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Evening journal., 1919-05-27
DOG SAVES YUKON
HUNTER MAULED BY BEAR

N. z. A. Special 10 the Evening Journal.
DAWSON, May 27.-Bob Levac has had
an escape from a grizzly bear that all
the Yukon country is talking about.
Levao came around the corner OF a
cabin and met bruin face 10 face with
out time 10 shoot. The bear reached
out and keeled the isO-pound Levac
over with one blow. OF his paw. Lovac
played possum and bruH mauled him
about, rolled him over and over in the
snow, nlpped him with his teeth and
then picked hmm up by the clothing and
shook him like a rat. All this time
Levac feigned death. Levac's dog
watching his chance, slipped in and
snapped at the heels OF the bear until
1t turned and gave chase. Then Leyac
sneaked away 10 safety, but the dog
was killed. Leyac had TO travel 20
miles by dog team TO Mayo 10 have his
injuries dressed.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
give
MILLIONS TO fund
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pointed out by Centenary directors as
one Of the chief obstacles in making q
final tabulstion oi results. In many
districts a single clergyman VIII be
responsible for two or more churches.
In many instances weather conditions
have interfered with speedy cOmmunl-
cation OF the final totals.
The Centenary fund in The entire
country last night had reached total
OF Ss7,OOO.0OO. with every indication
that delinquent reports would bring
the final figure up 10 the siOo,OOOOOO
mark.
Standing Of various districts in-the
area was announced as follows, up 10
this morning:
Wilmington. entire conference, $780,
30; Dover district, siiii30; Easton,
$4,000: Salisbury. si06,cOO; Whining
ton, s336,OOO.
Baltimore conference, s2,O2sOOO.
Central Pennsylvania conference, s2,-
i2I.WO.
Washington conference. lcOlOred].
s536OOO.
Wilmington Conferen's quota for
five years is 81 POP $50, and the con-
ference pledged itself to raise S733,9l9.
The pledges from Wilmington Con
ference reported up 10 this morning
are S73J.975. and reports to be sub
mitted from various churches this
week may increase that amount 10
$4,000. Wilmington district, OF which
the Rev. DR.. Robert Watt Is superin-
tendent, comes nearest TO meeting the
prescribed quota.
According TO the report issued this
morning the churches Of Wilmington
Conference that had gone "over the
top" up % last night We're:
Wilmington district-Ebenezer, New
ark, st. Georges. and Summit, Brack-
TX, Richardson Park, Silverbrook,
Grace, ST. Pauls Colora, lIopewell,
Rising sun, Newport and stanton,
MI. Pleasant, New
Castle, Wesley, Union. Kingswood,
Trinity, McCabe Memorial. Hockessln,
Brandywine. Port Deposit.
Dover district-Lcwes, fredericksburg,
East New Market.
EasiOn distrlct-CrumptOn, Sudlers-
Vile. Sull Pond, Smyrna, Greensboro. /
aidgely, Denton. Galena, Bayslde, Cen
.erville, Easton, HillsbOrO, CeciliOn, |
church Hill, Chestertown.
Salisbury district - Crisfleld-Imman- |
lel, Cape Charles. Chincoteague, Sharp I
own, Asbury lCrisfleld).
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
AMERICAN LEGION
NOW ORGANIZED

Temporary organization was effected
by the American Legion at a meeting
held last night in the armOry. The
temporary officers are:
Post commander. Captain il. G..
Parker; vice commander, r. T. Strougn :
post adiutant, T. X. Carpenter: finance
o1lcV. Major Meredith /. Samuel; his
toricsl. l.. NJ. Roe. and chaplain, the
Rev. James Grant.
\ committee was appointed TO
recommend a name for the post. Mem
bers OF the committee are: Lieutenant
Frank A. McCue, q. r. Lyons, Jr. and
Lieutenant Irving Warner. A commit2
fee was also named to draft cOnsti-
tuition and bylaws. Members OF that
Committee are: Major G.. W. Davis, G..
T. Parsons. L. J. Grossman. L. r. Webb
and The Rev. James Grant
The entertainment program was
placed in charge Of a committee head
cd by George J.. Evans.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27

Board feels that Wilmington Is partlc-
ularly favored in its opportunity 10
make its seaport terminal development
on the Lobdell properly and in the
mouth Of the Christiana river. Crlti-
cism at this time on the lines that
Wilmington is not getting river front
and that the citizens are being deceived,
is quite absurd I'm the face OF the facts,
since TO all practical intents and pur-
poses Wilmington is getting the very
best kind OF a water front. suitable for
all regular purposes. nearer TO the city.
and without the need Of walking out on
stills 10 reach the Delaware River chan.
mel"
Mr.. Warner was further asked as TO
the future advantage TO the city Of VIII
mingtOn in purchasing some additional
land TO the south OF the Lobdell prop
orty and lying along the Delaware River
front. and as TO the IIarbor Boards at
titude on such a purchase He stated
that II the city OF Wilmington felt II
was good business 90 ue up $4,000 or
more in additional property investment
which by interest payments and loss In
taxes TO the city would probably double
its cost every ten or fifteen years, then
the IIarbor Board would be glad 10 con
slider such public sentiment and see
whether it could add such a recommen-
dalton TO its original report TO Council.
Mr.. Warner pointed out That the
Board Of HarbOr Commissioners, under
the legislative act creating the Board.
has full powers OF condemnation and
that it could at any time in the future
exercise these powers. II adjoining prop
erty-hOlders contemplated any extended
developments upon the adjoining prop
erty. and In event at the future time
that the development OF the city OF VIII
Evening journal., 1919-05-27

fore, Mr.. Warner said. II Council is in
earnest in It's desire 10 proceed prompt
ly with the harbor developments. it
can most quickly do so by accepting
the present Harbor Board report and
budget request, which calls for three
specific steps 10 be undertaken imme-
dately and co-incidonily:
4. The building OF the produce wharf
at Front and Church streets, 10 handle
inland waterway trafllc, fresh food from
land and sea, and for any other gen
eral municipal docking work where
small piers are suitable
>. To acquire the Lobdel property
on the basis negotiSed and presented
fully In the public press. at town meet
ings, etc.
3. Including $4,000 in the City Coun-
Gil budget for the new fiscal year be-
ginning July ist, SO that the Harbor
Board may Immediately carry forward
all the engineering studies. plans, speci.
| ilcations and finally secure exact bids
on the seaport terminals.
To accomplish this end Council
would automatically authorize slems
: one and two above presented when "a,
Council approves and accepts the uar
Dor Board report Of December last
Item three is taken care Of by a direcl
resolution requesting the finance com.
mitiee 10 include the funds That are
necessary for the complete engineering
studies, plans aud Specifications for the
seaport piers, so that the TIarbOr
Board can as soon thereafter as possi-
bic report back TO Council with the
complete detailed plans properly ap-
proved by. the best harbor engineers OF
the country, and with exact bids re-
ceived thereon from responsible con
tractors.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
INSCRAMBLING OF WAR
MATERIAL Is PUZZLE

\. f. A. Special to The Evening Journal.
LONDON, May 27=Enormous quanti-
ties Of mica, coated with shellao used
in gas masks, and many tons Of a mix
ture Of alum and Soda used for water
softening. are going begging because
no one has discovered a peace use for
the two things i'm combination, or dis
coyered how 10 separate them. How
probably TO extract brass from the
leather Of old boots is another puzzle
The steel can be taken out by magnets,
and The secret OF brass extraction is be-
lieyed 90 be known IN Germany.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
CHURCH CARES FOR |
Returning men
Everyone Should be Re-
turned to His Old Position,
Speakers Agree
TRINITY CLUB
ELECTS OFFICERS

A joint meeting OF all the Mems
Clubs OF the Episcopal Church In and
near Wilmington was held in Trinity
parish house last night.
Captain b. Mercer Hartman and Frank
NJ. Bailey, who have been active work
ers in the military camps OF the coun-
try during the war, under the auspices
OF the Church War Commission, were
special guests Of the evening and OUT
lined The church plans 10 help both
soldiers and sailors upon their return
home. In part they stated Look after
the material as well as the spiritual
welfare OF the men. Every man on his
return should be interviewed by some
OF the active business men and given
counsel and advice. 50 that he may be
htted into the place best suited 10 his
abilities.
Arrange social functions for the re-
turning men and make them feel that
they are a real part Of the entertain-
ment
Finally. see that every man and his
family, without distinction as 10 mill
tary service or social standing. are
welcomed and made TO feel that the
church wapts them and needs them
and that they need The church."
Following these addresses the sub
1ect was discussed. The Rev. Fred
erick NJ Kirkus called attention 10 the
fact that not a single one or the Trinity
soldiers has returned but who has been
given back his old position.
The Trinity Church Club held a brief
business session for tue purpose Of
nominating and electing officers. The
Following were elected: President,
Chancellor Charles NJ. Curtis: vice
presidents. c. Glenn Beadenkopf and
David Lindsay, Jr.; secretary. Frank L.
LaMotte; treasurer r. +. johnson.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
LEGS AMPUTATED AS
HE HANGS IN SHAFT.

y. z. A. Special to The Evening Journal.
LONDON, May 27.-Doctors ampu-
tated both legs OF Henry Shiers while
he hung rhead downward both legs
caught between an elevator cage and
The flooring. 1t was impossible 10 move
the man and a staging was built out
into the shaft from the floor below and
platform erected. on this the sur
geons stood and while one gave an
anaesthetic the other cut or the legs.
The victim was removed TO a hospital,
but died.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
AND THERE WILL BE DIGGING
IN IkE'S WHISkFN GARDEN.

y. f. \. Special TO The Evening Journal.
SACRAMENTO. May 27 United Press)
The Ton0pah gold rush will be as
nothing when old Ike Schwartz, near
hermit, OF Placer-co, dies.
once a week Schwartz has been driv-
ing down from the hills. lie has been
loading his wagon with wine and beer
and then driving back.
Il expect TO live for 20 years yet. and
don't exactly like to be dry" said
Schwartz. Il amt takin, any chances
Of anybody stealin' IL often me. I'm
burying il in the bushes round my
place. Itll keep nice aand cold there"
Thus far he has laid in about $500
worth OF wet goods.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
DEATHS

| lARNALTs-At Piainheld, n. J.. on Isl
day, 9TH month, 25th, Charlotte n, widow
OF James larnall, aged 60 years.
sister Mrs. Edwin p. Sawdon' No az ~ "
twenty hrst street, on fth day, 10th inst.
NJ O'Clock. luterment az Elan NJ y.
cemetery. Kindly omit flowers.
LIE IN this city. on May -. 1919 Amy
Esteila, daughter Of Mrs. Ida lee John
son. aged - years.
Relatives and friends are invited 10 at
tend the funeral services AZ her LATE resi-
dence. No POOP West Second street on
Wednesday afternoon. May 2s az / O'Clock.
o'clock. intermenf f NJ M Olive ~tSa1 cemeterv
DANNEBERGER-In this city, on Nav
"a, 1919, Russell A., son Of Mollie NJ. and
Frederick Danneberger. In his sth year.
Of his parents, 800 Poplar street, on Tues
day afternoon, az o'clock. Interment at
Silverbrook cemefery.
this city. on MAY % 1919.
Andrew p. Anderson. In his 74th year.
Relatives and friends are invited 10 O.
end the funeral, from his late residence.
afternoon, Nay 2s, at ? o'clock. Services ar
he Swedish Baptist Church, at 230
,'clock. Interment at Riverview cemetery.
'YLE-In Fairville, Pa. on May p 1912,
Relatives and and friends ar. invited to at
end the funeral services, NJ her late resi-
lence. on Wednesday afternoon, May IS.
4 2.30 o'clock Interment at Longwood
cemetery. Autos win meet trains at Men,
Iinhal Station.
lENSON-In this city. on May %, 1919.
Roy Edward, infant son Of Cyrus r. and
ARIA Benson, aged 0 months.
Relatives and friends are invited 70 at-'
end the funeral services at the residence
Z his parents, No. 1i0 s. Jackson street,
n Tuesday evening, Mt o'clock Intrv<
lent M Laurel Del
fcKEOWN-At Beilefonte, Del, on MAJ
20 1919 James McKeown.
Relatives and friends are invited to at,
end the funeral services, at his late resi-l
ence Bellef0nte, Del, on Wednesday af<
srnoon May IS. at 3 O'clock. lntermer- at
.ombard- cemetery. 4
fORRTS-In New Castle, Del, on May p Y
1919 Eugene Morris. in his 41st year.
Relatives and friends are invited 90 ~
end the funeral services, at the residfnc3
4 his sister, Mrs. Mary Washington, Nos
o w Fourth street, on Tuesday even's1
lay q at 8 o'clock. Further services aA>&
at Middletown, Del. on srrivar
4 train leaving New Castle. Wednesday,
morning. at $40 o'clock
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
mrs. NJ. H. uIMFoRD DEAD.

The funeral OF Mrs. Mary d. Mum
ford. who died on Friday after long
illness. will be held this afternoon from
her late home, No. 2ii East Twenty
fourth street. Intermcnt will be in
Riveryiew cemetery.
Mrs AIumford was the wife Of David
L. Mumford and the daughter\o \of the
late John and Mary Crothers. She is
survived by her husband. one son,
David, aged S years, and six sisters.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
BRITISH ARMY TO RETURN
TO GAYER UNIFORMS

n. +. a. Special TO The Evening Journal.
LONDON May 27.-Back TO the gay
uniforms that attracted men into the
army and gave color and brllllancy to
military spectacles A committee named
TO consider The future OF the garb Of
war will recommend the return TO pre-
war dress for the after-the-war army.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
MARKET SHOWS STRENGTH.

NEW YORK. May u. United Press).
The stock markets strength conuDt
ued unabated at the opening today.
Advances were made in practically
every issue iE rapid trading. Soma
jumped more than a point.
United States Steel opened at iOsx,
up y. General Motors scared ~
points oboye The close, selling at 207
on first transaction. Marine Preferred
advanced = az i25A Studehaker kept
up It's streak with an advance of
IA at iOi.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
CIVIL AIR STATIONS
OPENED BY BRITISH.

n. r. A. Special to-Fhe Evening Journal.
LONDON, May 27-Government spOn-
sored air routes are now open 10 civil
ian travel i'm The United Kingdom. The
air ministry has opened 81 stations at
which landing grounds. petrol and serv-
ice Of mechanics is available and the
number is to be extended TO i20. The
JUMPS between stations range from 2S
70 ii3 mlles.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
BECKIFy IN RAD.
Irldsa

When arralgned before Judsa
Churchman in Municipal Court yes
terday on charge OF carrying CON.
cealed a revolver. BENJAMIN +. Beckley
claimed that he was special officer.
An investigation, however. revealed his
statement TO be untrue and he was all
lowed until Thursday TO produce char
acter witnesses.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
TOXIC TO BUILD s5O.Ooo.OOo HARBoR

\. =. A. Special to The Evening Journal.
TOXIC, May 27-Harbor plans calling
for an expenditure OF S5OOOO.OOO are
ready. Ten years ago the work could
have been done for Si5,OOOOOO. The gov
ernment will be asked for one-third Of
the amount, reclaimed ground will pay
third and receipts from ships entering
the harbor are expected to pay of the
bonds for the remaining third.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
NATIONAL PARKS OPEN

n. e. A. Special TO The Evening Journal.
VISALIA, Calf, May 27 UNITED
Press )-SeqUoia and General Grant
National Parks were opened to the pub
lie for the summer season today. The
largest number OF visitors in the his
tory Of the parks is expected as a result
OF extensive highway improvements
along the routes to these Fairgrounds.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
WIFE AcCUeFs mTsnaNn

In The Municipal Court yesterday
Jonas lIoverter was held under 500
peace bond on a charge Of breach Of the
peace toward his wife. Drink appeared
10 be the cause OF his trouble.
Charles b. Jones was ordered to pay
sis week for the support OF his wlfs
and two children.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
FRENCH ARE PROUD
TO SPEAK ENGLISH

\. K. A. Special 10 The Evening Journal.
PARIS, May 27.-Though insisting that
FVnch is the language OF diplomacy.
ths French are prompt 10 let it be
known II they speak English and IL Is
taught generally to Children. There are
Frenchmen who make u a point to
carry an English newspaper as evidence
Of their ability to speak and read Eng
lish.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
MIR. RoMMEL WILL BE CANDIDATE.

Announcement has been made by
George Rommel. member OF the Board
Of Education from the Twelfth ward.
that he Will be candidate FOR presl-
dent OF the board az the election sat
urdsy, June "a. Mr.. Rommel has served
number Of years on the board ang
at present is chairman OF the fuei ana
ianiinr commiffor.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
LIVERPOOL COTTON.

LIVERPOOL. May q. United Press)4
Spots opened with good demand to-
day. Prices were flrm Sales amount-
ed 10 10000 bales Receipts totalled
1900 bales including ii,ioo American.
Futures opened quiet
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
FASHIONS AND FADs.

A pretty frock of-Leglon blue cotton
crepe Is hemstltched in brown.
Taffeta dresses trimmed with huted
white RULES are very quaint.
Some new parssols have flying sprays
of embroidery on their colors.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
CuICAcO GRAIN

CHICAGO. May 27. United Press) 4
Opening grain:
Corn. May, isi@H; July, ie5Haesl
sept. i5sh@h
oats. July. 67H@7t: Sept, 6iN@H.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
FASHIONS ,\D F,ps

Inc snorts skirt and hat frequently
are OF the same material.
White silk braid is used as trimming
Tor crepe de chine underwear.
Brilliantly colored cspes are excellent
Tor daytime or evening weg
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
NEW YORK COTTON.

NETWORK. May p. United pressj-
The cotton market opened easier to-
day. July 32i0. on 20; Sept, 1859, off
"a. and October $3.50. on q.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
FASHIONS AND FADs.

Much metal lace is used by the
French makers % evening gowns,
The nov, linaa frocks, arc particularly
attrsct-7sl. with. sqss. ns:As
Evening journal., 1919-05-27

WASHINGTON, May 27 United Press J
Commander Read in the navy sea
plane NC-i left Ponta Delgrada at 6is
Washington time) This morning on the
sOO-mile flight 10 Lisbon, the Navy De
partment officially announced today.
The NC-4 passed station ship 9 at 7.3s
Washington time) according 10 a
dispatch from Admiral Jackson TO the
Navy Department. This is about 100
miles out.
The first ship was passed at 7.i3, the
message stated.
Commander Read passed the fourth
station ship at 1851 p. m. 1854 Washing
ton time) according TO later word to
the Navy Department. Station ship No.
Is over POO miles out
The NC-4 passed station five at 9.35
i(Washington time) the Navy Depart
ment was advised.
At i045 the NC-l passed station No. 6
which is approximately 300 miles out
from Ponta Delgada.
Barring accident Read should arrive
in Lisbon about 5 O'Clock this afternoon.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27

In the Want Ads business PROPOSE
tons will be offered those who arc
sler. seeking opportunities.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
.NC-4 HOPS OFF
FOR LISBON TODAY
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final leg Of her flight 10 the European
mainland.
A tremendous cheer went up from the
crowds on the shore when the NC-S
TAXED 10 the jumpOff and left the
water.
Guns doomed on the shore and bells
were rung in the little P0rtugese town.
Weather conditions were excellent.
The sky was cloud-necked and IA
vorable breze prevailed. Reports from
desiroyers stationed between Ponta Del
gada and Lisbon indicated perfect
weather conditions all along the route.
The start was made after Read and
his crew had carefully overhauled The
engine for more than an hour.
Tho NC-i passed the first destroyer
station 10 the east OF Ponta Delgada
at iii3 a. m. Greenwish time. From
that point Lieut.. Commander Read sent
a radio to Admiral Jackson at Ponia
Delgada thanking him for his hospi-
tality 10 the American flyers.
Evening journal., 1919-05-27
LOCAL SECURITIES

Laird & Co.. dupont building. ~
nish the following quotations OF loo4
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-04-19
CHICAGO HAS
 WAVE OF CRIME:

Chicago, April 19-F'orty- eight hours of extreme violence caused Chief of Police Clarity to summon all commanding officers to his office today and warn them that unless there was unremitting efforts to check the crime wave some of them would face the trial board Records of the chiefs office showed that since January 1 there had been 43 murders in the city 29 deaths by manslaughter and eight homicides, n total of eighty killings in 108 days In addition, 202 stores had been robbed, 94 saloons held up and footed, and three ticket sellers in elevated railway stations forced to surrender their cash. Three major causes were given by the chief for the reign of lawlessness- Discharge of criminals from the army; unemp1oy- ment; too few policemen.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-04-19
A LITTLE DAIRY ARITHMETIC.

National Crop Improvement service.1 THE best COW in New Jerseys
 Cow Testing association gave
 over 13,0OO pounds of milk last year and made a profit over feed of S220.50. The poorest cow gave 3,290 pounds of milk aud made a profit over feed of $14. The above figures show:
 Good Cows Poor Cows
 1 good COW equals Is poor cows 10 good cows equal 16O poor cows 20 good COWS equal 320 poor cows
 Twenty COWS of the good kind would return the dairyman profit over feed of $4,410; 20 cows of the poor kind would eat about the same amount of feed and would return profit of $2S0.
 In one association the average year. ly production was 7,21O pounds of milk per COW. Two hundred COWS of this association gave less than $500
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-04-19
BAVARIA HAS
 UPRISING NOW Communists Start Trouble in Different Cities-Four
 Are Killed.

Berlin, April 19 (Via Copenhagen -Bamberg, which has been the seat of the Bavarian government of Pre- mier Hoffman, was the scene yester- day of strong Communist uprising, according to the Vossische Zeitung. The Communist occupied the Central railway station, the former royal res idence and all the military barracks in Bamberg.
 Copenhagen, April 19-Four per sons were killed and 24 injured at Ofenbach, in Hesse, near Frankfort, Friday, when government troops as tempted to stop a Communist process sion. Great excitement prevails, &C., cording to advices received, and a state of seize has ben proclaimed.
 Ofenbach is the chitf manufactur- ing town of the former Grand Duchy of Hesse. Its population is more than 50,0O0.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-04-19
PASTORS HAVE PROGRAM TO AID
 MANY CAUSES

As guests of the City Administra- tion, members of the Bridgeport Pas tors Association will visit the several city institutions on Monday. The. city will furnish transportation and a din ner for the clergymen. The first mu- nicipaI institution to be visited will be the City court where the ministers will hear the business of the court from S:30 to 10 o'clock.
 At 10 o'clock promptly the tourists will leave police headquarters and proceed to the Welfare building. At Il o'clock the Isolation Hospital will be visited and at noon the party is Gcheduled to arrive at Hillside Home.
 The city will then dine the ministers the association will hold a meeting. has been arranged:
 Address---Dr. ". H. Brown, The . Crusade Against Venerea1 Diseases. .''
 Report---G. H. Beard. Chairman of { the Legislative Committee, Some Bills Before the Legislature which , Require Immediate Action of the As Bociation."
 Report--W. w. Rose, Chairman of . the Socinl Conditions Committee, '+The Ice Situation in Bridgeport
 Special Report---R. c. Whitehead. ] "A Program for Arolrsing Public Sen timent in Favor of q League oG Ma tions."
 Report by the Chautauque Assem- bly, Committee and other business.