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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
POINTS <fE INTEREST.

Never Before in the History
 of merchandise were such values of fered in winter millinery, fur scarfs. fur rnuffs fur sets. shirt waists, long cloth coats, separate cloth skirts, SILK raincoats, knitted sweaters, pettcoats, cloth tailored suits as you will find to-morrrow at F. H. Dillon & Co.'S, 1105 Main St.
 Bridgeport Public Market Branch.
 Saturday, Jan. 23. 1909. Legs of lamb 13c per fb., legs of mutton He per io. roast pork He per fb., fresh shoulders 9c ner fb., rib rOaSts beef 10c per To-, not roasts beef Sc per h., veal roasts 1Oc and 12c per To. Special low prices on all cuts of fresh beef. Fancy roast ing chickens. fowls. ducks and broilers. Fresh hams, fresh pigs feet and heads. pork tenderloins, etc. Everything Tn native and hothOuse vegetables, new potatoes, sweet potatoes, lettuce. rad ishes. cucumbers, green peas, green and wax beans. A choice line of fruit, nuts, etc Visit our bright new bakery department Bridgeport Public Market Branch East Main St.
 Typewriters-New and Rebuilt.
 The finest and most interesting eX- now to be seen in the windows of the Connecticut Office & Library Supply House. at the corner of Fairfield ave- nue and Water street. These are re- built and new machines and represent practically every we'll known make. Many people do not care to buy an entirely new typewriter do not feel that their means warrant it or that they have business enough to make such machine a good investment such people find just what they want in a rebuilt machine. These are all the standard makes. such as Reming ton. Oliver. Underwood. etc. They are in perfect writing condition and at the prices are a genuine bargain. We want business men and others interested in the purchase of a typewriter to come down and see this display. We want them to examine the machines and ask the prices, and ask all the questions they wish about them. It is certainly to see so many machines, representing so many standard makes on exhibition at one time, and if you have any particular preference for a
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
RUssIA,s COURSE IN PERSIA.

St. Petersburg, Jan. P. Russia's course in Persia depends to-day upon the outcome of the struggle between Foreign Minister Iswolsky and the strong Russian war party in the guid- ance of Persia's colonial affairs is well laid out. The war party is insistent that war be resorted to at once re- gardless of England's declaring that the Khan's establishment of himself as a rival to the Shah in Ispahan, the creation of. an undercurrent govern lnent at Asterbid by Sheik Pardar and and the Turkish invasion of Urumiah have precipitated a condition of affairs that demands immediate attention.
 The war party has long had in mind armed intervention of Prussia as the opening of large portion of new ter- ritory. Diplomats generally predict Ii hat the war party will win. To-day's reports from Tabriz are still conflict ing, both the Rebels and Loyalists being credited with victory.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
SMITHS.

This evening, Miss Clara Turner and her splendid company will present Grace Georges recent tremendous sue cess. "Divorcons," and it is said that she is every bit as charming in this play as was Miss George herself. To- morrow. the children will be delighted with Miss Turner's excellent presenta- ton of the fine comedy, Jane and Her Teddy Bears" and the spelling contest will be decided. Three prizes, the first a S2.5O gold piece, the second a watch, and the third a Teddy bear, will be awarded to the children finding the largest number of words formed from the letters comprising the name "Clara Turner" There have been large number of trials in this contest, and it is surprising to know the immense number of words which can be made from these eleven letters. Tomorrow
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
F. H. DII & CO.

evening. as the closing bill for the weeks engagement, the startlingly thrilling drama, 'The Days of '61,'' will be presented. This is a strong story and is well presented by Miss Turner and her assisting company.
 ''The Time, the Place and the Girl" here Monday evening would be a rural idyl: with musical attenda. it is a gem. The cast is headed by Arthur Dunn one of Americas cleverest comedians playing the role of Happy johnny Hicks" His portrayal of this char acter is without doubt the funniest of It is veritable scream Of laughter from beginning to end. Assisting MT. Dunn will be found such important artists as Marie Glazier. Grace Lane, Eulalie eJnsen. Vim. H. Fitzgerald, George Ebner, Robert H. Wilson. Will liam Naughton. c. G. Scribner and William ODay.
 "The first-night cat that watched the Blue Mouse.' at the Lyric Theatre, wore grin that stretched from orches- tra to gallery" is the way Charles Darnton. ill the Evening World, wrote of Clyde Fitch's latest farce, which, under the management of the Shu- berts, comes Tuesday and Wednesday next, With a special matnee WednoS- day. The farce came into popular favor over night, and New York, as Germany and France are still doing, is laughing yet. There are three acts to the excruciatingly funny farce and the cast. includes Elsa Ryan, late of Mar celle": Robert Dempster, who will be recalled for his work in 'The Road to Yesterday; Libbie Hall. of this city. Sam Reed. Albert Gran. Marie Gerard = l produced by the author.
 "Jane Eyre,'' dramatiZatiOn of Charlotte Bronte's famous novel of the same name, comes next Thursday. Fri day and Saturday, with daily matinees
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
CLAIMS HE SAW THE SAVIOUR
Remarkable Statement of a Former Mis-.
 Si0nary in Boston.
Special from United Press,

Boston, Jan. 22.-Boston religious clrcles to-day are amazed by the dec laratlon of w.. E. Shannessy, a for mer missionary, that Christ the Sa- vlous had appeared before him in his oHlce. Shannessy made his declara- ton at a session of the Boston branch or the Christian &. Missionary Ali ance. His remarkable statement caus- ca audlble e-clamations from the as- semblage. Tt was at 25 minutes of II o'clock on the morning of Wednes- day 15, 1892,' said MT. Shannessy with the most careful atetntion to details. II had gone to my office with the sne- cial purpose of awaiting God. Not on- iy did Christ appear before me there ln visible form but I heard His voice He spoke four words to me-
 When pressed eagerly to tell what those four words were that Christ uttered MT. Shannessy demurred. 1T am going to write a book" he ex- plained telling about my life and nv work in the West Indies and am saE- ing Christ's message to me for this book
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
E O R R. E NIT Two Good Farms in Fair
 field For full Particulars Apply A ANDERSON & CO,
 952 MAIN ST.

certain kind of machine, you are bound to fiEd just what you desire here We take any make of typewriter in trade, in part payment for purchases and make very reasonable and acceptable terms. This store is certainly type. writer mart of Bridgeport it is the best place to buy typewriters and type- writer supplies because the stock is SO complete and the prices so very favor able. You are always sure to find just what you want just when you want it. Our line of typewriter ribbons, carbon pa per, typewriter paper. pencils and all typewriter supplies is exceptionally complete. We have telephone connec- tion and will give your orders prompt attention. Remember the place The Connecticut Office and Library Supply House. corner Fairfield avenue and Water street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
REVOKED IN CODICIL
Estate of Over $l,3oO,0O0 Left to the
 Widow,

Greenwich, Jan. 22-Final account ing of the will of Nathaniel Witherill who died two years ago, was allowed here yesterday. In codicil a num- Der of bequests made in the will are revoked and practically the entire es- tate, which is shown to b valued at over 100000, is left to Rebecca With erill widow of the testator.
 The beQuests that were revoked in- cluded $100,000 to the New York Trade School, $50,0O to the New York Society for the Crippled and Ruptured, S25, coo to the Presbyterian Hospital, $1O, 900 to the New York Kindergarten Society, and $100.000 worth of land to the town of Greenwich
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
The COURTLAND SCHO0T.

431 Washington Ave. \ few vacan- cies after Jan. 1. to be filled in the order or application to the sccretary
 No extra charge for pdpiIs entered HOW for the second half year. T30tf-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
DIED.

DIED. MEAD.-In Roweyton, Jan. 20. Fred erick B. Mead, aged 43 years. CURTIS.-In Stratfor Conn.,, Jan. 19, 1909, Mary E.. wife of Robert W. Curtis, aged 71 years.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
CA a TozIA. Bears the 11ha Kind You Have Always Bought Signature ss &xXzZzzI
Deaths and Funerals

James A. Allen, aged 21 years, died last night at the home of his parents
 Peter and Della Allen. 29 Jones ave- nue, after a brief illness with brain fever Besides his parents the de- ceased is survived by three sisters, Annie. Josephine and Jennie and one brother, William. The deceased was a member of Live Oak Camp. w. o. w.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
URGE PRESIDENT TO
 ABANDON AFRICAN TRIP.
Special from United Press

(Special from United Press.)
 Nashua, N. H. Jan. 22.--A petition in the interests of Bands of Mercy and asking President Roosevelt to abandon his African hunting trip is being cir culated to-day in the schools. It is anticipated that several hundred Nashua school boys and girls will add their names to it. This is the same petition which began at Fort Worth, Tex, and is being sent all over the country.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22

Busy people who do not like to lose a day. and those to whom time repre- sents money all of them recommend Cyrus Plaster for /. Backache. Many of them have used this plaster and know from experience and many others have learned from their friends that Cyrus Plaster gives relief when others have failed. Twen- ty-fve cents will save a day's pay. CvruS Pharmacv Fairfield Ave. and COurtland St.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
MARRIED.

FERRIS-MAH AHER.-In Stamford Jan. 19. George E. Ferris and Miss Jo- sephine Maher. CASEY - ADAMS.-In Winsted Jan. 20, Thomas Casey and Miss Laura NJ. Adams. HEADY - MURRAY.-In Winchester Jan. 20, Virgil l.. Heady and Miss Emily w. Murray.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22
THE HONEST PROPRIETARY
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22

Wante, JO.Iteng, For Sale. AbO.. | cent . word In Farmer Want Column
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-22

There is no case on record of a cough. cold of la grippe developing in- to pneumonia after FOleys Honey and Tar has been taken, as it cures the most obstinate deep seated coughs and colds. Why take anything else. F. E. Brill local agent. &351
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
NOTES.

Chas. Randle good service fighting
the fire Saturday night.
r. H. Fitzgerald. of South Pitts.
burg, whose companies hold insur-
ance IN the Handle Works, was here
Sunday looking after their interests.
&. c. Houts did some good work
a; the fire holding a leak in the hose,
all the while exposed to the fierce
heat of the flames. twas hot Job.
A wire was stretched around the
burned area of the Handle Works
and guards stationed night and day
to keep visitors from intruding until
insurance adjusters could examine
the ruins.
T. A. Randle, who was among
the first arriving at the fire, did good
work, and got in such close quarter.
with the fire that he got a scratch
pad that was in his pocket scorched
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
Stanley.
Special 10 tie We7Us.

Special 10 tie Me7os.
The Primitive Baptists held their
regular communion services at Suck.
port church Sunday. Several from
Lookout Valley attended the SER
vices. Rev. Gilbert Levi performed
the services, he being pastor of that
church.
John Lusk was a Chattanooga Wis
itor Friday.
r. II. and Alex Richie went to
Chattanooga Friday,
Charles and David Ellis, our
school teachers, visited homefolks
Saturday.
The dry weather has prevented
the steamer, "John Ross, from max.
ing its regular trip this week.
Charley Holloway, of Looney'E
Creek, was visiting friends and rela,
tives here Sunday.
Cold Wave has visited us again, oil
Cook and Perry have leaned the
North Pole this way.
James Masse and wife, of kelly'l
Ferry, were at church Sunday.
I Bon Bon.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
Main Building and Single-tree Depart
ments of Sequatchie Handle Works
Destroyed Saturday Night
FLAMES CHECKED BY HARD WORK OF CITIZENS
Loss Estimated at $4,000, Mostly Covered by
lnsurance--Company Doing Fine Business
and Plant Will Probably Be Replaced

department but west OF it. Here
the most wonderful work of the vol
unteer fire department was accom-
plished. The gable was in flames,
but facing the fierce heat men rush
ed out with pals of water and dash.
ed it up to the caves and hip of the
roof. A very defective hose was al
SO of some assistance in conveying
water. A gang of men inside also
pulled away the finished handles un-
til access to the caves could be Sc
cured, and water was kept dashed
INTO them and over the windows
from the inside. Others rushed past
the flames of the burning single
tree building and dashed water to
the caves, the only woodwork ex-
posed as the rest of building was
covered with iron sheeting. The
fight was desperate and for the
second time successful. The
building and contents, which were
uninsured, were saved. The man
agement should be particularly
proud of the faithful way in which
both employees and citizens worked
to save this building which seemed
doomed.
The loss is about $4,000. The
main building and engine room and
machinery therein were insur-
ed, to amount of $4,000. The
singletree building and contents,
however, were not insured, and the
loss is estimated at $4,000. A large
quantity of iron material for use in
fitting singletrees was stored in thus
building, but a considerable amount
is not believed to be damaged
There is also big loss in patterns
besides small but Incomplete girls,
mill which was used in grinding for
the trade.
There is much confusion among
the employees, who think the fire has
thrown them out of work permanent
ly here, but it is the candid opinion
of the News that, with the resource,
of this company and large amoun
Of insurance coming, that, if there IL
the same amount Of enterprise dis
played as has been before in tn,
management of the business, tha
bigger and better equipped building
will shortly arise from the ashes o
the old ones.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
DESTROYED BY FIRE
COnger'S Saloon on Cumberland
Mountain Burned.

McMinnville, Tenn, Oct. 2-The
Tennessee Oasis, w. p. Conger's
saloon, on top of the Cumberland
Mountain, was burned Wednesday
night, and it is supposed that the fire
was of an incendiary origin, but the
whole affair seems to be shrouded in
mystery, even the proprietor, w. P.
Conger, seems to know little of the
details. He was here yesterday and
stated that the building and 5000
worth of whiskey was burned. He
said revenue men were on the place
on the night of the fire but further
than this he was unable to explain
He said he had force of men re-
building and he would be ready for
business in short time. The saloon
is twenty miles from this place and
ten miles from a telephone.
One mysterious thing about this
FIRE is the fact that there was a rumol
that the saloon was burned Tuesday
night when, in fact, 1t was not burneC
until Wednesday night.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
Couldn't Stand That.

They had only been married since
June and it was their first experience
IN seeking country board. After rid
ing ten long miles in rattling farm
cart they arrived at the door Of the
farm house, says the Chicago News.
"And now, strangers" said the old
farmer after he had asked about a
score of questions. 81 want to tell
yeou right now that down here with
us yeou be supposed to 60 to bed
with the chickens" The young man
whispered to his young wife and then
both climbed back on the farm wagon.
"Boy," said the young man with
determination, drive us back to the
station"
The freckled lad grinned and whip.
ped up the horse.
"Youuns didn't seem to like the
placer" he chuckled.
"No," said the young man, awe
have read about crowded farm houses
but when it comes to showing us of
to the henhouse that is going LITTLE
too strong. Iguess we'll stay in the
city.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
CurtiSyiIle.
Special 10 Me Ne7OS.

Spec'di 10 fhe Ne7OS.
Everything on the place seems to be
lamenting on account of the death Of
that good christian, Mary Adaline Cur.
tbs, my much beloved wife, who died
Oct. 2S and whose works were so soft
that everyone who heard her speak
must surely have loved her, but some
bright day | will see her and Elizabeth,
Oh, Lord help me to watch and pray
that | may gain the dav. She only
lived nine days after she was taken
sick. Pneumonia was the trouble. She
was never heard to speak short word
and was always smiling.
| hear the soft wind blowing
Through every bush and tree,
Where her dear form is lying,
Away from home and me.
Tears from mine eyes are starting,
And sorrow shades my brow;
Oh, sad was our parting
have no companion now.
MY nearI Is ever lonelyi
My life is drear and sad,
Twas her dear presence only
That made my spirit glad.
From morning until evening
Care rests upon my brow;
She's gone from earth to heaven,
have no companion now.
David Curtis daughter, Mrs. 0tty
is very sick. Supposed to be the fever
Mrs. A. j. Curtis is complaining.
w. T. Dugin is puny.
want to thank the people of this
settlement for their loving kindness
and help during the sickness and death
OF my wife. They we're so good and vi
never lacked for company. Yes, W,
live in good settlement. I want Il
write more but can't, I'm so lonely
Friends, pray for me.
Revs. VIM. Kilgore and Dugln will
hold meeting at Grifith's Creek o.
Saturday night before the third Sun
day and Rev. Potter breaches at u
house on the third Sunday.
Cold Wave.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
Cold Weather Advice,

TO all is to beware Of coughs and colds
on the chest, as neglected they readily
lead TO pneumonia, consumption or
other pulmonary troubles. just as
soon as the cough appears treat IL with
Billiards. Horehound syrup, the Stand
ard cure Of America. Use as directed
perfectly harmless. A cure and pre-
vsntative for all diseases OF the lungs.
Price 25c, SOC and 81 90 per bottle. For
sale by Sequatchie Supply Store.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
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Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07

Robt, Rice was the first man to ar
rive at the scene of the fire when the
alarm was sounded. He had been
given a rest for laying off on the oc-
casion of the circus at So. Pittsburg,
which he did not attend, however,
but did two days work trying to save
hhe buildings.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07

ne nOSC OBSTRUCTIVE ana costly
fire known in the history of Sequa-
chez occurred Saturday night at
6:l0 when the main building and
single-tree department of the Sc
quatchie Handle Works went up
in smoke. The fire broke out in
the drying room adjacent to the
building on the east side, and was
discovered by Watchman w. e.
Byrd, who at once sounded an
alarm az the flames had gained too
much headway to be checked. En-.
ployes apd citizens hurried to the
scene, and had the water plugs sd-
jacent to the seat OF confagration
been In good order and if the hose
brought to be applied to them fitted,
it is highly possible the flames could
have been got under control, as when
the first comers which included a
member of the News force, arrived
the flames were just attacking the
partition between the manufacturing
and dry room. The dry room is
a room kept at high temperature
by means of steam pipes for the pur-
pose of drying handles for shipnent,
as other methods of drying or seas
oning would cause too long a delay
of orders. In this dry room the fire
broke out, either by spontaneous
combustion of dust settled therein
ior from handles coming in contact
with the hot steam pipes, and the re-
suit was the disastrous fire. An ef'
tort was made by men with buckets
of water to check the flames as they
entered the main building, but here
another obstacle was encountered
The Spring Branch was lined with
such high banks of saw dust that i
was hard to go down and almost i'm
possible to get up, as some FOUND
out who tried it, and the men were
forced to 90 nearly to the rallroar
trestle to get water, and the time
lost stumbling over gullies and slsG
was valuable. Others who went ul
stream secured buckets half sawdust
and half water.
The main building was then aban
doned to the flames, as great volume
of smoke rolled through it, Int b.
flashes of light as the gas from tn
burning sawdust flashed through TIN
smoke, and it was impossible TO
men without lungs of brass to live II
the inferno of fire and smoke. In
efforts of the men were then direct
ed to saving the large stock hous
first built, and sufficient water wa
secured by the desperate efforts o
the men TO keep the roof saturated
on parts Exposed to the burnln
man building. Another gang @
mon had been set to work to remov
sinpIetrees from the singletree de
oar,ment of which about sl,0o
worth had been finished up that da
for shipment. About 500 dozen "er
saved before the flames consumed Ia
building Fierce effort was made
save il hut il was useless as the hea
from the piles of waste hickory Dc
tween the main building ana tn
railroad tracks was too intehs'
The flames from these piles OF hlc'
ory were SO ho, that they ourne
vim blue light ike that from ga
The stock room and office oil III
company adjoined the sinsle'ree
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
DYKES & NorthCut,
WhitWell, Tenn.
Death at CIifty.

CLIFTY, Tenn, Oct. 2.--Sarah,
the little daughter of DR.. and Mrs.
Oliver Hill, died at their home at
Clifty. The remains of the little one
were laid to rest at the Old Gene
terry yesterday afternoon.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07

Chas. Byrd, the watchman at the
handle works did not see any fire
when he sounded the alarm, but in
passing the dry room smelt fire and
rushed to the whistle to give alarm.
Immediately after the first alarm, he
saw the flames and sounded second
and more strenuous one. He said it
seemed like two hours before any
one came, but it was really only two
or three minutes before there were
five or six on the scene.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1909-10-07
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