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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
serters AlsaxA Sa.lor.

During Grants 6rst term his secre- 'tary of the navy. Borie. for time turned the actual administration over to Admiral Porter. Admiral Porter was ! sailor in the strict etymologicai sense of the term in that he believed there was nothing like sails. As soon as he was in authority he caused the four bladed propellers of x the vessels to be removed and replaced by two biade6 ones in order that the ships might maneurer better under sail. The Inefnc1ency thereby brought about is., of couFse. apparent to any engineer. as the size of the propeller opening. was fixed and the, two bladed screw could not be made large enough. A few years Iatersin . report to the department he actually clainled that the vessels were faaket under. steam with the mutilated screws. The. facts. of course. were just the revere. and when his influence be- came less prpper propeliers were again fitted. This was when heswas still in his prime and bis judgment was. at least. not impaired by age. About twenty. years later. when the Roach cruisers were being built. the dear old man. then over seventy, went before the .navai sommittse and said that the plans of these vessels were wrong be cause they had only auxiliary sail power. In his judgment they should have been given full sail power with steam n m auxiliary. He was still a sailort The world had not moved for him. Engineering Magazine. &
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
Xicissifudes of a Picture.

The vicissitudes of Leonardo da Vincis picture, Last Supper" re- minds a correspondent of the strange experiences of Holbein's "Field of the Cloth of Gold" which may be seen any day at Hampton Court palace. After the downfall of Charles l., Crom- well in order to raise funds proposed the sale of certain pictures, this among the number. The bargain was already made, but when the would be pur- chaser came to inspect Holbein's mas terpiece he discovered that the head of Henry VIII. had been cut from the canvas. He naturally withdrew his offer, and the picture was preserved to the nation. On the restoration a nobleman confessed to having com mitted the theft for love of art and his country. and he returned the missing head. which now occupies its original position in the canvas The circle made by the knife is still plainly visi- ble.-London Chronicle.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
The Shiilaiah.'

The shiIlalah owes its name to the fact that the finest specimens thereof used to be grown in the pleasant groves of trees that formerly flourish ed In the barony of Shillalagh. in County Wicklow. The best shillalab must be a root sprung sapling. for one taken from the branches of full growD tree would lack the necessary toughness. Being trimmed and brought to hand." the young stick undergoes preparatory discipline by being placed in the chimney to season, thus becoming early acclimatized to the hot work in store for 1t. This part of the curriculum finished. it is rub bed until completely saturated with
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
Hot Scotch.

The young wife dipped the ladle into the porridge and smiled inquiringly at the overnight guest.
 twill you have some hot Scotch, MT Dash?' she asked. Dash laughed.
 "Hot Scotch? Where Is it?'' said he. ."Why, here, of course" said the young wife in perplexed tone Didn't you know that oatmeal is called hot Scotch?"
 "Er-I"- Dash stammered. and then the young husband caught his eye.and he was silent.
 q didn't know it myself till last year." she explained. 'T heard George inviting his cousin over the telephone to meet him at the office and have a hot Scotch. I didn't know what hot Scotch was till you told me. did I, George?"
 George. very red, answered huskily: ''No. my dear.''
 Laughing at her own ignorance. the lady proceeded to serve the thick. pale hot Scotch.-New Orleans Times-Dem- Ocrat
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
The Wise Eskimos.

Everything in the Eskimo dress has a reason for its existence. writes Cap tain Roafd Annundsen in "The North west Passage" The members of Cap tafn Amundsen's expeditions had be- come accustomed to the Eskimo dress and had adopted 1t. but many of them thought 1t ridiculous for grown up ,nen to 70 about wearing fringe to their clothes. so they cut It on. : had my scruples about this. says the anfI,or. as had already learned that most things In the Eskimo's clothing . .,,d ofher arrangements had their dis tsrcf u1eaning and purpose. so kept - frfnce and put up with the ridi- ess1e " TT ~ helt Nho laughs last
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
Only aLetter Out.

'Talk about scholards." said the proud Sam Smith. Listen to my lit- tie lad talk about grammar. Tommy, what gender is thy faytherY Masculine said the learned Tom my.
 "Bean't it wonnerfur' said the proud father. "And thy mither, Tom my?"
 Feminine" replied the erudite ju- ,venile
 Hear that agenr' cried the delight ed father. "An', moo, Tommy" he proceeded, picking up the family tea pot, what gender is this?" "Neuter." said Tommy. Sam's face fell. "Well, well" he exclaimed, tits allus the way. Still. not but what the little lad was far oot. He only said neuter stead of pewter, that's a'v-London Tit-Bits.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
BULGARIA WILL RESUME
 NEGOTIATIONS Will Send Representative to Porte For Settlement of Indemnity Dispute
 With Turkey.
(special from United, Press

Especial from United Press.)
 Sophia, Jan. 29.-It is unoficially stated to-day that Bulgaria will send a representative to Constantinople within the next AS hours to resume ne- gotiations with the Porte for the set clement of the indemnity dispute. Pre- rnier Malinoff is believed to have re- ceived assurances that Turkey will not debate the question. of the readjust- ment of the Turko-Bulgarian boundary but is ready to come to an imme- diate agreement of an indemnity basis alone.
 A more hopeful tone prevails to-day which is alleged to be due to the quick action of the powers in showing their displeasure at Bulgaria's delay.
 The attitude of the larger powers has become serious since the dispute has continued unsettled. It is under stood that Bulgaria has agreed to pay Turkey $2O,O00,000 which is $10,000.000 under Turkeys recent demand.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
MINOR MYSTERY BOTnERS FOX

Complaint was made at headquarters this morning that Mallette's dry goods store, Pembroke and Walter streets, had been broken into last night. De- tective Fox inspected the premises and found quantity of blood on the floor, but no indication that anything had been stolen. The store has been sold out and the goods are being removed.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
Resentment.

An old toper. being very hard up. went into his favorite bar and asked the publican for glass Ion tick.'
 'tNo." said the proprietor, Il won't give you whisky on credit. but there's sfxpence. Now, what do you want ?" s Nothing here." replied the tippler. lifting the coin and putting it in his pocket 7 .The man who refuses me credit won't get my ready cash" and with an elevated nose he marched out at the door.-London Telegraph.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29

oil, after which 1t is securely wrapped in stout sheet of brown paper and buried In a convenient hotbed At this stage of it's developments 1t is an object of unceasing watchfulness on the part of its proprietor. who to fore stall any detrimental warp in the ob- ject of his care visits 1t daily. correct ing any youthful tendency to depart from straight line and ultimately se- curing as straight bit of timber as heart could desire.-New York Trib- une. .f ssa-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
ANNIE ANGUS GOES TO NEW JERSEY

A sister of Annie Angus who was ta- ken to headquarters yesterday, came to this city. to-day and took charge of the girl The sisters left for Woodbridge N J., this morning. Miss Angus is subject ta fits of alteration and is not responsible for her actions at such times The girl is said to be tractable. She simply acts strangely at times and gives her friends trouble. She will live with her sister in the New Jersey home
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
Knew All About ceoroe.

Do you know. my daughter, that every name means something2 For fn- stance. Charles means brave, William resolute, George"-
 "On. I know what George means, mother"
 "Well. what is it?''
 George means business. He told me so last night"-Chicago Inter. Ocean.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
DIED AT ASYLUM IN. MlDDLETOWN

Investigator Alex Morrissey, who took Kate Poulinski from Lakev1ew Home to the insane asylum at Middle town, yesterday. brought back the re- mains of Mrs Caroline Koch of this city who has been an inmate of the institution for about year. She was S6 years of age. She leaves daugh- ter, Lizzie Koch who lives on North avenue.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
SICILlAN LOOSES RIGHT HAND FINGERS

The ambulance was called to the fac tory 'of the H. O. Canheld Co.,. at o'clock yesterday afternoon where Louis Sisilion had been caught in a gearing. pr. Krause amputated the first and third fingers of the patients right hand
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
Apt Pupil,

Friend-You took your son into your establishment some months ago to teach him the business, understand How did 1t turn out?
 Business Man (wearfly)-Great suc- cess! He's teaching me now.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
MIXED ORDERS CAUSE COLLISION
 AND ONE DEATH
Freight Smash Upon B. < A. Near North
 Wilbraham Early Th.s Morning.
Special from United Press.)

Especial from United Press.l
 Springfield, Mass, Jan. 29.-Misinter- preted orders were responsible for a serious wreck on the Boston & Albany Railroad near Moran's Bridge, North Wilbrahann, near here this morning about 2 in wkich Brakeman John A. Vanderburgh of this city lost his life, much property damage was done, and traffic in both directions was delayed several hours
 Both lines were blocked until noon Vanderburgh's body was found pin ned beneath the wreckage of the first il ain ani was not recovered for full ,y three hours after the collision oe- cured. The accident was caused by a loco motive with a caboose smashing into 8 fl eight train that was just coming from a siding.
 DATnT. fhe ralar hta castor Nf1 0N
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
The Soft Answer,

He-Artists say that five feet four is the divine height for women. His Darling (erossly)-YOu know. I am five feet nine. He (quickly)-You are more than divine. my dear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29

One fine day the anovaks. a sort of tunic reaching below the knee. made of deerskin. from which the fringes had been cut off. commenced to curl up. and If the fringe had not been put Oh. again quickly they would soon have looked like neckties.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
Nothinu.

Mature plans well for emankind's needs"
 'T should say so What could be more convenient than ears to hook spectacIes Washington Herald
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29

Laws catch flies and let hornets go free.-Anacharsis.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
Deaths and Funerals.

The funeral of Mrs. Ellen Tl Elm mons, wife of Levi S. Ehnmons, was held this afternoon from the residence, 244 Gilbert street, at o'clock, Rev George M. Brown, pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal church, officiat- ing. Lnterment was in Lakeview cemetery.
 The remains of Joseph H. Lutz arr rived this afternoon on the 1:49 train, and were immediately conveyed to Mountain Grove cemetery for burial The remains were met at the station by delegations from Corinthian lodge F. & A. M.: Joseph Dowdall lodge, K of F., and Arcanum lodge, I. O. O. F. Services at the grave were conducted by Corinthian lodge with full Masonic rites. Rev. Henry A. Davenports pas tor of the Peoples Presbyterian church. read the committal services.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29

a dollar a day more if he would become good natured.--AtchisOn Globe
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29

Advertise in the Farmer.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29
WILL ADMITTED.

The will of the late Mary K. Fftz- gerald was admitted to probate this morning. John l.. Morrissey qualified as executor. and John Heaphy and Patrick Ryan as administrators.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-01-29

PALOL, the palatable castor oil on saie at all drug stores. Utstk
Arizona republican., 1909-05-24

A Large Lot of Plain and Novelty Rajah SiIks-Including checks, plaids and stripes in desirable color combi- nations, always sold at 75c-in this sale, yard .........--....--.- 4Sc 34-nch Shantung Ponsee-An excel lent S1.25 grade, suitable for cool summer costumes-sale price, per price SOC 27-nch Taffeta Silk-The very best $100 article, absolutely reliable, in black, white and plenty of good col ors-in this sale. yard ......... .69c Genuine 75c Satin Foulards- inch. in a splendid assortment of latest patterns and colorings-during this sale. yard 59c One Lot of Fancy Dress Silks-$1OO and S1.25 kinds; Taffeta, Mesaline and Louisine Silks in checks and stripes-during this sale at, yd. 59c
Arizona republican., 1909-05-24

20-inch China Silk-In black, white and colors, regular 35c quality-sale price, yard .............-.... .23c 75c Bengaline SiIk-In staple and fashionable spring shades-in this sale at, yard 5Sc 36-inch Jap Silk-A 75c grade that gives satisfaction, black or white during this sale, yard. 59c All Our 65c and 75c Taffeta Silks Every color you want-during this sale at, yard ......4 .49c Shepherd Check Taffeta Silks-Black and blue and white in different size checks, regular 75c qualities-in this sale at, yard .............5 59c Regular s1.0o Quality Mohair SciIan -44 inches wide; black. white and colors, a rich, lustrous fabric-in this sale at, yard .75c
Arizona republican., 1909-05-24
Silks and Dress Goods

The Best Yard Wide Black Taffeta at $1.50 is the one made expressly for the New York Store and guaranteed by this store not to split nor to break within 6 months-in this sale at, yard ........ ..........-.....S 1.19 Printed China and Taffeta Silk Dainty floral designs, regular values from soc to s100-in this sale at .'.....- FhlOG 27-inch China Silk-In black, white and a host of desirable colors, always sold at 50c-in this sale, yard 39C 36-inch Lustrous Mohair-In black and cream, fine dust-shedder and well worth 50c-in this sale, per yard ........-.. 39c A Large Lot of Striped Light Weight Batiste-In self-colored and fancy eff fleets. 42 inches wide, actual s1.25 values-during this sale, yard. S9c
Arizona republican., 1909-05-24
Linens and Bedding

7o-inch Full BIeached Table Dam ask-AbOut 10 pieces in a good as sortment of patterns, well worth $1.00-in this sale, yard. .6Sc BIeached Turkish Towels-Fringed, soft and fluffy, the right size for face use-in this sale, each lOc BIeached Table Damask-60-inch pretty floral designs, cheap at 25c sale price, yard .........19c Regular 25c Turkish Towels-Full size, hemmed, pure white, slightly imperfect-in this sale, each 1Sc 18-inch Linen Crash-Real absorb ent, strictly pure linen. a daisy at 12hc-in this sale, yard. s 1-2c Fringed Table CIoths-Turlley red, 10-4 size, bought to sell at $1.00- sale price, each ...-..-.......6 .6Sc
Arizona republican., 1909-05-24
LINGERIE DRESSES

White and colors, this very seasons productions, unex- celled in point of material and workmanship. Fifth Ave, N. Y, tailors contrib uted the majority of these all exact copies of imported models-positively the largest variety ever shown by a Phoenix concern. Regular prices from $750 to $45.
Arizona republican., 1909-05-24

Finest $1.5o Table Damask-A great many new patterns of pur- est linen, 72 inches wide, pure white-during this sale, yard. ...
 ...... .-....... ........S1.15 Large Pure Linen Huck Towels Satin finished, hemstitched ends, all white, the best 25c towel in the market-sale price, each ...19c 3-4 Size Linen Napkins-Full bleached, various pretty designs. S1.75 values-sale price. per uOZeH .-..-...... .AS Half Bleached Table Damask-7O- inch, good line of desirable de- signs, banner 65c values-in this sale, yard .4Sc
Arizona republican., 1909-05-24
|sCo4 4RT ON ALL OTHER ITEMS

"Mennen's" 25c Box Taicum Pow
 der ....... ......-..--.-S 1-3c 25c Solid Back Clothes Brushes for .......... -....-...I TIC
 Women's 25c Fitform Hose Sup porters, black and colors. .....1 .17c 25c and 35c Barrettes ........1 .19c 65c and 75c Back Combs. ....49c
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1909-04-24

accompanied by Detective Lou Mum
cic.
Mr. Sheriff." said Murray. 81 have
come for Meagher. Here are my pa
pers."
I'm afraid we're going to have
lot of trouble with that fellow" re-
marked the sheriff. who was greatly
excited.
whats wrong with Meagher?" in
CURED Murray.
He's armed, he's got up to the
fourth floor, the top tier Of cells, and
says he will kill any one who goes
near him." responded the sheriff in
agitated accents, wiping the perspira-
ton from his forehead. Il tell you
he's a desperate man, Mr.. Murray,
and he'll keep his word
That's your business" said Muir
ray. Kindly produce the prisoner"
Come down, Meagher,' piped the
sheriff. in trembling tones.
Meaghcr spat viciously and bonn
barded the speaker with a volley of
virulent oaths. Come up here and
get me-" he roared. "I'll kill the first
man that sets foot on these stairs"
Now YOU can see how it is for
yourself appealed the sheriff to Muir
ray.
"All | know is that there sits Meagh-
or and | want him." replied that in
exorable gentleman. Here are my
documents, so do your duty"
The unhappy sheriff, thus caught be-
tween the devil aud the deep sea,
swore frantically. Il know what my
duty is, all right" he said pathetically
but amt anxious TO be shot like a
dog. or see anyone else murdered
either"
Murray was losing patience. IL was
evident that the sheriff would not try
to get Meagher. and also that the
prisoner was playing for time. and
the purpose of it probably was that
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1909-04-24
1T WAS NOT HER BACK.
Woman Had No Idea Of Being Proxy
for Medical Treatment.

A missionary. discoursing upon
India, told of a woman who had come
to her complaining Of very sore
hack and desired that she pray for its
cure. This Mrs. Jackson did, but the
woman again appeared before her and
declared that the back was still In
bad condition. Mrs. Jackson advised
the use of an application Of iodine.
and brought out bottle Of the drug
to apply upon the afflicted part of the
woman's anatomy. But she regarded
the bottle suspiciously and acted as
though it would hurt her were she to
use it, To allay her fears upon this
score Mrs. Jackson applied some OF
the drug to her own finger and showed
her that 1t would not burn, and that
she had better allow her to put some
of it upon her back.
But" said the woman, ut would
do no good"
"How SOP" inquired Mrs. Jackson.
alphabetically.
Because" replied the woman. 1T 10
my old mans back that is sore"
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1909-04-24

hand of rufiian whose uncrring aim
had sent more than one human soul
to the great Judgment Seat in The
past, was covering him with fatal ac-
curacy. The spirit of death was how
ering in the air.
Murray's voice had lost none of its
habitual GOODNESS as he answered the
desperado's challenge There's no
need for getting excited. Frank" he
said. I'm not coming up. just want
to talk to you so that everybody won't
hear"
Meagher had risen to his feet and
stood at the top Of the stair. looking
down upon the man just below him.
The sheriff grew suddenly valorous.
Come down. Meagher. or I'll shoot"
he cried, shrilly.
Shoot, blast you." responded
Meagher, vigorously. I'D rather be
shot here than hung in Canada"
There was moments silence, and
Murray heard Detective Muncie advis-
ing the sheriff to quit making noise.
You just shut up, sheriff, and leave
he continued. addressing the prisoner,
you know you won't be hung. Dain
lived over year You know you've
got to come. You might kill me, but
you'd have to go all the same
While speaking. Murray mounted
the steps slowly, until he stood with.
in ten feet of Meagher, who pointed
the revolver full in his face.
Stop" he commanded. harshly.
stay where you are. Don't move an
inch Closer
Murray paused and stared unfiinch.
ingly at the outlaw. He knew that
never in his life had death loomed
nearer than at that moment. Meagh-
ers eye was cold and hard, yet as it
glared at him he fancied that he could
read something of curiosity In its muir
derous. merciless depths. Neither
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1909-04-24

he knew an attempt would be made to
rescue him. From the fact that he
had gained possession of revolver
and club, it was easy to surmise that
some OF his friends were scheming TO
aid him. He thought of that 4:35
train, and turned 70 the sheriff.
Just open that gate" he said, crisp
ly; Il want to speak to him."
Don't. don't" implored the sher-
if. He'll kill you sure! Remember,
warn YOU"
Murray looked at him grimly.
open that gate" he said. I'm go
ing in there"
Yielding to the power of the others
determined will, the sheriff threw
open the gate and Murray, without
the slightest trace of nervousness,
stepped inside and walked upstairs.
When he reached the first landing the
prisoners voice rang out. sharp, tense
and replete with deadly menace:
Stop right there, Murray; don't
you come near mel"
Murray halted. The shining bar.
rel OF the revolver. gripped in the
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1909-04-24
/ZUpRAY N2LERED HZT 70 CDA<lT
OZ7 THE /IOXE.Y MtERE NE J7OQD

more than you do, but I'm not any
more afraid than you are"
There was no response. Murrays
mind worked swiftly. The prisoners
silence was uncanny. Perhaps he
might shoot or bring the club down
with splintering force on the back of
his head. Still the detective sat, with
out moving, gazing steadily down the
stairs. Finally Meagher spoke soft
ly, almost in whisper
You're a game fellow, Murray" he
said. "I'll not go with Muncie, but
I'll go with you, if you get me that
suit of clothes"
He stepped down and surrendered
the club and gun into Murray's hands,
and they walked side by side into the
Office. Meagher spat contemptuously
at the sheriff, swore at Muncie, and
glanced at the clock 1t was Just four.
and smile fitted over his face. He
donned the suit of clothes, Murray
slipped the handouts on him, and, ac.
companied by Muncie, captor and cap.
tured entered a closed carriage which
was driven at a gallop to the railroad
station. AS the party alighted the
train was making ready to go.
A second carriage drove up, and
from thence alighted Red Jim Car
roll, Joe Dubuque, and two other we'll
known crooks. Murray and Muncie
hastily boarded the train with their
prisoner between them. AS the cars
began to move, third carriage drove
furiously up to the station, but the
occupants did not emerge, probably
seeing that they had missed the train.
Red Jim Carroll and his three COM
panions. however. had climbed aboard
in safety.
Murray's quick eye caught sight OF
them entering another car, and he
nudged Muncie with his elbow.
did you see those fellows?" he
asked. Muncie nodded.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1909-04-24
By GEO. T. PARDY |

ing the outcome of the case, and had
been informed of a conditional par
don and the case going against him.
lie was what is known as a bad
man" in every sense of the epithet.
Three times in his career he had es-
capped from prison and had shot and
killed a deputy on one occasion. He
had a brother, Charles Meagher of
Cleveland, also n thief, burglar, and
desperate. resourceful crook. He had
many friends; and Frank Meagher,
then a fine looking, well-educated
chap of %. was highly respected and
much admired among the denizens of
the underworld for his daring and
cleverness.
Murray was certain that the
chances were all in favor of complete
plans having been made to rescue his
man. He had all of his papers ready
after midnight on June 20, and went
direct to the Jail. A train left at 4:35
in the morning and it was Murray's
intention to get away on it with
Meagher. 1t was about three in the
morning when he arrived at the jail