The Hazleton Sentinel from Hazleton, Pennsylvania • 1

BUY A SENTINEL THE WEATHER It Will Be Found Everything of Forecast for Eastern Interest In the Surrounding Hazleton Sentinel. Snow to rain and colder, tonight. Towns Tuesday, fair and decidedly colder; brisk north westerly winds. ALL THE HOME I NEWS THIRTY-SEVENTH YEAR--NO. 11,318 HAZLETON, LUZERNE MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1906 $3 A YEAR, COPY 1 CENT A SHOCKING DISCOVERY The Finding of a Charred Body of a Young Woman Near the City Reveals a Horrible Crime--It is the Most Atrocious in Character Ever Known Here.

WHO GAN IT BE One of the most appalling deeds in the history of crime in this region has taken place in our midst, or perhaps some other place, and the body taken here to be crudely cremated by the perpetrator. Yesterday evening Deputy Coroner Lamont was notified at his residence by telephone, that a dead body had been found in a gully on the mountain side between No. 3 Stockton and Ebervale. The Coroner was notified by Patrick O'Donnell of Gloucester, who made the gruesome discovery. O'Donnell was in the woods with his dogs, and when near the place where the body lay they showed an unusual uneasiness.

The snufting of the animals prompted him to investigate the cause, and going into the woods about 30 yards from the path, he saw the dead body of a human being lying in the gully, and was horrified when he discovered that it was partly cremated. He hastened to town and notified the Coroner. Lamont, accompanied by Mr. O'Donnell and several others, went to the scene, where a closer examination was made and the horrible fact revealed that it was the body of a young woman, possibly in her teens, and that she had been foully murdered, the body placed in a cask and set fire to, undoubtedly with the intention of obliterating all traces as to who the victim was. In this the perpetrator may be successful, for there is very little left of the body, or features, to guide the authorities in learning who the unfortunate was.

After a close' inspection of everything surrounding the charred remains, Deputy oroner Lamont picked Michael Burns, Patrick Gallagher and Daniel Gullick as part of a jury for further inquiry. All then returned to the city, the Coroner going in search of the Poor Director and Undertaker P. J. Boyle to have the remains taken to the morgue in this city. Some advised that the body should be left where it was until next day, but the Coroner would not listen to a suggestion of that kind, saying that he was human and that a careful conveyance of the body would be made.

to the morgue if it took him all night. Poor Director Stauffer was not at home, and Phil Boyle, the undertaker, hitched up the dead wagon and- drove to the place, which was difficult to reach, and the body carefully loaded on the vehicle. The method of cremation was evidently done by placing the body in a barrel which was saturated with coal oil. The binding rings of wire which are generally attached to a sugar cask were found on the ground, and also parts of charred es. Everything the body was also loaded up and taken to town.

The remains were brought to the morgue of Undertaker Boyle about 11 o'clock in the night, and presented a gruesome sight. The trunk was badly charred, both hands being missing, and the left foot is also missing. The legs, arms and head were in a cramped condition, evidently the result of being packed in the barrel. A high heeled low shoe but slightly worn, size No. 5, and the wire frame of a woman's hat were also gathered up.

The mouth was partly open, showing well preserved teeth. The top and bottom of the barrel were not entirely consumed, and an investigation of the former disclosed what may lead to the detection of the murderer or murderers. But half of the lid remained and stenciled thereon are the letters N. and beneath is -noy City, Pa. The first indicated the name of a firm, and the latter evidently stands for Mahanoy City.

it is the opinion of all that the barrel, if not the body, came from Mahanoy City, and there is where the solution of the mystery must be looked for. An 'autopsy was held on the body by Dr. Dyson this afternoon, but no motive for the horrible crime was disclosed. The body WAs in the same condition in which it was found. It lay on the left eide with the handless arms pressed close to the body in an upright position.

The hands were evidently cut off before the body was placed in the barrel. (Both legs were broken at the knees, done evidently to get the body in the confined apace. The right foot was simply hanging by the tendons, and the brute who did the murder was evidently determined to be A number of vital organ b7 the but who impossible to find the slightest motive for the crime. What may prove to be a clue to the woman's identity was found in the shape of a medalion attached to a chain which the woman evidently wore about her neck. It bears the image of the Virgin Mary and was found on the body There was also found a large hat pin and large belt buckle.

These articles are in possession of Deputy Coroner Lamont. Detective Jones arrived here this afternoon and at once began an investigation, and it is hoped that his efforts will Soon prove successful. ALLEGED GILSON MURDER Detectives Claim That There Will Be Arrests Made in Plymouth Case. The detectives who have been making an effort to place the 1 re sponsibility for the death of Thomas Gilson, the l'ymouth mine foreman, whose lifeless body was found early one morning at the foot of a cliff several years ago, are still in the valley. They feel that there are strong grounds to suspect foul play and promise that an arrest will soon he made.

There are several men suspected of having participated in the alleged murder and it is said that these men will be kept under surveilance until such time as the officers decide upon making a move. County Detective Jones had been informed by them of what has been done in the case and he 'has been brought into consultation. He is assisting the other detectives in running down the clues they have happened upon. There is much interest displayed in the revival of the murder talk on the West Side and opinions are divided. Many hold that his death was accidental and that the dead man stumbled over the bank at the foot of which his remains were subsequently found.

Over 600 to See Punch and Judy Over 1,200 people took in the popular entertainment at the White Palace Saturday. Over 600 took in the Punch and Judy show. Four shows daily. The little niggers at 2:30 Punch and Judy, 4:15 Shadowgraphs, 7:15 Marionettes, 8:15 pm. A ticket with a 5 cent sale and over.

Shopping at the White Palace is a pleasure, by taking in these entertainments and having a good laugh, and a rest. Out-of-town people find this a convenience. Some took in the four shows Saturday. Plenty of music inside and out. The finest selections of dolls, toys, furs, furniture, in the city.

Four shows daily, until. Christmas. 1t. Donations The United- Charities today received from the Thanksgiving services at Beaver Meadow the sum of $1.98. Mrs.

Philip V. Weaver also sent in a contribution' of $10. Umbrellas Umbrellas Engraved while you, wait. The umbellas we sell are all finely made and the designs of handles are all the finest. Gold- -filled and sterling silver.

Three to ten dollars. It Wm. Glover. Mitchell Not Coming It is reported that President Mitchell of the U. M.

has written, saying that he will be unable to attend the Seventh district convention at Lansford in January, because of the fact that the international convention is to be held at Indianapolis the week followig the date set for the Lansford convention, and that it will be necessary for him to attend the preliminary meetings preceding that convention. Morbidly Curious Two young girls made a trip to Undertaker Boyle's morgue this morning and asked a number of questions about the body of the murdered woman which was found yesterday. They disclaimed any knowledge of her personality and declined to give their names. Their identity could not be learned, but they were either cognizant of the case or morbidly curious. At McAdoo The funeral of Hugh O'Donnell of McAdoo took place this morning.

Interment was made in St. Patrick's cemetery. A fine looking and apparently well trained bird dog came to the premIses of William Vangosky, corner of Tenth and Carson streets. Owner can have dog by paying for this advertisement. 1t Doing Time John Poliscapa, a Hungarian, was before the Mayor this morning, charged with being drunk and a nuisance.

In default of fine of $7.50 he is doing Ave days in the lookup. space I A Woman's Skill In the Absence of Her Husband She Saves A Life. Through the surgical skill of Mrs. Wetteran. wife of Dr.

Lewis Wetterau of Audenried, Anthony Kanritz of MeAdoo owes his life. Kanritz, who is a miner, received a severe laceration of the head by a piece of coal hitting him while at work in the Audenried mines. It bled profusely and he hastily fled from the mine to have it dressed. When he arrived at Dr. Wetterau's office he was very much weakened from the loss of blood and was growing more so every minute.

The doctor was busy making his calls at the time, but his wife took in the situa- tion of the poor man and began to work on the wound herself, knowing that no time could be lost. She immediately stopped the flow of blood and skillfully dressed the wound so that when the doctor examined it afterwards he found that nothing! more could be done for the present. Kanritz, who was very weak, was assisted to 'his home, but today is in fine condition and rapidly again gaining strength and grateful to the physician's wife, who undoubtedly. saved his life. Our cut glass for holiday gifts is the finest line in the city.

Sylvester Engle, the Jeweler. 7t Death of John Smith John Smith, an aged resident of Sugarloaf township, died early yesterday morning at the 'home of his son-in-law, Charles S. Mason, 540 North Laurel street, from ailments incident to old age. He was born in Sugarloaf township October 17, 1820, where he spent the greater portion of his life, having been engaged in farming. His wife died about a year ago.

He is survived by the following children: Robert, George and Mrs. William Faust, of Berwick; Lloyd, of Bloomsburg; Evan, of Nescopeck; Charles, of Weatherly; Mrs. Harvey A. Singley, of Wilkes Barre, and Mrs. Charles S.

'Mason, of this city. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning at 11:30, from the home of Mr. Mason. The remains will be taken on the 12:55 Pennsylvania train to Berwick, where services will be held and interment made. 25th Wedding Anniversary George and Mrs.

Christian of 404 East Walnut street on Saturday evening observed the twenty-fifth anniversary of their wedding, although the event occurred yesterday. A number of friends were present and royally entertained, and the hosts; wore the recipients of many useful and valuable presents. Bottler Held Up And Robbed Michael Polchek, a bottler of South Laurel street, was held up and robbed of $150, besides being severe-! ly handled, by highwaymen while returning to this city from Harwood. The holdup took place near the Harwood picnic grounds. sustained two broken ribs, besides numerous bruises and lacerations about the body.

Simmons Succeeds Gallagher Secretary John P. Gallagher on Saturday presented his resignation to the executive board, U. M. Seventh district, which was accepted. President Dettrey appointed Ralph Simmons of Nesquehoning to fill the unexpired term, and the appointment was ratified by the board.

Died At Almshouse Hospital George 'Held, formerly of 128 South Sherman court, who has been an inmate of the Laurytown hospital for several weeks, died there yesterday. The remains will be brought to this city for interment. Xmas Tip send him a case of Stegmaiers beer. Two dozen pints one dollar delivered promptly. Telephone us NOW New 3363, O.d 98-v THE CABINET CHANGES Four of the New Ones Were Sworn In Today.

Special to Sentinel. Washington, D. Dec. of the men who have been selected by President Roosevelt in the make-up of his new cabinet were sworn in. W.

H. Moody, the former Attorney General, was sworn in as a Justice of the Supreme Court; Oscar S. Strauss, as Secretary of Labor and Commerce; Victor H. Metcalf, as Secretary of the Navy, and Charles J. Bonaparte, as Attorney General to succeed Mr.

Moody. The ceremony consisted of appropriate speeches by outgoing and incoming officials. Subordinates of each department administered the oath of office. Other changes in the cabinet will not take place until the 4th of next March. SOME CUTTING Two Cases Where the Knife Got in Its Deadly Work.

John Kushua of Ricketts, aged about 36 years, who was seriously stabbed in the abdomen in a fight near that place, was brought to Wilkes-Barre on a special train early on Sunday morning and taken to the Mercy Hospital, where his condition was quite critical last evening. At Mahanoy City Albert Rossi, an Italian, aged 35, had his throat cut from ear to ear in the street at Mahanoy City early yesterday. The assassin, who is believed to be a countryman of the murdered man, escaped, but is believed to be hiding in the town. The stabbing followed a fight. Dance at Schad's tomorrow (Tuesday) night.

1t Sporting Paper Destroyed Special to Sentinel. New York, Dec. New York Police Gazette building, a landmark in this city, was partially destroyed by fire today, causing a loss of $1,000,000. Five firemen were badly burned who were at work on the building. 'Sporting records and pictures of great value were destroyed.

The buildings destroyed stood on the site where Benjamin Franklin lived in a cottage. Across the way stood the original White House where Washington lived while President. "Everything We Sell" Carries with it our guarantee as to its "quality and purity." It is to your financial interest to always come here first. Leichtman's "Palace of Sweets." New Hazle Hall. 1t William H.

Sykes Dead Many people in this region will be sorry to hear that William H. Sykes, who made weekly trips to this city for the past twenty years, is dead. He was a traveling salesman for the firm of Bitner, Hunsicker of Allentown, the anthracite coal regions being his principal route of travel. The last trip he made to this city was about six weeks ago. For the past six months he had been ailing.

While in this city he made his 'headquarters at the Central Hotel, and had many friends among the commercial men, being a man of extraordinary intelligence and one eagerly sought for his companionship. Carving sets, knives, forks and spoons make appropriate gifts. A fine selection at Sylvester Engle's jewelery store. 7t Another Prominent Allentonian Dead Francis J. Crilly, one of the best known men in the Lehigh Valley, died at his apartments in South Bethlehem on Saturday night.

He was for many years a deputy collector at the revenue port in Philadelphia. He resigned his office in Philadelphia to join his brother, Hon. Hugh E. rilly, in railway enterprises. He had been unwell for some time and spent the summer at Carlsbad, Germany.

'He graduated at the high University, receiving the degree of Master of Arts in addition to Bachelor of Arts, which he already had. Aged Lady Dead Rev. Melville Schmoyer of Trinity Lutheran church, West Hazleton, recelved word this morning that his grandmother, aged 82 years, had died on the old homestead near Trexlertown. She is survived by two children, B. J.

Schmoyer, father of Rev. Schmoyer, and Mrs. Susan Kutz of Bowers. The funeral will take place on Thursday, with interment in the old Lehigh comotery, near Alburtie. Gifts That Are Suitable Clocks In fine gilt casos, $1.50 to 830.

clock we sell la regulated and tested. Mantle clocks, 85 to 820. We guarantee every clock. War, Glorati Not In The Lobby Business A Grange Leader Says There Will Be No Lobby of That Order at Harris- burg This Winter. A prominent leader of the Pennsylvania State Grange in conversation with a Sentinel reporter on Saturday evening, denied that there would be 3 lobby at Harrisburg this winter to push legislation in favor of that organization.

He said that the Grang. ers in convention at Dubois during the week did not pass a resolution to install a paid lobby at Harrisburg, notwithstanding the reports in the newspapers to the contrary. He said that there was a discussion about legislative matters in the convention when the committee having that matter in hand made a report. "We are one part of the industrial class in Pennsylvania," he said, "that will not have a lobby hanging around the Legislature with the purpose of attempting enactments in the interest of our people, for the reason that we always have a fair share of the Representatives on the floors of both Houses." "'Farmer' Creasy, for instance, is more worth to the Grange element of Pennsylvania than the best picked lobby that could be sent there, hav. ing a thorough knowledge of legislative matters and the laws which the farmers most desire.

For twelve years he has battled for the rights of the common people, and will do so again in the coming Legislature. "I may say in this connection, that we have dozens of others in the Legislature, who are also from agricultural districts and who will be as active as 'Farmer' Creasy in looking after our interests, therefore there is no necessity for a Granger lobby at Harrisburg this session, and the report in the newspapers that we are going to send one, is not well founded." John H. Knies, jeweler, 22 East Mine street. 8-tf Ex-Sheriff Walters Buried All that was mortal of the late ExSheriff William Walters was laid to rest yesterday in the Union cemetery, Conyngham. Services were held at the Union church at 2 o'clock pm.

Many friends from a distance, who were associated with the deceased during life in a social and business way, attended the funeral, which was one of the largest seen in the valley in many years. Made Presentation Mrs. Amanda Deisroth has presented the Trinity Lutheran church with two handsome umbrella racks, and Mrs. Fred Cuyle presented a fine lot of glassware for use in the banquet room. Mr.

Fred Cuyle also presented the church with thirteen tables. The articles are al! of much use and are greatly appreciated by the members of the church. Father Forve's Condition Unchanged The condition of Rev. Father N. Forve of Williamsport, formerly pastor of Holy Trinity German Catholic church, this city, who has been in the Hospital, Philadelphia, for several months, is unchanged.

He is suffering from a' cancerous growth in the arm and which has tended to the shoulder. Christmas Trees Don't wait until the last minute select your trees. We have a large variety to select from, in Balsam and double spruce, fresh cut. All sizes and all prices. Iffert's Meat Market, 1t South Wyoming Street.

Funeral of W. J. Martin, Sr. The funeral of the late William J. Martin, took place this afternoon from the family residence, No.

413 East Elm street, and was largely attended. The remains were taken to St. John's P. M. church, where services were held by Rev.

W. H. sell. Interment was in Vine street cemetery. Two Sunday Hearings Michael Carney was arraigned before the Mayor yesterday morning, charged with being drunk and a nuisance.

He did not have the money to pay his fine, and is serving five days. John Monkosky was 80 drunk on Saturday night that he was taken to the lockup in a wheelbarrow. He paid $5, the fine imposed. Foot Race Arranged William Barrett of Scranton and Thomas McGeough of Gilberton, who recently defeated Fabey of Shenandonh, have been matched to min 100-yard, raco for $1,000 a aide. The will be run in City Park on Now Year's Da Canary birr 81 COLLISION AVERTED The "Hump" Almost Responsible For Serious Accident.

The dangerous "hump" at the extreme end of West Broad street came near being the scene of a serious, if not fatal accident on Saturday evening. The stage which plies between this city and (Harwood was on it3 way to this city, having three horses attached. A trolley car on its way to West Hazleton was bowling along at a fair rate of speed. Both approached the "hump" simultaneously. Had the car been beyond the precise control of the motorman a terrible accident would have resulted, but as soon as he espied the stage he applied the brakes and brought the car to a stand, almost grazing the leading horse.

The car was then and the stage given right of way. It was a close call and all aboard were thankful for their escape, narrow though it was. The night was very disagreeable and a mist on the windows of the car made a sharp lookout necessary and at the same time very difficult. The motorman is to be commended for his vigilance and promptness in bringing his car to a stop. He deserves the congratulations and praise of the authorities who are to blame for allowing the "hump" to exist, and for whom he saved thousands of dollars in damages.

Assistant Superintendent Resigns Assistant Superintendent Samuel Garner, of the Jeanesville Iron Works, has resigned his position, it is said, at the request of Supt. A. B. Jennings. Have you been around at Van's Toggery Shop to see their new line of Xmas goods.

Opposite post office. 1t Alleged Wife Deserter Discharged J. Kinsey of Wapwallopen, who was arraigned before Alderman Crellin, charged by his wife with nonsupport, was discharged after a careful review of the evidence. It appears that Mrs. Kinsey's mother is at the bottom of the troubles of this pair.

Kinsey said: "I have never refused to provide for my wife and child, and stand ready to do so now, providing she will come and live with me at Wapwallopen, where I am employed. I do object, however, to her spending most of her time in this city, and contracting bills which I am unable to pay. I have a good home at Wahwallopen, but for some reason or other she refuses to stay with me, and hence the trouble. I even offered her $100 to give me the child and go her way." When asked whether he proposed to sue for a divorce Mr. Kinsey said: "I certainly am, for I cannot stand this persecution any longer." Go to Drumheller's for ice skates.

51 South Wyoming street. tr Death of Mrs. Ida Tench Ida, wife of S. V. Tench, general superintendent of the Red Ash Coal died at her home, 135 South Grant street, Wilkes-Barre, yesterday morning at 8:30, after suffering three weeks with stomach trouble.

The deceased was 32 years old and is survived by her husband and several children. The funeral will be held from her home on Tuesday afternoon at 2:30. Interment will be made in the Hollenback cemetery. at Schad's tomorrow (Tuesday) night. 1t Henry Saxe Stricken Henry Saxe, a farmer, living near Brow's school house in Sugarloaf township, was stricken with apoplexy today, and his condition is regarded as serious.

Mrs. Grebey Critically Ill Mrs. Grebey, mother of Officer Casper Grebey, is critically ill at her home in West Hazleton, and her death is momentarily expected. Buy A Phonograph for four family. You can all enjoy it.

We will sell you one on installments of $1 per week. 1t Wm. Glover. Ste-Kleen toth brushes--Dr. Hertz.

Smith--At Hazleton, Sunday, December 16th, John Smith, aged 86 years, 1 month and 29 days. Funeral on Tuesday at 11:30 am. at the realdence of his daughter, Mrs. Charles S. Mason, North Laurel 'street.

Funeral will leave on the 12:55 Penney train for Berwick, where tnterment will be made. Bachman funeral directors. Redmer- At. Haaleton, Sunday, December 16th, Edward son of Mr. and Mra.

August Redmer, aged 7, months and 9 days, FunTuesday at 3 pal. Services, at in Vine street Dross BONDS NOT INGREASED Petitions Filed to Have Election Contests Quashed. Application was made to the court (Saturday to have the bond of Attorney M. J. Mulhall, in his election contest started against Attorney Abram Salsburg increased, but Judges Lynch, Halsey and Ferris, sitting in chambers, refused to allow the motion to increase the bond from the amount fixed by the Judges on Thursday, the amount being $10,000.

Applications were also presented asking that the time for a hearing in the proceedings against Mr. Walser, as well as in those of Lewis Jones against Henry Walser, who was elected Prothonotary at the recent election, be extended. This was allowed and the court fixed Monday morning, January 7, 1907, as the time that the matter shall be heard. The hearing in chambers Saturday was held at 10 o'clock in the office of Judge Lynch and it was a rather spirited proceeding. The attorneys representing those back of the contests presented strong arguments in favor of having the bond increased, the main argument being that the cost of carrying through the contest proceedings will greatly exceed the amount of the bond required by the court.

Attorney John H. Bigelow of this city made a lengthy appeal in regard to increasing the bond of the contestants. He stated that according to the petitions, almost every voter in the county would have to be produced and that if the respondents were put to the expense of a defense covering so large a territory the bond of $10,000 would be grossly inadequate to cover the expenses to be increased. It was also alleged that the charges of fraud and improper conduct of the election, especially in the contest for the District Attorneyship, were of such a character as to reflect upon each election board in the county. This act of assembly requires the court to give an amount sufficient to cover all probable expenses and he vigorously contended that the amount asked would not pay all the expenses and consequently could not protect the rights of the defense.

Motions were also presented asking that the petitions be quashed. It was contended by the attorneys representing the respondents that they were of a most sweeping character and in addition were decidedly indefinite. To substantiate their claim the attor. neys presented a decision of Judge Wheaton's in a similar case in which he quashed the petition. In regard to this matter the Judges decided that the proper place to make such a motion would in open court.

There being no. sessions of court the first Monday in January the court, decided to extend the time or answer to the several petitions until Jan uary 7th. A petition was also presented, signed by S. J. Strauss, Paul W.

Oliver, W. J. Trembath and others, asking the President Judge to request the Attorney General to retain and employ attorneys to represent the Commonwealth in the investigatien of the charges and prosecution of offenders against the election law. This was made under Act of May 2, 1905, pamphlet laws 351. The effect of this petition would be that the attorneys so employed by the 'Attorney General could sede the District Attorney of the county in the preparation and bring.

ing to trial of the cases mentioned in the petition. President Judge Lynch fixed this morning at 10 o'clock in chambers as the time for the hearing of this and suggested that the attorneys present their petition to Abram Salsburg for his review thereon. No action, however, was taken today on the petition, the matter being postponed for one week by Judge Lynch. The Cobleigh papers, which were missing, are now in the hands of Judge Wheaton and will be forthcoming at the proper time. TODAY'S STOCKS DIED DIED MacAllister, broker, Broad and Vine streets.

Union Pacific 184 Balt. Ohio Steel, com. 48 Steel, pref. P. 94.

Ches. Ohio 57 St, -Paul 197 Erie Ont. Went. 48 48 N. Reading ..1483 140 B.

R. T. 82 Amal. Copper Atchison 8th. selfie 031 8tbe com.

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