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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

Alanson, Mich.-With the assistance
Of equipment and f1refghters from
nearby towns. the village of Alanson
was saved from destruction by fire
Saturday. The loss Is $4,000.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31
Matt Mccrath smashes Mark.

Hartford. Conn.-At the Hibernian
Athletic club games Saturday. Matt
McGrath of the I. A. A. c.. New York,
broke the worlds record for throwing
the 56-pound weight for height. with a
throw Of 16 feet az inches.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

Il One Milwaukee man did not see his
bride until he married her. Many
brides do not see their husbands at
all after marriage.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

Aviator Harmon says that to be a
successful bird man one must be abso-
lutely Indifferent to death, that being
Just about what most of US decided
some time ago.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

The snake stories OF the season are
showing fine crop. The fish stories
will have hard time in coming up to
their standard.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

Hubby. gave your light pants to
q poor tramp"
And what am going to wear this
simmer? Kilts?"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

A Maryland man has taught rat
tlesnake to chew tobacco. Fastidious
Maryland people will refuse to asso.
ciate with rattlesnakes. hereafter.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31
Divorce Cause Double Traoedv.

DtVorce Cause DoubIe Tragedy.
Milwaukee.-Henry Wagner Of
Green Bay Monday killed his wife and
fatally shot himself as result of the
woman's determination to secure di.
vorce from him.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

The man who invented money
would have pleased more of US If he
had only made 1t easier to get.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

What is an aviation meet without
T. dead and injured.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

y Russia is opening a school of avia-
tion. This ought to swell the dead
and wounded column considerably.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

"a don't" for aeroplane amateurs
might properly be included in the list
Of summer cautions.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

It win be hard for the small. boy to
believe that not all Ice cream cones
are at to eat.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

Pulling the wrong lever of an aero
plane can never become fixed habit
with an aviator. Once usually SUI
fees
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

Y It is to be regretted that our val
liable forests are not built of Asbese
fos.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

Paris is producing some interesting
aeroplane literature. One machine 10
hit by lightning and melted.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

II all boys were taught to swim few
er men would be drowned.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31
A clean straw hat is now becoming
n 70 rtfv

Small thunder showers are thank.
fully received.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31
! Whoever invented going swimming
was a public benefactov. all right

There Is need Of safe and sane tar
get practise with the big army guns,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

Amateur swimmers as well as small
boats should hug the shore.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31
A BROAD HINT.

JIM suppose you love to 90, sleigh
ing because Of the melody of fhe jim
Cling sleigh bells.
Jess-Yes. and they often lead up to
the wedding bells. That's the best Of
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1910-08-31

II It is not one thing It is sure t.
be another in merry England.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
MARRIED.

ROLAND-HUBBARD Danbury, Jan. Is, A. Edward Roland and Miss Addie M. Hubbard. ELY-FRASHER- Danbury, Jan. 15. George A. Ely and Mrs. Nellie Frasher.
 PLATT-SEYMOUR Bethel, Jan. 16, Sanford J. Platt and Mrs. Mary E. Seymour of Norwalk. ANDERSON - HANSEN-In East Port Chester, Jan. 16, Miss Emma T. T., daughter of MT. John Han sen, to James Severein Anderson. WATSON-STEVANS Port Ches- ter, Jan. 12, Aaron G. Stevens, of Rowayton, and Mrs. Eva Watson, of New Milford.
 TYSON - DAVIDSON-Near Palm Beach, Fla, Jan. 16, John H. Ty- son, of Greenwich, and Miss Doro- thy Davidson, of New York. REYNOLDS - CARPENTER-In New York city, Jan. 12, Frank s. Key holds of Purdys, N. Y., and Carrie A. Carpenter of Danbury. BARRETT - SCANLIN.-I In Winsted, Jan. G. William l.. Barret and Miss Alice scanlin.
 WILCOX-GREGOR Wilton, Jan. 12, F. W. Wilcox and Miss Abble w.. Gregory.
 JANSEN - WATERBURY - In Stam- ford, Jan. F, Edward O. Jansen and Miss Anna I. Waterbury. GILSON = CANNING-In Thomaston, Jan. IS, Michael Gilson and Miss Anna Canning. NTcGRA H-McKENNA-In Ridgef1eld, Jan. F, Thomas McGrath of Bethel, and Anna McKenna of Ridgefeld.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
Deaths and Funerals.

The funeral of Frank M. Biehle was held from the residence of his moth CT on Shelton street, yesterday morn ing at 8 o'clock and from St. Joseph's Roman Catholic church at o'clock where Rev. Father Dahme celebrated 6 high mass of requiem. Assisted by a choir of young people, Joseph Wieler rendered Ave Maria" at the offer tory and at the conclusion of mass Mrs R. Hoffman sang Beautiful Land on High" The bearers were Frank and Frederick Utz, George Koehm, George Wieler, William Blersch and Henry Dellmuth. The usually handsome.
 Funeral services over the remains of Jennie c. Denzel, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Robert Denzel were held at her late home on Summer street, yes terday afternoon. Relatives and friends gathered around the bier in large numbers. Rev. H. Wiener, pas tor of the German Reformed church officiated. Members of Harmony Re- bekah lodge, No. 26, I. O. O. F., took charge of the remains and escorted them to their last resting place in Park cemetery, where the impressive ritual of the order was exemplified. The bearers were J. E: Schoenwalter, E. Heldt, c. Meyer, F. Bernhard, E.. And F. Peschell. There were many beautiful floral tokens.
 The funeral of Benjamin Whyland took place from his late home, GA En- glewood avenue, this morning at 8:30, being largely attended. Surrounding the casket were many beautiful floral offerings The pail bearers were Charles Macholiskyi, George Rowbliski, terment was in St. Michael's ceme- farU
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
LASKPS BROTHERS NOT IMPLICATED IN FERRIS WELL CRIME Sheriffs Search Their Homes But Don't Molest
 Them
Finding No Evidence to Couple Them With At tempt on Young Brides Life, Authorities Return Warrants Observed.

Search of the homes of Andrew and John Laski, in Fairfield and West port respectively, late yesterday failed to bring to light the missing suit case and furs the authorities are trying to locate as one of the important factors in the attempted murder of Annie Marock by throwing her into a well in Fairfield Saturday night. Bartoni Laski's two brothers, as nearly as the authorities are able to learn, bear ex- cellent reputa tionS among their neigh bors, as thrifty industrious and honest farmers. Laski himself was believed to be equally reputable when he work ed in Fairfield, helping to dig the Ferris well into which he is alleged to have thrown the bride of his friend Marock.
 Sheriffs Burr and Richards were given warrants for the arrest of the two brothers to be served in event of the unearthing of the missing suit case and garments. They satisfied them selves the missing stuff was not in either home, and left the brothers un- molested They made the searches on authority of search warrants.
 The condition of the victim in St. Vincent's hospital continues about the same as yesterday. There is no fear now of pneumonia, the pretty Polish matron's rugged constitution having stood her in good stead. It is as yet undecided whether amputation of the woman's frozen feet will be neces- sary.
 Laski and Marock are held in jail in bail of s1O,000.
 Attorney. John P. Gray has been retained by Laski's brothers to de- afend him.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
ELKS' ASSOCIATION
 ELECT OFFICERS
P. B. R. M. H. Heaphy of Hartford Is New Presi- dent of Past Exalted Rulers Body-May Hold Field Dav

Michael H. Heaphy of Hartford was elected president of the Past Exalted Rulers Association of Connecticut at a meeting of the organizat ton held in Middletown yesterday. The organiza- ton is coT1rosed of the members of the Grand Lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Eaks who hail from Connecticut
 The Bridgeport members present were Joseph c. Ivers, Edward F, New ins, Charles H. Hinman, William V. Dewitt and Louis Brock The busi- ness meeting was held at the Elks' Home and was presided over by the retiring president, George l. Allen, Of Middletown. Other officers elected were Thomas F. Donohue of New London, vice president, to succeed E. J. Brothers, of New Haven, secre- tary, to succeed himself; Hon. Michael B. Reidy, of Naugatuck, treasurer, to succeed Louis Brock of Bridgeport.
 After the transaction of the busi- ness the party partook of dinner at the Hotel fChaffee. Later they took a special trolley car to the State Hos- a couple of hours inspecting the in- stitution. Tn the party were Gen. Alexander Harbison of Hartford, Judge Mcdonald of Naugatuck, Judge Ear Edgerton of Derby and Senator Court ney of New Haven.
 Tne next session of the association will be held in June at which time the organization will nominate a candidate for District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler to be appointed by the Grand Ruler-elect
 George I. Allen, James B. McGann and J. c. Ivers were named as a com n,ittee to consider the advisability ot the association holding a State field dav
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
FIRMS FAIL WHEN
 STOCK CRUMBLES
Wall Street Has Feverish Upset While Bears Con- trOl Market
Especial from United Press )

Especial from United Press.)
 New York, Jan. 19.-The big stock exchange firm of Lathrop, Haskins 6 Company, went down with a crash today when Hooking coal and iron stock, which for the past few days has been under pressure, broke 50 points to 37.
 Down crumb1ed the prices and when the quotations had fallen 50 points the announcement came that Lathrop, Haskins & Company had failed. This was followed a few min utes later by the announcement that the firm of J. M. Fiske & Company had also gone to the wall and pande- monium ensued, general selling talk ing place all over the room.
 The Lathrop firm was organized in February, 1900. l.. c. Lathrop, it's former president, who died in 1907 was for a long time vice president of the Columbus & Hooking Valley Coal 6 Iron Company.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
Staple rcflandiSe and novelties are alike to be tollnd in quantity in the 24h Mill Find sale.

 be quantities and that this sale of things as o yard u There are shoes for member of the family There
  derwea Why there simply merchandise is be n Women children outftted outfit The
  
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  with the Mill End Mill End be of a doe esextra duty of End holdlar
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
NONOGENARIAN
 DIES SUDDENLY

Having almost passed the century milestone of life, Honora, widow of Patrick Dougherty, passed away sud- denly yesterday, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Hannah Dacey, 864 Hancock avenue, aged 98 years. Her death was unexpected She could do homework, and take long walks. She was a native of Ireland, and has lived in this country for a number of years. Ten years ago she came here from New Milford. She was a de- vout attendant of St. Peters church. She is survived by three daughters, two of whom make their residence in this city, and one in New Milford. A son, Henry Dougherty of Laurel court, this city, also survives.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
EARLIER EDITION OF
 THE HARTFORD COURANT

The Courant is now printing an ear Her edition than heretofore that goes south on the 3:14 a. m. New York train By this means The Courant is for sale at the Grand Central sta tion and elsewhere in New York before 8 o'clock. This will be a convenience for those who take the morning train from New York. Passengers on the or g o'clock train will be able to get The Courant before leaving the Grand Central station.
 By catching this early train The Courant also serves the southern and western section of the State to better advantage. Cities and villages in the Naugatuck and Housatonic valleys which hitherto have not been reached till we'll along towards noon are now served several hours earlier. That the people in this section appreciate the change is already shown in largely in creased sales. Order the paper from your newsletter
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
BIG HEARING ON TRAFFIC RULES
 IS HOPED FOR
Measure Before Ordinance Committee Designed to Be Helpful to All Traffic, and Favored By Automobile Club.

Everyone who believes the city should have traffic regulations, is in- vited to attend a public hearing that will be held at the city hall at 8 o'clock D. m. January 21. The ordi- nance committee wants the truckmen, the teamsters, the men who drive trucks for a living, all of the chauf- feurs in the city, owners of motor cars, and the liverymen to put in an appearance and give a detailed de- scription of what they think the city should do to make the streets possi- ble.
 The causes for congestion are num- erous. Some truckmen establish pub lie stands along the streets. Many farmers hitch their horses in Main street, Middle street and other nar- row street. Along Water street and Middle street wholesale houses keep delivery teams backed up to the curb. Many automobile owners want heavy vehicles to keep close to the curb and leave the center of the street for the passage of lighter vehicles. The own follow the curb line if the city will stop people from hitching there dur ing certain hours. The aldermen fear that an ordi- nance requiring the loading of goods on side streets would meet with ser ious opposition from the storekeepers.
 A prominent member of the Auto mobile Club of Bridgeport said this morning: Although the club took the initiative in preparing a draft of the traffic regulations it is not strict ly an automobile measure. The club felt that other cities had some rules to go by and that this city should also have something to govern travel in the streets
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
DIED.

MILLIAMS-In this city Jan. 19, 1910, Georgianna Hallaer, wife of Fred erick H. Williams. aged 65 years, 4 ~aonths, days. .-
 Funeral services will be neld m the Advant Christian church No. 495 Barnum avenue corner Brooks street. on Friday 21st inst, at o'clock D. m. Burial in Lakev1eW ! cemetery.
 DOUGHERTY.-In this city. Jan. IS, [ 1910, Hanorah. widow of Patrick Dougherty, aged 98 years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her daughter. Mrs. Hanorah Dacey, No' S64 Hancock avenue, on ThurSoay, Jan. 20, at 8:30 a. m.
 -Interment and services at New EOBB- this city, Jan. f7th. 1909. | Maggie A. T. Cobb in the roth year \ of her age.
 -Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of s, her brother-in-law., John Japp. No. 64s Ogden street on Thursday' Jan. goth, at p. m. -Interment at Lakeview ceme- tery. A IS !" HrAPLEs-In this city. on Tuesday, Jan. 18th. 1910, Sarah B., widow of James Staples, aged S1 years,
 months, 20 days.
 -Friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence. No. 819 East Main street, on Thurs day, Jan 2Oth at 2:30 D. m.
 -Interment at Mt. Grove ceme- tery. AS b" RALY.-In Torrington. Jan. 12, Mrs. Mary L. Daily, aged 73 years. tEPAIN-In Torrington. Jan. IS, Mrs' Michael L. Spain. aged 39 years. tWELTON-In New Milford, Jan. 10, Laura Ann, widow of Eli H. Welton. of Bridgewater, aged 7S years. twIL LSON.-In West Haven, Jan. Is, ! Mrs. John H. Wilson. of Norwalk. 1 ALLYN-In Litchfield, Jan. IA, Miss Charlotte c. Allyn, aged 7S years. tCOATS-In Reynolds Bridge. Jan. 1S' Mrs. John Coats.
 BETTS-In Norwalk, Jan. 12, Dav1d 5. Betts, aged 79 years.
 ROGERS.-In Norwalk, Jan. IF. Joan M, widow of Charles W. Rogers, aged ST years.
 ELWOOD-In New Canaan. Jan. 16, Julia F.. widow of Edward B. FL wood. in her 70th. year.
 LAwRENCE-In Danbury. January 16, Elizabeth A., wife of Frederick c. Lawrence, aged 5S years. STEvENS-At New Canaan, Jan. 15. Joseph H. Stevens, aged GA years. KE1SEI-In Bridgeport Hospital, J an. Is, Miss Emma Keisel, of Torring- ton, aged 24 years.
 LAKEY-In Stamford, Jan. 16, Aaron Lakey, aged 65 years.
 REED-In Norwalk, Jan. 16, William KOvACS-In Norwalk, Jan. 16, John Kovacs, aged 52 years.
 H1MMONS.-In Canaan Valley, Jan. Is, Mrs. Frank Emmons.
 JOHNSON-At Stamford, Jan. 13, John T. L.. Johnson, aged 29 years.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
WANTED WALL LIKE
 GOLD HOMESTEAD'
John l.. Adams of Westpor Didn't Get What He Wanted, Refuses to Pay Mason. and Is Sued.

Judge Howard B. Scott, in the Common Pleas court, was called upon this morning to fathom curious tangle. Andrew Bailey, a mason con- tractor of Norwalk, is suing John L.. Adams, of Westport, for $192. Adams makes a counter claim for $400 dam ages The counter claim is peculiar. Adams states that he gave orders to build wall, just like that which was depicted in pictures of the "Old Homestead" He went to Europe. On his return he found the wall just opposite to his expectations and in- tentions. He therefore refused to pay the bill.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
BROSNAN N-LARKIN.

At g o'clock, yesterday morning, with a nuptial mass at St. Augustine s church Miss Annie E. Larkin, of 238 Coleman street was united in mar riage to MT. William J. Brosnan, son of Mrs. Mary Brosnan of Benham avenue, by Rev. P. J. Mccormick. The bride was attended by her cousin Miss Rosila Lon, and the groom by his brother, J. Edward Brosnan. Af- ter a wedding breakfast and recep- ton the happy couple departed on the 1:1S train for Washington and other points on a brief honeymoon. They will be at home to their friends after Tuesday, Jan. 25.
 The bride is a charming and most estimabIe young lady, being well known in the section of the city where she resides. The groom is a foreman for the Marsh Bros. Building Go.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
CEHLINE IMPROVING
 AT ST. VINCENT'S

John Cehline, of 80 Greene street, for several days unconscious at St. Vincent's hospital, whither he was removed from police headquarters, is today restinga comfortably and has regained consciousness. Physicians are still puzzled over his unusual Case.e He was arrested for drunken ness Saturday and Sunday morning was in the throes of conyulsions ill a cell,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
OATH OF PRONUNCIATION
 RECOMMENDED TO MASONS
Large Increase of Membership of Connecticut Grand Lodge During 19O9-Deputy VerpIanlk for Grnnd Master.


 Especial from United Press.)
 Hartford, Jan. 19.-The 18th annual meeting Of the Connecticut Grand lodge of Masons was opened in Ma sonic Temple here today with an at- tendance of about 500 delegates.
 In a lengthy report, Grand Master Weston G. Graniss of Litchheld, out lined work of the grand lodge. One of the principal recommenda- tions of the grand master was a re- iteration of what he had previously urged. that when a man has been a member of a clandestine body and afterward makes application for ad- mission to a master masons lodge, he be required to take oath of re- nunciat ation. He also reiterated his plans for reducing the deficit in con- nection with the expenses of the Con- necticut Masonic Home.
 In his annual report, Grand 5ecre- tary Frank. W. Ravens of Hartford called attention to the total member ship in the state, which Is f22 1O2- Forty three deaths occurred in the past year and there was gain fin membership of STA. The net income from all dues during the year wss $17, ,250.
 The election of Deputy Grand Master Verplank to succeed the present grand master is looked upon as a strong probability.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
WRITING BY WIRELESS.

The transmission of signatures or other writing by wireless waves is described by writer in the February number of Popular Mechanics, who has been experimenting along this line for some time and declares, Al though better results must be obtain ed, and the crude instruments inn proved before the device will be of commercial value, l have been able to transmit several readable sigma tures.',
 The article, which is illustrated, describes the inventors apparatus and it's operation.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
THE ROWLAND DRY GOODS co.
FOUR TIMES THE SPEED AT LESS
 THAN HALF COST

Everyone was pleased with the way that Supt. Schreiber cleared the snow from the city with a force of 100 men, but there were many who said, that 1t was going to cost more than it did to clean off the Christmas storm under the direction of Supt. Colgan. The books in the auditors office show this to be the reverse; that it cost Colgan $2,959 to clear away two days storm, and that Schneider expended but $1,- 200. Schreiber was but one day do- ing what the former administration took four days to do
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
Sensational Suit in Which Former Servant of Wealthy Owner of River cliffe Attempts to Secure Damages.
Woman Alleges Attempt on Her Life By Employer "Blackmail,'' '' Says Mo- Carthy-Milford Station Master Supports Defend ant.

''It's a reflection on my marksman- ship,'' said William B. Mccarthy, this morning, during the process of the civil suit brought. by Annie Rudolph, of Stamford, against Mr. Mccarthy, who is the owner of Rivercliffe, just over the Washington Bridge, and also of the Rostrand Mfg. Co.,, of Mill ford. The plaintiff alleged that Mo- Carthy fired four shots at her and that he assaulted her. Mccarthy, who is we'll known in this city, says that the matter is an attempt at black mail.
 The suit is for $5,00O and is being heard before Judge George W. Wheel CT and jury in the Civil Superior Court.
 Mrs. Rudolph, who was employed by the McCarthy's, at their home in Rivercliffe on the Housatonic, stated that she was out in the yard on the evening of Oct. 1st. As she was talk Ing in the clothes she saw Mccarthy come on the porch which was we'll lit with electricity. He had only his trousers and an undershirt on. He fired four shots at her, but none of them took effect.
 Herman Rudolph stated that on the evening of the alleged shooting he SdW MCSdIIAy O1 tIlS pOECll IlIlI1S LIS shots, but did not know at whom, supposing it to be a burglar about the premises. They both stayed at the Washington bridge hotel that even- ing. The next morning he described the scene at the. station as did his wife. He added that he wanted to strike Mccarthy, but his wife stepped between them. Rudolph was McCar- thy's butler.
 The first witness called for the de- fense during the morning session was Moses T. Harris of Milford, station master at Naugatuck Junction. liar ris stated that Mccarthy did not strike Mrs. Rudolph at any time in the station. He had seen Mccarthy from the time he arrived at the sta- tion till he went away. MT. Harris also said that Mrs. Rudolph had a hat-box with her which was bound in clothes-line and appeared to be exceedingly heavy.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-01-19
BURNED TO DEATH
 WHILE IN A FIT.
(SneciaI from TTnited PressD

Especial from United Press)
 Boston, Jan. 19.-Toppling over lamp in his home in Roxbury early today, while in the throes of fit, William Witham, 26 years old, was burned to death and a dozen other occupants of the house fled to the streets unclad. Policemen crawled into Witham's room and pulled out his body but life was already extinct.