THE COLUMBIAN, BLOOMSBURG, PA. llumtrimt. ESTABLISHED 1S66. il'ftc (folumMa gUmofrat, SSTAIlulSllKD 1837. CONSOLIDATED 1869. i'fBUSllKS "SVKKY TIIIHSDAY MOKNINO at Hloomsburg, tlie county seat of Columbia Comity, Pennsylvania. vJKO. K. EL WELL Editor. WEO. C. KOAN, FOBKMAN. Tea: Inside tne county fl.OOaycarlD nd nco; $1.50 If not paid In advance Outside the county, $1.85 a year, strictly In advnno. All communications should be addressed to TIIK COLUMBIAN. Dloomsburg, ra. THURSDAY, DECKMBER 17, 1896. r .. . .. IGNORANCE OF LAW NO LXOUSE. In a case last week as appears in the court proceedings, a pros ecution for selling liquor on election day, the court in suspending sentence as to imprisonment did so on the ground that the counsel for the de fendant and the District Attorney stated that the sale was made after the polls had been closed and the vote announced to the public, and that the defendant believed he had a right to sell under the law. The law explicitly declares that no liquor shall be sold on election day, and this has been repeatedly inter preted by the courts to mean the whole day, from twelve o'clock Mon day night to twelve o'clock Tuesday night. The object of the law in pro hibiting sales of liquor on election day was to prevent fights and brawls at a time when excitement runs high, and also to prevent candidates and their friends from influencing voters by the pernicious system.of "treating." There does not seem to be any more objection to selling on election day after the polls are closed and the vote announced than at any other time. Nor is it so great an offense to sell then, as it is to sell to minors, to drunkards, or on Sunday. These latter cases are evils in themselves, while the former is only a prohibited act, though the law makes no distinc tion, and the penalty in all cases is the same, being fine and imprisonment ' The court has power to suspend sentence whenever it believes that the cause of justice requires it, and in this case we believe that the law was suf ficiently vindicated by the imposition of a fine of fifty dollars and the costs ; but-the ground upon which the sus pension of sentence is based is faulty because it is not a legal ground, and because it establishes a precedent which it will be dangerous to follow. "Ignorance of the law excuses no one," is a maxim as old as the law itself, . ana it has never been held in any court that ignorance of the law is an excuse lor violating any statute. If it is a reason for suspending sentence when the offense is selling liquor on election day, then why not for selling to minors or on Sunday ? The entering of the plea of guilty by the defendant, without putting the county to the expense of a trial, and the further fact that the sales were made after the polls closed and the vote announced, would have been sufficient reason for suspending sen tence as to imprisonment, and it would have left no chance for others encaged in the same traffic, and who may com mit more flagrant offenses, to expect to be let off with a fine on the plea that they were ignorant of the law. DOES NOT WANT A EAISE- Congressman Increase Cannon Not in In Legislative Favor of Salaries. an Congressman Cannon, of Illinois, chairman of the committee on appro priations, does not look with favor upon the propositiou of Congressman Boatner, of Louisiana, to increase the salary of the Speaker and of every member of the House of Representa tives. He says: "There are 356 members of this House, and to give an increase of $2 500 per annum to each member would amount to an ag gregate of $890,000 ; and if $2,000 is added to the salary of the Speaker, the total would be $892,000 per annum. I do not believe that the people want any further burdens to bear in the way of taxation. " If the House of Representatives should increase the compensation of . its members from $5,000 to $7,500 per annum, of course the Senators would want a similar increase in their incomes. There are 90 Senators, and their total increased compensa tion would be $225,000, to which amount the additional sum of $2,000 should be added for the Vice Presi dent, making $227,000. Now add that to the sum proposed to be ex pended for the House of Representa tives, and you will see that Congress man Boatner really proposes to in crease the total taxation of the conn try for salaries of Senators and Re presentatives, in the grand total of $1,117,000. " If Congress should do that, at a time when the Treasury is so depleted, the people would retire to private life every man who would vote for the proposition." Congressman Cannon is right. The salary is too high now for cervice rendered. When the people are suffering under the burden of taxation and hard times, they will not submit to a salary crab by congress. The laborer is worthy of his hire, and salaries of public officers should be sufficient to. compensate fairly for work done, but public office is not a private snap out of which the officials are expected to amass fortunes. If the present congress wants to feel the effects of a political cyclone, let them vote themselves additional salaries. They now get $sooo a the " perquisites " amount to. " Tanner " Kulp, 111. The following from Washington dated the 14th appeared in the Ilar risburg Patriot of Tuesday. It says : " Congressman Kulp is alarmingly ill. He arrived here at noon to-day from his home at Shamokin suffering intensely from a high fever. When a physician was summoned he found the young congressman's temperature at the alarming height of 104 degrees. Last week Mr. Kulp re ceived word from home that a large tract of timber land which he owns in Pennsylvania was being devastated by forest fires. He at once left for the scene and it is supposed that he exposed and over-exerted himself. When he left home early this morn ing he felt well and thought nothing of it until he passed Ilarnsburg, when he was taken with severe chills, which hourly increased in violence. When he reached Washington he was scarce ly able to get to his hotel. The at tending physicians say they are not certain as to whether Mr. Kulp is suffering from an attack of malaria or is threatened with typhoid fever. Everything is being done to relieve him." THE NEW TAKIFF BILL- An Impression Prevails That the Measure Will Pass Early in the Extra Session. The prevailing impression among! Republican members of the House of I Representatives is that there will be a tariff bill passed within two weeks after the extra session of Congress convenes next March. The Dingley bill as now being prepared will be completed some time this winter, and will approximate perfection as a re venue producer. It will be the work of the ablest men in the House of Representatives, under the direction of Speaker Reed, and under the guidance of Chairman Dingley. In order to make sure of its enactment into law the Republicans of the com mittee on ways ana means will have with them for consultation Senator Aldrich, of Rhode Island, and Senator Allison, of Iowa, the leaders of the Senate committee on finance. By thus working together the bill to be prepared will be formulated to suit the Senate that is, as far as that body can be suited. One of the Republican members of the committee on ways and means says : " It is generally understood that the Congress is to convene in extra sesf ion on March 15, by procla mation of President McKinley. Speak er Reed knows this and will be ready to at once announce his committee appointments. Then on March 16 or 17, the chairman of our committee, probably Mr. Daizell, will introduce the bill which we are now preparing It will be referred to our committee in a formal manner, and, being al reaciy xuiiy considered, it can De re ported back to the House on March 18 and a time set for its discussion and passage. Of course, we must let the minority have time to make speeches, and we must make some speeches on our side ; but I expect the debate to be limited to about ten days, and then the bill will be passed under a special rule, with Speaker Keed in the chair with his gavel in hand. That is an epitome of the situation, and you will find it to be correct. Immediately after the bill is passed by the Senate it will be en grossed and taken to the Senate ; and God only knows what will happen there, because the Senate is a body composed of peculiar people. Scirotftuta Makes life misery to thousands of people. It manifests itself in many different ways, like goitre, swellings, running sores, boils, salt rheum and pimples and other eruptions. ' Scarce ly a man is wholly free from it, in some form. It clings tenaciously until the last vestige of scrofulous poison is eradicated by Hood's Sarsaparilla, the One True Blood Purifier. Thousands of voluntary testimonials tell of suffering from scrofula, often inherited and most tenacious, positive ly, perfectly and permanently cured by Inloodl Sarsaparilla Prepared only by C. I. Hood & Co., Lowell, Mass. Be sure to get Hood's and only Hood's. HOOd S PlllS pills, aid digestion. 20a JdHAS LONG'S SONS' WEEKLY MATS. Wjikes-Barke, Ta., December 17, 1S90 Let us remind our renders, tli?. the lime, for purchasing your gifts or the glad season is now, and the pl?.cc to buy them is here, provid ing always, you want the most useful things at the very lowest prices. The big store is fairly packed with the good things that help make Christmas a day of happiness. Wc wish wc could tell you more about them, a suggestion is all our space permits. The first suggestion is our beautiful line ol silk web, fancy ftillcd garters, with buckle arrd bow trimmings, in any shade your fancy dictates, seven distinct qualities to select from at 19c, 23c, 30c, 59c, 75c, 85c. and $ 1.25. Satin licit Hose Support ers, 25c. Fancy Frilled Side Gaiters, 25c. Real Tortoise Shell Side-combs 35c, 49c, 09c and 98c. bteriinf Silver trimmed Side-combs, 35c. Chatelaine Bags, the latest novelty, colors to match costume, from the plain leather to fine seal eathcrand allcgator, 19c to $l.4y. Mens' New Solid Shank, Link Cuff-buttons, plain or stone setting on one aide, warranted lor 20 years at 75c. Mens Satin Suspenders, kid ends, gilt trimmings, in white, navy Daoy Diue and duck, witn wane edging, in a neat box, for 98c. Men's Silk Watch Fobs with heavd rolled gold buckle and hook warranted 20 years, at $1.00. Men's Imperial Scarfs, specially made for gifts, in all the delicate shades and newest patterns the price don't denote their quality they are rich 50c. German Silver Match Boxes, begin at 89c. Sterling Silver Gold Lined Match Boxes begin at $1.49- Sterling Silver Mustache Combs $1.49. Silver Mounted Tortoise Mus tache Combs, 69c. Men's Velvet Slippers, Chenille Embroidered Patent Leather Quarters, 74c. Picture Albums, bound on one side with fancy Celluoid, Plush o: Leather 011 reverse side, C9, 9St $T.2S, $1.89, $2.49, $2.69 and 2. 98, Brush, Comb and Mirror Set:- !n Celluoid Case, 89c, 9SC, $i.Co, $2.98 up to $5.48. Our line of Rocking Chairs cm- Drace 27 diflercnt styles to select from, the very lowest in price shows evidence of careful uesign and workmanship, Oak and Ma hogany Rockers "vith upholstered seats, begin at $1.69. Handso.nely Carved Mahogany Finished Rocker with saddle seats are $2.69 and $2 08. Rich Hand Polished Hard-wood tvockers witu coDDicr seats Deem at $2.48. rurs for the children, pretty Angora sets including Muff and Coliar, $1.48. Thibet sets, Muff and Collar $2.98. You want Ribbons for a thous and uses at this season, our recent arrival is a line of rich Gross Grain Ribbon, usually sold as 5 inch, acttiilly measures aIj inches, in pink, white, b'uc, apple, olive lavender, corn and black, you can buy it reasonable enough for ai:y purpose, the yard 23c, same lA inch 19c, same 2) inch i5c,sai;ie I inch 6 ecus. Remember our Big Toy Room the largest in the city it's worthy of a visit. Cor. W, Market and Public Square Wilkes-liarre. 1 am IQHH Merchant SUITS FROM S18.00. Lutheran Church services last Sabbath were in the interest of the Y- M. C. A, of this town. The pastor of the Lutheran Church spoke in the Evangelical Church owing to the failure of one of the speakers to appear. Dr. Johns of Hazleton spoke in the Lutheran Church in the morning and Mr. Lawmaster of Danville in the evening to full houses. The services were impressive, it is to be hoped much good will result to the associa tion, to the churches and to the town. There will be regular preaching services in the Lutheran Church next Sabbath morning and evening by the pastor. Sermons upon themes suit able to this season. The repairs upon the church which prevented the congregation occupying the main audience room last Sab bath have been completed and there is no doubt that it is stronger and better than ever, so that we are pre pared to worship with nothing to hinder. The last of the year is a good time to square up accounts. And a good place to begin is at the newspaper office where you have been getting a paper for one or two, or five or more years without paying for it. This office will be open every day except Sundays and Christmas, and we shall be very glad to receive calls. Though quite busy, we have plenty of time to write receipts. Mr. Isaac McCollum died on Mon day at the home of his sister. Mrs. M. A. Watson. A wife, three daughters, and a son survive. Funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. Watson on Wednesday morning at nine 1 clock. Interment at Derry, Montour County. Art Calendars for 1897 Tree. The publishers of "The Phila delphia Press " announce that they will give free to every reader of " The Sunday Tress art calendars for 897, worth easily $1.00. The calen dars will be in four parts, one of which will be civen free with " The Sunday Press " on each of the next foui Sundays December 20, Decem ber 27, January 3 and January 10. The first part will he supplied with a silken cord, which will serve to fasten all the parts together. Each part is a work of art which will beautify any room. The supply of these calendars is limited, so that all who want them had better order " The Sunday Press " in advance. TryGrain-01 Try Qrain-0 I Ask your Grocer to-day to show you a package of GRAIN O, the new food drink that takes the place of coffee. The children may drink it without in jury as well as an adult. All who try like it. GRAiN-O has that rich seal brown of Mocha or Java, but it is made from pure grains, and the most delicate stomach receives it without distress. the price of coffee. 15c. and 25c. per package. Sold by all grocers. i2-i7 4td. HOOD'S PILLS cure Liver Ills, Biliousness, Indigestion, Headache. A pleasant laxative. All CrugglsU. OUR HOLIDAY STOCK Is now ready for your inspec tion. The line ia complete and in it you can find something for each member of the family. Games from 3 cents to 1.75 Toy , Books 5 cents and upward. $1.10 10 $7.00. Framed and unframed pic tures. Any book published fur nished at Wanamaker prices. WILLIAM II. SLATE, tSCHANQE EOTIL SLS9. R. TQWNSENB, py: -.; VIA V' CORNER MAIN & MARKET Sts, BLOOMSBURG PA. Maceo Killed- The great Cuban leader, General Antonio Maceo, is reported to have been assassinated. He was invited to a parley with the acting Spanish Captain General, and accepted. It was proposed to him that peace be made, Cuba buying her independence. When he reached the rendezvous he found himself surrounded by Spanish soldiers. Being ordered to surrender, he refused defiantly and was shot down, the Spanish Major Lirejeda acting the part of assassin, with Dr. Maximo .enucna as assistant, in ine horrible drama. Convinced that not - FROM NOW TILL CHRISMS It's only a few days but each days of ordinary merchandising. The host of fancy articles in china, lamps, cut glass, han kerchiefs, must bo sold. We carry any over. Crowds visit this store every day. -lnere is a reason lor iti There is reason in it. If you will make this store the base o your holiday supplies you will IS IT HANDKERCHIEFS? No stock could be in better shape to fit your every desire. Watch the people at the counters, watch them buy, watch the selling it must be right. Ladies' hemstitched linen handker chiefs, 15c. or 9-4-250. Fancy edged, fancy figures, and open work edge. 15c. or 2--2SC Ladies' linen, fancy handkerchief, best value ever offered, 25c. each. Ladies' linen handkerchief, fancy and plain, point lace, and hand made lace, 40, 52, 75c, $1.00 to $3.00 ea. FANCY CHINA AND CUT GLASS. Don't want a piece left over. See how very interesting these lets look in print. More interesting when you see them. After dinner coffee and chocolate cups, 25c. and oc. ea. Bread and butter plates in Austin and Limoge china, $1.50, $2 so, end $4.00. the dbz. Chop dishes, $1.40, $1.75, $2.50 and $3.00 each. Elegant line of celery boats in china and cut glass, 75c. to $4 00. Chocolate pots, fancy plates, bon bon dishes, asparagus dishes, ice cream sets, cLret glasses, vinegar cruits, etc., etc. LAMPS. Our assortment of lamps this year is the finest to be seen any where around. BLOOMSIiURO, PA. SIE01S3 An extra accumulation of ladies' shoe3 in narrow widths and small sizes has induced U3 to put on sale several lots at greatly reduced prices. Widths A. B. and C, sizes 21 to 4. Former price. S2.50 and $3.00, now $1.50. W, C. MKiiroey. - 7 0 ' &Zs cox Columbian Building, Will be organized OCTOBER 29th, largest number of students of .$100 T t . . in or ner to lacilitate organizing scnoiarsnips will be sold for only $So . ... "b'"uiii.B curses in me angiisn departments. 1 true unlimited. The regular rates for these course ... ouiuuia uic nuill $IOO tO $200. For full information, write to Q. W. WILLIAMS, Pres. William.' College. MB Hatter TROUSERS FROM S5.00. withstanding his great army, he coul do nothing against the great Cuba leader, who has repeatedly defeats the Spanish generals in Tinar del Ri Weylcr conceived the idea of appeal ing his beastly instincts by col blooded murder, and making the be: of the secret relations between D Zertucha and the Marquis c Ah umada, he planned with the lattd his fiendish scheme. There are many reports as to ho Maceo came to his death, but th above seems to be about as corrcr 1 as any, ' - ' Try the COLUMBIAN a year. one of them is worth any tw do not want to, ana will noi see how satisfied you will be. Any style, any price and any quantit) D They were never cheaper or prettie I A handsome all china banquet lam I three distinct designs, globe includ ed, $4.2S ft An elegant banquet lamp, onyx sternlll open work, brass bowl, reraovabld'l fount, globe included, $5x0 Best bargains in a library lamp, ha tir some designs, corr'lete. $3.1 DRESS GCODS. What would be nicer than an ele gant rich dress for a Xmas present, Dress goods were never prettier o lower in price than now. We a. purely offering rare bargains in thi line. If y4ou want a nice pattern win pay you to see ours before yoil buy. DISHES. hy not give your wile a nice set of dishes for a Xmas present. Notl inc is more acceptable than this. V can give you two open stock pattern to pick from, or a dozen different dd signs in sets. In fact any thing yo want in the dish line FUR OPENING. E. B. Ripsom representing the Rip som & and Newland Fur Co., of Ne York will give an opening here in ou ur Department, on Dec. iGtli an 17th, Wednesday and Thursday ol this week. All are welcome. t of BLOOMSBURC, PA. One school in seven cities having anyjbusiness college in America. for $50. the Bloomsburc branch, the first fift each. A scholarship will entitle th business, Shorthand. Tvuewritiiiff. an(
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