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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
POLIOMYELITIS
 EPIDEMIC IS ON DOWNWARD PATH
Dr. sophian Believes People Are Developing an I'm
 munity From the Germ

The epidemic of infantile paralysis is on the wans, pr. Abraham sophian believes as a result of observations in the last few days.
 People are developing . degree of immunity. just as they do after any epidemic has been present for a cer- tain length of time. The charts pre- pared by New York observers bear ous this belief.
 "Epidemics don't just come and then die out. There is g reason for subsiding and this. we believe. is be. cause people are now less s,Iscspti- ble."
 Dr. Sophian today strongly advised the health board members against planning a public welfare building without seeing the best there is inI this line first. He said it is almost absolutely necessary that the archi- tect, and representatives of the health and charities board visit the best in- stitptions they can find He said one cannot sit down and plan such . building immediately because many details most certainly would be over- looked and in each of the buildings visited desirable features would be found.
 The only new case of paralysis found in the last 3< hours Is that of Pearl Valentine. aged five. of sos Maplewood avenue;
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
ST. RITA'S GUILD PLANS RESUMPTION
 OF CLASSES OCT. 2
New Supervisor Will Take Up Work of Institution in
 Sacred Heart Parish.

Plans for the coming season were formulated at a meeting last evening of the directors of St. Rita's Guild at the Guild home, 6S6 Myrtle avenue. The Guild is preparing to open it's classes in the week of October 2, but registration for these has already be- gun and will be continued in the in- tervening weeks.
 A new matron, Mrs. P. J. Collins. has been engaged to supervise the work of the Guild. Mrs. Collins, wife of the late Congressman P. J. Collins, comes highly recommended. Her. self homemaker, she understands and appreciates the interests and need of young people. Her previous ex- perience in settlements and recrea- ton centers equips her particularly for her new position, and it is ex- pected that the work so well begun will continue to develop under her wise direction. She will be sup ported by an efficient board. Mrs. John A. Hurley, president; Mrs. H. A. Mo- Elroy, vice president; Miss Mary Lucy, treasurer; Miss Elizabeth Buckley, financial treasurer; Miss Margretta Hurley, recording secretary; Miss Margaret Kieley, chairman of the educational committee; Miss Elsie Casey, chairman of the social commit tee; Miss Jane Day, chairman of the registration committee.
 Practically the same classes as last year: Dressmaking. sociology, plain sewing. millinery, glee club, French embroidery. domestic science, sten- ography and typewriting. practical education. including reading, writing. arithmetic, grammar, English geo. sraphy. and the like. nursing and lit erature will compose this seasons cur riculum. Efficient teachers have charge of each class.
 Membership in the classes is not confined to members of the parish nor to Catholics. All young women of the city are invited to join and a cordial welcome will be extended those who care to take advantage of the oppor- tunities offered by the guild.
 Last year the membership in the organization totaled more than 800 young women and 1t is expected that many more will join this year.
 With the coming of Mrs. Collins on Sept. IS. Miss Marguerite Boylan, who has heen supervisor during the summer, will turn over the work of the institution to the new head.
 This year the sustaining membere of the guild will constitute the board of directors and the management will be vested in an executive committee composed Of the ofiioers and the chair womeu of the three committees
 Dr. Richard F, Moore, l.. l.. D., pastor of the Sacred Heart church, to whom much credit ia due for the en- couragemept has has given the work of the guild. will continue to be it's general director.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
DISSIPATION AND CRUELTY START
 TEN D|v0RCES
Largest Number Ever Rec orded Here in Single Day
 Filed in Superior Court

Ten local divorce suits. the largest number fHom this city ever placed on the docket in one day, were filed this morning in the superior court It is peculiar fact that each petitioner charges cruelty or desertion.
 The writs alleging desertion are: Fred H. Macy against Hattie A. Macy. They were married April 20, 1901. the wife's maiden name being Hattie A. Nichols. The desertion is said to have taken place May 8, 1913. The husband wants the custody of four children.
 Frank Brett sues Emma Brett, al- leging that she left him April 20, 1905. Mrs. Breit's maiden name was Emma Kaelin. She married the plaintiff Oct, 1, 1904.
 Alfred J. Higgins wants a decree from Mary Liggins to whom he was welded June IA, 1906. She. is said to have left her husband May IS, 1908. The wife's maiden name was Mary Ennis.
 DESERTION-2. 712S4E Bertha Wildman seeks separation from Horace s. Wildman, claiming he went away July 3. 1903. Mrs. Wild man, whose maiden name was Bertha Prindle. married the defendant Apri 25. 1897. She asks the custody o1 her 18-year-old daughter, Edyth Wild man.
 Everett Tucker sues Margaret Tuck. CT. declaring he deserted her August 31. 1912. The marriage took place November IS, 1911. Mrs. Fuckers
 maiden name was Margaret McNeil . Eva Sadoska says Kasiyoni Sadoska left her July 1. 1910. The couple were married August 6. 1904. The complaints alleging cruelty are Florence E. Hughes against Aaron M Hughes. She socks alimony in addi. ton to decree and custody of one ohild. The couple were married June 25, 1907. Mrs. Hughes maiden name was Florence Myers Grace Irons brings action against Herbert P. Irons of New London. Mrs Irons, whose maiden name was Grace
 Murphy, asks for Q change of name The marriage took place June IS 1914.
 Bertha Ffnlayson, whose maider
 name was Bertha Schick, sues Alexan'
 der FSnlayson. They were married April 8, 1909. The wife wants ali.
 mony and the custody of one child.
 Irma Winslow seeks to be free from David Winslow of New York. Hel
 maiden name was Irma Harold ant
 she married the defendant November
 22, 1910.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
ROWLAND DRY GOODS GO.
PECK-MOREHOUSE FRACTIONAL FIGHT
 BITTER AS EVER
Annual Caucus Tonight Is Anticipated in Peck's
 Political Circular.

Last spring you elected me your leader by an ovsrwhelming majority for which thank you. but now let us try and do even better this time" j With these few kind words, la daa-e-es n gelmun. Judge Charles H. Pack. of Etratford. presents the pith of his annual message to the voters of the town. The message, 500 copies Of which reached voters of stratford this morning. contains Judge Peck's announced desire to head the local Republican delegation to the state convention.
 The voters will bring in the verdict at . caucus in the town hall of Gtrat- ford this evening. Indications are that tho customary battle between the Peck forces and the Ivan More house clan will be as neat and nifty as ever. Both sides are ready but the Judge took flying start in his circular by handing out few wal lops to the opposition.
 He warns his friends that the campaign lie will soon make its ap- pearance. The camp of the opposi- ton is full of slanderers and falsiaers. and soon. led by their little chief or falsifers. they will begin to belch forth their filth and rottenness."
 The caucus will begin at o'clock. In this corner. Judge Peck; in that corner. Ivan Morehouss. Time!
 Frederick Starr Beardsley. State Policeman Rowe H. Wheeler and Building Inspector Harry A. Rurnes' known as ardent workers in the More- house faction. are said this year. to be lined up with the Peck forces,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
ASSIGNMENT BY DEFAULTER NOW
 JUDGED INVALID
Court Decides Against Cred itors of Ex- Collector of
 Bedding.
Special to The .Farmer.)

Bedding, Aug. 24.-Attopey Howard M. Taylor. of Danbury received word today from Referee in Bankruptcy John W. Banks of Bridgeport, sitting as special master for the United States district court to the effect that the case of the National Surety Co. VI. Henry Duncan, former tex collector of Bedding, to set aside . voluntary as- alignment made by Duncan last wintor had been decided in favor of tho peti- tioners.
 Investigation of puncan's accounts as tax collector previously disclosed . shortage of $3.S00. The surety com pany immediately reimbursed the town to the full amount, filing attachmaut against the property of Duncan, val- ued at about $3,O00, Duncan at that time was an inmate of the Middletowu State hospital, having been committed by the probate court of Bedding. Mi- chael Connor was appointed conserva. tor and various personal obligations against Duncan had been filed as elaine against the estate. Mir. Dun can made a voluntary assignment of his property though the conservator was still noninally In charge of his estate.
 It was this assignment which was contested in the bankruptcy court with the result that . keen legal battle de- veloped upon tho question of insanity. It was asserted by the creditors that Duncan, though insane, signed the document in lucid moment.
 Judge Banks has decided In favor of the Eurety company which will imms- diately take steps to procure judgment in civil action and take possession of the property to reimburse 1t for their honda
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
EAST END SOCIAL
 CLUB FIGHTS TO 1 KEEP QUARTERS
1kppealssFr From Justice Couri Jmy'ssV Verdict in Sum
 marysProcess Case.

The EasG End Social club, ono of 'jono local orsnuamtjons against which were nled when appH- }6a8aons for club licenses were firzt re 3eoxded, has appealed to the common 3nlees court in an sfsort to avoid beins 1nsted from the clptfs quarters at 1677 \ )l1onv1sw av0nua. Ths club has hlod '|a TT o3 error aantnst Virginia 6ulli- Ilxku. who owns tlhe promises occupied i1y the crsan5<3la-
 < Ghe brou&at . nummaFy prooass truaf asafnak tho dub hat May. alieg- i1nx t1Ao Nnnk Hnasrs had not paid 'rsnt ISse 1rhreh, Apru or Hay. She ciatp- Iod fhav laaspd tlae premises with the X Ivndenu u1nndfng tlha< 80 month would 'I6o -. M aASnmna. The action was j1oard na6ure JuGt3ce Hall and . jury ! TT verdactswas found in favor Of NY lnndla1y.
 c1qs.sa fur -<As dlub appealed a3ter l1na1h3 eanDepG1nn to Justice HATs \ e1,rrus to the 1uxy. IL was allDged. I I7hn FIT. aD fhs pSa1ntinv wftnaalea IGssmed to be falx<lvva and that he
 Su6nrxed to ono of the witnesses aa ts&IlnA unan ovar thers with cisar in ]hlp noullAs TAs aopdaI is rstQFnahAa I 1n t1bS Gsp6nnbar stuEm of court
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
Attach Body of: Labor Leader In
 Big Strike Suits

(continued from Page 1.) hasn't been found either. o'Leary Isn't in the city.
 Offers of real estate bonds in this city yesterday were refused by MT. Duffy. He preferred to get the cash from the national organization. He learned today that Attorney Rubin, the millionaire advocate of the Nation al Holders union. is coming here to fight the holders case.
 MT. Duffy said today the word was given out by the manuracturers that there would be no more benefits, for the strikers. now that their leader is under arrest. MT. Duffy said not a man returned to work after hearing this, because they received assurances that they would receive their weekly envelope as usual from the national union.
 MT. Duffy was pleased at the pledge of support from the Central Labor union. He said the holders wouldn't need any flnanciai support. however.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
Wife Holds Property of Stamford Man Who
 Lost In Damage Suit

Declaring that Hannah T. Weed of Stamford has charge of her husbands estate and refuses to turn it over to creditors, Thomas N. Cooke of stam- ford has brought suit against Mrs Weed for $12.0oo. Papers in the ac- ton were filed today in the superior court. Cooke brought suit against Edwin 4. Weed and ater prolonged htigation was awarded s10,sso by tho superior court. An appeal was taken to the supreme court where Cooke was again victorious When the sher- if went to serve the execution it was found Weeds property was in his wife's charge,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
CHOSEN STATE HEAD OF
 THE H|bERN|ANS
Resolutions Praise Wilson For Keeping United
 States Out of War.

Middletown, Aug. 24-The bi- ennial convention of the Ancient Or der of Hibernians adjourned this af- ternoon this afternoon and its meet ing place two years hence will be SC" lected by the state board made up or the four officers and the state chap lain. Officers elected were:
 President John F. Leeney. of New Britain; vice president, Andrew W. Conniff, of Danbury; secretary. John s. Mccarthy, of New Haven, for his sixth term; treasurer, Major E. T. Lyons, of Hartford, for his eighth term.
 The convention recommended .tc Bishop Milan the name of Father Flannery, of Hazardville, for state chaplain.
 Many resolutions were adopted some of them at length. In one ale glance is reaffirmed to the Pope, the Catholic church, the Bishop and the clergy and to Ireland as the mother country. Tn part, the resolutions say:
 we unreservedly condemn any at- tempt which entails partition or the nation Greland) and we commit our selves at all times to demands that II must receive from the governments of the world the place earned by long martyrdom; and to an ideal that has never been relinquished by majority of her sons,"
 As to the execution of Roger Case ment and his associates, the resolution condemns 1t. saying:
 I've have beheld the savagery pur- sued agains tthe truest patriots who have ever shed blood in the name or liberty, with unspeakable loathipg. We denounce the wholesale butchery which. forgetful of every human sen. timent, unmindful of every lawful convention and needless of objections from every civilized nation, done to . tortured end the little band of heroes who loved Erin and whose only crime was that undying affection. In special way we denounce tho inde- fensible execution of that Knight with- out fear and without reproach-Rogef Easement that for what he of- fered, the sacrifice of his life, we re. solve must be the object of our pray CTS and our activity till the land for which he died is as he would have Erin free among the nations his spirit will not rest content until his soul which we now beseech may be with his God"
 Another resolution pledged the order to the work of freeing Ireland, and asserts loyalty to the United States. Regarding President Wilson, the reso- lution said in part:
 "To President Woodrow Wilson, and to all the rulers to whom we owe al legiance we tender submission and loyalty and express a feeling of grati- tude for the efforts made to retain our nation unoomplicated with the dissen- sions which divide other people, and we proffer our aid in every legitimate way to second the efforts of those who govern us, to secure . continuance of peace and prosperity to our country" Another resolution recommended the continuance Of study of Irish history in all schools-that the military branch should be increased and that state arr mories should be thrown open to 1t 70 that by drilling the commands may be in readiness to call from state or nation should it's services be required
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
State Committeeman
 Meet at Morris Cove

Members of the Democratic State Central committee are in session at the TabaFd Inn, Morris Cave. today. to decide on the place and date of the convention to nominate the state ticket. Af- ter the meeting Town Chairman Hugh J. Lavery will decide on the dates for primaries and the town and city con- vention to name delegates for the state, senatorial. congressional and probate conventions. The members of the state central committee from Bridgeport are Michael J. Clabby, 21st district; P. H. Brady. 22nd district and William F. Russell, '23rd dis trict.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
The Shaker" is great sweater.

In the first place it is made of strong wool yarn In the second place it put together in way that has made the "Shaker" famous the world Tis sweater that all kinds of usage stands the test of service and good looks.
 The sweater in late years has to many pur poss go tenns all kinds of out door exercise and the auto Men engaged in out of door work find the sweater piabe than extra coat There many men, too who find sweater comfortable about their homes.
 Colors red blue, brown grey and white and they are cut V neck or with rolling collar.
 For boys or men,-s2.00 to $750.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
JAMES E. BRENNAN

The funeral of James E. Brennan, the well known railroad conductor was held this morning from his home, 1475 Main street at s;30 and from St. Augustine's dhurch at 9 o'clock, where Rev. J. Moran celebrated the high mass of requiem. Many sorrowing relatives and friends attended and a beautiful display of floral offerings was observed. The pallbearers were intimate friends, all members of the Loyal Order of Moose. The burial was in the family plot at St. Michaers cemetery where Father Moran read the committal service
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
Two Big Diaries To
 Raise Price of Milk

The Mitchell Dairy and the Borden Co.,, who are the largest distributors of milk at retail in the city. have an nounced an advance in the price or pints nf milk from i've cents to SIX cents. The avance takes effect to- morrow. At the off1ces of both com panies today it was said tho increase was made necessary because milk producers have raised prices, and in- creases in wages have been given de- livery men, bottle washers, etc. The prices for delivery of milk in quart lots ranges between g and 12 cents
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
AUTOMOBILES COLLIDE

Tn collision at Kossuth and 6trat- ford avenues this morning. the auto- mobiles of Angelo Barone of 2S7 Dav- enport street and Mrs. Susan Hart of 33 Drew place. were damaged. Tho Barone machine was operated by Vin- gent Masse of 167 Willard ktreet. while Max A.Thompson of 155 Reards- ley street, was driving Mrs. Drew's car, One turned from Kossuth street and ran into the rear of the other. on Stratford avenue.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
L-l JOxGCE

1hH~s viti bs . caucus of the Dem. toesat1s ye<Nea e tho Town of Fair- Insdd. hSlA 0a 1tidAv evening, Aug. IDS. 1e11 ak . ~al00ik. at the Fairfield Town Hatl Es1 ti.e purposs of elect |1ng asasgakAs fsv tho state, congress r0ona1 and ssRAkortal conventions, to M. heA h the fall sf 1s1e.
 Per 0Fdsy,
 H, B, ELWOOD, CAnlyRaAa DAmecratic Town Com. patsd at yairfisiA, this the 18th day es AsguSt. 1s1s'
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
INVADERS" ARE FOUND BY OUR
 DEFENSE FLEET

Washington Aug. 2t-The fleet of enemy transports bringing an in- vading army to be landed on the Att lantic seaboard have been found by the defending fleet and the first point in the big naval war game goes to the defending forces. E.
 No word has come of the where- abouts of the hostile battle fleet conn manded by Admiral Mayo, but it is supposed to be near the transports.
 Admiral Helm is sweeping the ocean toward the last known position of the enemy with . line of scouts covering several hundred miles.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
JOHN c. WTsEMAN

The funeral of John c. wisenan was largely attended from his late home in Stratford avenue near Bruce's Brook at 2:30 this afternoon. Rev. Daniel M. Lewis. pastor of the New. field M. B. church conducted the ser vices. Burial was in Lakeview ceme- tery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
Judge a trunk by its sturdiness.

Real test of trunk is how it will stand knocking about Will come through in good shape Is it trunk you proud to claim at different stops your trpf One who chooses wisely makes strength the first requisite.
 Canvas covered trunk, well protected with chestnut sat fibre bound and brass trimmed Sizes 28 to 36 nches $4.50 to $650
 Fibre trunk built of threepy basswood strongly rv- eted and all edges protected, linen lined throughout | $750 to $1250.
 Auto robes for tourists, comfortable for chilly lings. $Sb0 to $l25O
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
JAMES H. BROWN DEAD.

Stamford, Aug. 24->James Huston Brown, widely known in business cir- cles in New York City, and for years connected with the American Tobacco f1dsntial capacity, died today, aged 6s. after a long illness. He was mem- Der of the Old Guard and the Holland Club. His widow and sister survive.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
Park City Council Will Receive Class
 of 35 Candidates

Thirty-hvs candidates will receive the first and second degrees at a meet. ing of the Park City council, No. IS. this evening It the chapter house. lso Wsshington avenue. The Bridge port degree team will of1ciate. 4 luncheon will be served
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
Mack Resigns From
 Remington Arms Co

P. E. Mack. assistant controller o' the Remington Arms & Ammunition Co.,, resigned his position with the company. today. His resignation De- came effective at once. D. A. Shep- herd, who has been with the Arms Co. for the past year, succeeds MT. Mack
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
OBITUARY
MABEL sCHAUWECKER

Mabel. the i've days old daughter of Theodore and Kate 6chauwecker, died at the homo of her parents. 210 James street this morning. The funeral was held this afternoon at 3 o'clock and burial was in Mountain Grove ceme- tory.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
HARCOOD CoeHDENT
 RANE6 WILL OBTAIN a xx1OGzE1GARrS SERylCES

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 unol oh1n1h thn osgv1cas Of 4eoa3a |mnnuunn. oG fhe Ch1na&o C>a,&
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
PERSONAL MENTION.

Mrs. H. F. Reddy and Miss Julia Flinter of 1,1o2 East Main street and Mrs John Brennan of Colorado ave nue are spending two weeks in the Barkshirea,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24

small fire in a dump on Norman street just above North avenue this morning was extinguished with little damage by No. Engine company and No. chemical.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24

The Greek steamship Ioannina. which sailed from New York We'd nesday for Pirarus. Greece, put back to port in a leaking condition.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24

DWE = 'AG1E4 f1 room house and besu, { nlnnAas from trolley. 10 recm heuep RHA barn. 2 acres of
 1aaA. CFasn6leA 1lf1is room cot
 taee. t0OneveaasNks. Denver Ave, /: . fN4z1r beNss. 1Gauiewood avenue:
 nMGy hOslae, Staples Street.
 Watson, A1 yAAFAlslA Aye.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24

undertaken an effort to check the growing cost of food.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24
The Cunard liner saxonia arrived at New York from Liverpool.

While peeping at motorist hug ging a girl in an automobile, Fair mount Park, Philadelphia. Edward Roland was shot dead.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24

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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24

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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-24

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