Pittston Gazette

              _ . _ CiirC ■ I f VW A p J WltKKLY ESTABLISHED 1850 OOU I XiixXi. 1 DAILY EST. by TBEO. HABT 1888. PITTSTON, PA., FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1902. TWO CENTS A COPY. I Q P A ft RSI FORTY CENTS A MONTH \ ~ rilUM. VENEZUELA ASKS ARBITRATION ments ror mat step hnve not been completed. Before any general seizure could be made Germany, Great Britain and other nations would have to come to an agreement for a pro rata adjustment of their respective claims, similar to that made by the allies In China. The La Guayra custom house may nevertheless have been Belzed as a purely military measure. MOROS ATTACK CAMP. SEC'Y ROOT'S NEGRO COLONIES MAGNIFICENT NEW BUILDING. A High Class Bargain List PEOPLE S STORE Repaint* Without Lou to American Favorable Report on the Mercer Bill Manila, Dec. 12.—A force of Moros attacked Camp Vicars, island of Mindanao, on Tqesday after seventy days' Inactivity. They were repulsed without loss on the American side. The Moros approached stealthily at midnight, but the Americans were not surprised. The entire force was called to arms and drove off the attackers. It Is believed the hostiles were from the country east of Lanao, which Captain Pershing has not yet visited. Force. Washington, Dec. 12.—The House committee on public buildings and grounds today authorized a favorable report on-the Mercer bill, appropriating $7,000,000 for the purchase of a site In this city, north of the Congressional library, and the erection thereon of a Court of Justice Building, for the accommodation of the Supreme Court of the United States, the Department of Justice, the National Liw Library, and International Tribunals. Appropriating $7,000,000. GRAND DISPLAY OF HOLIDAY GOODS War Department to Encourage Colored Emigration. New Currants Minister Bowen Will Present Application. New Raisins New Apricots Buy Holiday Presents PRISONERS RELEASED. New Honeycomb I2%c . .25c here. Never before were we so well prepared for it as this year. Hundreds of useful articles to select from, a few of which we mention : your TO HAWAII AND PHILIPPINES New Prunes, 3 lb. for latest news of trouble aid Germam Seised at La Guayra Set Free. New Maple Syrup, quart New Maple Syrup, % gal. La Guayra, Dec. 12.—All the British and German subjects arrested on Wednesday have been released. Agitation in Southern Politics Respon- Cholera is spreading among the lake Moros. It Is believed the epidemic will prove serious. sible for Tentative Plan to Send FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Tomatoes, per can  Sweet Potatoes, per peck . Washington Officials Are Keeping a A division of the Venezuelan army, 2,100 strong, urtder command of General Ferrer, minister of war, has arrived here, and strong detachments were at once set to work to construct defenses and strengthen, the existing fortifications of the town. Our Black Citizens to Our Pacific Nice crisp Celery, per bunch \. Hand-picked Apples, per bushel Sweet Cider, per gallon  Pocket Books, Toilet Sets, Handkerchiefs, Shaving Sets, Umbrellas, Manicure Sets, Fancy Belts, Smoking sets, CelluloidNovelties,Silk Ties, Photo Albums, Pictures, Kid Gloves, Silk Garters, Fur Sets, Books, Glove Boxes, Silk Mufflers, Toy Dolls, etc. Close Eye on Every Step Taken by Lieutenant Commander William R. A. Rooney, who was in command of the United States steamer Frolic when this vessel ran aground recently near Cebu, Is being tried by court martial at Cavlte. It is alleged that Commander Rooney's negligence caused the accident. The testimony has been concluded, and the arguments are now in progress. New York Stock Markets furnished by Halght & Freese, stock brokers, Miners' Bank Building. th« Allies and Are Placing Their Posse csions. Own Construction on Acts. Washington, Dec. 12.—It Is likely that the wur department will take up the question of colonization in Hawaii and the Philippines and tentative efforts will be made to secure headway for an emigration movement for the negro race. The agitation Df late of the question of negro representation in public affairs In the south has suggested the consideration of the old idea of race colonization, and experimental encouragement will be given to such a movement If it appears. New York, Dec. 11, 1902. Open. CIob. New York, Dec. 12, ISO- Open. Clos. .118% 120% ■ 78% 80% . 97 . 97% . 54% 55% . 33% 32% • 62% 62% . 94 95% . 43 44% . 23 23 % .168% 169% . 35% ?•D-; . 81 79% . 30% 30% . 61% 62 ..119 120% .141% 144% .135% 137% .102% 102% . 29 25% 21 22% 39% 40% . 18% - 17% . 67% 69% . 26% 27% .149% 151% .151% 163 . 54% 57 28% 29% 90% 91% 57% 59 53 55 38% 39 11% 11% 15% 15% 31% 32 79% 81% 87% 8S 39% 40 24% 2fi 95% 97 90% 90% 30% 31% 23 23% 51% 53% Washington, Dec. 12.—Accordlrg to a dispatch received at the State Department from Minister Bowen this morning, President Castro has re quested him' to ask Germany and Great Britain that the difficulties nrlslng out of their claims for damages sititared by German and British subjects during civil wait in Venezuela be submitted to arbitration. The Secretary of State has wired Minister Bowen, giving him permission to grant Castro's request. In submitting the proposition to Great Britain and Germany, however, he is not to act In any sense as the representative of the United States. BRENNAN i ROBERTS, Patriotic ardor has been excited to such an extent by President Castro's appeal to his countrymen that even women are assisting In the work of Improving the defenses of La Guayra, filling sandbags and making themselves useful In preparatlbn for possible eventualities. Sugar  Atchison  Atchison, pref. .. Copper  Car & Foundry . Brooklyn Traction B. & O  42 North Main Strait, Senor Dancel, governor of Rlzal province, Luzon, has abandoned the maintenance of zones of reconcentratlon in his district, which Were Inaugurated to prevent the ladrones from receiving supplies. The people of Rlzal have promised to assist the police and constabulary in the campaign against the ladrones, and Governor Dancel has agreed to give them a chance. Many ladrones have already been arrested, and the plan of co-operation promises to be a success. WNext to Eagle Hotel. One whole floor given over to Toys, undoubtedly the largest and best assortment to be seen in Pittston. Almost to a man the male population of the town has volunteered to assist in its defense. Ches. & Ohio  Chic. & Gt. Western C., M. & St. P. ... C„ R. I. & P.  Col. F. & I  Erie  For Fine Xmas Presents It 1b noteworthy that the troops Tvi ch have arrived here display tricolor flags Instead of yellow ones. Yellow Is the color of the Castro party. The use of tricolor instead of yellow flags Is designed to show that the war with which the Venezuelans believe they are confronted Is a national and not a partisan quarrel. Tlie fact that the efforts of colonization In Africa during the last forty years have failed practically does not preclude a possible success with such a movement in some of the new Island possessions. The debate on Senator Burton's amendment to the Immigration bill proposing bonded Importation of Chinese into Hawaii for use on sugar plantations brought forth the statement that the islanders do not like negro labor there, as it is not suited to the conditions. The negro has had too long a taste of Independence and is not as docile and abject as the coolie. Carpets and Art Squares Brussels, Axminster, Wilton Bugs Erie, pref  Uould. & Nash Manhattan El. . Met. Traction . Mo. Pacific ... Alo  It Pays to Buy at the Reports have been received by the military authorities to the efTect that Constabulary Inspector Hendryx, who was badly wounded Nov. 25 on the island of Samar, supposedly by ladrones during an engagement, was in reality shot by one of his own men after this action began. The crime wag committed by a constabulary private, who Bhot Hendryx from behind. All the members of the inspector's command then ied. People's Store, Berlin, Dec. 12.—It is stated officlally today that there is no truth In the report that the new phase of affair". Baby Carriage Bobes Williams & McAnulty 15 South Main St., Pittston. Prior to the lauding of the force of 200 Germans and ilfty British for the purpose of escorting on board the warships several German and British subjects, Including Messrs. Prince, Lepage and Fleldwick, who had bafrlcaded themselves within the offices of the Lu Guayra Harbor corporation, a British company, word was sent to the local authorities of the intended landing, coupled with the notification that if the Venezuelan troops fired upon the parties the warships would at once shell the fort, the signal station and the custom house. Mexican Central Aco  ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST. 60 NORTH MAIN. BOTH PHONES Rep. Steel Norfolk & Western N. Y„ O. & W  N. Y. Central  Pennsylvania  Reading  Southern Ry  Southern Ry., pref. Southern Pacific .. Tenp. C. & I. .. v. 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  REMEMBER Race Trouble Feared. There is also the apprehension of race troubles if the colored people of the south should go to Hawaii in large numbers. They have citizenship under the legislation of the United States, whatever their political condition might be under the state constitutions. The Chinese do not possess the boon of citizenship and are not likely to have it conferred on them. OABEFUL BUYERS, OUR PRICES ARE ALWAYS THE LOWEST AND THE QUALITY GUARANTEED. Buffalo, Dec. 12.—John Cunneen, the Democratic attorney general elect, has announced his appointments as follows: "On Jan. 1 I shall formally appoint the Hon. Charles N. Bulger of Oswego to be first deputy attorney general; also the following named gentlemen for deputy attorneys general, their respective rank and compensation and duties to be determined hereafter: George F. Slocum of Rochester, Sylvester S. Taylor of Elmlra, William H. Wood of Poughkeepaie, Francis J. Stephen of Buffalo, James Ernest Rafter of Mohawk and Sanford Tousley Church of Albion." Attorney General Connecn'a Aids. As the re-enforcements which the government had dispatched had not then arrived and as the La Guayra authorities had at their disposal only one battalion they wisely ordered these troops not to oppose the landing of the Germans and British. Evans' Success Flour, bbl $4.25 Butterfly Flour, bbl - - 4.25 Marvel Flour, bbl - 4.25 Best Superlative, bbl - - 4.25 Feed, per 10#, full weight - 1.35 Bran and Br. Middlings, 100, 1.20 Oats, per bu - - - - - .40 Potatoes, per bu - - - - .65 Butter, best dairy, per lb - .28 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 COMMODORE SCHEDER. Sin command of the German fleet In Ven- At present the Islands are a white man's country, and coolie labor, It la said, Is exactly what the white man wants In his business. There will, therefore, be opposition to applying the colonization idea to Hawaii. As to the Philippines, the case Is different. That is not a white man's country, and some say It never can be. The colored soldiers who hare served there seem to like the climate and are liked by the natives. Negro labor with American capital would, it is believed, make a success of our occupation of the Islands. At any rate, the subject is to be taken up and studied by experts in ethnology and economics. ezuelan waters. 1 In Venezuela, namely, the show of fight made by President Castro, will It is reported on high authority that if another lhndlng were, attempted, now that re-enforcements have arrived. It would be the signal for open hostilities. If i Man fioss to a Taller induce Germany to occupy Venozue 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 Ovsreeats must be ordered now. Cal in and let us show you our fine assortment of cloths. lan territory. Germany's forces will not advance Into the interior or try to capture Castro. They will me-cly maln'tuln the blockade. London, Dec. \2.—There Is a grow- Kt., pref. Only the British cruiser Indefatigable is now here. She Is at anchor in the middle 6t the harbor. All the other warships have sailed. Wooster, O., Dec. 12.—The new Wooster university has been dedicated In the presence of alumni and friends of the lnstltutldn just a year after the disastrous fire which practically wiped out the university. There were visitors from New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland and other cities. The most conspicuous contributors to the new university buildings are Andrew Carnegie, $100,000; Louis H. Severance, Cleveland, $75,000, and H. C. Frlck, Pittsburg, $35,000. The total cost of the buildings exceeds $400,000. New Wooater VnlTeralty Dedicated. Union Club Pure Old Rye Whlakey Guaranteed. Leading brand in the valley. S. J. FREEMAN. Both phones. _lng fear In political circles here that the trouble with Venezuela Is to be far more serious than anybody expected Vben steps were first taken foi the enforcement of the British and German claims. The Birmingham Port, Chamberlain's organ, said this morning: "The comic opera aspect of tBo difficulty does not blind close observers to the dangers lying beneath it. Happily the fall election In the United States is over, but thoBe who recall the events of the winter of 1895 arc reticent about expressing confidence Minister Haggnrd, British, and Herr von Pllgrim-Baltazzl, German, left here after having received, It is reported, Venezuela's reply to the ultimatums. The reply was sent by special train from Caracas. Holiday novelties and necessities galore. Anything to everything you could desire, In gold, silver or plated. At BERRY'S. As a llrst step toward opening up this Inquiry Secretary Root has appointed T. Thomas Fortune, a New York colored Republican, as a special commissioner to go to the Philippines and undertake a study of conditions and opportunities for colonization there of the colored people of the United States so far as they are willing to avail themselves of the chances for homes in a new country. Eczema, scald head, hives, itchiness of the skin of any sort instantly relieved, permanently cured. Do&n'g Ointment. At any drug store. Buss, The City Tailor. Main Street. Oppotdte Water Street. 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. BHtm Ship* to Be Kept Ready. London, Dee. 12.—It Is learned )on good authority that Instructions have been sent to the dockyard authorities at Devonport that the vessels of the flrst class reserve stationed there are to be kept fully coaled and ready to proceed to Venezuela on twenty-four hours' notice. This order applies to the second class cruisers Sirlus, Forth and Spartan and the punbouts Curlew, Bonetta and Bulldog. « Taffies, 10c lb., at Yaseen's. (7\rury's prices. Desirable Home Cheap. Cattle PlaKue Under Control. $1,700, cash, takes corner lot on William St., with eight room modern house that rents or $14. BANKER, Board of Trade Building. 8wl lngton. Great Britain and Germany are bound to have their way so far as the preliminaries are concerned, but thoy that no trorible will eqmo from Wash Ithnca, N. Y„ Dec. 12.—Dr. James Law of Cornell Veterinary college, who for the past few weeks has been working in conjunction with the federal authorities for the suppression of foot and mouth disease among the cattle of New England, has arrived in Ithnca from New England. In an Interview be stated that the disease was well under control and that the authorities had not yet arrived at conclusions as to the origin. He stated that the contagion could be stamped out only by earnest co-operation of farmers in infected districts.Evans Bros. Cuban Treaty Probably Signed. are only entering the woods. France and the United StateB may both have something to say, It Is hinted in certain quarters here, before they emerge from them." Havana, Dec. 12.—A dinner was given at the President Palma in honor of General Bliss. It is understood that the protocol of the commercial treaty between Cuba and the United States was to be signed after the dinner, General Bliss on the one hand and Secretary of State Zaldo and Secretary of Finance Montes on the other affixing their signatures to the document There are Spanish and English copies of the protocol. General Bliss leaves here for New York next Saturday. When you want good pies, get Bohan'i Best Patent Flour. Best Family Flour Rye Flour, per sack B.-W. Flour, per sack Potatoes, per bushel., Apples, per bushel... OnioDS, 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 12£c Figs, per lb 12Jc Dates, 7c lb., 4 lbs for 25c Golden State Almonds.. English Walnuts  Mixed Nuts, new  Pop Corn Balls, per doz Pop Corn, 4 qts for  William Drury, .$4.25 .. 4.10 .. 1.00 . 70c . 65c . 55c . 25c 46 South Main Street, Plttaton, Pa. Port of Spain, Trinidad, Dec. 12.— The British sloop Alert has captured the Venezuelan troopship Zamora and the coast vessel Twenty-third of May fifty miles to the east of La Guayra. The crews of the captured vessels were landed on the Venezuelan coast, prize crews were placed on board the ships, nnd they anchored here alongside the British fiagsliip Ariadne. Brttlnh Sloop Melee* Troopship, Washington, Dec. 12.—The government Is keeping as closely in touch with the Venezuelan situation a» Is possible. There are frequent interruptions, however, In the tele'graph service with Caracas and LaGuayra. Every step taken by the allied powers against Venezuela is reported as promptly as possible by Minister Fowen to the State Department. The United States will place its own construction on every move made by the a'lles and will decide for itself whether or not any particular action involves a possible violation of the Monroe doctrine.Hare Is Something That Concerns You For WEDDINGS EIaimam I For FUNERALS ■ IOWBl» 1 10c 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,uetir st. exeter ioii Grlacom For Minister to Japan, Washington, Dec. 12.—It is pretty well understood In Washington that John Barrett will not relinquish bis connection with the Louisiana Purchase exposition until 1904 nnd thai Lloyd C. Grlscom, the United Statei minister to Persia, will be promoted to the Japanese mission. It has been ascertained that this will give great satisfaction to Japan. Would Make Shanghai a Republic. THE NEATEST GROCERY STORE IN THE CITY. Sydney, C. B., Dec. 12.—The communder of the Italian warship Carlo Alberto received orders from his government to proceed with all possible speed to Venezuela to protect the Italian subjects there. Coal was rushed on board of the warship, and the Carlo Alberto sailed. This will retard Mr. Marconi's experiments at Glace Bay for the present Kalian Ship Off For Caracas* Munich, Germany, Dec. 12.—Poultney Bigelow, addressing the Geographical society on east Asian politics and commerce, advocated making Shanghai n republic, free from consular or other olUciul meddling. He said that what waB good in Shanghai was due to the energy of the self governing merchants, principally Americans and British, who for fifty years had taken care of themselves and built up a seaport aptly culled the "New York of the fur east" THE FINEST GROCERIES AT THE LOWEST PRICES. V 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 Paris, Dec. 12.—An official of the Foreign Office, speaking to a Publishers' Press' correspondent Tegarling the situation in Venezuela, said that In his opinion the state of affairs need give no anxiety to other nation?, as the present difficulties would prove rather profitable than otherwise to Underwear. Boots and Shoes, to please everybody, at right prices. 15c 12 Jc 12£c A Thousand Dollars For a Dob Bite. Now York, Dec. 18. — Charles M. Walker lias been awarded $1,000 damages by a jury In the supreme court at White Plains, N. Y., for a dog bite. The suit was against William W. Caswell, a wealthy resident of Portchester, who owns a fine kennel. Give Us a Trial. 8c 10c Archbishop of Canterbury Very Weak, a few London, Dec. 12.—The physicians attending Dr. Temple, ArchblshnD of Canterbury, this morning issued a bulletin stating that their patient is In a condition of great weakness. Cleveland, O., Dec. 12.—The village of Colllnwood, a few miles east of this city, has voted against permitting the sale of liquor within Its boundaries. Because of the result of the election the I.ake Shore railroad will spend $1,000,000 In new shops additional to extensive buildings already erected there. Had the village voted for the sale of liquor the railroad officials stated that this extra sum of money would have been withheld. Million For Temperance Town, Campbell, Rozelle & Webster. Men's heayy fleece-lined Shirts and Drawers; they are worth 50c; this lot those commercially Interested MEETS FIRE WITH FIRE. THE LEADIN8 GROCER. Misses' ribbed fleece-lined Vesta and Pants, all sizes; worth double as yours for John Kenstt's Aaaatlant Acquitted. ARMSTRONG'S ** PRICES Venezuela Arrests Foreigners in Puer- to Cabello. THE WEATHER. » London, Dcc. 12.—John McKeever. who was charged with the murder of John Kenslt, the antlrituallstlc crusader, has been acquitted. 57 S. Main Street. Children's ribbed fleece-lined Vests much; a garment, only London, Doc. 12— A dispatch to the Dally Mall from Wlllemstad, Curacao, says: Washington, Dec. 12.—Snow tonight and Saturday. and' Pants, for Boys' Sweaters, all sizes, regular 50c garment; yours here for 25o Men's long wool Socks, worth 18c; special price 10c "The Venezuelan authorities at Puerto Cabello are fortifying that town. They have seised and Imprisoned the British and German consuls there as well as other Britons and Germans and have taken possession of their prop- Hmtt Weather OS Newfoundland, 3 lbs. Clear Toys 25c From the Gazette, Toowoomba, Aus- A Good Cough Medicine. St. John, N. B., Dec. 12.—The royal mall steamer Corinthian, Captain Nunan, from Liverpool via Halifax, N. S., lias arrived, having occupied seventyfour hours In making the voyage from Halifax to this port. Twenty-four hours Is an ordinary passage. Heavy gales, heavy sea, a snowstorm and vapor so thick that vision would not penetrate a ship's length caused the delay. The Corinthian kept off the liyid In the vicinity of the mouth of the bay of Fundy awaiting clearing weather. She sustained no damage, but was badly Iced up.  T. A. DURKIN. 3 lbs. Mixed Candies 25c Men's heavy ribbed fleece-lined Shirts and drawers, a good 60c gar- 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. Woe'ki.or. This is the opinion of one of t..i oldest and most respected residents Cnd has been voluntarily given in s d faith that others may try the remedy and be benefited, as was Mr. Wockner. This remedy is sold by all dealers on a guarantee.tralia, Victoria, B. C., Dec. 12.—Captain Fletcher, postofflce inspector, received a dispatch from Atlin telling of the loss of two mall carriers with their mall bags by failing through the ice on Taku arm. They left Atlin on Nov. 28. The names of the carriers were not given, but the inspector, has Just returned from the north, says one of the carriers Is believed to have been named Abbey. Mall Carrier* Full Through Ice. 2 lbs. Mixed Nuts 2 lbs. Chocolate Creams 25c 25c B. W. Flour, per sack, Potatoes, per bushel. Onions, per peck  Apples, per bushel.... fancy No. 1 Mackerel, 11-9 lbs., each Georges Codfl* h, per lb  Cromatory Bloaters, per dos  Evaporated Apricots, per lb  Evaporated Peaches, per lb  Cape Cod Cranberries, per qt  Fancy Smyrna Pigs, per lb  New Mixed Nuts, S lbs  Walnuts, rer peck  Butternuts, per peck  Gilt Edge Cream ry and Dairy Butter. Uairy Butter  Strictly Freeh Eggs  Chase & Sanborn's Beet Blend Coffee.. 86c a lb., 8 lbs  Chase & Sanborn's Teas, from 80c to 70o lb Peanut Brittle, per pound.. 2 lbs. French Mixed Candy 10c 26c Children's Wool Mitts, worth 19c; this lot yours for, a pair So ment; here for erty. 2 lbs. Figs Seeded Raisins, per lb., full wt.25c 25c Men's heavy striped Sweaters, made to sell for $1.00. We got them cheap, and they are yours for 50c Men's fleece-lined Gloves, the 25c kind; here for 10c Ladles' Kid Gloves, all colors, worth $1.00; yours for 59c 1 lot ladles' heavy cashmere Gloves, 25c kind; yours for 10c Children's flannelette Dresses, nicely trimmed; only 25c "The authorities also seized a British Steamer which was discharging a cargo of coal at Puerto Cabello. This vessel was unable to escape owing to a break down In her machinery. The American consul at Puerto Cabello attempted to Intervene, but was disregarded." 3 lbs. Currants 25c 2 lbs. Citron 3 doz. Pop-corn Balls 2 lbs. Leihon Peel 25c 4 (jts. Pop-corn Fatal Cavetn la New Yorli Sabwar. Butter, iDcr lb Eggs, per doz 24c The Central News has a report that the allies had landed bluejackets at La Guayra to effect the capture of President Castro and that fighting Is going on In the streets. The foreign office has no Information to this effect. Mri. Llglttier Acquitted of Murder. New York, Dec. 12.—A eaveln of "wet" rock In the rapid trufisit subway excavation In Broadway, between Ninety-third and Ninety-fourth streets, Is k 'lown to have fatally Injured two men and hurt many more laborers. One of the Injured men Is James Murray, the foreman. About fifty men were at work where the caveio took place* Onions, per peck 25c 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, bulid It for you. Dershimer & Griffin. Toledo, O., Dec. 12.—The jury In the case of Mrs. Dora Llghtnor, after being out one hour and seven minutes, acquitted her of the murder of Miss Lucy Wheeler. Mrs. Llghtner was acquitted on the ground that the deed was committed In self defense. Variety of choic« *nd fancy delicacies for first class Christmas dinner. Boys' black and white shirts... .19o J.\Arnistrong fi Co. 8. Pittston. 'Phone Connection. The Magnet •100 In connection with the reported selsore of the Venezuelan customs the foreign office officials say that arrange- Special Inducements to Cash Purchasers Adjustable bracelets at Yaseen's. 87 S. Main St, Pittston.