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Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
.till Hope
 To Obtain
 Govt Food
Chamber of Commerce Dis approves Because of Re
 tail Merchants. TRYING TO FIND
 WAY TO PURCHASE Reduction of 2O% on Cost Price When Cities Buy
 Foodstuffs.

The attempt to hit the high cost of living in Bridgeport is still alive, although 1t almost took the count when the Chamber of Commerce, re- plying to letter from Mayor Wilson, reported that the executive commit tee disaproyed the project on the ground that local retail merchants were interested. It was stated in the reply of the Chamber of Commerce to the mayor, that local dealers buy ing surplus government food would in all probability offer it to the pub- lie at very nearly cost.
 Further efforts are being made to- day in the hope that some means will be found to get the city people the benefit of the special offer to nu- nfcipalities While it Is true that re- tail merchants may bid and buy the goods, 1t is also true that the gov ernment's special conditions of sale to cities are such that reduction of 20 per cent. from the original cost will be given when cities are pur- chasers.
 Commenting on the situation today Mayor Wilson said: "I certainly hope that some way will be found by which this food can be bought. The city can do only tose things specificaI- city can do only those things specific possible way for the city to handle this, I would go at it in a minute"
 Conference of the Chamber of Commerce officials and Mayor Wilson will be held later in the day to con- sider new features of the proposition and some decision definitely may be reached.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25

unlawful manufacture of liquor is pro- hibited, together with sale or publi- cation of recipes for home manufac- ture.
 Use of liquor a beverage on any public conveyance, train, boat or jit- ney bus is prohibited.
 Broad powers are given under the search and seizure section to officers charged with enforcement of the law. They may enter a dwelling house in which liquor is sold and seize it, to- gether with implements of manufac- ture.
 Seizure of all craft or vehicles used in the transportation of liquor is au- thorized.
 Enforcement of the wartime act and the constitutional amendment is provided for in the measure and in practically the same manner
 For first offense violators the max inum fine is $1 eco or six months i'm prisonment and for subsequent of lenses fines ranging from $2OO to g., 900 or one month to five years in prison.
 Enforcement of both the wartime act and the amendment is reposed in the internal revenue bureau and the department of justice.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
SOAP COMPANY
 FILES SUIT FOR
 S1,500 DAMAGES

Stating that William H. Bogart of Sound Beach obtained credit for a shipment of soap from the Fairchild & Shelton Go. of this city by falsely representing himself as the joint owner of property valued at $30, the local soap manufacturers flied suit against Bogart in the superior court today for S1,500 damages.
 It is claimed that on May l last Bogard wished to place an order for soap with the Fairchild & Shelton Go. He wanted to purchase on credit and in response to questions said he owned valuable Darien property jointly with his wife. As a result of this statement soap to the value of S1,034.25 was sold to Bogart, the complaint states.
 The company says Bogart's story was not true and it has been unable to collect the bill. The suit is re- turnable to the September term.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
CAPITAL STOCK OF TRUST 60.
 N0W MILLION

At meeting of the stockholders of the Bridgeport Trust Co. this morn ing it was voted to increase the capi- tai stock of the company from s5OO,- 900 to S1,000,000. This was in ac- cordance with the recommendation made few weeks ago. It was also announced that the capital surplus of the company would be increased from s90O,0OO to s1,40O,0OO.
 Notices will be sent to stockhold- CTS today giving them the right to buy one share of the new stock is sue for every share of the present stock they now hold. Present stock holders may purchase the new issue at par. The increase in capitalization makes the Bridgeport Trust O., one of the biggest financial institutions in the city.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
WARNS WILSON
 KE WILL NOT
 APPROVE PACT

Washington, July 23 - Senator Page, Republican, Vermont, frankly outlined his objections to the peace treaty to President Wilson at the White House today and told the President he would not approve 1t. Beyond this statement, Senator Page would not discuss the conference.
 Senator Sterling of South Dakota. another White House caller said neither he nor the President men, tioned the Shantung settlement. They discussed Article Ten of the League of Nations covenant referring to protection of nations against lex ternal aggression and the clause relating to the withdrawal of nations from the league. The Senator would not go Into details of the discussion
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
JAIL. DRY'S AGENT ON CHARGE OF
 BOOTL-EGCINC

Huntington, w. Va, July 23- Seized by alleged moonShincrs brought before Grccnbrier country justice of tho peace and found guilty on a charge of boot legging. was the experience of IL R. RatIin, a state prohibition officer, who returned late ycster- day from u tour into the hills. RatIif was sentenced to serve sixty days in jail by the justice, but was rescued by Harry Fitz- gerald, brother officer from an alleged moonshiDer, who was es- corting the convicted official to the bastile.
 RatliH and Fitzgerald went to Greenbrier county to investigate report that many Illicit stills were in operation. They located two stills and RatllfT went to the village of Auto, ". Va, to teie- phone the Department at Charles ton for additional men to make the raid. While in Auto. Rat Iin was arrested by alleged moon- shinSTs at the point of rcyoivers, brought before the justice, charg- ed with bootlegging and convict cd
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
2.75 BEER CASE IS NOW
 BEFORE SUPREME COURT

Washington, July 23-The question of the right of brewers to manufac- ture beer containing 34 per cent of alcohol reached the supreme court to- day through appeals filed by the gov ernment from federal court decrees in Baltimore quashing indictm ments brought against the Standard Brew ing Company under the food control act of 1917.
 Because of the importance of the question in connection with the en- forcement of the wartime prohibi- ton act, court officials expect the government to ask that the case be expedited. Unless this were done a decision probably would not be handed down until after prohibition by constitutional amendment became effective.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
Three More Whites Fall Victims in Race Rioting Total Killed Reaches Seven - Twelve Dying, Scores Injured.

Washington, July 23-The Capital today is under the pro- lection of Major Gen. w. G.. Haan's 1,5O0 cavalrymen, in fantrymen, marines and sail ors, cooperating with the arm ed civilian forces, after a night of intermittent race rioting, in which two Home Defence Guards were killed by negroes.
 The known casualties now include seven persons killed, 12 dying and scores injured since the outbreak started. The rioting last night was resumed, despite the increase in mili- tary and civilian guards.
 A battalion and one company numbering about 1900 men. of the 17th Infantry, arrived on a special train from Camp Meade, Md, on an order from Secretary of War Baker. Lieut.. Col. Bloxham Ward is in charge. Motor trucks brought the general equipment to the capital.
 Parts of the city look like a camp There are three army tanks equipped with machine guns ready for instant use, and seven more thanks are held in readiness at Camp Meade. Addi- tional units of infantrymen at Camp Meade, of marines at Quantico and cavalrymen at Fort Myer are held in constant preparedness to be rushed on special trains.
 During the night soldiers and spe- cial officers were stationed on roofs in dangerous localities. Fifty extra plain clothes men, with heavy cali
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
RECApIT(jLATION OF DRASTIC LAW
 ON PROHIBITION
Not Made Illegal to Have Lii quor in House for Use
 of Family.
CAN'T MAKE ANY
 HARD DRINKS
An Intoxicating Beverage Has More Than One-half Per-
 cent Alcohol.

The prohibition enforcement bill, as it passed the House, provides:
 After January 26, 1920:
 Every person permitted under the Jaw to have liquor in his possession shall report the quantity and kind to the Commissioners of Internal Rev enue (This applies to chemists, physicians, etc.)
 After February 1, 1920:
 The possession of any liquor, other than as authorized by the law shall be priTna facie evidence that it it be- ing kept for sale or otherwise in V1o- lation of the law
 It will be required, however, to re- port and it will not be illegal to have in ones possession liquor in a private dwelling while the same is occupied and used by the possessor as his prl- vate dwelling and the liquor used for personal consumption by The owner, his family or his guests
 The possessor of such liquors, how ever bears the burden of proof that the liquor was acquired and is pos sessed lawfully.
 Intoxica ting liquor is defined as beverage containing more than one half per cent. of alcohol
 Any house, boat, vehicle or other place where liquor is manufactured or sold is declared a nuisance.
 No person shall manufacture, sell, barter, give away transport, import, export, deliver, furnish or receive any intoxicating liquors.
 Liquor for non-beverage purposes and wine for sacramental use may De sold under specified regulations.
 Denatured alcohol. medicinal prep arations GncIuding patent medic1nes) unfit for beverage purposes. toilet ar ticles. havor1ng extracts and vinegar are exempted.
 Registered physicians are author ized to issue prescriptions under strict regulations for the use of liquor In cases where it may be considered necessary as a medicine.
 Liquor advertisements of all kinds are prohibited,
 Sale. manufacture or distributton o1 compounds 1ntensded for usp in the
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
To Secure Home For The Legion Bridgeport War Board Rec commended Purchase of
 McElroy Home. TO MAKE PLACE
 FOR SERVICE MEN Necessary to Raise Fund of $12,5OO-Want Public
 to Help.

The purchase of the McEIroy homestead at 307 Golden Hill street as the home for the Bridgeport Chapter of the American Legion, an organization of all service men, has been recommended by the Bridge port War Board in a letter today re- ceived by Mayor Clifford B. Wilson, aid in the movement. An option on the property at $12.5 has been se- cured and today letters were sent to zens, asking them to contribute to a fund which it is hoped to raise quickly to buy the property.
 The council has already appro- priated $2.100 for the American Le- zion and 1t was intended that this amount should be used for rent until such time as a home could be secur- ed. It is likely that this amount will be saved if the present consider place can be bought.
 Mayor Wilson today made the fol- lowing statement relative to the pur- chase:
 This project has my cordial sup port and l believe it will appeal to our citizens as a cause in which we can all enlist as a slight expression of our appreciation to the men re- turning from service.
 T believe that subscriptions will be readily forthcoming and I most heartily commend this matter to the most liberal support of the people of Bridgeport.
 T believe that all of our people will be, not only willing but anxious to provide a comfortable home for the men who suffered physical illness, wounds and discomforts for the pres ervation of our unity and the main- tenance of our institutions"
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
LARGE CROWD
 VIEWS CIRCUS
 PAGEANT TODAY

Despite the fact that mbre1las were more numerous than toy balloons this morning, the parade of John Robin sons circus was held scheduled The pageant moved through the bus mess center of the city about 11:sO and was viewed by large crowd containing the usual high percentagei of children. who yelled with delight. over the display of wonders. Even the steam calliope played as if rain had never cast a damper on the pro- ceedtngs
 the Fairfield avenue grounds near the 1 junction of State street, attracted a large crowd and the management ex-t pected another big audience this even ing.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
SALARY RAISE FOR NEWSPAPER
 MEN IN BOSTON,

Boston. July 2s.---The Newspaper Publishers Aasocaation agreed vester- day to grant the demands of the News Writers Union for a minimum wage scale of $45 a week for rewrtte mon and copy readers. $36 for reporters and staff photographers and 70 for district men. Members of the union who receive more than the nAnimum wage will receive 'proportionate an- creases." The sale Is retroactive t0 June l.
 Members of the union who havo been employed by daily neWapAper for at least three years arc ent1tlod to. Eqanbd1hapx Anna1oft ftnN, .ss< zSSs A;t., ss | !
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
Threw Beer Bottles, Glasses
 And Chairs To Halt Meeting
TEN PERSONS SHOT DURING DISORDERS AT MAJORITY SOCIALIST GATHERING IN BER-
 LIN-OTHER MEETINGS STOPPED.

Berlin, Tuesday, July 22-Ten per sons were shot during disorders which attended the breaking up of majority socialist meeting by com munists and spartacans here yester- day. Those attending the meeting, which was held in the Trades Union building attempted to lynch the man who fired the shots, but he was saved by hospital helpers who were in the building.
 Several majority socialist meetings held late yesterday did develop as smoothly and quietly as they began but communists and spartacanS by
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
UNLIGHTED HAY WAGON BLAMED
 FOR FATALITY

f71Ght have boen prevented if the hay wagon which he tried to avoid had been provided with a light. was the finding of Coroner Phelan today. The coroner stated that tnasmuch as the law exempted hay wagons from car ryinx fixhts he could not hold Charles w. Cozier, driver of the wagon, re- sponsfbIe. It is therefore found that 0ohnclder,s death on July IS was due to accidental causes
 The motorcyciist was riding at a epeed of from Is to IS miles an hour whom he steered into a telegraph pole in trying to avoid hitting the wagon. which was approaching on the Hunt 1nGton turnpike just north of Boards lev park. Cozier was driving on the rfghs hand side of the road. the weight of testimony showed.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
RUMANIANS IN DECKER WITH
 HOUSEWIVES

London, Tuesday, July 22-A Bol- shevik delegation has arrived at Kishineff with an offer of peace to the commander of the Rumanian Dniester troops on behalf of Nikolai Lenine the Bolshevik premier, ac- cording to g. Berlin government wire less dispatch.
 Lenine offers to cede Bessarabia to Rumania on condition that Rumania shall prohibit Ukranian citizens and bands of Amiral Kolchak, head of the Al-Russian government at Omsk from crossing the Rumanian from tier An armistice to last eight days has been concluded on the Bessara- bian front and the delegation has gone to Rumanian headquarters.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
REOPENTNG OF ALL THE CLOSED
 EXAMINATIONS

The Civil Service Commission an- nounced today the reopening of the closed examinations for honorably discharged soldiers, sailors and ma rines. This means that they will be admitted to examinations pending on April 6, 1917. or which were subse- quently announced, the eligibility re- su1ting from which is still alive. Field clerks, persons who have served in the Student Army Training Corps and army and navy nurses will be ad- nitted on the same basis.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
EXAMINATIONS FOR CARRIER ON
 RURAL ROUTES

The United States Civil Service Commission has announced an exam ination for Fairfield county to be held at Bridgeport on August B, to fill the position of rural carrier at Bridge port and Fairfield and vacancies that may later occur on rural routes. The examination will be open to citizens only, who meet all the requirements set forth in the applications. The To- cal post office or the Custom House will furnish applicants with further in- formation regarding the announce ment.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
MOTOR TRANSPORT TRAINGING SCHOOL
 TO BE OPENED

Assistant instructors are needed in the Motor Transport Training School, U S. Army, to be opened un- der the auspices of the War Depart ment within four or five weeks, ac- cording to an announcement issued by the Civil Service Commission to- day. The examinations for the posi- ton are of the mon assembled type. Wallace A. Smith. deputy collector of the Custom House and William Paul Of the registry department of the post office will be glad to meet applicants
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
JAP DELEGATES
 MAKE DENIAL

Paris, July 23.-The Japanese dele gation to the Peace Conference today issued @ denial of assertions that the Shantung settlement in the German pece treaty was in exchange for the withdrawal of the Japanese conten- ton regarding the racial clause in the League of Nations covenant
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
35,OOO BANDITS
 COMPRISING 9
 BANDS OPERATING

Washington, July 23-Twenty-fve e distinct bands of rebels with a strength of about 35,OOO men now are operating in Mexico. according to a tabulation which has just been published in Mexico City. Opposing them Carranza has force of about 60,000 which, however, Is able to control little more than the railway lines with a narrow strip along the Pacific coast from Guaymas, to San Bias and the territory around Tam picO.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25

prearranged plan smuggled fellow radicals into halls where the majority socialists were congregated and there broke up the meetings by catcalls lence. socialist speakers gave up attempt ing to speak after half an hour of shouting and in the Trades Union building, where the biggest meeting was held, chairs, beer bottles, glasses and even tables were flung about in a successful attempt to break up the gathering.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
REpUBLhCAN CONFLAB

Washingtorv July 23-House Re- publicans weSs notified today that tonight's party conference would con- slider any question presented although discussion was expected V center about proposed enlargement of the executive steering committee.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25

Louis Don, of 9S5 State street, left his white store coat in his delivery auto in front of the store yesterday afternoon and there was s in a pocket It was replaced by a bag of sweet corn.
Republican farmer., 1919-07-25
FAMOUS MINSTREL DEAD.

San Diego Cal. July zs-George HI. Primrose, famous minstrel, died hsrs eoday after sowsre illness. He was born in Ontario, 6S years ago.
South Bend news-times., 1919-09-10

The infantry were assembled on the
morning Of July 23rd in the woods
south of Cocuvres, where they were
companies that remained spoke elO-
quently OF the ordeal through which
they had passed. but the bands were
playing and the troops were all in
good spirits. They would have been
ready TO re-enter the night within
As hours. If sucn action had been
necessary. The artillery was left in
the line 20 support the advance Of
the 10Th Scottish division at daylight
on July 2Srd. ~ was withdrawn
during the night Of July 93rd-24th.
when the British artillery was ready
TO take over the missions After a
few days rest in the Dammartin
area. the division entrained and pro-
ceeded TO the vicinity Of Toul on the
9Th and 9Th Of August. II relieved the
Second Moroccan division in the
Saizerais sector, where Il remained
for two weeks, under the Send
French army corps. During this
time, the casualties OF the division
amounted 10 81 men killed. wounded
by the 9Oth American division, the
infantry proceeded by marching and
trucks to the Vaucouleurs area for
training in open warfare and for re-
ceiving requirements and equipment.
The artillery remained in the sector
TO support the goth division. At this
time Gen. Buck and Gen Hines
were proomted TO be major generals
and were assigned to the command
of other divisions Brigadier Gen.
Frank Parker. who had been in COM
mand OF the 18th infantry, and Bri-
gadier Gen. Frank NJ. BamfOrd who
had been in command of the 18th
infantry. were assigned TO the COM
mand of the First and Second in
fantry brigades. respectively.
After training for one week the
division left the Vaucouleurs aera
on Sept. /, and marched to the Foret
de Ia Refine. in the rear area of the
Ansauville sector, where the infantry
was Joined by the artillery brigade.
which had previously been relieved
from the Saizerais sector. Here,
preparations were made for the at
ldCh Oh the -. MlHlei SALIENT.
The division was attached TO the
Fourth American army corps which
was TO attack along the eastern side
the salient. in nOrtherly and west
erly direction. The Fifth American
corps was TO attack from the west
ern side of the salient, in an easter
~ direction. The junction of the
two corps was 10 cut off the St Mi
hiel Salient. The First division was
placed on the left OF the Fourth
corps. Ii was required TO attack on
a front of three kilOmeters, extend
ing from Seicheprey TO Xivray, and
20 protect it's own left flank. The
Second French colonial division. on
its left, was to follow the movement,
and the 42nd American division, on
its right. was to advance in liaison
with the First division. The 18th in
fantry was assigned the mission Of
covering the left flank and the 10th
infantry. the 2Sth infantry and the
26th infantry. in the order named,
from left TO right, were to drive for
the objectives. The artillery of the