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Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

whether the steam gauge was correct. -
Walter l.. Richards testified: 1.-The
exact use of safety plug is to save the
crown sheet. If it melted an explosion
would be averted. On one side of the
boiler along the mudring there were five
bolts broken and one broken on the left
side. 1t would be perfectly safe to run
at 14o pounds doing heavy work. 1t is
my opinion that safety plugs are not of
paramount Importance as my experience
has proved to me that they do not
always melt. This plug was not burned
while the engine is working"
l.. c. Smith testified Ibid not es-
pecially mention any portion of the
engine should be tested. For my per-
sonal satisfaction l ordered tests made
about dozen times year instead of
twice year as required by law"
A. j. Beltz, master mechanic, was
sworn: "Was well acquainted with No.
4. Examined the boiler at the scene of
the accident. Did not see any stay bolts
knocked out of the boiler at that place.
think she exploded along the left side
above the mud ring. Do not remember
that the boiler was ever leaking. l have
not formed any opinion of what caused
the explosion. Cnsidered Chambers a
first-class engineer. The dirt burners
are considered more apt to explode than
the class of locomotives run on the Val
ley road. A dirty crown sheet will burn
even though there be plenty of water in
the boiler. No. had worked twenty
six days from the time she was tested
until the day of the accident
A. f. Harger, chief clerk, was sworn
and presented Il report for the month of
February on the condition of all engines
examined.
With this the taking of testimony end
ed, and Coroner McCoombs stated that
verdict would be arrived at as early as
possible, the jury retaining, however,
the right to examine two more witnesses
should they find trouble in forming a
verdict. With the assurance that they
would be informed should any such
course be taken, in order that they may
have representation, the d. S. & S. peo-
pte gave their consent. The jury will
meet again today.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

On Easter Monday night the annual
ball and reception under the auspices of
Independence Council, Catholic Benevo-
lent Legion, will be held in Halle hall,
Hazleton. The G. B. l.. has gained con-
siderable prestige and many friends
from the select tone of its many social
gatherings. The committee having this
after-lenten ball in charge will use every
effort to make it the seasons most bril-
liant social event and well worthy the
G. b. LIS past record.
Pottcd plants, palms and evergreens,
together with the national colors, will
form the decorations, which will be
tastefully arranged through the ball
room. The music will be furnished by
the complete Halle orchestra the excel
lence of which will add lustre to the
occasion.
Choice concert selections, forty-five
minutes previous to opening waltz, will
be pleasing feature. Visitors are ex-
pected from Freeland, Wilkesbarre,
Mauch Chunk, Weatherly, Mahanoy City
and other towns.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

At the opening of court on Monday
morning Judges Woodward, Lynch and
Bennett were on the bench Judge
Woodward asked if George Windish was
present, and on being informed that he
was and that James L. Lenahan, ESQ,
one of his counsel, was in court, he
handed down an opinion refusing new
trial to Windish. The opinion is lengthy
and covers all the points raised by the
defendants counsel.
After the reading of the opinion Win
dish, who was convicted of wife-murder,
was called for sentence. He advanced
to the bar trembling in every fibre and
Judge Woodward said: 'You have been
found guilty of murder in the first de-
gree; have you anything to say why the
sentence of the court shall not be pro-
nounced against you?"
Windish wavered moment and said
in disconnected sort of way, showing
the excitement he was laboring under,
81 am not guilty of murder in the first
degree. Nobody ever asked me to tell
what | knew of the murder, but of first
degree murder l am not guilty. The
blood that was on the window sill was
my blood, that came when she hit me on
the hand and tried to kill me. They
wanted me to tell who killed her. |
could not tell them just how it happen
ed. They did not ask me in the right
way. She got the chisel and struck me,
and | had been dcviled the same way
for ten years. l got wild, and all the
rage that was in me broke loose. That
is all l got to say"
Judge Woodward then delivered the
sentence of the law, which said he
should hang. Windish was standing
with his hands clasped, rocking to and
fro, and as the judge finished he said:
There will then be another murder in
Luzerne county. l am not guilty of
murder in the first degree. | do not
want the case taken to the supreme
court. Let them hang me and be done
with it,"
Jas. L. Lenahan, ESQ.,, who, with
John L. Lenahan, was Windish's coun-
sci, was more than surprised at Windish's
actions, 1t was the first time, he said,
that Windish had even intimated that
he knew anything of the murder. The
case will be appealed to the supreme
court.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26
Methodist Appointments Mad,

The Methodist Episcopal conference
was held at Wiliamsport this week, and
the appointment of ministers was made.
Rev. Edmund White, at present located
here, will be stationed at Benton; he
will be succeeded by Rev. Reuben f.
Wilson; Revs. George Horning and w.
A. Houck are returned to Hazleton.
Rev. Larned to Jeanesvile, Rev. Buck
ley to Weatherly, Rev. Voight to Silver
Brook, Rev. Schrciner to Stockton and
Beaver Meadow, Rev. Bicklc to Mines
vile, Rev. N, II. Smith to White Haven
and Rev. Clever to Conyngham.
The appointments made by the con
ference give general satisfaction, and
will 60 into effect in May.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

Kline, the general manager of the COM
pany, was at Scranton at the time.
The origin of the fire is shrouded in
mystery. When discovered the inside
appeared to be all atire, and the point at
which it began could not be determined.
The thorough examination made by the
fire companys officers failed to make
known the cause. The only fire in the
building was in small stove in the Of
flee room, and this was found burning
quietly after all was over. There were
no electric wires in the mill
Two weeks previous, on the Sd inst,
the building was discovered on fire, but
at that time it was caught in time and
eXtinguished with but little loss. The
reason assigned by some is spontaneous
combustion and by others it is thought
to be the work of incendiarcs.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

The Y. NJ. c. 7. A, b. Corps yester-
day took out a license from the county
treasurer for the new opera house on
Ridge street. They are the first in the
county to do so. 1t is necessary to take
out license annually for all places of
amusement. The amount paid was S31
$50 to the state and 81 for the treas
urcr's fee
In future the work of collecting this
license will devolve on the mercantile
appraiser, and the county treasurer in
tends to enforce the law All opera
houses and places of amusement will be
notified this coming week to comply
with the law.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26
Township Clerk Resigned

Harry Reifsnyder, of South Heberton,
who was elected clerk of Foster town
ship at the recent election, sent his
resignation to Wilkesbarre yesterday.
He intends to leave the township and
live on Ridge street, Freeland. Judge
Woodward has appointed George Nagle,
OF South Heberton, to fill the vacancy.
Squire John G. Davis, also of South
Heberton, was candidate for the APP
nOintmnnt
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26
LOWER END MURDER TRIAL.
A MilDesvilIe Hungarian Charged With
Murder Acquitted Yesterday.

Murder Acquitted Yesterday.
The case of John Bobnuck, charged
with the murder of John Holdnock, was
called for trial on Monday. The attor-
neys are Fell and Jones for the common
wealth and Slattery and McGuigan for
the defendant. The following jury was
selected: Michael Hoban, Avoca; James
McGreevy, Wilkesbarre; f. j. Rogers,
Wilkesbarre; William Gibson, jenkins
township; Arnold Williams, Wilkesbarre
township; John p. Thomas, Plymoul
township; E. j. Sweeney, Halle; p. j..
Foley, Wilkesbarre; w. II. Mcmillan,
West Pittston; Daniel F. Carmody
Wilkesbarre; Thomas Landon, Dallas
township; E. c. Starbird, Kingston.
The crime was committed on Novem-
Der II last on the road from Milnesvile
to Hazleton., The parties concerned
were drinking all afternoon, when Bob
muck, accompanied by his wife and two
children, and Holdnock, the deceased.
and Peter Zurdock, made up one party
returning home. The two latter were
about 100 feet in advance of Bobnuck,
who shouted in his native tongue and
commenced firing. The first shot took
effect in the body of Zurdock and the
second was the shot that killed Hold
mock.
Attorney Slattery opened for the
defense and stated that they would
prove an albi. He said the bullet found
in the body of the dead man was A cali
bre, while the revolver and bullets found
in the pocket of the prisoner were of 3s
calibre.
w. o. Blase, jeweler, was the first
witness called and gave expert testi-
mony as to the size of the bullet found
in the dead man and the calibre of the
revolver. Mr.. Blase said the revolver
was of 3S caibre but thought the bullet
which was found in the body of the mur-
dered man was of A calbre.
District Attorney Fell opened the case
for the commonwealth Tuesday, after
which the doctor who made the post
mortem examination and other witnesses
who were connected with the case were
pidCcu ol Jne SJunu. l. ne mOSt lmDOf-
tant evidence was that given by Zurdock,
who said there was no quarrel or no
apparent reason for the shooting. He
and the murdered man met the prisoner,
and the latter pulled revolver and
shot Zurdock, after which he asked if
he wanted any more. Holdnock tried
to get away when the prisoner turned
and shot at him with fatal effect.
Constables Zeigler and Kennedy, who
arrested Bobnuck, both testified and
swore that they searched the prisoner
and found a revolver in his coat pocket
Two of the chambers were empty and
three loaded. The revolver was put
in evidence.
Mrs. Bobnuck, wife of the prisoner
was sworn and testified that she was
with her husband during the day of the
shooting but left him at hotel and
went home. Her evidence was not of
any Importance.
NOT GUILTY.
The lawyers concluded their addresses
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

The Travellers base ball club has
placed an order for new outfit for the
coming season, consisting of uniforms
gloves, cage, breast protector and all
such paraphernalia as is required by
lirst-class clubs. The suit will be made
of brown material with the name of the
club in white letters on the shirt, blue
stockings and belt and brown cap. The
Travellers expect to do lot of playing
next summer, as they are members OF
the Anthracite Amateur League.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

AT $50 o'clock yesterday morning the
jury met to conclude taking testimony.
William Miller testified: Engine No.
4 was in the shop on February when |
tested her stay bolts; 14o pounds was the
working pressure. She was washed just
after the inspection. The safety plug
was apparently in good condition. Re-
mained in the boiler after the explosion.
Never saw an engine in which the safety
plug had been burned. Do not know
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26
BRIEF ITEMS OF NEWS.
PARAGRAPHS GATHERED FROM ALL
PARTS OF THE REGION.
Synopsis of Local and Miscellaneous Oc-
currences That Can BE Read Quickly.
What the Folks of This and Othar
Towns are Doing.
Call at Oswald's for fresh eggs.

What the Folks of This and Oths,
Towns are Doing.
Call at Oswald's for fresh eggs.
A hop will be held in Yannes' opera
house by the Travellers base ball clut
on the evening of April IS.
Shoes, shoes, shoes, at McDonald's.
Peter Timony and family removed to
their new brick building on Tuesday,
and the place will be formally opened on
April /.
Additional locals on the fourth page.
Alabama" at the Grand opera house
this evening, deserves large audience.
The music will be furnished by the
orchestra of the Grand opera house.
| Hazleton.
Mcdonald is closing ont his big stock
of reliable shoes.
William Carter, of town, was badly
squeezed in No. 9 mines, Drifton, on
Tuesday. He was riding on a loaded
timber truck and was caught by low
roof in the gangway,
/ i'''i bHhuNl DpuSub db pSWalu 5 Is
always fresh and sweet.
Under the head of Presidential Posi-
biltties' today the TRIBUNE presents on
page the portraits of two well-known
Americans-the present president and
the only living eX-presidcnt.
Fresh fish every Wednesday and Fri
day at McNclis' meat market.
Nelson Brandon, who was an asso-
ciate of stephen Girard and at one time
owned the land where Oneida and
Sheppton stands, died at Brandonville.
Schuylkill county, on Tuesday.
The Wear Well has just the kind of
shoes you need for this weather.
Peter Timony and Charles Dusheck
lost some stock by the fire on Monday
evening. The former had over five tons
OF chop stored in the feed mill bins and
the latter had a large amount of rye
there.
Eggs sold at Oswald's are guaranteed
to be fresh. Try dozen or two.
Patrick ODonnell, aged So years, died
on Monday night at his home in Macadoo
from the effects of fall on the ice A
week previous. He was brother to
Denis c. ODonnell, formerly of town.
and was buried this morning.
a pair of Wear Well shoes will outlast
anything bought at the same price.
The surface of the ground in the vi
cinity of st. Kasmer's church, Plymouth,
has been disturbed by Il cavein so much
that the bell in the steeple cannot be
rung. The foundations have settled sov-
eraI inches. 1t is undermined.
Shoes at McDonald's at rock-bottom
prices. All kinds at the lowest prices.
Mrs. Gunaway, whose husband was
buried from Macadoo some months ago,
and who for the past three months has
lived on Walnut street, was taken to
Laurytown yesterday by Burgess Nc
Laughln. She was in destitute circum-
stances.
Ladies should not miss the bargains in
shoes which McDonald's closing out sale
offers. Some choice bargains left.
Patrick j. Breslin, of Freeland, the
eX-Tiger base ball pitcher, yesterday
accepted position as bartender at
Sugrue's cafe, Thomas McGovern having
resigned. Mr.. Bresln enjoys wide
acquaintance and is genial, obliging
fellow.-PldiR Speaker.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

Miss Maggie Harliins died yesterday
in the University hospital, Philadelphia,
where she had been for the past few
weeks. She resided here and at Drift
ton for some time previous to her ill
ness, and was popular young lady
among her acquaintances. A brother,
Michael, resides at Macadoo, and the
remains will be taken there.
Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1896-03-26

The lawyers concluded their addresses
yesterday and the jury went out at O. 80
o'clock. At verdict of not guilty
was brought in and Bubnock was dis
charged
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Huff Items.
There has been a slight snow fall,
which helped the lOggers some. :

There has been a slight snow fall,
which helped the lOggers some :
Christmas has come and gore with
its dinners and Christmas trees. and
now following in it's train are the
complaints against those whr were
at the head of Christmas entertain
inents Such is life.
Miss Ina Dakin, of Minneapolis, is
visiting Miss Myrtle DeMoss this
week. ...~-s
Mrs. Randall is still very poorly.
Rev. Amos Randall, of Lincoln,
preached several sermons in Parker
this week.
Mr.. Eastman, who had rented the
Sherman 6ish farm for next year,
was informed that he would have to
relinqulsh his claims upon it, for a
youthful couple who are c0nten,-
plating marriage, are desirOus Of
living near Pa aud Ma. Mr.. East
man would be sadly missed should
he leave the neighborhood.
Mr.. Cochran's health is still very
door.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Randall Items.

Men for the woods are very scarce
here, fifty or seventy-tive could find
work cutting cord wood and MAX
ing ties.
Miss Gusta JU hnson, who has
been visiting with her parents here
during the holidays, returned to her
home at Duluth Wednesday.
Martin Rye returned from Star
buck Tuesday, where lie spent the
holidays with friends.
Mrs. John LafOnd was taken SER
iOusly~ i'll Friday evening. Dr..
Roberts, OF Little Falls, was called.
She is somewhat better now. but
not altogether out of danger yet.
Randall, Clough and Cushing
T towns have presented petitions to
the board of county commissioners
for an appropriation for work to be
expended ON the new county road
from here to Lake Alexander.
Mrs. }. F. Boulter and son. Lloyd,
who have been spending their va
ca tiOn here. returned to Minneapolis
Saturday. Mrs. BOulter is principa
iii: s:one of the schools there.
. A picket post Of the G.. A. r. has
been organized here with G. II.
Smith as commander.
:. WAETED-Thrce or four inches Of
good snow; the higest market prices
will be paid if delivered within the
next few days. address
COMMITTEE
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Motley News.

We Just heard the sad news of the
deaf of Mr.. Chas. SeatOn. Mr..
Seaton was an old soldier. and one
of Motley's most respected citizens.
His relatives and especially his he-
reaved family have our greatest
sympathy.
Since Jan. l, there have. died from
our midst, Daniel Nolan, Barney
Tully. John BiglOw and Mr.. Foster.
1t is with great sympathy for the
sad families that we pen this sad
news but let them not forget that
great beyond where saddess never
reigns. ~ss...
Rodney Hodge returned to the
Twin Cities, where he is attending
school.
Prof. A. H. Turrittin returned Sun
day from his homein Kasota, Minn.,
and has resumed duties in our pros
porous, schools.
w. H. Benson came back from
Minneapolis on Tuesday last, where
he spent his vacation.
Mr.. and Mrs. Coppersmith, W. H.
Benson. A. H. Turrittin and Miss
Maud Francisco attended the Wood
mems banquet in Staples.
The Odd Fellows installed officers
and gave a supper here Wednesday
evening. ANXIOUS.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Boots and Shoes.

In this department we can supply
the trade better than other house in
this part of the state. Whatever
YOU want in the line of Footwear,
you can get from us to your advant-
age.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Intended to Catch Your Eye.

Don't skip this paragraph, because
1t is small. 1t is worth reading. for
it tells about The PineOla Balsam, a
certain remedy for cough, tickling in
the throat and the stopped up feel
ing in the upper~part Of the chest.
A simple cough may turn iEto some
thing serious II let alone. 1t ceases
to vex you and to keep you awake
O'nights when you have allayed the
Inflammation in your throat with
Ely's PineOla Balsam. The drug
Gists sell it for twenty-five cents.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Trade Conditions.

The past week has been pretty dull
in all lines Of business. and with y
continuance of the present m'ld
weather. the prospects for u revival
is very poor. 1t will Pit a stop, al
most entirely. to logging operations
in this vicinity, as the roads will he
totally idestr.'yed for logging pnr-
poses. LumDernen are sOme~ hat
discouraged. as the winter ts slipping
away and but very little has heen
accomplished. Wheat has advanced
to Al cents in the local market during
the week, but receipts have been
light. Farmers are either holding
back for Il further advance or wait
ing for snow on which to haul it to
market. But few changes in the
quotations Of leading commodities
are noticed this week. Sugar has
advanced about \ cent per pound.
the probable cause being the desire
of the trust to increase it's revenue.
The following il the corrected list:
Wheat-No nard. 47c; No. |. Northern 46c
No. 2. 43; No. 5. 4lc. =
Flour, patent process. per Dbl. $500:
Straight grade. per bbl. s. 70.
Bakers per bill S2.lO .
Ground feed, so per ton.
Bran-$9 y.
ShOrts-$ll
Oats IA a. 10
Corn-20 @22 per bushe(
Dairy butler-5c % lSc.
EgHs-160
Fat cattle-2 q 21c.
Cows-l% a. &c.
Veal dressed-5c. to &c.
Hogs live-S%c
Fresh pork-SH @ 4c
Mutton dressed SC
Cut meats. to l213c.
Chickens. &C to &c.
Lard, lOc
Potatces-12]&c per bushel.
Beans-$1C0 per bushel.
Peas-75c per bushel
Lemons-20c. q Csc per dozen.
Apples. 81 % q $3.50 per Dbl.
Cranberrles 81. q $500 per nu.
Grunuated sugar-l6 tbs. for I'll.
Kerosene. 1oc per gallon.
Hay-S50O
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Lincoln Locals.

VIM. Long was called to Montana
last week where his wife is for her
health. She is quite low and he will
move her to. Southern California as
soon as she is able to be moved.
We have prayer meeting every
Wednesday night.
Longs men are trying to ice log
ging roads but with poor success on
account of warm weather.
Little May Staples ia sick.
Tell your weather clerk to send US
some snow.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
The following resolution
adopted by the board:

adopted by the board: ~.
Be 1t resolved by the board oi
County Commissioners Of Morrison
county that the Transcript, Il news
paper printed and published at Lit
tie Falls, Minn., he and is hereby
made the official paper "f Morrison
county. for the year 1876.
The application of the Pine Tree
Lumber company for abatement Of
personal property taxes Item No. ~
for the year 1893 was approved by
the beard.
Total valuation $l7S,6O7, amount
recommended for abatement 1854, 1875.
correct assessment as abnted $113,-
732.
The following bills were allowed:
T.. +. Shaw. Justice fees. 2 O5
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Rail Prairie Items.

!. >, Bert :. Denny. of Green Prairie,
was in this vicinity Tuesday and
Wednesday,.
Martin Enke is busily engaged
putting up ice this week.
Mr.. Mickle, of Grand Rapids, ar
rived in this place Monday. Heis at
present with his daughter, Mrs.
Enke.
Miss Mary Jones has been visiting
Mr.. and Mrs. Handibo. OF
Lathrop. The latter returned
with her friend to visit friends
in Rail Prairie, but sorry to
Say they got lost on their way home
from 10 a. IN. to 3:45. The wonder
full drayma H. Philips of Rrainerfl,
whom they had for coachman, de-
clares that there is more than one
road leading from Brairerd to Rail
Prairie and it seems he was on the
wrong one most of the time. If it
had not of been for the good natured
young women, the poor drayman
would certainly have been dis
couraged with the long drive.
Joseph Jones went to Ft. Ripley
Wednesday on business.
The young men that attended the
dance in Motley New Years eve, re-
port a very pleasant time.
Little Falls weekly transcript. (Little Falls, Morrison Co., Minn.) 1894-19??, 1896-01-10
Ladies' Shoes.

We are making special offers on
Ladies' Shoes just now, and the en-
tire line is cut over 25 per cent in
price. Over 5000 pairs going at
sacrifice. This opportunity was
never equalled before. Good bar
gains in Mems, Misses and Children's
Shoes.