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BOY OF FOURTEEN PERHAPS EMPLOYED TO KILL THREE Elgin, 111., April 21. Herman Cop- pea. 14 years of age, paroled from the St. Charlea Reformatory, who confess ed, yesterday, to the murder of Mrs. Maude Sleep and her two children. was held to the grand jury to-day. by the coroner's jury. DE LA BARB A WANTS CONSUL TO EXPLAIN Mexico City,"- A$ril 21. BVanclateo De La Barra, Mexican foreign minis ter. Is said to have asked for an ex planation, through the Mexican em bassy at Washington, of the conduct of Consul William W. Canada at "Vera Cruz, who Is alleged to have prevent ed the arrest and removal from a Ward Line steamer, of Dr. Kraocesco yasqiea Gomez. PERSONS Mtv and Mrs. L. K. Hayes of 196 Grgrory street are receiving congratulations- -over the- arrival of a son. Mother and babe are prog-essing fine ly. .. AZiUSIXHrUM. jUVmVURSAKT , FOB MR. ACTD MRS. MILLER. X very riewtty oetebvatlon of the tenfn, or Almrr1nnm anniversary of their -wedding was eelebrated at the borne of Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Miller, 655 Hairal avenue last Saturday night, vim over half a hundred of their friends -assembled to wteh them united continuance of the happy ' conjugal relations) already existing for a de cade, i,' r .'-..;; Kmtfbl a- pjrea proruaion, of appro nteito gifts, the pair listened to & very pgebty eulogy of . their virtues toy Wil liam Flyrm. on behalf of "those pres eo and later the guests repaired to a bonstwiu rapper which had 'been pro vHed for the occasion. Music under the direction of Clifford Walters aaelsted by Miss Catherine Xjennon greatly enlivened the event and diuncing was later Indulged in. The best wishes of many friends and wnpitmam in the city are extended to Mir. and Mrs. Miller Cor a happy and proeperorw future. -OBITUARY , . Willie X, Infant ion -of ' William B. and Susie Fenton, .died this morning at the home of the parents, No. 975 Brewster street; aged 2 years, . 4 months old. Annie B. Lehmann, wife of Daniel Madden, died last night at the Bridge port hospital of convulsions, following the birth of a child which did not live. Mrs. Madden lived with her husband, : brother, and father at No. 804 East Main street. She was the daughter of Edward Lehmann and was well known and highly respected in East Bridgeport. She was a member of St.. Mary's R. C. church and the mem ber of this church along with her many, other friends will be grieved to. hear of her untimely death.- She b-nma the bride bf Mr: Madden less than 10 months ago. '.; , ;'t ,, Thursday evening will be ladles' night at the parloreof the First Fres byterlan church, , the Brotherhood having planned ( an entertainment for tne ladies tor mat evening. -IMPORT-SHIPMENT , 1 KHOPOPEypnonrs r' -- - BLUE SFKTJCID ENGLISH BOXWOOD , . HARDY ROSES, Etc '.., for JAMES HORAN & SON Florists . , , . died, ' FEXT05 In thl city, April 21, 1913, William; J.i f son of WTlllarn B. and . usie Jfentcm, - i age a z ,. years, - months, a days. ' Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of the pa rents, No. 9T5 Brewster street, on Tuesday; April 22, at 2:80 p. m. Interment at St. Michael s . ceme tery, a BEHRE5B, In this ctty, April 20, 1913. Henry A. Son of the late F W. said Helen Behrens, aged 27 years, 2 months, 18 days. Funeral private from his late resl d erica. No. 94 Maple street, on Tues day, April 22, at 2:80 p. m. Interment at. Park cemetery. " ,'. ": a MADBEJT In this city, Sunday, April 20th, Annie 1. Lehmann, wife of Daniel Madden Of 204 East Main Street, Notice- of funeral hereafter. PANSY PLANTS ; 25 CENTS A BASKET John Reck & Son Store: 985 MAIS STREET Greenhouses: Oak and Grand Streets 4a SPRING FLOWERS HAWKINS 8TTRATFIELD BUILDING fgT Monuments ARTISTIC LASTING Plant operated by pneumatic cutting and oollshlne tools HUGHES & CHAPMAN ' SOO STRATFORD AVENtHD Thone Conectloi Kl tt KNOCKERS Made of black walnut, rosewood, coeobolo, snake wood, gavels for lodges ' or societies In great variety at JACKSONS' BOOK SHOP, 986-988 Main St. Presentation gavels running from SIO to $150 supplied promptly. Ballot boxes and balls at low price. CLAIMS FOR MANY MILLIONS AGAINST TITANIC OWNERS New York, April 21 Six hundred and nlty-one claims for damages aRresra.t ing $1,604,731 have been filed in the fedenal district court against the Oce anic Steam Navigation Company for loss of lire, injuries and loss of prop erty in the Titanic disaster a year ago, according to a report made public to day of United States Commisioner Gil Christ. MEDIATION ACOEJPTE3D. Athens, Graeee, April 21 The repl of the Balkan allies was presented to xne ttuuropean powers today. It is a general acceptance of the offer of mediation between Turkey and the allies, with the reservation, however. that the questions of the disposal of the Islands in the Aegean Sea and of the delimitation of the frontiers of the province of Thrace and of the future state of Albania shall toe left open for debafae between the allies and the pow ers during the negotiations. OBITUARY A large number ' of ' sorrowing friends and relatives gathered at Sa cred Heart church this morning to pay the last taken of respect to the memory of Bernard Lynch. The funer al cortege moved from the late home 529 Myrtle avenue, at 8:30 and thence to the - church at 9 o'clock, where a solemn high mass of requiem was offered for the repose of his soul. Rev. Father Judge as celebrant, as sisted by Father Picker and Father Mooney. At the offertory "Fie Jesu" was sung by Miss Margaret Cum- mlngs, Mrs. Casserly and Thomas DriscoU, after mass "I Will Give You Rest," by Mrs. Casserly and as the casket was being borne from the church, Mr. DriscoU rendered most feelingly "Beautiful Land On High." Beautiful floral tokens of many de- sings surrounded the casket, showing in a mute way the esteem in which the deceased was held. Father Judge pronounced the eulogy and paid a lofty tribute to the deceased. The pall bearers were Lawrence Farrell, John Anderson, Graton Finn, Joseph Cummin gs, Patrick and Andrew Con- roy. Delegations were present from the Ida Lodge, N. E. O. F., Alpha Circle, B. of A., and the Holy Name society of Sacred Heart church. Fath er Mooney accompanied ; the remains to St. Michael's cemetery and read the commita.1 services at the grave. With the Impressive requiem ser vices of the Catholic church all that was mortal of the late Daniel J. Stokes, who went to his reward on Thursday last, was today consigned to Mother Earth in the family plot at St. Michael's cemetery. The fu neral cortege moved from the late home, 2990 Main street, at 10 o'clock, to St. Patrick's church,, where a soli- emn high mass was chanted for the happy repose of his soul at 10:30 Rev. J. B. Nlhill was celebrant, assist ed by Rev. Father Picker and Father Curren. The church choir composed of Miss Sadie Dillon, Mrs. Casserly and William Clampett at the offertory 'sang "Ave Maria" and after mass Miss Christine McCarthy of Waterbury, sang. "Thy Will Be Done." As the body was being taken from the church the choir sang, "Nearer My God to Thee." Father Nlhill deliv ered a touching eulogy and spoke of Mr.. Stokes as a loyal citizen, a good neighbor, and an excellent and ideal father, a great loss to the church, the community, and his family, the Chris tian who does not fear death and the promised reward to him who labors lnthe vineyard of his religion. Beau tlful floral tokens of many designs surrounded the casket particularly no tlceable being a beautiful stand ing broken wreath of KI1- larney roses and Easter Ut iles, standing seven feet high with the words "Our Chief," the gift of the United Illuminating company. Also a broken wheel from the National As sociation of Stationary Engineers. The , pall bearers were John Drew, John McGirr, John Flanagan, Walter Dorr,'; Patrick McCarthy and Henry Booth of ' New Haven. Friends from Waterbury. Ansonia. New tiaven ana New Tork were present, also, delega tions from the Foresters and Nation al Association of State Engineers Father Nlhill and Father Curren ac companied the body to the grave. Judge and Mrs. Carl Foster who have been absent from the city for a month past during which they visited the Panama canal, returning through the principal cities between New Or leans and New York, are at home. Judge Foster to-day spoke enthusias tically upon tne magnitude or tne work accomplished. j TO RENT. Four rooms,' 120 Milne St, near Washington Ave., Inquire at 122 Milne or 88 Jones Ave. tf TO RENT. Newly furnished, very desirable rooms. 571 Fairfield Ave. U21sp WASTED first class plating room help. Wiedlich Bros. Mfg. Co., Con necticut Ave. and Florence St. ' U21sp WANTED -Experience stitchers on single needle machines. Apply Thomas P. Taylor Co., Harrel Ave. and James St. so I will not be responsible from this date for bills contracted by my wife, Grace S. James. C. R. JAMES. U21sp FOR SALE. Shoemaker, shop, 4 04 Park and Stillman Streets. At rea sonable price. U21s"p FOR SALE Stratford, 4 room house, about one acre land, is rented at $6 a month, $500; pays 14 per .cent, good investment. W. W. Beers, Paradise Green. U21sp CARD OF THANKS. The undersigned desires to express his sincere thanks to his many friends who so kindly assisted him during the recent sickness of my wife and also to the many friends who sent floral tributes to the funeral. MARCUS DRISCOLL, 136 Washington Terrace. INEZ MILHQLLAND fefe1- CENTRA L PARK, wm YOfcK- " ' , ... :r. -r. '.' 9 f? ' VA; This is Miss Inez Milholiand, one of the most ardent and well known suffragettes of the country, in action. She led about 200 "votes for women" workers in an advance arbor day celebration in New York, when they planted several trees in Central Park and dedicated them to the suffrage cause. Miss Milholiand is a New York lawyer and rich. She is devoting all her time and talents to advancing the woman's suffrage pro- jagauua,, MuiiiagMUB All UlUBl Jllxc Will JJ.U1U iSlllXlidi U.CUJ.Uct blUll OI Ul CB8 in AXuQV day celebrations. MISSION CLOSES WITH A SOLEMN REQUIEM MASS What was undoubtedly one of the most successful missions ever held in this city closed at St. Mary's R. C. cnurcn, last night, when the Redemp torlst Mission fathers who have been doing such splendid work in the church during the two weeks just passed, concluded their duties here and made preparations to move to other fields. Approximately 1,200 men and 1,300 women made the mission amd were benefited greatly from so doing. The service at the church last even ing was especially well attended, it be ing the closing service of the mission. There was a most impressive sermon by Father Hanley in which he urged the men to hold steadfast to their faith, the papal blessing was bestowed and there was benediction of the Bless ed Sacrament and renewal of the bap tisimal vows. Many men embraced the opportunity of Joining the Holy Name society last evening. Although the mission itself closed last evening a solemn high maps of re quiem was sung this morning for the repose of the souls of deceased' mem bers of St. Mary's , parish. Father White spoke at the service this morn ing on "Purgatory", and urged every man In the parish to make a practice of receiving the Blessed Sacrament at least once in every three months. Fa ther Hanley celebrated the mass this morning with Father Murphy as dea con, Ifatner inuieany as suo-aeacon, and Father Seiferman as master of ceremonies. - ILL AND DESPONDENT YOUNG MAN SUICIDES; BODY FOUND IN PARK While suffering from a temporary fit -of depressive Insanity resulting from long illness, Henry A. Behrens, 26 years old, left his home on Maple street Saturday evening and seeking a secluded spot in Seaside, park swal lowed a quantity of carbolic acid, from which he died. The body was discovered shortly af-. ter 5 o'clock on Sunday morning when two fishermen entered the park in quest of bait. Identification waa made from effects upon the body after removal to the local morgue. The young man is survived by two brothers F. W. Behrens, of this city. and Chris Behrens of Los Angeles, Cal., as well. as three sisters, Mrs. August W. Budde, 115 Colorado avenue, Miss Kate Behrens and Mrs. Leo C. Schmidt, with whom he lived. The death of his mother two years ago followed by that of his father a year later,, weighed greatly on the mind of the young man who has also suffered greatly from physical disabil ity while working at his trade of butcher and in the Bridgeport Brass factory. BOY OF TWELVE YEARS SHOOTS LITTLE GIRL Danbury, April 21 Thomas Collins, 12 years old, appeared before Judge John R. Booth in the city court to day to answer to the charge of shoot ing 10-year-old Margaret Sullivan, yes terday afternoon. The boy said he pulled the revolver from his pocket by accident. The bullet entered the girl's arm. The boy was placed on proba tion.- THE FARMER: APRIL 21, LEADS SUFFRAGISTS N FIRST ARBOR FAMILY REUNION AT FLINT HOME. Young Mr. Everets and Bride' Come Many Miles to Greet Kin. In honor of the wedding and honey moon to this city of Harold Wood Everts and his bride, who was Miss Joy McCauley of - Sasketchwan, Can ada, there was a delightful family re union and dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. HL Flint of 96 Wade street, yesterday. Mr. Everts was formerly clerk at the First-Bridgeport National Bank, and recently went to the Canad ian country to engage in the banking business. - He has prospered and af ter his marriage to Miss McCauley de termined to return here for a, visit. Among those who sat down to "the dinner were Mr. and Mrs. William Jr. Everts of Salisbury, the parents, of the groom, and the following, all near of kin: Mr. and Mrs. Chas. L. Warner and daughter Elizabeth, of Salisbury, Conn. ; Mr. and Mrs. i S. H. Flint and three sons. Robert, William and Georsre. of this, city; Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Elverts, and son. Franklin, of Southport,; Ctonn.; Mr. and , Mora. Charles Clark Alexander, of New Ro chelle. N. X.. and Miss Sarah Knox Eiverts, of WellesleS," Mass. , CITY COURT CASES Assault cases . were plentiful before Judge Carl Foster . in the, city court to-day. Fines were imposed in the majority of instances, Joseph Moles ki and Joseph Poleski receiving $50 each. Louis Pecsy took $15 and costs. John Kralik, in addition to paying a fine of $5 will have thirty days to serve while Joseph Sandy will have to pay $25 and costs. The case of a serious assault com mitted by Marion Milano upon Teresa Crudele was continued under bonds of $2,500 for hearing on April 24. Lewis Dowd, charged with violating a city ordinance, was remanded for trial Thursday morning. The theft cases of Ernest G. Peter son and Swan H. Erickson, accused of stealing metal cases from the Haw thorne Mfg. Co., will be heard on April 24, - when additional -evidence is expected to have been secured by detectives working upon the. . case. Sixty days was the sentence impos ed upon-James McGowan. convicted ol having committed a breach of the peace. LITTLE TOT HlfRT BY AUTO TRUCK. A two and one-half year old glrt: Fannie Campbell, the daughter of Mre. John Campbell, 105 Cottage street, was struck by an automobile near the corner ' of State street and Howard avenue this afternoon. A delivery truck was being started from before the doorway of 896 Howard avenue and the child is said to have stepped directly in its path. Before the chauffeur, William McNulty could ap ply his brakes or H. W. Paul in the car at the time could grasp the child, the fender is said to have struck and knocked her to the pavement. Mrs. J. E. Chester, 898 Howard avenue who witnessed the accident carried the in ert f orta into her house and summon ing both the ambulance and Dr. J. F. Quinn did what she could towards re viving it. Dr. Quinn took charge of the case stating that the injuries were not severs and the child was later tak en home. ADVERTISE IN THE FARMER. 1913 DAY CELEBRATION Prouty Wouldn't Let Mellen Testify Lest He Obtain Immunity. . (Continued from Page One.) He had found nothing, he said, that would Justify the high price paid. The New Tork, WeBtchester & Bos ton road, which extends from 129th street. New Tork , city, to White Plains, N. i ., cost the New Haven road $33,000,000 in principal and in terest, or about $1,500,000 ai mile. Connecticut trolley lines operated by the Connecticut company, a New Haven subsidiary, were purchased at the following rates per share, accord ing to the witness: Fair Haven and Westville, par $25, sold to the New Haven for $45; Hart ford railroad, par $100, sold for $285, Montville street railway, par $100; sold for $200; New London street railway, par $100, sold for an aver age price of $115.3; Norwich street railway, par $100, sold for aln aver age of $121; Suffield street railway, par $100, sold for $150i East Hartford & Glastonury horse railroad, par $100, sold for $285. The merger of the New Haven and the ' Boston & Maine systems was pext taken up. In 1907, Mr. Brown said, the New England Navigation Co., a New Haven subsidiary, operat ing steamship ., lines, agreed to buy from the American Express company 55,000 shares of Boston & Maine stock, paying one share of New Haven stock for each share of Boston & Maine. In the same year the Navigation com pany agreed: to purchase from Lee, Higginson & Co., of this city, all the Boston & Maine stock it could acquire, paying share for share in New Ha ven stock. The result of these agree ments was that 109,948 shares of Bos ton & Maine were acquired by the navigation company which sold them In June, 1908, to J. L. Billard for $13,- 743,500. Later, Mr. Brown said, the New England Navigation company bought back the Boston & . Maine stock from Billard for 150 a share. The books of the company, Mr. Brown said, do not show that any of this profit went back to the New Haven company. , Mr. Brown testified that on March 4, 1904, President Mellen bought of the New Haven company 8,856 shares of New Haven stock at $190 a share. Two weeks later. . 10,148 shares were sold to Mr. Mellen, his demand notes being given in each instance. This stock was later , sold - to persons whose names do not appear in the records. The proceeds were remitted to the credit of Mr. Mellen's special ac count. Mr. Mellen received dividends on the stock In his name to the com pany. The balance in ' Mr. Mellen's favor, the witness, was loz,uuo. Reference was made by Commis sioner Prouty to various Issues of New Haven stock in 1906 and Mr. Brown- testified that Mr. Mellen, as president of the New Haven company sold to himself, as president of the New England Navigation Co., 15,000 shares of New Haven stock at 196, which he had bought from the Ne Haven railroad at 195 and another 11,000 shares disposed of in the same way brought a profit of $1 a share. Vice-President E. G. uucmana, or the New Haven road, who appeared as counsel for the railroad, brought out from Mr. Brown that, in the nrst instance Mr. Mellen's action was au thorized by the New Haven directors. 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