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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
FRENCH MAKE RAIDS.

Paris, Feb. 12-The war office re- ports that two successful raids were made last night, one on the Verdun front in the neif:hborhood of Hill 304 and the other in the Argonne. Patrols were active in the Champagne and Argonne.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.

In honor of the 18th anniversary of their marriage, MT. and Mrs. Thomas J.. NcNamara, of 1719 Noble avenue, entertained a number Of their friends Saturday. MT. and Mrs. McNamara are we'll known in East, Bridgeport, where they have re- sided many years. The house was attractively decorated with palms and cut flowers and da1cing was enjoyed until midnight when a buffet supper was served A number of out of town friends of MT. and Mrs. McNa- mara were among the guests.
 The Parent-Teachers association of Reid school will meet at the school, Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock.
 The Sheridan Sewing circle, G. A. R. Auxiliary of the local branch of the Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 13. at the home of Mrs. M. J. Ward, 243 Han oyer street, to reorganize.
 Mrs. Thomas F. Crane of All Exe- ter street will entertain the Ladies' Auxiliary of the loyal branch of the National Association of Letter Car riers Tuesday afternoon. The mem- bers will meet at 2:30 o'clock ard whist will be played during the af- ternoon.
 What the Red Cross Stands for and What It Is Trying to Do In This Critical Time'' will be the subject of a lecture by the director of the At tantic division of the Red Cross so- ciety, at 3:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon in the Fairfield Memorial Library, Fairfield. All who are in- terested in the Red Cross work are earnestly requested to attend.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
AEROS SHOT DOWN

Rome, Feb. 12.-It is officially an- nounced that two Austrian seaplanes which were scouting off the Albanian coast were shot down near Saneo. Two of the occupants of the machines were made prisoners. One of the airshlps was captured and the other sank.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
$168.8547 76O

$1bS, S,854,1 ,1 bO
 It is not believed the board of re- lief will be able to increase the as- sessments to anything like the amount which the administration wanted to get.
 Some reductions asked are the Beach property in Fairfield avenue west of Main street In this proper ty Keenan's stable, Simone's news room and other esta ablishments are To- cated in ohe story buildings The assessment was $231,886, and the owners ask a reduction of $44,730. The Budau estate which owns the property at the southwest corner of Main street and Fairfield avenue, asks reduction of $7S,9e2, from the s1S9,660 valuation placed by the as- sessors.
 Louis Saga1 of New Haven, asks reduction of S65,0O0 in the assess ment of valuation of s17S,750, plac- ed by the assessors. Samuel H. Wheeler thinks the assessm ent of $27S,S11 placed on the Newfield building is much too high. Heirs of Nathaniel Wheeler, owners of the building occupied by the D. M. Read Co.,, ask $159,S51 reduction from the>valuation of $S28,546. S. 2. Poli thinks the property in which his Main street theatre is located ic as sessed too high. The assessors have put the property in at $776,319. MT. Poli asks reduction of $177, ,000. Meigs & Go. want a reduction of $120,S04 on their property at the northwest corner of Main street and Fairfield avenue, the assessment is $49O,S62.
 Others who ask reductions in big sums are: Farist Steel Co.,, assess ed, $256,547, ask $156,547 reduction; American & British Mfg. Co.,, assess ed $75O,329, ask $249,205 reduction; Bridgeport Projectile Co.,, assessed s4O1,2O0, ask $73,368 reduction; Wheeler lot, Main and Arch streets, assessed $195, 1885, s. H. Wheeler, owner, asks $53,951 reduc- ton; Archer and William Wheeler, owners of the Dorsen store property, assessed for $4O7,O3O, ask s190,595 reduction.
 A number of lesser reductions are asked The board of relief was in session in the city hall all day yester- day compiling figures and arranging schedule for inspecting property with view to making final reports, on the appeals.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
SWEDISH BAPTIST CHURCH
 HAS TENTH ANNIVERSARY

The tenth anniversary of the Bethel ;wedish Baptist church, Bunnell anG Deacon streets, brought hosts of peo le to three separate services held ir he edifice. Rev. A. Manual preach l appropriate sermons during thc .ay.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
Envelope Che1nise

Made of fine soft cotton embroidery trim front and back. Special, :. 45c
 Made of fine quality Batiste, fine lace and en- broidery trim back and front. Were $1.O0, now 85c
 Made of good quality soft cotton, lace and ribbon trim. Special 29c
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
Children's Drawers

Made of Cambric, flat seam, embroidery trim. Were 25c, now 15c
 Drawer Waists with hose supporters. Special .2Oc
 Knickerbocker drawers of fine embroidery trim, sizes 6 to 12 .25c
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
LONGDEN-ROWIiAND.

MT. and Mrs. John S. Rowland of 144 Clinton avenue, announce the marriage of their daughter, Florence A. Rowland to Frederick J. Long den, son of MT. Charles Longden of 309 Housatonic avenue, Stratford, which took place Tuesday, Feb. 6.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12

The 17-year- daughter of Medical Director William R. DuBose of the Navy admits lobbying in behalf of her father to delay the confirmation of Dr. Cary T. Grayson, nominated by the President for medical director of the Navy.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12

Thomas A. Edison celebrated his 10th birthday by working in his lab oratory.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
TRY IT AND SEE! Lift your corns or caIIuses off with fingers! Doesn't
 hurt a bit!

A noted Cincinnati chemist discoy- erea new ether compound and call ca IL freezone and it now can be had m tiny bottles as here shown for a Iew cents from any drug store.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
55s' MA5s ST DILLCNS 5?s .A!s 5s ss Hartford Paris ' Wholesale and Retail Leading Milliners

MOST EXTRAORprARY CLEANUP SALE OF RELIABLE FUR SCARS AND MUFFS. Black Fox Scarfs and Muffs $500 to $5OOO Now Half
 Prices. r Red Fox Scarfs Nus $7OO $5OOO Now Half Prices Natural Raccoon Scarfs and Mus $1200 to $3500 Now
 Half Prices. Black Naroba Lynx scarfs and Mus $500 $2OO0 Now
 Half Prices. Natural Skunk Scarfs and Muffs $250O to $GOOO Now
 Half Prices. Black Opossum Scarfs and Mufs $1500 to $25OO Now
 Half Prices. Natural Opossum Scarfs and Mufs $1200 to $2OOO Now
 Half Prices Black Coney Scarfs and Mus $500 to 5000 Now Half
 Prices. Chldrens Furs at less than half prices. Angora Wool Caps and Scarfs at half prices.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12
STUDENTS ARE TRAINING.

Chicago Feb. 12-A modified form of military training has been institut- ed at Northwestern university and the first, classes were held today. There will be no drilling or carrying of arms The course includes only such phases of the training as can be taught in lectures. Three hours a week are to be devoted to the study.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12

1oV simply apply a few drops of. freezone upon a tender corn or painful call Jus and instantly the sore ness disappears, then short ly you will find the corn or callus so loose that you can just lift it off with the fingers.
 No pain, not a bit of sore ness. either when applying freeZone or afterwards and 1t doesn't even irritate skin.
 Hard corns, soft corns or
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12

corns between the toes also toughened calluses just shrivel up and lift off so easy. It is wonderful! Seems magical. It works like charm. Genuine freezone has a yell low label Don't accept any except win the yellow label. assy as4V
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-12

American liner Kroonlond arrived yesterday from Liverpool with 1S6 passengers.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25

Dave Shell and family were in the city last Saturday. Dave says bis wife can beat him elec- tioneering right along.
 w. N. Brown of route 2, was d caller one day last week. He squared himself with this paper and went home happy. Thank you Will.
 E. M. Murry of Emmet route 5. called at this Eoffice last Satur' day. Liae is one of our good friends. that can cuss us when. ever he gets ready. .e..-
 J. D. Parker. a citizen of Bod cav and a candidate for sheriff, vas in town ore day lest week. John was talking politics some .s we'll as war.
 F. P. Harris, God bless his ,o.l, We wish we had ten thous and justTlike him. He has been reader of this paper ever since we have owred it, He called or us Tuesday.
 Lee Griffith is attending the Dallas Fair. He will be back nome in about ten days and eX- 9ects to bring with him a car of 5oung mules. He asks hisifriends 0 wait for his return, before buying A mule.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25

E. H. Harvey and R. c. Black If Bluff City were in the office yesterday.
 Mrs. H. G. Reeves of Rosston route 5. is visiting her daughter Mrs. Roy Caruthers in Terrell, Oklahoma.
 For SaIe-A six room house, new. lot l00xl76 feet. Nice lit- tle barn. Will take small cash payment and balance monthly.
 C. U. Brown.
 Mrs. J. ". Bracket of Cor nfsn Texas. is visiting her broth. CT, Mr. A. Thomas and sister. Mrs. Jno. Barham out on route !.
 Phone Roebuck and Vim at Hope for a demonstration of :Studebaker Cars-Six Cylinder ' passenger S1325. .OO. Four Cyl inder ' passenger $lO50.00. De- livered.
 Several of our subscribers are aking the advantage of the dol !ar rate for next year. Remem- OCT that the Picayune will be Sl 50 after January 1st 1918. Pay a year ahead and get it for one dollar.
 We enjoyed short visit by oGr aoGd northern friend. r. M. Odeil. Mr. Odell has one of the oest farms in this county. l be- iirve that we would almost trade lae Picayune for that farm. al- though, we promised ourselves when our father used to work us from before day until after dark, ;tlat if we ever got off the farm He would never go lack. We have kept our promise so far. nat could be tempted in case ike that to break it.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25
TIVE ,IauJn Coufs ovr

The Kaiser and the Crown Prince were slipping a cordial.
 Father. who started the sar?" quothed the Crown Prince pulling on his cigarette.
 Why, we've proved it on England, France and Belgium. say nothing of Russia, " sharp iy answered the Kaiser.
 Yes know" said the Prince. but who was really respon- ;ible"
 Well" ]" his father answered, if you must know it was like this: You remember when Roose- valt nano hack from Africa? 1 gave him a good time. l showed him all around and l took him out and together we reviewed the army. When we got back to the palace Teddy slapped me on the back and said: Bill, you can lick the world" "-and like a damned fool 1 believed him.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to extend our heart felt thanks to all who so kindly administered to us in the last ill- ness of our beloved wife and mother. There will always be a warm spot in our hearts for you. May God,s s richest blessings rest with each and every one is our sincere prayer,
 T. J. DaIy and Children.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25

T. s. Garrett Of Mt Moriah. was selling cotton here Satur- Jay. Tom says it sure makes a fellow feel good to get $l50. % ant more for bale of cotton.
 s. T. Boyd, one of the leat!ing colo-ed men. not only of this town, but of this state. remem- bered us with some coin Monday. Prof. Boyd is a leader of his race and if that race would take his counsel they would never have occasion to regret it.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25

Mir. and Mrs. J. l. Ward left yesterday morning on No. 4 ,o visit his little nephew C. c Ward at Augusta Ark. They gill be gone about 10 days. This is where Mir. Ward was raised and no doubt will have a good over his old stamp ing ground.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25

l have opened up a new Pro duce Store next door to Moore x Martin and want your Hides, Eggs, Chickens, Turkeys. Geese. Ducks and Furs. We pay you the highest cash prices at all times. Imon Gee,
 Vim. Gee, Mgr. Read The Picayune.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25
iG1~3 t--,
g,, Liberty Bond.

gay d Liberty Bond.
 m vou bit b. buying a --lo- l erty Bond.
 Big John Lee of BIeYins was l down Sunday. Rexall Orderlies cure Consti- |pstien. Gu'hries' pr. C. F. Nelms was Pres colt visitor last Friday Geo, Duke of Laneburg was in ] the city last Saturday lee Cox of route l, was a call or one day last week. T.J. Daly of Reader was in the city last Saturday. lust finished a large brick kiln.
 
 Soc me if you need brick.
 'es " J. w. Marshal. We make loans on liberal terms on improved real estate.
 K. L. Blakeiy. Office Phone 329. Elkays Straw Hat Dye makes your old straw hat look new. Guthrie Drug Store. John Bolls called on us Satur- |day as is his annual custom. If you can't fight. you can |help by buying a Liberty Bond. Capt. Ed Miller one of Albany's s |.J P. was in town on business Saturday. J. D. Sutton of Emmet, 3, WAS lin to see us Saturday. Come again Jeff. For Sale-Some good young we'll broke mules. Will sell cheap flor cash. N. E. Ward. |l018-1m Prescott. Ark. J. H. Nelson of route 3, will scan the .Picayune's pages for the next year. We thank G. w. Hendrix of | |Rosston for a pleasant call. He pushed his paper up to 1919. D. L. Fore of Mt Moriah, was shopping in Prescott Saturday. D. L. never forgets the editor. J. Tom Shell was in town Sat- urday. Tom says send me the Picayune, just got to Ihave it. J. J. SaInps0n Cf LaGeour9 |was caller last week. nlr. Sam pson is one of our best farmers. If its brick you need see J. W. Marshal. Ills yard is on the Greeson place east of Ed Gordon. Thanks to our good friend, Frank DobbiHs of the ArteSian Settement. for a substantial sisit.
 j. J. Gourley of Laneburg WIS on our streets last Saturday. He Will read the Picayune for anoth- ef year.
 Esq, W. c. Cornelius of Bough- ton township and who is one of bur J. Ps, was in to see us Sat- arday.
 The Pieayune goes this week 70 Eli Francisco. Poplar Bluff, Mo. It was sent to him by his son. Ava. ! A. Thomas of route 3. was aaother one that took the sdvan- tAge of the dollar rate and paid another year in advance.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25

Do you get up at night? Sanol is surely the best for all kidney or blad der troubles. Sanol gives relief in "A hours from all backache and bladder troubles. Sanol is guaranteed reme- dy. 35c and si .00 Bottle, at Hesterly drug store.
The Nevada County picayune., 1917-10-25
The Right Kind of a JeWeIry Store

take this opportunity to express my hearty thanks for the liberal patronage you have gwen me the short time have been here, and thor ough and practical knowledge of repairing in all its branches and the high standard of my goods will undoubtedly furnish basis for continuance of our mutual dealings
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
RALDY THE BARBER
LOST NERVE 2 WAYS
Got Neuritis in Shaving Hand,
Failed to Boss Wife, and
So He Left Home.

NEW YORK. March 2O.-When
Donald Baldy. a barber of No. 244
East Ninety-ninth street, suffered an
attack of neuritis in his shaving
hand a month ago he gave up work
and the support OF his family
In the Domestic Relations Court
yesterday Baldy appeared on his
wife's complaint to answer a charge
OF abandoning her and their five chill
dren.
Il had to leave home because the
doctor advised it," said Baldy. He
said I'd lost my nerve and IL want
ed to cure the neuritis must be
more bossy-like. I've always been
meek and shy. went home and
tried to get bossy II couldn't be
done. so 1 left home. I'm now get
ting back ny nerve. got job with
an amateur show. but 1 don't make
much"
"I'n give YOU a month to get that
hand in working order again. said
Magistrate Cornell at the end OF
that time report to this court"
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
MUST GIVE SPECIFIC
GRAVITY OF GASOLINE
Dealers Must Label Containers i'm Let
ters n Inches High Says Law Re-
Gently Passed.

The sealer of weights and measures
for eastern Oregon, ]. A. Yeager has
just received copies of the laws. pass
ed by the last legislature, relative TO
his department.
These laws go into effect May 90.
1917. and the details will be fully ex-
planned to all parties concerned later.
The most important of these laws
relates to the sale of gasoline and of
flour. All dealers in gasoline are re-
quired to label containers, giving the
specific gravity of the gasoline in let
ters at least 1 Y inches in size.
The required specific gravity is SO
at a temperature of so degrees Faher-
enheit.
Flour when sold in sacks must con-
form to the standard net weight of
9s. az. 24k or $40 lbs. avoirdupois-
Under the present law flour may be
sold in sacks of any weight provided
the weight is marked on the sack.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
GRAND DUKE URGED
Gar TO ABDICATE
Action of DumR in OvcrthrOw1ng
Government Practically Was Unani-
nous Action.

PETROGRAD. March 2O.-Grand
Duke Nicholas cemented the alliance
with the Russians today when it be-
came known that he really induced
Car Nicholas to abdicate. The grand
duke held a length audience with the
emperor and urged his abdication be-
fore the revolutionary committee Wis
tied the car. II was learned today
the action OF the Russian Duma In
overthrowing the autocratic govern
ment was unanimous except for fif-
teen members who wanted TO estab-
lish republic immediately without
waiting for popular vote.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
SMITH STILL MOVING
WHEN 2ND SHOT FIRED
Servant says wife of Dead Man
Laughed as She Pulled Trigger.

DENVER. Colo. March 20.-That
John Lawrence Smith was moving
when Mrs. Stella Newton Moore
Smith shot him the second time was
stated today at her trial in the West
side court here. by John Bindle, a
servant a long time in Mrs. Smiths
employ.
She laughed after firing the second
shot. he said.
She laughed after firing the second
shot, he said.
A police surgeon said that when
he arrived at the scene of the tragedy
between z and o'clock on the morn
ing of January Is, Smiths body gave
Indications that death had taken
place within an hour. The defense
has contended Smith was shot onlE a
short time before the police were
summoned. while the prosecution has
sought 70 show the tragedy took place
some time before.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
T.. :. DOCUMENTS
STOLEN FROM SACKS
ON LINER SAXONIA

NEW YORK. March 2O.-Mail
sacks containing documents for the
United states government and the
British embassy at Washington were
rirled on the Cunard liner Saxonia.
which arrived here today from Liver
pool
Captain II. NJ. Bension OF the Sax
onia believes that the rifiing Of the
sacks was done by a German spy. 1t
Is not known what papers are miss
ing.
Postal Inspector ]. Il. Jacobs and
secret service men boarded the liner
at quarantine and after examining
all OF the passengers and crew. held
two passengers, John Matheson and
Francis p. Cramp.
The robbery. which was accom-
pli- he'd by Sitting the mail sacks, was
discovered by a mail clerk
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
WESTERN UNION
ADDS TO FORCE

Testifying to the growth of Pendle-
ton is the announcement today of the
addition of another operator and an
additional messenger boy for the
Western Union office. The new oper-
ator was made necessary by the in
creased business at the office. Mrs.
n. L. Wilson Of Seattle is the additi-
onal operator and she arrived this
morning TO take up her position. The
office force now comprises a total of
seven people. there being three mes
senger boys. 1t is also announced by
Manager Dalyrimple that hereafter
the messenger service will be contin-
ued until 10 p. m. instead Of until
p. m. as at present. Also the charge
for messenger errand service to any
part Of the city will be reduced to 10
cents.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
FATE BEFALL|NG FIRST ARMED AMERICAN
LINER WILL DECIDE WAR DECLARATION;
WILSON QUESTIONS FORCING SITUATION NOW
200 POUNDS OF
BACON BURNED

Between zoo and 500 pounds of
bacon and hams were destroyed early
this morning in a smokehouse fire
back of the Cash Market on Johnson
street. The loss was covered by insur.
ance. A bed of hot Goals had been
left under the meat and it is supposed
that one of the pieces of meat fell
into the hot bed and that the flames
from the burning grease ignited the
remainder of the meat. The alarm
was turned in at 3:45 and the fire
department quickly extinguished the
flames The smoke house. which is
of brick, was not damaged except the
door.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20

WASHISGTON. March 2O.-The.
actual declaration of war against
Germany apparently depends upon
the fate Detailing the first armed
American liner. President Wilson
probably win not declare war as
result of the sinking of three Ameri-
can freighters Saturday. However.
it is practically taken for granted
here that a state of war exists Many
believe the president will acknowledge
this soon. though IT is known he Is
Ioath 10 take further action This
afternoon he discussed the entire
problem with the cabinet The pres
ident strongly questions the advisa-
bility of forcing the present situ-
alton. He believes everything now is
heing done to meet the hostilities
which he considers inevitable. The
fact that Wilson delayed so long has
increased the belief that a session OF
congress before April sixteenth is un-
likely. II may be two DAYS before
further decision is announced.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
premier ASQOITH
DEFENDS KITCHENER
IN COMMONS SPEECH
Declares Failure of DardaneIlts CAM
paign Was Due to Lack Of COOrdina-
tiOn Among EngIRnd's counseIlers.

LONDON, March 2O.-Former Pre-
mier Asquith warmly defended the me-
mCry of Lord Kitchener before the
House of Commons as a result of the
commissions report blaming Kitchener
for the failure of the Dardanelles
campaign. The speech was made with
the permission of L1oyd-George after
he excised portions Of the commissions
report published. placing some of the
blame on Winston Churchill. The re-
port said it was lack of coordination
among Englands counsellers during
the early part OF the war.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20

AMERICAN AVIATOR
EARNS DECORATION
Freneh Legion of Honor Cross
for Lufbery, Who Has
Strange Career.

PARIS March 2O.-The American
aviator sergt. Major Raoul Lufbery
has been decorated with the Cross
OF the Legion OF Honor. The an
nouneemeut gives the following reo-
sons: ENLISTED under French n
for the duration Of the war: has givtAL
proof as aviator of remarkable bold
ness and has brought down up to
Dec. q, 1916. six enemy machines;
has already been twice mentioned in
army orders and decorated with the
Military Medal
Sergt Isufbery spent his youth In
New Haven His parents died and he
was adopted by family at BourEes
France. At thirteen he ran away
and wandered over the world In
Asia he met the aviator Marc Pourpe,
who traihed him as his assistant
I.ufbery discovered he was an Amer
lean when he attempted to enlist with
pourpe az the outbreak Of the war
lie was finally permitted to 60 to the
front as Pourpe's mechanic. The av-
iator was killed and Iufbery swore
60 avenge him. His first three Ger
man machines were brought down
within ten DAYS. Since the date men
tioned IN his Legion % Honor certin-
cate Isufbery has destroyed a sew
enth German machine.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1917-03-20
FIRST AND SECOND
CLASSES BE GRADUATED

WASHINGTON. March 20.-Grad-
uation of the first and second classes
at the naval academy has been order
ed. The first class will be gradual
ed March %. the second class in
september. the date not having been
definitely fixed The order means
that sT4 additional naval officers will
he made available to meet the exist
ing shortage in naval personnel. The
first class comprises IT2 men and the
second class 202.