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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
SHUSTER WILL RECEIVE
 HIS SALARY IN FULL.

Washington, Dec. 22-Following the busting by the Persian parliament of it's American treasurer, w. Morgan Sinister, it was said. today. at the State Department, that Sinister will receive every cent of salary under his three year contract with Persia. A clause in the contract provides for a continuance of salary in case of dis missal for any cause. Russia cannot gobble up any part of Persia even though succeeding in having Sinister dismissed, it is said. The United States has always regarded Persia as a sovereign state and it's sovereignty will be continued by joint action of Great Britain and Russia, it is be- lieved here.
 state department against Shuster's dismissal Officials of the diplomatic corps say this country could not and will not keep an American from ac- cepting. in his private capacity. any position with a. foreign nation.
 w Morgan Sinister the deposed treasurer general of Persia, has had the odd experience of being dismissed from office because he did the work too we'll.
 The young American, upon the rec ompmendation of President Taft, was secured by. Persia to take charge of chr Sickly financial affairs. Within a few months he had almost $1,OOO 900 in the treasury. which was empty when he took charge.
 Russia began to grow uneasy. She and England had looked upon the sit- uation in Persia with great satisfac. tion and had intended to .take the territory as soon as the government became bankrupt. The financiers, whoshad been accustomed to do about as they pleased in Persia, found them selves thwarted by the American. They protested to the CZar. Persia received a polite notification that Shuster's presence was not wanted. Then followed the famous ultimatum, when Persia refused to dismiss the American, demanding Shuster's dis miSsal.
 The Persian cabinet, which was pro- Russian in sympathy. was willing to get rid of the treasurer-general but parliament refused to fall in line with the ministry.
 Three weeks ago Russia gave or ders~ for an occupation of Persia Sev- eral hundred Cossacks which she had been assembling at Reicht, on the Cas- plan Sea, were ordered to advance to Kasbin They were joined by 5000 infantry but a terrific blizzard halted their advance pn Teheran. The troops were to have left Kasbin for Teher. an. today. had not the Persian parlia. ment finally consented to yield.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Boxing May Be Supervised By
 A Commission

A boxing commission of three ex- perts to pass upon the suitability of clubs applying for permits to hold sparring matches, was the suggestion of Police Superintendent Birfnin gham this morning in discussing the diff culties attendant upon a proper hand ling of boxing shows in this city,.
 Furthermore the superintendent has already put into effect rule that a bond of $500 must be posted by any club holding a boxing exhibition. in order to ensure good behavior and no "fakes'' Only one exhibition a month is permitted, and that must be under the auspices of recognized club. This is in accordance with the son.
 II think it would be a mighty good thing to have three expertS-me en who understand boxing and how to regulate tito pass upon applicants and decide what clubs shall be given Superintendent Birmingham this morning.
 .aThese men would understand what bouts should be permitted, name the proper conditions, and report to me, and could issue the permit" said Superintendent Birmingham.
 "I would suggest the names or Patrolman Isaac Williams and Rich ard Howell as two we'll qualified men to serve en such commission.
 Patro1man Williams is a veteran boxer himself and was once spar ring partner of John l.. Sullivan. MT. Howell is considered an authority on the boxing game. The name of Prof. James Atlas is suggested as the third member of the commission. Prof. Atlas is a former champion wrestler and well experienced inZthe details of managing such exhibitions. Thes9 3 three men would be well qualified to serve as experts upon boxing com mission, and it is possible that some action may be taken upon Superin- tendcnt Birmlngham's suggestion.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22

them. They held a number of confer- .ences, and at length it was suggested by group of the larger parties in in- terest that the most equitable way to effect the adjustment of the bur- den was by cooperation not only among themselves, but with the man. ufa cturers as we'll.
 The manufacturers selected Frank T.. Staples head of James Staple & Co, bankers, to effect an appraisal of their plants. MT. Staples figures were then turned over to the board of to complain over the manner in which MT. Staples had performed his task. They promptly added to the existing valuations such increases as MT. Staples pointed out in his list, and the resulting total was allowed to stand as the valuation of the manu> featuring plants for 1911.
 The grand list will not reach $100.- 900, ,000s The list for 1910 was 89, ,166. 900. It was at first contemplated to eff feet an increase in valuations upon manufacturing plants large enough to bring up the total including the nor- mai increase in land values and new buildings, to $100, 0,000.00
 After several conferences between the manufacturers and the adminis- tration, it was decided that if the factories bore about $5.000,000 that
 
 The assessors have not levied any increase in Main street property. val- nations for this year. Next year it is likely that there will be revision of the values of properties in the bus mess center.
 The assessors have not increased the lists of the small home owners for this year, This Is the general rule, but. there are few exceptions.
 Only an estimate of the grand list can be lnMde today. But il is sbeifevSd' that it will be in the neighborhood of E$96, 000. .00A The five millions contri- buted by the manufacturers increase will be augmented by the natural in crease from new buildings and the appreciation of land values.
 There has been little effort to boost the taxable valuation of undeveloped real estate, much of which is held by spectators upon the outskirts, for high prices, but for which small taxes are paid.
 Mayor Wilson, the assessors, and MT. Staples have worked in harmony throughout the compiling of the grand list. Mayor Wilson has receiv- ed assurances from Mr. Staples, on behalf of the manufacturers affected, that there will be on appeal from the amount of taxation levied upon the various plants.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
OBITUARY

Mary Considine, wife of Patrick J. Driscoll, passed away early this morning at her home, No. 4 Organ street. Although in failing health, for some time her death was a shock to a large number of friends in this city. She always resided in the West End. and was parishioner of St. Peters church. Beside her husband, she is survived by five children, three sons. John, Joseph and George; two daughters, Catherine and Nellie and three sisters, Mrs. Mary Shields of this city and the Misses Della and Susan Considine of Brooklyn, N. Y. The funeral will be held on Sunday.
 George W. Engle, IT,, son of MT. and Mrs. George w. Engle of St. John street, New Haven, and we'll known in this city. died in New Ha- ven yesterday. MT. Engle's remains will be brought to this city Sunday afternoon, after funeral services have been held in New Haven. Burial will be in Lakeview cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22

Five millions of dollars. in round figures, have been added to the tax able valuations of Bridgeport manu- featuring enterprises. through the working out of a, scheme by which the increased grand list is apportioned among the various manufacturers to their mutual satisfaction.
 The work of estimating the part that each of the manufacturers of the city was to bear has been done by Frank T. Saples. the well known bank CT. MT. Staples was the choice of the Manufacturers Association for this work, and though the plan was work ed out with much precaution as to secrecy, it became known today that practically all the principal industu al enterprises of the city have shared in the investigation and have agreed to abide by the finding of Mir. Staples.
 The work of MT. Staples was concur red in by the members of the Board of Assessors. with the result that the manufacturers will pay over to the city taxes on s, 0o0,0o0 more for the list of 1911 than they paid fin 1910. With 15 mill tax. which Mayor Will son has practically promised. the in cTS2ses from this source alone will be $56J100 par year.
 The grand list has been completed. but the footings cannot be made until a certain amount of work Is checked up. Within 8 day or. two, however. the lists will be turned over to Clerk Loren Delbridge of the board. to be totalled-% The list, nnders the law. should be in the. hands of City Auditor Keatins not later than New Years. Thi1 means that the total grand list will he flied with the auditor not later than q week from next Tuesday.
 TE6 Increase in tax upon big indus1 trial establishments has been a part of the program of the new admGnie- tration- Mayor Buckingham secured a number of important atx increases upon local manufacturies. claiming that the small home owners were pay ing an unjust share of the taxes. The present administration plans to continue the work.
 about a month ago, shortly after Mayor Wilson got settled into office h4Fsummoned the assessors and told them what he expected. It didn't take long for the manufacturers to learn that they were expected to do more towards the public purse and they soon effected concerted action.
 The manufacturers were given to understand by the administration that at least $5.u00.0o was expected from
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Mayor Reticent Pending Reply
 From Collectors
 Of Personal Tax

Mayor Wilson, who believes that tors should be done. through the of fee of the regular collector, didn't care to make extended comment on the situation following his letter re- questing the resignations of the three collectors appointed by his predeces- sor-
 'I have written a letter asking for their resignations I would prefer to defer saying anything until I receive a reply from them"
 He wouldn't say what course he would pursue on receipt of their com- munication, and wouldn't say whether he would seek to. forestall an appro. priation by the board of apportfon- ment for their salaries.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
SADIE w. HALL IS
 SEEKING DIVORCE:

Sadie w. Hall of this city, who was unable to secure divorce in the sur perior court last week, has filed a sec- ond petition asking to be free from Howard H. Hall. The couple were married October 31, 1903. Mrs. HaIl alleges intolerable cruelty, habitual intemperance and desertion. Mrs. Halls maiden name was Sadie Par trick. She says Hall left her Janu- ary S. 19OS The suit was heard be- fore judge Curtis last week but the court was not satisfied with the evil dence at that time. Mrs. Hall lives in the North End:
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
RICHESON REPORTED
 IN DYING CONDITION

Boston, Dec. 22-It developed shortly after noon today. following a visit of Dr. Howard A. Lothrop, the second in a few hours. that Rev. C.. V. T. Richeson, who mutilated himself fn Charles street Jail while awaiting trial for the murder of Avis Linnell, has taken a turn for the worse. Re- ports which are not denied by Sheriff Seayey and Dr. Lothrop, say that the ex-minister is hanging between life and death. It is said heroic efforts are being made to prevent blood pofs- oning setting it, and that the young Virginian is so weak it fs thought in- advisable to move him from his cell cot to the jail if1firmary.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
BY MIRACLE HE ESCAPES DEATH
 ]. IN BAD TUMBLE

Escaping death only by the most miraculous good luck, Charles Took CT, aged 46, of 79 North Washington avenue fell off the roof of a moving picture theatre at Stratford avenue and Bunnell street this forenoon. tumbIing headlong and Y striking squarely on his head and shoulders
 Mortified witnesses rushed to Took CT. expecting to find his skull crush ed. He was unconscious, and the am- bulance corps was summoned. Tooker was taken to the Emergency hospital where it was ascertained that he was suffering from nothing worse than a slight concussion of the brain. He was taken home. not much the worse for his accident.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Upon PerSia'S Intima. ton Shuster Re- Iinquishes His
 Position 
Russia Succeeds in Forcing Yankee Treasurer-G General to Retire-Persian People Loyal to American-Shuster a Vic tim of British and Russian Conspiracy = Rehabiitated Persia's Finances,
Special from United Press.)


 Teheran, Dec. 22-Parliament today yielded to the demands of Russia that W. Morgan Shuster. the American treasurer-generaL be dismissed. The action is in direct opposition to the people, who have loyally supported the young American during his incum- bency.
 Persia has submitted to every de- mand made by Russia, it is reported, although no official announcement of the action has been given out. It is believed that a new treasurer-general will be secured from America or some European country. The new official cannot take office, however, until sia Einsland lnnd,, aP1 sne Russia have confirmed
 Shuster declared he was Sperfectly satisfied to withdraw, provided the Persian parliament was convinced that such action was necessary for the wei fare of Persia.
 A messenger from parliament carried &he notice to Shuster in the form of a formal note. He replied with his res- igna ton, in which he thanked the members of parliament for standing by him so Loyalty and only yielding when the independence of Persia was threatened.
 News of Shuster's dismissal has not yet reached the public. The people are ardent in their support of Shus- ter and 1t Is believed the action will be vigorously resented.
 Officess are going about the city posting ssLtrl notices forbidding the people tfcomgreEatosi in the streets or to remonstrate against any actfon of the government
 There is wild excitement over the report that Russian troops are advanc- true, however. as the Russian soldiers have received orders to remain at Kasbin. Unless there is an outbreak following the announcement of Shus- ter's dismissal, the troops will be withdrawn.
 The Russian ultimatum, to the terms of which Persia has agreed, was de- livered to the Persian government by the Russian minister at Teheran, on November 2S. It demanded the dis missal of Sinister, prompt apology from the Persian government for a1- legged interference with the property of Persians under Russian protection (the former Shah) and the payment of an indemnity to Russia for expen- ditures incurred in sending troops to the Persian frontier.
 The national council declined at first to comply with these demands, al- though the cabinet was inclined to do so. It is said Russia threatened to order the advance of 4.000 troops sta toned at Kastln. 96 miles northwest within A hours.
 The trouble, therefore, is believed to be ended unless Persian popular opin- ion leads to resistance.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Especial from United Press,

Especial from United Press.)
 New York. Dec. 22.-Walter M. s. Lowell, better known on the stage as Wright Lorin.er, the famous actor who starred for number of years in "The Shepherd King" committed sui- eide. today, in lis home, 124 West 65th street, by inhaling. Illuminating gas.
 Lorimer's suicide was sensational He went into the kitchenette of his apartment, lay down on the floor, thrust his head into the oven portion of a gas stove and turned on the gas. His body, in that position, was found, today, by the superintendent, of the building. who was investigating be- cause of the odor of escaping gas. [ primer evidently had been dead for sex eral hours. The coroner's office is inyestiga ting.
 Lorimer is believed to have been Respondent.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
SENSATIONAL SUICIDE OF FAMOUS ACTOR WRIGHT
 LORIMER IN GAS OVEN

He sued William Brady, last sum mer, for $14S.O00 for alleged violation of contract. He saId Brady injured his reputation by saying that LoTfmsr went on the stage in Syracuse fn a drunken condition and, failing to pro- duce "The Shepherd KiEg" as he had promised.
 Wright J.orimer was born in Affo1l Worcester County, Mass, March 1Gy 1874. He graduated from Worcester Academy and from Colgate University and later went to England where as took several courses in physiology and English literature. After his return he was offered professorsf1ips in Eng fish in several of the leading eastern universities, but decided to follow his natural inclination, the stage. His first engagement was as a member Of the Dearborn Stock Company, fs Chi cago, as a utility man. His last play was ''The Shepherd King which he staged, himself, under the dfrscffon of William A. Brady.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Thousands of Xmas
 Gifts for Europe Held At Dead Letter Oncs
Especial from United Prezr

sSpT>is%l AIoni CuAtcu FrS38t
 Washington, Dec. 22-Ths gan<a Claus, who makes a regular annual trip to Europe, was forced Co leavs behind him at the dead letter office. this year, some 1000 Christmas pres ents and $500 Christmas Istfers and post cards. The wrapped sup presents were unmai1abIe in the fnterne sons1 parcels post either because fh1, dfd not bear enough stamps CT bscs1se the senders forgot to afTx the cue- toms declarations. The letters and post cards could not go because they bore Christmas stamps and fabeIs So~< bidden by foreign post offices
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
JAMES P. DEWITT
 SUED FOR DIVORCE

Mollie Bray Dewitt of this city has brought divorce proceedings against James P. Dewitt. Habitual intemper.
 ance is the ground The couple were married October 25 1898. Mrs. De- witt asks the court to allow her to resume her maiden name of Mollie Bray. The action which is filed through Attorney W. " Bent. is re. turnable to the January term of court.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Wilson Charmed With
 New York's Mayor

Mayor Wilson characterized Mayor Gaynor as "a very delightful man to meet" speaking today of bis visit with the local building comudssion to New York city yezseraax
 commission to New York to acquaint them with the methods in use in that city. He said he had not decided upon the aappointment of commis- sioner. The term of Former Alder
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Eeath Of First Woman In Public
 Office In Ohio
Especial from United Press

Especial from United Press,
 Cleveland, Dec. 22.-Mrs. E. M. Avery, probably the foremost club woman of Cleveland, died suddenly, ,oday, of heart failure. She was 67 years of age.
 Mrs. Avery was the first woman ad- nitted to public office in Ohio-that of member of the board of education. She. was editor of the American Monthly, official publication of the O. A. R.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
STRIKE LEADERS ARE
 ALLOWED TO WATT
 ON STRIKE BREAKERS
fspecial from TJnised px~.~.

tcpeSldf lE0AH OHste0 RT&5
 Dunkirk, N. F.. Dec. zz--one o< tfse strangeet agreements ever entered In to with strikers was affected fsers Co day following the threat of sher4<< Hall to call for the State kroo1s h there was ary more fiotinz aroun sfs< American ys-oconotfvs ConTo<4zvf& plant. A committee Of strike fzadsrs strikebreakers and urge them. faw- fully, to quit work After thaf. 25 strikebreakers will De sworn In to pre- serve order.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
PROF. PARKER TO MAKE THIRD ATTEMPT AT
 SCALING MT. M.KINLEY

Hertzchel Parker of Columbia IJnf- versity. announced, today, that he will leave, January To- for Alaska. to make his third attempt to scale Mt. Mckinley. which Dr. Frederick Cook claimed to have climbed. which claim was denied by Cooks guides
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Open Shop Policy
 For Cotton Mills In Manchester, Eng.
Especial from United Press. }

Manchester. Eng. Dec. 22-Owners of the cotton mills, today, served mo- tice on their employees that, begin ming next Wednesday, an open shop policy would be adopted All of the 16O.00o cotton workers must submit or be locked out
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
Capture Of Gen. Reyes By Federal
 Troops Reported
Special from United Press

tSpeclal rom Unlteu TreSS.)
 Mexico City, Dec. 22-It is reported n unofficial circles here, today, that General Bernardino Reyes, hero of Mexican wars and said to be chief instigator in a rebellion against Pres Ident Madero, has been captured by Federal troops at Camargo, in the state of Tamaulipas If the report is true, 1t is believed Reyes will be drumhead courtmartialed and shot.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22
$5,OOO,OOO INCREASE FOR MANUFACTURERS APPORTIONED BY F. I.
 STAPLES AMONG THEM
Work of Tax Equalization Begun by Mayor Buckingham to be Continued by
 Mayor Wilson

Assessors Approve Work of MT. Staples, Who Was Se lected to Make Valuation by Manufacturers Asso- ciation--Grand List Will Not Reach $100000,000 Point. s5-a
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22

man W. H. R. DuBofs ss comm s<- sioner expires Jan. 1. The name of is the latest in current political xoe- sip as that of the likely candidate.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22

"Classified'' Ads. on inside page of this paper.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-12-22

"Ciassined" ads on inside page 4< tlais paper.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-05-20
FOR SAFE AND SANE FOURTH
Chief Donahue Prepares Some Rules
3 to Be Enforced.
No pYNAMTTE CRACKERs eO
Citizens May Have Fireworks cele-
bratiOns, but Only Under Ger
tain Regulations to BE APP
proved by the Board.

No firecrackers. except the little ones
and no fireworks, except undedr the strict
est supervision, are to be permitted by
Chief Donahue, who has his own ideas
OF safe and sane Fourth of July. Under
no circumstances will the toting or dis
charging of firearms, loaded with blank
cartridges, be tolerated" says the chief.
Chief Donahue- is making his plans for
police regulations on the national holiday.
AS soon as he gets them completed, he will
send them to the fire and police board for
approval. He believes in taking time by
the foreock, especially in matters of this
Importance.
IT like to see everyone enjoy himself"
says the chief. But not at the expense OF
life and limb. In the main people are too
careless on the Fourth and for that reason
we have to regulate them, because they
won't regulate themselves.
I'VE will not permit the firing of crack
ers, except of the smallest kind. No giant
firecrackers. or those charged with dyna-
mite. will be allowed. Neither will the
discharge of firearms under any cond-
lions be permitted.
However, II citizens want to have fire
works near their homes they will be
permitted to do So but only under rigid
supervision. The regulations will cover ali
these cases and citizens will be advised in
plenty OF time"
Omaha daily bee., 1911-05-20
Ask Bids to Pave
Seventeen Streets
City Clerk Will Advertise for Curb
ing and Paving This Week
Paved Next Year.

Bids for the paving anu curbing Of streets
IN seventeen districts Will be asked By the
city clerk this week. The highways TO be
improved include streets in all sections OF
the city. 1t Is believed. however, that work
" l not be started until next year because
of the inadeQuacy Oh intersection money
4 ne streets TO be paved are:
Chicago street, Fourteenth to Fifteenth
street; Ninth street. Howard to Douglas
street: Thirty-fourth street. Hamilton TO
Parker street. Thirty-fifth street, Leayen-
worth 10 Mason and Martha TO Arbor
street: Douglas street, Sixteenth TO Twen-
tieth street; ArbOr street Thirty
avenue TO Thirty-fifth street; rhirty-flrst
street. Poppleton 10 Woolwoorth avenue,
ThTty-fifth street, Leavsnworth 10 Howard
street; Davenport street, Eleventh to Thir-
teenth street, Castelar, street, Thirty sec
ond street TO Thirty-second avenue. on
tariO street b 10 Twentieth street; b
street, Thirteenth 10 Ontario street; Twen-
ty-fifth avenue. Ames avenue TO tax lot Il,
Decatur street rWenty-fourth to Twenty
ninth street, ana Tenth street, Douglas "a
the viaduct