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Melvin, Dolores Melvin, Margaret Fltz. pihimons, Joseph Buokwater, Hrntze, Jay Dwyer, Thoma end Joseph Dwyer, Marjori Jerome Norton of Lincoln street. Mr. Libudjeskl i president of council. Some time ago Mr.

Llbudjeski's chll hand. PITTSTON Market and South Main Street Sell Phone 721 MOVEMENT UNDER WAY FOR NEW PITTSTON HOTEL Agitation Staged By Commerce Chamber PITTSTOX, Oct. 4. A movement is being opened by the Chamber of Commerce officials to renew activities in the Interest of a new hotel for Fitt sion. Two years ago the agitation for a new hotel was predominant in the city and hundreds of residents subscribed for stock.

Plans been prepared for a six story, hotel building, and the Chamber of Commerce hotel committee were about to take an option on a site in Central city when outlaw strikes of the mine worker upset the plans. With business back to normal again the members of the chamber qf commerce feel that the time is again ripe to broach the subject and put the project across. William A. Conlon, secretary of the Chamber of Commerce announced today that the matter will be taken up for discussion at a meeting of the board of directors which will be held on Thursday afternoon, Pittston city for years has been sorely need of a modern hotel to meet' with the convenience of the traveling public. At present traveling men haveto make their headquarters at Scranton or Wilkes Barre hotels while displaying their merchandise to Pittston merchants, The Dime bank, which purchased the Evans property at South Main and Dock streets several months ago, have laid aside the bank hotel building proposition for further consideration.

An official of the bank who was interviewed today, stated the bank purchased the property for an Investment. At a recent meeting of the board of directors of the bank the erection of the hotel bank building was discussed and then pidgenn holed. The bank already has plans and specifications for the erection of the hotel building on the acquired site, but it will, be some time before definite action is Uken on the proposition. I The Wyoming Valley Hotel with s' vty rooms and the Ncwrose Hotel forty eight sleeping rooms are at all times. Corn Roas PITTSTON.

Oct. 4 Mr. and Mrs. Pascoe, of Vine streen enter taJned a large company of friends at a corn and weiner roast at their farm in Exster township, recently. Those present were: nnd Henry Bmwn.

Mr. and Thomas Evans. Mr. and Mr. John D.

Thompson. Mr. and Mr. brtcol. O'iver nrt wn.

Mrw Doris Lalfd. Jean Thompso i. Hs nnnh Evan, Xr? Caroline Brown. Mers. Plows William.

H. Naylor. Henry Robtn son. William Evans. Bruce Thompson an.

Oo Srkol. ff Puryea: Mr. and Mrs. Alfred R.yner, Misae. Marian Kayner.

Haiel Phillips. Anna Jones and Ruth Her. ner of KmOn: MUj Hetty Wilbur, of voca: James Tl.irr, of Parsons: Mr and Mrs Fred FfcUUr, Geortre Lynn. Misses Pearl Millar nnl Ruth HaJle'lne, of Muehettown: William Nicholson. or Wyoming Mrs.

Edward TJrovn, Giles and anels hrowi. Mr. and Mrs. James Richard on. Miss Thelma Rkhardson, nunon ream.

Glenville and Doris KniRlit. ssea Shirley and Mildred Snyder and Robert Snyder, of Exeter Township; Mr. enri Mrs. William Munsie. Mr.

jind Mrs. John Moriran, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Lewis, William Hoa. Mr.

and Mrs Harry Sickle Misses Maraaret Williams. Margaret P'o'lder. Leon Bridican. Grace lirady, r.en anil Ruth Fasoo Pearl r.oodrirh. xtfsr James Brf lie.

John Maahw orco an? Wi'llom P.ucoe. Sarte Paoe, John Jones. Merlon Shales. Mr and Mrs. John C.

Shales, Mr. and William Pascoe. Ellofi Shupp. Norman Heal, and Harry Slcislet, of PitVtM. MICHAEL FARRELL IS LAID AT FINAL REST PITTSTON, Oct.

4. The fujneral of the late Michael Farrell was jield this morning at 9 o'clock from the family home. 137 Chapel street; "and wa largely attended. At 9:30 o'clock requiem mass was sung In St. Mary's Catholic church by Rev.

George J. Interment was made In St. Mary's cemetery. The casket bearets were: Michael McHale, Michael McGarry, Charles Gilmartln. Peter Cawley, John Kcarns and William Clark.

Right Leg Broken PITTSTON, Oct. 4. Caught beneath i fall of rock while at work In the Westmoreland colliery of the Lehigh Valley Coal company, John Tyslc, 52, of Shoemaker avenue, Wyoming received a fracture of the right leg. He Is receiving treatment at the Pitts ton hospital. Variety Shower PITTSTON, Oct.

4. Mrs. Nellie FiusimmoiiR, of Railroad street, entertained Saturday evening at a variety shswr in honor of Mr. and Mrs. ieorge Sunk, of Parsons.

Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. orge Sunk. Mrs. Mary Cuskk, Helen, Agnes and Joseph Cusick, Catherine Surah McAfee and Anthony Ruddy, Parsons: Mrs.

John McGlnty, Ro lnain McGlnty, of Inkermati; James Moughan, Thomas Connollyj Phillip iallagher, Mary and Catherine Cavan augh, Ashley Patrick ITaggerty, Plains; Leo P.ellly, Sugar Notch; Mrs. P. Roche, Mrs. T. Ludden, Mrs.

P. 1wler, Mrs. Fred Hentze, Mra. James McAndrew, Mrs. Joe Melvin, Mrs.

Fitz simmons, Catherine, Anna and.Margaret Roche, Margaret Bentley, i. parlors. Miss P.nrH PaWr rxt UAt i't i and Misses Margaret and Janet Ren nie, of this city, have gone to Las Vegas, New Mexico, to Spend the Winter. Mr. and Mrs.

John Granahan, of 32 Norman street nr. days In Philadelphia. Ants have, in their cities, granaries, dairies, play rooms and rooms in which other insects are kept as pets. HOW THE PILGRIM MOTHER Kept Her Family in Good Health A statue to the Pilgrim MoCber was recently unveiled at Plymouth TUESDAY MORNING, DIPTBERIA GAINS IN DICKSON CIT Twenty One Cases Reported in Mid Valley Borough Five Children in One Family Stricken With Disease. Dickson City is facing an erMemic of diptheria.

Another cas was reported to the health authorities of the town yesterday, bringing the total number of cases to twenty one. Last week a score of persons were stricken ill with the disease and with th appearance of the new case yesterday, the situation bee inn to tike on rt alarming aspect. Five children in one family re reported suffering from diphtheria. These are children of Max Llbudjeski, dren were attacked and bitten by a white poodle dog. the pet of the family.

The animal went mad and before It was killed had bitten practically the entire family. No cause has been arrived at for the appearance of the disease, health authorities said. The outbreak follows closely on tli heels of the appearance of the disease in West Scranton. The situation In West Scranton however, is well in LOCAL GIRL LEAYES FOR MIAMI JO AID IN RELIEF OF DISTRESSED PITTSTON. Oct.

4.Miss Margaret daughter "of. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Burke, of Exeter avenue, West Pittston, left yesterday for Miami.

Fla to serve as a Red Cross worker In relieving the distress of reople who lost their homes In the recent hurricane disaster in the Southern city. Miss Burke was graduated from Prexel Institute, Philadelphia, and later was In charge, of the cafeteria service at the Y. at Bing hamton, X. Y. During the last year she had been doing welfare work for the Wilkes Barre' charities.

16 YEAR OLD GIRL IS NABBED FOR: SHOPLIFTING PITTSTON. Oct. 4.A sixteen year old girl was arrested shortly after noon today by Tatrolman John Fallon charged with shoplifting at Wool worth's Store. When taken to police headquarters and questioned by Mavor W. H.

Gillespie, the girl admitted stealing articles from Woolworth's and also the Bostxin Store. A search warrant was made out and when the home" of the girl was searched by City Detective James Price, it revealed a 1hxa mnntiiv dry goods and other merchandise which evidently nan neen stolen. The girl is being held for further investigation. Local merchants report the loss of thousands of dollars merchandise in a year. BBITIT1IS John Shatronsky, 7, of 12 Meade street, Sebastopol, is receiving treatment at the Pittston Hn.nital severe brush burns of the body, incurred Saturday evening hon nn down by an automobile.

Judge Coughlin will address the meeriner of th Vfleiri Association which will be held Thurs day anernoon at 3 o'clock in the Dr. Charles Kuschel, is 111 at hi? home on Susquehanna avenue, West Pittston. Miss Mae Armstrong, of New York City, Is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Mary Weaver, of Exeter avenue. Mrs.

J. K. Griffith, and sister Miss Josephine Kerr, of Susquehanna avenue, are spending a few weeks at Cup May. N. J'.

George Smiles, is seriously ill at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Raymond Houclc on Warren street. LOCAL BUTCHERS WANT HALF DAY WEDNESDAYS Local butchers have started a movement, it was learned for a half holiday on Wednesday every month in the year. The butchers receive a half holiday during June, July, August and September and are after an extension of the Summer schedule to include the twelve months. Members of the craft point out that practically every other trade unionist, in addition to Sundays, receive a half day off during the week.

Rock, Mais. Through her wa Honor every pioneer woman who endured privation and hard Ehlps that a nation might live. Shoulder to shoulder with her husband she built a home la the wilderness and reared her sturdy sons and daughters. She cooked and sewed. She spun and wove for her family.

When they were ill, she brewed remedies from roots and herbs such roots and herbs as are now used In Lydla E. Plnkham's Vegetable Compound. A Massachusetts woman writes: "I was all run down, with no ambition. I was tired all the time. Sometimes I would be, in bed two or three days at a time, and the doctor would have to give me something to quiet me.

A friend told me about Lydia B. Plnkham's Vegetable Compound and I have had wonderful results from it. I felt better after taking the second bottle, and I am never without it in the house now. I have told lota of people about it. and they say it helps them, too." Mrs.

J. W. Critchett, 2 Hammond Street, Cambridge, Mass. CONGRESSMAN WATRES RECEIVES POLISH HONOR Decorated With "Halter's Sword" Medal Congressman Laurence H. Watres was honored yesterday by the Polish Army Veterans Association of Amer tea when that organization conferred On him lh decoration of "Haller's Swotds," in rememberance of his faithful service in France during the World War.

The decoration was conferred on the congressman at his office in the County Savings bank by a delegation of prominent Polish Americans headed by Rev. John Suchos, of Moconaqua. Congressman Watres thanked the delegation for the honor. With the decoration goes a diploma setting forth that on the recipient "Is bestowed the decoration of 'Haller's Swoon's' in remembrance of faithful service for Poland in France and Italy 1918 With the diploma he received a medal bearing the Eagle Poland with the words France and Italy, inscribed on either side, dated Oct. 4.

1918, the day that General Joseph Haller was nominated for commander in chief of the Polfth armies In France. The medal Is In the shape of two crossed swords and Is initialed It is rarely conferred on any one who did not served in the Polish army. The medal is issued only by the Chapter of the order of Haller's Swords, which has its headquarters in Warsaw, Poland. The Haller's swords decoration has the ratification of the Polish ministry of war. Congressman Watres was a captain In the Pennsylvania national guard when the United States entered the World TVar.

He went to France as captain of Co. of the lOSth Machine Gun Battalion and was wounded at Baslieux. While recovering from his wounds in a hospital he was commissioned a major and later awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, for "extraordinary heroism In The congressman is at present lieutenant colonel of the 109th infantry. ALL ITALY OBSERVES ST. FRANCIS HOLIDAY ROME.

Oct. 4 (A. The seventh centennial of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, was observed throughout Italy today, cardinals, bishops and the leading Fascistl taking part In extensive ceremonies. 'A statute of the Saint was dedicated at Gagliari.

La Tribuna saye that the reason today was made a national holiday was cause Premier Mussolini desired, not only to give the observance the great est possible splendor, but also to cele brate "the spiritual concord reached by the Italian nation" Hundreds of the churches in the cities and villages hich now cover the district sounded their bells as part of the ceremony. Self control is a great asset It en ables you to refrain from following our natural Impulses. A THREE DAYS COUGH IS YOUR DANGERSIGNAL Persistent coughs and colds lead to serous trouble. You can stop them now with Creomulsion, an Emulsified creosote hat is pleasant to take. Creomulsion is a new medical discovery with two fold action; it soothes and heals the Inflamed membranes and in hibits germ growth.

Of all known drugs, creosote is recognized by high medical authorities as one of the greatest healing agencies for persistent coughs and colds and other forms of throat troubles. Creomulsion contains, in addition to creosote, other healing element which soothe and heal the infected membranes and stop the irritation and inflam mation, while the creosote goes on to the stomach, is absorbed Into the blood, attacks the seat of the trouble and checks the growth of the germs. Creomulsion is guaranteed satisfactory In the treatment of persistent coughs and colds, bronchial asthma, bronchitis and other forms of respiratory diseases, and is excellent for building up the system after colds or flu. Money refunded if any cough or cold Is not relieved after taking according to directions. Ask your TESTIMONY WILL BE TAKEN IN GRIEVANCES Testimony in the several cases will be Uken tomorrow by Rlnaldo Can pelllni.

president of District 1. Unite! Mine Workers, and W. W. Inglls, of the Glen Alden Coal Company. The grievances follow: Grievance No.

ITU: Pennsylvania Coal company vs. contract miners at the 14. Ewen, No. and Central collieries. Check docking boss question.

The grievance was filed Nov. 7. 1924 and the complainants testimony has been heard. ThTs is a most im portant grievance. No.

2073 Certain carpenters, Balti more No. 5 colliery, vs. Hudson Coal Company, rate question. filed June 17. 192 No.

2074 Certain contract miners, top spilt, red ash vein, Conyngham shaft, vs. Hudson Coal Company, pay for props. Grievance filed June 17. 1926. No.

2103 Certain assistant machinist. Greenwood colliery, vs. Hudson Coal company, machinist rate. Grievance filed July 1926. No.

2121 Contract miners No. lj slope, Storrs No. 1 colliery, vs. Glen Alden Coal company, allowance. Grievance filed July 30, 1926.

No. 2130 Contract miners vs. Raub Coal company, pay for loss of tooij. Grievance filed August 3, 1926. THROOP THROOP, Oct.

4 Elmer Dodson, Thomas Wollen, Sliss Lillian Tlnsley and Miss Ethel Jones, motored to New York City, where they spent the week end. Mrs. John J. Dougher Is seriously ill at her home on George street. A reception was held at the home of Mrs.

Sadie Dawe, on South street, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. James Walk er, who were married last Thursday. Mr. and Mrs.

Michael Lynott spent Sunday visiting the latt' r's brother in Carbondale. John Gretzula, of Sanderson street, attended the world's series in New York. For Sale Two five room houses with Improvements on Copperneck street. One five room house with improvements on Lynwood street. One double Mock with steam and all Improve ments on Charles street.

Phone Oiy. 566. August Ollendick. Adv. Mr.

and Mrs. John Simpson, of Charles street, motored to Bingham ton, N. and spent the week end with their daughter. IDEB Or O0TOBXS BOSTON Autoists should beware the ides of October, says State Register Goodwin, as the records of his office indicate the peak of the accident toll has been reached In that month during each of the last six years. Our Service Costs Less mf mm Sbfl mM mM I 11 I I A I AM a A ILI MLM BLM.

MJ. MM MM MM MM MM MM 4 DICKSON CITY STATEMENT FROM CHIEF ON FIRE PREVENTION WEEK DT' KSQX CITS'. Oct On the opening of fire prevention week now being observed throurhout the county, chief of Are department, Isaac Smalles, issues the following statement: To the Public: "The fire loss In Pennsylvania Is shown by the records to have been H2.224.240 freater In 1925 than In 1924. Dickson City has added her quota to this vast sum. Fire is always a detriment, and a loss to everyone.

So measures should be taken by everyone to prevent fire am' thus conserve life and i iperty. Fire prevention week began on October 3. nnd will continue until October 9 Inclusive, and during this time, a thorough Investigate, will be carried on of all business places by a committee appointed this purpose. So rid your property of any and all waste material that might be easily ignited, nnd which may tend to start a fire. We hope to have your co operation in helping to save our community from unnecessary loss." sxenow raws On Thursday enlng.

October 7, at 7:30 o'clock there will be devotions in St. Thomas' Church. Regular October services will be celebrated. After the services there will be conducted a meeting of the members of the to make plans for a card party and bingo rame which Is to be held on Monday night. October 23, the proceeds of which will go toward the Good Shepherd drives, as part or quota.

A very good entertainment has been arranged to follow the meeting. All members of the parish are requested to be present George Wood has returned from Philadelphia, where spent a few days. Thomas Evans, of Jackson atreet, is recovering from effects of a strain he received hile at vork In the D. H. Colliery.

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Lewi: Smith, of Main street, a da Tl.e Ladies' Aid Society of the P. M. Church will meet at the home of Mrs.

Swyn. In the I. O. O. F.

building, an Wednesday afternoxm at 2 o'clock. Miss Abigail Walsh, of England, Is visiting her sist Mrs. George. Eley, of Lincoln street. Gordon Williams is ill at his home on Main street.

Mm. James Truscott attended the convention of the minister's wives at The following motored to Mansfield Sunday and visited friends at the Nor Good work, although it costs but a few cents more, is a better investment from every standpoint. Have your clothes cleaned or pressed at the FRENCH xnd be assured of the fact that they will not' be ruined. Our methods of cleaning, add new life to your garments. The French Way Preserves Quality And Good Appearance Call Us Onceand You'll Always Call Us.

imii.iiiiimiwiiiiwiiuim Phone 7 2477 DRY CLEANING AND DYEING CO. 1848 Nay Aug Avenue THE problem of furnishing a few extra rooms or a complete home is greatly simplified by our wonderfully convenient Budget Plan. Thousands of families throughout this valley can attest to its helpfulness and, as a matter of fact, this easy payment plan has played a big part in making "The Store Ahead" as popular as it is today. FOR MORE THAN 44 YEARS WE HAVE HELPED IN THE FURNISHING OF HAPPY HOMES. Ever since this business was founded we have aimed to make buying a very simple matter for every family and the service has certainly been thoroughly Let us show you how easily you can buy whatever furniture, floorcover 'ings, draperies or other home needs you desire to possess.

To get this information will in no way obligate you to us and it may be the. means of giving you an altogether new idea regarding, your purchasing ability and the fine character of merchandise you can easily secure. BARRY SCOTCH LINOLEUMS re shown by us in great array. "The Store Ahead," 412 414 Lackawanna Ave. Scranton Agency For HEATROLA Looks like a phongoraph, but works like a furnace.

OCTOBER 5, 1926 nal school: Mr. and Mrs. Walter Johns, Sir. and Mrs. A.

E. Priest, of Blakely: Mrs. O. Edwards and daughter. Kuth.

Oscar Edwards. and Earl Nicholson. Misses Lillian and Dorothy Wetland spent the week end at Lake Sheridan. Mrs. Harriett Davis has returned from a visit of several weeks spent at Marhleliead.

and In BLAKELY BLAKELY, Oct. 4. Mr. and Mrs. James Stewart entertained recently the members of their card club.

Prizes were won by Mrs. Albert Nicholls and Mrs. Will White, Chester Tinsley and Albert Nicholls. Members present were: Mr. and Mrs.

Chester Tinsley, Mr. and Mrs. Georpe Tinsley, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Nicholls, Mr.

nnd Mrs. John McKlnley, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Tinsley. Mr.

and Mrs. Harold Schoon over, of Dickson City: Mr. and Mrs. William A. White, of Pcckville, and Mr.

and Mrs. Stewart. William A. White and Chester Reese attended a meeting of the directors of the West Scranton Savings and Loan Association on. Kriday veniiig.

Mr. and Mrs. Ted Priest. Mr. and Mrs.

Walter Johns and Mrs. John McLean sspent Sunday at Mansfleld visiting Annette Charles and Helen Trlest' who are ntending school there. Misses Charlotte and Irene Lloyd motored to Jenkinstown and spent the week end with their sister, Miss Dorothy Lloyd, who Is attending Beaver College. Mrs. Charles H.

Wilson recently en tertalned the Booklovers club. A very pleasant evening was enjoyed by all. A record breaking atendance was a feature of the special Harvest Home services in the P. M. There i irWrlEREEDORarCI fl mi i faBaoT LAW) Marrow Beans 2 ibs.

25c was special music and other features enjoyed by all. and on Monday evening the annual fruit banquet was served. Mrs. Frank Major Is quite 111 at her home on Third street. Rev.

W. K. Gallorney. a former pastor, now of Jersey Shore, preached Sunday in the Blakely Batlst church. The Willing Workers of the Welsh Baptist church will meet Tuesday evening at the home of Miss Helen Smith, of Fourth street.

Mrs. Sarah HutoMngs. pf First street, left yesterday for Ohio, where she will spend some time with relatives. Miss Minnie Hulchings has returned to New York City after a visit with Blakely friends. Mrs.

EfTle Simmons and Mrs. Llbble Edwards have returned from a week spent at Morristown where they were delegates from the local council to the state convention. Daughters of America, and also visited the Oven Baked Beans. .3 Cans 25c Pink Salmon Tall Can 15c Hershey's Cocoa. Vi to.

Can 15c Karo Syrup, B.LlVfcJb. Can 12c Del Monte Spinach Can 19c Iona 10c Shredded Pkg. 11c Iona Salt .4 lb. Box 10c PECKVILLE PECKVILLE. Oct.

4. We wisa thank all who so kindly assisted dui ing our recent breavemcnt Mrs; G. Tuthlll. S. F.

Walker. Adv. Some of the officers of Waruc Council No. S8, visited and lnstalle officers of Netouset Council No. 4,, i Forest City, recently.

Those presen were: ProphKess Ma Kenback, Senio Past Chief Ida Tinklepaugh, Organ! Ltzsie Wagner; Anna Curtis and Edn Avery, and their deputy, Mrs. Luell Avery, all of Peekvllle. Is a Prescription for Colds. Grippe, Flu, Dengu? Bilious Fever and Malariaf kins the T'rro Wholesale and Retail We carry a complete line of Painters' Supplies at wholesale prices. Call or write for1 color cards, etc.

Fine selection Wall Papers also. Glidden Stores Co. 224 WYOMING AVE. Scranton, Pa. vamuaos Pure Refined lb.

11 7 "America's Most Popular Laundry Soap" Quaker Oats Pkg. 10c Sun Maid Raisins Fresh Baked Fig Bars 2 lbs. 25c For Complete Coffee Satisfaction Use It's RichMellow Flavor Is a Revelation to Coffee Lovers. Try a Pound and Be Convinced. DEL MONTE ASPARAGUS TIPS DEL MONTE GRATED PINEAPPLE LUX TOILET SOAP FLAKES, Bulk BABBITT'S LYE AMMONIA, Full Strength Rich in Health Giving Food Value BAS Can 19c 2 Can 19c .3 Cakes 25c 2 lbs.

29c Can 13c .32 oz.Bot. 23c 2 Cans S3 IONA BRAND a use Eii? sum ti SIZE cans Thoroughly Cooked Tastily Seasoned Ready for Your Table Wet Shrimp 20c Domestic Sardines .3 Cans 20c Sultana Tuna Fish. .7 oz.T:an 21c Gorton's Codfish Brick 28c. AN DE 3CaM Pickles Sm. Bot.

15c Plain Olives Tumbler 15c Stuffed Olives Tumbler 22c Gulden's Mustard Jar 14c Delicious Dessert Made in a Jiffy Choice Selection of Perfect Leaves Flavor Supreme Thea Necfas? Teas 1 53c THE GREAT ATS AKlir iHu 1 Values rarely equalled. As usual, only the highest quality in every' food line, and now price reductions so unusual that you will effect really remarkable savings in your weekly food budget..

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