FREELAND TRIBUNE. VOL. XIII. NO. 120. We Have The Mitchell Hat $ 2 Named in Honor of the Great Leader. They Are the Best $2 Hats in the Market. Made by Union Labor. Refowich's Wear Well Clothing and, Shoe House, Freeland. Pretty Lines of Sprint? Shoes for Ladies, Gents and Children. + o ■. 8 w | ill | Watches from $1 to S4O, I BUTTERWICKS M Cor. Front and Centre Streets. M Sheet Music at Cut-Ruto Prices. *s* •{ AMANDUS OSWALD, dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries and Provisions. FRESH ROLL BUTTER AND EGGS A celebrated brand of XX dour always iu stock. Latest Hats and Caps. All kinds of household utensils. ff.W (lor (7*ntre and Front St.. FrMlanti T. CAMPBELL, dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries, Boots and Shoes. Also PURE WINES £ LIQUORS FOR FAMILY AMD MKDWTNAL PUR PORKS Centre and Main streets, Froeland > CTJRBY'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 If you want the best, you musl wear the Gold Seal Gum Boot. Sold at the ST-A.13 SHOE: stoee. Corner Centre and I HQjjil Halloy, PrOp. Wolnut Streets. FREELAND, PA., WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 1901. ROUND THE REGION. President John Mitchell, of the United Mine Workers, has sworn out a warrant for the arrest of Richard Little, editor of the Scrantonian, a newspaper of Scranton, on the charge of criminal libel. Articles that appeared In the issues of the paper of March 2i and 31 are cited. Ex-Mine Inspector T. D. Jones, of Hazleton, superintendent of the Mill Creek Coal Company, has resigned his superintendence and is succeeded by his son, Elmer Jones. The latter is a grad uate of Columbia School of Mining and Is said to bo a promising young man in mining circles. The single lasers of Luzerne county took much interest iu the election of a mayor of Cleveland, and were well pleased yesterday morning to learn that Tom L. Johnson, the noted defender of Henry Georgo's theories, had won the fight, notwithstanding the heavy odds against him. The Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company will, until further notice, run its eolliories but three days per week. Tho reason for this course Is that the company, anticipating a strike stored a vast quantity of coal. Similar notices were posted at all the mines of the Delaware and Hudson Company. "I have been troubled with Indiges tion for ton years, have tried many things anti spent much money to no pur pose until 1 tried Ivodol Dyspepsia Cure. I have taken two bottles and gotten more relief from them than all other medicines taken. I feel more like a bov than I have felt in twenty years."— Vntlerson Riggs, of Sunny Lane. Texas Thousands have testified as did Mr. Riggs. Grover's City drug store. Daniel Longenberger, agml 85 years, a furtner resident of Nuremberg, was found dead in the bushes in the Cata wlssa valley yesterday. Tho old man was demented and in the habit of wand ering aimlessly about. lie left his home on March 20. Judge Bechtel, of Pottsville, has granted Mrs. Robert W. Taylor a divorce from her husband, who was convicted of attempting to poison her, and against whom there is still pending a charge that ho murdered his step daughter. Elsie Myers, by poisoning her. Now Mrs. Taylor will be used as the star witness at the trial. "I had piles so bad I could get no rest nor find a cure until I tried De- Witt's Witch Hazel Salve. After using it once. I forgot I ever had anything like piles."—E. C. Boice, Bomers Point, N. Y. Look out for imitations. Be sure you ask fur DeWltt's. Grover's City drug store. James I. Biakslee, Sr., for many years a superintendent of the Lehigh Valloy Railroad, Is dead at Mauch Chunk, aged SB years. Mr. Biakslee assisted in the construction of the Lehigh Valloy Rail road and conductod the first coal train ever run over the road. Mrs. Frank Pardee, wife of the Hazlo ton coal operator, died Monday evening. She had been a sufferer from pulmonary and heart trouble for many months. A husband, two daughters and two sons survive. The alTalrs of the Schuylkill Plush Company, which went Into the hands of receivers last week, have been trans ferred to the bankruptcy court, which meets at Philadelphia on the I3th inst. PLEASURE. April B.—Hall of St. Patrick's cornet band at Valines' opera bouse. Admis sion, 50 cents. # >1 ISCKI.I.ANKOI7B ADVEKTISKMKNTB. *l. JS^ 50 * 1 0 Mirk beck street. $1,600 for the John Duskeck property, 50x150 feet, on North Washington street. $1,500 for the 'hnrles Shiffer property, 70x150 fe*t, ou W,. 8 l Walnut street. For particulars apply to C. O. Stroh. .SALE CHEAP.—Three fresh cows; can i be iP'-n on farm In East Foster. Apply tb Charles DuiheVk, on fanu or at Fretslaua. AUDIT NOT ACCEPTABLE Annaal Statement Rejected by Borough Council. Exoneration List of an Ex- Tax Collector Has a Sus picious Appearance—Light Service Unsatisfactory. With the nine Democratic members present and the throe Republican mem bers absent, the annual financial state ment of Freoland, as preparnd by the borough auditors, was presented to council on Monday evening. After it was read some of the observing couueil tnon began to make inquiries, and when the members had finished their investi gations there were few people present who were not satisfied that the report needs further explanations from some of the recently retired councilman be fore it should be accepted by the people's representatives. As an illustration, the book contain ing tbo exonerations granted by the former council to ex-Collector Kline was produced. Two pages supposed to con tain names of persons exonerated are missing from the book and no explana tion of the matter could be obtained. The charges that the same persona have been twice exonerated and that persons who paid their taxes are on the list of exonerations were freely made. The statement was returned to the auditors, and it appears that some of the mysterious work performed by ex offico holders in Frceland is about to be laid bare. The light committee reported upon in formation furnished by the new police officers that fifty-five of the street lights were out during the portion of the month they wire on duty. This was deemed sufficient cause to hold up the Light Company's bill of $'..>73 30 for last month. The Water Company's bill of $217.50 was also referred to the commit tee for investigation. The ordinance pass# I some years ago taxing poles, wires, water mains, etc., which has been sleeping peacefully on the borough books, was called for by the light committee, and more will likely be heard of this in the future. The following bills wore ordered paid: Joseph JiirUbeck, repairs, 75c; M. M. O'Boylc, repairs, $1.65; Asa Rule, test ing lire alarm, $7.50; T. A. Buckley, coal, sl4; ex-Street Commissioner John G. Davis, labor, $8.20. A bill of S6O from Health Officer Ward was referred to the solicitor. btreei Commissioner Shovlin reportod work on streets to the amount of $67.48. Chief of I'olice O'Douneil reported $7.75 due borough, $5.30 due magistrates, sl4 50 due special pwlice, $40.50 due each of the regular police. Janitor O'Donnell's report was approv ed and salary and feeding prisoners, $32.05, ordered paid. The treasurer reported a balance of $444.17. A communication from Attorney Stroh, representing Charles ShilTor, of liirvauton, requested an adjustment of damages resulting from the change of grade on Waluut street. Referred to solicitor. The resignation of Hugh Malloy as president of the Board of Health was accepted. The police committee roportod having selected the following special ofiicers; Joseph Murrin, Peter Schnoe, Patrick McFadden and Charles Durange. The fire and water committee report ed that the wire, etc., at the Fourth ward building had cost $121.63. They were ordered to get that amount for it. The lost order and duplicate for sl, Is sued to S. Woodring, was ordered re placed by a second duplicate. A committee on now ordinances, con sisting of Messrs. McNeils, McLaughlin aud llincer, was appointed. The finance committee was instructed to confer with the solicitor regarding money due the borough on account of annexation of South llobertou. A committee from the Citizens' Hose Company asked for the $41.06 in the borough treasury, due them as money received from foreign insurance com panies, an appropriation of SIOO and the privlege of the Pupllc park for a picnic on July 4. The $ll.OO was ordered turn ed over to the company and tho use of the park granted. Inviting Trouble. Superintendents Smith and Ivudlick and a few other petty officials at Drif ton have began a crusade against the United Miuo Workers. For two months past they have been issuing all kinds of Obnoxious Orders and regulations whicb they calculated would bring on a strike by tbo miners in their employ, but the workers have refused to play into their hands, even when the orders heavily restricted their earning ability. Aggravated, apparently, by the miners' refusal to strike, an order was issued on Monday at Oneida colliery which com pels the employes to report before 6 a. m. daily if they wish to bo hoisted down the slope. All who come after that hour must walk down a dangerous 650-foot manway which pitches 60 de j groes. The miners refused to comply with tills order, and on Monday evening the colliery was closed down by the company and has since remained idle. AUefforts of tho employes to secure a conference with tho superintendents have been repulsed at Drifton, notwith standing the fact that the notice posted two weeks ago by Coxe Bros. Sc. Co. stated explicitly that grievances of em ployes would be promptly considered. Deaths and Funerals. Mrs. Richard Bruanlngsen died yes terday at her home in the Third ward. She was aged 38 years and Is survived by a husband and two children. The fun eral will take place at 2 o'clock on Fri day. Services will be conducted at St. Luke's church and the Interment made in Freoland cemetery. Joseph, the six-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Slattery, died yes terday morning and will be buried tomorrow afternoon at St. Ann's ceme tery. Tho remains of James Edgar were buried this afternoon at Froeland ceme tery. The funeral was attended by a large number of tho old veteran's com rades and friends. Services were con ducted at his late home. The funeral of tho lato Jacob Wolfe will take place tomorrow afternoon from the home of his sister, Mrs. William Ranch, on Chestnut street. Services will be conducted by Rev. Kerschner at St. John's Reformed church and the interment will be made in Freeland cemetery. False Alarm This Morning. A short blast, followed by long and continual blowing of tlie firo alarm whistle, aroused the people of Freeland and surrounding towns this morning. While many were satisfied that it was not sounded for fire, since it gave none of the regular signals, few were content to remain in their homes with the wind blowing a gale outside, aud a rush from all sections of town was made for tho (ire house. Before the hose and other equipment was taken out it was learned that the cause of the alarm being sounded was due to a wire breaking, the heavy fall of snow and the wind snapping it ofT and throwing it across an electric wire. For awhile a great ileal of excitement was visible, but everybody was rejoiced that tho town was spared from fire today. Poor Directors Organize. The Middle Coal Field District Poor Directors rant In Laury town on Monday and reorganized by electing William Doib, president; J. C. Tosh, secretary; Dr. Long, physician, and VV. G. Thomas, attorney. Mr. Leib had a candidate for treasurer in the person of John McGoehan, of the Markle Hanking and Trust Company, but the other directors objocted to tho creation of this office and the matter is temporarily held up. Director VV. S. Campbell was elected purchasing agent, a position just created. Population Increasing. Sons have boon born to Mr. and Mrs. John F. Gallagher, West Walnut street, and Mr. and Mrs. John J. Welsh, Adams street. The arrival of a son at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Krause, Front street, was welcomed on Saturday. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Salmon, Main street, on Monday. A son was born last night to Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Sotzer, Main street. Masons Celebrate. The members of Arbutus Lodgo, No. 711, F. & A. M., celebrated the anniver sary of the institution of the organiza tion at the Central hotel last evening. The celebration consisted of addresses by several prominent Masons, also a banquet. In addition to the members of the local lodge, there were present members of the fraternity from Hazle ton, White Haven and Wllkcsbarre. Services Every Evening. Revival services are being conducted every evening at the Holiness Christian Association church on North Centre street by Rev. F. Weiss, of Mt. Carmel. The services began on Sunday evening and will continue until further notice. Thej commence at 730 o'clock and are attracting a great deal of attention from the church-going- people of tdwu. LOCAL NOTES WRITTEN UP Short Items of Interest to All Readers. Happenings of the Past Two Days in and Around Freeland Recorded With out Waste of Words. Upwards of fifty Freoland people were at Wilkesbarro yesterday to testify before the grand jury In cases from this vicinity. The jury hoard several wit nesses in the Dotuorio murder caso and a true bill will be returned against Nich olas Capece. The directors of the Mining and Me chanical Institute mot Monday evening and formally decided to accept the lots south of tho Lehigh Valley Railroad depot as a site for their new building. The bill introduced by Representative Drum, compelling operators to pay by weight for all coal mined, passed the house of representatives finaly yester day. Tho bill has the endorsement of tho United Mine Workers. Ice cold soda at Helper's. The newly elected officers of Mt. Ilorob Lodge of Odd Fellows will be In stalled tomorrow at their rooms In the P. O. S. of A. building by District Deputy J. W. Scott, of Ilazleton. Tho funeral of Daniel Boyle, a prominent resident of McAdoo who was killed in the mines on Monday, took place this morning and was attonded by several Freeland people. Gontlomon, for hats and caps go to A. Oswald. He has a nice variety. M. Ivancho has taken possession of the saloon on South Centre street con ducted heretofore by Peter Shambora. John Kushnerik has accepted a position there as bartender. Jacob Faulk, of Wilkesbarre, is |a guest at tho Neußurger residence. William F. Ward and William O'Don noll are slowly recovering from their severe illness. Easter baskets and novelties—Keipor's Rev. W. W. nartman has tendered his resignation as pastor of Park M. E. church. John Stahl, of tho United States marine corps, is spending a furlough at his home on South Centre street. Victor A. Oswald is home from Broad Street Conservatory of Music, Philadel phia, to spend Easter with his parents. If Julius Duslieck will call at Krause's restaurant on Front street, Saturday evening, he can bo accommodated if he wishes to tie a shooting match for the championship of Freeland. Controller Joseph Lloyd and Recorder Loo Holcomb wore in town last evening attending the anniversary celebration of the Masonic lodge. Miss Maine Shearon, of Wllkesbarre, Is spending the week with Eckley and Freeland friends. Mrs. Annie Ewing and family, of Brooklyn, are visiting the former's mother, Mrs. David Lloyd, ou North Centre street. Big Show of the Season. Iu "Old Arkansaw," the greatest scenic production ot the age, every piece of scenery used is carried by the company. A marvelous array of dra matic talent, combined with tho efforts of famous artists and accomplished In ventors, together with the strong and impressive story of this remarkable play, lias resulted in the most original and successful scenic drama of modern times. Sadie Raymond, VVillard Dash lell and every other member of this great company Is an artist of reputation and undisputed merit, every line tho re sult of careful thought and study, every detail perfect, every feature pleasing. The production Is justly called the big show ot the season. At the Grand opera house tonight. Stormy Weather. An old-fashioned "Way Down East" snow storm greeted Freeland people when they arose from their beds today. Coming, as it did, without a word of warning from tho weather man or any otliersource, it naturally occasioned sur prise. For the past week or more the signs of spring were abundant, and house cleaning, brush fires, blue birds and other evidence that winter had de parted were to be seen on every side. Had the storm come on Monday morn ing it would have been accepted as an April fool joke, but those who staked their reputation by prophealzlng that we had seen the last bt WlnWr fi6 not tfdn' slder It a joke. TRKWEEKLY Read About Our Composition Contest for School Children. Fourth Column of Fourth Page. Phila. One-Price Clothing House. 8. BENIE, PHOP. Birkbeck Brick, Freeland, Pa. ORION STROH, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW aud NOTARY PUBLIC. Officer Rooms land 3, Birkbeck Brick, Freeland JOHN M. CARR, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW, All legal business promptly attended. Postofflce Building, - Freeland. MCLAUGHLIN, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Legal Business of Any Description. Brennan's Building, So. Centre St. Freeland. R. J. O'DONNELL, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Campbell Building, - Freeland, DS , P®tn en Q® oe ' Kane Building, Opposite 1 oetoflice; luesduys, Thursday-s. Saturday:). JOHN J. McBREARTY, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Legal Business of every description. Fire Insurance, and Conveyancing given nroitint attention. H H McMenamin Building, South Centre Street. j~) R - N. MALEY, DENTIST. OVER BIItKBECK'S STORE, Second Floor, ■ . Birkbeck Brick jyjRS. S. E. HAYES, FIRE INSURANCE AGENT. Washington Street. None but reliable companies represented JJR. S. S HESS, DENTIST. 87 South Centre Street. Seoond Floor Front, - Itcfowich Building. A. BUCKLEY, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. AU, business given prompt attention. Tribune Building, ■ . M a i n street Wm. Wehrman, ~W~ atclnnalcer. On and after April 1 Next to Neußurger's Store. Geo. H. Hartman, Meats and Green Truck. Fresh Lard a Specialty. Centre Street, near Central Hotel. DePIERRO - EROS. CAPE. Corner of Centre and Front Streets. Gibson, Dougherty, Knufor Club, Rosenblatt's Velvet, ot which we h .ve EXCLUSIVE SALE IX TOWN. Mumm's Extra Dry Champagne, Hennessy Brandy, Blackberry, Gins, Wines, Clarets, Cordials, Etc. Ham and Schweitzer Cheese Sandwiches, Sardines, Ktc. MEALS AT - ALL - HOURS. Easter Eggs and Novelties at Laubach's. CASTOR! A For Infants and Children. The Kind You Have Always Bought
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