F REEL AND TRIBUNE.
VOL. XIV. NO. 126.
MUST BE SEEN
The sls Suits
which we are selling
For $lO
Prettiest Suits in Town.
Refowicli'sWearWel
Clothing and Shoe House,
REFOWICH BUILDING, FREELAND.
LarKe Stock of Spring Shoes.
T. CAMPBELLT
dealer in
Dry Goods, Groceries/
Boots and Shoes.
Also
PURE WINES I LIQUORS
FOR FAMILY
AND MEDICINAL PURPOSES.
Centre and Main streets, Freeland.
CURRY'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, Sooth Centre Street.
LAUBACH'S VIENNA BAKERY.
B. C. LAU3ACH, Prop.
Choice Rread of All Kinds, Cakes, and Pas
try, Daily. Fancy and Novelty Cakes liaked
to Order.
COHIIIIIY ® ICE [Bill
supplied to balls, parties or picnics, with
all necessary adjuncts, at shortest
notice and fairest prices.
Delivery and supply wagons to all parts oj
town and surroundings every day.
Geo. H. Hartman,
Heats and Green Tinck.
Fresh Lard a Specially.
Centre Street, near Central Hotel.
j&.. OS"\7s7"-A-HjID,
deader in
Dry Goods, Notions,
Groceries and Provisions.
FRESH ROLL AND
Creamery Butter Always in Stock.
Minnesota's Best
Patent Flour A Specialty.
EVERY ARTICLE GUARANTEED.
N. W. Cor. Centre and Front Sts., Freeland.
Shoes for
Spring Wear
We have them in all sizes,
all styles, all qualities, all
prices, for
Men, Women,
Youths and
Children.
Our spring assortment is
one of the most complete
we have ever placed on
sale. As we sell nothing
but shoes, we give you the
benefit of our vast experi
ence and assure you full
value for every cent paid
for our goods. Let us fit
you with this season's foot
wear.
STAR SHOE STORE,
HUGH MALLOT, PROP.,
Qentro and Walnut Streets
HIBERNIANS'
NIGHT OUT
Successful Affair Conducted
by the A. 0. H.
Members of Divisions 6 and
19 and Their Lady Friends
Enjoy aßanquetand Dance
Last Evening.
The most successful affair yet con
ducted by the Ancient Order of Hiber
nian* of Freeland took place last even
ing. when the banquet and dance under
the auspice* of the members of Divisions
6 and 19 was held. Accompanied by
their wlve9 and lady friends, the mem
bers assembled at Krell's hall betweeu
8 and 9 o'clock. St. Ann's band enter
tained the assemblage until 9.15, when
the grand march was formed, led by
State Secretary John P. Gibbons, of
Hudson, and Miss Mary Ellen Carr, of
Highland.
At the conclusion of the inarch, in
which over 200 couples participated, the
announcement was made that Mrs.
DeFoy, proprietress of the Osborne
hotel, was ready to accommodate 250
people at the banquet tables, and this
number departed and enjoyed the sumpt
uous supper prepared for the occasion.
An hour later a number almost as
large as before was served, and at both
sittings the tables were surrounded by
as jolly a crowd of people as wore ever
gathered together in Freeland.
The banquet room was prettily dec
orated and profusely lighted. The
tables bore an inviting aspect and were
loaded with the very finest of the sea
son's delicacies. Notwithstanding the
large nurnberof people present the corps
of attendants gave admirable service.
The guests of the evening were Mr.
Gibbons, the state secretary, and Rev.
M. J. Fallihoe, of town, and Rev. Wil
liam O'Hara, of Eckley. County Presi
dent E. J. Moore, Esq., was unavoidably
abseut by being detained with a court
case, and Rev. John L. Moore was sum
moned yestorday to the bedside of his
mother iu Ashland.
At Krell's hall the stars and stripes
were l&stofully arranged with the green
and gold of Ireland, and the whole gave
the building an artistic appearance.
Above the stage the Gaelic words,
"Cead Milla Faultha" (A Hundred
Thousand Welcomes), greeted each
comer, and with the beautiful silk ban
ners and flags of the divisions the
dancers enjoyed themselves amid sur
roundings which left no room for im
provement.
During the Intermission President
John F. Shovlln, of Division 19, intro
duced State Secretary Gibbons, who
gave an entertaining address en the
origin, history and principles of the or
ganization, and congratulated the Free
land members, on behalf of the state
officers, on their success.
The singing of "The Manchester
Martyrs" and "Mavoorneen" by Patrick
Heeney and "The Hanks of the Lee" by
W. J. Hoy 1 o followed the address.
Further amusement was given by the
dancing of an eight-hand Irish reel,
which was enthusiastically applauded.
The regular dance program was ro
sumed after the intermission and con
tinued until 3 a. m., when all departed
for their homes, well pleased with the
first Hibernian night that Freeland has
been given.
Applying for a Rehearing.
The friends of Thomas Harcur, who
was convicted in Schuylkill county
courts on the charge of participating in
the conflict between mine strikers and
deputized coal and iron police, at
Oneida, on October 10, 1900, have ap
plied for a rehearing before the State
Hoard of Pardons. The board will like
ly meet next Wednesday, when the ap
plication will bo considered by the
members.
Harcur is confined in Schuylkill
prison, serving the sentence imposed on
him by the court. The reports from
the institution indicate that his health
is badly broken and that ho is Hearing
his end. Unless the Pardon Hoard takes
favorable action lie is likely to die. His
friends have determined to make a
final effort to obtain his release, and
will place before the board evidence of
his physical condition.
The man's family resides at Oneida
yet, and it Is said the wife and four j
children are in very poor circumstances. '
Neighbors and the United Mine Work
ers have contributed to their support
since Harcur was taken to jail, but this j
is not a satisfactory living to any family j
and the Harcurs pine for their natural
provider, wht), If given his freedom, will
be able tb regain his health and give
FREELAND, PA., FRIDAY, APRIL IS, 1902.
them the support they should have.
The case is one which deserves favor
able consideration at tho hands of the
pardoning power of the state, and the
charitably inclined of our readers can
give aid to a worthy cause by petition
ing the board, individually or collective
ly, to grant the pardon of Harcur.
Justice has been fully satisfied in this
man's case, whose only crime was that
he would not betray his fellew-workers,
even when his own life was placed in
jeopardy.
Operators Invite Trouble.
The following notice was posted yes
terday at Drifton collieries and is occa
sioning much comment among the mine
employes at that place:
Mining Office, Drifton,
April 16, 1902.
Notice to Ail Employes of the Mining
Department:
It has lately occurred that men who
did not understand their checks, or
Intend to make a claim for supposed
error, made an organization their
spokesman—generally a society does
not know anything about their case,
and notice is hereby given that any
claim must be made through the mine
foreman in charge, or at the mining
office.
1 shall disregard any claims made
otherwise. Edgar Kudlick,
Mining Engineer.
Markle & Co.'s employes will meet
tonight at Jeddo to consider several
grievances which are said to exist in
tho collieries of that firm. It is alleged
that the officials have persistently ig
nored all efforts to settle tho matters in
dispute and that tho trouble has now
reached a point which demands action.
To the Last Resting Place.
The funeral of Mrs. William Russell,
whose death was announced in Wed
nesday's Tribune, will take place at
2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon from iter
residence in Eckley. Services will be
conducted at tho house and at Eckley
Reformed church by Rev. J. H. Kersch
ner, of town, after which the remains
will be interred at Eckley cemetexy.
The remains of the late William Mc-
Tague, of Drifton, were followed to St.
Ann's church yesterday morning by a
very large number of friends and ac
quaintances, and at the conclusion of
the requiem mass read by Father Mo.ore
the interment was made at St. Ann's
cemetery.
At 9 o'clock this morning the remains
of the late Patrick Furey were taken to
St. Ann's church from the family home j
on South Centre street. The funeral
and requiem mass was attended by large
numbers of the young man's friends.
Republican Primaries.
Tho Republicans of the Fourth legis
lative district will elect delegates at
each poll tomorrow afternoon to attend
the district convention at Hazleton on
Monday. Tho delegates will nominate
tho legislative candidate of tho party
and will also select two delegates and
two alternates to the Republican state
convention.
In view of the Elkin-Quay split much
interest Is attached to tho convention,
as both sides are anxious to secure the
district's delegates.
In Freeland a bitter fight Is being
waged by the factious of the party and
the result of the voting here will not be
known until the ballots are counted. In
some wards as high as six candidates for
delegate to the convention are soliciting
support.
Determined Truant Officer.
The truant officer of Nanticoke, P. J.
Fisher, is a determined official and he
means to have tho law obeyed to the let
ter even if ho is compelled to fill the
county prison with heads of families
who refuse to comply with its provisions.
Mr. Fisher has had trouble with two or
throe citizens of that place owing to
their neglect in keeping thoir children
in school. •
Fisher swore out a warrant for the
arrest of August Deya on the charge of
disregarding the law by keeping his
child from school. Deya was taken be
fore Justice Robbins and was fined $2
and costs. He refused to obey and was
sentenced to two days in the county pris
on. He was taken to Wilkesbarre and
lodged behind the liars.
Buck Mountain Visitors.
Mrs. James McGinty and Miss Rose
Gillespie enjoyed a drive to Buck
Mountain yesterday.
Jame9 E. Griffith was at Buck Moun
tain yesterday.
Condy O. Boyle and T. P. McAndrews
made a business trip to Buck Mountain
yesterday.
Bernard Miles was run over and in
stantly killed by the Black Diamond
express at Lohighton. Miles was aged
16 years, was an orphan and recently
arrived from the South. Ho had no
friends at Leblghtbn.
ROUND THE REGION.
According to the statement of the
Easton organizations of the railroad
employes there is likely to bo trouble
on the Jersey Central road in a short
time unless existing differences are
speedily adjusted. The telegraphers say
there has been a very plain attempt
made to drive the Central members from
the brotherhood. If this is continued or
if further steps are taken in any direc
tion against the organization, so It is stat
ed, the matter will be taken up by the
federated brotherhoods, and one of the
most serious strikes ever seen in the Le
high valley will be the result.
The members of the Ilazletou Driv
ing Association have decided to make
many improvements at their Mt. Laurel
Driving Park and from present indica
tions there will be racing there this
season. They have a number of fast
horses and, with others from the lower
end and many from the upper end, they
expect to be able to giyo a three-day
meeting some time during the season.
A few days ago the Jersey Central
telegraph stations at Ashley, White
Haven, Hothlehem, High Hridge and
Jersey City were changed to dispatchers'
offices. The men in charge were then
notified that dispatchers were not sup
posed to bo union men. John Nelligan,
chairman of the grievance committee,
applied for leave of absence to lay the
matter before the road officials and he
was discharged. Trouble may follow.
The places of half the striking minors
at the Jersey colliery wore filled with
forty emergency jnon collected by the
Dolavvare. Lackawanna and West
ern Company between Wilkes
barre and Seranton and they were able
to check the progress of the lire toward
the Avondale colliery. By doing extra
work they will, It is expected, be able to j
save the mine.
Nanticoke Clerks' Association has
adopted a novel method of promoting
the custom of having the people ask for
union cards when purchasing. Each
clerk, when asked, will give the pur
chaser a ticket, and the association will
give to the one holding the largest num
ber of tickets within a month a dining
room suite.
Charles E. Straw, of Wilkesbarrs. and
Miss Cala E. Brundage, daughter of Dr.
F. M. Brundage. United States consul
at Alx La Chapelle. were married Wed
nesday evening at the homo of the bride,
in Conyngham. The wedding was a
quiet one, only a few near relatives and
close friends being present.
The remains of Patrick Curly, a Le
high Valley section foreman, were found
on the tracks near Sugar Notch yester
day morning. He was evidently killed
during the night Deceased is survived
by his wife, six sons and three daugh
ters. The funeral took place this morn
ing at White Haven.
John Jermyn, the millionaire coal
operator of Seranton, who is dangerous
ly ill at Pasadena, Cal., will be brought
home if possible. The physicians an
nounce that the climate of California
disagrees with him and that the only
hope of prolonging his existence lies In
removal from that state.
James Fordbam, who was the solo
survivor of Battery F, Third Penn
sylvania Heavy Artillery, and who
while a non-commissioned officer, had
charge of the men who guarded Jefferson
Davis when he was a prisoner of war,
died at l'ittston yesterday, aged 70 years
John Duke and Peter Bickert died
yesterday from smallpox at Mt. Cartnel.
The Board of Health has issued orders
to close schools, churches and places of
public gatherings at once, and saloon
keepers were warned to discontinue all
loafing in their places of business.
A. Oswald has the agency for the cele
brated Elysian's extracts and perfumery.
The finest goods made. Try them.
Walter Strack, a Hazleton youth,
while playing ball fell and fractured his
skull. Yesterday morning ho died from
his injuries.
Because of the rise of water In the
slope, the operation of Morea colliery,
near Mahanoy City, has been suspended
indefinitely.
DRIFTON.
Miss Sarah Ilohrbach tendered a
party to a number of invited guests on
Wednesday evening, in honor of her
birthday anniversary.
William Jonts has resigned his posi
tion as butcher at Drifton and will go
farming near White Haven.
Mrs. Jaiues M. Reagan entertained
her Sunday school class at her home on
Wednesday evauing.
The brtaker boys at their meeting on
Wednesday evening received the union
buttons and are wearing the same on
their working bats.
There will be a regular meeting of the
St. Ann's Caclttts on Sunday morning.
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.
Mrs. Peter J. Clark, of Wilkesbarre,
died on Wednesday night from a com
plication of diseases. She is survived by
her husband, two sons, one daughter,
seven sisters and three brothers, among
the latter being Joseph P. McDonald, of
Freeland. Mrs. Clark was a resident of
Eckley several years ago.
Tickets for the lecture on "My Own
Country," to be delivered by lion. John
G. Wool ley at the Grand opera house on
the evening of the 26th Inst., are selling
rapidly, and the noted orator will un
doubtedly be greeted by a large audi
ence.
In a game of ball played at Middle
town, Conn., this week, Charles Me-
Geehan, of Drifton, pitched for Holy
Cross college club and won his game by
a score of 9 to 1. His opponents ob
tained only three hits in the nine
innings.
The time given for presenting pro
posals for tiie leasing of tlie Grand opera
house building will expire tomorrow
evening. The Young Men's Corps will
meet on Sunday and take action on the,
bids.
Taylors Minstrels, a Hazleton organi
zation which can give a lirst-class per
formance, has been secured by the Good
Wills Club to appear here the early part
of next month.
J. K. Ross, president of the Freeland
Electric Light, Heat and Power Com
pany, spent last evening in town con
ferring with the light committee of
council.
Sparks from a passing engine set fire
on Wednesday to Sandy Run breakor,
but prompt action on the part of the
employes prevented the blaze from ob
taining headway.
A meeting of the ladies who desire to
join the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Knights
of the Mystic Chain will be held at the
Osborne hotel on Tuesday evening.
Harvey E. Hoffman, of town, princi
pal of Foster schools, will deliver an ad
dress at the P. O. S. of A. reunion at
Nuremberg tomorrow evening.
Handsome monuments aio being plac
ed in Freeland cemetery over the graves
of John Wagner, of Drifton, and Levi
Harris, of Ilazle Brook.
Ice cream at Merkt's.
Frank Clauser and Miss Constantina
Lcppo were married yesterday at St.
Anthony's Italian Catholic church by
Rev. Lougo.
A hop will be conducted by the Good
Wills Athletic Association at Krell's
hall tomorrow evening. Music will be
furnished by St. Ann's band.
Miss Hattie Roth lias accepted a posi
tion in Laubach's store, succeeding Miss
Martha Laubach, who lias returned to
her home at Fairmount Springs.
Mrs. James McGinty and John McGlll,
of Wilkesbarre, were in town yesterday
in attendance at the funeral of tho late
William McTague.
David Gray, employed as a harness
maker in Wise's saddlery, has resigned
and returned to his home at Orangevillo.
The pupils of the High school held an
enjoyable social in tho Daniel Coxe
building on Wednesday evening.
Undertaker 11. M. Breslln has added a
handsome team of black horses to his
equipment.
A. Goeppert was notified yesterday of
tho death of his brother-in-law, Jacob
Swetzer. at Brooklyn.
Miss Clara Jones has accepted a posi
tion as book-keeper in Brueningsen's
store.
The road from Freeland to St. Ann's
church is being repaired by the Tax
Payers' Association's force of men.
Y. M. C. A.
Rev. Mr. Russell, of Hazleton. will
address tho people at 3.45 o'clock Y. M.
C. A. devotional meeting on Sunday,
Let all try to be present. The new
piano which Prof. May berry has placed
in the rooms will be used.
Extensive improvements are being
made to tlie association grounds.
Hoys' club bible class meets tomorrow
afternoon.
On Wednesday evening a special invi
tation is extended to all msmbers of the
Glee Club tb meet at the rooms.
TK I- WEEKLY
Great Bankrupt
Stock Sale
OF FINE
Clothing, Hats, Caps,
Shoes,Furnishings,Etc.,
Is Still Going On
AT THE OLD KELIADLE (FORMER)
Pkila. One-Price Clothing House.
Birkbeck Brick, Freeland, Pa.
£MIAS>. OK ION SXiiOH,
ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW
and
NOTARY PUBLIC.
Offlce: Rooms 1 and 2, Bii kbeok Brick, Freeland
JOHN M. CAIIR,
ATTORNEY-AT-LAW.
All legal business promptly attended.
Postofflce Building, ... Freeland.
Q GORGE 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
~ w,li W Raven Oilico, Kane Building, Opposito
Postoflice; iuesdays, Saturdays.
JOHN J. McBREARTY,
ATTORNEY-AT-LAW.
Legal Business of overy description. Fire
Insurance, uud Conveyancing given prompt
attention. K
MuMeuamin Building,South Centre Street.
N. MALEY,
DENTIST.
OVER BIKKBECK'S STORE,
Second Floor. ■ ■ Birkbeck Brick
S. E. HAYES,
FIRE INSURANCE AGENT.
Washington Street.
None but reliable companies represented.
Also agent tor the celebruted high-grade
Pianos of Hazclton Bros., New York city.
S. S. HESS,
DENTIST.
37 South Centre Street.
Bell Telephone.
Second Floor Front. - Itelowlch Building.
A. BUCKLEY,
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE.
All businete given prompt attention.
Tribune Building. - . Main Street
Wm. Wehrman,
Centre street. Freehold.
REPAIRING OF EVERY DESCRIPTION.
DePIERRO - BROS.
Corner of Centre and Front Street*.
Gibson, Dougherty, Kaufer Club,
Rosenbluth's Velvet, of which wo hive
EXCLUSIVE SALE IN TOWN.
Mu rum's Extra Dry Cham psgne,
Henri easy brandy, Rlacklierry,
Gins, Wines, Clarets, Cordials, Etc.
Ham and Schweitzer Cheese Sandwiches,
Sardines, Etc.
MEALS - AT - ALL - HOURS.
coivrinsTGr.
Lowrey Bros.
NEW
Olympia Show
WILE EXHIBIT AT
FREEL-AND, A .
Thursday, April £4
Don't fail to see Prof. McDade
make hlsdariiiß Balloon Ascension
on the show ground.
Admission, 10 and 20c
Performance Afternoon and Kvenlng.
PLEASURE.
April 1!) —Hop of Good Wills Athletic
Association at Krell's hall. Admission,
25 cents.
April 2(i.—Lecture by Hon. John G.
YVoolloy at the Grand opera house; sub
ject, "My Own Country." Admission,
85 cents*
CASTOniA.
Boars the yy The Kind You Have Always Bought
MISCELLANEOUS ADVERTISEMENTS.
TJX)K SERVICE.—Three bulls—one large,
i one medium and one ■mall. Apply to
Geo. Mallnky, Fbru utrrVer, Freuluud.