Pittston Gazette

              II n jV IB II |l II '■ . JH « 1^^ pn - •■f yj\r r ■■ \ ' . 3»fS 2 /' .I I* PITTSTON, PA., THURSDAY, DECEMBER II, 1902. 53d YEAR. I WKKKL.Y ESTABLISHED 1890 1 DAILY EST. st TBEO. HABT 1881 TWO CBKTS A COPT. I SPA HPS FORTY CENTS A MONTH f O JTiiAxEiQ. WAR HAS BEGUN Buayra and on the German Central latlroad from Caracas to Valencia, he has had to meet since his dictator•hip began. By means of Ills five or six small warships he could control the Coast and prevent revolutionary parties from landing, and he was able to transport bis armed forces quickly from point to point on the coast. The absence of a navy lays the entire country open to more revolutionary movements, and a new one was reported yesterday to have arisen. TO EDUCATE FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. A High Class Bargain List PEOPLE S STORE The populace Is still Intensely excited, and the situation Is regarded as critical. The British and German flags have been publicly burned. THE NATION New Tork Stock Markets furnished by JHaight ft Freese, stock brokers, Miners' Bank Building. Pfnv v* New York, Dec. If, 1902. Open. Clos. ....118% 119% .... 80% 79% .... 97% 97% .... 65% 54% . 34 33% . 61% 61 . 95% 92 GRAHD DISPLAY OF HOLIDAY GOODS JJastro Calls Venezuelans to Arms. General Board Authorized by Act of Congress. Sugar  Atchison ..  Atchison, pref  Copper  Car ft Foundry  Brooklyn Traction . Bait, ft Ohio  Ches. ft Ohio  Chic, ft Gt. Western C„ M. ft St. P i C., R. I. ft P  Col. F. & I  Erie  Erie, pref  Louis. & Nash  Manhattan El  Met. Traction .... Mo. Pacific .C  Col. Southern  Alo  Mexican Central ... Aco  Rep. Steel-  New Currants . .... 80 CASTRO'8 WAR8HIP8 8UNK. New Raisins  Combined Fleets Take Summary Veaveance at La Goayra. New Apricots Buy your Holiday Presents here. Never before were we so well prepared for it iis this year. Hundreds of useful articles to select from, a few of which we mention: HIS FLEET PARTLY SUNK La Guayra, Dec. 11.—The combined British-German fleet has entered this harbor. The landing of marines has begun. There is some expectation here that on Invasion of Venezuela by Great Britain and Germany may be avoided. The foreign governments evidently hoped up to the last minute that President Castro might compromise. On the other hand, Castro, it was thought, might at the last moment yield to the ultimatums. Ills arrest of the German and British subjects in Caracas shows that be has not yet admitted defeat New Honeycomb New Prunes, 3 lb. for 12%c ..25c ROCKEFELLER'S DONATION New Maple Syrup, quart . New Maple Syrup, % gal. . Castro's fleet was captured by ten German and four British cutters. They went alongside the Venezuelan vessels and ordered them to surrender, and without a shot being fired the British and German forces seized the Venezuelan fleet In the name of the German emperor and the king of England. Two of the vessels which were undergoing repairs were broken up. The German cruiser Panther steamed Into the harbor during these proceedings with her decks cleared for action. The Venezuelan steamers were taken outside the harbor, and the General Crespo, Tutumo and Margarita were sunk. The Ossun was the only vessel spared in view of the protest made by the French charge d'affaires, M. Quievreux, who notified the commodore of the allied fleet that the Osaun is the property of a Frenchmnn. Tomatoes, per can Several of His Vessels Destroyed Christmas Gift to American People Sweet Potatoes, per peck Nice criBp Celery, per bunch Hand-picked Apples, per bushel Sweet Cider, per gallon'  25c Pocket Books, Toilet Sets, Off La Guayra. 1 From the Oil Magnate Which, It it Handkerchiefs, Shaving Sets, Umbrellas, Manicure Sets, Fancy Belts, Smoking sets, CelluloidNovelties,Silk Ties, Photo Albums, Pictures, Kid Gloves, Silk Garters, Said, Will Greatly Exceed Mr. Car- MOBS PABADE IN CARACAS. negie's Munificent Present. Vtmiulu Gunboat Seised. Port of Spain, Trinidad, Dec. 11.— The British cruiser Charybdis has seized the Venezuelan gunboat Bolivar In this harbor. The commander of the Charybdis sent an officer and thirty men with a letter to the captaln'of the Bolivar informing him that he must not leave the hurbor of Port of Spain without British permission. He further intimated that resistance would be useless, whereupon Lieutenant Hurtado, on behalf of the captain of the Bolivar, who was absent, surrendered, and the commander of the Charybdis placed a crew aboard the Bolivar. The officers of the Venezuelan gunboat accepted an offer to land here. Washington, Dec. 11.— A bill hcs passed the senate and house provi31iig for the creation of a general educational board, which, It Is reported, wbb Introduced for the purpose of giving John D. Rockefeller an opportunity of making a Christmas gl{t to the American people in the form of a great fund for educational purposes which, It is said, will exceed In munificence even Andrew Carnegie's $10,000,000 endowment of the Institution which bears bis BRUSH fi ROBERTS, Vfc* EagUik and German Legation* Stoned, fent Occupants Rescued by Kmrr—United States Minister Bowen 42 North Main Stromt, Fur Sets, Glove Boxes, Silk Mufflers, Toy Dolls, etc. . Books, EVNext to Eagle Hotel. ■mm BtluM of Bam* of Dic- tator'! Prisoner.—Landing of Ma- Norfolk & Western N. Y. Central  Pennsylvania  Reading  Southern Ry.  Southern Ry., pref. Teton. C. & I  Texas Pacific U. S. Leather  U. S. Rubber  U. S. Steel  U. S. Steel, pref. . Western Union ... Wabash, pref  Wabash, com  Union Pacific .. . . . Union Pacific, pref. Alton  Kt.  One whole floor given over to Toys, undoubtedly the largest and beat assortment to be seen in Pittston. rines at L* Ouarra Commenced. For Fine Paris, Dec. 11.—President Castro has appealed to the Venezuelan people to take up arms, according to a communication from Caracas received by the Venezuelan representative here. He has decreed a general amnesty for all political offenses and has ordered the restitution of the confiscated property of Venezuelan citizens. Xmas Presents German Consul Rescued. name. The exact amount of Mr. Rockefeller's gift Is not named, but It Is said to be colossal. Although his plan Is similar to Mr. Carnegie's in that both funds are for the purpose of education, there is a difference In that the Carnegie institution is devoted to the promotion of scientific research, while the Rockefeller fund, to be expended under the direction of the general board provided for in the bill recently passed, will be used for general educational purposes. Carpets and Art Squares It Pays to Buy at the At 10 o'clock Tuesday evening 130 German sailors were landed and proceeded, "to Cardonal, a suburb of La Guayra, in which is situated the residence of the German consul, Lentz, whom, with his family, they escorted back to La Guayra and placed on board the warship Vineta. On their way back to this port the German sailors met a party of Venezuelan soldiers, but no collision took place. At 5 o'clock yesterday morning a landing party of thirty British seamen went to the British consulate and conducted the British consul, It. Schunck, and his family oti board the Retribution. Brussels, Axminster, Wilton Rugs People's Store, Washington, Dec. 11.—The State Department has received the following from Minister Bowen, at Caracas, under yesterday's date: "President- Castro has informed me that he has released all the Germans land Britons who were arrested." Baby Carriage Bobes The manifesto declares that Great Britain and Germany, acting in concert, have committed an act of hostility In a manner as arbitrary as it Is unprecedented by the seizure of Venezuelan vessels lying at La Guayra. Williams & McAnulty 15 South Main St., Pittston. ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST, 60 NORTH MAIN. BOTH PHONES REMEMBER London, Dec. 11.—The Central News has private information to thfe effect that the Anglo-German allies landed a force of blue Jackets and marines at LaGuayra and that fighting In the streets of the city has been started. Kt., pref. It says that indignation in Venezuela 1* at Its highest pitch and the government is resorting to Justifiable reprisals. It has arrested the resident subjects of both hostile countries and has seized the railways and other undertakings belonging to them. The bill under which the fund will be operated Incorporates the general educational board, William H. Baldwin, Jr.; J. L. M. Curry, Frederick T. Gates, Daniel C. Oilman, Morris K. Je sup, Robert C. Ogden, Walter H. Page, George Foster Peabody and Albert. Shaw being named as trustees and incorporators.In the Capital City, The nation's capital Is a city idolized by every American, and his one thought when arranging for a traveling tour Is to visit it. There is no other place in any land which can compare with Washington. It is cosmopolitan yet 1n a way different from New York, London or Paris. To start with the system by which the city was planned Is unique. Its public buildings are in their architectural designs grand and imposing. Tae streets are wide, finely kept thoroughfares, unlike those of any other city. Washington boasts of a park system second to none, and Its every environ bespeaks such grandeur as is due the Nation's capital. The government buildings are wonderful mines of instructive and interesting material and Congress Is the mecca for the tourist who delights in watching and listening to the proceedings of the greatest governing body known to the world. This early winter season is the most delightful time for visiting Washington and an admirable opportunity for such a trip is afforded on December 15, when the New Jersey Central is going to run a low rate excursion to Washington from stations in this section. Tickets good going on trains on above date and good returning until December 26. For further information write J. S Swisher, D. P. A., Scranton, Pa., H. E. Ruhe, D. P. A., Allentown, Pa., or C. M. Burt, Qener al Passenger Agent, New Jersey Central, New York. eod5t CAREFUL BUYERS, OUR PRICES ARE ALWAYS THE LOWEST AND THE QUALITY GUARANTEED. The German and British residents at La -Guayra have also been arrested, wkh the exception of Mr. Fieldwick, Mr. Prince and Mr. Lepage, the manager of the harbor corporation, who barricaded tHemselves in their houses. Washington, Dec. 11.—An announcement that Great Britain and Germany will begin collecting duties at the seized Venezuelan ports Is hourly expected. This Is the programme outlined by the British and German foreign offices. Owing to the gravity of the  In Venezuela the foreign office has directed M. Wiener, the newly appointed French minister, to start immediately for Caracas without waiting for the arrival here of the Venezuelan minister, General Velutlnl. The foreign office has also selected Count de Perettl de Rocca aa Its representative in the arbitration with Venezuela and has ordered him to go with M. Wiener. On their arrival at Caracas there will be a formal resumption of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Evans' Success Flour, bbl $4.25 Butterfly Flour, bbl - - 4.25 Marvel Flour, bbl - » - 4.25 Best Superlative, bbl - - 4.25 Feed, per 100, full weight - 1.35 Bran and Br. Middlings, 100, 1.20 Oats, per bu - - D - - .40 Potatoes, per bu - - » « .65 Butter, best dairy, per lb - .28 The Englishmen's houses were surrounded by Venezuelan policemen, but when a party of 820 Bailors was landed and marched to their release the policemen made no resistance, and the Inmates were conducted to the Retribution without trouble. The British and German warships, however, in the meantime had cleared for action. The object of the board, as set forth in the bill, is the promotion of eduoatlon within the United States without distinction of race, sex or creed. It is to have power to build,* improve, enlarge or equip buildings for elementary «r primary, industrial, technical, normal and training schools or higher Institutions of learning or co-operate with other associations or corporations to the same end. It is also to collect educational statistics and Information, to pnbltsh and distribute documents and reports thereon "and in general to do and perform all things necessary or convenient for the promotion of the object of the corporation." London, Dec. 11.—The Central News asserts that the Anglo-German allies in Venezuela are attempting to capthre Castro himself, with a view to effecting a more speedy settlement of the difficulties.Ha Man Sees to a Taller for a suit of clothes it means that the man wants something better than the ready made clothing. Clothes made here have a combination of style, fit and quality. Christmas Suits and Overcoats must be ordered now. C»1 in and let us show you our fine assortment of cloths. Lard, pure, per lb » - - - .13 Currants, new, loose, 4 lbs for .25 Currants, new, package - - .08 Raisins, seeded, per lb pk - .10 Raisins, seeded, 12 oz package .08 Lemon Peel, new, 2 lbs for - .25 Orange Peel, new, 2 lbs for - .25 Citron Peel, new, 2 lbs for - .25 WE WILL NOT INTERFERE. OCEANIC HAD 8TORMY VOYAGE. MOB8~PARADE 8TR4ETS. Powers Interested Have Oar Permis- samen From Lost sion to Go Ahead. New York. Dec. 11.—The White Star liner Oceanic arrived this morning from Liverpool. The vessel reports one of the stormiest passages that it has ever experienced, with the result that It was delayed 24 hours. The Oceanic had on board bIx members of the crew of the American schooner Lucjr A. Davis, who were taken off the schooner by the steamer Brinkburn, off Cape Hatteras, on Nov. 11. The schooner was In a water-logged condition. The Brinkburn landed the rescued Beamen at Manchester, England, from which point they returned home on the Oceanic. The Davis was laden with lumber and was bound from Brunswick to Boston. Another passenger who arrived on the Oceanic was Andrew Carnegie. He looks pale and thin, but says he Is feeling much better than he was. He looks anything but a well man. 8choontr and Andrew Carnegie. Otnuui M4 British Legations In Washington, Dec. 11. — Washington refuses to regard the situation In Venezuela as Involving this government. According to the dispatches, aa act of war hag been committed on each side. It Is regarded as an act of war for Great Britain and Germany to seize the Venezuelan navy. It Is also an act of war for President Castro to place German and British residents of Caracas under arrest without giving them an opportunity to leave the country. Wlllematad, Curacao, Dec. 11.—A great patriotic demonstration took place In Caracas when the news came that the British and German fleets had all the Venezuelan war vessels at La Guayra, the General Crespo, Totunio, Ossun and Margarita. The ships were manned by 800 men. * Cvhu Stalled. Powart at the Bawd. The general board Is alio authorized to purchase and manage property, to invest Its funds, "to take or receive, whether by gift, grant, devise, bequest or purchase, any real or personal estate or to hold, grant, convey, hire or lease the same for the purpose* of Its Incorporation, to accept and administer any trust of money or of real or personal estate for any educational purpose within the object of the corporation as aforesaid, to prescribe by bylaws or otherwise the terms and conditions upon which money, real estate or personal estate shall be acquired or reached by the said corporation and for the grant, transfer, assignment or donation of any or all property of the said corporation, real oi personal, to any society or corporation for any of the said purposes for which the said corporation Is hereby Incorporated and otherwise generally for the management of the property and the transaction of the business of the corporation."Owing to the increase in our business each year, we are forced to occupy the storeroom adjoining our store. It will be opened Dec. 5th or 6th, and will be used as our shoe department, which will be THE SHOE STORE OF.THE CITY. 3uss, The City Tailor. Main Street. Opposite Water Street. Crowds quickly gathered and paraded tile streets and squares of the capital, displaying banners and singing patriotic songs.' Violent speeches were made at various points. (7\rury's prices. The matter so far as this government is concerned is entirely in the hands of President Roosevelt and Secretary Hfiy. No official concern will be manifested unless the Monroe doctrine Is directly Infringed by an attempt of the powers to hold Venezuelan territory or customs for an Indefinite period. The populace marched to the palace of President Castro, who addressed them. Evans Bros. The mob then moved on to the German legation, shouting "Death to the Germans!" The windows were shattered with stones and attempts were made to force the doors, but the latter ■resisted these efforts, and Mme. von PUgrim-Baltazzi, wife of the German charge d'affaires, who has been 111 In bed for the last two months and therefore could not leave Caracas with her husband, was thus saved from violence. A Good Cough Medicine. From the Gazette, Toowoomba, Australia.Best Patent Flour. Best Family Flour Rye Flour, per sack B.-W. Flour, per sack Potatoes, per bushel.. Apples, per bushel... Onions, per peck. Clear Toys, hand made Plain Mixed, 3 lbs for . Basket Mixed, 3 lbs for 25c American Mixed, 3 lbs for... 25c Nabob Peanut Brittle, 3 lbs 25c Highland Mixed 10c Chocolate Creams 12Jc Figs, per lb 12£c Dates, 7c lb., 4 lbs for 25c Golden State Almonds 15c English Walnuts 12Jc Mixed Nuts, new 12£c Pop Corn Balls, per doz Pop Corn, 4 qts for..... William Drury, $4.25 . 4.10 . 1.00 70c 65c 55c 25c It is only by a deliberate violation of the understanding between the aggressive powers and the United States or some unexpected event that we may take a hand In Venezuela. The president was long ago made acquainted with the purposes of Germany and England, and the limit of their action was made plain. All the military and naval plans of both powers were laid before this' government. This was an unheard of proceeding and amounts in itself practically to an unequivocal acceptance of the Monroe doctrine and a recognition of the right of the United States to prevent territorial aggression In the western hemisphere. 46 South Main Street, Plttston, Pa. I find Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is an excellent medicine. I have been suffering from a severe cough for the last two months, and it has effected a cure. I have great pleasure in recommending It.—W. C. Wockner. This is the opinion of one of the oldest and most respected residents, and has been voluntarily given in good faith that others mfcy try the remedy and be benefited, as was Mr. Wockner. This remedy is sold by all dealers on a guarantee.MYSTERIOUS TRAGEDY. Dead Body of New York Newsboy For WEDDINGS CUiMore V For FUNERALS rl0"Brs ■ Found In Central Park. New York, Dec. 11.—The body of Michael Kruck, a 14-year-old newsboy, was found In Central Park this morning by a policeman. All the Indications point to murder. On the boy's neck are deep incisions made by finger nails, evidently the work of a strangles On the boy's cheek was the mark of a vicious bite. The ground bore signs of a struggle, the lad's papers being strewn about. The body was still warm when found. There Is no clue to the murderer. 10 c 25c Just what you want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) I.B.CARPENTER.MUER IT. uitei ion The crowd then marched to the German consulate and the residence of Dr. Koshler, stoning the windows and attempting to force an entrance. The police made no effort to disperse the demonstrators.The understanding here 1s that the Institution will be put Into shape for business soon after the bill receives the president's signature. The excitement was still intense when the government ordered the arrest of all the German and English residents. One hour later 205 persons prominent In the social and commercial life were crowded together !u the police station. All the British residents were arrested except Albert Cherry of the Venezuela (British owned) Central railway and Mr. Wallace, manager of the telephone company, who escaped to places of safety. Civic Federation Adjourn*, Now York, Dec. 11.—The annual conference of the Industrial department of the National Civic federation, which has been in pesslon for three days, has been brought to a close. Interest to the last was unabated, the hall being crowded to Its utmost capacity. The final subject of discussion was "Industrial Agreements," In which many of the most prominent delegates took part. While no definite results were reached, the executive committee being empowered to appoint a special committee to review and report on all the subjects discussed, It was the generally expressed oplulon of the delegates that the eonfereuce had been a great success. Semiannual meetings will be held In the future. tonight? Not if you have a cough that begins to torment you as soon as you lie down. You can conquer the cough with Allen's Lung Balsam, which will relieve the pain in the chest, the irritation in the throat and the hard breathing. Since it contains no opium, tnls remedy may be given freely to children, and to the most delicate adults. Will You Sleep Welt Special Values for the next 10 days. With the ready cash we have procured some of the greatest values it has ever been our fortune to get, and they are yours for about one-half their actual value. They are many; we quote you Intentions Fulljr Known. We know exactly how far Germany and Great Britain purpose to go. We know that they would seize the navy of Venezuela or other portable property, and if President Castro still persisted in refusing to meet the demands upon him the foreign squadron might seize La Guayra and collect duties until the debt was paid or maintain a New 8wiss Officers. Berne, Switzerland, Dec. 11—Officers for the Swiss Confederation were elected this morning by the Federation Council. M. Deutcher, formerly head of the department of commerce, industry and agriculture, has been elected president, and M. Forrer has been elected vice president. 8c 10c a few: Men's heavy fleece-lined Shirts and Drawers; they are worth 50c; this lot Ninety-seven German residents were arrested, among them the Germnn consal, Valentin Blohm, and Herr Knoop, manager .of the German Central railway. Herr Simmross, chancellor of the Gorman legation, was met by the police near Ballvar square and also arrested. XlMtr-KT« Germans Arrmted "peace blockade" of all Venezuelan ports. Taffies, 10c lb., at Yaseen's. THE LEADING GROCER. yours for This government, however, will be prepared for contingencies. The navy department could on short notice send Into those waters a fleet far stronger than the combined naval forces of Germany and Great Britain. But no warship will be sent If it can be avoided. The country's policy has been to hold distinctly aloof from both sides. $1,700, % cash, takes corner lot on WIlliEun St., with eight room modern house that rents or $14. BANKER, Board of Trade Building. 8wl Desirable Home Cheap. Misses' ribbed fleece-lined Vests and Pants, all sizes; worth double as Tower Has Reached His Post. ARMSTRONG'S ** HOLIDAY PRICES much; a garment, only Berlin, Dec. 11.—Charlemagne Tower, recently appointed Ambassador to Germany, succeeding Andrew White, resigned, arrived this morning. Children's ribbed fleece-lined Vests and Pants, for 5c Boys' Sweaters, all sizes, regular 50c garment; yours here for 25o Men's long wool Socks, worth 18c; special price 10e Amid cries of "Death to the Germans!" and "Down with the forelgnarsl" the populace moved toward the German residential quarter and gathered outside the Hotel Kllndt and the German club, shouting and uttering insults. The Belgian charge d'affaires, F. J. 8. Goffart, was arrested by mistake for a German because of his fair complexion. In spite of Ills vigorous protests he was taken to the police station, but was released ten minutes later. When you want good pies, get Bohan'a Archbishop of Canterbury Worse. Detroit, Mich., Dec. XI.—William Considlne, matchmaker for the Metropolitan Athletic club of this city, has received a dispatch from John Considlne of New York, manager for Young Corbctt, stating that Detroit has been awarded the Corbett-McGovern contest. The meu will meet probably on Jan. 3. William Considlne has left for New York, where he will post a $2,600 forfeit and be present at the signing of the articles. Detroit C.etm PrlxeflRht. 3 lbs. Clear Toys 25c President Castro's attitude toward these claims has made It necessary for the United States to occupy a neutral position. Otherwise our conduct would be construed as lending color to President Castro's repeated private declarations to diplomats that the United States would stand between his country and foreign powers. He has flippantly told European diplomats that they could never collect their claims by force because tlie United States under the Monroe doctrine would prevent any armed movement against him. The United States has been unable to make him appreciate exactly what the Monroe doctrine is. Therefore, to Impress him with a sense of his Isolation, no American warship has been nearer the Venezuelan coast than Curacao, where the gunboat Marietta has been lying. London, Dec. 11.—The Archbishop of Canterbury, who has been 111 for a week past, had a change for the worse today. T. A. DURKIN. 3 lbs. Mixed Candies 2 lbs. Chocolate Creams 25c 25c Men's heavy ribbed fleece-lined Shirts and drawers, a good 60c gar- 2 lbs. Mixed Nuts 25c ment; here for B. W. Flour, per sack ....70o Potatoes, per bushel 06c Onions, per peck 25c Apples, per bushel.... ....502 Fancy No. 1 Mackerel, 1 1-2 lbs., each........ 18c Georges Codfish, per lb 10c Cromatory Bloaters, per dos 25c Evaporated Apricots, per lb 10c Evaporated Peaches, per lb....... 10c Cape Cod Cranberries, perqt 10c Fancy Smyrna Pigs, per lb 15c New Mixed Nuts,2lbs. .' 25c Walnuts, rer peck..... ......260 Butternut*, per peck 20c Gilt Edge Cream ?ry and Dairy Butter  Dairy Batter  Strictly Freeh Eggs  Chase & Sanborn's Best Blend Coffee  35c a lb., 9 lbs *... fl 00 Chase A Sanborn's Teas, from 90c to 70c lb Peanut Brittle, per pound.. 2 lbs. French Mixed Candy 10c 25c Children's Wool Mitts, worth 19c; this lot yours for, a pair 5c 2 lbs. Figs 25c Seeded Raisins, per lb., full wt.25o Men's heavy striped Sweaters, made to sell for $1.00. We got them cheap, and they are yours for ?60c THE WEATHER. Washington, Dec. 11.—Rain tonight; warmer In the northern and western portions; Friday, rain in the southern portion and rain or snow in the northern portion; colder. 3 lbs. Currants 25c 25c 2 lbs. Citron 21bs. Lemon Peel 25c Men's fleece-lined Gloves, the 25c kind; here for 10c On learning of these incidents Mr. Bowen, the United States minister, and the secretary, W. W. Kussell, hastened to President Castro and after a long conference succeeded in obtaining the release of Dr. Koehler, Mme. von Pilgrlm-Baltazzl's physician, and Consul Valentin Blolim. Minister Bowen also obtained official authority from the Venezuelan government to represent British and German interests during the Imbroglio. 3 doz. Pop-corn Balls 25c Ladles' £id Gloves, all colors, worth $1.00; yours for 59c Detroit, Dec. 11.—Reciprocity between the United States and Canada was the keynote of the speeches at the dinner tendered the delegates to the national reciprocity convention by the Detroit chamber of commerce, and the arguments in favor of it presented by Hon. John Charlton, member of the Canadian parliament, and Campbell Shaw of Buffalo were enthusiastically received by the 300 guest* who were preaeat Reciprocity Convention. 4 qts. Pop-corn Eggs, per doz.. Butter, per lb.. 10c 24c 28c 1 lot ladies' heavy cashmere Gloves. 25c kind; yours for 10c Now Is the time to repair your house or build a new one. Winter is coming. Let us prepare your plans for you and sell you the material or, better still, buiid it for you. Dershimer & Griffin. Onions, per peck 25c Children's flannelette Dresses, nicely trimmed; only 25c Variety of choice and fancy delicacies for first class Christmas dinner. Boys' black and white shirts... .19c J. T. Armstrong & Co. The Magnet The selxure of his navy Is a serious blow to President Castro. He has just Quelled the most ftrmld&ble rejsluttoa Union Club Pure Old Rye Whiskey Guaranteed. Leading brand in the valley. S. J. FREEMAN. Both phone*. Special Inducements to Cash Purchaser* S. Main Street, Pittston, 'Phone Comwotian. The government baa placed an embargo on the British railroad to I* 37 a Main Si, Pittston.