Punxsutawney Spirit, 1909-09-08

              BAPTIST LAMES' MKKTINCJ. jtyifit. PUNXSUTAWNEY, PA., WEDNESDAY EVENING; SEPTEMBER 8, 1909. LOCAL COUPLE MO VOL. Ill—NO. 302 HO PRODUCE EVIDENCE PRICE TWO GENTS VEST EHDOOT FALLS FROM BBI06EIUILII6 TO CREEK 0E0 BELOW PEARY CLAi OFNORTtrt NOT OUT MSDISCOVERY OLE, SAYS COOK SIGHT OF LAND local mm WORTHLESS CHECKS OR BUSINESS HOUSES Walking Narrow Guard Rail Boy Loses Balance and Topples Off. CLAIMS ESQUIMO WHO ACCOMPANIED COOK SAID HE WENT NO DISTANCE NORTHGREATEST SCIENTIFIC CONTROVERSY OF MODERN TIMES IS ON -- COOK'S LECTURE CONVINCING. David F. Miller Had Planned to Go to Ohio With Girl- Caught at Indiana. CHECKS 10 VALUE OF S109.2S A communication from a member of the Central Fire Company, recently disbanded, reads as follows: "Regarding Mr. Falrman's speech at Council Monday evening, concerning the selling of passes to recent conventions, we believe that he should have named the offenders and produceu Hie evidence, an flhad it been found to have been true, the tire company would have been the tlrst to deal with those guilty. The Fire Company stands ready at any time to prove the charges made are not correct." HARRIMAN'S CONDITION BELIEVED TO BE CRITICAL Mill SIR II MIINT SPOT By United Press, NEW YORK, Sept. 8.—The United Press today received the following cablegram from Peary. dated at Indian Harbor, Sept. S: Mr. Senzie |s a musician of ability, and since his arrival here has been the leader of the Citizens' Band, likewise playing: the cornet in a local orchestra.The bride, a young lady of unusual comeliness has, during her short residence here, made many friends. Mr. Senzie is a trusted employe of the Eld red Glass Company, and has a host of friends who wish the young couple happiness. Following the ceremony the young people left for a short wedding tour. On their return they will go to housekeeping.(Unand Senzie. Miss Nellie Dnllols tl»e Bride of Fer- Miss Nellie DuBols and Ferdinand Senzie, both of this pjace, were recently married at tV\e home of the bride's parents, on East Mahoning Street, by 'Squire N. D. Corey. DOM MIR RACES Cook's story should not be taken too seriously. The two Eskimos who accompanied him say they went no dlstanec North, and weic not out of sight of land. The other men of the tribe corroborate this statement. PEA it Y. It is evident that Peary has seen I the Eskimos who acompanled Cook, in view of the message received by the United Press. And the fact that he saw other members of the tribe indicates that he knew of Cook's claims before he left the Polar regions, and set out In advance to disprove them. the Ignorant Eskimos would be of lit- 11« help In making observations. Moth sides are making charges and countercharges. The city |.s already filling tip with visitors in anticipation of tin- explorer's arrival. It is presumed that the Koosevelt put In at Red Bay, which is the nearest telegraph office. It Is probable that the trip from Red Bay to this place will be made without a stop, and the Roosevelt should arrive not later than Saturday with favorable wetther. SIDNEY, Cape Breton, Sept. 8.— The time of the arrival of the ship Roozeevlt, bearing the Peary expedition, is a matter of speculation. A message from Indian Harbor says the ship had not sailed from there until this morning. Light* blazed in the llarrlman house all night, but information regarding hi* real condition is scant. It is !»«»- lleved that his condition is serious. Later in the day a note from his attending physlcan stated thai llarriman is better. By United Press. TURNERS. N. Y . Sept. 8.—"Harriman's condition is about the same." This is the unsatisfactory reply to requests for information concerning his condition today. COPENHAGR.\, Sept. S. — When Cook was shown Peary's statement attacking his veracity today, after a moment's reflection lie said: The explorer was clearly angered by the assault, and refused to say more. "I won't degrade myself in answering Peary's charges until an accusation is made upon scientific data." GREAT VICTORY FOR THE MIES ROCKS STRIKERS COPENHAGEN*, Sep. 8. — Danish royalty yesterday heard Or. Cook's l« cture before the Danish Geographical Society. His address was a recapitulation of the story already told. Large maps behind him showed the outward and homeward routes to the pole. He spoke in clear, concise tones and was eagerly followed. The British and American ministers were kept at the right and left (Continued on page 2.) This starts the greatest scientific controversy of modern times. The skepticism and doubt on the part of the scientific world which has been manifested since Cook (list made his claim, today burst into an open demand that he come forward with the proofs or be branded as an Imposter. The adherants of Cook make the same demands of Peary. The details of Peary's reasons for refusing to accept Cook's statements as true cminot be secured at this time, but Pearys' followers point to the fact that Cook was not accompanied by white companions, and that SUCCESSFUL C00IHUUT FIREMEN MAKE EMI 8.—Mrs. following PORTLAND, Me., Sept. Peary today received the message from her husband: "Delayed by gale. Don't  itbout Cook. Esqulmos say he never left sight of land. Tribe confirms this. Meet me at 'Sidney." SAVING COUNir MONEY When the youngster's companions rushed from the bridge to where the boy lay, they found him unconscious, but in a short time he had recovered, and today is suffering only from the severe jolt he received. At the present time the creek is low, and the boy did not algiht in th* water, in which case he would have likely been seriously injured, as the greater part of the channel i.s covered with rocks. One spot about four feet in diameter has been made murky and soft by the water, and In this the boy landed. Had he fallen two feet on either side, a broken neck, or some other serious, if not fatal injury would have been the result. Janus Bell, the nine-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs James Bell, of West End, yesterday had a miraculous escape from serious injury, if not death. The boy, noted among his playmates as a youngster of great daring, yes* terday afternoon endeavored to walk the railing on the West End bridge, whlcn spans the Mahoning Creek near the Pennsylvania railroad station. When the boy had proceeded about forty feet, he lost his balance, and toppled over the outside of the railing, falling m arly thirty feet to the creek bed below. Claim Tliey Did Not Toss Penny to Dcchlo Division of .Monry, Nor Did Tliey Promise Not to PartiH|Mite. FIREMEN HAVE MORAL BUT NO LEGAL CLAIM TO INSURANCE MONIES A special train leaves DuBois for Punx'y at 8 p. m. Thursday. Thursday will be the big day of the The best races are scheduled for that day, and it will undoubtedly see the biggest crowds in the history of DuBois fairs. The Strobel air ship made two very successful flights yesterday, one during the forenoon and one at night, followed by a searchlight.Today will be one of the feature racing days of the fair. The 2:35 trot or pace, purse $250, has 10 entries. The 2:22 trot, purse $300, the 2:24 pace, purse $300, and the running race, purse '$50, are all scheduled for this afternoon. life M. In 2:29—Emily Marlon Wins 2:SO Trot In 2:25 1-1. Gentlemen's Road Race Won |>y Min- Yesterday was the opening day of the races at the big Duliois fair and a record crowd attended. The event of the day was the 2:30 trot for a purse of $200, and was won by Emily Marion. G. M. White, Lansdale, Pa., in 2:25 1-4. A. M. Nail's Minnie M. took the gentlemen's road race in 2:21) 1-4, purse $50. Arthur Khcrlutrt ami Dowry Smoiisc Hot urn Willi Tour ivits in Tlu'lr Kelts. Arthur Eberhart, of this place, and Dewey Smouse, who resides on the Hig Hun road, have returned from a coon hunt, bringing with them four 800 KNIGHTS ENJ9Y OUTING AT ALAHOE ! Such Is Contention of Insurance Commissioner and Local- Attorneys. While formal action declaring the trouble at an end will not bo taken until a vote is cast b>t the nu-n sometime today, i'. A Wise, chairman of the .strike committer, stated that the employes of the big; plant will unanimously decide to return to work Thursday. Practically all the demands made by the men, he said, have been granted by the company. PITTS l.UTRO, Sept. 8.—Peace and quiet will again reign in McKees Bocks. The costly strike, which has been in progress llfty-three days at the Pressed Steel Car Company is over. The workmen, numbering over 5.000. have won a complete victory. Beginning Thursday morning they will return to work a thousand a day. McKees Bocks borough is glad today, as all greater Pittsburg, that the trouble Ih at an end. Riots and bloodshed caused almost a complete tie-up of business in the vicinity of the mill and the incessant rigid patrol of the Pennsylvania State constabulary was responsible for a situation at all times tense. JOHN D. GIVES ADVICE Yesterday morning a sister of Miller went to the Chief's home and tojd him that Miller and the Bee girl had departed, and that she desired him to apprehend them If possible. She accordingly made Information against her brother for desertion and non-support. A warrant was secured, and Palmer, who had in the meantime ascertained that Miller had left either on the early, morning Pittsburg or Indiana train, telephoned to both places, instructing the police there to be on the lookout for the couple, and for another girl who had also'tibecn employed at the Rinn home, who was likewise missing. At Indiana Chief Kellar Harris got on the wire, and after he had received a description of the trio and their names, ho informed Chief Palmer that he would have the man, at least, in custody Mi five minuies time. Palmer wanted to know why he was so sure of his quarry, and Harris explained that while at the railronil station shortly after tile irrlval of the Indiana train that morning ho was accosted by a young man who wanted to know if he had seen two girls get off the train a short time before, and (Continued on page two.) BASE6AU HIO FOOTBALL AT MP 0 BARRACKS Obtaining money under false pretense, desertion, and non-support were the charges which David F. Miller, belter known as Fred Miller who, for the past six months, has driven the North & North grocery delivery wagon, was confronted at seven o'clock last evening at 'Squire Corey's office, where a crowd of nearly 200 people gathered to get a peep at the man who had made himself liable for so many crimes in one day. Some time ago Chief of Police C. E. Palmer was informed that Miller, who is a married man, and Alice Bee, who until Monda" was employed as a domestic in the home of S. A. Rinn, had planned to elope. Since that time the Chief had been on the lookout at the various trains, determined to stop them if possible. The Fire Company sent out 2.1 invitations, but of course could not coinpol tho companion to come, although ►hey sent a very pressing invitation. "DuBois was the only company Continued on page three) "The Punx'y Day Committee had charge of the races, and the committee pussed a resolution placing the races in charge of the Fire Company, Instructing them to take complete charge of the same. In regard to the charges made at the Council meeting Monday night by A. J. Truitt concerning the firemen's races, the Secretary of the Punx'y Day Committee, which committee had charge of the races, has submitted the following for the consideration of the public: coons. The hunters started out shortly before midnight Sunday, and it was well • >n toward morning when the dog Indicated to them that there was something doing in a big tree stub. Arthur straightway shinned up an adjoining stub and upon peering into the opening at the top of the tree to which the dog had attracted their attention, was delighted to find four of the animals which they sought. A !>ig mother coon and three youngsters about two-thirds grown, but extremely active, notwithstanding. From his position on the top of the stub "Ebby" could reach Into the (Continued on page 'three.! US Will BE GIRLS THIEF HI REDHAMOED Court In Fayette County lias Fewest .NuiuImm* of Ci'iitihinlH on Trial in its History. UNlONTOWN, Sept. 8.—The September term of court in Favette County. which opened Monday, was the hxact opposite of the term of September a year ago. and by the same distinction was unique in tin criminal record extending back over many years in this county. The list < f criminal cases at the term a \ ir ago was the largest one ever known in tin* history of Fayette County Courts. The list this year is the smallest one known in many years, and c*oes not include a single homicide case, nor, indeed, any cases that embrace a trial of any cause that may be cla.-willed among the grades of violent, crime. These things were commented upon by the Judges, and were freely discussed by the large crowd that was present for the opening of the tern*. This ill means thousands of doll: rs savt d to the country in this branch of Justice, besides much time to the taxpayers, who might be jurors or witnesses. Yesterday was K. of P. day at Alahoe Park, nearly eight hundred knights and their ladies from Punx'y. DuBois, Heynoldsvillo, Rathmel, Sykesville, Clearfield and intermediate points, enjoying the annual outing of the lodgrs in this district. A baseball game in the afternoon claimed tin1 attention of the throng, and following that boating races were held on the lake. Quoit pitching and dancing wore given full attention, and judging from appearances everybody had the time of their life. An orchestra from DuBois furnished music for the occasion, which was voted the most successful outing over held by the Knights of this district. OOSTBUCTIOG HIGHWAY A FAT JOB, BUT NOT FOR FAT MEN COOK TO SQUELCH PEARY "Success is the reward of industry, not luck. The man who starts out with the idea of getting rich won't succeed. Keep your head clear; look 'ahead. If you aim for a large, bro.*®" gauge success, dont' fail to get on." Rockefeller has a holiday all Ills own—-"Job Pay" -the anniversary of his going to work. (The above is used by special permission.) Industry the Only to Success— Look Ahead, lie Says. By United Press. NEW YORK, Sept. 8.—-The Evening World this afternoon publishes a copyrighted interview with John 1>. Rockefeller, jn which he advises young men of the method of succeeding in life. He says: Several Supreme Court decisions have been given in which it was declared that it was legal for the borough 11> turn the money over to the Firemen's Relief Association, and this has 1 done in the majority of the Continued on Page Three. During Governor Hastings' administration a law was passed requiring the foreign lire Insurance companies to pay a tax of one per cent, on their premiums. This money, it ws understood, was to go into the borough treasury, and from there revert to the Firemen's Relief Association, but, according to local attorneys, there was 110 word in the act Itself designating to whom the monef should be paid, or compelling the borough to pay it to anyone. The Firemen's Relief Association, which is still in existence, despite the fact that the Central Fire Company has resigned, is still pegging away for the money they claim is due them from the borough. CONTRACTS LEI FOR NEW P.S. 8 N. EXTENSION DuBois Pol lev Capture Koblier Wliilc at Work on Sale. DuBois. Sept. —This morning between 1 and 2 o'clock an attempt that came very near being successful was made to rob the office of tin- Keystone Mercantile Company on North Franklin street. Shortly after 1 o'clock a railroad engineer passing the wholesale house notifed a faint light through the window and notified tin* police. Patrolman A. T. Pearce answered the call and arrived just in time to catch a foreigner swinging oV»en the big safe doors. He was arrested without resistance. The thief had made all arrangements for a clean getaway, and in a few more minutes would have looted the safe and escaped.The man who likes Ibsen's Ohosts, or the young lady who delights to weep over the sorrows of Camille, had better stay away from "Uirls Will be Uiiis", A. Q. Delamaters' musical comedy production, which comes to the Jefferson Theatre next Monday night, for there is many a cry In this musical comedy, which has tickled countless thousands of amusement lovers during the past live seasons. The fun starts from the rise of the curtain and is consistently maintained to the finish of the last act. The play itself should be sufllcient to entertain any audience, and in addition there are twenty different songs ilid specialties Introduced, and a bevy of pretty girls render valiant assistance in the many swinging choruses. At the Jefferson Theater oil Monday Mglit, September f :t. ARMY AND NAVY UNION SPANISH WAR VETERANS The football squad has likewise been going through Its paces this week. Although the team will be lighter than last season, the addition of several fast men makes the aggregation look stronger. Lieutenant 'YYilhelm has been elected manager, and the first game will likely be played with a team from Troop A, of which William Marsh, formerly 9, member of D Troop, Is captain. For the past week the members of the Troop D, State Police baseball squad have been holding forth on the diamond near the barracks, practicing diligently in preparation for the game to be played with Glecklor's Independents some time next week. Although several of the old members of the team have resigned from the force, the team this year looks better than ever. The lineup will be substantially as follows: Miller catch, Carroll and Downey pitch, Wilhelm shortstop, Dolinsky first base, Mullen second base, Hanlon third base, Wagner Joft, Meehley center, and Mcllvalne right field. Will Meeid (Heckler's Imlc|>cmlciits Next Week—A Strong Til 11 eup. Christ Dunmire Brought to Task for Alleged Misdemeanor. Christ Dunmire, of West End, who, it is claimed, has on several occasions obstructed the highway near his property in West End, claiming that the road runs over his land, was last night brought before Burgess Freas on a charge of obstructing a public highway.Owing to the fact that interest centered in the Miller hearing before 'Squire Corey, witnesses were scarce, and tiro hearing was postponed until September 24. It is alleged that Dunmire on several occasions made teams drive in a roundabout way to roach points easily accessible by the road passing his property. NEW ENGINES MONTCLAIR. N J.. Sept. 7.—Ability to make a running high jump of 4 feet 4 Inches is one of the qualifications demrnde ! of applicants for the U.3N0 deputy wardetiship of the county penitentiary at Caldwell, for which a civil .service examination will be held on September 20 by aGrdner Colby, chief examiner of the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. Politicians of great girth who have looked with longing eyes on the job, which is regarded as a sinecure, a t in despair over this feature of th«* examination. FRENCH AVMTBR KILLED HEAVYWEIGHTS ARE READY FOR BOUT Special to The Spirit. ERIE, Pa., Sept. S.—The annual national encampment of tin- Army a.id Navy Union began here today anil will continue until Saturday. • Delegates are in attendance from the local garrison* of tin' organization throughout the United States, and In Cuba, I'orlo Rico, and the Philippine*. One of the Interesting matters to receive the attention of the convention Is the plan for the erection in Washington, l>. of a mem -rial hall dedicated to the veteran soldier bodies of the country, wherein future national gatherings may be held. PlTTSm'RG, Sept. 8.—Hids havo been received and contract/ will be let within ten days for thirty-six miles of new railroad to be known as the Rrookville and Mahoning Uallroad from Hrookvllle to Mahoning:, an extension of the Pittsburg. Shawmut and Northern. It is said that the Pittsburg, Shawmut and Northern is negotiating with the Pennsylvania for connections with the Allegheny Valley s ) i as to give it a line into Pittsburg. The thirty-six niilestwill cost eighty thousand dollars a mile. Including a bridge over the Allegheny, six tunnels and six trestlas and flllj. LIEUT. GEN. mm DUD TRUE BILLS FOUND Special fo The Spirit TACOMA, Wash.. Sept. S.—Spanish- American War Veterans from prac- Itcally every State of the Union are in attendance upon the annual nationl encampment of the organization, which began its sessions her today. Tli/ opening meeting was purely routine, consisting entirely «>f reports and encampment organization. The big parade will be held tomorrow. On Saturday, following' the cTose of the encampment, the most of the delegates will go to Seattle for the celebration of Spanish-American War Vetj erans' Day at the Alaska-Yukon-P- Iclflc Exposition. At the rate of one per day for the past four days, monster new engines have been arriving at the local shops and will continue to do so until eight have arrived, after which they will be put into commission with the other engines to aid in taking care of the freight traffic on this division of the road, says the DuBols Courier. The engines are this division's portion of the ten new ones, mention of the ordering of which was made some time ago, and are of the Brooks make, with open valve gears and "monkey motion ". The engines are being made at Dunkirk, and are brought to I town alive from Salamanca, where they connect with the B., R. & P. This .statement was made today by Captain <>tt«i Svcrdrup. the foremost Arctic authority In Denmark He says the Doctor will yet make Peary admit hi.s claims. Sverdrup is a warm defender of Cook. details for a book. Cooks friends are disappointed that he did not add something new in his lecture last night before the Koyal Danish eGographical Society, at which he was presented with a medal. It is porbable that Cook is withholding the Regarding Peury's accusations, Cook said further today: "it doesn't really matter what Peary ays. The scientific world will soon know." Sverdrup says that Peary's charges involve either malicious falsehood or inexcusable Ignorance. Amply Propnntl to <iivc Indisputable Proof ol' Ills Discovery. Hy United Press. COI'KXII AO.KX. Sept. S.—C'nok is amply prepared to demolish I'cary at the pruper time. Hi1 lias tin1 scientific ammunition with which he can riddle every accusation STATEMENTS SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 8.—Jack Johnson and A1 Kaufman, who are slated to meet tomorrow afternoon in the arena of the Mission Street Athletic. Club, have completed the:r work of preparation, and are ready for the sound of the gong to call them Into the ring. Kaufman has trained faithfully for the bout and Is confident of making a good slyowing against the big black fighter. Eddie Smith will act as referee of the light. The articles of agreement call for it go of ten rounds. According to the terms of agreement. If both men are on their feet at the end of the contest, there will be no decision. He was a contestant at the recent trial competitions nt Rhelms, anil has been known for his daring performances and recklessness. During on« of the Rheims races he was fined 14 for reckless flying. M. Lefebvre belonged to the new school of French aviators, and came into prominence only a few months ago. He was an engineer of considerable note and became interested in aviation through studying it as a science.M. Lefebvre sustained mortal injuries when th»* machine crashed t*» the ground. Aid was rendered him but he die soon after. formiiiiccK. Mot Death on Aviation Field. M. iM'i'ebvre, Known for Purina IVr- Jl'SIVY-SUR-ORCIO, France, Sept. s.—K. Lefebvre, the French aviator, has been killed by a fall front his aeroplane, in which he was practicing over the aviation Held here yesterday afternoon.The Ladles Aid Society of the baptist Church will meet at the home of Mrs. A. W. Calioawy tomorrow evening at 8 o'clock. TliK WKATHKll. WASHINGTON, D. O., Sept. 8.— Following Is the forecast for Western Pennsylvania: Fair and warmer tonight and Thursday. By United Prts*. WXSHINOTON, V. C., Sept. 8 — The Comptroller of the Currency today a call for statements of condition of National banks at the close of business Wednesday, Sept. 1. SPBCIAIi TRAIN FROM DUBOIS. For the accommodation of Punx'y people who desire to attend the Du- Bois fair tomorrow, the association has arranged for a special train leaving DuBois for Punx'y at 8 o'clock Thursday evening.—1. Captain Leon Pitcher, Sergeant Mullen and four privates of Troop D, Stte Police, yesterday returned fri \ i Butler, where they were witnesses in the riot cases then before the grand Jury. A true bill was found against each of the' thirty-one who were arrested for participating in the street riot during the strike at the Butler car works. Corbin had been Europe for some time, seeking to regain his health. He returned to America Sunday, and was operated upon Monday. He had beert suffering with kidney disease for two years. By United Press. NEW YORK. Sept. 8.—Lleutenant- General Henry C. Corbln, U. S. A., retired, died today at the Roosevelt Hospital, following an i operation for renal disorders. m m 3 $ $