FREELAND TRIBUNE. VOL. XIII. NO 101 Leave Your Measure for your Next Suit of Clothes at Freeland's Leading Tailoring Establishment. Spring Stock Is Now Ready For Inspection. lefowicli'sWearWell Clothing and Shoe House. REFOWICH BUILDING, FREELAND. Have You Seen Our Queen Quality Shoes? AMANDUS OSWALD, dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries and Provisions. FRESH ROLL BUTTER AND EGG^ A celebrated brand ol XX Hour alwayrt in stock Latest Hats and Caps All kinds of household utensils. N.W dor (Jentre and Front Hts., Freelann DePIERRO - BROS OYXTT'IIL Corner of Centre and Front Street*. Gibson, Dougherty, Kaufer Club, Rosenbluth'a Velvet, of which we h EXCLUSIVE SALE IN TOWN. M mum's Extra Dry Champagne, Hennessy Brandy, Blackberry, Gins, Wines, Clarets, Cordlam, Ku Ham and Schweitzer Chetse Sandwiches Sardines, Etc MEALS AT ALL HOURS LAUBACH'S VIENNA BAKERY. B. C. LAU SACH, Prop. Choice Bread of All Kinds, Cakes, and I'hh try. Daily, i'aucy and Novelty Cakes Baked to Order. ■ESTIIIEIY • 111 ElE.il supplied to balls, parties or picnics, win all necessary at shortest notice and fairest prices. Delivery and supply wagons to all parte oj t(>wn and surroundings every day. EVERY BUYER OF SHOES is neglecting his duty to his purse if he fails to learn our prices and examine our qualities and styles before investing money in footwear. We Sell Shoes and nothing else. You can buy to better advantage here than in stores where shoes are carried as a side-line, and if you give us the op portunity we will prove to you that this is true. STAR SHOE STORE. II .1 ti.n.n n„„„ Cornur Centre nud Hugh Malloy, Prop. walnut struct®, VICTIMS OF GRIM DEATH Three More Aged Residents Have Passed Away. James Rhoda Is Dead at Upper Lehigh,William Ire land at Eckley. and Jos. Sarricks, Sr.. Sandy Run. James Rhoda, one of the earliest set tlers at Upper Lehigh, died at his home there at 11 o'clock last night, after a lin gering illness. The deceased was a suf ferer from dropsy and had been confined to his home for soine tirilo past. Mr. Rhoda was born at Aberdare, So.uth Wales, on October 17. 1846, and was aged 54 years and 4 months. He settled at Upper Lehigh about the time the collieries there were opened, and since then had been one of the promi nent citizens of tho town and enjoyed an extensive acquaintance throughout tho Lehigh region. He is survived by his wife and the following children: James, Jr., John, William, George, Lizzie, Sarah J. and Alice. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock on Wednesday afternoon. The remains will bo interred at Freeland cemetery. William Ireland, a brother of the late Rev. John Ireland, died on Saturday evening at his home in Eckley. The death of the clergyman-on Wednesday last was a severe shock to his surviving brother, and he rapidly failed from that day. Shortly before 9 o'clock Saturday evening he expired. The deceased, like his brother, was a native of Ireland. When lie reacbed the age of twelve years lie was stricken with smallpox. He recovered, but the disease had caused him to become blind, and ho never regained his sight. He bore his allllction with a fortitude and patience that was remarkable. 1 lie deceased was aged 75 years and 11 months, and is survived by one sister, Miss Bella Ireland. Ihe funeral will take place at noon tomorrow. Services will be conducted .it the residence by Rev. J. P. Buxton, •f Drifton, and Rev. F. Marshall, of Freeland. The Interment will be made beside the remains ol his late brother in Vine street cemetery, Ilazlcton. Joseph Sarricks, Sr., one of the oldest and best known citizens of Sandy Run. lied at his home in that tewn at 3 o'clock on Saturday morning. The Mineral took place this morning, the remains leaving Sandy Run on the 9.15 Lebigh Valley train. They were con veyed to Ilazleton, and the interment •vas made in the Vine street cemetery. Mr. Sarricks was born in New Phlla lolphia, Schuylkill county. When tho nines were opened at Sandy Run he removed to that place and resided there with his family ever since. He enlisted at the outbreak of the Civil war and served during that strug gle. He was a member of Maj. C. B. GRAND OPERA HOUSE Frcehiud Opera House Co., Lessees. Monday, Feb. 18, Tuesday, Feb. 19. I.MPOHTANT ENGAGEMENT. Miss Lorraine Hollis, .Supported by her own company in Merrioles Great Comedy Drama, "Forget Me Not," and Tuesday nisrht In Duiuuh' Immortal Drama, "CAMILLE." Prices: 25,35 and 50 Cents. Seats on sale at McMenamin's store. 53TElection Returns from Freeland bor oug-h and Foster and Hazle townships an nounced between the acts on Tuesday evening. Rubber Boots, Shoes, FELTS, OVEKSHOES, ETC., REDUCED TO VERY LOW PRICES. All Kinds of Mining Shoes. JOHN BELLEZA, Wm. Wehrman, W atclxmaker. Watches, from $4 to $25. Clocks, from $1 to SB. Centre street, below .South. FREELAND, PA., MONDAY, FEBRUARY IS, 1901. Coxe Post, No. 147, G. A. R., the mem bers of which attended the funeral. Mr. Sarricks was aged 56 years, and is survived by his wife and a large family. John Breisford, a former resident and business man of town, died at his home in Palmerton, Carbon county, at 9o'clock Friday night, from a paralytic stroke. The deceased served during the Civil war in the Eighty-first Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was quarter-master of the regiment at the time of his dis charge. The funeral will take place on Wed nesday afternoon at Mauch Chunk. Mrs. John Hogan, of Philadelphia, was burLed in that city this morning. The deceased was a sister of Sister M. Ligorle, of St. Ann's parochial school. Sister Ligorie is seriously ill and was unable to attend the funeral. Mrs. Albert Hunsicker, mother of M. n. Hunsicker, proprietor of the Central hotel, died at her home in Lehighton on Saturday morning. She was aged 75 years. an eight-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Pasner, of Drifton, died on Saturday and was buried this afternoon In the Greek Catholic ceme tery. A very large number of the friends of the late William Jenkins gathered at his 'home on Saturday evening to pay their last respects to the deceased. After the services conducted by Rev. F. Marshall, the remains were taken to Freeland cemetery, followed by the Knights of the Mystic Chain and the friends and acquaintances of the family. Week of Jubilee Service. Beginning with a sermon by Rev, I. N. Moorhcad, of Ilazleton, a week of jubilee services was inaugurated last evening at the Park M. E. church, of which Rev. W. W. Hartinan Is the pastor. During tbe past three years the congregation has succeed in wiping out a debtof 81,950, and the freeing of tbe church from this bondage will be aus piciously celebrated. Following is the program for the week: Monday evening, sermon by Rev. H. C. Barman, pastor of St. Paul's Metho dist church, Danville. Burning of JI.OOO note. Tuesday evening, lecture by Rev. I. N. Moorhcad; subject, "Abraham Lin coin." Wednesday evening, lecture by Rev. Crawford L. Benscoter, of" Shainokin; subject, "How We Did in Dixie." Thursday evening, lecture by Rev. Richard H. Gilbert, of Berwick; subject, "Drains—Plus or Minus." Saturday evening, lecture by Rev. Dr. Mason, the colored orator of Cincinnati, Ohio. Sunday, February 24, 10.30 a. m., ad dress by Rev. Dr. Mason. One Fare to Wanhlncton, D* C. And return via the Lehigh Valley Railroad. On account of the inaugura tion ceremonies at Washington, the Le high Valley Railroad will sell tickets to that point and return March 1, 2 and 3, at the low rate of one fare for the round trip. These tickets will be good to re turn to March 8. inclusive, and will be honored on any train except the Itlack Diamond express. Stop-over allowed at Philadelphia and Baltimore, by deposit of ticket, provided ticket is used within original limit. For further particulars consult Lehigh Valley ticket agents. Recent experiments show that all classes of foods may be completely di gested by a preparation called Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, which absolutely digests what you eat. As it is the only combi nation of all the natural digestants ever devised the demand for it has become enormous. It has never failed to cure the very worst cases of indigestion and it always gives instant relief. Grovor'f City drug store. Fair Clone* Friday Evening. The fair at Eckley for the benefit of the Catholic church at that place will | close on Friday evening, when all con tests and drawings will come to an end. A special invitation is extended to Free land people by Rev. Thos. Brehony to attend the fair on Friday evening. Persons who can not take ordinary pills find it a pleasure to take DeWitt's Little Early Risers. They are tho oest little pills ever made. Grovor's City drug store. Mrs. A. E. Lopeer, In the little town of Modelia, Minn., used Dr. Miles' Pain Pills and Nerve and Liver Pills and was well in a few days. MISCELLANEOUS ADVERTISEMENTS. WANTED.— Girl for generul hounework; good wages. Apply at. Cottage hotel. Xp LECTION NOTlCE.—Notice is hereby ±\i given that ar, the eleetion to be held on the third Tuesday in February, 1001, being the nineteenth day of the month, the following of til - Middle Coal Field Poor District are to be elected to wit: One person for director to serve three years from April J, 1901, whose residence must be in that part of the district known us the \\ eatherly or Middle district. One person for auditor to serve from April 1, 1901, whose residence inusr. ho in that portion of the district known as the Muuch Chunk or Lower district. 8. W. Gang were, 1 William 8. Lleb, >■ Wilson 8. Cttwybbll,) ROUND THE REGION Alderman John Lentes, one of Scran ton's committing magistrates, is on trial charged by the county commissioners with working the county for fees by sending in fraudulent cases, or what are known as discharge cases. This is the first of these cases to come up and it is being watched with interest. There are ton other aldermen to be placed on trial on the same charge. Mrs. Jacob Gluglar, the mother of three children, eloped with her boarder, Julius Ditz, from the family residence in Taylorville, Lackawanna county*. The runaways went to Brooklyn. After a time the woman began to long for her children and she telegraphed her hus band to forgive her. The husband did. Mrs. Gluglar started for home last night. Reports show a greatly increased death rate from throat and lung troubles, duo to the prevalence of croup, pneu monia and grippe. We advise the use of One Minute Cough Cure in all of these difficulties. It is tho only harmless remedy that gives immediate results. Children like it. Grover's City drug store. The body of John Casholla, of Honey Brook, was found in the reservoir at that place yesterday. The man had been drinking quite freely on Saturday, and it is supposed ho fell into the water while Intoxicated. Walter McAndrew, aged 21 years, of Mount Carmel, was instantly killed at tho Alaska shaft. Seated on a car he was driving his mules when a projecting rock struck his head and killed him in stantly. "I had grip three months; could not sleep; pain all over and headache very bad. Dr. Miles' Nervine, Pain Pills and Liver Pills made me well."—Mrs. E. C. Bowlby, Waterloo, Ind. Owing to the scarcity ot water in the Panther Creek valley ten out of the thirteen collieries of the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company are unable to work. Joseph Kepley, aged 15 years, and John MeCortuick tried to stop a bulldog fight at Pottsville. Kepley's face was nearly chewed ofT. Even if he recovers ho will be marked for life. McCorinick was badly bitten on tho arm. In tbe Eighth ward of the city of Wilkosbarre there are eight Independent candidates for alderman. For the weakness and prostration fol lowing grippe there is nothing so prompt and effective as One Minute Cough Cure. This preparation is highly endorsed as an unfailing remedy for all throat and lung troubles and its early uso prevents consumption. It was made to cure quickly. Orover's City drug store. Mrs. Mary Jane Hall, aged 88 years, was burned to death at VVllkesbarre yesterday while she was alone In her room, which Is attached to the house of her daughter, Mrs. Charles IvnilTen. Mrs. Ball was so lnlirm that she could not move. It Is believed that the stove In tbe room was upset In some manner. Prosecuting Attorney Charles L. De- Waele, who has passed tho three-score milestone, had a time with tbo grip; but when seen at Ills home in Roscommon, Mich., the other day, he said Dr. Miles' Norvine was what cured him. Fourteen-year-old Mary Ann Reaker, of Plymouth, was married yesterday, with the consent of her parents to Nicholas Burkhart, aged 27, of Wilkes barre. Before the marriage took place the groom signed an agreement not to claim bis bride until Christmas Day, 1903, when she will be 16 years old. Millions of people are familiar with DeWitt's Little Early Risers and those who use them find them to be famous little liver pills. Never gripe. Grover's City drug store. THEATRICAL. Miss Lorraine Mollis and her selected company will appear at the (irand opera house this eveniug in "Forget-Me-Not," and tomorrow evening In "CatnHle." Miss Hollls Is an actress who Is receiving praise from the press and public in every town she appears, and the theatre goers of this vicinity should not miss this opportunity to see hor. On Tuesday evening election returns from the borough and nearby townships will be announced from the stage be tween the acts. X X t "Hogan's Alloy" drew a fair-sized audience on Friday evening. The com pany gave a good show. x t t The great scenic drama, "Quo Vadis," will have Its lirst presentation In Free land on Monday evening of next woek. From current reports, the play is assur ed of a full house. PLEASURE. t February 20.—Cantata, entltlod "The World for Christ," at P. M. church, Fern street. Tickets, 15 cents. Among the victims of the grip epidemic now so provalont, F. Coyle Is now re covering at Canton, 0., by the usti of Dr. Miles' Norvtoe anfl Pills. LOCAL NOTES WRITTEN OP Short Items of Interest to All Readers. Happenings of the Past Two Days in and Around Freeland Recorded With out Waste of Words, . A sleighing party composed of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert YV. Fritz, Mrs. E. Hittinger, Miss Smitheor. Miss Kate Smithcor, Miss Sloat, Miss Shuhultz, Prof. Brent, Messrs. F. Smithcor, Grant Hittinger, R. Hittinger and George Hittinger, from Rock port, spent Friday evening at the home of Mrs. Ruth A. Dodson on \Y r alnut street. Tobacco of all kinds at Helper's. In court on Saturday William Ripple was appointed inspector of election in the First ward, to succeed James Wil liamson, who is a candidate for auditor, and Charles J. Gallagher was ap pointed to fill the same office in the Second ward, to succeed Michael Mi'frin, who lately removed to Drifton. Hot temperance drinks, at Helper's. A joint in the main steam pipe at the electric light plant blew out last evening and the machinery was compelled to cease running. Superintendent Myers and his forco made the necessary repairs as quickly as possiblo, and half an hour later the plant wa9 in operation again. Gentlemen, for hats and caps go to A. Oswald. He has a nice variety. Tomorrow is election day. Many Im portant offices are to bo filled in the borough and surrounding townships. Every good citizen should go to his poll and cast his ballot in the interest of good government. Liko bad dollars, all counterfeits of DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve are worth less. The original quickly cure piles, sores and all skin diseases. Grover's City drug store. The will of the late Hon. John Leis enring, of Upper Lehigh, has been probated in Wilkesbarre. The estate is valued at a few thousands over the million mark and all is left to his wife, who is named executrix. Dr. W. P. O. Thomason and Miss Nellie O'Donnell will be married at the home of the bride's parents on Washing ton street tomorrow. The ceremony will be porformed by Rev. M. J. Falllbeo. "After suffering for two months from a severe attack of grip I found quick re lief and a lasting cure by using Dr. Miles' Nervine, Pain Pills and Heart Cure."—Harry Abbott, Cincinnati, Ohio. The members of Mt. Horeb Lodge, Odd Fellows, held a banquet at the resi dence of Charles Dusheck on Friday evening. Now applicants for liquor licenses, with their attorneys and witnesses, are at the county seat today. "Failing to find relief from the grip with old methods, I took Dr. Miles' Pain Pills, Nervine and Nerve and Liver Pills and was permanently cured."— Gust. Egan, Jackson, Mich. Henry Troell, an aged man residing on Walnut streot, has been taken to Laurytown asylum. His mind became somewhat unbalanced through illness. J. S. Wcntz has been elected president ; of the Upper Lehigh Coal Company to succeed the late Hon. John Leisenring. Mr. Wentz is the operator of the Ilazle Brook and Silver Brook collieries. "Grip made me very weak and nerv r OU9 with tightness of chest and head ache. Dr. Miles' Pain Pills and Nervine gave me quick relief."—Mrs. C'larinda Butler, W. Wheeling, O. Peter Riley, formerly of Drifton and Weatherly, traveling machinist for the Vulcan Iron Works, of Wllkesbarro, left on Monday for British Columbia to place machinery in position. Mr. Riley be comes superintendent of the Vulcan Works in Tamaquaon April I.—Weather ly Herald. George J. Flannery was relieved of the awful pains in his head in fifteen minutes by the use of Dr. Miles' Pain Pills. Now he Is rapidly recovering at his homo in Buffalo, N. Y. Mr. Pugh, who sevoral weeks ago left for Europe to close up a large soft coal deal, has returned and is again located at the Central hotel. Mr. Pugh was successful in his mission. He will on Tuesday evening take unto himself a bride in the person of Miss Naomi Phillips, one of Freuland's most promi nent young ladies.—llazleton Standard. :p:Ri:isrTx:rsrGi [feme at tire Trtbunu Ofliaw. TBI-WEEKLY and TTp-tc-IDate Come In and See Them. Phila. One-Price Clothing House. S. SEN IE, PHOP. Birkbeck Brick, Freeland, Pa. £MIAS. ORION STROH, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW and NOTARY PUBLIC. Office: Ituoms land 2, Blrkbcck Urick, Freeland JOUN M. CAHU, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. All legal business promptly attended. Postoffice Building, ... Freeland. G EOROE MCLAUGHLIN, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Legal Business of Any Description. Brcnnan's Building, So. Centro St. Freeland. J. O'DONNELL, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Campbell Building, ... Freeland. White Haven Office, Kane Building. Opposite Postoffice; Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays. JOIIN J. McBREARTY, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Legal Business of every description. Fire Insurance, and Conveyancing given prompt attention. McMouamin Building,South Centre Street. JJR. N. MALEY, DENTIST. OVEK BIBKBECK'S STOItE, Second Floor, . Birkbeck Brick jyjRS. S. E. UAYES, FIRE INSURANCE AGENT. Washington Street. None but reliable companies represented. Also agent for the celebrated high-grade Pianos of Haselton Bros., New York city. TJR. S. S. HESS, DENTIST. 37 South Centro Street. Second Floor Front, - Itofowich Building. <~pHOS. A. BUCKLEY, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. All business given prompt attention. Tribune Building, . . Main Street Geo. H. Hartman, Meats and Green Track, Fresh Lard a Specialty. Centre Street, near Central Hotel. T. CArtiPBELL, dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries, Boots and Shoes. Also PURE WINES Is LIQUORS FOR FAMILY AND MEDICINAL PURPOSES. Centre and Main streets, Freeland. P. F. McNULTY, FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER. F.inbalmin# of female corpses performed exclusively by Mrs. P. F. McNulty. PREPARED TO ATTEND CALLS DAY OR NIGHT. South Centro street, Freeland. OUEKY'S Groceries, Provisions, Green Truck, Dry Goods and Notions are among the finest sold in Freeland. Send a sam ple order and try them. E. J, Curry, South Centre Street.
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