Republican News Item. " ,THURSDAY, ArR. 2G, 1900. 4 J Ignorance ia the mother of T scepticism. Ignorance does J r not abound to any great extent J # In Sullivan County. £ 2 So that there # 2 is But Little 2 t Scepticism J J about the Value of tabe TCIe\VS I ; ITtem \ l As a Profitable # jHbvertisfng i i flDebium. i ! * * £ Read it, Your neighbor does. # # Subscribe, Don't borrow. # County Seat Indices. AND GLANCES AT THE TIMES. ' —M. E. Reeder had business in Williamsport, on Saturday. —Lawyer E. J. Mullen and wife spent Tuesday in Williamsport. Miss Mary Nolan, of Towanda, visited friends in town this week. —The wall paper trust has gone to the wall. Where else should it go? —Judge Line installed officers in the Laporte I.(). O. F. Saturday night. —John Speary, of Dushore, was a business visitor at the county seat on Friday. —The acid factory at Emmons was destroyed by fire early Monday morning. —J. W. Lawrence, wife and son John, spent Sunday with Dushore friends. —A little girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kraus Sun day morning. —Mrs. Geo. Chase and Mrs. Frank 1 Grant were shopping in Dushore on Thursday last. —Ulysses Bird, of Estella, was doing business at Ingham's law office on Tuesday. —Mr. and Mrs. Grant Little, of Estella, visited Sheriff Osier and family on Tuesday. —Hon. Russel Karns, of Benton, was in town on Tuesday shaking hands with old friends. —Atty. Wm. P. Shoemaker is the census enumerator for Laporte Boro. and Laporte township. —Butcher Henry Kraus has had a large, up to-date refrigerator placed in his meat market. —How the Democratic editors nurse a labor disagreement in the hope of making a strike of it. —Olive Barrows returned home Tuesday from New York where she has been visiting relatives for several weeks past. Married.—On April 18th in Du shore, by Rev. John Klinger, Del roy 11. Ileim of Laporte and Miss Sallie Kemery of Picture Rocks. —A tobacco paper says that 600, 000 fewer cigaretts were smoked in the United States in 1899 than in 1898.—Evidently Max Frankle has sworn off. —Mrs. John Smith, of Worcester Mass., is visiting tin* Lauer home stead where she will remain some length of time to regain her health which has been poorly of late. —lt has been discovered that par ties in town are engaged in setting nets in Lake Mokoma and as It is well known who they are there is likely to be some arrests made if re peated violations continues. —Saturday's Phiia. Press printed a large and excellent portrait of C. 11. Jennings, Republican National Delegate from the 17th Congressional district. —Sullivan county has been honor ed with representation on the He publican list of presidential electors for Pennsylvania. C. H. Jennings, of Lopez, will represent this con gressional district in that capacity. —Uncle Sam's patience is exhaust ed and the Sultan of Turkey will be called upon to pay up or fight. It has been nearly five years since the outrages for which indemnity is de manded were committed, and it is high time that payment was made. ' —The Boer war ia coating the ( British $760 a minute. No wonder the tax payers are anxious for Bobs to get a move on. —Come now, in there really any considerable proportion of American citizens who think the Presidency is so difficult that they would be un willing to try it. —Now watch the Senate kill that proposition for a constitutional amendment to elect Senators by a direct vote of the people. —The Baptist Young Peolpe's Society of Christian Endeavor will hold a social at the residence of I)r. Willson, Tuesday evening, May 1. All are invited. Ice Cream will be served during the evening at the usual price and also sold by the quart or pint to those wishing it at their homes. —The Hon. Frank 11. Joues, who has been New Hampshire's most distinguished and influential Demo crat, having come to the conclusion that the Democracy's attack of Bry anism is incurable, has moved into the Republican party, bag and bag- K«ge. —Jennings Brothrs of Lopez have bought the timber on a large tract of land in Wyoming county. Their railroad will be widened to the standard gauge and two new engines added to the equipment in order to haul the logs to the -will. Several years will be required to cut all the timber cn the tract. —The fifth annual assembly of the Eaglesmere Chautauqua will be gin July 2<;, and last for five weeks until August 30. This is one week longer than the assembly of 1800, but the great success of the past as sembly fully warrants the manage ment in adding one week to the course. —Kansas is doing a charity and getting in a good advertisement for an American product at the same time, when it starts into collect and ship a million bushels of corn to starving India, if American corn can be popularized in India it will mean a good many dollars of in come in the future. —llufus K. Polk, congressman from the Seventeenth congressional district, has announced that he will not be candidate for re-election. He withdraws to give his personal at tention to the large business inter ests with which he is identified. This will occasion much surprise among the local Democrats. Ilarry Davis, ofSunbury, who was a candidate against Honorable Polk at the last nomination will likely lie the nominee this fall. There is no doubt but what W. 11. Woodin, of Berwick, who was re cently indorsed by the Columbia county convention, will be the standard bearer for the Republican party, in which event, he will likely win out and lead his party to a glorious victory. —Sam Cole, the hardware man, is "off" on his big "wheel" sale, and he is making a hot pace right from the start. He has the advantage ot getting an early start this spring and it will be a record breaker. He is going to give you more for your money, and he knows the ins and outs of the business all right. Head his advertisement, it is racy and will be of value to you if you own a wheel or want to own one. The United States supreme court has decided that the Express Com panies has the right to require the shipper to pay war tax stamp. The decision covers the entire subject and holds that there is nothing in the war tax act which prevents the in terests taxed from shifting the bur den. —As a kicker, the Democratic parly is a screaming success. As a clog on the wheels of progress it beats the coaster brake advertised by Sam Cole. As a promiser it out promises some of our delinquents or the man who never pays his debts. But when it comes to keeping its pledges, the record is different, as all know who can remember the Cleve land administration. —Our Democratic friends are very much afraid that the Inhabitants of our new possessions will not receive at the hands of the Administration the kind, fatherly, thoughtful, phil anthropic care which they bestow on the colored people of the South. As they are experienced In such matters, they cannot understand why the country is not willing to trust them. They stand ready to ex tend the franchises as fast as the na tives can give positive proof that they will always vote the straight Democratic ticket, and no sooner. I Death of Philip Karge. At liia home in Laporte township, surrounded by his family Mr. Philip Karge departed this life early Sun day morning after several weeks of complicated illness. Deceased was a highly respected citizen and for many years took an active part in public affairs. He was a very suc cessful farmer, aged about 77 years. He is survived by his wife, two sons and two daughters. Funeral service was held in M. K. church at Laporte on Tuesday. In terment in Mt. Ash cemetery. Nelson D. Cook Dead. Nelson D. Cook died of consump tion Tuesday night, April 17, at the home of his father, K. H. Cook, on North street, Athens. Bradford C'o. The [deceased was born December 24,1801. He is survived by three children, one daughter and one son who live at Nordmont, Sullivan Co., and another son living at Athens; also a sister, Mrs. John Converse, of Sonestown; his father, step mother, four half-brothers and one half-sister ot Athens. The deceased formerly resided at Nordmont where his wife died six'years ago. Of late years he had been making his home at East Smithfleld, Bradford Co., where he had a great many friends. For the past year he had worked for J.Kingsly and about 8 weeks ago came to Athens on business for his employer and while making a call at his father's home was taken with a severe chill, the beginning of an iilness which onded in death. The funeral service was held at the home of his father in Athens, Friday after noon at 2 o'clock. The deceased was a member of the Methodist church in East Smithfleld and the pastor, Rev. Mr. Mattoon, officiated. Interment at Tioga Point cemetery, Athens. Chiming Wedding Bells. Mr. Frank Ilazzen of Sonestown, Pa. and Miss Anna Minsker of Wellsville, Pa. were married at the home of the bride on Tuesday, April 24, 1900. Mr. Ilazzen is the popular young conductor on the E. M. railroad. Miss Minsker has many friends throughout Sullivan county where she is well and favor ably known, her father, Rev 11. Minsker, having been pastor «>f the E. V. church at Sonestown, some years ago. A reception for Mr. and Mrs. Ilazzen will be given at the home of the groom's parents, Sonestown, Pa., on Thursday evening, April 26. The NEWS ITEM joins with the many friends of the happy couple in wishing them a happy and prosper ous voyage through life. Quay Defeated by One Vote. By the narrow margin of one vote the Senate, on Tuesday, declared M. S. Quay not entitled to a seat in that body on the strength of Gov. Stone's appointment. It was a victory for the insergents, but it was a victory devoid of honor, for it was brought about by the perfidy of a few alleg ed friends of Quay. Elkland Grange convened at the hall Tuesday evening, April 17, at the usual hour. Although the even was stormy and dark, patrons from Elkland, Millview and East Forks braved the storm and conferred the first and second degrees on two young men. After the business was completed a number-of questions were dis cussed. The question "How the Grange benefits the poor farmer" was ably and forcibly discussed by U. [Bird, by co-operation, socially and morally. Brother Elbert Bird, of Millview, gave a good recitation entitled "The !>istrtct Deputy." Mrs. 'More sang a song entitled "The Sheriff Sale." AH present declared the meeting | a pleasant one. The lecturer pre pared a progrom for the next session consisting of essays, recitations, se lect reading and the question "Should the farmer own a bicycle?" FA in.—The Ladies Aid of the M. E. church have secured rooms in the brick house where they will hold theif fair Friday afternoon and eve ning, April 27. Ice cream will be sold at usual price. Articles intend ed for the fair should be left before Friday noon. *To Repair Broken Artl- cles use Uomeinber MAJOR'S RUBBKR CEMENT, M UCAT^fgR M Famous Maryland W Men's Clothing Midi to Order, tiprwifi' Prepaid (juarmnteed to The Over coats and Trousers, made by best city merchant are made in our workrooms at about one-half what you have to pay at retail. Afen's Clothing Catalogue, large cloth samples attached, shows the and con celts, and is profusely illustrated with the fashions that will he worn by the best dressed |K\ this season. We ship you our Erjt Clothing C.0.D., ami we guar antee each garment to fit you, so that you run absolutely no risk: think of the large saving you effect laid the stylish garments we send you I We publish a 16-color lithographed book.which jyjf their exact colors 'and designs, so that by look- njaM/tFdu ing at these color plates you can tell exactly how \ V the fabric itself appears, and buying from us you ■" 1 buy at mtlFprices, and save from 40 to 60 per cent. All Carpets tewed free, lininf furnished without charge, and freight prepaid Both catalogues are free. Which do you want 112 Address this way: JULIUS HIKES ft SON, Dept.Bo9, Baltimore, Md. WANTED —Some one to plant the garden on the John Green lot, on share. Apply to Mr. Brewster 707 <>th street, N. E. Washington, D. C To THE PUBLIC.—WHEREAS, Jean Geautier, of Laporte twp., Sullivan county, Pa., is a pauper, who is at present chargeable to the Poor District of said Township, and whereas the Overseers of the Poor of said district have provided said pau per with the necessary means of sub sistence by furnishing him with suitable and necessary wearing ap paral together with boarding and lodging, in the family of John Ilos encrants, in Laporte township; this therefore is to notify all persons not to give said Jean Geautier any credit or to harbor him at the. expense of Laporte Township Poor District as said Poor District will pay no bills contracted by him. JosErn SHAFFER, PHILLIP PETERMAX, Overseers of the Poor of Laporte Township, Sullivan Co. Pa. April 3, 15)00. Wall paper at popular prices at J. W. Bucks, this week. Preliminary Announcement. The Laporte Summer School will open July 10,1900, and will continue in session four weeks. Circulars containing complete details concern ing course of study,instructors, rates etc., will be issued in a few weeks. F. W. MEMLERT, CO. Supt. Foil SALE. —A Saw Mill in first class condition. Capacity, 40,(MM) to 50,000 feet per day, in hemlock. Can be seen in operation until June Ist, 1900. Practically new. . For further particulars, address * CIIAS. W. REEDER & Co. Gw. Laporte, Pa. Mr. James McFarlane is agent for the Celebrated Pitkin Paint and Specialties*. This is the oldest mix ed paint manufactory in America and their goods are guaranteed not to chalk, crack or peel off when properly applied and to last longer than any mixture of Trust Lead and Oil. Fleishmans vegtable compressed yeast will be kept on hand at the store of Mrs. M. C. Lauer. QOU RT l'KO< :L AM ATI ON, WHEREAS, HON. E. M. DUNHAM, President Judge,- llonorables John S. Line und Conrad Kruus. Associate Judges of tlie Courts of Oyer and Terminer and General Jail Delivery, Quarter Sessions of the Peace, Orphans' Court and Com mon l'icas for the County of Sullivan, have issued their precept, bearing date then da v of Mar. 189!), to me directed, for holding tlie several courts in the Borough of La]>orte, on Monday the ■JBth day of May P.XX), at 2 o'clock p. m. Therefore.notice is hereby giwn to the Coroner. Justices of the l'cace and Constables within the county, that they bo then and there in their prop er person at 2 o'clock p. in.of said day, with their rolls, records, inquisitions examinations and other reniemberanees to those things to which their oflices appertain to be done. And to those who are bounci hv their recognizance to prosecute against prisoners who are or shall be in the jail of the said county of Sullivan, are hereby notified to be then and there to prosecute against thcin as will be lust. 11. W. OSLER, Sheriff, herifl's oaice, Laporte, Pa.„ Apr. 14, IyOU. * ASK YOUR DEALER * * nj FOR THE * |£reighton| | Shoe Ladies. | JJS ... WARRANTCP. ... $ Ifl $2.00 ; IjL $2.50 s $3.00£ % . ****-% £ Perfect Fitting. Best Wearing and jjj JJJ SMost Vfliable Shoe sold. tfc For Kventeen years our product lias been a £ m Standard Shoe for Women, and i* to-day con- a. jy | ceded to be one of the most reliable and thor- T M ouffhly honest lines of Ladies' Footwear on 7 2 the American market. Sold through our au ■JJ thorized Agents. All styles, sizes and widths. JJ + mm * ff Sold exclusively by jjj 5 Mrs. D. H. LORAH. * SONESTOWN, PA. * m MOI BY jjr Hi * TRADEMARK * * stamped on Sole. * r.ampbell, Th |, MERCHANT, LADIES. I have just returned from the city with a magnificent new* line of Spring and Summer Dry Goods, Notions and Ladies Furnishing Goods. Everything of the Latest Please call and examine, the prices are right. Don't fail to look over the Bargain Counter, it will interest you. GENTS. Ihave just received a carol" seeds, consisting oi Garden, Red-top, Orchard Grass, I iinotliv and Clover Seed, also a car of Uowkerß Fertilizer and the prices are very low. \V lien in need of a plow J can supply you with the best made "nil: WllfAD." If yon want anything in General Merchandise 1 can supply you al die lowest possible price. HIGHEST Market Price paid for Butter and Eggs. Yours very respectfully A. E. CAMPBELL. OJbat $12.00 W {" IV The above named price on several hundred Very Swell, Very Pretty, Excellent Suits. The fabrics are pure wool in tancy patterned clothing as well usjplaui and blue; shapes of coats are singlejor double breasted, and Jtlie entire appearance and serviceability of these suits are ei|ual to any which you may have made to measure at $25. There is a reason why we sell these uits at this low price, but it concerns you not, it has no bearing on ipialitv or price. There are rich picking? for early comers. This is an npor tunity which should hot be lost. vT ~V\T C-A-!K>OXjl_j. "i o ock (Jai ' roll DUSHORK, P LAPORTE Clothing Store. Our New Fall and Winter Goods Consisting everything you mant in (£fotfting, !3oots, Sftoes, Ladies' Capes, Skirts, Wrappers, Shirt Waists, Corsets, Etc. We Can Save You From Two to Three Dollars on Each Suit. From 2.1 cto 1.00 on every pair of shoes and from _<) to 1U ots. on every article you buy of us. We sell our goods tit very small profits. We have no extra expense and are satisfied with the Small Profit System- JOE COOPER, The Clothier. CLOTHING! <3. fcafcer, —y Of LAPORTE, Desires to call the attention of buyers of clothing to the fact that he represents The American Woolen Mills Company, Chicago, in this locality, the World's Largest Tailors, and that he has a tull line of Fall and Winter Samples of suits, pants and overcoats, in all styles and at prices that will defy competition. Also a lull line of ladies' and gentlemen's Water proof Goods. Call and examine his line ot goods and prices before purchasing elsewhere All orders tilled promptly. Perfect lit and satisfaction guaranteed. Correspondency solicited throughout this section. A..MKW, A A BAKER, LAPORTE, PA. Wright & Haight, furtiiture . • , x *>. _s"U naert afting. BRANCH CONNECTION AT LAPORTE, lE^. NEXT l><H>R TO WAGON SHOP. R. A. CONKLIN, Mgr. Ten Years Experience has taught FORKSVILLE. PA. Us how to give the best value for runi\OTiLLU, The LEAST MONEY.
Significant historical Pennsylvania newspapers