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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
MRS. n. N. SHERRY IS DEAD AT FAMILY HOME

Mrs Idda A spsrry, wife of E. N. sperry president Of the Monumental Bronze co. died today at the family home, 800 Park avenue. Mrs SperEy was 5 years of age and had been i'll several " weelxs a1thon ugh 1t was not con- sfdered that her condition was serious. Mrs spel ry was the daughter Of Mir. and Mrs Samuel Baldwin of wood bridge, Ct and came to this city soon after her marriage to MT Sperry
 She is survived by a son, Ralph M. sperry, secretary Of the Monumental Bronze co. and a daughter, Mrs. VIII Ham Bristol of Bridgeport. Dfrs. Sperry was member of the South Congregatic nal church and active in the work of all organizations connect ed with the church. She took a deep interest in charitable work and will be missed by many persons whom she found pleasure in aiding.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
WEALTHY STUDENT
 AT YALE ARRESTED
 AS CAMERA THIEF

New Haven, Feb. 1s-Albert K 1Runasey, 19 years old. of St. Louis. Mo, a member of the sophomore class at YaIe. was arrested today charged with theft He Is accused of having stolen three cameras from students who roomed in the same dornitory in which he has his rooms After talk ing the cameras, 1t is alleged. he trad ed them off for camera and a money consideration at a department store He was held under $500 bonds for a hearing tomorrQw.
 According to the police, Rumsey has admitted the thefts but his only reason is that he wanted the new camera and knew he could get it if he could obtain the other cameras to use in the trade.
 There is no financial reason. it is said, for his taking the property of the other students as his father is a well-to-do resident of St. Louis and the accused was supplied with slffi- cfent means,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
MRS. ARMSTRONG
 REELECTED HEAD OF PATRIOTIC BODY

 The annual meeting of the Connec- ticut Chapter of the Daughters of the Founders and Patriots Society was held in the stratfie1d Hotel this morn ing The executive board meeting be- gan at 10;30 o'clock
 The chief business transacted dur ing the morning WAS the election of officers. Officers are elected in this society on alternate years, one. half of their number being elected every year and each serving for two years. The following were chosen for office, all being re-e1ections, which attested to their previous splendid and earnest work in the society Presid ent, Mrs Charles H. Armstrong. of Bridgeport; first vice. president. Mrs Clarence 2. R. Jenne, of Hartford corresponding secretary, Mrs. George B. Bannell of Derby: treasurer, Mrs. Clarence B. BoInen, of New Haven; Chaplain, Miss Jeannette Booth of Stratford; the council. for three years; Mrs. Frank lin F. Knous of New Haven. Mrs. M orris B. BeardsIey of Bridgeport and Mrs. George Maynard Miner of New London.
 Luncheon was held at noon in the hotel At 2 clock the meeting was resumed, splendid musical program being presented through the gener- osfty of the ecording-secretary Mrs. Isaac B. Walxenan OF New York.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
BROCl5 STORE IS SOLD; IN FAMILY
 OVER 35 YEARS


 By a aease which was recorded in the town clerk $ office today the da7i- catessen and liquor business carried on for more than 35 years in Bridge port by the family Of Gustav Broch, passes to Joseph Freiheit Of Shelton The amount paid for the busdness is not named in the papers but the lease of the present site of the business, at s347 Fairfield avenue is for five years at an annual rental of $1. 250.
 This deal marks the passing from the Bridgeport business life of a fam fly that has long been connected with 1t More than 35 years ago Gustav Broch established in State street. near Water street, the delieatessen store and saloon which eventually became known throughout the state. After being in business there for more than 20 years MT. Broch moved to another location in State street near Main street.
 StlbsequentIy he moved to the store in Main street now occupied by the WoInan,s Drug Store. MT. Broch died several years ago, but previous to his death he had taken his sons, William and Edward into partnership under the firm name of Gustav Broch & Sons.
 About two years ago the sons moved the business to the property rat e47 Fairfield avenue which is owned by the family Then Edward Broch with drew from the busines to enter ths auto1noioiIe truck business. William Broch has not yet made plans for the ft1t l1re, but will take a vacation before again engaging in business.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.


 The Board of Education of the City of Bridgeport, Ct, by the Committee in charge. invite bids for the con- struction of the whole or in part, Of a brick school house to be located on the corner of Central Avenue and Re were St, City.
 To be in accordance with plans and specifications on file at office Of Frederick A. Cooper, Arch't. Fourth Floor Meigs building.
 All bids must be sealed and handed to the Architect on or before four clock P. m, Monday, March g, 1914 Each bid as an evidence of good faith must be accompanied by a cer- tified cheek in favor of the Board of Education for an amount equal to five percent (5 percent) of tho amount of bid.
 The right is reserved to reject any and all bids,
 By order of the Board Of Education
 VIM. A. BELL,
 VIM. B. BOARDMAN,
 Fl. s. CHALLENGER.
 VIM. LdEBERUA,
 BIS Special Committee.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
ELDEST DAUGHTER
 |0F WILL SON. TO WED q


 Washington. Feb. 18-It was per- sistently reported here that Miss Mar garet Wilson, eldest daughter of the President. had become informally be- trothed to Boyd Fisher, of Princeton and New York, a we'll known social worker.
 Strength is given to the report by the frequent weekend visits of MT. Fisher to the White House and his constant appearance by the side of Miss Wilson. It is known also that never a day passes during his ab- sences from Washington that letter is not sent him on White House sta uonery, and one from him is in every days White House mail
 MT. Fisher was among the guests at the White House wedding, and was the only man outside of the in- mediate family and the bridal party invited to the brides table in the pri- vate dining room for the wedding feast Those who have followed the romance also recall that it was Miss Margaret Wilson who caught the bri- dal bouquet thrown by Mrs. Sayre, and this is said to be accepted as a happy augury in the family that she will be the fourteenth White House bride.
 The family refuses to make a, state ment about the engagement, although Miss Isabelle Hegner. Mrs. Wilson's s secretary, has denied that an engage ment existed between Miss Wilson and Mir. Fisher.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
CTRCE,S BLOW NETS
 MAID $950 DAMAGES

The marble statue of Circe which fell upon Mary McIIhoney of Norwaak while she was washing 1t, was the ages in the superior court this morn ing. A jury brought in a. verdict for that amount after being out three hours
 Mary was servant employed at the country home of Florence Matthews in Norwalk. She was cleaning the house in May. 1912, in preparation for the arrival of Miss Mathews when the statue fela, while being vigorously scrubbed. It struck Mary on the head and knocked her down. She wanted s2,e00 damages from Miss Matthew's. The defendant alleged that the suit was not brought until more than a fore outIawed.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
m = DIED.


 AxUsANTE~-In this city, Feb IT. 1914, Benedetto MusaSnte. aged 4s years.
 Friends are Invited to attend tlae funeral from the una king par- lors 0f Cullinan and Mullins, No. 864 Main street on Friday. Feb. 20. at a- E1.s and from Holy Rosary church at g. 30 a. m-s with solemn high mass Interment at St. Adi- chaefs cemetery. BIB b MURFHY--In this city, Monday, Feb 16ths 1e14, Mary K., widow of Fat rick Murphy.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her son. Patrick L. Murphy. No. ass Bishop Rveuue, on Thursday, Feb. 18th, at 8:30 a. m. and from St. Charles church at 9 o'clock In tsrment at st- Miehael's cen eterys HGLCO1EB Tn this city. Feb. IT, 1914. at her home, No. 4s3 Golden 4ziIl street. Julia A. Wheaton. widow of William ". Holcombs and daughter of the late William N. and Sarah Landon Wheaton, aged s4 Friends are fnvited to attend the funeral at Trinity church. Broad St. corner Fairfield avenue on Thursday, 19th inst. at Il o'clock Burial iu Mountain Grove cemetery EPEHRK--Tn this city, Feb. IS, 1914, Lida Adeline Baldwin. wife Of D. N Sperry, aged ST year
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, 800 Park Place. on Friday, 2Oth inst, at Hs30 D. m. Interment at Noun tain Grove cemetery. B IS beS DANL1F-In this city, Tuesday. Feb 10ths 1914, Simon L. Desn1in.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence No. 1s0 Maplewood avenue on Friday, Feb 20th. at g: 30 a. nj, and from St. Augustine,s church at g o'clock. 1nternent at St Augustine,s cen1e- terys BISbe
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
EXTENSIVE PLANS FOR LADIES NIGHT
 AT ELKs' ROME

Local Elks are having a busy week socially, the pre-tenten season having much to do with this unusual activity. This evening the annual reception to ladies takes place at the club house in State street. It prom ises to eclipse anything of a similar nature that has ever been arranged in the home. Besides the usual dance numbers and concert, a cabaret lunch will be served. Exceptionally fine tall ent has been engaged
 Another unusual event takes place Friday evening when the mid-winter excursion takes place to Derby Derby lodge of Elks has made elaborate ar arrangements for the entertainment of the Bridgeport boys. More than 300 members of Bridgeport lodge, headed by the Wheeler 6 wilson band Of 30 pieces. will leave in special cars from the postofice on Friday evening at 7:30. They will be met upon arrival at Derby by a large committee of Elks with the Ansonia band.
 Derby lodge is having four days carnival of fun and has set apart Friday evening as Bridgeport night in honor of the local lodge. It only requires the mention of the name Derby. to a great many of the lo- cal herd to insure a large attendance The DeEby EIlxs are noted for their hospitalityH They have something in the nature of.a surprise for the Bridge port boys on Friday evening.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
DELLA FORFETTS $2, 900 BOND IN
 SUPERIOR COURT

l ~
 Joseph Della. of this city charged with enbezz1ing s91 from a fellow countryInan, forfeited a bond of $2,- e00 in the criminal superior court this morning It was alleged that he oio- tained s1,O0O on a money order sent to another man and retained part of the cash.
 William Healy, Fred Bussey. John Krapolislxo and Peter PoIasko of Shelton, charged with breaking into a residence in that place, were all sent to the state reform school
 Michael Kornes, who broke into house in Westport and then barricad- ed himself so the owner could not enter, was also sent to the reforma- tory.
 New Haven. Fe6. 1s-Joseph Rpbil-8 lard was sentenced in the superior court today to states prison for from one to six years for white slavery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
FIRE DESTROYS
 sI, 900, 900 HOME
 OF VANDER RBIL. IS

Jericho. L. T., Feb. s--The country home of Mrs, William K Vanderbilt. Jr., valued with it's fllrnishings and art treasures at nearly 3 1 ,00e GOO, was destroyed by fire today. The only oc- cupants were caretaker and servants left to look after the property.
 The caretalzer attributed the blaze to an oYerheafed furnace. The fire departne ents of HicksvIIle and West bury were called but on account of the snow c1ogged roads they were un- able to drag their apparatus to the scene.
 The house was built last year at a cost Of s40os 1000 and later additions were made which cost $100,000 more. It had 60 rooras The walls were hung with rare tapestries and va1l1a- bIe paintings
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
SEC. PHIL.I,IPS IS
 NOT A CANDIDATE

Rumors have been in circulation of late to the effect that Secretary of the State Albert Phillips of Stamford is a candidate to succeed Judge John W. Banks of Bridgeport as United States referee in bankrtupcy. MT Phillips. in denying the truth Of the runor yes terday said Z
 Under no cireuInstances am I a candidate for the position Of referee in s3aIalxr,1ptcy. The term Of the pres ent referee expires in October of this years My term as secretary of the state will not expire until January, 1915. To accept the position of ref cree it VI ouId be necessary for me to resign as secretary Of the state. [ was elected to serve the full term as sec retary not a part of the ter11iand q [ conceive 1t to be my duty to carry out my contract with the people who elected me,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18

veln America, 15 months old, of 1oss Maplewood avenue. removed to St. vincent's hospital early today in a dying condition and suffering terrible agony from burns covering practically. his entire body. died shortly after T o'clock this morning. The oyerturn- ing of kettle of boiling water Mon day afternoon at the home while he WAS playing on tho floor was the cause. B As far as the authorities have been able to learn, the clildss parents tried to apply treatment. His condition grew worse so rapidly that even their in :, experienced eyes noted the seriousness of the condition They called Dr.. John J. Macdonald. night emergency hospital surg con, shortly before 2 o'clock this morning. Even then the child was in such a condition that 1t was feared he would not live to reach @fe hospital.
 On account of the inability of the parents to speak English little could be learned concerning the details and as to whether there had been previous surgical attendance. The case has been reported to Dr. S. M Garlick. medical examiner.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
Midst snow e ice spring apparel strikes a delightful contrast.

The new silhouette is Impressive. It is formed bT bouffant draperies at the hips with narrowing of skirt at the ankles In suits, the draperies take modffe forn but there is the hip fitness ankle ness
 Coats present Hared effects and reach only to Che waist-line a trifle below.
 From the bouffant draperies it is easy transition e the pannier and hustle effects which important distinctive style development Tered skirts with ripple hounces, short draped tunics and peated skirt with tiebacks all these among the fashions.
 Many street costumes made with peg-top skr and the tunic is much favored for same attire
 Waists quite transparent of much bIoussd and y-fttiRg number of them simulate the style that worked out coats. peplms girdles and coat tails
 Raglan and 1nodifed kirnono sleeves are more offe seen than the seton style Some sleeves made wit unusually wide
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
Governor Wants Facts
 About Militia's Acts

Hancock, Mich, Feb. 1s-A teIe- gram from Governor1 Ferris asking Chairman Taylor to send him by tele- graph dates and places of alleged vio- lations of the law by the Michigan National Guard, together with avail able names Of officers, was read to- day at the opening of the congress .sional strike inquiry into the copper miners strike.
 It was in response to the invitation of the executive yesterday to have the state represented when the strikers make their charges against the mflI-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
Protest Increase Of
 Freight Rate On Paper

Vasflineton Feb. ls-Prutest against any increase iia freight rates on pa- per was made today before the iu- terstate commerce eornznission by Cor neiius Lsinde, of Chicago. representing the Adichigan Paper Mills Traf1ic As- soeiatfon and the Kalamazoo Co1a- nereial Club and Bryan Muller, traf~ fin manager of the former body, who appeared also.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
Bridgeport, Conn.
 Wednesday, Feb. IS, 1914.

Dolls Festival Saturday. Doll Exhibit next week !
 Every doll-1nother may have pattern Saturday of long hooded cape and of boudoir cap. She may also have her put the list to get copy each month the doll magazine, Little Mother.
 Every doI-owner is invited to enter her doll in fhe competitor for prizes. This competition will result in t award of number of prizesand every prize will b something that little girl will enjoy.
 Please rememberall dolls must be entered this Sat urday, the 21st
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18

Washingtop, Feb. 18-President Wilson today sent to the Senate for confirmation the name, of John T. Down ey, to be postmaster at Sound Bench. Fairfield county. Connecticut. This office is located near Darien. It Is a third class office and the salary is $1, 500 per annun.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
IN MEafoRIAM.

McGRAT4E requiem high mass
 Snaonth's nind9 will De celebrated at St. Peterss church Friday morn ing at o'clock for the rapose of the soul of the late Patrick McGratia
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
Wilson Urges Haste Tn
 Freight Rate Decision

Wilson sent for Chairman Clark, of the interstate commerce commission today and they conferred for half an hour. It was said at the White House that the President expressed deep interest in an early decision on the application of the Eastern rail- roads for freight rate increases.
 While President Wilson has told callers he has his own views on the rate problem he would not express them while the case was before a quasi judicial body. He is known to regard an early decision as important.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18

FOR SALE Store, stock and fix lures. good business, HIT Stratford avenue. J. Harris. B IS stps LOST-$a3 and a gold watch, mono gram. A. L.. g.. pock ketbook small tan Reward return. Mrs J. Ste vens, R. F. Dy No 2 a*p
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18
Denver IS Shaken Up
 By Violent Fart thqualze

Reno. Nev.. Feb. 1s-An earthquake occurred here at 10.18 a. ra- The shock was violent and lasted about three seconds The direction was from southeast to northwest
 Veal rstails at 8 5 cents a pound in France. beef at 31 cents, mutton and pork 2e cents. Canned meats are becoming more popular.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-02-18

to be seen and to be fully enjoyed There is an excellent gathering. It is big It is varied It was chosen with the knowledge acquired through intimate study of fashions and of fabrics.
 We believe Bridgeport women will find it fascinating and satisfying as well as. adapted to their tastes and requirements.
 We can promise no better time than nov for viewing it-and the woman who choose will make choice from a complete and worthy and correct gathering of fine clothee
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
sIgn PaIntIng
speedomeIers

DOES YOUR SPEED O1EE1IsER need attention. A speedometer require attention just like a watch does- We are the service station for Stewart Warner Speedometers. Tell um your troubles. v7aldorE Motor and Machine Go. 1S5 Cannon st.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Moto-Meters

MOTO- O-ATETER-Wi1 keep your car out of the repair shop. It reveals dangerous conditions long before you could possibly be aware of them. Unusual conditions causing heat shown at once on dial. H
 H. Jackson, distributor, BIT Fair field Ave. D-15- eff
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Bread
T-T Builders and Contractors
Building Materials

CHANT PLAsrER BoARD--Arade in Bridgeport The highest grade plaster board made Superior to, and substitute for wood latll. Of flee HAS Main St-s 1Eills Admiral St.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
AS WE'LL AND AS MUCH

No merchant ever failed if he advertised as WE'LL and as MUCH as he could. Results From Farmer Ads
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

ExneraxEant Ads. One Cent a 7Word.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Patent Attorneys

PATIENTS secured promptly by Att torneys Chamberlain 6 Newman, 1 6 Cannon St., Sanford Building. Con- sultation free. l10 g9e
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
LocIks1nith and Hardware

KARPILOW 8 FUCKER, Keyfittina and lock repairing. electric bells 1n- stalled and repaired zoo Fatrne1d Ave. Telephone 4s44.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Second Hand CIOihing

HIGHEST PREUEs PAID for second hand c1otkfng also raisftt guitn. Ica1 prtceas A Crescent Ava
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

OUR SERVICE quick and prices right for pluynbfng, timing. Bertilson q Go, 20z Colorado Ave. Phone 4ss1-2. 24 sss
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Dernlaf0I0 afst
NTMWYe T9wrTrovrD :,

MAEB DESTROYED permanently by Nme Of the electric needle. guar aAt1ae hairs will never returns warts. mclsn, facial nasage and Bcaip Treatment. Jennie A. Ban. 111S felH 6t.s Etoom S12. Security Build As B 2s ali'
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Hot Water Heating.

GET A BR1DGEfoRr WAITER heater for your kitchen boiler for the forthcoming summer. Very. convenient ard money saver. Cum. nIngham & 5Ghwerdt1e. 5eo Fairfield Ave. U1O ats
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Planes For Sale

NEW, FOR sALE-Used only four months. cost -$35O. VII sell ; for $166. Guaranteed for twenty years Italian Violin, valued at s1oG Tor s25. Cash or easy pay ments. s44 Noble Ave
 S 28 ale
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Detective Agency

CONNECTICUT DETECTIVE Agency does all classes of work civil and criminal ?. M. Hawes. Manager fgormerly with Pinkerton Detective Akenoy), s5 Fairfield Ave TeIe- phonc 237O. House ASA.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Piano Moving

MOVING DAY WILL SOON be here. Engage your van now. don't wait until last moment Call Edward Butler, Care Wissner Piano Go, Phone 252s. II alls
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

Musical Merchandise JEROME AEAY-I handle all ktndssof musical merchandise. at all prices also repair any kind of instrument. Banjo taught. No. 6. Arcade.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Lost

LOST-Between Central Avenue and State Street $66 in Sro1I. Suitable reward if returned to 675 HaIlett St p IS b~p
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Inventors

WANTED-Inventors to send for one of my booklets on u s. and Foreign patents Mercer D. BIopde1, P9- tent Solicitor. Conn. National Bank building. B 27 stf
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
OWING
Glazing
Hair speclaIt1es

aFx SPECIALITY is treating the hair, my hair food guaranteed to stop hair from coming out. M T. Mo- Crath. AZ Sanford Building.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Business Opportunities

"A REAL BARGAIN-Fur urnis1aed room house, in handsome brick residence, near Fairfield avenues 16 rooms, nicely furnisheds monthly income <16ss price only Se50. Shfprnan, zss Fairfield Ave R eff
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19
Pool and Billiards

YOU'LL MEET THE BOYS at our parlors. 21 pool. billiard tables. agement. 1o52 Broad. few doors south of postoffice- U4all"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

SWITCHES conbfngs. s1.oo. Old ones dyed and made like new. Best workmanship guaranteed. Send card or call at J. B. Adams, 1496 Iranistan Ave. near Maple. wood. U 30 all
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

Former iuVans Ads. One Cent a sEorn.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

WE GUARANTEE SATISFACTION on all of our plumbing. timing, steam or gas fitting. We give you prompt service and prices right. Charles G. Swords 896 Iranfstan Ave. U II all"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

BUY BABY CHICKs-America's best breeds, White wyandottes and Rhode Island Reds, largest Wyan- dotte hatchery in Connecticut. Prize winners and neavy layers. Sherwood Burr Fairfield
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

FOR sALE-New cottage, 20 sold,
 fine lot, $150 cash; SIS monthly.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-19

WANTI1D-A Stock salesman for c Connecticut corporation located in New Haven,s where the directors have decided to sell &25,OO0 of pre- ferred stock and whose ability as much can get him gteady poaitioM with bright future. Gall or address Room 504, Cutler Bldg. 113 Church St. New H8veus Conn.
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