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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1909
Page
4
Susie Patten of Wayne Pennsylvania sues the New Tailroad in the New Superior court for ten thousand dollars claiming damages from an accident involving the White Moon express that occurred last June.
Announcement by Secretary Dewitt Page of the New Departure Manufacturing company says Bristol firms will consolidate on October 1 with a capital of 1,500,000. The New Departure will absorb the other and issue seven percent preferred stock for each share.
New Haven reports Yale civil engineering students back on campus surveying at Yale field as part of course work before the new term. Some students tutor to make up conditions for examinations later in the month while others prepare by joining the surveying team for field work. Health and beauty notes promote Foley's Urine Laxative as a cleanser for digestion and liver issues.
In Common Pleas court Judge J F Walsh fined John Carpenter and Andrew Farrell $100 plus costs and gave 60 day jail terms for alleged policy game involvement. The judge suspended jail time citing illness risks and hospital plans. The Law Enforcement League pressed for jail, while the defense argued for fines, and a warning was issued for future cases.
An old time cure advertisement targets seniors, offering Cyrus Plasters as relief and support. It touts a 25 cent price or five for a dollar, presenting the product as a friendly aid for those prone to colds.
Cody, the American aeronaut, reportedly broke speed records by flying 47 miles in 50 minutes over a route connected to the British War Office. The feat is described with emphasis on rapid ascent and sustained velocity.
Fred Cody, leading British War Office aviation efforts, flew 47 miles in 1 hour 3 minutes from Aldershot under automatic balance design. Witness timers matched the pace, though some doubt the reported speed. A near crash occurred when petrol failure sent the craft into a steep dive 300 feet up, but reserve petrol and a restart kept Cody aloft and landed safely.
The Italian cruiser Etruria will visit New Haven this week, with Mayor Martin to formally welcome the ship’s officers at City Hall after its arrival, likely Thursday or tonight. The cruiser will stay until September 18 before sailing to Bridgeport, and Consul Riccio notes the visit is for cordial engagements rather than combat duties. The Etruria, 3500 tons with about 300 crew, is chiefly used for courtesy visits to ports with Italian residents.
Mrs Dora C Hair of Guilford, past president of the Rebekah State Assembly, visited Mrs George Roth of East Main Street. Miss Anna McKelvey, daughter of Mr and Mrs James McKelvey of 60 Garden Street, vacationing at Mount Tom and Chicopee Falls. Mr and Mrs John G Howland returned from their summer home. The Fells of Quebec and Vermont are stopping at the Stratfield before sailing to an extended stay in Italy and the South of France.
Yesterday sentences were imposed on minor offenders across multiple towns.Laney Williams of Bank Street fined 25 dollars on each count for keeping a gambling place and selling without a license. Edward Shaughnessey Danbury vagrancy 15 days. James H Johnson Danbury breach of the peace 40 days. Frank Degan Danbury drunkenness 15 days. Michael Murphy Danbury breach of the peace 10 days. Patrick J. McCarthy Danbury 10 days. James Bolger Stamford vagrancy 45 days. George Cavanaugh Fairfield assault 10 days. Frank Lewis Westport breach of the peace 20 days. Fred Steel Norwalk assault 20 days. Edward Baker Bridgeport theft four months. John Firenzi Bridgeport assault 20 days. Louis Badls Bridgeport theft of 15 30 days. Frank Jones Bridgeport resistance assault and breach of the peace 90 days and ye fine.
The Danish king welcomed Dr. Frederick A. Cook upon his pole return. Copenhagen celebrated as the king hosted luncheon and praised American achievement while noting Denmark’s lack of discovery honors. It was announced the monarch would decorate the explorer on the bulletin day.
The city council discussed a resolution by Alderman John M. Griffin to regrade firemen into three grades and raise salaries. Grade A 1200, Grade B 1100, Grade C 1000, with captains 1400 and lieutenants 1300. automan permanent firemen as carpenters or blacksmiths $150 extra. A petition from Chemical Co. 1 will be tabled pending Griffin resolution. Statements comparing firemen and policemen salaries were reviewed.
Miss Florence May Kendrick daughter of the late Charles Kendrick and William Z Gardner wed at 5 30 pm with Rev Morgan Millar officiating. Edna Kendrick maid of honor and Charles Gardner best man. Couple to reside at 782 William Street after a Berkshire honeymoon. Groom formerly a telegraph operator at the Farmer. Gifts included silver service from the bride’s West End factory friends and a tea set from her department employer.
Bridgeport common council adopts 5 a m to midnight hours for saloons with one dissenting Alderman Fletcher. Other actions include sidewalk signage removal, sewer petition on Fifth Street, veranda and building line permits on Washington and Barnum avenues, hearings docketed for September 20, and storage proposals for gasoline and explosives referred to ordinance committee.
The Common Council unanimously adopts the paving commission’s recommendation to grant the Connecticut company 9 ft 10 in centers from Atlantic street to the park, risking unfinished work on South Main street this year due to ongoing disputes with the railroad. Hearing set for September 20 on Fairfield avenue and Water street track changes. Building line and layout for Ellsworth street and Reservoir avenue petitions discussed amid opposing views.
Retired U S Army Lieutenant General Henry C Corbin, born September 5 1842 in Clermont County Ohio, died in Roosevelt Hospital following kidney surgery. He served in the Civil War Indian fighting in the West, the Spanish American War and later commanded the Philippines Department under Taft. Taft sent condolences.
Glenn H. Curtiss, winner at Rheims, will pilot the Golden Flyer over Boston next month for the Boston 1915 exposition. He leaves Brescia Sept 15 and will conduct one more flight series before arriving. Cities have offered prizes and the Boston committee may pay up to 4,000 dollars for the flights and another 4,000 to buy the craft if the Rheims prize machine is used.
A Broadway Company mail campaign offers a free gold plated scarf pin to requestors. Patrons from across the country send five two cent stamps to 1165 Broadway New York City to receive a piece of jewelry immediately.
Announcement of a special afternoon excursion to Port Jefferson aboard the Park City on Friday September 10. Depart 3 p m from Fairfield avenue foot of wharf with 1.5 hours ashore and 3 hours on the Sound. Return from Port Jefferson at 6 p m. Reduced round trip tickets offered. The End of the Consolidation Sale in Sight. Bargains on silk coats lingerie dresses waists and more plus closeout of desks lamps linoleum tables and a National cash register at Laborde Co. opposite Tand's.
Jenny W Savage presented The Merry Widow at Jackson's theatre to a large appreciative audience. Mabel Wilbur sang the title role in excellent voice with Charlesworth Meakins as Prince Danilo. R E Graham and Arthur Wooley drew laughs in supporting parts. Julia Brewer replaced last year’s Natalie. cast changes affected the Ambassador’s wife role. The opera ran late for its third performance, but the ensemble showed vim and dash with the male chorus number Women Women Hang the Women drawing strong applause and the famous waltz encored.
Washington reports the Census Bureau tally shows 317,002 bales of cotton ginned from 1909 crops by Sept. 1, down from 402,229 bales on the same date last year, based on active gin reports.
Funeral services were held for Mrs. David F. Watson at the family residence 822 Colorado Avenue this afternoon. The obituary highlights her devotion to home church and helping others, noting the unselfish life that strengthened her family and community.
State of Connecticut Bridgeport District Probate Court notices six month claim period for creditors of Emma Ellen Hebert Bridgeport deceased to present claims for settlement. Creditors to exhibit accounts within time or be barred. EVA STOWE appointed as power of attorney. she urged generosity and support for others.
A Konckapotanauh Tribe corn roast hosted by the Order of Red Men featured guest J Spillane of Siciogg Tribe. Past chem Goodsell spoke during a three week vacation. John Tuthill Camp unveiled nine cemetery monuments with funds provided by app monies. Senator John M James Reilly and Loren Delbridge spoke. Emily Speidel offered verses. The piece also notes an ad for Cyrus Remover at The Pharmacy.
An advertisement promotes CleanEasy a large can product guaranteed to remove stove grease ink paint and dirt from banding or clothing manufactured at a Wim Stretford Ave location.
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