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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
Lion bicycles-- Rowland tires.

For $25, Lion bicycles inn press us as best value we have ever had. For this price, a Lion bicycle is to be bought complete. Complete means equipped with coast CT brake and with mud guards. And every one IS sold with the stores guar antee as to both quality and service.
 Rowland tires are of splendid goodness. Good firm resilient rubber cover ing on a close-woven fabrlc. So good they stand up under long hard service. Guaran- teeed for 30 days for we've found if they go wrong they do it within that period Regular wcight-$2, special heavy weight,-S3.
 Front basement.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
White dresses for young girls.

Pretty white dresses, es- pecially suited to Easter wearing, and to be bought so reasonably that Mother will hardly spend time to make one.
 Of nice lawn and of en- broidery.: Some trimmed with lace in very attractive patterns, Cluny and Valen- ciennes. |. Their models are new and graceful, are especially pat termed for girls. And they are made with a skill and care that mothers will ap- preciate thoroughly.
 Sizes 6 to Ill.,
 $2 $3 to $15
 Second floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
CITY HAS OVER $4O0,00O ON BOOKS Unpaid Back Taxes and Street Sprinkling As
 SeSSmentS Fifteen Hundred Liens Filed By Collector Cooney
 Today

Taxes in arrears and overdue street sprinkling and other assessments are on the books of the city to the sum of over $400,0O0. Tax liens on nearly 1,500 pieces of property were taken into the office of Town Clerk Thomas this noon by Collector Cooney. The taxes in arrears amount to about $350,0O0, while assessments for street sprinkling amounting to about $35 OO0 are also listed with the overdue ac. counts Besides this there are many charges for pavement, sewers and similar work, which brings the amount of overdue charges not far from the half million mark
 City Auditor Heating returned the tax books to Bernard F. Cooney, the collector, late yesterday. The force in the Collectors office will spend the month of April in making out the annual tax bills. The tax on the list of 1911 is not due until May l. But there are something like 12,00O bills to be made out before that time, in connection with the regular routine of the office.
 The tax books show that the list or 1911 includes taxes in the first district amounting to $595. 5.S69.21. Tn the sec ond district the sum is $805, ,822 g. Street sprinkling assessments of $35,. S59.S4 are due and payable on May 1.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
STATEENCAMPMENT OF C. A. R. HERE ON
 APRIL I9 AND 20

The annual encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic of the Department of Connecticut will be held in this city on Friday and Satur- day, April 19 and 20. It is expected that between 300 and 400 veterans from all parts of the State will be in at- tendance. Arrangements for the en- tertainment of the visitors are pro- gressing in the hands of Elias Howe, Jr., Post, No. 3, G. A. R., of this city.
 The local post will give the citizens of Bridgeport an opportunity to share in extending hospitality to the visit ors, and to that end has athorized several members to' solicit contribu- tions for the expenses of the State en- campment.
 The rapid depletion of the ranks of the aged survivors of the Civil War lends especial interest to the State encampment here this year, for it may be the last time that Bridgeport will have an opportunity to do honor to the gallant men who fought to pre- serve the Union.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
MAYOR INSTITUTES
 WEEKLY MEETINGS WITH DEPARTMENTS
Expects to Secure Better Cooperation As Result
 of Frequent Chats

Mayor Wilson began today series of weekly conferences with the heads of the various departments of the city. His schedule for the regular Saturday conferences has been made out as follows:
 City Engineer, 9:45; Fire depart ment, 10 a. m.; Superintendent of streets, 1O:30; Library board, 11:00; Paving and Sewer commission. II: 8; i; Board Of Assessors, 12:00 o'clock; Board of Education, 12:30 o'clock; Board of Health, 100 o'clock; Police department. 1:30 o'clock; Public Works department, 200 o'clock; Charities department, 2:30 o'clock; Audit Committee, 800 o'clock; Board of Contract and Supply, 3:30 o'clock; Park department, zoo o'clock.
 This schedule will be followed from week to week. The mayor said he ex- pected to hold these conferences each week that he may keep in touch with what is doing in the various depart ments. He expects better co-opera- tion as a result of this scheme.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
DIED.

SMITH.-In Southport, Conn.,, (Hu1l' s Farms Road), March 2Sth, 1912, Elizabeth H., wife of Philip s. Smith, aged 51 years, 2 months, 2 days
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from Henry E. Bishop s Mortuary, Chapel, No. 274 Fairfield avenue, (Bridgeport), on Sunday, March 31st, at 2:30 D. m. Those unable to attend the funeral may view the remains at the chapel Sat- urday afternoon and evening.
 -Interment at Lakeview. ceme- tery. S2s b. HATCH.-In Boston, March 29, 1912, Minerva J., widow of Chauncey M. Hatch, formerly of this city, aged S6 years 2 months.
 -s--Friends are invited to attend the funeral at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Harry L. Doten, No. 131 0lenway Street Grove Hail, Boston, on Monday, at D. m.
 Burial in Pines Bridge, Sey- mour, Tuesday afternoon. asp L1ALLEY.-In this city, March 23. 1912, Sarah E., only daughter of John and Katherine Kalley, aged IF years, 6 months.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at the residence of the parents, No. s71 East Washington avenue. on Monday, at S:30 a. m.. anu OI- OHdFN.S OHuTCu dt d III.
 Burial in St Michaeis ceme- HAVEY.-In this city, March 2S, 1912, Ann, widow of Bernard Havey.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the undertaking parlors of Cullinan & Mullins, No. 664 Main street, on Sunday. March a, at p. m.. and from St. Angus tine's church at 2:3o p. m.
 @Interment at St. Michae!'s cemetery. @.ss.
 "A high mars of requiem forthe fepose of the soul of the deceased will be sung in St. Augustine's church at 2 o'clock, Monday morn ing, S29 b* POOLE.-Passed away in New York, March 2s, 1912, William J. Poole. beloved husband of Anne Chadwick Poole, aged 56 years, months.
 Friends are invited to view the remains at his late residence, 117 Park Terrace. on Sunday, from 10 a. m. until p. m., and funeral service will be held in St. Georges Episcopal church, corner. Colorado anu Maplewood avenues, on Sunday March 31, at p. m.
 Burial in Lakeview cemetery. DENTON.-In this city, March 2s,
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his son, Wm. H. Denton, No. 296 Madison avenue, on Sunday, March 31, at 2:30 p. m., and from St. Pat ricks church at 3 D. m. Requiem mass at St. Patrick's church, Mon. day. April 1.
 -Interment at St. Michaels cemetery. sass
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
TO
 BREAK SPIRIT
 OF THE ALIENS
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Especial from United PresS.1
 Hillsvi1le, Va, March 30-A starva- tion campaign against the two lone Allen outlaws still fugitives in the Blue Ridge was started today. The defiant message brought to the detec- lives by Freel Allen-that the men will never surrender-together with the half-starved condition of the out law stripling, decided the posse lead CTS that loss of life would be averted if the siege plan were adopted.
 Freel and Claude Allen, the two outlaws just captured, say their kin are suffering for food. A few days more of lodging through the noun tains, the detectives think, may crush the Allen spirit.
 Carroll county prosecuting officials are working steadily to secure state ments from all eye witnesses. The Aliens defense will be that Floyd AL len, the prisoner on trial before Judge Massie on the day of the murders, did not fire until the court officers opened the fusilade.
 1t was considered doubtful here that Freel Aliens frank admission to in- terviewers that the gang had planned the courtroom murders could be used against him in the trial.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
O'DONNELL A DRIVER
 OF POOR DELIVERY

Edward O,Donnell, a driver afflicted with a very weak memory. was ar raigned in the city court this morn ing on the charge of embezzlement, and had his case continued until April 2d.
 ODonnelrs arrest is the result of the reopening of an old charge, prefer ed against him last February by Denis 6. Squires for whom he was a driver. Entrusted with a load of their coal he sold it and pocketed the proceeds in stead of of delivering it. The case at that time was dropped, but ODonnell repeated the same performance, this time the victim being James Doolan. ODonnell was sentenced for 15 days and on the expiration of his term, was rearrested and arrainged on the for mer case.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
Memo service tor Easter week.

lO1 AdSCSI "GSk. We are fortunate enough to offer the special Memo service through Easter week. And it is genuine good fortune.
 Ones new spring gown or suit is going to be far more satisfactory if fitted over new corsets. That satisfac- tion is going to be all the greater if the corstts them- selves are properly fitted and adapted to the wearer in the first place.
 Memo expert service makes sure of this adapta- bility and proper fitting. Form the many sstyles of Memo one will be chosen which will be the best for the individual woman who Is be- ing fitted. Of course there is not a penny of extra charge for this serivce-ft is 2 part of what the store is pleased to give.
 Range of Memo styles is especially large just at this time. Models for slender and for stout women, long models and short,-a corset for every form and that cor set chosen and fitted with expertness and care,-
 $3 to $5
 Second floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
SHE WORE RAMONA
 OVER HER NIGHTlE
As She Followed the Count Now She's No Longer
 Wife
Especial from United Press.)

Boston, March 30-Irma Blanche Wright Helms, a native of Ohio, d1- vorced wife of Donald Campbell of Cleveland singer and at present fn- structor in classical music in the Nor- mai College. New York City, today Is once again without husband.
 Her latest husband, pr. Henry Francis Helms, of Chelsea, formerly dentist to King Victor Emmanuel and the Italian Kings court, was granted a divorce according to the published record of today on grounds of excessive drunkenness
 The trial was nsational. Two witt nesses, driver and helper on a milk cart of Florence, Italy. testified that Mrs. Helms, on the morning of Christmas Day, 1909, when pr. Helms was awaiting her at a house party became intoxicated with Count Arturo Targoni. at her home and when he left. followed him through the streets clothed in "nightie" over which a diaphanous kimona was thrown.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
LOCAL DISCIPLES
 OF IZAAK WALTON
 MAKING READY
Dan Smiths Rural Scouts Say Outlook for Trout
 Season Is Good

Local fishermen expect the trout season will be a good one, according to wireless reports received by Dan Smith, whc is we'll acquainted with conditions in this vicinity. Farm CTS who have recently visited the city say the streams are well filled. The sea- son opens Monday and already a number of enthusiasts have made ar- engagements for angling trips.
 Some of the favorite spots to be visited are the Pepper stream in Step ney, westplain brook and Halfway river in Newtown and other streams along the Berkshire division. It is a popular diversion for anglers to start at some station on the Berk- shire fine and work gradually toward this city.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
MANNISH WOMAN
 LAWYER TO DEFEND
 ACCUSED SLAYER
Miss Pugh to Be Chief Counsel for ColOred Man Charged With
 Homicide
(Special from Tinted press

Especial from United Press.)
 New York, March 30.-For the first time. SO far as is known in the legal history of the country, a woman law yer was. today, assigned as chief counsel to defend an accused murder CT. The attorney is Miss Lucille Pugh, more than ordinarily good looking and a member of the exclusive Pugh family of North Carolina. She will defend LeRoy Poindexter, a negro, arrested for shooting to death Thomas Brown, white man. on March 7th. after a dispute growing out of a crap game.
 The negro came from North Caro- lima, where he had worked for the Pugh family.
 Miss Pugh is an ardent suffra gist and her good looks created somewhat Of tion when she came into court. She affects a somewhat man. rish style of attire. wearing a swallow tail coat and a derby which set off her classical style of beauty to great advantage.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
Dainty and new,-- crepe nightgowns, Knicker
 combinations.

Of the clever underwear that the season has brought forward, these two occupy most-Prominent place.
 Knicker combinations are made of fine nainsook in Princess style. They fit closely and trimly, will aid wonderfully in keeping the lines of the figure straight and severe. Trimmed with nice lace or with Swiss en- broidery. Very alluring and novel, $1.5O $2 and to $3.
 Nightgowns of fine crepe cloth in delicate and pleas ing shades of pink or blue. Cut in kimono style and edged with lace of linen and beading through which dainty narrow ribbon is run. $1
 Second floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
VERY NARROW ESCAPE
 FOR THREE YOUNG MEN
Charles Swords, J ohm Moran and Thomas Jennings Caught in Storm While
 Fishing Near Lighthouse.

Charles Swords. John Moran and Thomas Jennings, we'll known young men residing in East Bridgeport, are receiving congratulations today upon their narrow escape from drowning during the thunder storm yesterday afternoon The young men left the Yellow Mill bridge early in the after noon to go fishing
 They had a row boat and they pull- ed the craft to a spot near the Bridge port lighthouse. They were placidly counting their fish when the storm came up.
 The fishermen started to row back to shore but Jennings slipped and fell overheard as he was trying to re- cover an oar. When he was pulled out by his companions the boat was tossing about on the waves. At this juncture a motor boat. hove in sight and the luckless fishermen were tow ed to the inner harbor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
TWO DIVORCES
 ARE ALLOWED

Judge William s. Case today grant ed divorces to two applicants whose petitions have been held up for sev- eral weeks. The fortunates ones are Alexander Carr Poole and Joseph Ia. kacs. both of this city. Poole was awarded a decree from Rebecca Poole of this city on the ground of infidel- ity Louis Londe was named as CO., respondent. The couple were married Feb. 1. 1910 and the misconduct oc. cured June 15, 1911.
 Joseph Takacs is freed from Mary Takacs, who DOW resides in Canada The couple were married March 1. 1909, The indiscretion is said to have taken place April 1, 1909.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
HARD WORKING
 WIFE ROBBED
Husband Ill In Hospital Burglar Took Wedding
 Ring With Rest

Entering the home of Edward Dixon at 403 Bunnell street with a skele- ton key, burglars yesterday secured 80 in cash, saved up by Mrs. Dixon to pay her husbands hospital bills. Dix on is in the hospital where a bat tie is being made to save his hand from the effects Of blood poieo~ n r. Mrs. Dixon works in the Union Metal lie Car ridge shop. her weou.ng ring and stick pin were also taken.
 Tn home of Wilbur Stratton in the same. house was also rif,ed and a quantity of small jewelry taken.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
Two Dozen Pawn Tickets
 Found Upon Enibezzler

Byron R. Witzka, known also as Wicks, was arraigned in the city court this morning on the charge of embez- clement, and had his case continued until April 3.
 Witzka, who worked for s. T. Velie, is charged with stealing and pawning tools to the value of about $500. Some of the pawned articles, when piled up in police headquarters this morning, made an imposing looking heap, and included about every small object to be found around a shop. Over two dozen pawn tickets were found in Witzka's pockets.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
STREET TODAY
Especial from United Press. }

New York, March 30.-Opening- The stock market opened irregular with changes about equally divided between gains and losses
 II a. m.-Trading was dull all through the first hour. Government bonds unchanged; other bonds Ste''y.
 Closi1g-Reading continued the most prominent feature in the last hour, advancing one point more and selling at 163s4. This upturn helped for a time the trading in many other issues. Some of the leading railroads and industrials rallied to above Fri days closing.
 Tn the final dealings stocks were more freely supplied and recessions were noted all through the list.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
THE ROWLAND DRY GOODS co.
CHRISTIAN SCIENTIST
 HEALER IS FINED

New York. March 3O-It took a jury in the criminal term of the supreme court only 45 minutes, today, to find Willis Vernon Cole, Christian Sci- ence practitioner, guilty of violatins the state medical code, relative to the practice of medicine. Explaining that it was a test case which was designed to settle positively whether the prac. tice of Christian Science healing was really a violation of the law. Justice Seabury imposed a nominal fine of s1O0. This was promptly paid and Samuel Untermyer, attorney for Cole. immediately filed notice of appeal.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
AUDIT COMMITTEE ASKS FOR INVENTORY
 OF CITY PROPERTY

The committee on Audit has issued call to all departments of the city for the filing of an inventory of all property under the respective depart ments.
 The call stipulates the general head ing under which the inventory is to be made, and requests that an effort be made to secure a complete record. Then the audit committees experts will recapitulate the various items and place them under such headings as may be designated
 The request is issued by Mayor Will son on behalf of the board
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
Appeals From Probate

Deputy Sheriff John M. Donnelly served papers today in the appeal from probate taken by Susan Oakes of this city. She is aggrieved at the action of the local probate court in admitting to probate the will of Grace Lowe, also known as Grace Haynes. Susan Cakes is a niece Of the testa- trix. The estate is a small one. The action is returnable to the April term of the Superior court.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
OBITUARY

The death of Elizabeth H., wife of Philip S. Smith at her home in South port on Thursday brought sorrow to many friends in this city. Mrs. Smith was we'll known here. and was an ac- tive member of Martha Washington lodge, Daughter of St. George. She was 51 years of age One daughter, Laura. survives.
 The funeral of Patrick J. Murphy was held from his residence, 768 Shel- ton street, at 8:30 and St. Charles church at g o'clock. this morning, Father Illusion singing the high mass of requiem. The pail bearers were Patrick J. Kelly, John O'Connell, Henry Howard, and Timothy Nc Mahon. Interment was in St. Mich aePs cemetery.
 The funeral of Sarah A., only daughter of MT. and Mrs. John Lally, will he held Monday. The death of the child, aged 12, brought grief to many friends of the family. She was the niece of Rev. Frank J. Lally of Waterbury and Hugh and Elizabeth COnnorS of this city.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
JAPAN HAS MADE
 DEAL WITH MEXICO
Uncle Sam Expected to Veto It On Ground of Mon-
 roe Doctrine
Especial from United Press )

New York, March BOA special ca- ble from Tolsio to the Evening Tele- gram says that Japan has succeeded in securing the long-coveted conces- sion in Magdalena Bay from Mexico. The cable says:
 "It is reported here Gin Tokio) that negotiations between Mexico and Japan were concluded, a few days ago, for the establishment of a large Japanese settlement at Magdalena Bay, but an American protest, based on the Mon roe doctrine, is expected"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
Bridgeport, Conn.,,
 Saturday, March 30, 1912.
Splendid service through Easter week.

Ever good and prompt, the stores service during the coming week to be better We plan to make it efficient store service be- We ready with celent gathering of wearthngs for every member of the family. We ready with values that especially impressive and attractive The Rowland store to be the Easter store nevery particular and for every member of the family.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
MRS. HUGHES MAY RECOVER.
Especial from United Press


 New York, March 30.-It was an- nounced at the J. Hood Wright hos pital, today, that Mrs. Rose Cardwell Hughes, widow of Captain Walter Scott Hughes, U. S.. N, would prob ably recover from the bullet wound after an attempt to commit suicide. Her act is attributed to melancholia. The late Captain Hughes served with Rear Admiral Schley during the Span ish-American war.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
STEEL TOWER DEMOLISHED.
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Especial from Ui.Ited Press)
 Berlin, March sO-The great .stes tower at Nauen, the tallest in tho world. with the exception Of the Eff fel Tower, in Paris, and from whici it had been expected to communican direct by wireless with America, wa demolished by a wind storm, today No one was injured. The tower VI be immediately rebuilt.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
HAYES, BOOKSELLER, PAYS $4,00O RENTAL

Wesley F. Hayes, the bookseller and stationer, has leased from Henry A. and Susan W. Bishop the store at 993 Main street, with basement and two rooms in the rear of 991 Main street for five years beginning May 1 for an annual rental of $4000.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
RETRIEVE FOR MURDERER.

Auburn, NY, March 30.-A specia messenger from Governor Dix, today brought from Albany a replieve fo been executed in the electric chair T the local prison, on Monday. He Kill ed John Dougherty in Jamestown.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
GOVERNOR TENER TO STOP POOL SELLING
 ON BASEBALL NOW
fSpecial from United Press

Harrisburg, Pa, March Ex-Governor John K. Tener, former baseball star, has decided to put his foot down hard on public betting and pool selling on baseball. It was announced here to- day that the State laws for the sup pression of betting and selling pools on baseball were thought adequate.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
IODINE SPORTS
 NEW TOURING CAR

Superintendent of Streets A. J. Bodine is sporting a new touring car which has been purchased for the street departments head.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
COMPANY SIGNS SCALE.

Butler, Pay March 30-The Ford Golfers Company, operating near Rus sellton, has signed the new miners scale and it's employees will continue working
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
ROOSEVELT CARRIES
 PORTLAND, ME-, AND
 LEADS IN STATE
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(SpeciaI from Un1ted PreSS.)
 Portland, Me, March 30-Delegates elected so far to the Republican state convention at Bangor. April 10, according to figures compiled today. give Roosevelt 17S Taft 105 and 115 uninstructed These figures include the local results, yesterday, when Roosevelt carried five of the nine municipal wards by big majorities.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
THE SAFE CABINET

all kinds
 
  something Main Street drop the bestin
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30
REWARD OF $1OO.

Hartford. March 30.-The Connec- ticut Company has authorized a $100 reward for the capture of the man who held up two of it's trolley cars, recently.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30

New York-Nearly 300 homeless men slept upon benches in St. Paurs Protestant Episcopal church. last night, and this morning were given an excellent breakfast by members of the congregation.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30

Constantinople, March 30.-The government is advised. today, that an Italian fleet is now off I1emnos, in the Grecian Archipelago, preparing to disembark troops.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-03-30

New Roche1le-Several women were thrown into a panic when they saw three men trying to rob the National City Bank They did not know it was a motion picture play in action.