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Ill ■ ■ 'f tl ' TOP' W:T&* WW*' % 7 •4 I t. SECOND 8ECTION. SECOND SECTION, rlD, -Dvw » D1 i wkkkTjY established ie?o 53d YLAK. 1 DAILY EST. bt THEO. HART 18M. PITTSTON, PA., HONDAY, APRIL 6, 1903. TWO CENTS A COPY. I h DA FORTY CENTS A MONTH, f 1 rJWJMbO* ROOSEVELT TO THE FARMERS SHOOTING AT 8AN DOMING?. RICH WOMAN A SUICIDE. TALKS WITH ADVERTISERS. MISS ROOSEVELT IN WASHINGTON. Great Values Government Veasel Fired Several Price Shots Into the City Last Night. April 6.—The State Departip j las received the following, fron. Mul General Maxwell,, at Santo Do \go: "A Government warship fired t../ee shotp Into the city last night. One struck the German consulate." i $1.00 Note carefully the big values offered by us this week. The' proof that an article deserves public confidence is inviting public attention to it—advertis- advertisings It's only the article of merit that can endure publicity. An advertised fraud is soon found out. The constant advertiser makes a strong impression on the public mind and confidence, and confidence begets trade. Great Throng Greets President at Sioux Falls. Former Wife of a Baron and Granddaughter of a Bishop Quietly Returns From Conquest at Porto Rico. Ladies' Calico Wrappers, well made and a nice assortment of patterns; your choice for 48° Wide Ribbons, all colors, yd |Qc OUR 80LID GOLD SPRING EYE GLASSE3. Germany Looking for Trade. SUNDAY WAS QUIET DAY. Berlin, April 6.—It Is announced today that Germany, with a view to extending her trade, will shortly send Councillor Zimmerman to South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, for the purpose of making a study of British colonization In those countries. ARMY CAPTAIN'S DAUGHTER BAND PLAYED AS SHE LEFT Ladies' Shirt Waists, a nice assortment of styles, real value 75c, your choice for. 50° A very choice line of Ladies' 26 inch Umbrellas, best frames, stylish handles and good value any- j where at $1.00. Your choice.. 70CV 200 pieces of Black Velvet Bib- '4 bons, different widths, special, a / i piece jflo We place on sale today a laige assortment of Children's While Lawn Caps, prices from 25c to $3 •, each. See display in show cases. % Theso eye glasses are fitted with a sold gold spring and good quality of lenses They are well made and have no equal for the money. Fitted and adjusted without extra charge by The Pretldent Attended Church Morn Shot Herself Before a Mirror In a ing and Evening and Enjoyed a Cruiser Panther, Fresh From Venezue- Horseback Ride In the Forests bur- Jersey City Hotel — No Cause As- lan War, Showed the Kaiser's Cour- Robbed the Grave. signed for Her Self-Destruction. tesy—Italian Warship and Ameri- H. G. Shupp Ing the Afternoon, A startling incident, to narrated by John Oliver, of Philadelphia, as follows "I was in an awful condition. My skin was almost yellow, eyes sunken, toilfeue coated, pain continually in back and sides, no appetite, growing weaker day by day. Three physicians had given me up. Then I was advised to use Electric Bitters. To my great joy, the first bottle made a decided improvement. I continued their use for three weeks and am now a well man. I know they robbed the grave of another victim." No one should fail to try them. Only 50 cents. Guaranteed at the drug stores of W. C. Price and J. H. Houck, Pittston, and Stroll's pharmacy, West Pittston. Relatives Send for Body. Sioux Falls, S. D„ April G—President Roosevelt was In fine condition this morning. He was up early, much ear Her than usual, because he had quite a long address to make before leaving for Yankton. Long before daylight hundreds of farm wagons came into the city, and when the President took hlB place before the speaker's stand, he was confronted by an immense throng, as throngs go in this great fanning country. His topic was "The Wageworker .ind the Tiller of the Soil." Now York, April C.—Seated in a rocking chulr In front of a large wail mirror that reflected her lifeless features and with a pistol still grasped in her right hand, which lay naturally in her lap, the body of Mrs. Louise Ames Van Welk, also known as the Baroucss Van Welk, was discovered in the Washington hotel, Jersey City. can Guns Fired 8alutes. New York, April 0.—After having been serenaded by bands of different nations, saluted by guns and hailed as never American maiden was before. Miss Alice Roosevelt, daughter of President Roosevelt, quietly returned from a tour of social triumph In Porto Rico. Expert Optician, 36 W. Market St., Wilkesbarre, MORE SHIP8 IN ASIA. B& Letters to various addresses In Washington, Baltimore and New York were found in the room. At 7 o'clock Chief of Police Murpliy received a dispatch from Campbell B. Royston of 25X3 North Charles street, Baltimore, directing the chief to take charge of the body and the woman's effects pending his arrival. Oar En litem Flcetn to Be Lftrffdr Re- enforced, Miss Roosevelt arrived on the steamship Coamo of the Red D line, accompanied only by her maid. She was met here by the secretary of Douglas Robinson, lier uncle, who escorted her to Jersey'City, where they took the first train for Washington. A full line of Ladies' I Gloves for Easter, in all the po] lar colors. Washington, April (J. — The United States naval the orient will be increased materially as soon as the vessels now undqr orders cced to those waters arrive there. We bave an elegant assortment D of White Goods and all kinds'of ;jj Wash Goods, Now is the time to make your selection. PEOPLE'S STORE Price List. 3$est {Pat. J'lour $4, SO {Potatoes, 6u - 70c 3$est 3Dlour 70c CSyys, jtr/ctiy fresh 20c 3 Cans Corn - 25c 3 Cans !Peas 25c The President spent Sunday here very quietly. He attended church both morning and evening and In the afternoon went for a horseback ride, accompanied by Beth Bullock, superintendent of the Black Hills forest reserves. The fact that President Roosevelt attended divine services twice was due to an error on the part of the local committee. The committee had the impression that the president was a member of the German Lutheran church and accordingly arranged to have him attend that church In the morning. The nary department in making this increase contemplates squadrons In Asiatic and Philippine waters under three geiferal heads—viz, vessels of the line of battle, made of the battleships Kentucky, Oregon and Wisconsin and the monitors Monterey and Monadnock, nil of which are now there except the Wisconsin, which sails from Puget sound about May 1; second, the cruiser squadron, made up of the New Orleans, which Is already,on the Asiatic station, and the Raleigh, now in the Caribbean sea, and the Albany and the Cincinnati, and the third , squadron, made up of gunboats and small craft designed especially for service in the smaller bodies of water where the larger ships because of their draft are anable to go. Ad Miss Hoosevelt left Porto Rico a thousand Islanders gathered on the shore, the people singing and the bands playing "The Girl I Left Behind Me," while out In the stream the bands of warships played In her honor and colors were dipped and guns fired. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. New York Stock Markets furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers, Miners' Bank Building. Mrs. Van Weik had but recently returned froui Sioux Falls, S. D., where, it is said, she hud procured a divorce from Buron Wolfbauor, and the true motive for her suicide does not appear from circumstances so fur revealed. There appears, however, to be little doubt that she had • deliberately planned to take her life. AlWAfS THE CHEAPEST. 15 South Main Si, Pittaton. New York, April 6, High. Low. .121 119% 82% 81 97'4 97 G9 67% 1903. Clos. 120 81% 97 67% 91% 45% 23% 162% 44% 166% When the Coamo cleared the harbor bar at San Joan and lay out in the stream, the crew of the German gunboat Panther, which figured prominently in the Venezuela blockade, determined to show appreciation of the pretty young American by having the band play an American tune. So It played the only American tunc it knew, ■ "Oh, the Bowery, the Bowery; I Wish," etc. As Miss Roosevelt wnved her handkercOlef graciously the bandsmen redoubled their efforts and an Italian warship lying in the stream fired a gun. Ships of other nations dipped tbelr flags. Sugar .... Atchison ...(. Atchison, pf.,.. Brook. Traction fivans&ros When it was learned later that the president worshiped at the Dutch Reformed church, arrangements were made to have service in the evening at the Livingstone Deformed church. While It is not the custom of the president to attend services on Sunday evening, he made an exception when the facts were made known to him. The services in the morning were conducted by the Rev. Herman Seit, president of the German-English college at Wilton, la., who came here for that purpose. The German laug\)age was used. B & O. 90% The life of the dead woman bad been as eventful as her death was tragic. The daughter of Captain Amet of the United States army, she had spent her early days among army posts on the frontier and, being left a large fortune by her father, had enjoyed many luxuries and had traveled extensively. She was a granddaughter of Bishop Ames of Massachusetts and was educated in the De Pauw university, Indiana, of which her grandfather had been president.Had n Romantle Career. TJomatoes, 3 ib can JOc Fine Sweet Oranges 35c, 40c, 45c Finnan Haddies, 13c, two for 25 Cres. & Ohio . C. & Gt. West. 46% 23% 46% 23% FOR * # * GROCERIES St. Paul 163% D. & H, Rock Island 166% 45% 43% Kan. & Tex., pf.. 55 55 117% BRENNAN fi ROBERTS, L. & N. 139% 118% 138% It is said here that the change in the character of the Asiatic squadron is due primarily to what naval experts consider the proper division of our navy and was decided on some time ago. It also is felt to be a good precautionary measure. Met. Traction ...134% Mo. Pacific 108% Man. El. 42 North Main Street, WNext to Eagle Hotel. Both phones Always Lowest in Price. 53% On the shore the entire population of the Island Boomed massed. Governor Hunt and his staff were conspicuous at the wharf. So. Pacific Norf. & Western. 70% N. Y. Central ....133 70 131% She was first married to Otto Van Welk, a wealthy merchant of Baltimore, who lavished upon her every luxury. He died several years ago. Two years ago she married Baron Wolfbauer, an Austrian nobleman, ill Paris, but they did not live happily, nnd last fall she Went to Sioux Palls to secure a divorce from him. Sbe had one child, now a little girl of ten, by her first busbaud.Evans Bros. For Onion Sets, Best stock, 5c qt. Owing to the fact that both in Milwaukee and Minneapolis the length of the programme did not permit the president to roqeh (lis car until after midnight, h» Jma'fctoMi obliged to announce that hereafter he will not begin speaking later than 8:30 in the evening and will always be back in the car by 10 o'clock. He will adhere strictly to this rule. O & W. Penna. 137% 29% 136% MAY NOT 8E.E POPE. All through the Porto Rlcan tour Miss Roosevelt's progress was a series of incidents patriotic and affectionate. At a reception at Mayaguez a prominent citizen*. Senor de Diego, made In Miss Roosevelt's honor a speech In Spanish, which was translated. At Augadilla Miss Roosevelt was presented with a magnificent silk handkerchief by Miss A. Volkere, teacher In the Lincoln school. Her Triumph In Porto Rico. Pacific Mail Reading, pf. Southern Ry. Reading 59% (84% 31% 58% 83% 31% Edward's Visit to Home Dlmurd at the Vatican. ItfuMl 6 fSVK Rome, April fl.—The chief topic ot discussion at the Vatican continues to be whether King Edward will see the pope. The ceremonial proposed, that the king should start from the British embassy, is much opposed not because he would be starting from the residence of an ambassador accredited tc the Qulrlnal, for the king once there, say the Vatican authorities, it ceases to be an embassy to become the house ot the sovereign, but because Cardinal Rampolla must return the royal visit to the pontiff, and he would arrive at thf house when King Edward, having left it, had become again an einbassy accredited to the king of Italy. Sa Ry., pf. Tenn. C. & I 64% 91% 91% 63% Evans Bros. For Fresh Eggs, 18 Cts. Per Dozen. Leather 12% 12% our function, Co4& leather, pf. Union Pacific 91% 91% 91% STRIKE IN AMSTERDAM. U. P., pf. 9JI14 89% From various parte of the country whore she was known it Is said that site was of a{ vivacious temperament, and tho reason for her Buicide is a mystery. It is known that she had planned to return soon to Sioux Falls, fearing that her residence there had not been long enough to insure her against legal dispute with her husband. Wabash, pf. West. Union 44% 40% 86% Once as the United States revenue cutter Algonquin passed In sight of Governor Hunt's residence landsmen on the craft serenaded Miss RooBcvelt. Nor would the crew be content uutll she appeared on the balcony, waving them a greeting. Ifflosikd ok SQXua^ Transportation Workmen Idle and Sol- diers on Duty. C. F. I. 57% 55% Evans Bros. For Shoes, Always Up-to-date, Lowest Prices. Amsterdam, April D.—As a result of a meeting last evening, the workmen engaged in transportation services of all kinds, including the railroads, struck today. The situation Is 6o serious that troops are guarding the railroad property and the quays. The government is trying to run a foreign express train under protection of the military. This was the only train that left Amsterdam today. All of the men employed on the docks quit work and shipping Is at a standstill. Amal. Copper 06% 101% 65% 100% cUuy ynonuyujf Gtfpul S. S. Peo. Gas 23% S. S., pf. . 36 - 41% 53% 35% 40% Bliss Roosevelt left the island on March 31. Coming home, passengers declare, she was the life of the ship. She was the most accomplished pianist aboard and the best woman sailor. Tex. Pacific .. Car & Foundry In letters received from her husband, .who has extensive sugar interests in Culm, he accused her of flirting in Washington while they were on their honeymoon, and other revelations in the letters showed that they had quarreled.Gil nuaU will C & F., pfd. 91% 91% It is suggested that King Edward on leaving the Vatican should return to the British embassy, followed closely by Cardinal Rnmpolla, who would urrive while the king still was there. The objection against this course is that il would' create a precedent. The nuncio at Lisbon has been charged to sound King Edward on the subject. Evans Bros. U. S. Steel, pf. U. S.' Steel 86% 36% S6% 35% Chief Steward Slaney arranged a special table in the dining room for Miss Roosevelt and a party of friends, the table being placed in the center of the starboard side of the dining room. The diners were Mrs. Duncan Kennedy, wife of Captain Kennedy of the United States auxiliary cruiser Prairie; Mr. W. H. Gale, assistant secretary of Porto Rico; Thomas Hunt, brother of Governor Hunt; Miss Erhardt, daughter of J. O. Erhardt; Miss Helen T. Rogers and Miss Elizabeth Davis. ta told qX cut jpucw* Justice Day Qoes to Atlantic City. Mrs. Van Weik had lived much of her time in Washington and Baltimore, where she was well kuowu. 46 S. Main St. Pittston. Washington, April 6.—Associate Justice William R. Day, who is convalescent from pneumonia, has gone to Atlantic City to recuperate. He was accompanied by Mra. Day and sons. When she went to the Washington hotel last Saturday morning, she registered as Mrs. Louise Van Weik, Sioux Fulls, S. D. COTTON COMMERCE PARALYZED. Murphy & Joyce. For "WEDDINGS E|C|WArc ! For FUNERALS ■ Two Thousand Dock Hands Idle at New Orleans and Strike May Spread. A Fire Million Dollar Decision. Just what yon want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do mnch for yon at a reasonable price. (new phon6) J.B-CARPENTER.exeter «t. ueth mm New Orleans, La., April 6.—Two thousand screwmen refused to go to work this morning unless the ship agents would make certain concessions. The cotton commerce is completely pa -alyzed. Not a bale of cotton has been placed in the hold of any one of the many vessels tied at the wharves. All of the union labor along the river front may become Involved in the controversy, in which event the lockout will be complete. THE WEATHER. Butte, Mont., April 6.—The decision of the supreme court in the Pennsylvania mining case is worth $5,000,000 to F. A. Helnise and the Montana Ore Purchasing company, as it establishes their right to fully $2,000,000 worth ot ore already taken out Of the disputed ground by Mr. Helnze and claimed by the defendant, the Boston and Montana Mining company, and secures them In the right to follow the veins of the Rarus mine on their dip in the Pennsylvania ground. It is estimated that the ore yet in the territory in dispute is worth $3,000,000 or $4,000,000 more. 309, 213, 670 North Main Street. Pfcone. Washington, April 6.—Fair and warmer tonight; Tuesday, fair. Kingston, Jamaica, April ti. — The Royal Mail company's steamer Atrato, which has arrived here from Colon and Cartagena, brings the report tliut much opposition is developing to the Panama canal treaty in almost every department of Colombia except Panama. It is believed that the majority in congress, will favor the treaty, but there are fears trouble will arise because the political sltuutlpn in Colombia Is becoming more complicated, und the presidency is surrounded with uncertainty.Canal Treaty Meets Disfavor, Motorman Starts a Iliot. ]Worlc on the Reliance. C7irun/'s PRICES. Chicago, April (J.—Because he tried to force his car through u parade that was blocking traffic in Ifalstead street Motorman Zoran was shot and seriously Injured by one of the marchers. Nearly a thousand Italians who were in the parade broke ranks as soon as the disturbance began, and a riot followed, in wbich switching Irons, bricks and other missiles were used. In response to a riot call a score of policemen were on the scene in a few minutes, but before quiet could be restored several persons were severely cut and bruised. Two of the Italians who, it is supposed, did the shooting were arrested.Bristol, H. I., April 6—So far as the hull is concerned the yacht Reliance, which a syndicate made up of several members of the New York Yacht club has constructed for the defense of the America's cup against Shamrock III., Is practically completed, and the yacht will undoubtedly be launched next Saturday. A few finishing touches, such as a coat of white paint for the top sides, some Interior fittings and the letting up of the steering gear, will occupy the time until the boat goes overboard.Building and Remodeling Sale. Too kittle room now for our large stock and more coming. We are making additions. Cdrpenters are now at work. But they must have space to handle timbers. We offer these unusual values to get the gooda out of the way. A lot more like them. Gold Coin Flour $4.50 TRAGEDY IN MASSACHUSETTS. Butterfly Flour 4.50 Sunlight Flour Superlative Flour - Best Family Flour 4.50 4.50 4.00 Man Wounds a Woman Slightly and Then Killed Himself. Dondoln Graduate Commit* Suicide. Kansas City, Mo., April 0.—Epliralm li. C'ockereil, a sou of United States Senator Francis M. Cockerell of Mis souri, and Miss Hazel Ilogun of St. Louis, daughter of It. B. Hogun,xageney director of the New York Life Insurance company there, were secretly married at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Yule In St. I*ouls. They took the day train for Kansas City and now are at the Hotel Baltimore here. Mr. Cock ercll Is twenty-two and his bride nineteen. Her parents had no objection to the marriage except her youth. SMAtor'l Son Elopei. Ayer, Mass., April 6.j—A tragedy occurred at a railway station here this morning. Charles Mioulter tried to kill •Miss Lillian Wheeler. He shot the wo man twice and then shot himself dead. Miss Wheeler was not seriously wounded. Rockland, Me., April 6.—Robert J. Furwell, son of Deputy Collector of Customs E. F. Furwell, committed suicide by shooting. He was a student at Howdoin college in the class that was graduated in 11)00. In 18!)8 he received a blow while engaged in a friendly boxing bout, from the effects of which he became partially paralyzed. This physical Incapacity made him despondent.Pillsbury's Flour - 5.00 Potatoes, per bu Onions, per peck Onion Sets, 4 quarts Clover Seed 70c 20c 25c $7.50 Copenhagen, April 6.—Rumors are current among the German emperor's suit and in Danish court circles that the German Crown Prince Frederick William Is to be betrothed to Duchess Ceclle, sister of the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, whose sister, Alexandrone, Is the wife of Prince Christian, the grandson of the king of Denmark. Duchess Ceclle wus born at Schwerln on Sept. 20, 1880. The German crown prince Is four years her Senior. German Crown Prince Betrothed. Ladies' Kid Gloves, black and all colors, regular $1 kind; our special price 69c. Boys' Black and White Striped Shirts, the 25c kind, now 19e. Ladies' Black Meroerized Underskirts, worth 75c; sale price 50c. 1 lot lace curtains, 21 yards long by 35 inches wide; the 75c kind, special price 45c. 1 lot children's Handkerchiefs, the 3c kind, here for lc. 1 lot Cambric Corset Covera 8c. Hamilton, Out., April 6.—The local hospital authorities and the police are endeavoring to locate the next of kin of George W. Todd, an old man who died In the hospital on Saturday. The only Information they got from him was that he came from Onondaga county, N. Y. Attei" his death his clothes were searched, and In a pocket was found a letter addressed to George W. Todd, Forks road. Wetland county, Ont., and three passbooks of Buffalo, Syracuse and Rochester banks. The passbooks showed that lie had on deposit In the three banks about $27,000. Heirs Wanted, Timothy Seed - ' - White Clover Seed, per lb Lawn Grass Seed, per lb Hungarian Grass Seed Millet Seed 2.25 25c 18c $1.50 1.50 Fire In a Catholic Home, Troy, N. Y., April 6.—A fire occurred this morning In the House of the Good Shepherd. At the time of its discovery the Sisters, who have been on retreat, were attending services In jie chapel. Engineer Mqsea Brunnell was suffocated while trying to extinguish the flames. The firemen soon -had the blaze under control. Loss, $3,000. 25c San Bernardino. Cal., April (1.—B. P. Brown of Kedlands, who was arrested Just before the last visit of President McIClnley under Instructions from Governor Gage, who learned he had made threats against the president. Is again in the county pail, having been taken Into custody In Redlands on a similar charge. He had been overheard making threatening allusions to President ltoosevelt. Threats Agalnat Rooaevelt. 8 lbs Oatflakes 8 lbs Oatmeal 25c To Lftuch Colorado April 3ft. Tobacco, all kinds, 37c Philadelphia, April 0.—It is said at the Cramps' shipyard that the armored cruiser Colorado will be launched on April 29. Three weeks later the Penn sylvania, which is of the same type will take the water, and Miss Quay, daughter of the senator, will christen her. These two cruisers, of which six others nre to follow, will be the largest ships in the nary and, it is believed, the most effective of their class afloat. No. 3 Scoop-shovels Squibs, all kinds, *■ 10c 35c Coatlr Fire In Birmingham, Aln. Garden Seeds, all kinds, loose, Boys' 3-piece, all wool Cashmere Suits, styles, big value $1.50. Birmingham, Ala., April 6.—The immense storage house of the Birmingham Fertiliser company in East Birmingham, said to be operated in the Interest of the Virginia-Carolina Chemical company, was completely destroyed by Are, the loss being estimated at $225,000. It is yet Impossible to obtain the amount of insurance carried. all new. Coadjutor Archbishops Named. 1 lot large Cotton Batta, best cpiality, 5c. ' Hammer Handles, assorted sizes, lc. Rome, April 6.—There was an unusually larga attendance of cardinals at the session of the propaganda fide this morning. After an animated discussion, Rev. John Glennon received the appointment of coadjutor archbishop of St. Louis. Henry Moeler was appointed coadjutor archbishop of Cincinnati.William Drury, Cold Comfort From Doctors. Doctors say neuralgia is not dangerous. This is poor consolation to a sufferer who feels as if his face were pierced with hot needles and torn with a thousand pairs of pincers. A word of advice to him: Stay indoors and use Perry Davis' Painkiller. The blessed freedom from pain which follows this treatment cannot be told. There is but one Painkiller, Perry Davis', A. J. Woffoner, Grant's Doable, Dead. THE LEADIIB GROCER. 1 lot Men's Fancy Shirts with letachable cuffs, a little soiled, worth 75c and $1; your choice 26a One lot of striped Madras, the 8c kind, sale price 5c. Best Table Oil Cloth, 16Jc. 1 lot Brooms, 30c kind 23c. Good Laundry Soap, 3 large cakes 5c. Fort Plain, N. Y., April 0.—Alfred J. Wagoner, prominent in Republican politics In central New York, is dead at the age of seventy-six years. He was sheriff of Montgomery county in 1871. He bore a remarkable resemblance to President Grunt. Foar Indictment* Asnlnst Ryan. * tro' Cur Ufvsmj&48H Vtiu\f™ Bach C*vbears the nan. Xmi-Fr • ■ — ■ St. Louis, April 6.—Four Indictments have been returned by the grand jury against John J.. Ryan of the John J. Ryan Turf Investment company, which recently failed, charging him with embezzlement as bailee. Two other Indictments on the same charge were returned against Ryan and. Oscar Geppler. In Its report the grand Jury refers In scathing terms to the get rich quick concerns. ' Washington, April 0.—The enlisted men of the ships of the battleship squadron are to be given a net leave of ten days when the vessels are docked for repairs In about a month and a half. This squadron Is made up of tbC Kearsarge, Alabama, Illinois, Massachusetts, Indiana and Iowa. The men on the Maine will also be given abulia! leave. ; Tea Dajb' Leave For Sailors, fe" es In Shamrocks Ready for Trial 8pins. Weymouth, England, April 6—Shamrock III. and Shamrock I. reached Portland roads this morning ftom Glasgow. Immediately upon theiij arrival, preparations were begun to place them in ship shape for the trial spins tomorrow.ours URINARY "BARGES MUte /% AnieJarWW St. Louis, April The National* won the second game of the exhibition series from the Americans after a hard battle by a score of 8 to 5. Attendance, 20,000. A Mot Game la St. L«ala. The MAQNET You Can Get the Best Meats at the lowest prices if you buy at the Chicago Cash Mqttt Market. 87 8. Main St, Pitteton. m
Object Description
Title | Pittston Gazette |
Masthead | Pittston Gazette, April 06, 1903 |
Subject | Pittston Gazette newspaper |
Description | The collection contains the archive of the Pittston Gazette, a northeastern Pennsylvania newspaper published from 1850 through 1965. This archive spans 1850-1907 and is significant to genealogists and historians focused on northeastern Pennsylvania. |
Publisher | Pittston Gazette |
Physical Description | microfilm |
Date | 1903-04-06 |
Location Covered | United States; Pennsylvania; Luzerne County; Pittston |
Type | Text |
Original Format | newspaper |
Digital Format | image/tiff |
Language | English |
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Contact | For information on source and images, contact the West Pittston Public Library, 200 Exeter Ave, West Pittston, PA 18643. Phone: (570) 654-9847. Email: wplibrary@luzernelibraries.org |
Contributing Institution | West Pittston Public Library |
Sponsorship | This Digital Object is provided in a collection that is included in POWER Library: Pennsylvania Photos and Documents, which is funded by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries of Pennsylvania/Pennsylvania Department of Education. |
Description
Title | Pittston Gazette |
Masthead | Pittston Gazette, April 06, 1903 |
Subject | Pittston Gazette newspaper |
Description | The collection contains the archive of the Pittston Gazette, a northeastern Pennsylvania newspaper published from 1850 through 1965. This archive spans 1850-1907 and is significant to genealogists and historians focused on northeastern Pennsylvania. |
Publisher | Pittston Gazette |
Physical Description | microfilm |
Date | 1903-04-06 |
Location Covered | United States; Pennsylvania; Luzerne County; Pittston |
Type | Text |
Original Format | newspaper |
Digital Format | image/tiff |
Identifier | PGZ_19030406_001.tif |
Language | English |
Rights | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ |
Contact | For information on source and images, contact the West Pittston Public Library, 200 Exeter Ave, West Pittston, PA 18643. Phone: (570) 654-9847. Email: wplibrary@luzernelibraries.org |
Contributing Institution | West Pittston Public Library |
Sponsorship | This Digital Object is provided in a collection that is included in POWER Library: Pennsylvania Photos and Documents, which is funded by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries of Pennsylvania/Pennsylvania Department of Education. |
Full Text | Ill ■ ■ 'f tl ' TOP' W:T&* WW*' % 7 •4 I t. SECOND 8ECTION. SECOND SECTION, rlD, -Dvw » D1 i wkkkTjY established ie?o 53d YLAK. 1 DAILY EST. bt THEO. HART 18M. PITTSTON, PA., HONDAY, APRIL 6, 1903. TWO CENTS A COPY. I h DA FORTY CENTS A MONTH, f 1 rJWJMbO* ROOSEVELT TO THE FARMERS SHOOTING AT 8AN DOMING?. RICH WOMAN A SUICIDE. TALKS WITH ADVERTISERS. MISS ROOSEVELT IN WASHINGTON. Great Values Government Veasel Fired Several Price Shots Into the City Last Night. April 6.—The State Departip j las received the following, fron. Mul General Maxwell,, at Santo Do \go: "A Government warship fired t../ee shotp Into the city last night. One struck the German consulate." i $1.00 Note carefully the big values offered by us this week. The' proof that an article deserves public confidence is inviting public attention to it—advertis- advertisings It's only the article of merit that can endure publicity. An advertised fraud is soon found out. The constant advertiser makes a strong impression on the public mind and confidence, and confidence begets trade. Great Throng Greets President at Sioux Falls. Former Wife of a Baron and Granddaughter of a Bishop Quietly Returns From Conquest at Porto Rico. Ladies' Calico Wrappers, well made and a nice assortment of patterns; your choice for 48° Wide Ribbons, all colors, yd |Qc OUR 80LID GOLD SPRING EYE GLASSE3. Germany Looking for Trade. SUNDAY WAS QUIET DAY. Berlin, April 6.—It Is announced today that Germany, with a view to extending her trade, will shortly send Councillor Zimmerman to South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, for the purpose of making a study of British colonization In those countries. ARMY CAPTAIN'S DAUGHTER BAND PLAYED AS SHE LEFT Ladies' Shirt Waists, a nice assortment of styles, real value 75c, your choice for. 50° A very choice line of Ladies' 26 inch Umbrellas, best frames, stylish handles and good value any- j where at $1.00. Your choice.. 70CV 200 pieces of Black Velvet Bib- '4 bons, different widths, special, a / i piece jflo We place on sale today a laige assortment of Children's While Lawn Caps, prices from 25c to $3 •, each. See display in show cases. % Theso eye glasses are fitted with a sold gold spring and good quality of lenses They are well made and have no equal for the money. Fitted and adjusted without extra charge by The Pretldent Attended Church Morn Shot Herself Before a Mirror In a ing and Evening and Enjoyed a Cruiser Panther, Fresh From Venezue- Horseback Ride In the Forests bur- Jersey City Hotel — No Cause As- lan War, Showed the Kaiser's Cour- Robbed the Grave. signed for Her Self-Destruction. tesy—Italian Warship and Ameri- H. G. Shupp Ing the Afternoon, A startling incident, to narrated by John Oliver, of Philadelphia, as follows "I was in an awful condition. My skin was almost yellow, eyes sunken, toilfeue coated, pain continually in back and sides, no appetite, growing weaker day by day. Three physicians had given me up. Then I was advised to use Electric Bitters. To my great joy, the first bottle made a decided improvement. I continued their use for three weeks and am now a well man. I know they robbed the grave of another victim." No one should fail to try them. Only 50 cents. Guaranteed at the drug stores of W. C. Price and J. H. Houck, Pittston, and Stroll's pharmacy, West Pittston. Relatives Send for Body. Sioux Falls, S. D„ April G—President Roosevelt was In fine condition this morning. He was up early, much ear Her than usual, because he had quite a long address to make before leaving for Yankton. Long before daylight hundreds of farm wagons came into the city, and when the President took hlB place before the speaker's stand, he was confronted by an immense throng, as throngs go in this great fanning country. His topic was "The Wageworker .ind the Tiller of the Soil." Now York, April C.—Seated in a rocking chulr In front of a large wail mirror that reflected her lifeless features and with a pistol still grasped in her right hand, which lay naturally in her lap, the body of Mrs. Louise Ames Van Welk, also known as the Baroucss Van Welk, was discovered in the Washington hotel, Jersey City. can Guns Fired 8alutes. New York, April 0.—After having been serenaded by bands of different nations, saluted by guns and hailed as never American maiden was before. Miss Alice Roosevelt, daughter of President Roosevelt, quietly returned from a tour of social triumph In Porto Rico. Expert Optician, 36 W. Market St., Wilkesbarre, MORE SHIP8 IN ASIA. B& Letters to various addresses In Washington, Baltimore and New York were found in the room. At 7 o'clock Chief of Police Murpliy received a dispatch from Campbell B. Royston of 25X3 North Charles street, Baltimore, directing the chief to take charge of the body and the woman's effects pending his arrival. Oar En litem Flcetn to Be Lftrffdr Re- enforced, Miss Roosevelt arrived on the steamship Coamo of the Red D line, accompanied only by her maid. She was met here by the secretary of Douglas Robinson, lier uncle, who escorted her to Jersey'City, where they took the first train for Washington. A full line of Ladies' I Gloves for Easter, in all the po] lar colors. Washington, April (J. — The United States naval the orient will be increased materially as soon as the vessels now undqr orders cced to those waters arrive there. We bave an elegant assortment D of White Goods and all kinds'of ;jj Wash Goods, Now is the time to make your selection. PEOPLE'S STORE Price List. 3$est {Pat. J'lour $4, SO {Potatoes, 6u - 70c 3$est 3Dlour 70c CSyys, jtr/ctiy fresh 20c 3 Cans Corn - 25c 3 Cans !Peas 25c The President spent Sunday here very quietly. He attended church both morning and evening and In the afternoon went for a horseback ride, accompanied by Beth Bullock, superintendent of the Black Hills forest reserves. The fact that President Roosevelt attended divine services twice was due to an error on the part of the local committee. The committee had the impression that the president was a member of the German Lutheran church and accordingly arranged to have him attend that church In the morning. The nary department in making this increase contemplates squadrons In Asiatic and Philippine waters under three geiferal heads—viz, vessels of the line of battle, made of the battleships Kentucky, Oregon and Wisconsin and the monitors Monterey and Monadnock, nil of which are now there except the Wisconsin, which sails from Puget sound about May 1; second, the cruiser squadron, made up of the New Orleans, which Is already,on the Asiatic station, and the Raleigh, now in the Caribbean sea, and the Albany and the Cincinnati, and the third , squadron, made up of gunboats and small craft designed especially for service in the smaller bodies of water where the larger ships because of their draft are anable to go. Ad Miss Hoosevelt left Porto Rico a thousand Islanders gathered on the shore, the people singing and the bands playing "The Girl I Left Behind Me," while out In the stream the bands of warships played In her honor and colors were dipped and guns fired. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. New York Stock Markets furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers, Miners' Bank Building. Mrs. Van Weik had but recently returned froui Sioux Falls, S. D., where, it is said, she hud procured a divorce from Buron Wolfbauor, and the true motive for her suicide does not appear from circumstances so fur revealed. There appears, however, to be little doubt that she had • deliberately planned to take her life. AlWAfS THE CHEAPEST. 15 South Main Si, Pittaton. New York, April 6, High. Low. .121 119% 82% 81 97'4 97 G9 67% 1903. Clos. 120 81% 97 67% 91% 45% 23% 162% 44% 166% When the Coamo cleared the harbor bar at San Joan and lay out in the stream, the crew of the German gunboat Panther, which figured prominently in the Venezuela blockade, determined to show appreciation of the pretty young American by having the band play an American tune. So It played the only American tunc it knew, ■ "Oh, the Bowery, the Bowery; I Wish," etc. As Miss Roosevelt wnved her handkercOlef graciously the bandsmen redoubled their efforts and an Italian warship lying in the stream fired a gun. Ships of other nations dipped tbelr flags. Sugar .... Atchison ...(. Atchison, pf.,.. Brook. Traction fivans&ros When it was learned later that the president worshiped at the Dutch Reformed church, arrangements were made to have service in the evening at the Livingstone Deformed church. While It is not the custom of the president to attend services on Sunday evening, he made an exception when the facts were made known to him. The services in the morning were conducted by the Rev. Herman Seit, president of the German-English college at Wilton, la., who came here for that purpose. The German laug\)age was used. B & O. 90% The life of the dead woman bad been as eventful as her death was tragic. The daughter of Captain Amet of the United States army, she had spent her early days among army posts on the frontier and, being left a large fortune by her father, had enjoyed many luxuries and had traveled extensively. She was a granddaughter of Bishop Ames of Massachusetts and was educated in the De Pauw university, Indiana, of which her grandfather had been president.Had n Romantle Career. TJomatoes, 3 ib can JOc Fine Sweet Oranges 35c, 40c, 45c Finnan Haddies, 13c, two for 25 Cres. & Ohio . C. & Gt. West. 46% 23% 46% 23% FOR * # * GROCERIES St. Paul 163% D. & H, Rock Island 166% 45% 43% Kan. & Tex., pf.. 55 55 117% BRENNAN fi ROBERTS, L. & N. 139% 118% 138% It is said here that the change in the character of the Asiatic squadron is due primarily to what naval experts consider the proper division of our navy and was decided on some time ago. It also is felt to be a good precautionary measure. Met. Traction ...134% Mo. Pacific 108% Man. El. 42 North Main Street, WNext to Eagle Hotel. Both phones Always Lowest in Price. 53% On the shore the entire population of the Island Boomed massed. Governor Hunt and his staff were conspicuous at the wharf. So. Pacific Norf. & Western. 70% N. Y. Central ....133 70 131% She was first married to Otto Van Welk, a wealthy merchant of Baltimore, who lavished upon her every luxury. He died several years ago. Two years ago she married Baron Wolfbauer, an Austrian nobleman, ill Paris, but they did not live happily, nnd last fall she Went to Sioux Palls to secure a divorce from him. Sbe had one child, now a little girl of ten, by her first busbaud.Evans Bros. For Onion Sets, Best stock, 5c qt. Owing to the fact that both in Milwaukee and Minneapolis the length of the programme did not permit the president to roqeh (lis car until after midnight, h» Jma'fctoMi obliged to announce that hereafter he will not begin speaking later than 8:30 in the evening and will always be back in the car by 10 o'clock. He will adhere strictly to this rule. O & W. Penna. 137% 29% 136% MAY NOT 8E.E POPE. All through the Porto Rlcan tour Miss Roosevelt's progress was a series of incidents patriotic and affectionate. At a reception at Mayaguez a prominent citizen*. Senor de Diego, made In Miss Roosevelt's honor a speech In Spanish, which was translated. At Augadilla Miss Roosevelt was presented with a magnificent silk handkerchief by Miss A. Volkere, teacher In the Lincoln school. Her Triumph In Porto Rico. Pacific Mail Reading, pf. Southern Ry. Reading 59% (84% 31% 58% 83% 31% Edward's Visit to Home Dlmurd at the Vatican. ItfuMl 6 fSVK Rome, April fl.—The chief topic ot discussion at the Vatican continues to be whether King Edward will see the pope. The ceremonial proposed, that the king should start from the British embassy, is much opposed not because he would be starting from the residence of an ambassador accredited tc the Qulrlnal, for the king once there, say the Vatican authorities, it ceases to be an embassy to become the house ot the sovereign, but because Cardinal Rampolla must return the royal visit to the pontiff, and he would arrive at thf house when King Edward, having left it, had become again an einbassy accredited to the king of Italy. Sa Ry., pf. Tenn. C. & I 64% 91% 91% 63% Evans Bros. For Fresh Eggs, 18 Cts. Per Dozen. Leather 12% 12% our function, Co4& leather, pf. Union Pacific 91% 91% 91% STRIKE IN AMSTERDAM. U. P., pf. 9JI14 89% From various parte of the country whore she was known it Is said that site was of a{ vivacious temperament, and tho reason for her Buicide is a mystery. It is known that she had planned to return soon to Sioux Falls, fearing that her residence there had not been long enough to insure her against legal dispute with her husband. Wabash, pf. West. Union 44% 40% 86% Once as the United States revenue cutter Algonquin passed In sight of Governor Hunt's residence landsmen on the craft serenaded Miss RooBcvelt. Nor would the crew be content uutll she appeared on the balcony, waving them a greeting. Ifflosikd ok SQXua^ Transportation Workmen Idle and Sol- diers on Duty. C. F. I. 57% 55% Evans Bros. For Shoes, Always Up-to-date, Lowest Prices. Amsterdam, April D.—As a result of a meeting last evening, the workmen engaged in transportation services of all kinds, including the railroads, struck today. The situation Is 6o serious that troops are guarding the railroad property and the quays. The government is trying to run a foreign express train under protection of the military. This was the only train that left Amsterdam today. All of the men employed on the docks quit work and shipping Is at a standstill. Amal. Copper 06% 101% 65% 100% cUuy ynonuyujf Gtfpul S. S. Peo. Gas 23% S. S., pf. . 36 - 41% 53% 35% 40% Bliss Roosevelt left the island on March 31. Coming home, passengers declare, she was the life of the ship. She was the most accomplished pianist aboard and the best woman sailor. Tex. Pacific .. Car & Foundry In letters received from her husband, .who has extensive sugar interests in Culm, he accused her of flirting in Washington while they were on their honeymoon, and other revelations in the letters showed that they had quarreled.Gil nuaU will C & F., pfd. 91% 91% It is suggested that King Edward on leaving the Vatican should return to the British embassy, followed closely by Cardinal Rnmpolla, who would urrive while the king still was there. The objection against this course is that il would' create a precedent. The nuncio at Lisbon has been charged to sound King Edward on the subject. Evans Bros. U. S. Steel, pf. U. S.' Steel 86% 36% S6% 35% Chief Steward Slaney arranged a special table in the dining room for Miss Roosevelt and a party of friends, the table being placed in the center of the starboard side of the dining room. The diners were Mrs. Duncan Kennedy, wife of Captain Kennedy of the United States auxiliary cruiser Prairie; Mr. W. H. Gale, assistant secretary of Porto Rico; Thomas Hunt, brother of Governor Hunt; Miss Erhardt, daughter of J. O. Erhardt; Miss Helen T. Rogers and Miss Elizabeth Davis. ta told qX cut jpucw* Justice Day Qoes to Atlantic City. Mrs. Van Weik had lived much of her time in Washington and Baltimore, where she was well kuowu. 46 S. Main St. Pittston. Washington, April 6.—Associate Justice William R. Day, who is convalescent from pneumonia, has gone to Atlantic City to recuperate. He was accompanied by Mra. Day and sons. When she went to the Washington hotel last Saturday morning, she registered as Mrs. Louise Van Weik, Sioux Fulls, S. D. COTTON COMMERCE PARALYZED. Murphy & Joyce. For "WEDDINGS E|C|WArc ! For FUNERALS ■ Two Thousand Dock Hands Idle at New Orleans and Strike May Spread. A Fire Million Dollar Decision. Just what yon want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do mnch for yon at a reasonable price. (new phon6) J.B-CARPENTER.exeter «t. ueth mm New Orleans, La., April 6.—Two thousand screwmen refused to go to work this morning unless the ship agents would make certain concessions. The cotton commerce is completely pa -alyzed. Not a bale of cotton has been placed in the hold of any one of the many vessels tied at the wharves. All of the union labor along the river front may become Involved in the controversy, in which event the lockout will be complete. THE WEATHER. Butte, Mont., April 6.—The decision of the supreme court in the Pennsylvania mining case is worth $5,000,000 to F. A. Helnise and the Montana Ore Purchasing company, as it establishes their right to fully $2,000,000 worth ot ore already taken out Of the disputed ground by Mr. Helnze and claimed by the defendant, the Boston and Montana Mining company, and secures them In the right to follow the veins of the Rarus mine on their dip in the Pennsylvania ground. It is estimated that the ore yet in the territory in dispute is worth $3,000,000 or $4,000,000 more. 309, 213, 670 North Main Street. Pfcone. Washington, April 6.—Fair and warmer tonight; Tuesday, fair. Kingston, Jamaica, April ti. — The Royal Mail company's steamer Atrato, which has arrived here from Colon and Cartagena, brings the report tliut much opposition is developing to the Panama canal treaty in almost every department of Colombia except Panama. It is believed that the majority in congress, will favor the treaty, but there are fears trouble will arise because the political sltuutlpn in Colombia Is becoming more complicated, und the presidency is surrounded with uncertainty.Canal Treaty Meets Disfavor, Motorman Starts a Iliot. ]Worlc on the Reliance. C7irun/'s PRICES. Chicago, April (J.—Because he tried to force his car through u parade that was blocking traffic in Ifalstead street Motorman Zoran was shot and seriously Injured by one of the marchers. Nearly a thousand Italians who were in the parade broke ranks as soon as the disturbance began, and a riot followed, in wbich switching Irons, bricks and other missiles were used. In response to a riot call a score of policemen were on the scene in a few minutes, but before quiet could be restored several persons were severely cut and bruised. Two of the Italians who, it is supposed, did the shooting were arrested.Bristol, H. I., April 6—So far as the hull is concerned the yacht Reliance, which a syndicate made up of several members of the New York Yacht club has constructed for the defense of the America's cup against Shamrock III., Is practically completed, and the yacht will undoubtedly be launched next Saturday. A few finishing touches, such as a coat of white paint for the top sides, some Interior fittings and the letting up of the steering gear, will occupy the time until the boat goes overboard.Building and Remodeling Sale. Too kittle room now for our large stock and more coming. We are making additions. Cdrpenters are now at work. But they must have space to handle timbers. We offer these unusual values to get the gooda out of the way. A lot more like them. Gold Coin Flour $4.50 TRAGEDY IN MASSACHUSETTS. Butterfly Flour 4.50 Sunlight Flour Superlative Flour - Best Family Flour 4.50 4.50 4.00 Man Wounds a Woman Slightly and Then Killed Himself. Dondoln Graduate Commit* Suicide. Kansas City, Mo., April 0.—Epliralm li. C'ockereil, a sou of United States Senator Francis M. Cockerell of Mis souri, and Miss Hazel Ilogun of St. Louis, daughter of It. B. Hogun,xageney director of the New York Life Insurance company there, were secretly married at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Yule In St. I*ouls. They took the day train for Kansas City and now are at the Hotel Baltimore here. Mr. Cock ercll Is twenty-two and his bride nineteen. Her parents had no objection to the marriage except her youth. SMAtor'l Son Elopei. Ayer, Mass., April 6.j—A tragedy occurred at a railway station here this morning. Charles Mioulter tried to kill •Miss Lillian Wheeler. He shot the wo man twice and then shot himself dead. Miss Wheeler was not seriously wounded. Rockland, Me., April 6.—Robert J. Furwell, son of Deputy Collector of Customs E. F. Furwell, committed suicide by shooting. He was a student at Howdoin college in the class that was graduated in 11)00. In 18!)8 he received a blow while engaged in a friendly boxing bout, from the effects of which he became partially paralyzed. This physical Incapacity made him despondent.Pillsbury's Flour - 5.00 Potatoes, per bu Onions, per peck Onion Sets, 4 quarts Clover Seed 70c 20c 25c $7.50 Copenhagen, April 6.—Rumors are current among the German emperor's suit and in Danish court circles that the German Crown Prince Frederick William Is to be betrothed to Duchess Ceclle, sister of the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, whose sister, Alexandrone, Is the wife of Prince Christian, the grandson of the king of Denmark. Duchess Ceclle wus born at Schwerln on Sept. 20, 1880. The German crown prince Is four years her Senior. German Crown Prince Betrothed. Ladies' Kid Gloves, black and all colors, regular $1 kind; our special price 69c. Boys' Black and White Striped Shirts, the 25c kind, now 19e. Ladies' Black Meroerized Underskirts, worth 75c; sale price 50c. 1 lot lace curtains, 21 yards long by 35 inches wide; the 75c kind, special price 45c. 1 lot children's Handkerchiefs, the 3c kind, here for lc. 1 lot Cambric Corset Covera 8c. Hamilton, Out., April 6.—The local hospital authorities and the police are endeavoring to locate the next of kin of George W. Todd, an old man who died In the hospital on Saturday. The only Information they got from him was that he came from Onondaga county, N. Y. Attei" his death his clothes were searched, and In a pocket was found a letter addressed to George W. Todd, Forks road. Wetland county, Ont., and three passbooks of Buffalo, Syracuse and Rochester banks. The passbooks showed that lie had on deposit In the three banks about $27,000. Heirs Wanted, Timothy Seed - ' - White Clover Seed, per lb Lawn Grass Seed, per lb Hungarian Grass Seed Millet Seed 2.25 25c 18c $1.50 1.50 Fire In a Catholic Home, Troy, N. Y., April 6.—A fire occurred this morning In the House of the Good Shepherd. At the time of its discovery the Sisters, who have been on retreat, were attending services In jie chapel. Engineer Mqsea Brunnell was suffocated while trying to extinguish the flames. The firemen soon -had the blaze under control. Loss, $3,000. 25c San Bernardino. Cal., April (1.—B. P. Brown of Kedlands, who was arrested Just before the last visit of President McIClnley under Instructions from Governor Gage, who learned he had made threats against the president. Is again in the county pail, having been taken Into custody In Redlands on a similar charge. He had been overheard making threatening allusions to President ltoosevelt. Threats Agalnat Rooaevelt. 8 lbs Oatflakes 8 lbs Oatmeal 25c To Lftuch Colorado April 3ft. Tobacco, all kinds, 37c Philadelphia, April 0.—It is said at the Cramps' shipyard that the armored cruiser Colorado will be launched on April 29. Three weeks later the Penn sylvania, which is of the same type will take the water, and Miss Quay, daughter of the senator, will christen her. These two cruisers, of which six others nre to follow, will be the largest ships in the nary and, it is believed, the most effective of their class afloat. No. 3 Scoop-shovels Squibs, all kinds, *■ 10c 35c Coatlr Fire In Birmingham, Aln. Garden Seeds, all kinds, loose, Boys' 3-piece, all wool Cashmere Suits, styles, big value $1.50. Birmingham, Ala., April 6.—The immense storage house of the Birmingham Fertiliser company in East Birmingham, said to be operated in the Interest of the Virginia-Carolina Chemical company, was completely destroyed by Are, the loss being estimated at $225,000. It is yet Impossible to obtain the amount of insurance carried. all new. Coadjutor Archbishops Named. 1 lot large Cotton Batta, best cpiality, 5c. ' Hammer Handles, assorted sizes, lc. Rome, April 6.—There was an unusually larga attendance of cardinals at the session of the propaganda fide this morning. After an animated discussion, Rev. John Glennon received the appointment of coadjutor archbishop of St. Louis. Henry Moeler was appointed coadjutor archbishop of Cincinnati.William Drury, Cold Comfort From Doctors. Doctors say neuralgia is not dangerous. This is poor consolation to a sufferer who feels as if his face were pierced with hot needles and torn with a thousand pairs of pincers. A word of advice to him: Stay indoors and use Perry Davis' Painkiller. The blessed freedom from pain which follows this treatment cannot be told. There is but one Painkiller, Perry Davis', A. J. Woffoner, Grant's Doable, Dead. THE LEADIIB GROCER. 1 lot Men's Fancy Shirts with letachable cuffs, a little soiled, worth 75c and $1; your choice 26a One lot of striped Madras, the 8c kind, sale price 5c. Best Table Oil Cloth, 16Jc. 1 lot Brooms, 30c kind 23c. Good Laundry Soap, 3 large cakes 5c. Fort Plain, N. Y., April 0.—Alfred J. Wagoner, prominent in Republican politics In central New York, is dead at the age of seventy-six years. He was sheriff of Montgomery county in 1871. He bore a remarkable resemblance to President Grunt. Foar Indictment* Asnlnst Ryan. * tro' Cur Ufvsmj&48H Vtiu\f™ Bach C*vbears the nan. Xmi-Fr • ■ — ■ St. Louis, April 6.—Four Indictments have been returned by the grand jury against John J.. Ryan of the John J. Ryan Turf Investment company, which recently failed, charging him with embezzlement as bailee. Two other Indictments on the same charge were returned against Ryan and. Oscar Geppler. In Its report the grand Jury refers In scathing terms to the get rich quick concerns. ' Washington, April 0.—The enlisted men of the ships of the battleship squadron are to be given a net leave of ten days when the vessels are docked for repairs In about a month and a half. This squadron Is made up of tbC Kearsarge, Alabama, Illinois, Massachusetts, Indiana and Iowa. The men on the Maine will also be given abulia! leave. ; Tea Dajb' Leave For Sailors, fe" es In Shamrocks Ready for Trial 8pins. Weymouth, England, April 6—Shamrock III. and Shamrock I. reached Portland roads this morning ftom Glasgow. Immediately upon theiij arrival, preparations were begun to place them in ship shape for the trial spins tomorrow.ours URINARY "BARGES MUte /% AnieJarWW St. Louis, April The National* won the second game of the exhibition series from the Americans after a hard battle by a score of 8 to 5. Attendance, 20,000. A Mot Game la St. L«ala. The MAQNET You Can Get the Best Meats at the lowest prices if you buy at the Chicago Cash Mqttt Market. 87 8. Main St, Pitteton. m |
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