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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
CIVIL SERVICE
 WILL BE HELD
 HERE OCT. 27TH

The U. s. civid service commission will hold a competitive examination at Bridgeport on Oct 27, for the position of clerk and carrier in the post office at Bridgeport.
 18th birthday, but not their 45th birthday, on the date of examination, and must be citizens of the United States. Male applicants must meas ure not less than feet inches in height in bare feet. No male appli- cant who passes the examination will be eligible for appointment either as clerk or carrier who does not weigh at less than 125 pounds to enter the ex- hat. It will be inadvisable for male applicants whose normal weight is ness than 125 pounds to enter the ex- animation. Female applicants are not required to be of any specific weight or height. a, Each applicant will be required to submit to the examiner on the day of examination a photograph of himself taken within two years.
 l For pamphlet of information and l the required application blank, address 1 the local secretary at the Bridgeport, Conn, post office. or district secretary at Boston, Mass, with whom applica-
 tions must be filed in time for him to
 arrange for the examination
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
MERRITT NAMED
 FOR CONGRESS-; I''s .s'NOa0PPOSITI0N


 Schuyler Merritt, a Stamford man nominee as representative in congress from the Fourth Congressional district at the Stratfield hotel today. There was no other nomination.
 The nominating speech was made by Robert Whitaker, editor of the Stamford Advocate. Stamford. who reading from N lengthy manuscript told cf Mir. Merritt's qualifications as the y&eople and delegates of Stamford beJ2eved him to possess. The nomina,- tz6n was seconded by Frederick M. Salmon of Westport and Judge F. A. Bartlett of this city, both of whom had sought the nomination.
 The nominee was escorted into the convention by Judge Bartlett. Mir, Whitaker and MT. Salmon. He de- 1ivered a lengthy speech of accept ance.
 Prior to the convention, the Bridge port delegates were named thus, John .T. King, Judge Bartlett, Maurice w Brown and George c Feet.
 Judge E1nore &. Banks was made chairman of the convention and A 'fc. wheeler of Norwalk was elected secretary
 The convention voted to engross g set of resolutions expressing regre' over the death of Congressman E.. Hili and to submit a set to MT. Hill'' family. yks
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Norway Tries to Dust
 German Spy System

Christiana, Oct. 15-Norway is
 making vigorous efforts to stamp out German espionage within its shores. The Swedish revelations have given a great impetus to the anti-spy cam paign.
 The interned German ship, Der lin,'' Is to be removed from Homme
 1vik to Aqsenfiord. further inside the
 coast line. It has been urged for a long time that the position of the "Berlin" offered opportunities for es- pionage on shipping.
 Guards have been placed not only
 over all Norwegian military establish ments, but also at some of the large ind ustrial works Thus a military
 picket has been posted at the Fred slips for 10000 ton ships ase now
 ready, and trespassers have been warned to keep away.
 Under 8 law of July. 1917. the con-
 mune of Christiania has ordained that
 the Chief of Police may forbid per sons who are not Norwegians to reside 1 in the Commune longer than 8 certain
 fixed period. A new law concerning the necessity of passports and the ex- pulsion of aliens is to be rigidly en- forced after October l.
 A spy case which caused great furry for a time was that of Dane named Kristiansen who has now been expelled from the country. The whole affair developed into an impudent fraud, with one of the belligerent gov- 1 ernments as the victims. Kristiansen
 was obtaining money from this gov. ernment by giving or promising to | give information of no real value about another.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
HIGH HEELS DIE HARD.

The prediction was made earlier in the season that owing to the vogue for military things, women's shoes would be much more service able and. sensible than has been the case for many seasons. But apparently the demand for high hee1ed, narrow, pointed-toed shoes of all sorts continues, for it is not always easy to get a good stout walking shoe in any but the most completely equipped shoe shops.
 It may take months-perhaps year or more-for women to be willing to give up high heels for the street, for they do unquestion- ably have advantages by way of making a foot look dainty and graceful. But as all styles grow commonplace when adopted by everyone, so women who like to be in the vanguard of fashion are selecting rather shoe of sensible build.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Coroner's Hearing
 on Patterson Case

A hearing was held by Croner Phe- Ian this morning on the case Of Jos eph B. Patterson. a bookkeeper at the Remington Arms Co, who was struck by trolley car at Fairfield and West avenues, October 12. Patter- son is in critical condition at St. Vim cents hospital and the coroner will await further developments before taking any action. The testimony to- day showed that the accident happen ed in the evening. Passengers said the car was proceeding slowly but that Patterson appeared beWildered and did not get out of the way in time to avoid being struck.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
NEARLY LOSES LIFE IN FIRE TRYING TO
 SAVE HIDDEN MONEY

Fire of unknown origin breaking out about ' o'clock last night totally de- .stroyed the home of Anton Trogono- sky of Stepney. and Trogonosky in an effort to save some money hidden in an upper room had a narrow escape from death. The loss is estimated at about s2,0o0, partly covered by yinsur- ance. F
 The property is known as the David Warner place, is upon the northern border of Stepney. near the Newtown line, and the fire had gained such a headway when discovered it was i'm possible to save much from the house. Volunteer firemen from Stepney and Newtown did all that was possible, and prevented the flames from spreading to the barns near by.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
STATE.POLICE WILL
 INVESTIGATE CASE

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 The state police have been asked by Coroner Phelan to investigate the case of William Hand, the 19-year-old farm hand of Long Hill. who was found lying beside the road in Long Hl1l October 8. suffering from a frac- t1red skull. Hand died yesterday al G. vincents hospital.
 Acting Medical Examiner Edward E1trE9rald reported to the coronol that although no crime may have been committed, the circumstances sur rounding the affair are mysterious The man was found by Herbert Gar. 12ck. son of Medical Examiner S. M Gar5lck who was coming toward thi' city when he saw the body lying be side the road. Before his deatf Hand was not able to relate how h. came to be injured.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
WILL COLLECT IN
 CATHOLIC CHURCHES
 FOR LIBERTY LOAN

It was announced yesterday in the CAfho1tc churches throughout the State that q collection would be taken 'up next Sunday at all of the masses. ,tbe proceeds to go towards the sbuy- 1nx Uf Liberty Bond for St. Agnes's Home It 1s expected that between <3o ;n00 nut ef0. .O0O will be raised At l <66 1|FS161f knA yhe home is over- IofoWd4d with children and there are 1I14t1x on the waiting Hist. The home NH bhfIt to accommodate 150 children
 t>ot !thefe are over DO there now. The
 children como from a1 over the state
 a8 ft 1s the only Catholic children's hon16 h Cunnecticut. s
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Brings Suit Against
 the Connecticut Co.

To recover for damage to one of their trucks, which was struck by a trolley car in Derby on August last. Musante & Pastine, the Middle street wholesale fruit dealers, have brought suit against the Connecticut Co. for $500. Papers in the action were filed today in the common pleas court. It is alleged that the accident was due to the negligence of the motorman. The load of fruit and vegetables was scattered oyer the street and repairs to the truck cost $4e30. The plain tiffs also had to hire another truck at a cost Of $40 day to replace the one damaged
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
OUR NEWTOWN
 NEWS LETTER
Especial to The Farmer.)


 Newtown, Oct. 15-Alexander Peter so2 of Hattertown was arraigned in Justice McCarthy's court Friday on charges of intoxication and assault upon the wife of a neighbor. He pleaded guilty, and was allowed to go upon his promise to do better, after paying costs of court,
 Private James B. Lynch has re- turned to Camp Devens. Aver, Mass. after furlough of 4S hours spent visiting his parents, MT. and Mrs. M. J. Lynch of Gas street.
 J. Robert Beecher, Thomas F. Brewster, Arthur J. Gallagher and Julius Hartwig are the delegates to the Congressional convention of the Fourth Connecticut district nominat- ed by the Democratic caucus, Friday night. They were not instructed.
 A. E. Bevens, R. H. Beers, William M. Reynolds and Philo T. Platt are the delegates to the Republican Con- gressional convention. They are said to favor the candidacy of Merritt.
 A. Stein, formerly employed at the Premiere Mfg. Co. factory is spend ing few days in town.
 Not more than half the number of hunters, licenses have been issued this year as compared with the average for several years past. The reports are that game is scarce, and the fo- lfage still on the trees prevents much successful sport.
 Jean Altermatt has procured po- sition In the Remington Arms and tcomutes to Bridgeport daily.
 Michael Mahoney has joined the railroad force under Section Master d<,lr<n k1 1,T<, 1ox ox rfrxxy cfo ton.
 Many family friends in Newtown attended the funeral of Dennis Quin- fiivan at St Roses church and ceme- tery, Tuesday. The deceased was a much honored citizen of Newtown land while here was for many years prominent in society and political cir cles of the town. The Quinhyan fam lily was one of the earliest Celtic fam flies in Newtown, Daniel Quinlivan the father of the deceased, being the first 1rishman to permanently locate lin Newtown. He raised large fam. fly who were all appreciated, hy the native stock for their intense Amer. icanism.
 w. B. Glover won out in the specia election Monday, to break the tie vot,
 between him and Thomas F. Brew fol third selectman by the close margir
 of four votes, the ballots being 2s; I Republican and 2S4 Democrats. Thi
 gives the control in the, board of SC < lectmen to the Republicans. Although
 Judge Briscoe. the Democratic candi date for first se1ectnan was declared
 elected by the moderator of the towl I meeting. P. H. Mccarthy, the Repub .l lican town committee has institute, quo warranto proceedings botl \ against him and Candidate Brew, ask ing for a recount of the ballots cas on election day. The Democrats offe,
 no objection, as they believe recoun
 will show Democratic gains which vii
 alter the results as declared. Attor 2 ney J. Robert Beecher will look afte the party interests in court.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Panic Seizes Petrograd As German Forces Gain
 In Advance on Capital
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 sland. The Bourse Gazette says the situation of the country is the more complicated because a solution must be found not only of the unsatisfac- tary condition of affairs in the in- tertor, but of the problem presented. by the closing of the gulf of Riga by the Germans.
 The Russkaya Volta says: eve are led toward our Calvary but perhaps we shall find our resurrection.'' The Rech attributes the disaster
 partly to bad visibility and the unex- ampled political frivolity of leaders of the Russian democracy. The so-
 ciialist press takes the maximalists tc task.
 The Volta Naroda recalls Premier
 Kerensky's warning of the danger of a German coup in the Baltic. which
 was stigmatized by the leader of the maxfmalists as an unworthy political maneuver.
 ]. The Den declares the maximaiists aspirations recently displayed in the fleet undoubtedly contributed to the German success
 l Only the dzvestia, organ of the coun- slcil of soldiers and workmen's dele- lgates, looks on the disaster as a bless ling in some respects, saying the news of the German landing came at a time I when Russia; learning of the troubles ] in the German navy, was beginning to entertain dangerous and unfounded illusions regarding the Imaginary dis organization of the enemy The landing of the Germans has in- icreased the exodus from Petrograd, which has been noticeaible since the fall of Rdga. Since Saturday the | ticket offices have been besieged, many ipersons offering large premiums for tickets, It is said in government cir :l cles that no extensive evacuation is sl Hooked for, as no immediate danger threatens the capital, that the new front is still 300 miles distant, and lthat the roads are impossible.
 The central committee of the fleet has addressed to the sailors an ap- peal which has caused cessation o1 E the meetings at Helsingfors. The semi official news agency says the
 first naval engagements in the Desc d waters have shown that an appeal to the crews of the fleet to protect : the country.
 I. The Baltic fleet is ready to carry
 out all orders of the government, ac- \ cording to Vice President Ivanoff oi .l the Presidium Centrof1ot, the organr- zation which in the feet corresponds
 with the council of soldiers and work
 men in it's relations to the army.
 Reports that the fleet is not ready
 to meet the enemy are untrue,'' said
 M. Ivanoff. .'The near future will \ show how honorab1y the fleet will ful.
 Ill its duty to the country"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Dental Quota For
 Army IS Complete

Ssvsxnl local dentists who recently applied for enlistment in the dentist dep1rfnent of the medical reserve corps rscsiyed notice yesterday that thp present quota of dentists for the draft army is complete and that no more dentists will be called until the next 5oo.00o men for the National army arc drafted The local dentists Who arc affected by the ruling are prs. ', R. Flynn. George Brown. c. q. Nichols and A. A. Mclaughlin
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
 DEED

s. DOLLAN--In this city, Oct fl. 1917, Patrick Dolan of 41s South Ave.
 Friends are invited to attend the \. funeral from the undertaking par w lon cf Eullinan. Mullins. Buckley v Co., 2s3 Golden Hill St. on We'd ]. nesdAx Oct IT at 8:30 e. m. and from Sacred Heart church. at . A. m- # X 1nterment st MichaaFs cemetery.
 Aufomobile ccrtege. G 15 bs |W8HDzn this city. Oot- 18th. 1917. C4<hertna A. widow of the late Pe- " Etfenda are invited to attend tho " fnnera1 from her late reaidence. 1<o Austin street on Tuesday. Oct
 18th ct 6:y0 a. ms and at Sacred Heart church at O. m.
 rnterment St. Michaers cemetery O Ia b.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
MUST REPORT TO BOARD.

Men studying to be United States army officers must report to their To- cal draft boards if they fail to win commissions. This has been ruled by Colonel Wolf in charge of the Plattsburg camp. Three Bridgeport men, Joel Farist PenfeId, R. J. Sni- derwind and c. D. Van Riper are af- fected by the ruling.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Notable sale Oriental rugs.

Notable because it s been almost-impossible, of late, to procure Oriental rugs at any pricel
 Notable because it brings rugs of rich pat terms in many distinctive schools.
 Notable because of the values which one's money will buy.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
DEsERTER RECOVERING

John F. O'Connor of 4O7 Helen street is recovering at St. Vincents hospital today from hernia with which he was seized while an occupant of a cell at police headquarters Saturday night. O'Connor is accused of being a de- serter from the 102d regiment, U. S. A., in which he enlisted at New Ha- ven last July, failing to report after a leave granted early in August
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
LABOR SHORTAGE PRoNoUNCE1

Hampered in working on it's large government orders. by scarcity of la ber, the Remington-U. M. c. company advertises for 1000 men and 500 wom- en. The men are wanted as inspec- tors, gaugers. booksellers and machine operators, while similar work will be taught to the women.
 It is indicated that the company will later appeal for several thousand more hands.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
20 MEXICAN BANDITS
 HANGED TO TELEGRAPH POLE

Juarez, Mex, Oct. Passengers arriving last night from the south re- port seeing the bodies of 20 Mexicans hanging to telegraph poles along the Mexican Central railroad between Torreon and Chihuahua. Mexican officials say the bodies are those of Villa followers who few days ago attacked military train, nlistaking :. for a passenger trin.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Let boy try corduroy suit.

Boy in corduroy is envy of all his play fellows He can tackle any game in earnestand not be afraid of his clothes
 Those clothes look good enough for school They and and wear. Double-Servce corduroy suits, made strongly and nicely,-$750.
 Because they are Double Service they have pairs trousers.
 If Boy wants sweater-dandes here for him to pick from.
 Good weight warm, good colors, s2 toss
 Frontb basnnent
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
COLLECTION FOR RED GROSS.

A handsomely executed Byzantine fountain. sculptored by Gregory Eel line, was unveiled at the Italian gar den of the residence of Frank Cane- vari on Westfeld avenue. yesterday. Mayor Clifford B. Wilson was present. Approximately $2o0 was raised by Mr. Canevari on the sale of tickets to attend the unveiling. That sum will be turned over to rhe Italian Red Cross society
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
POAfERENE REFUSES TO BROADEN LA TOILETTE INQUIRY

Washington, Oct. Is - Chairman Pomerene of the Senate committee in- yestigating Senator LaFollette's St. Paul speech refused today LaFollette.s request that the inquiry virtually be broadened to acquit or convict him of disloyalty, and held that the in- vestigation could only concern the much discussed speech and the accur- acy of it's statements.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
DON M. DICKINSON, FORMER POSTMASTER GENERAL, DEAF

Detroit, Oct. 15-Don M. Dickin- son, postmaster general under Presi- dent Cleveland, died today at his
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Bridgeport, Conn,
 Monday, Oct. IS, 1917

FOR here is big beautiful collection of Oriental rugs to be welcomed with delight in Brdgeports artistic homes.
 Rugs of rare colorful beauty. Rugs of thick heavy fabric with uster almost that of satin the light plays back and forth their surface. Rugs with many mystical signs worked into their designs Rugs of start ling color contrast; of subtle blending of shades In word rugs with the true Oriental spirit shining forth in beauty. 9 Ioristans- $$1O0 and $125 Cabistans- $50 and $75 Shrvans- Sarouk Nanazs- ICabistan hall rugs-$150 RI P' anu p'oo Antique Guenjes- .'DSaS $5O S75 to $125
 p'o alo ploo w Mossouls-$ $39 to $50 Antique Kazaks-$29 to $75 Kazakj -$29 to $75 Iran Mossouls- and $1OO Mossou nats-$1O to $25 l Anatolian silk rugs-$29 to $2OO
 number of hall sizes, many medium sizes, a few mats that make beautiful table rugsand collection that will appeal so experts and rug-lovers. | Third floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15

This mornings market was very small. there being only seven farmers in Because of the smah number of
 farmers the prices showed a slight in crease in one or two cases. Quinces appeared this morning. They were
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Sift ashes easily e thoroughly.

We can save quite big this winter, by sitting our ashes systematically. Rotary sitter will do and easily
 Put it atop barrel or ash-can, dump in the ashes turn the crank ninute-and cinder all ready to be turn the crank minute -and cnders all ready to be
 JUST NOW-rotary sitter with heavy ash-can at special price of-$6
 Fourth foo-.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
ROWLAND DRY GOODS CO.

Moran and locked up at headquarters for the Federal authorities on charges of being "slacker and evading the draft.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15

LOST-Bank book No. 71s51 of City Savings bank. Any person having claims upon said book is called up- on to. present the same to the bank within thirty days. or the said book will be declared cancelled and ex- tinguished. and a new. one issued in lieu thereof. dSss Ssa
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
DANCE AT COLONIAL HALL

A dance was given in Colonial hall last night under the auspices of the Hebrew Citizens committee for the benefit of Hebrew drafted men. A sum of $500 was nettsd
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
NOTICE

Annual meeting of The Bridgeport K of O. Building Association, .Mon- day evening. Oct. IS, 1917 at K. of C. club, 8 p. m.
 GEO, T. KELLY, Pres.
 J. LEO REDGATE, secy..
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
STACKER ARRESTED

August Wagner of Southport was arrested today by Policeman John
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15

fair in quality and sold for s1.oo a 14-quart basket. A few cabbages sold this morning for s1.75 a barrel Some very nice apples came in and sold
 for $1.5o bushel. Green tomatoes sold for s3.00-$3.5o a barrel this
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Man who drives; did you know

beach jacket thing you ought to have through the cold weathers
 Keeps out cold and doesn t make a fellow feel all stuffed up. It won t rip orravel or tear and it can be washed Fits snugly under other coat; gives continuous true protection
 Made with sleeves and pockets-costs but $4.50 A beach vest, of fabric but without seeves 4 pockets ciate one. l1ss8.7
 Kill chill
 with ol-heater. Before the furnace is started or the house is thoroughly heated oheater will drive chill out in jy Put it in any room-and soon that room is pleasant place to sit.
 Safe, easily moved about, easily regulated, doesn't smoke
 Different sizes and styles-$4.5o to SITS A Fourth floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15

Farmer Want Ads. One Cent n word
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15

Weather: Showers tonight; Tuesday fair and slightly cooler.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
ROWLAND DRY GOODS CO.
REPORT OF GOVERNMENT REPORTER AT BRIDGEPORT PRODUCERS MARKET

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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15

Farmer Want Ads. Que Cent Word
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15

I | IWANTED-A plumber. s5s Benham
 Ave a.p To RENT Garaee, room for two f xautomobiles. John Hajdn, 6s East Ave Goxner Gross. e 16 ssp HoWARD AVE, lots s5x1ss. In-
 Qufre Dick Lombard, sSo Railroad Ave. c 16 d.p ;G1N0LE WOHKUNG1LAN wishes to rent piece of ground, with lodging :. Accommodations. Address Box o,
 Care of Farmer asp HQR 6ALE-Wood burning stove $6
 o6fHpT5te Ruins any kind of
 wood and logs up to IS inches
 length Ftrst floor, 8s Atwater St.
 neaf Park Ave. e 15 sep I~- 4 '-s
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15
Now the Lion wears khaki ]!

Yepl The Lion wheel has donned khahi
 Head is khaki hue and there's khaki stripe wheel rims
 Looks mighty clever; makes attractive new mem bcr of the Lion famiyl
 Plenty of other color combinations too.
 Lion is a great wheel in every way. It rides easily and smoothly It's built of good stuff all through It is tested and true.
 Great enjoyment whisking along the Autumn roads on Lion.
 Complete with coaster-brake and mudguards $30 E
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-10-15

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