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.

Montrose - The funeral of Ellery E. Corwin was one of the largest attended ever held in Montrose. He stood at the head of his class and last spring was voted as the classmates choice, in a contest held by the American Legion, in which the points considered to win a bronze medal were courage, loyalty, service, scholarship and leadership. A member of the Boy Scouts and Taylor’s Band, he was active in local affairs and widely popular. The bearers to the Montrose Cemetery were: Fred Magee, Arthur Wheaton, Elwood Hinds, Merritt Estus and Walter Gregory. Ellery was a drowning victim at Forest Lake, last Wednesday.

Elk Lake - Camp Alden, on the west shore of Elk Lake, the summer camp of Montrose Boy Scouts, opened Monday morning with an enrollment of 24 members. An advance party was in charge of Ass’t. Scout Master, Robert Wood, who pitched all tents and placed the grounds in readiness for the arrival of the troop. Gilbert Seeley is the Scout Master who runs the camp in military style. ALSO Daniel Rosencrant’s house burned to the ground on Saturday. Their son had just returned from the hospital, after being badly shot.

Herrick Center - Chicken thieves became so numerous in this vicinity that poultrymen had to “sit up nights” with their flocks to keep light-fingered gentry from removing the stock. Henry and Arthur Corey were those who wished to keep their feathered fowls. Henry pitched a tent alongside of his hennery and Arthur rigged up a shotgun in an ingenious manner, so that when his chicken house door was opened, at night, the gun would be discharged. The brothers live not far apart. A few nights ago, Henry, sleeping light, heard an automobile pass at an unseemly hour. While still dozing he heard the old shotgun on his brother’s place “beller forth.” Henry leaped into his Henry [automobile] and broke all speed records getting to his brother’s farm. In the dim light of the paling moon he decried a misty form climbing into a car. Hot on his track he chased the would-be poultry fancier towards Forest City. Near Stillwater he got close enough to get the number on the machine ahead. Constable Ira Curtin then got busy and it was learned that the license of the car tallied with Harry Crandall, of Susquehanna. Crandall is said to have lived in four other places in as many months. He was committed to the county jail, failing to procure bail.

Dimock - A detached spring in the steering wheel loosened and the car, operated by Ernest Green, collided with a tree. Mrs. Green, Mr. James Greenwood & daughter, Florence, were badly bruised and cut. Mrs. Greenwood escaped without injury. Mark Lake, who passed soon after the accident, brought the party to Montrose. The car, which was badly damaged, was later towed in for repairs.

Clifford - Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Finn and Mrs. I. O. Finn attended the Potter reunion at New Milford. Over 100 were served a fine dinner by the Presbyterian Ladies. Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Potter and daughter, Miss Mary, of Jackson, also attended.

Springville - Now that haying and the rush of farm work is over the Building Committee, of the Baptist church, will soon begin work.

New Milford - Miss Viola VanCott has gone to Kirby, Wyoming, where she will teach school this coming year.

Birchardville - Corn roasts are popular just now and a very enjoyable one was held at D. Fred Birchard’s to celebrate Miss Lena Ball’s birthday. Music and games were played after the good food was eaten.

Lawsville - John Perkins has operated a farm in Liberty Twp. the past five years, coming from New Jersey. He likes the country but thinks the roads of this section are far behind those of New Jersey.

Choconut - The hail storm that hit this section Wednesday did severe damage along the Choconut creek.

Rush - Dr. and Mrs. B. H. McKeeby, from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, have been visiting relatives in Binghamton, Scranton, Montrose and Rush. They were formerly from Rush, being born there. Mrs. McKeeby, with her four sisters, Mrs. D. C. Darrow, Mrs. Wm. Hendershot, Mrs. E. J. Hay and Mrs. Jesse Bunnell, met at the home of the last one mentioned, in Rush. [Dr. Byron H. McKeeby (1867-1950) was the (farmer) model for Grant Wood’s famous painting, “American Gothic.” He was also Wood’s dentist. Nan Wood Graham, the woman to McKeeby’s left, was Wood’s sister.]

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - Kate Cruise came near having a serious accident last Saturday. The tongue of the horse rake broke, letting her down behind the horses, and she was dragged over 100 feet by the teeth of the rake. She was bruised quite badly.

Forest City - It is expected that the new Freedman theatre will open on Labor Day, Sept. 7th. In a letter from Pat O’Malley, who received an invitation, he wrote the following: “Your letter of July 29th on hand and I sure am sorry to inform you that I am going to be unable to be in Forest City around September 7th. I am making a picture now for Universal, which will probably keep me busy for another two months. I surely wish you a lot of luck on the venture, and I want you, as a good friend of mine, to personally tell everyone you can how much I regret not being able to accept your invitation. Tell them that there is only one Forest City, and I am “for it” the rest of my life. Best regards to all the boys. Cordially, Pat O’Malley.”

Fiddle Lake - At the Boy Scouts’ field day, Miss Kathryn Burns won the race for being the fastest girl runner. For her prize she received a very nice autograph album.

“200 Years Ago,” from the Susquehanna County Republicanand the Montrose Gazette, August 27, 1825.

DIED - On Wednesday, the [unclear 13th or 18th] inst., MRS. SARAH BULLOCK, wife of Mr. John Bullock, of Springville, aged 36 years. The deceased left a husband and nine children to lament her demise. She bore her sickness for about two weeks with christian fortitude and patience, without a single murmur, and with a humble resignation to the will of God, looking forward with the full assurance of a blessed immortality beyond the grave.

DIED - At New Milford, on the 17th inst., ELIZABETH WEBB, daughter of Doct. L. W. Bingham, aged three years.

DIED - At Lawsville, on the 20th inst., MRS. CHARLOTTE UPSON, consort of Mr. Allen Upson, aged 36.

DIED - In this borough [Montrose], on Saturday last, WILLIAM STEPHENS, aged about 16 years.

DIED - In Wilkesbarre, on Sunday the 14th inst., at the residence of his father-in-law, Gen. Wm. Ross, SAMUEL MAFFET, Esq., establisher and for the space of 15 years, editor of the Susquehanna Democrat, [of Wilkes-Barre] aged about 36 years.

Jail Breaking Attempt Is Frustrated - What is believed to be an attempt to escape, on the part of three young men in the county jail, charged with murder, was uncovered. Two revolvers were picked up in the jail yard, together with 78 cartridges, which were wrapped in two handkerchiefs. They bore the appearance of having been tossed over the yard wall by outside confederates. The weapons were picked up by Leonard Slaughter, a prisoner, and he turned them over to Sheriff McLaughlin. Suspecting that there might be an attempt to break jail, the sheriff conducted a rigid search of all the cells where the prisoners were confined. In the mattress on the cot occupied by Mike Turano, one of the three charged with the murder, [of Burns Lyon] a rope, 19 feet in length, looped at one end, was found. It is the theory of the sheriff that Turano and his pals had planned to use the revolvers in shooting their way out of the jail, and the rope was adaptable to scaling the yard wall, which is about eighteen feet high. The closest watch is being maintained on the suspected murderers as a result of these finds.

Dimock - The new addition to the school building was started Monday, when the first ground was broken by men with teams, who contributed their work toward helping along the plan of enlarging and bettering the school building. In order to maintain a four-year high school, it was necessary to build an addition, as the building, in its present state, is only large enough for a three-year high school. J. A. Tingley has kindly contributed nearly an acre of land, thus helping the new project along. Mr. Whipple, of Laceyville, was present to oversee the work.

Alford - Joe Smith and wife attended the K. K. K. parade and fireworks, at Dalton, Saturday night.

Montrose - A good-sized audience greeted the Blanton Male Quartet, of Denmark, S. C., at the Library. The quartet blended most harmoniously in rendering Negro melodies and spirituals. This group is well-known to F. R. Cope, president of the library. [His family was instrumental in supporting the Penn School at St. Helena’s Island, S. C., now a National Historic Landmark.] ALSO Frank Everson and G. L. Tompkins, of Harford, driving a horse, went to Dimock on Saturday to attend the camp meeting. They made Montrose in three hours—slow for an auto, but stepping right along for a horse. Twenty-five years ago the boys would have said, “By George, she’s a stepper.” ALSO Ambrose S. Payne, Montrose’s veteran painter, has been adding to the number of Montrose’s white homes, having just completed painting the residences of Fred W. Hart and Mrs. Annie Jenkins, on Grow avenue. Mr. Payne’s sons, Stewart and Bruce, are now both swinging the bushes with their father.

Hallstead - Two automobiles dropped off the ferry during the weekend. The proprietor, C. R. Stone, claims that the accidents in both cases were due to faulty brakes and inexperienced drivers. Saturday afternoon a car containing two men, two women and two children, dropped into the drink, but other than wetting the occupants and giving them a fright, no damage was done. The car slid off when the ferry got under way, dropping off the “apron.” Sunday morning an unlicensed driver allowed his car to slip off, when the ferry started up, and the brakes on his car failed to hold.

Susquehanna - Hon. George A. Post, of New York, is making his annual visit to his old home town. Mr. Post was mayor of Susquehanna and represented this district in Congress. He spent the day about town, renewing old acquaintances.

Springville - Hugh C. Lott, of the Pennsylvania Department of Forestry, whose headquarters are at Pottsville, came up to spend the weekend with his mother, Mrs. E. W. Lott.

Rush - Mrs. Mabel Rose, of Texas, is visiting her father, S. B. McCain.

Forest City - Just as the constant drop of water will wear away a stone, so the constant traffic, combined with the work of the elements, will destroy the smoothness of a dirt road, no matter how well built, if no attention is given it. The state road from Forest City to Herrick this spring was a joy to the users and road foreman, Curtis, took pardonable pride in it. The grueling traffic, with the heavy rains, has, however, worn it down. No more smooth cushiony ride.

Whence Came The Name “Keystone.” - The Philadelphia Evening Telegraph writes: “We notice a foolish error giving the rounds of the press regarding the appellation “The Keystone State” and how Pennsylvania came to be so called. It would be an endless task to attempt to correct all the stupid mistakes made by newspapers, but this error concerns Pennsylvanians direct. The name was derived from the circumstance that Pennsylvania cast the deciding vote on the question of America’s independence. The delegations from all the colonies, except one member from Pennsylvania, had voted and it was equally divided. Upon this single vote, then depended the entire question of issuing the Declaration of Independence. The name of the delegate upon whom so much depended was John Morton, and it is a name that should never be forgotten. John Morton voted “Aye” and the deed was done. Thus Pennsylvania, by giving the casting vote, settled that question and from that circumstance she received the name of “The Keystone State”—the thirteenth state—the block of the arch.

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.

Thompson - A tragic fate befell Mr. and Mrs. Ross Gillett, Thursday night, when both were instantly killed on the D. & H. crossing, within sight of their home The aged coupe were driving in a closed carriage to the Chautauqua tent, a heavy shower being in progress. They waited at the crossing to permit a southbound train to pass and as they drove on the tracks, another train, from the opposite direction, struck them. Both were instantly killed, as was the horse he was driving, and the carriage demolished. The engineer of the freight train saw them, but too late to prevent an accident. He stopped his train and another train, southbound, also stopped to render assistance, but both aged people were dead. The bodies were taken to their home nearby. All of their married life was spent on the farm in Thompson, where they went as newly wedded young people. Six sons were born to them.

Montrose - Chief of Police A. J. Tingley, who suffered a fractured skull nearly two weeks ago, took a decided change for the better and the outlook now is for his steady recovery. Up until that time his mind had been hazy and he was delirious at times, but his brain cleared up and he is apparently well on the way to complete health. ALSO The Community Band will give a concert on Monument Square, Friday evening. The public is invited to come out and hear them. In connection with this concert, as with concerts at fairs, a friend of the musicians suggests that if you appreciate music and are in its neighborhood, applaud the players once in a while. The band then knows you enjoy their playing.

Gibson - Don’t forget the Home-Coming Day, Aug. 29. Everybody who has ever resided in this place is to be there.

Jackson - The Daughters of Civil War Veterans, also Grand Daughters and Great Grand Daughters, will meet in the I. O. O. F. Hall, Aug. 22nd. ALSO The annual reunion of the Benson family will be held in the M. E. Church, Aug. 25.

West Harford - The [Soldiers’] Orphan School reunion, held on the old school grounds, was well attended on Saturday.

Franklin Township - Charles Weber and his son, Frederick, drove up from Glenwood Landing, L. I., last week, to visit their former neighbor, Henry Wiggins, who purchased the Blowers farm in this place about 7 months ago. The Webers liked this country so well that they decided to buy a place and selected the Mark Williams farm. When they move here in October, the Webers and Wiggins will again be neighbors.

Susquehanna - Dr. H. D. Washburn, at the Barnes Hospital, amputated the left arm of 13 year-old Gardner Hobbs. A transfusion of blood was given by his sister, who volunteered to do so, and his condition much improved. The boy was accidentally shot while hunting woodchucks on his father’s farm. Shock from the accident which befell her son, no doubt hastened the death of Mrs. Ira Hobbs. She had been ill with diabetes for some time, and when her son, Herman, 21 years old, was badly injured, the shock was too much for the mother to withstand. The boy is improving, although gangrene developed in the chest, where the charge made a flesh wound. He has not been told of his mother’s death on account of his serious condition. [Another article on the accident, and mother’s death, gave a different name and age of the son.]

Welsh Hill, Clifford Twp. - An open-air Klan meeting was held on the school campus and adjoining field. The intense darkness, the burning markers, letters and crosses, together with the robed figures, caused a weird sensation to some of the spectators. The rolling thunder and the lightning flashes broke up the gathering.

Forest City - Jack Hart, 81 years old, of the state of Washington, is out after a purse of $20,000. The conditions to win are that he must travel 20,000 miles in two years, traveling with horse and wagon, and report at the capitol of each state in the union. He is not allowed to travel more than nine hours each day. He has covered 17,000 miles and expects to cover the remaining 3,000 miles in three months, thus winning the coveted purse four months under the specified time. He is still driving the horse he started with. He visited Forest City two years ago on a wager of $5,000 that he could travel 10,000 miles with a horse in one year. He won the money with just two hours to spare and as a bonus was given a tract of 340 acres of land in Washington.

Drowning Fatality at Forest Lake: A drowning accident occurred at Forest Lake, Ellery Corwin, of Montrose the victim. Ellery and his brother, Edgar, were at the lake swimming near the Hayes cottage when Edgar noticed his brother go under twice and did not reappear. He gave the alarm and several dived for the body, which was in about 6 feet of water. The body was brought to the surface about 20 minutes after he went under, by Harvey Newton. No physician could be secured by telephone and H. E. Walton and others attempted to bring about resuscitation through artificial means. Ellery was about 15 years old and is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Corwin, and two brothers, Delbert and Edgar, and one sister, Evelyn. He had many friends who are deeply saddened by the deplorable tragedy. Many from Montrose went to the lake as soon as the news reached them, offering consolation and assistance to the stricken family.

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna County Republican, Aug. 19, 1825.

MARRIED - In Brooklyn, on Saturday the 13th inst., by Rev. C. R. Marsh, Mr. Wightman, of Ovid, NY to Miss Ann Eliza Jones, late of New York.

MARRIED - In Springville, on Sunday the 14th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Stocking, Capt. Volney Avery, to Miss Eunice Avery, both of Springville.

From the Montrose Gazette, Aug. 19, 1825.

DIED - In Springville, on Thursday the 4th inst., Amos Brownson, aged 55.

Died - On Wednesday, the 10th inst., Latham Hewit, aged 38. The deceased has left a widow and three small children and a large number of friends and acquaintances to lament his death.

Died - In Bridgewater, on Wednesday, the 10th inst., Hannah Snow, daughter of John Snow.

Forest City - James Walker, son of Mr. and Mrs. James J. Walker, is with the United States fleet in Australian waters. The most elaborate receptions are being tendered the fleet, emphasizing the blood relationship of the people of America and Australia. Thousands were conveyed by trains to points of vantage around Port Melbourne, to witness the coming of the big ships. An aerial demonstration was a spectacular feature of the city’s welcome to the visiting ships.

Fair Hill - Minnie and Grace Otis, Frank Strong and sister, made a trip to Tunkhannock last Thursday. On the way home, between Tunkhannock and Russell Hill, they backed off a bank and took the top off their car and broke the wind shield. Frank Strong jumped out, but the rest went down the bank. No one was seriously hurt. They drove the car home by its own power.

Pleasant Valley, Auburn Twp. - Sam Reimel, accompanied by Ray Tyler, of Retta, went to the Huckleberry Mountains, returning home with a good supply of the delicious fruit.

Hallstead - Clayton R. Stone, of this place, has brought suit against C. J. Sebring, of Binghamton, for damages to the extent of $3,000, due to a truck owned by Sebring damaging the Hallstead-Great Bend ferry. The truck, heavily loaded with sugar and salt, is alleged to have passed outside the line on the ferry floats, and the floats broke apart in the center and the truck and contents, together with occupants, nose-dived into the Susquehanna river. The men escaped by swimming and the truck was later hauled out. One float was badly damaged and the large cable broken, the ferry being put out of operation for several days.

Great Bend - The citizens of Great Bend, at a special election, voted in favor of erecting a new high school building. The vote was 145 to 70. It is estimated that a bond issue of $19,000 will provide for the erection and equipping of the new structure.

Forest Lake - The Forest Lake cottagers have formed an organization for the improvement of the lake and its surroundings, which is known as the Forest Lake Cottagers’ Association. H. E. Walton has been elected president, and Earl J. Smith, secretary.

North Jackson - The “Stunt” social, held in the church annex Friday, proved to be a very successful affair. [So what is a “stunt” social of 100 years ago?)

Montrose - Persons desiring to obtain school boys or girls to work for their board while attending the Montrose high school, or boys or girls who desire such places, should notify A. J. Wheaton, Sec’y. ALSO The white lines marking the “stalls” for parking on Public Avenue are somewhat dim, but if drivers will park well within them there will be little reason for accidents. Don’t crowd your neighbor.

Heart Lake - A. E. Goff is the proprietor of Sunny Lane Berry Farm, favorably known for the quality of its small fruits. ALSO Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Sweet and son, John, of Sandusky, O., who are spending their vacation here, are this week occupying the “Klondike” cottage.

West Lenox - The community was shocked to her of the death of Donald Oakley, of Lathrop township. He was well known by the younger set of our neighborhood. The parents and brother and sister have the sympathy of the community

Thompson - A. H. Crosier, with the rapid increase in demands for monument work, has been obliged to secure more help in lettering. Rev. E. C. Layton has undertaken the work of learning the art under Mr. Crosier’s letterer, Mr. Schneider, who is a very efficient teacher and thus far Mr. Layton has proved himself quite adept at the business, insomuch that he is now an assistant in the work. ALSO Thompson is to have a new dentist in the person of Dr. Hallstead, of Binghamton. The family will occupy the house in North Thompson, owned by Mrs. Cynthia Hubbard, formerly known as the Lewis farm house.

Deserves Better Memorial: In the country cemetery may be found strange inscriptions as one wanders about the plots where the “forefathers of the hamlet sleep.” I was impressed the other day by a marble shaft in the Montrose graveyard which told of Dan A. McCracken, who was “the first man in Susquehanna county to enlist in the service of his country in the late war.” Since that stone was erected the United States has been engaged in two wars. Of course McCracken was a veteran of the Civil War. He returned home in 1864 and lived ten years. But died at the age of 31 when still a young man. As this young hero was only 21 at the close of the war, after serving four years, he must have enlisted when but 17. From records it is evident this boy was the ideal type of a patriotic young American citizen, and it seems to me that as the first soldier to enlist in the Civil War he is deserving of a more suitable monument than the one which marks his last resting place. From The Scrantonian. [Daniel McCracken mustered in to Co. H., 4th PA Reserves, June 20, 1861; he transferred to 54th Pa Volunteers; was a prisoner 4 months; discharged May 31, 1865.]

Revaccination for smallpox: Dr. F. S. Birchard, County Medical Director, has been notified by the State Secretary of Health, that the following County Physicians have been appointed as official deputies to revaccinate, free of charge, school children who have undergone two or more unsuccessful attempts at vaccination against smallpox. The appointees are: Dr, H. M. Fry, Rush; Dr. A. E. Snyder, New Milford; Dr. W. J. Condon, Susquehanna.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Gazette, July 29, 1925.

To Appease Hunger - R. Summer, surgeon of Liverpool, recommends that persons at sea, without food, as is often the case when on a wreck, or in a small boat at the mercy of the waves, or, in any other situation of starvation, to irritate the fauces (tickle the throat internally with the finger or a feather) in order to produce vomiting, and thereby throw up the gastric juice which causes the cessation of hunger—to repeat the operation as often as the sensation of hunger returns. Mr. Summer thinks that by this means life may be preserved for a much longer period than it could be by permitting the sensations of hunger to continue.

Not. Warner Hayden wishes to inform the public that he continues to carry on the Saddle and Harness Making Business, at his old Stand in New Milford. Having just returned from N. York with an elegant assortment of HARDWARE TRIMMINGS, etc., he can furnish work of almost any description, in his line of business, on very reasonable terms. A general assortment kept constantly on hand. N. B. Cattle, Horses, Sheep, and Wool, will be taken in payment at a liberal price—or a credit of one year for CASH.

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.

Clifford/Montrose - George Simpson, aged 84 years, a veteran of the Civil War, passed away at his home, Sept. 1, 1925. Mr. Simpson had been in failing health for many months. He was a native of England, where he was born, but came to this county in 1845 with his parents when a child of four years. They located at Archbald and afterwards at Dimock. When the war occurred he enlisted in Co. B, 143d Regiment, and served four years. At the conclusion of the war he located in Clifford Twp. and followed the occupation of wagon making. He later moved to Tunkhannock and seven years ago came to Montrose. Besides his wife, one daughter, Mrs. James Scott, of Montrose, and two sons survive—Robert, city engineer of Columbus, Ohio, and Prof. F. M. Simpson, of Lewisburg, Pa., head of the Dept. of Physics, Bucknell University.

Montrose - The directors of the Bible Conference have decided to erect a large dining room, kitchen, dormitory and sleeping rooms on the plot of land east of Torrey Lodge. It is expected the new two story building will cost about $15,000. The dining room and kitchen will be located on the first floor and it will be so constructed that additions may be erected as needed.

West Harford - On Wednesday, Aug. 19, The Glenn McDonald family, Grace VanGorder, Clara Leach and Teddy Brown went to East Lake to spend the remainder of the week camping at Mr. Brown’s cottage. On Thursday, Grace and Teddy quietly rode away to Montrose and were married. News travels fast and within a short time their friends decided to call on them, uninvited, and in the early hours of the evening a merry crowd silently surrounded their home, and soon they were serenaded with the sweet music of tin pans, horns and other musical instruments. After a short while Mr. Brown appeared and all were invited in and a very pleasant evening was spent by all. [This is what is commonly known in the 19th and early 20th century as a “Shivaree,” traditional hazing of newly weds.]

Bridgewater Twp. - Henry A. Welch is the champion local fisherman in this locality. One morning he pulled a wall-eyed pike from Lake Montrose which weighed 6 1/2 pounds. This is the largest fish recorded for the summer.

Brooklyn - The Girl Scout Camp at Ely Lake has been turned into an officers’ training camp this week. Leaders, councillors and older members in Girl Scout work are being instructed in various methods of nature study, astronomy and forestry. The camp this summer has been exceptionally successful and many hundreds of Girl Scouts from the region of Scranton have spent enjoyable vacations there. ALSO Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Palmer have gone to Iowa, where Mr. Palmer expects to take a course in chiropractic.

Silver Lake - The 100th anniversary of the building of St. Augustine’s church will be observed on Labor Day. A Pontifical High Mass will be said at 10 a.m., a basket picnic at noon and later in the day there will be dancing. Bishop Hoban and Rt. Rev. A. J. Brennan, of Scranton, will probably participate in the ceremonies of the day, a feature of which will be the opening of the cornerstone.

Gelatt, Gibson Twp. - The Denney reunion, which was held at the Gelatt Grange Hall, had nearly 200 attendees. ALSO More than 300 people attended the “Home Coming Day” in Gibson. The Thompson band furnished music, and all enjoyed the day and voted to come again next year.

Lawton - School opened at Rush with D. C. Snyder as principal; A. Seldon Butler, assistant; Esther G. Bunnell, seventh and eighth grades; Christie A. Curran, fourth, fifth and sixth grades; Miss Ruth Haney, first, second and third grades.

Fairdale - School began in Jessup Twp. the first of the week, with the following teachers: McKeeby Hill, Mary Tyler; Bolles, Myrtle Very; Griffis, Zylpha VanDyke; Dewitt, Glen Cronk, and Fairdale, Israel Sivers.

New Milford - Most everyone enjoyed the K. K. K. parade and meeting, Friday evening.

Forest City - Grand Opening of the Freidman Theatre, Monday, Sept 7th. Our own Pat O’Malley in “The Teaser,” the big comedy hit of the year. ALSO The seventh suspension in anthracite coal mining in 25 years became effective when the membership of the United Mine Workers of America officially suspended operations in response to a call by President Lewis issued last week. Early in the day miners removed their tents and when the hour of suspension arrived only the men detailed to protect the mines were around the workings. There is a feeling that the struggle will be a long one.

Thompson - James Burns is looking anxiously at his coal pockets hoping that everyone will fill up their bins before winter, before it is too late. He has a nice lot of coal now.

Elkdale - A goodly number were present at the Lee reunion on Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. McAlla.

Uniondale - Last week Ed. Reynolds helped his old friends at Welsh Hill in their threshing. Ed stood the dust where others failed.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Gazette, Sept. 3, 1825.

MARRIED - In this borough on Thursday the 25th ult., by Rev. B. Baldwin, Mr. Mason S. Wilson to Miss Mary Sayre.

DIED - In this borough on Friday last, Michael M’Leroy.

Died - In this township [Bridgewater] on Tuesday, the 30th ult., John Crocker, aged about 22 years.

NOTICE - As I hate to be interrogated, I have thought proper to take this method of informing my friends (and enemies also) that, for reasons which to me appear sufficient, I have separated from my wife, Julia Ann, forever and ever; I will pay no debts of her contracting after this date. Should any persons feel desirous to know more than what I have here communicated, I would refer them to some of my neighbors who know more about the matter than I do. SAMUEL WESTON, Brooklyn, Aug. 1st, 1825.

Some Recipes:

Diet Bread - One pound of flour, one of sugar, nine eggs, leaving out some of the whites, a little mace and rose water.

A Light Cake to Bake in Cups - One and a half pounds of sugar, half a pound of butter rubbed into two pounds of flour, one glass of wine, one of rose water, eight eggs, and half a nutmeg.

Pound Cake - Three eggs, nine spoons full of butter, three of sugar, and three hands full of flour.

Dough Cake - Two coffee cups of dough, two of sugar, and one and a half of butter, eight eggs, two tea spoons full of pearlash, wine and plums; add very little flour.

NOTE: Last week, Sarah Bullock’s death date was in 1825, not 1824.

Great Bend - Hasbrook Hill, a mile east of this place, which has been the terror of motorists traveling between Oakland, Susquehanna and Great Bend, will be anything but dangerous when the new concrete road is completed. The plan calls for a change at a point where the bridge crosses the brook at the foot of the hill. By widening the road at the point and cutting off about 15 ft. of the hill, and swinging toward the Jackson home at the top of the hill, “Old Hasbrook” will be forgotten. The new road will run close to the side of the house at the top of the hill. Other dangerous curves and places will be eliminated by the new road.

Montrose - Chief of police Tingley was badly injured while attempting to arrest several men who were driving without lights. The car passed through town and he called for them to stop. As the car continued on in the direction of Fairdale, the chief directed Victor Parks to follow them in his car. Parks succeeded in passing the car near the Faron farm and swung the machine across the road. Chief Tingley, not waiting for the car to come to a complete stop, stepped off to intercept the fugitives. Not gauging the speed of Parks’ car, he was thrown to the pave, on his head. The men in the approaching machine helped get the unconscious officer into Parks’ car and then drove on, but not without Parks getting their license number. Tingley was taken to his home and for several days was in a precarious condition. His condition has now improved and recovery is hopeful. The license plate was traced to two men from Binghamton, but the ownership of the car is not vested in these parties, they having sold it without a formal legal transfer and now the former owners are liable under NY state laws. ALSO The 17th annual Bible Conference is generally regarded as the best all around conference ever held here. The speakers were among the very best, while the interest in the meetings was manifestly great throughout. The attendance for Sunday was around 2,000, with the average daily attendance of 500.

Lake Carey - Howard Clark was exhibiting a lot of Indian arrowheads, found while excavating for the bungalow of J. W. Oliver at Lake Carey. More than a hundred specimens have been found, and a pestle, in a fairly good state of preservation. Indications are that this was a favorite camping ground of the Indians in the days when they inhabited this section.

Silver Lake - John R. Titman has a contract to convey a truckload of canoes from Tunkhannock to Silver Lake. Camps Red Cloud and Red Wing, composed of 200 boys and one hundred girls, are spending the summer at the lake and also taking trips down the Susquehanna. When they reach Tunkhannock the youngsters return by train while the canoes are transported by truck.

Brooklyn - Daniel Westbrook, an aged resident of this township, passed away on Friday at his home in Lindaville.

Franklin Forks - A hard shower passed over this place Sunday, the heaviest rain we have had for years, laying buckwheat and corn flat.

Birchardville - The funeral of Mrs. Wakeman Small, which was held at the home her father, C. C. Burr, was largely attended. The many beautiful flowers which covered the casket showed a the love of her many friends. ALSO A number from here attended the Stone reunion and reported a fine time and good attendance.

Dimock - Many from here attended the county picnic at Harford, at which time the Dimock base ball team defeated the Harford team, 6 to 4. It was an interesting game as both teams were quite evenly matched. A game of ball will be played on the Dimock diamond, Saturday, Aug. 16, when a team from [Dixon] Dickson City will play the Dimock team.

Lawsville - County Agent Miller attended the meeting of the Grange and explained the Rural Book Fund, the purpose of which is to equip and maintain the county library book wagon. For the literary program the Worthy Lecturer read a very interesting description of the Scopes Evolution trial, at Dayton, Tenn.

Auburn Center - Fifty of the descendants of Sally LaFrance, held their second reunion at the home of L. B. Pierson. Only two members were absent.

Gibson Twp. - The old farm house on the George Hayden farm, between South Gibson and Gelatt, burned to the ground with most of the contents. The fire started from a defective chimney. Help arrived in time to report the fire to neighbors and remove some furniture belonging to the former owner, Geo. Hayden. Mr. Hayden sold the farm to Mr. John Hendricks. The house, on what is known as the old Henry Howell farm, was a landmark, being nearly a hundred years old and was well built

Clifford - The Community Sunday School picnic was held at Crystal Lake. Races and games were the amusements in the afternoon, while some went in bathing.

Rush - It is reported that Clinton Bennett, of Rushville, has been hired as steward at the Auburn & Rush poor farm.

South Montrose - The coat hanger factory is at present employing about 90 hands for the manufacturing of their celebrated coat and garment hangers.

Forest City - The case of the Commonwealth vs. Michael Turano, Richard Wagner and Walter Kupas, indicted jointly for the murder of Burns Lyons, of Uniondale, has been continued to the November term of court. This was made necessary by the injury of Chief of Police A. J. Tingley and the illness of George H. Reynolds, of Uniondale.

Susquehanna - Thomas Coughlin, aged 35, of Susquehanna, was killed and several others had narrow escapes, when a tire blew out on the car in which they were riding, on a curve between Dundaff and Clifford, at 11 o’clock last night.

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna County Republican, Aug. 2, 1825.

JUST PUBLISHED - ENGLISH GRAMMAR. In familiar Lectures, accompanied by a Compendium. In this work all the most important principles of grammar are so clearly illustrated, that any student totally unacquainted with the subject, can, by perusing the Lectures attentively, acquire, in a short time, a complete knowledge of this noble and highly useful science without the assistance of a teacher. This system is also adapted to the use of schools; and the great facilities it proffers, are calculated very much to lessen the labour of the instructor. This valuable work is for sale by J. & B. R. LYONS, Montrose.

Auburn Corners - The C. J. O’Connell general store was burned to the ground, together with its contents, on Monday afternoon. The store is one of the old landmarks of the place, having been erected by the late Hon. DeWitt C. Titman in 1881, following a fire which destroyed the building in which he and the late Principal B. E. James were conducting business. Mrs. O’Connell was in the building at the time, with her son, a boy of about 12 years. Mr. O’Connell was on business at Auburn Center, a few miles distant. When she discovered the flames, they had already communicated to the second floor, and aid summoned from nearby was powerless to save anything, including stock and household goods. Mr. O’Connell purchased the store about four years ago from E. P. Kinney, who acquired it from the late Clark E. Voss. The store is located on the corner opposite the Bunnell store and has for years been a prominent trading center. ALSO Josiah O. Fuller, a veteran of the Civil War, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Giles Seeley, near Fairdale, July 20th, aged 83 years. During the war, Mr. Fuller was a member of Co. C, 203rd Regiment, PA Volunteers, and was with his regiment when Fort Fisher fell into the hands of the Union forces, his regiment taking a leading part in the memorable battle. The deceased was for many years a resident of West Auburn. Interment was made in the Lacey Street cemetery.

Gelatt - Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Risley and daughters, Ila and Iola, and son, Charles, of Lawsville, had a narrow escape in going up the hill near the post office at this place. Mr. Risley, the driver of the car, intending to change gears, stalled the car, then backing down, tending to back on the bridge, missed it and backed over the embankment into the creek, smashing the top of the car and other parts. Mr. Risely sustained bruises about the head and one broken rib, and the rest escaped with only a few bruises. They left their car in the garage here and were taken home by Leroy Burman.

West Bridgewater - Caleb Bush, age 90, formerly of this place, died in Binghamton at the home of his daughter. Mr. Bush was the last grandchild of Caleb Bush, a Revolutionary soldier, who came to Bridgewater, from Connecticut, in 1809, and settled on the Caleb Carmalt Tract. Mr. Bush spent most of his life on the farm on which he was born. His cheerful disposition and high sense of humor made him many friends. He is buried beside his wife in the family burial place on the homestead farm.

East Bridgewater - John Decker has sold his farm to Ilko Benio, who will move to the farm from the vicinity of Scranton. This farm was formerly the James Gardner property.

Dimock Twp. - I wish to thank the many kind friends and neighbors who so generously kept my room filled with flowers, fruits and candies, during those six long weeks I was confined to my bed. Also, the kind, good barber, Albert Miller, whose friendly calls every Sunday morning, with razor and tonic, will never be forgotten. Last, but not least, the county nurse, Mrs. Sturdevant, whose calls and suggestions surely brought relief to my aching bones. HARMAN A. STONE.

Brooklyn - David I. Kinney, an aged and respected resident, passed away July 18. The funeral was held at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. F. Doran. Mr. Kinney was 89 years old. His health had been feeble for some time. Heart trouble and hardening of the arteries was his affliction.

Hop Bottom - The ladies of the Universalist Aid will hold a cake and apron sale at the store of Mr. Janaushek on July 25. ALSO Book Club, No. 2, was entertained by Mrs. Effie Hardy. Book Club, No. 1, at the Loomis Lake home of Mrs. E. M. Loomis, met on Thursday.

Brackney - Editor Harry Gardner, of the Tunkhannock Democrat,pays the following deserved compliment to Camp Susquehannock and its manager: “Camp Susquehannock’s team is made up of gentlemen, and the manager, ‘King’ Shafer, is one of nature’s noblemen. Tunkhannock can afford to lose to a bunch of fellows like those composing the camp, but we don’t intend to.”

Franklin Forks - The golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Lilley was celebrated, with over 200 guests present. They received over $100 in gold, some silver and bills and other presents. The bride’s table was beautifully decorated. The band from Endicott was very much enjoyed.

Susquehanna - Old Home Week Celebration came to an end at midnight, last Saturday. The event was sponsored by the Erie Hose Co. to pay $8,000 indebtedness on the new auto fire truck. The Erie Band played, also dancing was enjoyed. All the booths were freely patronized and all articles were disposed of. Proceeds are not yet fully checked up. ALSO W. E. Bennett, contractor, has started work of excavating for the new Susquehanna and Lanesboro concrete road.

Thompson - The Library Book Car will be here Monday, July 27th, from 10 to 12 A. M., in front of the post office. All residents and the surrounding country may borrow a good story, some interesting biography or travel, books on farming, poetry, history, et cetera. All will be found on the shelves of the Book Car. BEULAH K. EVERLY, in charge of Book Car Service. [The Book Car, or Bookmobile, is one of the oldest, if not the oldest, in Pennsylvania, and is still in service.]

Forest City - Lew Flynn, day operator at the Erie office, is on the job again, having spent his vacation in New York city. The “Old Reliable” cannot get along without Lew. He has held down his position for about fifteen years, and is a general favorite with the patrons of the office, and all railroad men.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Gazette, July 22, 1825.

At a meeting of the citizens of Susquehanna county, held at the court house, in Montrose, pursuant to public notice given in the newspapers. It was

Resolved, That JABEZ HYDE, Jun., and Col. FREDERICK BAILEY, be appointed Delegates, to represent this county at the general convention proposed to be held at Harrisburg, the 5th of August next.

Resolved, That Isaac Post, William Jessup, and John M’Kinney, be appointed a committee of correspondence for this county, on subjects relative to internal improvements in this state.

Resolved, That a survey of the proposed canal route from Great Bend to the mouth of Tunkhannock creek, (through the waters of Martin’s and Salt Lick creeks) be procured and delivered to our delegates, previous to the meeting at Harrisburg; and the subscription papers be circulated to collect a sum sufficient to get the expense thereof.

Resolved, That the proceedings of this meeting be signed by the Chairman and Secretaries thereof, and published in the newspapers of this county. PUTNAM CATLIN, Chairman, ISAAC POST, L. W. Bingham, Sec’ys.

MARRIED - On the 12th inst., by Elder Davis Dimock, Mr. James D. Hill, to Miss Lucy Marsh, both of Jackson.