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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
THREE TIRED OF LIFE DIE BY POISON
MISS SAFFORD FOUND
 HEX LOVER FALSE
She Also Selected End by Dose of Burn.
 ing Carb0iic Acid.

Middletown Conn.,. March 30.-Be- cause she learned that the man she was to marry this week already had a wife and six children, Miss Mary C. Stafford of Rockfall. in a fit of des- pondency, ended her fife Saturday aft ernoon by taking carbolfc acid.
 Miss Stafford, who was 43 years old kept house for her father. and they had as a boarder John Cramer, night watchman for the Rogers Manufactur- ing company. He had lived in Rock fall for about seven years and had for some time been attentive to Miss Saf- ford.
 About ten days ago her father learn ed that Cramer had a wife and six children. who are at present living in Philadelphia. AS soon as the fact be- came known. Cramer disappeared.
 Miss Stafford became very Respondent and Saturday evening about o'clock her father found her lying dead on her bed. with a bottle beside her that had contained carbolic acid.
 Cramer is about B years old. It is not known where he has gone.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
Nice hosiery.

At little price, there is some nice hosiery for wom- en. Nice of quality, nice of fit. In those delicate hues that are required to match the costumes of the season, too.
 Fine-texture lisle of mer- cerised finish, rich co1ors ranging from light yellow to deep catawba,-25c and 5Oc.
 Tan lisle or cotton in light and medium weight t,-25c to soc.
 Gossamerv 1isle of deep black: from that to medium heavy hsle,-25c to 50c.
 Cannon street aisTe. rear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
MRS. COLLIN TAXES
 CARBOLIC ACID She Was Despondent - Is Survived by Two Years Child.

While suffering from fit Of de- spondency. Mrs. Helen Collins, wife of Patrick Collins. s6 Clinton avenue, took a dose of carbolic acid. yesterday aft ernoon, sank into unconsciousness and died several hours later. at St. Vim cents hospital. It is believed by her family physician and her friends that Mrs. Collins was of unsound mind at the time she took the poison as she has been unwe1l for some time and was besides in delicate condit on. When she took the acid Mrs Collins was alone in the house. Late in the afternoon some girls who came to visit her, found her in her room with the curtains drawn. but did not disturb her. MT. Collins. who works in the plant of the Graphophone Co.,, return ed to his home at 5:3O o'clock and was mortified to discover his wife dying.
 Drs. Frank Quinn and Thomas F.
 Healey were called. They worked over Mrs. Collins for some time. but she did not regain consciousness. The emer- gericy ambulance was called and the patient removed to St. Vincent's hos pital, where she died about twenty minutes after her arrival, although every means was used to save her. Mrs. Collins was 26 years of age. She leaves a two year old baby. Two sis ters also survive. Mrs. John Began of this city, and Mrs. Healey of Brooklyn.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
THE ROWLAND DRY GOODS co.
INTEREST IN
 RETREAT FOR
 K. OF (. MEMBERS

Great interest is being taken by the manbers of the five local councils Of the Knights of Columbus, namely, Cor dova, Park City, Aragon, Cecil Calvert ana John F. Rogers. which include a total membership of over l coo in the retreat to be held at St. Augustine's church all of next week, starting Sum day evening. April 4th and conducted by the Apostolic Missionary band of Milford. The chaplains of the various councils will conduct the, benediction services. The order is as follows: Sum day. Rev. John F. Murphy of Park City Council; Monday, Rev. Will am H. Lynch, of Cecil Calvert Council: Tuesday, Rev. James B. Nfhtll of Cor dova Council; Wednesday, Rev Charles J. McElroy. of Aragon Coun4 ell; and Saturday. Rev. John F. CalIa- han, of John F. Rogers Council. This is the first retreat of its kind ever planned by the order in this city or in Connecticut. The retreat will be in the nature of a mission, and as all the missionary band are men of well known oratorical ability it will benefit the members of the organization to attend. This will also be very good chance for the members to fulfill their Easter obligations. The members Of all the councils will meet in the chap ter house on Main street, at o'clock Sunday evening. and march in a body to the church, where the center aisle will be reserved for them. The side aisies will be open to both sexes Of the general public,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
IN THE CITY COURT

Michael HuSsy was charged with the theft of a pocketbook containing $3, by Samuel Klinicl, dealer in ''old clo' '' Klinick said that he called at Tow ler's boarding house, AIS Main street, to do business. He was invited to Hussy's room to buy some rags. He took out his purse to pay Hussy a few cents for the purchase, when Hussy snatched his poczetbook and fired him down stairs. Hussev said he found the pocketbook on the $Sor after Kiln costs for the theft.
 Francis Lawlor and William A. Win slow were charged with drunkenness and breach of the peace. Patrolmen O'Neil and Bolger found the men fighting on Water street. Lawlor was allowed to go on suspended judgment and Winslow was fined s4 and costs.
 The case of George Sherlock charged with the theft of pair of shoes from a. dealer on Hallett street yesterday, was continued till tomorrow.
 Frank Vicario. charged with cruelty to animals, was held for the superior court in a bond of S25. He was ar rested by Patrolnnan Dempsey for beating his horse with shovel on the dump near Holmes & Edwards shop, Seaview avenue.
 The case of Samuel Weistein. charg- ed with a violation of the ordinance concerning the inspection of meat, was continued till April 8.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30

DIED
 oUERHBCK-1n this city, on Tuesday. 1Earoh- sch, 1909, Mary J., wife of 4eter Oberbeck. aged 50 years. 1kenths. 31 days.
 funeral from her late residence, No s11 Ogden street, on Friday. April 9nN. at e:3e Q. m. ana rom St. Eiohaera church at q. m.
 -lntsrment It St. Michaers eeme- eoRSaAM.-In wilton. March 2s. An Grew Bennett Gorham, M. D., aged 2 -Fnneral services at the residence oE the deceased in Wilton at Il a. m. this city, March 2s. 1909. 1ulfa, wife of Patrick Collins, aged
 -Ffiends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence. s5 A at 8:30 a- m., and from St. Peters s church at 2 9. m. ..
 -Intsrment at St. Michaers ceme- tery, 90 b soNNo4Lx-In Middletown, Conn, March 2s. 1909. Ann. widow of Pat .5s -Eriends are invited to attend the funeral services at the undertaking parlors of Culiinan & Mullins, We'd nnoday, March 31 at 9:S0 q. m., and from 6acrad Heart church at 10 e. m. E Roqufem high mass at Sacred Heart churrh Thursday at a. m.
 -Tnterment at St. MichaePs ceme- <n~S~ az bIYDENDURcH.-In this city, March n. 1909, Charles A. Blydenburgh. n9ed 30 years. 10 months. $ Friends are invited to attend the funeral at his late residence, S9 Bum nou street. on Wednesday, March 31, Burial in Lakeview Cemetery. !. this city. March 29,, 1903, Mrs. Ann O'Leary.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, NO. 66s Myrtle avenue, on Wednesday morning, March 31st. at S:3Q a. m and from Sacred Heart church at g E a. m.
 -Interment at St. Michaers ceme- tery. s 29b* M'CIE-In this city, March 18th, 1909. John a. sMcCue-
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence. No. 1s7 Hamilton street, on Wednesday,, March B. at 8c30 a. m., and from St. Mary's church at g a. m-
 -Interment at St. MichaePs ceme- tery. s 29 b
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
VIDA LOCKED UP
 ON A ISLANDER SUIT
He Said Organist Gall Stole Coal from the Church Where Sales was Elm ployed.

Charles Vida was acommitted on a body writ this morning, and taken to the jail to await the decision in the suit of Anthony Gall against him for damages of $100. The writ calls for security of $150. Justice Merritt issued the writ, in the absence of Justice F. L. Wilder before whom the suit is re- turnable, April 8. Gall claims that Vida accused him falsely of stealing coal from Polish church in this city, security of $50. Justice Merritt issued Vida sticks to his first statement that he saw the organist stealing the coal from the church. The trial will fur nish excitement for a large circle of the foreign born population of the West End.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
THIS MANS DAUGHTER
 STELLA WAS VERY ILL
He Could not Endure to be Without Her and Swallowed CYanide.

Niantic. March 3O.-D. E Stone. 50 years old, a farmer, committed suicide yesterday by taking cyanide of potas- siun at his home on the Spiritualist camp-Rround here. MT. Stone had been Respondent for the past few days over the illness of his daughter, Stella, who is in the New Haven hospital and dur ing the day remained in his room. His wife fearing that he was i'll calle7 pr. G. M, Barrett who on his arrival went to Stones room. The door was lock d and when the doctor called Stones name he was answered by a shot from a revolver, the bullet crashing through the lower part of the door. A deputy sheriff was called and accompanied by Dr. Barrett they returned.
 Breaking into the room they found Stone lying dead on a bed. small glass lying on a table near the bed and a package which had contained the poison lying on a bureau. The revolver was found on the bed near Stones left hand.
 He leaves a widow and seven chill dren. and previous to his coming here lived in Cheshire.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
KEEGAN'S $75 IS
 ATTACHED FOR $4OO
Creditors Hasten to Garnish Attorney Fallon for Bal ance Said to Remain in His Hands.

The creditors of James F. KeeEan have served Attorney F. B. Fallon with three attachments for money belonging to keegan which is supposed now to be in the attorneys hands. The at tachments began to come in after Keegan had made his charges against the attorney before the grievance com n1ittee of the Fairfield county bar. Keegan claimed S10O as due him, but the attorney refused to raise his offer of $75 which amount now remains iiu Attorney Fallon's possession. The first attachment was made by Sarah C.. Porter for $2OO. Then came James H. O'Rourke. who asks for attorney fees to the amount of $100. There is an- other attachment for S100. Sheriff Beck served the papers. So far there are attachments to the amount of $4O0 on the $75 he'd by Attorney Fallon.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
Deaths and Funerals,

The funeral of Albert J. Olmstead who died at the Bridgeport Hospitals after an illness extending over three weeks. with pneumonia was held this afternoon from the undertaking par lors of Henry E. Bishop, State street. Rev. William Stoskoff, rector of Trim tty Episcopal church officiating. The interment was in Park cemetery.
 The funeral of Eurilla Boodry, widow of Charles L. Boodry, was held this afternoon from the undertaking par lors of Henry E. Bishop, on State street, Rev. F. A. Dillingham;, pastor of the Church of the Redeemer. read- ing the services. The interment wal in Park cemetery.
 The many friends and relatives of Ella M., wife of Frederick c. Blood, will be painedl to hear of her death. which occurred last evening at her home, 28O Laurel avenue, after an ill- ness extending over eight weeks. Be. sides her husband the deceased is sur. vived by one son, Irving R. Blood.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
No More PILE s
No Matter How Bad Your Case Is Or How Long You Have Had It, Pyramid
 Pile Cure Can Cure It.

Free Package Sent to Prove It.
 Half of the suffering and torture of piles has never been told. Whether your particular case of piles is almost too excruciating for any mortal to bear, or if you are fearfully tantalized by unreachable itching and bleeding or whether you have only a moderate case of piles, there is positive relief, and quick too, in Pyramid Pile Cure.
 You need not take for granted all we say about our Pile Remedy. We want it to speak for itself.
 That is why we say to every person suffering from piles or any form of rectal disease, send us your name and address and we will gladly send you a free trial package of the marvellous Pyramid Pile Cure. After using the trial you will hurry to your nearest druggist and get 50 cent box of Py- ramid Pile Cure, now admitted by thousands to be one of the mo won- derful reliefs and cures for Piles ever known.
 Instant relief can be gotten by us- ing the marvellous Pyramid Pile Cure It immediately reduces all congestion and swelling, heals all sores, ulcers and irritated parts. It renders an op- eration absolutely unnecessary
 Send your name and address today for free trial package to Pyramid Drug Co, 13S Pyramid Bldg. Mar shall, Mich.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
Correct fashions Tn costumes are really beautiful.

There is a peculiar grace and lissomeness to the new costumes. Whether or not it be true that their inspira- tion was drawn from the costumes of the Merovingi- an dynasty in the early his tory of France, they are truly attractive. Their straight lines with just the hint of a curve here and there; their effect of slender ness and height; their tone which seems to partake of both the Grecian and Direc- toire schools;-all are res ponsible for what the French call a delightful en- semble.
 With these lines and in- spiration, there is combined use of handsome fabrics. Not handsome alone in hue but handsome of finish and of texture. Then, too, there is artistic use of decorative material. Just a bit of trimming here and there; a touch of color now and again; and the costume has an air of distinction and of grace that is unique and genuinely satisfying.
 Yet this combination is spread before Bridgeport women at very-fair prices in the present Rowland collec- tion. There are such cos tunes at as low as $25. From that, price-range runs to as high a point as one may de- sire.
 This Rowland collection is an ever-changing one. Cos tunes come, only to be whisked away almost before the sales-folks know what they look like. It is a deci- sive tribute to the art of American makers that their costumes are so quickly ap- nreciated and purchased. Rut other new ones come daily. You will bn delight- ed with them. Come and view them.
 Second floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
GIRL OF IT YEARS SUICIDES WITH
 CARBOLIC ACID

May Dempsey, r years old, took carbolic acid with suicidal intent, this noon at the home of her parents, MT. and Mrs. Patrick J. Dempsey, 451 Pop lar street. The emergency ambulance was called and Dr. Kreuse administer ed antidotes. Then the girl was rush ed to St. Vincerlt's hospital where she was scarcely breathing at o'clock. No cause was assigned for the rash act by her relatives.
 Everyone about the house was too excited to give information and the mother was frantic with grief
 The case was one which called for quick and strenuous action and the efforts of the surgeon were severely criticized by the excited people who had gathered out of curiosity.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
PENSION FOR
 ABIGAIL LOVEJOY

Hartford, March 30-The Senate to- day voted to grant an annual pension of $144, payable monthly in install ments of SIP, to Abigail Lovejoy, of Bridgeport, whose husband died from injuries received while in the service of the State.
 The claim of Peter Hummel, the Bridgeport barber, and former mem- Der of the State Board of Barbers' Examiners, for $205 for services rem dered as an examiner, was rejected in the House today.
 Representative Bartlett of Bridge port, of the Judiciary committee, in explaining the claim, told the House that the attorney general had inform ed him that any claims for services held by MT. Hummel should be paid by the Examining Board, as under the law it was stipulated that expenses of this character should be paid from fees collected from the barbers.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
HORSE DEAL ENDS
 IN A LAW SUIT

w. E. Marsh, dealer in safes at 192 Fairfield avenue. has brought SUI t against Roper Warehouse, fish dealer, 593 East Main street, to recover for a check of $50 or which Warehouse stopped payment. Warehouse bought a horse, carriage and harness of Mersh and made payment, partly in cash and partly in a check for $50. Later Water house concluded that he did not make { good bargain as he had hoped and stopped payment on the check. The suit is to recover for the check. The deposit of the defendant in a local savings bank has been garnished to cover the suit.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
MECCA FOR HAT BUYERS

The w. F. Hafligan millinery estab- lishment at 9S9 Broad street, opposite City Hall, is today proving the Mecca for seekers of exclusive styles in mil linery. Opening day drew large number of discriminating purchasers. The Halligan millinery has long been a. byword for exclusive designs in the latest fashion, the highest quality of materials and first class workmanship. The usual good state of the firm is in evidence. and the establishment, with it's attractive furnishings, competent salesladies, and artistic millinery will undoubtedly be popular shop for the next few days.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
HEARING WILL BE HELD BEFORE BLOCK
 IS PUT DOWN

Belgian block pavement will not be laid on the east side of Housatonic avenue between East Washington ave- nue and Wall street until public hearing has been held on the matter. The sum of g. 800 for this work was provided by the Board of Apportion- ment but the street committee has de- cided to ask for a hearing uron the matter with the idea of asS0s ing abut- ting property owners. The railr ad company owns one entire side of the street and the aldermen are figuring whether or not they can collect from the railroad for the improvement.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30

BLOOD-In this city, on Monday, March 29th. 1909, Ella M., wife of Frederick c. Blood, aged AS years, ? months, 29 days.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, No. 2S0 Laurel avenue, on Thursday, April list, at p. m.
 -Interment at Nichols. Conn.
 30 DOwLING-An anniversary requiem mass for the repose of the soul of the late Joseph M- Bowling of 7l7 Noble avenue will be celebrated at St. Charles church. Thursday morn ing, April 1. at 7:3e. All friends of the deceased are requested to at tend. ae
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
'sBO" ROONEY MADE
 HIMSELF AT HOME

Dennis Burns appeared at police headquarters this morning with a beautifully decorated eye, which he said had been administered by "Bo' Rooney. Burns said he returned home, 947 Broad street. last night to find ''Bo'' occupying his accustomed pace in the household. "Bo'' assaulted h m with a heavy instrument and beat him about the head. he alleged.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
Weather Indications.
.fspecial fron ITnited Press !

Especial from United Press.)
 New Haven, March 30.-Forecast: Fair tonight and Wednesday.
 There is no well defined storm area east of the Rocky Mountains but the pressure is below the normal at the northern and eastern sections and snow flurries are occurring in the Lake region and light local showers along the coast. The pressire is high be- tween the Mississippi river and the Rocky Mountains
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
KING THREATENED
 WITH OPERATION
Leader of "Young" Repub- ican Forces III With Ap- pendicitis.

John T. King was reported as suf- fering from an attack of appendicitis this morning and his attending physi- clan was of an opinion that an opera tion would be necessary this evening if there was no change for the bet ter. At the home of MT. King this noon it was stated that he was much improved in his condition and that it was believed that an operation would not be necessary.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
GRANTED DIVORCE
 AND ALIMONY

Winsted. March 3O.-Judge Curtis in the Superior court to-day granted a divorce and $12,000 alimony to Grace Brian Lewis from her husband, Charles w. Lewis. wealthy Torrington manu- facturer. Mrs. Lewis in her petition, charged her. husband with cruelty and stated that he had frequently thre t h. ed to kill her while in an intoxicated state. Her testimony was corroborated by a hospital nurse.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
CULvERTS TO BE BUILT.

Work will be commenced next week upon the 5000 culvert which the city will build of concrete across Pembroke lake at Arctic street. The structure will be of concrete construction.
 Director Riltz will also Suild cul- verts this spring in Alpine street, Eos ter Square, and in Boston avenue be- tween Noble avenue and East Main street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
Girls gloves.

From little bits of tiny girls to big girls, all may find gloves with little trou- ble. In tan and in white, the right colors for girls. Girls 'as big as Mamma" can, of course, choose from the col lection of women's gloves.
 For such big girls, best glove of all at medium price is the Princess Victoria. This is the stores own spe- cial glove made in France from real kidskin. 'Tis on a model that insures snug but comfortable fit. It is nicely-made and is ready in all the liked colors,-$1.
 Girls chamois gloves in natural color. Fasten with button. Novel and effective. -$1.
 Little girls pioue seam gloves of tan. Even littlest hands can be fitted. Cute, indepd.-S1.
 Silk gloves, white or tan, double-tip fingers,-5Oc.
 Cannon street aisle. rear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
BOLD ROBBERY IN
 BROAD DAYLIGHT

The rooms of George B. Sheriden. 513 Brooks street, were entered with a skeleton key. while Mrs. Sheriden was out yesterday afternoon and a go d watch, two gold chains. sever other pieces of jewelry. and s31 in money were stolen. The theft occurred be- tween 1 and o'clock
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
Exclusive wall-. papers at a bargain.

This wallpaper shop has been saving money for folks who know a true economy chance.
 |. It is going to save more. Going to do it, this time, for folks who want the finest pa.ners that are to be had. Here are fine patterns in exclusive 22-inch papers. They are beautiful, refin- ed. of rare taste.
 They are perfect papers for reception-hall or dining. hall; are splendid of both color and design.
 Their price has been $1.80 to $2 a double roll.
 Wednesday morning they are placed on sale at
 $I.2O Not a bit of need to point out the importance of the opportunity. Of course,you will be prompt if such an of ferlng IS of interest to you.
 Third floor.
 THE ROWLAND i DRY GOODS cn
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30

The police have been asked to find a baby carriage worth S25 stolen from the sidewalk in front of Wissner's piano store on Main street. Saturday afternoon. at o'clock The carriage is the property of Mrs. Fre1ar'ck Stearns. FPS Hancock avenue. Mrs. Stearns left it on the sidewalk while she was making purchases in a nearby store. The child which had occupied the carriage had been taken into the store.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
A1l-silk voils--6Oc!

A really amazing offer. Rich and handsome all, silk voile of deep beautiful black
 Woven in plain effect or with rich checks and stripes. Fine quality and worth, conservatively, $1.25 yard,
 6Oc
 Opposite elevator
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
ANOTHER COAL CONFERENCE APRIL

Special from United Press.)
 New York. March 30.-It was an- uouncad t>-dav that the second con- ference between the hard coal opera tors and .he miners will probably be held in Philadelphia on April st which time the latest demands of ths United Mine Workers will be pre=ent- ed. Here in New York it is generally accepted that there will be shut down of many of the important mines within the very near future no matter what decision is reached.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-03-30
HoWLAND'S
Rough pongee--39c.

 Fashionable fabric which is largely silk and which is to be had at les than it's usu- al price.
 Attractive weave. Ex- ce1llent co1ors. Good width It measures 24 inches wide. Color range includes brown black blue natural wisteria navy jasper gold leather green and olive green.
 Worth 50 cents yard.-
 3oc
 Center aisle. rear.