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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

when the unemployment problem is
 more critical and more menacing than ever before in the industrial his- tory of our country. Through lack of advertisement the manufa cturer is compelled to manufacture less and, consequently, either to reduce the urnIber of his employees or, if he re- tains his staff unimpaired, o work them for fewer hours.
 "Th ere is a certain wel1-known
 firm in the city who if they spend, say, fl 900 on senGdng out a group of circulars count with certainty on making over and above the cost of the advertisement f1 ,0o0 clear profit. Now, in the particular business in question this would represent a total turnover of not less than f12.000. De- ducting the cost of the circulars and the profit, we arrive at @ sltfn of FLO, ,000, which, divided in the usual ratio of half to machinery and half to labor, would give f5.0oO in wages to the employees. If, then, as result of the issue of this circular, labor benefits to the extent Of f6, 900 it is o1ny logical to assume that as a result of its suppression labor would lose most, if not all, of that sum-"
 Thousands of persons have suffered severely, 1t is stated. by the high pos tai rates, and the government is urg+ ed to consider a revision of it's postal policy in the interests of aiding the unemployment situation. Among these
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

seriously affected by the abolition of the halfpenny stamp are included paper mills, printers. bookbinders, postcard publishers, envelope manu- facturers, Photographers and calendar makers.
 It is not to be supposed,'' adds the writer. "that the reintroduction of cheap postage and the consequent revival of advertising would affect our trade with foreign countries. So long as the disparity in the rates of ment can be looked for in that ouar- ter. But cheap postage would i'm part an immense impetus to our home and colonial commerce. That is be- yond all doubt. The high postage rates have been demonstrated by bit- ter experience to have been an egreg- ious mistake"
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
HAVING
 ECONOMIC AND
 FINANCIAL SPASM

Vienna, Nov. 25-With the collapse in the exchange value of the kronen, Austria is undergoing another econ omic and financial spasm. Since July 16 the crown has dropped from $50 to the American dollar to about 5000. The 100 crown 'niote, whose pre-war value was $20, is now about the min imum until of daily use, and 10000 crown notes cannot be printed fast enough to meet the needs of busi- ness.
 For the last month the government presses have been printing some B. 00G, 900, 900 kronen a week to meet current expenses. The issue will have to be increased to meet the de- mandS of the great army of civil ser wants for a living wage. Within month they have received increases amounting to about 5,000,00O, 900 kronen and already, with steadily falling exchange and the equally steady advance in living costs, they are formulating new demands.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
HIGH POSTAGE IN ENGLAND.
Abolition of Halfpenny Stamp Called
 Mistake

Strong protests have been voiced in England against the increased post age rates The criticism from busi- ness interests, has been especially di- rected against the abolition of the halfpenny stamp, which was used, very largely, in sending out trade cir culars Its. abolition. @ writer to The Daily Telegraph says, has itensihed the unemployment problem.
 .Of all the machinery of advertis- ing" he says. 't11e halfpenny post card and the halfpenny circular were infinitely the most popular and the most effective. The increased postage has virtually killed this mode of pub- ncity. In so doing 1t has seriously restricted trade. and this at a time
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
CASE CONTINUED.

The case of Michael Pivarnik, of Stratford who was arrested last night for operating automobile while under the influence of liquor, was con stinued until tomorrow by the City court today. Piyarnik's machine col lided with a car owned by stephen ,fomason, of Stratford, in Barnunl Avenue near she Y. w. c. A. building, and then struck Lottfe Zalesky, of 176 East Main street, who was standing in the road waiting for trolley car. Miss Zalesky, who had been attending q dance with her sister. in the Y. w. e. A. hall, was not seriously hurt.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
CRIPPLEs BEs1EGE LoRENz.

New York, Nov. 25-Severa1 hum dred men and women, some in furs and some in rags and many carrying crippled children, besieged the hos pitaI for joint diseases today. hoping for a promise from Dr. Adolf Lorenz, the famous Vienna physician, to per form one of his miraculous and gen. eraIly bIoodless surgical operations.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
THE BRIDGEPORT TIMES

25s and this article is fair index of increased prices.
 Tatlors are den1a nding pay in pound sterling and refusing crowns. Jewellers ask for Swiss francs, despite the law forbidding business in for eign monies.
 The collapse of the currency was foreseen by financial experts, but none could suggest a means of avertdng 1t as long as the government is forced to buy foreign money at any prices in order to buy breadstuffs and coal
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
LUMBER DEALER INQUIRED.

Norwalk, Nov. 25-A1vah Under wood, 69, well known lumber dealer with headquarters in New Haven, is in the Norwalk hospital suffering with injuries received when he was struck by trolley car here today. He had been visiting his son, Carleton, and with his wife, Maria. His wife was with his wife aria. His wife was also injured slightly. MT. Underwood Sas fractured skull and is uncon- s1io
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
GARAGE DESTROYED

New Haven, Nov. 25.-The garage of Samuel Iandow on Winthrop ave me with two automobiles stored there was destroyed by fire early to- day with a loss of $4.000.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
ALLEGES DISSIPATION

Meta Willing sturgess asks a df- pers filed today. The couple were married on May 31, 1918, and she al- leges desertton since October 10, 1e18 She asks also a change to her maiden name, Willing. There are no chill dren.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

NEWLY arrived - a large assort
 ment of Genuine Tennessee, Red Cedar Chests. Some of them you may see displayed in Windows 2, 8, g, 10 and II. Many others, includ- ing every desirable size, finish and style are shown on our Floors. The Chest illustrated above is of Colon tal design./ It measures 33x17X16 inches, and is beautifully trimmed with heavy studded Copper bands.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

Edward Tyler, a student at Wes- leyan College, Middletown, is spend ing the vacation at his home on Elm wood place.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

Glendon Good, of Amherst college is the guest of his parents, MT. and Mrs. T. R. Good, of Washington Ter race, for the holiday and weekend
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
OBITUARY
Honora KHey,

HOnOfa kHcy
 The funeral of Honora Riley of 1918 Park avenue, formerly of Green field Hill will be held from the fun eral parlors of Mullins, Scota & Red gate, 293 Golden Hill street on to- morrow at 9 m. 1nterment in Lakeview cemetery
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

Warren Lewis of New York City is the guest of his parents. MT. and Mrs. 2 Harry Lewis of 1464 Fairfield avenue, for several days.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

Miss Emily Jackman, daughter of MT. and Mrs. George Jackman of Sratford road, has returned to her home after spending a month with friends in Greenfield, Pa
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
Personals

Miss Jeannette Lewis. daughter of Mir and Mrs. Harry A. Lewis. of 1464 Fairfield avenue, entertained about 40 friends last evening at the Home stead. tea room at a delightful party given in honor of her house guest, Miss Edna Ginsburg, of New York, formerly her roommate at Hilton Seminary Triton, N H.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25
Mrs. Clifford A. Insham.

Mrs. Elizabeth T. (EIodgkins), wife of Clifford A. Ingham, died this morning at her home, I6 Sims street, Seaside Village. after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband, one son, Clifford Jr., her parents, MT. ters and one brother.
 The funeral will be held Monday morning at S:30 from her late home and at g o'clock at Sacred Heart church. Interment will be in St -NIichael's cemetery.
 Thomas Musante
 The funeral of Thomas Musante was largely attended from his late residence 1865 Main street at q. m., yesterday morning and from Holy Rosary church at 9:30 a. m. with solemn high mass celebrated by Rev. Michael F. Heating, assisted by Rev. DeTore as sub-deacon, and Rev. Angele Perone, as deacon. AS the re- mains were brought into the church the choir sang Thy Will Be -Done, at the offertory, Miss Bessie Forbe rendered Ave Maria and after mass, Mrs. Henry DiSesa rendered Some Sweet Day. and "Face to Face" The pallbearers were Frank Canavari, Garbarini, John Musante and Frank Danil The internent was held in St. MichaePs cemetery where the cornuital services were read by Rev Michael F. Heating.
 Mrs. Joseph s. Smith.
 Mrs. Joseph S. Smith was buried this morning in St. M1chaefs cem7 9o etery The funeral was held at S:SO from her home o1s Newfield avenue, and a half hour later from Blessed Sacrament church.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

AN EXTRA special value This graceful Bridge Lamp has a base of finely finished Mahogany. It's silk shade you may procure in Gold. Rose, B1ue-A1most any de- sired color combinations. It gives a warm, pleasing light, which due, to it's two move able joints, may be adjusted to practically any angle. , Complete at this unusual price, it is a notable gift suggestion.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

THE Mahogany Stand shown above, is of very fine appearance. Just as illustrated, it has heavy re- movable glass tray-easy to keep clean. A timely Christmas gift suggestion. It would be wise to order one now. Make it a point to see our holiday displays. They will give you many gift ideas
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

THIS old style Windsor Rocker, is designed just as shown. It is richly finished in Mahogany and has cushion seat of Mulberry Velour A piece of Furniture to be proud of-greatly reduced in price. Note its exceedingly pleasing appearance.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

MIR. MAN-This is the present for your wife! It Is what every woman wants - the Machine that transforms work into play! There Is nothing to do but take the sewing to the most eonven- lent room - the Machine is very easily and hand1ly carriedD attach the cord to an electric light socket, press lightly on the foot control and guide the ma terial. All drudgery Is done away with-time is saved-sew- ing is made a pieasure!
 The Portable Electric is light and compact. enclosed in a handsome case, and very easily carried. It is completely equipped for all kinds of sew ing and embodies all the desir-
 able 1abor-saving devices and conveniences that make it the last word in Sewing Machines. Ask to see it demonstrated!
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

Machine as the stCrescent" shown at so low price. Of excellent appearance. it has every fine qual- ity of other higher priced machines. Plays all records without change of
 parfs. has unusually strong motor, fine cabinet, producer, etc,
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

Pay For Your Gifts On LiberaIly Extended Terms:
 In choosing Furniture for Christmas gifts, you choosing pines Beauty and Utility At adey possible assistance will be rendered selecting and purchasing gifts deposit will hold article for you deliver It, just you The balance bill be paid for time and in small which satisfaction Your interests are concern always
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

A VALUE without equal. The fam ous Sloane Improved" Vacuum Cleaner. It is equipped with a General Electric Motor. Sold on a basis of absolute satisfaction or your money refunded. Hadley's special price is in effect for a limited time only.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

PRIMARILY known as Piano
 Bench, this would also serve beauti- fully as a Preside or Window Seat
 With Queen Anne legs of Mahogany, it is upholstered in rich Velour in your choice of many desirable shades Taupe, Gray, and others. It has four legs, not six, as shown.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

IN MANY and varied designs are these heavy overstuffed Tapestry Chairs and Rockers. Some have graceful winged backs. All have broad rolled arms and wide comfortable seats. Such a chair adds inn measurable beauty and comfort to a room. Only limited num- Der of these remain on hand. This unusual price is in effect while they last.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

OF Mahogany or Oak, just as illus trated. this Fernery is marked at 3 special price! It has a deep metal Insert. It's size-2ex26x10 inches Is ideal for the average room. Such Fernery. filled with growing plants. Is probably just the touch one of your rooms needs.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-11-25

SUCH a Desk as the beautiful Spinet shown above, is some thing to treasure always. Of un- surpassable quality-in con- struction, appearance, finish, it is a pure joy to own. Many different styles and periods are marked at this same price. Some are finished in the polished and others in the beautiful, dull antique Mahogany. All have the quaint little drawers and pigeon holes. A rare gift-a rare pos session.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-12-09
HOLT WILL DIRECT AMER|CAN|SM WORK
 OF LEGION HERE
Appointment of Well Known Newspaper Man Is An- nounced by State
 Commander
By FRED H. GORMLEY Montgomery Bureau. The Age-HeraId 221-2 First National Bank Building

Montgomery, December S.-(Spe- cial.) l.)-David Holt. well known news paper man of Alabama has been ap- pointed chairman of the American commission of the department of Ala bama, American Legion, by Harry NJ. Ayers of Anniston, commander of the department of Alabama, and will di- rect the Americanism work through the various posts of the American Le- zion. The appointment of Mir. Holt was announced by Commander Ayers today.
 H. R. Spangler, secretary of the city commission of Montgomery, and former secretary to the state execu- tive department during the adminis- tration of Governor Henderson, has been made chairman O. the legislative committee of the department of Ala bama It will be his duty to direct the legislative work of the legion as such work may be necessary.
 MT. Holt will bring to the attention of the people through the local posts the Americanism work of the legion. One of the cardinal principles of the organization of ex-service men is the insulting of American ideals and pa triotism for America into the minds and hearts of all persons who claim the United States as their native or adopted home.
 MT. Holt is in position to do much. good work for the legion in Alabama due to the fact that he is visiting the various sections of Alabama and. in his personal work, is coming into contact with the people generally as well as the ex-service men, said Commander Ayers in announcing the appointment.
 Members of the American Legion offer their organization as one which stands for simon pure Americanism, free from adulteration, and it is with the desire of doing a real service that they have selected a commission which will direct the Americanism work.
 "various matters will be up in the weeks to come which might call for legislation or for activities as result of legislation. I have particularly in mind the election January 30 for the ratification of the amendment which will give ex-service men the right to vote without the payment of poll taxes. MT. Spangler, who has been made chairman of the legislative committed. has taken a leading part in the work of the American Legion and am confident he will work well as head of the committee"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-12-09
Plan Nationwide Drive for
 Gorgas Memorial School of
 Sanitation at Tuscaloosa
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was an Alabamian 1t IS fitting that a memorial to him should be located in his native state; and one such in- stitution in the south will meet the imminent need for the types of sani- tarians who will be trained in the Gorgas school of sanitation
 HaS Strong Hacking
 The physicians here who are iu- terested in the proposed memorial to General Gorgas feel that the institu- tion which they intend to establish will appeal to the friends of General Gorgas throughout the country. who would like to see great memorial to him in the United States. An insti- tuition which proposes to train pub lie health workers in the sanitary problems connected with malaria and other tropic diseases which exist in the south will appeal particularly 10 the philanthropists in the southern states. Te physicians of the south states. The physicians of the south posed Gorgas. school of sanitation.
 Dr. Harris is well known in Wash ington, having been colonel in the medical service corps on duty in the surgeon generals office for nearly q year before he was ordered to France Dr. Harris is brother of Maj Gen. P. c. Harris. the adjutant general of the army. and Senator Harris of Georgia, whom he is visiting. Hav- ing served on the staff of General Gorgas during part of the war and having been close personal friend of General Gorgas. pr. Harris Is very enthusiastic over the proposed Gem eral Gorgas school of sanitation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-12-09
BODY OF UNKNOWN
 MAN TAKEN FROM
 WARRIOR BURIED

Jasper, December (Special.)-- hand protruding above the surface of the water led to the discovery late yesterday of the body of a man in the Warrior rivers at Sanders Ferry, this county. An Investigation by Coroner A. B. Legg failedeto reveal the iden- tity of the man
 It was found the man had his throat cut from ear to ear and had also been struck with some object on the head and face, as a number of bruises were shown. This was on the left side of the face. He wore & checked mackinaw coat and a woolen army shirt. He had tied around one foot an automobile chain to which 1t ap- pears there had been tied a weight of some kind, which is supposed to have been used for the purpose of keeping the body immersed in the water. From indications 1t seems the man had been in the water some three or four weeks. From indica- tions in the throat it seems at first he had been struck with knife just beneath the chin and another gash which went through the jugular ves- ssels cut from ear to ear across the throat. The county authorities took charge of the body and it was buried at the county farm today.
 Coroner A. B. Legg summoned a coroner's jury and this jury is now making an investigation into the case It Is thought this man had been mur- dered and brought to the bridge in an automobile and there thrown over into the river after a heavy weight had been tied to his leg by means of an automobile chain.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-12-09
WAR RECORDS OF
 EXECUTIVES ARE
 SHOWN SENATORS
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ton that 1t might be necessary to divu1ge the names of the soldiers ex- ecuted because of the belief in the minds of some investigators that sol diers with stories of wholesale hangings'' might have been confused after seeing or hearing of the hang ing of those found guilty and sen tenced by the military court. As Sem ator Watson proceeded today with the reading of affidavits and letters, Chairman Brandegee announced that the affiant or writer would be sum moned and given every protection sln the effort to get at the truth.
 General Pershing, as the supreme commander on foreign soil in time of war, personally approved the court findings in the cases of the eleven men hanged, and refused to approve the findings in eleven other cases carrying the death sentence. Alto gether. 62 men were sentenced to death, but Colonel Bethel declared only eleven were executed.
 Most of the crimes were against women and children. One of the white soldiers hanged was convicted of murdering another soldier. and hhe other was found guilty of attacking an s-year-old Belgian girl. A French professor was murdered while trying to protect an old woman, and the father of girl was killed by two negroes as he fought against great odds to save her,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-12-09
Doing Anything Tonight For Your Children?
 A Fine Play Is Going On Al This Residence
HACKLEBURG HAS
 RED LETTER DAY
Newly Organized Chamber of Commerce Serves EIabor-
 ate Banquet to 75

Hackleburg, December s.-(Special.) Yesterday was another "red letter day" with the Hackleburg community. The chamber of commerce organized some six weeks ago, has been mani- festing a wonderful hardihood, and yesterday evening. with the assist anee of the women of the community, served a very elaborate banquet to about 75 members, friends and visi- tors The doors of the Methodist church auditorium were thrown open at exactly o'clock in the evening. displaying eight large and beautifully decorated tables, and quickly and with beautiful order the guests were seated. u
 The guests being seated. Charles T. Lunsford, president of the chamber of commerce. called the meeting to order, and a mixed quartet from Hamilton sang favorite sacred hymn, after which Rev. Charles T. Rogers gave the invocation. Follow ing the invocation Misses Slssons and Sanderson, students in a home eco monies class at Evansville, working under the efficient direction of their teacher Miss Nimme Marion county home economies demonstration agent, proceeded to serve the four-course banquet.
 The addresses of the evening cow cred the following subjects: Educa- tion, health, agriculture, home devel- opment, community morals. The good stories, apt illustrations, sacred and comical songs. pointed and striking sentences would make excellent read ing. One thing stands out clearly. and that Is, that Marion county has no dearth of public speakers, humor- ists and musicians.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-12-09
GREENSBORO ClVlTAN
 CLUB IS PERMANENTLY
 LAUNCHED AT DINNER

Greensboro, December S.-(Special0 A permanent organization of Greens boro's new Civitan club was effect ed today when the members met for luncheon downtown at local cafe. They elected the following officers: Lee M. Otis, president; Thomas E. Ward, vice president, and A. J. Powers. secretary and treasurer.
 The personnel of this club is very strong one, formed of some of the leading business men of Greensboro and the parent club in Birmingham will have cause to be proud of their lusty offspring. L. M. Otts is Greens- boros efficient postmaster and all round good fellow. He was chosen temporary president at the clubs in- ception. and now heads the club for it's years work T. R. Ward Is prominent merchant, an elder in the Presbyterian church and will make a capable vice president and aide to the president. A. J. Powers is the junior member of the mercantile hrm of Powers Bros, and has served sew eral other organisations in the ca pa city of secretary and treasurer.
 This club was only organized last Tuesday, when Dr. Shropshire. Reio Lawson. A. c. Crowder, c. L. Hagan and R. Eubanks came down from Birmingham and met number or citizens of the town whom they nao invited to be their guests at lunch con. when a temporary set or o1ti- cials were installed.
 The club had as It's guests Tues- dav at their first luncheon Judge Hohbs and Solicitor Thompson, who beth made rousing speeches.