Montrose – The Community Tree plans are already maturing. The Yuletide observance will no doubt be held on Christmas Day. The King’s Daughters will have charge of the joyous affair. Toys and candy for the youngsters are promised and contributions are desired for the family baskets. Music will be a feature of the community program; familiar carols being sung and an interesting program given with the co-operation of the church choirs and singers. ALSO The Ideal Theatre is showing exceptionally interesting pictures. Gloria Swanson in “Manhandled,” (said to be hilarious) and Glen Hunter in “Merton of the Movies,” are among the attractions in the theatre’s announcement today.

Franklin Hill – Two barns, owned by Harry Lawrence and Mrs. Harry Stockholm, near Franklin Forks, were burned early Friday morning, together with their contents, which included hay, grain, farm machinery and live stock. Circumstances surrounding the fires indicate they were of incendiary origin, but no clues to substantiate this claim have been uncovered. The first fire originated shortly after midnight in the Lawrence barn. Neighbors were called from their beds by telephone and assisted in getting out the live stock. A short time after the crowd had left this fire, flames burst out in the Stockholm barn, which was also burned with several head of cattle. The loss in each will probably range from three to four thousand dollars. County officials are investigating the matter.

Clifford – Twins, a son and a daughter, were born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Updyke on Friday, Nov. 14, 1924.

Harford – F. P. Everson has been recovering from a recent nervous breakdown. Mr. Everson, on the advice of a physician, expects to have all of his teeth removed by a local dentist, in hope that his physical condition will be improved. He has lately resigned his position with the state highway department and will act as a caretaker on the Henry Jeffers farm at Kingsley, this winter, resuming his work as supervisor on the Harford township roads next spring.

Susquehanna – A better telephone connection between this place and Montrose is greatly needed. In order to get the county seat over the Bell line it is necessary to go around by Binghamton. There should be at least two different lines between Susquehanna and Montrose. At the present time it is easier to get New York, Chicago or Washington than it is to connect with Montrose.

Jackson – A roast pork supper will be given in the North Jackson M. E. church on Friday evening, Dec. 5th. George V. Larrabee donates all the ‘makings” for this supper, which is to be for the benefit of the church.

Dimock – Mrs. Leo Donohoe spent the past week with her mother, Mrs. Elmer Pickett, at the Robert Packer Hospital, at Sayre, where Mrs. Pickett underwent a serious, yet successful, operation for gall stones. On Mrs. Donohoe’s return, she found her little son, Robert, while coasting down hill on the concrete road at South Montrose, had collided with a car, rendering him unconscious. He was carried to Dr. Birchard, who found the child had sustained a broken collar bone, besides some painful bruises. The little fellow is doing ok.

Uniondale – John Gibson, Jr., is suffering from poisoning, caused by treatment of his teeth. His whole system is poisoned causing much pain.

Forest Lake – W. A. Southwell, wrote about the death of his former friend and fellow soldier, Stanley Warner: “Stanley was a soldier for three years. There were 32 of us from Forest Lake who enlisted in Co. H, 143rdPA Volunteers, under Capt. John C. Morris, of Friendsville. We went out 100 strong. Captain Morris resigned after about one year on account of his health, and M. L. Keenan was captain of the company. Stanley Warner was always ready for duty. Kept himself, arms and equipment in fine shape. He and I were wounded the same day in the Battle of the Wilderness. Captain Keenan was severely wounded and died that night in an ambulance on our way to Fredericksburg. Stanley was one of our color guards in the battle of Gettysburg. The “Johnnies” charged our brigade, killed our color sergeant, Ben Grippen [correct spelling Crippin] and several of the guards took our flag and fell back. We charged them in a hand-to-hand fight, retook our flag, not much left but the staff. The 150th, in our brigade, on our left, lost their colors. They were found in Jeff Davis’ baggage when he was captured. Our brigade lost 75 per cent in killed, wounded and prisoners. I was wounded and taken prisoner. There are only two left of old Co. H, Frank Foster, of California, and myself. Stanley kept his uniform and wore it in 1913, at Gettysburg, during the reunion of the Blue and Gray. A lady wanted to buy one of his buttons. He said, ’No, I would not take a million dollars for one.’ “ One of the Democrat’s editors recalls hearing the late veteran tell of a personal talk he had with General Grant just after one of the big battles of the Civil War, while Mr. Warner was on picket duty. The general conversed with the veteran in a most friendly way in matter-of-fact man-to-man fashion. The chance meeting which Pvt. Warner had with “United States” Grant made the soldier an even more ardent admirer of the great general. [A well-known painting of Sgt. Crippin’s last stand is in the N. Y. Public Library. When Sgt. Crippin fell, the colors were picked up by Sgt. Owen Phillips, of Co. B, who later fell in the Battle of the Wilderness. Owen was from Clifford Twp.]

News Briefs: The towns of Brooklyn and Dimock are soon to be lighted by the Susquehanna County Light & Power Co. Kingsley is also negotiating for electric service. The line to Brooklyn is well under way. ALSO Local students of the Mansfield Normal School, who spent the Thanksgiving Day vacation at their respective homes were: Misses Ethel Ely, Helen Crossen, Frances Harding and Stella Griffis. ALSO James Irving, of Pipestone, Minn., a Sioux, is the first Indian to be elected a probate judge. He won over a white opponent.

200 Years Ago from the Susquehanna County Republican, Dec. 10, 1824.

The Warrant for the execution of Jason Treadwell, who was convicted at the last September court in this county, and sentenced to death for the murder of Oliver Harper, in May last, has been received by the Sheriff. Thursday, the 13th day of January, next, is appointed for the execution. [The execution of Jason Treadwell was the first hanging in Susquehanna County.]

Lenox Twp. – The Government will supply free to any person willing to pay for crating and transporting any number of mule deer that they may order, has encouraged Clarence Pratt and a number of his neighbors to see if there is enough sporting blood in this vicinity to stock a deer park in the vicinity of Pratt’s Hollow. The plan is to secure a tract of land containing some 300 acres that is adapted to the raising and feeding of deer. They propose to organize a company composed of sportsmen and buy the tract, enclose it with a wire fence, and bring in a half carload of deer offered by the Government. The deer are to be protected by the company, and in the hunting season the surplus game are to be shot off, each member of the company having the right to shoot one animal. It is expected that the deer will increase very rapidly. Mr. Pratt and several others have been talking with many of our sportsmen and state that the prospect is meeting with favor.

Gibson – Miss Bessie Senior and Irving Courtright were united in marriage at the home of the bride, Nov. 3, 1924, by Rev. S. D. Clarke. A “horning” was held at the home of Irwin Courtright in honor of the couple. A very enjoyable time was had by all after which they all went to the P. O. S. of A. hall and had a dance. [A “horning” or “shivaree” is otherwise known as a noisy mock serenade by a group of people.] ALSO The Ladies’ Aid will meet at the home of H. H. Davis on Nov. 13. The men are invited to come and cut wood for the church and will be given a free dinner.

Montrose – Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Honeyman gave a supper for the local directors of the Montrose Bible Conference, at Torrey Lodge, demonstrating what had been produced during the past year on about 2½ acres of land. Forty varieties of canned goods have been put up from the season’s products, along with conserves, jellies, pickles, vinegar, boiled cider and grape juice. Large quantities of corn, tomatoes, cabbages, etc., have been sold to the people of the town, yet notwithstanding, about a ton of vegetables have been canned and labeled and made ready for the conferences next summer. In addition, the Honeyman’s took charge of restoring an old and neglected orchard, pruning and spraying the trees and fifteen good varieties of apples have been gathered from them. ALSO W. W. Reynolds’ Department Store offers Krispy-Krust Bread—made clean—clean baked—sold clean. Large loaf, 11 cents.

South Ararat – Clifford Sampson and brother-in-law, Mr. Paddleford, of Binghamton, were here Sunday to see about making their Fiddle Lake cottage secure for the winter. While coming down the hill, near Wm. Starbird’s, the steering gear broke and the car bounded from one side of the road to the other, plunged into the ditch, then up the bank, plowing quite a deep furrow in the ground and stopped. Fortunately no one was hurt. The two men were the only occupants. They went to Burnwood and took the afternoon train for Binghamton and will look after “Lizzie” later on.

Brookdale – The church in this place is being repaired with new concrete steps and new wall paper.

Springville – The basketball men adopted the following rules: 1. No boy shall play basket ball who uses tobacco. 2. No player shall be out later than 10 o’clock the night before a game. 3. No player shall use indecent or profane language. 4. No player shall miss noon practice with out giving the coach a good reason for it. 5. All players shall have an average grade of at least 75 % and a passing grade in at least four subjects.

Pleasant Valley, Auburn Twp. – The patrons of the creamery at Auburn Centre are rejoicing to know that there is to be a new creamery built there to replace the one that burned a few weeks ago. Ralph Place, the manager and his wife, will reside in South Auburn instead of Auburn Centre. We are sorry to lose them.

Dimock – F. L. Muzzy’s two horses were found last Thursday, four miles north of Montrose, after being lost for over a week. ALSO The box social put on by the junior girls at the community building was an entire success. Twenty-five boxes were sold, also ice cream. Sandwiches and cake were provided for those without boxes. Proceeds about $37.

Susquehanna – It is rumored that the shop special, leaving daily at 4:15 p.m., will not run after the first of the year, thus leaving the men a two to three-hour wait until the 6 p.m. flier leaves. As several hundred men from Hallstead, Great Bend and Binghamton work in Susquehanna and ride on the train, it will be very inconvenient and tiresome waiting each day and if this train is discontinued it will work as a detriment to Susquehanna, as well as other places, as no good road connects Susquehanna and Hallstead. On completion of the Conklin yards and shops of the Lackawanna, it is stated that the Lackawanna contemplates running a work train to Hallstead. As the majority of these men working at Susquehanna are skilled men with many years’ experience, owning and operating their own homes, it would leave their places to be filled with less competent help, as the present road between Hallstead and Susquehanna is impassable to motor travel part of the year. The work train, at present, is the only means of reaching home to wash and rest up after a busy day’s work.

Thompson – Emil Pazioni shot a wild cat in Glover’s Swamp, directly back of Larson’s. The animal weighed fifteen pounds.

Forest City – Gasper Ravniker lost more than a wagon load of cabbages from his field on November 9. He offers a reward of $25 for the apprehension and conviction of the parties who stole the cabbages.

Uniondale – Wednesday afternoon the three horses of the Atlantic Oil company became frightened and dashed down the street. The oil tank was upset near the lower railroad crossing causing much damage to wagon and harness. The horses ran for some distance before being halted. No one was injured.

Lackawanna Train Wreck, Verdict Returned In Inquest – The coroner’s jury, which conducted an investigation to place responsibility for the wreck on the Lackawanna railroad near New Milford, when Lackawanna Limited Train, No. 14, crashed into the rear of an eastbound freight train, causing the death of three members of the freight crew, announced its verdict, as follows: Engineer F. H. Sawyer, of Train 14, being unable to discover block signals due to fog and smoke, and members of the crews, consisting of Conductor J. E. Webster, Flagman Clarence E. Woodward, Flagman Fred Decker and Engineer Michael J. Kelly, Jr., failing to cause proper danger signals to be put out to stop Train 14. At the conclusion of the meeting District Attorney E P. Little, of Montrose, said he did not know whether or not criminal charges will be preferred against surviving members of the crew until after he has reviewed the findings of the jury. Engineer Michael J Kelly and Flagman Woodward, who are charged with failure to provide necessary protection, lost their lives in the wreck. Ray Osterhout, Fireman, was also killed.

Auburn Center – The Dairymen’s League Creamery, at this place, was totally destroyed by fire on Oct. 11th. About 5 o’clock smoke and flames were seen pouring from the structure and before anyone could reach the plant the fire was beyond control. Ralph Place, the creamery superintendent, had his dwelling on the second floor over the creamery. An effort was made to save his goods, but the fire had gotten such a start that but little could be saved. Both Mr. Place and his wife and baby were away at the time. Their loss is heavy.

Franklin Forks – Mrs. Aaron Stockholm died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clara Lamson, October 21st. Few women were better known or more beloved in that vicinity than was Mrs. Stockholm, and her loss will be felt not only by her immediate relatives but by old and young alike. Five sons and three daughters survive, plus twenty-nine grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. ALSO B. J. Baker is 92 years old and he has dug 84 bushels of potatoes. Who can beat that?

Ararat – There was a notice in The Wilkes-Barre Record stating that the trustees of Presbytery were authorized to sell the Ararat church. It has since been learned that the church cannot be sold without the consent of the members. The people of Ararat will be glad to know this. The church is dear to many hearts. Many of our dear ones who have passed from earth have been buried from this church. There are many dear associations and memories of former services, which make us glad to retain the church. As the services held in Ararat are really Union services needing the support of all who would not wish to live in a churchless community. It is hoped all the people will rally to the services and so help on the work of uplift, which only the love of God and the faithful, loyal service of His children, can bring. ALSO There will be a dinner served at the home of Mr. Floyd Sartell on election day. Proceeds to go toward the repair of the roof of the Presbyterian church.

South Montrose – G. H. Fish has installed a new pipe-less furnace in his home. ALSO Archie E. Ellsworth, while feeding an ensilage cutter, accidentally had his right wrist badly mangled in the cogs. His flesh and tendons were crushed and cut, rendering two fingers useless. It is believed that he will not lose the use of them other than temporarily.

Lawsville – The annual Lawsville Community Fair will be held Saturday, Oct. 25th. A large number of premiums have been offered and the entries are numerous. A nail-driving contest by the ladies, needle threading contest by the men, string chewing contest by the children, recitations, singing, etc. are on the program of events.

Forest City – In accordance with the custom established after the strike of 1902, mine workers of the anthracite coal fields will remain idle on Wednesday, next, in observance of Mitchell Day.

Harford – Miss Blanche Tingley died in Utica, NY, on Sept 29, 1924. The deceased had won nation-wide fame as a miniature portrait painter and had studied in New York and Paris. She was a daughter of Urbane Tingley and was born in Harford, Dec. 10, 1876. Her funeral was held from her former home in Harford. In 1908 and 1909 she studied in Paris and in 1914 her work was accepted for exhibition at the Panama-Pacific Exposition.

Apolacon Twp. – James Purtell, M. D. Haight, Jesse Barnum and Joseph Reardon, were in town attending the county school directors’ convention. These directors are planning to sell some of their unused school buildings.

Hallstead – The Conrad Motor Co., of Scranton, announces the opening of its new salesroom here. The public is invited to call and inspect a complete line of Dodge Bros. motor cars and Graham Bros. trucks.  J. DeWitt Titman, of Montrose, is manager of the Hallstead branch.

Montrose – A push ball has been secured for the students of the local school, which is creating considerable amusement and giving the students a lot of outdoor exercise.

Dimock – Homer Wells, of Elk Lake, has opened a barbershop in the basement of the store of Williams & Mills. ALSO Max Gregory, who has been at the hospital in Wilkes-Barre for treatment, returned home, much improved, and driving the kid wagon.

Susquehanna – The Strider-Tesky Post, American Legion, has started a movement to “get out the vote” on election day. Every citizen should take enough interest in his government to cast his ballot for the officials he believes will best govern his country. It is a pretty “ornery” citizen who does not take enough interest to vote.

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna County Republican, Oct. 22, 1824. (The use of upper and lowercase letters are shown as they appear in the following advertisements.)

“NEW GOODS” - B. R. LYONS [Montrose], Expects to open tomorrow, A Very Extensive Assortment of Dry Goods. Likewise – Teas, Tobacco, Raisins, Coffee, Dye Woods &c. &c.

NEW STORE. The Subscriber has taken the Store formerly occupied by Mr. B. Sayre, at Montrose, opposite to the Washington Hotel, where is kept “A General Assortment of GOODS,” under the care of Mr. Ugenior Cushman, who will sell them as low for CASH, as they are sold at Chenango Point or at Owego. A supply of every description of GOODS, that are wanted at Montrose, will be kept at that Store. CHRISTOPHER ELDREDGE.

Harford –In the 67 years of its history the attendance at the Fair was never so large and estimated at 4,500. The gate receipts were around $2,300 for the two-day event. Exhibits in all departments were excellent. The athletic contests and 11-inning ball game provided excitement. The parachute drop by “Dare Devil Tom DeMann” held the people spell-bound, as he came out on the wing of the airplane as it was speeding at a height of 2500 feet and jumped off backwards, trusting that the parachute would open and carry him to the ground in safety, which it did. The aviator, Lt. Richard L. Bennett, who lived at Kingsley a few years ago, is a careful and skillful flyer. It was nearly 6 pm, long past chore time, when many of the people left for home, after attending the best fair Harford ever has had.

Springville – Two new kid wagons were put into use this year—one from Lynn and one from Kasson; the former with 28 pupils and the latter with 18. The old ones from East Springville and East Lynn are still in service. ALSO There has been a lot of reckless driving around town lately, as well as disobeying the law in other ways. If this is not stopped the offenders will be duly taken care of.

Binghamton – The grocers of Binghamton, in order to fight the chain stores, which are to be found on almost ever street, have combined and have started a “war for trade.” The grocers will carry a large ad in the Binghamton papers every Thursday, and go after the trade of the city. Phone orders will be accepted and free delivery.

East Rush – We are informed that Floyd Crisman has taken unto himself a wife on September 29th. We understand that after a short wedding tour that he takes possession of the H. Fish store at Lynn. His many friends here wish him all kinds of success. ALSO Our telephone system is re-arranged, but fail to see much improvement over the old way.

Brooklyn – Jas. W. Adams was a business caller in town. He is one of the few remaining veterans of the Civil War now living in the county, but he still retains that spirit of camaraderie and good fellowship, which has characterized his life. ALSO Mrs. Olin Mitten and sons are moving into the rooms of the Bell Telephone Co. Mrs. Mitten will be the night operator.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. – U. S. Weatherman, Silas Jigger, calls attention to the rain of the first of the week. In 24 hours three inches of water fell, the greatest amount for a full day in 12 years. The rainmaker was working overtime on Monday and Tuesday, but the earth was in condition to absorb it.

Birchardville – A number of our young people are attending other schools this fall. Helen and Donald Bircher, Gerald and Kenneth Dayton, Luella Burr and Llewellyn and Lester Hayes are at the Montrose high school; Ruth Gardner at Rush high school; Stella Griffins at Mansfield normal school; Bruce Dayton at State College and Dayton Birchard at Colgate University.

Laceyville – Benjamin L. Taylor, a Civil War veteran [member of Co. C, 203rd Regiment Pa. Volunteers] and one of our oldest and most highly esteemed residents, died Sept. 16, 1924. Mr. Taylor was nearly 80 years of age and leaves five children: Floyd H., Superintendent of Susquehanna Co. schools; Ethyl, of S. Auburn; Miss Ines, teacher in the Bethlehem schools and Miss Bella, at home.

Forest City – The police force held their annual banquet in the Forest House. It was a pleasant affair. Members of Maski’s orchestra furnished music. Talks were given stressing the duties, responsibilities and limitations of the custodians of law and order. Nearly all present were called upon and there were a number of pithy talks on borough affairs by members of the force, city fathers and guests.

Ararat – The “Dollar Day” will be held at the regular meeting of the Cheerful Workers, at the home of Mrs. Harris, Oct 9th. It is hoped many will earn their dollar for the missionary work, and bring a poem telling how the dollar was earned.

Hickory Grove – When a Ford car skidded here on Monday afternoon, it left the road and went over the Susquehanna river bank, turning completely over three times in its descent to the water’s edge. One young man, Walter McCloud, of Kingsley, was seriously injured, he having a badly bruised and lacerated shoulder. Others in the car were Leon Rouse, of Kingsley, Charles Williams and Leroy Myers, of Susquehanna, and William Mott, of Stevens Point. McCloud was cared for at a nearby farmhouse. Mott was also badly bruised, but the others escaped with lacerations.

News Brief: What has become of the old man who used to say that he wouldn’t “ride in one of them infernal gasoline buggies.”

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna County Republican, Oct. 1, 1824. [This newspaper contains 4 pages and reports national & political news, but very little local news. A few marriages and deaths were reported and the rest, as you will see, come from advertisements.]

Married, in Bridgewater, on the 22ndult., by David Post, Esq., Mr. Allen McIntosh, of Great Bend, to Miss Caroline Shipman, of the former place.

By the same, on the 28th ult., Mr. Nehemiah Baldwin, to Miss Mary Sherer, all of Bridgewater.

Hogs! Hogs! Hogs! The subscribers wish to purchase TWO HUNDRED HOGS; for which a liberal price will be given, one half in CASH, and the remainder in goods, at the store of FORDHAM & GARDNER.

COLBORN & GREGORY, respectfully inform the inhabitants of Susquehanna county, that they have lately commenced, in the village of Montrose, on the Public Avenue, opposite the Washington Hotel, the manufacture of TIN AND SHEET IRON, where they intend to keep constantly on hand a General Assortment of Ware at wholesale and retail. HOUSE SPOUTING, and other JOB WORK done at shortest notice. As to the quality and cheapness of our work, we invite those wishing to purchase, to call and see for themselves.

Silver Lake – Another phase of the disappearance and reported drowning of Dr. Marshall J. Thompson, of Baltimore, at this place last summer, developed last week. An adjuster for an insurance company in which Dr. Marshall was insured for $10,000 went to investigate the circumstance surrounding the case. Marshall’s body was never found. As he was an expert swimmer and when he called for help was about an eighth of a mile from shore and near shallow water, it is believed that he had a purpose in making it appear that he was dead. His body was sought for weeks by parties with grappling hooks, but all efforts to find it were fruitless. Reports that he was seen in California and Canada could not be proved. The insurance company believes his family is conscientious in their belief that he was drowned. His mother is the beneficiary of the insurance and the money was to have been used to send a younger brother through medical college.

Brooklyn – Miss Roberts, Home Economics teacher in our high school, will start a class for the women of the township who are interested. Twelve women met with Miss Roberts and they decided to have another class in sewing and basketry.

Forest Lake – Mrs. Fred Booth is spending several weeks at Mount Clemens, Mich., where she is taking mineral baths for rheumatism, from which she has suffered constantly for the past five months. She writes that she is gaining steadily.

Montrose – Hon. Henry J. Rose has one of the original stock certificates of the Milford and Owego Turnpike, made out in 1818 to Stephen Wilson. It was No. 774 and signed by Robert H. Rose, President, and Putnam Catlin, Treasurer. Mr. Rose was the grandfather of the present possessor of the relic. On the back it was endorsed to transfer from Stephen Wilson to Mason Wilson, in 1842. [Putnam Catlin was the father of George Catlin, famous for his paintings of western Indians.]

Flynn – S. J. Gillin is having running water piped to his house.

Dimock – The annual meeting of the Community Workers will be held Dec. 4th, at the Community church, at which time officers will be elected. This is a growing organization of seventy-one members, with promise of more to be added. The husbands of the members will be welcome to attend, as will all who are interested in the society.

Susquehanna – Mrs. Helen Hall, widow of R. H. Hall, died at her home on Nov. 18. Mrs. Hall was long one of the leading milliners of the town. The millinery store she operated, until her death, was previously founded by her mother, the two women having conducted it for a period of over fifty years. Two sons, Frank D., of Susquehanna and William, of Rochester, and one daughter, Mrs. Waller Wencke, of Rochester, survive. ALSO J. D. Furman, a native of Dimock, who is a member of Joel Barnes’ traveling carpenter crew on the Erie railroad, with headquarters in Susquehanna, had fourteen relatives who served as soldiers in the Union Army during the Civil War.

Oakland – Winter came to this locality last Sunday night. After a rain in the afternoon, a sudden drop in temperature took place and during the night a blizzard set in, with high wind and whirling snow, the ground being white on Monday morning.

Forest City – The construction company building the new theatre had a pile of sand in front of the proposed structure. Saturday evening a motorist drove on top of the sand. He soon took his bearing, reversed, and got off the sand bank with safety. ALSO From the first official scoring averages of the Penn State Basketball league, we learn that Joseph Morosky, star forward of the Forest City team, is topping all his rivals. In five games he registered 18 field goals and 15 foul goals for a total of 51 points. Joe always plays to win.

Brooklyn – The Ladies’ Musical Club was pleasantly entertained by Mrs. Gere and Mrs. Bedell at the latter’s home. A sketch of Handel was given by Mrs. Carey, and his march, “See the Conquering Hero Comes,” was rendered as a piano duet by Mrs. Smith and Miss Roberts. Mrs. Young gave two pleasant readings. Mrs. Hardy gave a brief sketch of Beethoven and Mrs. Terry, Mrs. Capron and Mrs. Palmer played his “Rondo Capriccio” as a six-hand. Delicious refreshments were served.

Uniondale – G. E. Douglas observed his 65thbirthday and at the same time disposed of his interest in the firm of Douglas & Yale, the junior member, O. H. Yale, taking over the business. In connection with their manufacturing and lumber trade, purchased in 1910, they have built up a large automobile trade. Their motto has been “Courtesy to all.”

Thompson – Charles E. Leach has opened his blacksmith shop again and will work there part of the time.

News Briefs: The death of Mrs. Warren G. Harding is the first instance in American history in which a president and his wife passed away within the period of a four-year administration. Mrs. Harding was a representative type of the finest American womanhood and the nation mourns her death. ALSO Three local cases of hiccoughs in which A. L. Titman and Harry M. Melhuish, of Montrose, and John H. Waterhouse, of Franklin, were the victims, responded to treatment from Dr. Preston the latter part of the week. Each of the men had suffered from the malady for a number of days. The epidemic occurs every few years, but this year it seems to be more widespread. ALSO The state secretary of highways has started a campaign urging all autoists to keep on their own side of the road while driving. Owing to the increase in density of motorcars, this ruling is steadily becoming more imperative. The driver who keeps his car on the right side of the road is in for less danger than the one who “hogs the road” or runs his car on the wrong side. If an accident happens to a driver when he is on the wrong side he might just as well admit himself guilty, as he can convince no one that he was in the right.

200 Years Ago from the Susquehanna County Republican, Nov. 26, 1824.

MARRIED – At Water Ville (N. Y.) on the 6th of October, by the Rev. Mr. Forrest, Mr. Daniel Bailey, of this borough [Montrose], to Miss Laura Baldwin, of the former place.

DIED – In Harford, on Monday the 22nd inst., Mr. Laban Capron, at an advanced age.

NOTICE: All persons indebted to the Estate of EBENEZER WHITNEY, late of Hop Bottom, deceased, are requested to make immediate payment, and all persons having demands against said Estate are requested to present the same, properly attested for settlement, to SARAH WHITNEY, Exec’x. ORANGE WHITNEY, Exe’r. Hop Bottom, Nov. 8, 1824.

Uniondale – For the second time within a few weeks we have been visited by the Ku Klux Klan. Both visits were made on a Saturday night. We were visited by probably 100 of the hooded fraternity, whose ceremony was witnessed by many of our people from a distance. They came and placed a blazing cross on the hill near the schoolhouse. They vanished in the darkness tooting their automobile horns and making as much noise as they possibly could. In a larger town they would have been held for disorderly conduct. They came and they go unmolested. From whence they come no one knows. [The Klan opposed Jews, Black people, Catholics and newly arriving Southern and Eastern European immigrants. Wikipedia] ALSO An airplane was seen here Wednesday. It seemed to be looking for a landing place. Not finding one suitable it moved northward. It flew low and was the object of much attraction.

New Milford – Miss Gladys Flynn entertained her pupils at a masquerade party at her home in Great Bend. Those present were: Marjorie Lewis, Ruth Powers, Edith Thompson, Edna Chandler, Mary Galucci, Eugenia Houlihan, Lloyd Tyler, Charles Otis, Louis Burdick, Mary Pressman, Raymond Gunn, Helena Hand, Ralph Stevens, Margaret Smith, Harold Stone and Maude Birtch.

Birchardville – Stanley Warner, one of our oldest citizens, died Nov. 1st, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lee Fessenden. Another old soldier has gone. [Stanley and his brother, Asa, joined Capt. John Morris’s regiment, Co. H, 143rd Regt. PA Volunteers, in 1862, and participated in numerous battles of the Civil War, including Gettysburg and the Wilderness.]

Lenoxville – A very sad accident occurred Friday, when Edward Decker, age 8, son of Mr. & Mrs. Ivan Decker, was instantly killed. The accident occurred near the Wilson school. A number of boys, engaged in Hallowe’en amusements, jumped on an auto truck, which was bringing supplies for a social. The driver was unaware that the boys had climbed on the truck and the Decker youth, in some manner, lost his hold and fell under the wheels. When picked up he was lifeless. He was a bright little fellow and greatly loved by his playmates. The accident cast a gloom over the community and much sympathy is felt for the bereaved parents and family.

Dimock – It seems that the family of F. L. Muzzy are having more than their share of trouble of late. First, Mr. Muzzy was badly injured by an ensilage cutter, and does not gain as it would seem he should; next came the death of his mother, Roxanna, and now, lastly, two horses, one a fine large black mare, the other a large sorrel with white stripe in the face, slightly lame in one foot, have been missing since Hallowe’en night. It is hoped that some track of this team can soon be found, as Mr. Muzzzy’s condition is not helped by such worriments. ALSO Byron Benninger, Dimock’s hustling representative of the “Pine Tree Milking Machine,” is installing many of these machines in dairies through the county.

Jackson – Thieves broke into the W. E. Babcock garage and repair shop.  They entered through a window, a pane of glass being carefully removed and found leaning up against the building. Saws and various other articles were taken. One possible clue were wagon tracks near the garage.

Montrose/Fairdale – There is considerable criticism of the manner in which the pave between the above places has been finished off, it being very rough in places. The impression that it has been slighted and will not stand up under the elements and traffic, has become prevalent among those who have investigated the matter, and before it is accepted by the State Highway Department it is probable one or more portions of it will be relaid. The cut through the Arthur E. Robinson farm, while shortening the route slightly, is a heavy 10% grade and is condemned by autoists and teamsters alike. When the winter snows blow over the hill it is going to be a difficult matter to keep the cut open.

Forest City – Farmers have been notified that they can secure coal here only on Wednesdays, and not then if the quota has been filled. ALSO Hallowe’en was duly observed here. Young people paraded the streets in costumes, which elected much favorable comment. Many social events were staged and all entered into the merriment of the occasion. ALSO Headless Man Believed a Suicide: It appears that Lewis Brasnaker and two other men brought suit before a justice for $200 for labor on the Clinton township roads. The suit was decided against them and it is believed Brasnaker brooded over the affair and finally, in fit of despondency, ended his life.

Montrose – Mrs. Anna Magnotti, aged 72 years, a native of Naples Italy, died at the home of her son, Anthony, on Locust Street, Oct. 30th. Her death followed a week’s illness, due to paralysis. She had resided here about 31 years and is survived by two sons, Anthony and Philip. Her funeral was held in St. Mary’s church, W. J. Gibson, officiating.

Brooklyn – We boast the best “kid wagon” in this part of the country. Mr. Rynearson, of Hop Bottom, has purchased an enclosed bus in which he brings to the high school over thirty pupils from the Kingsley route each day.

Marriage Licenses: A Leroy Aldrich, E. Bridgewater and Mabel C. Tyler, Montrose; Harold E. Everett and Dorothy O. Travis, both of Lawsville; Clyde D. Crosier and Marion Irene Jones, both of Lanesboro; Ernest Benscoter, and Alice Smith, both of South Montrose.

200 Years Ago, from the Susquehanna County Republican, Nov. 5, 1824.

NOTICE: The Stockholders of the Bridgewater and Wilkesbarre Turnpike Road Company, are requested to meet at the house formerly occupied by Isaac Slocum, in Tunkhannock, Luzerne county, on the first Monday of January next, for the purpose of electing, by ballot, One President, One Treasurer, and Twelve Managers. Benjamin Perry, Sec’ry.

Indian Murders: From Ft. Crawford, Sept. 3d, we have accounts of several murders by the Indians. Two deserters from St. Anthony were found on the road to St. Louis, killed and scalped by the Chippewas. And four respectable men, on their way from the Prairie [Prairie du Chien] to St. Anthony, were killed and scalped by a war party of the same tribe. Much excitement is caused by these atrocious acts.

Lackawanna Train Wreck – Three Lackawanna railroad men were killed in a serious collision near Summersville, above New Milford, Monday morning. The Buffalo-New York flyer, No 14, crashed head on into a slow moving freight train, derailing the pusher engine on the freight, together with the caboose and the passenger engine, two express cars and two freight cars. Michael Kelly, Jr., 45, of Hallstead, engineer of the pusher engine, was crushed to death when his engine overturned; Ray Osterhout, 33, of Hallstead, fireman on the pusher, was crushed against the firebox, as he was stoking the fire; Clarence E. Woodruff, 34, of Dunmore, flagman of the freight train, also died of his injuries. A score of persons were slightly injured, but none seriously, including 80 or more passengers in the Pullman berths. The heavy steel Pullman cars did not leave the track. The speeding passenger train was making 50 miles an hour when it crashed into the rear of the freight, which was traveling about 15 miles an hour. Members of the train crew stated that Engineer Sawyer passed under a block signal set against him, dimly visible on account of fog, and applied the brakes, but the speed of the flying train had not be slackened when it crashed into the slow-moving pusher engine. The wrecked cars were thrown over both tracks, the wooden cars being broken completely in two as though made of flimsy matchwood. An inquiry into the accident is underway at Scranton.

Klan Meetings – A Ku Klux Klan meeting was held on the Harford Fair Grounds, Saturday evening. Rev. Hickey, of Ohio, gave an address. A very large attendance was present, including about 200 Klansmen, robed in their white garments. The grounds were beautifully lighted by electricity and several American flags waved in the breeze. A huge cross was burned on the hill top. ALSO In Uniondale, the Ku Klux Klan, or some other organization, entered our sacred precincts and at the solemn hour of eleven, Saturday night, burned a cross in William Curtis’ pasture near the Presbyterian church. It is said that there was a large attendance of the K. K. K.’s. They evidently came from a distance, judging by the number of automobiles parked by the roadside. The blazing cross, being on the high knoll, was witnessed by many. In leaving they scattered some of their literature.

Forest Lake – The real estate holdings of the estate of Henry F. Handrick will be sold Oct. 5th. The property consists of a 70-acre wood lot, a 1/3 interest in the Birchardville store, and the farm between Birchardville and Friendsville, of 111 acres, which for years has had on it some of the finest buildings in that section of the county.

Brooklyn – The Brooklyn Musical club was delightfully entertained by Mrs. Jennie Griswold and Mrs. Jesse Wilmarth, at the home of the former, in Kingsley. The composer, Schumann, was studied. Miss Roberts gave interesting sketches from his life, followed by several of his compositions rendered by members of the club.

Susquehanna – Jennie McKinney, 14-year old daughter of Wm. McKinney, of Oakland Twp., has been missing since last Friday. Her mother is dead, and Jennie has been supplying her place and attending school at the high school, she with the other children making the trip on the carryall. Last Friday morning she was in the house when the others left and she gave her lunch box to her brother, telling him she was going to walk. She was seen to start down the road after the wagon and waved her hand to the other children. That was the last seen of her. She did not go to school, nor return home. Her father, who is an employee of the Erie, searched for her, assisted by others, but to no avail. Later—It is reported that she has been located.

Clifford – Owing to diphtheria in the school, it has been closed pending the outcome.

Auburn Twp. – Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Morris, Binghamton, announce the marriage of their niece, Grace Bloodgood, to Cleon Tewksbury, of Retta, October 8th, 1924, at the Tabernacle M. E Church, Binghamton, by the Rev. J. Wilson. Alice Bloodgood, sister of the bride and Irene Quick, were bridesmaids, and Eldred Tewksbury, brother of the groom, was best man. After a wedding trip to Stroudsburg, they will live at Retta.

Thompson – The Hebrew Ladies’ association will hold their annual dance in the borough hall on Nov. 17. They have secured the Saxons, of Scranton, one of the best musical organizations in this section.

Dimock – Friends of F. L. Muzzy will be sorry to hear that while filling a silo his arm became entangled in the ensilage cutter, mangling the lower arm and crushing the bones of the wrist so it was a first feared that he would lose his hand. He was cared for at the Mackey hospital, Montrose, and though now he suffers much pain, there are strong hopes of saving the injured member. ALSO The apple packing season has commenced at Woodbourne Farm, where Mr. Cope has many hundred bushels of grades A and B wrapped and packed. A number of the Dimock women are now enjoying this work.

News Brief: The election ballot to be voted Nov. 4this one of the largest in years. The ballot in Pennsylvania carries nine party tickets, two more than four years ago. They are in the order of their appearance on the ballot: Republican, Democratic, Socialist, Prohibition, Labor, Workers, Commonwealth Land, Industrialist and American. The name “Labor Party” was pre-empted by the LaFollette-Wheeler party, while the Commonwealth Land party is the successor of the Single Tax party. ALSO The Washington Senators won the baseball championship of the world from the Giants, in the most thrilling, dramatic climax that any diamond series has ever seen.

Notice: My wife, Grace, having left my bed and board, without just cause or provocation, I do hereby forbid all persons harboring, or trusting her on any account, as I will pay no bills contracted by her. Frank P. Everson.

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna County Republican, Oct, 15, 1824.

The Storm in South Carolina: Letters from Columbia, S. C. state that the Congaree [River] had risen 37 feet at Granby and every plantation from Granby to the junction of the Congaree and Wateree is under water—the stocks all drowned, and the crops totally lost. The Southern Stage attempted to cross at Granby, but the current was so violent that it swept the stage under. All traveling is completely stopped in consequence of the bridges being carried away. The waters are falling very fast. The rice crops are nearly all lost. [The Congaree, during Hurricane Helene, rose just shy of the 32 feet seen during the “1,000 year flood” that crippled the Midlands in 2015.]

Springville – Again Springville came across with a fine fair, a good crowd and a pleasant day. Although the weather did not look the most encouraging the exhibit began to arrive early and before the noon hour the Community Building was decorated as never before. The vegetables were a splendid display and included a full assortment, but the Hubbard squash of Lewis Lathrop, which weighed 26 ½ lbs, was admired by all. Exhibits of flowers, poultry, fancy work, relics, a freak tomato (looked like a balloon tire labeled “Henry Ford’s latest”), and the baby show, were all admired. A tug of war for the boys showed a husky bunch of lads and then the big boys challenged the married men, and when all were settled and pulling hard the rope broke and the way they piled up caused a hearty laugh. The nail-driving contest was won by Mrs. A. Sheldon; A. H. Brown and Eddie Ward were champion quoit pitchers and Robert Palmiter won the base ball throw. A ball game between South Montrose and Springville was greatly enjoyed, for it was the cleanest played game of the year and ended by Springville winning 6 to 1. Messerole Bros. and Lee Bros. had nicely decorated booths and a fine line of merchandise was displayed.

Harford – (A report of the 67th Harford Fair will be given in next week’s  100 Year’s Ago. However, the following is reported: “While at the Harford Fair, there were some fifteen Civil War veterans who gathered near the speaker’s stand, and they then and there decided to hold an old-fashioned camp fire, which was very much enjoyed by them in ‘fighting the old battles over again.’ The veterans recalled many of the sorrowful incidents connected with the conflicts, and while in the midst of their reminiscences they were favored with the presence of Dr N. C. Mackey, of Waverly, Pa, ex-representative in the House at Harrisburg. The following G.A.R. veterans were present, whose ages ranged from 80 to 92 years: Hon. J. W. Adams, Brooklyn; George Perry, Waverly; C. F. Warner, Dalton; George Conrad, Lenox; D. S. Michael, Peter Patten, William Smyth, South Gibson; Gilbert G. Witter, Thompson; Theodore Fuller, Scranton; James D. LaBarre, Merritt H. Tompkins, Henry Widener, Carbondale; H.M. Benson, Jackson. The campfire was closed with a very appropriate and loyal talk by Comrade C. F. Warner and adjourned to meet at the same place in 1925—unless the president vetoes the Bursum Pension Bill.” * ALSO Miss Jessie Pease, of this place, was severely injured in an unusual accident at the Harford Fair. She was standing in the dining hall on the fair grounds when a base ball, batted from the diamond where a game was in progress, sailed through a window in the dining hall and struck her in the mouth. Several teeth were loosened and the lips were lacerated in a painful manner.

Forest City – Last Thursday the baby clinic was well attended. Mothers have a keen interest in the welfare of their babies. In the absence of Miss Viola Kennedy, state nurse, who is spending her vacation in Philadelphia, the clinic was in charge of Mrs. Tobi and Mrs. T P. McCormick. Clinic is held the first and third Thursdays of each month.

Clifford – Mr. and Mrs. Robert Tinker celebrated their golden wedding, Sept. 16th. Mr. and Mrs. Tinker were married in Carbondale on Sept. 16, 1874. Her maiden name was Mary A. Tralles, born at Breslau, Germany, and came with her parents to Carbondale when a child. Mr. Tinker is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Tinker, pioneer residents of Clifford township. Eight children were born to the couple.

Dimock – A party was held at the Teachers’ cottage, Saturday evening, when some of the young people of this place and Montrose congregated and enjoyed a fine social time. Light refreshments were served and many amusing and original games made the evening pass quickly.

Montrose – By the will of the late Patrick J. Swanick, whose death occurred about a year ago, he leaves $1,900 to St. Mary’s congregation with the provision that it be used in improving its cemetery. An association has been formed with Rev. W. J. Gibson as president, and already plans have been made for fencing the burial plot on three sides. The cost is estimated at $1,200 for this improvement. The association also intends to have perpetual care of all plots.

East Rush – At last we have a new concrete bridge across the stream near Crisman’s store.

Fairdale – Miss Helen West had the misfortune to break her arm while cranking a Ford.

Brooklyn – Karl Flowers and Wallace Breed are about to enter State College for the coming term. ALSO Karl Flowers has accepted the offer of a teaching position in Lathrop Township which he will commence on Monday, instead of going to State College which he had planned to do.

Hop Bottom – M. E. Rynearson, proprietor of the Hop Bottom garage, has the contract for conveying the Brooklyn pupils residing near Kingsley and Hop Bottom, to and from the Brooklyn school. He has a fine new Larrabee-Dayo truck, which makes a very fine appearance.

200 Years Ago- from the Susquehanna County Republican, 9/24/1824

Bridgewater Twp. – After dissolving with his business partners, John Reynolds is now ready to receive CLOTH, At his old stand on the Wyalusing creek, three miles from Montrose, where every attention will be given to the business, and hopes to his unremitted labours to merit a share of public patronage. He will dress cloth on the most reasonable terms, as low as can be done in this vicinity. All kinds of country produce will be received in payment if delivered by the first of March. DEER SKINS will also be received and a handsome deduction will be made where Cash is paid on the delivery of the cloth. JOHN REYNOLDS.

Montrose – REGIMENTAL PARADE. The Volunteer Regiment of Susquehanna county, will meet for Parade Inspection and Drill, at the house of John Buckingham, in Montrose, on Wednesday the twenty ninth day of September instant, at nine o’clock in the forenoon—uniformed and equipped according to law. The commissioned and non-commissioned officers of the regiment, are requested to meet, according to arrangement, on Saturday preceding regimental parade, at the house of Stephen Breed, in Hopbottom, at 10 o’clock, A.M. (signed) Wm. JESSUP, Colonel.

*In reference to the Civil War veterans meeting at the Harford Fair, the article reads “there were some fifteen Civil War veterans who gathered….” I could only find 13 veterans listed.

Dimock – Our school celebrated Armistice Day, Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Reiter gave us a very interesting talk on what Armistice Day really is and what it stands for. At the close of his talk we all stood and bowed our heads in silence for one minute in memory of those who never came back. ALSO Everyone rejoiced over the little rainfall that came to this, as well as other sections of the country that had so long been in need of it, yet the supply was too small to be of any benefit to those who are troubled with dry wells and springs.

Hallstead – The death of Charles Tingley occurred at his home, Nov. 13, 1924. He was born in Harford, January 21, 1836 and was married to Margaret Gow, Jan. 18, 1856, and resided in Harford until he was drafted and served in the Civil War during the entire period, being a private in Co. E, 177thRegiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. When he returned, broken in health, they took up their residence in Alford, where the family resided until the cut-off was built, when they moved to Hallstead. The funeral was held at his home, with interment in the Brooklyn cemetery.

Montrose – The high school has this year turned out one of the best football teams in its history, the aggregation having been beaten but once, at that time by the Binghamton Central Junior Varsity. The next game will be a return from the Clark’s Summit High School. This team scored the first touchdown on M. H. S. by the interception of a forward pass and a spectacular run by one of its flashy backs. The big game of the season will be played on Thanksgiving day with Olyphant High School. This team played Scranton Central Varsity last Saturday, being beaten by a very small margin. The slogan of the M. H. S. will be, “Stop Gazella,” Olyphant’s leading man.

Hop Bottom – Miss Borthwick, State Nurse, visited the Hop Bottom schools last week. The children were weighed and those underweight are urged to follow the advice of the nurse and bring their weight up to normal. ALSO Mrs. Cora Miller and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Evans have each had a radio outfit installed in their homes.

Birchardville – Our hunters are very thankful for the snow and several were chasing foxes today. Arthur Wilcox secured a fine one.

South Montrose – The Ladies’ Aid Society will hold a bazaar at the Grange Hall, Dec. 3rd. Ladies bring something for a cafeteria supper, also something for the bazaar fishpond, candy booth and rummage sale.

Susquehanna – Susquehanna has a case of smallpox. This is said to be the only case in the county. New cases are reported from Johnson City, Endicott and Binghamton, about 150 cases in the three places. No deaths have resulted to date, the cases being of mild form.

Fairdale – Two degrees below zero is the coldest we have heard this fall. Jos. West informed us that it registered that at his store early Tuesday morning. The ice on the river at Binghamton stretched across its entire width on Tuesday, the earliest known in years for the river to freeze over.

East Rush – The friends of Mrs. Retta Estus made her a surprise wood bee last Thursday, while she was visiting friends in Montrose, cutting and splitting and hauling to her home about six cords of wood.  ALSO G. A. Crisman has installed a radio, but it doesn’t give very good service.

Rush – Kirkbride & Mabe have drilled wells for Harry J. Light, Reed Devine and Howard VanDyke and found a good supply of water at 166 feet for Light, 28 for Devine and 70 for VanDyke.

Harford – Harold Tiffany has gone to Hoboken, N. J., where he is a fireman for the D. L. & W. railroad company.

Ararat – The people of Ararat were greatly shocked and saddened by the death of Willis Thorne. He was much loved by many who had known him for many years. Upright and manly in character, kind and affectionate and true by nature, his life was above reproach and he will be greatly missed. The funeral service, held at Gelatt, was most impressive. The casket was draped with a flag, for he had been a soldier in the World war, serving in France. Members of the Legion from Carbondale gave the entire service, with salute fired and taps sounded at the grave.  The pallbearers, being comrades from the Army and Navy, all spoke of the affection and honor in which he was held.

Forest City – The community was shocked Sunday morning to learn that Miss Marion Melvin, daughter of Daniel Melvin, had met with an accident that would leave her a helpless cripple if she survived. She went to Carbondale Saturday evening and was on her way to the home of a friend. On reaching the Delaware and Hudson railroad tracks on Seventh Avenue she was run down by a passenger train and both legs were severed, one below and the other above the knee. It is believed that she became dazed by the intense rays of the light on the engine and instead of stepping out of the way she stepped in front of the fast approaching train. She was picked up by the train crew and later removed the Emergency Hospital. Miss Melvin is a graduate of the Emergency Hospital Training School and is well known here and in Carbondale where she practiced her profession. She served as a Red Cross nurse overseas during the world war.

200 Years Ago, from the Susquehanna County Republican, Nov. 19, 1824.

MARRIED, on the 9th inst., by Josiah B. Bill, Esq., Mr. William Tallman, to Miss Louisa Case, of Gibson. ALSO on the 17thinst., By Elder Davis Dimock, Mr. Charles M. Picket, to Miss Polly Frink, all of Bridgewater.

DIED – In Springville, on the 6th inst., Mr. William Harkins, in the 76th year of his age.

WARRANTED Water-proof Oval HATS, and Hats of every other description, made and sold cheaper for Cash; Muskrat Skins and most kinds of Country Produce, than can be bought in any other part of the county, by Daniel Bailey. Montrose.

[“Inst.” means present month and “ult.” means “month before.”]

Jackson – The old farm house owned by Miss Nora V. Hill is one of the oldest in Susquehanna county, having passed through the hands of four generations of the Hill family. It is large and roomy and notwithstanding its great age is still in good repair. It has large fire places and many things that recall to mind the days of yore. Miss Hill has sold many of the old antiques that have accumulated for years She will sell most of what remains at the big sale this week These include an old ox cart and two or three spinning wheels. Many of the old relics have been bought by people living in other states. The Hill farm is offered for sale and with it a valuable timber tract. The recent owner, the late Dr. I. C. Hill, never cut any of the timber and it is now the best in the township. Miss Hill will leave for California in the near future.

Silver Lake – For some years there has been an agitation—periodic at times—for the construction of a state road between Silver Lake and Montrose. The people find that the community, without railroad facilities and with an indifferent system of township roads, is most difficult of access the greater part of the year. A petition was circulated and signed by many to have the Pennsylvania Highway engineers investigate the claims of the people in hope that a good road would be maintained with state aid. The petition [was sent] to the department officials at Harrisburg, accompanied by a map of the region.

Forest City – A headless body of a man was found in the woods, near this place, by Arthur Brain, Harry Oakley and James Seeley, while they were strolling. It was badly decomposed and officials disclosed that a hat was found lying on the body which was covered with powder marks, such as might have been made by a shot from a gun fired at close range. The body was identified as that of Louis Braznecker, of Forest City, reported missing about six weeks ago. He was 46 years of age. For a number of reasons authorities suspect the man was murdered and an investigation has been instituted. The funeral was held in the morgue of undertaker, John McGranaghan, and interment was in St. Joseph’s cemetery.

Lakeside – Mrs. Esther Oliver and Mrs. Fleva Tanner called at the home of Mrs. W. A. Kenyon, who has been ill for some time, and presented her with a sunshine box filled with flowers, fruit, etc, tokens of sympathy and esteem from her many friends and neighbors. Mrs. Kenyon wishes to say that words cannot express her appreciation for the kind remembrance.

Thompson – John P. Lyden, pioneer resident of Thompson, died at his home last Friday morning. He was employed as a track foreman by the Erie Railroad’s Jefferson Branch for a number of years. He is survived by his wife and seven children.

Franklin Forks – Wm. Bailey recently visited the farm of James and J. J. Mahoney, in Liberty township, near Laurel Lake, where they were digging potatoes. He wanted some of the fine Rural New Yorkers for seed and when one hill was dug that produced 18 potatoes, weighing eleven pounds, they presented them to him Mr. Bailey thinks that the record of this hill cannot be beaten in the county. If anyone can do it, we will be pleased to chronicle the name of the producer and potato and the quantity raised.

Montrose – The Ideal Theatre will show “A Society Scandal,” starring Gloria Swanson, in the type of society love-drama that made her famous. ALSO At the parsonage of the M. E. church, Monday, Oct. 27, Miss Helen Wall became the wife of Leon J. Swackhamer. The ring ceremony was used by Rev. L. E. Sanford.

Dimock – The death of Mrs. Roxanna Muzzy, aged 94 years, occurred at the home of her son, F. L. Muzzy, Oct. 26, 1924. The deceased, a woman of the most estimable qualities, had always been a resident of Springville and Dimock townships. The funeral will be held at the home of her son, with the pastor of the Episcopal church, at Springville, officiating.

Susquehanna – Mr. and Mrs. Fred Beebe are occupying their handsome new home on Riverside Drive, near the residence of C. R. Carrington.

Harford – The Ladies Guild will serve dinner in Odd Fellows’ Hall, election day, until all are served. Menu: Roast pork, with dressing and gravy, potatoes, turnips, cabbage salad, white bread, brown bread, biscuit, butter, pickles, coffee, apple sauce, pie and cheese. The price for adults is 40 cents; children under 12 years, 25 cents.

Hop Bottom – A party of men met and harvested over fifty bushes of potatoes for G. A. Roberts, who is laid up with an injured hand, received while cutting ensilage.

Ararat – B. A. Porter, who is working in Binghamton, spent the week-end with his sister, Mrs. Harris. Mr. Porter was one of the fifteen “gobs” who met Theodore Roosevelt at the train when he arrived at Binghamton and escorted him to the hall where he spoke. “Teddy” shook hands with the men and noticing the medals on Mr. Porter’s coat, said: “Two wars, hey?”

Lindaville, Brooklyn Twp. – Ernest Smith is building a new road on the Eldridge hill.

Little Meadows – A Masquerade Party was held at the hone of Joseph Reardon on Friday evening, Oct. 17. The living room was decorated with autumn leaves and corn. Music and dancing were the diversions of the evening.

“200 Years Ago” from the Susquehanna County Republican, Oct. 29, 1824.

Married, on the 21st instant, by the Rev. E. Kingsbury, Mr. Thaddeus Fields, of Ithaca, NY, to Miss Fanny Deans, of this town [Montrose]. ALSO At Towanda, Bradford county, on the 4th inst, by Charles Whitehead, Esq., Mr. Iddo Arms [of Bridgewater], to Miss Mahala Carpenter.

NOTICE. The Stockholders of the Silver Lake Bank are notified that the annual Election for Directors, will be held at the Banking House, in Montrose, on Monday the 15th of November next, at 10 o’clock, A. M. THOS. WELLES, Cashier.

ALMANACS For 1825 by the dozen or single—for sale at this office. ALSO Blank Account Books.

WANTED, 1000 lbs. of Lambs Wool, pulled or sheared. 1000 Lamb Skins, both green and dried with the wool on—for which I will pay in HATS, on delivery. DANIEL BAILEY, Montrose.

Arbor Day – October 24th was designated as Arbor and Bird Day in a proclamation by Gov. Pinchot. He asked that the day “be appropriately observed throughout the commonwealth by planting trees, observing and studying the birds, and by such other activities as make for understanding and appreciation of our birds, trees and forests.”

World Series – Frank H. Deuel and Paul Wood, of Montrose, and Harold VanHousen, of Brooklyn, tonsorial artists all, autoed to the metropolis on Monday and witnessed the Senators wallop the Giants, on Tuesday, at the Polo Grounds. They got in line at 8 in the morning and remained in the grand stand until 5:30 p.m. and drove back Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. “Never again,” they say, “unless we have reserved seats.”

Enforcement Officers Making Raids – Local officers made several raids during the week. At Lawton, a gallon of alleged whisky was found on the premises of W. H, Millard, and two jugs of alleged liquor on the property of Bert Abbott. At Dimock, a search of the property of Timothy Rogan resulted in a quantity of hard cider being confiscated. All of these were given hearings and held under $1,000 bail to appear before the grand jury at the November term of court.

Little Meadows – Mrs. Mary Williams, aged 47, of this place, is believed by her husband, Frank, to have been a victim of the recent high waters in that vicinity. She disappeared from her home on Oct. 2nd and no trace of her has since been found. Mrs. Williams is described as five feet, three or four inches tall, weight 120 pounds, black hair, dark brown eyes and wore a green checked gingham dress, white sweater and boys’ soft brown hat. The grief-stricken husband can not account for her disappearance, except homesickness and ill health. Neighbors believe she has just strayed from home and is stopping with friends.

Susquehanna/Hallstead – The road between these two places has been closed to automobiles, due to the bridge, at Canavan’s, having been carried out by last week’s high water.

Dimock – Sneak thieves are putting in a little of their nefarious work. Button Brothers had been using a tractor to help fill silos and when they started to use it, they found it would not work. Upon investigation they found some one had stolen the gas and filled the tank with water. Mrs. Chas. Roberts and daughters put up 45 quarts of fruit. They left the cans on the back porch to cool over night and the next morning found every can had been stolen. One man reported that about half of his chickens had been taken, while others have lost grain and products.

South Ararat – To Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ross, Oct. 5, 1924, twin daughters. Congratulations. ALSO Several were in attendance at the raising of Marvin Price’s large barn on Thursday.

Forest City – Thomas Morgan, aged 60 years, was seriously injured when struck by a Scranton Railway streetcar near his home. He was taken to Emergency Hospital, Carbondale, suffering from a broken collar bone, several fractured ribs and possible internal injuries.

Montrose – The body of Arlington Thompson, a former well known Montrose colored man, will be brought here today and interment made in the local cemetery. Mr. Thompson, age 55, died in Ann Arbor, Mich., where he had lived for some years. He was a son of the late James Thompson. [James Thompson was a former slave who joined and fought in a colored regiment during the Civil War.]

Auburn/Rush – The Auburn & Rush Poor Asylum is advertising for a married couple to take charge of the asylum. This institution is one of the best managed of its kind in the county and a capable man and wife would find it an acceptable situation.

Susquehanna – Thomas E. Maffett, a mineralologist, has started opening a small coal mine on his property, where deposits of coal have been found, and if it proves of sufficient magnitude, it will be operated on a more extensive scale.

New Milford – The silk mill, which has been closed down for about a year, will reopen. Additional new machinery has been added by which different steps in the manufacture of silk may be carried out, thus insuring them against another shut down.

Marriage – A pretty wedding occurred on October 1st, at Candor, NY, when Richard J. Penney, of Kingsley, and Miss Julia Beatrice Wilson, of Lenox, were united in matrimony by Rev. B. L. Lyon, their former pastor. Those in the wedding party were: Mr. and Mrs. Mortimer E. Penney and children, Miles and Gaylord, and Miss Pauline Penney, Mr. and Mrs. James Adams, of Harford, and Ernest Parsons, Jr., of Binghamton.

Thompson – E. E. Gelatt has purchased Keystone Hall and is fitting it up for his undertaking business and monument works. When completed it will be one of the most up-to-date establishments of the kind in this section.

Upper Lake – John Bennett has installed a new radio—the first in this community.

Marriage Licenses: John Yoceko and Anna Kopsch, both of Forest City; Chas. J. McCormick, Brackney, and Mary M. Mahoney, Lawsville; Louis J. Pauken, Maumee, Ohio, and Irene O’Connor, Susquehanna; Ralph Benning, Kingsley, and Mildred A. Warner, Harford; Martin H Hanrahan and Mary C. Welch, both of Susquehanna; Harold C. McConnell, and Olive Williams, both of New Milford; Jay Hill, Silver Lake, and Ida S. Lewis, Bridgewater; Earl R. Hall, Jackson, and Ida B. Lewis, New Milford.

200 Years Ago from the Susquehanna County Republican, Oct. 8, 1824

PROCLAMATION! NOTICE is hereby given to the Freemen of the county of Susquehanna, that on FRIDAY the 28th day of October next, an Election will be held for the purpose of electing twenty eight citizens, to represent the State of Pennsylvania, as ELECTORS of President and Vice President of the United States. The election is to be held at the same places and time of day as the General Election, and to be superintended by the same officers who superintend and conduct the general election for the year 1824, will please to take notice & govern themselves accordingly. P. STEPHENS, Sh’ff. Sheriff’s Office, Montrose.

WANTED, JOUREYMAN to the Shoe-making business. A good workman of steady habits will meet with encouragement by applying to T. Tewksbury.

CASH, Paid for Rags.

New Milford – Game protector Geo. H. Watrous and Tracey E. Richardson captured three men from Dickson City at Three Lakes, shortly after midnight, Thursday, who were using a large gill net to catch fish. The men were caught redhanded with 120 fish in their possession. They were brought before Justice F. I. Lott, who after hearing the evidence against them and their admissions of guilt, fined each of the three $112. The men were using a net about 200 feet in length and their catch consisted of pickerel, perch, sunfish and suckers. One of the men operates a fish market at Dickson City and the fish caught are sold from his market. It is alleged that he was arrested and fined previously for illegal fishing near Hop Bottom. A few men with a large net can take sufficient fish of propagating age to render fishing negligible for years to come.

Wyalusing – Hotel Wyalusing has enjoyed a reputation over a wide section as being one of the best small city hostelries in the state and has been improving and renovating, transforming it into one of the most attractive hotels imaginable. The kitchen and laundry equipment is elaborate for a hotel outside of the large cities, and everything denotes an air of cleanliness and comfort for guests. Sunday dinners are now being featured. A trip down the beautiful Wyalusing valley provides a most pleasant diversion. [One hundred years later the hotel and restaurant is still open to the public.]

Dimock – Mrs. Grace Howells will serve hot lunches at her home to the school children and anyone wishing same. Hot cocoa, sandwiches, one hot dish, peaches, cake or pudding can be obtained. Mrs. Howells will also sell baked stuff of any kind to the people of Dimock, provided the food has been ordered in advance long enough to give her time to prepare the same.

Jackson - Miss Gertrude Pease has gone to Mansfield where she will take the regular teaching course. ALSO C. F. Whitney and son, M. C. Whitney, have purchased a flock of sheep for their farm. The Messrs. Whitney are among the most successful sheepmen in the county.

Birchardville – Dayton Birchard, of this place, who graduated from the Montrose high school this spring, will enter Colgate College this fall. [Dayton Birchard eventually became the principal of Montrose High School.]

Susquehanna – Defense Day was impressively observed in Susquehanna, the community turning out in large numbers for the parade. Jack Palmer, marshal, led the parade on horseback, which was about three quarters of a mile in length. Businessmen and employees, Boy Scouts, fire company, G. A. R., Woman’s Relief Corps and many more organizations were part of the parade. The exercises were brought to a close with two songs and a verse of “America,” in which all joined. The business places were all lighted during the evening and flags decorated many residences along the line of march.

Brooklyn – On Monday morning, Sept. 15th, school opened in the new building constructed by the Whipple Bros, of Laceyville, at a cost of $30,000. There were 175 pupils in attendance, and more will enter later. Much satisfaction is expressed in the completion of the building and it is hoped that our citizens will show their continued interest in the further equipment of all the departments and in the improvement of the grounds.

Hop Bottom – The foundation has been made for the new annex, which is to be built in connection with the M. E. church.

Hallstead – The Conrad Motor Co., of Scranton, has rented the Rogers Garage on Main Street, from J B. Rogers, on a long-term lease. Mr. Rogers is having a large garage built at his home on Main street.

Montrose – Owing to the growing demand for Delco Light plants in the rural districts, the Breese Electric Co. has just ordered a carload of the plants to be shipped. With the days steadily growing shorter the farmer can greatly increase profitable working hours in his stables, and the enjoyment of his home, by having electric lights. Mr. Breese said that he always liked to be in the home of a farmer when the new lights are switched on for the first time. “It is a happy household,” he said, “and once they have them you could not induce them to go back to the ill-smelling, weak-illuminating and often dangerous oil lamps.”

Crystal Lake – Early Sunday morning the Crystal Palace was destroyed by fire. How the fire originated is unknown. Mrs. Margaret L. Evans was the owner of the property, and had conducted the business since the erection of the building eight years ago. The loss is a heavy one. There is no fire protection in the place. The fire was raging when discovered by the occupants who made a safe exit from their home.

Forest City – The burgess recently “bounced” all of his force of special policemen because of alleged criticism by members of the council and at the last meeting of the borough fathers, in announcing his action, stated that he would swear in as members of the force any persons recommended by the council. At the council meeting Leonard Payne said that some of the officers, at least, had endeavored to do their duty and he did not see why all should be censured because of the dereliction of a few. One of the city fathers stated his criticism of the force was to the effect that he had seen one “special,” on two occasions, locking up a man when the policeman was more “under the weather” than his prisoner.

Clifford – Our young folks who are attending college are preparing to return. Merl Colvin will go to the University of Pennsylvania for a medical course; Stanley Slocum returns to Bucknell to continue his course there; Miss Irene Colvin returns to Stetson hospital to complete her training as a nurse.

Thompson – Mr. and Mrs. Willie Parker and Mr. and Mrs. Willard Alexander, of Great Bend, drank a whole churn of buttermilk at Chauncey Burchell’s, Sunday. We were not given the dimensions of the churn, whether it was a gallon or a barrel.

Uniondale – Mr. and Mrs. B. T. Reynolds have invited the Grand Army men to dinner at their summer home. The post was named after Mathew McPherson and in connection with the dinner a reunion of the McPherson family will be held. There are but four members of the post living. They are: Theron Dimmick, Morris and Richard Davis and W. F. Gibson.