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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
McCURDY WILL
 ATTEMPT KEY WEST TO HAVANA FLIGHT TOMORROW

Key West. Fla, Jan. 27.-weather conditions, early today, indicated that it would be impossible for J. A. D.. McCurdy to attempt his biplane flight to Havana, until tomorrow. McCur- dy declared his determination to make the flight though the wind has prevented his attempt throughout the week. His friends feared, today, that his impatience would lead him to take too great chance if the wind showed indications of dying out.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
ST. JOsEPH's T. l.. & B.

The annual smoker and entertain ment of the St. Joseph's Temperance, Literary and Benevolent society was held last night in the society's rooms on Barnum avenue. A splendid pro- gram has been arranged by the en- tertainment committee and the affair proved to be well up to the usual ex- cellent standard of the association's s entertainments
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
PLEAS FOR MISSIONARIES.

At a largely attended laymen's mis- sionary supper at St. Georges church last evening, a number of interesting speakers explained the work of Chris tian missions in foreign countries and stated their req sons why the business men of America should support the missions. Rev Ellis Bishop, rector of the church, presided as toastmas- far
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
THE PRETTIEST FACE

and the most beautiful hands are of- ten disfigured by an unsightly wart It can easily be removed in a few days without pain by using Cyrus Wart Remover, for sale only at The Cyrus Pharmacy 253 Fairfield avenue and 186 Cannon St.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
NIGHTRIDERS BLAMED
 FOR TOBACCO BLAZE,
(SpeciaI from United Pres.

Lancaster, Ky, Jan. 27.--Night- fire which destroyed the big tobacco barn of Virgil Gastrineau, near here, last night, with 14,000 pounds of tobacco. It is believed to be the starting of fresh series of nightrider outbreaks.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
CLEANEASY, THE BEST HAND
 SOAP

Guaranteed not to injure the skin. Instantly removes Stove Polish, Rust, Grease, Ink, Paint and Dirt. For the hand or clothing. Large can 10 cents Manufactured by Wm. R. Winn, 244 Stratford Ave.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
LEAVES BABY. ON DOORSTEP
 WRAPPED IN PLAIN SHAWL

Especial from United Press.l | New Haven, Jan. 27.-'William Hallock,'' aged 10 days, is doing pretty we'll, today. thank you, at New
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
NEWSY NUGGETS
 OF LOCAL IMPORT

CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR RALLY.
 The third district of the local Chris tian Eudeavorers held an enthusiastic rally at the Kings Highway Chapel on King street last night. A num- Der of interesting speakers were heard.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
ADELPHIAN GUARDS ENTERTAIN

"A Nautical Knot charming comedy was given last evening before an appreciative audience in Warner hall, by the members of the Adelphian Oxford Guards. Afterward the per- formers were guests at a banquet at The Stra
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-01-27
STEAMER TO RESUME.

The steamer City of Fall River, which has been tied up in the local harbor for several weeks, is soon to resume her regular trips between this city, New Haven and New York.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
A PAGE DAILY In COLORS

The State journal is now printing
what are generally considered the
best features. best cartoons and best
comic pages available. including the
inimitable McCutcheon, the irresist-
ible Mutt and JEFF, the bright, witty
and popular DaffydiIs, the funny Gold
berg, the wholesome and 'side burst
ing'' Lena undt Loui, and the enjoy
able Sambo, etc, and the very best,
let any woman read it and see. House.
hold Department by Marion Harland
famous for her work.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
HIGH SCHOOL NOTES

The weekly meeting of the Forensic
club was held at the high school this
afternoon and the following program was
given Parliamentary drill, debate on
whether capital punishment should be
abolished by Ira Hicks, Ralph Button,
Charles johnson and Charles Lyon.
The Christmas number OF the High
School World was issued today. The
cover Is very attractive winter scene
drawn by S. Wehe. Two good stories,
one by Edith Updegraff, and the other
one by "A. Spirit" are also in the issue.
The teachers of the high school are
taking a great interest in the Girls De
batting club. and are aiding it all they
can. The girls are greatly interested in
the suffrage question.
The high school basketball team will
play during the season with teams repre-
senting Westport. Manual, and Central
high schools of Kansas City, Kansas City.
Kan. high school. st. Joe, Lincoln, and
Omaha high schools.
The girls of the senior class of the high
school viii give party 10 the members
of this years football team on the night
OF December 80 at the home OF ]. NJ.
Meade at Crane and Western.
Miss Maude Bishop of the high school
will spend part of the holidays in Lin
coin 4Seb
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
CAYNOR EXTENDS PLAN.
First on Eligibility List Must Be Pro
NOTED, He Says

New York. Dec. 22.-Mayor Gaynor
has extended to all departments Of the
New york city government the rule ne
made when he first came into offlce IN
the police and fire departments that
promotions must be mace IN ln 49, ~
i9a,.ical order in which the candidates
stand on the civil service eligible lists
Under fntiel the law the head Of a depart
ment may select any one Of the nrst
three names.
IF We can establish this general
foIlowed nv those who come after US, =
comments com, the mayor, the possibility
Of favoritism and corruption in ap-
pointnaents and promotions is at an
end permanently.'
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
LIKE THE RABBITS
Moor Of City Appreciate Efforts
OF Z. Ii. StOtts.
Game Killed by Commissioners
Party Helps Them.
DINNERS SENT OUT
Salvation Army Begins Distri-
button Saturday Afternoon.
Demands for Children's Clothing
Not Yet Filled.

The efforts OF Commissioner F. B.
Stotts in making a collection of rab-
bits at Garden city for the Provident
association has met with the general
approval of the poor people Of the
getty and it is acknowledged by the Off
GERS of the Provident association that
che rabbits which We're received will
do more to relieve hungry humanity
than anything that has happened re-
Gently.
The rabbits were received Thursday
morning and about $50 We're distribut-
ed during the day. large number
ar. being given out today. Two or
three are being given to each family IN
proportion to the number of persons
in the family and they are being re-
ceived with such pleasure that the
work of the comm issioner in gathering
and shipping them to the Pr0vldent
association viii never be forgotten.
owing to the business depression
that is being felt throughout the city
there are many families in reduced
circumstances The amount of meat
consumed by them has been reduced
accordingly A number of families are
compelled to do without meat and the
rabbits are thankfully received. The
officers of the Provident association
have sent out notices to the people on
their list to the headquarters and re-
ceive their allotment
Crowd skins Rabbits.
a number of men are employed to
clean the rabbits and remove the skin
that they be ready to wash and cook
Immediately after being taken home.
All of the rabbits viii be cleaned and
passed out as thought best by the Off
Gers of the Provident association. A
large number will be put in cold stor
age and preserved for future use. 1t
IS likely that the entire supply viii not
Pie disposed of for at least two weeks. |
The arrangement to supply the de
serving with Christmas dinners is pro- /
crossing and every family on the list |
&C the association will be remembered. /
christmas exercises for the educational |
fIasses will be held Saturday in the |
respective class rooms. The class of I
Young sewing girls viii hold their ex-
ercises and will be given Christmas |
tree and presents. the nursery class I
win be given the same and a dinner in /
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
He STILL HAS Hopes
Tang shao vi Believes the Premier
win sanction Republic

Shanghai. Dec %. - Tang Shao Vi.
No = REPRESENTING Premier Yuan Shi
Kai and the imperial government at
the peace conference between the I'M
perial and revolutionary delegates now
being held here, authorizes the Assoc
ciated Press to say that ne stiii hopes
With his views and accept the republic
as the only means of securing peace.
Tang shao vi said that Premier Yuan
shi Kai, up to o'clock this evening,
had not communicated his decision to
repudiate the suggestion of a repu bllc.
y1Ian Shi Kaf will decide against the
suggested republic after he has thor
oughly digested Tang Shao Yfs re
port giving his positive views Of the
situation
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
DOCUMENTS EXAMINED
Books and Papers Produced in the
Dynamite Case.

Indianapolis, Dec. Books and pa
pers seized from the International Asso-
citation of Bridge and Structural Iron
Workers after the arrest of the Nc
Namaras were minutely examined by the
government Investigators in the dynamite
inquiry today following the appearance
before the federal grand jury of Robert
J. Foster, a detective.
Foster was employed by the National
Erectors' association to find out who per-
petrated the explosions and his appear
ance indicated the government was tax
ing up the evidence furnished by con-
tractors whose property was destroyed
Foster visited the iron workers head
quarters several weeks ago, taking away
papers supposed to show what CORE
spOndence John Mcnamara, the secre-
taTy. lad concerning the dynamite plots.
Meantime it was learned agents of the
department of justice began seeking in
other cities correspondence sent from In
dianapolis. The federal grand jury will
adjourn until January 3. Many Wit
nesses in the east and as far west
the Pacific coast were not examined be-
cause of the Approach of the holidays but
these are to be summoned early in jan
uary. At the end of January District At
torney Miller hopes the jury will reach
conclusion regarding the dynamite con-
Splracv.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
HELD FOR BLACKMAIL.
Reporter and Editor Take Money for
Suppressing Story.

Waterbury. Conn, Dec 22.-John H
Curley. editor of the Sunday Telegraph,
with Samuel Applebaum. business man
ager of the paper, and George L.
Heron, said to be a reporter, are held
under heavy bonds here today on a
charge of blacknaiI preferred by Hugh
P McLinden, a druggist. McLinden
char ges them with having demanded
SIS for the suppression of a story.
Heron was arrested as he was leav-
ing the store with money he is said TO
have received from McLinden.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
HE'LL TRY The CLIMB.
Prof. Parker Viii Attempt to Reach
Mount NIcKinley's Top.

New York. Dec. 22-Prof- Herschel
Parker of Columbia university will
leave New York for Alaska on Janu-
airy 10 to make his third attempt to as
cend Mount Mckinley. His first effort
WAS made with the famous expedition
of DR.. Frederick A. Cook. in 1906, and
the second in 1910.
Prof. Parker Will have with him two
natives who viii have charge of the
two dog teams and Prof Belmore
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
COAL TRUST is FINED
Australian Federal Court Also Issues
an Injunction.

sydney. Dec. 22@The prosecutions
against the coal combine on whom
writs We're served on August 26, 1910,
for breaches OF the Australian anti
trust Law resulted today in each mem
Der of the trust being fined $500 by
the federal court.
against the members of the combine
for keeping up the price of coal. The
court granted an injunction today
against the combines continuing
their monopoly.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
WHY IS THIS NOT A GOOD
CHRISTMAS PRESENT?
100 DAYS TRIAL ORDER ST

The Topeka State journal is the
first and only newspaper in America
to run a page in colors every day.
Popular and exclusive features
make it one of the most interesting
and entertaining daiIies published. and
of interest in the offices. stores and
homes of every section of Kansas and
of the country.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
WINTER COMES IN.
chases Autumn Out at 4:53:24 This
Afternoon.

chicago. Dec. 22.-At 4.53:24
O'Clock this afternoon. Old Man Win
ter will rout Autumn and take pos
session
station show that at this exact mo-
1nent the sun Will reach the extreme
southern point in its course and will
start back on its northward course.
Forecaster Cox in announcing the
arrival of winter. said there was no
snow in sight for Christmas.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22
Topeka Daily State Journal

By carrier 10 cents a week: by
mail. $3.50 a year. Think of it:
'sPenny Day" Why not send 1t as
Christmas present as a daily letter
from Topeka and Kansas to friends
elsewhere.
Write the name and address on the
margin OF this paper. attach your
check or a dollar bill. mail 1.-THE
State journal will do the rest, for
100 days.
100 DAYS TRIAL ORDER 81
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-12-22

Browne. a scientist and explorer of Ia
coma Wash. The natives have al
ready set out for Seward. Alaska. with
200 pounds of food to be placed in
caches on the trail
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07

In our day there has developed In
this nation a conflict as irrepressib,e
as that Of half a century ago. II
should not, and we firmly believe will
not, be decided with physical, lethal
weapons. But II is q fight to finish.
And sooner or later every American
citizen will be volunteer or drafted
combatant on one or the other side
Enlistment will be dependent upon in
telligence. And since right settle
ment can only be delayed by pre1u
dice and fanaticism. and false, narrow
reasoning, our wish IL that all our
readers may heed our counsel TO read
without bias or preiudgment two
highly interesting serials.
We hope that every man or woman
who considers the advice of the, North
American worth taking will read with
omen mind every speech that Presi-
dent Taft has made and will make
Daring his tour of the western states.
Daily this federal jurist, competent
diplomatist and chief magistrate OF
the nation Is expressing frankly the
thoughts that inspire and control mil
Hons of Americans sincerely devoted
to one side OF Americas new irrepres'
Dtble cOnnlct.
But those thoughtful Americans who
compliment this newspaper by taking
its advice will not fail also to read O
remarkable periodical offering-the
autobiography of Robert M. LaFoL
lette, the opening chapters OF which
appear In the October issue OF the
American Magazine.
{, The voice OF the man from Wiscon-
am IL not longer one in a wilderness.
He IL power In the politics where
once he was a joke-at least: uumor
Gus fools so considered him. We cite
IaFollette for especial consideration
now. Just as we cite Mr.. Taft, simply
because we regard each as candid ex-
ponents of the. irreconcilable diner
ence OF civic thought that divides the
American people as they once were
divided by now moribund and well
etigh meaningless party labels.
Here Is the voice Of LaFollette:
we have long rested comfortably In
this country upon the assumpuon .n a
because our form of government vas
democratic, Il was therefore automau-
cally producing democrats rcsuIts
Now, there Is nothing mysts.iousiy 20.
tent about the forms and names OF
democratic institutions that should
make them self-operative. Tyranny
and oppression are just as possible I'M
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Dear BilI:
Kyoto, japan.

Dear Bill:
had my first genuine Japanese
dinner last night nd I'll try to de-
scribe II.
The riclzisha landed me at the Saw
album inn at o'clock. My friend met
me clad In native kimono. took on
my shoes, put on sandals and entered
the house.
The furniture consisted of two pill
lows on the mats. an arm rest, a stool,
smoking outfit and electric fan.
twas given a kimono and told to get
into IT, which was thrilling opera
ton because of the Mattresses run
ming In and out carrying cool drinks.
We had individual tables and the
girls started the dinner by fetching
"aslxe," II IL described as tasting
like sherry which has been kept In
q beer bottle. 1t Is served warm and
is far from bad. Next came ''suim-
ono" soup. This was followed by
'''yalizakana," fish with sauce. which
! ate with chop sticks after fashion.
''Sashimi" came next. This Is raw
fish and 1t tastes better than it sounds.
''Waumori," or boiled fish, followed
this. "Chawau mushi,v another fish
came next, followed by four vege-
|. table courses. The feast ended, we
washed out our mouths with water
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Sumptuous Gathering of Fall Millin-
ery. Rich, Yet Modestly Priced

number Of millinery styles added
showing This gathering that
find the style she favors most Paris has
inspiration and American artists added to
requirements perfectly dressed Ame
mners arisen the
the charming Paris styles which
within the reach Of
in popular styles Sailors Mushrooms Roll
black and colors Worth Sass choice
S1.ss. y --ssfts fE4ata 10
black veivets,
styles, popular. sfss s2ss and ssss.
Beaver Velour Hats hoods small medium and
$3.50
Trimmed Hats made Of velvet and silk and satin
trimmed with ribbons fancy feathers and lowers Special
q .Yt.tI .4. e.s
Readytowear the fan
Special a si.ss and s2ss. .a = $50
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07

in a horse race when Kansas votes II
Wilson Is nominated
I'VE Republicans here are afraid OF
that man He seems 20 have enough
OF real progressiveness TO satisfy lot
OF our people. And 30 far as the presi-
dent Is concerned, I'm with him and
for him. but think he's wasting time
trying TO mend his forces down here.
because he hasn't got the personal
magnetism that Is necessary to catch
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07

he'll have to mind his ps and as II
he wants to be reelected. II all de-
ponds on who Is nominated against
him. We won't stand for the much
advertised Champ clark-W. r. Hearst
ticket. And we know Judson Harmon
pretty well and haven't much use for
him. But II Woodrow Wilson Is put
up by the Democrats, I'm going to tell
you that Mr.. Taft will hnd II a nip
and-tuck thing. He'll know he's been
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
There's Beauty IN
These Sash Pins
at SOC

Here is q beautiful lot Of sash pins.
A complete assortment Of the very
newest designs In buckle shape with
sterling silver top. Then there are
those Of white metal in French gray.
silver and gold finish without stones.
fine chased designs. Others are In
French gray. green gold and oxidized
finish, set with amethysts. coral, jade,
turquoise, light sapphires. garnets
and other stones. Plenty Of latitude
OF selection and exceptional value
at soc.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
We Want Every Woman in Detroit
to Know We Are Now Forming
a Sewing Machine Club

UPON
the Saturday October 5h
lift drophead beautifully
CHARTERED The machine head
with all improvements
chainstch Standard
lifting
device easily regulated by the owner
II
Rotary, for $3.50.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Selected Suitings

The newest style suitings qualities OF
proven merit--the out-of-thecrdinary KIND.
Exclusive London Tweeds. Boucle. the New
Stripes the Checks. Matte Scotch effects.
vigoureaux The classy, distinctive kind,
Priced at, per yard. IS, $3.50, -, $3.50.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Mems Hats From
Home and Abroad

Imported Austrian Beaver Hats,
latest colors, at So.
stetson stir Hats, at $3.50 to s5s
stetson Soft Hats. at $3.50 to sis.
Youman's stln Hats. self-conform-
ing, at IS.
Imperial Soft and stIn Hats at %.
Russell Soft and sun Hats at ~.
Complete line Of J. E. Ward Eng
lish Wool Hats at ~.
Complete line OF ChIldren's Fall
and Winter Headgear from soc 70 IS.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
GOV. WILSON SUITS THE
PR0GREssIvEs IN KANSAS

(By the correspondent OF the New York
World from Hutchinson. Kas.) ~
kansas Is for Taft, because he's go
Ing to get the nomination anyway. But
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
New Blue Dress Fabrics

A special department for sale OF blue dress
fabrics. Every dependable weave, every
stylish design, very large assortment to,
select from. rAll in the Daylight" Per
yard, IS down to 500.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Gab.rdine Coatings

special rainproof and spotproof fabric
for suitings. coatings and slip-ons Grays,
tans, naSys. Very nobby; 81 to Sc inches
wide, at, per yard. $2.25, 81, $1.75.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Beauty and Comfort Combined In
These Flannelette Dressing
SacqueS

q II has embroidered edglng
the front and around
kmono
49,. W,
large sailor col
popular number
patterns Pepum
high neck small rolling collar long
lavender sateen.
Ii this with
high neck ghtfng un plain back
the side This Is In dark gray Win stripe
Any four at 500
dainty sacque maae Win
neck Full satin trimmed with uck over the
prices, 81 and st5o Wy 49, g
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Bar Pins Are Very
Attractive, o8c

Newly imported Brooches in a
variety of the most wanted shapes
such as the bar, crescent and horse
shoe. Dainty settings include pearl,
turquoise, coral, lapis, jade, amethyst,
garnet and white stones. French gray
mountings In beautiful variety. "A
table fun Of these exquisite brooches
Saturday at eec.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Distinctive Dress
Peau de Souris

The Broadcioth Of Broadcloths, Beautiful
lustrous, even quality. IL just the new shades.
Wide width. Priced at, per yard. $500.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Voiles

A selected even thread quality Of unusual
strength; does not slip: fun color assortment
Per yard $500.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Duckling Fleece, 15c
Velvet Hand Bags for You. o8c

Of
why mot In and he
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
SATURDAY. Sale of Silk Hosiery, 900.

Always something
special fine
right thing the right time win offer them at
choice. per pair, ese, e.er
most extraordinary quality
hose made with all the modern improvements
fouthread heels double solos
these hose m for
them and let
replace We viii allow to be the sole judge
Three Pairs 500. Il,
Hosiery also guaranteed at Three Pairs for 500
wonens Hosiery light weight medium weight heavy
weight and heavy weight pair 2se ~
women Cor ~ SOC and rec
Fleeoelned Hosiery at per pair forsioo
COMPANY
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
Pastel Broadcloths

: Stylish selected shades in pastel broad
cloths. Choice Paris shades. Wide widths.
Priced at. per yard. $500. $3.50, $500.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07
A Dollar BUYS Good Corset Here

choose here from such well
Warmers Rust Proof the b. the American Lady
NJ, and La Grecque A. this Price
value Many Of our patrons think sSo Is
get though they paid great deal
big the selection of materials large ana YOU the
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1911-10-07

The greatest range OF dependable black
drasss g66ds Ns hss ever offered I. Qualities
that are desirable in wear correct I'm style
and OF approved weaves. SO
Broadcioths, Peau de Souris, Armures.
Storm serges. French Twills. Regence, San
Toys, Poplins. worsteds. Mohairs. Tussah
Royals. Rope Twills, Pananaa. Suitings.
voiles.
A pleasure to show our black dress goods.
"All- in the Daylight" Priced at. per yard.
$3.50 down to 500.