Montrose - The Bible Conference has been one of the very best ever held. Each year the conference appears to grow better and its influence draws people from all parts of the country. Besides Canada, people are coming to the conference from as far south as Florida and west to California, and many distant states are represented. Speakers are being heard from China, East Africa, South and Central America. ALSO Paul S. Sprout, a former Montrose boy, has won an enviable reputation as a bass singer though his concert work with the International Kiwanis Quartette, and all Montrose will turn out to hear him sing at the concert by the famous quartette in the Community Building, August 11th.

Gibson - Havens T. Lewis, aged about eighty years, passed away in the Barnes Hospital on Monday. Deceased was one of the best known men of that section. In his early manhood he was well known throughout the region as a horseman and had considerable skill in handling a “four-in-hand.” He sold ironwood to the old “Gravity Railroad,” running from Carbondale to Honesdale, hauling them with a large wagon to which was attached four horses. He was always in demand whenever the “band wagon” was to be driven. His wife and daughter, Mabel, survive; and two sons, Fred and Courtney.

Dimock - During the severe electrical storm last week a horse, valued at $200, owned by Douglas Mills, was killed by lightning while in the pasture. ALSO Frank Wilbur, who is getting along in years, seems to be the right man in the right place, here, as mail carrier. With his horse he is making four trips daily, not missing the train and also draws the goods for the store of Williams and Mills. ALSO Camp Meeting commences here on Thursday evening, August 12th, and continues 10 days.

Oakland/Great Bend/Susquehanna/ Lanesboro - There is a growing sentiment here that the opening of the road in the places named above, should be celebrated. The suggestion has been made that the Burgesses get together and plan a celebration. It has been suggested that the celebration be deferred until Fall when the new bridge, at Hallstead, has been opened.

Birchardville - Arthur Wilcox moved his family to their new home in Montrose, last week. ALSO Bruce Dayton and wife, of Geneva, NY, and Elmer Dayton, of New York City, were home for the Stone Reunion.

New Milford - About 50 old schoolmates who attended New Milford High School, around 35 years ago, gathered at A. F. Heitzman’s Cottage at Upper Lake, August 1st, for their annual reunion and picnic. Members were present from Scranton, Binghamton, and many other points. This event will take place again next year at F. N. Gillespie’s cottage, on Upper Lake.

Bradford County - A cannon ball, believed to have been used by General Sullivan during the Revolutionary War, was found by workmen on the state road work between Wysox and Rummerfield.

Forest City - Next week, from the 9th to the 14th, will be crammed with exciting moments when the two local fire companies, the Hillside and the Enterprise, combine to have an Old Home Week. The smoke eaters have been busy these many moons arranging for the week. There will be dancing nightly and a first class orchestra will furnish the music. $5,000 worth of wares for the concessions have already arrived and comprise everything from kewpie dolls to cut glass. Even the lowly Coney Island weiner will be vended. All the stands will be in the block between Depot and Center streets, which will be closed at night.

Thompson - Saturday night the Hardware store of Hathaway & Brown was broken into, also Mr. Brown’s barn was entered and robbed of his new Ford car. Small damage was done at the store. No clue as yet to the intruders.

Harford - On August 31st, the Northeastern Pennsylvania Soldiers Orphan School Association will unveil a bronze tablet and marker on the site of the former Harford Soldiers Orphan School. The marker will be of masonry, ten feet long, six feet high and four feet, six inches deep, and weigh nearly 20 tons. The Association purchased the grounds of the School within the past year and it is their intention, ultimately, to make a park of the grounds.

Ararat - S. T. Lingfelter, of Scranton, a Civil War Veteran, 81 years old, drove his car to Ararat lately to visit his niece, Mrs. C. D. Brooks.

Uniondale - Dan Gibson is at DeReuyter, NY, this week, driving the Gibson-Buller horses in the races. Frank Denio and Calvin Spencer are taking care of the horses. They expect to take the money.

Bell Chimes Go Back to 15th Century: The ringing of a bell, or bells, to give notice of the beginning of church services, and at daylight and darkness, is a custom lost in antiquity. The curfew was an ancient custom that has only recently passed away, and we still have the bell for a variety of useful purposes in our present day requirements. People visiting Europe for the first time are surprised at the melodies and peals of bells they hear. Some peals consist of as many as fifty bells, and the skill with which they are manipulated only comes after long practice in the art. Records show that there was a set of chimes about the year 850, which consisted of small suspended bells that were tapped with a wooden mallet.

News Briefs: A few years ago Pennsylvania was one of the “tail-enders” among the States in improved roads. The states were issuing huge bonds for the construction of macadam roads which wore out in a few years. When cement highways were proved practicable, the State adopted a building program which has put Pennsylvania in third place in the mileage of improved roads. New York leads, with Texas second.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, August 4, 1826.

LOST. A few weeks since, on the Owego turnpike, somewhere between Montrose and Beebe’s, eight or ten BAGS, some of which were marked B. Sayre.—Any person who will return said Bags to the owner shall be reasonably rewarded. BENJ. SAYRE. July 20, 1826.

CALL AND SEE. W. HAYDEN has a good assortment of SADDLES, BRIDLES, HARNESS, AND TRUNKS, &c. which he will dispose of for Neat Stock, Horses, Maple sugar, &c. A small assortment of the above articles will be kept for sale at Daniel Curtis’, in Montrose.

NOTICE. Public notice is hereby given to all persons interested in the estate of Eli Meaker, late of Silver Lake township, deceased, that the administrators on said estate have filed in the Register’s office at Montrose, for the county of Susquehanna, their accounts upon the administration of said estate, and that the same will be presented to the Orphans’ Court of said county for confirmation and allowance; at an Orphans Court to be held at Montrose, in and for said county, on the first Monday of September next. ASA DIMOK, Jr. Reg’r. July 29, 1826.

Silver Lake - Mr. J. T. Russell is spending some time at his summer home, “Sheldoncroft.”

Lawton - Mary McCarthy, daughter of Mrs. E. McCarthy, underwent an operation for appendicitis at the Packer Hospital, Sayre. The outlook is promising for her recovery. She is 12 years old.

Jackson - Many attended the Children’s Day exercises in the Methodist church. Recitations were rendered by a number of children. Rev. E. A. Silvernail made brief remarks after which a collection was taken for the education of worthy young people, who borrow money to go to school. The closing feature was a pageant entitled, “Youth.” ALSO Chicken dinners are being served at the Central Hotel, each Sunday. Many people from the city motor to Jackson every Sunday to enjoy these dinners.

Rush - Howard and Harold Swackhamer are driving new cars.

Montrose - Rev. and Mrs. L. B. Bryden will sing from station WBAX, Wilkes-Barre, on Tuesday evening, July 20. It is also probable that they will be accompanied by Prof. Wesley Gavitt, violinist, of this place. The station has a low wave length and radio fans who wish to “listen in” will probably locate it around 10 or 15 on the dials.

Brooklyn - “Old Folks” Sunday was observed at the M. E. church last Sunday morning, a feature of which was the old folks’ choir, all the members of which were over sixty years of age. Mrs. Vaughn was the accompanist and Mrs. J. S. Wright sang a very pleasing solo.

Thompson - Saturday night last, a party of five on their way from Scranton enroute to Orson, when near the trestle, collided with an auto coming in an opposite direction and the car and occupants were hurled into a near-by creek. Fortunately for them, just at that time, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Crosier and Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Page, on their way home from Jackson, arrived on the scene, and finding some one in trouble, stopped and assisted them as best they could, and took them in their car to Mr. Crosier’s, where they remained until later. Merrill Hathaway, (one of the garage firm), took his car and drove them to their destination, at Orson. Strange to say, all escaped injury but the car was badly damaged. The next day, however, the car was repaired at Paye’s Garage, and the man and his family went on their way rejoicing. (While these people were scrambling up the bank and trying to get their bearings, seven other auto loads happened along, and like the “priest” and the “Levite.” passed by on the other side, without even inquiring into the matter, or offering any assistance. In this case, who were the good “Samaritans?”)

Welsh Hill, Clifford Twp. -J. W. Davis, of this place, was a caller in Uniondale, Tuesday. J. W. has a fine crop of strawberries and has sold about ten bushels.

Oakland/Great Bend - The concrete road will be open for traffic on July 21. The concrete has been poured as far as Hickory Grove in both directions.

Williams Pond - At a hearing before Justice G. E. Gardner, two foreigners, arrested for fishing illegally at Williams Pond, were each sentenced to pay a fine of $25 each and costs. The arrest was made by Game Protector Watrous and Constables Arthur Smith and W. G. Benedict. The fishermen were from Plymouth and Hanover Twp.

“Timely Topics” - The writer of this article relates the following…”Since boyhood days the writer has heard of North and South Ponds, in Brooklyn township. They are, in reality, small natural lakes and beautiful places in which to fish or recreate. A few days ago I visited them for the first time. Charles E. Gere has, until recently, owned North Pond, but during the winter he sold it to John Lynn, of Scranton, who has been successful in promoting summer resorts and who owns the nearby South Pond, better known as Ely Lake. North Pond is the wilder of the two lakes, beautifully situated with wooded shores on all sides. I understand that employees of Mr. Lynn are already engaged in clearing up the underbrush and fallen debris around the lake as a preliminary to erecting cottages. The writers family and Mr. and Mrs. Gere, son, Robert, and daughter, Clara, spent a pleasant afternoon walking through the woods near North Pond. Mr. Gere is an ardent amateur naturalist, with more knowledge of outdoor life than many college professors. Not far from North Pond is a rocky ledge which later generations have christened “Sabin’s Chamber.” We were told that, in Miss Blackman’s history, mention is made of these rocks, as it was here that Captain Sabin (probably of Revolutionary fame) and one of Brooklyn’s first settlers, would lie in wait at night and then cautiously approach to shoot the deer that came to drink from the lake.”

Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers of Susquehanna County: JAMES WELLS—Born in Minisink region on Delaware river in 1750. By trade a millwright. In the days of the Revolution he owned and operated a mill, where he ground flour, which he furnished the Revolutionary army. He remained at the mill during the war and at its close was granted four sections of land, later moving to Clifford township, where he died in 1839. He married first, on May 16, 1771, Jane Westbrook and second Kate Van Auken, whom he married Feb. 13, 1787.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, July 14, 1826.

DEATH OF MR. JEFFERSON: Copy of a letter to the Post Master, at Baltimore, dated Charlottesville, July 4, 1826. “Mr. Skinner—I give you a mere line to say, that MR. JEFFERSON expired today, at 10 minutes before 1 o’clock.—It is an event which has been hourly expected for three or four days past. Your friend, PETER MINOR.” Mr. Jefferson lived, as nearly as possible, fifty years after his great work, the Declaration of Independence, had been proclaimed. In the half century, what mighty revolutions had he witnessed in the world, and what inestimable and countless blessings had he seen poured upon mankind from that declaration, as from a Cornucopia. He might well exclaim, “Lord, now lettest thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word, for mine eyes have seen thy (political) salvation.” D. Press.

The venerable JOHN ADAMS, died at his residence, at Quincey, (Mass.) on the 4th of July, at 5 o’clock P. M.”

Accident—On Friday last, a child of Mr. Rogers, of Dundaff, in this county, about two years of age, was run over by the stage coach and so dreadfully bruised that it survived but a few moments after. We understand that no blame is attached to the driver of the carriage.

Bandits Hold Up Gas Station on the Trail: Many shots are exchanged between racing cars. Bandits abandon stolen car when gas gives out. One bandit uses truck and touring car in escaping. This happened on the Lackawanna Trail between Hallstead and Nicholson and described as being in a state bordering on open warfare. A trio of men held up the gas station on the hill between Hallstead and Conklin, securing $2.00 in cash and a quantity of cigarettes. Constable Chas Culver was called to stop them when they came in sight at New Milford, but the robbers turned about just north of the railroad underpass. The car pursuing them was going so fast that the robbers had an opportunity to gain on them down the trail before the officers’ car could be turned around. Running out of gas the robbers jumped into the woods. Meanwhile, state troopers joined forces with those from New Milford. They learned that the robbers secured a truck, at gunpoint, but the tire blew out and the truck was abandoned. A lone bandit held up a touring car, forcing the driver to leave the machine, and with this he apparently made his escape. At this time no captures have been reported.

Brooklyn - News of the death of Willis T. Lee, of Washington, D. C., on June 16th, came as a shock to his many friends this town. He was born in Brooklyn in 1864, son of John and Louise Garland Lee. He was a graduate of Wyoming Seminary and Wesleyan College, in the field of geology. He received his doctorate degree at Johns Hopkins in Philosophy and was head of the school of Geology in Oklahoma University and later a lecturer at Yale. He was in the employ of the U. S. Geological Society since 1902, spending a large part of this time in the western states. Probably his greatest contribution to science was in the survey of Carlsbad Cavern, in New Mexico, which was done at the request of the National Geographic Society, in 1923. His wife, Mary Ingham Lee, and daughter, Elizabeth, survive him. Also, a sister, Miss Evalyn Lee, a painter of some note and a younger sister, Miss Alice Lee, an author of several books.

Fairdale - Notice to Prospect Hill Telephone subscribers. The Fairdale exchange will be closed on the first and third Sundays of each month, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 7 to 9 p.m. and on the second and fourth Sundays from 1 to 6 p.m. Closes every evening at 9 o’clock. Only physician and emergency calls being attended to after that hour. Mrs. Donahue, Operator.

Dimock - An ice cream social will be held in the community building, for the benefit of the Dimock Library, on the evening of June 2nd. Mr. Cholerton will give a free movie in the building that evening, a continuous picture.

Friendsville - Wm. P. Lynch made a pleasant call to The Democrat and reported that the dirt roads to Montrose, via St. Joseph and Forest Lake, are in excellent shape.

Montrose - Upcoming films at the Ideal Theatre are:“The Phantom of the Opera,” with Lon Cheney; “The Volcano,” with Bee Daniels and Wallace Berry; “A Thief in Paradise,” and “The Fast Worker.” ALSO The Downie Bros. Circus played here to large crowds. A little excitement was caused by the arrival of H. E. Taylor, of Scranton, a state inspector under the child labor laws, who arrested the management for permitting children under 16 to perform. Two small boys acted as clowns and a 14 year-old girl did ground tumbling and trapeze acts, while another small boy was tossed about in acrobatic stunts. State laws do not permit children of tender years to do circus acts. ALSO A killing frost visited many sections of the county on Saturday night,

Harford - John A. Sophia, aged 89 years, a native of this place, died after a lingering illness on June 19, 1926. He was well known as a music teacher and director. No resident of Harford township stands higher in the estimation of the people than did this fine type of Christian man. His loss is keenly felt.

Wayne County - Whether they were a Godly lot of men or not, the Wayne county pioneers must have been familiar with Holy Writ. It boasts of a Canaan, Salem, a Damascus and a Galilee, Lord’s Valley, Bethany, Egypt and the Promised Land.

Oakland/Great Bend - The new road from here should be known as the “Joe Smith Trail,” inasmuch as it passes the place where Joe Smith wrote the Mormon Bible, and courted the Hale girl, with whom he eloped from this place to Palmyra, NY. The road should have signs at the Great Bend, Windsor and Susquehanna intersections, calling attention to the fact that it is the “Joe Smith Trail.”

Towanda, Pa. - Towanda has an odd ordinance which is to be enforced from now on. It requires motorists to bring their cars to a dead stop before entering the borough from any direction. The pavements have been painted and large signs erected at the entrances to the borough. These signs give traffic rules enforced in the borough, and when the motorist stops, he or she has time to read the signs and know what to expect if traffic regulations are ignored.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - Ned Parks was here and got some chestnut poles to use for putting electric wire from the main line to his home.

Uniondale - The marriage of Florence, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Williams, to Kenneth, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Cable, is to be held at the bride’s home on June 19th.

Forest City - Louis Volk and Louis Lovrich received their final citizenship papers from Judge Johnson, in Scranton. They were accompanied by Frank Kotar, Frank Koser and John Dutchman.

Thompson - The annual convention of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union was held June 16th. The Crusade Psalm was read and the Crusade Hymn was sung. Address by Mrs. E. W. Lott, of Springville.

South Gibson - Peter Patent, a Civil War veteran, died suddenly at his home on June 18. Interment was made in South Gibson cemetery. [Peter was a member of Co. B, 143rd Regt. PA Volunteers.]

“200 Years Ago,” from the Montrose Register, June 23, 1826.

MARRIED. In Kent, CT, on Thursday the 8th inst., by the Rev. L. P. Hickok, Mr. Albert Beardsley, of Auburn, Pa., to Miss Eliza R. Geer, of the former place.

DIED. At New Milford, on the 16th inst., Mr. John Foot, aged 72 years. His civil and moral virtues endeared him to all his acquaintances, and his benevolence was never limited to the sphere of his own observation. In short, he was a man.

INFORMATION WANTED.  HIRAM P. EDWARDS left this town in Sept. last, on a journey to the state of Ohio, since which he has not been heard from. If living he is earnestly requested to communicate by letter with his eldest brother. Any person having knowledge of said Hiram P. will confer a favor of magnitude on his aged Father and family, by addressing a line to Jason Wilson, Esq. P. M. Great Bend, Susquehanna co. Pa. N. B. Printers in the middle section of the U. S. will confer a favor by giving the above an insertion in their respective papers. Great Bend, June 8, 1826.

THE MONTROSE ARTILLERY are requested to meet at the house of D. Curtis, in Montrose, on the 4th of July next, at 9 o’clock, A. M., armed and equipped. B. DIMOCK, Capt. June 24, 1826.

Montrose - Probably no musical gathering ever held in the county is attracting more widespread interest than the Violinists Convention, to be held here on June 11, is doing. Fifteen people have enrolled in the “Old Fiddlers’ Contest,” which is to be one of the features of the evening program. Some of these are men well past the three-score and ten mark, and they will play the old-time tunes with a zest and trueness characteristic of the “barn dance” days.

Susquehanna - W. A. Southwell is visiting his daughter, Mrs. C. Wright Glidden, Mr. Southwell spent the past winter in Atlanta, Ga. On Memorial day here he participated in the exercises with the G. A. R. members. Mr. Southwell, who is 84 years of age, served in the Union Army during the Civil War, and was wounded at Gettysburg. His division sustained terrible losses in the fighting at Gettysburg, but was “in at the finish.” On his way north from Atlanta, Mr. Southwell visited Valley Forge and Brandywine, going over those historic fields. He has lived to see the old wounds of the Civil War healed and to welcome into his family, as daughters through marriage of his sons, two southern girls whose fathers, as Confederate soldiers, fought against his regiment several times during the great War of the Rebellion.

New Milford - The graduation exercises of the high school were held in the town hall on Tuesday evening, June 1. Those in the class are Helen Casey, Margaret Morgan, Gladys Cullings, Catherine Houlihan, Mary Stockholm, Charlotte Norris and Carl Pressman.

Birchardville - The Memorial Day exercises, held at the church, were enjoyed by a number of people from Binghamton, New Milford, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Forest Lake and Lawsville, as well as our home folks. After a fine talk by the pastor, the children formed in line and with flags and wreaths marched to the cemetery and decorated the thirty-seven soldiers’ graves. Henry C. Spafford, our only remaining soldier, was with us.

Jackson - Clinton Kishbaugh has opened a lunch stand on the Susquehanna road. He carries a full line of soft drinks, sandwiches, etc.

Dimock - The smaller of the two chicken houses, owned by Russell Dayton, caught fire from an oil lamp and burned to the ground last Monday evening. Fortunately the chickens all ran out and were saved. ALSO The graduating class of 1926 comprises Anna Benninger (Valedictorian), Doris Thornton, Leon Crisman, Martha Williams, Belle Grow, Violet LaRue, Mary Ely, Donald Roderick, George Heitsman and Ceylon Ely.

Forest City - Memorial Day was appropriately observed here. The American Legion had charge of the day’s program. Main street was an avenue of flags and the residences in other parts of the town, generally displayed “Old Glory.” The procession was not as large because of the threat of rain, but was of considerable length. Music was furnished by the Mozart Band. In the line were members of the legion, veterans of the Spanish American war, the borough officials, the fire department and a number of civic organizations.

Lenox - Chas. Powers, a life long resident of Lenox, died at his home, May 23. He was 77 years of age and is survived by his wife, Alice, and two sons, Frank H. of West Lenox, and Dr. F. T. Powers, of New Milford. Also one brother, Freeman Powers, of California. Mr. Powers was of the old pioneer stock, being a son of Hazard Powers, and grandson of Capt. Hazard Powers, who served in the Revolution and moved with his family and settled in Gibson township, in 1812.

Rushville - Born to Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Coleman, of this place, May 25th, 1926, a son, Christopher, Jr.

Brooklyn - Joseph Tewksbury played a violin of his own manufacture, at a contest held in Scranton, May 13th, and carried off third prize, a $10 gold piece. Mr. Tewksbury, who is over 80 years old, will play in the contest to be held in Montrose on June 11th. [The violin is on display at the Historical Society, in Montrose.]

Uniondale - Ira Curtis is building a store at Gettle’s Corners. Nelson Coleman doing the work. With the improvement of the road Ira forsees the Herrick corner as a busy one and is taking time by the forelock so as to be on the job when the traffic opens up.

Gibson - Eugene Maffett, of Langley’s Field, Va., is visiting his father, Thos. E. Maffett, in this place. He piloted the plane, C-714, from Langley’s Field to Mitchel Field, Mineola, L. I. He could not pilot this type of machine any nearer as it is not lawful for a government plane to land on a civilian field, but he is planning on having a “ship” of his own. There are citizens’ hangers near every national field. It will be remembered that Eugene Maffett was the American competitor of the international races held at Mitchel Field, in 1925. Although he is but 19 years old he is considered an”old-timer” in the air service.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - There was a white frost Monday morning. Forty-one years ago, the thirtieth of this month, the ground was white with snow. Will history repeat itself?

Thompson - Class night exercises will be held in the High School building, June 7. The class roll is Ruth Cassidy, Della Quick, Lamont Nelson, Mary Butler, Helen Crosier, Roland Buck, Merton Utter and Edward Carpenter.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, June 2, 1826.

MARRIED, on the 15th of May, in St. Matthews Church, Pike Twp., [Bradford Co.] by the Rev. S. Marks, Sackville H. Coxe, to Sophia, daughter of James Pieronnet, both of Susquehanna County.

MARRIED, On the 28th ult., by Rev. Charles R. Marsh, Mr. Jeduthan Nickerson, to Miss _____Smith, daughter of Isaac Smith, of Brooklyn.

DIED, In this town on Tuesday, May 23d, Melvin Fayette, son of John D. Stephens, aged one year and nine months.

ANTIDOTE — The best thing which can be administered to persons who have taken poison, in causing its ejection from the stomach, is a strong mixture of soap and water, given in as large quantities as possible.

NEW STORE. The subscribers, having formed a co-partnership under the firm of F. A. & E. BURROWS, and taken a store near Hickcox’s tavern, in Springville, are now opening an assortment of DRY GOODS, GROCERIES, HARDWARE, CROCKERY, &C. which they offer for sale on reasonable terms for prompt pay. They hope by selling cheap, and unremitting exertions to please, to deserve a share of patronage. FRANCIS A. BURROWS, EDWARD BURROWS.

LECHMORE POINT — Seventeen years since, the entire population of this now flourishing village, consisted of one old bachelor & two old maids. There are now three hundred and ninety-six children in the village.—“Boston paper.”

Montrose - Fiddlers met in the Community Building to rehearse for the Grand Opening Medley Overture to be played at the County Fair, September 9th and 10th. This promises to be the most unique musical festival ever promoted in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Those outside the building were able to catch the pulsing strains of such old familiar tunes as “Money Musk” “Turkey in the Straw,” “The Irish Washerwoman,” etc. There was music in the air. ALSO William Henry Clemons, aged 82 years, a native of Montrose, died at his home in Helmetta, NJ, on July 23. Deceased was the son of Henry and Eunice Clemons, the family residing at the corner of South Main and Wilson streets, where he was born February 11, 1844. The house was later moved to its present location on Wilson street, being a part of the Corfield property, and is now occupied by Irwin Cogswell and family. Mr Clemons went to Helmetta in 1889 and became associated with the American Snuff Co., manufacturers of snuff. His funeral was held at the home of his cousin, Henry S. Patrick, in Montrose.

Hallstead - The bridge over the Harmony creek has been closed while repairs are under way. This bridge has high approaches and heavy trucks, in leaving it, have forced the structure out of plumb for some distance. It is being relocated and more securely anchored.

Dimock - A most interesting game of baseball was played by the Binghamton Athletic Club and the local town team, scores resulting 11-5 in favor of the Dimock team. The Binghamton team will come here for another game, as they are playing a series of five games, and each team has won a game. Lineup is Bush, c.f.; Benninger, c.; Grow, 1st. b.; Hall, 2nd b.; Very, s.s.; Blancher, 3rd. b.; Newcomer, r. f.; Winans, l. f.; Roderick, p.; Roderick had twelve strike-outs.

Lanesboro - Repairs are to be made to the river dam here. Heavy planking is to be placed on the dam, and the work will be rushed while the river is at a low stage.

Welsh Hill, Clifford Twp. - D. J. Jones is helping Elmer Davis do his haying, as they are exchanging work. This very thing will have to be done in the near future, as help around here is scarce.

Lawsville - Children playing with matches on the Harold Beemer farm, set the barn on fire and one of the three small youngsters, Robert, two and a half years old, was burned to death. The mother heard the cries of her oldest son, Charles, and looking towards the barn saw that a load of freshly cut hay was blazing. She rushed to the aid of the children and snatched up the boy, who was four years of age, and his brother, William, less than six years old, and then went back to find the youngest child. She searched frantically but could not find him. Being burned on hands and arms, she left the building, and her husband attempted to rescue his child but the heat made it impossible. The two children were burned badly about the chest and face, and their sight may have been affected. The farm is located on the back road leading to Hallstead. There was no insurance on the barn or contents. The community sympathies with the stricken family.

Rush - Dr. and Mrs. A. G. Gary, of Walker, Iowa, and Dr. and Mrs. B. H. McKeeby, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, will spend a month with relatives in Hallstead, Vestal, Rush, Birchardville and Montrose. [Dr. B. H. McKeeby was the model for Grant Wood’s “American Gothic” painting. Dr. McKeeby was Wood’s dentist. He was born in Birchardville in 1867 and died in Cedar Rapids in 1950. His parents were Alfred and Rosanna Gary McKeeby.]

Hop Bottom - The barn of Joseph Filan was moved from its foundation last Thursday by the wind. Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp.- The wind storm missed us last Thursday, but it blew a silo down for Raymond Smith, one mile south of here.

Birchardville - A little daughter arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Fearnley, last week.

Forest City - An automobile accident occurred in Vandling with Ignac Grum, Hugh Melvin and George Kilpatrick occupying the car. They had started for work and one of them, having forgotten his dinner pail, were returning to get it. Traveling north at a lively clip, when at the street intersection east of Bartholomay’s store, their wheel caught on the bumper of Grant Oakley’s Dodge car, which was turning into Second street. The Ford was swung around, rolled over and rested upside down with the wheels still spinning. People in the neighborhood went to the rescue of the young men, expecting them to be seriously injured, but they escaped with slight injury to one of Kilpatrick’s fingers and a shaking up and hair raising experience for all of them. The Ford was not greatly damaged and Oakley’s car escaped with a bent bumper.

News Brief: Robert Todd Lincoln, only surviving son of President Abraham Lincoln, died at his summer home in Manchester, Vt. He would have been 83 years old August 1st. He was for many years president of the Pullman Co. He was secretary of war under Garfield and Arthur and minister to Great Britain during Harrison’s administration.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, July 28, 1826.

A letter from the University of Virginia states, that the disease of which Mr. Jefferson died was diarrhoee, of long continuance; that he was buried on the 5th inst. without any pomp or procession, in compliance with his dying request, in the cemetery of Monticello; and that he left a Memoir of his Life, which it is believed will be put to press immediately, and numerous papers, that are intended for publication some years hence. Major H. Lee has announced in the National Intelligencer, that the day of Mr. Jefferson’s birth was the 2nd of April, Old Style, which answers to the 13th of the New. The Faculty and students of the University of Virginia, have, severally, passed resolutions expressing their profound sorrow for his loss and their exalted opinion of his abilities and services, particularly with regard to the University and the cause of Science in general.

FORGIVING HUSBAND. Joseph Mathews, of Gardiner, says, “Where’s my wife Irena, Like Noah’s Dove, has returned to my bed, and Behaves as a pleasant wife, this is to revoke my former advertisement.” As he forgives so freely, does he forget as easily?

To the heirs and legal representatives of Labon Capron, in the county of Susquehanna, deceased. TAKE NOTICE, that an inquest will be held at the late dwelling house of Labon Capron, deceased, in the township of Harford, in the county of Susquehanna, on Monday the twenty-eighth day of August next, at ten o’clock in the forenoon of that day, for the purpose of making partition of the real estate of the said deceased, to, and among his children and representatives, if the same can be done without prejudice to or spoiling of the whole; otherwise to value and appraise the same according to law, at which time and place you are required to attend if you think proper. SAMUEL GREGORY, Sh’ff. July 10, 1826.

The Susquehanna County Historical Society will have a Civil War talk entitled “Susquehanna Union Volunteers” on August 4th, at 6 pm, at the Society, at 18 Monument Street, Montrose. This is a free event.

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION, AS RELATED IN THE MONTROSE REGISTER, JULY 7, 1829

THE CELEBRATION

On Tuesday last, agreeably to arrangements, the citizens of this and the neighboring towns assembled to commemorate the “fiftieth” anniversary of that great and glorious day, which declared that these states should be “free and independent.” About eleven o’clock a procession was formed, under the direction of Wm. Jessup, Esq. Marshal of the day, and marched to the Presbyterian meeting house, where the Exercises were commenced by an able and appropriate prayer by the Rev. B. Baldwin—then followed an address, suited to the occasion, with the reading of the Declaration of Independence, by Doct. Charles Fraser, after which an Oration, which would do honor to the head and heart of any gentleman, was pronounced by A. [Almon] H. Read, Esq.

At the close of the exercises, the procession was again formed, and proceeded in beautiful order to a well stocked table, prepared by E. Fuller. After the cloth was removed, the toasts which follow, were drank, accompanied by the discharge of cannon and the hearty cheers of the company, Jonah Brewster, Esq. presiding, assisted by Maj. Benj. Lathrop.

We cannot refrain from remarking, in this place, that, in our opinion this memorable event, which has called millions together, once in each year for fifty years, was never celebrated in a manner more honorable to all engaged, and more gratifying to the feelings of the moral and religious part of community, than the fiftiethanniversary. No drunkenness, no rioting, nor any thing occurred to disturb the good feeling which seemingly pervaded every bosom.

It was highly gratifying to observe, seated at the head of the table, twelve of the heroes of the Revolution, assisting, and seemingly participating in all the fervor of youth, with their children, and their children’s children, in the general rejoicing for the enjoyment of those privileges which they fifty years ago spilt their best blood to establish.

TOASTS

1. The day—While the nations of Europe celebrate the nativity of their monarchs—our Jubilee is the birthday of the nation, and of equal rights—May they emulate our example.

2. Our political institutions—The experience of half a century has tested their stability.

3. The memory of Washington.

4. The heroes and statesmen of the Revolution—The tears of national gratitude have bedewed the graves of the departed—may the survivors receive a more solid remuneration.

5. The President of the United States.

6. The Governor of Pennsylvania.

7. The Congress of the United States—More doing and less talking.

8. The Army and Navy of the United States—The best guarantee of peace.

9. Agriculture, Manufactures and Commerce —The three pillars of national prosperity.

10. Bolivar, the hero and statesman of the South —May no improper act ever tarnish his fame.

11. The Republics of the South —May their councils be guided by wisdom and union, peace and prosperity reign within their borders.

12. The expresidents of the United States.

13. The Ladies —God bless them.

VOLUNTEERS

The Orator of the day.

By Asa Dimock, Jr.—The Declaration of Independence—Who will doubt the inspiration of its author.

By J. Brewster, Esq.— General Jackson—He needs no fawning sycophants, no political Jesuits, to spread the glory of his achievements! His fame is as broad as the earth, and its height will extend to all succeeding generations.

By Wm. Salmon, Esq.—The United States America.— As worthy the emulation of all nations, as she is fearless of any.

By F. F. Jones — Correct principles against private interest. —The cause of the United States   Gaines upon the Troup of Georgia.

By Daniel Ross - Gen. Andrew Jackson—The retaliation for the eight dollar scalps sold to John Bull—the next president.

More news reported in this newspaper:

MARRIED. In Lenox, n Monday the 3rd inst. by J. B. Bill, Esq., Mr. Erastus Corey, to Miss Amy Bell, of the former place.

DIED. In Exeter, Luzerne co., on the 26th ult., Mr. John Harding, aged 63.

NOTICE. The person that borrowed the History of the late War, will please to return the same to the Subscriber immediately. DANIEL CURTIS.

Montrose - Packed House at Violinists’ Convention: An audience which packed the Warner Memorial Hall, taxing its capacity of 800 seats, with many glad to secure standing room, listened to a thoroughly enjoyable concert in connection with the “Old Fiddlers’ Contest.” It was, without doubt, one of the most interesting and appreciated concerts ever given in the county. Fourteen “old-time fiddlers” took part in the contest. Jehile Kirkhuff, of Rush township, winning the first prize, of $10, and E. B. Birdsall, of Friendsville, the second prize. In the contest each contestant played two selections. The contestants were: J. B. Kirkhuff, Charles Anderson, Rush; W. J. Stanley, Choconut; Earl Conklin, Brackney; Clarence Pratt, Lenox; Miss Irene VanCott, E. S Smith, New Milford; E. B. Birdsall, Friendsville; S. Snell, Forest Lake; C. L. Tewksbury, Brooklyn; A. H. Mead, Harford; Henry Button, S. Montrose; Arthur Freeman, Montrose. The playing of Charles Anderson on a “cigar box fiddle,” from which he got some real music, the dancing of Messrs. Bryden and Wilcox, and the duet by I. W. Oakley and J. Wesley Gavitt, were deeply appreciated. ALSO Fred Avery is driving a Star Six coupster, purchased from Bert M. Brown, Star dealer. Barry Searle, Sr., is also driving a new Star Four coupster.

Hallstead - Marcel Denney, while motoring on the Steam Hollow road, a few days ago, caught a large rattlesnake in the road which measured five feet, ten inches, and had fifteen rattles. He used a crotched stick to catch the snake, put a rope around its neck, tied it to the running board, and brought it into Hallstead. He intends to present it to Ross Park, Binghamton. Mr. Denney had the snake on exhibition for a short time, near Gows’ Garage.

Susquehanna - The Hornell shops and the Susquehanna shops have been placed on a five-day a week schedule until further notice.

Gibson - Electric lights have been installed in the M. E. church. ALSO Edwin Senior, a life long resident of this place, died on June 4, aged 76 years. Mr. Senior came to Gibson 75 years ago, from Connecticut. He was a charter member of the Gibson Star Grange. He has left to mourn his death his wife, two daughters, Bessie and Mary, and three grandchildren. Interment in the Gibson cemetery.

Roosevelt Highway - The new concrete highway between Browntown mountain and Meshoppen, on the Roosevelt Highway, has been completed and it is expected to be open for traffic by the 4th of July. This will make a beautiful drive over paved roads via Clark’s Summit, Lake Winona, Tunkhannock, Wyalusing to Montrose.

Clifford - Hiram Rivenburg and Emery Green, who had slight operations in the Emergency Hospital, a week ago, are doing nicely. ALSO Stanley Slocum is home from Lewisburg, where he has been attending Bucknell University.

Franklin Hill - The Franklin Hill Old Home Coming picnic will be held at the Franklin Hill church, June 24, 1926. Stunts, games, etc., will be a special feature. Each family please bring sandwiches, and two other articles of food. Also cups and silver for the family. Mrs. E. W. Melhuish, President and Mrs. Harry W. Williams, Sec’y.

Jackson - Married, at the home of the groom’s parents, at North Jackson, on Thursday, June 10, Raymond Page, of Jackson, and Miss Pearl Ainey, of Montrose, by the Rev. Renville, of Susquehanna. Only the immediate relatives of the family were present. Delicious refreshments were served, after which the happy couple left for the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. E. S. Jansen, of High Falls, NY.

Forest City - A pretty wedding was solemnized at St. John’s Greek Catholic church, when Miss Helen Korshnak, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Korshnak, became the bride of Joseph Warhola. Rev. T. M. Volley performed the ceremony in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives. ALSO The Crusaders S. S. class met at the home of Fred Linder on June 3. Mrs. A. Pentecost continued reading “Pilgrim’s Progress.” Dainty refreshments were served.

Uniondale - Daddy Douglas is constructing a band stand east of Dad’s restaurant. He expects to entertain the public with band music during the summer. ALSO Earl Payne has purchased a new master six Buick Coach. The best is none too good for Earl, who believes in stepping high.

News Brief: The political pot is seething in Bradford county, already, and before the Ides of November it is expected the candidates will be severely “burned.” A movement has been started to form a third party to defeat Hon. Frank N. Moore, Republican candidate for the Legislature. A coalition movement is being attempted by the Republican organization with the Democrats, which calls for the withdrawal of the present Democratic candidate and the putting forward of a Republican who can “lick Moore.” Moore has always been an “independent” and is the spokesman in Bradford of Governor Pinchot. It was he who persuaded the governor to upset all state road precedents and permit the construction of a cheaper type of road, in that county. This brought about the break between Pinchot and Paul D. Wright, secretary of the highway commission.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, June 16, 1826.

MARRIED. On Thursday, the 6th inst., by the Rev. Mr. Richardson, Mr. John Pastena, to Miss Sally Meriman—all of Lawsville. ALSO MARRIED: On the 8th inst., by Elder Davis Dimock, Mr. Henry Shelp, to Miss Betsy Maine, both of Bridgewater.

THE SUSQUEHANNA TROOP are requested to parade at Head Quarters on the 4th of July next, at 9 o’clock in the morning, properly equipped, to join in the celebration of the day. S. HODGDON, Capt. June 15, 1826.

CALL AND SEE. W. Hayden has a good assortment of SADDLES, BRIDLES, HARNESS, AND TRUNKS, &c. which he will dispose of for Neat Stock, Horses, Maple Sugar, &c. New Milford, May 10, 1826. N. B. Those wanting Military work can be accommodated before the next training.

DRUGS, DYESTUFFS, PAINTS, &C. The subscriber having just purchased the MONTROSE DRUGGIST STORE, lately owned by James Catlin, would inform the public that he has removed the same to his shop on Turnpike Street, where he intends to continue and extend the business so far as may be necessary to answer the demand in that line. The best of articles will be kept, and afforded to customers on as good terms as else where in the country. ASA HARTSHORN.

MILLINERY & MANTUA-MAKING. MARY WEST respectfully informs the public, that she has commenced MILLINERY and MANTUA-MAKING, at the house of Mr. Jonathan West, on the Owego turnpike, where she intends keeping an assortment of fashionable Fancy Goods. ALSO—Leghorn and Straw Bonnets cleaned and repaired. Bridgewater, June 12, 1826.

Montrose - Beach manufacturing company plant was the scene of a fire early Sunday morning, discovered by a group of young people returning from a dance. It originated in the forge room and warehouse, both wood structures. A concrete and steel main building prevented spread of flames. New concrete buildings will be built. ALSO Miss Gladys Williams will be manager of Greenwood’s Maytag Store, which will be opened in the Cruser block, South Main street. Miss Williams has had an extensive business experience and has the ability and qualities requisite for the position.

Brooklyn - Commencement exercises will be held on Friday evening, May 28th. There are eight members of the graduating class, as follows: Anna Collins, Ruth Nash, Dena Roberts, Dorothy Tiffany, Blanch Rettberg, Emery Jones, James Griswold and Thomas West.

Susquehanna - A large delegation of officials of the Erie and other railroads are expected here this week to look over conditions regarding the shops. A large part of the other buildings have been torn down and there are changes in connection with the local shops and the work, without doubt. Anything that means steady work for the employees will be very welcome.

Dimock - Sneak thieves are again busy in this place. About 200 chickens were stolen from E. H. LaRue, one night last week, and a quantity of canned fruit was taken from the home of Charles Roberts, the same night.

Great Bend - Concrete is being poured on the new state road from Hickory Grove to Great Bend. It is expected that the road will be ready for use by July 4th.

Williams Pond - A barn, silo, granary and milk house, on the Anthony Burgess farm, near here, were destroyed by fire of unknown origin. Destroyed in the barn was farm machinery and a cow and calf were burned to death. The fire was only partly insured, but Mr. Burgess plans to rebuild.

East Rush - Undertaker F. A. Bedell, and Dr H. M. Fry, returned on Friday from a 600-mile automobile trip to Piqua, Ohio. On the return trip they drove back a Meteor limousine hearse, which Mr. Bedell will use in connection with his business. It is a fine motor vehicle and one of the most elaborate in use in this part of the state.

Franklin Forks - Decoration Day will be observed as usual. A delegation will leave the Forks at 9 a.m. to decorate the graves of the old soldiers at Brookdale and Lawsville, returning to the Forks at 11 or 12. Rev. Nankivell, of Lake Como, will deliver the Memorial address at 2 p.m.

Birchardville - Last Thursday a Union Ladies’Aid was held in the Hall. The men united in digging the trench to convey water, from a spring on Mr. Edward Burr’s property, to the parsonage. Much work was accomplished and a grand dinner was served by the ladies. When the work is complete the parsonage will be one of the best equipped in the country, as a complete bathroom is to be installed.

South Auburn - A very pleasant social event was a reception given in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Robert LaFrance, who recently commenced housekeeping on the farm where Robert spent his boyhood days.

Forest City - The meeting of the borough council, with all of the city’s solons in attendance, was a clearance house for local troubles. Among those were the necessity of a sewer for the north end of town; the offensive odor that comes from a manhole on South Main street; the discussion of the cow question… Michael Kott thought they should not be allowed to run at large at night; also some merchants protested against peddlers being allowed to invade Forest City and compete with the local business men who have rents and taxes to pay.

Uniondale - It is said that the Grist Mill is for sale and there is much speculation as to who will be the buyers. The mill is probably the largest in the county. It was remodeled and enlarged by H. H. Hubbard, some 20 years ago, after its purchase by him from the late Edwin Corey. After Mr. Hubbard’s death it was run by the Spencer’s, of Thompson, and later Sherwood and Lowery had a thriving business there, they selling to the Mathews Milling Co., which recently went into bankruptcy. The mill is run with water power much of the year.

News Brief: The Musical Observer, published in New York City, has the following comment and photograph on a local musical organization: “Taylor’s Band, of Montrose, Pa., is a band of professional standing, composed of amateur members. They play a high type of band music and have won an enviable reputation in their section of the state.” There are not many bands in the country composed of such young musicians who have such unquestioned talent. It is a real honor to be thus recognized by such a prominent publication. [This band was organized by Maurice Taylor, and made up of his brothers and other boys in Montrose. It was the basis for starting a band at Montrose High School, I believe the year was 1927. Maurice Taylor went on to write “Easy Steps to the Band”and “Easy Steps to the Orchestra,” still used in schools throughout the United States. It was a progressive course for teaching full band, including all instruments.]

Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers in Susquehanna County. CAPT. JEREMIAH SPENCER. Native of New Hampshire in which state he enlisted in the war of the Revolution. Came from Renessaler Co., N. Y., to Springville township in 1801. Made first learning in township. Wife was Tirzah, sister of Judge Ashley, and they had sons, Daniel and Francis B., and five daughters. He died in 1825, aged 75 years, and was buried in the cemetery near Lynn, for which he gave the ground. His son, Francis, born Jan, 2, 1781, in Clairmount, N. H., married Naomi, daughter of Gideon Lyman.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, May 26, 1826.

MASONIC. Notice is hereby given, that the EVENING STAR LODGE NO, 206 will be established and constituted at the house of Philo Bostwick, in Middletown, Susquehanna county, on the 27th of May inst., at 10 o’clock in the forenoon. The brethren are invited to attend.

YOUNG BUCEPHALUS WILL stand for mares the ensuing season as follows: On Tuesday the 16th inst. at the stable of Edward Packer, Esq. in Brooklyn; Wednesday the 17th at Samuel Woodward’s in Springville; Thursday the 18th at John Buckingham’s in Montrose and return through New Milford to the stable of the subscriber on Friday. This route will be performed every other week throughout the season. TERMS—Two dollars the single leap, three the season and five to insure. HOSEA TIFFANY, JR. Harford, May 12, 1826

Brookdale - Serious damage was done by the severe hail storm which visited Brookdale, a short distance above Lawsville, and near the New York State line, on Sunday afternoon. Hailstones as large as eggs fell and in some instances broke through the roofs of buildings. Some of them measured from five to seven inches in circumference. One farmer estimates the damage done to his roof is excess of $100. Growing crops and fruit trees were also riddled by the large chunks of ice. At Hallstead hailstones went through the roof of the large American Chair Co’s plant. Windows were broken in residences and people who were caught out in the storm were pelted in a manner they will never cease to remember. Damage was also done in other parts of the county, but along the Susquehanna river it appeared to be at the worst.

Jackson - The East Jackson Cemetery Association is to be chartered and the work of caring for the cemetery will be carried on systematically. John Cheesbro was elected president.

Welsh Hill, Clifford Twp. - Rev. Saunder gave a very interesting and instructive sermon, Sunday last. Topic—“Common-Sense Religion.” Those who were not there missed a treat.

Thompson - Thompson enjoyed the 4th of July celebration. The marching Sunday School was led by two lady teachers. All were decorated in the National colors and marched valiantly, down to the smallest tot. “The Queen Esthers,” were conveyed on a beautiful float and carried a blue and gold banner. The Temperance Union was on an attractive float of flags and bunting. Thompson’s hardware firm furnished an imposing float which emphasized their own lines, and drew attention to the needs of farmers. The Community band was in line and much pride was taken in the High School band.

Harford - Tyler Lake is becoming a very popular summer resort. Many lots are being sold, and cottages erected.

Brooklyn - Louise Aldrich, Hiram Terry and Evelyn Tiffany are spending the week at the Girl Scout Camp at Ely Lake.

Montrose - Hilbert Melhuish, an employee at Beach Manufacturing, was seriously injured by a bar which Mr. Melhuish was using with a fellow machinist, in lacing a large spring in a sawing machine, when it slipped and struck him with great force, just in front of the temple bone. The bone was splintered and it was feared that the sight of one eye was destroyed. Later tests confirm the physicians belief that the eye has not been permanently injured.

Middletown - Charles Anderson is one of the best fiddlers in the county and is taking an active interest in the forthcoming county-wide “old fiddlers contest,” at the county fair.

Dimock - Miss Retha Noble was quite severely injured while driving the team to pitch off hay. The whiffletrees were unloosed by the bolt coming out and they struck her across the abdomen. Dr. Preston was called to her aid and she is able to be about again, fortunately.

Heart Lake - A reception was held for Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Rose in New Milford. The newly wedded couple have received many beautiful gifts of silver, cut glass, china, table linen, $82 in money and many other useful articles. There were about 75 friends and relatives present.

Upper Lake - The 11th annual reunion of the descendants of Homer and Harriet Tingley was held at the old Homestead, now occupied by Arthur Tingley and family, July 14. About fifty relatives and friends were present and a fine time was enjoyed. From now on the reunion will be held at the old Homestead.

Hallstead - Lt. Warren Simrell, Jr., son of Mr.and Mrs. Warren Simrell, has been placed in charge of the ill fated U. S. submarine S-51, which was rammed last September by the S. S. City of Rome and sunk off the coast of Connecticut, and which has recently been placed in dry dock at the Brooklyn Navy yard. Lt. Simrell was graduated from Binghamton H. S. in 1919 and from Annapolis in 1923. He recently was promoted from the grade of ensign to that of Lt. He has also qualified for the aviation branch.

Susquehanna - The friends of Charley Burrhus were shocked to hear of his death, which occurred at the home of his son, Lawyer Skinner, of Scranton. Mr. Burrhus was a veteran of the Civil War.

Forest City - A marriage license was issued to Wesley Gerdas, Forest City and Theresa Moore, of Vandling.

News Brief: The general pension bill raising the minimum monthly payment to all veterans of the Civil & Mexican wars, to $65, was signed July 3rd by President Coolidge. The measure also raises to $90 the monthly pensions to helpless or blind veterans of those wars and gives $50 a month to widows and all Army nurses of the Civil War.

Fifty-Year-Old “Iron Horse.” - Puffing its way from Baltimore, the largest passenger locomotive in use 50 years ago has taken its place beside one of the mammoth “iron horses”recently turned out by the Baldwin Locomotive Works, at an exhibit of that corporation at the Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition, in Philadelphia. The wonder-provoking engine of a half-century ago, which was one of the chief attractions at the Centennial Exposition in 1876, is a pitiful pigmy beside the massive locomotive designed for use in 1926. The Baltimore engine took a prize at the Centennial Exposition and its noisy and slow operation was a constant marvel while it was on view.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, July 21, 1826.

MR. JEFFERSON. We learn that the venerable and lamented Jefferson, the day before his death, expressed his desire to die on the 4th of July. And just before his death, his perfect readiness and willingness to die, and manifested but one regret that the Lottery which had been granted him, had not been completed, and his creditors paid. He desired that there might be no procession attending his body to the grave. He said that he had done for his country and mankind, all that he could, and that he now resigned his soul without fear to his God, and his daughter to his country.—We learn from the same source, that he has left his “Life” written by himself, ready for the press. He retained his faculties unimpaired to the last, and died, as we are informed, not only with resignation, but cheerfulness. Baltimore Chronicle.

New York, July 13.

PUBLIC MOURNING. Yesterday was set apart as a testimony of respect to the memory of Thomas Jefferson and John Adams. Business was suspended—most of the stores were closed. A funeral procession, consisting of the municipal authorities; the military; the officers of the Revolution; the Cincinnati; the officers of the Army and Navy; the clergy and citizens, repaired to one of our churches, where prayers were said and a funeral discourse pronounced. Every thing was conducted with solemnity and dignity—every citizen mourned sincerely the loss which our country has sustained. Noah’s Enquirer.

Great Bend - Trail Bandit Is Arrested: The young bandit who had a running pistol fight along the Lackawanna Trail, while riding in a stolen sedan, was apprehended by Chief of Police Terrell, of Hallstead, on Friday morning. The boy’s name is Jesse Thomas; he claims to be 17 years old—but looks older—and is credited with a reformatory record in New York state. Jesse, who likes “Jesse James’” stories, seemed rather proud of his exploits as a bold, bad man on the “trail” and it is said he couldn’t resist talking about making the police hustle. “What’s the use of doing heroic, wild west stuff, if you have no audience,” Jesse confided in some companions. When the Chief of Police went to arrest Jessie, the door opened and the chief found the muzzle of a 38 calibre revolver pressed against his abdomen. It was not what he expected, but he managed to cow the young desperado into submission and took the gun away from him. Had Jesse been content to keep a closed mouth and not boast of the affair, his part in it would probably still be a mystery.

“Old Fiddlers’ Convention and Contest”: will be staged at the county fair, in Montrose, on September next. Notices are now being sent into every township and borough of the county to recruit every one of the fiddlers who are competent to play the favorite old tunes and jigs. One hundred of the best players will be selected for the Grand Opening Medley Overture. Imagine the thrill of hearing 100 crack fiddlers play “Money Musk,” or “Turkey in the Straw,” in unison. The program will include exhibitions of square dancing by those who have not forgotten the old steps and some country clog dancing. You must register now.

Montrose - J.J. Burke is having the foundation prepared for an apartment house and market which he will erect on the site of the former Exchange Hotel on South Main street. The new building will be set back from the street and have a broad veranda in front. Mr. Burke is planning to start an up-to-date fruit, vegetable and sea food market on the first floor of the three-story structure.

Hallstead - Alvin Tallon, a 16-year-old boy, died a few hours after taking a swim in the Susquehanna river. About an hour after coming from the water, he became ill and he passed away within a few hours. He had suffered attacks of heart trouble previously and it is probable the effect of the cold water resulted in death. He was an orphan, his father, Arthur Tallon, having met death while in bathing, twelve years ago. He lived with his grandmother, Jennie Tallon. One brother, James, a student in Girard College, survives him.

Springville - Several members of our orchestra went to Tunkhannock to assist in an entertainment given by their leader, J. W. Gavitt. Mr. Gavitt, of Montrose, deserves much credit for the work done by the orchestra.

Lynn - The two-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nesbit Fitch, died on June 26, while they were returning from consulting a physician.

Forest City - Those who saw the live banquet hall of the Muchitz hotel, were loud in their praise of the improvement that Mr. Muchitz has made. The hall has a seating capacity of several hundred and fills a long felt want in the community.

Dimock - The Dimock camp grounds are greatly improved by the addition of a fine, new iron gate, with name of the grounds in big letters at the top of the gate, which is most ornamental as well las useful. A handsome iron fence now encloses all the front part of the grounds.

Auburn Center - Cleon Stevens has recently purchased a Willys-Knight car.

Uniondale - About forty relatives, including children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, gathered at the home of Theron B. Dimmick on Sunday,June 27, to celebrate his 82nd birthday.

Elk Lake - Several new cottages have been built in the summer colony near the Lake.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - As Mr. Zemes’ truck, which was loaded with 35 cans of milk, going to the station, it was crowded off the road on the cross road near the Tyler school house and spilled a lot of milk.

Susquehanna - John T. McMahon, a prominent meat dealer, passed away, suddenly, at an early hour on Friday morning. He was stricken in bed and rolled to the floor, lifeless. His 12 year old son found him and summoned his uncle, S. J. McMahon, who called Dr. Washburn, but he had passed away.

Brooklyn - Where-ever you plan to spend the “Fifth” do not forget the community get-together at the school building. Bring the children and their fire works and let them enjoy the evening in a safe and sane way. A Stephen Foster song festival will be presented by the Musical Club, with “Susie’s Kitchen Band” as a leading feature. Everyone come.

Thompson - A Fourth of July celebration will be held in this place, Monday, July 5th. Among the interesting features of the day will be a parade, consisting of floats, fantastics, etc. Two ball games, flag raising and an address by Rev. Mr. Newton, of Honesdale, will be given.Two bands will furnish music. Dinner will be served by the ladies of the community.

Aged Fisher Folk: A considerable number of persons, past 80 years of age, have applied for fishing licenses this season. And while there are many women who have licenses, the oldest of these is Mrs. Lovanda Pickering, of Thompson, who admits 75 years. Men over 80 years who have received licenses in the county are: R. F. Davies, Uniondale, 87; G. W. Gillett, New Milford, 87; John Huntley, New Milford, 86; G. W. Martin, Montrose, 85; I. W. Sinsabaugh, Hopbottom, 81; William Smyth, South Gibson, 82; S. L. French, Thompson, 82; E. A. Jenner, So. Montrose, 80; C. H. Mathews, New Milford, 80; A. L. Titus, Hopbottom, 80.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, June 30, 1826.

DIED. In Springville, on Sunday the 25th inst., David Stevens, aged 20 years, son of Simon Stevens.

ORDER OF PROCESSION, FOR THE 4TH OF JULY NEXT: 1. Band of Music; 2. Citizens. 3. Standard and Guard. 4. Infantry and Rifle companies. 5. Gentlemen and Ladies. 6. Civil Authority. 7. The Clergy. 8. Committee of Arrangement. 9. President and Vice President.  10. Orators. 11. Chaplains. 12 Revolutionary Soldiers. 13. Artillery Companies.

ORDER OF EXERCISES: 1. Introductory Prayer. 2. Address, and Declaration of Independence. 3. Instrumental Music. 4. Oration. 5. National Ode. 6. Religious Address. 7. Sacred Music. 8. Instrumental Music.

Uniondale - G. E. Douglass has purchased a barrel of Dowflake, a white powder, which he will use in front of his store and residence to keep the dust down. ALSO An impressive Memorial service was held in the M. E. Church. Excellent music was furnished by the Uniondale orchestra, also the men’s choir and quartet. Flags and relics of the war decorated the church and the three local remaining Civil War veterans, T. B. Dimmock, Richard Davis and Emmet Gibson, occupied seats of honor near the pulpit.

Montrose - At a meeting of the United Fire Co., the Purchasing and Ordering Committee was instructed to purchase fire equipment suitable for the town, but not a “pumper” engine. It is believed a truck, chemically equipped, may be secured, which could later be converted into a  pumper. ALSO Fred T. Mack, proprietor of the Subway Lunch, has purchased a lot on Cherry street from Mrs. Regis Dolan and Miss Pauline McCollum. A barn is located on the lot and Mr. Mack is considering moving it down nearer the street and converting it into a bungalow. ALSO Carpenters are at work tearing down the Odd Fellows Hall block, which will be erected on the site of the burned Exchange Hotel, by John J. Burke. Mr. Burke will convert the building into an apartment house. Owing to its size it was found impracticable to move the building through the streets.

Pleasant Valley - Friday morning, June 4, we had a frost. It still continues cold for June.

Brookdale - The Brookdale Telephone Company held a meeting at Tingley Hall. The same officers were elected for another year. Fred Mott, of Corbettsville, was granted the privilege of adding a phone to his garage.

Harford - The following graduated from the Vocational School: Rachel Michael, Pauline MacNamara, Mary Resseguie, Claude Barnes, Robert Chamberlain, Mary Courtright, Beatrice Davis, Lynn Gardner, Herbert Hall, James Hugh, Wayne Jesse, Kenneth Michael, Charles Oakley, Hazel Palmer, Mildred Seal. The McNamara Orchestra, from So. Gibson, gave many pleasing selections. The orchestra consists of Mrs. G. L. MacNamara and son and daughter.

New Milford - Miss Viola VanCott, who has been teaching in the schools in Kirby, Wyoming, for the past year, has returned to her home for the summer vacation.

Clifford - Memorial exercises were well attended. The old soldiers’ graves were decorated with flowers by the children of the Sunday school.

Springville - Harry Gavitt, our tonsorial artist, has sold out his business to Bruce Lake, but still retains the barber trade at Dimock. He is driving a new car.

Hop Bottom - Mrs. Button enjoyed another birthday She was 94 years old, and received a beautiful cake with ninety-four candles on it.

Brooklyn - Wm. S. Tiffany and family motored to Philadelphia to attend the Shriners convention and the opening of the Sesquicentennial exhibition. Mrs. Tiffany visited relatives in the city.

Rush - The graduates of the Rush high school, excepting two, have returned from a trip to Niagara Falls.

Lenoxville - Earl Carr, of this place, has his lunch room and gas station nearly completed, along the concrete road, just beyond Clifford.

Herrick Center - Mr. and Mrs. John Jones have been at Scranton, since Saturday, called there by the sudden death of their eldest son, Harry Jones, founder of the Woodlawn Dairy Company.

Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers of Susquehanna Co. JONOTHAN MOXLEY. Came from Groton, Conn., and settled in New Milford township in 1814. The name of his father, Joseph Moxley, appears on the monument at Groton as among those slain at the massacre of Fort Griswold. Jonathan served in that contest but was never regularly enlisted. He died in 1849, aged 89, and is buried in the cemetery in New Milford borough. He had seven children. His wife, Sally, died in 1826, aged 67. JOTHAM PICKERING. A native of Meriden, Mass., and a soldier of the Revolution. Came to settle in New Milford, but in 1798 moved to Gibson township, with his wife, Ailsa, four daughters and five sons. Children who became adults, Henry, John, Preserved and Corbett Potter; Leah, wife of William Tripp; Mrs. Aden Cramer; Nabby Ann, wife of Henry Miller, of Clifford; Polly, wife of James Waterman, of Wayne county. He died in 1809, aged 50.

News Brief: An autoist, who had just come from Vermont, on June 3, said that in that state there was still snow on the ground. As late as the middle of May there was sufficient ice in the harbor at Buffalo to impede shipping. The extreme cold weather all over the country is being felt even in the south, where it has affected the cotton crop, it is believed. ALSO The State will oil the following roads in Susquehanna county the week of June 12th. Between Montrose and Bridgewater; Montrose and Tiffany; Nicholson and Lenox; Forest City and Clifford.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, June 9, 1826.

DIED, In this borough, on the 30th ultimatum. Mrs. ________ Hodgdon, wife of Samuel Hodgdon.

To extract grease spots from Linen—The following method is not generally known, and is certainly the most simple and (we speak from experience) the best we ever met with:—Take magnesia in the lump—wet it, and rub the grease spots well with it; in a little time brush it off, when no stain or appearance of grease will be left. —Housekeeper’s Magazine.

SURVEYING. The subscriber having furnished himself with a first rate COMPASS, and other instruments for surveying, gives notice that he will devote his time to this business. Aware of the consequent injury of bad work, he will make it his primary object to avoid it. His charges will be reasonable, and his work warranted accurate. Where work is confined to him alone, he pledges himself that it shall be done with promptness and fidelity. JOSEPH W. GARNSEY, Deputy Surveyor for Susq’a Co.

To Preserve Cucumber Vines. As this is the season for planting Cucumbers, it may not be amiss to remind those concerned, that to sow Buckwheat in rows around the hills, at the same time the Cucumbers are planted, will preserve the vines against the ravages of the streaked bug which is generally so destructive to them. This discovery was published a year ago, and several of our subscribers who tried the experiment found it to be effectual. Palmyra Sentinel.

BLACKSMITHING. The subscriber having purchased the shop formerly occupied by Daniel Curtis, respectfully informs the public that the above business, in all its branches, will be carried on at the said shop. All calls will be punctually attended to and work done to the satisfaction of his customers. EMBLEY SHAFER, Montrose.

New Milford - In the prothonotary’s office, yesterday, nine suits in trespass were instituted against the New Milford Water Co., and damages aggregating $160,000 asked by the plaintiffs. These actions arise out of the recent typhoid epidemic in that place, in which it is charged the defendant company, by its neglect, brought about either the death or illness of certain parties.

Hop Bottom - The funeral services of the late Pardon Lindsey were held from his late home, May 15th. Mr. Lindsey was an aged member of the G. A. R., and he had not been in good health for some time. Interment in Brooklyn cemetery. He leaves a son, Dr. Ernest Lindsey, of Scranton. [Pardon Lindsey was a private in Co. F., 141st Regiment, PA Volunteers.]

Brooklyn - A suit for damages against the County Light & Power Co., was instituted in the county courts during the week. Civil action being sought by Olin Mittan and his son, Jack, for damages of $20,000. It is alleged that the boy, who is 7 years of age, on Sept. 13th last, grasped a high voltage wire as he walked along the streets of Brooklyn. He received a severe shock and it resulted in the loss of use of his left hand, withering the arm and permanently disabling it.

South Gibson - Earl H. Conrad died at the Johnson City General Hospital, May 15, 1925, as a result of an injury to his right arm which necessitated its amputation. Deceased was a former resident of South Gibson, and was 53 years of age.

Lawton - A son, Clifford Lawrence, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. E. Bennett, at Sunny Slope, Lawton, on May 16th.

Forest City - Mrs. Michael Kane, one of Forest City’s pioneer residents, passed away at her home on North Main street. Deceased was born in Ireland 83 years ago. Her maiden name was Bridget Gibbins. She was united in marriage to Mr. Kane in 1867. They came to America in 1871 and five years later took up their residence here, where deceased has since resided. Mr. Kane died June 4, 1916. Mrs. Kane is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Mary Connelly and Mrs. Arthur Kelleher, of this place; Mrs. Gregory Walsh, of Vandling, Mrs. Thomas Jennings, of Scranton.

Herrick Center - Edmund Flynn, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Flynn, distinguished himself when the Penn State Frosh defeated the University of Pittsburg Freshmen track team by a score of eighty and a third to fifty-four and two thirds. Flynn, with Offenhauser, West Philadelphia star, and Whitmore, former Wyoming Seminary flash, made up the State quarter mile team.

Montrose - Earle Wootton, an attache of The Democrat,attained his 21st year, May 18th. As a birthday gift, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Wootton, presented him with a round-trip ticket by airplane from Binghamton to Owego and Waverly, NY. Earl enjoyed the trip greatly, but said it was far more pleasant going up than it was coming down. Our best wish for the venerable young man is that he comes down in the future only enough to maintain proper equilibrium. ALSO John J. Burke has offered to purchase the Odd Fellows Hall building, which is to be removed from the lot in order to provide a site for the new St. Paul’s Episcopal parish house. The building is so wide that it will, with difficulty, be moved down South Main street, where Mr. Burke proposes placing it on the foundation, formerly occupied by the Exchange Hotel, burned a year and a half ago. The telephone company has been asked to remove four or five poles on South Main to permit the passage of the building down the street, and is to come to a decision this week, it is understood. Mr. Burke plans to convert it into a hotel. ALSO Wm. Lathrop, whose death occurred May 10, was a descendent of Rev. John Lathrop, who came over from England in 1640, having been persecuted and put in prison for preaching the truth, finally liberated, and with his family and 30 members of his church, came to this country and settled in Barnstable, Mass.

Uniondale - Things are stirring around town these days. The Freeland Construction Co. is unloading its machinery to make the new concrete road from Balunas’ to Herrick Corners; the autos are buzzing; the leaves are sprouting; and the birds are singing. All’s well in Uniondale—even the detour. ALSO Pierce Dunn, of Ararat, former champion checker player of this vicinity, was in town looking for victims, yesterday.

Dimock - Griffen Taylor is installing electric lights in his garage and home.

Birchardville - Mothers’ Day was observed at our church last Sunday and enjoyed by all present. Each mother was presented with a bouquet of flowers. The oldest mother of our neighborhood, Mrs. W. C. Tilden, was present. Mrs. Tilden was 97 years old on the13th of May.

Jackson - The annual meeting of Jackson Cemetery Association will be held at the Baptist church, May 29th. Work will be done in the cemetery, improving lots and straightening monuments which have fallen over. Ladies are requested to bring sandwiches, cake, etc., for dinner.

Heart Lake - The Brown toy factory is well under way. Small tin and lead toys will soon be on sale.

South Montrose - Mark Lake is wearing a broad smile on account of the arrival of a 7 lb. boy, John Davis, at his home on May 9th.

Honor Roll of Revolutionary War Soldiers: CHRISTIAN SHELP - Native of New York. Came to Jessup township in 1812 with sons, John, Nathaniel, Henry, Stephen and Christian, Jr., and son-in-law, Charles Davis. He died in 1825 aged 65 years, and is buried in Fair Hill cemetery. Grave marked by D. A. R. His wife was Jane Freeman, 1760-1841. Catherine, his daughter, married Ezekiel Main, Jr., Jan. 15, 1824. Henry married Betsey Main, June 8, 1826; Christian married Hannah Pruyn, Feb. 15, 1821. He was private in the Rangers of Tryon Co., NY Militia, in Col. Frederick Nelson’s third regiment. In 1780 he served in Capt. William Swoop’s Co., Col. Fisher’s Regt.; Enlisted July 8, 1780 in Robert Yates Co.; July 5, 1783 in 3rd Red Tryon County, David McAllister’s Co.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Register, May 19, 1826.

MARRIED - In Gibson, on Thursday, the 11th inst., by J. B. Bill, Esq., Mr. James Johnston, to Miss Eliza Woodward, both of Gibson.

S. RICH & SONS, RESPECTFULLY acquaint the Ladies and Gentlemen of Montrose and vicinity, that they will open for exhibition, at the house of D. Curtis, in Montrose, on Monday and Tuesday the 22 and 25 inst., the TRAVELLING MUSEUM of FINE ARTS. Admittance 12 1/2 cents, children under 12 years of age half price. Music on the Ancient Jewish CYMBAL.

The Steam Boat Codorus, progresses successfully up the river, and was expected at Owego on Saturday last. She was at Towanda, on the 10th inst. and favored the citizens of that place with excursions up and down the river, much to their gratification.