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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

Black bass are so destructive o.
other fish that Long Pond is to be
drained to get rid of the bass. An ex-
change says a number of Berwick
sportsmen purpose restocking Ganoga
Lake Uong Pond) during the coming
summer A number of bass were put
in the lake a few years ago and they
are fast destroying all the more valu-
able fish. 1t is said that cut costing
$500 to 5000 will drain it to its bed,
and as the supply is from springs it
will not be difficult matter to remove
all of the fish. When the water is at
its lowest the cut will be made and the
water drawn off. The lake will then
be stocked with lake trout and other
gamy fnnies. This is certainly brill
liant conception and its consummation
will restore to Ganoga Lake its old
time prestige as valuable fishing
ground. Ganoga Lake, then known
as Long Pond, was stocked with pike
about thirty years ago by Col. James
Tubbs. The pike were caught in the
Susquehanna and taken to the lake in
tubs. The lake is situated in Colley
township, at the extreme eastern end
of Sullivan County, and is summer
resort of we'll established reputation,
The Loyalsock Extension of the l. "
r. r. now passes within a couple
of miles of the lake and it is far more
accessible than ever before.-Er.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22
DAVID srRoup sr4ll

Signed, sealed, published and declar-
ed by the above named David Stroup
as and for his will and testament in
the presence of us, who have hereunto
subscribed our names as witnesses
thereto in the presence of the SAID
testator and of each other.
G. X. BUCKALEw.
N. ]. HENDERsHoTT.
N. u. FUNK.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

Hudson Owen who has been Super
intendent of Canal Navigation for the
last forty years, and we'll known in this
section OF the state as prominent
citizen, has gone into the coal business.
HIS yard is along the Canal above the
Berwick bridge, and has recently put
an extension to his bins of 10 feet,
and is now prepared to supply our COM
munity with the best article of coal
the market affords. Ber,oick Mde.
pendent.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22
VOL26.

c. p Sloan has in his carriage ware
rooms, a duplex blackboard that is a
novelty. 1t is Of natural oak, and has
two seats. One of these can be showed
under the other, making one seat We
hicle. or reversed SO that the occupants
sit back to back, or used as an ordi-
nary two seated vehicle. 1t is a very
pretty wagon, and the price is reason
aole. Go and see it.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22
THE NORMAL SCHOOL EXCURSION

The rain prevented the Normal
School students from going on their
excursion last Saturday, and they have
decided to go on Friday of this week.
Only the students of the school,
their invited guests, and the alumni OF
the school are expected to go on this
excursion.
The public in general are not in.
vited, as was announced in last weeks
issue.
Tickets are soc each and can be
had only at the school.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

1t is announced that the Delaware,
Lackawanna & Western railroad has.
after three winters practical use OF
the Gold system of steam heating for
passenger cars, decided to equip the
whole of the remainder of its pas
senger rolling stock, upwards OF
800 cars) whether running in New
York State or in States where the law
does not compel them to use other
means of heating than stoves.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

A chicken and flannel cake supper
will be given at the residence of L. N.
Meyer, Main st. Friday evening from
S to 10 o'clock, supper a5c. Benefit
M. f. S. S.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

Miss S. Sloan gave a reception to
Mr.. and Mrs. w. S. Rishton on We'd
nesday night. About one hundred
guests were present, and the party
was delightful one in every respect.
The supper was elaborate and deli
cious, and it was prepared by the ca
terers, NJ. NJ. Phillips & Son,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

There is a contest between Pitts
burg, Altoona and Harrisburg for hold
ing the Democratic State Convention.
The executive committee will soon
determine which place shall be Sc
leCted.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

There was light frost in this sec
ton Sunday morning. These frosts
hinder the growth of the vegetables,
but has done but little damage to the
fruit. lrr
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

Judge John Lynch of Wilkesbarre
recently appointed by Gov. Pattison as
assistant law judge of Luzerne county,
took his seat on the bench on Monday.
He is among the ablest of Luzernes
celebrated bar, and his elevation to the
bench was a we'll deserved compli-
ment,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

Comrades Of G.. A. r. Sons of Vet
Grams and Ladies Relief Corps will
assemble at G.. A. r. Hall on Sunday
May 24th at 10 o'clock sharp to at
tend Memorial service at the Presby-
terian church on Market Street.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

The Choral Society will meet next
week on Monday night instead of
Tuesday. A full attendance is de-
sired.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

w. H. Brooke & Co., have been
awarded the contract for papering the
M. E. Church at Rohrsburg. Their
work is giving excellent satisfaction.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

We announce this week the name
of Charles S. Reichart as a candidate
for sheriff.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

Commissioner of Pensions Raum
says he will not resign. Perhaps he
intends to hold on to his Office until
he is unceremoniously bounced.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

Rev. D. ]. Waller, Jr. will preach in
the Lutheran church next Sunday
morning and evening.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

The Union Veteran Legion of this
town will attend services at St. PauPs
Church on next Sunday, 24th inst, at
1890 A. M.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

The Lutheran Parsonage will be
completed next week. Rev. Heilman
the pastor expects to move the a9th
or goth.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1891-05-22

Representative Krickbaum is able
to be out, and walks with the assist
ance of crutches.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
THE MINERAL LAND BILL.
Effsctual)y Killed OFF by the Public
Land Committee Of the
House.
One Reservation to be Sold and
Two Land Offices Es-
tabliehed.
Helena Public building 1911 May Get
Ibrongh-Butte Stands no show
COngress MemorIaIIzed.

WAsmsGTos, Feb. 25.-[SpeciaI. THE
mineral land classification bill IL doomed.
The public lands committee Of the house
objects 10 the seventh section, which pro-
hibits patents to lands granted TO railroads
in mineral bearing states until the roads
make proofs showing the non-mineral char
acter Of the lands.
The bill TO vacste and sell the Fort Ma
ginns military reservation was reported fa-
vorably in the house by the public lands
committee this morning. The bill estab-
lishing the Dillon and Fort Benton land
Offices was alsO favorably reported by the
same committee. The Butte public build
ing bill has no chance at all at this late day.
The Helena building may get through on
the ground that the United States courts
there require accommodation.
The vice-president presented In the SEN
ste this morning petition Of the legisla-
turc Of Montana praying that survey be
made from St. Marys river to Milk river in
the state Of Montana. II was referred to
the committee on commerce.
The comptroller Of the currency to-day
authorized the organization Of the Valley
National bank, Of Missoula. by p. w. Nc.
ConnelI. Of Missoula, and his associates.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26

Bu1kley, Usurping Governor of COnnec.
t1eut. AttA1D DfH H6Pcasm

Bn1kley, Usnrping Governor Of COnnec.
ticut, Attempts Sarcasm.
HAErY0RD, Conn.,, Feb. D.-Gov. HiIJof
New York, yesterday refused To honor
requisition signed by Gov. BulkIcy, Of Con-
necticut, on tho ground that be did not rec
ognize BnIkiey as governor. To-day Gov.
Bulklsy sent letter TO Gov. Hill. say
ing: "Understanding from your official
action that criminals from sister states.
and especially Connecticut, are safe from
arrest and return for prosecution when
they have entered the gates Of the city Of
refuge embraced only in your jurisdiction,
] desire TO inform you that there arc now
in the Connecticut states prison
about 200 cOnvicts that Connecticut
can safely and with propriety turn
over 70 You. have no doubt every one
would prove a loyal subject, and rejoice to
aysil himself Of the freedom of the state
Of New York and the protecting arm Of its
executive. Express trains are frequent.
Waiting your orders TO toward snch ayaiIa-
BILE reinfOrcements fox your services, have
the honor TO remain" etc.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
But One Of Party OF Five Men Is
Rescued From
Death.
They We're Looking for Work on
the Great Northern Rail-
way Extension.
Seriously Injured bv Too FrIsky Colt
JtStirOad building 10 barker
and NeilIaPG

GREAT FALIs, Feb. 25-lSpecial.- r.
Graham. purchasing agent for Shepherd,
Stems N Co., arrived from MCCARTHY hysvilIe
Tuesday. He brings the first authentic
information concerning the five men re-
ported lost in the mountains near Cnt
Bank last week. The bodies Of two Of tho
men we're found frozen TO death and were
buried ut Two Medicine last Sunday. A
third man WAS found alive, but the re-
maiEing two have not been heard from.
The five men we're IaboTers from Chicago
who we're on their way to the mountains
seeking employment. Mr.. Graham says
weather is very cold and there have been
heavy snow storms in, the mountains the
past few weeks.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
A HOKsEMAN INJURED.
Samuel Scott, Of Deer Lodge, Hurt by .
Young stallion.

Samuel Scott, Of Deer Lodge, Hurt by .
Young stallion.
DEER LODGE, Feb. 25. -[specinl. samuel
&c ott proprietor Of the Scott house at this
place. an oId-timer and noted horseman
in Montana, met with quite All accident
shortly after noon to-day. He had Just
had bis young stallion, Montana, by Rsnch-
ero, at the blacksmith shop to have his
feet trimmed, and was leading him home.
When in front of the saloon Of McMaster
d. Commit, on Main street, the young horse,
which had the liberty OF n long halter,
arose in the air and came down with all his
might upon Mr.. Scott, crushing him to the
ground. Mr.. Scott's right leg was broken
just above the ankle. The colt was three
years old to-day and weighed 1,4O pounds.
At the time Of the accident Mr.. Scott was
not watching closely although he knew the
colt WAS playful. 1t is thought that it will
be several months before Mr.. Scott will be
able to handle any Of his horses again.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
IRRIGATION PAYS.
Census Statistics as to It's saccess in Ari.
ZOna,

Census Statistics ~ to It's saccess I'm Ari-
ZOna.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25.-The census bureau
announces that there are 1,057 irrigated
farms inArizona, having total area OF G5, ,821
acres. The average cost OF land, including
purchase price, fencing, pIowing and water
right, 10 1862 per acre, Of which $7.05 rep
resents the cost of water right, and the
average valuation placed upon the land by
the owners is $4s.GS per acre, incIuding
buildings. The average annual cost Of
water is $l.55 per acre, and the average
annual value of farm products S13.92 per
acre, ranging from 1926 in Maricopa to $31
in Yavapai county. The acreage now under
irrigation approaches the maximum pos
sible With the present water supply and
methods Of utilization, but the conserva-
tion Of the flood waters that now annually
run 10 waste would largeiv increase the
area susceptible Of successful cultivation.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
WILDCAT INSURANCE.
An Illinois Company Engaged in Transac-
tj0ns Questionable.

ttons Questionable.
CHICAGO. Feb. 25.-Attorney General
Hunt today filed bill in the circuit court
to dissolve the consolidated Mutual Fire
Insurance company of Chicago. Examina-
tion into tho affairs of the company. No
yembef last, disclosed the fact that its cap
ital was impaired $4,000. Auditor Pavey,
upon whose relation the bill Was brought,
discovered that ninety pages had been cut
ont Of or torn from the journal Of tho COM
psny. II il claimed the bookkceper tore
the pages from the book 10 conceal tho
errors which it contained and the in
competent Dlanner in which il had
been kept. Tho insurance risks in
force amoun1 to $3,1I3.OO0. The company
was not licensed to transact business ont
side of Illinois, and il IL said it has unlaw-
ful risks in other states. amounting 10 al
most S3,OO.WD and notes ON contingent
liabilities which amount 10 $1s2,0OD. In
January, 1891, the company ceased business
and made pretended assignment 10 Geo.
II. kichey. The attorney general seeks Ia
set aside the assignment and 10 have q re-
ceiver appointed TO take charge Of the as-
sets and wind up the business. Judge Col
lins issued the injunction restraining n dis
position of ths assets until . hnai hearing.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
HIGH WATER,
Reported by the Signal Service at Man!
Points.

Reported by the Signal Service at Many
Points.
WAsHIsGroN, Feb. 25.-The signal Office
furnishes the following special bulletin:
High water is impending in the Mississippi
river below Cairo. The highest water,
ffty-seven feet three inches, occurred at
Cincinnati to-day, there having been rise
OF sixteen feet in the past six days.
The upper Ohio, the Kanawha and
the Big Sandy are falling. The
Arkansas river is stationary at medium
stages. The Tennessee is at stage of
twenty-nine feet Mt Chattanooga, rise Of
thirteen feet in four days. The Cumber-
land at Nashville is twenty-fonr feet four
inches, a rise Of three feet in three days.
At st. Louis there has been rise of five
feet in one day. At Cairo the stage Of
water is forty-four feet three inches and
rising. A cold wave is sweeping over the
countrysfronl the west and is it likely that
rain to any considerable amount will follow
in the Ohio valley in the next few days.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26

ErcrMoNp. IEd.. Feb. 25.-The rear coach
of the limited Panhandle from Chi
cngo to Cincinnati jumped the track at
Hngerstown at $40 this evening and rolled
down the cmbankment. Four persons were
killed and several injpred. The killed are
u. i. Deal. engineer of the maintenance Of
way Of the Pan Handle; George Needhsm,
attorney Of the road; G. ID. Case. conductor;
Arthur Reeves, passenger. of Richmond.
Tie train was coming down steep grade
into town when the frame work on the en-
gins broke and every car in the train WAS
derailed, going down n fifteen foot smbank-
ment. The cars caught fire. but the flames
were quickly extingnished. All the coaches
were terribly wrecked. The following per.
sons were probably fatally injured: Mrs.
Busim, sacramento. Cal. A large number
of Others sustained injuries. but will prob
ably recover.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
YUMA UNDER WATER
The Colorado and Ola Rivers Overflow
Much Damage Done.


YgMA, Ariz. Feb. 25.--Tbs work OF
strengthening the levee had 10 be given
np because IL WAS old and weak and people
began 10 move TO higher ground Sunday.
At four O'Clock Sunday afternoon tho ley6e
broke and in an hour and u half tho town
WAS almost wholly nnder water. The air
was filed with the noise of falling walls
and the screams of women and children.
Many people had no time To got out their
furniture and lost aIl. Over hundred
houses wcae ruined. An American named
Gus Lee was drowned, but no other loss OF
life IL reported. Railroad and telegraph
offices were flooded ont. People are camped
on tho bills and the United States buildings
baye been thrown open to them. There
is much dcstitutiDn bnt no suffering
yet, there being provisions in town suffi.
cient for week. A board OF trade meeting
Monday made liberal donations for tho 8uf.
ferers. A relief committee WAS organized
by the citizens and at several stores goods
are given To all applying. The country east
OF here is all under water ~ far ~ heard
from. Mea9re reports say the loss Of prop
erty and live stock in the Gila valley IL very
heavy. Reports have reached here Of
another rise In the Gila and most of the
people have moved to higher ground. There
have been no trains since Monday morning
last.
Late tonight the water Of the Gila and
Colorado rivers are still rising and the
town il being gradually inundated, News
from the GiIa valley indicates that losses
are much greater than first reported. At
Texas Hill people have abandoned the town
and are camped in the hills. No communi-
cation can be had with the Mohawk valley,
but u is known that nearly all ranchers
there had TO fly to save their lives. The
Indian reservation is three feet under water.
Rain stopped tonight.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
An UEI|!.!![ !.!![l|,!GQME !! n&t6R
Empress Frederick's U. Paris
Causing Much Concern 10
the Government
President Carnot Did Not Care ia
Gall on tho Imperial
German.
SOms Desperate Fighting Reported from
Jq"iGue-ThS Government Forces Do
fested With Heavy Losses.

Paris, Feb. 25.-An organization known
~ ths League Of Patriots has violently de-
nonnccd the visit Of Empress Frederick, OF
Germany, TO the palace at Versailles Mon
day last. Tho lesgue has decided to hold
meetings Of protest until tho imperial vis-
itor leaves the city. II IL known
hcrs that in Berlin IL was
expected that President Carnot would
call upon the Empress Frederick, but
after a special cabinet meeting was hold IL
was decided tbat-as Empress Frederick WAS
travelling incognito the French govern
ment could compromise tho matter bv
sending the chief Of President Csrnots
military household, Gen. Gragere, and M.
kibot. minister Of foreign affairs, to
all upon the ex-empress. This
was accordingly done. This aues.
ton OF etiquette was undoubtedly
the cause Of much anxiety and worry TO
members Of tho French cabinet snd wss
made tho subject Of long and earnest
discussion before il was finally concluded
that the government could not dare TO risk
the verdict of public opinion in case Prssi-
dent Cernot called upon the imperial vis-
tor.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
Capital Notes.

The president signed the commissi on of
Chas. Foster Az secretary of the treasury
and it il expected he will assume his new
duties Thursday morning.
II il understood that the senate will agree
to the amendment made by tho house to
the direct tax bill, 10 no conference will be
necessary.
The treasury department has approved
the action Of the collector of customs of
Buffalo. N. Y, exscting duty on natural gas
imported in pipes under tho Niagara river
from the interior of Canada.
Tho house held an extra session Wednes-
day evening, making for the second time
in its history two distinct legislative ses-
sions III one dny.
Dingiey submitted TO the house the report
Of the silver pool investigating committee
and 1t WAS ordered printed, Dinoley giving
notice 1hat he would call IL mp as soon as
possible.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
Negotiating with ~ Monopo,y

CmcaGo. Feb. 25.-The attorneys for
Washburn Il Mocn and tine manufacturers
Of barbed wire are going over the contract
for the sale by the former to the latter of
their barbed wire patents. and it is stated
the transaction is almost certain to be com
pleted. When this matter has been COM
pIeted the directors of the company formed
patents will meet and fix the ROYALTY TO be
paid under the new arrangements. IL is
thought probable that the present royalty
Of ~ per ton will be- continued. The qucs-
tion of prices will also be considered.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
Omceys Detailed.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25.-Secrctary Proctor
selected the following officers for duty in
connection with the survey and location of
the proposed iDtercontinental railway con-
Meeting North, Central and South America:
Capt. Steeyer, Third cavalry; First Lieuten-
ants Foote, Fourth cavalry, and Williams,
Third infantry; Second Lieutenants Rowan,
Ninth infantry. Burlington, Seventh infan-
try, Hedekin, Third cavalry, and Keber,
Fourth cavalry. Three other officers are
yet to be selected.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
The one Metropolitan 8toch
of the CITY,
SPECIAL NOTICE.

Our DR.. King is now at home
and may be found at the store.
daily. He is qualified and com.
pletely equipped practical Opt.
clan; a graduate of the celebrated
King Optical company of Cleve.
land, Ohio, firm known the
world over. He gives you first.
class service at moderate prices
Don't be deceived by pcripatetis
quacks, who charge you abnorm.
al prices for Indifferent lenses
and treatment. DR.. King il:
the only man in Montana who
prepares compound lenses foI
complicated cases. See and talk
with him before you pay any
money for anything so important
for your comfort as glasses tc
preserve and restore your sight
"0nHT /C DDI0EIEoo,
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-26
Drowned in the Flood.

Los ANGELES. Cal, Feb 25.-Up to noon
to-day reports showed that at least six per-
sens lost their lives in the foods. The FAM
iiv Of Charles Watts is also missing from
near Downey. and it is supposed they were
drowned. The Wells family, man, wife
and babe, were drowned at Quart, and the
bodies Of two Mexicans were found in the
same neighborhood. s. Laurens WAS
drowned st Wilmington. The worst of the
food was probably at Downey and vicinity.
The old and new San Gabriel rivers broke
from their banks and ran together and
made great inland sea, six TO ten miles
wide and seventeen miles long.