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The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
KANSAS FARMER
IS TRIMMED" BY
SHARPERS HERE
Speeding to Bedside of Dying
Mother, Stops OF Between
Trains and Drops Wad
PROVES EASY VICTIM
OF AN OLD SWINDLE
Picks Up Acquaintance, Third
Man Appears, and Shear
ing's Soon Finished

Speeding across the continent to the
bedside Of his dying mother in Hart
ford, Conn. X. Reuben Roberts. OF
Cawker City, Kas.. stopped OF at the
Union depot here. between trains. and
met a man from California.
Ever seen the big new tunnsiy'
asked the man from California. Great
sight"
R. Reuben reckoned he would have
q look at It.
Walking along FOREST. the man
from California beamed as he saluted
a passerby.
las | live. the colonel, from Ken
lucky" he chortled. and he winked at
r. Reuben.
Just on msh way TO see the tun'
nell remarked the colonel, and tho
three went together. They viewed the
tunnel. Then Mr.. California winked
at X. Reuben. and suggested to the
colonel that he and the colonel match
pennies. California quickly won $40
from the colonel. He confided, aside,
to r. Reuben, that the colonel was
the grandest little loser at matching
pennies, that the world ever produced.
Then he handed r. Reuben $50. stat
ing that he and the man from Cawker
City. Kas.. were both westerners, and
ought to be regular pals.
II. Reuben being shrewd Of mind,
decided to put CALIFORNIA; $40 against
the colonel's fat purse and get rich.
The $50 just melted. Then $40 cash
that r. Reuben had held out for trav-
cling expenses went the same way.
Then he tossed draft OF $3.50, drawn
by the First National Bank OF Cawkor
City. Kansas, on the First National
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
PETITION WILSON
TO SAVE SLAYER
Kentucky Congressman Asks
President to Spare Life
of Soldier

j.. WASHINGTON, May S.-President
Wilson was asked today TO exercise
his executive clemency and save a
slayer from the gallows--the first plea
OF this sort that has been presented
10 him. Representative Andrew James
Thomas. OF Kentucky, appealed on be-
half Of William IA. Sabens, convicted
OF first degree homicide in the killing
Of Ala Hayes here last year. He IL
conc emred TO die tomorrow.
Pres dent Wilson sent 10 the depart
ment OF justice for all the papers on
Sabens' case and promised to make
known his decision before the time
set for execution.
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
GRAND RAPIDS HUSBAND
STAYS YOUNG WIFE

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. May g.
Returning home this morning. after
an absence Of alweek, Martin Balicki.
81. shot and instantly killed his wife,
Josephine. %. as she lay in bed A
three. ear-old son was witness OF
the crime. II was only after a had
struggle that neighbors captured
Balicki.
The murder Ia the elimination of
. family quarrel which IL said to have
existed for several years.
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
TEDDY TO JOIN
SULzER ON STUMP
Colonel and Governor Join
Forces in Demand for
Primary Bill

ALBANY. n. Y. May S.--Announce-
ment that Colonel Roosevelt would
take the stump and aid him in the
fight to put through direct primary
election law at the special session OF
the legislature TO be called, next
month, was made by Gov. Sulzer to-
day. Colonel Roosevelt Is expected
10 formally announce his position In
the fight being waged by Sulzer soon.
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
FERRIS APPOINTS
} TWO new JUDGES
Stewart Hanley and Arthur j
Lacey Added to Wayne
. County Bench

LANSING, Mich. May s.-(Special)
Arthur j. Lacy was appointed judge
of the new court Of Dopestic rela-
tons for Wayne county, by Governor
Ferris. this morning. Stewart Han
ley was named to fill the vacancy on
the probate bench created by the
granting of third judge. Both men
live In Detroit and both are Demo
Gratis.
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
He May Handle the Jap for Us

GEORGE WILKINS GUTHRIE FAMOUS REFORM MAYOR, TO
MAINTAIN PiTTseURos FAME DIPLOMACY
svPRoDucT ALONG WITH STEEL PICKLES,
AND HONUs
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09

LAKE AND RIVER STEAMERS.
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
MAKE YOUR RESERVA.
TON TODAY"

AT ID. & {. Line ticket offices
for the first weekend excur-
sion OF the season 10 Buffalo,
on Str. City of Cleveland H..
Saturday. May 10, now in reg
ular commission with Str.
Eastern States.
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
Believe Water Stolen.

MUSHROOM, Mich. May S.-The
observation-disclosures
standpipe At Muskegon heights every
night has led TO An investigation
which, II Is believed will uncover
nefts on the part or several big man.
ufacturers, through secret taps on the
city mains.
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
FIND DOCTOR GUILTY
OF SELLING DRUGS

LANSING. Mich. May DIR. Jo-
siah Black, charged with having sold
heroin tablets to young boys of this
city. was found guilty by jary in
Justice court this afternoon and fined
$40 and costs. He Immediately appeal
ed the case to the circuit court
The Detroit times., 1913-05-09
Say She Powered pauqhter.

FLINT, Mich, May S.--Mrs Maud
Cooper. Of Grand Blanc, was arrested
today on a charge of having contrib
uted to the delinquency OF her l5-year-
old daughter. Three men are now
serving time in Ionia for a statutory
offense against the girl, having plead.
ed guilty in circuit court, and fourth
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09
ENTERTAINMENTS
 "A ND THE GOSSIP

toire for Bridgeport is as follows: Monday, April, 14th, King Lear; Tues day, April 18th, Hamlet; matinee, Merchant of Venice; Wednesday, April 18th, night, Macbeth. The Wednesday matinee is special students matinee at special prices. MT MantelI is the only American actor now living who can be regarded as the legitimate suc- cessor of the long line of tragedians that included Forrest, Kean, McCul- 1ogh, the Booths and Mansfield. He is the only actor fitted by voice and physique and long, hard training in the classics for such great roles as King Lear and Othello, and is the only one who has dared re-create these personages and include them in a permanent repertoire. His success in the interpretation of the big classic roles led William Winter in 1907 to proclaim MT. ManteH leader of the American stage and since then many other critics of note have echoed this opinion.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09
THE PLAZA
fBy the Plaza Press Agent.)

Today is the last opportunity to see Col Fred the wonderful mind read ing horse at the Plaza Theatre, five other feature acts and as many photo plays are also on the bill. Capacity houses have ruled at every perform ance Col. Fred's performance is one of the greatest ever seen and must be seen to be believed. The intelli- gence of this remarkable equine is most astonishing, he can write on a blackboard probably better than good many children and he can count faster than most experts.
 As a real hero Col Fred is very much in evidence; a building is on fire Col Fred rushes in awakens his master and saves the child by grasp ing her dress between his teeth. One of the best comedy sketches of the season is preseNed by Howard and Linder, each line is funnier than the proceeding one and the songs indulg- ed by the couple was responsible for great applause John F. Clark a witty Irish comedian had the audi ence in mysteries with his rapid fire ''quibs'' and up-to-date parodies. Grace Lambert a charming entertain CT pleased. with four very late songs. The Bennedettoes in a revolving lad der act and the Strolling Players in a novelty musical and singing diversion were the other acts. Today is also the last opportunity to see the Day ton Flood pictures, they are bright and clear and show the catastrophe at it's worst period. Tomorrow an en- tire new vaudeville and photo play program will prevail.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09
CHAPTER V.
The Fight.

f~1HE prince fumed with rage
 over the insolence to which kzE5SSS he had been subjected by the EsGGy American. It was bad enough to have Hawthorne in the good graces of the princess, whom he hoped to marry. The American was sufficiently dangerous when he had only suspicion of the plot to dethrone the king, but now that he was in actual possession of the details he was a marked object for death. The prince did not wei come a hand to hand conflict with the American if he could avoid it. Now the presence of the guard would have been doubly welcome, so he cursed Radulski for his tardiness in bringing them.
 The prince had come to the hasty conclusion that there was but one safe way to deal with this interfering American, and that was. to send him to jail-at least until after the king had been dethroned and the prince had taken his place as ruler.
 By the way, prince, will have time for a cigarette before the guard ar rives 2" calmly inquired Hawthorne.
 Curse you,' fumed the prince, eff you smoke tonight you'll smoke in hadesv'
 Thanks" bowed Hawthorne. 'And if I go I'm sure you'll join me shortly.'
 The prince had some time before been forced to the conclusion that he was no match for the American at rep artee. so he paced the floor, alternately cursing the American and RadulsEi.
 "Princa.'' said Hawthorne, apparent ly unmindful of the danger which con fronted him, "why can't you cool off? The weather is warm enough without your adding any heat to it. If we had you over in our country you'd find yourself dangling by a rope from a tree.''
 Listen. Yankee!' shouted the prince.
 -'AII attention said the American.
 Before I lock you up''-
 "So that's your little game- is if?
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09

two more of the princess adherents at his heels, '1 have just received an or der from his majesty that the life guards be recalled at once to the capi- tai He suspects'-
 ''Not necessarily said RaduIski. ''The shooting today may have fright ened him. It need not change any of your highness' plans."
 Then" declared the prince, ''in any case it becomes doubly needful for us to make haste. Hohenloe, arrange the attack on the palace for midnight to- night. You say the army is with US to man and that your orators have stirred the mob to the right heat. Remember that the signal for attacking the palace will be-
 Radulski, who had been glancing nervously about him. suddenly held up a warning hand for silence, then strode to the nearest door and flung it open. Anthony Hamilton Hawthorne strolled unconcernedly across the threshold.
 Thanks he said. holding pleasant V at Radulski-
 'Gentlemen,' said the prince loudly, addressing his followers, -once more I thank you for your visit of congratula- tion on the signing of the treaty. I will detain you no longer"
 Taking the awkward hint, the plot ters bowed themselves out of the room, leaving only Hawthorne, the prince, Radulskf and Hohenloe. Vladimir turned savagely upon the American.
 And now. sir,'' he growled, i've shall attend to your case"
 So good of you," murmured Flaw thorne, lighting a cigarette.
 Were you listening to what was said in this room?'' demanded the prince.
 Were you saying something you were ashamed to have heard?" pleas antly retorted Hawthorne.
 eve had enough of your accursed impertinence!''
 "Yes?'' queried Hawthorne, 'tthat's too bad. For you're liable to get whole lot more of it before you're through
 "Radulskir' ordered the prince. ''Go and call my guard! Quick?'
 Three to one isn't good enough odds for you, hey?'' drawIed Hawthorne as Radulski sped on his errand.
 'tDo you know to whom you're speak ing?" f1ustered the prince.
 1T feel sure that Pm in bad com pany,'' meekIy responded Hawthorne. ''So guess I'll go.''
 Mot yet,'' interposed the prince, waxing more and more domineering at the Americans air of timid1ty, while Hohenloe, at a nod from him, moved between Hawthorne and the door. You'll have an opportunity first to repent of your insolence in jail.''
 "Say"' retoEted Hawthorne, his meek ness vanishing. 'I'm not any too stuck on you as it is. And you'll make me mfslay my temper in a moment
 ESQ? Jail is an excellent place for the finding of lost tennpers. Jail is also an excellent place for the housing of impudent Yankees, as you will learn. I wish I could put more of your loud mouthed countrymen there. It would keep them from meddling with the business of their betters.''
 ''Ah. but they haven't any betters," was the irritating reply of Hawthorne.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09

Well, now let me tell you, MT. E-rInce that there is at least one man who has pretty definite idea where I am at the present minute and who will know where am after I go away from here.''
 Hell have to be what you Ameri- cans call mind reader if he does, g snarled the prince.
 He wouldn't have to be much of a mind reader to fathom your pIans," smiled Hawthorne
 And just let me give you a little good advice,''~ continued Hawthorne. Before you do any locking up think it over very seriously and remember that if you put me in jail or in any way in terfere with me there won't be any country left here for you to govern in ease you do succeed in dethronine the king.''
 ''Bosh!' came from the prince "Now, let me tell you something for your own good"
 Fire away" said Hawthorne.
 Don't imagine you fooled me as to your reason for interfering with me- Sneered the prince.
 ''I haven't been trying to fool you.''
 "'Eo! In this room a few minutes ago when saw you with the''-
 "Cut thatr' demanded Hawthorne.
 .'Pray why?''
 <WeIl," said Hawthorne, trying to control his temper, q wouldn't say anything more about that if were you. That's aI.''
 ''so I was right, eh?' jeered the prince
 Right! What do you meanT'
 ''You had an appointment with her, did you? She''-
 <FYou lie," replied Hawthorne, land you know it. Say, prince,'' he cont1n- ued a moment later, '1've just had a queer sort of a presentiment that some day you are going to get the beating up of your liSe.''
 ''I'm interested,'' was the princess re ply. Cant you give me a little more definite information as to who is going to do it and the time when it will take placer
 ''The time is not very far off"
 'sAnd the beater"
 ''The presentiment wasn't very def mite on that point, but I seem to have the impression that I shall be very close at hand.''
 "Splendid"' said the prince -e'In the meantime, shall take pains to tell his majesty of the secret affair you've been carrying on with his prim little daughter. It will make a pretty scan- dal when"-
 "You cur!'' shouted Hawthorne ''You yellow curb
 As he spoke he struck fair and full in the princess scowling face.
 Now, few men live past childhood without having given and received
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09
FOx's LYRIC THEATRE
(Bx the Fox Lyric Press AgentO

(By the FOX LyE1C PTeSS A2e0C.)
 There was no matinee at the Fox Lyric this afternoon for concert by the Wednesday Afternoon Musical club was slated. There is to be only one more of these Wednesday after noon musica1es after today and that is Wednesday, April 29. The regular show will be given tonight and every afternoon during the balance of the week. The show this week has caught on in fine shape and business is ex- celIent.
 Several lawyers have been in to see the sketch "A Woman and the Law as presented by Joe and Nina Adel- man. Both are finished artists and the pleas made both by the woman and the prosecuting attorney could do credit to Bob IngersoI1 and melt the most stoic jury. The act gets several encores every performance.
 Variety is added to the bill by the Nudge Morton Trio in a classy nnusi- cal act Miss Morton is an exception ally good singer and the two men play different instruments to perfection, the singing and the music harmonizes exquisiteIy. They are pronounced hit.
 Jack Symonds has that Western breeze about him that is wholesome and he blows through a mono1ogue and several parodies without an error Jack has been at the game long enough to know every angle and in the makeup of an ordinary bum makes a solid hit.
 Lulu Coates and company, swell colored act is a bright spot on the bill. All are good dancers and with an acrobatic finish brings them many bows Isabella Gray and company minus one of the trio give pleasing twelve minute act of character work and singing in front of special drop The Ba1dwins do not have to take back seat for any steppers in the busl7' ness and they have more assortment of steps than Walter Johnson has curves The flood and other pictures round a fine show.
 Thursday brings six headline acts known as the William Fox Road Show This has the record of being the best that has played the Fox cir cult this season.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09
(Continued.)

The second the ,Edter door closed be- hind them Hawthorne shouted for Blake. Rodney came clattering down from his room. wondering at the fran tic summons.
 Rod. eXcl:' iIned Hawthorne. there S the deuce and all to pay, and I want you to help inc. There's a plot to de- throne he king. and
 'Is there a chance of the plot win ming out?'' asked Blake with sudden eagerness.
 ''I'm afraid so. It's cinch. The
 Bully exulted Blake. of they Kick out the king the princess loses her royal job too. She won't be a princess any more. That gives you a chance to get her. What can 1 do to heIp?''
 No. no. mani You've got it all wrong. We've got to try to keep the kings throne for him. The princess be- lieves in these people so! If they de- throned her shi;ky kneed old father it'd break her heart
 You've sure got it bad. Tony" sigh ed Blake. slowly grasping Hawthorne's state of mind.
 ''Bad:'' mocked Hawthorne. Rod. I'm gone She's just everything. Moth ing else matters. Not even me. And it's ali so rottanly hopeless. Oh, Pm nutty. all right. 1 know that. But I'll - hand you one ice cold fact: She shan't marry that cur of prince. Pm going to stop that the only way I can. I'm going to get proof positive of this rev olution. and then
 Gan l help?"
 Yes Take this suit case with our hundred thousand bank roll in it and lock it up in your room. I'll tell you the next move later"
 Blake. reverently picking up the suit case with it's weight of treasure, start ed upstairs with it. nervousIy lending of an ofhcious porter who met him on the stairs and wanted to carry the bur den for him. Hawthorne started off in another direction.
 But the big room was not long empty. Into it almost at once strode Prince Vladimir, who. having escorted the princess to her carriage. had returned with vague idea of wFeaking his an- ger in comparative safety on the un- known American. But the American was not there. and Vladimir was forced to take out his i'll temper on the faith full Radulski. who battered along in his wake like a meek fox terrier.
 'Oh. your highness. your highnessH' pleaded the equerry, when he could get in a word. "Calm yourseIfv' How can I? You heard how l was in-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09
POLI'S VAUDEVILLE
(By the Pon Press Agent.)


 When all the world talks about you why talk about yourself? All the city is talking about the big bill at Polls and we are not going to query you on how we do it for the prices of admission. We do it-please the people, offer the same attraction you'd pay two dollars to see in New York. for the lowest possible scale of ad- missions, and how we do it is of no concern. As said hefore-we do it and the people like iu, we shall continue. And we are going to put everybody our pay roll who talks about us-no matter what they say, it is good advertising.
 Pauline, the worlds acknowledged master mind, the premier hypnotist and humorist in his laugh provoking stunts with dozen subjects; Milton and De Long Sisters, in the funniest of all sketches, Laying Over at Al falfa Junction., with the most laughs per minute of any playlet ever; Amy Butler and her all star quartet in repertoire of lively, harmonious sons hits that set the blood a tingling: Lamberti, the peer of all vaudeville pianists in his faithful limitations of famous composers with his delicate sense of the refined and his perfect limitations; Berg Brothers, who offer a thrill a second and a half hundred laughs in their intricate, yet comical evolutions on the cycle; and Ethel Kirk and Billy Fogarty in their most alluring singing and talking novelty, constitutes one of the largest, most diversified and all around pleasing bills yet seen, and that it is striking a responsive chard is best attested by the huge advance sale for the entire week.
 Pauline will introduce new tests each performance, but retain the most pleasing of his act which he will proffer every afternoon and evening.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09

blows. But because of the divinity that hedges royalty Prince Vladimir Halberstadt had reached the age of thirty-fve without having once been struck. He was ignorant of the sensa- t1on- And the smashing impact of Hawthorne's fist in his face came with all the novelty of an earthQuake-and with almost as much force.
 The prince stood full head taller than his wtry little opponent and weighed at least fifty pounds more Yet the force of the blow sent him reeIing backward, dazed and dumfound- ed. Even General Hohenloe was so thunderstEuck by the spectacle of royal prince being stSuck by 6 mere American that for a moment he was too surprised to move or even to think
 Seeing that the prince did not ''put up his hands," Hawthorne did not fol- low up the attack. He had expected his blow to be the first move in the Hveliest sort of mixup. And he was vaguely disappointed that his enemy had taken it so passiveIy.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09

suited in this very room. Insulted by an Oberitch. By a king whose own people laugh at him.
 Tt all happened for the best, your highness,'' soothed Radulski. "Now you can claim the treaty has been broken
 '<zeS, and heads shall be broken. too, before I've done Forbidden to make speeches. am I? Let them wait. You sent for the Others?''
 They will be here directly, your highness.''
 Forbidden to make speeches. eh?" fumed Vladimir ''T'-
 The hasty advent of Hohenloe min ister of war and one of VladimirS stanchest secret adherents in Borro- vina, checked the torrent of snarling words
 Your highness.'N exclaimed Hohen- foe. who had hurried in, with one or
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09

beautiful scenery. This fun carnival is headed by those famous fun crea- tors, Harry Koler, Al. K. Hall and Harry K. Morton. An unusually large and attractive chorus is very much in evidence, making eighteen complete costume changes. The female con tingent is headed by KIara. Hendrix, Pam Lawrence, June Mills, Alice Poole, Harry Brown, Edna Howard, Harry Tyler, Evans and Lawrence and others.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09
STATE OF CONNECTICUT, DISTRICT OF BRIDGEPORT, ss. PROBATE COURT.

Estate of Mary Lyons, late of the town of Bridgeport in said Dis trict deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the Dis trict of Bridgeport, hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof for Creditors of said Estate to exhibit their claims for settlement Those who neglect to present their ac- counts, properly attested, within said time, will be debarred a recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate are to made immediate pay ment to
 KATHERINE F. LYONS,
 Administratrix, c. t.
 1S43 E. Main St., U9s#p Bridgeport, Conn.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-04-09
STATE OF CONNECTICUT, DISTRICT OF BRIDGEPORT, ss., PROBATE COURT.

ApriI 5, l9l3. Estate of Jane Brown, late of the town of Bridgeport, in said District deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the Dis trict of Bridgeport, hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof for Creditors of said Estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their ac- counts properly attested, within said time will be debarred a recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make immediate pay ment to
 JOHN F. BROWN,
 Administrator. 195 Main St., Bridgeport, Ct.