TIIE SCI? ANTOX TRTBUNE MONDAY MORXIXG, DEOEMTiETl 24, 1S94. LUCE BROS.1 CASH STORES, ;S '-: Q2 H. MAIN AVENUE, SCRANTON, PA. ; ; 303 MAIN STREET, TAtLOR, PA. 15.181 161 11 ft HE HI. M t flu Peel, ffej 4 IDs. Dales, 25C 1 1! We have a large assortment qf Can dies at prices that will. please you. I'ussinrj Events of the Day on the West Side of the City Noted. FUNERAL OF WILLIAM H. LEWIS Services Conducted at the Hesidence-Kn-' tertainment In Scrnntdn Street lluptUt Chttroh Tonight-I'arcvicll to Mr. and Mrs.T. II. Dale. The funeral of the lute William H. Lewis, who died suddenly on Thursday evening from brain trouble, took place Saturday afternoon at L'.:;u o'clock from his late home on llellevue Heights. Ser vices were conducted at the family resi dence by Rev. M. II. Mill, rector of St. David's Episcopal church, who -spoke in glowing terms on olie many estima ble qualities of the deceased. A very large number was present." The Bellevue mine accidental fund was In . attendance and presented a beautiful floral emblem, of which there were many. Interment was made In the Washbtirn Street cemetery. The pall ..bearers were: Thomas Freeman, John II. Williams, William Peary, John Phillips, Lewis Parry and Joint T. Da vies. ' ' ' Entertainment This Evening. The Sunday school connected with the , Scranton Street) Baptist church have arranged a special programme which will' be rendered this evening. A feature of, the occasion will be a chlm neV built of -paper bricks each brick Will be filled with candy and distribut ed among the young members, when the affair Is concluded. The following nnmluirBn'llliiniii.fir nn tha i,r.iii':inime: - - ' . - ... - . Recitation, Miss Clara Carpenter; or gan solo,- Miss Isa Collins; recitation, tlebrge Carpenter? recitation, Louise Schadt; recitation, Arthur Beddue; or gan solo, Miss Clara Reed; recitation, Miss Minnie Jones; solo, Mlsa Via Jones. Speeches will be made by Rev. n .T CnlHna nrr1 ft 11 Mora",,, j Brief Notes of Interest. At the Welsh Philosophical society on Saturday evening, Kbenezer P. Da vies gave a practical criticism on the subject of "Coal Formation." The talk was much enjoyed. William Brace opened the philosophical topic, "Why Is It That Glass Is a Non-Conductor of Chemical Heat and .a Conductor, of i Solar Heat?"' Vocal -selections were rendered at the opening and close of the meeting. Don't forget Davldow Bros, when In search of holiday presents. The pupils of St. David's kinder garten gave-a Tred entertainment on Saturday afternoon under the direction jf thetlr teacher, Miss Lillian Morris. A large number was present and the programme, consisting of solos, recita tions and drills, was given In a credit able manne'r by the Voting people. The Hyde Park Literary and Debat ing society will hold a meeting this evening In their rooms. Every member Is requested to be pruient, as business of importance, Including an election of officers, will be transacted. Don't forget Davldow Bros, when In search of holiday presents. The University Social club will hold their first annual ball in Mears' hall this evening. Mrs. William Penry. of Bellevue Heights, slipped and sprplned her ankle nn (In hifda if ' Thu Ininpir iiia n I lAmluil ' by Dr. J. J. Roberts. Don't forget Davldow Bros, when in search of holiday presents.. ... . John Hundon, division Superintend- . ent of the Scranton Traction company, placed nn extra car on the Kynon and Taylor lines on Saturday at noon. Twenty minute trips were made until midnight. On Christmas Day the same car Will, leave the central cfty tit 8 o'clock, and ruh throughout the day for accommodation to thos: at the eistedd fod. Mr.. Hundon slates that an entire "new iichedule will out In on Jan. 1. Professor ii. J. Donohoe, principal of ,1U. I 1 ..Ul klllll , IIIU, Y1IU presented With a valuable, gold pen by the pupils of his department at the Fri day afternoon exercises. Mr. Donohoe received the gift by making an appro priate address. Mr. and Mrs T. II. Dale, of North Main avenue, were given a farewell reception on Friday evening at their home by the young men of the Simpson Methodist Episcopal church. Brief ad dresses were made and games Indulged in. Before their departure George Peck, on behalf of the party; presented Mr and Mrs. Dale with a handsonw parlor ihalr. Mr. Dale responded In a-feeling manner. "Don't forger uavmow nros. when in 'earch of holiday presents. .. ; Morgan L. Williams, of Wllkes-Barre, lias returned home. from a visit with friends on this side." . . , , Thomas Thomas,' of Plymouth, Is , spending the hulidays with his cousin, Will D: Clrlfflths; of'North Sumner ave nue. -' . ,v ' Christmas exercises will be held at the Sherman Avenue mission this even ing. , A good entertainment will be given, consisting of singing nnd recita tions. A fins dialogue will bp rendered . by Richard Phillips find party. Tire Those Queer People There's No Better ; Christmas Present , for the -' . Little" Ones. ' i All parts on sale now at This Tt . 1 " ryi x ribuna Dusmess oince, affair Is In charge of Miss Delia P. Evans. . ; . ltobert-Smlth, of Meshoppen, U vlslt lnsr relatives on North Lincoln avenue. The Capouse Mines Accidental Fund held a meeting In, Co-operative hall on Saturday evening and elected the fol lowing officers: President, James Cro zler; vice president, David Shawl secre tary, Evan Walters; treasurer, William Penn Morgan. , ' . ' Don't forget Davldow Bros, when in search of holiday presents. ' ' Mrs. M. Mulr, of North Rebecca ave nue, leaves this evening to spend the holidays with her son, who Is a student at Qlrard college. Before returning she will visit friends at Shamokln, Haale ton and Audenrled. Andrew-Robertson, of Xorth Rebecca avenue, returned Saturday, afier a two weeks' visit with his brother, of Auden rled. . Christopher Robertson, of Drlfton, Is visiting at the home of Andrew Robert son, of North Rebecca avenue, West Side Business Directory. PHOTOGRAPHER Cabinet Photos, Jl.40 per dozen. They are Just lovely. Con vince yourself bv calling at Htarner'a l'hoto Purloin, M und 103 South Main avenue. ; ' ' HORSKSHOElfta-N. BtiBh, practical horseshour. Work done only In a flrst clusH Jiuiiuicr und guurameed 1 satisfac tory. Shop, Price street, close. to North Main avenue. GROCERlKfl - Revere Standard Java .Coffee Is unexcelled. The leading coffee of the tiny. Kor sale only at K. V. Mn r.on & 16. Fine Groceries, 116 South Main avenue. SECOND HAND FURNITURE Canh for anything you have to sell. Furni ture, Stoves, Tools, etc. Call and see the stock of J. (,'. .King, and .JICS Jackaon street. WALT., PAl'KR-CSo to Fred Reynolds, 26 North Mala avenue, and nee his complete line of Wall Paper, Paints and Window Shades. Just .opened with new stock. PHTMniNO-Wllllam D. rjrlHlthg, 113 iNunn .uiim avenue, iloes nrsl-class Plumbing, Hteum leut and 3os Fitting. Satisfaction Is strictly guaranteed.- OYSTERS R. E, ' Davis' market houe. Dealer in Foreign and Domestic Fruits. Oysters served In everv stvle. ,210 North Main avenue, next to Clarke's, . Do You Want Solid Silver Teaspoons?. If you go to Davldow Bios. they will sell you a' set at SXW; others charge Sli.JO. 1847 Kogcrst Bros.' Triple Hntcd Knives and folks at Davldow Bros. DINMOR.E DOI.VGS. A crowded house greeted Row R. Hiorns.nt Loyal legion hall 'Saturday evening. Mr. Hlorns is nn interesting speaker and gave the members of the legion sound and valuable advice In their efforts In trying to beneilt and up lift the cause of humanity. . . . Quadruple plated smoking sets, hand some assortment. Davldow Bros.' Ernest J. Barnes, of Scranton, will address the Loyal legion n6xt Satur day evening. Subject, "VVruit I Have seen and Heard. ' Mr. Bnrnes Is nn earnest young man who is preparing for the min!:rtry; - The Baptist. Methodist and Presby terian Sunday schools will, ull hold their Christmas entertainments on Christmas night. Mr. lieoper, who has been dangerous ly 111 at the home of M. H. Grady, on Chestnut street, Is Improving. Mrs. Daley and her sister. Miss Joyce, of Old Forge, were visiting friends In town Saturday. - Quadruple plated smoking sets, hand some assortment.' Davldow Bros. ' Mr. Huber, superintendent of the Scranton Stove works, will erect a fine new residence currier of Qulncy avenue and Delaware street. . , The funeral of John Schlrer, of Brook street, was lurgely attended yesterday afternoon. The Loyal legion are practicing a drama, "The Confederate Spy." It will be given some time during the winter, Tile Ladles' Aid society of the Meth odist Episcopal church will meet Wed nesday' afternoon at the residence of Mrs. G. W. Frost, on Drinker street. The borough schools are closed for the holidays. - . Quadruple plated smoking sets, hand some assortment. Davldow Bros. 1 The Episcopal . Sunday school, will hold their Christmas services Thursday evening, Dee. 27. Miss Helen Merrlman, a student nt Vassal- college, Is home spending her vacation with her parents on Elm street. Mr. nnd Mrs. Fred Spencer, of Du bois, Pa., are spending the holidays with Dunmore relatives. . Professor Houser Is spending Ills holi day vacation at his old home at Stroudsburg.. . ' Professor Arthur Leacock Is spending his vatioh with his parents at the Meth odist Episcopal parsonage. Rev. Father Donlon spent part-of last week In Philadelphia. Michael Golden is ill at his home on High street. The school board have erected a new substantial iron fence at No. 4 school building. Quadruple plated smoking sets, hand sum h assortment. Davldow Bros. ' Remember the firemen's ball thlB evening at leystone hall under the aus piceS of the Independent Hose com pany. Excellent vmuslc, refreshments and a good time. .Admission, .'u cents, ffiironlc Itliciimatlsm Can lie Cured. Dr. Potter's Rheumatic Pills, a null. -a! cure - for chronic Rheumatism, Gout, Rheumatic Gout, Rheumatism In the hips, and all diseases depending upon or having their origin In I'rle Acid Diathesis. They act direct upon the blood und kidneys, eliminating the uric acid, the cause of oil Rheumatlcm, etc. If you are suffering from Rheumatism tnke Dr. Potter's Rheu matic Pills. They have cured cuses of years' standing and will not full to cure yon. price, Jl u box. Fur salo wholesale nnd retail by Jiattnew uros., Hcruntou, Pa. :l III) Ij ilia UldltMiloiislv l ow Price That Davldow Bros, are selling a set of solid silver teaspoons at. Fine assortment of calendars, 1883. . PRATT'S BOOK STORE. Do Yon Know That no one in the city but Davldow Rros. can soli you a set of solid sliver teaspoons for 3.S1I? Muslo Boxes Exclusively, . Best made. Play any desired number of tunes. Gautuchl & Sons, manufacturers. 1030 Chestnut street, Philadelphia, Won derful orchestral organs,- only V and JIG. Specialty: Old music boxes carefully re paired and Improved with new Uines. Sterling Silver Novelties, magnificent line. Davldow Bros. Rare Collection of. Hooks In Holiday Bindings. i PRATT 3 BOOK STORE, $1,000.00. $1,000.00. That Is the price of a pair of gorgeous diumond earrings that cau be seen (and is for sale) In Davldow Bros. , handsomely Htted up Xmas window. j, - - ' i Rocking Norses and Shooflles of, all Bites anu styles. PRATT'S BOOK STORE. Dialetalne Gold or Stiver , Watches at Davldow Bros. '' . , ' Pon't Forget the Babv. Vl)r silver-plate mugs at Davldow Bros, MUSIC AT THE CHURCHES - , . . i ntercsting Services That Were Con ducted Morning and Evening. SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS MADE Augmented Choirs Rendered the Special JMusloThcy Have Been Rehearsing for Some Time Past Somo of the De tails of the Various Services. Christmas music was rendered In most of the churches of this city yester day, and programmes of an elaborate and appropriate nature were rendered. At the Penn Avenue Baptist church a special choir of twenty-five voices, un der the direction of John T. Watklns, ; assisted by a large orchestra, rendered a long programme of anthems, lnolud- ng that of Sir Joseph Barnby, "Before the Heavens Were Spread Abroad." The solos, duets, trios and quartettes were rendered In an excellent manner by Miss Susie Black, of Nicholson; W. W. Watklns, of Peckvllle; George De Wltt, Howell Davis, Miss Margaret Jones, and 'Mrs. M. J. Boston Williams. A carefully selected programme was rendered at the, First Presbyterian church In the morning nnd evening. In the morning Miss Annette Reynolds, the excellent soloist, sang "The Infant King," and Miss Lydia Sailer, "The Midnight Song." Miss Oertrude H. French played several selections on the harp, accompanied by Miss Rich mond on the organ, and Miss Mauser, if Boston, on the violin. In the even- ng an exhaustive programme of splen did music was performed, the Chorus choir acquitting itself with rematka- bl credit. Miss Annette Reynolds sang The Dawn Has Come." U. V. Kicn- ards gave a splendid rendition of "The Watchful -Shepherds." Messrs. Bowen and Richards were very effective in the duet, "The Children's Hosannns." 'fai lle Morgan was chorister. Green Ridge Presbyterian Church. At the Green Ridge Presbyterian church t'he anthem, "Brightest nnd Best Are the Sons ot the Morning, was exceedingly , well rendered, the solo be ing taken by 'Mr, A. A. llfty. The other soloists were J. C. Wlnke, Miss E. J. GaiTlgan and W. H. Becker, who ac quitted themselves with merit, Pro fessor CharleS F. AVhlttemore directed, and Miss Salome M. Becker was organ ist. , The choir of the Scranton Street Bap tist church rendered special music throughout the day, nnd earned the thanks of the pastor and church officers for their good work. In the morning the anthems, "I Will Extol Thee" and Christ Is Born in Bethlehem," were sung with good effect and the solos were admirably rendered by Miss Via Jones and David, Evans. The child ren's services In. the afternoon were highly Interesting and appreciated by the elder members. At the Jackson Street Baptist church Christmas music, was the order of the day, and large audiences at all t)ie ser vices testified to the dtep interest mani festd In the preparation. A large num ber of choruses were rendered by the various classes. A choir of thirty-five voices, under the leadership of Professor William W. Jones, discoursed excellent music at the evening services, at the Simpson Methodist Episcopal church. The trio, "Hear My Prayer," was beautifully rendered by Miss Glorlns, Mrs. Lewis and Harry Wrlgley, and Mr. Vangorder gave a splendid solo, "The Voice of Jess." Mrs. Frank Beck sang with much expression the solo, "The Infant King." ; At the First Welsh Congregational churdh Mrs. George W. Powell directed the Sunday school scholars, who pre sented the popular cantata, "The Story of Ages." At the Plymouth Congregational church a trio, consisting of Mrs. Rich ard Owens, John Williams and David Owens, sang several selections at the evening service, and several pieces of appropriate music were sung by the choir. The services throughout the day were bright und Interesting. Elm Park Church. Elm Park church was crowded In the evening when the quartette Miss Guthrie, soprano; Miss Draeger, con tralto; Mr. Wooler. tenor, nnd Richard Thomas, -bass rendered selections from "The Messiah." The music of this sub lime oratorio was most excellently ren dered by the' members of the quartette. Llew Herbert was especially good in his rendition of the difficult arln, "The People Thut Walk In Darkness," and Miss Draeger deserves grent praise fur the rxprslvo manner In which she sang the nrla, "O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zlon." Mr. Wooler sang "Comfort Ye My People" admira bly and showed a thorough grusp of his subject. Miss Guthrie displayed the trained qualities of her voice to great advantage in "There Were Shepherds Abiding in the Field." At the Second Presbyterian church last evening the Quartette, comprising Mrs. B. T. Juyne, Miss Slee, Tom Bynon and Moses" Morgan, presented an excel lent programme, Including the quar tettes, "Shoutr" the Glad ' Tidings," "While ' Shepherds Watched Their F'.ockF." ".The soprano solo, "Joy to the World, the Lord Has Come," was most creditably sung by Mrs. B. T. Jayne. The other selections were excellently rendered , and thoroughly appreciated by the a'udienc. In North End Churches. In the North Main Avenuo Baptist church, yesterday morning, Rev. W. S. Watklns preached on the subject, "Christ In Prophecy." During this ser COULD HARDLY BREATHE, Catarrh of the Nose, Throat and Stomach Life Made Miserable by Headaches, Pain and Cough. Lida McCandless, 12.10 South Thirty fifth street, Philadelphia, In conversa tion with a reporter, said: "I had a' very bad case of catarrh of the nose, throat nnd Btomach, with frequent headaches, pain under the shoulder blades and a horrible cough. x I had to keep my mouth constantly open day and night to breathe, and felt as miser able as one possibly' could. I was ud-' vised to try Munyon's Catarrh Cure. I am happy .to say that from the begin ning 1 felt relieved nnd continued to grow better until now I nm entirely well. I um so' thuTikful that this re markable remedy was ever discovered, and hope others will tuke advantage of my experience." , Have you caturrh? Are you willing to investigate a treatment that cures Catarrh by removing the cause? If so ask your druggist for a 25 cent bottle of Munyon's Catarrh Cure and a 25 cent bottle of Catarrh Tablets. The Catarrh Cure 'will eradicate the disease from the system, and the Tablets will cleanse and heal the atllicted parts nnd restore them to a natural and healthful condi tion. - 1 : '-.. - A V Munyon's Homoeopathic Home Rem edy 'compuhy,. 6t Philadelphia, put up specifics for nearly every disease, which are sold by all druggists, mostly for 25 cents a bottle, vice the choir sang the anthem, "Sing Glad Hosannas." In the evening Mr. Watklns preached . on the subject, "Chrlsi: In , History. " The choir sang "Heaven's Angelte Choir.? "Peace on Earth," a dlscrlptlve' piece;', was sung by Mrs. John Stopford and Misses Elizabeth Owens and Alma Clancey. Miss Phoebe Snllt'h Bang "The Holy City." . The service last evening in the Meth odist Episcopal church was In charge of William Llnney, the chorister. It opened iwlth a fifteen minute song ser vice, at the close of which the choir sang the carol, "Hark What News the Angels Bring," after which Rev. M. D. Fuller led In prayer.. Mrs. William Mc Donald recited "The Christmas Bells," and Miss Mary Davis sang a solo in admirable style. The meeting closed by the congregation singing "Corona tion, i The Christmas service, entitled "Christmas Bells,", was given in the Welsh Congregational' church yester day afternoon under the direction of Henry Hltchlngs, assisted by David D. Lewis. NORTHJEXDNOTES. There will be a union Christian En deavors sunrise prayer meeting In, tho Prsbyterlan church tomorrow morning at 7 o'clock. James Williams, of Smith court, died yesterday morning- fi-om brain fever. He was about 43 years of age and Is survived by a wife and three children. The funeral services will be held Wed nesday., ' Cut glass, cut prices,' call and Inspect. Davldow Bros. . The funeral service of John Carter, who died last Wednesday, was held In thw Primitive Methodist church yester day ufternoon nnd were conducted by Rev. D.. Savage. Mr. Carter was one of the first members of the church und one of the most active workers. , He is survived Oiy h wife und live children. The Ancient Order of the Mystic Chain. .American Order of Foresters and the Sons of St. George attended the funeral lit a body. Cut glassd'e-ut prices, call and ipspect. Davldow Bros. Cut glass, cut prices, call and Inspect. Davldow Bros. Miss Mame Thomas, of Bloomsburs Normal school, Is visiting her parents. Mr. and, .Mrs.' P.ichal'd . Thomas, of Spring street. ' Robert Sherwln, of the Philadelphia College ot ' Pharmacy, is. visiting his parents on East Market street. Cut gluss, cut prices', call and Inspect. Davldow Bros. - Christmas tree entertainment will be held In the Puritan Congregational, Primitive Methodist, Presbyterian and Welsh Congregational -churches to night. ' Holief for KlicuinotlMU. "This Information," said a well known physic Ian to a correspondent of the Tele gram, "may save muny. lives; at any rale It will, prove an invaluable boon to peo ple sulTerlng from rheumatism In any form." "Rheumatism Is caused by acidity of the blood, it should never be neglected. This remedy, as I know by long practice, is very eftlenclous nnd it Is as simple us It Is powerful. "Here It Is," he added, "When ft rheu matic twinge is experienced, the patient uiiniit.1 inn. n linrtla nf Dr. Duvlit Ken nedy's 'Favorite Remedy and take one teaspoonful In milk or water to suit the action ot the bowels, three times a day, anil oritiltmio llllllv Until th III H L VCStiue of Iho malady has illsuppeured. That's all, but If taken as J nave preserioeu, u will save mam- doctor's )ills, to soy noth ing of palns( aclfest a'mlf swellings. I've never known It to fall." Albany, N. Y., Telegram. "Wiener Beer." During Christmas nnd the Holiday w-vk the E. Robinsons Son's Brewery will put upon the market for their customers an Extra Brewing of the finest Heer ever in troduced In this section of the country. Drink "Wiener Beer" from the E. Robin sons Son's Brewery. Sterling Silver Novelties, magnificent line. Davldow Bros. RHEUMATISM In tho back, shoulders, hips, ankles, elbows, or wrists, is caused by accumulation of ueld In the blood. Hood's Surpnrilla neutralizes the acll and cures rheumatism. ' HOOD'S PILLS are the best family caturlhlc and liver medicine. Harmless and reliable. , , Cull Yourself And be convinced of Davldow Bros hand some line of sterling sliver novelties. Visit the 6-Hros. today. -3 ' Our l.lno of Genuine Tortoise And shell hairpins is the handsomest In the city. Davldow Bros. Standard Diaries for ISM. PRATT'S BOOK STORE. Our Line of .Mantel Clocks Comprises everything from the plain oak to the imported Venetian onyx clocks. Davldow Bros. Ihividnw Bros. Are Leaders In holiday goods. Cull nnd be convinced. Ask to see their sterling silver novelties. II.. u 1l.'nl.aM and get the beat. At Guernsey Bros How to Curry .Matches. TCnver enrrv matches luose in vour pocket, but be provided with one of Duvl dow Pros, handsome sterling silver match boxes.' ? Visit the 6-Brns. today. Davldow Bros.' Line of fruit knives Is the largest nnd most varied In tho city. Picture Frnmlng at nrlfiln's new studio, US Wyoming avenue. Solid Silver Teuspoons. ' Each and every spoon guaranteed solid sliver for fl.99 a set, worth fU.50. Davi duw Bros. . Collur Buckles for tho Ladles In sterling silver. Davldow Bras. . Beautiful Juvenile Books. PRATT'S BOOK STORE. Gentlemen's Hose Supporters, sterling silver clasps and buckles.- Davl dow Bros. A lircnt slaughter. In the remaining lot of the-5-Rros'. 10,000 pairs of slippers today. Trade eutly. Ex tra clerks. .. ( Just a I'cw.Morc lamps left. We will, sell the balance at cost. .Davldow Bros. , - ' Blnlneii hull" ferns at Clark's for Xmas presents. " u Sterling Silver Teaspoons Davldow Bros. Call und see. k Solid Silver Teaspoons. K.m, Davldow Bros. Solid silver. Wlien Daly iru tick, we gsre nor Cartorla, " When tho was Child, she cried for Cantoris, When the became lllas, she clung, to Cmttoria. Toon she bail Children, she gate taeut Castor! Miss Laura liolce Has Gone to Phila delphia to Recuperate. RUMOR THAT SHE WILL RESIGN It Could Not Be Verified Ycstcrday-Sho Thinks, an Injustice Has Been Bono Her in Reinstating Pupils Pend ing an Investigation. Broken In health and quite unnerved by the controversies following the dis missal of a number of pupils from the training school, Miss Lauru Bolc the principal, left, on Saturday for Phila delphia, where she will remain with friends until the schools open on Jan. 2. Miss Bolce IJves at the residence of Colonel Herman Osthaus, 1019 Mul berry street, and the members of the household were-very much concerned about the teacher's health during the recent trouble. The action of the board of control on Friday's meeting in re instating the dismissed scholars was considered by Miss Bolce as a condem nation of her act and troubled her greatly. In speaking of the trouble to a Tribune reporter a friend of Miss Bolce said lust night: "Miss, Hplco wpsv worried, over the notoriety she uttulned, but the action of the school controllers worried her still more, and in a measure incensed her. While she would have approved of a more minute investigation than was really given the case, she felt that the reinstating' of the scholars preced ing such an Investigation was a serious rellection upon herself. Superintend ent Phillips told Miss Bolce that her action would In all probability be modi fied by the school board, but she was entirely unprepared for the sweeping disposition. of the-. case," , Inquiry diifs not. repeal any opinion that Miss Bplce( is incompetent as a teacher; on the contrary she is consid ered a very (bright and well read wo man. She is criticised by some of the controllers for making use of methods too personal and too exacting. A rumor that she will resign her position could not be verified. IX LOCAL THKATKKS. This evening the Cornell nice and Banjo clubs will give their concert nt the Frothingham. The sale of seats promises a huge nnd cultivated audi ence tonight. A programme that is de lightful in Its variety has been ar ranged, After tlte concert the members of the -clubs will be tendered a recep tion at the Hotel Terrace by the mem bers of the Cornell Alumni association of the county, . ..; '. ii'-ll II At the Academy of Music Christmas afternoon,' nnd evening a brand new farce comedy, "A Run on the Bank, will be produced for the first time In this city. It was written for John Wurd and Harry Voltes, who have long been known for their highly amusing work as Harold and Percy in the best grudo of vaudeville houses, and this Is their first appearance as joint dramatic stars. In "A Buii on the Bunk" thev appear as two Impecunious but nervy individuals, who, accidentally securing the credentials of two noblemen, pass thmselves off as Lord Percy Sonkup and Baron Harold De Canter. The dia logue is credited with being bright, the scenes andsltuutlons original and comi cal nnd the specialties novel and numerous. ' ' ii .11- ii .' The attraction at the Frothingham on Christmas afternoon and night will be Marie Jnnsen in her highly successful comedy, "Delnmnlco's at Six," which takes its name from the fact that one of Its acts transpires In the private dining room of th celebrated restaur ant. The company supporting her this season is one of the best, and Includes such well known artists as Frederick Bond, Will Mandevlllo, William Norrls, Charles Mason, Fred Peters. Soldene Powell, (liace Huntington, Hope Ross and Annie Shlndle. II !! II Rhea, who Is always a welcome visi tor to Scrantoit, will appear Wednes day evening at the Academy of Music In a powerful dramatic version of Wll kle Collins' famous novel, "The New Magdalen." This book In Its day ere ated quite as much excitement us any sensational modern novel und was the cause of much controversy between pople of various religious beliefs or of no belief whatever. Collins' treatment of his thPtne was considered bold, dat ing and original. II I! !i It Is niiPStlomilile whether realism has not attained Its highest ground In the latest great melo-drnmn, "In the Tenderloin," which will be at the Froth Ingham next Thursday evening. It Is the work of the eminent lawyer-uuthor, Edmund K. Price, who has been nsso elated In a legal capacity with the many scenes of New York night life which he introduces' with such stnrl ling effect. The cast of characters Is headed by Frederick Hryton as Jack Forsett; while to add to the realism the management has engaged Tom Cioulrl and the Lexow witness, fleorge Appo, to appear respectively in the reproduc tions of their old liuunts the Suns Soucl Concert hall and the greu green gouds scene. The sale of seats will open at the FrothlnKham boofllce tomorrow morning. II II II Chauncey Olcott will appenr at the Academy of Music Thursday night In "The Irish Artist," Ills new play. In this play the delineation of Irish char actor is developed In nn unconventlonn why. There are no Redcoats, no hind sharks, no process serving menials. The story Is simple though filled with counter Incidents that give a grent dcu Tlie Only Manufactory in SiTuuton. CHAMBERS 518 Lackawanna Ave. i RARE ATTRACTIONS FOR THE HOLIDAYS In addition to our ready-made stuck, our ttl'KClAL OKDbR ilapaituient rnnnnt fall to Interest you. Nj inch tarlety of CIIUICK HANDLKS AMD KABKICi was ever bvfor shown in thla "'Its', Wo ahull be alail to have j oii call, whither you purchase or not. , Repairing, Hu covnrlug quul to Dew. SILK LAMP SHADES All our own make, sluolutnlv une qnnled for STYLE, QUALITY and PRICE , of dash and pplrlt to the production. There Is special opportunity In the play ror cnauncey Olcott to sing his attrac tive new songs, and he does It jvell. For the first part of this week Man ager Davis has secured the services of the well known actor, Richard Ander son, as a t special attraction . for the Christmas holidays for Davis' theater. This celebrated actor will annoar In the thrilling drama, "The Indian Hero," which is replete with remarkable Inci dents creating most absorbing Interest throughout the play. Mr. Anderson'B press notices speuk In the highest terms of his proficiency and there Is no doubt that a company of unusual power will be seen. Patrons of Davis' theater are nvlted to attend the atinee on Christ mas Day to avoid the crowd in the evening performance. Over l.r.lin were unable to obtain seats last Christmas. MUNICIPAL REFORM. cv. Dr. Robinson Discussed the Matter in a Sermon l ust Night. In his five-minute sermon last even ing on "Shall We Have Municipal Re form," Rev. C. E. Robinson said- that If It meant a sweeping movement for cleaning the street, he would say, with all ills heart, "Yes," us, morally, phy sically, Intellectually and spiritually, living in an untidy city was detri mental to the best interests of the peo ple. If it meant a call to the citizens to realize their duties and the rights of suffrages, he would say, "Yes." If it meant to support ofliceis in carrying out tlie existing laws, he would say, 'Yes," lie was amused to read In a newspaper during the week that some churches feared that the movement for municipal reform had a political bear- lg, but they ought to look with favor upon the agitation, as lioil wus in it. He prayed thnt (lod would grant that good men would fill the various ollices. who would see thut the existing laws were fulfilled In spirit und letter. TO l-Kl-CT A PARISH HOlSI-. St. 1 like s Building Committee Arc 1're paring Plans, Since the members of St. Luke's church lost their parish building on Washington avenue, tlie vestry men have been discussing Hie question of providing u new home, and at a recent meeting It was decided to erect n parish house on the vacant lot between the church building and L. B. Powells store. The building committee is preparing plans nnd estimates, and it Is under stood that tlie new building will be a handsome structure of the same style of architecture as the ohurch building and rectory. Special provision will be made for the several guilds and socle ties und the other auxiliary organiza tions of the parish. , .A NEWS FROM TIIK SOUTH SIDE. The f uncial of the infant son of Con ductor Peter O'Malley.of Cedar avenue, was held yesterday afternoon. - Inter ment was made In Hyde Park Catholic cemetery. . . The entertainment of the pupils of St. Luke's Cedar uvenue klndenturten school, Saturday afternoon,, was a very pleasing nffulr. .Thefchool was crowd ed with the parents und friends of the pupils. Columbus council. Yuune Men's Insti tute, lit a meeting. yesterduy afternoon elected the following olllcers for the ensing year: President, P. J. Kelley; first vice-president, Steuben Judife: sec ond vice-president, D. J. Henley; treas urer, Patrick I'Hddy; marshal, Kdward J. O'Brien; recording secretary, Rich ard Sheridan; llnanclal secretary, Mar tin F. Donahue; corresponding secre tary, John B. O'Malley; Inside sentinel, Morris Duggan; outside sentinel, John Melvln; executive committee, John Guvan, Morris Duggan. Stephen Judge, Daniel Slien, Frank 1. Brady; chap lain. Rev. K. J. Melley; medical ex aminer. Dr. James A. Manley. Conductor P. J. Messit, of Stone ave nue, is ugain able to work ufler a se vere illness lasting two weeks. An Important business meeting of the Steel Workers' Bent flcial association was held yesterday afternoon. Tomtit-row- il iruine of foot ball will he played at Schwenk's park between the independents or tins sine ami me May flowers, of Mlnooka. Tlie teams will line up as follows Mlnooka Positions. South Side. O'Neill.... center Cngglns rlaht guard McCarthy l.avelle... Joyce left guard Munnlcks Kane left tackle ....right tuckle.... rluht end.... . ..-.. .loft end ...quarter buck..., full buck.... ....right half buck ...left half buck.. .Kennedy Judge..,.. ...Cormacly Williird ...Dempsey ....Connelly Walsh Smith C.llbride Lov.ry Kelley Powell Drlscoll... Flnnnery. Coyne SIH mil AM) ROMANCE. Rosencranz Aimed High In Love and Then Shot Himself. A romance Is thought to surround the suicide of Benjamin C. Rosencranz, aged 24 years, In the house of Mrs. Kate Cross, near the Nicholson tunnel, at 6 o'clock Friday evening. Rosencranz was a young farmer and Is said to have been enamored of Mrs.- Cross, who Is the wife of a Kansas banker. Mrs. Cross lived In seclusion and was never visited by her husband, from whom she was estranged. Young WEAK HEN YOUR ATTENTION IS I A 1.1. HO TO TBS Ureat English Remedy. Gray's Specific Medicine IF Vflll C.IIFFFR from Nnr- imiM utn mat MUMaTTI 1 11 tour Da blUty, Weakling of Body and Mind, Sperma torrhea, and linpotem-y, and all dlneaaea that arlk fiom ovtr luduhnmca and self abuse, as Los of Memory and Power, Uininiua of Vie ion, Premature Old Ago and many other die eaaa tbat lead to Iuaanlty or Consumption and an early crave, write for a pamphlet. k UVtitKlU. 1,,, IL.It.1 Anuiom vjnAi mnun.11,1, uis., uiiumiii, N. Y. The Spocltlo Medicine ia aold by all druggiataat Si per package,, or ', packagea for o. or aent by mail on receipt of irmoov. and with eiery 5.00 older UfC GII&RRNTFF a wire or money refundod. ."H'Fn l(ln account of counterfeits we have adopted th Yollow Wrapper, the only genu ine. Sold in Scranton by Matthews Bros. Also a Full Line or -WITH SUPPLIES. I v Hold Fast . . j I ' Steel Cen An ftllf rtf jl A tered, Self- f J , J J J Jf Ml V Sharpening,' .J'l 1 (V III V Detachable f J. - U WU Uw W UU 'x HiL W Scrauton, Pa, Rosencranz was employed by her as a Servant. He destroyed himself by fir ing, a, huliet into his body In the region pf the heart. : DIPHTHERIA Too many homes bear this fear-inspir-lug placard, denoting the prevalence of that most insidious und dreaded of all diseases Diphtheria. It Is to-day a recognized fact among tlie best'practilioiiers that, nine out of teu cases formerly considered hopeless may be bronv'lit lo a happy termination by the use of thai great original raw food product, Hovluliie. This great blood-generating, life-main- , taining, strength-developing, and flesh producing product of lean, raw meat, contains tlie greatest amount of life preserving qualities in tlie least pos sible bulk of any preparation known. In cases of Diphtheria, Bovluine has special advantages. In this disease, as in others, tlie rapidity with which it H assimilated f;lves to it a preference over all oilier foods, passing, us it does, Into the system immediately, without causing the digestive organs to perform any labor. And considering the fact that tlie lesions in the throat prevent tlie swallowing of solid food, it becomes an absolute neces sity. In the worst, cases, where even liquids cannot be taken by the iiiuuth, liovinino Saves Life by being used as an injection. Above all, Bovluine is in Itself a germicide, and in all such diseases as Diphtheria, caused by microbes, it not only performs its greatest mission of maintaining life, but auildote the existing bacilli, Roviiiiiieliiisdoiie wonders ill thousands of cases of Diphtheria. When your doctor uses'il you may cease to worry, uud be BBsnred of a speedy recovery. To neglect its use may mean years of remorse in the feeling that some ioved one might still be with you If everything possible had been (lone, liovinino is sold by ull Druggist ERCEREAU fv CONNELL Have now completed their arrangements for the holidays, showing the lurRi-rt and most complete stock they have ever dis played, consisting o? ; WATCHES! Which they have In great variety. All gruailes In Hold, Silver und Cold Filled Cases. Having had numerous concessions from manufacturers, they have given their customers the full benefits of them, making the prices of the best watches nearly us low us are usked by others for u, very Inferior quality. DIAHONDS! Having made our purchases before the late raise of 1.1 per cent. In tariff and hav ing been VERY PARTICULAR ill selc'-t-ing only perfect stones of a fine color and cut, we are sure we can satisfy the best of Judges as lo price or quality. We hive them mounted In Brooches, Rings, Kar rlngs. Studs, Scarf Pins and in nearly all articles of Jewelry. SILVER Is now very cheap. We have it in a thousand shapes, from a cake basket to a toothpick. A WOMJKRFl'L variety. People me ASTON1SHKD when prices are mentioned.' KIV.I1 I.U I U1.A33 A brilliant and dazzling display. Low prices for labor and perfected machinery, have done wonders with the prices. i, , i f , -I- i'. . 1 1 " FINE JEWELRY! The finest on earth. Hundreds of styles of STONE RINQS! ' New und beautiful Opera Glasses. Cbains, Lockets and Charms. BANQUET LAMPS And Onyx Top Tublej. All new and ele gant designs. Art Poreeluins, ull brought In since the new turlff went In effect. CLOCKS! Porcelain, Onyx, Marble and C.llt, We have BIO BARGAINS in a lot of .Marble Clocks, Just received. Less than half price. They are fitted with the bst Amer ican Jeweled movements and are about us cheap us a good common clock. They aro well worth looking at. All are Invited to look at our display, whether purchasing or not. At tho old stand. 307 LACKAWANNA AVENUE. The Great Blood Purifier and Liver Regulator. 230 DAYS' TREATMENT, $1.00 COMPOSED OF HERBS, m, ROOTS And will Poitlvlr cur nil rtisrase. arltiug troin IMPURE BLOOD, BUCH AS Rheumatism, Kidney Disorder, Liver Complaint, Sick und N'erv. ous Headache, Neuralgia, I)vh fiepsia, Fever und Ague, Sorotu a, Female Complaints, F.rysipe. las, Nervous Affections, Caturrh, und all Syphilitic Diseases. E. 31. 1IETZEL, AGEXT. 330 LACKAWANNA AVENUE. Call and Get Circulars. SUPERIOR TO ALL OTHERS.