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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
PROMINENT CHURCHMAN IS HELD UNDER HEAVY BOND
 FOR BANK EMBEzZLEMENT'
BECKER SCORES
 GETS DELAY TIL WEDNESDAY,
No Explanation Offered of Su-
 preme Court Stay

New York, Aug. 27.--When Police Lieutenant Charles Becker, today, was arraigned for the second time before Judge Mulqueen to answer the 1n- dictment charging him with the mur- der of the gambler, Herman Rosen- thai. his counsel threw bomb into the camp of the district attorney by serving on the court and the prose cutor an order from Supreme Court Justice Amend. staying all proceedings against Becker until September 4.
 John F. Mcintyre, Of counsel for Becker. refused to explain the motive for obtaining the order, but Judge Mulqueen admitted that 1t was man. datCry and Becker was renaanded to the Tornbs.
 Dago Frank Cirofici, Whitney Lew is, Jack Sullivan and William Shapiro, the others indicted for the Rosentl1al murder, who pleaded not guilty, last week. today, had an opportunity to withdraw their pleas and file motions but none availed himself of the privi- lege.
 Despatches to this city today state that the men held at Fonda, as sus- poets registered at a hotel there as L. l.. Goldenberg, of Brooklyn, and Carl Kreiger of Paterson ". J. They said they were salesnen. A waiter at the hotel recognised Goldenberg as Lefty Louie and it was said that 3 private detective who had been searching the vicinity ever since Whftey Lewis was caught in that vi cinity, compared Go1denberg with a photograph of Lefty Louie and said they were identical.
 "A representative of District Attor- ney Whitman's office started today for Fonda to have a look at the aus- poets.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
MORGAN CHIPS IN S1D
 ID BULL MOOSE FUND.
Hands Chauffeur $40 For sfo Charge, Tells Him to Use the Change For
 Teddy's Campaign.

Marblehead. Mass, Aug. 27-It was learned here, today. that J. P. Nor gan, dnancier king, has contributed financial support to the bull moose party in Massachusetts.
 The Wall street monarch, with his wife and daughter, are at their sum- mer home at Magnolia. Aboard the private yacht Corsair the three, to- gether with Morgan's private seere- tary, came. here on a pleasure jaunt. yesterday. Engaging Herman F. Snow, who runs a public automobile and who is a loyal Roosevelt boomer. several hours driving about the town. When they returned to the pier the Coreair had departed Snow was or dered to drive to Magnolia.
 Before he started. he removed his linen auto coat. showing a huge bull moose button in the lapel of his coat. The hnancier was in the front seat with Snow and on seeing the button, remarked,
 "I see you are bull moose Are there many of them out your way?'
 Woods are full of em.'' noisily re- piled Snow as he avoided a bump in the road. Then. as he slowed down he said.
 eff you don't mind saying, I'd like to know if you will support Roosevet" :"
 "I haven't committed myself, yet replied Morgan, q usually sidetrack rough -shod. live wires. Nevertheless. will show my hand at the proper time.''
 Arriving at Magnolia shortly after. be s1o'' replied Snow. Here's $20," said the financier as he peeled a yellow from an astonishing roll. 'fGive $10 of it to the bull moosers.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
Accused Had Borne Spot less Reputation for Long Period of Years Was
 Organist and Bible
 Teacher Bank Directors Declare De- falcations May Reach $40, 900, But Add That No Depositor Will Suffer Loss.

New Bedford, Mass, Aug. N-Edgar Lord, prominent member of the Cal vary Baptist Church, organist and di- rector of the choir, and a teacher of one of the Bible classes, today was held in s25.0o0 bail when he pleaded not guilty to charges of embedding large sums of money from the Acush- net Cooperative Banks. of New Bed- fords Lord, who was treasurer Of the New Bedford Cooperative Bank and the Acushnet Cooperative Bank, will 20 to trial September 10.
 The accused. as far as his accusers have been able to learn, has borne. a aputIess reputation during the 30 years lie has been treasurer of the two i'm stftutions, which, as workingmen' savings institutions, hold the entire savings of 90 per cent. of New Bed- ford,G thousands of mill operatives He is 59, is married and has several children
 Lords wife. who is at the summer h6ne at Mattapoiset did not know of the charges against her husband nn- til he was arrajgned today. Directors Of the bank declared today that all | though the alleged defalcations may reach 24O.0o0. the loss will not fall on any of the stockholders or deposit : orz.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
FIVE RALLIES SCHEDULE FOR
 NEXT 48 HOURS ( sfGt N.ssay ses
Lynn ". Wilson Will Address Voters in Eleventh, Twelfth, Third and Second Districts

Five Democratic primary rallies are scheduled for today and tomorrow, all of which will be addressed by Lynn W. Wilson, upon the Duty of Bridge ports Democracy
 A series of three open air meetings will take place this evening MT. Wilson will speak fifteen minutes at each meeting. Thomas J. Blewett and other speakers will take part of the time.
 The first meeting will be in the EIev- enth district, Pembroke and Cedar streets, at 7:45.
 The second meeting will be in the Twelfth district Newfield and Strat- ford avenues, at .8:15.
 The third meeting will be in the Twelfth district. Barnum and Sea- view avenues, at S:30
 The Wednesday evening meetings will be held in Timko,s hall in the Third district and in the rooms oi the Consolidated Democratic Clubs, Second district.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
THREE DIVORCE PETITIONS FILED
 BY DANBuRIANS


 Danbury wives ariad husbands are Hooking to the courts to osstell of their family woes. Three divorce petitions from that town, two in which the plaintiffs ask for alimony. were filed in the Superior court today. Joseph Knowlton seeks separation from his wife, Maude Dutcher Knowlton.5 Infi- deity Aug 22 of this year in which Louis Arnold Penney is named as CO respondent, is alleged. The couple married Jan. 2s. 1911.
 William E. Geartner is named as the defendant in the suit brought by Anna Sma1ley Geartner. Desertion April r, 1905, and intolerable cruelty is all legged.
 Also comes Mary Powerski Schirmer with a suit against her husband, Frank Schirmer Infidelity and in- tolerable cruelty are alleged. They married May IT, 1898. Both Mrs. Geartner and Mrs. Schirmer claim their husband have property and ask for alimony.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
BIRMINGHAM SEES
 NO LAW VIOLATION
'.sBuII Moosers' Have Right TO
 Distribute Their Newspaper

Superintendent Eugene Birminsfiann said this forenoon that in his Juds- meat. the Bull Moosers who are dis trtbutine The Progressive News every Monday are within their full legal rights inasmuch as the particular or dinanee which governs the distribu- ton of hand pills and so forth does not include newgpapers.
 ''Ae regard the ordinance 1t does not prohibit the distribution of news papers" said the superintendent, "and I have had no warrants issued for the arreHt of the men who distributed the papers yesterday poon. However to make sure I am going to take the mat ter up with Assistant Prosecuting Att lforney Redden. as soon as possible and if he considers the distribution of the papers. a violation of the law. arrests shall follow"
 Atty. Henry B. stoddard, John H. Flood and John Taylor were the ones concerned in the distribution of the Bull Moose papers Monday when they were accosted by policeman and told to discontinue their work They flat Iv refused to do so, considering that they were within their legal rights The officer threatened arrest but did not make any He simply took the namas of the men and reported them fo his superiors, who in turn reported the matter to Supt. Birmingham.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
B. A. C.'S OUTING
 THE BEST EVER

! The twentieth annual outing of the Bridgeport Athletic club was held at Riverview, Sunday. There were 150 game was won by Sirrett's team, Al. In the quoit pitching contest Callan and J. Donahue bested J. Clark and
 R. Donahue, 21 to IA In the morn ing a choice menu of chowder, relish es and sandwiches was served. At 1:30 the regular sheep roast was put clambake was opened All enjoyed the best time ever arranged by the club, and Bob Donahue and his corps of assistants are entitled to much
 merited praise.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
INVESTIGATE SAFETY or MINES.

Charleston, W, Va, Aug. 27-Gover- nord Glasscock's commission of three men to investigate the mine guard system in West Virginia began it's work. today The commission, which consists of Bishop P J. Donahue, of Wheeling, Major L C. Jenks, U. S.. A., who is assigned to West Virginia CT of Fayetteville, a lawyer and Cap-
 tain in the state militia. will be ask ed to recommend suNh remedial legis- lation as may be @MExested by exist ing conditions.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
SEEKING RELATIONS HERE

William G. Kaataz, of 74f4 Lorain avenue, Cleveland, Ohio, merchant tailor, is curious to learn if he has any relatives in Bridgeport. Mayor Wilson received a letter from him to- day, asking for that information. The letter explained that the writer re- gently received by long distance tele- phone an inquiry from Bridgeport as to whether there were any relatives of a MT. Kaatz of this city, living in Cleveland. The writer was unable to ascertain the object of the message He believes that there are some reIa- tives of his in this city and wants to get in touch with them.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
SEA G1Rr RECORDS

Sea Girt, Aug 27-The 10th Penn sylvanian. at noon, led the punched field in the POO stage of the national rifle association match for the regi- mental championship of the United States. The scores were:
 10th Pennsylvania 254, Fist New York 251. 2nd New Jersey and 4th New New Jersey, CNo. D and 1st District of Columbia PAS, 3rd District of Colum- bia, PAT, 54th Iowa, 246, End Alabama, 2nd Texas 24f
 Private Cedrich Lennon, of Massa- cl1usetts, who led 106 contestants, yesterday, in the first stage of the Presidents match for the military championship of the United States. maintained his lead today. on the 500 yard range He has 191 of the 200, 97 at skirmish, AS at 200 yards and 4s at 500.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
GROOVED OR "T' RAILS
 FOR FAIRFIELD AVEl,

The question of grooved or ''T' rails for Fairfield avenue is to be consid- cred at a meeting of the Public Utili- ties Commission in Hartford, Tues day, Sept 3, at 11:3O o'clock a. rr-s when hearing will be held by that commission on a petition from the Connecticut Go. to lay 'HTs' rails in Fairfield avenue Notice of the hear ing was received today by Mayor WII- son.
 This is a question which is of great importance and I hope that everyone interested will make it point to att tend that hearing In Hartford" said the Mayor today. 1T am going there in favor of grooved rails because be- IieYe them to be the most desirable.''
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
MANN DISGRUNTLED.
 ATTACKS DEMOCRATS.

Washington, Aug. 27-Denouncing the Democratic House managers as inefficient. inactive. unprogressive and disorganized. Minority leader Mann today. issued a statement criti- cising the legislative record of the House. Refusal of the Democrats to make certain appropriations he brand ed as "stingy and silly
 'The Democrats were forced to agree to a parcels post and are en- titled to no credit for it,'' said Mann. t.They have appropriated money in many places where it was too extrava- gant. Their main work has been a constant boasting of what they were going to do at the next election
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
WHOL ESALERS DENY STORY OF
 COAL FAMINE

Pottsvil1e. Pa. Aug. 27-The excuse given by the coal dealers in eastern cities for raising tE5e price of coal, that they fear a famine, is absolute1yi without foundation, said local anthra. cite wholesalers. today.
 Officials of the Philadelphia & Read. ing Coal & Iron Co, stated that. at present, their plans were running at 61 per cent of capacity and that coal was piling up There was now skor- ed at the SchuYlkill Haven yardsl more than enough coal to supply New York City during the coming winter and the price of it has not been ad-| vanced at all according to the coal company officials.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
CHICAGO MAY AVOID STRIKE

Chicago, Aug 27-The traction eni- ployes of this city will be urged to- accept the compromise agreement of, fered by the, street and elevated raii- way companies through Mayor Har- rison by W. D. Mahon, president of the carworkers union. Mahon said. today, that while the increase in wages and reform in working conditions ara. not as much as the union demanded. he will urge the men to accept rather than to strike. The men will vote on acceptance or rejection from o'clock Thursday morning until o'clock Fri morning
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
HARBoR COMMISSION MEETS.

New Haven, Aug. 27.-At a meet ing of the -harbors. rivers and bridges commission here, today, no choice of an engineer for. the New London har- bor work was selected. Walter C.. Clark, who has been in Panama fer the past five years, was before the board and questioned. It is not ex- pected that an engineer will be se- lected until after the deep waterways convention in New London, next week. The commission had as its guests. today, the Connecticut River Water, ways Board, of Massachusetts, which was appointed by the 1912 legisla- ture.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
ABsCONDING BANKER. AFTER
 TWO YEARS IS CAUGHT.

New York, Aug. z7-while his wife. who had remained with him durine3 two years of hiding, sobbed aloud. Abilene, Kas., wanted for an a1ieged1 $80.003 shortage, today, in the Tcmbsi police court, waived extradition. Hel was turned over to deputy sheriff' of Abilene and a representative orl Governor Stubbs. of Kansas F1sckf said he was glad to go back
 Mrs. Flack went with him.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
CARD OF THANKS.

We desire in this manner to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to the numerous friends and relatives for their sympathy and many acts of kindness shown us in our great sor-. row; the loss of son and brother. Will liam c. Loehn. Also the friends who so generously contributed the beauti- full floral pieces as mute tokens of sympathy.
 Ferdinand Loef1n and Family of IFS asp Branch St.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
KILLED ON TRACK.

Meriden. Aug. 2T.-A report was received here, today, of the killing by a railroad train at Hamilton, N. r., yesterday, of John Mitchell. of this city. Michael, was the overseer of a hop farm and was crossing the tracks when struck. He leaves two brothers, both residents here.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
NOTICE.

There will be caucus of the Dem ocratic voters of the town of Fairfield held at the Town Hall on Friday evening, Aug. 30, 1912, at o'cIoclx for the purpose of electing delegates to the State convention to be held in Hartford on Sept. 11th and 12th, 1s17. Per order Democratic Town Commit. tao E B. ElwQads Chairman.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
PROPOSALS.

Sealed bids for furnishing beef to the City of Bridgeport delivered to Iakeview Home for the month of Sepfem ber will be received until 100 D. m., Friday, August 30th, 1919. Specifications are on file at this of flee.
 Board of Contract & Supply, +@ Room No. 2s, City Hall.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
CARD OF THANKS.

We desire to extend our sincere thanks to friends and neigh bors for kindness shown us in our late bereave- ment in the loss of our husband and father: also desire to thank all for floral offerings
 MRS. F. EASTMAN AND FAMILY.
 n ' ID
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27
PERsoNAL MENTION.

Katherine Meaney, aged IS, living al se1 Howard avenue, was taken to St. vincent's hospital today. suffering with convulsions.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27

BENCH CORE MAKERS WANTED. Apply Bridgeport Deoxidized Bronze & Metal Co, 429 1ranistan Ave.
 27 o
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-08-27

WANTED. - Bookkeeper, brewery branch office, bonds required, sal arv s1SOO Address F. O. 250, Dan~ bury. Conn., l. 27 bso
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-14
WORK THAT TELLS
Plenty of 1t Hss Been Done Right
 Here In Norwich.

To thoroughly know the virtues ~ a medicine you must investigate its work. Doan's Kidney Pills stand this test, and plenty of proof exists right here in Norwich. People who testified years ago to relief from backaohe. kid- ney and urinary disorders, now give confirmed testimony--declar8 ths re- suits have lasted. How can any Nor wich sufferer longer doubt tbs sys- dence?
 Mrs. John woznlak. % Elm Street. Norwich, Conn, says. Deans Kid ney Pills have done me a world of good and I cannot say too much in their praise. I suffered from kidney trouble for three or four years and was unable to find relief until began using Doan's Kidney Pills. procured at N. D. Sevin G Sons Drug Store. They removed the dull pain in my back, just over my kidneys and made me feel like a different woman
 For sale by all dealers. Price 60 1 cents. Foster-MilDurn Co. Buffalo. New York. sole agents for the United States.
 Remember the name - Doan's - and take no other.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-14
MLANTIC
First in Series of Wrists for Library 6enefit-cIarence Sweet to Sail for Africa.

The Mantle Public library held the first whist of series Monday evening in Odd Fellows hall with a good at tendance.
 The Congregational Ladies' Aid society held a supper and entertain ment Tuesday evening in the vestry. A good sum was realized.
 c. H. Cone has men putting in a foundation for a house he is to erect on Main street.
 Clarence Luce has returned from a short business trip to New York.
 Pine Grove Interests.
 Mrs. J. M. Sweet left Monday for Brooklyn after a lengthy visit to Mrs. Carrie Alden on Main street.
 R. o. Libby left Monday for New York, to remain till Saturday.
 Mrs. Eli Dorman has returned to her home in Beverly, Mass, after a lengthy visit with her mother, Mrs. Jane Dor man.
 Mrs. Blanche Lincoln of Cone street is at the Mantle house. Clarence Sweet, a summer resident here, has gone to Stockholm, Sweden. MT. Sweet is desirous of seeing the world, and expects to sail shortly for Africa.
 Joseph W. Hill left Wednesday for short trip to Hartford
 MT. and Mrs. Robert L. Manwaring and Capt. and Mrs. Norman W Rogers spent Sunday in New London guests of MT. and Mrs. H. c. Burdick of Broad street. MT. and Mrs. Bur dick are summer residents of the Grove. MT. and Mrs Frank Sherman and c. F. Chittenden of New London were at their cottages in the Pines Sunday Frank Aston closed his cottage on South street Monday. leaving for his home in Middletown to spend the winter.
 A party of young men from New ] London spent Sunday at Dillon's house ] boat at the Cove. Mrs. Susan Fuller and grandson from Willimantic came down by auto few days ago, stopping at their cot tage on Center street. w. B. Alden. who has been quite i'll for some time, is able to sit up. MT. and Mrs. R. B. Washburn anG i son Harry came down by auto from Norwich Sunday, occupying their cot. tage during the day. | Launch Scud, owned by Dormar Brothers. was taken from the waters Sunday and stored near the rostrum.
 Making Lobster Pots. l J. c. Burnham is making lobster pot: ! for next seasons use. Mr. Burnhan has them in the waters between Niantit { bay and Connecticut river during tht fishing season. MT. and Mrs. Henry R. Harding wer. here last week looking after theil property.
 Mrs B. E. Darrow has been makins a short visit to her bungalow on tn, riverbank.
 Mrs. R, O.. Libby is spending tn, week with her mother. Mrs N. Du | chette in Norwich.
 Otto Robinson of Willimantic wa. here Saturday. looking after his cot 1 tage.
Norwich bulletin., 1912-12-14
VOLUNTOWN
Miss Eva Dawley Voted Most Popular Young Lady-Court Advance Elects
 officers-Second Game in Pool Match,

An entertainment and sale was held in Union hall Saturday evening for the benefit of the Baptist church. There was quite a large attendance and all enjoyed the pleasing program present. ed. Besides the many useful and fam cy articles which met with a ready sale, there was for sale refreshments of cake, coffee etc.
 The contest for the most popular young lady ended in favor of Miss Eva Dawley, who was presented a handsome gold parlor clock. The af- fair proved big success.
 Officers of Court Advance.
 Monday evening Court Advance held their annual election of officers, which resulted as follows:
 Chief ranger, Charles Anderson: vice chief ranger, s. B. Sweet; record ing secretary, John Monsees; financial secretary, L. H. Richotte; treasurer, A. A. Maine; orator, G. Welsh; senior woodward, Martin Monsees; junior woodward Moses Thaitreau; senior beadle, John Oldershaw; junior beadle, Howard Perkins. At the close of bus mess a social hour was spent. Re- marks for the good of the order were made by several of the members, songs were sung and Brother Austin Maine gave pleasing entertainment with his talking machine. Sandwiches, coffee and cigars were passed
 Rev. R. P. Morrissey was in Nor wich Sunday and Monday and assist ed at the Forty Hours devotion at St Mary's church
 MT. and Mrs. Fred Racine of Plain field were guests Sunday of MT. and Mrs Arthur Gaudette.
 Kirk Tickets of Norwich was the guest of Richard Herbert Sunday.
 Mrs. Charles Anderson was a visitor to Norwich Wednesday. Union hall tonight, A. & B. Min strels. Best local talent. Follow the crowd.-Adv.
 Miss Mary Knox left "Wednesday for the Backus hospital, Norwich where she will undergo a surgical op- eration.
 Each Team Has Won Game. A party. of ten went to Jewett City on Thursday evening to witness the pool match between Smith and Du, poHt =efssthis place and LeClair anC Kahn of Jewett City, the home team winning a close game by 100 points to 90. This was the second game o1 the series, which stands one( game each, Voluntown winning when they played on local table, 100 to 63. Mrs. Minnie Lewis, of Greene, R. I. is the guest of her cousin, Mrs. Louis H. Ritchotte.
 Adelbert Rice of Putnam is visit ing at his home here.