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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
ANNIVERSARIES
 OF RING BATTLES

1893-Kid Lavigne knocked out Eddie Myer in 22nd round at Dana, Ill., Lavigne, the future lightweight champion, was then a novice, but he a brother of Billy Myer, the famous 'tStreator Cyclone who had been whipped by Jack McAuIiffe in a bat tie for the lightweight title at New Orleans the previous year. The La vigne-Myer contest was pulled off in the middle of the night and was stag ed in the town hall. A big mob of sports from Streator were on hand to back Eddie, and many big wagers were recorded the Sucker State money being promptly covered by the Michi- gan admirers of Lavigne Eddie wasn't the easy mark. that the La vigne following expected, and for a score of innings he held his own. If Eddie hadn't injured his hand in the fourth round, he might have lasted indefinitely, but the pain soon began to tell on him, and in the 22nd round Lavigne put over wallop to Myers dome of thought that stretched him out. Myer tried hard to get up, but he couldn't make it in time. Eddie Is still livings and he declares that his head still aches from the effects of Lavigne's knockout punch. Some headache!
 1s39-wi11iam Thompson, known to
 
 with a, belt embIematic of the cham pionship of Great Britain by Jem Ward, who retired after having held the title for IA years. The idea that pugilistic championship is\ the pri- vate property of the holder, to be dis posed of as he sees fit, thus seems to. be no modern notion. Although Ben dIgo was admittedly the best man then ia the ring, the British sportsmen of that period protested strenuously against the idea that the retiring champion had any right to dispose of his honor, and insisted that the only way Bendy could gain recognition champ was to fight for it. Many ca ses of this kind have occurred in the modern ring. Jeffries asked the sport ing world to accept Marvin Hart as his successor, but he was given the merry ha-ha- Jack McAuliffe con- ferred the lightweight title on Kid La vigne, but the latter had the goods and soon forced the world to acknowledge his right to the honor. Tommy Ryan tried to pass the wor1d's midd1eweight title, which he had never clearly held, on to Hugo Kelly.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
FIGHT CARNIVAL F1AsCo.

El Paso, Tex, Feb. 12, 1896.-After sleeping off the chagrin and excite mentS of last night, the consensus of opinion among the sports that were cool ana collected this morning was that it was the Hot Springs fasco over again and that the fight will blow up. The exodus, based on the belief, has in fact already begun.
 There is much unfaVOrable com ment concerning Fitzsimnons' ultima tun that he will defer stating his po- sition on the forfeiture until it is seen whether Maher can get into the ring Monday. pr. White came to town to-day and stated that Peter had been in really bad shape, and not trying to hedge The Australian appears determined to demand the forfeiture because Maher is one pound over weight.
 This morning Maher said that he would go into the ring, even if he had to grope his way about. His man ager, Quinn, said: You'll not do anything of the kind. If you are not in good shape Monday, you will not go into the ring
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
NEW RULING MAKES LIMITATIONS FOR
 LIQUOR DISPEN SERS

Saloonkeepers and all other retail liquor dealers are directly affected by a new treasury decision, No. 2288, which has just gone into effect and which will not permit any retail deal CT to sell more than four and seven eighths gallons of spirits to one per son in one day. Selling more than this amount, c1assifies him as a wholesale dealer and makes him lia- bIe to the $100 tax which is levied upon dealers.
 This is new reading of an old ru1- ing. Hitherto the ruling has. been interpreted that so. long as no, more than four and seven eighths gallons of any one kind of spirits was sold, the law was not being violated. The new reading means that a dealer may not sell to one person at one time more than the designated amount whether it be only whiskey, or wheth- CT it include whiskey, wines, brandy and gin
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
1oO-5O-20 YEARS AGO
FTTzsINfN1ONs AND NIAHER.

Fl Paso. Tex, Feb. 12, 1896-Th ere are probably 500 strangers in town who will go to the fight if they get the tip in time. Joe Vendig and Sec retary Wheelock were busy all night stamping the long strips of cardboard which will sell from $1O to $40 each Many of the tickets have been sold to people who are sure Stuart will be able to pull off the fight.
 Fitz is in the best of condition and capable of making a fight of his life. He weighed 163 pounds yesterday and will fight very close to that figure.
 Reports from La Cruz say that Ma Ter has completed his training and is also in excellent shape. He is ready 10 start the battle at, a moments mo- tice- Dixon has let up in his train ing. He is down rather fine and is efraid to train hard for fear of over doing it. Everhard, Leeds, Barry and Murphy are all ready to fight at any time
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
FIFTY YEARS AGO.
wAsHINGToN's BIRTHDAY.

The anniversary Of the birthday of the Father of his Country will be celebrated here on the 22, by a T1.1se.lleI ade fete at srsnklin HaIl, un- d9r the infringement if the s. $. s. s. club. It will be remembered that the masquerade, given by this club of gentlemen last year, was generally conceded to be the largest and best conducted of the season.
 They have engaged c. IT. Daniellc os F'rcck1yn, to furnish costumes 'fYe Harmonious and IniInitable'' Good sell, assisted by ten artists, will fur nsSh music for the occ:Lsion, with W. w. Smith for the pr 1mDter. .fMjle Host Buckingham of the City hotel is to provide the supper. Procure your tickets early as the number for sale gre limited See Gould at The Farmer office and he will supply you with a limited number. Pomeroy has Lot inc time to bother so please don't ask for him when endeavcring to pur- chase tickets
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

Hundreds of cases of rheumatism, where the joints were painful, have been cured by little attention, to the teeth, such as cavities filled and old roots treated. Almost every medical journal contains reports of remark able cures of neuralgia, neuritis and rheumatism through attention to the teeth.
 realize that very few people ap- prcciate these facts and continue to suffer when a little time on their part may spare them many hours of need less suffering. Some have hesitated to go to a dentist because of the ev- pense and pain that is associated with dental work. To these people want of every man and woman. absolutely free of charge and give you my opin- ion as to whether or not your teeth could cause the condition.
 root or a few teeth are missing, can repair them and give you a mouth full of perfectly good teeth, absolute ly free from pain, and can assure my chair as you will be in your easy chair at home My treatment for ner- vous sensitive teeth makes you forget you are having your teeth fixed:
 want to get better acquainted. I want to be your dentistA-do your work and have you recommend me to your friends. Here's my get acquaint- ed prices: Gold f1llings-no pain--$2 up. Gold crown-no pain-$4. 50; Full set, Natural Guns-no pain-$s; Bridge work-no pain--,$4-5o;;
 cIeaning@nny get acquainted price is 35c Remember it will not cost you one cent for examination, and may do you a lot of good. Tear my address
 Dr. c. W Adams and s. A. King. proprietors. Hours to 8. Telephone 4B73, 15 Fairfield avenue, Saga1 Bldg, opposite Atlantic hotel, take elevator.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

Representative William J. Cary of Wisconsin, who represents one of the Milwaukee districts, wants the capital of the United States removed from Washington to Milwaukee and has in- troduced a resolution to tha teffect. He says the proposition to make the District of Columbia, dry by con- gressional enactment is threat against personal liberty. MT. Cary has served several terms in congress and attracted attention a few years ago by introducing a bill providing for the government ownership of teIe- graph and telephone lines. He is a Republican.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
KOSsuth Street Man
 Bound For China
 Aboard U. $. Warship

Word received from Percy P. Bierce formerly a Well-known resident of this city living on Kossuth street has been received by Harry Nichols, State street tailor, disclosing that he is bound on an American warship to China, where he will be stationed for three years.
 MT Bierce's wife still lives in Bridgeport. She will soon join him and upon the expiration of his pres ent service he will have served 30 years in the United States navy. Though absent for many years he writes that he intends settling here upon his return by which time he will have circled the globe seven times, and have seen nearly every city oS importance on the globe.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
POLICE PISTOL PRACTICE.

In the old days persons were often asked: Do you know how to use revolver ?' The police commission CTS are considering the advisability of having each member of the depart ment put in two hours each week practicing with their revo1vers. The idea, seems to prevail in the minds of several commissioners that they have in/ the department several men who are unable and who are fearful to use the revolver.
 Commissioner Burton waited on sSu- perintendent Eugene Birmingham this morning and the two discussed the feature Both agreed that it would be a most excellent thing and Com Tnissi oner Burton before leaving said that he would inform his co11ea gt1es of the superintendent's views at the next meeting.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
HOLY CROSS ALUMNI.

Graduates of Holy Cross college, Worcester, Mass, residing in Connec- ticut, held a meeting at Hartford to- day and organized as the Connect1- cut Alumni Of Holy Cross college. Off, ficers were elected as follows: Presi- dent, Rev. W. H. Rogers, Stamford; i; vice president, Rev. Luke Fitzsim- mons, New Hartford; secretary, John T. Clerkin, New Haven; treasurer, Dr. Thomas F. Kane, Hartford; executive committee, Philip J. MarkIey, New Britain: Stephen w. Wilby, Water bury; Rev. J. J.. Curtin, Waterbury. Bishop Michael Tierney was elected an honorary member
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

House of Representatives, Jan IS. IS
 House of Representatives,
 Jan. 18th, 1S16.
 PUBLIC REVENUE.
 The report of the committee of Ways and Means was taken up.
 The 1st Resolution, to continue the Double Duties until June S0th next. and until a new tariff of duties be en- acted, was read.
 MT. Lowndes gave a general expla- nation of the resolution, grounded on the implied intention of Congress to adopt a new tariff of duties.
 MT, Sergeant objected to the resolve ties be continued until the 1st of Jan uary, 1917. This motion was mega lived. and the resolution adopted with out a division.
 The End Resolution, To continue the duty on imported Salt, with the usual bounties and allowances, was agreed to by more than three to one.
 The Srd Resolution, To continue the duty on refined sugar.
 The 4th Resolution, To continue the present stamp duties.
 The 5th, To abolish the additional duty on postage, were all agreed to.
 Jan. 18th, 1816.-A motion was made to strike out so much of the first Resolution as proposes that the dou- bIe duties should continue until a new tariff shall be StabHShed- After con- siderable debate, the motion was agreed to; which fixes the termination of the double duties to the 30th of June next.
 Jan. 18th, 1816-The Resolution for continuing the duties on Salt, occa- stoned some debate. but was agreed to.
 Jan. goth, 1816-The Resolution to reduce the direct rate to be levied for the year 1916, and succeeding years, to three millions, was taken up.
 MT. Lowndes made a speech in de- fense of the general principles of his report
 MT. Clay said he approved of the general system contained in this re- port; but he thought the land tax was too high for the ordinary season of peace. He wished to reduce the di- rect tax, and propose another, and also to limit the tax to one year, so as to make it a tax from year to year.
 MT. Randolph was opposed to the motion, to reduce the direct tax. AL though opposed to any part of the system, he preferred the direct tax to the excise.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
FROST ON MARS.

Flagstaff, Ariz., Feb. 12-What ap- pears to be the first spring frost on Mars for this season has just been de- tected by the astronomers of the Lowell observatory, in latitude 54 de- grees and1 ongitude 285 degrees.
 The north cap itself is in active processof melting, circular rift hay ing appeared half way through it which is widening and which is con- nected with the border by radia1 tri- butary rifts. The cap is surrounded by a clear blue band. unlike the tint of the vegetative markings.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
THosE sTREEr LIGHrs.

Never since the inhabitants of this fair city were first favored with street gas lights. were they in such a mis- erable plight or so poorly attended to, as under the present administration of the City government. Whose bus mess is it for to care for this mat ter ? z Last night, the lamp in front of the Police Station, on State street, gave about as much light as ''ta1low dip" The glass in the lamps look as though they had not been cleaned since last October.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

ray & Co. In the early part of the evening a short program was given, which consisted of a piano solo, by Miss Grace Thorpe, a solo by Thom- as Black and recitations by Frank Ri- ley. After this dancing commenced with a grand march, led by Henry Grossarth and Miss Gertie Wolff The Wheeler & Wilson orchestra furnish ed the music and Prof. George w Hunt called the figures. It was a grand time.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
ALBERT J. O'DEIL
 SEEKS A SEPARATION.

Albert J. O'De1 of this city. has filed divorce proceedings in the su- perior court today against Grace E.. O'De1 of Saranac Lake, N. Y. Deser- tion, December 2S, 1903, is alleged. Mrs. O'Del1, whose maiden name was Grace Marsh, married the plaintiff October 26. 1893.
 Another suit filed yesterday was that of John w. Nordman of Chatham, N. Y, against Ruth Nordman of Dan bury. The couple were married Jan uary 10, 1912 and desertion Septem- Der of the same year is alleged.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
THEIR SILVER WEDDING.

Many friends of MT. and Mrs. An drew Burns, of 63 Hurd avenue, as- semb1ed at their residence night be- fore last and assisted in commence rating the celebration of their 18th anniversary of the couples union A very pleasant evening wal; spent, and a fine repast was served about mid night.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
GREEK CONSUL FLEEs

Paris, Feb. 12-A Havas despatch from Sa1onilz1 says the Greek consul at Monastir arrived with his family at F'1orina, a town fifteen miles south east of Monastir, on Thursday, last. It adds that the reason for the de- parture of the consul with all the functionaries of the consulate from the Serbian town of Monastir, now in the hands of the Teutonic allies, is un- known.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
NEW BUSINESS ARRANGEMENT.

Mcssrs. Peck, Barnum and Morris, three enterprising young men, have taken the old stand of Patterson & Co.,, on Main street, and will continue the dry goods trade at that establish ment. MT. Patterson. it is under stood, has made arrangements to re- move to Baltimore.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
President Starts
 on Week End Sail

Washington, Feb. 12-Aboard the naval yacht Mayf1ower on his way down the Potomac and Chesapeake Bay for a weekend trip, President Wilson today was considering the se- lection of successor to Former Secre- tary of the War Garrison.
 The President left here last night accompanied by Mrs. Wilson.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
RHEUMATISM OF
 TEETH COMMON SAYS DR. ADAMS
Pains and Aches In Different Parts of Body Often Due
 to Bad Teeth

Rheumatism of the teeth is very common affliction," says Dr. Adams. While a great many horities do not call the condition rheumatism of the teeth, this is virtually what it is as the cause of rheumatism in a large num- Der of cases starts in a small cavity and the infection or germs invade the system.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
TWENTY YEARS AGO.
NEWS OF THE FIGHT.

The managers of the Amazon Cafe nave made arrangements with the Western Union Telegraph company for special wire to be put in their place to receive bulletins of the Ma her. -F1tzsimmons fight Friday This arrangement is made for the benefit of the patrons of the Amazon Care.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
DOCTORS NARROW ESCAPE

As Dr. Osborn was diving along Broad street late yesterday afternoon his horse was frightened at the ap- proach of the motor or hcrseless car riage, and started on a run+ The bug gy co1lided with the gates at the Broad street crossing and the pfnysi- elan was thrown into the street. Dr. Osborn escaped without a scratch. The damage to his turnout will ap- nroxi mate S75.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
NAMES APPRAISERS
 FOR WANEX ESTATE

In accordance with a request from the surrogate court of New York, di- vision of Brooklyn, Judge Paul L. Miller has named H. l.. Warehouse and w. J. Buckley appraisers of the property which Joseph Wanek left in this city. Wanek was the owner of a house and lot on Carroll avenue. which is estimated to be worth 3D. 500.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

A report from Warsaw says that the German authorities have com muted to life imprisonment the death sentence of the deputies who favor the Russians.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
OUR BUsINEss MEN.

H. W. Hamilton, MD, Homeopath- fc Physician & Surgeon office and residence at No. 10 Cannon street, sFirst door east of the residence of the late Samuel Stratton, Esq.)
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

James Barry, of Lexingf on avenue, I was run over by a hand truck at the Gas house this morning and his right foot was painfully ar.i seriously sprained. Dr. Osborn dressed the in tured member at the Emergency hos pita1.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
DIE FOREST VS. HILL.

(Norwalk Hour.)
 There can be little doubt that, in the Congressional election, this year the candid dates from the Fourth Con- gressiona1 district will be the same they were in 1894-Robert B. DeFor- est and Ebenezer J. Hill.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
RECEPTIoN AND DANCE.

Lyric hall was the scene of a pleas ant reception and dance h.>Id last ev- enlng by the employees of Smith, Mur-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

Sanford & Baldwin, Attorneys and Councillors at Law. Post Office Build ing The firm is composed of Henry s. Sanford and Francis E. Baldwin.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

The Elswick Manor sailed from Bal timore for Hull on Jan.-29 and passed the Lizard on Feb. '. She is owned by the EIswick Steamship Company, of Newcastle is $40 feet long, of 3,942 tons gross
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

SBeardsIey & Sumner, Attorneys and CounseI1ors at Law. Offices and 6 Sturdevant Building, Bridgeport, Ct. s. B. Beardsley and $. B. Sumner.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

James L. Gould, Attorney at Law, can be found for the present in the City National Bank building on Wall street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
British Liner, From
 Baltimore, Is Beached

London, Feb. 12.-The British steamship Elswick Manor has been beached off Yarmouth. Her crew was saved.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

l.. Myron ASlade, Attorney and Coun- selIor at Law Office in the Sturde- want building. Go to room No. 2.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
TAX. RATE 11H MILLS.

City Clerk Fred Mullins has figured out the total amount of appropria- tions and from his deductions the tax list must be II 4 mills to meet them. The total amount of the grand list is $56,847.856. The appropriations for the First district are s369, ,81196 The receipts from the district are $143, 1000, leaving $226,S1I96 to be raised. The appropriations for the Second district are $397, ,625.71. The estimated in- come of the district is $1s,0O0, leaving $382, ,625.71 to be collected.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
s.sAM' DAVE SPA1NFUELY HURT


 Samuel Dave, of Dawe Bros, the East Side painters and decorators. was kicked by a horse in a barn in Beach street this morning, and as a result will be dishgured for life.
 One of the animals hoofs came in contact with the left sidH of his face and his left eye was almost destroyed The. accident. occurred. about 10 o'clock. MT. Dave went to the stable of W. S. Cornwall to use the latter's horse. The animal was fractious and as MT. Dave was walking into the stall, turned suddenly and kicked him full in the face. The Flow stunned him but he staggered to the barnyard. Assistance soon arrived and he was taken to his home. It is said that opticians will be unable to save the sight of the left optic.
 MT. Cornwall feels much perturbed over the affair, and while he was in no way responsible for ~he animal s act he has insisted upon bearing the entire expense of MT. Dawes madica1 attendance.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
Cut Glass

You can hardly go wrong in choosing something in cut glass for weddings or ami versary present. And you certainly can't go wrong in coming here to purchase it. We have a beautiful assort- ment of latest designs, from among which anyone can surely select a gift for the amount they wish to spend.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

G. W. Lewis, Deputy Sheriff for Fairfield county. Office Sturdevant building. Business entrusted to his care will have prompt attention.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12

B. B. Goodse11, insurance agent. Of nce in Halls building, corner of Main and Beaver streets.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-02-12
O.~E nUNDnED YEARS AUU
CONGRESS OF 1916.

CONGRESS OF 1S16- House of Representatives, Jan- IS. IS House of Representatives, Jan. 18th, 1S16
The Yale expositor. (Yale, St. Clair County, Mich.) 1894-current, 1916-09-28
USED BY ORIENTAL PRINTER
Type-settIna Device That Would Seem
to Be Fearful and Wonder
full Thing.

According to reliable reports from
Hawaii, an apparently successful ma
chine for setting japanese and Chinese
type has been developed and is In use
at a Honolulu newspaper plant. Its
size seemingly gives 1t ludicrous ap-
pearnnce, for II Is described as looking
like a model OF the Brooklyn bridge.
The keyboard extends aiong the CEN
ter beneath the bridge" for It's full
length, while the operator is provided
with a sliding seat on which he can
move from one end to the other when
working. Rectangular brass tubes are
used as cases for the type, and when
the latter are released, by pressure
upon the keys, they are caught by a
belt carrier and conveyed to one end
where they are deposited In n holder.
The 5000 or more characters used by
oriental printers have been classified
into approximately 100 units. These
are collected In the brass tubes, which
are likewise classified by means of
notches on their sides. While IL is
intended to market the machine In
China and Japan. the opinion has been
expressed here that It's sale will prob
ably be very limited. owing to It's cost
and the fact that 1t Will have TO COM
pete with the cheapest kind Of labor in
the cities OF both those Countries
Popular Mechanics Magazine.