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Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1901-01-10

[From Daily Pioneer. Wednesday, Jan g
Civil cases in Court even though
they involve thousands and thou
sands of dollars, don't appeal to the
public. The people don't try to get
place of vantage in the big Court
House SO that they can see and hear
all that is going on. But Criminal
Courts That's where the dear peo.
pie are interested, and the seating
capacity of the Court House audi
torium is fully tested. Somehow
pretty much everybody wants to see
how some other fellow is going to get
out of the trouble that he is in. And
this time there are good many peo-
pie in trouble. Some of it serious
trouble too, and the juries will have
good deal to do before they finally
conclude their work.
There was Dig crowd of people
over at the Court House this morn
ing, and before Judge Trenchard
came upon the bench every seat was
taken and many were standing.
All the jurors were on hand, the
Court officers were present, and a
sose3 uzany of the others were the
witnesses who had been subpoenaed
in various cases.
Prosecutor Fithian has mapped out
his work so that he can take up the
variOuc ind maptc ord 5;cooco oe
them in order. Nearly all of the de-
PENDANTS who have pleaded not guilty
are to make vigorous fight, and
their counsel are prepared for the
contest with the forces of the State.
Judge Trenchard, Immediately
after the opening of Court, called
defendants to the bar for sentence.
Kennedy Gilmore, who had pleaded
guilty to the illegal sale of liquor,
was sentenced to pay a fine of S75 and
costs. The Court warned Gilmore
that if he came before the bar again
for this offense, he would be sent to
State Prison.
Sylvanus Grace, the man who
horribly tortured bis two year old
step son, William Grace, was next
called. In entering this plea, the
Court said that Grace had admitted
that he was criminal of the most
brutal type, and the offense was one
that called for the most severe and
speedy punishment. Judge Trenchard
thereupon imposed upon him the
maximum sentence of term in State
prison for three years and fine of
$1,000.
Frank Reustle retracted his plea of
guilty to burglary and pleaded guilty
to stealing a gallon of wine.
Cornelius Filler was sentenced to
pay fine of S75 and costs for the IL
legal sale of liquor.
Chester Riley for assault and bat
terry was sentenced to the county jail
for five months.
George Regean retracted his plea of
not guilty to various crimes in con-
nection with William Opedyke, and
entered plea of guilty.
Charles Ford for larceny, was SEN
fenced to the State Prison for seven
months.
Prosecuthr Fithian then plunged
into the trial OF Criminal cases and
moved the Indictment of Harry r.
Dare, the Bridgeton Constable, charg-
ed with the larceny of the horse of
Jennie Fitzpatrick.
That Dare intends to make Wig
orous defense was evident when he
appeared at the defendants table, be-
ing accompanied by Walter H. Bacon
and Samuel Iredell, as his counsel.
The jury was not empanelled with
out difficulty. Thirty names were
called. The defense exhausted its
ten challenges and the state excused
seven. One juror was set aside for
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1901-01-10

ShaKe into your shoes Aliens Foot
Ease. powder. 1t cures Chilblains
Frostbites, Damp, Sweating, Swollen
feet. At all Druggists and Shoe Stores,
Z5c. Sample free. Address, Allen 8.
lolmsted, Leroy, N. Y. l9.4w
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1901-01-10
David City. Neb., April l, 1900.

s'o Oioys 1Soo', ApIi Is I5OV
Genessee Pure Food Co. LIE Roy, N. Y.
Gentlemen:-I must say in regard to
GRAIN-O that there is nothing better or
healthier. We have used it for years.
My brother was great coffee drinker.
He was taken sick and the doctor said
coffee was the cause of it. and told us to
use GRAINo We got a package but
did not like it at first. but now we wonld
not be without it. My brother has been
well ever since we started tosus it.
Yours truly. Lille Sochor,
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02

whitewash. A flannel coat which had
hung on the nail the night before was
now lying on the floor, charred ruin.
The nail itself was blackened, and
was quite hot, as contact with my
fingers told me.
Great heavens!" exclaimed, start
ing back, this is the strangest phenom-
enon. What q wonder the house is not
ablaze!"
went on expressing amazement, uns
til discovered that Sonntag did not
seem to hear me, SO intent was he over
the words the voice had uttered.
"Pshaw! what's the use bothering
over that, Mr.. Sonntag? 2" said. There
isn't much sense TO be made out of it,
anyhow"
"Yes, there is, too. It is CONVERSE
ton, and not a mere tumble of words"
the old lawyer said, with an air of tri-
umph. "Just hear what make out of
it now"
Divided up, the following was sonn-
tags version:
First Party-"Never will you have my
consent under existing circumstances.
You have broken faith with me in every
way. Why was the property removed
from the original placer"
Second Rarty-"To bring you 70
time"
First Party-"what did you do with
itP" .-
Second Party-'Safely hid, where you
can never find it unless you talk wis
dom. 1 shall go for it this very night
and take it away, and not one dollar
will you ever"
"There, that's pretty sensible talk.
take it," said my lawyer, when he had
finished.
"oh, we'll, perhaps it is sensible
enough, but what good will it do you.
now that you have made a conversation
out of it?" remarked, in some inn
patience, for Sonntag's satisfaction
seemed to be out of all proportion to the
importance of few chance remaslka
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02
Santa Fe Excursion Rates.

New Mexico Territorial Fair, Al
buqueque, N NJ, Oct. 1919, 19O1.-
Rate from Lamar to Albuquerque
and return $1,000. Dates of sale
Oct IA Is inclusive, final return
limit Oct. 81, 1901. Tickets to be
executed for return by the agent at
Albuquerque.
Lamar, Colo. July is, 19Ol-All
year tourist rates to the Grand Can
yon of Arizona. and to Phoenix and
Prescott, Arizona Dates OF sale
daily the year round. Limits, going
tourist limit within which time des
tination must be reached go days,
after which tickets will be good for
return passage within final limit
which is nine months from date of
sale. Stop overs allowed going
within tourist limit and returning
within final limit. Rate to Grand
Canyon of Arizona $58.4O to Pho
nix or Prescott, 63.4O.
An all year tourist rate to Hot
Springs, N. Mex. at rate of $l4.7O
for round trip, final limit 80 days
from date of sale. Holders of these
tickets can obtain the following low
rates for side trips from La Junta:
Round trip to Pueblo 81 80, to Colo
RADIO Springs $4.35, to Denver $7.25.
They can be obtained either on GO
ing or return trip and carry limit of
60 days, with stop over privileges
north of including Pueblo.
For further particulars inquire of
g. J. GARVIN, Agent.
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
LAND OFFICE AT LAnAR, CoIo..

LAND OFFICE AT LAMAR, CoLo.,
Sept. IS, 1901. y
NOTICE is hereby given that the Sfollowipr,
named settler has filed notice of his intenl
and that said proof will be made before the Req
lster and Receiyer at Lamar, Colo, on Thursday.
October "a, 1901 viz: Frederick Reyher, H. &
Ne. 44es; for the sWk Sec. 81, Twp 81 g., Ring
He names the following witnesses to prove hie
continuous residence upon and cultivation of,
said land, viz: A. Kern. Frank Lamson, Harley
Lamson and e. B. Thoman, all of Lamar, Colo
sl8-oa MA. AlRRILL. Register.
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02
CHAPTER TX, continued

CHAPIER Ia, contlnued
"I guess you ton't like my cookin',"
she said.
"Indeed I do; the proof lies in the
quantity find room for. You are an
excellent cook."
The old woman's face relaxed some
what under my praise.
"Vell, bud you ton't come rite away
when i'd is retty," she continued, "und
1 fought maybe you not like de cook
in'."
II beg your pardon, Mrs. Snyder.
did oversleep. I'll be more punctual
In future"
$50 you schleep ofer yourself? What
for?" she inquired.
"Oh, 1 was up rather late the even
ing BEFORE" remarked, indifferently.
for knew questions relating to the
strange things which had come under
her observation were trembling on her
lips.
"You remember our discovery Of the
walled-up cellar?" l continued, Mr..
Sonntag's suggestion regarding the
wisdom of secrecy coming to mind.
She nodded, and her old eyes bright
ened expectantly.
"It il advisable to keep the matter n
secret" 1 continued. "You have not
mentioned 1t to anyone, have you?"
Zach, no."
'-Then please do not, for the present"
She promised compliance with my re-
quest
Az the cellar was the next mystery
determined to turn my attention to.
went home Immediately after finishing
my breakfast, harnessed the horse in
the buggy, and drove off toward Sarah's
house.
II had the necessary tools it would
not be difficult matter to cut the floor
of my bedroom.
Sarah greeted me effusively. The
good soul seemed to have q constant
fear that each time she saw me would
be the last.
'.Can you let me have q saw, q chisel
and hammsr7' p 1 asked.
Zach, yes. Bud What for, Nel?"
II am going to find out what is in that
cellar" answered
''How you god in?"
"By cutting through the floor"
"Dat will be hard work, Mel. De tim
ber under de floor il awful thick"
"I know that. But I have plenty of
time, and SO will be able eventually to
get through"
The tools were produced, and start
ed homeward, Sarah sending after me
an earnest appeal for carefulness and
the avoidance Of danger.
intended to commence the task of
getting into the sealed apartment i'm
mediately upon my arrival home. The
thought that danger of some kind
might lurk in the cellar would not deter
me. And the pistol-shot had heard the
last night seemed to indicate that there
might be degree of peril in the work.
did not like the ideh of the dan}s,
musty odors ascending into my sleep
ing apartment, but could easily re-
move to one of the spacious chambers
upstairs, and thus escape them.
On arriving at the house, took the
tools into my room. 1 looked over the
floor, and, after quite n time debating
where the hole should be made, deter
mined to begin over in one corner. Be-
fore had time to commence opera
tions, @ loud knock sounded on the
front door.
Hastily showing the tools under the
bed, went out through the hall and
opened the door. My visitor was Mr..
Sonnta1.
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02
CHAPTER X.

CHAPTER X.
I ushered the old lawyer into the
room. After q few commonplace re-
marks he said: "That walling-up of
those cellar doorways has made quite
an impression on me. Suppose we
have look ut them"
was very willing. Together we de-
scendsd the stairs to the storeroom.
Mr. Sonntag examined the place
where the door had been. infinitely,
as though he expected to find in the
stones Of the wall some intimation of
what was on the inside. He even went
% far as to scratch of patches Of the
whitewash.
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.

u. S. LAND OFFICE LAMAR CoLo.I
Sept. 9th. 1901.
NOTICE is hereby given TINT the following
~ named settler has filed notice Of her in.
tention to make final proof in support of her
claim, and that said proof will be made before
Register and Receiver at Lamar, Colorado, on
ah41rsday, 1 Ostobea II. 1901, viz: Ella G. Hitch
"a and 4b Sec. 27. and lot 1 and Mex Mex Sec,
S Twp. % g., Rg. ~ w. 9Th p. NJ.
She names the following witnesses to prove
Of said land, viz: L. Writ Markham. George
+. Pearl. H, w. koen and Emil Petersen, ali On
s11-ol6 WA. MERRILL. Register. (
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02

I force" ! replied. at was quite close
| to us. The house must have been struck
by the bolt; or perhaps the lightning
rod saved it."
at was awful" the old fellow ex-
| claimed. "There was a stream of fire
reached half way across the room. 1t
came from the wall there, right near
the chimney. Well. it's over. and neith-
er of us hurt" The old fellow shook
himself together. "Aftcr this. no more
experimenting in electricity for me. es-
pecially during Thunderstorm. I'll
stick toto the law" he said, with
flash of his bright eyes which told me
the shock.
'"Then you did not take any note of
the voice?" remarked.
Eyes. yes. Here it is; and you ?-ah,
that's good. Now let us compare"
The two slips OF paper were laid on
the table. 1.-THE first words taken note of
on my paper" sonntag began. "are, you
have my-then pause, and yours are:
Never will. Ah!" he exclaimed, in deep
satisfaction, "they seem to run along
well together. Now you begin and read,
and where the raps are indicated pause,
and will put in my words. Let's see If
we can get any sense out of it."
This is what we read:
"Never will" ,;
"you have my"
consent under existing" ,''--'
circumstances you have broken
faith with me in every" IL
'way why was" -
"the property removed"
from the original"
'place to bring you"
ITO time what did you do with 1t
safely"
hid where"
"gs1 .gsVss s4na- iina-" =. s t:s
at unless you" x
talk wisdom shall"
"go for it this very" 5 =
might and take"
"it away and not one"
"dollar will you ever"
Fright here is where the shock
came" I said, after reading the last
phrase. "Of course I took no more
notes after that. Have you any more?"
"No. The flame came, and got no
further" Sonntag answered. This
certainly is curious. There seems to be
n complete circuit formed somehow, or,
more properly, two circuits; when one
is closed the other is opened by that
closing, and vice versa"
While making the foregoing remark
the old fellow was leaning over the
table, intently scanning the two papers.
"You say flame shot out into the
room?" / asked.
"Yes."
From where?"
Between the window and chimney, it
seemed to be-" he replied, without lift
ing his head.
I stepped over TO the place indicated.
There was large nail sticking in the
wall, which had been covered with
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02
CHAPTER XII.

door through which Mr.. Sonntag had
gone. Amazement held possession OF
| me. A thousand and one questions
whirled through my head.
But my lawyer had departed. final
ly strobe to the window in the hope Of
finding him within hailing distance.
He was far down the Twineburgh
road, too far to call him.
saw him pull up his horse and lean
forward and address a man who had
approached him from the opposite d.
rection.
The conversation lasted but minute,
and then horseman and pedestrian each
went on their several ways.
When the pedestrian drew nearer I
saw it was Hunter, the station agent d
Sidington, or, as Sonntag had informed
me, Skinner. 1t seemed very odd that
he should have assumed another name.
Then my eye caught the glimpse of q
horsewoman coming down the road
from the direction of the Morley resi-
dence. 1t needed but that glimpse to
tell me that it was Florence. She was
coming toward the house, perhaps to
see me.
When she reached the cross-road lead
ing to Sidington and Twineburgh. up
which the man Hunter was approach
ing, she reined up her horse.
When the fellow came up to Florence,
1 was surprised to see him stop and en-
gage her in a conversation which last
ed some minutes and appeared to be
rather earnest, judging by the way
Florence leaned down toward him.
Finally the young woman turned her
horses head and galloped back in the
direction she had come.
The station agent watched her re-
treating form, then slowly began TO re-
trace his steps. He had gone but a
short distance when he stopped and
looked toward my house, then again
| turned and came back.
watched him from behind the cur.
tains. AS he approached near saw
his clothing was wet and bedraggled
which plainly showed that he had been
out in the recent shower.
He came up to the house In. q hesitat-
ing way, glancing all around furtively
and was about to pass up into the yard
when / leaned from the window and
hailed him.
"Halloo, there! what's up? What do
you want?" demanded.
Glancing up at me with his stupid
stare, he spoke 'When you want to
send anything away by freight, have IL
at the station before nine o'clock in the
morning." he said, in the deliberating
way of one who in compelled to manu-.
facture a speech on the spur of the
| moment.
! Continued next week
The Lamar register., 1901-10-02
caught in some myateriou. fa.hion

from telephone wire.
The old lawyer smiled in kind of
plying way, and regarded me with a
whimsical expression.
"Who knows?" 1 went on, gayly;
perhaps my arrival in Nelsonville may
be the cause of complete revolution in
matters regarding the telephone.
must send for an electrical expert and
have him investigate the mystery. AL
ready there are visions of an immense
fortune floating through my head"
Suppose we go to the old school
house from which the stones used in the
two doorways were evidently taken.'
Sonntag suggested, breaking in upon
my imaginings.
what possible difference can it make
If the stones were taken from there?"
I remarked. THAT will not tell US why
the job was done"
"Well, it would be pleasant for you to
meet an old friend. Horace Jackson's
hunting lodge is quite near the school
house. Perhaps we may find him at
his place." my lawyer said. insinuat-
ingly.
"Yes, know. The fellow Hunter, the
agent at Sidington, told me Jackson
comes up here occasionally to hunt and
fish. But as for jackson being q friend
of mine, heaven save me from such
friends!"
Noting Sonntag's surprise at my
words. explained the reason Of my
outburst-how jackson had OF late
changed his opinion of my innocence.
and how Florence had made a compact
with him. and the certainty he seemed
to feel that she would be compelled 70
redeem her promise.
The lawyer was all attention now,
keeping his sharp eyes constantly on
my face, while poured out my opin-
ion of Jackson and his underhand meth
DDS. 1 was lover, and jackson a sort
of rival, DO naturally my remarks were
somewhat stronger, perhaps, than nee-
essary.
"Why did you call the station-aesnt
Hunter?" asked SonntAg.
because he told me that was his
name" I replied.
Indeed! What could he have told
you that for, wonder? His name n
not Hunter; it's Skinner"
''It is? Well, that's odd. Why should
he wish to conceal his real name from
me?"
''H'm! can't say, I'm sure" replied
Sonntag, dryly. "But 1 am delighted
beyond measure TO hear what you have
told me concerning Jackson" he OK
claimed, with more enthusiasm than
he had ever displayed.
"Oh, indeed! It does not delight
me; the bare suspicion has besn enough
for me to endure. do not know that
I would care very much for seeming
proof of guilt to be found against me.
You do actually seem pleased" I re-
marked with disgust.
PLEASED is not the word. am more
than pleased. What you have told me
is most important bit of news," Sonn-
tag said, taking up his hat.
"Why is it important, and 70 whomf.'
I asked.
"very important TO M, but moss 10
yourself"
"No; stay and explain" called 70
him a. he went out the door; what
do you mcan?"
Haven't moments time. Must go.
I mean that most probably the cloud
which has enveloped your name will be
lifted shortly. Do not cut into the cell
lar to-day. Wait until tomorrow"
Saying this, my lawyer departed.
CHAPTER XII.
Waterbury Democrat., 1901-08-08
POLITICS

Just at present are blowing through the air in a sort of cyclonie rage, and they will continue to do so for good long two months. Some of our good citiens who are at Ioggerheads at the present time will become the best of friends in a week or two; of course, that's good news, and some voters who are at present on very friendly terms will be bitter enemies shortly. and pos sibly remain so for all time- Inat should not be so. We will soon hear of clambakes being held here ana there and everywhere ''just for socla- bility's sake" but you bet your boots politics will be served out on side dish every time. Of course, there's nothing wrong about such gatherings; in fact. we like to see them. but we would much prefer to see good, rich, fresh roasted, nicely made coffee drank instead of the beverage generally used on such occasions, because 1t will not muddle the brain, but on the con- trary would enlighten that organ to very great extent Therefore. we ap- peal to all politicians. particularly the ward heelers, to begin now and drink nothing but our Tea and Coffee and see how much more easily you can convince the other fellows that they should be on the same side of the fence upon which you stand boldly and fearlessly. Try it for q month or two and judge for yourself. Remem- Der, when you are eating bread, our Butter will make it taste considerably more palatable. Try it from
Waterbury Democrat., 1901-08-08

The will of the late William Butler of North Elm street has been filed for probate. There will be a hearing upon it on August 20.
 On Friday evening at o'clock a free entertainment will take place in front of St Joseph's T. A. society club house. corner of East. Main and Maple streets. Stereopticon views, also q concert by Bergen's< orchestra at , o'clock.
 Virginia Leclaire, infant daughter of MT and Mrs Godfroid Leclaire, 92 Mad River street, died yesterday after a two weeks illness. The services will be held at St Ann's church tomorrow at 2 o'clock. Interment in Calvary cemetery.
 Mary Josephine Byrnes, 21 years Of age. daughter of MT and Mrs James F. Byrnes of S32 East Main street, died at the home of her parents at l o'clock th.s afternoon. after an illness Of q few weeks. The deceased leaves be- sides her father and mother, three brothers, Edward F., James c. and Leo, and one sister, Marguerite. The announcement of the funeral will be given later.
 At recent meting of the St Jean Baptiste society, three delegates were appointed to attend the annual con- vention of the French societies of New England, which will be held in Spring field Mass, during the early part of October The three delegates are Dr David, Napoleon Bernier and Joseph Gauthier It is expected that each Eronoh. cooiafus in ina oifv will bn rem resented by one of more delegates. The object of the convention is to prepare plans for advancing the interests of the French residents of the New Eng land states.
Waterbury Democrat., 1901-08-08
Dress Skirts
Ladies Suits

Ladies' fine broadcloth and Vene. tian tailor made suits, Eton
 jackets, silk lined through
 out, from $12.00 and $15.O0, $6.5'
Waterbury Democrat., 1901-08-08

ITO RENT-Tenement. rooms, 3sa River A street, and one of 4 rooms, 27 Hickory street. Matthew Shea, 27 Hickory streer.
Waterbury Democrat., 1901-08-08
FURNITURE Fair and Square
 Closing Out Sale

We have a big line of China Cabinets,
 Sideboards and Dining Room
 Tables to select from. Chamber Suits and Chiffoniers In mahogany, birds eye maple and quartered oak in the medium and bet ter grade goods We have a splendid big line, the largest we have ever shown. All are being closed out at 9 per cent reduction from our regular low prices. Marked in plain figures.
 ParIor and Library Tables Over 60 patterns to select from, prices begin at-$ $1, less p per cent reduction,
 Parlor Suits piece suits, covered with velour. Price $23.90; all new and up to date. CARPETS. CARPETS.
 Best all wool ingrains, 54c to close entire stock.
 Best half wool ingrains, 34c to close entire stock.
 Best quality body Brussels, 9Sc to clase entire stock. Six Floors, Entire Building. THE |, E. HAASE GO
 TEc entire Building. SIX floors. rrE8 ts T H.