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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
ACROBATS MUST
 PRACTICE YEARS
 TO ATTAIN SKILL

What an actor sometimes has to go through is almost beyond belief of the average thea tre-goer. When one is told that the average acrobatic act requires from three to ten years to complete, and in many cases almost the lifetime of those most professional that is hard to believe. Yet it is the truth, and in some cases the utmost hardships have to be undergone dur ing the time of learning.
 Helen Leach who with Joe Waller are this week performing one of the most sensational acts which has brok- en into vaudeville this year, having been snapped up by no less a dis corning manager than William Ham theatre in New York after it's first weeks performance on the Poli cir cult consented to unburden herself last night at the big PoH theatre.
 Do you know while with the Sells F'loto and Wallace shows for the past five years,'' said Miss Leach, who by her powerful jaw and teeth holds her swfr1ing partner suspended in air, T have practiced parts of this act. Even when I had my first one completed, the very paraphernalia which I use was stolen while it was being nickIe- plated so that could show in a thea tre and initators are now using 1t. Again I had to get another partner, and long years of training followed. Altogether I have spent ten years in elaboratfng this apparently simple feat. and Joe, who also impersonates a woman has spent twenty years in perfecting himself. And it must be rem embered by the public that both of us have spent all our time since childhood in sacrobatic work under canvas.''
 So those that want to enter the aero batic division of theatricals may learn from this simple statement of a clever pair that even though they have mas tered the details of novel performance all is not rosy for someone may step in and steal an act and long years of work are wasted.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
BARNEY OLDFIELD REPORTED KILLED
 SHOWS UP o. K.

Phoenix, Ariz., Nov. @The report that Barney O1dfe1d. one of the lead CTS in the Los Angeles race had been killed 12 miles east of Youma, proved unfounded for OIdfield's car was re- ported, later, as passing Castle Domo, 40 miles this side of the scene of the supposed accident.
 Yuma, Ariz., Nov. An the order of their, arrival last night, 15 of the 23 motor cars that started the STA mile race from Los Angeles to Phoe- nix were sent away, this morning, on the last 206 miles of the Journey.
 O1in Davis was first off at 5:25 o'clock, confident that before noon he would have rounded into the finish at the Phoenix Fair Grounds. Charles Soules started second. Barney Old : field lost 20 minutes at the control but declared he would catch up. The fourth out was J. c. Rice.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
NEW HAVEN ROAD ENGINEER ON TRIAL
 FOR MANSLAUGHTER

Litchfeld, Nov. +wiiliam Rigby engineer of special train which col Hded with freight at South Kent, on the New Haven road on June 2, last resulting in the death of one man, was placed on trial in the superior court here, today, on a charge of man slaughter.
 ton of it's evidence quickly, examining a number of trainment and engineers during the morning and resting just before recess. When court resumed, this afternoon, R1gby was called to the stand by the defense to tell his whose home is in Harrison, N. r., was himself + badly injured in the acci- dent and was for several weeks in the hospital at Danbury. It was his fireman, Thomas Welden, who was killed.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
Aooordina to Passport.

Prince Metchersky, who is journal ist by profession, was commissioned by the czar to investigate certain agrarian troubles. The prince went to ROuma- nia and there obtained one of the per mtts necessary for taking live stock across the frontier. Then he went to a Russian frontier post and presented the document to the official as his war rant to pass. The official could read but little in Russian and knew no Rou- manfan, but the big document with coat of arms and seal, greatly i'm pressed him, and he cheerfuIly put the Russian official stamp on it. His inves- legations ended, the prince went back to Moscow and at the first opportunity presented the passport to the governor, saying:
 with this document I entered Rus sia and travelled about for five months, yet you must admit that the descr1p- ton of me is scarcely correct or flat tering."
 The amazed governor read that the prince was lone black SOW, full grown, with one ear partly torn away
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
CHOICE
DIED.

DIED.
 SHERWOOD-In Southport, Conn, Nov. 4th, 1913, Edwin Hyde Sher- wood, aged n years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at his late home. South port, Harbor Road on Friday, 7th, inst, at II o'clock a. m. Burial in New Rochelle. N- Y H b"p AIURRAY-1n this city, Nov. 4, 1918, Patrick Murray, aged "A years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the undertaking par lors of Cullinan & Mullins, No. 864 Main street on Thursday, Nov. 6 atzs:3O a. m and from St. Patrick's church at Sa- m. Interments at St. MichaeIs cemetery. H ba BEELVIN-In this city, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 1918, Mrs Mary McKenney Mel win, aged S2 years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her son. James McKenney, 1S2 Main St, on Thursday, Nov. 9th at o'clock and from Sacred Heart church at s:s0 a. m. .Ipterrnent at St Joseph's cemeteryss Waterbury, Conn H4 4b+
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
STENOGRAPHER
 ASKS $I5O,OOO
 FOR LOSING HAND

Hartford, Nov. "A hearing in damages in the s15O,OOO suit of Miss Gertrude Garity, of Sunield, against the Northern Connecucut Light & Power Company and the Southern New England Telephone Company,was held, today. Miss Clarity, wh is 2l years old, was so badly injured at her home, in December, 1912, that it was necessary to amputate both her hands above the wrists In court today, it was testified that at the time or the accident, Miss Garity was receiving S25 a week as a stenographer. Hugh M A1corn, of her counsel, today, sub 1nitted a specific loss of $5,477. One of the girls physicians testified that from $2OO to $500 will be required yearly for medical attendance dur ing the remainder of her life. Agu- ments by Miss Garity's counsel to- day, tended to the point of an expec- ta.tion of 35 years more of life for her and that damages should be awarded on that basis.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
FRED WELCH IS
 CARNEGIE HERO
Former Athlete of Y. M. C. A. Here Is Given Splendid
 Recognition.
Gets Medal and Award of $1,- 900 For Bravery in Rescu- ing Fellow Lineman
 From Death.

c. Frederick Welch, 37 years old, son of former Alderman Wallace M. Welch, 198 West avenue, this city, a a member Of St. Johns Masonic lodge and the local Odd Fellows, has been awarded a bronze medal and $l,OOo for bravery by the Carnegie Hero Fund, according to the list of awards just published.
 Welch will be remembered for his bravery in this city, as well as his athletic prowess, as while connected with the local Y. M. c. A, he was the state title holder for many events.
 Besides three other lives which he saved prior to his extreme bravery which resulted in his partial disability as well as the winning of recognition by the Carnegie Fund, he is awarded the medal for rescuing Edward c. Birk from death upon live wires in Waterbury, Conn.,, April 12, 1912.
 We1ch and his men were at work repairing a cable at the corner of Kingsbury and North Elm streets. Birls, an experienced electrician, had climbed the pole and was standing on one of the arms. He was known as careful workman, but made a naisstep and one foot came in contact with a wire carrying 2,300 volts and on hand on a telephone wire comp1et- ed the circuit.
 Welch had just given an order for Birks to draw up a length of rope and when the command was not obey ed, he glanced up and found that Birks' shoe and hand were smoking. With a bound Welch started up the pole. By the time he reached the arm, Birks was swaying dangerously and was about to fall when Welch, disre- garding the danger, made a grab at the unconscious man and succeeded in catching him by the belt.
 Only an athlete in good condition could have performed the. feat, but Welch succeeded in keeping his own hold and in lowering his companion to the ground, where he was revived.
 The rescue so strained the fragments of his heart in this performance that he was compelled to retire from active work as a lineman and has since been enaged in the business of florist at Winsted, Conn.,, where he now resides. He has been away from Bridgeport the Southern New England Telepho one Company in Waterbury, Torrington and other Connecticut cities.
 Besides saving the life of Birks, Welch rescued Charles Ahearn in Winsted in a similar predicament, one in this city, and one in Torrington. He has four lives to his credit
 As a member of the famous athletic team under Director Carr of the z. M. c. A., he held records at pole vau1ting, shot-putting, running and high Jumping. He was also a well known lacrosse player. His medals for excellence in athletics number several score.
 In this city are one brother, Harry, and two sisters, Mrs. l.. F. Falkins, and Mrs. A. J. Canfie1d.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
PARTY AND SHOWER
 FOR LUCILLE SEERY
School Teacher Soon to Wed
 Remembered by Colleagues.

A Halloween surprise party and linen shower was rendered Miss Lucille Seery, Friday evening at the home of Mrs. Mary Smith Lynch in F,airview avenue. Miss Seery, who has been a teacher in Waltersville school recently resigned. She is soon to wed MT. Charles Leach of New York. The party was arranged by the teachers Of Wa1tersville school. They brought Miss Seery many beautiful gifts of linen.
 Games were played appropriate to Hallowe' en. Miss Mary Stritch as the Spirit of Halloween told the fortunes of all present and predicted a long and happy. welded life for the bride. Miss Seery will wed on Saturday morning.
 Among those present were the Misses Mary Stritch, Mary Mallon, Norine Remedy, Nora Mccarthy, Margaret Condley. Jane Buchana, Anna Doyle, Bertha Hubbard, Anna Goodwin, Elizabeth Osborne, Ade- 1aide Madden, Mary Calvin, Ada Ben nett, Ada Woodruff, Rose Smith, Mrs. Lucey, Mrs. Lynch, and Mrs. Seery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
Got Even With the Lawyer.

Many years ago there lived in Cam den, Me, two neighbors, Dr. Huse and Judge Thayer The doctor had occa- sion to sue man and of course em- ployed his neighbor, the judge, as his counsel After a session of court he met the judge and asked about his case. The judge said it was continued. Meeting him again after another ses- sion and asking again about his case, the same answer was given
 As it cost S2 or $3 each time it was continued, the doctor thought by the time it was settled, after paying the judge, he would get nothing.
 Some time afterward the judge was afflicted with a felon and, of course, employed his neighbor, the doctor Aft CT suffering awhile he met the doctor and said: Doctor, this thing is get ting along very slowly. I have walk ed the floor nights for week What are you doing to it?''
 The doctor, who stammered, loud ly replied, "Co-co-continuing it, by Georger'
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
HUSBAND SUES WIFE
 FOR RETAINING S55O

Alleging that his wife has kept for her own use $55O which he gave hes to buy furniture, Frank Mesits of this city appeared before Judge Scott and a jury in the common pleas court to- day to testify in his suit against Mary Mesits The wife, who is young girl, declared Mesits gave her the money as gift. Mesits claims she was supposed to buy household effects with the money but after the couple had a quarrel she retained the funds. The couple aired their troubles in the city court a short time ago when Mrs. Mesits had her husband arrested on a. non-support charge.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
Indianapolis Police Surrender Badges In Preference To Riding
 On Cars With Strike Breakers

day to resume car service. A special warning was issued by Mayor Shank urging dealers in firearms and keepers of pawn shops to refuse to sell any firearms or ammunition. The mayor warned the public not to approach portions of the city where unruIy per sons might engage in controversies.
 Early in the day Mayor Shank de- tended a policeman who had been or dered to turn in his badge for refusing to board a car to arrest strike break CTS The mayor ordered the policeman to return to patrol duty.
 'I took this stand because I do not believe it is the duty of policeman to run these cars,'' said the mayor. 'It is his duty to, protect lives and property and not to operate or assist in operating the cars of the street car company"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04

Indianapolis, Nov. 4.-Thirty patrol men of the Indianapolis police force turned in their badges today rather than ride on street cars and protect strike breakers. A squad of 50 more policemen detailed to guard ear which was ready to start protested so strongly against riding on the car that the effort to resume traffic was aband- oned and they returned to patrol duty on the streets.
 Members of the police force joined in the cheering which followed the order sending the strike breakers back to the barns.
 Special precautions were taken for fear the partial holiday for election would tend to make trouble. Robert I. Todd, president of the traction com pany, said no effort would be made to-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
"CASCARETS" FOR.
 BILIOUS LIVER
For sick headache, bad breath, Sour Stomach and
 Constipation
Get a 1O cent box now

T
 No odds how bad your liver, stonl- ach or bowels; how much your head aches, how miserable and unc0mfort- able you are from constipation, indi- gestion, biliousness and sluggish bow elS-yOu always get the desired re- suits with Cascarets.
 Don't let your stomach, liver and bowels make you miserable. Take Cascarets tonight; put an end to the headache, biliousness, dizzin ess, nerv- ousness, sick, sour, gassy stomach. backache and all other distress; cleanse your inside organs of all the bile, gases and constipated matter which is producing the misery.
 A 10 cent box means health. hap piness and a clear head for p1cnths if you will take Cascaret now and then All druggists sell Cascarets. Don't forget the children-theIr little insides need gentle cleansing, too Adv.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
NO SALARY FOR SECRETARY
 OF CAME COMMISSION

Hartford, Nov. 4-In reply to question from E. Hart Tenn, of the state fish and game comnlis sion. State Attorney John H. Light, today, filed an opinion to the effect that under the law of 1913, the commission can not remunerate it's secretary for his services as such because he is a mem 93er of the board. It may, however provide for clerical assistance for the same
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
THOMAS REARDON BRINGS
 DIVORCE SUIT FOR DESERTION

Papers were filed in the superior court today in the divorce action of Thomas Reardon Of this city against Bridget Reardon of this city. Deser- ton on July Is, 1905, Is alleged. The couple were married January 22, 1902 Mrs Reardon's maiden name was Bridget Noone. There are two minor children of whom the father asks the custody. The suit is returnable to the November term of court.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04

Leavenworth, Kas., Nov. 4-Pre- parations were under way, today, at Fort Leavenworth for the departure of the second squadron of the 18th United States Cavalry for Fort Huach- aca. Ariz., Nov. T.. The action is in accordance with an order received from the war department Oct. 29 that the squadron relieve a squadron of the 9th cavalry.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
Fancy white cottons of special interest.

For waists, for dresses, dainty aprons one.artices hat will quickly think of-fancy white goods of fine quality and pretty effect and at tempting price
 There are stripes, checks, stripes interspersed with dots cheeks envened by dots, paids, dnity checs-t is very varied and very attractive gathering. Think! Nearly three score of patterns Some are such sell usually at 19 cents yard. Not a of But every is of unusual worth at the price which has been fxed,-
 12 1-2c yd
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
FREIGHT WRECK
 DELAYS FEDERAL.

Danbury, Nov. 4-The federal ex- press over the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad was delayed for several hours, today, by the derailing of a freight train at Clintondale, on the Central New England line, about six miles west of Poughkeepsie, N. Y.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
S15 @ S1Z.5OT
Women's warm coats of nice sty1e-Sl2.5O.

There is value and style not usually attained at the price plainly to be seen in each of the coats the special lot now here.
 Models are the latest in three-quarter length Fabrics striped zibelne, and chnchilla and city boucle
 Tailoring is excellent every coat is welLmade and finished with close attention to details. Most in the dark effects so welsuted to winter wear, but there few grays. Choice of the gathering, but for time only
 $12.5O
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
Bridgeport, Conn.
 Tuesday, Nov. 4, 1918
Mems dress apparel at saving of $5.

Full dress tuxedo suits of excellent black thibes sfaced nicely tailored correct of node-at saving off $5 That is the special news for this week II They will fit men like to have dress clothes ftE They will appear such clothes should appear for they with the little distinctive touches that markC dress clothes with genuine attraction E6 This store's usual price for such suits is $2O and $22.5O; for a limited time
 S15 @ $1Z5Og
 rear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
HIT BY SHEDDING AUTO.

received lacerations and contusions of the right knee last night on Main street in being hit by a skidding au- tomobi1e. He was treated by Dr. John J. Macdonald at the emergency hospital. Investigation indicated that the accident was unavoidable.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04

Yellow is the most popular color in Paris at the present time. It is used as relief color for millinery and
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04
A good book. soc; The Mistress of Shenstone.

Florence L. Barclay author of The Rosary, put forth delightful worthy love story in this later product of her pen: The Mistress Shenstone. Lady Ingeby quietly living in the country incog meets and falls in love with ssim'' Neither knows the station life of the other equally in love, and story of wonderful terest is developed to proper and pleasing conclusion through this is unusual story We glad to add it to the special gathering of books at 5Oc
 It has a lot of worthy companions there; books of many sorts with special appeal to many people.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04

Wants, To Rent, For Sale, &c., 1 cent a word in Farmer Want Column.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04

aged man for night clerk for lodging house, at once. Small bond required. Apply at 639 Water street. iR5 H b
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-11-04

Second floor.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1913-09-12
ON THE MIDWAY
Vssious Attractions az the State Fair
Attract Thousanos--Ir Mecca
For All ViVitors.

TIL" Midway OF the Pike. (depend-
ing on which Worlds Fair YOU THINK
was the Gr"at"sN. TO he seen az ;ns
falr, offer> = rar" chance 10 see the
odd and strange o. tho wonders o.
the earth. and this is the last day.
There - the IA woman. the snake
charmer. the nv" le@rcd COW. the bug
steer. the motuTdromr and dozens IF
other Stranc" sights worth time amt
tho small charge required 10 view
them.
Most OF them are fresh creations as
far as exhibition at fairs arr con
cerned and the old tim" freaks al
other days have beau rel, gated 10 tho
pages of ancient history. Some stun
cling however. because they s-,it
draw the curious
The showing of wild animals or
West Virginia" Is one that Is wor''I
seeing. The producers claim 10 have
specimen of every wild animal 10
be- found IN the mountain state. Such
Iof uoilg1npa IsIagIT ~ NOUS p
those soueN nat ignorant OF what the
state affords IN natives ~ the animal
kingdom
Other shows. Tho Congress or
Wonders from down the Nile" "I-eo D
the snake charme~. tho local boxerg.
N" rive Wonders" and more thai
At" too numerous and odd in name 20
chronicle. Will give any visitor an AZ.
ternoon of satisfaction FOR The fullest
possible cutioGsity he may have.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1913-09-12
CAVALCADE
A. Neon Yesterday Was interesting
procession on Fair Ground-Au
Live Stock Was Entered.

Tao cavai'sd" - high bred ,aftl,
aud horses a. noon Yesterday was W..
messed BY The ildny thousands 81
visitors who had zone 20 the far
grounds early 80 a. To spend the day
In fIil enjoyment
Promptly - noon. TIE cattle ami
horses were assembled and th.. tuar,.l
around Oh" sac" course was con.
meuret
Led by %" band. IA. catfI. follow .
inE aud %" horses taking up the rear
the 'avalrade "K'endrd tho fun han
mile around ne track There wc..
nearly a many horses az cattle and
ih"f" were some .A'remely fne epori
mems OF bofh Many breed wer. r.t,.
r"sen ed ant thousands Of doiia~.s
WORTH ~ firh -rai" i've stock a.s.I
ia review before o.. lraud stand
~ le usual v'u fl.- ln--sr .fIu..
spectacle. there was aredt deal -
'or1m"n' on fh.. valuation ~ tLe s,.r...
IN 3D." 'avsl ado aud considerable
pref"feuo" va 2.vcn 10. lifr on ft.
farm by city foIk Who souowhsf .n.
we'd "a" ~" Of ttot" f.Ilsr- rs ff~
SOIL who could - 20 end foster .r,
"A'"Iien' spe,.uca. of ,a,.f~ ami
EUr-cs
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1913-09-12
SIR THOMAS
HAS ANSWER
coEDLTIoEx roE AHEHIcAs cur
RACE 1EcErvED III nmKNAH.
says That both CHALLENGER ana M.
nasr WI Ne nsttsr Types OF

liNbE. Isle OF visit. Sept. rI-Tho
signed conditions FOR the Americas cup
races next year we received as SIR
Thomas Upton on board lis yacht I.rie
today. Speaking al = larg" dinner aboard
the yacht EnchantfeSS tOuignf re an
n"unced th!S fat t. the guests who IL
Guided the competitors and committee
mca OF the International motor boat
races.
Sir Thomas said that q took nearly
seven months 10 arrange ih,. ,anfe~r
ami y" mon" than once feared Tat ~
would fan through
Both tie challenger and the defender
under the conditions signed" said Sir
ThoHiaS. viii be better types - useful
yachts tnsu the freaks that one was Tor
merry compelled 10 send across the Vt
lanti'. and | AN say without hesitation
tnat ! nav" - better 'lsnce 81 winning
the up Than ever had before
IN cone l'l~l"H le commended the
ST"t tsmansntp ~ Americans and mis-
treatment at their hands.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1913-09-12
TRESPASSERS
On p ~. Pror ~rty Fined last Even.
ing D. SQUIRE WiCtuan- ere
Charged WIN OHense

determined .r uuf .Iol fr flt
Wf'-i'' "I fr'era .-InE on trr crfr.
rff rI"..I .0I'f-. rf frr 90 A %.
-. company f'.f,rd.. arrc,tf O.
.'''IH I"r un. charged with Vat co..
'"H.. So 90 rr1rrr I.f u.ssf lu t..
county I5 before Justice. os fIo P.ar,
IS y NttHm. Ht. of them VIM %
Narl'r.. N'herf Ripk1. ANDY sayhoi.
s. Justice aud MIRO Nouy1miu
v'." huei suf cost. Ur Tho priv.
l'se of s'i",tus t Ton dase iyiI seu.
t'r.r 4a 600 alternative
Tom smith. -trs .'rd for SO ,tn,c
"n"U.e. v.I Do eiter 1 hrsrIne Sst.r
.i. 't''.. HH.. .I..t. W|ttlam
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1913-09-12

ACTRESS INJURED
Painful Injury az Battle m the
Clouds" last Niqht.

ltet night VAS another big time
f'- OBJ" Wheeling Fia, grounds Aeeota
'0n hrarff production or tne BATTLE
boz fhN clouds largo crowd vas
present. including i~ addition to local
p"r+ous large number ~ visitor to
iN' tff wnu came here fu take loo frr
stat" fsir Tho production passed ~
successfully. and hut for fro serious
injury ~ ono ~ the actors 81 tho Pain
fIrrworEs company. would have been
better in many respects than any pre-
Nious nighf 81 he week
While performing on the hieh trap
eze 90 "a" northern part ~ The larS"
enclosure. Nouug woman actress
whose maine could not DO learned
fell in her Iump from a setnFut bar
'' Bog partner swinging FROM another