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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
UNITED WORKMEN
 HONOR F. 5. MEIGS

Hartford, Oct. 15-Delegates from state lodges of the Ancient Order Of United Workmen attended the annual convention in this city today. These officers were elected:
 Grand master workman, A1phonse Collins, Hartford; grand foreman John B. Fahey, Rockville; grand oyer- seer, Felix S. Meigs, Bridgeport; grand recorder, George Stroh, East Hartford; grand receiver, James R. Sloan, Meriden; grand guide, R. E. Dickenson, North Haven; representa- ttves to grand lodge, Edward Farren and CHI Bishop, New Haven: Charles s. Brightman, Stonington.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
DIED.

IzAAEPSON-In Stratford, Conn, Oct 18th, 1914s George William Lamp son. aged S1 years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at his late residences 92z Stratford Ave, Stratford, on Satur- day. Oct. 17th. at 2:3O p. m.
 Waterbury papers please copy. Interment at UIfion cemetery GI1EN-In this city. oct 14th, 1914 James Glen. aged 28 years.s
 Notice of funeral hereafter. a G1lEN-In this city. Oct 14th, 1914 Jane Armstrong Dobie Glen. aged 2S years
 Notice of funeral hereafter al DIEF FENBACH-In this city. Oct l5ths 1914s Louis Edward Diefen- bach, aged 31 years, T months, 10 days:
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at his late residence, No. 7s Harrol avenue, on Saturday. Oct. IT at 2:30 D. m.
 Interment at Park cemetery.
 15 DOzIE-In this city. Oct 1s, 1914 Torrance ". Doyle.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the undertaking par lors of Cullinan & Mullins, Ssz Main street, on Friday, Oct. Is, al S:50 a. m. and from St. Augustine Interment at St. Augustine. cemetery. GA sHACKLETON--In this city, Oct. B 1914, George, son Of Ernest and Emma shaclxleton. aged IT years. Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of the parents. 353 Carroll avenue, on Fri day. Oct. Is, at 2.3o D. m.
 Interment at Lakeview cemetery
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
Y. w. C. A. Auxiliary
 Ends Convention
eHl 70 lsou se teIIqM g Ioy peuedo To Name Appraisers
 For New England Go.

Meriden, Oct. 15.-The reports of the treasurer and Of the various commit tees were among the chief items of business today at the closing session of the annual two days conference of the Woman's Auxiliaries of the Young Mems Christian Association of Cen necticut here. The cIlief speaker was Rev. John Wellington Hoag of New Haven who spoke on Hopes to Cher ish.''
 Preceding this address. there were discussions of various association works by A. w. Washburn, New Brit ain: pr. Donaldson, Fairfield; Archie Brown, New Haven. and A. L. Bill lings, Hartford.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
KNOCKED INTO RIVER
 BY BRIDGE OPENING

John hiklOa. 7s years old. 2s2 Hol- 7y street, had a narrow escape from drowning Iais morning under the Yei- low NH drawbr1dge, the opening of the draw knocking him into the water while he was working on the piles un- dexneath the structure. He was pull ed out by fellow workmen in an ex- hausted condition and suffering from a deep, laceratdon on the head.
 On account of his age and exhaus- ton from submersion he was taken to Bridgeport hospital His condition is not considered serious unless pneu- nnonia develops
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
New and pretty
 coats for babies.

A little collection of samples from who special izes in pretty coats for babies. Fine cashmere and other fabrics. Nicely lined and warmly inter-lined. Finished with scalloped decoration and with ebroid- cry
 And with the special attraction of being different be- cause samples. Worth s5 to s1o,s4.5o 85. .s6 and 87
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
To Name Appraisers
 For New England Go.

There vvfu be a hearing tomorrow h tho superior court on the appoint- ulent of appraisers for the New Eng hand Building Go. of this city, which recently went into the hands of a receiver. sThe court will also be ask ed to make the appointment Of Judge Frank L. wilder as receiver a per- nianent one This company owns con- siderable real estate in this city. Re- cetvef proceedings were brought by Annibale RUSSO, Isadore SiEkfn and SAaron Gofdfarb
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
OBITUARY
FREDERICK SLICK.

Death claimed Frederick Slick. one of the best z1nown woodworkers of the city and active in labor affairs, early this morning at his home, PAS Gregory street, following a. short illness. Sev- eral days ago, Mir. Slick was taken suddenly ill., MT. Sticks condition steadily grew worse, and this morning he quietly passed away. MT. Slick was born in Hagerstown, Md, fl years ago He removed to this city several years ago, and has since resided here. He is survived by a widow, Mrs. Elm ma R. Slick.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
Velvet hats of graceful style.

Shape and material both comHne to make the velvet hats of this season especially attractive to
 They fit jauntily. They have an air of seasonabe- And nearly every may with conf denee that it is becoming to her.
 touch of color, flower or fancy feather, gives the note of dstinctiveness that is so appreciated.
 All ready to put on, 3 great many shapes,-$5 and more.
 For wear as corsage decoration shoulder knot; many bright beautiful flowers Ones favorie color is in the gathering.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

For these crisp Autumn days:-Balmaeaan of medi-I weight that will keep you warm special price of
 $125O Made from English tweed in good gray or brown or heather mixture unique blackand-white combination. Has all the swing and cleyerness of this loosettng but good-hanging model.
 Is heavy enough to be warm not heavy enough to drag the shoulders.
 Cravenetted so that it will keep man dry too. Great value as you'll see in minute at &10 EOf Caps of English model and in fabrics and effects that will just match up the Balls told of above. Better made in every, than average caps. Have full lining, good sweat-band.
 Cut they set jauntiy, roomy without being baggy, full of good style,- 2Sc Some shoes worth $5 and $6 at bargain Lines we Ire going to close out because brok en-but styles that right in favor now Black calfskin, lace or button.
 Tan calfskin lace or button.
 Patent leather, lace button
 Men with narrow feet will find lot of style, wider stylesa are not so plenty but there's quite lot. The so shoes,- SAYS The s5 shoes $3.85 Who is going to tget in on the saving'?
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
NOT TO ANSWER BALDWIN.

New Britain. Conn, Oct 15-The committee appointed yesterday by the A. c. T. zfU. convention to frame a re- ply to Governor Baldwin's letter in which he declared himself against na- tion-wide prohibition, reported shortly before noon today that in their opin- ion the letter docs not call for refuta- ton or condemnation by this honorable body or~women at this time"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
MEXICO AWAITING
 ELECTION TODAY

Washington, Oct. 15.-Adjournrnent ent of the Mexican convention at Aguas Calientes last night without acting up- on the proposed resignation of Gen. eraI Carranza as first chief, pending the arrival of additional delegates representing zapatistas, was an- nounced today in official dispatches to the state department from Consular Agents Carothers and Conova- October 20 was tentatively agreed upon as the date for ceonvning the convention
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

Rome, Oct. 15-CardinaI Pietro Cas- ,parri has been selected by the pope to fill the position of secretary of state, made vacant by the death of Cardinal Ferrata- Cardinal GaSparTi was for years the pope's companion in the department of the secretary of state when Cardinal RampoIIa was papaI secretary After the death of Pope Leo Cardinal Gasparri was in- trusted by Pope Plus X. with the colossal understanding of codifying the cannon law, on which he has been working for about ten years. Cart1i- nal Gasparri was born just outside Rome in 1852 and was made a car61i- nal in 1907. At one time he was secre- iasticaI affairs, an office which is a subdivision Of the papal secretary ship.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
Attorney o'Hara Sues
 For Legal Services

Attorney William H. eO'EIaraL was a witness in the common pleas court this morning in a. suit he brought against William P. Jones and others of Stamford. He performed legal services for them in handling a trust fund and says there is $20o still due him. The defendants say they have already paid $s00 to the lawyer and claim they owe him nothing more Judge Scott reserved decision.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
CHARLES JAMES SUING
 GRACE JAMES FOR DIVORCE

Papers were filed today in the super for court in divorce proceedings brought by Charles R. James, a rail- road trainman, against Grace Squires James of this city. InfideIity is al- legged and Louis Kupper is named as co-respondent The couple were mar 1ied September 30, 1908. James now resides at s75 Maple street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
FOR SALE.

AS receiver of Burr and Knapp, I will sell at public auction at 10 a. m., SatuEfa October l 7th, 1914, at the Banking HouseF of Burr and Knapp, s23 Main street, ,006 shares of the capital stock of the City Title Guar antys Trust and Safe Deposit Com panys also the partitions now encIos- ing the office of said compa n.y.
 c. CHAMBERLAIN, e 16 D Receiver.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
Progressives Plan
 Big Street Rally

Prof. Willard C. Fisher of Middle town, Progressive candidate for gover- nor, will speak at an open air rally to be held here Saturday noon at Wall and Main streets He will make an- other address in the evening George F. Shepard, Progressive candidate for congressman, will speak to the busi- ness men of the city at the Progress- i've club next Monday night Invf- men.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
Maybe 1t is only a notion.

but "a big saving is to be nnadesby buying it now
 Every need for Autumn sewing and great quantity of personal available less than price
 From spool cotton to shears from tapes buttons from stc caps to dressshelds har-pns to corset laces;-such is the variety.
 sA1ansa front
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
Save over $1 on boys suit.

3anpeck' suits of right weight and right color for wear all Autumn and Winter. Perfect in tailoring Gas Sampeck suits always are) and of models that fit rightly. But at saving of dollar below any price they've previously bornejust because want to sell them quick.
 Handsome gray and brown woolen mixtures. Norfolk style and each suit with pairs trousers; sizes 6 to IT inclusive.
 Originally $50, lately ST, S5.85
 Originally 5000, lately ss $6.75. Style saving meet in these suits with durability
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
Seattle Asks for
 Voting Machine Data

The city clerk of Seattle. Wash. has written City Clerk Robinson regarding the use of voting machines in this city. Asst. City Clerk Braithwaite
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

More than 300 missionaries and law men are in Detroit to attend the 105th Board of Commissi oners of Foreign Missions.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
To brighten up

Ine nome.
 New floor and window fit tings that will lend touch of color or of contrast to the rooms one is making ready for Winters longer and pleasant evenings
 Seamless rugs of tapestry Brussels lowered or Oriental designs in red green blue or brown effects, sizes from 6 by feet to g by 12 feet,-$7.5A to Seneca velvet rugs, woven without a seam, handsome patterns and. taste full coIors, 8 173 by 10 1-2 feet,-$15. Special hall rugs. Axminster weave and handsome in pattern, 1-4 by g feet,@$4
 Couch covers of heavy rnouuette in silky finish and rich Oriental patterns. So solid they almost seem to be rugs. Tapestry couch covers, reversible. to s6. sA. Rich Irish-point curtains with a new border design accompanied by small detached figures s5 to SIP
 Lacet curtains of French cable net in excellent Arabian hue,-$3 to S15. Scrim curtains with hemstttched lace inserting and edge,-S1.6o to $5.
 Third floor. For an evening
 at cards.
 Vogue playing cards are especially good. Slip and shuffle easily. Have gold edges. Tango or automo- bile back 25c.
 Columbia whist cards. eir-cushion fnfsh,-25c.
 Fauntleroy playing cards,-15c
 Five Hundred cards, include the II and 12 spots.-35c.
 Near Fairfield avenue door.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
SPAIN RATIFIES
 OUR PEACE TREATY

Madrid. Oct 15. via Paris-The counsel of ministers has approved the ratifca tion of the treaty of arbitra-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

About 4,ooo members of the Umbrella Workers Union. s5 per cent. Of whom are girls, are preparing to strike Octo- Der IS.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
Special news for football clubs.

Every football club buy ing jerseys here gets more than a usual moneys worth.
 Here is how
 With a dozen or more jerseys Of football and 2 pennants to be fasten- ed to the goal-posts.
 With dozen or more striped jer- seys at s21-r-tlle same outfit.
 With dozen or more fine worsted jerseys at $2S per 1ozen-an officiaI football and two pennants.
 With a dozen or more-apecial heavy Jerseys at $s1 per dozen-the. same outfit.
 Jerseys will be marked with club letters; the two better sorts with m on- oeran or emblem mo extra charge.
 And wei fill orders in a week.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
S585
 $675
ROWLAND DRY GOODS GO.

has replied to the leEtsF telling Che kind of machines used. and why the use of machines is considered superior to the old method of voting with paper ballots.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

Berlin, Oct. 15.-Dr BetFmenn Won HolIyVeg accompanied by his suite. arr rived in Bs-usseIs at noon on Wednes- day, Oct. A.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

Diaaa, the only gorilla in captivity has had a springboard and new swing installed in her cage at the Bronx
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
LIVE SHOCK MARKET.

New York, oct. Common to very choice steers sold at $6.25 O $9,75 per 100 lbs. bulls at $4.5e O ST; l extra fat bull at $7.35: cows at $8 O $5.75: a few very choice at $6. Dress ed beef 12c O 15c per ID. for city na- tive sides. Common to choice yeals sold at s8s5o@S12. 50 per 100 lbs: culls at $s@$8s grassers at $5 O $5.50; yearlings at s4.5o@ @ $5.50; few ex- ceeded quotatlons. Dressed calves at 14e 18k for city dressed veals; 12c O Izc for country dressed. Common to prime sheep sold at s3@$5 per 100 lbs. medium to prime lambs at $7.25 0 sS: ca1IIs at S @ss. Dressed mutt ton 8c@ 11cs dressed lambs at 12c@ 14cs a few hog dressed at slightly higher figures. Prices for hogs were lower at s8.4o@ $8.50 per 100 lbs.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

General Maclovio Herrera. has revolt d against General Villa and is rnobiI- ziE1g his followers at Mesa sandia, Du- rango State.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

elle.szzzl Mrs Elizabeth Croker, wzfessof fties e JrolssE vides her estate Of $20, 000 equally among her four children Two churches each re- eefve 800
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
More good news

M4OTe gOOQ news for readers.
 Whose likes a good story, and likes to buy it at small cost, will welcome these new additions to the Rowland list of books at 50 cents. valiants of virginia, Rives. Herb of Grace.-Carey.
 The Heather Moon. Williamsons. Mountain Gir1,-zrskine.
 Havoc,-Oppenhei The Moth,-Orcutt
 Miss Philura's Wedding Gown. Kingsley.
 The TurnstiIe. Mason
 From the Car hind.-Ingraharn Good stories, in good att tractive form, 5Oc
 Near Fairfield avenue door.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
~ W.H.... ,ss...s s t' sS2. 65l

The store must change it's stocks. New styles of shoes simply must be here in plenty; though they diff but slightly from former styles former styles must be cleared up-even at loss.
 Here goes to get rid of number of styles that clever and attractive but that not complete in range of szes:-
 Black Russia button and lace
 Tan Russia button and lace ~ Cloth top gunmetal button NSok H1 Patent leather button with cloth top eSN /s #haA Excellent plain toe with cloth top YA@VS
 These shoes the stores regular $3 $35O and $4 sorts They are goodoong good-ftting good wearing.
 Easy to see how much of saving they offer. floor
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15
HOWLAND'S

Avenue,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-10-15

Headed by President Joseph H. 'Wihitcomb, a committee composed of Joseph H. Whitconb, Charles H. Da- wis, F. D. Bell Frank W. Bolande, R. T. Rock, Robert E. Hurley, M w. Manwaring, H. H. Nettleton, Albert D. Lavery, Charles L. Gaylord, sam ueI E. Vincent and Paul L. Miller, rep- resent the Bridgeport Businessmen s Association at the state convention in W7Katerbury
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Second floor.
The Sentinel=record., 1914-08-08
FIRING OFF The
AMERICAN COAST
STEAMER REPORTS HEAVY CAN.
NONADlNG But MAY HAVE
BEEN TARGET PRACTICE.

New York, Aug. Heavy firing Of
great volume and at short intervals
lasting more than an hour was heard
at o'clock this morning 60 miles
southeast OF Scotland lightship by OF
ficers and crew Of the steamer Scot
tisa Prince which reached here this
afternoon from Trinidad
The captain and crew of the Scot,
fish Prince were the more surprised
at the sound of firing because they
had no knowledge that a war inyoly
ing most of the European powers had
broken out
Captain Naylor, under close ques-
tioning by newspaper men added lit
tie to his earlier statement There
We're two periods of cannouading, he
said. the first lasting half an hour
Then after an interval of half an
hour came firing again which lasted
fifteen minutes.
The vessel brought cargo of coffee
from Brazil.
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England's Store Of Gold.

London, Aug. 7, pm.-Before the
adjournment of the house of commons
tonight David Lloyd George, chance-
Tor of the eXchequer, announced that
reports received from points through
out the country showed that with the
opening Of the banks the financial 20
sition was perfectly satisfactory.
The Bank of England, he said, had
received on foreign accounts 5000
coo pounds in gold; that there was no
sign of gold being boarded and that
trade was regaining It's normal condi-
ton.
The Bank of England, Mr.. Lloyd
George continued, felt that it could
reduce its rate of discount to 5 per
cent Saturday. Some banks had re-
eeiyed more than they had paid out.
At a meeting OF the silver brokers
here today it was stated that the gov
eminent had taken over al available
silver supplies for current purposes.
The Sentinel=record., 1914-08-08

Governor General of Canada, the
king of England, Sir Edward Grey,
foreign minister of Great Brltton.
Cardinals Gibbons and OConneH. and
former Presidents Taft and Roosevelt
were among many prominent men VINO
sent condolences. Messages also were
received from the governors of all
states, from nearly all members OF
the senate and house, the justices of
the supreme court, American diplo-
mats abroad, government officials and
ambassadors and ministers of for
eign nations stationed in the United
States.
Crepe huns on the main entrance
to the white house and gates were
closed to all except friends and reia.
tiyes and those with official bust
ness. Flags on the white house,
the capitol all government buildings,
hotels and business houses and many
private homes were lowered and will
be kept half masted until after the
funeral.
Mr.. Wilson spent Almost the entire
day with his family.
For a short time he was at the OK
ecutiye office, discussing the Euro.
pean war with Secretary Bryan ane
signing important papers. Dr. Gray
son said his physical condition re-
NAMED good.
AT the presidents personal request
congress and government depart
ments continued work as usual.
Speaker Clark appointed on the
committee to attend the funeral the
member from each state who has
served longest in the house, and Rep
resentative Lee, who represents the
Rome district. The list includes:
Campbell, Kansas; Floyd, Arkan
sas. and Carter. oklahoma.
The senate committee will be nam
ed tomorrow.
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OBSEoUIES WILL BE HELD AT
WASHINGTON AT 2 p. M. IN
WHITE HOUSE.
BURIAL AT ROME, GEORGIA
At Request of President Congress Re
sumed Business In Order to Facii-
tate Pressing Measures of Neutral
ity in War.

Washington, Aug. Funeral ser
vices for Mrs. Woodrow Wilson, wife
Of the president, will be held Monday
afternoon at O'Clock, at the white
house in the historic east room, where
a few months ago she Witnessed the
marriage of her daughter Jessie, to
Francis b. Sayre Buriai will be
Tuesday afternoon in Myrtle Hn
cemetery, Rome, Ga, where Mrs. VIII
son spent her girlhood days. and
where her mother and father are
buried.
Many kilograms were received at
the white house today from girlhood
friends of Mrs, Wilson expressing
their sympathy and hoping that she
might be brought back home"
The services at the white house
viii be private, but win be attended
by members of the cabinet, few
relatives and intimate friends and by
committees from the senate and the
house. The Rev Sylvester Beach OF
Princeton, n. j., who married Mrs.
Sayre and Mrs. w G. McAdoo in the
W hite house, probably will officiate
and it is possible that the Rev. Jas.
II. Taylor, pastor of the Central.
Presbyterian church of Washington,
will assist.
No formal selection was made 10.
day of the honorary pail beare4s. but
it practically was decided that they
VIII include members Of the cabinet
The cabinet, as a body, probably viii
not so to Rome. but most OF the indi-
yidual members are expected to so
with the president,
The trip south win be made on a
special train leaving Washington at
4 SO Monday afternoon and TO arrive
at o'clock Tuesday afternoon The
tina4 rites viii be held soon after
ward.
All preparations for the funeral
were made today and formally an.
nouneed, but they are subject 10
change in case Professor Stockton
Arson, Mrs. Wilson's brother, who
has been in Oregon, does not arrive
in time Monday. lie is expected here
Monday morning. Today Mrs. wi
sons body was left in the southwest
room in which she died yesterday
| The president visited the room sey-
| eral times. Only members of tho
family and the most intimate friends
were admitted
Flowers and messages Of sympathy
from all parts OF the country arrived
at the white house today. Thousands
of kilograms and letters came from
| people in all walks OF life.
The president Of France. the presi.
| dent of Cuba, the duke of Connaught,
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Germans Official Report.

Berlin, Aug. via London-The
official German account of the siege
of Liege says:
ION Wednesday the German adj
vance guard penetrated aiong the en-
tire Belgian frontier. A small de-
tachment tried a coup de main with
great boldness at d.ieee. Some Of
the cavalry entered Liege with the
intention of Selling the commander
of the forces who only saved himself
by flight.
An attempt on the fortress itself,
the fertilization of which are mod
ern, was unsuccessful Troops are
before the fortress in contact with
the enemy.
"A hostile foreign press will char
acterize the enterprise, which can
not in the slightest influence the lar
ger operations, as a defeat. It. how
ever is but a unique act of herolsm
in the history of war and a sign OF
heroic galantry the part OF the
troops
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Brussels Fears Epidemic.

Brussels, Aug r. Via Paris, Aug.
z. 4:05 Many citizens of Liege
have left the city. fearing an cpl
demie more than the bombardment.
German prisoners, whom CORE.
spondent questioned, acknowledged
freely the courage and tenacity of
Belgian troops opposing the German
advance. The prisoners We're treat.
ed with consideration and on the way
to Brussels were supplied at the sta
tons with beer and bread.
Excitement in Brussels since the
arrival Of the wounded has increased.
if such is possible Events before
i.iege are considered merely as the
raising of the curtain, and it is be-
lieyed Belgium once more may be
the country where the destinies If
Europe VIII be decided.