davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
HOW TO CLEAN OYSTERS Pollution Is Removed By Mechanical Agitation Wnne
 Being Washed With a Weak Salt Solution

washington, D. c. Dec. 3.-The most practical and effective method of cleaning shucked oysters and re- moving the mud, filth, and organisms they have acquired during the shuck- ing process is by mechanical agitation while washing them with weak salt solution. Oysters which contain pol luting organisms as the result of de- veloping in polluted water can not Dc cleansed after shucking by any meth cd of washing now in use.
 These conclusion have been reached by the Bureau of Chemistry of the United States Department of Agricul- ture after an extensive study of the various methods of washing and cleansing shucked oysters before ship ment in interstate commerce. Pro- longed washing or soaking in fresh water causes shucked oysters to ab- sorb quantities of water and to swell and increase in size. Oysters contain ing excessive water due to soaking are regarded as adulterated under the Federal Food and Drugs Act, and nu- merous prosecutions have been made for shipments of such oysters in 1n- terstate commerce.
 Soaking in salt water will not swell the oysters, but it will not remove the filth acquired during shucking effec- lively. Mechanical agitation of the oysters while they are being washed in a weak salt solution will cleanse the oysters without causing them to absorb excessive water. The salt so- lution should be 1 per cent or lit tie over, the percentage of salt de- pending upon the salinity of the oys- ters. A blowing machine forces this water over the oysters and they are mechanically moved about so that all are thoroughly cleansed. Usually 1t has been found that three minutes IS a. sufficient time for satisfactory cleansing by this method. When fresh water was used it was found that even three minutes was sufficient to pro- duce an increase in the volume of oysters. It was found that nothing was gained, from sanitary stand point, by prolonged soaking in tubs of fresh water, but, on the other hand, this caused an excessive swelling of the oysters and loss of flavor and food value.
 In establishments which are not equipped with mechanical means for agitating the oysters during washing it is advisable to hose or spray them on the colander or skinner and then to place the oysters in clean metal or enamel-lined tubs containing one per cent. salt solution Approximately two pounds and one ounce of salt to 25 gallons of water.) The oysters should be thoroughly stirred with a paddle for two or three minutes, then lightly hosed or sprayed on the skinner, carefully turned unity they are dry, and then packed. The salt solution in the tubs should be frequently re-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
LYRIC

Much has been said about what the atrica1 managers spend to put on a production, but like the salaries of movie actors, it's exaggerated at times, yet sometimes there is a play that will cost a manager more money than two average shows cost to pro- duce. This is especially true of His Last Dollar" which opens today at the Lyric for a weeks engagement. This show, beyond doubt. Is the most expensive one that has ever been of- fered in Bridgeport in a house where the policy has been stock plays. The race track scene alone costs as much to produce as the whole of the aver age play.
 Those who are interested in horses will take keen delight. in the scene where the horses are coming down the home stretch. in full view of the audi ence, each striving to gain first place, and so be sure that each jockey is doing the best he can. there's always a little friendly wagering going on, the result being that the race is gen. uine,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
THE STRAND

'The Conqueror,'' William Fox's stirring photodranla featuring Will liam FarnuTn, will be seen at the Strand theatre today and tomorrow. It is said of "The Conqueror'' that it is Director R. A. Walsh's master piece, and that statement should be accepted by the motion picture loving public as an epoch.
 The life of General Sam Houston, one of the country's most famous frontier character, is depicted on the screen in a wealth of realism and de- tail. The Mexican marauders of the early 40's and their depredations and their repulse by the cavalrymen and Indians under General Sam Houston Is one of thu most picturesque battle scenes ever filmed, no picture except ed.
 The love story in '-The Conqueror'' is charming and the dramatic action is skiIfulIy built 10 climaxes that reach the acme of motion picture realism.
 William Farnum as Sam Houston, the celebrated Texas hero, is pictured in the colorings so well fitted to his manly appearance and dramttic skill The younger Houston went to live with the Indians, where his presence was of much good to the Red Men. When he met the Tennessee Rose, however. his plans underwent com plete change. He became ambitious and rose to high political heights He became governor of the state and tAaa claimed the hand of his cnarmsr
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
ANNE ESTAMPES.

Anne Estampes, Duchess of Pisse- leu was a beautiful woman, the daughter of M deHerald. She ac- companied as maid of honor, Louise of Savoy, when she went in 1926 to meet her son Francis I of France at Madrid, who no sooner saw her than he loved her. He attempted to cover her dishonor by marrying her to one of his followers, whom he created Duke de Estampes. In the last years of Francis, the Duchess, to counteract the views of the dauphin and his mistress, Diana of Poiotiers, entered into correspondence with Charles V, emperor of Germany, and by her perfidious communications, en- abled him to surprise and take Eper- nay and Chateau Lierrt, where the magazines of the French were depos- ited. Francis confded entirely in her, and she sent constant information to Charles, so that the ruin of the kingdom seemed inevitable, but the quarrel that arose between Charles V and Henry VIII of England, saved France. After the death of Francis, the favorite retired to her country seat and was screened from the pros- ecution of her husband, who wished to punish her for adultery by the in- reference of the reigning mon- arch.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
POLES

Over two million people have en- loved themselves at Polls theatre run. The reason for this popularity may be seen today in one of the spe- c1al attractions, "Too Many Sweet hearts" @ big, full musical show brought to Bridgeport by the Poli management.
 Produced by Bart McHugh, written by Frank Orth. 1t has been divested of all uninteresting parts and its best musical and comic features will be offered for a limited engagement by a cast of exceptionally clever and versatile principals and beauty cho- rus. There will be four big scenes dressed by uolorful canvas and Charming costumes from the best American designers. Fourteen musi- cal numbers will be sung in solo, duet, and with full chorus.
 Costumes worn are from Adler, the Gown Shop and eight other noted emporiums of American fashion. The cast includes Patricia O'Dare, Frank Kellum, Sid Friendly, Margaret Shell ly. Anna Poulson, Ada Miller, Bessie Campbell and many others of equal note in the musical comedy world. In size and beauty it eclipses the Naughty Princess and Mimic World shows.
 As added attractions, Zelaya, broth CT of the President of Nicaragua, and one of the noted concert-pianists of the world will play a return engage ment at Polls with repertoire of classic and popular pieces. Fftzsim- mons and Cameron. entertainers par excellence, will also divert during the performance,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
WHAT'S GOING ON IN THE WORLD OF THEATRES AND AMUSEMENT

privileges allowed her only slightly older sister-just because she is a mere 20 months older and '4debu- tante."
 l Resolving to marry Leila her sister ron at any cost, she proceeds to spoil any chances Leila might have had in a strange and extremely humorous manner. She is not orten allowed to go to the theatre and it is not strange that on going with some of her Schoolmates she should fancy herself in love with the leading man. Hearing that the play is failing, Bab calls in the aid of her old friend and standby, Garter Brooks. He is a publicity man, and after thinking few moments concosts the following plan: Adrian, the leading man, shall aply to Bab's father for position in his factory, repeating one of the lines from the play, ''the world owes me a living and I must have it'' Her father will forcjbly throw him out and the actor and the play will be brought into the newspapers as Brooks will arrange to have plenty 1 of reporters present.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
TUESDAYS CALENDAR

2 o'clock-Ladies' Aid Society of
 West End Congregational church. 2:3O o'clock-Rector's chapter
 of St. Johns church. 2:SO o'clock-Rector's Guild of Christ church. 2:SO o'clock-Mosaic Club Red Gross work home of Miss Edith Porter, 59 Whitney avenue. E 3 o'clock-Young Woman's Guild of United church. 2 to 5 O'clock-St. Angustine's
 branch of Red Cross at St. Angus tines school. 7:S0 o'clock-Sacred Heart Aux
 iliary of Red Cross at Sacred Heart school. 7:45 o'clock-Rehearsal Bridge port OratOriO Society in High school auditorium. 7:45 o'clOhck-BaSketba in Co.,
 'onial Hall, preliminary game, Blue Ribbons at 8:SO.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
TODAY,S ANNIVERSARY.

The first Secretary of the Navy in the cabinet of an American president, was George Cabot, who was born in Salem, Mass, 166 years ago today, Dec. 8, 1751. He had been United States Senator before he was made the first Secretary of the Navy in 1798. He held the office but a, short time, and in most lists of cabinet members Benjamin ~Stoddert is the first name given. Cabot and Stoddert-the lat ter a cavalry leader in the revolution were, like most of their successors, almost wholly ignorant of naval af- fairs and the ways of the sea, at least at the beginning of their tenure of the post. A majority of the heads Of Uncle Sam's navy have been law yers, although Secretary Daniels, the present encumbent is a newspaper editor and publisher. Lincoln's Sec retary of the Navy. Gideon Wolles, was one of the few practical naval men to hold the post.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
THE ROCK OF MoNoGAMY

Only people who, even though they live in the midst of civilization, are essentially hermits in spirit can ignore the fact that relate to marriage and parenthood is obviously undergoing changes not only in practice but in fundamental conceptions of moral theory. On the other hand swift changes for which the revolutionists clamor fail to be realized. Any con- scientious effort to find out why will lead the investigator to the discovery that while the surface of marriage ethics is tossed about like 8 wind swept sea, the fundamental principles upon which monogamy is established remain as undisturbed as the sea a thousand fathoms beneath the sur face.-From Those Who Marry by
 Gordon Reeves in December Physical Culture.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
CHRISTMAS

Make it a jewelry Christmas. There is no other time of the entire year quite so wonderful as Christmas time, The smiling faces tell truly wonder full story of cheerfulness and those who turn to this store for gifts will find splendid service. In short this is the store of the Christmas spirit. Come and look at the beautiful dis play of our diamonds, watches, jew elry, silvereware, new cut glass, toilet and manicuring sets, clocks, etc. You will find all goods moderately priced. Liberty bonds taken in trade at full value. Open evenings until Christ mas. M. J. Buechler, the reliable jeweler.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
THE ANNIVERSARY OF
 BARBARA FRITCHIE'S BIRTH

Barbara Fritchie, whose name is known wherever the English lan- guage is spoken because of Whittier's immortal poem, was born in Lancas- ter, Pa, 151 years ago today, Dec. 3, 1766. She died in Frederick Md, in 1862, and the body of the' heroine rested in the ancient cemetery there until just a few years ago, when the Barbara Fritchie Memorial Associa- tion removed it to be inferred beside the remains of her husband. The association was, formed to erect a memorial shaft in honor of the .fa- nous woman.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
SCHOOL GIRLS TO
 ELIMINATE CANDY

A sacrifice is being made by the Westover School of Connecticut. The girl members of this fashionable es- tablishment have taken the pledge to eliminate all candy during the school year.
 After figuring up the expenditure for a year, the girls came to the con- clusion that a luxury which amount ed to hundreds of dollars, besides using up sugar which should be con- served, was an extravaganza of which they were ashamed
 Several other fashionable schools are considering the same sacrifice.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
FESTIVAL OF ST.
 FRANCIS XAVIER

The festival of St. Francis Xavier, famed in religious history as "the Apostle to the Indies," will be cele- brated today by Catholics, especially the native converts in India. St. Francis Xavier lived in the sixteenth century, and was one of the first. to respond to the appeal of St. Ignatius Loyola, founder of the society of Jesus, whose members are known as Jesuits. He carried the gospel to Goa, Travancore, Malacca and Japan, and vas preparing for the invasion of China when he died.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
ELKS MEMORIAL
 EXERCISES HELD

America will make her democracy safe, the Rev. Alexander Alison told the members of Bridgeport lodge of Elks at the annual lodge of sorrow held at the club house yesterday at which he was the principal speaker. He predicted a new unity, a new charity, and a new democracy as a result of the world war now raging, and a world inspired with chas- tened spirit in which all men are brothers.
 Peter F. Bellew, exalted ruler, pre- sided, selections were rendered by AL inert Lapke, and a pleasing program under the direction of George Bently rendered. The oration was delivered by Charles s. McCue.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
FELLOW BOARDER
 TAKES VALUABLES

Simultaneous disappearance of room CTS with valuables belonging to oth- CTS, WAS reported to the police from two houses, yesterday. Emilio Mas cada and Vincentz Espracasada, of 1,204 Pembroke street, claim that when Sebastian Veticos left the house, Friday evening, not to return, he carried with him $250 and gold watch, belonging to them.
 Martin Granett, of 406 Dover street, complained of having lost $40 in cash and costly pair of shoes when a ruomer at his house took French leave''
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
WOMEN SHOULD
 SALUTE THE FLAG

A New York woman has written to the Woman's Committee at Washing ton: Gan you start a Salute the Flag movement among the worn- en? I notice in our great patriotic parades that sometimes when the Flag passes, the men salute or un- cover. Sometimes they do not. I think that not only all the men, but all the women, should salute when the American Flag goes by.''
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
ALLIES TO BLAME,
 SAYS REV. ROSE

The Rev. Wallace W. Rose, pastor of the Church of the Redeemer, planes the allied governments for Italy's present predicament. In a sermon last night he said if the AL lies had gone to the aid of Italy when that country appealed for help condi- tions would be different than they are now. Later an illustrated lecture on Sunny Italy the Land of Sturdy Fighters" was given by Henry B. Ostrander.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
EMPIRE

.Bab's Burglar Is the main attrac- ffon at the Empire theatre today, to- morrow and "Wednesday. It is by far the best screen play this charming Paramount star has appeared in since her debut in screen plays. Following Is found the story ol this delightful play:
 Delightful Marguerite Clark as Bab Archibald Is q somewhat hoydenish schoolgirl who greatly resents the
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

newed. @s- -% x5s There are two general forms of o9- ster pollution. First, the acquiring ot po1luting organisms as a result oE growing in polluted waters. These oysters can not be cleansed of that pollution by any method of washing. The second form is where oysters dur ing their growth acquired little or no polluting organisms but after they were shucked became contaminated from organisms that had been on the outside of the shells. These oysters are thoroughly and effectively cleans ed by mechanical agitation while they are washed in d weak salt solution.
 Federal Judge Westenhaver sen- tenced Il draft dodgers to six months: in prison in Cleveland.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

Mrs. H. W. F1eck of Lafayette street
 expects to go to Washington, D. C.,
 to attend the National Suffrage Con-
 ventdon that is to be held in that city l opening December 10.
 MT. and Mrs. John J. O'Neil and
 daughters, Miss Veronica and Miss Frances, have returned from East Hampton, where they visited MT. and
 Mrs. R. A. Wall and family
 MT. and Mrs. c. F. Blackman and
 Wesley and Emil Stowe, have come l back from Granniss Corners, near New Haven, where they visited at the
 home of MT. and Mrs. George Black
 man on Woodward avenue.
 MT. and Mrs. W. R. Palmer, who for some months, left on Saturday for Hartford, where they will make their home in the future.
 MT. and Mrs. George W. Hills, ac-
 companied by MT. and Mrs. Buckley 1 of Southport, have left for Miami, Fla, in their car and will spend the | winter months in the South.
 MT. and Mrs. E. N. Sperry are to open their home at 300 Park Place on Thursday evening, December IS, for the third meeting of the Contempor-
 ary Club this season At this time Francis Wilson will speak on ''The Cido nf He has addressed the club before and his re-engagement is proof of his ahil- ity as a speaker. Many of the club
 members had the pleasure of hear ing his daughter, Baronne Huard | whose lecture under the auspices of
 the Little Sisters. was so interest ing. Mrs. J. Carleton Sterling is to make her home this winter with her mother
 Mrs Charles M. Calhoun on Wash ington avenue. MT. Sterling having secured a place in the ordnance de- partment in Washington, D. c.
 MT. and Mrs. Walter A. Kimberly and children Bertha and Augustus, HlOlOT6u OOWH to idIUuSH, IN. l.. to spend the holiday with MT. Kimber- ly's brother, William c. Kimberly. On
 their way back to this city they visit
 ed other relatives in New York city.
 Lieutenant and Mrs Nathaniel W.
 Bishop of Park Place, are to take an apartment in one of the New York hotels for the winter, as Lieutenant
 Bishop is stationed in New York for
 the time being.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

Preparations for raid on hotels in New York city are being complet- ed by Federal offifhcers. A charge of selling liquor in disguised form to soldiers and sailors is being made.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
APPLE. JELLY sHERBET

 to
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
DUTCH APPLE CAKE

St  inc
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
From Fashion Shops


 
 beautiful fabrics who 
 
   pile fabric it, judging nateria in the
  instead of with infrequeny the  of good-ooking of the and also
   would indeed be cautious  various crushed puhes wnicn sts fabric called kea which IS ezceeo- almost as soIt ana individuality of its own not 70 pa mere imitation
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
NEWS OF CLUES
 FASHIONS SHOPPERS GUIDE
Reliable Recipes
MOLASSES CREAM PIE

cup soda
  top before baking flavor. @
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
BOILED CIDER PIE

  crusts
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS JUST ARRIVED
 JOHlg RECK & SON
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
FROZEN PUDDING MADE WITH CONDENSED MILK

Two of milk
  ok milk
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

Charley White, famous boxing ref cree, is dead.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
FOR THE HOME
 DRESSMAKER

Now is good time to make over dresses that have outlived their claim to fashion; for it is a season of con- trasting materials. Overskirts and p1astrons, over sleeves and under sleeves, and bolero effects all make it possible to use more or less of the old material with some contrasting new material.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
CARROT PIE

sape and boil the cop or milk ginger in
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
FLAKED RICE MACAROONs

One and half aked rice drop from teaspoon in
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
PINEAPPLE AND CELERY SALAD


  cut strips Mosten the addition of whipped
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

MT. and Mrs. W. R. Palmer, who have been residing on Clinton avenue for some months, left on Saturday for Hartford, where they will make their home in the future.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

Tailored skirts and walking skirts in general are not more than one and three-quarters yards in width. It is a safe guess that they will continue narrow, for some time so you '. Fl make no mistake to cut yours on scant lines.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

In France au-black evening gowns with sleeves and trimming of net or shadow lace of the same hue are much in vogue. They have the ad- vantage of being generally becom- ing and of being economical because they do not have to be sent to the cleaner very often.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

Lieutenant and Mrs Nathaniel w. Bishop of Park Place, are to take an apartment in one of the New York hotels for the winter, as Lieutenant Bishop is stationed in New York for the time being
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

MT. and Mrs. George W. Hills, ac- companied by MT. and Mrs Buckley of Southport, have left for Miami, Fla, in their car and will spend the winter months in the South.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

Many of the new sleeves both of this transparent material and c4 heav- fer material are left open at the hand. This obviates the necessity of fash ioning cuffs-often a difficult task for the home dressmaker. An easy way to have them finished is by machine picoting which can be done reason ably at any dressmaker's supply shop.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

If you have any silk or velvet or other rich fabric left from the frock you are making save it and fashion it into a handbag. All the different paper pattern companies put out pa- per patterns that help in making these bags. You might decorate the bag with beads or woolen embroidery if you want it to be especially attrac-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

MT. and Mrs. c. F. Blackman and Wesley and Emil Stowe, have come back from Granniss Corners, near New Haven, where they visited at the home of MT. and Mrs. George Black man on Woodward avenue
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03
PERSONALS

Mrs. H. W. F1eck of Lafayette street expects to go to Washington, D. C., to attend the National Suffrage Con- Ventdon that is to be held in that city opening December 10.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

MT. and Mrs. John J. O'Neil and daughters, Miss Veronica and Miss Frances, have returned from East Hampton, where they visited MT. and Mrs. R. A. Wall and family.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

Mrs. J. Carleton Sterling is to make her home this winter with her mother, Mrs. Charles M. Calhoun on Wash- ington avenue. MT. Sterling having secured a place in the ordnance de- partment in Washington, D. c.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-03

Miss Edith Porter is to be the hostess for the regular meeting of the Mosaic club tomorrow afternoon at her home on Whitney avenue. Red Cross work will occupy the attention of the members.