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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

Selfish corporate influences are bad
enough when they are used publicly for the
purpose Of interfering with some public
good. but they are infinitely worse when
their movements are insidious and are d.
rooted toward the shaping of educational
theories unfavorable to the peoples interest
Herbert Welsh's "Clty and State" has. in
Its last ISSUE an Interesting editorial on
'Mizzes," In which 1t is stated that
professor occupying a chair In a prominent
American university was recently dis
missed, the frankly-stated cause of that
action being that he had expressed views
upon the manner in which the street-car
franchises of the municipality should be
managed and that those views were dis
pleasing to a street-railroad magnate who
was liberal patron of the university. The
masnate in question had notified the pres
ident of the institution that IL the out
spoken professor was permitted to remain
there would be no more of financial aid by
the magnate. This" says "City and
State" lis not an isolated case. A prom.-
nent teacher is now preparing t. leave the
college with which he is connected because
he also is unsatisfactory for a similar
cause to another local maSnate. And we
know of still another case" Perhaps there
may be some good reason why the names
of these magnates and the institutions they
have threatened should be concealed from
the public. but the reason is not consp.cu-
Gus just now. Why not out with the whole
truth so that everybody shall have an op-
portunity to know who these men are and
why they eEdeavor to crush honest opn-
Ion? Men Of means can do glorious work
for the future of this country by contribut-
ing literally to the support of schools and
colleges and universities. but it would be
far better for this land that every depend
ent educational institution pass instantly
out of existence than that they be actively
continued under such conditions as those to
which reference Is here being made. Irde-
pendence of thought and independence of
speech and action-with due regard for
law and decency-are American character
istics of such prominence that interference
with their existence, through bulldozing
and virtual bribery. is nothing less than a
crime
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

President Roosevelt of the New York
beard of police commissioners seems to
stand on solid ground when he says. In re-
ply to the criticisms made on the enforce
Tent of the Sunday liquor laws in that city,
that 1t is the duty of the police to enforce
the laws that are on the statute books
whatever they may be, and that they have
neither the power nor the inclination to
choose which shall be ignored and which
enforced This sounds first rate. Unfor-
tunately for Mr.. Roosevelt. however it has
been pointed out to him that under his ad-
ministration. as well under that of his
predecessors, there has been no pretence
whatever of enforcing tine law against the
shooting of fre-crackers and other explo-
sives in the streets-a practice which 1t is
alleged. with a good deal of force. affects
iDjuriously the comfort and well-being of
citizens generally. and also endangers
property. life and limb What response
Mr.. Roosevelt will be able to make to
this rather telling Indictment remains
to be seen. But, whatever his an
swer may be- the fact Is patent that,
though there are rigid laws against the
dangerous nuisance referred to on the
statute books of nearly every city in the
country. in none of them have peacable and
law-abidng people that proection for their
persons and property to which they are
Justly entitled. The authorities pretty much
everywhere are either unable or unwilling
TO carry out these much-needed laws. To
the sufferers IL does not much matter which
reason is the true one. They are equally
unsatisfactory to the public, and alike dis
creditable to the officials who take an oath
that they will impartially enforce the laws
as they are found and otherwise faithfully
perform their duties. and yet fail to do So
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09
y 1t next Tuesday"


There's no use" said Mr.. Dolan, 'in
thryin to git along wild it. Dim goin' to
give up me job On the new post office"
AN phwat for?" inquired Mrs Dolan.
For the raysoE thot the weather is too
much fur me. The boss tells me there
docs be no appropriation fur an awning
over the place, an hivvin only knows
phwsn It'll git roof
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

The Pullman Palace Car Company's ad-
vance in wages Is significant of good times.
But as the travelling public made no re-
duction in the fee of twenty-five cents to
the porter for breathing. his income will
probably experience no great improvement
with reviving prices in other fields.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09
Alta Disadvantage.

"Willie," said the teacher to the new
woman's son, you are a nice little boy;
but you shouldn't give up SO easily. You
should be more manly"
II can't" replied Willie in disconsolation.
Everybody says 1 don't take after
mother"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

The cities which have permitted them
selves to be spider-webbed with overhead
wires have, doubtless been regarding the
work to secure flrst-class electric rail-
way on 9th street with deep irt erest.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09
An Indefinite stand-OH.

"You said you would pay this bill next
Tuesday" said the collector
Eyes; so 1 did, was the reply. And I
won't go back on my word"
"Ah-thank your
III pay 1t next Tuesday"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

AS filtered through the reports to this
country Lord Salisbury's principal argu-
ment in favor of the House of Lords is
that it ought to be tolerated because it
does not amount to much.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

So long AS this city's drinking water re-
Trains from associating with typhoid
germs, it's failure to draw the color line
may be overlooked.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09
SHOOTING STARS.
Sure of u Nibble

The fisherman goes forth for sport;
He filings his line Alright;
And soon the gay mosquito comes.
That's when he gets a bite.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

Washington has not much to do with
political reform. But when it comes to
trolley reform it proposes to take its place
as a leader.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

There were only forty-seven men EN-
ployed upon the city post-office building
today. That Eelated iron is still out of
sight.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

Folks" said Uncle Eben. "am naturally
selfish. It's hah'd fob er man ter re'lize
dat ANYBODY else feels de hot weddah ez
much ez he do
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

Theodore Roosevelt calmly points to the
fact that he did not make the rules of the
game,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09
A Natural Pride.

ITS dreadful to see how the fashions
change" exclaimed Fido.
still, a well-governed mind need pay but
little attention to such things replied
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

The more tangible variety of wind-storm
is likely to take the attention of the West
off this Cyclone of silver sentiment"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

Thomas 3. Reed distinctly says nothing
and means ey cry word of it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

Maybe that's so. But. just the same, ]
do hate to be caught with my last years
tag on
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-07-09

DIn order to avoid delays, on nc
count of personal absence, letters to
THE STAR should not be addressed
to any individual connected with the
Office, but simply to THE STAR, or to
the Editorial or business Depart
ment", according to tenor or purpose.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
Personal and Other Items.

city Assessor Charles Yoos, John Mar
chant, Frederick Warnke. and James
Wademan are on hunting tour at Star-
rucca.
Rev. Hugh Davies Bible class met last
evening at the Welsh Calvinistic Method
ist church.
The voters Of the two districts of the
Fifteenth ward will meet In regular ward
caucus on Saturday, Dec. IA, between the
hours of and Z o'clock.
The Sons of Veterans, Camp No. g.
Lieutenant Ezra Griffin post. held a sue
cessful entertainment and social last even
ing in Mears' hail. The programme in
cluded some very entertaining numbers.
After those present had enjoyed the feast
or song and witticisms. dance was held
from 10 till 2 O'Clock. Miss Curran fur
nished music.
The young people who presented the
cantata, "A Visit to Grandpa" last evening
In the First Welsh Baptist church, should
produce the pretty little entertainment in
some other section of the city, II only for
the purpose OF showing what West Side
talent can do In this line. Last nights
performance was successful. The little
ones sing sweetly and the music Is un-
usually catchy. Miss Martha Davis and
Morris Thomas. In the leading parts.
displayed much dramatic talent and Miss
sarah Lewis sang In a pleasing voice.
Miss Lizzie Hughes was accompanist.
Mrs. Thomas Evans. of Wilkes. Barre.
is the guest of friends here
Glasses 10 and Is of the First Welsh
Baptist church Sunday school will give an
Indigo social on Christmas evening.
The funeral Of the late Robbie Bass
was held yesterday. The friends of the
family attended the obsequies in large
numbers and the floral offerings testified
to the love in which boy was held
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
West Side business Directory

FLOWERS. FOR THE HoLIDAYs-At
10 South Main avenue, near jackson
street. Funeral designs a speciality.
Harriet NJ. Davis. manager.
GET THE MAJESTIC OIL STOVE.
Grand Parlor, Mystic Easter and Dock.
ash Ranges, 20 per cent saved, r. ].
Hughes. agent, 1A South Main avenue.
BICYCLES repaired, scissors ground,
tools sharpened, saws fled keys fitted,
machines repaired by W. L. Steenback,
dealer IN Guns, Fishing Tackle under
West Side bank.
TOGRAPHER-Cabinet Photos, $40
per dozen. They are Just lovely. Con-
vince yourself by calling at Starner's
Photo Parlors. 10l and 103 South Main
avenue.
BARBER--Hair cutting and shaving done
In frst-class manner at John II. Reyn-
old's Barber Shop, ct Fairchilds Hotel
GROCERIES-Revere Standard Java Ccf-
fee ID unexcelled. The leading coffe of
the day. For sale only at r. W. Mason
& CO. Fine Groceries. il6 South Main
SECOND HAND FURNITURE-cash for
anything you have to sell. Furniture.
stock 0, J. G. King, 1924 and 1925 Jack
son street.
PLUMBING-Willia d. Grifiths, l13
North Main aveLue, does hrst-class
Plumbing, Steam Heat and Gas Fitting.
Satisfaction H. strictly guaranteed.
Special sale of Holiday Wines for fam
lily use. 8 cents per quart, at James F.
Bests, 3W Cedar avenue. .1,1 So
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
FLASHED FROM THE WIRES,

The dynamite gun tests al the Colder
Gate, CAL, were very satisfactory, ont
shell shattering the side Of a mountain.
BY the death of his uncle, John Michaels
at New Orleans. Henry Ramp, a Water
1fry Comm butcher, inherits 100000.
sAfter kissing his wife goodbye. Henry
Brown, New York weaver. who had
long been III, shot himself In his room.
In a fit of jealousy Michael Lennihan
paper mill employe at Orono. Me.
wounded Grace Griffin and then shot him
self fatally.
A pardon was granted by Governor
Brown, of Kentucky, to Hume Clay. the
forger. who forged his grandfather's
name for sS0.0OO F"'
John Kiefel, q Carbon Qnd.) jeweler
who knew Schlatter. the ''healer," In
Switzerland, says that he went crazy II
trying to discover perpetual motion.
Ghouiish students Of the Kansas Medi-
col college. at Topeka. stole the body OF
Mrs. J. o. Van Fleet from the coffin, and
8. A. Johnson Is under arrest for the
crime.
In trying to make peace between Lucy
Cook and Annie Devine In Q quarrel over
lovers at Ballston Spa, N. Y, Lily Wick.
erage was slightly wounded in the head
by bullet from Miss Cooks pistol.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
FIENDlsH POLICE JUSTICE.
He Is Charged with the Attic mpt OF Sow
era1 Crimes. ,

er0l CTlmcS. faf.
Detroit. Mich. Dec. 1.-THE grand
jury this afternoon returned an indict-
ment against Police Justice X. Blair
Simpson, charging him with attempted
criminal assault. The complainant Is
Miss Anna Hewlett. who told story OF
a frightful struggle with the justice OF
the police to save her honor. She was
in bed for two weeks afterwards In a
physicians care as the result of the as
sault. Simpson was brought from jail
and arraigned in the Wayne county Cir
cult court as soon as the indictment was
returned. He pleaded not guilty and
was held to the recorders court in $1,000
bail.
This Is the third charge of the same
kind made against this official within
two weeks. The police claim to have
several others yet to be brought for
ward,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12

decision reached that no one candidate
will be allowed to monopolize q hotel.
The rates will not be raised during the
convention. Apartments have been Sc
cured at the Southern Hotel by Reed.
Mckinley and Alger, while Allison is
| booked at the Lindell.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
THE DURANT CASE.

Judge Murphy viii Sign the Death War.
rant Forthwith.
San Francisco. Dec. 11.-Judge Muir
ply this morning denied the application
for writ Of probable cause in the Dur
ant case and said he would sign the
death warrant forthwith. At the request
Of General Dickinson. however. he put
the matter Off untiflate this afternoon,
but no longer.
At the conclusion Of the proceedings
General Dickinson stated that by an ar
rangement with the district attorney
the Minnie Williams case would be
taken up early in January.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
Ia oar dreaf 0csndksther,s nine.


a little now and then, with a gentle,
cleansing laxative, thereby renlovng Of
Tending matter from the stomach and
bowels, toning up and invigorating the
liver and quickening its tardy action,
and you thereby remove the cause of a
multitude of distressing diseases, sucli as
headaches, indigestion, or dyspepsia,
biliousness, piriples, blotches, eruptions.
boils, constipation, piles, fistulas and
,ialadies too numerous to mention.
Ifpeople would pay more attention to
properly regulating the action of their
bowels, they would have less fire.
uuent occasion to call for their doctors
services to subdue attacks of dangerous
diseases.
That, of all known agents to accom-
plisli this purpose, DR.. Pierce's Pleasant
Pellets are unequaled, is proven by the
fact that once used. they are always in
favor. Their secondary effect is to keep
tile bowels open and regular not to fur
tlier coistipate, as is the case with other
pills. Hence. their great popularity,
with sufferers from liabitual constipation,
piles and indigestion.
A free sample of the Pellets" to 7
doses) on trial, is mailed to any address,
postpaid, OH receipt Of name and address
on postal card.
Address, WORLDS DIsPENsARY MEDI-
CAL. ASSOCIATION, Buffalo, N. Y.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
Choral Causes death.

Baltimore. Nd, Dec. l1.-Charles H.
Hinel. 80 years Of age. of York. Pa. was
found unconscious In his room in the ST.
Charles hotel tonight and died before
medical aid could reach him. An over
dose Of chloral and morphine caused his
death. Hinel was a lawyer. He is said
to have been drinking freely during his
weeks stay at the St. Charles.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
PASTOR CHUBB ESCAPES.

After Being Convicted of q Serious
Crime. lie Settles the Case.
Norristown, Pa, Dec. n.-ReF. s. n.
Chubb. pastor Of the United Evangelical
church of Plymouth township, who was
convicted in October for an alleged as
sault on Rachel Hiltner, youthful
member of his congregation, and who
was subsequently granted new trial,
will never ce'another jury on the SEN
sational charge.
The case has been settled by the pros
ecution withdrawing the charge, and
Mr.. Chubb paying the costs.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
Better Than shooting Ducks.

Washington, Dec. 11.-Mrs. Cleveland
and Secretary Of State Olney. with sew
eral friends. occupied box at the Ma
tional theater this evening and greatly
enjoyed the performance of Francis Will
sou In his opera, 1.-The Cheftain."
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
After the Body .sustchers.

Topeka, Kan, Dec. 11-A mob is now or
ganizing to raid Kansas Medical college,
where stolen bodies have lately been
found. Governor Morrill, has called out
Battery b, stationed here, and called on
Lawrence troop to hold itself in readiness
for orders. sr
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
Mystery CnraYcllcd.

Easton, Pa. Dec. 1.-THE remains Of
the woman who was found dead on Marble
Hill, near Fhillipsburg, N. j., on Nov. q
last, were today identified as those Of
Miss Susan Ross. of Belvidere, n. j.. aged
Is years. The remains were exhumed to-
day and Identified by relatives.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
They WIN Ne Moderate.

Vienna Dec. 1.-THE Neu Fret Presse
has a dispatch from Constantinople say
ing that the representatives Of the powers
have informed the Sultan that they do
not intend to make practical use of the
firmans granted for the passage of addi-
tsonal guardships into the Bosphorus.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
Companies Make Excuse s

Harrisburg. Pa, Dec. 1.-THE attorney
general has served notice upon twenty
nine delinquent railroad corporations ow-
ing to their failure to make reports to the
secretary Of internal affairs. Several OF
the companies are making all manner of
excuses In order to avoid payment Of the
S. OOO
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
piles! piles! Itching piles!

Symptoms--Moisture intense itching
and stinRing; most at night; worse by
scratching. II allowed to continue tu-
mors form. which often bleed and ulcer
ate, becoming very sore. swayne's
Ointment stops the itching and bleed
Ing, heals liberation. and In most cases
removes the tumors. At druggists, or
BY mail, for 80 cents. DR.. Swayne 4
Son. Philadelphia.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
MlNSTRELS SHAKEN UP.

Special Car COllides with a Freight.
George Wilson Seriously Hurt.
Belleville. ILL.,. Dec. 11.--A special car
occupied by the members of the AL. G..
Field Minstrel company, was damaged
by collision with freight car in the
Cairo Short Line yards this morning.
George Wilson was thrown from the
platform and sustained fractured arm
and q dislocatiOn Of his collar bone.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
Durrnut,s. Doy of execution,

San Francisco, Dec. 11.-Judge Murphy
this afternoon fixed Feb. q, 1896. as the
date for the execution of w. II. T. Durant,
convicted Of the murder of Blanche La
mont in April last. The motion for a stay
Of proceedings will be passed upon tomor-
row,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
HILARITY AT ST. LOUIS.
Enthusiasm Over tho Capture Of tho Re
Dubljcau Convention Continues,

publican Convention Continues.
st. Louis. Mo-, Dec. 11.-Local enthu-
siasm over the capture of the Republi-
can national convention has not abated.
The deluge of outside orders for hotel
accommodations began Immediately
upon the committees decision and still
continues. So large were some Of the
demands that an informal meeting Of
hotel proprietors was held today and a
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
prohibitiou convention

Chicago. Dec. 11..-At the meeting today
Of the national executive committee Of the
Prohibition party II was voted to hold the
national convention at Pittsburg on
May q.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
SUED SUSAN FEATHERS
And bertha Berger VIII Now Have to
Pay tho Costs.

Pay tho Costs.
Altoona, Pa, Dec. 11.-Some time ago
Bertha Berger, a prepossessing maiden
Of MOrrison's Cove, sued Susan c.
Feathers to recover $4,000 damages
from the defendant for slander. Today
the jury gave verdict in favor Of the
defendant and imposed the costs on
Miss Berger.
The action grew out of certain state
ments made by the defendant concern
ing the prosecutrix.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12
SCRANTON and TAYLOR.
WEST SIDE EVENTS.
Fourth Anniversary Of West Side Con-
slave Of heptasophs Celebrated IN
Ivorite Hall on South Main Avenue.

sFraternity" is one of the trinity OF
Watchwords of the Improved Order Oh
Heptasophs, and the sentiment was GER
tainly manifested last night at gath
ering of the West Side conclaVe, NO
2ll, in commemoration of the fourth an
niversary of the lodge. About one nun
dred men were present at the meetihs'
which was held In Ivorite hail. on South
Main avenue. In the early part OF the
evening officers were elected Tor the en-
suing year as follows: Archon, ID. l,
Phillips; provost, Roger Evans; secre-
tary, w. NJ. Darling; flnancier. E. f.
Evans; treasurer +. d. Jones; inspec-
tor, w. L. Campion; warder. "A. f.
Vorhies; sentinel. oliver Raub; trustees.
John Edwards, John N. Evans, John
Davis.
After the business meeting a social
time was spent. Music on instruments
was given by Harry Edwards and Isaac
Price. Professor George Howell, SUPER
intendent of public schools. was the
principal speaker of the evening. His
subject was "Heptasophs." and dur
ing his remarks he dwelt upon his ia
vorite theme Heart Culture" In the
who followed Professor Howell. he was
complimented in the highest terms. The
Electric City Quartette sang several
songs. They were received with much
applause. c. g. Boland spoke about the
benefits Of the order and its progress
after which luncheon was served. At
terward the late evening was passed in
speechmaking and general good cheer,
The West Side conclave is in q pros
porous condition. It has 10S members
on Its roll. Last evening gold pins
were distributed in honor of the ami
Versary. 1t was thoroughly enjoy
able event. f. D. Jones presided in the
absence Of Archon George 8. SAKE.
Cambrisns Tonight.
The Cambrian Glee club a recently
organized singing society, composed of
some OF our best known vocalists, will
give an entertainment this evening for
the benefit Of st. David's church. The
anair will be held in st. David's hall.
on North Main avenue John f. Lewis
Will be conductor and Miss Norma VIII
liams accompanist. The following is
the programme:
Piano seleotion.... Miss Norma Williams
song melody divine. Stephens
Male selection. "Annie Laurie" Cambrians
Song, Good Night. My Love-"
Mrs. Brundage
Song, MY Old Goodbye. 1T. Abrams
song comic. ic................ Joseph Gray
Male selection, Chimes. .. .Cambrians
Duet, Songs of Praise the Angels
Sing"
Mrs. Brundage, Miss Maggie Jones
PART II. fHs . .
Song. Promise of Life. Miss Jones
song, Holy Vision" "........ William Evans
Duet. selected.
Messrs. Stephens and RicharG.,
Song. selected. Miss Browen Joseph
Song. selected. ..........W William J. Davies
oohe' comic. c........,...... Joseph Gray
Duet, Two Forest Ny1nphs."
The Misses Joseph
Final. "The Soldiers chorus"C am brians
The Fair and supper Opaned.
The ladies of the Washburn Street
Presbyterian church conducted a sup
per and fair last evening in the church.
The affair will be continued this and
tomorrow evenings. Last night a large
crowd attended and the outlook for a
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-12-12

.'tiow the Brigadisr Played Tor !, :
K1dfdon,," A new story by Conan
DoSle. WIZ bsgtn Ia toaaorrow's TIL