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the: altoona timeis PAQB TEN Wednesday, May 25, 19 1U Lakemont Park Opens Saturday Rural Lines Are Merged By Bell Importers of Linens, Laces, Hosiery, etc. Memorial Day is Near Holy Holiday Gradually Increasing Sentiment Among the General Public That Spirit of Reverence Should Mark Day 's Observance POPULAlR RESORT HAS TAKEN ON NEW AND PRETTY OATFTSH, NEWKY AND POPLAR RUN PHONES SUBSCRIBERS ARE ORGANIZED. the ranilr8 of those to whom Memorial Day is a holy day, rather adopted the pmn tr Inviting soma veteran to take part in the exercises, making a patriotic uddress to Mio children. Later the veterans took the matter up themselves nnd fhi. than a mere holiday, becoming thin A Timely Sale Of Umbrellas $1.25 to $2 Umbrellas at 96c and $1.16.

Values Made Possible By. a Manufacturer's Sacrifice. The sale of umbrellas that we announced a month ago was such a splen A Territory that heretofore has been wluhout outsidle telephone connections has been added to the Bell telephone there seems to be a gradually park" opens for the season' of 1910 on Saiturday. The park has token on a newer andl prettier appearanceV is more inviting i and Waautiful and will be conducted this season along lines that will furnish increasing sentiment among the general public that the day on which ieunv wraiin the past three weeks tlhree rural linep been organized' into the HollidayBbursr exchange. The first of the rural lines to nr- the naticn's soldier dead are honored shall be marked more with the spirit the people with enjoyment and rtLlhe service wae thn jot reverence than with frolic- and which had1 Six iviunlttv pleasure throughout the summier sea did success that we busied ourselves to find if it would be possible to pick up more umbrellas under the same conditions.

then Newry's line was merged with i ear the Grand Army posts of th9 city assigned a delegation of veterans to attend and take part in the Memorial Day exercises. This year a large chorus of schocl children will take part in the public memorial exercises, this being an attractive and pretty feature of the? program; another step toward instilling into the young mind the remem-i ranee of the patriotism of the boya of '61 is to give them an active part son. The Central Pennsylvania Amuse lis six subscribers, and Popular Run, with nine tellephoneB. wa. ment coinpa-ny, during the spring We were fortunate in finding a Manufacturer wlio was willing to lei us nave' hie surplus stock has had a force of men em the fold yesterday.

Thte Bell in order to relieve the congested- condi.tinna o.f rh. ployed at Lakemont park beautifying at reductions big enough to us to give our customers just as interesting values, as we have had offered during the other sale. tne grounds, exttending the lawns, clearing ooit the underbrus'h and ex Mnes ibebween this city and Hollidays-burg- is etttblihmir l.mi in distributing the flowers and fiaa The umibrel'l as we secured are standard in every respect, both as regards the quality and wcrk- or the graves of the old heroes. tending teh picnic grounds, painting all buildings and putting alt the m'ajit-hip. The styles are also the latest, as the umbrellas were nindo up for pnngB business; many of our local patriotic orators circuits, which, when completed, wiia place ten circuits at the disposal of thte company's patrons.

An improve amusements in firs class" condition. year become more apparent, an-i those who take part with the "few remaining veterans do so with a much more becoming and reverend spirit than formerly. Another feature of Memorial Day that is each year becrming more and more noticeable is the tendency to int'itll into the minds of the children a proper veneration and regard for the day, and to give the youn.j people prominent places in any exercises that may be held in celebration of it. Some yars age the custom of holding Memorial Day exercises in the public schools was inaugurated. At first the exercises were participated in only by the pupils and members of the faculty, the program con- The "Leap-the-Dips," an exitension ment in the service to Tviwne Is alar.

will have a chance to beforff the children of the schools, 'halving been assigned to -'the- different buildings by the two Grand Army posts and improvement on the "Figure 8. hence the handles are just wna-t you wouia expect to tintl on uniibrenas tnat were to ue soia in trie uhu.hI way at regular prhes. i OTie lot includes uTiiIbrellas suited for both ladies and men, all being, made with best Paragon frames, steel roils and covens that are guaranteed strietW fast color and rain proof. We will oli'er wilt one of the rniost pleasing and under contemplation, as plans are foirmtulating for itwo additinni otr-. enjoya.ble amiusements at the park cuite to that town.

tnis summer. Workmen have so of the city; each speaker will He accompanied by one or more of the veterans from these two posts, who will In the central office of the com two lots of these welil made umbrellas today at these special prices: v. changed it that a trip in one of the pany on Thirteenth sif-re'et. nbnv comfontaible cars will not satisfy, iits have something to say bearing Eleventh avenue, the spirit of pro Lot Number 2, Ladles' and men's 26 and Lot Number 1. 26 and 28-inch Tumlbrellas, witlh exhilerating pleasure being a real win on the significance of the celebration ner.

The "Chute." alsio has been gress is also manifest, for splendid banking counters and, Improved. of the day. It is estimated that over five hundred children of the. public schools will aid in the exercises held on Monday, May 30, nave loeen installed) therein. These The pa.rk manae'ement for tihe com ris-ting of patriotic essays, recitations ond music.

A little later the school ianer improvements rendler the Belil's ing summer has secured Quintano's military band, coimposed of tiwentv onice one of the most hi1hIa modern In the city. talented soloists and musicians. It is 28-iJich umbrellas, -with Paragon frames, best Bteel rods and either fancy or plain mission handled. The lot Includes plenty of handles in the long effects, "especially suited d1 or ladieis. These a.re in gold and pearl as well as horn and a.re amiong ctlhe very newest styles.

The covers are extra fine. Amterlcan taffeta cloth, fast black and rain proof. a bandi with a ervuhntiion and will otther ladles' or men's handles. Paragon frames, ericas taffeta, covers, with tape edg'e. Made with Ibesf an6? fitted w1h a fine assortment of handles.

There are 300 umfbreMas In the lot and every one Is guaranteed; to ibe perfect in every respect. Regular $1.25 and $1.50 render daily: concerts, 'both afternoon Sanitary Drinking aim evening. Teh Drocram twill In. I used to advantage at home. The only reason for installing cent-in-the-slot machines in the corridors at the; public fountains is that the privilege of free machines would be abused.

RECENT WEDDINGS HEWITT JARRARD. At the home of the hrirte. 15(1 v.act chide both classical and popular aira 'ine theatre will open for the season on Monday, June 13. Th Haito Usual $1.50 to $2 values Stock company iha been engaged for Cup for the State Willow avenue, at 8.30 o'clock by the tne season and will present a num- UraWbaUgh. i najatnr nf $1.16 special for this sale Der or the more PODHilar diramna nf the Fourth Lutheran chnrrh lift.

values special for C(r tne ay. Pertorrnancles iwdlil ibe Riven Wilbur E. Hewitt. of the United this sale. First floor, 'West.

HEALTH COMMISSIONER DIXON States navy, and Miss Ren.trino, iiigimiy. Beginning at 8.15 o'clock, with matinees on Wednesdeivc oa.iuraa.ys. wins out in ins LO FIGHT AT CAPITOL. Jarrard, daughter of Henry C. Jar-rard, were united in marriage in the presence of relatives, friends and a few specially invited guests.

Promot- THE DEATH RECORD ly at the appointed hour a beautiful wedding march was begun by Miss with a. maximum price for the cups of $6 per thousand, it is probable that competitive bidnVing will result in the state getting the vessels for not more than half a cent each. If any means presented itself, therefore, of selling the cups for less than a cent apiece, the scheme would be but as is the state is likely to double its money on the pubic machines. Commissioner of Heath Dixon 'Is highly elated at the idea of providing the sanitary cups in the state house, in addition to the pcasure he experiences in watching the gradual adoption of the idea all over the country and consequui itduct'o-v uf tul.ci ct losis, infec'i'i PERSONAL AND SOCIAL Ouve Printzenhoff, of Harleton, mi. inrxcr.

nrrmmn HARRISBURG, May 26. Pennsylvania is at last to recognize officially the campaign of State Commissioner of Health Samuel G. Dlxjn against the filthy public uiunciiman from the Eiehth and the wedding procession entered the spacious parlors. Miss Henri and for many years a well known contractor, a.t his homp. ma us a.

etta darrard, of Berwick, ted the tup. precession scattering flowers in pro- Wednesday Hosiery Special. Ladies' 29c Gauze Cotton Hose For 9c, Today's hosiery special will fee of interest to those women who want thin stockings at a moderate price. To give tlNem additional -wearing qualities they are made with, double heels and toes, and finished with, a ganter top. They are end avenue, at 12.45 o'clock yesterday afternoon; of heart trouble.

Mr. In the annual schedule for Bim'- fcion. Then followed the attendants which, has just been issued to ri; the persons of Mrs. J. O.

Freet, Don't Miss The Airships. Professor Dare has on view a replica of the air machine, In which Count Delesseps crossed tWe English channel on Saturday. 1 There aire also cmodels of all other air machines that have attracted attention within the past ten years. The exhibit is free and we urg'e all who can possibly so to come and see and learn aibout the new 'ibiirdS of the Second floor. i-aricer nad been' afflicted with this l'tospeotuve bidders, the board of irouDie tor many months, althnne-h matron of, honor, and Mr.

J. O. public grounds and buildings ask his condition up until a fe (lavs rn Freet, as best man, and the bride proposals for furnishing cup-vending was not regarded as critical. He was born in Huntingdon groom. The bridal party took its sition in the midst of a profusion palms and fern.

The beautiful l-iachines and paraffine paper cups, in addition To several other items of varied character. cn September .18, 1848, and early in l'fe learned the carpenter trade with ing service of the Lutheran Mr. John Carney, former license Credit' for the innovation which was used. The bride is a talented his uncle, John Stonerod, lof Bir tiix officer of Altoona, and Owen fast Jiiack, absolutely stainless anil eveu better quality than is usually sold at 29c a pair. We will offer themi ep'ecial for 1 Wednesday only, A 7V First floor, west.

will be witnessed. 'at the state house Weakland, also formerly of this citv, mingham. He came to this city about thirty-five years ago-and entered into nd esteemed young lady of the Sev-nth ward, while Mr. Heytt comes from one of the oldest and most re partnership with his brother, D. E.

barker, and' late John G. Kline, later being senior member of the mm of Parker Brothers, contractors spected families of Blair cVinty. He is attached to the U. S. S.

Connecticut which is now laying in the as soon after the contracts are let next month as Is possible, is 'directly due to Commissioner Dixon. In ad-d tion to denouncing the public drinking cup in season and out of st ason, whenever and wherever possible, for years, Dr. Dixon has been urging the adoption of the sanitary cup about the capitol. The cups could not be provided and builders, of Juniata, navy yard undergoing re For many years he was one of the pairs and' improvements. HOUSES ARE UNROOFED, leading members of the First Church of God of thia His neighbors ly common consent elected him.

to common council in. 1900, where he Storm Inutil ow, howe'ver, because neither PottsvilleV Worst Electrical but both of Homestead now, are visiting friends here. Dr. R. W.

McDowell, lieutenant surgeon 0f the flagship Connecticut, arrived home last nitfht to spend part pf his furlough his parents at 26 Washington avenue. Mrs. Simon Small, of 413 Third nvelue, and Mrs. Mershhergcr left for Grand Rapids, Monday evening upon receipt of a telegram from Small's daughter that Tier hus-I and, H. G.

Hershberger, was lying ct the point of death at that p'ace. Dr. R. W. McDowell, lieutenant surgeon of the flagship Connecticut, arrived home last night to spend part of his furlough with Ms parents, at 12G Washington avenue.

Ixigan lodge No, 79, Knights ot served one term. Rages for Nearly Three Hours. POTTSV1LLE, May 24. The orst rain and electric storm in the Thirty-seven years ago he was ited in marriage to Miss Kate Hostler, who survives him, as do two sons1, memory of 'ibe oldest establisHrment, visited this town and viciinity, tonight, and raged for nearly three hours, causing many thousand dollars deimage to property. Houses werte unroofed, cellars in they nor the machines were in, the and neither Gov.

Edwin B. Stuart nor his cclleagues on the board of grounds and buildings at the time- Auditor General Robert K. Young and State Treasurer John O. Sheatz could satisfy themselves that the matter was strictly an "emergency" or a "contingency" which would justify the ultilxation 0f the contingent fund to P' for them. Two Types of Cups.

Two varities of machines are noted Wednesday Millinery Special Trimmed Turbans and Hats at $4.98. Today's special feature in the millinery section consists of an offering of turbans in large and small sizes, also hats in medium and large undated and trolley roads partly wash Pythias, will celebrate -their fonty- ed out. Passenger trains on steam railroads were three hours late and secoJid anniv'erasry of the founding of the local chapter, on Thursday electric light, telephone and telegraph service was ruined. in the schedule. One is a public vending machine from which any one athirst can get a sanitary cup for Harry of this city and Jesse, of Jun-liita.

He is survived by the following brothers and sisters: D. K. cmd1 Oliver, of Juniata, Albert and Mrs. Annie Slates, of Mapleton, Mrs. Mary Comstoclc and SLjatirf.i Smith, of Altoona.

The late William Parker. was also a brother. The funeral will take place Friday afternoon at 2.30 from the Church of God, corner of Fifth avenue and Thirteenth street, interment in Rose Hill. The remains can be viewed Thursday evening from 7 to Friday morning from 9 until 10. William Metxeninaclier, at 5.30 yesterday morning of paralysis, at his homej 1122 Sixteenth avenue.

He had been ailing for some weeks and by reason of his infirmity had fallen in the street several times, but his end came unexpectedly. He was born in Germany, February 16, 1847, and came to America thirty years ago, a cent. ine omer is a Himimi- machine, which will distribute the cups free of cost. The cent-in-the-slot is to be installed in the corridors ad- Knights Templar in Great Parade $4.98 sizes, all in the newest mid-summer shapes, at the very special price of fecent the public fountains; tne night. Elaborate arrangements have been made by a special committee lni selecting appropriate ex'ercises fori the celebration.

A short session ofl the lodge will ibe held prior to the carrying out of the program; which will consist of vocal and instrumental music. Miss Hoover's orchestra will furnish music for th'o dance, from 9 until 12 o'clock. A short intermission will be given at 10 o'clock, lunch will be served. If you read the Alboon-a Times you read the best paper in Altoona. PRACTICALLY EVERY OOMMAN free vending machines ar to be placed in the departments for the use of the employes.

The cups in each will be of the same make, shaped like an ordinary table tumb'er. Thfl schedule sets-, forth 15 machines of each type as the "estimated quantity" which will be required but it is probable that more than that cumber will have to be purchased, especially of the free vending ma-1 chines for department use; such a DRY IN PENNSYLVANIA IS REPRESENTED AT LANCASTER. settling in Altoona, where he naa been employed as a mechanical by the Pennsylvania Railroad Children's Hats for $1.98. Another Weilnesd'ay special will be a lot of beautiful, fjfce Milan hots for children, which we will cffer for the one tf i no day only at vj.yO They are imaao with a slightly rolled brim, trimnwd with mbbon scarfs in assorted col-kvrs, ad as wehave just received ithem they represent t'Wevery latest stylea i-a children's head wear. yAeaX $3.98 value.

Second Poor. The (inn-bans are made of fancy braids, trimmed with flow era and aigrettes. The hats are in sailor effects, as well as with rolled idges; trimmed; with large ribboa bows, set bows and clusters of flowers. Both the turbans and "hats are in attarc-tive styles, well suited for mid-summer wear, and at the prices at which they will be marked today represent extraordinary value indeed. There aire hats in the lot, the former prices efl which, ranged from $5.98 to $9.98.

lloff BroZ company, lie was twice maiiicu, drst wife having died about eight years ago. His sole surviving rela LANCASTER, May 24. Prac-tvally every commandeiry in Penn-sylviania was represlented today in the quantity will not begin to be sufficient tives are his wife and one sister Knig.hits Templar parade. The famous Germany. He was an aanerani Tetique -bandi of Williamspont, in full the Lutheran faith and the iuneri Templar uniform, attracted great attention, and it was enthusiastically will take place at his late res.uB.i JVEVK STORE 1110-12 Sixteenth Street ut 2.30 Thursday afternoon.

Private i.iterment in Fairview cemetery. cheered by the great mrintliitudte. III The first 'business session of the 3lrs. Fannie Olive Laver, wire 0i the, deptartnients. The cent-in-the-slot machines must cost not more than $16 each, that being the maximum price in the schedule; the maximum price for the free machines, which are less coplicated, is $12.50.

The maxum price for die cups is $6 per 1,010, and 5,000 is set forth as the "estimated quantity." It will not surprising if installation of the sanitary cup machines results in a direct saving tc the state. Just at present the state expends a lot of horri cash each year for drinking fifty-seventh conclave of the grand nalvin Laver. suddenly, yewBiuj commandery was held this afternoon. morning, at their heme near Royer. Mayor MoOlain, at the first s'ession The deceased was a daughter oi of the grand commandery ithia after noon, welcomied the visiting knights.

TRAIN MEW INJURED. diew and Susan Detwner anu born In Morrison's Cove in May 1883. Uesides the and infant son L. S. Smith, of Pittsburg, a past grand commander, replied to the ad the deceased leaves ner parents au Allooim Flag inn and Brakcman Hurt in Harrisburg Yawls.

A slight accident occurred in the dress and for the visiting knigtlhs thanked the mayor and citizens of glasses, althougn eupennieuaci Ui one brother ana imce Public Grounds and Buildings Special Chase and Saubourn's Coffee, Received Weekly. Fresh Vegetables, Received Daily. Both Phones mourn her death. The deceased fl R. Rambo Js unapie to say mnmber of the Lutheran cnurcn Lancaster for the great reception given.

At this afternoon's executive Session the amounts Is. It may be anywhere aild'the remains will be taken from 'B ARGAINS" STOP PAYING RENT! Buy one of my city lots that have WATER, SEWEK, EUOCTRIC LKiHT, STREET CAB SEKVICB and aite close to SCHOOD ANDCHUHCH TO CAR SHOPS AND JUNIATA SHOPS. These LOTS are on SPRUCE, BEECH, MAPLE, PIKE, OAK, and HIGH Avenues, east of Fourth etreet, and sell from $150 to $250 each PAYMENTS. The old saying, "The early (bird gets the So it is with these lots, "Thte early BUYER gets the best?" Coine to my office and see Jiow EASY I can make it for you to have a lot you can call your own. from $200 to $500.

the Laver home this morning at Harrisburg yards, yesterday miorning, two local railroaders 'being slightly injured. A caboose was turned over, jolting the occupants aibout rather rougihly. When the accident occurred, Flag of the Grand Commandery reports of Drinking glasses for tne cornuuia to the Morrison's Cove Jum- -rt T7- TT Tlnl- alone cost about $3 per montn, one officers was presented and will be cted upon at tomorrow morning's ses eran cnurcn, wnere singer of the jairview church will conduct appropriate ser- sion, prior ito thte election of officers. ITCniNG PILES. ices, at the conclusion of wnicn me gross being tne every thirty days to keep, the fountains supplied.

This is due to thievery more than to breakage, although loss from the latter is not inconsider- remains will be buried in a nearoj man J. I. Seiders, T'esiding at 406 Fifth avenue, this city, was badly hurt, sustaining contusions of the left side of the chest and abrasions of the right knee, He was treated by a convpany surgeon at Harrisiburg and later Obrought to Ihis home here on cemetery. Real Estate Loans CENTRAL TRUST BUILDING. Ball Phono CHAS.W ECKENLAUB Most Severe Cases Relieved In One Minute by the Tobacco Cure.

To cure piles, two things are neces Death of a Paul, infant son of Luke and Mar Where Water Drinking water in the caP' garet Murphy Flanlgan, uiea hi i o'clock Monday evening at the home sary, the cause must be removed and curative treatment must be used. train 47, at 11 o'clock. piped throughout tne from a central cooior In the many different forms of Brakeman C. A. Clingei', residing at 1312 Tenth Street, was also slightly PROTEST WAS IN VAIN.

piltes, bleeding, itching or protruding. )I the parents, at Ashville, of pneumonia. The funeral will take place at 10 o'clock this morning. In- terment in St. Thomas cemetery.

I The funeral ct Mrs. Virginia Dud- Pile-its-, tihe tobacco cure, will give each fountain being -two glasses. From these glasses, the board of public grounds and buildings, under the system of real com hurt, lie sustaining abrasions of the left knee, dinger had his injuries dressed a physician and. was then quick relief and cure. And with each 80 cent package of Pile-its sold by H.

W. Turner is given simple direc ble to continue on with his crew. petitive bidding Instituted Dy tne Stuart-Yonng-Shtitz administration, pays 25 cents per dozen; the glass Is BISHOP ASSIGNS PRIEST. Rt. Rev.

Bishop Sugene A. Garvey, tions for remioving the cause of piles Bo that those who use thin remedy can get a complete and lasting cure. Get a 50 cent package of Pile-its DAVID ICE CREAM Opening Day, June 4 At 331 sixlH Avenue. Tree Ice Cream for Customer! Ice Cream. All Flavors, Reduced to 20c a Quart factory: 701-03 Twelfth Street BELL PHONE 313 lty Fletcher will be held this afternoon, in the auditorium of the First Methodist Episcopal church.

Her body will lie in state a short time before the service, which begins at 3 t. 'clock. All persons can view the lody as they enter the church. a "second" ot a mane wuu.u cost about five cents each at retail. About twelve dozen per month are required to supply the corridors.

of the Altoona diocese has designated Rev. John M. Codorl, of Lock Haven, to succeed the krte Rev. Denis ash today and start your cure at once. A SUIT TO SUIT YOU.

If every man in Altocna knew -what fine suits E. F. Miller makes fo-order, they would not wear ready made, as he makes them to measure nnd to fit at the same prises as ready made. 1500 styles to select from. 1508 1-2 Eleventh avenue.

THE HIGn COST OF LIVING. Increases the price of many necessities without Improving the quality. Foley's Honey and Tar maintains its high standard of excellence and Its great curative qualities without any increase in cost. It is the best remedy lor coughs, colds, croup, whooping cough and all ailments of the throat, thest and lungs. The genuine Is in a yellow package.

Refuse substitutes. JL. A. Gartland, Davis Druggist. You run no risk of throwing away Jeffries-Johnson Fight Permit is Granted While Ministers Oppose.

BAN FRANCISCO, May 24. The police commission of teh Board of Supervisors, today recommiended that a permit ibe granted itbto Broadway Athletic club, to hold a boxing: contest in this city on July 4. Representatives of the Church Federation were present end proftestted against the recommendation. The Jeffries-Jo'hnson fight will be held under the auspices of thte Broadway Athletic club. The ladies' auxiliary of the Ancient Order Hibernians will hold a euchre, Friday evening, in the BTar County Title and Trust company building.

Virtually all or tne man as rtector of St. Columbia's yvi-ur jiiuney, i or tne Treatment aoes not do all that is claimed for it, department drinking Catholic churcfc, at JoHinstown. Father Oodorl will take charge of the parish money will be refunded. breaKage, om. Sunday, June 5.

Owners of Automobiles, Tate Notice. Also of other vehicles, that the Memorial Day committee Will consider it an act of patriotism on the part of those who will haul veterans in the Memorial Day parade. Please address J. F. Stouffer, 803 Lexington avenue, as early as possible, statin how many joii can ateomm jd it, Mr.

Frank Kolloy, of Eighth ave KiimbO 19 aumoruy ior the this does not hold good in the corridors. He says the glasses disappear by the score, either because the purloiner wants a souvenir of the rnitol or iust because he or she nue and Sixteenth tsreet, left for Mc- Baby won't suffer five minutes with roup if you apply Dr. Thomas' Eclec-tric Oil at once, it acts like magic. If yon read the AFtoona Times yom the best paper in Altoona. Veytown yesterday where hie will spend several days with, friends and relatives.

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