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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Sister Principal Heir
 to the Wills Estate

In her will offered for probate to- day, Georgiana Augusta Mills be- queaths her property at 838 Park avenue and $4,000 to her sister. Frances J. Beers. The bequest is made on condition that Mrs. Beere provide for l.. w. Goddell, brother in-law of the testator. A hearing on the admission of the will will be held at 3 o'clock on Tuesday, April 24.
 Emma Lockwood of Seymour, Nell lie Lockwood and Frank Mills of Bridgeport. cousins of the testator, are bequeathed $500 each. Daniel and Philip Rowland two nephews, are to receive $1 each. The testa- tor provides that a monument be erected to herself and her mother in Mountain Grove cemetery. She beQueaths rocking chairs. cameo pins and other personal effects to Miss Ju- lia Rourke, Archer Abbott of Wilton; Fred Strickler of Stratford; Miss Edith Pierce, Stratford; Mrs. James T. Rourke and Miss Alice Goddell of Bridgeport. The estate is estimated at $7,000.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
National Guardsmen to Get Same Pay As
 Regular Army Men

Capt. Arthur c. Bennett of the Fourth company. Connecticut Coast artillery, is in receipt of a ruling from Major General Leonard Wood of the Eastern Department, which states that gunners and other rated mon in the Coast Artillery National Guard shall receive the same rating and pay as in the regular service. It is the custom of the government to give this pay when the men are at joint manoeu- vres. The acting paymaster of the state troops objected to the increased pay according to the rating. The de- cision of Major General Wood settles the matter and the men will receive the extra money.
 A number of the men of the Fourth company were vaccinAted today and also took the first innoculation of the serum for the prevention of typhoid fever. The serum was administered by surgeons of the sanitary detach- ments now with the Coast Artillery.
 No ruling has yet been received on the order to discharge married men or men who have dependents whom they must support.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Factory Fluids On Her Land, Woman
 Seeks Injunction

Seeking an injunction to restrain the Gaynor Manufacturing Go. of Stratford from allowing certain fluids to How upon her land, Margaret Mo- Donald of Stratford appeared before Judge Curtis in the superior court this afternoon to give her version of the dispute. Tn addition to the injunction Miss Mcdonald wants $1,o00 dam- ages.
 She claims the fluid has an obnox ious odor and is injurious to the health of her family as well as un- pleasant. She said she had asked to have the nuisance abated but without success. Factory Manager Edwin G. Gaynor denied that the fluid dschars- ed obnoxious odors. He said by the time the water reached the Mcdonald property the odor had evaporated. Judge Curtis reserved decision.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
TRUST COMPANIES AND STATE BANKS
 MAY FEDERALIZE

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 tendency to hang back at that time, but now that it has been seen to be entirely practical I believe that only the necessary start needs to be made by some for all to join in.
 "Of course there are certain restric- tions that will apply to state banks not, now obligatory such as the placing of reserve in the district banks, which money does not draw interest, and there is the matter Of interlock- ing directorates. But believe that the government will in due time ar range these matters to the satisfaction of the most 'captious banking institu- tion.'' ~<
 It is generally believed among bank CTS today that the matter of loyalty alone will bring all Connecticut banks within the federal reserve should the President ask direct cooperation of the various state institutions.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
FIREMEN
 KILLED WHEN A
 TANK ExPL0DES
Ammonia Receptacle Blows Up In Troy During Fire,
 Razing Building.

Troy, N. Y.. April 1S-Battalion Chief William Bailey Jr., Ladderman John T. Hoar of truck No. 3 and AL bert De Courville, volunteer, were killed and 10 other firemen were in tured early today at fire that des- troyed the store of the Mohican Gro- cery Go. The fire started at 9 o'clock last night and was virtually under control when an ammonia tank exploded, causing the building to col lapse. The firemen were working at different parts of the building and were caught in the falling walls.
 Chief Byron, the veteran of the de- partment, was among these injured. Six of the injured men were removed to hospital, but none is in a serious condition Battalion Chief Bailey's head was completely severad. The property loss will amount to about $75.000.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Plan County Boards
 For Child Welfare
Special to The Farmer. )


 Hartford, April 1S--The committee on humane interests reported favora- bly, to the Senate today a measure which would create in each county a board of child welfare. This is in effect the mothers pension law.
 The bill provides that each county shall have a board of nine r-embers, not less than three of whom shall be women, appointed by the state board of charities and confirmed by the county commissioners. They shall serve without pay but will be grant ed their expenses in the work. The board are to grant allowances to widowed mothers with two or more children under the age of 16 years and their work is to be supervised by the state board of charities.
 In general they are to do welfare work in rather broad sense for they are also to procure employment for dependent mothers and to investigate conditions and ascertain causes of de- pendency. The measure requires that all dependents are to be visited at least once in three months by mem bers of the board.
 For the purpose of carrying out the work in each county. allowances are 10 be made by the county commis- sion9rs, who may levy taxes or other wise raise the necessary funds. The state will eventually defray one-thirc ! of the total annual expense, leaving the county to pay tworthirds.
 The bill carries with 1t an appro- priation of $57,00O. A penalty oi $1O0 fine or six months Imprisonment Is provided for persons who attempt to defraud the. board or it's investiga- tors.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
HOME GUARDS IN
 THIS CITY TO BE FOURTH REGIMENT
Officers Attend Conference on Organization Today in
 Hartford.

Col Clifford B.. Wilson, Lieut.-Col. Stephen F. Cronan, Capt. J. Alex h. Robinson and Capt. John A. Leonard were in Hartford this afternoon at tending a conference of Connecticut Home Guard officers. The problem of permanent organization of the Home Guards and equipping 5000 of the 5000 who have been enrolled in the state was taken up. Besides the Bridgeport officers those at the conference were:
 Col Charles w. Burpee, Hartford regiment; Col. J. Richard North, New Haven regiment; Col. James Geddes, Naugatuck Valley regiment; Col. B. T. Kirkland, New London regiment, and Col. Joseph T. Elliott, Middlesex regiment.
 Capt. Robinson, who is the city clerk, has already begun the organiza- tion of his headquarters company. The companies which have been di- vided under various temporary com manders. here will be mustered into the service next week and Capt. Rob- inson will immediately make requisi- ton for their uniforms
 The Bridgeport regiment has been
  Connecticut Home Guards.
 At the drill in the state armory last evening Col. Wilson announced the following staff appointments:
 Captain and. adjutant, John A. Leonard.
 Captain and quartermaster. J. Alex. H. Robinson.
 Captain and paymaster. William E.. Seeley.
 Captain of Hospital corps. Dr. George s. Ford.
 Color sergeant, Alderman Vincent S. Whitney.
 The regiment was divided into com panies for the purposes of organiza- tion and the following appointments of company commanders were made:
 Company A, Captain Ralph T. Beers
 Company B. Captain Louis J. Herr mann. /
 Company c, Captain, William A. Waller.
 Company D Captain Elias s. Hall.
 Company B, Captain William Louns- bury
 Company F. Captain Stanley J. Hrdina.
 Comhany c, Captain Frederick J. BreckbiIl. Company L, Captain Frederic A.. Bartlett.
 Officers of Companies H. I, and K, have not been assigned. Company M is also still open.
 The following drill places have been assigned:
 Company A, Boys club gymnasium, Tuesday and Friday nights of each week.
 Company B, Lincoln school Tues day and Friday nights.
 Company c, Musicians hall. Mon day and Thursday evenings.
 Company D, Musicians hall, Tues ay and Friday evenings.
 Company E, Brooklawn Dancing academy. Monday and Thursday nights
 Company F, Boys club. Thursday nights.
 Company G. officers are trying to get Sokol hall for drill purposes.
 Company l., G. A. R. hall, Tuesday and Friday nights
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
MRS, CHRISTINA sCHUrr

The many friends of Mrs. Christina Schutt will be grieved to learn of her death which occurred early this morn ing after an illness of long duration She was highly respected in the East End. where she has resided for many years Surviving are one daughter Mrs. Frank Kenast, and one son, John H. Schutt, the we'll known butcher. She was a. member of tha German Reformed church, also the Frauen' Verein of the church.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
DIED.

PTTT-In this city, April IS, 1917 George R. Pitt, aged 6S years, months. days,
 Friends are invited to attend tflt funeral, at his late residence. No SIS Broad street, on Thursday April 18th, at 2:30 o'clock.
 Interment at Park cemetery. Au- x~-.,hiIo cor+oOa b. BRAY-In Fairfield, April 1s. 1911 Z. Margaret M, daughter of Margaret and the late Mathew Bray. aged 1s years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her mother, Spring street, Fairfield. on Thursday. April 19 at 8:3O a. m., and from st. Thomas church at g .. m.
 Interment St. Thomas cemetery
 U IT b. eOHUTT-In this city, April IS. 1917 Christine D., widow of Dietrich schutt, aged T years. months 14 days. as
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at her residence, No. 184 nion avenue. on Friday, April intermers LAksview cemetery. ss u 18 bsp MACBRIDEIn Tn thfs city. April IT 1917. Ada &, w4Ee Of George L Mac. Bride. aged 34f years sSs 2, Friends are invited ID attend tii< funeral from the Tnortuarx chApe' of Walker and Bank& HI Fairfield Ave. on Friday. Aprtf 1t 2:3G s D. m. Burial in Lakeview cemetery. Z ts u Is b. HOPKINS In this city, "Wednesday April IS, 1917s Charles H., son oi Edwin and Eva A. Hopkins. aged 14 years, month days.
 Funeral private at the residence of tho parents, No. 110 Deacon St. on Friday morning, April z0th al Il o'clock.
 Interment at Lakeview cemetery Automobile cortege.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
JAMES E. CUMMINGs.

Many friends and relatives attended the funeral of James B. Cummings held this morning from his late home, 267 James street, at 8:30 and at g o'clock from St. Augustine's church where a requiem high mass was cele- brated by Rev. Edward Hayes. At the offertory the choir sang Domino Jesu, after the servicest Thy Will Be Done," and as the body was borne from the church, Nearer My God to Three" The floral tributes were numerous and appropriate. The bear CTS were Daniel Melee, William Bur- ley. James Mulloy,s James Cook, James T. McCauley and William J. Jordan. Interment was in tke family plot in St. MichaePs cemetery
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
SUES CITY FOR $500.

Felix Cavanaugh of this city has filed papers in the city court, civil side, in suit against the City of Bridgeport for $500. Cavanaugh claims he slipped on an icy pa aS0Kaent while crossing Washington park last December and says he was painfully Injured. He charged the city with negligence.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
MILLIONAIRE SAYS
 SPRAYING RUINED TREES

On the ground that the trees on his Greenwich estate we're ruined by a spraying preparation. Albert WJohns- ton, a millionaire summer resident. has refused to pay Nehemiah R. Rich of Stamford a balance of $290.73 due for the work. Rich appeared before Judge Walsh and a jury in the com mon pleas court today to testify in his suit against Johnston He said he had been engaged by Johnston to spray the trees with a secret prepa-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
APPROVE MAYORS COMMITTEE.
Especial to The Farmer. )

Hartford, April 18-JThe committee on cities and boroughs reported fa- vorably In the Senate today to vali- date the committee appointed by the Bridgeport common council to pre-. pare the city manager plan charter for Bridgeport. The report was &C., cepted in the Senate, passed under suspension of the rules. and immedi- ately presented to the House.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Camera Enthusiasts
 Will Be Curbed Here

With the approach of warmer weather and the general use of cam eras by pleasure-bent persons, the military authorities of this city have issued warning. Major Beebe this morning stated that no person will be allowed to make photographs of mu- hilton plants or take pictures of the harhor or it's Notifications
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
ROWLAND DRY GOODS CO.

Morton, a resident of East Bridge port for a great many years, died at her home, 142 Grant street this morn ing. Mrs. Morton had lived in the house in which she died more than 30 years. Her husband, previous to his death 8 few years ago, was an employe of the Bridgeport Brass Co. for 40 years. Mrs. Morton was an accomplished pianist and was promi- nent in Bridgeport many years ago. She had been seriously i'll only since Monday. She was born in Rochester, N. Y., She was an attendant of Sum- merfield M. E. church. A sister Mrs. Agnes Warner of this city, sur wives her.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
CHARLES HoPKINs.

Charles, the IA year old son of Ed wi nand Eva West Hopkins, of 11O Deacon street, died this morning at the Bridgeport hospital, following a brief illness. The youth was prom ising student at the State Trade school in this city and was a popular mem Der of the Summerf1eld M. E. Sunday school. He came to this city from Waterbury with his parents a year and a half ago. He is survived by his father and mother and three sisters, the Misses Eva A.. Alice and Elsie Hopkins.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
MICHAEL HUGHES

The funeral of Michael Hughes was held from his late home. 719 Wash ington avenue at 9:30 this morning and from St. Augustine's church at 10 o'clock where Rev. James Derwin sang the mass of requiem. A dele- gation was present from Park City council, K. of c. The bearers: Daniel O'Neii. William P. Brennan, James Kenney. Thomas F. Barkley, James Lynch and James Hughes. Burial was in St. MichaeIs cemetery. Z
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
SEEK DIVORCE.

Divorce proceedings have been brought by Ivan Anderson of Strat- ford, against Helen Anderson of this city in which the husband charges in tolerable cruelty on tne part of Mrs. Anderson. The couple were married October 26, 1915. Mrs. Anderson's maiden name having been Helen Brasda. The action, which is filed through Attorney Walter F. Foley, is returnable to the superior court, May term.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
APPROPRIATE S1O,oOO
 FOR AGRICUUTURE WORK
Especial to The Farmer

| Hartford, April 18-In line with Gov. Holcomb's food conservation program the committee on appropria- tions in the Senate today reported a recommendation for the appropria- tion of $10,000 to be used in exten- sion work by the Connecticut Agri- cultural college under direction of the food supply committee recently named by Gov. Holcomb.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
LJoHN BOLTON.

The funeral of the late John Bolton was held from the Read Memorial chapel at Mountain Grove cemetery today. The Rev. Harrison F. Rock we'll assistant pastor of Trinity church, officiated at the bier. The bearers were all foremen of the Crane Co.,, James J. Stone, Charles J. Kitchan, Charles P. Hardwick and Frederick Lhndy. MT. Bolton is sur vived only by nephew, Herbert Sheasky, an employe and foreman of the Crane Co.,. residing at 366 Pe- Quonnock street.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
OBITUARY
ELLIS RESSLER

The funeral of Ellis, the 15 year old son of MT. and Mrs. Martin Ress- Ter of Fairfield was held at 2:30 this afternoon from the Grace M. D.. church, this city. Rev. Ernest F.. Weise, pastor of the church conducted the services which were largely att teneded. Miss Esther Berg sang sev- eral appropriate selections. Burial was in Lakeview cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Do any cooking utensils excel iron?

 Was there ever a griddle so good as the old-fashioned iron one? 7a. Could there be such cakes cooked on any other sort9 And is any skillet equal to the iron skillet? Ask the expert cook whose food you enjoy so much when you visit her home. She knows how good iron cooking utensils are. Skillets-4Oc to $.1O. Handled griddles-35c to 65c.
 Wood-handle skillets- 6Oc to soc.
 Bailed griddles- -65c to soc. Z Shallow skillets-45c to 55c.
 Oblong griddles-7oc to $1.05.
 Yankee bowls -s5c to $1.10.
 Kettles $1,15 to $1.55.
 Fourth floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED, MALE-Parties re- siding in smaller cities and towns 7 are offered exceptional opportunity to increase their income consider abiIy without any interference with present occupation nor any addi- tionaI expenses. Write for particu- lars, stating xour age and the na- ture of your Resent business. The Parnacott Co, 14S2 Broadway. New : York City.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
ROWLAND DRY GOODS CO..

ration,
 Johnston claims he has paid Rich About $2, 900 for the work. When he found the trees had been ruined he refused to pay any. more. He there upon filed a counterclaim for $2,000 damages. The trial was resumed this afternoon. Af- .~
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
ADA c. MCBRIDE.

Ada c. Hoops, wife of George l. Mac Bride, of 620 Atlantic ,street, died last night at the Bridgeport hospital, fol- lowing a brief illness. Mrs. Hopps who was 34 years old. came to this city from New Jersey seven years ago. She was a member of. the Emanuel Baptist church. Besides her hus- band she is survived by her father, James Hoops of Union Hill. N. J., three sisters, Mrs. Martin Schuler and Mrs. Charles Lyon of Union Hill, and Miss Jessie Hoops of this city, and four brothers, Harry. George and Lawrence of Union Hill and Mortimer Hoops of this city.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
STATE OF CONNECTICUT,
 DI0TRICT or BRIDGEPORT, e., PROBATE COURT.

ApTII IF, IyI7. Estate of Peter T. Clark late of the town of Bridgeport fin said district, de- ceased
 The Court of Probate for the dis trict of Bridgeport, hath limited and allowed stx months from the date hereof for creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims for bettlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts. properly artested. within said time. will be debarred rscov- cry. All persons indebted to said es- tate are requested to make immedi- ate payment to
 BEASA CLARK,
 Administratrix 1ss Holly Street. us s.p
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
HENRY WATERS BETTER

Y Deputy City Auditor Henry J. Wa ters who has been seriously i'll Of pneumonia at his home, 22 Elmwood avenue, is, recovering and is now able to sit up.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Handiest of little carpet rugs cheap :!


 Very sort of rug that fits into places where much ser vice is demanded.
 Small, of splendid quail ties, but in patterns that are hardly patterns at all. For these are clippings from big pieces of carpet; samples, practically. They've been finished and are all ready for use. Best Brussells; 221a by 36 inches soc.
 27 by 36 inches-69c. Heavy velvet; 27 by 36 inches -79c.
 Third floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
WELCOME SON

| Attorney and rs.Theodore F.. Stei-
 ber are the happy parents of baby | boy born this morning. The boy
 will be named Richard.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18

By vote of 101 to 94 the Penn
 sylvania House of Representatives de-. feated proposed constitutional
 amendment established equal suffrage.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18

Senator Peter Goelet Gerry of Rhode Island has offered his 406-ton yacht, the Owero, to the government to chase submarines during the war.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18

FOUND-3 boxes of candy between
 East Washington avenue, Bulls Head. Owner can have same by calling at 2ss East Warrington
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18

Without a dissenting vote the New York Senate passed @ bill to appro- priate $500,oo0 to aid the farmers and guard against famine here and abroad in 1918.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
AUTO REPAIRING

FORD SERVICE co. We make a speciality of repairing Ford cars. Automobile service city or country. Accessories and parts always on hand. Prompt service. 1064 Bar mum Ave. Phone Barnum 6330.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Yes, a very very real fight.

Yes, very very real fight
 Between the t'smalls'' and the other sorts The silk dresses for average women and for women of full figure just going to have share of attention They are ready to fight for it ]!
 Dresses for young folks and for small women set the ball rolling
 Now these other dresses what beauties! enter the contest. fl Beautiful Georgette crepe
 Glowing soft taffeta silk Crepe de chine
 Satiny charmeuse
 Combinations of crepe and tafeta of shades of
 crepe de chine.
 There blue dresses, and gray, and rose and rich
 deep black. aas+,.s 7 New handsome styles, trimming in rich harmony or smart contrast, fine dressmaking = AND SPECIAL. VAhss Their fp erieen aeHAA CASE $10.5O
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Busters that don't raise a dust

raise a dust Instead these clusters are dustless 1!
 They just seem to absorb the dust and not to send it flying through the air only to settle again in 9 new home. Dusters-15c and 25c. Floor brushes 85c and $1, Hand brushes-3Oc and 40c.
 Mops-35c.
 Mops with handle $1. Ceiling brushes 45c.
 Fourth ae--
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18
Put woolens in mothproof bag

 !. :. One sure, E. and m e easy, way to keep woolens through the warmer season-put them in a mothproof paper bag es- pecially built for such use. They are ready. Special shapes, roomy, tough heavy paper. Some are made with a hanger inside to keep cloth ing in better condition 65c to $2.
 Tar camphor balls, for use when clothes are packed away in boxes or chests,- 1Oc 15c and 25c box.
 Tar paper-5c sheet.
 Fourth floor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18

TED-Furnished lodging houses. ,; Address A. J. S., Care of Farmer.
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18

SARAH IL. MORTON Sarah l.. widow of. Augustus J.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-18

Farmer Want Ads. 10 . Word.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-02-12

When Ordering Job Work Don: Think It 10 Your Duty to Build Up Concerns In tho States, But Give The People Who Are Paying Wages and Spending Their Money In cordova a Chance to Live.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-02-12
CARS CHURCH RULES
 PEOPLE OF ALEUTIANs

For fifty years the czar has been | complacently making Russian subjects on Alaskan soil right under the Stars and Stripes.
 The Aleutian islands, together with Kodiak and Sitka, comprise our Al. sace-Lorraine - land under our flag but with loyalty elsewhere.
 For years the federal and territorial schools have been trying to overcome this opposition and to turn the young sters toward Americanism. But even today the native children speak Eng fish on the school grounds only when poiiced at their play by the teachers.
 Every home or hut has it's portrait of the cZar - the Little Father [" Russian flags are treasured and dis played.
 And if you ask them to what coun. try they belong, of what nation Alaska Is a part, nine out of ten will answer, Russia. ia."-Seattle Star.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-02-12

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