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BLOOMSBURG, PA. THURSDAY, DKCEMBEU 5, 1901.
NO. 40
AH ALMOST FATAL ACCIDENT-
Abe Moore, son of Mrs. Zachariah
Moore, of East First -Street was the
victim of a gunning accident on
Thanksgiving day, which nearly cost
him hs life. He and two companions
Henry Thresher and Willie Fox, ac
cording to a pre arranged plan, start
ed out in the morning to hunt rabbits.
Late in the afternoon they met three
other boys, Samuel Mordan, and Roy
and Isaac Shaffer. Young Mordan
was equipped with a muzzle loading
rifle. The party walked leisurely along
the road until one ot the number
espied an empty tomato can. Abe
wanted to demonstrate his marks
manship, and as the rifle in the pos
session of Mordan was the only one
loaded he decided to use it. After
considerable questioning in regard to
the amount of ammunition used in
charging the weapon, he placed it to
his shoulder and fired. There was a
loud report, a cloud of smoke and the
gun broken into a dozen pieces went
Hying through the air. ihe young
man escaped being hit by any of the
flying fragments, but his face and
hands were badly burned, and his
left forearm was torn and bruised.
Dr. a. t. Oardner was kt once
summoned, and gave the unfortunate
young man the attention which his
condition demanded. He is getting
along nicely, but will in all probability
carry marks of his indescretion for
many years to come. The other
youngsters were badly frightened. It
has no doubt "taught them a whole
some lesson.
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of business. Hut if any customer believes that our experience may be help,
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A. Z. SCHOCH, President.
WM. H. HIDLAY, Cashier.
DEATH SUMMONS TWO BROTHERS.
There is a strange similarity in the
death of George and Simon Sher
man, brothers, of Hemlock township.
Both were anucted with the same
diseases, heart failure and dropsy,
and the final summons came only
about twelve hours apart. There was
a difference in the period of their
sickness however. George had been
in poor health for several years, while
Simon's discomfort was of only a few
month's duration. But the symptoms
in both cases were identical. The
former died Saturday afternoon at
four o'clock, while the spirit of the
latter took its flight early Sunday
morning.
They were aged forty-five and fifty
years respectively, and had always
enjoyed the respect and esteem of the
whole neighborhood. A mother and
three Sisters survive. The funerals
were held on Monday.interment being
made in the Cemetery at Swenoda.
Sold by the Sheriff.
Deputy Sheriff Bruce Black con
ducted the Sheriff Sales at the Court
House Saturday afternoon. The at
tendance was small, only interested
parties being present.
A. S. McClow property sold to The
Locust Mt. Saving and Loan Associa
tion for $50.90.
Henry Reigle property sold to
Chas. J. Fisher Attorney for $1285.
The Catawissa Fibre Company
sold to Grant Herring Attorney for
$72.00.
This property was sold recently by
the Sheriff to the same parties who
bought it Saturday. This last sale
was for the purpose only of perfecting
the" title, some portions of the de
scription having been omitted in the
former advertisement. The property
is now owned by the Pennsylvania
Paper Mills.
Preliminary Injunction Granted-
Court convened luesclay evening
at seven o'clock, with His Honor C.
R. Savidge especrally presiding.
Catawissa & Bloomsburg Electric
Street Railway Company vs. the Col
umbia & Montour Electric Railway
Co. In equity.
Philadelphia & Reading Railway
Co. vs. the Columbia and Montour
Electric Railway Co. In equity.
By agreement the preliminary in
junction is continued and Dec. 16,
1901, at 11 o'clock a. m., is fixed for
final hearing. This to apply in both
' cases.
Berwiok Citizen Dead.
Robert W. Gilroy, aged 67, a well
known resident of Berwick died on
Thursday from senile gangrene. He
bad an extensive acquaintance in
Bloomsburg, and is survived by his
wife and eight children. The funeral
took place Monday afternoon. He
was a son in law of the late Hudson
Owen, and had for many years held a
responsible position in the Berwick
iron works, being an exceptionally
fine iron worker. He had been in a
Philadelphia hospital for treatment.
THE BRIGHT 8I1)E OF LIFE.
THE WHEELMEN'S SMOKER.
The smoker given by the Blooms
burg Wheelmen, Tuesday evening,
was another one of those delightful
social functions for which this organi
zation is noted. Members and friends
to the number of about sixty were
present, and while smoking was the
leading featuie, other pleasant diver
sions were indulged in. Refresh
ments, consisting of ham and cheese
sandwiches, pickles and coffee were
served, and good music was discoursed
throughout the evening by a string
orchestra, headed by Prof. Archy.
These affairs are decidedly popular
and will be continued during the
winter. The entertainment commit
tee is already at work making arrange
ments for a Christmas dance. A
Danville orchestra is to be seeured
for the occasion and the event bids
fair to eclipse all former occurrences
of the kind.
A THANKSGIVING DAY GATHERING.
There waj a pleasant gathering at
the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan
Miller on Thanksgiving day. An
elegant turkey dinner was served to
which all did ample justice. The
afternoon was spent in pleasant con
versation. Those present were: G.
A. Miiler, of Kansas, H. D. Miller
and wife, of Mifflinville, L. H. Miller,
of Berwick, O. F. Mil'er, of Nurem-
burg, NV B. Miller, wife and son Paul
of Hazleton, D. M. Miller, wife and
two children, Hazel and Asher, Main-
ville, VV. C. Mastellur wife and daugh
ter Mabel, Ella C. Miller and Dr. J.
D. Thomas and wife, of Bloomsburg,
Miss Ida Deitterich, ot Nescopeck
and Mrs. Silas Shuman. of Centre. .
DIETTERICK FAMILY REUNION.
A reunion of the Dietrich family,
savs the Morning JSlews. was held
Sunday at the home of Landlord
Harvey Dietterick,of the Susquehanna
Hotel, South Danville. A delicious
turkey dinner was served and a very
pleasant day was spent. In the party
were: Mrs. John Dietterick, Mr. and
Mrs. W. E. Dietterick and Mr. and
Mrs. William Hummel, of Espy; Mr.
and Mrs. Lloyd Dietterick, of Berwick;
Albert Hartman, of Vandergrift; Mr.
and Mrs. H. F. Dietterick and Mr.
and Mrs. E. P. Williams, of Blooms
burg. A number of children and
grandchildren were also present.
MBS. 1- D. CRAWFORD-
The Stroudsburg Daily Times of
November 29th contains the follow
ing account of the death of Mrs. Iram
D. Crawford of that place. Mr. Craw
ford, the surviving husband, formerly
lived in white nan, ana has many
relatives here. His mother was a
sister of Oliver and Enos Jacoby. The
Times says:
"stricken with paralysis just alter rising
on 1 hanksgiving day, Mrs. I. D. Crawford,
wife of the widely-known hotel manager,
died at It :2o. I he circumstances surround
ing her decease are unusually sad
Mrs. Crawford, who was the daughter of
Mrs. Eleanor Owens, of Dfeher avenue,
this town, had been looking forward to the
annual reunion on Thanksgiving day. The
lady had been giving her personal direction
to the affair and almost her last words to
her husband, when he left her dressing in
their apartment, were in recard to the din
ner, as a half dozen out of town friends were
expected.
As Mrs. Crawford did not respond to the
breakfast call, her husband, who had a pre
monition of something wrong, rushed up
stairs. He found his wife on the floor un
conscious. Physicians were summoned but
medical skill was of no avail. Ihe guests
arriving on the noon train for the dinner,
were terribly shocked on learning of the af
fair. The stroke affected the brain.
Mrs. crawtord had sutiered two previous
strokes, slight, one in Macon, ua., in Isql
and another while traveling in Europe last
year. iJeceased was a native of Scranton."
Miss Natalie Foulk attended the
funeral at Scranton on Monday. She
spent last year in New York city with
Mr. and Mrs. Crawford, and had ex
pected to return there this winter, but
trie death ot Mrs. Lrawtord will no
doubt change her plans.
ORANQEVILLE HEWS
On Thanksgiving night a drama
of six acts, entitled "Sweetbrier,"
was given for the benefit of the
band. Ths play was presented by
the Dramatic Club and was well
attended.
Mr. Isaac Creasy's boy, who,
several weeks ago, had fractured
his leg in the knee and thigh, is
gradually recovering. He is under
the efficient care of Dr. Jolly, and
his limb promises to be as sound
and strong as ever.
On Monday evening ot this wee
the Council passed an ordinance
granting a franchise to Chapin &
Co., of Wyoming, which permits
him to furnish a supply of water
for the people of the town. Work
to be commenced within six months
and finished within one year.
Anyone having a horse for sale,
which weighs about 1,000 pounds
and is a speedy traveler, would do
well by calling on Dr. Jolly, as he
wishes to purchase a horse of that
description.
Miss Annie Coleman is visiting
her mother, Mrs Freas, for a few
days.
Mr. II. B. Low is offering 60c.
for rye. Anyone wishing to sell
can make arrangements oy com
municating with hini.
Mr. William Pitts and wile, ot
Hanover, Pa., were in town over
Sunday.
Mrs. Schoonover, who taught in
the academy here years ago, is
teaching the Welsh school.
Mr. G. S. Fleckenstine has a
large stock of warm footwear for
winter and is prepared to fit all
feet.
Many contemplated visits to
Philadelphia are being postponed
on account 01 the small pox in that
city. This is good judgment, as a
person going into an infected locali
ty, might scatter the disease to parts
where it is not existing.
HOLIDAY SALES!
Rev- Hewitt as a Witness.
The following clipping is from the
Living Church of Nov. 30. Rev. Mr.
Htwitt was a former Rector of St.
Paul's Episcopal Church, this town.
"The Rev. John Hewitt of Colum
bus, Ohio, was a witness in a criminal
case, and had testified that the prison
er had at one time been a guest in
his house, during which time he (the
prisoner) had taken no liquor, but
bad frequently retired to his room to
take medicine. The following col
loquy ensued, according to the San
Francisco Examiner:
"How do you know that he didn't
drink at that time?" inquired Assist
ant District Attorney Samuels. .
"Because there was no liquor in
the house."
''How about the medicine he took
so frequently; what was it? "
" I don t know what it was, but it
wasn't liquor."
" Well, if you didn't know what it
was, how do you know it wasn 1
liquor?" demanded the Assistant
District Attorney, with a show of im
patience. " Because, sir," said the minister,
mildly, " it wasn't a liquid, it was a
powder."
Lioense Blanks,
AlPkinds of application blanks for
liquor license for sale at this office,
including hotel, restaurant, bottler,
distiller, and wholesale. Price '10
cents each, or 3 for 25 cents. tf.
Absented Himself.
nanes tt. n.rnest did not appear
when wanted in Court Wednesday
morning. his recognizance was
declared forfeited and a bench war
rant issued for him. He was charged
by Aarcn Trexler, of Aristes, with
assault and battery and assault and
Dattery with intent, and had been m-
I dieted by the Grand Jury. He was
tne complainant in a similar case
against Trexler, but his bill was
ignored by the Grand Jury. As soon
as he learned of this, he together with
his bondsman disappeared, or at least
they failed to come forward when
wanted Wednesday morning. There
were no other cases ready for trial
and upon motion of District Attorney
Harman, all petit jurors and witnesses
in criminal cases were dismissed from
further attendance at this term.
OUR DISPLAY OF
JEWELER,
in all its lines, was
never before equalled
in this section.
MANY NEW
HANDSOME DESIGNS
Licensed to Wed-
Licenses to wed have been issued
to the following couples, by Orphan's
Court Clerk W. H. Henrie:
Alfred W. Evans and Miss Ida
Elnora Renner, both of Bloomsburg.
Harry Reppert of Espy, and Miss
Ruth Edwards of Bloomsburg.
James L. Rishel of Montour town
ship and Miss Alice B. Mover of
Catawissa. -
G. L. Kiefer and Miss Haltie Seine
both of Benton township.
McKinley Photographs-
A few photographs of President Mc
Kinley making his last address, at
Buffalo, the day before he was shot,
can be obtained at this office. Large
size, former price 50 cents, will be
closed out at 25 cents. Theie are
but a few left, and no more will be
printed at that price, so secure them
early. tf.
Geo. W. Bertsch, who for a num
ber of years was eugaged in the
merchant tailoring and gentlemen's
furnishing goods at the stand now
occupied by J. R. Townsend's Star
Clothing House, is now with Mac
Donald & Campbell, dealers in
mens' and boys' clothiiig and fur
nishings, 1334 and 1336, Chestnut
Street, Philadelphia.
Call and examine
my goods and
Get Rrices !
J. Lee Martin,
Optician.
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Nickel
Bath Room
Fixtures,
Nickel
Chafing Dishes.
Tea Pots,
Coffee Pots,
Skates,
Toy Bedsteads,
Parlor Pistols,
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Sleigh Bells.
o
cr. a-. -wells,
General Habdware.
Relief
grousers;
Every man is in about the same
fix. Needs a ' Relief" pair of Trous
ers to finish out the season until
it is time to change to the Spring
Suit. ,
All in the world that Suit of
yours needs to keep it in wearable
shape is the help of an extra pair of
Pants.
And they're easy to get at these
prices
$2.00, $3.00, $5.00.
Every pair cut right and made
right. No back numbers.
Money back if you want it, but
you won't.
Ben
THE CLOTHIER.
UJGt Come in and see us, we'll treat you right.
The Leader Department Store.
Good Morning I Have You Guessed Yet?
That $75-oo Rug is Yours,
It Your Guess is Nearest Correct Nuimber.
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The Plan is Simplicity Itself.
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Golden Oak, beautifully marked, 3 small
drawers, flanked by two panneled cupboards
plate glass mirror, 36 x 24,
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Combination
Book
Cases.
No Single Piece of Furniture
will go as far as a book case in
urnishing a sitting room. We
have 4 special patterns.
$15. Quartered Oak,
Golden Polish, 3 drawers. Mir
ror, 10 x 12.
$ 2 O- Quartered Oak, 3
drawers, top one swelled front;
carved drop leaf on writing desk.
Mirror, 12 x 14.
$23.50.-Solid Wood,
Golden Oak, 40 x 72 size. 3 draw
ers, swelled front on upper. Con
vex glass tront on book case.
$26. Solid Quartered
Oak, Golden Finish. Swelled
Front. Drawers, Swelled Glass
Front on Book Case. Heavy hand
carved moulding on top. Plate
Glass Mirror, 12 x 14. Marking
of wood very fine.
Leader Store Co., Ltd.,
4th and Market Sts.