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100 Years Ago
100 Years Ago is a weekly article produced for the local newspapers. The information is compiled, by Betty Smith, from the local newspapers 100 years from the current date. The titles of each article you will see, has the month, the date and then year it originally showed up in the newspaper and then the year it appeared in the paper as you see it currently. You can see a small preview of each article below. When you find the one you want to read simply click read more to bring up the whole article. You can also filter the articles using the dropdown menus below. You have the options to filter by year, month, and tag. What is a tag? In this case a tag is a location or topic that can be found within an article. Every article covers a variety of locations and topics and they have each been "tagged" with the appropriate tags for that article's locations and topics.
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July 16 1926/2026
Silver Lake - Mr. J. T. Russell is spending some time at his summer home, “Sheldoncroft.”
Lawton - Mary McCarthy, daughter of Mrs. E. McCarthy, underwent an operation for appendicitis at the Packer Hospital, Sayre. The outlook is promising for her recovery. She is 12 years old.
Jackson - Many attended the Children’s Day exercises in the Methodist church. Recitations were rendered by a number of children. Rev. E. A. Silvernail made brief remarks after which a collection was taken for the education of worthy young people, who borrow money to go to school. The closing feature was a pageant entitled, “Youth.” ALSO Chicken dinners are being served at the Central Hotel, each Sunday. Many people from the city motor to Jackson every Sunday to enjoy these dinners.
Rush - Howard and Harold Swackhamer are driving new cars.
Montrose - Rev. and Mrs. L. B. Bryden will sing from station WBAX, Wilkes-Barre, on Tuesday evening, July 20. It is also probable that they will be accompanied by Prof. Wesley Gavitt, violinist, of this place. The station has a low wave length and radio fans who wish to “listen in” will probably locate it around 10 or 15 on the dials.
Brooklyn - “Old Folks” Sunday was observed at the M. E. church last Sunday morning, a feature of which was the old folks’ choir, all the members of which were over sixty years of age. Mrs. Vaughn was the accompanist and Mrs. J. S. Wright sang a very pleasing solo.
Thompson - Saturday night last, a party of five on their way from Scranton enroute to Orson, when near the trestle, collided with an auto coming in an opposite direction and the car and occupants were hurled into a near-by creek. Fortunately for them, just at that time, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Crosier and Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Page, on their way home from Jackson, arrived on the scene, and finding some one in trouble, stopped and assisted them as best they could, and took them in their car to Mr. Crosier’s, where they remained until later. Merrill Hathaway, (one of the garage firm), took his car and drove them to their destination, at Orson. Strange to say, all escaped injury but the car was badly damaged. The next day, however, the car was repaired at Paye’s Garage, and the man and his family went on their way rejoicing. (While these people were scrambling up the bank and trying to get their bearings, seven other auto loads happened along, and like the “priest” and the “Levite.” passed by on the other side, without even inquiring into the matter, or offering any assistance. In this case, who were the good “Samaritans?”)
Welsh Hill, Clifford Twp. -J. W. Davis, of this place, was a caller in Uniondale, Tuesday. J. W. has a fine crop of strawberries and has sold about ten bushels.
Oakland/Great Bend - The concrete road will be open for traffic on July 21. The concrete has been poured as far as Hickory Grove in both directions.
Williams Pond - At a hearing before Justice G. E. Gardner, two foreigners, arrested for fishing illegally at Williams Pond, were each sentenced to pay a fine of $25 each and costs. The arrest was made by Game Protector Watrous and Constables Arthur Smith and W. G. Benedict. The fishermen were from Plymouth and Hanover Twp.
“Timely Topics” - The writer of this article relates the following…”Since boyhood days the writer has heard of North and South Ponds, in Brooklyn township. They are, in reality, small natural lakes and beautiful places in which to fish or recreate. A few days ago I visited them for the first time. Charles E. Gere has, until recently, owned North Pond, but during the winter he sold it to John Lynn, of Scranton, who has been successful in promoting summer resorts and who owns the nearby South Pond, better known as Ely Lake. North Pond is the wilder of the two lakes, beautifully situated with wooded shores on all sides. I understand that employees of Mr. Lynn are already engaged in clearing up the underbrush and fallen debris around the lake as a preliminary to erecting cottages. The writers family and Mr. and Mrs. Gere, son, Robert, and daughter, Clara, spent a pleasant afternoon walking through the woods near North Pond. Mr. Gere is an ardent amateur naturalist, with more knowledge of outdoor life than many college professors. Not far from North Pond is a rocky ledge which later generations have christened “Sabin’s Chamber.” We were told that, in Miss Blackman’s history, mention is made of these rocks, as it was here that Captain Sabin (probably of Revolutionary fame) and one of Brooklyn’s first settlers, would lie in wait at night and then cautiously approach to shoot the deer that came to drink from the lake.”
Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers of Susquehanna County: JAMES WELLS—Born in Minisink region on Delaware river in 1750. By trade a millwright. In the days of the Revolution he owned and operated a mill, where he ground flour, which he furnished the Revolutionary army. He remained at the mill during the war and at its close was granted four sections of land, later moving to Clifford township, where he died in 1839. He married first, on May 16, 1771, Jane Westbrook and second Kate Van Auken, whom he married Feb. 13, 1787.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, July 14, 1826.
DEATH OF MR. JEFFERSON: Copy of a letter to the Post Master, at Baltimore, dated Charlottesville, July 4, 1826. “Mr. Skinner—I give you a mere line to say, that MR. JEFFERSON expired today, at 10 minutes before 1 o’clock.—It is an event which has been hourly expected for three or four days past. Your friend, PETER MINOR.” Mr. Jefferson lived, as nearly as possible, fifty years after his great work, the Declaration of Independence, had been proclaimed. In the half century, what mighty revolutions had he witnessed in the world, and what inestimable and countless blessings had he seen poured upon mankind from that declaration, as from a Cornucopia. He might well exclaim, “Lord, now lettest thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word, for mine eyes have seen thy (political) salvation.” D. Press.
The venerable JOHN ADAMS, died at his residence, at Quincey, (Mass.) on the 4th of July, at 5 o’clock P. M.”
Accident—On Friday last, a child of Mr. Rogers, of Dundaff, in this county, about two years of age, was run over by the stage coach and so dreadfully bruised that it survived but a few moments after. We understand that no blame is attached to the driver of the carriage.
June 25, 1926/2026
Bandits Hold Up Gas Station on the Trail: Many shots are exchanged between racing cars. Bandits abandon stolen car when gas gives out. One bandit uses truck and touring car in escaping. This happened on the Lackawanna Trail between Hallstead and Nicholson and described as being in a state bordering on open warfare. A trio of men held up the gas station on the hill between Hallstead and Conklin, securing $2.00 in cash and a quantity of cigarettes. Constable Chas Culver was called to stop them when they came in sight at New Milford, but the robbers turned about just north of the railroad underpass. The car pursuing them was going so fast that the robbers had an opportunity to gain on them down the trail before the officers’ car could be turned around. Running out of gas the robbers jumped into the woods. Meanwhile, state troopers joined forces with those from New Milford. They learned that the robbers secured a truck, at gunpoint, but the tire blew out and the truck was abandoned. A lone bandit held up a touring car, forcing the driver to leave the machine, and with this he apparently made his escape. At this time no captures have been reported.
Brooklyn - News of the death of Willis T. Lee, of Washington, D. C., on June 16th, came as a shock to his many friends this town. He was born in Brooklyn in 1864, son of John and Louise Garland Lee. He was a graduate of Wyoming Seminary and Wesleyan College, in the field of geology. He received his doctorate degree at Johns Hopkins in Philosophy and was head of the school of Geology in Oklahoma University and later a lecturer at Yale. He was in the employ of the U. S. Geological Society since 1902, spending a large part of this time in the western states. Probably his greatest contribution to science was in the survey of Carlsbad Cavern, in New Mexico, which was done at the request of the National Geographic Society, in 1923. His wife, Mary Ingham Lee, and daughter, Elizabeth, survive him. Also, a sister, Miss Evalyn Lee, a painter of some note and a younger sister, Miss Alice Lee, an author of several books.
Fairdale - Notice to Prospect Hill Telephone subscribers. The Fairdale exchange will be closed on the first and third Sundays of each month, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 7 to 9 p.m. and on the second and fourth Sundays from 1 to 6 p.m. Closes every evening at 9 o’clock. Only physician and emergency calls being attended to after that hour. Mrs. Donahue, Operator.
Dimock - An ice cream social will be held in the community building, for the benefit of the Dimock Library, on the evening of June 2nd. Mr. Cholerton will give a free movie in the building that evening, a continuous picture.
Friendsville - Wm. P. Lynch made a pleasant call to The Democrat and reported that the dirt roads to Montrose, via St. Joseph and Forest Lake, are in excellent shape.
Montrose - Upcoming films at the Ideal Theatre are:“The Phantom of the Opera,” with Lon Cheney; “The Volcano,” with Bee Daniels and Wallace Berry; “A Thief in Paradise,” and “The Fast Worker.” ALSO The Downie Bros. Circus played here to large crowds. A little excitement was caused by the arrival of H. E. Taylor, of Scranton, a state inspector under the child labor laws, who arrested the management for permitting children under 16 to perform. Two small boys acted as clowns and a 14 year-old girl did ground tumbling and trapeze acts, while another small boy was tossed about in acrobatic stunts. State laws do not permit children of tender years to do circus acts. ALSO A killing frost visited many sections of the county on Saturday night,
Harford - John A. Sophia, aged 89 years, a native of this place, died after a lingering illness on June 19, 1926. He was well known as a music teacher and director. No resident of Harford township stands higher in the estimation of the people than did this fine type of Christian man. His loss is keenly felt.
Wayne County - Whether they were a Godly lot of men or not, the Wayne county pioneers must have been familiar with Holy Writ. It boasts of a Canaan, Salem, a Damascus and a Galilee, Lord’s Valley, Bethany, Egypt and the Promised Land.
Oakland/Great Bend - The new road from here should be known as the “Joe Smith Trail,” inasmuch as it passes the place where Joe Smith wrote the Mormon Bible, and courted the Hale girl, with whom he eloped from this place to Palmyra, NY. The road should have signs at the Great Bend, Windsor and Susquehanna intersections, calling attention to the fact that it is the “Joe Smith Trail.”
Towanda, Pa. - Towanda has an odd ordinance which is to be enforced from now on. It requires motorists to bring their cars to a dead stop before entering the borough from any direction. The pavements have been painted and large signs erected at the entrances to the borough. These signs give traffic rules enforced in the borough, and when the motorist stops, he or she has time to read the signs and know what to expect if traffic regulations are ignored.
Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - Ned Parks was here and got some chestnut poles to use for putting electric wire from the main line to his home.
Uniondale - The marriage of Florence, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Williams, to Kenneth, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Cable, is to be held at the bride’s home on June 19th.
Forest City - Louis Volk and Louis Lovrich received their final citizenship papers from Judge Johnson, in Scranton. They were accompanied by Frank Kotar, Frank Koser and John Dutchman.
Thompson - The annual convention of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union was held June 16th. The Crusade Psalm was read and the Crusade Hymn was sung. Address by Mrs. E. W. Lott, of Springville.
South Gibson - Peter Patent, a Civil War veteran, died suddenly at his home on June 18. Interment was made in South Gibson cemetery. [Peter was a member of Co. B, 143rd Regt. PA Volunteers.]
“200 Years Ago,” from the Montrose Register, June 23, 1826.
MARRIED. In Kent, CT, on Thursday the 8th inst., by the Rev. L. P. Hickok, Mr. Albert Beardsley, of Auburn, Pa., to Miss Eliza R. Geer, of the former place.
DIED. At New Milford, on the 16th inst., Mr. John Foot, aged 72 years. His civil and moral virtues endeared him to all his acquaintances, and his benevolence was never limited to the sphere of his own observation. In short, he was a man.
INFORMATION WANTED. HIRAM P. EDWARDS left this town in Sept. last, on a journey to the state of Ohio, since which he has not been heard from. If living he is earnestly requested to communicate by letter with his eldest brother. Any person having knowledge of said Hiram P. will confer a favor of magnitude on his aged Father and family, by addressing a line to Jason Wilson, Esq. P. M. Great Bend, Susquehanna co. Pa. N. B. Printers in the middle section of the U. S. will confer a favor by giving the above an insertion in their respective papers. Great Bend, June 8, 1826.
THE MONTROSE ARTILLERY are requested to meet at the house of D. Curtis, in Montrose, on the 4th of July next, at 9 o’clock, A. M., armed and equipped. B. DIMOCK, Capt. June 24, 1826.
June 04 1926/2026
Montrose - Probably no musical gathering ever held in the county is attracting more widespread interest than the Violinists Convention, to be held here on June 11, is doing. Fifteen people have enrolled in the “Old Fiddlers’ Contest,” which is to be one of the features of the evening program. Some of these are men well past the three-score and ten mark, and they will play the old-time tunes with a zest and trueness characteristic of the “barn dance” days.
Susquehanna - W. A. Southwell is visiting his daughter, Mrs. C. Wright Glidden, Mr. Southwell spent the past winter in Atlanta, Ga. On Memorial day here he participated in the exercises with the G. A. R. members. Mr. Southwell, who is 84 years of age, served in the Union Army during the Civil War, and was wounded at Gettysburg. His division sustained terrible losses in the fighting at Gettysburg, but was “in at the finish.” On his way north from Atlanta, Mr. Southwell visited Valley Forge and Brandywine, going over those historic fields. He has lived to see the old wounds of the Civil War healed and to welcome into his family, as daughters through marriage of his sons, two southern girls whose fathers, as Confederate soldiers, fought against his regiment several times during the great War of the Rebellion.
New Milford - The graduation exercises of the high school were held in the town hall on Tuesday evening, June 1. Those in the class are Helen Casey, Margaret Morgan, Gladys Cullings, Catherine Houlihan, Mary Stockholm, Charlotte Norris and Carl Pressman.
Birchardville - The Memorial Day exercises, held at the church, were enjoyed by a number of people from Binghamton, New Milford, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Forest Lake and Lawsville, as well as our home folks. After a fine talk by the pastor, the children formed in line and with flags and wreaths marched to the cemetery and decorated the thirty-seven soldiers’ graves. Henry C. Spafford, our only remaining soldier, was with us.
Jackson - Clinton Kishbaugh has opened a lunch stand on the Susquehanna road. He carries a full line of soft drinks, sandwiches, etc.
Dimock - The smaller of the two chicken houses, owned by Russell Dayton, caught fire from an oil lamp and burned to the ground last Monday evening. Fortunately the chickens all ran out and were saved. ALSO The graduating class of 1926 comprises Anna Benninger (Valedictorian), Doris Thornton, Leon Crisman, Martha Williams, Belle Grow, Violet LaRue, Mary Ely, Donald Roderick, George Heitsman and Ceylon Ely.
Forest City - Memorial Day was appropriately observed here. The American Legion had charge of the day’s program. Main street was an avenue of flags and the residences in other parts of the town, generally displayed “Old Glory.” The procession was not as large because of the threat of rain, but was of considerable length. Music was furnished by the Mozart Band. In the line were members of the legion, veterans of the Spanish American war, the borough officials, the fire department and a number of civic organizations.
Lenox - Chas. Powers, a life long resident of Lenox, died at his home, May 23. He was 77 years of age and is survived by his wife, Alice, and two sons, Frank H. of West Lenox, and Dr. F. T. Powers, of New Milford. Also one brother, Freeman Powers, of California. Mr. Powers was of the old pioneer stock, being a son of Hazard Powers, and grandson of Capt. Hazard Powers, who served in the Revolution and moved with his family and settled in Gibson township, in 1812.
Rushville - Born to Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Coleman, of this place, May 25th, 1926, a son, Christopher, Jr.
Brooklyn - Joseph Tewksbury played a violin of his own manufacture, at a contest held in Scranton, May 13th, and carried off third prize, a $10 gold piece. Mr. Tewksbury, who is over 80 years old, will play in the contest to be held in Montrose on June 11th. [The violin is on display at the Historical Society, in Montrose.]
Uniondale - Ira Curtis is building a store at Gettle’s Corners. Nelson Coleman doing the work. With the improvement of the road Ira forsees the Herrick corner as a busy one and is taking time by the forelock so as to be on the job when the traffic opens up.
Gibson - Eugene Maffett, of Langley’s Field, Va., is visiting his father, Thos. E. Maffett, in this place. He piloted the plane, C-714, from Langley’s Field to Mitchel Field, Mineola, L. I. He could not pilot this type of machine any nearer as it is not lawful for a government plane to land on a civilian field, but he is planning on having a “ship” of his own. There are citizens’ hangers near every national field. It will be remembered that Eugene Maffett was the American competitor of the international races held at Mitchel Field, in 1925. Although he is but 19 years old he is considered an”old-timer” in the air service.
Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - There was a white frost Monday morning. Forty-one years ago, the thirtieth of this month, the ground was white with snow. Will history repeat itself?
Thompson - Class night exercises will be held in the High School building, June 7. The class roll is Ruth Cassidy, Della Quick, Lamont Nelson, Mary Butler, Helen Crosier, Roland Buck, Merton Utter and Edward Carpenter.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, June 2, 1826.
MARRIED, on the 15th of May, in St. Matthews Church, Pike Twp., [Bradford Co.] by the Rev. S. Marks, Sackville H. Coxe, to Sophia, daughter of James Pieronnet, both of Susquehanna County.
MARRIED, On the 28th ult., by Rev. Charles R. Marsh, Mr. Jeduthan Nickerson, to Miss _____Smith, daughter of Isaac Smith, of Brooklyn.
DIED, In this town on Tuesday, May 23d, Melvin Fayette, son of John D. Stephens, aged one year and nine months.
ANTIDOTE — The best thing which can be administered to persons who have taken poison, in causing its ejection from the stomach, is a strong mixture of soap and water, given in as large quantities as possible.
NEW STORE. The subscribers, having formed a co-partnership under the firm of F. A. & E. BURROWS, and taken a store near Hickcox’s tavern, in Springville, are now opening an assortment of DRY GOODS, GROCERIES, HARDWARE, CROCKERY, &C. which they offer for sale on reasonable terms for prompt pay. They hope by selling cheap, and unremitting exertions to please, to deserve a share of patronage. FRANCIS A. BURROWS, EDWARD BURROWS.
LECHMORE POINT — Seventeen years since, the entire population of this now flourishing village, consisted of one old bachelor & two old maids. There are now three hundred and ninety-six children in the village.—“Boston paper.”
May 14 1926/2026
Choconut - Mrs. Elisha Mulford, an aged resident of Choconut, passed away after a three weeks’ illness. She was about 90 years of age and had lived in that place the greater part of her life. Her daughters, Mrs. Albert Post, of New York, and Mrs. Sarah Winlock, of Cambridge, Mass, were with her during her illness.
Forest City - W. C. Lott has been appointed a borough auditor by Judge Smith and Andrew Starinski has been appointed high constable in place of chief of police John Kaplavka, who has resigned.
Franklin Forks - Salt Springs school closed Friday with an enjoyable community picnic.
Silver Lake - Our roads are being worked and are a little rough for automobiles.
Dimock - The big woods owned by F. R. Cope, which caught fire last Friday evening, from a meadow fire, was saved by the strenuous work of the Woodbourne men and others from Dimock. If the fire had happened a day later, the woods could not have been saved on account of the high winds.
Uniondale - Glen Wells, manager of the Elkdale creamery and Thomas Jones, were business callers in town, Saturday. They report that they receive about 100 cars of milk a day and they sell their cream to the Woodlawn Dairy, of Scranton.
New Milford - Ben. Norris, who recently purchased the Taft property, on Main Street, is making extensive alterations to the building, transforming it into an up-to-date garage and show room. It will be known as the Central Garage.
Lenoxville - Mrs. Loren Robinson and children are very sick with measles, as is Perry Johnson. Howard Johnson is confined to his home with a severe cold.
Herrick Center - The pupils of the Intermediate room, Miss Roby Felter, teacher, are making fine progress in Palmer Method Penmanship. The following have received their Palmer Method Buttons: Russell Bennett, Peter Maslar, Nina Allen, Clara Reeder, Roland Stark. [The Palmer Method was introduced in the late 19th and early 20th century, and became the most popular cursive handwriting system in the United States.]
Thompson - Wedding bells are ringing on Pleasant Avenue. For further information inquire of Rex Gully.
Hallstead - Mr. and Mrs. Charles Roe, of this place, were severely injured in Binghamton. A street car hit the wagon in which they were riding, throwing both out. They are in City Hospital.
Montrose - The Ideal Theatre will show, Friday and Saturday, May 14 & 15, A big Zane Grey special—“Desert Gold.” Typical western melodrama of thrills, excitement, appealing love theme, wild riding, shooting, sweeping sandstorm and mountain avalanche—the highest point yet reached by Paramount in the production of Zane Grey stories.
Lanesboro - Arthur Prentice, a Lanesboro young man, died from injuries in the Barnes Hospital, Susquehanna. The young man was struck by an automobile a few days previous, sustaining internal injuries, a fractured leg and other hurts. He was 19 years of age and highly regarded for his friendly manner and exemplary habits. The accident occurred on a curve where he was at work building a retaining wall on the state highway, when an automobile, driven by a young woman struck him, although she made every effort to avoid hitting him.
East Kingsley - Surveyors on the Roosevelt trail are still active in this vicinity. Residents here are hopeful the route will soon be decided.
Alford, Brooklyn Twp. - Miss Bessie Ellsworth is in Lake Ariel, as pianist for Dr. Kreir & Co., the medicine show men, who were in Kingsley last week.
Brooklyn - At the concert given by the Brooklyn Musical Club, $24.00 was realized, which will be used to improve music in the high school.
Pleasant Valley, Auburn Twp. - Mrs. Alice Reimel and son, Arthur, visited her daughter, Mrs. Mercur Gardner and family, of Rush. Arthur drove his new car, which he is learning to manipulate very judiciously.
South Ararat - John Thomas, or “Uncle John” as he is called, took dinner at Henry Davis’. He was on his return home from a visit among old friends in Herrick. He is quite well for a man of his age and generally makes his trips on foot. Suppose some of the younger ones take pattern.
Fair Hill - C. M. Brands had a sick horse and called Dr. Miller. He had to go two miles to get to the phone as their line was on the “bum.”
Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers of Susquehanna County: BRISTOL BUDD SAMPSON — Colored, pensioner, with rank of private in Connecticut Continental Lines. Commencement of pension April 30th, 1818. He entered the Revolution as a servant of Washington, later becoming an enlisted soldier. E. A. Weston, in his History of Brooklyn, says that his first wife was Phoebe, daughter of Prince Perkins, and their children were: Susan, William and Anna. His second wife, also named Phoebe, and children by her—Joanna, Charlotte, Judy and Hannah. He died in 1848 and is buried in the Prince Perkins cemetery, in Brooklyn.
News Briefs: The report from Spitzenberg, the first of the week, that Commander Richard E. Byrd, an American aviator, had flown over the North Pole, created a world-wide stir. Byrd and two companions, in a huge Fokker airplane, went 1,400 miles in 16 hours, being the first men to successfully pass over the North Pole in a plane. ALSO Someone estimated that nearly 5,000 persons were at the dam last Sunday, says The Hawley Times. The water is now over the spillway and within ten feet of the top of the dam. Lake Wallenpaupack will, before long, be a beautiful body of water.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, May 12, 1826.
From the Miltonian. STEAM BOAT DISASTER ON THE SUSQUEHANNA. The steam boat Susquehanna and Baltimore bursted one of her boilers in Nescopeck Falls, near Berwick, at 3 o’clock, P.M., on Wednesday the 3d of May—the following is a list of the persons injured: ? B. Edwards of Braintrim, Luz. Co., Wm. Camp, Owego, NY, dangerously; Wm. Fitch, do.; Christian Brobst, Cattawissa, do.; Col. Joseph Paxton, do. slightly; Cyrus Barton, Bloomsburg, do.; Wm. G. Hurley, do.; ?. L. Forster, do.; Wm. Colt, Danville, do.; Thos. Woodside, do.; David Rose, N. Y. State, do.; Fireman, do.; Engineer, dangerously. One or two passengers, belonging to the state of New York, are missing—it is supposed they were lost overboard—their names and places of residence are not known. There was a number more passengers on board, but none injured except those above mentioned. The above account is taken from the way-bill of the Berwick stage, arrived here this evening. [Since receiving the above account we have conversed with some gentlemen, direct from Berwick, who informed us that they saw the dead bodies of four of the unfortunate persons, one of whom was Mr. Camp, of Owego.—They also informed us that several others were so dangerously wounded that their lives were despaired of. No person on board the boat at the time of the accident escaped injury, except the Captain, who was standing on the platform or roof that covered the boilers.]
July 07 1829/2026
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION, AS RELATED IN THE MONTROSE REGISTER, JULY 7, 1829
THE CELEBRATION
On Tuesday last, agreeably to arrangements, the citizens of this and the neighboring towns assembled to commemorate the “fiftieth” anniversary of that great and glorious day, which declared that these states should be “free and independent.” About eleven o’clock a procession was formed, under the direction of Wm. Jessup, Esq. Marshal of the day, and marched to the Presbyterian meeting house, where the Exercises were commenced by an able and appropriate prayer by the Rev. B. Baldwin—then followed an address, suited to the occasion, with the reading of the Declaration of Independence, by Doct. Charles Fraser, after which an Oration, which would do honor to the head and heart of any gentleman, was pronounced by A. [Almon] H. Read, Esq.
At the close of the exercises, the procession was again formed, and proceeded in beautiful order to a well stocked table, prepared by E. Fuller. After the cloth was removed, the toasts which follow, were drank, accompanied by the discharge of cannon and the hearty cheers of the company, Jonah Brewster, Esq. presiding, assisted by Maj. Benj. Lathrop.
We cannot refrain from remarking, in this place, that, in our opinion this memorable event, which has called millions together, once in each year for fifty years, was never celebrated in a manner more honorable to all engaged, and more gratifying to the feelings of the moral and religious part of community, than the fiftiethanniversary. No drunkenness, no rioting, nor any thing occurred to disturb the good feeling which seemingly pervaded every bosom.
It was highly gratifying to observe, seated at the head of the table, twelve of the heroes of the Revolution, assisting, and seemingly participating in all the fervor of youth, with their children, and their children’s children, in the general rejoicing for the enjoyment of those privileges which they fifty years ago spilt their best blood to establish.
TOASTS
1. The day—While the nations of Europe celebrate the nativity of their monarchs—our Jubilee is the birthday of the nation, and of equal rights—May they emulate our example.
2. Our political institutions—The experience of half a century has tested their stability.
3. The memory of Washington.
4. The heroes and statesmen of the Revolution—The tears of national gratitude have bedewed the graves of the departed—may the survivors receive a more solid remuneration.
5. The President of the United States.
6. The Governor of Pennsylvania.
7. The Congress of the United States—More doing and less talking.
8. The Army and Navy of the United States—The best guarantee of peace.
9. Agriculture, Manufactures and Commerce —The three pillars of national prosperity.
10. Bolivar, the hero and statesman of the South —May no improper act ever tarnish his fame.
11. The Republics of the South —May their councils be guided by wisdom and union, peace and prosperity reign within their borders.
12. The expresidents of the United States.
13. The Ladies —God bless them.
VOLUNTEERS
The Orator of the day.
By Asa Dimock, Jr.—The Declaration of Independence—Who will doubt the inspiration of its author.
By J. Brewster, Esq.— General Jackson—He needs no fawning sycophants, no political Jesuits, to spread the glory of his achievements! His fame is as broad as the earth, and its height will extend to all succeeding generations.
By Wm. Salmon, Esq.—The United States America.— As worthy the emulation of all nations, as she is fearless of any.
By F. F. Jones — Correct principles against private interest. —The cause of the United States Gaines upon the Troup of Georgia.
By Daniel Ross - Gen. Andrew Jackson—The retaliation for the eight dollar scalps sold to John Bull—the next president.
More news reported in this newspaper:
MARRIED. In Lenox, n Monday the 3rd inst. by J. B. Bill, Esq., Mr. Erastus Corey, to Miss Amy Bell, of the former place.
DIED. In Exeter, Luzerne co., on the 26th ult., Mr. John Harding, aged 63.
NOTICE. The person that borrowed the History of the late War, will please to return the same to the Subscriber immediately. DANIEL CURTIS.
June 18 1926/2026
Montrose - Packed House at Violinists’ Convention: An audience which packed the Warner Memorial Hall, taxing its capacity of 800 seats, with many glad to secure standing room, listened to a thoroughly enjoyable concert in connection with the “Old Fiddlers’ Contest.” It was, without doubt, one of the most interesting and appreciated concerts ever given in the county. Fourteen “old-time fiddlers” took part in the contest. Jehile Kirkhuff, of Rush township, winning the first prize, of $10, and E. B. Birdsall, of Friendsville, the second prize. In the contest each contestant played two selections. The contestants were: J. B. Kirkhuff, Charles Anderson, Rush; W. J. Stanley, Choconut; Earl Conklin, Brackney; Clarence Pratt, Lenox; Miss Irene VanCott, E. S Smith, New Milford; E. B. Birdsall, Friendsville; S. Snell, Forest Lake; C. L. Tewksbury, Brooklyn; A. H. Mead, Harford; Henry Button, S. Montrose; Arthur Freeman, Montrose. The playing of Charles Anderson on a “cigar box fiddle,” from which he got some real music, the dancing of Messrs. Bryden and Wilcox, and the duet by I. W. Oakley and J. Wesley Gavitt, were deeply appreciated. ALSO Fred Avery is driving a Star Six coupster, purchased from Bert M. Brown, Star dealer. Barry Searle, Sr., is also driving a new Star Four coupster.
Hallstead - Marcel Denney, while motoring on the Steam Hollow road, a few days ago, caught a large rattlesnake in the road which measured five feet, ten inches, and had fifteen rattles. He used a crotched stick to catch the snake, put a rope around its neck, tied it to the running board, and brought it into Hallstead. He intends to present it to Ross Park, Binghamton. Mr. Denney had the snake on exhibition for a short time, near Gows’ Garage.
Susquehanna - The Hornell shops and the Susquehanna shops have been placed on a five-day a week schedule until further notice.
Gibson - Electric lights have been installed in the M. E. church. ALSO Edwin Senior, a life long resident of this place, died on June 4, aged 76 years. Mr. Senior came to Gibson 75 years ago, from Connecticut. He was a charter member of the Gibson Star Grange. He has left to mourn his death his wife, two daughters, Bessie and Mary, and three grandchildren. Interment in the Gibson cemetery.
Roosevelt Highway - The new concrete highway between Browntown mountain and Meshoppen, on the Roosevelt Highway, has been completed and it is expected to be open for traffic by the 4th of July. This will make a beautiful drive over paved roads via Clark’s Summit, Lake Winona, Tunkhannock, Wyalusing to Montrose.
Clifford - Hiram Rivenburg and Emery Green, who had slight operations in the Emergency Hospital, a week ago, are doing nicely. ALSO Stanley Slocum is home from Lewisburg, where he has been attending Bucknell University.
Franklin Hill - The Franklin Hill Old Home Coming picnic will be held at the Franklin Hill church, June 24, 1926. Stunts, games, etc., will be a special feature. Each family please bring sandwiches, and two other articles of food. Also cups and silver for the family. Mrs. E. W. Melhuish, President and Mrs. Harry W. Williams, Sec’y.
Jackson - Married, at the home of the groom’s parents, at North Jackson, on Thursday, June 10, Raymond Page, of Jackson, and Miss Pearl Ainey, of Montrose, by the Rev. Renville, of Susquehanna. Only the immediate relatives of the family were present. Delicious refreshments were served, after which the happy couple left for the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. E. S. Jansen, of High Falls, NY.
Forest City - A pretty wedding was solemnized at St. John’s Greek Catholic church, when Miss Helen Korshnak, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Korshnak, became the bride of Joseph Warhola. Rev. T. M. Volley performed the ceremony in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives. ALSO The Crusaders S. S. class met at the home of Fred Linder on June 3. Mrs. A. Pentecost continued reading “Pilgrim’s Progress.” Dainty refreshments were served.
Uniondale - Daddy Douglas is constructing a band stand east of Dad’s restaurant. He expects to entertain the public with band music during the summer. ALSO Earl Payne has purchased a new master six Buick Coach. The best is none too good for Earl, who believes in stepping high.
News Brief: The political pot is seething in Bradford county, already, and before the Ides of November it is expected the candidates will be severely “burned.” A movement has been started to form a third party to defeat Hon. Frank N. Moore, Republican candidate for the Legislature. A coalition movement is being attempted by the Republican organization with the Democrats, which calls for the withdrawal of the present Democratic candidate and the putting forward of a Republican who can “lick Moore.” Moore has always been an “independent” and is the spokesman in Bradford of Governor Pinchot. It was he who persuaded the governor to upset all state road precedents and permit the construction of a cheaper type of road, in that county. This brought about the break between Pinchot and Paul D. Wright, secretary of the highway commission.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, June 16, 1826.
MARRIED. On Thursday, the 6th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Richardson, Mr. John Pastena, to Miss Sally Meriman—all of Lawsville. ALSO MARRIED: On the 8th inst., by Elder Davis Dimock, Mr. Henry Shelp, to Miss Betsy Maine, both of Bridgewater.
THE SUSQUEHANNA TROOP are requested to parade at Head Quarters on the 4th of July next, at 9 o’clock in the morning, properly equipped, to join in the celebration of the day. S. HODGDON, Capt. June 15, 1826.
CALL AND SEE. W. Hayden has a good assortment of SADDLES, BRIDLES, HARNESS, AND TRUNKS, &c. which he will dispose of for Neat Stock, Horses, Maple Sugar, &c. New Milford, May 10, 1826. N. B. Those wanting Military work can be accommodated before the next training.
DRUGS, DYESTUFFS, PAINTS, &C. The subscriber having just purchased the MONTROSE DRUGGIST STORE, lately owned by James Catlin, would inform the public that he has removed the same to his shop on Turnpike Street, where he intends to continue and extend the business so far as may be necessary to answer the demand in that line. The best of articles will be kept, and afforded to customers on as good terms as else where in the country. ASA HARTSHORN.
MILLINERY & MANTUA-MAKING. MARY WEST respectfully informs the public, that she has commenced MILLINERY and MANTUA-MAKING, at the house of Mr. Jonathan West, on the Owego turnpike, where she intends keeping an assortment of fashionable Fancy Goods. ALSO—Leghorn and Straw Bonnets cleaned and repaired. Bridgewater, June 12, 1826.
May 28 1926/2026
Montrose - Beach manufacturing company plant was the scene of a fire early Sunday morning, discovered by a group of young people returning from a dance. It originated in the forge room and warehouse, both wood structures. A concrete and steel main building prevented spread of flames. New concrete buildings will be built. ALSO Miss Gladys Williams will be manager of Greenwood’s Maytag Store, which will be opened in the Cruser block, South Main street. Miss Williams has had an extensive business experience and has the ability and qualities requisite for the position.
Brooklyn - Commencement exercises will be held on Friday evening, May 28th. There are eight members of the graduating class, as follows: Anna Collins, Ruth Nash, Dena Roberts, Dorothy Tiffany, Blanch Rettberg, Emery Jones, James Griswold and Thomas West.
Susquehanna - A large delegation of officials of the Erie and other railroads are expected here this week to look over conditions regarding the shops. A large part of the other buildings have been torn down and there are changes in connection with the local shops and the work, without doubt. Anything that means steady work for the employees will be very welcome.
Dimock - Sneak thieves are again busy in this place. About 200 chickens were stolen from E. H. LaRue, one night last week, and a quantity of canned fruit was taken from the home of Charles Roberts, the same night.
Great Bend - Concrete is being poured on the new state road from Hickory Grove to Great Bend. It is expected that the road will be ready for use by July 4th.
Williams Pond - A barn, silo, granary and milk house, on the Anthony Burgess farm, near here, were destroyed by fire of unknown origin. Destroyed in the barn was farm machinery and a cow and calf were burned to death. The fire was only partly insured, but Mr. Burgess plans to rebuild.
East Rush - Undertaker F. A. Bedell, and Dr H. M. Fry, returned on Friday from a 600-mile automobile trip to Piqua, Ohio. On the return trip they drove back a Meteor limousine hearse, which Mr. Bedell will use in connection with his business. It is a fine motor vehicle and one of the most elaborate in use in this part of the state.
Franklin Forks - Decoration Day will be observed as usual. A delegation will leave the Forks at 9 a.m. to decorate the graves of the old soldiers at Brookdale and Lawsville, returning to the Forks at 11 or 12. Rev. Nankivell, of Lake Como, will deliver the Memorial address at 2 p.m.
Birchardville - Last Thursday a Union Ladies’Aid was held in the Hall. The men united in digging the trench to convey water, from a spring on Mr. Edward Burr’s property, to the parsonage. Much work was accomplished and a grand dinner was served by the ladies. When the work is complete the parsonage will be one of the best equipped in the country, as a complete bathroom is to be installed.
South Auburn - A very pleasant social event was a reception given in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Robert LaFrance, who recently commenced housekeeping on the farm where Robert spent his boyhood days.
Forest City - The meeting of the borough council, with all of the city’s solons in attendance, was a clearance house for local troubles. Among those were the necessity of a sewer for the north end of town; the offensive odor that comes from a manhole on South Main street; the discussion of the cow question… Michael Kott thought they should not be allowed to run at large at night; also some merchants protested against peddlers being allowed to invade Forest City and compete with the local business men who have rents and taxes to pay.
Uniondale - It is said that the Grist Mill is for sale and there is much speculation as to who will be the buyers. The mill is probably the largest in the county. It was remodeled and enlarged by H. H. Hubbard, some 20 years ago, after its purchase by him from the late Edwin Corey. After Mr. Hubbard’s death it was run by the Spencer’s, of Thompson, and later Sherwood and Lowery had a thriving business there, they selling to the Mathews Milling Co., which recently went into bankruptcy. The mill is run with water power much of the year.
News Brief: The Musical Observer, published in New York City, has the following comment and photograph on a local musical organization: “Taylor’s Band, of Montrose, Pa., is a band of professional standing, composed of amateur members. They play a high type of band music and have won an enviable reputation in their section of the state.” There are not many bands in the country composed of such young musicians who have such unquestioned talent. It is a real honor to be thus recognized by such a prominent publication. [This band was organized by Maurice Taylor, and made up of his brothers and other boys in Montrose. It was the basis for starting a band at Montrose High School, I believe the year was 1927. Maurice Taylor went on to write “Easy Steps to the Band”and “Easy Steps to the Orchestra,” still used in schools throughout the United States. It was a progressive course for teaching full band, including all instruments.]
Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers in Susquehanna County. CAPT. JEREMIAH SPENCER. Native of New Hampshire in which state he enlisted in the war of the Revolution. Came from Renessaler Co., N. Y., to Springville township in 1801. Made first learning in township. Wife was Tirzah, sister of Judge Ashley, and they had sons, Daniel and Francis B., and five daughters. He died in 1825, aged 75 years, and was buried in the cemetery near Lynn, for which he gave the ground. His son, Francis, born Jan, 2, 1781, in Clairmount, N. H., married Naomi, daughter of Gideon Lyman.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, May 26, 1826.
MASONIC. Notice is hereby given, that the EVENING STAR LODGE NO, 206 will be established and constituted at the house of Philo Bostwick, in Middletown, Susquehanna county, on the 27th of May inst., at 10 o’clock in the forenoon. The brethren are invited to attend.
YOUNG BUCEPHALUS WILL stand for mares the ensuing season as follows: On Tuesday the 16th inst. at the stable of Edward Packer, Esq. in Brooklyn; Wednesday the 17th at Samuel Woodward’s in Springville; Thursday the 18th at John Buckingham’s in Montrose and return through New Milford to the stable of the subscriber on Friday. This route will be performed every other week throughout the season. TERMS—Two dollars the single leap, three the season and five to insure. HOSEA TIFFANY, JR. Harford, May 12, 1826
May 07 1926/2026
Bridgewater Twp. - Rufus Gregory Scott, a native of this locality where he had spent the most of his life, died May 2, after an illness of several months. Mr. Scott was born here on May 12, 1847. He was prominent in the mercantile business in Montrose and later years he had lived practically a retired life, except as his duties as tipstaff in the court house. He was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal church and a son of Samuel T. and Sara Gregory Scott. His father was a prominent educator and newspaper editor and his great grandfather, on his paternal side, was Rev. Davis Dimock, the first Baptist minister in Susquehanna County.
Hallstead - A sad accident occurred at the home of Wallace Gathany in Steam Hollow, near this place, Sunday, April 25, when his 13 year-old son, Justin Robert Gathany, was accidentally thrown from a horse and fatally injured. The young lad was riding a horse about the yard when in some manner he was thrown from the animal’s back, striking heavily on the frozen ground. He was removed to the house and a physician summoned, but his injuries were such that he passed away Sunday evening.
Gibson - Wm. Cole was released from jail under $800 bail. Cole is charged with assaulting, with intent to kill, Leo Resseguie, of this place, an account of which appeared in The Democrat, last week. Resseguie, who was thought to be dying from injuries alleged to have been inflicted by Cole, with a hammer, is in the General Hospital, Carbondale, and latest reports favored his recovery. ALSO May 12 is clean-up day at the Gibson cemetery. All lot owners are inited to attend. Dinner will be served in the Grange hall at a nominal price. Proceeds are for improvement of the cemetery.
Franklin Forks - Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Stockholm are entertaining her mother, sister, brother and two nephews, from Sandwich, Ill. They came by auto.
New Milford - Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Woodward and Mr. and Mrs. Claude Woodward have returned from St. Petersburg, Florida, where they spent the winter. They will soon open their ice cream parlor and restaurant.
Springville - Frank Wallace and Karl Krueger have sold their general merchandise business to Frank Bunnell, of Auburn Corners, who will take possession June 1st.
Montrose - The Symphony Male Chorus will give a concert in the Congregational church at Harford, on May 14. This will be the third concert which this organization has given in this church. The chorus has recently added new members and now have twenty voices. The program will consist of popular, classical and old favorite selections. ALSO At a meeting of the Montrose board of health, the ban on children attending the motion picture shows was removed. The youngsters, who have been prevented practically all winter from attending the movies, turned out in good numbers. [This was done to prevent the spread of Typhoid fever.]
Susquehanna - Arthur Prentice, 18 year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Prentice, of Lanesboro, was seriously injured when struck by an automobile, near the stone bridge, at that place. He is at Barnes Hospital with a broken hip and bruises about the head and body. Miss Linnie Parker and Miss Springsteen, going to their home at Stevens Point, were riding in Miss Parker’s Ford coupe and Miss Parker did not see young Prentice, as she rounded the sharp turn, until she was almost upon him. She made a desperate attempt to turn the car, but could not avoid striking the young man.
Brooklyn - The girls of the Vocational High school will hold a Fashion Show in the school building, May 13th. One of the main attractions will be a group of spring dresses from Robinove’s store. There will also be exhibits of the work done in clothing this year.
Uniondale - Our local meat market has recently changed hands. E. E. Deming, proprietor, having exchanged the same for the Norton farm, a mile west of Lewis Lake. He will move to his residence, now occupied by LeRoy Craft, below the railroad tracks, and engage in chicken farming.
Clifford - There will be an entertainment in the Hall, under the auspices of the Young People’s S. S. Class of the Baptist church. Proceeds for fund to install more electric lights.
Jackson - Commencement exercises of Jackson graded school were held Friday evening. There were three graduates.
West Lenox - H. L. Adams had the misfortune to chop his finger off, while chopping wood, one day last week.
Birchardville - Our school closed after a very successful term, and all are anxious for the teacher, Homer McCloud, to return for another year.
Harford - The high school will present “The Mid-Summer Nights Dream” for the benefit of the library fund. This will be an out door fete if weather is permissible.
Forest City - We, the recently organized baseball club representing the Central Lunch Room, hereby challenge the Model A. C. or any team in town. Arrangements can be made by calling 8-3 Forest City or at Central Restaurant. ALSO The Service Radio Shop, of Carbondale, has opened a branch in the H. H. Weiss building next to the Aldine market.
Revolutionary War Honor Roll: CAPT. CALEB RICHARDSON, son of Stephen and Hannah Coy Richardson, and fifth in descent from Samuel Richardson, who emigrated from England to the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1636, and was one of the seven founders of Woburn, Mass. Caleb was born in Attleborough, June 26, 1739; died in Harford, Pa., March 2, 1823. He married, in Attleborough, Nov.1761, Esther Tiffany, born there Feb. 18, 1739; died in Harford Feb. 2, 1822. She was the oldest child of John and Deliverance Parmenter Tiffany, and sister of Hosea Tiffany, one of the Nine Partners of Harford. Caleb Richardson had a forge, and made nails and other articles of iron. He was a soldier in the French War. In the Revolutionary War he served as 2nd Lieut., under Capt. Moses Wilmarth, in the Attleboro Co., “called on account of the alarm in April, 1775.” (Supposed to have taken part in the Battle of Lexington.) Nine additional sources of his service are also listed.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, May 5, 1826.
DIED. At his residence, in Harmony township, on Saturday the 15th inst., JOHN HILBORN, aged 84 years and 11 months and one of the early settlers of this county. [John Hilborn, a Quaker and native of Bucks County, was captured by the Delaware Indians, near Stroudsburg, in 1778. During his walk to Quebec, he encountered the Mohawk chief, Joseph Brandt, who ignored Hilborn’s pleas to be freed. After two years of captivity, Hilborn gained his freedom and in 1791 came to the mouth of the Cascade Creek, with his wife and child, as an agent for Henry Drinker. It is thought that Hilborn was the first prisoner who returned from Canada and perhaps the only one who paid for his freedom.] The ordeal of John Hilborn is found on pages 92-94, Blackman’s History of Susquehanna County, Pa.
July 02 1926/2026
Great Bend - Trail Bandit Is Arrested: The young bandit who had a running pistol fight along the Lackawanna Trail, while riding in a stolen sedan, was apprehended by Chief of Police Terrell, of Hallstead, on Friday morning. The boy’s name is Jesse Thomas; he claims to be 17 years old—but looks older—and is credited with a reformatory record in New York state. Jesse, who likes “Jesse James’” stories, seemed rather proud of his exploits as a bold, bad man on the “trail” and it is said he couldn’t resist talking about making the police hustle. “What’s the use of doing heroic, wild west stuff, if you have no audience,” Jesse confided in some companions. When the Chief of Police went to arrest Jessie, the door opened and the chief found the muzzle of a 38 calibre revolver pressed against his abdomen. It was not what he expected, but he managed to cow the young desperado into submission and took the gun away from him. Had Jesse been content to keep a closed mouth and not boast of the affair, his part in it would probably still be a mystery.
“Old Fiddlers’ Convention and Contest”: will be staged at the county fair, in Montrose, on September next. Notices are now being sent into every township and borough of the county to recruit every one of the fiddlers who are competent to play the favorite old tunes and jigs. One hundred of the best players will be selected for the Grand Opening Medley Overture. Imagine the thrill of hearing 100 crack fiddlers play “Money Musk,” or “Turkey in the Straw,” in unison. The program will include exhibitions of square dancing by those who have not forgotten the old steps and some country clog dancing. You must register now.
Montrose - J.J. Burke is having the foundation prepared for an apartment house and market which he will erect on the site of the former Exchange Hotel on South Main street. The new building will be set back from the street and have a broad veranda in front. Mr. Burke is planning to start an up-to-date fruit, vegetable and sea food market on the first floor of the three-story structure.
Hallstead - Alvin Tallon, a 16-year-old boy, died a few hours after taking a swim in the Susquehanna river. About an hour after coming from the water, he became ill and he passed away within a few hours. He had suffered attacks of heart trouble previously and it is probable the effect of the cold water resulted in death. He was an orphan, his father, Arthur Tallon, having met death while in bathing, twelve years ago. He lived with his grandmother, Jennie Tallon. One brother, James, a student in Girard College, survives him.
Springville - Several members of our orchestra went to Tunkhannock to assist in an entertainment given by their leader, J. W. Gavitt. Mr. Gavitt, of Montrose, deserves much credit for the work done by the orchestra.
Lynn - The two-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nesbit Fitch, died on June 26, while they were returning from consulting a physician.
Forest City - Those who saw the live banquet hall of the Muchitz hotel, were loud in their praise of the improvement that Mr. Muchitz has made. The hall has a seating capacity of several hundred and fills a long felt want in the community.
Dimock - The Dimock camp grounds are greatly improved by the addition of a fine, new iron gate, with name of the grounds in big letters at the top of the gate, which is most ornamental as well las useful. A handsome iron fence now encloses all the front part of the grounds.
Auburn Center - Cleon Stevens has recently purchased a Willys-Knight car.
Uniondale - About forty relatives, including children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, gathered at the home of Theron B. Dimmick on Sunday,June 27, to celebrate his 82nd birthday.
Elk Lake - Several new cottages have been built in the summer colony near the Lake.
Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - As Mr. Zemes’ truck, which was loaded with 35 cans of milk, going to the station, it was crowded off the road on the cross road near the Tyler school house and spilled a lot of milk.
Susquehanna - John T. McMahon, a prominent meat dealer, passed away, suddenly, at an early hour on Friday morning. He was stricken in bed and rolled to the floor, lifeless. His 12 year old son found him and summoned his uncle, S. J. McMahon, who called Dr. Washburn, but he had passed away.
Brooklyn - Where-ever you plan to spend the “Fifth” do not forget the community get-together at the school building. Bring the children and their fire works and let them enjoy the evening in a safe and sane way. A Stephen Foster song festival will be presented by the Musical Club, with “Susie’s Kitchen Band” as a leading feature. Everyone come.
Thompson - A Fourth of July celebration will be held in this place, Monday, July 5th. Among the interesting features of the day will be a parade, consisting of floats, fantastics, etc. Two ball games, flag raising and an address by Rev. Mr. Newton, of Honesdale, will be given.Two bands will furnish music. Dinner will be served by the ladies of the community.
Aged Fisher Folk: A considerable number of persons, past 80 years of age, have applied for fishing licenses this season. And while there are many women who have licenses, the oldest of these is Mrs. Lovanda Pickering, of Thompson, who admits 75 years. Men over 80 years who have received licenses in the county are: R. F. Davies, Uniondale, 87; G. W. Gillett, New Milford, 87; John Huntley, New Milford, 86; G. W. Martin, Montrose, 85; I. W. Sinsabaugh, Hopbottom, 81; William Smyth, South Gibson, 82; S. L. French, Thompson, 82; E. A. Jenner, So. Montrose, 80; C. H. Mathews, New Milford, 80; A. L. Titus, Hopbottom, 80.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, June 30, 1826.
DIED. In Springville, on Sunday the 25th inst., David Stevens, aged 20 years, son of Simon Stevens.
ORDER OF PROCESSION, FOR THE 4TH OF JULY NEXT: 1. Band of Music; 2. Citizens. 3. Standard and Guard. 4. Infantry and Rifle companies. 5. Gentlemen and Ladies. 6. Civil Authority. 7. The Clergy. 8. Committee of Arrangement. 9. President and Vice President. 10. Orators. 11. Chaplains. 12 Revolutionary Soldiers. 13. Artillery Companies.
ORDER OF EXERCISES: 1. Introductory Prayer. 2. Address, and Declaration of Independence. 3. Instrumental Music. 4. Oration. 5. National Ode. 6. Religious Address. 7. Sacred Music. 8. Instrumental Music.
June 11 1926/2026
Uniondale - G. E. Douglass has purchased a barrel of Dowflake, a white powder, which he will use in front of his store and residence to keep the dust down. ALSO An impressive Memorial service was held in the M. E. Church. Excellent music was furnished by the Uniondale orchestra, also the men’s choir and quartet. Flags and relics of the war decorated the church and the three local remaining Civil War veterans, T. B. Dimmock, Richard Davis and Emmet Gibson, occupied seats of honor near the pulpit.
Montrose - At a meeting of the United Fire Co., the Purchasing and Ordering Committee was instructed to purchase fire equipment suitable for the town, but not a “pumper” engine. It is believed a truck, chemically equipped, may be secured, which could later be converted into a pumper. ALSO Fred T. Mack, proprietor of the Subway Lunch, has purchased a lot on Cherry street from Mrs. Regis Dolan and Miss Pauline McCollum. A barn is located on the lot and Mr. Mack is considering moving it down nearer the street and converting it into a bungalow. ALSO Carpenters are at work tearing down the Odd Fellows Hall block, which will be erected on the site of the burned Exchange Hotel, by John J. Burke. Mr. Burke will convert the building into an apartment house. Owing to its size it was found impracticable to move the building through the streets.
Pleasant Valley - Friday morning, June 4, we had a frost. It still continues cold for June.
Brookdale - The Brookdale Telephone Company held a meeting at Tingley Hall. The same officers were elected for another year. Fred Mott, of Corbettsville, was granted the privilege of adding a phone to his garage.
Harford - The following graduated from the Vocational School: Rachel Michael, Pauline MacNamara, Mary Resseguie, Claude Barnes, Robert Chamberlain, Mary Courtright, Beatrice Davis, Lynn Gardner, Herbert Hall, James Hugh, Wayne Jesse, Kenneth Michael, Charles Oakley, Hazel Palmer, Mildred Seal. The McNamara Orchestra, from So. Gibson, gave many pleasing selections. The orchestra consists of Mrs. G. L. MacNamara and son and daughter.
New Milford - Miss Viola VanCott, who has been teaching in the schools in Kirby, Wyoming, for the past year, has returned to her home for the summer vacation.
Clifford - Memorial exercises were well attended. The old soldiers’ graves were decorated with flowers by the children of the Sunday school.
Springville - Harry Gavitt, our tonsorial artist, has sold out his business to Bruce Lake, but still retains the barber trade at Dimock. He is driving a new car.
Hop Bottom - Mrs. Button enjoyed another birthday She was 94 years old, and received a beautiful cake with ninety-four candles on it.
Brooklyn - Wm. S. Tiffany and family motored to Philadelphia to attend the Shriners convention and the opening of the Sesquicentennial exhibition. Mrs. Tiffany visited relatives in the city.
Rush - The graduates of the Rush high school, excepting two, have returned from a trip to Niagara Falls.
Lenoxville - Earl Carr, of this place, has his lunch room and gas station nearly completed, along the concrete road, just beyond Clifford.
Herrick Center - Mr. and Mrs. John Jones have been at Scranton, since Saturday, called there by the sudden death of their eldest son, Harry Jones, founder of the Woodlawn Dairy Company.
Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers of Susquehanna Co. JONOTHAN MOXLEY. Came from Groton, Conn., and settled in New Milford township in 1814. The name of his father, Joseph Moxley, appears on the monument at Groton as among those slain at the massacre of Fort Griswold. Jonathan served in that contest but was never regularly enlisted. He died in 1849, aged 89, and is buried in the cemetery in New Milford borough. He had seven children. His wife, Sally, died in 1826, aged 67. JOTHAM PICKERING. A native of Meriden, Mass., and a soldier of the Revolution. Came to settle in New Milford, but in 1798 moved to Gibson township, with his wife, Ailsa, four daughters and five sons. Children who became adults, Henry, John, Preserved and Corbett Potter; Leah, wife of William Tripp; Mrs. Aden Cramer; Nabby Ann, wife of Henry Miller, of Clifford; Polly, wife of James Waterman, of Wayne county. He died in 1809, aged 50.
News Brief: An autoist, who had just come from Vermont, on June 3, said that in that state there was still snow on the ground. As late as the middle of May there was sufficient ice in the harbor at Buffalo to impede shipping. The extreme cold weather all over the country is being felt even in the south, where it has affected the cotton crop, it is believed. ALSO The State will oil the following roads in Susquehanna county the week of June 12th. Between Montrose and Bridgewater; Montrose and Tiffany; Nicholson and Lenox; Forest City and Clifford.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, June 9, 1826.
DIED, In this borough, on the 30th ultimatum. Mrs. ________ Hodgdon, wife of Samuel Hodgdon.
To extract grease spots from Linen—The following method is not generally known, and is certainly the most simple and (we speak from experience) the best we ever met with:—Take magnesia in the lump—wet it, and rub the grease spots well with it; in a little time brush it off, when no stain or appearance of grease will be left. —Housekeeper’s Magazine.
SURVEYING. The subscriber having furnished himself with a first rate COMPASS, and other instruments for surveying, gives notice that he will devote his time to this business. Aware of the consequent injury of bad work, he will make it his primary object to avoid it. His charges will be reasonable, and his work warranted accurate. Where work is confined to him alone, he pledges himself that it shall be done with promptness and fidelity. JOSEPH W. GARNSEY, Deputy Surveyor for Susq’a Co.
To Preserve Cucumber Vines. As this is the season for planting Cucumbers, it may not be amiss to remind those concerned, that to sow Buckwheat in rows around the hills, at the same time the Cucumbers are planted, will preserve the vines against the ravages of the streaked bug which is generally so destructive to them. This discovery was published a year ago, and several of our subscribers who tried the experiment found it to be effectual. Palmyra Sentinel.
BLACKSMITHING. The subscriber having purchased the shop formerly occupied by Daniel Curtis, respectfully informs the public that the above business, in all its branches, will be carried on at the said shop. All calls will be punctually attended to and work done to the satisfaction of his customers. EMBLEY SHAFER, Montrose.
May 21 1926/2026
New Milford - In the prothonotary’s office, yesterday, nine suits in trespass were instituted against the New Milford Water Co., and damages aggregating $160,000 asked by the plaintiffs. These actions arise out of the recent typhoid epidemic in that place, in which it is charged the defendant company, by its neglect, brought about either the death or illness of certain parties.
Hop Bottom - The funeral services of the late Pardon Lindsey were held from his late home, May 15th. Mr. Lindsey was an aged member of the G. A. R., and he had not been in good health for some time. Interment in Brooklyn cemetery. He leaves a son, Dr. Ernest Lindsey, of Scranton. [Pardon Lindsey was a private in Co. F., 141st Regiment, PA Volunteers.]
Brooklyn - A suit for damages against the County Light & Power Co., was instituted in the county courts during the week. Civil action being sought by Olin Mittan and his son, Jack, for damages of $20,000. It is alleged that the boy, who is 7 years of age, on Sept. 13th last, grasped a high voltage wire as he walked along the streets of Brooklyn. He received a severe shock and it resulted in the loss of use of his left hand, withering the arm and permanently disabling it.
South Gibson - Earl H. Conrad died at the Johnson City General Hospital, May 15, 1925, as a result of an injury to his right arm which necessitated its amputation. Deceased was a former resident of South Gibson, and was 53 years of age.
Lawton - A son, Clifford Lawrence, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. E. Bennett, at Sunny Slope, Lawton, on May 16th.
Forest City - Mrs. Michael Kane, one of Forest City’s pioneer residents, passed away at her home on North Main street. Deceased was born in Ireland 83 years ago. Her maiden name was Bridget Gibbins. She was united in marriage to Mr. Kane in 1867. They came to America in 1871 and five years later took up their residence here, where deceased has since resided. Mr. Kane died June 4, 1916. Mrs. Kane is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Mary Connelly and Mrs. Arthur Kelleher, of this place; Mrs. Gregory Walsh, of Vandling, Mrs. Thomas Jennings, of Scranton.
Herrick Center - Edmund Flynn, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Flynn, distinguished himself when the Penn State Frosh defeated the University of Pittsburg Freshmen track team by a score of eighty and a third to fifty-four and two thirds. Flynn, with Offenhauser, West Philadelphia star, and Whitmore, former Wyoming Seminary flash, made up the State quarter mile team.
Montrose - Earle Wootton, an attache of The Democrat,attained his 21st year, May 18th. As a birthday gift, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Wootton, presented him with a round-trip ticket by airplane from Binghamton to Owego and Waverly, NY. Earl enjoyed the trip greatly, but said it was far more pleasant going up than it was coming down. Our best wish for the venerable young man is that he comes down in the future only enough to maintain proper equilibrium. ALSO John J. Burke has offered to purchase the Odd Fellows Hall building, which is to be removed from the lot in order to provide a site for the new St. Paul’s Episcopal parish house. The building is so wide that it will, with difficulty, be moved down South Main street, where Mr. Burke proposes placing it on the foundation, formerly occupied by the Exchange Hotel, burned a year and a half ago. The telephone company has been asked to remove four or five poles on South Main to permit the passage of the building down the street, and is to come to a decision this week, it is understood. Mr. Burke plans to convert it into a hotel. ALSO Wm. Lathrop, whose death occurred May 10, was a descendent of Rev. John Lathrop, who came over from England in 1640, having been persecuted and put in prison for preaching the truth, finally liberated, and with his family and 30 members of his church, came to this country and settled in Barnstable, Mass.
Uniondale - Things are stirring around town these days. The Freeland Construction Co. is unloading its machinery to make the new concrete road from Balunas’ to Herrick Corners; the autos are buzzing; the leaves are sprouting; and the birds are singing. All’s well in Uniondale—even the detour. ALSO Pierce Dunn, of Ararat, former champion checker player of this vicinity, was in town looking for victims, yesterday.
Dimock - Griffen Taylor is installing electric lights in his garage and home.
Birchardville - Mothers’ Day was observed at our church last Sunday and enjoyed by all present. Each mother was presented with a bouquet of flowers. The oldest mother of our neighborhood, Mrs. W. C. Tilden, was present. Mrs. Tilden was 97 years old on the13th of May.
Jackson - The annual meeting of Jackson Cemetery Association will be held at the Baptist church, May 29th. Work will be done in the cemetery, improving lots and straightening monuments which have fallen over. Ladies are requested to bring sandwiches, cake, etc., for dinner.
Heart Lake - The Brown toy factory is well under way. Small tin and lead toys will soon be on sale.
South Montrose - Mark Lake is wearing a broad smile on account of the arrival of a 7 lb. boy, John Davis, at his home on May 9th.
Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers: CHRISTIAN SHELP - Native of New York. Came to Jessup township in 1812 with sons, John, Nathaniel, Henry, Stephen and Christian, Jr., and son-in-law, Charles Davis. He died in 1825 aged 65 years, and is buried in Fair Hill cemetery. Grave marked by D. A. R. His wife was Jane Freeman, 1760-1841. Catherine, his daughter, married Ezekiel Main, Jr., Jan. 15, 1824. Henry married Betsey Main, June 8, 1826; Christian married Hannah Pruyn, Feb. 15, 1821. He was private in the Rangers of Tryon Co., NY Militia, in Col. Frederick Nelson’s third regiment. In 1780 he served in Capt. William Swoop’s Co., Col. Fisher’s Regt.; Enlisted July 8, 1780 in Robert Yates Co.; July 5, 1783 in 3rd Red Tryon County, David McAllister’s Co.
“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, May 19, 1826.
MARRIED - In Gibson, on Thursday, the 11th inst., by J. B. Bill, Esq., Mr. James Johnston, to Miss Eliza Woodward, both of Gibson.
S. RICH & SONS, RESPECTFULLY acquaint the Ladies and Gentlemen of Montrose and vicinity, that they will open for exhibition, at the house of D. Curtis, in Montrose, on Monday and Tuesday the 22 and 25 inst., the TRAVELLING MUSEUM of FINE ARTS. Admittance 12 1/2 cents, children under 12 years of age half price. Music on the Ancient Jewish CYMBAL.
The Steam Boat Codorus, progresses successfully up the river, and was expected at Owego on Saturday last. She was at Towanda, on the 10th inst. and favored the citizens of that place with excursions up and down the river, much to their gratification.
April 30 1926/2026
Susquehanna County People Will Plant a Fifth of a Million Tree Seedlings: Largest number of trees to be set out since the State Department commenced giving them away, will be planted this spring. Farmers awakening to their value. The state furnishes the seedlings without charge All that is necessary is to request the number wanted from the Department of Forests and Waters, and pay the carrying charges and set them out.
Gibson Twp. - Leo Resseguie, aged 23, lies in a precarious condition in the General Hospital, at Carbondale, with chances of recovery about “50-50,” suffering from fracture of the skull and other injuries. It is alleged that he was struck by Wm. Cole, 45, with a hammer. It is claimed that the two engaged in an altercation over the possession of some calves.
S. Montrose - F. K. Main, of South Montrose, has the agency for the new Radiolite kerosene lamp, the claim for which is that it produces a light “brighter than electricity and cheaper than candles.”
Alford - Mrs. J. M. Decker has had electricity lights installed in her residence.
Susquehanna - Dr. F. A. Goodwin, age 61, for many years coroner of Broome county, died in the Binghamton City Hospital. Dr. Goodwin was a former resident of Susquehanna, and it was through his efforts that the Barnes Memorial Hospital was established in that place. He was surgeon for the Erie Railroad during his residence in Susquehanna.
New Milford - While there are a number of typhoid fever patients still confined to their beds, all are apparently convalescent and the epidemic may be considered practically over. There are three state nurses and six Red Cross nurses still doing nursing in the town and nearby territory. A laboratory on wheels is stationed here and will remain until the typhoid fever patients are well recovered, making blood tests and such other tests as needed.
Montrose - At a special meeting of the Montrose borough council, it was decided not to levy the two mill tax authorized by court for the purpose of buying a pumper engine for fire-fighting. It has been found that the water pipes of the borough, which were largely laid about 35 years ago, are so corroded that insufficient water passes through them to supply a pumper with water enough to give a high pressure. As it is impossible to meet the underwriters demands in this respect, it is useless to purchase an engine, as there would be no lessening of fire insurance unless the pressure demanded could be maintained.
South Auburn - An item in a city newspaper, recalling a remarkable length of years at the blacksmith business, brings to mind the octogenerian, Peter Benninger. The venerable Mr. Benninger served in the War of the Rebellion from 1862 to 1865 and saw much active service. Following his discharge, in 1865, he came to South Auburn, walking from Tunkhannock through virgin forest and has ever since been in the active blacksmith business over at that place, it now being over 60 years. Mr. Benninger is now 84 years of age.
Auburn Center - There is a bad mud hole near the residence of Mr. Donlin, on the old Kintner place, and every car and even teams have to be hauled from it. There is considerable complaint about this place and the state should see that this is remedied.
Forest City - Martin Gerchman, formerly of this place and now of Binghamton, this week purchased a new Hupmobile Six sedan of Hornbeck Bros. Mr. Gerchman has been a Hup driver and booster for several years.
Brooklyn - The Vocational High School observed Arbor Day with appropriate exercises on Friday, April 23, and the planting of an American elm tree on the east of the school grounds.
Birchardville - Flag raising exercises were held at the Hamlin school and a pole, fifty feet high, was raised on which a handsome flag was placed. The children sang patriotic songs. After the exercises ice cream and cake were served.
Clifford - Those who are putting improvements on their buildings this spring are Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Hasbrouck, redecorating their rooms inside; Ayres Bros. have a new front on their store; E. E. Finn’s, a new sun parlor; P. A. Rivenburg commences this week to make changes in his house; Wallace McAlla has a new addition on his home.
Dimock - Allan Very, of Fairdale, is a new employee of Mr. Cope, on the Woodbourne farm.
Thompson - Mrs. J. D. Miller was run down by an automobile. She was picked up unconscious. Medical help was procured and found that she sustained a deep cut in the back of her head and several severe bruises. However, she soon rallied and her injuries proved otherwise to be of a serious nature. She was soon able to be out again.
Revolutionary War Honor Roll: CAPT. HAZARD POWERS. “He was a captain on Merchant Craft for many years, sailing from New York and New London to the West Indies, and from New York to Europe. His vessel was The Hope.” In Waterford, Conn., on March 30, 1789, he married Hannah Rogers, and they came from Wyndham county, Conn., to Susquehanna county in 1812. He died in Gibson township, March 7, 1831. His wife died February, 1845. DAVID OLMSTEAD. Came from Norwalk, Conn., as early as 1802 and settled in Jessup township. Was a soldier of the Revolution in the Northern campaign, under General Gates., also with Washington in his retreat from New York, and at Ticonderoga. JOSEPH McKUNE. Came to Oakland township in 1810 and settled near the burying ground where he died in 1851. It was on this farm that Joe Smith made the translation of his Morman Bible. His son, Joseph, Jr., came to that farm in 1832. He had other sons—Robert, Joshua, Charles, William, and five daughters.
News Briefs: A statistician attempts to prove, with figures, that horses cause more accidents. We are not so sure. But we do know the old horse and buggy still have one argument in their favor. When a young man is talking to his sweetheart, riding in an automobile, he can’t wrap the reins around the whip-socket and devote all his attention to her. ALSO To discourage whispering, a rule has been adopted in the schools of Meshoppen, Wyoming county, the pupils caught whispering must come up front and stand there until he or she sees someone else whispering. The rule is said to be effective.
“200 Years Ago from the Montrose Register, April 28, 1826.
PROPOSALS for Publishing by Subscription, A new weekly Paper, in the village of Dundaff. For the counties of Susquehanna, Luzerne, Wayne and Pike—to be printed on good paper (medium sheet) and type, and charged to subscribers, at two dollars per annum, exclusive of postage, payable within the year, when most convenient to the patrons.
37 & 1/2 Cents Cash, or five quarts of good rectified WHISKEY, will be given per bushel for RYE, delivered at late the store of Herrick & Fordham. Allowance will be made to those who bring large quantities of grain. C. FORDHAM, April 7, 1826.
Look for yourselves. M. S. WILSON, has received a new supply of Goods which to his former stock makes an excellent assortment of DRY GOODS, GROCERIES, HARDWARE, HOLLOW-WARE, CROCKERY, &. SOLE & UPPER LEATHER, SALT, &/C. Kept on hand. To be sold Cheap for CASH.