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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Drop Idea Of
 Preliminary Conference

London, Aug. 2-(By the A. P.)- Great Britain has dropped the pro- posal to hold a preliminary conference on Pacific questions and has agreed to participate in the Washington con- ference as originally suggested by President Harding, according to of ficia1 circles here today.
 The decision was reached after an exchange of conversations between London and Washington.
 Great Britain has also agreed to the original date suggested, November Il, the anniversary of Armistice Day, if President Harding still considers that the most suitable time and will enter the conference without any reServa- tions as to the set program, it was stated.
 Doubt is expressed whether Pre- mier Hughes of Australia, and Pre- mier Massey of New Zealand will be able to attend, but they will, it is said be represented by a British depu- tation.
 The attendance of Premier Lloyd George, also depends upon circum- stances, it was stated.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Plan ToForm Stronger State
 Organization

Plans for the formation of a stronger state organization of jitney- men are under consideration Attor- ney w. F. D. Fitzpatrick, chairman of the executive board of the Con necticut Bus Mems Association, is sued a call this morning for a spe- cial meeting of the board Friday morning at g o'clock in MachlnlstS hall, 1,0S7 Broad street
 The organization formed yester- day was but of a temporary nature, and will be supplanted by a stronger organization within a few weeks One reason that made necessary the new organization was the fact that but a small percentage of hhe real bus men, the drivers and owners particularly those in Bridgeport, had no opportunity to attend the meet ing yesterday and take part in the discussions and elections.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Jitney Men fingered At
 Lavit S Act

The ire of local jitneymen has been aroused by the presence of Sam ueI Lavitt, radical labor leader, at the meeting of the busmen yester- day. Lavitt secured the floor at the meeting to answer charges of pre- vious speaker that he was a detri- ment to the busmen and should not be allowed to attend. Although La witt pleaded the cause of unified la Dor forces, exception has been taken to his remarks.
 Attorney F. W. D. Fitzpatrick in a statement this morning said, @'The jitney interests of Bridgeport, both tho owners and the drivers, wish it distinctly understood that they were in no way responsible 1or the pres ence of Samuel Lavitt at the meeting yesterday and that they were not re- sponsible for his speech.
 .Iavitt attended the meeting pure " as an interested outsider, and wormed his way in in some manner. Chairman Navaken allowed him the floor, but we want it understood that we were not and will not be responsi- ble for anything Lavitt has to say in regards to the jitney situation
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02

West sSth street, this city, of the passing of the famous tenor.
 The cable was dated: Naples 8 a. m-" It was received here shortly after 10 o'clock. MT. Sperco imme- diately notified the Metropolitan opera house.
 Mrs. Caruso's cable was the first direct word received here confirming the report of Caruso's death.
 Broadway was touched deep in it's real heart, beneath the paint and the bright lights, by word received today that EInrico Caruso. its beloved star, was dead.
 The famous tenors fellow artists had fled the heat of the city, but his friends and admirers of the orches- tra and gallery seats were saddened theatrical circles. today. were heard expressions of sympathy and re- gret.
 From Little Italy," where Caruso was almost a God, came hundreds of his fellow countrymen to get the news from bulletin boards. None of CaruSo'S personal friends here had received any intimation of his illness. They Fad believed him re- covering from his recent throat-trou- ble.
 "But it is impossible tearfu11y ex- claimed Bruno Zirato, Caruso's secre- tary, when shown an International News Service bulletin. See! See! Here is his last letter, the last letter I have had from him. It was dated July 12, at Sorrento"
 In a firm hand writing no trace of illness, Caruso had written, in a gay spirit:
 Guard (publicity director of the Metropolitan Opera House) and are here at Sorrento. It is not so large as New York but tonight we walked down the main street, imagining our selves on Broadway"
 The letter was four pages long, signed with the bold strokes of a man in good health
 Pathetically, his secretary felt this must show he was we'll today. Zirato has cab1ed to his brother in Italy, asking word of Caruso.
 Behind the scenes at the Metropoli- tan Opera House. stagehands and car penters, busy preparing the last stage where CaruSo knew so many triunphs stopped their work this morning to gather and discuss the famous tenor death-
 As the day wore on and succeeding bulletins reached the opera house little knots of Italians gathered out side, waiting to. hear the latest word of their idol ALphonse, press agent during the absence of Billy Guard was distracted with hundreds oi | phone calls from friends and admir- CTS of Caruso.
 l CaruSo lived when in New York, the | news of his serious illness that he l was dying. that he was dead, spread
 among the employees, even the tax | starter asked anxiously for the lates | bulletin.
 Broadway sorrowed, but in Little | Italy grief at the tenor's death wa: | marked up to regard Caruso a: | greater than the President, wept 1T | the streets. Shutters went up anC shop doors were locked for the day | Little Italy's population went into l mourning.
 | Italian flags were at half mas | from many windows. Never in hi | career as a star. had the world ia | nous tenor received a turer or nor
 fervent tribute than today. whel 1 word of his death reached the Italian | quarters.
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Jitney Writ
 Is Served By
 U. $. Marshal

Hartford, Aug. 2-Deputy U. S. Marshal Miller appeared at the cap- ito1 this noon with certified copies of the Federal jitney injunction. He called first at the governors office, where he learned that Governor Lake left Saturday for Watch Hill, R.. l. Executive Clerk Frank D. Rood ac- cepted service on the part of the ex- ecutive department and will hand over to Lieutenant-Governor Tenn pleton a copy of the writ tomorrow, when he comes to the capitol to sit with the Board of Control as acting governor.
 Attorney General Frank E. Healy was also served and announced later that he would appear in the U. s. Court at New Haven in behalf of the state on August 16-
 SuDt. of State Police Robert T. Hurley who was served with the third copy, said he would take no action in the premises inaSmuch as he had not instructed his men to make arrests, when the injunction was served on him.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Beat Off His
 Assailants

When two masked bandits at of 1857 Barnum avenue last night, the intended victim snatched a re- volver from one of the footpads, put up a terrific battle and beat off both assai1ants. A report of the affair has been made to the police and is be- ing investigated today.
 MorrowsI1i closed up his Barnum avenue saloon about 12 o'clock last night and was driving down the street in an automobile. when the two men. their faces covered by ndkerchiefs, jumped on the run ming board and pointed revolvers at his head. The cafe owner brought his car to a stop. grabbed one of the guns and started to fight After striking him over the head with the other gun, both robbers jumped from the machine and fled. They d1d not secure any va1uableS-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Wilson Gives Graphic
 Description Of Bloodiest
 Battlefield Of Great War
Describes Place Where For Four Terrible Years Millions of Men Struggled in Gigantic Duel 8OO,OOO Lives Were Sacrificed - Hills
 Dotted With Cemeteries

Verdun, France, July 16-The is greatest and most bloody of the World War Millions of struggled here in gigantic due through four terrible years in hell which man had prepared for
 Here died eight hundred thousand soldiers, dred thousand of whom French Of three hundred thousand bodie according ords, will never be identified.
 For the freedom of this place the fought the ridge of Monaucon and gained victory which regard the greatest by Americans during
 Verdun lies four hours beyond along railroad which for eighty miles of its distance fire. The journey is marked by evidences Abandoned barracks piles of material shell holes green with and ruined villages show to the fortress against which the hurled in vain the best men of German blood.
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Over Twenty Years
 Seek Freedom

Two couples who have been joined in wedlock for more than 20 years have applied to the courts for legal dissolution of their marital ties. Pa pers in both cases were filed today in the Superior Court
 Minnie Estel1e Clans, nee Barrett, has asked for a divorce from Oscar Clans of Bedding, on the grounds of intoIerable cruelty since January l, 1918. They were married August IS. 1899, and have two children, Harold E. aged 20, and Pearl E., aged 16. The plaintiff asks for custody of the children
 Frederick Quass of Danbury has been sued for divorce and a1imony by Caroline Quass of Norwalk. The couple were married November 29, 1896, and property of the defendant has been attached for $10,0G0.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Announce
 Re-Routing
 Of rolleys

Manager J. B. Potter of the local division of the Connecticut Com pany, today announced the rerouting of Southport, Westport and Norwa1k troIleys. Starting today the tro11eys proceed from the railroad station to Main and Fairfield, turn down Main to State street and down State street to the intersection of Fairfield ave nue where they will go on the regu- lar route to NorwaIk.
 Manager Potter explained that the move was in the nature of an eNper1- ment, and was being used to relieve the congestion at Main street and Fairfield avenue. If proven success full, the new route will be continued
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Get Answer
 On Petition

Mayor Clifford B. Wilson today re- ceived an answer from Henry F. Bill ings, secretary of the Public Utilities Commission, to his petition sent to that body on the 25th of July At that time it was requested that the Hartford authorities reconsider their refusal to allow buses to run on the Connecticut avenue-Ash Creek and the North Main streetiBroad street routes and also that they consid CT the reduction of the trolley fares the commission acknowledges receipt of the petition and says that a hear ing on the subjects will probably be held during the latter part of the month of September, the exact date to be fixed on the first day of that month.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02

At midnight, it was announced that Caruso was dying. His strength was hbing swiftly and already the death coma was lowering over him.
 The physicians were in constant attendance and continuously admins tered restroatives, but the battle was ended.
 Caruso became i'll last week and was brought from Sorrento to this city, where the facilities for medical treatment were better
 JJpon diagnosis it was found that the singer was suffering from an abscess between the liver and the d1ahpragm. Caruso was very weak>and his lungs had suffered from the strain Of pre- vious illness. but an operation was de- cided upon as the only means Of saw ing his life
 ation and Caruso's condition grew steadily worse over Sunday and Mon day. He knew that death was near, but maintained his old time cheerful ness.
 CT were constantly at the bedside, giving such comfort as they could
 By Monday night, Caruso's heart was fluttering so feebly that camphor also that oxygen was administered
 CaruSo'S last illness developed at a time when he was believed to be re- covering from his long illness and
  last winter He told his friends that he was regaining his vigor and was already looking forward to a success full season with the Metropolitan com pany in New York next winter
 Word of Caruso's death was inn Hsediately cabled to friends in New York bF Mrs. Caruso and a few hours later, cablegrams of condolence began arriving.
 No arrangements have yet been f4r ha fun if is be- lieved he will be buried near his old home in Italy.
 Not only music lovers, but persons prominent in many other walks of life, felt the blow of Caruso's death. This was shown from the number of cablegrams that continued to pour in this afternoon. They came from busi- ness men and financiers as well as from Grand Opera stars The music world of the entire globe was cast into gloom.
 Caruso, until his final illness, had been living quietly in his villa at Sor- rento with Mrs. Caruso and his baby daughter, Gloria
 He was under orders from his specialists to engage in no arduous activities that would tax his strength, and he spent much of his time in his garden or in motoring along the bautiful Italian highways. He kept in close touch with friends in New York and kept them informed of his progress back to health His chief delight was playing with his little daughter Gloria, who was his pet and the apple of his eye
 Mrs. Caruso felt the blow of her husbands death keenly. She wept as she recounted to friends the trials and troubles that her husband had passed, through during the past year and a half. Caruso and his wife were a most devoted couple and dur ing their stay at Sorrento were in separable. It is understood that Mrs Caruso will return to America after her husbands burial.
 New York, Aug. 2-"Enrico Caru- so died this morning." Thus, in a brief cable message, Mrs. Enrico Ca ruso, now in Naples. advised their friend, Constant J. Sperco, of No. 35
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
U7NEXS CONTINUE ZN OPERA IZ(1N:
 JUDGE GIVES INTER VIEW ON WRI7
ReUOZutiOn M
 Women s Styles

Chicago, Aug. "A revolution in women's styles involving everything except short skirts was indicated for the coming winter by members of the Ma tional Wearing Apparel Associa- hon, in cenventnoi today. Straight lines, flowing sleeves, coats al- most to the knees will be worn this winter, they said. As. to color, practically everything shown by the models was black, with profuse trimmings of mon key fur.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02

ate Ioudy- The pOl1Ce made no attempt to halt any of the drivers.
 Midnight last night was supposed 10 be the deadline- for jitneymen who had Tailed to secure certificates from Ine Hupnc Utilities commission, but prosecuting Attorney E. Earl Garlick announced this morning, that he would take no action until he had re ceIved an official copy of the Federal
 MT. Garlick further stated that in his opinion the order ap1ied to Bridge port as we'll as New Haven, according to newspaper accounts The local iiempts to secure copy of the in- Junction, but his efforts so far have been without success.
 Supt- of Police Patrick Flanagan, declared this morning, that he would not issue orders for the arrest of any J1tneymen today. The police head has not been officially served with a copy of Judge Thomas order, and cept what has been printed in the papers. With the prosecuting authori- ties hesitating however ,the hands of the police department are effectively tied.
 Today's state of affairs brands the restraining order as a decisive vic tory for the jitneymen for the time being at least. The police had defi-
 
 starting a rigid enforcement of the new law today, but the Federal order knocked these plans awry. Bridge port jitneymen appear to be free to operate until August Is. at which time hearing vii 1be held before Judge Thomas and two other Federal court judges in the United States court in New Haven.
 WRIT SPEAKS FOR ITSELF r Norwalk,Au 2--t@The writ speaks for itself. I have not attempted to interpret it as to it's application to state and municipal officers, and have in fact referred all inquiries to the copy of the papers for information,' said Judge Edwin S. Thomas today. when asked as to the application of the jitney injunction outside of New Haven.
 '~The copy of the writ was sent to New Haven and service will be made, I assume, on all the defendants who are named in the action. The intent of the injunction is merely to defer action for few days until the ques- ton of the constitutiona1ity of the act can be determined I have asked two other Federal judges to sit with me at~New Haven on August 16, to decide the issue. It is not a matter which should require a long hearing and I should say that a decision could be arrived atprompt1y. That is all [ care to say at this time'
 FOUR TAKEN IN NEW HAVEN.
 New Haven, Aug. 2-Before the federal injunction in the jitney con- troversy had been served on Chief of Police Smith today five drivers of jitneys had been arrested. The in Junction was then served by Deputy Marshal Hayes upon the chief and also upon Peter Trench, the assistant city attorney.
 
 named in the writ of injunction granted by United States Court Judge Thomas, restraining the enforcement of the jitney act, are all New Haven parties according to Attorney Robert D. Woodruff, one of the counsel for | the jitneynen, who obtained the in junction.
 Asked as to the application of the injunction to officials not named as defendants, MT. Woodruff said: That is a legal question. In my opinion, the injunction clearly re- strains the enforcement of the act itself in the State.'
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
WILL NOT GIVE PARTY"

Washington, Aug. 2-The United States has no intention Of giving the party" when the principal powers Of the world gather in Washington th1s corning autumn to reduce armament and settle the irritating phases of the Far East and Pacific problems
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
VIOLATED LIQUOR LAW.

First precinct policemen this morn ing arrested John Stephano, of 41 Lexington avenue, on charges of vio- lating the state, liquor laws. Three jugs and one keg of booze" was found in his possession. The man was released under $500 bonds, and will appear for trial in the City court tomorrow.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
RAD WRECK AyERTED.

Detroit, Aug. With one of the most disastrous railroad wrecks and collisions in recent years averted mar rowly. two men were under arrest to- day on suspicion of having wrecked the 12:45 westbound Michigan Cen traI Pullman train at Inkster.
 Railroad detectives and police found that the "fshp1ates'' bindin g to,rether the tracks. had been remov- ed at the spot where the engine de- rai1ed.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
Great Tenor
 Loses Battle
 With Disease
Worlds Greatest Singer Succumbed to Acute Peri tonits in Naples This Morning = Musical World of Entire Globe Cast Into Gloom Cablegrams of Coincidence Pour
 In Upon Wife.

Naples Aug golden of Enrico Caruso slled forever The gallant and spectacular fight which the world a against disease ended early this died acute peritonits Mrs. Caruso at the bedside
 death unexpected. The attending special night that the patient sinking rapidly another 24 hours, if held
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02

SPEEDER7S CASE CONTINUED.
 Alleged to have been driving his car at the rate of 42 miles an hour in Connecticut avenue, yesterday, Wm. T. Sullivan. of New Haven, was ar rested for speeding. In the City court today, the case was continued until Aug g.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02

New York, Aug. 2-"Enrico Caru- so died this morning." Thus, in a brief cable message, Mrs. Enrico Ca ruso, now in Naples. advised their friend, Constant J. Sperco, of No. 5
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
POLICE TAKENO ACTION

Protected by the injunction which was issued by Judge Ed win $. Thomas, of the United States District court, Bridge port jltneys continued to oper- ate today. The police made no attempt to halt any of the
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-08-02
WEATHER

New Haven, Aug 2.-Forecast for New Haven and vicinity: Unset tied weather with showers tonight and Wednesday.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity unsettled weather with local showers and not much change in tempera,- ture.
Daily picayune., 1921-02-19

yev representative joined in rat cam paign which promised to send l2'ooo rodents into the rat hereafter. when the final count of rat tails was taken if was found that 3000o of the pests had been Killed in the one town.
 At Fargo N. Dak., the ciszehs were annoyed by heavy infestation of rats < bureau representative enlisted the co .neration of the city commission, the commercial club. the health department tbe Boy Scouts, women's clubs, and other organizations, and conducted a very successful campaign against the nest Tn this instance the polsoh' par inn ca rhonate. was purchased in quan tjties and used as q destructive agent with excellent results.
 statewide rat eradication cam paicn in Texas will soon he launched ,gainst rats. The Bureau of Biological Survey has been asked to detail spec iaIist to direct the operation.
Daily picayune., 1921-02-19
MOTHER GAVE IT
Virginia Lady Suffered With Aches and Pains Until Mother Began
 Giving Her Cardui.

Dublip. Va.-Miss Mary Alice gughett residing on Route 2, near here. recently told 6 visitor or ner interesting experience with Cardui. Miss Hughett said: Il had been suf' fering for some time with painful . I was pale, didn't feel like going. Would just drag around, and cooidn rest to do any good. l would sutier once a month with my back, sides and head. My limbs would ache ana [ didn't know what to do, but l knew I must do something, for ! didn't get well by letting 1t run on.
 My mother is believer In Carous for she saw what it did for others as well as herself, so she began giving it to me.
 sIr wasn't long before l saw 8 change. It was just what l needed: It regulated me. I began to eat anu sleep. and the pain stopped.
 "Cardui is without doubt the pes. female tonic made. and l am glad ran recommend 1t to others.
 If suffering with symptoms such as Miss Hughett mentions. or other ar ments peculiar to women, why not pc, gin Cardui at once? It's merit IS vel established by successful use for more than 40 years.
 Try Cardui, ~,o,,, Your druggist sells H. NeA's
Daily picayune., 1921-02-19
LOCALS

The Sample Shoe Store has com plete line of rubbers and o7ershoes, .. II. Moore of Prescott is spending today in Philadelphia. .-Siftings Herald
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 "wby Chance Your Mrs?' good comedy at the Gem tonight. Hon. H. B Mckenzie and Prof. C. M. Hirst are spending today in Little Rock.
 Miss Eunice White, one of our ac- complished teachers, is visiting in Lit tie Rock today.
 M. W, Greeson and Levi Moore lett for Little Rock on the morning tram on business mission
 
 Julia Marl0we" Shoes for ladies. also some beautiful oxfords and pumps At remarkable low prices.
 Sample Shoe Store. Julia Marlowen shoes are high class in every respect at prices even below regular wholesale. We bought difec' from the factors Sample Shoe Store Andy Jordan and l.. A. Goynes ol Sutton. spent the night in our city an' are looking after business matters earl! this morning.
 | w. Ingram and wife of Lanebure stopped over night with Mrs. Ingram brother, Mr. ]. T. l6ze. of this ctS on their way home from visit to Hop Write nhiS down in your diary Mother earth was all covered wlt snow nthese diggins on fcbruar 19, 1921
 If you forget the day ot the mohti just turn to your Daily Picaynne an consult the calendar. which iS furnish ed in each issue.
 Miss Amy Moore. daughter of l@' Moore of th's city will arrive tonigl from Henderson Brown college spend sunday at home.
 Ulr.ch Buchanan of Malvern, son : W. K Buchanan of this city, k hel making arrangements to move his fan fly to Prescott.