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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
VENICE ILLUSTRATED.
Fourth Lecture Of the Series by Professor
W. Hudson Shaw.

Fourth Lecture Of the Series By Professor
W. Hudson Shaw.
The fourth of Professor w. Hudson
Shaw's lectures on Venice, delivered in
Young Mems Christian association hall
last evening, was profusely illustrated.
1t was divided into two parts, one IL
consideration of Venetian architecture,
as typical in the church of st. Mark
and the Doge's palace; and the other !
reference to the tragic fate of the un-
fortunate doge Marino Faliero.
ST. Marks, the finest church in the
world, dates historically from 1885.
Previous to that, its site was occupied
by structure built in Sl3 and entirely
destroyed in 976 The speaker sketched
the progress of the building of the pres
ent St. Marks; pointed out, by means
of Illustrations, the various types of
architecture represented in II, with the
Byzantine predominant but the Gothic
frequently outcropping; and tlttingly
drew attention to the influences which
the building of this Incompatible treas
ure-hOuse of artistic adornments exert
ed in shaping the character of the
Venetian people.
The story of Marino Faliero's revolt
from the aggressions of the commercial
nobility and of his stoical execution for
treason at the head of the grand stair
way leading to the ducal palace were
narrated from the viewpoint of plain
history, as contrasted with the Byronic
legend. The speaker paid high tribute
to the pure character of Venetian jus
. 4 a, i,.I, h. nf iyl
was ever traversed by innocent prison
ers.
The lecture. which was largely at
tended, was one of the most instructive
of the series.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
MIR. GILBRIDE'S PLAY.
City Government Presented in an Accept.
able Manner NJ Academy of Music.

CITY Government Presented in an Accept.
able Manner NJ Academy of Music.
The first performance of NJ. j Gil
brides city Government" was given
at the Academy Of Music yesterday
afternoon To an audience that made up
in enthusiasm what it lacked in num-
bers. The play deals in satire upon
the manner in which elections are con-
Quoted in Scranton and contains many
local hits that aroused loud applause
yesterday. The willOwy maiden who is
pursued by the villain does not appear
in city Government" but the action
centers about Mr.. Lynn, the boycotted
labor leader, who has been obliged to
turn gambler in order to get living.
At the opening of the drama Lynn has
decided to accept the nomination for
city treasurer and run against Il
wealthy mill owner who has held the
office for many years.
Boodlers, ward politicians, police and
tramps appear during the progress OF
the play, which terminates in the cleo
ton of the labor leader and the arrest
of the eX-treasurer, who has wasted
public funds in Wall street specula-
tions.
owing to the failure Of Bauer's or
chestra to return from Carbondale In
time for the first act, the speciality work
by Miss Grayson was omitted. The
first presentation, however, moved
smoothly and the efforts Of the players
were met by enthusiastic applause.
The evening performance attracted a
large audience ana passed off even
more smoothly than that of the after
noon. 1t was the opinion OF those VINO
saw the drama that 1t far exceeded ex-
pectations. Tonight Mr.. Gilbride's 9TH
er play. without Name Will be
produced by the same company.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

cal connection with glass covered dice
case which stood on shelf in the cigar
store, but said that 1t was never used
for playing. He said he is an electri
clan and had been experimenting, but
had not perfected the thing.
The reporter was informed by police
officials that Notwithstanding Wake
mans statement, electricity was used
in controlling the movements of the
dice and that scores of the unwary had
been relieved of various sums in play
ing the game. In this connection
Wakeman denies that the place Is any
thing but the cigar store it pretends
to be and says he proposes to replevin
his table, shelf and electrical fixtures
now in possession of the police.
In Sundays police court Wakeman,
Edwards and Duffy waived hearing
and furnished $500 bail each to appear
at the June session of court.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

itan Comedy company at the FrothinS-
ham. For tomorrow's and Saturdays
matinee ten cents admission only will
be charged to any part Of the house.
The company opened its engagement
to full house last night in THE Fugi-
tive" II four-act melodrama, and II the
individual ability of the company and
its repertoire is any criterion the the
ater will be full at each performance
j. f.. Nugent, the proprietor, is an actor
of many years experience and has with
him Miss Daisy Chaplin, a successful
soubrette, who is young, attractive and
has a voice; G. b. Hawkins, comedian
Miss Maud Muller and number of
other clever people
\ fair and deserving comment upon
the company's initial performance is,
that it offered a greater return proper
tionately for 10, 20 and 80 cents than
often results from performances where
higher prices of admission are charged.
"a Royal Pardon" will be presented
tonight and at tomorrow's matinee, and
"Fanchon the Cricket tomorrow night.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
CHANGEIN WELL KNOWN FIRM
Col. II. A. Coursen Rctircs from Conrseu,
Clcmons N Co. and Mr.. VI. J. OMallcy

The long-established firm, Coursen
Clemons q Co., china, crockery and
glassware dealers, changed somewhat,
the senior member, Colonel III. A. Cour-
sen retiring. The other members were
Sheriff +. II. Clemons, Charles c. Fer
Der and James Blair,
The firm has been reorganized under
the name the Clemons, Ferber, OMal-
ley company, limited. The new mem
Der is NJ. J. O'Malley, of Wyoming ave-
nue.. who has been travelling salesman
for the company and IL one of the most
thorough and popular business men in
this region.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
GRAND JURY MEETS.
George A. Fuller Named as Foreman OF
It-COnstables of the County Make
Their Returns to the Court.


Their Returns TO the Court.
Grand jury week opened yesterday
for the March term, Judge Gunster pre-
siding. The jurors assembled in the
main court room at 10 o'clock and were
sworn by Deputy Clerk of the Courts
Thomas =. Daniels. Judge Gunster ap-
pointed George A. Fuller foreman and
briefly charged the jury. The court did
not make any extended remarks. briefly
outlining to the jury their duties.
After the jury retired TO pass upon
indictments the various constables
made their bow to the court and re-
ported the condition Of the roadways,
the moral health of the people, and
whether or not any mountain dew has
been sold Illegally. The great majority
of these conscientious wardens of the
peace had nothing to report in the way
Of Illegal liquor selling.
Constable William Som, Of Throop
borough, said in his return that he be-
lieved that one Hugh Battle, in his dis
trict, sells the juice Of the grape with
out license to do so, but he has no
proof to convict Battle. The names of
several citizens whom the constable
saw going into Battles refreshment
parloTs are given TO the court.
Constable Timothy Jones, of the Fifth
ward, Of this city, returned the names
of Patrick Feeney, Mrs. Patrick Feeney
and Kate Mulherin as violatOrs Of the
liquor law. These people are now under
bail, having been corralled by County
Detective Thomas Leyshon. The third
and last return of violator of the
liquor law was made by Constable r. L.
Craig, Of the First ward of Blakely bor-
ough. The name of Walter Brownlee
was given into the court as one who
conducts speak easy" The three re-
turns We're referred to the district attor-
ney and will be laid before the grand
jury
The jury will be called upon to place
the responsibility of the murder of Vito
Lauisso upon some ones shoulder. The
list of transcripts from the justices OF
the peace of the county has not beer
very heavy.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
SS5 REWARD!

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, 1895-03-19
STRONG COMEDY COMPANY.
VIII BE Seen ut Frothinghsm All This
Week.

Seldom In the recent history Of Scran-
ton theaters has there been such an
opportunity offered as now to see in
teresting. competent and clean drama
presented by company of good ability
at admission. prices OF 10. 20 and 30
cents. Such an opportunity will be
offered the balance of the week during
the engagement OF Nugents Metropol-
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
Low BRIGGS.

The Turkish rug sale was not success
the first day. not realizing duties and eN-
pcnscs. Still many being sold. The sale
will continue today at 1880 Il. IN. and ana
s p. m. Such an opportunity VIII never
present itslef to buy fine goods at such low
prices,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

For earache put a couple of drops OF
Thomas Eclectrlc OIL on a bit of cotton
and place It In the ear. The pain win stop
It? -
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

Are you paying too much for plumbing =?
Our. telephone is 22i2. Try us. W. G.
Doud d Co., 500 Lacka. ave.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

tributed largely to the great success
of the play. and foremost among them
must mentioned the pickaninny band,
fourteen ebony-hued youngsters who
execute all the popular airs in man.
ner that is at once startling and cap
tivating. This play has no connection
whatever with "Old Kentuck."
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

Special attention and private dining
rooms for dinner parties at Lohmann's,
Spruce street. Service and cuisine unex-
celled In this city. -,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

The visit of I'm Old Kentucky" to
this city on Thursday evening at the
Academy of Music has aroused more
interest among theare-goers than any
announcement of recent date. This is
the play which occupied the Academy
of Music in New York all last season
and succeeded in packing the big
theatre nightly. The several entirely
new features introduced doubtless con-
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
stuart Is ENOnerated.

Coroner Kelley went to Jermyn yes
terday afternoon and swore the follow
ing as jurors to inquire into the case
David +. Jones, J. w Grant, w. G. Nc
Closkey, T.. l.. Barrett, william Scutt
and Archie Martin. After hearing the
testimony of "A number of witnesses
they returned the following verdict:
I'VE find that William Vaughan came
to his death by injuries caused by gun
in the hands of Edward Stuart. which
was accidentally discharged We fur
ther eXonerate Edward Stuart from all
blame in the matter"
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
He killed HIS FRIEND
Edward Stuart Was Trying to Shoot
Pigeon.
DID NOT SEE WILLIAM VAUGHAN
lie Fired and the Charge Entered the Back
OF Vaughan's Head. killing Him In.
stantiy-COroncr's Jury ExOncratGd
Stuart from All Blame.

william Vaughan, aged 10, of Jerrlyn
was accidentally shot and killed near
his home at II o'clock yesterday morn
ing by Edward Stuart, a young man
about the same age as Vaughan.
James Whtebeck, David Elkins, and
William Vaughan We're on the hill!iide
to the west of the town trying their
skill at craftsmanship, the object b cing
pigeon with clipped wings owned by
Whitebeck. Several shots had been
fired when the party was joined by Ed
ward stuart, who was returning with
his gun from hunt on the noun tain
side.
Stuart wanted to try his skill and was
allowed to do SO. Whitebeck threw the
bird into the air and Elkins shot, but
missed Stuart then took aim and as
the bird swept around in graceful
curve, descending gradually toward the
ground, Stuart followed it with the
mu22le of the gun until it was in line
with Naughan's head, when, failing to
see his companion, he pulled the trigger.
Charge Entered Head.
The charge entered Vaughan's head,
shattering the skull in a frlghtful man
then fell forward on his face. The
young men ran to his PROSTATE body
and found that the heavy load of shell
shot had literally blown the back part
of his head off, scattering his brains
with it. Vaughan was dead when thty
reached him. The body was taken 10
the home of Naughan's parents, about
200 yards from the scene of the accident.
The victim was the oldest Of a family
of four boys about 10 years of age, who
came from Wales to Mayfield about a.
year ago. stuart was a warm friend OF
his victim and is almost Frustrated by
the sad occurrence. He says that he
dc not know Vaughan was so near
and was 50 intent on his aim at the
bild that he saw nothing of his COM
panon and did not realize the danger
until he heard the shout when it was
too late.
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Snccinl Prices

to close out our sheet music and small
musical Instruments. j. l.. STELLE,
- 1884 Wyoming avenue,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
DAMAGED
BY WATER.

Owing to the bursting of water
main in the street in front of our
store, by which our basement was
Hooded to the depth of six feet
with water, we have had about
$4,000 worth of goods damaged,
consisting OF a large line OF
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

Theatre-goers are to have a glimpse
next month of that Great, big extrav-
aganza," introducing Palmer Cox's
Brownies" which has held New York
in its charm all winter, and which is
just now breaking all records of big
business on its tour. No play or enter
tainment during the last decade has
left the Metropolis sa enthusiastically
endorsed by press and public. 1t is
sufficient to say that 1t will be pre-
sented at The rockingham in all its
vast entirety, including scenic equip
ment, music, specialties, mechanical,
calcium and electrical effects, and all
the beautiful ballets.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
IN LOCAL TIlEATERS.

The Irish champion. Peter Moher,
whom John l.. Sullivan says is the
hardest hitter in the ring and the COM
ing champion, will hold the boards at
the Academy of Music on Wednesday
evening in conjunction with his COM
pany of Vaudeville stars, of which
there are ten; big specialties; acts of
great merit. At the conclusion Maher
will meet Harry Courtwright. of Scran-
ton, four rounds, while Billy Hennessy
will take on James Judge.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19

Is guaranteed to be the
equal of the exclusive
hatters' 81 and S. ones;
i'll fact, the only differ
ence is that ours have our
name instead of the max
er's i'll the crown, but
that is a sufficient guar
antee that they are satls-
factory.
We also have at $2.oo
the best Derby ever Of
fered at that price. All
the leading shapes and
colors.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-03-19
Remember -,r

These goods are all this
Springs Styles, and no such
opportunity to buy cheap
will ever occur again.
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13

The richest man in the world TO-
day is said to be Barney Barnato. the
Esffir king. Several years ago Bar.
1ato. who is circus performer. went
TO South Africa with q trick donkey.
While there be got chance TO make
= small speculation in the then recent
~ discovered katfr mines. 1t was
successful. and he pushed his luck, :"
buying and selling Katiir stock, until
he had amassed considerable for
tune. With this he went to London
and engineered one OF the greatest
booms OF the century. kaffir stocks
have gone up to unhearj-of values.
meu and women fight on the stock
exchanges for them. and Barnato has
amassed a fortune OF f1O0, 100000.
The ''Kaffir king" is said to be so ig-
uorant he can scarcely write his
name. but nc lives like prince and
is the most-taiked-of and sought
after man in London society.
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13
4 style IL Wanted.

Forty girls in forty styles Of cycling
costumes were on exhibition to wo.
men only, in Philadeiphia, the other
day. at a session of the women's con-
gress. Every sort of costume was
represented - boomers OF all length:
and sizes, ample and scant; divided
skirts, bifurcated in various styles,
and an abundance Of different sorts
of plain skirt costumes. The dresses
were the work of big firms in the city
and committee OF the congress In.
vestigated the merits OF the variou:
styles, with view to a report o.
some kind. A bicycle was fastened
firmly on the stage. and on this many
of tho girls illustrated the appearance
and advantages Of their particular
costume in actual wheeling practice
No decision was made.
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13

\ dog that chews tobacco. and likes
il, is owned by Philadelphia butcher.
1t has been chewing for about three
years, since it was a puppy, and is
now SO addicted TO the habit that it
can't get along without daily dose
of the weed. Its owner started it in
the habit by giving it chunks of to-
baccO when it was a puppy, aud the
animal at once took to it. 1t will
chew only plug tobacco. and will not
touch fine cut. 1t holds the tobacco
between its forepaws and sucks all
;he juice out OF it. The animal is
:eally more OF a good example than a
iamentable instance OF depravity. for
It does not spit on the floor or any
where else. The dog canno: be
blamed for having the chewing habit;
the bad example was set by men, and
The puppy wanted to be smart and do
.hings that men do.
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13
Ths ADuls of Love-

There ia al 0:i sso.y that has Q
laugh and Il tear n IL OF lwo little
street gamins, one OF whom had an
apple, and his companion asked /:
"Say. Bill, won't you give mo bite
of tie core?" To which the other re-
piled: They amt goin' to te no
core.' Somebody has been telling
that story down in the Pecos valley.
in New Mexico. where apples grow
as big and tender as the hearts OF the
people, and carload OF red beauties
have been shipped to Chicago for free
distribution among the little walls,
who know only about the cores OF
other peoples good things. The first
lot were given out recently and an
other lot will be sent for Christmas.
That is the kind OF tracts that go to
the right place. hungry children are
more interested in their stomachs
than they are in their souls, and even
q very distinguished person in the
scriptures, who had got enough OF
empty protestations, said: Stay me
with apples, for am sick OF love-
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13
Gu: Down In His Y"ufh.

IL is a sad thought to people OF
poetical temperaments that romance
is being crushed out Of modern life.
Take suicide, for instance. That has
been the undisputed privilege OF all
unhappy lovers since Romeo, yet
things have now come TO such pass
that about the only resource left the
unfortunate swain is to take Rough
on Rats. A case in point Is that OF Il
youth in Pennsylvania. He loved.
but his mother disapproved OF hit
choice and refused to sign an app!ica-
tion for his marriage license. The
unhappy lover attempted suicide
by hanging. but his mother cut
him down. He then ran out OF
the house and To a store, where
he purchased another rope. The
Leighbors saw him, and. assisted by
the police, gave chase down the viz
lage street. The race is said to have
been record breaker, and the youth
was finally captured in the house OF
his sweetheart. where he had taken
refuge, and she guaranteed that he
would make no further attempt on his
life. Give a man that much in love
rope enough and he is bound to hang
himself.
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13

Early in the war. says an army
story teller, before Lee had demon
strated his pre-eminence as the south
crn leader. he was severely criticised
on more than one occasion by cer-
tain General Whiting. Whiting had
stood at the head OF his class at West
Point, aud was considered q very
bright and capable man. One day
President Davis, wishing an officer for
some important command, called upon
Lee for advice. "What do you think
OF Whiting?" asked Davis. Lee an
swered without hesitation, recon-
mending Whiting as one OF the ablest
men in the army, we'll qualified In
every way for even the most respon-
sible position. One OF the officers
present was greatly surprised, aud at
the first opportunity drew Lee aside.
Don't you know what unkind things
Whiting has been saying about you?"
he inquired. Lees answer was OF the
best. II understood. said he. "that
the president desired to know my
opinion of Whiting, not Whiting g
opinion OF me-"
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13
Prom r f<lui.

Ono OF the most interesting "new
women" OF the hour is the Armenian
Princess Beglarion. who. with wealth
and social position to tempt her into
idleness, has begun to achieve fame
10 the east as doctor. She studied
medicine in Lerno, went into the ohol.
era hospitals Of Russia and did such
excellent work that the government
praised her, and when she carried
her doctors diploma home the sick
came from far and near to her father S
house TO consult her. On Sundays
she has as many as seventy patients.
She is now in Vienna buying the furp-
ishings for hospital she intends to
erect on her fathers estate. The
princess is only 26 years old, pretty.
black-eyed and graceful.
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13

The underwater section OF TIA
Blackwell tunnel under the Thames
has just been finished, the occasion
being celebrated 10y lunch in the
tunnel Itself. TO which 2000 persons
Sat down. The tunnel connects Green
wich on the south side OF tne river
with Poplar on the north, and is just
over a mile in length. Three thou
sand nine hundred and sixty-four feet
had to be driven by compressed air.
Of this 1909 feet on the north bank
remains to be done. so that the tunnel
will not be open for traffic till the
spring Of 1897. twas begun in March.
1892. While driving the shield under
the river bed. at one time only five
feet two inches Of gravel iGteryened
between the top OF the tunnel and the
water, and loads OF clay were dumped
into the river to preven. the water
from bursting through. The diameter
Of the tunnel is 27 feet. 6 feet moro
than that OF the st. Clair tunnel,
hitherto the largest ever built.
The Louisiana populist., 1895-12-13
- dcwaik Spitters.

What is the ofTeuse?" Splitting
On tho sidewalk, your honor" '1j
and costs. Next" That's the way
the police court records OF Cincinnati
arc going to read when Mrs. Gleason
and the women OF the Women's Civic
Lague get matters in their hands.
The league proposes to take an ac-
tive part in reforming the wicked
pork city, and By way OF inaugural
ing good government the presiden,
called upon the mayor recently aud
protested against tho way men were
allowed TO spit on the street. She
said il the horrid creatures couldn'i
be stopped from chewing tobacco they
might at least be made to use cuspi.
dors, which should be placed along
the sidewalk. The mayor meekly
asked how many to the block. and
she said the ladies thought five would
be enough.