Republican News Item. ,THURSDAY, J I'NE H, 1900. 4# J Ignorance Is the mother of 5 sceptlolsm. Ignorance does \ r not aboundto any great extent 112 112 In Sullivan County, 112 2 So that there £ ) £ is But Little I t Scepticism £ $ about the Value oft \zb c IReWS \ \ - Item # A As a Profitable I * t jßbvevttstno * t flDebium. * * * #Read it, Your neighbor docs.r Don't borrow. # County Seat Indices. ANO GLANCES AT THE TIMES. —Judson Brown was visiting with friends in Shunk last week. —Chas. Warren, of Shunk, was a business man in town on Saturday. —Miss Eliza Shaut is visiting with friends in Williamsport this week. —Morry Williams of Shunk, was the guest of Sheriff Osier on Friday. Chas. It. Lauer of Dushore, was a busy man in furniture deals in town Tuesday. —M. A. Scureman, of Dushore, was in town Monday in the interest of the Penn Mutual Co. —M. P. Gavitt, of Washington, was calling on Laporte friends the early part of this week. —Russel Karns and wife,Ex-Sher iff McHenry and wife, of Benton, are spending a few days in town. —Children's Day Services at the Baptist church Sunday evening June 17, commencing at 8 o'clock. All are invited to attend. —John V. Finklc has added more beauty to Jiis property on Muncy street by placing a fancy wire fence around the yard, which is quite in keeping with his well-kept surround ings. —The new dwelling of Co. Supt. F. W. Meylert has reached that point of completion which shows it to b<: a handsome structure and when completed will make a stylish abode. —County Treas. Frank Lusch held his land sale on Monday as adver tised and after a busy day found it expedient to adjourn the sale to August 21, 1900, when it willbecon tinued. WANTED. —ISO chickens —F. W. Gallagher, proprietor of the Laporte Hotel will purchase 150 chickens in good condition for killing. Large or small numbers will be accepted at market prices. Services in Laporte M. E. church for next Sunday are as follows: Sun day School at in a. m. Preaching by the pastor at 11 a. m.and Epworth League 7:00 p. m. Prof. W. H. Budine the well known eye specialist of Binghamton will be at the Laporte Hotel on June 2fi. Eyes tested and examined free. Eye glasses and spectacles fitted to all kinds of peculiar visions. All work guaranteed. —The United Stales now has a domain nearly three times greater in area than it possessed when it first became a nation. We have been expanding all the time, and must keep it up if we expect to grow up and be somebody. Laporte, with a population of six hundred souls striving on life's race track to equal the standard of civili zation at the county seat where jus tice is saught and found and where four church steeples point upward to a better land, is where the U.S. gov ernment's oppressive hand is sorely felt in the mall service. The new schedule that went into etteet last Monday now gives this town no privilege of dispatching a morning and evening mail. An exchange of mail at noon-time is the extent of the service at'Laporte, where the public have their business transacted. The newspaper will not say much about the matter, but leave it with the pulpit to better direct the public in their vigorous expression of indig nation. Another Disasterous Blaze at Laporte. Early Saturday morning at about 2:li0, lire was discovered in the meat market by the proprietor, Henry Kraus, who was awakened from his slumber while sleeping in a room but a few feet from the market by the noise of the flre. The interior and front end was all ablaze by the time the alarm was given and hor rifying sounds of midnight bells arroused the entire population who quickly responded to the call and began to remove the furniture from the double dwelling occupied by Mr. Kraus and Chas. Funston. Before the market had been consumed the fire communicated with the dwelling house and with all the effort that could be put forth only a part of the furniture from the upper story could be saved. The buildings were owned by J. W. Flynn and partly insured, Mr. Kraus carried no insurance on his market equipmtnt which comprised a new steam engine and refrigerator costing upwards of SIOO. A large quantity of meat in the building and a new truck wagon standing close by were also consumed. No insurance was carried on any of the furniture burned. The origin of the fire is unknown, as is usual with the several other fires that have occured here of late. Mr. Kraus has not yet decided whether he will rebuild or continue the business here any longer. Sonestown. Mrs. Andrew Edgar is visiting her daughter, Myrtle, at Blooms burg. Miss Maud Laird, of Nordmont, is spending a few days with her par ents at this place. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Starr were the guests of relatives at Lairdsville Sunday. The Evangelical Sunday School will hold a festival at this place on Saturday evening, June Hi. Every one is cordially invited to attend. Mrs. James Busier of Ilughesville visited her parents Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Simmions over Sunday. Children services will be held in the M. E. church Sunday evening, June 17. Mrs. Samuel Boone of Uenover and Mrs. ltehm of Bloomsburg spent Sunday as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jason Simmons. W. F. Donovan and Miss Leah Hazen spent Sunday with the for mer's parents at Muncy Valley. Mr. and Mrs. Welch have gone to Eagles Mere for the summer. Mrs. J. B. Magargel has returned home after spending a week with her parents at Horn Brook. —The County Com. were in town the early part of the week attending strictly to business. The general impression is that they make an excellent Board to do business right. "JOHNNY ON THE SPOT." How An Old Rube Flim-Flammed a Western Crowd. He strolled into an Omaha saloon and timidly approaching the bar in quired of the white-aproned mixer it he might "take a cheer and rest a little while." He said his valise was too heavy to "pack" about with him and, besides, he was waiting (or a man to come there and pay him SSO. The old man looked the part of a Reuben. He wore homemade cloth ing and his cotton trousers were stuff ed down in the tops of his heavy, mud-bespattered boots. He seemed ill at ease in a saloon and made no offer to buy anything. Attracted by his pastoral appearance, the bartend er and two or three loungers engaged "Uncle Josh" inconversation. They wanted to know about the SSO he was to receive. "Well, hits jes' like this," said the old man. "A comin' in on the kyars this mornin' I met a young feller In trouble. He was a smart appearln' chap an' he was takln' his dead sis ter back to Injlany to bury her. When we got to the depot he foun' out thet he didn't hev quite money enough to pay the charges. I loant him SSO un til he kin git a check cashed. He's bin to town afore an' he directed me to come hyar and wait for him. He's to be here at 10 o'clock with the money." "Yes, he'll be here," said the bar tender, with a sarcastic sneer. "Course he'll be here, blkase he said he would," "Uncle Josh" replied. The fun that followed aroused the old man and he Indignantly offered to bet that his newly found friend would appear. The bartender put up all the money he had. and the loungers chip ped in for another pot. The old man covered it. It was then half an hour until 10 o'clock. While the minutes ticked away "Uncle Josh" paced the floor, refusing all offers of a drink. Promptly at 10 o'clock the swing ing: doors came open and a dapper young man with a badge of crepe around his hat walked briskly In. He clasped hands with "Uncle Josh" anil vverently thanked him for the ac • unmodation. At the same time he m ssed a roll of money Into the old man's hands and asked him to count it and see if he had made any mis take. "Now, by golly, here's my fifty! What'd I tell ye?" exclaimed "Uncle Josh." When he and the young man emerged they divided the spoils. Masculine Observation. Married life Is always a duel be- I tween love and affection. Every man Is u hero to somebody, j nud every man Is somebody to a hero. When a woman refuses a man she most always insinuates that lie knows she is so weak that lie ought not to urge her. It Is Just as easy to fall in love with a rich girl as it is with a poor one, and it's a lot easier to fall out of love with a poor girl than it is with a rich one. The reason why women s,i at bargain sales isn't because they want a bargain themselves, but because tliey are afraid some other woman will pet it Instead. The Show. She was a womanly woman. She had that Indescribable soft light in her eyes, and moreover, her clothes did oot fit her. "I would not care to show my stock ings that way," she ventured, slirink fngly. "I'd show anything before I'd show the white feather!" sneered the ♦ad vanced person iu the extreme golf cos 'ume. And here they parted, each distrust ing the other to the detriment of the •a use. A girl should be brought up so as to be able to make her own living, whether or not she's going to inherit a fortune. A woman's place is in the home, though some women do better in busi ness than men. A girl ought to be careful about the man she marries, especially if she has money. A wo»an oughtn't to marry until She's old enough to know what she's aoing. Sheriffs Sale of Real estate By virtue of a writ of Testatum V end Ex issuedout of the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia county and to me directed and delivered there will be exposed to public sale at the Court House in Laporte, Pa., on FRIDAY, JULY C, 1900, at 8 o'clock a.in. All that certain messuage and lots or pieces of ground situated in Kagles Mere Borough, Shrewsbury Township, Sullivan Countv, and State of Pennsylvania, described as follows: Beginning at the easterly side of Penn sylvania Avenue at the corner of Cl»y Street; thence northwardly along the east erly side ot Pennsylvania Avenue forty one (41) feet to line of lot number five of section number six; thence along lot nnm ber five on a line at right angles with said Pennsylvania Avenue, two hundred (200) feet to a point in the northerly boundary line of lot number seven ol section number six; thence north ten degrees west along ends of lots number five, four and three, one hundred and fitly (150) feet to comer in line of lot of Mrs. lillicott; thence along said Kllicott lot north eighty degrees east, one hundred and sixty (160) feet toa post; thence south ten degrees east one hundred and five feet six inches (103 feet and 6 inches) to a line of Clay Street; thence along the said street south twenty-one degrees west, two hun dred and sixty and one-half (200J) feel to angle in Clay Street; thence along Clay Street westwardly, two hundred and sixty (260) feet to place of beginning, contain ing about one and one-halt acres. Being lots number two, six, seven aud eight of section number six, of a plan of Kagles Mere, as laid out by Wm. A. Mason, and being all improved and containing there on erected a two story frame or plank dwelling house with kitchen partattached a plank cottage one story used as sleeping apartments an ice house wood shed or summer kitchen, frame barn, plank store building one story, a large building fifty by one hundred and twelve feet built for a skating rink used for that and a hall etc. The whole building being subject to the restrictions contained in deeds from Wm. Bradford. Seized, taken into execution and to be •old as the property of Louisa Wernle Wright also known as Louisa Wernle at the suit of Laura Evans. 11. W. OSLER, Sheriff. BKKDEI.I. <K BuaiiLKY Attys. \ Sheriffs office, Laporte, Pa., June 7, 1900. Sheriff's Sale. By virtue of a writ of Vend Ex issued out of the Court of Common Pleas ot Sul livan County, and to me directed and de livered, there will be exposed to public sale at the Court House in Lajwrte, Pa , on FRIDAY, JULY 6, 1900, at 10 o'clock a. m., the following describ ed property, viz: All the right, title and interest of John F. Keeler. into or out of all that certain lot, piece or parcel of land lying and be ing in the Township of Davidson, Countv of Sullivan, State of Pennsylvania, bound ed and described as follows: Beginning at a sugar tree eorner being corner between lands of Willis Snyder and late John F, Keeler; thence north forty-lour (44) degrees east sixty-four (64) perches to post comer; thence south thirty-four (34) degrees west forty-six (46) perches to post corner, thence north fifty-six (56) degrees west fourteen (14) perches to post corner; thence south thirty-four and one half(34j) degrees west one hundred and eight (108) perches to a corner; thence north forty-four (44) degrees west one hundred and two [lo2] perches to corner between lands of Willis Snyder and Mar cus Horn; thence along said llorn.s land north thiriy-three [33] degrees east ninety six [96] perches to post; thence along land late John F Keeler, south forty-lour [44] degrees east forty-two jierches to a beech corner; thence still along lands late John F. Keeler, north fortv-six [46] de grees east sixty [6o] lurches to place of beginning. Containing eighty-five [KSJ acres and ninety-tfeven [97] |ierclies, strict measure, be the eame more or less. Seized, taken iulo execution and to be sold as tiie property of John 1". Keeler at the suit ol llenry Karge Ex. of Philip Ivarge deed. 11.. W. OSLER, Sheriff. BRADLEY, Atty. Sheriß's office,Laporte,Pa., June 11, 1900. 52100JN PREMIUMS ► Write for elrealur explaining bow w4 j will distribute 92100 In premium*, without any 00at or without any lottery scheme to fWif customers. Our carpet agents are making Mlf*'A\ 915 to SSOO a week—so oaa jou-wiite fin particulars.# sample# 1 ho* ■ JOTrfvQinr •nl bought for from |T.75~t0 U also tells about great Jrx bargains In ooats and ▼ests, trousers and spring 11 11 11 overcoats. Our Lithogrtphea] Catalogue shows the^^ •'Famoua Maryland " H Carpets, a Bugs. Art Portieres, Lace Curtains and Bed IVHBKw|llllW H Sets in their real 001. H urs, so that by looking ITiBB these oolored plates Eon can tell exactly 0w carpet will look IB on your floor or a dra* II pery at your window. Carpets range in price ■ from 32c to 91.17: We H sew carpets free, fur- ■ wadded lining ■] without charge, and 18 prepay freight, a/ Our 804 page eata. P logaeof everything to ▼ours for the asking. 1 II AO to 60 iter cent, saved V'*i ■ m* W on everything. m —w j I Which book do yon want? All are free. Address this way Julius Hiaet &J>OD, Dept.ao9.Baltimort.Md- CONDENKEI) KKPORT of the condition oft he FIRST NATIONAL JiANK of Dushore, I'u.. At close of business, Dec.lßl)9. KKSOUHCES: Loans and Discounts glisi.973 98 I T . S. Bonds to Secure Circulation IJ.OOO 00 Premium on United States Bonds 1,00000 Stock Securities 15,150 00 Furniture 1,200 00 Due from llanks Approved reserve Ant 86,790 31 Redemption Fund U, S. Treasurer staso Specie and Legal Tender Notes IS.BSS 19 $ 300059, 98 LIABILITIES. Capital S 50,000 00 Surpiu sand Undivided Profits 1(1,50!! 24 Circulation 10,750 00 Dividens Unpaid T1 00 Deposits 222,806 74 $ 300,059 98 State of Pennsylvania, County of Sullivan ss: I, M. D. Swarts, Cashier of the above named bank, do solemnly swear that the above state ment is true to the best of my knowledge and be lief. M. I). SWARTS, Cashier. Sulscribed and sworn to before me this £d day of May l!X)o- JOHN H. CRONIN, Notary Public. Correct—Attest: .INO.D.REESER. ) E.G. SYLVARIA. [-Directors ALPHONSUS WALSII. j • Fresh lake herring ami white lisli just received at J. W. Buck's store. Finest Santablarii Cali. prunes Bc. Fancy evaporated apples, lie per Hi. Fancy evaporated peaches, 11c Hi. At A. Buselihausen's. A nice fresh lot of oranges, lemons and bannanas at J. W. Buck's. FOR SALE: —Two lots in Laporte Borough, with barn and fruit trees thereon. A very desirable location for a dwelling, overlooking Lake Mokoma. Lots situated 011 Muncy street. Terms reasonable. Address MRS. 11. H. I{lN<;, Dushore. If its Dold's its the best. We handle Dold's smoked meats exclu sively at A. Buselihausen's. FOR SALE.— A Saw Mill in first class condition. Capacity, 40,000 to 50,000 feet per day, in hemlock. Can be seen in operation until June Ist, 1900. Practically new. For further particulars, address CHAS. \V. Bkkokk A- CO. 6w. 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 oil' when properly applied and to last longer than any mixture of Trust Lead and __ Public Notice. Notice is hereby given that my wile, Mary K. Lisson left my lied ami board 011 May 10, 1900, without just cause or prov ication. All persons are hereby notified not to harbor her or to trust, heron my account, as 1 will not pay debts ot' her contraction. C, H. LISSON, Kagles Mere, l'a. Straw hats for sale at J.AV. Buck's store, Sonestown. Cabbage, tomato, cellery and caul iflower plants for sale at the store of Mrs. M. C. Lauer. * ASK YOUR DEALER * <f j,, FOR THE * fgreighton 112 I Shoe Ladles. | $ ... WARRANTED. ... $ s M *2.00 i } jL. «a.BO S | $3.00: 1 PBR s jp Perfect Fitting, Best Wearing and £ j»j SMost IfflUble Shoe sold. * «n For seventeen years our product has bee;i a ill Standard Shoe for Women, and is to-day con- m ceded to be one of the most reliable and thor- a ouffhly honest lines of Ladies' Footwear on 7 2 the American market. Sold through our au- J 2 thomed Agents. All styles, sizes aud widths. ■ * 1 SBold exclusively by • Mrs. D. H. LORAH, S § SONESTOWN, PA. W MADE BY m ■■ S !■-*(#»! * TRADE-MARK «B * stamped oh Sole. WjMpwwiJHJ. * Campbell, TH | MERCHANT, LADIES. i Imve.just returned from the city with a magnificent new line of Spring and S umner Dry Goods, Notions and Ladies Furnishing Goc ids. Everything of the Latest Please call and exifliiine, the prices are right. Don't fail to look over the Bargain Counter, it will interest you. GENTS. I have jufi ror.'ivod :i par of seeds, consisting ot Harden, Red-top, Orchard (ii'jsf. i i::i»>thy and Cmv. r Seed. als<i acar ofßowkers Fertilizer and the prices ore very low. \V lieu in need of a plow I can supply you with the best made '•II.!-. V, II;A 1 1. If vein wont, anything in General Merchandise 1 can supply yc.li a! Ihe lowest possible price. HIGHEST Market Price paid for Butter and Eggs. Yours very respect lul I v A. E. CAMPBELL. mbal $12.00 w ;|[ iy The above named price on several hundred Very Swell, Very Pretty, Vcrij Excel tent Suits, The fabrics are pure wool in fancy patterned clothing as well asjplain and blue: shapes of coats are single'or double breasted, and Jibe entire appearance and serviceability of these suits are eipial to any which you way have mnde to measure ot $25. There is n reason why we sell these uits at (his low price, but it concerns you not, it has no bearing on quality or price. There are rich pickings for early comers. This is an opor til 11 ity which should not be lost. J" W OABOLL. Bi o o t c e k CftrroU Demons. P LAPORTE Clothing Store. WE'RE PREPARED WITH A VFRY LARGE STOCK oF Clothing, Shoes and Gents' Fine Furnishing Goods Etc., and a Very Large Variety of the Finest Ladies' Wear for Spring and Summer. We are able to offer you a gooil many articles cheaper than the cost of malting them. Men's suits at i!. 7•"», 5.00 up to 10.00; made in the latest styles. Youth'- suits at :2..">0, 5.00 and K.OO are the linest qualities. Childrens' suits at 1.25, 1.50 and 2.00 Men's fine shot's !>se, 1.25, 1.50, up to 4.00. Ladeis' shoes !»0c up to U.OO. JOE COOPER, The Clothier. CLOTHING! v— -i—■ Of LAPORTE, Desires to call the attention of buyers of clothing to the fact that he reprtsente The American Woolen Mills Company, Chicago, in this locality, the World's Largest Tailors, and that lie has a full line of Fall and Winter Samples ol suits, pants and overcoats, in all styles and at prices that will defy competition. Also a full line of ladies' and gentlemen's Water proof Goods. Call and examine his line ot iroods and prices before purchasing elsewhere All orders filled promptly. Perfect fit and satisfaction guaranteed. Correspondency solicited throughout this section. ADttRKSS, A A BAKER, LAPORTE, PP_ Wright & Haight, BRANCH CONNECTION AT LAPORTE. NEXT DOOR TO WAGON SHOP. It. A. CON KLIN, Mgr. Ten Years Experience has taught FQRKSVILLE, PA. Us how to give the best value.for The LEAST MONEY.
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