Pittston Gazette

              i , ' r. - -jv ,*■. V { *t: " vvV'";^ tttt A 1 ' — t. ■ IIJ i/rflD ) WEEKLY E8TABLI8HED1000. 920 rMH. 1 DAILY BBTABLIaHED BT THEO. HA RT1668. PITTSTON, PA., FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 1902. TWO CENTS ▲ COPY;« rAf Iff 40c month. I ruun FAVORABLE TO PANAMA ROUTE M'KINLEY DAY. NEGOTIATIONS FOR PEACE. WASHINGTON BUDGET. EARTHQUAKE IN MEXICO. «& Ofc't C(t iRaiutoiiv* no Custom loTCinot Odell haaea a Proelama- t(«n Calling For Observance. The Pacific Cable—Favorable Report on the Ship Subsidy Bill, Five Hundred Persont Reported Killed in the State of Guerrero. Albany, N. Y., Jan. 17.—Governor Odell has issued a proclamation that Jan. 20, the anniversary of the birth of the late President McKinley, be observed in this state. The proclamation la as follows: Washington. Jan. 17.—The Pacific cable question was argued again today before the House committee on foreign commerce. Thomas F. Clark, vice president of the Western Union, advocated a government cable on the ground that a cable laid by the Commercial company would deprive the Western Union company of all land business In connection with the cable, while a government cable would divide the business between the Western Union and Postal companies. General Greely, chief signal officer of the Unit ed States, spoke In favor of a government cable, declaring the same to be absolutely necessary in time of war and a thing beyond In time ot' peace. Laredo, Tex., Jan. 17.—A telegram received here from the City of Mexico says that 500 persons were killed yesterday by an earthquake at Chllenpanicingo, State ot Guerrero. Need Ever Feel Disw with a purchase made- i People's Store, for it '* right we'll make it rij got to be right in 1 that's the sum and"! of it. Read the folic gaics for this week: - No. 1. - Canal Commission Now Al- Sald to Be On Between Boers most Unanimous. and British. "His excellency, George K. Nash, governor of Ohio, lias suggested that Wednesday, Jan. 2'J, (lie birthday of Hie late President McKinley, be fittingly observed by the people of the United States. In this suggestion I concur and recominend that in the schools of our state suitable exercises be held and that the flags lie displayed upon public and private buildings, thus honoring the character and services of iDne whose death \fe so recently mourned." FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Have y onr eyes examined and yonr glasses fitted and adjusted by a reliable Optician who understands his business. It is the safest way and will more than repay you in the end. We employ one of the most expert Opticians in the country and have a department devoted solely to this work and can guarantee perfect CHANGE DUE TO NEW OFFER THE REPORT 18 DENIED. New York Stock Markets, furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers, room 26, Miner's Bank building. It Learned, However, Boer Leader* New York, Jan. 17, 1902. Open. Clos. .121% 123% . 76 76% . 97% 98% - 69 D4 70 % ■ 29% 29% . 64 65 .102% 103% 46 46% 23% 23% 162 163% 156% 167 86% 87- 40 40% 71% 72% .135% 137% 161 162% 100% 101% 51% 53% 56% 56% 33% 34% 162% 163% 148% 149% 55 *57% 81% 82 32% 33% 93 93% 59% 59% f 63% 38% 11% 81% 43% 94% 91% 42% 102 32 Question of Validity of Concetalon Set- Sugar  Atchison  Atchison, pref  CoppC|r  Car and Foundry .. Brook Traction ... B. & O ,  Ches. & Ohio  Clilc. & Gt. Western Chic., M. & St. P. . C., R. I. & P  Col. Iron' and Fuel . Erie  Erie, pref  Manhattan El  Met. Traction  Mo. Pacific  M„ K. & T  Norfolk & Western o. & w  90 Dozen Ladies' nicely mad*, rega ar and fl -60. very spec week. tled—Attitude of Holdera of Fifteen Against Appropriation of Farms. Hundred 8hares Only Remaining Have Indirectly Approached Eng- No. 2. Complication, llsh Government With a Protest Washington, Jan. 17.—The Senate committee on Commerce today, by a strict party vote, directed Chairman Frye to make a favorable report to the Senate on his bill providing for subsidies for ships. satisfaction. Childr en's Past Blaok R!1 in all size*, strong, and the for school wear; special j ' week ,i No. 3. New York, Jan. 17—The isthmian ca rnl commission held two sessions yesterday, and it is announced that its report is almost ready. The news of last Monday that the commission would by i majority vote report in favor of the idoplion of the Panama route. In view if the offer of the French company to irll for $40,000,000, Is confirmed by the lu'iouucement made by a distinguished engineer today that there wi'» probibiy be only one dissenting vote to the revised report. I.ondou, Jan. 17.—A strong belief prevailed in financial circles here late yesterday that negotiations for peace Itad been reopened between the leading Boers and the British government. 3f. CJ« 5ku{3(o Observance to Be General. Cleveland, O., Jan. 17.—Telegrams and letters receive# by Ryerson Ritchie, secretary of the McKinley National .Memorial association, Indicate a general observance of McKinley day throughout the country. The city council of Chicago will pass a resolution, and Mayor Carter Harrison will issue a proclamation calling for the day's observance. In 4,000 churches in Illinois special services will lie held. The ministers of the Methodist Episcopal church'of Cook county have agreed to hold a McKinley memorial service and take up a collection. Other letters and telegrams show great progress. A very choice' ot of uai brellas, oest frames, strong and best values aaywhere special price for this week..., Washington, Jan. 17.—Wallace Downey, of the shipbuilding firm constructing Emperor William's yacht, announced this afternoon that the launching had been fixed for Feb. 25, at 10.30 a. m. The State Department will prepare a list of the official guests for the occasion and invitations will be sent out' by the firm. 0(a&cout,; 36 ~*{j{oAkit §t.f "ydikttlucvu The exact nature of what was going Dn was not known, but a representative af the press learned that leading Boers Indirectly had approached the government protesting against the appropriation of farms In the Transvaal and Orange River colonies by the Uritlsh settlers, which system is now being pushed rapidly, and that strong Influence had been brought to bear on the Boer leaders to save at least a vestige of property for their followers. No. 4. I case Men's Heavy Woolen 1 - never sold Cor less than 25o Special price for this week 10c To riff UiAouHNeil. Wiisliiiiicitin, .l.ln. 17.—I'pon the re l nest of tiio D.-moeratiii members for •iii?rjD iime Ihe Rcmite committee oil tin' Philippine I-Hnds luis adjourned until Monday Its meeting liekl to discuss ihe I'lliU]DiD]no tin-ill hill. The amend ments sun.testeCl by the Republican members wvre adopted. The most ini porta nt*. of those reduces 25 per cent llie rate of duty collected upon Philippine articles comln« into the United States and provides for a further reduction equivalent to Ihe export duty charged on such articles when shipped from the I'hilipnlnes No. 5. s N. Y. Central .... Pennsylvania .:. x Heading  Reading, pref. ... So. Ry  So. Ry.. pref  So. Pacific  Tenn. C. & I  Texas Pacific  U. S. Leather .... U. S. Leather, pref U. S. Steel  U. S. Steel, pref. .. Western Union ... Wabash, pref. ... Union Pacific .... Am. Loco  When the commission prepared to nuke Its first report to the president jiore thnn u year ago, the commission■is showed a disposition to divide between Nlcarasua and Panama. For Nicaragua were Rear Admiral Walker, Professor Haupt, Colonel Haines, Prolessor Alfred Noble and Samuel Pasco. For Panama were Colonel Ernst, Seorge S. Morrison, William H. Burr md Professor Johnson. The two inter•Nts finally agreed to make a single re port, in which the points in fnvor of ilie two routes were fairly given, and tlie report was made to favor Nicaragua only because of the price at which the Panama property was held by the French company. MOVING FOR PEACE. 1 case fall size White Spreads, extra good vaL Special price for thtojfl| IT PAYS TO WrAT T Kruger Said to Have Withdrawn De- Amsterdam, Jan. 17.—A person of the highest authority «1icre assures your correspondent that the recent visit of Dr. Kuyper, the Dutch Premier, to London resulted in his persuading Kruger to waive his demands for the absolute independence of the South African republics. Kruger acquiesced definitely, with the condition that the approval of the people of the republics should be obtained. This, It Is understood, will be quickly secured.mands for Independence. People; Despite tiiese rumors tD direct denial was made In the house of lords by the I.ord Salisbury, that any overlures of any sort looking to peace hud been made by the Boers. After the speech from the throne had been read and the address In reply had been moved and seconded Earl Spencer (Liberal) criticised the address and said that while lie recognized the Impossibility of granting the demands of the Boers for Independence, yet he deprecated insistence on unconditional surrender. His lordship urged the government to promise autonomy to the Boers similar to the governments of Australia and Canada. CHAFFEE GOES TO SAMAR uo*?6 11% 81% 40% 94% 91% 41% 100% 31% Will InTMliintr (lie Situation In Tlint Inland, 13 SOUTH AMffV Manila, Jan. 17.—General Chaffee will leave .Manila for the island of Sainar tomorrow, lie will thoroughly Investigate the situation there, as It is desired to stamp out the Sainar Insurrection during the dry season. ALWAYS THE C Heating stoves at cost at Powers's. DISINFECTANTS. DISINFECTANTS. EVANS B! A captured communication from the Filipino insurgent Junta at Hongkong, addressed to General Lukhan, the insurgent leader on Sainar island, authorizes Lukban to surrender if he wishes to do so. but does not advocate this action. If Lukban surrenders, the letter goes 011 to say, he need not deliver a siligle Filipino soldier or officer to the Americans, nor must he (Lukbau) or any other officer be forced to accept civil appointment. Tliey may emigrate, if allowed to, do so. but 110 Filipino must be obliged to take the oath of allegiance to the United States. Under these terms the Hongkong junta has no objection to Lukban's surrendering.London, Jan. 17.—The movement of tlie opposing factions in the country for Liberal leadership has again been balked. Lord Rosebery has rejected a scheme to form a compromise whereby he would assume leadership in the House of Lords, while Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman would continue as leader In the House of Commons.Liberals Still Squabbling. To Cure a Cold In One Day, Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All drugglRts refund the money If It fails to cum. E. W. Grove's signature t« each buz. 25c. Do your dnty row. Parifv the atmosphere of your home and surroundings, we have nil disinfectants in use and will tell yon just how to u&e them. Kane's Pharmacy, Minority Report a Verdict. There was the same division when the commission made Its full report ust fall. The commission at that time, lowever, came near to disagreeing, and 1 minority report for Panama was only narrowly averted by the diplomacy of Rear Admiral Walker. The premier. Lord Snllsbury, whose entrance Into the house was greeted with hearty applause, said he was glad to hear Earl Spencer vent an utterance for which he (the premier) had bqpi frequently and unsparingly condemned. Death of a Chief Justice. AGENT FOR WHITMAN'S CELEBRATED CANDIES PRICE LIST. Victoria, B. C., Jan. 17.—Chief Justice McCall, of the Supreme court of British Columbia, died last night. DID YOU  SOME OF OUR GOOD FISH Best Patent Floor, per bbl.. Peed, all kinds, per ioo.,.,.. Bran and Brown Midds, too.. Oats, per bushel  Potatoes, per ba, good stock Gr. Sugar, ao lbs for  ROSY CHEEKS It is now said that all the members Df except Professor No Independence. Romantic Double Wedding. Haupt are in favor of recommending the Panama route to the president In the light of the new offer of the Panama company to sell, llear Admiral Walker, Mr. Pasco, Colonel Halues and Mr. Noble are all said to have come Dver to Panama. It was true, he continued, that there was no possibility of granting the Boers independence. Neither was it lie government's business, after being rratuitously attacked, to Inform the i'.oers 011 what terms they would lie i'orglven, especially since the Boers •nid not yet expressed a wish to be for- Parkersburg, W. Va., Jan. 17.—A double wedding took place last evening at Belington. The couples were Benjamin Hanno and Bertie Booth and William Gush and Pearl Booth. The brides are sisters. The couples did not meet until a few hours before the wedding, the courting having been done by mail. The grooms came from Campus, 111. last week? Those who did say It was excellent. We will have a larger variety for you this week. Friday, tan. 17 Steak Cod, 10c Clscoes 10c Ftettk Salmon 15c Smelts 10c Bailout 18c Pickerel 10c Bine Fish lfic Lake Trout 15c Blue Pike 10c Catfish 15c Herring 10c A Sure Sign of Health. Butter, very best dairy, per Senor Gomez, presidente of the town Dt Paslg, province of Manila, has been arrested 011 the charge of appropriating municipal taxes to his personal use. Vinol Makes Rosy Cheeks and Rich, Red Blood. Lard, pure, per lb  The commission had before it yesterday WHllam Nelson Cromwell, counsel. Hid E. A. Drake, vice president, of the Panama railroad. These men had been ■ sked to appear as the representatives Of the holders of 1,500 shares of stock of the Panama railroad which are owned in this country and England and ire not covered by the offer of the Panitua Canal company. ,-Iven Cheese, per lb  Replying to the premier, Lord Rosebery said he favored a passive policy of peace which would receive overtures when these were made and that In this .•onncctlou lie wished to know the truth if the rumors concerning the visit to London of Dr. ICuyper, the premier of Holland. Ilud Dr. Kuyper brought iucli overtures? $25,000 for Butterfly Collection, Chloride of Lime, lb pk... Sare They Have Kern, Reading, Pa., Jan. 17.—The American Museum..of Natural .History, New York, has purchased a collection of butterflies from the widow of Dr. Herman Strecker, of this city, for $25,000. The Strecker collection is said to be the largest in America and the second largest in the world. Dr. Strecker died two months ago. SEND YOUR ORDER IN EARLY^ New York, Jan. 17.—Chief of Detectlves Titus received the following telegiam last evening concerning "T, E. Manners," who was arrested Tuesdny in New Orleans and who Is supposed to be Valet Kern, the principal In the fifty thousand dollar Tliebaud diamond robbery: "Man answers all descriptions. Denies identity. Says if identified will return without requisition." On the strength of this telegram Paul G. Tliebaud, master -of the former valet, accompanied by Detective Serjeant John F. Kelly, took the 8 o'clock train for New Orleans last nlglit to identify the prisoner if possible. A pale face is an indication of disease. Delivered In sufficient time for the dinner hour. There are man; women who through overwork, worry or care find themselves in a weak, debilitated or run-down condition, which makes life a burden. Good Potatoes One Complication Remain*. A continuation of this condition may induce lung troubles, stomach troubles, a broken-down condition of the kidneys or of the liver, ora derangement of those organs that are the source of so much suffering for women. All such women should come in and see us, as we want to tell them about Vinol. are hard to find just at present, but we are fortunate In bavin? a good quantity of them. All good—look good, cook good, taste good. Guaranteed the best to be found in the market. This is said to bo the only complication In the wii.v of obtaining a clear title to nil the property by the United States government. The concession of the ranaiua railroad as well as of the Panama canal must be extinguished, [f the holders of the 1,500 shares will not sell, steps may have to be taken for the appraisal of the shares. This may be a difficult Cask, In view of the fact that the actual property lies In Colombia and some of It Is owned outside of the United States. "Not so far as I know," answered Lord Salisbury. Call on us when you wan! We can give you the best tC your money. On Jan. ist thC facturers advanced rubber g "Have any overtures been received I'rom the Boer leaders in Europe?" asked Lord ltosebery. Three Prisoners Escape. Pittsburg, Jan. 17.—George Harkens, John Coyle and William Verner, who were arrested last night on the charge of being implicated in a highway robbery two weeks ago, escaped from the Carnegie lockup at an early hour this morning. It is believed that they were aided from the outside. To this question Salisbury an s we red "No." Shelley's Gash Grocery Dispatches from Brussels assert that l)r. I-eyds, the European representative of the Transvaal, still opposes any negotiations, buf that other Boer leaders have been conferring among themselves and with Dr. ICuyper, the Dutch premier, with a view of arranging negotiations. None *Cf these stories has a very solid basis. Vinol is not a patent medicine. It contains nothing but the curative principles of Cod Liver Oil, combined with n little organic iron and a delicious tabl. wine, and as each of these ingredients have been used alone by our best pliysi cians foryears in treating general debility bronchitis, consumption and all wasting diseases, it can be readily understock that the scientific combination of thesi three ingredients will produce wonder!ui results. New phone. Luzerne Ave. per cent., but you can si ;he same price as before Prices That Appeal To Your Purse. store. London, Jan. 17.—The Copenhagen correspondent of The Daily Mail says that the Norwegian bark Arab Steed, ['aptain P. Pedersen. which left London Dec. 9 for Christlnnla, has sunk in the North sea and that twenty-two persons were drowned. The correspondent adds that a violent Storm Is raging aver Denmark and that other wrecks have been reported. The Arab Steed was a composite vessel of CD2il tons net. She hailed from Hvaloe, Norway, and was owned by Captain Pedersen and Twenty-two Drowned. Berlin, Jan. 17.—The government has made a new move for the relief of the distress existing amoni? native Germans. All foreigners employed on the State railroads, of whom there were some 950. were discharged and their places given to Germans. New Move to /Relieve Germans. 20 lbs granulated sugar $1.00 Good soap, 10 bars 25c Matchless Blended Coffee,lb....25c Best to be had for the money. Cafe Delica Java & Mocba, lb..35c Aeheson Bread, fresh every day, 2 toaveu for 5c EVANS BRC Senator Morgan having denied that Colombia had given ample assurances to this government that It would enter Into negotiations with the United States for the granting of a new confession in case the United States bought the Panama property, the Colombian minister called on Secretary {lay and made the matter so clear that there be no doubt of the intentions of Colombia. In the budget committee of the Dutch chamber Beveral members com plained that the government had taken no steps to Intervene In South Africa. Vinol Is especially good for womer whose blood is thin and weak; it puri lies and enriobes the blood. It is a'so excellent for women who are nervouD and worried because nervousness and worry always affect the stomach Ill'sl, taking away the appetite, making the sufferer thin and languid. Vinol is so delicate it can be taken into the weakest stomach. The wine increasos the appetite, and the medicinal elements of the cod's liver strengthens the muscles and adds ilosh. Yet it contains no oil or grease and is delieiously palatable. HaveYou BeenThinkh About Wall Papers? Mother Superior Critically III. Minneapolis. Minn., Jan. 17.—James J. Ilill, president of the Great Northern and of the Northern Securities company, and Charles 8. Mellen, pres|; .lent of the Northern Pacific, have been subpienaed to appear before Special Examiner Slabey of the federal court to give evidence in the Teter Power case at 10 a. in. Jan. 35 in this city. Mr. Power Is lighting the tn»isfer of preferred stock of the Northern Pacific in order to block the Northern Securities company, J. J. Hill Subprenaed. Baltimore, Md., Jan. 17.—Mother Margaret, superior of the Sisters of Charity in the United States. Is critically ill at the Mother House in Emmittsburg. Md.. with erj.-pelas. W. E. BROWN, Both Phones. 124 Luzerne Ave others. To Bnlld a Hnllrond In Hawaii. Honolulu, Jan, 10, via San Francisco, Jan. 17.—Active work has begun on the Ivonakau railroad, which is to start from Kpllua, on the Koua coast of Hawaii. and run around the western and southern coasts of that Island. The surveyors are now at work In the Held locating the exact line of the road. The company is capitalized at $2,000,000. nil SHve $20.0(H) of which has been sulv sciihcd In Chicago. Jacob CoeriDer. the promoter of the road, will start from here on Jan. 21 to purchase the necessary railway material.' Special Envoy to Spain, The Griffin Studio. Artistic Photography In all Branchea. Washington, Jan. 17.—Dr. J. L. M. Onrry of this city lias been formally np|M)lnted special envoy extraordinary und minister plenipotentiary to represent the president at Madrid on the occasion of the coming of age of Alfonso XIII., king of Spain. Dr. Curry was formerly minister to Spain and was present in his official capacity at the palace when the king made his advent Into the world. Havana. Jan ~17.—The battleship Illinois here this morning froir New Orleans and will remain tn tl" harbor for several days. Thousands of pedple lined the wharves to catch fk glimpse of the vessel. Battleship Illinois at Havana. We know Vinol is a wonderful and powerful rebuilder, and in advising you to take it we know what we are ta'klnp about. Vinol la what we say it is; and if you are tired and ail worn out do not let another day pasa without getting a bottle of It. Wllkeabarre, Pa. PEOPLE'S PHONE 3B8 5 8. MAIN ST THE WEATHER. TELEPHONE  City of Mexico, Jnn. 17.—Four distinct shocks of earthquake shook tills city at 5:20 o'clock yesterday afternoon. The shocks were very sharp, and buildings swayed perceptibly. Thousands of people rushed from offices and dwellings into the middle of the streets for safety, and many knelt In prayer. Telegraph poles bent like trees In a gale of wind, and most massive buildings were shaken. There has not for a long time been so severe an earthquake here. City Shaken, Washington, Jan. 17—Forecast until 8 p. m„ Saturday, for Eastern Pennsylvania: Fair and continued cold tonight; Saturday, fair. Come In and see us and we will convince you that *« are offering you health and strength In Vinol. Your money back if you art not satisfied. BENJ. A. CROWTHER, A recent order we placed has !) shipped and is now oa our she!1 (t includes all the new figure* shades; and the chance for * i selection is large here. Montrose. Pa.. Jan. 17.—The ringing of church bells last night for the first time lu weeks announced the ending of the smallpox epidemic and the reripening of the churches. Prayers of thanks were given by large congregn tions. End of Smallpox Epidemic. J. H. HOUCK "•"av£2gTjtrehiteci* Nr. Cleveland Able to Go Ont. YATESVILLE. Princeton. N. J.. .Tan. 17,—Ex-I'resldent Orover Cleveland enjoyed a short drive yesterday with Mrs. Cleveland. 111b recovery from the attack of pneumonia which prostrated him early in November is now said to be complete. Mr. Cleveland looked very well. As toon as he has gained sufficient strength he will join a party of friends for a hunting trip iu the south. ijiss Carrie McDonald Is visiting friends In Moosic. 0lan« prepared and Buildings Superintended Mary Haines, of Ash Gap, is visiting her brother, Thomas E. Haines. We can offer you prion that can't. r. 5. A W. S. BARRl Om P* & C. Om Wife Murderer llansred. George Qulnm formerly night operator at Jenkins Junction, has been transferred to White Haven. Michigan City. Ind., Jan. 17.—Itlnkurd. the wife murderer, was hanged at 12:11 this morning. Memorial for the late John M. Davis will be held Sunday morning at 11 w'ilock in the M. E. church. North Main St. New Phi Convicted of Murder. Camden. N. .1.. Jan. 17.-Sa(iiuel Van Stnvern, an oilcloth printer who has been on trial here for the murder of his wife Katherine on Nov. .10 last, was convicted of murder In the first degree. Van Htnvern had been separated for some time from his wife iiml on the night of Nov. 30 met her on ilio--street and shot her dead. Charles Sartain has returned, after a two weeks' visit with his son, Prof. G. E. Sartain. of South Norwalk, Conn. * The Outdoor Man's Great Shoe. H. H. Kohluat Hrtlrn. BRIEF NEWS NOTES An Order Once in a While Chicago, Jan. 17.—The Heeord-HT- Qld publishes the following announceir.cnt, signed by II. If. Kohsaat: "With this issue of The Uecord-Uerald I wish to announce that 1 have turned over Its editorship and entire business management to Frank B. No.ves. who as publisher nas been associated with me elnce the consolidation of the two payers last April." The inauguration of Governor A. B. Cummins of Iowa took place at Des (doilies on Thursday at the Auditorium in the presence of ft,00(J people. United States Army Shoe. * Wented—Sulphur Stone. Any quantity; good price paid. Novelty Jewelry Store, 103 N. Main St. WILL PROVE TO YOU That the Kind of Broeoi Canned Goods, Staple Goods and Vegetables Sell Are the By the collapse o°T a bridge at Indianapolis, Ind., yesterday a trolley car containing twelve passengers was thrown iiuo the river. No lives were lost. Heating stoves at cost at Powers's. It Girdles the Globe. Albany, N.* Y., Jan. 17.—Governor Odcll litis appointed Colonel Thomas \Y. Bradley of Walden, Orange county, ►. member of the New York state commission on the Gettysburg and Phattanoog.t buttieiields \o till the vacanoy caused by the death of General Daniel Butterfleld, Snccmsor to Oaueral llntterfleld. The fame of Bucklen's Arnica Salve, as the best in the world, extends around the earth. It'nJ.Uo one perfect hoatof yt cuts, corns, burns, bruises, sores, scalds, boils, ulcers, felons, aches, pains and all skin eruptions. Only infallible pile cure. 25c a box at W. C. Price's and J. H. Houck's, Pittston, and G. D. 8troh's. West Pittston. Admiral George \V. Sumner, at present commanding the League Island navy yard, has been selected by Secretary Ixmg to take command of the south Atlantic station. The Pope Makes at Speech. Rome, Jan. 17.—The pope is in excellent health considering his age. and there is no truth whatever In the stores that |ie Is gravely ill. Qn the contrary. he received yesterday the members of the Horn nil aristocracy at the Vatican and delivered a speech urging Catholic union against the divorce law proposed by the Italian government. GOOD GRAD i'lie plant of the Troy Collar company at Troy, N. Y„ was practically destroyed by Are on Thursday; loss $U.V 000; Insurance, J24.040. Tie plant of the German 1'rintlug and Publishing company on the tlrst tloor was damaged to the extent of $5,000 Courteous Serving. Moderate Prices. Careful Filling of Orders. Prompt Delivery of Goods, Are Some of Our Mottoer. | Dinner to Supreme Court, Not.co to contractors. AT is proving its worth ; It is {riving universal sat%T isfaction. A moro practical, satisfactory, comfortable shoo cannot be built. Made by the DurlantJ, Thompson Shoe Co., Honesdale Man'fd. Washington, Jan. 17.—The president ind Mrs. Iioosevelt last night gave mother of the state dinners customary it this season of each year, the  'icing invited to nioet tll« tustiees'of ihe'supre^iewurt. We have just unloaded two cara of nice yellow pine flooriu# and celling. U J. B. Patterson & Co. Six Years For Bunk l*renldent. Has Many Virtues. After Dinner tpt Mb Sirn Vou; VomDU SatlmHad. Louisville, Ky.. Jan. 17.—J. M. Mc- Krilglit, ex president Qf the defunct German National bank, rtMivlcted of fenibeasllng the bank's fund\ hiM been kentenced to six years' liniifctooflment and fined $10. McKnlght, who| has Men triad four will at—sl , t.; ■ ~ ~, [ ** i For cuts, burns and bruises, Pe- Witt'g Hasel Halve la unequalled. Draws out the Ore, stops the pain, soon heals the wound. Beware of dangerous counterfeits. Sure core for pUea. Bold by Purer. Peck * Roberts, To assist digestion, relieve 0IskMM after eating or drinkfl'* »*D heartily, to prevmt ofsjsjipjttou, take THREE D ARS A PAIR For Co]ftt« HJmlTerolty. "Mil""" Jan. 17.—Ry the will T. W. . -k'" Taylor otTroy. N. t„ two