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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
Hickey Stopped
 Runaway HOrs.

John l.. Hickey. the expressman. made a daring stop of a runaway yes terday afternoon in Norman street. With a single bound from the seat or niS express wagon ne reacned the roadway and with a few additional steps seized the bridle of q badly frightened horse owned by John Lund the liveryman and attached to a hand some coupe. The horse was halted on it's mad career before any damage to either animal or vehicle. The driv- CT of the rig left 1t standing for a few seconds in front of the stable in Wood avenue and 1t is believed that a piece of flying paper frightened it. The turn was made from Wood ave nue into Norman street by keeping in the center of the roadway.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
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Especial from United PreSs-)
 Copenhagen, Dec. 1o.-Professor Ellis Stromgren of the department Of as- tronomy in the University of Copen- hagen. who will be president of the committee that will investigate the oata of Frederick A Cook polar eX- plorations. came cut unequivocally to- day in expressing his skepticism of the Loose and George H. Durkle who say present to the committee.
 Professor Stromgren would not per init himself to be quoted directly but he intimated that the charges in the affidavits fall of their own right when they assert that pr. Cook showed his ignorance of astronomical observations. He said that before Dr. Cook sailed from Copenhagen for America the ex- plorer talked with numerous Scandi- ravian astronomers about the ve-y things of which his accusers charge him with being grossly ignorant and thoroughly satisfied the scientists of his complete competency.
 It is pointed out here that many of those u5on whom Dr. Cook has the right to rely for substantiation of h,s claims both as to the North Pole and 10 Mt. Mckinley have been "tampered with" and the opinion is expressed that a fortune has already been spent in manufacturing evidence against Cook
 Waiter Lonsdale. private secretary of pr. Cook. said today that Cook was tricked into believing that Capta n Loose was an expert astronomer and
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
Deaths and Funerals

The funeral of John Gallaher. who for a number of years conducted n saloon in Water street was he'd this morning from his late home S6 Frank street at S:sO o'clock and thence to St. Patrick's church where a solemn high mass of requiem was sung by Rev J. E. Nihill as celebrant: Rev IT. J. Kelly as deacon and Rev. Father Curran as sub deacon. At the offertory Miss May French sang "Ave Maria. After the mass Miss Jessie Murray rendered Jesus Lover of My Soul, and the body was being borne out of the church William Clampett rendered Face to Face" Delegations were present from Cecil Calvert council, K. of C.. Emmet Club. Court Waldemere, F. of A., Div. No. 1, A O. H. and B. O. O. E. No. 36. The pail bearers were John Heaphy, George T. Kelly. John O'Connell. Christopher. Richard Walter Lalley and Frank Bright. ln- terment was in St. Michaels ceme- tery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
FASHIONS AND PADS

White furs are very popular,
 All the new velvet dresses have fun on them.
 Tiny pink roses trim young girls dance frocks.
 The newest thing in wrap is known as the cape-coat.
 Two-toned hosiery is popular. The stripe is the favorite.
 The dominant not in winter waists
 Striped flannel, linen and Madras are used for mourning shirtwaists.
 Large handbags are passe- The new est are small. made of undressed kid
 A low neck is often outlined with roses made of gold and silver cloth.
 The cuirass in lace or jet-studded net for evening wear Is very dainty.
 The old polonaise, which means side draplngs is the most popular tunic.
 The tricrone hat. now the rage, was first worn in the reign of Louis XIV. harmony in colorings-
 Pearl trimming is used a great deal on evening dresses.
 Every woman welcomes the return of the pleated skirts to favor
 Long pike hatpins of etched sterling silver are quite stylish.
 Golden. brown and brick are the fa- vorite colors in new gloves.
 Cashmere cloth is one of the most popular of the new fabrics.
 Spotted foulard is being used for the lining of motor coats
 Rocco ribbon is employed very ex- tensively for fancy work.
 Gay touches are to be seen on the best millinery and costumes.
 Crepe de chine is the favorite ma terial for the -dressy blouse.
 Ladies' auto coats are in pony skin caracul, muskrat and raccoon.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
WILL OF SIDNEY TERRY
Life Use of Considerable Estate Goes to
 HidgW.

The will of the late Sidney Terry was admitted to probate this morning. The deceased gives the life use of his entire estate which is estimated to be worth many thousands of dollars to his wife. After the death of the wid- ow the executors are to divide the es- tate equally between the three chill dren, Benjamin w. Terry, Isaiah F. Terry. and Celia c. Terry.
 The tcstator is a brother of Capt. w. M. Terry. and for many years the owner of a profitable market garden ing business in this city. It Is be- lieved that the size of his estate will be a surprise. He was active up to the time of his death. and for years was a familiar figure about the center of the city.
 The executors are Jacob Cuyler Shaw and Isaiah F. Perry. Louis B. Sam mis and Joseph Smith were appointed appraisers.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
K. of (. Lecture
 Sunday Night

Arrangements are nearly complete for the lecture and mus icale at Poli' s theatre. Sunday night. under the aus pices of Bridgeport Chapter. K. of c. MT. James Dunn. the lecturer of the evening, has done vigorous work as a lay missionary of Columbianism. and 1t is confidently expected that as a result of his campaign here the ranks of the local councils of the order will be augmented by a great many re- cruits. No admission fee will be charged but a voluntary offering vii be asked for the benefit of the mis- sion to non-Catholics. There will be a rehearsal of the male chorus at the chapter house in Main street Sunday at D. m.. which all members are ask ed to attend.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
DOUBLE TRAGEDY RESULT OF TWO
 DIVORCE SUITS
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Especial romssiUntted PresSO
 Oakland. Cal, Dec. 10.-This city is greatly excited today over the shoot ing last night of pr. Eugene Wood, by Gabriel Jacobs, who later committed suicide The shooting was dramatic, and followed a series of sensational events.
 Last night Dr. Wood went down in to the heart Of the business district in an automobile with Mrs. Jacobs. While hundreds of Christmas shoppers crowded the street Jacobs approa ched the automobile and shot pr. Woods to death. Jacobs then fired two shots at his wife, neither of which took ef feet Policemen and citizens rushed toward him but Jacobs turned the re- volver upon himself and fired a shot into his brain, dying instantly.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
VESSEL SINKS,
 CREW PICKED UP
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Portsmouth, N. H.. Dec. 10.-Taking to the boats, Captain Duffie and six men, the crew of the big ocean-going tug Portland. escaped death today when the vessel went hard on Stones Rock or York Harbor, Me. The cap tain and crew deserted their vessel only when she slipped or the rock and sank in 14 fathoms of water They were picked up by the tug M. Mitchell Davis and brought to this port.
 The Portland, which was valued at s3O GOO was owned by the Central Wharf Towboat Company of Port land, Me. She will be a total loss. The crew of the Wood End Life Saw ing Station put out to the Portland when the news of her wreck was first received but reached the vessel only in time to see sher crew picked up by the Davis
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
PERSONAL MENTION.

Elmer Youngs. the well known res taurant man. formerly owner of Young's Lunch Room in this city. is paying a visit to Bridgeport. His home is in Los Anegles. Mir. Youngs said, last night, that the weather in the usually balmy California city has been very cold during the past few weeks. He may decide to relocate in business in the Eass.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
Weather Indications
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Special from United Press
 New Haven. Dec. 10.-Forecast: gen. eralIy fair tonight and Saturday
 A ridge of high pressure extending from Minnesota southeastward to Georgia, is causing pleasant weather with low temperatures in all districts east of the Rocky Mountains. Freez- ing temperatures were reported as far south as Jacksonville. Fla The tenn perature Is rising slowly west of the Mississippi river. A disturbance is central this morning near Denver. Col.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity fair weather and not much change in temperature.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10

NO FALSE PRETENSE has marked the career of Ely's Cream Balm. Being entirely hairless. 1t is not respons' be like the catarr snuffs and powders, for minds shattered by cocaine. The great virtue of Ely's Cream Balm Is that 1t speedily and completely over comes nasal catarrh and hay fever. Back O. his statement is the testimony of thousands and a reputation of many years success. All druggists. soc. or mailed by Ely Bros. 5s Warren Street. New York
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
LABRADOR EXPLORER. DILLON
 WALLACE, SUPPORTS DIR. COOK

New York. Dec. 10.-Dillon Wallace, the Labrador ~<plorer who was the organizer of the Cook Relief Expedi- tion a year ago. and planned a search for the explorer this summer if he failed to return to civilization. in a statement today declared that the statement of George H. Dunkle who makes affidavit that Dr. Cook engaged himself and Captain Loose to prepare astronomical records is part of an organized plot to discredit Cook.
 "Dunkle came to me and tried to have me introduce him to pr. Cook. '' declares Wallace. but refused to do so as I had no confidence in him or any scheme he might have.'
 Wallace gave out a 3.500 word pre- pared statement in which he insists that Cook certainly reached the pole. He declares that inasmuch as Cook described ice conditions different from any ever seen by any other living man. and his description was afterwards backed up by his own story he points out that mo can could have guessed such conditions"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
rnE~PRErrrESr rAE

and the most beautiful hands are of. ten disigured by an unsiEhtly war; IL can easily be removed in a few Jays without pain by using Cyrus warl Remover. for sale only Rt The C>ru, Pharmacy. 25S Fairfield ave tue ana isg Cannon st.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
GuR MINISTRIES.

The University club is to have a real minstrel performance in its roours this evening. The cast includes such talented amateurs as are included in the club membership.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
DIED.

HORT0N-In Danbury. Dec. z, Ellen. wife of Henry Horton, of Bedding. aged 46 years. LANGDON-At Plymouth, Dec. 8, Elizabeth A.. widow of George Lang don-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
CLEANEAsY. THE BEsr HAND
 SOAP

Guaranteed noA ~ lnlure the skin. Instantly removes stove Polish. Rusl. Grease. Ink. Paint and Dirt For the hands or clothing. Large can 10 centa Manufactured by Wm- R winn, ss, 5tratford Ave
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
PILES CURED IN 6 TO IA DAYS

PAZO OINTMENT is guaranteed to cure any case of Itching. Blind. Bleed ing or Protruding Piles in to IA days or money refunded. soc.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
PROF. STROMGREN SCOUTS
 AFFIDAVITS OF LOOSE AND
 DUNKLE AGAINST DIR. COOK

submitted his records to him for no other purpose than to get his expert opinion. "Dr. Cook withdrew his rec ords within a few days" Lonsdale said. lon account of Loose's personal habits and general incompetency."
 The Politikan today quotes Knude Rasmussen as saying that Captain ish."
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10

LADIES OF CHARITY TO MEET
 The regular monthly meeting of the Ladies of Charity will be held at St. Vincent's Hospital. Sunday Dec. IF at s:30 D. m. All members are urged to be present.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-12-10
LADIES' KID GLOVES

value $1.0O, at 6oc a pair
 A splendid lot of soft, pIiab1e pearl stitched and gussetted Kid Gloves in White, Tan, Brown and Gray, all sizes, at 69c pair
 It is advisable to have your gloves fitted to insure satisfaction tx
Connecticut western news., 1909-06-03

The Misses Wright, of New York, md MT. and Mrs. l.. P. Haubrestle, ot Poughkeepsie, E. O. Warner and friend of Philadelphia were the guests of friends over Memorial Day.
 The members of the Salisbury choir went to Norfolk, Tuesday evening for the dress rehearsal. Some of our village people had the privilege of attending the concerts, in Norfolk. On Wednes- day and Thursday evenings.
 Charles Whitbeck and daughter, Susie, of Litchfield, spent Friday and Saturday in town.
 The following pupils were perfect in attendance during May, in the primary department: Edith Flood, Ethel Ball, Clara Bishop, Mary Coons, Harriette Harrison, Willie Lamson, Philip Lam son. Helen Lamson, Nina LamsOn, Kes- ter Suydam and Anna WOodin. In the intermediate room were: Howard Sel- leck, Willie Ostrander, Helen EgglestOn, Phyllis Dubois and Margaret Spur.
 Episcopal Church.
 This week being WhitSunweek, the Holy Communion was celebrated ill the church on Monday. Tuesday, and We'd nesdaY at 9:3O o'clock.
 The usual Friday evening service will be held i'll the church at 7:30 o'clock.
 The Junior Guild will meet at the home of Mrs. w. Eggleston on Friday.
 Next Sunday being Trinity Sunday, the usual o'clock service will be omltt- ed, and the communion will be Cele- brated at the 10.30 o'clock service.
 Next Sunday evening at o'clock the Ray GEarlp. fowls Slottprv n ID of Springfield, Mass. will preach the con- mencement service of the Taconic School.
 Rev. Alexander Hamilton. who for married at Sheffield, Wednesday, May 26, to Miss Mary Clark Spur.
 Mrs. Ladd and daughter, Miss Charis Ladd, of New York and Allen Goddard of Yale were guests at Rev. J. c. God dards over Memorial Day.
 Lewis P. Ashman Jr. and friend, and MT. and Mrs. Robert Ashman spent Sunday and Monday at l.. F. Ashman's
 Miss Jennie Clark's cousin, Mrs. Vorhees, has been visiting here.
 The four schools held Memorial ex- ercises at the kindergarten room Friday afternoon. Three veterans were present viz: George Frinks, Peter Turner and Marion Saokett. The two latter talked briefly but most entertainingly of some of their war experiences.
 Charles Whitbeck and daughter, SusY. of Litchfeld have been visiting relatives in town.
 The Memorial Day exercises passed off very pleasantly. The speech by Rev. Jas. Drau at the Town Hall was greatly enjoyed. The Lime Rock band and the Lakeville drum corps furnished excellent music for the occasion.
Connecticut western news., 1909-06-03
The Editors Limitations
Morton CKs) Telegram.D


 Don't think because the reporter sees you getting on the train that he ought to know who you are and where you are going, or if he sees you greet some friends that he knows who they are and where they are from. We aim to get all the news, but you may be the one we don't happen to know. We try to become familiar with names and faces, if possible. But during the years past we have been to church and failed to see you there: we have hung around the town pnmp. but some of you weren't there; we have loafed on the streets; we've even risked our reputation on back streets on a dark night, but you weren't all there. And we'll be hanged if we know where to find you all. So if you are going or coming, or know any body cutting up queer capers, let us know
Connecticut western news., 1909-06-03
TRIBUTE TO THE LATE GOVERNOR
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of Governor LilleY, after days of the most sincere and impressive tributes ever paid to any governor by any state, we all felt that no further word could be added to those so elOquently spoken, no tribute of honor remained unpaid to one whom the whole state mourned and many of us loved.
 But there is one service remaining which we as body may rightfully take upon ourselves. As members of the general assembly we represent the en- tire state. Our political influence for the time being reaches like a network over every city, town and village within its boundaries; we have it in our power to strike a concerted, and therefore an effective blow for clean politics and up right methods from this day forth. Let every man here take the responsibility of his own section upon himself. Let him insist that the best man with the cleanest record shall be the successful candidate, and then, MT. President, the members of this general assembly shall not only have helped bring victory out of calamity, but they will have erected the best and the most enduring monu- ment within their power to the memory of Governor George L. LilleY.
Connecticut western news., 1909-06-03
SALISBURY $ R Y

Lorin Miller has had a monument erected on his family plot in the ceme- tery.
 Mrs. Bertha Conklin and son Harry were in the village Monday.
 The remains of Ward Woodin were brought here for interment.
 Charles Whitbeck of Litchfeld and daughter Susan are visiting friends here.
 Mrs. James Ball and son Douglas have gone to Detl oft, Mich, on a visit to her daughter Mildred.
 c. F. Wanger has begun work on another garage, which is to be two stO- ries in height and 21 by 50 feet i'll size.
 D. O'Sullivan of Falls Village is hay ing a monument placed on the family plot i'll the Catholic cemetery. + Margaret and Wilhelmina Wright spent Sunday and Memorial Day as guests of Mrs. Lydia N. Packard.
 Mrs. Esther Dunning of Canaan is visiting friends in town.
 Ralph Genito was brought before Jus tice Wilson E. Hicks for keeping open shop on Sunday. He pleaded guilty and was fined one dollar and Costs, amounting to $8.51, which he paid and d1SO dSIGttl GO k6Sp HIS k)IdC0 O1 DuSkGSSS closed on Sunday hereafter.
 The remains of Mrs. Dauchey were brought here from Wichita, Kansas for interment. She formerly lived in Cha pinville and is remembered here. Her brother, Frank Richardson, Fl. D. came here with the body. He had not been here since 1870. The funeral was held from St. Johns church.
 Sunday and Memorial Day were busy days at the Maple Shade and White Hart Inn, both places being filled with guests. At the White Hart Inn there were 45 guests over Sunday, many of them automobile parties who came up from the cities for the day. Among them were the following: A. P. Christy and family of Worcester, Mass; Jona- than Gront, Brooklyn; Phelps Newberry, Washington; Mrs. k. c. Thompson, MT. and Mrs. R. A. Thompson, Margaret and Robert Thompson, North Adams; Henry H. Ketcham, Hotchkiss, with parents and sister, Miss Ethel Ketcham of Brooklyn; D. L. Gillett, Westfield, Mass. Mrs. Pierce Miller, Flushing; Mrs. P. Ogle, New Marlboro;D. J. McFerren, HoOpestOn, H.; MT. and Mrs. M. Kahle and the Misses Kahle, New Brighton F. T. Thom, MT and Mrs. D. B. Thom, Miss H. K. Harrison, Waterbury; Mrs. 0. S.Glover and daughters, Hastings on the Hudson; James c. Newlin and k. 0. Warner, Philadelphia; Horace F. Doc, little, Meriden; Miss Mary Rector, Mrs w. A. Bonner, Miss D. S. Thompson, | New York.
Connecticut western news., 1909-06-03
The child is still ill London.

The child is still ill London.
 Mrs. A. R. Woodward has been visit ing friends in town.
 Miss Edna Bartram of Brooklyn was in town over Sunday.
 William Bostwick is spending a few d4ys with his parents.
 D. N. Eggleston made business trip to Poughkeepsie last week.
 Henry Knight and Roy Klebes spent Decoration Day in New Haven.
 Alice Bradshaw of New York is a guest at the home of Dr. Basset.
 Mr. and Mrs. William Klebss and daughter Mildred spent Sunday i'll Hud- son, N. Y.
 A load of young people were carried over to the play and dance at Amenia last Friday night.
 The Misses Eva and Edith Landon spent Sunday in New York as did also William Klebes Jr.
 Warren Brown and Ella Thompson of Bridgeport, Conn, spent Decoration Day with Luther Brown.
 Richard Smith, of New York city was at the "Bartram" over Sunday, return ing to the city Monday night.
 George A. Livingstone, we'll known ill this vicinity, left Chicago last Satur day night for Seattle, Washington.
 The annual meeting of the school district will be held at the school house next Tuesday, June 8. at p. III.
 Mrs. A. A. Marsh and daughter Althea, of West Cornwall are visiting ut her daughters, Mrs. Albert Raban.
 MT. Clark of Buffalo, N. Y, 8 grand son of former President of the Con- solidated railroad, is stopping at the "Bartram.
 The operation performed upon Miss Bee Klebcs was vefy successful. She was brought home from New York last Saturday and is now getting along nice ly.
 Anton Walters, accompanied by his wife, drove to Poughkeepsie Sunday af- ternoon. Suppose this is but the start ing of his usual numerable summer pill grimages.
Connecticut western news., 1909-06-03
TO ESTABLISH TRADE SCHOOLS
Senator has Finally Passed the Act
 Providing Them

Senator has Finally Passed the Act
 Providing Them
 After listening to an earnest plea by Senator Luther which was supported by other speakers, the Senate passed finally the act providing for the establishment of trade schools.
 Senator Luther said that this bill, is an amendment to the one passed in 1907, and is somewhat in the nature of an ex- pertinent. He said that not only this state, but other states were losing ground in industries because of the lack of skilled laber. He asked. how can Con- necticut boy loarn a trade? While few may get in as apprentices, the ma jority of boys who want to learn trades have little chance. He said: If we de- velop this Idea, as it has been in Ger many, we would have to have sixty-six schools in the state. Germany is out stripping us in industrial pursuits be- cause our boys havo not been trained"
 Senator Blakeslee inquired as to the matter of an appropriation and Senator Luther explained the point. Senator Manwaring thought the bill move in the right direction. Senator Peck hoped it would pass because he believed it would benefit the young men of the state and the manufacturers also, and industry in general.
Connecticut western news., 1909-06-03
OPPORTUNITIES ARE MANY
No Truth in Silly TwaddIe About Lack
 of Them.

No Truth in Silly Twaddle About Lack
 of Them.
 We had it again the other day when Henry H. Rogers died. The lachry- nose paragraphers gave the familiar old whine that the present offers no oppor- tunitles for the boy who would acheive. The only time when there were oppor- tunlties as i'll the past when Rogers, Rockefeller, Hartman, Gould, Stillman and the others were getting their start. After they got it there wasn't anything left for those who should come after
 What silly twaddle! There never was time in the history of the world when there were so many opportunities for young people of the right sort. But they must be bright enough to under stand that success lies within them selves and not with externals. They must have grit, they must have conf- dence in themselves and a reasonable amount of faith in others; they must be willing to work-and work all the time, not spasmodically. They must be will ing to take chances ill the game they are playing, and they must have ill view a greater eud than mere money getting They must love the art, the profession, or whatever calling claims them.
 Diligence, honesty and intelligence must be the rules of their conduct. They must have regard for their own characters and regulations above every thing else. And whom they get this firmly fixed ia their minds and enact it in their lives, in their intercourse with others, opportunity will be hunting them up.
 This is only by way of citing that opportunities for boys and girls are increasing with the course of industries, of wealth and of social rivalry The The opportunity is ever present. It's the men and women who can not only seize the big places, but more than fill them, that are scarce.-Exchange