Pittston Gazette

              w %*W 53d YEAR. \Z2EPhVZt PITTSTON, PA., WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1902. TWO CENTS A CO*Y. C 1A D A nFQ FORTY CENTS A MONTH f r ilU fjO. CASTRO'S VIEW OF ALLIES' MOVE This government Is not likely to be bound by a peace blockade. The only blockade the United States is likely to respect Is one which would accompany a declaration of war. The coercive powers do not want to declare war, and the administration would regard a declaration of war by the three powers against Venezuela for the purpose of collecting bad debts with disfavor. manded the communication to the minister included orders to leave Caracas at once. The ultimatum from Italy is couched in strouger terms than those used in the ultimatums presented to Venezuela by Great Britain aud Germany. Italy will take part in future demonstrations against Venezuela. JUDGE GARY BUYS RIVAL A High Class Bargain List (7\ruri/'s prices. PEOPLE S STORE GRAND DISPLAY OF HOLIDAY GOODS A Blow Against the Integrity of America. Steel Trust Announces Acquisition of Union Co. New Currants New Raisins Best Patent Flour. Best Family Flour Rye Flour, per sack B.-W. Flour, jDer 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 12|c Figs, per lb 12$c 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  IWilliam Drury, .$4.25 .. 4.10 .. 1.00 . 70c . 65c . 55c . 25c The interests of Italy in Venezuela will be placed in the bands of United States Minister Bowen. The Italian colony In Caracas is' a very numerous one. The Italian shield over the legation door will be removed from the building, and instructions will be sent to .all Italian consuls in Venezuela to remove the shields over their consulates.New Apricots IPC New Honeycomb 12%c 23c , Buy your Holiday Presents here. Never ljefore wore we so well prepared for it :w this year. Hundreds of useful articles to select from, a few of which we mention: Senate Consider* Situation. "The Venezuelan question occupied the attention of the senate in executive session for almost an hour. The question came up informally almost immediately after the public was excluded. Senator Teller, disclaiming all intention of being critical aud saying he merely desired Information, asked Senator Culloni, chairman of the committee on foreign relations, what Information he possessed as to the Venezuelan affair. Mr. Teller in inquiring said that the situation is such that senators felt that the Monroe doctrine at any time might become Involved if the complication should continue. - NOTICE OF BLOCKADE. BOND ISSUE OF $40,00,000 New Prunes, 3 lb. for New Maple Syrup, quart ... New Maple Syrup, % gal. ... Indignation In German Official Circles Over the Charge That They Are Price of the Property Was High. Tomatoes, per can 10c 25c Plants Wilt be Greatly Improved Sweet Potatoes, per peck .... Nice crisp Celery, per bunch Pocket Books, Toilet Sets, 8cheming In Venezuela—Germany It is learned at the foreign office that the proposal of arbitration made by President Castro through Mr. Bowen specifies no terms and proposes to arbitrate all pending questions. An answer to the proposal is anxiously awaited here. and Enlarged—Details of Trans- Hand-picked Apples, per bushel 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. Hat Acted 8quarely in the Open. action. 8weet Cider, per gallon Chicago, Dec. 17.—Replying to a request of the Tribune for a statement on the gravity of the Venezuelan sit uatlon, the following has been received: "Caracas, Dec. 16.—Castro wishes to express in the name of his country his appreciation of the sympathy of the United States manifested toward Venezuela. In this foreign aggression on Venezuela he sees a threat against American interests, and believes the situation may be interpreted as a blow aimed at American integrity. (Signed) Torre® Gardenas, Secretary to the President." Chicago, Dec. 17.—Judge Elbert H. Gary, chairman of the United States Steel corporation, has announced the purchase of the Union Steel company of Sharon and Donora, Pa., the transaction involving a bond issue of *45,- 000,000. BREW S ROBERTS. General Hernandez has reached Caracas. He was received at the railroad station with great enthusiasm by 1,500 of his partisans, who tried to unharness the horses attached to his carriage and themselves draw the general in his triumphal return to city. At the general's request, however, the people desisted from this endeavor. Senator Cullom replied to the Inquiry that lie had no knowledge of recent events not contained in the public prints. Messrs. Bacon, Hoar, Lodge and Stewart all made remarks. In none of the addresses was anything harsh or critical said. The tone of all the speeches, whether by Republicans or Democrats, was that our position as a nation should be one of watchfulness. There was general agreement that while the means adopted by Great Britain and Germany for the collection of their debts had been quite strenuous they thus far had committed no infringement of the Monroe doctrine and therefore had done nothing to which the United States could take exception. 42 North main Street, mrseit to Eagle Hotel. 15c 12Jc 12£c Judge Gary has given out the followlowing statement embodying details of the transaction: One whole floor given over to Toys, undoubtedly the latest and lDest assortment to be seen in Pitts ton. Here Is Something That Goncerns You 8c 10c "The nuance and executive committees of the United States Steel corporation, accompanied by the presidents and other prominent officers of the subsidiary companies of the steel corporation, have recently made an inspection of the Union and Sharon steel plants, now controlled by the Union Steel company, and as a result the finance committee by direct negotiation lias purchased the same for the steel corporation.From the railroad station General Hernandez drove to Mlrafiores palace, the residence of President Castro. The revolutionary leader addressed the president of the country. President Castro then appeared upon a balcony of the pulace and made an address in reply to "El Mocho." The followers of "El Mocho" have given assurances that they will assist President Castro. London, Dec. 17.—The Exchange Telegraph Co.'s Paris correspondent says that the French foreign minister, Delcasse, has obtained assurances from Oreat Britain and Germany that, prior to any demonstration against Venezuela, the customs of that country, which have been put up as a guarantee for the payment of the French claims, will be protected. It Pays to Buy at the THE LEADIRO GROCER. THE NEATEST GROCERY STORE IN THE CITY. People's Store, ARMSTRONG'S ** PRICES THE FINEST GROCERIES AT THE LOWEST PRICES. 15 South Main St., Pittston. ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST. The Spanish minister to Venezuela, Senor Gaytan de Ayala, and the Belgian charge d'affaires, M. Van der Heyde, have presented a joint letter to the Venezuelan minister of foreign affairs In which they ask, in case the claims of other foreign powers are paid by Venezuela, that the same treatment given these powers be accorded to Spain and Belgium. Will Not Land Marines, "These plants were locatcd near Pittsburg, on the Monongahela river, and at Sharon, Pa., respectively. They were started some time before the formation of the United States Steel corporation and not in opposition to it. Berlin, Dec. 17.—A prominent government official says tliat indignation Is growing in government circles be cause of the accusation that Germany Is scheming in Venezuela. He adds: "Germany has acted in full and open accord with Great Britain from the beginning. The German commodore received orders to only seize the Venezuelan ships,/ but the sinking of the vessels proved a military necessity. Germany and Oreat Britain continue to act in most cordial relations. There are no designs against the Monroe doctrine. All of the Powers have received notification that a blockade in Venezuela will be declared within the next few days." Puerto Cabelio, Dec. 17.—The Ameritan vice consul hero, Mr. Volkmar; the German consul, P. Tiede; the British consul, R. Kolster, and a number of the leading citizens of Puerto Cabelio have had an interview with the British and German commodores. This step was taken by the consols and the citizens at their own volition. As a result of the conference the foreign officers have desisted from their plan to disembark marines and seize the cannon in Fort Solano and ask for the capitulation of Puerto Cabelio. Fort Solano is situated on the bills back of Puerto Cabelio in a position dominating the town. Underwear, Boots and Shoes, to please everybody, at right prices. 3 lhs. Clear Toys 3 lbs. Mixed Candies 2 lbs. Chocolate Creams.. 2 llw. Mixed Nuts  Peanut Brittle, per pound 10c 2 lbs. French Mixed Candy.. 25c 2 lbs. Figs 25c Heeded Raisins, per lb., fullwt.25c 3 lbs. Currants 25c 2 lbs. Citron 25c 2 llw. 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. 25c 25c Whitman's Celebrated Chocolates and Confections. 25c 25c Terma of Purchase. Give Us a Trial. "The steel corporation pays the exact cost of the manufacturing plants to be determined by auditors appointed for that purpose. For the real estate, ore properties and the coal lauds it will pay something more than the cost value, but not to exceed the present market value. The stockholders of the Union and the Sharo.i plants agree to furnish $10,000,000 new cash to be expended In the completion of Improvements and further development of the properties in such manner as the steel corporation may determine. There may be other brands more popular, but none as good. Leave orders now for the Holidays. Campbell, Rozelle & ANOTHER P0I80NING TRAGEDY. Young Woman in Indiana a Victim of Webster. KANE S PHARMACY Michigan City, Ind., Dec. 17.—Miss Matilda Baker, a domestic In the em ploy of Benjamin Ford, is at the point of death as a result of eating poisoned candy sent her by some unknown person. The physicians In attendance ou Miss Baker say that she was a victim of arsenical poisoning. The police be lieve the candy was sent by a young man of this city, who Is jealous of Miss Baker'rand who had threatened her life. •- - - Poisoned Confectionery. 57 S. Main Street. 20 South Main Street. ENGLAND DISSATISFIED. Govarnmeat Believed to Have Baen Now Is the time to repair your house or build a new one. Winter Is coming. Let us prepare your plane for you and sell you the material or, better still, bulid it for you. Dershlmer & Griffin. CABLE8 ARE KEPT WARM. Hottdwlaked by the Kalfter. . "The manner of paying for the property will be a bond Issue of $45,000,000, secured on the property, and principal and interest guaranteed by the steel corporation. For the actual money put Into the manufacturing property the stockholders Will receive these bonds at par. For the value of real estate, ore and coal they will receive bonds at par, and for the $10,000,000 of new cash they will receive bonds at par. The remainder of the bonds will be kept In the treasury for use at some future time In such further development of the property as may be decided on by the steel corporation. J. T. Armstrong £ Co. The United States Urging Arbitration London, Dec. 17.—The dissatisfaction among Englishmen over the action of. the government in allowing itself to be hoodwinked by Germany Is Increasing. This prevailing sentiment Is echoed by the entire English press. One hears nothing else discussed,'and the actual happenings off the coast of Venezuela take second place. of Claims. 8. Main Street, Pittston. 'Pkpoe Washington, Dec. 1".—Cable messages .have been passing all day between the state department and the United States ambassadors in London, Berlin and Rome and between Secretary Hay and Minister Bowen, at Caracas, In a further endeavor to secure arbitration of the claims of the three powers now united in coercing Venezuela.Stores and ranges at Ash's. EARTHQUAKE DISASTER. Town of 30,000 Population In Central Asia Practically Destroyed. XMAS "Germany expects every Englishman to do Ills duty" is the witty paraphrase to sum up the situation. The puUticutiou of the White paper, showing the successive steps in the joint proceedings of England and Germany, gives an insight into what is now considered in London one of the reasons for tbe recent visit of the kaiser. St. Petersburg, Dec. 17.—The town of Andjan, Central Asia, has been practically destroyed by an earthquake. No details as to the loss of Ufa or the amount of damage has been ascertained. The town had 30,000 Inhabitants.Failing to bear from Europe as to Minister Bowen's proposal. Secretary Hay again addressed cable dispatches to tbe ambassadors abroad, instructing them to call the matter again to the attention of the governments, with a view to securing an early expression of opinion from them. If a Man float to a Tailor for a suit of clothes it means that the mail wants something better than the ready made clothing. Clothes made here have a combination of style, fit and quality. Christmas Suits and Ovoreoats must be ordered now. Cal in and let us show you our fine assortment of cloths. "Tlie sellers' profit in the transaction arises solely from their profit in operating their plants to date and in the increased value of their ore, coal and real estate, which were purchased some time ago. Candy, Nuts, Fruit. The kaiser landed in England ou Nov. 8. Among the guests commanded to meet him the same evening at Sundringliam were Mr. Balfour, Mr. Chamberlain and Mr. Brodrick, while Count Metternlch was also among the visitors present. The Btay of these three ministers lasted until Nov. 10. On that day Lord Lansdowne was Invited to Sandringham, where Count Metternlch remained. Escape* From a Monastery. Madrid, Dec. 17.—The young marchioness of Pidal. daughter of the former Conservative minister, who hecame a nun last year at the desire of her parents, has escaped from the monastery where she was living. She wishes to marry. Three other aristocratic nuns ran away from the monastery for the same reason. Groceries^ Minister Bowen has not been hcnrd from In twenty-four hours, except to make an inquiry, which 1b said to concern tbe position he should assume under certain circumstances which may arise In consequence of the virtual war which tbe allies are pressing on Castro's government. "This is on advantageous purchase for the steel corporation, aa the properties are located near their other plants, and the general expense of managing the business with the addi; tion of these two large and modern plants will not be increased, and also for the reason that the corporation iB now short of pig Iron and open hearth capacity." Shoes and Slippers. Buss, The City Tailor. M»ln Street. OpponUe Water Street. The situation so far as the United States is concerned la very much in a fog, but there ie'-no more prospect of this country being Involved than there hus been. The administration sees no ground for Intervention, although it emphatically doubts the wisdom and good sense of (Jermany, Great Britain and Italy in conducting a debt collecting expedition with high power guns against a bankrupt and virtually defenseless republic. It would appear that on this day there was concluded an agreement with Germany equivalent to an offensive and defensive alliauce In South America. THE WEATHER. We have just enlarged our store, and now have more room to accommodate more 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 E|aimm • For FUNERALS "lOWOrS | Washington, Dec. 17.—Fair and colder tonight; Thursday, fair The Union Steel company is a consolidation of the Sharon Steel company and the Union Steel company. This merger was accomplished within the past two weeks, and the officials were working upon the details when un offer was obtained from the United States Steel corporation to Bell. Its capital is *00,000,000. Wu Assreailvc Factor, Just what you want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) l-B-CARPENTER,iXETERST. exetei ion It is scarcely a mere coincidence that on Nov. 11 Lord Lansdowne returned to London and immediately telegraphed to Caracas orders for a final ultimatum to be presented to Venezuela and that on the sume day Count Metternlch obtained a definite pledge from the British foreign minister binding England to stand or fall with Germany and not to withdraw from the Venezuelan offuir without obtaining German consent. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. New York Stock Markets furnished by tfaight & Freese, stock brokers, Miners' Bank Building. New York, Dec. 17, 1902. Open. Clos. .121% 124',i . 80% 80% . 98 97£ . 55% 66% . 32% 33 . 62% 62% . 94% 94% . 45 45% . 23% 23% .168% 168% . 37 37% . 75% 75% . 31 31% ,. 62 62% .119% 119% .143% 144% ,.137% 137% ,.103% 102% .. 25% 26% .. 26% 21% .. 13% ,. 68% .. 27% .150% ,.153% .. 58% .. 75% ..30% .. 90% .. 59% .. 54% .. 38% ..11% .. 15% 31% ..81% .. 87% .. 39% .. 25% .,. .96 91 31 24 53% President Roosevelt nud bis cabinet held a most Important meeting, at which the Venezuelan situation was discussed In all Its phases. It was stated afterward that there would be no recession by this government with respect to questions Involving Venezuela or any other government of South or Central America as laid down by the president In his message to congress.It was the most aggressive competitor of the big steel trust in this country. The officers are A. W. Mellon, president; W. H. Donuer and John Stevenson, Jr., vice presidents, and former State Senator William- Fllun, chairman of the board of directors. Xmas Values Sugar  Atchison  Atchison, pref  Copper  Car & Foundry  Brooklyn Traction . B. & O:  Ches. & Ohio  Chic. & Gt. Western C„ M. & St. P  C., R. 1. & P  Col. F. & I  Best Patent Flour, per bbl. $4.26 Feed, per 100 $1.35 65 90 Xmas Candy, 3 lbs. for.... 2 Plain Mixed Candy, 4 lb. for 2 ChocolateCreamCandy, 2 lbs 2 Cream Bon Bons, 2 lbs.... 2 Peanut Brittle, per lb | Cut Rock " " | Mint Lozeugers " " | Basket Mix " " | Cream Wafers, 2 lbs. for  Butter Cup, " Mixed Nuts " ".... Cream Nuts, " "  Hazel Nuts " Eng. Walnuts, Chili, 2 lb.. Eng. Walnuts,Grenoble, 1 lb. Almond, per lb  Black Walnuts, per pk  Butter Nuts, per pk  Pop-corn "  Oranges, Lemons and Popcorn. At the NIBNET. Ready now to satisfy every whim of our customers. Ready with the greatest display of bargains we have ever had. Compare our prices and you wjll find there is a great saving.  Commenting upon these revelations, the Daily Mail says: Potatoes, per bu Onions, " " "Opposition to this new alliance is not a mere ebullition of anti-German feeling. It is prompted by the fact that the alliance is in direct contradiction to British policy and inevitably threatens one most vital British interest—our good relations with the United States. It Is generally believed tliut H. C. I'rick was also interested In the old Union Steel company. It was announced in an official way at the time of the merger of the two companies that the new corporation had everything of its own. that is fouud to be necessary or even useful In the steel business of modern times. Rutas Apples  Best Dairy Butter, per lb The state department is hourly wniting for some statement from the powers on the proposition for arbitration. It is also Jiopeful of having some clear statement from Germany, Great Britain and Italy defining their Intentions -more fully and to the extent to which they expect to go. But the cabinet meeting adjourned with a feeling that nothing serious was Impending. - lot Children's Handkerchiefs, sold everywhere for 4c, our Xmas price 1c Eric Pure Lard, per lb 13 Cleaned Currants, 4*for.... 25 Seeded Raisins, 8D I0D 12 1-2 Rkg "The kaiser has obtained what he desired. He has drawn England Into operations on the Venezuelan coast which must be ineffective and which cannot be carried 011 for any time without arousing 111 feeling against liils country in the United States. Erie, pref  Louis. & Nash. . Manhattan El. . Mot. Traction . Mo Pacific .... Col. Southern .. Alo  Mexican Central Rep. Steel  Ladies' All Linen Handkerchiefs, % in hem, worth 25c, our Xmas price, 10c I lot of story books, assorted lot, all worth 4c, our Xmas price 1e To complete the plans for engaging in the manufacture of steel on a scale second only to the great United States Steel corporation the new Union Steel company proposed to build Its own railroad, a distance of 200 miles, from I,nke Erie to the company's coke region.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 Apparent Indecision of Powers. 25* 21% 18% I lot Ping Pong Sets, sold every where for $1.00, our Xmas price, ,60c Murklness-Is caused in the International atmosphere by the apparent Indecision among the three powers as to what steps they ought to take. This government does not yet know whether a blockfcde is to be established or pot It la surmised that the powers are not agreed 011 this point. "From this situation there is no other means of escape than a resort to arbitration. Arbitration is necessary and desirable, and 110 secret agreements can prevent the nation from demanding it from its rulers." Cranberries, per qt 1 lot Ladies' Eiderdown Dressing Sacques, all colors, worth $1.25, our Xmas price...' 50c Norfolk & Western N. Y„ O. & W  N. Y. Central  Pennsylvania  Reading  Reading, pref  Southern Ry  Southern Ry., pref. Southern Pacific ... Tenn. C. & I  Texas Pacific  U. S. Leather  U. S. Rubber ...  U. S. Steel  -. S. Steel, pref. ... Western Union  Wabash, pref  Wabash, com,  Unio'n Pacific  Union Pacific, pref. Alton  Kt.  69 % 27% 150% 152*. 58 % 10 Parsnips, Carrots, Beets, Sweet Potatoes Cabbage, Celery. Pampkiu, per can Recently it announced that it would Bpend 75.000,000 in a huge rail mill to Ih.' operated in competition with the big trust's plants. 1 lot Children's White Chinchilla Fur Sets. 3 pieces, collar, muff and cap, worth $1.50, our Xmas price..75c 1 lot Ladies' Fleeced Pique Shirt Waists, made in best style, worth D1.25, our Xmts price /5c 1 lot Boy's 3 piece Suits, worth $2.50, our Xmas price. $1.50 The explanation made in the British parliament, It is said here, are not very lucid. The government states that If Venezuela does not pay soon further coercive measures are to be applied. Germany in its note to the United States a year ago spoke of a peace blockade. The publication of the correspondence between Germany and 'Great Britain preceding the movement on Venezuela spoke of the selsure of ships as the flrst step. The ships have not only been seised, but some destroyed, yet, so far as this government Is informed, the blockade has not been Instituted, and the combined fleet Is scouting around the Caribbean sea jrlttemt w well defined object. DE RIVA LEAVES CARACAS. I'oatnflice Robbers' Good Haul, After Presenting Italy's Ultimatum Richmond, Va., Dec. 17.—At Big Stone (Jap burglars have blown open the safe in the postofflee, taking about $800 in stamps and $400 in money. They entered the room by boring out a in the door. The postmaster hud received a large supply of stamps from the department which had not been invoked. 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. Caracas, Dec. 17.—The Italian minister to Venezuela, Slgnor de Rlva, has received orders from Rome to leave Caracas. He lias gone on board the Italian cruiser Giovanni Bausun at La Guayra. to Castro. 1 lot Ladies' Black Mercerized Under Skirts, made with deep flounce and ruffle laid or flounce, worth $1.00, our Xmas price 50c 1 lot Ladies' Kid Gloves, black and colored, they are the 75c kind, our Xmas price 59c Slgnor de Rlvn had been Instructed by his government to present to the government of Venezuela Italy's demand for the immediate payment of $542,000 to meet the Italian claims arising from former revolutions In the form of an ultimatum. As it was known that the Venezuelan government could not pay the amount de- Cvuns $ros.j 25% 96'i 91% 31% 24 53 Serious Floods In Rockland Covantr- 1 lot Children's Eiderdown coats, angora trimmed, worth 75c, our Xmas 50c Nyuck, N. Y., Dec. 17.—The heavy rainstorm nnd melting of the snow have caused serious floods In many parts of Rockland county. Low landa are under water, cellars and basements are flooded, and In many localities the roads are almost tmpassable. price Kl,, pref. 46 South Main Street, Pittston, Pa. The MAGNET S lbs. evaporated apples, 25c. Giles. 37 S. Main St, Pitta ton.