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»n- • B ■■ ■■ m I* * N. •H I PITTSTON, PA., MONDAY, AUGUST II, 1902. TWO CKNTB A COPY: I ft KB/% f*|TC FORTY CENTS A MONTH, f W •WC.9» vfc 32a YEAR. j WEEKLY ESTABLISHED 1850. 1 DAILY EST. BY THEO. HAST 1888. EDWARD'S GIFT TO HIS PEOPLE SENATOR M'MILUAN DEAD. SMITH MAY GO TO COURT. It's a Good Investment To Buy Your firocerits OIL STRIKE IN MICHIGAN CYCLONE AT TRENTON N. J. Immense DamnKf Done, but No Fa* Falls Victim to Heart ntNease at HI* Country Home. Trentoli, N. J., Aug. 11.—With terrllic force » tornado crashed across this city last night, demolishing an Immense pottery plant and a dozen houses, at a cost of $2UO.OOO. Accompanying the tornado was a cloudburst. In which nearly five Inches of rain fell In less than three hours. The city was In darkness, the power house of the electric lighting plant being Hooded. No fatalities are reported, and from Princeton, Pennington and other •towns within ten miles conies the news that the only disturbances there were heavy showers. tallltrN Reported. Washington, Aug. 11.—A dispatch received here announces tlie death of Senator James McMillan of Michigan at his summer home at Miinehester-bythe-Seu, Mass. Death was the result of heart failure following congestion after an Illness of a very few hours. BRENNAN ft ROBERTS ' Homesteaders Made Millionaires In An Hour. His Majesty Gives Osborne House to People. Brother-ln-Law Says Retirement Is Unconstitutional. CO *0 Best Patent Flour. 20 lbs Gran. Sugar Clicese, full cream, lb Pint Root Beer Bottles, doz Qt. Root Beer Bottles, doz.. Hires' Root Beer, 3 for Arbuckle Coffee Lion Coffee $4.25 1.00 .12 .(D0 Tlie news came as a great shock to his friends here, as when the senator left Washington shortly after the adjournment of congress lie appeared to be in good health and looked forward with much satisfaction to a quiet and restful summer. For some years Senator McMillan had made his summer home at Manchestef-by-tlie-Sea, having erected a very line cottage at that place. FIND WAS ACCIDENTAL. WAS VICTORIA'S FAVORITE. COULD DEMAND FULL PAY ■ ■■ o» Flew Seems to Indicate the Presence Refusal Would Give Him Right to CO CD CO CO of Inexhaustible Quantities of Oil May be Mads Home for Convalescent Appeal to Court of Claims — Con. .[ , and Neighboring Property Has At- The trolley service of lDoth tile Trenton Street Kiillwn.v company mid tlie Johnson syndicate were completely tied up, and in the lower section of the city people were transported in rowboats.Army and Navy Officers—The queror of Samar Arrives at Ports. . .50 "c3 King's Health, Continues to be . .10 ' talned Fabulous Values. Good While no information 011 that point has been received here, the expectation is that his remains will be taken to Detroit and be deposited in tlie family vault at Elmwood cemetery. The body of his siDn. Captain James II. Mc- Millan, who served in the Spanish war and who died several months ago, rests there. The senator leaves a widow, three sons, W. C., l'liilip and Frank, all of Detroit, and a daughter. Mrs. McMillan and her daughter accompanied the senator to Manchester-bythe-Sea after the adjournment of con- mouth, O. Marquette, Mich., Aug. 11.—Three days ago. John Pearson was a homesteader near Masachusetts City; today he is rated as a millionaire. An oil . well was accidentally opened on his property last Friday and it has been • flowing oyer since at a rate that seems to Indicate the existence of petroleum in Inexhaustible quantities. No appliance is available to stop the flow, which is runnlpg over a field and forming a lake that is already several inches deep. Massachusetts City Is oil crazy. The liomesteadB adjoining Pear, son's and all property within a radius of ten miles are not for sale at any price. Portsmouth, O., Aug. 11.—General Jacob Smith arrived in Portsmouth this morning, lie was met by Bally post of the Grand Aruiy and "practically the entire town. Bauds played, cannon boomed, and tlie veteran received a very warm welcome. The local national guard and members of Company II of the Fourth Ohio regiment, who saw service in the Spiinish- Auicrlcan war, marched to the home of Judge J. \V. liannon. the general's brother-in-law, where General Smith Is quartered, and tired a salute. Mrs. Charlotte M. Smith, mother of General Smith, who Is eighty-eight years old. is with her daughter and son-in-law. IfOO* O LftJ I— Crescent pottery, which is one of the plants of the Trenton l'otterics company, was wrecked, entailing a loss of $50,000. Tlie roof of the building, which is located in the center of the busiest manufacturing section of Trenton, was llrst picked off and swept across another plant. Then the front and side walls crashed In, and tlie wreck was complete. London, Aug. 11.—King Edward has signalized bis coronation'ill a memorable maimer by the lnunillccut gilt to the nation of Osborne House, one ol' tlie favorite residences of tlie late Oueen Victoria. BRENNAN & ROBERTS, Corner Main and Thomas Streets, Next to Eagle Hotel. The gift is made in tlie following message to his people, addressed to l'riuie Minister Balfour: •g S.S D*' * sv - V Williams & McAnulty "I'lidcr tin? will of the king's much beloved mother tilt' Osborne House cstute Id, .is Mr. Balfour is aware, the private estate of the sovert In". Having to spend a considerable part of the year in the capital of this kingdom iind its neighborhood, at Windsor, and having also strong home ties in the county of 'Norfolk, which have existed now for nearly forty years, the kiwi; feels he will lie unable to make adequate use of Osliorne Mouse as a royal residence, and he accordingly has determined to offer the property in tile Isle of Wight as a gift to the nation. As Osborne House is sacred to the memory of the late queen it is the king's wish that, with the exception of those apartments which were In the personal occupation of her majesty, his people shall always have access to tile house, which must ever be associated with her beloved name. As regards-the rest of the building fluking hopes it may be devoted to national purposes and be converted Into a convalescent home for otlicers of tile navy and army whose health lias been impaired In rendering service to their country. Six three story houses In Perry street, not far from tile' Crescent pottery, were demolished at the same time. The manner of the destruction, was Identical with that ot the ilottery. The roofs were swept away, and then came a crash of the fronts of the dwellings. All the houses were occupied, lint 110 one was severely injured. The side walls of the buildings remained, but furniture was picked up by the wind and carried a considerable distance. Senator McMillan was a native of Ontario, having boon born In Hamilton May 12, 1K38, but In early life removed to Michigan and for many years bad been prominently identified with the business Interests and political life of that state, having for a number of terms been chairman of the Republican state committee. lie bad been a member of the United States senate since March 4, 1880. gress. Carpets and Wall Papers at Reduced Prices "S THE HAYTIEN REVOLUTION. "The action of President Hoosevolt In retiring General Smith was unconstitutional," Judge ltannon said. "I cannot say whether General Smith will put his case into the courts. Of course we will consult upon that question. Hut General Smith is a military man and may look upon this matter of pushing his claim like I do." Rebels Secured Control of Four Cities, But One Was Retaken, COME IN and look over our superb line Remembering we are quoting Special Prices. 60 NORTH MAIN. THE RELIABLE PLACE Washington. Aug. 11.—The Department of State has been officially Informed that the provisional government of Hayti Informed the United States legation that Gohalves, Porte de Pax. Petit Qoav and St. Maroln are In rebellion and that-the government troopB captured Petit Goav after a strong resistance. Many lives were lost. Fermln's forces set fire to Petit Goav before leaving the place, and It was destroyed. Ten thousand people are homeless In the town and are in dire want. Provisions have been sent for the relief of the population. - v V A frame plumbing shop adjacent to the brick dwellings was lifted in the alt* and dropped into the Delaware and llaritau canal. In its collapsed condition it floated to the State street lock, where it was removed from the water. Much of the debris from the wrecked houses also landed In the canal, which, combined with the heavy downpour of rain, caused that body of water to overflow Its banks and do great damage. He was chairman of the committee of the District of Columbia in that body and was also a member of the committees on appropriations, commerce, naval affairs, relations with Cuba, coast and Insular survey and corporations organized in the District of Columbia. If you arc looking for Something in the line of "How could the matter lie got Into the courts?" was asked. i'oiilil Ai»• it'li 1 to Courts, Evans Bros. "There are several ways. There Is uo trouble on that score," was the an-, swer. "For instance, when the lirst pay day comes around the general could demand full pay. Being refused, he could take the mutter before the court of claims, maintaining that he was not legally retired and therefore entitled to draw full pay. There are several Other ways in which the matter could be brought to the courts. GROCERIES As chairman of the District committee Senator McMillan was idcntlllcd with District affairs and became very well kuown to the citizens of Washington, by whom lie was highly regarded. He .took a lively Interest In the welfare of the District and was one of the foremost advocates in the efforts that are being made for Its improvement.We have them. Travel over the Pennsylvania through Trenton was suspended at 10:.'i0 o'clock last night by reason of the submerging of the company's tracks at flic Clinton street station. The platform of the station was entirely under water from the overflowing of Assahplnk creek. At midnight the tracks at the station were twenty-one Inches under water, and at the tunnel under the Delaware and liaritan canal the tracks were for'y Indies under water. Pint Mason Jars, Aflf» per dozen ■•UU CUBA'8 IANCIAL STRAITS. Bottle Ketchup Bottle Ketchup, 10c, or 3 for 5 cans Windsor Corn 3 cans Early June Pears.. . 3-lb pail Jam, in tin 5-lb pail Jam, in tin 5-llD pail Plum Butter 5-lb iKiil Apple Butter 1 crock Lutz it Schraum A: Co Made the Basis of Sensational Speech "If in order to give full legal effect to the king's wishes it is found that application to parliament be necessary, tile king trusts that Mr. Ilalfour will see that the necessary steps are iu due course taken." "Mind you," continued Judge Hannon, "I am saying tills without consultation with Ueneral Smith, and he is not to be held responsible for anything I have said." by a Carmelite Friar. Havana, Aug. 11.—A sensation was created at the National theater last night by the unexpected appearance on the stage of Carmelite Kriar Gon zalo, who spoke on the financial situation In Cuba. He advised strongly against the propoBod loan of $85,000,- 000 and cited tile downfall of nations that Buffered from financial mismanagement. President Palma and his official household were present. The audience cheered the speaker's sentiments repeatedly. Senator McMillan's family was prominent In social circles In Washington, and the senator himself was a member of the Metropolitan and the Chevy Chase clubs. Quart Mason Jars, JC. per dozon "lilB Except for attending the chapel royil, his majesty spent a quiet Sunday in Buckingham palace. Tim king and queen gave a very largo dinner party last evening, their guests including the Prince and Princess of Wales and the entire royal family as well as all the princely guests who were here for the coronation. "Will you represent General Smith in case there is any litigation?" "I certainly will." Mother Defend* Son, HAVANA'S BIG FIRE. FATAL FIRE IN TEXAS, tJeneral. Smith's mother came to Ohio with lier parents when seven years old from New Hampshire anil walked utore than 3U0 miles of the distance. Her sturdy eharaeter shows in her strong face. She is bright and quick despite her advanced years. She talked vigorously of her son's affairs. A gal. Mason Jars, II|Ia per dozen UUG Spven Humeri to Dentil In Snh An- Apple Butter 1 crock Heinz Apple Butter. 1 gal. Canned Apples,(whole) 3 bot. 5-minute ltoot Beer... 3 bot: Hires' lloot Beer for.. Good Itio Coffee, lb Arbuckle's Coffee Lion Coffee Three Deaths and Great Destruction of Property. frrln Hotel, Havana, Aug. 11.—The most disastrous Arc that has occurred here in years took place last night, resulting' in three deaths and the (lestruction of property valued at several hundred thousand dollars. The lire started in a large silk house near Central Park and spread rapidly! destroying th£ silk house and a number of other business places. Arlstides Pera, the famous artist, and Fa bio Lopez Quiuta. a lawyer, were burned to death. Chrlsto bal Lopez, a fireman, was killed by a falling watt. A dozen others were partially suffocated or injured during the progress ol' the fire. San Aiiki'Io. Tex.. A lift. 11.—Kire yesterday destroyed the I.iilidon hotel. liuridllK seven people to II crisp iiwl doin« n property dnmiiKC of $75,tMll). Potatoes, fine stock CDa per bushel OUC The king's condition last night was all that could lie desired, lie felt no ill effects whatever from the exertions of Saturday and lias expressed his extreme gratification with everything connected with the coronation and particularly at the orderliness of the rejoicings and the absence of any very serious accidents. POWDER MILL EXPLODE8. All the bodies dint liuve been recovered tiro fearfully cliaf-rcd mid in 110 condition to be moved I'Xcept In blankets."Look at what he has done." she said. • "Hi' organized the Second Kentucky regiment in the war of the r«- belllon. was wounded at Slilloli, recovered, joined the regular army through (ieneial ({rant's Intluenee and fought Indians when they needed lighting, lie was In the Spanish-American war, was wounded at Santiago, recovered, and. despite that he was entitled to retire, he went to the Philippines. There he was again wounded, but maintained his place in the Held. He paclllcd the island of Sauinr, and that's what he was ordered to do. and fulfills—no, but because lie spuke strong Words when American lioys under his command were murdered In the most barbarous style—lie Is retired, but lie is not disgraced, lie never ran. lie is 110 coward, and I love liiui the better."Glazing Department of the Laflin & Rand Plant Destroyed, Paterson, N. J., Aug. 11.—The glazing department of the Laflin & Hand powder works, at Wanaqua, eight miles from here, was destroyed by an explosion this morning at X o'clock. About two tons of powder exploded from some unknown cause. The shock of the explosion was felt in this city, mree workmen who were in the vicin. Ity of the mill that exploded were slightly injured. There was nobody in the building at the time. When the cUDrk discovered the ttnuics at 2 o'clock In the morning, the interior of the dining room was a gulf of flame, and he could not get through, lie rushed up the main stairway, kicking in doors .iml calling out at the top of (lis voice. Most of the guests were aroused by tills means and. by the discharge of firearms. Mangan's Evans Bros. A FILIPINO CHURCH Dry Goods and Grocery Stores, Tnfft uiitl Airulnnltlo Aiipnliitcd Illicit Manila. Aug. 11. — lsabelo de los Reyes, the labor leader: l'ascual Poblete, formerly a member of the Katiptliiau secret society, and l»a l'nion Obrera Deinocratlca (the Workmen's Democratic unioiu have organized a Philippine Catholic church 111 defection from the Itoinan Catholic church. lDrlr»Cn. 46 South Main Street, There were seventy-five people ill the house, and all of them got out safely with flic exception of the seven victims and three others who have not yet been located, but who are believed to be safe. Plttston, Pa. liarcelona. Spain. Aug. 11.—The chamber of commerce petitioned the government to conclude a commercial treaty with Cuba, and the government will shortly send a high official to Havana to open negotiations for such Spain Wants Cuban Business. 10 and 12 North Main Street THE MARCUS ISLAND DISPUTE. The Griffin Studio. For WEDDINGS C|AWOr* f For FUNERALS r,UWBr* 4 State Department Refuses to Recog. In addition to the hotel three stables and half a dozen stores were burned. nize Claim of Captain Roaehill. tiovernor Tuft. I)r. Pnnlo de Tavern, a member of the Philippine commission. and Agulualdo have been appointed honorary presidents of the organization, and Father C!regoiia Agllpay. a native who was recently cxcoiuiuunieattd by the Catholic church, has been made bishop of the Philippine Islands. Fourteen junior bishops and a large lily council have been named. The latter includes Felipe llucncumluo, one of the leaders of the Federal party. Pascual I'oblete bus taken the presidency and Isabelo de los lteycs tile secretaryship of the new organization. Just what you want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) |.B.GARPENTER,ektir st. exited boro Washington. Aug. 11.—It is'learned on good authority that the State Department refuses to recognize the claim of Captain Andrew A. Roschill to the owenrship of Marcus Island, over which lie raised the flag of the United States in 1SX9. It is further stated that this government will probably acknowledge, in the near future. Janan's sovereignty over the island. a treaty Artistic Photography in all Branches. THE WEATHER, BASEBALL, Chicago, Aug. 11.—The search for William Bartholin, who Is suspected of having murdered his mother and Miss Minnie Mitchell, Ills sweetheart, was continued, but no trace of the missing man was found. Oscar Thompson. for eighteen years the constant friend of the fugitive's mother, who was arrested yesterday, stoutly maintained his innocence of any knowledge of the murders and pleaded with the authorities to be released. After a long examination, however, Thompson was sent back to his cell, as the police feel confident that lie has not told all he knows. K. Hunter and Milton E. It. Edwards, former roomers at the llartliolln house, are being sought by the police. Scnrehlns; For Allfiied Mnrilerer. Mfflkeabarre, Pa. Washington. Aug. 11.—Local rains and cooler tonight; Tuesday, fair. Renulta of Ye«terilny*« Ganim 111 the Aiiicrlcmi LeitKue. PEOPLE'S PHONE 388 SI. MAIN ST At St. T.Dills— R. H. E. at. Ijouls... 2 o 0 3 0 0 0 1 •— (i 10 1 Wash'ton., o 0 0 .1 0 0 0 0 0— 3 li t liatterics—Dunoltuc anil Kalioe; Ortli and Clarke. At Detroit— R. II. E. t'hlla'phia.. 1 0 0 0 0 3 2 0 3- 11 11 2 Detroit I) 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 U Hiittcrlch— Hustings and Powers; Mullln anil Itnolnw. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Best Goods at Half Price at New York Stock Markets furnished by Haight & Freese. stock brokers, Miners' Hank Building. Patent — MAGNET COSTLY RAILWAY WRECK. New York, Aug. 11. 19(12. 133 131U, Colt Sugar Seven Cars of Grain Wrecked and Fire Atchison Aachison. pref. . . Copper Car & Foundry . Brooklyn Traction B. & O 1112% «7% 91 % Several native priests who were named bishops have declined to accept. It is expected that Ciovcrnor Tnft will decline Ills honorary presidency when he hears of bis appointment. At C'hleuKO— Boston.. 00000130 *0 0 1— 5 10 3 Chicago. 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 0- 4 It 2 It. H. E SKin IlarrlBburg, Pa., Auk. 11.—a. Pennsylvania passenger train. composed of ten Pullmans, ran into the rear end of a freight train early this morning at the Dock street tower, this city. The passengers were jolted from their berths, hut none of them were Injured, Seven freight ears loaded with grain were wrecked and the w rot-Wage caught Are. Completes the Destruction, J itlt t —1 and Sullivan. Young und I'rlgcf Patterson Our sale has commenced in earnest. Here there are no blanks —all prizes. When we see a chance to make one dollar do the work of two, we take it for yon. Then, too, we must clean up for Fall stock, and as this is the best time for you, we start now. -33 lis 101)% 04% STANDING OF THE CLUI3S. W. "-C. W. L. Cleveland. 44 4!D ;D Wash'ton. 43 50 ,43 Detroit.... 39 4s Haltlmorc 38 03 Opinion here us to the growth and effect of this movement Is divided. In some quarters it Is ridiculed, while In others it Is considered serious. Some people Say It will further upset Unpolitical situation and create unrest and possibly a clash between the regular Catholics and the dissenters. I'hicago. :» .rail Not Patent LeatHer^ Ches. & Ohio Chic. & Gt. Western C.. M. & St. P C, R. I & P Col. F. & I Erie .... Erie, pref 31% 54 Ms 31V4 185% 183 D,4 Et. Louis.. 50 :{!• lioHton— 51 33 Phiia'phla 43 40 1S7% 188 811% 40 Great Vein of Oil Fonnd. Is the Material in Those Burt & Packard Korrect Shapes. New York. Auk. 11.—l'lincc Chen, tin- cousin of tlir cnqKTor of China, who arrived hero on Siitunlny on board tlx- St. I'iinI 011 his way home to China. li lt at 11 a. in. on lioard the government dispatch boat Sylph from, the New Voil; Yacht dub's pier, at tinfoot of Bast T wenty-third street. for Oystrr Hay, Where he took luncheon With the president. Prince (lien VlnltM President. Mnss City, Mich., Aug. 11.—While digging for water on his homestead near here John Pearson uncovered u vein of oil. which gushed out in In rue Volume. Already the petroleum lias covered several acres several inches deep, and a lake is being rapidly formed, no apparatus being at hand to stop tile flow. The oil is of excellent quality and appears to lie Inexhaustible in quantity. 38 Vh II8V4 147% 1 lot ladies' white lawn shirt waists, they are worth 50c, 75c and $1.00. Your choice 25*-" Wills. & Nash. Manhattan El. Mo. Pacilie ... fill 14 149 134% 117'4 34% London Still Celebrating, 133% 110 33 Mi lf.8% T»vo KII lei! In Wrwk, Ladies' silk parasols, they are the $2.00 and $2.50 kind, yours now for *1.19 Without doubt the finest shoes iDver put together. Regular sparklers, high and low cut, London. Aug. 11.—All_l.ondon is still occupied in celebrating the coronation of King Edward. There is a general feeling of thankfulness that the King survived his Illness and was crowned. His Majesty held a meeting of the Privy Council tlilrf morning, and the new members of the cabinet were Danville. Vn„ Aug. 11— In a wreck on the Southern railway just beyond Willi creek, caused by a local northbound passenger train colliding with a southbound freight train, two men were killed outright and several others seriously injured. The two engines iind several cars were demolished, the debris being strewn for some distance down the track. -A special relief train was hurried to the scene with physicians, the injured being brought to this city and placed In hospital. now for 1 lot ladies' ribbed vests, worth 12c, hen; Col. Southern . Ill Central .... Mexican Centra! Canadian Pacific Hep. Steel .... special at Boys' fancy percale bhirt waists worth 2Cc fc . ! 29% 2!"% Ladies' i»ercale wrappers, well made, only 19% (18% 13ti% 1111* - 1 lot gents' fancy suspenders, only. Crr 8c Ladies' cambric under skirts with deep lace llouncc, worth 98c, special at 50e $3.50 8 $4.00. Norfolk & Western N. O. & W. N. Y. Central ««% Port of Spain. Trinidad, Aug. 11.— News has reached here from Venezuela that after three days' very severe fighting in the streets of Barcelona, stati; of Bernnidcz, the revolutionists, under command of General Penalozu, captured the town from the government forces. The government lost sixty men and (Jeiieral Ruperte Bravo; Helieln Capture Barcelona, Oldest A uteri en n Aetrenn Dead Sworn in 34'Vfe 104% 159% 33% 1«3% 159 New York. Aug. 11. —Mrs. Bllza Young, the oldest actress of the American stage, is dead at the Actors' Fund home, West New ,Brighton, Statcn Island. She fell two weeks ago and had one of her hip holies broken.' Ilers was the first death In the new home. -Mrs. -Young., was nearly—nlnet y-two years of age. She was born in London.1 lot dim it?, nice showy itattcrns, worth IV. now one-half price, a yard 7e Patent Colt Skin is soft, brilliant and black as night. Every pair guaranteed till the first sole is worn through. Ask to see the Priuce. He.ury—the very latest, a high and low shoo all in one. Pennsylvania Oyster Hay, L. I.. Aug. 11.—The 8ylph. with Prince Chen and suite, Minister Wii and third assistant Secretary Crt' State Poaree. arrived hen* a few minutes after 12 o'clock. Presi dent Roosevelt received them on the porch of his resilience, and afterward entertained them at luncheon. President Roosevelt's Guests. Reading .. .' Reading, pref Southern Ry Southern Ry., pref. -Suiitlierii Pacific Tenn. C. & I Texas Pacific ... U. S. Leather .... II. S. Leather, pref IT. S. Rubber CDCD% 73 39% Another lot of children's India Panama bats, they ara worth 25c, yours now for &o Ladies' lisle ribbed vests, short sleeves, regular 50c kind, yonrs for — |9c £1 Kxrnmlun Steamer lDlnnl»let] •htrree for Ladies' percale sun bonnets, 2fC- kind, your Cottage City. Mass.. Atlg. *ll.-D-The steamer Rhode Island, bringing a party of C«mi excursionists frolu Providence, struck a rock when within alMint three times her own length of the Highland landing. Cottage City, at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon, causing her to leak so badly that her pumps could not keep the vessel free from watrr. The steamer was able to make the lauding, however, and discharged her passengers without a panic. 1 lot boys' swimming tights worth 10c, hero now for.....* 5c Killed by a Trolley Car. Ladles' seersucker under skirts reduced to 38C ""7* 11'.% 40 V, 89 V, Philadelphia, Aug. 11.—An aged man and woman were killed by a trolley ear on the Willow Grove and Doylestown railway. They were riding In a carriage and attempted to cross the tracks hi front of the car, which struck the vehicle and killed the occupants. The names of the victims have not been ascertained. Women nnd Children Bnrned. Kgg Harbor City, N. J„ Aug. 11 Pilgrims to Rome. U. S. Steel II. S. Steel, pref. . Western I'nlon . .. Wabash, pref Union Pacific, pref Alton ■ ■ Mrs. Charles A Adams and her two Boys* caps worth 15o while they last ......5c Rome. Aug II.—The Vatican has been informed thnt during the autumn and winter four more American pilgrlmages will come to Rome for the * closing of the Pepe's jujbilee. children were so badly burned in a tire which destroyed their home at New Orotna that Nellie, the oldest daughter. Is dead. Mrs. Adams and the remaining child are not expected to II,.e. The Magnet 0.P.&C.0. , 47 . 92 ■ 42% 88% 37 S. Main St., Pittston Shoe Company.
Object Description
Title | Pittston Gazette |
Masthead | Pittston Gazette, August 11, 1902 |
Subject | Pittston Gazette newspaper |
Description | The collection contains the archive of the Pittston Gazette, a northeastern Pennsylvania newspaper published from 1850 through 1965. This archive spans 1850-1907 and is significant to genealogists and historians focused on northeastern Pennsylvania. |
Publisher | Pittston Gazette |
Physical Description | microfilm |
Date | 1902-08-11 |
Location Covered | United States; Pennsylvania; Luzerne County; Pittston |
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Description
Title | Pittston Gazette |
Masthead | Pittston Gazette, August 11, 1902 |
Subject | Pittston Gazette newspaper |
Description | The collection contains the archive of the Pittston Gazette, a northeastern Pennsylvania newspaper published from 1850 through 1965. This archive spans 1850-1907 and is significant to genealogists and historians focused on northeastern Pennsylvania. |
Publisher | Pittston Gazette |
Physical Description | microfilm |
Date | 1902-08-11 |
Location Covered | United States; Pennsylvania; Luzerne County; Pittston |
Type | Text |
Original Format | newspaper |
Digital Format | image/tiff |
Identifier | PGZ_19020811_001.tif |
Language | English |
Rights | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ |
Contact | For information on source and images, contact the West Pittston Public Library, 200 Exeter Ave, West Pittston, PA 18643. Phone: (570) 654-9847. Email: wplibrary@luzernelibraries.org |
Contributing Institution | West Pittston Public Library |
Sponsorship | This Digital Object is provided in a collection that is included in POWER Library: Pennsylvania Photos and Documents, which is funded by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries of Pennsylvania/Pennsylvania Department of Education. |
Full Text | »n- • B ■■ ■■ m I* * N. •H I PITTSTON, PA., MONDAY, AUGUST II, 1902. TWO CKNTB A COPY: I ft KB/% f*|TC FORTY CENTS A MONTH, f W •WC.9» vfc 32a YEAR. j WEEKLY ESTABLISHED 1850. 1 DAILY EST. BY THEO. HAST 1888. EDWARD'S GIFT TO HIS PEOPLE SENATOR M'MILUAN DEAD. SMITH MAY GO TO COURT. It's a Good Investment To Buy Your firocerits OIL STRIKE IN MICHIGAN CYCLONE AT TRENTON N. J. Immense DamnKf Done, but No Fa* Falls Victim to Heart ntNease at HI* Country Home. Trentoli, N. J., Aug. 11.—With terrllic force » tornado crashed across this city last night, demolishing an Immense pottery plant and a dozen houses, at a cost of $2UO.OOO. Accompanying the tornado was a cloudburst. In which nearly five Inches of rain fell In less than three hours. The city was In darkness, the power house of the electric lighting plant being Hooded. No fatalities are reported, and from Princeton, Pennington and other •towns within ten miles conies the news that the only disturbances there were heavy showers. tallltrN Reported. Washington, Aug. 11.—A dispatch received here announces tlie death of Senator James McMillan of Michigan at his summer home at Miinehester-bythe-Seu, Mass. Death was the result of heart failure following congestion after an Illness of a very few hours. BRENNAN ft ROBERTS ' Homesteaders Made Millionaires In An Hour. His Majesty Gives Osborne House to People. Brother-ln-Law Says Retirement Is Unconstitutional. CO *0 Best Patent Flour. 20 lbs Gran. Sugar Clicese, full cream, lb Pint Root Beer Bottles, doz Qt. Root Beer Bottles, doz.. Hires' Root Beer, 3 for Arbuckle Coffee Lion Coffee $4.25 1.00 .12 .(D0 Tlie news came as a great shock to his friends here, as when the senator left Washington shortly after the adjournment of congress lie appeared to be in good health and looked forward with much satisfaction to a quiet and restful summer. For some years Senator McMillan had made his summer home at Manchestef-by-tlie-Sea, having erected a very line cottage at that place. FIND WAS ACCIDENTAL. WAS VICTORIA'S FAVORITE. COULD DEMAND FULL PAY ■ ■■ o» Flew Seems to Indicate the Presence Refusal Would Give Him Right to CO CD CO CO of Inexhaustible Quantities of Oil May be Mads Home for Convalescent Appeal to Court of Claims — Con. .[ , and Neighboring Property Has At- The trolley service of lDoth tile Trenton Street Kiillwn.v company mid tlie Johnson syndicate were completely tied up, and in the lower section of the city people were transported in rowboats.Army and Navy Officers—The queror of Samar Arrives at Ports. . .50 "c3 King's Health, Continues to be . .10 ' talned Fabulous Values. Good While no information 011 that point has been received here, the expectation is that his remains will be taken to Detroit and be deposited in tlie family vault at Elmwood cemetery. The body of his siDn. Captain James II. Mc- Millan, who served in the Spanish war and who died several months ago, rests there. The senator leaves a widow, three sons, W. C., l'liilip and Frank, all of Detroit, and a daughter. Mrs. McMillan and her daughter accompanied the senator to Manchester-bythe-Sea after the adjournment of con- mouth, O. Marquette, Mich., Aug. 11.—Three days ago. John Pearson was a homesteader near Masachusetts City; today he is rated as a millionaire. An oil . well was accidentally opened on his property last Friday and it has been • flowing oyer since at a rate that seems to Indicate the existence of petroleum in Inexhaustible quantities. No appliance is available to stop the flow, which is runnlpg over a field and forming a lake that is already several inches deep. Massachusetts City Is oil crazy. The liomesteadB adjoining Pear, son's and all property within a radius of ten miles are not for sale at any price. Portsmouth, O., Aug. 11.—General Jacob Smith arrived in Portsmouth this morning, lie was met by Bally post of the Grand Aruiy and "practically the entire town. Bauds played, cannon boomed, and tlie veteran received a very warm welcome. The local national guard and members of Company II of the Fourth Ohio regiment, who saw service in the Spiinish- Auicrlcan war, marched to the home of Judge J. \V. liannon. the general's brother-in-law, where General Smith Is quartered, and tired a salute. Mrs. Charlotte M. Smith, mother of General Smith, who Is eighty-eight years old. is with her daughter and son-in-law. IfOO* O LftJ I— Crescent pottery, which is one of the plants of the Trenton l'otterics company, was wrecked, entailing a loss of $50,000. Tlie roof of the building, which is located in the center of the busiest manufacturing section of Trenton, was llrst picked off and swept across another plant. Then the front and side walls crashed In, and tlie wreck was complete. London, Aug. 11.—King Edward has signalized bis coronation'ill a memorable maimer by the lnunillccut gilt to the nation of Osborne House, one ol' tlie favorite residences of tlie late Oueen Victoria. BRENNAN & ROBERTS, Corner Main and Thomas Streets, Next to Eagle Hotel. The gift is made in tlie following message to his people, addressed to l'riuie Minister Balfour: •g S.S D*' * sv - V Williams & McAnulty "I'lidcr tin? will of the king's much beloved mother tilt' Osborne House cstute Id, .is Mr. Balfour is aware, the private estate of the sovert In". Having to spend a considerable part of the year in the capital of this kingdom iind its neighborhood, at Windsor, and having also strong home ties in the county of 'Norfolk, which have existed now for nearly forty years, the kiwi; feels he will lie unable to make adequate use of Osliorne Mouse as a royal residence, and he accordingly has determined to offer the property in tile Isle of Wight as a gift to the nation. As Osborne House is sacred to the memory of the late queen it is the king's wish that, with the exception of those apartments which were In the personal occupation of her majesty, his people shall always have access to tile house, which must ever be associated with her beloved name. As regards-the rest of the building fluking hopes it may be devoted to national purposes and be converted Into a convalescent home for otlicers of tile navy and army whose health lias been impaired In rendering service to their country. Six three story houses In Perry street, not far from tile' Crescent pottery, were demolished at the same time. The manner of the destruction, was Identical with that ot the ilottery. The roofs were swept away, and then came a crash of the fronts of the dwellings. All the houses were occupied, lint 110 one was severely injured. The side walls of the buildings remained, but furniture was picked up by the wind and carried a considerable distance. Senator McMillan was a native of Ontario, having boon born In Hamilton May 12, 1K38, but In early life removed to Michigan and for many years bad been prominently identified with the business Interests and political life of that state, having for a number of terms been chairman of the Republican state committee. lie bad been a member of the United States senate since March 4, 1880. gress. Carpets and Wall Papers at Reduced Prices "S THE HAYTIEN REVOLUTION. "The action of President Hoosevolt In retiring General Smith was unconstitutional," Judge ltannon said. "I cannot say whether General Smith will put his case into the courts. Of course we will consult upon that question. Hut General Smith is a military man and may look upon this matter of pushing his claim like I do." Rebels Secured Control of Four Cities, But One Was Retaken, COME IN and look over our superb line Remembering we are quoting Special Prices. 60 NORTH MAIN. THE RELIABLE PLACE Washington. Aug. 11.—The Department of State has been officially Informed that the provisional government of Hayti Informed the United States legation that Gohalves, Porte de Pax. Petit Qoav and St. Maroln are In rebellion and that-the government troopB captured Petit Goav after a strong resistance. Many lives were lost. Fermln's forces set fire to Petit Goav before leaving the place, and It was destroyed. Ten thousand people are homeless In the town and are in dire want. Provisions have been sent for the relief of the population. - v V A frame plumbing shop adjacent to the brick dwellings was lifted in the alt* and dropped into the Delaware and llaritau canal. In its collapsed condition it floated to the State street lock, where it was removed from the water. Much of the debris from the wrecked houses also landed In the canal, which, combined with the heavy downpour of rain, caused that body of water to overflow Its banks and do great damage. He was chairman of the committee of the District of Columbia in that body and was also a member of the committees on appropriations, commerce, naval affairs, relations with Cuba, coast and Insular survey and corporations organized in the District of Columbia. If you arc looking for Something in the line of "How could the matter lie got Into the courts?" was asked. i'oiilil Ai»• it'li 1 to Courts, Evans Bros. "There are several ways. There Is uo trouble on that score," was the an-, swer. "For instance, when the lirst pay day comes around the general could demand full pay. Being refused, he could take the mutter before the court of claims, maintaining that he was not legally retired and therefore entitled to draw full pay. There are several Other ways in which the matter could be brought to the courts. GROCERIES As chairman of the District committee Senator McMillan was idcntlllcd with District affairs and became very well kuown to the citizens of Washington, by whom lie was highly regarded. He .took a lively Interest In the welfare of the District and was one of the foremost advocates in the efforts that are being made for Its improvement.We have them. Travel over the Pennsylvania through Trenton was suspended at 10:.'i0 o'clock last night by reason of the submerging of the company's tracks at flic Clinton street station. The platform of the station was entirely under water from the overflowing of Assahplnk creek. At midnight the tracks at the station were twenty-one Inches under water, and at the tunnel under the Delaware and liaritan canal the tracks were for'y Indies under water. Pint Mason Jars, Aflf» per dozen ■•UU CUBA'8 IANCIAL STRAITS. Bottle Ketchup Bottle Ketchup, 10c, or 3 for 5 cans Windsor Corn 3 cans Early June Pears.. . 3-lb pail Jam, in tin 5-lb pail Jam, in tin 5-llD pail Plum Butter 5-lb iKiil Apple Butter 1 crock Lutz it Schraum A: Co Made the Basis of Sensational Speech "If in order to give full legal effect to the king's wishes it is found that application to parliament be necessary, tile king trusts that Mr. Ilalfour will see that the necessary steps are iu due course taken." "Mind you," continued Judge Hannon, "I am saying tills without consultation with Ueneral Smith, and he is not to be held responsible for anything I have said." by a Carmelite Friar. Havana, Aug. 11.—A sensation was created at the National theater last night by the unexpected appearance on the stage of Carmelite Kriar Gon zalo, who spoke on the financial situation In Cuba. He advised strongly against the propoBod loan of $85,000,- 000 and cited tile downfall of nations that Buffered from financial mismanagement. President Palma and his official household were present. The audience cheered the speaker's sentiments repeatedly. Senator McMillan's family was prominent In social circles In Washington, and the senator himself was a member of the Metropolitan and the Chevy Chase clubs. Quart Mason Jars, JC. per dozon "lilB Except for attending the chapel royil, his majesty spent a quiet Sunday in Buckingham palace. Tim king and queen gave a very largo dinner party last evening, their guests including the Prince and Princess of Wales and the entire royal family as well as all the princely guests who were here for the coronation. "Will you represent General Smith in case there is any litigation?" "I certainly will." Mother Defend* Son, HAVANA'S BIG FIRE. FATAL FIRE IN TEXAS, tJeneral. Smith's mother came to Ohio with lier parents when seven years old from New Hampshire anil walked utore than 3U0 miles of the distance. Her sturdy eharaeter shows in her strong face. She is bright and quick despite her advanced years. She talked vigorously of her son's affairs. A gal. Mason Jars, II|Ia per dozen UUG Spven Humeri to Dentil In Snh An- Apple Butter 1 crock Heinz Apple Butter. 1 gal. Canned Apples,(whole) 3 bot. 5-minute ltoot Beer... 3 bot: Hires' lloot Beer for.. Good Itio Coffee, lb Arbuckle's Coffee Lion Coffee Three Deaths and Great Destruction of Property. frrln Hotel, Havana, Aug. 11.—The most disastrous Arc that has occurred here in years took place last night, resulting' in three deaths and the (lestruction of property valued at several hundred thousand dollars. The lire started in a large silk house near Central Park and spread rapidly! destroying th£ silk house and a number of other business places. Arlstides Pera, the famous artist, and Fa bio Lopez Quiuta. a lawyer, were burned to death. Chrlsto bal Lopez, a fireman, was killed by a falling watt. A dozen others were partially suffocated or injured during the progress ol' the fire. San Aiiki'Io. Tex.. A lift. 11.—Kire yesterday destroyed the I.iilidon hotel. liuridllK seven people to II crisp iiwl doin« n property dnmiiKC of $75,tMll). Potatoes, fine stock CDa per bushel OUC The king's condition last night was all that could lie desired, lie felt no ill effects whatever from the exertions of Saturday and lias expressed his extreme gratification with everything connected with the coronation and particularly at the orderliness of the rejoicings and the absence of any very serious accidents. POWDER MILL EXPLODE8. All the bodies dint liuve been recovered tiro fearfully cliaf-rcd mid in 110 condition to be moved I'Xcept In blankets."Look at what he has done." she said. • "Hi' organized the Second Kentucky regiment in the war of the r«- belllon. was wounded at Slilloli, recovered, joined the regular army through (ieneial ({rant's Intluenee and fought Indians when they needed lighting, lie was In the Spanish-American war, was wounded at Santiago, recovered, and. despite that he was entitled to retire, he went to the Philippines. There he was again wounded, but maintained his place in the Held. He paclllcd the island of Sauinr, and that's what he was ordered to do. and fulfills—no, but because lie spuke strong Words when American lioys under his command were murdered In the most barbarous style—lie Is retired, but lie is not disgraced, lie never ran. lie is 110 coward, and I love liiui the better."Glazing Department of the Laflin & Rand Plant Destroyed, Paterson, N. J., Aug. 11.—The glazing department of the Laflin & Hand powder works, at Wanaqua, eight miles from here, was destroyed by an explosion this morning at X o'clock. About two tons of powder exploded from some unknown cause. The shock of the explosion was felt in this city, mree workmen who were in the vicin. Ity of the mill that exploded were slightly injured. There was nobody in the building at the time. When the cUDrk discovered the ttnuics at 2 o'clock In the morning, the interior of the dining room was a gulf of flame, and he could not get through, lie rushed up the main stairway, kicking in doors .iml calling out at the top of (lis voice. Most of the guests were aroused by tills means and. by the discharge of firearms. Mangan's Evans Bros. A FILIPINO CHURCH Dry Goods and Grocery Stores, Tnfft uiitl Airulnnltlo Aiipnliitcd Illicit Manila. Aug. 11. — lsabelo de los Reyes, the labor leader: l'ascual Poblete, formerly a member of the Katiptliiau secret society, and l»a l'nion Obrera Deinocratlca (the Workmen's Democratic unioiu have organized a Philippine Catholic church 111 defection from the Itoinan Catholic church. lDrlr»Cn. 46 South Main Street, There were seventy-five people ill the house, and all of them got out safely with flic exception of the seven victims and three others who have not yet been located, but who are believed to be safe. Plttston, Pa. liarcelona. Spain. Aug. 11.—The chamber of commerce petitioned the government to conclude a commercial treaty with Cuba, and the government will shortly send a high official to Havana to open negotiations for such Spain Wants Cuban Business. 10 and 12 North Main Street THE MARCUS ISLAND DISPUTE. The Griffin Studio. For WEDDINGS C|AWOr* f For FUNERALS r,UWBr* 4 State Department Refuses to Recog. In addition to the hotel three stables and half a dozen stores were burned. nize Claim of Captain Roaehill. tiovernor Tuft. I)r. Pnnlo de Tavern, a member of the Philippine commission. and Agulualdo have been appointed honorary presidents of the organization, and Father C!regoiia Agllpay. a native who was recently cxcoiuiuunieattd by the Catholic church, has been made bishop of the Philippine Islands. Fourteen junior bishops and a large lily council have been named. The latter includes Felipe llucncumluo, one of the leaders of the Federal party. Pascual I'oblete bus taken the presidency and Isabelo de los lteycs tile secretaryship of the new organization. Just what you want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) |.B.GARPENTER,ektir st. exited boro Washington. Aug. 11.—It is'learned on good authority that the State Department refuses to recognize the claim of Captain Andrew A. Roschill to the owenrship of Marcus Island, over which lie raised the flag of the United States in 1SX9. It is further stated that this government will probably acknowledge, in the near future. Janan's sovereignty over the island. a treaty Artistic Photography in all Branches. THE WEATHER, BASEBALL, Chicago, Aug. 11.—The search for William Bartholin, who Is suspected of having murdered his mother and Miss Minnie Mitchell, Ills sweetheart, was continued, but no trace of the missing man was found. Oscar Thompson. for eighteen years the constant friend of the fugitive's mother, who was arrested yesterday, stoutly maintained his innocence of any knowledge of the murders and pleaded with the authorities to be released. After a long examination, however, Thompson was sent back to his cell, as the police feel confident that lie has not told all he knows. K. Hunter and Milton E. It. Edwards, former roomers at the llartliolln house, are being sought by the police. Scnrehlns; For Allfiied Mnrilerer. Mfflkeabarre, Pa. Washington. Aug. 11.—Local rains and cooler tonight; Tuesday, fair. Renulta of Ye«terilny*« Ganim 111 the Aiiicrlcmi LeitKue. PEOPLE'S PHONE 388 SI. MAIN ST At St. T.Dills— R. H. E. at. Ijouls... 2 o 0 3 0 0 0 1 •— (i 10 1 Wash'ton., o 0 0 .1 0 0 0 0 0— 3 li t liatterics—Dunoltuc anil Kalioe; Ortli and Clarke. At Detroit— R. II. E. t'hlla'phia.. 1 0 0 0 0 3 2 0 3- 11 11 2 Detroit I) 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 U Hiittcrlch— Hustings and Powers; Mullln anil Itnolnw. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Best Goods at Half Price at New York Stock Markets furnished by Haight & Freese. stock brokers, Miners' Hank Building. Patent — MAGNET COSTLY RAILWAY WRECK. New York, Aug. 11. 19(12. 133 131U, Colt Sugar Seven Cars of Grain Wrecked and Fire Atchison Aachison. pref. . . Copper Car & Foundry . Brooklyn Traction B. & O 1112% «7% 91 % Several native priests who were named bishops have declined to accept. It is expected that Ciovcrnor Tnft will decline Ills honorary presidency when he hears of bis appointment. At C'hleuKO— Boston.. 00000130 *0 0 1— 5 10 3 Chicago. 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 0- 4 It 2 It. H. E SKin IlarrlBburg, Pa., Auk. 11.—a. Pennsylvania passenger train. composed of ten Pullmans, ran into the rear end of a freight train early this morning at the Dock street tower, this city. The passengers were jolted from their berths, hut none of them were Injured, Seven freight ears loaded with grain were wrecked and the w rot-Wage caught Are. Completes the Destruction, J itlt t —1 and Sullivan. Young und I'rlgcf Patterson Our sale has commenced in earnest. Here there are no blanks —all prizes. When we see a chance to make one dollar do the work of two, we take it for yon. Then, too, we must clean up for Fall stock, and as this is the best time for you, we start now. -33 lis 101)% 04% STANDING OF THE CLUI3S. W. "-C. W. L. Cleveland. 44 4!D ;D Wash'ton. 43 50 ,43 Detroit.... 39 4s Haltlmorc 38 03 Opinion here us to the growth and effect of this movement Is divided. In some quarters it Is ridiculed, while In others it Is considered serious. Some people Say It will further upset Unpolitical situation and create unrest and possibly a clash between the regular Catholics and the dissenters. I'hicago. :» .rail Not Patent LeatHer^ Ches. & Ohio Chic. & Gt. Western C.. M. & St. P C, R. I & P Col. F. & I Erie .... Erie, pref 31% 54 Ms 31V4 185% 183 D,4 Et. Louis.. 50 :{!• lioHton— 51 33 Phiia'phla 43 40 1S7% 188 811% 40 Great Vein of Oil Fonnd. Is the Material in Those Burt & Packard Korrect Shapes. New York. Auk. 11.—l'lincc Chen, tin- cousin of tlir cnqKTor of China, who arrived hero on Siitunlny on board tlx- St. I'iinI 011 his way home to China. li lt at 11 a. in. on lioard the government dispatch boat Sylph from, the New Voil; Yacht dub's pier, at tinfoot of Bast T wenty-third street. for Oystrr Hay, Where he took luncheon With the president. Prince (lien VlnltM President. Mnss City, Mich., Aug. 11.—While digging for water on his homestead near here John Pearson uncovered u vein of oil. which gushed out in In rue Volume. Already the petroleum lias covered several acres several inches deep, and a lake is being rapidly formed, no apparatus being at hand to stop tile flow. The oil is of excellent quality and appears to lie Inexhaustible in quantity. 38 Vh II8V4 147% 1 lot ladies' white lawn shirt waists, they are worth 50c, 75c and $1.00. Your choice 25*-" Wills. & Nash. Manhattan El. Mo. Pacilie ... fill 14 149 134% 117'4 34% London Still Celebrating, 133% 110 33 Mi lf.8% T»vo KII lei! In Wrwk, Ladies' silk parasols, they are the $2.00 and $2.50 kind, yours now for *1.19 Without doubt the finest shoes iDver put together. Regular sparklers, high and low cut, London. Aug. 11.—All_l.ondon is still occupied in celebrating the coronation of King Edward. There is a general feeling of thankfulness that the King survived his Illness and was crowned. His Majesty held a meeting of the Privy Council tlilrf morning, and the new members of the cabinet were Danville. Vn„ Aug. 11— In a wreck on the Southern railway just beyond Willi creek, caused by a local northbound passenger train colliding with a southbound freight train, two men were killed outright and several others seriously injured. The two engines iind several cars were demolished, the debris being strewn for some distance down the track. -A special relief train was hurried to the scene with physicians, the injured being brought to this city and placed In hospital. now for 1 lot ladies' ribbed vests, worth 12c, hen; Col. Southern . Ill Central .... Mexican Centra! Canadian Pacific Hep. Steel .... special at Boys' fancy percale bhirt waists worth 2Cc fc . ! 29% 2!"% Ladies' i»ercale wrappers, well made, only 19% (18% 13ti% 1111* - 1 lot gents' fancy suspenders, only. Crr 8c Ladies' cambric under skirts with deep lace llouncc, worth 98c, special at 50e $3.50 8 $4.00. Norfolk & Western N. O. & W. N. Y. Central ««% Port of Spain. Trinidad, Aug. 11.— News has reached here from Venezuela that after three days' very severe fighting in the streets of Barcelona, stati; of Bernnidcz, the revolutionists, under command of General Penalozu, captured the town from the government forces. The government lost sixty men and (Jeiieral Ruperte Bravo; Helieln Capture Barcelona, Oldest A uteri en n Aetrenn Dead Sworn in 34'Vfe 104% 159% 33% 1«3% 159 New York. Aug. 11. —Mrs. Bllza Young, the oldest actress of the American stage, is dead at the Actors' Fund home, West New ,Brighton, Statcn Island. She fell two weeks ago and had one of her hip holies broken.' Ilers was the first death In the new home. -Mrs. -Young., was nearly—nlnet y-two years of age. She was born in London.1 lot dim it?, nice showy itattcrns, worth IV. now one-half price, a yard 7e Patent Colt Skin is soft, brilliant and black as night. Every pair guaranteed till the first sole is worn through. Ask to see the Priuce. He.ury—the very latest, a high and low shoo all in one. Pennsylvania Oyster Hay, L. I.. Aug. 11.—The 8ylph. with Prince Chen and suite, Minister Wii and third assistant Secretary Crt' State Poaree. arrived hen* a few minutes after 12 o'clock. Presi dent Roosevelt received them on the porch of his resilience, and afterward entertained them at luncheon. President Roosevelt's Guests. Reading .. .' Reading, pref Southern Ry Southern Ry., pref. -Suiitlierii Pacific Tenn. C. & I Texas Pacific ... U. S. Leather .... II. S. Leather, pref IT. S. Rubber CDCD% 73 39% Another lot of children's India Panama bats, they ara worth 25c, yours now for &o Ladies' lisle ribbed vests, short sleeves, regular 50c kind, yonrs for — |9c £1 Kxrnmlun Steamer lDlnnl»let] •htrree for Ladies' percale sun bonnets, 2fC- kind, your Cottage City. Mass.. Atlg. *ll.-D-The steamer Rhode Island, bringing a party of C«mi excursionists frolu Providence, struck a rock when within alMint three times her own length of the Highland landing. Cottage City, at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon, causing her to leak so badly that her pumps could not keep the vessel free from watrr. The steamer was able to make the lauding, however, and discharged her passengers without a panic. 1 lot boys' swimming tights worth 10c, hero now for.....* 5c Killed by a Trolley Car. Ladles' seersucker under skirts reduced to 38C ""7* 11'.% 40 V, 89 V, Philadelphia, Aug. 11.—An aged man and woman were killed by a trolley ear on the Willow Grove and Doylestown railway. They were riding In a carriage and attempted to cross the tracks hi front of the car, which struck the vehicle and killed the occupants. The names of the victims have not been ascertained. Women nnd Children Bnrned. Kgg Harbor City, N. J„ Aug. 11 Pilgrims to Rome. U. S. Steel II. S. Steel, pref. . Western I'nlon . .. Wabash, pref Union Pacific, pref Alton ■ ■ Mrs. Charles A Adams and her two Boys* caps worth 15o while they last ......5c Rome. Aug II.—The Vatican has been informed thnt during the autumn and winter four more American pilgrlmages will come to Rome for the * closing of the Pepe's jujbilee. children were so badly burned in a tire which destroyed their home at New Orotna that Nellie, the oldest daughter. Is dead. Mrs. Adams and the remaining child are not expected to II,.e. The Magnet 0.P.&C.0. , 47 . 92 ■ 42% 88% 37 S. Main St., Pittston Shoe Company. |
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