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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
MILLER GIRL IT
 SAY HER PARENTS
Case Continued to Give an Opportunity to Search Records for Birth Date.

The case against James Donovan and Beatrice Miller, charged with a serious offense, was again continued in the city court this morning The girl testlhed that she was not yet 16 years Of age. The father. Edward Miller. testified that the girl was seventeen. The mother. Mary Miller also testified that Beatrice was over 16. In view of the diversity of the testimony a con- t1nuance was granted. until tomorrow when the records will be consulted. investigation has disclosed the fact that the girl has been a member of coter1e young girls who have been seen on the streets continually and who do not bear the best of regulations. Sev- eral of the coterie have been sent to institutions.
 The father and mother have not lived together for a long time and the nome surroundings of the girl were not Of the best. The appearance of the girls seems to indicate that she is more than 15 years old. The circum- stances connected with the case as they come to light upon investigation have placed the accused young man in a somewhat different light. He was represented this morning by Attorney E. F. Hallen- Donovan said he met the girl at ball and that he provid ed quarters for her when she said she had no place to stay all night If the re- cords bear out the statements of the father and mother of the girl she will probably be sent to an institution.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
NEW INDUSTRY
 FOR BRIDGEPORT
Gustav Palsco Carves Won derfully Artistic Figures for the Adornment of Churches.

Gustave PaEcso, through his extraor- d1nary talent as a carver in wood, has contributed a new industry to Bridge port, adding in most artistic way to the diversity of manufacturing inter- est which makes this city class by itself. Most of Palcso's work goes to Catholic churches. He has recently made a group of the Crucifixion for the Church of St. Michael the Archange1, of this city. One of the best exam pies of his work is said to be the statue of St. Anthony of Padua, which has been purchased by a church in WilkeSbarre, Penn. He is now work ing upon a model of the Crucifxion, in which the figure of the Christ, is said to be strikingly done. The figure of the Saviour is six feet high and 20 in cheS broad.
 Palcso spent ten years learning his trade, six years in the Hotze1 Nor, Hungary, and four in the art school in Budapest. He has talent with brush and pencil and does creditable work in clay. Judges do not hesitate to say that he will gain, some day, recogni- tion as an artist. His workshop is in Ha1lam street. near the home of his sister, with whom he resides.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
Mir. Barnes Retires;
 MT. Gibbs Is Elected
New Superintendent for Sunday School of Second Baptist Church.

The annual meeting of the Second Baptist church was held last evening. Previous to the meeting a bountiful supper, furnished by the Ladies' Aid Society, was enjoyed. The outlook for the coming year is very encouraging. The change of government from the old Ecclesiastical form to a corpora ton with a board of trustees is work ing smoothly and producing good re- suits. Reports of committees were listened to with interest, and the cleo ton of ushers and Sunday school offic- CTS followed. A financial plan em- todying a weekly contribution from every member was adopted and is ex- pected to produce excellent results.
 Charles w. Gibbs, superintendent of the Columb Nut and Bolt Company, was. elected superintendent of the Sum- day school in place of John W. Barnes, who has long served in the office. A vote of thanks was extended to MT. Barnes for his faithful service. WeS- ley Barnes, son of John w. Barnes who has served as assistant Nsuperin- tendent, also retired.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
RAGGED ROBINS" PRETTY STORY
 CHARMS MANY

Chauncey Olcott, actor of Irish dra- ma of the romantic type a sweet sing CT and personable figure, delighted a house of fair proportions, fast night, when he was seen in Ragged Robin,' '' a play written by Rida Johnson in col laboration with Rida Olcott.
 Many bits of ancient folklore had been drawn upon to enhance the in terest of the play. The supernatural element, while by no means dominant, was cleverly interwoven. The story was filled with heart interest
 Needless to say that Ragged Rob- in" disinherited by his father, finally gains bride and estates and lives hap oily ever after. Miss Alma Kelvin S Margaret was most attractive. The caste was excellent throughout.
 MT. Olcott's songs were dainty, and heart catching, as they always are. The musical setting for the fairy scenes was exquisitely rendered. It was written by Knight Logan, who had lbierally consulted the ancient Ossfanic themes.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
Olcloth at
 l0c square yard!

Several pieces of good du- rable floor oil cloth right out of our regular stock at 18c a square yard.
 It is the very same oil cloth as has been sold right through the season at 25c or BOG a square yard.
 It is of good patterns and colors. It is, nearly all of it, in the best of all widths p yards.
 But makers have discon- tinued these particular pat terms and we can get no more in other widths to use with it.
 So out goes what is here. To make it go in a hurry
 l8c.
 Third floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
NO REDUCTION IN WAGES BY THE
 STEEL TRUST
Belief in Wall Street that the Giant Combine Has Coralled Most of Open Or ders on Market for Future Contracts.
Especial from United Press.)

New York, April 2S.-Business and speculative circles are unit to-day in believing there will be no reduction in wages by the United States Steel Cor poration and Wall street to-day gen eraIly attributes to the giant combine a distinct victory over the opposition inasmuch as most of the independents have reduced wages while the bs company has not. As a result they say the steel corporation has disarmed criticism by many of those politicians who have opposed the merger of the Tennessee Coal & Iron Company and placed itself in a position where it is stronger than ever with the specula- tive public.
 The quarterly report shows that the United States Steel Corporation Com mon and Preferred stock are probably on a permanent dividend paying fasiS Despite the cry of the officials of the company that times were bad and the sharp cut in prices was to 'meet the action of the independents in under bidding us'' as Judge Gary put it, the earnings for the first quarter of the wear were e,ninently satisfactory to the board of directors.
 If the Wall street experts are to be believed the United States Steel Com pany has coralled most of the open orders for steel and steel products that have been the market for the last ninety days and have enough future contracts booked to insure an increas- ed business in all mills until late in orders are booked at prices that mean substantial profit for the trust accord ing to the belief here.
 One reason assigned for the general optimism of the steel manufacturers here is that they have received assur-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
$6.5O to $1O.5O.
Dress linens.
Front basement.

An importer found him. self with too-big a stock of natural-color dress linens on hand. He was willing to cut his usual price to get rid of them. They were good lin ems in every way; firm and durable. So the store bought of the lot and here they, are at a saving.
 Yard-wide dress linens. excellent shades of the nat ural color, worth 3Oc 45c and 59c a yard,-
 25c 35c and 4Oc.
 Nice white all-linen suit ing, light weight for summer wear, a yard wide,-39c 45c and soc.
 Sheer white linens for waists and dresses, right tex ture and finish for embroid- ering, 36 inches wide, soc and to $1:25 a yard.
 E'Nearlinen" a fabric of mercerised cotton which looks like linen and is un- shrinking. 36 inches wide, yard.
 Union linen for dresses. a yard wide and nice weight, special value,- ,-17c yard.
 Main floor, rear
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
Mems Bible Classes
 to Strengthen Church w. W. Main Strongly Advo- cates Bringing Men Into Sunday School Work = Pastors Entertained.

The function of Mems Bible classes in building up the church was a topic that occupied much time at the con- ference of the pastors of the Fairfield County Baptist Association, which was held in the Memorial Baptist church. yesterday. Secretary w. w. Main of the Massachusetts Baptist Sunday School association made an address last evening in which he strongly ad- vocated the organization of such clas- ses. He said that in Massachusetts 15,OOO men were enrolled in the Sun day Schools.
 Fourteen pastors were present at the business sessions. Rev. G. W. Nicholson of this city was moderator. Rev. and Mrs. G. c. Sauer entertain ed the pastors at dinner.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
PANIC LESSENS PROFITS OF THE
 A. X B. MFG. co.
Sixth Annual Report Gives Value of Bridgeport Plant as Exceeding $1. .5OO,OOO.

The American and British Manufac- turing Company which operates the American Ordnance Works, this city, and the Corlis Steam Engine Works, Providence, has issued its sixth annual report, including a condensed balance sheet and a brief summary of opera tions for the year ending Dec. 31, 1908. The effect of the industrial depression appears in the statement of net earn ings, which decreased S190, 0,S19.60 as compared with 1907- In 1907 the net earnings were $373, ,505.13. In 1908 they were, S1S2 6S5.53 The decrease in the gross business was $363, ,523.70. The profit for 1908 was $159,S57, as against s349, 6061e in 1907.
 The value of the Bridgeport Works is given at s1 500 00O, which does not in- clude real estate valued at $11, ,6S0.5O.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
CHEST OF SILVER
 AND "SUNSHINE'
Silver Wedding of MT. and
 Mrs. Frank c. O'Brien Agreeably Noticed by
 Friends.

After 25 years of the happiest matri- monial existence. MT. and Mrs. Frank Q. O'Brien celebrates their silver we'd ding last night at their home, 291 South avenue. The house was crowded with friends who cams to offer their con gratulations. They brought many handsome presents. Among them is a chest of silver, which was presented by Mrs. Catherine T. Wade in feli- citiouS address. for a number of friends. Mrs. Wade has just returned from Florida and the occasion gave her friends an opportunity to greet her. At midnight 40 of the guests sat down to tables loaded with good things. The place of honor was occupied by a monster Sunshine cake which was offered with the congratulations of H. G. Thomas. S9O MapleMood avenue.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
Your shoes; Mr. Man?

Do you know Rowland shoes for men? Do you know how much good everyday wearable- ness and comfort they've got in them?
 Do you know how much style they have?
 Do you know how much value is stitched into every pair?
 Do you know that for $3 and $4 there are not their equals to be found anywhere hereabouts?
 A lot of men do. You ought to. It will pay to get acquainted.
 There's a reason for this goodness and value. The store buys it at a cost great CT than is usually paid for shoes to sell at these prices, It is gotten because the store insists upon having it-and is willing to pay for it. Spe- cialists in mems shoes make every pair of these shoes for us; make them just the way we want them to; make them of the feathers that are right and in styles that are right.
 And the store sells them at these prices because it is content with a fair profit and because it has pride in giving men better shoes tha1 they expect to get for their money.
 All the new styles are ready. $3 and $4.
 Just inside Fairfield avenue door.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
WALL STREET TO-DAY

New York, April 2S.-Most of the in- terest on the floor centered in the fractional gains. Other stocks fol- lowed in line with advances ranging from substantial fractions to over @ point. Union Pacific gained over a point, Reading and B. & O. advancing a point. B. R. T. showed strength.
 Il a. m.-The trading all through the first hour showed a decided strength enfng tone with few stocks for sale around prevailing prices and with de- mand coming in from many resources.
 Government bonds unchanged; other bonds strong.
 Noon.-The market held strong all through the fonenoon although the movements to higher levels after the opening were generally limited to frac- tions. A good part of the interest was centered on Rock Island issues.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
PRETTY NELLIE ANDERSON SUES
 TO GET $5,O0O
Papers Are Served on John J. Higgins Whose Body is Taken by Sheriff
 DOOlan.
Plaintiff Claims That De fendant Called Her a "Scab' and Choked Her Into Insensibility-He is Striker and She, Strike Breaker.

John J. Higgins, a prominent natter of Norwalk, is held at the jail in this city upon the complaint of Nellie An derson of Norwalk, in default of bail in a civil suit for $5,0O0 damages in which his body has been taken.
 The suit is an outcome of the hat ters strike in Norwalk. Miss Ander- son who is 21 years old, claims that about 5:30 p. m. on April 20, while she and a Mrs. Butler were on their way home, they were accosted by gins is one of the striking matters, while Miss Anderson is a strike break CT.
 He continued his mocking her and pushed her off the sidewalk. At Washington bridge, which is some dis tance from the scene of the first en- counter, Higgins, she alleges, grabbed her by the throat, choked her into in SenSibility and threw her into the road way.
 She was saved from further violence by the interference of a handsome stranger, who administered a beating to Higgins. She does not know the name of the young man who proved her good Samaritan, but she will be ever grateful to him.
 Yesterday Deputy Sheriff Peter Doo- Ian and his son went to Norwalk and served the papers on Higgins. The young man had no money and he was taken on a body writ. The news flew fast in Norwalk that one of the strik- CTS had been arrested. A large crowd gathered, threatening to do bodily harm to the doughty sheriff and his husky young son, Peter, but no inter- ference resulted.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
STATE. OF 1,ONNFsT1turT
 . DISTRICT OF BRIDGEPORT, ss:
 pRO3ATE COURT.

Estate of George D. Mallett, late of Trumbul1, in said District, deceased.
 The administratrix having made ap- plfcatfon for an order authorizing her to sell certain real estate belonging to said estate IS per said application on file duly appears.
 ORDERED That the said applica- ton be heard and determined at the Probate Office in Bridgeport, on the first day of May. 1909. at Il o'clock in the forenoon. and this Court directs said administratrix to give notice to all persons interested in said estate to appear. if they see cause, and be heard thereon. by publishing this order once in a newspaper having a circulat on in said district, on or before the 29th day of April, A D. 1909 and return make to the Court of notice given
 EDWARD P. NoBBs.
 app Judge.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
LOCAL MEN PASS
 MILITARY EXAMS
Orders Issued for the Nom ination of an Ensign for
 the Third Division. C.N.G.

Adjutant General George M. Cole has issued orders announcing the results of the nomination which took D ace April 25. at Hartford. Those in the third division of this city are: Lieut.. William Edwards Waller. to take rank from Nov 19, 1907. and Lieut. (J.G.) Albert J. Merritt. to take rank from April g. 1908.
 The same order calls for the nomi- nation of an ensign for the third divis- ion.
 The examining board consisted of Lieut.. Abele. U. s. N.: Capt. Reynolds, U. 8. N. retired: and Lieut. Com. Arthur Day. Naval Militia. retired.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
DIED

REYNOLDS.-Arniv high mass of requiem will be sung at St Au- eusf1ne's church on Friday mornlns for Michael Reynolds, late or Reo- ding at seven a. m. ZS p RAPTIST-In this city. April 18th, 1s0s John Baptist. in his 71st year.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at the residence or his son I7hn Rantist. Jr., No 520 Wood ave- hue. on Friday. 3oth inst. at 2:Ot o'clock p. m.
 Burial in Mt. Grove cemetery. ---' ar xfknryN.-In Stamford, April p. Ro- sl eauua widow of John F. Martin. Tn Der 94ths year.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
HOWLAND'S
Fine suits for boys.

Fine suits
 for boys.
 Better fabric, to begin with.
 Then better making and better lining.
 Then little finishing touches that give a style that is better. Such are these new suits that have come to the Boys Shop.
 And they are in handsome gray shades that boys will greet with delight. In plain effects, in quiet refined stripes, in new over-plaid eff fleets. Nothing is quite so, hard to get just now as good gray suits for boys. But these we've had made up within two weeks-they are newest and finest suits to be found.
 Double Service suits every one. That means two pairs of trousers in Knicker style.
 Coats in latest Derby mod. el of special length and roomy, but good-fitting cut. Some coats in Norfolk style with pleated yoke. Some in two-button single-breasted style. Every one made with nice mohair lining and hand tailored at the points where hand-work is the only thing that secures lasting shape and goodness.
 Sizes 6 to IT,
 $6.5O to $1O.5O.
 Front basement
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
MIR. HOLDEN IS IN
 CRITICAL CONDITION

The condition of Charles Molden, Sather of ex-Alderman John M Mol den, who suffered a shock while cut ting grass in his door yard on Satur- day, is critical. He has been uncon- scious since the stroke, reviving but once and then only for a moment. His wife also is far from well. MT. Molden is the father of Mrs. John T. King and Mrs. James W. Mills.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
BILTz NAMES FIVE
 SIDEWALK SLEUTHS
They Will Search for Defec- tive .Pavements, W hich Owners Must Repair, or City Will.

Director Biltz of the Public Works department has begun a crusade against poor sidewalks. A corps of five inspectors will be put to work. Owners of property will be given Is days to put their defective walks in first class condition. Afterward the work will be done by the city and charged to the property. . . /
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
The Good Effects of BEECHAm'S
 PILLS

remedy these conditions be- cause they remove the cause. They start the bowels, work the liver, sweeten the breath, cleanse the blood, tone the stomach, clear the head, inn prove the appetite and bring restf1l sleep.
 The oldest and best correct i've medicine before the public is Beecham's Pills.
 Sold Everywhere. In bosss 1oe. and 25e.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
TELEGRAPH TICKS

London, April 2s.-Olice Logan, the authoress. died to-day in the public insane asylum at Banstead. She was 69 years old. native of Elmira, N. r.. and for years was a contributor to magazines. newspapers and also wrote many books.
 winsted. April 2s-As the result of the bursting of vein in her right foot Mrs. Edward Schmitz bled to death in her home here last evening before medical aid could be summoned. She is survived by her husband and four children.
 New London.April 2S.-John B. Latin TOD. aged 55. a well known horse raiser in this state. died suddenly at his home here to-day of heart failure. He is survived by a wife and one child.
 Boston April 2S-Buoyed up by hope and on the principle that no news is good news. the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions to-day in statement to the United Press declares its trust that it's mis- sionaries in Asiatic Turkey will escape massacre.
 Boston. April 28.-Testifying that her brother. Chester S. Jordan. is a victim of apoplectic insanity and should not be put on trial for killing his wife. Nettie Livermore. wife of the million aire New York plunger took the stand in the East Cambridge court here to- day.
 Lockport. N. H.. April 2S.-The Lock- port Rubber Works. located in the Old Holley Building on Locke street. was totally destroyed by fire to-day. Loss estimated at $200 GOO.
 Washington April 2S.-Returning from the Grant Birthday celebration, President Taft arrived in Washington at 4:30 o'clock this morning.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
Major Boudren Makes
 A Maiden" Speech

At the meeting of the Liberal Liter al and Debating Club, Monday even- ing. Major Thomas Boudren made a brief initiatory speech, which is one of the requirements of membership in the organization. Major Boudren ac- quilted himself in a satisfactory way and avoided the "heckling" to which maiden speakers are sometimes sub -,itted
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
MRS. LYONS WANTS
 $15,OOO FOR PROPERTY
Committee Takes Option for Three Months to Enable City to Purchase for Bridge Approach If It De SireS to.

The committee representing the city, appointed to secure a price on the piece of property on the south side of the east approach to the Congress street bridge, have secured an option on the property for three months from Mrs. Rose Lyons, the owner, at SIS. 900. The property has a 45 foot frontage on the harbor and runs to a point in Sterling street. The committee is composed Of W. T. Howes and Alder men Hartley and McMurray.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
CITY COURT CASES

Charles Shackett was arrested, last night, at his horne. 4S3 Newf1eld ave nue. on a charge of knocking his wife down with a curtain roller. The case was continued till tomorrow, in the city court, this morning.
 Willie Leonard. 12 years old, charged with stealing a bicycle will answer to the charge of theft tomorrow.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
TIE PARK CEMETERY

Iocated in North Bridgepore, on .as51s .anfly ridges. Carriage entrance Tfnd1ey street, or cars from Reservoir aeenue. Improved lots for sale on FIT terms Telephone 975, Charies G. GHIlette, Supt. at Cemetery, or City o.gce. s09 Court Exchange, Telephone
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
PRESIDENTS
 NOMINATIONS

Special from United Press1
 Washington, April 28.-The Presi- dent to day sent the following nom- nations to the Senate: To be U. S.. District Judge for the territory of Hawaii. Antonio Perry. of Hawaii. To be second Judge of the first court of Hawaii, William L. Whitney of Ha- Waii
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
PEOPLES CHURCH MEETING.

Former Mayor Thomas P. Taylor ing at the meeting of the members of the Peoples Presbyterian church, in Lincoln Hall. MT. Taylor will make an address pertinent to the welfare of the church. Reports of officers will be heard.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
BRIDGEPORT MEN CANDIDATES FOR
 RED MANS HONORS

At the meeting of Konckapotanauh tribe, No. 30. I. O. R. M, last evening arrangements were made by the Past Sachems for the journey to New Brit ain to attend the Great Sun Council of the order which meets in that place Wednesday, May 5th. Past Sachem Geo. H. Lee is a candidate for the of flee of Great Keeper of Wampum and P S., H. E. Wood is a candidate for the office of Great Junior Sagamore
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
THE ROWLAND
 DRY GOODS co.

ances from Washington that the Sen ate schedules will be passed as in the Payne tariff bill It is expected that the bfll as finally amended, will suit the steel men.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
TO CONSIDER RESOLUTION.

The Aldermanic Committee on Mis- cellaneous affairs will meet, to-mor- row evening to take up the matter of the resolution to investigate the board of Charities. offered by Alderman Cliff f~-d B Wills -n.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
ROYAL HEIR
 EXPECTED TO HOLLAND THRONE

fSpecial from United Press)
 The Hague April 2S--Doctors were Aaetily summoned to the palace this incoming to attend Queen Wilhelmena' vxhoee accouchement is expected to-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28

Bridgeport, Conn.,,
 Wednesday, April 2S, 1909. The Weather-Eair and colder t0- night; fair and warmer tomorrow.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28

Advertise in the Farmer.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-04-28
The Bad Effects of CONSTIPATION

Impure blood, offensive breath, heavy head, shortness of breath, bilious attacks, ftfu1 sleep, loss of appetite, feverish conditions, all come from one cause-Constipation.