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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1912

Page

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Monster General Strike Threatens Italian Industry

Syndicalists organize to pressure King Victor Emmanuel III to press Washington for representations on behalf of two laborers held without trial since January. The move comes amid rising labor unrest, calls for international involvement, and a push from deputies and unions for government action. Newsrooms note editorials and international solidarity voices warning of a nationwide strike and urging fair trials.

Victor Washington Victer Extor Lawrence Basom & Murcer Hough Italy Monster Mrtke Warsipaing Counpiter Giovanniti Chive & Republicas Eaard Carton Miers el Sur Courriers Beenie Fineten

Demonstration scene with strike leaders in early protest

English demonstration for U S strike leaders. Lowtom Sept iA Eni ten kehee wonagitice man formed Bare fee Ettor and arowanmiti that Shane charged with responsability their speeches for the tit womes Goring Ube recent ne utrine Lawrence Muse. Arrangements are to be made for a huge demonstration in Traimlent Square.

Lowtom Shane Lawrence Muse Traimlent Square Laprisonment Cay Kher

Lawyers Seek Speedy Trial for Ettor and Giovannitti

Reports from Salem indicate attorneys for Joseph Ettor and Angelo Giovannitti will press for an immediate speedy trial in the Lawrence strike case. Essex County officials and district attorney fear pressure from influence groups may affect bail or trial timing as defense seeks action before September 30.

Boeton Joseph Ettor Alenzo Glovennill Salem Lawrence Stry Annie Lopisso Distriga Attwill Beeex Sgres Dietrich Attwitl Lynn Publicatton Ester Giovanniti Mull Inet Heston Sage New England Joby J. Breen Lawrence Charzel Ettor Giovanni Coun Essex County District Attorney Offce Essex County Howannutt Giovannici Jali

Greater New York Plans Big Demonstration

New York on September planned a major protest led by the Industrial Workers of the World. The Greater New York Industrial Council mobilizes members for a September 30 display while circulars claim imprisoned men face execution by electric chair for a policeman’s murder.

New York William D. Haywood Industrial Workers of the World Chicago Bihor-Giovanniti Gepecsi Gniana United Siates

Servant Girl Plaintiff in Strange Suit

The article reports a lawsuit against George T. McCarthy of 929 Iranian street by Franceska Piatiewics a former servant. The suit seeks $25 claiming services rendered with a curious chain of events including a private detective Brill and a bundle seen by Mrs McCarthy. The case returns before Justice Hugh J Lavery.

George T. McCarthy Iranisian Avenue Franceska Piatiewics Attornneys Stewart & Merva Mr. McCarthy McCarthy Vici Pant Hugh J. Lavery

Percy Watson sued for divorce by Grace Watson

Grace A. Watson sues Percy Watson a shipping clerk at Jennings Bros Manufacturing Co for divorce. Deputy Sheriff Donnelly served papers. case returnable to October term of the superior court. Grace, daughter of H. Go Taylor who runs a confectionery, alleges habitual intemperance and desertion since March 1, 1998. Married December 1905.

Percival Watson Jennings Bros. Manufacturing Co Prospect Street Grace A. Watson Jonn M Donnelly Watson Grace, Taylor H. GO. Taylor Cannon Street

State Troops Block Miners March at Capitol

Five Rotland West Virginia miners from Paint Creek and Cabin Creek districts, 15 miles away, returned to their units after state troops halted a planned gathering on the capitol grounds to press Governor Glasscock for mine guard reform. Mother Jones spoke as the miners, marching peacefully to Kanawha, adopted a resolution urging continuation of mine guards after martial law ends.

Charleston W. Va West Virginia Paint and Cabin Creek Capitol Glasscock Kanawha Mother

Jealous Husband Riot Sends Man to Court

Ernest Caldwell a Buckingham Street mason faced Judge Wilder after a 2am breach of peace in a jealous rage that alarmed the neighborhood. Testimony by Citra Caldwell and son Clarence described incitement and abuse, Caldwell admitted prior training and was remanded to a probation officer for four years. Nearby arrests included Ernest Jackson and Nicholas Sango for car riding, with Sango suspected deserter in ongoing inquiry. A Stratford Beach motor skiff was found and offered to owner at expenses.

Ernest Caldwell Buckingham Street Wilder Citra Caldwell Clarance Deink Cylawell Caldwell Jackson New Aven Nicholas Sango Sango

Progressive Party Gains Two Recruits From Ranks of G. O. P.

The Progressive party gains two notable backers Harvey Hubbell a leading local manufacturer and Alfred C Fones son of former mayor Clinton Fones publicly support Theodore Roosevelt and the Bull Moose movement Hubbell long linked to Republicans assists funding while Fones a prominent professional backs the third party Brandegee William S Brandegee of Black Rock also affirms Progressive ties indicating cross party shifts in local politics.

Republican Party Harvey Hubbell Progressive Party Theodore Roosevelt Alfred C. Fones Clintton Fones Bull Moose Hubbell Col. Roosevelt Penue Fones Ducan Bull Moosers Jones Washington Ational Dental Association Seabright Avenue Black Rock Brandegee Press Brandegee

Cheaper to Pay Fine Than to Buy Motor License

Fairfield, Sept. 7 Special to The Farmer Mrs. Gertrude B. Scott of New York, recently resident at Fairfield Beach, gambled with state motor vehicle laws and won. She was arrested for driving with New York plates, pled guilty, and fined 6 dollars plus costs totaling 14.18. The court could only levy fine and costs and could not compel a Connecticut license. With a license costing 30 dollars, she saved money by the fine and costs. She noted she had previously used a New York license for six months in Ohio, where the rules are similar to Connecticut.

Fairfield Gertrude B. Scott New York Fairfield Beach Scott Fairfeld Wcense Bacon Wakeman Walfeld Connecticut Scott i Ignor Wales Ohio Inwa

Burr Joins Bull Moose In Westport Politics

Special to The Farmer Westport September 1 Representative William H Burr longtime Republican ally and vote getter joined the Bull Moose movement with many of his Republican friends He declined renomination this year and is rumored as a Bull Moose candidate for representative In last week’s Republican caucus Burr was defeated by Harel Sherwood Burr believes many progressives in Westport will unite to elect delegates to the state convention and back the Bull Moose slate

Westport William H. Burr Tive Burr Bull Moose Party Representative Burr Harel Sherwood

Debonair Forger Held on $1,000 Bail in Bridgeport Case

Julius Prost, described as well dressed, was returned to Bridgeport after being arrested in Trenton New Jersey for passing worthless checks. He faced charges in Superior Court, waived examination, and was held on $1,000 bail as Detective Cronin connected him to similar crimes in several eastern cities.

Bridgeport Lyon-Grumman-Munson Company Julius Prost New Haven Cronin Frost Hisher

Amnesia victim sent to hospital after court appearance

In city court this morning John Doe faced a drunkenness charge. Despite tests by Drs Hart and Curley, memory remained elusive and officials referred him to Bridgeport Hospital for further scrutiny. Mention of possible skull fracture or prior operation linked to memory loss.

John Doe Hart and Curley Bridgeport

Ohio Man Dies During Visit in Mantua Home

Henry A Reed of Mantua Ohio died suddenly last night at the home of his lifelong friend C E Fowler 47 State street He was apparently well until evening and fell to the floor dying almost instantly Reed was a former sales man for Kibbe Brothers Springfield known for driving a four horse team through many towns before retiring to a farm in Mantua He was about sixty and a bachelor survived by a sister in Mantua who has been notified of his death.

Henry A. Reed Mantua Ohio C. E. Fowler State Street Mr. Reed Massachusetts Kkibbe Brothers Springfield Mamtut

Dangerous Boiler Repair Fall Injures Bridgeport Worker

John Chiroki, 32, employed by Bridgeport Boiler Colony, fell while repairing a boiler in the Handy & Harmon factory lower story on John Street. He suffered a deep scalp wound, a fractured left wrist, a fractured rib, and possible internal injuries. He was taken to Bridgeport Hospital for treatment and detained for further evaluation.

Handy & Harmon John Street Allio Chiroki Bridgeport

Fire board takes issue with paid pessimists of underwriters committee

Bridgeport’s fire commissioners respond to criticism from the national underwriters. They defend a growing, capable department, note rising costs and staffing, and accuse the underwriters of focusing on faults while ignoring improvements and safety gains. They warn that, despite praise, the department remains necessary and efficient amid urban fire risks.

Fire Board

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