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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
FIRST THINGS

The first steamship to cross the Atlantic, the Savannah, left Savannah for Liverpool ninety-three years ago today and completed the passage in twenty-five days.
 The Brooklyn Bridge across the East River, connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn, was first opened TOT fravel twenty-nine years ago today.
 The first home for Harvard preM- dents was completed at a cost of $S.- 900 and a raising" celebration was held on this date in 1726.
 Bridges across the Thames were first made free from toll thirty three years ago today.
 Prof. Morse sent his first tele- graph message, What God hath wrought between Baltimore and Washington sixty-eight years ago to- day.
 Work was commenced on the con- struction of the Victoria railway bridge at Montreal fifty-eight yearp ago today.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
A SPRING TIME ODE.

Fast the wintry days are going, soon
 we'll have the welcome Spring, With it's showers and its blossoms,
 and the birds to sweetly sing. Soon the sun will gain dominion, and
 the leaves turn toward it's way Dropping plants await the coming of
 the balmy springtime day. In the forest and the wild wood, where the rippling brooklet flows, There tis' sweet to walk and ponder
 where the honeysuckle grows There you'll hear the busy robin, as he chatters to his mate
 While they fly from tree to tree top
 searching there a home to make
 Now are heard the little peppers,
 Tis their annual time to sing, Oh how glad we are to hear them as we hail the coming spring. AS the larks are slowly skimming on the meadows low and green. .Swarms of insects fly affrighted as their glistening beaks are seen. On the streets the organ grinder gladdened by the spring time sign, Plays sweet music to the children, old black Joe and Baby Mine. Roller skating on the sidewalk. tops and marbles now appear, Pussy willows on the bank side, tell us now that Spring is here.
 w. H. Crawford, 875 Hallett St.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
THERE WE'RE OTHERS.

In the old Fourth ward of New York, where there was a big Irish population, there used to be 8 charac- ter who lived off of wakes. He watch ed the papers for death notices; and when a death occurred in his neigh borhood he would put on his shabby best. drop round to the house of mourning, weep over the bier. even though the deceased had been total stranger to him; extol the virtues Of the departed-and then eat and drink until he could hold no more.
 One night, according to Dick Malloy. the Tammany politician, the old chap reached a wake. He walked in with leaky eyes. to be met by the two stall wart sons of the dead man.
 eYou didn't know our father and he didn't know you," they told him. You only came to get some free drinks. Now you get out or we'll throw you out!'
 door he paused for parting shot.
 "I'd have you know" he said ad- dressing the cofhned form, that you're not the only corpse in New York tonight! There are others-and a blamed sight better lookin' vans, Evening Post.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

.. A novelty shower was given to Miss Anna c. Mclaughlin Wednesday ev- ening at her home. 1546 Main St., who Is to become the bride of MT. George in June Many beautiful and useful gifts were received. Among the guests were Mary D. Blakeman, May M. Cox, Molly Dixon, Julia E. Frankel, Mar ,garet Foley, Anna !. Goggfn, May l.. Crime. Mrs. E. Hoff, Pauline Hutton. ryne M Lane. May E. Ling, May Me- Loughlin. Mrs. T. McLoughlin. Frances Sheridan, Sarah Sheridan, Katherine Schweikerts, Caroline M. Schwefkert, Nora Toomey, Katherine E. Winspur, Mrs: F. wlnspur. Piano selections Schweikert. and Mis- Francis Sheri- dan, and vocal solos by Miss Julia Ffankel and Mise Katherine Wins pur. A delightful supper was served and toast offered by Mrs. E. Wins pur- The table was daintily arrapg- ed with smflax and pink roses. The party broke up at a late hour, every one voting Miss Mclaughlin a charm ing hostess.
 Clemens Kloefkorn. treasurer of the Challenge Cutlery Co.,, whose name has been added to the list of victims of typhoid fever due to raw sea food. ds resting comfortably at his home, l62 William street, and his family and physicians are confident that he will combat the rigors of the disease suc- cegBfully.
 A very pretty linen shower, was giv9a H18 Bertha Reilly at the home T of Ethel Greenwood of Sanford ave nre. on Wednesday evening. Tho pQpulnrtty of the bride elect was very apparent from the costly and beauti- tu gifts given A very pleasant ev- en1ng was spent. after which a de- 1ightful collation. was served, green and white being the color scheme. Among those present were Madeline Alagner, Janette O'B1fen, May Reilly, Bertha Reilly. May Stapleton, Eliza beth Bradv. May Brinsmade, Mrs. Ed ward Reilly, Mrs. William Reilly, Irene vAnstone, Mildred vanstone, Agnes Kelly. Helen Heating, Alice Mcdonald, Belle McDonald, Lena Burns. Edna Cunningham, Mary Bib btnA. CAtherine McE1roy, Mrs. James Meath. Ethel Greenwood.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
Family Supplies.

Prime milk fed native veal: legs to roast, trump roasts, shoulder roasts, whole loins. pot pie pieces. Strictly fresh lean pork roasts. small fresh lean shoulders small fresh lean hams Strictly fresh mutton legs, legs af spring lamb. genuine spring lamb. forequarters, calves liver. fries. etc. Prime rib roasts beef, pot roasts beef. plate corned beef. sugar cured hAmD. Come where seafood is always fresh. 800 fresh caught live Holsters, any saEe youa wish Fine green bluefish. fancy Connecticut River shad- Choice fowls: stewing fowls, choice Western fowls Fresh vegetables at special low prices: fancy native asparagus. Long Island. Jersey City and Oyster Bay asparaSus. gem peas, telephone peas. Grocery specials: evaporated apples, aprdcote peaches, walnut meats, halves and pieces; tryphosa. Jelly powder. broken macaroni. Demonstrations: Howarde salad dressing, highest grade of saien dressing. Come in and sample l.: special for Saturday only. Bridgeport Public Market and Branch, State and Bank streets, East Main street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
WHAT TO DO AND HOW.
Spring an Easy Time to Entertain Blossom Time Fertile in Sugges-
 tions-Ideas for Church Fairs

think the spring time affords more opportunities for easy and simple en- tertaining than any other season. recently visited in the country just when the cherry blossoms were In bloom. A young matron of artis. tic and literary tendencies got up a Cherry blossom tea"
 She sent out invitations in the name Of Miss Cherry Blossom of Tokio'' and surprised her friends by the sim- plicity and beauty of the affair she planned.
 On the porch were massed bowls of cherry blossoms. In the old fashioned hall she had branches of the blos- soms.
 In the small but dainty parlor were little tables set with small teapots and cups presided over by young women in lowered kimonos They had coif- lures arrayed with cherry blossoms and cherry colored ribbons.
 The little dining room was convert ed into sort of tea house with Jap anese lanterns pendant from the cell ing.
 A Japanese gong called the guests together. The house guests sat on mats and welcomed the invited friends in true Japanese fashion. though the latter did not take off their sandals as they should to car fy out the lQea 1ully.
 It doesn't always follow that we have to stick closely to Chinese or Japanese. We can artistica1ly com- bine the two and get pleasing results.
 There is really so little difference between Chinese and Japanese art that one need not fear Aggression if pretty kimonos. tea sets, umbrellas cherry blossoms, etc. are employed to get proper effects.
 Other spring fantasies may be cre- ated by tulip, teas, strawberry festi- vais. etc.
 In the latter class we are not con. fined to the old time church Spciable idea of merely strawberries and cake aor ice cream.
 A room can with very little expense, but considerable trouble be convert ed into a strawberry patch. It should have imitation leaves and strawber- ries made of red flannel, each con- taking a favor. Pretty girls in dain- ty gowns and sun-bonnets can pluck the berries, the visitors to the patch paying for each berry and getting in return some pretty trifle.
 This idea is especially adapted to a tie ingenuity can be made very suc- cessful.
 Lettuce and tomato fairs are also easily arranged-the hearts contain ing small articles, the sales of which brings a good price of money to the church or Sunday school.
 These of course are only suggestions but with the idea given, it is not diff ficult to follow them out to compile tion in the minor details not given here. THE HOSTESS
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
PARAGRAPH POINTS ON
 FASHIONS AND PADS.

A soft cerise satin sash is often a smart touch.
 The latest Paris blouses are button ed st the back.
 Fluffy white net is used for girlish evening gowns.
 Black and white chantilly 1aces are strong in favor
 The sleeves of the newest blouses are set in with beading.
 The narrow ruching is another fin- 1shing note of the season.
 White, cream and tan hats show touches of black and cerise.
 Lingerie blouses of sheerest linen are embroidered with colors.
 Crystal ball buttons, with tiny black cats eyes are 8 novelty.
 Tailored suits in very fine striped materials are in the majority.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
WHAT TO DO AND HOW.
How to Fix Up the Porch-Artistic Setting Not COstly-Live Out.
 Doors in Summer.

At this season, our thoughts natur- ally revert to the outdoor world and the entertainment it affords. The housed in variety of good times, so acceptable in the winter months. seem stale and flat.
 The first step between indoor and outdoor living is naturally the porch. which alluringly invites one to rest there in preference to even the shadi- est and coolest den, or parlor.
 It is for this reason that any of us who are blessed with a porch should give its fittings especial thought at this time. No matter if 1t is small, make it your loungine room. Fit it up as comfortably and cosy as any room in the house. Of course you will consider the possible chance of destruction by the ele- ments.
 The first and most needed features are couch piled high with cushions, and as many really easy chairs as you can command.
 $1.50 is the acme of bliss on the porch. and is an excellent substitute for the couch, as it can be adjusted so that one Is practically lying down.
 The Old Hickory style of furniture. rustic but comfortable, can be equally piece rarely runs over $5.
 If the porch invites the sun, an awning is desirable. But even this can have substitute in the cheap bamboo screens that can be drawn up and down at will, and make the porch very retired as we'll as cosy nook.
 Of course a table with books and sewing, a pot or two of plants, and anything else that is part of the house owners daily life work, even a desk, can be brought out to take it's place iii the porch equipment.
 A hammock is always appreciated, but unless the porch is roomy it is apt to take up too much space. The swinging seat with back, piled high with cushions, is another desirable item where space and purse will al low.
 Speaking of cushions have only those with washable covers. Storms come up suddenly, dust flurries will eddy into the outdoor parlor, and it is better not to introduce anything that will not stand tubbing.s
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
ROSE QUARTZ IN FASHION.

bar pins, bracelets and belt buckles are among the new offerings This quartz is deep pink tone with an irregular white streak through it. Desk sets, as we'll as vases and jew- elry boxes and bowls are made of it. It is very fashionable. An especially attractive set of finger bowls can be had in it for a hostess who uses pink as the color scheme for any special party Bowls for flowers are most effective in it. They are placed about the sleeping room and on the dining room table-Kansas City Star.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

Once the porch is dressed-enjoy it live on it--dream on it. Enter into every note of bird and hum of bee with the same sense of lulling com- autumn comes you will feel that even though you perhaps have had no real vacation, in the sense of actually running away from household routine, you have >communed with nature through the medium of your porch parlor, and both soul and body are benefited thereby.
 THE HOSTESS
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
FASHION NOTES.

Small bows of black velvet are much used to trim blouses.
 Wide girdles appear upon most of the elaborate afternoon frocks.
 An extremely narrow white enamel ed leather belt is worn with the white serge suits.
 Handwork on many gown is en. hanced by being outlined in heavy white floss or gold cord
 For a practical separate blouse, changeable silks, trimmed with odd buttons are in good taste. h
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
POINTS OF INTEREST.
Have You Seen

Have You Seen
 the new pennants at Radford B Smiths This price will surprise peo- ple. Plenty of other surprises there in the day and secure some of the big bargains.
 Not Too Tate Now.
 If you were not one of the '1ucky ones" last Saturday@it is not too late now. Hundreds of the finest suits ever placed on sale in this vicinity at the prices are left for your picking. Hundreds have gone out to the homes hereab0uts to tell tho glad tidings of the biggest money saving event that ever struck the city, and each sale is doing it's silent mission" and we con- template the climax of this big sale win reach us about Saturday. Extra salesmen will be on hand to serve you Come early to avoid the rush. Manufacturers Outlet Clothing Co.. Main end Golden H1l streets.
 Trimmed Hat Sale.
 A millinery sale of unusual impor- tance is announced by Miss Alice E. Weldon to begin Saturday. Every Ia dy' interest will center around this event. because of tho high class of stylish millinery which this store has carried. The uniform beauty of de- bign turned out in the trimming de- partment and the originality of the creations as we'll as the artistic blend Ing of the popular colors worn this peason will make a simple announce fment that a hat may be purchased here now at a price reduction. of un- hsual attractiveness to the woman who has not yet purchased her summer headwear. This sale will last only For a limited time, and we suggest an early call to secure the cream of as- pertinent Remember the address Alice E. Weldon, TIT Fairfield Avenue. Feld avenue entrance. Open even mgs.
 Cheerful Credits Decoration
 Day Specials Memorial Day which originally was bet apart for the decorating of the braves of those who had given their lives that the Union might live, has eome to be a holiday in which every bne stops for a breathing spell and lest While much of the intended peaning of the days commemoration
 still retained yet it is a day to be tn5oyed, and one cannot derive much latisfaction from it unless seasonably kressed and as we'll appearing as (heir neighbors. Caesar Misch. Inc, eas made it possible by means of cheerful Credit for everyone to enter hto the Nations holiday with per- )ect zest and satisfaction, as whatever D purchased tomorrow, may be paid )or later in the smallest of weekly br monthly rayments at the purchas- brs convenience In addition to this, bpecial holiday attractions in the way bs low prices are announced which kill make this big clothing depart. bnent store a more popular place than bver. Decoration day is only five days
 
 hrday, the only opportunity for many. n which to make purchases and in- Jure being smartly and fashionably lIothed.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24
DO NOT PUNISH IN ANGER.

am a mother of three children and wish to help some mother about the punishment of her child. I do not believe in beating children; you can- not appeal to the heart or moral na- ture. with a stick. Physical pain breeds fear and deceit and often causes dislike for parents.
 Moreover, a child should not be pun ished tor corrected) by it's elder while the elder Is angry. This means that
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

plosion or temper upon the little one. It IS adding one wrong to another by punishing child while you are out of control of yourself.-McCalps Magazine.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

MflIer-"Just as Millet and the wid- bw started up the aisle to the altar, livery light in the church went out"
 Muru(Drd~-"VVhat did the couple do Oen
 M1l1nr-"Kept on going. The widow knGu t1e N1ys JueGA
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

, Mrs. L. N. Snow, 30 Winter St.. Bangor, Me-, was troubled for many wears with kidney and bladder ail- ments, and had a pain in her back with dizzy spells, and other painful symptoms. She saw Foley Kidney Pills advertised and took them and splen- did results followed. She says: T have now taken three bottles of Foley Kidney Pills and today I am perfect ly cured of kidney and bladder trou- bles'' l.. F. Curtis. S136
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

Judge-'tYou have testified, Miss, that you saw the mans automobile run over the old gentleman?"
 Wftness-"Y es, sir, the auto was 41,144, N. J. I took the number be- fore the car got away"
 "You say you are telephone girl?''
 ''Yes, sir.''
 "Prisoner discharged" Newark News.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

Are you in favor of the recall, Mrs. Knotts?''
 "Yes, as long as they don't try to have it applied to the proceedings at Reno."-Pittsburg Post.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

New Boarder-"My good lady, the last place I was the landlady wept when I left"
 Landlady-"Yes, but won't. al- ways collect in advance. Judge.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

Women are said to be graceful.
 And we suppose that they are: But none of them ever show It When getting off car.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

Farmer Want Ads. Cent . Word.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

..I feel sorry for you. my man. You look down and out. when I'm down and in fer 30 dAyn or SOL
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-05-24

Passenger-'sWhy are we 70 iate q"
 Guard-'sWell, sir the tTain In fr14k was. behind, and this train wne b. hind before besides. Bunch
The Washington times., 1912-06-18
PAUL PECK, YOUNG
CAPITAL INVENTOR,
FLIES MONOPLANE
Climbs 800 Feet Without
Trouble, and Reaches 65-
Mile-an-Hour Speed.
"-S@~ss%-

Paul Peck. the young Washington
aviator made six short fights at Col
lege Park, Nd, this morning in
monoplane made under his directions In
this city.
The machine embodies the best prn-
ciples Of the Bleriot, the Antoinette, the
Neuport, and other good foreign
monoplanes.
Without the least bit of trouble the
machine made it's initial flight this
morning, climbing up 300 feet in
twinkling. Peck handled the machine
remarkably WELL considering the fact
that he had never flown in a monoplane
before. On the first trip the monoplane
shot through the air at speed of
sixty-ive miles an hour. Shortly a
deeper pitched propeller will be put on
It, and Peck then expects to get eighty
miles an hour out of 1t.
After making the first fight, Peck
went over the monoplane and engine TO
see IL everything was all right, then
made other short flights. This after
noon he expects to circle over the avi-
alton field. remaining up one hour, and
on tomorrow, II atmospherical con-
The Washington times., 1912-06-18
SUBCOMMITTEE TO
ASK FOR ACTION ON
EXCISE MEASURE
A. Leftwich Sinclair Will
Name Men to Appeal to
Congressman.

a Leftwich Sinclair. chairman of the
law and legislation committee of the
Chamber of Commerce, today received
notice OF yesterdays action of the
executive committee in directing that
Congress be urged to act upon pending
District matters, and decided to ap-
point subcommittee to draft an APP
peal to the members of the House Dis
trict Committee and to call upon them
personally In an effort to get action.
No particular District legislation will
be asked to be favored or opposed, but
the members of the subcommittee will
be directed to urge that the District
Committee hold a meeting or meetings
so that its calendar of business can be
cleared.
The continued failure Of the House
District Committee to meet and act
upon District bills hefore It resulted
in the Introduction in the Chamber Of
Commerce n week ago of q resolution
hv G. { Ldh castar appealing IN the
members of the House committee to re-
Turt UIt the DistrIct bills before il.
and naming specifically the excise. the
rublir utility commission bill the uni
vtrsal transfer, and otner hills.
The Washington times., 1912-06-18
Large Crowd at
Glen Echo Park

Following the heavy showers of yes
terday afternoon, hundreds of amuse-
ment seekers took the cool ride up the
banks OF the Potomac to Glen Echo
Park; and last night one OF the largest
Monday night crowds of the season
filled the resort and kept all OF the at
fractions busy. ....
Possibly the most popular of all was
the big dancing pavilion. and the floor
was filled all the evening, while scores
watched the dancers and enjoyed the
music by the Charles o. Mills Orchestra.
Thursday night the big feature will
be the fireworks, and the management
promises a display that will be even
more interesting than that of last week.
A number OF Sunday school picnlcs and
other outings are scheduled for the
latter part OF the week.
The latest innovation at the park, the
crystal gazing by Madame Caretta. in
the gypsy camp. drew many last night,
and bids fair to become the rage.
The Washington times., 1912-06-18
Timely Hints on
Hair and Complexion

The trying months of summer will
touch lightly the hair that is shampooed
with canthrox, a teaspoonful Of which
dissolved in a cup Of hot water is ample
for a thorough cleansing. After a can
throx shampoo the hair takes on a silky
softness and beautiful luster and the
roots are SO strengthened that the sun
will not have the blighting effect so
noticeable with hair improperly cared
for.
Wind and sun will not freckle or tan
the skin protected with a simple spur
max lotion. This is prepared by dis
solving 1 ounces of spurmax in n pint
teaspoonfuis glycerine. The spurma x
lotion is invisible when on. is not af-
fected by wind or perspiration, and its
daily use rapidly dispels the sallow, oily
ion a rose-tint and charming softness,
The Washington times., 1912-06-18
TWO MURDERERS DIE
In ELECTRIC CHAIR
Gun Men" Who Killed Grocer
Pay Extreme Penalty In
New York Prison.

AUBURN. N. V, June s.-Two
gun men," Ralph Friedman and jacob
Kuhn. who murdered George A. schu-
chart. grocer, in Rochester, N. Y,
while in his store, November 10, 1916,
were put to death in the electric chair
In the Auburn state prison today.
Friedman was killed first.s He took
his place in the chair at 6:07 and was
dead in seven minutes.
Kuhn walked to the chair with a
swagger, having recovered his nerve,
which gave way week before the exc
cution. Kuhn smiled as he took his
seat and interrupted a prayer to call
out "Good-by, father" He was
strapped in the chair at 6:17 and was
dead eight minutes afterward.
The bodies were claimed by relatives
from Rochester
The Washington times., 1912-06-18
Life Savers Brigade
At Bathl,ik Beach

A plan has been advanced by DR.. w.
r, Hudson. superintendent Of the NUM-
cipal bathing beach, to assure the safety
of patrons of the beach who cannot
swim. A "life-savers' brigade" Is his
scheme. This brigade will teach others
how to swim and rescue any who may
be in danger
The beach will be opened July ], pro-
vided the District appropriation bill has
become a law by that time
The Washington times., 1912-06-18

The specific references In the resoiu-
tion resulted in it's being held until the
meeting OF the executive committee yes.
torday afternoon. when IL was decided
TO coll upon the House committee at
once to act, favorably or unfavorably,
on all District matters before It. with
out specifying anv particular bills.
II was declared that the continued In
a denial Of the rights of the people of
the District to have Congress legislate
for the District, and that the time had
come for the people to assert their
rights,