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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
REAL TRAVELLER is HE.
Charles r. Keller Just Back From
Peru.

Charles r. Keller, brother of
Mrs. M. l.. Dunnett, is visiting his
sister. Mr.. Keller Is a mining engi-
neer and has just returned from
Peru where he is interested in ex-
tensive mining concerns. Mr.. KEN
Ter lived at Solomon when a boy
but he has been all over the worlds
He was one of the first Americans
in South Africa and was close to
Cecil Rhodes and other big opera
tors. He has crossed Russia and
Siberia from Moscow to the Pacific
coast five times and has been all
over South America. In fact he
knows the world as well as the aver
age man knows Kansas.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
CHAPMAN GIVEN BIG LEAD
WINS FROM BOOSTERS

Stanley was off yesterday and the
Abilene Boosters spotted Chapman
six counts in the first chapter OF
the base ball game at Booster park
yesterday. Sidesinger was placed on
the slab and the Chapmanites con-
tinued to dent the counting pan for
four more scores up to the sixth inn
ing when Sidesinger was taken out
of the box and Reese put in to quell
the stampede. The visitors did not
register another count the rest Of
the game. The Boosters started In
to win. but the handicap was too
large and at the close Of the ninth
chapter the score board showed
Chapman in the lead by four scores
the final score being 10 to 8.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
ABILENE HORSES MADE
GOOD AT COUNCIL GROVE.

Among the large list Of entries OF
tho racing meet which closed at
Council Grove last week were two
Abilene horses, Annie Ball and Rob-
ert Bijou. Annie Ball is owned by
Charles snider and took second NOM
ey In the 2:15 pace. Robert Bijcu,
CIeve English's horse received part
OF the third and fourth money Of
the same race. The best time Of
this race was 2:17h. Both horses
are starting the season in fine style.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
Narrow street Works Wen.

West Third between Mulberry and
Walnut Is good example Of the
advantage Of narrow paved streets.
The curbing Is in S6 feet wide. Then
earth has been taken out about five
feet on each side leaving roadway
26 to 2s feet wide. Because 1t ID
now drained 1t IL all used and the
travel on the street finds 1t ample
for all the accommodation needed.
The paved streets In the residence
district could much better be 80 feet
than 36 feet and would have saved
big bunch Of money.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
FACULTY is SECURED.
County High School To Have Thirteen
Instructors.

The entire faculty of the Dickin-
son county high school consisting OF
1S members has been elected for the
next school term. Following are the
names of the instructors, the schools
they attended and the departments
they will teach.
w. s. Robb, B. s., A. B., Indiana
Normal College and University Of
Kansas, principal; Alden Dannevik,
L. l.. B, University of Kansas, as
sistant principal, history and civics;
Alice Engle, Kansas State Normal.
public speaking and English; B. R.
Mock, B. S., University of Kansas,
mathematics; Oliver Mac Williams,
A. b., B. s., Wittenburg College and
Wittenburg Theological Seminary
manual training and farm mechan-
les; C. v. Nichols, B. S., Campbell
College and Kansas Wesleyan Col
lege, commercial department; Muriel
e. Williams, A. B., State Normal
College, Emporia, home economies;
Ellen M. Hickok, B. s., X. s. A. G.,
science; Edward Isaac, B. s., X. s..
A. c., agriculture; Avis Perry, D.
c. H. s., librarian; Frances Norris,
A. b., A. M, Kansas University and
Chicago University, English; Mary
Stadtler, A. B., A. NJ, Kansas Uni
versity; H. w. Steininger, music Inv
structor.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
Advertised Mail.

For week ending July is, 1912;
Letters: Miss Mabel Anderson,
Miss B. K. Crittenden (3), J. w.
Henderbur, Willie Hindsberg. Geo.
H. Hoffman, Charley Hunt, A. J.
ingalls,. Mrs. Katie Jacob, Fred
Kleneck, Mrs. Beula Mexican. @. F.
Powelson, Herman Babun, Geo. Rich
ardson, Leo Stackle, J. s. Walters.
Cards: Carl BRIGGS, Bert Gaddls,
q. A. HoImdohl, Mrs. J. B. Lumber,
Miss Gertrude Mishler, L. P. Rains
Miss Eta Reed. Miss Josephine shu-
maker, c. B. Spencer 4 Co.. Miss
Ethel Wagner. Master Max Wernef.
RICHARD wARNG, P. d.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18

The funeral Of F. M Upshaw was
held this morning from the Presby-
terrain churcn at 10 o'clock and bur-
ial was made in the Abilene ceme-
terry. Rev. DR.. F. s. Blayney con-
Quoted the services. ]. NJ. Gleissner,
Jacob Brown, ]. B. Case, H. w. Will
son w. B. Giles and G. w. Hurd
acted as pail bearers.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18

son william in Portland, Oregon,
July 10. The body will be brought
here for burial. arriving tomorrow.
His daughter, Mrs. w. s, Stambaugh
Of Fargo. N. D., will come here for
the funeral. She arrives tonight and
win be the guest of Mrs. G. L. Hub
bard. Another son, George. resides
in Chicago.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
..Hanpv,a. Barber shop

Assures you courteous treatment.
Three skilled workmen. Only shop
In town with individual wash stands.
Clean hot towels to each patron.
Tubs and shower baths In connection.
Reflector Building.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
miss Moore,s Mother Dead.

Miss Hattie Moore, head waitress
at the Union Pacific hotel was called
to her home at Tonganoxie by the
death of her mother Mrs. Moore
died Saturday at the home Of daugh-
ter at Chanute. The funeral was
held today. Miss Moore's many
friends will be sorry to learn Of her
loss.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
WEST SIDE SEWER is
TO HAVE A NEW PUMP

The West Side sewer which has
not been working we'll for several
months is to have new pump. 1t
is being placed in position and the
city commissioners expect that it will
take care of the sewage.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
!. M. UPsHAW PASSED AWAY
AT HIS SONS IN PORTLAND.

F. M. Upshaw, for many years q
resident OF 'this county and head Of
the Upshaw firm in this city for a
long time, died at the home of his
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
An Affair for
Everybody

The Chautauqua Season Tickets have been
on sale now several days, and the time is ripe
for you to get yours.
It's not matter Of counting the cost, for
more than moment-the cost is so small.
"A moments serious consideration of tho
Chautauqua its week Of entertainment.
its week of inspiration-should convince
you of its value TO YOU.
Seven musical companies, host Of enter
tainers, novelty companies leaders in thought
in a dozen lines Of study, will be here.
You'll want rest, a vacation The Chau-
tauqua provides one right at home, 1t brings
music, observation from travel, study, inspira-
ton, right to you.
It's week from the routinea week
out-of-doors: entire change from the ex-
perience Of the months previous
Get the Chautauqua spirit start the first
day. A season ticket makes the cost about
fifteen cents number.
It's the most democratic affair that comes
to town.
It's everybody's Chautauqua planned to
meet every taste. every creed, every age
The Junior Chautauqus under the direction
Of the greatest playground exponent in tho
country. Helen Bradford PauIsen.
Chautauqua
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18
LOCAL MARKETS.

(Graiu markets corrected ever
Thursday morning by Abilene MILLING
Col
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18

Kansas City creamery 24he; dairy
24c.
chicago creamery. a9-sse; dairy
21-s4e.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1912-07-18

Market corrected weekly by J. q
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
SEA BREEZE ISLAND

Directly after the Hartford Bridge port game at Sea Breeze Island to- morrow the fans and others who will be admitted after the game to the ball field will have an opportunity to wit ness the sensational balloon ascension and parachute drop of Prof. F. D. Minerly.
 The Wheeler & Wilson band will play two grand sacred concerts both afternoon and evenings. Many whc have acquainted themselves with the vast improvement in the bathine beach will flock to the Sea Breeze
 The new $15.O00 carousel, biggest and best in New England, is now in full operation, and it Is expected to prove quite the most popular novelty that the new management has installed thus far.
 The engagement of Bert Morphy the man who sings to beat the band, dates from Monday, and afternoon and evening for the entire week, he will sing with the Wheeler & Wilson band.
 Elaborate preparations for the mon ster flag raising on July 4 are under way The construction of two huge towers between which the banner will be suspended will give visitors at the Island today and tomorrow some idea of the magnitude of the flag. A grand military and civic demonstra- ton will accompany the flag raising
 Holiday week at Sea Breeze prom ises to be the biggest week in it's his-
 Take the seaview avenue cars or boats from Henry street or Stratford avenue piers.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

MT. and Mrs. w. A. Smith of e04 State street entertained a wedding party at their home Thursday night, when at o'clock Miss Elizabeth Ste vens of the State Normal School in Oshkosh. Wis.. and Charles Nevitt of Oshkosh were married. Rev. Dr. Richard L.. Swain, pastor of the South Congregational church, performed the ceremony. The bride is an sintiipate friend Of Mr. and Mrs. Smith. The P groom. was attended by his son, George Nevitt, aud little grand daughter of MT. Smiths carried . bas- ket of roses. The bridal gown was of white charmeuse and she carried white roses. Palms and roses were used in decorating the rooms. Bent ley's orchestra furnished the music. splendid collation. was served by Caterer Waters during which the or chestra played The bride has many friends in this city, having taught school at the Prospect school and at the Myrtle avenue school for some time until she went to become critic teacher in the Wisconsin 6tOte Nor mai school. There she met Mr. New it, who Is prominent business man, treasurer and attorney of the Payne Lumber Co. MT. Nevftt fs one of the. capitalists of Wisconsin and very prominent throughout the StAte. The; wedding trip will be through the New England States, and the remainder of the summer will be spent at 8 sliM- mer home at Lake W1nnehoge.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
POPULAR COMEDIAN
 10 GIVE HIMSELF WELL EARNED REST
James Devine to Leave Poi Players This Evening For His Squantum Bun
 galOw

James Devine, for several months among the most popular players of the local stock companies. will close his local enlargement here this evening. when he will leave following the final performance of stThe EaSi- est Way, in which he has the role of "Jim Weston" for q we'll earned rest at his bungalow in Squantum, Mass. Mrs. Deyine and the Riddles are awaiting the homecoming of fAth- CT Jim with a hne supply of milk fed chicken and fresh garden sasS
 < Mir. sDevine came here Jan I, and stepped into instant favor with the theatreeoers. His. special line of work is character comedy parts. He excel4- ed in the role originated by William H. Crane in Father and the BoyS, z and latterly has been seen to advan- tage in rSeven Days,'' as ssBubbleSs' as the sheriff in 'sThe Fortune Hunt CT" and as Jim Weston In The Easf- est Way
 Apart from the following he has built up in the theatregoers, he has made many personal friendships dur- ing his half year In tho city. Mir. De- vine will join the Star and Garter show in Nhe fall. following a good rest at, Squantum and will play in this city in February.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
HEART BROKEN OLD COUPLE SAIL BACK
 TO SUNNY ITALY
Care Worn Faces Lighted With Pleasure at Prospect of
 Being Home Again

Let us go back to Italy to die,'' begged Joseph Pavone, an old Italian laboref of IS Lexington avenue, when he and his wife, also advanced in years, called a few days ago at the office of Supt. Johnson and in broken English, with tears streaming down their cheeks. unfolded the story of their grief.
 The old couple have lost all their children. The last one died, vic- tim of spotted fever, few months ago. and the parents, with no ties left to keep them here, and with little prospect of relief from poverty, made up their minds that their fatherland was the best place for them
 Supt. Johnson succeeded in securing transportation for them through the office of the state comptroller, and today the old couple went to New York in custody of Investigator Nor rissey of the Board of Charities who turned them over to an immigration officer They sailed today. their care worn faces lighted with smiles at the prospect of soon basking under the warm sun and beautiful blue of the Italian skies.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
AT TTORNEY KELLER
 BECOMES BENEDICT
Prominent Lawyer and Clubman Quietly Weeds Miss Evelyn
 Clara Lewis

-f4
 Miss Evelyn Clara Lewis. daughter Of Mrs. and the late MT. Willis C. Lewis 1o4 Welt Liberty street, be- came the bride this afternoon Of At torney Frederick D. Keeler, a vel known lawyer and clubman, at the home of the brides coi1sin, Mrs Irv- ing Shaw. Riverside, Conn.
 ternoOu. . Owing to the ill health of the brides mother the ceremony was q quiet one with only the immediate families pres ent. Rev. John DePeu of this city officiated
 < immediately after the wedding breakfast. the couple. left for honey moon on returning from which they will resale at the Stratfield pending the completion of new home : in North Main street..
 Miss Lewis is q young woman of much charm, while the bridegroom is among the best known members os the Fairfield County bar.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
MITCHELL NOT
 YET SENTENCED Justice Wright Doubts His Power to Do So In Labor
 Leaders Absence

Washington, June 29.-Justice Wright has postponed the sentencing of John Mitchell, who was adjudged in contempt of court on Monday, to- gether with Samuel Gompers and Frank Morrison, the labor leaders. He said yesterday he doubted his power to sentence him while absent from the Jurisdiction.
 Unless Mir. Mitchell agrees to the imposition of sentence in his absence or appears in court in the last two weeks in July, Justice Wright will issue an order for his arrest and he will be brought to Washington on an attachment Attorney Jackson H. Ralston expressed the opinion that he finitely by July 16 regarding his cli- nets attitude.
 A formal appeal was made in the cases of President Gompers and Sec retary Morrison, supercedeas bonds of $5,000 and $S,000, respectively, being fixed by the court. Justice Wright extended the hearings on the bill of exceptions until Fall at the request of Attorney Ralston,. declaring, how ever, that 1t was a personal favor to the attorney. who has booked pass age for Europe.
 Justice Wright branded as false the public statement of President Comp tics, and had delayed the opinion until after the close of the Repubii- can National Convention, although 1t was prepared a month before.
 I was deliberately and falsely mis- represented by the defendant Comp CTS, 'ss said Justice Wright.
 Tho court refused to assess the cost of the Contempt proceedings, amount ing to $1,500s against the three re- spondents, although motion to that end was presented by the Commit tee Of Prosecutors" comprising Att torneys !. J, Darlington, Daniel Dav- enport. and Clarence R. Wilaon.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
EASTON

Miss Alice Cornell closed her school at Wilson Street on last Friday with very pleasing exercises. The pro- gram was as follows: Song. Work Wings In Hand. by Annie Ohradan; recitation, His Choice by Elmer Demming: recitation, Our Little Man" by John Visney; exercise, The May Be- by six scholars; recitation, "vacation Is Here" by Mary Pierson; well; recitation, ..The Everlasting Why. by Andrew Miliner: recitation. "A Scholar" Edna Baldwin; recita- ton, Just Boy, Joseph Troupe: a song The Cockoo." by the school; recitation. "The Morning Glory.v by Mary Ohradan; : recitation. The Hunter; Rufus Troupe: recitation. 7 Small Pitchers Have Big Ears. by Emma and Mary Ohradan; recitation, School Closed" by MHliee Visney; song, Vacation is Here, by school. The school room was decorated with laurel and daisies After the pro- gram picnic was held on the green and ice cream and cake were served
 Mrs. Ira Andrews and son, Harold Andrews, have returned from a very pleasant visit with friends in New Britain.
 Miss Mildred Hull of Greens Farms U her cousin, Miss Mabel Edwards.
 The scholars that were perfect in attendance every Rday during the month of June at the Academy were: Stanley Northrop, Elliott Northrop, Helen Bennett, Minnie Gustavson, Lena Goldstein. Eva. Ketchel. Law renee Kellogg, Achsah Cande, Clara Sanford. Martin visney, Gladys Ab- bolt, Agnes Abbott, and Rose Snow. Teacher. William Cook.
 Michael Kochis and William Parker; teacher, Miss Lillian Andrews.
 At the Judd school were Ruth Da- wis, Dorothy Stillson. Ellen Swenson. Emma Wells, Ruby Wells and George Davis; teacher, Mrs Wallace Davis. -
 At the Yellow school were Julian Piecot, Nellie Northrop and Kenneth Logan; teacher. Miss Ruth Mallette.
 At the Aspetuck were Edith Ab- bolt, Margaret Gamnasky, Catherine Medlock. Annie Nermet, Jennie Ner- met and Walter Abbott; teacher, Miss Esther Gustavson.
 At the Sport Hill school we're Wes- ley Beeman, Louis Goldstein, Gorham Sturges, Albert Goldstein, Fred Wal dron, Paul Lazarus, Helene J. Marsh, Marjorie Jennings Alma Stevens, and Ida Lazarus;- teacher, Miss Mary S. Ferris.
 The scholars that have been pres ent every day during the past term are Minnie Gustavson, Stanley. North rop, Elliott Northrop, Wealey Beenan, Dorothy Stillson, Emma Wells. and Nellie NorthroD:
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
sNEAk T'HlEvES N MANY HOMES
 DURING CIRCUS

. ADttyity o1 snea1f thiAves who toolu ef1 lufihg Circus day. was disciosed today in reports to the police Of sev- e511 GAoetG s
 llrs FlAtt e se1 stratford avenue 1leoOvered khat during her absence t41eype had taken approximately $10o
 At1lyyw Gurea. an employe of the CFauo CO. believes there' is Aomethina 14pofnatura1 in the disappearance of hD bon1 roll of t8O from his trunk. 7He found thes trunk locked as usual . fe& 6ell1fs in it. and on. opening p it QfDc6V>Ped tAaf the interior. was in coufpStoa and . wallet containing $8o We1 Gone. GufSa shares his room
 W11l fMo others. 1air6eld farm hands. 7961 ri acc0unt 46r the disappear
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
FRATERNAL NEWS

Court Nathaniel Wheeler elected officers last evening for the first time since the amalgamation of Courts Waldmere, the Bridgeport and Penn broke, and the ticket was as follows:
 Chief ranger, John H. Grant; sub- chief ranger, Samuel Thomas; re- cording secretary. E. F. Davis senior woodward, Samuel Grinrod; junior woodward, Louis J. Gelbman; senior beadle, George H. Biebel; lecturer, Thomas F. Tagpe: pianist, Harry Cot ter; Forester's hall, James J. Stone.
 Oriental chapter. Order of the Eastern Star, was instituted Thurs day evening number of grand officers here Thursday evening. The fol- lowing officers were elected and in- stalled Miss Clara o. Lockwood, w. M.; w. F., M. T. Tayor: A. M., Mrs Margaret Taylor; conductor, Mrs Eupheme Farrar; assistant conduc- tor, Mrs. Lima Mitchell; secretary, Mrs. Mary John; treasurer, John w. Mitchell; w. H.. Niey, eentinel- warder xs< A..
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
.cOhNECIIcUT co. SETTLES CLAIM OF WOMAN HURT BY
 FALL IN FAIRFIELD AVENUE

Through a settlement made by the Conpecticut Co. with Mrs. Annie Panasewitch. the city has been re- lieved of claim for damages for per- sona1 injuries. filed by the woman fol- lowing a fall in the street. The fall was due to defect in that portion of the highway at Park and F'afr- field avenues which the trolley com pany is bound to keep in repair. The report of this disposition of the case was made to the Claims committee by City Attorney Pullman at it's meeting last evening. Eleven petitions for the abatement of personal tax were filed.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
WESTPORT
Especial to the Farmer. )

Westport, June 29.-Rev. Patrick L.. sDolan, Saugatuck boy, ordained to the priesthood June 21. will sing his first solemn high mass tomorrow at 10:30 o'clock at the Church of the As- sumption, his home parish. It is ex- pected that the church will be throng- ed not only by the regular parishion- ers but also by many non-C Catholics, friends of the young priest. Father Dolan will be the ce1ebrant of the n1ass Assisting him as deacon win be Rev Patrick "A: 4McCarthy of Plainville, his classmate and who wal also ordained on June Fl; the sub- deacon will be Rev. Robert Bowen of Hartford; master Of ceremonies, Rev. Walter McElroy of Bridgeport; aco- lytes. Arthur Reilly of Meriden and Miles Calvin: incense bearer Eugene
 F. Crynes There will be . niim1er Of other priests within the sauctuary in-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
COROHER'S INQUEST IN AUTO TRUCK FATALITY 10
 BEGIN MONDAY MORNING

Coroner John J. Phelan will examine witnesses in the trolley fatality Of Thursday night, beginning on Mon- day. He has already instituted his inquest into the death of William H. Clayton, who was one of the three occupants of the Locomobile truck which was in head-on collision with a north bound Main Sstreet trolley car at Main and Gold streets. John Boyle and Frank Bratz are recovering.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
DANBURY PRIEST IN
 DOMINICAN ORDER

Rev. Joseph C. Brady. of. Danbury, who was ordained at the Catholic University last week, has affiliated his first Mass in his home church on last Sunday. During his theological course Father Brady distinguished himself in many ways, and he enters upon his career as @ Dominican mis- sionary with the prospect of contin- in Danbury v7ho are keenly interested in his welfare and are proud of his early achievement.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
PLUMLEY OFF TO PORTLAND.

Dr. Burton B. Plumley left Bridge port today for Portland to attend the annual convention of the B. F. o. E. He is the delegate representing Bridgeport lodge. Dr. Plumley will be gone 31 days, enjoying an exten- sive tour of the west in connection
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
PlS!I U cI|ITls lRue SHE AO1hNl f0. n
 cuH BLOCK nE,u YER

ocoft6s U Nofb1agle 6 Son, furni- tul 4Aa1SfH for many years at Main lk11 u1 1+tkneld avenue. will re- 9a3n GtreeG 0o14en HUI to Elm utr9efa Nkicts will be rernodelled to inel }14 1eeda of the big furniture
 'C(3{5 Bfus store, which was con
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29
CRACkSMEN SELECT
 VAL LuABLES WITH CARE; LOOT IS $500

Cracksmen who overlooked bulky valuables for the sake of jewelry end other more compact goods. made of with spoils valued at upwards of $600 from the home Of Nelson H. Downs, treasurer of the Bridgeport Webbing Go, in Uncowa Hill. yesterday fore noon. The loot includes watches, pins and other jewelry The sneak thieves entered the house while the residents were absent; watching the
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-06-29

Inez Edwards is sspending a few
 days as guest of her grandmother Mrs Ida Gilbert. Rev. F. s. Clark will occupy the
 pulpit at the Baptist church on Sun
 day morning.