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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
Minister Sullivan ExOnerated: Charged That He Used Office To Get Job For A Relative
Secretary Bryan Issues Statement Showing That Connecticut Man Acted With Unusual Dis=
 cretion And Judgment

Washington, Dec. 12-James M. Su1- livan, American minister to the Do- minicAn Republic, is completely ex- oneFated of charg made against him. Secretary Bryan made a state ment last night in which it is shown that MT. Sullivan did not use his in fuence as minister to secure a job for a distant relative, Timothy J. Sulli- van.
 t'In the opinion of the partment,'' said MT. Bryan's statement, ftthe criti- cism of MT. Sullivan is entirely unjust and will not be given weight by those who take time to acquaint themselves with the facts.
 ''Minist Sullivan informs me, with out invitation from him a distant rel ative by the name of Timothy J. Sul- livan went to San Domingo shortly after the appointment of Minister .Sul-. livan. This relative was for 27 years a roadmaster in the United States and when tn bridge between Puerto Plata and Santiago was blown Up the Do- minican government, having no en- gineer available who could superin- tend the restoring of the trest1e, ask ed the form roadmaster to under take the work as a favor to the gov ernment, and he did so without com pensation. On November 27 Minister Sullivan addressed to the minister of
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
WOMAN IS KILLED
 BY BOMB RECEIVED
 THROUGH EXPRESS

New York, Dec. 12.-A bomb sent by express exploded and instantly killed a. young woman employe in an uptown b0ttIing works today and injured two men employees The girls head was nearly torn off.
 In the confusion there was delay in identifying the girl. The package was addressed to Thomas ArcCabe, one of the office force He was standing near the girl when she opened It. His left ear was nearly torn off and Michael Ryan, a stab1eman, was cut by flying glass
 Later the police learned that the girl was Ida AnuSeWitZ. She was IS years old and had been employed by the company only a short time. The pack age containing the bomb was addr essed iIi stencil It was received by Me Cabe, who placed in on the girls desk awaiting her arrival. The force of the explosion wrecked the room, shatter- ing plate glass windows and tearing a jagged hole in the floor. dnasmuch the force seemed to be downward, the police believed dynamite had been used
 EmPIoyes of the company conn ected the explosion with the alleged dis charge recently of 90 workmen by Will liam Fl. Callahan, the proprietor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
KEY WORKERS ARE BUSY IN CITY AND
 NEARBY STATES

A gang of exceptionally clever bur glars Of the "key job'' type is believed to be working New England and has the police of the various cities mysti- fled. Hardly a day passes in Bridge Port but what one or more instances are reported to the police Of key jobs .
 Much cIeverness is shown and search for clues are unsuccessful. All parts of the city have suffered and the houses of the rich and poor alike have been visited. It has been found inn possible to gain a, description Of those responsible and the method of dispos- ing of the loot is a mystery.
 Reports of similar operations In other. nearby cities are being daily received by the police and have convinced Su- perintendent Eugene Birmingham and Captain of Detectives George H. Ar mold that there is sysrem in the breaks and a systematic manner of disposfng of teh loot.
 At first it was thought that the jobs were with amateurs or ordinary crooks responsible, but the conviction has been brought home that there is an unusually clever combination at work.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12

public works the following not
 ' It has come to my attention that one Timothy J. Sullivan has placed with the public works department a bid for the reconstruction of the bridge on the Puerto-P1ata-Sant railroad. wish it distinctly understood that MT. Sullivan by reason Of any remote relation with myself has no claim on the Dominican government. Of course I have no right to prevent him from placing before you in fair compett- ton with others an honest bid, but 1 desire to state to you that I have no sympathy with anyone who attempts to gain influence with the Dominican government through me.
 MT. Timothy Sullivan has had nG other employment from the govern ment and has no prospects of secur- ing such employment. He is there only temporarily, expecting to leave within a few days
 James M. Sullivan is a Connecticut newspaperman and lawyer, well known throughout the state. In Bridgeport The is widely acquainted and has many friends. He is a man of pleasing personality, and one whom his friends believe little likely to become invo1v- ed in any diplomatic error, or mistake growing out of lack of judgment.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
Scheme To Retire D. Clifford Hall
 Fire Board Clerk
More Substantial Evidence That Present Administration Cares Little For
 Efficiency.

There is a scheme on foot to retire D. S7Ciiford5 Hall, the efficient clerk of Ehe fire department. ME. Hall was made permanent clerk of this depart- nent under the administration of May or Marcus L.A Reynolds and has serv- ed so well and faithfully that latter members Of the fire commission, ob- serving his work, have continued him in office:
 The fire commission will meet for organization on Friday evening, Jam uary ?. At that time Malcolm Bax- ter, who is filling the term of Wallace G. Taylor, former president of the commission, who resigned, will be chosen president. MT. Baxter is tho hold over Republican member of the signed, MT. Cogil1, the other Repub- lican member of the board, was chos- en president.
 When MT. CogilI recently announced that he would not accept a reappoint- ment, he also announced that he fa- Vored a single commissioner on salary to take charge of the fire department.
 Mayor Wilson today speaking of the prospect that MT. Baxter might be chosen head of the fire commission, said:'
 q am in favor of a single commis- sioner salary in all departments, but I want the mayor who appoints these commissioners to have the pow CT of their removal for any cause he may deem sufficient I also think the mayor should appoint these comn1is- sioners immediately when he takes office. so that all their acts may be with his administration.
 '+Often times the mayor is unable to carry out the pledges of his party because he has a lot of ho1d-over off, cials from the other party who are not in sympathy with him.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
HOTEL FREMONT BAR CLOSED LICENSE IS TO BE TRANSFERRED

The Hotel Fremont is to be closed as licensed hostelry after many years or business in Middle street. The bar room was closed yesterday afternoon. Henry O'Rourke, the proprietor against whom proceedings were re- gently brought in the city court for selling liquor without a license will, according to statements made through his attorney today. shortly move to another part of the city and under an agreement with LaCroix & Anderson will be granted a transfer of the li- cense.
 An agreement was reached yester- day between A. J. Merritt, liquor pro- secutor, Attorney Henry Greenstein. representing O'Rourke, and the brew cry agents.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
Crooks. Will Find Warm Welcome
 Awaiting Them
Police and Merchants Plan Joint Action Against Holiday
 Thieves Captain Arnold Points Out How The Shopping Public Can Aid The Authorities

Snoplifters and crooks of the petty larceny type are anticipated to be much more in evidence during the holiday season this year than for sev- eraI years past and police and mer- chants are planning accordingly. Elk tra arrangeme are being made to provide adequate projections, it was admitted at police headquarters to- day, but what the plans are has not been announced. It is intimated that the epidemic of petty larceny cases fa the city and vicinity is indicative O. the presence of a regular gang of crooks in this section. During the holiday season it is believed that their activities will be increased with more attention being given to the stores and crowds on the streets.
 George H. Arnold, captain of detec- lives, believes that a word of warn ing to the Christmas shoppers will not 'be out of place. When it is absolutely necessary to do otherwise, he believes that it will be good policy not to wear more jewelry than necessary in the crowded stores and on the crowded streets Also to be sure that handbag or pOcketbook is clasped and carried so that any one interfering with it will be immediately noticed. He also says that the auth critics on duty can, be greatly assisted by the receipt of information on the part of anyone noting suspicious actions on the part of another.
 With the presence of clever ''lzey workers in the city he believes that it is excellent policy to be careful about having jewelry and valuables about the house, when out shopping or to Christmas observances. Many gifts are considered valuable as loot and, for this reason, attract the en- vious eyes of the light fingered gen. try
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
FORGED SALE OF NEW
 WATCHES IS STOPPED

Waterbury, Dec. 12.-In the superior court today, Judge Bmpee refused to order the receivers of the New Eng land Watch Company to sell at once 13,OOO series c watches as demanded by creditors committee of the concern If they were sold now, the receivers claimed, they would have to be dis posed of at a, loss to the concern It also developed that a meeting of the creditors committee and receivers was held recently and that no decision could be reached toward perfecting Q reorganization of the company
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
MERlDEN PILOT OF TROLLEY 7CAR IS
 GIVEN JAIL TERM
Three Months Is Length Of Sen tence Imposed Upon Man
 For Killing Passenger

MiddIetoWn, Conn.,, Dee. 12-Arthur T.. Bradley of Meriden, pleaded guilty in the criminal superior court htS-e today to a charge of mansIaugh ter and was sentenced to three months in jail.
 Bradley was pilot of the trolley car which was in collision with e steam train on the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad at WestGeId. last October. Bradley was held crim- inaIly responsible by Coroner Davis for the death in the wreck or Ralph Blydenburg, a passenger on the trol- ley car.
 When the case came to trial veg terday Bradley entered a plea of not guilty. Today after a lengthy con ference between counsel for the state and the accused, Bradley changed his plea to guilty and sentence was at once imposed
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
BATTLESHIP LIMPS
 TOWARD PORT WITH MAIN SHAFT BROKEN

Washington, Dec. 1z-With her star board main shaft broken and several of her compartments flooded, the bat tleship Vermont is limping toward Hampton Roads on her return from the Mediterranean cruise under convoy of the battleship Delaware and the col Hers Orion and Jason.
 The accident occurred at 3:45 a. m. yesterday and at 8 o'clock last night the Vermont was 1,200 miles from Hampton Roads and 500 miles from Bermuda.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
EXPRESS
 KILLS MAN NEAR
 TOWN OF SHELTON

Shelton, Conn, Dec. 12-The Feeder al express in passing Naples Crossing, two miles north Of here this morning, struck a man who later died at the Griffin hospital in Derby. The vic tim was trackwa1kfng when a north bound train approached from the rear.
 He stepped onto the other track and did not see the express train The crew of the latter train picked up the man and left him at Derby
 He was about 60 years of age, large frame, smooth face and gray hair
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
STARTS HIS
 RETURN TO SPAIN

Paris. Dec. Fixing Alfonso and Queen Victoria, of Spain, left Paris to- day on their return journey to Madrid President Poincare, Premier Doumer- gue and Stephen Phoene, former foreign minister, with other dignitar- ies, going to the station to see them off
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
DR. H. M. CLAPP IS
 DEAD IN FLORIDA
Well Known StratfOrd Physi- elan Had Long Been in
 Poor Health.

Many people will be surprised to hear of the death of Dr. H. M. CIapp Of Stratford. He had been in poor health for some time before he went to Florida about four weeks ago, hop ing to be improved by the change News was received that he was get ting better. Today worG was receiv- ed that he had died. Dr. Clapp leaves a wife and daughter.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
JOHANNA DONOVAN'S WILL

In the probate court today, Judge F. F. Ha1Ien named James A. Meaher, executor of the will or Johanna, Done van, P. J. Carroll and William HeapE1y were named appraisers. The testator gives the life use of estate of about S35OO at 4O5- Atlantic street, to her children John Henry Donovan and Josephine Donovan A1aIoney. After their death the estate is to be divided among their children.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
SLASHES THROAT AFTER
 GIVING WIFE HIS PAY

Hartford. Dec. 1A-WiIltam Kenton d1ed at the Hartford hospital this n1orn1nss m following the s1ashing Of his throat with a razor with suicidal in tent. No reason is known for his act He went home from work Thursday night, gave his pay envelope to his wife, went into the cellar and com
 n1tted the deed. His wife was at traeted by his groans
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
BOTH FEET FROZSN;
 REPUTATION FEARED

South Norwa1k, Dec. 12-Eugene Fletcher Pickett, believed to be a New Haven man, was found nearly frozen to death early this morning at liar bor View Beach, deserted summer resort near here. His condition is considered precarious at the hospital this afternoon. Both feet were frog en and it may prove necessary to am putate them.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
MONA LIZA' FOUND, ITALIAN, ALLEGED
 THIEF,IS ARRESTED

Florence. Italy, Dec. 12-Leonardo Da Vinci's masterpiece, Mona Lisa. 9 pr as it is popuIarIy known, ''IAa. Jo- eonda.'' the mysterious disappearance of which from the Louvre in August 1911, threw the art world into con- sternation, was found today in Flor ence-
 The man who stole it was arrested. He is an Italian
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
KNIFE SLIPS, CUTTING
 GRAND STREET BUTCHER

Severing the right femoraI artery when a razor-like knife used in cutting veal slipped, nearly cost the life of Samuel Weinstein butcher at 462 Grand street, in his market this after neon. He was weak from loss of blood when the emergency hospital ambu- lance corps arrived and the location of the wound make the application of 8, torniquet diff1cut A rush. trip was made to Bridgeport hospital.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
TWO BOYS ACCUSED
 OF ROBBING LIBRARY

Bristol, Conn.,, Dec. -12-Armand Vio- r1l1o, aged IS, and Joseph Ko1opsen-. sky, aged 15, were arrested today charged with having broken into the public library last Wednesday night and robbed the safe of a. sum of money They are held without bonds for trial tomorrow
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
TODAY'S BUSINESS IN
 NATIONAL CONGRESS
SENATE.

Met at 1Osa. m.
 Deferred consideration of legislation / for machinery for direct elections of Senators. Resumed currency bill debate with Senator NeyVlands defend ing the caucus.
 Senator Lea introduced a bill proposing expenditure of $2O,- OOO,OOO in federal aid for main tenance of pOSt roads.
 HOUSE.
 Met at noon.
 Disposed of miscellaneous business upon the calendar. Paymaster General Cowie told a committee it would require $7,713,954 to feed the enlisted men of the navy the coming year.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
"wH1rE wAY'' MEETING TONIGHT

Tonight in the common council chamber there will be a. meeting to consider ways and means to establish a. White Way" in the center of the city. The Bridgeport Business Mems association has interested itself in the matter as well as the City Planning commission.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
NEW HAVEN MAKES NEW LOW RECORD
 FOR ITS STOCKS

New York, Dec 12.-The shares of the New York, New Haven & Hart ford Railroad Company reached a new low record on the stock exchange this afternoon Liquidation forced the price down to 66 3-8 shortly before o'clock The previous low record established yesterday was ST 3-S
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
REBEL FORCES
 DRIVEN AWAY
 FROM TAMPIGO
Federal Commander Declares That Achievements
 Have Relieved City.
FORCES
 REFUSED WITH LOSS
Battles Result May Have Per manent Affect Upon
 Mexican Problem.

Vera Crus, Dec. 12.-The rebel fcrces attacking Tampfco were repulsed and driven away from that city with heavy loss, according to General Gi1stava Maas, military commander here, who says that federal troops under General Joacquin Maas. Jr.. arrived to the re- lief Of Tampico yesterday.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
PULMOTOR POWERLEsS TO
 SAVE LIFE OF INFANT

I>hree-months-oId John Bank died suddenly in convulsions this afternoon a the home of his parents, 173 Church street. from what is believed to have been intestinal trouble. The death has been reported to Dr. S. M Garlick IT. edical examiner. Dr. J. F. Krasyne found signs of life and called pr. Will liam H. Curley and the puImotor from the emergency hospital. Heroic treat ment was q1nava1ling.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
SALESMAN INJURED.

While crossing Main street this morning, Thomas Hopkins, a salesman from New Jersey, slipped and fell, sustaining a scalp wound that was closed with five stitches at the emer- =Ancy hospital.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12

The new, s10.ooo waterous gasoline pumping fire engine, latest addition to the apparatus of Bridgeport fire de- partment, went into commission at o'clock this afternoon Tn No. 3'ts house. Norman street. replacing the old steam honse-drawn engine.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
NEW YORKER ELECTED
 YALE TENNIS CAPTAIN

New Haven, Dec. 12.-William D. Cunningham, Of New York City, a member of last years intercollegiate tennis team, has been elected cap tain of the Yale University team An nouncemcnt Of the election was made today.
 Cunningham is Q member of the ju- nior academic class.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
Bridgeport Concern
 Incorporates For S10O,O00

Hartford, Dec 12-The New Eng land Securities, Purchase & Sales Co.,. Of Bridgeport, has filed q certificate of incorporation in the office of tftc secretary of state The capital stock is stated as $100, 600.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12

ing on rear platforms" Cigar, cigar cite and pipe smokers protest.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12

Hackensack, ". J., Dec. 12-Fsrst m eeting Housewives League to launch local boycott against seventy-ceut eggs.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-12-12
''GET THE HABIT"

Read the Want Ads in The
 Farmer classified columns there's some good opportunities in For Sales" and ITO Rents."
Atlanta Georgian. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1912-1939, 1913-11-19
400 at Kirkwood's
Products Dinner.

The Georgia Products celebration
at Kirkwood Tuesday evening Illus
trated the fact that larger audito-
rum Is necessary to keep up with
the growth OF the town. More than
400 people gathered in the banquet
hall, while a hundred found it i'm
possible to gain entrance. 1t was a
great success and even greater than
the officers OF the Kirkwood Cham
Der of Commerce had dared dream.
Everything good to eat was served
and all OF the eats" we're Georgia
grown or Georgia raised Merchants
OF Kirkwood and Atlanta donated the
food. which was prepared and served
in an appetizing way by the wives
Of the club members. A general in
vitation was extended to the citizens
Of Klrkwood and the repast was
great number OF new members
for the organization resulted.
Congressman william Schley How
ard delivered an address, going to the
Kirkwood dinner after speaking at
Decatur. Other addresses were made
by Mayor r. F. Gillian, f. w. Rose
Henry G. Barr, president OF the Kirk
wood Chamber of Commerce, and
others
Atlanta Georgian. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1912-1939, 1913-11-19
Howard Is Orator
At Decatur Dinner.

A success in every way was the
Georgia Products supper served by
the Decatur Board of Trade in the
Decatur courthouse Tuesday evening.
IRON sparkling "DeKalb County"
cider, through a long menu OF Geor-
gia turkey, Georgia ham, Georgia
oysters. Georgia celery and Georgia
spirit coffee, there was everything
the appetite could demand.
More than 200 men and women
gathered to partake OF The spread and
listen to the speeches OF Congressman
William Schley Howard, Nash r.
Rroyles IL. G. Hastings, G. Scott Can
dler and w. j, Dabney, president Of
the Decatur Board of Trade.
Congressman Howard was among
his home folks, so he showed mis-
hands in his pockets and talked as he
liked.
Decatur Is moving ahead" said he.
I'm the days gone by no one was dis
turbed by the sound of the hammer
here because the people were content
to let things remain as they were.
Occasionally a man repaired his roof,
Atlanta Georgian. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1912-1939, 1913-11-19
Georuia Jeans MISSING.

Colonel William l.. Peel was kept
busy explaining why he did not up
hold the rumor that has been in cir
culatlon among his friends that he
was going to wear his famous suit Of
Georgia jeans, which, It is understood,
he had manufactured expressly for
the banquet. Il didn't wear them"
said Colonel Peel, "because-well, be-
cause / had these other clothes on
before | thought of them, and didn't
have time to change. At home, how
ever, I've got two entire suits that
were made in Georgia-the blue jeans
of Atlanta and another that was made
in Roswell"
Atlanta Georgian. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1912-1939, 1913-11-19
ET-IOGETHER SPIRIT HAS CLIMAX AT BRILLIANT BANQUE
Georgia Proved independent of Whole World bU

but that was about the extent OF the
development
But few years back some Of the
Younger men came to the realization
that Decatur was the best spot in
the world for the development Of an
cnterprising suburban city, and to-
day We are in the midst of an era
Of prosperity. All that is needed 10
realize Decatur's progress is to walk
around the town and notice the great
amount Of building that is going on"
Congressman Howard referred in
glowing terms TO the Decatur Board
Of Trade and the Georgia Chamber
OF Commerce. BY a State organizl-
ton he declared the State would pro-
gress in a manner almost unbelieva-
BILE. II, G. Hastings spoke on the
Corn Club Work in Georgia" G
Scott Gambler on "Co-operation," and
Nash r. Brovles on THE Georgia
Chamber OF Commerce"
The courthouse. which is an artis-
tic building. was made more beau
tiful by the decorations. The judges
rostrum was banked with palms and
ferns and the orators held forth from
a bower Of foliage An orchestra
kept the crowd in harmony.