Pittston Gazette

              Piwp « X. rQ,1 VI,1 A W i WEEKLY ESTABLISHED I860 Ootl I l\iA It. ■( DAILY EST. by TBEO. HABT 1888. PITTSTON, PA., TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 1902. -• TWO CENT8 A ('()°Y. I i* 1D A FORTY CENTS A MONTH f l) -* iVUJ!iO. TRAIN ROBBERS WERE FOILED GERMANY CONCILIATORY. MOROCCO'S REBELLION getting soldiers In readiness to be sent to Morocco, if necessary. Two regiments of artillery, ' equipped with quick-firing guns, have received orders to be in readiness, while recruits who were to join the ordinary army next May will be called upon to do so immediately.COMPLEXITY OF CAUSES. ADVANTAGES Won't Pat Anything In the W*y of Arbitration, Berlin, Dec. 30.—Germany Is In such a relenting mood regarding the Venezuelan alTi|lr tliat she will not allow any conditions preoedent to Interfere with the arbitration programme. Of purchasing your Holiday gifts Lore. 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 satisactory. Articles purchased now will lie reserved for future delivery. What We Have Attempted to Hold Up a It Creates Some Uneasiness in Washington. Shown by Inquiry Into Wan- Left of "Assuming that President Castro declines to accept the reservations, will arbitration fall throughV" was asked Of a foreign office official. Rome, Dec. 30.—The situation in Morocco has become so acute that the Italian government fears the armed protection of Italian subjects may become necessary. Two Italian cruisers have been ordered to be in readiness for immediate departure, while a whole squadron, with 25,000 soldiers, will be held in reserve for any possible contingency.stead Wreck. Train. OUR MISSIONARIES IN FEZ. "A settlement will be reached by arbitration In any event," was the offi clul's reply. FATAL MISTAKE OF A WORD HOUDAY PLUCKY RAILWAY MEN. Foreign Secretary von Rielithofen is awaiting the receipt of President Castro's answer to the proposal to submit the Venezuelan dispute to the arbitration of The Hague tribunal, with certain reservations, before corresponding with Great Britain over the personnel of the tribunal or the date for raising the blockade. How Many Not Known—Foreign Inter- Operator at Watford Didn't Hear the vention May Result in International Tangier, Dec. 30.—The Sultan of Morocco has summoned all the local notables and urged them not to abandon hope, stating that his army will gain a victory over the Pretender's forces in the end. GOODS They Fought the Desperadoes and Entanglements Like That in China Telegraphic Dots for "May," Which Wounded Conductor Shot a Robber Following Boxer Revolt. Changed the Sense of Dispatcher's Dead, Whereupon. His Companions Message. Washington. Dec. 30. — Dispatches from Consul General Gummcre at '1 angler continuing the reported ijeteat of the forces of the sultan of Morocco and the consequent danger threatening the Christians in the interior of that country ha8 created a certain amount of apprehension at the state department. Consul General Gummcre reports that there are several American missionaries at Fez and Mequlnez, in the Interior, whose lives will be In danger If the city of Fez Is taken. Apart from the danger to American citizens the trans-' iter of trouble from the American Mediterranean to the European will excite only a sense of relief at the state department, where the strain of the last few weeks is beginning to tell. Turned and Fled. The Xeueste Naehrichten says It hopes the statement that Minister Boweu will represent Venezuela's case Is not true, "since the Culled States' action would thus appear In a bad light after refusing arbitration and keeping the biggest hand 111 the game In an Irresponsible way." Wyoming, Out., Doc. HO.—When tliej principal witnesses in the inquest to place the responsibility of the awful wreck on the Grand Trunk at Wunstead had given their testimony, a Chain of mishaps was unfolded, the absence of any one of which would have tended to prevent the awful scene of death. The principal witness was J. G. Kerr, the London dispatcher, who up to this time hud been silent. lie said: H.G.SHUPP Now on Sale Louisville, Ky., Dec. 30.—Early this morning, a gang of train robbers, three in number, attempted to hold up the Louisville and Nashville express trjin from the north, due here at 2.30 this morning. After a tight on the train, during which many shots were tired. Conductor Keen, though badly wounded, shot and killed one of the robbers, whereupon the others fled. The attempted robbery occurred shortly after the train left Lebanon Junction, about 30 miles south of Louisville. The dead robber was brought to this city. The body has not been identified. St. Paul, Minn., Di e. 30.—Walter J. llill, youngest son of James .1. llill. who was recently relieved of liis duties in the department under Mr. l'arrlngtou, vice president of the cireat Northern railroad, because of Ills failure to observe ottice hours and to put aside social pleasures, has been reinstated. It Is not understood, however, that any of James J. Hill's rules regarding the discipline of the employees are to be waived in the ease of the president's son, who Is to report at the Great Northern building as early as other employees and remain there the same number of hours. Wnltfr 11111 HclltNtatril MEWELER, 36 W. MARKET STREET. AT COST. The Loknl Anzelger's Caracas correspondent asked 1'ivsident Castro if he was ready to apologize to the powers, to which the president replied, "(!eneral Castro has nothing to apologize for." A High Class Bargain List "No. 5 arrived ut London one hour Into. I ordered him to Watford for furtlier orders. I knew the freight was coining. To Carson at Watford 1 wired to have No. 5 wait at Wanstead, hut added: 'Wait a minute; may bust.' This was in ttie telegraphic code. I then started to send a regular order to Carson at Watford to have No. 5 watch for the freight at Wanstead siding and to have him sign and get Conductor McAullffe's signature. He told me No. 5 had gone. 1 then wired Wyoming to stop the freight, hut he also replied that it had gone. 1 then tried Kings Court, and Carson tried him, hut could not get him at first. When I did; he said No. 5 had Just gone by. I then told the chief dispatcher that I was afraid No. 5 would meet with trouble. Then came the news of the wreck at Wanstead and a request from Assistant Superintendent Costello to send an auxiliary. I said, 'May bust,' but did not and continued with u lingular order to have Nu 5 watch for the freight train at Wan stead." PEOPLE S STORE Left Her Fortune to JnnltrcNH, New York, Dec. HO.—Eight C1uys before she died Alletliina I.llly, tin nged spinster, called u tenant in tlie tenement house she owned at lo:t:i I'nelllc street, Brooklyn, into lier rooniH und miule a will bequeathing to tlie tenant her whole fprtune "in return for her kindness," the Instrument reads. The estate, valued at $111,000, Is to go to Mrs. Bridget I.uby, who lives on the second lloor of the house. Mrs. Luby, through her lawyer, James \V. ltedrnond of the Temple Bar building, in Court street, Brooklyn, has tiled with Surrogate Church a petition for the probate of the will. "Mrs. I.uby Is a poor woman, and the fortune she received is quite a large one for her," said her attorney. New Currants 15 South Main St., Pittston. CURZON OPEN8 ART EXHIBITION Of the number and identity of the American missionaries at Fez no record can be had here, it is known that a Kansas City society maintains several missionaries at Fez, and it is conjectured that they are the persons mentioned In the dispatches. By far tlie greater number of foreign residents of Morocco—in fact, 0,000 of the 10.000 foreigners—live In the semlciviii/.ed city of Tangier, within reach of tlie protection of the guns of warships. American consular agencies are also maintained at Casa Blaucu and Mogador, both seaport cities. New Raisins New Apricots Finest Collection of Priceless Loans Washington, Dec. 30.—Two-changes in important offices have been announced in n semiofficial way. Neither has the remotest connection with the other. One is the promotion of Kobert B. Armstrong, private secretary to the secretary of the treasury, to be assistant secretary of the treasury in place of General Spauldlng. The other is the retirement of Binger Hermann, commissioner of the general land office, who will be succeeded by W. A. Hlchards, now assistant commissioner* Both vacancies are filled by promotions. Important CIiuiuicm In Olllces*. New Honeycomb 12yac ..25c Ever Combined in the East. New Prunes, 3 lb. for Delhi, India, Dec. 30.—Viceroy Curzon opened the Indian fine arts exhibition this morning. The exhibition, which was organized by Dr. Watt, consists of the finest collection of priceless loans ever combined In the East. The Duke and Duchess of Connq.ught, representing King Edward, and a brilliant assembly of native princes, together with a great mass of the populace, were present. Lord Curzon addressed the assembly. The ruling chiefs, attired in gorgeous costumes, were grouped arounC\ the hall on raised daises. After the formal opening, Curzon passed around the hall, greeting the princes. New Maple Syrup, quart New Maple Syrup, % gal. Evans Bros. Tomatoes, per can Sweet Potatoes, per peck Nice crisp Celery, per bunch ~^PRICES"w* Hand-picked Apples, per bushel Sweet Cider, per gallon Best Patent Flour, per bbl. $4,25 $1.36 65 90 45 50 So far as American commerce is concerned no serious results will follow an Insurrection in Morocco. While certain American goods are Imported, they are all sent to England and transshipped, as there is no direct line from this country to Morocco. The aggregate value, however. Is small—smaller. In fact, than the Imports from Morocco into Jliis country, which amounted to about ¥500,000 in 1809, the last year for which a statement was Issued. Feed, per 100  Potatoes, per bu  Onions, " "  Rutas  Apples  Best Dairy Butter, per lb.. Miinonicnl Will Face C'ltfarfte. BRENNAN & ROBERTS, Noted Topi*)- Dead. Chicago, Doc. "0.—l'ietro Mnscagni, the Italian composer, through Julius (ioldzier, his attorney, lias denied that the embezzlement suit brought against ldm by Manager Heard would be settled before the trial. The composer is still confined to his nparttnents«in the Auditorium annex, though able to leave his bed. Mr. Goldzier said ad ion would be taken against the persons wlio instigated the embezzlement case against Mascagni. New York, Dec. 30.—Imogene Tracy, famous as an actress twenty-five years ago. has died a martyr to tlie welfare of the dozen valuable cats she cherished so much that no other hand was allowed to care for them. They are her only estate, and, according to the terms of lier will, they will be peacefully put to death and laid in the cotfin with their mistress. She fell downstairs while going to feed her pets and was fatally Injured. Imogene Tracy was one of the best known of the soubrettes of a generation ago. After Marie Bates had created the role of Topsy In "L'licle Tom's Cabin" she took up the part and played It for many years. 42 North Main Street, Operator Caraun'i Testimony. William Carson, Watford operator, said: to Eagle Hotel. REAL TRAGEDY ON STAGE. Heavy Man of a Theatrical Co. Killed "I received a message to have No. 5 wntch for the freight at Wanstead, and Kerr said, 'Wait a minute' and then 'Bust,' which meant to destroy the order. In the meantime No. 5 came In, and Conductor McAullfTe asked for orders. as I had displayed my stop signal, the semaphore. He said. 'What orders have you?' I replied. 'I had orders, hut they have been busted.' 'He then asked for a clearance, which I gave him. He added, 'The boss is on.' meaning Assistant Superintendent Costello. I gave him clearance orders. Then Kerr called for a signature to his order, but I said it had been busted. lie said No. 1 told him No. had gone. I heard him call ng Kings Court to stop I opened a commercial wire and tried to get Kings Court, but couldn't. 1 heard Kings Court say later that No. 5 had [kissed." YOU GET THE BEST AT Pure Lard, per lb fa Cleaned Currants, 4 for 25 Seeded Raisins, 8D 10. 12 1-2 to Citron, 2 lbs. for  by the Leading Man. Marion, Ind., Dec. 30.—William Fogelson, leading man of the Fogelson- Crawford Claim Co., shot and killed Oliver Miller, heavy man of the company, during a rehearsal last night. Fogelson declared that he did not know the revolver was loaded, and says his nine-year-old brother must have placed a cartridge in the revolver while he himself was at supper. The entire company has been held, awaiting an Investigation. Foreign Intervention .Likely. WILLIAMS and M'ANULTY What is particularly Interesting both to the state department and to the representatives of the groat powers ill tills city Is the action likely to lie taken in case a number of citizens of these countries are shut up in Fez. Both France und England have extensive commercial interests in Morocco, and German trade is rapidly increasing. As a result tlicy have a number of citizens whose lives will be Imperiled if the rebels wage a "holy war" which has for Its object the destruction of all Christians. 25 Little Kalis, N. 1'.. Dec. 311.—The Little Falls and Dotgcville Railroad company has held a meeting at Dolgeville and reorganized. The new officers are: turnout Clark of New York, president; Titus Slieard of Little Falls, vice president; E. It. Wankle of New York, secretary and treasurer, and Charles Sullivan of Dolgeville. general manager and 'ant treasurer. l.ittle Fall* ltallrond Keorfgnntzed Lomou Peel, 2 lbs. for Dealers in High Grade Orange " " " 25 Cranberries, per (jt. |0 Pumpkin, per can.. |Q Parsnips, Carrots, Beets, Sweet CARPETS, PUGS, APT SQUARES, Oil Cloths and Linoleums, Wall Scrlom Fire In Luulifvllle, KD Valuable Discovery by an Oculist. I.oul.svilli-, Ity., Dec. 30.—Fire that started at 11:50 o'clock in the wholesale whisky house of Bonnie Bros., at lli'J West Main street, in the heart of the wholesale whisky district of Louisville, caused a loss of Jluu.000 and threatened for a time to destroy the general offices of the Louisville and Nashville ralroad and other valuable property. The flames, however, were brought under control after a hard light, and the principal damage was contined to the buildings In which the tire started, the first three floors of which were occupied by the Bonnie Bros., and the top floor by the auditor's office of the Louisville and Nashville railroad. Paper, Paints and Oils. Potatoes, Cabbage, Celory. Call 011 ns for Boots, Shoes, Slippers, and anything in the Shoo line. AYe are sure to please you, and tit your feet. Don't forget the place. Paris, Dec. 30.—Dr. George Bull, an American oculist practicing in Paris, has discovered that by performing a light and painless operation, astigmatism can be cured without glasses. He says: "The discovery can be applied to a certain class of cases of astigmatism and seems to promise brilliant results." The possibility of a repetition of the expedition to Peking, with Fez as the goal, has been suggested here. France, from Algeria, and Great Britain, from Gibraltar, are in a position to hurry troops iiitq Morocco, and Spain already has garrisons at Ceuta and Melilla. The real difficulty here, as in China, according to the views expressed by those familiar with the situation, lies in the general distrust which exists as to the intentions of the various powers. British Vessel* Oil For Moroeco. Yaietta, Malta, Doc. 30.—His niajes ty's stoauii'l' Bacchante, the flagship of Admiral Walker, together with the British battleships Canopus and Victorious anil the cruiser Diana, have left here for Gibraltar, It Is believed In connection with the Moroccan situation. The battleship Implacable will follow the other warships shortly. Conductor (baham of the special castbound freight said: "1 received my order at Wyoming to take the siding at Wanstead. The engine took on water. My rear brakemnn signaled to stop, and I signaled all right. I thought li" meant Wanstead. The semaphore was not displayed, and there was 110 stop signal. I proceeded to Wanstead. but owing to the snow the engineer did not see the switch and ran several car lengths by. It was necessary to back up. The train was at a standstill on the main track when No. 5 loomed up. She was but a few feet from us. As I jumped and touched the ground the crash catne. The engineer also Jumped. No. .1 could not have stopped at the rate she was going even if she had or- Evans Bros. Two Students Drowned. 46 S. Main St. Pittston. Richmond, Va., Dec. 30.—While skating at Bowling Green, Leonard M. and James Y. Cowherd, of Grafton, W. Va., were drowned. They were students at Bowling Green Academy. The Situation Kxplntned. Illlr.miirCl In Northern New York Sandy Hill. X. V., Dec. 30.—A blizzard has struck this section. A heavy fall of snow was accompanied by strong wind. The trolley and steam roads are badly crippled. More than two feet of snow is on the ground. Tile following explanation of the situation In Morocco is given by a person well versed in the question: The territory of Morocco, the last strip of unappropriated territory in Africa, is coveted by Spain, who regards the African shores across this narrow strait as her rightful heritage: by France, whose colonies surround Morocco and whose railroads already reach the-frontiers. England desires Tangier, to complete her hold on the entrance to the Mediterranean, partially established at Gibraltar. Germany also, since she holds third place In the trade of Morocco, lias interests at stake. WATCH For WEDDINGS ClAuiore f For FUNERALS riOWBrS I FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Diphtheria on a Training Ship. New York Stock Markets furnished by Haight & Freese, stock brokers, Miners' Bank Building. THIS Just what you want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phpne) I-B-CARPENTER,exeterst. EWJEVboro Washington. Dec. 30.—The training ship Buffalo put into Pensacola. Fla.. today. Two of the crew have died of diphtheria and several others are ill of the disease. The ship has just come from Kingston. Jamaica. New York, Dcc. 30, 1902. Open. Clos. 129% 1287s 82% 83 99% 100 Vi Admiral Wiliir* Cuininic Home SPACE Manila. Dee. 30.—The I'liitcd states steamer Rainbow. carrying Rear Admiral Frank Wildes, who lias been ordered homo, lias sailed. Silo was saluted by the Kentucky, aud Admiral lCvuns signaled farewell. iugar ....  Atchison  Atchison, pref  Copper  Car & Foundry .... Brooklyn Traction . B. & O  "lies. & Ohio  ?hic. & Gt. Western - C„ M. & St. P  Thirty Persons Injured. q .jj ] £ p Marlon, Ind., Dec. 30.—A loaded j. & ] ' street car Jumped the track fand plunged down an embankment. Erie. pref. passengers were injured, and two , ouig &  'hem may die. D Manhattan E P*Iot. Traction 'ifco FOP Fatal Railway Accident. dcrs to stop." J. J. SIANGAN'S AFTER XMAS SALE Qutncy, Ind., Dec. 30.—A freight train ran into an open switch here today. Several men were probably killed and a number of cars of stock were wreckcd. . 61% 61 Vi 62% 62% Rear Rrakemnn llarknoss of the freight next testified. He said: Brakemnn'a Evidence. 66% 67% 99% 48% Mother and Five C hlldreu Burned ••I was on top of the caboose and saw a man signaling stop from the depot and thought it was my conductor. I signaled ahead to stop, and the freight brakeman and conductor answered me 1 could not think who it was signaled from the depot when the conductor sig lulled from the train all right. I did not hear anybody yell stop to ine at Wyoming, as my cap was down, and it was snowing hard. Yes, I saw the stop figuais from the Wyoming depot. I iva*jDn the rear when the crash came." Conductor Jerry MeAullffe of the passenger train in his testimony said: "I was late in coming into London one hour and sixteen minutes. I received an order to proceed to Watford. I asked for the oriler at Watford, but there was none. I asked for a clearance, and Carsou gave It to inc. I told the operator that the boss was on.' meaning that Costello. assistant superintendent, was on the train. I received my clearance and started. I was in the Pullman when the crash came and knew at once that a collision had occurred. There l« my clearance-order." ANNOUNCEMENT .AT '-I 46% London. Deo. 30.—As a result of a tire in a small house In Stepney a Mrs. Sohiesslngcr and her live young children were all burned to death In spite of the gallant attempts of the firemen to rescue them. THE MAGNET 25% 176% 47% 80% 26% 17S% 491 s 80% All these conflicting claims combine to make a most difficult situation, one which has permitted the Moroccans lo assume nil arrogant attitude. Some weeks ago the rumor was circulated that France ami England had made an agreement by which the former waived her claims in Egypt and the New Hebrides, and in return Ureat ltritain ,icqulesecd in the French seizure of all Morocco except the coast fronting Spain from Mclillu to the Atlantic. 'I bis was, according to the rumor, which came from I'aris, to go to Spain. We Lave marked a large lot of various useful merchandise at half price to clean up before stock taking. None of it shop worn, all nice and new, but it is easier to sell at half price than count stock. 33% 3b % 68% Mnlmlft Terry, Aped IOO. Ilpnd 126 106% .139 .106% 127 140 1401s 108% Hartford. Conn.. Dec. 30.—Miss Maliala Terry of Terry l'lains. in the town of Simsbury. is dead. She was 100 years of age July 4,of this year. That event was celebrated by members of Abigail Phelps chapter. Daughters of the Revolution, with which Miss Terry wiM connect mI as an original Daughter of the Revolution. Berlin, Dec. 30.—King George of Saxony la suffering from extreme weakness of heart, which has been alarmingly aggravated by the excitement attending the elopement of the Crown Princess. King George Seriously ill (Id. Pacific Col. Southern AlO.  1 lot Ladies' Eiderdown Dressing Saeques, all colors, worth $1.25. Our Mexican Central Aco  24% 44 19% 25% 44% 20% price Hep.  Norfolk & Western N Y., O. & W. ... N. Y. Central  Pennsylvania  Heading  Heading, pref  Southern Ry  Southern Ry.. pref. Southern Pacific . . 1 lot Ladies' Flannette Wrappers, regular price $1.50. Now (or 98c 71 "a .30% 151 % 72D2 31% Madrid, Dee. 30.—King Alfonso has discussed th" Moroccan crisis with !cncrul Weyler. minister of war. and the Duke of Vehigua. minister of marine. In addition io the cruiser Infanta Isabel, which lias already gone to Tangier, other vessel* are to be held in readiness at Malaga and Algeelras to take re-enforcemeiits to Ceiita and Melilla. The government has asked its ambassadors at Paris and. London to ascertain the views of tl\e French and IVi-itis 11 governments concerning the Moroccttn situation. It appears to be feared ill political circles here that some foreign IKiwer will ilit' vene in Morocco. The latest news to 'acli Madrid confirms the previous r , its that I"ez has becU invested by the lebels. Spain's PreiiuratlouH. THE WEATHER, 152V miiiliLLi Kla'TCM 1 lot Ladies' Fleeced Piquet Shirt Waist, the $1.25 kind. Now 50c 1 lot Table Oilcloth, best make, attractive colors, only 16'/2c Washington. Dec. 30.—Fair tonight and Wednesday. 154% 155% T. A. DURKIN. 78 33% 92:lj PAIN EXPELLER. UIGHLY PRAISED BY ALL. WHO HAVE USED n' ' Que well-known person'sletter out of many. Hemp Carpet, bright '.terns, worth 22c a yard, here for 14c New York. Pec. 30.—In full view of the pasBluR crowds a huge plate class show window In the pawnshop of It. Simpson & Co., 14 \\ est 1* orty-seeoud street, was smashed with a Helgian paving block, and $10,CXH) worth of diamonds were stolen. After a most exciting chase, which was entered Into by hundreds of men and boys, the robber, Who drew n pistol and fought desperately for his liberty, was captured at Eighth avenue and Fortieth street. He is nineteen years old and calls himself William Madison of Boston. Only three of the gems were recovered after the capture of the robber. It is believed by the police that several men were In the Job and that the man who broke the window passed the jewels to coufedexutcB. Hold 1)1 nmonil Holiliepy 92% 63 C A (14 59 39 3, IA/ER SCHOENFELIfc B. W. Flour, per sack Potatoes, per bushel. Onions, per jieck  Men's heavy fleece lined Underwear, the regular 50c kind, a garment ..35c T.'tlll. C, & I Texas Pacific /What LABOR LEADER writes: NewMjrk March 3rJ 1399 You r"ANCHOR"PAIN EXPELLER C CJ isREALLYABOONTOTHEUBOR- P * ~) INSCLASS. The fact that it is Wr* f recommended for itsefficaw js IN CASES OF RHEUMATISM,60UT,**DwT NEURALGlA,COLt)S,LUMBAGO,PAINS Itl CHEST, JOINTS 8r SIDE,BACKACHE,INFIJUENZA find kindred complaint* by thoTESTIMONIALS I have seen, OF EMINENT PHYSICIANS.of many DISTINGUISHED PERSONAGES,of PROMINENT MINISTERS, and of LEADING Wholesale 0RUG6ISTS. SPEAKS FOR ITSELF. It cannot be too highl^recorr,mended ■ f 2 -*? r INTOW st: Apples, per bushel Fancy No. 1 Mackerel, 1 1-3lbs., each Georges Codfl'h, per 11)  Crematory Bloaters, per dol  Evaporated Apricots, per lb  Evaporated Peachos, per lb  Cape Cod Cranberries, per qt  Fancy Smyrui Figs, per lb..*  New Mixed Nuts, - lbs  Walnuts, i or peck  Butternut*, per peck  Gilt Ed«e Cream -ry and Dairy Butter Dairy Butter  strictly Fresh Eggs  (_ ase ,fc Sanborn's Best Blend Coffee. 35c a lb.*3 lbs ...fl («D "hu e & S»ni»ro'B Teas, from 30c to Tbc lb ,50f! ASr. .IOC ,25c U. S. Leather lr. S. Rubber lT. S. Steol . 39's ll7k 107s 34"fi S4M. Men's heavy ribbed fleece lined Underwear, the 48e kind, reduced to 25o WnnMcnd Victim* IlecovcrlnB, London, Out., I)ic. 30.—It is reported by the house surgeon at Victoria hospital that the condition of the injured ill the Waiistead wreck is gratifying., All of them Improved during the day. with the exception of Alex. M. Stewart of Chicago, who Is very low. The seriously injured—Francis Baker of London, John Bird of Chicago, James Barnes of Woodstock and Flossie Cutliliertson of I'ort Huron—have improved woud' i'fully, and all are expect- Men's Suspenders, regular price 15c, This lot yours for 8c U. S. Steol. pref Western I'nion 35% 85 ,10c 10c ,10c 1.rK' Gloves, ....10c 88% 43 U Men's heavy worth 23c fleece lined now for  Wabash, pref, Wabash, com I'nlon Pacific 1 lot Boy Shirts, the s' black and white striped 25c kind, now 19c £.3 72 100V4 93 Hanmic handles, best quality, spe- Union Pacific, pref Alton Kt. .. 33'4 Madrid, dec. 30.—News received from Morocco this morning was to the effect that the insurgents, who, it was reported, had entirely routed the imperial troops near Fez, several day ago, were gradually closing in upon the city. The Spanish government continues Its energetic measures toward cial pricc C inch Flat Files, very special..5c Kt., pref 5G% 57 TO CURE A TOLD IN ONE DAT Take Laxative Uromo-Quinine Tablets. Thll on every box, 26c. A BEWARE OF IMITATIONS! . Only Sic.fcMo. nt. nil gl»& or through  iTglfcii *-t-i ~rr The MAGNET ed to recover Special Inducements. ° to Cash Purchasers 37 8. Main St., Pittaton, Dr. Welsh, dentist, 25 N. Maijn St