THE COLUMBIAN, BLOOMSBURG, PA. m4 THE COLUMBIAN. BLOOMSBURG, FA. . THURSDAY, OCTOUKK 31, 1901. Kitterra at tlir Pom OJltre at RlnmnHiurg, Pa. I neeontieluiuMatter.ilarrli 1, APPBENTIOE WANTED- Boy wanted at this office to learn printer's trade. Must be at least six teen years of age, and a lair reader and speller. Resident of town pre ferred, tf. Legal advertisements on page 7. Hammocks many styles and many prices at Mercer's Drug & Book Store. We are indebted to Hon. W. T. Creasy for a copy of the fish and game laws. . Envelopes, paper, tablets, box paper and all stationery, at Mer cer's Drug & Book Store. Valuable town lots at public auc tion, by the Bloomsburg Land Im provement Company. See adv't. The net proceeds of the 20th Century minstrel entertainment recently given here amounted to $54.00. . Get your panacea for your little chicks and lice powder to kill the lice, at Mercer's Drug & Book "Store. . Mr. John K. Grotz, the oldest inhabitant, has passed his ninety first birth-day, and is still a well preserved man. The Teachers' Institute will be held during the week beginning Nov. 2Sth. The day sessions will be held in the Court House. A cart for sale, or exchange tor hay or straw. Also one, or the pair of sorrels for sale. 10-3-tf. Dr. H. Bierman. Town lots for sale, on easy terms. Bloomsburg Land Improvement Co. Inquire of Sanderson Woods, sales agent. N. U. Funk, Sec'y. Office, Eut Building. - (4 25 . . Fire destroyed a car load of hay, on the siding at Shuman's station, of the Philadelphia & Reading rail- way Thursday night. A flying spark from a passing locomotive is believed to have caused it. ' Joseph Sands has accepted a clerk ship with B. A. Gidding. He has moved his family lrotn Mordans ville into the rooms on the second floor of the Harter Building corner of Main and East Streets. Hon. Henry B. Clifford will de liver a lecture on "Copper Fortunes, or the manner in which the Bon anza Kings made their millions" in the Opera House, on Tuesday even ing, Nov. 5th at 8 o'clock. No children under fifteen years of age will be admitted. M, & C. Telephone. For Flen Only. Did you ever use a pair of ZbEilItar37- HAIR BRUSHES? If not you don't know what "brush comfort" is. We have just received a direct importation of them and the price is lower than ever. $1.00' 1.40 1.75 2.50 f$3 00 3.50 3.75 4.00 PER PAIR. -0 W. S. Rishton, Ph. G. Sat Buildina. Pharmacist. a" MONARCH PATS." Great Shoes, In Every Leather. The Patent Leather Shoe ' That Won't Break Thro', Try a pair. We have the exclusive sale. W. C. HcKINNEY, 8 E. Main St. For a good bicycle, either ladies' or gent's, go to Mercer's Drug & Book Store. The ba.lots were printed at the office of the Benton Argus, and cle livcred to the Commissioners on Tuesday. ... Public sale of town lots, by the Bloomsburg Land Improvement Company, 011 Saturday, November 16 and Saturday, November 23, 1901. See advertisement. Miss blizabetn Logan will give an account of her summer in Europe, in the Buck Horn M. E. church on Saturday evening. Admission 10 cents. There will also be music and recitations. Thomas Nantivul, a tailor for J. R. Townsend, accidently thrust one blade of a pair of shears into his wrist Friday evening, inflicting an ugly wound. The services ofa phy sician were necessary to stop the flow of blood. Rev. and Mrs. R. H. Gilbert, have arrived home to Berwick from a trip abroad. They were tendered a reception Friday evening, in honor ot their safe return. He is the pastor of the Methodist Episco pal Church of that place. . The properties of J. V. Stack house in Pine township and J. W. Creasy in Stigarloaf township, were sold by the Sheriff Saturday as ad vertised. A settlement was made in the former, and the latter was stayed by plaintiffs attorneys. Location may not be an obstacle to greatness, but it is an all im portant matter if you would insure yourself a good profit on real es tate. See advertisement of the public sale of town lots by the Bloomsburg Land Improvement Company. . . Rev. Father Barr, who for two years or more has been the pastor of St. Columba's Catholic Church, has been transfeired to Lewistown, by order ot Bishop Shanahan of the Ilarrisburg Diocese. He is succeed ed here by Rev. Father Murphy, who arrived this morning. Rev. Barr departed Wednesday afternoon for his new field of labor, followed by the best wishes ot our people. . Do you want a good second hand bicycle? If so, go to Mercer's Drug & Book Store. One ladies' wheel $9.00, with new tires; one gent's wheel, style, Sentinel, a bar gain at $11.00; one gent's wheel, style, Reading, for 1 1 .00; one high grade Columbia wheel, gent's, for $9-So, on Reading Special, with coaster brake, for $16.50. New last year; one Crescent tandem for $25-oo. There was great excitement at the Opera House Saturday evening, although the audience was in ignor ance of it until it was all over. To produce the proper effect in the tableaux at the end of the first act, colored lights were used. In burn ing the powder one of the assistant stage hands thoughtlessly poured too much of it out at one time. The consequence was that the fire pan became so hot that he could not hold it. The blaze was communi cated to some drapery nearby and in an instant one whole scene was on fire. Paul Hannan and W. II. Coffman who stood on the opposite side of the stage rushed across and securiug the hose which is kept for such contingencies, succeeded in ex tinguishing the blaze before any serious damage was done. II. C. Jones.an attache of the Opera House, is also deserving of credit for the manner in which he conducted him self during the excitement. It was he who turned on the water and he also assisted in keeping back the many little folks who .were on the stage at the time. Mr. Harman and Mr. Coffman are the only ones who were any the worse for the ac cident, they had their hands slightly burned. It was a close call, because had the alarui of fire been given, with the building filled as it was with people a panic would have re sulted. For Croquet Sets, from 85c. to $2.25, g t0 Mercer's Drug & Book Store. The residence of Mrs. Bridget Holleran. at Runert was totally des troyed by fire Monday morning. But little of the iurniture was saved and the loss is a severe one to Mrs. Holleran, as she had no insurance. A defective flue was the cause ot the fire. ' . Willie, a fourteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Stitzel. of Moreland township, Lycoming county, was attacked and gored to death 1 by a vicious bull on Tuesday. He was sent alter the cattle which were pasturing in a field some distance from the house and when he did not return, his father instituted a search. He was found horribly mangled. and taken to the house where death occurred shortly after. - . On Halloween it has been the practice to indulge in very rough amusements, and to play so called jokes and tricks that amount to malicious mischief, which are punishable in the courts. Throwing soot, flour, corn, cabbage, and other articles; stealing shutters and gates, may seem very funny to those who indulge in it, but they are very an noying to the victims and it ought to be prevented. Chief Knorr gives notice that anyone caught engaging in any rough or injurious acts will be arrested. An example made of one or two will put a stop to it. t Thursday evening, Nov. 7 has been decided upon as the date for the testimonial to Jay Brown, whi:h will be given by the combined forces of last winter's Civic Club Minstrels and the Winona Fire Go's. 20th Century Minstrels. A new program is being prepared. The circle, or first part will be lengthened, and the olio, will have many good things all of which will make a prodigious production. Mr. Brown is a young man of probity, who has been tire less in his efforts to aid worthy ob jects in the past. The house should be crowded to the doors on Thurs day evening uext. Remember two big shows all for one admission. 'bys to Unlock Hearts-" Lecture by 0. F. Flippo, D. 0. A Rich a-d Rare Entertainment. You are cordially invited to attend Rev. Dr. O. F. Flippo's popular lecture to be delivered in the First Baptist church, Bloomsburg, Pa., Monday, November 4th, 1901, 8 p. m. This Lecture is humorous and pathetic. The Lecturer deals with Hearts, and throws out a Key to fit every heart. Lovers are greatly aided in their up-hill business. Family in felicities are touched up, and remedies suggested. Some stern but wholesome truths to husbands. It will pay mer chants lo attend this lecture. Violent Politicians and Pugnacious Religionists are rebuked and pacified. Dudes are furnished with Keys to fit Hearts of the Flirts. Everybody en joys this lecture. PRESS COMMENTS. Dr. Flippo is unquestionably one of the most entertaining, amusing, hum orous and instructive lecturers that the people of Norfolk have had the pleasure of hearing. He claims the attention of the audience from the be ginning to the end, and moves them by his constant shifting the scene from laughter to tears. Norfolk Landmark. As a popular lecturer Dr. Flippo has no superior in this country, and during his visits to this place he has completely captured the hearts of our people by his genial disposition, earn est Christian bearing, and thrilling and instructive lectures. His next lecture will be given here some time next month, of which due notice will be given.- Washingtonian and Jforror. Tickets on sale at Bidleman's. Ad mission 25 cents. Buy a ticket at once and secure a seat. HIE CAUSE- OF OH SUCCESS In the Shoe bus iness is in know ing1 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. H. MOORE, Cor. Main and Iron Sts. BLOOMSBURG, PA BOOTS ' f't 1r At the next meeting of the local fire board, an amendment to in crease the term of the Chief of the department from one to three years will be considered. The board is composed of two members from each company. The Winonas held a meeting Tuesday evening and in structed its representatives to vote in favor of the proposed amendment. PURELY PERSONAL Thos. F. Young of licnton wai in town on Tuesday, Mjm Iless Kawlings U swerving a cashier in H. A. Gidding' duihini; store this week. Miss Martha K. Podson, one of Berwick's fnscinntin; young la-Mes, enjoyed a trolley ride to Ulcoinshurg, Monday. Lambert McIIenry left on Monday for WilkesHarre, where he will play cornet in Oppenhcimet's ('.rand Opera House Orches tia during the thcatrftal season. . . The Democratic prns of rennayiva nlt never made a flnor showing of gen uine patriotism than during the pra ent right for the honor of the common wealth. It Is an aggressive unit for a successful movement against th combined public plunderers. Vote fof Yet keg and Coray. No right thinking American citizen can have any respect for a Judge of any court who secretly gives away in advance its decisions. Such unprofes sional and unjudicial conduct in a member of the highest tribunal in the state is to be condemned without mercy. Vote for Yerkei. This is the year when the Demo cratic voters of Pennsylvania are com ing out with their fighting clothes on. That means a great vote for Yerkea and Coray, two of the best candidates ever presented for the suffrages of the ling suffering people of this state. This is the year when a great non partisan movement in Pennsylvania means the overthrow of Quayism and all that it implies. This is why the machine is working secretly but des perately to keep its grip on the state treasury. During the last session of the most corrupt legislature Pennsylvania ever knew, the machine forces united to serve themselves. Now it Is the peo ple's chance to stand together in their own interests. Vote for Yerkes and Coray. In politics the honest citlien always should find out what the machine wants him to do, and then quietly vote the other way. Mark your ballot for the reform candidates, Yerkes and Coray. The members of the bar In all part of the state are disgusted with Potter and without regard to party they will work and vote for the clean and high minded candidate for the supreme bench, Judge Yerkes. A vote for Coray means the turning f the rascals out, and the turning on of the light. Get your neighbor to Join you in voting for the Fusion can didate for state treasurer. With Coray in charge of the state treasury there will be no big "rake off" for the machine; no due bills in the cash drawer for the benefit of Quay hirelings. Coray's brilliant legislative record worried the Quay roosters. Wait till ho gets in the state treasury and there will be a rise In the price of carpet bags. Fusion has won splendid victories in various parts of the state. Let it now be carried out on a large scale and the taxpayers will never regret it. Bring out the vote in every county and in every election district and the defeat of the Quay combine Is as sure as the rising of the sun next Tuesday. Now Is the time to lift the lid and show what has been going on In the state treasury during the past 40 years. Vote for Coray. WANTED SEVERAL PERSONS OK character and good reputation in each state (one in this county required) to represent and advertise old established wealthy busi ness house of solid financial standing. Sal ary $iS.oo weekly with expenses additional, all payable in cash each Wednesday direct from head offices Horse and carriage fur nished, when necessary. References, En close self-addressed stamped envelope. Man. ager, 316 Caxton Build'g, Chicago. (161926 HAVE YCU READ ABOUT "ELITE"CHINA fa' $W i -I.E. - La M . 1'ow Wir.g extensively advertised in l!i- leading periodicals ? Well, you probably are anxious to see some of it. We have a nice display; odd pieces or fi.'.t sjts. Trade-mark on every piece. The most-talked-of china to-!.iy in America. Clad to show it ( 5 ''i;, if you vi'.l but call. L. 2. VHAR"V. For the cool nights and days that are coming. The nights are getting colder. The leaves are falling and all announce the coming of colder weather. It's time you're preparing for it. This store, filled with all kinds of goods, suitable for cold weather, is ready to supply your every want in every line and of reliable qualities, at lowest prices. Coats, Capes, Suits, Furs, Raglans, Skirts. This department is fully equipped with all that's new auci yuuu piupcriy muue, a 27 in. Auto uoats, all lined, from $4 S8 to $14 58. 42 in. Automobile Coats, all lined, from $9 68 to $16 00 each. 58 in. Raglans, Oxford Greys, at $io"oo. furs. All the newest styles of neck pieces are here, made from selected furs, for lit tle money. ERES3 GOODS. You will find good lines of dress materials in all the leading goods at lowest prices. Prunellas, Vene tians, Paune, Camel's Hair, Cheviots, Kersey, Broad cloth, Serges, &c. UNDERWEAR. All that's good and warm are found in this Under wear stock for men, women and children. See our women's and children's 25c garments, as well as better ones. Also, our 42c gar ment for men. o See our $1 00 Blankets. SHOES OF AIL KlimS, except inferior shoes, can be found here. We offer honest material whether it be calf or kid, and made up in an honest manner, into styl ish and durable footwear, for men, women and children. Any and every new shape or style that is worthy of considera tion will be found in our stock. Our ladies' shoes, at $2.00, have had a remarkable sale. Their merits have won friends every where. Another good shoe is Colonial Dame, at $2.50. F. D. DENTLER. Some riore of Those CHILDREN'S UflBRELLAS At 65c. and 75c. each, and they are good quality for the price. Call and examine them. J. LEE The following letters are held at the Bloomsburg, Pa., postoffice, and will be sent to the dead letter office Nov. 12, 1 90 1. Persons calling for these letters will please say that they were advertised Oct. 31, 1901": Mrs. Ida Brobst, Mr. C. R. Miller, Mr. James Sechrist, Mr. C. H, Prall, Miss Gertrude Reed, Mrs. E. L. Sut liff. Cards: Mr. John Godfree. One cent will be charged on each letter advertised. O. B. Mellick, P. M. . . A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Colley on Sunday last. goou materials, latest styles a k k - DUESS SEIETS AND WALKING SKIRTS. ! In large assortments, from $1 39 upwards. ! SUITS. We offer some most ex cellent values from our K resent stock. See our Torfolk Suit at $12 00. MILLINERY. Some of the best values we have ever shown, in feathers,, bird's breasts, plumes, tips,&c. See them. TRIMMED HATS. You will find the newest creations in Hats here and priced at less than usual. Vou should see them. LACES. You know they're all the go for trimming, especially the Escunal effects. We have them, as well as the Appliques. Venice bands, in straight and serpentine effects. See our $1 00 Comforts, white cotton filled. One Price Cash." H. J. CLARK & 50N. OWLS HAVE BEEN CALLED WISE, Since one, a longtime ago.it is said, dis covered that he needed glasses, and inimedi ately put them on. Vou who are working yo eyes should emulate the owl, put a pair o glasses between your eye weakness and the world. Don't let it go any further. Accurate and careful examinations are made here. Oc culisl's prescriptions carefully filled. Eyes tested free. Correction guaranteed. Ccme in to-day, any day. GEO. W. HESS, Dr. ok Refraction and Jeweler, BLOOMSBURG, TA MARTIN, The Jeweler, SADE T. VANNATTA. ("Successor to C. F. Knapp.) GENERAL IX8URANCE, Office 238 Iron St., Bi.oomshuro, Pa. Oct. 31, 1901. tf ' JAMES RE1LLY & SON, 1 1 IMVHMUNI & STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS,J ANCE WCK,;e'XOND FLOOR
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