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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15

 SUFFRAGE NEWS
(Mrz. Edward Porritt, Hartford.)

In the news service of the Con necticut Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage the statement is made that the Suffra gists of Connecti- cut have abandoned thet claim that there are four million women entitled to vote in the equal suffrage states. The Connecticut association has not abandoned this contention, because it is firmly based on the figures of the United States census. and on the per centages of increase in population for previous decadesA The misunder- standing may have arisen from the fact that the Anti-Suffragists have confused our claims as to the mum Der of women entitled to vote in the states where they. are fully enfran- chised and those in Illinois who have the vote for Presidential electors and for municipal officers and questions All these women will have vote in the coming Presidential election, but the women of the western states will vote for Congressmen and Senators as well as for President, the Illinois women for President only.
 The figures on which the claim of 100000 women entitled to vote is made are given in the United States census of 1910. In the II equal suf- frage states there were then 2,097,- 654 women over 21 years of age. In Illinois there were 1.567,491 women over 21. The increase in population in the United States generally was 21 per cent. in the decade from 1900 to 1910. This would give an increase of 461,858 women in the six years since the census was taken, making in all 4,137,OO3 women in the equal suffrage states over 21 years of age. This would allow 1876 for Orien- taIs and other women who could not become citizens. But a very much greater allowance might be made and yet leave four million possible voters among the women; for it is a matter of common knowledge that the popu- lation in the states where women vote is increasing far more rapidly than in the Eastern states. In the decade 19O0-1910 the population of Washing ton increased 45 per cent; that of Montana 70 per cent, and that of Wyoming 82 per cent. Illinois in creased 26 per cent, while Vermont increased only 3.4 per cent. and not Florida, had an increase equa1/to the average of the United States. Hence it may be seen that the Suffragist claim of 100000 women voters is well within the mark, and suffra- gist claims that in any election all these women would vote, any more than all the men vote in an election. They are potential voters and such must be regarded by the politicians. Probably, not more than 75 per cent. of them would vote in an ordinary election.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
CHILDREN AND
 STREET PERILS

Here is the kind of thing that hap pens day after day in the public high ways. A wagon or automobile is drawn up by the side of the street in some neighborhood thiclxIy populated with children. An autom obile comes along at good rate of speed. From behind the standing vehicle a child dashes across the street in the path of the machine. It often happens that the motorist cannot stop in time to avert an accident.
 This often happens in districts oc- cupfed by aliens. but it may occur anywhere. Where families are large, a hard working woman has no time to look after her scattered brood. Children cannot safely play in the streets. They should learn about these periis the day they are able to understand the first word of com mand. No matter how humble or how ignorant the family, little bud ding life has big possibilities, and everyone who uses the streets should do his best to assure it's safety.
 In this peril the mischief of build ing houses and tenements without suitable playgrounds becomes .appar- ent An active child is bound to kick up it's heels somewhere. If there is no home playground, the street will inevitably serve.
 - In such occurrences as described above, public sentiment usually favors the motorist. It is held that children should know better than dash across the streets without looking. Yet if a driver would cut his speed way down through thickly populated districts, this kind of thing would rarely hap pen.
 It is safe to assume s0when a butch CTS or bakers cart is drawn up at one side, that some youngster is con ducting an investigation of it's con tents from the rear. Having conc1ud- ed his observations, he is liable to pop out any minute, and he is beyond the influence of motor horns. The motorist should anticipate him and be running slowly enough to stop. It is not so much of a calamity to re- duce speed in crowded districts as some drivers seem to think.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
A Rent Saver.

Every one interested in economizing on space in the house and yet adding to a rooms attractiveness will be in- terested in the display of the Kindel divanettes and Davenport beds at Nothnagle's busy home furnishing store, corner Main and Elm streets. The KindeI is the different kind; a splendid piece of upholstered furni- tune in the day time and one simple operation makes a. luxurious bed of it at night. No tugging the piece away from the wall, no unsightly metal parts in view and other similar ob- jections are not found in the KindeL Visit the. dem monstration all the week at the store and have the special clu b offer for the week only, explained to yOu.-Adv.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15

Rome, Italy, May 13.-"It won't be necessary for women to smash win dows and go to Jail to get their rights tobeI sPankhurst to a correspondent of The Associated Press during her visit here for the purpose of forming a clo- Ser organization of the women of Italy with those of France and England.
 tfThis war is helping the cause of women wonderfuTy.'' she continued 1ssWe are helping the men with all our might. with all our strength. and T am sure they will appreciate this fact when the war is over. Besides Europe then will be mentally and spir- itualIys fifty years ahead of where it was before the war started. There has been an exaggeration for instance of the amount of physical destruction caused by it, but one cannot exagge- rate the mental awakening it has brought. and this means a broader out look on the position of woman
 This mental male revolution was sorely needed both in- England and in Germany I feelN that in helping to down Germany. as the women of Eng ing, by their physical force. we are putting down the great enemy of wo- mankind. The Kaiser, you know, has always frustrated the efforts of Ger man women to rise from their subor- dinate position, and he typifes the attitude of the German men. At that, hoWever, the German women will have to fight out their own salvation after the war; along with the men. They won't get any help from us. There has been too much internation- alism heretofore. Now, it will be a. matter for each nation to solve many of it's own problems and in particular the German nation.
 England has been driven out of conservation, at last. We women have shown English men that we are worth something that we are not in- ferior creatures. I am sure thatSif women had had say in the conduct of thd war England would have been ready quicker. One of our rnisfor- tunes has been that the young, men, the open-minded men, have gone to the front to fight leaving the old slow minded men, in charge. Take the case of the effort to get steel helmets for the men so that they might be
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
TODAY'S POEM
TO THE DISTANT ONE.
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Through wild byways I come to you.
 my love,
 Nor ask of those I meet the surest
 way;
 What way I turn I cannot go astray And miss. you in my life. Though
 fate. may prove
 tardy guide, she will not make
 delay, Leading me through strange seas and I'm coming still,, though slowly. to
 your hands. We'll meet one day. There is so much to do. so little done In my life's space that. I. perforce Love at the moonlit tryztinlE place Till fame and other. little things were
 won -'s~ f-7 Much have I lost that I shall not
 retrieve. Far shall I wander yet with much Much I-shan spurn before Iyet meet So fair can't deceive. Your name is in the whisper of the Like Beauty calling for a poets
 song
 To one whose harp has suffered
 many a wrong In the lean hands of pain. But when
 the broods Of flower eyes waken all the
 streams a1ong, In tender whiIes feel most near to
 you. o, when we meet there shall be sun
 and blue,
 Strong as the spring is strong. IF. Ledwidge Glance CorporaD, iu the Spectator.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15

protected from bullets and especially from bits of exploding shells. After these helmets had proven useful in France, the old men in England were still discussing the advisability of us ing them.
 "If women had been in charge of the supplying of their soldiers with protecting helmets, do you suppose they would have hesitated to rnanufac- ture them in a hurry? Women are too efficient for that. Besides their very love would have urged them on. Possibly the largest lesson for men in this war, as regards us, is that wo- men know how to do mans work, and often better than men themselves Eng fish women are driving motor cars. are working in the factories, on the farms, everywhere. In England we have once more learned the lesson, of labor with the hands, and with woman s hands at that. To-day no woman in England, no matter what her rank, is afraid to work, and this is a lesson we in England will not forget after the war. That's one reason why I have always admired the people in the United States-they appreciate the honor of labor, of hard work, and are not ashamed of it.. God pity them if their wealth makes them ever for get this truth.
 This dignity of labor, of woman s labor, is going to have large inf1u- ence on the marriage question, on the question of population. It has been asked: What will become of the young men of Europe of marriageable age after the war is over, when there are not enough husbands to go around or when the men feel themselves too poor to get married and assume the responsibilities of family life.
 Well. the women who must go un- married will bear their hard lot as they have always borne it; they will work and keep on contributing their ser vices to the nation, in a greater degree than in the past. But we must admit that happy marriage is the cnly sen sib1e thing for any woman, and I think that the marrying mans fear of poverty will be gotten around in this way. Women are ready to work now outside of their homes, there is TO longer any stigma attached to it, and they will keep on doing so, joining their wages with that of their hus- ioanGs to maintain the bome.t'
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15

The young man who stoutly main tains that it is quite ridiculous for his father to insist upon going. to the same dance that he does and trip the light fantastic. toe as merrily as he does has something to learn about old heads and young hearts.
 How is a youth to realize that the average daddy feels quite as young at heart as his son does? Ii, may not look very dignif1ed for the white haired man to hop about a glazed floor like a, bewildered fly upon window pane but he knows why he is doing it. Not so much that he hopes to cut a good figure with young women that lit is mighty important to his health not only to keep his avoirdupois down, but to keep the rheumatic twinges out of his joints and the lun1bago from his back.
 A man is never so old that his heart will not beat faster when the band starts up A good old familiar waltz. The present seems to slip from him and in imagination he is one of the boys again, valiantly suing for the favor of the prettiest girl at the ball. Daddy is as nimble of foot now as he was then, he assures himself. 7 He was the idol of al the lassies when he used to tread the measures of the stately minuet, or if he was in a gayer mood, cavort through the merry Highland Fling, or the Money Musk.
 The new-fangled dances bother him a little but he does not intend that they shall down him. The pleasantest recollections of his life are connected with the joys of the dance. It was at a ball he fTst behe1d the girl he was to love and wed. He cut out a rival at that selfsane ball, but was niser- able all the long hours of the night that followed because he must submit to that rival seeing her home.
 It was to invite her to another ball that he first called upon her. At that dance,f with his arm folded more close lX about her waist than the require ments of the steps demanded, he whis- .pered his love for her in her ear. A dance followed their wedding feast and they went to balls until their fast arriving family provided another way For them to spend their evenings.
 If daddy is a bit clumsy at tango ing and can get any. of the girls who are good uatured enough to forego the pleasure of waltzing with a spruce young fellow whose handclasp brings the warm blood to both heart and cheek dance with him, who should have the heart to say him nay?
 The man who enjoys dancing never grows old. He could give old Ponce de Econ tips on finding the fountain of youth and clinging tenaciously to youth and it's joys.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
CORNER FOR COOKS
FISH OMELET.

This is a good way of using up the remains of cold fish left over from a meal. Free the fish from all skin and bones and break up into a sauce pan with about half an ounce of but ter, season with pepper and salt and add enough white sauce or milk to moisten the fish. Stand aside and keep hot while you prepare. the fol- lowing mixture: Break three eggs into a basin, beat up lightly, add one tablespoonful of milk. Melt an ounce of butter in an ome1et paA. Pour in the eggs. stir over a quick fire until the mixture begins to set, then shake well. Put the prepared dish into the middle of this, and fold over. Serve at orce.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
CHILDREN's EMPLOYMENT
 DURING VACATION

The problem of finding useful oc- cupation for children during vaca- tion begins to worry parents as the school year draws to a close. Though the youngsters are supposed to suffer from strain of school life, they often get more tired and nervous during vacation. Some useful occupation for part time serves as a balance wheel to i'll regulated activity.
 The United States Buerau of Edu- cation recommends that in each school there Sbe one teacher who has practical Knowledge about gardening. This teacher should be employed throughout the year. She should help pupils select seed, visit gardens, and assemble children in groups for in structi0n in this work
 Many lawless ways disappear with regular tasks. Once a boy has seen his fruits and vegetables robbed by some youngster he gets the owner S point of view. After that, stealing things from a neighbor does not seem funny and glorious.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15

E. Pinkham' s Vegetable Compound and 1 took it, and now I feel like a new person. I don't suffer any more' and I am regular every month. Mrs. HAZEL HAMILTON, 822 South 18th St.
 When a remedy has lived for forty years, steadily growing in popularity and influence, and thousands upon thousands of women declare they owe 5heir health to it, is it not reasona- ,le to believe that it is an article of .sreat merit?
 If you want special advice write o Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine %. (confidentiaD, Lynn, Mass. Your letter will be opened, read md answered by 8 woman and ne1d in strict confidence.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
A Tailored Frock for Mild Days.

Particularly enchanting are tho tailored suits for mild days-dayS when it is too cool to be without a jacket, and yet too warm for serge or gabardine. FailIe is used for tbi5 costume, the color dark~Dlue. Notn- ing is smarter than blue or wears better. The interesting feature O. the suit is the jacket, which has 8 convertible collar. The back may b0 made with or without tab extensions, while the circular peplum is cut in three pieces. To make the entire costume requires 51a yards 44-inch or Az yards 54-inch materail
 As two styles of sleeves are provid- ed, the home dressmaker should be careful to distinguish between the coat sleeve and the fancy sleeve when cutting These are marked "H'' and ''I'', respectively, and plainly shown on the cutting guide The back of the jacket and back of the peplum. with the collar, are laid on a 1engthwise fold of the silk, while the front section of the peplum is placed on lengthwise thread The of the jacket are laid on a length wise thread
 If the back of the jacket is desired 0ithout extension cut off 3s inch below small "o'' perforations.
 Next to blue, gray is exceedingly popular for these silk tai1leurs. A soft, medium light tone, rather like 8 light castor. is the most favored Quite as effective as fa1lle and less expensive are the silk poplins. Gros de Londres and lightweight satins also make charming tailored cos tunes for summer.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
TOO MANY QUARRELs.

D. x. writes: "I am girl of IT.. Over a year, kept company with young man of our home town. We are of same height. If at a show, next day, girls. say, Better looking if both had same color hair and eyes Has that anything to do with love? I heard so
 much I stopped going with him He thought I was ashamed of him Not so One night in town, I met a boy Jiend. He invited me to the show. attended. One I kept company with saw me, angrily Our first love quar- rel resulted. Made up. Four of us out Walking-girI my chum. We quar- relied ;ouit Will we ever be recon ciled?'I
 Constant quarrels cause lasting sep- arations. Those who have few guar rels soon wed.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
BRAN BREAD AND OATMEAL COOKIES

There are many kinds of bran bread and I am not at all sure that I can please you since you cannot fur nish date of publication.
 One and one-half cups rye meal and cornmeaI, one cup of graham flour, one teaspoonfu1 of. salt, one teaspoonfuI of soda, dissolved in very little Water, and added to one cup of molasses. Mix well and steam three hours; then uncover and bake 20 minutes.
 Oat cookies are made as follows: Half a cup of sugar, one-third cup butter, one egg, If teaspoonful salt, one cup rolled oats or oatmeal 1-2 cup of four, 1-2 cup chopped raisins, 2 teaspoonfuls of cinnamon. ~1-4 tea spoonful of soda in one tablespoonful of hot water.
 Beat the butter and sugar to a cream mix in the other ingredients, adding the soda last. Roll dough out lightly and cut into cookies, or make into small balls like nuts, with the hands. and bake on buttered' tins in a mod erately hot oven.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
CORN oHoWDER.

Fry a half pound of diced salt pork in a big sauce pan until brown; add one sliced onion and cook until light brown; then add four sliced potatoes that have been parboiled 10 minutes, can of corn and a pint of boiling water cook until the vegetables are tender, then add quart of rich milk. pepper, salt and a half dozen crockers which have been soaked in a little milk. Serve with a cracker on each dish of soup. Goldfish may be used) in this dish in place of corn and is a most satisfying chowder. Add the salt fish, shredded and soaked, with the milk at the last
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
Co1D swEET PoTAToEs.

When there are cold sweet potatoes on hand, they may be utilized as fol- lows: Cut in lengthwise slices, place these in a baking dish and add little dabs of butter to each slice. Sprinkle them with a little salt and some su- gar. Add layers in this way until the dish is filled, then bake in a good oven for about three-quarters of an hour, meanwhile basting with butter.
 Another way that cold sweet pOta- toes may be used is still simpler. Slice them 1engthwise and place the slices on a broiler. Dot each slice with butter and sprinkle with pepper, salt and a small amount of granulated su- gar. Garnish with parsley and serve on a platter.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
MISS LIBREYS REPLIES
 TO YOUR LETTERS

Miss Libbey's answers to your letters. Correct name and ad- dress must be given to in- sure attention. Initials printed. Write short letters on one side Of paper only. Use ink. Per- Sonai letters cannot he answer ed. Address Miss Laura Jean Libbey, No. 916 President St., Brooklyn, N. Y.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
INVERTEBRATES SAD
 OVER LOST LOVE

D. H. writes: ''Sweethearts once, we fell out. Not been together since to make up. We speak when we meet. Often he tells certain girls and boys go with that he loved me, but did not love him. He is mistaken. He is thought everything of by ne. When I go to places with othef4 I have no good times. They seem so different from him. He goes with no girl. Do you think there's a chance of regain ing his friendship? Often he spoke of marriage
 Every indication goes to show you can if you will make up your lost love. Beware of falling out
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
SHOULD NOT
 CONSIDER LOVE

G. D. writes: Months ago, I met a. boy near my age, around 16. He is handsome and has good manners, incest I ever met. Appears to think considerable of me Often escorted me home from school I became fond sof him. One day he asked if I loved him. replied that I did. He said both were well suited He continued my ardent escort. Please don't say Give him up.' That's impossible
 Bows and girls of your ages should not consider love, but friendship only for a few years.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15

teen l Su1IST0Q 0aCQ month so I had to be in bed. I had head ache, backache and such pains I would cramp double every month. I did not know what it was to be easy a minute.
 My health was all run down and the doctors did not do me any Uoo5 A
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
POINTS OF INTEREST.

E! H. Dillon & Co., 11O5 Main street, 2Srd anniversary Sale com mences Wednesday, May IT. Great bargains in untrimmed millinery, trimmings of every description, beau tifu1 trimmed hats. shirt waists, silk petticoats, sweaters, white, brown and grey fur. scrafs, maline neck ruffs, cloth coats, guaranteed rain coats, all at nnheard of low prices Adv
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-05-15
LAURA JEAN LIBBYs DAILY TALKS ON HEART TOPICS Copyrighted 1918. Mcclure Newspaper

ower-who has four children-Who has proposed marriage, I am comfortably situated. do not care for him, but dread dying an old maid. What ought to do? He seems to be my last chance.'
 Do not marry a man whom you do not love. There's many a fate decid- edly worse than being a spinster.