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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
RAILROAD MUST
 GIVE UP BOATS President Mellen'S Statement on Effect of COvingt0n
 Amendment

President C. s. Mellen. in an inter view, says that the passage of the Covington amendment to the Panama Canal bill would result in the aban- donment by the New Haven road Of all it's Sound lines. The bill provides that every American railroad company must dispose. of all steamships owned by it which might otherwise De used in competition with 1t.
 Mir. Mellen says: '4The law as pro posed would put our Long Island Sound lines out of business at once If we had been recently acquiring these lines for purposes of monopoiy, perhaps the case would be olHereht, h11t in every case these steamship lines were established by the New England railroad companies to afford them an entrance into New York. The Old Colony line, for example, ended at Fall River. and the Fall River Steamboat Line was established to give an out let to New York.
 eve acquired these lines with the railroads, as part of their system, and in accounting for their business we never have been in the habit of diff ferentiating between what part Of the rate was earned by the railroad and what by the boats.
 "None of these lines could be op- erated independently. for only one of them is a paying line, and has been made to pay only by making it the finest passenger line in the world-I bar none. The steamer Commonwealth alone cost US s1,S00,OO0. and half a dozen of our other vessels cost a mil lion dollars each. Who would offer us anything like that for them?
 .These lines are important" con- tinued MT. Mellen, "as part of the New Haven system, and as such they have a value to us which they could have to no one else. It is very easy to talk about compelling us to part with our lines, but just stop and think moment what that means"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06

In the sixty-second Congress cer- tain bill is in consideration in which it is sought to give a right of an appeal from the decision of the United States Supreme Court ''dissolving the American Tobacco Company, commonly called the Tobacco Trust.
 The bill has been reported by a committee of the senate, which re- views the circumstances, presenting much matter relating to the whole litigation by which the trust was att tackled and split up.
 It is convincingly shown in the facts now appearing that the dissolu- ton was wholly technical, a matter of law phraseology, and extra hand some linen bond paper.
 The whole business formerly under ,ccntrol of the American Tobacco Company. has now been distributed among 14 corporations, which remain
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
TOGA TERMS ASSIGNED BY LOT

Assignment by lot. long the meth cd by which legislative bodies have distributed desks in the halls of leg islation, had on Tuesday, a larger use. in a body no less august than the Senate of the United States. Arrtv- ed therein the senators elect from Arizona and New Mexico to take the oath of office, which, duly admins tered, found only two of them en- titled to the full term of a senator.
 Two boxes were established into each of which was put two papers of equal size. Two papers were num- hered '1'', another was numbered --2'' and third "3." MT. Ashurst of Arizona and MT. Catron of New Mexico drew the papers with the low
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
THE TOBACCO TRUST DISSOLUTION

under the control of the stockhold- CTS of the original trust, and their aggregate holdings in the new com panies are approximately equal to their holdings in the old company.
 Tobacco manufacturers and dealers convincingly assert that the monop- oly holds the trade with stronger hand than ever before. The force of this claim is increased by the fact that since the decree of dissolution the stock of the old company and of the judicially created corporations has increased in the market.
 Under these circumstances the com mittee believes that an appeal to the supreme court should be had, and that the attorney general should be directed to make it.
 The appeal is one that the attorney general declined to take within the period prescribed by law
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06

est number and became entitled to six year terms, ending March 3, 1917. MT. Fall of New Mexico drew the inter- mediate number, and may remain a senator until March 5, 1915, but by virtue of the paper numbered ''3' the term of MT. Smith of Arizona will end March 3, 1913. or one year hence. Seldom do such legislative prizes hinge upon the direct operation of arbitrament by chance, but, per- haps, if any of the newly f1edged sen- ators should scrutinize the incidents of his career carefully he would find more than one point at; which chance seemeed to have intervened to bring his footsteps to the senate chamber of the greatest nation on earth
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
NOTABLE TRIBUTE.
Readers of Magazine For Blind Pre-. sent Fine Testimonial to Stam.
 ford Woman.

Mrs. Matilda Ziegler of Stamford wife of the late William Ziegler, the millionaire who financed many polar expeditions, has just received a tes- timonial of regard from the subscrib- CTS of the magazine for the blind called 'The Matilda Ziegler Magazine for the B,ind,' which she endowed, in the form of a handsome bronze statue. The statue, which was se- cured from 10 cent contributions from $500 readers of the magazine, repre- sents the three graces. With it were sent the names of contributors writ ten on sheepskin and encased in a handsome Egyptian casket. Mrs. Zieg- ler's efforts for the blind have been recognized in all parts of this coun- try, and the magazine. which is sent free of charge to all who desire 1t, is the pioneer of it's kind in the United States, if not in the world.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06

Is it any wonder that Connecticut is acquiring the glory that was Jerseys? :? And it must be remembered that with the exception of nominal incorpora- tion fee and such local taxes as are assessed on real and personal property, no tax is levied for the franchises so .liberally dispensed.
 The state has officers and commits sions, and they compile statistics and issue reports.
 But the striking feature of the state house surroundings Is the statue to the discoverer of anesthesia.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
FIRST THINGS

The first Mormon church was estab- lished eighty-two years ago today at Fayette, Seneca county, N. Y. Joseph smith, the founder and prophet of the sect, had enlisted the interest of Oli- yer Cowdery and four others, and these constituted the membership of this first Church of Jesus Christ of I,att>r-Oay Saints. By June, when the first conference was held, thirty men and women were on the rolls. In 1881 the Mormons removed to Kirt- land, O., beginning the wanderings that ended with the founding of a Mormon settlement at Salt Lake City, Utah The church now has a mem bership of 350,000, with about 800 churches, in the United States, and considerable following in Mexico, Canada and Europe.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
Uhr D. M. Rran Wnntpattt1.
 EHtahliahpn 1B57.
NOVELTIES IN SILVER AND GLASS
 FOR GIFTS, PRIZES AND WEDDING PRESENTS.

PRIZES AND WEDDING PRESENTS. An Egg Set for individual use is of quadrupie plate, with two gstening silver egg cups, salts and peppers, $500.
 Sandwich Dishes of quadrup1e plate ir variety of pleasing designs $3oo $35o $45o, $500 and up to $9oo.
 Cheese and Cracker Dishes, silver plate $500, S6oo and 6.5o
 Casseroles $3.75, $500, $65o. Silver Trivets, $500.
 In Sterling Silver. Salts and Peppers, for individual use, in red heart shaped cases, satin1ined, $1.oo. Call Bells for table use, sweet and musical $1.5o Tea Stralners of odd design, SIPS, $1.so $175 and Individual Casters, very dainty, $3oo and S37s. Salt Cellars, 50 cts; Salt Spoons 25c cts Olive Spoons, and Forks Cream Ladies Sugar Spoons, o8 cts and up.
 Crystal Vases Etched in graceful floral designs, so, 75, SIPS to
 Rock Crystal and Cut Glass Vases, according to size, from $1.oo to $2o.oo. Perfume Bottles for the dressing table, s. oo $aso and $500. Fern Dishes, with silver Things, $a.5o, $4.5o to Sandwich Plates $500, $65o and $7.oo.~
 Artistic Hammered Brass Fern Dishes, complete with ferns $1 oo.
 Roman Pottery Jardinieres. Classic Shapes in imitation of old marble with de signs applied in faint coorings 75 $1.oo ST $2oo Attention is directed to the Trunk and Bag Depart ment which IS in perfect condition supply all needs of travellers
 Hartman Trunks in all the well known models
 Steamer Trunks Hat Cases, Wardrobe and
 Chiffonier Trunks
 Luxurious Bags and Cases of Walrus and
 Alligator. s~ >e7~e-T = Uhf 8. @. &fah Gnntpattu.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
SECRETARY E.. S. THOMAS
 TAKES THE REST CURE.

Governor Baldwin's executive sec retary, Edwin s. Thomas, will leave today for ten days stay at his sum- her home in Eastford, Conn, Mir. Thomas has been severely oyerwork- ed and his condition demands a short cessation of work.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
It will Pay You

to buy your hats at B. H. Dillon & |
 Co.'S 1105 Main street, as they will | save you about 1-2 on the purchase | price.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06
CONNECTICUT HOLDS PALM AS
 BA3KWARD STATE OF UNI0N''
Such is the Allegation Made by Detroit Newspaperman Who
 Looked Over the Ground


At the foot of the slope which leads up to the Connecticut state house you may notice a statue bearing this in- scription:
 HORACE WELLS, DISCOVER OF ANESTHESIA
 1S44.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-04-06

Get your Prince Albert smoking to- hacco at Kelly y's.-See advertisement.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
MRS. HUNTS LUNCHEON
 FOR MISS NORMA. HOOD

Miss Norma Hood, a much feted Driue- elect, was the honoree yesterday at be autiful luncheon given by her sister. Mrs. Russell Hunt. Mrs Hunt enter tsined at her home, a lovely bungalow on T,aKeview avenue. Her table was -ex- ouisite. dainty expanse of lace and tulle' flowers and bright crystal and silver A mound of ionquils occupied the center while suspended from the chandelier were airy festoons of yellow tulle.
 On the buffets were clustered white byaeinths and freesias. the first flowers to peep their heads out from beneath the snows of winter, and the most fragile and dainty of spring
 A ionqul cup filled with almonds stood at each plate and candle shades to match hid the ;oo bright light of the yellow tapefs. Cupids were painted on the place cards which were monogrammed in gold. The yellow bonbons were heart shapeh and the ices were the color of the butter cups sending out perfume from the center of the table, but in every other course the cnosen color was also used.
 Mrs Hunt was the prettiest of hostesses in filny white robe made over yellow satin. Her honoree was also beautifully
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20

"Come, you've got to go a-marketing with me again this morning." said Peggy, who has become so much interested in the High Cost of Living Question that she is doing her own marketing these days, and talking her head off to every body who comes in sight on the sub ject.
 Seeing perfectly good Dolly Dal- rymple" story in view, promptly accept ed her invitation and we proceeded on our Exploring Expedition to what stands for the North Pole" in Birmingham.
 "If we go to the Meat Market first, said Peggy, as we neared our destination, i've will spend all our money and won't have anything but a Soup Bone to show for it."
 ''I insist upon the Meat Market first" said emphatically, flor one of the main reasons I have for accompanying you on this trip is to interview the Butcher, as he seems to be the Chief Figure in the Dramatic Personae. whom people are blaming with the High Cost of Liv- ing
 'All right" said my hostess politely, "as long as you are my guest I suppose
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
MRS. FRANK BELL
 BRIDGE LUNCHEON HOSTESS

Mrs. Frank Howe Bell, who is entertain- ing a house party of F guests during the week end, was hostess yesterday at d bridge luncheon in honor of the six mat rons. Her pretty home was adorned With pink enchantress carnations, the soft pink of whose petals brightened her rooms ana gave them an exquisite fragrance.
 There were four lovely prizes-dainty boudoir caps and silk hose. The forum ate winners were Mrs. J. B. F. Lowry, oi Chattanooga: Mrs. Valentine Nesbit, Mrs Hunter Smith.
 Preceding the games a. tempting lunch con was served at the small tables. Those who enjoyed the day with Mrs. Bell were Mrs. Hunter Smith, Mrs. Wilbur Kelley Mrs. owen Gillespy. Mrs. Brooks Forbes Mrs. David Fox. Mrs. M. E. Dewstoe, Mrs. Mortimer Jordan, Mrs. John 1T Yeatman, Mrs. V. J. Nesbit, Mrs. B. F. Wilkerson, Mrs. Lee Koenig and Mrs. Merriam, Mrs. Fred Lowry, Mrs. J. E. F. Lowry and Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Allen, Of Chattanooga.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
- ANNOUNCEMEN ENTS

The Equal Suffrage association will meet this afternoon al o'clock at the parish house, Church of the Advent, on Sixth avenue and Twentieth street. Mrs. T.. Crozier French of Knoxville, Tenn . will talk on suffrage and an interesting programme is, promised. The public Is cordially invited to this and all of the meetings Of the league.
 There will be a called meeting of the Mercy Home Industrial school board this morning at il o'clock in the directors room of the Chamber of Commerce.
 The Confederate Veterans Benevolent association will hold a called meeting this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Chamber of Commerce auditorium. By order Of the president.
 Miss Daisy Davies, southern field mis- sionary for the Methodist Episcopal church, will be In Birmingham tomorrow and will give an address at the South Highlands Methodist church at the II o'clock service, and in the evening at the First Methodist church. Miss Davis was a visitor to Birmingham during the recent mission jubilee. She is one of the most prominent women in the field of missions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
NOTES AND PERSONALS

The season is under way in Hot Springs, Ark, says note from that place. This weeks Birmingham arrivals at the Arlington hotel include Baxter sherwel and Isadore Shapiro. MT. and Mrs Julian w. Moody. 02t South Thirtieth street, have named their little girl Louise Wright.
 MT. George Moller Wlttlchen, who has spent q month with his mother, Mrs. Kate R. Wittlchen, returned Wednesday to Calgary Canada, where he is engaged in the real estate business.
 Mrs. Murray Forbes wittichen and her little son returned Wednesday with MT. George M. Wittiehen to Calgary, Canada, to join her husband.
 MT. and Mrs Lee Moody will go to New Orleans for the carnival.
 
 MT. Robert Burnett. who has been seri- ously i'll with typhoid fever since his re- turn to Birmingham several weeks ago, is reported much improved.
 Miss Edna Smith of Louisville will be the guest of Mrs Dan A. Logan for several weeks, and during her stay will be much entertained.
 
 Mir. and Mrs John Edward Morriss have returned from a visit to New Or leans
 MT. and Mrs. James A. Coleman are af home in one of tho Margaret apart ments.
 Mrs J M. Brown of Gadsden Is the guest of Mrs. George H. Hughes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
CAPT. AND MRS. GRAVES
 GIVE A MUSICALE
Mrs. Frank Bells Bridge Luncheon-Mrs Crooks Bridge Luncheon For Miss Arrgh-Mrs. Russell Hunt Host ess At Luncheon-Mrs. Burt M. Forney to Give a
 Reception-0ther Topics of Social Interest
ny MYRTLE MILES Peoples Telephones: Office 231; Home 2oo

The musicale given last evening by Capt. and Mrs. William H. Graves sug- gested some charming courtesy of ante bellum days. There was the same gentle, courtly hospitality that prevailed in the old southern manor house, indeed a subtle spirit Of the past seems to cling always about tn stately rooms of this charming home, new except for it's exquisite old mirrors, its handsomely carved doors and it's occasional relics all brought from the old south Alabama dwelling of the fam fly. There is not a more gracious home in all the state nor a lovelier welcome anywhere than this courteous gentleman and his queenly silver-haired wife give to those who enter it.
 Captain and Mrs. Graves were assisted last night by their daughters, Mrs. Har- rlson Stuart Matthews, Mrs. Frederick Gunster Mrs. Edward Deverreaux Smith, and MT. Matthews, Mir. Gunster and Mir Smith. The hostess was beautifully gown ed in purple satin of the royale tint and sparkling with silver beaded net fashion ed as a graceful overdress. Mrs. Gunster, who, with her husband, was an honoree. wore lovely green and gold beaded chif- fon finished with heavy gold fringe. Mrs. Matthews was in white chiffon made with an overdress of silver lace, and Mrs. Smiths gown was white chiffon gafhitur- ed with silver and touches of blue.
 MT. Gunsters lovely voice charmed his hearers. One cannot hear him sing with out feeling regret that his art Is no longer the property of the public. He has not sung publicly since adopting business career, but his beautiful interpretation of the songs which he gave last night indi- cated that he loves his art and fosters 1t none the less in that it is done private ly.
 A feature of the evening which made It more than ever an event belonging to an other period was the service of colla- tion from a long set table. This, as Mrs. Graves remarked, was done after the manner so fashionable some years ago. It quite captivated her guests-the beanti- ful table, it's lovely decorations and the delicious edibles which must have far sur passed those in vogue 'some years ago.
 It was a delightful occasion and one of those which continues altogether charm ing in retrospect
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
MISS MARY LOU COBB
 HOSTESS TO CLAN

Miss Mary Lou Cobb was hostess yes terday afternoon to the members of the Highland Clan. Tt was business meet ing and several new members were elect ed. Dainty refreshments were served at the close of an interesting session. Those who are members of the Clan and most of whom were present at the meeting were:
 Misses Bessie Bethea, Annie Blinn, Elizabeth Bowie, Florence Coffin, Helen Eustis, Fannie Evans. Elsie Farrior, Louise Glass, Pearl Guscott, Cary John son, Virginia MeDavid, Kate Perry, Lucy Lyman Powell. Evelyn Reynolds, Leila Smith. Edith Thompson, Louise Duggar, Dorothy Lynch, Mary Tardy, Virginia Underwood. Clara Lee Woodson. Carol Woodson, Harriet Fitts, Serena Kirkpat rick, Belle Roberts, Doris Weatherly, LII Han Orr, Maybelle Crosby, Josephine Cosby. Virginia Abbott, Leo Jackson, Mary Kinney, Annie Donnelly Christine Glass, Ruth Haynes and Ruth Evens.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
Dey ain't no oman alive, Honey, dat's as aole as she looks when she gifts up in de mawnin'. Naw'm!

 l must submit" said Peggy as we got out of the car and landed almost directly in front of the Mighty Mans local habi- taton. q want something for 50 cents,' said Peggy by way of introduction. "Some- thin that will do for five people for dn- Ter. Have you anything that answers that description?" W
 "of course I have said the Grouchy Butcher, and proceeded to. the back of the Meat Stall. where great knives and saws and things hung about like relics of An cient Barharism.
 oThen please to got 1t at once,' said Peggy as she peered about hind Quarters of Tennessee Lambs, Prime Ribs of Roast Beef and Porterhouse steaks, luscious and Chick
 "What made you think I didn't have anything | could sell for % cents?' said the Grouchy Butcher.
 "Oh-er-er--f don't know said Peggy. hedging unless. perhaps, it is the High Cost of Liying that made me suspect" "That makes me tired roared the Grouchv Butcher "Pve got as good for 50 cents as I had this time five years ago. Whats the matter with folks, anyway2 Why. they act like set of lunatics. 2 "But think of the price of beef, chimed in
 Its no higher than it's been for some time" said he, turning to me with a interesting look. 'These danged news papers write all sorts of stuff about such things and get people all stirred up iand--''
 They ought to write more than they do" shouted "Its outrageous, it's pre- Iposterousi Why~why-"
 Keep still, Dolly Peggy begged. T know you could kill him for stepping on your toes, but please stop. Look how big and brawny and blood thirsty he is."
 "Its had it's effect all right all right said the Crouchy Butcher. this news paper stun. Why. would eyou believe it. since they've been writing all these stories hbout the high price of things. I've act :ially lost some of my best customers. They pass me by these days without even P much as q NOD. Ihey.go by the &&at stall, straight towafd the Egs
 and lever 50 much as smile, and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
THE PORTER-CULP
 WEDDING OCCURS

A Washington exchange gives the fol- lowing notice of the marriage of Miss Adeline Culp of Washington and MT. Henry J. Porter, Jr., of this city:
 The Church of the Covenant was the scene of a large wedding Wednesday evening at S:3O o'clock, when Nils Adeline Culp, daughter of MT. and Mrs. John M. Culp and debutante of a season ago, be- came the bride of NIr. Henry Jefferson Porter, Jr., of Birmingham, Ala
 The Rev. pr. Charles Hemphll of Louisville. Ky. performed the ceremony, assisted by the Rev. Dr. Charles Wood, rector of tho Church of the Covenant.
 The bride wore an elegant gown of white crepe meteor, with court train of white velvet, and tulle veil caught with orange blossoms. Miss Agnes Cum nook of Boston was the maid of honor and she wore pink.
 The bridesmaids were Miss Edith Ora cie, Miss Brown of New Bedford, Mass. Miss Elizabeth Helm of California, and Miss Carmichael of Savannah. They wore blue.
 All of the brides attendants wore gold and enamel slipper buckles, souvenirs from her.
 MT. Preston Callum was the best man. and the ushers were MT. David HendrielI pr. Victor Hammond, MT. Jerome Graham and Nlrs Norris Mclean, all of this city, and Mir John Porter of Birmingham brother of the groom. and MT. Willis Westmoreand of Atlanta, Ga.
 A reception at the Cnlp home followed
 Among the out of town guests here for the wedding are MT and Mrs, Henry Porter of Birmingham, parents of the groom; Mir and Mrs. c. w. Culp of Rich mond, Va; MT. and Mrs. 1T. II. Ray mond of New York MT. and Mrs. Jo- seph Whitney, MT. and Mrs P. Compton, arid MT and Mrs. Kemp Slaughter all of Baltimore; Mrs. Charles B. Edmonds Of Louisville, Mir. and Mrs. Albert Sidney Edwards oe Birmingham.
 After the marriage Mr. and Mrs. Por- ter left in MT. Cubs private car for New York and sailed Thursday for the Der mudas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
CHARLESTON FIRE
 BUG" UNDER ARREST

Charleston, fs. C., January 19.-Ar- rested yesterday morning after the burn ing of tho Charleston Fiber company's plant, Marion Burdett. young white man, who has been watched for weeks by detectives Is alleged to have con fessed some hours later to many acts of incendiarism, among these being the starting of the Meeting street fire of July 8, 1910 in vich six large stores in the heart of the wholesale district were practically destroyed with loss of over s215,000. Burdette gave no reason for any of his incendiary acts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-20
MRS. k. l.. CROOKS
 BRIDGE LUNCHEON

Mrs. R. l.. Crook gave q lovely bridge luncheon yesterday In compliment to her house guest, Miss Alright of Natchez, Miss. Her color scheme, typical of the winter season, was red, and the flowers which were used with such charming ef- feet to adorn her tables and the mantelg and buffers were poinsettia and earna- tions. A dainty luncheon was served prior to the bridge games. Several lovely prizes were awarded at the conclusion of the games. Those taking part in the pleasure of the day were Mrs J. R. Me Wane, Mrs. Alexander McGill, Mrs. Gard ner, Mrs. Fitzpatrick, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Clark. Mrs Walter K. McAdofy, Mrs. Bradford. Mrs. King, Mrs. DeOyies, Mrs. Bevins. Mrs. Snyder, Miss snyder. Mrs. Backlock. Mrs Coxe, Mrs. McGill Mrs. Pegrain, Mrs. Dozier. Mrs. Curtis, Miss Curtis. Mrs. Olney Mrs Hit. Mrs. Price, Mrs Putnam, Miss Taylor, Mrs. Handy, Mrs. Cartera Mrs Winters, Mrs. Edmund sen, Mrs. Ssruggs, Mrs. Estes