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              W^D*TTT z* I TWO CENTS, j Ten Cants Pw Wttk. MDKBEB 838- | Week y KitsblUhaJ 1811. j PITTSTON PA., SATURDAY. MARCH 72 1885. SCARED TO DEATH. ROLLING UP THE MJLE8- QUICKLY CONFIRMED. SPIRITUAU8T8 EXOITED. A HOTEL HORROR. LAMAR'S FIRST OFFICIAL /CT. "The moon of Mahomet a row, and it ahall get," says Shelley; but if you will set a bottle ot Dr. Bull's C!ough Syrup in tome hand? place you will have a quick cure for croup, rough aBd colds, when your children Me troubled with them. the Holier Slcaten Mill rCnDCD( Awmy«» Thai* Task. A Female Medium Pi mil up In B»n'i rendering den. It tack, of Illinois, the ComralMlonershlp of l*an»I»ns. 8ENSXTIONAL INCIDENTS ATTENDING AN EXECUTION. A Wm Ifnrdarar Found Dead In His Cell Altar the HBaffin* ot Dr. Omimb. JENATOR RIQDLEBERGER WITHDRAW8 St. Louib, March 7.—Mr*. Nannie Miller, • well-known Spiritualistic medium, who has been plying her vocation with considerable success financially in the Missouri and Mississippi valleys, crime to this city a few weeks since, and has been holding seances two or three timee each day. Whispers weie heard in various circles that all was not strictly straight, and on Wednesday night Prof. Johnson, Dr. Adle, Capt. W. P. Scarf and Mrs. Johnson called for the spirits. Mrs. Miller entered her little cabinet, and as Prof. Johnson had expressed a desire to see n brother of his, a young man who died a few years ago, the cabinet opened and a young man came forth, very neat and trim, and very unlike the brother. The professor made a rush for the phantom and found It did not vanish, but was a thing of substance. He held on and a light was turned oh, when it was discovered that he held firmly in his arms Mrs. Miller. At this "moment her husband nuhed upon the scene in a moet belligerant manner and was floored. The cabinet was searched, and a large quantity of wigs, costumes and equipments for old and young were found, some of which were taken to the Pour Courts, where a warrant was issued for her arrest upon the ground of fraud and obtaining money under false protenses.Attlro and I* Exposed. TWO MEN BURNED TO DEATH BY Chicago. March 7.—"What do I think ot the cabiuotf' said Gen. John p. Black, ot Danville, 111., as lie sat surrounded by the members cf the Thirty-seventh Illinois regiment, gathered in their first annual reunion. 'I am disposed to think highly of the members, especially the secretary of the interior. He notified me of my appointment as commissioner of pensions. Of course I accepted. The telegrams that passed between us were two and were as follows: New York, March 7.—A* the contestants a thl six days' roller skating near the end of lie long journey the gap* between them toil case. This is especially between Donovan and his nearest antagonist; Boyst, who by hard skating has gained into second place. Schook, who has been laboring with a bad back for the past two days, was the worst used up man to the party. When the morning began Donovan had a lead of nearly 23 miles over Bchock, who was Just 21 miles to advance of Boyst; then came Maddock, O'Mclia and Allen to the order named. Tired as they were the men struck a ten-mile an hour cait which rolled up the figures to line style. During the second hour of the day O'Mclia and Maddocks had a great struggle for the fourth place. The whole crowd soon got into the "stride," and the third man and those behind him rapidly overhauled Schock, who had great difficulty to making four miles an hour. Donovan, at 2:53 in the morning, passed his 800th mile, and at 8:49 to the afternoon he had put 900 miles behind him, Boyst had, to the meanwhile, been cutting down Schock's lead, and just before 7 o'clock he pawed into second place. There were 17 contestants on the track at this hour, Jake Small being the absentee. His numerous falls had upset him so much that he was forced to retire. He was missed by those who had come to see his phenomenal bursts of speed. His place was well filled by Calhoun, Allen and Meyer, whoraoed throughout the evening. During the evening much speculation wat indulged to as to what would be the probable score of the winner. It was even betting that over 1,100 miles would be done in the week. The floor begins to show evidence of the great number of miles that have been traveled over it, and has become springy through the incessant jar, which nothing short of a concrete roadbed could have withstood. In spite of this, the skater? have made wonderfully uniform time and some of the fastest miles ever seen on any track. HIS OBJECTIONS. A LAMP EXPLODING. Wild Excitement Among the Guests—In Kocaplng Some of Them are Severely Injured, One, It Is Ilelleved, Fatally. Was Be Influenced by Mr. Blaine?—Some of the Positions Statesmen Would Like to Fill—Republican Congressmen Call on tbe President; the Philadelphia Poisoner—Other Convicts Terribly Frightened. AOAB1) 1To alt wno are suffering from errors and Indiscretions of yonth, nervous weejeeeee early decay, loss of blood, *c., I will send a redpt that will cure yon, ntXZ OF CHABGK. this great remedy was discovered by a mlmlnasrj is South America. Bend self -addressed envelope to Rev, Joseph T. Tnman. Station D. Hew York. Washwotok, March 7.—Mr. James G. Blaine took Senator Evarts to the capitol In □in carriage. The senate went Into executive session on Mr. Edmund's motion Just as Mr. Blaine was* escorted back to his carriage through the basement by ex-Senator George E. Spencer. Mr. Blaine's visit was not long, but be saw several persons. His carriage was not far up the avenue before the senate doors were opened, and the news went out that the cabinet nominations had been unanimously confirmed. How did Mr. Blaine suppress Biddleberger? Mr. Riddleberger at any rate suddenly : hanged front, and instead of making a long light withdrew all opposition. He was the more easily persuaded, perhaps, on learning that the senate would not let lilm pass over ■ Bayard and vote to confirm the rest.. He was informed that no cabinet would be con- Armed until Bayard's nomination was acted npon. Then he subsided and the names were all passed upon. lite president had expected that his cabinet would be confirmed. The commission of each member had been prepared and was signed aa soon as the news of confirmation was received. Bradford, Pa., March 7.—A lamp in the room of Bernard Freel, at the Dunkirk house, exploded at 5 a. m. and set Are to the hotel. Freel, and James Martin, a bartender, who slept in No. 10, directly above Froel's room, on the third floor, were burned to a crisp, and several others broke limbs and sustained other serious injuries in jnmn'"~ from windows. Freel evidently did lie.'i the explosion and was not awakened until his room was filled with smoke and flames. His agonizing shrieks and screams were heard by those who rushed passed his door, but no one stopped to render him assistance. When Martin jumped out of bed the floor was hot and burning. He colled loudly for help, and rushed back and forth from the window. He made three efforts to Jump to the street. The third time he fell back and was seen no more until his charred body was found lying near that of Freel in the room below. He had fallen through the floor. The hotel and three buildings adjoining were totally destroyed. The hotel was a three-story frame house. There were 30 people sleeping in the rooms, and the flames spread so rapidly hat the entire structure was ablaxe before the guests were aroused. Men and women rushed, screaming wildly, into the hallways. Some of them on the tiro uppor floors succeeded in getting out safely, while four others had their escape cut off by She flames, which roared and hissed desperately around the balustrades. The people on ■.he lower floor ronched the sidewalk In mfety, rat the unfortunates, two of whom were ■vailed in by smoke and fire on the second led two on the third floor, had a horrible experience in the attempt to save themselves. The stairway broke down, and a moment later they appeared at the windows. "Help! help I" cried John Sheppard, an old man of 75 years, from the second itory, and without waiting for aid he climbed out of the window. His bent form swayetf to and fro for an instant and then he loosened his hold. He fell on a pile of bedding and did not hurt himself much. Pm.iTurMTi, March 7.—The execution at Dr. Goereen «u attended by several incidents of a very startling nature. A wifemarderer was frightened to death, and three otitar prisoners confined for equally grave criHtP *rer» terribly alarmed by the knowledgiw fate of Goersen. Joeeph Barrett. M yean old, who was serving a long term for making a murderous assault on his wife, octup.eJ a hospital cell in the scaffold corridor. He was afflicted with dropsy and was b"dridden. Intense Interest in the banging waa n anifested by him, but all information Crf the details was denied him. He was greatly depressed when his door was closed tightly. The noise of theaolemn procession moving to the gallows increased his fright, which was noticeable to the nurses, despite who «iffors he rambled cm with his mind aV-Curoed by tha subject «f the hanging. WImu U) cell was opened he was found to be Taylor, who murdered the Eastern peniten#ary keeper, waa also terribly impreased by the awful character of Goersen's fate. Goersen's hopefulness bad inspired him with a corresponding feeling, And the failure of the prisoner's last tCort to aacape execution sunk him into a c«pdition of dispair. About a week ago seised with an intolerable fear, which ao exhausted his nervous system that be became a* weak as a babe. Early in the morning, the closing and bolting of cell door afier cell jloor, up to and including his own, infoimed him of the approaching execution. How he passed the almost eternity 'of that interval of two hours can only be fancied, from what waa seen when his cell door was opened, and he was found in spasms upon his cell floor. Medical aid waa at once summoned, but it was hours before he was quieted. W ashinqton, D. C., March & To Gen. J1. C. Black, Palmer House, Chicago: The president thinks your official connection with his administration will contribute to its success and desires mo to ascertain if you will assume the duties of commissioner of pensions. I cordially join in his request L. Q. C. Lamar. Chicago, 111., March 6. To L. Q. C. Lamar, Secretary of the Interior: I thank President Cleveland and yourself. If my appointment will contribute to the success of the administration I will accept the position. Telegraph when I should arrive in Wasliington. J. C. Black J. E. Patterson St CkD. Are making very fine stained glass window*, aa good as you can get in the cities; also keep a full line of builders' hardware, and havo on hand all kinds of common and fancy woods. When you cannot find what you want' at any other place in Pitts ton, go there. doclf-tf How toiBuy or Kent Baal TMale "The office was unsolicited so far at I know," continued Gen. Black, "and I f««l that under the circumstances it is my duty Co accept the position. Of coura, I am out of the senatorial contest at Springfield and have been since my letter announcing my withdrawal."See G. B. Thompson, who has ft largo assortment of houses, lota, stores, farms, Aa, to Tell him what you want. Then if ho oannosapply your wants aa well or better than anybody else, try somebody else. She had on a complete suit of male attire when grabbed by Prof. Johnson. The men who went to do the work are all believers in Spiritualism and looked upon her works as phenomenal, and hence the expose at their hands. Mrs. Miller placed collateral for lior appearance. The affair creates considerable stir in Spiritual circles. Crimed by Criminal Negligence. New Orleans, March 7. — A Grenada (Miss.) special says: An accident occurred at La. m. on the Illinois Central railroad, 8 miles south of this place. Mull train No. 3, south bound and running 20 miles an hour, and express No. 10, running at the rate of 80 miles, collided. Both engines are total wrecks. Two baggage and one mail car were knocked into toothpicks and one smoker was liadly wrecked. Both firemen were instantly killed, their bodies being found In the debris of the engines. The engineer on the north bound train waa injured. News Agent Blake was seriously injured, perhaps fatally. A man stealing a ride on the tender of the south bound train was instantly killed. Eight or ten passengers in the of the north bound train were injured. . The member* of his cabinet have been in consultation since the conflrma- Li ono, and it is believed that the nominations of some assistant secretaries may go in to-day. Ex-Attorney General FairchUd to succeed Assistant Secretary French, it is believed, will be one of the appointments. Hernando De Soto Money, who wanted to be postmaster general, is pushing for the place of first assistant, but it is said that Col. Vilas' choioe for that place is likely to be ex- Representative A. H. Stephenson, of Illinois, and that ex-Representative Fred Talbott, of Maryland, will be second assistant by the grace of Gorman. Mr. Money is likely to be dropped altogether, because he has been a steadfast supporter of John Roach's subsidy schemes. He voted on every occasion at the session just closed for the Pacific mail subsidy. Another candidate for first assistant is Nicholas Bell, of Missouri, the famous reading clerk of national conventions. Ex-Senator Jones, of Louisiana, it is said, would, like to be asstrtantrsecretary of the interior. Gen. John G. Black, of Illinois, is to be commit sioner of pensions. Ex-Representative Hoblitzell, of Maryland, wants to be commissioner of patents. So does Bob Vance, of North Carolina. The latter has a better chance. JUSTICE MAIMED. ll^fSTTQllic i She loses Her Arm by a Peculiar Acci- dent In Philadelphia. Philadelphia, March T.—About 10 a. m., when a heavy stream of people were passing through the Public building, the massiw marble arm which supported the scales of justice in the centre of the easterp end of the building suddenly fell, crushing a large hole in the solid pavement below. It was providential that no one was MIlcxl. A moment before the accident occurred three men stood apon the spot where the arm first struck. They had just stepped aside in order to get out of the passing crowd when the HO pounds of marble came crashing downward. It struck the hard pavement and rebounded with such force aa to prostrato one of the men. He was not hurt, however. Architect McArthur says that the accident was a natural one and amonnts to nothing. "The arm," he declared, "becamedetached through the action of the frost and can be easily replaced. The accident wai one that might occur to any building of a similar character." BOTH MOURN FOR HIM. The Mother Sorrow? for Her Horse, the Kane, who murdered hit brother, and who Is condemned to die, and Briggs, who cut his wife's throat, were also terribly frightened. In their neighborhood the ceils were all occupied by mAn who ' had been convicted of all grades of crime. The awfnl impression upon the minds of these convicts, who were guided in their imaginary picture of the scene only by the shuffling of feet, the low conversation, the solemn tones of the officiating clergyman, the terrible pause ending with a click and a thud, and the creaking of timber, must have b en vary acute. None of the cell doors were opened until every vestige of the tragic affair liud been removed, and then, as the keepers jutssed along, there were blanched but eager faces at the wickets asking, in suppressed t mes: "Is it all overF' "How did he stand itr and the like. Kane was found after the evm , pale, but perfocUy composed, and he plied question after question to fill in the details of the scene which ha had drawn in his mind. Briggs, it is said, manifested some indifference, and was not inclined to talk. Baltimore, March 7.—In September lust Edward H. Drake went to Winan's station, on the Maryland Central railroad, as night telegraph operator. He boarded with a widow named Mrs. Catharine Greosacker, who has a pretty daughter, Katie. Drake soon Ingratiated himself in the widow's favor, and began paying marked attention to Katie, who was anything bat averse to receiving them. Uanghter far Her Lover. The accident is said to have been caused by gross negligence. 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Take no other, ■■toaalrkr B»ow» cbisicu. oo_ sif.Tixjfcs.a*1 John Wheeler followed him, but was less fortunate in his fall. His left leg was broken and he sustained Internal injuries. O. M. Heller, a carpenter, threw himself from a third-story window. He was maddened by the pain from burns, and when he dropped to the ground be was crazed and badly mangled. James Halloran dashed into the middle of. the crowd in the street after Heller and broke hi* arms and shoulder-blade, fie cannot recover.Losses by Fire. Bt. March 7.—The post office and custom house at Biamarek, Dak., were burned yesterday. A few days ago Drake called upon 'Squire English and asked if that gentleman would marry him. The 'Squire advised him to have the ceremony performed by a minister, and instructed him as to the means of obtaining a license. Tuesday last, Drake, accompanied by Miss Katie, started for Baltimore, ostensibly to procure the marriage license. They drove a fine black horse, the property of Mrs. Greosacker.D Arriving in Baltimore, Drake took the girl to relatives of hers, and promising to return shortly, drove down town. Since then neither the $500 turnout nor Drake has been heard from, so that Mrs. Greosacker mourns the lops of her property and the daughter, her lover. East Medford, Mass., March 7.—The James school house caught fire from a defective chimney at 11:86 a. m. Seventy-five pupils were in the' building at the time. Notwithstanding the efforts erf the teachers to preserve order, a panic arose, but all the scholars were gotten out uninjured. Six firemen were in the attic when the ceiling fell through to the floor below, carrying the men with It. Not one of these was seriously injured. The building is almost a total wreck. Phil Thompson, of Kentucky, is making a big push for the internal revenue commissionership. Kentucky is coming to the front nobly. Mr. Carlisle's predecessor in congress, OoL Tom Jones, wants to be minister to Spain, and has strong backing. OldCerro Gordo Williams is pushing for the Mexican mission- LondOn, March 7.—Two dispatches in regard to the Afghan frontier difficulty have been received at the foreign office from M. de GierSf the Russian foreign minister. Theii tone is friendly, but the text is by no means satisfactory. They express vast friendship KumIb and Kngland. The buildings adjoining the hotel were crowded with lodgers, and it is miraculous that not more H"" the two liv as were lost The structures were of wood, and were consumed so fast that the inmates coald not save more than their clothes. They are all poor people. O. Mayer, a sick man in the house adjoining the hotel, was rescued by a heroic ti reman after all others had deserted him. The kiss on furniture, clothing, buildings and valuables was about $20,000. Carton's Patent Gas-tight Hot Air Furnace. Mr. Cleveland may not know it, but the foreign missions have been pretty generally taken. The list, according to the friends of applicants, starts off something like this: Minister to England, Edward Cooper, of New York; minister to Franoe, George H. Pendleton, of Ohio; minister to Germany, George B. McClsllan, of New Jersey. The stay hen of Mr. Wilson a Bissell, Mr. Cleveland's law partner, and Mr. Cleveland's very high regard for him, give rise to the report that a good plaoe is to be reserved for the big Buffakmian. One story is that Mr. Bissell is to succeed Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Coon. Persons who know Mr. Bissell do not believe that he would give up a good law practice to take an office that is so unremunerative. Deputy State Treasurer Angar is talked of for comptroller of the currency. Schuyler Crosby is a keen applicant for the position to Rome. for England, and offer of Russia's The tragic occurrences created something itt a Sensation, but it is nothing compared with that produced by subsequent disclosures. An hour after his execution a quantity of vera trine, one of the deadliest poisons known, was discovered in Goersen's coll, sufficient to kill three or four persons. Two or three days previously he confessed to his spiritual advisers that this deadly substance had been conveyed to him by a man who had been implicitly trusted by the prison authorities. The poison was passed to him in a pasteboard box cover which had a falsa bottom, and so deftly concealed as to baffle (be fiUwifti scrutiny. Itti probable that if Goersen had not told where he had hidden thrf poison it would never have been found, aa is was secreted in a mrniMr well calculated to baffle the closest search. In thedraiu of the cell in which he was lately confined there are some bricks disinclination to interfere in England's affairs in Afghanistan, but they distinctly refuse to withdraw the Russian outposts which have been pushed within the Afghan frontier. M. de Giers says that Russia is willing to negotiate far a status quo to prevail until the international frontier commission shall be accomplished. Lord Granville, the British foreign secretary, fcas sent at least one reply to St. Petersburg. The tot of this reply is withheld from the public, but it is understood that he proposes to take no definite action until he receives further information from Gen. Sir Peter Lumsden, the British finmmitatiniwr in Afghnniafam • Ifsnanb,, / B B . ,  Stole Bis Own Child. Chicago, March 7.—Miss Carrie Johnson, a poor Swedish woman with six children, applied to the Humans society to assist her to find her daughter Tillie, aged 12, who was kidnapped on her way to school several days ago. She tells a pitiful story. About six months ago she separated from her husband, who pawned her clothes and his children's for drink. Last fall he abducted their eldest boy, aged 10, and, though she has been unable thus far to find him, she learns that the father is bringing him up as a thief. She asserts that her husband also kidnapped Tillie. New Havxn, March 7.—In the city court, for arraignment on a charge at assault and battery, appeared James E. Waraock, a member of the class of 1887, Sheffield Scientific school. Warrick was arrested fat creating a disturbar .ee in a house of ill repute. After the settlement of the assault case, the prosecuting attorney announced that Warnock was charged by a fellow-student with the theft of a watch and chain valued at $300, and asked that ha be held for examination, and it was so ordered by the presiding judge. Sad Fall of a Young Student. The "Backbone" Land Grant. ■Washington, March 7.—A lively debate is looked for when Senator Van Wyck'a Backbone resolution ii reached for discussion and notion. Senator Teller feel* that an attack has been made upon the integrity of his own official action as a member of the laat administration, and haa declared his intention at ""Hng such a defense as will leave no doubt of the propriety of the act in question, or Qt his indignation. Senator Van Dyck ia llrmly convinced that the public interest demands an explanation of the issuance of patents to the "Backbone" company. The jutgect will probably com* up on Monday □ext.  Office Seekers Seise Washington. Warnock is the son of a retired physician, one of the wealthiest citizens of Atlanta, Ga. Since coming to college he has led a very fast life, and became of inattention to his studies he was dropped from the class of 1888, to which be belonged on entering college. It is said that other articles of value have been miuwd by students, and that suspicion points to Warnock as the thief. Warnock is one of the richest men in college, his monthly allowances from home being about $300, and this would make it appear that be took tha articles from his fellow-students simply to satisfy temporary needs. After his arrest he received a check for $280 from his father, part of which he used in liquidating some of his debts. It is very likely l hat the case will be suttled out of court, or dropped In some way. Washington, March 7.—Although the crowd of visitors who came to see Mr. Cleveland inaugurated has thinned out considerably, many office seekers still remain. Petitions are in circulation, indorsements are being sought, and so the ball ia aet in motion. Democratic members of congress generally approve of President Cleveland'a expressions respecting the civil aervioe. The prevailing opinion is that there will be but few changes in the purely clerical forces in the departments, but that sweeping changes will occur among postmasters, collectors, etc., where the present officials ore politicians. Some congressmen say that while the dntire party will not be pleased at the position takou by President Cleveland on this question, there is a very strong element ready to support him, and that he will be upheld by public sentiment and ultimately win over to him politicians who will now oppose him. Sparta, Ga., March 7.—Recently David Dickson died leaving an estate of half a million. He had no children, but a large number of relatives, who expected to be handsomely remembered. His will, which has just been probated, reveals the fact that he has cut off his kindred with niggardly pittances and bequeathed $400,000 in property to Amanda Enbanks, a negroes, making her the richest negress in the world. There is deep disgust over the affair. •400,000 Bequeathed to a Negress. Senators and representatives in great numbers flocked to the White House. From 3 to 4 r. M. the president gave a public reception in the east room. Platoons of police were on hand to prevent a crush. The callers formed in long lines extending to the street, and were passed into the east room in steady precession. After shaking hands with the president they were passed out of a window, down an inclined platform, to the yard. After the public reception was over Mr. Cleveland received a County Democracy delegation, headed by Hubert O. Thompson. cemented with the meet durable mortar. He managed to remove one of these bricks, and scraping the mortar from beneath it, returned it to its former position. Above this brick there was a crevice about one-half an inch deep. Ooersen wt-apped the poison in tinfoil, and putting it soma distance back in the track, moistened a portion of the mortar he had removed and tilled the surface so that it appeared as before. When the search was luade yesterday, the poison was found just where Ooersen said he had placed It The reason wisignarl by the condemned man for making Ms confession was a desire to make public the tact that he could have cheated the gallows at any time, and to c.eate the impression that he was not so blacic as painted. Various theories are astigued why h« did not make use of the poison. Tha ministers say they hope be refraiaed Ir.im taking hi* own life oa principle, and Cite his keeping poison so long in his cell as a proof. Home of the keepers declare that the murderer had no) the courage necessary to sustain him in the attempt Others, howaver, who were with Ooersen in his last days believe that to the very last, white be was Standing ear the trap listening to the prayer before ihe noose was adjusted to his neck, he bad a lingering hope, of reprieve. Coarsen frequently"'Cdeclared, even before the day ho was hanged, that he had poison continually on his person. His attorney states that ho knew his client bad soma of the same jioison in his poasng ion two yean ago. Ooersen told him then that be had several j «ckages ooncealed, and declared ha would never walk to the callows, and that no rope would ever stretch his neck. This poison he said he bad received while in the dock in court, and that it was an easy matter to get as much as he wanted. Theee facts were eooimunicated to the superintendent of the prittou, who is reported to have said that they always expected prisoners to commit suicide when placed in the condemned cells, and nothing could prevent their doing so if they chose. TO THE PEOPLE OF Cincinnati, March 7.—The Law and Order leaguo held a meeting with a view of perfecting the organization as a section of the National Law and Order league. The object ia the enforcement of Sunday laws and the law prohibiting the sale of liquors to minors. Some 300 prominent citziena are enlisted in the movement Law and Order in Clnainnatl» Pittston and Vicinity. We give the names of a few of the many persons using the "CARTON" FURNAOJC in this vicinity: Boston, March 7.—The report that Edwin Booth contemplates retiring from the stage next season is pronounced to be without foundation by Mr. Booth himself. He is under engagement to R. M Field for next season and under his management will devote moj, of his time to tho New England circuit, appearing only in the cities of New York, Philadelphia and Baltimore outside of New Rngltind . Edwin Booth Will Not Ketlr*. James R. Khret, Eagle Hotel, Pitbrton E. M. Sinclair, Sinclair House, Fittaton J. W. Compton, Dyer, Wilkes-Barre. Snmuel Sinyth, Inventor, PittBton. Jno. D. Green, Treasurer, Pittston Stove Oo Mrs. M. E. Everitt, West Pats ton. J F. Frederichs, West Pittston. Jno. L Morgan, Grocer, Pittston. Dr. Ttaeo. M. Johnson, Wast Pittston. ' '* Dr. E. R. Troxell, West Pittaton. Dr. 0. M. Williams, West Pittaton. G. F. Sharkey, West Pittaton. K. J. Ross, West Pittston. Henry Stark, West Pittston. M. Kctulmm. West Pittston. West Pittston School, 2 furnaces. Judge W. H. Cool, West Pittston. Home of the Friendless, (2) Scranton. 0. E. l'ryor, Pianos & Organs. Scranton. Win. Blume, Carriage Maufr., Scranton. W. H. Hollister, Pleasant Valley. Presbyterian Church, Pleasant Valley. Keystone Hotel, Hawley, Pa. Amos Nichols 4 Son, Montrose, Pa. C. B. Penman, Scranton. Peter Forve, Wilkes-Barre. Mr. Hutchinson, Kingston. B. B. Roat, Kingston. Geo. 1 e,Duy, Berwick. Adam Horkness. Pittston. Dr. E. B. Long, West Pittston. M. Bolin. Pittston. Geo. W. Benedict, West Pittston. Mrs. A D. King, (2) West Pittston. Thomas Maloney, Pittston, A Matthews, Pittaton. A. Flisher, Pittston. B. J. Durkin, (2) Pittston. Win. M. Smith, Pittston. Jno. Nash, Pittston. Mr. West, Pittston. George /ining, Moosic. M. W. Cortright, Meshoppen. B. M. Reese, (2) Scranton. Dr. J. L. Fordbam, Scran toe. D. D. Mosior, West Pittston. Geo. P. Steele, West Pittston. M. E. Church, Pleasant Valley. WD. Allen, Pittston. D. J. Levi, Scranton, Pa. H. A Fetterolf, Pittston, Pa. Frank Wicks, West Pittston. S. W. Kellum, Scranton. Matthew Dflugher, Fitter Boro. "Post-office," Pittston, Pa. G. C. Galignan, Bloomrbnrg, Pa. Martin Quinn, Pittston, Pa. Tboa. Jennings, Pleasant Valley. W. G. Btreng (2) Pittston Pa. (Jail and boh the furnaces, or send U r catalogue circular and prices. We can save money for yon if job will allow us to .figure with you. (23 PITTSTON STOVB CO. The Star says: "Representatives Bayne, Hiscock and Millard called upon President Cleveland and had quite a long talk with him. They toid the president they approved of the attitude be had taken in his inaugural, and in carrying out the policy therein declared be would have their hearty support In this they spoke as Republicans, and tald they believed they spoke for a large majority of their party. The president received their advances in the best possible spirit, and thanked them with much feeling and earnestness for their promises." Poisoned Ham for a *ThioC Cynthiana, Ky., March 7.—At a grocery store here the manager was continually mys tilled by the disappearance of sliced ham. To flnH the purloiner, be saturated the ham with croton oil. S. Miller, colored, was the first victim, dying this morning from the effects of eating the poisoned ham. Fatal Mistake In the Medicine* St. Louis, March 7.—A burial certificate, signed by Dr. E. C. Franklin, of 2,648 Olive street, was presented to the health office for the burial of Mrs. Marion League, the cause of her death being stated as disease of the esophagus and intestines from creosote poi•jning. The health officer refused to sign it 'and notified tha coroner, who proceeded at once to No. 1,015 North Sixth street where the remains were found. The coroner stopped the funeral proceedings until he could learn the facte concerning the death of Mrs. League. The husband of the dead woman stated that bis wife on Dec. 28, 1888, oomplainad of constipation of. the bowels, and called in Dr. Thomas Holland. He left two prescriptions, which she took. They contained creosote, and she constantly crted out that her inside was burned out Dr. Franklin was called in and (declared that she was poisoned by creosote. For this be treated her, but she continued to sink until she died. Dr. Holland admits having prescribed creosote, and says that the mistake as to quantity lies with the druggist. An inquest is in progress. New York, March 7.—Gen. Grant was better this morning. He had been enabled to sleep some during the night by the aid of strong applications of cocaine and the administration of sedatives. Ho tossed about in a restless way till 2 A. M., after which his sleep was easier and in some degree refreshing. Oen. Grant Dying. Disgraoe Killed 111m Measles Epidemic In Montreal. Montreal, March 7.—The health officials state that measlus are now more prevalent than for many years. All the schools are being visited by the sanitary inspectors. As many as 80 pupils are reported absent from one school on account of measles. Buoeis, Pa., March 7.—E. R. Butz, a book agent, was arrested a few days ago and lodged in jail for a small board bill, for which he bad become responsible. The shame and disgrace rendered him a raving maniac, and he was removed to the county installs asylum where he died. There is no doubt that the general's malady has assumed an alarming form. Dr. Douglass said this morning that although he not seen the patient Bince the previous afternoon there was no reason to expect any improvement of a permanent character. The diseased, tissue lies iu such a place that the knife cannot be resorted to, and there is no hope of prolonging tbe life of the distinguished patient beyond a few weeks. * Regretting Minister Aitor'i Departure. Rome, March 7.—Much regret is expressed at the approaching departure of Mr. Astor, the American minister. Aside from personal popularity, he has gained an enviable reputation among diplomatists by his successful efforts to save the property of the American college as part of the propaganda estates. He has enjoyed the confidence of both the quirinal and the Vatican, on account of bis judicious and impartial course. Mr. Astor was received at a private audience by King HumbertDetroit, March 7.—Four prisoners, named Robert Cowles, from Fond du Lac, Wis., forger; S. Ashman, perjurer; William Brooks, lncrenist, and Frank Kuhn, all from Detroit, cscaped from the state house of correction at Ionia. They have not yet been recaptured. Prisoners Give Leg Ball. A Justice Convicted of Extortion Camden, N. J., March 7.—At the session of the criminal court Justice John W. Wright, of Gloucester City, was convicted on the charge of extorting illegal fees for the issuance of warrants. The verdict was accompanied by a recommendation to the mercy at the court. The Voyageura Return to Montreal. T. S. Arthur, the Author, Dead. Montreal, March 7.—Two hundred of the Canadian voyageurs arrived here. The majority grumble at the treatment they received, but the Indians and the bona fide voyageurs say they did not go to Egypt on a pleasure excursion, and are perfectly satisfied. More than hall of those who arrived never handled an oar until they arrived in Egypt. The Indians will be entertained at a dinner at Caughnawaga. Capt. Aumond says the British have a difficult mission in Egypt, and from his own observations believes the great majority of the Egyptian people are disloyal to England and ready to rebel at any moment. rnrt.Aniii.pHiA, March 7. — Mr. f. 8. Arthur, the well-known author and publisher, died at his residence in this city at 11 o'clock last night.  N«w York, March 7.—J. A. W. Seligman & Co., the extensive American and European bankers, stated to a reporter that according to cable advices received by them from high financial authorities in England no precipitate war measures are expected to be taken by either England or Russia. War and the Stock Exchange. Making Coal Cheaper. What Does This Mean? Philadelphia, March 7.—The Philadelphia and Beading Coal and Iron company has issued its circular of harbor prices, to go into effect Monday night. The hew prices (or white ash coal, delivered on board of vessels at Port Richmond, will be $8.90 for lump, steamboat, broken and egg; $4.16 far stove, $4.00 for chestnut; VI. 10 lor pea. This is a reduction from the last circular of SO cents per ton on all sixes except pea, which is reduced 85 cents. New York, March 7.—The Nautical Gazette of this city says: "There are rumors which lead us to believe that ere many weeks every iron shipyard in the United States w8l be called upon to exert their utmost abilities to ail orders- tor war steamers to do war servioe under a foreign flag. It" is said that parties in this city are now getting up the plans and specifications for this now fleet. We have It from good authority that already quite • Dumber. of American built steamers have been selected for cruising purposes by * European power, in event of hostilities on the other side of the water. CONDENSED NEWS. The Queen's yacht has been ordered to be in readiness on the 2ttth instant for a cruise to the Continent. Another Ally for England. The Missouri Pacific is embarrassed by the strike of its employes. Freight is almost at • standstill over the road. London, March 7.—The Standard anerts that in view of Russia's attitude toward English interests Turkey has.formally offered to inter into a defensive alliance with England against Russia, and is ready to send an army into India to help England if the proposition is accepted. Already audi comment has been made on the management of the prison that is so lax as to itormit such things to escape detection. The astounding revelations have caused an order to be issued at Moyamemdng for a general search through the cells occupied by Goerten at different periods of his confinement. As he «aa known to have had poison at different times and none, so far as can be ascertained, was over discovered, it is expected ttm finite will be made similar to that in the cell last occupied by the wife-murderer. George H. Dean has been awarded a verdict of (6,0U) against The Boston Herald, for an alleged libelous artiste. • Washington, March 7.—The president accepted the resignations of Mr. Arthur's cabinet and signed tlio commissions of the new cabinet officers, who took the oath df office and entered upon the discharge of their duties to-day. Signing the commissions of bis cabinet officer* was President Cleveland's first official aC& The second was to sign the commission of Gen, Grant as an officer on the retired list with the rank of general. Kxlt the Old Cabinet. A Prototype of Child Murderer Freeman* Akroh, March 7.—Jacob Snyder, 85 year* old, went crazy, and tried to strangle his infant child, saying the Lord told him to kill her. The neighbors rushed in, knocked him down and bound him, saving the child's life. At the city lock-up he tried to break his brains cut against the stone wall, Injuring himself seriously, but is still alive. CoL Vilas is expected home in Mad torn. Wis., at once, as his sister Etta, 18 years of age, is at the point of death. Pleasant (or Albert Kdward. The Wabash Strike. The Denver chamber of commerce has passed a resolution requesting the secretary of the treasury to pay out silver. Dublin, March 7.—United Ireland, in a special edition, vilifies Mayor O'Conor for advising respectful conduct toward the Prince of Wales, and exhorts the people to abstain from paying homage to a "foreign potentate."Spring field, March 7.—About a dozen men were at work at the Wabash straps, but none of them returned after dinner, and only the yardmen worked in the afternoon, five locomotives were dismantled for shipment to Dunkirk, N. Y.. for repair The officers layabout WtfDO worth of repaii work is represented in these engines, and that about twice as much will be sent to Dunkirk from Moberly, Mo., at onoe. The missionary steamer Morning Star was at Sandy Point, in the Straits of Magellan, on Jan. 17, with all on board well. Bcaxc, March 7.—Tbn fallowing are the particular***! the attempt to kill Judge Duniur, while presiding over the police tribunal at LauMume yo-stoi day. M. Chavan, defendant in th i -.an wtuch was being ti led, took of- Junsc at one of UiO judge's l tilings, and suddenly springing to h;s feet drew a revolver Mill discharged it full at M. Dumar. the bullet barely missing Its mark. As M. Chaviii fired M. Cicordon, clerk df the court, and Mlllaucliatd, an usher, sprung upon him, but VI ere too late to prevent the shot being fired, lu tho struggle tor possesion of tho revolver more shots warSkred. and both Geardon and JSlonchard were se\areiy wounded. After M, Chavan had beedwsrpowvred and placed wider prrest be toOame wild ritfi rage, and vwore that he had con* into lourt prepared to kill presiding but the other A Itelrndant Nearly Kills a Juilga. Miners Propose a Reduction Of Wiges. The New York Central has reduced its dividend to 1 per cent, for the quarter. The road will meet any cut made by the West Shore. To Harmonise Warring Legislator*. New York's Cuiuil Columbus, March 7.—The state miners' convention was held in this city .and was largely attended, all thi districts except Mahoning being represented. The convention resolved to reduce the price of mining 10 cents per ton, to enable operators to compete with the Columbus syndicate. The deliberations were held with closed doors. Washington, March 7,-ffm. R Morrison, of Illinois, is here for the panose, it is said, of consulting with prominent Democrats as to whether some plan cannot be devised by which the president can harmonize the warring members of the Illinois legislature. Nxw Yolk, March 7.—An Albany special says: Secretary of State Carr has requested Mr. S. N. D. North, managing editor of The Utka Herald, to superintend the compilation of the state census, The new duty will not interfere with Mr. North's present business or place of residence. Herenzo Burrows, member of congress from 1848 to 1663, and comptroller of the state of New York in 1886, died in Albion, N. Y. Died at the Age of 10S. Datavia, O., March 7.—Henry Stull, aged IOC, died at his son's residence near Marathon. He was bora in Montgomery county, Pa., two miles from Valley Forga. He served in the war of 1812, and was at the battles of Lundy's Um and Chippewa, under Geo. Scott. He gave hix vote for Jefferson in 1801 He was at the polls in November, and voted for Cleveland and Hendricks. He bad been for 80 years a member of the Methodist church. A boy in Philadelphia was sent to deposit 140,000 in bonds and securities, and on his way a thief attempted to grab the basket containing them. The boy resisted and the t hief was arrested. Columbus, O., March 7.—The Times and the union printers, who have been waning (or several months, have settled their differences, and oommenHng to-day The Times bejrsnss a union office. One Ism "Hat" Offlce. Failures Declining. A Mew Western Hallway Chartered. Topkka, Kan., March 7.—Articles of Wrporation and charter of the JBleworth, Great Bend and Western Railway ootnpanyhave been filed with the secretary of state The company proposes to build a line of standard gauge between Ellsworth, Kan., and Pueblo, L'al. The cap'tal stock is placed at $8,000,000. Nxw York, March 7.—There ran 883 failures in the United States reported to Iiradstreet's during the week, against 270 in the preceding week and 211, 208 and 177 in the corresponding weeks of 1884, 1883 and 1883 respectively. While tearing down an old dsrricj: at Queenstowu, Fa., on Thursday, two men fell a distance of 90 feet. One ot them, Jeff Way, feB face downward on a lot of board] with protruding spikes, and was horribly lacerated. g F. McATKB. ATTOB«*y-4»tD-OOtrF Make as AnlpmtU Baltimore, March 7.—Washington Kelly, trading aa E. Bailey & Co., 107 Thames afreet, .hip chandlers, made an assignment to-day. J lio trrvtee Died a bond far 910,000. 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