Cleanse Your Blood The cause of all spring humors, pimples and eruptions, as well as of that tired feeling and poor appe tite, is found in impure, depleted blood. The perfect blood purifier is Hood's Sarsaparilla, as multitudes know by experience. It cures all blood diseases, from the smallest pimple to the stubborn scrofula sore from morning tired ness to extreme nervous prostration. Uegin taking it TODAY. HOOD'S Sarsaparilla Is America's Greatest Spring Jledi nine. Be sure to tret Hood's. . THE COLUMBIAN. ESTABLISHED 1866. THE COLUMBIA DEMOCRAT, Established 1S37. Consolidated 1S69 rUBMSHED LVERV THURSDAY MORNING, At IMoomsourg. the County Seat of Columbia County, Pennsylvania. GEO. E. EI. WELL, Editor I). J. TASKER, Local Editor. GEO. C. ROAX, Foreman. TlRMS : InsiJe the county $1.00 a year in advance; f 1.50 if not paid in advance. Outside the county, ft. 25 a year, strictly in dvance. All communications should be addressed THE COLUMBIAN-, Moomsburg, Fa. THURSDAY, APRIL 4. 1901. Senator J. Henry Cochran, of Lycoming county, is being urged as a candidate for election to the state chairmanship of the Demo cratic party. Other candidates are Representatives Wm. T. Creasy, of Columbia ; Fred T. Ikeler, of Col umbia ; George R. Dixon, of Elk and Robert L. Myers, of Cumber land Danville Sun. After several years of almost in cessant petitioning, the New Yor k btate Legislature has decided to change the name of Sing Sing to Osstning, and the residents are overjoyed. Tradesmen and prop crty owners claim that the notori ous name has retarded business and the general growth of the place. The change is already into effect. Roland Reed, the actor whose name is almost a household word in the United States died at his New York residence on Saturday. Mr Reed for more than two years had been on the verge of total collaps and several times had to abandon the stage m order to regain his health and strength. His death has affected the whole theatrical world A recent decision of Judge Scott, of Northampton county is to the effect that where a voter writes or inserts the name of choice for any office on the ballot, the marking of an X is not obligatory. The con test arose over the omission of a Republican candidate's name from the ballot for committeeman in Freeraansburg. and the substitution of another. Those who wished to vote for him were, therefore, com pelled to write his name on the bal lot. Twelve did not mark the X on their ballots, and the board threw them out as defective. This elected his competitor for the office by a small 'majority. Judge Scott held that the writing of the candi date's name was sufficient to indi cate the voter's intention, and di rected that the twelve votes be counted, which proved sufficient to e'ect him. WASHINGTON. Frdm our Recular Correspondent. Washington, April 1st 1901. More crookedness in Cuba ! Only a little matter of $40,000, but doubt as to who got it is giving some prominent friends of the adminis tration a bad case of shivers. A stockholder of the Havana Gaslight Co. has filed charges saying that a person of influence had collected $40,000 from that company for se curing a 50 per cent reduction in the tariff on crude' petroleum used for the manufacture of illuminating gas. The War Department is said to be investigating the charge. There are some sensational stories going around about this case, which may or may not be true, and there are some known facts. About the first of the present mouth the Presi dent issued an order reducing the tariff on crude petroleum, to be used exclusively for making illuminating gas in Cuba, from $1.40 per 100 Kilos to 70 cents, and the order was officially promulgated in Havana on the 1 8th inst. That order was is sued on the recommendation of Gov. Leonard Wood, -endorsed by Secre tary Root. There the known facts end. Gen Wood, of course, should be able in the explanation he has been asked to make by the War Dept. to say why he recommended that reduction, and the gas company stockholders should be made to tell to whom the $40,000 was paid. Meanwhile there are naturally rum ors as well as fears that Neeley's stealing of Cuban postal funds may be petty larceny compared with other crooked financial work over there by Americans. What to do with Aguinaldo, now that he has been captured, is greatly puzzling the administration. Representative Warner, of 111., brought back the gloomiest sort of budget from his recent visit to Cuba. For instance, he said: "The Cubans will sign anything or do anything just to get us away from their prop erty ana wnen tney nave tue teins inihe rown hands you can expect the worst. From what I could learn they will assess everybody with any money and have a division of the spoils. They will drive all Spani ards and American sympathizers from the island and for a brief period revel in loot. Law and order will become a mockery and a state of anarchy will reign. Of course, we must turn the island over, but it is a crime againist humanity to with draw at this time. When our troops leave the island you will witness reign of lawlessness that will startle the world and compel us in the name of justice to take matters in our own bands again." There has been so much humbug about various acts of the McKinley administration that it was a little difficult for President McKinley to do anything in that line striking enough to cause more than a passing comment, but the bit of humbug gery attached to filling the vacancy on the Civil Service Commiss'on caused by the recent death of Com missioner Brewer was a corker. Of course, it has long ago been made apparent that the professed admira tion was cant and hypocrisy of the worst sort, but nobody supposed for an instant that President McKinley would appoint a Civil Service Com missioner who naa a public record showing him to be in favor of kill ing the Civil Service Commission Well, that is precisely what Presi dent McKinley did. Ex-Represent ative W. A. Rodenberg, of East St l,ouis, 111., wno was tnis weet ap pointed Civil Service Commissioner on the 17th day of February, 1900 oniy a mtie more tnan a year ago, voted, in the House, against mak ing an appropriation for the Civi Service Commission, with the full knowledge that the appropriation was to be refused, if the necessary votes could be secured, for the pur pose of killing the Civil Service commission and the law under which it a:ts. Now, Mr. Roden berg is a Civil Service Commission er and, unless the Senate should re fuse to confirm his nomination, which is not likely, will draw $3,500 year salary and a liberal allowance for expenses during the remainder of the McKinley regime; and be has had the nerve to say in a published interview that he had always been frieud of civil service reform Such humbug is disgusting. wnne rresiaent MCKiniey is racking his brains to try to satisfy the demands 01 the republican boss es for patronage, American interests iu China are m a fair way to suffer According to late advices from Pekin, the other powers are consid ering the advisability of quietly pushing the United States out of the Chinese question by ignoring it in luture negotiations. If the United States should be pushed out of the Chinese diplomatic door, what would become of the "open door" to American trade in China ? Presi dent McKinley mav find the filline of a few offices ' a more important question than this is, but when he hears from the American people he will discover what a mistake he has made, but unfortunately that dis covery will not restore the Ameri can trade with China, which is now in the opinion of those most com petent to judge, in jeopardy. Representative Stevens, of Minn.. who has recently been in Cuba, has given the annexation-or-bust men a hard nut to crack by calling at tention to the fact that Cuba can produce sugar at a little more than half the cost of producing American beet sugar and for a great deal less than cane sugar can be produced by our Southern planters, and that it can produce enough of it to supply the market in this country, which means, in his opinion, that the an nexation of Cuba would at once kill the entire sugar industry, both cane and beet, of this country. And it is opposed to either annexation or an American protectorate. TO rl'HK A mi n tM nn; n& r Take Laiative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druiriflHt a refund the money if it fatls.to cure u. n. uivTiIIituUII liunnwi UUI. ZOO. THE COLUMBIAN. BLOOMSBURG, PA. 1 m w v Makes the food more delicious and wholesome nrm nmr Resolution of Oondolenoe- Whereas it has pleased our Heavenly Father to call from our midst Brother Philip Angle, therefore be it resolved, That we bow in humble submission to Him who doeth all things well, fully trusting that our earthly loss has been his infinite gain. That in his death we have lost a faithful member of our order, one who at all times was ready to assist in any j Alderney cow. The one and only way to promote its interests. ' kg is where the hind legs should That we' extend our heartfelt , be. It has a short stub tail, similar sympathy to the bereaved wife and to that of a rabbit, and when stand daughter, and exhort them to Him injr rese.nbles a kangaroo. Not who alone can give comfort. withstanding its many and unusual That a copy of these resolutious be deformities it is full of life.and gets given the family and published in the about as easily, if not as quickly as county papers. P. G., J. B. Miller, " T. G., L. G. Edgar, Committee. P. G., N W. Fowler, ) Espy Lodge, No. 681, I. O. O. F. The remarkable showing of the Tru-; dential Insurance Company for the 1 year 1900 is interesting, not only be- j cause it serves as an indication of the general prosperity which has prevailed throughout the country, but also be cause it shows the remarkable growth of a company whose success in the short period of its existence has been almost without precedent. The fol lowing figures, which are taken from the company's twenty-fifth annual statement, show the immense business which the Prudential really does. To day the company has over 4.000,000 policies in foice. Its surplus at the end of 1900 was over $6,000,000, while it paid to policy-holders in the same time over $7,000,000. Its in come during the closing year of the century was over $40,000,000. An amount of insurance in force of over $604,000,000, and a record of over $49,000,000 paid policy-holders with in the period of 25 years are facts which show clearly the company's work in the great field of life insurance. Any desired information in regard to this important subject can be ob tained through the company's Presi dent, Mr. John F. Dryden, at the Home Office, Newark, N. J. Recruiting Station to be Opened at 3in mokin- A General Recruiting Station of the United States Army was opened at Sharaokin, Pa., April 1st., as a branch of the General Recruiting Station at Williamsport, Pa., in com mand of 1 st. Lieutenant E. Hugh Cook 10th U. S. Infantry, who will place Corporal Frederick C. Fessmann "late 3rd U. S. Cavalry" in charge. Enlistments will be open to all able-bodied men of good character and habits and free from disease, who must be able to speak, read and write the English language.and must be be- j tween the ages of 18 and 35 years, 1 and citizens of the United states, enlistments will be made for all branches of the service. Any in formation desired concerning enlist ments will cheerfully be furnished by Corporal Fessmann. All classes of musicians ar needed. A Practical Guide to Washington, D- 0- Can be secured from P. & R. Ticket Agent, BloomsLurg by persons who expect to go with the xcursion to Washington on Thursday, April iSth. Special through coaches will be at tached to train leaving Williamsport 20 a. m. Passengers taking the 7:10 a. m. train from moorasburg will transfer to the through coaches at West Milton. Tickets good also on the 11:30 a. m. train from Bloomsburg. Stop over allowed at Philadelphia re turning. Tickets good eleven days. Round trip rate from Bloomsburg, $6-55- 4-4 3t Thii signature is on every box of the genuine Laxative Dromo-Uutnine Tablet. the remedy that rant cola im om eUtr TOOLEY & CO. Have a carload of POTATOES, At 58 cts. a Bushel, Delivered off the orders at the store Cash Grocers. , mav lyvj; mi t : r rtrmr en., tf www. Bibles large and small and the stock open for comparison at Mer cer's Drug & Book Store. Frank Myers, of Nescopeck, "is the possessor of & freak in the shape of an animal, and since the creat ure came into the world, about j three weeks ago, his barn has been visited by hundreds who desire to look at the monstrosity. It is a calf, the ofTsDriliiT of n full Mnnrl though it possessed four legs. Mr. Myers has refused an offer of fifty dollars for it. It is his inten tion to exhibit it at the county fairs the coming fall. of Cod Liver Oil is the means 6f life, and enjoyment of life to thousands: men women and children. When appetite fails, it re stores ' it. When food is a burden, it lifts the burden. When youlose flesh, it brings the plumpness of health. When work is hard and duty is heavy, it makes life bright. It is the thin edge of the wedge; the thick end is food. But what is the use of food, when you hate it, and can't di gest it? Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil is thefood that makes you forget your stomach. , If you have' not tried It, send for free sample. Its agreeable taste will surprise you, SCOTT & EOWNE, Chemists. 409 Pearl Street, New York. 60c. and $1.00 1 all druggists. THE IM UF In the Shoe bus iness is in know ing what to buy and buying it. THE- Herrick Shoe, FOR WOMEN, is a shoe of high quality, perfect fit, best style, and above all, good wear. We have them in Kid and Patent Leathers. WE HAVE THE W. L. DOUGLAS SHOE -FOR MEN. W. Ii. MOORE, Cor. Main and Iron Sts. BLOOMSBURG, PA EXECUTORS' NOTICE. Notice id hereby riven that letters testament ary on the r state of William H. Johnson, laie of the town of lilooiusburtf. county of Columbia, Pa deceased, have beeu granted to Elizabeth Johnson anJ Tne comojnnwealth Title Insur ance & Truxt i o.. of Philadelphia, Pa. to whom a 1 persons Indebted to said estate are request ed to n-ake pa? menu and luose having claims or deipauds will make kuowu the same without delav.st tlieonioeof Til B TOM ON WEALTH TITLK 1SbTKASCKTKVMTI'0., HlSChestnut bU, Philadelphia., or ELI.ABKTU JOHNSON. car. Leave your at once. scm mm BOOTS SJ f &300M FT l I TOOLEY & CO., 46 F Main St. TOUMSEKIG' EASTER pirEimg r.i7Tin iwi.kr C3VSI iuxiimw Our Spring Goods are now in. Stock is complete. Clothing for men, boys and children, at TOWNSEND'S. a? nnsiimn' 2 ivctiuiiig People. Promising the impossible is poor policy; people are too intelligent nowadays to except impossibilities. The ttore that is eternally offering its wares at from J to i their actual value soon falls under suspicion. It's the honest goods, the honest " prices, the polite service that makes and holds business friends This policy wins out. This store's every ef fort is to practice the principles embodied in the above policy. With Easter wear and wants multiplying so the season advances a thoughtful consideration of how and where you may best be served will save you many a round dollar er'e the season ends. Think it over please. Select the Tailor-Hade Suits Now. And you are invited to select it here. There's economy in it. There's all around satisfaction in it. This store boasts the finest suit equipment in its his tory. Come and look at the Misses' Suits at $ 8 75 Ladies 12 75 fc Misses " "12 so Misses' " "II 50 Early Selliag of Wash Waists. There's been active Wash Waist selling for two weeks past, These things are bought early by those who enjoy selecting while the stock is fresh and crisp. There'll be increased activity Mn this section when these items are ex ploited. Price 50c. to $2.75. Lace Curtains. Vp nlwnva sell a bi? lot of these goods because we show a bis assortment. 0 . the biggest preparations in tne uisiory 01 our ousiness. We don't claim these goods have advanced, but we are able to cive you me cesi have ever onerea. i rice Guaranteed 900 Salary. YEARLY. UK, b one 10 travel 8iolniliig BRfDls. others ' i .....t. i..l..... ..in Interests. Kir Him w.'i iwMiig ...... " M salary guaranteed yearly, extra com lulsslons and expenses, rapid aovaucement, old established house, tiraiid chance tor earnest man or woman to secure pleasant, permanent position, liberal Income and fuluie. New, brll flaul Hues. Will. t once. S-to-lbt BTAFFOHnPKES. 23 Church St., New llavtn, Conn l - - , - - - - - r "" ' "" "5r"T Overcoats 99 Spring overcoats, that are cleverly fashioned, smoothly styled, and finely tailored, are those we are showing made by Crouse 6c Brandegee, Man ufacturing Tailors; Metropolitan garments at half the price are our over coats for Spring labeled thus: CROUSE BRANDKCIE MmnutuluHnf TiiUri Vtirm, AV Yrrk H. Beautiful Thibets and Un finished Worsteds in blacks, and handsome Oxford and Cambridge mixtures in soft Vicuna fabrics, silk lined to the edge, cut quite knee lengths, with an unusually graceful "hang" are the fine ones which we are showing. Call and try one on. f am Dn n nlila iui i,cauuauic Time to Pick the New Gowns. A showing of gown goods here that any store might be proud of. New est and best weaves, prop er coloring, and very mod erate prices. Come and see the all wool Cheviots at 25c. Prunella at $1.00. - Black Henrietta at 35c. Black Serges at 55c. Dishes of All Kinds. The Dish Stock in this store is a useful stock, a dependable stock. If you buy a dish here, you buy the best of their kind, and you pay only a just price. These items for you : 1 1 2 piece dinner set, $ 9 98 U2 " " " 1200 112 " " " 1400 This epriug we have made 3 .1 1 . p 1 ; vaiues iu mcoo swuo nv a ouu. u pair iu jtu.w pan. F. P. RURSEL. NOTICE. Notice Is hereby plven that the following c counis h vh been (lied In the Cciuiuon l'luasol Columbia County, and will be presented Ui the said court oq the hint Monday of May, A. l. 101, Hiid contlined nisi, and unless exceptions are nied wluilii lour days theieatter, will be cod It i m d absolute : 1. Klnal account of A. W. DleterlcW. commit tee ot the per-iou and estate of Elizabeth Pleloir Ich, a womun ol uusouud mind now deceased- H. First accouul of earah J. Hosier and U. V. W-JlOHler, trustees for Stephen MlebacL W. II. HENU1E. l'roth'y. I'rotUy's omce, Bloouwburu, Pa., April , IW
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