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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
WALL STREET TO-DAY.
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Special from United Press.)
 New York, Aug. 3-Movements in the stock market were decidedly mixed at the opening, a number of the minor steel industrials showing material losses. Various specialties including the minor steel industrials and Brook lyn Rapid Transit made substantial gains. The greatest loss was in Read ing which fell IS but later recovered. Southern Pacific receded $ but Union Pacific made a fractional gain. Steel Common, after yeilding slightly strengthened.
 II a. m.-The weakness in the inn portant railroad stocks displayed at the opening and in the early trading, was generally attributed to a desire on the part of the active and az gresSive bull interests to wait to see what London would do before taking g any further steps. Abritrage brokers sold between 10000 and 15,O00 shares which was chiefly responsible for de- clines in Reading, Southern Pacific and several other international is sues.
 Government bonds unchanged; oth- CT bonds strong.
 Noon.-Interest in the main in the last half of the forenoon was in the trading in Interborough Metropolitan stocks and bonds. The 41@s advanced over points, ranging above S3. The Wabash & Missouri preferred showed increased strength. Wabash preferred advancing one point and a substan- tial gain was made. Steel preferred advanced to above 129.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
LIARS WILL GET
 SOMETHING EXTRA
Judge Foster Makes This Assurance As He Hears Story of Driver Charged
 With Whipping Sweeper.

''It might as well be known first as last that men who come into this court and lie on the witness stand will receive heavier sentences than if they told the truth,'' said Judge Foster when Herman Wiley, a driver, told the court that he did not know wheth- CT he struck Joseph Sands with whip or not. Sands and Wiley quarreled yesterday when Wiley allowed some sand to fall on the road on State street which Sands was sweeping. The sweeper hit the driver with a broom and received several slashes across his face with a whip as a reward. Judge Faster was not disposed to believe Wiley story. His case was continued until tomorrow, during the interven- ing time Probation Officer Canfield is to investigate Willey's story that he has a sick wife and report to Judge Foster. Bonds were fixed at $50.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
TELEPHONE BILL
 BACK IN HOUSE:
Senate Passes New Corrupt
 Practices Act = Other Legislative Business.
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Especial from United Press.)
 Hartford, Aug 3--The Senate pass- ed this afternoon after a short explana- tion by Senator Searls, the new corrupt practices act and also passed the act giving the state railroad commission the right to prescribe the number of men to be employed on freight trains.
 The bill making the term of otf1le of town clerks four years instead or two and otherwise regulating their duties was indefinitely postponed. The measure providing for the closing of saloons at 10 o'clock at night was amended to make this Il o'clock in concurrence with the House on a re- port from the conference committee.
 The principal matter to take up the time of the House was the effort of Johnson of Newtown to get back from the Senate the telephone night rate bill which was killed there last week.
 MT. Leete of Enfield and Bishop of New Haven were made the House conferees. A committee of recall went to the Senate and succeeded in get ting the bill which was reconsidered and tabled.
 The House adhered to it's action in turning down the Southern New Eng land bonds for savings bank invest ments, and indefinitely postponed thl one providing the municipal votes for women.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
DIED.

 STERLINHIn this city, August 2d, 1909, Edward Sterling, in his 18th year.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at his late residence No. 383 State street, on Thursday, .5th inst, at 2 o'clock D. m.
 Burial in Mountain Grove ceme- tery.
 Kindly omit flowers.
 (A. L3 b *p zTOSTER-In this city. August 1, 1909, Frank A. Foster, aged 58 years. Friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, No. 96 Hough avenue, on Wednesday, Aug. 4, at 10 a.
 -Intermert at Norwich. Conn.
 ? sp MULLIGAN-In this city, Aug. 1, 1909, William H. Mulligan. Friends are invited to attend the = funeral from his late residence, No. 557 Colorado avenue, on Wednesday Aug A. at S:30 a. m. and from St. Peters church at a. m.
 -Interment at St. Michael'S ceme- tery. l. HICKEY-In this city. Aug. 1. 1909 Patrick Hickey.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, No 96 Hamilton street, on Wednesday Aug A. at 8:30 a. m. asd from St Mary's church at am. with solemn high mass.
 SInterment at St. Michael's ceme- tery. L2 D.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
Chandler's Utilities Bill
 Beaten by One Vote
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 Senator Luther likened the situation to the boy who asked his father to take him to the circus and was told that he couldn't go to the circus but would take him to visit his grand mothers grave. His particular point was that the New Haven road was the most important public utilities corpo- ration in this State and should be sub ject to a public utilities commission if one is to be appointed. He criticised the fact that street railway company engaged in the business of lighting would not be included in the supervis- ion of such a commission and also that the Barnum bill gave the right to bond to 66 2-3 per cent. of the cost of con- struction instead of 50 per cent. as at present.
 Senator Luther supported Senator Fenn in desiring the substitution of a minority bill. Senator Peck followed with a long speech in favor of the mi norfty bill though he said he had cer- tain criticisms to make of that. He believed that the passage of the Bar mum bill would not be keeping faith with the people of the State.
 Senator Middleton, the other Senate member of the special committee, join ed with Senator Barnum in urging the passage of the majority bill, and both Senators Fenn and Luther who were fighting hard for the minority bill, spoke again and at some length
 Every senator in Fairfield county voted for the bill except Senator Hol- ger of Bridgeport, who was absent It was said that Senator 'Holzer had been betrayed by a brother senator with whom he paired, and who had not kept his obligation to stay away from the Senate. Senators Manwaring and Ar mold voted for the Chandler bill. Sen ator Arnold offered an amendment to the bill providing for the election of the commission by the people. The nf +o 1oI %I,1 amendment out of order upon the ground that a minority report is not subject to amendment until it has been substituted for the minority report.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
Petition for Change of
 Grade on Main Street
City Fathers Do Much Bus iness-Hearing on Price Stable Permit - Steiber Named Indexer.

The board of aldermen considered a number of matters. last night, among which was proposed change of grade on Main street, between Congress street and East Washington avenue, upon which hearing was held. Thomas Arnold, who owns property at the foot of High street, appeared in favor of the change. So did J. w. Hastings. who is in business in the block at the foot of High street. They claim that the change will facilitate the flow of storm water Nathan Herz. represent in the neighborhood, said that the change would place his property IF inches below the street level and should it be made, he will ask s2,0O0 damages.
 The petition of James A. Price, for permission to erect a livery stable in Union street, was debated and finally set down for a public hearing, Aug. g.
 Theodore Steiber was chosen to in- dex the land records. for which he will receive $1,000. The Democrats present. ed no candidate and refrained from voting. Town Clerk Weber, who is a Democrat. had announced that the new index in use in his office makes the place of indexer unnecessary
 An allowance of. $200 was voted tc the special committed named to in- veStigate the relations between the United Illuminating Company and the city for expenses.
 The special committee named to in- vestigate the smoke nuisance caused by the engines of the New Haven Railroad company reported that noth- ing substantial had been accomplish ed- They recommended the passage of an ordinance forbidding the nuisance. The matter was referred to the Board of Health, with a request that the board report in September.
 The claims committee reported al- lowing John Ryan, who fell on a side walk on Housatonic avenue last June and was badly injured, s400; Gaetano Tedesko, who fell into an excavation in Main street at Congress street, and was injured. s75. and Willard I. Allen who claimed $500 damages for injuries sustained by falling in a man-hole on Broad street in front of the Masonic Temple building, s25. James McAn- drews, who claimed injuries sustained by being struck by a coal bucket at the city wharf, was given leave to withdraw.
 The report of the street committed ordering a hearing on the layout ot ReServ oir avenue was adopted.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
THREE WIVES
 SEEK DIVORCE
Mrs. Arkel, Mrs. Arndt and Mrs. Bender File Papers Alleging Unfaithfulness TTDOn Part of SpO11SeS

Because the Fall term of the Civil Superior court comes in the early part of September, a number of applicants for divorce have taken advantage of the dullness of the Summer months to have their cases filed so as to be ings Today three divorces were filed, all of unhappy wives whose husbands have it is alleged proved untrue to them:
 Emma J. Beers married Martin Arndt ih this city Feb. 25, 1889. They have four children, Anna aged IF, Martin aged 15, Eva aged 13 and Elm ma aged 10. The wife alleges intoler- able cruelty and also asks for the custody of her children. Mrs. Arndt lives at 80 Fulton street, while the defendant-is an employee of the Con- necticut company residing at 55l HOdSa tonic avenue
 Elise Arkel did not live very happily with Norman c. Vibbard after her marriage to him Nov. T. 1902 for May 30, 1906 he deserted her, and she has never seen him since. She has one child of which she desires the custody. The plaintiff is a resident of Osborne Place in Fairfield. while Vibbard has gone to parts unkonwn.
 Ida Sayette Bender of this city de- sires separation from Eli Bender, also known as Albert Bender on statutory grounds. The couple were married Nov. B. 1895 and have two children, whose custody the mother desires. The alleged acts of infidelity are alleged to have ben committed during May 19oS but the correspondent is not nam ed.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
Show Pictures
 Made Little Mabel
 Steal Mothers Money

The varied colored pictures of George Primrose and his band of black faced comedians and singers was too much for the little pickinninie heart of Mabel Louise Ward, the adopted daughter of Mrs. Helen Ward, a colored resident of the South End, for Mabel appropriated $2 of her foster mothers funds and bought tickets for the minstrel show. Mrs. Ward missed Mabel and then tflJ money. As a result little Mabel was placed under arrest by Officer Hol- brook on the complaint of her mother. She was charged with incorrigibility her case coming up this morning. The girl is 13 years Of age, being in Mrs. Wards care since she was three months old. Mrs. Ward is a washer woman. The girl was placed in charge of Miss Helen King, the probation of ficer, for three months. Little Mabel did not take in the minstrel show.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
CITY COURT CASES

Patrick Coughlin who lives on Maple street was charged with non support in the city court this morn ing. Coughlin is constantly at work as a carpenter earning $17 a week, but Mrs. Anna Coughlin claimed today that he has given her nothing since last March for her own support and that of their two children. One child is but 8 years old and the other is a months old baby. Prosecuting Attorney Delaney said in court today that this case had given him a great deal of trouble. as the husband had constantly made promises to aid his family, but had continually broken faith. Judge Foster instructed Cough lin to pay his wife $6 a week for the next months under $150 bonds The alternative is months in jail.
 Mrs. Hattie Murray brought her stepson down from Botsford some years ago when she came to marry Charles Murray in this city, and today her husband regrets that Robert Ken nison, the stepson, ever left his home in Botsford. Murray, who is employ
 ed as a night watchnan at Warner Brothers factory, and Kennison had an encounter yesterday and as a result the police were called to give a decis- ion This morning after hearing the evidence Judge Foster continued the cases until Aug. 25 under $50 bonds in each case.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
Summer books.

For summer reading, there are some especially good stories dressed in summer garb. With special illustra-- tions and special binding to add to their clear type and good paper, they are of ex- tra merit.
 An Enemy to the King-Stephens The Lady of the Blue Motor-Pat-
 ernoster.
 A Nights Enchantment-Mc-
 Grath.
 Under the Rose-ISham.
 The StrolIers-Isham.
 The Bishops EmeraIds-Town.
 ley. The Edge of Hazard-Horton. The Traitor-DixOn.
 Nedra-McCutcheon And selling at a special price, too-45c.
 Book-shop. right, rear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
TROOPS HAD TO RETREAT.

Cerberre, Aug. 3.-Troops sent out from Barcelona to dislodge the revolu- tionists entrenched in the mountains, have been forced to retreat to the city after sustaining heavy losses, accord ing to messages reaching here today. Captain General Santiago. commander of the government troops in Barcelona has been notified from Madrid that it is impossible to supply him with trust worthy endorsements at this time.
 The government force in Barcelona is not strong enough to permit of be- ing divided into two small detachments for campaigns against the rebels out side of the city. Captain General Santiago has tried this several times in movements against the suburbs and mountain Strongholds of the rebels and in every case the troops have met with defeat.
 It is believed here that the reports of French gunboat bombarding Pala- mos yesterday evening was a mistake The Spanish gunboat Temerairo is known to have been on the scene and it was probably this boat that fired on PalamoS.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
PRIMROSE MINISTRIES PLEASE
 AUDIENCE AT JACKSON'S THEATRE

Minstrels without burnt cork were the feature of George Primrose's all star minstrel show, which was given at Jackson's Theatre last night. The audience was good considering the time of year and the temperature of the ev- ening. Celeste Eddy was female inn personator of merit. His attire and his manner were feminine to the last degree. He deceived everybody in the house. The singing was all that could be desired. There were only six black face men in the entire company. The costuming was rich. tasteful and effec- tive. The aggregation is called 'The Temple of Mirth and Melody" It should be a money getter.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
Economy Jars,
 easily-used, surely-sealed.

Food put up in an Econo-. my jar is going to be safely sealed and is going to be good when wanted for the table. That you can count upon, for it has been proved by actual use by many. housewives. s
 The Economy jar is unlike any other. It has no rubber ring but instead a special sealing device which effectu- ally shuts out the air. It is made of a special grade of flint glass with straight sides and smooth edges and has a wide mouth so it is easily filled.
 All in all, it seems to be be the best jar yet. But the best way is to come to the demonstration, now in pro gress, and see for yourself just how good it is.
 Basement.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
REBELS IN CONTROL.

Biarritz, France, Aug. 3.-Regular train service out of Barcelona was re- stunned today. Passengers arriving here from Barcelona say that troops are actively engaged in fortifying their position in anticipation of another out break by the revolutionists who have taken refuge in the neighboring noun tains. Barcelona is entirely held by loyal troops, the last of the rebels hav- ing quit their strongholds today, ac- cording to telegraphic reports. Other parts of Catalonia, however, are still storm centerS of revolution.
 The rebels control San Felice, Pala- mos and Casa De Lasilva and are now urging the seizure of Catalonia from Spain.
 There has been a total of 250 execu- tions by the authorities and 150 prison CTS were in jail waiting execution. The part of Barcelona which bore the brunt of the fight, the old part, was prac- tically destroyed by the continuous ar tillery fire and will have to be re- built.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
He stopped the CouxhinT.

One Sunday morning a clergyman was greatly annoyed by the unusual amount of coughing among his congre- gatiop. He had not strong voice and could only be distinctly heard when the people were still and attentive. As the coughing went on, and even grew worse. he suddenly stopped right in the middle of the sermon. All eyes were instantly turned to the pulpit, every cough was hushed and there was per feet silence.
 My friends said the minister, with smile. '.it seems you stop when stop"
 This gentle rehUke had the desired effect The. people found that their coughing could be kept down when mey liked to a great extent, and the minister proceeded with his sermon under far more favorable conditions.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
Ether and Matter.

The densest matter is more or less porous. Gold will absorb mercury as a lump of sugar will absorb water, show ing there must be interstices or inter- atomic spaces in it, but the ether shows no such property If a drop of water could be magnifed sufficiently one would ultimately see the different atoms of hydrogen and oxygen that constitute the molecules of water. If a small volume of ether could be thus magnified the indications are that the ultimate part would look like the first, which Is, the same as saying that it is not made up of discrete particles, but fills space completely. This is express ed by saying that the ether is con- unuous medium and is hence incom- parahle with matter.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
An oda a1ra,. Ne.t.

The oldest of all birds nests Is the one built by. the tontobane, South African songster. It is built of cot ton and always upon the tree produc- ing the material. In constructing the domicile the female works inside and the male outside, where he builds a sentinel box for his own special use. He sits in the box and keeps watch or sings nearly all the time, and when danger comes in the form of a hawk or a snake he warns the family, but never enters the main nest.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
ROOSEVELT GETS RHINOCEROS FOOT
 MOUNTED ON SILVER
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NopCSioA IiOIh CiAitCO | lCoo-( (By Our staff Cores, United PreSS.)
 Nairobi. British East Africa, Aug. 3.-Two hundred residents of Nairobi and British East Africa including Acting Governor Jackson rendered a dinner to Colonel Theodore Roosevelt today. It was one of the greatest functions of it's kind held here. Amer ican residents of Nairobi presented the ex-President with a rhinoceroS foot, mounted on silver. The appro- priateness of the gift greatly pleased the Colonel.
 In the most carefully prepared speech that he has yet made in Africa, Roosevelt analysed the agricultural and economical conditions in British East Africa, pointing out both the dangers and the tremendous poSsibil- ities for good that lay before the peo- pie developing a country such as East Africa.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
CHECK TRADER HELD
 FOR INVESTIGATION

Held for Investigation is what is written again Edward H. Matson, a somewhat slick individual who last last evening tried to work check ex- change on Morris Lieberum, who con- ducts a store at 26s North avenue, but the latter was a little slicker than Matson, and as a result MatsOn is now doing duty at Police Headquarters. According to Lieberum, Matson repre- scented himself to him as a collector from New York. saying that he wished a check so that he could remit. MT. Lieberum was willing to accommodate him, but as he was about to pass over the check to Matson. the latter pro Hosed to pay him with another check
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
Come Out of Your Shell.

Do you allow yourself to become ab- sentminded, wrapped up in a brown study? Look about you. Speak to those that you have been in the habit of ignoring. Make friends with every one. Strive to touch life everywhere you can. You will accomplish your tasks better by so doing than by going forward blindly absorbed in medita- tion or engrossed by internal musings.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
BATHING HOUSES ON COMPO BEACH
 CHOPPED TO PIECES
Especial from United Press.)

VoPCCIelI
 Norwalk, Aug. 3.-In accordance with their threat made some time ago, the Westport selectmen got gang of axe handlers last night and cleaned out the hundred or more bathing houses that they claimed had been establish ed on town property on Compo Beach The houses were literally chopped to pieces and their contents including bathing suits and boots were strewn all over the beach.
 Norwalk people are among the own CTS of the bathing houses and they have retained Judge John J. Walsh of Norwalk to look after their interest
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
RECENTLY MOTHER
 NOW A MANIAC
Mrs. Annie Griffin Commit ted to State Hospital for Insane in Probate Court.

Mrs. Annie Griffin who became a mother a few weeks ago, was commit ted to the State Hospital for the In sane at Middletown today. The hus- band of the unfortunate woman is a hard working mechanic. Several of the womanS relatives are in the 1nstl- tuition.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
MoTORMAN BLAMELEss.

Special from United PreSSD
 New Haven, Aug. 3.-Deputy Coroner Pond today filed his official finding on the death of Charles c. Bucking- ham, the secretary and treasurer of the Mathushek Piano Company, who was killed on July 25 in a collision be- tween his automobile and a trolley car near Milldale. He eXonerateS Mo- torman George Brooks from blame.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
ARMY OF %, 1000
 AGAIN ATTACKING
 SPANISH TROOPS

Lisbon, Aug. 3.-A message from Melilla today says that an army of 25,000 men is again attacking the Spanish troops and the situation of the latter is declared to be desperate. That population of Melilla, which has here tofore had no part in the riots, is re- ported as having revolted. It is also reported that in addition to the big army which is sacking Melilla smaller mobs are raging the suburban towns.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
DRowNs SELF AND CHILD.
Special from United Press. }

Newark, N. J.. Aug. Swallowing quarrel with her husband at an early hour this morning. Mrs. Julia Neneth crowned herself and her eight months old son. Alexander. s7ftf Hfy -- -sft+-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03

The 1909 Municipal register is conn pleted and will be ready for distribu- ton from the office of the city audi tor tomorrow.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
THE ROWLAND DRY GOODS co.
BRUSH FIRE OUT.

No. Chemical Engine company was called this afternoon to extinguiSh a grass and brush fire at Lexington and North avenues.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
DAVIS ESTATE ss40.

An inventory of the estate of the late George A. Davis; returned to the Pro- bate court today. shows personal prop eerty valued al sS4O.40
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
MIR. GOEBEL GOING WEST.

Harry Goebel, who has conducted a barber shop in Main street for several eyars. is going to locate in the west. With his wife and child he will leave this city on Thursday~ for Denver where Mrs. Goebel wi visit friends Tnh6n 71a hs szpoaities Sill %aes 1 Alaska
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-08-03
CHALLENGE WANT

CHALLENGE WANTED.
 The Old Fairfield baseball team will accept the challenge of the Fairfield Rubber Shop team. They will be ready to play at McGarry's field on August 15 at 1:30 o'clock.