9W L- OLntrll r T I Vii I x I 'i rYi l i i ir i VOL. 32 BLOOMSBUItG, PA., THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1S97. NO. 8 MOEDEOAI MILLARD. A few weeks ago Associate JuJge Mordecai Millard had a slight para lytic stroke, from which he recovered so that he was able to be present during the sessions of February court. On Friday morning last at four o'clock he had a second stroke, and died on Saturday morning at nine o'clock. Judge Millard was born in Center township on April 7, 1831. He was a son of Reese and Elizabeth Millard, and was married to Sarah J. Hoffman in December 185. Nine children were born to them, four of whom are living. They are William II , Annie E. and Mary I., residing at home, and Ernest S. of Nanticoke. Mr. Millard was elected sheriff of Columbia county in 1867, and served three years. He was then appointed Steward of the Normal School, and filled the position for one year. During the session of 187 1-3 he was appoint ed dodrkeeper of the House of Repre sentatives at Harrisburg. In 1875 he moved back to his farm in Center township, where he has since resided. In November 1890 he was elected Associate Judge on the Democratic ticket, and was reelected, in 1895 for a second term of five years. He was a man of genial disposition and had many friends all over the county. The funeral took place on Tuesday morn ing, and was largely attended. A meeting of the Bar was held on Monday morning, and appropriate action was taken relative to the death of Judge Millard. ,. KOTAL AROANUM RECEPTION. Nearly two hundred persons, con sisting of members of Bloomsburg Council of the Royal Arcanum and invited guests, assembled at the hall in Lockard's building on Wednesday eveninjr. At 8.30 the meeting was called to order by Regent A. W. Duy, and the program consisted of a vocal solo by Ed. Ent 1 an address by Grand Orator Weiss, of Bethlehem ; quartette by Messrs. Hartman, Ent, Eyer and Yetter; address by Grand Regent Leisenring, of Chambersburg ; violin solo by Mr. Keiple. Mr. Weiss is a member of the legislature for Lehigh county, and Mr. Leisenring is a Luth eran clergyman, and formerly lived at Catawissa. Their addresses dealt with the history and the fraternal features of the Order, as well as the benefits derived from membership. They were very interesting, and both 1!1 1 1 . .1 were iiDerauy appiauueu. Refreshments consisting of fried oysters, cold tongue, sandwiches, pickles, olives, sherbet, coffee and cake were nicely served by a number of young ladies under the direction ot Mrs. G. E. Wilbur. The refreshments were prepared at the Normal under the supervision of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Housel, the former being a mem ber of the committee having the affair in charge. Everything was delicious, and was greatly enjoyed by all. The whole affair was a grand success, and the committee having it in charge are to be congratulated upon their good management. The Roval Arcanum is a social fraternity with an insurance feature Any one desiring information can obtain it from any member. SOCIAL EVENTS. Mr. and Mrs.'S. Wigfall entertained a company of about twenty married people last week Wednesday evening, Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Rishton gave a large party at the Bloomsburg Club House last Thursday night in honor of Mr. Frank Sloan and his bride. In the receiving line were Mr. and Mrs. Rishton, Mr. and Mrs. Sloan, Miss Lilla Sloan, Mr. Boileau, of Baltimore, Miss Bone of Scranton. The music was furnished bv three pieces from Wilkes-Barre, and was very good Dancincr continued until after two o'clock in the morning. The refresh ments were elaborate, and were well served. The house was beautifully kimmed with flowers and vines. Al together it was a very charming affair, ... 1 ana the leading social icaiurc Bloomsburg for several years. in Those present from out of town were, Mr. and Mrs. R. Andreas of Wilkes-Barre. Miss Bone of Scranton Mrs. Hanlv of Berwick. Mr. Boileau of Baltimore. Mr. and Mrs. S. Goodhue of Tamison City 1 Miss Brown of Williamsport ; Harry Drci fuss of Hazleton Russell Kelly Danville. I. G. Deitrick has sold his store on Market Square to William Deitrick, and the latter has transferred it to Mrs. Blanche Deitrick. The business will be conducted by. I. G. Deitrick, Agent NORMAL 6, PITTSTON 3, There was a good attendance at the basket ball game Friday night, to witness the Normal boys add another victory to their long list. The game itself was not a very brilliant one, and fouls and rough plays were numerous, but as our boys came out victorious everyone left the "gym" satisfied. Not until a few minutes before the game did the Normal team learn that seven men and divided floor was to be played, and as they have not practiced it and were obliged to play men to gether who have not been practicing with each other, the victory can be considered a great one. Pittston has been practicing this way and has some very strong players and played a rough game from the start. The line up : Moore, . . ( McGufiie, Berry F. J At taCK Van Valkenbcrg, Young, ) (Young, Berry H. S-Cen tre-j Nagle, Fox, ) ( Anthony, Harrar, " Def f Shcctz, Worthington, ) Francis. Score Normal 6, Pittston 3. Fouls Worthington 2, Fox, Moore, Young, Sheetz, McGufiie, Nagle. Goals from field Moore, tox, Van Valkenberg ; From fouls Moore 2, Van Valkenberg. Referee Detwilcr. Umpire G. J. Thomas. Time two halves of twenty minutes. WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY Passes by Very Quietly in Bloomsburg. The employees of the two banks, and the school children were about the only people who made any ac count of Washington's Birthday in Bloomsburg. The stores were ah open, and everything else went along as usual. The patriotism shown in the dis play of flags was small, several resi dents threw the stars and stripes to the breeze, and these were very pleas ant to the sight. From the top of Harman & Hassert's works, a flag was kept floating ail day. There were several entertainments in the evening There was a goodly zed audience at the Normal School, it being the anniversary of the Callie pian Society, they having secured for the evening s entertainment the cele brated Nashville Jubilee Singers, and the reputation tnis organization has established on their former visit to out town was fully upheld on Monday night.- In addition to this the friendship Fire Company held their 30th annual ball in the Enterline Building, and was largely attended. The strains of the music furnished by the orchestra could be heard upon the night air un til a late hour, and judging from the many successful balls held by this Company in former years, there is only one conclusion to reach and that is that all present nad a jouy good time. Thus ended another birthday 01 him who was first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his country men. TERNET STOHNER. Mr. Daniel Terney, of this town, and Miss Lizzie, daughter of B. Stoh ner, prop, of the Central Hotel, were married by Rev. A. J. McCann, in St. Columbia's church, at 7 o'clock this morning. After the ceremony was . . .'. r J - C ..1..- over, the immediate uienus 01 me contracting parties returned to the Central Hotel where the wedding breakfast and a reception was held. Mr. Terney is a prominent young man of town, and is one of the repre sentatives of the Prudential Insurance Co. May their wedded life be a long and happy one. Misses Minnie Pollock and Cora Miller entered this office on Feb. 26, 1894, to learn the printing trade. It was an experiment that had never been tried in Bloomsburg, and we were uncertain as to its success, but a very short time proved that no mis take had been made. The young ladies learned quickly, and soon be cime rapid and accurate compositors, Their presence gave tone to the com posing room. To-morrow they com plete a three years' apprenticeship and become full fledged "jours." Because of their faithfulness and skill, their services will be retained. Coleman Lewis, who has been r.lerking at the store of J. M. Gidding for the past few years, has severed his connection with that firm and moved to Scranton. He was a genial and obliging clerk, and during his stay in our town made many menus. CLOVER ULTJ8 DINNER, In speaking of the monthly meeting of the Clover Club, held at Phila delphia last week, the Philadelphia Inqutrer of Friday pays the fol'owmg compliment to Fred Ikeler, of this town : Small and early was the monthly dinner of the Clover Club, given last night at the Hotel Bellevue, and al though many of the most noted wjts of the club were absent, those who were present more than worthily up held the club's reputation. The most noteworthy guest was a budding cele brity introduced by A. ST L. Shields, young fred Ikeler, of Jiloomsburg, who will figure largely in public when he appears as chief counsel in the celebrated Knorr Wintersteen case, which will be tried in the Columbia County Couit next May. Mr. Ikeler told a dramatic story, and may proba bly impress a jury fully as favorably as he did the Cloverites. The table decorations were very pretty last night, white roses, white tulips, white carnations and a profus ion of daisies being intermingled with asparagus vine. The wealth of foli age which' bedecked the walls and ceilings was enhanced by a multitude of variegated incandescent lamps. Col. A. K. McKlure presided at the opening of the dinner, but soon gave way to Colonel Tom Donaldson, who filled the chair during the remainder of the evening. Among the members and guests present were : Howard J. Avil, James S. Benn, W. H. Lampion, Joseph C. Coupans, Samuel L. Eizas, Signor F. A. Giannini, A. C. Griggs, Harry B. Gross, Dr. W. Frank Ilaehnlen, George Holland, ueorge H. Harris, Frederick Ikeler, Blooms burg, Pa. ; B. K. Jamison, R. W. Jennings, W. Hampden Johnstone, Jas. W. King. Frank McLaughlin, John E. Payne, Silas W. Pettit, Mel ville Phillips, George C. Pierie, Shel don Potter, Thomas Potter Jr., William W. Porter, John I. Rogers, Alfonso Rosa, Joseph J. Shields, Ed win B. Stuart. D. W. Stubbs, C. Wes ley Thomas, Frank R. Turner and Thos. Earle White. Death After a Long Illness- Mrs. Elizabeth Stewart Caldwell, widow of Rev. John Caldwell, a Pres byterian minister, died at her home at the corner of East and Fifth Streets Wednesday afternoon about four o'clock after a long illness. The de ceased was sixty years of age. Thus has passed away one who was beloved by all who knew her. Never was she known to do an act unbecoming to a christian lady, never did she utter an unkind word to anyone, and during her years of sickness she bore her affliction with a calmness that was seldom equalled, until death ended her suffering and called her from her earthly toils to the sleep that knows no waking. Funeral services will be conducted at the house on Saturday after which her remains will be taken to Canton, Pa. for interment. The last of the "Musical Teas" at the Parish House last Saturday even ing was the most successful one yet held. The attendance was large, and the collection amounted to $12.85. The program consisted of a chorus by the choir : quartette by Mrs. MeucK, Miss Miller. Messrs Hummer ana Elwell s solo by Mrs. Melick 5 recita tion by Marie Robbins : "Polly Hop kins and Tommy Tompkins" by Anna Creasy and Warren Turner : a panto mime by Mane Robbins and Aiireu Armstrong, in which Mrs. Dr. Arment sang behind the stage, and the action was suited to the words 1 duntb-beii drill bv a number of little boys j orchestral selections by Miss Maude Runvon. C. P. Elwell and Frank Miller j piano solo by Miss McLinn recitation bv A. W. JJuy. These pleasant gatherings will be resumed after lent. Mrs. Fannie Margaret Kistler, wife of Benjamin Kistler,died at her home in Canby on Saturday last, aged 0 1 years, 6 months and 10 days. She was endowed with a cheerful temperament, beloved by a large circle of friends, and her death has caused much sorrow among them. A husband and three children, namely, Ida, wife our townsman J. W. Masteller, Amelia and Freas are left to mourn her death. The funeral took place on Monday, conaucieu oy a lurmcr . - . . .11 p . pastor, at the Evangelical Lutheran Church at Canby, and was largely attended. Go to the Parish House tonight and get a good supper of chicken and hot cakes, for 25 cents. COMING ENTERTAINMENTS. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Fcb ruary'25, 26, and 27th the latest in vention, Edisons I'rojectoscope, at the Opera House. Oyster supper at the Presbyterian Church next Tuesday evening. Thursday evening 25th inst., the choir of St. Paul's Church will give a chicken and flannel cake supper in the Parish House. Tickets, 25 cents. Friday evening, 26th Hist. Students' Lecture Course. Lecture by Rev. Anna Shaw. On Monday evening, March 1st, a musicale will be given in the Presby terian Church, the proceeds of which will be sent to Dr. Jno. B. Neal in China, towar.ls the support of his hospi'al. Tuesday evening, March 2nd, lecture in the Parish House by Fred Ikeler Esq., under the auspices of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew. Announcements of any other en tertainments will be made under this head without charge, by leaving word at this office. KILLEP IN A MINERS' EIGHT- A Drunkon Carousal Ends in the Death of One at Least. A terrible shooting affray occurred at Milnesville near Hazleton Sunday afternoon, in which one man was in stantly killed and another so badly wounded that he cannot possibly re cover. Saturday was pay-day at the collieries, and the men began to cele brate. Joseph Kuglich started out with a two-gallon can, to have it filled at the Mt. Scenery Hotel There had been a fracas, and a number of his countrymen followed, pummeling him with stones. He informed them that unless they desisted he would shoot. They paid no attention to him, and a moment later he drew his revolver and began to tire, loe Eraddock tell with a bullet through his heart, while Mike Koshack was maimed by a bullet striking him in the thigh. It was im possible to obtain a physician and the loss of blood was so great that it is feared he will die. When the news reached Hazleton, Detectives Rielly and Kennedy immediately went to the scene, but Kuglich had made good his escape. John Bonner, a well-known amateur baseball player, was also shot through the right leg in a fracas at Lattimer. DEATH BY SUICIDE. Susie Miller, aged about nineteen years, died in terrible agony at tne home of her sister, Mrs. John Jacobs, on Thursday afternoon, from the effects of a dose of pans green, taken with suicidal intent. She was in good spirits the day before and was out with some friends till quite late Wed nesday night, and while there was un doubtedly some cause for her taking her own life, the relatives of the un fortunate girl can assign no reason for rash act, and they will probably never find out anything more about it. The funeral took place on Satur day, interment in Rosemont cemetery. Congratulations. Williamsport, Feb. 18, 1897, Hon. W. R. Kocher, Mayor-Elect, Bloomsburg, Pa. My Dear Sir :-Permit me to most heartily congratulate you on your grand "victory" and election to the position of Mayor of your city. 1 nat the people of Bloomsburg chose wisely is without question. I trust your term of office may be most satis factory to the people you represent, as well as a pleasure to yourself. Very truly yours, James Mausel, Mayor. Those who attended the entertain ment given by Miss Sue J. Stapleton, elocutionist, at the Lutheran church Tuesday night, were royally enter tained. The whole program consisting of twelve numbers was rendered in a very pleasing manner. The violin solo bv Mr. Keiple ot the XMormai School was among the noteworthy features. The attendance, we regret to say, was not as large as it should have been, and all those who stayed away missed a rare treat. Mrs. Wellington Kashner, aged about twenty-six years, died at home between Fourth and Fifth Streets, Wednesday morning, after a short Ill ness of about three weeks. Alius- band and two children, Mary, aged seven, and Harold, aged three, survive, At the time of going to press, the time for holding the funeral was not made known. IT IS A BALANCE JUS- In their favor that everybody is working for in business, ourselves included. Just at present, however, it is to our interest to dispose of every winter weight Suit, Overcoat, Storm Coat, or Reefer at any price rather than carry over. It's not profit we're after. We're not looking for it. He dium weight Suits are now ready for those who do not want to invest in heavy goods. This is truly bargain time. SPRING HATS READY. . GIOOING'S "AGITATORS." 1 Fred Ikeler Esq., will deliver his lecture on " Agitators in the Parish House next Tuesday evening. This lecture has been given before in Bloomsburg, Berwick, ani several other places, and is very highly spok en of bv those who heard it. It is repeated now oy invitation 01 . the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, ana the proceeds are for the organ fund. The lecture itself, and the object for which it is given should secure the at tendance of all Episcopalians, and as many more as possible. J lckets 25 cents. L03T $2,000 IN A BURNING HOUSE. After saving $2,000 to purchase a new home, Edward Wolfgang s treas ure was consumed by fire which on Tuesday destroyed the residence of the young man's father, John Wolf gang of Shamokin. The young man kept the money in the attic, and vain ly tried to force his way through the fire and smoke to rescue the roiu The last lecture in the Students' Lecture Course will be given by Rev, Anna H. Shaw on Friday evening. It the people of Bloomsburg appreciate the efforts ot the Normal acnooi to give us a series of splendid entertain ments, they will fill the house. Owing to the fact that it has stormed on sev eral dates when these lectures were given, the attendance has not been as large as it ought to have been, and we understand that the management will fall short in their expenses. Help them out by a liberal patronage. The tickets are only 50 cents. A pleasant surprise party was given the Misses Fannie and Avis Burcher. by their young friends, at the former's nome on j-.eonaru oucci, iiimsuajr evening of last week. Music and games of various kinds took up tne evening until about eleven o'clock, when all were invited to the dining- room, where all did justice to the many good things spread before them. The occasion was a happy one, and all left, hoping to take part in another surprise party in the near tuture. ROBBERS ON ELbVATOR ROPES. Night Watchman's Thrilling Battle With Armed Thieves. . James Cleaver, employed as a night watchman at McConnel Eros, hard ware establishment at Ashland,"was shot and beaten by burglars at an early hour Tuesday morning. While asleep on a cot in the office he was awakened by a noise in, front ot the office, and noting the time he leaped out of bed and, seizing his revolver, cautiously opened the office door. The elevator is directly in front ot the office, and in this he saw a man clinging to the ropes. He 'fired, but had no sooner done so than he was felled to the floor by another man, who was standing behind him in the office. The man stepped in front of the door and shot Cleaver while the latter was lying on the floor, the bullet taking effect in his thigh. Cleaver was dazed for a moment, and when he recovered the men were climbing up the elevator. He sent two more bullets after them, then fell back unconscious. The shots had not taken effect, and the burglars escaped. Cleaver was taken to the Miners' Hospital, where he now lies in a critical condition. COURT HOUSE NEWS. What Has Occurred Thero Sines Our Form er Report. MARRIAGE licenses. The following marriage licenses have been issued by Clerk W. H. Henrie since those published last week. Fred B. Seesholtz of Berwick, to Miss Frances Croft of the same place W. A. MUlington of bayre, Pa., to Miss Alice C. Compton of the village of Lime Ridge. Martin A." Gearhart of Mainville, Columbia county, to Miss Racy Buch- man of Zenith, Luz. county, Pa. Benj. F. Rhoads of Berwick, to Miss Vestie Vest of the borough of Berwick. Cyrus Lucas of Bloomsburg, to Miss Katie Shultz of the same place. Spirik Karlyak of Centralia boro., to Miss Anna Zywan of Mt. Cannel. h i.'jii 1 1 If If" r 1 .1;' I ; '.1 I t 'r : I I', Hi
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