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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
HARVARD YOUTHS
 SWABBING DECKS IN RESERVE BOAT

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 said, would make many millions of dollars, has frightened the chances for the girls of Bridgeport. Hereafter when being kind to a man in sailors S uniform they will enjoy the rare un- certainty of not knowing whether they are befriending a millionaire or an ordinary human being. The young men are reported on highest author ity as all being extremely handsome.
 The youths who are so periodically serving their country are: William Christian Heppenheimer, Jr., son of General Heppenheimer of Jersey City, Jean Jacques Bertschmann, New combe Chandler Baker, Ralph Waldo Marshall and Horace E.. O'Sullivan, of New York. and Chester Walker Lockwood, of Washington. D. c. With the exception of MT. O'Sullivan who is a graduate. they are all stu dents at Harvard.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
Seeking Preventive
 Means For Doorway
 Accidents at Garages

The traffic squad of -he police de- partment is today considering such special means as will prevent acci. dents to cars coming from garage doorways in this city.
 Special attention is being given 10 this matter following two accidents which occurred in front of the Blue Ribbon garage this morning where trolley cars bumped automobiles with out injury to the occupants, within short time of each other.
 Report was made by Rev. John Doo- ley of South Coventry, Conn.,, bro .her of Detective Sergeant James Dooley, that his car had been damaged by col lision from a trolley car. The second report was that made by W. H. Me- Coy of this city, whose car was carom- ed from a trolley car into truck be-. longing to Fred Ives, trucknan of this city, In both cases the responsibil- ity was alleged to be upon The part of motormen for the Connecticut Co,
 Such rules will be formulated as in future. may prevent more serious acci-. dent than was narrowly escaped today.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
FOOD RESOURCES BOARD BEGINNING
 WORK IN COUNTY
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(COntlnued From Page One.) H. Plump, Bedding; Dr. w. H. Don- aldson, Fairfield; W. c. Johnson, Newtown; H. L. Cooper, Stamford; E.. l.. scofield, Stamford; E. M. Royle, Darien; Edward w. Kneen, Shelton; George E. Crawford, Bridgeport w. H. Burr, Westport, and D. F. Wheeler Bridgeport.
 E. F. von Wettberg of this city was appointed a committee on agriculture, Herman c. F'leitman of Stamford, the committee on transportation, Henry E. Harris, the industrial committee, Gen. Russell Frost. the military committee, and E. Beard Sawyer, the committee on relief.
 The executive committee got busy at 1:30 o'clock so that the work of the organization would go forward
 The executive committee got busy imme ediately. It was agreed that half dozen names for membership would be brought in by each of those pres ent today.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
Guard Fires Twice
 On Manufacturer
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 notice on the Buttery family but since his action was given publicity he has withdrawn the notice and agreed that the family may remain for three months at least.
 The guards on duty at the foot of Seaviews avenue and at the two plants of the Bridgeport Brass Go. walk post day and night. with one cartridge in the magazine of their rifles and five more in clip in their belts ready for Instant use. Their orders are to fire on anyone who refuses to halt at their challenge and to shoot to kill.
 At the East Bridgeport factory of the Brass Co. the sentinels have or- ders to keep everyone three feet away from the walls of the factory build ings. Recently an official of the company saw fit to disobey these regulations. The guard knew he waa connected with the factory but he had no choice in the matter and he ask ed the official to obey the order ana keep away from the building. The official refused. The guard then threatened him with the bayonet and finally prodded him with 1t, at the same time telling him that he would either get inside the factory or go un- der arrest.
 The official concluded to move then and complained to w. R. Webster, su- perintendent and vice president Of the Brass company. Capt Bennett told the officials of the company as he told, Mr. Hitchcock that he looked to them to be the first to gracefully acQuiesce in any military measures which might be adopted for the gen. eral good. He assured them that any orders he received would be carried out to the letter by his sentries and 1T anyone got hurt the fault would lie with the citizens who refused to re- cognize the military authority.
 ''This is. not boys play" the cap tain said. ''It's stern business. For some reason it takes some people a long time to realize this"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
JANESE DEATH ACCIDENT.
 CORONER PHELAN LEARNS

The death of John Janese of this city struck and fatally injured by a motor truck owned by the Bridgeport Hy- draulic Co.,, was accidental, accord ing to finding made today by Coro- ner John J.s Phelan. At hearing held yesterday several witnesses testi- fled that the driver of the truck tried in every possible way to avoid striking Janese. The accident occurred on Water street.
 Accidental death is also the ruling in the case of John Roberts, who died at the Norwalk hospital April IS. He was struck on the head by a lump of coal which fell from runway in the yards of Harris & Cans in South Nor walk.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
TAKE ANOTHER TOWN
 IN BIC DRIvE E

London, April 21.--British troops last night captured the village of Con- neliu, on the front between St. Quen- tin and Cambrai, it was off1cia ally an- nounced today. A number of prison CTS were taken in the sharp fighting.
 Paris. April 21-French troops made further gains last night in grenade fighting south of Juvincourt and east of Courcy. A German attack against Mont Haut failed, the war office an- nOunces.
 The artillery was very effective over the front of the French offensive The battle of guns ragged with particular violence east of Craonne and north of Rheims.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
CATHOLICS OF STAMFORD TO
 BUILD SCHOOL
St. James Parish Acquires Lot, Adjoining Parochial
 Residence.
Especial to the Farmer )

stratford, April 21-The present property of St. James Roman CathO- lie parish ha been greatly increased in size, it was learned today, when 1t became known that Mrs. Mary Lewis, wife of the oyster magnate, had disposed of a vacant lot of 25,00 square feet, in Main street, adjoining St. James Parochial residence.
 It will be utilized for the erection of parochial school. No definite plans for this building have been made. Rev. Michael O'ConnOr was in charge of the negotiations which resulted in the important purchase.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
Says Society Woman Discharged Him For
 Joining U. s. Forces

This afternoon six recruits who were recently enlisted were sent to join Capt. Louis J. Brague and his com mand, the Second company, Connecti- cut Coast Artillery, on duty out of the city. The men have been doing duty with the. Fourth company here.
 Nine more are needed for the Fourth company and 20 more for the Second company.
 A committee of officers is investi- gating today the story of recruit who joined the Field Ambulance com pany. He claims that when his en- ployer, we'll known society woman, learned he was in the service that she immediately discharged him.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
Few Words of Warning
 For Amateur Gardeners

(Issued by the Connecticut Com mittee of Food Supply.)
 Don't start your, garden before the ground is thoroughly dried out and warmed up.
 Seed put in cold. wet ground often refuses to germinate and is lost. Seed should not be wasted by planting un- der improper conditions; also, there is always danger of frost up to May 10.
 Such crops as peas can be planted earlier, as the frost does not affect them.
 Potatoes also may be planted any time after May 1.
 Beans and corn should not be plant ed until the danger of frost is over. Corn will do better if it is not planted until about May IS, as it sprouts and grows better if planted in warm, cno- genial soil No matter how rich your soil may look, it will produce better crops by liberal fertilizing. It is very foolish to start garden on poor soil, as your results will be meagre, and the work will be very discouraging.
 Before you decide to plant a piece of land, get some advice from some body who knows something about such matters as to it's adaptability for a garden.
 A small piece of good land we'll fer tilized is much better than large plot of poor land with insufficient fer tiIization. Don't forget to cultivate your ground.
 Cultivation releases moisture and any time you have nothing else to do to your garden, take your hoe or rake and move the soil little. This committee considers it of equal inn portance to caution people against starting gardens on poor ground and under improper conditions as 1t does to encourage the growth of more crops.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
OldtOWn canoe of your color.

Today, Oldtown of almost any model you ike-and in the color you most like!
 Carload ready You'll not find us wanting, when you want quick delivery of for that very evenng The Guide gray special in 18-foot length-$34 Models many, coors many, some trimmed with stripe of color and bit of gold 16 IT and IS feet $3 Sponsor canoes, can't be pset,-$49 $51 and $53 Every comfort and necessity from sails to cush ions from Jeeboards to repair kits.
 Fourthf
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
WILLIAM H. CoMLEY. SIR.

With members of the bar present from various parts of the state, a large delegation from Pequonnock lodge, I. O. o. F., and hundreds of other friends, the funeral of Judge William H. Comley, Sr., who died Thursday night, was held from his late home, 400 William street, at o'clock this afternoon. Rev. Bcnja- min F. Root, rector of St. PauTs Epis- copal church, in which Judge Com ley had been for years an active mem- Der, officiated at the simple Episcopal service. The bearers were Frank Todd, John Reid, Frank Canfield, James Crudgington, E. J. Morgan and Frederick Look. The delegation pres ent from Pequonnock lodge held short service at the grave in Mountain Grove cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
DIED.

tsssB E s O,ROURKE-In this city, April 20. O'Rourke.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral at her late residence, No. 40 Fulton St., on Monday, April 23. at g a. rn., and from St. Augustine's church at 9:30 a. m. with solemn Interment at St. Michael's ceme- terry. a. MULL,OY-In his city, April 20. 1917, William T., son of Winifred and the late Patrick J. Mulloy, aged 5. years. 3 months; days.
 Friends are, invited to attend the funeral at the residence of his mother. 148 Austin St., on Monday, April 23. at 2:30 p. m.
 Interment at St. MichaeIs ceme- tery. a WlITON-1n this city, April 20, 1917. Henry F. Wilton, aged 43 years, 10 months, days
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from. the mortuary chapel Of Walker and Banks, 314 Fairfield avenue on Monday. April 23, at 1:30 p. m.
 Waterbury papers please copy.
 a tCAREY-In this city, April 21. 1917. Mary A.. daughter of the late John F. and Mary J. Carey. Friends are invited 10 attend the funeral from her late Residence, 136 Pequonnock St.. on Tuesday, April "A at 8:30 a. m., and from St. Au- gustine's church at g a. m. with solemn high mass.
 Yr&n f-1, ~Ib~ RUPPERT-In this city, April IS, 1917, Augusta, widow of the late 1 months, 23 days
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, No. G03 East Main street on Monday, ' April 22nd 1917 at 2 o'clock D. m. 1nterment at the family plot in Lakeview cemetery.
 U 20 bsp BROWNE this city, Thursday, April 19, 1917. Helena Murphy, beloved wife of Robert E. Browne. aged 48 years, months, 12 days. Friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, No. 449 Maple street on Monday, April 23rd at S:3o a. m. and from St. Charles church at g o'clock. Burial at St. Michaers cemetery.
 U 20 b. DONAGHUE-In Stratford, Thurs day, April 19, 1917, John Donag- hue, aged 45 years, II month, 16 ' days.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, Sound View avenue, on Monday, April 23rd at 8:30 a. m. and from St. James, church at o'clock.
 Burial at St. MichaeTs cemetery.
 U 20 b.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
Boys pure-wool blue serges== $5.

That is much bigger than it looks here in your newspaper.
 Any sort of blue serge suit for boy (almost) would be worth attention at five dollars. But these not "any sort they particular sort Pure wool serge of nice quality and of fastdye blue Made with jackets of smart new Norfolk style with pinched back; trousers ful-lined.
 Suit that boy will with satisfaction and for good long time CE Sizes 6 to IT, ~Os 4@
 Front asement
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
SUES IN ESTATE DISPUTE

John w. Gordon of this city has brought suit for $625 against Robert F. Coyne, formerly of. this city but now of New Haven. Coyne claims to have an interest in the estate of Bridget Coyne, who recently died in this city, and papers have been serv ed on Administrator Joseph H. Whit comb. Gordon declares Coyne owes him $560.50. Papers in the action are returnable to the common pleas court, May term.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
Carelessness Causes
 Roomer's Asphyxiation

Because of carelessness in turning off the gas Clarence Penovi, aged 30, an employe of the Bridgeport Manufacturing Co.,, residing at 229 Olive street, is confined at St. Vim cents hospital, where it is believed he will recover.
 Penovi, 1t was said by the landlady with whom he lives, was found short ly after o'clock in his room the door of which was shut. The gas was pour ing from an open jet. Dr. s. I. Aranki, of the emergency staff was called and after partly reviving him with the lung-motor transferred the patient to St.. Vincents.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
PRESIDENT SEES BAKER.

Washington, April 21--President Wilson visited the state, war and navy building again today and conferred with Secretary Baker. The council of national defense assembled for meeting while the president was there, but he did not remain.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
OUR VIEWPOINT
 NEWS LETTER

Newtown, April 21.-There will be service in the Methodist church Sun day at D., m. Under the provision made by the New York East confer ence last week the Sandy Hook Meth odist church is put in charge of the Deaconess society and Miss Stowe will officiate every Sunday. This arrange. ment has brought joy to the member ship who have been bravely fighting to maintain the church for years and now see their efforts crowned with success.
 About 3S of the militiamen at Sandy Hook were entertained at St. Marys 3 hall Thursday afternoon and evening at feast prepared by the women of Sandy Hook They came to the hall in two companies, under their of- hcers, the first at o'clock and the second at 8:3O. After the dinner, music, song and dance were enjoyed under the direction of the rnatrons who chaperoned the affair. The sol- diers were extremely grateful for the kindness and courtesy extended to them, and gave their benefactors three rousing cheers. Mrs. T. F. Brew of the local Red Cross. was indefatigable in her efforts to make the dinner a success, while John O'Neil lent aid in the amusement feature. It is pro- posed to continue the work until the soldiers are thoroughly encamped and can attend to their own food.
 Rev. F. K. Hawley will hold service night at 7:30 o'clock.
 Deputy Sheriff and Morris D. Beers and son. Preston, autoe,1 70 Bridgeport Friday afternoon. Mrs. Curtis, moth CT of Mrs. Beers, returned to Bridge port with them.
 Joseph Durand has rented his farm on shares to Samuel Long for the sea- son.
 Mrs. A. E. White visited her hus- band at the St. vincent's hospital Bridgeport. Friday She found him in a greatly improved condition.
 A. J. Gallagher has returned from the Danbury hospital.
 Pootatuck grange will presen. the rural play, '"The Jonesvdlle Sewing Cir cle" at the Grange hall Tuesday night The cast of characters includes the following well known members of the order: Mrs. w. B. Glover, Miss Mill dred Stevens, Mrs. F. H. Nutchill, Miss Charlotte Minor, Miss Anna Murphy. Mrs. H. N. Tiemann, Miss Hazel Smith, Wallace N. Mitchell. Rev. A. C. Tib- balls, Robert Temann. The third and fourth degrees will be conferred the same evening.
 Jesse B. Woodruff, who resigned his position in the Newtown Savings bank to take another with the T. L. Watson Co. of Bridgeport, will continue to re- sids In Newtown. While hero MT. woodruff enjoyed popular favor and his friends wish him we'll.
 Mrs Wulff, housekeeper and nurse at E. B. Camps home, Taunton, was given a birthday party by a score O. friends las. Saturday night. Refresh ments were served and Mrs. Wu1f received many tokens of good will.
 A grass fire caught the home oi noon Tuesday and would have burned the house, but for the work of the neiga1bors. Her summer supply of wood was destroyed.
 Miss Doris Downs of New.own, is visiting in Danbury, the guest of her parents.
 The Misses May Egan and Nave Ioulihan of Newtown, who have po- itions in Bridgeport, are now conn nuting daily.
 Mrs. Vim. Driscol1 and Mrs. Wm. | 1gan were visitors in Palestine Tues ay.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
F. S. BRUNDAGE ESTATE

Mabel l.. Brundage, widow of Frank s. Brundage, was appointed adminis- tratrix of his estate in the probate court today. The estate consists of the house and property in Richardson street and about $4,0OO in banks Frank E. Tracy and Daniel Fitzroy were named appraisers. MT. Brun- dage was widely known as a road builder. Besides his widow he is sur vived by son, Frank l.. V. Brun dage and daughter, Myrtle J. Brun- dage.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
PORTUGUESE CABINET QUITS

Lisbon, April 21.-Antonio J. AL meida, president of the council, pre- sen.ed today to Bernardino Machado, the President of Portugal, the resig- nation of the entire cabinet. Premie. Almeida's action followed an adverse vote in the chamber of deputies on the question of the government estab. fishing a national economic council.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
MRS. ALBERT BAKER

The funeral of Mrs. Albert Baker, widow of the late Albert Baker, was held from the undertaking parlors of Rourk & Boucher yesterday morn- ing at 10 o'clock. There was present large attendance of sorrowing rela. tives and friends and the floral offer- ings were numerous and appropriate The bearers were the immediate friends of Mrs. Baker. Burial was in the family plot at St. Michaels ceme- tery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
WILLIAM E PACKETT

William E., the seven months and seven days old son of William H. and Florence LaRose Packet, died yes- terday at the home of his parents, 1888 Main street The funeral was held from the home of his parents at o'clock this afternoon. Burial was in Park cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
NIRDLINGER PROTESTS VALUA-
 TTON.

Julius A. Nirdlinger, who conducts cloak and suit business at 917 Main street, has appealed to the superior court to reduce the valuation set on his stock. He estimates it to be worth $2,000. The tax assessors placed valuation of $5,0O0 which the board of relief refused to change. MT. Nirdlinger thinks the valuation is excessive. He lives in New York city and does business in Bridgeport.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
England to Grant Safe Conduct to
 Austria s Envoy

Washington April 21-The Brit ish government has formally notified Ambassador Page in London that it is prepared to grant safe conduct to Count Tarnowski, Austrian ambassa- dor designate, from the United States to Austria.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
Minimizes Report3
 of Argentine Riots

Washington, April 21-Importance of the anti-German rioting in Ar gentina is mininized in a report from American Ambassador Stimson.
 In the rioting of April IA, Stimson a few windows in a build. ing where a German newspaper was printed were broken. A German ship was attacked. A counter demon. stration on the next night was of less importance
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
GOES TO DEATH IN CHAIR.

Ossining, N. Y., April 21---Petrius Von Don Corput was put to death in the electric chair at Sing Sing prison here at 12:34 D. m. today for the murder of Barbara Wright in New York city, after 11th hour efforts to save his life had failed.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
HENRY F. WILTON.

Henry F. Wilton, a painter in the employ of the American & British Mfg. Co.,, dropped dead yesterday of heart disease as he was leaving the home of friends at 204 Noble avenue. MT. Wilton was dead when the ambu- lance arrived. MT. Wilton, who re- sided at 157 Sterling street, was 43 years old He was born in Water bury. His widow survives him. The funeral will be held from the mor- tuary chapel of Walker & Banks on Monday.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
BIG SCHOONER LAUNCHED.

Noank, April 21-Five masted auxiliary schooner Virginia Pendle- ton, 288 feet long, 43 feet wide, 22 feet deep. with two 250 horse power engines, was launched this morning. About 1000 spectators were present. It is understood that the boat has been sold to parties abroad for $235,- 900. f
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
MARY A. CAREY.

Mary A., daughter of the late John F. and Mary J. Carey, died this morn ing at her home, 136 Pequonnock street. Miss Carey was formerly a teacher in Washington school. She is survived by two sisters, Josephine and Annie and one brother, Rev. Daniel J. Carey, rector of the cathe- dral in Harrisburg, Pa.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
CATHERINE M,CARRICK.

The funeral of Catherine, wife of Patrick McCarrick was held from her late home, 262 Railroad avenue, at 8:20 this morning and from Sacred Heart church at o'clock where Rev. Thomas P. Mooney sang the mass of requiem. The bearers were August A. Hoepfner, Michael Devanney, John Knablin and Michael F'lemming Burial was in St. Michaeps cemetery
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
oOWEN GILL,

The funeral of Owen Gill was large ly attended from his late home, 391 Capitol avenue, at 8:30 and from St. Patrick's church at 9 o'clock today, where Rev. Joseph T. Picker, sang the mass of requiem. The church choir sa1g them usic of the mass. The bear CTS: John and Michael Gill, Thomas McMahon, James kenney, James Grafton and James Boyle. Burial was in St. MichaeTs cemetery.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
SEEK CLINIC BUILDING BIDS

Bids on the new public clinic build ing, which is 70 be erected at Wash- ington and Madison avenues, will be received at the office of the board of contract and supply until noon. Mon day, May T. Bids will also be received on four steel bodies for hose carriages for the fire department
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
HOLLAND TO BE NEUTRAL

Washington, April 21-Holland has formally notified the state depart ment that it will maintain strict neutrality in the war beween Ger many and the United States.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
CARD OF THANKS

We herewith desire to express our heartfelt thanks to all friends and neighbors; to the members of the Frauen verefn of the German Re- formed church who 50 kindly assisted in our sad bereavement; for the beau tiful floral tokens and by attending the funeral of our beloved Mother Christina D. Schutt.
 THE BEREAVED FAMILY.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21

Dr. Charles Pilgrim. chairman of the State Hospital Commission, was nominated to be superintendent of the Manhattan State Hospital.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21
OBITUARY
WILLIAM MULIOY.

William, the six years old son of Winifred and the late Patrick Mul- Joy, died yesterday afternoon at the home of his mother, 14s Austin street. The boy was a pupil in Sa- cred Heart school.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-21

Admiral Kolchak, commander of the Black Sea fleet, was appointed commander-in-chi of all Russian naval forces in the Baltic.