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THE COLUMBIAN.
BLOOMSBURG, FA.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 1898.
Knterea at the Poet Office at Bloomstmrg, Pa.
a eecona class matter, March 1,1888.
Oliange in D. L. & W- Time Table-
The following changes have recent
ly been made in, the D. L. & W. time
table. Noon train going south, form
erly at 12:27 now leaves Bloomsburg
at 12:22 ; evening train south, lorm
erly at 8:30, now leaves at 8:07. The
time table as printed on the third
page of this paper is incorrect, as to.
these trains, but correct as to all
others. It will be changed as soon
as we can procure a time table from
the company. tf.
' A little more than a month ago
we had occasion to communicate
with many of our subscribers, and
did so by mail, rather than to put a
notice in the paper. This cost con
siderable for postage. Not one in
ten has responded. Those who so
kindly and promptly replied have
our thanks. The many who have
not replied will hear ironi us again.
BRIEF MENTION.
About People TOU Know.
Dr. Andrew Graydon has returned home
from Eaglesmere.
John G. McHenry, Democratic County
Chairman, was in our town Monday.
Miss Bertha Morgan, of Berwick, has ac
cepted a clerkship in the I.eader Co. Store.
Mrs. John Wagner, accompanied by three
children, are visiting relatives 111 this county.
Hon. C. B. Seely, of the Jerscyshore
" Herald," was seen in Bloomsburg Friday.
Mrs. M. Whitmer, of Sunbury, is visiting
friends in town. She will remain 'till alter
the Fair.
Mrs. M. A. Blasser, arrived home from a
two weeks visit with friends in the New
England States.
G. B. Hummer, of Elk Grove, and J. ID
Vansickle, of Jameson City, attended to
business in town Tuesday.
Miss Jessie Willow, of Sunbury, was the
pleasant guest of Mrs D A. Snyder, at the
Exchange Hotel, this week.
D. H. Boody, of Rupert, attended the
Democratic Congressional Conference, at
Eaglesmere, last Thursday.
Samuel A. Goodhue, wife and family, of
Salem, Mass., are visiting Mr. and Mrs. J.
K. Dockard, on Fifth street.
Misses Annie Eyer and Sophia Vannatta
have gone to Altoona on a visit to the lat
ter' s sister, Mrs. J. W. Dewis.
Elias Gross, who was brought home to
Danville from Camp Alger, suffering with
fever, is considerably improved,
Mrs. Dr. Chapin, of Schoolcraft, Mich.,
is visiting friends in Columbia county. She
will remain until after the Fair next month.
Mr. and Mis. A. Nichols, of Bridgeton,
N. J., have returned to their home at that
rlace, alter a very pleasant visit with Rupert
•lends.
J'r. T. C. Hartcris attending the National
En ipment of Sons of Veterans, at Omaha,
Nc The Doctor is a delegate-at-large
fit this Slate.
J. G. McHen'y, one of Stillwater's hus
tling young merchants, drove down and
•ransacted business in town yesterday. He
gave this office a pleasant call.
The following Bloomsburg young men left
for College this week: Roy Gardner, to
Norareih Military School, Jay Allen, to
S te College, Hairy Wilbur, to Dick 11.son,
xrd Richard Lockaid, to Exeter.
I have secured the sale of the finest
tine of Confectionerv in the world.
ALLEGRETTE'S
CHOCOLATE CREAMS
Are unsurpassed in richness and fla
vor. Always fresh, at
60 CTS. PER POUND.
In quarters, halfs and pounds.
W. S. RISHTON, Ph. G.,
Owsosite F. 0 Pharmacist
Telephone NopoTK
Legal advertisements on page 7
Farmers in want of clean Timothy
seed can find it at Bloomsburg Store
Company L't'd.
Scrofula, hip disease, salt rheum,
dyspepsia and other diseases due to
impure blood are cured by Hood's
Sarsaparilla.
The fall house cleaning time is
nearly here, when the house wives
will busy themselves, brushing away
the airy abodes of the spider.
The Veterans of Berwick have se
cured E. J. Bowman to deliver an ad
dress at the Veteran Association
gathering at Orangeville next week.
S3OOO to loan on first mortgage,
in amounts from s2< upwards.
For particulars inquire of
A. N. YOST.
Byron Kashner, of Almedia, met
with a painful accident Sunday after
noon. He fell off of his bicycle, in
flicting severe wounds on different
parts of his body.
Theodore Conner has leased the
Keystone foundry and machine shop,
and will conduct the business of said
concern hereafter. He was formerly
superintendent of the institution.
The public schools of Centralia are
still without a principal. It is claimed
that the school board cannot agree
on a selection. The Court will prob
ably have to settle the difficulty.
Michael Rauch, aged seventy-five
years, died at his home in Rupert on
Tuesday. The remains were brought
here and interred in Rosemont ceme
tery. A wife and four children sur
vive.
The Electric Light Company are
tearing all the signs off of their poles
in town. There is an ordinance
against tacking advertisements on the
poles, and offenders hereafter had
better watch out.
For fear that they might break and
fall against the windows of the
church or rectory, the large trees on
the Episcopal Church property, on
Main street, have all been trimmed
out and the tops cut off.
The wedding of Miss Lulu Mae,
daughter of E. L. Appleman, of
Welliversville, and Rev. Frank H.
Brumstetter, is announced to take
place on Thursday, September 2 2d,
After a wedding tour they will take
up their residence at Excelsior, Pa.
The theatrical season will be open
ed in Bloomsburg on next Wednesday
evening when America's favorite
comedians. Rice & Barton, and their
merry company will appear in the side
spliting comedy, entitled "McDoodle's
Plats." It is claimed that it will pro
duce more fun to the square inch than
all other companies put together.
Don't miss it. Seats at Bidleman's.
Wilbur Fisher, a former telephone
inspector of the local 1 eiephone Ex
change, who joined the Volunteer
Engineer Co:ps, and went with the
Regiment to Porto Rico, is sick and
tired of soldier life, and is very anx
iobs to return to Bloomsburg. In a
recent letter he solicits the aid of po
litical and personal friends, that he
may be honorably discharged from
the service. And he is not the only
one.
A wedding, at which fully 150
guests had assembled, was solemnized
at Van Camp, Columbia county,
Wednesday noon. The contracting
parties were Philip M. Lenker and
Miss Pealer, the former a prominent
and progressive business man of West
moreland Place. After an extended
honeymoon, visiting in Philadelphia,
New York and Boston, the couple
will go to housekeeping in a beauti
fully appointed home e—'-ted by the
groom.— Shickshinny E.'ho.
The Philadelphia Times has started
a popular subscription fjnd for the
purchasb of a sword, to presented
to Admiral Schley, the hero of Santi
ago. Already the amount received
has pissed the SI,OOO mark, and it is
believed that by the first of October
more than twice that amount will be
contributed. There is no better way
for the public to show its appreciation
of this brave officer. It will be the
handsomest sword ev„. presented to
any military or naval v.iicer in this
country.
Tuesday evening a party of young
people gathered at the home of Mich
ael Ohl, on Fifth street. The object
of this gathering was to surprise his
son, Arthur, and to have a good time.
At about nine o'clock Arthur was
brought to his home, where he was
astonished to find a large assemblage
of his friends ready to* receive him.
They made things interesting for him
in short order, and he acknowledged
that it was a complete surprise. He
took everything good naturedly and
the time passed off very pleasantly,
and the refreshments also. At last
all took leave with sincere wishes that
his college life may be pleasant and
profitable. He left on Wednesday
for Ursinus College, where he will re
sume his studies for the ministry. K.
THE COLUMBIAN. BLOOMSBURG, PA.
Fifth street, from Market street to
the B. & S. Railroad, has been cov
ered with crushed cinder
A colored A. M. E. Campmeeting,
under the direction of Page Hawk
ins, is advertised to be held at Wy
nona Park, Cole's Creek, from Thurs
day, September 15th to 26th, iuclus
ive.
The Judgship contest was argued
before Judge McPherson at Harris
burg yesterday. Considerable tes
timony was produced on both sides.
The decision has not yet been ren
dered.
Don't forget the Friendship Fire
Company Festival, at the Town Hall.
Friday and Saturday evenings of this
week. All the delicacies of the sea
son will be on sale. The boys are
deserving of all the help that you
can give them. The band will give
a concert each evening.
Mr. and Mrs. B. P. Foulke enter
tained the members of St. Paul's
Episcopal Church Choir, and a few
other intimate friends, at their home,
corner of Iron and Fourth streets,
Tuesday. The evening was very
pleasantly spent. The choir sang
several selections.
The Wilkesbarre Times says Mc-
Doodle's Flats crowded the Grand
Opera House to the doors, and gave
a first-class performance. Bloomsburg
theatre lovers can witness this up-to
date musical extravaganza at the
Opera House, Wednesday evening
next.
The Musical College, at Freeburg,
Snyder county, Pa., is now in session,
and will continue without vacation
until the holidays, giving young peo
ple an opportunity of attending a
term of six weeks or more at a trifling
expense, and can be admitted at any
time. For catalogues and informa
tion address Henry B. Moyer. (9-15-41
Services in the Lutheran Church on
next Sabbath will be of the character
of praise for God's mercies. A har
vest home sermon in the morning and
a praise service of song in the even
ing. The pastor will give a history of
certain hymns and all will unite in
singing them. A general invitation
is given to attend.
A new order went into effect on
the Pennsylvania Railroad Friday
evening. In the future no duplex
tickets will be issued, giving a rebate
to the person purchasing them of 10
cents, when railroad fare is paid on
the cars to the conductor. In the
future the regular fare will be charged
by the conductor. The cause of this
order was that, by a government de
cision, a stamp had to be attached to
each duplex ticket, as it was in the
form of a receipt.
The marriage of our townsman
Robert E. Hartman,junior member of
the firm of I. W. Hartman & Son, to
Miss Rachael Reese, will take place
at the bride's home, Tuesday next.
The officiating clergyman will be Rev.
Buckley, of the Centralia M. E.
Church, who is a close friend of the
family. The ceremony will take place
at three o'clock, directly after which
the couple will depart for a trip to
the north.
Isaac Long, one of Luzerne coun
ty's leading merchants, died suddenly
ot heart disease at his home in
Wilkes-Barre Tuesday morning. He
was a native of Bavaria, Germany,
and came to America when 13 years
of age. While yet a young man he
removed from Wilkes-Barre to Phila
delphia, where he engaged in the dry
guods business. In 1874 he returned
to Wilkes-Baire and entered the dry
goods business. He also identified
himself with other enterprises, and
was for many years President of the
Board of Trade.
What is
Scott's
Emulsion ?
It is a strengthening food and
tonic, remarkable in its flesh-form
ing properties. ' It contains Cod-
Liver Oil emulsified or partially
digested, combined with the well
known and highly prized Hypo
phosphites of Lime and Soda, so
that their potency is materially
increased.
What Will H DoT
It will arrest loss of flesh and
restore to a normal condition the
infant, the child and the adult. It
will enrich the blood of the anemic;
will stop the cough, heal the irrita
tion of the throat and lungs, and
cure incipient consumption. We
make this statement because the
experience of twenty-five years has
proven H in tens of thousands of
B>SCI. Bs sure you ft! SCOTT'S Emulsion.
50c. and SI.OO, all druggist*.
SCOTT ft BOWMB, Chemists, New York.
doming Fair at Brook Park, Lewisburg.
The Forty-fifth Annual Fair of Un
ion County Agricultural Society, will
be held at Brook Park, Lewisburg, on
Sept. 27, 28, 29 and 30. It is one of
the oldest organizations in the county,
and it has stood the test of time for
nearly half a century. During the
past season the new track has been
sodded and covered with loam, mak
ing it the best haii-miie track in the
State. The premium list has been
revised and increased, making it very
attractive to owners of last horses,
live stock raisers, farmers and farmers'
organizations, manufactu-ers and oth
ers; distinctively agricultural in every
method and feature ; competition un
restricted; turf attractions more ample
than ever before ; several races each
day. Indications are that the attend
ance will be the largest in the history
of the Fair. Full particulars are
given on pamphlets, issued by the
Society, which can be had on appli
cation, or by addressing C. Dale
Wolfe, Secretary, Lewisburg, Pa.
The public is assured that this year's
exhibition will be the best ever held.
A new grand stand, with private
boxes, will ensure the best accommo
dations for those desiring to witness
the track events.
You don't need any fans these
days.
THE
BROADWAY
0
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The question is not only who
is willing'? but who is able to
sell goods on a correct basis.
WE ARE BOTH
WILLING AND ABLE.
Children's
Fall and Winter
CAPS.
Do you want to see the pret
tiest line in Bloomsburg ? If
so, call at the BROADWAY
and look at the new stock just
opened. The prettiest styles as
well as the best values are
ready for your inspection.
ALL NEW.
Agency for
B utter ick Fashions.
OCTOBER STYLES NOW READY
Delineators, 15c ea., $1 per yr.
Glass of Fashion, 7c ea., 60c
per year.
Fashion sheet 3 free.
Respectfully Submitted to the
Sash Trade Only by
m BROADWAY USB STORE,
Mover's New Building, Main Street,
BLOOMSBURG.
V I. nOORE S
$2.50
SHOE
FOR;
LADIES
Beats them all this
season.
They have more Style,
more comfort and bet
ter wearing qualities
than most $3 shoes.
If you see them you will
buy them.
Cos. SECOND AND IRON STS.
Bloomsburg, Pa.
OPENING OF
IK! EHEE Mnisi
a -■ 5 .w "
We now have opened full lines oj New Fall Goods in all depart
ments of all kinds, the same having been bought at the lowest
prices for "Spot Cash," and will be sold for spot cash at Use
lowest prices for reliable merchandise. It will pay you to
investigate.
Dress Goods.
The most complete showing
of Dress materials we have ever
offered in Yigoroux, Poplins,
Plaids, Cheviots, Coverts, Bay
adere Effects, Venetians, &c.
50 in. all wool Suitings, 65c yd
50 in. all wool Suitings, 60c yd
50 in. Broadcloths, 85c yd.,
and plenty of others.
Irish Point.
Embroider'd Pillow Shams 50c
Embroider'd Bureau Scarfs 25c
Embroidered Shams, 75c
Through the Stack.
White Curtain Poles, 19c
Kid Curlers, 5,10 and 15c
Curling Irons, 5, 10 and 20c
Ironing Wax, 4c
Dressing Combs, 5, 10, 12, 15c
Belt Buckles, 25c and up.
Belts of all kinds.
Fur Collarettes, $2.44
A Special Umbrella, $1.89
Ladies' Mackintoshes, $4.75
Scheffield's Dentifrice, 18c
Cotton's fine Perfumes, 23c bot.
H. J. CLA RK & SON
I. W. MITHM & SOI.
MARKET SQUARE DRY COODS HOUSE.
All our efforts will be concentrated from now until Fair time
—ON—
Fall and Winter Goods.
A warm Dress,
A warm Skirt,
A warm Jacket,
A warm Caoe,
All are necessary for comfort
from now on.
Don't buy until you see our
stock of Silks for Waists and
Trimmings.
Black Dress Goods were never more fashionable than this
season. Our stock is complete with all the new trimmings to
match.
I. W. HARTMAN & SON.
PILES CURED IN 3 TO 6 NIGHTS.—
One application gives relief, Dr. Ag
new's Ointment is a boon for Itching
Piles, or Blind, Bleed ; -g Piles, it re
lieves quickly and permanently. In
skin eruptions it stands without a rival.
Thousands of testimonials if you want
evidence. 35 cents. —8.
Sold by C. A. Kleim.
The following letters are held at
the Bloomsburg, Pa., postofFce, and
will be sent to the dead letter office
Sept. 27,1898: Miss Lillie Bower,
Mr. C. L. Karns. Mr. J. G. Cornisi,
Mrs. J. E. Evans, Mr. Plarry Hein
sheimer, Mr. Isiah Levan, Mr. Chas.
A. Steinman, Mrs. J. M. Snover.
Cards: Mr. C. L. Cams (2)
Persons calling for the above
letters will please say that they were
advertised Sept. 13, 18 9 C..
O. B. MELLICK, P. M.
Rev. J. F- Boucher. D. D- LL. D.
Rev. B. C. Conner received a tele
gram from Baltimore yesterday, in
which Rev. J. F. Goucher, D. D. LL.
D., promises to spend Sunday next
with the Methodists, preaclrng for
them at their anniversary service.
Dr. Goucher is the President of the
Woman's College, at Baltimore, and
is one of the most prominent minis
ters in the Methodist Church.
PILL-DOSED— With nauseous, big
purgers, prejudices people against pills
generally. Dr. Agnew's Liver Pills
are revolutionizing the pill demand—
They're so pleasant and easy to take
—The doses are small and so is the
price—ro cents for 40 doses. Bilious
ness, Sick Headache, Constipation
dispelled. Work like a charm.—9.
Sold by C. A. Kleim.
WANTED:— Rooms suitable for light
housekeeping, either furnished or un
furnished. Apply at this office.
Trimmings, &e.
Our Dress Trimming stock
contains all the newest in
Braids, Velvets, Chenille ef
fects, Jets, Insertions, Yokes,
Fronts, Military effects, Ac.
If you have a trimming need,
see this stock.
Black Dress Goods.
If you need Black Dress
Material of any kind, it will
pay you to see the lines we are
now showing in all the new
effects of the spason, besides
a special lot of the famous
"Priestley" Black Dress Goods,
Veils and Shawls.
Wrappers.
A new line of Wrappers in
Fall styles are now ready.
Separata Dress Skirts
A new line of these goods
from $1.49 upwards.
See them.
We have a new lot of those
29c outing flannel shirts.
You should see our Single
Dress Patterns in plain and
figured cloths; no two alike.
The Fur Collarettes are in,
and are nice fitters, from $2.95
to sls, Some are plain, others
have the long tails.
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
FOB BENT.
Rooms on 3rd. floor, COLUMBIA*
building. Steam heat, gas or electric
light, water. Apply to
tf. GEO. E. ELWELL.
Try Allen's Foot-Ease,
A powder tp be shaken into the shoes.
At this season your feet feel swollen,
nervous and hot, and get tired easily.
If you have smarting feet or tight shoes
try Allen's Foot-Ease. It cools tire
feet and makes walkiog easy. Cures
swollen and sweating feet, bisters and
callous spots. Relieves corns and bun
ions of all pain and gives rest and com
fort. Try it TO DAY. Sold by all
druggists and shoe stores for 25c.
Trial package FREE. Address Allen
S. Olmsted, I,e Roy, N r . Y.
Notice.
Wc have started our cider mill, and
will be pleased to serve the pub'x
from now on 'till the close of the ser
son. The mill will be open from
Monday morning 'till Saturday noon
of each week.
MORDAN & KILE,
Sept. 8. Mordansville, Pa.
Turkeys and Chickens Wanted-
The Reformed Church wants
Turkeys and Chickens for the din
ner at the Fair. Apply to W. D.
Moyer, 338 West street. Blooms
burg. 9-1-41.
Apprentice Wanted-
Boy wanted to learn printer's
trade. Must be 16 years old, and
have fair common school education.
Resident of Bloomsburg preferred.
Apply at this office. tf.
HOOD'S PILLS cure Liver Ills, Bil
iousness, Indigestion, Headache,
■aay to take, easy to operate. 2Se.
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