The Tribune from Scranton, Pennsylvania • Page 2

French Serge, Striped Serge, Chiffon Panamas, Striped Panamas, French Voile. in Black, Blue, 3rown Stripes. ft THE TRADE BOARD SCORES SCHOOL MEN Report, as Predicted by Republican, Condemns Business Methods. At the regular monthly meeting of the Carbondale Board of Trade last night, the committee appointed to investigate the school district, affairs made its report. It practically covers the ground set forth in the Republican.

The chief recommendations are for the people to see at the coining elections that fit men are put in office, and for an increase in the tax levy, although the possibility of criminal and civic prosecution is pointed out. The report was accepted and read by the committee. It follows: Board of Trade, Carbondale Pa. Gentlemen: Tour committee, appointed at the last meeting to investigate school affairs, acting in conjunction with committees from the Business Men's Association and the Taxpayers' Protective Association, beg leave to report as follows: It has been established: That Collector Fierce disappeared 'March 3d owing the school district, approximately, $10,500., which he had collected but failed to turn over; That two forged bonds one for 1906 and one for 1907 constitute the only security in the possession of the school pp How much meat you ought to eat de pends upon your daily employment. The Styles Are Butterfly Suits, Prince Chap Suits, Dip Front Coat Suits, Single Breasted Suits, Double Breasted Suits, Close Fitting Suits, Cutaway Suits.

Lined with Taffeta or Fine Satin. $9.75 upon information from our counsel that to get the case through Equity court would probably take until next October. In the meantime, two direc tors elect, whose terms could not possl bly be affected by the action, will be seated, and a possible future delay would bring us close to another elec tion, at which voters will have a chance to remedy matters. If, how ever, the bond litigation discloses guilt on the part of the directors prosecu tion should follow. The school board members Inter viewed by our committee disclaim any knowledge as to who substituted forged bonds for the good ones In the board's safe.

While it is the opinion of your committee that it could have been done without collusion with a member or members of the board, there seems to To fhe Beef Eatersj lr you are not shoveling dirt, gik. better eat sparingly of the flesh, foods. You can get more muscle making nutriment out of Shredded Wheat with less tax upon the digestive organs. And the difference in cost will also add to your comfort. Try it.

For breakfast heat the Biscuit in oven, pour milk over it (hot milk in winter) and a little cream. If you like the Biscuit for breakfast you will like toasted TRISCUIT (the Shredded Wheat wafer) for luncheon cr any meal with butter, cheese or marmalade. At your grocers. 75 Stunning $15 Suits Marked at Quick Clearance Tn Double Breasted, Single Breasted, Prince Chap, Cutaway. board, though at least two members of the board have expressed their willingness to testify in court that good bonds for these years, from the Title Guaranty and Surety Company, of Scranton, were once in possession of the board; That the Surety Company will impart no information whatever, neither denying nor admitting that it issued bonds for the aforementioned years; That former Treasurer Copeland served ten months of his term without being required to give a bond, according to the law, and that at the instigation of your committee his resignation was brought about upon his failure to produce a bond acceptible to the board's attorney.

The foregoing dlrelietlons of duty coupled with the board's failure to provide adequate fire protection, until prompted by a committee of citizens, its gross negligence, absolute lack of business methods and its general incompetency, convinced your committee that action should be commenced in court with a view of ousting the entire board from office. The "ousting" action was deferred FOLLOWING COLORS Copenhagen, Navy Blue, Golden Brown, Blondine, Two Tone Stripes. EPSTEIN'S FAMOUS OF FREE ALTERATIONS Why when you buy an Epstein's Suit you buy it with our guarantee label regardless of these pronounced reductions. Additional saving to you from $3.00 to $5.00. 423 Lacka.

Ave. 423 Lacka. Ave. i be little chance of ascertaining the facts outside of a criminal action against Pierce of a suit against the Surety company; the instituting of such action is a function of the school board alone. As far as your committee is able to learn, gaining its information from various sources, the financial condition of the district is as follows: Liabilities.

Bonds, $60,200.00 Nbte of Pioneer Dime Bank, 10,000.00 Unpaid bills, 6,720.00 M. M. Bank, overdrafts, 3,700.00 Teachers, and janitors' salaries for March, r. Teachers' and janitors' salaries, and other expenses for April, May and June, (estimated) 12,000.00 Fire extinguishers 2S9.00 Fire escapes, contract let, 1,486.00 Interest on bonds held by C. M.

B. A 380.00 Other bond interest due June 1st. 1,200.00 Total Assets. Due on 1907 duplicate $23,000.00 Due on 1906 duplicate 9,000.00 Due from Pierce 10,500.00 In sinking fund 1,897.00 Cash on hand 26.67 Less estimated exonerations 6,000.00 $39,423.67 Liabilities in excess of resources $59,951.33 The assessed valuation of the district is $2,954,125, and the constitutional debt is two percent of this, or $59,062. Thus it will be seen that the fiscal year will close with the district slighjly more in debt than the law allows, and a good deal more, if the Pierce shortage cannot be recovered.

Your committee also finds the school board censureable in giving its committee power to act in the purchasing of books, supplies, fuel, and in school repairs, instead of letting contracts In open meeting. Although we have offered counsel to assist the board's attorney in proceeding against the deplorable financial status of the district and to the run down condition of the school buildings, together with the board's failure to provide an adequate sinking fund, your committee recommends an increase in the tax levy of from three to five mills. (Respectively sumbitted, Marcus Frieder, Frank E. Burr, M. D.

Lathrope. "Generally debilitated for years. Had sick headaches, lacked ambition, was worn out and ail run down. Burdock Blood Bitters made me a well woman." Mrs. Chas.

Freitoy, Moosup, Conn. MORE BOND TROUBLES. Discussion in Common Council Over Mayor's Recommendation. The regular session of the con) mon council was held last evening and proved to be the most interesting one held by that body in some time. A resolution introduced by Mr.

Gallagher to the effect that the delinquent tax collector furnish a bond in the sum of $5,000, for the protection to the city of the moneys collected by him, caused a very heated debate which lasted upwards of two hours. When the resolution was introduced the question was raised as to whether this bond as city treasurer did not also cover Hhe delinquent taxes, but the city solicitor, whose opinion was asked, suggested that an additional bond be secured as a safeguard. The matter was fully discussed in all its its different and complex phases, and the measure was finally tabled until the next meeting. This resolution is in conformity with the recommendations of Mayor Sahm to councils In his inaugural message, and it will probably be passed at the next meeting. An ordinance providing for a sewer on Belmont street, north of Clarke avenue, was referred to committee, as was also one providing for the erection of a fire hydrant at the Intersection of Gilbert street and Summit avenue.

After passing on several minor matters the meeting adjourned. Not until the final hearing in the mandatory injunction suit of several residents of Carbondale will a move be made to put out the fire in the workings of the Finn Coal which is the owner and operator of the mine in the fire has been raging, and which is the defendant in the suit. Judge B. C. Newcomb presided at the hearing of the injunction sui of John McCabe against W.

G. Scurry and Belle Scurry, the executors of the estate of the late Daniel Scurry, and W. W. Watts, executor of the estate of the late W. E.

Watts, who are the owners of the mine leased to the Finn Coal Co. Attorneys for all of the defendants filed demurrers to the statement of the plaintiffs, alleging that they were the proper parties against whom to bring the suit in equity. Judge New comb's opinion as handed down yes terday, sustained the demurrers of W. Watts, executor of the estate of the late W. E.

Watts, and of W. G. Scurry and Belle Scurry, executors of the estate of the late Daniel Scurry, The demurrers of the Finn Coal Co and of W. W. Watts were overruled by the court.

The defendants have been in court themselves endeavoring to have court decide whose duty it is to put the fire out, the Finn Coal Co alleging that the Are was in the mine THE SCR ANTON REPUBLICAN. TUESDAY. APRIL 28, 1908. CAN'T POT OUT FIRE Connolly Wallace Connolly Wallace Scfanton's Shopping Center. An After Easter Clearance Sale of Women's and Misses' Suits at Prices That Even Astonish Us UNTIL CASE IS DONE Without stretching a point in any direction, we may say that never In the history of this store have we had a better or more satisfacty pre Easter business in women's suits.

Not only was the vohime of sales greater, but those who bought insisted on having the highest qualities and the very best styles. Many of our high grade lines are for a quick clearance. The accompanying prices will give you an idea as to what we have done to the original selling figures For WEDNESDAY i 7.50 1 More to Extinguish Blaze in Workings .50 of Finn Coal Co. Must Come After Injunction Hearing. Women wishing expert corset advice should consult Miss Pendleton, Red fern Corsetiere, who is now here.

Miss Pendleton will be pleased to demonstrate the merits of Redfern Corsets and will also give free fittings. Tuesday, April 28. CAN'T PLACE RESPONSIBILITY PURANTEED VALUE UP TO $30. H7 SEE WINDOW SEE WINDOW SUITS MADE OF I SUITS MADE OF when they leased it from the execu tors of the Watts estate and the Scurry estate. In the opinion Judge Newcomb states that he cannot grant a mandatory injunction asking for preliminary relief upon a preliminary hearing, but that he would entertain the motion upon a final hearing, which would be done.

South Side. John Maier, of 823 Cherry street, a carpenter in the employ of the Lackawanna railroad, who met a tragic death yesterday by coming in contact with a live wire while at work, is well. known on this side. The accident hnnnp.nprl Rnnn aftar 8 o'clock and by heroic efforts Maier was kept alive, but it was realized by the doctors the case was honelpss and he expired before noon. The deceased was a man of good character and standing in the com munitv and was hut fnrtv.throo win of age.

Besides his wife, the following children survive: Mrs. Edward Kroll, the Misses Kate, Rose and Louise. Messrs. Gustav. Alfrprf anrt Archibald.

Two brothers also survive, Charles, of this city, and Julius Maier, of Newark, N. J. No arrangements have as yet been made for the received' TTOM Following the celebration of mass at St. Mary's church on Sunday, at which Rev. Peter Christ was assisted by Rev.

George Forve, a class of 85 children, which had been prepared and instructed by the sisters for the oc casion, was given the sacrament of holy communion. The clasa was preceded to the altar rail by the cross bearer and strains of appropriate and impressive music were rendered by the choir, led by Prof. Ackerman. The following were the children: Wilhelmlnia Albrecht, Helen Alles, Wilhelinina Albrecht, Helen Alles, lingmeier, Paulina Beidlingmeier, Viola Bentele, Mary Blue, Theresia Kast mann, Katie Gehrens, Sybilla Heider, Mabel Heintz, Sophia Housser, Mary Jager, Mary Jacobs, Frances Graff, Mary Kaufmann, Mary Klinger, Ida Kuehner, Madeline Kuehner, Mary Kohl, Annie Lorenz, Mary Martin, Anna PhiliDD. Florence Polt, Agnes Kehm, Agnes Raminger, Alma Grace Schieber, Louisa Schraner, Hilda, Scholl, Mary Sohns, Florence Schaefer, Clara Sossong, Catherine Spltzer, Helen Steinbach, Elizabeth Stelnmetz, Mary Weller, Malburga Woelkers, Mary Zeller, Edward Altman, Melchoir Akermann, Fred Andress, Fred Bon nert.

Joseph Bluege. Frank F. Buck, Francis Dehner, Edward Deitzer, Geo. Fisch. John Fischer.

Joseph Frlck, William Grambo, Clarence Greenfield, Robert Greenfield, Walter Hamm, John Hirschler, Philip 'Huss, Joseph Klein, Fred Keller, Leo J. Klos, Anton Kraus, Joseph Loasdorf, August Mendick, Edward Meyers, Albert Michaell, Peter Michaell, Joseph Martens, Chas. Mi er. Charles Noll. William Olesno wldh, Edgar J.

Phillipp, Robert Pol ster. Edmund Reif, Frank A. Korrlck, William Rorrick, Joseph Roedel, Jos. Scheuermann, Fred Schneider, Frank Schrieber, Theodore Straub, William Stlcht, Henry Trapper, Clement Weln schenk, Leo Walkers and Martin Win termantel. TONIGHT'S PROGRAMME.

Thft Tnnirpr Mnpnnprnhnr has com pleted all preparations for its 12th an nngl nnnrprt nnrt dance which will take place in Germania hall on Cedar avenue this evening. The following programme has been prepared: tn TonrlkllOfhtsliprl IT.lldwi? Thuille); (b) Singean Voglein Singe (E. Tanwitz). Junger Maennercnoir. Soprano solo (Benberg).

jvjympns nd Fawns. Miss Martha Owens. Feed Little "Chicks" Right if you want them fo develop into 'strong, well formed, egg produc ing chickens. DICKSON'S LITTLE CHICK FEED is the one feed best suited to promote the healthy growth of little chickens. Dickson Mill Grain Co.

PROVIDENCE ROAD. Timely Sale of Men's and Women's $3.50 Umbrellas at $2.50 Provide for the rainy days ahead with one of these handsome Umbrellas and at the same time save a dollar. A very special and timely sale of 500 newly made up Umbrellas of an extra fine quality, at $2.50 that are a $3.50 value in every way. Shown in a great assortment of neat boxwood handles, with covers made of an excellent grade of pure taffeta silk that will give the best kind of service. All made with eight ribs, giving them a stronger and better appearance than the average umbrella, which is seven ribbed.

Splendid value, indeed, at this special price of $2.50. Men's Light Weight Underwear in a Host Extensive Variety Temperature rising! Summery weather! Men are dropping their heavy, winter underwear for the cooler and lighter weight garments. Give fit as much consideration as weight in selecting. Then you will not be annoyed on hot, sultry days with loose, ill shaped garments. Fitting men perfectly that's one of the first reasons why this underwear store has reached such large proportions.

Offering such extensive varieties is another. Matters not whether you be tall or short, thin or stout, you will find underwear here that will suit your taste and fit like a glove. At 50c a garment, there are fine Balbriggan, white gauze (short and long sleeves), athletic drawers, knee and ankle length drawers, nainstok coat shirts with knee drawers to match and Spalding running pants. At $1.00 a garment, white and ecru lisle and white mercerized coat shirt3 with knee drawers to match also white and ecru lisle at $1.50. Lisle Union Suits in white and ecru, long and short sleeves, ank'i and knee lengths, at $1, $1.50, $2 and $2.50.

Special agents for Ramie Linen Mesh and Dr. Taeo er's Wool Underwear, nriced according tn size. 1 0 Connolly Wallace Connolly Wallace SPRING STYLES HATS Italian ballad (Richard Genee). Junger Maennerchor. Baritone solo, Soldier's Song (Mas caronl).

Wm. W. Watklns. Der Lenz 1st Gekommen ins Lar rende Land (Heinrich Schrader). Schwelzer Maennerchor.

Soprano solo, II Bacio (Arditte). Miss Martha Owens. Das 1st der Tag des Herrn. Scran ton Saengerrunde. Duet, Night Hymn at Sea (Thomas.) Junger Maennerchor.

OBITUARY. Mrs. Bridget McKune, a lady of many esteemed qualities, passeu away on Sunday arternoon ai me home of John Brune, 616 Beech street. The funeral will take place at 9 a. m.

tomorrow. The funeral or John Gavin too place at 9 o'clock yesterday morning from the parental residence, 1523 Pres pect avenue. The remains lay in a massive oak casket until the hour for services, which included a requiem ass in St. John cnurcn, iiev. su.

d. Melley officiating. Interment was iade in Dunmore Catholic cemetery. The pallbearers were: Patrick Bur dish, William Dodson. William tso lnnd.

John Ruddy. John Dolan and John B. O'Malley. The funeral of Thomas Aieuuire, 'ho died Saturday, will take place at 9 o'clock this morning from the family residence, 61S Orchard street. Five unnritrp as follows: Patrick.

Ed ward, Michael, John and James. Ser vices will be held in isauviiy cnurcn onrl tntprment will be made in the Cathedral cemetery. NUBS OF NEWS. Mr. and Mrs.

Charles Kirst, of 1101 edar avenue, lhave announced the engagement of their daughter Laur etta to Josepn Kaaer, a wennnown young resident of this side and book keener at the Lackawanna brewery. The wedding will take place in June. Thomas Hill, of 535 Hemlock street. met with a peculiar accident Saturday nd will be laid up tor some time. Comet lodge.

Knights of Pythias, meets in Hartman's hall this even ing ERFECT CONFIDENCE, Scranton People Have Good Reason for Complete Reliance. Do you know how To find quick relief from backache; To correct distressing urinary ills; To surely cure sick kidneys? Just one way your neighbors know Have used Doan's Kidney Pills; Have proved their worth in many tests. Here's Scranton testimony: Miss Mary Lutz, living at 1310 San derson avenue, Scranton, says: "I gave a statement recommending Doan's Kidney Pills in 1896, and am glad at this time to confirm all I then said. For some time previous to using them I suffered from backache and a weakness of the kidneys. I went to Matthews drug store and purchased a box of Doan's Kidney Pills.

They proved to be the remedy I required and gave me the best of results." (From statement given April 13, 1904), PERMANENT PROOF. On September 28, 1907, Miss Lutz confirmed her previous statement, saying: "I am glad to contirm the statement in favor of Doan's Kidney Pills which I gave some years ago, as I think just as highly of the remedy. I have appealed to their use on one or two occasions since, when feeling slight returns of the trouble, and they have always given me satisfactory results." For sale by all dealers. Price B0 cents. Foster Mllburn Buffalo, N.

sole agents for the United States. Remember the name Doah's and take no other. Meyers Mansfield HATTERS FURNISHERS 408 SPRUCE STREET Dr.H.S. Phillips Conl Exrlinnge Building, Wyoming Scranton, Tit. Established eight years.

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Sunday, 0 to 10, 1 to 3. Night and Day Signs over the great factories of Scranton would be the means of calling the attention of travellers on the trains to the fact that Scranton is and will be a great Commercial Center. The only Night and Day Sign is an Electric Sign with its skeleton letters white against the sky by day and blazing the name into the night. The cost being known is as nothing compared to the benefits it will bring. Ask our Representative.

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