VOL XV. NO. 102. Sale of Clothing and Furnishings Buy now and here, because every price is reduced—what you need later will cost you less now. In Clothing, Overcoats, Trousers, Gents' Furnishings, Boots and Shoes you can be suited here 01 you can't be suited in Freeland. Words of praise cannot do jus tice to our assortments, style and qualities. Come at once and see for your self-—let the goods convince you of their superior excellence. Also complete lines of Dry- Goods, Dress Goods, No! ions, etc., among which are many bar gains to interest our lady patrons. Buckskin Kubber Boots and Shoes are the best and are sold by JOHN SIIIGO, 14± South Centre Street. OlilON STttOlt, A TTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW and NOTARY PU3LIC. Olflce: Koouib 1 and 2, Birkbeck brick, KreelanU Mclaughlin, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Legal Bum ties* of Any Beacnptvm. Brenn.-m's Building, So. Centre St. Kreelund. J. O'DONNELL, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Campbell Building, - Freeland. White Haven Office, Kane Building, Opposite Hobtoilice; Tucsduys, Saturdays. JOHN J. McBREARTY, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Legal Business of every description. Fire Insurance, and Convoyanciug given prompt attention. MoMenainln Building, South Centre Street. npiiOS. A. BUCKLEY, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. All businesH given prompt attention. Tribune Building, - - Main Street N. MALEY, DENTIST. OVF.K BIKKBECK'B STOKE, Second Floor, - - Birkbeok Brick jyjRS. S. E. HAYES, FIRE INSURANCE AGENT. Washington Street. None but reliable companies represented. Also agent lor the celebrated high-grade Pianos or Hazolton Bros., New York city. £JR. S. S HESS, DENTIST. North Centre Street. 801 l Telephone. Seoond Floor. - P. O. S. of A. Building. Wm. Wehrman. -w^N.TC!Z-3:ikd:^-i2:E:d=£ Centre street, Freeland. REPAIRING OF EVERY DESCRIPTION. Geo. H. hkdrtman, Meats and Green Tinea. Freak Lard a Specially. Centre Street, nenr Central Hotel. Groceries, Provisions, Green Truck, Dry Goods Notions are among the finest sold in Freeland. Send a sam ple order and try them. E. J. Curry. South Centre Street. CAMPBELL, dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries, Boots and Shoes. Alao PURE WINES & LIQUORS FDR FAMILY TOT MKDICINAL I'URPDSKF. OfmtTH and Main street., Freeland. .A.. OS'VC-.A.IZD, dea'or 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. H, H\ Vor. Ventre end Front Sit., Freeland, iuv.% • FREELAND, PA., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23. 1903. BLAMED FOR HIGH PRICES Coal Operators and Roads Held Responsible. Congressional Committee to Present Testimony Show ing Extortionate Charges Were Not Warranted, Congressional investigation of the question of eoal transportation during the recent famine, as wH I as the respon sibly for high prices, has ended so far as this congress is concerned, and the sub-committee of the house committee In charge of the investigation, will re port tomorrow. Testimony will be submitted in the report showing that the responsibility for the recent very high prices rests upon the coal operators and the eoal roads. l}e\oud olFering the testimony taken, the report makes no comment on this important feature of the investi gation, except to say that there is not time enough before the end of this | congress, Irotn which the committee has its authority, t.o completely Investigate this question. The sub-committee, of which Repre sentative Litthlield, of Maine, was made chairman, went to New England to take testimony on the question of water transportation. The report finds that there were ves sels enough to carry al! the coal that couid be supplied, that the water trans portation was high because the larger vessels could only get half and three quarter cargoes, while there was a scar city of small schooners operated at small cost and which could got full cargoos. A Night With the Tigers. To appropiiately celebrate the recent consolidation of the Tigers Athletic Club and the Good Will Athletic Asso ciation the united clubs held a banquet and entertainment at the Grand opera house hail on Saturday evening. At tendance was limited to members of the club, and all were present, excepting a few whose absence was unavoidable. The meeting rcorn and adjoining hall were engaged for the occasion, and both were handsomely decorated. The evening's festivities began with the members partaking of a suppor which consisted of everything seasonable and was served in a style to satisfy the most fastidious epicurean. After justice had been done to the palatial spread, an informal program was rend* red and several hours were pleasantly and Instructively spent listen ing to iho toasts, addresses, vocal and instrumental selections, etc., by which the gathering was entertained. The following were the principal num bers of the program. Opening address—President James M. Gallagher. Vocal solo—Barrett brothers, Michael and John. Instrumental music—Tigers Mandolin (flub. Vocal solo—C. J. Johnson. Recitation—Jerry McGinley. Buck and wing dance—Michael Jacobs. Instrumental music—Steve Yori. Toast—"The Tigers Early Days," Patrick J. Breslin. Vocal solo—James Thompson. Selection—Tigers Quartette. Toast—"What Constitutes a True Ti ger," P. G. Gallagher. Vocal solo—Frank McKinley. Dance—James Gillespie and Michael i Jacobs. PLEASURE. February 23 —Operetta. "The Min strel of Capri," under auspices of V. M C. A., at. the Grand opera house. Tiek rts. 23, 35 ;i lid fit) cents. Moving; I'icture KntcrtHlnmontA Under the auspices of Local Union No. 1521. U. M. W. of A., a moving picture entertainment will he given at tilt) Grand opera house tomorrow even ing. The vievxs to be shown are varied, interesting and instruetive Iho ad uils*i<>n charges are 15, 25 and 55 cent*, and tickets for the show are on sale at Mc.Menamin's store Witkcburre and lia/.leton Itailway. Beginning Jaunars 29, 1903, and uniil further notice, cars will leave corner Hr >ad and Wyoming streets, 11 a/.leton, via Lehigh Traction Company, as fol io ws: For St. Johns, 6 00, 7 00, 8.00, 9 00 a. m., 12 00 noun, 1 00, 4.00, 5 (JO and 6 (JO p. m. Returning leave St.. Johns for Ilazle ton. 6 30, 7.30, 8 30. 11,80 a. m , 12.30, 3 30. 4 30, 5 30 and 6.30 p. in. Cars run daily, except car leaving i I a/.leton at 6.00 a m. and returning leave St. Johns at 6 30 a. m., will run ou week daj s only. A. F. Harger. General Pussebfjer Agent. Selection—Mandolin Club. Vocal solo—Joseph McGIII. Toast —"What the Tigers Have Ac complished," Bernard J. Boyle. Vocal solo—Anthony O'Donnell. Mandolin selection—Joseph McGIII. Impersonation of Famous Actors — Manns It. Conahan. Clog dance—Anthony O'Donnell. Vocal solo —Jerry McGinley. Toast—"The Tigers Future," J. J. Mc Menaiuin. Orapbophone selections—Jos. Kush nerlck. Song—"America," by the club. The celebration was that kind of a success which the Tigers invariably ac complish. and the members departed in the early morning anxiously awaiting a call which will bring them together again to enjoy a similar night out. At the Opsra House. The operetta,"Minstrel of Capri." will be presented this evening by home talent for the henelit of the y. M. C. A. The L'o Columbian Literary Society entertained a largo audience last even ing. Lewis Granger and a strong company placed "Gypsy Jack" before a " small house Friday evening. Falne & Co.'s moving picture enter tainment was well attended Saturday evening. The next and last of the M. & M. series of entertainments will bo held Saturday evening, with Lovett's Boston Stars as the attraction. Moving pictures will bo to morrow evening under the auspices of Local Union No. 1521, U. M. W. of A., of Upper Lehigh. Two Funerals. The remains of the late Mrs. Bridget McUettrlck were laid at rest Saturday morning at St. Ann's cemetery. Pre vious to the iuteruient a requiem mass was read at St. Ann's church, which was attended by many of the deceased's friends. Among those from a distance who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. William McGettrlck and Matthew and James McGettrlck, of Dickson City, Lackawanna county. The remains of the late Mrs. Frank Smith, who died on Thursday In a Philadelphia hospital, were buried yes terday afternoon from the family resi dence in Sandy Run. The interment was made at Freeland cemetery. Married on Saturday. John Trimble, of Elizabeth, N. J., and Miss Mary MeCann, of Sandy Run, ; were united in marriage at St. Anu's church Saturday morning by Rev. M. J. j Falllhee. Miss Mary A. O'Neill, of Upper Lehigh, was bridesmaid. After j the ceremony the young people returned i to the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. Neal P. Johnson, Sandy Itun, where they received the congratulations of thefi friends, and at noon departed for Elizabeth, where they will make their future homo. Both young people have many friends hero who wish them a long and happy journey through life. Death of Mrs. Campbell. Mrs. I'atrlek Campbell died at her home In Sandy valley Saturday evening, aged 08 years. The deceased was a resident of East Foster for many years. She Is survived by her husband and the following sons and daughters: Alex ander, Neal, Michael and John, of Sandy valley; Mrs. Alexander Mulhearn, Freeland, and Sister M. Marie, of the Mercy convent, Dushore. The funeral will leave her late resi dence at 8 o'clock Wednesday morning. Upon Its arrival at St. Ann's church a requiem mass will be read, after which the remains will be interred at St. Ann's cemetery. Strike Commission. The Anthracite Coal Strlfro Commis sion resumed Its session at the interstate commerce rooms, at Washington, on Friday. There was a general discus sion of the work before the commission and of the general method of procedure In considering its preliminary report to the actual framing of the award. There are numerous obstacles In the way of any early report that are antici pated by the commissioners and it is conceded that questions may arise at any tline that would necessitate another visit to the coal fields or elsewhere. To Cure a Cold In One l)uy Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails I to cure. E. W. Grove's signature is on : each box. 25c. The kind that cured your Grandfather, DR. DAVID FRCF KENNEDY'S XW F A If n n liver or blood troubles, r AVUKI Ifc enssfis QrKIFIIU this tinner nnd address Dr. KtMhUY LAND OF FLOWERS. What u Freeland Man IIa Keen and Heard in America's Oldest City. St. Augustine, Florida, February 10, 1903. Editor Tribune.—l am pleasantly domiciled in this quaint old city which Ponce do Leon founded in 1512 and which is the oldpst as well as one of the most healthy cities in the United States. It possesses the oldest house in this country and the structure is In a fair condition, as most of the old Spanish houses were built from a material known as coquina rock. This speci men of shell-stone Is also used In the construction of the present modern and magnificent hotels and is said to be nearly Indestructible. This city Is al*o the home of old Fort Marion, which was built by the Spanish government and was 191 years In course of construction and cost, over $30,000,000. It, is a source of great attraction to Northern visitors. Occasionally, some one, becoming so interested In sight seeing in the various dungeons and for getting himself, gets locked in the fort for the night. Whilst, General Ponce de Leon, whom tradition lias made historically famous by his supposed discovery of the spring or fountain of eternal youth, was sta tioned at Porto Rico he frequently met some of the chiefs of the Carib tribe of Indians, who told him of a wonderful spring of pure running water that, ex isted in a country to the northward of theirs and whoso marvelous virtue, when drank and bathed In. would re store youth and health to all who could use its salutory water. And the story runs that in one of the numerous battles with the Indians one of Ponce de Leon's most intimate aids and supporter in his campaigns was killed. Afterward it appeared he had made Ponce de Leon executor of his estate and guardian of his only daughter. Ponce de Leon was therefore obliged to return to Spain to take charge of the ( estate and to provide for the daughter's welfare. Upon seeing the beautiful and finely educated young laoy he at first sight fell In love with her, which love, history has It, was duly reciprocated; byt there being such a disparity in their ages he was too chivalrous to ask for her hand in marriage, lie bethought of this spring or fountain of youth and life and finally told the young maiden that he would fit out an expedition and go further north in the Indian country and lind this spring of running water. She begged him to desist in bis efforts, but he, being a soldier and at the be hest of his king, would go and find this spring. He and his troops finally set sail and landed upon land which abound ed in flowers and which is now known a* Florida In this connection it might bo stated that Columbus claimed that he had found the seat of Paradise in Florida. Martyr, also in his address to the pope, writes that among the islands there was one in which there was a spring of running water of such marvel-; ous virtue that the water thereof being drank and bathed In, perhaps with some diet, makes the old young again. Ponce de Leon, in his efforts to dis cover this spring, had many adventures and battles with the Indians, in one of which a skulking red man sent an arrow into his hip. As the surgeon of the ex pedition was unable to extract It, they were obliged to re-embark for Spain, and upon their arrival there Ponce do Leon died from tho effects of the wound. Whether the stories of the fountain of youth and of the golden treasures of tho mainland are pure fables or are only poetic and exaggerated descriptions of the country may well admit of a doubt, and the latter view I am inclined to take. However, the spring js hero. It is walled up and Is said to have never been known to cease running. It is, as you may well suppose, an object of great interest as well as an object that makes much merriment. Every Northerner visits it, and I myself have dipped in It and am now in great hope. Another attraction here is a work of art which is one of Florida's greatest wonders—in fact, there is nothing else like it in the world. It Is known as the fish-scale house. Its size is oxlo and 9 feet high. Its outside is covered i with 3,073,700 drum-fish scales. The j roof and other parts of the exterior , present to the naked eye tho appearance of a small house of ivory. Another attraction for antiquarians Is the Dr. Vidder collection, which includes , about every mineral and animal object 1 that has been discovered both under and above the water. I must add a word about the beautiful hotels, with their splendid courts and lawns of tropical and capacious foun tains, and of tjie beautiful Presbyterian church which Hull Flagler has had con structed at a cost of million dollars or more as a memorial to his only deceased daughter. CouUuuud on Sixth CuluiiMi. 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. The United Brewery Workers, of which the employes of Freeland brew ery are members, havo secured a uniform scale of wages for all such employes in Luzerue county. The last firm to agree was Bartol SL CO , of Ed wh rdsville. Besides meaning ari in crease in wages, it also makes all con tracts expire on the same day. The anniversary of the execution of Robert Emmet, one of Ireland's martyrs, will be celebrated ou the evening of March 4 by the Larkin Social Club with a fitting program at the Grand opera house hall. The club will have for its guests the John Boyle O'Rielly Literary Society, of lla/.leton. E. A. Oherrender, representing Coxe Bros, it Co., Is endeavoring to effect a settlement with a number of property holders along Wetzel's run at Quakake in ihe matter of their claim* for damages arising from the action of the company in polluting this stream witli sulphur water. John Doyle and George Boisel, of Freeland, firemen on the D. S. & S. Railroad, havo been summoned to Eas ton to undergo an examination for the position of engineers. The men will be examined by the Lehigh Valley Rail road's oxamining board. On account of so many people haviug removed from Milncsville, due to the closing down of the colliery, the post office will be closed on March 1. Those still residing in the town will be com pelled to go to Ilarleigh for their ruail. Miss Mary Brennan, of South Wash ington 9treet, left this morning for Philadelphia, where she will receive treatment at Jefferson hospital. She was accompanied by her father, John Brennan, and Miss Phoebe Riloy. "Minnesota's Best" flour is sold by A. Oswald. There is none better made. John F. Boyle was arrested on Satur day on a warrant Issued by a lia/.leton alderman. lie is charged by Joseph Vlrutsky with assault and battery. Mr. Boyle waived a hearing and gave bail to answer the charge in court. I*aac Davis, of Front street, fell on the ice last evening while on his way to the Presbyterian church. lie was carri ed to his home, where it was found that one of his legs was broken by the fall. August Donop, Sr., of North Ridge street, was successfully operated upon at the Minors' hospital on Saturday. His present condition is very favorable. On account of Washington's Birthday ail the schools and banks of town were closed today. At the postoflice the usual holiday hours were observed. A movement having for its object the closing of all business places on Sundays has been started in town and is receiv ing much encouragement. Ice cream on salo at Morkt's. Awnings in front of the stores of S. Senle and George Wise broke down on Saturday on account of being over weighted with snow. Mrs. Harriet Roberts, an aged widow, is seriously ill at the home of her daugh ter. Mrs. John Probert, in the Second ward. Miss Katie McClennan, of Chestnut street, has accepted a position In Herbst's photograph gallery. William F. Lawlor, of New York city, visited his mother on South Washington street over Sunday. Miss Bid McGeehan, of Philadelphia, is visiting her brothers on Ridge street. Charles Dever, of Easton, is the guest of his mother on Johnson street. Miss Rose Boyle, of Wilkesbarre, is visiting Freeland relatives. Wednesday next will be Ash Wednes day, the first day of Lent. Three new cases of smallpox have been discovered in Scran ton. The victims all live in the same neighbor hood in the North End. George T. Meitrott, of West Hazloton, became 111 with grip several days ago. While convalescent he lost the power of speech and is unable to utter a word. BIRTHS. Bcllo7.ua,—To Mr. and Mrs. John Bel leta, Ccuire street, a son. TR I-WEEKLY McMENAMIN'S South Centre Street ) IN WINTER WEATHER WEAR WINTER GOODS Don't let any one convince you . that the end of winter is yet in j sight. There are many cold days, | and colder nights, to come before | the spring of 1903 arrives. There fore it is your duty to properly I I clothe yourself and protect your , j self from the chilly blasts of March, j To do this you must begin by buy - ing the right kind of Underwear, the kind that will wash and wear and still keep you warm. That is f the kind we sell. • I For your feet, be you nun, ' ; woman, youth, maid or child, we ) | have Shoes that are especially ' ; recommended for late w inter and f [ early spring wear. Our manufac -1 ! turers guarantee them to keep out ■ ! the cold, and unless your feet are Iso protected you cannot be as- I sured of a warm body. The grades of Rubber Goods f which we handle are the best in , the market—so our customers, t who have tried various makes, tell , us, and whether it is Boots or , Shoes 30U prefer we can supply you with goods that we can guar antee. , Winter Gloves, Hosiery, Fur , nishiugs, Hats and Caps are not , yet out of season, but we want s them out of our way and you can , have your choice from large as r sortments at figures considerably less than the regular charges. Those who buy now will have abundant opportunity to get their ' money's worth. In Neckwear, Collars, Cuffs and ! similar goods, also Working Jack ! ets and Overalls, our store is still the headquarters for the best goods in the lines mentioned. ! Boys' Knee Pants can be bought > here, and we give positive assur ance that you get better value for ! your money than can be obtained ■ elsewhere. McMENAMIN'S South Centre Street , g———— 2ES3BM—IfI STATE NORMAL SCHOOL, 6 fc EAST STROUDSBURG, PA. 1 Rj Regular State Normal Courses, and I "■ Special Departments of Music, Elocu- ■ SH tion. Art, Drawing, Stenography and if , M Typewriting; strong College Prupara- I ■ tory Department. K ' | Hoarding expenses $3.50 per week. I > w I'upiis admitted tit any time. Winter ■ M Term opens Dec. 2Uih. Write for H 53 catalogue. Kj! ; I E. L. KEMP, A.M., Prin. 1 DePIERRO - BROS. O-A-ZFIE. Corner of Centre and Front Streets. Gibson, Dougherty, Kaufer Club, Hosenblutk'fi Velvet, of which wo hive EXCLUSIVE SALE IN TOWN. Mumra'g Extru Dry Champagne, Henneesy Brandy, Blackberry, Gins, Wines, Clarets, Cordials, Kto. Ham and Schweitzer Cheene Sandwiches % Sardines, Kic. MEALS - AT - ALL - HOURS LAUBACH S VIENNA BAKERY. B. C. UUBACH, Prop. Choice Bread of All Kinds, Cakes, and Pas try, Dally. Pailey uud Novelty Cakus Baked to Order. CONFECTIONERY AND ICE CREAM supplied to Balls, parties or picnics, with all necessary adjuncts, at shortest notice and fairest prices. Delivery and supply wagons to all parts 0} town and surroundings every d-ay. Condy 0. Boyle, dealer in LIQUOR, WINE, BEER, PORTER, ETC The finest brands of Domestic and Imnortod Whiskey on salo. Fresh Freelund liner, Porter and Ale on tap. 1)8 Centre Btreet. LAND OF FLOWERS. Contiuued from Fourth Column. Still another object oi much curiosity to Northern people Is the old slave market house, where npgro slaves were sold at auction in ante-bellum days. 1 give you below a verbatim copy of an epitaph upon an imposing pile of stones, In which reference Is mado to a noted Indian chief: "Notls, tills verry elaborate pile Is credited In memory of Tolomato, a Seminole Inglne chief, whosse wtgwarm stands on this spot and surroundings. We cberrish Ills memory as ho was a good-barted chief. He wood knot take your skalp without you begged hiiu to do so or paid him sum muny. He all ways ackted more like a Chrlstshun gentleman than a savage lngino. Hot hi.ii rust In pease." Respectfully yours, XUpuias lijrkbeck.
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