Pittston Gazette

              -• .•D; • *•. • • • ■ - ■- - • - , - ' - • . ■ - ■ T ?■ ' ■■■ A e. 53d YEAR. MTTSTON, PA., flONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1902. TWO CENTS A CO JY. { O D \ p E1Q FORTY CENTS A MONTH f O r\dLljJBjO. ARBITRATION IS PROPOSED PUPIN'8 TELEPHONE. A High Class Bargain List WRECKED BY A STEEL CRANE MBS. U. S. GRANT DEAD W^rury's PRICES. PEOPLE'S STORE A Train Hits Bride*, «»d Both CM Don Together. Ht Sells Foreign Rights For Great Bum to a German Firm, Brookfleld, Mo., Dec. 15.-The Identity of all the persons killed In the wreck on the Hannibal and St. Joseph railroad just east of this city has not yet been determined, as there are known to be in the wreckage the bodies of men whose identity will not be known until the wreckage shall be cleared away. Widow of Great General Succumbs to Heart Disease, i, New ¥ork, Dec. 15.—European right! of the patents of Michael Idvorsky Pupin of Columbia university governing bis Improvements in modern long distance telephony have been sold abroad by Professor Pupin for a sum aggregating more that $500,000. His invention makes telephony possible over a distance four times greater than by the (system generally in use at present. So perfect is the transmission in, articulation that it has been, found !n actual experiments by the German government that conversation can be satisfactorily maintained at a distance of thirty feet from the receiver, although those telephoning are a hundred miles apart. GRAND DISPLAY OF HOLIDAY GOODS United States Offers Its D Services to Great Britain. New Currants 8c .10c OHLY HEB DAUGHTER WITH HER. New Raisins  New Apricots  Best Patent Flour $4.25 Best Family Flour 4.10 Kye Flour, per sack 1.00 B.-W. Flour, per sack 70c Potatoes, per bushel 65c Apples, per bushel 55c Onions, per peck 25c 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 Jc Dates, 7c lb., 4 lbs for 25c Golden State Almonds. English Walnuts  Mixed Nuts, new  Pop Corn Balls, per doz.... 8c Pop Corn, 4 qts for 10c William Drury, Buy your Holiday Presents 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: Sons All Awiy In the Service of New Honeycomb ..12%c ....25c WASHINGTON CONFERENCE The bodies of the following have been recovered: James Murphy, roadmaster; Arthur Hyatt and Thomas Ainsworth, brldgemen. the War Department—Brief Sketch New Prunes, 3 lb. for  New Maple Syrup, quart ... New Maple Syrup, % gal. ... of the White Home. of the Life of the Former Mistress ..25c Minister Bo wen Confirm* the Press The injured, some of whom will die, are: TbomaB Phelan, conductor; Harry Steele, brldgeman; W. Goode, engineer; Texas Leatherman,' brldgeman; R. Green, fireman; C. McDonald, brakeman.Washington, Dec. 15.—Mrs. Ulysses 8. Grant, wife of President Grant, is dead at her residence in this city. Death was due to heart failure, Mrs. Grant having suffered for some years from valvular disease of the heart, which was aggravated by a severe attack of bronchitis. Her age prevented her rallying from the attack. Tomatoes, per can 10c Sweet Potatoes, per peck 25c Nice crisp Celery, per bunch 10c Hand-picked Apples, per bushel...50c Sweet Cider, per gallon 15c Dispatches Concerning the Bom- 10c 25c Pocket Books, bardment of Puerto Cabello, Adding Handkerchiefs, Shaving Bets, Umbrellas, Manicure Sets, Fancy Belts, Smoking sets, CelluloidNovelties,Silk Ties, Photo Albums, Pictures, Kid Gloves, Silk Garters, Pur Sets, Books, Glove Boxes, Silk Mufflers, Toy Dolls, etc. Toilet Sets, 'TIM# the Town Wae Not Fired On. The Brookfleld wrecking train was on Its wjy to the scene of an unimportant freight wreck which occurred early in the evening when the crane of the wrecker struck the overhead portion of a steel bridge Just east of this city and under the Btraln and the force o e engine pushing the'wrecker the '.ge gave way, and the entire train . ted Into the water below. The injured men were brought to this city. Professor Pupln'g invention was first brought into publicity in January, 1001, when he sold the patents governing his American rights to the American Bell Telephone and Telegraph company for a sum said by Professor Pupln at the time to be about $500,000. His invention, while not new, has now Its details and capability first authoritatively described In the recent official report of the German government on the system, which verifies not only all that was claimed for the invention In this country, but even goes far beyond the American estimates. London* Dec. 15.—In the House of Lords today. Lord Lansdowne announced that a proposal had been received from the United States, government that the claims of the British and German subjects against Venezuela be eubmitted to arbitration. BRENNAN fi ROBERTS. Her. daughter, Nellie Grant Sartorls. was the only one of her children with her at the time of h?r death, her three sons, who had been summoned here, all being out of the city. 42 North Main Street, 0TNoxt to Eagle Hotel. .. 15c .. 12ic .. 12Jc Washington, Dec. 15.—President Roosevelt this morning held a consultation with Secretary Hay, Secretary Root, Senator Cullom, chairman of the Senate foreign, relations committee, and Representative Hitt, chairman of the House foreign affairs committee, on the Venezuelan, situation. None of those present would divulge the result of the conference. There also were present at the bedside when the end came Miss Rosemary Sartorls, a granddaughter; Dr. Bishop, One whole floor given over to Toys, undoubtedly the largest and best assortment to be seen in Pitts ton. Hera Is Something That Concerns You KILLED IN TUNNEL. Fatal Explosion Beneatk the Bed of For his foreign patents Professor Pupln not only received $500,000, but will also get a substantial royalty. From bis invention, therefore, be is put in possession of at least $1,000,000, with probabilities of a large future income from royalties. Cleveland, Dec. 15.—Two men were instantly killed, two others perhaps fatally burned and a number of others less seriously burned In an explosion of gas in the waterworks tunnel a hundred feet below the bottom of Lake Erie. The dead are: Ben Rudner, Rochester, N. Y., aged twenty-one, unmarried; Arthur B'olger, Canton, O., aged twenty-four, unmarried. Lake Erie. THE LE/UNN8 9R0CER. It Pays to Buy at the Washington, Dee. 15.—The State Department this morning received a dispatch from Minister Bowen, confirming the press dispatches concerning the bombardment of Puerto Cabello, adding that, the town itself had not been fired upon. Among Secretary Hayto callers today was Mayor Desplanch.es, the Italian ambassador, who came to consult the secretary regarding Italy's claims agplnst Venezuela. People's Store, THE NEATEST GROCERY STORE IN THE CITY. In this country Professor Pupin's invention easily makes possible telephonic communication between New York and San Francisco and bas already been installed by the American Telephone and Telegraph company between fills city and Chicago, with great improvements resultant. ARMSTRONG'S " PRICES THE FINEST GROCERIES AT THE LOWEST PRICES. 15 South Main St., Pittston. ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST. Underwear, Boots and Shoes, to please everybody, at right prices. The injured are: William Knox, Brooklyn, civil engineer, seriously burned about bend, face and body, will probably die; James Ossman, Williamstown. Pa., burned about head and face, condition serious. 3 lbs. Clear Toys  3 lbs. Mixed Candies  2 lbs. Chocolate Creams  2 lbs. Mixed Nuts  Peanut Brittle, per pound 10c 2 lbs. French Mixed Candy..25c 2 lbs. Figs 25c Seeded Itaisins, per lb., full wt.25c 3 lbs. Currants 25c 2 lbs. Citron 25c 2 lbs. Lemon Peel 25c 3 doz. Pop-corn Balls 25c 4 qts. Pop-corn 10c Eggs, per doz 24c Butter, per lb 28c Onions, per peck 25c Variety of choice and fancy delicacies for first class Christmas dinner. v 25c 25c 25c 25c For Fine Xmas Presents Carpets and Art Squares - Berlin, Dec. 15.—It is learned from an official source that Italian warships will probably Join the Anglo-German allies at Venezuela as soon as a blockade has been declared. Abroad it offers no difficulty in the way of establishing direct telephonic communication between Berlin and London, Berlin apd Copenhagen, Paris and St Petersburg, Berlin and Stockholm, etc. The problem of transatlantic telephony has also become a possibility through this invention, but will only be feasible by the laying of a new Atlantic cable at a very large expense. Give Us a Trial. Others less seriously burned are: Edward Engleson Cleveland; Peter Carlln, Cleveland; Henry Hnpfear, Canton; John Powers, Cleveland; Albert Arnet, Cleveland, and Ernest Burfs, Cleveland. Brussels, Axminster, Wilton Hugs London, Dec. 15.—In the House of Commons, thjp morning, C ran borne, parliamentary secretary of foreign affairs, made a statement denying that the British admiral was responsible for the sinking of the captured Venezuelan vessels. Campbell, Rozcllc & Webster. Baby Carriage Bobes Williams & McAnuHy The cause of the explosion, It Is believed, was a spark from the joining oI two electric light wires in the tunnel, thus igniting the accumulated gns. The bodies of Rudner and Bolger were found some distance away from the scene of the explosion by a rescuing party. MRS. ULYSSES S. GRAiJT. It was to the Siemens & Halske company, the great electrical firm of Europe, with houses in Berlin, Paris and St. Petersburg, that "Professor Pupln sold his European patents. For a year Messrs. F. Dolezalek and A. Ebeling, two engineers of the Siemens & Halske, company, conducted investigations of the Pupin invention in conjunction with the German imperial postal telegraph and telephone bureau. 57 S. Main Street. 60 NORTH MAIN. ■OTH PHONES one of the attending physicians, and the two trained nurses. Death came peacefully, the sufferer ■ retaining almost complete consciousness practically to the end. Word has come from Jesse and Ulysses S. Grant, two of the sons now In California, that they have started on their way to Washington. The other son, General Fred Grant, Is In Texas, and he will hasten here as soon as he receives a message telling him of his mother's death. The remains of Mrs. Grant will be deposited In the tomb at Riverside park, New York, where those tit her husband now repose. Whether they will be taken there Immediately or this ceremony will be postponed for a time could not be ascertained at the house last night. FATAL TENEMENT FIRE. Three Persons Burned to Death and 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, build It for you. Dershlmer & Griffin. Two Others Badly Burned. J. T. Armstrong S Co. New York, Dec. lij.—Fourteen families were asleep in a tenement house at 2,412 First avenue when fire started in the building at an early hour this morning. The building was ruined. Three members of one family loet their lives. They were: Mary Bond, aged 32 years; Raymond Bond, aged 7 years; Rosle Bond, aged S years. Edward Bond, aged 40 years, and Helen Bond, aged i years, were badly burned. Blar Fire In Boston. Boston, Dec. 15.—Through streets knee deep with snow apparatus from all sections of the city responded to a four alarm fire In the Hnthaway building, '208 to 218 Summer street, which caused a damage of $75,000. The building, which Is seven stories In height, with a frontage of 200 feet, is occupied by printing and bookbinding firms and wool dealers. A thick party wall saved the latter, who occupy the front half of the building, from fire loss. The fire started on the seventh floor rear, occupied by the Estes Press, and worked Its way downward until at one time four upper floors were in flames, fanned by a brisk wind. S. Main Street, Pittston. 'Phone Connection. The results obtained were in perfect agreement with Professor Pupin's mathematical theory, and they were so remarkable that their very recent publication in German scientific journals had produced quite a sensation among German scientists and in the German press. Stoves and ranges at Ash's. XMAS While all these marvelously satisfactory experiments have been conducted lr. Ge.many the American Telephone and Telegraph company has been quietly Installing the Pnpln system of Inductance colls on its telephonic conductors in this country. The cable with colls is being manufactured and laid as fast as possible. ROUND HOUSE COLLAP8E8. If a Man 8ms to a Tailor A Score of Trainmen Caught Under Mrs. Grant, whose maiden name was Julia Dent, was born In St. Louis lu 1826 and was the daughter of Frederick and Ellen Wreushall Dent. She was married to General, then Captain, Grant In 1848. During the civil war Mr*. Grant was with the general much of the time and remained as near as possible to him when he was campaigning. She saw her husband twice Inaugurated as president and accompanied him on his Journey around the Sorld. As mistress of the White House le gave liberally to all the charitable Institutions of the city. Four children were born to General and Mrs. Grant, three sons and one daughter, all of whom are living. Miss Nellie, the daughter, who became the wife of Algernon Sartoris in 1874, has lived In Washington with her mother for several years. Frederick Dent Grant, the oldest son, Is In the army, and two other sons, Jesse and Ulysses Sherman, live at San Diego, Cal. Mrs. Grant's Life. 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 Owooats must be ordered now. Cal in and let us show you our fine assortment of cloths. l Buss, The City Tailor. Main Street. Opposite Water Street. Philadelphia, Dec. 15.—The heavy Iron root of the Pennsylvania railroad round house, on Thirtieth street, collapsed this afternoon. Seventeen locomotives were .burled. A score of workmen were injured, and it is feared that several deaths will result. the Debris and Injured. Candy, Nuts, Fruit. St. Louis, Dec. 15.—Eight defendants, former members of the house of delegates, will be called in Judge O'Nell Ryan's .division of the criminal court to answer to the charge of bribery in connection with the suburban bill. They are Charles Denny, John A. Sheridan, Edtbond Bertch, Emlle Hnrtman, Charles A. Gutke, J. J. Hannigan, Churles Kelly and Julius Lehmann. The attorneys for the defense have given notice that a change of venue will be asked for. If this shall be denied, the cases will be called immediately, and unless the defendants shall ask for a severance it will be a combination trial. The St. Louis Boodle Trials. Groceries^ German Tariff Hit* Chicago Hard. Chicago, Dec. 15. — The tariff bill passed by the German relchstag, Chicago packers say, will deprive them of almost 25 per cent of their provision export trade, exclusive of fresh meats, and the packers already, are preparing to urge the United States government to take some action that will give them relief. William C. Evans of the foreign department of Armour & Co., who returned to Chicago from Berlin, where he had been In the interests of the house he represents, said the bill would deprive the American packers of nearly all their German export trade. It also would rcact on the poorer classes In Germany. Archbishop of Canterbury's Condition. Shoes and Slippers. London, Dec. 16.—The Archbishop of Canterbury has had a change for the better and has rallied somewhat during the past 24 hours. THE WEATHER. We have just enlarged our store, and now have more room to accommodate more people. We have the finest Grocery and Shoe Store in the city, with an up-to-date stock of anything- you want in our line at lowest prices. Call on us before you buy. For WEDDINGS I For FUNERALS "IOWWI I Washington, Dec. 15.—Snoiw In the northern, portion and rain or snow in the southern portion tonight; warmer; Tuesday, rain or snow and high, easterly winds. Just what you want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) i-B-C!RPENTER,EmEit sr. exited seas Between New York, Philadelphia and Pacific Coast—Season 1902-03. Five Killed la Railroad Wreck, Kansas City, Mo., Dec. 15.—A special to the Star from Bucklln, Mo., says that a serious wreck occurred on the Hannibal and St Joseph railroad. A local freight was wrecked four miles west of Bucklln. A steam wrecker was sent to the scene from Brookfleld. The wrecked engine went through the bridge at Yellow creek. Five persons were killed, and Engineer Good was fatally Injured and half a dozen others seriously hurt. AU the victims were railroad employees. During recent years, since General Grant's death, Mrs. Grant has spent most of her winters in this city, living at 2111 Q street, while during the summer she usually lived nt Saratoga, Manchester-by-the-Sea and other popular resorts, until the last two summers, when she resided with her daughter, Mrs. Sartoris, at Coburg, Ont. She also made several visits to her sons In California during the last few years. She was of domestic temperament and devoted most of her time to her home and children. She cared little for society and always avoided public notice as much as possible. Her devotion to her husband was remarkable, and during the latter's unsuccessful years before the civil war and when his fortune was swept away shortly before his death Mrs. Grant always bore herself bravely and was an inspiration to him. Commencing Nov. 13, the Washington and Southwestern Limited, composed of Pullman drawing room, sleeping, observation-library, club and dining cars, operated dally between New York. Philadelphia and New Orleans, via the Pennsylvania railroad and the Southern Railway, leaving Pniladelphia At 6.55 p. m.. In addition will carry a special Sunset Limited annex Pullman drawing room compartment sleeping car, to connect with the Sunset Limited, which will be operated dally this season between New Orleans, Los Angeles and San Francisco. Many Soldiers Drowned. Xmas Values Colon, Colombia, via Galveston, Tex., Dec. 15.—Advices from Barranqullla confirm the report of the total wreck of the steamer Bogota in the Magdalena river recently near El Banco. She had on board a large force of government soldiers, many of whom were drowned. The details of the disaster have been suppressed.  Best Patent Flour, per bbl. $4.25 Feed, per 100 $1.35 65 90 Xmas Candy, 3 lbs. for.... Plain Mixed Candy, 4 lb. for ChocolateCreamCandy, 2 lbs Cream Bon Bona, 2 lbs Peanut Brittle, per lb. Cut Rock " Miut Lozengers " " Basket Mix Cream Wafers, 2 lbs. for Butter Cup, " " Mixed Nuts " " Cream Nuts, " " Hazel Nuts " " Eng. Walnuts, Chili, 21b.. Eng. Walnuts,Grenoble, X lb. Almond, per lb  Black Walnuts, per pk Butter Nuts, per pk Pop-corn It the NA8NET. Ready now to satisfy every whim of our customers, lleady with the greatest display of bargains we have ever had. Compare our prices and you will find thero is a great saving.  Potatoes, per bu Onions, " " Rutas BRIEF NEWS NOTES. Apples Beat Dairy Butter, per lb., Pure Lard, per lb  Cleaned Currants, 25 Seeded Raisins, 8, 10, 12 l«2 Pkf 60 28 13 German Count Poisoned. tt it - lot Children's Handkerchiefs, sold everywhere for 4c, our Xmis price 1c Galveston, Tex., Dec. 15—A young German who was known here us Hans Benjamin is dead from morphine poisoning. It Is said that his right name is Hans Grafblehl yon Sclioffky and that he is a German count. He had been here but a few weeks, having arrived on board the ship Hanover. It Is said that Ills father was a general In the German army. He was finely educated, speaking five languages fluently. The American hotel at North Creek, Warren county, N. Y„ has been burned; loss, $10,000, partly Insured. The celebrated trans-continental servloe afforded by these luxurious trains makes a trip to the Pacific Coast not only yery quick, but most delightful. Ladies' All Linen Handkerchiefs, In hem, worth 25c, our Xmas price, 10c George Leander of Chicago finished first In the six day team cycle race In Madison Square Garden, New York, city, a length and a half in advance of J. P. Jacobson of New Haven. I lot of story books, assorted' lot, all worth 4c, our Xmas price 1c Citron, 2 lbs. for  Lemon Peel, 2 lbs. for Orange " 25 25 25 1 lot story books, stiff cloth bound, worth 25c, our Xmas price 10c Chas. L. Hopkins, District Passenger Agent, Southern Railway, 828 Cheatnut St., Philadelphia, will be pleaaed to furnish all Information. For several years Mrs. Grant had been so feeble that it was Impossible for her to accept social engagements. She suffered from rheumatism and was compelled to walk with a cane or with the assistance of an attendant. She was seventy-six years of age at the time of her death. The Russian police have arrested forty accomplices of persons who have been attempting to Introduce revolutionary proclamations into Russia. Among the persons taken into custody are several influential nihilists. I lot Ping Pong Sets, sold every where for $1.00, our Xmas price..50c ISeodtf Cranberries, per qt 1 lot Ladies' Eiderdown Dressing Sacques, all colors, worth 11.25, our Xmas price 60c 10 Parsnips, Carrote, Beets, Sweet Potatoes Cabbage, Celery. Pumpkin, per can Republican City Primaries. Annapolis, Md., Dec. 15.—An attempt on the part of upper class men of St. John's cRllege to haze the preparatory students resulted in a general tight in which more than a hundred students participated and which resulted in several broken heads. It is announced nt St. John's that the faculty will take most vigorous measures to punish the ringleaders of the fight. Haxlnic With Serious Rrmlti, 1 lot Children's White Chinchilla Fur Sets, 3 pieces, collar, muff and cap, worth $1.50, our Xmaa price, ,75c Republican primaries for Pittston city will be held on Friday. Dec, 2%, 1902, between the hours of 7 and 8 p. m., to nominate candidates for councilmen In the even numbered wards, school controller in all wards, and candidates for constable in the First, Fourth, Sixth and Ninth wards. The president has selected Lloyd Crlscom, Jr., now minister to Persia, to be minister to Japan, succeeding Mr. Buck, deceased. He also has selected Richmond Pearson of North Carolina, at present consul general at Teheran, Persia, to succeed Mr. Griscom as minister to Persia. Mr. Pearson formerly ,was a representative in congress from Ohio. Oranges, Lemons and Popcorn, 1 lot Ladles' Fleeced Pique Shirt Waists, made in best style, worth $1.25, our Xmts price /6c 1 lot Boy's 3 piece Suits, worth $2.50, our Xmas price $1.50 Larjre Shipments of Cool, Call on us for Boots, Shoes, Slippers, and anything in the Shoe line. We are sure to please you, and fit your feet. Don't forget the-place. Reading, Pa., Dec. 15.—Tlie Philadelphia and Reading Railroad company had over fifty locomotives in service transporting coal to market Saturday and Sunday. The company clnirns that 76,000 tons were started. Most of the coal Is destined for the large eastern titles. The motive power of the company has never before been taxed as It is at present. 1 lot Ladles' Black Mercerized Under Skirts, made with deep flounce and ruffle laid or flounce, worth $1.00, our Xmas price 50c G. E. Carpenter, Chairman. M. B. Beynon, Secretary. 12wl Choice Building Sites. Rome, Dec. 15.—Cardinal Martinelll has recommended to the congregation of the propaganda the appointment of the Rev. J. F. Regis Canevln, rector of 8t. Paul's cathedral, Pittsburg, to the post of coadjutor bishop of Pittsburg. To Be Bishop of Plttobnrs, A resolution adopted by the Henley stewards does not specifically bar foreign crews from competing In the great English regatta, but It is generally regarded as practically shutting out visitors, for it Is considered hardly likely that oarsmen from dther countries will be prepared to change their established customs in order to acquire the prirl- Ifige of __ ( 1 lot Ladies' Kid Gloves, black and colored, they are the 75c kind, our Xmas price... 59c $2,000 buys corner, B0*160 ft., on Exeter St., or 11,060 will take corner, 60xlD0. on side street adjoining. BANKER'S AGENCY. Cvans Sjros.j 1 lot Children's Eiderdown coats, angora trimmed, worth 75c, our Xmas 8wl New BrltUh Military Attache, Holiday novelties and necessities galore. Anything to everything you could desire, 1b gold, silver or plated. At BERBY'S. London, Dec. 15.—Lieutenant Colonel H. J. Foster, commanding the royal engineers on the Island of Guernsey, has been appointed military attache to the British embassy, at .Washington. price Union Club Pure Old Rye Whiskey Guaranteed. Leading brand in the valley, 8. J. FREEMAN. Both phones* 46 South Main Street, Pittston, Pa. The MAGNET 37 B. Main St., Pittston.