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FLOUR Forget Not the Name. "Snow White." No more appro priate name could been chosen excellent expres The Merchants Mechanics Bank 420 Lackawanna Avenue. Capital $250,000 Surplus $150,000 Interest paid on savings deposits at the rate of 3 per cent per annum. Drafts and Letters of Credit issued, payable in all parts of the world. Accounts Solicited.

James J. Williams, President. A. J. Casey, V.

Pres. C. W. Gunster, Cashier. C.

S. SNYDER, The Only Dentist In the City Who is a Graduate in Medicine. 420 422 SPRUCE STREET. DR. DENTIST, 131 Wyoming next to Hotel Jermyn.

Residence 1760 Snudeison Ave. Dentistry in all its branches. Experienced, Practical and Scientific. Scranton Transfer Co, ALWAYS RELIABLE. All kinds of transfer work promptly and satisfactorily done.

Baggage cheeked at your house to its destination 1j. fe W. Passenger Station. Office Phone 625. TEETH.

Best J5.IMI Gold Crown 5.00 BilTer Filling 50 Gold Filling $1.00 Crown and bridge work a specialty. Absolute lj painless extraction. All work guaranteed tor ten years. DR. EDWARD RYER, Opposite Court House Open Wednesday and Saturday evenings.

CKAWANNA, "THE" AUNDRY. COS Penn ave. A. IS. Warman PERSONAL.

Mr. Thomas C. Trask, A. teacher of history in the Lenox avenue high school, New York, is the guest of his grandfather, Kev. T.

M. Cann. COMPANY INSPECTED Captain Kam back's Men on the Floor Last Xlaht. Company Thriteenth regiment. Captain J.

W. Kamback commanding, was inspected by Major W. S. Millar, at the armory, last night. The senior company of the regiment turned out a full complement of men and presented an excellent appearance.

The inspection was attended by Colonel Watres, Lieutenant Colonel Still well. Captain Atherton, Lieutenant Merriman and Lieutenant Gunster in full uniform, while a dozen or more line officers were present in citizens clothes. Company Captain Foote, will be inspected tonight. Members will report early with buttons, belt plates and shoes polished and without white collars. INVITED TO BINGHAMT0N Rev.

William Edgar, paster of the Providence M. E. church, has received an Invitation from a church in Bing hamton. Mr. Edgar has filled the statutory five years as pastor in Providence and his term expires this month, so that in all (probability his next charge will be in the Parlor City.

EIGHTH WARD CONTEST Transcript of Evidence Yesterday. was Filed Attorney M. J. McAndrew, who was the official stenographer in the Eighth ward nonstable election contest yesterday, filed the transcript of evidence with the clerk of courts. It comprises 549 pages of type written matter.

The contestant is John W. Walsh and the respondent Wm. H. Thomas. A NEW POSITION Mr.

Edward II. Lynde will Succeed Mr. Theo. Wolf. When Mr.

Theodore G. Wolf retires from the position of superintendent of the North rail mill, on May 1, a new position will be created. This will be superintendent of the entire North works and It will be filled by Edward H. Lynde, now superintendent of the north steel mill. II tllis excellent Jj 62 II fl01" So exPres' IJF 4L' sive and so sug uj ft gestive.

Just what 7jL it is, in looks and 1 purity. Ask your grocer for Jg fj trial sack of 25 lbs. It will 8 please you. WORKED jCUJE "GAME Forger Had No Trouble Passing bis Bogus Checks. HE VICTIMIZED MANY Would Maka a Purchase Amounting to Several Dollars Less Than the Cheek and Take the Change He Worked All the Towns of Central Pennsylvania Only to be Caught Here.

Detective arrested a man yesterday afternoon who has been working a very clever game in this and other cities? throughout the state. It is simply the uttering and passing of forged checks, and from all accounts the prisoner, who is supposed to be a Philadelphian by the name or has been living a life of ease and luxury from the proceeds of his pen. Miller, or Wilson, which is one of the prisoner's aliases, would draw a check for a certain, amount, forge the signature of a. prominent, firm or business fjnan to it. He would than visit a busi ness Place and make a purchase amounting to something less than, the face value of the check.

He would tender the check in payment and receive the difference in cash. In 'this manner he managed rto secure from $5 to $10 on. each check. He imust have secured $60 or $70 before being arrested. Detective Moir located his man in Parker's bicycle store on 'Spruce street.

had just completed a deal for a bi cycle under the name of 'M. Martin. In his hand was a bogus check for $6 with which he intended to pay for the wheel. When he was arrested he tore the check up and and threw the pieces away, but they were gathered' up and pasted together. The check was made payable to M.

Martin unid purported to have been signed by 'the Hunt Connell company. It was drawn on a Dime bank check blank. GAME WAS EASY. When searched a large bunch of blank checks from itowns all over the state were found. A check with the signature of the Casey Kelly Brewing company, drawn in favor of W.

C. Wilson for $30, was also found. A receipted bill from John H. Burgess, of Cedar avenue, of $10 for six dozen galvanized iron pails was also found. Wilson, or Miller, had purchased them for the Casey Kelly Brewing com panq, tendering in payment a check and receiving a cash balance.

He had ordered a carload of oats and two tons of grain from the Weston (Mill company, also using ithe brewing company's name. At Kellar Harris' harness shop he purchased a set of brass truck harness for the Hunt Connell company, receiving a bill for the same and paying by check. From Lorene Haber stroh he purchased blankets and brushes to the amount of $17.70. At all 'these places he would leave orders to have the goods delivered and take his change and depart. MA NT BLANK CHECKS.

A number of Philadelphia business cards were found in his pockets, which gives rise to the belief that he is originally from that city. Blank checks on the First National bank of Berwick, Lewisburg National bank, First National bank of Wilkes Barre, Danville National bank, First National bank of Altoona. West Side and Dime deposit banks of this city, were found. The man has probably victimized large number of business people who have not yet reported to the police. He has a business like appearance, is smooth shaven, and wears a suit of grey clothes and sack coat, and; a soft grey hat MAJOR MILLAR'S INSPECTION ITINERARY.

Commenced his Spring; Tour of the Third Brigade Last Sight Will be Completed by the Middle of June. Major W. S. Millar, inspector on the staff of General J. P.

S. Gobin, cotnman der of the Third brigade, commenced the arduous round of duties again last night and will be on the go again until the middle of June before he completes his work. Major Millar is the senior inspecting ofn cer of the state and his opinion in mat. ters military has considerable weight. He is probably the hardest worked official on the Third brigade staff and the annual tours of inspection are ordeals rather than pleasdre trips.

Major Millar has frequently thought of resigning and retiring to private life, but General Gobin would never listen to such a proposition so highly does he value the services of his efficient inspector. The following schedule of inspection dates will show how busy Major Millar will be Kept during the next two months Thirteenth regiment Company April 11, Scranton; Company April 12, Scranton; Company April 13, Scranton; Company April 14, Scranton; Company April IB. Scranton; Company April 17, Scranton; Company April 18t company April rt, Honesdale; Company I. April 20, Eastonr Company April 21. TUnkhannock; Company April 23.

Montrose; Company April 24, Scranton. Fourth regiment Company April 25, Pottsville; Company April 26, Harris, burg; Companies A and 1, April 27, Reading; Companies and April 28, Allen town; Company H. April 30, Lebanon; Company G. May 1, Pine Grove; Company May 2, Columbia; Company K. May 3, Lancaster; Battery May 4, Phoenix ville.

Eighth regiment Company May 14, York; Company May 15, Carlisle; Com. pany May 10, Chambersburg; Companies and May 17, Harrisburg; Governor's Troop, May IS, Harrisburg; Company May 1ft, St. Clair; Company H. May 21, Pottsville; Company May 22. Tamaqua; Company May 23, Ma.

hanoy City; Company May 24, Gir ardsville. Ninth regiment Company M. Mag 25, West Pittston; Company I. May 26, Ply. mouth; Compatles and May 28, Plttston: Companies and May Wilkes Barre; Company May 31, Wilkes Barre; Company June 1, Wa.

Asparagus Points 19c Coursen's finest French olive oil, 75c per bottle. G. T. French olive oil, 6oc per (bottle. Lucca olive oil, $2.50 per gallon.

Chico olives, 20c per bottle. Selected Queen Midget olives 12q per bottle. Mushrooms, 15c per can, 14s. Finest Rosebud sugar beets, 15c per can. Franklin Maine corn, 10c per can.

Fancy new maple sugar, 12c per lb. Sweet Blossom succotash, $1.50 per doz. Red kidney beans, 10c, 3 cans 25c. Asparagus tips, lSc' $2 doz. i g.

con THE SCRANTON REPUBLICAN, THURSDAY, APRIL 12. 1900. namie; Company June 2, Company June 4, Hazleton; Compan ies and June 5. Wilkes Barre. Twelfth resriment Comoanv H.

sTune 11 Lock Haven; Companies and June 12. WilliamsDort: Companies and June 13. WilliamsDort: Company Jun 14, Milton; Companies and K. June 15. Sunbury; Company June 1, Lewis.

burg; Company June 18, Danville. WOMAN STRUCK BY TRAIN A Leg Crushed So Badly That Ampn tatlon was Accessary. Mrs. Charles Minnich, a young wo man living at Bel lev ue, was struck by a Lackawanna train while crossing the track at that place shortly after 6 o'clock last evening. Her left leg was so badly crushed below the knee that amputation was necessary.

Dr. Walker was called and did all possible until Mrs. Minnich 'could be taken to the Moses Taylor hospital. where the operation was performed At a late hour she was resting comfortably. ANTI SALOON LEAGUE Supt.

Wo H. Williams has Headquar ters In This City. Eev. W. H.

"Williams, better known as "The Drummer Evangelist," late of Virginia, has been appointed Superin tendent of the Anti Saloon league of the Scranton district of Pennsylvania with headquarters in this city, and has begun his work. Last Sabbatn he addressed three meetings in Hallstead, He speaks tonight in the 4L E. church "ASS, REV. W. H.

WILLIAMS. In New Milford and next Sabbath in Susquehanna; Monday, April 16, Oak dale, in 'M. E. church. The Anti Saloon league has three de partments of work agitation, or education, law enforcement and legislation, with a platform "The Saloon Must Go The league is interdenomina tional ana ana omni pariisan.

it is represented in its organization with representative men in different parts of the county. Holy Tbnraday Flowers at Fine stock. Annex, 134 and 136 Washington avenue. lit! POLICE ARE READY FOR VACATIONS. Dates were Seleeted when the Finest will Take Their Annual Rest.

The policemen will really bellve that summer is close at hand now, for the annual drawing for choice of vacation dates took place at headquarters last night, previous to roll call. The vacation season for the bluecoats will open May 1 and close October 7. Following are dates: May 1 10 Patrolmen Duggan and Schmidt. May 11 20 Patrolmen Palmer, Walsh and Evans. May 21 30 Patrolmen Haggerty, Bo land and Potter.

May 31 June 9 Patrolmen Karius and Neuls. June 10 19 Patrolmen Hart, Perry and Goeriitz. June 20 29 Patrolmen Gscheidle, Hockenbury and McMullen. June 30 9 Patrolmen McCnlli gan and Thompson. July 10 19 Patrolmen Peters, Ross and Davis.

July 20 29 Patrolmen J. D. Thomas, Johler and Connery. July 30 August 8 Patrolmen Marker and Perry. August 9 1S Patrolmen Watkins, Quinnan and Peuster.

August 19 28 Patrolmen I. J. Jones, Collins and Sartor. August 28 Sept. 7 Patrolmen George Jones and Thomas Jones.

September 8 17 Patrolmen May, Sal try and Day. September 18 27 'Patrolmen Thomas Thomas, Feeney and Matthews. September 28 Oct. 7 Sloat, Lowry and Rodham. xne cupiain.

lieutenants ana sergeants will take their vacations during the same term, the dates to be arranged under a different schedule later. TELEPHONE SUPPLIES REACHING THE CITY. Lackawanna Company has Already Received Conduits Independent Companies Combine. The Lackawanna Telephone company is pushing work on its new quarters and rapidly getting ready to commence the laying of conduits and stringing of wires. During the past week supplies for the company have been arriving in the city and the company have leased the old Hand barn on Breck court, from John Mears for storage purposes.

Already a large amount of supplies have been stored there and more are expected daily. The new exchange will soon be ready for occupancy and will be one of the finest telephone headuuarters in this part of the state. Tuesday two thirds of the one hun dred independent telephone companies in the state were represented at an important confrence held for the purpose of organizing an independent telephone association of Pennsylvania and New Jersey for mutual advacement and ob taining long distance service. The or ganization was completed by electing the following officers: President, C. W.

Kline, Hazleton; vice president, Edward Davis, Philadelphia; recording secretary, H. B. McNulty, Chambersburg; financial secretary, S. H. Brown, Pittsburg; treasurer, Ward R.

Bliss, Chester. The Interstate Telegraph and Tele phone and the Telegraph.Telephone and Cable company of America will operate witn the local companies. George W. Beers, of New York citv. representing the 'latter company, was present and addressed the conference.

A committee on constitution and bylaws was appointed, and the executive committee consists of A. V. Dively, of Allina; George R. Bedford, of Wiikesr Barre; H. C.

Young, of Columbia; J. C. Laudes. of Norrlstpwn, and S. E.

Way land, of Scranton. East Lemon. April 10. The Junior League will give an Easter social in the church basement Saturday evening, April 14. Supper 10 cents.

All are invited to come and encourage the Juniors, as this is the first social given by them. The L. A. will 'meet at the home of Mr. and Mrs.

Loren L. Stark Thursday for dinner. All are welcome. Evidence Showed That Ludden was Drunk All the Day. THREATENED NUMBER OF MEN Took An Italian In Custody and Asked Men Employed at Jermyn Mine if be Should Shoot him Polled his Revolver on Fireman Powell who Struolr.

him Down Case of Prose cutlon Closed. The commonwealth's case against Thomas Ludden for the murder of Patrick Rafferty in Old Forge was closed yesterday when court adjourned. Thomas Powell, fireman at Jermyn No. 2, was the first witness called, who stated that he met Ludden on the afternoon of the shooting when some words occurred between them, Ludden drawing a revolver, and pointing it at witness, whereupon he knocked, him down. Ludden's head struck against a rail and he became unconscious.

He consulted with Mr. Edward Jermyn regarding the matter who advised that Ludden be arrested. Cross examined by Mr. Murphy he said that Ludden was very drunk when he saw him at 3:30 p. m.

HE THREATENED DAVIS. Thmoas P. Davis said he saw Ludden during the morning when he threatened to shoot him. Witness was working on the cages when Ludden came there and had Tony Commini gan under arrest. He pointed two revolvers at witness and ordered him to come down, an order which he obeyed with alacrity.

He then told witness that Comminigan had pulled a revolver on him. Later Ludden returned to the shaft with John Murran, the fireman. Witness told Ludden that Murran's place was in the fire room, but Ludden refused to, let Murran go. Pointing his revolver at Davis he directed him to go to the fire room and do the fire man's duties himself. Davis then went away and told Fireman Powell what had occurred.

John Allison corroborated Davis testimony. Dr. J. J. Timlin gave evidence re garding his examination of Rafferty after the shooting.

Thomas Stevenson testified that he saw Ludden after the shooting. BARBER ON THE STAND. Martin Barber, step son of Mathew Barber, testified that he was near the breaker on the day of the murder when Ludden came up to him and ordered him off the ground. He complied with the request but Ludden followed him armed with a revolver and prevented him from leaving. He declared that he would shoot him.

Some time after wit ness returned to the engine room and saw Ludden holding three men at bay. John Merritt corroborated Davis' tes timony regarding Ludden coming to the carriage with Comminigan in charge. He heard him demanding Davis to come down and saw him holding two revolvers. Afterwards Ludden said, "Shall I shoot this man?" pointing to Comminigan. Davis said: Ludden then went away and soon af terwards they heard the whistle blow, John H.

Evans and John Cannon corroborated. ITALIAN OFFICER'S STORY. Joe Rogers, a dusky Italian, who spoke fair English, said he was a special officer, and said he saw Thomas Ludden the afternoon of the murder. Ludden wanted to take him out of the bouse and when, he refused, Ludden. afterwards took out his revolver.

He resided in Scavo's house and Ludden came there in the evening about 6 o'clock. Considerable difficulty was experienced with witness' evidence ow ing to irrelevant matters introduced When he went to the engine house Raffertv and McKenna told him to remain outside or he would be shot. He then heard three shots fired in the engine room and about five minur.es af terwards he went in. It was darK but he saw Rafferty lying on the floor. He saw Ludden who was being held by wo men.

He assisted in arresting Ludden who was taken to the Old Forge lockup. Cross examined by Mr. Murphy wit ness denied that he opened Ludden's coat' and looked at his star and said that it was no good. He also denied that he had threatened to shoot Ludden at the house. He did go upstairs to get his club.

His wife and other women would not let him go out as they were afraid that Ludden would shoot him. He afterwards went overdo Ttafferty's house and told him that Ludden had in ulted him. Married Last Evening. Mr. Willard W.

Toney and Miss Mae Baker were married by Rev. Dr. R. F. Y.

Pierce at the Penn avenue Baptist church parsonage yesterday at noon. Mr. and Mrs. Toney will live hereafter at Elizabeth, N. J.

MYSTIC CHAIN NOTES At last meeting of Scranton castle 137, Knights of the Mystic Chain, the by laws were thoroughly revised, some very important changes being made. Next meeting three or four candidates will be initiated and on Sunday evening first (Easter Sunday), the castle will attend divine service in a body at the Sumner avenue Presbyterian church, when Sir Knight Rey. F. J. Millman will preach an appropriate sermon.

Petersburg castle Provi dence castle 43 and Green Ridge castle will be largely represented. Jermyn castle 162, Jermyn, at Easter Greeting Candelabras, Candle Sticks, Silver, Glass and Combination of Cut Glass and Silver, Candles, Holders and Shades, Flower Vases and Rose Bowls in Bohemian, Venetian, Austrian or Cut Glass. A choice collection at moderate prices. UAH GEO. V.

MILLAR CO. 134 Wyoming Avenue. "Walk in and look around. i tended morning service at the M. E.

church there on Sunday last. Pioneer City castle 205. of dale, paid a fraternal visit to Jermyn castle in a body on Tuesday evening, April 10th, and were partakers of the hospitality of 162, it being their annual entertainment and social. P. C.

W. Gibbs was not able to be present this time, owing to a severe attack of bronchitis. UNKNOWN MAN FOUND DEAD ON A CULM PILE. Body of C. A.Warren ot Gloversvllle Dlonvered by a Young; Man Named Hopkins Had Evidently Been Asphyxiated.

The body of a man supposed to be Charles A. Warren. of Glovers ville, N. was found at 6 o'clock yesterday morning on the culm dump of the Pine Brook colliery at Sand Banks. A young man named Hopkins, living in the vicinity, found the body while crossing the dump.

The culm dump is on fire at this point and when Hopkins turned the body over he was horrified to see that the entire left side of the body was burned. The coroner was notified and he directed that the body be removed to Barrett's undertaking establishment where he proposed to hold an autopsy. It is supposed that Warren lay down on the culm dump to sleep and that death was due to the inhaling of gaseous odors, the fire eating through the culm to his body. There have been a number of similar fatalities in this region. At 5 o'clock the previous evening Warren visited the house of Mr.

Decker on Mineral street about 100 feet from the tragedy. He was apparently cheerful, stated that he would start to work for M. T. Keller In the morning and that when he first came here he had worked for T. J.

Johnson, painter, lodging at the Grand Central hotel. Deceased was aged about 55 years and told Mrs. Decker that he had a sister and two children living at Gloversvllle. N. Y.

Chief Robling was notified of the finding of the body and at once took steps to ascertain the address of his relations. See Clark's Add in this issue. Ilt4 Footwear For Easter. Men's Fine Patent Leather Shoes high and Oxford shapes $3.50 to $6.00. The new patent leather, button, flat in front, will be much worn by dressy young men.

Women's Fine Shoes very finest grades, strictly high class in every lespect, light and heavy weight; high shoes or Oxfords $2.00 and up. Also, tne well Jtnown S. S. Special equal to the best of ordinary $3.50 shoes here at $3.00 a pair. Boys' Shoes in all leathers, all sizes and all widths; stylish and substantial; the best made.

Cnmm rm far vfinrMl tm. rAt. nothing to look. Schank Spencer 410 Spruce St. Stationery and Cards.

Hurd's New Cadet Gray. R. E. PRENDEROAST, Stationery, Engraving, Office Supplies. 207 Washington Scranton, Pa.

tooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo GOLDSMITH'S BAZAAR (PC QP For Women's and Misset' Home lyDiwU spues, fly front Jackets, Bomaine lined skirt, with the latest bos pleat; colors browns, blues and grays. rtJQ QQ For Suits of Covert Cloth, all wool iDwiUU Homespuns and Jackets either tight fitting, fly front or the latest cut, and Jackets silk dJIO QQ For Suits that are pnt together in wlfciOU the very best manner; fine all wool materials; tight fitting, Eton or ets; skirts in the inverted or of the leading shades. BUSINESS NOTICES. The Beautiful Easter Flowers At Morel green houses Is one of the grand sights of Easter week No one should miss the opportunity of seeing the iflne display of many colored beauties. All are welcome.

But go very soon, aa they ai selling fast. You will never regret seeing the hundreds and thousands of many colored flowers, such as Easter lilies, and they are the finest in the city; hydrangeas, narcissus, spirea, hyacinths; also daffodils and tulips, in pans cermer arias, crimson ramblers and other plants too numerous to mention here. But don't forget to see our new novelty crocuses planted in egg shells, very cute little plants with their many colored flowers. You should see them. They have also a fine lot of choice cut flowers, carnations, roses, and we think it will pay you to go there for your 'Easter flowers, as they dispose of all their stock at the green houses, doing away with the heavy expense of a downtown store.

Come one, come all, to Morel 624 East Market street. Green Ridge. People's car half block from door. 10 12 13 Nettleton's Dress Shoes For ladies and gentlemen. Popular prices.

Washington avenue next to Connell building. Ilt4 Oriental Rugs and Carpets. At Michaelian store, 124 Washington avenue. Our spring importation is unusually large and fine. It will pay you to see and select from this fine collection.

Desirable offices, with and without vaults, for rent in The Republican building. Location finest, most conve neint; low rents. See Janitor. mi 1 PRUNES Five Pounds, 25c. Joyce, Cat Price Grocer.

718 720 W. Lacka. Ave. 5 The Clothes We Make Fit the man as the feathers fit the bird. The make, style, fit, finish and prices are all perfect.

Oar Spring Stock is now awaiting your inspection. Be glad to see you any time. King: Miller Merchant Tailor and Tailor. Phone 3774. 435 Spruce Street WHY BUY 5 of F.

L. CRANE. BECAUSE You will find the largest assortment of LADIES' SUITS, JACKETS, CAPES, SILK WAISTS, RAINY DAY SKIRTS, WATER PROOF SKIRTS. MISSES' SUITS and JACKETS, CHILDREN'S JACKETS, to be found in this city. Also a large assortment of Washable Shirt "Waists.

You will find all garments dependable in style, fit and finish, and prices as low as possible. "We invite you to call. 324 Lackawanna Avenue. SWELL SUITS For "Easter." When we tell you this it is not said5 with a spirit of pomposity that we are the only people on earth; there are others, but whether they have them as good or better, that we will leave for you to judge. A Few of the Kinds: $14,98 ship.

Cloths made Tailor Venetians, Cheviots and Broadcloths, in blacks and colors. In many places yon will pay $20.00 for no better. in QQ fr very high grade Tailor made PluiUU Suits. Jackets lined throughout with the best of silk. Skirts and Jackets either plain or appliqued.

Tight or loose fitting Jackets with rolling or standing Medici Eton; Skirts of lined. $21.98 to ments that were fly front Jack box pleats. All for us. Strictly Extra Fancy Elgin Creamery Butter 23c per pound. Clarke Bros.

Spring and Summer. You certainly need a ne Suit and Spring Overcoat. You want the best material, a guaranteed fit in other words, an up to date stylish rig. We refer you to a real live man who understands his business and can show you the largest, best selected stock outside of New York. Call on JAHES ilOIR 400 Lacka.

Ave. JUSTICES OF THE PEACE end Con. stables get all law blanks at the Republican office. Prices defy competition. made Costumes that will surprise you lor beauty of workman from Scotch Bannockburna, $34.98 made and for your choke of some choice gar designed expressly.