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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
MEMORIES OF EMMA GILL CASE
 REVIVED BY NEW MYSTERY OF
 NOMAN'S DlShIEMBERED CORPSE

gin when Marion Perkins rushed in and stopped the proceedings, threw her arms about her fathers neck and begged for forgiveness for having run away with a lover. To her father, it was like a resurrection of his daugh- ter from tho dead
 The case attracted attention throughout the country, especially in view of the fact that what was be- lieved to be positive Identification Of the remains as those of Marion Per kins, had been made. A dentist identified the filings in the teeth of the dead woman as one he had put in Marion Perkins molars
 It was learned that Emma Gil was missing Her lover was traced and arrested. This was the first step that led to the Knowledge that an il- legal operation had been performed on the girl and when she died from it's effects. the body was dfsmember- ed, loaded into a wagon and carted to the pond.
 Dr., Nancy Guilbert. a medical practitioner. was traced to London and arrested for the crime. She was sentenced to Wethersfie1d for 10 years on the charge of nans1aughter Harry Guilford and Rose Drayton ar rested as accomp1ices, were released, after all three had. been first charged with murder in the second degree.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
DISMEA1BERED CORPSE OF WOMAN
 UNEARTHED ON SHORE OF YELLOW
 MILL POND; MURDER SAY POLICE

point and section of the body re- moved there late at night and bur fed. Whether the other sections will be found is a matter of speculation
 Anyone could have driven to nearby spot on Seaview avenue and carried the bundle to it's resting place without fear of discovery. It also could have been brought up the wa ter-way in a row-boat or on any of the numerous barges coming from New York or Philadelphia, and car rfed along the shore at night and thence into the bushes where little chance of being discovered would be taken by those engaged in the work. of burial.
 superintendent Birmingham, who at once apprised himself of all the available details of the case, said that there was no doubt in his mind that a crime had been committed.
 Its singularly like the Emma Gill case. said the head of the depart ment. There's a strong possibility that when the facts are learned, it will be found that the same motives actuated the acknowledgement of this body as in the case of the unfortunate Gill girl
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
FRENCH

Paris, May 24-The French war off. fee this afternoon gave out a report on the progress of the hostIlities read ing as follows:
 At several points between Steen- straete and Ypres the enemy yester- day delivered attacks after having made preliminary use of asphyxfa ting gases. These attacks were repuIsed-
 Tn the region to the north of Arras the fighting continued all night long. We took 120 prisoners at a point to the north of the village of NeuviIle St. Vast. The enemy delivered several counter attacks but they were checked by our artillery. The artillery engage ments are being continued with inten- sity.
 Further reports received describe strikingly the extent of the check ad- nainistered to the Germans in this re- zion during the evening of May 23 and the night of May 22-23. In spite of the numerous achievements brought for ward with all speed, and the vigor of the fresh attacks, repeated two or three times, the enemy failed in every one of his efforts and suffered consid- erable Iosses.''
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
Pussy Willow is finest taffeta

Nothing of harshness or rustic. about Pussy Willow taffeta. Instead, the softness and richness of the silks of long long ago.
 Pussy Willow has wonderful strength combined with marvellous Iightness It has beautiful 1uster It's shadts of color are delicate and true and delightful.
 There is no taffeta we know with quite the same combination of soft weave and fine finish and sterling goodness.
 Among liked colors now ready are putty, navy, light gray, Belgian blue. rose, flesh. yellow, wisteria, Russian green, ivory, and black.
 40 inches wide-s2 a yard.
 Center aisle, rear.
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tention of some of the. .laborers.
 Fireman Stephen Wilson, living in Fairfield, also was of the opinion that the body was probably buried where it had been found, but that parts might yet be uncovered by further operations of the horse-drawn scoop. These operations will be conducted under the supervision of detectives
 Harry B. Husted, secretary and manager of the City Ice and Coal Co.,, on whose property the gruesome find was made to-day said that the section to the south of his yards had long been a source of annoyance to the company. In the dense undergrowth vagrants were wont to sleep and car " on orgies of all descriptions These reached a point last summer when he was compelled to call the a&een- tion Of the police to the matter and several raids were made.
 It is not thought from the nature of the wrappings found on the body to- day that any woman could. have been entieed to thes spot and there m1r- dered It is rather the opinion of those examining the body that 9 mur- der was committed in some distant
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

The mystery disclosed; this morn ing bears a remarkable similarity to the Emma Gill case. which: startled the country IT years ago. and which was one of the most seRsational in the history of Ccnnectieut.
 Two boys found a package con tainizg the head of a girl floating in Yellow NH Pond, in the neighbor- hood Of tha City Ice & Coal Go. The head was wrapped in rubber band age and encased in cloth tied with twine. Examination showed that the person had been dead only about "A hours
 Detectives found pieces of the tor 50 the next day, floating near the Y Yel1ovv MIL bridge. and wrapped in fthe3 same manner. On the wrap pings was found G-51.' laundry mark that led to identification
 Tn response to inquiries and photo graphs sent to all parts of the coun- try, many persons came to Bridge port to try to identity the remains. After many had viewed the body, a man named Perkins, living in Marl- boro, Mass. looked at the pieces, bowsd his head In grief and sfgnified that it was his daughter who had disappeared from home
 Funeral arrangements were made and the services were about to ber
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
All>can play and
 -t enjoy croduet.

From head of family to littlest member that toddles, croquet is fun.
 Don't have to be an expert to enjoy it-but one can be- come expert in remarkably short time.
 Fine sets with s-fnch ma1lets, 8 balls of rock maple, square-top vic keta-$4.
 Similar sets of sugar maple with polished rnallets fitted with profes- siona1 style hand1es-$3.
 Good 8-bal1 Sets, malIets with 6 inch head, wicl1ets with sockets s-$2. And good looking sets. painted vanished and complete in wooden box-$1 and $1.50.
 Experts sets, 4 balls and mallets special finish and weight-$3.5o to $5
 Front Easement
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
Summary
 OF THE War News

The first blow was struck to- day in the war between Italy and Austria-Hungary Austrian aero planes attacked the Italian arsen- als at Venice and also visited several other Italian cities, pass ing along the eastern coast. Ac- cording to Rome reports, they were driven off.
 With the exception of clashes between frontier patrols, no other fighting has yet been reported. Italy's declaration of war took took effect today but an unusually rigid censorship established by royal decree restricts the trans mission of Information concern ing military movements.
 A message coming from Ger many by roundabout way states that the semi-of1cial Wolff Agency has announced that Ger many has declared war on Italy. Both Austria and Italy have large armies along the frontier and it is assumed the campaign will open up in this mountainous. re- zion. Italy also is said to have assembled an army on the southeastern coast of the coun- try, across the Adriatic from Albania.
 Official announcement is made at Petrograd that the Austro- German forces, after sweeping across the western half of Ga licia, have been checked. They are now said to have assumed the defensive, their efforts to compel a general retreat. of the Rus sians from the San having failed.
 Constantinop1e advices say the French and British have landed 3O.O0O more men at the Darda- nelles in addition to 60,O0O de- parked originally.
 The Turkish government an- nounces the loss of an old gum boat sunk by a submarine.
 The military situation in France and Belgium is unchang- ed Reports from Holland and France, which lack official con frmation, say the Germans in tend to fall back on their. second line for the purpose of shortening their front and releasing troops for service against Italy
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
Takes Turkish Bath;
 Loses $1OO of Roll

reported robbery of a guest at the Atlas Turkish baths early Sunday morning is being investigated today by the police. It is asserted by the victim, who made a detailed report at police headquarters, that he went into the baths late Saturday night and left a roll of money in one of the lockers, which he says contained nearly $540- When he came to get the money he found that the roll was minus one $1oO bill.
 A night clerk in the hotel was close ly questioned this morning and he admitted to the police that he had been asleep for nearly an hour dur ing the period that he was on watch
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
Co1ored umbrella for rain or shine.

Double duty is cheerfully done by the colored unn- brella.
 It's equally at home as parasol or umbrella; turns the suns rays or the drops of rain with equal facility. Gloria, tasteful plain or trimmed handle,-$2 and s2.50.
 Silk, rich changeabIe co1ors too. handsome handle,-s3 to $5.
 Cutest little umbrellas for children are regulation black, have handles that are 1aughable-5oc to $1.
 Near elevators.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
TRAP ROCK BIDS OPENED

Bids were opened today in the of flee of the Board of Contract and Supply on about $35,000 worth of broken stone and trap rock which will be used by the city for maca- dam repairs during the coming sea- son. Bids were asked on 9,750 tons of 1 1-2 inch trap rock; 4,OOO tons of half inch: 1000 tons of 1 inch. and 75O tons of 3-4 inch; and 4,OOO tons of screenings.
 The bidders were: Iron Ledge Quar- ry Co.,, of Bridgeport; Connecticut Quarries Go. of New Haven; York Hill Trap Rock Quarrfes, Meriden and Haverstraw Stone Co.,, IT Bat tery Place, New York.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
Official
 VIEWS OF w ar
GERMAN

statement was issued today at the war office:
 ssWesctern theatre of war: several advances by night and day by the British, between Nueve ChapelIe and Givenchy, and French attacks on the slope of the Iorette Hills, at AbIain and north and south of Nuevi4e, were repuIsed with heavy losses to the en- emy, who lost 150 prisoners.
 Between the Mouse and the MoseIle artillery battles continue. In the for est of Le Pretre the French suffered losses
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

Frame has steel bottom and gal vanized webbing above flexible but sturdy springs. Canvas ends have magazine pockets and a, steel stretch CT across top of each makes it easy to hang the hammock evenly. comfort, is of denim with filling of good wool fiber Iris good size: the hammock measures 72 inches in length by 28 in width,
 Complete with chains for hanging -s5.
 Finer Iannmocks, a number of sorts with adjustable head-rest-mat- tress filled with fine cotton and COW cred with firm canvas--$7.5o to s12.50.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
Orange Pekoe tea is unusual-priced.

A special Shipment of Orange Pekoe tea has just come from Ceylon by way of the Panama Canal and is to sell in quantity of not more than six pounds at-3 lbs for $1.
 It is the fine-flavored tea that us- uaIIy sells here at 45 cents a pound. Actually, it is worth more even than that today. War has sent tea prices up too. '
 Delicious tea for serving summer afternoons iced!
 Front basement
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

Convenient stands from which to swing hammock, either on veranda or lawn, are wood or iron. Strong, not over-heavy, easily moved when one wishes to get out of the sun $3.5o. l
 Woven hammocks of regulation type for folks who still prefer them with their splendid adaptabi1ity to any position one desires to assume. Of tapestry weave, extra large, with valance and adjustable head-rest- $3 to $5.
 Hammoeks of khaki in regulation style, great for hard usage especially by the children during vacation $1.5o.
 iCanvas-weave hammocks of good color and tasteful pattern-$1 to $2.50.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
MARY A. JEWEyrr.

Mary A., widow of Justus R. Jewett died this morning at her late hont, 55 Park street. Mrs. Jewett, who was 67 years of age, had resided in this city for number of years, and was we'll known here. Two sons, George and Charles, both of this city survive her.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
MARY E. FAHY.

The funeral of Mary E. Fahey waA held from the residence of her moth CT, Mrs. Catherine Fahy, 261 Iexing- ton avenue at 9:3O this morning and from St. Augustines churcth at g o'clock where the Rev. J. B. Nihill sang the high mass of requiem. The music of the mass was sung by Mrs. F. J. Kelly, Miss Aurelia Berger, and IT. T. Brisebois At the. offertory, 'Domine Jesu' was sung and after the mass, Miss Berger sang t'Beauti- full Land on High.'' There were many beautiful flowers and a large at tendance of relatives and friends. The nall bearers were Albert Resley, Mich aeI Brennan, William Sullivan, Thom- as Kenney. Bernard Seery and Ste phen O'Brien. Interment was in St. MichaePs cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
FATHER ANASTAsIA ELOQUENT DOMINICAN,
 DIES IN NEW JERSEY

Rev. Father Anastasia salvatOri. one of the Dominican priests who con ducted a mission last fall at St AU- gustine's church, died last week in South Orange, NJ J. Death was due to heart trouble followed by a short illness.
 Father Anastasia, as he was gener- ally known, was a native of Malta He had been. most successful in his mission work among the Ibahan set~ clements of New York. He was an eloquent preacher At all the naasseg in St Augustine's church yesterday there were prayers for the repose of his soul.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
SON SHOOTS FATHER
 DURING FAMILY ROW

South Norwa1k, May 24.-Frank Katone. who was shot three times by his son during a family row last night, was reported to be dying at the Norwalk hospital today. The 19 year old boy, Louis, was brought into court this morning, but Judge Keogh ordered a continuation until Wednes- day to await the outcome of the fla ther's injuries. The boy is held with out bonds and is in the city jail.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
GEoRGE w. SHERMAN

The. funeral of George w. Sherman was held at two o'clock this afternoon from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Carl F'rauenberger, of 429 Fairview avenue, Rev. James A. Gardner, pastor of the First Advent church oh1ciated. Interment was in the Sherman family plot in Long Hill ceTnefeI-v
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
WOMAN DRINKS POISON.

Groton, May 24.-Mrs. Henrietta Fitch, widow Of Marshall Fitch, com rnitted suicide at the home of G. R. Hampstead, former district deputy for Connecticut of Improved Order of Heptasophs. by drinking poison. Mrs Fitch was A years old
 The act was committed while suffer ing from despondency. Four brothers survive.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
NORA FERRIS IN CHARGE.
 OF CHARITIES OFFICIALS

A woman giving the name of Nora Ferris who said that she lived at 54 Fairview avenue, was picked up in a dazed condition on Island Brook ave nue this morning, while she was gathering stones and metal and lead ing horses by brides. She was turn ed over to the charities department as her mental condition is not good
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
JOSEPH H. WHITE

The body of Joseph H. White. Of P1ainfield. N. J.. and former secre- 'tary and treasurer of the White Man ufacturing Co.,, of this city, arrived here on the 12.18 train this noon and was taken to Mountain Grove ceme- tery where the comittaI service was read by Rev. John R. Brown, pastor of the First Baptist church
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
OBITUARY
JENNY DEFoREsT
Near elevators.

J Death came last night to Jenny, widow of Charles H. DeForest at the home of her son. F. S. DeForest, 285 State street. Mrs. DeForest was 62 years of age and was well liked and respected by all who knew her.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
Get furs in where it s coIdl

Now, every day that -furs. stay out is dangerous. The cold clear air of ideal! storage plant is best for them from now till chill breezes blow next Autumn. Sure service at fair price here It includes thorough cleaning storing in individual container. insur- ance against fire or other loss.
 And charge is small percentage of value you give.
 Second floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
JAMES F. HEALY

The funeral of James F. Healy was largely attended from his late resi- dence, 1038 Pembroke street at S.30 this morning and from St. Charles church at o'clock, where the mass of requiem was sung by the Rev.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
MARY KoPsCo.

The funeral of Mary, widow of John Kopsco, was held from her late residence, 362 Pine street, at 8:3O this morning and from St. Stephen's church at o'clock, where a mass of requiem was sung by Rev. Stephen Chernitzky. Burial took place this af- ternoon
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
MAW E. EDWARps.

The funeral of Mary B. Edwards was held from the undertaking par Iors of CuIIinan & Mullins at S:3o this morning and from St. Mary's church at 9 o'clock, where the Rev. John Conway sang the mass of re- quiem Interment was in St. Mich aePs cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
FRANCIS WELDON HAYES.

The funeral of Francis Weldon, in liant son of Benedict J. and Rose A. Weldon, was held from the home of his parents on Quarry avenue this af- ternoon. The funeral was private 1ntermen ent was in Mountain Grove cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
ROWLAND DRY GOODS CO.

Thomas GIoster At the ofrertory Miss Jessie Murray sang t"ven1 Jesu,'' and after the mass, +HThy Will Be Done.'' There were many beautiful floral. tributes about the casxet. Rev. Father Glosters read the connitta1 service at the grave in St. MichaePs cemetery. The bearers were John and Bartholomew Healy, William Hennessy, Nicholas Kane. Edward and George Dumphy.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

Since the sinking of the Lusitania on May 7, more than 1,200 applica- tions for citizenship papers were made in the Philadelphia courts.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
Howco cocoa is inc favored and strong.

Can't judge Howco cocoa by the size of the package. It m-st be tested in the cup.
 To have that test fair. only half as much of Howco cocoa should be used!
 Smooth. delightful favored. dou- ble strength.
 It's price is 23c a can friend-winning price for a few days 1sc.
 Front basement
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
ROWLAND DRY GOODS co.

Bridgeport hospital at the age of 80 years. Interment will be in Ever green cemetery, New Haven, the fun eral services also being held at the cemetrY chapI.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
RAILWAY ORDERED SOLD.

Detroit, May 24-Judge Arthur J. Futile. of the Federal district court, issued an order here today that the Pere Marquet Railway system be sold at auction on October 1.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

DIED JEW EsTvT-1r this city, May 24th. 1915 Mary A., Widow of Justus R. Jewett, aged 67 years
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late resi- dence, No. 55 Park street, on Wednesday. May 26th, at 2S0 p. m
 Interment at Lakeview cemetery. HALLORHAN-In this city, Sunday May B, 1915. Mary Burke beloved wife of James HalIorhan, aged 34 years days.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at her late residence 1111 Barnum ave- on Tuesday,, May 18th, at 8:so a. m-. and from St Charles church, ats o'clock
 Burial at St MichaeTs cemetery. yvENDT-In thisc ity, May 23, 1915, Ferdinand Wendt, aged 75s years. Friends may review the remains at the undertaking parlors, James IF Carroll, 5z Elm street
 The remains will leave on the 2.56 train for Yonkers, N. Y., whererthe burial will take place
 a"p mAvVIaEK- ssepney, Conn. May 2s, 1s16- Martha A. Drew, wife of Deacon Burr 'Haw1ey. aged II years, mouths. 16 days.
 Prayer wiIIsbe offered at her late home Stepnsys on Tuesday, 25th- inst, at 2sOO o'clock D. In- and the funeral service will be held in the Baptist ssch1Ech Stepney, at 2:3O o'clock D. na-
 Burta1s ina Bternsya cemetery VE1s.E1zss- -Gn this city, May B, 1915, Nellie H. Weeks. wife of Albert H. Weeks, aged 8 years, months. Friends are invited to attend the funeral at her late residence, 80 Highland avenue, on Tuesday mogning at S.30 and from St. Aug1asf1ne's church at g o'clock. Burial in Mountain Grove cem- tery.
 pTRUHGBUxH-At Sea, May, 1915, Isaac B. Trumbu11. aged 32 years Friends are invited to attend the funeral at his late residence. No. t40 NH Hill avenue, Bridgeport, on Tuesday, May 18th at 2: 80 D.. m. In- terrnent at Mt. Grove cemetery.
 R 22 b" 1SBTrH-In Norwa1k, May IS, Emma Utzinger, wife Of Dflliam Q. Smith, aged 45.
 o'BRIEN Al Stamford May IS, Martin O'Brien. HARLOW Nerwalk, May IS, Eunfce Barlow, aged TO,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

President Wilson's speech delivered in Philadelphia, May 10, to a group of newly naturalized citizens will be used as a. model of the English Ian guage in the public schools of that city.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

The bill placing jitney 'busses under the jurisdiction of public service com missions and municipal authorities was signed by Gov. WhitPnan.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
HARBoR HAPPENINGS

The lumber schooner Henrietta, left this afternoon for Port Jefferson, L. |.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

Four persons were killed. three in jured fatally and IT others hurt when dynamite on an automobile exploded at Syracuse, N. r.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
AMANDA D. BIRDsAU

Amanda D., widow of Oscar T. Birdsall, a former resident of New Haven, died this morning at the
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

brin. Some have hemp band; some have band of ribbon in new pat tern. s5.
 Leghorn and panama hats, small and large, and some for as little as $1.75. These not trimmed but to be quickly made winning by simple triPming.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24
A strong ease-giv1ng couch-hammock for S5.

to sell at $5.
 Has all the ease and comfort qualities; is stoutly built; will givel long service
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

Sweaters, which once were classsd among the strictly utility garments. have been lifted out of that class into the luxurious class by some of the manufacturers. The garment shown here is of the finest silk, and it's price scars up into the prohibitive price for moderate purses. Belt, yoke and cro- cheted buttons are it's decorative fea- lures.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

While the inpecunious clerks are buying stylish new straw hats the capitalists that employ them are talk ing last years hat down to be cleaned
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

Some are such soft and fine hemp that they may be turned inside out and they look equally well either way. That's because they are com binations of two colors and pattern on one side is exact reverse of that on the other. $3 to $5.
 White felt hats are finished with facing of hemp on under side of
 Second
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-05-24

The number of Americans killed on the Lusitania, was almost equal to the number killed automobile riding every pleasant Sunday.