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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
Movie Operator Who
 Had No License Held

Joseph Canistraci, 34 years, of 430 Kossuth street, who conducts mov- ing picture house known as the Rome theatre, at S77 East Main street, was arrested this morning by State Po- liceman Frank Virelli, charged with operating a moving picture machine without license.
 It is alleged that the movie man had in his employ a licensed operator but that he, set him to work doing other tasks at the theatre while Can istraci turned the crank of the ma chine. Virelli went to the theatre last night and found the proprietor running the machine, he alleges.
 The defendant was advised to come to court this morning but he failed to put in an appearance and was later arrested by virelli. He furnished a bond of $25 and was released. His case will be called in court Monday morning.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
Springfield Fencers
 to Show at Y. M. c. A.

For the second time, the Springfield fencers arc coming to meet the local Y. M. c. A. men. This meeting will be held in the Y. M. c. A. lobby Friday evening, Feb. 2, at z o'clock. The weapon chosen is the foil. The Springfield fencers were defeated last year but this year it may be the re- verse.
 The fencing master has not yet de- cided if he will put team No. against them, for the reason that there are some difficulties in getting the mem bers of that team together on that day. Tn any case, the Springfield men will meet the local team No. the following day in New York where they will participate with the foil in the Manrique Trophy contest. Team No. is composed of Lindley Currie, left hand fencer. Donald Whalhaus and James Matthews.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
DIED

DE BRE1MON-In this city, Jan. 19. 1917, Francis A. De Bremon, aged 26 years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at the residence of his uncle, Joseph Gaines. SPA Brooks street, on Monday, Jan. 22 at 8:S0 q. m., and from St. Charles church Interment at Michaers ceme- terry.
 ElfTTH-In this city, Jan. 19, 1917, / Margaret Agnes, daughter of Mar garet and the late Michael Smith. Friends are invited to attend the funeral at her late residence, No. 167 Linen avenue on Monday, Jan. 22 at S:30 a. m. High mass st. Augustine's church at a. m.
 Interment St. Michaeps cemetery.
 a ABBOTT-In this city, Jan. 19, Elixabeth Abbott, aged 20 years. Friends are invited to attend the funefal at the residence of her par ents, No. 62 Curtis Ave-, on Monday, Jan. 22. at o'clock D. m.
 Interment at Lakeview cemetery.
 t & aS BENNNTTO-In stratford, Conn.,, Jan. 18th, 1917, Josephine l.. Couse, wife of Edward Bennetto.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at her late homo, No. 1915 West Broad sstreet, Stratford, on Sunday, 11st inst, at 3:30 o'clock p. m-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
TWO JAILED FOR THEFTS

Two men alleged by the police to be petty thieves who "roll' drunken men, were sent to jail this morning by Judge Frank Wilder. James P. Kelley, an habitue of Water street lodging houses charged with vagran- cy and breach of the peace, was giv- en six months and fined $1. He was arrested after it was alleged he put his hand in a lodger's overcoat poe ket in the Commercial house. He has record for thievery Charged with stealing pair of trousers, James Walsh, no address was sent to Jail for 30 days
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
BURNED IN EXPLOSION
 OF GASOLINE CONTANER.

The condition of John Byrnes, IS years, Of 432 Central avenue. who was severely burned by the explosion of gasoline tank from which he was at- tempting to shake a number of stones. is reported at St. Vincent's hospital to-day as improved.
 Byrnes took the tank from the backyard into his kitchen last night. With an iron instrument he was try ing to dislodge the stones when a spark caused an explosion which shattered the glass in the kitchen and tore the tank to pieces. Byrnes was burned the most severely on his head and face, suffering minor injuries to hands and body.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
THE ROWLAND DRY GOODS CO.

of requiem was sung by Rev. John c. Lynch assisted by Rev. John J. Conway as deacon and Rev. John J. Keane as sub-deacon. At the offer tory, the church choir sang Ave Maria and after the mass, Some Sweet Day." A delegation of mem bers of Catalpa circle, F. and A., was present at the services which were largely attended. The bearers:
 Michael Flynn, James Lyons, James Lyons, James Gaffney, William Me- Grath, George and Peter Stafford.
 Burial was in St, MichaeIs cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
ALICE c. EDWARDS.

The obsequies of Alice G., wife of Harry L. Edwards, took place at the bereaved residence, TIT Warwick avenue, Stratford. this afternoon, at o'clock. Rev. Sidney L. Norton, pastor of the Seventh Day Adventist church, and Rev Ernest c. Carpen- ter of Stratford conducted the funeral services. Many sorrowing relatives and friends were in attendance The floral display was of exquisite beauty The pail bearers were members of the church. Burial was in Union ceme- tery Stratford.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
DENNIS MORJARrTY.

The funeral of Dennis Moriarity was held from his home, 108 Linen avenue, at S:30 this morning and a half hour later from St. Augustine's s church where Rev. James B. Nihill sang the mass of requiem. A delega- tion from the Ancient Order of Hi- bernians attended. The bearers: J. Linane, Thomas McNamara, John and Maurice Kiely, J. Howard, and T. Matthews. Burial was in St. MichaeTs cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
HURT IN WRECK, SUES.

Suit for $500 has been entered against the Connecticut Go. for fn- jury and loss suffered by Max Haber when riding as a passenger on the East Main street trolley which left the tracks and crashed into house at Stratford avenue and East Main street on the night of Dec. 27. The case will be tried in the city court.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
LILY ABBOTT.

Lily, the 20-year-old daughter ot MT. and Mrs. Samuel Abbott, died last night at the home of her par ents, 62 Curtis avenue after an ill., ness of three months. Miss Abbott was born in England, but came to Bridgeport with her parents 15 years ago. She was for some time employ ed in the Salts Textile Co. Surviving her are her parents, two sisters, Mrs. Frederick Mitchell of Philadelphia and Mrs. Joseph Sliney, also two brothers, Samuel, Jr., and Frederick Abbott of this city
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
MARY EVOLUTION.

The funeral of Mary, wife of Will liam McQuilton, of 128 Walnut street, was largely attended at 2:30 this af- ternoon from the mortuary chapel of Walker & Banks. Rev. John R. Brown, pastor of the First Baptist church, conducted the services. Dele cations were present from the Haw- thorne lodge, Daughters of Scotia, and Clan Campbell, O. s. C., of which organizations, Mrs. McQuilton was a member. Burial was in Lakeview cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
EVERETT ESTATE.

Charles L. Everett of Trumbull has applied for letters of administration of the estate of his sister, Ida l.. Ev- erett of Easton. The estate consists of s4,O00 cash in banks. Other heirs are Samuel G. Seeley and Daisy J. Seeley of Trumbull, brother and sister of the deceased George c. Curtis and George Beers have been named ap- praisers.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
FRANCIS A. DeBREMON.

Francis A., son of Frank and the late Jennie DeBremon, died yesterday at the home of his uncle, Joseph Gaines, SPA Brooks street MT. De- Bremon was 26 years old. He is survived by his father, his aunt and uncle and one brother, Howard, of New York.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
FREDERICK GOULD.

Frederick Gould, of 269 Harral ave- nue, died yesterday at the Bridgeport hospital following a brief illness with a complication of diseases. MT. Gould was born in France but had resided the greater part of his life in Dan- bury. He was a member of the G. A. R. of that town and they are arrang- ing for his funeral. He had been en- p1oyed recently as watchman in this city. His widow is his only survivor. Burial will be in Danbury.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
E. THORPE HILTON.

B. Thope Hilton of Hilton, N. H.. an employe of the Western Electric Co.,, in this city, died at the Shelton sana- tarium Thursday after several weeks of illness. MT. Hilton was 36 years old. He was a cousin of Frederick Lyford Of this city. His father in California, survives him. The body was sent to Triton, N. H., for burial in the family plot there.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
MARGARET SMITH.

Miss Margaret Smith died yester- day at her home, 1s7 Linen avenue, after days illness of pneumonia. Miss Smith was born in this city 35 years ago and was we'll known in that section of the city where she had always lived. She was employed at the Bryant Electric Go. A sister, Miss Mary Smith, survives her.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
MRS. LENA HEBERMEHL.

The funeral of Mrs. Lena Heber- mehl was held from her late home, 120 Woodland avenue at 2:30 this afternoon. The services were largely attended and delegations were present from Olga lodge, Sons of Herman, Dorothea Stamn, I. O. R. M., and Bertha lodge, Degree of Hertha. Bur ial was in the family plot in Park cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
U-BOAT SINKS FREIGHTER.

New York, Jan. 20-The British steamer Toftwood, carrying cargo worth $750,000 was sunk by a sub. marine on her voyage, starting from New York on Christmas Day, accord ing to advices received here by the French line, which cleared the vessel
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
OBITUARY
JOSEPH GATES

The funeral of Joseph Gates was held from his late home, 52 California street at 2:30 this afternoon. Rev. F. c. Rideout, pastor of the Second Baptist church conducted the services. Burial was in Park cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
SHERIFF ENTERTAINS

County Sheriff Pease entertained his deputies at lunch at the Algon- ouin club today. The occasion had no political significance, the sheriff said and the only speeches made were "Please pass the butter"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

LEGAL NOTTCE-All pledges up to 3s0S1 dated before July 21, 1916, are for sale 3S072, July 20; 3s061, 380s0, 3S057, 38043, July 1s; 3s0o2. 57ss7, S79s0. July IS: 37969, 37s5s, July IT. 1918. Charles A. Peck. 43 Middle St., City.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

LADIES WANTED to do sewing ait home. We pay SIS per hundred for making shields Work sent any dis tance. No canvassing. Send stamp cd addressed envelope for particu- lars. Ideal Shield Co.,, Dept. A, Evansville, Ind.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

RAILWAY MAIL CLERKS exams everywhere Feb. 10. Complete spe- cial preparation by former govern ment examiner $8. Other exams coming. Booklet M 13 Free. Write today. Patterson Civil Service School, Rochester, N. Y.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
MRS ANNIE REILLY

The funeral of Mrs. Annie Reilly was held from her home, 1916 Main street, at S:30 this morning and a half hour later from St. Patrick's church where the solemn high mass
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

SANGER will speak on why Fight For Birth Control" at Colonial hail, 271 Fairfield Ave-, Thursday, Jan. 18th, p. m. Aus pices Bridgeport Philosophical So- ciety. Admission 25c.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

. ROOM HOUSE, all improvements. avente near Main St., Stratford, price &10.600. Cottage, rooms and bath, located in Stratford, price $2,- 500. $500 down; two family house Hollister St., price $3,500. Cash $500. Room TIT Warner Bldg. Phone 1s3-2.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

DISTRICT MANAGER to travel and appoint corsetieres. Swell line. Lib- era1 terms. State your business ex- perience, give references. Ameri- can Corset O., All Sangamon St., Chicago.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

The movement to have day of thanksgiving and prayer because of the final adjournment of Congress has been checked by the reflection that another one is coming along just like it.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

AGENTS-200 per cent profit: won- derfu1 little article; something new; sells like w11dfire. Carry right in your pocket Write at once for free sample P. D. Conway, Sales Mgr. IS American Building, Cincinnati, o. a.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

WOMEN WANTED time S15: spare time 25c an hour, selling . guaranteed Wear Proof hosiery to wearer. Experience unnecessary. ! Wear Proof Mills, Norristown, Pa
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

FINE TARAl 3S acres with first class buildings, 2 minutes walk rom R. R. station. Trumbu11, Room TIT Warner Building. Phone 283-2
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

FOR RENT-S room flat, all im-
 provements. Inquire 379 lStillman
 St. I. Nable. ! A 20 dsp
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
STRANGE VESSEL SIGHTED.

Buenos Aires, Jan. 20-According to press dispatches from Rio Janeiro, a strange steamer witb four smoke stacks, painted black, has been sight ed off Cerea, Brazil, running at high speed. Word of this vessel was brought by the men on steamer which arrived yesterday in Bahia, Brazil.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

The German raider that has been operating in the South Atlantic is re- ported to be equipped with collapsible smoke stacks, the number of stacks being changed at intervals to disguise the vessel.
 Tie state of Ceara is in the north of Brazil.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

Rear-Admiral James B. Watmough, U. s. N., retired, died at Washington, aged 2.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20
Do you know the Mill End Sale?

We told that hal-knovedge than no knowledge
 We told that the mostdangerous and motnr the who knows only of the subject
 especially folks who talk about the Mill End Sale and dc ono the salea al
 fake There things bargains in it!
 the cleaning of old has accumulated" !
 going stuck"
 folks talk who don't know the Mill End Sale Maybe ocaed sales they have been nged into?
 But folks who know the Mill End Sale are different.
 They tell their friends what have found They show with things have bought They the after day. spend mnch choosing knowledge dollar its ordinary wok
 Q rnerhan i folks Mill End lots always dependable They msead They Mill End price always lower than regular price It pays to know the Mill End Sale. Do you know it?
 THE HOwr ND DRY GOODS CO
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-01-20

Farmer Want Ads. Gae Cent a Word.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Thank Offering Taken

WOODSTOCK = The annual Thank Offering meeting was held sunday conducted by Mrs. Harrison, W ho with the assistance of Mrs. Henry r. Child, Mrs Clarence Child, and Mrs. Ritchie from Canada, gave reports Of the Bos- ton Jubilee meetings. A thank offer ing of nearly so was taken. The ser vice was held in the church audttori- um, which is now lighted by electEici ty, the money for which has been raised by the young Indies of the Pan sy Band. Needed repairs and i'm prove ements have been made at the parson- age.
 A social at the Summers Friday evening should be well attended.
 Mrs Ritchie from Canada, former parishioner, visited at Rev. F. B. liar rison's this week.
 Mrs. w. J Lindeman was in Hart. ford last week.
 Mrs. Bingham, Misses Susan Sum. ner, Rilla Child ,snd Harriet sampson with college friends, and Misses Eliz- nbeth and Marion Perkins are Thanks giving home corners.
 People from here who attended the Healey social report good time.
 A mum Der of Woodstock ladies at tended the luncheon and meeting oi the Parent-Teachers Association in Putnam Saturday.
 In the Woodstock news last week in the article regarding Red Cross work the Sl0lcontribuiion credited 10 Mn Hardy should have been credited i' Mrs. Lowell.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Thompson Red Cross Branch
 Moves to Grange Hall

Hon. Randolph H. Chandler has generously given the use of two rooms in tGrange Hall for Red Cross work rooms. The rooms are heated and lighted and meet all the conditions of a standardized Red Cross work room. The rooms have hard wood floors, la bles, and chairs.
 It is expected to move Saturday and be ready for work on Monday, the regular Red Gress day for the fhomp son Branch The musical last Satur- day night at Mrs. Searls' home was given to get money for gauge. Surgi cfl dressings are now taking the place of the rolled bandages which are being done by machinery.
 John Bates is employed in the store.
 MT. Kelley, dyer at East Putnam for Mir. Vaughan, Is boarding at Mrs. Hulchlns
 Miss Alma Anderson, who has'been engaged at Miss Lewis for several years as domestic, has secured em- ployment with Mrs. Dart, which posi- tion she will fill after a short Thanks giving vacation.
 No green about Thanksgiving Day, 1917, in Thompson, the snow which gently fell on Wednesday having, to quote the laie Miss Larned, "eovered the brown earth completely.
 Dr. Taylor, who has been at Platts burg the past three months, has been acce pted and given the commission of captain. He is home on furlough.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Young Lieutenant Home

NORTH WOODSTOCK John E. Heal ey, who is stationed at Plattsburg, N Y, has received his commission as lieutenant He Is now home on leave, and with his sister Maud of Bridge port, and brother Leonard of Simsbury were here for Thanksgiving
 The Ladies' Aid Society held A pleasant social at the home of Mrs. l. H. sHealey last Friday evening. A me musical program was given and games enjoyed. A variety of cookies, cheese and coffee were served. Allison Potter has been visiting rel atives in various parts of the state, and brought back with him young cous in, Miss Dorothy Stone of East River Mrs. Addie Lyon is assisting in the care of Mrs. Matilda Morse. Misses Mary F. Potter of Ivoryton and Winifred Potter of Colchester, are at home for few days. Guests of the Rawson family on Thursday were Mrs. Ellen Torrey and son of Central Village, and Mrs. George Baker and daughter Marjorie of Put. nam.
 Miss Stella Frink of Wellesley Col ! lege has been recent visitor in town also two school friends. i Orsille Trask of Worcester spenl ! Sunday with his parents.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Lecture for War Fund

QUINEBAUG A stereoptieon lecture on .tAlaska and the Great klondike Stampede of 1897 9s'' was given by Mart A Howard of Webster nt the Quinebaug s.yceum on Friday evening before a large number of people. The proceeds will go to the Quinebang War Chest Fund, which will be used to bring comfort and cheer to the Quiue- baug boys who are now in the service. Dancing was enjoyed afterwards, with music by Miss Margaret Carroll and George Beck.
 The Gillsi bowling team defeated a team from Webster Thursday evening on the Lyceum alleys, 22l2 to TAO
 Miss Mae F. Willett was taken to St. Vineents hospital, Worcester, last Thursday.
 Mrs. Bridget McInerney of Brook line, was a visitor in town last week.
 Merton Brown has resigned his po- sition with B. A. Howard, Putnam, and is working for the American Opti cal company of Southbfidge.
 Ernest Desautelle of Worcester spent the week end at home.
 Michael Cocks of East Weymouth visited in town Sunday.
 The condition of Mrs Patrick Farley, who was operated on in the City hos pitai, Worcester, is reported as slightly improved.
 Miss Mildred Ungever spent the weekend in Webster.
 Miss Sybil Jennings, 4 student of the Wiliimantic Normal School, Is home for the Manufacturing vacation
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
TourteIIOtte High School

The boys of the manual training de- partment have nearly finished moving the lockers out of the boys locker room. This arrangement leaves q great deal more room for the manual training class, and also saves time and bother of locking up the tools each night. There is to be an iron telescope door to keep intruders out.
 Hot cocoa al three cents a cup is be. ing served each noon by the household arts department. The pupils appre. ciate this these cold days.
 Rehearsals for the plays, "Her first assignment, and IA bachelors ban. quet, have begun under the direction Of John Heald of Webster, The mem bers of the casts are, Carrie Anderson, Ethel Baker, Reginald Chandler, Dor othy Covell, Henry Davis, William Granata, Blanche Greene, Mildred Johnson, Alice Joslin, Margaret O Bri- en, Lena Smith, and Mildred West. The plays are to be given the first week in December.
 The basket ball team played it's first game of the season against the Alum nj last Friday evening. The Alumni won on their good passwork by the score of 33-29. Paine proved himself to be a star foul shooter by making seven out of ten tries.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Four Young Men Enlist

EAST WOODSTOCK - The following young men have enlisted the past week Harry Townsend, marines, Boston; Windsor White, guartermnster reserve: Wendell Bosworth and Elmer Robbins. NIT. Townsend has been pre- sented a comfort kit from Red Gross. He has had training in the navy.
 Mrs. E. L. Uphnm and children Of West Newton are spending few days at c. L. Ephsms. +. l.. Upham, Allen and Ethel Upham came for the holiday and week end.
 Whitney WhiIpley, wife and daugh- ter Dorothy of Wellesley Hills are spending few days with Mrs. Belle Whitney.
 C. II. Killam, John Killam and N. B. Morse Iattended the social al Echo Farm last Friday evening.
 Marguerite Ciemons is al St. Vim cents hospital.
 MT. and Mrs E. E. May spent Sum- day with Nj. D. Hildreth, Pomfret.
 Rev Walter LaDphear gave Tem. perance talk at,the Congregational church Sunday. The evening service was omitted, as the congregation was to the Woodstock Thsnk-offpfing ser. vice.
 Mrs. Flora killsm and daughter, are visiting in Wellesley siss's.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
use Brain and BraWn.

Special talents give promise of great ness but 50 often they end in vain prophesy. sThe world Is full of people with special gifts. but many of them are never heard from. Genius without push leads 10 a s0ured life. Better be n man with ordinary talents and push than wonder gone to seed. Get nHed with the idea of great achievement and then set out to realize your dream. Use your brains and your brawn- Working together this is combination that can defy discouragements and win success. Make the mind express itself through a willing body and you will leave your mark in history. spunk is the thing that will do it.-Pennsylyania Grit.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
Bradley Theatre

In viewing Tie Nlfmint by Owen Johnson at the Bradley theatre tonight every man will recall adventures Of schoolboy days and will recognize in Jack Pickiordis characterization of The Varmint. Il replica of himself. The yarmint is 8 Paramount picture.
 Marguerite Clark as "stunt man is new feature, but in The Amazons, her latest picture, is iestnred the dainty star as hardiest of ''stunt men. This is literal for during the five reels the star wears boys clothes. As for her daring ride and jump from her horse in2o The arms .f her sweetheart in a passing automobile, well, you have to see it for yourself al the Brad ley theatre on Monday adv
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30

Miss Lena Smith visited several days with Mrs Earl Tourtellotte of Putnam.
 Henry Draper of Worcester was in town several days.
 Mrs. Phinney and two daughters of fonkers, N. 1., are visiting Miss sherman.
 Mrs. Jabez Adams and two children of killingly are visiting William Sc : gur.
 Raymond Chase was home over the week end.
 Miss Gladys Munyan, who is a stu dent at Beeker's business college, was home over the week end.
 Miss Beebe entertained two friends from Boston on Sunday.
Putnam patriot., 1917-11-30
East Thompson All Day Social

About forty attended the all day social given by the Kings Daughters al their hall Wednesday. A fine har- vest dinner was served and a social af ternoon followed.
 Fernando Ross and wife are grand parents to another fine boy born 10 MT, and Mrs. Charles Hilton of Hartford.
 Mrs. Sarah Davis Curtis ofWorcester recently spent week with Mrs. Els worth BiXby and family.
 Mrs. John Sandstrom and son Clar- ence spent Saturday in Webster.
 Mrs John Ransom of MillVille, for merly Of Porter Plains, attended the Kings Daughters social last week.
 Mrs. Addison Tourtellotte of Put. nam was in town last week.