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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
TROLLEY FORMS
 POCKET TO HALT RUNAWAY HORSE
Ashman Flung Headfrst To
 Sidewalk When His Rig And Car Collide.

A disastrous runaway in the heart of the city painfully bruised William Mayvi11e, an ashman, who gave his ad- dress as 79 State street, displayed heroism upon the part of a police man and civilian and created a panic on Main street at 12:3O today.
 A collision near NGo1d and Main streets between the one horse rig loaded with empty ash barrels and a, trolley car resulted in wild dash of the frightened animal towards Main street and Fairfield avenue.
 There was a scampering of women into available doorways, while a crowd collected about the prostrate form of Mayville in front of the Stratfe1d ho- tel Dr. J. H. Canavan responded to the am bu1ance call.
 Mayvi1Ie, at the emergency hospital was treated for a 1acerated left eye and bruises about the body. When picked up from the sidewalk where he had been thrown from his over turned wagon he was unconscious.
 The horse, a handsome young dap p1e-gray beast, dragging a broken whif1etree behind him, was stopped by the combined efforts of William MastaIl, 577 Warren street and Traf- f1c Policeman Hugo Fischer, who cornered the animal between a car and automobile. The clothes of MastalI were covered with dirt. In restraining the horse from further running Policeman Fischer twisted his right wrist before he safely sta bIed it in Keenan's livery Stable.
 Mayville, seated on his wagon, had just turned south from Gold street. when the horse took fright, striking 8 north-bound trolley car. The wagon careened to the right and was pulled completely over the horse made a jump towards the side walk on which were a number of men and women pedestrians. Smith struck heavily upon his head, lying unconscious as the horse freed it self from the wagon and ran south. Smith had revived before the anbu- lance arrived.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
FATALLY INJURED AS TROLLEY GAR HURLS HIM DOWN F. J. Pendergast, Crossing Crescent Avenue, Receives
 Skull Fracture. OFFER LITTLE HOPE
 FOR HIS RECOVERY Crew Declares Brakes Were Set But Vehicle Couldn't
 Be Stopped.

Crossing the street at Crescent ave- hue and William street on his way from the main office of the Wheeler & Howes Coal CO, to the coal yards on the south side of the street, Patrick J. Pendergast. 62. Of 1.02S State street. o'clock this afternoon and critically Injured.
 Witnesses say. that Pendergast was crossing the street as the trolley car rounded the curve near Challengers s newsroon1. They also that the brakes of the car were set but before the trolley could be brought to a stop Pendergast was struck and knocked down. O1Ae Of the wheels grazed 8 leg. He was rsemoved to Bridgeport hospital in the emergency hospital ambulance. He suffered a fracture of the skull at the base and internal in juries. At Bridgeport hospital it was said that his condition is critical and little hope held for his recovery.
 The crew in charge of the car were ATotornnan- P. R. Jones, R80 Stratford 952 State street. They reported the accident to Supt. c. III. Chapman aud continued on duty.
 Officials of the Connecticut Co. say that Pendergast was running across the street in front of the trolley car at the time, and that it was impossible to stop the car before he was struck. Pendergast is an old emp1oye of the Wheeler. & Howes Co, where he was with his son-in-law, Hugh Gregory, 1,o2S State street, employed at the Public Market. In the summer Fender gast works for the city. He had just returned from his lunch when the ac- cident occurred.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
D. s. LIKELY TO ACCEPT CARRANZA PROPOSAL ON
 TROOPS CROSSING LINE

Washington, March 13-The United States will reply to General Carranza' s request for a reciprocal arrangement for crossings of troops at the Mexican border late today after Secretary Lam sing has conferred with President Wilson. It was indicated that Car ranza's proposal would be accepted.
 The acceptance probably will be made on the ground that Carranza troops may cross into American terri tory in pursuit of bandits at any time that American forces are not present in sufficient numbers. It was pointed out that the Inability of the Carranza troops to handle the situation in northern Mexico is the sole ground for entry of American soldiers.
 In that way American officials ex- pete the situation will be relieved of it's chief menaeing feature. They ex- pressed the view today that great deal <of unnecessary pessimis1n exists as to General Carranza's, attitude. As to the attitude of the Mexican. people themselves, however, there is some concern, but it is realized that only the developments of the next few days can clear up that phase of the situa- ton.
 ' Senator Stone and Senator Sals- bury, of the foreign relations com mittee, discussed the Mexican situa- ton with the President today and learned that the PresidentNbe believes he
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13

can make a reciprocal arrangement for pursuit of bandits on either side of the boundary without the consent of the Senate.
 The President has under conside. "a ton one proposal from a member of the cabinet that a zone 40 miles wide be established along the boundary be- tween Mexico and the United States in which authorities of both nations would have the right to pursue out laws.
 The war department was still with out advicess early today to whether American troops had crossed into Mexico. Secretary Baker said he had not heard of any crossing and reiter- ated his promise to make the news public as soon as 1t reached him He added that the mornings despatches contained nothing of importance that could be given out.
 There was no indication at the war department that negotiations for re- ciproca1 arrangements had in any way altered the situation on the border. Publication of Carranza's manifesto declaring that armed invasion of Mex ico in pursuit of Villa would not be tolerated except on a reciprocal basis, apparently has not resulted in any change of General F'unston's instruc- tions to proceed with the pursuit of Villa in his own way and at such time as he thought best.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
LIQUOR CLUB
 REM0NSTRANCE
 HEARINGS SOON
Commissioners Will Act Within Few Days on Pas
 tors' Protests.

There are nine clubs from this city and one from Stratford whose app1ica- tions for liquor licenses have not yet been heard by the county commis- sioners. It was stated today in the comrnissi oners' offices that hearings on the rem onstrances against the 10 organizations would be assigned at a meeting to be held in a few days. Ap- plications of three clubs already have been denied.
 The names of the clubs whose ap- plications are still pending are: Ox- ford, Acorn A. C., Pembroke East End A. C., Liberty A. C., Bridgeport Gaelic, Bridgeport A. C., Young Elm mets,N Bridgeport Musical Protective union, all of this city and the Indus trial Taxpayers club of Stratford.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
FAVORS PLANTO PRUNE BOARD OF
 EDUCATION TO '
Commissioner DeLoss To Present Plan for Reorgan-
 ization Tonight.

When the board of education meets tonight it is likely that Harry H. De- Loss will present his plan for a pro- vision in the proposed commissi on form of government charter that the board may be continued but it's per sonnel be made smaller. MT. DeHoss who is chairman of the committee on this matter has been hard at work on it for a long time past. He cannot agree with John s. Pullman and other members of the committee appointed to draft a charter for commissi on form of government, that the board of education should be abolished and this department placed under the di- rection of one commissioners
 MT. DeLosS was not ready today to make known his views on the matter but some time ago it was known he favored retaining a board of seven members to handle educational mat ters. He considers the present board of twelve members too unwie1dy to be practical. I8ately however MT. De- Loss has come to the conclusion that a board of five members would be better able to handle school matters.
 It is said that his report on this matter and his plan would have been forthcoming sooner but that President Elmer H. Ravens of the board had not attended meetings which his com mittee had held. Col. Ravens is not enthusiastic for commission govern ment and he prefers to have the board as it is with twelve members.
 ommissioner DeLoss was elected to the school board on the Citizens ticket last fall. pr. c. c, Godfrey the other member elected with him on the Citizens ticket is also a member of the committee to make the special charter provision mentioned. AL though the Citizens party and it's candidates were supposed to stand for commission form of government, Dr. Godfrey is not in favor of the abolish ment of the board of education but believes it would be better to continue the board as a separate commission of five members.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
TROOPS OFF TO BORDER, US. HEADQUARTERS AT
 MONTEREY. GAL, BURNED

Monterey, Cal.,, March 1S-The headquarters building of the Monterey lpresidio was totally destroyed by fire today, about six hours after being vacated by troops of the first cavalry who left for the Mexican border. Fire men who attempted to extinguish the flames found that the water supply had been shut off at the source.
 : An investigation was started inn mediate1y Monterey was the Spanish and Mexican capital of California and the presidio occupied the site of the ancient military headquarters. The post consisted of old wooden barracks sufficient to accommodate a, regiment.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
ROONEY
 IS A VICTIM OF
 VENGEANCE PLOT
Friends of Special Police man Declare He Was
 Tempted Into Drinking.

Special Policeman John Rooney vof ] E287 Pequonpock street will be arraign- ed before the board of police commits sioners at their next meeting on the charges of intoxication while on duty. At the meeting, it is expected. either he or his friends will attempt to show that Rooney is a victim of g. plot.
 Following is the story told by one of Rooney's- friends:
 Rooney was always able to defend himself in the days Of the mom- orab1e fights between the gangs known as the Whyos and the Tigers of East Bridgeport. In those days, Jack Rooney was a champion and his friends were many. The recent cru sade' against improperly conducted cabarets caused Manager Frey1er to procure the services of a special po- liceman. He chose Rooney to act in that capacity.
 "A week ago last Saturday night, shortly before midnight, four promi- nent young men of this city became boisterous in the Fairfield cabaret, impending disturbance. He had most of the party elected. One of them re- turned to the cabaret and was telling how he had licked cops from here to Arizona and back again. He was sud denly grabbed by the neck by Rooney
 
 where he was charged with commit ting breach of the peace and abu- sive language. The father of one of the young men not arrested furnished a bond of $100 for the release of the prisoner. The latter failed to appear in city court the following morning and the bond of $100 was declared forfeited. : zE
 ssThe prisoner is an empIoye of the Remington. Arms & Ammunition Go. A group of young men employed at the Arms plant decided to get square with Rooney. They visited the Fair field cabaret last Monday night and invited Special Policeman Rooney to have a. drink.
 '"The latter was ton the wagon however, and he refused. He was again approached at o'clock and again he refused the invitation.A The boys then wanted it known that there were no hard feelings between them selves and Rooney. This was pleas ing information to Rooney and after few minutes conversation in order to set himself right wish the boys Policeman Rooney accepted the invi- tation to have a few schooners in an a1leyway adjoining Harry Quinn's /cafe.
 s.As fast as Rooney could drink the gang carried more from the saloon. He later accepted a few gin rickeys and pretty soon the special cop was under the weather.
 Rooney was then led back to the cabaret where he was abandoned to his fate. His condition was noticed by patrons of the place and it is a1- Ieged that one of them telephoned the matter to President John c. Stan ley of the police board.
 s'It is said Stanley visited the cab aret where he saw the condition of the special policeman. He denies the story
 FreyIer Immediately discharged Rooney and the matter was reported to Superintendent Eugene Birrning- ham by President Stanley. The latter ordered an investigation of the case which will be discussed at the meet ing of the police commissioners We'd nesday night. A special meeting will be held during the week to hear zee charges as preferred against Rooney.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
EXPLOSIONS, FOLLOWING FIRE, CAUSE .SlNKING OF
 BRITISH LINER AT PIER

St. John, N. B.. March 1s-The on fire for more than 24 hours, was sunk at her dock today soon after a series of explosions during which her commander and designer, Captain L. B. Githam was killed. Captain Gfth- am's body was recovered. It is ex- pectedi that the hull of the vessel may be raised and re1tted.
 The cargo, which was destined for New Zealand, was probably destroyed.
 Fire was discovered in the foreho1d early yesterday. Matatua was in the
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13

Columbus, N. M March 13-Actual concentration of United States troops for an expedition into Mexico to try to capture Francisco Villa, was begun here today.
 From the heavy troop movement to ,Co1umb bus, it would seem according to officers on station here that this point is to be made a base of opera tions. It was believed here that Brig. General J. Pershing, command ing the eighth brigade, would be des- ignated to take charge of the exped1- tionary force and would make Co., Iunabus his headquarters.
 The force of General Pablo Bestani, commanding the Carranza Garrison at Palornas, on the Mexican side of the border south of here, was in creased today by the arrival of 500 men, bringing his force to a total of 2,0OO.
 By tonight or tomorrow it is ex- pected that the American garrison here of HOO men will be augmented by the arrival at EI Paso of two reg1- ments of infantry, a signal company, & hospital detachment and some mountain artillery from Fort Bliss and battery of the sixth field ar tillery from Nogales, Ariz. Two squadrons from the 12th cavalry from Fort Robinson, Neb., are expected later All save the cavalry from Fort Robinson, which is to go on sta ton hero, are apparently to be avail able for the expedftionary purposes.
 Reports were received here also that a squadron of 10th cavalry and a second battery of the sixth field artillery is on it's way east from Douglas. presumably bound for Co., Iumbus. It was reported that all available forces of the 7th cavalry, 400 men, are in the field in the Alama- heco district, near Nogales, and Ben son, southern Arizona
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13

These were of the type common at the presidio of San Francisco, where several persons. including the wife and three daughters of Brig. General John J. Pershing were burned to death.
 The headquarters safe and the con- tents of the ~postoffice were saved; all other records were destroyed. Major Flames G. Harbord, in charge of the post, refused to discuss the origin of the fire until he had made his own investigation.
 Much weight was given by military authorities it became known owing to the fact that the fire started in the headquarters building.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13

stream ready to sail She was lowed back to her dock where firetugs and the local department apparently sub dued the flames.
 Several hours later, however, there were a number of explosions, thought to have started from a quantity of calcium carbide. Captain Githam was in his stateroom at the time and his means of escape were cut off. His body was found close to the door.
 The second fire which followed the explosions burned so fs-ceIy that the seacOe ks of the vessel were opened and she was allowed to sink.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
Five Leave Fort Wright
 For Stations In Texas

Fort H. G. Wright, N. r., March 13 Tine first effect. of the Mexican diff culty insofar as the New London artiI- 1ery district is concerned was left Sun day when Captain T. R. Jones, surgeon at the Fort Wright hospital, left under orders for Fort Sam Houston, Tex. Today four first class privates% in the hospital service left for the same des- tination.
 During the previous Mexican crisis all of the 1,20o coast artillerymen were held in readiness to go to the front at a moments notice.
 SMALL GARRISON AT FORT
 Coottonoo0o March f 12-The las Of
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
AMBASSADOR GERARD
 GIVEN PERMISSION
 TO TAKE VACATION

Washington, March 18.LWord has gone to American Ambassador James Gerard at Berlin authorizing him to leave his post for a vacation. Secre- tary Lansing has had no word from MT. Gerard as to when the aLnbassa- dor will take his leave or where he will spend it.
 State department officials say there is absolutely no political significance in the granting of leave to MT. Gerard at this time.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
is REPORTED
 HELD FOR BIG RANSOM

h Fl Paso, NIerch 13-A report that James BiIboa, an American cattleman of Fl Paso. is being held in Northern Mexico in S1 ,50O ransom was received today. Business associates of Bilboa have gone to the Big Bend country in Texas about 20 miles east of here, to investigate.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
CARRANZISTAS TO AID
 COLONY OF MORMONS

EI Raso. March 1s-Troops of Mex iican% casalryshave been despatched from Lague, for Chihuahua to aid the 500 members of the Mormon colony concentrated at that point but now cut off from communication with either Chihuahua City or Juearez.
 General Gaviera, commandant at Juarez, received news of the new cav airy movement from General Garza this morning.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
CHICAGO FIRM OFFERS
 TAXIS AND CHAUFFEURs

Chicago, March 13-A local tadcab company operating 200 cabs in this city has offered the war department the use of all its machines, with chauffeurs. A telegram sent to the war department today stated that the ehauffeurs had all volunteered for service in case of need! on the Mex lean border.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
FLYNN ESTATE.

An inventory of the estate of Anne M Flynn filed in the probate court today shows $1,100 equity in real es- tate situated in Freeman street. Jere- miah Harrington and Vincent M.' Whitney are the appraisers. The property in question is valued at $2.- 800, on which there is a mortgage of S700 f
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
SPARKS START FIRE.

Sparks escaping from a furnace in the cellar at the home of Louis Ruoss, 360 Center street, set fire to the wood work Of the coal bin at 2:30 this morning. The blaze was extinguished by chemicals used by firemen from No. Engine Company, who answer ed a still alarm. No damage was done.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
]. S. TROOPS TO CROSS LINE TO-DAY;
 CARRANzA PROPOSAL TO BE ACCEPTED

Several Troops of Cavalrymen at Arizona Line Will Cross Boundary Immediately, Says Re port To Ell PasO, Despite Gen. FunstOns An nOuncement That Movement of ExpeditiOnary- Force May Be Delayed -Carranza General COnfers With Pershing- Town Raided By Villa Will Be Base For Punitive Expedition
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13

El Paso, Tex, March 13n spite denals reports persisted heretoday that cavalry Arizona ~
 au gathered Tor immediate crossing of the Mexican and that they might at today
 An advance guard cavalry troops collected that border two days ago with prospect might be the first force into
 The point where the cavalry expedition reported gather ing to enter Mexico from the Arizona boundary Bernardno, Mex.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
Carmelite Fathers
 To Give Mission
 For Local Women

A mission for women only will be conducted all this week at St. Mary,s church by the Carmelites, Fathers Devlin and Mccaffrey. The ser vices will be held at 5:3O and 8 a. m and TAB p. m. daily
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
ARMED LINER SAILS.

Washington, March 13-Collecto or Malone at New York was instructed today to allow the Italian steamship America to clear from that port with the two guns aft which she carried on her arrival several days ago.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
Carranza General Meets Pershinq,

Fl Paso, Tex, March 13-General Gabriel Gaviera andhg the Caranza forces at Juarez Fl morning hold conference with Pershng mand Bliss General Gaviera said the meeting Mexican consulate
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
NATIONAL BANK CALL
 ISSUED FOR MARCH 2

Washington, March 13-The comp tro11er of the currency today issued a call to all national banks requiring g them to report to him their condition at the close of business on Tuesday, March 2.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
Won't Start Today, Funston Says

San Antonio, Tex, March 13No movement the tonary forces that will probable today Major General Funston announced today The said the preparations for the expedition going despite Carranzas notification to the Washington would not American troops entering Carranza troops allowed to the
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
IRON WORKS BURNED.

Lansing, Mich. March 18-The Tri- Mountain Iron Works of the Copper Range Corporation, near Houghton, was burned today with a loss of S2O0.- 900.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
SPANISH STEAMER AGROUND.

London, March 1s-The Spanish steamship Maria, 2,15S tons gross, Marsei1les for Hampton Roads, owned in Bi1boa, has grounded off Cezimbra. Portugal, and is considered total loss.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
FREDERICK-CRAFT

A marriage license was granted to- day to Alfred Frederick, 21, machin- ist of 399 John street and Frances Craft, 19, of the same address. The bride had the consent of her guardian
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
THE WEATHER.

Partly cloudy tonight and Tuesday. Somewhat colder tonight; moderate to fresh west to north winds.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13

the seven trains carrying the 11th caE- airy to the Mexican border left Fort Ogelthorpef early today. The train carried wagons, the machine guns and machine gun troop. Only 50 men re- main at the post.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
STUDENTS LEAVE F1oRT.RInEY.

Junction City, Kas., March 1S- Fourteen student officers Of the mounted service school, left Fort Riley today for the border to join the six cavalry regiments.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13
AMERICAN EAaPBoYEs RECALLED

Washington, March 1S.-Au Ameri- can employees of the. American SmeIt- Ing & Refining Go. nave been with drawn from Mexico it was announced by the company today. The men ar rived at Laredo, Texas, today from the
 smelting plants at Monterey and Mate huaIa. Operations were resumed in
 these plants about six or eight weeks ago.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-03-13

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