Pittston Gazette

              jjiftgtonM©rCGajctfc, w=a"?*tcr indications. THE HOME PAPER, 7 Forecase Until 8 p. nr., tomorrow Eastern Pennsylvania. D0' llain tonight; colder *• o' crn portion; Frirta , 4»k •gvCiA®ti«»r; brisk southeasterly C, to westerly winds For the People of Pittston and \  Vicinity. ALL THE HOME NEWS. 55th YEAR. I WEEKLY ESTABLISHED 1850. 1 DAILY EST. BY THEO. HAItT 1889. PITTSTON, PA., THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 1904. TWO CENTH A COPY. I Q pAfi IpU FORTY CENTS A MONTH. ( & JriVljiLC5. 12,500 PEOPLE (LEAD THE GAZETTE EVERY DAY. Advertisers can reach the entire 12,500 people through this one paper, at a very low rate. The Gazette covers Pittston and vicinity thoroughly and is an economical and efficient medium for advertisers—in fact, the only medium by which the people of Pittston and vicinity can be reached. A REPUBLICAN RALLY. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. 1)1 I We FIGHTING SLACKENS. slim Oynma and tiint Ceneral Knropatkin is preparing to renew the struggle as soon as the roads become dry. Many continue to believe that intends to return to the line of the Hun river. SEVEN PERISH IN GALE New Goods Root, Fairbanks and Higgins Address New York Stock Markets, furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers, Miners' Bank building. Repeat Voters In Madison Square Garden. Swarm over this store like *lDees over a hive. Every department is crowded with the latest and most deeiraiblc for present and future use, and the prices—well, a little lower than usual. The following special offerings ought to interest th/riltfy buyers. Many Vessels Wrecked on Lower Florida Coast—Damage on Land Also. New York, Oct. 20.— Republicans held a mass meeting In Madison Square Garden last night. Several overflow meetings were held outside. Speeches were made by Ellhu Root, Frank W. Higgins, Senator Fairbanks, the candidate for vice president, and George A. Knight of California. Senator Fairbanks and Secretary Sliaw spoke also in Brooklyn. New Oct. 20, Low. 135% 26 28 63 I, 1904. Close. 136% 26 28% 64% 86li 102 68 94% 132 % 44 V. Bad Condition of Roads Hinders Japanese From Making Victory Decisive. The reappearance of Viceroy Alexeieff at Mukden Wednesday for a conference Is not particularly reassuring, as such conferences in the past have not been fruitful of success. Am Sugar .. . Am Car & F . Am 1xh:o .. . Amal Copper . Atchison com Atchison pfd . B. R. T  B. & 0  Can Pacific .. Chcs & Ohio . Col Southern . C. F. I  Erie .. .. Ill Cen-tral .. L. & N  Manhattan .. Met St Ry .. M.. K. & T. .. Mo Pacific .. N. Y. Central . Norf & West . St. Paul .. .. Ont & West . Pennsylvania . Peo Gas .. .. Raatling .. Rock Island .. So. Pacific .. So Rwy' com . T. C. & I. .. Texas Pacific . Union Pacific . TJ, S. Leather U. S. Steel .. U. S. Steel pfd Wabash .... that it matters not what claims or assertions are DRESS GOODS 8o% made by tlie "other fellow." 52 inch High Lustre Brillia.ntine, black, navy, brown, good value at 75c; special price 50c a yard. BLANKETS DYAMA CROWDS RUSSIAN LEFT BIG REINFORCEMENTS SEAMEN SAVED ON WRECKAGE 101% The fact still remains that Large Armies are Being Sent Out by 66% Both Russia and Japan Marching clubs came from all sections of the city and converged In Mad- square. They filled the streets for blocks around and attracted a crowd to the vicinity of the garden. In addition to the local organisations whicli Were on parade the famous Americus club of Pittsburg came to act as an escort to the speakers, and clubs were present from Philadelphia, Hartford and Now Haven. 93% Tokyo Feels Certain That Mikado's Commander Will Follow Up the Enemy and Not Allow the Recent Desperate Struggle to Go For Nothing. A Violent Blow Looked For. Rome; Oct. 20.—The Italia Militaire ha's a dispatch from Tokio which Most Serious Disaster of Great Storm Was Foundering of British Schooner Melrose — Vessel Upset by Tremendous Wave and Passengers and Crew Swept Overboard. 132% 44 Stegmaier's 100 pairs full size clean, perfect Blankets, in grey, tan and white, with fancy border, worth $1.25; our price 98c pair. 54% ,37% 54% 39% S5% 144% lP5tf 158% 126% dates that ninety transports lef: Sasefco, Japan, yesterday with 74,- 000 men anCl 200 guns, together with ammunition and clothing, all bound for Manchuria. The second army, the correspondent says, will consist of 400.000 men and 1,000 guns. 35 Va 144 134 15S 123 Beer CHILDREN'S COATS fmirttf'Toss than real value. Are you thinking of buying a child's coat. If so it will pay you to investigate the great bargains we are offering at $1.38, $2.98, $3.50, $4.00 and $4.50. Tokyo, Oct. 20.-**Bulletins Jnterspersing despatches from Field -Marshal Oyaina received last night and early this morning indicate the Russian left is in a perilous position and that decisive action by Generals ICuroki and Nodzu may lie expected shortly in spite of the terrible condition of the roads, which has broken the general hostilities into a string of outpost engagements. Kuroki in a steady forward movement, fighting every foot of the way, lias driven the Russian left ygalnst Ueneral Kuropatkin's center, and N'odzu from his position between the Sliakhe and 1'aitap rivers, east of the railroad, is ramming the Kussian center hourly. West Phlm Bench, Fin., Oct. 20.—One of the most violent tropical hurricanes of recent years has Just passed over the lower Florida peninsula and lias left death and destruction in its path. Berlin, Oct. 20.—The Mukden correspondent wires that. General Kuropatk4n will be reinforced within three weeks by a complete army corps, consisting of five divisions of light infantry and many batteries of quick-firers. The Japanese, he says, nro doomed unless they defeat the Russians in decisive fash'ion beforo the arrival of these fresih troops. Former Secretary of Wnr Klihu Iloot presided, and when |n his speech assuming the chair he mentioned the name of Roosevelt there was a demonstration which lasted (for fully ten minutes. ('.ollejjp clubs jfrom Yale, Harvard, Columbia and! Princeton gave their calls and added to the din. 56 % 103% 132% 56MD 104 133% 73 171% iOV„ pxcols all others for Purity, The most serious accident to shipping was the foundering of the threemasted British schooner Melrose off the Florida coast Saturday morning. Seven lives were lost, and the five survivors were without food and water nearly four days. Age ami Quality A clieer- UNDEARWEAR 71% 171% iug, sustaining, dependable Ladies' Fleece Lined Ribbed Vests and Pants', pearl buttons, silk trimmed, every garment extremely full, a regular 35c garment for 25c. 36% 135 136 107 D4 75% 29 y4 beverage backed up by fifty 106% years of success, Insist on NIGHT GOWNS Lieutenant Governor Higglns' speech was mainly devoted to a reply to charges made In public speeches by Judge Herrick and others relating to extravagant canal payments and abuses in state hospitals for the insane. 74% Laving Ladies' Flannelette Night Gowns, made from a good heavy clothe full size and nice variety of patterns, very special, price 50c each. Among the lost was Mrs. llallen, the bride of an Angeiican clergyman engaged In missionary work on Kxuina island, in the West Indies, She owned Nice island, near tin* inquipi of the St. John's river, a valuable Estate and other property Interests In .Florida. 2S7& [ Stegmaier Brewing Co it. There is none St. 'Petersburg, Oct. 20.—Lieuten- Lieutenant General Sakharoff reports that no skirmishes took place yesterday. In giving an account of the disaster to one of the detachments of Cossacks on Oct. 18th, he says the horses and all the Cossacks were killed or wounded. It is noted that, Sakharoff made no mention of a disaster to two Japf.nese divisions reported in the unofficial dispatches. 60% 34 61% 34-% 56 Vi just as good, 55% 34 One case of Children's heavy cream fleece linerl Underwear, J)oth vest* and pants', all sizes, from 10c np. The enemy's left last niifht maintained a determined resistance with artillery, but was not able to keep the range when Kuroki shifted his position, even the lighter Held guns being bogged in the heavy mud. It was apparent the safety of Kuropatkin's left depended wholly oil the fineness of his center, which, it also was evident, could not long withstand the furious and frequent attacks of Nodzu's Infantry.Senator Fairbanks devoted his remarks largely to the .tariff and was given a warm weleontp. 34% 13 21 81% 43% 105% Mrs. llallen arrived in Jacksonville several months ago and put her young son, by lier first marriage, in school. She decided to return to her husband in the West Indies and took passage on the Melrose. When the craft was within fifteen miles of Abace island, in the Bahama group, a tremendous wave struck the vessel anCl upset her. The passengers and crew were washed overboard. That was the last seen of Mrs. llallen. 12% 20 80% 42% PITTSTON, PENN'A. PEOPLE'S STORE, J | NEWk'PHONE 5«2 Wayne, YV. Va., Oct. -'0.—Henry G. Davis ended his whirlwind campaign through West Virginia at Wayne last night, in addressing his audience hPre, he said: "We are now concluding a trip of 1,300 miles, which has occupied ten days. We have trossed the state 300 miles east and west three times and once north and south, visiting seventy-eight cities and towns. At night at the large places we have had two separate meetings. The number of people in attendance at all the meetings is estimated at Wr hiirr Davis Ends Campaign Tour. ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST, is South Main Street, Httston. No Trading Stamp Puiccs here. C. E. Kirby, Undertaking and Em- Rome, Oct. 20.—A 'telegram from Tokio states that Field Marshal Oyama has advised the general staff that he expects to enter the city of Mukden next week. balming, Rcsidcncc 223 Linden St., West Pittston; or call Haltzel's Furniture Co. stftre, or at 15 Market St.; or J. B. Kiaby's, Kennedy St. lOolm tSQ Oyster Marshal Oyama's advance forty-eight hours ago was within ten miles of Mukden, and whereas the war oltlce suppresses information of its precise whereabouts this moruing there is reason to believe parts of the Japanese army by this time are north of that line. General Oku. on the west, holds IJnchenpo, north of the Sliakhe river Copenhagen, Oct. 20.—The Russian Baltic fleet, which* yesterday left the great, belt, anchored off Shaw last night, where the vessels are completing their coaling. Crackers Charles II. Weller of XassaA and Ills jronng wife were among the passengers. They clung to the rigging of the vessel. One of the masts snapped in two and struck Mrs. Weller In the head, at the same time breaking Mr. Weller's arm. Mrs. Weller was not Hamburg Liner Delayed Dover, Eng., Oct. 20.—The Hamburg American liner— from New flcFor Dover and Hamburg, due arrive here on Tuesday, has not For balance of this week 5 lbs. for 25c London, Oct. 20.—A dispatch from gone — com bi'ijwrflToro than half of the coimtle tire state, containtiu; about f fjun-tlis of its population." lParker Dine3 Out After Busy D IN'ew York, Oct. 20.—Judge Pa v»a the guest of honor last night dllner given by jStute Senator VI J. IDowling at the Democratic C Th* other guests were John 1$. Donuild, John Fox, Jr.; Charles 1''. ph.v\carl Meyer nnd William S. 1 WhllcvNhidgVi Parker was engagei day In reSjivim? political friends at ■ .pn.M.i«.i.+u f'w lll|[|''"'r less than usuyl. Populist Candidate Out. 1 Rochester, N. Y., Oct 20.—OaTe Drew of this city, candidate foC£ s ties, i of St. Petersburg state® that a rumor is current there that General Kuroki. in command rtf the Japanese right at Shahke river, is dying from dysentery. No confirmation of the reiport is obtainable. yet. reached port and west of the railway, besides ,a hill Uree- Plymouth, Eng.. Oct. 20.—The Pretoria was sighted off Dungeness at 11:45 this morning. The defay of the vessel was caused by heavy fog and near that town commanding the peninsular road, lie also was in possession The vessel wns driven before the gale toward the Florida coast and when within a few miles of the shore was struck by a heavy wave and sunk. 0. J. ICelly, captain of the vessN; bis brother, Mr. Weller and two others drifted on wreckage and were washed ashore Just north of this point. seeu again, V V yesterday of Clianchinpo, which is near »Paitap and under his guns in Linchenfao. Nodzu is known to have seized Kwalandtssy. east of Nliakhe, from which pilint it appears he is launching his assaiilts on Kuropatkin's center. Fighting Along Whole Front. Although the opposing forces in compi irison to the heavy lighting of the pi ccedlng few days ure almost resting on their arms, battles are continuous at p(pints along the whole front. The .lap- ii-ker nt n gales Stockholm, Oct. 20.—The movements of Russian forces on the Swedish border has caused great uneasiness in official circles. It is feared that, in order to permit her withdrawal from the far eastern war, Russia Ik planning to create a dispute with Norway' and Sweden and then seize the Atlantic ports. IF A TIP IN CASH Ictor ™  under GGHJUN UW8, la Excellent for is welcome, a tip that means cash for all who act on it, should be Jill). Murtodle.all hia GOUT, SPRAINS/ Lameness, Rheumatism, etc. OR. RICHTER'S World-Renowned also welcome. Other Vessels Lost. You must oash an opportunity to make it of any use to you, and our store is the spot of spots to carry on this profitable business, because we offer a forest of chances for value seekers, etc. The four masted schooner James E. Judge of Philadelphia, from Havana to Jacksonville, is wrecked on the beach here. Ilcrfcrew was saved. The steamship* Martinique of the Peninsular and Occidental Steamship company, plying between Havana and Miami, is aground off Powey Koch light, sixty miles south of this point It is reported that considerable dam age has been flone to her hull. All tlw passengers are safe. GINGER SNAPS wa«J "ANCHOR" PAIN EXPELLER. Paris, Oct. 20.—According to the St. Petersburg correspondent of the Temps the defeat of two Japanese divisions at Sluahke river has been anlese infantry bears the brunt of the Dglhtintf today, the cavalry being of little use because the roads practically are impassable for horses. Only the II L. BRENNAN & ROBERTS, 5 lbs. for bch* Brooklyn,NewYork,May23'?l89C . Richters-ANCHOR PAIN EXPELLER"is the equal L" 1 ofanyanotiynelinime.it in the world. It relieves wShtf pains.reduces swellings. JSrOW It should be  OF _ out of man' mountain batteries of the artillery are Washington, Oct. 20.—The State department this morning transmitted to the American embsssy at St Petersburg, for transmission to the foreign office of the Russian government, the formal protest made by the Japanese government against the alleged use of Chinese costumes by the- Russian sold'iers in Manchuria. This government acts in the matter merely yi the medium of transmission and wilt take no part in the dispute. confirmed tiiry of state on tlie Populist ticket, lms withdrawn from tlic race. Iu a sworn statement Mr. Drew says lie has become convinced that the Populist movement in this state is a sham. Ifot up for the purpose of deceiving enough honest men to defeat the regu lar Democratic ticket. U North Maiu St. Next to Eagle Hotel 25c mobile enough for the rapidly changing attacks on the Russian center and left made by Nodzu and Kuroki through the past twenty-four hours. Dispatches from General Oku's headquarters informed the war board last night the Russians had built heavy defenses two miles south of the I Inn river, where there were no natural barriers to the Japanese advance. General Oku believes the Russian general intends to make a stand at that point, although it has been learned from maps captured by his troops tiiat C ieneral Kuropatkin arranged for a series of retreats with as much military skill as many comuianders would devote to forward movements. The point near the Hun is believed to be one of the several designated by Kuropatkin as places where stands of varying ilura- (7)rury's prices. The three masted German schoonet Zion, Captain Hemmes, which sailed from Pensacola for London on Sept. IM. with a cargo of lumber, was dismantled and is stranded just south of this point. The crew came ashore or wreckage. The vessel and cargo, it is believed, will be a total loss. 345 CLIN Now is the time to buy fresh new goods. 25c. and SOcTat all druggist*'pftbrougti iF. Ad. Blehter * Co., 215 Petri St, New York i 36 HIGHEST national IWARDSj Recommended by prominent Phy. Wholesale and Retail Mini»ter»,et&^^^m^ Bryan's Indiana Tour. Honest Weight. Honest Goods. Is our Motto. Evansviile, ind., Oct. 20.—The audience assembled iu Evans hall last night for the meeting which closed the itinerary of the seventh day of William J. Bryan's tour iu Indiana was one ot the largest Democratic gatherings evei held In this city. When the speakei was escorted into the hall he was given Nabob Coffee, one pound free with coupons .... 25c Evans Bros. St. Petersburg, Oct. 20.—A report is current this afternoon that the Russian vanguard on the west front on Tuesday surrounded a battalion of Japanese infantry which was forced to surrender. The detachment under General Mitsehenko is also said to have compelled two battalions of Japanese to retreat. The Japanese are said to be slowly retiring, but no confirmation of these reports is at The Norwegian bark Rainfoxe. froir, Campeche for Europe, Captain Logwood, ran ashore on Manjuesa reel during the storm. The crew was res cued by the scli'oonef Welcome and landed on Marquena bench. Arbuckles' Coffee Ijion Coffee.. Club House  Positura Cereal... Grocery Price List. 44 and 46 South Main St. The wind attaihed*a maximum velocity of seventy-five miles per hour here The chief damage on land was done by the rain. In the surrounding countrj the fruit and vegetable crops were damaged. an ovation. Grain—O Sweitzer Cheese.., Imported Swiss  Limburger  Brick Cheese  Full Cream Cheese A Guard For New Cruiser. Canned Com 3 cans Peas., 3Jcans Pumpkin  3 large cans Baked Beans. .. 25 c Clam Chowder 10c and 20c Best Teas 50c Best Coffee 35c Old Holland Coffee 25c Signature Tea, all binds 50c Finest line of Brick, Limburger 10c, 12R 15c 25c 25c a MAGNET tion were to be made. In that event Philadelphia, Oct 20.—In compliance with an order received at the League Island navy yard from Washington a detail of marines has been sent to Cramps' shipyard to ghard the armored cruiser Pennsylvania, which is receiving the finishing touches preparatory to a builders' trial. On the ways are the armored cruiser Tennessee and the battleships Idaho and Mississippi. With the regularly detailed watchers employed by the Cramp company the marines will pay special attention to the Pennsylvania and Tennessee. . the enemy may fall back on the Hun as soon as Oku's vanguard engages the Russian right in force, which development is expected to follow Immediately on the drying of the roads. Penetration of the Russian center by General Nodzu Is likely to prevent the withdrawal of the enemy's right beyond the Hun. It Is certain to have a still more disastrous result for Kuro- Potatoes, per bushel Aples, per bu  Turnips, per bu  Onions, per bu  Carets, per bu  parsnips, per bu.... Cabbage,  55c hand Death of General Ruggles. 50c Today is your day to see us for values. The longer you wait the more you lose. Every price represents full value. A dollar buys more here than elsewhere. SOLDIER HERO SUICIDES Washington, Oct. 20.—General George D. Ruggles, retired, for several years manager of the Soldiers' home In this city, Is dead at the George Washington University hospital.' He was a nativt of New York and a graduate of Wesl Point, hut at the outbreak of the civil war entered the volunteer army anil became adjutant "general of a brigad* from Pennsylvania, later taking th( leading part in organizing the Army ol the Potomac. After the battle of Get tyshurg be became adjutant genera: of Meudes' army. In 1H03 General Rubles was appointed adjutant gen eral of the army, retiring for age just prior to the Spaulsh-Americun war. 50c 80c G5c 70c Called a Thief by a Man who Loaned Him Money He Ended His Life. New York, Oct. 20.—Adam Engle and Sweitzer in town. Try our 01am Chowder at 10c and 20c can. It is fine. William Drury, Infants' Wrappers, all wool, nicely silk trimmed, worth 50c; yours for 10c pntkin, because it cannot fail to leave hardt, aged 57 years, a German soldier who served with distinction during the Franco-Prussian war, committed suicide in this city this morning by shooting himself. In 1902, white in Germany, Englehardt's son entered the army, and the father gave him a farewell banquet. A sergeant gave the young man disinfectant to drink as a practical' joke and the young fellow died. Later, Englehardt killed the sergeant and then fled to this country. Recently he has been in financial straits, and, because of being called a thief by a friend who loaned him money, which he spent for a purpose other than that for which it was given, ende'd his life. the Russian left at the mercy of Nodzu and Kuroki. Marshal Oyama Is mov- Leading Grocer of Wyo. Valley, 11-13 SOUTH MAIN ST. Warehouse on Charles Street. One lot full size double blanket, white and grey, your choice 50c. ing his three main armies to force the enemy east of the railroad. Ithaca, N. Y.t Oct. 20.—Goldwin Smith of Toronto laid the cornerstone of the Hall of Humanities at Cornell university, which bears his name and is being constructed at a cost of $250,- 000. University exercises were suspended during the service. "President Jacob G. Sehurmnn, former President I)r. Andrew D. White and Dr. Charles Mellen Tyler were present. In tlie deposit box were university records, mementos of Goldwin Smith and current issues of daily papers. Goldwin Smith Lays Cornerstone. It is regarded as absurd here to suppost? Marquis Oyama would permit all the tierce and successful fighting of the last few days to go for nothing. Campbell, Rozelle & Webster Five cases large clean cotton batts, worth regular ten cents'; special 5c. T. A. DURKIN. Large assortment of top collars, stocks and lace collar forms 5c- HOSTILITIES CHECKED Ladies' Flannelette Night Dresses, all styles, from 50c. To Arrest Or. Labori's Murderers. 57 S. Main St. Bartel's Bottled Beer, Ale and Porter, 2 doz. cases $1.00 Feed, per 100 lbs 11.20 Pabst Bottled Famous Milwaukee Beer, 2 doz. cases $1.20 Potatoes, fancy stock, per pk .20 Pure Rye Whiskey, full quart bottles 75c to $1.50 Chase & Sanborn's Teas and Coffees at same price you are paying for inferior quality. Bass's Ale, Guiness's Stout. Dairy Butter 21 ltn'd and Domestic Wines & Gins Mineral or Table Waters. Heavy Rains Have Compelled a Cessa Washington, Oct. 20.—John Tyler American vice consul general at Te herau, Persia, has cabled the state de purtment that the shah has telegraphed the crown prince of Tabriz to arrest immediately the murderers of Dr Luborl, the American missionary wht was killed many months ago by fanat ical Persians. Some of the men al ready have been apprehended, and Mr Tyler's telegram is understood to meat that the others are now to be brought to justice. Domette Flannel, light or dark colors, 5c a yard. St. Petersburg. Oct. 20.—For the moment It Is evident heavy rains and Impassable roads have compelled a suspension of active operations. tiori of Fighting, LE I NOTICES. rpHE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE BOR- J- oufclt of Duryea will offer for sale at the office of its solicitor, ro4u 17 Miners' Bank Building. PIttston. Pa., on October asth. 1904. bMween the hours of a and a p. in., ts.uuo of coupon bonds. These bonds are to be dated Nov. 1. 1904, are payable in la years from their date, or after S years from their date, at the option of the Board, are to bear interest at the rate of « |Der cent, per annum, and to be of the denomination of tm*C each. Men's Heavy Fleeced lined shirts and drawers, worth 50c; our special Colored Bishop Dead. price 39c. There is evidence of a new disposition of the forces on both sides. General Kuropatkin Is extending his right, whether with a view of a turning movement for the safety of Lone Tree hill, the importance of wlileh point is fully realized by the Japanese, who have attempted to retake it in two night attacks, or whether to meet and thwart a Japanese turning movement from the west, lias not yet developed. The Japanese also appear to be shifting weight to the westward. . Charleston, S. C., Oct. 20.—Bishop Mom C. Clinton of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion church died today at Lancaster, aped aeventy-four years. He hud been over fifty years in the ministry, having preached when a slave before the civil war. His Jurisdiction extended over" Tennessee, Florida and western North Carolina. Parker May Make a Few Speeches. We have a large line of ladles' pocket books and belts at special New York, Oct 21.— Several prCDmC inent visitors' at Hotel Seville this !• srnlng are inclined to believe that Judge Parker may yet be induced to :nake one or two speeches besides those that he will deliver at Rosemont, before the campaign closes. He realms to Fsopirs this afternoon at 4 o'clock, ami will there complete the speeches to be delivered on Friday and Saturday to visiting delegations. * prices, A. J. THOMPSON. Sec'y. A. T. Walsh, Solicitor. lao-st-wis See our line of ladles' and children's furs. We have a large stock and know the quality and price will please you. j Bridgeport, Conn., Oct. 20.—The planl of the Bridgeport Boiler Works company has been destroyed by lire, with a prolmble loss of about $8,000. Tht building of the Jackson Stone compuny was also burned; loss, $3,000. Fire at Bridgeport, Conn. For PaintinK the outside of Yatesville Borough School House will be received by the Yatesville School Board. All Bids must be in the hands of Secretary not later than Wednesday, November 9th. 19u4, The Board reserves the rights to accept or reject any or all Bids. Any Information will be trlven by calling on ARTHUR BROWN. Secretary. It. Yates. Luzerne Co.. Pa. PROPOSALS Montreal, Oct. 20.—Tom Burrows, the English athlete, last night broke his own world's record for continuous club swinging of 42 hours, by swinging tbein for 43 hours aud 0 minutes.  Club 8win$jer Breaks Record, T. A. DURKIN. Veiled hints continue to arrive that the Russians have recovered from the blow inflicted last week by Field Afar/45 S. Main Si Both 'phones. Corner Dock Street. Heating stoves and ranges at Ash's. 87 8. Main 81, Pittston.