The Tribune from Scranton, Pennsylvania • Page 7

West Side ILCOMEOA PASTOR Congregation of Hampton Street Church Entertain. YOUTHFUL BURGLAR CAUGHT Has the Gloo Club Disbanded Funer als Bold Burglaries Committed in Bollevuo Eccralts Ordered to Assemble at Company F. Armory. Notes. The Scranton Republican will be found for sale every day nt T.

E. Price's news stand, 108 South Main avenue, latest accounts of the war and daily letters from a staff correspondent at Jit. Gretna. Call Rev. James iBenninger and wtfe were tinkered a reception lasi night 'by the members tf the Hampton f'treet Methodist church.

It was a imost hearty welcome and was given cn 'the occasion of Ws acceptance of the pastorate recently resigned by Rev. F. P. The event was fraught with many pleasing incidents and was largely attended, despite t'he inclement weather. Rev.

Mr. and Mrs. Benninger and other members of the 'family were scrdtelly received and introduced to the parhh Soners. They were delighted with xki ovation an'! in the course of the proceedings the new pastor made a few pleas ant remarks, during which he thanked those present for their hospitality and generous treatment upon the entrance into 'his new field of duty. The address of welcome was delivered toy 'Mr.

Will Jam Parsons and was very interesting. Miss Margaret LaEar recited in a cred i table manner and the church choir 'made the air resound with t'hedee must cal selections. The Misses StubMebine and Bennett sans a 'duet that received much praise. There were other pleas urah le features. Rev.

and Mrs. Ben ninger will reside in the church parson age on South 'Ninth street, formerly oc cupied toy iRev. and Mrs. Doty. TO VISIT EUROPE.

Dr. A. A. LIndabury of South Main avenue, a well known resident of the West 'Side, will leave today for New York city, 'from whence he will sail oft the steamship Phoene 'cia of the Ham burg lAmerican line for Hamiburg, Ger many, thence to Berlin, Leipsic, Prague and Vienna. At the latter city he will remain long enough to complete a special course gyneclcgy and abdominal surgery at the Vienna University hos pital.

Me expects to 'be absent from the city until September 1, hut may he away longer than that time. Dr Linda'bury i 3 an a'ble physician and ha3 a. large and lucrative practice through out the city. He and his wife and two daughters came here from Philadelphia eight years ago and have since lived here, where they have been prosperous and 'made many friends. IMany of trie latter bade hlim hon voyage and success In hia studies last evening.

Dr. Linda bury graduated' from the Hahnemann college at Philadelphia in 181)0, and from the Baltimore, Medical col lege in 1880. On his return home he visit Paris, London and other of the principal European 'Cities, Hla fam ily will remain at home. During his aibsence Dr. Heilner will Slave charge of his practice.

FORMER 'SCRA ESTONIAN'S DEATH, Word, was received here yesterday announcing iuie ueium or ima, xui is Cafrican of Bdwardsdale, a Cormer resident of this locality, after an illness lasting only a day. She was taken sud penly ill on Tuesday and died on the tollowsng day. The funeral services will take place tomorrow afternoon from the family home in Edwardsdale at 1:30 o'clock. Services will also be conducted at the First Welsh Congre gational church at the saime place at 2 o'clock. Rev.

J. T. Morris of Bcllevue and Rev. E. L.

Davis will officiate. In terment in Forty Fort cemetery. Mrs. jean wax a. niece 01 Lviie.

J. Jamee of West Locust street. TONIGHT'S ENTERTAINMENT. At tne Washburn street Presbyterian church tonight the members of Miss Sarah A. Jones' class No.

8 of the Bible school will give an entertainment, "The Revel of the Maids," that promises to be of unusual interest. The programme comprises dumb boll drills, musical and literary numbers, all of which will be rendered by excellent talent. The ad mission fee is 13 cents, and an unusual gathering is expected. The following is the programme Piano duet, Misses Judd and Swartz recitation, Gerald'ine Phillips; dumbbell drill, Hisses Carson, Dnud, Slocum and Kann; recitation. Miss Bessie Slote; violin solo, Miss Clara Long; Indian club drill, Misses Porcher, Os land and Short; recitation, Miss Maud Estelle; dramatic postures, Miss Bessie Slote; violin solo, Miss Clara Long; solo, "Coming Thro the Rye," Mrs.

Stratton; drill, Misses Carson, Doud Slocum and Kann; solo, Mr. Edward Bowen; recitation, Miss Bessie Slote; piano dupt, Misses Judd and Swartz; drill, "Revel of the Naids," Misses Ellas, uoiary, Williams, Davis, Tanfield, Hut ton, Edwards, Jenkins and Burrall. LOCAL NECROLOGY. The remains of the young son of Mr. and Mrs.

Thomas D. Maschell of Greenwood were brought to this side yesterday for interment. Many friends of the bereaved parents attended the services and accompanied the remains to the Washburn street cemetry, where interment was made. The funeral of Cora Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.

Smith of Chestnut street was held yesterday from the parental residence and was largely attended. The services were impressive and w.ere followed by interment in Forest Hill cemetery. The funeral of the late John HefCron of 201(1 Price street will take place this afternoon at o'clock with interment in the Hyde Park Catholic cemetery. The late Alderman Kinney of the Twenty first ward will he buried in, Hyde Park Catholic cemetery today. Services will be held at the family residence on Twenty third street, commencing at 3 o'clock.

A solemn high tosfs of requiem will be celebrated at St. Patrick's church this morning at ole'lock over the remains of the late Mrs. 'Michael Walsh of Price street. Interment in Hyde Park Catholic cemetery. SUPPOSED THIEF CAUGHT.

David MdManus, an incorrigible youth aged about l(i years, was captured last lg'ht hy the West Side police officers in a 'barn located In Hennessey court. He Is accused of being oncof the three boys who broke into Max Blume's North Main avenue bakery on Sunday morn ing and' stole a small sum of money. i'us'picion ipointed to McManus as being tii leader of the (gang of juvenile rob ber and' a warrant was sworn out dur ing the early part of the week before Alderman John charging IMbManus with the theft. His accomplices have not yet been taken into custody, though their r.lvmes are known to the police. Mc Manus since the hurglary haa ibeen in hiding and had gorae into the toarn to re tire for the night when caught.

He will bo given a hearing today. BURGLARS IN BELLEVUE. For some time past the residents of Bcllevue have been, complaining tif North End burglars. None of the intruders have been captured and so 5ar as is now known the have not succeeded in carrying off valuable plunder. A few nights ago the gang tried to operate in a house on the Heights', but their ef forts were frustrated, the unwelcome invaders having been frightened away.

The attempted burglary was made at the home of David Evans onN Snyder avenue. The occupant of the hou was disturbed by the noise of the men, Awakening and quickly dressing Mr, Evans ran down stairs, but the strangers had fled before they had cured an opportunity to obtain any booty. HAS IT DISBANDED? There seems to be considerable dim culties in the securing of a represents tlve male party of vocalists among th singers of the West Side to compete on the selection, "Destruction of Gaza, to bs rendered at the Wilkes Barr eisteddfod on May 30. Several week ago after much argument among the rival leaders, both young men, it wa decided to organize a party of men u'n der the leadership of Iorwerth Prosser, the brilliant pianist. The copies of the competitive piece was secured and the glee club, numbering about 40, began active rehearsals.

For some unknown reasons the organization, it is said, disbanded and in all probability no ef fort will be made to resurrect the party. The selection is an extremely difficult one and much time and prep aratlon to master it. The rehearsals of the club were promising at the outset and the attendance at the weekly prac tices was encouraging, but enthusiasm began to dwindle so rapidly and in such proportions that it is now claimed the organization has given up the idea of eomneting. It is rumored that the Apollo club of the central city will in all probability represent Scranton in the glee competition, but this is denied by those supposed to be familiar with the movement of this prominent society, FROM OTHER. SOURCES.

All recruits from Company Thir teenth regiment, those passed upon by Recruiting Officer Walter Briggs 'and who are Uneluded in 'his list are request ed to meet at Company F's armory, St David's haHl 'buila'img. this evening at I o'clock sharp. All under the age of 1 years moist bring the written consent of their parents or guardians in order that thev Tan ioin the company. At last night's imeetlr.ir of Robfrt Morris Lodge of Ivontes Vice President David J. Davis presided in the absence of President John D.

Hughes. Mr. John H. Phillips was appointed temporary secretary to act during the absence or th regular 'secretary, Attorney David J. Davis, who is a lieutenant in Company Thirteenth regiment, now stationed at Mt.

Gretna. WEST SIDE BUSINESS DIRECTORY Dr. T. A. Eynon, dentist, 109 North Main avenue: over West Side came.

HAIR CUTTING AND NEWS STAND. Call on T. E. Price. 108 South Main avenue.

A new and complete line of fine wrltine and imported tissue paper. Also novels, newspapers, tobacco, cigars, cigar ettes, stationery, magazines and books. Shu vine, hair cutting and shampooin done in first class style. Remember the place. PARR'S WEST SIDE SUPPLY STORE, 1026 west Lackawanna avenue.

Just re reived a full line of household goods, fur niture, stoves, washing machines, clocks, blankets and shawls, men's clothing, la dies' coats ana capes, carpets and rugs. Mattresses made to order. Upholstering done at lowest prices, uivo us a call Co fore buying elsewhere. EDWARD FARE, Mgr. NORTH END Tho Securing of Recruits for Company Funeral of Josdpli Churcll A Dramatic Entertainment An Acci dout, Aldormanlc Cases and Society Notes, Captain S.

W. Corwln of Company is expected to arrive from Mt. Gretna today and' formally open the recruiting station at Company II armory. The nuimtoer required to increase Company to the regular war footing is 40 4nen; and it isi presumed from the great num ber of able bodied men who are anxious to servo for their country's sake, little work will be needed to secure them. Mr.

Jacoto Bohr, janitor at the armory. who was directed to select men on Wednesday last, Ihas received applica tions 'by far exceeding the wanted. Corwln will undoubt edly choose from the number the oest imatorial that succeeds in passing ex amination. He will undoubtedly use his best judgment in choosing, so little worriment need he felt toy the chosen 40 when they come up for examination. Captain Corwln, after securing the re cruits, will immediately put them through a series of drills.

T'ne armory will he utilized for this purpose and the men will be treated to the heaviest work in order to prepare them for the hardships of the campaign before them. The drills will probably continued until the uniforms and other equipments for llhe new men arrive. They are expected to reach here next week, and the re cruits will then leave for iMt. Gretna to form Company H. PROVED SUCCESSFUL.

The entertainment conducted' last evening by the Busy Bee circle, a young and active class of juveniles of the Puritan Congregational church, was well attended. The programme was earned out in an admiii'able manner and tho efforts df the young people pleased the audience and surprised many of their parents who were there. The prooeel realized will be utilized for churcn expenses. MRS. READY'S FUNERAL.

The funeral of the late Mrs. Charles Ready of Wilbur street Was held from the Holy Rosary church yesterday morning and was one of the largest attended ever occurring in this end. At the church tihe Rev. J. J.

O'Toole sang a high massi of requiem over the re mains and delivered' an impressive eulogy to the throng of relatives. After the services the funeral procession moved to Hyde Park Catholic cemetery, where interment was made. DRAMATIC JDNTEiRT AINM ENT. A large and appreciative audience at tended the benefit production of "Tried and True," a drama interpreted by the Kxcelsior Dramatic clu in St. Mary's hall last evening.

The ast producing the play exercised their greatest efforts to plea.e dn the various characters as sumed, and in this they were successful to a great extent. Incidental musical and literary selections assisted in enlivening the ipiay. At its conclusion a social was enjoyed. Mr. Owen Collins will realize a deserving sum, thanks to the generous public and club.

BEFORE ALDERMEN. Nicholas Boswell, who it appears makes It a point to visit the station house every month, undesired on his part, was arrested Wednesday evening by Officer Hawks on complaint of his neighbors. Nicholas was accused of brandishing a butcher knife and terrorizing his neighbors with vengeful threats. Alderman Fidler cooled his irate temper yesterday morning with a $5 fine. Special Lee Wright handed William Staples over to Officer Rodham Wednesday night for creating a disturbance at the home of his mother in law on Parker street.

Staples was suffer ing from severe scalp wounds administered, he claimed, by his mother in law, with a lifter. Dr. Bessy was summoned and applied several stitches to close up his wounds. At the hearing yesterday morning Staples with a THE SCBAvTOX REPUBLICAN, FBI DAY MOiLSlvu, South Sub bandaged head appeared before Alder man From the evidence it ap pears that Staples, who has parted from his wife, while in a state of intoxication forced an entrance into the house of his wife's mother and attempted to clean out the inmates. There he met his Waterloo and would have suffered an ignominious defeat only for the timely arrival of the special officer, attracted to? the house by the women's screams.

Bai! in the sum of S300 was required. Peter Rooch, a noble son of Poland, wnue intoxicated Wednesday night in sisted that the square was the proper place for a speech. Officer Watklns thought different and placed him under arrest. Peter struck the guardian of the peace who promptly resented with his locust. It took seven of Peter's dol lars to settle his differences with the law.

SURPRISE PARTY. A surprise party was tendered to David Birtley, at his home on West Market street on the night of May 4: the occasion being his fourteenth birthday. Refreshments were served. Games of various kinds were played. One feature of the evening was a flash light of the guests.

Those present were as follows: Misses Nellie Tiltson, Annie Richards, Libbie Rhule, Margaret Dan vers, Marlam Lewis, Rachel Simmons, Belle Harris, Bessie Edwards; Messrs, Rufus Richards, Ray Wescott, Willie Westcott, Willie Llewellyn, Reese Evans, Thomas Llewellyn, David Birtley, Thomas Birtley, Thomas Phillips, Richard Karris, William Simmons, Willie Elliott. PHILOSOPHECAL SOCIETY. The North End Philosophical society meets every Friday evening im the Welsh iCalvinilstic on Wayne avenue, the members of which extends a weicome to any one wishing to jcin, and are wilKng to assist in circulating all the knowledge In tJh eir power cn several and different subjects. The subjects for next Friday everting are: "Which stands in most cJaniger, a stoi'dier the navy or a soldier cn land?" the location of Key West and what population is t'frere and t'h distance from there to Havana and what direction a sihip should sail (Prom Key West in order to reach Havana?" "What is the difference between reason and in's'tinct?" The officers for the present term are Evan Gabriel, president; Henry Davies, r.ce 'Robert R. WilMams, secretary; Evan L.

(Morgan, Treasurer. The officers are elected every three months. JOSEPH CHURCH BURIED. The funeral of the late Joseph Church was tet'Id from the tame of his sen, C. S.

Church, 1442 North IMain averaue, on Wednesday morning. During the day the home was thronged (With friends cf the departed. JOHN J. KEALY DEAD. The sudden demise of John J.

Kealy at his home at 14 Providence road at an early hour on Wednesday morning has caused a wave of sorrow to be felt by the entire community where he resided. Mr. Kealy was seized with an attack of paralysis of the brain at 10 o'clock on Tuesday night, and despite everything done to stem the tide of death, he continued to grow worse and expired at 1 o'clock yesterday morning. Mr. Kealy was but 25 years of age and is survived by a wife and one child.

He was a son, of Mr. and MH Matthew Kealv and a brother of Miss Lizzie Kealy of Mulberry street. The deceased was a drusrtrist and was employed by the Lackawanna Drug company of Scranton, OLD STRUCTURE BURNED. An old structure known as the "Bow ery," located on Vinegar hill, in the Notch section, was burned to the ground Tuesday evening. Tho building is beyond the bounds of water resources, and as tho services of the fire department were use less, the building was consumed.

This is the second nrP that has occurred 111 mat locality in a short time. NOTES. Rev. Llewydtf aimes of Halhitead 5s 'being entertained! Mrs. Thomas Williams and fiarm'ly of Wil'iaim street.

'By the kind permission of the mem ibsrs Mrs. Alrynferch Rhys will deliver 'her 'celebrated 1'ect'ure on the "Golden Milestone" at the Puritan Congregation al church next Monday evening. S. H. Swingle, manager of Athert'on a Store 'in Olyph ant, called on friends in this end yesterday.

'John McDonald was 'left for Butte City, Montana, where he will reside permanently. 'Messrs. Enos Martin Gerrity, P. J. Ruana and wife and iMrs.

Alice O'Malley attended 'the funeral of a rela tive in Hazlcton Tuesday. Daniel Llovd, who has been visiting rel atives in this end for the past month, departed for his home in AVest Virginia on Tuesday. Lois, the young daughter or Dr. and Mrs. William D.

Danne, was quite ill last evening. Michael Kelley returned to his home in Seattle, yesterday, after a long visit with Mr. and Mrs. John Grady of William street. Mips Annie Krennan of Gilbert street is seriously ill with pneumonia.

Martin Ready and son of Archibald at tended the funeral of Mrs. Charles Ready yesterday. From present Indications large audiences will greet Mrs, Brynferch Rhys and Rev. George Hague at the Welsh Baptist church. uyne avenue, next bunday.

They will preach in Welsh in the morn ins and in the afternoon. At p. m. Mrs. Rhys will conduct the service in En trust! at Company II armory.

The Worth 11.1111 can boast or naving a representative in. the navy. Mr. John Do Ian. a former resident of this end.

sur prised his relatives recently by sending a letter stating tnat lie was in tne employ of Uncle Siim as a marine aboard the United States warship Hornet of tho Mos puito fleet. Tn his correspondence Mr. Dolan states that the Spaniards tired upon their shin while coasting near Cuba, but were well repaid. Mr. Dolan is a brother of William Dolan, formerly of West Mar ket street, but now a resident ot Butte City, Mont.

The woman Foreign Missionary so ciety of the Providence Presbyterian burch will meet at tho residence or Mrs. V. H. Sadler. North Mam avenue, this afternoon at ":30 o'clock.

LIVERY. Oeoree E. Athcrton. liverv and drayinc; irood horses and careful drivers; tele phone call, 1804. 1507 North Main avenue.

Discovofod by a Woman. Another great discovery has been made, and that, too, by a lady in this country. Disease fastened its clutches upon her and for seven years she with tood its severest tests, but her vital organs were unaerminea ana cieatn eeemed imminent. For three months she coughed Incessantly, and could not sleep. She finally discovered, a way to recovery, uy purchasing us, a Dottie of Dr.

King's New Discovery for Con sumption, and was so much relieved on taking first dose, that she slept all night: and witn two bottles, nas been absolutely cured. Her name is Mrs. Luther Lutz." Thus writes W. C. Ham nick Co.

of Shelby, N. C. Trial bot tlps free at Mattnews drug store. Regular size fiOc. and $1.00.

Every bottle guaranteed. Eight million eggs have been, found In the roe of a codfish. Home of the. curiosities of the Bank of Enelnnd are well worth describing. In the printing room a man sits at a little table, ana every mree seconds a macninc nanns him two complete 5 notes.

If he sits there six hours hai receives over 7rt.00(. and in 300 days over" 20,000,000 in paper money. Rellerin Six Hours. Distressing Kidney and Bladder dis ease relieved in six hours by "New Great South American Kidney Cure." It is a great surprise on account of its exceeding promptness in relieving pain In bladder, kidneys and back, in mal or femaie. Relieves retention cf water almost Immediately.

If you want quick relief and cure this is the remedy. Sold by C. M. Harris, Ilia Penn avenue. druggist, Scranton, Pa.

SOUTH SIDE Funeral of Jacob Ludt Yesterday Secret Society Gossip A Social Gath ering. The funeral cf the late Jacob Ltrdt took iplace ye sterday afternoon in the midst of a drenching ram storm, wnicn soaked through the clothing cf all who ifaad the temerity to attend. The remains were conveyed from the family residence on Prospect avenue to the German Baptist church on Hickory street, where impressive services were held (by the pastor, Rev. J. L.

Schmidt. In his references to the deceased the reverend gentleman referred to his military record and said few men were honored as he had After tfne conclusion of the services the funeral procession started for the Minooka cemetery, where interment was made. The pall bearers were chosen from among friends of the family as follows: Messrs. Jacjb Klein, William Witt, August Hickman and Jacob Miller. MEETING AND SOCIAL SESSION.

There was a large attendance at the meeting of young ladies who intend to assist Columbua council, Y. M. at its coming picnic in iaurei tm park, May 21, on Wednesday night at Pharmacy ihall and final arrangements were made. The foreladies selda ted for the fferent tables are: Misses Therese Gibbons, Ella Jordan, 'Margaret Durkin, Annie Butler, Then F. Donahue and Mary J.

Kennedy. An impromptu sooial was haldi at the close of the husineiss ses sion, when a most enjoyaible dance was held to the music of Miss Kate Reardon. SOCIETY 'NEWS. Nearly every on this side was occupied by secret societies in business sesaion last evening. At the Saenger runde headquarters on Alder street the Saengerrunde for practice, having discontinued the Sunday rehearsals.

At St. 'Mary's hail, St. Mary's Glee and Dramatic association met for singing practice, and Cwo castles of the Knights of the Golden Eagle mat in business conclave last evening. 'Moike castle met in Schimpf's hall, and Slocum cas tle, 'Whilch was instituted recently, met in Hartman's hall. The St.

Aloysius T. A. B. society met in Pharmacy hall and the Electric City conclave of the Royal Arcanum held a semi monthly session at Storr's hall on Alder street. This evening a meeting will he held by Scranton.

castle, Knights of the Mys tic Chain, at Odd irellows' nail. By One Knights of the Golden Eagle ait Hart man's hall, when a class of 13 will be Initiated 'into the mysteries of the first degree. The monthly meeting of the Century Hose company will also be held this evening. 1 PERTINENT FATiAG'RAIPHS. Some excellent talent will be present and take a prominent part in the mu sicale this evening at the Y.

W. C. A. rooms on Cedar avenue. IMiss Kath eryne Tunbenman and Mr.

Fred Wid meyer will certainly render a good account of themselves, as they are capable of furnishing exquisite music. It will be goodi news to the people of this side and throughout the city to learn that the repair shops of the Dela ware, Lackawanna andi Western com pany have started on increased hours. Yesterday the employees worked 10 hours, and will start at ti o'clock this morning and quit at 0 tonight, makfing 11 hours, until further orders. Mr. Adam Rader, who was accompa nied by his wife and son George, who have ibeen on this side since Tuesday, when they attended the funeral of Mr.

Rader'e mother, left for their home in Maulch Chunk yesterday. Mr. John Gaherino of the same place, wiho was also attending the funerai, has returned hoime. John ilroy of this aide was held by Mayor 'Bailey yesterday morming on a charge of highway robbery, preferred by Joseph Schaffer of the North End. The Browning Literary society win meet tlh Hs evening at 7:30 p.

in. The Patriotic Guards will meet for drill this evening at Natter's hall on Alder street. A warrant haisi 'been issued for the arrest cf Ernest Gennaro, at the in stance of Mr. M. Ruddy, on a charge of false pretence.

'Mrs. Kualri of Stone avenue received news yesterday of the death of her fafher, 'Mr. Saul, in Brooklyn, N. Y. A traveling theatrical company will visit iNatter's hall on Alder street and, commencing May IS, will give a weekly performance throughout tlhe summer.

SOUTH SIDE BUSINESS DIRECTORY GROCERIES AND DRY GOODS. Charles Graf has the finest line of gro ceries and dry goods, oranges, candles and Christmas novelties a specialty. Good goods. Prompt attention. The car passes the door.

4U7 iittston avenue. True to Life. Tho early ratroness of Burns, Mrs. Duit lop of Dunlop, lind an old housekeeper, im especially privileged person, who had cer tain aristocratic notions of the family dig nity which mado tho admiration of her mistress for tho rustic poet incomprehensible to her. In order to overcoss this prejudice, Mrs.

Dunlop gave he? a copy of 'The Conor's baturday Nigbi," which tho poet had just written. The old housekeeper read the poem, but whon her mistross inquired her opinion of it, she replied with indifference, "Aweel, madam, that's vera wool." "Is that all you havo to say in its favor?" asked Mrs. Dunlop in amazement. "Indeed, madam," returned tho old woman, "the liko o' your quality may seo a vast deal in 't. But I was uye used to tho liko o' all that the poet has written about in my ain father's house, and 1 din na ken how he could hae described it ony other way." It is said that Burns counted tho old housekeeper's criticism one of the highest compliments ho had ever received.

Ho probably valued it as greatly as a writer of Now England stories values a remark once made to her by an old man. "I should think when you're writin 6torics you'd like to kipd o' moke up things more," said this aged critio in a tone of kindly reproof. "Now my wifo and I wcro talkin about your last book tho other day, and my wifo says to mo, 'Why, John, there's just such folks and such things huppenin right in this very town as she's written down in this book, and most likely been well paid and I couldn't stand up for ye against her, for I knew 'twas the truth." Youth's Companion. The Old Scheme. Just as the physicians who had been in consultation seemed about to reach an agreement the patient died.

"Fine subject," said one of the physicians as they gathered about tho bed. "Splendid," echoed another. "Seems too bad to wflste it by burial. Why should wef" asked the third. "All we have to do is to get up a violent dispute as to the real cause of death in order to get a chance to dissect it.

And so they worked the old scheme again. Chicago Post. Canae For the Condition. "Yon don't shine so brilliantly as of yore," remarked tho oil. "No," said the wick, "I have been tnrned down by Miss Maud because that young Simpleton is coming." Brooklyn Life.

A Definition. Sohoolm aster A poet is called a word painter. Now, Toniinio, can you name me a greafpoet? Tommie Dad He paints signs. Ne York Times. Manitoba traces its origin from Man itou.

the Indian appelation of "the Great spirit," rUUg aim 1SUIIMU1 1 GREEN RIDGE. Personal Mention Odd Fellows Confer Degrees and Vote to Pav Dues for EnlistingMembers ews Stand Robbed; (Dr. and Mrs. E. M.

Green have returned from their wedding tour and are pleasantly located at the corner of Delaware street and Penn avenue. Mrs. Flora M. Co'e cf Schultzville is the guest of fher brother. Warren Kimball of Caaouse avenue.

La Fayette Bishop has returned from a visit in New York. Mrs. W. H. Treverton of Sanderson avenue haa recovered from a week's illness.

George S. Stoirges new house on Electric avenue is being rapidly pushed and will be cr.e of the finest ra3idences in Green Ridge. The Green Ridge Odd Fellows conferred first and second degrees on two members last evening. L. D.

Jacobs of Dickson avenue has returned frc a visit to Wilkes Barre. E. J. Maloney, who has' been in the western part of the state for the past 18 months managing tr.ie Central Pennsylvania Telephone and Supply company, has returned to this city and is residing on East Market street. He will have charge of the office here for a short time.

At the Odd Fellows' lodge last evening it was voted to donate the dues to the jnomlberg of that lodge as long as they were in Uncle Sam's service. They are llhe second GreerRldge society to do that. NEWS STAND BURGLARIZED. On Wednesday the news stand: of Harry D. Hirst on Dickson avenue was toroken open by 'burglars and about "00 cigars, some toibacco'and other articles were taken.

These continual burglaries in Green Ridge are getting monotonous and a Little extra vigilance would prevent them. It is undoubtedi'y the work of 'boys, as the only things stolen are cigars and eatables. There is apparently a gang that is well and know juet where to strike to the police. They are getting closer each time to police Iheadquarters, and probably will steal the telephone in the police station on their next trip. DELIGHTFUL AFFAIR.

Ladies Aid Society of tho Presbyterian Church, Dnnmore, Observed Its Tenth Anniversary at Mrs. Black lnton's Home Reports Presented. Ten years ago a number of the ladies of the Presbyterian church met at the home of Mrs. G. H.

Chamberlain on North Blakely street and determined to organize into a body for the purpose of extending church work and otherwise assist in promoting the welfare of the church and congregation in general. During the years that have passed much has been done and the ladies wno met yesterday at the home of Mrs. A. D. Blackinton had every reason to feel proud of their organization.

The membership within that time has doubled itself sevenfold, and although the weather was not favorable yesterday yet nearly all the members were present. The meeting was held in the spacious and handsome rooms of Mrs. Blackinton's new home, and was open ed with prayer by the Rev. W. F.

Gib bons. The regular routine work of the society was then carried on, after which the ladies repaired to the dining room where refreshments were served. The decoration of the rooms was pink, the flowers being the choicest roses. In the centre of the table stood a large magnificent basket of roses, the gift of Mrs. Blackinton, to the memories of those who had died during the past years.

The room, which had been darkened, was lighted by pink candles, which were supported by beautiful sil ver candle sticks. WHO RECEIVED. The officers of the society received and those who assisted were: Mrs. L. M.

Smith, Mrs. John Fowler, Mrs. Chas. Farrar, Mrs. George Allen, Mrs.

S. A. Nye, Mrs. Wesley and Miss Barton. Mrs.

P. H. Brooke of Wilkes Barre and Mrs. W. F.

Gibbons presided at the table. The Misses Mary Brooks, Emma and Bessie Bone, Fannie Osborne and Cornelia Galpin served refreshments. The time passed pleasantly in the receiving reminiscences of by gone days. Short speeches were made by Dr. P.

H. Brooks and Rev. W. F. Gibbons, and a musical programme by Mrs.

George Dimmick and Miss Grif fin. Checks of $10 each were sent by S. B. Bukley and George Allen. MRS.

COMSTOCK'f? REPORT. The following report showing the work of the society during the time of Its organization was submitted by Mrs. Joseph Comstock: "Ten years ago on a rather disagreeable day in May our so siety was organized. It was evidently the interest in the new society which brought so many ladies in such inclement weather to the home of Mrs. Dr.

Chamberlain. I do not know if the names of all present were enrolled, hut at the close of the meeting there were members, Mrs. Dr. Chamberlain, Mrs. Phoebe Brown, Mrs.

Henry Beyea, Mrs. John Cordy, Mrs. M. W. Chamberlain, Mrs.

H. H. Winters, Mrs. W. Ocksenreadcr, Mrs.

Allen Sccor, Mrs. A. Van Warmer, Mrs. G. W.

B. Allen, Mrs. Blackinton, Mrs. J. G.

Bone, Mrs. Comstock, Mrs. John Chamberlain, Mrs. Dexter, Mrs. John Moffat, Mrs.

John Palmer, Mrs. Maria Swartz, Mrs. W. D. Warfel.

One dollar and eighty iiee cents were in the treasury. Mrs. Albert Wagner, Mrs. Sarah Potter, Mrs. Kate Stanton and MUs Eakin added their names with cants more.

The officers elected were: Mrs. Dr. Chamberlain, president; Mrs. Blackinton. vice Mrs.

Maria Swartz, treasurer; Mrs. G. W. Allen, secretary pro tern. At the meeting Mrs.

Comstock was elected secretary. "In June. ISS8, our ven eraTile pastor, Josetih Cc ry, retired from service and in October Rev. J. E.

Close filled his place. The Ladies' Aid society had in the meantime 'been growing strong and the advisability of purchasing a permanent 'heme for the minister the society hegan thi work by purchasing a lot from tihe Caite John IS. Smith at a cost of Mr. Smith generously giving WA. In February.

ISfO, ill health compelled Mrs. C'hambeirlin to resign, and Mrs. Blackinton was elected president and Mrs. Olcse vice president. Thei'e officers with the secretary and treasurer continued without change until May, 1S'J "When IM.rs.

and swartz declined a re election, and Mrs. Comttock was elected treasurer and Mrs. Hugh Higgins secretary. In March, ISSft, ground broken for the k' mantfe, which was completed October, when Mr. Close moved into it with his 'family and son sifter they gave a most enjoyable reception.

The winter passed and sickness and death did their work in the boryugh. Mr. Close and a goad old granirrotteir went to another mansion all rsady prepared for thsim. Eriends 'came (from afar to do honor to the memctry of cur beloved pastor, leaving words oif cheer ar.d cnm foit to the so sorely 'bereaved. In May, lSiM, Rev.

J. W. Williams came to fill the place made vacant and a new church, which had heen a Jong time theiisned thought in Mr. Close's mind, began to be talked about, and soon arrangements were made to build. NEW CHURCH ERECTED.

In April, 1S02, the old building was) moved back and a new church reared on its site. In the September following a mortgage on the manse was given to 'Mr. John B. Smith $4,500. This amount was used in paying the remaining debt on the thui'ch, and in December it dedicated entirely free from debt.

At a meetimg of trustees held December 1S, 18113, Mr. Smiitli proposed the purchasing cf the 'building adjoining the church, giving them it for the same a3 had 'been paid for it, and; 'contributing $5,000 of the "balance if alll the indebtedness could be raised before the new year. In view of the general depression of business and the cry df hard times all over the. land many thought the amount could never he Talsed in so ehort a tiime, others mere hopeful took steps for immediate action, aoid. money, checks and pledges came' pouring in until there was more than enough to pay the whole debt.

On the second of January. iM r. Smith over the and to the trustees the property purchased of them, the mortgage being tahen up, making a total subscription of about $8,000. "In February the last dollar was paid, and the Dunmore Presibyterian church and congregation were out of debt, with a beautiful church edi'ftce with a chmrch parlor atid kitchen attached, valued at the adjoining property valued at and a commodious manse costing over It was not the privilege of our pastor emeritus to worship in our new church, as about three months before the new building was completed he was called to tihe rich reward of a long and faithful service. iMrs.

Cory, the companion of his youth, lived to see the mew (building completed, when she was called home. At the regular meeting held In August, 1,804. a letter was received from Mrs. Blackinton acknowledging the sympathy shown in her sorrow for the loss of her sister, 'Mrs. Galpin; also a letter tendering her resignation.

Unwilliiig as the society was to lose so valuable a leader, we could hut accept the resignation and proceed to the election of another. The meeting was adjourned, however, with no nominations. The next meeting 'Mrs. L. R.

Fowler was elected. In IMay, Mrs. Blackinton was elected president; IMrs. L. It.

Fowler, vies president; Mrs. Close, second vice president; Mrs. King, treasurer, and 'Mrs. Higgins, secretary. In January, 1805, Mr.

Gillam, the evangelist, spent 10 days in our church, and' 74 were added to our church. Mr. Gillam recently spent a Sunday with us and dcliivere'd' two very impressive sermons. In the year of 18W the society placed in the manse kf 137 worth of furniture, Mrs. BlacMnton furnishing the dining room complete herself.

Much credit is due to Mrs. Wiarg and Mrs. M. W. Cha miber llii, who conceived the idea of selling miniature 'bricks at 10 cents each to provide means to purchase furnishings for tlhe church kitchen.

In November, 1815, by reason of ill health, Rev. J. W. Williams resigned his pastorate, and In May, Rev. W.

F. Gibbons took charge of the church. Time and space will not allow me to give mnre than this small part of our work, font I can faithfully say that not pe dollar has been unwisely spent and, thanks to the excellent executive albllity of our presidents, our 'balance haa never benn on the wrong side. Before I close this history, will you allow me to call your attention to these beautiful (lowers so thought Cully placed here hy Mrs. Blackinton in memory of our departed mem bers.

DEPARTED MEMBERS. They are: Mrs. John. Chambcitin, Mrs. W.

D. Warfel. Mrs. Sarah Potter, Mrs. Allen Secor, Mrs.

II. H. Winters. Mrs. Martha Letehworth, Mrs.

John Shatter, Mrs. Wiliam Young, Mis. Louise Jenkins, Mrs S. B. Buckley, Mrs.

Georgia Hopkins, Mrs. E. M. Beyea and others. The first four united with us on the day of organization.

We should also not omit tho names of Mr, John If. Smith and Mrs. Galpin, who though not members, yet showed unfailing interest in everything connected with our church." SKCRETARY'S REPORT. The report of tho secretary, Mrs. Hugh (Comdfc CHILDREN'S HOSIERY Fine ribbed cotton with Lisle thread finish, fast black, double knees, spliced heels, and toes, double All these good features in a fine light weight, high grade stocking.

Price About Half the Usual. 5, 5, 6, He An unusual value in 7, 7K, 18c Higgins. was as follows: "In rendering this report I take pleasure in the statement that the year has been fruitful of tho best possible rtsults to the society and the cause for which we have so often met together. Tne interest shown during the last ten years is a substantial prouf of the readiness in which our various members have assumed the responsibilities of our undertaking. The organization is a social one, all working in unison for tho prosperity of our church.

Among tho first work of the year was the church cleaning, our president, with her usual generosity, presenting carpets, shades, amounting to The annual excursion was held at Lake Ariel in June and a royal good time reported. Through the kindness of Mrs. Blackinton and Mrs. Gibbons, the society was enabled to give the Sundav school children a day's outing. In October a children's fair was hold, which was a success.

The usual supper was given on Thanksgiving evening, a tea in January and an imaginary tea in February, all or which netted handsomely. Business meetings have been he Id each month with the exception of August. Our pre. ident invited the September meeting to Lake Ariel and all spent an enjoyable day. During the year 10 have joined the society, 5 withdrawn and 3 died; leaving a total of 101 members.

The society is in a most flourishing condition, and all have proved their interest in the work, both practically and financially, to tho welfare of the society. Tho following is the treasurer's report from May 13, 1SS8. to May 1. 18: The treasurer's report for the ten years showed the receipts to have been $12, IMKMKt, with expenses amounting to M'J. 4Jti.l(.

leaving a balance of $450.77. Balance to May 5 amounted to $000. A most important meeting of Colonial council, Daughters of America, will be held at 7: o'clock this evening at tho home of Miss Unrrie Belknap, on Butler street. A lull attendance is urged. The barn of Mrs.

John Brink was destroyed by fire yesterday afternoon. Tho lire" seemed to have originated from a spark which set lire to tbo hay. All the companies responded. The close proximity of the structure to No. 'X school caused considerable alarm at first.

The loss, which will amount to about $31)0, is fully covered by insurance. WHY HE FAILED TO LAUGH. Was Afraid He Would Mies Something Ho Did So. While a small party of Clevolandors wora abroad last year they chanced to bo in an English town of limited attractions, and it was suggested that all hands attend tho theater in the ovnning to mako up for tho disappointment of the day. Now, one of the party is a gentleman of somewhat circumscribed notions alxnit tho stago and its mission, and it was feared that he might be a little offended at tho suggestion.

But.no; he consented to go with groat, apparent willingness, and tho party set forth. Tho play of the evening was one of those hilarious adaptations from the French, where a staid householder of mature years takes a night off and makes the most of 16 in an atmosphere of champagne and general revelry. As tho performance progressed and tho fun grow foster and raoro furious tho other mombors of tho party looked at tho man with rigid views with considerable solicitation. How would ho take, it? Would ho got up and go out? Might ho not cvon rise from his seat and denounce tho performance? But, no; ho sat there quietly enough, his face fixed in a look of frozen intentions and his eye glaring through his spectacles at tho Bpco taclo beyond the footlights. IloWever olso he might regard tho performance, ho certainly wasn't amused.

Not a ijhostof a sniilo orossod his face. The others might laugli and nudge each othor, but he eut stolidly through it all to tho very fall of the curtain. When thoy wcro all going down tho Rtairs, ono of tho party hnd tho tomwrity to ask him how ho liked tho show, and all tho others waited with hated breath to hear his withering denunciation. "Why," ho pleasantly answered, "it wos tho funniest thing I ever saw in my llfo but," stammered the astonished questioner, "you didn't laugh. You didn't even sniilo." "No," answered tho other, didn't laugh because I was afraid I might loan some of it." And tho laughter that followod that sally was far mora enjoyable thane anything tho play brought forth.

Clovelandl Plain Dialer. At the Portals of the Unknown. On ono occasion only has any really serious attempt boon mado to explore and investigate tho regions situated to the south of tho Antarctic oirclo, and that attempt, incrudiblo as it may appear, was inudoj more than 60 yours ago. Nothing of importance has boon undertaken since. Even tho portals of this unknown area can hardly bo said to havo been opproachod during that time.

Half a contury is a long period, especially ixa this enterprising and adventurous ago, When tho ever rostlcss and enthusiastic energies of the pioneers of civilization ore leaving their indelible footprints over portions of tho globo that 60 years ago wcro deemed almost inaccessible, for one particular part of the world to remain wrapped in tho same impenetrable darknosa that has surrounded it from time immemorial. Now, however, the timo has arrived whon the question of polar research in both hemispheres should bo equally considered. There is still much to bo dono in tho north, and so long as gallant explorers, like Nanson, Jackson and Peary oontinno to dovoto their energies in that direction, we shall not rest satisfied until tho entiro area of nearly a million and a half square miles has been faithfully delineated on our maps. But it Is an indisputable fact that there is much more than this to bo done iu tho south, for thoro is more than seven times that extent of undiscovered area, to bo explored, and although the Ant nrctio circlo has boon pierced in two or threo places, our geographical knowledge of that region is not only extremely limited, but may bo regarded as purely conjectural. In the Antarctic wo havo absolutely everything to learn.

Admiral A. II. Markham, R. In. North American 8, 9, 22c CONNOLLY WALLACE,.