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Stye Hrrantat iRejniMiratt MONDAY" MORNING APRIL' 3, 1916 TW RECORD SNOW FALL SHOWN FOR MONTH According to Bulletin Just Issued Thirty eight Inches Fell During March. JONAS LONG'S SONS Advertisers of Facts Only FOR THE FIRST MONDAY IN THE MONTH OF APRIL Uncle Harry Explains the Trouble in Greece. bia, found themselves right on the bor der line between Serbia and Greece." "What happened then?" asked Joe. "Why about that time big forces of I Weather records for March compiled by WiUlam Dudley, Cnited States forecaster for this district, show that i inches of snow fell during the month, considered the high mark in Lackawanna county for years. Another Interesting feature concerning the snow is that despite the unusually heavy fall there was none left on the ground, officially, when the month closed.

The normal temperature for the month was 34.9. the maximum being 66 digress and the lowest one degree. Marcu 18 was the coldest day while March was the warmest. The statistics also show that the greatest precipitation was 1.73 inches on March 15. Eight day: Well, boys, here's something I have been expecting for sometime," said Uncle Harry.

"What's that?" asked Joe. "A letter from one of my friends one of my readers: and he wants nie to explain to him about Greece and the war," said Uncle Harry. "I might have written that letter," said Jimmy, "for I have certainly been puzzled about Greece; I can't understand what the trouble is down there in the A Remarkable Offering In Furniture During April We Will Offer 10 to 50 Discount Which means any piece of furniture on the floor at 10 less than priced and some odds and ends and discarded numbers wc will dispose of at prices' ranging up to half what they were formerly marked. Our stocks include matched Suites for the Bed Rooms, Dining Rooms, Living Rooms, Libraries, etc. Also Iron Beds, Brass Beds, Odd Chairs, Rockers, Tables, in all woods and finishes.

A sale worth while coming to. A sale to save money on your purchases. Everything marked in plain figures. Showing former prices and April Sale Prices (examples of reductions.) Turkish Rockers, $5.00 Iron Beds, $8.00 Iron Beds, $75.00 Three Piece Tapestry Covered Suite, $65.00. Third Floor.

English and French soldiers were landed in Greece." said Uncle Harry. "These English and French forces got ready for a Uerman attack, and there was talk about the English and French army marching up through Greece and attacking the German, Bulgarian and Austrian troops, just across the border, in Serbia. But instead of fighting the two armies simply sat down and wiated, so to speak." southeastern corner of Kurope." were clear, 23 cloudy while on 13 days a precipitation of 0.01 inch or more was noted. "Did the English and French govern "I'm not surprised at that," said Uncle Harry. "I don't believe there are very, many people who do.

But I'll be glad to make the matter as clear as I. can." "Is there any likelihood of Greece getting into the war?" asked Joe. "I don't think so at least it doesn't look that way," said Uncle Harry, "but I wouldn't care to make a positive state ment. ments have the right to send their sol diers into a neutral country like Greece?" asked Jimmy, "That question of 'right' depends on whether you are speaking for the Eng lish and French governments or the I Greek government," said Uncle Harry. "The king of Greece has said that i England and France had no more right to enter Greece than Germany had a I right to invade Belgium.

He says that the English and French troops have done a great deal of damage In his country and have prevented the Greek people from getting suDulies of food at certain I "There are "three things that must be considered in studying this matter, first Spring Dress Goods and Silks Only reliable weaves and well chosen patterns seen in our line of Spring Dress Goods and Silks. what the English Allies plan to dp: sec PECKVILLE PECKVILLK April 13. Mrs. Mary Rogers, of White's Lake, and Mr. and Mrs.

James Hoar, of Forest City, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. M. Sitgraves, of River street. John Strong, of Hickory street, is able to be about again after being ill for a week.

Mrs. William Speirs end daughter, Glen Ri.lge, spent Sunriav with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. White.

Mrs. .1. Graham and daughters, Marion. Hazel, Phoebe, and son. Keith, spent Saturday with Mrs.

B. S. Fhillips, of Providence. Mrs. J.

Kinback and nieee. Ida Coats, spent Saturday with friends in Green Ridge. Mr. and Mrs. E.

Swingle and Mr. and Mrs. V. Rodda and daughter. Ltivina, were callers In Forest City Sunday.

Linens Percales, Sheets, Pillow Cases and Ginghams It pays to buy your needful things in the undermentioned at Monday's prices. 10c DRESS GINGHAMS, 8c YD. 5,000 yds. line quality Spring and Summer wear dress Ginghams of exceptionally fine wearing quality, in pretty plaids and checks in light and medium dark colorings that arc fast in washing. limes." ond, what the German Allies plan to do, and third, what trie Greek people and their government will do." "Has there been any fighting in Greece?" asked Jimmy.

in Greece," said Uncle Harry, "but the war has, you might say, come right up to the front door of Greece. The German, Bulgarian and Austrian armies, after they had conquered Ser Novelty Striped Taffeta Beautiful combinations. Many exclusive 30 inches wide, $1.50, yd. 42 inch all wool chiffon Taffeta a select line of shades. A very appropriate "But what do the English and French governments say?" asked Joe.

"That is altogether different from what the king of Greece says," added Uncle Harry. governments of these two countries claim that, in the first place. Greece failed to send Greek troops to help Serbia when Germany and Bulgaria invaded Serbia." "Was Greece supposed to do that?" CRASH 10c 25c TABLE DAMASK, yd. TOWELING, yd 17 inches wide; all linen, heavy unbleached, fast selvage, blue border. JONAS LONG'S SONS II Dress Goods Special 3(i inch chiffon batiste, all wool and very desirable in all the much wanted colors, including black and cream, 59c value.

Sale price, 49c yd. 52 inch double warp serge, sponged and shrunk, all pure wool. In black and colors. $1.25 value, 98c yd. Colored Taffeta Silks Elegant tone of all silk Taffetas.

Xewcst colors, including black. Special, $1.50 yd. asked Jimmy. HUCK IQp TOWELS, each 1 Size 17x34, pure white, hesvy grade hudt, very absorbent; hemmed ends. BED TICKINC3 Full line of plain and fancy stripes, art, floral 'designs and plain colors.

11c to 29c Yd. There was a treaty agreement be 68 inches wide, eood weight, ure white, soft mercerized; fine floral designs. BLEACHED 01 TABLECLOTH I Size 72x50, heavy quality mercerized hemmed ready for use. tween these two countries by which 10 PILLOW CASES, Greece agreed to help Serbia under cer tain circumstances," said Uncle Harry, 43x36 size, fine grade full bleached soft finish, wide hem. cloth for dresses.

85c value for 75c yd. Wool Cheeks, the new and popular Spring tailor suit fabric in various sizes. Black and White Shepherd checks. Value 59c. Special, 50c yd.

BARGAIN BASEMENT BED SHEETS 39c EACH Size 76x90, line grade, full bleached Muslin, ho dressing, with ncafty sewed center scams. out tne King ot Greece says that con ditlons in that part of Europe were such I that his country could not give help to Serbia without; endangering the life of its own nation. "But England and France said that the Serbian army, then ally, had retreated into Greece, and that the German allies threatened to pursue the Serbs into Greece, and that they England and France had a right to go to tiie relief I of the Serbs. It was also claimed by I England and France that while Greece Vegetables Seeds, Lawn Seed, For the Garden was pretending to be neutral, German and Austrian submarines were usinir Flower Seeds, Garden lools, Bulbs Poultry Wire is here Frost about out of the ground. An early start Time to get your garden ready.

Sprin some of the islands of Greece as supply I stations. Jn permitting this, England and France said that Greece was favor ing Germany and Austria instead of be 1 ing neutral." "How about the Greek people; how do they feel?" asked Joe. i "Some of them favor the Allies and i some favor Germany." said Uncle Harrv. No. 1 grade, line, selected, abso means an early crop.

Our seed stock is complete, and the seeds arc A lutely frcs'h. Look over the list below and check off your wants. Vegetable Pkg. 10c All var Pkg. rc Pk g.

Seeds, ictics 15c Pkg. Vegetable' All var lc Pkg. Vegetable "although I think that the majority of Greek people are interested, principally, in keeping their country out of the war. "Greece Is in a dangerous position, but I hope she is not forced into the war. There are enough countries involved now." "Isn't the king of Greece related to the emperor of Germany 7' asked Jimm.

ieties 5c Pkg. Flower Seeds. All varieties Pkg. 10c Pkg. Flower Seeds.

All varieties Pkg. 1 oz. Pkg. Sweet Peas and Dwarf Nasturtiums; 15c quality. At 10c Pkg.

Regular 15c quality, for 10c Pkg. Lawn Seed. A quart box, best mixture, regular 15c box. Special 10c Box 15c Pkg. Flower Seeds, choice quality.

All Good, clean, reliable Merchandise offered at prices that give you The Biggest Values for the least money. Monday Shoppers can save Money in our Bright, Busy Bargain Basement. Elevators or stairway make it easy to reach. Women's Wash Dresses Utility dresses with fold over flap, made of plain and CQp striped ginghams, with white piping Uuu Bungalow Aprons Stripe percales and plain Ginghams, contrasting plain AQn belts and collars "Ow Corset Covers and Camisoles Fine Muslin, trimmed with lace and Embroidery rib HQp bon run. Xcatly made, all si7.es.

Choice at LLt Muslin Petticoats Firm white muslin, good width, material and workmanship the best, 15 inch embroidery flounce ribbon run A7 Seeds. Choice quality All varieties Pkg varieties Pkg. es. lie is a brother in law of the I kaiser," said Uncle Harry. "The Queen i of Greece is the sister of the emperor of Germany.

Many people have said that the queen has influenced the. king I in favor of Germany and prevented! Opening Sale of Lawn Garden and Farm Implements i fl I I 1 i Hoc. full size Malable iron 19c Pruning hhears, made ot good steel J.c ic Polished Steel Turf Fdgers Garden YVccders 10c 25c Greece from joining the English and French allies. But the king insisted that his only concern is for the Greek people. It is an interesting situation, and I'm glad one of my boys wrote to me about it.

"Before I forget it, fellows, I want to Malabk Iron Rakes, 12 tooth Malable Iron Rakes, 14 tooth Spading Porks, good steel, D. handle Hoe, made of polished steel 49c Garden Trowels, good steel Inches. 49c Child's 3 picce set, Hoc, Rake and Spade, set Child's 3 picce set, Hoc, Rake and Per ask you to do me a favor." "Be glad to, Uncle Harry, what is it?" said Joe. Mesh. 1 Roll 2.25 4.50 3.25 7.00 4.40 9.00 "Tell' your friends that when they i want me to help them with their de Galvanized Poultry Wire.

24 Galvanized after weaving. 24 Prices quoted below arc sub jeet to market changes. 36 Inches Per Roll. 48 12 2 $1.15 48 12 1 2.25 60 bates and school compositions to writo I to me as far ahead as possible ten davs or two weeks before the date of liio debate or the writing Tl beading tion. Then I can give them more com 1 5.40 plete information and make sure that it reaches them in time.

Will you do Women's Shirt Waists mat "Certainly will." said both boys. "We'll tell the fellows at school plain stripes and 79c Many new styles in Spring Waists novelty weaves. All sizes APRIL SALE OF WALL PAPERS Only the up to date wall covering sold in this busy Wall Paper Store. Third Floor 19c a double roll WHO IS F. A.

To the Editor of The Republican Sir: A few days ago I received a letter from one of your readers in Old Forge who signed only his (her) intitials and asked me to explain about "The Beginning of the Trouble in Mexico." I have given several Talks on Mexico, and if F. A. F. will write to me care of The Republican and give me his name and address, I will be very glad to send him copies of my Talk. Tour friend.

8c a double roll for a full showing of bed room Wall Papers, in a good range of colors, stripes and floral effects. Pretty cut out borders to 13c a double roll for ink dark browns and greens, in stripes and set dcr signs. These wall papers arc worth up to 130c a roll. for neat shadow stripe wall papers, in grays, tans and greens make handsome parlors, halls 39c a double roll for handsome library wall papers, in the new pretty shades. or dining rooms.

match. New conventional Cut out Borders at 4c, 6:, 8c and 10c yard choir in the musical parts of the nmss, He was assisted by his son. Christian. In the afternoon at 3:30, Rev. Bour SODTH SCRANTON had charge of the solemn vespers dur Ing which the young priest bcotwed his blessing upon the parishioners.

U.VCLE HARRY. DURYEA DURTEA April 2. The funeral of Mrs. C. Jackson took place from the family home Saturday attended by a large concourse of friends and relatives.

The jail bearers were: Michael Murphy Peter Lsngan Wm. Caton, James Kennedy James Clarke and John McGraw. Interment was made in the Avoca cemetery. Miss Catherine MoManus of Pittston, spent yesterday with relatives here. Mrs.

F. MacDonaid and son. John, of Avoca, is spending some time at the Walsh residence on cherry street. Irene. Mae and Anan 6'Malley and Loretta Brennan were Jlendham callers yesterday.

Elizabeth Steen spent yesterday at the Moses Taylor hospital. Roy Metcalf, who underwent a slight operation Saturday morning, is much improved. Aaron Rone was a Wilkes Barre caller yesterday. Margaret Thomas, of Taylor, spent Saturday at the Metcalf residence. Mr.

Stryjewski Is seriously ill. Willard Neiger and Jack Cardwell were visitors at the Zaqulellle residence recently. In the evening. Rev. Bour was tendered a reception by his parents at their home, which was attended by a num br of clergymen and immediate REV.

LOUIS BOUR CELEBRATES MASS Rev. Louis J. Bour, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Bour, of 51fi Hickory street, who was ordained to the priesthood in tlie cathedral in Belmont.

North C'aro Hartman, Mr. and Mrs. I.ouis Hartman Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hartman, Mr.

and Kllnchredt. Mr. and Mrs. William Klein, Mr. and Mrs.

Frank Schauer, Mr. 8iid Mrs. Fred Fickus, Mr. and Mrs. John Sr hmldt, Mr.

and Mrs. George Hartman, Mr. and Mrs. John Schlager, Mr. and Mrs.

Charles Neih, Mr. and Mrs. George Rosen, Mr. and Mr3. John Sorcnson, Mr.

and Mrs. Jake Casper, Mr. and Mrs. William Tannler, Mr. and Mrs.

Martin Knuth, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kantack, Mr. and Mr William Koch, Mr. and Mrs.

Nicholas Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Gardner Mrs. Minnie Casper, Mrs. Caroline Rosen.

Mrs. Caroline Hartman, Mis. George Rosen, Misses Anna Gonish, Anna Casper: also Grooll Schauer. James Gtlroy, William Hartman, George Hartman and Peter Hartman, of this city; Mrs. Kate Baroharet and Miss Lillian Barcharet, of Rochester, N.

V. friends. Rev. Bour has been assigned as curate to St. Mary's pro.

cathedral in Wilmington. N. C. He will leave on Friday evening for that place and assume his duties on April 9. Duber Distributing company.

The price paid has not been revealed. The choir of the Calvary Baptint church held a social session on Friday evening at the close of their rehearsal. Mrs. Elizabeth Havard Factory vl lie, visited relatives in town yesterday. Mr.

and Mrs. Richard P. Thomas have returned from their wedding tour, spent at Baltimore, Washington. D. C.

and Petertfburij, Va. They will reside at Kingston, where Mr. Thomas is employed as assistant district superintendent for the L. W. company.

Leslie J. Reese, of Lansford, was the guest of his mother, Mrs. J. W. Reese of Main street.

Mrs. James Powell and daughter. Rhoda. of Oak street, have returned from a visit with relatives at Dickson City. Mrs.

Silas Kittle, of West Scranton, visited her sister, Mrs. Becorn, of West Taylor street yesterday. For sale A stove range, Sll TayJ lor streelt Taylor. Adv. MARRIAGE LICENSES TAYLOR AVOCA Women's Spring Suits Znlghte of St.

George. The regular monthly meeting of the Knights of St. George was held yesterday afternoon in St. Mary's parish hall on River street. Delegates were nominated for the annual convention, to be held lit Altoona on May 20.

The following arc the nominees: Harry Bentle, Joseph II. Goff, Edward Neureuter, Patrick Foley. John Horn. Melchior Kueli ner. 'William Kuehner and Joseph Lons dorf.

A reunion of the entire branch has been planned for Easter Monday night, when a big surprise will be given. Basketball danco, tonight, Scranton vs. Freeland, Town Hall. Adv. AVOCA.

April high esteem in I 4 1 Sharp Oompton. In Wilkes Barre. March 25, 1316, by Rev. E. Helms William Sharp, of 124 Bloom streot, and Miss Florence Compton, of Dudley street.

TAYLOR, April 2. The official board, of the Methodist Episcopal churcli, at their meeting held' some time ago, requested the return of their pastor. Rev. A. D.

Decker, for another term. Rev. Mr. Decker, who will leave tomorrow to attend the Wyoming conference, has been pastor of the local church for five years, during which period he has done splendid work. The church has prospered greatly during his pastorate, the membership has increased and has improved spiritually.

DEATHS Church XTotaa. The weeklv I.enten services of the Ft. Paul's 'German Evangelical church will be held on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. Following the services, the quarterly meeting of the congregation will be held. The social meating of the Baraca class and the glee party of the Bethany Baptist church will bo held this evening at the home of Mr.

and Mrs. Ellis Daley, of 805 Grandvlew street. Bsketball Uanct tonight Scranton vs. Freeland, Town Hall. Adv.

which Miss Mary Barton was held and the sorrow felt for her death was manifested Saturday when her funeral was; held. Following a requiem mass in St. Mary's church at 0:30 o'clock the remains were Interred In the family plot In St. Mary's cemetery. The caHket bearers were Thomas Carden.

Owen Golden. Peter McN'ntyl. James Mullen, John MeAhdrew and Walter Fitzsimmons. The surface in the vicinity of Smith and Grant streets, in Dupont, is again being disturbed by mine caves. A subsidence of about two feet occurred yesterday, doing extensive damage to cellar walls and throwing properties out of alignment.

J. H. Mullaney, of Plane street, who has been a clerk at the Wilkes Barre Laurel Line station for some time, hs been promoted to cashier at that place. Mrs. Charles Rumble, of South Main street.

Is recovering, after several weeks' Illness of hf and pleurisy. PIEST OF BJB3HAON BUJIIES. The Rev. J. S.

Wris'ntnour. P. IX, pastor of the First Bnntist churrh, 140 South Main avenue, delivered the first of a series of sermons on "Bible Fools and Present Pay Fools" last evening before a crowded congregation. His subject was "The' Fool's Belief." Previous to the sermon a musical program was rendered in charge of Charles Williams, organist. Moran In Archbald.

April 2, 1316. Mrs. Nora Moran, of Spruce street. Burke In Carboridale, April 1, 1916. Lawrence F.

Burke, of 127 Cottage street, aged sixty years. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning. Williams In Scranton, April 2 1916, William Bromley Williams, sixty five, of 221 North Hyde Park avenue. Walsh In Dunmore, April 1, 1916, Joseph, aged fourteen, son of Mr. and Mrs.

M. H. Walsh, of 275 Elm street. MoAndrew In Scrantdn, Aurll 1. 1916, Mrs.

Mae McAndrew, of 1303 Luzerne street, at the Stato hospital. i Burke In Scranton, April 1. 1916 Lawrence F. Burke, of 127 Cottage street. Taylor In March 1916.

Mrs. Anna Graves Taylor, at her home there. Tlplady In Olyphant, Mardh tl. 1916. Joseph Tlplady, at the hoiM of William Elgle.

This one item is the biggest value in suits ever offered at this season of the year. You will find suits in serge, novelty weaves, checks, homespuns and hop sackings. Nifty styles, little silk collars. Good colors. Some plain, others attractively trimmed, beautifully tailored, and lined.

Well worth the attention of discriminatng women, who, know and fl7 QC look good values. Price only iu Basement. JONAS LONG'S SONS In the game tomorrow at Ott'a auditorium between the local Comets and the Archbald team. Jack Inglis, the Carbon dale state league team star, will play one of the forward positions for the locals. Miss Hayden Francis will return to resume her studies at Bucknell college today after spending her Kaster vacation with her parents.

Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Francis, of F.ast Grove street.

For Sale A stove range. Apply Chas. Curtis, West Taylor street. Adv. Rev.

Ivor Williams, of North Scranton, will address the Men's Bible class of the Congregational church on Tuesday evening. Mrs. Howard Doty and son. of Jersey City. N.

are visiting her mother, Mrs. James Cardwell of Cooper street. The two story hotel building owned by the Youngblood estate on Main street, has been purchased by John Duber, of the BEV. LCUI3 J. BOTJB Una, Sulday, March 26, celebrated his flist mass yesterday in St.

Mary's German Catholic church on street, North Scranton. The officers of the mass were: Rev. Louis J. Bour, celebrant; Rev! Bc rnard T. Borr, of Wilkes Barre, formerly of St.

Mary's church, Fhlllp Hartnta Entertains. Philip Hartman. of 42S Birch street, entertained at his home on Saturday evening, in honor of his fiftieth anniversary. Refreshments were served by the Misses Clara Smith and Rhea Hart mnn. Thoie present were: Mr.

and Mrs. Charles Hartman, Mr. and Mrs. Julius Hartman, Mr. and Mrs.

Henry deacon: Rev. Cyriac Stalb, sub deacon; Rev. John R. Obermayer, master of Rev. Peter Christ delivered the sermon.

Professor A. Aker man, church organist, directed the male.