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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

chapIain-one of the first K. of c. workers to arrive in France in the fall of 1917. He had at first been denied permission to go with the troops, but finally won his way through official red tape and became attached to the 104th infantry. On the first night that regiment went into action, a company returned minus a certain Connecticut soldier who was reported wounded. Father De Val les, who had no status but that of a volunteer relief worker, instantly went into No Mans Land, and after a painful period of waiting, fearing for him on account of German snip CTS, the company saw the priest re- turn with their wounded comrade on his back. He crawled through shell holes and wire entanglements to res cue the boy.
 Major General Edwards referred to Father De ValIes publicly as a man 'tas brave as the bravest'' and mar rated how he saw the priest struggl- ing with a stretcher fastened by wire to his wrists which were bIeedine with the strain of bearing load af-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
SOVIETS ASK
 CHINA TO DUST
 RUSS DIPLOMATS

Picking, April 23.-The Soviet authorities at Irkutsk, Siberia, have asked the Chinese government to banish from China the diplomats and consuls of the Old Russian govern ment who have continued to live in China since the overthrow of Emper- or Nicholas. The request is signed zy M. Janson, delegate of the Coun- cil of Commissaries in Siberia and the Far East.
 The Soviet note declares that these diplomats and >consuls still are being supported by the payment to them by the Chinese of that portion of the Boxer indemnity allotted to Russia but this source of support would be cut off by the Soviet governments renunciation of further payments of that indemnity. The Soviet note adds:
 s-E,he powers given to these officers of the former emperor have long ceased to exist but the officers con- tfnue to live in their houses and to fool the Chinese with the assistance of Japan and the Allies. The Chinese people should take cogHizance of this fact and banish these liars and fools from their territory"
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
NATIONS GREAT HONOR FOR HERO
 S0LDIER-PRIEST

Father John B. DeVal1es Of New Bedford, Mass, died on the eve of presentation to him of the Congress sional Medal of Honor, awarded after the Strongest recommendation by Ma jor General Clarence Edwards of the 26th Division. Known as the hero priest of Apremont, Father De Valles achieved renown for personal brav- cry at the first battle there in which Americans participated.
 The story of his singular act is told for the first time fully in Knights of Columbus in Peace and War;" the official history of the K. of c. Father de Valles was a Knights of Columbus
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
MEMORIAL FUND ! TO BE RAISED BY
 SUBSCRlPTI TON
Memory of Mrs. Matthias to
 Be Honored.

The campaign for the Jeannette L. Matthias Memorial Fund will be formally opened this week. At pres ent the Commercial students are sending out letters to each commer- cial graduate of the Bridgeport High School informing them of the cam paign and soliciting subscriptions.
 Mrs. Matthias was for many years a teacher in the High School and was the wife of Lewis Matthias, head Of the Commercial department Her death occurred the early part of this year, after a short illness At that time a meeting of the student body was held and it was voted to raise a substantial fund for c the purpose Of commernorating Mrs. Matthias.
 A few months ago the pupils of the various business English classes were asked to write letters to be used in the campaign- The merits of the letters were to be decided upon by the committee in charge and the best one was to be used The following letter, the result of the combined efforts of Miss Frances O'Neil and Mss Lillian Kie1y, was chosen and d copy will be sent to each graduate of the High School
 Dear Alumnus:
 Time flies quickly and we are apt to forget with new surroundings, many of the friends who perhaps had a part in the making of the success we are now enjoying
 For that reason we are trying to remind you of a friend of OUTS who although she has passed from this world, leaves us a memory that should always finger in the minds of those who have been under her care full guidance, for Mrs Matthias had always a willing hand and a cheer ful smile to help us over the rough places
 In order to keep her memory fresh in our minds, the Commercial De- partment of B. H. S. has decided to raise a fund to be known as the Jeannette L. Matthias Memorial Fund, the disposal of which shall be decided upon by MT Matthias, MT. Caskey, and MT. Moore
 The raising of this fund cannot rest entirely with the students of B. H. S so we are calling upon you, the Alumni to help
 Surely you should consider this an honor for it shows that we haven't forgotten you and that We need your he1p-
 We wish to get $500 This amount being divided among the Alumni makes the assessment of one dollar ($1-00) a minimum contribution for each person. The money is to be sent to Miss Agnes F. Collins, treas urer of the Jeannette L. Matthias Memorial Fund, Bridgeport High School, Bridgeport, Conn, on or be- fore June 5, 1920 Mr. Matthias is intensely interested in this Memorial Fund and has offered to duplicate the amount raised up to $500
 After having made your contribu- tion to this fund, you can then feel that you have had a part in bringing Mrs. Matthias memory back at least once a year.
 Sincerely yours,
 COMMERCIAL DEPARTMENT |,
 BRIDGEPORT HIGH SCHOOL.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
DRIVE TO CLOSE.

Tomorrow will mark the official closing of the work of the Woman's committee of the Roosevelt Memorial Association although the total will De held open for the pledges Of several of the larger women-s societies which arc expecting to turn in a substantial number of subscriptions when they meet during the latter part of the month. Mrs. William A. Grippin, chairman of the committee, reports that great many people whom her workers were unable to reach last week, contributed to the fund yester- day.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
FUND FOR KEATS
 HOME OPPOSED

London, May 17--5ome opposition is developing against proposal to raise a fund of $56,660 with which to buy, restore and maintain the house in Hampstead in which the poet Keats lived while he was writing some of his greatest work. The dis senting element contends the money might be better spent in aid of poets who have won worldwide fame, but whe are now living in deep poverty.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
HE KNEW IT.

George, three years of age, ap- peared on the Easter program at his Sunday school in Greenwood, singing Q solo. As he was leaving the church with his another, a friend said to him:
 George, you did fine"
 ''I know it, he replied.
 His mother, reproNing him, said: "Why, George, you should not have said that to the lady, Whereupon George answered.:
 Well, mother, I guess I could hear my own iee"--Indfanapoiis News.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
PER s 0 N AIS

An informal dance will be given on Wednesday, May 26, at the Colonial baM room for the benefit of the Ami nal Rescue League. Murray's or chestra will furnsh the music for dancing.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

For motoring one needs a large, serviceable wrap, one which will stand much hard wear and look very well. For these needs, there is no more stylish combination than trico tine trimmed with brushed wool. s
 The wrap in the picture is made of hand-colored tricotine,| on the popu- lar dolman lines. The large square collar is of dark brown brushed wool and two bands of brushed wool trim the skirt
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

.-F7ae United States---the admiIa tion and the hope of the world. That is ex-Senator Chauncey M. Depew's birthday sentiment May it always be received abroad with that grace which AmericanO at hena would wish for it.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
Activities 7hat Are OfI,,terest 70 Women

ter load of wounded men. Father De Valles was the first K. of c. worker and the first American chaplain to receive an award for valor, winning the Croix de Guerre in 1917. He also won tn D. s. c.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

To the question:. 'tHow much do you consider fair return upon your property investment?' some landlords reply with the Yankee answer, How much has the tenant got ?"@Chicago News.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
HINTS FOR THE HOME
 IT DOESN'T PAY

To use too much polish on brass and furniture when cleaning It simply wastes the polish and doesn't give near as good a shine as when a very little is used.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

To lend books to persons who will not return them, or have a habit of lending borrowed books to other peo- pie. A book that is worth borrowing should be worth returning.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

To allow household linen which is not in use to remain long in the same folds It will cause it to break there first.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

To neglect household repairs If a window catch is broken, unless it is mended promptly a strong wind may blow it open with such force that a large pane of glass will be broken, which means big expense.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Not to wear ones things while they are new. (Lots of people never get much pleasure out of new thing because it's out of fashion before they wear it), nor to spend almost as much on doing up your old things as you would spend in buying new ones
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

TO choose the largest ptants for your flower or vegetable garden. The more top growth there is the longer it will take the roots to support it. You will usually find that the small plants turn out better than the large ones.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Mrs J. B. Jacob of Washington. D. C., is the house guest of Mrs. George Lockwood of 52 Fremont street.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

To skimp on good wholesome food. and then have to spend lavishfy on doctor and drug bi1ls
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
SOME FASHION PADS
 AND RANCHES

White hats with upturned brims
 faced with color are very becoming
 to youthful faces.
 Rrocade bootikins, with patent
 vamps, built high in the back and
 laced across the instep in front, are
 to be found among the latest smart
 footgear.
 Pockets, whether patch or inserted,
 are now placed very low down on the coat or skirt. This has a tendency to impart long, graceful lines to the figure.
 It is a queer world, isn't it? Who would have dreamed in their sane and sober moments that anything as
 flmsy as georgette could be trimmed with leather? Any way, that is just what is being done. A stunning over l blouse had leather leaves app1iqued on it, outlined with embroidery silk. The coming season certainly offers a variety of styles in sleeves. Some are simply not there, that is you could hardly tell them sleeves. Some
 are the dainty baby puffs and from 1 there they meander all the way down to the finger tips stopping | wherever taste and fancy dictates. If you have a pair of white kid l dancing shoes that are perfectly good, painting them the color of your gown? Make ankle straps that fasten {, in front of silver ribbon, make a tiny I rose of it to conceal the fastening, | and you will be pleased with the re- suit.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
HOLD REGULAR MEETING.

The Hebrew Chi1dren's Aid society held their regular meeting last even ing at Harmony hall, 1S9 State street. The meeting was well attended and enthusiastic over the plans made for the barn dance which will be held on June 2, at the Brooklawn Dancing Pavilion Invitations are eagerly sought after. according to the report of the committee in charge.
 Miss Sara Lederer, assisted by Anna Lbowitz, are in charge and hope to clear enough so as to enable the organization to carry on their work among the needy children.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

A pretty wedding will take plac' Thursday morning at o'clock in St Patrick's church when Miss A1yc' Thompson, daughter of Thomas A Thompson of 43 AnSon street, will be come the bride of Cornelius A OhBren-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

White hats with upturned brim5 faced with color are very becoming to youthful faces.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

People should get it out of their heads that they are .fluc1ky to get any sugar at a.la,'' at extortionate prices.--- A Albany Journal.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
La Grecque Undermuslins

Skirt Combinations, embroidery trimmed, all sizes from 36 to 46 inclusive. These have been $3OO
 $2.Z5 Other combinations of nainsook mostly lace trimmed Not all sizes in this lot but good assort- ment of styles These have been $45O and $500,
 for $319 and $;s. .98 Nainsook Drawers, lace and embroidery trimmed, belt measures from 26 to 36 inclusive, $l. 50 Another group of Undergarments
 for Women
 Nainsook Corset Covers in all sizes Some with embroidery others lace trimmed, $I1O Elaborately trimmed corset covers of fine nain- sock. There is lace and insertion in the back well as the front All sizes $l.39 White Pajamas of madras crepe or pongee, some with buttons, others with silk frogs for fastening These represent broken lot of sizes, $50 and S2oo
 econdF
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

There will be a meeting of the Lit tie Sisters next Monday at the home of Mrs. Paige of Park avenue Mrs. Paige's daughter, Mrs. J. w Hin, will be the hostess at the meeting.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

A5f. and Mrs. D, Weinstoek are en- tertaining for a few days their daugh- ter, Mrs. B. Kuppe1fnan and her son Herbert, of New York;.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Mrs. Gilbert H. Johnson, Jr-, and little son have returned to their home in Spuyten DuyvH, N. Y-. after visit ing with her parents, MT. and Mrs J. W. Northrop, of 2.05O North avenue, for the past few days
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Mrs B. O'Brien and son, William CBrien, of New York, are the house guests of Mrs. James Ramon Of l61 Lewis street. Mrs. OBrien and her son will attend the OBrien-Thompson wedding at St. Patricks church on Thursday morning.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Mrs Charles A. Edwards of Brook lawn avenue will be the hostess at the
 meeting of the Friday Afternoon Bridge club at her home this week.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Miss Madeline Craddock of Federal street has returned to her home after spending the weekend in Walling- ford.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
Furniture for Porch or Garden

White arbor seats which a Dorothy Perkins will grow pretty, and by the way, one style with two painted settees facing each other is called after that lovely Ask to the Dorothy Perkins, garden seat shown in this illustration. Separate settees and armchars are of white among the shrubbery.
 Convenient Tables for tea, luncheon or to hold books and work are included with these pieces. Painted enameled sets for parlors porches These have most attractive chairs and gate leg tables.
 Regular Porch Rockers and Arm Chairs, green or natural finish.
 Fourthf floor.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Y Yoflkers spent the weekend in this city as the guests of Mrs. Ge1man $ parents, MT. and Mrs. R. Gelbman of Il Wordin avenue. MT. and Mrs. Geiman recently returned from their honeymoon. They were married in this city on May, Before her mar riage Mrs. GelfaaH was Miss Doro- thea GeibnlaR.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
in Flat Silver
for summer sports

Brushed Yarn Tarns most desirable to wear in the motor and all kinds of sports tennis golf etc. New goods just in, white rose peacock blue and buff peoo Brushed Wool Scarfs to with tailored suits on cool days These in buff, shadow beaver, plum, Heather and navy blue pooo The sAiredale' Scarf of mohair yarn, in white, ,ee e1a +e,,.a cotta and silver gray SlOOO
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Miss Mary Ginsterg of 235 Sixth street will be the hostess at the regu- las weekly meeting of the T. M. s. c. club to be held this evening. All members are requested to attend
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18
Women's s Union Suits

Women's Union Suits Made of fine cotton in bodice style with tapes over shoulders:
 Cuff knee, regular sizes 19 cts extra sizes 89 GUS Wide knee, lace edge, regular size 85 cts
 extra sizes $lOC Ijsle thread cuff or wide knee with shell finish. Regular sizes $llo Extra sizes, $l5O
  ue DW Rad e
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Mrs Siles Goodsel1 of 169 Park Place is entertaining at her home Mrs.
 R. C. Rice of Boston
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

A cordial invitation is extended to all ethical dentists, dental hygfenists and friends interested insOra1 Hygiene to attend.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

All arrangements have been com paeted for the informal dance given by '-The Chevaiier Club at Seaside Institute Wednesday evening, May 19. 1920 The committee in charge have spared no expense in making this dance one of the best of the season. Knights of Columbus orchestra will furnish the music
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-05-18

Mrs. A w. Hurd will be the hostess at the meeting of the Fidelity Sewing club at her home Friday.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-18
WHOLESALE PRICES
DROP |NNOyEMBER
Commodities Lower Last Month
Than at Any Time Since
Close of War.

Wholesale prices Of commodities
were lower last month than at an
time since the war. accord TO nG-
ures announced today by the Depart
ment OF Labor. The wholesale scale
dropped S per cent more in November
than in the preceding month and -
per cent below the peak OF high
prices last May, the bureau SAYS
or the 326 commodities used in I'll"
comparison OF November and October
Wholesale prices. 19S showed u de-
crease, while forty-one showed an il
crease. In eighty-seven cases there
was no change.
Building materials registered
drop of 1915 per cent in Move .nbc'
and farm products were second. with
drop of ga per cent Clothing
costs dropped 8 per cent while food
products dropped Az per cent.
Within the last year wholesale food
prices have dropped IL per cent, tie
bureau reports and clothing has gone
down - per cent. while farm pro
ducts show a decrease OF 81 per rent.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-18
MOORE F|LESSU|T.
IN SALE OF STOCK
Picture Theater Head Claims
Transaction in His Absence
Misrepresented Him.

A bill in equity was filed yesterday
by the Moore's Theaters Corporation
and Tom Moore In his individual right
against Tucker X. Sands. Fred >.
cwirdcll ]. Albert Nuehlsise1. WI
liam Z. Richardson and others fnvoiV-
ing a recent deal whereby the nlain-
tIffs acquired certain stock OF the
Moore's Theaters Corporation.
II is set forth that some time prior
to the fourth dav OF FebruarY. 1",9.
the plaintiff. Tom Moore. was the
owner OF over half Of the stock CT
the theaters corporation Wn'cn was
capitalized at 100000.
OBTAINED AN AGREEMENT.
1t Is further claimed that about the
date mentioned. the plaintiffs obtained
an agreement from the defendants to
purchase the minority stockton GER
tain conditions which were not COM
piled with by the defendants, upon
which the plaintiffs consulted with
the defendant, Richardson, Vice
President OF the corporation who, il
if claimed. advised that the acquiring
OF stock was necessary to protect tho
holdings Of the plaintiffs and business
which Tom Moore had created and
developed.
1t is claimed. however, that the
terms and conditions were not car
ricd out and that others grestly in
excess of anything authorized were
put into effect in the absence from the
city Of the plaintiff. Tom Moore, who
was President Of the corporation.
ASKS AN ACCOUNTING.
In view OF which there are now
Outstanding, II is said certain notes
in the hands of some of the defend
ants in which the payee was the
Union Realty Company which, 1t is
claimed, is a trading corporation con-
Quoted by the defendant, Richards on,
and in which the plaintiffs never had
any interest.
The bill states that the plaintiffs
have been presented with claims for
payment Of notes for more than SI25,
600, and they ask for an account
ing and discovery from the def uiants
and for judg hcnt of such amount as
may be found 10 he due to the pain
;iTs, and the plaintiff corporation par.
ocular, together with decree can
Leliing the obligations Canned 90 b =
represented by the notes referred TO.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-18
SENATORS TOF|X
POLICY ON BONUS
Finance Committee Meets to
Determine Terms of Soldier
Aid Legislation.

The Senate Finance committee met
today to determine it's future course
If action on the quetsion OF adjusted
compensation to service men. The
possibility Of immediate action on the
MEASURE which has been passed by
he House was considered by the
members Of the committee as remote
tlthouSh several members desire to
rave action during the present ses-
ion of Congress.
The question OF finances will be the
determining factor in the matter.
Z q plan can be devised by which the
Government will not be obligated to
arge sums Of money for several
ears it Is believed the committee
jill take immediate action.
Several members of the committee
oppressed favor with the adjusted
crvice certificate plan, which calls
or n certificate which will be held
~ the World. War veteran for three
jeafs before he can obtain any
money At the end OF that time he
an borrow to uinety per cent OF the
'urrent value OF the certificate.
This plan, which IL embodied in the
gill passed by the House, IL consid-
red to be one of the plans which
night prove possible from financial
'tandpoint. 1t Is also looked upon
by the committee as the most ac-
reptable to the service man. who
'ould not collect the fun amount Of
he cash bonus until two and one
ALI years after the passage OF the
Pill.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-18
BIRTHS.

BARH--Tohn l.. and Margaret r.; girt
BROOSS William u. an" Rosa a.. GIN
f;pW ARnE---E Edward !! and Gertrude, girl
t;SIDvAN- Samuel and Title, girl.
jiuiChinson Emory A. ana Dorothy r.
EShpp-Sicholas Y and Mary O., SRI.
John and Mabel, girl
IOSI- Albert L. and jennie e. boy
WHTioNEY-Anthcny and Charlotte boy.
WAPGELOS j. and StarNoolas
T. ard Blanche L. 10y.
,iirp pIIv-FeliN J. and ENangcine, BOY.
~ tNEB.--Wayne +. and Mildred boy.
: ''ijjRAirR--.krncst T. and Katie boy
sTiyERs-Tho Inas L. and Eiizabcth, hoy.
Henry !. and NINA l., elrl.
.|c,nnH Errlx,a and Gertrude, girl
s. and Ada e., girl