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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
TWO BUILDINGS BLOWN UP.
Gas Explosion mt Scranton, Pn., In
jures Eighteen People.

SCRANTON. Pa. Aug. Am explosion.
probably of Illuminating a, at e:2J o'c,oc1
this evening caused the collapse and tse
total destruction OF two large bfick build
ings in the heart Of the city. located 1T
40 and 422 LsckaWaRRa Avenue One vas
the Merchants and Mechanics Bank bu Id
ing. one Of the Oldest Institutions OF the
kind in the city, and Il. D. Phillips fu-ni-
ture warehouse.
AT least eighteen persons were Injured
but all Of them are expected to recover
with the exception OF the bank watchman,
Frank Woelkers- His leg was nearly torn
on b. heavy timbers, and he sustained
frightful cuts and bruises. There seems
no doubt that the affair was due TO an ex-
plosion of Illuminating gas.
The conclusion was terrific and was
heard for miles. ALI the windows CT the
buildings adjoining and across the street
were broken. The two buildings co olapsed
like broken eggshelI. The frcnt walls
shot into the street, injuring several pee
pie on the walk. and one young girl was
buried in the debris.
There were fifteen people at two hes
pitals here and many more were slightly
hurt and were cared for by physicians n
the spot. The bank funds are in the bank
Rndssre safe. The loss is $50 coo.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
, yerro works an old Dodge.

A negro giving the name OF Clarence w.
Smith. about twenty-one years OF age,
called at the clothing store of 1. Grosner,
914 f Street northwest, last night AID
purchased clothing and other articles
valued at s275O. directing that the goods
he sent C. o. D. to his home at 2120 Thir-
teanth street northwest. 1t was the same
dodge which has been successfully worked
recently by other negroes. and when the
messenger called at the house mentioned
he was asked to wait at the door for his
money The goods were delivered TO the
man by the unsuspeeting porter, who
waited patiently for his money. Mean
while Smith made hasty exit through a
rear door. jumped over a fence, and eE-
capped with the goods. When too late the
porter notified his employer, who in tu.
called upon the police.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
FEW ENGLIsHMEN AT PARIS.
The Exposition Suffering From an
Effective Boycott.

LONDON, Aug 4.-If proof were needed
of the small attendance OF Britishers at
the Paris Exposition an interesting one
was given yesterday at the haif-yearly
meeting of the Chatham and Dover Rail-
way. The Last exposition in 1889 caused
an increase in receipts OF GS0.O00 above
the normal, while the present half yer
shows a decline in the Continental traffic
of s16,000.
Other railroads handling Continental
traffic have had similar experience. Tais
has more important bearing than the
mere effect on the shareholders. Uu1outt
edly the war, with it's attendant Ia Ii 6
dividends and increased trxss and pIi- es,
partially accounts for the absence o. the
English. Many also have suffered te
reayements or are still prey to anxiety,
but this only accounts for small proror-
tions of the hundreds of thousands who
would Undoubtedly have gone had not the
silent, unorganized boycott taken place,
which. beyond question, is the case.
This undoubtedly was caused partly by
apprehension OF uncourteoCs treatment,
which is unnecessary. but chiefly by re-
sentiment at the attacks on the Queen and
the royal family by the gutter press OF
Paris. Undoubtedly the Exposition is
suffering greatly financially from the 40
sence of thousands of the best-paying
guests upon whom at the outset they had
reckoned as a certainly.
Consequently, the disturbances in the
calculations have been responsible for
heavy losses. The result OF this newt
ably will be an increase OF French hostlit
toward Englishmen, which is alrady suf-
ficiently great TO be real political danger
AT the same time it is pointed out that
not since 1870 has there been such inter-
course between the Germans and the
French. The former swarm at Paris and
are made welcome to enjoy the Expos 'ol,
which has been a triumph for German ma
chinery and manufactures. England thus
suffers politically and commercially.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Negro Cuts n White Man.

William Kemp and Arthur Brown, the
latter cof1red. fought last night at tine
corner OF Tbirty-ffth and NJ Streets,
Georgeto Gn, and Kemp was cut in the
back and painfully wounded. The men
met about IL O'Clock and began an alterca-
ton Immediately. the result. 1t is said. of
a former quarrel. Brown is said to have
produced huge knife and attacked Kemp
viciously. Somebody called for the police
and the wounded man was taken to the
Georgetown University Hospital in the
patrol wagon. Brown was arrested and
locked up.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
SHOT BY A BRAKEMAN.
Richard Scott Wounded While
Stealing n Ride.

Richard Scott, colored, aged twenty-four
years, was brought TO this city last night
and placed at :.ie Emergency Hospital.
suffering from a gunshot wound in the left
thigh. The bullet was extracted and the
patient will recover.
1t was learned that Scott was shot by
brakeman on the Pennsylvania Railroad
about fifteen miles from this city He is
said to have been stealing a ride on
freight train. Between Baltimore and
this city he was discovered on the train
and put of by a brakeman. but again
boarded the train as ii left small station
after taking on water. Scott was seen to
board the rear coach and was shot by one
OF the brakemen. He fell from the train,
but made his way to Beltsvilie, Md. sew
eral miles from Washington. There lie
was placed aboard a passenger train ana
brought here. At the hospital Scott was
placed in a ward. He is said TO live in
New York City.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
chIld Hurt by a street Car.

Frances Biting, four years old. daughter
II William Biting, who lives at 1882
rhirty-second Street northwest, was
truck by the fender OF a car on the
Georgetown and Tenleytown Railway last
light at the corner Of Thirty-second and
P Streets northwest. She was severely
tut and bruised about the head, face. and
limbs. and was removed to the Georgetown
University Hospital for treatment.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
A LIFE TERM FOR STEALING.
aigors of n Virginia Law for George
johnson. n Cow Thief

NEWPORT NEWS. Va. Aug. AIN the
Corporation Court this morning George
Johnson, alias Thomas Kelly. was SEN
fenced to serve four years in the peniten-
tiary for stealing two COWS from c. H.
Sprinkle. Of this city. on May "a. This
probably means that Kelly Will spend the
remainder of his life in the State prison.
Under a comparatively recent law of
The Legislature five years is added tc a
mans second term in the psnitentiaIy.
For a third offence 10 matter what time
g set in the verdict the prisoner must
serve life term the assumption ing
that three penitentiary offences samp him
rs -incorrigible." Kelly is said to have
ierved sentences from Richmond and
Prince George counties.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Ladies' Skirts.

We've made lot OF 200 Separate
Dress and Rainy-Day Skirts that
are excellent values up to si2- You
shall buy them for less than one
half tomorrow. Plain Black and
Blue. Oxfords. Mixed Tweeds. Yene-
tians, and Broadcloths: also White
Piques, Linens. Denims, etc. They've
all got our inimitabie S. 90
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
A wIFEs TERRIBLE DEED.
5boots Her Husband Dead, Then
Kills Herself.

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 4-Robert W.
sinclair. prominent fruit dealer, was
murdered by his wife this evening at NAL
Sern. on the main line OF the Pennsylvania
Railroad. The woman. after shooting her
husband. turned the revolver on herself
and ended her life. There were only
two shots fired, each going into the head
sf the victim, and causing instant death.
Little is known of the trouble leading up
10 the tragedy. Until six weeks ago the
couple were believed TO be living in perfect
harmony, but Sinclair. 1t is understood,
was soon TO bring suit for divorce.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05

and the patrol wagon was called from the
Fifth precinct station, and Heurich re-
moved to the Washington Asylum Hos
pitaL There everything possible was
done for him. but without avail. No
funeral arrangements were possible last
night. An inquest is not expected.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
IN rERIL IN SHALLOW WATER.
Bridge Jumper breaks Both Legs
and Narrowly Escnpcs DROWNING

and Narrowly Escapes Drowning.
WILKEsBARRE. Pa, Aug. 4.-Lewis
Robinsky jumped into the susquehanna
River from the Pittston Bridge at / o'clock
this morning and broke both legs. He
struck close to one OF the piers. where the
water is only three feet deep. and one leg
was broken above the knee and the other
below.
Then followed fearful struggle to keep
his head above water. His legs were use
less. and he was giddy with the pain, but
he struggled and screamed for help. A
party Of young people heard him. and
Thomas Mclaughlin waded out and car
ried him ashore. He was taken to the
hospital.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
COrSefS.

About 200 pairs gathered from
among the Corset Stock-some ].
BIS. some W. B. B.'s-Summer Cor
sets. made of strong Netting. with
long, short, or medium waist and
high or low bust; your size in one
brand sT : lsIr..S or the other. Worth $50
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Ladies' Hosiery.

Limited quantity of Ladies' Pure
Lisle Thread Hose, Rembrandt rib
bed and Hermsdorf Black. None
better are sold at soc a pair any
where. AT the clearance price not
to eye5 a ensfeusa thsse pairs three for S1.0l
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Ladies' Edkfs,

Nearly 500 Ladies' Haudkerchiefs.
some with lace edge; some with
embroidered corners; some hem
stitched; some initiated, and almost
every letter is to be had They
are Sc. 15c. and II 1-2c grades, Ec
for.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Muslin Underwear.

In all about 1000 pieces of Muslin
and Cambria Undergarments, in
cluding Skirts. Correct Covers,
Gowns, and Drawers; each piece
handsomely and profusely trimmed
with fine lace or embroidery It's
a clearance stroke that gathers
these values up to s1-25 for 6QC
offering at. at...................
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Wash Goods.

What are left OF the Printed Wash
Fabrics, Irish Dimlties. English
Batistes. Lace Grenadines, Corduroy
Novelties, and Plain Colored Eng
lish Batistes and Dimities on the
first floor; exclusive designs and
tintiEgs; worth 15c. 1Sc. zoe. SlC
and 22c a yard, for w
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Ladies' Suits.

so in all. including all-silk-lined
Wool Suits. Mercerized. Linen and
Pique Suits, Silk Foulard, Lawn.
Organdy and Dimity Costumes; the
very highest grade ef-
fects in the assortment SIX m
at S25 to S35. Choice. ........~ J'VV
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
TuCkingS.

Lot Of All-Over Tucklngs, in a
-xaEiety Of styles and widths; fine
qualities, worth 75c and ssc yard.
To close them oat before stock acc
taking. III
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
90
Bathing Suits.

Clearance brings you these Bril-
liantine and Flannel Bathing Suits.
in Black and Navy Blue. handsomely
trimmed with braid, that 81 15
are really worth S6. for. ..... @J.-J
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Nail Brushes.

Lot Of Japanese Nail Brushes:
Just a few Of a kind, but over a
score of kinds; worth up to 1cC
39c; choice. tO
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Ladies' LisIe Vests.

Ladies' Pure Lisle Thread Vests,
with low neck and no sleeves;
combination OF SOC lot, 39c lot, and
lot that is extra good value at 10c
25c Choice for. ~
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Tooth Brushes.

Lot of Japanese Tooth Brushes:
pure b.istles and bone handles;
assorted sizes and styles; worth &C
10c. j
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
EnbrOiderieS.

Lot of those new Ribbon Bead
ings. Insertlngs, and Edgings that
have been most popular OF all;
Ice, 1sc, and zoe values in f14C
this lot. fer................ tL2
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
DIED

FLYNN-on Saturday, August 4, 1900, at a;
m, THOMAS J. FLYNN, of Weather Bureau, and
Guard Officer of Rawlins Post No. l, g. A. H.
Notice OF funeral later. IL
FIEID-On Saturday. Angus! 4. 1900 at / p
FRANCIS A. FIELD aged fiity-eight years seven
months and eleven days.
Notice of funeral hereafter IL
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05

Lieut.. Frederick w. Alstaette- was born
in Ohio and was appointed from that State.
He has a good record as a soldier and has
been in the army since June 81. 1899.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
RevoIutionist Schooner Seized.

COLON, Aug 4.-The Government has
seized in Porto Bello the reyoiuticnlst
schooner Esmeralda. laden with general
cargo. She has been brought to this port.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
A Fight i'm Pleasant Aitey.

George Marbury and Joseph Cousins,
both colored. engaged in fight in Pleas
ant Alley southwest last night about Il
O'Clock. During the melee Marbury was
cut about the head and face and was sent
to the Emergency Hospital In the pstr5l
wagon from the Fourth precinct STATEN.
The police began a search for Cousins. vh)
disappeared after the fight. He had rot
been apprehended early this morning
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Wrappers.

Lawn and Percale Wrappers. some
White and some in choicest color
ings: made and trimmed in good
style and good taste. There are
several grades here worth up to
$3.50 that have been lotted to-
gether for special sale tenor QSC
row at. Observation-Disclosures
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05

To be without Heurich's is to be witheut the
pleasure Of the day. Phone 0S4. Arlington Bot
Ting Co., for Of Maerzen, Senate. ca Lager.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Dress Suit Cases.

Made of solid sole leather; over
steel frame: protected corners:
lined with linen; brass catches and
spring locks. 26-inch. s5; "a m
24-inch, $3.50. and 22-inch. '4.VV
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05

Heurieh's beers are food tor reflection. Order
A case Of Maerzcn. Senate. or Lager by phoninS
63l Arlington Bottling Co.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
White Goods.

What are left of the imported
Novelties in White Goods-those
choice conceits that have given us
prestige all through this season
Piques. India Linens. Swissss.
Brodes, and Netteta Cloths;
worth from 35c to SOC a yard, &C
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Infants Wear.

A punching of Infants Caps that
have been selling up to $3.50. and
Infants Dresses that have been sell
ing up to $3.50; they are all in per-
feet condition. but in small lots
that mustn't be here when we 1SC
take inventory. Choice EJ
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Telescopes.

Heavy Canvas Telescopes. bound
with leather and lined with linen:
sewed and riveted ends; some with
two and some with three straps;
26-inch, S1.s9; 24-inch, s179; %
inch. s1.59; 2O-inch. s1-s9. 81 10
and 1S-inch j
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
A DETACHMENT ROUTED.
sixteen Americans Surrounded by
FiIipinos Meet with Disaster.
Manila, Aug. 4

"Adjutant General, Washington:
First Lieutenant Alstaetter, Corps
OF Engineers. U. s. a, with escort tif-
teen men. attacked August /. road be-
tween San Miguel de Mayuma Nuzon)
and San Isidro Uuzon) by armed band
insurgents, reported $50 strong. Entire
party killed. wounded, or captured.
"KiIled-Troop II. Fourth Cavalry.
Richard Dichler.
Wounded Charles NJ. Newman.
wounded in arm. serious; both; Walter
Brewer. wounded In arm. serious;
Company A, Battalion of Engineers. U.
S. A., Edward Long, wounded in abdo-
men. serious.
Captured-Lleutenant Als.aetter;
Company A, Battalion Of Engineers. U.
s. A., Henry 7. Crenshaw; Troop II,
Fourth Cavalry, Arthur Bates. Charles
J. Fuehsinger, Edward ], Cromer,
George Knaub William ]. Garrity, John
Coughlin. Robert +. Taylcr, Joseph T.
Mealey.
Wounded sent San Isidro with note
from Lacuna Maraimo announcing
prisoners would be well treated.
"MARTHUR."
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
dyoMGzg
Pennsylvania AveGue and Seventh Street
Specials Dictated by Our Clearance Pre-
Vious to Inventory Policy.
The items speak for themselves. The bargains
shine outin unmistakabe briIancy- and must an.
pealto you as the most propitious buying time of
this season. Which indeed it is.
Ladies' Shirt Waists

The balance OF that extraordinary
purchase will bo or sale tomorrow.
Plain and Fancy s-c7 q, Madras, and
Percale Waists, in = lusive designs
and shadings, perfect fitting and
latest styles: worth up to
$3.50. All sizes. with your 6RC
choice, for. ~
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05

THE RESTAURANT Al 40S THIR-
teenth Street northwest, formerly con-
Quoted by Joy Nun and Lee Hing, is now
under the sole management of Lee Hing.
An experienced cook has been obtained
and everything will be strictly first-ciass-
Imported Teas at reasonable prices
Item
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
Club Bags.

Genuine Alligator Club Bags.
lined with linen; inside pocket:
choice Of either 10. II. or 12- S1Sn
inch at the special price Of. lily
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-08-05
SPECIAL NOTICES.

NOTICE-MEMBERS OF DECATUR
Lodge. No. g. X. of P: There will be
special meeting tonight at Typographical
Temple to arrange for the funeral of our
late beloved Brother Minor G. Heare.
Item w II. ]. BROWN, X OF r. & S.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-05-29
AT The NORTH END

Frank Saggerson got into lots OF
trouble yesterday. but he might have
expected 1t. AS Officer Gilfoil was GO
ing up Gladstone avenue late yester-
day afternoon he was accosted by a
man named Purello, who keeps a store
at the foot OF iFrurlong Village. PureIlo
said three men had come into his store
and one OF them. as he was leaving,
took a bottle OF soda with him,
The storekeeper wanted the case push
ed and the orficer took a description
of the men. A few minutes later the
officer saw three men ahead and they
answered the description of the soda
lifters. Unfortunately the men saw
the officer and tried TO get a good start.
The officer went to the Second station
and reported to Capt Horton. Officer
Lynch was detailed to go with officer
Gilfoil. All the barrooms as far as Fill
more street were searched, but the gang
was not found. officer Gilfoil. by this
time, had figured out who the thief was.
1t looked as IL Frank. who was the
party needed. had left the district, and
officer Lynch started for the station
to attend a roll call. Officer Gilfoil stop
ped TO ring in a box. Officer Gilfoil was
keeping his eyes open and just between
himself and Lynch, who had not got
many yards away, he saw Saggerson.
A whistle from the rear attracted Of
ficer Lynch's attention, and on a sign
from Officer Gilfoil, Saggerson was
stopped. He was asked his name by
officer Lynch and his reply was Con-
ley. Officer Lynch said there's man
behind who knows your name" Sag
gerson looked around and was amaz-
ed 10 see officer Gilfoil coming on the
double quick. Saggerson was asked how
the soda tasted and said "all right" He
admitted stealing it, The two officers
noticed Frank contrary TO his usual
custom wore a watch and chain.
He was taken to the Second Police
Station and later man named Manuel
Carpanian came TO the station and re-
ported a watch and chain had been
stolen from his room on Dan Street.
One OF the officers showed the watch
taken from Saggerson and Carparian
identified the property as his own.
Saggerson pleaded not guilty In the
Sixth district court. today.to the charge
OF breaking and entering dwelling
and larceny and was held in $500 for
trial next Friday.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-05-29
FINED FOR PAWNING
MRS. DUNTLEY'S WATCH.

ing, she was asked by counsel for the
defence IL Nhe heard Foster we'll on
other occasions. She replied that she
did at timeS Then enc was asked If
she heard Foster clearly when he
popped the question. oh" said tho
witness, blithely, Il could hear that
any time"
The state submitted Fosters conver-
sation when under arrest, In which the
respondent said that he pawned the
watch to play policy. He put % cents
on all three strings for all day and he
was sure OF winning. He did not make
a hit. however. and he couiun't take
the watch out OF soak"
Foster swore that Mrs,
Duntley gave him the watch
outright: but when she. came TO him
and wanted the watch again. he gave
her the pawn ticket and told her 10
hold II and he would get IL back for
her. tlf
Mrs. Duntley was recalled by the
state and was asked II she had given
the watch to her afiianced several times
but had us often taken il away
from him.
Foster was fined $50 and costs.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1900-05-29
MAY END STRIKE.
Chicago Building Contractors
Arc willing TO Meet Repre-,
sentatIves Of Local Unions

Chicago, May 29.-The contractors
are willing TO meet the local unions
but not representatives of the Nation
al Building Trades Council.
TINS statement. made by Victor Falk-
enau, chairman of the press committee
of the Contractors Council. is declared
by labor leaders to presage speedy
settlement OF the labor troubles which
have for months paralyzed building op-
erauons In Chicago. Mr.. Falkenaus s
statement. however. Ia coupled with an
important proviso. The Building Trades
Council OF Chicago, the central organic
alton OF the Chicago unions is barred
as well as the National Building Trades
Council.
while our Willingness TO confer with
the unions is modification OF our
first position" said he. there will be no
settlement with any union which re-
tains its membership in the Central
Organization"