Pittston Gazette

              FOURTEEN PAGES. Dittstnw J^jjSrC£a'D STON, PAm THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1904. « WEATHER INDICATES. THE HOME PAPER. orecast Until 8 p. m., tomorrow for 7 Eastern Pennsylvania. J Warmer tonight, wtth snow in t!he For the Peopla of Pittston and Vicinity. (early morning; Fririiay, raiin or snow and varmer; increasing, southerly winds. ALL THE HOME NEWS. I WEEKLY H8TAIU I8UKI) 1850 I DAILY B8T. bt THEO. HART 1883. PITT TWO CENTS A OOPY. I lj UA FQBTY CENTS A MONTH, f * AljrXiO. 55th YEAR. -r" HIDE lira WORKMEN WAr ED. NO REFORMS FOR RUSSIA. UNLOADED MILLIONS COMMISSION ORGANIZES. People's Store Pittsburg's Industrial Boom Causes a Majority of Imperial Council Said to NOW International Board of Inquiry Elects Admiral Fournier President. Heavy Demand For Help. Pittsburg, Dee. 22. Officials of ninny Industrial concerns in and about Pittsburg are searching for men whom they wish to put to work In their plants. The bright prospects for mi increased amount of business after the flrst of next year are responsible for this move, and thousands of unemployed in the city and suburban towns will be given steady work after Jan. 1. For the month of December business In Pittsburg has Increased materially in almost every line. Oppose Liberal Measures. Paris, Dec. 22.—The international commission that will 'investigate the Dogfe*? bank tragedy met at the foreign office at 10 o'clock this morning. Admiral Founder, the French member, was elected president pro tem. Admiral Spann, of Austria, was elected the fifth member of the commission. The sitting was then adjourned until Jan. 9. St. Petersburg, Deo. 22. - Emperor Nicholas is holding councils daily ut Tsarskoe Selo, at which, It Is understood, the internal situation iu'ltussiu is being thoroughly discussed. Christmas Gifts For Everybody. Keene Forestalls Lawson and . Publishes Letter Telling of Amalgamated Boom. Is the time to put your 2 physical condition up to the J proper defensive standard 2 against the sudden chills of 2 winter. You can do this by J taking a wine glassful of 4 Stegmaier's 25 Men Killed in a Cam- Among those who are attending the councils are the Grand Duke Michael, the brother of the emperor; , Prince Svietopolk-Mlrsky, M. Witte, M. Pobiedonostzeff. prosecutor general of the holy synod; M. Muravieff, minister of justice, and M. Kokovzoff, minister of finance. Qlflxgirlng made easy tor all. Nowhere within a radDiu» of fifty miles'— a red' certainly nowhere else in Plttston—Is there snich another collection of usetful and original articles at sucli low prices. bria County Mine. * WALL STREET REVELATION Bordeaux, France, Dec. 22.—(Thie steamer Paraguay arrived this morn» ing. bearing four officers of tiho Russian Baltic fleet, who will testify before the international commission. Lieutenant Bertram!, one ®f the four, had charge of the flashlight on tiho night c/f the tragedy. He sayis he is positive that he saw torpedo boats among the fishing craft. Manipulator Admits Selling $22,000,000 of Copper Stock at Fnom 90 to 96. Market Afterward Broke to 33—Denials Follow Boston Operator's Sensational Statements. Malt Improvements have been made in nearly every industrial concern in the city during the last few months, and the improvements have not all been completed. The starting up of many new works willtalso give employment to thousands of idle men. Prince Svietopolk-Mlrsky laid before the council the addresses and resolutions adopted by the zemstvoist congress, held here last month. Prince Svietopolk-Mlrsky, M. Witte and Count Solsky favored a policy of concession, but the others opposed such a policy on the ground that the demands of the zenmtvoists were subversive of the essential principles of the autocracy. The question of the hour is— Johnstown, Pa., Dec. 22.—Twenity- What shall I give? Let us help you solve this problem. Is It for the little folks? A toy, a hook, or a doll? Our mammoth toy department was never so complete as it is this year. Santa Claus has made tftiis store his headquarters again as usual. five men are reported kitted in a mine explosion at Bolivar, 1C miles west of York, Dec. 22.— Thomas W. I.awson's declaration of war has drawn tire from many ijuarters. Extract here. Seven bodies have already been James R. Keene, tiie master manipulator of the market, makes public a letter written to the Boston operator relative to transactions in Ainalgaiuat- Copper stock. All Wall street wonders that stich a ijpmmnnlcation should be made public, /.ut since Mr. I.nwson has threatened to publish the communication and has not done so Mr. Keene has taken the initiative and publishes it himself. taken out. A majority of the vie- One great difficulty already beginning to stare local business men in the face is a car shortage, which bids fair to outrival the famous car shortage of 1!K)1 and 1902. IN JURY'S HANDS tims are Americans. Is it for the older ones? W!hy not a dainty piece of neckwear, or a ftne skirt, a pretty umbrella or an evening 'wrap, or a fur piece or set, a handsome bag, a belt, a waist, gloves, or handkerchiefs. Gifts like these abound by the hundred throughout the store. In the opinion of the council It is not the time to entertain proposals looking to a change in the existing form of government while the war is in progress, and it has been decided to discourage political agitation. Measures will be drawn up relative to the distress consequent upon the mobilization.Justice Davis Charged Jury in Nan Patterson Case This Morning. Before meals and upon retiring, as it will feed the system, repair worn out functions and so supply the power of resistance so trying in these winter months. Try it. It is a great health saving plan. New York, Dec. 22.—Justice Davis, at. the opening of the Nan Patterson case tdiis morning, began to charge the jury. Before beginning his address he asked counsel if they ban any requests to make, and Attorney linger, for the defense, submitted a long typewritten document. The jus-' tice then gave a long exposition of Che question of reasonable doubt, quoting from the opinion of the late Recorder Smyt.he, and explained all about the law relating to murder. The charge was impartial. ADDITIONAL WEST SIDE Ferryboat Burned at Pier. New York, Dec. 22.—The Lackawanna ferryboat Paunpeck was practically destroyed by tire at a Fourteenth street slip in Hoboken last night. Burt Lewis is home from Dickinson law school to spend the holidays. You will do your Christmas shopping quicker, have more money tetft In your pocket give your friends more pleasure by getting it at the People's Store. In the letter Mr. Keene admits selling for Mr. H. II. Rogers ami his associates $22,000,000 of Amalgamated C'upper stock between 00 and 90 and tells of his refusal 011 the further instance of Mr. Rogers to put the price 10 a higher tigure in a subsequent movement, which, Mr. Keene said, would invite a collapse in price. That 1 lie price was advanced and the collapse came is a matter of Wall street history. Who engineered the later ill starred movement is left to conjecture. Mrs. Dr. Wiardell, of Scran ton, is visiting her sister, Mrs. E. C. Nagel, of Washington street. Heart disease relieved in 30 minutes •by Dr. Agnew's heart cure. This •e-markable preparation gives perfect relief in 30 minutes in ail cases of or ganic or sympathetic heart disease and speedily effects a cure. It ip a magic remedy for palpitation, shortness of breath, smothering spells, pain in left side and all symptoms for a diseased heart. It also strengthens the nerves and cures tie stomach. Pirating Foley'# Honey and Tar. Foley & Co., Chicago, originated Honey and Tar as a throat and lung remedy, and on account of the great merit and popularity of Foley's Honey and Tar many imitations are offered for the genuine. Ask for Foley'# Honey and Tar and refuse any substitute offered as no other preparation •will give the same satisfaction. It is mildly laxative. It contains no opiates and is safest for children and delicate Houck drug store, H. H. Tinker. Miss Alma OTBoyle, daughter of Attorney P. A. O'Boyle, left today to spend the holidays' In New Ybrk city. I Stegmaier Brewing Co PITTSTON, PENN'A. | NEW -PHONE 8462 PEOPLE'S STORE, Mrs. Maria Meade has returned from New York city, where she has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. Anna Tut- Traffic Delayed by Fog. ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST. 15 South Main Street, Pittston. London, Dec. 22.—The city of London and the surrounding country are still covered by a dense fog. Shipping in the Thames is stopped and traffic in the city is seriously impeded. Several liners are delayed at English ports, being unable to proceed. Yesterday afternoon was one of th«» most interesting occasions of the year . in the pu'blic schools. All of the rooms were beautifully decorated and most enjoyable programmes, appropriate to Christmas time, were given. It wou'ld be difficult ta give eajch class its de- l»oss, Hand made canes 2 lb. 25c. Yaseen's Skeleton Laid Bare. FRUITS, NUTS, and CANNED GOODS TO BE FOUND AT Grocery Price List. Wall stl-eet has thriven 011 mystery as to who made the market movements. By the Interchange of communications the flesh is being stripped si way. The Shipbuilding scandal showed the employment of one manipulator lo "sell our stock tirst" for a banking firm. Mr. Keene's letter acknowledges that he was Induced by Mr. Rogers and Ills associates to work off Amalgamated Copper at from 90 to 00, which has since broken to No Fancy Price# at Fitz#lmmon8\ You can buy here as cheap as you could last summer. 20 per cent, off on all Goods at BERRY'S JEWELRY STORE. BRENNAN & ROBERTS, serving praise for the originality ana interesting exercises. Among the most interesting exercises were those held by the sixth grade, taught by Miss James. As usual, this school had its Christmas tree and each pupil had the opportunity of presenting to one another a gift not exceeding in value two cents. This was to be presented with a few lines of original poetry. Skates hollow ground 15c, Krise's Canned Corn 10c, 12$c, 15c 3 cans Peas 25c 3 cans Pumpkin 25c 3 large cans Baked Beans. ... 25c Clam Chowder 10tJ and 20c Best Teas 50c Best Coffee 35c Old Holland Coffee 25c Signature Tea, all kinds 50c Finest line of Brick, Limbarger and Sweitzer in town. Try our Clam Chowder at 10c and 20c can. It is fine. Startling Report Via St. Petersburg St. Petersburg, Dec. 22.—General Knropatkin wires that he has re ceived a report from Chinese tthiat the Russians have recaptured 203 meter hill, outside of Port Arthur, and seized the guns mounted thereon by the Japanese after they captured the eminence several weeks ago. Notice to Housekeepers. Quality Finest. Prices Right. Fillings that last. Dr. Welsh, dentist If your stove don't draw put one of our patent top* on your chimney and the harder the wind blows down the flue, the better your stove will draw. This (s strange, but true. Fiue saur kraut Tt Messlck's Gold fobs, $2 up. Leibson'B. New Figs New Dates Fancy Raisins Fancy Currants Citron Peel Lemon Peel Orange Peel Malaga Grapes Basket Grapes Oranges Bananas Nabob Peaches Nabob Peas Nabob Cherries Premier Corn Premier Tomatoes Premier Succotash " Lima Beans Sunbeam Corn Fresh audi oysters at Moffatt's. Ladies' and gents' chains, rings, pins, etc., at Fitzsimmons'. J. H. PATTERSON ft CO. From other quarters also has Mr. I.awson drawn tire. Former United States Senator liiggins of Delaware pauses to make denial of certain statements. Life insurance officials come forward to defend their position, and the New York Commercial, which Mr. huwson said was the personal organ Fine chocolates 20o Fb. Yaseen's. Singapore, Dec. 22.—Two Japanese battleships, four crui'sers and twelve desitroyers passed here this morning steaming westward. "It looks as though there would lDe a concentrated attack on the Baltic fleet as soon as Japanese Battleships Pass Singapore Windwheel lung testers 15c. Krise CHRISTMAS Black Label Peas Pride of Rome Peas See Yaseen's line of gift novelties, Do it Now. Fail Asparagus 1 nd the properly of Mr. II. II. Rogers Decide today that you will make yotir mark in tli? business world by preparing yourself for it. Write the (Soranton Business College for particulars about their courses, cost ano chances of speedily getting your money back In salaries. This is the greatest business collego in all these parts —over 420 students' enrolled now After-holiday term opens Jan. 3. Ask Prof. Buck to tell you about it. FRUITS, CANDY! Eng. Walnuts Olives Mixed Nuts Mushrooms Soft 8hell Almonds Olives 8tuffed Campbell, Rozelle & rC«nw»s an editorial Ci«iifal «' th"t tfiarge while admitting that Mr. Itog- ha* a small interest in tin' property. Charges anil counter charges, denials piled upon assertions made by Mr. I.awson, are apparently the order of arwves. London, Dec. 22.—A St. Petersburg correspondent of the Central News wires that persistent rumors are current thiat. Greait Britain and France will shortly attempt to mediate in the far eastern war. Official confirmation of the rumors is not obtainable. Rumors of Mediation. This is only a small list of good things we carry for holiday trade. AND NUTS. Webster The Boston opevwtor threw down the gage of battle. It appeal's to have been taken up at last by many persons. The im-ideuC has eeased to be a jest. It is war, and the outcome will be awaited t be day 42 N. Main Street. 57 S. Main St. We Have the Finest Lot of Dried Fruits: RAISINS, Both loose and seeded. APRICOTS, DRIED PEACHES and PRUNES, that ever came to this City. We just received a Car Load direct from California, and if you want something nice for your Christmas Cake, them by giving us an order. We have also, a full line of NUTS and CANDY, mrj/'c? PRICES. with absorbing interest See Yaseen's line of Xmas gifts, Rugs, splendid assortment, all sizes, at Williams & Co. IS IT A BIG Senator Piatt's Conference. Fillings that last. Dr. Welsh, dentist. New York, Dec. 22. At the conclusion of the conference called by Senator Piatt at the Fifth Avenue hotel it was said by several of those present that, while no vote was taken, the sentiment of the meeting was unanimously in favor of Senator Depew's re-election. It was added that all favored harmonious methods to bring about this result, and the hope was expressed that a contest could be avoided. The meeting appointed a committee to confer witli (iovernor Odell. Black a Candidate for Senator. See Yaseen's line of gold watches. New York, Dec. 22.—Former Governor Black's candidacy for United States Senator, .to fill the vacancy ere a.t ed by the expiration of the term of Senator Depew, was formally announced today by Louis F. Payne, Mr. Black's chief supporter. Honest Weight. Honest Goods. Is our Motto, See Yaseen's line or diamond rings. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. 3 lbs. Cleaned Currants  3 lbs. Seeded Raisins  3 lbs. Loose Muscatel Raisins London Layer Cluster  Sultana Raisins  Citron Peel  Lemon and Orange Peel.... 3 Packages of Mince Meat.. 1 quart Jar Mince Meat.... Florida Oranges, per dozen Lemons, per dozen...... 2 lbs. New Mixed Nuts 2 lbs. New Walnuts..,. Almonds, per lb .... Clear Toys, per lb.... 3 lbs. Plain Mixed.... 3 lbs. Peanut' Brittle.. Highland Mixed .. Chocolate Drops . Bon Bons  Assorted Creams . ...25o ...25c ...25c New York Stock Markets, furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers. Miners' Bank building. 12%c 12%c WHAT TO BUY AS Am Sugar . . Am Car & F 143 34% 141% 33% 34 64% 84% 59 99 130 46% 42% 44% 36% 153% 138% 120% 141% 33% 34% 65% 85% A XMAS PRESENT ? E^"ANe»wir^S| f PAIN EXPELLER.1 fuiOHLV PRAISED BY ALL WHO HAVE USED 111 I What one physician out of many te»tifie»i~ a ALL NEW AND FRESH. , J Am Ijoco 34% Best Patent Flour, per bbl $6.75 1.30 We have both the inexpensive as well as tho expensive articles in the jeweler's line. Somewhere in the happy medium between these, you will find just what you want. Am.al Copper Atcfiiison com B. R. T. .. 65% 85% 59% 5|J Feed, per 100 3» Potatoes, fine stock, per bu .» Seeded Raisins, 3 for Big Falling Off at Harvard, 59% Sultana Raisins, 2 for .25 V Cambridge, Mass.. Dec. 22.—The Harvard university catalogue for 1SMM-05. Just issued, shows Harvard's registration this year, exclusive of the summer school and Radcliffe college, to be :s.i;id as compared with 4.1(24 last year, or a loss of 192 in the university. The figures, including ltadclifr'e and the summer school, make the loss for Harvard even greater. This year the total, including these two departments, is n,.-,-|Q, while last year it was *D.CD♦(). making the loss 4JM). B. & O 99% Raisins, loose, new goods, 5 !! I Can Pacific Gbos & Ohio Chicago & Alton..43 C. F. I. .. ,v .. 45 Brie 130 47% 1 On4ons, per 'peck Raisins, loose, ex. large, 3 lb / NewYorkj0ct.30* 1897. It gives me great pleasure §-s«l to recommend to the public \Jti/ at large yourexcellent.marvetous and unexcelled Ot RicKter«^®»J* "ANCHORTAIN EXPELLER for the treats merit and ralief of Rheumatism.Neuralgia and other complaints:Having used it with surprising stccess in the Island ofCuba.l beg to State, that I always carry a bottle with me and would not do without it. Granulated Sugar, 17 lb 1.00 Cleaned Currants, loose & -08 s .15 » .25 £ We are here to help you select J Butter, finest creabery, per lb .26 Cleaned Curranta, packages 36% A Cheese, full cream Citron, fancy, lb. 25c III Central 153% 10c 12MtC 10c 10c L. & N 139% ffll Tomatoes, per can Lemon peel, 2 lb 36 W. Market St., Wilkesbarre. Met St Ry 121% Mince Meat, pkgs., 3 for Orange peel, 2 lb .25 ft Mb Pacific N. Y. Central 106% 140% 105% 139% « Mince Meat, loose, 4 lb Mixed Nuts, 2 lb .25 1 Norf & West 73% Pumpkin, 3 cans English Walnuts, 2 lb •25 K William Drury, St. Paul 169% Prunes, 2, 3, 4 lb for Hazel & cream nuts, 2 lb •25 9 CHRISTMAS AT Panamans Shaken Up. Ont & West 40% Leading Grocer of Wyo. Valley, 11-13 SOUTH MAIN ST. Warehouse on Charles Street. y David. Panama. Dec. 22.—Ten slight earthquakes, followed by one strong shock, have occurred here. Numerous houses were damaged, and the people, who were thrown into a panic, are now camping in the streets. The disturbance is supposed to have been caused by the Poaa volcano, in Costa Rica. Peo Gas Pennsylvania. 136% 106 SHOES and Reading .. 77% A CO MM AN I SLIPPERS See our display, and get our prices on | Christmas Slippers and Leggins. Leather and ft Corduroy Leggins for Boys, fine ones for the ft Girls, make as nice a Christmas Present as you ft would wish them to nave. ft AUJvmdsJ for Holiday Times, also a full line Candies, ft Prices on Candies quoted later. | Hand Make Xmas Candy, 3 lbs. for 25c f EVANS BROS. | 44and 46 South Main Rock Island 33% So. Pacific .. So Rwy com .. T. C. & I. .. Texas Pacific . Union Pacific . U. S. Leather 63% 34 71 34 110% 14% Holiday Wines and Liquors Santa Claus arrived here yesterday with gift8 for old and young. He stands in the window ready to welcome every one. He has tops, drums, horns, wagons, rocking horses, wheel barrows, automobiles, trains on tracks, carts, stuffed animals, and a number of other toys for the boys. Dolls, carriages, go-carts, dishes, cradles, washing sets, games, and every toy a little girl asks for, at the lowest prices. For the older ones he has ties, sHk mufflers, silk susipenders, fancy sleeve holders, sweaters, gloves, rings, watch chains, match boxes, cuff links, many things to make you happy on Christmas morning. The girls are not forgotten by old Santa Claus. He has brought for them fancy handkerchiefs, plaid silk hair ribbons, bright as Christmas Itself, beautiful pin cushions, leggings, umbrellas, top collars, lace collars, stocks, jewelry, perfumes, gloves and every article that may be wanted. Manila. Dec. 22.—Major Edward E. Hardin, Seventh United States Infantry. who was court martialed on a charge of neglect in not having a sufficient guard at Malute prison, from which thirty-three native prisoners escaped, was acquitted. Major Hardin Acquitted, LEGAL NOTICES. The choicest line of fancy high grade bottled beverages for family and table nse ever shown in Pittston U. S. Steel U. S. Steel pfd 28% 91% Mex Central 20% Estray Cattle. Nation's New Weapon Five cows came to No. 14 farm, Penn'a Coal Company, in Jenkins township. The owners are ordered to aippear within ten days, identify property, and pay charges. Otherwise the cows will be sold according to law. Pine stock of Confections The American soldier is to 'be arm' ed with a wonderful rifle which will hurl a bullet fl.ve miles. It is a unique weaipon and the most powerful one ever designed. The most reliable remedy ever compounded for all aliments of the stomach, liver or bowels is, the celebrated Hostetter's Stomach Bitters. It has stood the severe test of over fifty years with such •remarkable success that today finds it the most popular medicine In thousands of homes. It is a wise policy to keep a bottle of the bitters in the house at all times as a preventive and cure for heartburn, to 'ohing, indiges tion, dyspepsia, constipation, kidney troubles, chills, colds ayd malaria Buy a bottle and test it lor yourself also ask your druggist for a free copy of our 1905 illustrated almanac. It will interest you. and New Fruits and Nuts Fatal Fire In Bangor. V egetables Bangor, Me., Dec. 22.—Three lives were lost in a tire which destroyed the home of John Johnson, a laborer, at Stillwater Park, a section of this city. The victims were Mrs. Johnson and two sona — Kenneth, aged seven, and Theron, aged three. v just received, at PJSNN'A COAL, CO., 22-3 H. Seidman, Special Agent. Of The store that sells goods of high quality Election Notice. The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Pocplo's Savings bank of Plttoton, Pa., to elect directors for the ensuing year will Ibe held at their banking house between the hours of 10 and 11 a. m., Tuesday, January 10, 1905. E. H. Hughes, Cashier. T. A. DURKIN. 45 S. Main Si Both 'phones. Corner Dock Street. Every Tin Mill Ordered Opened. Sharon, Pa., Dec. 22.—Notices have been posted by the American Sheet and Tin Plate company that every one of the remaining five mills of the plant will be placed in operation next Mon ■y day. Fifteen mills are now running. }HICHESTER'S PIUS Sk. HE b »«d Wold MUllfe Don., Mjrt with A «Vf b.oe ribbon. Take as other. Beto* vf Hub*tltatlan»Divl InJtktUa*. Come now; stock may be gone wben you want It most The stockholders of the Miner's Savings bank of Pittston, Pa., will meet at the bank on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 1905, from 2 to 3 p. m. for the purpose of electing eleven trustees to serve for the ensuing year. 22dtd . W. L. PoateT, Caediler. Election Notice. Costly Blaze In Columbue. — MAGNET 87 & Main Si, Pittctoa. Columbus, O., Dec. 22.—Fire on High street, near Broad, destroyed $225,000 worth of property iu the business district, and In an explosion during the Ant flva fix-emeu were laiured. Headquarters for plumbing and tinning, at Ash's, 115 North Mala street.