Pittston Gazette

              fftvj fjHMiroJaKfe (gaffett \ THE HOME PAPER. • - -&1 WEATHER INDICATIONS. Forecast Until 8 p. m. Tomorrow, for For the People of. Plttston Vicinity. Ffclr: rising temperature; west winds, Eastern Pennsylvania. . ALL THE HOME NEWS. 54th YEAR. t WEEKLY ESTABLISHED WW ) DAILY KSr by TBE D HART '*8t P1TTSTON, PA., WEDNESDAY, DECEHBER 30, 1903. 1WO CENTS A COPY. I ft LD A FORTY Ct-NTa A MONTH, f O PAljiiCT FINE CLUB HOUSE WAS DESTROYED PROMINENT 8CRANTONIAN DEAD. JAPAN ON A WAR FOOTING QUARTERLY CONFERENCE. HARRY MUCKLOW KILLED. We wish you a Happy New Ye; Business Transacted by the -Officials Thomas Melvtn, Proprietor of the St. Charles Hotel, Passes Away. of the Broad St. M. E. Church. Former Resident of Dupont Struck by Train in West Virginia. Thomas C. Melvtn, aged 49 years, proprietor of St. Charles Hotel, one of Scranton's leading hostelrles, died this morning at 1.15, after an illness of several months of liver trouble. Mr. Melvin was born In Phoenixville, Pa., and came to Scranton when a boy. He worked in the rolling mill and in 18S2 entered the hotel business and achieved considerable prominence in Democratic politics, representing the Eighth ward in the Select Council at the time ot his death. He leaves his wife and one child. The fourth quarterly conference of the Broad St. M. E. church was held last evening. The reports showed the church to be in good condition, considering the fact that It Is temporarily without a church building in which to meet. A resolution was adopted requesting the return, of the pastor, Rev. C. M. Surdam, for the ensuing year. The following resolution, which was adopted, explains Itself: A sudden and terrible fate overtook H&rry Mucklow a few days since near his home at Mucklow, W. Va. The young fellow, who was about 16 years of age, was struck and almost instantly killed by an express train. Until about three years ago, the parentB, Mr. and Mrs, Richard Mucklow, with their family, resided at Dupont. Of late, in company with several brothers and relatives from this locality, Mr. Mucklow has been interested in a coal mining proposition in West Virginia, about 24 miles from Charleston. A postoffice has been established at the place and the", town officially given the name of Mucklow. Particulars In regard to the young man's untimely end have not yet been received. The New Disastrous Fire in Troy This Unlimited Loans Authorized most exquisite taste is gratified with a Year's Morning. by the Government. SPECIAL COUNCIL CREATED glass of THREE LIVES WERE LOST. 'leavy Appropriation to Complete Railroad In Korea—Public Impatience la Somewhat Quieted by Promulgation of These Ordinanoes. "That this quarterly conference, in virtue of the forthcoming removal of Brother GriBin, the presiding elder, express in the minutes their sincere regret of his removal and an expression of our good will and cordial well wishes to him In his work in other fields, and that- we assure him of our sympathy and regard in the future while absent from us." Stegmaier's Beer M The Victims Were Prominent Members Cost Price. of the Club Who Had Apartments REPUBLICAN CALL, being a pure product of Malt and Hops, arid brewed under the In the Burned Building—Others Yokohama, Dec. 80.—Thegovernment is completing the final preliminaries for placing the country on a war footing. Imperial ordinances issued authorize the government to make an unlimited issue of treasury bonds to provide war funds, creating a special council of war and fixing the imperial headquarters. Had Narrow Escapes. The Republican primaries, for tho selection of delegates to the city convention, will be held on Saturday, Jan. 2; from 6 to 7 p. m„ at the usual polling piaces. Troy, N. Y„ Dec. 30.—The Troy Club was destroyed by fire at 1.40 this morning and three prominent men who occupied apartments in the building lost their lives. They were William Shaw, of the law firm of Shaw, Bailey & Murphy; Moses T. .Clough, aged 90. nestor of the Rensselaer county bar. and Benjamin W. Kimmey. or Boston, Mass., where he was manager of the branch offlto of the Fuller & Warren Co., of Troy. Edward Carpenter, of New York, was overcome by smoke and removed to a hospital in a serious condition. The following stewards were appointed: Samuel Gardner, C. R. Oliver, J.' H. Keast, A. W. Mathews, S. L. Apt, J. A. Lewis, Charles Waters, James Ryan and A. C. Myers; recording steward, C. R. Oliver; district steward. Samuel Gardner, The trustees are C. B. Smith, J. B. MacDonald, James E. MacDonald, Samuel Gardner, William Winters, M. R. Keeler, Frank Bonstein, Dr. W. H. Moon and A. E. Case. I.ace Curtains at Williams & Co.'s. most approved methods. It is unexcelled Tile city convention will be held on Monday, Jan. 4, at 8 p. m., to nominate candidates for the following offices: Mayor, city treasurer, city controller, three city assessors. Fine line of violins, guitars, accordeons, etc. Freed's, 75 N. Main. , Everything in tbe line of holiday goods cut right down to prioes that should make them sell lively. We have no spare space in which to pack these goods and must dispose of them. It's a chance for big bargain for you. In the event of war, if a special issue of war bonds Is made, it is understood that the bonds can be floated in England, whence, it is said, assurances have come that the money would lie forthcoming. THE MOST STYLISH HATS AND BONHETS as a tonic and pos- sesses high nutrieious Ward caucuses to nominate candidates lor common council in the odd numbered wards and for ward offices In all wards will be held Saturday evening, Jan. 2, at 7.30. The ministers and executive chiefs discussed the situation for three hours yesterday, but nothing regarding their deliberations was made public. Are to be found here. We're millinery leaders. We invent We get our reputation for origiginality and taste in that way. Our hats aud Bonnets are handsomer than you think and cost less than you think. qualities. Try a case. Always on hand at our cold storage depot G. E. Carpenter, Chairman. M. E. Bcynon, Secretary. The following church committees were named: Missions, J. A. Lewis, C R. Oliver, J. B. MacDonald; Sunday school, M. R. Keeler, Mrs. M. R. Heeler, A. C. Myers, Mrs. B, F. Cooper, W. M. Winters, Maggie Shellenberger, Mary Speece, Edith Davis, Olive Smith; education. Freedman's Aid and Southern education, W. H. Moon, A. E. Case, J. B 'MacDonald; church records, C. B. Smith, J. B. MacDonald; parsonage and furniture, W. M. Winters, M. R. Keeler, Frank Bonsteln; church music S. Gardner, James E. MacDonald, J. H. Keast; temperance, tracts and church extension, A. C. Myers, J, A. Lewis, C. R. Oliver; estimating pastor's salary, W. H. Moon, A. E. Case, C. B. Smith. People's Store, Previous ordinances passed by the cabinet council authorizing a guarantee of the prlucipol and interest of au is- Bue of 10,000.(100 yen ($4,890,000)- debentures for the purpose of expediting work on the Seoul-Fusan railway and which also provide for all possible military expenses for the protection of the railway and other interests also authorize the government to utilize 50,- 000,000 yen ($24,430,000), the proceeds of the Chinese war indemnity, which hitherto lias been devoted to educational and other purposes, as a war fund. The origin of the fire is unknown. The flames and smoke were first discovered on the third floor of the building adjoining tho Troy Club and occupied as a boarding and rooming house by the employes of the club. The flames spread along the walls of the Troy Club and were already breaking Into the club house when discovered. Panic reigned among the occupants. Several of them rushed to the windows and threatened to jump, in their excitement. The firemen cried to the terrorized inmates to remain in their positions. A ladder was hurriedly raised from the rear, but it was of no use. The rear portion of the building was a mass of fire and smoke. A ladder was almost simultaneously raisod on the Congress street side, and one after another the occupants were carried down safely by the firemen. Some were already overcome. The Club was a magnificent building and cost $125,000. 25 per cent, reduction on all goods at Yaseen's Jewelry Store, 63 N. Main. Stegmaier Brewing Co THE ELITE MILLINERY, 15 South Main St., Pitta ton. Free! Freel Free! WILKESBARRE, PA. Every purchaser at Schwartzkopf's wholesale liquor house on Thursday, Dec. 31, will receive a substantial New Year's gift; also a handsome cal endar. 12 S. Main St, Plttston. 28t4 MRS. WM. WELCH. Prop. 83 south Main Nc r »arkct St ALWAYS the CHEAPEST BURRE'S High Grade Chocolates and Bon Bona at Reduced Prices. Old The kind that usually sells at 40c and 30c is offered from now until Jan. 1st at 20c lb., including the following favorite flavors: Chocolate walnuts, almonds, pineapple, sour orange, lemon, Ice cream drops, carmel, dates, peppermints, wintergreens, flgs, chips, peanut clusters, banana, marshmellow, strawberry, raspberry, also jelly cut bon bons, cream apricots, June peas bon bons, orange and lemon slices. 18 South St Big Reduction in Prices Today and during the week we will sell Ladies', Misses'; and Children's ready to wear garments at greatly reduced prices. In addition authorization is given to Issue treasury notes, repayable In five years, and to raise loans, repayable iu two years, to an unlimited extent. King Coal The Seoul-Fusan railway becomes virtually a government enterprise. The government guarantees the capitnl of 10,000,000 Veil add 0 per cent Interest and will nominate the directors. At the Hub Clothing House. Men's Suits Reduced. $18.00 suits for $15.00 $15.00 suits for $12.00 $14.00 suits for $11.00 $13.50 suits for $10.50 $12.00 sutts for $ 9.50 $10.00 suits for $ 7.50 $ 9 00 suits for $ 6.50 $ 8.00 suits for $ G.00 The new military council will be composed of the ministers of war and marine and the chiefs of the military, naval and general staffs and leading generals and adinlra)3. Thus under the emergency arrangements the uava.1 and military staffs are placed on tho same footing. is sky high just now, but if you'll buy your groceries and provisions here you will save enough money to keep your coal bin well filled. Leave your order with us. CODEICAS, Butler House Block. RQ08EVELT MAKES STATEMENT. The General Recommend* Mystic Cure Has Not Offered National Chairman- General John Ludwig, of Winona, Minn., says: "I contracted rheumatism during the Civil War, and have used almost every preparation known for its cure, and have also taken treat ment at different hot springs. I am pleased to say Mystic Cure for Rheu matlsm is the only medicine that has given me immediate relief. I gladly recommend it to all sufferers from rheumatism, sciatic or like ailments. No medicines that I have tried are anywhere near its equal." Sold by Fairer, Peck & Roberts, druggists. for Rheumatism. manufactured. A quantity frill make (uoreand better bread than any other kind. 1 the price is low ship to Anybody. MELANIE CHAPEL EXERCISER Washington, Dec. 30.—There have been so many conflicting publications concerning tUa chairmanship of the Republican national committee that u statement oh tho subject has been authorized from tho White House. It is announced that President Roosevelt has the chairmanship to no one, for the good reason that It Is not his to offer. He has assured Senator Hanna that he would be pleased to see him continue at the head of the committee, but Hanna has not said that he will not do It. Especial emphasis Is given to the denial that the place has been offered to Secretary of War Root or to ex-Governor Crane, of Massachusetts.It is said that at yesterday's luncheon the emperor unreservedly invited the senior statesmen and the councilors to give their advice on the existing crisis. $5 per bbl.; $2.50 per 100; $1.25 per 50 oonnds, the 8avi g through Its use Is considerable. of.be** article* In our Fruits and Nuts, all fresh, and guaranteed good. Lowest prices. Candies. Hundreds of pounds at way down prices. Interesting Christmas Programme Ren- The Christmas exercises of the Melanie chapel were held last evening and were enjoyed by a large audience. The superintendent, Dr. G. B. Perry, presided, and the following programme was rendered: Prayer, Parke Richards; song, school; recitations, Dorothy Carpenter and Lulu Mangle; chorus. school; acrostjc, "Merry Christmas," 14 primary children; recitations, Jessie Walborn and Viola Dean; duet, Laura Bosworth and Nettle Yendall; recitations, Walter Brungess and Ruth Reed; primary song; Christmas dia logue, primary class; recitation, Sherman Ryan; chorus, school; quartette, Anna Reed, Laura BoBWorth, Armin Fedden and William Williams; recitations, Paul Waters and Ethel Ace; chorus, school; recitation, Harold Walborn; chorus, school; recitations, Charles Evans, Norman Richards and May Reed; :,olo, "The Everlasting Song," Prof. T. R. Williams; chorus, "Ring, Ye Joy Bells," school. dered Last Evening. WE CARRY THE BEST FLOUR BIG GROCERY STOCK The promulgation of the ordinances has had great effect in calming public impatience. call for speclgl mention by reason of ' • does* and cheapness But the best way to rest onr eta emonts is to send as an order and urove th-it we bave jnst what we advertise. The Shoe Batteries Chosen For Eastern Service. BRENNAN and ROBERTS Department Moscow, Doe, 30.—Twelve batteries of the four grenadier brigades of lield artillery stationed in and around Moscow have been selected for service iu the l'ar cast and have received new guns, which the Russian artillerists declare are superior to the French fleltlpieces. The early departure of three of these batteries is expected, which, will place 108 tiold guns, with the latest equipment, at the disposal of Admiral Alexeleff, the viceroy. No extensive movements of troops eastward have been reported here up to the present N. MAIN. Jfext to Eagle Hotel FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. of this store is on a big scale with a complete line of high quality footwear for all classes of people. a. big line of Slippers and Leggins. New York Stock Markets, furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers. Miners' Bank Building. We Realize the New York, Dec. 30, 1903. High. Low. Clos. 127% 126% 127% G9% 68% 68% 93% 93 93% 53% 51% 52% 80% 79% 79% 34 33% 33% 16% 15% 15% 147% 146% 146% 25 23% 23% 168 166% 166% 40% 40 40 110% 109% 109% 144% 143% 144 125 123% 124% 96% 95% 96 50% 49% 49% 58% 57% 58 121% 120% 121 29% 29% 29% 23 22% 22% 119% 11S% 119 27% 26% 26% 46% 45% 45% 21% 20% 20% 79 '78% 79 39 38 38% 7% 7% 7% All our 50c waists at . .38c All our 75c waists at. .50c All our 98c waists at. .75c All our $1.48 waists at 98c All our $2.98 walking skirts, $1.98 All our $6.50-$7.50 coats, $4.98 Noted Clergyman Weds. Sugar .... Atchison . .. Atchison, pf. Brook. Trac. II & O. ..... Responsibility Bernardsville, N. J.. Dec. 30.—The marriage of Miss Caroline Green Mitchell to Rev. Anson Phelps Stokes, Jr., of New Haven, Conn., took place in St. Bernard's church, Bernardsville, at noon today. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Ralph Brydges, of Islip, Long Island, assisted by Rev. T. A. Conover, rector of St. Bernard's. Evans Bros. laid on opticians. We realize that the wrong glasses will ruin sight. We renlize that the right glasses will strengthen the si«ht Realizing these things we couldn't be careless and inaccurate. Indeed, we pride om selves on our care and accuracy. A mistake would hurt us more than it would you We are ready at any time to ctrefully examine the ejes, free of charge. Should you need the'servicea of an oculist, we tell you so Ches. & Ohio . C. & G. West. St. Paul  nnlio'o naiiv O.. Dec. 30.—M1ss Lulu Frey, of this city, who is a missionary of the Metnodist /Episcopal cliurch and stationed in Se6ul, Korea, writes her mother that war between Russia and Japan seems inevitable. She says the missionaries in that country have been storing supplies to last them the entire year in case of war. Missionary Says War. 46 South Main St., Pittston. Rock Island D. & H. ... All our $10.50-$12.50 raincoats, $7.50 Ladies' and Misses' Suits, 1-3 off. K & T, pf. L. &. N  Man. El  Meii. Trac. . MoA Pacific . So. Pacific . Norf. & West N. Y. Central At the close of thfe entertainment, Santa Claus appeared and distributed boxes of candy and gifts to the children. Santa Claus' speech was one of the features of the programme. He told of the difficulties he had overcome in reaching the chapel and urged the children to double the size of the school during the coming year, so he would have to bring just twice as much candy next year. The entertainment was a great success and reflected much credit on the committee in charge. Stockholder*' Matting. Washington. Dec. 30.—Senator Scott, of West Virginia, denies as absolutely without any basis the report that the chairmanship of the executive committee of the Republican national commit tee was tendered to him by the. President and declined by him. Senator Scott Makes Denial. h« Annual Meeting of the Stock' olden* at r.lirt Pittston P~rrD Hi-lrige ompanv win be hold in thHr t fflce at t e Toll Hons*, Monday, Jan. 4 1904, bet-* e*n the bonr- of 2 a» d 8 iD m.t ■or tne p' roose of the election of President. Treasurer. a» d a * oard ot six Man tg r» to conduct the busi ess of V e ('mduhuv t.-r the ensuing yeur. snd any other business tbnt mar properly pom* r»De Meeting. J FTO l. EN ON, President, W. M. PaY. Secretary. 16eod-td Furs at half price. Children's Kersey and Zebt-line coats, velvet and silk coats, 25c off $1. Every garment reduced equally. Statement of China's Attitude Wanted. Birmingham, England, Dec. 30.—The Post hears on high authority that Great Britain and France have Instructed their ministers to Pekia, to obtain a definite statement of China's attitude in the event of war between Russia and Japan. "The greatest importance," says the Post, "is attached to the reply, though it is realized that the Empress mav b° nnohlp to enforce her policy in the provinces." Erie H. G 8HUPP, Russia's Despotic Government. O. & W. Penna. 36 West Market Street. Both 'Phones. WltKtaBMRRE. Berlin, Dee. 30—The Tag?blatt reports that the Russian minister of the interior, Plehve, has decreed the punishment of two more Christian lawyers for representing Jews in the Kishineff trial. One,' M. Karabtshewski, hasbeon banished to Siberia for five years, and the other, M. Kalomonovic, has been suspended from practice for two years. Pacific Mall Reading .. So. Ry  John Burke & Son XMAS " So. Ry., pf. Tenn. C. & I Leather Rubber .... Foot St) [ols, fine line. Williams & Co. 18 South Main Street. Violins, $5®# up, at Leibson's. « MAGNET Gold filled watches. $S up. Leibson's. (J^ruri/'s PRICES Union Pacific Wabash, pf. West. Union C. P. I  Copper .... Gas  81 3814 86 H 30% 51% 99 26% SO 37% 86 Vi 29% 50% 98% 25% 80% 37% S6D4 30 50% 98% 20% 25 per cent, reduction on all goods at Yaseen's Jewelry Store, 63 N. Main. Whether You rarn a * Location of South Atlantic Squadron. New Orleans, Doc. 30.—Advices received via the American steamship Breakwater, arriving froiu Puerto Cortex. say that the political enemies of President Manuel Bouiiia of Spanish Honduras are planning a revolution to overthrow the present administration in that republic. The situation has become extremely alarming, and trouble may begin immediately. A Crisis In Honduras. Dollar a Minute Washington, Dec. 30.—A cablegram from Rear Admiral Lamberton, commanding the South Atlantic squadron, dated Port Said, says he has sent the cruiser Detroit to San Domingo and that his other ships will go to join the North Atlantic fleet at Culebra today. ki\luctiim i^ale^ A grand display of Xmas goods —(lolls and toys, books and stationery, for old aud young, from •.. lc up Or a Dollar a Day Texas Pacific . Car & Foundry U. S. Steel ... All goods are reduced to onehalf former prices, in order to reduce our stock. Best Patent Flour. Best Family Flour Chop and Meal. .. 16 00 4.50 1.20 1.20 1.20 .85 .60 20% 12% 58% 20 11% 56% 20% 12* 58 H.-L. CO. IT. S. Steel, pf Ladies' Outing Hats, former price S'2.50, now $1.49. Children's Trimmed Hats 98c, worth $1.75. ("orn and Cr Corn Bran and Midds.. Our 24-inch kid body doll, with eyes that close, is a wonder...$1.U0 Hive the style and quality of clothing you want and offer special inducements this week iD Ladies', Misses' and Children's Tailor-Made Coats, Suits, Furs and Millinery. Men's and Boys' Fashionable and Durable Overcoats and Huits ready-to-wear or to measure. Havana, Dec. 30.—The Senate last night defeated the bill proposing a raise of 25 per cent, in the duties on American goods. The vote was 13 against the bill and three for the measure. It is probable the House will today take similar action. Cuban Duty Bill Defeated. Livsry Drivers Refuse Arbitration, Chicago, Dei-. 30.—The joint associations of liverymen refuse to accept the arbitration proposal submitted by 1 llo striking livery drivers. The strikers ;.sk that the adjustment of the whole difficulty he placed in the hands of former members of the Chicago hoard of arbitration. The reason given by the livery owners for their refusal of the proposition of the men was that the selection of the arbiters by the drivers gave the employers no voici in the matter.Hay, long and cut Bale Straw  Our kid body dolls for 45c are what others are selling at 65c Vienna, Dec. 30.—Reports which reached Vienna of an accident to Emperor Francis Joseph by a fall created much alarm. It appears that during his i_.ijesty's customary Christmas visit to Ills daughter, the Archduchess Maria Valeria, at Wallse he was ascending a stairway when ills spurs became entangled In the carpet. Francis Joseph Had a Fall Ladies' Trimmed Velvet Hats $1.98, formerly $3.50. 22 lbs. Gr. Sugar 23 lbs. A. Sugar. 24 lbs. Br. Sugar. Cheese  Sweitzer Cheese. Brick Cheese  Skinned Hams... Pure Lard  $1.00 1.00 1.00 .14 .16 .14 .11 .09 Doll carriages, go-carts and wagons, from 10c up An elegant line of iron toys, worth 1-3 more. M. WALDMAN, 19 South Main Street. Large assortment of handkerchiefs from .lc to $1.00 Cottage Damaged by Lightning. Newport, R. I.. Dec. 30.—During a fierce snow and hail storm last night, lightning struck the tower of "The Rocks," owned by Henry Clows, of New York, tearing off slate and woodwork and doing considerable damage. PROPERTY B0UGHT-S0LD—RENTED APPl* TO Joseph A. Collier INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE. IM William St Both'Phones Your Simple Promt am to Pay la Enough. Ladies' and children's Furs, a large assortment at special prices. Toronto, Dec. 30. — Andrew Patullo. M. P. P.. of Woodstock, Ont., commitled suicide in I.ondou, where he had been visiting. He was formerly proprietor of the Woodstock Seutinei-Revlew. By his death the majority of Premier Ross in the Ontario legislature Is reduced to two, and its resignation is probable. Canadian Legislator a Suicide. Minister Powell Asks Aid. Apples, per bu...\ .. Potatoes, per bu.... Onions, per peck  Best Butter, Del. Co All kinds Tobacco.. All kinds Squibs.... * .70 Toilet cases,handkerchief boxes, collar and tie boxes, photograph aines, fancy mirrors and pictures Washington. Dec. 30. — With three revolutions raging iu the republic of Santo Douiiugo, the forces of Jimmez within four hours of Santo Domingo city and general excitement prevailing, United States Minister Powell thinks the situation demands the preseuce of mi additional warship and in a cablegram dated Dec. 28 appeals to the state department for aid. You can make botli ends meet and save money when you buy the right kind of olothing of the right people. Sofa Pillows, at Williams & Co.'s. 25 per cent, reduction on all goods at Yaseen's Jewelry Store, 63 N. Main. — MAGNET Silverware, low prices. Freed's, 75 Hurley-Loughran Co N. Main. Nuts and fruits, seasonable v?geta bles and oysters. Messlck's Market.' H. Frits Weber, optician, S. Main 81. William Drury, Fine line of rugs. Williams & Co. 4» W. Mukrt St* WUkMbuM. TOE LUBHa IM0EI. rat ifidnw***. -s.