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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
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 sive party.
 The whole controversy has deve1- oped through confusion as to what MT. Downer did resign from. He is right according to Information pos sessed by The Farmer when he states that he did not resign from the Pro- gressive party. MT. Downer did re- sign, however from the temporary state central committee of the Pro gressive party. This letter was re- turned to the local headquarters of the Progressive party. MT. Downer was later prevailed upon to with draw his resignation and still remains a mem her of the temporary state cen tra1 comm ittee.
 Bull Moose from the First, Tenth and Twelfth districts will meet to- night to plan work for the campaign. The First district workers will, meet in the headquarters in the Po1i build ing and the work of making a com plete canvass of the district will be mapped out. The Tenth district workers will meet in the headquarters district at AZ Beach street, rooms which were formerly used as Repub- Hcan headquarters but have been se- cured as Progressive headquarters this year. James U. Sammis, chair man of the Tenth district will call the meeting to order and will intro duce several of the party leaders who will address the gathering. The Twelfth district workers will meet at the district headquarters, 1273 Strat- ford avenue, opposite the Lincoln school and district chairman. Frank w. Rock will open the meeting.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
THROWN FROM TROLLEY GAR
 SUES CONN. GO. FOR S1,OOO

Claiming that he was seriously in- jured by being thrown from a trolley car, Samuel J. Platt of NorwaIk has brought suit against the Connecticut Co. for S1,000 damages. Papers in the action were filed today in the Su- perior court. P1attr claims that on July 20 last he was a passenger on a Roton Point car in NorWaIk
 He told the conductor to stop the car but before he could alight the sig nal to go ahead was given by the conductor. PIatt says his back, spine and kidneys were injured. At the time he had just been released from a hospital and was very weak As a result of the accident he had 60 re- turn to the hospital. The action is returnabIe to the October term Of court.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
MYSTERY STILL SURROUNDS
 MAYOR WILSON'S PERSONALLY CONDUCTED ELECTION TOMORROW

No one was able today to find out who the mayor has finally decided will be the watchers and counters at tn polls tomorrow afternoon when the special election which he is con- ducting' under his own personal aus pjces will in the parlance of the prize ring be pulled off, per his privately arranged schedule.
 The mayor said first that he was going to select the poll attendants. Since then he announced that the registrars would pick the men. The registrars like the mayor himself have found it convenient to absent them selves from their office when in- qUirers have sought to ascertain for the benefit of the public who the watchers were to be.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
YANKEES RELEASE IN MEXICO BAD
 FOR AMBASSADOR

Mexico City, Sept. 23.-Grave dip probable, today, from Ambassador Wilson's action in giving out a copy Of his note to President Madero threatening to land marines at Tam pico if his demand for the release rom jail of the American, named Nichols. was not promptly granted
 The Mexican minister Of foreign affairs released the American as soon as the case was brought to his atten- ton officially and Wilson's threat was withheld The am bassador is to- day in the position of having toltla the correspondents of threat he didn't make and the Mexican government is sald to be preparing a protest against what they deem a, gratuous insult
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23

Thus the plans proceeds surrounded in that fine maze of mystery. If you believe in this kind of work be sure and vote YES tomorrow. If you believe in the fullest publicity about such important things vote 'tNO.'
 The, personal tax question is a joke for both of the leading parties have agreed in their state platforms that it shall be abolished and the next legislature will abolish it.
 Even if the vote here should favor it's retention it is bound to go. As long as it remains it has to be col lected and other cities having tried to collect it through their regular col lector were forced to follow Bridge ports example and named special collectors to collect it.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
Martin F. HouIihan's
 Condition Improved
Especial to The Farmer)

NeWtown, Sept. 23-Former Repre- sentative Martin F. Houlihan, one Of Newtown's best known and respected residents is somewhat improved today following a partial stroke of paralysis with which he was visited late Satur- day evening. MT. Houlihan had been to New York accompanying one of his daughters who was returning to college in, New Jersey He arrived home Saturday evening seemingly in excellent. health and went at once to his hotel in Sandy Hook where he re- mained for the better part of the, ev- ening Shortly after reaching his home he was stricken. At first it was feared that the stroke would prove fatal but is condition today is such that his relatives have hopes of his recovery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
SCHOJLBOYS ON STRIKE !, SMASH NEARLY EVERY
 WINDOW IK BUILDINGS

New York, Sept. 2s.-Fifteen hun dred schoolboys 'to-. strike," today, attacked Public School No. 15 and l 1 and broke nearly epery window in both buildings. The police reserves were called out to disperse the mob. The boys were pupils in both schools in which their favorite principals were to be transferred. For several days the boys marched about the streets bearing banners expressing their in dignation and today they adopted more demonstrative methods
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
SUE FLAHAVEN BROS.
Bridgeport GasIight Go. Claims East Side Merchants Got Free
 Illumination.

For the alleged manipulation of the gas mains James and Patrick Fla haven who are in business at 846 Penn broke street have been sued for $500 by the Bridgeport Gaslight Go. Pa pers in the action were filed today in the superior court It is alleged that the defendants un1awfully attached a pipe Of their own to the company S service pipe and obtained $302. "A worth of gas without paying for it. A quantity of liquor at 846 Pembroke street owned by the F1ahaven Bros. has been attached
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
THE ROWLAND DRY GOODS co.
BRYAN OPENS CAMPAIGN
 IN CALIFORNIA

Los Angeles, Sept 23-Hundreds of admirers greeted William J. Bryan at the depot when he arrived here, today, to open the Democratic campaign in California. Thousands from nearby towns and villages came to hear the Nebra skan. His first address was at the Auditorium Theatre, to the women voters
 At noon. he addressed a meeting of wotkingmen at the Maud JunctloE nayiIion and this afternoon he was the orator at a big rally. Tonight, he will leave for Sacramento.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
.Babie. wears
 for embroidering.

Even than their usual share is the babies' DOT tion of new things to be embroidered.
 Dantness that will appeal to mothers, fneness that will accord with other belongings of little ots usefulness that will be appreciated all these mark the assembly More than a score, all told, of the things are ready Some of wool of bedford cord, of fine nainsook Practically all in pacages with ials fir completing them
 Sacks carriage robes bootees, coats nightingales, skirts capes, bbs, pillows, and such,- 25c to $2-
 floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
OBITUARY

After an illness of over a month, Paul R. Westberg, died this morning berg, 2s6 Lafayette street. He was but r years of age He was born in susquehanna, Pa, removing here some years ago with his parents He is a member of the South Congrega- tiona1 church and will be missed by his fellow worshippers.
 After a brief illness in the Shelton sanitariun, George Geissele, a well known resident of this city, died at that place. yesterday He is survived deceased has for many years been connected with the Jennings Bros. Co. and will be mourned by many friends he had made through his geniality.
 The last sad rites over the body of John Caracas, who was killed on Sat road. were performed yesterday af- tern con in- the undertaking parlors of Rourke & Reurke. Services were those of the Greek church, a clergy man from Stamford officiating. In- terment was in Park cemetery.
 son, wife of Hans Peterson, was held at her late residence Osborne Hill, Fairfield, Rev F. s. Childs, officiat- ing The services which were largely attended were followed by 1nterment in Oakla>wn cemetery.
 The funeral of William H. Gardner were held yesterday afternoon from his residence, 50 Cottage street, Rev. E. c. Tullar, friend of the deceas- ed for many years, officiating A tives included members Of Hamilton Commandery, K T. The remains were taken to Manchester, Conn.,. for interment accompanied by a delega- tion from the Hamilton commandery.
 The sudden death of Henry F. Da- wis, who dropped dead from heart failure shortly after walk Saturday evening will come a surprise to his many friends here. The deceased had not been in good health for some days but it was not expected his end was near He fell shortly after reach ing his residence at 39S Arctic St. He is survived by widow. He was a member of the I. O. O. F., Area mum lodge and Stratfield encampment.
 Funeral services were held over the body of the unidentified man found floating in the harbor off South ave- nue on Friday last at the undertaking g parlors of Messrs- Rourke & Rourke, Saturday afternoon. His funeral was arranged by Worshipfui Master A. V. Barber of St. Johns Masonic lodge and interment was in Masonic ments were made through the local Masons because of a, tattoed Masonic symbol on a forearm of the deceas- ed.
 Funeral services over the body of John Howard were held from the res idence of his sister. Mrs. James Clan cy, 9S Gem avenue, at o'clock yes- terday afternoon Services in St. Patrick's church at 2:3O were perform ed by Rev. Fr. Edward Curran. amid a large gathering of relatives, friends and fellow members of Bridgeport Aerie F. O. E. Surrounding the cas- ket were many floral evidences of the remembrance of associates and friends. The pail bearers were Morris Connery, John Quirk. William F'inton. Nicholas s Keane Andrew Creagh and William Sampson. InterInent was in St. Mi chae1s cemetery 4 mass of requiem was offered at s o'clock this morning for the repose of his soul.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
POSTMASTER SAYS SCHEPPS WOULD
 CONVICT BECKER

Hot Springs, Ark, Sept. 23-A sum mons was issued, today. for Postmas- ter Fred Johnson, to appear before Special Commissioner Huff, in the Becker deposition hearings. Johnson stated, today, his willingness to swear that Sam Schepps told him that as soon he, (Schepps) testified in the Rosenthal case. Becker would go to expected to attempt to keep the post master from making a deposition.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
MRS. HUNT DEAD AT 1O1
 LEAVES SON IN STAMFORD

Rowayton, Sept. 23.-The funeral services of Mrs. Mary Hunt, 101 years old were held here, today, from the home of Mrs. R. F. Shinn. Mrs. Hunt died at her home at Trinity Lake, N. Y. and leaves 63 direct descendants. There are five sons and one daugh- ter, one son Moses, living in Stratford, 21 grand children, 30 great grand children and six great great grand children
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
CORONER FINDS CHAUFFEUR CRINIINALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR
 DEATH OF JAMES SHEA

New Haven, Sept. 23-In a finding issued today, Coroner Mix finds Will liam Hunt a co1ored cha uffeur, crim- ina1Iy responsible for the death of James Shea, who was struck and all most instantly killed by the machine in Fair street The coroner finds Hunt did not exercise due care and eau
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
PROBATE COURT.

Rudolph 1Tohr. was today named by Judge Edward F. Hallen of the pro- bate court as administrator of the es- tate of his son, Rudolph A. IIohr, late Of, this city. Andrew L. Smith and Joseph Schietinger were named ap- praisers of the estate, which includes a. plumbing business in Rowayton, Conn
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
MAHAN NOMINATED
 FOR CONGRESS TODAY

Norwich, Sept. 23-At the Democratic Congressional convention for the 2d district, this afternoon, Mayor Bryan Mahan. of New London, was given the nomination over Raymond Jodoin, of Baltic, 145 to AZ.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
HEEF PRICES UP GENT
 POUND IN NEW YORK

New York, Sept. 23.-Retail beef nrices again advanced a cent pound, today on socalled 'choice cuts and dealers predicted that there would be a corresponding rise in all beef, pork and mutton within 24 hours
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
SALOONS CLOSE FOR
 ELECTION TOMORROW

No drinks will be served over the saloon bars tomorrow, according to orders received by the police depart nent, owing to the election balloting throughout the city of Bridgeport.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
WOMEN RAIDED AND FINED
 FOR RUNNING POKER JOINTS

South NorwaIk, Sept. 23.-Women run poker joints down this way and Mrs Augusta Needa, proprietor of one raided, Sunday, at Sprin gvOod. was fined $10 and costs in court. to- day. Five frequenters were fined sz and costs.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23

New York, Sept. 2s.-A typhoon in Japan severed connection with the islands today. Tho Comm ercia1 Cable Company announced that There fs and will be no delay Secretary of State Knox only sailed from EoIzo- homa, Sunday, and his ship may bs within the storm area
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23

New York-Mrs. Samuel Schwartz out for a walk, met her husband whom for three years she had be- Iieved dead. In a pinch, he fled. She caught him, however, and turned him over to the police. charging him with desertion.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
STRIKE OF 14,OOO TIE UP
 MANILA CIGAR FACTORIES

Manila, Sept. 23.-Near1y 2.oo0 cigar makers struck, today. Twelve thousand will follow, Wednesday tying up all factories in Manila. The strik- CTS main grievance is the compulsory registration law.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23
ASSESSORS WORKING NIGHTS.

The assessors office will be open three nights this week. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from to g. to receive property lists.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23

After a brief illness in the Shelton sanitarium, George Geissele, a well known resident of this city, died at that place yesterday. He is survived deceased has for many years been connected with the Jennings Bros. Co. and will be mourned by many friends he had made through his geniaIity.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23

Weather for to-day; Rain.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-09-23

The last sad rites over the body of John Cara cas, who was killed on Sat urday while at work upon the rail- road were performed yesterday af- ternoon in- the undertaking parlors of Rourke & Reurke. Services were those of the Greek church, a clergy man from Stamford officiating. In- terment was in Park cemetery.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1912-10-25

Two Irishmen were among a
class that was being drilled in
marching tactics. One was new
at the business, and, turning to
his companion, asked him the
meaning of the command Halt p
Why" said Mike, when he
says 'HaltP you bring the foot
that's on the ground to the side of
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1912-10-25
the foot that's in the air and re-
main motionless."

To prevent rugs and mats from
wandering all over the floor cut
patent fastenings from an old kid
glove. Tack half of fastening to
floor and other half to underside
of mat.
Wheeling majority. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1907-192?, 1912-10-17

at the department store, tailor. dress
maker, butcher or grocer is an honor
and one of the strongest points in
your favor is to protect your good
name by meeting your obligations in
the best possible manner.
Realizing the advantages offered by
a credit system, Livingston's some ten
years back opened their first store
at Wheeling, W. Va.-and in a small
way started a policy of selling on
credit at cash store prices,
OF course We had to overcome a
certain amount of prejudice, and it
was mighty strong, but by thoroughly
explaining every detail of our gradual
payment charge account to our pa
irons, we soon dispelked all false
ideas of our business, and established
ourselves so. firmly in the conf
dence of the people that to-day Liv-
ingston's own, control and operate a
great chain of stores throughout Penn
sylvania, Ohio, New York, West Vir-
ginia, also Wilmington, Del.
That we fill big want is proven by
the fact in the short time of our open
ing our Wilmin gton branch, we have
more satisfied md well wishing ac-
Wheeling majority. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1907-192?, 1912-10-17

counts than any other store Of its
kind in that city.
Honest dealings, honest merchan-
disc, fair, square and courteous treat
1 ment, and our reliable goods at the
right prices, have built up the bust
ness of this store and given it an
enviable reputation, besides bringing
it into popular favor with all classes.
! Our gradual payment system is a
very simple one and may be explained
in three words confidence, good
thought and faith, years of experience
have taught US that an honest person
no matter how limited his resources,
is safe person to do business with
and if the conditions are net difficult
or burdensome, such person may be
depended upon to live up to an agree
ment. 1t is not how much we can
Fsell to customer, but how often
Our aim is not merely to please for
the moment, but so thoroughly satisfy
you that you will trade with US Tegu-
larly and influence your friends and
acquaintance also to become patrons
of our store.
We have hundreds upon hundreds
of well satisfied customers in this
Wheeling majority. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1907-192?, 1912-10-17

49, - - :, - = WE WILL NOW HAVE --.
a Feu, Remarks

BY WALTER B. HILTON

ABOUT THE MOST CONTEMPTIBLE example Of
gutter journalism exhibited in Wheeling intro
duced Tuesday morning by the Intelgencer To the story
of the Roosevelt shooting headlines attached
no1ncng: Roosevelt shot by Socialist Roosevelt
wounded by Insane Socialist When read the story
that followed it that the word Socialist did
appear through its entire length and there infer
ence that "a Socialist had committed the crime. ~
The only justification for the headline came in {
fash-a bulletin that first announced the shooting Il
said: Reported Roosevelt shot by Socialist, not confirm
ed' A few minutes after this the wire it wa
ordered skHfed1 the sender the Associated Press
Every newspaper the entire country far be
learned killed the untruthfu FLASH exeept the Wheel
ing 1nteigencer There not manhood enough in the
office to kill it. and the false and misleading announcements
went out to it's few readers the deliberate and eeWard
endeavor discredt the Socialists and the who ar
advocating the philosophy. r~-ft.
No Socialist could have committed the deed 1t
impossible The Socialist is the person who knows
that Individual is not responsible for economic Ills that
economic conditions make what they are and that to
remove who has been made what he is by
mic conditions would only result in those same conditions
making another Of the kind take his place. So
the Socialist tries to change conditions that then
will change.
The only peope from whom Roosevelt any other
defender Of capitalism in danger those who have
not seen the Socialist light for they still good
men or bad men, and when they become convinced that
bad they know Of no other thing do than to per
sonally attack that To crank then comes the
thought Of assassination Socialist education is the great
factor make for the personal safety Of men public
life.
Wheeling majority. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1907-192?, 1912-10-17

city who have been dealing with us
continually, for once having dealt
with US you have an established credit
with our concern and Aorder goods
Whenever you want them, enjoying
the immediate use Of the clothes and
paying for them gradually.
The question which often confronts
prospective patron is "What would
be done. in case of my being unable
to meetAmy payments p This point
mas not been overlooked III CUR part
payment system, for we aimDto safe,
guard your interests at every point.
The first step would be to 5rankly
state. yours predicament to us, CON
fidence which we hold very sacred not
even the help in the store knowing
your circumstances. (the manager
only. You will find US more taan
willing to find a way out of your Diff
ficulty and ito help you tide over the
hard times. 1t is no part Of our polly
to take advantage of your misf-r
unes. Should you be overwhelmed
unexpected 'reverses, yoq may rest as
sured that Liivngston'ls is liberal
enough to insure you absolutely; fair
treatment.
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any law that will aid in lettering the
conditions of the working class.
PETER G. BOYD.
"A. | Bauer.

"A. L Bauer.
l. Yes, sir.
2. Yes. Have signed my resigna-
ton in blank, to be accepted if don't
l.. g. Yes. And the Imperative Man
date, also.
4. Yes.
5. Yes.
6. Yes. The present hour law O.:
w. Va. was written by me.
Z. Yes. The present IA year law
is an amendment of an 16 year limit
law written by me.
8. Yes. Most emphatically.
9. Yes. -
10. Yes. Am on record for that.
Remarks:-Some IL years ago had
introduced in w. Va. legislature an
Employers liability Law that. was
pigeonholed.
A. L. BAUER. #
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CONFESSIONS Of FATE
w. w. FeIdman, Manager Of Livig-
ston's Department Store, Gives
Some Interesting Talks Regard
ing the Art Of Credit Giving.

Credit gives us our beautiful coun-
try, our progressive cities, our rail
roads, our mammoth enterprises and
the comfort of life simply because it
is matter Of confidence -
The principle of credit is the same
whether. between governments, banks,
firms or individuals.
To have a charge account, or in
other words to buy on credit, whether
Wheeling majority. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1907-192?, 1912-10-17

'sShAVERY and 200 per cent profit is the heading
of article in another column which should prove inter
atronzng the local branch Of the United Cigar stores
trust thousand people trying to make their living
Wheeling in the stogie industry and they transfer their
business should then proceed send that money to
New York via the United Cigar Stores trust is beyond
the grasp Of common horse sense
Wheeling majority. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1907-192?, 1912-10-17
UNAFFECTED BY the standpatterg, frantic tugg

UNAFFECTED by the standpatters' frantic Juggling
at its coat tails Science stalks sereney Unsashabe
glass has been invented in France distinctive differences
in the blood crystals Of Of different has been
discovered in the laboratory Of the University Of Penn
syvana wireless electric control of clocks has been per
fected by an italian inventor. This that injury
from flying fragments Of glass will be materially reduced
that fewer black will be ynched for the crimes Of
white men, and that correct time, the most important
in this brief fe will be brought into the horizon of
the poor Verify science drags The world along and
theologans with it. =
Wheeling majority. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1907-192?, 1912-10-17

THE PENDULUM has swung again The white
races recently vocing their fear Of yellow Peril
now all China is alarmed ever the coming Of the Wh
Peril" The capitalists of all the Civilized IN Y
through their respective governments tearing at
Chinese WALL intent upon fattening themselves at the
pense of that torn and troubled country.