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I 8 THE SCR ANTON REPUBLICAN. SATURDAY, JANUARY 10, 1903. NEWS OF THE WEST SIDE. Programme of St. Patrick's Day Eisteddfod.

Special Meetings at Embury Church. ALL AFTER FAT OFFICE Following is the programme of the eisteddfod that will be held under the auspices of the Sons of Cambria of this side on March 1. St. Patrick's day: 1. For mixed voices of nst less than in number, "The Last Rose" (Jamie Lloyd), $100.

2. For male party not less than 16 in number, "The Song of the AVoodcutters" (D. Protheroe), $40. 3. Duet, tenor and bass, 'The Banner of the Free" (D.

D. Parry), $8. 4. Soprano solo, "Beneath the Old Yew Tree" (D. Pughe Evans), 5.

.5. Alto solo, "The City Celestial," by J. Eliot Trowbridge, $5. 6. Tenor "Forth to Battle" (John Henry), $5.

7. Baritone solo, "A Voice from the Wreck (Joseph. Parry), $5. 8. Soprano solo, for boys apd girls, "I Love to Tell the story," gospel hymns: first prize, second prize, $1.

9. Solo for girls under 1C years of age, "I am Praying for You," gospel hymns; first prize, second prize, $1. 10. Beading music on sight for a quartet, $4. Literature.

11. A. poem In commemoration of the late Mrs. William Connell; prize, oak chair. 12.

Song and chorus, "Sons of Cambria," three verses; prize, $0. J3. Englyn President Theodore Roosevelt; prize, $2. 14. Essay, "Are Trusts Beneficial or Detrimental for the Benefit of the prize, $10.

15. Impromptu speech, JF1. 1(. Impromptu reading, 2. 17.

Recitation for men, "The Last Morning;" prize, IS. Recitation for females over 16 years of age, "The Beautiful Snow;" prize, $5. 19. Recitation for children under 1G years of age, "An Universal Prayer," Eureka Recitation Book No. first prize, second prize, $1.

All the above, as far as possible, must be in the Welsh language. Evan L. Evans, corresponding secretary, 412 Thirteenth avenue city. Copies of all the music can be had of J. C.

Roberts, T'tica. N. and the chorus, "Last Rose," from D. O. Evans, Youngstown, Ohio.

EMBURY M. E. CHURCH. The Syracuse University Forium, speaking of Rev. Dr.

Belknap, says: "Rev. John D. Belknap, who has been engaged in evangelistic work for the past fifteen years with remarkable success, was graduated from the university with the class of "79. Previous to his entering the university he taught school, conducted musical conventions and lectured. After graduation, although receiving the appointment of principal of Arkansas Conference seminary, he went to Yale Theological seminary, during which time he was Instructor of vocal music for the Y.

M. C. A. of New Haven, Conn. Later he joined the Wyoming conference, traveling five years.

Still later he entered evangalistic work and has con ducted revivals in over 175 towns and cities throughout the United States. He has a wide reputation as an unusually gifted pulpit orator and is powerful in song as well as preaching." Dr. Belknap will assist Rev. Jarrfcs Benninger, pastor of Embury church in special meetings commencing January IS. ALL AFTER FAT OFFICE.

A vacancy has occurred In the office of alderman of the Fifth ward and police magistrate of the Second precinct through the death of Bezaleel WORTH KNOWING At This Season of the Year. Any cough accompanied by expectoration which lasts over three or four Oays, requires attention and treatment; thin does not mean a visit to the hospital, nor to your physician nor wholesale drugging with patent medicines; but it means that some simple, harmless' effective antiseptic remedy like Stuart's Catarrh Tablets should be used to ward oft any possible termination in Pneumonia, Chronic Catarrh, Bronchitis or Consumption. All of these formidable diseases start fiom common cold, neglected or allowed to run its course and it Is only the exercise of common every day caution to cure a cold as quickly as possible, not so much for what it Is at the moment, but what it may become if neglected. Perhaps no remedy is so safe, reliable and convenient to stop a cold or obstinate, cough as Stuart's Catarrh Tablets. The extract of blood root contained In them combined with the red gum of the Eucalyptus tree seem to put the mucous membrane of the nose, mouth and throat In a condition to throw off the germs of catarrh, bronchitis and consumption, and as they are taken Internally they seem to equalize the circulation and place the body In that condition of health which resists, and throws off the germs of disease.

A person In perfect health rarely rntches cold and If ne does, throws It off In a Any or two, but, where the old hntigs on, stopping up the nostrils, Irritating the throat or there Is persistent annoying cough It Is evident that the system for some reason Is un nlile to throw off the disease germs which cause the trouble; a little as Hintance Is necesnary, and this Is best given by the use of some harmless genn destroying antiseptic like Stuart's Catarrh Tablets which are also palatable and equally so for children and adults. Druggists sell these tablets at f.O rents full slxed packages, higher In price than troches and cheap cough syrups, but Stuart's Catarrh Tablets (ontnln antlneptle properties which actually cure colds, catarrh and throat nnd lung troubles while It Is a notorious fact that cough drops and cough syrups are largely composed of opium, cocaine and similar drugs that have no curative power. It Is also true that many popular liquid medicines and tonics for cafnrrh depend upon the alcohol they contain which nlve simply a temporary stimulation of no real benefit for any trouble catarrhal or otherwise. Davies, and a lively scramble is being made for the respective offices. For police magistrate.

Aldermen Owen D. John, George F. Kellow and Daniel Moses are in the field. All are familiar with the duties of the office asd have previously conducted police court. Either of the three would undoubtedly be a good appointment.

For alderman of the Fifth ward it was expected that the governor would make the appointment, and Constable Timothy Jones, who has been connected with the aldermanic courts for 10 years; Theopholis Phillips, ex president the Oxford local of the United Mine Workers of America, and John Davis, of Thirteenth street, at present a night school teacher, have gotten out petitions and each have secured a long list of names. A new phase occurred in the al dermanic case, Tuesday, when a long distance telephone message arrived from Harrisburg, stating that the governor would appoint the one securing the majority of votes at the Republican caucus, which will be held next Thursday, Jan. 15, from 4 to 8 p. at the respective polling places in the ward. Each candidate is engaged in canvassing his ward friends for their support It is understood that Constable Jones has developed great strength, but the result of the primaries next Thursday will show who is the stronger.

FRANK FORD INJURED. Frank Ford, of McNicholls court, while employed at his daily work in the Oxford colliery of the People's Coal company, Wednesday, was knocked down and run over by a mine car. He fell prostrate in the middle of the rails and fortunately the wheels of the heavy car did not run over him, but was squeezed between the car and the ground and injured internally. He was hoisted to the surface and helped to his home, where Dr. J.

J. Brennan was tiaHed in attendance. He was in a rather serious condition yesterday afternoon. FUNERAL OF MR. GALLAGHER.

Yesterday morning at 9 o'clock fun eral services were held at St. Patrick's church over Patrick Gallagher, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Gallagher, of 31G Twenty first street, who died of typhoid fever at 12 o'clock on Tuesday night, aged 15 years. There was quite a large attendance.

Rev. J. J. Dunne celebrated a requiem mass. There were a number of beautiful floral remembrances, which were borne by Henry Brown and T.

McNu'ty. The pallbearers were: Thomas Anthony McNulty, Thomas Dacey, William Patrick Cleary and John Grady. After the sen ices at the church the cortege moved to Cathedral cemetery, where interment was made. Regan was the funeral director. MRS.

BRIDGET NOONE DEAD. Mrs. Bridget Noone, of 156 South Seventh street, a wellknown resident and an aunt by marriage to Alderman James Noone, died yesterday after noon. Deceased is survived by a grown up family. The funeral arrangements have not yet been completed.

TABERXACLE CHURCH NOTES. Rev. D. P. Jnes will preach Sunday morning at 10 o'clock.

Communion after the sermon. Also in the evening Rev. D. P. Jones will occupy the pulpit.

The following hymns were sung at the tabernacle during the week of prayer, composed by the pastor; TEACH US TO PRAY. Heavenly Father let thy Help Thy people, now to pray; Teach us Lord to know Thy Promise, Come, revive us in Thy way; Make us willing, Make us willing. Every day to do Thy will. Translation of an old Welsh Hymn: IN GOD'S WORK. In Thy work havo I delighted.

In Thy work I found my peace. To Thy work I am devoted. Until life on earth shall cease; In Thy work at home in glory. After many strive and pain. Ever singing of Thy mercy.

Through the Lamb for sin was slain. The church is moving toward its annual feast, on St. David's day, which has been very poplar during past years at the above church. OFFICERS ELECTED. At a business meeting of the mem bers of the Jackson street Baptist church Thursday night the following officers were elected for 1903: Church clerk, John S.

Harris; financial secre tary, Alfred Bevan; Organist, Edward Williams; devotional organist, Esther Hughes; devotional leader, William L. Davis. A committee was appointed to nominate trustees and deacons who will be elected in the future. IN POLICE COURT. Fred Marckwick was arrested at South Main avenue and Washburn street Thursday evening by Officer Davis, Evans and McDonald, for being Intoxicated and disorderly.

He resisted stoutly and when locked up became very abusive and broke the fixtures in the cell. A hen arraigned before Magistrate Howe yesterday morning he was required to pay 12. 3 for Intoxication and 9 for breaking the fixtures. MEET TUESDAY EVENING. A regular meeting of the West Side board of trade will be held on Tuesday evening in the rooms in the Electric City Wheelmens club house.

A smoker will be held after the meeting. The special committee on the location of the new silk mills on this elfo will muke their reort. Several silk mill promoters are desirous of locating on this side and It Is hoped the Industries can be secured. FUNERAL THIS AFTERNOON. The funcrnl of Belle Noonnn, the 11 year old daughter of Mrs.

Joseph Noonnn, of 238 Tenth street, who died Thursday after suffering several months with rheumntlsm, will be held from St. Patrick's chutch this afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment will be made In Cathedral cemetery. NOTES AND PERSONALS. Officer John Thomas, who Is on day duty at the West Side police station this week, wns called to Lafayette street estrdoy afternoon to shoot a fine, large do that had been run over by a street car.

will hold a meeting In Ivorite hall this evening to discuss the vacant alder tnanlo office and transact other lm portant business. It is hoped there will be a large attendance. Mrs. Laura Reynolds, of Factory ville, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. Sue Staley, of Emmet street, has returned home.

Mr. Henry H. Jones and daughter, Annie, of 117 Morris court, have gone to Biossburg, to attend tne tunerai of a relative. Joseph E. Jones, of North Hyde Park avenue, is confined to the house with rheumatism.

Mrs. John Galiske, of 101S Jackson street is ill of bronchitis. The Republicans of the Fifth ward The West Side Republican club will hold a special meeting this evening to elect officers and transact other important business. All members are urged to attend. William Davies, of Brooklyn, N.

is visiting Mr. and Mrs. David Williams, of North Lincoln evenue. Ernest Softley, of Swetland street, has recovered from an illness. Miss Hannah Lake, of North Rebecca avenue, has returned from Carbon dale.

Mrs. George P. Friant and daughter, Hazle, of North Lincoln avenue, have returned from Portland, Richmond and Delaware where they visited friends. Mrs. Thomas Beddoe 6f North Garfield avenue, is having serious trouble with her eyes.

Miss Bertha Willick, of Lake Ariel, who has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Frank Slote, of North Lincoln avenue, has returned home. i Byron Slote, of Swetland street, has returned from Lake Ariel. The KniKhts of Maccabees met i Ivorite hall lasi evening and installed officers.

The members of Scranton tent, No. 253, were in attendance. After the regular business meeting a smoker and social was held. Miss Grace Brown, of Dorranceton, is visiting relatives on North Sumner avenue. Mrs.

John Jones, of the Archbald mines, has returned from Buffalo. James McDonald, of Jackson street, has returned from Liberty, N. Y. The Rev. Dr.

Roberts, of Wilkes Barre, will occupy the pulpit at the C. M. church, South Main avenue, at 10 a. m. tomorrow in exchange with Rev.

Hugh Davies. Benjamin Thomas, of Mullein and Washburn street, better known as the "Old Reliable," or Ben Thomas, the blacksmith, is the latest candidate for the office of alderman of the Fifth ward. St. Cecelia's T. A.

B. society met last evening in St. Paul's church. Dr. David J.

Jenkins was installed as president of the Cambro American society Thursday evening and Charles E. Daniels, vice president. Dr. Jenkins' name was unintentionally omitted in our report yesterday. John M.

Jones, of 302 Fourteenth street, who was operated upon by Dr. J. J. Roberts on Wednesday is progressing nicely. A young daughter was welcomed by Mr.

and Mrs. Jones Christmas night. Bert Beavers, of 308 South Hyde Park avenue, is seriously ill of pluro pneumonia. Miss Minnie Arms, of North Lincoln avenue, has returned from Lake Ariel. Miss Ethel Bevan, of Jackson street, has returned to Darlington seminary, West Chester, to resume her studies, which were interrupted by the holiday vacation.

Miss Elsie Mayo, of Swetland street, has recovered from an illness. Mr. and Norman Howard, of North Lincoln avenue, have returned from South Gibson and are entertaining Mrs. Resegue. Miss Helen Reese, of Chestnut street, has recovered from a few weeks' illness.

The week of prayer was observed with interest, profit and success at the Plymouth Congregational church. There was good attendance throughout. There will be special evangelistic meetings Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings next week. There will be preaching and solo singing each evening. All are' cordiahy welcome.

McKinley lodge, Shield of Honor, will install officers on Morgan's hall Friday, Jan. 16. DUNMORE. A large number of commercial friends pleasantly surprised Dan Powell, manager of the Laurel Hill store company, last evening at his home on North Blake ly street, on the occasion of his 50th birthday. The evening was pleasantly spent by the usual diversions, a dainty repast being served by the hostess.

One of the most pleasing features of the evening was the address of W. J. Shaw of Philadelphia. The address will be published in the Sunday Republican. John O'Nell and family of Elm street, who have been spending the past few weeks In the west, havo returned home.

Eugene Washer, who was struck some time ago by a Lackawanna engine and had one of his arms nnd legs severed. Is rapidly Improving at the Lackawanna hospital. GREEN RIDGE. Councilman Sykes has Introduced an ordinance In councils authorizing the erection of four electric lights In the Thirteenth ward. The lights are much needed.

They will be located as fol lows: Washington avenue and New York s. ects; Gardner avenue an breon Ridge street; Nay Aug avenue and Gardner avenue; Fordhnm court, between Marlon and New York streetn. When the lights are located and Ca pou.se avenue, between Green Ridge and Delaware streets grnded and narrowed and Engine Co. No. 5 given a chemical combination cart, this section of the city will quit asking for favors for some time.

Wonderful Nerve. Is displayed by many a mnn enduring pulim of accidental Cuts, Wounds, Bruises, Burns, Scalds, Sore feet or stiff Joints. Hut there's no need for It. liitrklrn's Arnica Salve will kill tht pain and cure the trouble. It's the best Salve on enrth for Piles, too.

2fic, at all druggists. Matthews wholesale nnd retail. ZIXA. Bean the j9 TOO mn Ihe Kind Yon Haw Alwrava Bcqjj! T1 CfcJmZ Maple farm Sausage. Carr's Mince Meat, Sweet Cider, Poultry.

Green Ridge Market Oeth Phones, ON THE SOUTH SIDE. Mrs. M. Scott, an esteemed resident of this side, passed away early yesterday afternoon at her home, 913 South Wvominar avenue, after a. short jiiness with pneumonia.

She is sur vived by one daughter, Miss Mary cott i The funeral will be held Monday morning at 9 o'clock. Requiem mass will be celebrated at St Peter's Cathedral and interment will be made in Cathedral cemetery. FUNERAL OF B. LESCH. The funeral of Bernard Lesch will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from his late 'home, G40 Maple street.

Services will be conducted at St. Pau's Lutheran church by Rev. Mr. Ritter and interment will be made in the Forest Hill cemetery. Undertaker Hessinger has charge of the funeral.

FOR COMMON COUNCIL. Attorney Thomas Handley, of this side, announces himself as a candidate for common council in the Nineteenth ward. Mr. Handley is one of our most progressive young men and many friends urged him to enter the fight. He is a staunch Republican.

HURT ON THE CANNON BALL. Tony Provitch was a feeder at No. 5 crusher of the Cannon Ball railroad. In some manner his hand caught in the belt yesterday and was injured. A physician was called and it was found necessary to amputate the in i dex finger of the right hand.

A RUNAWAY. A horse attached to a light buggy and owned by Frank Synbolovitch, a butcher, ran away last evening. At Pittston avenue and Fig street the buggy was demolished by striking against a. pole. OTHER NOTES.

The Loyalty club of the Y. W. C. A. met last evening at the rooms.

The Round club held an Interesting session last evening. The usual gospel services at the Y. W. C. A.

will be conducted tomorrow afternoon Florence Heldrigel, cashier at the South Scranton bank, has been admitted to the Lackawanna bar. South Side Busi tiers Directory. All kinds of fruit for canning purposej can be had at Charles Graf's, the reliable trocar, at 427 Pittston avenue. Ready mixed paints, varnishes, oils, kalsomtne, for sale at Kornacher's Irug store, 724 Pittston avenue. BANK ROBBED OF $5,000.

Safe Blown Open, Thieves Escaping Bloodhounds to Trace Burglars. LOUISVILLE, Jan. 8. The Bank of Commerce at this place was visited by burglars at midnight, the safe blown open and the entire contents, $5,000, carried away. The walls of the vault were drilled and one end was blown open.

The safe within the vault was then blown open. the door being thrown across the room by the explosion. Five sticks of dynamite wero left in the building by the robbers. There is no clew to the burglars, but bloodhounds have been sent for and will be put on their trail. A Preacher in Politics.

When Senator Dolliver's candidacy was before the peoule of Iowa, a bitter war was being waged against him. Iow.v is proud of him as an orator as well as a statesman. Dcllivar's oratory wns held before the people as a divine gift which the stnte should deed to the nation. In Grumby county a political mooting was in session. Rev.

Mr. Von de Las. a Dutch preacher, was addressing tha assemblage. Preparing to enumerate the vlitues of the senator, ho asked with emphasis, "And who is Jonathan P. Dol llvar?" The pause was impressive.

For effect the pause was continued. In that silence there was wafted across the hall in answer, "He is a rag chewcr. I can do better myself." The Dutch reverend continued to pause. As the meaning of the slang interruption became clear to his clerical brain, he pointed his stubby finger in the direction of the voice, saying: "Perhaps, for I believe that bettor teeth are to be found upon tho jawbone of an ass than in the mouth of a man." Detroit Free Press. Hotian Son's Big Clearing Sale Suits, Overcoats Trousers For the next 15 days we are going to treat the public of Scranton and surrounding towns to a Cut Price Cash Sale that means a saving of dollars to our customers.

The Sale Begins Today and all our fine up to date stock goes on sale. Men's and Boys' Overcoats, $20.00 Overcoats now $15.00 $18.00 Overcoats now 14.00 $16.00 Overcoats now 12.00 $15.00 Overcoats now 11.00 $12.00 Overcoats now 9.00 $10.00 Overcoats now 7.60 8.00 Overcoats now 6.00 Come early and make cannot afford to pays by. NORTH END. Ia a rather interesting basketball contest, "the Ninth regiment team of Wilkes Barre suffered defeat at the hands of the local Crackerjacks for the second tame this season. Evans and Wells of the there nlav was iinrinnhtorilv Mi m.

deeming feature of their team's Dlav. Haas and R. Keeler were the shining stars of the visitors. Following is the detail: Wilkes Barre. Crackerjacks.

A. Jones Forward Wells G. Keller Forward Jeffries B. Keller Haas Guard Evans D. Jones Guard McCluskie Goals from field Wells, Jeffries, Evans, McCluskie, G.

Keller, Haas. Goals from foul Haas and McCluskie. LECTURE ON INDIA. The North Main Avenue Baptist Tabernacle was thronged to its capacity last evening. The event was the second attraction of a lecture course, conduced by the Young Women's Christian Association.

Rev. W. J. Clark, as'a navigator and explorer was the lecturer. His topic was India.

His address was interesting and instructive, particularly so to the student He dwelt In pleasing detail on the mannerisms, and customs of the inhabitants of India, having been a resident of that country for many years, pursuing missionary work. Stereoptican views rendered the lecture the more interesting. He told of hair raising adventures in the jungles, and often convulsed his audience with humorous stories, incidental to his trip. Y. W.

C. A. NOTES. All young women are cordially invited to attend the vesper service in the parlors of the "Young Women's Christian Association, Sunday at 3:30 p. topic, "Songs of Solomon." The song will be read by five young women, Misses Clarke, Pickett, Shires, Mackey and Benjamin, and explained afterward by the secretary.

Miss Florence Silk man will sing a solo, and Mrs. W. S. Davis will sing "Ninety and Nine." PERSONALS. William Saltry, of West Market street, is spending a few days, renewing old acquaintances in Pittston.

Miss Lulu Sherwood, who has been spending an extended visit as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. M. A. Williams, on William street, returned to her home at Mansfield, Pa.

Mr. Robert Cuthbertson Is seriously ill at his home on Deacon street. Miss Mame McHale, of Oak street, who has been the guest of friends at Archbald, returned home yesterday. At the progressive euchre party of the Ladies' Aid society in O'Malley's hall, Thursday evening, Miss Nellie A. Haggerty, of West Market street, was the lucky winner of the lady's prize, a handsome jewel box.

Mr. Edward Mulchrone. of Cusick avenne. captured the gentleman's prize, a costly shaving set, and Mr. E.

V. Brennan merited and won the booby prize. Miss Viola Williams has returned to resume her studies at the Mansfield Normal school, after spending the holidays with her parents, on William street. William Donnelly, of Bloom avenue, has been reported to the city authorities as suffering from smallpox. Miss Lillian Hughe, of St.

Clair, was the guest of her brother, Bert Hughes, on West Market street, last evening. The joint meeting of Rockmen's union will be held tn Sweeney's hall, Olyphant, this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. All members are requested to attend. William Hughes, of Peckvllle, spent a few hours in this section last evening as the guest of friends. All members of Green Ridge castle, No.

196. A. O. K. of M.

C. are requested to meet at their headquarters as early as possible for the purpose of administering the initiatory degree to two candidates. Immediately afterward a pie social will be held for the benefit of Company military rank, of above degree. All members of Durham lodge, No. 299.

Order Sons of St. George, are requested to meet at their hall tomorrow afternoon to attend the funeral of their late member, RobertJ. Wilson. North End Business Directory. H.

I Crlppcn, successor to T. J. Det eeller, manufacturer of fine harness; lealer in robes, blsnkets, wblpr, 1824 orrth Main avenue. OF FINE OLYPHANT. The funeral of David Llwellyn of Fern Hill occurred yesterday afternoon.

A large number of friends were in attendance. At 2 o'clock the funeral procession moved to the Congregational church on Delaware street, where impressive services were held. NRev. D. Jones, of Providence, officiated.

He spoke highly of the deceased. The choir sang "Nearer my God to Thee" and "We Shall Sleep, But Not Forever," and other selections. The Knights of Pythias and Odd Fellows, both of which the deceased was a member, attended in a body. Interment was made in Union cemetery. The pallbearers were: Benjamin Williams, J.

H. Polhamus, Joseph L. Davies, John Watkins, James Morgans, and Benjamin Thomas. Prof. T.

W. Watkins received the sad intelligence yesterday of the death of his brother, Rev. Morgan J. Wat kins, of Hallstead, who died in Philadelphia, where he underwent, an operation. Miss M.

A. Williams, of Second street, Blakely, is slowly recovering from her recent illness. Mrs. J. Schultz and daughters, Evelyn and Rosylyn, have returned from New York city.

Lou Parry, of Scranton, called on his aunt, Mrs. J. Evans, of Lackawanna street, yesterday. An excellent minstrel troupe will be ot the Father Mathew opera house tonight. The infant child of Mr.

and Mrs. D. J. Meredith, of Fern Hill, died yesterday. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon.

Mr. Elias Evans and Bessie Evans, of Scranton. were callers in town yesterday. Services will be held as usual at the Blakely Baptist church tomorrow. Examples of Journalistic Taste.

For the following amusing example of the hurried methods of some modern journalists a contemporary is responsible: "On the death of Bret Harte a most capable journalist was suddenly called upon to write an appreciation of the great author. Full of other thoughts he sat down, wrote his article, and sent it to the printer. When it came back in proof he was appalled to see that he had written a column and a half about Mark Twain. Time pressed. What was to be done? He altered all the book titles, and the article went We heard the other day of a famous novelist leaving his home in Chel sea one morning last summer for Euston station, en route for Scotland.

Five minutes after he left his house a telegram arrived for him from an editor, asking for 2000 words on a matter on which the novelist was specially' qualified to write. The housekeeper read the telegram and noticed with dismay that the work was wanted that evening at the very latest She thought for a few seconds, then she flew up to her room and (for a lady) hastily donned outdoor apparel. She then hurried out and hailed a cab, instructing the driver to go his fastest to Euston. So little time did she lost that she was at Euston before her master. However, he soon turned up, and was not a little to learn what was required of him.

Thanking his housekeeper and adjourning to one of the waiting rooms, he took from his bag the necessary clean paper and fountain pen. He sat down and wrote solidly for two hours, just in time to catch the next express for the North. Putting the "copy" Into an envelope and addressing it carefully, he placed it In the charge of a cabman with instructions to drive for all he was worth to the offices of the periodical. The novelist boasts to his friends of the performance to this day, and he usually winds up the story with: "The editor nearly had a fit when he saw what I had done; it was just what he wanted, and usually he has to wait for it when I am the writer commissioned. There are more wrecks in the Baltic sea than in other place in the world.

The average is one wreck a day throughout the year. Here is a sample of the way we've cut prices: Men's and Boys' Suits. $20.00 Suits now $15.00 $18.00 Suits now 14.00 $16.00 Suits now 12.00 $15.00 Suits now 11.00 $12.00 Suits now 0.00 $10.00 Suits now 7.50 8.00 Suits now 6.00 your selection. It is a money saving opportunity that you J. HONAN SONS, 220 Lack'a Scranton, Pa.

FN LEYS January Sale of Muslin Underwear. Is attracting unusual attention this year and is being bought in large quantities by women who appreciate fine goods. They all acknowledge our Underwear as made of BETTER MATERIALS, FINER TRIMMING? NEATEST FINISH, CORRECT CUT, LOWEST PRICES. 510 512 Lackawanna Avenue. DOWNWARD COURSE Fast Being Realized By Scranton People.

A little backache at first. Daily increasing until the back 19 lame and weak. Urinary disorders quidkly follow. Diabetes nnd Brlght's disease. This is the downward course of kidney ills.

Don't take this course. Follow the advice of a local citizen. Mrs. William Riley, of 1014 Capouse, avenue, says: "For seven years I hal trouble with my back and kidneys. When I stooped, walked or stood Ion? my back got very bad.

I could not do hard work about the house without giving out completely. I felt all played out and had no ambition. I read a great deal about Doan's Kidney Pills, and got a box at Matthews Brothers' drug store. I took in all three boxes and they cured me." For 'sale by all dealers. Price, 5l cents.

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