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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
THOUSANDS PROTEST DEATH SENTENCE OF
 WOMAN MURDERER

Hartford, Dec. 6-Letters protesting against the execution of the death sentence on Mrs. Bessie Wakefield, now at the state prison for the mur- der of her husband, continue to pour into the governors office at the capi- tol in g perfect flood. About 15OO were received Thursday and 600 came in and were delivered up to noon to- day. Practically all o6 these are from outside the state, a majority of them coming at present from mid dle and western states.
 Thousands upon thousands of these letters are piled up in the office of the governor and many of them un- opened as yet because of lack of time and opportunity on the part of the clerical force.
 Governor Baldwin has frequently said that he has no authority to par don Mrs. Wakefield or mitigate her sentence. He could grant a respite of execution and he Is a member of the board of pardonsL having one vote. A pardon granted by the board must be by a.. unanimous vote.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
CAPTAIN ARNOLD
 VETERAN SLEUTH
Chief of Local Detective Bu- reau A Years On Force
 Today

Today is the filth anniversary of the appointment of Captain of De- tectives George H. Arnold to Bridge port police department. The annfvers- ary has not been generally observed and comparatively few knew of the significance of the day. There were congratulations from a number Of his colleagues.
 Probably one of the best known po- lice officers in the country, he has solved many mysterious crimes re- ported in the east outside of New York and has been largely responsi- ble for making the detective bureau terror to crooks throughout the country.
 For many years he was depot off, cer and became known to thousands of travellers. He still has active supervision over the work of his de- partment and, enjoying excellent health, is not above doing outside work himself.
 He was elected a policeman Decem- Der 5, 1869, detective sergeant with the rank of captain September 5, 1895, and captain of detectives March 15, 1905.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
LAKE SUBMITS
 BIDS FOR FOUR MORE SUBMARINES

Fred Enos, president of the Board of Trade, announced the appointment of the following committee in accordance with a resolution passed at the board meeting, November 24th, to take action regarding the continuation of the Lake Torpedo Boat Go. shipbuilding plant in this city: Frank Miller, Hen ry Atwater, Archibald McNeil, Jr-, Charles D. Davis, L. B. Curtis, Floyd Tucker, Frank w. Bo1ande, Edward K. Nicholson A. w. Burritt, Hosea Mann and Simon Lake.
 MT. Lake returned last night from Washington where he submitted to the navy department bids on the four boats on behalf of the new company, which has been organized to continue the business of constructing submarine torpedo boats of the Lake type here at Bridgeport.
 MT. Lake repor ts that he believes on an analysis Of the bids that the Lake Company will be found to be lower bidder on boats that are capable ot meeting the navy departments re- Quirements.
 The new company IS to have eleven directors and it is stated that the corn- pay hopes that several prominent Bridgeport men will act in this capac- fty that the company will be put on a, strong financial and business basis.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
THREE RECEIVERS ARE ASKED FOR BY
 POPE CREDITORS

Hartf ord, Dec 5-A nearing was held before Judge William S. Case in tls superior court today on the conhrma- tion of Colonel George Pope as perm4- nent receiver of the Pope AIanufac- turing Company. Arthur Shfpman, representing Col. Pope as temporary receiver, told the court that the busi- ness is several thousands better off since the receiver took hold.
 Water S. Schutse, representing Mag- sachusetts people, spoke in favor of three receivers-Messrs. Pope, Morss and Persons. Edward E. Blodgett, of Boston, representing banking credit orS, also wanted three. He said claims against the company amount to S1.- 100000. The questions were, he said, can the Hartford auto business, which has not been paying proposition be made to pay: can the WestheId bicycle business, which has paid, be made to pay more. or shall the company be re- organized. He was not confident that Colonel Pope could make the auto business pay.
 0. c. Barton, of Boston, represent ing the Massachusetts stockholders executive committee also asked for three receivers. George R. Nutter, Of Boston, said 90 per cent of the fn- debtedness is outside of Connecticut The stockholders do not want ths business wound up as they realize that it would mean a great loss to them.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
LAZY HUSBANDS
 CAUSE DIVORCES

Two husbands who refused to work caused divorce suits which were heard this afternoon before Judge Bennett in the superior court Rose Mary Grenier of 1881 Main street said Ade- lard J. Grenier was a. carpenter but he was selden caught at 1t. After their marriage in February, 1910, Mrs. Grenfer begged her husband to get a job and help support her but he show ed no inclination to do the right thing
 She said Gren1er was angry because his vie was about to become a. moth CT He frequently struck Mrs. Grenier and said he would choke the child. Mrs Greniers maiden name was Rose Garravanta- She is a young woman of great attractiveness.
 EIIa Murray of Atlantic street de- elared Claude Murray was very much hurt when it was suggested that he 20 to work He said his health was bad and if his wife persisted in mal- ing the home unpleasant by talking about werk he would leave And he did. The Murrays were married June 1s, 1909. Mrs Murray's maiden name was Ella Curry.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
JUDGE HENNEY IS
 REPUBLICAN CHOICE

Judge and exMayor William F. Henney of Hartford was yesterday chosen by the Republican state cen traI committee to succeed Charles F. Brooker as the Connecticut member of the Republican National committee. MT. Brooker, who held the place for 12 years had voluntarily retired. Judge Henney was the only candidate. The Bridgeport committeeman present were Prosecutor Delaney, A. B. Lay cry and Mayor Wilson, the latter act ing for J. T. King. J. Henry Roraback presided. Following the election the committee sat down to a dinner.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
''TOO MUCH WINE" IS.
 EXCUSE OF BURGLAR

New Haven, Dec. 5-Earl Whitcher pleaded guilty in the superior court today to burglary committed at two stores in Derby on the night of last October 25 and was sentenced by Judge l.. F. Burpee to from one to two years in state prison.
 In response to a question as to whether he had any defense to of fer Whitcher said:
 'Too much Italian wine''
 Asked by the states attorney if he did not have to climb a 1 foot pole to get into one of the stores -Witcher said he did but could not have done it ex- cept for the wine he had taken.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
DIR. G. D. JOHNSON TO JOIN
 STAFF OF ST. VINCENTS

Dr. G. D. Johnson of the staff of the New York Post Graduate hospital, Is expected to become a member of the house staff of St. Vincent's hospital beginning January 1, taking the place left vacant by pr. B. F. Gallant sev- eral months ago. With his joining the hospital staff the three 1nterne-system considered necessary on account of the heavy service" at the institution, will be continued, Drs. Joseph Deery and Julius Schott being the other mem bers. pr. Johnson was a cfaSsmate at Bal timore of pr. J. H. F'innegan, formerly house surgeon at the hospital and now day surgeon at the emergency hospi- tai. He is passing several days in Bridgeport
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
CYCLE CAR IS NEW INDUSTRY FOR BRIDGEPORT New Type Automobile Is Brit iSh Planned Hut Home
 Made. TO BE SMALL, LIGHT BUT SWIFT AND STRONG Factory To Be Built For Man ufacture Of Tiny
 Vehicle.

Bridgeport aspires to become the center Of the light automobile indus try, in competition with England, and with Detroit and other cities where practical, light and inexpensive vehi- cIes are manufactured. Already the purchase of American rights have been made from the British, and the plant of the American Cycle Car Company, Of Detroit is being planned for 1oca- ton in this city.
 Tt was learned today that the Con- necticut Electric Manufacturing Com pany, which came to this city but a year ago under the auspices of the To- cal Board of Trade and which has large factory at the corner of Con- necticIft and Florence avenues, has ab- sorbed the American Cycle Car Com pany and is having plans drawn for the erection of a factory as large if not larger than the present structure. It is expected that the building will nave been completed before spring arrives.
 Plans for the manufacture of the car are now rapidly being pushed by the officers of the Connecticut Electric Mfg. Company, and it is believed that until the plant can be erected parts will be purchased elsewhere and as sembled in temporary quarters.
 The car itself, which was shown to reporter for The Farmer, is dis
 
 Of the ordinary car, but being made for convenience, speed, cheapness and durability, with extreme lightness.'
 A specially constructed engine, of the four cylinder type, will probably be used. weighing less than 200 pounds, and generating between 14 and IS horse power. The weight of the car with equipment will be about $50 rounds and a speed of between 35 to 70 miles per hour is secured.
 while the machine sets low upon the frame and is much smaller in con- Structdon than either the Ford or the Automobile, every part is made for lightness and rigidity. It is expected that 1t can be placed in the hands of farmers and mechanics at . cost Of between $4OO and $425, making sr more practical than the motorcycle, 1ess expensive than the cheapest car now upon the market and of a, size than can be stored almost anywhere.
 It Is understood that this car was a-~+ originated in England, where two Detroit 1nanufa cturers secured the American rights. It's manufaeture was begun in Detroit, but lack of capital prevented It's being distributed gener- ally The local Bridgeport capitalists secured control and with many chang eg in the construction, it Is to be put successfully upon the market
 When seen this morning A. H. TruIn- bull. president of the local concern, w7as reticent about displaying the car o-- having it's merits or features dis cuesed in public. It Is promised that full details will be given as soon as matured plans are perfected.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
CONNECTICUT JUDGE
 DIES OF PNEUMONIA

Haddam, Conn, Dec. -Judge Fphraim P. Arnold died at his home today after several days illness from pneumonia, in his 74th year. He re- tired as judge of probate four years ago by reason of the age limitation law.
 Judge Arnold was widely known throughout the countryside. He was born March ?, 1889, in early life was ship carpenter and in 1S77-79 rep- resented the town in the General As sembly. He had held many of the town. offices and was seIectman at the time of his death.
 Three. children survive, Mrs. Elwyne T. Clark, of Higganum; Mrs. w. A. Taylor, of Meriden, and Ephraim F., Jr., who lived at home.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
GERMAN REGIMENT IS REMOVED FROM,
 ALSACE VILLAGE

Donaueschingen, Ger, Dec. 5-Em- peror William this afternoon directed that the garrison of Zabern, Alsace, to be transferred to another place ow- ing to the trouble between the sol dfers and the citizens there. He aI- so directed that the courtmartiaI pro- ceedings be accelerated.
 His Majesty's solution of the difn- culty is regarded in many quarters as a two-edged sword and it is stated that, while it removes the danger of further conflicts, the people and mer- chants of Zabern will suffer 9 severe financial blow by the removal of an important source of revenue unless another regiment is sent there
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
EXPERT TOOL SHARPENER
 DROWNED AT NIANTIC

New London, Dec. 5.-Henry Beck with, of Oswegatchfe, reputed to be one of the best tool sharpeners in the coun- try, was drowned while ceiling in Man tic river on Thursday.
 He out in small boat which apparently capsized and his rubber boots and heavy clothing prevented his swimming. The body was found this noon standing upright in the channel of the river.
 He was about 60 years old and leaves a widow and daughter, Dora, teacher of the Collins district school in Mont vile. The deceased was senior stew ard of Bayview Lodge of Masone at Niantic.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
GETS
 DIVORCE DEGREE
Judge Bennett Grants Separa- ton For DeSertiOn That Took Place 15 Years
 Ago.

Desertion that took place IS years ago resulted in a. divorce being granted this morning to William Fitzgerald of this city whose suit against Mary Fitz- gerald had a trial in the superior court last week. Judge Bennett handed down the decision
 The Fitzgeralds were married in 1879 and lived in Newark, N. J., in their early days. They moved to this city later and settled in East Bridgeport. Fifteen years ago they separated. Fitzgerald claimed his wife left him beca use she wanted 10 work in a fac tory and Mrs. Fitzgerald declared she. was comp eIIed to leave because her husband wouldn't support her. She contested the suit and alleged her hus- band was fntemperate.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
WANTS BETTER WAGE
 FOR FEDERAL PRINTERS

Washington, Dec. 5.-Recomnen enda- tions for increased wages for employees of the government printing office, amounting to about $83, 900 year, is contained in the annual report of Cor. ne1ius Ford, public printer It is con- templated to increase the pay of the compositors and book binders from 50 to 55 cents an hour and of the book binder machine operators from 55 to 50 cents an hour. A general increase, however, is not recommended
 MT. Ford urges that the gradual cleo trification of the greater part of the public printing establishment be un- dertaken.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
TROLLEY COMPANY WILL ENFORCE LAW,
 OFFICIALS DECLARE
Passengers Will No Longer Be Permitted to Ride on
 Running Boards.

Rigid enforcement of the rule pro- hibiting riding on the running board of trolley cars is forecasted by officials of the Connecticut company in a state ment today
 The attitude will. be taken because of comment of the public utilities commission to the effect that the com pany, in the past season, did not make a serious effort to enforce the rule.
 The contention of trolley employees is that they have little authority in attempting to carry out the com pany's. instructions.
 They take the view also at present that if the company tries to enforce the rule the public utilities commits sion. might strengthen the rule.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
RECEIVER IS NAMED
 FOR TEXTILE COMPANY

Hartford, Dec. 5-Robert Gowdy of Westheld, Mass, was today appointed temporary receiver of the Textile Manufacturing Company, of Enfield, by Judge Edwin s. Thomas in the United States district court. MT. Gowdy filed a bond of $25,0O0-
 The petition asking for a receiver was brought to the court by the First National Bank of Westf1eld and the textile company has been requested to appear. It is said the indebtedness of the company which will mature March 1, 1914, will aggregate $67,000.
 The company has capital of $1O0,- OOO Its assets are valued at $216, 1000, including plant, but it is said they can xot be utilized readily to raise money.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
Twenty=SiX Known To Be
 Dead; Other Victims Of
 Texas Flood Are Reported

Dallas Tex, Dec. 5-Hundreds of high water we're reported to have taken refuge in the bottom lands of the flood district today. Many more refugees were marooned in cotton gin houses.
 The floods death toll was set today at 26 but this number may be slightly increased because bodies have been re- ported floating in the swift current at several points. Hundreds of head of livestock have been drowned and scores of homes carried away since rivers and creeks began overf1owing their banks after the terrific rainfall
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
TEAM COLLTDES WITH AUTO; DRIVER
 REFUSES DOCTORS

John Bronson, giving emergency bosnitaI officials 734 Norman street as
 his home suffered abrasfons and commissions of his head in being thrown from his team at State street and Iranistan avenue shortly before noon today. The fall resulted from a collision between the team and an automobile operated by Captain Geo. F. Beardslee of Truck Go. 1, Bridge port fire department. According to witnesses, the collision was unavoid- able Bronson refused hospital treat ment and was taken home by - ~% Quaintance-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
Deaths and Funerals

Michael BlansfeId, one of the best
 known of the older residents of the
 city, and father of Police Lieutenant Philip Blansf1eld, died at St. Vincent's
 hospital today after an illness of many
 m oqths. MT. BlansneId's demise was
 not a surprise to his intimate acquain-
 tances, for his health had been failing
 gradually for many months, sapping
 the vitality of a constitution at one
 time unusually robust A native of Ireland, MT. BIanshe1d came to Amer 1ca when a youth and spent the great
 CT part of his life in Bridgeport. He made his residence for many years in West avenue, near South avenue, but about decade ago removed to 64 Lewis street, which was his home un- til the end. MT. Blansfield was a leather worker and harness maker by
 been active He was a jealous Cath ollie, member of the Sacred Heart church since its organization, and one or its most generous supporters. Fail ing health due to the infirmities of advancing years necessitated his re- moval, some months ago, to St. Vim cents hospital, but he rallied surpris- ingly and for some time was as active as before his illness. Latter1y he suf- fered a relapse and he was taken to the hospital again. His death, this morning, was not unexpected. throughout his illness he displayed fortitude and optimism that evoked the admiration of his attendants. His death removes from Bridgeport a sterling citizen, whose demise is wide ly pourned. Besides Lieut.. Philip Blansf1eld he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Minnie Waters, whose home also is at GA Lewis street.
 The death of Elizabeth widow of | Bla1se Sou1es, occurred$at her home, 1 3S7 Warren street, last night. She 1 was advanced in years, but until re- gently had been vigorous. Since the death of her husband, who was a well l freight offices, Mrs. Sou1es had lived 1 in retirement, her two daughters, the | Misses Virginia and Mary, residing | with her. She was a native of Fair l field, and practically all her life had 1 been spent in this city and vicinity.
 Patrick Curtin, formerly a resident l of Newtown, who has resided in this 1 city for thirteen years, died this morn | ing at his home, 86 Caroline street, after a short illness of heart trouble He was in his s77th year. Not only | was the deceased known in this vii cinfty but was well known and re- spected in Newtown, where for forty | years he was employed in the Rubber works He is survived by a widow, l one daughter, Mary, and one son,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
TWO MEN NARROWLY
 ESCAPE FROM DEATH

Naugatuck, Conn.,, Dec. 5-EdWard Mu1vaney and Edward Leonard. rail- road workers, had narrow escapes from serious injury IT not from death today on the tracks in the yards of a. local company While they were working under a freight car a switch ing engine backed into it, starting it down the tracks. Leonard was caught under the car and dragged some dis tance before 1t was stopped His shoulder was broken and he was cut and bruised. Mulvaney managed to scramble out Of danger as the car started. Both men, it IS believed, live in Waterbury.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
Two Strike Breakers Shot By Indianapolis Teamsters;
 One Wounded Man May Die

swooped around it. hur1ing bricks and other missiles It was said several persons in the crowd flourished re- volvers and. when the strikebreakers began whipping their horses into a gallop, several shots were fired from the crowd.
 The strikers followed the wagon uz1 til 1t reached a fire station. The po- lice reserves were called and, after battertng a few of the leaders with their clubs, dispersed the crowd. Sew era1 arrests were made.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
ASKS $500 DAMAGES
 FOR AUTO COLLISION

James Fitzpatrick@of this city has brought suit against Edward B. O. G1okner of New York to recover for damage to- his automobile, which col lided with Glokner's car in Fairfield, November 2 last. It is alleged that GIokner- was driving reckless1y. When the cars crashed the rear wheel of Fitzpatrick's machine was torn out, the rear axle broken and the car oth- erwise damaged. He wants $500 dam ages. The action is returnab1e to the common pleas court, December term.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
BISKO DIES BY
 HIS OWN HAND
ChiseI Wound, Not Regarded as Dangerous, Brings Fatal
 Attack of Pneumonia.

Steve Bisko, 25 years old. 1ss Pine street, died at Il o'clock today at St Vincent's hospital as a result of a suicide attempt Sunday night, the pIunging of a, chisel into his chest be- ing the method used. The wound in itself was not considered to be serious but pneumonia resulted.
 Bisko was employed at the plant of the Crane Valve Co. and appeared to be more worried over the pros poets of losing his job than of the serious outcome of his deed. Dr.. s. M Garlick, medical examiner. has been notified and will make an inves- tigatiOn.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05

of last Tuesday.
 Despite last nights downpour at several points, conditions in north Texas improved.
 In South Waco last night, scores of persons who had returned to their homes after Wednesdays high water zreceded again were driven out by a second tide caused by a heavy rain. Many flood victims were being taken into the town of Calvert, a. few miles above Hearne today.
 Men who were directing the rescue work said they had seen bodies float ing in the swollen .Brazos river. A few towns are asking for tents for re- fugeeS.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05

Indianapolis, Dec. 1.-Two strike breakers were shot, one probably fatally, when a crowd Of striking team sters and sympathizers attacked a wagon of the Coburn Transfer Com pang in West Washington street to- day Jacob SonenfeId, of Chicago, was shot through the neck and his in juries are believed to be fatal. George c. Williams, of Cincinnati, was wound ed in the leg.
 The wagon was travelling west in Washington street when a, large crowd
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
DONOVAN NAMES
 THREE CANDIDATES
 FOR WEST POINT
Ry Our Special correspondent.)

Ry Our Special Correspondent.)
 Washington, Dec. 5-Congressman Ieremiah Donovan has designated three residents of Fairfield county to take the entrance examinations for the U S. Military Academy at West Point They are John Walter Madi- gan. Stamford; Frederick John Durr- schmidt Huntington, and Donald Reed Bryant of Bedding.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
SILVER GO.
 TO CONTINUE BUSINESS

Former Mayor Henry Lee, receiver for the E. H. H. Smith Silver Co, was given permission this Iuorping tez ~on- tfnue the business for four mouths. Judge Bennett of the superior court granted the order Since the company went into receiversl1ip it has continued in operation and it is believed win soon be cut Of difficulty.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
IMPORTANT EVENTS
 IN CONGRESS TODAY

Washington, Dec. 5-The day in Congress:
 SENATE
 Met at noon.
 Ratification of Demo- cratic currency bill pro gram delayed. Consider alton of Hetch-Hetchy bill resumed.
 Interstate Com cree Commission OstpOn consideration of trust bills.
 HOUSE
 Met at noon.
 Hearings on LaFOllette seamen's bill set for Dec. 13.
 McGiII-Dyer eIe tion contest set for hearing on Dec. 15.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-05
Incendiary Blaze
 Wipes Out Buildings

Seneca Falls, N Y, Dec. 5-F,ire be- 1ieved to have been started by an in cendiary early today wiped out the business section. The loss is estimated at $75,OO0.
 Three shots fired by citizens at supp posed incendiaries aroused the resi- dents and prevented loss of life.