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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
SIMONDS RULES
 OUT BIG COLLARS

"Pigtafl Day. got on the nerves of Principal H. D. Siponds at the High school yesterday. "Pigtail Day. is an annual occasion at the school and has been for years. The girls of the sen for class wear their hair in a long | braid down their backs once a year just to recall their early school days and to show that they are not wholly devoted to rats and switches for the adornment of their heads. One of the ambitions of High school girl is to get to be a senior so that she can wear her hair hanging down her back on "Pigtail Day.
 But yesterday the boys of the senior class joined in the "Pigtail Day. cele- bration. They put in an appearance Brown collars. long flowing neck ker- chiefs and fancy hosiery. The senior boys resemb1ed a bunch of Eton school boys. There was nothing obnoxious in their make ups either except that it was so different. and then there was something uniform in the appearance of the class.
 Principal Simonds announced as soon as he scented the situation that no sen- fer would be allowed to go into chapel. During the opening religious exercises the senior class occupies the platform in the assembly hall and it is believed that the principal had grave fears that the lower classmen would be too amused by the sight of the fancy socks, the white starched collars. and the pigtailS.
 Later he changed his mind and said the girls could go into chapel. but that the boys could not. The girls went in, but because of the hostility shown to their diversion-a GUS tom of several years standing-by note or to take any active part in the exercises.
 After the chapel exercises Principal Simonds told the boys they could put their linen collars inside their coats or go home. As a result the boys while in the class rooms, and outside when not attending class.
 En route to the room of Miss Eames teacher of science. the boys decided to attend one class with the collars showing They did not think that a be disturbed by the sight of the white collars. But Miss Flames met them at the door and made each pupil tuck his collar inside his coat as he entered the room.
 Principal Simonds subsequently, an- nounded that yesterday is the last ''Pigtail Day. that will be tolerated at the High school. This caused great Jumps of sorrow to rise in the threats of the girls who will be seniors next year, the year afrer next and the year after that.
 Vexed girls and boys are making dire threats this morning of what will be done next term. '.We'll wear Bus ter Brown collars and pigtails for a whole month"; said one of the lads. There are no sumptuary laws regu- lating High school garb."
 But therell be no rebellion this term. it's too near the end of it, and expul- sion is little to be desired
 MT. Simonds when asked this morn ing if it was true that he had abol- ished "Pigtail Day. said: That is matter with us I don't care to say anything about it''
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
MARY HARTMAN | HAS EXCLUSIVE
 CHURCH WEDDING
fspecial from United Press. ,

Arden, N. Y, May 2S-Miss Mary Hartman, daughter of the late E.. H. Hartman, and Charles Carey Rumsey of Buffalo were married at noon today in St. Johns Episcopal church. Only the immediate family of the bride and groom were present. Because of the ceremony the church had a new car pet. That is a matter for congratula- tion as the weather beaten old mat ting was badly frayed. Other inter for adornments were few and simple, consisting of several stands of maiden hair fern and wild flowers gathered from the neighboring hills. The most lavish decorations were in the church yard outside, where E.. H. Hartman S grave was overlaid with a bed of spruce twigs on which reposed large cross of rhododendron leaves
 Miss Carol Hartman. sister of the bride, was maid of honor. while Law renee D. Rumsey. brother of the groom, was best man. The wedding ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. Holmes McGuinness.
 Immediately after the ceremony the wedding party entered automobiles and drove to the Hartman mansion where the wedding breakfast was served.
 There will be a brief wedding trip, but it is understood that the greater part of the honeymoon will be spent at Arden where the bride is the chief executive and will continue to act as such
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
N0TABLES WILL ATTEND BUSINESS
 MEMS MEETING

In addition to Attorney Ralph O. Wells of Hartford and Senator Charles S. Peck of Danbury. the Bridgeport Business Mems Association will have for one of the speakers tonight at the Stratfield, John D. Chuck of New York who will briefly deal with the ques- tion of merchant marine. !.
 MT. Gluck is director of national in- dustries and is widely known as a tar TIT expert. Of late he has been deep " interested in the revival of the mer. chant marine and has taken an active part in the educational campaign which has been conducted this past winter. He is visiting James M. Tur- ner, secretary and treasurer of the Bridgeport Club, and was instrumental in getting former Secretary of the Treasury Leslie M. Shaw as a speak CT for the Bridgeport Clubs banuuet June 2 I---| v
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
Little folks shoes.

Summer shoes for little folks are full of ease and of trim nice appearance.
 They will give good ser vice, too. That we plan for by getting them made of good solid leather.
 Sorts for dress and for play. Each sort designed for the service that is ex- pected of it.
 Pumps and low ties for boys and girls in new shapes and in liked leathers-
 boys '-$2 and $3.
 small boys'- $1.5O to
 $2.5O.
 little girls $1 to $2. Barefoot sandals of first grade, specially stout leath- -$1.15 to $1.65, accord ing to size.
 Pretty pumps and sandals for little children, S'1 to $2.
 Main floor, rear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
THE ROWLAND 1 DRY GOODS co.
FALSE ALARM RINGER
 IS SENTENCED

Thomas and Harry May, aged 12 and g, respectively, of Stil1man and Brooks streets, Robert Roach aged 3 of 491 Shelton street, and Joseph Bar rett, aged F, were charged in the city court this morning with sounding false alarms of fire.
 Thomas May the ring leader was sentenced to the Connecticut School for Boys at Meriden until he is 21. The others were turned over to the cus- tody of the probation officer for three months with instructions to report once week.
 we wanted to see the engines come out'' said the children when calls up- on by Judge for an explanation of their conduct. They made a clean breast of the charges.
 Thomas May and Joseph Barrett rang in an alarm from box Al Tues day night, May IT, at $40. The other two sounded an alarm from box All East Main street and Boston avenue, on Sunday night, last.
 Young Mays parents have been es- tranged for several months. His father told. Judge Foster the child had been allowed to run wild. The mother is caring for the family the father paying a weekly stipend to her through an arrangement with Prose cutting Attorney Delaney.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
PRESIDENT TRACEY SUSPENDS
 MANAGER CONNERY, HARTFORD,
 FOR SENDING INSULT TING LETTER

sulting letter Connery subsequently nery that his fine had been increased $2O and his suspension will continue until he personally apologies for his letter.
 Connery's letter, according to Tracy, is grossly insulting. It addresses Tracy as the owner of the Connecti- cut League. and in one of the first paragraphs accuses him of playing to the grandstand merely to advertise the butcher shop in Bristol which Tracy owns. It further charges that Um- p1re Fahey who Connery declares gave the Hartford team the ragged end of a decision, and Owner Cameron of the New Haven team deliberately lied in their report to Tracy, and that Tracy gave further evidence of his prejudice to the Hartford team by his determination of the case.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
foWLAND's
Woolen skirt
to meaSure--

Handsome and reasonable woolen fabrics made up in- to skirts to your measure,- $5.
 Plainly put; this is almost a proposition to make a skirt for nothing.
 In the majority of cases, the fabric required for a skirt would alone cost as much as the stores charge for the completed skirt all ready for wearing.
 It is no trouble for any woman to figure the saving. Charge for findings and for making is eliminated entire ly. And the skirt is made as we'll as a dressmaker would make it. We've had a number of folks declare that their individual skirt was better-made than any a dressmaker had ever pro- duced for them in tailored style.
 Several good styles. Good variety of reasonable fabrics in both black and colors. Ev- cry skirt guaranteed to fit and to be right in every way.
 And charge of $5 covers every bit of cost.
 Right aisle, rear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
CHARLIE KELLY
 PLEADS GUILTY

porous saloonkeeper in Wall street, this city. pleaded guilty in Judge Cranes court in New York city today to the charge of selling policy slips.
 Judge Crane remanded the prisoner for sentence until tomorrow, and in structed the probation officer to look into Kelly's record.
 Kelly's arrest was effected some time ago, and he was held in bail of $1.00O for trial Detectives from New York city located him here on Tuesday night. and he consented to accompany them back to New York. He was not taken to police headquarters here,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
|Hammocks as
 '' comfy . as couches.

Hammocks made of heavy duck; with a regular mat tress bottom that is soft and delightful; equipped with wind-shields so one need not fear brisk breezes they are the ideal hammocks.
 One sort with wooden frame, white or khaki $8.50.
 Special sort with steel spring frame, white or khaki, $1O.
 Handsome green duck with box springs, -$14.
 Iron frames from which to swing them; strong and cas- fly moved to any desired place. $3.75.
 Third floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
l wln-strap pumps Tor women.

'Mongst trimmest and pret- tiest of the low shoes for women's summer wear is the twin-strap pump. It has a handsome arched appearance with short fore-part, is de- lightfully dainty. Two straps just below the instep give it distinction and beauty.
 Patent leather or black suede with turn sole,-$$3.
 Patent leather with welt ed sole,-$3.5O.
 Fine black suede with welted sole,-$4.
 A new two-eyelet tie has narrow toe with medium heel and is very attractive. 'Tis made of Elbro calf or Russia calf or patent leath- CT: has welted soles of excel lent weight, -$$4.
 A number of new styles in low shoes of patent and Rus sia leather and dull black feathers to $4.
 Main floor, rear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
PRESS WORKERS ASKS $I0,O0O
 FOR } FINGER

The sum of s10,000 is asked for three fingers which Clemens Motyazszyki lest from his left hand beneath drop press at the plant of the Burns & Bas- sick Go. in February. Suit was brought this morning through the law firm of Cullinan & Cullinan and at tachment of real estate was made by City Sheriff William F. Russell. The plaintiff claims that the leather belt operating the drop press broke. caus- ing the accident to happen.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
NEGRO FANATIC IS
 READY TO DIE. Wants to Pay Penalty for Refusing to Evangelize the World.

Timothy Johnson, a negro wearing a uniform coat of the l.. I. R. R walked into police headquarters last night declaring he had received a rev. elation from the Lord on Jan. II, 1T which he was told that he must gc forth at once and preach to the null titudes.
 He told the policemen that he had not fulfilled the orders and was ready to be put to death. Johnson was locked up over night and today was turned over the Charities department He is held at Lakeview home for fur ther examination.
 Another man supposed to be insane was taken from the police to Lake view home today. He is Albert Budja aged AS, of 56 Hallett street, who has terrorized the children of his neigh borhood for some time by his strange antics in pursuing them.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
UNCLE SAM NOW TAXES HAND IN PROTECTING AMERICAN
 INTERESTS IN NICARAGUA

being classed as a pirate craft by the United States as the result of her in- reference with the American owned vessel Els Fuerzo
 The State Department was informed today by Consul Moffatt at Bluefields that the Venus had stopped and searched the Els Fuerzo. which was at that time flying the Nicaraguan flag. The Venus is now lying off shore about fifteen miles north of Bluefields.
 The fact that the vessel was flying the Nicaraguan flag makes the incl dent more complicated than it would have been if the American colors had been displayed. But at the same time the United States. not having recog- Elzed the authority of the Madriz gov ernment. will consider it proper to take any necessary steps for the pro- lection of American property.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
Especial from United Press)

Especial from United Press)
 Washington, May 26-Although the State Department has not as yet is- sued specific instructions regarding the latest developments in the Near aguan struggle. Commander Gilmer of the Paducah, under general instruc- tions from the State Department. has full authority to protect American in tereSts
 He may attack the forces about Bluefields at any time he considers it necessary. The bluejackets under his command reinforced by the ships in the harbor are believed able to quell any disorder.
 The steamer Venus. the merchant man of war of the Madriz government in Nicaragua. today is in danger of
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
STATE OF CONNECTICUT. DISTRICT OF BRIDGEPORT. ss.. PROBATE COURT.
May 26 10

 Estate of Heating Minors of Bridge port, in said District.
 The guardian having made applica- tion for an order authorizing her to sell certain real estate belonging to said estate, as per said application on file duly appears.
 Ordered, That the said application be heard and determined at the Pro bate Office in Bridgeport, on the 18th day of May, 1910, at g o'clock in the forenoon, and this Court directs said Guardian to give notice to all persons interested in said estate to appear if they see cause, and be heard thereon. by publishing this order once in a newspaper having a circulation in said district on or before the 27th day of May, A. D., 1910, and return make to the Court of notice given.
 Attest,
 EDWARD P. NOBBS, Judge.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
Special from United Press.)

Bristol, May 26-President William J. Tracy of the Connecticut Baseball League today made public a letter from Thomas J. Connery, manager of the Hartford baseball club, accusing Tracy of '.self advertising and hold ing him responsible 'for anything that may happen to Umpire F'ahey when he comes on the Hartford ball grounds
 As the result of the fracas at the New Haven-Hartford game at New Haven last Sunday in which by com mon consent the visitors showed the white feather and made a mess of the whole performance though 5000 people paid admission to see a good. game, Tracy fined Connery $10 and suspend ed him from the league during the current week. On account of the in
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
COURT TAKES PAPERS
 IN STOUT DIVORCE

In the Superior court, today, the trial of the suit of Elsie I. Stout of Stamford, against Robert V. Stout, for divorce, was heard. The plain tiff testified to many queer practices by the man. In transports of vio- lence, she testified, he would bite her again and again. Sometimes she said, her face would be raw. The complaint is intemperance and cruel ty. The court took the papers.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
CARPENTERS DEMAND FOR
 HALF HOLIDAY WITH PAY
 IS SUBSTANTIALLY GRANTED

The Carpenters union, has won what appears ikea splendid victory in their demand for a half holiday on Saturday without loss of pay The second offer of the Master Builders Association is to pay the men 43 3-4 cents an hour. This is equivalent to $19.14 for A hour week. At present the men are receiving $1e.5O for a AS hour week. The men sacrifice 36 cents
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26

in their week pay envelope and get four hours off. The committee which received the officers from the Master Builders Association had power to act but was divided in the matter of talk ing the responsibility. Now the pro- position will be sumitted to a spe. cial meeting to be held tomorrow might. The master builders will receive the answer of the men at a special meet ing to be held on Saturday night.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
Boys Arrested Trying to
 Pawn Woman's Watch

Edward Senilack of 345 Willard street and Edward Shack who lives near Old Mill Green, both minors. were arrested at noon today by De tective Hall in connection with the less of gold watch belonging to Miss Alice Cullen of 507 Park avenue.
 The boys claim to have found the watch in Polls theatre, where one is an usher. Their visit to a pawn shop with the timepiece led to their ar- rest
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
COUPLE
 SUE FOR INJURIES IN XMAS EVE SMASH

As the outcome of a Christmas eve smash up of two vehicles in Pembroke street. suits were brought today by Simeon and Sarah Jane JeninSon of TrumbuH against Donate Verilli of East Bridgeport.
 Verilli ran down the two Jenkinsons from the rear, it is alleged. and both were thrown out. Sarah Jane Jenkin- son, the wife of Simeon, fractured three ribs, and suffered injuries of her back, shoulder and also internal in juries. She claims $1.000. Her hus- band claims he was shaken up about $500 worth
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
JOHN DOYLE TO
 CELEBRATE TONIGHT

In jubilation over the decision of Judge Wheeler today in allowing the hill climb to be held at Snake Hill Decoration John Boyle the enterpris- ing pharmacist of Fairfield will fitting ly observe the event this evening He will put on all manners of new dress in the line of decoration in his store and will illume the sky with up to da te fire works
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
MAYOR INSPECTING
 GARBAGE PLANTS

Mayor Buckingham left this city, this morning in company with Presi- dent George Eugene Ober of the Board of Health. They will be gone several days and will visit Hartford, New Bedford and Providence to examine into the methods employed in the. disposal of garbage.
 During the absence of the mayor President John H. McMurray of the Common Council is again the city's chief executive.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
GAS COMPANY PAYS
 $17,41S.6O IN TAXES

The sum of s57,O0O was taken in by Tax Collector Donnelly, yesterday. This morning the Bridgeport Gaslight Go. paid s17,41S.60, and the Hicks Realty Go. paid s3,993.99. The office of the collector will be open tonight.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
LOCOMOTIVE SPARK
 FIRES A ROOF

The fire department this afternoon extinguished the burning roof of a dwelling house at 596 Hancock ave- nue. They used chemicals. It is be- lieved that a spark from a passing locomotive caused the fire.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
COMMANDERY DRILL

A drill of Hamilton Commanderv Knights Templar, will be held at the Masonic Temple, this evening. All members who intend taking the Vel lowstone Park trip. August 2, are re- quested to be present
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
Bloomer dresses for little girls.

Wonder is that nobody thought to make such sensible dresses before.
 Just the incest thing mother could ask for; either for play or service.
 Made practically in one piece with blooners of same pattern and fabric as outer dress.
 Button down the back and so made that they are easily ironed.
 Little girls will delight in them. They are slipped on in a jiffy; are as comfortable as can be. Don't even have to wear an underwaist in the hot e tabs to fasten the supporters to. lmbray, and percale. Pretty plain col hecks.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26

1t was said at the office of Judge Fillmore $. Banks, this afternoon, that MT. Sturges will take no further steps to prevent the hill climb. "He has done what he deemed his duty and will not take advantage of the criminal law to prevent the race" it was declared.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26

Bucharest, May 26-For injurinR his
 mount in a race today Jockey Gallah was shot and killed by infuriated book
 makers. The murderers made their
 escape but are being pursued by a
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
Nlear out prices make suits go.

Almost surely, there is a cloth suit here that will please you who read this.
 It is a suit in excellent style; probably of exclusive pattern. You can buy it for very very much less than it's regular price. That is simply because we are clearing them all out.
 $12.5O and $13.5O suits,- $9.5O.
 $15 to SIS suits,- -$11.5O.
 $2O to $27.5O suits,- $14.5O.
 $3O to $37.50 suits,- $25. Second floor Curtains cheap; Y ou may share.
 Had a good many lots of curtains in this lot sale.
 So there is time for you to share.
 Great savings to be made; handsome curtains to be had.
 In lots of ? 3 or 4 pairs; with a-fourth of usual price cut right off.
 Third floor DRY GOODS co.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1910-05-26
HOWLAND'E

Bridgeport, Weafler-Far, cooler tonight;
 Thursda
 Every wear-need for Memorial Day is to be promptly and properly filled here.
 White dresses and white hats and even white shoes; for
 White outittngs of dainty youthful style for girls. Blue serge and fancy suits for boys Shoes and hats and everything to go with them,
 Handsome negge shirts and tasteful stylish furnish ngs for
 Every need for every sport; for the who wishes to devote part of the day to his favorite pastime
Connecticut western news., 1910-06-30
A New Principal is Engaged for the
 Canaan High School.
Albert G. EIdridge, a Harvard Graduate to Take Charge
 Next Term.

A meeting of the school committee was held last Saturday afternoon. As it is customary at the June meeting to organize for the ensuing year, the fol lowing officers were elected: E. s. Rob erts, chairman; A. P Freeman, secretary; E. s. Roberts, A. P. Freeman and Rev. E. O. Gillette were elected acting school visitors.
 The resignation of Daniel Keete, who has moved to Bridgeport, was received and the committee placed on record a minute expressing their appreciation of his long and faithful service on the board. The committee appointed Charles F. Roberts to fill the vacancy thus caused until the town meeting.
 The School Committee make the fol lowing announcement concerning the plans for the high school for the coming
 [Continued on page 8.1
Connecticut western news., 1910-06-30
A SON OF SHARON
 CRUISING THE BRINE,
George D. Wilbur Writes Interestingly of His Naval Cruise in Foreign Lands on the U. s. s. New York

The following letter from George D. Wilbur of the U. s. Navy, e we'll known Sharon boy, and son of our esteemed town clerk, J, B. Wilbur. will be read with interest by NEWS readers:
 From Toulon, France, we got under way May 2S at 8. m. bound for Spszia, Italy, distance of 200 knots, and were soon passing among 8 group of islands belonging to France, the names of which do not know. Some were very noun tainous, while others were of low rolling hills and looked to be well cultivated Many beautiful farm and commodeous farm houses could be seen, and it almost made me wish that lived there. On the hill tops we could occasionally see the foundations of ancient Castles, show ing that in some past ages these islands were doubtless of importance, but to the present race, the beautiful stories their walls might tell are probably oblit- erated. We travelled very slow, as we did not wish to reach Spezia until the following morning. All day we were passing along in sight of the French Coast, and at p. m. we could look to the northward, and dimly see the snow capped mountains ot the southern Alps. Shortly after dark, indications of g storm were noticeable, a high wind set our ship to rolling and was thankful to be relieved from duty at midnight. and go below and turn in. in my ham mock, as there was also indications of another storm brewing within me.