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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-12-06
EDITH ST. Glars SUIT
GOES TO JURY TODAY
Jerome, Nett|ed by Justice Pen
dIeton's Ruling, Decides
Not to Sum Up.
ERLANGER AGAIN ON STAND
Admits He Gave the Actress
Presents, but Says They
Did Not Come from
Firms Money.

The testimony in the suit OF Miss Edith
ST. Clair against Klaw & Granger came
to an end in the Supreme Court yester-
day, and to-day the jury will decide
whether or not the actress is entitled TO
recover anything in her suit TO enforce
contract for $4,000 which the defence
has maintained was entered into under
threat OF unfavorable publicity. william
Travers Jerome, counsel for the theatrical
firm. intimated at the close of the day
that he would not address the jury at all
rather. than abide by the ruling Of Jus
tice Pendleton that Edmund l.. Mooney
counsel for Miss st. Clair, should have
the last word TO the jury.
Abraham l.. Erlanger was again on the
stand yesterday, as his own witness in
rebuttal of the testimony introduced in
behalf of the plaintiff. The witness de-
MED most OF the important parts OF the
testimony given by Miss st. Clair and
also that given by Max D. Steuer. vino
was acting for the actress when he called
on Mr.. Erlanger and obtained the con-
tract for his client. Mr.. Jerome remarked:
She said that the real reason why "oJ
would not employ her was that Elphye
Snowden would not let you retain her. Did
YOU say such a thing to herr"
Mr.. Erlanger replied: mo. sir"
Did you ever give her any money
Yes, l gave presents OF money"
How often did you give her money"
Il think that from 1900 10 1875 ] handed
her money at Christmas"
How much did these amounts come
to-"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-12-06

Dress overcoats, including
those fur lined and those silk
lined with fur collars.
Silk hats, white walstcoats,
white gloves and pumps.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-12-06
LOOKED LIKE A MOOSE; KILLED.

Virginia, MINI. Dec. 5.-On the ground
that Jack" cannon, hunter, had
Cooked like a moose" when he was shot
and killed by John Maxi. ten days ago.
Maxi was released By grand jury to-
dAy.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-12-06

For a musical Christmas
Musical clothes brushes,
musical cigarette boxes, mu-
steal ink wells, musical chairs
for children
Hundreds of interesting
novelties for mems and boys
ChriStmaseS.
All moderately priced.
Christmas order forms now ready for firms
wanting to give orders for later selection.
ROGERS PET COMPANY,
Three Broadway Stores
Warren st. 18th st. 34th St
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-12-06
AMUSE M ENTS.

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||!! '|'|?||:I||]|!!;:!i4 !:
AAgIAA -HIPP0DRoME-
lNe1lISnN NEXT SUNDAY NIGHT
W. SS' Seats Now selling.
WINTER GARDEN Rwsy and 49, 5G ,IarE ESs's
/ Gertrude Hoffman,. Broadway 20 Paris.
CASINO. B'way & 30 Ev s:I5. Mat. INV:
Week. Na,t THE MERRY COUNTESS
broadway TIL. BY & Al. Ev.s15. Mat .Tmw.
FEY Fields. the SUN DODGERS M W. M Ss1rs.
LYRIC, 42d. w.ot BY Eys.s:l5. Mat Tom'w.
N HMMI TRENTINI r Han
WEBER & FIELDS Ne Jus, " MsIs o 81 b ttn St.
All;star stock Co; Eyes nR0IY POLY"
s:l5. Mat. To-mor' w,215. "Se' w.
18Th ST. Th.. f. Of BY. Eyss:l5 Mat. Tmw.
WILLIAM COLLIER NEVER n 4 R' s. saT DIE.
S9th st. Th.. 30 nrB'y. Mats. Today&Tom'w.
ANNIE RUSStll S MSc IA Ado About Nothing.
Next Week-she Stoops to Conquer.
PLAYHOUSE tsth; 2; Of B,Tsy Ewes: SIC.
| LITTLE WON f N
William Golfers COMEDY .4lst. L. OF B way.
TSesi s.1e' ? Mf' FANhY'S FIRST PLAY
DAYS. Bway & 30. Ev. s:I5. Mat To-m'w.
The RED PETTIC0AT "i how HhhES
Maxine Eiliott's Th.. 80, bet BY & 9Th Ave.
East Nat aS fomT Ti%s5 READY MONEY
MANHATTAN OPP Ho., saith Av. Eys 8.
N sdd T TG,nS st 3 THE WHIP
WEST END. 125th. W Of sth Az Eygs At 8
Mat. Tom'w.2 Fayersham's JULIUS CESAR
NEXT WEEK .........M MUTT AND JEFF
rel lScn West 44th ST. Evenings at $40
LAST 3 WEEKS
R 5 RsSAsco FRANCES STARR.
in THE CASE OF BECKY.
Hk UI1Hu liz w est Evenings at Nsl5. MATS
"ss SSsiS 42d ST. Wed. and Sat, 2:15
William Elliott and David Belasco present
The GOVERNORS LADY
WAL lcK,S Bway Both St. Evss $40.
"H..HSN Mats. Wed. and Sat. 2:2o.
SIM0NE in The Paper Chase
BY Louis n. Parker
rINTIIpv Thea Prices 25c 10 81. so. Evss:IO
otN'oh' Mats. ed, sat, Xmas New Iear.
The beautiful Loti-Gautier Spectacle
THE DAUGHTER OF HEAVEN
CENTURY THEATRE. sth Ave. aud sd
S S";a TO-DAY BEGINS IS, 81
Auspices n. Y. Theatrical Managers.
W0MAn'S M TlIakit Benefit
levy Eve. at s:45. Sat. Mat, 2;3O.
LITTLE T aaSa OF ANATOL
THEATRE IAPlayforChildren. Mon. Tues Wed
90 West Thur. Fri. $50. and Sat. IL 4. VI.
at" St S NO W W HITE.
ELTlNGE West s. t:d H street, t Eyes YES osSi5.
WITHIN THE LAW
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-12-06
$1,000 FOR Christmas.

1T would not have been more than
$500" Mr.. Erlanger added Il must say
in justice TO Miss St Clair that she never
did ask me for any money He said that
the largest amount lie gave the actress
at one time was 500. and that IL was
from his own account. and not from the
account Of Klaw e. Granger.
This latter point was brought out. Mr..
Jerome explained. on account OF the con
tention OF the plaintiff that Klsw & Err
LANCER were under no obligation to employ
her for life. Under the cross-examination
OF Mr.. Mooney the witness said the last
time he gave Miss ST. Clair money was
In 1906 lie did not know how much che
received from his firm after that time.
In the testimony OF Mr.. Steuer il was
brought out on Wednesday that he had
received a letter signed with the name OF
Mr.. Erlanger after the date OF the law
yer's alleged effort to blackmail the man
ager into signing the contract with Miss
ST. Clair. The letter was OF a friendly
tone. Mr.. Granger yesterday denied that
he had written the letter.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-12-06
Klaw on Steuer Letter.

Marc klaw, partner OF Mr. Erlanger.
testified yesterday that he often signed
the name OF his partner 10 letters. and
that he believed he had signed the one 10
Mr.. Steuer referred 10 when the lawyer
was on the stand. But Mr.. Klaw said
that Mr.. Erlanger had dictated the letter.
Mr. Mooney asked the witness II he did
not think ii peculiar that the man who
had declared that Mr.. Steuer was a black
mailer should write such a letter TO him.
but Mr.. Klaw did not think so. saying
that he believed his partner must have
had some reason TO want to appear on
friendly terms with Mr.. Steuer
At the close of the testimony Mr..
Mooney asked for judgment on the plead
ngs, which Justice Pendeton denied.
Then followed the argument as to who
should have the last talk to the jury, and
Mr.. Jerome announced that he would not
accede to the decision of the court on the
question.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-12-06

Evening suits. sac to $40.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Hold Up At Cooling.

Our neighboring town OF Gooding il
fast becoming metropolitan even without
any assurance OF becoming county
seat. The Leader tells OF highway
robbery that took place there last week
as follows:
About O'Clock "Wednesday evening
]. f. Folsom, fireman on the Idaho
southern railroad va. held up and roll
bed by two unknown men near the \ OF
that road.
The hold-up men after pocketing the
swag. made their getaway east on the
main line OF the Oregon Short Line. ana
rs the Leader goes to press have not
been apprchendcd, althouh Marshall
saunder. and Sheriff Zug are in search
Of them
Folsom had been at work III tht
round house, and was On his way across
t. Main streer. lie had $50 in his peck
ct to pay Number of local bills When
he was accostc,i 10y two men III the dark
at point where the y tract cross th'
irrigation ditch.
Commanded 10y one of the men to hpi'
up his hands, Folsom quickly obeyed
and stood with hands upliited while on
oi the men iriskcd him and the othe
held gun in dangerous proximity.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
The Missouri Girl.

Of all the attractions that have visited
lie in the past, none il more popular with
the thcatrc-gong public than that quaint
and Away. WELCOME, pretty domestic
comedy, The Missouri Girl. ~ It j. a
faithful picture OF American country life,
with healthlul and invigorating ltnios-
pherc.
During the action OF the play novel
musical numbers, songs and dances are
introduced At the Amusement Hall OH
saturday night, Dee. 2lst.
The following telegram was received
here Monday by Manager Daughterty
atiesting 10 the merits Of the attraction
a. played at Boise:
Boise, Ida, Dec. II, 1872.
Manager Opera House. jerome.
Missouri Girl played here Saturday
matinee and night to two large houses
More than pleasing il Is far the bes
comedy played here this season. Frank
Farrell is Il comedian OF merit supported
by strong company. You will do wcl
IL recommend il.
W. A. MrNDENnAiL.
Manager l'inney Tlcater
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
A Sane Christmas,

We have read much about sane
Fourth ol July, wherein the youngster Is
deprived oi the pleasure al the toy
pistol and other useless articles OF this
nature, and now cOInes demand Tor a
sane Christmas, where a heck is sought
to be- made on the practice oi giving :
lot of foolish and Useless presents, just
brcau>,. il is the fashion and you think
ynu have TO- We would venture the
assertion that many family have de-
MED themselves the necessities al lille to
1--WE some acquaintance ar friend pr's-
emit which possibly might not I've oi any
benefit To- them simply hecause they
tl,ink they have to- quite recently i
society was organized IN New York,
known As the society for the Prevention
of Useless Giving. and branches have
been established in other cities AMI now
Chicago has one and is urging that It's
prrccpt~ hc generally adopted. The oh
jcct of the Society j. to discourage the
habit people have OF giving presents "a
Christmas and other times which are %
mo- real Use or value. and represent a vas
sum wasted in this manner. There It
surely something To think about IN hi
new organization.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
More Rabbits.

Our readers well remember the ship
ment of a ear load OF Jack Rabbits t.
the pittshurg market last winter ny Fra
zer-Zahn Co. The publicity given thus
shipment reached from coast To coast
and as Il result many inquiries have been
received from the east this fall for quo
,ations on our Jacks. As result another
consignment was forwarded To New York
the first of the week Ivy this same firm
bnt We might add that these were only
sent after the draft covering the SAINT
had been received, Bob is a good booster
Int he believes in doing business ON ;
cash basis. especially in the rabbit line
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Catholic Church.

High Mass will he celebrated in 1t.
Jerome's Catholic church, Christmas eve
at midnight.
Although the church has been built
two years, midnight mass has never been
celebrated in it.
A new choir has been organized. con-
sisting Of the following;
Organist. Miss Celia O'Brien; Tenor,
Mr.. Lemay; Bass, Mr.. Wolfe; Soprano
Mrs I,IIerrison and Miss Germaino
O'Brien; Alto, Mr. Ward.
1t is hoped that in the future the con-
pregation will have many opportunities
of hearing high mass.
1t is expected that all Catholics viii n'
present.
The services will he conducted b,
Rev. Father Lobell, the new pastor.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
CHURCH NOTES.
Contributed Weekly by the Pastors Of
the Various Churches.

The revival in the Methodist church
closed Monday night with "a special ser
vice for the young people. Mach good
was accomplished in these services. The
Methodist prayer meeting is changed to
Friday night and the Epworth League
will be organized Sunday at $50 p. nj.
The pastors will be in their several pull
pits nrxt Sunday. 4 Christmas message
will begin by b. II. Ward sunday morn
ing and the same message will be treated
by W. j. Dodge at night.
Great preparations are being made for
Christmas eve
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Christmas Delivery.

The rural carriers will serve then
routcs on Christmas day. 1t will greatly
facilitate the work at this time OF year
II the patrons will he AT the boxes To IT,
ceiyc packages when the carriers arrive
II is desired, also, that the patrons o
the rural delivery service will maih'a'i
in passabe condition the roads trav'rse'
by the carriers, and that they VIII MAKE
necessary preparations for clearing tn
roads in ease of heavy snow.
Respectfully,
NADINE NArToN.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Live Stock Insurance.

Quite frequently the report reaches Us
COW, which OF course is a total loss to
him and one that he can i'll afford under
present conditions here Ii is next to
impossible to get any insurance Oh live
stock through the regular companies, as
there is 50 much rel tape to 90 through
with. and IA a consequence the owner Oi
horsc. or cattle are compelled to take the
chances on the animal dying, with no
redress in the way Of insurance.
Realizing the necessity OF some means
being provided whereby farmer could
carry small insurance at least on his
livestock, all organization was perfected
some time ago with this object in view.
With the aid OF a competent attorney, Il
plan was prepared which met the APP
proval Of the State Insurance Commits
sioner. and q certificate was issued to the
Company authorizing them to do bust
however, no active work has been done,
although there are several applications
on file for this class oil insurance. 1t i.
now the intention OF the officers OF tn,
organization TO do some active worl
along this line 4. its need ia manifesto,
almost every day. We would be please
to explain the workings OF the organiza
ton more FULLY to any one interested
who will call at this Office where W
have the paper. on file.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Fine Array of Christmas Offerings

4 careful Inspection Of the holiday
stock that can be- found in the varion.
h'lsincss HOUSES OF Jerome l. certainly a
'f"iit to our merchants and an indica-
non OF the appreciation they have lor
tine citizens ot the town and surrounding
country. We doubt ii there is a town in
TINS state, or any other state for that
matter, OF the ~" ri Jerome. where Il
more complete selection nf holiday rn"ls
can be- found fnr-,. StorAs are mnt d, a
rule OF the cheap trashy kind, bat the
lines embrace a great variety Of the tie
r'niablc goods that can ice found IN the
stores OF the larger cities. There is nn
nrcd Tor any ni our citizens consulting a
catalogue oi spinr foreign house IN which
I" select their giits, but We venture the
assertion that you can find Just what will
please ynp hy visit To- any IT the stnr..
which carry a line OF THESE holiday goods
10y consulting the columns pi the Time.
Tins week y"u can form pretty gener /,
ii'a "l What you want. Study il over
well and do your shopping saturday am
do not pnt it oil until the last moment
after the stocks have been picked oyci
and there are no selections to be had
our merchants are deserving OF grca
ic.,l OF credit in the selection Of thcs,
II rks- and it l. up To our readers to buy
their Holiday gifts AT home and thu
show their appreciation Of the effort. .
our husin>> men to please them.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19

Mr. Robert Kiple met with 1u'le "
s,,ere accident while returning '.'"'
rn;n Falls an Sunday, whittier he han
hoen 10 visit his wife who is in the nos
,,I ,h,re lie was found unconscious
,r;ng in the road just this side OF u"
canyon. by ". b. Nlilson' ana w"'
'"" ;,"I ~ fine toll station where he wac
ao,';red and where it was found he mao
~, ~, ,rom II fracture of the foot. just
% , ,hsa accident occurred is not definitely
' ',U" Int it is supposed the horse stun
,,,I and fell throwing Mr. kiple OIL TIT
horse falling on his foot
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Foils a Foul Plot.

When shameful plot exists between
liver and bowels to cause distress by re-
fusing to act, take DR.. Kings New Lille
Pills, and end such abuse OF your sys-
ITEM They gently compel right action OF
stomach, liver and bowels, and restore
your health and all good feelings. Pc
at all druggists. AdV.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
.RIsTiAN


W. J. DODGE. Pastor.
Bible school at lO a. III. J. ". Me-
lntire, Superintendent.
Services 10y minister W. J. Dodge, the
second and inrth Sundays in each
month.
CRANDNIEM
Union Sunday school will he held
every Sunday afternoon at 200 at ths
Grandview hall Everyone invited.
REV A. l.. BRAGG, Supt.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Christmas Holiday Rates Via Oregon
Short Line.

Tickets on sale December 10, 70, 81 %,
"A, -, ~ and 81, 1912, and January /,
1913, limited 10 January 8, 1913. Low
rates between local points. See aSrnu
ior rates and further particulars.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Last But Not Least.

Royal Ncighbors Bazaar Saturday, Dec
list. 1912.
One door West Jerome Mere. Store
Cooked Food sale and Chicken Plt
supper given in connection. suppe
served from } to I.
Nui scd,
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Special Meeting.

There will Ice 4 special meeting OF the
Jerome Branch ol the North Side Canal
sers Assn, OH saturday the DIST inst,
At 80 j.. H. lmportan matters will
bee considered and iul attendance is
desired
{ III NtitrrY Pres
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Announcements
rRE.BYTEkIAN CHrn'a.

rREsBNTEkIAN CHr1a.
REV. JrNkINs, PASTOR.
OF services:
Bible School, 10 Il. IN.
J. \. ARMSTRONG, >. :. Superintendent.
Preaching at II 90 AIN. and 80 p.n.
NJ. Z. CHURCH
ID. l.. ANDREWS, Pastor.
Preaching at II a. III. and 40 p. m.
Choir Practice Saturday evening, 1880.
Sunday School at 10 o'clock.
All are cordially invited.
). l.. llnghell, Superintendent.
BAPTIST CHURCH.
B. II. WARD, Pastor.
A live Sunday School at 10 o'clock.
Mr.. G. r. Sherman, Supt.
Morning worship at II o'clock-sui,-
ject, 1.-The Kings Business"
Evening at 80 hall hour song serv-
ice, at S o'clock preaching. Subject "A
man in whom the spirit OF God is.
Young Peoples Service, Sunday even
ing at $50, subject, christmas.
Mid week service every Wednesday
night at 80
You arr cordially invited to attend
any or all OF these services.
"A homelike church.
CHRIRTIAN SCIENCE.
Christian Science Society OF Jerome,
will hold regular services every sunday
at II o'clock in Ilale's Hall. Sunday
SCHOOL Immediately after service.
cordial invitation is extended to the
public
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
HIGH SCHOOL NOTES.
Contributed Weekly by the High
School Student Body.

Thursday evening, December l9fh,
will witness the first play given 10y the
High school talent OF Jerome. The up
per classncn will present "The Merchant
oi Venice, t'p-to-Date, " the proceed. to
be used lor the piano fund.
The east Of characters will include
fourteen members OF the junior and
senior classes assisted by other boys of
the school. The play is in five acts;
specialties occurring between each.
Namely:
Duet Country Dance
Margaret and katherine Veddcr.
Song "Take Me up with You, Desrie"
Gennaine and Dalphine o Brien
Dorothea and Pelsy Martin
Kitty Jaycox
Fancy Steps
Dalphine o Bren, Kitty Jaycox
election -------- Orchestr;.
1t IL the aim oi those interested to
make this first school play the event Of
the season.
On last Saturday, the second team OF
the Jerome High school went 10 Wen
dell to play the High School team Of
tlat place. Jerome won by the score OF
- to IL. Consistent AMI fast team work
couple with accurate basket shooting
brought jerome out ahead. Both teams
are going through hard practice and
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Hogs For sale.

Shoats. SONS. with and without pigs
Good stock at reasonable prices.
OgTu Blows.
34-u- mi. south OF o ,. l.. depot
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
ound.

Ie,,her han bag. Owner may nav
same by calling at this Office ana P'S"'S
60 this notice
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Special BY Wireless.

VIII he al The Racket Saturday, Dec
DIST from lu TIL >.
SANTA CLAts.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19

Mr.. Thos. JaycoN will be an applicant
for the position oi postmaster at Jerome
whenever the time comes Tor a change
here. We don't know OF anyone more
entitled to recognition 10y the admins
tratinn than Mr. JaycoN, as he is one "i
fine wheel horses oi democracy and has
always stood loyalty by the party. 1t Is
nlrasing to note in this connection that
Tom has the united endorsement oI the
heading democrats OF the county as well
as tins town. and also is the recipient OF
many endorsements from leading demo
Gratis ol the state. MIR. JaycoN not only
has the ability to perform the duties o.
this office but he is an ailahlc and pleas
ing gentleman who enjoys the confidence
and esteem OF all the people oi this see
tion. and the Times joins with his othel
friends in Wishing that his ambition Il
he Nasty may he realized.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Lost.

An old fashioned Coli Cape, between
short Line depot and town. FINDER
nlease leave at this office.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Land for sale.

~ acres. SWi4 SWl4, l7-s-l5. By
miles ;. W. OF Wendell i acres clearei
and plowed. Ditch and hcadgate in
Small house 5000 due under contract.
sta per acre.
W H. WusoN,
70 Dearborn Ave, Chicago, llls
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19

A small pass book Leather bound,
hearing my name. Finder please leave
at Times office. or with the undersigned
: l. RuHEr~pN.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19
Wanted.

Work on good dairy Iarm by expert
cncel dairyman. Address
T.. MclAUGnIIN.
Box 462 Wendell, Idaho
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1912-12-19

..,. orders at The Racket for Nma-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-15
STEEL MARKET Is
 UNUSUALLY ACTIVE
Railways Place Many Large Orders for Rails and
 Equipment

New York, January 14-Among the prominent features of the steel trade last week were the conference of the Penn syiVania railroad with the steel mills regarding rails specifications, the extra ordinary December statement of the United States Steel corporation and the keen competition among shops End struc- tural mills for orders. The railroads or dered 60,000 tons of rails, the principal contract being 36,00O tons for the Northern Pacific. Some heavy contracts are likely to be released this week, including 15o.ooo tons for Pennsylvania, 17S,00O tons for the New York Central, COCO tons for the St Paul, 45,O00 tons for Erie, 3O,o0O tons for the Lackawanna and a supplementary or der for the Southern railway. The car contracts included 320O more cars for the Pennsylvania, 750 for the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern and 800 for the Hooking Valley Bridge orders were light, the only one worthy of note being 2O00 tons for the Norfolk and Western, but 20,O0O tons ad- dltional Tor railway bridges and shops are on the point of being closed
 The principal contracts for fabricated steel were placed in the west, where 5000 tons alone are required for copper smell ters to be constructed The most inn portant building contract was for the Marine Bank building at Buffalo, reaufr- ing 1000 tons of steel, awarded to the Lackawanna Steel company. The largest local contract was for a lofty building to be erected near Madison Square, reouir- ing 1900 tons of steel, which will be Beth lehem sections. c. T. Wells has the gen- eral contract.
 The Steel corporation reported enor- nous contracts for finished products booked in December. the aggregate be- ing 2,l63.o00 tons, while the December out put of finished products was about 99G, 900 tons.
 The volume of business in pig iron was comparatively light throughout the week. total orders oln all districts being less than 15.OO0 tons, about one-third of which was for steel making iron. In the eastern district contracts were placed for only about 25,000 tons