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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20

The obsequies of Charles E. Moore were held this afternoon first at his late residence and later at Read Me moriai chapel at Mountain Grove hy Rev. Alexander Alison. Jr., of the First Presbyterian church. Among the many who were in attendance were members of Elias Howe Post, G. A: R., and the Sons of Veterans There was wealth of beautiful floral tokens and the religious ceremonies were very impressive. Services at the grave in Mountain Grove cemetery G; A R., whose Impressive ritual which included the firing squad and taps was beautifully exemplified.
 The deceased was a soldier in the well known to his comrades. A na- tive of Mfddletown, Conn.,, where he was born June 16, 1S40, early in life he took to seafaring and at the age of Horn to San Francisco in a sailing vessel. Succeeding sea journeys brought him to many parts of the world. Not the least notable of his brig Morning Star" of which his un- cle. Samuel Moore, was master, and which brought number of mission aries to Honolulu and the Sandwich Islands. Upwards of 15 years of his early life was passed at sea. several trips taking him to the Antarctic re- gionS. It was while on one of these trips in search of seals and sea-ions that the call for volunteers came from President Lincoln. He returned to take his place in the battle line. Dur ing his thtree years of service he took part in several important battles and was present at the capture of Fort Fisher. He was taken prisoner by the Confederate troops while scout ing and for three months was confin- ed in one of the Southern prisons.
 Later in life he devoted much of his spare time to writing and speaking
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
LAST HONORS PAID TOCHARLES F.. MOORE

He was most versatile with the pen and wrote several admirable short stories, including Prisoners of War Story" and "Our Heroes" reminis- frequent contributor to the columns of this newspaper, though during his latter years he had not been very active in that respect
 Shortly after the conclusion of the war he engaged in the paper business founded the Isaac Moore Paper Box Co.,, today known as the Bridgeport Paper Box Go. He terminated his connection with this company in 1882. and accepted position as a letter carrier, there being but three mail carriers in the city at that time. His territory comprised what is now all of East Bridgeport. He was a familiar figure in that section of the city and by his many kindly acts en- deared himself to those with whom he came in contact. especially the lit tie children.
 He passed through all of the chairs of Elias Howe post and was one of its Past Commanders. He was a fluent talker and on occasions when camp ed there was always a call for him and his stories He was an upright and honorable man and was identified with all forward movements calcu- IdlSu IO ILltpIoEe tle coIAu4tiOIAS OI SO- ciety. For several years past he has been in declining health and his death, which occurred on Sunday afternoon, was not entirely uneNpect- ed. In addition to his widow, he is survived by two sons, Walter G. and George L., and six grandchildren. all of whom reside in this city.
 The pallbearers, all members of the Sons of Veterans, were Russell Glenn, Walter c. Hall, Frank l.. Chapman, Judge Paul L. Miller. Frederick A. Roswell and Albert Byrnes.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
German Church
 Free Of Debt

After ten years the Evangelical German Reformed church on Con- gress street, near Main street, is again free from debt, this being the second time in the history of the congrega- ton that the mortgage will be burned with appropriate ceremony and cele- bration to take place tomorrow night at o'clock
 In the year 1909 the church was cleared of all encumbrances the first time, but it was obvious that the building needed a thorough renovation and that the parsonage should be en- larged All this was accomplished in 1911, and later a new pipe organ add ed. The entire amount expended was about 11,O00, which was gradu- ally paid until a balance of only $4OO remained, which was raised by the offerings last Easter
 The property is a valuable one, costing originally about 22,000, has added much to it's value and is gain ing in value with the time, being in the heart of the city, The church ed- flee is a two-story brick building with stone trimmings, Gothic style, and has 150 foot steeple with bell. The main auditorium seats 450 per sons comfortably The parsonage is a brick house of 10 rooms. facing Chapel street and connected with the church building in the rear. The Rev. Herman G. Wiener has held the pas torate since 1908. following the late Rev. C. Brunner, who had served the church for 40 years.
 In the program tomorrow evening the following are scheduled to assist: Church choir and Mozart quartet, Miss Lyda Meyer. organist, Mrs Chas. Hubert soprano; Mrs. George Kauf- mann. alto; Fred Fetsch, tenor; Aug ust Budde bass. Besides, there will be Cha rles Axu1an with his orchestra taking part, and the Davies orchestra for down stairs. Entertainment will follow in the basement of the church with the Ladies' Aid society as host
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
EMMET CLUB
 HOLDS MEETING

At a. mass meeting of the Emmet club last night a committee consist ing of T. J. Murphy, John H. McMur- ray, Timothy J, Sullivan and Patrick J. Mccarthy to wait on Congressman Merritt and Senators Brandagee and Mclean requesting them to support the resolution introduced by Congress- man Sabbath of Illinois protesting against the deportation of Mayor O'Callaghan' of Cork and also to favor the resolution of Senator Norris of Nebraska asking for the recognition of the Republic of Ireland
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
TODAY'S WANTS

CHAGNON 6 HOFMEISTER-Aut utomo- bile repairing of all kinds. Electrical work speciality. Satisfaction Suaran- teed. 36S Colorado Ave, cor. Fairfield Ave. Phone. U20ail" LET ME DO ONE WASHING FREE. Den Hart Washer sells S10. Harris s Fairfield Ave. Phone Bar. 25S5.
 U20p'p FOR SALE - 10000 Cement Blocks 18 inside doors, good condition; Thatcher hot air furnace, pipe. etc, complete Phone Bar. 3519 I2Ossp. SEVERAL LADIES WANTED, of neat appearance, who can talk intelligently. Permanent position at good wages to those who qualify. Apply between 11:30 1:30 between 5 and at 220 Meigs Bldg. or phone Bar. 7013. a"
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
Lower Freight Rates
 To Gut Coal Price
Continued from Page One)

Continued from Page One) with the passage and signing of the bill now pending.
 Rail executives are almost a unit for the coal Ia te reductions, it is said only the theory that it will stimulate buying of coal, during the ordinary slack months for winter needs, and thus give the roads a chance to util- ize the thousands of coal cars now lying idle on side tracks for lack of traffic
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
TAKE STEPS TO
 START WELFARE
 DEPARTMENTS

Washington, April 2O-Def1nite steps toward formation of a welfare de- partment in the postoffice establish ment will be taken by Postmaster Hayes tomorrow at the conference here with the presid dents and secre- t41ieS of the various postal employees unions The purpose of the meeting it was announced, will be to draw out views of the employees Representa- Nves of several big commercial en- terprises that have welfare depart ments will attend to advise from their experience
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
SENATORS BREAK
 CAMP ON FRIDAY

Hackensack, April 2o-The Hart ford Eastern Leaguers will pull up training camp stakes here Friday, leaving for Hartford, to be in readi- ness for a game with the New De- parture nine Saturday in Bristol.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
TDe Re00 EnoeX
DIED.

MILLER-In this city, Monday, April IS, 1921. William F. Miller.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his brother, David Miller, 5 Warrington Court, on Thursday morning, April Fist, at S:30. and from the Blessed Sacrament church where a solemn high mass of requiem will be offer ed for the repose of his soul at 9 o'clock.
 Burial in St Michaers cemetery.
 U19b* KEENAN, - A months mind mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick's church Thursday morning at 7:30 o'clock, for the repose of the soul .. of the late Joseph keenan. Friends and relatives are invited to attend.
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
CONDITION NOT SERIOUS.

A possible fracture of the skull was sustained by Frank Oke, 32, of ITS Nicholas street when he crashed in to a pole with his car at State and Mountain Grove street yesterday af- ternoon. He was taken to St. Vincents hospital by pr. J. F Walsh of the Emergency hospital and his condi- tion at the present time is not con serious.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
A RENT LAW OPINION.

ILL SORTS of questions undreamed of in the days when A it established, before the United States Supreme Court to be decided do with certain laws protection greedy landlords While the Court divided the decision against the landlords and in ton the tenants large rights record states which have Ing rent proteers without fear that they will be in the courts.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
Cke Read HnneX
More of that Curtain
 Scrin At 10 cts. a yard

The Annex was fortunate in securing an- other consignment of ecru curtain scr1m During our last sale many persons purchased enough scrim to furnish the home or summer cottage but others who arrived late were dis appointed to find that it was all sold. -. Now we have another shipment, not as large as the first, but if you come early there will be plenty for you. The same quality, 36 inches wide.
 On Sale Thursday Morning.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
PERSONALS

EMPLOYES OF THE Rockwell & Co.,, are holding an informal dance tonight in the store. Murray's or chestra will furnish music for the oc caS:On.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
BOSTON MoToRIsT HELD.

Patrick J. Biesty, a Boston motor ist was arrested yesterday for operat- inS an automobile without a license The case was noiIed on the payment of costs, in the City court today.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20

Senator Ransdeu offered an amendment to the Colombian treaty providing for the payment of s30,- 100000 to Colombia and the cession by that country of the St. Andrews islands in the Caribbean Sea.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
TOOK 1000 CIGARS.

Smashing a panel out of the rear door, burglars gained entrance to H. Lavery's saloon, TAB Water street, last night, and made off with 1000 cigars. The police have been notified and are Investigating.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20

American Railway Association an- nounced the number of idle freight cars amounted to 507.27 for week ending April This figure is 1000 cars more than previous week.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-04-20
YEAR FOR "CURUEY' BROWN.

Havana, April 2O-H- D. (Cur1ey) Brown, vice president of the Cuban American Jockey Club. today began to serve his term of one year, eight months and 21 days. imposed on him for killing a man last year at the race track.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
NEWPORT NEWS.

Newport. Nav 25.-.At the evening
service of Newport NJ +. Church, Sun
day, the High School and Grammar
School Corps of the Girls Reserves, the
Blue Birds and the Scouts, will turn out IN
a body IN their uniforms Rev. w. Vaughn
Moore. pastor of the church, will preach
4 special sermon to them.
The Woman's Club is making big
preparations for their Street Carnival
which will he held Thursday, Friday and
Saturday of this week, with supper served
each evening. There viii be special
features each evening.
Commencement exercises of the New
port Public School will be held in the
Masonic Temple, Thursday evening,
MAY 26
Children's Day Exercises viii be held
Ii the Newport NJ f. Church on Sunday
evening, June II.
Members of the choir of Newport NJ +.
Church, with additional talent, are ar
ranging an entertainment to be gwen
June 9, in the Masonic Temple, including
two playlets, entitled-"rhe Mishaps
of Minerva" and THE Go Between.
Miss Leila lyman is coaching the Young
folks who will take part in the plsy.
Harry Jones of Sudiersville, Md, spent
Monday here with his aunt. Mrs. q. "
Seeds.
Arthur Craig, who has been sufferiag
from running ! nail IN his foot about two
weeks ago. is much improved, and 80
turned 10 school today
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
NEWS OF. 4 DAY
FROM THE STATE
Strawberries Arriving in Large
Quantities Down State;
Prices unchanged.
RALLY OF THE COUNTY CLUBS

Special Correspondence OF Every Evening
Stanton, May 25--The New Castle
County. Club rally held at Stanton yester-
day afternoon, under the direction OF Miss
Agnes p. Mcdill, County Club Leader,
and local club leaders, was delightful
affair. About 100 little girls were present,
with about IS club leaders. The clubs
represented were as follows. Harmony,
Nos. FL and 81 Glasgow, Stanton, Chris
tiana. Newport, Senior and Newport
Junior, Salem, Sharplev, McClellandville
and Clover Leaf
The following program was furnished
welcome song, Stanton club, greetings,
Esther Hargan of Newport Club; each
club was called upon and furnished club
song. or gave history of their club;
demonstration by Christiana club OF max
ing OF bungalow aprons; model club meet
ing by Newport Jr,, Club; address 'bene-
6t of the Club Rally; Professor /. /.
Martin. State club leader; address, How
TO Judge Canning, Mrs. L. e. SNYDER;
address, "How TO, Judge Sewing, Miss
Catharine Wood
Following the program, kew. :.
Vaughn Moore, PASTOR OF Newport and
stanton Nj. L. Churches took charge ni
the games There was an exhibit of the
work done by the various clubs during
the year.
Z Achievement pins were presented to the
girls. and the club leaders were presented
with club leaders pin, by Miss Medili.
Professor Martin took pictures OF the
club rally.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25

Henry street and Third street between
Clinton and Adams streets are being
repaired
Major Williams Of Fort du Pont is
visiting his parents, Colonel and MRS.
Williams, atWashington, ID. G.
Gilbert Carrow Of Summit Bridge was
severely bitten, yesterday, by dog,
which was shot and killed Immediately
afterwards.
st. Georges baseball team will hold n
festival in Odd Fellows Hall, Friday and
Saturday evenings Of this week.
Henry Cvrlett is i'll at his home near
st. Georges
Fort du Pont baseball team will play
the Newark team at Fort du Pont Satur-
day afternoon Boy Scout baseball team
will play the Odessa Boy Scout team at
Odessa Monday afternoon.
Mrs. Mary McCullin Of Fort du Pont
left yesterday for Boston, where she will
remain month with her parents
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
LEwEs NOTES.

Lewes, May 25 Miss Buchanan OF Phila-
delphia is guest Of her sister, Mrs, John
Nj Vessels, in Lewes.
Mrs. Lena Tammany has gone to An
napolis, Md, to sec her son, William,
before he starts Oh the world cruise with,
the 1000 cadets. The cruise stdrts on
June 4 and the first stop viii be Norway.
Miss May Sharp entertained for Mrs.
Virginia l.. Mustard this afternoon from
to $50 clock
MIR. and Mrs. b f. Riggin, Miss Mary
Riggin, Mrs. Charlotte Hickman and
Philo Hutchinson motored over from
Rehoboth, Monday and were caught IN
the dry WIND storm which swept the town
for several hours. Mrs. Hickman and
Mrs. Riggs were entertained at Mrs.
Clinton Longs for tea and went to Re-
hohoth by train.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Taylor and Mrs,
Taylors mother, OF Tampa, Florida, are
guests of Mrs. Eugenia Marshall of her
home on King street.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
HURT IN AUTO CRASH.

Doser. MAY 25.-The collision of
heavy truck with five-passenger asltomo-
bile on the State Road two miles north of
Dover, Monday evening, came near
costing the lives of all those in the machine
William Holston and family were re-
turning from Cheswold in their car. when
nearing the State College farm, a heavy
truck, apparently without any warning
whatever, struck their car, turned it over
throwing the occupants out. i grandson
Of Holston was cut about the face and
neck and his back was strained Mrs
Aaron, relative, was struck by piece
Of iron, which lacerated one side Of her
face and shoulder, the physician stating
had the piece Of iron struck little lower
on the shoulder, it might have caused
instant death
The driver Of the truck which struck
the machine neither halted or offered TO
give any assistance. The State authorities
are investigating the affair.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
FATHERDROPS DEAD,
SON HAS A LIKE FATE
Rev. E. y. Van Dyke Stricken on
Steamer While Bringing Par
ent's Body Home.

centrevllle. Md, May 25- While nc
companying the body Of his father. who
dropped dead at Westminster Saturday
to the grave, Rev r., II. Vandyke, 81
years old. yesterday afternoon. dropped
dead while seated on the deck of tiie
steamer Westmoreland Mr.. vandyhe
was pastor Of the Methodist Protestant
Church ut Westminster
TIis father. Ephraim r. vandyke
dropped dead on the street at West
minister Saturday afternoon, and the
body was being brought here for In
terment
when the Westmoreland reached
cenfrevlle the body OF the father waa
removed 70 the cemetery, where funeral
services and interment we're held. while
the body Of the son was kept aboard for
4 coroner's inquest.
Mr.. yandyke was a Methodist Protes-
tant missionary 10 Japan for % years-
Beside his wife he ~ survived by two
sisters, Mrs Thomas X Woodford 0f
Kentucky and Mrs. r. A Lanst Of
Baltimore aud one brother, Fl. r. Van
dyke of Philadelphia
Ephraim r. Vandyke the father, war
born and reared on a farm near ElacK-
bird. New Castle county. Del. being q
descendant Of. Nicholas Vandyke. of
New Castle. one Of the first settlers and
officeholders in Delaware. The ldte
William yandyke Of Odessa was a
brother. Mrs Vandyke. wife of Eph-
RAIN r. vandyIke and mother Of Rev
r.. II. Nandylxe. was Miss MoiIie Shawn
also Of Blackbird She died about three
years ago IN Baltimore.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
PARTY FOR DOVER BOY.

Dover. Nav 25.-George Morgan. son
OF Mr.. and Mrs. George Morgan. enter
taiaed Saturday eveaing, the occasion be-
isg his ninth birthday anniversary. Those
preseat iacluded Alice Danner Mary
Rchen. Kathryn Marshall Ruth Ham
moad. Dorothy Outte.l, Marie Slaughter,
Gertrude Goldy, Aaaa Lee Morris,
Dorothy Ennis. julia Goldy, Alice Nor
gan. Billy Burton, Clifford Ennis.
Kirk Baaard. Stein Goldy, Joseph Cave
leer. Dick Doian, Raymond Goldy.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
CECIL COUNTY NOTES.

special OprAspond4noe Of Evssy Byenlne
Elkt6n, Nd. May 7t.-Tnc funeral ~
Mrs. Sophia A. Dunbar. Who died 6un-
day In her s7th Year. was bcid this
afternoon from her late home on North
street.
Commencement exercises Of the
Training School for Nurses Of Union
Hospital. Elkton, Will be held in Me-
chafic's Opera House, tomorrow morn
Ing. Dr. j. r Wilson. con1mandant AT
poriy Point. vii. deliver the address.
Loroy Jones. son OF Mr. and Mrs.
Curtis Jones. IN AT Union Hospital,
Eikton. in . serious condition from in
Jfiries received when his roadster car
turned turtle on the Bacon Hi.
Eikton Fire Department ma set July
20 10 30 as tho dates for ho.dirg tnesS
carnival this year.
Rudolph Taggart and Edwnrd r.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
Take stearns Agency.

MANAGEMENT and control OF the
stcarns Motor Sales Go. at soo-1i French
street, has been taken over by two
young men. William +. Pyle and David
Niggers. They will continue To pro-
vide all kinds of garage service for
motorists and they will retain tho
agency for tho stearns car under tho
Old name of the local concern. Mr.. Pyle
VIII have charge OF sales and Mr.. Wig
gers OF repairs. Mr.. Wiggers wrsa for
naeriy employed by number Of Balfi-
more concerns. including the Mondeil
Auto Co. During the war he was in
the aviation department. in charge OF
airplanes.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25
GUESTS FROM FAR WEST.

Newport, MAY Mr.. and Mrs. y. "
Chandler had as guests on Sunday, the
Misses Edith and Sue Garland and Mr.
Field Garla. q Of ST. Paul, Mlan., Mrs
Iva Eastman and Miss Mary Mcfarland
Couer d Alene, Idaho. These folks who
ere relatives Of Mrs Sarah Finn oil here,
left their homes il the west on February 2
and before their return, which will be some
time ia July, expect to visit every state
il the Uaiop They made their trip as fsr
ss southera points by tram, but have
motored from Florida here, aid viii re-
turn by machine
Other guests on Sunday we're. Mr.. aad
Mrs P,isev Pennock of near Mllltown,
MIR. and Mrs. John Richards, of Newark.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lyman McAllisfer OF near
Stanton, j. r. lyman, No |, Mr. and Mrs,
Harvey Gregg of Newport. and Mss Lllliai'
Chandler Of NiimingJon.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-05-25

Tobin. Jr., and John Proud have been
seiected AZ n committee to make ar
rnngcments for the Sunday school pic
mic for tho Methodist Episcopal Church.
This afternoon the New Castle A. G.
baseball team will play the West End
team at Battery Park.
William Taylor, Of the Bnldton. IL
suffering from a sore foot. caused by
a rusty nail running through his ahoe.
Attention was given by Or. r.. M Allen.
Walter Wipf is having constructed
on his lot, In the rear OF his home on
Second street. n frame garage.
The regular monthly MEETING of the
members Of the Rose Hill Grange Will
be held Wednesday evening at the Rose
I'M School House.
Albert Wilhelme and John james
have returned from visit to phiIndel-
phin, where they attended the session
OF the Adelphia Temple Dramatic Order
OF khnrassan on Saturday
Esther Berry. student Of the High
School, yesterday, was taken III while
the school was in session. Treatment
WAS given by DIR. Brice s. yallette
Elizabeth. the sis-ycar-o daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Al. Ioveless
yesterday was taken 10 the Deiaware
Charles Bird. of fIares Corner. Tx
confined to his home with acute indi-
gestion.
Eikay's Ant and Roach Powder. A
sure destroyer. Large box. g5 cents
- challenger 4 Son, Prescription
PharmaciTts.--adv.
Housecleaning helps. Chamois. &c
to S.25i sponges, 25c; strong Ammonia,
lHc. per hottle.-E. lballppgef A. eor
prescription Pharmacists.-Adv.
full line Of DIR. Hess's Chicken rprne-
dies and Panacca. r.. Challenger 4
Son, Prescription Pharmacints-Adv.
For salc---Geraninms scurlet sage.
terms cannas. bcgonias and all kinds Of
pYttnd plants. Glayton's store, ss East
fourfh street---Adv
Gillette bargains. Gillette Razor Sets.
sl.za and 50. Suit casca. sf25 up.
Stoops. ADV.
Auto repairing We srpecialize on
rords, Wilbert Meredith. w. St.--Adv.
Apartments for rent in the Louise. ap-
plysio John Ries. on the promises Adv.