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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
new TEN-ST0RY BUILDING
Magnificent Office Structure to Be
Erected on Spruce Street.
PLANS ARE BEING PREPARED
Building Will Cost Sis. 900 and Will BE
Ono of tho Handsomcst in tho
State-plans win Provide for
Two Hundred offices.

Plans for a 10-story, sky-scraping
Office building, to be erected on the
Spruce street stable property recently
purchased by j. $. Miller, the whole
sale meat dealer, are being prepared by
II. /. Lacey & Son, architects. The
structure will be the most magnificent
In the state outside OF Pittsburg and
Philadelphia, and will cost, approxi-
mately, $4,000.
The lot, which is situated on the south
side of Spruce street, between Wash
ington and Wyoming avenues, Is known
as the Grant property, and several
months ago was purchased by j. w.
Peck, the lumber merchant, for $47, 800.
Two weeks later 1t was sold to Mr..
Miller at an advance of $1,000. The lot
Is now occupied by the livery stable OF
Jones & Shelley.
Although the details OF the proposed
structure have not been definitely de-
cided upon, rough sketches Of the floors
have beeen made and Mr.. Miller has
instructed the architects concerning the
general plan and appearance Of the
building.
FRONT OF Cut stone.
1t will be Of the Renaissance style
and will have front of solid cut stone
of light color. Several of the lower
stories will extend over the entire plot
which is 5Ox173 feet. From the founda-
tion to the topmost coping the distance
will be 200 feet.
The plans will provide for two hun.
dred offices. The structure will be
fire-proof and each floor will be tiled
Two elevators will be erected and q
roomy entrance and elaborate stair.
case will be two attractive and specia,
features.
Mr.. Miller could not be found by q
Tribune reporter yesterday, but from
another reliable source it was ascer.
tained that building operations will be,
gin within three months, at which tim,
the livery lease expires. The frame
will be built of steel. A public alley
runs along either side of the lot which
will insure ample light on all sides OF
the structure.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
SEVEN TOUGH YOUNG MEN.
Arrested for Completely in West Side

Arrested for Completely in West Side
Burglarics.
County Detective Thomas Leyshone
rounded up a band Of tough young
desperadoes OF Keyser Valley, who
have made a practice of breaking into
places Of business on the outskirts of
the city. They are alleged to haye
burgiarized the office and engine room
Of the Scranton Stone company on the
West Mountain.
The young men who are said to be
concerned in these lawless acts are of
ages ranging between 10 and 20 years,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
Raidcd a Spcak.Easy,

Constable Timothy Jones, of the
West Side, at the instance Of County
Detective Thomas Leyshon, arrested
Joseph Grzywinski, who conducts an
unlicensed rum shop at 111G Prospect
avenue. The defendant was brought
to the central police station and will re-
ceive hearing at 10 o'clock this morn
ing. Rev. r. A. Aust, pastor Of St
Mary's Polish church, complained OF
the place and branded it as a hell hole.
The constable found 1t stocked with a
round supply of liquor.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
CLANS at Ben Smiths, West Side.
A Pleasing Entertainments Comino.

An amusing and delightful entertain
ment, 1.-THE Deestrict Skule," will be given
by the Girls Friendly society on May 20,
at 8 p. m. in Young Mems Christian asso-
citation hall. for its Room of Shelter.
Tableaux also. Tickets, 25 cents, for sale
at Powells music store. Phepls drug store
and E. p. Price, Washington avenue.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
WHO IS ADAM GETZ?
Supposed Name OF an +. Il w. v. II. r.
Victim, Killed Yesterday.

supposed Namc OF an Il. " w. V. IL. II.
Victim, Killed Yesterday.
An unknown man, presumably about
So years of age, was killed by the fast
train OF the Erie and Wyoming road
yesterday afternoon about o'clock at
the East Scranton crossing.
After the accident occurred the man
was taken to Dunmore, but died before
he could make any statement as to
residence. Coroner Kelley empaneled
u jury, which viewed the body and
heard evidence in the case. The in
quest was adjourned until Monday
evening in Dunmore.
George b. Smith. OF the Pennsylvania
Coal company, has a piece Of paper
found upon the deceased which bears
the words: adam Getz, Blue Ridge
Coal company" which may lead to an
Identification.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
Work. men Leaving the City.

Large squads of workmen are daily
leaving for Croton, N. Y, where Burke
Brothers have a large building con-
tract, which it will take few years tc
execute. Already upwards of 200 men
have left the South Side, and there is
yet a good many who will go. Work
has been begun on a dam that will
hold body of water eight miles long
on the Croton river
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
HAYE YOUR
SHADES MADE OF
SIN P ROOF
GA[M||BRlG
1t Does Not Fade.
1t Does Not Crack.
WILLIAMS& McANULTY
i27 WYOMING AVENUE.
1t Does Not Fade.
1t Does Not Crack.
$5 REWARDI

So many complaints Of irregular
delivery have reached us, which
we have traced to stolen papers,
that we now offer SIS reward for
information that will lead to the
conviction of any person caught
stealing The Tribune from the
dOOrsteps of regular subscribers.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
SHORT LEASE OF FREEDOM.
A Discharged Convict Meets His Death on
the Rail-

Harry Hughes, of Prospect avenue,
who was released from the Eastern
penitentiary month ago, was killed
on the Delaware, Lackawanna and
Western road at Gouldsboro late last
night. Early in the night Hughes had
been driven off a freight train on which
he had stolen ride, and had, after
ward, slept on an ash, dump from
which, 1t is conjectured, he rolled on to
the track.
He was found at daylight in critical
state, both legs having been crushed.
He was brought to the Lackawanna
hospital where he died at 1890 o'clock
yesterday morning. His sister was
able to reach the hospital before he
died.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
TOmOrrOw's Especially Fine Service,

A specially fine service has been ar
ranged for the Young Mems Christian
association rooms tomorrow afternoon
at 3.45 o'clock. Colonel F. l.. Hitch
cock will deliver an address to young
men and the glee club will positively be
present and give several beautiful Sc
lections. The management would like
to see all men attend this short service,
for all will surely enjoy it.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
Piano for Sale.

A high grade 1-3 octave piano. Beauti.
full mahogany case. repeating action and
all modern Improvements. No better
piano made. VIII be sold very cheap.
For particulars address Box 2N.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
FOR INSULTING WOMEN.
Drunken BlnghamtOn Drummer Lands Il
the Police Station.

the Police Station.
Either fine of SO or a vacation Of
fifteen days in the county Jail was the
disposition made by Alderman Millar
in police court yesterday morning Of
the case of commercial traveller
named M. l.. Haines, of Binghamton.
Patrolman sloat arrested him Thurs
day night on Wyoming avenue on COM
plant of two women whom he was an
noying by insulting language. A COM
plant had been entered before against
him the same evening. At last report
he was in the cooler trying to keep
cool
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
Lewis. Reilly L. Davies.

Seventh successful year in wholesale
and retail shoe trade. They invite the
good people of Northeastern Pennsylvania
to visit their stores, ia and 1l6 Wyoming
avenue. They will find every department
complete and every shoe in each depart
ment selected with care. The honest peo-
pie of the following cities and towns who
contributed largely to their success find
that they treat them honestly and appre-
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
knight Tcmplar Pilgrimage.

Millar, chairman of the committee
on arrangements on the coming
Reading Pilgrimage" of Scranton
Knights Templar, being an effort to
ascertain the number Of members who
will accompany the pilgrimage. Those
accompanying the party will leave on
Monday, May 27, at 1890 O'Clock on the
Central Railroad Of New Jersey.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

The finest line of wines. cigars, malt and
other liquors In the city at Lohmann's,
Spruce street. Il. Robinsons, Milwaukee
and Fegenspan's beers on draught. -
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
German and French in Five Weeks.

Lectures and lessons illustrating the
"Fredewald Method entirely Free May
Is, IS. and II, at II a. M, 4.3O and 7.30 p. IN.
Y. M. G. A. rooms.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

For Itching Piles. irritation of the gem
itals, or itching In any part of the body,
Doan's Ointment is worth Its weight in
gold. No matter how long-standng the
trouble, Doan's Ointment will not fail to
give instant relief. -
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

peared at Davis theater during the latter
part or last week. After an exciting hear
ing the case was amicably settled by the
manager of the company paying 800 and
the cost of the proceedings.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Low Rate Seekers. Attention.
On May q and June II, 1895, the Popu.
lar Nickel Plate Road will sell excursion
| tickets to nearly all points in the great
West and Southwest. at half rates. r. j
Moore, general agent, 90 Exchange street
Buffalo, N. Y.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

PERSONAL MENTIONS:
Miss Weeden, of New York city. will
sing a selection of solos at the Second
her visit she will be the guest of Miss
Helen Williams, of Vine street
Letters received in this city from r. B.
Davidow, of Davidow Bros, who went to
Europe in March last, reports that he Is
at present in Berlin. He expects to return
to Scranton about June 15
DR.. s. L. Underwood, Of this city, who
has been in the Howard hospital, at Phil
adelphia, taking six weeks special
course. will return to his office Monday.
James Simpson, Of Paterson, N. j., was
in the city Thursday looking after the af-
fairs of his company, who are erecting a
large silk mill on the South Side
Mrs. Thomas Patten, of Hyde Park ave.
nue., returned home yesterday after hav-
ing been away for a month visiting
friends.
Miss Gertie Dorvaux. OF West Lacka-
wanna avenue, will leave today to visit
friends at Trenton, N. j.
Manager ]. d. Mishler, of the Burgun-
der-Mishler theatrical circuit, was in
Scranton yesterday.
Mr. and Mrs. a. 3. Briggs, of Tripp ave-
nue., returned from Binghamton Thursday.
Rev. Father Coffee, of Carbondale, was
visitor in this city yesterday.
Attorney C. A. Van Wormer, of Mont
rose, was in the city yesterday.
Mrs. A II. Hawley is visiting her sister,
Mrs. K. L. Stone, at Olyphant.
Senator Stadler, of New York, was q
visitor In Scranton yesterday.
Henry Knapp, of Williamsport, Pa, ia
In the city on business.
Sheriff Clemons enjoyed a days fishing
at Pocono yesterday.
Mrs. Wade M. Finn is visiting friends in
Binghamton, N. Y.
Mrs. Rheinhart, of Eighth street, is seri-
ously i'll.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Sterling silver belt pins, 47c, at Turn
quests, POS Washington avenue.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

For plumbing and electric bells tele
phone 2242 to w. G. Doud & Co., 500 Lacka
ave.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
Home Seekers Excursions,

One lowest limited, first-class fare fol
round trip Inquire of agents of the
Nickel Plate Road.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Personal attention paid to all fine and
difficult watch and clock repair. All work
guaranteed. Turnquest, 205 Wash. ave.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Steamed long necked clans at Bel
Smiths, 1928 North Main avenue.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Ladies' Trilby lace pins, &C.,, at Turn.
quests, 205 Washington avenue.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
PERSONAL AND SOCIAL CHAT.

The Primitlve.Methodist parsonage in
Green Ridge. on Wednesday evening,
was the scene of very pleasant sur
prise. Mrs. Savage's Sunday school
class came in body, accompanied by
their husbands, to take farewell Of
their teacher, bringing with them all
manner of refreshments and good
things conducive to asplendid evening.
After handshakings, singing and ex-
pressions of regret at her leaving. the
company came to order and Mrs. Saw
age was requested to sit in the middle
OF the room. Mrs. Powell delivered an
appropriate speech. presenting a silver
fruit dish and tidy as a token of love
on the part of the class. The recipient
probation and assured them she should
carry with her to the new appointment
her tenderest Christian love for the
class she had taught for four years.
These remarks were followed by a
short speech by the pastor. The fol-
lowing were present: Mr. and Mrs.
Powell, Mr.. and Mrs. "A. Hartshorn,
Mr.. and Mrs. Anglemier Mr. and Mrs.
Morgan, Mr.. and Mrs. Brown. Mr.. and
Mrs. Russell. Mr.. and Mrs. Il. Savage,
Mr.. and Mrs. Ibberson, Mr.. and Mrs
Bine, Mr.. and Mrs. Sewell. Mr.. and
Mrs Williams. Mr.. and Mrs Williams,
Mr.. and Mrs. Oakley, Mr.. and Mrs. Jen-
kins, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey and Mrs
Marshall.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Pillshury's Flour Mills have q capacity
Of 1850 barrels day. s(
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Buy tho Weber
and get the best. At Guernsey Bros.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Trilby foot scarf pins, 25c., at Turn
quests 2Gj Washington avenue
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
NEWS OF THE SOUTH SIDE.
Two Gentlemen OF Leisure Arrested on
River Street - Leaving for Croton
Other Notes in Brief Form.

Two tramps that had annoyed the
residents of the lower Flats for a few
days were arrested early yesterday
morning on River street by Patrolmen
Walsh and Hetzeroth. The hoboes
were drunk and half-finished growler
was in their possession. In police court
they gave their names as William Ma
hon and Patrick Lenohan and place of
residence nowhere. They We're sent to
the county bastile for 10 days.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11
LEWIS, REILLY & DAVIES.

when the springtime comes, gentle An
ME,
And the wild flowers blossom on the
plain"
The prudent householder fixes UP his
roof, and when it comes to fixing a roof
We are right in it,
Drop us a postal or say Hello"
THE PENNSYLVANIA ROOFING CO..
Telephone sos. 1926 Washington ave.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Watch repairing done by Turnquest, 2O5
Washington avenue.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Sterling silver belts, SIPS, at Turnquests s
2O5 Washington avenue.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Mrs. Appleman, of Parker street, en-
tertained large number of friends at
her residence last evening.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

A smoker will be given by the Scran-
ton Bicycle club during the coming
week, as will also a social reception to
club members and visiting friends.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

Telephone 2242. w. G. Doud & Co., 30;
Lackawanna avenue. for all kinds OF
plumbing. -
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-05-11

The Green Ridge wheelmen gave an
other of their popular smokers last
evening at their handsome club house,
on Sanderson avenue. The West End
wheelmen of Wilkes-Barre were invited,
but failed to attend; nevertheless about
one hundred of the club members We're
present and spent q most enjoyable
evening. Mandolin and guitar music
was furnished by Messrs. Curtis, Ross
and Schapert. M. j. Coyne whistled
several selections in his original man.
ner eliciting rounds Of applause. A
lunch was served about II o'clock.
Mississippi leader. (Jackson, Miss.) 1892-1895, 1895-02-26
BOGUE CHITTO DOTS.
BY JEEMS.

Mr.. David ReeIaa, tina Former pro
ptietuE of the Reeves house in this
city, died of pneumonia at his home
on Topisaw on the night of the Doth
inst. He leaves wife and five small
children.
This time it is Mr.. !, r tewls of
Kentwoad, 4a,' Atd Miss fpla +. Bris-
ter: This happy couple were joined in
holy wedloek on the 2lst inst, at the
country home of Mr.. ]. NJ. hrister, the
brides father. They will make their
future home at Kentwood, where the
groom is engaged in business for the
l. G. R. r. Co.
Mr.. j. J. White. the King .aw>mill
man Of Whitas ln~n, has recently cut
and framed house to be built in Afri-
Ga, in which there are fifty thousand
feet of lumber, exclusive of ceiling,
flooring, etc. Here is fine opportu-
nifty for some one to get ioht. Of haul
ing, as it We're
quite a number of white caps in
town, but so far everything is quiet.
Our merchants say that their she,Yss
will soon be laden with new spring
goods. 4aa 3ots gut fer fer that new hat
The bridge across Bogue Chitta riv.
err near town is mighty shaky.
Rev, j. A. scarborough has been
quite busy of late building a large new
garden. If there is anything in hav-
ing large garaen, the "Parson" will
surely have plenty of vegetable soup
this season.
Rev. Mr.. Sibley came up from Nc
Comb City and preached one of his
best sermons last Saturday. We don't
know why it is but Mr.. S. always
breaches his best sermons at Rogue
Uhitto, YAere viii 6e another special
meeting of the Baptist Church on Sat
urday before the 4th Sunday in March,
to which Mr.. Sibley agreed to come.
Everybody is invited.
From the new furniture seen in DR..
Trotter's Office, it looks like he may be
going to house keeping. As yet, the
Doctor has never said ''yessEm:"
VIA will DO lincoln county's next
representative? put in nomination
Capt. A. j. Martin, of this city. Next.
1t appears that the blind tiger bust
ness has been turned over to the me-
groes, some of whom are now convinced
that Prohibition does prohibit.
Mississippi leader. (Jackson, Miss.) 1892-1895, 1895-02-26
ILLINOIS CENTRAL.

Nos. 1 and do not stop at flag stations.
Nos. % and &c step nj all stations. Trains Nos.
and 3 with vestlbule cars) stop only at Ham
mQAa. McCOmb City. BrOokhayen, Hazlebnrst,
Crystal Springs, Jackson and Canton and all
stations between Canton & Water valley. No.
&c does not go north of jackson Miss.
sss-TrainS both ways make close connection
with all Of the E. DThnch roads.
Mississippi leader. (Jackson, Miss.) 1892-1895, 1895-02-26
JAM ES l.. MlKELL.

The subject of this sketch was born
in Lawrence county, Miss, Sept. 4,
lS41. All of his youth was spent in
his county until the Civil War when,
though a lad not cutie yet Il years of
age, be enlisted for his country's
cause, joined the 22nd Mississippi Reg
iment and fought shoulder to shout
der with the bravest of the brave until
Lees surrender. After the strife that
HeithsF spared nor spoke too human
life, "Jim Mikell" returned to his na.
tive heath, bearing with him pre-
cious relic to which he had chung
through all the vicissitudes of grim Wis
aged war-his Bible, given him by his
sister, Miss Della, who now cherishes
it as precious memory Of 3 soldier
trne End Of 2 bPqthsf Aeleyed;
On Dec "A, 1867 Mr., Mikell claimed
as his bride Miss Harriette L. Martin,
who preceded him to the grave seven
teen years ago. From this union
there are now living three daughters,
Mrs. Kate M. Anderson, of Wesson,
and Misses Fannie and Get Mikell, Of
nrookhaven.. Mr.. Mikell was the last
heir to the honored name he bore.
From 80 to "a he served as sheriff of
Lincoln county, making a consci-
entiOus, faithful and obliging official.
.In the mpidst ef1lfe. VIZ aFeiiA death"
Ons year age Mr.: Mikell was a strong
man Of 1@ pounds last Thursday
mere skeleton WAS laid away where on
ly The voice of God can call to life the
sleeping dust. After seven weeks of
weary pain and confinement to his
ted he awaakks il the aaMa ~ lite eter-
nal on Wednesday morning, Feb. 10th,
dying OF consumption resultant from
la grippe. Some two years ago he had
experienced change Of heart and had
awakened to realization It THAI taith
thst builds bridge across the gulf OF
death; and his disembodied spirit took
It's fight undimmed by the sins OF
earth-redeemed by the blood of the
Son of God. His faith has nrmly an
shored 10 the Rock Of Ages: "
On Thursday morning the funeral
ceremonies were conducted at his
home by Revs n, ]. Boone aud W. l.
Stewart, after which the marrow
house" received its own. To the three
bereaved sisters and daughters there
goes out uubounded sympathy from
many friends.
"There remaineth rest for the peo'
pie of God"
Mississippi leader. (Jackson, Miss.) 1892-1895, 1895-02-26
Local Correspondence.
FAIR RIVER NOTES.
BY MARK.
It sho' did snow.
Columbus, Ohio

1t sho' did snow.
Some of us are not through sowing
oats yet.
Bro. Douglass filed the pulpit at
Fair River Saturday and Sunday, aud
as usual, preached two interesting SER
mons.
Mr.. A. w. Smith and wife we're well
come visitors recently.
Phil. Garrett recently had mule to
die that was AZ years old:
Yes, the Cleveland badges are be-
coming fashionable and are being worn
by all political parties, and by another
year the Cleveland windows will take
the places of the badges now worn If
the present state of affairs continues.
Mr.. w. w. KEGS, our local merchant
and mill man, starts to New Orleans
this morning to lay in supply of goods
and will take in Mardi Gras while
there.
Since candidates for various offices
are getting to be numerous, we hope
that our people will net bs 80 short
sigbtpd ~ teproniiSe their support to
a man who is not competent to fill Of
flee, simply because he wants it; but
let's be benefited in the future by our
past sad experience, i. e., let the office
seek the man and not the man the of
flee. These are n9 times to TAKE Fisks.
Let every man see to IL that we elect
only meR that will faithfully and fully
discharge the duties which the law will
make incumbent upon them in their
respective offices, regardless of their
party affiliations in the past.
Mumps are prevalent Mr. Jno. ID.
Bailey and family have it; also Mr.. H.
H. Summers and Lum Burns.
Miss Qna Smith is visiting with rel
atiEas on Fair River this week.