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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
Mclean Will Dispose
 of $25, 900 Estate

Charles H. Mclean. late proprietor of the Seaside Hotel at 22O State street left an estate valued at $25.0C0 ac- cording to the last will and testament offered for probate to Judge Paul Mil Ter today.
 Elizabeth Mclean, the widow, is left half interest In the business at 220 State street, the remaining half going to Howard Mclean, an only son. All Of the reaminder Of tho estate ts left to the widow. It includes property on Cottage street. The will gives Mrs. Mclean the privilege of running tAe business of the hotel until she sees fit to sell.
 The instrument provided that if either of the benefciaries, directly or indirectly should contest the will. they shall forfeit their share in the estate and it shall go to the remaining ben- edciary.
 The appraisers are John Shea and Albert J. Merritt.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
HUN PAPERS ON
 LIFE AT C0BLENz

Coblenz, May 15-(Correspondenc of The Associated Press.)---Some fan tastic fiction is published in German newspapers by writers from Frank fort and Leipsic who have visited Coiblenz and returned home to write whatever they may please about the American arsny. Many of the stories they tell are new to the officers of the Third Army who count them as German propaganda.
 One writer of long article in the Leipsic paper dealing with life in Coblenz relates alleged instances of ridiculous sentences imposed upon Germans by the American army courts. In one case he says that the wife of a government official, "an- noyed on the street by drunken sol dier exclaimed in her anger: "If only all the Americans would go to the devil.'' The military court, he says, punished her for "this religious wish" by sentencing her to appear every morning for 30 days at the headquar- ters of the commanding officer and repeating to those present the phrase: 'I am glad that you are still here, gentlemen, and it Is my 
 for a long whi1e."
 This is all news to the American officers If any woman appears at headquarters every morning, the sen tries on duty there have failed to mo- tice it. It Is part of their job to pre- vent trespassing by Germans at the main entrance of the Third Army Headquarters.
 Another fictitious tale narrated by the Leipsic writer to arouse German dislike for Americans. deals with a case in which a woman, splashed by mud from an automobile. calculated. "those dirty American automobiles" For this the Leipsic MunchauSen averA a military court sentenced her to climb the fortress at Ehrenbrietlstein daily at a. m. for 90 days carrying a pail, scrubbing brush and securing rag and to clean six American auto mobiles. Upon completion of this task. he asserted she vas required to walk back home similarly equipped.
 Another fantastic tale told by the Leipsic journalist is of a sentence which he declares was imposed upon a hotel owner whose nerves could no longer stand the wild music" pro- duced By the American bands and who commented upon 1t unfavora- b1y. In punishment. the fiction writer claimed, the hotel man was sentenced to march daily for 30 days alongside the band and after it's parade to tell its leader. "sir, you music pieases me to perfection"
 American intelligence officers are endeavoring to ascertain through what channels the Leipsic correspond ent obtained the alleged "informa- tion" while in Coblenz, particularly about the fines and sentences impos- ed upon women. Court records do not reveal any such cases.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
DRESS PRICES ADVANCED.

London, June 4-The constantly advancing prices of dress material and other necessaries for the female wardrobe, has caused the stores to be besieged at times when unusually attractive "sa1es'' are on. One such sale was advertised for Monday of last week and before 10 o'clock on Sunday morning one woman was waiting outside the establishment. Soon several others came with provis- ions and camy stools. They sat through the whole day and night and were joined by many hundreds the next morning. Three policemen were requisitioned to restrain their rushes when the doors opened.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
FIRE IN CUPOIAA.

About o'clock last night fire was discovered in the cupola of the Au- tomatic Machine Tool Co. factory. The fire apparatus answered call from box AHA and quickly extfn- guished the flames. It Is supposed the fire was caused by flying sparks from the foundry.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
TWO MONTHS FOR LANE.

For assaulting Madeline Gardiner ficting wounds about her body re- quiring 30 stitches, Bertha Patton of Evitts lane, was sentenced to two months in jail by Judge Bartlett in the City Court, this morning.
 The assault occurred on May 18th and was aggravated during an alter cation in which the Gardiner woman accused Bertha Patton of stealing her pocketbook containing $2.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
OBITUARY
MRS. ETHEL E. WILSON.

Ethel E. Wilson, wife of William E. Wilson, of 27 Bell street, died yes terday afternoon at the Bridgeport hospital, of blood poisoning. She is survived by her husband, one daugh- ter, Miss Ruth Wilson, her parents, MT. and Mrs. George Andrews of AL bion, New York, and two brothers, Osborne and Avery Andrews. The body will be sent to Albion today and funeral services will be held Friday afternoon. Burial will be in Mount Albion cemetery.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
Senator Clark Home After
 Successful Southern Trip

After an extended business tour of the South. during which he made his headquarters at Atlanta. Ga. State Senator George B. Clark arrived back in Bridgeport today. c-1-- e-tts}
 The senator said that while the weather was warm below the Mason Dixon line. 1t was DO more torrtd than we Are having in Bridgeport to- day.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
CASE CONTINUED

Fred Arnold, charged with the theft of clothing and a suit case from fellow roomers at a lodging house at 1521 Fairfield avenue appeared in the city court this morning. He offered as a defense the fact that he was drunk and not responsible for his actions. The case was continued to June before which time Arnold will be taken to Meriden where he is wanted for a burglary committed on a grocery store in that town.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
AMELIA BOLBERAUER.

Amelia Bolberauer, widow of the late Herman Bolberauer, died last night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. August H. Miller, 97 Bartram avenue. Funeral services will be held at the home of her daughter, Thursday evening. at o'clock. Rev. Alexander Alison, Jr., pastor of the First Presbyterian church, will off, ciate. Burial will be in Middle Will lage L. I.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
VACANT LOTS CLEAN.

Due to the cooperation extended to local health officers. the city's yards and vacant lots are now in very cleanly condition according to a statement by Dr. Walter H. Brown During the month of May the Health Department inspectors ordered 532 yards to be cleaned up. There are still a few bad spots existing but efforts are being made to eliminate all dirty places.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
BENJAMIN H. ROBERTSON

The funeral of Benjamin H. Rob- ertson was held this afternoon at 2:3O o'clock from his late home 266 Capi- tai avenue. Rev. Herbert s. Brown officiated. There was a large at tendance of relatives and a number of friends from the Locomobile com pany where the deceased had been employed as a tester. There were many beautiful floral offerings. The active pallbearers were Charles S.. Stowmell, Harry L. Finn, Harry N. Christie, George w. White, Robert A. Anderson, and Jorn Ennis. The hon. orary pa1lbearers were w. s. Short sleeve, J. H. Phelan, E. F. Newell, D. M. Sucher, E. J. Corr and c. E. AL len. Burial was in Park cemetery.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
Bishop Home Ransacked d

Mrs. Harry s. Bishop of 76 Central avenue reported to the police that her house was entered and ransacked by thieves yesterday afternoon. A re- port of the property stolen has not been made.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04

These bold and daring fellows who have just crossed the Atlantic ocean in an airplane, will probably now re- turn to this country and get run over by a Ford car.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04

Tn shooting scenes with Emmy wehien iu 'Foois and Their Money Henry Otto 3s havtng the time of his life. Miau Wehlen. erstwhile prima donna of musical comedy, can't work fn serfoue roles whilS danee music is gesng ea.AuAnstAa0- -a1aA1o nearby.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04

If you believe that here is another Jake Koeh1er of the Bobolink A. c. of Buffalo. hit . ball three blocks and killed his moth sr-in-law. Base hit wo Gahould say. )
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04
CATHERINE FAY

Catherine Fay, aged 60, widow of the late Matthew Fay died this morn ing at her home 337 Benham avenue The deceased was an old time resi- dent of this section and was a prom inent member of Star of Charity lodge, Shepherds of Bethlehem and of St. Augustine's parish. She is sur vivide by five daughters Mrs. Marcus s. Roman, Mrs. Edward Madigan, Mrs. George Jamison, Mrs. Daniel Turney and Mrs. John Hickey and by two sons Christopher and Alfred Fay and nine grand children Burial will be in St. MichaePs cemetery.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04

The report that Ty Cobb has artt- ficial teeth h absolutely false.
 You talk to hlm-ril watch your be~.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04

As stripes are to be fashionable this summer. the girl of the period can take a piece out Of the porch awning for . Gklrt.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-06-04

(To Be Continued )
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
Oklahon1ans In
Casualty List

Washington, Jan. 1.-THE follow
ing casualties are reported by the
Commanding General of the Ameri
can Expeditionary Forces: Killed
in action, So; died of disease, 99;
wounded severely, 81; wounded, de-
gree undetermined 53; missing in
action, 13; total, 29S.
Oklahomans in the list:
Died of disease, Corporal r, j. Nc
Curdy, Daisy; Private Rora Clary,
Hardy.
Wounded, degree undetermined,
Private George Lamberd, Holden
vile.
Corrections:
Wounded, degree undetermined,
previously reported missing in ac-
tion, Privates John e. Atterbury,
Welweetka; Louis w. Dollarhide,
Bismarck; Fount Furlong, Durant;
Van Buren, Griffin, Summerfield.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
EDUCATIONAL DEPARTMENT
REPORT TO LEGISLATURE
SHOWS MANY COMPARISONS

/ than the other districts have improv-
ed theirs. This is shown in the
grade of teachers employed, in the
comparative lengths of terms, invest
ment per pupil and advantages Of
fered. The Independent districts
Eeep their schools open 1870 days. as
compared with 144 days in rural dis
nicts, and spend $36.52 per child Ell
colled, as compared with $3.50 per
child spent by rural districts. OF
every 1000 Chi cren enrolled in the
town schools, 149 are II The high
school grades, which only of every
1000 enrolled in the rural schools
are doing work above the common
school course. To overcome this in
equality in educational opportunity,
superintendent Wilson recommends
that A County Unit law be enacted
at his time.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
Question of Representation for
People Through Newspapers
Now Claims Full Atten-
tion of Delegates.
EXTEND ARMISTICE
FOR PERIOD MONTH
Important Clauses Added; Con-
Germ Farm Material; Rus
sian Prisoners of War
and Loot.

(By Fred S. Ferguson, Staff Corr)
BY United Press.
PARIS, JAN. 1.-THE question of
representation for the people them
selves through the newspaper COR
respondents is taking the proceed
enee over the other problems before
the peace conference
The Importance Of this question
is evidenced by the fact that the
league of nations, the Russian situ-
alton and other vital subjects have
been subordinated to the arriving at
an amicable solution as to the man
ner in which the proceedings at the
conference will be made pubic.
President Wilson, 1t is announced
will be leading the fight for one Of
his principal points, open cove
nants, openly arrived at"
There was every indication today
that satisfactory agreement will
soon be reached.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
FRENCH COLORS
WORK WELL ON
HUN UNIFORMS
By FRANK J. TAYLOR

Omitted Press Staff Correspondent
STRASSBURG, Dec IL. (By mail)
German uniforms and French tri-
colors were not made to go on the
same man, but they got to be a
common sight in the Rhinelands, as
the Alsatians returned from bond
age in the German army. The first
thing an Alsatian bought when he
got to Strassburg or another liber-
ated city was a set of red, white
add blue colors.
The general decentralization of the
German army that followed the sign
ing of the armistice was the oppor-
tunity Alsatians had waited for and
expected since the war began Few
Alsatian troops were used for actual
fighting in the Alsace-Lorraine part
of the line. They refused to fight
there against the French The Ger
mans, by using anti-English propa-
ganda, were able to make the AL
satians fight in Belgium, where most
of them were when the armistice
came.
Alsatian soldiers and officers then
collected in groups and sent petit
tions to the high commands demand
ing their release Immediately. In
every instance the Prussian COM
manders refused these demands.
Generally the Alsatians began de-
serting, often in groups, though
thousands did so as individuals. The
crumbling of the German army and
overfthrowing of officers gave the
Alsatians a chance to climb on
trains for home.
They arrived at the Rhine bridges
In streams, and were asked by the
French guards if they were Alsa-
tians. The answer was Just as like
ly to be German "Ya" as a
French "Oui" However, it made no
difference. The only formality for
passing the outpost poilus was tear
ing off all "boche" insignia, and
throwing it into the Rhine. German
uniforms were allowed, owing to the
scarcity of cloth for civilian clothes.
and the tri-colors served to make
them more presentable. It was an
odd sight, these happy homeward
bound German-speaking German.uni.
formed crowds, shouting "Vive Ia
France!"
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
PRESBYTERIANS
PLAN TO BUILD
MODER'
Proposal Made Public at Men S
Banquet Served at Church;
Ladies Serve Repast.

Last night at the mems banquet
served at the Presbyterian church
BY the ladies of the church, the first
public announcement that the church
proposes to erect new, modern edi.
flee on the site of the present
church, was voiced in short talk
by Ben f. Johnson.
The announcement was warmly re-
ceiyed by all present and as Rev.
VIM Denham, pastor Of the church,
touched upon tentative plans, the
members became enthusiastic. The
tentative plans as explained, include
for the proposed building, all CON
veniences and features of a modern
church. The plan of campaign has
not taken definite form as yet. but
is expected to be under way in the
near future.
A number of talks were made, in
cluding an interesting church his
tory by r. G. Latting, who showed
the work of the church in keeping
step with and influencing the pro-
gress of the world and finally taking
its place among the greatest religi-
Gus oranizations of the world
g., A. 1,aa.I
of deacons of the church touched
upon some of the plans of the board,
assured ready Incorporation with
church work generally and explained
some duties Of the board in futher-
ing the progress of the church.
The dinner served by the ladies
was sumptuous and was more than
appreciated by the men, as was evil
denced by the fervent, unrelenting
manner in which the guests slowed
away the viands. Mrs. Emanuel,
speaking for the guild, welcomed the
men and stated that while it was a
pleasure for the women to prepare
such banquets, it would be a great
deal easier and more satisfactory
all The way round, if such banquet
could be prepared in the new kitcch-
en- modernly equipped Of new
Presbyterian church on the corner of
Sixth and Minnesota.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
SMALL SUM FOR
SECOND PAYMENT
u. W. W. is MADE

That only a small amount of the
second payment on the United War
Work pledge had been paid this
morning, was the announcement of
c. l.. Macarthur, county chairman,
who has charge OF the collecting of
these payments.
According to Mr. Macarthur peo-
ole residing in the rural or town dis
tricts and who have not paid in tull
their pledge, should pay their sec
ond installment to their respective
school district clerks. Those living
in the city of Chickasha can pay
their pledge to Mr. Macarthur, or
Bob Murray auditor of the Sugg
theatre, or f. L. Slusher, cashier
of the First National bank. Mr..
Macarthur can be found at his law
office on the fourth floor of the
First National bank building.
Rock Island shopmen and all em-
ploySeo VI lHe IlOch lSlaHu mere, are
requested to pay their money to
John Lynch, one of the foremen,
the county chairman states A large
large sum is expected from the
Rock Island employees, as they went
100 per cent patriotic in every drive
launched for war support.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
FENTRESS QUITS
DIAMOND; MAKE
CHICKASHA HO lE

Roy Fentress, one of the crack
twirlers of the Western and South
ern leagues for a number of seasons,
and well known around these parts.
is now a barber in Chickasha and
will make this his future home. He
has leased half interest in the
Robinson shop at 221 Chickasha
avenue and was on the job today
q am off Of base BALI said Fen
tress this morning. I'm through.
Not that l can't go in there and
win. I'm a long way from the shelf,
but I'm married now and am going
to settle down. like Chickasha,
which is the reason came back
here to live"
Fentress returned a few days ago
from Camp Pike, Ark, where he
was mustered out of the military
service. He left here late last sum-
mer with an increment of Grady
county men, serving several months
with the army. His parents live near
Pocasset.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
LADS FAIL WHEN
TRY BREAK JAIL
AT CITY BASTILE

Pat Henry Me Liberty or
Give Me Death"-sentimen was re-
surrected again yesterday afternoon.
when the seven lads domiciled in
the city jail labored harmoniously
for their liberty, only they were not
willing to go quite as strong as Pat.
There were not tools enough for
all to labor so four of them sang
while three other attempted to re-
move bricks in the wall and thus
form means of escape from the
bastile. The quartette sang while
the trio labored, using a case knife
and a small pocket knife as their
tools, while the extra man acted in
the role of debris remover.
No sooner had the intrigue been
perfected and work well under way
until Desk Sergent Howard Gunnells
caught them in the act. A small
hole had been exxcavated in the
wall.
With the assistance of a pair Of
policemen who were at headquarters,
Mr. Gunnells lodged the men in the
iron cells. Shortly afterwards, the
convoy officer returned from Wauri-
ka with two other prisoners and this
morning left for Granite with the en-
tire outfit
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
Doomed to
Disappointment

! On train, a few evenings ago, two
business men were discussing the din
ing car service which has been es-
tablished by the railroad administra-
ton, when the negro waiter came to
take their order.
"How is this dinner tonight-are
you proud of itg' one of the men asked
the waiter.
"Well." he said, "I amt ashamed of
it-exactly. If a gentleman is hungry
enough it will taste good. If he is not
very hungry, he will not like it. per-
haps. And if he is very hungry 50
that he likes it. he will still be hungry
when he eats all we bring him."
"If I'm not hungry l can't eat the
stuff, and if | am. I'll not have
enough?'' repeated the man.
The waiter grinned.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
HOME FROM NAVY

Fireman Truman Woodbridge IS
spending a short furlough from the
q. S. S. Pennsylvania, visiting his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. 7. Wool
yidee of Norge. Woodbridge enlisted
In the navy in this city, in December
1917, and was given a 6-weeks train
ing course in the Great Lakes Naval
training station. After his gradua-
ton he was assigned to duty on the
Pennsylvania and spent 6 months in
the war zone with that ship. Wool
ridge will leave his home in Norge
January oath and will report at New
York on the 9th.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
ARRANGE FOR SALE

S. B. Jackson of Oklahoma City,
pure-bred live stock salesmanager,
was here yesterday afternoon max
ing arrangements for the county
shorthorn breeders sale. to be held
in this city February 18th. A large
number of pure-bred shorthorn cat
tie will be placed on the market at
this sale, is the belief of ]. W.
Owens, county agricultural agent.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
Fighting Breaks Out Anew; Gov
ernment Expected to Take
Drastic Measures to Put
End to Revolt.
LIEBKNECHT KILLED
TRYING TO ESCAPE
Is Shot by Escort; Mob Beats
Luxembourg and browns Her
In Canal; New Troop
Divisions in Berlin.
BY United Press.

BY United Press.
ZURICH, JAN. 1.-THE Spartacan
revolution has been revived on a
large scale in Berlin and several
provinces following the death of
Liebknecht and Rosa Luxembourg re-
ported in dispatch received here.
The government is expected to take
violent repressive measures, Five
new divisions OF troops have ar
rived in Berlin
The Frankfurter Zeitung officially
confirms the death of Liebknect and
Luxemburg. 1t says the former was
shot by an escort while trying ID es-
cape as be was being taken from
home to m. tary headquarters.
The woman, the paper states, was
beaten insensible by a mob and then
drowned in the 1.re,. = Tehr canal
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1919-01-17
MANY DIE
WHEN ship
HITS MINE
By United Press.

By United Press.
PALERMO, JAN. 15.-Five hund-
red were missing today from the
French steamer Xhaproi (Chapria)
which struck mine in Messina
strait and sank in four minutes.
The steamer was a vessel of 4,600
tons and had $50 passengers aboard.
The British steamer Cagenten saved
$50 persons and the remainder, it is
believed, perished. The Xhaprio
sailed from Marsilles.
Note: Neither the Xhaprio nor
Cagenten are registered in Lloyds-
It is possible the steamer was
named Gurbled The Messina straits
separate Sicily from Italy.