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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
REGARD IT WITH FAVOR
District Attorneys of the State Will
Meet Here in July.
WILL ORGANIZE PERMANENTLY
District Attorney John X. Jones Is the
Person to Whom belongs the Dis.
tinctiOn OF Concciving
the Idea.

District Attorney John II. Jones has
conceived the idea of organizing the
district attorneys of Pennsylvania, and
has presented the plan To each of them.
at the same time rendering an invita-
tion to them to come to Scranton next
summer and effect an organization. Mr..
Jones has received answers from
majority of these gentlemen, and they
are enthusiastically in favor of coming.
He is in communication with the re-
nainder of them and anticipates an
unanimous sentiment when all the
heard from.
1t viii bring to the city a large num-
ber of distinguished lawyers, many of
whom have ECt been here before. and
there will be an opportunity for Scran-
ton to display her abundant advan-
tages and push and energy.
Mr.. Jones has not definitely fixed the
date. but approXimates that ii will be
on or about July 20. The visitors will
be here two days. The first will be
devoted to business and organization.
Permanent officers will be chosen and
a constitution and bylaws will be
adopted.
ABOUT MEMBERSHIP.
The office of district attorney being
al political one. the membership will be
of the incumbents expire. Their places
In the association will be taken by their
successors: or. perhaps, 1t will be made
to include eX-district attorneys as we'll
Judge Fl. NJ. Edwards will deliver an
address on the occasion. and promin-
ent members of the bar have also been
invited. some to speak and others to
prepare papers. In addition to this
there will be addresses given and pa
pers read by some of the visitors. From
this II will he seen that the occasion
will be one of more than passing i'm
portance.
The assembling will be probably in
the Academy of Music. though it Is
not decided. There are a number of
places which could be selected. and as
there is plenty of time yet ahead. this
along with the various other details
that such an event will make neces-
sary, will be attended to later by Mr.
Jones' who has undertaken to make the
visit one of great enjoyment to his
brethren Of the other counties. There
are sixty-seven counties In the state.
OVER THE GRAVITY.
An incident that will serve to i'm
press the visitors with the beauty of
our mountain scenery will be a trip
to Farview over the far-famed gravity
road Mr.. Jones will provide this for
them, and he will also be mindful to
give them an opportunity of seeing the
mills and the mines before their de-
parture.
At present nothing certain is known
about the details except what has now
been stated. The business of the courts
Is in statu quo during the summer and
it will enable all to come.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
THE WOMAN'S PAPER.
Advertising Space for 1t is Selling vcr
RnDiiiv.


Rapidly.
The space in the Woman's Paper is
going RAPIDLY and those who want to
advertise must arrange for it now.
Those who have secured SPACE should
send at once the copy of their adver-
tisements. The advertising committee
has an office at the Young Women's
Christian Association rooms on Wash
inSton venue.opposite the court house
where they are busy receiving and
placing advertising.
The circulating committee is now TAX
ing orders for the paper. Everybody
will want to get extra copies to send to
friends and If they will think over their
list of friends and decide on the num-
Der they wish to order, and do so be-
forehand it will be much better for
them and for the ladies who have
charge of the selling of papers.
The managers office at The Tribune
is taken possession of every afternoon
by the ladies of the editorial staff. who
are correcting proofs and editing ar
ticles. The character of the matter al
ready in msures the buyer of the
Wonan's Paper treat
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
AN EXCELLENT CONTRALTO.
Miss Mary Thomas. Who Will Sing Here
Next Monday Night.

ON next Monday evening. May II,
the music lovers of Scranton will be
afforded an opportunity to hear one
of the finest contralto soloists on the
modern concert stage, in the person of
Miss Mary Thomas. who achieved such
striking success in the Popular con-
certs at st. James hall, London.
Miss Thomas will be assisted by
Gwilym Thomas, II clear and resonant
basso; and by Theodore Hemberger.vio-
linist. Mrs. J. Alfred Pennington will
act as accomDanist. The concert will
be given in the Young Mems Christian
association hall, and tickets are now
for sale at Powell's music store.
Miss Thomas sang recently in Pitts
ton, and the verdict upon her work
was eulOgistic in the eXtre me. 1t is
said that she has one of the very best
contralto voices in the world, and her
control of 1t leaves nothing to be de-
sired
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
DICKSON BOROUGH CONTEST,



Attorneys II. W. Mulholland and
James f. Watkins. who have been an
pointed commissioners of the election
contest of the Second ward of Dickson
City borough, held their first session
yesterday in the arbitration room of
the court house. The contest has been
instituted by John +. Eley against
Fred Ries: Francis Sims against James
Caygill. both for the office of school d.
rector; and by George Ries against
John j. Aitken: and Joseph Hall against
NJ f. Fadden. both for the office of
town council
Attorney M. J. McAndrcw is steno-
grapher; EX-Judge w. IA. Stanton rep
resents the contestants and Attorney
Joseph O'Brien represents the respond
ents Eighteen persons who voted at
the election We're called in yesterday
and examined on their right to vote.
They are as follows: Henry Whithall.
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he made fitting reference to the long
and honorable life of the deceased, and
paid tribute to his worth as a Christian
and a man. He was firm In his faith.
devoted to his family. and. in>a humble
way. he tried To follow the narrow path
that leads to salvation. There was
lesson in his life that might well be
followed by those who desire to live an
upright life and fulfil the purposes for
which we were created.
The body was inferred I'm Dunmore
Catholic cemetery. The pall-bearers
were Andrew C. Farrell. William Glib
bons, Peter Foley. Martin Cannon and
Lawrence Howard, of Olyphant. and
William Lawler. of Jessup. The fu-
neral was one of the largest ever seen
in Olyphant.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
CHANGES IN CITY HALL.
Two New Men Go on Duty and One is
Promoted

Charles Rosar, of the South Side, a
former clerk in the Office of the recorder
of deeds, was yesterday made Il clerk
in the city controllers office to succeed
Charles House, who was appointed by
ex-Controller Widmayer.
City Engineer Phillips yesterday pro-
NOTED bis son. Frank l.. Phillips, to the
office of clerk made vacant by the
resignation of L. w. Costello. William
A. Schunk, of Pittston avenue. lately
employed in the draughting room at
the Cir works. succeeds to the office
of assistant clerk. Mr.. Schunk is a
protege of the South Side Robinsons.
George Heusner. formerly city as
SCISSORS clerk. takes Mr.. RQsar's place
in the recorders office.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
FUNERAL OF JOHN FADDEN.
A Wcli-known Citizen of Oiy phnnt Laid
ut Rest.

The funeral of the late John Fadden.
Of Olyphant. took place yesterday
morning from the residence of his
daughter. Mrs. Dennis I.awler of that
place. Long before the remains of the
deceased were removed from the house
hundreds who had known and respect
ed him in life had assembled to look
upon him for the last time and to pay
fitting honor to him in death
At 10 o'clock the remains We're taken
to- st. Patrick's church. where a high
mass of requiem was sung by Rev. r.
T.. Lavelle, of Pittston. a nephew of the
deceased. The benediction was pro-
nounced by Rev. p. j. Murphy, pastor
Of St Patrick's church. Olyphant.
After the. benediction Father MUIR
ply delivered an edifying and impress
sive eulogy. After speaking of the
discomfort that Is ever with US on our
journey through life and the constant
desire of the soul to meet It's creator,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
FIRST OFFICIAL ACT.
Alderman Howe Issues Warrants for
Negligent prOrcrtv Owners

Alderman John Y. Howe yesterday
began his duties as magistrate of the
Seventeenth ward During the day his
handsome office in the old Monies &
Pughe building corner of Lackawanna
and Washington avenues. were visited
by many of his friends who called in to
see how gracefully he wore the essen
tial magistrate dignity.
His first official act was to issue Il
warrant for the arrest of w. H. Pierce
for connecting his Centre street prop
erty with the sewer without first se-
curing Il permit from the street COM
missioner. Another warrant charging
the saline ofiense was issued for Thomas
Carroll. of LuZerne street.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
CLOSING ENTERTAINMENT.
Will BE Given At the =. W. e.. A. Gymna.
SiUIn.

The gymnasium connected with the
Young Women's Christian association
will be open this evening to both ladies
and gentlemen. IL closing enterta inment
being given which will prove pleasant
for all who attend. The programme is
as follows:
/. Music .....Messrs Doersam and Eiplc
.. PiG2icati chorus ...... Childrens class
3. Swedish drill ............... Ladies' class
l. Music ...... Messrs. Doersain and kiplc
:, Life of Michael Angelo, illustrated
with stereopticon ........A. V. Bower
The gymnastic exercises given will
show something of the daily class work
of the gymnasium. Mr.. Bowers lee
ture combines entertainment with in
struction. and will be treat for all
lovers of art
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05

Richard Barron, Henry Single. William
Peckowski, Michael Letkiewicy, John
Nicholson. William ID. Moses, George
Bailey, Martin Deichmiller, Louis God
elevidge, Joseph Gilgallon. Ben Lewis.
Frank Malone. Andrew Ratawfas.
Joseph Wilkinson. John Palmer.
The hearing adjourned until tomor-
row morning at = O'Clock. Martin Woy-
sinner acted as interpreter in the case.
There are a large number OF witnesses
yet to be heard on the part of the con-
opf
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
REV. CAMBELL. EVANS.
Editor of The Tribune.

r.HtoT VI Inc lflDuile.
The following appeared In the Drych.
Welsh paper: REV. Cambell Evans. II
the Chicago Institute, has been invited to
occupy the pulpit at Iddyville and Gwin,
churches. Iowa, for the next four Sun
days. The rumor that Mr.. Evans gave
up the idea of preaching is groundless.
Mr.. Evans is well known in this vicinity
and has formed Il character to be an hon.
or for his nation In different aspects.
While at the Institute i'm Chicago he was
invited to be "a missionary in Indian Ter
ritory." 1t will be n source of pleasure 10
his numerous friends to learn of his sue
cess. Francis Palmer,
Prlceburg, Lackawanna county.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
Rheumatism Cured in n nny.

"Mystic Cure for rheumatism and
neuralgia radically cures in one to
three days Its action upon the system
is remarkable and mysterious. 1t re-
moves at once the cause and the dis
ease Immediately disappears. The first
dose greatly benefits. Is cents. Sold
by Carl Lorenz, druggist, AIS Lacka-
wanna avenue. Scranton.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
LETTERS FROM TIE PEOPLE.

[Under this heading short letters of in
terest will be published when accompa-
MED, for publication. by the writer's
name. The Tribune will not be held re-
sponsible for opinions here eXpressed.l
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
SUITS
AND .0VERCOAIS
s~ S'VSahVe
For Men, BOYS 0Dd Children

An elegant assortment at prices that
are very low considering the quality,
makeup, etc, is being shown at our
store. lfyOu are thinking Of buying
Spring Suit cal | in and look at our
stock-it will do you good, and us
too, of course. We are almost sure
you will buy-cannot resist.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
AN INTERESTING POEM,

The March number Of the Commercial
Travellers Home Magazine contained a
graceful little pcom from the pen of
Arthur l.. Collins, of this city. which
will be appreciated by those whose busi-
hess takes them afar. 1t is entitled
OUR GUARDIAN ANGELS.
Oh, sweet is the kiss of the dear little
wife,
Her arms about you entwininy!
Oh. sweet are the kisses of dear little
ones,
Whose love your heart Is enshrining!
Mid the hurry and hustle and strife Of he
road
Like a note of song from the blessed
abode.
These heaven-sent kisses of children and
wife
Sweeten and soften and hallow our life.
WONDERFUL. are the cures accom-
plished by Hoods Sarsaparilla and yet 1t
Is only because Hoods Sarsaparlla. the
one true blood purifier. makes pure. rich.
healthy blood.
HOODS PILLS for the liver and bow
els act easily. yet promptly and eff.
ciently.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05

Pillsbury's Flour mi. 8 have q capac.
ity Of 1850 barrels a Cay. -
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
the KELLEY CURE

Why let your home and business bs destroy.
ed through strong drink or morphine when
YOU can be cured In four weeks at the Kelley
Institute. l29 Madison avenue Scranton, Pa.
The Cure viii Bear investigation.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05

When Baby was sick, We gave her Castoria
When she was Child, she cried for Castoria.
When she became Miss, she clung to Castoria.
When she had Children, she gave them Castoria.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05

The doctor is now located over
the Famous Shoe Store, 32G Lack.
wanna ahenuc, where he may be
consulted on all cases OF Eye, Ear,
Nose and Throat trouble. Special
care given to difficult Eye Fittinc
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1896-05-05
OUR hat and
FURNISHING GOODS DEPT

Is replete with everything that is new
and stylish; all the latest styles and
cOlCrs Call in and be convinced.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-04-10

Notwithstanding the fact that the Off
cial announcement of the times aud
places for holding the Democratic pri-
maries and Democratic suggestion
meetings appears in detail in each is
sue Of the Register, it has escaped the
eyes Of a number Of people, who pre-
sumably confne their scrutiny Of the
newspapers to the strictly local col
umns. For the benefit OF these folks
it is here stated that the suggestion
meetings will be held tomorrow even
ing, at seven o'clock, at the times and
places set forth in the official announce
ment in another column, to which they
are referred, with the primary cleo
tion Will take place Saturday afternoon
of next week, the 18th inst, the polling
places being definitely and particular
ly designated i'm the same announce
ment Every Democrat should read
this publication by the County EXecu-
tive Committee. become familiar with
the location Of his district suggestion
meeting, and with his voting place at
the primary, and then be present at
both occasions.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-04-10
SISTERSVILLE.


Sistersville, w. Va, April Capt.
Reedy has accepted a position on the
police force similar to the one held
under Mayor Whitlessey. A better Sc
lection could not have been made.
Mrs. B. T. Bowers. of New Martins
vile. is in the city the guest of her
daughter, Mrs. Jas. f. Frame.
r. A. Clark, who has been in the city
for several days past, left for his home
in Pittsburg to-day.
Robert Mooney, of Ottawa, O.. form
erly one of the old firm of Ludwig &
Mooney. is in the city to-day.
Miss Mabel Moore. of the South Side,
spent Wednesday in Wheeling shop
ing.
c. R. Tracy, Of Wheeling, who attend
ed the local meeting of the Elks in this
city last night, returned home this
morning.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lou Gorham returned
home this morning from Wheeling,
where they were the guests of friends
J. S. Hissom, a prominent oil man of
Wheeling. who was in the city for a
couple Of days, returned home this
morning.
The Sistersville Athletic Club have
completed arrangements for a number
of boxing exhibitions to be given at
their Charles street club rooms this
week.
Chas. H. Baker city editor of the
Review" who has been visiting friends
for several days, returned home this
morning.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-04-10
A MINER INJURED.

A Hungarian miner by the name OF
Andy Bandig, about thirty years old
was removed from the Dillonvale mines
to Haskins' hospital about 80 o'clock
Yesterday morning. The man was hurt
by a fall of slate about ten o'clock in
the morning. his worst injury being a
compound fracture of the left knee.
His leg was badly mashed about the
knee. and it was thought at the time he
was brought in that amputation would
be necessary. But his wound proved
less serious, and ii is thought that 5he
man will pull through all right.
The Hungarian who was brought
from Dillonvale 10 the hospital Monday
was reported doing very we'll last even
ing.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-04-10
FOR STATE AUDITOR.
Mr.. Z. L. Nash, of Parkersburg, Has Flung
ONT His Ranner for the Nnnlinati ton.

Mr.. +. L. Nash. of Parkersburg, Has Flung
out His Banner for the Nomination.
Mr. Z. L. Nash, formerly of Hunt
ington, now of Parkersburg, book
keeper in the Office of the United States
Marshal, has been in the city for a
week past, in attendance upon the ses-
sions of the United States Court Yes
terday he engaged quarters on the first
floor of the Holel Windsor for his head
quarters during the session of the DEM
ocratic State Convention, and made for
NAL announcement OF his candidacy Tor
the Democratic nomination COR Auditor
of the State. To Register reporter
Mr. Nash said
81 am in the fight to win, believe
will win. and will carry on an energetic
campaign based upon that idea. have
secured quarters at the Windsor for
the week of the State Convention, and
Will be on hands early and remain late.
1 have been greatly encouraged by the
support already promised. and propose
to put my best energies into the
fight.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-04-10
SMALL TALK.
Minor Matters of Interest Briefly and
PithIlv Told.

Minor Matters of Interest Briefly and
Plthnv Told.
There was one case in Police Court
yesterday morning.
The Council Committee on Finance
is called for this evening.
The Elm Athletic Club will give
grand ball at Beethoven hall April 10th.
A power Of attorney has been given
by the Central Glass Works to Louis
F. Stifel.
"A ball for the benefit Of Owen
Sherry, of the Eighth ward, will be CIV
en- on April 14th.
The weather yesterday demonstrat-
ed the fact that there are a lot OF I'M
necessarily muddy streets in Wheeling
Local Union No. SO, A. f. G. w. U,
will give their ball at Turner hall this
evening. Music by Gallagle's full or
chestra.
The Elm Athletic Club will give
their annual ball at Beethoven hall this
evening. Dieringer's orchestra will 1ur-
nish the music.
Harry Joyce will open his new sa-
bloom, No 1417 Market street, this even
ing. The Opera House orchestra VIII
furnish the music.
The new charter committee is call
ed to meet Monday evening.
John Mooney was arrested by On
Ger Reitz, last evening, for drunkenness.
Quite a number of colored men
formerly employed in the New river
and other big West Virginia coal and
coke fields, have arrived in Wheeling on
their way to Pennsylvania coal ana
coke fields.
The Fairmont State Normal School
has nearly 275 students enrolled IN IT,
The most thorough course OF instruc-
ton is being given there now by the
most proficient teachers the institution
has ever had in its history.
The local Committee Of Arrange
ments of the Sons Of the Revolution de-
sire to return their thanks to Janitor
Sam Sloan, of the City Hall, for many
courtesies extended by him during the
recent meeting of the Society there.
The Board of Directors of the Peni-
Tertiary met again yesterday morning,
but transacted no business ON import
ance. aside from renewing about $40
GOO of insurance, which would have eX-
pired on the 18th inst. The Board viii
meet again May 9th.
Prof. f. NJ. HenthOrn will give a
phOnOgraphic entertainment at Mozart
hall Saturday evening, for the benefit
of Richie Union No. 107, Equitable Aid
Union.
"A party Of B. & 0. R. R. inspectors
passed through Benwood Junction on
As. from Chicago, en- route to Balti-
more. yesterday morning at 11:4O
o'clock. The party have completed the
tour of inspection, having left Chicago
Wednesday morning.
For a long time Sack citizens of the
Fifth ward, on Main and Market streets,
have complained because there was no
evening postal collection in their por-
ton of the city, letters mailed after 3
p. m. lying in the street boxes until
morning. Yesterday Postmaster O'Kane
arranged for a p. m. collection from
I the creek to Twenty-second street, on
/ Main and Market streets.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-04-10
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.

So far nearly fifty names have been
mentioned for the office of County Com
missioner. in both parties, and IN about
twenty-five instances the men are act
i've candidates, while in The other cases
they have been simply discussed rs
good available men, or are in the hands
of their friends. The following list of
nearly complete
Eugene Deiters, D., Ed.
Stanke. d., Q. Blum, d., Jacob kindel-
berger, r.
Madison-Roy B. Nayler, d., c. II.
Copp. d.. Doth mentioned, Ii. p. Nc
Gregor. R., G. w. Kennedy R., jacob y.
Britt, r.
Clay-F H. LANCE d., p. 3. hob
bins, r., r. w. II. Haller, R.. has de-
clined TO allow the use of his name.
Union-W. H. Stell, d., Charles
Schmidt d.. mentioned; Otto Tyson, X.
Centre Charles Menkemeller, D.,
Philip Voellinger, D., a. S. Hair, R.,
mentioned.
Webster-C w Freiter, D., Charles
Stevens, d., John II. Whyte, D., John
Herr. r., Edward Bender, r.
William WOlvingtOn. D and
w. c. Handlan, d., both mentioned;
Charles Zulauf. R., c. Uttermohlen, r.,
Adolph Fritz. r., Jacob Steurnagle, r.,
Z. j. Attmeyer r.
Triadelphia-W c. Henry, D., VIM.
Hutchinson, d. declined; J. NJ. Thorn
burg, d., James Baird, d., Edward
ONein, R., Ralph Mccoy, r.. ]. Z. Nc
Curdy, R., declined.
Liberty Dixon, D., Daniel
Maxwell. R., Faris Whitman, h.
Richland-Al Mccullough, D., John
w. Nichols, d., John ParSball, Ind de-
clined Port Glass, R., Charles Busby,
r.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1896-04-10
FARMERS ORGANIZE.

For long time back farmers and
others living in the outskirts of Bridge
port and in the adjacent country have
been suffering from the depredations
Of thieves. 1t was not unusual to have
fowls stolen by the dozen, pigs carried
off, and whole wagon loads Of fruit, veg
etables and general produce stolen. The
sufferers have at last organized for mu-
tual protection, and yesterday the Gar
field Detective Agency was incorporat-
ed at Columbus by John c. Campbell,
Thomas Liston, d. Bowen Jr. J. a.
Marley. c. a. Deshan, and other Bridge
port people.