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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
BIG PROFIT ON SMALL FARM.
Iowan with Forty Acres of Land
Gets $1,000 For Hogs Alone.

Webster City, Ia, Jan. 19.-For
years experts have been advocating
smaller farms in Iowa. Farmers
generally, however, have been skep-
teal, doubling that an eighty-acre
farm would net a sufficient income
for the average rural family and a
good interest on the investment. But
John Lachmiller, a farmer residing
south OF this city, has demonstrated
that, not only might it be done on
an eighty, but that forty acres is a
great plenty. He has just had his
annual farm sale and his hogs alone
brought $2,6S4.50.
Mr.. Lachmiller lives on a forty
acre farm. His chief product is
swine. He believes that the best
way to market corn is in the form
fof pork. The hog is Iowas leading
mortgage raiser. The hogs Mr..
Lachmiller sold this year were all
the product of but years work.
And there were but thirty-six of
them, too. But they brought an av-
erage of SAP head, making a total
of $2,6S4.50. Besides this sum, Mr..
Lachmiller has had his years living
and has raised few colts and few
cattle besides.
Farm sales in this part of Iowa
this year reveal some rather unuS-
ual prices. Early in the season prl-
ces were little off, but they have
rallied nicely. At the |. j. Warren
sale near Buckeye a Percheron mare
brought S4S5 and yearling colt sold
at $500. Spring calves are bringing
from $50 to $40 and cows from $65
to $40.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
Some Heavy Hogs.

Domrud & Olson, the stock buyers
bought 10 hogs from Thomas Knox
of Burr Oak the latter part of last
week that for weight beat all rec
ords. The 10 hogs weighed $500
fbe., an average of $50. One hog
weighed 900 lbs. 1t cost the buyers
$4,000 to get this bunch They
were Jersey full bloods from the
Geo. Whsle herd-Canton Reporter.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
The Income Tax.

Those who ought to pay the in
come tax, namely, those whose net
incomes are above $4,000, should not
make the lamentable error of failing
to send in a return because no blank
has been sent to them. Uncle Sam
is going to make things pretty worm
for all who ought to make return
and fail to do so. The least that is
likely to happen to them is 80 pei
cent increase in the amount of the
taY
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
Teachers Examinations.

The regular county examinations
be held in the county Superinten-
dents examination room Wednesday
Thursday and Friday of January the
2Sth, Goth and 30th.-Adv. 2-2
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
Five Dollar Dress Limit.

Waterloo, Ia, Jan. 19.-An agree
ment has been entered into by the
girls who will graduate from East
High, whereby they will wear mex
pensive gowns at graduation.
The maximum cost for material
and trimmings for dresses is to be
IS. The junior and senior girls also
agreed to wear gowns costing no
more than IS at the annual Junior
senior reception.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
Let Us Show You.

If you are sufferer of piles or
hemmorhoids in any form, come to
our store and let us show you Mer-
itol Pile Remedy. 1t is one of the
best preparations we have ever
handled and is sold on positive
guarantee. E. ]. Parman, Local
Agency.-Adv. Jan.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
1O2.Year.Old IOwan is Dead.

Mount Pleasant, Ia, Jan. 10
Isaac Cook, 102 years old and con-
sidered to be the oldest man in this
section of the state, died at his home
near Salem. Mr. Cook celebrated
his one hundred and second birthday
last October. He moved to this coun-
ty in 1855.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
sneffels, Col. A. ]. Walsh was bad.

Sneffels, Col. A. j. Walsh was bad
ly done up with rheumatism and
sent for Foley Kidney Pills which
was the only thing that would cure
him. Geo. Potter of Pontiac, Mo.
was down on his back with kidney
and bladder trouble and Foley Kid
ney Pills made MIN well and able to
work. 1t is a splendid medicine and
always helps. Just try 1t. Engbert-
son Pharmacy.--Adv. Jan.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
A Good Plaster.

MeritOl White Eminent is a splen
did application for Sore Throat.
Cold on the Lungs, Group and Pains
in the Chest. Saturate a piece of
flannel cloth with the Liniment and
use as a plaster. 1t is very penetrat-
ing, will not blister and Is very effec-
tive. E. ]. Parman, Exclusive
Agent. Adv. Jan.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21

There can no longer be any doubt
that John Armstrong Chaloner is
sane. He has announced that never
again will he live in New York.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21

The French war Office is training
eagles to attack possible enemies in
.aeroplanes. German aviators will
now take lessons in swatting eagles
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
Colds to he Taken Seriously.

Intelligent people realize that COM
mon colds should be treated prompt
ly. If there is sneezing and chilli
ness with hoarseness, tickling throat
and coughing, begin promptly the use
or Foley's Honey and Tar Compound.
IL Is effective, pleasant to take,
checks cold. and stops the cough
which causes loss OF sleep and low
ers the vital resistance. Enbertson
rharmacy.-Adv Jan.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21

Five-sixths of a jury may hereaf-
ter bring verdict in civil case in
Minnesota. The one reasonable jur-
or and the eleven obstinate ones can
no longer hang up decisions there.
1t Is worth trying in other states.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21

The Calcutta prisoner, who picked
the pockets of his police captors and
then left them on a moving train,
forgot something. He might have
taken the train and the policemen
too.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1914-01-21
Improve Court House in Allamakee

Waukon, Ia, Jan. 19.-The board
of supervisors of Allamakee county
has been considering plans for addi-
tions to the present court house. The
improvement will cost several thou
sand dollars.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
YACHT CLUB GIVES
 PRIZES IN CARNIVAL

The Salt Water KarnivaI which the Pequ onnock Yacht club conducted last week came to 3. close Saturday. It was a most enJoya.b1e affair and there was a large attendance on each night. The following presents were given: z Motor boat, Miss Lillian F9ugrnacher, 349 Bunne1I street; bed and spring, T. w. Cashin, GAS State street; one-haIf ton coal, J. Ramsey; corsets, Edwin Goodwin, Hough avenue; one-halfs bar rel flour, Edith Lyon, 414 East Main street; pin cushion. B. Butterfield, 30 Elias street; embroidered waist. Har- ry Mouncey, 70 California. street; gas plate and oven, Charles N. Griffin, Brooks street; willow rocker, J. Co., hen, 1478 Main stheet; carving set, Town Clerk Joseph Schultz; hand painted pillow. Mrs. John Welch. Mai den Lane; silk waist, Harry Bateman. 30S Pembroke street; fishing rod and reel. Frank B. Elliott, 65 Cedar street; i; apron, Mrs. Eugene Meyer, 326 Strat- ford avenue; thermos bottle James O'Neil, Cedar. street; pillow, Mrs. Lily Ashforth, Park street; hat, Nellie Mo- Mahon: bread knife. Ethel Pitt; apron Mrs George Mason; boat light, George Born; riding light. John Callahan, 11o Hast Main street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
U. s. REGULATION OF COTTON EXCHANGES IS
 ASSURED IN FUTURE

wa,shington, June 8o-F,edef regu1a- ton of cotton exchanges appears to be assured as a result of action taken yesterday by the House. That body passed the Lever bill which proposes to regulate cotton exchanges through the exencise of the taxing power
 The Senate. already has passed a like bill. The whole proposition is now thrown into a conference committee representing the two Houses. This means that in all probabilities a law on the subject shortly will be enacted. southern. leaders who have been con ducting an agitation against the cot ton exchanges for many wears.
 The bill passed by the House is aim ed at the so-ca1led cotton 'tfatures.'' The bill requires exchanges to accept government established standards III grade and Ievies a, tax of one per cent. sales. Contracts that do not comply with the government standards are each to be taxed $500. Advocates of the bill say this provision is prohibitive and will put an end to all such gam ibing.''
 Cotton exchanges are required to keep open accounts of all sales wheth- CT for actual delivery or in futures. These accounts are subject to examin- atfon by officials charged with the duty of collecting the taxes. Sales for de- , livery must be reported despite the fact that no tax is levied on them Severe penalties are imposed for vfo- 1atfons of the law. Any person who evades Or. fails to pay tax may, upon 1 conviction, be fined not less than $1O0 nor more than $20,O0O. In addition any natural person may be imprisoned for not less than 60 days nor more than three years in discretion of the court.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
,RtnI, MOOSE NOMINATIONS
 ARE PROVED NOT LEGAL

St. Paul. June oAC7ndidates of the Progressive party for state offices may have to go through the formahty of being named by petition, because they failed at AIfnnesota,s recent primary election to receive the number of votes required by law to place their names Ion the general election ballot.
 The state canvassing board had cer- tiffed the nominations, together with those of the other parties. before it's attention was called to the legal pro s5.ssfon last night. Secretary of State ' fssrs77Tr7afll- a. member of the board, said ns nroposed to let the nominations 2 szfslr1d leaving the matter open for any .z,teyr to take to court, if he desired
 qlhe progressive gubernatorial vote 5n Che primary June 16 last tetal1ed 1s74. compared with 33,455 in the 1912 primary.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
Tashua and Long Hill

Herbert Firth has purchased the lot adjoining the land Of Henry Blackrnan of Bridgeport. This is the meadow where so many ball games are held Tn Long Hill through the summer. Mrs. Matilda Gregory of, Tashua Hill has returned from a visit with her daugh- ters, Mrs Myron Patchen. New Mil ford, and Mrs. Harry Maurer- Steven son. Her granddaughter, Miss AL ma Maurer returned with her for 9. vfsit.-A1rs. John Kuechele is a great sufferer with rheumatism and confined to her bed. pr. Charles N. Gallup is the attending physicfa n.-NTr. Senger of Bridgeport, has rented, the late Mrs. Arthur Beers place and will take pos session next week.-Miss Annabel Randall sister of Charles Randall, of last week at her home, in honor of her approaching wedding Pc terson, who has been spending six weeks at the home Of Samuel Seeley, returned to Bridgeport, Sunday morn ing to the home of John Werner at Brooklawn.--Miss Mayme FinneIl of Bridgeport, was entertained over Sun day at the home of her friend, Miss Peter Iynch.-An enjoyable barn dance was held Sa turday evening at Albert Helmuih's Tashua- About 100 guests were present, coming from
 
 Easton, Long Hill and Tashua. Thos. 1inan of Stamford and Benjamin Tur- ney of Tashua, furnished music on violin and guitar Fine refreshments were served, such as sandwiches cake and Iernmonade Another dance place in two weeks time.-Th onas Honan Of Stamford, spent the week end in Long Hill with his father Michael Honan.-- Lorenzo Wildman has recently sold his milk route to James Bailey, who ran the route for him and lived at his home in Tashua- MT. Bailey now lives in Bridgeport, but takes the milk from Tashua pa trons.--Archibald Hayward MT. Whitney, Nicholas Robb Myron Teller, John French and Camp Cutter of Long Hill, were pleasantly entertained Fri Sherman. Monroe, where a pinoch1e party was held. A very enjoyable evening was spent at the game Special service was held at Christ Episcopal church, Tashua, Sunday af- ternoon at 2:15, when the Masons of Washington lodge, Monroe, attended in abody. The church was pretfily decorated. There was special music and excellent sermon preached to the Masons by Rev. L. Robert Shef- eld.-Herbert Firth has recently purchased a COW from Bridgeport par es.--Mrs. Robert Staines and son Robert and Mrs, Herbert Clarke of Bridgeport, were in town Friday, call- ling on friends and relat1ves-Miss M. Henrietta Dickinson has return ed to her home in Woodbridge after spending a week at the home of Mrs Abraham Wi1dnan. Mrs. John Wild man of Bethel is now visiting Mrs. Wildman.-Esra Hurd has severed his connection with Peter Gab1er and is now visiting at the home of Wilbur eardsIey.v-Hamiel Edwards of Shell ton spent Sunday at the home of John Mallette.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
RESIlNOL CURES
 A PIMPLY SKIN

Bridgeport Conn.,, June 1, 1914: s'r suffered with pinples on my face for about four years. which I thought I could never cure, as tried to heal them with -7--, - -, prescrip- tions, and many other things, but they only got thicker. They looked like small boils and were very sore-afteA a while scabs and scales formed on my face. They itched awfully. I tried Resinol Ointne ent and Resinol Soap; was relieved after a few applications, and IT have no more pimples on my face-ny skin is now clear. I was so glad, that I at last found a cure for my pimples, as my face looked a si ght.'' (Signed) Miss Bertha M. Turfay. 1161 Iranistan Ave.
 Prescribed by doctors for 19 years sold by all drugg1sts-Resinof Oint- ment, soc and $1, Resinol Soap, 25c. For trial free, write to Dept. 24-R, Resinol, Baltimore, Md.-.Adv.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
ARMED GUARDS CHASED OFF BY
 STATE POLICE

Pittsburgh, Pa, June sO-Dawn saw the state coristabulary in complete fcontro1 of the situation in the strike district of the Turtle Creek Valley ! Four troops cleared the bridge leading to the Westfng ghouse Electric and Ma.- chine factories of the deputy sheriffs that have held it for three weeks and all persons were allowed to pass with out question Streets were patrpIIed by mounted men and the people kept moving.
 A great crowd of strikers assembled af the plant entrances to see who would return to work and pickets were active. under the restrictions laid down fy Captain Adams when he visited the strike headquarters last night. One man overstepped the bounds and was promptly arrested by a trooper.
 Orders were given by the constabu : larry for the armed guards to remain kinstne works and in no wise to show ktherhse1ves on the streets with their guns The guards stationed at the Pennsylvania station to protect the railroad property. was reduced at day. break
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
NOTICE
Hearing De Establishment of a Grade
 On Sundry Streets.

Council of theN City of Bridgeport, held June Is, 1914, the following res o1ution was adopted:
 Resolved, That the Clerk be and hereby is directed to notify the per sons Tn interest to appear before the Common Council, Council Room, City Hall, City of Bridgeport, on the 9th day of July, 1914, at 8 o'clock in the evening to be heard in relation to the following petition for the. establish nent e a grade on the herein list of De petition of c. Barnum seeIey, ct aI., for the establishment of grades on the following streets:
 Andover street from Fairfield ave- nue to it's south heasterly terminus.
 Albion street, from Fairfield ave- nue to its southeasterly terminus.
 Astor street, from Fairfield avenue to it's southeasterly terminus.
 Auburn street, from Fairfield ave- nue to it's southeaster1y terminus.
 Cherry street, from Wordin ave- nue to Auburn street.
 De resolution by Alderman CaIla- han that a. grade be established on Anthony street from Bostwick ave nue to the creek.
 ]. ALEX. H. ROBINSON,
 City Clerk
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
STEPNEY

Miss Florence Hayes and MT. Staples of New Haven were recent visitors at the home of Mrs. Edson Hayes.
 Official notice has been given by Postmaster John T. Eastwood that the office will be closed on July 4 from II a. m. to p. m.
 Botsford Peck who recently pur- chased the Osborne place has sold his farm to New York parties.
 MT. and Mrs. William Smith and Miss Gracec Smith of Staten Island and Mrs Fred O'Hara of Providence have spent a few days as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ornae1 Morgan
 Announcement has been made of the marriage of Miss Mayla Botsford to MT. George Rasmussen which oc-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
"A CHARMING EXCURSION"

No resident of Bridgeport who is en- tertaining visitors should allow them to depart without giving them the pleasure of the daily matinee excur- sions to Port Jefferson on the steam CT Park City. Such a trip is always a source of delight to lovers of beau- tifu1 scenery. who enjoy a breath of sea. air. Although 1t is only a small place, and unknown to fame Port Jefferson possesses one of the loveliest harbors in the world and there are far travelled people who rank the en- trance to it with the Bay of Naples in point of natural beauty. Of course. the architectural accessories and the storled associations are lacking; but the stately conformation of the land is almost equally striking. The har- Dor is particularly attractive during the month of July. The level after noon light displays it's charming con- tours to perfection and the trip across the Sound is an ideal one. Those who have never taken it have an un- expected pleasure in store for them, and will be fully repaid for their bit of exploration. Special matinee ex- cursions are given every week day. leaving@the wharf at the foot of Fair field avenue at 1:30 o'cloclx-Adv.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
NOTICE
Hearing De Construction of Sewers in
 SundFy Streets.

SuqdPy Streets.
 At the meeting of the Common held June 15, 1914, the following res olution was adopted:
 Resolved, That the Clerk be and hereby is directed. to notify the per sons in interest to appear before the Common Council, Council Room, City Hall City of Bridgeport, on the 9th day of July, 1914, at o'clock in the evening to be heard in relation to the construction of sewers in the follow ing streets:
 Park avenue, from the present sewer at the corner of Eaton street to East Eaton street, about so feet. KnowIton street, from BerkshiTe bridge to and across Congress street Walnut street, from Atlantic to Gre gory street
 end of Monroe street, thence easterly through Hope street to land of Otto Max Rinck, thence across land of said Otto Max Rinck to Burr Creek
 Sewer running from Orange street at Central avenue about i,6o0 feet to Jefferson street.
 Private sewer in Mill Hill avenue, south of Grant street.
 Attest:
 City Clerk.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
NOTICE
Hearing De Construction of Perma-
 nent Pavement on SundTy Streets.

At the meeting of the Common Council of the City of Bridgeport, held June 15, 1914, the following res olution was adopted:
 Resolved. That the Clerk be and hereby is directed to notify the per sons in interest to appear before the Common Council, Council Room, City Hall, City of Bridgeport, on the 9th day of July, 1914, at o'clock in the evening to be heard in relation to the following petitions for the construe- ton of permanent pavement of sun dry streets:
 all, for the widening and paving of Noble avenue from Barnum avenue to Berkshire avenue.
 De petition of F. Rhodes ct a1., for the paving of Noble avenue its en- tire length.
 De permanent paving of Union Square.
 J. ALEX. H. ROBINSON.
 City Clerk.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
BRIDGEPORT SENDS $500
 FOR RELIEF OF SALEM

;. Ever ready to extend a. helping hand .fS d. sister municipality whom calam- fty bringing distress, Bridgeport will send $500 to the city of Salem, Mass, eo aid those made homeless by the terrible fire which recently devastated inc beautiful Witchtown. Following a recommendation in the message of Mayor wilson at the special meeting of the common council, that body last night voted the sum to be sent at once to Mayor John F. Hurley. The money
 sili bs taken from the unappropriated revenues.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30

Hammondsport. N, Y. June 27-- George E. A Hal1ett, who will accom- pany Lieutenant John C. Porte on the hydroaeroplane American in the at tempt to fly across the Atlantic ocean. has worked personally on the big fly ing craft He is an expert mechand- clan and has watched the tests of the two 100 horsepower engines. He is confident that they will fly to Eng land.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
FORMER STATE LAW
 4 MAKER DIES AT 79

Bethlehem. Conn, June So-Henry F. HiIl, former member of the gen eraf assembly, died at his home here today at the age of 79 years. He rep resented the town in the legislature in 1875 and was also for a number of years first selectman. He had s1arge farming interests here and was a breeder of Jersey catle. His wife, two sonS and two daughters survive.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
DRINKING BOOTHS ARE
 FORBIDDEN IN SALOONS

Chicago, June So-Prtvate drinking booths in restaurants and in back rooms of saloons were outlawed in Chicago today by an ordinance passed bv the city council. The new law. aimed primarily at the saloon back sraorn, prohibits curtained recesses, en- closures or. any booth with back more than three and one half feet high the height of ordinary chair, in any place where liquor is sold to women "
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30

cured at the home of the brides father, B. M. Botsford in Palestine. They will reside in Nichols where. the groom, is employed in caring for the reservoir of the Bridgeport Hydraulic Co.
 At the Ladies' Aid entertainment on last Wednesday evening pleasing program was presented by the Misses Carolyn Gar1ick and Carolyn Osborne. At the close of the program, Rev. Will liam Poten in behalf of the church people presented MT. and Mrs. Will liam c. Nichols with 9. handsome oak china closet. Mrs. Nichols who was recently married was also presented with a dozen silver knives and forks from the members of her Sunday school class.
 A meeting of the Baptist choir was held at the home of MT. and Mrs. Milon B. Ha;w1ey on Friday night.
 MT. and Mrs. Arthur Terril1 of Los Angeles, Gal, have been recent guests at the homes of Mrs Stephen French and MT. and Mrs. Charles Powell.
 Harry c. Morgan has just finish ed harvesting a large crop of strawoer- ries.
 Mr. Valentine of the Oregon Medi- cine Go. had the misfortune to burn his hand badly one night last week
 Mrs. Grace Buckingham of New Haven has been engaged as teacher TOT the cutters Farm SchOO1- K. +. Sherman who has taught there for several years will teach at Stepney Depot school which will be reopened, several pupils from Cutters and Bird sey Plain schools attending.
 Mrs Emily D. Leavenworth and Mrs. George C1ingan spent a day re- gently as the guest sof Mrs. Drew in Shelton.
 Miss Bertha Brodericks of Bridge port is the guest of Miss Bertha. Nich- o1s.
 Several from this vicinity are plan ming to attend the barn dance to be held at J. Arthur Sherwood's on Thursday evening. July 2d.
 Henry Petit is again working as blacksmith at c. L. SnaI1ey's shop.
 Mrs. Ella. Fellows of Danbury who is in poor health, is spending some time as the guest of Miss Josephine Briscoe.
 Alfred Edwards has had the interior Of the house he recently purchased newly painted and decorated.
 The 77th annual convaation of the
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-30
HRS. McAULTFFE
 INJURED BY FALL

Mrs. ID J. McAnliffe sustained g.
 fracture of her right knee cap Satur- day night while coming out of the studio theatre, on State street. She caught her heel on tho stairway and fs1 heavily, her knee striking the mo-
 Batc nDorang-a A6E. A1cAS11llfss spVdao was