- ' - 1 - ITT I VOL. 31 THE LANTERN PARADE. Last Tuesday evening the streets were crowded with people, not only from this place but from all the sur rounding country as well, to witness the second annual lantern parade of the Bloomsburg wheelmen. Promptly on time, the procession led by the band started, and they marched over the following route : Up Market to Main, down Main to West, out West to Fourth, out Fourth to Market, down Market to Fifth, out Fifth to East, up East to Main, clown Main to the fountain, around the fountain and up Main to the Town Hall. While the parade was not as large as last year, yet the decorations were fine and showed great skill on the part of the people who prepared them. As the procession passed the fountain it was reviewed by Dr. J. P. Welsh, James C. Brown and George S. Rob bins, who had been selected as judges to decide the disposition of the prizes, and they awarded them as follows : The first prize, which consisted of a gold watch was awarded to D. E. Hughes and F. S. Nagle, who had four bicycles bound together and over which was constructed a trolley car. It was a unique affair and showed great skill on the part of the designers. The second prize which consisted of a fine mantle clock, which had been contributed by Hess Bros., was won by James Dennis, who in a very able manner iv; emed his Satanic Ma jesty. TIk :l.;rd prize which consisted of a gold mounted pump, presented by West and I lolgate, was won by W. S. Rishton, who had his wheel decorated in an original manner to represent a "Gold Bug." The fourth which was a search light lantern, pre sented by Mr. Smith, manufacturer of the "Stormcr" bicycle, was easily won by Master Fred, son of H. D. Edgar. There were numerous other wheels which were finely decorated, among which might be mentoned that of Mr. Karl Wirt, which was adorned with sixty-four lanterns, and he would un doubtedly have captured one of the prizes had they not caught fire on Fourth street, between West and Market. The citizens of the town entered into the spirit of the occasion and many of them decorated their homes and places of business. The decorations at the Exchange Hotel were unusually fine. As it was, every one had a jovial time, and it was pro nounced a success. They Were All Pleased, . The recital in the Methodist Taber nacle last Friday evening by Miss Grace V. Correll, who has been study ing at the Emerson College of Oratory in Boston, was enjoyed by a fair sized and appreciative audience. Miss Correll has a sweet, clear voice, and as an elocutionist she can command the attention of her hearers. Her selections were well chosen and show ed her versatility to a marked degree. Her performances throughout were excellent and were deserving of a much larger audience. The entertainment opened by a quartette comp6sed of Misses Hattie Ringrose, Myra Shutt, Messrs. Ed. Ent and Frank Eyer. Miss Correll's first4 selection entitled "Free Grace and Dyin' Love," was fine. Among her others were the following: "My Ships," "One, Two, Three," "Mr. Travers' First Hunt," "Queen Anna Cottage," Delsarte movements, and others, concluding with a pantomime, "Jesus Lover of My Soul," sweetly accompanied by Miss Hattie Ringrose. Ed. Ent, in his inimitable way, charm ed the audience by singing "The Holy City. Special Oounoil Meeting. A special meeting of the Town Council was held last Thursday even ing for the purpose of taking some action in regard to widening West street, between First and Second. Alter discussion an ordinance was read and adopted to widen said street to the width of forty-six feet, and in lieu of Stephen Knorr throwing out a certain number of feet of ground, the Town will pay him fifty dollars and lay a pavement along his property. The Paragon Plaster & Supply Co. sent in a request asking Council to exempt them from taxation for a period of ten years, which upon motion was granted. This is the season of the year when the man who never accumulated a hundred dollars at one time in his life can tell you all about how to reg elate the finances of the nation. He is nuirtcuu uad to be found on every curbstone and in every bat room. He is religiously opposed to work. Verily, we ate a nation of financiers. THE PONY OUTFIT GIVEN AWAY Last Thursday evening a large crowd congregated in front of the Clothing Store of J. M. Gidding & Co. to ascertain who had been the lucky person who held the winning ticket which entitled them to the piny and cart. Last March they announc ed that with every dollar's worth of goods purchased they would present the purchaser with a ticket entitling to a chance on the outfit, a.id the drawing would take place on that evening, by a little girl blind folded who would draw from the large sealed box twenty one tickets and the twen ty first number Kvould be the lucky one. Promptly at the appointed time the bright eyed little daughter of W. L. Demaree, the lumber merchant, was lifted into the large show window which contained the locked chest, which was opened by W. O. Holmes, and in the presence of the judges, A. 11. Bloom, W. O. Holmes, J. C. Rutter of the Daily, W. L. Eyerly of the Columbian, and an immense crowd of on lookers, the drawing commenced. While the numbers were being drawn one could have heard a pin drop, so interested was everyone. The numbers were passed to each of the judges who deposited them in a hat and then came the twenty-first draw which was 16,119, and the one to whom b-:'ongs the entire outfit consisting of pony, cart, harness and belongings ; up to going to press it was not claimed, but no doubt the owner will turn up as soon as they read of :t in the papers. Everything was conducted in a fair and impartial manner throughout and Gidding & Co., deserve the credit of having had one of the best advertise ments that has ever been in this town. The holder upon bringing the lucky number, 16,119, t0 tne'r store can drive away with the pony outfit, DEATa OF HIRAM W. THORNTON. Information was received here last Monday morning that Hiram W. Thornton known to many of readers died at the Montour House, Danville, last Sunday evening about eight o'clock, after an illness of two weeks. He was born in Bloomsburg, a son of the late James Ihdrnton, and resided here until he went to Danville where he was the manager in the Baldy Dry Goods store for many years or until the firm broke up. Mr. Thornton then went west and finally came back to Danville about a year ago and has been holding the position of clerk in the Montour House. The deceased was aged about sixty six years, a brother of James Thorn ton of this town and of William and Thomas, and father of Frank all de ceased. Services were held Tuesday after noon after which the body was brought here on the 2:36 D. L. & W. train and interred in Rosemont Ceme tery. Leg Broken, William Lora, of the firm of Lora & Baker, bottlers, is laid up with a broken leg. He was returning from delivering a load of bottled stuff at Slabtown, accompanied by Jacob Fisher. As they drove up the hill this side of Morris' hotel Mr. Lora gave the horse a cut with the whip, and the animal plunging suddenly forward tipped the seat backwards, throwing both Lora and Fisher out of the wagon, and then ran away. Mr. Fisher was cut about the legs and had an arm bruised, but not seriously, while Lora had evidently been struck by or caught his leg in the wheel, as it was badly splintered between the knee and ankle, being fractured in two places. The horse was caught at Casper Hower's, but Mr. Morris sent the injured man home with his hotel team. Dr. B. F. Sharpless was called in and reduced the fractures, and says that William has a two months' job on his hands. News Item. A NbW INDUSTRY, The Paragon Plaster and Supply Company which for a long time have been doing an extensive business at Scranton have opened a branch in this place. The building formerly oc cupied by Charles Krug as a planing mill along the 1. L. it W. railroad has been purchased, ami is row being put in proper condition for the manu fact ai e of their goods. W. h. White an.l Creasy & Wells have joined the company and it is the intemon to push the 1 Unt to its fullest 1 apae'ty, " I'olitii s makes fellows," and never than this year. btraii; more ;c lieu-strange BLOOMSBUHG, PA., TIIU11SDAY, AUGUST 6, WILLIAM H. 8WENTZEL DEAD. William H. Swentzel died at his home on West Third street on Sunday at half past twelve p. m., aged sixty years and seven months. The deceased was born in Clarion county, Pa., and when a young man came to this county and worked on a farm above Light Street until he was married when he moved into the village. When the war broke out he volunteered and enlisted in the 2nd Pa. Corps for three years. He was shot through the knee and ever after was a cripple. Upon his return from the war he shortly afterward moved to Bloomsburg and entered into the employ of the Iron Dale Company and remained with them twenty-two years, since which time he has been dealing in fruit, &c. The deceased was a good citizen, active and indus trious. He was twice married and was the father of six children, three of whom with his first wife are dead ; the surviving members of the family are the two sons Sheridan and Roy and their step-mother. Mr. Swentzel was the oldest mem ber of the Order of American Me chanics in this section, and was also a member of the Union Veteran Legion. His wounded leg has been bother ing him for some time ai.d to it is at tributed his death. Funeral services were conducted at the house by Rev. B. C. Conner Tuesday afternoon at four o'clock and interment in Rosemont Cemeteiy. The Order of American Mechanics attended in a body. A BOOM FOR CATAW1SSA. Additional Freight to be Run Over this Divis ionThe Boom to Start N;x! Wcoh. Catawissa has never suffered for want of rumors regarding the P. & R. R. R. If matters in street corner discussion become stagnant, one could go over to the other end of the river bridge and whisper any sort of story to one of the bridge timbers concern ing some proposed boom on the Reading, and before he could run back to the Penn'a R. R. crossing his story would be under discussion by every group of people on the street. But we have something authentic to offer this week. There is a boom in store for Catawissa, and it will start next week, when six additional freight trains will be run over this division of the P. &. R. R. R. The freight will consist of the through soft coal and coke, for Tamanend and the main line. It will, of course, be run by through crews, but additional pushers will be located here, and additional yard and shop hands will be needed. The P. & R. "transit," carrying Superintendent B, F. Bertolct, Assist ant Superintendent and Engineer J. S. Ward, Master Mechanic G. S. Allen and Assistant Trainmaster M. A. Bertolet, arrived here on Monday afternoon, and they came over to ar range for the transfer. Superintend entBertolet remarked, "Well, we start a boom for Catawissa next week." One of the officials remarked, "We must start it gradually 5 we can't do it all at once." Of course rumors as to the final outcome are thicker than candidates in harvest. The substantial evidence of better times will be welcomed by our people. News Item. A Free Scholarship, The State Normal School of this place in February offered $500 in tuition for the best advertisement of their school and its advantages as an educational institution. This com petition was to expire Aug. 1, but has been extended until Aug. 25. 11 ere is an opportunity which is seldom offered for some one of our bright boys or girls to receive an edu cation. Who will take advantage of it? I he Columbian again reminds its Democratic readers that every vote cast at the caucuses next Saturday will be recorded at the county con vention in favor of the candidate be fore whose name their first choice is indicated. Individual votes cc. ;it rot only in your own election district in the naming of delegates, but also in the direct naming of candidates for office. So see to it you are at the polls, and that you vote as vou please, not as some one else wants you to. The Catawissa A'tws itti safely says that between the army worm ami the candidates the farmers will not get lonesome. BIOYCLE MEET. 1 no second annual bicycle meet of the Bloomsburg Wheelmen was held at the Fair Ground, yesterday afternoon. Never in the history of this place had there been such a gath ering. The town was crowded, and it appeared almost like Fair time. It was a success because the following named gentleman had the matter in charge. OFFICERS. Referee; C. M. Trice, Scranton, Ta. Judges. K. S. Swayze, Berwick, Pa., C. W. Funston, Bloomsburg, Pa., A. I). Knnpp, Wiliiamsport, Pa. Timtrs; Samuel C. Brown, BloomsUirg, C W. McKelvy Jr. Bloomsburg, M. L. Schrnm, Llanville, Pa. Scorerj A. V, Duy, Bloomsburg. Starter; (i. I. Kinglcr, Bloomsburg. Clerk of Course; V. S. Kixhton, Blooms burg. Asst. Clerk of Course; W. II. Eyer, Bloomsburg. Umpires; David Tasker, Bloomsburg, C. II. Hagenbuch, Bloomsburg, Charles Kesty, Bloomsburg, Marry Aehcnbach, Bloomsburg. Announcer; S. H.IIarman, Bloomsburg The following was the results. First event. One Mile Novice 1st, Pair M. V. Tires, $ia, II. C. Jewell, JJ. VV., Bloomsburg. Second, bicycle suit, (7.50, Walter Leibenguth, Jennsvillc. Third, search light lantern, 1515.03, A. G. J. Koth, C. W., l.aurys. Time, 2:37. skcond event. One-Half Mile Open. First heat. 1st. Chas. W. Krick, P. W, Heading. 2nd. F. P. Gstaldcr Jr. W. V. C, Wiliiamsport. 3d. Chas. Coleman, W. S. W. Scranton. lime, 1.12. Second hrat. 1st. Guy A. DeWitt, Wilkes B.-.rrc. ?d. K V. Cruise, M. V., A'icn' iwu. 3d B. V. Kel'?r, S. R. V., Scranton. Time 1. 1 1. THIRD bvknt. Boys Race (under :( yrs. of age.; First, Gents Furnishing Goods, $5.00, Will McMichael, B. B. C, Berwick. Second, Bicycle shoes, $3.00, Geo. Harry, B. B. C, Berwick. Third, Cyclometer and bell, $2.50, J. S. Rinkimer. Time, 3:28. FOl'kTii event. Two Mile Lap Race. First, Diamond Stud, $35.00, Chas. W. Krick, P. W.t Reading. Second, Cluster Scarf Pin, 25 oo, John U. Corser, M. W., Allentown. Third, Watch charm or fob, flo.oo, Ralph Gregory, S. R. W., Scranton. Time, 5.04$. fikth event. Benner Bros , Tliila. SIXTH event. Special Race to Beat Track Record of 2.20. Gold Watch, $25 00 1st. C. W. Krick, 2nd. K. S. Yousc. ird. B. F. Keller. Time. 2. itk Seventh event. Two Mile Four Countv Championship, (Columbia, Lycoming, Luzerne, Montour.) First, Diamond ring, 25.oo, F. P. Gstalder, Jr., W. W. C, Wiliiamsport. Second, . Fountain pen and traveling bag, $12.00, J. N. Harry, B. B. C. Berwick. Third, Silver Mounted Umbrella, $5.00, K. L. VanValkenburg, W. S. W., 1 iiiston. lime. e:?2 I-?. Eton ni event. Final Heat One-Half Mile Open. First, Diamond ring, $K.oo C. W. Krick. Second. Scarf pin. $20 oo. R.V.White. Third, ring, $10.00, C. E. Coleman. Time, l;05 4-S. Ninth Event. Club Handicap. 1st. ring. ifclo.oo, II. C. Jewell, B. W. 2nd, Shaving set, 5.co, B. T. Puisell, B. W. 3rd. Hi cycle sundries, f 2.00, Boyd Furman B. W. Tune 2.25. Tenth event. One Mile Open. First heat 1st. R. L. Ar.ier, A. , Allen, town. 2nd. I. C. Henderson, W. E. W Lewistown. 3rd. R. W. Crouse, M. W., Allentown. Time 1.12 4-s. Second heat. 1st. Chas. Krick, P. W.. Reading. 2d. J. N. Harry, B. B. C, Ber wick. 3d. Chas. Coleman, W. S. V Scranton. Time 2.2o. Final heat. 1st, diamond pin, f 35, Chas. Krick, Reading. 2d. Diamond stud, $25, R. L. Arner, Allentown. 3d. Dress suit case, $10.03, R. W. Crouse, Allentown. 1 ime 2.15. Last Event. Three mile handicap. 1st. Diamond stud, 835.00, Robert S. Riker. 2d. Diamond ring, $25.00, Ralph A. Greg ory. 3d. Diamond scarf pin, flS CJ, fc. S. ouse, 4th. Pearl handled pen, $5.00, Robt. V. White. Time 7. 11. Owing to several inquiries and ft general misunderstanding among many people as to the builder of the Trolley Car which won first prize in the bicycle lantern parade last Tues day evening, we would say that Daniel E. Hughes of Espy, is entitled to the distinction of having built the outfit. The manner in which it was gotten up, and the fact that it weighed less than 250 pounds, reflects very much upon the mechanical ability of Mr. Hughes. The decorations, etc., were performed by F. S. Nagle, W. II. Bittenbender, WiVam Green wait. It might also be stated that work on the car was not commenced until 11 o'clock on Monday morning, and at 6 o'clock Tuesday evening it was on its road to Bloomsburg. Last Saturda) evening officer Culp in endeavoring o capture an un muzzled dog was severely bitten in. his finger and hand by the animal. The wound was immediately cauter ized and as the dog was not suffering from any disease no serious conse quences are anticipated. A. M- E. OAMP MEETING- Colored campmeeting will open at Rupert Grove on August 12 and will continue for ten days, under the direction of Rev. II. K.hnsrm. All are invited. An admission fee of ten cents will be charged on Sundays. Able preachers will be in attendance. 1896. Our Money Saving STOCK CLEARING SALE a great success. B USY STORE even mi penou- ine snen emptying narvest 13 here, lie or she that can resist the temptations offered 13 bargain bullet proof. We re absolutely clearing out every article of summer clothing at positive coat rather than to carry it over to another season. $0 and $10 men's suits at $0 and $G. Elegant fine black, sack or cutaway suits of $15 quality are $10. Boy's and children's suits are $1 25, $1.75 and $2.50 that sold for $2.00, $2.75 and 3.50. Cool things such as crash, duck, linen, serge or flannel coats, or coats and vests, 50c. now trunks, traveling bags and COMPARE IT WITH ANY OTHER HAT SHOWN AT $2.50- IT WAS A SUOOESS. The excursion which XV. C.ICamp No. tig, P. O. S. of A. took to Valla- mont Park last Saturday was a success in every particular. Six hundred and Lsixty tickets were sold and the D. L. & W. railroad company landed them at the park in good time and without an accident. The day was a perfect one, aad not only the committee who had the matter in charge but the officials of the park did every thina in their power to render the trip a pleasant one. The band made many friends in the Lumber City by reason of the fine music they discoursed. Mrs. Mary J., wife of Jesse Hicks, died at her home on West Second street, Saturday evening at eight o'clock, after having been confined to her room for the past four weeks, afflicted with paralysis. Mrs. Hicks was a most estimable woman, and was highly respected by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband and three sons, Webster of Orange- ville, Mahlon of Berwick, and William of this town. Funeral services were held at the house, by Rev. B. C. Conner, of the M. E. church, Tuesday morning at nine o clock, ana interment was in the Berwick cemetery. There was a large exodus to the people of this place to Mountain Grove this week. Among the number who have tents there are M. J. Hess and family, George W. Hess and family, A. B. Heller and family, Clark Brown and family, Mrs. Clarissa Peacock, L. N. Moyer and family, Rev. B. C. Conner and family, Miss Mary Reichart, Frank Cavanee and family, Mrs. Maria Hess, Mrs. K. C. Ent, Miss Flora Skeer, Clark Reichart and family, H. G. Supplee and family, Mrs. Robert Young and S. I). Ney hart. Mrs. Sarah Seip died at her home in Light Street, July 24th, after a lingering illness. She was a sister of Mrs. Philip Fritz, Mrs. M. M. Hicks, Mrs. J. R. Robbins of the same place, Mrs. Wm. Huhei of Ilazleton, John Stahl of Wilkes -Uarrc, a.J William of Cenlie. She was an ciitiuublv! Chiiii lian lady aad died in ilie hope of a blissful immortality. She will be missed by a large circle of friends. NO. 32 in this supposed to be dull . 1 and upwards. Reduced prices valises complete variety. he " mm PI A genuine $2.50 hat in the new Autumn shape and color for $1.90. Death of an Aged Lady. Mrs. Susan Funston, widow of the late John Funston, died at her home on West Second Street, last Thursday morning at about three o'clock, aged eighty one years. The deceased had not been in good health for some time, but was able to be up and about until ten days ago. Mrs. Funston was born and raised in Bloomsburg, a daughter of Eddings Barkley, deceased, and after marriage resided at Muncy, Lairdsville and in Virginia. At the latter place her hus band died, about fifteen years or more ago, and then Mrs. Funston came to Bloomsburg to reside. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. I. M. Patterson of the Presby terian church, Saturday afternoon, and interment in Rosemont Cemetery. The Lutheran congregation were pleased to have Rev. Manhart in his old place in their pulpit on last Sab bath morping, and to listen to an earnest discourse on the theme of the Deaconess work in the church. He talks with his old time energy and plainness. He left for Espy Sabbath afternoon to talk on the same subject for Rev. Rupley of that place. Mrs. Rachael Ale, wife ot Henry Ale, of Mt. Pleasant, died Sunday night at ten o'clock, aged about eighty years. The deceased was the mother of Mrs. John Oman and was well and favorably known. Funeral services Tuesday morning at ten o'clock, and interment at Kitchen's cemetery. . Regular preaching services on next Sabbath morning at 10:30 in the Lutheran church, by the pastor. In the evening there will be a special service of song singing by the choii ; ' and congregation, with explanation of J hymns by the pastor. All are invitedv f W. R. Krick came within 2 second of smashing the State record, making 1 . one nine in 2:13. 1111s race was run j , J'j for a $25.00 gold watch donated by ft f .V-ly.kV J. E. Roys, jeweler, and w as a very A';',4, i''f exciting race. :r : .rv- ... . I , I -u ' '1 A fre'-ht tram on the I). L. & W. ran over a man at Northumberland l.v t evening and cut his head off. '. Ho w.:.:, a tramp and in attempting to ' steal a ridj missed hi.-; h.jld jud f-;U beneath the cars with the above!" result. I'm i ; ? a ii i a. r .I.WV:' 4, : ,1 i c.
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