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Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
MR.. SIBLEY RESIGNS.
JOHN MILLER ELECTED BY
COUNCIL TO FILL VACANCY.
Offices of Councilman and County
Attorney Liable to Conflict Is
Reason Given for Action.

Z On account of his duties as county
attorney, which appointment he but
recently accepted, j. S. Sibley on
Monday night rendered his resignation
as alderman from the third ward to
the council, and the same was ac-
cepted. Mr.. Sibley was not present
at the meeting, his resignation being
read by Recorder Gregory. The
council elected Mr.. John Miller to fill
tVle vacancy, the nomination being
made by Alderman Westover, who also
the third ward.
1t is intimated that the possibility
of conflict of the two officers if it
becomes necessary for the state board
Of health to commence suit against
the city Of Dallas to enforce its de-
mand that the city cease dumping its
into the Rickreall is RESPONSE
BILE for Mr. Sibley's resignation. He
is in Salem on business today, and
consequently is not available to The
Observers interviewer.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
NEWSLETS FROM FALLS
A DALLAS MAN FORECL0SES
MORTGAGES ON PROPERTY.
Stevens Residence Robbed While
Family Is Absent-Poultry
Ranch Sold.

w. H. Boals of Dallas has instituted
foreclosure proceedings against ii
Fugitt, G. Salisbury, D. R. Hall and
R. Van Den Bosch for satisfaction OF
mortgage on lot 2, block E, and lots
s, 8, 10 and part of lot l block M
Falls City. Falls City also has a
street improvement lien against all
this property except that part of lot
I, block M, amounting to $87.S5.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. B. Stevens re-
turned from Portland Thursday. Dur
ing their absence their house was
robbed of jewelry, an automatic gun
and other things. The robbers left
no sign to show how they gained en-
trance. Two bullet holes in the f1ool
seem to show that the robbers did not
understand automatic gun mechanism.
w. B. McKown is preparing to
build fine residence on his lot at
the southeast corner of Third and
Pine streets.
Falls City has a new Ordinance that
requires all dog owners to pay license
of 81 per year, each.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Chelefew OF
near Dallas, visited her aunt, Mrs.
LaDow, last Sunday.
Ellie & Ellie have begun the con-
struction of the Boy Scouts building
at Third and Mill streets.
A. ball will be given by the Wo-
men of Woodcraft in their hall at
Black Rock, June 6.
Mrs. Ruby Price has succeeded f.
J. Holmon in the postoffice at Black
Rock.
Geo. Hegler has sold his 6-acre
poultry ranch to Mr.. Joe Allen, of
Portland.
The Falls City school will close June
18th.
The Boy Scouts will make hike
to Newport, camping and fishing en-
route.-News.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

plies. Steer market particularly firm.
Best light, hay fed steers selling 81 to
$7.75, grain fed stuff brought $500
to 1925 and featured the session.
All butcher classes ruled firm.
Hogs-Market opened steady to
firm Monday, but eased off somewhat
by mid-week. The bulk Of best light
swine selling at the markets close at
1910
Sheep-Sheep house business vari-
able during the week, steady at times,
and again slow. Best Valley year
lings, ewes and spring lambs sold
firm for the first half, but closed a
shade weaker. The following range
of prices covers the market Friday
morning. Lambs $625; Valley year
lings $500; ewes 1925 to $3.50.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
Mr.. Ellis Sells Store.

A deal was consummated this morn
ing whereby Mr.. Carl HI. Manoch
comes into possession of the Ellis
drug store. Mr.. Ellis, who has been
resident of Dallas for many years,
will continue to make this place his
home, while travelling for Wildman
& Co. of Portland. Mr.. Manoch has
been with Mr.. Ellis for two years,
and has many friends here who wish
him the best of success in his new
venture.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
NOTICE.

All persons knowing themselves in
debted to me will please settle with
me in person, or they will find my
books at Mr.. Manoch IS drug store,
my former place of business. Thank
ing my patrons for past favors, and
bespeaking for my successor the same
cordial support l received from Polk
county people, l beg to remain very
respectfully,
M. ID. ELLIS.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

dairy stock, bought in Michigan, and
said to be the best lot of dairy cattle
in Oregon. The herd consists of
eighteen heifers and one registered
bull. The mother of this bull is said
to have a record of 909 pounds of
butter in a single year Cost of the
herd, including transportation
amounted to $500.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
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city some fourteen years ago. He is
now located on a small home-place
near Portland.
Mrs. L. f. Boscow of Portland and
Miss Estella Boscow of Hillsboro re-
turned to their respective homes on
Sunday last, after having spent a
few days pleasantly at the home of
Mr.. and Mrs. d. P. Patterson.
Mr.. Jimmie and John Glow Of Mon
mouth were in Dallas the first of the
week.
Mr.. Merle Meyer recently paid Sa-
lem a business visit.
Mr.. Dunn of Polk Station was in
Dallas on business the first of the
week.
Mrs. A. N. Tharp of Portland is
this week a guest of Mrs. Left Fin
seth.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
Ask for Free Tickets.

The opening day of the Chautau
qua having been set aside for pio
neers of Polk county, all persons hav.
ing resided here upwards of thirty
years are urged to make applications
to Mr.. Miles for free admission tick
cts for that day.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
Last Weeks Receints.

Receipts at Portland last week
were: Cattle, $40; calves, 101; hogs,
3408;; sheep, 4437.
Cattle-Cattle liquidation somewhat
lighter compared with a week ago,
with improved demand for beef sup
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
Steps on Nail.

D. J. Riley, the contractor, had the
misfortune to run nail deep into his
foot on Friday last. By prompt treat
ment and careful attention he was
able to return to his work this morn
ing.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
Graduation Gifts.

Largest line of Commencement
gifts in Polk county at Hayter's s
Book Store.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

FOR SALE-Vetchand oat hay. w.
B. Allen, Rickreall. Phone 81.
26-2t.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

Dated at Independence, Oregon,
May 25, 1914. JOHN ROBBINS.
24-2t.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC.-My
wife, Mrs. Josephine Robbins, hav-
ing left my bed and board without
just cause or provocation, the pub
lie is hereby warned against giving
her goods or wares of any kind or
character on my account.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

Tell story, and some nut will say
he heard it different from that.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02
SCHOOLBoY
WANTED

For steady, summer, part
time, easy work. Must be
bright, neatly dressed, and
under fourteen years of age.
Give references and mention
day and hour when parent will
come with boy for interview.
Good pay. Splendid training.
Write to Box SO Observer.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

FOR SALE-Property on southeast
corner of Uglow and Miller Ave
nues. Might trade. Barton 2.
Riggs. 17-tf.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

FOR SALE-Eight lots with four
room house, living water, out-build-
ings, garden and fruit, located in
Falls City. Will take team, har-
ness and wagon as part payment,
or will sell on easy term. Apply
to Van Orsdel &Madsen, Dallas.
23-3t.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

Graduation Gifts.
Largest line of Commencement
gifts in Polk county at Hayter's s
Book Store.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

WANTED-Dining room girl at New
Scott Hotel. 23-tf.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

FOR SALE-Few tons of loose cat
hay for sale. H. G. Campbell. 25-tf
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
| BULLETIN |


Neutrality-suspicious. waitress, ap-
ply at Hotel Gail. 24-tf.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-06-02

A few wards of Choice
Gill p.+ino Iof+ ~ SOW Table Lin
- ~ en- yard
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
POI. ICE ARREST
 MAN ON PHONY
 CHECK C0MPL AIN I

Suspected. by the police. of know ing something about a number of the .rhonys cheeks reported as having been cashed in the city lately. Hec1or Ta1nmoro, Ss years old, living at 76 vashin gton avenue and giving his occupation as a real estate dealer s being detained at police headquarteE-s for investi gation. He was taken into custody by Policeman Thomas F. Me- lone upon the complaint of Abe M. Katz, merchant at 1, S68 Main street. Katz believes that he is che man who Is alleged to have forged his name to a- check for SIS about IS days ago He says that the check was presented to Joseph Faidolf, proprietor of a saloon at 199 Middle street. with the request that it be cashed. Ase Tanrncro was being taken to police headquarters package Of papers either fell from a pocket or were thrown away. They contain a number of names that arc being looked up.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
SATURDAY. WEEKEND

If you are planning for a weekend exursion, sdo not overlook the matinee trips as given on the Steamer Park steamer leaves the wharf at 1:30 o'clock. The trip across the sound occupies one hour and one-half, and is a most invigorating and enjoyable sail where cool breezes blow. One hour and a half is allowed at Port Jefferson, which is ample time to view the old shipbuilding town The return trip is made leaving Port Jeff ferson at 4:30 p. rn.. arriving in Bridgeport at 6. Special low fares are made for these excursions. Chil- dren between and 12 years of age, half fare; those under no charge is made.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
UNCONVENTIONAL SUNDAY
 SCHOOLS HOLD PICNIC

About 15oo people attended the union picnic Of the North, South, Park street Kings Highway and Italian Congre- gational Sunday schools, of this city and Faith chapel of Fairfield. The picnic was held at Beardsley park. The schools left the different churches by special trolley cars, arriving at the park about Il clock
 During the afternoon the Wheeler & Wilson Band gave very delightful concert The Camp Fire Girls.'' un- der the leadership of Miss Ann So- phia Grumman, gave a demonstration of their work. The athletic events of the boys were in charge of a commit
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
GROWTH IN.
 BRIDGEPORT TAXES

According to a report of the clerk of the board of appraisal for William Corbin, state tax collector, a steady increase is shown in the value of the taxable property in this city. The report is for the year 1913.
 Value of land taxed is given as SC. 109s 22S: value of buildings and. land occupied by them. $s1.379. .625; total value of taxable real property. $ S7, ,- 4SSsS56; personal property taxable. $24,T07,856. The taxable property was increased four million dollars over 1912. When this years report is completed. a larger increase is ex- pected.
 The revenue derived by the city from other sources such as Mquor H. censes, building permits, rents, and other sources was $379s 342. 32. This shows a decrease of $S9, ,0S8.55 under the year 1912. It is the smallest amount ever derived from these sources by the city in the past ten years.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26

look-and make comfort much surer; though Sumner heat increases.
 A fine white crepe has collar and cuffs of organCy cut low at the neck and finished with belt of black mor silk the entire front decorated witt hadsos square white buttons which have black center,
 white linen has belt of fabric and is made that it has effect without of surplus bit of material Finished with organdy collar and cuf1e
 French linen has Russian tuH1ic in pleated e feet and contrast is given by wide belt of black enaeed leather,-$1O.
 soft fine crepe has Russian tic gathered in urioa fashion below it's wide white satin girdleA$1O
 Rich fine crepe is made with long t1nic shaped and gathered at hips It has black 1nore silk grdle lar and cuffs of organdy refined delightful dress $12.5O
 Dainty fine voile has peated Russian tunic with fine Tuff1ng around neck and sleeves above the slightly hounced edge of the skirt Unique and pretty el25o
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
HoWLAND DRY GOODS co.

tee of three, H. R. Tucker. H. w Hincks and E. M. Jaycox The Boy Scouts were represented by Troops No 3, g. Il, 12 and Is. The scout work consisted. of signalling. dressing race. hand wrestling, 1Sooster light and treasure hunt. The sack race, three legged race and potato races were i'm terestings and afford great deal of pleasure. Ribbons for first. second and third prizes were given for all the events. The judges were J. W. Moore. Milton Bassett, A D. Canheld, w. I. Allens Jr-, and Rev. H. D. Gallaudet.
 About 80 all the schools formed in a. procession and headed by the band marched around on the lawns. making d very pretty and inspiring sight
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
Leeds Demands Retraction
CContinued From First Pase.3
 cat1frlss Reply.

Below is MT. Catlins letter in answer To MT. Leeds request. It exposes the methods used in securing campaign contrfbutionSs p1tion matter. which clearly remem Der. are as follows:
 In the fall of 1912, was approach ed by MT. Robinson and urged to con- tribute. He was so persistent that. a11er consultation with MT. Macdon- Rld. then chairman of the board, who advised me to give nothing. decided 10 give them nothing
 In the fall of 1918. John T. King called me up on the telephone and very politely asked me to contribute, but to send check for whatever I felt like giving. Therefore. [ sent, un- der date of Oct sOth. 1913, a check for $15 In favor of William F. Seeley, treasurer. I received no acknowledge ment of this cheek for several weeks
 Finally. James Turner called at my ofl1ce with this check which he laid on my desk with the statement that the town committee would notstake 1t but want q hundred dollars from you.' replied plainly that they would not get it ms took this position with the un- derstanding that there should be no politics in 1t and that while I was there. T. should live up to that rule. Nr- Turner went out, leaving the cheek on my desk, suggesting that I think the matter over. I told him that would think 1t over, but could rec no possibility Of changing my optn- ion or my position in regard to polt- lies.
 Not long after this meeting Frank Ballard came into see me. stating that he simply wanted to ask if T. had been correctly quoted in stating that did not consider my position in politics. I replied that had been correctly quoted ana that stfn maintained that -ft4
 In the meantime. directly after the call of James Turner, reported the conversation above referred to Mr. Kirk, then chairman of the board. MT. Leeds and also to 1Gr. Macdonald, who had originally engaged me to take this position with a clear underst an ding between us that we would not stand for any po1ftfcs in this board ss long as sither of us were connected with st
 yvHn Not Re1rac6.
 when questioned tsday by a repre- sentative Of The Farmer City Clerk Rohinson declared that he would not made in the letter .'I will not repla- 6iafe any statement." sazd Mir Roi,in- son. land will stand back of any etafen1ent made"
 Mr. Leeds would not state whether slender suit would be instituted against MT. Robinsor. Flo said: '1she facts are an snsbcdied q my letter. That is all T have to say at present. ''
 ar. Catifn dec1ared that every state- ment in his letter to Mfr. Leeds could be rroveu t
 JanBs Turner who was named hy MT. Cat1in as the man who demanded Khe el00 contrtbution, could rot be Hean. At hts home and the Bridge puort club. Of which he is secre tary, it was said he Is out of town, and that the time of his return is unknowf.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
BICYCLE THIEVES
 BUSY IN BRIDGEPORT

An epidemic of bicycle theft5 have struck this part of the state and po- lice warning is given bicycle owners te watch their property. Detective Sergeant Fox located three machines stolen in New Haven in Bridgeport second hand stores yesterday 7 The following local complainrs we're re- ceived today Edward Pacz, 1s7 Call houn avenue, James szabo. sec Wor- din avenue. Joseph somogyf, TIT Co.,, luFnbia St., Harold Bronson, Ia Fifth street and william Pixley. s2s Con- nect1cut avenue. El
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
Pretty new white skirts m plenty.

Wanted in hurrrys and ready,--Vhife gEIT1s 61 e fective new styles
 EiqIe coat skirts, side clear to hen1, B2
 Rafaae skirts in Russian turlic square cut tie trimmed with large crochet buttons, $3
 Pique and ratine Russian tunic skirts, tunic rounded effect Trimmed with pearl buttons,-43
 Russian tunic skirts of pique with opening at side Novel and very attractive,- -$3 PiqIIe skirts with double short
 Fine Irish linen skirts witt Russian tunicB5.
 Ratne of special quality graceful Russian tnie m with handsome crochet buttons,-$5.
 Linen burlap, pure white made beautiful coarse weave coat skirt opening at side and finished with two pockets. Delightful sport skirt, $5s Second floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
DEAEENTED WOMAN IS
 COMMITTED TO ASYLUM

Mary McGfff of Madison T7eixhts. who was picked mp on the street d week ago acting strangely. has been pronounced mentally unbalanced by DrR C. J. Lseverty and D. B. vason and win be taken to the AFiddzetovtn asylum by Charities Investigator Nor rAs1sy Mary was committed to the County Home at Norwalk when young and but a short time later was taken 10 H3dddletown as mentally trrespo onsi- b1e- She haa been released but short t4mA
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
NBw OYSTER FARMS
 COMPANY IS FORMED.

Papers of incorporation. creating the Connecticut Oyster Farms Company, with Headquarters in Bridgeport, were filed in the town clerks office this morning The firm Is incorporated with a capital stock of $500, 900. The company will deal in seafoods, meats and vegetables. The incorporators are Percy O'Conner of Bridgeport; Charles E. Wheeler, and William H. Kaye Of Newton, Mass.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
TOO COLD FOR
 OPEN AIR MOVIES

The open-air moving picture ven- ture at State street and West asvenu e. Is today closed and the reason ascri2- ed is that the weather was too cold-i' The property belongs to Edward Spar go Of Spargo ana Winter. It was rented to a New York theatrical firm under the managexnent of El. Mcintyre for one month Two days ago MT. Sparso received notice from the lessees that they would shut down at least Temporarily.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
Thin wears for bigger boys.

Thin wears for bigger boys.
 Little chaps can't have all the wash wears; bigger boys are entitled to a share. That share is ready here.
 Trousers of linen and crash and white duck sizes 6 to 17,5Oc.
 Khaki trousers, special lot, worth soc, S9c.
 Light summer blouses, some with collars, sizes 6 to 16, soc and 75c.
 Thin cool summer shirts, with soft attached or separ- ate collars, white and good colors,a soc 75c and $1.
 Front basement Sample underwear for women.
 Yet time to buy sample knit underwear at large economy.
 There was a big lot; there is still good variety. Vests and union suits, mostly; a few pants.
 Soft cotton and fine lisle- and in all the summer styles. Worth 35c to $1,
 29c 45c 69c
 Left aisle, rear.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
Come on irls the " ater fine.

Bathing suits that correct for either swimming the beach or r just dip.
 Wonen's of cotton serge and mohair and fine satin, $1. 50 to $15.
 Mems of cotton and wool and Worsteds plain colors with touch of contrast,--85c to $3.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26

Weak End Outing club baseball team to meet at Morrfaseyss hotel. corner State and Hanccck at 8 D. na- tonight. Suits have arrived for the game to be played at the an nuaI outing on the twenty-etghth at Columbus park. aS
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
Drzs:D

JENNINGS New York City, Thursday June 25. 1914. Elmer s. Jennings, aged 43 years.
 Interment In Lakevtew cemetery, (BrtdGeport) on the arrival of the s-S9 train Sunday. June 2sth. Friends are invited to attend. as
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
SOCIAL DANCE
Tn He Eiren Rr

To Be Given By ST PATRICKsS Y. M. T. & B. At the Broolklasvn Pavilion on MONDAY EVENING, JUNE 29, 1914 MUSIC BY SPEIDEL. TICKETS - 25 cents q person
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
women 5 sllIg Iiale

stocking 29c.
 Lightness and good R pearance. and good wear rs all combined in these stoe ings.
 Nice silk 1isle, light weight but with double top and dou ble sole and high-splics heel.
 Regular 35c sort speci quantity, 29c
 Left aisle, rear
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26

or Mackenzie crash There's not an extra of weight in these suits Every possible whit of lining and padding is cut out They weigh almost nothing But they re fom a man who specializes feather
 wei ght clothes--arld they II keep their shape But they're from man who specializes in feather MacKenzie crash is loosely woven, cool because of this, light as a feather. Priestley Mohair is wiry and strong and it's been
 cravenetted so showers needn't worry it's wearer. Mighty cheap, both sorts Mackenzie crash, 2.5o and 815 Priestley 1nohair,--$15 $165O and $2O
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
sTsTER NfARY ANGE1.E

The funeral of Sister Mary Angele was held this morning from St Mary's s convent at 8:3O and from St. Mary,s R. c. church at g. where a solemn mass of requiem was celebrated by Rey. ThaTnts J. Mulcahy, deacon; Rev. Joseph H. Seiferrnan, sub- deacon: i: Rev. Jo ohm F. Murphy, master of cere- monies, and Rev. Joseph Joyce, D. D., of A1idd1etown- Rev.Edward V. Mur- phy of St. Augustine's and Rev. James H. Illusion of St. Charles were present in the sanctuary
 General F'rancisco Villa soon will have a s1.OO0 porcelain bath tub. A firm in Chicago got the order.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26

WHAT ARE YOUR EYES wOFgTET2 ? Could you hold your Job if they fail 2 You need the proper glasses to en- able you to see perfectly and com fOrtaib1y. Harry B. Lee. optornetrist. Warner Building. S3 FadrheId Ave
 Licensed by examination. B 7tt tf O
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
A Thermos for picnic or ride.

There's Thermos nov that will hold soup or ice cream or salad just as ef fciently as the other sort have held liquids and kep them hot or cold. It's called a food jar, has screw can holds from half pint to quart, ,-$2 to $3.50.
 Thermos jugs, quart size for coffee and such,
 Thermos decanters, foE any sort of drink, $5.
 Red Thernos bottles with nickeled top and bottom, $1 an $2.
 And a Thernnos dinner pail or box. Box of block tin and 8 pint Thermos bot tle,-$2.25.
 Left aisle, front
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26

TO RENT-Furnished or unfurnfsE- ed for the summer, week or month
 two family house, 1-2 miles from center. Address J. Fl. Keenan, 1 "a Harmony St a%
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26

The town of South Berwick, Me, celebrated the tooth anniversary of it's incorporation
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-06-26
BUY THIS

4 six room cottage and large lot at Devon, electric light and all city cOnveniences. Only S2,- $50. Small amount in cash re- ffszired. ! have several small places in Stratford at Bargain prices.
 ID. R. WHITNEY
 1925 Main Street.
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