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The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
A Standard Among Newspapers.

Rejecting in its widening circulation
and increasing advertising patronage
the prosperity that marks the opening
of the new year the Pittsburg Times
more than ever impresses upon its read
ers the excellence of its high standard
and the success of its efforts TO make a
model paper for the individual and for
the family. The Times is newspaper,
sparing no pains nor expense to cover
the world thoroughly every day, that
its current page Of history may be CON-
plete and in its longer range overlook
ing nothing that occurs at home. 1t is
clean, dignified and reliable, certain
that no lack Of these features can be
made up in offensive sensationalism. II
can be taken into the family circle with
confidence that its columns are filed
with wholesome instruction and enter
tainment. Wherever known The
Times is recognized as the best type OF
concise, crisp and complete newspaper
and among newspaper men 1t is the
publication with which comparisons OF
excellence are made. While The Times
is Republican in politics it realizes that
others have right to be on earth, and
that politics are not everything. When
one cent day will buy morning paper
it is foolish to be without one. The
Times is three dollars year and worth
the money.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24

In refusing the several new applicants
for license, Judge Reed stated that he
did not feel at liberty to grant them II
he were otherwise disposed to do so.
He said that when he went on the bench
he granted licenses In such places and
numbers as he deemed necessary to
meet the requirements of the law and
the public needs That the action TAX
en- at that time had been substantially
re-afIirmed at every license court since,
and that there had been no material de-
parture from the policy thus Indicated
the number OF licenses and the places
licensed virtually remaining the same.
He said that his intention to adhere to
this policy had been so frequently an
nounced from the bench, and TO all who
had sought by letter or otherwise, to
interview him on the subject that he
felt IL would BE- neither consistent nor
fair to those who, acting upon the policy
thus declared, have refrained from max
ing application without first making IL
known that the field was now open for
one and all persons who desired TO APP
ply, and that he wanted now TO make
this public announcement.
The Judge also stated that this did
not mean that additional licenses would
be granted, but merely that he was
ready to yield his judgment on the sit
uation to the will OF the people, espec-
tally II they continued, without dis
senting voice, TO overwhelm him with
such numerously signed petitions rs had
been presented at this license court
praying for more licenses. He said the
evidence offered IN support OF these
applications showed a large present and
prospective increase In the business of
the county, and an apparent pressing
need for additional hotel accommoda-
tions. He thought, however, 1t was
better TO be tagging In the rear with
such accommodations rather than TO be
placing houses on the frontier OF every
business enterprise. He further stated
that II the petitioners knew what was
needed in their respective communities
in the way Of additional licensed houses,
it was quite evident that the Judgment
of the court needed revising. But that
the petitioners this time only succeeded
in knocking from under him the ground
on which he had been standing without
convincing him, therefore he desired
the people to stand up again and be
counted before he could determine the
significance Of their action, and what
the court ought to do in the premises
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
Rathnel.

Mrs. J. II. Flick, of Dubois, visited
friends here last week.
II. 3. Wise, whose family is living at
Crenshaw, has bought the property of
John yalnski and will become resi-
dent of our town soon.
Maplewood mine is idle this week on
account of breakage of the compressor.
w. A. Butler has moved his lumber
camp from his old mill to the Virginia
mine, where he expects to do consid-
cradle work.
Washington Camp No. 602, p. o. S.
Of A., are making arrangements to OBJ
serve Washingtons birthday. Bills
will be posted in few days as to the
program, etc.
The conduct of some OF our young
people is going to the extreme both on
the street and at public meetings. 1t
will be necessary TO take some Of
them to the county Judge to make an
example for others II they continue in
their unbecoming and disgraceful way.
George Lyle, who has been working
near Pittsburg for some time, has re-
turned home.
Miss Maggie Barclay was in Dubois
this week.
Prof. Russell Rudolph had business
in Sykesville last week.
The teachers at the Dean school were
of duty Monday and Tuesday Of this
week, as the directors gave the building
thorough cleaning.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
George Pifer, Sr., Dead.

George Pifer one of the pioneers OF
jefferson county, died suddenly at his
home in Henderson township, Monday
morning, aged 10 years. Mr.. Pifer
arose as usual Monday morning, but
after eating his breakfast complained of
feeling unwell His condition was not
such as to cause alarm until about
10 O'clock when he asked to be
helped to his bed Mrs. Pifer,
who survives him, assisted her
husband to the desired resting place,
and as she arranged the pillows under
meath his head he turned and said, with
quiver on his lip: "Mother, I am GO
ing to die" Those were his dying
words, for with the same breath in
which they were uttered he gave gasp
and was dead. Henry Pifer one Of his
was hastily summoned, but all was over.
His death was instantaneous and pain
less. The deceased was one OF family
of five boys, all of whom attained an
age near to the four-score limit. They
have all borne the name Of honorable
and Industrious citizens, who have each
contributed long and useful life to
the development OF the agricultural
resources OF the county. Mr.. Pifer was
devout church member, and was
pillar in the German Reformed church
in Paradise from his youth. His re-
mains were laid to rest in the Pifer
burying grounds at 10 o'clock to-day,
the funeral being attended by large
concourse of relatives and neighbors.-
Punxsutawney Spirit.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24

Mayor Depinet, OF Erie, has declared
that the practice of profane swearing
upon the streets Of that city must cease,
and has given orders to the police to
arrest all persons found giving offense
in that particular. The Dispatch says
the mayor will have the support of
every decent citizen in enforcing this
order.-Bradlord Star. Now city faith
ers, Kane, too! What right have a few
foul-mouthed men TO blurt forth their
profanity and indecency to shock the
ears of women and vitiate the minds of
children In our fair mountain city? If
it's question of rights, where do the
rights of the right minded come in?-
Kane Leader. The citizens of Reynolds
vile need not go to Erie or Kane to hear
profanity on the streets. Just stand on
Main street some evening for few
minutes.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
Teachers Institute.


The teachers OF winsow township
held an institute at Sykesville Jan. goth.
The institute organized at 200 o'clock
p. m. Rev. Palmer, OF the Baptist
church, conducted the devotional ex-
ercises, after which the following Of
ficers we're elected: Pres, A. G. Pow
ell; Sec, Jessie L. Smeltzer; Reporter,
Mr.. Joseph Syphrit.
Mr.. Longwell, OF the Brockwayville
schools, talked on the necessities Of u
school. They are. the children, the
patrons and the teacher. The ambitious,
attentive child is the one Of whom the
teacher should think when he becomes
discouraged.
After singing selection from Uncle
Sans School Songs" Miss Mary Ennis
recited Guilty or Not Guilty" In a
pleasing way. How TO Prevent Tardi-
ness was discussed by Misses Snedden
and Lyden. Miss Snedden suggested
pleasing stories, singing and talking
with the pupils, showing the evil ef-
fects Of hardness Miss Lyden thot
great good might be done by having
the cooperation OF the parents.
Mr.. Powell discussed the Evolution
OF Expression. He compared IT with
the evolution Of art. The four steps
are animation, object OF attraction,
displaying purpose and obedience to
the true and beautiful. In her discus
sion of reading Miss Corbett said the
two aims were TO get the pupils to
readily recognize form and to have him
get the thot. Mr.. Wilson and Mr.. Ru-
dolph spoke briefly on this subject.
Miss Prudence Phillippi recited "New
Years Mishaps" in natural manner.
Annie Davis and Miss Lyden discussed
the Aim Of the Teacher. A recitation
should have definite aim which should
lead TO the final end to be attained, the
| good OF the child. Miss Muir, Mr..
Rudolph and Mr.. Powell spoke briefly
on the subject.
After singing, the subject of the val
lie of music was briefly discussed. Mr..
Wilson showed its value in discipline
and In the development Of character
The subject was discussed by several
other members.
As committee on program for next
meeting Mr.. Rudolph, Miss Snedden
and Miss Smeltzer were appointed.
The committee on Histories reported
favorably for Montgomery's series and
on motion the institute decided to ask
the directors to consider the Montgom
cry histories when changing the text
book on history.
Mr.. Syphrit then read his report o.
the days work.
After vote of thanks to the Sykes
vile people the institute adjourned.
| SECRETARY.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
hlQh School Bulletin.
EDITORIAL STAFF.
Editsr-in -Chisf-Lydis Msllingsr.
Assistant Editor-Ehs Milliren.
Local Editor-Msuds Hoon.
IN MEMORY OF LA FAYETTE.

IN MEMORY OF LA FAYETTE.
In the city OF Paris there Is II certain
convent which is known as the convent
Of the Petit Picpus. In the grounds OF
this convent is a small cemetery where
nearly 1900 victims OF the guillotine
were buried indiscriminately. Here
also lie the bones OF Lafayette beside
those Of his wife. who wished to be
buried there. The only thing that
marks the grave of the patriotic friend
of Washington is plain granite slab.
In view OF these things the "LaFay-
ette Memorial Commission" was formed
for the purpose OF erecting in Paris a
monument to the memory of Lafayette,
as Il tribute from the youth of our ma
tion.
An approximate estimate Of the value
Of the monument is about quarter Of Il
million.
The dedication Of the monument,
which will take place on July 4, 1900,
will make United States Day at the
Paris Exposition one of especial interest.
No other country will find such basis
for the celebration of its national day in
Paris but all the nations Of the world
will unite with our republic in the ded-
lcation of this tribute which shall mark
forever the grave Of Lafayette.
MIsTLEToE.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
Shortage in Supply Soft Coal Continues.

Shortage in Supply Soft Coal Continues.
Coal Trade Journal
At Buffalo the same old story can be
told this week Of the soft coal trade
shortage Shippers having coal to Offer
have only to name their price and their
product is taken. AT times the shippers
are unable to get their own coal, as the
railroads are claiming their inalienable
right to take anything on their tracks.
The Western New York & Pennsylva-
mia, Allegheny Valley, Grand Trunk
and other roads have confiscated many
car loads of coal consigned over their
lines because of their inability to secure
their own contract supply of coal. 1t is
stated by some of the shippers that
never before in the history Of the mar
ket has there been such shortage Of
soft coal nor such good demand. In
fact the quotations are not used in bas-
ing prices, they being fixed by the
needs of the consumer.
On April lst there is to be an advance
Of at least 30 to 30 cents per ton on Bit
luminous coal freight rates above last
years figures. This advance will cause
btuminous coal companies to put up
the price of coal, as in the Cumberland
region the miners will get at least 10
cents more per ton, and in the Clear
field region at least the same. The
cost of production will be 20 cents more
than it was last year.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

Has worldwide fame for marvellous
cures. 1t surpasses any other salve, To-
tion, ointment or balm for cuts, corns,
burns, boils, sores, felons, ulcers, tet-
ter, salt rheum, fever sores, chapped
hands, skin eruptions; infallible for
piles. Cure guaranteed. Only 25c. at
III. Alex. Stokes drug store.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
A Good Tenant

Wants to rent by April lst small
house and barn with good cellar in
Reynoldsville, or would rent a small
farm nearby. Address,
A. G. FISH. Freeport, Pa.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24

Nobby suits, the very latest style, is
what Johns g. Thompson, merchant tail
ors, are turning out. Try them.
This Is the time Of the year everyone
expects TO find bargains In store.
Shick ~ Wagner's is the place to go,
Shoes for all at Williams.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
LOCALS.

LOCALS.
The "Pa" OF the Senior class has de-
cided to take Ma" and the children on
trip OF exploration to Jupiter. II has
been requested that "Ma" get the
trunks packed as quickly as possible for
it will require ll0s years il they take an
express train travelling at the rate of
thirty miles an hour. But "Pa" thinks
he can save expense II he puts each one
of the youngsters on a ray of light
himself and MA" will follow on tandem
ray--and arrive at that unknown world
in "a minutes and 81 seconds. They
expect to spend Jovian year sightsee-
ing on this wonderful planet aud since
year on Jove is equal TO almost twelve
of our years we may not see them In
this city for a long time land all of "Pa's"
nine beautiful daughters will be old
maids). We hope they will not fall in
love with that world and that they will
return before they are all gray headed
or too childish to tell us of the wonder
ful things they have seen there. Per-
haps by the next issue OF this paper we
may be able to give description of some
of the wonderful sights seen by these
adventuresome astronomers.
The Juniors having completed their
this term work in Philosophy Friday,
decided to give blowout in honor
of the occasion but cold water was
thrown on their enthusiasm when in
formed that they were to take up Bug
ology."
1t is wonder that Sr. ) is not jealous
Of the young man whose picture she
wears, because when she wears him he
throws eyes at all the pretty girls in
| the room.
We have heard that the Long" of
the Senior Glass is good Dyer" but
she generally selects Brown"
Jr. No. is thinking seriously of hold
ing union meeting OF the classes and
testifying what good Geometry has
done for her.
We have heard Of professors who are
so tender-hearted as to give the boys
chloroform before whipping them.
Friendship hearts are the fad. II you
will send us hearts you may be our
| friend.
The program rendered last Friday by
the Sbakespearean Literary Society
was exceptionally good. The debate,
Resolved, that foreign immigration
should be restricted, was won by the
negative, which was represented by Mr..
Flynn and Miss King.
On Monday morning the schools were
entertained by A. Lincoln Kirk in his
rendition of the trial scene of the "Mer-
chant of Venice"
The students of the High School
would make good squad OF cadets II
the drum corps would play rag time" !"
| IL some of the students would eschew
all conglomerations of fatulent garruity
, and apply their talent to mental labor,
success would result.
There was a committee OF three ap-
pointed on Friday to stimulate interest
in the society and we hope they will
bring In good report next meeting,
but they must not be discouraged il il
does not waken from its long Rip Van
Wrinkle sleep at the first shake up.
The final test of the Philosophical
knowledge OF the Junior class was Civ.
en- Friday morning.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS

ment Company.
Notice is hereby given that the an
nual election OF directors and treasurer
OF the Reynoldsville Land and Improve
ment Company will be held on the 18th
day OF February, 1900. between the
hours OF 200 and 400 o'clock p. M, OF
said day, at the Office OF g. Mitchell, In
the borough Of Reynoldsville.
s. B. ELnSoTT, Pres.
g. MIToHELI., Sec.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24
For CONGRESS
w. O. SMITH,

Sub joct to action OF the Republicans OF JET
fcrson county ut the primary election, Tues
day, Feb. 20, 1900.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24

The Lawrence paints excel all others
in beauty, durability and economy.
They are always uniform, reliable and
satisfactory. For sale by the Reynolds
vile Hardware Co.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24

A beautiful oil painting given away
with every pair of Queen Quality shoes
bought at Johnston & Nolan's.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24


o. n.
ureat plg' Iat' fresh oys'
Hot cakes for breakfast.
Try Aunt Jemima's Fan Cake
~ " 0i
we are still selling a
straight soc. English break
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24

Cream cheese that is cream
cheese, melts in your mouth.
Robinson & Mundorf sell it.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1900-01-24

Great big, fat, fresh oys-
ters at Robinson & Mum
dorf's.
The state herald., 1900-06-01
MErHopIsrs CONFERENCE.
Refuses to Criticise President Mckinley
Still Forbids Card Playing.

Chicago. May 2S-With three busi-
ness sessions to-day the quadrennial
conference of the Methodist church,
which for month past has been sit
ting here considering great questions
affecting the welfare of that denomin-
alton, practically came to close. The
actual adjournment does not take place
until tomorrow, but to-morrow's ses-
sion Is expected to be little more than
tormality. Many of the delegates
left for their homes tonight.
Much important business was trans
acted to-day, including the settlement
of two of the most interesting questions
brought before the conference.-the re.
ports of the committee on temperance
and the committee on the state OF the
church in regard to the ban ON card
playing, theater-going, dancing and 9TH
er amusements. 4 strong political col
or was given the discussion on the tenn
perance question by the bitter nrralgn-
ment of President Mckinley because of
his attitude on the antl-cantecn law. but
after some decidedly warm debate the
conference refused TO criticisc the atti-
tude of the chief magistrate by strik-
Ing out by an overwhelming vote all
reference to his action ON his part or
that OF Attorney General GrIggs.
The minority report on amusements
accepted Saturday. was, TO the surprise
OF many, laid on the table. which ac-
tion leaves the paragraph In the book
OF discipline exactly rs II was before
the question was considered.
The state herald., 1900-06-01
THE HAVANA FRAUDS.
Only Extend to Postal Department Salaries
Cut.

Havana, May 2S.-General Wood re-
ceivcd today n report from the audi
tors who have been Investigating the
treasury and the customs departments.
The auditors say that they have not
finished their work. hut everything so
far as they have gone II satisfactory.
AT all events the method OF keeping the
books Is perfect. and does not present
any difficulty to the examiner. Tie
auditors are not Havana employees, but
have been brought especially from the
United States because OF their records
as experts
Acting Director General Brlstow Is
still endeavoring 10 reduce expenses In
the postal department. To-day he Is
sued nm order cutting down salaries
IN the Havana local office, the pay OF
the postmaster being reduced from 81
800 to S3.G0O. that of his assistant
from $1,000 to Sl.S00. and that OF ten
other employees by sums ranging frem
500 to 500. Mr.. Bristow says he IL
fixing the salaries mt figures slightly
above those paid In the United States
because OF the abnormal conditions ex-
listing here.
Seven clcrkships have also been abol-
ishcd. making n reduction OF another
S6.50O. In the order Mr.. Bristow says
that additional reductions can bc made
In the local os,ice ~.th out detriment.
The state herald., 1900-06-01
VIII ttuild Line Jointly,

New York. Mny 2s.-Aldncc y. Walk.
or. chairman Of the Aichlson. Topeka
4 Snntn Fc board. says the Carson 4
Corolnrdo cutoff mentioned IN snlt
Lake dispatches IN connection with e.
T.. IIuptlngion'r visit TO thni city VIII
bc built and operated Jointly by the
Southern Pacific nnd the Aicblson.
Mr.. Walker snid:
"rbc formation Of the company sc.
fcrrcd 10 Inns been alleged In the west.
crn press 10 lndicnic The existence OF n
dcni between the Southern rnclnc nnd
the Atclilaon In respect 10 California
traffic generally. but II means nothing
Of the Kind beyond the well.known fact
TINT the management of both systems
opposes unnecessary rnllrond construc.
tlon. and believes ilint when one line
cnn bc utilized by both companies that
course " preferable TO the building VI
parallel lines"
The state herald., 1900-06-01

THAT is the eighth boy" said tho
matron OF city employment bureau
recently. "who has come today to en-
gage cook. laundress or parlor maid.
Moreover. each one has made good
selection. stated his requirements
clearly. and finished In half the time
his mother or sister would have occu-
pied." The new boy is as distinct n
product of the age as the new woman.
He can make his own bed. sew buttons
on his own clothes. manage bachelor
establishment for his father and him
self. make out the menus and do chat
ing-dish cookery, all without losing
his rank in school or his prestige
among his boy mates.
The state herald., 1900-06-01
san rrrnrl.co.. oun rnn,lnc.

San Francisco. Mny 2s.-Thc plague
situation assumed new phnsc Tonight.
which viii probably result IN the quar-
nntining OF the Chinese section Of the
city. The lunrantining OF Chinatown
was not called forth by amy unfnvor.
able developments, but II wns due to
the necessity OF providing FOR the bet.
ter control OF the situation. In view OF
the fact that the United Sinter Circuit
Court to-day issued mn order restrain.
Ing the local Board OF Health and Dr.
Kiny0un. the United States surgeon
from inoculnting Chinese and Japan
crc
when the decision Of the court was
rendered. Surgeon Kinyoun called on
his inspection and notified Surgeon
General wymnn Of the courts decision.
The state bonrd then took the mntter
In hand. Al n meeting OF thnt body n
resolution was pnsscd instrucilng the
local Board OF Health TO place nn ~.
feciiyc quarantine around Chinatown.
The local Board OF Health issued n call
for n spccini meeting tonight and II is
probable that n formal quarantine OF
Chinatown win bc drlnred and meas
ures adopted 10 make II effective.
The state herald., 1900-06-01

The mystery OF the "wabbling" OF
the earth's axis may be explained In
the opinion OF DR.. J. Hahn. n German
astronomer. by assuming that the TO.
tation OF our planet Is affected by
changes In the magnetic Influences OF
the sun. He publishes comparison
OF observations on sun-spots and on
the Irregular motions OF the north pole.
which appears To show coincidence
between the two phenomena, During
4 maximum OF sunspots the magnetic
influence OF the sun seems to be great
est. and after the passage OF such a
maximum the disturbance OF the
rarth's axis dlminishcs. The fact
that the carths poles OF magnetism do
not correspond In location with Its
geographical poles may. Doctor Hahn
suggests. indicate how the SUMS dis.
turbing action is applied. when the
magnetism OF our globe IL most pow.
rrfully excited then the strain along
Its magnetic axis may cause n dis,or-
ton OF the ngurc Of the earth. which
becomes less M the strain dlminishcs.