THE BURNS LYON MURDER TRIAL: A verdict of not guilty was rendered by the jury in the murder trial which has been in progress the past week, Richard Wagner being acquitted of the charge for which he and five others were implicated. The jury was as follows: From Susquehanna, Mrs. Ruth DeWitt, Mrs. Ella A. Matthews, Wm. H Langford; From Oakland, Fred L. Zaller; from Apolacon, James Lynch; from Rush, Mina Robertson; from Middletown, Patrick Degnan; from Lanesboro, Frank Ferry and Miss Hattie Patrick; from Thompson, Edward J. Gillian; from Gibson, Frank Wheeler; from Great Bend, Thomas Downs.

County Jail: Even the prisoners, fifteen in number, who are in the county jail, will not fare so badly at their Thanksgiving dinner. Sheriff and Mrs. McLaughlin are planning an extra good repast for the inmates, which will include roast pork, cranberry sauce, sweet and white potatoes, plum pudding, pickles, coffee, etc.

New Milford - A banquet, complimentary to C. M. Shelp, was given in the Park Hotel, Nov. 19, by the Masonic Lodge of New Milford. Mr. Shelp, one of the oldest Masons in the county, and the oldest in that lodge, has been active in that organization for many years. His fellow Masons thought it would be enjoyable to recognize his worth to the lodge, and their adoration for him as a man, to make him their guest of honor at an occasion of the kind mentioned. It marked his 62nd anniversary as a Mason.

Montrose - The high school team will tackle Olyphant high school at Montrose. This game has been the objective of the maroon team all this season, as last Thanksgiving Day Olyphant won by a 13-6 score. The “Cornhuskers” from M. H. S. have played eight games so far this season and have lost but three. Olyphant, with only one defeat, has its best team in its history, and is rated as one of the fastest in Northeastern Pa. Tickets are now on sale at 50 cents each. ALSO Philip Bunnell, of Scranton, star quarter back on the Yale football team, has been elected captain for 1926. “Tibby” is a son of Atty. and Mrs. Willard Bunnell and is well known in Montrose, his parents having a summer home a few miles from town. He is a nephew of Miss Fannie L. Bunnell, local librarian. ALSO Hanging from a couple of windows, from the second floor of Hotel Donovan, were half a dozen native pheasants, three beautiful ring-necked pheasants, five grey squirrels and a couple of rabbits. The bag represented the kill made on Tuesday by out of town hunters. Many passersby looked at the game wistfully—but it was out of reach.

Ararat - The “Dairymen’s League” plant remodeling, concreting and new modern ice house, painting, etc., is nearly completed and shows a very marked improvement of which the League members and association may well feel proud.

West Auburn - A patriotic and law enforcement entertainment will be held in the church, Dec. 4. The program will consist of songs, exercises, plays, pantomimes and special music. The playlet, “His Flag,” an adaptation from a stage and photoplay, will be enjoyed by all, as it combines patriotism, pathos and humor.

Harford - Mrs. Lucy Hart, of Beloit, Wis., was recently a guest of her nephew and niece, Mr. and Mrs. O. F. Maynard. Mrs. Hart was formerly Miss Lucy Sterling, daughter of Silas and Clarissa Titus Sterling, born in Brooklyn twp. She was left motherless when very young and was adopted into the home of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Sterling, of Brooklyn. When 16 years old she went with the Sterlings to Wisconsin, to live, where she married and became the mother of 14 children. This was Mrs. Hart’s first visit east after a lapse of 60 years.

Friendsville - In a conversation of William Flynn we learned that his son, John, a graduate of Montrose High School and Penn State College, is now a professor at Cornell where he teaches botany and other sciences. He placed first out of 190 who took examinations for a master’s degree.

Uniondale - A number from here attended the recital, by the Starrucca-Thompson orchestra, at the Orson school. ALSO C. E. Douglas has purchased the confectionary store of John S. Boulter.

Great Bend - Fire destroyed the Norman H. Parke house here, the latter part of last week. Mrs. Lena Fox, who occupied a portion of the dwelling, saved a large part of her household goods.

Hop Bottom - The lecture, “Our Nation at the Cross Roads,” given by Mrs. Maud Seymour, was very fine.

Gelatt - About 70 attended the reception for Mr. and Mrs. Richard Owens, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. S. Risley. They received many beautiful presents and a sum of money. Dainty refreshments were served. The evening was spent in music, singing and games.

Forest City - While Dr. G. T. McGuire was examining the children at No. 2 school, on Monday, he found a peanut lodged in the throat of Walter, six-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kolisinskay, of Center street. The lad was taken to the City Private Hospital, Carbondale, and the peanut was removed.

Bridgewater Twp. - Andrew Jackson Holley, aged nearly 79 years, died at his home, just east of Montrose, November 19. Deceased was a veteran of the Civil war and had spent practically his entire life in this vicinity. He was a stone mason and considered, during his prime, as one of the best in this section. Members of the G. A. R. and Sons of Veterans attended in a body. Interment was in Montrose cemetery.

Lanesboro - Edward Clapper, who discovered a large vein of coal on his farm, is planning to open a mine and develop the property. He has already opened a drift, twelve feet deep, and is satisfied that there is coal in paying quantities on the premises. One other mineral found in the mine is of crystal substance and looks like glass. There is much sulphur in the mine and other minerals which would interest a geologist.

Auburn Four Corners - The children of this school received their first inoculation for diphtheria last Friday.

Newest Thing in Toyland: See the new genuine “Bye-Lo” baby dolls. These famous dolls are unlike any we have ever seen. Grace Story Putnam received a large sum of money as a prize for designing the “Bye-Lo” doll. Miss Putnam modeled this work of art from a real live baby a few days old. The result is a very realistic likeness. They have sleeping glass eyes and cry in a natural manner. Every little detail is carefully worked out even to the stork panties and tiny gilt safety pins. Can be purchased at Robinove’s Dept. Store, Montrose.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ONE AND ALL AS WE GIVE THANKS FOR ALL THE BLESSINGS IN OUR LIVES, BIG AND SMALL.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - The last month was the coldest and most dismal on record. There were four clear days,14 cloudy and 13 very cloudy. We had three snow storms. The precipitation was 8.74 inches. The highest temperature was 67; the lowest 15 above zero.

Brooklyn - Hallowe’en witches played a number of pranks one evening, but none were harmful and no property was destroyed. The Hallowe’en social was well attended with unique and grotesque costumes. Mrs. C.T. Otto had the prettiest costume and Jack Mitten, the funniest.

Pleasant Valley, Auburn Twp. - Dr. Owen, of Lawton, was in this vicinity testing cattle for tuberculosis. Samuel Reimel lost seven; Chas. Ace lost four; and Mrs. Mary Schoonmaker lost one. All were driven to Skinner’s Eddy to be shipped to Pittston. Others in this vicinity have not had their cattle tested yet.

Hop Bottom - On Thursday afternoon the ladies of Book Club, No. 1, were pleasantly entertained at the home of Mrs. J. W. Bisbee. Ladies of Book Club, No. 2, met at Mrs. Ray Byram’s.

Forest City - A quiet wedding took place at the Sacred Heart church when Miss Albina M. Chodorowski, of Herrick Center, was united in marriage to Frank C. Opeka, of Herrick Center. Rev. A. Halicki performed the ceremony. They were attended by Miss Mary Opeka, sister of the groom, and John Petrick. Mrs. Opeka was a former Forest City resident.

Montrose - A program consisting of songs and recitations will be rendered at the A. M. E. Zion church, Nov. 9th. A small admission will be charged. Those participating are: Caroline Thompson, Gussie Reid, Gonzella Lewis, Vivian Case, Irene Gooden, Christine Thompson, William Myers and Mrs. Charles Naylor. ALSO About 40 couples attended the masquerade dance, which was given at the Craftsman Club. The costumes of the dancers were in many cases elaborate and all were amusing or puzzling. The dance was thoroughly enjoyed and the music was furnished by Miller’s five-piece band, of Binghamton, its excellence having much to do with the merriment of the occasion. Winners of the prizes for the best costumes were Mrs. F. W. Trump, Montrose, and Hugh Lott, of Springville. ALSO The first community sing, held in Colonial Hall, was greatly enjoyed by an audience which crowded the auditorium. The band program was excellent and the presence of music lovers was a pleasant feature of the gathering.

Hallstead/Great Bend - The river bridge between Hallstead and Great Bend is being torn down to give place to the new structure. Passengers are being carried across by the ferry at five cents a trip, one way.

Uniondale - Our Erie depot is being remodeled which was something that was badly needed. ALSO George Reynolds has purchased a new four-door Ford sedan of Douglas & Yale.

Franklin Twp. - The amount of cream which is obtained from Jersey cows’ milk is indicated in the production of a herd of seven Jerseys owned by Wm. L. Bailey. In 105 days these seven animals have produced 805 quarts of cream. Mr. Bailey sells the cream to Robert Caterson, who retails it in Montrose.

Clifford - Fred Scutt (Scott?) had the misfortune to have 34 laying hens stolen last Sunday night.

Springville - A goodly number attended the laying of the corner stone of the Baptist church on Sunday. The stone was a gift of Charles Dietrich, of Tunkhannock.

Dimock - Wallace Fish, who is nearly 90 years old, is failing fast, and the end seems near. He is cared for by Geo. Baker, of West Auburn. ALSO Now is the time to bank your cellars before winter sets in.

New Milford - The Ladies’ Aid, of the M. E. church, will hold its annual bazaar and roast pork supper in the church parlors, Nov, 12. “Susie’s Novelty Band” will furnish music.

Gibson - Our teachers, Fred Tingley and Harriet Baldwin, attended teachers’ institute at South Gibson.

Death of George A. Post - G. A. Post died October. 31, 1925, in Somerville, NJ. He was born in Cuba, Allegheny County, NY, in 1854, and spent his youth in Owego, NY. His father, Ira, was connected with the Erie Railroad for almost 50 years and his mother was Harriett Newell Curtis before her marriage. When Mr. Post was 18 he went to Susquehanna and worked for the Erie R. R. and as soon as he was eligible to vote and at the age of 22, he was elected Mayor of Susquehanna, and a few years later was elected a member of the 48th Congress, being the youngest member at that time. He studied law at night, was admitted to the bar, and held several political offices, including chairman of the state convention in 1885. He was editor and part owner, with W. C. Cruser, of the Montrose Democrat, from 1883 to 1889, when he moved to New York and was connected with The World until 1892. He left that newspaper to become vice-president of the Standard Coupler Company, which made him president two years later. He held numerous positions with the railway and became known throughout the country for his activities in representing the interests of railway equipment manufacturers. Mr. Post was president of the Geo. A. Post Company and of the Hudson River Bridge and Terminal Association. He was a director of I.B.M. and councillor of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. His wife, who was Minnie C. Munson, of Susquehanna, before her marriage in 1881, and a son, George A. Post, Jr. [who eventually lived in Montrose], survive.

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna County Republican, November 4, 1825.

THE subscribers to the new Meeting House, lately erected in Brooklyn, are requested to meet at the Meeting House on Thursday, the 10th inst., at 9 o’clock A.M., for the purpose of disposing of the pews or seats agreeably to the article of subscription; and all those who have not settled with Mr. Lord, the builder, are requested to have it done before that time. By order of the Trustees. Brooklyn, Nov. 2, 1825. [According to Stocker’s Centennial History, pg. 673, the First Universalist Church was built on the hill east of the village in 1824, and was dedicated November 25, 1825.]

CLOTH DRESSING. THE subscribers respectfully inform the public that they intend carrying on the above business in their new establishment, in Harford township, the ensuing season. They are now ready to receive CLOTH, and warrant their work done well, and with dispatch. Most kinds of country produce taken in payment if delivered by the first of February next. Cloth for dressing may be left at the house of Amos Tiffany, in Harford, or at their works. AMOS TIFFANY, HORACE BLACKMAN, JEDSON BLACKMAN. Harford.

NOTICE. ALL persons indebted in the estate of MARTIN LANE, deceased, late of Harmony township, are requested to make immediate payment;—and persons having demands against said estate, are requested to present them to the subscriber, duly attested for settlement. JESSE LANE, Acting Executor.

Lanesboro - A terrible accident occurred Sunday, when an automobile driven by George Romaine, of Johnson City, stalled on the track of the D. & H. railroad at Lanesboro, just as a fast freight, bound for Carbondale, came running around the curve and before the occupants could move struck it broadside. The automobile and occupants struck the passenger station some 30 ft. distant, with a terrible crash. Men in the station rushed to aid of the injured and found George Terrell, aged 45, was dead; his wife, Phebe, aged 28, died in the Barnes Hospital. Their little son, Raymond, three years of age, was found on the floor of the waiting room of the station, having been hurled through a large window. He suffered terrible cuts and a broken leg. Two men were also in the car, both seriously injured. The Terrells lived in Brandt until Mr. Terrell secured work in Binghamton. He came to Brandt to take his wife and son to Binghamton when the accident happened.

Lackawanna Trail - James Casey, aged 21, son of Mrs. John Casey, of Montrose, was instantly killed in an automobile collision on the Lackawanna Trail, Oct. 10th. The car in which he was riding collided with a car coming from the opposite direction. His companions in the car, Regis Dolan, who was driving, and Francis and Paul Shea, all escaped with slight injuries. The accident happened not far from Woodward’s dance hall. The young men had been at Hallstead and as they neared the junction with the Montrose Trail they decided to go to Woodward’s for a lunch. It was early in the morning and all were tired and dozed off. Dolan later expressed belief that this was the cause of the accident. The party in the other car, Harold Whitney and wife, said that they saw the car coming, wobbling back and forth across the pave, and he got off the pave, but the car grazed his machine in passing and flipped over, causing young Casey’s death.

Heart Lake - One cottage was burned and another partially consumed on Sunday evening, while a third was on fire, which was extinguished. All three were the property of Reeves Darling, of Binghamton, who owns four cottages on the lake. When the fire was discovered it was thought that the large ice house was burning, and many from Montrose went there to give aid. The cottage, known as “The Klondike,” nearby, was wreathed in flames when the fire was observed, and due to the limited facilities to fight the blaze, it could not be saved. The fact that two other cottages were also on fire indicated that the origin of the blazes might be of an incendiary nature. Evidence was found that mattresses in the cottages were saturated with gasoline and ignited. The fires are being investigated by Trooper Brennan of the Wyoming Barracks.

Montrose - The first noticeable snowfall in the vicinity came Friday night and Saturday morning, October 10 & 11. It was unusually early for such pronounced winter weather, about 2 inches of snow falling, while the high wind made Saturday morning appear like a November day. The cold wave was felt all over the east and in many places in the state an inch or two of snow fell. This is said to be the earliest snowfall in this locality in 18 years.

Ararat - A three and one-half foot snow drift was measured here on Saturday morning. That beats anything we could produce in Montrose on that day, although it was wild and wooly with the ground frozen and the mercury hovering around 25.

Dimock - Much loss was sustained by the farmers who had not harvested all their garden crops and apples. Mr. Cope was perhaps the biggest loser in this vicinity, as his apple loss its estimated at $1,300 or over. However, despite wintery weather and snow, 300 were in attendance at the Community Fair, held Saturday. All outside events were called off, yet people kept coming from surrounding towns until the community building was filled.

Uniondale - Lester Carpenter came up from Scranton in his new Essex Six Coach and spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs. Nellie Carpenter, to whom he presented a fine Victrola and assortment of records.

Auburn Twp. - Last Saturday was one of the severest days that has been known for many years. It snowed practically all day accompanied by a severe north wind which made it tedious for man or beast to be out in. The thermometer registered 26 degrees in the morning and remained around freezing all day. Farmers haven’t got their potatoes dug yet, and grave fears are they are frozen, as Sunday morning ice measured one inch.

Forest City -With three fingers of his right hand so badly mangled by the explosion of a dynamite cap that they had to be amputated, Joseph Adlus, 10 year old Forest City boy, showed remarkable stoicism, Thursday afternoon, when he unflinchingly climbed on the operating table in emergency Hospital, Carbondale. He was also lacerated about the chest and head by the force of the explosion. It is stated that a boy schoolmate tossed the cap on his desk. The boy, unaware of its dangerous nature, cut into it with a knife. The resulting explosion hurled him to the floor. Dr. J. H. McGuire, who was inspecting the school, gave him first aid and hurried him to the hospital.

Millions Mourn - The entire nation was saddened to hear of the death of Christy Mathewson, probably the most famous character in national baseball history. His death was due to pneumonia. For six years he had successfully fought tuberculosis, but a severe cold developed into pneumonia, causing his death at Saranac Lake, NY. Mathewson is credited with having had a wonderfully uplifting influence in the baseball world and all admired his sportsmanship and noble character. He was for years the hero of the diamond and never committed an act that lessened his fame in the eyes of his admirers. His funeral was held in Lewisburg, Pa. He is survived by his wife and son and his aged parents, Mr.and Mrs. G. D. Mathewson, of Factoryville, and a sister.

Montrose - The carnival on Tuesday afternoon and evening went over with a bang, notwithstanding the coldness of the weather, which was not sufficiently cold to chill the enthusiasm of the large crowds who participated in the fun. The proceeds amounted to over $1,000 and it is expected that when expenses are paid $800 will be cleared. This sum will be applied toward the pump engine fund, providing a motor-driven truck for Montrose firemen.

Springville - The third annual fair was held here with a large crowd, fine exhibits and good weather. The fair was held in the community building and on the neighboring grounds. The exhibits included sewing and various kinds of needlework, pastry, fruits, vegetables, grains, flowers, etc. A commendable parade, headed by a band made up of local musicians, was held in the early afternoon. It was a colorful procession with a considerable number of automobiles, many children in line, with some of them driving ponies in gaily decorated carts, while an excellent imitation of a calliope created wonderment and entertainment.

Harford - Henry Whitney died Friday morning, after a lingering illness. The funeral was held at the house Sunday afternoon, with interment in the Harding cemetery. ALSO The Harford Fair was a splendid success, in spite of the rainy weather. An unusually large crowd was present on Wednesday and the exhibits were all very nice.

Uniondale - Our sturdy [Civil War] veteran, Richard R. Davis, was the victim of an accident while cutting wood on the Planishek farm. A stick flew up and struck him in the face, cutting the upper lip badly. He is 86 years of age and delights in wood chopping, in which he is an expert.

Clifford - Mrs. Mary Moon, of Denver, arrived in time to celebrate her father’s 95th birthday—Thomas W. Atkinson—who has been a life long resident here.

Dimock - Seven kid wagons now carry the pupils to and from the school here. ALSO What has happened to the whistle at the creamery that it does not blow in the morning any more?

Forest City - Frank Putz, Frank Kozlevcar, John Sulecki and John Zenko were admitted to citizenship at Scranton last week. Theodore Ralko also received citizenship papers. ALSO The “woman in black” has been apprehended after terrorizing the people of South Main street. Saturday night she entered a street car and stretched her self at full length on a long seat in the car. When asked for the fare she told the conductor he might go to a hotter climate as she would not pay fare. At Simpson the conductor asked for the fare again. He received a storm of abuse. She was taken to Carbondale and placed in the custody of the chief of police. Later she was removed to State hospital, Scranton, for an examination as to her sanity.

Susquehanna - Contractor Bennett began laying concrete on the Lanesboro end of the Susquehanna-Lanesboro state road on Monday of this week.

Rush/Fairdale - Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Keller, of Rush, drove over the new concrete pave between Rush and Fairdale when coming to Montrose. Practically all of the pave has been completed between these two points and light traffic is permitted. Before the pave is completed to Camptown, a half mile stretch is to be laid below Rush, and also a considerable gap between Lawton and Rushville.

Birchardville - Dayton Birchard returned to Colgate University for his second year; Miss Vida Park has gone to Mansfield Normal School and Kenneth Dayton, Don Birchard, Gerald Dayton, Helen Birchard, Luella Burr and Ethel Griffis are attending Montrose High School.

Hop Bottom - The electric lights went out of commission just about the time the service opened in the M. E. Church. The pastor gave an interesting sermon, though the church was illuminated only by the flashes of lightning from the passing thunder storm.

Hallstead - The new boats for the second ferry are rapidly nearing completion and when in operation will be run by electric power.

Star-Spangled Banner Flag - In the Smithsonian Institute at Washington is the American flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to write “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

State Police Make Raid in County Jail - Sheriff McLaughlin has been experiencing some difficulty in keeping the jail from being an oasis on an otherwise dry mountain top. On Saturday night he and three state police searched the jail in an effort to find who had liquor in their possession and endeavor to stop the smuggling in of wet goods to the prisoners. Three empty bottles were found in one cell and a fourth bottle in another, Each bottle had been emptied recently and contained a small amount of what officers believe to be intoxicating liquor. A state trooper was “arrested” and committed to jail and gathered evidence on who was providing the liquor and to whom.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Gazette, September 23, 1825.

The meeting which was held at the court house to make an anti-caucus nomination, was unanimous in favor of Almon H. Read, Esq., for Senator; but taking into consideration, that two persons were already on nomination for that office [John Ryon being one], it was thought politic not to take any step that might chance to operate in favor of the caucus candidate. Mr. Read’s talents and character eminently entitle him to the confidence of the people, and will, no doubt, at a future period, recommend him to public favor, when circumstances like the present, will not render it inexpedient for the people to yield a due support. Mr. Read’s good sense will, we think, sanction the proceedings of this meeting, so far as relates to the Senatorial nomination. [In 1825 John Ryon was elected State Senator; Almon Read was elected in 1827; next in 1829, 30, 31 and 32 and in 1833 elected for a four year term. He was State Treasurer for one year and then elected a member of the Convention to Revise the Constitution of Pennsylvania. Almon Read died in 1844 of consumption, a year after his wife, Eliza Cooper Read, died of a short illness. Almon Read, Benj. Case and William Jessup were the first trio of able lawyers in the county.] A portrait of Almon H. Read is on display in the Historical Society.

NOTICE: The Susquehanna County Historical Society will present “Country Couture: An exhibit of ladies’ and children’s wear from the 19th and early 20th centuries” on October 3rd and 4th at the Society’s Museum in Montrose as part of the Susquehanna County Heritage Trail on October 4th. For more details see the Society’s website or Facebook page.

THE BURNS LYON MURDER TRIAL: The jury in the Walter Kubus trial, charged with complicity in killing Burns Lyon, a Uniondale cattle dealer, returned a verdict of guilty in the second degree. The 18 year-old youth was being tried on a charge of murder, the assault and robbery taking place Oct, 3, 1921. Dr. David Brewster, who served in the army medical corps during the war, and now a resident of Montrose, testified for the defense. He said he treated mental cases for two years in the service. He said he examined Kubus and found he had the mentality of a child of nine years and his judgment was inferior. The trial of Richard Wagner, an alleged accomplice with Kubus, was taken up next and the entire day was consumed in drawing a jury.

Alford - Mr. and Mrs. Archie Carpenter returned from their wedding trip to State College and Flushing, L. I., and a reception was tendered them at their home. The gifts were of Pyrex ware, linen, rugs, pillow slips, blankets, luncheon sets, bed spreads, percolator, doilies, berry spoons and other things, which they appreciate very much, and thank all for their kindness.

Springville - Mrs. Jennie Sherman, who has been very ill at her home east of Springville, passed away Monday morning, Nov. 16th. ALSO The party who borrowed jack screws belonging to A. B. Tuttle is kindly requested to return them as the owner wishes to use them.

Forest City - The new store building being erected by T. P. Kilhullen is nearing completion. It makes a very ornate block and will be a considerable addition to Main Street.

Montrose - A meeting of the Montrose Cemetery Association was held in the library, the president Dr. J. A. Bullard, presiding. The association is doing considerable improving of the grounds, and also to the house on Jackson street, lately acquired by the association. The survey of the new portion of the cemetery has been completed and about 40 lots are now available for purchase of those desiring. The new plots are among the best in the cemetery. ALSO The fourth grade students are making a November sand table of the Indians and Pilgrims.

Kingsley - The Ladies’ Aid Society, of the M. E. church, will conduct a bazaar and supper in the Crystal Club rooms, Nov. 20th. Supper from 4:45 until all are served. Fancy articles, dry goods, vegetables, fruits, canned goods, fish pond, parcel post packages and home-made candy on sale. Proceeds for the building fund.

Thompson - Mrs. E. C. Layton entertained Mrs. Seymour and Mrs. Lott, the Women’s Christian Temperance Union workers, last Wednesday. Mrs. Seymour gave a short address in the school house and later gave a lecture in the M. E. church on “Our Country at the Cross Roads,” which was enjoyed by all. At the closing ten new members were taken in. ALSO Wood for sale at Ralph Crosier’s farm, $3.00 a cord. Inquire at Lewis Sloat’s.

Susquehanna - John P. Coyle, a Susquehanna business man, was almost instantly killed in an automobile collision at Brisbane, NY. His skull was fractured and a post mortem examination showed that the heart was ruptured by the shock. With him in the car were Leo White, of Susquehanna, who was driving, and his father, John White, of Uniondale. Mr. Coyle noted an approaching car, and remarked “that fellow seems in a hurry,” and at the same time started lighting a cigar. The oncoming car was a large Stutz touring, and it struck the front wheel of White’s car, which crashed into a tree. Mr. Coyle was thrown against the side of the car with great force, although Mr. White and his son were not seriously injured. Mr. Coyle conducted a cigar store in the Stack block and was one of the most popular men in the town. His death is a great loss to his family, consisting of a widow and three children, his mother, five sisters and two brothers.

Birchardville - The men of Birchardville and vicinity will serve their annual oyster supper to the ladies on Wednesday evening, Nov. 25. Proceeds to benefit the church.

Bridgewater Twp. - The home of Leon Lindsey, near Meshoppen Creek, caught fire, but through the efforts of neighbors the building was saved. It is believed that mice started the fire by nibbling matches, as the blaze originated in some waste paper in one of the sleeping rooms on the second floor. The paper had been used under carpet, and was temporarily thrown aside.

Dimock - The Dimock Glee club is putting on a cantata, “The Family Doctor,” at the Community building, Nov 24th. This club has 32 members from the Junior and Senior High School, under the leadership of Mrs. Paul Blancher. The officers are: President, Mary Williams; Librarian, Violet LaRue; Treasurer, Anna Benninger.

Crystal Lake - Five more cottages have been entered and robbed, according to Dr. L. Bassett, secretary of the Crystal Lake Cottage Owners’ Association. The extent of the loot, or the damage done to the summer homes, could not be learned. The cottages entered are owned by J. Harper Fulkerson, N. H. Hiller, Mrs. Thos. Jones, Andrew Hubbard and Dr. Bishop. The report of the robberies was made by John Downing, watchman employed by the Cottage Owners’ Association, when he made his usual visit to the cottages. The cottage owners, whose houses were pillaged, are of the opinion that the perpetrators are the same clique that rifled cottages on the opposite side of the lake, about a month ago, when Dr. Frank M. Nealon and T. J. Mulholland sustained heavy losses.

Herrick Center - A Community Supper will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Carpenter, Thursday evening, Nov. 26. The proceeds are for the use of the Myers Cemetery Association in fixing the cemetery. Adults 50 cents, children 25 cents.

News Brief: Potato prices have ceased to soar, New York markets report. The first of the week prices had dropped to $1.00 a bushel. It is believed that this is temporary and prices will mount soon, as the supply is only for the time being in excess of the demand. Some of the potatoes purchased have been found frozen by October’s early freeze and this has a tendency to make buyers wary.

“200 Years Ago from the Susquehanna County Republican, November 18, 1825.

CLOTH DRESSING - The subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public in general, that he still continues to carry on the above business at his stand in Harford. Those who will please to favor him with their custom, may depend on having their work well done, and on a reasonable note. Most kinds of PRODUCE will be taken in payment—FLAXSEED in particular. N. B. Those indebted, whose accounts have been sometime standing, must settle the same without delay, and save cost. JOSEPH SWEET, Harford.

MILLINERY - MRS. CURTIS, offers for sale a general assortment of Leghorn, Straw and Silk Bonnets. Leghorn & Straw BONNETS, cleaned and repaired.

Williams Pond - Charles Brown, who resides near this place, is one of the county’s really old men in point of years. Today he celebrates his 96th birthday. Like most men who reach advanced years, he does not appear that old, but is still remarkably young appearing, many men in the seventies not being as “spry or active” as he now is. He is a type of citizen to whom we can “point with pride,” a reader of The Democrat for many years and he still enjoys reading of county and national happenings.

Factoryville - Rufus P. Lindley died at his home on Friday, October. 16, 1925. Death came to relieve him of suffering from a compilation of diseases and advanced age. He was the son of Levi and Mary Lindley, and was born April 26, 1841on a farm in Lathrop township. When the war broke out, in 1861, young Lindley, then a strong, healthy farmer, enlisted in Co. F, 52nd Pa Volunteers, and served until the close of the war—over four years. At one time he was taken prisoner by the Confederates and confined in Andersonville prison for over eight months. His strong physical constitution and mental nature enabled him to withstand the privations of those months of inhuman treatment. After four years spent in the service of our country, and when the much longed for peace came, R. P. Lindley came back home and like thousands of other farmer boys “took hold of the plow and never looked back.” He married Miss Hattie Giles, a former schoolmate, and made the Lindley home in Lathrop township a pleasant spot. They were members of the Methodist Church in Brooklyn and the parents of two children. Advancing years and the ill health of Mrs. Lindley made it advisable to sell the farm and retire from the strenuous live. They purchased a home in Factoryville, where the death of Mrs. Lindley occurred. Rufus married his second wife, Mrs. Hattie Adams, of Kingsley, and they lived together until his death. His funeral was attended by members of Capt. Rice Post, G. A. R., Brooklyn, where Rufus served as commander at the time of his death. A detail of members of the American Legion acted as casket bearers, and “taps” was sounded as all that remained of R. P Lindley on earth was deposited beneath the flag he served so well in the beautiful cemetery in Factoryville.

North Bridgewater - The Woman’s Christian Temperance Union met with Mrs. R. L. Clink and a goodly number were present. They tied off two quilts.

Oakland - The Rayon Product Co., silk mill, now employs 115 hands. The management expects to have 400 employees within the next six months and new machinery for the same is being rapidly installed.

Springville - On Sunday, Nov. 1st, at 11 o’clock, there will be services appropriate to the laying of the corner stone of the Baptist church. ALSO The Ladies’ Aid Society of the M. E. church, will serve their annual chicken dinner on election day. Fancy work, aprons and other articles will be on sale.

Harford - Harvey Jennsus has been inspecting and making many improvements on our roads. Thanks! The people of South Harford appreciate good roads. Our men are improving the road in Kingsley leading to the station, having finished the one in Harford township.

Auburn Center - Mrs. Eva Manning is planning to spend the winter with her sister, Mrs. Titman. During her absence Mr.Hatton, our principal, will occupy her rooms. With this vacancy, Mr. Hatton has been enabled to bring his family here as he could find no place to live.

Uniondale - Rev. John Robinson and Marion Rounds are busy these days sawing wood. They are not going to be caught by the coal famine.

Liberty Twp. - The Snake Creek Community Fair, at the Grange Hall, was very successful. There was a large display of school work, bread, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and fancy work of all kinds.

Dimock - There will be a Hallowe’en social in the Community Building, Saturday evening, Oct. 31, to benefit the Community Building. Admission 10 cents masked; 25 cents unmasked.

Jackson - Hon. Oliver Wayne Stewart, of Chicago, will speak in the North Jackson Methodist church, Nov. 4th, on National Prohibition. The admission is free.

Susquehanna - Who’d live in a big city when there is so much fun to be had on the Oakland side of the river. The other night two Oakland boys, strolling along Westfall avenue, met up with a skunk. They recognized the specie, and as one of the boys had a flashlight, they decided to corner and annihilate Mr. Polecat. They cornered him in the yard at the Houlihan home, and while one of the boys dazzled the skunk with the spotlight, the other lad let go with a sizable rock. This bombardment was responded to by the skunk, who also did some cannonading. One boy was badly “wounded” and his kin only found relief, and allowed him to return to the bosom of the family, after his clothes had been buried and he had spent an hour in the bath tub.

South Gibson - Mr. Rice, of Jermyn, was through this section collecting relics and purchased several of Mrs. Margaret Howell and W. W. Resseguie and others.

Forest City - Superintendent and Mrs. Arthur Wrightson have installed an Atwater Kent radio in their home. Mr. Wrightson says it is wonderful.

News Briefs: The writing machine of to-day, with many outstanding features, is the Remington Portable Typewriter. Ask Miss Gay for demonstration. $65 and $62.50 on time payments. $60 for cash. For sale and on display at the Democrat office. ALSO More farms are being posted against hunters this fall than at any time in recent years. Many from the mining region are taking advantage of their idleness to come into the country districts and shoot game, we are told, even before the hunting season commences.

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna Co. Independent andMontrose Gazette, Oct. 28, 1825.

MARRIED - In Springville, on the 25th inst., by the Rev. S. Marks, Mr. Joseph L. Meeker, to Miss Hannah Bronson, of the former place.

MARRIED - On the 20th inst. by Luman Ferry, Esq., Mr. Stephen Lutes, to Miss Hannah Jayne, all of Tunkhannock.

DIED - In Brooklyn, on the 20th inst., Mr. Jeremiah Spencer.

WANTED - The subscriber wishes to employ a JOURNEYMAN COOPER, who is well acquainted with making barrels, and other work in that line. A generous price will be given. JOHN NEWCOMB. Bridgewater, 4 miles west of Montrose.

WARNER HAYDEN - Wishes to inform the public that he continues to carry on the SADDLE AND HARNESS MAKING BUSINESS. Cattle, horses, sheep, and wool will be taken in payment at a liberal price—or credit of one year for CASH. New Milford.

Susquehanna - Home brew, drunk at a christening party, is attributed as the cause of the death of Patsy Bills at the hand of his friend, Dominic Marchetti. Marchetti is alleged to have drawn a revolver and shot his friend, Sunday evening. Bills’ death occurred in the Barnes Hospital, Monday morning. Marchetti, after firing the fatal shots, made his escape, leaving a wife and nine children to make their struggle in life, in the event of his non-return, while Bills is survived by a wife and seven children. The shooting is said to be the outcome of a party at which the youngest of Marchetti’s nine children was christened. Mr. and Mrs. Bills were the god-father and god-mother of the babe and guests of Honor. Following the Italian custom of making merry, the men of the party are said to have sipped home brew while indulging in card playing. Eye witnesses of the affair state that Marchetti appeared sullen and would laugh and swear alternately. Finally, in an outburst of passion, he ordered the guests to leave the house, stating that the party was ended. Then, regretting his action, he went outside and requested that they remain and appeared remorseful over his rudeness. While talking to Mrs. Bills he slapped her in the face and said to her husband, “I’ve got it in for you, too.” Drawing a revolver he fired five shots into Bills, who slumped into a chair, while Marchetti made his escape. Chief of Police, H. J. Stockholm, was notified and when he saw the wounded man’s condition he was at once taken to the hospital. Bills would not talk of the shooting at the hospital, his answer to questions being: “Marchetti shot me in play.” He seemed to believe that his friend was simply “fooling” when he fired the fatal shots. Local police searched for Marchetti immediately after the shooting, but he is said to have run through the railroad yards near his home and disappeared in the darkness. Marchetti served a six months’ term in the county jail for his part in a stabbing affray about six years ago. However his behavior was good and he was made a trustee by the sheriff. He also acted as an interpreter in the county courts. Another tragedy associated with Marchetti, in the past two years, is the death of a son, who was drowned in the river when he broke through the ice above the dam on the Oakland side.

Brooklyn - Major W. H. Nutt, whose early years were spent in Brooklyn Township, passed away at his home in Towanda. He was a charter member of the G. A.R. post in Brooklyn and he had been chosen to act as commander at the soldier’s encampment to be held here next year. In the Civil War the major was with 141st infantry and was active in the famous Battle of Gettysburg, Antietam and Bloody Lane, among others. Major Nutt was a man who made and kept friends everywhere he went, always happy and contented and desirous of pleasing others. He will be greatly missed.

Hallstead - The new state road, between Hallstead and Conklin, was opened yesterday for traffic. This makes the taking of the ferry across the river, at Hallstead, unnecessary in order to reach Binghamton.

Montrose - If you dance you will enjoy the dances to be given on Tuesday and Thursday evenings of next week at Colonial Hall. “The Syncopators,” a six-piece orchestra, will provide excellent music. Gallery open to spectators.

Oakland - The concrete pave between Oakland borough and Hickory Grove was opened to traffic the latter part of the week. Contractors are now at work on the road between Great Bend and Hickory Grove. When this stretch is done the paving will be complete between Great Bend and Susquehanna.

Uniondale - Friends of Miss L. Frank Lewis and George Gibson, both popular residents of this place, were given a pleasant surprise on Saturday, when announcement was made of their marriage on Wednesday last, at Binghamton. They will reside at the bride’s home on the Lewis farm.

Starrucca - A Ku Klux Klan celebration was held at this place Friday. The celebration was held on Starrucca Fair grounds in the afternoon. On account of the rain all went to the Hall. Everyone enjoyed the lecture on Americanism and a fine selection of songs was played by the Ararat band.

Jackson - The following Jackson and Thompson people will spend the winter in Florida: Mr. and Mrs. R. O. Barnes and son, Robert; Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Brown and son, Richard; Mrs. Fletcher Brown; Mr. and Mrs. O. C. McDuff; Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Babcock and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Brown.

Thompson - Do you want to join the Book Club? If so please go and order your book this week at Leon Potter’s store. The order will be sent out the first of next week.

Philadelphia - Director of Public Safety Butler, in an address before the City Club, said: “I have done the best I know how since I have been here, but since I realized what the people of Philadelphia really want I have been amused. In every republic the people get what they want. Last month the police, by my direction, made 1,500 arrests, but only nine went to trial. I expect to leave 6,000 cases when I leave Philadelphia and go back to the Marine Corps.”

Marriage Licenses: Menzo Brink, West Clifford and Ethel M. Chamberlain, West Clifford; Ernest Crist, New Milford and Sarah M. Simmons, New Milford.

“200 Years Ago” from The Susquehanna County Independent,October 7, 1825.

MARRIED - In Springville, on Wednesday the 14th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Marks, Capt. Cyrus H. Avery, Esq., of Tunkhannock, to Miss Clarinda Kasson, daughter of Mr. Myron Kasson, of the former place.

MARRIED - At Lawsville, on Sunday the 2nd, by Rufus Lines, Esq., Jacob Allard Jr. to Miss Edith Bailey, all of that township.

DIED - In Lenox township, on the 27th ult, Luke M’Namara, aged about 23 years, after a short and distressing illness of only two weeks which he bore with christian fortitude, and at last quietly resigned his breath to Him who gave it.

NEW DISTILLERY - The subscribers take pleasure in informing the public that the DISTILLERY which they have been erecting near Jones Mill, about one mile from Montrose, is now completed and in perfect condition for business., They will exchange Whiskey for Rye and Corn on as reasonable terms as at any other establishment in the county. A liberal price will be paid for HOGS, or they will be taken to keep on reasonable terms. CLARK & TYLER, Bridgewater, Oct. 7, 1825. All those indebted to the subscriber for Whiskey, are requested to make immediate payment. H. CLARK.

TROOP ORDERS! The Susquehanna Troop will meet at the house of Daniel Curtis, in Montrose, on Saturday the 15th inst. at 9 o’clock A.M. armed and equipped as the law directs. By order of the Capt.  NATHAN MORGAN, O. S. Montrose, Oct. 6th, 1825

Great Bend/Hallstead - Great Bend and Hallstead are located on the new Appalachian Scenic Highway, the international road paralleling the Atlantic coast from Quebec, Canada, to New Orleans. This highway, which of late has been widely advertised, will be dedicated on Sept. 15, at Asheville, NC. It follows some of the most picturesque routes in the Eastern and Southern states and promises to be a popular route.

Thompson - Two large barns, belonging to Roscoe Washburn and Fred Huber, were burned to the ground, Saturday evening, during the severe thunder storm that swept over this section. The Washburn farm is situated about two miles from Thompson, near Wrighter’s Lake. Mr. Hubbard’s farm is situated on the Lanesboro road leading out of Thompson. The two owners sustained a heavy loss of crops, machinery and farm animals. Joseph Potter’s house, in West Thompson, was struck by lightning. Mr. Potter was severely stunned and one of his boys, who was at the barn, also received a severe shock. Further details we did not learn.

Springville - During the electrical storm on Saturday evening last, lightning struck in several places in this vicinity. The house occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Taylor, the hotel barn, the barn of Mr. Marcey, and killed two cows belonging to Geo. Teel. Mr. Taylor was quite badly shocked by the electricity. ALSO School was closed last week because of several cases of diphtheria.

Brooklyn - Jack Mittan, 7 year old son of Mr and Mrs. Olin Mittan, was painfully burned when he grasped a wire which was charged with electricity. The wire was broken during the storm in front of the home of Hon. James W. Adams. The little fellow picked up the wire, the shock throwing him to the ground where he lay screaming, unable to release his grasp. Carl Terry and Charles Kent ran to his aid and by taking a pole was able to pull the wire from the child’s clutch. He was hurried to a physician, where the injuries were dressed. It is believed that no serious or permanent results will follow.

New Milford - A quiet but impressive wedding was solemnized at the home of C. N. Wood, on September 10th, when Mr. and Mrs. Wood gave their only daughter, Leta Margaret, in marriage to Merle DeWitt Griffing, of Heart Lake. The bride wore a gown of white silk, carrying a spray of white asters. After a wedding dinner, the couple took their departure for an extended auto tour through central and northern New York.

Bridgewater Twp. - Lightning struck the large barn owned by Henry H. Bonnell, of Philadelphia, near his summer home, “Red Gate,” on Chenango Street, Saturday afternoon, and the entire interior of the structure was soon a roaring mass of flames. The barn was a heavily-timbered building, erected probably 40 years ago, when the property was owned by O. P. Beebe. Two fire fighters were injured; Jack Mckeage received a shoulder injury from a hose nozzle and Edward Small received bad scalp cuts when hit by the chemical truck.

East Rush - Mr. Taylor, of Montrose, and his gang of men have painted the church here and are also giving Charles Squires’ house a new coat.

Birchardville - The members of the Estus family held their annual reunion in the Grange Hall. A bountiful dinner was served by the Ladies’ Aid Society. ALSO Our school opened last Monday with Homer McLaud as teacher.

Great Bend - Thomas Summerton, a well-known Civil War veteran, went to the Soldiers Home at Bath, NY, where he expects to remain. He was accompanied by his physician, Dr. A. F. Merrell [Merrill]. [Thomas was a member of Co. B, 39th Regiment, New York Volunteers. Many Pennsylvania men mustered into this company.]

Harford - The Harford School Directors offer for sale the Harding and Reed school buildings. Sealed bids will be received for same. The directors reserve the right to accept or reject all bids.

South Ararat - M. E. Taft is taking his potatoes to Forest City and finds ready sale for which he gets $1.75 a bushel.

Silver Lake - Fred Cole, of Montrose, is installing a Delco Light Plant and electric pump for John Gillooly, at Cranberry Farm.

Lynn, Springville Twp. - The third reunion of the Lynn school, of the 1880-1890 period, was held in the Odd Fellows Hall. Mrs. Ruth Taylor, the only former teacher present, gave some interesting reminiscences of “boarding around.” Seventeen former pupils and one teacher were present.

Franklin Forks - Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Stockholm and son, Robert, Miss Elizabeth Mead, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Berg, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Foote, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Palmer, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Palmer, attended the Stockholm reunion at Tunkhannock. A large reunion—95 in all, including children.

Montrose - Cooley and Son are advertising a big sale of ranges, when enameled ranges will be sold at the price of plain iron stoves.

Kingsley - Urbane Sloat is one of the best known men in all the county and has spent nearly all of his 83 years in Harford Township. He has purchased a home in Johnson City where he and Mrs. Sloat will make their home with relatives. Robert Jones purchased the Sloat property in Kingsley.

Forest City - The “woman in black” is the latest sensation in the lower Main street section. When caught the masked individual will undoubtedly prove to be a man. ALSO An old- fashioned dance was held at the borough hall. The old-fashioned prompter was in evidence and his “calling off” was a prominent feature. It was a pleasure to the older set and they entered the whirl with old time vim.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Gazette, September 2, 1825. [correct date]

Appointment by the Governor: Jesse Lane, to be a Justice of the Peace for the township of Harmony.

Salt Springs - A number of individual have commenced digging at a Spring on the North Branch of the Wyalusing Creek, in the township of Middletown, about 14 miles from this place. They have commenced under flattering circumstances; it having been examined by a gentleman of respectability, well versed in the manufacture of salt, both from observation and actual experience; who gives it as his opinion, the prospect is more than usually promising. We sincerely wish their efforts may be crowned with success, not only as a reward for their enterprising and laborious exertions, but also the general benefit the citizens of this, and the adjoining counties, would receive in the manufacture of this very necessary article in our own section of country. Although we are not particularly favored with water privileges, or canal prospects, should we succeed in obtaining salt water, we shall at least be enabled to keep pace with our neighboring counties, on the march of prosperity, and general improvement of the country.

THE BURNS LYON MURDER TRIAL is in progress this week in the county courts. The first of the six defendants, Walter Kubus, charged with complicity in the murder of the Uniondale cattle buyer and farmer, was placed on trial. Kubus, an 18 year old Forest City boy, went to Chief of Police Edward Yanchitis and implicated Michael Turano, Richard Wagner, Michael Bosak, Clarence Eagen and Joseph Welichka in the assault and robbery of Lyon. Kubus gave anger towards Turano, due to personal grievance, as his reason for informing on his companions. He alleged that he had gone along to act as watcher while the robbery was being perpetrated.

Susquehanna - Hon. Charles F. Wright, former two-term state treasurer and congressman from this district, died suddenly at his home in this place. Death came so suddenly and quietly that Dr. Peck, who was talking with him at the time had no warning, except when the patient ceased talking and was dead. Mr. Wright was a native of Forest Lake township, where he was born in 1856, the son of Chester Wright. His early education was received in the Montrose Academy and the early years of his married life were spent in this place. His brother was the Hon. Myron B. Wright, who died while serving as a member of Congress for this district. ALSO The ladies of Moody Relief Corps, No. 12, served a complimentary supper, Nov. 11, to the American Legion and their ladies; also the veterans of the Spanish-American war and wives, and the members of Moody Post, G. A. R., and their wives. The supper was served in the K. of P. Hall. This has been the annual custom of the ladies of the corps for the past five years.

Dimock - The death of Wallace Fish, aged 89 years, occurred Nov. 10th. The end came painlessly as he went into a deep sleep from which he failed to waken. He is survived by his wife only. The funeral was held at his home with Rev. F. B. Johnson officiating. Interment at Lynn.

Springville - Mrs. Charles Lee entertained in honor of the 7th birthday of her little daughter, Betty, on Saturday afternoon. [Later to become Mrs. Betty Reimel.]

Franklin Twp. - About 100 members of the Knights of Pythias lodge, descended on Will Booth’s farm and husked several hundred bushels of corn. They expect to do a similar execution for Shirley Stephens at Fernheim Farm.

Thompson Boro. - The people of this Boro were saddened by the deaths of two estimable residents on Sunday. Mrs. Charles Lamont and Mrs. Libbie Henwood, neighbors for years, passed away only a few hours apart. They lived in houses side by side.

Harford Vocational School - The libraries from Montrose have arrived. Everyone is busy reading books for book reports.

Montrose - Ambrose S. Payne and assistants are finishing the varnishing of the woodwork and floors in the new addition to the public school building. He also has the contract for doing the interior work in the new Dimock school building annex, which will be taken up soon as soon as the concreting of the basement in the Montrose school addition is completed, and the seats installed. ALSO Bert Hunsinger and Theron Merrill, of Montrose, and Gaylord Entrot, of South Gibson, went to State College the latter part of last week and witnessed the Penn State and Notre Dame University game. Neither eleven scored. While at State College the party was entertained by DeWitt Andre, a Montrose young man, who is a student there.

Rush - Marshall Linaberry informed us that he is in his 80th year, yet he still does not need to use spectacles and reads papers and books without their aid. He is an active man still and has been a hard worker all of his life. Early to bed and early hours in rising have apparently produced the source of youth in his life.

Brooklyn - Miss Beulah Eyerly, of Montrose, was in town with the traveling library, which was well patronized.

Jackson - The statement in last week’s Democrat regarding the marriage of Miss Helen Griffis, formerly of Jackson, was wrong. Miss Griffis is not married. The report was due to a misunderstanding.

Herrick - Lafayette Taylor, of Ohio, came back to view the locality he left half a century ago, when a boy of 16. Like many other energetic young men he fared forth in pursuit of fortune and following Greeley’s advice, he headed west. Today he heads a large lumbering business and an equally large stone business, owning big mills and locomotives and employing over 250 men. He is a brother of Joe Taylor, who still lives on East Mountain, and has two other brothers, Eugene, of Peckville, and Volney, of West Virginia.

Forest City - The New York American recently gave a column account of the erection of the largest motion picture house in the world for S. L. Rothapfel, better known as “Roxie,” between Sixth and Seventh avenue, Fiftieth and Fifty-first streets in New York city. Roxie, who has gained country wide fame as a play house manager, broadcaster and entertainer, began his career at the Family Theatre here. The new playhouse will have a seating capacity of 6,100. It will be known as the Roxie Theatre. [Rothapfel is also known as the genius behind Radio City Music Hall, opening in 1932, and the Rockettes.]

Hallstead - W. H. McCreary, connected with the Dubois Construction Co., says that while workmen were engaged tearing down an abutment of the river bridge, the following inscription was found on a large stone: “A. D. DuBois, 1831.” Mr. DuBois was grandfather of the late Hon. James T. DuBois, and this inscription was made nearly 100 years ago.

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna County Republican, November 18, 1825.

MARRIED - On the 30th ult., by J. B. Bill, Esq., Mr. William M’Kune, of Harmony, to Miss Mary Preston, of New Milford.

NOTICE - Agreeably to an act of the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, passed on the 4th day of March, 1824, I do hereby give notice that the following persons returned to me as retailers of foreign merchandize and liquors and have taken licenses for the same, to wit:—Sylvanus S. Mulford, Eldredge Cushman, Martin Curtis, M. S. Wilson, Edward L. Payne, Tyler Boyd & Co., Tyler Seymour & Co., Samuel Hodgdon, B. R. Lyons, for merchandize only; —And the following named persons have not taken licenses: Urbane Burrows, James Catlin, and Asa Hartshorn. M. S. WILSON, Treasurer of Susq’a County. Montrose, Nov. 15, 1825.

BRIDGEWATER & WILKES-BARRE TURNPIKE - The stockholders of the Bridgewater & Wilkesbarre Turnpike Road Company are requested to meet at the house of Charles Otis, in Tunkhannock, Luzerne county, on the first Monday of January next, for the purpose of electing by ballot, ONE PRESIDENT, ONE TREASURER, AND TWELVE MANAGERS. Benj. Perry, Sec’y. Wilkesbarre, Nov. 4, 1825.

Montrose - The White Bus Line, of which Messrs. E. J. Dorey and Chas. E. Roberts are proprietors, will commence running their new bus line between Wyalusing and Binghamton, via Montrose, on Nov. 2nd. The towns which will be included in the new schedule are Wyalusing, Camptown, Stevensville,, Rushville, Lawton, Rush and Fairdale. ALSO The net receipts from the two dances given last week at Colonial Hall, by the United Fire Co., amounted to about $250, which will go in the motor truck fund. An overcoat and hat was stolen at one of the dances, from a Susquehanna young man, the company making the loss good by paying him $50.

Hop Bottom - The Montrose orchestra, with Mr. Taylor leader, gave a very enjoyable entertainment in the M. E. church last Saturday evening, for the benefit of the Hop Bottom orchestra.

Franklin Hill - There will be a Hallowe’en social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Williams, Friday evening, Oct. 30. Prizes will be given. Everybody mask and come out and enjoy the fun. Ladies please bring pumpkin pie or sandwiches.

South Ararat - The Walker school is now equipped with a new cupboard, which was purchased out of the proceeds of the ice cream festival held the latter part of June. The school also has a nice organ and received a new coat of paint during the summer.

Gibson - Floyd Wellman and Letha Collins, who were married recently, visited their parents here on Sunday. ALSO Frank Benson is moving his mill from Union Hill to the farm of Jas. Gillespie.

New Milford - Announcement is made of the marriage of Ivan L. Shay and Miss Helen Lewis, which took place in St. Mark’s Episcopal church, Saturday night, Oct. 17, Rev. G. A. Warburton officiating. They were attended by Miss Irene Ely and Paul Oliver. After a short wedding trip to Buffalo and Niagara Falls, they will make their residence in New Milford.

Fairdale - The Grange will hold its annual dinner, Saturday, October 24. A chicken dinner will be served, after which Edward Little, of Montrose, will deliver an address. All Grangers and their families are invited to be present.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - We sure are having cold weather this month, the thermometer was at 23 Friday night, the 9th of October, and ground white with snow, the 10th, the earliest that has been known for years.

Bennett Corners, Auburn Twp. - S. W. Loomis is in the Packer Hospital, Sayre, in a very serious condition. An x-ray picture showed ulcers of the stomach.

Bradford County - Mrs. Fred R. Mitten, wife of the late Sheriff Mitten, of Bradford county, has been appointed by Gov. Pinchot to fill the unexpired term of her husband. She has accepted the appointment. This makes her the first woman sheriff in Bradford county and the second in the state.

Dimock - Dick Grow had the misfortune to break his arm, just below the elbow, while playing on a “teeter” board at school. [Assume this was a “teeter totter.”]

Clifford - On Oct. 7th, occurred the marriage of Miss Ethel Chamberlin and Menzo Brink, at the home of her father, C. P. Chamberlin. Rev. J. C. Madden officiated.

Harford - James Adams is getting his saw mill in readiness for business and will be prepared to take care of all mill work in the near future.

Forest City - Charles and Martin Skubic Post of the American Legion, and its auxiliary, will hold a dance in the borough building on the evening of Nov. 11, Armistice Day. Roast pig will be served. The affair is confined to members of the Legion and their families, and the auxiliary.

World’s Series - The baseball championship of the world belongs to Pittsburgh. Washington was defeated in the last game by a score of 9-7.

Elk Mountain - Arrests have been made on the east side of the mountain for illegal hunting, by Everett Burdick, the game warden for the Farmers Protective Association of Herrick.

Herrick Center - Mr. and Mrs Joseph Mundy and sons, of Norwich, N. Y., were guests Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. I. Baker. They made the trip by auto, being only three hours in coming.

Little Meadows - A Hallowe’en dance is to be held at the Little Meadows parish hall, Friday evening, Oct. 30th. A fine time is anticipated. Everyone is invited.

News Brief: Statistics show that only 126,566 Union veterans of the Civil War are now alive, and they are dying at the rate of about 2,500 a month. At the recent annual reunion, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, only 2,000 veterans were present, and the average age was 83 years. It is estimated that the Confederate veterans number less, probably from 90 to 100,000. In a comparatively few years the last survivor of the War of the Rebellion, on either side, will have passed away.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Gazette, October 14, 1825.

NOTICE. The subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he continues to carry on the business of CABINET MAKING, at his old stand, at Great Bend, where he has now for sale a large and elegant assortment of FURNITURE; such as SECRETARIES, SIDE-BOARDS, BUREAUS, TABLES, STANDS, BED-STEADS, &C. ALSO, A number of one horse WAGONS. All kinds of country produce taken in payment. All orders punctually attended to, and every favor thankfully acknowledged. DANIEL LYONS. GREAT BEND, OCT. 12, 1825.

NOTICE. The Trustees of the Susquehanna Academy, at Montrose, have employed MR. ELI MEEKER to take charge of that institution. Mr.Meeker was educated at Philadelphia, has taught in several academies, and has acquired much celebrity as a teacher. His recommendations are very full and satisfactory, representing him “as fully qualified for a professorship in any college, and as holding a high rank as a teacher.” The trustees have the fullest confidence that hereafter this institution will not suffer by comparison with any in the commonwealth. Tuition, for the Greek, Latin, and French languages, Natural and Moral Philosophy, and the higher branches of Mathematics, $4 per quarter; other branches of education at a lower price. The price of boarding is very low, and the situation uncommonly healthful. The first quarter commences this day. Montrose. C. FRASER, A.H. READ, DAVID POST, Trustees.

STRAYED. From the subscriber a few weeks ago, Three Ewes & Three Lambs, of rather small size, marked with Spanish brown on the rump. They were last heard from in Silver Lake township. Whoever will inform the subscriber where said sheep are, will receive my thanks & a compensation for their trouble. B. SAYRE. Montrose, Sept.30, 1825.

Thompson - One of the two Fokker planes being flown from Curtis Field, Long Island, to Detroit to participate in the Ford Reliability Tour, was forced down by engine trouble at Coxton Lakes near the Wayne county line. One wing and the propeller were damaged, but none of the five passengers were seriously injured. The plane had been in the air only one hour when the trouble was encountered. The pilot said it would require only a day or two to make the necessary repairs. All five occupants of the Fokker were badly shaken up. The plane came down in a rough field on the Thomas Harris farm, about 12 miles from Susquehanna borough. The machine was loaded on a car two days later and shipped back to the flying field. [Another report said the plane landed, gradually descending for a distance of five miles, at the Charley Corey place, near Lake Coxton. Three of the aeronauts of the wrecked airplane were entertained at “Cousin Mabel’s Inn.”]

Uniondale - Michael Bosack, one of the men wanted in connection with the murder of Burns Lyon, of this place, in October of 1921, was placed in the county jail. Bosack was arrested in Portsmouth, Va., last week, by Baltimore detectives who learned that he was a member of the crew of lighthouse tender, No. 195. The murder of Lyon was one of the worst ever known in the county. He was attacked in his barn and beaten into unconsciousness, a roll of bills alleged to be in the neighborhood of $2,000 was stolen.

Montrose - The first football game of the season was played at Athletic Park, when the Montrose team met the West Side Bulldogs, of Binghamton. The game resulted in a tie, each eleven scoring six points. Moore of the Bulldogs and Corwin of the home team were the star players. Harry Schlegel coached the local team. The cheer leaders are Doris Palmer, John Armstrong and Edwin Gardner. The upcoming game with the Keystone Reserves is expected to be a snappy one, as the Keystones are a well-trained, speedy organization. ALSO The Scranton, Binghamton & Montrose trolley line has announced reduced fares for round trip tickets between Montrose and Scranton, on Tuesdays and Fridays. Adults are $1.75 and children, 6 to 12 years, $1.00. For a hundred-mile ride this is a most reasonable figure.

Friendsville - Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Byrne, of Port Washington, L. I., are visiting at Green Hedge Farm, Friendsville. Mr. Byrne was a former postmaster at this place and has many relatives and friends here.

New Milford - The Family Theatre is showing some of the best pictures obtainable. On Friday and Saturday nights “The Birth of a Nation” will be shown.

Wyalusing - Hotel Middendorf has added a restaurant which is located in what was the old barroom. Electrical appliances are used in the culinary department, and instead of the fumes of stale beer and Green Valley Rye, the aroma of coffee and appetizing food greets the nostrils.

Auburn Center - A large number of friends gathered at the hall to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Chester Evans, who were expected here that night. When they failed to appear, two couples dressed up as brides and grooms and furnished a little fun for the crowd. Ice cream and cake were served at a table very prettily decorated in pink and white crepe paper and flowers. [Newly married Chester Evans and Catherine Manning failed to appear.]

Harford - A fine crushed stone road is being built on Main street. This will be a great improvement to the town.

Birchardville - While working on the road, Fred Shadduck was hit by a falling tree and severely injured, so it seemed best to take him to the hospital at once.

South Ararat - Several from here attended the K. K. K. meeting which was held on the Manzer flats near South Gibson.

Hop Bottom - A flag pole over 70 ft. high, set in a concrete base, has been erected on the high school grounds. A beautiful new flag floats proudly from this pinnacle.

Forest City - On account of the Holy Name Society parade, in Scranton, the Erie will run a special train, leaving here at 11:30 Sunday. It is expected that about 500 people will go from here.

Dundaff - L. E. Burdick has taken charge of the Dundaff Hotel. He is remodeling the dining room and he will put in a dance hall. It will be the place to get your chicken suppers the coming fall and winter. ALSO Shep Lamoreaux remarked that “we have been in darkness long enough. The old town is going to be lit.” The Scranton Electric Light Company has got most all the poles in readiness for the wires.

News Brief: Many communities in this county are neglectful in the matter of posting signs at road intersections. Motor cars bring scores of people from distant places into localities every day, and unless the roads are marked with proper guide posts these people are at a loss to know which road to take. Sign posts will bring more people into your town, and more people mean more business.

“200 Years Ago from the Montrose Gazette, Sept. 30, 1825 and the  Susquehanna County Republican, Sept. 30, 1825.

MARRIED - On the 21st inst. by James W. Hill, Esq., Mr. Jeremiah W. Corah, of Nicholson Twp., Luzerne Co., to Miss Jemima Roberts, of Bridgewater Twp.

MARRIED - On the 24th inst., by Elder Davis Dimock, Mr. Jasper Stanley to Miss Roceian Shearer, both of Choconut.

Montrose Academy is now bidding fair to become such an institution as will do credit to the place, and make itself known and respectable among other Seminaries of the kind. This Academy has hitherto been peculiarly unfortunate, but we are flattered with its present prospects. Scholars from a distance are encouraged to become students at this institution, from the consideration that a competent teacher is employed—the healthful situation of the town, and the cheapness of board.

Farm To Let. The farm south, and adjoining the farm formerly occupied by Nicholas M’Carty, on the Great Bend turnpike, is offered for leasing, for one, two or three years, containing 200 acres, 80 of which are under improvement. —Has on it a large house, a barn and sheds, and in all respects is an advantageous and convenient stand for a tavern. Terms will be made favorable. Apply at the premises. MARY DUNLAP, New Milford, Sept. 10, 1825.

Boot and Shoe Making. The subscriber respectfully informs the public that he will continue to carry on the above business, a few rods east of the Bank, where his old customers may at all times find him ready and willing to accommodate them. Those who pay when the work is finished can have their work done on the following terms. Fine Boots $2.00’ Thick do. $1.25; Fine Shoes $0.75; Thick do. $0.50; other work in proportion. All work warranted. STEPHEN HINDS, Montrose, Sept. 29th, 1825.

Reunion of Remnant of Famous Regiment: Civil War Veterans of Co. F, 141st Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, held their 43rd annual reunion at the Park Hotel, in New Milford, on August 22nd. This was the 63rd anniversary of muster-in of this company. Four of the five living members of the company were present: Albert J. Baldwin, of California; William H. Nutt, of Towanda; Pardon T. Lindsey, of Hop Bottom; Edwin A. Leonard, of Interlachen, Florida. Benjamin F. Barnes, of Thompson, was unable to be present on account of ill health. Other comrades in attendance were: Urbane Sloat, 6th PA Reserves; James E. Curtis, 17th PA Cavalry; Chas. Burrhus, 144th New York Infantry; Eugene Baldwin and Edwin Lindsey. One death occurred in the company the past year, Capt. Nelson G. Hawley died on Aug. 11, 1925. Features of the reunion were interesting talks given by the comrades and friends.

Lawton/Birchardville - State highway officials and the county commissioners went over three miles of state road between Lawton and Birchardville. It is the intention to pave this three-mile stretch of road in the near future, it being one of the next on the list to be undertaken. The road will be built on the fifty/fifty basis, the state paying half and the county half.

Springville - The third annual fair, to be held on Sept. 19th, promises to be the best fair yet. Exhibits of live stock, poultry, vegetables, fruits, canned fruits, grain, fancy work, baked goods, club work, and more, will be on display. Featured will be a program of sports, a fantastic parade, a fast ball game and cafeteria dinner at 12 pm. The Utility Grange is in charge of the fair.

Montrose - An immense crowd, estimated at over 6,000 (including free admission to school children), and fine exhibits are to be found at the Susquehanna County Fair Roithoffer’s United Shows, with ferris wheel, merry-go-round, merry mix-up, all doing a rising business. The Woodlawn Dairy Farm, of Scranton, features two horses, one weighing over 2300 pounds; the latest types of farm machinery, poultry, sheep and wool growers, cattle, the County Library, Red Cross, Humane Society and much more on exhibit. The winners of Frank Deuel’s premium for the best heads of bobbed hair were: Miss Betty Pedrick, first; Mrs. Patrick Early, second, and Miss Augusta Benedict, third.

Elk Lake - A sixteen-year-old son of Isaac Titman was seriously injured, Labor Day, while driving a Ford “racer.” A part of the chassis dropped while the car was going at a good rate of speed, the car being overturned. The boy had his chest injured and an arm badly cut. Internal injuries were feared.

Jackson - Miss Martha Barnes, of Johnson City, a former teacher here, is visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Babcock, two former students. When Miss Barnes lived in Jackson, her home was on the old Balch farm, near here. ALSO Chicken thieves entered the hen house of U.M. Wescott, one evening last week and robed the roost of four hens. Mr. West heard a commotion but before he arrived on the scene the thieves had escaped.

Hop Bottom - Students from this place will enter colleges this fall, as follows: Doris Glass, Syracuse University; Leon Chesley, Susquehanna University; George Janaushek and James Murray, Penn State College; Dorthy Hardy, Letah Phillips, Leona Tiffany and Dorothy Roberts, Mansfield State Normal School.

Susquehanna - The Erie Shops closed last Saturday, indefinitely, due to the coal strike. Only the foremen remain at work. Also, the round house force has been reduced, as have train crews and changes of working hours among those remaining. Thus Susquehanna shops, in common with all along the line of the Erie railroad, are closed until further notice.

Franklin Hill - Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Lindsey are entertaining a new arrival, a daughter, born August. 28, 1925, Phoebe Louise.

Silver Lake, St. Augustine’s Church - The early history of the founding of the parish is not known. It is said, however, that Father O’Flynn, a circuit rider of those days, was the first pastor, and the first church was erected about 100 years ago in the last of September of 1825. In 1853 an addition was built to the former church. On Easter Sunday, April 3, 1870, while the little flock of the congregation was attending divine services, the church caught fire and was burned to the ground. It was rebuilt in 1871, the contractors being Lawrence and Dennis O’Dea.

Uniondale - An all-day celebration and clam bake will be held by the K. K. K. in Todd’s grove on Saturday, Sept. 12th. ALSO The funeral of Mrs. John Opeko, who resided near Low Lake, was held Saturday and was largely attended.

Elk Mountain - The Ladies Aid, held at the beautiful home of W. Howell, was well attended. The beautiful scenery, fresh air and pure water around our mountain, calls many visitors during vacation time.

Forest City - Labor Day was very quietly observed here. There were no public demonstrations, but several gatherings nearby were noted. The opening of the Freedman theater attracted many from adjoining towns.

“200 Years Ago,” from the Montrose Gazette and Susquehanna County Republican, Sept. 9, 1825.

MARRIED - On the 6th inst., by James W. Hill, Esq., Mr. Eri Gregory, to Miss Hepsebah Wood, all of Bridgewater.

MARRIED - At Great Bend, on Sunday, the 3rd inst., Mr. Oliver Hatch to Miss Phebe Trowbridge.

NOTICE - Whereas my wife, LUCY, has left me, and taken bed and board with her, without any just or reasonable cause, I therefore hereby forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account, as I will pay no debts of her contracting after this date AMOS LANCASTER, New Milford, Aug. 27, 1825.

FOR SALE - Two yoke of six years old OXEN, one half in cash, to be paid down, the other on a short credit, or in young cattle. JACOB ALLARD, Lawsville, Sept. 7, 1825.

ESTRAY, Broke into the enclosure of the subscriber on the 26th inst., A DARK RED COW, 4 or 5 years old. The owner is requested to come forward, prove property, pay charges & take her away RICHARD CHAPMAN, Middletown, Aug. 20, 1825.

WANTED - The subscriber wishes to employ a JOURNEYMAN COOPER, who is well acquainted with making barrels and other work in that line. A generous price will be given. JOHN NEWCOMB, Bridgewater, Sept. 6, 1825, 4 miles west of Montrose.