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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

If you want good range call and
see Whary while on your way up
town. While there don't forget to
inspect his large stock of dinner sets,
tea sets, salad dishes, etc. etc.
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Caused by u NIile-Post.

Two Irishmen travelling on the Balti.
more and Ohio railroad came to mile
post, when one Of them exclaimed
"Tread aisy, Pat; here lies man
who was one hundred and eight years
old. His name was Miles-from Bal.
timOre"
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02
More Than Her Hand.

The Suitor-I have come to ask fol
your daughter, sir.
The Old Man-Take her, my boy; you
are the only fellow who ever asked
for more than her hand.-New York
Journal.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Do you wish to give an acceptable
and useful present for Christmas If
SO select one of our handsome Miller
Lamps. Order now, don't wait. We
also have fine line of fancy goods
and toilet articles. J. H. Mercer,
opposite Episcopal Church.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02
For the Inventor of C,oo,,s

Mrs. O"Toole- They do say, Path,
rick, thot there's a new baby born
iv'ry tonne tn clock ticks"
Mr.. O'Toole- "Then bad luck T. thI
haythen thot inviIted clocks" s."-Tit
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Wait for Hess Bros. announcement
of holiday goods Their buyer is in
the city this week and will return in a
few DAYS with the finest line of dia-
monds, watches, clocks and jewelry,
ever brought to town.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Christmas is coming and with it the
usual exchange of gifts. A nice book
is very acceptable. 1t is enduring
as when many little fancy souvenirs
have passed away this remains con.
slant reminder of love and friendship
Call and see MERGERS line of Holiday
Books.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Many things which are advertised
possess no value. Not so with the
Miller Lamp. 1t is the standard
Lamp of the day. You can see 1t at
MERGERS.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02
THE COLUMBIAN.
BLOOMSBURY. PA.
ANNOUNCEMENTS

WANrED.-A lot ranging from IS
to 80 acres with good building on. Ad-
dress P. o. Box ID, Light Street, Pa.
tiff.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Gail and see samples of our new
hthographlng printing tor all kinds OF
commercial work. 1t is new and very
pretty, and costs no more than other
printing. THE COLUMBIAN Office. IT.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02
Marriage.

SANDs-KITCHEN. On Nov. 81
at the Reformed parsonage in Orange.
vile, by Rev. A. Houtz, Mr.. Arthur
f. Sands and Miss Sadie ]. Kitchen,
both of Welliversville, Pa.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Tardinier Stands in malachite, oak
and mahogany hnish-a regular bar
gain-only 79c.
The Leader Department Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

DO you want parlor suit at a
righ, price? We will sell you one.
The Leader Department Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Autographed bonds, stock certifi-
Gates, and checks are furnished at
The COLUMBIAN office. If.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Florida oranges, lemons and white
grapes at H. M. Hockman's Exchange
Bakery.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Try Hickman for fresh bread and
cakes. He makes all his own CANDY
and guarantees 1t pure.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Our lithograving printing is a new
thing and is pleasing our customers.
Call at the COLUMBIAN Office and see
samples.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

CaScarets stimulate liver, kidneys
and bowels. Never sicken, weaken or
gripf. Ioc. A.1iy
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

You are invited 10 come and look
over our Holiday Goods in all depart
ments. The Leader Dept. Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

A fine line of new styles in we'd
ding invitations just received at THE
COLUMBIAN Office. If.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Art squares IN beautiful new patterns
all wool or cotton.
The Leader Department Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Everybody is welcome at our store.
Come and inspect the most complete
stock of carpets and furniture in the
county. Come whether you buy or
not. The Leader Department Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Have you seen our polished oak
and mahogany finish rockers q 3.75
each2 The Leader Dept. Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

All makes of Chinaware including
Haviland and German China at l.. f
Whary's Main Street.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

You can surely make a Christmas
gift selection at MERGERS.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

A new lot of general warranty
deeds just printed and for sale at this
office.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

A choice line of rugs in fur,
moquette, and smyrna just received.
The Leader Department Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

All the candy sold by H. M. Hook
man is made from pure sugar. No
adulterated city candy can be found
in his store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Programs for Christian Endeavor
and Epworth League societies for
sale at The COLUMBIAN office. If.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

HOODS PILLS cure Liver Ills, Bill
lousness, Indigestion, headache.
Easy to take, easy to operate. 25c.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

You know you like to see nice
furniture. Come and see the largest
stock we ever had. Prices very low
A pleasure to show our goods whether
you buy or not.
The Leader Department Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Rockers, Rockers, Rockers-goine
cheap. The Leader Dept. Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

The Highest price in cash paid for
hides at p. Solleder & Co. Leather
Store. at
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

Pick out your Christmas Rockers
now, our assortment is the choicest
we have ever had.
The Leader Department Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02

If you want Autographed bonds,
certificates of stock, checks, drafts,
diplomas, or any thing in that line,
the COLUMBIAN Office can furnish
them. See samples.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02
IN HOLIDAY SLIPPERS.

Womcn's plain beaver Slppcz.
hand scwcd, at SI.25.
Womcn's beaver fox Balmorals,
worth 81. 50, arc csc.
Mems velvet Everett Slippers
chenille pattern, 69c.
Mems velvet Everett and Opc,a
Slippers, slate color, 74c.
Mems velvet Opera Slippers
seal quarter, OSc.
Mems tan Romeo Slippers, hand
scwed, SI.4S.
IN PERFUMES.
Bradlcy's cut glass, 4 OF. bottles,
assorted odors, 09c.
Bradley's and 4 OF. in fancy
boxes for gifts, $50, 40c. and 69c.
Two bottles Perfume in fancy
baskets 25c.
Bradley's Toilet Perfumes, 8 o.
in fancy box, CSC.
Colgate's Young Peoples Per
fumes, 4 bottles in box, 25c.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1897-12-02
JONAS LONGS SONS
WEEKLY CKAiS,
WlLKEs.BARRE, Pa.
December End, 1907.

The Holiday
Spirit has taken
possession flour
store. Every.
thing has an air
of gladncss and
the bright, cheer.
ful things gath.
, cred for the
Christmas trade
never looked ia
Evening star., 1897-06-11
AN INHERITANCE TAX.

Agreement of Democrats ON the FL
nance Committee.
The democratic members of the Senate
committee on finance today agreed to Offer
as an amendment to the tariff bill a pro-
vision for an inheritance tax. The amend
ment was prepared by Senator Turpie and
was by him presented to the Senate on be-
half of the democratic minority.
The principal provision Of the amendment
is as follows: THAT on and after the lst
day of June, 1898, and for five years there
after. there shall be laid and levied a sum
equivalent to per cent of the value of
every decedent's estate, as an inhe-itanc &c
tax, whether IL Is estate or inteState, to be
paid by the executors, administrators and
trustees thereof, or by the heirs, or by the
distributes, devisess or lesyatees, when the
value OF such estate as an inheritance is
5000 and upwards except where legacies
or bequesis are made to religious. charit-
able, educational or other organizations,
which may, by the laws Of the state, terri
tory or district IN which rhe decedent was
residing at the time of his death be exempt
from taxation.
Other provisions OF the amendment pre-
scribe methods of ascertaining the value
of estates and of collecting the tax. These
duties are imposed upon internal revenue
collectors who are authorized to bring
suit in the federal courts to collect the
tax in case such proceeding is made neces-
sary. The Secretary Of the Treasury is
empowered to make rules and regulations
for carrying the provision into effect.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
INQt EST IN HOFFMAN CASE.
ehief Lees Claims to Have Evidenc,
Not Yet Made Public,

sAN FRANCISCO. Cal, June 1.-THE
coroners 5 inquest in the Hoffman case will
DE he'd next Tuesday. Chief Lees promises
TO produce evidence not yet made public.
He says that he Will prove beyond a reas-
enable doubt that Mr.. Figers horse racing
operations were known TO both Mr. Hoff-
man and Mr. RothschiId long before the
latter wtut east.
Ed. s. Itothschild of the firm of Hoffman.
RCthSchild & Co arrived from New York
last night to take the place in the business
left vacant by the tragic death of his part
ner. Isaac Hoffman He brought with him
autograph evidences of Figels falsifica tions
of the accounts and of his shortages and
for himself denounces as sIanderous the
statements that these Irregularities were
known and consented to by the partners
of the man who was killed. He denies that
Hoffman was engaged in any outside spec
Ula ton AS regards prosecuting Fige!, ne
Will take the advice Of his attorneys
Evening star., 1897-06-11
BURIAL OF Gypsy QUEEN.
Unique Ceremony at Woodland Gene
terry in Dny ton, Ohio.

DAYTON. Ohio. June ia unique GER
emony occurred last evening at Woodlawn
cemetery In the burial rites over the body
OF the late gypsy queen. Mary Stanley
head Of one of the w~althiest tribes ;r the
country.
Mary was crowned queen of the tribe at
Munroe. La. In February. 1891. and was
but eighteen years OF age when death over
took her. She died at Clarendon, Ark, De-
eemDer II last, and her body was en-
baimed and sent to this city, where II has
lain in the vault at Woodland cemetery.
The St2nleys reside near Dayton and are
accounted the richest gipsies in the world.
The ceremonies at Woodland were con-
Quoted by Rev. ". A. Hale, d. D., of the
First Reformed Church. This was de-
parture from former methods The at
tendance of gipsies was large
Evening star., 1897-06-11
WILL BE A CAUCUS
1t Is Found Necessary to Eliminate Diff
ferences.
Agreement Desired Regarding the
Hawaiian Reciprocity Trcnty-Dis-
satisfactiOn With Sugar Rates.

There was decidedly unsettled condition
of affairs on the republican side of the Sen
ate today. Considerable caucus talk was
ir rdulged in, and there seemed to be be-
lief that one would be held tomorrow to
consider, among other things, the Hawaiian
reciprocity proposition. and perhaps the
antitrust amendment. Some diSSat tiSfac-
ton was heard on the republican side con-
Cerning the sugar schedule, and it is posi-
BILE that in case caucus is held a request
will be made to have it amended and the
differential reduced.
This is only the gossip that Is going on
among senators who say that they do not
yet fully understand the sugar schedule,
and think that 1t may be improved.
The republican members of the finance
committee are trying to agree upon some
thing concerning Hawaii, and if possible
avoid a caucus. but the differences of opin-
ion on the republican side are such as to
make it extremely doubtful. Some re-
pubi:canS are very determined 10 have
the reciprocity provision abrogated and
others are just as determined that it shall
remain in force
The internal revenue tobacco tax is still
unadjusted. and the con.cn:ttee is net yet
agreed. nor can they agree with the dif-
ferent interests in the Senate.
There is Il clash between the New Eng
lang tobacco growers and those of Oth.r
parts of the country on the dutiable rate
on wrapper tobacco. and it is believed that
IL will be Necessary to nave a caucus soon
to harmonic these interests. TnC same is
true with reference 10 the duty on hides.
and the advocates of a higher rate on wool
coming to the belief that they will do
better in caucus than with the finance
committee. There are also various other
articles which have been passed over which
will have to he settled in caucus.
Whether the Hawaiian treaty will be
taken into caucus will depend entirely upon
what recommendation the finance COM
m:ttee may make with regard to it. II
the committee cannot agree upon a pro-
vision for the continuance of the treaty
the friends of Hawaii are strong enough
to force a caucus, and they make no secret
of the intention to do The question
was under consideration by the finance
committee last night, but no conclusion
was reached.
Senator Perkins of California was present
a: the meeting. and suggested an amend
1i:ent giving notice of the abrogation of the
treaty within year. The especial friends
of Hawaii antagoniZed this amendment.
stating that they We're willing to leave the
matter entirely with the President, going
so far to insert recommendation that
the treaty should be revised, but said they
would not make a concession in any other
direction.
Caucus to he Held.
1t has been definitely decided to hold a re-
publican caucus tomorrow at 10 o'clock.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
NEW SOLICITOR GENERAL.
j. Il. Richards of Ohio Expected tS
Succeed Holmes Conrad.

An important change is scheduled to take
place in the Department Of Justice July 1.
1t Involves the appointment of a successor
to Judge Holmes Conrad of Virginia as
solicitor general That gentleman placed
his resignation at the disposal of the Presi-
dent early in March, but was Induced to
continue in office until certain important
cases with which he had been personally
identified as the governments representa-
tive had been disposed OF by the Supreme
Court. The court having adjourned for the
summer recess, an arrangement has been
made by which Judge Conrad will retire
from his federal office Unless present plans
are changed he will be succeeded by Judge
j. X Richards. eX-attorney general of
Chic. and one of the leading republicans
of the bar of that state. He is an intimate
friend CT the President. and his appoint
ment will be looked upon in the light OF a
personal one.
The solicitor general is the active repre-
sentative of the United States in all cases
before the Supreme Court in which the gov
ernment has an interest. The office is one
of the most important within the gift of
the President. ranking next in honor and
emolumcnt to cabinet position. The sal
AIRY of the Office is $1,000 per annum, and
the incumbent has charge of the business
of the Department of Justice in the absence
of the Attorney General
Evening star., 1897-06-11
CRUISE OF THE NEW YORK.
Needless Sensation Caused by Send
ins.-n Cipher Message.

1t is denied at the Navy Department to-
day that the cruiser New York sailed away
from Boston yesterday under sealed Or
ders reported. The explanation Of her
movements given at the department is as
follows: The ship was 10 leave Boston last
Monday. and the department was under
the belief that she had done SO. Later,
when it was learned that she was still at
Boston. telegram was sent to Admiral
Scard. asking why her departure was de-
layed. This telegram was put in the naval
cipher because, If anything had gone
wrong with the ship or her machinery, 1t
was not desired that it should be generally
known The sending of the cipher mes
sage. however, is supposed by the depart
ment officials to have given rise to the
story that the ship had received sealed or
ders. Now the officials say the ship is
simply going to Newport News, as an
nounced by The Star yesterday, and will
then return to New York. AS 1t is said
she will remain a month at Newport News,
ii is probable that advantage will be taken
OF the opportunity to dock the New York
in the big private dock at that point. Sec
retary Long said that her orders have no
reference whatever to the Cuban affair.
A press dispatch from Boston indicates
that some excitement existed in the navy
yard there over the cipher dispatch and
the departure of the vessel.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
NOT ALLOWED TO LEAVE.
cadets Who Wanted to Resign From
the Navy.


the Navy.
For the first time in many years the
Secretary of the Navy has interrosed his
veto upon the application of a junior Of
hcer to leave the naval service. In The
present case three of the cadets at Annap-
olis-George Weber of Arkansas, II. L.
Collins of Pennsylvania and p. L. Pratt
OF lllinois-sought to resign. They had
completed four years service at the
academy, the last year berg devoted to
the engineering branch, and they desired
to leave to engage in private business.
Secretary Long. however, found that the
engineer corps Was sadly in need of Of
ficers, owing to the rapid depletion of the
ranks of the older engineers i'm late years
and he decided that as these young men
had been educated at the expense of the
government they should render some seIv-
ice in return. The cadets upon admis-
sion to the academy are required to peldge
themselves to serve the government not
less than eight years, so these young men
will now be Obliged to take the usual two
years cruise which rounds out the An
napolis course, at the end of which time
they will receive their commissions as as
sistant engineers in the navy. and he reg
ularly assigned to duty.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
CLAIMS a CONSPIRACY.
Unexpected Turn I'm the Craven-Fair r
Case I'm san Francisco.

SAN FRANCISCO. June 1.-THE Cra-
ven-FaIr case has taken an unexpected
turn The attorneys for the heirs am,
executors have called Mrs. Craven to the
stand and secured from. her the adm:s-
sion that in 1885 she had taken the dis
puted deeds TO Sacramento and there
shown them 10 two men named Cullen
and Bonner Then she was asked the
significant question by Attorney Wheeler:
Now, Mrs Craven, have you ever en-
tered into any agreement or contract
whereby MIR. Cullen is TO be given directly
OF indirectly contingent interest in the
property in dispute in the event you win
this suit
Attorney Delmas objected.
expect TO prove in par: by this wit
ness, replied Wheeler. AN organized con-
sIir~cy IN which by means of forged docu-
mehts ana perjUrcd testimony the Fair
estate was TO be looted"
Proceed, said Delmas, but adjournmeu;
oil court cut further questions off tempe
rarily.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
FIENDS USED DYNAMITE
Attempt on Life of Gov. Smith at Leaven-
worth, Kansas

LEAVENWORTH, Kan, June ia da-
tolical attempt was made upon the life of
Governor Andrew J. Smith of the National
Soldiers Home, and his wife and daughter,
between and am. today by some das-
tard who Is as yet unknown. Dynamite
was employed In the outrage, and the ex-
plosion, which all but demolished the gov
ernor's beautiful residence, aroused the
residents Of the city, and houses trembled
as If undergoing an earthquake shock.
Mrs. Smith had miraculous escape from
death, the base of the explosion being
directly beneath her bed chamber. Besides
being cut ard bruised by broken glass and
pieces Of flying brio a brac and furniture,
she was completely prostrated by the
frightful shock, and is now In precarious
condition Governor Smith and their
daughter, Miss Daisy, occupied -rooms on
the second floor, and were far enough re-
moved from the explosion to escape the
serious consequences suffered by Mrs
Smith.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
AGAINST AN INVESTIGATION.

senator Tfllman's Sugar Scandal Res.
oiution to BE Reported Adversely.
The Senate committee having under con-
sideratfon the Tillman resolution to in
vesugate charges In connection with sugar
speculation has decided on a report. It Ia
adverse to the resolution. going quite fully
into the matter. and recommending that
there be no investigation.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
AQUEDUCT BRIDGE REPAIRS.
Work of ReconstructinR Pier No. (
begin Soon.

Active operations are in progress for the
reconstruction Of pier No. 4 Of the Aque-
duct bridge. under the contract entered into
with the Houston Construction Company Of
Philadelphia. The contractors have ship
ped their plant to the work and have COM
n.enced quarrying stone
Recently a detailed examination was
made of the false work and accessible
parts of the cofferdam in order to ascer-
tain the repairs necessary under the pro-
visions of the contract. The timbers were
found to be generally sound and in good
condition, but few pieces needing renewal
The work OF recoEstructing the pier will
be done under the supervision Of Colonel
Allen, the engineer officer In charge Of
Potomac river improvements.
Evening star., 1897-06-11

The regular permanent family
circulation of The Evening Star
is more than double that of any
other paper in Washington,
whether published in the morn
ing or in the afternoon.
AS medium for unobjec-
tionable advertisements il there.
fore stands unequaled and un
approachable.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
BRIDGING THE EASTERN BRANCH

Col. Allen Arranging for q Survey
and Plan.
Arrangements have been made by Col
Allen, Corps Of Engineers. in charge Of
river and harbor improvements in this
vicinity, for Immediate acticn. under the
act. approved February IL, 1907, appro-
priating the sum Of 5000 for a survey,
plan and estimate of cost Of a bridge across
the Eastern branch Of the Potomac river
in line with Massachusetts, avenue extend
ed eastward" A preliminary reconnaissance
OF the ground has been made, and the sur
vey Is now In progress.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
Tre..u.x-,Promo.,on..

Secretary Gage has made the followAnr
promotions In the Treasury Department:
R. Bruce Bare. $1.600 to 81 800. Office of
disbursing clerk; J. g. Van Aradale n sOo
to 5000: Samuel c. Lovejoyi 1880 to
5000; g. J. Miilard. 81 500 to 1000: E. s.
Jones. 81 400 to 5000, all In division Of
bookkeeping and warrants.
Evening star., 1897-06-11
Personal Mention.

Capt. NJ. F. Waltz. 18th Infantry. is in the
city on vacation.
8. w. Fordyce of st. Louis, president Of
the Cotton Belt Railroad Company, and
August Goerts. manager Of the Germania
Life Insurance Company Of New York, are
IN the city. and called on Assistant Secre-
terror today.
Commander R. p: Learly is at the Graf
ton on waiting orders.
Commander Harry Knox Of the Naval
Absence. - -
Evening star., 1897-06-11

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Continued on Second Page.)
The Atlanta constitution., 1897-08-16

"John Jay" Brooke y. C.-I have some
rather thin land Gad clayD that | want
20 plant TO corn next year. Do you think
II would pay 70 seed il to rye in september
and turn under in February as a feeder
for the corn? is rye. used as green manur-
ing i desirable improver2 How much per
acre.
1t would doubtless be of benefit to SOW
the land In rye early in september, using
plenty of seed. say three 10 four pecks
Der acre. and turn under the rye next Feb
ruary, TO be followed by crop Of corn.
1t is good practice. We would fertlize the
rye and also the corn. the green rye
Will not act very promptly.
The Atlanta constitution., 1897-08-16
MEN CURED FREE.
! WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY.

Thousands Of men VIII welcome tho
news that most successful remedy