Ip • c I'HL CAMERON COUNTY PRESS ESTABLISHED UY C. B. G IULD, MARCH, 1866. VOL. 42. • POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS All I'inoiincenicnts II n tier (his heml mil it be signed by the candidate and paid in advance to insure publication. IPOR CONGRESS— R HON.CHARLES F BARCLAY OPCAMRRON Coi'NTY. Subject to the action of the Republicans of the twenty-first Congressional district, composed of the counties of Cameron, Clearfield, Centre and McKean. Post office address— Sinnamahoning, Pa. MEMBER OK ASSEMBLY- V HON. JOSIAH HOWARD, OK EM PORIUM. Pa. Subject to the action of the Republicans of Cameron coun yat the Primarv Election, Sat urday, April 11th, 1908. . /,s\s oriate Judge. 1 r<OR ASSOCIATE JI'DCE. I JOHN" A. WYKOPF. Grove Towushin, Pa. Subject to the decision ol' the Rep* v Cameron county at the Primary E»e6. ' *u dav, April 11th, 1908. P. O.— Sionaninhoning, Pn. rnoa ASSOCIATE juofiE, r J. A. MUTT'HRRSBOUGH. D»iltwood. Pa. ] Subject to the action of the Republic-ins of Cameron countv at the Primary Election. Satur day, April Mth," 1908. ASSOCIATE JUDGE, I W W. BERRY, Sterling Ruu, Pa. Subject to the decision of the Republicans of Cameron county at the Primary Election. Satur nay, April 11th. 1908. TPOR ASSOC IATB JUDGE, r SA viUEL O. McCOOL. Driftwood, Pa. Subject to the decision of the Republicans of Cameron county at the Primarv Election, Satur day, April 11, 1908. Con ntij Com mission rr. COUNTY COMMISSIONER, r JOHN W.LEWIS. Shipppii Township. Subject to the action ol the Republicans of Cameron county at Hie Primary Election. Satur day. April lltli, 1908. P. O.—Emporium, R. F. D. COUNTY COMMISSIONER. I" S. P. KREIDER. Drifl'vuml, Pa. Subject to the decision of the Republicans of Cameron county at the Primary Election, Satur day, April 11th, 1908. fOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER. X 1 O. 1.. UAILEY, Sinnanuihoning. Pa. Subject to the action of tlie Democratic elec tors Camerou counlv ai tlie Primary Election, Saturday, April 11th, 1908. FOR COUNTY COM MISSIOKER, WM. H. SMITH, Lumber Township, Subject to the action of the Democratic elec tors the Primary Election Saturday, Apiil 11th, 1908. P. O.—Sterling Run. I poll COUNTY COMMISSIONER, ' BKNJAMIN DAYTON, , Sterling Run, Pa. Subject to the action of the Republican electors at the Primary Election, April 11th, 1918. Sheriff. I/OK SHERIFF, r ALLEN M. HAMILTON, East Emporium, Pa. Subject to the decision of the Republicans of Cameron county at the Primary Election, Satur day, April lltli, 1908. I TIOR SHERIFF, FRANK G. JUDD, Emporium, Pa. Subject to the action of the Republicans of Camerou county at the Primary Election, Satur day, April 11th, 1908. TPOR SHERIFF, _P JOHN W. NORRIS, Emporium, Pa. Subject to the action of the Democratic elec tors of Cameron county at the Primary Election, Saturday, April 11th, 1908. A Fortunate Purchase. Did you ever stop to tbink what be comes of the travelers samples of a large Wholesale Dry Goodß House? Buffalo's largest wholesale house, the Clawson & Wilson Co., employ forty traveling salesmen. Every six months they return their samples to be replac ed by new ones. Mr. R. Kuehne, on his way to New York last week, stopp ed off at Buffalo, juat in time when these samples were put on sale at a ridiculous low price and the result was a large purchase. Beginning next Fri duy, (Feb. 28), the ladies of this county will have a chance to buy a lot of good merchandise at Emporium's largest and most progres-iive Dry Goods Store at prices never before heard of in this part of the state. Here are the items: 269 Corsets, mostly size 21, at follow ing prices: Regular $1.50 selfreducing Corsets, not very many of these, at 59c; the regular SI.OO Corsets at 39c; the regular 50c Corsets at 25c and the regular 25c girdles, (of these there are not many) at 15c. There are 969 pieces of Ladiei Neckwear, 10c and 15c Em broidered Turn-over Collars will be sold at sc; the 25e Embroidered Collars, all washable and a large variety of styles, will be sold for 10c and some very beautiful Neck-piecee, which are usualy 50c, at 19c. Then there are 228 Ladies Belts in Leather, Silk, etc. The SI.OO kind will be 50c and the regular 50c belts are marked 25c. There is al so a lot of Jewelry, |soc Bracelets will be 25c; Fine Pearl Necklaces, the 50c kind, will bo 25c; Peter Piper Leather Fobs for children, the 250 kind will be sc. Handsome Belt Buckles, 50c kind 25c; the regular 25c kind 10c and one lot, without slides, 25c quality at sc. Hooks and eyes always 5c per card 2c. etc. It is needless to say that goods marked at such price will find ready purchasers and we therefore advise you togo early to this sale. "A Trip to the Moon" at Theatorium on Saturday night. Handsome views, colored. "A Royal Slave." With all itß v alth of special scenery, gorgrous costu en, bright and catchy specialties—is ae attraction at the Emporium Opera House, Friday even ing, Feb. 28th. This piece, which has attained such an enviable reputation and secured such a hold on the hearts of theatregoers from one end of this broad land to the other—is from the pen of Mr. Clarence Bennett, author of the "Holy City," another notable suc cess. Mr. Bennett has located his scenes near the city of Mexico and based the fabric of the play on events which actually occured during the brief reign of the unfortunate Emperor Maximilian. The great treasure—the secret of which was so loyally and jeal ously guarded by El Aguilla (The , "agio) who although a serf, traced his I lineage from the royal Montezumas— j is founded on fact. The success of this piece has been so phenomenal in Am erica that the firm has decided to pres ent it next year in England. First Trip Down Town. Mr. A. Ivresge. who has been ill since the 2nd of last December, yester day was able to get down town for the first since that time. Ho was at tacked with pneumonia at the begin ning of the winter and had a critical time with that treacherous disease, and afterwards experienced much trouble with his heart. He has been gaining nicely the past two weeks, however, and he and his family !#re cheerful in the belief that the restoration of his health is of a permanent character.— Dußois Courier, 22d. The many Em porium friends of our old friend and former citizen regret to learn of his illness. The old veteran, who in sales man for the Phoenix Mill Co., has been prospering in his old age and stands well with the business world. We hope our good friend may be spar ed n-any years. Mr. Kresge has been for many years one of our most prompt subscribers. Emmanuel Church Notice. Quinqnagesima Sunday ' March 1), Celebration of the Holy Communion at 10:30 a. m. Ash-Wednesday, (March 4), services 10 a. m.and 7:30 p. m. Daily Lenten services (except Satur day). On Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays in the parish house at 4:15 p. m. On Wednesdays and Fridays in the church at 7:30 p. m. Celebration of tfie Holy Cummunion each Sunday in Lent (except first in the month) at 8 a. m. "Lent is not a substitute for the daily Christian life; it is not being religious for a few weeks and careless after wards, it is a session of special thought, earnest study; faithful endeavor, to know better the conditions under which we are to achieve success, and the better fulfil our duty to God." Oriental Plays all the Rage. Mr. Butler the energetic manager of the Emporium Opera House has secur ed Clarence Bennett's beautiful Mexi can play, "A Royal Slave" for Friday evening, Feb. 28tb. The author has evolved .a story, startling in its intens ity, calling into play the strongest emotions human nature possesses. The loyal, undying devotion of Aguila to his young mistress, the passionate hate of the Countess Inez de Ora, the sweet confiding love of the gentle Isa dora—relieved by the bright, breezy comedy of the American newspaper correspondent and the equally spright ly Anneta with the specialties they in troduce—all contribute their share in making "A Royal Slave" one of the most enjoyable ol this season's offer ings. The Social Swim. WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY PARTY. MRS. FRKD ARN JOHNSON very pret tily entertained about twenty lady friends last Saturday afternoon, from three o'clock until eight, at her home on Sixth street, whist being the chief amusement, but the real pleasure came with the unique and elaborate refresh ments. The favors were metal cannons mounted on boxes of confectionery, al so carnations. The decorations were flags and Washington's portraits. When the score cards were tallied it was ascertained that the following captured the prizes: First, Mrs. J. P. McNarney; second, Miss Lane; Booby, Mrs. H. S. Lloyd. Drunken Orgies. The drunken rowdies made the west j ward disgraceful, last Saturday night. j Certainly Something can be done to I put a stop to this lawlessness and close ; up the pig's ears. Again last night a . drove of young lads, beastly drunk, ' came down Fourth street. Shame! I "Liberty and Union, One and Inseparable."— WEßSTEß. EMPORIUM, PA., THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1908. The Greatest Good to the Greatest Number. It is a self evident fact that onr citizens, regardless of party, who have the material interests of our entire count}' at heart, are fast re solving to insist upon the indorse ment of Hon. Josiah Howard for Representative by all parties,there by enabling him to better meet the demands of our people. Mr. How ard is through and through im bued with a desire to build up our county and has a right to expect both political parties, representa tives of the entire people, to aid him in his efforts. Let us all join hands for Cameron county, our homes and firesides, anil good moral government. Let us elect Mr. Howard who will aid in giv ing us better schools, better roads and better farms, lower tax es. In fact let us ALL work for Cameron county and the best way will lie to show Hon. Josiah How ard that we appreciate his devo tion and sacrifice by according him a unanimous election. DEATH'S DOINGS BBSB SIZER. As announced last week, just as we were going to press, the sudden death of Nelson H. Sizer cast a gloom over a large circle of friends. Nelson Sizer was born at Sizerville, this county, and resided here until he grew to man hood, when he actively engaged in busi ness He was the soul of honor in every day life. After moving to Al toona, Pa., he was employed as sales man by the Dold Packing Co. His funeral took place on Friday last. The following was written by H. D. Burlingame, (a cousin) and read at the burial ceremony of the Uuited Commercial Travelers: BIOGRAPHY. "NELSON H. SIZER was born at Sizer ville, Pe„ March 4th, 1854. He was one of five childran two of whom sur vive him. After reaching manhood he for many years followed the lumbering business as foreman and inspector. His strong characteristics, so essen tial to a successful traveling salesman, were called to the attention of the Jacob Dold Packing Company when needing a salesman, and he was offer ed the position which he has held for the past several years. His record as a salesman will ever stand as an ex ample worthy to be followed by his feilow br jthers; honest in all his deal ing, faithful to his employer, firm but fair with his customers. He was a man that was very emphatic in his denunciation of man, or things that appeared to him to be different from what they seemed to be. Among his friends and associates he proved a great entertainer. Few were his equal in his power of description. His friends are numbered from the highest to the lowest, aud among his acquaintances the most humble receiv ed his greatest attention. He had a a very strong individuality and the word Sizer meant more for him than a name. Peace be unto him." NELSON H. SIZER. a well known traveling salesman, residing at Llys wen, died at 3:15 o'clock yesterday morning, of typhoid fever, at the Al toona hospital. He was admitted to the institution Feb. 14. Mr. Sizer was born at Sizerville, Cameron county, Pa., and was aged 54 years. For the past seven or eight years he had been a resident of this city. He was a traveling salesman for the Jacob Dold Packing company. Besides his wife, he is survived by one brother, F. H., of New Castle, and one sister, Miss Dora Sizer, of Sizerville. The w.ell known Burlingame family were cousins of the deceased. Mr. Sizer was a man of strong individuality and had a host of friends. He was a member of the United Commercial Travelers and his death is the first in the local lodge since its organization four years ago. The lodge will have charge of the funeral.—AltoonaTimes, Feb 20, 1908. For Sale. Will sell at a bargain: One, three drawer, eight key National Cash Reg ister; four, six feet show cases; one, four feet floor case; one, fifty dozen silk thread case; one, four feet eight arm display rack; one revolving cloak rack; one, six feet double cloak rack; two, eighteen inch paper cutters; two, twenty-four inch paper cutters; two | cone twine holders; one umhrolla case; i hat stands and coat hangers. All new. I 51-tf. W. H. CRAMER. Mrs. Zora D. Lewis Dead. ' MRS. ZORA D.LEWIS, of North Creek, wife of Francis A. Lewis, after a brief j illness, passed from this life, Feb. 19, ! 1908. The deceased was born at Little Gennessee, N. Y., April 29, 1853, came to this county as a teacher in our pub lic schools; after several years of very acceptable work, united in marriage with Francis A. Lewis. Unto this union was born three daughters, Mrs. M. E. Taylor, of North Creek, Mrs. Ea*l Brundage, and Mrs. Harry Hock man, of Mina, Potter county. She is also survived by her husband and one sister, Mrs. Loomis, of Little Oennessee, N. Y., also a large circle of relatives and friends. By order of Divine Providence she was surrounded by her entire family in her last hours, everything being done for her comfort and restoration that human hands coukl do, yet it seemed to be the will ot God that she ; should depart. Mrs. Lewis was a much learned and able woman, very active in all the righteous enterprises in the neighbor hood, always present at church as her health would permit and gave lib erally of her means to tlie mipport of i the gospel. She will be greatly missed I by the church and community '■' he sorrow stricken family have the sympathy of their many friends and neighbors in these their hours of great sorrow and bereavement. Funeral services were conducted at the Rich Valley church, Feb. 22, I'JOB, at 2 p. in., by the writer. Notwithstanding the season of the ; year there was a lovely profusion of i flowers and the very large congregation assembled from all parts of the county ! was an expression of the high esteem lin which she was held. Interment in the Rich Valley cemetery. The family wishes to tender thanks to the singers of Free Methodist church, Emporium and also the neighbors and friends for their assistance in their sad affliction. REV. A. C. DOW. Sentenced to Jail. Chief of Police Frank Mundy return ed from Scranton on Tuesday morn ing, where he was a witness in the case of U. S. vs Burks Carr, who was arrest ed lor passing "raised" money. The prisoner plead guilty and was sentenced Ito one year in Sunbury jail. The prisoner's wife, who resides in Eni : porium, on West Fifth street, last Fri ! day night gave birth to a child. Married in West Virginia. Miss Edith A. DeArmit,who left Em porium some months ago for Elkins West Va , was on Feb. 22d, married to Mr. Jas. M. Paris of the earn e city. Ths bride is a very excellent young lady and has many friends iu this county who wish her much happiness* with the husband of her choice. The PRKSS especially extends its compli ments to the happy couple. A Jolly Sleigh Ride. Eighteen of Emporium's brighest children, properly chaperoned by their dear "Mother and Father," enjoyed a sleigh ride to Sizervill, on Tuesday evening. The happy family were royally entertained at the Sizerville Springs Hotel, where a bounteous repast was served by Miss Councilman, in whose praise too much cannot be said for her excellent cooking, and as they passed the cheese to Charley," they all felt very much at home and supper time sped all too quickly. After supper, the young folks played several games while the "Mother and Father" sat qujetly in a corner, very much in terested in a game of dominoes. As the early hours began to arrive the parents wisely decided to depart for their home and after a pleasant home ward journey they all voted that they had had a most enjoyable evening. Six O'clock Dinner. Harold Seger entertained a few of his friends at his home on Fourth street, last Monduy evening, by giving a "Stag" six o'clock dinner, the occas ion being in honor of his birthday. The young men were served by two of Emporium fairest daughters, the Misses Lena Coyle and Christie Mac Donald. His guests were Messrs. David Mul cahy, John Quigley, Herbert Vogt, Edward Foster, Frank Cavanaugh, Raymond Klees, Charles Farrell and Hugh Swartz. Correction. IN last issue of PRKSS we stated that J. A. Mutthersbaugh had been station agent at Driftwood for fifteen years when we should have said twenty seven years. The Next President. The Democratic state committee of Penn'a has decided to send an inde pendent delegation to their national convention. The Republican delegates on the other band will undoubtedly be solid for Senator Knox. This means the death of Bryan and Bryanism, and further means that the man who grasps at fads and fancies and is willing to promise any and everything that seems popular and catch j, never did represent the sober thinking part of our people. Trusts must be regulated, but legitimate in dustry must bo protected and en couraged. Labor must be protected and given fair play. The tariff must be taken out of poli tics and adjusted from year to year on a business basis, so that industry and labor shall have regular employment at good wages. These arts large and hard problems and it takes men of large experience and honest purpose to work them out on a progressive and just basis. Senator Knox is a Statesman of broad experience and the nighest in tegrity and ability. With Senator Knox, Congressman Barclay and Representative Howard as our standard bearers, the Republi cans of Cameron county, in fact all parties, feel justly proud. Greatest Lumber Cut. More lumber was cut in the United States last year than in any other year in its history. The enormous amount of 37,550,736 board fedt was produced, and the mill value of this was §621,151,- 388. In addition, there were produced 11,8.58,260,000 shingles, valued at $24,- 155,555, and 3,812,807,000 lath, valued at $11,490,570. On the whole, it is safe to say that the present annual lumber cut of the United States approximates 40 billion feet, and that the total mill value of the lumber, lath, and shingles each year produced is not less than $700,000,000. These figures give some idea of how vast is the lumber indus try and how great is the demand for its products. A glance at the kinds of lumber pro duced shows very clearly the passing of white pine and oak, one of the great est softwood and the other the greatest hardwood which the forest has ever grown. Since 1899 the cut of white pine has fallen off more than '4O per cent, while that of white oak has fallen off more than 36 percent. To-day yel low pine leads all other woods in amount cut, while Douglas fir—and this will be a surprise to many—comes second. Since 1899 the cut of Douglas fir has increased 186 per cent. Louis iana is the foremost yellow pine State, with Texas, Mississippi and Arkansas following in order. Washington pro duces by far the greatest amount of Douglas fir. A comparison of the lumber produc ing States shows that since 1899 there have been many changes in their re lative rank. Washington, which in 1899 stood sixth, now leads, while Wis consin, which eight years ago led all others, is now third. In the same per iod Oregon, Louisiana, Mississippi, Idaho and California made great strides as lumber producing Sthough, on the other hand, the amount produced in Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Geor gia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, Indiana, and Ohio fell off anywhere from 29 to 54 per cent. The highest-priced native woods are walnut, hickory, and ash, and the cheapest are larch and white fir. From the fact, however, that since 1899 the average increase in the price of lumber has been 49 per cent, it will not be long before cheap woods are few and far between. Figures upon the lumber cut of the United States in 1906 iire contained in Circular 122 of the Forest Service, which can be had upon application to the Forester, U. S. Department of Agri culture, Washington, D. C. NEW TO-DAY. J. H. Day —Change. R. Kuehne—Local. First National Bank—Banks to Loan Mrs. Conway—New adv. Lost—pin and belt, W.B. Thompson. Rexall Remedies—New adv. Royal Baking Powder—New adv. Opera House Attraction. Lost. A cameo pin and belt, last Thursday evening in the West Ward. The finder will be rewarded by returning the same to W. B. THOMPSON. TERMS: #2.00 —#1.5 ADVANCE. THE WEATHER. FRIDAY, Fair. SATURDAY, Pair. SUNDAY, Rain or Snow. ASSETS First National Bank, EMPORIUM, PA. At the close of business Feb. 28, 1008. $747,092.97 BANKS TO LOAN We Uave little banks, or safes, which we loan to any one making a deposit of J2.00, which we credit in a bank book with your natnc on !t. The little banks are taken home where you can drop your savings in them. The money cau be taken out only at this Bank, as we have the key. No charge made for the use of the bank. INTEREST PAID ON CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT. AT OPERA HOUSE. FRIDAY EVENING, FEB'! 28 RETURN OF THE SUCCESS OF THE CENTURY "A ROYAL SLAVE" The Mont Powerful and Gorgeous Scenic Production ever in the City. H| / SEE—The Great Volcano, The Palace of the King, the Floating Island by Moonlight and the Most Elaborate and Awe-Inspiring Marine Spectacle Ever presented Upon the American Stage. Prices, 75c, 50c, 35c and 25c. Seats on sale at Lloyd's Book Store. Lewis. In Rememberance of Zora D. Lewis, aged 54 yearn 9 months and SI days, Member of the Ladies Missionary Society.— Another member, now has left us. And our loss wo deeply fee!, But 'tis God that has bereft us, He can all our sorrows heal. Yet again we hope to meet her, When the day of life is fled, When iti Heaven iu joy to greet her,. Where no farewell tear is shed. It is sad that one we cherish. Should be taken from our flock. But the joys that do not perish. Live in memory alone. All the years we've spent together, All the happy, golden hours, Shall be cherished in reiuemberauce, Fragrant sweets from memory's flowers. Call not back the dear departed, Anchored safe where storms are o'er. On the border land we left her, Soon to meet and part no more. When we leave this world of cliang >». When we leave this world of caret We shall and our missing member, In our Father's mansion fair. Not now, but in the coming years. It may bo in the better land, We'll read the meaning of our tears, And there, sometime, we'll understand. —Ladies Home and Foreign Missionary Society, Rich Valley, Pa. Partot'a house, suitable for small family, for rent. Apply to Arthur Frappier. NO. 2.
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