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WEATHER irvttjICATIONS flTHt HOWE PAPEIt Forecast Until 8 p. m. Tomorrow, for Eastern Pennsylvania. Fair tonight; warmer in the northern anil western portions; Sunday, fair; fresh southwesterly winds. Fop the People of Plttaton and Vicinity. ALL THE HOME NEWS. 55th YEAR. t WEEKLY ESTABLISHED 1850. I l)AlL5f EST. Hi THEO. HART 1882. PITTS! ON, PA.. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1904. FORTY CENTS A MONTH. } 8 PAGES. BAT^is of tin? American ami British governments regarding foodstuffs and coal and otlu-r iuel as being conditional contraband of war. distinctly placing them in the category of articles susceptible ol' uses both in war and peace and as such only confiscable when consigned to blockaded ports or destined for the military or naval forces of the en- GOES BACK TO E80PU8 Prominent Man Disappears. liBiBAftABk BAMA *WWWWJ WWW J WIW.W WWWJWJ WlWWWWi WWW WW J | THE | | ONLY | j WAY 1 London, Sept. 17.—Carl Rumpf, of Butte, Mont., has disappeared from London and it is believed that he has committed suicide. The cause of the supposed act is the fact that he was recently jiltfed by a woman. Rumpf is a member of the Antwerp firm of importers of American lumber. STICKEY BACK Is another name for Trading Stamps. It is by far the best name, for the Store that uses them are obliged to Stick Back the cost of the stamps on to the selling price of their goods to get even. The PEOPLE'S STOIiE does not believe in such Tom Foolery and our customers well know that we could not maintain our standard of low, prices if we used Trading Stamps or Stickey Backs. This week we desire to close out the following special lots as we need room for Fall Goods. IMMINENT Talks Parker Ends His First Political Visit to New York. With Advertisers emy. There Is good ground, however, for the belief that the contention of the I'jilted States that railway material and certain kinds of machinery be classed as conditional contraband will not be accepted. To that extent Count I.ainsdortt's reply to .Mr. MeC'onuJek may not be satisfactory to the United Judge Parker in Kingston May Have Started at Mukden Esopus, N. Y., Sept. 17.—'Putting aside politics, at least for a part of the day, Judge Parker went to Kingston this morning to act as pall bearer at the funeral of Ills late family physician, Dr. Jacob Chambers. Before the funeral he visited f.r rsonal friends in Kingston. Ho will probably go to New York in about two weeks to hold further conferences with the leaders of his party. There is much in merit, but of NO CANDIDATE FOR GOV. two stores of equal merit, the one to get the best beer on the f market today is to INSIST J on getting that does the best advertising will Conferences Fail to Settle on Nomination to Be Made at Saratoga, but Many Other important Questions Are Decided. do the most business. States, MANY OUTPOST ENGAGEMENTS RUSSO-JAPANESE ALLIANCE. Stegmaier's New York, Sent. 17.—Leaving the governorship puzzle unsolved, Judge Parker has returned to Esopus. All day he was in conference with the Democratic leaders, and, while the state ticket was under discussion most of the time, no candidate was decided on. In his trip to Esopus Judge Parker was accompanied by his secretary and by Charles ,S. Hamlin of Massachusetts, former assistant secretary of the treasury. Lot 1 One (-fine of Ladles' Fast Black Cotton Hose, great value. :i pair for mDo Startling Prediction of a Great Man of St. Petersburg. Prince Bismarck Dying, Lot '2 in Dozen Children's Flannelette Dresses nicely made, suitable for school wear, very special price 2Sn London, Sept. 17.—The Daily Telegraph's St. Petersburg correspondent declares that a Russian statesman, whose name iT revealed would wing his utterance with lightning rapidity over the globe, asserted yesterday that it was his impression that the war might end sooner than people imagine, not through mediation, but through mutual recognition of the ruinous nature of the conflict. Which would lead to negotiations that would result in a ltusso-Japanese alliance. Berlin, Sept. 17.—The physicians of Prince Herbert Bismarck declare that the death agony has begun and their lilustrious patient will not long sur- Brewed and bottled Sight $ here at home for half a cen- 2 tury and pronounced by % connoisseurs to be the j choicest and most palatable % infusion of Hops and Malt 2 that scientific brewing has j produced. Is not its popu- 2 larity a Proof of its superior 4 quality ? Order case sent j home today. 2 Stegmaier Brewing Co t a Lot :i Ladies' Flint Black Mercerized Underskirts. finished with deep flounce arid accordion plaited ruffle, only #»c SOLDIERS IN COURTROOM. Japanese Forces Drawn Up in Battle Array. Alleged Huntsville (Ala.) Lynchers vive Lot 4 Ladies' Muslin Nisht Gowns, trimmecl with Embroidery. a regularise garment for 4!)C Held For T rial- Huntsville, A hi., Sept. 17.—Guarded by squads of military,, Thomas M. It logins and Ben Hill were marched into the circuit courtroom and given a preliminary hearing. Soldiers in a civil courtroom have .not been seen here since the days immediately following the civil war. Frenchmen Fight Deadly Duel Lot 5 20 Dozen Children's Silk Bonnets, nicely lined and well made, a regular BOe cap for 'jSc Alencon, France, Sept. 17.—Lieuten- Lieutenants Garnot and Hinfelin, of the French army, fought a duel with swords here today, and Hinfelin was dangerously wounded in the groin. Ill u week or two the presidential nominee will return to the city for n stay of two or three days at least, will occupy the same suit of rooms at the Hotel Astor and-will review the work that his campaign managers are doing. It became known yesterday that, despite all contradiction made hitherto. Judge Parker will keep well in the foreground of the campaign until election.Lot« Men's extra heavy Blue Denim overalls, per pair 43e PORT ARTHUR IS BOMBARDED Lot 7 'i."i dozen Men's heavy cheviot shirts, nice dark patterns, a well made shirt only.ase says. that, although itussia in the end emild exhaust and crush Japan, yet Japan could hold out long enough to place an intolerable and useless strain upon itussia. Uussia therefore was confronted with the alternative either of Japan's ruin purchased by ruinous sacrifices or of a treaty of cordial friendship, followed in the fullness of time by tlint offensive and defensive alliance which for years constituted the ideal of the Japanese government. lie contended the correspondent Mr. Biggins was held "for trial on Sept. 20. Mr. Ilill will be tried on Sept. 21. A special jury has been ordered for each occasion. Flicher's Brand Yarns have always been noted for their superiority of quality. No better made. All shades in stock. For over 30 years* Dr. RICHTER'S World-"Renowned PEOPLE'S STORE, Attorney Lawrt-nee Cooper, for Mr Biggins, created somewhat of a sensation when in addressing the court he questioned the constitutionality ot the act allowing soldiers in si civil courtroom. He made an impassioned speech against the presence of the PITTSTON, PENN'A. "Anchor" Pain Expeller ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST. 15 South Main Street, Plttston. No Trading Stamp Prices Here. Terrific CannonadingThursday and Friday Reported. NEW 'PHONE M5i lie will probably make several trips to the city in order that lie may keep in intimate touch with affairs and so thai he and Senator Gorman of Maryland. who, it was announced on Thursday night, will be active in the work of the committee, may frequently consult each other. It Is not his plan to .direct the work of the committee in any way or to interfere with it. but he will so arrange his visits here that plans of vital interest to the campaign may be submitted to him before being undertaken. He will from now on be a much more conspicuous figure in the work of the canvass than he lias been. Best Flour Best Groceries Best Shoes At Lowest Prices militia iroven to be the Bert there U lor Ar "IF Tendon, Sept. 17 Mukden is imminent and may have already begun. The Japanese havo A battle Solicitor Pettus replied to Mr. Cooper witli the statement that the militia were not aliens, but natives of Alabama and sent here by their governor to maintain the laws of the state. Rheumatism, Gout, Neuralgia,«c. vAnioutf Rheumatic Complaints. Only 25c. and 50c. at all druggists or through Japs Take a Port Arthur Fort. Chefu. Kept. 17. — The Japanese brought up all their forces, with the exception of the garrison, from I.iao Yank, -and they are now mustered to the south what and west of Mukden. They are said to be gradually draw- troops between Sept. 8 and 10 captured by assault a fort situated on a high hill two miles east of Golden hill. Port Arthur. The lighting was not severe. The Japanese Were able to remain in the fort because the quality of the powder used at Golden hill was so poor that many shells fell short and others' failed to explode. It is reported that both food and ammunition at Port Arthur are very low. It is also reported that over half the Russian garrison is in the hospital and that all forces, with the exception of the officers, are anx- Judge Speake characterized Mr. Cooper's speech as incendiary and reminded the attoriufy that what he said was liable to arouse the passions of the people. Judge Speake assumed the responsibility for the presence of the military. Do not pay high prices when you can buy the following brands at a lower price. These brands of flour we guarantee to be the best flour on the market without an exception. ing in their lines Th* outpost en gagements, which have been occur ring at intervals for some days past F. AC!- Richter & Co. 215 Pearl Street, are now said to be in progress all along the line. The natural infer- It was definitely settled also that he will make several speeches, probably six or seven, toward the end of the campaign. This subject was discussed, but no selection of dates or places was made. It is understood that the nominee will consent to speak in those places where, in the estimation of his managers, the most good can be achieved. The grand jury has returned nine other true bills against alleged members of the mob. This makes nineteen New York. ence is that a general engagement is Det for today or tomorrow Evans' Success, bbl $5.75 Butterfly, bbl $5.75 Seal, bbl $5.75 New Gould $5.75 St. Petersburg, Sept. 17.—It is reported that outpost firing has begun south of Mukden and also in the di- indictments IF A TIP IN CASH ious to surrender JOE JEFFERSON ILL. SPECIAL is welcome, a tip that means cash for all who act on it, should be also welcome. •ection of the Liao river, Indicatin that a general eng nent between Chinese Governor's Polite Request, Will Not Appear on the Stage This Wir^tr. QR ACKER imminent, although towards the east the Japanese and Russian twops is London. Sept. 17.—The Daily Mail's correspondent at Mukden telegraphs You must cash an opportunity to make it of any use to you, and our store is the spot of spots to carry on this profitable business, because we offer a forest of chances for value seekers, etc. Sale on Low Shoes the movements oi General Kuroki are is follows 'On instructions from l*e man of the Democratic state convention was made. LIls name will be maile public today at tlie conclusion of a meeting of tlie Democratic executive The selection of a temporary chair New York, Sept. 1V, -The theater going public who are admirers of Joseph Jefferson and who most pleasantly anticipate seeing him upon the stage this winter for his customary brief tour will hear with regret, says the Herald, that the veteran actor is ill at his country home in Buzzard's Bay, Mass., and that he has canceled all engagements for the season. SALE! still veiled king the Chin -so KoyiTiior has wauu representations politely reiiuestinj? botli aruites not to tight at Mukden owing tif tlie danger of the demolition of sacred tombs. No response has been Still going on. Call and we will give you some bargains that you are sure to buy. See our windows. Clieefoo, Sept. IV.—Japanese who arrived here today from Palny report a terrific bombardment of Port Arthur by the Japanese on Sept. 15 and lti. He also reports that 500 Russian cav- FOR TEN DAYS conim It tee I?very indication points to a bitter struggle between the Democratic factions on the floor of the state convention over the nomination for governor. Not even the presence of Judge Parker In the city was sufficient to bring about agreement among the leaders upon the head of the ticket. The famous In-er Seal Packages sold BELOW COST, from September 7th to September 17th. received BRENNAN & ROBERTS, Child's Oxfords, were 75c and $1 00, now Girls' Oxfords, were $1 and $1.25, now 75c Ladies' Oxfords, were $1.25 now airy, who attempted Japanese from Pali Chang to driv Russian Loss at Liaoyang 22,036. Paris,'"Sept. 17. Exact figures of the Unssinn 42 North Main St. Next to Easrle Hotel. 50o tared. Pali ...Chang trategic i were cap sition just outside Port Arthur that in I !, woumled and .Mr. Jefferson, though seventy-five yeurs old. has enjoyed excellent health and is very vigorous for a man of his Hitchner's Tid Bits Grahams the Japanese have held lor some time Tolvio, Sept. 17. The Japanesi ('rations before Lino Five O'clock Tea Lady Fingers... Saltines :... Social Tea Butter Thins.... Cheese Biscuits. Cheese Sandwich Saratoga Flakes. Regular Price 17)rury's PRICES. 75c front is now confronting the Russian outposts south and east of Mukden. General Kuropatkin, it is reported has moved his headquarters to Har lDin. yung from Aug. 13 to Aug. 2tD have been received liy the general staff, according to the Journal's St. Petersburg correspondent. These amount to two generals, 25tD officers and 21,800 men. years Ladies' Oxfords, were $1.50, Although the day was spent in conferences. every candidate whose name was suggested encountered such strong opposition that lie was laid aside. When the leaders separated not one knew who would l»e nominated. All further deliberation was postponed until next Monday night, when, in Saratoga. a final attempt will be made to Recently, however, while at Buzzard's Bay Mr. Jefferson was attacked by what appeared to be somewhat serious indigestion, and because of his advanced age his physician advised him to abandon all thought of an appearance in public this season. lie will probably remain at his Buzzard's Bay home for some little time and then go to Florida, 10c Now 8c a bargain $1.10 Men's Oxfords, while thej last, were $1.50, now $1.00 Others too numerous to mention. j I Regular \ Now 12c ) Regular ' 25f ) Now 2!c Tokio, Sept. 17.—The French ambassador has requested the Japanese advance posts to ask the Russians at Port Arthur if there is any news Honest Weight, Honest Goods, is our Motto. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Potatoes per bushel Onions " peck. New York Stock Markets, furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers, Miners' Bank building. ..25 ..GO ..20 ..60 Evans Bros. Apples bushel at the port of Attacha Decuverville, who is reported to have left Port Arthur about the time of the Russian sortie of Aug. 19, and who has not since been heard from. bring about harmon Nabisco at Tomatoes " Pears " Crabs " basket. basket, basket New York, Sept. 17, 1904 GIRLS IN A COLLEGE RUSH. 44 and 46 South Main St. Am Sugar High 131 % Low. Close 3 31 131 COLONEL DUNN SATISFIED. Campbell, Rozelle & Webster Am Car & I 23 Vi Says He and Piatt Have No Objection to Higgins. Participate In Mixup of Wittenberg Sophomores and Freshmen. For WEDDINGS CIaimapa V For FUNERALS rlOWBrS I JAPS RESUME ADVANCE Loco 27 Vi Plain Hams Sk. Hams, Cal. Hams Bacon. „ imal Copper 57% !Dl VR 82% Binghaniton, N. Y„ Sept. 17, —Colonel Springfield, O., Sept. 17.—The annual rush of Wittenberg college between freshmen and sophomores, participated in by serVnty studens, was characterized by at great deal of brutality. Just what yon want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) J.B.CARPENTER, exiter st. exeter roro Oyama Making New Attempt to Flank Kuropatkin. Atchison com Atchison pfd B. R. T. . . B. & O. .. George W. Dunn on returning from Saratoga said of the nominations made there by the Republican state convention:5,")% 57 S. Main St. Smo. Bacon Pure Lard.. Mukden, Sept. 17 It is reported here 88% 88% that the Japanese are advancing Can Pacific 127V 127 42V "The principal object of Senator Piatt and myself was to hold the convention where it was, so that either Higgins or Woodruff would be nominated instead of some other man. Either one of them was perfectly satisfactory to lis. It is an excellent ticket, and we are all going to stand by it. Four students are now in the hands of doctors. They are Adolph Sheinian, sophomore, of Grand Hapids, Mich., face and head cut and bruised; Balph White of Kent, O., cut; John Fineroclc of Miner, Ya.. eyes closed and head cut; John Snyder of Springfield, kicked in stomach and may have severe internal injuries. All of the injured but Sheiman are freshmen. LEGAL NOTICES. Mukden from the Vast. A strong force dies & Ohio Chicago & Alto i.. 41 43% 43% 40% of Russians is ready to meet them Col Southern 50% 50% 50% 35% Soused Mackerel 15 and 25 Smoked Haddock 3 cans 50 Kipped Herring 3 cans 50 A FEW OF OUR Twenty-six wounded men belonging to Major General Mistehenko's Co: 31 139% 123% PRPPOSALS sack division have been brought into Erie 31 139% 123% 154% Proposals will he received by the undersigned, at the otfloe of the i* ater Street bridge Company, until noon of Tuesday. 2oth inst.. tor the erection of about s.ooi feet of barbed wire fenee. as herein described, enclosing the Pittston Cemetery. Posts to be of round chestnut, clear of bul k, 7'., ft. long, and not less than 5 inches in diameter at the email end: to beset Jfeet in the ground and coated with tar for three feet from the bottom end. and set s feet apart between centres. A base board of hemlock, 8 inches in width, to beumiled to the posts close to the ground, and six rows of galvanizod barbed double twisted wire, with barbs not more than four inches apart, and spaced as directed in the contract. The wire to be stretched tight by levers, or some other mechanical means. Lobster per can .. 20 and 40 MANY SPECIALS Mukden Particular of the skirmish 111 Central L. & N. . 139% 124 Can Shrimps are not available whether it was a Manhattan Met St Ry M. K. & T 154', 154V4 "From twenty-live years acquaintance with Frank W. lliggins, I want to say that if he is elected he will be governor every minute, and no one else. 1 have seen liim in positions where it took iron nerve to hold his ground, and he had it all the while. Can Clams.. Can Oysters 3 cans 25 ,3 cans 25 We are cleaning out the entire stock of summer goods. The prices will do it. outpost affair 121% 48 The unusual feature of the mixup was the participation of girls of both Classes. As fast as the male members were tied up the girls stole to them and cut their bands. The decision was given to the freshmen. adva ik or the beginning of tin on Mukden real Japanese 48% 98 According to information from Chi Mo Pacific N. Y. Central Norf & West 98% 127% 127% William Orury, nese sources, the Japanese are leaving 09% 69% 1 lot ladies' white lawn and colored shirt waist, all that sold for 50c, 75c and $1.00; your choice 25c. Ladies' Wrappers, nicely trimmed with braid over shoulders, and deep flounce, the 98c kind; yours for 50c 1 lot ladies' Kimonas, 50c kind; now. ... 35c a garrison at Liaoyang, and their main forces are moving out. on the Russian flanks. Tile whole Chinese population of Liaoyang is working on the Japu- St. Paul 158% 34 157% 157 H Leading Grocer of "Wyo. Yalley, Ont & West 06 78 131»,i 32% 10(3 66% "I trust that every Republican friend of mine in the southern tier will give Frank AV. lliggius as loyal support as they would auy man of their own 11-13 SOUTH MAIN ST. Warehouse on Charles Street. Pennsylvania Peo Gas .. Reading .. Rock Island So Pacific 132' 103 Vi 102% 66% 27% Charged With Making Bad Bills. uese defenses there 68% 28% Mobile, Ala., Sept. 17.—In addition to the arrest of Antonio Louionaco the police have arrested his brother, Jaspare Loinonaeo, and his brother-in-law, Franch Kestivo. All were charged with passing counterfeit live dollar Gafrlield silver certificates. They were bound over in $2,500 bail each. Antonio Loinonaeo lias been positively identified by five people as the man who passcni the counterfeit bills on them. The men are all tailors and came here from New York as members of the new Palermo Italian colony. The counterfeit is said to be a clumsy one, the paper being bad. Blaukform of contract can be seen at tliis Dfflce. Bids to state price tier foot of fence •omplete. as above described. The right to •eject any or all bills is reserved. At night the Russian sentries here can discern the glow of the Japanese camp lires in the direction of. Liaoyang. Until four days ago the Japanese had not finished burying or burning their dead around Liaoyang. 56% 33% choice." 55% 55% 32% 48% 31'/2 Judge Parker Home, W. H. VOL'NO, Ass't Sec'y Pittston. Pa., Sept. 12, lfloi—ul2wl T. A. DURKIN. So Rwy com . T. C. & I. ... Texas Pacific . Union Pacific . U. S. Leather U. S. Steel .. U. S. Steel pfd Wabash .. 48 V* 31% 93% 10 18% 69% 42% 32% 48% 31% Esopus, N. Y., Sept. 17.—Judge Parker reached home at 9:15 o'clock. He was so busy in New York that he had no time for dinner, and the West Shore officials had a special buffet car attached to the train for the use the judge and his party. Former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Charles S. Hamlin of Boston accompanied the candidate from New York to Esopus and is a guest for the night at Hosemount. He is an old friend of Judge Parker's and made one of the speeches «t the St. Louis convention seconding his nomination. 1 lot iadies' !L8c Ribbed Vests licely trimmed with deep lace a; aeck and sleeves, and silk tape; here for 10c 1 lot 39c and 50c Corsets; sale price. .19c 1 lot best cotton batts, about 10 cases, worth 10c; for few a days 5c 1 lot oiled opaque window shades, worth 25c; these go at 19c 1 lot silk floss sofa cushions, al sizes, from 25C Ladies' Shirt Waist Sets, al styles, from 5C 2 97% The Chinese are becoming more unfriendly toward the Russians as the Japanese advance. The Japanese are imposing their system of administration at every town occupied, seizing the revenue*, beginning with the timber dinij in tiie Yalu district and ending with the salt tax In Manchuria. 97% 9% SEALED PROPOSALS. Bartel's Bottled Beer, Ale and Porter, 2 doz. cases $1.00 Feed, per 100 lbs $1.20 Pabst Bottled Famous Milwaukee Beer, 2 doz. cases $1.20 Potatoes, fancy stock, per pk .20 Pure Rye Whiskey, full quart bottles 76c to $1.50 Chase & Sanborn's Teas and Coffees at same price you are paying for inferior quality. Bass's Ale, Guiness's Stout. Dairy Butter.... 9% 17% 6S% 42 Sealed proposals will be received by the City Clerk between the hours of s o'clock and «: 16 p. in.. Thursday evening, September'22d. mil, during jointjtesaion of councils for the construction of aHateral sewer on Elizabeth and East streets from liailrond street, and of house connections from lateral sewer to curb line. Plans, profile and specifications are on file in the City Engineer's ofltce. Proposals shall cover the entire work and shall state the price per lineal foot for doing said work and shall include costs of digging and filling, the laying of pipe and furnishing of labor and material therefor, and shall also stiite the total cost of the work. 57% 68% 42 Coal for Russian Cruisers. London, Sept. 17.—The steamers Pallas and Manzol, flying the German flag, left London this morning for has Palmas, Canary Islands with coal for the Russian cruisers. CONTRABAND GOODS Marine Disaster. Russia Puts Food and Fuel In Condi- Norfolk, Va., Sept. 17—After losing two of the three barges she was towing from Boston to Norfolk, having one of her owu crew washed overboard and drowned and nearly foundering in her efforts to rescue him, the tug Merrill of the Boston and Baltimore Tugboat company limped into port with the barge Camden. The,two other barges, with their crews of ten men, are somewhere on the ocean if they weathered Thursday morning's gale. The Merrill took on coal here Immediately after coming In and at once put out in search of the missing targes. Bidders shall enclose with each proposal the sum of JUKI cash or certified check as a guarantee to execute a contract if awarded the same. tional List, Senator Hoar Still Very Weak, London, Sept. 17.—The foreign office has received a dispatch from Sir Charles Hanlinge at St. Petersburg giving Russia's reply to the representations on the subject of contraband of war. While disinclined to express an opinion, it is understood that the foreign office considers tue reply satisfactory, inasmuch as the concessions are a distinct yielding on the part of the Russian government to the claims of Great Britain. Worcester, Sept. 17.--Senator Hoar had a restless night, but was resting comfortably this morning. He fails Democrats Flock to Saratoga, Proposals not accompanied by the required deposit and not n accordance with the advertisement and ordinance will not be considered. , The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids. By order of Councils, td JOHN T. FLANNEKY, City Clerk. .m'd and Domestic Wines & Gins Mineral or Table Waters. Elegant assortment of Kimonas and Cushion Handkerchiefs.. ,10o Saratoga, J\T. Y., Sept. 17.—Final arrangemehts for the Democratic state convention, called to meet here at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 20, are being perfected. The headquarters of the Democrats will be located in the Grand Union hotel; Chairman Cord Meyer of the Democratic state committee, former Senator David B. Hill, Charles F. Murphy of Tammany Hall and other Democratic leaders are expected to fetch Saratoga tonight. ' We are agents for Cosmopolitan Paper patterns, all 10c to gain strength T. A. DURKIN. $14 Butfalo to St. Louis And return via the NiclCel Plate road. Tickets on sale each Tuesday and Thursday, Good f=even days. See local agents or write R. E. Payne, general agent, 291 Main street, Buffalo, N. Y. mwf-tf Estate of ellen rehn. late of Exeter Borough, deceased. Letters testamentary upon the above named estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to Bald estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay, to GERTKUDE K. DAVIS, 1 lot Matting, 18c yard, while it lasts llo 46 8. Main St. Both 'phones. Corner Dock Street. — MAGNET Russia in principle meets the views W. I. HIBBS. Subscribe for the Gazette. 87 S. Main St., Pittstcra. 1127.83.11,17,21,01,8 Executors.
Object Description
Title | Pittston Gazette |
Masthead | Pittston Gazette, September 17, 1904 |
Subject | Pittston Gazette newspaper |
Description | The collection contains the archive of the Pittston Gazette, a northeastern Pennsylvania newspaper published from 1850 through 1965. This archive spans 1850-1907 and is significant to genealogists and historians focused on northeastern Pennsylvania. |
Publisher | Pittston Gazette |
Physical Description | microfilm |
Date | 1904-09-17 |
Location Covered | United States; Pennsylvania; Luzerne County; Pittston |
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Original Format | newspaper |
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Description
Title | Pittston Gazette |
Masthead | Pittston Gazette, September 17, 1904 |
Subject | Pittston Gazette newspaper |
Description | The collection contains the archive of the Pittston Gazette, a northeastern Pennsylvania newspaper published from 1850 through 1965. This archive spans 1850-1907 and is significant to genealogists and historians focused on northeastern Pennsylvania. |
Publisher | Pittston Gazette |
Physical Description | microfilm |
Date | 1904-09-17 |
Location Covered | United States; Pennsylvania; Luzerne County; Pittston |
Type | Text |
Original Format | newspaper |
Digital Format | image/tiff |
Identifier | PGZ_19040917_001.tif |
Language | English |
Rights | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/ |
Contact | For information on source and images, contact the West Pittston Public Library, 200 Exeter Ave, West Pittston, PA 18643. Phone: (570) 654-9847. Email: wplibrary@luzernelibraries.org |
Contributing Institution | West Pittston Public Library |
Sponsorship | This Digital Object is provided in a collection that is included in POWER Library: Pennsylvania Photos and Documents, which is funded by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries of Pennsylvania/Pennsylvania Department of Education. |
Full Text | WEATHER irvttjICATIONS flTHt HOWE PAPEIt Forecast Until 8 p. m. Tomorrow, for Eastern Pennsylvania. Fair tonight; warmer in the northern anil western portions; Sunday, fair; fresh southwesterly winds. Fop the People of Plttaton and Vicinity. ALL THE HOME NEWS. 55th YEAR. t WEEKLY ESTABLISHED 1850. I l)AlL5f EST. Hi THEO. HART 1882. PITTS! ON, PA.. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1904. FORTY CENTS A MONTH. } 8 PAGES. BAT^is of tin? American ami British governments regarding foodstuffs and coal and otlu-r iuel as being conditional contraband of war. distinctly placing them in the category of articles susceptible ol' uses both in war and peace and as such only confiscable when consigned to blockaded ports or destined for the military or naval forces of the en- GOES BACK TO E80PU8 Prominent Man Disappears. liBiBAftABk BAMA *WWWWJ WWW J WIW.W WWWJWJ WlWWWWi WWW WW J | THE | | ONLY | j WAY 1 London, Sept. 17.—Carl Rumpf, of Butte, Mont., has disappeared from London and it is believed that he has committed suicide. The cause of the supposed act is the fact that he was recently jiltfed by a woman. Rumpf is a member of the Antwerp firm of importers of American lumber. STICKEY BACK Is another name for Trading Stamps. It is by far the best name, for the Store that uses them are obliged to Stick Back the cost of the stamps on to the selling price of their goods to get even. The PEOPLE'S STOIiE does not believe in such Tom Foolery and our customers well know that we could not maintain our standard of low, prices if we used Trading Stamps or Stickey Backs. This week we desire to close out the following special lots as we need room for Fall Goods. IMMINENT Talks Parker Ends His First Political Visit to New York. With Advertisers emy. There Is good ground, however, for the belief that the contention of the I'jilted States that railway material and certain kinds of machinery be classed as conditional contraband will not be accepted. To that extent Count I.ainsdortt's reply to .Mr. MeC'onuJek may not be satisfactory to the United Judge Parker in Kingston May Have Started at Mukden Esopus, N. Y., Sept. 17.—'Putting aside politics, at least for a part of the day, Judge Parker went to Kingston this morning to act as pall bearer at the funeral of Ills late family physician, Dr. Jacob Chambers. Before the funeral he visited f.r rsonal friends in Kingston. Ho will probably go to New York in about two weeks to hold further conferences with the leaders of his party. There is much in merit, but of NO CANDIDATE FOR GOV. two stores of equal merit, the one to get the best beer on the f market today is to INSIST J on getting that does the best advertising will Conferences Fail to Settle on Nomination to Be Made at Saratoga, but Many Other important Questions Are Decided. do the most business. States, MANY OUTPOST ENGAGEMENTS RUSSO-JAPANESE ALLIANCE. Stegmaier's New York, Sent. 17.—Leaving the governorship puzzle unsolved, Judge Parker has returned to Esopus. All day he was in conference with the Democratic leaders, and, while the state ticket was under discussion most of the time, no candidate was decided on. In his trip to Esopus Judge Parker was accompanied by his secretary and by Charles ,S. Hamlin of Massachusetts, former assistant secretary of the treasury. Lot 1 One (-fine of Ladles' Fast Black Cotton Hose, great value. :i pair for mDo Startling Prediction of a Great Man of St. Petersburg. Prince Bismarck Dying, Lot '2 in Dozen Children's Flannelette Dresses nicely made, suitable for school wear, very special price 2Sn London, Sept. 17.—The Daily Telegraph's St. Petersburg correspondent declares that a Russian statesman, whose name iT revealed would wing his utterance with lightning rapidity over the globe, asserted yesterday that it was his impression that the war might end sooner than people imagine, not through mediation, but through mutual recognition of the ruinous nature of the conflict. Which would lead to negotiations that would result in a ltusso-Japanese alliance. Berlin, Sept. 17.—The physicians of Prince Herbert Bismarck declare that the death agony has begun and their lilustrious patient will not long sur- Brewed and bottled Sight $ here at home for half a cen- 2 tury and pronounced by % connoisseurs to be the j choicest and most palatable % infusion of Hops and Malt 2 that scientific brewing has j produced. Is not its popu- 2 larity a Proof of its superior 4 quality ? Order case sent j home today. 2 Stegmaier Brewing Co t a Lot :i Ladies' Flint Black Mercerized Underskirts. finished with deep flounce arid accordion plaited ruffle, only #»c SOLDIERS IN COURTROOM. Japanese Forces Drawn Up in Battle Array. Alleged Huntsville (Ala.) Lynchers vive Lot 4 Ladies' Muslin Nisht Gowns, trimmecl with Embroidery. a regularise garment for 4!)C Held For T rial- Huntsville, A hi., Sept. 17.—Guarded by squads of military,, Thomas M. It logins and Ben Hill were marched into the circuit courtroom and given a preliminary hearing. Soldiers in a civil courtroom have .not been seen here since the days immediately following the civil war. Frenchmen Fight Deadly Duel Lot 5 20 Dozen Children's Silk Bonnets, nicely lined and well made, a regular BOe cap for 'jSc Alencon, France, Sept. 17.—Lieuten- Lieutenants Garnot and Hinfelin, of the French army, fought a duel with swords here today, and Hinfelin was dangerously wounded in the groin. Ill u week or two the presidential nominee will return to the city for n stay of two or three days at least, will occupy the same suit of rooms at the Hotel Astor and-will review the work that his campaign managers are doing. It became known yesterday that, despite all contradiction made hitherto. Judge Parker will keep well in the foreground of the campaign until election.Lot« Men's extra heavy Blue Denim overalls, per pair 43e PORT ARTHUR IS BOMBARDED Lot 7 'i."i dozen Men's heavy cheviot shirts, nice dark patterns, a well made shirt only.ase says. that, although itussia in the end emild exhaust and crush Japan, yet Japan could hold out long enough to place an intolerable and useless strain upon itussia. Uussia therefore was confronted with the alternative either of Japan's ruin purchased by ruinous sacrifices or of a treaty of cordial friendship, followed in the fullness of time by tlint offensive and defensive alliance which for years constituted the ideal of the Japanese government. lie contended the correspondent Mr. Biggins was held "for trial on Sept. 20. Mr. Ilill will be tried on Sept. 21. A special jury has been ordered for each occasion. Flicher's Brand Yarns have always been noted for their superiority of quality. No better made. All shades in stock. For over 30 years* Dr. RICHTER'S World-"Renowned PEOPLE'S STORE, Attorney Lawrt-nee Cooper, for Mr Biggins, created somewhat of a sensation when in addressing the court he questioned the constitutionality ot the act allowing soldiers in si civil courtroom. He made an impassioned speech against the presence of the PITTSTON, PENN'A. "Anchor" Pain Expeller ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST. 15 South Main Street, Plttston. No Trading Stamp Prices Here. Terrific CannonadingThursday and Friday Reported. NEW 'PHONE M5i lie will probably make several trips to the city in order that lie may keep in intimate touch with affairs and so thai he and Senator Gorman of Maryland. who, it was announced on Thursday night, will be active in the work of the committee, may frequently consult each other. It Is not his plan to .direct the work of the committee in any way or to interfere with it. but he will so arrange his visits here that plans of vital interest to the campaign may be submitted to him before being undertaken. He will from now on be a much more conspicuous figure in the work of the canvass than he lias been. Best Flour Best Groceries Best Shoes At Lowest Prices militia iroven to be the Bert there U lor Ar "IF Tendon, Sept. 17 Mukden is imminent and may have already begun. The Japanese havo A battle Solicitor Pettus replied to Mr. Cooper witli the statement that the militia were not aliens, but natives of Alabama and sent here by their governor to maintain the laws of the state. Rheumatism, Gout, Neuralgia,«c. vAnioutf Rheumatic Complaints. Only 25c. and 50c. at all druggists or through Japs Take a Port Arthur Fort. Chefu. Kept. 17. — The Japanese brought up all their forces, with the exception of the garrison, from I.iao Yank, -and they are now mustered to the south what and west of Mukden. They are said to be gradually draw- troops between Sept. 8 and 10 captured by assault a fort situated on a high hill two miles east of Golden hill. Port Arthur. The lighting was not severe. The Japanese Were able to remain in the fort because the quality of the powder used at Golden hill was so poor that many shells fell short and others' failed to explode. It is reported that both food and ammunition at Port Arthur are very low. It is also reported that over half the Russian garrison is in the hospital and that all forces, with the exception of the officers, are anx- Judge Speake characterized Mr. Cooper's speech as incendiary and reminded the attoriufy that what he said was liable to arouse the passions of the people. Judge Speake assumed the responsibility for the presence of the military. Do not pay high prices when you can buy the following brands at a lower price. These brands of flour we guarantee to be the best flour on the market without an exception. ing in their lines Th* outpost en gagements, which have been occur ring at intervals for some days past F. AC!- Richter & Co. 215 Pearl Street, are now said to be in progress all along the line. The natural infer- It was definitely settled also that he will make several speeches, probably six or seven, toward the end of the campaign. This subject was discussed, but no selection of dates or places was made. It is understood that the nominee will consent to speak in those places where, in the estimation of his managers, the most good can be achieved. The grand jury has returned nine other true bills against alleged members of the mob. This makes nineteen New York. ence is that a general engagement is Det for today or tomorrow Evans' Success, bbl $5.75 Butterfly, bbl $5.75 Seal, bbl $5.75 New Gould $5.75 St. Petersburg, Sept. 17.—It is reported that outpost firing has begun south of Mukden and also in the di- indictments IF A TIP IN CASH ious to surrender JOE JEFFERSON ILL. SPECIAL is welcome, a tip that means cash for all who act on it, should be also welcome. •ection of the Liao river, Indicatin that a general eng nent between Chinese Governor's Polite Request, Will Not Appear on the Stage This Wir^tr. QR ACKER imminent, although towards the east the Japanese and Russian twops is London. Sept. 17.—The Daily Mail's correspondent at Mukden telegraphs You must cash an opportunity to make it of any use to you, and our store is the spot of spots to carry on this profitable business, because we offer a forest of chances for value seekers, etc. Sale on Low Shoes the movements oi General Kuroki are is follows 'On instructions from l*e man of the Democratic state convention was made. LIls name will be maile public today at tlie conclusion of a meeting of tlie Democratic executive The selection of a temporary chair New York, Sept. 1V, -The theater going public who are admirers of Joseph Jefferson and who most pleasantly anticipate seeing him upon the stage this winter for his customary brief tour will hear with regret, says the Herald, that the veteran actor is ill at his country home in Buzzard's Bay, Mass., and that he has canceled all engagements for the season. SALE! still veiled king the Chin -so KoyiTiior has wauu representations politely reiiuestinj? botli aruites not to tight at Mukden owing tif tlie danger of the demolition of sacred tombs. No response has been Still going on. Call and we will give you some bargains that you are sure to buy. See our windows. Clieefoo, Sept. IV.—Japanese who arrived here today from Palny report a terrific bombardment of Port Arthur by the Japanese on Sept. 15 and lti. He also reports that 500 Russian cav- FOR TEN DAYS conim It tee I?very indication points to a bitter struggle between the Democratic factions on the floor of the state convention over the nomination for governor. Not even the presence of Judge Parker In the city was sufficient to bring about agreement among the leaders upon the head of the ticket. The famous In-er Seal Packages sold BELOW COST, from September 7th to September 17th. received BRENNAN & ROBERTS, Child's Oxfords, were 75c and $1 00, now Girls' Oxfords, were $1 and $1.25, now 75c Ladies' Oxfords, were $1.25 now airy, who attempted Japanese from Pali Chang to driv Russian Loss at Liaoyang 22,036. Paris,'"Sept. 17. Exact figures of the Unssinn 42 North Main St. Next to Easrle Hotel. 50o tared. Pali ...Chang trategic i were cap sition just outside Port Arthur that in I !, woumled and .Mr. Jefferson, though seventy-five yeurs old. has enjoyed excellent health and is very vigorous for a man of his Hitchner's Tid Bits Grahams the Japanese have held lor some time Tolvio, Sept. 17. The Japanesi ('rations before Lino Five O'clock Tea Lady Fingers... Saltines :... Social Tea Butter Thins.... Cheese Biscuits. Cheese Sandwich Saratoga Flakes. Regular Price 17)rury's PRICES. 75c front is now confronting the Russian outposts south and east of Mukden. General Kuropatkin, it is reported has moved his headquarters to Har lDin. yung from Aug. 13 to Aug. 2tD have been received liy the general staff, according to the Journal's St. Petersburg correspondent. These amount to two generals, 25tD officers and 21,800 men. years Ladies' Oxfords, were $1.50, Although the day was spent in conferences. every candidate whose name was suggested encountered such strong opposition that lie was laid aside. When the leaders separated not one knew who would l»e nominated. All further deliberation was postponed until next Monday night, when, in Saratoga. a final attempt will be made to Recently, however, while at Buzzard's Bay Mr. Jefferson was attacked by what appeared to be somewhat serious indigestion, and because of his advanced age his physician advised him to abandon all thought of an appearance in public this season. lie will probably remain at his Buzzard's Bay home for some little time and then go to Florida, 10c Now 8c a bargain $1.10 Men's Oxfords, while thej last, were $1.50, now $1.00 Others too numerous to mention. j I Regular \ Now 12c ) Regular ' 25f ) Now 2!c Tokio, Sept. 17.—The French ambassador has requested the Japanese advance posts to ask the Russians at Port Arthur if there is any news Honest Weight, Honest Goods, is our Motto. FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL. Potatoes per bushel Onions " peck. New York Stock Markets, furnished by M. S. Jordan & Co., stock brokers, Miners' Bank building. ..25 ..GO ..20 ..60 Evans Bros. Apples bushel at the port of Attacha Decuverville, who is reported to have left Port Arthur about the time of the Russian sortie of Aug. 19, and who has not since been heard from. bring about harmon Nabisco at Tomatoes " Pears " Crabs " basket. basket, basket New York, Sept. 17, 1904 GIRLS IN A COLLEGE RUSH. 44 and 46 South Main St. Am Sugar High 131 % Low. Close 3 31 131 COLONEL DUNN SATISFIED. Campbell, Rozelle & Webster Am Car & I 23 Vi Says He and Piatt Have No Objection to Higgins. Participate In Mixup of Wittenberg Sophomores and Freshmen. For WEDDINGS CIaimapa V For FUNERALS rlOWBrS I JAPS RESUME ADVANCE Loco 27 Vi Plain Hams Sk. Hams, Cal. Hams Bacon. „ imal Copper 57% !Dl VR 82% Binghaniton, N. Y„ Sept. 17, —Colonel Springfield, O., Sept. 17.—The annual rush of Wittenberg college between freshmen and sophomores, participated in by serVnty studens, was characterized by at great deal of brutality. Just what yon want in floral decorations on short notice. We can do much for you at a reasonable price. (new phone) J.B.CARPENTER, exiter st. exeter roro Oyama Making New Attempt to Flank Kuropatkin. Atchison com Atchison pfd B. R. T. . . B. & O. .. George W. Dunn on returning from Saratoga said of the nominations made there by the Republican state convention:5,")% 57 S. Main St. Smo. Bacon Pure Lard.. Mukden, Sept. 17 It is reported here 88% 88% that the Japanese are advancing Can Pacific 127V 127 42V "The principal object of Senator Piatt and myself was to hold the convention where it was, so that either Higgins or Woodruff would be nominated instead of some other man. Either one of them was perfectly satisfactory to lis. It is an excellent ticket, and we are all going to stand by it. Four students are now in the hands of doctors. They are Adolph Sheinian, sophomore, of Grand Hapids, Mich., face and head cut and bruised; Balph White of Kent, O., cut; John Fineroclc of Miner, Ya.. eyes closed and head cut; John Snyder of Springfield, kicked in stomach and may have severe internal injuries. All of the injured but Sheiman are freshmen. LEGAL NOTICES. Mukden from the Vast. A strong force dies & Ohio Chicago & Alto i.. 41 43% 43% 40% of Russians is ready to meet them Col Southern 50% 50% 50% 35% Soused Mackerel 15 and 25 Smoked Haddock 3 cans 50 Kipped Herring 3 cans 50 A FEW OF OUR Twenty-six wounded men belonging to Major General Mistehenko's Co: 31 139% 123% PRPPOSALS sack division have been brought into Erie 31 139% 123% 154% Proposals will he received by the undersigned, at the otfloe of the i* ater Street bridge Company, until noon of Tuesday. 2oth inst.. tor the erection of about s.ooi feet of barbed wire fenee. as herein described, enclosing the Pittston Cemetery. Posts to be of round chestnut, clear of bul k, 7'., ft. long, and not less than 5 inches in diameter at the email end: to beset Jfeet in the ground and coated with tar for three feet from the bottom end. and set s feet apart between centres. A base board of hemlock, 8 inches in width, to beumiled to the posts close to the ground, and six rows of galvanizod barbed double twisted wire, with barbs not more than four inches apart, and spaced as directed in the contract. The wire to be stretched tight by levers, or some other mechanical means. Lobster per can .. 20 and 40 MANY SPECIALS Mukden Particular of the skirmish 111 Central L. & N. . 139% 124 Can Shrimps are not available whether it was a Manhattan Met St Ry M. K. & T 154', 154V4 "From twenty-live years acquaintance with Frank W. lliggins, I want to say that if he is elected he will be governor every minute, and no one else. 1 have seen liim in positions where it took iron nerve to hold his ground, and he had it all the while. Can Clams.. Can Oysters 3 cans 25 ,3 cans 25 We are cleaning out the entire stock of summer goods. The prices will do it. outpost affair 121% 48 The unusual feature of the mixup was the participation of girls of both Classes. As fast as the male members were tied up the girls stole to them and cut their bands. The decision was given to the freshmen. adva ik or the beginning of tin on Mukden real Japanese 48% 98 According to information from Chi Mo Pacific N. Y. Central Norf & West 98% 127% 127% William Orury, nese sources, the Japanese are leaving 09% 69% 1 lot ladies' white lawn and colored shirt waist, all that sold for 50c, 75c and $1.00; your choice 25c. Ladies' Wrappers, nicely trimmed with braid over shoulders, and deep flounce, the 98c kind; yours for 50c 1 lot ladies' Kimonas, 50c kind; now. ... 35c a garrison at Liaoyang, and their main forces are moving out. on the Russian flanks. Tile whole Chinese population of Liaoyang is working on the Japu- St. Paul 158% 34 157% 157 H Leading Grocer of "Wyo. Yalley, Ont & West 06 78 131»,i 32% 10(3 66% "I trust that every Republican friend of mine in the southern tier will give Frank AV. lliggius as loyal support as they would auy man of their own 11-13 SOUTH MAIN ST. Warehouse on Charles Street. Pennsylvania Peo Gas .. Reading .. Rock Island So Pacific 132' 103 Vi 102% 66% 27% Charged With Making Bad Bills. uese defenses there 68% 28% Mobile, Ala., Sept. 17.—In addition to the arrest of Antonio Louionaco the police have arrested his brother, Jaspare Loinonaeo, and his brother-in-law, Franch Kestivo. All were charged with passing counterfeit live dollar Gafrlield silver certificates. They were bound over in $2,500 bail each. Antonio Loinonaeo lias been positively identified by five people as the man who passcni the counterfeit bills on them. The men are all tailors and came here from New York as members of the new Palermo Italian colony. The counterfeit is said to be a clumsy one, the paper being bad. Blaukform of contract can be seen at tliis Dfflce. Bids to state price tier foot of fence •omplete. as above described. The right to •eject any or all bills is reserved. At night the Russian sentries here can discern the glow of the Japanese camp lires in the direction of. Liaoyang. Until four days ago the Japanese had not finished burying or burning their dead around Liaoyang. 56% 33% choice." 55% 55% 32% 48% 31'/2 Judge Parker Home, W. H. VOL'NO, Ass't Sec'y Pittston. Pa., Sept. 12, lfloi—ul2wl T. A. DURKIN. So Rwy com . T. C. & I. ... Texas Pacific . Union Pacific . U. S. Leather U. S. Steel .. U. S. Steel pfd Wabash .. 48 V* 31% 93% 10 18% 69% 42% 32% 48% 31% Esopus, N. Y., Sept. 17.—Judge Parker reached home at 9:15 o'clock. He was so busy in New York that he had no time for dinner, and the West Shore officials had a special buffet car attached to the train for the use the judge and his party. Former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Charles S. Hamlin of Boston accompanied the candidate from New York to Esopus and is a guest for the night at Hosemount. He is an old friend of Judge Parker's and made one of the speeches «t the St. Louis convention seconding his nomination. 1 lot iadies' !L8c Ribbed Vests licely trimmed with deep lace a; aeck and sleeves, and silk tape; here for 10c 1 lot 39c and 50c Corsets; sale price. .19c 1 lot best cotton batts, about 10 cases, worth 10c; for few a days 5c 1 lot oiled opaque window shades, worth 25c; these go at 19c 1 lot silk floss sofa cushions, al sizes, from 25C Ladies' Shirt Waist Sets, al styles, from 5C 2 97% The Chinese are becoming more unfriendly toward the Russians as the Japanese advance. The Japanese are imposing their system of administration at every town occupied, seizing the revenue*, beginning with the timber dinij in tiie Yalu district and ending with the salt tax In Manchuria. 97% 9% SEALED PROPOSALS. Bartel's Bottled Beer, Ale and Porter, 2 doz. cases $1.00 Feed, per 100 lbs $1.20 Pabst Bottled Famous Milwaukee Beer, 2 doz. cases $1.20 Potatoes, fancy stock, per pk .20 Pure Rye Whiskey, full quart bottles 76c to $1.50 Chase & Sanborn's Teas and Coffees at same price you are paying for inferior quality. Bass's Ale, Guiness's Stout. Dairy Butter.... 9% 17% 6S% 42 Sealed proposals will be received by the City Clerk between the hours of s o'clock and «: 16 p. in.. Thursday evening, September'22d. mil, during jointjtesaion of councils for the construction of aHateral sewer on Elizabeth and East streets from liailrond street, and of house connections from lateral sewer to curb line. Plans, profile and specifications are on file in the City Engineer's ofltce. Proposals shall cover the entire work and shall state the price per lineal foot for doing said work and shall include costs of digging and filling, the laying of pipe and furnishing of labor and material therefor, and shall also stiite the total cost of the work. 57% 68% 42 Coal for Russian Cruisers. London, Sept. 17.—The steamers Pallas and Manzol, flying the German flag, left London this morning for has Palmas, Canary Islands with coal for the Russian cruisers. CONTRABAND GOODS Marine Disaster. Russia Puts Food and Fuel In Condi- Norfolk, Va., Sept. 17—After losing two of the three barges she was towing from Boston to Norfolk, having one of her owu crew washed overboard and drowned and nearly foundering in her efforts to rescue him, the tug Merrill of the Boston and Baltimore Tugboat company limped into port with the barge Camden. The,two other barges, with their crews of ten men, are somewhere on the ocean if they weathered Thursday morning's gale. The Merrill took on coal here Immediately after coming In and at once put out in search of the missing targes. Bidders shall enclose with each proposal the sum of JUKI cash or certified check as a guarantee to execute a contract if awarded the same. tional List, Senator Hoar Still Very Weak, London, Sept. 17.—The foreign office has received a dispatch from Sir Charles Hanlinge at St. Petersburg giving Russia's reply to the representations on the subject of contraband of war. While disinclined to express an opinion, it is understood that the foreign office considers tue reply satisfactory, inasmuch as the concessions are a distinct yielding on the part of the Russian government to the claims of Great Britain. Worcester, Sept. 17.--Senator Hoar had a restless night, but was resting comfortably this morning. He fails Democrats Flock to Saratoga, Proposals not accompanied by the required deposit and not n accordance with the advertisement and ordinance will not be considered. , The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids. By order of Councils, td JOHN T. FLANNEKY, City Clerk. .m'd and Domestic Wines & Gins Mineral or Table Waters. Elegant assortment of Kimonas and Cushion Handkerchiefs.. ,10o Saratoga, J\T. Y., Sept. 17.—Final arrangemehts for the Democratic state convention, called to meet here at noon on Tuesday, Sept. 20, are being perfected. The headquarters of the Democrats will be located in the Grand Union hotel; Chairman Cord Meyer of the Democratic state committee, former Senator David B. Hill, Charles F. Murphy of Tammany Hall and other Democratic leaders are expected to fetch Saratoga tonight. ' We are agents for Cosmopolitan Paper patterns, all 10c to gain strength T. A. DURKIN. $14 Butfalo to St. Louis And return via the NiclCel Plate road. Tickets on sale each Tuesday and Thursday, Good f=even days. See local agents or write R. E. Payne, general agent, 291 Main street, Buffalo, N. Y. mwf-tf Estate of ellen rehn. late of Exeter Borough, deceased. Letters testamentary upon the above named estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to Bald estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay, to GERTKUDE K. DAVIS, 1 lot Matting, 18c yard, while it lasts llo 46 8. Main St. Both 'phones. Corner Dock Street. — MAGNET Russia in principle meets the views W. I. HIBBS. Subscribe for the Gazette. 87 S. Main St., Pittstcra. 1127.83.11,17,21,01,8 Executors. |
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