Demorvaiit iat Bellefonte, Pa., October 12, 1906. CAPITOL GRAFT OF BOSS MARTIN'S MAN Pennypacker Responsible For Loot- ing of Surplus. WOULD STUART DO BETTER? Accusing Contractors Ready to Help Legislative Investigation to Find Out Who Got the Secretly Ab stracted Millions. Probing to the bottom of the new capitol graft is assured by the Demo cratic and Independent nominees fo. the state legislature, if enough ot them shall be elected in November. In Philadelphia the fusion nominees for the state senate have already signed a pledge to that effect, and the repre sentative candidates on the anti-ma- chine ticket will do the same thing. State Treasurer Berry promises 0 delve into what he believes to be “overcharges” of at least $2,500,000 in the $9,000,000 paid for “furnish- ings” over and above the $4,000,000 for which the building was to be “com- pleted.” Berry's first discovery of over charge is the $850 flag-pole bill which he held up until he learned from the Cramp shipbuilding firm that it would supply the same kind of pole for $75 if the capitol authorities would give the firm three or four men for three days or so, to erect the pole. In the amazing “gall” of the archi tect, Joseph M. Huston, he claims to have been economical as the state’s servant, although he bagged for his own pocket, as the official report ad- mits, half a million dollars as fees and commissions. Had not Berry made the exposure, the only part of this enormous Huston graft that the public would have known about is the $185,000 paid to the architect for de- signing the walls and roof. All the rest of the half million was for de signing the “furnishings.” Huston’s first political appearance was as the protege of Boss David Martin, in the 19th ward, Philadelphia. Martin, find ing him a voluble talker, sent him as a delegate to conventions, and gave him standing as a “worker.” But with the rise of Durham and McNichol, who drove Martin back into his corner, Huston “went along” with the new powers, just as Martin wished his friends to take care of themselves aft: er his influence declined. Pennypacker Responsible. Congressman Graham, of Allegheny, member of the capitol commission, re. fers to the strong advice of Governor Pennypacker as largely influencing the extravagant secret expenditures of the extra $9,000,000. Graham tells of the governor's repeated urging on of such fitting up as would establish “a grand monument.” Pennypacker, as presi dent of the board of public grounds and buildings, stands chiefly responsi- ble for the “going the limit” in se cretly drawing upon the “general un- appropriated” fund of the state for the “furnishings.” To say that Pennypack- er did not know of what was going on in the board over which he presided would reflect upon his intelligence, and he has been for many years a judge on the bench. Pennypacker signed the two gen- eral appropriation bills of 1903 and 1905. In each of those bills was the proviso that the power of the board of public buildings and grounds to buy furniture should not be regarded as authorizing thm to help to “com- plete” the capitol. The governor, while presiding over the meetings of the board when contracts for “furnish- ings” were let, was surely not so un- sophisticated as not to know that the extra millions were being abstracted from the banks for “furniture” with- out the knowledge of the people. There being no special appropriation for the purpose, and the money sim- ply having been scooped out of the enormous surplus at the pleasure of the poard, leaving ten milloins, more or less, in the depositories all the while, the people could not have known anything about the matter until the honest, vigilant State Treasurer Berry exposed it. Would Stuart Do Better? Would any of the Republican state officials have exposed it? The answer is that even Pennypacker waited until he and his fellow members were found out by Berry before they felt that they must make a report. Pennypacker, like the rest, remained silent while the commonwealth was being deceived by the boast that the capitol had been “completed” within the original ap- propriation. Now, with a goverror who was supposed to be a good law- ver, and, in money matters at least, a man of integrity, lending himself to this colossal fraud upon the people's credulity, what better could be ex- pected from the governorship in the hands of Edwin S. Stuart, who is not only not a lawyer and is lacking in the particular ability conceded to Pen- nypacker, but has also made, as a se- lect councilman iu Philadelphia, a five- year record full of instances of dodg- ing all of the more important issues that came up for action in the select chamber. Particularly as to matters affecting corporations or the street railway monopoly and steam rail roads, Stuart's rule was to be “absent or not voting,” for the reason that he dreaded to display backbone if he possessed it, which is very doubtful in view of his refusal to comply with requests from the leading citizens of his city, at the opening of the munici- pal revolution, to lend his name to, or show himself at the town meetings of protest against the “gas lease” and other grabs of the public plunderers. Since the exposure of payment of $2,000,000 for the lighting fixtures, it has been suggested that the “solid brass” or “solid bronze” chandeliers, paid for in the peculiar manner of “by the pound,” ought to be bored into for the purpose of seeing whether the $4.80 per pound was not paid for lead poured into hollow brass or bronze. «As fusion nominee for state senator, Vivian Frank Gable, chairman of the Lincoln campaign committee, says there is a vast amount of boring, prob- ing and digging to be done by the next legislature into the $9,000,000 “far nishings,” and the first thing he will do, if elected, will be to offer a reso lution for a thorough legislative in- cuiry into the whole business. It is already told to reporters by respon- sible contractors in Philadelphia, that John H. Sanderson, of that city, was, to the best of their knowledge, the only contractor to bid on the entire “furnishings” of the capitol, except the metal filing cases, for which more than a million and a half dollars were paid to the Lancaster politicians, head ed by Congressman Cassel. Rseponsible Accusers to Be Heard. These responsible accusers will be heard from whenever the legislature wants them. They allege that Sander son was called into consultation when the specifizations for the furnishings were drawn up, and that he practi cally prepared them. “The specifica tions were so vague,” says one of these contractors, “that we could not tell just what was wanted, and we were unable, without additional informa. tion, to enter a bid. Sanderson, we un- | derstand, was the man who helped to i draw up the specifications, and there | fore knew just what was wanted.” : This accuser has been accustomed, for years, to handle similar contracts. Other accusers say they want to know who the alleged “sixteen bid- ders” in competition with Sanderson were. Such of them as may have been genuine are alleged to have been simply forced out. Sanderson, when awarded the con- tracts, was not a manufacturer of all the supplies needed. The proposed probers will go after the so-called sub- contractors, not to speak of the Re . publican politicians and officeholders in “cahoots” with them. Meanwhile, the Republican spellbinders, from Stu- art down, and the satellites around Penrose, at the machine state head: quarters, are in a panic over the pros- pect. STUART ALWAYS DODGED Candidate For Governor Non-Commit- tal On Vital Issues When He Was Councilman. This is a new chapter of the delin- quencies of the Republican nominee for governor, Edwin 8. Stuart, during his five years’ membership in the select council of Philadelphia. Stuart sat silent on March 27, 1890, while the chamber acted on the Phila- [F YOU WISH TO BECOME. 4 Chimist, a Teacher, “4n Eloctricion, A Physician nt 4A Scientic Farmer, A Journalist, sLort, If you wish to secure a training that will fit you well for any honorable pursun io life, THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE COLLEGE OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL ADVANTAGES. TUITION IS FREE IN ALL COURSES. FAKING EFFECT IN SEPT. 1900, the General rs range of electives, after tages ; Paychology; o and of lege ‘he courses in amis a best in the United M ion" Graduates have 20 AHECuIY 1h seSaring aed hOlAing YOUNG WOMEN are admitted to ull courses on the same terms as Foung Men. THE FALL SBSSION ovens September 15th, 1906, For specimen examination or for study, expenses, ete., and showing positions full ang ue giving information repsecting courses of THE REGISTRAR, State College, Centre County, Pa him into hot water. At the following meeting he was on hand but withheld bis vote from the all important ques-- | tion of so revising the street lines as to carry Broad street, the city’s princi- pal thoroughfare, under the “Connect- ing”railroad. Immediately after this there came up a harmless little paving bill and right bravely did Stuart cast his vote for it in sheer deflance of all critics. A remarkable day of fighting and heavy work in select council was June 19, 1830, but Mr. Penrose’s candidate was then among the missing. The Frankford and Southwark railway bill for extension over many streets was considered, as was the bill letting the Union Railway do a lot branching out on Stuart's own Point Breeze avenue, Long Lane, Wharton street and other highways near his residence. Whether it was these, or the electric and other corporation bills that were considered, that kept Stucrt away on that day, deponent sayeth not. But a few days later the coming up of the Germantown Railway extension bill found Stuart again absent. It was then only about six months ahead of the primaries that nominated him for mayor, and the candidate was becoming more circum- spect than ever, if it was possible for him to add to his reputation as a dodger. It would be wearisome to go on with the railroad and corporation dodging alone, and yt Mr. Stuart's five-year service—or omission of service—in se- lect council was thickly dotted with other artful dodging as important, and often more amusing than the foregoing chapter, New Leader In Zion City. A pew leader has arisen in Zion City. He is Charles F. Parham, an evangelist of the apostolic faith, a sect that bas five thousand followers, chiefly in Kansas and California. In a single week he has attrac- ted several hundred followers, and iast night General Overseer Voliva beld a spe- cial meetivg of officers of the church to see if some prompt and effective measures could not be taken against the proselyter. His couverts include some of the prom. inent elders. *“You must choose either me or this in. trader who has stolen into our church,” said Voliva at the meeting at Zion college. ““You cannot serve two leade:s. This man is winning some of our most faithfal le from their allegiance at a critical time. The only thing that will enable us to weather the present storm is unity. I fear that this unity is threatened.” Meanwhile Parham was holding av en- thusiastic meeting at the residence of John Clarr, not more than a block away from the college. The house was crowded and the congregation covered the lawn. “I have come to save the people of Zion Cisv from the selfishness and bigotry of their leaders,” said the evangelist, boldly. “Four months ago I saw Zion City in a vision, and the troubles of its people were made clear tome. “Arise and go to Zion and take up the burden of an Sppuused peoite, a voice said tome, I am here and will bring you out of all your difficulties if you trust in me.” Country's First Dustiess Road. After six months of work the resurfacing of she Dacby and Chester turnpike is about completed and is in an excellent condition. Part of the roadway is laid with a com- tion said to be both waterproof and uctless, making the pike the first dustless road in the country. The composition is a German invention, and the company manufacturing it is said to be backed by the Emperor. An experi- mental mile of road was firet built at Rid- ley Park at a cost of $1200, and is worked 80 well thas the entire road bas been simi- larly treated. CASTORIA For Infants and Children. The Kind You Have Always Boughs Bears the Signature of CHAS. H. FLETCHER. Travelers Guide. ENTRAL RAILROAD OF PENNA. Condensed Time Table effective June 18, 1906 | 2 | Roan or. ———— Stations — No 1|No 5!No 3 No 6/No 4/No 2 a. m.'p.m.|p. m.|Lve. Ar.|p.m.!p.m.ia. m. ¥ 10,16 40|13 46| BELLEFONTE | "6 40|"5 15 '® T2651 28s... wa 502 9 27 7 28i16 58) 3 01]......... easesees | 19 211 4 57] 9 21 733 703 308 . HECLAPARK.| 9 15 451 9 15 785 3 10})...... Dun kles...... 013 448 9 13 7 3927 08 3 14)...Hublersburg... 19 00| 4 44| 9 00 7 43] 7 13} 3 18 ~Burderiows.... 9 08 4 9 05 T 48i17 13] 3 20........ fttany........ fo 04] 4 38 9 02 T 47/17 18| 8 22.......Huston....... fo 02 4 35] 9 00 7 81) 7 23] 3 26|........Lamar......... 18 50| 4 32| 8 57 T 53/17 25] 3 28|....Clintondale....|f8 56! 4 20| 8 54 57 7 8 32. 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Mori is....... 8 37] 12 37i6 O7 an 19 73 43... Sievens, TI © a5 12356 08 . me Lentre, 3 21) 10 30/6 46/. Hunter's Park.| 8 %! why J Sia amor— 15a : {6 B2|...... Briarly....... 5 50 3 35{ 10 45/7 00) eres Waddles..... 8&0! 12 us 45 3 60 10 577 12.....Krumrine.....! 8 07! 12 078 0 ETE SEE IRR 4 15, 7 3 Blormedo,..| 740 1428 to 17 35! Pine urove M'ls| 735 {420 F. H. THOMAS, Supt. New Advertisements. Dx J. JONES VETERINARY SURGEON. A Graduate of the University of Losdon has Jasmahently located at the PALACE LIVERY STABLES, Bellefonte, where he will answer all ealls for work in his profes- sion. . Jones served four years State Veterinary Su Pierson. by telephone will be answered day or night. under oalls prom Bony R THE LADIES. Mis Jengie Mor used asoflices By Dr. Tooke, is now ready to tmeet any and all patients wishing treatments lectricity, treatments of the scalp, ug a and imita- tion shell pins, combs and ornaments and will be able to supply you with all kinds of toilet articles including creams, powders, tollet weters, ex. racts and all of Hudnut's preparations. Attorneys-at-Law J C. MEYER—Attorney-at-Law Rooms 420 & eo 21, Crider's Exchange Bellefonte, Pa 49-44 B. SPANGLER.—A’ (rpey at Law. Practice i Oty Cn, os . n Bellefonte, Pa. 40 22 8. TAYLOR. — Attorney and Counselior »t Law. Office, No. 24, Temple Court floor, Bellefonte, Pa. All kinds of legs! business attended to promptly. 40-49 K LINE WOODRING ATTORNEY-AT-LAW Bellefonte, Pa. 51-1-1y Practices in all the courts. C. HEINLE.—Attorney at Law, Bellefonte eo Pa. Office in Hale building, opposite Court House All professional business will re- ceive prompt astention. 30 1s J. H. WETZEL.— Attorney and Counsellor at e Law. Office No. 11, Crider's Exthange second floor. All kinds of legal business atten ed to promptly. Consultation in English or SeNnAD. ETTIG, ROWER & ZERBY,—At sat w, Eagle Block, Bellefonte: Po pus. JE.YOU WANT TO SELL standing timber, sawed timber, rail ties, and chemical wood. IF YOU WANT TO BUY umber of ans kind worked or 10 h, White Pine, Chestnut or Washington Red Cedar les, or kiln dried Millwork, Doors Shing | to Orvis, er & Orvis. Practice in all the courts. Consultaiions in English or Ger. man. 50-7 M. KEICHLINE~ATTORNEY-AT-LAW.— . Practice in all the courts. Consultation n English and German. Office south of Court house. All professional business will recalve prompt attention. 19-5-1y9® Physicians. 8. GLENN, M. D., Phy~ician and Sa State College, Centre county, Pars Snes Ww Sash, Plastering Lath, Brick, Ete at his residence. *0 to — — P. B. CRIDER & SON 1818-1 Bellefonte, Pa. Dentists. D5 H.W. TATE, n Dentist, office in the Bush Arcade, Bellefonte, Pa. All modern | oe Se, fa | reasonable. wiih AVE IN — errr Meat Markets. YOUR MEAT BILLS. i rom There is no reason wh should use { {JET THE gr Ay G juicy steaks. Good mest abundant here- abouts, because good catile sheep and calves | BEST MEATS. are to be had, You save nothing by buying, oot thin WE BUY ONLY THE BEST or gristly meats. I 'use only t and we sall only that which is good. We don’t ise to give it away, but we will furnish you D MEAT, at prices that you have paid elsewhere for very poor. . ——GIVE US A TRIAL— and see if you don't save in the long run and have better Meats, Poultry and Game (in ses- son) han have been furnished you. GETTIG : KREAMER Berieronte, Pa. Bosh House Block 44-18 Best Route to the Northwest. In going to St. Paul, Minneapolis or the Northwest see that your ticket west of Chicago reads via The Pioneer Limited on the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Rail- way—the route over which your letters go. Standard and compartment sleepers with longer, higherand wider berths. Leaves Union Station, Chicago, 6.30 p. m. daily; arrives St. Paul next morning at 7.25 and Minneapolis at 8.00 o’clock. JOHN R. POTT, District Passenger Agent, Room D, Park Building, Plitsharg. Faubles Great Clothing House. EEE EEE RE Ser Se THE FAUBLE CLOTHES ARE DESIGNED AND MADE =. .FOR MEN WHO CARE... You will appreciate this if you but take the time to SEE the kind of clothes shown at the Fauble Stores this season. Hand Tailor- ing, Where Hand Work is Best, WOOL Where Price Warrants it. But Honest Clothes, no matter HOW LOW THE PRICE, No Store Can do More. Few Will do as Much. We promise to show you More Good Clothing, your kind of Clothes than you will find in all of Bellefonte’s other stores combined. LARGEST, FATTEST, CATTLE, and supply my customers with the fresn- est, chafoost, ¢t blood and muscle mak. ing Steaks and Roasts. My prices are no higher than poorer meals are else- where I always have weDRESSED POULTRY cee Guwe in season, and any kinds of geod meats you want. Tar My Swor. P. L. BEEZER. fligh Street. Bellefonte Fine Job Printing. JRE JOB PRINTING Queene A SPECIALTY we 0 AT THE WATCHMAN OFFICQE. There is no style of work, froin the chespes Dodger" to the finest t—BOOK-WORK,~—1 that we can not do in the most satisfactory man ner, and a Prices consistent with the class of work. Call on or communicate with this office. ERAS 3 ¥ i eae M. Fauble ® Son. Your Money Back for the Asking. a ssi RA SS
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