Pittston Gazette

              THE HOME PAPER. WEATHER INDICATIONS. For the People of Pittston and Vicinity. Forecast Until 8 p. rp. Tomorrow, for Eastern Pennsylvania. Occasional rains tonight and Saturday; light to fresh easterly wind®. ALL THE HOME NEW8. PITT5T0N, PA., FRIDAY, JULY 8, 1904. 54th YEAR. I WEEKLY ESTABLISHED 1850. 1 DAILY EST. BT THEO. HART 1882. TWO CENTS A COPY. I (' DA FORTY CENTS A MONTH, I " i AUJiO. ANOTHER composed of Bryan, Williams and David B. Hill. Unless the committee falls to agree on a financial plank the 1) dicatious point to a unanimous re- IDort on the entire platform. Ire the fight for reaffirmation of the Kansas Cdty plat' v Bryan was routed, but in tbr V* C»nd tariff planks Bryan uendments which make the £,o xlons more Emphatic. ten minutes past ten o'clock the oommlttee, for the first time since 'if% early this morning showed some in- I OnVt ain utoa-tion of reaching a definite coni *,W" Elusion. The trust plank, which was almost unanimously adopted. declares against interstate traffic in tiust made articles. It is authoritatively stated that the platform will rot have a money plank or an income tax plank. This has been made the basis of a compromise between HiH and Bryan. Member Stickn'ey called for order. Just before, leaving tlie room, he declared that some of the members of the committee reminded him of a lot of geese. He said he actually could not tell what tUey were talking about. At 9 o'clock Senator Tillman left the committee room, tired and disgusted. He said the platform would be a mile long. Hill and Bryan, he declared, are knifing each other terribly. "They have been saving this spleen up for years and, now that they have let it out, they will along better together." NORGE SURVIVORS RESCUED. THOUSANDS HOMELESS PRETTY HOME WEDDING. X » Marks the Union of Prof. M. L. Hard- BABAlk • WmWW) WWWJW.WWWWWWiW^.WWWWiWWWW tr 1 WHEN I YOU 2 iD • choose a beer, vou want the i [ | PUREST and BfST beer for * | your money. "When you insist 2 on having Talks ing and Miss Sadie Jopling; With Advertisers Prof. Merritt Lynde Harding, of Plainsville, and Miss' Sadie Jopling, daughter of Henry Jopling, one of Inkerman's best known, residents, were united in marriage last evening at 8:15 at the home of the bride. A company of 30 relatives and intimate friends witnessed the interesting ceremony and tendered congratulations to the happy couple. Florist Ellis beautified the ropms of the house vith potted plants and cut flowers, arranging an artistic floral bank as a marriage altar. Miss Grace Reld, of Scranton, a cousin of the bride, presided at the piano. Four little girls, Iyoralne. Evans, Leila Skinner, Harriet Jopling and Marjorie Jopling, all nieces of the bride with white ribbons formed an aisle through which the wedding party passed to the 'parlor. The officiating clergyman was Rev. Charles D. Skinner, a teaching fellow 1- Syracuse university. Thb bride, gowned in white silk, trimmed with point d'esprit lace, made a charming appearance. The wedding collation was served by Miss Ella Quinn, after which Prof, and Mrs. Harding left on a wedding journey that will inolude visits to New York and Boston. After Oct. 1st, they will be at home to their friends at Kingston, frof. Harding being at present engaged as teacher of Latin and Greek in Wyoming seminary. HO is a graduate of Princeton university, and for two years after graduating was a teaching fellow in that institution. He has been a lifelong resident of Plainsville, and by his attractive personality and motivated talents has won a high position in the regard of all who know him. The young woman who lias joined her life fortunes with his is esteemed for her womanly graces, her musical gifts and her activity in Sunday school work. She was handsomely remembered by friends on her wedding day, receiving many beautiful gifts of artistic aiid practical value. BLOCKADE Kansas City Suburbs Deep To build up trade, reach . Under Water. the family. To reach the family, advertise in the homo St. Louis FLOODS CAUSE LOSS OF LIFE paper, the Gazette. It is a 1Mill ™ welcome visitor each 'ay more homes in Pitts*on and vicinity than all outside daily Does Nothing. Governor Issues Call on Secretary of War For Aid—All Streams In State Are High, Resulting In Heavy Damage to Farms and Railroads. Stegmaier's BEER papers combined. Kansas City, July 8.—Armourdale, the packing house suburb of Kansas City, has been practically deserted, most of its 5,IKK) citizens having been driven from their homes by the overflow of the Kaw river for the second time in thirteen months. The river is stationary at a stage of 25.8 feet, or nine feet below the highest mark reached in the high flood of June, 1003. WAITING FOR THE PLATFORM NEAR PORT ARTHUR. One Fort In Main Defenses Taken by ![ you get the PUREST ana ! [ BEST for any money. * "Don't be jollied" into using J[ interior beer when you can ! | have Stegmaier's Beer for the | D asking. J | Order a case of our beer sent home to-day; price .50c per dozen, delivered promply Both 'phones. Japs on July 6. Chefu, July 8.—A trustworthy Chinamnn who arrived here yesterday from a point on the east coast of the Kwangtung peninsula, near Port Arthur, brings the Information.that on the 5th of July fine division of the Japanese army reached the northeast slope of Takuahan mountain, the summit of which is less than three miles from Port Arthur. This division parted from another division of the army on the highway north of Port Arthur, aftewhich it made its way through inoun tainous country. The other division continued along the main road toward the marine camp, to reach which It will have to pass over a plain, but at-, tacked by this division in conjunction with that of Takusluin mountain the marine camp will not be tenable. SHirt W aists For The Ladies. West and soutliwent of liere in Kansas #nd Oklahoma serious conditions exist, although North Topeka, where many were drowned In last year's flood and from which hundreds have now fled, is gradually resuming its normal condition. At Wichita, Emporia and Wlntleld the Cottonwood, the Neobo and the Arkansas rivers are causing disastrous floods. Will be Reported at Eight and Upwards. Mado in the choicest at y low of the most popular fabrics O'clock Tonight. PEOPLE'S STORE, £ Stegmaier Brewing Co J NEW THONE usa Nineteen More Picked up and Landed at Thorshavn All Kansas streams are high, and thousands of acres of rich farming land have already been inundated, causing losses to crops that will run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars. PITTSTON, PENN'A. ALWAYS the cheapest NO SESSION THIS AFTERNOON ixmdon, July 8.—Word was receiver today that 19 more survivors of tho wrecked steamship Norge have #Deen pickod up and landed at Thors- Ivavn, capital of the Faroe islandB. 1j5 8CDuth Main Btreot, l'tj,Uton. Farmers at a dozen different points have been forced to flee from their Fort No. 16, which is on tiie main line defenses surrounding Port Arthur, was taken by the Japanese on Jaly fi. Groceries at Lowest Prices homes. Baltic Arrives From Maiden Voyage, Seven Lives Lost. Continuing. the Chinaman declares that Russians in I'ort Arthur Hay thnt last week throe regiments of Japanese troops wore wlpwl out Just north of Port Arthur. A Russian regiment which was out reconnoiterihg was driven back b.v the three Japanese regiments, who wore in turn surrounded by two regiments of Cossacks and wiped out. Bitter Fight Between Bryan and Hill in the Commit- New York, July 8.—The new steamship Baltic, the latest addition to the fleet, of the White Star Line and the largest vessel in the world, arrived today on her maiden voyage from Livcriiool. The voyage was1 made without a hitch. J. Pierpont Morgan was among the passengers. As far as known seven lives have been lost- one at Wichita, Knn., and six at Clinton, Okla. ltailroad service south aiKkwest of tffttns'as City is demoralized, numerous washouts being JL M  GRANULATED SUGAR— tee on Resolutions. -M !%' V | 20 Pounds for $1.00 reported. BEST DELAWARE CO. BUTTER— Per Pound 23o St. IvOuis, July 8.—Permanent Chairmam Champ Clark called the fourth session of tho Democratic national convention to order this morning at 10:46. Prayer was offered by Ilabbi Sale, of St. Loiiis. In the wholesale district of Kansas City, Mo,, the water is two feet deep at St. IDouls avenue and Hickory street, three blocks from the Union station. Meats That are Warranted The very best meats to be had are what, you get. when you mako your purehasesN at the Chicago Meat Market, and at prices not equalled in the city. An unusually large stock of beef, Jamb, pork and veal 011 hand tomorrow. and it will be of a warranted quality. Your Sunday dinner will not prove a failure if you secure your roast at this reliable meat market. We strive to satisfy and always succeed. Constantly Increasing business is proof of this statement. Give us a trial. FULL CREAM CHEESE— BARBER SHOP ROBBED. The Russians say also that iu another engagement between outposts eight Japanese were killed and seventy-two were taken prisoners. These reports lack confirmation. The Itussian troops at Port Arthur still believe that an army is marching south to relieve them. Per Pound 11o Mayor Gilbert of Kansas City, Kan., ia using all the means at his command to care for the hundreds of homeless people who hnve been driven from the flood stricken districts. He has sent the following telegram to Secretary of War Taft: Tonsorial Rooms of Pacob Paiser Ent- ered Last Night. FRE8H VEGETABLES ALWAYS IN STOCK. Previous to calling the session to order, Clark said he thought there would be throe sessions of the convention today. The barber shop of Jacob Paiser. on North Main street, was entered last night 1 some time early this morning ai..i a number of barber implements taken. Entrance was gained by picking the lock of the front door. When Mr. Praiaer locked the shop last night he tried the door and found that he had locked it and he was certain of having fastened the door and windows at the rear also. When he entered the place this morning he noticed at once that, some one had been in the store and an investigation- revealed that some of his best goods had been stolen. Mr. Paiser had a supply of fine razors, straps and clippers for wholesale trade, which were taken by the Intruder, while those of inferior grade were cast aside. A box of high grade cigars was taken also. Mr. Paiser is of the opinion that the intruder was well acquainted with barber tools, for not a single cheaip grade instrument was carried TWO LB. CAN BIG DRIVE BAKING POWDER—None Better, 20o GIVE YOUR FAMILY The chairman announced that he was determined to have order and that those creating disorder would be promptly ejected by the police. It has been learned here that only one division of Japanese under General Oku occupied Kaiping. Another division of this army Is marching along the Huchau road, which turns to the northwest at Kaiping and continues to Kinkow, the port ot' Newchwang. There probably will be an encounter between this latter division and Russian forces at fclrhtanibo. This report was received from Newchwang. A third division of General Oku's army is passing along/the east side of the railroad and Is acting in co-operation with the division which is on the railroad.CORN STARCH— "Ten thousnnd people have been driven from their homes In Kansas City, Knn., by floods. I earnestly request that you direct commander at Fort Leavenworth to Issue rations." good, pure Groceries; the tasteful, health producing kind, such as we sell. Rernembor, too, that "variety is the spice of life," and it will pay you to deal at a store that carries a large and varied stock, llight there wo fill the bill again. Our goods are reliable and our prices right. Per Package.. So GINGER 8NAP8— 4 pounds for 25o The roll of states was called for the announcement of the new members of the national committee. Ovations were given the names of Taggart, of Indiana; Mack, of New York; Guffey, of Pennsylvania; Gaston, of Massachusetts; Daniels, of North Carolina, and Campan, of Michigan. The new committee was ashed to meet at the Jefferson hotel after adjournment. CHICAGO CASH MEAT MARKET, N. Main St., Opp William St. SEE OUR SCREEN DOORS AND WINDOW SCREENS. BEST IN THE CITY TO KEEP OUT THE FLIES. PRICES THE .LOWEST FOR THE SAME QUALITY. Wichita, Kan., July 8,-Wichlta Is experiencing the most serious flooCl in the history of the city, tho result of the overflow of the Arkansas river. Even the flood of 1N77, to which old residents have polnteTl, is said to have been surpassed by the volume of water that has swept--and is still sweeping over the city. All the northwestern part of Wichita is under water. Three hundred houses are surrounded, the water at many points reaching to second story windows. Wichita Has Greatest Flood. Frederick's Market for Berries Fruits and vegetables. Orders deliv ered. Both phones. BRENNAN & ROBERTS, SHOES Campbell, 42 North Main St, Next to Eaifltt Hotel At 11:10 a committee was apiDointcd to wait on the committee on resolutions and ascertain when it would be able to report. OUR SHOE DEPARTMENT IS AN IDEAL PLACE. WE CAN FIT MOSTLY ANYONE WITH THE LATEST STYLES. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. I . While engaged In special work off Tallenwan bay* on .Tilly 5 (luring n dense fog the Japanese gunboat Kai mon struck a Russian mine anil mink almost immediately. Rozelle & IT WILL PAY YOU In the meantime, calls for speeches were made. Bourke Cochran, of New York, was called for, but was not in the hall. Webster To read our new price list for this week. Groceries received new and Fatal Oklahoma Waterspout, Commander Takahachi ordered the crew to enter boats anil leave the ship, but refused to leave himself, and it Is presumed that he remained on board and went down. A majority of the crew escaped in boats. Resides C'on\- mander/Taknhashi two oflicers and nineteen men are missing. Evans Bros. Char]os A. Towne was' requested to address the convention, but refused. The crowd then yelled for Bailey, of Texas, but was unable to get him away Oklahoma City, O. T., July 8—A waterspout, accompanied by terrific wind, passed through Clinton, Okla., and vicinity at midnight in which six persons were killed and several injured. Reports from Araphie, Wetherford, Geary, Cordell, Anadarko and other points in western Oklahoma tell of great damage by flood. 19 lbs. Sugar.. 1.00 fresh The North-Western Line Russia-Japan Best Dairy Butter Best Patent Flour  Best Family Flour  Best Rye Flour, per sack $5.75 $5.50 $1.25 Atlas. 4 doz. Sweet Pickles .25 46 South Main St., Pittston. Send ten cents in stamps for Russo- Japanese war atlas issued by the Chicago & North-Western R'y. Three fine colored maps, each 14x20; bound in convenient form for reference. The eastern situation shown in detail, with tables showing relative military and naval strength and financial resources of Russia and Japan address A. L. Fisher, 82? Main St., Kansas City, Mo. Sour Pickles, per doz 10 Sliced Boiled Ham, per glass  Chip Beef, per glass, 15c and 25c The roll of states was then called for the announcement of honorary vice president's. to comply Pint Fruit Cans  Quart Fruit Cans  Half Gallon Fruit Cans 40c 50c 65c For WEDDINGS Clnuiare V For FUNERALS ■ lUHdf* i Outposts In a Sharp Fight. Prunos, 2, 3 and 4 lbs 25 Rice, 3 and 5 lbs 25 Pint Mason Jars, per doz... .45 Quart Mason Jars, par doz.. .50 2 quart Mason Jars, per doz. .05 Jelly Glasses* per doz 25 Fine Brick and Limburger Cheese Fresh Vegetables every mornhig. Captain Richmond P. Hobson, hero of the Merrimac, was finally prevailed on to address the convention. Liaoyang, July N.—The Japanese, led by Chinese guides, have badly cut up two companies of Russian troops, near 'the village of Afatoy. During a thick fog the Japanese surrounded and destroyed the Russian outposts. The rest of the Russians at the post after a desperate struggle cut their way through the Japanese lines, losing eighty of their men. The Japanese also lost heavily. There have been three successive clear, hot days,1 and the roads are drying rapidly, and serious fighting is expected at any time. The Russian troops are in good health and spirits. Just what you want in floral decorations on short notioe. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) £ J.B.GARPENTER. IIITB IT. hetki iorq BASEBALL. Delaware county Butter . Full. Cream Cheese  ..22c ..10c ..10c ..10c At 11:37, the platform committee announced that a unanimous report, of the committee Avould be made at 8 o'clock this evening. There will be no minority report. Result* of Games In the American and Eaatern Leagues. AMERICAN LEAGUE. At New York—Boston, 4; New Vork, 1. Gibson. Farrell; Chesbro, McGulre. ' At Cleveland—Detroit, 2; Cleveland, 4. Mullen. AVood; Joss, Bemls. STANDING OF THE CLUBS. w. U. P.C. W. L,. P.C. Boston.... 43 22 . 662 Phila'phi* 32 31 .508 New York 40 24 .625 St. Louis. 27 33 .450 Chicago... 39 28 .582 Detroit.... 27 36 .429 Cleveland. 33 27 . 550 Wash'ton. 11 51 .177 EASTERN LEAGUE. At Montreal—Buffalo, 3; Montreal, 4. Kissinger, Shaw; Pappalau, McManus. At Toronto—Rochester, 5; Toronto, 2. Shultz. McAuley; Faulkenberg. Raub. At Providence—Newark, 3; Providence, 4. Pardee, Lynch; Putman, Bevllle. STANDING OF THE CLUBS. w. L,. P C. w. I.. P.O. Buffalo.... 34 22 . 607 Montreal.. 26 27 . 491 Baltimore 34 22 .607 Toronto. . 27 31 .4iiii Jersey C'y 33 23 .589 Provt'enee 25 30 .465 Newark... 28 29 Rochester.. 16 39 . 291 Bacon  California Hams Lewis is Always Prepared. New Potatoes, per sack . Cabbage, per lb  Beets, 3 bunches for  ,3Qc . 3c ,10c The convention then adjourned un til 8 o'clock this evening. June, the month of marriages, is past, yet this iDeriod hasn't a mortgage on these delightful events. Cupid oil tlio alert at all seasons of the year, necessitating the purchasing of presents. Birthday anniversaries do not all come in one month either. They are with us all the time, and there is a constant demand for gifts for these occasions. No matter at what time presents are demanded, Lewis, the jeweler, is always prepared with the finest stock of novelty and staple jewelry in the city. Our customers have confidence in us and know that anything we sell them is the genuine article. A large stock of staple jewelry. Special Prices for This Week at the Magnet. We place on sale this week a portion of our largo stock of Summer Goods, all fresh and new. See what we have: St. Louis, July 8.—The committee on resolutions of the Democratic national convention, at 5 o'cloclc this morning, by a vote of 35 to 15, struck out the plank declaring the monetary system no longer a political issue. The light against the plank was led by W. J. Bryan, who, during the discussion, which at times became very bitter, was verbally assailed by Senator Daniel, of Virginia. The senator questioned tho propriety of a man who had twice led the party to defeat agaiin attempting to dictate the issue on which those battles were fought and lost. RED 8TAR TRADING STAMPS. Nabob Coffee, M. & J Club House  Lion Coffee  Arbuckles' .,  25c 35c 12'/8c 12/ac LEGAL NOTICES. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Kip Herring, 20c; 3 cans 50c 1 Lot Children's 5c vests, 3c f Lot China cups and saucers worth 15c, they're yours for, each 4c 1 Lot Men's Fancy Shirts assorted lot, slightly soiled, worth 50c, 75c, and $1.00 your choice.. 25c 1 Lot Ladies' White Piquet Belts, latest shapes, worth 25c yours now for 10c 1 Lot Ladies' Lace Stook Collars, worth GOc and 75c these at 25c 1 Lot Laporte Washable Lawn Caps, very handsome, somer thing new, worth 50c, hore for 4 25c 1 Lot 22c Hemp Carpet on sale, price 14c 1 Lot Boy's Washable Percalo Waists reduced to -12Jc Large assortment of Sun Bonnets all colors, worth every whore 15c, your choice 10c 1 Lot Ladies' 15c Cambric Corset Covers 9c Children's confirmation wreaths New York Stock Markets, furnished by M. S. Jordan & Cp., stock brokers, Miners' Bank building. SouBed Mackerel 20c; 3 cans 50c Canned Lobster 20c and 35c CERTIFICATE BEEXTEND1N0 CIIA11TEK William Drury, New York, July '8, 1904 Office of Comptbolleb of tiik Currency TreasubyJDepahtment, Am Sugar .. . Am .Car & F ., Amal Copper . Atchison com . Atctyfcon pfd b. R. T. .. B. & O  Can Pacific .. Clies & Ohio . C. F. I  Erie  Ill Central .. L. & N  Manhattan .. Met St Ry .. M. K & T. .. Mo Pacific .. N. Y. Central N'orf & West . High. ..128% .. 16% .. 51% .. 74% ...94% .. 50% .. 82% ..12514 .. 32% .. 31 .. 25% ..134D4 ..112% .. 150% . lix .. 38% .. 91% ..117% .. 58% l»w. Cloee. 127% 128% 15% 16% 50% 51% 73% 74% 94% 94% 50 50% 81% 82% 124% 125% 32% 32% 30% 30% 24% 25% 133% 133% 111% 112% 149% 150% 116% 117% 37% 38% 91 91% 117% 117% 58 58% Washington, I). C.. Juno 23. lWM- Whereas, liy satisfactory evidence presented to the undersigni-d. It lins been made to apiwar Jthat 'T]he First National Hank of Pittston." located iu the City of Pitta ton, in the County of litizirno ami mate of Pennsylvania, Mas complied with nil the provisions of the Act of Congress "to enable National Ranking Associations to extend theiroorpor«te existence, and for other purpose*," approved July 12. ihh'j, as amended by the Act. approved April 12. 1902: Now, therefore. L Thomas P. Kane, Deputy liud Acting Comptroller of the Currency, do hereby certify that "The First National Hank of Pittwton." lixmted in the City of Pittston. In th1' County of Luzerne and State of Pennsylvania. is authorised to have succession for the iDeriod specified in its amended articles of association: namely, until close of business on June 23.1924. In testimony whereof witness my hand and seal of ufflcc this twenty-third day of June, lt)04. Leading Grocer of Wyo. Valley, 11-13 SOUTH MAIN ST. Warehouse on Charles Street. LEWIS, THE JEWELER, 22 N. Main Street. Fire at Chautauqua, When the financial plank was taken up by the committee, which has been almost continuously in session since Wednesday afternoon, David B. Hill, of New York; Senator Daniel, of Virginia; Senator Carmack, of Tennessee, and Poe, of Maryland, were among those who pleaded earnestly for the retention in the platform bf the plank favorably reported by the sub-committee, Bryan, Ex-Senator Pettigrew, of South Dakota, Shlvely, of Indiana, and Fleming, of Wisconsin, were among the foremost members who advocated absa' ite silence on the financial .question! /it was after Bryan had made an em iliatic declaration against what he considered an attempt at repudiation of the platforms of 1896 ami 1900 that ftenator Daniel spoke. His remarks were sharp and brought a flush to the face of Bryan, but the latter remained quiet. Daniel was finally called to order by Acting Chairman Tillman, of the committee. Chautauqua, N. Y., July 8.—Fire last evening destroyed the block of frame buildings within the Chautauqua Assembly grounds, where the various supply houses are located. The timely arrival of fire fighting apparatus- from Jamestown and Mayvllle saved the large buildings and hulls from destruction. The loss will not exceed $20,000. Drinks That are Refreshing Cooling drinks have the call these warm days and fortunately we are prepared to supply our trade with everything of this character that is refreshing, stimulating and fit to drijik. We are also prepared to stock the picnic basket with choice dainties. How about Helnz's 57 specials, for instance? We have them all. Tomorrow we will have all the vegetables In season, also fruits and crisp celery. If You Dr|nk Beer, Drink The Best Ogdonsburg, N. Y., July 8.—Professor Moore, bacteriologist of the State Veterinary college at Ithaca, and Chief State Veterinary Kelly of Albany'have just completed an Investigation of the disen«£ that has caused the death of a large number of cattle iu the eastern part of St. Lawrence county and pronounce It anthrax. Anthrax In Northern Now York. T. V. KANE, Pabet Milwaukee Beer. GRACE'S GROCERY STORE, South Main Street. SEAL Dnnnty ami Aetinft Dtrolln*- of tht- Ourron /oinpl tir'of tin' Cm.„jioy ExteiiMii Dn No. Ml Charter No. 478 Yuengllng'a Pottsvllle Porter. St. Paul 145% 144% 145% UpSTATE OF ELIZABETH LANCE WILlimns. Lute of Pittston, deceased. Letters testamentary upon the abovt! named estate having been granted to the undersigned. all persons indebted to said estate are requested to make payment, and those having elaims or demands to present the same without delay, to _  J. N. ANDERSON, FRANK E. 8HIFFER, Attorney. IDA V. STALEi. J7.S4.1.8.16.M Tempting Specials. Ont & West Pen-nsylvanhi 28% 118 27 116% 27% 117% Brigg'a Elmlra Ale. IJttlb neck and chowder clams. Don't that sound tempting? These are the specials offered by Sharp, at his up-to-date market. The most seasonable things for the .table are always kept In stock by Mr. Sharp, but tomorrow his market will contain an unusual variety of choice fruits and vegetables fresh lrom the farm. Everything in season and at reasonable prices. Peo Gas 99% 98% Delivered at your residence In caeea Reading .. Rock Island .. So Pacific So Rwy com .. T. C. & I .. Texas Pacific .. Union Pacific .. tJ. S. Rubber .. U. S. Stoel .... U. S. Steel pfd 50% 48% 50% Havana Harbor Workers Stride. of 2 dor. pint bottles. for 25c Ladies' Shirt Waists all re- Havana, July 8.—A strike of the Havana harbor workers has been inaugurated in which It Is estimated 8,000 men nre Involved and In which a dozen different unions are affected. Tlie lightering and loading of ships anchored In the bay Is wholly suspended. duced from 25c. TESTATE OF WILLIAM 11. SAX. LATE OF -lowest Pittston, deceased. Letters testamentary upon «ie above named estate having been grantecFlo the uiidersigned, all persons indebted tosnid estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay, to J. N. ANDERSON. WILLIAM E. SAX. T. JL DURKIN. — MAGNET The committee, after eliminating the sub-committee's plank regarding thle financial question, .decided to leave the question of a satisfactory financial pinnk to a sub-committee 45 8. Main St. Both 'phones. Corner Dock Street. SHARP'S MARKET, Opposite Gazette Office, Dr. T. O. Welsh, dentist, 25 f. Main, V'abash 34% 34% 34% 87 S. Main St, Pittston. M.'Jl.l.MS.'Ji. i -J