Pittston Gazette

              • ' ' ' \ I* 'ti, I H / B9 Wj wT BfilfvflI irfrM ll H II ■ II I II II II II II j IB  ",iw y41 ■sSEflSTvv % -w ■*'' »■ ' «—— WKK] •wa ait right. It's got to be in r' that 8 the sum T» 1 NEGOTIATIONS FOR PEACE. CROKER SAILS AWAY. HOT DEBATE IN HOUSE. SCHWAB CREATINO A 8TIR. HISTORY OF SPANISH WAR JWt TJu, A*toni*he* the Austrian* With Hi* Ian Mion'R Ltadcnblp of Tam- iii :iDij la PiTiiinncnt, Lavi*h Mode of Traveling. New York, Jnn. 23-Hlcbard Croker. "tlie olil boss" of Tummnivy Hull, salliC4 away on the Americanliner Philadelphia yesterday, bound for his English home, as he said he would at the dinner given In his honor the night before nt the Democratic club. Vienna, Austria, Jan. 23.—Charles M. Schwab, president of the United States Steel Corooration, Is creating considerable of a stir here. Today, Schwab conferred with the director of the Alpine Mining company, the director of the Prague company, .and other .Austrian steel magnates. The VQlksblatt, commenting on the confe'rence, says: "We believe Schwab Is negotiating for the annexation of the entire Austrian Iron trade, and that one of our principal Industries will be handed over in a lump to grasping Amerlcans.'VSchwab Is astonishing the natives by his imperial mode of traveling. He orders Bpeclal trains for even the smallest journeys. Need a iD- Sto Different Light Thrown on European Coalition. Boers Have Made Overtures Over Manila Post Item In Urgent Deficiency Bill. makv right i _ act, and and substance of it. Read the following bargains for this week: No. V. w o©k • • 9flok Mo. 2. b® It Is Declared. Have jour eye* examined and yonr glasses fitted and adjniAed by a reliable Optician who understands his business. It la the safest way and will more than repay yon In the end. We employ one of the moat expert Opticians in the country and have a department devoted solely to thle work and can guarantee perfect satisfaction. LORD MILNER HOLDS OUT A large crowd of prominent Tammany uieti miw Mr. Croker oft uud cheered h'.in to the echo as the shin was leaving her pier. Mr. Croker responded by waving his handkerchief and then, apparently overcome with emotion, rested his head on his bop Herbert's shoulder. For half an hour before he sailed he was kept busy saying goodb.v to the crowd that gathered around him. The salutations wen- varied. "Uoodby, chief." said one. "Wood luck to you," said another. And Croker gave them a handshake and a pleasant sniile. THERE WAS A SENSATION. HOW PARIS INTERPRETS IT Great Britain at First, it I* Asserted, His Unyielding Attitude Has Proved Split* With His Party on the Vote, Occupied the Same Qround With an Insurmountable Obstacle — Fre- Attempt to Add to the Measure a quent and Prolonged Conferences Philippine Independence Resolu- France, German, Austria and Children's P»»t Blaok ttlbtwd How, In all rim otraue, and t.b»r#rT tbl»« for school leu; special prte* for this No. 3. Ate. 44 at The Hague. , tlon Fails. Russia. 3(. Cj. London, Jttli. 23.—A representative ol The Daily News in the lobbies of parliament hear* that there has certainly been some sort of peace overtures from the Boers, but that the unyielding nftl tude of Lord Mliner, the British high commissioner III South Africa, has, ae before, proved an insurmountable ob Btaclc In the matter. Washington, Jan. 23.—When tin! house gt representatives took up the genera* deficiency appropriation bill yesterday, Mr. Fadgett (Tenu.) advocated the adoption of a declaration in favor of pledging the United States to give independence to the Philippines. I'HrlB, Jnn. 23:—In view of the state raent uinde by Lord Crnnborne, the British undersecretary of state for for olgn n (Tali's, In tlie house of common? Monday on the subject of represents tloDs made lo Great Britain before and after the outbreak of the Spanish American wisr Inquiries were made In an authoritative quarter# to which were received the following explana lions, which throw a somewhat different light on (.he question. Honors for Governor Wood. Havana, Jan. 23.—Havana is out en masse today, giving a demonstration In honor of Governor General. Wood, as a testimonial for his efforts In behalf of reciprocity between the United States and Cuba. All nationalities and organizations participated in a procession at 4 o'clock this afternoon. Thousands will march from the palace to the American club. Governor Wood will leave shortly for Washington, to appear before the ways and means committee of the House. OjoUcUlK, 36 st.,vakt4Uvit "1 expect to lie back In about eight months." said Mr. Croker, "and when 1 return I shall be one of the followers In the ranks. I shall never enter politics actively again." He reiterated that I.ewls Nixon's place at the head of Tannuaiiy Hall was permanent. I owe Mm* RMtT Wookm Mlttoav BpScST aWo» J5}r'. /Vo. 5.  Mr. Cocbran (Mo.) declared that tlic attempt to subjugate the Filipino peopie had already cost tlie United States wore tlinn enough to build the Nicaragua canal and to construct 300 warships to defend it, yet the end was not in sight. The Hague eori-espondent of The Dally News nay* that liotii Dr. Leyds, the European representative of the Transvaal, and Abraham Fischer, the leader of the Boer delegates, are 1m v- Itig-frequent aud prolonged Interviews with Dr. Van Linden, the Dutch minis ter of foreign affairs, and Professor As eer. the Jurist and chairman of the arbitration court at The Hague. A Card. We, the undersigned, do hereby agree to refund the money on a 60- cent bottle of Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it falls to cure your cough or cold. We also guarantee a 25-cect bottle to prove satisfactory or money refunded. Captured Convicts Fare Badly, In the first place, in tlio Spanish nei"otin t ions tit tin- eud of March, 18118, to secure the Intervention of the power" C11 her favor Great Britain took the same attitude as France ami the other powers. She neither refused nor consented to join in collective action. All the powers were hesitating until they ascertained the intentions of the others. Russia clinched the matter by the late Count MouravicfTs blunt rejection i f the proposal. 1 am fallals* WblU Qrc *2!k Taeonia, Wash., Jan. 23.—Ten of the eleven convicts who escaped 0"OU' the McNeill's penitentiary Sunday aud who were recaptured without bloodshed are now couttned in two small dungeons six by eight feet, live men In each. One man. Carroll," is too sick to be placed in a dungeon. The convicts who were captured Tuesday morning and who were then almost famished were not fed until night, when each one received one slice of bread and a cup of water. They got nothing to eat until last night and will lDe kept In the dungeons for at least fifteen days. IT UH TI NT A' / Wheu the appropriation of $."i00,00(l for a military post at Manila wan reached, Mr. Hull (la.) raised the point of order thut It was new legislation. Mr. Cannon confessed the point, and the appropriation was ruled out. "Cy" Young to Coach Harvard. Boston, Mass., Jan. 23.—Harvard haB secured the services of "Cy" Young, pitcher of the Boston American league base ball teafa( who will coach the Harvard 'varsity team in the spring. J. H. Houck, J. F. Kane, Wm. C. Price, Chas. Waters, Q. D. Stroh. A correspondent of The lJally Telegraph, wiring from Brussels, says that Hie Dutch pro-Boer press has published a note Issued by Mr. Kruger declaring that no peace negotiations will be considered except upon the basis of the retention of Boer Independence. In lieu thereof Mr. Cannon offered an amendment to appropriate the same sum for the "shelter and protection" ot the officers and enlisted men of the army on duty In the Philippines. This the chair held to be in order, and it at once became the subject of a very spirited debate, in whleh»Mr. Richardson, the minority leader; Mr. Williams (Miss.) and Mr. De Armond (Mo.) were pitted against the chairman of the appropriations committee. Thousands Sent Into Exile. Every year a large number of poor sufferers whose lungs are sore and racked with coughs are urged to go to another climate. But this is costly and not always sure. Don't be an exile when Dr. King's New Discovery for consumption will cure you at home. It's the most infallible medicine for coughB, colds and all throat and lung diseases on earth. The first dose brings relief. Astounding cures result from persistent use. Trial bottles free at W. C. Price's and J. H. Houck's, PittstOD, and G. D. Stroll's, West Pittston. Price 50c and $1.00. Every bottle guaranteed. ALwrn'riirciimsT. Subsequently, after General Woodford's conference with the Spanish premier and Senor Gallon, the foreign minister, at which the latter Indicated the extent of the surrender Spain was willing to make to the United States' demands, the Austrian government, believing Spain's surrender was sufficiently complete to satisfy the United States, Instructed its embassadors to propose to the Knropcnn governments that a note be presented at Washington urging the United States to accept Spain's offer and avert war. Washington, Jan. 23.—Hon. H. A. Herbert, secretary of the navy during Cleveland's second administration, has been retained as special attorney by Colombia to represent it In negotiations with the United States for the use of the right of way across the Isthmus of Panama. Herbert to Represent Colombia. This note is regarded as a reply to the speech of Mr. Cbamlferlaiu, the Brlllsli colonial secretary. EVANS BROS. (•Inomy Outlook In Spain, The Morning Leader asserts that the British government definitely rejected an offer of peace negotiations from the Boer delegates, AVessels, Wolmarans ami Fischer, last August. London. Jan. 23.—The Dally Mali publishes an alarmist dispatch from Madrid giving the opinions of various prominent politicians concerning the gloonif outlook in Spain and their fears that the coronation of King Alfonso next May may lie the signal for a revolution. The Dally Mail's correspondent, deelilFcs that In addition to the Carllst menacing* "Weyler, the Spanish Botilnnger. Is troubling the waters and playing for Ills own hand." Mr. Padsittt'a Amendment. Mr. Padgett offered this amendment Jo the amendment PRICE LIST. Wm. Redmond to Visit America. Albany, X. Y„ .lun. 23.—Secretary J. Russell Parsons of the state board of regents In Ills annual report to the legislature for the year 11M)1 point* out that during that period $4CS.077.."D77 wan expended hi tliiw state for public education, of which the state contributed $."D.• 521.158. The total sunt was cxiDended as follows: Common schools. $32.71(8,- r.83; secondary education, Jf.".7UtJ.717: higher education. $7,3711,204. These tig ures do not include tin? expeuditureu for private elementary schools. The total lucreaae over the preceding yeur Is $2.!D73,778, although the total for sec ondary education shows a decrease of fcm.tirxl and for higher education a decrease of $811,772. Sew York RfgriiU' Report, "The government of the United Stntes hereby allures its policy and purpose Is to relinquish the sovereignty of the Philippine Islands, acquired under the treaty of Paris, and to restore the sovereignty thereof to the people of said islands so soon as they shall make manifest their tltness and capacity for Belf government." Dublin, Ireland, Jan. 23.—William Redmond, brother of John Redmond, the Nationalist leader, will shortly go to America, for the purpose of continuing his brother's mission to securc from the people of the United States an endorsement of the Irish agitation against "English oppression." Best Patent Flour, pT bbl.. $4.50 Feed, all kinds, per 100 1.66 Bran and Brown Midds, 100 1.40 , Oats, per busliel..........., 60c Potatoes, per bn., good ones.. 96o The Spunlsh embassador In London saw A. J. Balfour, the tlrst lord of the treasury, who must at that time have been acting as secretary of state for foreign affairs during the absence of Lord Salisbury at Beaulteu, France, who promised to instruct I*ord Pauncefote to act alone or with his colleagues with the view to maintain peace., No collective action was definitely agreed upon, though Russia, France and tiermany were disposed toward a movement which would avert an outbrenk of hostilities. No Collective Action Anfeed O* Staple Articles Always in Demand, Good Flour. Fine Butter, and Buffalo. Jan. 23.—Adam Boeckel, Bepublican. has been elected city 1i-oukC urer on the throe hundred and twentyninth ballot. The two Republican factlons In the common council met In caucus yesterday ufternoon, and It was agreed that each Hide should submit the names of live men from whom a candidate was to be selected. Boeckol received 17 of the 22 votes in caucus and was later elected at a meeting of the council. llvifTalo Rlrcln it TrfHUOPfr, Fresh Eggs. The place to get them— McDonneli & Dobbie's, 76 S. Main St. Prompt service. Gr. Sugar, 20 lbs for 1. Butter, best dairy, per lb.... S Lard, pure, per lb, \ Cheese, per lb.  Chloride of Ldine, 1 lb pk... ] -'I make three points of order against hut itmondment," Riiirt Mr. Cannon, 'first, that it is not germane; second, that it changes existing law, and, third, that It is idiotic." Wilson and Clark Visit Roosevelt. Washington, Jan. 23.—General Wilson and Captain Clark, who will be United States army and navy representatives at King Edward's coronation, called at the White House this morning to confer with the President about the duties of their mission. Phone 5080. "The t-lmlr sustains the first two points of order," announced the chairman.When you want the Ballentine ale, or Relchnrd ft. Weaver's lager and porter, pr any kind of soda, call on William Nash, phone 5060. 22ml Tlio vote then recurred upon Sir. Cannon's amendment, «n»l as it was being taken a dramatic ineident occurred. The solid Republican «idc_ rose in supl»ort of it, ami with the Republicans on* Democrat—Mr. Ctimmlngs (N. Y.l— stood up. Turning upon his fellow Democrats and shaking his list in their faces, Mr. Cummlngs shouted: SHOES. 4''- ' Fifteen Years for Gallagher. A few dn.ro, however* before the war It was declared that Mr. Balfour tyad raised the objection, to which I.ord Crnnbome alluded 1n the house of commons on Monday, against r.ny note which would have the apitoaranec of puttInje pressure 011 the United States or offering an opinion on the United States' attitude. The Austrian proposition then fell through, and the subsequent J dint resolution of congress rendered any further action out of the quest ion. The New Jersey Central has arranged so that upon the opening of the excursion season its trains can be run through to park from Broad St. station, Erie R. Ri. Plttstbn. This This park is one at the most popular in the vicinity, and Installed there are all the up-to-date appurtenances for a resort of this kind. As usual. District Passenger Agent J. S. Swisher, of Scranton, will look after the booking of parties, which in Itself assures good attention. C. M: Burt, General Passenger Agent. 21ml To Boom Mountain Park. Call on us whoO you Want shoes. Wo can give yon the best value for your- money. On Jan. 1st the manufacturers advanced rubber goods 10 per cent., but you can still buy at the same price as before at our store.  Tnmall AKaln*t Sfn* niKhop. Auburn, N. Y., Jan. 23.—John G. Gallagher, who shot and killed George E. Siebert, a hack man, last summer, was sentenced this morning to fifteen years In Auburn prison. Gallagher was convicted late last night of manslaughter in the first degree. Loudon, Jan. 23,-Tlie ceremony of the conlirmatlon of the Right Rev. Charles A. (lore, who was canon of Westminster and chaplain in ordinary to the late Queen Victoria, as bishop of Worcester at the Church House. Westminster, was attended by an extraordinary scene of tumult. The hall was thronged, und there were numerous objectors to the continuation, among whom was Mr. John lvensit, the notorious antlrltuallst crusader. They protested'so vehemently that what was intended to be a scinlrellglous ceremony assumed the uharacter of a disorderly political gathering. Dr. Ylllton Klfptnl Blnlinp. Springfield. Mass.. Jan. 23, - Kev. Dr. Alexander Vinton, rector of All Saints' church. Worcester. Mass., was yesterday afternoon elected bishop of the new l'rotestant Episcopal diocese of western Massachusetts and has signified his Intention of accepting the oftice if the action of the diocesan convention is continued by the house ot bishops and a majority of the standing Committees of the Kplscopnl dioceses. "When I refuse to vote to protect the life of an American soldier, I hope I may be paralyzed." THE WEATHER. A round of Republican applause greeted this statement, while several Democrats cried, "Regular order!" Washington, Jan. 23—Forecast until 8 p. pi., Friday, for Eastern Pennsylvania: Cloudy tonight and Friday; probably snow In northern and rain or snow in the southern portion on Friday. " This was the extent of CJrent Brit- Bin's action in favor of the United The amendment was adopted—127 tW 100-and, without completing the bill, the house adjourned. ElultcrR IDlvor«*c Bill Fatln, States. Washington, Jan. 23.—The Chinese Minister was this morning presented by Secretary Hay with the draft for $276,000, recently drawn by the President in payment of the proceeds of the sale of silver seized by the United States marines at Tien Tsin. Draft Transferred to Minister Wu, EVANS BROS. Albany. N. Y.. Jan. 23'.—The first of Governor Udell's bills to be defeated Ihis session was the Elsberg divorce bill, which failed in passage yesterday. The bill embodied the recommendations made In the second annual message of the governor In relation to amendments of the matrimonial law and had the indorsement of the State Bar association ami the New York City The statement of a prominent British foreign ottice official, quoted in rD I.ondon dispatch received here, regarding France's alleged support of the Austrian proposal is declared to lie incorrect. Frailer did not buck up the proposal. and the French embassador in London merely inquired as to what view the British government took of the matter. France's attitude/throughout was friendly to the United Stales as well as to Spain, her ardent deslro being to avert war. She took 110 Initiative in liny suggestion tending to put pressure on the United States nor at any time encouraged Spain to resistance. Her influence was always directed in the iiour parlers of the powers to maintaining peace. Altitude of Prinfp, American OflleeM Get Wet, WATCH DOG8. Want HlNanm Money FlgNt, Montevideo, t'ruguay, via Galveston. Tex., Jan. 2,1.—A boat from the United States cruiser Atlanta, with a party of officers In it. was capsized In this harbor. The officers anil lioat's crew were thrown into the water, but were rescued by craft from the office of the captain of tile port. The United States naval officers were on their way to a British vessel to extend congratulations on the first anniversary of King Edward's accession to the throne when the accident took place. Ever on the Alert—Alive to Every Form of Oppression—Kept on Edge. Burdened Beyond Endurance— Nerves Give Out, Constantinople. Jan. 28.—'The money contributed to ransom Miss Stone nild Mme. Tsllka may have to be intrusted to the brigands for some days before they relense the captives, as lias been done In previous kidnaping cases. The bandits are said to insist on this to enable them to dispose of the cash before retaliatlve measures can be taken. There is some risk In this crtursc. lint the behavior of Miss Stone's captors thus far encourages confidence that they will fulfill their engagement*. HavtYodBtM fir5, "ANCHOR"  r PAIN EXPELLER. 1 ■ Highly' iylgcd fry *lf'who h,vC uaed 1111 B One well'kuown person's Ictteroutof miny;M If/ ST ANNS RECTORY f—vNl | 110 EAST IZTST. L^t I New York. Sept 251899. I- f I | Having ascertained ttio I | merits of your'ANCHOfT I |l PAIN EXPELLERand examined. I | as to its efficacy, the abundant ■ | testimony of gentlemen,eminent I | in the medical and other profes I II I do not hesitate to Join I |l inthe praise of this valuable I I proration.I II Superintendent of the 82 Catholic I | [q~ - Schools in New Dfork. I I7BBWAIIK Or IMITATIONS I Only a»o. A 50c. at all drug-1 ffUU or through The machinery of a mill that grinds day and night has to shut down now and then for repairs. It is the same way with yourjsWes. Overwork, close application, *55f ways of living, bring about nerve waste that sets up symptoms of various kinds. It may be falling strength, weaknras, languor, headache, Whatever It is. nerve force is lacking, and the means of restoring rests with Dr. A. \1?. Chase's Nerve Pillls. A great many people vouch for this. About Wall Paptrs? Bar association. Prominent Mnnnfnetnrer Dead rawtuckot. I!. I.. Jan. 2:1.—Hezekiah Conant. an inventor and prominent In the thread manufacturing Industry of this country, is dead of old age. He was born In Dudley. Mass.. June 28. 1S27. In 1858 he organized the Conant Thread company of Pawtneket, which was later merged into the J. & P. Coatcs Thread company, of which concern he was treasurer and general \ - ••s-J liners Capture Native* mid Yeomen Helen tionld In Mexico, Pretoria. Jan. 28.—A few days ago a party of thirty-live natives were out cutting grass at Undlqiiesprult. They were escorted by twenty-five Imperial yeomanry. The party was surprised by WO Hbcrs and. after a gallant resistance. in which six of the Boers and one of the British force were killed, was forced to surrender. Four of the unarmed natives were shot in cold blood. El Paso. Tex., .Ian. 28.—Miss Helen Gould and party spent the day In El Paso as the guests of Mayor and Mrs. Haininett. The party made a trip across the river to Juarez iu a trolley car. At a Juarez curio store Miss Gould Invested in some Spanish fans and Mexican drawn work. The party visited the old church and the city jail, making, many photographs. The p.Vffy left in the afternoon over the Texas and Pacific rutin ad for Dallas. The exact value which should be placed on (Jrent Britain's leaning toward the Unlt*Dd States can be gauged by the fact that when war was declared Senor G 111 Ion was furious, first against Germany, secondly aguinst Bussla and only thirdly against Grent Britain. His resentment against Germany was due to the latter having encouraged Spain to resist and then having abandoned her at the last moment Among them is Mrs. Samuel Bogers, of No. 128 Hyde Park avenue, Scranton, Pa., who says: "I was in a rundown condition; headaches, nervousness, and sleeping badly and the appetite poor. I was told of Dr. A. W. Chase's Nerve Pills and got a box. As a result I sleep and eat well again, the nervousness and headaches are gone, and my general strength is back again. I am very much pleased with them and glad to recommend them to others. This I can do conscientiously." manager. Maryland "Kdltn" Maelay'* Book, Annaiiolls, Md.. Jan. 23.—The state senate unanimously adopted an order directing the removal from the state library"SlHUctlilrd volume of Muclay's "History of tlic1 I'nited States Navy," A recent order we placed has been shipped and is now on our shelves. It includes all the new figures and shades, and the chance for a wide selection is large here. Ws mr offer you priots that otbora •ant. Mr*. McKlnley'n \eplieir ninmtHNed. Washington, .Inn. 33.- ITpon the rec ommciidatloii of Immigration Commissioner FHvhlc of Now York Snpervls Ing Sax ton. a nephew of Mik. McKluicy, on Clnty at NeCv York city, has I icon dismissed from tho service. lie hail been supervising inspector at New York for nlxmt eight month*. The ground for dismissal Is given as neglect of duty. BRIEF NEWS NOTES We have just unloaded two cars of nice yellow pine flooring and celling. Notice to Contractor*. Philadelphia, Jan. 33. — St. .Tames' Eplscoiml fhtirch was the scene yesterday ( f one of tho most brilliant weddings of the season. Miss Klsle Cassatt. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. ,1. Cassatt. was married to Mr. \V. Plntiltet Stewart of Raltimoro In the presence of a fashionable assemblage, which included many Baltimoreaiis as ■well as guests from Now York. Washington and other cities. Mian Caiiiiitt,i Wrditlnic. The report of the Havana sanitary officer showed no case of yellow fever In December last. Dr. A. W. Chase's Nerve Pills are sold at 50c. a box at dealers, or Dr. A. W. Chase Medicine Co, Buffalo. N. Y. See that portrait and signature of A. W. Chase, M. D., are on every packa«ra.4. B. PMKUMB & OOl West Side Business Men. Ah Order - Once in a While r. S. A NT. S. BARRETT, North Main St. New Phone A permanent organisation has been effected at Portland. Or., of the I.ewls and Clark fair, to lie held there in lMOti . .Don't fall to see our display of fresh fish for Friday.' Will arrive Thursday. Some very fine shad among the lot. Hitter Market. New phone. Tho monthly statement of the collections of internal revenue show that during December, 1001, the total receipts were $22. SI J,1)15, a decrease aj compared with the corresponding month In. 1000 of »2,309,231. Tooth comfort means much; but you'll have it If you entrust the care of ycir teeth with Dt\ Schenck, Luzerne avenue. WILL PROVE TO YOU That the Kind of firoctrlei, Ginned floods, Stoplo Dry floods ond Vegetables Wo Sell Are the The Griffin Studio. Artistic Photography In al? Branch**, Siiurnr ( tinfcrrncr. Going Out of Business. I must dispose of my entire stock of jewelry, watches, clocks, silverware, picture frames, and now offer them ct less than cost. Solid silver v.atches, l?lgin or Waltham movements, reg. C12, now $6.99; 20 gr. gold filled rase, Elgin or Waltham move mcnt, $7.98; 8-day clocks, finely ornamented, reg. $6, now . $1.98; alarm clock, leg. $1.25. now 59c.; umbrellas, line cashmere, self-opener and closer, reg. $2.50, now 99c.; room molding, teg. 5c.. now lc. a foot. Everything sold during this sale guarantee* Entire stock must be disposed of between now and April 1. London, Jan. 23.—According to n dispatch from Brussels to The Dally News, the (iorman and Austrian delegates to the international sugar conference are ready to advise the suppression of sugar bounties provided that fir eat Britain gives satisfactory guarantees that, the British colonies will not pay bounties upon cane sugar. Fresh Masts—Many people know our fresh meats are not the Becond grade. 8o would you. If you buy of us. Rasper's Market. Oermnn Lonn Ovrrmihsrrlhcd fterlln. .Tail. 81.—The subscriptions from Now York bankers to the new a per cent loan of 300.000,000 marks, ot which the empire Issues 113,000.000 and Prussia 185.000,000 marks, are largei than the tenders from any other for eign country. The l»Dan was oversubscribed sixty limes. This oversubscription was the most phenomenal event In the financial history of the empire. Belleville, Tex.. Jan. 23.—Karl v last evening an affray occurred here Which resulted In tlncjc deaths, the fata.1 tyounding of one and the slight wounding of three others. The circiinjstance which caused the battle, with Its disastrous results, was tile meeting of tho Bennington and Odom factions hero Knlnl Krnrt Fight In Te*n«. Small Pox Is a loathsome disease. F.nd one cannot be too careful In public travel and conveyances. Our cabs and coaches are thoroughly disinfected with Creoleum every time they enter the stables. Both phones. Damon's Livery. GOOD GRADES. PEOPLE'S PHONE 311 BO. MAll ST GoniIoons SorvMf. Modorato Mom. Ham Prepared Cheap. ' People's Phone 8089. antral ItSC SENJ. A. GROWTNER, Architect. Halifax, N. S.. Jan. 23.—A monster meeting of the Roman Catholics of Halifax was held in ft. Mary's hall last night to protest against the form of declaration contained In the oath of accession to the British throne. Protest AxnlnM OntU of Arrrnlon We don't want you to forget that Friday is flsh day at the Rltter market. Orders delivered. Caroffl Filling of Ordore. Prompt DoHvory of floods, Are Some of Our Mottoer. yesterday A. LEVENE. 14 S. Main. Not Many of the old-fasbioned fire places in actual service today. Steam or hot water heats the house better and aore conveniently. See Lewis £ navtea. Building* Looked After. KeRtstered Patent Attorney. Mr. Cleveland (*om Hunting Chicago. Jan. 23. — Kohert MoFetridge, a-wealthy ice dealer, was shot and mortally wounded last night by 'ills brother, William. MoFetridgo. For a long time there lias been bad blood liel*veen the brothers over business matters. teeninn Shot by Ills Brother, A Vary Important Lei Urn Serve Yotif You'll Be Princeton. N. J., Jan. Utl.—Former President Cleveland has left Prlneeton for the sontli, where he will remain several days iiud spend the time hunting Willi Colonel K. O. Benedict. Rear Admlra|l R. I). Brans, General Anson U. McCrJok and Hertnnn May. Matter at this season is to give yonr teeth attention. We do everything known to modem dentistry. •((MM. Fotommmmo metrrn, ITALIAN SHOEMAKER, D14 Booth Mat* Strwt Omldras'* HboM, " , Uc Boy*' Shoos, «c ?r*ctlc»l fhoemrter. Bwt Wor* It's folly to suffer from that horrible plague of the night, itching plies. Doun's Ointment cures quickly and permanently. At any drug store. 50 cent*. , Fillings that last. Dr. Welsh, 14 S.Maln T. IV. KVTC, Teeth extracted without pain- Ex amlnatlon free. DR. REAP, Over Drary'a. At Ruggles's Book Store you will find en-dUpae at 2Sc, 30c and 35c a box of 2'-«, SrMtriM, Sttfto Bry iMdo. Both Phones. IMtw «ro*t 1 .. Mf-