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You practically get anjid.Jnjh for nothing, for with the extra profit brings you can more than pay for it- VOL. XXIV. LEBANON, THURSDAY EVENING, JUNE 18, 1896. A Decisive Ballot Shows That McKinley Will Win. BILVEB MEN TO LEAVE THE TOLD.

arid Having In Their Fiiclit the White Mxtnl, Will tlii- to Ixwl For Second Place. XT. Louis, June -Afn-r the Koptib- lican national convention been called to order by Chairman ann the preliminary opening had disposed of Senator Foniker, chairman nf the committee on rwihitiuns, the majority report, when-iipim St-nat'irs Teller anil CaniMii their pr.jti-sts. The minority report prepared by Senator Teller and the other free silver men was presente.l, which on motion of Senator Forakcr wv- vuteJ down a vote of 81SJ to lOoi. Senator Cannon announced the names of the persons who had the minority report ami aavu the suites which they" represent an.l duclarwl that the Utah delegatio would withdraw from the convention.

This created great ounfusion and there cheers and hisses. While they were leaving the convention a large started sinning "Hurrah for the lied, White and Blue." Chairman Thurston declared that tbff Republican party has no need to fear any declarations coining from the silver men. A vote taken directly on the -financial plank i i the report of the committee on resolutions was for gold, si 21; for silver, 110.1, and ill platform entire was adopUH, the minority report on motion being laid on the The impression here is growing stronger that the ticket will lie McKinley and Morton, although siuie time must yet elapse before the balloting can commence, as the nominating have not yet been made. ST. Lotus.

Juno national convention lias now fairly cleared (hedenks tor action. Tlio permanent or- gnnl7iition having Leon effected r.od the permanent chairman, Thnrston, having nsflnmed tho duties of presiding officer, and with the platform settled in favor of tho gold standard, tho battle royal over the Domination of candidates is now on. Tho nomination of McKinloy is assured, and tho light over the vice president waxes warm. Tho first show of hnnds came on the Adoption of the report of the committee Dn credentials relative to tho Delaware tonteat. The majority report seated Higglna.

The minority seated Addioks. A vote tVBR takou tiy states on tho previous question, MoE.iuley men, in tho miiin, voting fes and anti Mcliinley nay. The vote Teas. 546 1 naya, M.v.t'-'. Thus It -will ho seen thnt McKiuley has 100 votes more than enough to secure bis nomination.

The" lines, however, tine not drawn absolutely on this vote, as (nlte A number of delegates who are Sledged to McKinloy voted with tho oppo Jltlon, notably the Maryland delegation, but it WHS apparent from tho cheers with Which tho opposition greeted the announcement of ovory vote In their favor that they were marshaling every available vote at their command. TBey realized that they oonld not overthrow the victorious hosts of McKinley made no attempt to emphasize their fllflcorulllimi by demanding a roll call on the final adoption of the report. Tho prevailing opinion continues to be Bmt Governor Morton will bo SloKlnloy's rtmniue inato on the ticket, althousb the friends of Hobort and Kvnns still in- llst otherwise, and tho nnti-Plutt faction In New York is bitterly fighting his nomination. The vice presidential situation bids fair to take the convention out of the feature- lets rut which has so far marked the sns- It is ns pretty a three cornerod Bght has been seen in long while, and klthnugh tho Plait adherents, with a courage obtained from thuir leader, who never seems to lack it, oluinis "that if Morton wants it ho can have it," it is HEXKY TKLJ.EH. nevertheless, patent thnt they feol that Mr.

Reed would Iw the candidate if his the place was obtained. The delegation, with their candidate. A. Hobtirt, are cam- paigiKUK actively for him and have ob talned the support of the Miller element. Nor Is this latter element dicmayed at tho Platt claims of victory for their candidate.

It is asserted them that they will effect combination "that will destroy Morton chances. The adherents are not out of the race, ami a portion of the Ohio flelegation that Is averse to 1'latt and -Morton are working enernetically. The confidence of the 1'latt Juen is. however, a trine discoursing to the more incipient booms.because it is thoroughly well known that Mr. Platt will never stand a second beating and will not put Mr.

Morton in the race for vice president unless ho Is positive that he has enough votes to elect him. The following is given as a forecast o. tho first iuillot for vice president: G. A. Hobart of New Jersey, P.

Morton oi New York. H. Clay Kvans of Tennessee. '-'4s; Morgan Bulkoley of Connecticut, 71. CONVENTION DETAILS The Show of Hands McKin 1-V I-'i.

Si. KepuMican national committee at its second session accepted without division the report of the committee on permanent organization, nnd M. Thurston of Nebraska was elected pennant nl chairman. Senator SewcH of New Jersey and Congressman Payne of New York were desipnated to ficort the permanent chairman to the platform. Senator Thurston then took his place behind the aruiJ wild applause and delivered an address which was enthusiastically cheered.

The Illinois delegation presented to the chairman a gavel ruatle from a lop of a house in which Abraham l.iu.-oln once lived. Judge Denny of the Republican club of Lexington, presented a gavel made ot ash wood cut on the old homestead of This gavel was Temporary FairbanRS. -me presentations and the speeches of acceptance helped to kill time for 15 minutes. The credentials committee reported in favor of the Higgins delegation In Delaware. In the contest of the Texas delegates at large, they reported in favor of the delegation headed by Grant.

A Scatliing denunciation. On all other contests they reported to sustain the decision of the national con-Ailttee and make the temporary roll permanent. Mr. Hepburn of Iowa presented a minority report against accepting the roll of tho national commlttea He charged that in the Delaware and Texas contests before the credentials committee not one word of testimony was read. The report read by Mr.

Hepburn was a icathing arraignment of tho methods of inaij on the nAtinuaJ cmiunittea when he mentioned tne Missouri case, where Fillny was turned down by order of Hiiiina. there was great outburst of ap- plauso. Tho minority report recommended seat- Ing the Addioks and Cuney delegations from Delaware and Texas, and that the committee bear the evidence in the other asca. Chairman Fort of the committee moved the previous question on the report. Under the rules, 20 minutes for debate was allowed each slde.

Senntor Quay requested a division on the question of votes on the states separately, which was granted by the chaimmn. The senator was loudly applauded. On the motion to order the previous question Maine demanded a roll call, and the motion was seconded by Iowa. Mr. Hepbnrn niauo the point ot order tnat delegates whose seats are contested had no right to vote.

He was overruled. On the roll call the vote of Alabama was challenged and changed to 19 yeas and nays. In this state the yeas represent the McKinley strength and the nays the opposition. Break In the McKinley Foroex. Colorado voted solidly, and Connecticut followed suit Florida voted 7 yeas, 1 nay.

Georgia voted 20 yeas, ti navs. Illinois voted yeas, 23 nays. This indicated a bad break in tho MoKinley forces. The vote was challenged and the roll of delegates called. Idaho voted against the motion.

The vote of Illinois on the call of delegates resulted in and IS nays. Indiana voted 27 yeas and a nays. Iowa voted a solid 26 nays, and wild applause followed. Kentucky went, over to McKinloy and cast 23 votes in tho affirmative and 3 in the negative. Missouri cast 13 negative votes, at which there was much applause.

Chaunoey I. Filley arose and got an ovation. Missouri's vote was changed to 14 nays, 20 yeas. Now voted 20 yeas. When Senator Platt got np to oast the vote of New York, the audience rose in a body.

He was applauded for a minute, and then got three cheers and a tiger. This was followed by few hisses from tbo McKinley men. New York voted 52 nays, Foraker oast Ohio's 4H votes for tho rule. Pennsylvania oast oil nays. 6 yeas.

A call of the delegates of Texas delayed mutters. The total vote to order the previous question on the report of the committee on credentials resulted: Yeas, 1 nays. That fairly represents Held in Their Chamber on Wednesday Evening. TEE SPRIKGFIETO EOAD BOLLBE Once More Under Company to FuruiHh an Indetuuirylup; ISoucl in Connection with the Water Slippy are Considered. piSoleot council met.

in special session UVdnesilay evening f.ir general purposes. Mr. Hnnsieker presided with all members present except Major Mover. The hill, which ratines and confirms the action of the highway committee, in the matter of the claim of Julian Schnll for a road roller, providing that said companv shall furnish a bond of $0,400 within" 20 days to the city for the faithful compliance of their contract, passed finally. The water question was discussed at great length by members of the council and by President Bpyd, of the common branch.

It was raid that the Lebanon brick company is not furnishing the proper grade of brick for the foundation walls at the compressor plant, at South Mountain. President Boyd said the bricks are soft while they should be hard as they will not bear the boiler. Mr. Schock said the brick were unfit for use and that the contractor protests against their use. The question provoked much argument and it was developed that the way things are being done at the supply darns does not meet with the sanction of some of the councilmen.

representative of the Lebanon brick companv called at the NEWS office this morning and stated that about good quality salmon brick had been delivered at the water supply together with about good quality hard brick, but it was decided not to use salmon brick; there fore the latter will at once be returned and only hard brick Mr. Schock condemned the way in which the city ia doing business and said that the water board should be made to present reports of their work whenever called upon. It was finally decided to meet again next Monday evening. Meanwhile the water hoard will be directed to render a report or attend the meeting and give an explanation of the condition of things at the, supply dams. HOTEL IMPROVEMENTS.

Growing IIuttiiiesR Demands IncreaHed Ftt- ciliticri at the Extensive improvements are hi contemplation at the hotel. The bar and sitting rooms are to be enlarged to meet the growing business. Select Councilman A. J. Meredith, one, of the Republican nominees for county commissioner, has decided to close his cigar store adjoining the hotel and this room will be added to the hotel.

By this addition the facilties of this large hostelry will be considerably increased. Barber George F. Oliver has leased the basement nf tlie hotel and will conduct tho MoKinley andTnntl-McKinley stronath hi business in thu new room after July 1. in tbe convention. The total vote cast was SU8.

There are 5 votes in tho There are convention, and 4'il are necessary to choice. The Vote by Tin- tho vote by states nn tho previous Alabama YlMW Ill 16 Nays. ii 10 S' 1 0 0 18 3 12 16 28 (I 14 5 ulqrado Connecticut DH a ware Florida. Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky 2) Louisiana Maine Maryland Mil Miii.ik-an 23 Miunt'sota 1 Mississippi 12 Missouri 20 Montana 1 Nebraska Nevada 1 Sew Hampshire Now Jersey New York 10 North Carolina UW North Dakota. Ohio Pennsylvania 6 Klindc Island South Carolina 16 South Dakota 8 Tennes-ee 23 Texas 16 Utah Vermont 4 Virginia 22 Weil Virginia 12 Wisconsin 24 Arizona New Mexico 1 Oklahoma 4 Indian Territory 6 District of Columbia Alaska Totals M5K 35DK SILVER BOLT.

Senator Teller and Colleagues Will Leave the Itepubllcan Parts'. ST. Locis, June dramatic and indeed pathetic scene was enacted at the session of the committee on resolutions. The group of western silver men, headed by Senator Teller of Colorado, announced to thoir colleagues when tbe plank In the platform was agreed upon by a vote of 40 to 11 that they had reached the partina of the ways nnd that nothing remained- for them but to withdraw from the convention. It was tbongbt that there wonld lio violent recrimination and wild words of denunciation when tho final announce the brent came, but instead it was tho parting of old friends In sorrow, not In anger.

The silver men felt themselves swept on by an Irresistible fate, and with protestations of regret they cast the die. The scene was a most affecting one. Tho gold men in the committee were filled with compassion, and there was not a dry eye In the room while Senator Teller spoke. Senator Imbols, Senator Cannon and Delegate Mott broke down completely and wept like children. Senator Lodge, who replied, spoke words of tender sympathy, as if the occasion were some great uersonal bereavement.

He eulogized Sen ConUnuedlon tjecoud Pace. BUFFALO SPRINGS. Rainy weather at present. This de- lavs the work of the farmers very much, although it assists in the growing ol crops. Sueak thieves are numerous.

They stole a pair of shoes on Sunday. C. B. Walters was a visitor in town on Tuesday afternoon. in Saturdsv.

June 20, the Lutberar Sunday school, of Schaefferstown, wit hold its annual picnic. They expect it to be a great affair. Messrs. C. H.

Brubaker and A. F. Eberly were in Lebanon Saturday even- ins to'uet the election returns. Dtibble and family, of Myers town, visited S. D.

Hartmari on Sunday I Russell Gleim, Cornwall, was in the city this afternoon. ALDERMANIC NEWS. HKNJAMIN MOVlii: IX CIsrODY. Alderman K. L.

Miller this morning a letter from Alderman William Weber, of Reading, staling that the ttithorities there had in custody Benjamin Moyer, who is charged with having carried away a washer and wringer, alued at from the residence of Willam Gehret sometime last October. The arrest was made Constable Jacob B. Reifsnyder, of Reading. It is expected the case will be settled shortly. HELD FOR COURT.

William Derr and Harry Auman, who were arrested, charged with having stolen pigeons from the residence of ioaz W. Light, were given a hearing before Alderman Booth this morning, who held them in $100 bail each for Septem- jer court. K. G. E.

Officers. At the regular weekly meeting of Lebanon Castle No. 314, Knights of the jolden Eagle, held Wednesday evening, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Past Chief. Fred Treida; noble chief, N. A.

Boyer; vice chief, S. T. Rank; high priest, Aug. Dewalt; venerable hermit, Win. Shepps; master of records, R.

L. Miller; clerk of exchequer, I. M. Baldwin; keeper of exchequer, Dr. A.

C. Hersh; sir herald, Win. H. Swanger; worthy bard, John Simmons; worthy chamberlain, N. A.

Shepps; ensign. Aug. Von Hofe; esquire, T. E. Daniell; nrst guardsman, Jos.

H. Diehl; second guardsman, W. W. Himmelberger; trustees, Jos. H.

Diebl, R. A. Henry, J. G. S.

Reber. Dr. A. C. Hersb was elected a representative to the grand sistle, which will meet at Harrisburg next May.

Tbe supreme castle will meet at Reading in October. ST. MARY'SCOMMENCEMENT KxerciMS by the School and Musical Department This Evening. St Joseph's hall promises to be crowded to its utmost capacity this evening on the occasion of the IGth annual commencement of St. Mary's school and musical department.

An excellent program of exercises has been arranged and the proceeds of the entertainment, an admission of 25 cents being charged, will be devoted to the use of the orphans. Tbe school and music department are advancing each year and the class of is the largest that has yet graduated. The sisters of St. Joseph are the instructors; and have gained much unsolicited pat-j ronage from our young people, who de-i sire to receive a thorough course. Class St.

Raphael will give a juvenile cantata, "Dream of Fairy Land," in parts, and this promises to be not the least enjoyable part of the entertainment The entire school is to be represented later in the "Burning when the excellence of their musical instruction will be given a thorough test. A TROLLEY CAR FREE. A Novelty That Will Delight the Hearts of Toung and Old. A pleasing addition to the novelties which "The Philadelphia Sunday Press" is presenting to its readers will be made next Sunday, the 21st when every reader of "The Sunday Press" will receive free a model of an open trolley car. The device is as simple as it is attractive.

It can be put together by any child in a few miijutes, and it is complete in every detail, includinga crowd of gaily dressed passengers and uniformed motqrman and conductor. The trolley car will be the most popular of the season. Order "The Sunday Press" in advance and get it free. OUR BUSINESS OFFICE Kemoved to the First Floor Front In the Bulldtng We Have been Occupying. The business office of the DAILY and SEMI-WEEKLY NEWS has been removed to the first floor front in the same building which it has occupied for a number of years.

The office has been neatly and conveniently fitted np and the friends and patrons of the NEWS are cordially in- invited to call on us in our new quarters. Tbe change has been made for the accommodation of our patrons and to facilitate our growing business. Marvelouii Results. From a letter written by Rev. J.

Gunderman, of Ditnondale, we are permitted to make this extract: 'I have no hesitation in recommending Dr. King's New Discovery, as the results were almost marvelous in the case of my wife. While I was pastor of the Baptist church at Rives Junction she was brought down with Pneumonia succeeding La Grippe. Terrible paroxysms of cjughing would last for hours with little interruption and it seemed as if she could not survive theui. A friend recommended Dr.

King's New Discovery; it was quick in its work and highly satisfactory in results." Trial bottles free at Dr. Geo. Ross ct drug store. Canght a Water Dog. David Krill, manufacturer of hokey pokey, spent Wednesday fishing in the vicinity of Hummclstown and returned in the evening with a fine mess of eels and other fish.

He also caught a large water dog. This ia a small reptiliisame- what similar to a lizard, with a prolonged head and jaw like a small alligator. It lives in small streams, keeps close to the bottom and is a very ungainly looking object, Apple Tree Destroyer. A new pest in the 1 shape of an apple tree destroyer is worrying the fruit growers throughout the state. The troublesome thing is a small white worm which ensconces itself in the end of the limb of the trees and bores away until it causes the blight of the leaves.

It was never heard of before this spring and the experimental stations of the state have taken up the matter and will make an investigation. Country Vhnrch Appointments. Services next Sunday at Grace church, Avon, at 9:45 a. at Tulpehocken at 2 p. and at Richland at 7:30 p.

m. Catechetical instructions at Avon at 8:30 a. m. Rev. H.

Giesz will preach next Sunday at St. John's, Fredericksburg, at 9:30 a. German, and at 7:30 p. English, and at Hoar's, Mt Zipn, at 2 p. m.

Systematic Observations by Messrs. Hayes and Krause. AT MEADOW BABK OBSERVATOBY New Building Aafoclation. W. L.

Scars, reprcsentine the National building association, of has organized a branch in this city. Tbe officers are aa follows: President, M. P. Spangler; vice president, S. S.

Horst; secretary and treasurer, H. P. Moyer; attorney, H. B. Houck; the directors are M.

P. Spangler, S. S. Horst, H. P.

Moyer, esq J. K. Blecker, H. C. Shay, Xatban Yingst, R.

L. Miller, this citv, and A. M. Blecker, Myerstown, and H. H.

Kreider, Annville. The appraisers are M. P. Spaugler, S. S.

Horst and H. P. Moyer. Bicycle Miss Ella Kline and Miss Minnie Kalbach this morning left on their bicycles lor Harrisburg, where they will remain visiting friends for several days. Ross Morgan and Frank Atkins accompanied them as far as Palmyra.

Harris Greiner, of Walnut slreet, today rode to Masterspnville, from where he will continue his ride to Mt. Joy and Wrightsville, where he will spend a week with friends. Children's Day at Avon. Next Sunday evening tbe Sunday schools of Avon U. B.

church will hold their annual children's day services. An elaborate program of exercises has been prepared and as usual the music will be especially good. It is expected that the attendance will be very large and the exercises of an interesting character. 111 at Her Residence. Mrs.

Jacob H. Hoffman, residing at SOS Walnut street, who has been seriously for the past nine weeks, is not any b'etter, and it is said her condition is becoming worse daily. Dr. Samuel Weiss is in attendance. Soldier's Ucense Granted.

Francis Frank, of this city, has been granted a soldiers license. Frank served in the navy during the rebellion and received an ugly wound. Tbe game between the "Press" and "Four O'clock" clubs, which was to been played this afternoon at Avon was postponed and will be played next Wed nesday afternoon. Everybody welcome in S. of Hall tonight.

Come aJL 'rf Crushed. William Wenrich, 009 Lehman street, employed at the Pennsylvania bolt and nut works as a laborer, had his right leg crushed Wednesday afternoon by having It caught under iron rails which fell from a truck. Wenrich was pushing the truck when the rails spread, causing it to jump Jie track. AT HYMEN'S ALTAR. COX-ZERBE.

On June 13, by Rev. H. J. Welker, at the Tulpehocken parsonage, Charles S. lox, of Womelsdorf, and Miss Rebecca Zerbe, of near Prescott, were united in marriage.

Tendered the Use of a Hall. J. M. Shenk has tendered the use of his hall above C. Shenk's store for the rehearsals of Fritz Stein, which is to be produced here in September for the benefit of Harry Haak.

Outing at Penryn Park. A party of eight young people spent Wednesday afternoaRj-at Penryn park and much the pleasant outing. They returned home, eany in the evening. Marriage License. John A.

Wagner and Lizzie R. DeHart, both of Myerstown. Philip G. Poorman, of Syner, and Emma L. Henning, of Water Works.

Anvone who suffers from that terrible pfague, Itching Piles, will appreciate the immediate relief and permanent cure that comes through the use of Doan Ointment. It never fails. Hear the Juvenile Mandolin Club in Sons of America Hall tonight. QUITE A BREEZE Has been stirred up in this community by the low prices that we are selling Furniture at. How can we do it By buying in large quantities and selling at close prices.

Call and examine the prices of the largest stock of furniture in the city. Frantz's Furniture Bazaar, 732-34 CUMBERLAND ST. For the Months of March, April and May Pressure, Temperature. Hnmldity, Pre- rlpitatiou and the Phenomena. The summary of the results of the systematic weather observations, for the spring months, March, April and May, as carried on at the Lebanon Observatory of the Pennsylvania State weather service, at "Meadow Bank," by George W.

Hayes, C. the local observer, ably assisted by Allen K. Kranse, isasfollows: THE 1'RESSCRE. The mean barometrical reading was SO.lOti inches. The highest barometer, 30.90S inches, which ia likewise the greatest reading taken at the observatory, thus far, was noted on March 24th; and the lowest also occurred in March, being 20.211 inches, on the llth.

THE TEMPERATURE. This spring was warmer than last Spring, its mean temperature, 50.4 deg. being 2.2 deg. higher than that of the spring months of It had an average maximum temperature of 61.3 deg. and a mean minimum of 39.5 deg.

F. Its highest temperature, reeistered on April 18th, was deg. and ita minimum temperature broke all records, being 10.5 deg. below zero, on March 13. Its warmest day, April 19th, had a mean temperature of 77.7 deg.

and it had the coldest spring day since the observatory was established to its credit, it being March 13, the mean temperature of which was 3 deg. F. Its mean daily range was 21.8 deg. Its greatest daily "range, 48.9 on May 9, is a verv large range for 2t hours, and it is found to be the greatest range for one day since 1888, the es tablishing of the observatory; its lowest daily range was not extraordinary, being 4.1 on March 11. HUMIDITY AXD PRECIPITATION.

The mean relative humidity was 80.3; and the average dew point, 42.S deg. F. It will be welcome news to many, that rain-fall for this spring, 11.00 inches, not excessive, is however 1.49 nore than the rain for the spring weather of last year, one of the driest seasons ever experienced. March is creditable with the rain, 5.17_ inches; then May, with 4.5J inches: and April last, its rain-fall measuring 1.29 inches. The snow, which fell all in March (with the exception of a few traces in April) measured 2C.75 inches.

THE WIND. The prevailing direction of the wind at i a. m. was north-east; and at 8 p. south-west.

The percentage of the winds was: 23; S. S. 32; 8, and N. 23. The Drevailing direction of the wind was N.

deg. 51 min. blowing for a period of 21.23 da.vs. The mean force of the wind was l.CS. MISCELLANEOUS PHENOMENA.

There were clear, 25 fair, and 31 cloudy days. Klin fell on 36 days. The iverage amount of cloudiness was 50 cent. The day pn at Cornwall Reprint From the "Dally News" of Two Decades Aeo. THURSDAY, 15.

Mrs. Jacob McConnell, one of the oldest inhabitants of Lebanon, died the day before. revious an accident occurred by which a ten-year old child of Mr. Witmer lost an eye. A number of children had been playing with powder and matches, hence the accident.

Twenty years ago J. H. Redsecker represented this county at the State Sunday school association convention, at Reading. The previous evening John Kilmoyer was elected president of the Independent District school board. On the previous Saturday night the emoke house of Henry Snavely, in North Lebanon township, was robbed of a lot of meat, and it was subsequently found jy Riley Ringler in the home of an old offender, who was arrested.

Rack from Commencement. Rev. E. S. Hagen, pastor of the Moravian church, this city, this afternoon reamed from Lititz.

where he attended commencement exercises of the Linden Hall Seminary. On Wednesday evening Rev. Hagen preached the baccalaureate sermon to the graduating class. The exercises were attended by a large crowd and the address to graduates was made this morning by George E. Reed, 0.

of Dickinson college, Carlisle. Mrs. Dr. Samuel Weiss, Mrs. E.

S. Kase and daughter, Miss Pauline Miller this afternoon returned from Easton, where they attended the annual com- inenceuien; of Lafayette college. Her Mother Seriously III. Mrs. Yallie S.

Xewhard, of 107 North Ninth street, received a telegram from Adamsdaie, Schnylkill county, stating that her mother, Mrs. George Adams, was seriously ill. Mrs. Newhard left on 2:01 train for the latter place. It will be remembered Mrs.

Adams visited iiere several weeks ago. Ditto Society Meeting. The Salem Lutheran mite society met Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Potto, on Milllin street, and were cordially received by Mrs. Potts and her The latter read several beautiful selections, which were highly enjoyed by the members present.

Secured a Position. George Strickler, who for some time has been engaged in a drug store in Philadelphia, will leave tomorrow morning for Reading, where he has secured a similar position in Ziegler's drug store on Penn street. This is one of the largest drug stores in Reading. WITH THE AFFLICTED. J.

G. Schropp, of the NEWS, has been confined to his home for several days suffering with inflammation of the bowels, but is greatly improved today. Annual Inspection. Lebanon Valley division No. 12, Uniform Rank, Knights of Pythias, will be inspected Friday evening.

The inspection is made annually. Letters Granted. Letters testamentary have been granted on the estate of Anna Mary Gernert, late of Jonestown, to Jeremiah G. Gernert. WINTERSVILLE.

JUNE Wintersville singing class will hold its concert again on Saturday evening, June 20, as the weather was not favorable on Saturday evening. The farmers have begun to make their hay. The crop is not quite so good as it might be, but lots of hay will be made again. Albert Mover, hired with F. L.

Seibert, had to quit work for some time, having strained himself. Mrs. Lizzie Groby, from Ohio, is here visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob P.

Snyder, and friends and relatives. John Salem was in Lebanon on business. To Reduce Our Immense Stock We Oflfcr Goods at Unusually Low Prices. 200 Ladies' Trioimed Hats at 3L98 to $3.98 Finest Hats ever shown for the price. o'YonncLadies'and Girls' Trimmed Hats at SL5U to 52.93.

Finest kind of Hats. 51) Children's Trimmed Hats- Finest Hats, finest Trimmings, at specially low prices. Ladies' Sailor Hats. 25c, 75c. Ladies'Sailor Hats in Panama, Satin and Slilan Braids, and JLT5.

Children's Caps. Ribbons and flowers. Superior assortment at bargaia prices. 813 CUMBERtAND 5Tfe WITMER ARRESTED. Union Driver Charged With Manslaughter for an Act Committed Some Time Ago.

Geo. B. Witmer, of 730 Willow street, driver for the Union steam fire engine company, was arrested at an early hour Wednesday evening by County Detective Geo. A. Hunter, charged with manslaughter, by George F.

Miller, of 1028 Bnttonwood street. Bail in the sum of $2,000 was famished before Judge Ehr- for a hearing before Alderman C. 0. Booth, Monday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. The crime for which Witmer must answer was the killing of Arthur B.

Miller, aged 13 years, son ot Adam G. Miller, of 1128 Buttonwood street, by running over him while driving the Union steamer in this city on February 22nd last. As is the annual custom the entire fire department was run out on that day. Ex-Mayor Albert Garrett, who was still in office, refused to give his consent ing jast such an accident, but neverthe less Chief Harry Carmany turned in an alarm from Eighth and Scull streets, Irst, however, as he says, warning Witmer with the drivers of the other companies to drive slow. When the alarm was tuned in a large crowd was assembled in the vicinity and among was young Miller, who was a cripple.

Be took np his position in front of C. M. lettering's restaurant and enjoyed the appearance of the Perse and Hook Ladder companies' apparatus as they came In rapid succession. The crowd forced its way over the street and when the Jnion apparatus, the steamer and carriage, came up the private street from Ninth street, the crowd Darted suddenly aa the steamer, -wEich was driven jy Witmer, approached. Witmer os't control of the horses which dashed on the pavement at Kettering's and Miller, who was unable to get away, was crushed under the wheels.

The boy was fatally hurt and died in Good Samaritan hospital next day. 3oroner Peters' jury found Witmer of gross negligence, although he laid the accident was unavoidable, as he steamer brakes were defective. The company refused to discharge Witmer, who has never, it is said, once expressed any regret to the family that the accident occurred. fcTWENTY YEARS AGO. Anniversary Kntertalnment.

A very attractive program has been arranged bv the committee in charge of the second anniversay celebration of Quittn- pahilla Council No. 748, Jr. 0. U. A.

M. will be given in the Sons of America mil this evening. The popular Juvenile mandolin and guitar club will give some of its finest selections and a special chorus of 25 young ladies will also take The address of welcome will be made by Wm. H. Beckford, esq.

The also includes addresses by Gen. r. P. S. Gobin, Prof.

Cyrus Boger, Geo. B. Ulrich, and others. The public and members of sister councils are cordially invited, the entertainment being intirely free. Elaborate preparations lave been made and the committee ex- pecta a grand success.

Commencement at FrederickBbnrg. The commencement exercises of Schuylkill seminary, at Fredericksburg, will begin next Sunday mornine, when Rev. Thos. L. Wentz, of Pottstown, will the baccalaureate cermon.

0n Wednesday the commencement proper will be held, when four orations, two and two recitations will be given, lesides selections of music by an orchestra. Thos. H. Matterness, of this city, will deliver an oration on "Lessons rom the Roentgen Ray." Prof. Thos.

S. Stein is principal of the seminary. Camping at Blndnagle's. Sherman Harmes, clerk in TJ. M.

Schools' grocery store, North Ninth street, spent Wednesday evening at Bindnagle's, where he' was the guest of Messrs. Philip Light, Harry Miller and lharles Brooks, who are camping there Seventh Annual Com- This Morning. A LARGE AUDIENCE WAS PfiESENT InclniUne a Number of Friends and and Appropriate of the Orations Delivered Degrees Conferred. A bright and cheerful morning caused a large crowd of parents and friends of the graduates of Lebanon Valley college to assemble in the college chapel to witness the 27th annual commencement exercises. Among the number were seen also a large quota of the alumni, back on a visit to their alma mater.

The chapel was handsomely decorated, potted plants, with their gay leaves, adorning either side of the rostrum. The Perseverance orchestra, ol Lebanon, was present and interspersed the program with enlivening music. At the'appointed hour of 9, the class of '96, to the music of the orchestra, marched to the rostrum and seated themselves at the right. According to the custom of the college they were attired in cap and gown. The charming ladies, in fair costumes, the sprinkling of learned divines, together with the attendance of the undereradu- ates, made an inspiring scene lot the anxious graduates to behold.

After a few words of greeting, by Pres. Bierman, Rev. Mumma, of Annville, led in prayer. "The Opening Gates of the Twentieth Century" was the subject of an oration well delivered by Miss Ella N. Black, of Annville.

She spoke of nature and revelation as the two inlallible books that reveal the progress of the past and the hopes of the future. Advancement in medicine, the invention of the telescope, the use of steam have caused unparalleled progress. International arbitration, the rise of colleges, the founding of hospitals, the elevation of woman are marks of the present century. She prophesied the abandonment of the mail service for the telegraph, the cars for the airships, the doing away of factories by the use of electricity, the rum traffic destroyed, the power of church hierarchies destroyed as the twentieth century advances. Sheridan Garman, of Sberuiansdale, spoke on "Criminality." He defined the different kinds of criminals.

The cause of it lies not in inherent qualities but in immediate surroundings. A remote cause is the failure of our authorities in not educating the youths of our land in the principles of honesty and virtue. Our ships are quarantined but our youths are furnished shiploads of immoral literature. "National Jealousy" was the subject chosen by H. H.

Heberly, of York, Pa, "Scarce, indeed, are individuals who are free from jealousy. When sixty million hearts beat in unison and have infused in them the spirit of jealousy we can see the results of national jealousy. Rome's fate was caused by her jealousy over Carthage. England's jealousy over her American colonies resulted in the revolt of these colonies and the establishment of a separate government." Miss Bertha Mumma, of Annville, spoke on "Ideal Education." She defined the term education and in glowing language described the. importance of high ideals in education.

She held that education should be as complete as possible, beginning in the cradle, but tbe training of the intellect should not only be thorough but also symmetrical. Education looks also to physical and moral development. An evil minded educated, man is more to be feared than an evil minded ignorant man. C. H.

Sleichter, of Scotland, next spoke on "Reform in the Treatment of Animals." He traced the history of this important movement in the past and of the principals underlying it. "The New South" was the ably treated subject of Miss Estelle Stehman, of Mountville, Pa. She related the conditions of the south before and during the war and traced its reconstruction to the present time She maintained that the present success of the south is due to the attention given to educational and industrial affairs. Alex Jenkins, of Mt. Carmel, chose for his theme, "Pulpit and Politics." "All great movements," he said, "arise from calm deliberation.

The power ot the pulpit has never waned although passing through numerous crises. Shall the pnlmt circumscribe its power to religious interests? Politics should mean the lookipg after of co'mmon interests and such politics God has always prospered." The speaker treated the subject with oratorical eflect and discussed it in fullest detail. President Bierman then conferred the following degrees: Bachelor of Arts, J. Alex Jenkins; bachelor of science, Ella N. Black, S.

Garman, H. H. Heberly, Bertha Mumma, C. H. Sleichter, Estelle who are camping there ua oavo tho hnvQ Stehman; master of arts.

Key, W. tt. nc waya me are imv- Jno. a 111 Mer 93S- ing a delightful Washin 111 'w Ph.D., Glossbrenner W. Fishing is one of their chief sports.

to be Blown. When the news of the nomination of William McKinley as the Republican candidate for president is received in this city the whistle at the Edison illuminating company's plant will be blown in honor of the great event. A movement is on foot to have other industries blow the whistles at tbe same time. J. Delivered a Load of Hay.

Dieffenbach, Crosskill Mills, Berks county, delivered a load of hay to person in this city. Hay at present is elling for from $10 to $18" per ton, according to quality. The Modern Beauty Thrives on good food and sunshine, with plenty of exercise in the open air. Her form glows wifli health and her face blooms with its beauty. If her system needa the cleansing action of a laxative remedy, she uses the gentle and pleasant Syrup of Figs.

Made by the California Fig Syrup Company. 'I was troubled with that dreadful disease called dropsy; swollen from head to foot. Burdock Blood Bitters has completely cured me. It is a most wonderful medicine." Ont Joseph Herick, Linwood, $2.50 We want to shoe every in Lebanon. Probably you have been paying more elsewhere for a poorer made shoe.

Styles are slighted "in making. Next pair try ours. Meyer, Hanger, of Washington; D. Chas. Rhoada, of Philadelphia.

This evening the class of '96 will give a reception in the Ladies' hall. CHAIRMAN FERTIG. A Faithful and Efficient Officer Who Should be Re-elected This Tear. J. R.

Fertig, clerk of the orphans' court, at present chairman of the Republican county committee.is a candidate for re-election, at 'the next meeting of the committee. Chairman Fertig has been a faithful afad efficient officer and did excellent wfork in the last campaign. This being thifi presidential year, when the full vote sEomorbe brought out, it would be well if the committee would elect a chairman who has had experience besides the ether qualifications necessary, and Chairman Fertig should have little trouble in securing the election. Indeed, we believe the can do no betr ter than to elect him unanimously, so that he can get at once get to work in preparing for tbe forthcoming campaign. FUNERALS- SAMUEL COVER.

All that mortal 'of Samuel Cover, late of 123 North Eighth street, was interred this afternoon in ML Lebanon cemetery The funeral was held from the house at 1:30 o'clock and services were held in Salem Ev. Lutheran church, Rev B. W. Schmank officiating. There a a large attendance.

Funeral directo W. H. Steiner was in charge. WM. CASPER.

The funeral of Wm. Casper, late of 321 South Sixth street, was held this morn- ine from the house. Services and interment took place at Henry's meeting house, near Deny. Funeral director Thompson was in charge. A Desree for Prof.

J. B. Eaenweln. At the Lafayette college commence" ary deeree of A. M.

was conferred'hpon Prof. J. Berg Esenwein, principal of the Albright collegiate m- Myerstown, Pa. Lucy Lord'was a passenger to Harrisbnrg this morning. One dose of Dr.

Fowler's Ext. of "Wild Strawberry will check any case of diarrhoea if jaken at the start. Bart THREE ON ONE Gentlemen Who Will Celebrate ThairJ tlay Anniversary Next SondajR; "William C. Fanber and Burgner at stated periods preaching at the Widows' ths city, on Sunday afternoons. It happe that next Sunday.

June 21, is the day I Mr. Fauber to hold services there; but came to the minds of Mr. Fanbera Mr. Burgner during this week that Sunday is the birthday of both and they have concluded to hold a joint i at 2 o'clock. Mr.

Fanber will speak in the and Mr. Burgner in the English languaee and there will be good singing. ''ASteeM these arrangements had been made was discovered that the Deputy Postmaster Jacob comes ou June 21 and he has been i to be present at the meeting. Ifr prevents he will attend and it is that he will make a short address in English language. The services will be public and; eve body is invited to be present.

They i be interesting and profitable and there are others who can join the tritf hi ceiebratirg their birthday on that and in a manner that will be and agreeable. The Bncknell Seml-CentennlaJ. The next commencement of university, whicli takes place June the fiftieth anniversary of tbe founding; of the institntion. In order that the casion may be appropriately and that the setni-tennial may become avjj prominent part in the history of the versity, large efforts have been put for! to make the occasion one of great terest to all the friends of the nniverai The college graduating class this yearf numbers 35 members. The from the Institute school of music nrim-SS ber 20.

Large classes usually large commencement. The large iraduating this year and the ment being the half-way mark in university's century will attract a larggjs crowd here next June. SOCIETYJEVENTS. CELEBRATED HER BIRTHDAY. Mrs.

Kate Ely Reinoehl, residing; 432 Spruce street, Tuesday evening: the Wth anniversary of her brrthifi Lady friends to the number of 52, majority of whftn were of mite societies of Salem and Trinity ran present oehl received cordial and hearty rntulations from her many friends wh she gratefully acknowledged. Vocaili 'nstrumental music was members of both, societies. Prior departure of tbe gneata they were itiyi to the dining room, where a bount collation bad been prepared and served fine style which was greatly enj' all. Many neat compliments mid Mrs. Reinoehl, who is a woman inesocial and intellectual wishes that many similar occasional )e enjoyed were expressed.

Interesting Uinnte Book. William T. Frantz basin hisf a rainate book of the Patriotic On Junior Sons of America, now know as the Sons of America, which canTl inspected by members of all The minutes are for the years-. 18601 1S03 and contain interesting facts of th meetings at that time. A Xew Stand.

Arthur Laner, tbe well known-news joy has erected a boot black stand, the basement of the United States hi and is ready to attend to the-wants a his friends: Arthur states ne will give only first-class shines. Fine Singing and Addresses ia 3. Offl Hall tonight Hundreds of precious little ones OW lives to Dr. Eclectric sovereign cure for croup and a other throat or lung diseases. WANTED.

ips $80.00 A WJtmtXtsJSS sure to workers. New Its ner. Every family needs it Sells atsfe HOUSEHOLD SPECIALTY 13 Cincinnati, Ohio. 25w MAN IN EACH fur one year to hire and saperiruenct- agents. $85 a month.

State ate, and references. Enclose S'amp. "THICi Hill BARD 103 Filbert Street. Philader-Sj phia. Pa.

FOR SALE. CLOSE AN ACCOtTNTVS, at once wn offer a few shares of seoclc: a large Manafnctory. Afirstcl for a few nundred dollars and ply to ORRENT. alley, four rooms sion given at once. Apply NQ.

743 WAtKK ith Mtcben. jqnS-tf AVID P. WISE 73) OR southwest corner Ninth streetB, thia city. U'he property will in the whole or in parts. A lam stalio oa rear ot lot.

Possession given at once. Wf 812 tf SXBEKI RENT-TUB AND floor above Uoldren'a miMiiiware loplyto rteclS-tf or BOBT. am. OR KENT OR FH erty. No.

3T9 street Is "offer- i-S ed for rent or sale. ten moauZ'-f Steam and eas. Lot extends to Partridge av- enue. Terms very reasonable- Apply address D. F.

HBOBXB, marSOtf. 45 BOOM; for store or photograph gallery, 1 Ninth street. Also, store room. No. South Ninth street, now occupied bjjTMMu.

and a room, 20 by 30, floor of the same boildlne. A ar6-M 24 sunth Ninth OIL RENT. MISH dfjAu VAICDS and FOUNDRY, nnd Willow streets, Lebanon, Pa. Best tied Coal Yards in tbe City. Apply to C.

H. KLL1JNGL marll-tf Attorney for DOR BENT-TWO-STORY HOUSE AND two-story kitchen attached, No. 1508 street. Cheap rent. Apply to -p.

J. KKEIDER, Commissioners' Office. 23tf MISCELLANEOUS LECTION AD.TO. annual meeting of the stockholders tue LEBANON MARKET HOUSE and ao election for twelve dir willbeheldattheofflce ot the Company, 812 Willow street. Lebanon, June tfilHi, at o'clock, a.m.

Jane J.M.SHKNK, President. J. HESKY 3IIU.KK, Secretary. janH-td EAL mentstnreal estate in all carts o' Satisfaction 'Guarar MARTHA R. HEILR 33 S.

7th LJARVEY HAUER. ARCHITE.CT2" BUlElKi.