M' (jiving 1M.OOMSMJRG. PA. TIIUKSDA. MAY 28. 1903. NO. 22 VOL 88. i 1 ILLEGAL FISHING. Child's Terrible Death. Oliver Bankus and Monroe Cruver Plead Guilty. Nine Year Old Mabel Herring Caught by Flames From Gasoline Stove. Will Be Sentenced Tomorrow. Death ReIieve8 Her Suffering. Illegal fishing must be stopped, so says Game Warden Harry Hsh lenian, and the first move in this direction was made on Monday when Oliver Bankus, Monroe Gru ver, Charles Sweppesheiser, Alex ander Bitlcr and Charles John all of Main township were arraigned be fore Justice of the Peace Guy Jacoby, m the Court House, tor a hearing, on the charge of having used dynamite for the distruction of fish. At the outset of the hearing, John G. Harman who with Fred Ikeler represented the defendants, entered a plea of guilty for Gruver and Bankus, and stated that they would furnish the required bail and appear later for sentence, which was allowed. The Commonwealth's attorney Duy and Herring then endeavored to connect the other three defend nnts with the crime, and to show that recording to an act relating to an offense of this kind, they were equally guilty. Testimony was given by Frank P. Bet, Wesley Crawford, Emanuel Artman, Harry Iox, William Good hart, Charles Ilartzel, Mrs. Mar eaiet Crawford and by the defend ants. The evidence showed that they were all together when they left home, Gruver had a nine inch stick of dynamite in his pocket but Bankus was the only one of the party that knew it. When they arrived at the stream, they separated, Bankus and Gruver remaining together. About eleven o'clock Gruver cut the stick of dynamite in two, and exploded half of it. The other halt was put oft at three o'clock by Bankus. When the first explosion took place Swep- reuheiser, Hitler aim loun were about twenty five yards distance, and it was upon this that the Com mon wealth sought to establish their guilt. Mr Herring in his argu ment stated that if they did not know of the dynamite wheu they left home, they certainly knew of it after the first explosion, and that it was their place to go and stop the further use of it But instead they remained away and by so doing abetted the violation and made themselves equally liable. Both Ikeler and Harman argued for the defendants, and some very fine points of law were brought out The Justice stated that it would be unjust for him to dispose of the case without hearing the defendants, and they were called to testify. While they admitted being in the party, they took no part in the ex plosion of the dynamite, and they did rot receive any of the fish killed by its use. There were probably upwards of a hundred and fifty people in the court house during the hearing, and easily four out of every five were of the opinion that the defendants were guilty. But it was a case in which the Justice was vested with tremen dous power, he was the Judge and iurv. and the evidence in a case of this kind must needs be convincing in order to convict. There must be more than suspicion, moie even than a moral certainty, the absolute facts must be shown. While tht evidence was against them in some respects it was not sufficiently strong to convict and they were therefore discharged. The punishment which the law prescribes is a fine of $ioo and im prisonment for six months. Swep penheiser, Bitlerand John can shake hands with themselves. They got out of a mighty small hole, and their narrow escape has no doubt taught them a wholesome lesson. It should serve as a warning to others. Mabel, the nine year old daught er of Mr. and Mr9. Otis Herring, met with a terrible, accident Satur day evening, from the effects of which she died six hours later. Mrs. Herring attended a funeral iu the afternoon and arrived home a little alter six o' lock, and immedi ately stft about to prepare supper. The little daughter, desirous of as sisting her mother in the prepara tion of the meal, attempted to light the fire in the gasoline stove. Find ing the supply can empty she went to an outkitchen and there, by means of a syphon-pump, filled the can, but was unable to stop the How. Her dress coming in contact with the can was saturated with gasoline, and after calling her mother, whose efforts were directed toward pre venting a waste of oil, she returned to the stove and struck a match Instantly the names leaped upon her, and she ran screaming to her mother. Mrs. Herring, paralyzed with fright, carried the little one out into the yard, all the while using every effort to tear away the burn ing clothing. The cries of the mother reached the ears of Charles Sterner, a neigh bor, who leaping over the fence, seized the child and rolled her up on the ground until the flames were extinguished. She was carried in to the house by Charles McBride. and Doctors Biermau and Bruuer summoned. The physicians were quick to re spond, but they could do nothing. She lingered along until half past twelve o'clock Sunday morning when death relieved her suffering. The child was possessed of a very lovable disposition, and was a gen eral favorite in the neighborhood. The blow is a sad and severe one to the parents, and their grief is shared by the whole community. 1 he funeral occurred from tne home on East Sixth street Tuesday afternoon. Rev. Eveland of the Mcbodist Episcopal church officiat ed. The remains were taken to Orangeville for burial. OONOEttT NOTES. Francis O'Neill, leading tenor of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Wilkes-Berre, will sing with the Choral Society tonight. Mrs. Dr. D. J. J. Mason of Wilkes-Barre accompanied her hus band to Bloomsburg at noon today, and will attend the concert this evening. It is reported that parties are coming from Catawissa and Berwick tonight to attend the concert. The sale of seats up to this morn ing indicates that there will be a large audience. The concert will be the leading musical event of the season. The doors will be closed during the rendering of each number of the first part and open between them This will be done to avoid the an noyance to both audience and the soloist, caused by late arrivals com ing in and taking their seats while the act is on. A vote of thanks was extended to Dr. Mason by the Choral Society, last evening, for the interest he has manifested in the Society, forgiving them an extra rehearsal gratuitous ly, and for some excelleut words of advice given by him in a neat ad dress at the close ot the last re hearsal. You Save and Secure Your Money By depositing it iu a good reliable Bank. There is a feeling of security and satisfaction in having your money with THIS BANK, which carrying about the person, or concealing about the home can never give. If You have not already commenced, begin now. t$t QBfoomeBurg (Jtatfiwwf (gfonft A. Z. SCHOCH, President. WM, H. HIDLAY, Cashier. CALENDARS for; 1904, Samples now Heady at the Columbian' Office. Don't place your order out of town before you see our lines. We can save you money, and we know it. Call and see samples, or a postal card will bring them to you. me .Republican btate convex tion in Harrisburg yesterday noni' inated the following ticket : For Auditor General, W. P. Snyder of Chester Co. ; State Treasurer, W. L. Mathues of Delaware Co.; Jud' ees of Superior Court, J. J. Hen derson of Crawford, and T. A, Morrison of McKean. Everything was all cut and dried beforehand, and the boss's orders were obeved without a murmur of dissent. B. A. Fritz has been appointed postmaster at Waller. FIRE DEVASTATES BUILDINGS. Four Barm Wiped Out, Entailing a Loss ol $2,000. Light Street had a distructive fire about ten o clock Tuesday night, which wiped out four barn, build ings aud a chickery. That the destruction of property was not greater was due solely to the united and heroic eitorts of the populace, and a shifting of the wind. 1 he hre was tirst discovered in the chickery of Roy Leiser. The building was in close proximity to the barn of William Shuck, and in a few minutes the flames were com municated to that structure. Fan ned by a stift breeze, the forked tongues ot the destructive element leaped from one building to another until three other barns, those ol A is. White. Robert l'atterson and NOW IS THE TIME TO CUDER. A Full Line of New HAMMOCKS FROIH 1.00 to 8.00. All this Year's. No Old Patterns Carried Over. Bloomsburg, Pa. FOR SALE BY J.G.Wells, General Hardware, BLOOMSBURG, Pa. James Shew were ignited and burn ing fiercely. At this time it look ed as though the whole town would be destroyed. With only a small hand engine to combat the fire, and with every passing moment mark ing a gain in us area, the people were in a state of alarm bordering on frenzy, when suddenly the wind shifted, and with the help of men from the surrounding country, who jumped iu and reiuforcen the bucket brigade, the hre was soon under control. The origin is not known posi tively, but the presumption is that it resulted from the overturning of a coal oil lamp, which had been left burning in the chickery. There was a small insurance on the property ot Shew and White but the others suffer a total loss. The lurid glare in the sky at tracted many people from Blooms burg, who walked up to the summit of the hill to ascertain the cause of the illumination, and quite a num ber walked all the way to the scene of the fire. WEDDED IN VAULT- Commissioner William Bogort Officiates at Court House Wedding. Commissioner William Bogert's services are in great demand these days. Only a short time ago he was called upon to tie a nuptial knot and on Tuesday he officiated at a similar occasion. The groom was Peter Evans and the bride Mrs. Emma Moore.both of Berwick. The license was secured and the groom expressed a desire to have the ceremony performed at once. He was told where the various clergymen resided but he didn't ap pear to like the idea ot going so far. Is there not some one nearer at hand?" he asked. "Yes, there is a Justice of the Peace across the street," replied Prothonotary Ter willisrer. "No, here in the build ing," continued the groom. It was then that Commissioner Bocert was called, and the party consisting of bride and groom aud Prothonotary Terwilliger retired to the vault where the knot was tied by Mr Boirert with all the suavity and grace of a city divine. That the bride and groom pre ferred having the ceremony per formed there and then was not due to the timidity of youth as both are pretty well along on life s journey, tbe former being 41 years of age and the latter 52 years. THE O0N0EKT- All arrangements have been com pleted for the concert by the Blooms bursr Choral Society tnis evening, and the event gives promise of being one of the best ot the kind ever giv en in Bloomsburg. It is certain that the chorus is the best drilled that has ever sung in Columbia county. There are about sixty voices under the leadership of Dr. D. J. J. Mason of Wilices Barre. and the music is of a hitrh order, and yet of such character that it can be enjoyed by everybody who loves music, regard less of musical education. ine seats are selling rapidly, and it promises to be the most brilliant audience of the season. THE PROGRAM. The following is the program for the concert to be given by the Bloomsburg Choral Society at the Normal Auditorium on Thursday evening, May 2Sth. PART I. O, Hail us, ye free ..Verdi Illoomsburc Choral Society. Reading, Guessing Nationalities. Mark Twain Mrs. John L. Richardson. "Orphens and his lute." Sullivan Miss Mary Albert. Aria "O God, Have Mercy "..Mendelssohn Mr. Charles O. hkeer. The Arrow and the Song Walter Hay Choral Society. TART II. St. Cecilia's Day T. B. von Bree Chorus Breathe into this quiet vale, Choral Society. Solo Sine praise to her. Miss Mary Albert Chorus Brooks shall murmur, Choral Society. Solo Frascati, fairest vale of Italy, Miss Hetty Cope. Chorus Youth and beauty hand in hand Choral Society. Recitative Sweet sounds the Song of Love, Mr. R. r . Colley. Chorus Rise and break the chains that bind us Chorus of Men Chorus Shady Groves Choral Society. Recitative Yon silver moon Miss Mary Albert. Chorus Incense odors hov'ring o'er choral Society. Recitative With cratitude our hearts are filled Miss Mary Albert Solo with Chorus, Come forward with pleasure Miss Hetty Cope, and Choral Society Chorus Holy Music Choral hociety. The tickets are 25 cents, includ inir reserved seat. Diagram at Bidlemau's book store. Max Gross severed his connection with the Louis Gross clothing store Saturday evening. Gerald Gross will assist his father iu the store in the future. GARLANDS FOR OUR FALLEN HEROES Over the narrow homes that hold the dust of "the blue and the gray," fond memory lingers, while lov ing hands place a chapletof flowers upon their graves. The muffled drum and muted fife again wake the strains of "Marching Through Georgia," and the sweet melody of "Tenting on the Old Camp Ground," echoes through the vistas of the past. Sol dier, sleep well, the breezes chant thy requiem, while the heartthrobs of America's millions honor thy memory. Our Store will Open until Noon, on Memorial Day. BENGIDDlNIB Bloomsburg, Penn'a., Corner Main and Center Sts. Come in and see us, we'll treat you right. White Shirt Waists. For years we have been known as headquarters for shirt waists that are made differently from those shown by other stores. It may be said, that a SHIRT WAIST IS A SHIRT WAIST, But certain manufacturers possess the artistic touch which makes all the difference in the appearance of the articles. We have handled the same line for 3 years. This line is admitted the most Artistic Garment Shown. The lawn is very sheer and dainty and the styles in clude those most wanted this season. Some of the fronts have tucks and all-over embroidery. Others have four rows of lace insertion, and cluster of tucks. Others are of tucks, lace insertions and medallions. Newest plaited back, Full Bishop Sleeve, Price $1.00, to $3.75. The Leader Department Store, 4th and Market Streets, ZBlooaaasTo-cirgr, 3Pa- Silk Ginghams 39 cents per yard, were 50 cents. Shirt Waist Suits Beautiful dainty wash suits representing the season's newest styles and fabrics. Hard enough to keep cool and comfortable in summer under the most advantageous con ditions. A crash suit will assist materially. As with our shirt waists, the suits are stylishly made. They have that touch which distinguishes the well made garment from the poor. These Suits are Exceptionally well Cut and Particularly well Made. They are of lawn, striped, polka dot, in black and white, Navy blue and white. Cotton Voiles in Gray, Blue and Ecru. Suisettes in Black and Blue. In all these goods the skirts are 7 gores with box plaits, tucks and circular flounces. Trices 3.00, 4.50, 5.75. and 6.50. The Leader Department Store, 4th and Market Streets, BLOOMSBURG, PA.
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