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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
JOHN S. COLLINS.

John S., son of Bridget Costello and the late Stephen Collins, died yester- day at the home of his mother, S1 Admiral street. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. James Burns and Mrs. Thomas Griffin, one brother William. The funeral services will be held at the mortuary chapel of Mullins, Scott and RedGate, and at St. Roses church. NeWtowr. Interment will be in St. Roses cemetery Newtown.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
MRS. JENNIE SMITH.

The body of Mrs. Jennie Smith was brought to the home of her par ents, MT. and Mrs. F. V. Darling, S59 Iranistan avenue, yesterday. Her death occurred at the Huntington hospital, New York, and was sur prise to her many friends in Bridge port. She was the wife of Heiman Smith, and is survived by her hus- band, one son, Vernon, her parents, one sister, Mrs. w. W. Schell, and a brother, Walter L. Darling. The body was taken to Kent, Conn.,, today for burial
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

cIuded from the ballot during the war and for five years therea1ter- Their wives may vote. Having to live with such men," said Miss Fra ser conscientious1y, i've thought was punishment enough for the wives.
 To prove the universally ot its nrogram the Forum will hear, next Sunday evening. from Leslie M' Shaw, once secretary of the treasury who feels especially called and quail fled to speak of the Freedom of the Seas. This address will be especially interesting to all who do not agree with President Wilson upon thls llil- portant topic.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
CONFERENCE IS
 BIG OPPORTUNITY
(Continued from Page One)

''It has required the united efforts of the Allies and the United States to win the war of right against wrong and to make peace. It will need the united and continuous, though peaceful. action of all of them to maintain peace.
 Ut would be as fatal to the future of the world for the United States to relapse into the old idea of strict isolation, as it would be for any power to revive the German policy of separate conquest and domina- ton. It is, I believe, in this spirit and for this purpose that the people of this country desire close and cor dial relations with the United States. We think the people of the United States are conscious of the great and beneflcent influence they exercised on the history of the world by the part they took in this war. We cannot believe they will Yet this influence abate or die"
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
HENRIETTA l.. WILSON.

The death of Henrietta L. Wilson occurred at the Bridgeport hospital after a short illness with pneumonia. She is survived by her husband, John M. Wilson, and her mother, Mrs. Albert Nichols. The remains were shipped today from the late home, IA Capitol avenue to Springfield, Mass. for burial
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
CLINTON BARNUM SHELBY, JR.

Clinton Barnum Seeley, Jr., son of MT. and Mrs. Clinton B. Seeley of Ingleside Place, died carly yesterday morning of pneumonia. Young See ley contracted influenza while attend ing Hotchkiss school, and returned home last week whSn the school was closed to prevent a spread of the epi- demic among the pupils. Two class mates. Macy Wheeler, son of Judge and George w. Wheeler, and Henry Bishop, who came hime i'll with the disease at the same time, are recov- ering at their homes.
 k MT. Seeley was IS years of age, the fonly son of MT and Mrs. c. B. Seeley, and was a graduate of the University school on Fairfield avenue. He was one of the most popular of the younger social set of the city. His father is president of the Bridgeport Trust Co.,, and he was a cousin of the late Lieut.. Wilson Marsh, who died after an airplane accident in England. He is survived by his par ents and an aunt, Miss Austin Futile. Funeral services will be held at St. Johns Episcopal church tomorrow afternoon. 9a.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
CLARA MAY WAKEMAN.

Clara May Wakemen died Saturday night at her home, 615 North avenue, after a short illness, aged 59 years. She was the wife of Albert Wakeman, and her death will come as a shock to her many friends in the city where she was well known.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

London, Dec. 23-It is expected that the entire day Friday, the day following President Wilson's arrival in England for his visit, will be de- voted to discussion by the Presi- dent with the British war cabinet of the terms to be proposed by Great Britain at the interallied conference preceding the peace congress.
 The cabinet, 1t is said, will be able to finish by tomorrow night the task of framing the terms, and the final draft should be ready by Christmas day.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
MARGARET McCUE.

Margaret McCue, widow of John McCue, died Saturday after short ill., ness. The funeral services will be held from the home of her sister, Mrs. Frank Strasburger, 1886 Seaview avenue, and from St. Marys' R. c. church, of which she was member.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
Presidents Conferences Will Lay Groundwork for
 Actual Peace Meeting
(Continued from Page One)

There is no official authority for the statement that MT. Wilson is thinking of the Bryan plan as one of the elements in the proposed ma- chinery for preserving world peace but his reference to the plan in his Sorbonne speech has set men to talking.
 No announcement has been made as to how the conferences between MT. Wilson, Premier Clemenceau, Premier Orlando and Foreign Minis ter Sonnino have gone, but French public men have declared that their premier's talks with the President were entirely satisfactory. It is also believed that MT. Wilson has made substantial progress in his confer ences with Italian statesmen.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
OBITUARY
EDGAR G. BANKS.

The funeral of Edgar G. Banks was held this afternoon at the funeral rooms of Hawley & Wilmot, at 2:30 o'clock. Interment was in Mt. Grove cemetery.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23
PER s 0 N AIS

Miss Marjorie and Miss Natalie DeWolfe, students at a business col lege in Nova Scotia, have returned to this city to spend the Christmas hol- days with their parents on Colorado avenue.
 The members of the Young Wom- ans Guild of the United church, have suspended their regular meetings un- til further notice.
 Miss Alice Ward of the Y. w. c. A. will spend the Christmas vaca- ton with her parents in Flushing, L. I.
 Members of the Current Events class met this afternoon in the Art league rooms with Miss Eunice Avery as leader.
 Miss Helen King of 403 State street, and Private George Gauchet of Battery F, SSrd Artillery, discharged from the U. s. service, were married on Friday at the First Presbyterian church, by Rev. Alexander Alison. Immediately following the ceremony, the couple left for New York, where they will spend their honeymoon.
 The Victory dance at tho Casino last night, held under the auspices of the Hebrew Orphan Asylum, was most successful, and the proceeds netted from the affair will go towards the home to be fitted up for the orphans of the organization. There were large number of guests present from nearby cities and a good time prevail ed throughout the entire evening. Nearly 1000 people attended the dance..
 At the opening of the St. Vincent's Day Nursery yesterday afternoon, the most pleasing feature for the young sters was the Christmas party ar ranged by the committee. Thomas H. Dewitt delighted the kiddies whsn he M;SS AFa
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

A bayonet wound in the heart fail ed to end the life of Private Abra- ham Cannon, Camp Zachary Taylor Five stitches were taken in the hear muscles.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

Stapleton and Mrs. Thomas Dewitt served tea and the following members assisted as hostesses: Miss Loretta Linehan, Miss Marguerite Sanford, Miss Florence Coughlin, Miss Harriet Spinning, Miss Catherine Foley Miss Celia Allen, Miss Frances Hurley and Miss Marion Chew. The new nursery given to the organization by the manu- lecturers of the city is fitted up with all improvements, and will make a fine home for the youngsters.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

Carl R. Gray, director of division of operations of the Railroad Admin istration, resigned, effective Jan. l.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

House rivers and harbors commit tee approved appropriations made for Chesapeake & Delaware Canal.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

The Service club dance scheduled for tonight at the Brooklawn Country club has been postponed until Friday on account of the death of Clinton Barnum Seeley, Jr., son Of MT. and Mrs. Clinton Seeley of Ingleside place.
 Macy Wheeler, son of Justice and Mrs. George W. Wheeler, of 115 Park avenue, who was stricken with inf1u- enza at the Hotchkiss school, where he is a student, is recovering from the disease.
 Mrs. J. T. Kelly, chairman of St. Vincent's Red Cross auxiliary, was presented with beautiful wrist watch by the members of the auxiliary at Christmas party held on Friday. The auxiliary will not meet again until after the holiday vacation
 Preparations are being made for the New Years dance under the auspices of the Bridgeport club to take place on New Years eve in their rooms. Many reservations have already been made.
 John Anderson, a student at Ando- yer college, is spending Christmas at his home on State street
 Miss Bethesda Hamilton of Park place, who spent the weekend in New York as the guest of friends, has re- turend to her home.
 Members of the Black Rock Shore and Country club will hold a Christ mas tree celebration on Dec. 27. Those attending will bring presents not exceeding 25 cents in value. The gifts will be numbered and distri- buted among the guests. SpeideIs orchestra will furnish the music for the dancing.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

IT PAYS TO TRADE AT DILLoN's.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

The members of the Young Wom- ans Guild of the United church, have suspended their regular meetings un- til further notice.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-23

Miss Alice Ward of the Y. w. C.. A. will spend the Christmas vaca- ton with her parents in Flushing, L..
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
FORGOT WHAT HE NEEDED.

From the Republican, Mt Giliad,
Ohio: The editor had an interesting
experience some time ago, when a
young gentleman came to this office
and asked for copy of the Morrow
County Republican, He scrutinized
it carefully when copy was handed
him, and then said Now l know"
What is it you are looking for" we
inquired. "My wife sent me after a
bottle of Chamberlain's Cough REM
edy. and l forgot the name. I went to
several stores and the clerks named
over everything in the line on the
shelf except Chamberlain I'll try
again, and I'll never go home without
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy" The
Republican would suggest to the pro-
prietors Of stores, that they post their
clerks, and never let them substitute
Customers lose faith in stores where
substituting is permitted, to say moth
ing of the injustice to makers of good
goods and the disappointment of GUS
toners. For sale by A.. c. Phillip.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
THE WESTWARD DRIVE FROM
NORTHEASTERN ASIA.

Japanese and Chinese troops have
already commenced, or wi in the near
future commence, their westward
march through Asiatic Russia. Where
will this movement end?
Through intreague and treachery
rather than by armed force, the kaiser
has destroyed the armies of Russia,
BY so doing has he opened the eastern
gateways of his country to the boards
of yellow men from the human store
houses of Asia?
There are several hundred millions
of people in China and Japan. Men
enough, if forged into fighting force,
to roll not alone over Asia, but also
over Europe. And there is nothing in
the art of modern warfare unknown
to the Japanese.
This is no groundless suggestion.
During the early centuries of the
Christian era vast boards from north
eastern Asia and their allies destroyed
nearly every European army.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
THE MILITARY DECISION in
FRANCE.

Will the Huns commence their much
advertised offensive in France this
spring? Will they commence bat
tie on French soil, in the near fu-
ture, and stake their all in an endeavor
to secure military decision in their
favor? No one, except possibly the
kaiser and his chief commanders, can
answer these questions to a certainty.
If the attack is made by the Huns
what will be the probable outcome?
The probabilities of victory certinly
favor the allies. The following facts
are believed to be reasonably accurate:
1. Germany commenced the war with
a potential army of 100000 men. To-
day one-half of that army has been
killed, captured, perman ently crippled
or is dead from natural causes. The
maximum strength Of the German
army can not exceed $500 900 men.
2. Today the French have 100000
men, the British 2,500,O0O men and the
United States upwards of 100000 men
on the battle lines in France.
8. During the first year of the war
the Germans outnumbered the allies
in France in the ratio of five to three,
and their heavy artillery outranged
anything possessed by the allies, and
in many other respects their military
organization was better thar the allies.
They were fully prepared for the war,
the allies were not.
4. Ever since the first year of the
war the trend of preparedness has
been in favor of the allies. Today
the allied armies in France have
clear preponderence of artillery on
their side. Their soldiers are admir-
ably equipped well fed and fully
schooled to protect themselves against
the suttle. tricks of the willy Hun
5. And most favorably of all is the
fact that by far the best half of the
German army has ceased to exist as
fighting force. The immature and the
aged make up their rank and file to
much greater extent than they do iii
the armies of the allies.
In view of the foregoing facts what
chance has the Hun of winning in
great offensive this year? His legions
were hurled back at the Marine and
q xr,1o /, Iol 81
preponderence in both men and equip
ment over the French. What reason
has the Hun to believe that his 4,500-
900 men can whip the Allies 600O,-
600? 1t is quite possible that no Of
fensive in the west will be under
taken by the Germans this year; and
If undertaken, is it not quite prob
able that they will be badly beaten?
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

. " 4 . 4 b
If you think that your vision is
good just punch hole in piece of
paper with pin and look through
that and if vision is improved then
glasses that will give you at least as
good vision in most all cases, or bet
ter,
Try this with your glasses on and
see if they give you as good vision as
through the pin hole. Maybe they
need changing. This is the time of
the year you need them most.
e. w. SEELEY,
Registered and Licensed Optomet-
rist.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
CLYDE c. PELLY TUSCANIA VIC.
TIM,

Official notice from Washington, D.
c., was received by Mr.. and Mrs.
A. e. Nugent, Of Cedar Rapids, an
nuoncing the sad fact that Mr. Clyde
C. Pelly, well known in Manchester,
was lost in the Tuscania disaster,
some weeks ago. Mr. Pelley was
reared from boyhood by Mr. and Mrs.
Nugent of Cedar Rauids. He spent
much time in Manchester with friends
and relatives and will be we'll remem-
bered here. He enlisted in an Aero
Squadron at Los Angeles, California,
last summer He is one of Iowa
sons who has made the supreme sac
rifce in order that his country, as well
as all liberty loving people on earth
might be freed from the threatening
hand of Prussian militarism.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
NORTH MANCHESTER

Mrs. C. " Burlington spent few
days last week in Greeley, with her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs Charles Correll.
Mr.. McKinnes, who has been quite
sick, is slowly improving, we are glad
to say.
Mrs. Julia Evans will entertain the
n NJ. Modern Priscilla Club on Thurs
day next, at the burlington home.
Mrs. Thompson spent Sunday with
her daughter, Mrs. Ray Cornell.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL.
STATE of Iowa. Delaware COunty. SS-

To All Whom It May Concern:
You are hereby notified that the last
will of Henry Bohlke, deceased,
has been filed opened and read, and
Monday, the 25th day of March, A
D. 1918, fixed as the time, and the
court house in Manchester the place
for hearing and proving the same.
Witness my hand and seal of said
court this 23rd day of February, 1918.
O. r. DUNHAM,
SO Clerk District Court.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

Some one has said that words are
things" and there is more than a
trace of truth in the assertion. A lie
persistently repeated and passed on,
even though generally known to be a
lie, begins, by virtue Of its constant
reiteration, to take on in the minds of
many a color of truth.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

If the government will devote it's
energies to shipping across the ocean
all the food it ca inlay it's hands on,
the question of economy at home will
take care of itself. We shall not
consume what we cannot buy OBJ
serves B. l.. r., the sage of the Chi
cago Tribune.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
BLACK CAT HOSE.
Men. Women and Children

The same quality and fast colors
that have made the Black Cat
famous in the past. The prices
have to be higher if the quality is
as good. We can still give you good
hose at-15c, Csc. 35c, SOC. to $1.5O
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
Card Of Thanks.

We wish to express to our friends
and neighbors our appreciation Of
their kindness to us during our re-
cent bereavement. We wish especially
to thank those who sent the many
beautiful floral offerings.
Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Miner.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Miner.
Mr. and Mrs. John Bear.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

STRAW FOR SALE-Large stack OF
straw from rs acres, miles north
east of city. Inquire of Lester
Young, Phone 8 L rs on 80, or JOS.
Hutchinson, Manchester.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

~ If it is all matter OF what you
have to eat, and you are dissatisfied
with the food regulations, join the
army The soldiers are loud in their
praise of the army fare.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

WANTED-Steady work on the farm,
by married man. Inquire at this Of
flee. TIL.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
CLASSIFIED
ADVERTISING


Classified Advertisements in THE
DEMOCRAT are sure to bring quick
results. If you have an article to sell.
advertise 1t in the CLASSIFIED Column.
! If you are in the market for some
thing, make your wants known by
| stating them in this column.
RATE-10 cents. per line for first
| insertion, and cents per line for each
advertisement taken for less than 25
cents.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

SALESMAN WANTED--FOr Delaware
county, to canvass dealers and con-
sumers. Steady all-year employment.
State age, salary wanted and furnish
references. Address, National Refin-
ing Co., Dubuque, Iowa. 1913
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

good corn in crib. also some second
grade corn. Inquire Of Maurice Hen
nessey, one and one-half miles south
east of Oneida Telephone, Delaware
exchange, / IL on 6. 10-1
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
MUNSING WEAR.

Our line of Spring and Summer
Wear is here. The old reliable line al
ways makes friend. Try Munsing
Wear and be convinced Vests, pants,
and union suits for men, women and
children.
Pants soc to Csc
Union Suits to $1.5O
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
OSTEOPATHS.

DR.. Fred c. Heinl, General Practlc-
Toner. DR.. Ida E. Heinl, specially OF
women's and children's diseases. VI
fee at Park Hotel, upstairs. Phone
345.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

FOR SALE-Majestic Range. Sold
cheap if taken at once. Inquire of
G. r. Tousley, Manchester.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
ARRANGEMENTS COMPLETED FOR
MYSTICAL FANTASY

A meeting of the Women's Clubs
was held late in February, when ar
engagements were completed for the
presentation of the successful music
al fantasy, Fl Fl here in Manchester
on March IA and Is at the City Opera
House.
The production which is a we'll
known and popular one, will be given
under the management OF the John
B. Rogers Producing Co., of Ohio, who
make a speciality of high class anna
teur affairs. Mr.. Rogers and his as
sociates have reputation throughout
the country for the many novel and
successful presentations Of amateur
theatricals made under their direc-
ton. Fl Fl is one of their best. 1t mas
been staged a great many times else
where and always with splendid sue
cess. 1t was staged at Dubuque last
year.
The participants will be drawn from
the best musical and histrionlc talent
available, the entire cast and chorus
being local thesipans, who for the
most part, have won previous laurels.
Cast of Characters
Bonnie -- Mrs. A. r. LeRoy
ri ri Mrs. Robt. Harris
I,oosey Kenyon
II v~ry
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

FOR SALE-Fifty gallons of Sorghum.
Also one team of horses and one
fancy driver Inquire of r. c. Har-
vey, Delaware, Iowa. Phone l on II.
9-3
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

Mrs. Edwin Davis at the piano.
Cast supported by boys and girls in
pantomime drills and dances. More
detailed program will be published
next week
Tickets will be on sale at A. C. Phil
ipps drug store Saturday, March 8,
at o'clock Tickets-35c and soc.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
CALICO
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PETTICOATS.

When in need of a nice petticoat
or one for every day, remember we
have all kinds. Bingham, Sateen,
Muslin, Heatherbloom, Satin. Taf-
feta and Jersey. Plain and fancy
colors. Prices from --75c to $500
r. & G. CORSETS.
Front lace ----------S1.5O to $500
Back lace ----------$1.OO to $500
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

FARM FOR SALE OR RENT-We
have a fine 4O-acre farm for sale or
rent, we'll improved and first class
land. Strickland & Son. It'll.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

FOR SALE-25O or 200 bushels O
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

YOUR MONEY BACK if Wool Fat
don't cure, at Alex Sefstrom's OLD
stand. Sam Mattheson. 7tf.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06

Fairy Queen Alice Wolcott
Aurelia ------ Mrs. H. M. Bradley
30 Peep ------------Gertrude Arnold
Main in the Moon..-----Cal Martin
Lieutenant Tin Heart Floyd Evans
Prince Polly Pop---------Bert Pinch
Captain Barnacle Woods.
Sandman --------------Rae Durham
Toy Maker George A. Newman
Clowns Clarence Mckenna and
Ben ThOrne
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-03-06
36-IN. PERCALES
&c

Good quality 36-jn.
Percales. Light and
dark colors, 1400 yds
at only--------2 2c