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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
BIG SUN SPOT
 .i GESTURES EARTH
Fir. Odenbach Sees Spot First and His Instruments Report Earthquake Dis turbance Ahead of News papers.
papers.
(special from United Press.)


 Cleveland, Sept. N.-There is a large spot on the sum- It likely will be vis- ible to the naked eye as the sun goes down to-day and more electrical dis turbances known as earth currents will probably be felt before morning. There were earthquakes to-day in h. diana, Kentucky, Illinois and Missou- ri.
 Father Odenbach's instruments at St. Ingus College showed records of the earthquakes Monday before the telegra ph accounts came in. Father Odenbach said the earthquakes were in Indiana and Missouri. This prov ed true with the addition of tremors in Illinois and Kentucky.
 Shortly after the quake records Father Odenbach saw the spot on the sum- scientists know of no reason to believe that there is any connec- tion between earthquakes and sun spots," he said, "but it is agreed that there is connection between the spots and earth currents. If the spot re- mains on the sun it is likely that there will be more electrical disturbances.
 ."The sun spot visible to-day is thousands of miles iu area. When I first caught a glimpse of it with a field glass it looked as big as a pea. If the sky is clear tonight it may be visible to naked eye. Persons wish ing to see it should equip themselves with shade and take a look at the sun when it is going down when they will not have to look into its full glare"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
SUICIDE CAUSED BY INJURIES.

A helper employed about an uu- guarded nail machine was severely cut in the performance of his duty. For nearly a year after the accident hd seemed to have lost his reason. Then he was found one day in a corn field with his throat cut-beyond doubt his own act In Brown V. American Steel 6. Wire Co.,. SS Northeastern Re- porter. 30, appellant sought to recover from the employer of decedent for his death, asserting that the injuries re- ceived from the unguarded machine were the proximate cause thereof. Tht Indiana Appellate Court held that the facts strongly indicated that decedent had a mind capable of conceiving a purpose of taking his life. as well as knowledge of the means to effect hif purpose The act of suicide. for which the employer was not responsible, was the proximate cause of death and not the injury inflicted by the unguardee nail machine.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
SOLICITING BUSINESS
 BY ATTORNEY.

In Washington an attorney Is pro- hibited from soliciting employment either directly or indirectly. A breach of these restrictions is termed barra- try, for which the offender may be disbarred. Appellant in State v. Ross man, 1O1 Pacific Reporter, 357, had been charged with slander. perjury, fraud upon those employed to solicit business. and barratry. He contended that the right to practice law was a. natural right guaranteed by the Con- stitution. and the barratry statute de- prived him of his right to liberty and the pursuit of happiness in that he was forbidden to use his faculties as he chose in his vocation. The Wash ington Supreme Court thought the dis barment proper, remarking that tho practice of law is not constitutionai right, but one granted by the state. which may surround it with reasonable restrictions
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
A. B. c. Club Dance
 And Concert Tonight

Nothing doing tonight, you say. Are you aware that the popular A. B. c. club is holding a dance this evening at Brooklawn pavilion? Dances by this body of popular young men are always looked forward to as a source of delight by the younger set. There will be a concert. Among the artists who will assist are the Misses F4ossie MacAllister and Martha Hurd and the Messrs James Keegan, Fred Mooney, George By, Walter Moss, James Ma honey and George Greenspun. The musical end will be well taken care of by Prof. George F'inklestone who is a member of the club.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
Columbus, He "Bane" Good Fellow, But
 Was 400 Years Late
Sven Murberg Says ,Ameri- ca's Discoverer Game from North and Not the South.

Former Alderman Sven Murberg, who is now the mayor of Nicholsville stated to the Farmer this morning that he thought it was the height of audacity for local Italian societies tc propose to erect a monument to Chris topher. Columbus because he was tn discoverer of America. He declared that the real discoverer of the western hcn1isphere was Lief Erickson, who came over to this country 400 years before Columbus.
 Erickson, he declares came here from Sweden and if there is to be a monu ment erected to the real bona f1de dis coverer of America that the name of Lief Erickson should go on it. MT. Murberg does not deny that Columbus landed on the island of San Salvador. in 1492s but he says that Lief touched the mainland 400 years ahead of that time.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
MARRIAGE LICENSES
 ISSUED TODAY

Marriage licenses were issued to-day to George w Evans an accountant of Pittsburg, Pa., to marry Miss Grace A. Patchin, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Walter E Patchin of this city.
 Other licenses were issued to Will liam Kareitchey, 22, painter of Port Jefferson to marry Miss Ida B. Brown ing a waitress of the same place. The bride is 27 and the groom 22
 Thomas w. Nolan of this city se- cured a license to marry Miss Helen Blackman of this city.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
PROHIBITING SEEMING IN

The town of Santa Monica passed an ordinance prohibiting seinfng within 1 900 feet of it's docks. In Ex parte Bailey, 101 Pacific Reporter, Al. the California Supreme Court thought it manifest from the terms of the ordi- nance that it was in no sense design ed for the preservation and protection of fsh for the benefit of the state. It was clearly the sole object of the ordi- nance to protect and add to the pisca- toriaI advantages of the wharves, docks, and piers in the town, and to increase the fortune of the wielders of hook and line. This being the purpose of the ordinance, it was clearly beyond the power of the town to act.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
THE ROWLAND
 DRY GOODS co.
TAFT ENDORSES
 OTTO T. BANNARD
Murphy May Sanction Nom
 ination of Judge Gaynor to Head Tammany's Tick
(SpeciaI from United Press.) )

New York. Sept. 27.-President Taft shas set his seal of approval of the nomination of Otto T. Barnard for Mayor by the Republicans of New York City and in a telegram sent to prominent persons urged that he be elected.
 It is understood to-day that Charles F. Murphy, leader of Tammany Hall. will make known his preference for a nayoralty candidate not later ithan to-day At present he IS in confer ence regarding the selection Of Judge Gaynor but the general impression Is that Tammanys leader has made up his mind to name the Brooklyn jurist- Friends of District Attorney Jerome are also moving influence possible to have Tammany accept the district at torney as it's candidate for reelection.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
FASHIONS AND PADS

Buttons covered with a coat material are used for coat fastenings.
 Ribbons have been coming gradually into fashion again as trimming.
 The hatpins worn just now ars 'large, immense, enormous" most of them.
 Linens and gingshams are the mosa comfortable wear for little girls 1T school.
 The newest skirts have deep hip yoke effect that fits the figure ver- closely.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
Rubber Plant Stolen;
 Little Girl Arrested

Miss. Grace Little, colored, aged 16 is held at police headquarters for the theft of rubber plant and a iardi- niere from Mrs. Jennie Reid of Court land Hill. Detective Cronan made the arrest this morning. The girl is the daughter of MT. anda Mrs. Horace Lit tie, 210 Highland avenue. Information was given Detective Cronan and the girls arrest followed. The mother de- ries knowledge Of tho " "ee-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
FEMALE MAHATMA
 REACHES BOSTON

Especial from United Press.)
 Boston, Sept. I.-Mrs. Annie Besant of London, the International Presi- dent of the Theosophical Society, ar rived in Boston to-day. Mrs. Besant will deliver many addresses.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
EXPLOSION IN
 FILM FACTORY
 INJURIES FIFTY
(special from United Pre-

Special from United Press.)
 Pittsburg. Sept. 27.-A terrific ex- plosion occurred shortly before noon in the offices of the Columbian Film Exchange in the Ferguson Block on 3rd avenue. Many persons were burn ed fighting their way to the exits in the building and it is feared several have perished. The explosion fired the interior of the building and a panic followed among the occupants. Ambu- Iances took away a number of the in jured The list of injured will reach fifty.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
HULL NAMED ON
 TOUCEY ESTATE

Arthur J. Hull was to-day appointed administrator of the estate of the late Frederick Toucey of Monroe. The heirs were at loggerheads at first as to who should administer the estate. Judge Nobbs told them that if they could not agree he would appoint some one not known to any of the heirs. Upon hearing this they got together and petitioned to have MT. Hull named
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
SHOP GIRL DROPS
 DEAD IN NORWALK
Especial from United Press.)

Norwalk, Sept. 27.-Miss Lizzie O'Brien, of Henry street, South Nor walk, dropped dead at her work in the R. and G. Corset Factory at o'clock this morning, death being caused by heart failure. The incident was a sad affair and necessitated the closing of the room where she worked for the remainder of the day, owing to the un- nerved condition of the other girls who witnessed the sad demise.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
END OF PAVEMENT
 DELAY SEEMS NEAR

The permanent paving and sewer commission will meet this evening to open proposals for materials for the Fairfield avenue pavement. between Main and Water streets.
 The New Haven Railroad Co. began to-day to cart grooved rails to Main street, between Congress and East Washington avenue. The U. S. Wood Preserving Co. will be ready to fill the order for wood blocks in two weeks. Director Biltz said that the founda- tfons would be ready.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
HAT AND POOL OF N>
 BLOOD CAUSE SEARCH

Special from United Press.)
 Terryville, Conn.,, Sept. 7.-Although searching parties have been out for the last "A hours, no trace of Peter Dura, aged 26, who was assaulted while attending a christening, had been discovered up to noon to-day. His hat was found lying in a pool of blood at Crescent Heights. Michael Kowany is being held on the charge of committing the assault.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
SCARLET FEVER
 CLOSES SCHOOL
 IN CANAAN
(special from United Pre-

Especial from United Press.)
 Canaan, Conn.,, Sept. 27-As pre- cautionarye measure against the spread of scarlet fever which has made it's appearance here, high school has been closed Four children who at- tended this school have been stricken with the disease.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27

Robert E. Peary, the arctic explorer, to Eagle isle by General Thomas L.. Hubbard, president of the Arctic club, and Peary gave his friend a bundle of documents which are intended for use in the controversy over Cooks claims as the discoverer aof the pole. sGeneral Hubbard hastened at once to New York with the papers. but would
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27

Noon-There was a weak spot in the late forenoon, Erie declining about one point. A few other issues yielded un- der moderate selling pressure but at midday the inherent seuing disappear ed and the general market became strong Most interest centered in Steel common which held firm around S6
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
THE ROWLAND DRY GOODS co.
BOSTON TO HEAR COOK

Special from United Press.)
 Boston, Sept. 27.-It is announced here to-day that Dr. Frederick A. Cook, the Arctic explorer. will lecture in Boston on Oct. 1 on his discovery of the North Pole.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27

not say where he intended to submit them. It is the earnest bellef Of Pearys partisans that he has some
 thing up his sleeve that will serve to confuse Cooks claims. These are the first photographs taken of Peary and members of his party since their return to, civilization. Messrs. McM1l- Ian and Borup, two of the scientists of the exhibition, are shown in one
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27

It is noticeable among well-dressed women that the waists either match the skirt exactly or at least blend with it.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
SALOON KEEPER FINED s4o0.

Special from United Press.)
 Torrington, Sept. 27.-As result of the raid conducted by the State police on the new Century Hotel yesterday. David Whaten, proprietor. was found guilty of violations of the liquor law and fined $400 and costs this afternoon. He took an appeal.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
BICYCLE WAITS CLl

BICYCLE WAITS CLAIMANT.
 Patrolman Walker found a Sterling bicycle this morning at Broad street and Railroad avenue. It is at police headquarters awaiting the owner.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-09-27
HOWLAND'S Entrances on Main street. Fairfield
 avenue and Cannon street.

Bridgeport, Conn.,,
 Monday, Sept. 27, 1909. The Weather-Cloudy and unsettled tonight; fair tomorrow.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-10-20
PRESIDENT SAYS EVEN ARIZONA BABIES CRY
 FOR ADMISSION

President Taft last evening in his address to the c of Prescott spoke in full as follows:
 'Mr. Chairman, MT. Mayor, Ladies and Gentlemen of Prescott My father used to tell story of old gen eman who loaned his another man, and said to him he went away, Don't while you that coat He away and he back after three hours and the of the asked him whether he had He said No. have sworn, but never felt so much like lying in my life. (Much laughter).
 After that dose which your chairman administered to me, felt like drawing the long bow before in this trip.
 q delighted to meet you (from the crowd, thank yOu). 1 willing to admit, 1 suppose you are, the truth of the of the chairman that have not ad dressed anywhere audience of which this IS not peer Great applause).
 T see that you admit it, and you have not drank any of that famed water either. (Applause) got of the water the way up, but believe 1t was from below the crossing have 1t Canteen and expect to try 1t of the company.
 My fellow citizens in spite of the somewhat jocular way
 COntinued On
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-10-20
CITY PROVES
 ROYAL HOST
Chief Executive IS Given A Valuable MementO Of
 His Visit.

A thousand people had gathered at the Santa Fe depot to obtain their first glimpse of the chief executive and when the whistle of the pilot en- zine sounded at 5:3S o'clock a shout went up, "Here he comes" But this was an error for the pilot was run ming ten minutes ahead of the presi- dential train and it came flashing into the yards under a full head of steam at $40 o'clock. Eleven minutes later the big special rolled in and then there was tremendous cheering while the band up the street vigorously played "Hail to the Chief.''
 Rowing d cneery good-evening to the welcoming throng, as he alighted from his ear, he was greeted by Mayor Goldwater, Chairman Robt. E. Morri- son and Chas. T. Joslin, chairman of the committee of arrangements, and escorted with Postmaster Gen eral Hitchcock, Governor Sloan and Captain A. W. Butts to No. l auto mobile which had c. D. Harvey at the wheel. All of the other members of the presidential party and Cover nor Sloan's party were expeditiOusly placed in the cars that had been as- signed to them, a clear passage way having been provided by stretching ropes at the south end of the buIld- ing. Guarding this temporary avenue were ShernI Smith and his mounted escort while the regulars from Fort ,, nipple under the command of Lieu tenant Sampson were disposed at the rear and at the side of the train. The arrangements had been perfectly planned by MT. Joslin and every thing went so smoothly as to cause Governor Sloan to remark: "Pres- colt is all right"
 The Parade.
 When all of the visitors had been seated in the conveyances, the pro- cession formed with the Prescott band in the lead and Sheriff Smith and his mounted escort immediately pre- ceding the presidents automobile. The sheriff's aides were Joe Cook, Chas. Keeler, s. A. Pierce, Geo. Ruffner, Geo. Merritt, F. E. Andrews, J. J. Red dick, F. Burns, Frank Heisler, H.. Bowdre and Tom Taylor of Jerome.
 To the right of the procession, proudly marched the veterans of the Grand Army, headed by A. J. Judd,
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-10-20
GREETED BY
 THOUSANDS
Prescott Gives Magnificent Welcome to the Head
 Of the Nation.

he spoke volumes. That is the sort of man that Taft is.
 His Personality.
 The president of the United States O America possesses one of those big frames which dominate any assem- blaze. He looms up big in any cor'- pany. There is something about him that eompels attention, respect and hearing. SurmOunting that giant frame, there is a large, well-shaped, commanding head and a face that beams peace, good will, friendliness and amiability; such head and face as would be turned to under any circumstances with conf dence and fellow feelin~
 Hand Shake Eloquent.
 Taft does not hold his welcoming hand out like a basket-palm up-in, which if you will, you may lay yours. He does not proffer it to you as though he were through with it. He doesn't swing 1t forward so that you may grasp it as a street car strap, MT. Taft shakes hands, and when you are through you know it-and you feel as though he did, too.
 This is the man Taft, big in frame, commanding in appearance, kindly in face, hearty in greeting, direct in manner.
 This is the president whose private train rolled into the depot last eve ming at 5:51 o'clock, drawn by two engines looking as proud as shining machines of brass and steel can look, and saluted by the shrieking whistles of the entire city.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-10-20
MEAT PACKERS IN SESSION.

CHlCAGO, Oct. 1s.-1ne fourth an nual meeting of the American Meat Packers association began at the Hotel LaSalle in this city today with an attendance of several hundred members from Cincinnati, Kansas City, Omaha, St. Joseph and other leading centers of the packing indus try.
Weekly journal-miner., 1909-10-20

dOtlhS pOSI COlnAuduutI. It was an inspiring and touching sight, these grizzled and hobbhng heroes of the Civil war, when eontrasted with the regulars of the Fifteenth infantry in full dress uniform, who kept martial step with them on the opposite side of the moving column of automobiles and carriages.
 All along the route, which was can opied by flags and flanked by a con tinuOus line of national eOlors on either side, a repeated succession of welcoming cheers and waving of flags, greeted the president and his party.
 School Children in Evidence.
 At the speaker s Stand, Company E of the national guard of Arizona, with Captain COykendall in charge, were stationed, anu as the presidents ear riage rolled up they presented arms while the air was rent with the shrill shouts of 600 happy children from the public schools and St. JO- seph's Academy. It was an inspir- ing speetaele-this crowd of joyous children massed in front of the stand with their teachers, and the president was visibly. impressed by the scene. To the rear and both sides of the coming generation, was a dense throng of humanity which extended far into the plaza and almost to the court house on the caves of which structure Haunted a banner with the inserip- tion, "We Want Statehood.
 Ceremonies Begin.
 President Taft upon alghting from his ear, was greeted by Chairman Morrison and Hugo Richards and es- eorted to the large chair provided for him on the stand. Other ears rolled up in turn, their occupants were de- posted and hospitably seated upon the platform. It was a distinguished gathering that faced the seven thou sand persons eOngregated in front of the stand, on both sides and also on the balcony of Mayor GOldwater's store; for with the presidential party were representative citizens from nearly every section of the territory.
 Morrison's Speech.
 As Chairman of the Entertainment Roberts E. Morrison called the meet ing to order, and in a voice that was heard clearly to the outer limits of the assemblage, said: 70,
 "Canopied by this Arizona sky, in the presence of our pine-elad mountains which are filled and ribbed with gold, silver, and copper, envi- roned by this pure, hfe-giving atmos- phere, our people of the beautiful City of Prescott and of Northern Arizona have assembled in public meeting to participate in a memora- ble event in the history of the Ter ritory.
 "We have on many occasions en- tertaiped eminent soldiers, statesmen and patriots, but for the first time the men, women, and children or Prescott and the surrounding country have gathered this evening to see and greet the President of the United States.
 ''On behalf of the inhabitants ol the Territory of Arizona, a pOpula- tion greater than that possessed by twenty-fOur of the States, having property the assessed valuation of which is larger than that of twenty seven of the States, at the time of their admission to the Union, a people of unsurpassable intelligence and edu- cation, desiring above all things Statehood, we tender our sincere re speet to the Chief Executive of the Nation.
 On this occasion we have for the
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