Pittston Gazette

              f t. 53d YEAR. I WEEKLY ESTABLISHED 1800 1 DAILY EST. bt TBEO. HABT 1889. IMTTST IN, PA., SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1902. TWO CENT8 A f FORTY CENTS A MONTH f (D PAGES. FORTY DEAD, MANY INJURED OUR SMALLEST PROVINCE. ROOSEVELT'S TRIUMPH ment between the contending parties. The good offices of the United States to bring about such an agreement are now being offered. Inasmuch as the Monroe doctrine of the United States is not in any sense subject to arbitration, it will not be involved. MAKING A BEEF TRUST ADVANTAGES Governor of Gnam Tells About His Washington, Doc. 27.—The nnnunl report of Commander Beaton Scliroeder, governor of toe island of Guam, has Just reached tne navy department. It indicates a rather serious condition in the island finances owing to the failure of congress to appropriate the sum asked for last year. The receipts last year were In round numbers $C10,000 and the expenditures $57,000, leaving a balance of $8,000, which, however, Is n decrease of over $13,000 in the cash balance for the preceding year. Tills loss Is due largely to the unexpected expenses incident to the establishment of the leper colony and the decrease of over $10,0(50 In import duties. Isolated Island. Of purchasing your Holiday gifts here. You will have the largest and most desirable stock to select from. A guarantee of quality, backed by a reputation of 20 years' standing. The satisfaction of knowing your money will be refunded if articles do not prove satisactorv. Articles purchased now will be reserved for future delivery. What-We Have Frightful Accident on the Forces Reference of Trouble to Hague Court. Germany Accepts. Alleged Object of Incorporation of New Companies Left of Grand Trunk. London, Dec. 27.—A Berlin dispatch to the Central News says that Germany has agreed to accept The Hague Tribunal as arbitrator of the Venezuelan difficulty. AN OPERATOR BLUNDERED. CAUSE OF SATISFACTION. HOLIDAY Washington, Dec. 27.—At the State Department it is positively denied that this country Is participating In formulating the preliminary protocol providing for arbitration between the Powers and Venezuela. MORRIS IS CHIEF FACTOR. Almost All Prominent Politicians Failed to Deliver an Order and a Fast Were Against the President Involv- Express CCraslned Into a Freight ing Himself In the Settlement of Yet Calls It an Independent Concern. Train That Was Standing on a Sid- CHAMBERLAIN IN PORT. Has a Blanket Charter Which ing at a Canadian Town. Commander Scliroeder'reports that It has been deemed prudent to stop all work of public Improvement until further appropriations are made. The value bf the exports and imports during the year have been respectively $3.1,541) and $35,105. The exports consisted almost entirely of Mexican dollars. Not a pound of copra has been exported, and neither cocoa nor eolTee lias bectr-produced in sufficient quantities to mipplj the home market owing to the slow recovery from the effects of the hurricane of 1000. The governor suggests that it would be a great boon if the department of agriculture would establish an experimental station on the island. the South American Imbroglio. Would Answer all the Purposes of Washington, Dec. 27.—Great relief is felt in official circles over the triumph of President Roosevelt In persuading the powers to accept The Hague tribunal as the court of arbitration of the Venezuelan difficulty. Colonial Secretary Warmly "Wel- comed at Durban, a Real Trust. London, Ontario, Dec. 27.—A terrible wreck, involving the loss of probably 40 lives and the serious Injury of as many others, occurred about midnight last night on the Grank Trunk railroad, at Wanstead, about 20 miles east of this city. The accident was in the nature of a head-on collision between the westbound Pacific express train, known to railroaders as No. 6, and a fast eastbound freight train. The express train was given a clear track and right of way on leaving the division headquarters here, and no explanation is yet forthcoming of the fact that the train crashed into the freight train, which was standing on a switch at Wanstead. The express was an hour behind schedule time when it left this city and should have passed the freight at Strathroy. Durban, Natal, Dec. 27.—Colonial Secretary Chamberlain and Mrs. Chamberlain, who left Portsmouth. England, Nov. 25 on board the armored cruiser Good Hope, have landed here. They received a warm welcome from large crowds of people. H-G.SHUPP Now on Sale Chicago, Dec. 27.—Is the new packing concern Incorporated In New Jersey Tuesday under the name of Morris & Co., with a capital stock of $3,- 000,000, the nucleus of the long talked of meat trust? His endeavors to bring about this much desired outcome have been at nil times thoroughly consistent and actuated only by the highest motives not only for a peaceful settlement of the present dispute, but for the purpose of establishing a precedent to avert future unbearable situations of a similar character.IEWELER, 3G W. MAEKET STREET. AT COST. The long speeches made by Mr. Chamberlain In the course of the reception functions were notable for their strong tone of conciliation and as expressing his confidence in Lord Milner, British high commissioner In .South Africa. Bearing in mind, seemingly, the rumors that his visit would lead to the displacement of Lord Milner, Mr. Chamberlain declared his belief that his visit would have the effect ot strengthening Lord Milner's hand, who, he hoped, would be as great in conciliation as he had been in the maintenance of the rights of the empire. The question is suggested by the blanket charter Issued to the company and by the noncommittal attitude of the Chicago Incorporators who compose the firm of Nelson Morris & Co. A High Class Bargain List Edward .Morris of Nelson Morris & Co. admitted that tile principal members of his firm were the incorporators of the new firm of Morris & Co., but refused to state for what pui'iiose the new company was organized further than to say that it was a matter of convenience. The governor recommends that If a Philippine silver dollar of fixed vulue Is to be coined under the laws of the Unit ed Slates It be made legal tender also In Guam In place of the present Mexican dollar. The present hopeful status of the situation, which at one time seriously threatened the Interests of this country, Is regarded in Washington as a distinct victory for President Roosevelt's administration both as a national and international factor. PEOPLE S STORE New Currants New Raisins 15 South Main St., Fittston. The census of the Island shows the totnl population to be '.1,070. Above the age of seven 45 per cent of the natives read and write Spanish. He says that the natives still continue to refuse to allow their sick to receive medical attention, but that conditions are improving, an excess of births over deaths being shown for each of the last two years. New Apricots Nearly all the victims of the disaster were occupants of the smoking car. This car, which was filled with men, was telescoped "by two baggage care, which were Jammed back over the smqker when 'the monstrous engines met. Hardly a ptrson In the car escaped death or injuiy. Many of the dead were frightfully mangled. The Injured suffered mainly from broken limbs. Darkness shroudeij the wreck for hours, making It impossible to learn Ju?t how serious an affair it was or to recover the victims. Shortly after the collision, the wreckage took Are, and but for the heroic efforts of the surviving passengers, led by an old man, who organized a fire brigade, the results would have been still more shocking. The passengers extinguished the flames by throwing snow upon them with their hats. Then they turned their attention to recovering the victims of the accident, whose sufferings were aggravated by the intense cold and.a blinding snow storm. The temperature was down to zero. Within a couple of hours relief trains arrived from this city and then the work of rescue and caring for the victims proceeded more rapidly. A special train brought the bodies of the dead and the Injured passengers to this city. The latest estimate places the number of the dead at 40 and that of the injured at probably 35 or 40. No official declaration has been made that all the parties to the dispute have agreed to accept The Hague tribunal, but that a practical agreement has been made, with certain conditions attached which are now In the process of being eliminated, can be stated on the authority of a cabinet officer. Incorporators Noncommittal. Now Honeycomb 12 %c . .25c Referring to the war, the colonial secretary said the Dutch and the British had fought in courageous rivalry. Between the two races, not kindred in origin or nature, such a struggle foi supremacy had been Inevitable. From that struggle two proud and "kindred races would grow in mutual respect, appreciation and lasting friendship. In reply to questions XIr. Morris said the New Jersey corporation of Morris & Co. is not a branch of Nelson Morris & Co., but an independent corporation. To the question whether the new corporation was organized to handle the eastern business of Nelson Morris & Co. Mr. Morris replied in the negative and would make no further statement than to repeat that the new firm was organized by Nelson Morris & Co. as a matter of convenience. New Primes, 3 lb. for New Maple Syrup, quart 25c New Maple Syrup, % gal 45c Evans Bros. Tomatoes, per can Senor Puiido, charge d'affaires of tlie Venezuelan delegation In Washington, made the statement that he had received unofficial assurances that The Hague tribunal had been accepted by all parties to the controversy. Sweet Potatoes, per peck Nice crisp Celery, per bunch The governor recommends an appropriation of about $43,000 for public Improvements.Hand-picked Apples, per bushel "Victor and vanquished," said Mr. Chamberlain, "bravely played their parts. We scorned to glory ill our triumph, nnd the enemy need fear no humiliations in their defeat. Let us see, as Britons worthy of the name, that nothing be done to revive the animosities of the past. We must give our new fellow subjects equality ot position with ourselves. We ask, how ever, something in return. It is with them that the issue lies. We hold out our hand and ask them to take it with out thought of the past, but frankly and In the spirit in which it is offered." Sweet Cider, per gallon Best Patent Flour, per bbl. $4,25 SI.35 65 90 45 50 28 13 25 Willimantie, Conn., Dec. 127.—Poison sufficient to kill half a dozen persons has been found In the stomach of Mrs. Julia Wilson, who died under suspicious circumstances two weeks ngo at her home in Ashford and for whose murder Mrs.H-ella Manson and (Jeorge Wilson, son of the dead woman, are now under arrest. Dr. A. J. Wolff of Hartford, the state chemist, has proceeded far enough with his analysis of the stomach to make a preliminary report to State Attorney Hunter. The result will be that a folrmal complaint will be drawn up against the two now under arrest, and they will have a hearing before ji justice of the peace so that they may be properly committed to await the uction of the grand Jury.  Arnenlc In Mrs. Wilton's Stomach, "I cannot say what use we will malic of it," he said in conclusion. BRENNAN f ROBERTS. Feed, pei; 100 Potatoes, per bn Onions, " " Rutas-  Apples  Best Dairy Butter, per lb Pure Lard, per lb  Cleaned Currants, 4 for.. Seeded Baisins, 8. 10. 12 1-2 PkC Citron, 2 lbs. for 25 Lemon Peel, 2 lbs. for 25 Orange " " " 25 Cranberries, per qt......... |Q Pumpkin, per can Jfl Parsnips, Carrots, Beets, Sweet Potatoes, Cabbage, Celery. On account of the diplomatic negotiations still In progress toward a removal of all conditions that are likely to prove obstacles, Secretary Hay is not yet ready to make an official announcement. There Is decided inclination in official circles to remain silent on the question. Only the Indefinite statement Is made that distinct progress toward arbitration by The Hague was reported to the cabinet meeting by Secretary Hay. ■aeretary Ilny'a Attitude, Henry M. Wolf, attorney for Nelson Morris & Co., said: "The new concern is purely a private corporation. So far as the rumor is concerned that it is the nucleus of the so called beef trust I can say that there is not a word of truth in that report." 42 North Maht Street, fSTNeit to Eagle Hotel. The capital stock of the new company is the same as that of the Chicago firm ($3,000,000), consisting of 30,000 shares of the par value of $100 each. The nominal capitul, however, upon which the new. firm begins business Is $1,000, which under the charter may be increased from time to time to the full amount named. YOU GET THE BEST AT WILLIAMS and M'ANULTY Mr. Chamberlain elaborated his tlietuc with eloquence and was loudly cheered. He announced Incidentally the accep tance of the Boer offer to fight in So mallland. Ill the flnnl breaking down of objections and Impossible conditions made by Germafty, whose attitude was a cause of serious concern to Washington officials as late as Thursday night, it can be stated on the highest authority that Great Britain has used her good offices with those of tiie United States government. Dealers in High Grade CONDITION OF TRADE. A Blanket Charter. CARPETS, BUGS, AIIT SQUARES, Oil Cloths and Linoleums, Wall Paper, Paints and Oils. The charter itself is u "blanket" document, which ut1thori7.es the company to conduct a general mercantile ond manufacturing business. Very Cold In tlie South. vails In IluNlneaa Circles. Cn*tomnrD- After Holiday Qnlet Prt- Louisville. Ivy., Dec. 27.—The cold weather which lias prevailed throughout the south for two days continues. The lowest temperature reported is from Annlston, Ala., where the ther momcter registered 14 degrees above zero. Among the temperatures reported are: Louisville, 13 degrees; Mont gomcry, 25 degrees; Birmingham, ID degrees; Memphis, 20 degrees; Nash ville. 15 degrees; Columbus. Ga„ 20 degrees; Knoxvllle, 18 degrees; Atlanta, 18 degrees, and Chattanooga, 10.2 de grees. Two persons were frozen to death In Kentucky. New York, I)oc. 27.—R. G. Dun & Co.'s weekly review of trade says: Later—Responsibility for the wreck appears to rest with the operator at Watford, who, it is said, failed to give the conductor of the express train an order to meet the freight at Wanstead. For the last two days the diplomats of England have united their efforts with those of the United States, who were under the direction of the president in this purpose, and they have been an important factor In the final agreement with Germany. Trade and speculction experienced the customary holiday quiet except in Christmas goods, which sold freely, many pucking and shipping departments being still engaged on this class of work which could not be completed nt the specified time. Industrial undertakings are interrupted in many cases by the taking of Inventories, while other plauts are closed because fuel cannot be obtained. OrderB still come forward freely, and the new yew will open with more business 011 the books than ever before. Prices of commodities are firmly held by the steady domestic demand, and there is n good export movement of the leading staples.It covers everything that would be necessary to operate either a single enterprise or the most gigantic combination of puckers that could be organized. Call on ns for Boots, Shoes, Slippers, and anything in the Shoe line. We are sure to please you, and lit your feet. Don't forget the place. It wus suggested lu the event tliut the chnrter wus to be used for tlie purpose of consolidating the largo packing Interests of the country that tlie recent drop in the price of meat might have Imsteuud the efforts of the packers In this direction and would account for the issuance at this time of the New Jersey blanket charter.  ROBBERS MAKE BIG HAUL. The various stages that led up to the present situation can be briefly stated, and a mere glance at them will show that great credit Is due to President Roosevelt and the United States government for Its uttitude throughout the entire controversy. Bank in Union, Missouri, Robbed of Evans Bros. About $15,000. Union, Mo., Dec. 27.—The Bank of Union, was robbed early this morning by a band of expert robbers, who forced an entrance through the front door and then forced the vault and safe open with nltro-glycerine. The robbers secured about $15,000 and escaped.4(1 S. Main St. Pittston. The president first used the good offices of this government to suggest arbitration. The general principle of arbitration was obtained. Great Britain and Germany, once yielding on this point, made it a condition that President Roosevelt himself should be the arbitrator, a position which he refused to accept until nil other means to obtain arbitration should fall. Ashkabad, Russian Turkestan. Dec 27.—The oscillations of the earth at Andijan continue. The people there are using railroad cars to live In. They are not leaving the town on account of their business Interests. Committees have been appointed to prepare lists of the losses to life and property. In the Andijan district 15.000 houses have been destroyed. Until the shocks cease guards will be kept on the railroad between Andljnn and Fedohenks to watch for fissures along the line. RnnBlnn Earthquake! Contlnn*. ~ Prepared ™ under 6KKMAN LAWS, Is Excellent lor PAINS in chest; WATCH For WEDDINGS C|Aia.AI,# f For FUNERALS "IOW 01# i Quiet conditions In the iron and steel Industry, unaccompanied by any sign of weakness, testify to the healthy tone and suggest a bright outlook for the coming year. * Just what you want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you nt a reasonable price. (new phone) I-B-CARPENTER,exeter st. exeter boro THE WEATHER. Sides,Joints, Rheumatism, etc THIS Washington. Dec. 27.—Continued cold weather tonight and Sunday. DR. RICHTER'S World-Renowned "ANCHOR" PAIN EXPELLER. SPACE Crooked Notes. The PrenlClent*« ArKilmenta. After a long season of stagnation In the export division of the cotton goods market the demand for China suddenly became considerable notwithstanding the depression in silver and liberal stocks of aottons in Shanghai. In woolen goods tlliore is a good demand, overcoatings providing the chief feature, but clouk manufacturers have also bought freely, especially of light colored lines. Opening prices at 5 to 10 per cent above last year's figures are easily maintained. FOR Very few people's noses are set properly on their faces. Ninety-nine out Of every 100 turn to the right The president replied to this by urging The Hague tribunal as the only proper board of arbitration. He was advised by prominent members of his cabinet and statesmen In both branches of congress not to accept the position of arbitrator, and it can be said that he never had any Idea of doing so, except as a last resort. He insisted that the court of The Hague was the place where international disputes of this nature should be settled. One well-known firm's letterout of many «*W. J.G1LM0RE A CO. |OTC*TI»S S JOBBING DRUGGISTS.. - 429 s«os[ve»iH ave. Pittsbufjh.rcb/i".'l8S Gentlemen: J. J. MANGAN'S Xmas Values Every Home a Saloon. We recommend RICHTERScelebrated "ANCHOR PAIN EXPELLER.as we know IT IS AN ARTICLE OF 6REAT MERIT. JUDGING FROM THE LARGE SALE.THATWEIIAVE FOR IT. 25c. and BOc. at alFdrurglsu or through 1K. Ad. Blchtrr ft Co., SIS Pearl St., Neir York L 36 HIGHEST nut 1 until AWARDS. J 9L. Recommended by prominent Phy- Afin ticians, Wholesale and Retail JLpm Ministers, A murderer In Canada awaiting execution Insisted on a game of pingpong just preceding death and also for a view of the scaffold, both of which Wishes were gratified. A Marderfr'n Whim, Eleven public houses In a village which only contains thirteen dwellings Is a record which will be hard to beut. says Pearson's Weekly. Such n village is to be found In County Derry, Ireland, the only premises not licensed being the police barracks and a creamery.ANNOUNCEMENT It the MAGNET. 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 will find there is a great MONDAY. An Ancient Alliance. Small fluctuations have occurred In the leading agricultural products, with only a moderate volume of speculation, and many exchanges closed for a double holiday. Corn hag uot recovered from the "cent severe decline, although cash prices were uot depressed proportionately owing to the ready absorption of The car shortage held back mueff grain that would have come to market other.. The very earliest example of a national alliance Is contained In what is the oldest historical document yet known. Inscribed on a bowl found at Gunglr, In Chaldoea—the Shlnar of the Bible—and dating from about 7000 b. a The Hague tribunal, he snid, was established by the powers, and to refuse to accept it at the first important opportunity would simply amount to a declaration that The Hague tribunal was a failure. He has now apparently succeeded in this contention and won the most difficult ami importaut triumph of the eutire controversy. saving. The Creeks staked their faith on No. "3"—the oracles were consulted three times, the tripod was sacred to the gods, and so forth. Greek* and Three. • lot Children's Handkerchiefs, sold iverywhero for 4c, our Xmas price 1c 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 1c A ParoctoDi Ferret. Dr. Cotton Mather, who died In Huston In 17128, was the author of 3S2 works, some of them being of huge dimensions. The most bulky of his works contained seven large folio volumes. He died at the age of sixty-live. Cotton Mather'* Worlc*. 1 lot story books, stiff cloth bound, worth 25c, our Jimas price 10c Before It could be killed an escaped ferret destroyed eighteen chickens, eleven ducks, two pigeons and a valuable tame prize rabbit at Malton, Yorkshire, England. Assuming that The Hugue court hns been finally accepted by all the powers Involved, there remain two protocols to be negotiated before the arbitration can begin. Failures for the week* numbered 200 In the f'nlted States against 250 last year and 21 In Canada compared with 23 a year ago. I lot Pinp Pong Sets, sold every where for $1.00, our Xmas price..50c 1 lot Ladies' Eiderdown Dressing Sacques, all colors, worth $1.25, our First.—The presentation of conditions which must be accepted by all parties to the dispute before the arbitration comt con sit. For instance, Germany, it is understood, demands cosh payment of part of the obligation already claimed. It is also thought that tiermany is still insisting upon an apology. On the other hand, the Venezuelan government will undoubtedly demand that the blockade of its coast shall be raised pending settlement. These conditions Ore now the subject of negotiation. T. A. DURKIN. Xmas price Attar of ylang-ylang, which rivals the attar of roses as an exquisite perfume and sells at $40 to $50 or more a pound. Is the product of an Asiatic tree that reaches Its highest development In the Philippine Islands. Attar of YluiB-rla*s. Willow Am Army Officer Missing, 1 lot Children's White Chinchilla Fur Sets, 3 pieces, collar, muff and ?ap, worth $1.50, our Xmas price..75c Willow is the lightest of British woods. A cubic foot of It weighs but thirty pounds. A cubic foot of boxwood weighs fifty-seven pounds. Denver, Dec. 27.—Second Lieutenant fvilllam M. Ktstler. Company M, Eighteenth United States infantry, has been missing from Fort I.ogat] for nearly two weeks. The Denver police department has been asked to assist In a search for him. Lieutenant Kistler Is twenty-three years old. He enlisted as a private in the Sixth cavalry six years ago at Philadelphia. B. W. Flour, per sack  Potatoes, per bushel  Onions, per peck  Apples, per bushel  fancy No.! Mackerel, 1 1-S lbs., each Georges Codfl*li, per lb  Crematory Bloaters, per doi  Evaporated Apricots, per lb  Evaporated Peaches, lDor lb  1 lot Ladies' Fleeced Pique Shirt Waists, made in best style, worth $1.25, our Xmts price /5c 1 lot Boy's 3 piece Suits, worth $2.50, our Xmas price. .$1.50 Pineapples are so plentiful In Natal, Africa, that it is not considered worth while to carry them to market. Many of tliem are therefore given to the pigs, and from this food the pork acquires a delicious flavor. Flora and Pineapples, Coal In Japan, If a Man Boes to a Tailor for a suit of clothes it means that the man wants something better than the reacly made clothing. Clothes made here have a combination of style, tit and quality. Christmas Suits and Ovsrooats must lie ordered now. Cal in and let us show you our fine assortment of cloths. 1 lot Ladies' Black Mercerized Under Skirts, made with deep flounce and ruffle laid or flounce, worth $1.00, our Xmas price 50c The value of the coal mined In Japan Is almost equal to that of all other minerals combined. It varies from the hardest anthracite to peat, but the quality is usually Inferior to that of American coal. Modern machinery and methods have been Introduced In the operation of many mines. 10c 10c ■ 10c 15c Cape Cod Cranberries, per qt Fancy Smyrm Figs, per lb ... New Mixed Nuts, 2lbs......... Walnuts, ver peck ... Butternut?, per peck  Gilt Edge Cream ry and Dairy Butter Dairy Butter  Strictly Fresh Eggs  C_ ase & Sknborn's Best Blend Coffee. 15c a lb., 3 lbs %\ Oft Cha e & Sanborn's Teas, from 30c to 70c lb Second.—Before arbitration can begin it must also be settled precisely what slmll be arbitrated and how far back the clnims of the powers shall go. If you feel 111 and need a pill, Why not purchase the best? DeWitt's Early Risers Aro little surprisers, Take one—they do the rest 1 lot Ladies' Kid Gloves, black and colored, they are the 75c kind, our The Cliinciic ChruK. Xnias prior The Chinese have a singular Instrument called Cheng, or mouth organ. It Is a circular bundle of small reeds of different lengths pierced with finger holes at proper distances and communicating with a common air chamber beneath. The notes arc produced by Stopping the holes .with the Angers. In regard to conditions precedent ,to arbitration article 7 • of The Hague agreement provides thnt a mere submission to arbitration does not have the effect of stopping hostilities when once acts of war nave been committed. Thl« fflust be done by special agree- 1 lot Children's Eiderdown coats, angora trimmed, wortfi 75c, our Xmas W. H. Howell, of Houston, Texas, writes; "I have used Little Early Riser Pills in my family for constipation, sick headache, etc. To their use I am Indebted for the health of my family." Farrer, Peck & Roberts. The youngest monarch who ever ascended the British throne was Henry VI. He was eight months and twentyfive days old at his accession. A Babjr Monarch, The MAGNET price Buss, The City Tailor. Main Street. Opposite Water Street. Special Inducements to Cash Purchasers 37 S. Main St., Pittston.