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Mesa free press., 1900-06-29

The board of directors of the Sacra-
mento Valley Hop Growers AssOcia-
ton has representative at present
making the rounds of Ukiah, Sonoma
and other hop centers of the State. The
purpose of the move is to get these
centers to work with the. Brewer
plan for limiting the output and to Sc
cure the calling of a State convention
at Santa Rosa about the 2Sth inst, for
the further effecting Of cooperation.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29

Bee men Of San Diego county are re-
ceiving double the price of year before
last for their honey, and the number
of swar,ns are rapidly doubling.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29

I do not-believe IL Piso's Cure for
Consumption has an equal for coughs
and colds.-John F. Boyer, Trinity
Springs, Ind. Feb. Is, 1900.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29

According to the Benicia New Era,
the salmon running in the Sacramento
River this year are different in size,
shape and quality from last years,
and are said to be of different spe-
cies. They weigh from seven to
twenty pounds, while last years all
but their color is far superior to that
of last years fish. They are long and
slender in build while last years were
short and stumpy. The oldest fisher
men on the river are puzzled by the
fish.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29

San Diego has raised nearly 5000 in
recorded sums, besides some not re-
corded, to be forwarded to India in
aid of the famine sufferers.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29

AS no money is on hand to provide
food and lodging for San Francisco
jurors and the Sheriff. will not assume
the responsibility of the charge, the
Bulletin states that jury trial may be
suspended until July, when appropria-
tions will be available to meet the ex-
penses.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29
Regulate the Liver,

Irregularity kills. At the first sign tai e G s.
carets Candy Cathartic. Keep box hal dy at
home; in your pocket, in your desk. All Drugg-
lists, 10c, 25c, soc.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29
Newfoundland Focs.

The famous fogs of Newfoundland
are only found as a rule on the east
and south coasts and on the "banks,"
being caused by the meeting Of the
arctic current with the gulf stream.
The interior in summer is described
as a most delightful climate, resem
bling that of the south Of France.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29

The San Joaquin Valley Commercial
Association has paid advertisement in
serted in 2006 country papers, calling
attention to the advantages offered by
the valley.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29
a Woman

a woman whose expe-
rkence In treating female
Ills is greater than that
Of any living person, male
or fe7faEe-
She has fifty thousand
such testimonial letters
as we are constantly pub
fishing showing that Lydia
e. Pinki,as,,,s Vegetable
Compound is daily re-
Meving hundreds of suf-
fefing women.
Every woman knows
some woman Mrs. Pink
ham has restored to
health
Mrs. Pit,iEI5aHss makes
no statements she cannot
prOVes Her advice is
F,.no. Lydia E. Pinkham
q Med. Co., Lynn, Mass.
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29

Te fully introduce our Famous ssSOUTHERN
BELLE CIGARS we give to each person buying
abox of 30 cigars and express charges elegant
case stem wind stem set open face Watch,
American make, which with proper care should last
for years also plated watch chain and charm Send
your name and full address-nO money. We will send
cigars, watch chain and charm If after examination you
re satisfied, pay your agent $3.50 and express charges
These goods anywhere in the u these TERMS The
Southern Belle good many 10c cigars offered
Address National Cigar Co., StLouis, Mo.
Nhenordering please give the name ofhis wthout
Mesa free press., 1900-06-29
About This

In addressing Mrs.
PinSkhas,i you are COM
ss1xnicafing with
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
COLLECTIONS AT HOUSES.
Letter Boxes That the Government
Has Decided to Allow House.
holders to Use.

There has been received at the local
postofiice several samples Of the new
private dwelling collection letter boxes.
lately authorized by the postoffice de-
partment and now in operation II. New
York and 4 number of other large
cities throughout the country. The
boxes will be offered for sale at once
by the local carriers who are permit
ted to solicit orders for them when
not or regular duty.
The plan in brief is that any person
who purchases one Of the boxes and
installs 1t on his porch need never
stir from the house at all to mail his
letters or purchase postage stamps.
All that 1t will be necessary for him
to do will be to drop his letter in the
box and the carrier who delivers mail
at his house will do the rest, collect
ing it as he does the mail from the
boxes on the street corners.
The boxes are very ingeniously con-
trived and are manufactured by the
Postal Improvement company of Nor
ristown. They contain two compart-
ments. one for the carrier to place the
mail he has to deliver in and the
other for mail to be collected. A
uAipue lchtuEc Cl tNe UOAeS Is tIl lHUl-
Gator which tells the carrier at a
glance whether there is mail to col.
lect or not
The box is so arranged that no let
ter can be placed in the collection
compartment without causing this In.
dicator bearing the words ''U. S. Mall
to appear. When the carrier opens
the door to take out the letter Or
letters. this indicator flies back again.
The boxes are made of heavy metal
and are furnished with regulation Uni
ted States mail locks. They come in
several styles. some being intended TO
be placed outside the door and others
inside with an opening through the
door. They come in several finishes
and are very handsome to look at.
With each box purchased there is
furnished a leather pouch with a eel.
luloid face. This contains a card con-
tanning a printed form Of orders for
stamps. If the person owning the
box desires, say ten two-cent stamps
he incloses twenty cents in this
pouch. marking cross before thu
lire on the card, reading ten two-cent
stamps"
The pouch is then dropped in the
box and is taken out by the carrier
who takes it to the Office and has the
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
Resolutions.

At a meeting of the Directors of the
Consumers Ice company. the following
preamble and resolutions on the death Of
Joseph II. Steel were adopted:
Whereas, 1t hath pleased an all-wise
Providence to remove from US our be-
loved friend and co-worker Joseph H.
Steel; and
Whereas, 1t is fitting that this board
should testify to his manly worth and
give expression to it's sincere sorrow
at his sudden and unexpected death /;
therefore, be it
Resolved, That in the death of Mr.
Steel one has passed beyond, who was
true to every trust resposed In him, a
faithful and energetic worker in the in
terest of this company; he was charitable
in all his dealings with his fellow-man
and by his upright Christian character
won the respect and esteem of all who
come in contact with him. The city of
Scranton has lost a son who gloried In
her progress and was foremost in every
effort for her advancement. To the fam
lily who has been bereft of this ideal
husband and father, we desire to express
our heartfelt sympathy. In their sor-
row is embodied the consoling promise
Because he was faithful over few
things I will place him over many"
Resolved. That these resolutions be
published in the city papers and a copy
forwarded to the family of our departed
friend.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
Court House News Notes.

Court, on Saturday, made absolute
the rule to strike off Judgment in the
case Of Moses Seidman against j. s.
Miller.
w. G. Stetson, of Waverly, was on
Saturday appointed constable of
Waverly borough to succeed w. A.
Sherman, resigned.
A rule was granted Saturday, to
show cause why the hotel license
granted Julia c. Weichel shall not be
transferred to John W. I.isk.
Attorney II. ID. Carey secured a writ
Of habeas corpus, Saturday. directing
the sheriff to deliver in court Tom Or
lofski, who was committed to the
county Jail by Squire Mendelssohn, of
Jermyn. in default Of $500 for perjury.
Rosamond Zilk began proceedings in
divorce against her alleged deserting
husband. Georg NJ. Zilk, Saturday.
They We're married February 22, 1897.
and lived together only fourteen
months. b. F. Tinkham is Mrs. Zills'
attorney.
The report of the viewers in the mat
ter Of the opening Of Wyoming avenue
was confirmed. finally. Saturday, the
Delaware and Hudson company,
through Welles a Torrey having with
drawn it's exceptions. without preju-
dice. and reserving all its rights in the
case.
In the suit Of the Borough of Taylor
against the Postal Telegraph company.
rule was granted. Saturday. on mo-
tion OF Attorney John Nj. Harris, to
compel the defendant to show cause
why judgment for the plaintiu should
not be entered for want Of sufficient
affidavit Of defense.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
AN ORGANIZATION FORMED
Those Who Have Identified Them
selves with the Hispano-American
War Veterans Association.

The veterans of the Hispano-Ameri-
IS, came together yesterday in Snover's
hall and held very lively meeting.
The membership was increased by sew
eral new men and there are now fifty
names on the role. The question of ap-
plying for a charter from the National
league Of veterans of the late war and
to become permanent camp was
brought up and was held over for one
week. An organizer will be sent here
after the charter is applied for from
headquarters and the organization will
be firmly established.
A communication was yesterday read
from Henry A. Axline, adjutant gen.
eral in regard to the charter and by
laws.
The purpose of the association Is ito
keep alive memories of the late war
with Spain and to promote the inter-
ests of all those who engaged in it.
Also to encourage and spread uni
versal liberty and rights and justice
to all men,"
All soldiers or sailors, either of the
regulars or volunteers. who served dur
ing the war with Spain and the Philip
pines, are eligible for membership. j.
Warren Keifer, of Springfield, O.. is
commander-in-chie and William Jen-
nings Bryan is one Of the council of
administration. The next meeting will
be held next Sunday afternoon at the
same place and hour.
The full list of members of the local
organization follows: President, A. f.
Vorhis; vice-president, J. s. Shopland;
secretary, f. H. Golden; treasurer A.
l.. Steele: sergeant-at-arms. ]. D.
Bloomer; j. d. KEEPER Will Newman,
John Herlinger. r. j. Sullivan. Will F..
Gibbons. w. L. Baker. jr, P. S. Syron,
John Fisher. NJ. j. Burke, T. w. Nor
rim, T. H. Mclaughlin. Philip Schoen-
er, d. II. Williams. Joseph O'Malley.
F. Woodruff, ]. w. Jones, p. b. Klamn,
j. w. Benjamin. ]. A. O'Hara. A. j.
Mullen, l.. ]. Duggan, Thomas F. Mes
slit, Frank F.. Jones, NJ. +. Mcclure.
Harry p. Decker. Harry S. Colonay,
William NJ. Sprague, John ]. Herman,
David w. Thomas, William Loughney,
Jenkin Jenkins. Charles Cutler, Eli
Whitstone. William f. Delman. Daniel
Sullivan. H. G. Beane. Joseph F. Burk-
house, G. c. Rogers, w. b. Hitchcock,
Patrick f. Quinn, Patrick Flannery NJ.
j. Monaghan. Z. l.. Gross, Oscar
Handelong, Charles Constantine, ]. j.
Mullighan. William Gross, l.. r. Con-
merry, Alexander d. Major.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
In Common Pleas Court,

The county commissioners case.
which adjourned over Saturday, will
be resumed this morning before Judge
Savidge in the Superior court room. It
will likely be concluded tomorrow.
Judge Archibald will continue to pre-
side in No. /. and Judge Albright, Of
Allentown. will assist in No. 2.
Among the cases scheduled for trial
are: NJ. w. Guernsey against j. w.
Guernsey, assumpsit; Northern Coal
and Iron company against the Scran
ton Gas and Water company, trespass;
B. NJ. Winton, administrator against
the Delaware, Lackawanna and West
ern Railroad company. interpleader;
Mary d. Wilmore against Patrick
Leonard, ejectment: Julia Gogolin
against the City of Scranton and A.
b. Dunning, trespass. Ex-County Com
missioner John Demuth is one Of this
weeks jurors.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
THE NEW MILK TEST.
Percentage Of Butter Fat May Now
Be Found at Once,

Food Inspector Widmayer has just
received a new and exceedingly in
genious device by means of which he
is enabled to ascertain the average
per cent. OF butter fat in milk at al
most moments notice. The appar-
atus may be easily carried in the pock-
ct, which fact constitutes Its handiess
feature.
Heretofore the only test which could
be made on the street was the lacto-
meter test. by means of which only the
percentage of water apd solids in the
milk could be ascertained. In order
to discover the percentage of butter
fat 1t has been necessary to take SAM
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26

Certain witnesses who are very ma
terial to this investigation are eluding
us, but they cannot escape an examin-
alton. We will secure their testimony
IL we have to continue our sessions all
summer" Thus spoke a prominent
member Of the grand jury in conver-
sation with Tribune reporter yes
terday.
I'VE expect one Of them, who Is par
ticularly wanted. will be brought in
tomorrow. If ne will tell the truth
and he can do so without discriminating
himself, there will be indictments re-
turned against number. of officials
who are now practically boasting that
nothing can be proven against them.
They may be very much surprised men
before many days"
AS yet the only parties against whom
charges have been conclusively proven
are those implicated in the slot ma
chine deal. There will be indictments
in connection with this scandal against
several aldermen and constables and
two other parties who can only be de-
signated by name and who, conse-
Quently, cannot be designated at Ahis
time without doing them an injustice
and, probably. defeating justice.
AS to the councilmen, there is yet
wanting evidence necessary to secure
a conviction before jury, though the
grand Jurors are themselves convinced
of the truth Of some of the worst Of
the many charges that have been made
against them, particularly against
those composing the leg-pulling cabal
which sought to levy monthly tribute
on large corporation, and the Span
iards' who were herded together to
hold up the new telephone ordinance
until they were convinced by the most
persuasive arguments that it was a
good things. Among the missing wit
nesses are those who are counted upon
to supply the missing links that will
complete the chain of evidence by
which the accused can be convicted.
Witnesses examined last Saturday
were Select Councilman ]. ]. Mean
drew, ex-Sheriff John J. Fahey, Com
mon Councilman David Reese, Con-
stable John Davis, H. B. Pease, Henry
Oblinger and Albert Buchta.
A grand Juror when asked yesterday
by Tribune man to give an estimate
of the amount of money paid out
monthly to secure protection to unlaw-
full transactions said that $4,000 a
month was low hgure. II am pretty
we'll acquainted with this city," he said,
"and, from what have heard in the
jury room last week, am free to say
that there is only one unlawful business;
in this city that is not taxed by some
extortionist or another. That one in
stance is where gambling house
keeper paid in advance for his protec-
tion by political work."
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
FIRE AT PECKvILLE.
The Store Of Merchant Tailor aunn
Badly Damaged.

The alarm of fire sounded about Z
O'Clock last evening at Peckville from
Box was caused by fire in the store
of Merchant Tailor William Dunn, on
Main street. Smoke was discovered issu-
ing from the building by several persons
standing near the building. An en-
ploye of Mr.. Gum was about to enter
the building as the discovery of the
flames were made and he quickly
opened the store door. Several MEM
bers Of the Wilson Fire company, who
were on the spot, entered the building,
which was filled with smoke A pile Of
clothing on counter was burning
briskly. They were hastily thrown out =.
doors. Meanwhile, an alarm had been
turned in and the hose company re-
sponded, but their services were not
needed.
Mr. Gums loss consisted of a num-
ber Of suits of clothes burned and dam
age to his stock by smoke. The fire
was caused by an electric light wire.
which had become heated. coming in
contact with some clothing.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
II aCkaWanna
"THE'
<aundry.
;oS Penn Avenus A. B. WARMAN,
PERSONAL

d. W. Wagner is entertaining at his
home Mr.. and Mrs. Allan Weir and son,
J. Holman. of Jeansville, Pa.
Miss Margaret Crossin, Of Madison
avenue. is confined to her home by a
sprained ankle.
Robert NJ. Gillespie and Zenas c. Giles
pie, OF Elmira. are the guests Of Thomas
Shotton. of Oak street, their uncle.
Charles Tartart. son Of Vice Consul Tar
tart Of the United States to the West In
dies. and whose home is at Martinique,
West Indies. Is the guest of School Con-
troller Edward Leonard.
Mrs. Franc 4. Vail. was in Philadel-
phia Saturday attending the funeral Of
her cousin, the late Attorney Lewis d.
Vail. who. 1t will be remembered, draft
ed the Brooks high license law, and was
candidate for Judge in I.ackawanna
county on the Prohibition ticket in 1855.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
Director Murphy Removed.

Timothy Burke, Of the firm Of Burke
Brothers. contractors, was appointed 4
by Judge Archibald, Saturday, a men,
Der of the poor board to succeed P. J..
Murphy, from the Dunmore part of the
district, whose term has expired.
Mr.. Murphy was the oldest member
OF the board in point of service, hav-
ing been appointed by Judge Rice, of
Luzerne county. in November, 1883. He
made an excellent record for himself
during his seventeen years incum-
bency. His petition for re-appoint.
ment contained the names of the best
men Of the borough.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26

pies to the office and put them through
an elaborate chemical analysis.
The new device will accordingly
greatly facilitate Mr.. Widmayer's
milk examinations. 1t Is Of German
manufacture and consists of small
round plate Of peculiar black SUBJ
stance called kautchuck: A few drops
Of milk is placed on the centre Of this
and over 10 Is placed a round disc Of
glass, containing around its edge six
spaces, each painted different shade
of blush white, and each representing
a certain percentage.
The center o. the glass Is left un-
painted and through this may be seen
the milk showing against the black
ground. Whatever color on the outer
rim 1t corresponds with shows the
average per cent of butter fat. Mr..
Widmayer reports the general quality
Of the milk at present as excellent.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
NoRroNS BULLETIN.
Wall Decorations.

We invite your inspection
Of our large and excellent
variety Of Interior Decorations.
All grades, from finest to lowest.
Our patterns and styles
are exclusive
cannot be found elsewhere in town.
OUR DECORATIVE
DEPARTMENT HAS BEEN
GREATLY IMPROVED
THIS SEASON.
Having changed the
management Of 1t.
We now have young man
In charge Of It, whose experience
and skill for decorating rooms
and making attractive combinations
will please artistic and
fastidious people.
We furnish competent workmen.
Don't wait for the spring rush.
interior work can be done better and
cheaper in Geld than
warm weather.
lave some REMNANTS to clear out
AT HALF THE USUAL
PRICES-SEE THEM
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
zEIIER-N1EMEYER WEDDING.
Ceremony Performed BY Rev. I. J.
Lansing Saturday Morning.

Adolph Zeller. of New Albany, Ind.
and Miss Helen A. Niemeyer, of 140
Madison avenue, Dunmore were united
in marriage at 10 o'clock Saturday
morning at the home of the brides
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. ]. II. Niemeyer.
The ceremony was performed by Rev.
I. ]. Lansing. pastor of the Green
Ridge Presbyterian church, in the pres
ence Of a few friends and relatives.
IT, bride was becomingly attired in
Il yelling dress and wore orange
bloss ,s sent from her brothers &
orane grove in Florida. Following
the ce. nony reception and dinner
was ten red Mr.. and Mrs. Zeller and
they left on the 1.50 afternoon train
for New lbany. where they will re-
side.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26

order hlled by the stamp clerk He
then takes II back with him on his
next round and drops II In the box
as he would an ordinary letter.
The postoftlce department not only
sanctions the use Of these boxes, but
encourages II as well, as it is claimed
In the ofiicial order regarding them
that they greatly increase the safety
and speed OF mail facilities" The
company authorizes no one but the
regular carriers to sell the boxes.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
German Begins Today.

Professor Colby's five weeks course
IN German begins at 4.30 and O'Clock
tonight In Guernsey hall. 3lS Wash
ington avenue. A practical speaking
and reading knowledge of German is
guaranteed in weeks. A large num-
Der of well-known ladies AMI gentle
men have already Joined the classes
and many others will do so tonight.
ANY person who has not investigated
Professor Colby's system is invite. to
attend this evening and judge for
themselves
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
Kinback Buys the Rudolph

George w. kinback bought the Hotel
Rudolph for $9,250 at the sheriff's sale.
in the arbitration room Of the court
house. The property was sold to C. H
Soper, on the previous day, for SIS, 1000,
but as the conditions were not COM
piled with it had to be resold.
The property of Catherine Norton. in
Dunmore, was sold to c. s. Woodruff.
attorney, for costs.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
GRAND JURY IS A
DETERMINED LOT
BOUND TO SECURE ATTEND.
ANCE OF WITNESSES.

One Member Of the Jury Says It
will Remain in Session All Sum-
mer, If Necessary, to Secure the
Witnesses Who Are Wanted and
Who Are Avoiding the subpoe-
nas-One Certain Man Can supply
Testimony That Will Be Disas-
trous to Certain Onicials.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
CORoNER'S CASES.
Suspicious Death of an italian at
Simpson Yesterday.

Coroner Roberts went to Ransom On
Saturday to inquire into the death Of
David Lurne, who died of paralysis
Of the heart. An inquest was not
necessary
An Italian. whose name could not
be learned, was found in an uncon-
scious condition outside his boarding
place in Simpson yesterday, and died
shortly after being taken in the house.
The coroner will investigate the case
today.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
M. A. Friedlander & Co.'s

spring millinery opening. Wednesday
and Thursday. March 2S and 90. so
Spruce street, opposite court house. W
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26
SPECIAL SALE OF
MEDICINES

Lydia Pinkham's zoe.
scott's Emulsion ..... .3ec and 7ec.
Paine's Celery Compound .... .75c.
Hoods Sarsaparilla .75c.
Burdock's Blood Bitters ...... .o6c.
Wyeths Beef Iron and Wine =. .6sc.
Pierce's Favorite Prescription Use.
Pierce's Golden Med. Dis. .75c.
Green's Nervura .76c.
Ayers Sarsaparilla ...... .76c.
Kilmer's Swamp Root .3Sc and 75c.
Kings New Discovery .36c and 75c.
Cuticura Resolvent ..76c.
Maltine Medicines, all kinds ..79c.
Ponds Extract ..............36 .36c.
Jayne's Expectorant ......... .40c.
Hands Medicines ...........1 10c.
Syrup Of Figs, SOC size ...... .30c.
Atwood's Bitters roc.
Extract of Beef ..............2 .26c.
Husbands Magnesia .26c.
Mennen's Talcum Powder ..... 16c.
Cuticura Soap ...............20 roc.
Shiloh's Consumption Cure
19c and 3sc
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1900-03-26

Beecham's Pills will dispel the
"blues." 80