1H 'MY VOL. 3G. BLOOMSBURG, PA. THURSDAY, JANUARY 17. 1901. NO. m A,, . fft . II II I IV II II llll. II II A FATAL FALL. Dr. J. B. McKelvy Killed by an Accidental Fall From a Second-Story Window. Heart Failure the Probable Cause of the Distressing Accident. IN COURT. G. W. Enterllne Makes No De fense Against the Anti Saloon League. An Interested Crowd of Spec tators Fill the Court Room. At anv time during the past two ears or more, the friends of Dr. James Boyd McKelvy would not have been eieatly surprised to hear of his death, even suddenly, and with but little warnine. He has been in feeble health for some years, and it was well known that his heart was seriously af fected, and was liable to cease beating at almost any moment ; but when, on Tuesday morning the report spread rapidly over the town that he had been killed by a fall from a second- story window at his home, during the night, the entire community v shocked and grieved, that he who had been battling with the grim destroyer so lone, should meet his death in so sad a manner. Just how it happened will never be known. On Monday he remained in his room until about supper time, then arose, and afier partaking of the evening meal, he 6moked his pipe, and retired at the usual hour. At about four o'clock on Tuesday morn tag H. A. M'Killip, Esq.,heard a noise, and arousing his wife, they both went out into the hall, Mrs. M'Killip going directly to her father's room, to find that he was not there, and Mr. M'Kil lip going into the bath-room, which is directly over the front door. Here he found the window raised, and look ing down, saw the form of the Doctor lying on the stone walk below. The shock of such an awful discovery can be better imagined than described. Mr. M'Killip was at his side in a mo ment, and as he raised the Doctor's bead, the dying man gave one sigh and then csased to breathe. The neiehbors were aroused and assisted in bearing the lifeless form into the house, and Doctors Reber and Brown were summoned. An examination showed that two ribs weie broken on the left side, but beyond this there were no broken bones, no bruises, and no blood, in fact, no injuries that would indicate that death was caused bv the fall. It is believed that the Doctor had occasion to go to the bath-room, and and that while there, was seized with an attack of heart trouble, and that he raised the window to get fresh air, and immediately becoming uncon scious, and probably in the pangs of death, he pitched forward out ot the window. He has hart numerous falls recently, resulting from weakness m the lower limbs and dizziness, but heretofore escaped any serious conse quences. That the theory, above stated, is the correct one, there can be no doubt. Dr. McKelvy was born in Blooms ,burg on the aist of September, 1824, and at the time of his death was aged seventy-six years, three months and twentv-four davs. His parents were William and Elizabeth (YVillits) Mo Kelvv. He was educated in the com mon schools of this town and in Lenox Academy, at Lenox, Mass., and also took a complete course in Williams College at Williarastown, Mass , from which institution he graduated in i8. He then read medicine under the Drcceutorship of the late Dr. Ramsey, ot Bloomsburg, and later at- . . .1 TV ' ... D am MO.il.t n M I f tetKied me university ui 1 cmioyivouia, where he received a diploma as a phys ician and sureeon in 1840. He im mediately afterwards entered upon nractice at MfMnville, this county, where he remained for some time, and then moved to Kentucky, later going to Arkadelphia, Ark. About 1855 he came back to his native town where ' he soent the remainder of his life. On December a. 1851, he married Mary Elizabeth Abbett, a daughter of George and Mary (Craig) Abbett, and unto them were born seven cnuuren, of whom five are still living: William, bow Dracticiniz medicine at Brecken- ridge, Colorado! George Abbett, who is in the ciiug Dusiness in mis iuw", Henrv Willits, traveling salesman. Marv Craia, wife of H. A. M'Killip, Esn.. and Harriet Neal, wife of Regis ter and Recorder J. C. Rutter, Jr., all of Bloomsburg. Mrs. McKelvy died in December, 1897. Dr. McKelvy was for many years Continued on Page 8 ad Col, The Wave Has at Last Reached Bloomsburg, And Prom ises to do Much Good. A Few Suggestions Concern ing Reforms That Might Benefit the Public. When Couit opened, at 9 o'clock Saturday mornine, the spacious area was nearly filled with people, all anx ious to hear the testimony in the case of the Anti-Saloon League against Geo. W. Enterhne, proprietor of Ho tel Gilmore. Some exciting develop ments were expected, but they didn t come. The testimony and the case throughout was rather tame. His Honor Robert R. Little, and his Associates, J. T. Fox and J. U. Kurtz, were all present. The first business presented was a road in Bloomsburg, near Richart's blacksmith shop. Exceptions to re port of viewers dismissed and Boyd Trescott, surveyor, Chandlee Eves and Jacob Harris, appointed re-viewers. Saturday, January 19, i9or, fixed by the Court for argument of reasons for a new trial in the case of Com monwealth vs. Riter Goss. The license case was next taken up. 1 he hrst witnesses heard were a number of bovs who attended a supper at the hotel on the evening of October 27th last. The affair was a banquet given by F. J. Richards, of the machine works, to his employees. It appears that the waiter had refused the boys beer. It was disclosed that the drink they obtained had been stolen, and not sold to them. This was followed by the testimony of one Raymond Jones. Jones said that he had been given beer at the hotel on the evening of January 2nd; had only been served with it once, lie is a minor. George W. Hamilton, of Medii, was called ana sworn, lie is a ae tective, in tne employ ot the Anti- Saloon Leaeue. He put up at the hotel on Nov. 2 xi, Friday. The fol lowing Sunday he was sold beer, and witnessed the dispensing of liquors to others ; had played Klondyke, a game of chance, with others, for the drinks His expenses, during his stay here, were paid Dy the League. Testimony, corroborative of the foregoing, was also given by J. Walter Shearer, of Rainsburg, Pa., another detective in the employ of the League. He, too, was also a guest at the Ho tel Gilmore, and had kept an eye on the Sunday business. He had seen drink served on Sunday, but could not swear whether it was of an intox icating nature or not. Several other witnesses were called, mainly to establish the fact that Solo mon Bucher, who, it appears, was sold drink at the hotel, was a man of known intemperate habits. The respondent submitted the case without offering any evidence or ar gument. Judge Hinckley and II Mont. Smith were the counsel tor the Leatrue. and Judge Herring, R. Buckingham and O. B. Mellick, rep resented the respondent. Tft 1UH l J. Every Member Present at the First Meeting In the New Year. Repairs Ordered on Various Streets Building Permits Granted. The twentieth century has dawned upon the earth, bringing with it an atmosphere of reform that seems to have made itself felt in many places. In New York City a movement has been started for the surpression of immorality and vice, and a general upheaval is likely to result there. Philadelphia, too, has revolted, and a monster meeting was held in the Academy of Music the other night, which was addressed by Bishop Pot ter, of New York, and other promi nent men. The meeting was a pro test against the corrupt administration of the city govcrnmeut, and it is like ly to result in much good to the public. The wave of reform has reached Bloomsburg, and this is evidenced by the action of the Anti-Saloon League, through whose efforts one license will probably be revoked by the Court, and rumor has it that this was only a test case, and that similar proceedings are to be started against several other li censed houses. The matter of seeing that the liquor license laws are properly enforced is a most commendable one, and the men who have gone at the matter in a practical and methodical manner, are to be commended for their action. It cannot help but result in good to to the community. Besides this movement, Chief of Police Wesley Knorr has given notice that the use of profane language on the streets, and spitting on the pave ments, must cease, or arrests will fol low. This, too, is a most commend able objec'., and it is to be hoped that it will not end with merely giving the notice, but that Chief Knorr, and the authorities behind him, will see that it is strictly enforced. A few arrests will prove a wholesome lesson, and then, for a time at least, ladies can feel sure that when walking along the streets they will not be offended by the filth that emanates from the hps of corner loafers, in tne shape of profanity, vulgarity and tobacco juice. But these are not the only matters that will stand a considerable amount of reformation. It is a well known fact that for some years past the nom inations for town officers have usually been made by packed caucuses, and that it has often happened that men have been placed in nomination for members of council who represented no general interests of the commun ity, and who have sought the place is SPECIAL REDUCTION SALE ! Mrs. Oatharina Jaooby- Death ended the suffering of Mrs. Catharine Jacoby, at her home on Iron street, Tuesday morning. She had been ill for a long time, and since the early part of November, critically so, and her death was mo mentarily expected. The nature of the disease with which she was af flicted so long and patiently, was rather complicated, heart failure pre dominating. -The deceased was born here, and had never lived anywhere else. Her maiden name was Bidle- tnan. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Valentine Bidleman. Her husband. Enos lacoby. preceded her to the grave eleven years ago. Mrs. J coby was an estimable lady and highly respected. Two daughters, Mrs. Pierce Foulk and Mrs. Elizabeth bhaw, sur vive. Mrs. Jacoby had been a com municant of the Episcopal Church from her girlhood, and was always a faithful and regular attendent at church, and ever ready p help in all things connected with the parish. The funeral will take place from her late residence to morrow at ten o'clock. Rev. D. N. Kirkby will conduct the services. The remains will be laid to rest in Rosemont Cent etery. for some special object of their own This has often resulted in an injudic ious expenditure of money.by men not fitted by business experience for the conduct of municipal affairs, and our public debt has gone on increasing until it has reached the constitutional limit. The figures are not at hand, but it has been estimated that enough money has been expended on Main street, since 1870, to pave it with vit nfied brick, from the Normal School to the Scott town hill. For this ex- penditure the town has for its princi pal business street a thoroughfare which has a mud coat ot several inches in wet weather, and which yields clouds of dust in dry weather, except when this is prevented by pn vate subscriptions to a street sprinkler, These remarks are not intended for the present council, or any other year in particular, but are general, and may bs applied wherever they seem to fit best. The Board of Trade have deemed it wise to take some action in this matter, as it is one of the very pur poses for which it was organized, and on Wednesday evening a meeting was held, where it was decided to form ticket to be submitted to the several oartv caucuses for approval. While non partisan, the persons named rep resent the several parties fairly, Frank Ikeler is suggested for Presi dent of Council, and for members, J M. Staver, W. O. Holmes, William Deiterich, T. H. Mercer, William Kashner and F. B. Hartman. This is certainly a good ticket, and ought to be endorsed. Another matter that would help Continued on Page 8 3d Col. Every member of Council was in attendance at the'first meeting in the new year and century, held in the Council chamber, ot the Town Hall, Thursday night. The business trans acted was of the routine nature. Sec retary Quick read the minutes of the previous meeting which were accepted and approved. 1'he bridge at Seventh and Cath erine streets, on recommendation ot member Dieffenbach was ordered re paired. In its present condition it is claimed by commissioner Neyhart, to be unsafe. The committee on Fire and Water instructed to see the superintend ents of the Electric Light Works and the Car Mfg. Co., in regard to using the whistles of the plants for fire alarm purposes. Mr. Deiffenbach suggested that the old hook and ladder truck be re paired, so as to be ready for use in case of emergency. Referred to proper committee. President of Council Ikeler op- pointed a committee consisting of Hartman, Smith and Cronin to confer with the lown solicitor, in regard to the damages recently sustained by F. D. Dentler and B. A. Guiding. It is desired that the damages be adjusted without uncumng additional expense by reason of a suit. A communication from Tax Col lector Kase was read. In it he asks Council to allow h'tn seven per cent, on uncollected taxes. It was decided not to allow more than five per cent. Mr. Deiffenbach was of the opinion that the new trough at the Town pump should be made ot iron. It will be a big improvement in appear ance and also more lasting. Referred to Highway committee with power to act. Buildinz permits were granted to Chas. Keller, house on West Foutth street; Howard Reimard, house on West Fourth street, and C. W. Miller, house on South Market street. An incandescent light was ordered to be placed at the corner of First street and Glue Alley. J. R. Townsend was reappointed . 1 -r- t.T.i.i a member ot tne ttoaru 01 neaun. The report of the retiring chief of the Fire Department, Wm. May, was read and approved, and a vote of thanks extended him for his efficient services. The alarm bell was ordered trans ferred from William May s house to the residence of the newly elected chief. Sam H. Harman. A doub e water plug was ordered at the corner of Sixth and East Sts J. L. Dillon appeared before Coun cil and asked that D. L. & w. R. K, Continued on Page 8 4th Col. COMMENCED i4, FRIDAY, 1 JANUARY S7 O A Yl uits ana Overcoats. All broken sizes, half price. Oth ers, at one-third and one-quarter off. All staple goods, no reduction. Come in and see us we'll treat you right, i The Leader Department Store. J. G WELLS, Successor to S. F. Peacock & Co., Market Square. X G-,"WELL Diamonds. A writer, in one of the daily papers, said that among the "upper ten," those who are accustomed to "six fig ures." it was not considered the proper thing for a woman to receive as a present anything which was to be used in house furnishing. That the proper gift for her royal highness the American woman was diamonds, expen sive furs, or other "trifles." Now, this may be all right for those who can afford to spend $1,000 where we can spend $1.00, but we're old fashioned enough to believe that one of the most suitable irh will make home more comfort- able and more beautiful. So we want to talk to you about Rockers and Rugs. ROCKERS. Our stock has been carefully picked. First, we take into consideration the comfort to be ob tained out of the chair. They having made selection on this basis, we choose the prettiest of the most comforta ble. That gives us the right kind of goods. Come down and try them. Sit in them, and think how much enr.t onoti o nrpspnt will briner to vour friend. We have all the popular finishes and colorings, and the nign- est price is Lv.nj, num mat uvnu w RTTfrS. A pood second to the rocker. In fact, it really takes first place, for it is older, and the magnate Ot tile Urieni COUI11B 1113 ncoim iti iuaSuuivvu. '"B"' " - show some of the finest products of the American looms. The colors are artistic and the designs chaote. We show ihese in prices from $1.00 to $10.00. We will be glad to have you look these over. Toys. Well displayed and all kinds, for all prices. '1 FOURTH AND MARKET STS., BLOOMSBURG, PA. General Hardware.
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