Pittston Gazette

              WEATHER THE HOME PAPER l Oar the People of Pittotoa and Vicinity. Forecast Until 8 p. ra. Tomorrow (or Eastern Pennsylvania. Pair and warmer tonight; Sunday, fair. ✓ r Ail THE HOME NEWS. ;I)A 56th YEAR. { PITTS' DN, FA., BA' , 0« 14, 1905 . PAGES F»»r IS SIL • , n\ » 14 .: " .' ... THE FE: AGJ JURY DISAGREES MR KILLED. Damage Suit Against Bertcfs, Son & Co., nl Wllkeslmrre, Must be Tried Henry Irving Passed Away in Bradford, Eng. Automobile Contest for the Vanderbilt Prize. Artillery in Kansas Went Charge That British Offered Aid Against Germany. Third Time. The Jury In the caHe of Lucy Feist against VY. B. Bertels, Son & Co., of Wilkesbarre, was discharged by Judge Wheaton yesterday, having failed to reach an agreement. The case has been tried twice, and each llrrve the jury has been unable to reach an agreement. The case will come up for trial again at the next term of Common Pleas court. Over Cliff. ITALY BLOCKED PLAN. DIED IN THE HARNESS. SOCIETY OUT IN FORCE HORSES STAMPEDED. L_  It is Reported that M. Del- Stricken Down at His Hotel Lancia Looked Like Winner Until Accident Occurred. One Dead and Two Others Lucy Feist and her father bropght suit to recover damages to the extent of $ 12,000 from W. B. Bertels. Son & Co. for the loss of two fingers. The prosecutrix was employed at the factory In operating a stamping machine. A part of the machine known as t'he pluuger descended up the ting-' ers of the girl and they were cut off. In the trial, the prosecutrix alleged that the defendant company was negligent In not properly protecting their employes. May Die. casse Has Resigned. After Performance. Mineola, L. I„ Oct. 14.—Hemery won the vanderbtlt cup this morning In ope of the greatest automobile races ever Reen. Heath was second and Tracy, third. Junction City, Kas., Oct. 14.—Priv- Private Albert Laste, of the 20th Uattery of Field Artillery, was killed at target practice at Fort Riley. Privates John Connelly and O. J. Simpson, of the same battery are thought to be fatally injured, while Privates Leary, Norman, Lancaster and Cllne, of t'he same organization, are in a hospital with broken legs and internal injuries. A large number of other artillerymen were hurt. Fails, Oct. 14.—Tlie French government contluues silent concerning the alleged revelations of Great Britain's offer of uaval aud military aid to France If Germany assumed a belligerent attitude over Morocco. In the meantime the newspapers add new phases to the dlsclosuHes. London, Oct. 14.—Stricken suddeulj witii syncope. Sir Henry Irving (tied at 11:30 o'clock last night in Bradford. There was no warning of his death. Half an hour before the end he went through the tragic climax of "Becket," ami when (be curtain fell lie remarked to one of the company that lie had stood the strain of the performance unusually well. He drove to his hotel from the theater and n few minutes after going to his room fell unconscious. A physician had just kuelt by his side when he died. Hemery finished at 10.62.08, elapsed time 4 hours, 39 minutes, 8 seconds. Heath second, time 10.52:20, elapsed time, 4 hours, 39 minutes, 40 seconds. The Figaro gives a detailed version even more sensational than the previous alleged disclosures of tl»e Matin. It says that the previous report of Great Britain offeriug to mobilize her navy and laud British troops In Germany is not correct, but that the actual occurrence was as follows: lDr. R. S. ftrenton, DENTIST. Cash Store Block. 6 N. Main St. Hemery and Heath finished 32 seconds apart, but as Hemery started three minutes later than Heath, he wins by three minutes and 32 seconds. Lancia, of Italy, finished third. Tracey next, but on elapsed time Tracey (American) secured third place, Lancia getting the fourth place. The casualties were caused by frightened horses galloping over a precipice with riders and limbers. THE COXE MINES SOLD. The accident occurred north of Port Riley. The 29th Battery Is one of the six making up the first provisional regiment of field artillery at target practice. The battery's guns had been placed and its eight limbers, loaded with ammunition, were at the rear with six horses hitched to each limber. The drivers had dismounted. When the battery was ready for firing a large red flag was run up on a staff as a signal to the range partyat the targets to get out of range of the guns. Sir Henry was engaged In a torn of tlie proviliues. He bad been in bet ter health apparently tban In several years. He was working out a tour on which be started last spring and was forced to abandon by nervous trouble. It was feared tben that he would never act again, but he rullied wouderfuily and early iu June was strong enough to play a short engagement in I.ondon. Trncey finished at 11.04:36, elapsed time, 4:58:36. Lancia finished at 11.03:31, elapsed time 6:00:31. Before the Moroccan crisis became acute the British government made three distinct overtures to learn if France was disposed to conclude a treaty of defensive alliance. France declined to consider tlie question. Deal With the Lehigh Valley A NEW PICTURE OF HENRY WATTERSON. The race was ten times around  somewhat difficult track, 28 3-5 miles to the course. It was America's premier automobile race and many automobile enthusiasts turned out to witness the event. Every hotel and house within miles of the course was filled to overflowing for places to see the race. Many New York people remained up all night In the city and all night restaurants did a holiday business. Scores of automobiles filled with men and women raced along Loeg Island roads to Mlneola, Hyde Park and other points to seek the best places of advantage all along the well greased course. Consummated. Later, when the Moroccan crisis became acute, AI. Paul Cambon, French ambassador to Great Britain, reopened the question and obtained a verbal assurance from Foreign Secretary l.ord Lausdowne of Great Britain's effective concourse in the eveut of a conflagration.Henry Watterson, the veteran Kentucky editor, wields as trenchant a pen as he did forty years ago, when he first devoted himself to editorial work. "Murse Henry," as he Is called, Is sixty-five years of age and has long been distinguished as journalist, orator and politician. During the civil war ha was a staff oflicer In the Confederate army. Purchase Includes Coal Lands, Col- Of the career of Irving it is perhaps superfluous to speak. To the older generation at least his wonderful achievements are well known. For more thau twenty years Irving has been shared by America and England. The last two decades of his life brought him the fullest glory, and so great and universal was the esteem iu which lie was held that gradually the facts of his long years of toiling probutiou were lost to sight. Iler.v Properties, Miners' Houses, The wind blew the flag out In the faces of the horses, and they stampeded at once. Some drivers succeeded in getting Into the saddle, some were dragged, but most of the drivers were left behind. The horses dashed over a small cliff and went down in a mass with their riders. llailroad and Cars—Prop- erty Will lie Paid for BID f 6.000 FOB A BKIDEl"tthlg&SSvm by an Issue of Collat- eral Trust Bonds. William'* Counter Move. The Lehigh Valley Railroad company has completed negotiations for the purchase of the properties of Coxe Bros. & Co., Incorporated. It will take possession on Nov. 1. To pay for these properties the railroad company will issue about $20,000,000 collateral 4 per cent, trust bonds. Mousignor Falcon! Will be Guest of M. Caiubon was thereupon able to announce to M. Peicasse, who was then foreign minister, that if a casus foederis (case coming within a treaty) was desired Great Britain woidd reiterate her assurance lu writing. The German Hinbussudor in Loudon, Count Wolff Metternich, learned of these assurances and informed Berlin. How an Altoona Syrian Got Honor at Consecration of St. The 29th Battery belongs to Port Leavenworth, and came to Fort Riley in July for target practice. the Girl He Loved. Nicholas Church Tomorrow will be a great day In the history of St. Nicholas' German Catholic church, Wllkesbarre. The magnificent structure, which has recently been beautifully decorated Inside, will be consecrated to the service of God, and cannot hereafter be used for any The Long Island railroad staggered under a burden of humanity whiclt it could not handle. One train scheduled to leave Long Island City at 3:35 o'clock this morning Anally gave up the attempt to reach Mineola and stalled ori a curve at Garden City at 6 o'clock. An angry crowd surrounded the locomotive and threatened the engineer. Private Laste enlisted In the service last January. His widow and father live In New York. Dickens' Prophecy. Irving's rise to fame was hard and ditllcult, and the story is one to en courage every patient plodder. For flfteen years he struggled in compara tive obscurity, and then iu a night be became fumous. Almost forty years ago Charles Dickens saw iu Irving the genius that was to make him the greatest actor of his time. According lo tlie Syrian Custom, He At the meeting of the directors of the railroad company, In Philadelphia, yesterday, the announcement was inade that the hoard had authorized and conlirmed the purchase of the entire capita) stock of Coxe Brothers & Co., incorporated; the Delaware, Susquehanna & Schuylkill Uailroad company, and the allied water companies, the Drifton water company, Tomhlck- Water company. Beaver Meadow Water company and Oneida Water Was Kidding Against Other Ad- MANY CHARGES AGAINST DROWNS mirers of the Fair One, and Emperor William decided on a counter move and made Ituly the medium of its execution. He Informed Italy that au.v treaty whereby Great Britain gave France military support relative to Morocco would constitute a casus belli. other purpose Was Obliged to Jtulse The consecration ceremonies will be elaborate and will be attended by a large number of notable prelates from various parts of the state, as well as by almost all of the local clergy of Luzerne and Lackawanna counties. Among Them is the larceny of u His Offer uD the Sum Horse, Buggy and Harness From Named Above. STRUCK VEIN OF COAL. Liveryman Ferris, "If this young man." said Dickens, "does not one day come out as ti great actor I know nothing of art." Time revealed the truth In this prophe cy. A few years after Dickens' ad miring words had been spoken Irving brought London to his feet, and he held it In affectionate adoration to the Altoona, Pa., Oct. 14.—Six thousand dollars for a bride is the sum paid by Charles Hastey, a confectioner and wealthy Syrian, of this city. Hazey regards himself as fortunate to get off with this sum and declares he would have expended twice the amount If it necessary to rtfr so'. Chief of Police Clifford and Chief Loftus, of PittBton, appeared as prosecutors against Charles Drowns yesterday, when the latter was arraign ed before Police Magistrate Brown. Sufficient evidence was produced against the defendant to make it hot for him when he is called to face the next grand jury. The magistrate held him in default of $2,500 ball. (Wllkesbarre News.) The Figaro asserts that this amounted to an indirect ultimatum and that the -Italian government communicated the situation to M. Burrere, French ambassador tq Italy, who informed Paris on June 4. Immediately thereafter M. Delcasse resigned as m -vault of a violent scene iu a cabinet council. During this council M. Delcasse is alleged to have said, "I have a formal assurance of Great Britain's support." The tlrst part of the celebration will take place this evening, when Monsiguor Faieonio, papal nuncio to this country, will arrive In Wllkestmrre. accompanied by Hev. Father Straub, curate of St. Nicholas' church, who went down to Washington on Thursday for the purpose of accompauying him to this city. The purchase of these stocks carries with li the ownership of all the collieries and mine properties of Coxe Brothers & Co., incorporated, Including 1,100 miners' houses, all the real estate of that company In Chicago and Milwaukee and the floating equipment In Netv York harbor, as well as the railroad of the Delaware, Susquehanna & Schuylkill company, with a total mileage of 761.5 miles, together with the shops and equipment of 23 locomotives, approximately 2,100 coal cars, passenger coaches and work company, Opening Being Made in North Main St. Plot. end. . Hagey'g bride was Miss Maud Ksouth, daughter of a wealthy Syrian »f Dubois. Early in the pre*lit year he -pressed his suit and won the girl's assent to an early marriage, provided he could arrange the financial end of the transaction with' her parents. Hazey agreed to pay $1,000, as It Is the Syrian custom to reimburse the patents for the loss of a daughter. Irving was born In 1K38 In Kcinton. Cornwall. Ills name whs John Henry BriHlribb, but when be went oil the stage. at the age of seventeen, be ehose to be knowu us Irving, unci iiboat tit' teen years ago he had his inline legally changed. He was early sent to school iu London, and when there the family suffered a liiiancial reverse and the lad was tbrcwn on his own resources, lie obtained employment in a book st ire. and it was there his mind was tired to the activity that continued unceasing to his death. He soaked himself in Shakespeare and plays of nil kinds, and at the end of two years he resolved to be an actor. When Hie distinguished prelate arrives at It: irD, the llrst time he has ever visited the Wyoming valley, he will be met by a large delegation of priests and Catholic laity, and a parade In his honor will traverse the principal streets of the city. Davis, Sons & Co., Contractors, Have At the hearing he was charged with the following offenses: Discovered That There Are Sortie 8aid It Meant War. 500 Tons of Coal Cnder Larceny of valuable goods and groceries from M. Cosmars, a grocer, to whom he stated he had been sent by Morris. Held under $500 bail. Chief Loftus, of Plttston, prosecutor. Larceny of a horse, buggy find harness from Alex. Ferris, of West Pittston, a liveryman, to whom he went and represented himself us a salesman. Held under $500 ball. ChleT Loftus. prosecutor. M. Hom ier is represented as answering: "And I have M. Barrere's tele grain proving that tills means war it' we continue your policy. I refuse to indorse what you seem to treat so lightly." Tlielr Land and They Will Mine the Same, Shortly before the date set for the nuptials another swain was attracted by Miss Ksouth's charms, and offered $2,000 for her hand. Hazey raised him and in turn was outbid. Tomorrow the services will be continued all day. At fi a. m. the consecration ceremonies will commence. TheSe will continue for three hours and will be participated in only by the clergy, no others being admitted to the sacred .edifice during these solemn ceremonies. C. R. Davis, Sons & Co., building contractors, who have a plant on North Main street, hear the Ravine crossing, are doing a little coal mining as a side issue. The plot of ground on which the firm's mill Is located was purchased a year or so ago from W. H. Holmes, and has a frontage of about 250 feet on Main street, Including the rock bluff alongside the Lehigh Valley railroad. The coal in the upper vein underlying a portion of this plot was mined a few years ago by Mr. Holmes, and the laud was then sold tn the Davis firm, which erected a mill oil the site. The members of the firm were not aware, when they purchased the land, that there was any coal worth mining left In the ground, but soon after they took possession they mined a few hundred tons from the old opening. Recently, while they were biasing away some rock at the foot of the bluff, on the upper side of the plot, they accidentally uncovered some coal, and an opening has since been rriade which has led to the' conclusion that there are some 500 tons of mineable coal under the bluff. It is the Intention of the firm to mine the coal for local consumption. ears. The companies were purchased as a going concern, including coal mined and on band, together with all railroad and mine supplies. All of these properties are free and clear of any mortgage or encumbrance whatever. The other ministers are said to have upheld M. Kouvler, whereupon M. llel cusse resigned. When the new suitor had placed the amount al $li,000 Hazey became desperate. He went to DuBois yesterday with $6,000 in ills pocketbook, exchanged it for the girl and brought her back to Altooua in triumph. The wedding was made the occasion of a great celebration by Syrian residents here. The foregoing version is cbietiy im portant in the allegation that Great Britain sought for and promised a military defensive alliance against Germany. The Issue of collateral trust bonds Is to be secured by pledge of the stocks of Coxe Brothers & Co., incorporated. and the Delaware, Susquehanna & Schuylkill Railroad company." A portion of these bonds will be retired annually, commencing with 1007. Larceny of a diamond ring from an Easton young lady, whose heart he had won. This ring he pawned, but it was recovered by City Detective Jeff Ruddy. Held under $500 ball. Chief Clifford, prosecutor. In the basement masses will be said from time to time during the whole morning by visiting clergymen, and at 9 o'clock high mass will be celebrated in the edifice by Bishop Hoban. At I0;.'i0 o'clock the main service of the day will commence. At this time mass will be celebrated by Monsignor Ealconio, assisted by distinguished clergymen from all parts of the state, and Rt. Rev. Monsignor J. P. Laughlin, D. D., will preach in German and in Acclaimed a Dramatic Genius. His tlrst appearance was in a trivial role in Sunderland In 185(5. Ten years later Dion Boucicault brought him to London, but it was not until 1871 that he made his name. The arrival of ir vlng Is one of the most memorable in cidents In the history of the Knglisli stage. The play was "The Bells," and Irving took the role of Mathias. The audience was lifted out of languor into frenzied applause by Irving, and ho great was the enthusiasm that the performance was not over until past mid night. The following morning the critics acclaimed a new dramatic genius, and Irving's place thereafter was safe. Later a semortleial uote was Issued saying that the "published reports upou the incidents accompanying the resignation of M. lielcasse, and notably the details regarding the cabinet council preceding his resignation, arc Larceny of a horse and buggy from Llvarymun Clark, of this city. Represented himself as a salesman. Horse recovered in Pittston. Held under $500 ball. Chief Clifford, prosecutor. The Coxe Bros. & Co. interests will subscribe to 70 per cent, of the bonds, leaving only 30 per cent, to be financed by the I„ehlgh Valley Railroad company. The reason the exact amount of the bonds to be issued was not given by the Valley officials is that an Inventory of the Coxe Bros. & Co. property has not been made. No pill Is as pleasant and positive as De Witt's Little Early Risers. These famous little pills are so effective that children, delicate ladies and weak people enjoy their cleansing effect, while strong people say they are the best liver pill sold. Sold by T. .1. Yates. A I'lrasurc to AP«, Larceny of the entire contents of a farmer's purse for whom he started to work. They peddled about the city and Drown acted as cashier. Suddenly the change went short and Drown started for a saloon to get some of the bills changed. Yesterday was the first day since that farmer has seen him. Held under $500 bail. Chief Clifford, pros. inexact." The Issuance of this denial steudiiDd pricey on the bourse, which showed uneasiness over the agitation. English Some good Investments in Real Estate. G. B. Thompson. Britain May Be Asked to Explain. President Thomas said that under the management of his company the revenues of the Coxe Bros. & Co. property, which is now very profitable would be greatly increased. In reply to the question as to Whether the company was after other independent coal companies he said no d«al of such a nature was considered and no negotiations were in progress or were likely. Upholstering at Williams & Co. Houses and lots foi sale on monthly Installments. G. B. Thompson. Cologne, Oct. 14.—The Cologne Gazette prints another Inspired dispatch from Berlin apropos of the Figaro's additions to the Matin's story, which can only be interpreted as a plain hint to the British government to explain its role in the matter. The dispatch notes that while the Matin's version only gave ground for the assumption that the suggested alliance of France and Great Britain against Germany had an official character, the Figaro's version confirms this assumption by giving the names of the parties and says that this makes the case against M. Delcasse all the stronger. Oysters 7«c per 100 at Messlck's. His first visit to America was in 1883, appearing iu "The Bells," and his success was instantaneous. He went in triumph throughout the country, and on each of his six tours up to lilOO be made a fortune. But money wns no object to the actor. Although he was the greatest money maker among his cjuteuiporaries he found himself frequently in financial distress and it is believed died poor. Carpet laying. Williams & Co. SPECIAL NOTICES. fall showing m sins AT LADIES SHOULD BE INTERESTED IS YOUR WATCH NERVOUS? In the line of articles •which have Just Is It unsteady and unreliable? are often frustrated by sudden breakdown, due to dyspepsia or constipation. Brace up and take Dr. King's New Life Pills. They take out the materials which are clogging your energies and give you a new start. At Wm. C. Price, Chas. Waters. Geo. D. Stroh, West Plttston, drug stores; 25c, guaranteed. Plans to Get Klch arrived at my store. They are of thr Have you ever thought of the work a AFFLICTED FAMILY. newest fail and winter styles, and In- watch has lo do.—It's the nearest elude a big assortment of black skirts thing to perpetual motion; a contln- DuiMtnt Woman lDled a Few Days Ago and white aprons. Tarn O'Shanterx of Typhoid-Pneumonia and Her for children. For the little tots a big nal going from sunrise, all day long Pfpfi The Magnet Daughter III Irving could not make loo great n sacrifice to his urt, and he never refused a subscription to a worthy cause. He spared 110 expense in Ills productions, and bii« lavish news live years ago brought him financial ruin. His health, too, was broken, and it was only by the rallying of friends, both in England and America, that be was enabled to start anew. assortment of babies' sacks, tjootees, and all night long. Is It any wonder 'Mary Sefshlck, aged five years, of Dupont. daughter of Stephen Sefshick. has been admitted to the Pittston hospital to undergo treatment for typhoid fever. The" girl's mother died of typhoid-pneumonia several days ago. There are sev'eral other small children In the family. bibs, bonnets and oth£r articles. Am the timepiece gets a little tired and Did Not Offer to Assist. also showing a big new variety of restless. A toning up will do it good London, Oct. 14.—With refereuce to the Paris Matin's alleged disclosures, it may be announced 011 high authority that the British government has communicated to (iermany a statement to tlje effect that Great Britain did not offer to assist France In the event of an attack by Germany and that France did not ask for such assistance. We give personal attention to watch The Douglass 1 Lot cotton batting, speolai value Be. ruchings, collors, handbags and vell- repalrlng and guarantee all work sat- ings. isfactory. Double cotton blankets, full size, 50c. LEWIS THE JEWELER. Shoe For iei 1 Lot infanta' all wool shlrta, worth 26c and 48c, while they last 10c. CLARA WAGNER, 18 S. Main Tlie .laps are Expert Gunners. A Splendid Idee. THE FOR THE RELIABLE SOMETHING NEW IN TOWN. Full line of pillow shams and stand covers from 25c. Most of the recent lighting in the Sea of Japan was at a distance of five miles and with a heavy sea. yet the Japs succeeded In sinking nearly all of the Russian ships. The size of the navy is not nearly so important as having good men behind the guns. The claims made by many medicines are not very Important unless they are backed by a substantial record of cures. Such Is the case with Hostetter's Stomach Bitters. During Its 52 years' experience It has cured hundreds of persons who suffered from dyspepsia, Indigestion, costiveness, headache, bloating, heartburn, biliousness. insomnia, kidney troubles or malaria, fever and ague when other remedies failed. There Is no reason why It should not benefit you as well. Try a bottle today and let It prove Its merit. A new idea In a cough syrup Is advanced In Kennedy's laxative Honey and Tar. Besides containing pine tar, .honey and other valuable remedies, it Is rendered laxative so that Its use insures a prompt and efficient evacuation of the bowels. It relaxes the nervous system, and cures all cough*, colds, croup, whooping cough, etc. A red clover blossom and the honey bee Is on every bottle of the original laxative cough syrup—Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar. An ideal remedy for children. Mothers praise It. It is beat for alL Sold by T. J. Yates. fresh meats; poultry, pork sausage, What Is It? The New Washington etc. Hallock's Meat Market. Meat Market has opened up at Con- the best shoe ever made Children's dresses from 2 Sc. Gorky Still Aggressive. ner's old stand, Plttston. Here are a X Lot boys' 60c madrld shirts 25c. Moscow, Oct. 14.—Expressing the .sentiments of the extreme wing of the Husslau reformers, Maxim Gorky ipoke of liis sincere sorrow at the death of Prince Troubetskoy as a man and a Russian, but said that Kussia had nothing to hope for from the activities of such men as the prince. The case against Gorky has not been heard, but the Russian writer said he would force the government to bring him to trial. KOFI CARPETS. few of our "Scranton prices Rib for the money. The popularity which this fiber car- roasts, 10c; chuck roast, 8c and 10c; Oiled opaque window shades, the 26c quality, only 19c. pet has gained Is a well deserved one. boll meat, 6c; pork sausage, 2 lbs. $3 ill $3.60 It has many desirable qualities which Full line of comfortables at special prices. the ordinary carpet has not, yet it Is for 25c; legs of pork, 12 ifcc. Be sure much nKeaper. We have sold hun- and come. Our place will be open Hosiery and Underwear reasonable prices. very dretis of yards of It during the past Saturday. Oct. 14. The Washington Now showing the fall few years. Attention Is called to a Meat Market, Connors' old stand. new line of kotl carpets which we and winter styles. Tte Manet Notice .to the Public. have Just received, and which In- FOR FINE WATCHES Portland, Ore., Oct. 14.—The Missouri state building at the Lewis and Clark exposition grounds, Including the various exhibits and the art and statuary collection, was destroyed by lire last night. The blaze was confined to the Missouri building. Fire at Oregon Fair. For forty years we have manufactured the best dooru, sash, blinds, mouldings and Interior finish In the Wyoming Valley. We also sell lumber of all kinds, hardware, glass, paints, oils and masons' sunolies. at money savlfg prices call at our jew- cludes many very pretty designs. We elry store; can show you many case will be pleased to explain to you per- deslgns with standard movements, and Boston Shoe Store 79 N. Main SL, Httston. 37 8. MAIN 8T. /" MmpEKn On res MJsi Prsmti PmsmsIi Hoock drug store. H. H. Ttaktr sonally the merits «f this carpet and will quote prices that you admit »»» J. K. PATTERSON * CO. exhibit the goods. reasonable. P1TT8TII. C Money to loan. Q. B. Thompson. WILLIAMS & CO. HARRY W. YASEEN, 63 N. Main St.