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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18
Calmly Self Conhdent.

1t was interesting to compare the at
titude of these veterans with that Of
the men who entrained for the frontier
In 1914. 1t was then 'On to Berlin ;"
Death to William" and the Marseii-
laise. Now, although tho men were
quietly laughing and joking as they
tugged the last reluctant horses up
docio. They were pleased at the pros
pect Of an interesting trip. but they
had no illusions. Their spirit was one
of calm self-confidence rather than
enthusiasm. Picardy. Flanders, Alsace,
Verdun. Lombardy-it Is all one to the
poilus OF France. They have taken the
GermanS measure on many grim
field. and all they ask is to Illustrate
their old enemy once more, wherever
ne reappears. and SO in the end attain
that victory and peace which are their
hearts sole desire
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18

in the trenches, but ] tell them they
must not expect too much. Some things
viii be pleasant and the others hard
We certainly shall check the Germans,
but whether we can drive them from
Italy is an open question. Every one
who has made predictions in this war
has been wrong. However. I am sure
have been right once. for every day
say to myself. Today the war is hall
over, 50 no matter how long it lasts !
am sure to have been right one day"
The Germans doubtless will be un-
pleasantly surprised to meet you again
on the plains Of Lombardy," I euE-
gested.
Yes" agreed tho colonel They
must have changed their opinion of US
since the war began. for 1t is signifi-
can't that the only fronts where they
have been able to do anything were
fronts where we were unable to get at
them--Russia, Serbia, Rumania and
now Italy; but in Italy they are going
to BE- disappointed, for we shall get
at them after ALL"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18
Decides to Ruin q. s.

Germany has definitely decided on
Americas ruin. She has definitely de-
cided that there must be an intense
anti American spirit in both govern
ment and people. She may bide her
time, and she will doubtless try to
separate US from our allies, but her
purpose toward us is both relentless
and ruthless.
II we are true to ourselves; II we
prepare our armed strength and keep
it prepared; IL we show far-sighted-
ness and valor Of soul. we can be
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18
Revolved on Axis, Then Sank.

while I watched her she seemed to
revolve upon her own axis and plunge
down." said Won Koenig.
He never saw her again. He hung
about the neighborhood for the greater
part OF two days. wirelesstng whenever
1t seemed safe. and keeping a continual
lookout for wreckage. During the
greater part of this time his own boat
remained on tho surface. and it was
only by chance that he was not sighted
by the British boats. He dived two or
three times as a measure of precaution.
but SO far as he knows was never
sighted. Eventually he gave the Bremen
up for lost and returned to Kiel to re-
port.
IT think her cargo shifted" said Won
Koenig. Her trial trip proved that she
lacked the stability of the Deutschland,
and the heavy seas we experienced
probably turned her over and she sank.
I was the last to see her alive"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18

Col Brice Disaue of the Army Signal
corps mas gone to Oregon to establish
a government spruce speeding,' bu-
reau for the Pacific northwest. Ten
thousand men will be sent into the for
eSts to cut timber
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18
FRENCH TROOPS CALMLY
BOARD TRAIN FOR ITALY
Regard the Movement as Agree
able Change" But Told "Not
to Expect Too Much"
By PAUL SCOTT MowRER.

BY PAUL SCOTT MOWRER.
CabieEran to The Sunday Star and
Chicago Daily News. Copyright, 1917.
WITH THE FRENCH ARMIES. No
vember Ill passed the better part Of
this dim afternoon watching French
troops entraining for Italy. 1t is one
thing to say that the French are sending
troops into Italy and that the mems mo-
rale is excellent, but to see the en-
barkation with ones own eyes is different.
A dingy train, composed Of box and fiat
cars and few passenger coaches. stood
waiting in little country freight yard
when 1 arrived. Two officers with note
books were inspecting the capacity OF the
cars. but otherwise the broad gravel quay
was empty.
Head of Column Appears.
Soon the head of column appeared
on railway bridge. The line of misty
blue turned toward me-the first group
being men on horses, then infantry, in
close column Of fours, and. finally, the
endless convoy of wagons which consti-
tutes the regimental household-and pres
emily the quay was alive with activity.
The men stacked their arms with signs
of relief, and deposited their heavy sacks
on the ground. They had marched a
considerable distance. and. despite the
Coid, were pefSpir1ng.
That makes twenty l<ilometers twelve
miles) less. anyway" remarked one poilu
as he swabbed a sleeve across his red
face.
In a remarkably short time haver-
sacks were slowed aboard. the horses
were unhftched and men were running
the high-piled wagons up sloping
Eangways onto the cars. As stood
watching four soldiers unloading a
bread misunderstanding the brown
loaves skillfuliy from hand to hand two
at time-a colonel strolled near, lead
ing a fine Irish terrier.
you are taking the dog with you?'
j asked.
Yes" he replied with smile. Il
have had him with me five years, but
this is the first time he has been in the
service with me. He Is our watch dog
and my wife would never let him CO.
But lately he has become quite violent
and the other morning he bit the milk
man. He attacks every one who APP
proaches our house and it is impossi-
BILE for my wife. so / am going to let
him exercise this new offensive-de-
fensive spirit Of his on the boches"
"An Agreeable Change"
Are you glad you are going to
Italy?'
Then men are pleased. as it makes
an agreeable change after three years
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18

justified. believe. by the necessity OF
explaining how one of the best kept
secrets Of the C-boat war came to my
ears. Won Koenig explained that he
left port In command of a U-boat that
was ordered to convoy the heavily
both boats were under orders to COM
municate by wireless every two hours
when this was possible. and to keep
in especially close touch during bad
weather. Won Koenig's story hints
that there were some doubts as to the
stability of the Bremen. as she had not
balanced well upon her trial trip.
ceiving wireless reports from the Bre-
men regularly for a time. Then
storm blew up, and the sea became
extraordinarily rough. The Bremen 8
wireless messages became more infre-
quent and disjointed. The operator ex-
planned that he was having trouble
with his apparatus. Then 1 received
a startling message:
Cargo is shifting and engine has
ceased to function. Come"
Won Koenig set out in search OF the
Bremen. After a hunt of some hours.
which was made the more difficult be-
cause the night had become very dark
he finally ran almost alongside her
shortly after midnight. He was alone
in his coming tower at the moment,
the watch officer having just gone be-
low. BY the faint glimmer of light
which is almost always on the waves
at night he was able to make out that
something had gone seriously wrong
at an angle Of almost thirty degrees.
her nose in air. Her engines were not
working, and she was at the mercy Of
the heavy seas.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18
"An Agreeable Change. y

Are you glad you are going to
Italy?'
Then men are pleased, as it makes
an agreeable change after three years
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18

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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18

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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
KATHERINE BLAKE

Katherine Blake was the wife of William Blake, the artist, and came of very humble parentage. She was first noticed by the young painter for the whiteness of her hands and the sylph-like beauty of her form. He drew her picture. fell in love with her, and soon afterward married her. The woman who became the great artists wife seemed to have been created for him, not alone because of the fact that she had all the qualities he lack ed, but also because shs believed her husband to be the finest genius on earth. She was, in a word, his most ardent worshipper, A curious eharac- ter of hers was that she despised finery, costly meals and pleasant com- pany, preferPing that of her husband alone, She was the most domestic of women, and affected the ugliest of clothes, despite the fact that she had great artistic taste, She was wo- man with an extraordinary mind, but devoted herself solely to her husband. She was at his bedside when he died in 1928, and followed him to the grave in a short time. It is generally be- lieved that a broken heart, caused by the grief of her loss of her husband, brought about her death.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
WHAT'S GOING ON IN THE UIORLD |OF THEATRES AND AMUSEMENT
PLAZA

When you find the name of Robert sN- Chambers scribbled under the heading of a story as it's author, you anst1nctively read it Every red blood ed American likes thrills in his read ing matter. It's second nature with an American to look for them-his love of adventure has cultured in him this desire Hence the phenomenal success of ''Who Goes There?" MT. ChaEbers latest effort which has just been released by Vitagraph with liar 1y Mercy and Corinne Griffith in the stellar roles. Who Goes There?" is Hhe masterful tale of an American who foi1s German. intrigue and wins the danghter of an enemy general It is boiling over with intrigue and adven- lure, crammed with thrills and abounding in sensationalism- It is picture that will attract and satisfy every man, woman and child and as <aa big attraction at the Plaza theatre 4he latter half of the week commenc- ing with today's matinee, it will un- doubted1y prove a powerful drawing lcard- =id
 HeadIining a most sumptuous lVandeviIie program is a "corking'' act entitled "Fo11ies of Vaudeville" for which a very clever trio. by name, ePalfrey, Hall and Brown are respon-, Isfble.
 Other features on the bill are Dean and Thatcher in songs and idle chat ter, Jordan and Lovera in classy little variety skit and The Puppetts who have been reported as one of the |eeason's most entertaining teams.
 'aThe Iceman's Bride" a two reel Keystone screen completes the attrac- fiona.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
LYRIC

Romance, mystery, thrills, humor and strong dramatic punches go into fhe making of '@Fhe Other Wife," one of the most enjoyable dramas in which the Pei Players have been seen this season, '+The Other Wife9 is & meiedrama, but the melodrama after ali is the best mode of expression for AaHaaisah life, Fhe author of the play. Carl Mason, has developed Q plot which holds the audience breath Less with interest and it possesses that mach sought for element, gen. uine suspense. Several times in the course of the play the action de~el- ops nSew twists to the plot which come almost like knockout slslews. to the auditorS belief that the playwright is going to extTicate his leading char acteF from the difficulties which en- s5nesh him The way NfF. Mason holds his solution up to the final moment is a proof of fine technical craftsman Isl1ip, Ths plot of the play is almost intricate with it's web of purposes and cross purposes.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
POLT'S

A double feature bill of feature pho 1 foplay and vaudeville is to be pre- Eeented at Pohs theatre today when iCharies Morattf. assisted by Pelham { Innton & Company, will present the { big operetta, 'Tt Happened in Vaude- ! vile"
 This big and eminent cast of sing CTS and talented musicians, assure Audiences the acme of excellence and musical selections and in a light com edy filled performance.
 Norma Talmadge, attractive, enter faining and petite little star of mo- tion feature-plays will appear in ''The : kAfoth," a six-reel production from the f6eiznick studios. This is the story of q moth wife who was blinded by the keocial oandJe-a story of social sins land sorrows with an ending that
 thrills.
 Gargfnttti Brothers, champion hat and boomerang throwers from Aus fralia, will give one of the most pleas ! ing and amazing exhibitions of their art ever offered inside theatre.
 Barnes & Robinson, direct from the leading theatres in New York, in song and piano recital will orrer the latest song hits from the Big town. They are the ultra dressers of vaudeville.
 Ethel McDonough. grand-opera ar- < fist and singer, comes to Bridgeport as a special added attraction on the : PoA bill She will appear in full stage setting of wonderful wardrobe I4hat will especially appeal to the ksStylish Wonans eyes,
 Knapp & Cornella. in a two-man 1 comedy variety act, introduce many seenAa4lOaa1 features and speeialties,
 Fhei1 offering is said by vaudeville critics 4s be entirely unique and odd.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
Christmas Reunion at the Colonial
 Ball Room.

Plans for the annual Christmas Night reunion of the patrons of Quil- tvs School of Dancing and the Colo nia1 Ball Room, are in progress now, and 1t promises to be one of the pleas antest of the long series lasting 19 years. Ever since the school was first opened it has been the practice to give an especially good time to the old patrons, some of whom come long distances to be present. There will be an evening of dancing, with some special events planned for that occa- sion, good music by Murray, and a cordial welcome to all of the old pa irons and their friends.
 For Christmas afternoon there will be a basket ball game between two well known teams, and an afternoon of dancing, for which Murray will fur nish the music.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
HIPPODROME

Charming, talented Enid Bennett does sola6 wonderful acting in the TTiaHgae master screen production, s-TElA Mother Instinct" which is the Eeatursa attraction at the Hippo drenes SisratfeFd avenue, corner Will mot and Carroll avenues, this even ling lt s...-
 .Af7ie Mother Instinct is g. power 4d present day drama with many heart Interest situations and big un- expected incidents, The story is one that grips, and holds the attention sthroHkhoi1t and the star has full ep- pertunities for the display of her wondeFfu histFionie ability.
 other Bhotoplays of single and nul= fipie parts will close the bill.
 Tho most popular screen and stage star now appearing in motion pic lures; Mary Picleferd, will be seen at this theatre tomorrow evening in her Aircraft success, "Rebecca of Sunny Brock F,arna,n adapted from the wide s7v read novel of the same name
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
MENU FOR DINNER ON
 CHRISTMAS DAY

Many Connecticut hotel men have, within the last few days submitted to the United States Food Admins tration office, their proposed menus of Christmas day dinner.
 Christmas this year comes on Tues day, meat1ess day in the Hoover creed, but many of the Connection. bcn1faces are emulating their New York city brethren Of the Waldorf Astoria, the McAlpfn and the Van derbilt in making the Christmas day dinner not only msatless but wheat less as we'll
 It has been discovered by the Food administration office that many of the hotel chefs are fofmer-msmbers of the French army and keenly realize the need for more radical wheat and beef conservation. One of the best Hoover menus for 9. Christmas day dinner that has been shown to Coanscticut's food administrator, runs like this.
 Oysters
 Pumpkin Cream Soup Celery Olives
 LII I16 A1OEL 0f0Ol6 Guinea Hen with Brussels Sprouts
 Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple Salad in Season Plumb Pudding, with Frothy Vanilla
 and Rum Sauce
 Fruit, Nuts aid Raisins Nut Bread Coffee One Connecticut hotel chef who has served number of years in the French Army calls his card The Vie- tcfy Menu. "0ur Christmas plan does not mean that the well-to-do guest should net or will not receive what hs is accustomed te," ha says, in explaining the card, f@Fhs eensum- irg,. for example, of terfapin, duck, lobster, saves the articles of food needed for our soldiers and the arm ies of our allies. Such things are of no use whatever to them. It is evil dently an aid to the country fer those who spend freely to use what may be called de luxe food stuffs' like game fowl, and sea food"
 The Victory Menu is as follows: Terbay Oysters Shifred Egg Beney Minced Chicken Gratin Baked Potato Vanilla lee Cream
 Tea Coffee Milk.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
TO SAVE SUGAR.

For the present, voluntary sugar. saving has been supplanted by com- pulsory ugar-saving. It may be the beginning of an habi+ual use of less sugar which in many cases will be 8 positive gain from the standpoint of health. Sugar is ca highly concen- trated food and it gives us practically nothing, but energy since it contains TO protein and none of the mineral elements. A large amount of it in the diet satisfies the appetite but at sacrifice of some other foods which are needed to maintain health and at the same time eveFtaKes the digestive organs and initiates the intestinal tract,
 It is not the purpose, however, to point out here the gains made from the enforced abstinence from sugar, but rather to bring to your attention some other foods that can be used to supply the sweetening necessary to probability.
 Dates cut in small pieces may be added to cereal five minutes before the cooking is finished, Either dates or raisiRs can be used to fill the cen- tefs of eeFed apples when baking them, and if a richer dessert is de- sired surround the apples with maple syrup and haste frequently during baking.
 Some of the jellies, jams and mar Haaaades that were made last summer may be used now to take the place of sugar, net alone as relishes but for cake and sandwich filings. Jelly in combination with whipped cream makes 8 very deiieis1s cake filling.
 Figs are another food to be used to supplement sugar iR cake. cookies, sandwiches and desserts.
 Corn and maple syrup, also honey, are very acceptable sources of sweet ening.
 A cupfu1 of honey will sweeten a dish about the same as a eupful of sugar. When used in place of sugar in cake, the cake keeps moist for a much longer time.
 In point of flavor ,honey is distinct i've and may be characterized as flat, and for that reason needs to be com bined with other favors. The spices, cinnamon, cloEe, ginger, and nutmeg are good in combination with honey also lemon juice and rind.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
 FOR CHILDREN AT DAY NURSERY Miss Slocum Gives Annual Christmas, Party for
 Dancing School TREE FOR HOSPITAL
 ON CHRISTMAS EVE Concert for Benefit of As sociated Charities and
 Day Nursery

Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock is the time set for the Christmas festivities at the Catholic Day nursery at the East Side Kindergarten at $40 Ogden street and according to the plans as made the youngsters are to be made very happy. There will be a tree and gifts for the little folk who come to the Nursery each day ,and in addi- ton, the girls who comprise the Neighborhood Club are. to be invited to the fun. Quite a number have sent in contributions but more could be used and would be greatly appre- clated by those in charge.
 The Children of Miss Benita V. Slocum's school of dancing will have their annual Christmas party tomor- row afternoon at Miss Slocums hall in the Court Exchange building. AS usual the big tree, lighted, will grace the center of the hall and there will be the usual exchange of gifts. It will be a gala occasion and is one al- ways greatly enjoyed by the young Sters
 On Christmas Eve the children who are so unfortunate as to have to spend Christmas in the hospital, will have tree in their own ward at the Bridge port hospital. There will be gifts for all of them and Santa Claus will ap- pear in person. Each year one of the Armstrong boys has provided a tree and this year it is the gift of Charles H. Armstrong, Jr. The chil- dren of Greenfield Hill have formed a little society which has for it's ob- ject the helping of children less for tunate than themselves and they have made and filled twenty-five stockings that they have given for the children in the ward in the Bridgeport hos pital. This year there are several lit tie ones who are confined in the iso- !ation hospital with very light cases of contagious diseases. In order that they may have little Christmas cheer, gifts will be taken up to them.
 Tomorrow evening in the high school auditorium the Wesleyan N1OO CAuOS t1a Q IO BIF6 COHC6TJ TOT the benefit of the Associated Charities and the Day Nursery. These clubs have been here many times before and have always given program of great excellence and 1t is sure that this years twill be no exception. It Is intended that the funds secured from this concert will be devoted to the starting of a war time day nurs- cry on the East Side. There is al :. ready one day nursery on the East Side but it cannot begin to accemmo- date all those who would like to leave their little ones there. The committee in direct charge of this entertainment are: Mrs. William H. Griffith, Mrs. w. M. Bangs, Mrs. 0, N Paine, Mrs. J. G, Kingsbury, Mrs. John Merwin, Mrs. L. M. Ab- bett, Mrs Edward spargo, Mrs. F. l.. Bradbury, and Mrs. Frederick Rhodes.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-20
DR. SHAW MAKES
 LIBERTY BONDS DO DOURLE DUTY
Inculcates Savings and Also Cares for French Or
 phan Child

pr. Anna Howard Shaw, chairman of the Wonan's Committee of the Council of Natienad Defense is aak- Ing the younger generation, through the Thrift Campaign feel the wal re- sponsibility. Her undertaking includes not only the adoption of French baby, but also takes inte account a unique use of Liberty Loan possibili- ties, and Juvenile patriotism.
 Instead of giving Christmas pres ents this year, Dr. Shaw is putting her Christmas money into the adep- tion of a little French orphan. She is not undertaking this venture un- aided. Her grandnieces and grand nepheWs are helping her by contribu- ting to the support of their little aI- ly.
 The funds contributed by the ehfl- dren are furnished by the coupons from Liberty Bonds, which BE. Shaw has recently presented to each of her seven grandnieces and grandnephews. With the present of the bonds, she wrote letters explaining the import ance of saving money, especially dur ing this war. The children are most enthusiastic over their share in war work
 pr. Shaw is anxious that the health education, and normal life of Ameri- can children should be interfered with by the war as little as possible, but she does feel that the children should be made to realize the tremendous importance of saving money, and should be given the opportunity of helping in war measures.