r f y X' to SCR ANTON, PA., WEDNESDAY MORNING, JUNE 12, 1895. TWO CENTS A COPY". EIGHT PAGES-COLUMNS. Scrotal A at TVO They're seconds. We make no bones about this fact, but you could not tell In five cases out of every six had we not voluntarily Mated the fact. Yet why should we conocnl It? Deception has at no time formed a part of our stock In trade, and we're too old in our ways now to think of changing a system which proved so successful during the past twenty years. It was necessary to give some reason for the STARTLING VALUES represented in these Shirt 'Waists, and here are the facts of (the case In a nutshell: A MANUFACTURER offered U9 1ABIES9 ;sts at a price for spot cash. After a little dickering we bettered his fig ures In our favor by a good big dis count, and on Saturday last took delivery of the goods. Now that we've looked them over, sorted them out. we wish that there had been 600 dozen, but no more are procurable on the same terms, and all things considered, we consider ourselves fortunate in be ing able to make the deal we did. THE OHiY FAULT the most badly damaged of these 300 dozen bargain Shirt Waists con sists in an occasional oil stain, a badly finished seam, or some such trifle. Cloth, patterns, cut and make are as good as any we carry In stock, and we warrant every gar ment to be of this season's manu facture. Now for the GOMIIONS OF SALE which opens oa TUESDAY MORNING, JUNE 13, AT 9 A. IY1. We've sorted them out Into three lots. LOT 1 Represents Waists that - show the damage, or of only me dium Quality. LOT 2 Are all high class Waists . and the shortcoming which led to their being classed as seconds Ts hard to find. LOT 3 Could be placed on any counter as perfect goods, and only Waists of the choicest quality are to be found therein. $1 to $1.35 is a fair average for these waists taken overhead. Here are the SALE PRICES. 1 - 50c 2 - ?5c 3 ' - 85c sale NOW ON Early buyers have decidedly the advantage, as ait the outset of the sale the selection Is the biggest and best ever offered In the city, and there Isn1 wanting. QLiOBE Confession . WAREHOUSE DEEM OF JOURNALISTS National League of Tress Clubs Hold Sessions in I'hiludclphln. WELCOMED UY THE MANAGE K l.urco Delegation of New York Scribes Headed by Joseph Howard. JrSoo retury'a Annual Report-Lady Newspaper Workers Present. Philadelphia, June 11. For the first time since its abandonment by city councils the doors of the historic room In Independence hall, which for years was used as the chamber of common council, were thrown wide open this morning to the delegates to the fifth nnnual convention of the International League of Press clubs. Over 100 dole gates and alternates assembled there at 10 o'clock, and were met by Mayor Wurwlck, who welcomed the visiting Journalists to the "City of Urotherly Love." Clark Howell, of Atlantic, Ga., president of the league, eloquently re sponded. The hall of the convention was beau tifully decorated with (lowers and plants, while on the walls were sus pended the coats of arms or the tinr teen original states. Among the dele gates were many representatives from the Women's Press clubs of the coun try, nmonir whom was Mrs. Loulle XI. Gordon, of Atlanta. Oa., one of the vice presidents of the International league, and who is a zealous worker in the march of progress, which has charac terized the great metropolitan city of the south. The ladies contingent also included a full delegation from the Women's National Press asoeiatlon of Washington, consisting of Mrs. Mary S. Lockwood. Mrs. H. H. Sperry. Mrs. Mary A. North and Mrs. K. S. Crom well. Mrs. Miriam, Mason, Oreeley and Mrs. Helen H. Gardiner responded for the New York Women's Press club, and Mrs. M. G. Smith represented the Pitts burg Wowen's Press club. 'cw York Pclccation. The visiting male delegates Included Joseph Howard, Jr., who was accom panted by a large delegation of fellow Journalists from New York. Mayor Warwick, City Treasurer Oel lers and other prominent city olllcials who were presem; at the opening, re tired after President's Howell's address and the convention proceeded with Its repular business. It was decided that President Howell, Secretary Henry D. Volght, of Buffalo, and Treasurer James S. McCartney, of Philadelphia, should act a9 tle committee on creden tials and the calling of the roll of dele gates was proceeded with. The read ing of the communications being next In drder, a letter was read from Murat Halstead, stating that he would Burely be over "to see the boys," but that wing to pressing business engage ments he would not be able to take any live part In the work of the con- ention. The master builders' exchange sent a cordial Invitation to the delegates to Isit the exchange, and James Elver- son, propriitor of the Philadelphia In qurer, invited the convention to visit the Inquirer office tomorrow night to partake of a midnight supper and wit ness the presses In operation. These matters were referred to a committee, as wes also a communication from the Buffalo club urging the convention to meet In that city next year, josepn Howard, of New York, was extreme ly Interested In the latter subject and seconded the motion for Us reference to committee with an avidity that augured a warm contest between New York and Buffalo for the honor of en tertaining the delegates next year. Treasurer McCartney's report for the vear showed a balance of J631.92. S"ere- tary Volght also read his annual re port, in which he congratulated the members on the league's continued growth and prosperity, and stated that during 'the year five new clubs had been admitted, making the total num ber now enrolled thirty-five. Pending a discussion of a project for extending the membership of th kague to Kurope, the convention ad journed. Afternoon Session. At the afternoon session committees on amendments to the constitutions, nominations of officers, and the next place of meeting were appointed. It Is said that the committee on the next place of meet has deoldd on Buffalo, although this cannot be positively con firmed. For president of the league, iouls N. Megargee, of the Philadelphia Times, seems to be the only candidate in the field and will probably be elect ed without opposition. One of the pleasant Incidents of today was the morning In Bohemia" at the Pen ana Pencil club tendered to the ladies nr. companylng the league delegates by the women's auxiliary committee. A pro gramme of amusement similar to that which has made the "nights In Bo hemia" at the Perm and Pencil club famous was rendered andithe fair spec tators seemed to thoroughly appreciate the unique entertainment provided for them. From 4.30 to 6 p. m. the delegates and the ladles of their party and prominent citizens of Philadelphia and the local newspaper men attended a reception tendered by the Mercantile club at Its palatial new club house at Broad and Master streets. During the reception the Marine band, of Washington played, and this evening the band gave a serenade ait the Continental hotel where the delegates to the convention have their headquarters. The day was wound up by a "night 1-n Bohemia" for men only at the Pen and Pencil club HARMON ON THE CURRENCY Tho New Attorney General's Views on tlio Silver Question. Washington, June ll.The new attor ney general has views upon the finan clal question and believes there Is no Impropriety In expressing them. Judge Harmon made a speecn on "Money" at ' the banquet given In Cincinnati IMrch 4, to representative Bellamy Storer, and the opinions then expressed were reiterated today by the new at torney general. He said: "I want the American dollar to be lust as good as any body else's dollar, and with that qualification I do not care what it is made of. But in the present situation It seems to me mere folly to talk" about the free coinage of Rllver. The only way wo float the sil ver we now have 'Is by attaching an Implied greenback to every silver dol lar; or In other words, by the govern ment promising to redeem It with a gold dollar, "if necessary to keep the two equal. Of course there Is a very narrow limit to the governments abil ity to do that; besides, I know of no reason why it should do It. "If there were free and unlimited coinage of sliver the government oould not keep the two metals on a parity very long, nnd the result would be, by law of money that has been But tled from the time that man has had money, the gold would all disappear and there would bo only a sliver busls." SCRAP BETWEEN COLONELS. A. London Snowdon and William M, Hun kel Pound I nch Other with Umbrella and Cunc. Philadelphia, June 11. There was a lively set-to last night at Fifteenth and Market streets between Colonel A. Lou don Snowdon, ex-minister to Greece nnd ltoumuula, nnd Colonel William 'M. Itunkel, In which nn umbrella and a cane played prominent parts to the detriment of the personal appearance of the gentlemen engaged. The light was the outcome of an old grievance of Colonel Runkel against Colonel Hnow den. Some years ago Colonel Snowden was chief coiner of the mint here, and Colonel Runkel was employed there at the same time. Colonel Kunkel alleges that Colonel Snowdun had him dis charged for no cause, and this dis missal has rankled in Runkel's mind ever sine The story of the fight last night between the two gentlemen Is somewhat conflicting. Colonel Itunkel says that he unexpectedly met Colonel Snowden at Fifteenth and Market streets, and said to him: "I would like to have a few words with you," but that Colonel Snowden, with a sneering glance, passed him without replying. This alleged insult was the culmination, and Colonel Runkel admits that he lost control of himself and struck Colonel Snowden with his cane. Colonel Snow den vigorously replied to the assault with an umbrella and both gerotlemen battered each other roughly about the head until the cane and umbrella had become useless from the vigor with which they were used and a policeman then appeared upon the scene and put a stop to further hostilities by arrest ing Colonel Runkel. Colonel Runkel was given a hearing today on the charge of assault and battery. Colonel Snowden teatiliea that he had not seen Runkel for years, and furthermore added that he had always looked on him as a dog and unfit for a gentleman to associate with." Colonel Snowden testified thnt he had paid no attention to Colonel Runkel when he met him last evening and that he did not hear him address him; the first Intimation that he had of any trouble was a violent blow upon the head from a cane. He turned and as he did so he said Colonel Runkel cried out: D n you; I'll kill you now," nnd he then struck at Runkel with his um brella. At the conclusion of the hear ing Colonel Runkel was bound over In $300 ball for court. At the hearing Colonel Snowden wore a briuse on his forehead and a cut across his ear, and Colonel Runkel had a black eye and a cut ear also. AT COMMENCEMENT. General Hastings Witnesses Exercises at U. I', in Philadelphia. Philadelphia, June 11. At the Acad emy of Musis' this morning, honored by the presence of Governor Hastings and rendered of great moment by the Induction Into office of Provost C. C. Harrison, the one hundred and thirty- ninth commencement of the University of Pennsylvania of Pennsylvania took place, marking the close of the one hundred and fifty-fifth school year. It was witnessed by a throng that filled the spacious theater. The ceremonies Included the conferring of degrees In arts, science, law and philosophy upon upward of 200 graduates, the presenta tion on behalf of the law department of the late Professor Samuel S. Hoi- llngworth's portrait, and the announce ment of honors and prizes. The exercises were preceded by a procession from the university to the Academy. A picturesque appearance was given the march by the city troop of the State National Guard, acting as escort to the governor, and by the enps and gowns of the gradua tes and under graduates as they followed In line. Kansas Silver Kcptihllcnns. Topcka, Kan., June 11. A call was Issued today to leading Republicans of Kansas, who favor the free coinage of silver, to meet In this city June 2ii, ono week after tho state convention of tho Bimetallic league. The object of the meeting Is to take such action ns will Insure tho In dorsement of tho free coinage policy by the Republican party. HEARD AIJOUT THE STATE. There will be a big eisteddfod at Wilkes- Barre tomorrow. Forest fires In the region of Bradford were yesterday checked. Mnjor Barn Losch Is a candidate for con troller of Schuylkill county. Michael Gears drunk a fatal dose of laudanum In a Mnhnnoy City drug store. Caiicht by a runaway car in a PlttHton mine, little B'rank Davltt was ground to death. Agent Charles F. Hoffman, of the Paw nee Bill show was arrested at Lebanon, charged with embezzling $300 of the con cern's funds. The Bird Coleman furnaces at Cornwall, which have been Idle the past two years, will bo blown In today, giving employment to about 120 men. A keg of spikes wns placed on the Phila delphia and Heading's track at Middle- port on Sunday, and nearly resulted In the wreck of the Buffalo express, As he sat upon a keg of powder In a Wllkes-Barre mine, Joseph Smith struck a match and Is now dying as the result of the explosion that followed. The Bethlehem Iron company yostorday announced an Increase In wages of from to 10 per cent. In all tho .departments af fected by the reduction made In January, 1894. The state board of charltlos Is expected to tnsDect the Schuylkill county almshousa this woek In response to charges mads against the steward by doctor and one of the directors. ,,, ; SILVER HAS AN The Champions of Tree Colnnijc Gather at Memphis. MEN 01 NATIONAL REFUTATION Mr. Sibloy Will Lend Ills Eloquence-Senators from the Silver Mutes Will Lead tlio l'rooosslon-Turplo sad Hnr rls on tlio Ground. Memphis, June U. The National free sliver convention to meet here to morrow promises to be largely attend ed. It Is Intended to offset the "sound money" convention recently held here. The fdllowing free silver advocates have accepted invitations to atbmd: W. 11. Harvey, of Chicago, author of "Coin's Financial -School;" Senators Blanchard, of Louisiana; Stewart, of Nevada; George, of 'Mississippi; Jones and -Berry, of Arkansas; Turple, of In diana; Harris, of Tennessee; Black burn, of Kentucky; Vest and Cockrell, of Missouri; Daniels, of Virginia; Mor gan, of Alabama; Walthall, of Missis sippi, and Voorhees, of Indiana; Con man Sibley, of Pennsylvania, and Money, Allen and Bland, of Mississippi. Senator Tom Carter and 'Lee Mantle will represent -Montana. Two of the principal speakers at to morrow's silver convention. Senator Turple, of Indiana, and Harris, of Tennessee, arrived today. It Is expect ed that fully 1.000 delegates will be present when the convention Is called to order. The convention opens tomorrow at the Auditorium, where the sound money convention was held. last month. The cky is clear and though the tempera ture Is high up In the 80's, a pleasant breeze tempers the heat. Indications point to a very large at tendance, including a number of men imminent In national politics. Dele gates are arriving by every train und will continue to come in up to noon to morrow. There is a noticeably large proportion of men from the country and smaller towns among thos already seen on the streets. Personnel of Convention. The personnel of the convention will embrace uemocrans, ruiiuum few Republicans. Delegations are expected from twen ty-five states, but scarcely any from states east of the Mississippi and north of the Ohio. The convention will be called to order at 11 o'clock tomorrow by W. N. Brown, president of the Bimetallic League of Memphis. Judge L. H. Estes, ot tne circuit court, will offer up a prayer, and an address of welcome will be de livered by ex-Congressman Casey Young, of Memphis. It has not yet been determined whether or not there will be a tempfyary organization. In case It is decided to start oft with a prmanent organization Senator Harris will nominate for permanent chairman either Senator Turple or Senator Jones, of Arkansas, probably the former. If Turple Is made chairman of the con ventlon Jones will be made chairman of the committee on resolutions, and vice versa. Committees on credentials and reso lutions will be appointed and the con vention will adjourn until the after noon. The resolutions will probabty be presented at the second day's Ses sion. Among the speakers will be ex-Con gressman -Sibley, of Pennsylvania; Alexander Delmar, of California; ex Governor Prince, of New Mexico; Sen ators Jones, Turple, Stewart and Shoup, nnd probably ex-Congressman Bryan, of Nebraska. Senator Harris will not speak, hut will devote his at tention to the business of the conven tion. MINISTER REPRIMANDED. Ho v. Kiiehncr Censured llcforo tho Kvan- ccllcnl Lutheran Ministcrium. 'Philadelphia, June 11. The Evan gelical Lutheran ministerlum began the fifth day s session of the one hudred and forty-eighth annual convention to day by considering a resolution offered by ex-President Spaeth, "that we recommend to our pastors and congre gations to celebrate the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of thlB minis ter Him by collecting a Jubilee fund of at least $100,000 for work of the church, especially for the seminary and col lege." This was finally withdrawn by Dr. Spaeth, and, after some discussion, the cx-presldcnt moved that a special com mittee 'be appointed to look Into the same matter and report at the next synod. This was agreed to. The report of the committee on disci pline was presented. The report first recommended that Rev. J. J. Relta, of Cherryvllle, Pa., bo excluded from the ministerlum. This met with the ap proval of the delegates, although the matter was freely discussed. The next Item In the report told of the confession of Rev. M. J. Kuehner, of StetlerBVllle, Ta., to "Imprudence and Impropriety," but added that he denied the act of Immorality. The preamble recommended that Rev. Kuehner bo publicly reprimanded and requested to resign by Jan. 1. 18!). Rev. J. H. Frits, of York, Pa., said that tho ministerlum must recognize congregational rights, and he thought It wrong for the report to state when Rev. Kuehner should re Blgn. Dr. Fry said if Rev. Kuehner was In tho church he should at once be repri manded. The accused clergyman walked to tho front of the church with clasped hands and bowed head, and faced President Selp. Dr. Selp ad dressed him thus: "It Is my painful duty In accordance with the constitution of the ministerlum to publicly reprimand you In conso auence of your actions not In- con formlty with office. May God help you to resist the devil, bo that you may en deavor to do your duty hereafter." Rev. Kuehner, after President Selp had concluded, raised hla head and said that It was with sorrow and regret that he had to be called to the front and reprimanded. A recess was then taken. LONG RIDE ON A WHEEL. Privoto of the First Artillery Starts from Now York to Chicago. New York, June 11. Private A. Mat tey, Company CT, First artillery, United States army, set out on a bicycle ride from Fort Hamilton, L. I., to Fort Sheridan, 111., at G o'clock this morning, bearing a dispatch from Major General N. A. Miles to Major General W. 8. Merrltt, commanding the department of the Missouri. Mattey rides In full fntlguo uniform, with blankets, knapsack and canteen, the total weight of man, bicycle and equipments being 200 pounds. He ex pectB to make the trip In about twelve days, following the route laid out by the League of American Wheelmen guide book. COD AND THE HWLE. Reformed Presbyterians Demand They Shall lie Acknowledged. Denver, Col., June 11. Tho synod of the Reformed Presbyterian church of North America today adopted resolu tions In favor of changing the consti tution of tho United (Mates by Insert ing: "A clear and explicit acknowl edgment of Almighty God as the source of all power, of Jesus Christ ns the prince of kings of the earth and the Bible as the supreme rule In all nrfalrs." Rev. J. C. McFeelers, of Philadelphia, Dr. U. 11. George and other speakers declared the country's financial troubles were duo to the fact that the supreme power of God was not ac knowledged In our constitution, and all existing political pnrtles were In a state of dissolution because they were not founded on the firm corner-stone which such -acknowledgment would be. The report of the board of Incorpora tors of Geneva college, nt Beaver Falls, set forth the urgent needs of funds to repair the college buildings. A total enrollment of 237 students was re ported, 148 of whom are tuklng tho regular collegiate course. WELFARE OE THE NEGRO. Movement for Promotion by Colored Men of Missouri. Kansas City, Mo June 11. In re sponse to a oall from J. Silas Harrison, about 300 negro citizens from nil over the state assembled 1n Turner hall to day for the purpose of forming a per manent organisation which will have for Its object the welfare and advance ment of the colored race. The delegates are an Intelligent-look ing body of eolord men. Many ot them are ministers and school teachers, nnd represent the advanced thought and ed ucation of the colored race In Missouri. This afternoon speeches were made, papers read and discussions held on the following topics: "Nogro Citizenship," "Crimes and Punishments," "How to Improve tha Home," "Politics nnd Political Parties," "Farming and Me chanical - Trades," "Education." "Churches and Secret Organizations." The name of the new organization has not yet been selected. MASTER PLUMBERS MEET. Thirteenth Annnnl Convention Opened nt Philadelphia. Philadelphia, June 11. The thirteenth annual convention of the National As sociation of Master Plumbers of the United States was begun this morning In the Walnut Street theater, 600 dele gates ibelng In attendance. Mayor War wick delivered an address) of welcome to which John 'Mitchell, of New York, president of the association, responded. After the appointment of committees the convention took a recess until this afternoon. Business sessions will be held tomorrow and Thursday morning and also on Thursday afternoon. Considerable Interest has developed In the succession to the presidency, several candidates having been an nounced. The most prominent men tioned are Collector of Internal Reve nue William H. Doyle, of Philadelphia; James Neathe, of Detroit, and L. B. Cross, of Kansas City. SAGE'S LIVING SHIELD. ourth Trial of laldlaw 's Suit Against tho Millionaire. New York, June 11. The fourth trial of the action by William It. Laldlaw against Russell Sage commenced In cir cuit court before Justice Ingraham, to day. Laldlaw sues for $.'0,000 for Injuries received when dragged by Sage In front of him to protect him from the bomb exploded In the millionaire's olllce by Norcross, on Dec. 4, lS'Jl. The first trial was dismissed by Justice Andrews on a point of law. In a second trlnl before Justice Patterson, Laldlaw received a veralct for $25,000. The third action was also tried before Justice Patterson and the Jury disagreed. Killed by Persons Unknown. San Francisco, June 11. Tho coroner's Jury In the case of Miss Nellie Harrington, who was found murdered in her tint a week ago last Saturday, rendered a vor- dlst today of "Killed by person unknown." The attempt of the police to fasten the crime upon tho lato State Senntor L. W Buck, who met his death while on his way to tho scene of the murder, was a failure, a complete alibi having been es tablished. Erie Trnl u Ditched. Bradford, Pa., Juno 11. A freight train on tho Philadelphia nnd Krlo railroad was was ditched near Sargent station lost nlKht by a broken sxlo on one of tho enrs Twonty of the cars were piled up and tho wreckage Ignited. An unknown man who was stealing a ride was killed. TELEGRAPHIC SPARKS. For tho fourth time, tho Laldlaw suit against Russell Sage for $,"0,000 went on trial at Now York. Of thirty-two British Columbian sealing vessols, only one will pay expenses this year, tho catch bslng poor. For forcibly hugging and klsBlng Mlns Ida Murphy, John Hoblnson, a gruy-halrcd man, was fined $10 at Brooklyn. Unknown burglars robbed J. A. Hutch Ins' grocery store at Lovell, Mo., of $50,000 In cash, stocks, bonds and notes. While, bathing In the Niagara river Wat ter Kennett, aged 17, of Buffalo, who was a star witness in the Glbbs murder trial, was drownod. Tho bursting of an Ice machine In a Co lumbus (O.) plant Instantly killed Fireman Fletcher Sells and terribly scolded En glneer Oliver Reems, A retaining feo of $10,000 from the In dlana Liquor league to attack a temper ance law was refused by ex-President Harrison, who said he could not appear on that side of the rase. When the Columbia Street Baptist church, of Bangor, caught fire during Sun day Behool exerclscB, Superintendent Roy asked the audience to leav quietly and all escaped without trouble. , WILKES-BARRE EISTEDDFOD Large Attendance at Opening Day of the Festival. SCK ANTON GETS FIKST PRIZES ncldcnts of tho First Day-Names Officials In Charge of tho Kilter prise Mule Chorus Contest. Programme for To-luy. of Special to tho Seranton Tribune. Wllkes-llarre, June 11. This morning the long-expected musical festival of the Oratorio society opened at the Ninth Regiment armory In this city, and there was a good-sized crowd present when the competitions began. The armory will scarcely seat the even ing crowds, but the arrangements for handling a large number of people are very complete, nnd everything moved smoothly all day. The preliminary trials sift down the competitors very greatly, so that only the best are nl- lowed to appear IieTore the puimc. Those In charge of the eisteddfod, officers, etc., are as follows: Olllcers of Society-John B. Russell, president; A. K. ISurniilonl, vico pi dent; lieorgu n. aiukuii, u.,... . moil A. I lean, recording secretary; Dr. D. J. J. Mason, musical director. Presidents or the Hess'.oits lion, lilih A Miner, president Tuesday morning; Elmer 11. LkwoII, president Tuesday af ternoon; Hon. Morgan H. Williams, presi dent Wednesday morning; Hon. L. A. vv.iin.i. nr.!.lil,-iit Wednesday afternoon. Conductors Will tun Ap Mndoe, Chi cago; Hon. II. M. Edwards. Seranton. Adjudlcators-ll. 1'3. Krchlilcl. musical critic of tho New York Tribune; Henry llolden Hubs, of New Nork; W. J. Hen derson, musical critic of the New ork Times. ,, Artists Watkln Mills, basso; J. H. Me Klnley, tenor; Adelu Laeis Baldwin, con tralto; Katherlno Hilkc, Anna L. Walker, sopranos. ,r Honmiiry Vice Presidents Mayor F. M. Nichols, Hon. William Council, Seranton; It. 1. Brooks, Benjamin F. Hughes, John Jermvn, Hurry l.uthe, Pottsvillo; J. Vv. Parson Pi-Ice, New York: Thoo. Strong, J. B. I'nvls, Daniel Edwards, .Mor gan K. Morgans, Superintendent Alex. Mitchell, Thomas H. Atherton, George S. Bunnell, A. II. McCllntock. George It. Bedford, F. A. Phelps. Judise C. L. Rice. Hon. 11. W. Pnlnwr, W. S. McLean. M. Williams. Judge Woodward. M. L. Drles bach, 1. P. Hand, Abrnm Nesliitt. A. H. Von Horn. Judge Alfred Darte, Isauc M. Thomas, George H. Flanagan, N. Butter, John T. Lenohnn, f'hrls Stegmnler, lr. L. H. Taylor, W. G. Payne. Dr. . H. Fnulds, Luzerne; James U. Martin, H. . Shupp. T. C. Parker, D. A. Fell, P. M. Curhart. Kingston; Fred Thels. Benjamin Reynolds. Dr. It. Davis, Irving A. Stearns, Kdward Welles, K. F. Bogert, Dr. F. C. Jonhson, W. L. Conynghum. Major J. Holiorts, Jr., Dr. Willlnm Frenr, William T. Smvth, Dr. Guthrie. Dr. O. F. Harvey, I!iv. U. A. MoAndrews. A. Kdwnrds, K. W. Bturdevnnt, Dr. H. Harris Jones. Dr. Mare's Gibson, W. P. ltyman. Dr. Hodge, Dr. J. It. Boyle, Dr. T. A. Mills. Dr. 'Webb. Samuel Boyd, Kev. T. F. Kiernnn, Dr. Charles Long, II. A. Fuller. Dr. C. L. SlelKht, Uev. B. F. O. MeOee, Judge Lvneh. Llddnn Flick, John C. Haddock, Andrew llunlock. H. 11. Harvey. Judge D. L. Rhone, K. F. Payne, Asher Miner, Sheriff Robinson, R. Sharpe, K. S. Os borne, B. M. F.spy. Board of Directors John B. Taissell, president; A. E. Burnaford, vice president; George I'.. .Mason, treasurer; in-iniiiii i. Dean, recording sccreiary; ii. n. j. j. Mason, musical director; Alfred Hand, Dr. T. W. Thomas. George Bfrd, Daniel E. Thomas, Samuel It. morgan, ii. .. Bees. C. F. Moore, W. K. Woodruff. John w Wllllnms Trimiena Hon. Charles A. Miner, Cal vin Parsons, J. C. Powell, Captain Cyrus Straw. Hon. J. Klilgway rigni, Hollctibaclc. Commit tees Financial eommuioe, jonn rt nimsel. chairman: A. E. Burnaford, George E. Mason, H. Y. Denn. Printing committee, lr. T. w. I nomas, cnuu iimn. George E. Slason, Alirea llano, jonn n iiMcsf.il iinii committee. Alfred Hand hnlrmnn: George Bird. D. E. Thomas. Musical committee. Dr. D. J. J. Mason, i:,.n,-,m V. Mason. Reception committee, W. E. Woodruff, Chairman; .Morgan it. Morgans, J. C. Powell, Charles W. Lee, l urn!,. I 1 Thnm.is. Samuel K. ..inrwns, Dr. T. W. Thomas, John B. Russell. Chair man of ushers. Dr. I . v. i nomas. For some reason or other the exer cises were very slow In starting, and it was nearly 11 o'clock yesterday morn ing when President John H. Russell, of the Oratorio society. Introduced Hon. Charles A. Miner, of W Ilkes-Barre, president of the first session. Mr. Miner mnde a brief address, as follows: T.ndles nnd Gentlemen: I'm sure I feel greatly honored In being chosen to preside over such nn event us this. I suppose the greater part of my labors will be to look and act wise, which I will endeavor to do. I am gratified to notice so many Intelli gent looking faces before me and I hove no doubt there are among you many great vocalists and many music lovers ot uroau Intelligence. Mr. Miner then Introduced Ap. Ma doc, of Chicago, tho conductor for the day. who In turn Introduced Twyle Kvans, of New York, and Mr. Perkins, manager of the Clara Novello Dnvies tour In this country. Then the ndjud lcotlons, Mr. Krehblel, of the New York Tribune; Mr. Henderson, of the New York Times; nnd Mr. Huss ,of Now York, were Introduced. Mr. Ap. Ma doc snld It would be wry appropriate to sing a national anthem nnd he Introduced Harry Harris, of Kingston, who sang the verses of "Hen I.lad fy Nhadau," and the audience sang the chorus. Tlio First Competition. The first competition was the piano polo for persons under 14 years of age. In the preliminary contest there were seven contestants, but only three were allowed to appear In public, John O'Malley, of Avoca; Harold Sullivan nnd Annie Sullivan. The selection was "Thomes Vnlwe Sentlmentale," and It was played by all three with great taste and excellent execution. The nd Judlcators decided that tho first prize had been won by Mr. O'Malley, with Miss Sulllvnn second nd Harold third, The adjudicators' decision was on temperament, rhythm, phrahlnp; and execution; No. 1 winning on the first of these. The udjudlcators all agreed. Scrnnton ticts First I'rlzo. For tho baritone solo, "The Arena," there were four competitors: P. H, Warren, and William Evans, of Seranton: Philip R. Thomas, For est City; H. Harris, of Kingston. All had voices of fine quality, with War ren showing most power. Tho ndjuill cation was given by Mr. Krehblel. He Bald the Judges had all agreed that It wu,s not necessary to make a good deal of muslo to be a good singer. They nil agreed also In giving William Evans, of Seranton, first prize. There was great enthusiasm man! fested among Mr. Evans' friends at this announcement. Then came the big prize of the day, the Seranton Choral society, under John Watklns, nnd a choir from Wllkes-Barre being the competitors. Tho prize was $300 and a chair to the successful leader, and the selection was the chorus "Blossoms Born in Teeming Springtime" by Dr. Dvorak. The sing ing was excellent on both sides, and at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon, Mr. Hen derson gave the result In an admirably delivered speech. Ho awarded the prize to the Seranton choir. The three adjudicators agreed on the result. They founded their Judgment on quality of tone, precision, ennunclatlon, phrasing, Intonation and the balancing of the pants). When the result was announced, the Seranton. men set up a howl of Joy that could be heard on the square, and cheered for Severn! minutes before they quieted down sufficiently for the pro gramme to go ahead. With this con test, the morning session closed. The afternoon session opened with the introduction of Elinor H. Lawall ns presiding officer by Ap. Madoc. Mr. Lawall spoke as follows: Lmlles nnd Gentlemen: My address miiHt necessarily be brief owing to length of programme. It gives mo great pleasura to preside st this meeting. It Is refreshing to throw off the duties of this busy world and enter Into this scene of song. Music 1 love. It Ih the language of htiiven. Our city not only In wealth Is rich; It Is cultured, end outside of Philadelphia Is the moHt literary In the Htate. Much tal ent wo have In tho different arts, especial ly In music. th true love of which should he encouraged. To the different choirs who hove labored so faithfully I extend thonks. I bo;ic Ihot after the Judges have rendered their decision there will still be the harmony that should exist. I extend all visitors to our oily a hearty welcome and hope they will mak-; themselves at homo among us. I will conclude by thank ing the Oralorio Hoclety for furnishing us uch a delightful entertainment which will onclitde tomorrow evening with Dr. Ma son s opera. Then came the tenor solo, "Our Old Good-Bye," by Shaw, for n prize of $10. There were twenty competitors on the programme; but they were cut down to four by the relentless preliminaries. Tho prize was won by David Stevens, of Seranton, who undeniably did the best singing. Tho adjudication on the composition of the four-jKirt song for female voices. prl::e $LTi, given by the Klara Schumann society of this city, was given in favor of Professor Roes Herbert, of Kansas, for his "Evening Song." Favorable mention was made of the quartette, Lullaby and Sleep Love." The violin solo was next on the pro gramme, it was a lantasie trom Lucia dl Lammermoor," by Julius Weiss, and the competition was re stricted to persons under 18 yenrs of age.. The prize was $1" and a set of books given by Puckey Bros. There were only two contestants and neither of these were considered good enough, so the prize was not awarded. Mnle Choir Competition. The last competition of the day took place late In the afternoon. It was for male choirs of not less than thirty or over fifty voice, and the selection was The Druids," -by Dr. Parry, the prize being $2M, with a gold medal and $10 to the successful loader nnd $10 to eacn unsuccessful leader. There were six choirs contesting, and the struggle was the finest of the day. The choirs were tho Owent Glee club of Kdwardsvtlle, a choir from Utica, the Dr. Mason Gleo club of Wllkes-Barre, and three choics from Seranton, the Cambrians, the Druids nnd the Seranton Glee club. The prize was awarded amid great re joicing to the Dr. Mason Glee club, of Wllkes-Barre, William Davis, leader. it, the evening. th Oratorio soclc.iy rendered Haydn's "Seasons" with Us full chorus and a large orchestra, iierr Theodore Hembergtr acting as con certmelster. The oratorio, which Is very difficult, went admirably, nnd the chorus singing wns especially goon. The solo parts were Simon. Watson Mills; the basso, Jane, Miss Hllke, so prano, and Lucas, Mr. Anty, the tenor. All of the solo singing was remuritiiuiy good, and the accompaniment was sub dued so that the solo part and the choruses could be distinctly heard, something- that does not happen very frequently where choruses and orcnes tra have had so liltlo practice. The first day of the festival was a great success in every particular, nna toaay bids fair to be equally successful. The programme for today is as fol lows: WedncsJay Morning Session. Soprano solo, "O. Come Hither," P. J. J. Mason. Prize. $10. Piano solo, Tarantelle Op. 20, S. B. Mills (for persons under 20 years of age). Prize, $lf. nnd chair, gift of l C. Housenlck. For choirs not less than seventy-tlve nor over too voices, "The Ransomed of tho Lord" from Oratorio ne rroiunius, u. j. J. Mason. Prize. $3W. To successful leader, $10 and gold medal, gift of Mrs. Beyer. To unsuccessful leaders. $10 each. For female chorus, not less than twenty nor over thirty voices. "Annie Laurie.' arranged by Dudley Buck. Prize, $100. To successful lender J10 and piano lamp, g.ft of H. G. Carpenter & Co. To unsuccess ful leaders $10 each. Wednesday Afternoon Session.'- Contralto solo, "Why Beoteth So, O Heart?" key of E. Tosti. l'rize, $10. For choirs not less than 175 nor over 200 voices, (a) Gloria from mass In C. Beet hoven, (h) Soirl Buy from Opera Colum bia, MacKenzle. l'rize, $I,(W. To success ful leader $."o nnd gold medal, gift of Clark Engle. To unsuccessful lenders $50 each. Solo parts In tho Gloria to be sung by the whole choir. Juno 12, livening Session, Commencing nt 8. Tv.a nmtnrin socletv will render Dr. 'Mason's) open, "Catrln, the Mild of Jlujli Cefynydfa." Hid McKnno tio Visiting ? Brooklyn. N. Y., June ll.-The Times thlB evon-diir prints a rumor to the effort that John Y. McKano, tlio cx-Gravcsciid chief, -qjio l BcrvliiK n term In Slnir Slim, had been In Gravesond on Wednesday last, visited his wife, and did not return until tho next day. A Times reporter vis ited McKane's old home this afternoon and saw several of tho ox-chlef's frlenrtB. They enudioticolly denied that McKane had been there. Hcbs Goes tojnll. ChlcnKO, Juno 11. In pursuance of tho decision of tlio United .States supremo court. President Debs ad tho other of vers of the American Railway union, sur rendered today to tho United States mar shal. They wore taken this afternoon to Woodstock, 111., Jail, to servo out their Bentnce, 1 nllaro of n County Treasurer. Norrlstown, Pa., June ll.-The failure of County Treasurer Samuel EffrlK, of Lons dale, is much larprer than previously an-, nouuoed. Tho liabilities amount to over $100,000 and tho assets $30,000. Tho Mont gomery National bnnk, of Norristown, It is Bald, Is a loser to the extent of $43,000. WEATI1KK REl'OKT. -' '.For eastern Pennsylvania, fair; easterly winds. FINLET GREAT GOOD, SALE SWEEriNO REDUCTIONS ON SEV- F.RAL LINES OF CHOICE MESS GOODS IN ORDER TO REDUCE STOCK. THIS WEEK WE WILL OFFER 15 PIECES ALL WOOL CHEVIOTS. ffl-IN. WIDE, IN CHECKS AND MIXTURES. HAVfl BEEN GOOD VALUE ALL THE SEA SON AT 43. THIS WEEK 25 Cents 112 PIECES SILK AND WOOL CHEVIOTS, CHOICE LINE OF MIXTURES AND HAIR LINE STRIPES, BEEN GOOD VALUE AT V)c NOW 31 Cents 30 PIECES EXTRA FINE WOOL SUITINGS IN GRANITE AND MOTTLED EF FECTS, K,c. PER YARD, REDUCED FROM CO AND 75c. 5 PIECES ENGLISH COVERT SUITINGS. 40-IN, WIDE, REGULAR 60c. QUALITY, REDUCED TO 39 Cents BEST VALUES EVER OFFERED IN .Storm Serges, Plain and Figured Mohairs and Enrich Sicilians, Plu ette Cloth andCraven-ett-?s, WARRANTED ABSOLUTELY WA TERPROOF. ABOUT 50 CHOICE MESS PATTERNS AT SPECIALLY LOW PRICES FOn THIS WEEK. 510 AND 512 LACKAWANNA AVENUE A. KINGSBURY, Aent for Charles A. Schferen & Co.'s &hm The Very Best. 313 Spruce St., Seranton. JUSE IS THE MONTH P U RUSSET SHOES AND OUTING SHOES. Take a irood l k at our window tUiplny of Child s. MisBii.' and Ladku. Youth's, Boys' aid Men's high nud low cut. Edwin C Burt's Shioi iu stock. LEWIS,MELY k MVIES 111 AND lid WYOMING AVE. .1 est ecelved A beautiful lime of En gagement and W(i ding Rings. Also a fine line of WEMNG PRESENTS In . Sterling Silvef', Dorflinger's CutQtass, ' end Porcelain Clocks, ' at . . '; (iv, j. WeichePs, 408 Spruce Streets D Leatlher R -
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