SHENANDOAH, PA., TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1895.
ONE CENT
VOL. X.--NO 58
In furniture 'hat will mnko the thin
pocket-book smile nil over with glad
ness. See what a small amount of
money will accomplish Just now. :
Ladles' Rockers J1.00 up.
Ilcdstcads 1.90 up.
Cupboards 3.90 up.
Extension Tablos - 4.50 up.
Cradles 1.25 up.
Chamber Suits, 8 pieces 16.00 up.
Parlor Suits, 5 pieces 25.00 up.
Come and see and be convinced that
this is the cheapest place in the state
to buy your furniture.
Williams & Son
No. 13 S. Main St.
1 Here is an Opportunity.
We have a number of sets of
"The World and . . .
ts People by Sunlight."
You can get them cheap. They cost us 7 cents a number, or
$1.82 a set, there being 26 numbers in a set. You can have a
set for $1.30 CASH.
Herald Publishing Company.
DEATH OF
D. J. DOYLE
ASSEMBLY
The Well Known Newspaper Man
Died This Morning.
HAD BEEN ILL SOME TIME
At a Time When Full Recovery Seemed at
Hand ne Succumbed to an Unex
i pected Attack- His Early Life.
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Tho 13est Couirh ttrrun.l
Tastes Good. Use In time. I
Sold by Druggists,
family, and
to get it. Undoubtedly it is the
I presume wo have used over
one hundred bottles of Piso'a
Cure for Consumption in my
am continually advising others
st Cough Medicine
I ever used. W. O. Miltenberqeu, Clarion, Pa.,
Dec. l2), 1894. 1 sen riso's uure lor uonsump-
tion. and never have any com
plaints. E. Shokey, Postmaster,
Shorey, KanBas, Dec. 21st, 1894.
I 'Ilia llmr. rv.nffh Hvnm
jTastes Good. Uko In tlmal
isoia or urugsists.
g-r.siM-iiiM-i.Ji.ivy
Nickle-plated
Shears and Scissors.
Some Gold Mounted, Somo Large Ones, Some Small Ones.
Folding and Pocket Scissors. Any pair in the lot at the p- t m
exceedingly low price of SsSd C3
Fnlly warranted as first-class. Not shop-worn or second hand. Examine them at
NO. 21 NORTH MAIN STREET, SHENANDOAH, PA.
We will give a sheet of Music FREE to any purchaser of goods from our store
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Offers
Dennis J. Doyle, one of the proprietors
of the Sunday News, passed away at his
home at No. 118 North White streot, at.
8:45 o'clock this morning, after .a pro
tracted illness. He had been ill for several
weeks, but hlsdeath was quiet unexpected
until yesterday. He first became ill about
nine weeks ago, being troubled by car
buncles, and suffered intensely, but
gradually recovered until his strength and
appetite were well restored and Dr. D. W.
Straup, the family physician, considered
all danger was past. On Sunday last,
however, hemorrhage of the bowels set
in, and from that time his decline was
rapid. His last hours were peaceful and
ho was conscious up to the last moment
and was reconciled. He realized that the
end was approaching and took occasion
to instruct his brother, M. E. Doyle, as to
arrangements for the last rites.
Mr. Doyle was 48 years of age and Is
survived by his wife and five children,
three boys and two girls, the eldest child
being sixteen years old.
The deceased was among the most
notaole character; of the town and his
acquaintance extended throughout the
county. He was among the most widely
known of newspaper men in this
region. He had his faults and like
wise his virtues. At t imes he was eccentric,
but when he found it in his power to
favor a friend he never allowed the oppor
tunity to pass. Ife had charge of the sub
scriptlon and advertising departments t
the Sunday News, and earned the reputa
tion of being one of the best solicitors and
collectors in this region. He was a hard
and persistent worker, and the News staff
will miss his services.
Mr. Doyle was born in Cass township
When a boy he worked in the mines and
breaker at Forestville. At the age of
nine years, when ploying near Goodman
Dobbin's colliery, he was run over by i.
rock car ami lost his right arm. After
his recovery from the accident he again
worked about the mines and went tn
school at tlnus. When fifteen years ol't
he gave up work altogether and paid
strict attention to public school studies.
In clue time he became qualified to teach,
and he taught school in Mahanoy town
ship for about twenty years. He gave up
the profession in 18S4 and joined his
brother, Michael E. Doyle, in the pro
prietorship and management of the .-un
day News. He remained actively identi'
fled with the paper until his death.
The funeral will take place from the
family residence on Thursday morning, at
9 o'clock, and high mass will be celebrated
in the Annunciation church at 10 o'clock.
The remains will bo interred in the An
nunciatlou cemetery.
STETLEI1.
Mrs. Flower Stetler, wife of Francis
Stetler, died this morning at the home of
h r mother, Mrs. Flower Reese, at 8(1 West
Lloyd street. Mrs. Stetler passed away
at six o'clock after suffering for two years
from a complication of diseases. She is
survived by her husband and four chil
dren, two sons and two daughters, the
oldest being eight years old. The funeral
will take place at 1 p. m. on Friday, from
the residence of the deceased's mother.
bins' Opera House.
SOCIETY IN ITS SPLENDOR
Prominent Families of Many Towns
Participate In the Alfalr The Hall
Brilliantly Decorated.
25 Tons CHOICE TIMOTHY HAY.
15 Tons CHOICE WINTER WHEAT MIDDLINGS.
10 Tons STRICTLY PURE CHOPS Our own make.
1 Ton Fanoy Fishing Creek BUCKWHEAT FLOUR.
2,000 Bushels CHOICE WHITE OATS. '
COO Bushels YELLOW CORN". , i V ", "
At Keller's.
Steamed Oysters.
Oysters only 25 cents a half peck, at the
Soheifly House.
THE COUNCIL.
Much Is Expected From the New
Organization.
The one theme of papular discussion
just now is the organization of the
Borough Council, and those members
who have recently been elected to that
body. A casual glance at the personnel of
the new Council, including the old and
new members, leads me to believe that it
will be a business body, and that its
record will fulfill the highest expectations
of the people. If it does not I am greatly
deceived.
There will be considerable business of
importance to transact during tbe year,
and it the Citizens party is to continue in
power the Councllmen elected on that
ticket must cast aside all prejudices and
legislate for the people at large. In tbe
past this has not been done, and the voters
showed their disapproval of this policy
by turning down the party respon
sible for the same. Shenandoah being
the largest town in the county, it has
necessarily vast interests at stake. It will
require the greatest efforts on the part of
the majority members of Council during
the present year to steer the borough
government clear of breakers, with a
deM ot nearly 1200,000 banging over their
heads. To meet the interest on this debt
and at the same time pay the running ex
pensesof the borough and make necessary
improvements, is no child's play, but
r ither will require some fine financiering.
With a change of methods In vogue
in the past this can be done, and I look
for this change with much confidence.
But the term "chauge" implies much T4ITFTV YTJ7TTT12D
more than the average individual realizes. lYXiL" YV UN 1 LsIV
it means a cuange oi metuous as wen as
of Individuals. j
The result of the new organization
Monday evening will In a measure attest
fVii fclnpprlfif nf flm i!nnn(ll mon In trlvinc ,
the neonle'a elpnn administration. If ! A Brilliant SOCletV Event at R0b-
favorlteism is Ignored In the selection of
the officers, and men best fitted for the
several positions are appointed, then the
people will realize the wisdom of their
selection In the Councllmanic contest on
the 10th Inst. It will not do to put h11
ot one nationality in these poslttoi
The Democrats did this, and now they
realize the error of their way. Eve y
nationality that Assisted in the election
ot the Citizens' candidates should be
recognized.
The next important step for the new
Council is the hddo ntment of the various
committees. This may seem a trivial
matter, but as in nil legislative bodies It
is of much importance. In fact, the selec
tion of the chairmen of the committees
is an important duty devolving upon the
President of Council, and if he makes
wise selections the record of his term will
be oneof much pride, both to himself and
his constituents. There will bo sufficient
ability among the majority members to
draw from, and the only thing necessary
will be to use discretion in the selections.
There is one thing the people will
demand from the Citizens party, and I
hear that demand reiterated every day,
time and again. It is the appointment of
an efficient police force. The citizens
have become disgusted with the manner
in which things have been conducted in
this department during the past year or
two. Above all, givo us sober, intelligent
and conscientious policemen men who
can not only read and write, but who
have good judgment. Tbe people are
clamoring for n change in the complex
ion of the force, and io was this desire on
the part of the people that assured the
success of the Citizens party.
As previously stated, the majority mem
bers are fully competent to manage the
borough's affairs without outside advice,
but there are certain matters the people
are interested in tnat nuglit with pro
priety be brought to the attention of the
Councllmen. In my travels about town
I hear tho course of the retiring Coimcl
u mercifully scored by men of both par
ties, and I shall point out a few ot tli
shortcomings of the Democratic inajjrlty
in that body, In the hope that the presen
majority may steer clear of tbe shoals.
In the ilrst place a chauge is demnnde
In tbe methods of doing the borough'
business; avoid vexatious and coxtlj
lawsuits when practicable; enforce tin
ordinances without fear or favor; con
slder favorably only those bills that cm
tractors nre justly entitled to; dons little
junketing as possible at the borough's
Hxpen-e; transact all business of the
boro igh as If it were your own personal
interests at stnke, ami do away with tho
star cuamber practice: even If it ojsts
trifle more, give the residents of the town
employment in preference to outsiders.
I give this in tbe spirit of gojd govern
menr, and honestly believe every member
of Council realizes the grave respoiiii
bi lit y he has assumed. It is this belief
that stimulates mo in my oft-repeated
assertion that tho record of the present
Council will be one of much credit to the
members and the borough. The minority
members have nlso an opportunity of
making amends for tbe past, by joining
hands with their coUeagues in giving the
people what they demand a business
administration.
Now that the excitement over tho elec.
tlon is subsiding, anu tne people are
giving their attention more as to who will
receive the plums at the hands ot the
Citizens party caucus, there is displayed
a strong tenttment in favor of the people
filling the offices of Borough Treasurer,
Solicitor, Supervisor and Town Clerk by
popular vote, in the same manuer as tbe
Chief Burgess, High Constable and
Auditors are selected. Such a plan would
certainly remove' from Council the great
bone of contention at each succeeding
organization of that body, and avoid con'
slderable bad feeling and frequent dead'
locks. It would relieve the Couucilmenof
much unrest and annoyance, and might
be tho means of making better selections
for these positions.
Tamaqun has decided to go Into the
electric light business on Its own hook.
They will borrow $25,000 for thatpurpo.se.
Agitation has already set In here for a
similar course for our borough, and it will
soon assume tangible shape. In the event
of Council deciding to submit the ques
tion to the people, It should also consider
the advisability of purchasing the private
plants, In justice to the men who have
invested their money in these enterprises.
At the last meeting of Council the
Chief Burgess' attention was drawn to
the necessity ot compelling property
holders to clean their gutters in anticipa
tion of a thaw. This is a wise precaution,
but it must have slipped the Chief Bur
gess' notice. Very few gutters are cleared,
and when the thaw comes there will be
many cellars and basements flooded.
Index,
Best and
Finest
In the County.
18 kr. plain Wedding Rings,
Band and Fancy Rings, Dia-
A Happy Man
Is he who uses Red Flag Oil for Rheuma
tism, Neuralgia, Toothache and chronlo
pains. It'B a remedy which cures every
time. Try It, S3 cents. lied Flag Oil is
sold at Gruhler Bros. .drug store,
Oysteru and clams in all styles at No. 11
West Centre street. Milk supplied to
families.
l.SU tf
M. J. BEQLET, Prop.
Tbe Mid-Winter Assembly In Robbins'
opera house last evening was the hit of
local society events this season. The at
tendance was a large and fashionable
one and many prominent families ot
Pottsvlile, Ashland, Shamokln, Mahanoy
City and other places were represented.
Mnny of the ladles In attendance were
attired in strikingly rich and beautiful
gowns. Thoir figures nau a brilliant
effect beneath the sharp rays of the arc
electric lights and amid the rich tem
porary furnishings of the hall provided
by the committee. The hall was elabor
ately decorated. Beautiful red, white and
blue and lilac streamers formed a canopy
over the dancers, and tho balcony railing
was covered with the national colors
tastefully arranged and garnished with
Japanese lanterns. The entrance was
separated from the dancing hall
by tich and heavy curtain lambrequins,
nnd in the corners of the room great fur
rugs of various designs helped to give a
cosy, home-like appearance to the place.
The stage was also very tastefully
arranged, and the ten members ot the
Schoppe orchestra, attired in full dress
suits, discoursed dancing music ot the
up-to-date order.
It is safe to say that no more successful
and brilliant event has been held in the
opera house. At no time has there been h
larger rep esentaliou of the leading
society circles of this and Northumber
land counties, and those who were fortu
nate enough to be present will always re
csll the event with recollections of one of
the most enjoyable affairs of their lives.
Tbe ladies appeared in silks and satins
of various hues and shades, rell.-cti g
the skill of the modistes who keep in
formed on all the latest styles and fads
Fhe hair dresser's skill also asserted itself
to a marked degree, and many ot the
ladies presented a strikingly beautiful
appearance ns they strolled arm in arm
with their escorts in full dress.
At nine o'clock the orchestra struck up
and played a number of the most recent
and popular selections. The couples filed
upon the floor from the dressing rooms
nnd tho hall filled rapidly. When the
dancing commenced the floor was well
occupied, but not to an extent to cause
any inconveniences. The first dance was
the waltz, "Dreaming of Love," fron
"Princess Bonnie," followed by the two
step, "Admiral Benham's March."
At midnight a lap lunch ot ham and
rolls, relishes, coffee and claret punch
was served by Messrs. II. II. Z.ullck,
George II. Krlck, John A. Grant, O. A
Kelm, II. J. Huntzinger, H, V. Hesse,
George W. Kelper, John A. Reilly, Jr.
and W. H. Grant, the gentlemen who
constituted the committee of arrange
ments. The lunch was prepared by
Caterer Michael King.
At about half past three o'clock this
morning the assemblage commenced' to
dissolve. An hour later the orchestra
struck up the strains of "Home, Sweet
Home," and shortly after the doors of the
hall were closed upon what will long be
remembered as one of the most brilliant
society events ever held In tho town.
It is but proper to say that tho orches
tral music was exceptionally fine and
several of the selections were applauded
to an encore, which is an unusual trib
ute. The following is a list of the ladles nnd
gentlemen who enjoyed the festivities :
Shamokln Misses Clara and Nellie
Mullen, Lou Holshue, Flo Fulton, Katie
Kutzner and Mame Brennan; nnd
Messrs. Steve Hughes, Clifford Potts and
Maurice Kromlich. Ashland Misses
Mame McBrearty, Annie Livers, Sallle
Bensinger, Nevada James, Mr. and Mrs.
Harry Hunter, Drs. Hoffman, Sallade,
Gallagher and Hlckcy, and Messrs. Harry
Livers and GusSbadle. Pottsvlile Misses
Sophie Huntzinger and Lillian Potts.
Mlnersville Miss Madge Guldin. Ores-
Bona Miss Lucy Hoffman. St Clair
Miss Jennie Jones and Bud Evans. Cea
tralia Misses Margaret nnd Mary
Murphy and Maggie Groody. Mahanoy
City Misses Katie Maley, Maggie Kaler,
Maud Haughney nnd Carrie Schertzingrr;
and Messrs. Austin Sherman, Thomas E,
Samuels, Harry Krebs and George W.
IIoppcs. Dudley, N. J. George Glover,
Wn. Penn Miss Jean Glover. Park
Place Misses Brown, MorrUon and
Emily Swartz. Lst Creek Messrs.
Herman V. Hesse aud Harry Huntzinger.
Among the people of town In attendance
were : Misses Agues, Jessie and Sallle
Stelu, May Cather, Mary Pomeroy, Jessie
Grant, Katie burns, Lottie Burkhart,
Mary A. Stack, Emily Krlck, Ollle Lewis,
Jennie Morrison and Eftle Heaton, Mr,
and Mrs. P. J. Ferguson, Mr. and Mrs.
T. J. Mullahy, Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Kelm.
and Messrs. John, Thomas nnd William
Grnnt, John A. Reilly, Jr., E. O. Mallck,
George W. Kelper, George H Krlck, II.
II. Zullok, H. J. Muldoon, F. J, Brennan,
Michael O'Hearn, MIchnel J. Muldoon,
Dr. W. N. Stein, David Glqver, Thomas
E. Reilly and John Hlgglns,
monds, Sterling Silver and
Platedware, Jewelry, Clocks
and Optical Goods sold lower
than ever.
HOLDERMAN'
Jewelry w Store
Cor. Main and Lloyd Sts.
Repairing done prompt and
faultless manner.
in
Died.
Stetler. On the 20th Inst., at Shenarf
doah, Pa., Flower, wile of Franclt Stetler,
aged 28 years and 22 days. Funeral will
take place on Friday, March 1st, 1895, atl
p. m.,from tho residenceof thedeceased's
mother, 30 West Lloyd street, Shenan
doah, Pa. Interment in the Odd Fellows'
cemetery. Relatives nnd friends respect
fully invited to attend. 2 30 3t
DoTLE. On the 20th inst., nt Shenan
doah, Pa., Dennis J. Doyle, xged 48 years.
funeral will take place from the family
residence, 118 North White stieet, on
Thursday, 28th inst., at 9 a. m. Hlf?h
mass nt the Annunciation church at 10
a. m. Interment in the Annunciation
cemetery. Relatives and friends respect
fully invited to attend. 2 20 2t
At Short Notice.
Anything in the eating line InmarKet at
the Scheifly House.
Masquerade Ball.
The fifth annual masquerade ball of
the Girurdvllle Maennerchor, held in the
PalHce theatre, Glrardvllle, last night, at
tracted a large number of attendants
from this town. Mesirs. H. Swoyer,
Charles Ford, Fred. Eherle, M. Donnhoe,
Jacob Miller and Abraham Lenker were
tho committee of arrangements, and
Messrs. Christian Eherle. James Cooper
and George Knchel constituted the floor
committee.
Good Opening: Offered.
The stock and good will of an estab
lished hat and cap and gents' furnishing;
store. Best location in Shenandoah. Good
reason for selling. Address letters to "H,"
Hhhald office.
Important Notice.
Notice is hereby given to all parties who
have left watches at my place for repairs
that if they are not called for on or before
March SO, 1S95, they will be considered
forfeited nnd sold at auction to the high
est bidder. All work ordered of me will
be executed at once. Yost, Jeweler, 103
North Main street.
2-20-npll
A Reception.
A reception was given in honor of Miss
Letitia Leary, of Philadelphia, at the
reaidence ot Health Officer Miles, ot West
Cherry street.
Candidate for Supervisor.
As an old resident of Shenandoah I am
applicaut for appointment as Supervisor,
giving assurance of faithful service.
2-30-6t Thomas Manbexl.
Good.
All Virginia oysters nt the Scheliljr
House. Done up tn all styles.
Dabb has removed his gallery to Hoff.
man's old stand, West Centre street.
The old popular price of
5 O e
a hundred for
Pride of Lehigh Flour.
Apply at
122 North Jardin Street