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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
MAY CHALLENGE
 VOTE OF BOARD
 ON SCHOOL TAX

Commissioners Max J. Buechler and Adolph Sherman are seriously consid- ering challenging the action of the board of apportionment in passing the half mill tax which was granted the board of education for new school buildings at the meeting Tuesday when the final tax rate was fixed. They base their grounds for the challenge on Section 94 of the city charter which says that seven concurrent votes are necessary on any matter in dispute before the board. This will be good news to Mayor Wilson. He appeared before the board of appor- tionment and strenuous1y opposed this tax. He was in favor. however. of giving half mill tax or $57,714.16 to the street department. 8 plan which was carried out.
 Both commissioners Buechler and Sherman were as much opposed to the plan to give the half mill to the street department as they are to give the half mill to the schools.
 They opposed and voted against both measures.
 On the matter of the half mill to the street department there were the only votes recorded against it. On the matter of the school tax however the vote was five to fives President Seeiey breaking the tie. in favor of the tax After the meeting President SeeIey told Mayor wilson he under stood he was voting against the tax and he intended his vote to be So re- corded. If the challenge of Com nnissione Sherman and Buechler bears fruit, President SeeIey will have an opportunity to change his vote. Commis ssioner A. H. Canfie1d it will be recalled was not at the meeting. Last week Comnissi oner and Mrs. Canfield left Bridgeport for 3. so- journ at Palm Beach, Fla.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
VERDICT OF $1, 200 FOR TOT
 STRUCK BY AUTOMOBILE

For injuries received when he was struck by an automobile while playing in Connecticut avenue last July, i've year-oId John J. Lalley, IT.. was awarded $1.2O0 by jury in the civil superior court this afternoon
 Because the plaintiff is 9 minor the action was brought by his father. John J. La11ey, against the American CycIecar Co.,, of this city. This com panv owned the machine and at the time of the accident it was driven by one of the company's employees.
 The boy received permanent 1nJur- ies to one leg and also has a scar on his face. The suit was for $5,000. At torney John P. Gray represented Lal- lev
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
PARK COMMISSION WILL MAKE STREET IN PARK nBLlND''

To keep milkmen and vegetable peddlers who drive into Bridgeport from Trumbul and Long Hill from using thoroughfare through Beard sley park, the park commissioners have decided to make a dead end on. the northern drive in the tract re- gently acquired in the town of Trum- bull. To permit the city of Bridge port to add this tract to it's park system a statute was recently enacted in the legislature granting all cities in the state the right to take property for park purposes by right of eminent domain.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
THREE CASES OF RABIES REPORTED
 IN FAIRFIELD

Three cases of genuine rabies have been reported in Fairfield, according to Col. Halery Harvard, health officer of that town But one person, accord ing to the health officer. Mrs. Joseph Thorpe, of Southport, has been bitten. Mrs Thorpe has not been located since treatment in some other. city, and it is not known what her present condition is Three dogs. however, are known to have been affected, all of which have been shot
 The dog which is alleged to have bitten Mrs. Thorpe is owned by Her bert Banks, of Mill Plain road, Fair
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
ROWLAND DRY GOODS GO.

field Postmaster Simon c. Bradley, noting his dog acting queerly Tuesday night, at once had it shot, and a dog of Mrs Morgan, of Greenfield Hill, sent to Dr. Martin in Bridgeport for examination, was found to have a gem uine case. It was at once killed last night.
 No new eases have been reported to~ day and the selectmen of Fairfield to- day ordered all dogs muzzled for 90 days instead of the period of 30 days heretofore demanded in such epidem- fcs.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
LENA E. SEAMAN.

Miss Lena B. Seaman died yester- day afternoon at her home, 1875 Cen traI avenue after a long fight against lingering illness. Miss Seaman, who was 23 years old, was very popular young woman. She was formerly em- ployed at the Bryant Electric com pany. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Mary Seaman, six sisters and a brother
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
News for che man | who can [ be fitted. :

There's good lot of Spring suit fabrics just on show in the Rowland mems store.
 In it; little checks, tartan checks quiet rnixtures every good thing In fact it's about the best of suit ings by the yard we've seen in long long time. From those suitfngs ave II make suits for thard to fit men.
 We guarantee that the suits will ft We guarantee they will be satisfactory in every way They sold at special price
 Careful expert tailoring. Durable Innings. Correct styles
 Men have their ideas followed the matter of pockets and such
 To make stir we make strik-
 atsiaBgiy 1Rs Rs,fssnf good suits Tsn make $l6.5O Topcoats, of good sensible weight nice material the models that always order at the price of $165O.
 rear
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
COoNEY CANDIDATE
 FOR CoNNOR's PLACE

Former Tax Collector B. F. cooney is a. candidate to succeed Arthur Con- nor as member of the board Of ap- praisaI of benefits and damages. MT. Cooney is being urged for the posi- ton by friends in the Ninth district where he formerly resided and by other friends in the Fifth district where he now lives.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
FAVORABLE REPORT ON
 RAILROAD BILL

Hartford, Feb 25-The railroad committee reported fayorably the bill authorizing the New York, New Ha- ven & Hartford Railroad Company to sell, pledge or dispose of shares of capital stock which it holds in the Boston 6 Providence Railroad conn panY and the Old Colony Railroad company
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
Skirts made right quick
Main floor. rear.
) measure.

We've plan for the woman who wis1esanew Spring skirt at once
 Pick out the favored fabric, Have measure taken Select that new style which is most liked
 The cutting and finishing of the skirt will be done right here in the store if orders are given immediately That will make it possible to deliver skirt all ready wear within two or three dayst Expert tailor regular maker, here special purpose He's prepared with several attractive styles.
 Big lot of splendid fabrics is ready dark and medium and light of weight.
 Bnt-Be prompt for this special is open only through the week. as Fabrics at 75 cents $1 and more per yard.
 ohasss for making .si'' $l
 Right aisle. rear
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
T4MoTHY J. ooNNoRs

Friends and relatives of the late Timothy J. Connors who died on Tuesday in the Bridgeport hospital, attended the funeral held this after noon from the undertaking par1ors of Rourke 6 Rourke MT. Connors, who was about 50 years Of age was for rnerly well known in this city He was a painter by trade He is sur vived by g son, Clifford Connors, and a. sister, Mrs Mclaughlin of this city Rev. J. J. Kennedy officiated at the funeral. Interment was in St Mi chae1's cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
OBTTUARY
JoHN MURRAY.

John Mrrray. aged 11 months. son of MT. and Mrs. William H. Murray, of Troy, N Y, died on Monday of acute pneumonia. after an illness of only 24 hours Mrs Murray is the daughter of Mn and Mrs. F. R. Irwin Of 8s Yale street and a former teach CT in the Bridgeport High School. MT. and Mrs. Irwin and Miss Irwin attend
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
CHARLES 5. RoYs

The funeral Of Charles J. Roys was held from his late home, 1497 Main street at 2:30 this afternoon. Rev. J. F. Wagner, pastor of the Summerfeld M. B. church officiated There was large attendance of friends of the de- ceased Many members of the Pe- quonnock lodge, Stratfield enca1np- ment, and Charity Rebekah lodge, I. o. O. F., of which Mr. Roys was a member, were present Burial was in Lakeview cemetery and the Pequon- mock lodge ritual was used at the grave.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
Rah Rah for th.ss Rollers l!

Boys and girls are Whiirl- ing and dashing around on their skates.
 If there's no ice, there s plenty of good smooth side walk.
 And skating is skating !! winsdow skates with cast-iron roll erE,-S5c and 45c.
 With hollow steel rollers;-9Oc. With ball bearings -$1.40. Every sort is adjustable.
 Front basement.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
EI, WE'LL FeEsS GENES
 COMMITTEE o. K.

Hartford. Feb. 25-The committee on executive nominations reported favorably on the appointment of Charles c. E1welI as a member of the com mission on public utilities and it was adopted under suspension of the rules.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
ELIZABETH DooLEY CAMERON

Elizabeth Doo1eys wife of John AL den Cmeron, a well known hoseman of Engine company. No. 4, died on Tuesday evening. at her home, 56O Main street. Mrs. Cameron who was 34 years of age, had been in poor health for several months. She was a devout and active member of St. Mary's church. Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Doro- thy, two sons, Allen and George, a sister, Mrs. John Clark and three brothers, James, John and Daniel DooIey.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
ARREST YOUTH OF Ia
 TOR DAYLIGHT BURGLARY

Frank Rasky. aged 12,, 1o51 Han cock avenue was arrested today on the charge of entering Michael gBoon9s store Maplewood and How ard avenue on Sunday and stealing quantity of cigars and candy.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
MASTER PAINTERS TO DINE

About 50 members Of the Bridge port Master Painters are expected to be present at the meeting and dinner to be held at 6 o'clock this evening in the Hotel Stratfield The Board of Directors Of the State Master Painters will attend.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
Nice new lawn stationerY-15c.

Nice new lawn stationery 25c.
 Commonwealth Lawn is stationery of dainty nice ness and excellent ei4aiBy- yet it sells at very low price.
 Light of texture, very like fabric in finish, delicate in shading
 Pure white, soft misty gray, elusive blue, subdued lavender, quiet rich pink.
 Box of 24 sheets paper and 24 envelopes, 25e-
 Main hoOr. reaz.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25

On March 1, British Honduras will be added to the British CoIonies hav- ing a 2-cent postage rate from this country, making in all three colonies having such a rate. Newfoundland, the Bahamas, and the British Honduras. The rate has been a 5 cent one.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25

LEG NOTTCEAll pledges up to 16.61s dated before Aug. 26, 1914, are for sale 16,566, 16,560, 16,527, Aug zas 1s.490, 16,477. Aug 20; 16.s85 1e.3sS. Aug. IT. 16.343, 46,341, Aug 15 16.3o3, Aug 14; 16,z71. Aug I3 16,24s, Aug 12; 16.2z3. 1e,216, Aug. II; I6,209, 18,20s. Aug 10; 16.185, 16,150, 16.- 14S. Aug g. 16s121, Aug. ', 1914. c. A Peck, 43 Middle St
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
Yards and yards of black-and-white cheeks
 ec;.1 .:c.J

spec1aI pr1ced For tailored suits, black-and-wnite checks. For separate skirts, black-and-white checks. For jackets, black and white checks. ' For girls dresses black and white checks. READY-Nearly 50 pieces; in checks of different size; in different qualities; of different widths all at special price.
 Checks from tiny to large Plain and broken checks Checks with overplaids in color. Pure wool checks; part-wool checks. But always clear sharp contrast of black and white Every yard is worth more than its price--for both fashion and utility combining to make bac1-azd- white checks pronounced Spring favorite. 25c 3oc 59c
 79c $1 $1.15
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25

WHIST, PINOCHLE & Dance given by Ladies Germanias, at Gernania hall. Saturday, Feb 27 at 8:15 D. m. sharp. Tickets 15c.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
SIEzET4 TAPE CONNECTS WTTH
 LIVE WIRE; HAND IS BURNm

Charles Phillips. aged 1s. suffered a burned hand this afternoon when & steel measuring tape he carried came in contact with a low voltage wire at the Lake Torpedo company ao was treated by pr. ,. J. B1uuesain of the Emergency hospital
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25

A statue of Florence Nishtinee was unveiled tn London
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-02-25
HOWLAND'S

Bridge arand colder to and tazaszs
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-10-19
LIONS OBSERVE McCLINTOCK
DAY AT THE WEEKLY LUNCHEON

T. r. McClintOck day was Observed
by the Lions at the weekly luncheon in
the dining room of the Hotel Sheldon
Tuesday. Special signs OF a humorous
character were hung in the dining
room and musical program was sup
piled by II. T. Van Surdam at the
piano. David HolEuin. violinist and y.
G. Bassett. tenor soloist Among the
guests were Albert Taylor. n. FarneIl
and Edward O'Brieu OF the Taylor
stock company. all OF whom shared in
the entertainment.
The lion for the day was l. r Nc
Cliutock and the president, DIT. 4. s.
Burton Secretary A. c. Davis an
nounced that a special meeting of the
officers OF the association would be
held on Thursday evening The lion
for the next week viii be A. L. Ryan.
and the president for the day Dr. F.
J. Cummins. The luncheon was attend
ed by 40 Lions and their friends.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-10-19
100000 IN
TAXES DUE STATE
Delinquent Taxes for 80
Years to be Collected
Under New Law.

Austin, Tex, oct 1s.-When the task
Of compiling the delinquent tax records
in the controllers department OF the
various counties in the state, in accord
ance with the requirements Of the new
delinquent tax law. il will disclose the
interesting fact that there is due by
the people in state and county taxes,
the colossal sum Of S51,00O.000. This
sum embraces delinquent taxes due FOR
a period Of so years. or from 1885 to
1915 OF the SOL. 600 .000. IL has been
ascertained. 81. 900. 900 is in state taxes
while the balance. SIS, 200, 600, is due
by delinquent taxpayers 10 the counties.
Must BE Collected.
Under this law IL is made mandatory
for the tax collectors TO collect this
tax. and after giving due notice TO the
delinquents. and they fail TO pay up,
then il is made the imperative duty Of
the county or district attorneys to in
stitute suit 10 enforce the payment OF
such taxes. Under the old order OF
things. county officials have been rath-
er lax in enforcing the payment OF de-
lnquent taxes. first because il was an
unpopular job and second there was no
financial incentive, and third, itGwas
not a mandatory requirement but now
under this law. there is no option left
in the matter
But Ono County Free.
Tt has also come to light that there
are delinquent taxpayers in every coun-
ty in the state. with one possible eX-
ception, that being in Gillespie county
In that county il was found that the
amount charged up as delinquent is
$3.50, and this is said TO be an error
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-10-19
CALOMEL SELDOM :
SOLD HERE NOW
Nasty drug salivates, makes
you sick and you lose a
days work.

Every druggist III town-your drug
80 ana eVeryoody's druggist has no
uced great falling off ir the sale OF
eaIomel They all give the same rea-
son Dodson's Liver Tone is taking
CaIomel K dangerous and people
AuoW ~, while DodsOn's Liver Tone IS
perfectly safe and gives better results"
Sald 4 prominent local druggist Dod-
on Liver Tone Is personally guar
ahJeed by every dsuSEis; who sells il
a large bottle costs 50 cents and iait
IalIs 10 give easy reliel in every casehof
tlNeF SiuSSlshness anu constipation. Won
nay e only 10 ask foi you- money back.
DousouS Liver Tone Is a pleasant
tasting, purely vegetable remedy. harm
less 10 both children anc adults Take
a spoonful AT night ard wake up feel
ms me; no uillOuSucss. sick headache
acid stomach or consolidated bowels IL
doesn't grippe or cause intcuveuience am
the next day like violent calomeL Take
q dose OF Cdiomel tCd-y and tomorrow
YOU VIII feel weak. sick and nausested-
Don't lose a days WORK Take Doc
son Liver Tone instead auG feei fine.
iuu Of visor and umbitIoH.-Advcrtise
ment.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-10-19
CARRANzA ONE OF
FIRST TO DEFY DIAZ
Demand by Dictator That He Withdraw
From Race for Governor Brought Firm
ReiOinder Of Refusal.

Venustiano Csrranza was born in the vii
I lage Of Cuatro Cienegas. Coahuila. Mexico
in 1853, making him So years old. His father
was Lieut. Col Jesus Carranza, and his
mother was Sonora Marie de J. Cara de
Carranza.
The education Of venustiano CarranA was
10 have prepared him for the profession OF
lawyer. but he WAS forced TO leave his
studies on account OF serioUs affection Of
his eyes and he returned from school to
his native town. where he married Senorita
Virginia Salinas. by whom he had two
q his time TO his rural estate in northwest
ern Coahuila on which he took 10 agricui-
ture and the raising OF stock
In 1887 Carranza was well known char
acter in Coahuila because OF the pubiica-
ton OF several pamphlets setting forth pro-
lects OF reform in industry and farming.
which for him the municipal presidency
Of his home town. Custro CieneEas- II was
in this position that ne first began TO make
himself felt in politics
When he was "a years OF age he organized
a successful movement against Gov jose
Maria Cara Galan- reputed a despot OF his
time This was IN 1888 Following the sue
cess Of the action against CARA Galan. Car
rama stepped higher in political circles. He
became a member Of the state legislature,
provisional governor. and then senator TO
the national congress
Is Nominated fpr Governor.
In 900. during the latter days Of the ad-
ministration OF Miguel Cardenas as governor
OF Coahuils. when the whole country was
in a turmoil Of revolt against the Diaz
regime. the people Of Coahulla nominated
Carranza for governor Of his home state II
was at this time that Gen. Geronimo Ire
vino brought message from the dictator
Diaz=
'.Mr Csrranzs." said this messenger. Gen.
Diaz has dire@sed me 10 tell you 10 resign
your cansS--acy for the EovernOrship Of Goa
hula Tell me what should reply TO him.
Defies DiaE.
The answer Of NenustianO CarranZa. now
the recognized leader in Mexico. was as fol-
lows
Please say 20 the president. general. that
as long there is a single man willing 10
vote for my candidacy TO the government OF
Coahuila.t J will not resign il, and that
am disposed TO face whatever consequences
may follow my determination, regardless Of
what they may be"
one year later the revolution he-ded by
Francisco 7. MaderO broke ouc- EenustiauO
Carranza seconded il fervently, vigorously
opposing any suggestions Of compromise
which followed.
First to Rise Against Huerta-
Carranza was the first 20 rise in revolt
against Huerta- He was at the time gov
ernor OF the state Of C0ahuila and IN &C
cordancc with provision in the Mexican con-
stitution which requires that the governor I
uphold the constitution. the revolutlonists Of
constitutionalists' chose him the rightful
successor Of Madero and the depository OF ]
the executive power" In Mexico he is known
today as the first chief Of the constitution
alist army in charge Of the executive power"
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-10-19
18FOUND GUILTY;
Of CONSPIRACY
Federal Court Jury Convicts
Ricardo Aguilar on Neu-
trality Charge.

Eighteen Nexicans we're found guilty
I in the United States district court Mon
day afternoon on a charge Of conspira-
cy TO set on foot military expedition
to Mexico. The men were alleged 10
have been in charge OF Ricardo Aguilar
and they are now being held by the
federal officials until sentence is passed
upon them by Judge Thomas :. MaXey-
These men were alleged to have started
the expedition toward Mexico from the
vicinity OF Fort Hancock and we're ar
rested by United States army officers
second Conviction.
This is the second conviction on
conspiracy charge in the present term
Of the federal court Victor Ochoa, F.
/. Holmdahl and Jose OrozcO were
found guilty late Saturday afternoon
and their attorneys are preparing an
appeal TO he argued before judge MaXey
before sentence is passed on them
Jorge OrOzcO. former CarranZa consul IN
Douglas. was found not guilty OF the
alleged conspiracy This was said 10
have been set on foot against Villa and
had no connection with the alleged con-
spiracy for which Aguilar and the II
others were convicted.
Roster of Convicted.
The roster OF the Is IN as Follows;
Ricardo A. Aguilar. Albino Frias, Jose
P Rodriguez, Mariana Lopez, Jose
Perez. Jose Dominguez. Jose NJ Basco'
Juan Antonio MinjarO, alias Jose An
tonic Minjares. Miguel ViSanuevas Jose
Sanchez. Santiago hernandez, Fablo
Cabellero, Miguel Basulto, Felicite vas,
quez. Tomas Rodriguez, Juan antonio
ACosta. NestOr Quesada and Ricardo
Hired By Frias.
Ramon Perea. states witness, testi-
fled to having been hired by Frlas- one
of the defndants. to carry a load or
provisions to the Palvo ranch ana or
being caught by United States soldiers
Antonio Garibay testified that he was
with the party and that he had heen
told by AEuilar that the purpose Of the
gathering was an expedition into
Mexico.
Jesus Arando stated that Prias had
hired him to take eight men down the
valley in his automobiles. He identi-
fled four of the defendants as among
those whom he carried.
Capt. Ryan Made Capture
Capt. Thomas F. Ryan testified that
his men captured % men Of which the
L defendants were a part
Corporal Arthur Warrington testified
to having captured with his men L
Mexicans. He told also Of having
munition belts and several other ar
ticles-
sNo Expedition,
The defense put on Aguilar as Its
first witness. Aguilar stated that he
was down the valley looking for work
and came across the gathering He de-
MED that there was any intention OF
organizing an eXpendition into Mexico
Frias went on the stand in his own
defense and disclaimed any connection
with the alleged conspiracy. He de-
MED that he had been with the Mexi-
cans at the ranch, and his testimony !
" as cOrroborated by his wife. who tes-
titled that he was in FL PaSo and at 1
home during the time the elleEed ex- |
petition was being organized and ]
equipped