Montrose – The annual lawn fete given for the benefit of the library book fund was an enjoyable and successful affair. A dashing shower in the middle of the afternoon had a dampening effect on some of the lawn booths, located on the spacious and beautiful grounds of G C. Comstock, and doubtless kept many away However, the receipts of the fete exceeded the previous high record of last year and at the present time the fund has reached $720.

Fairdale – The Comerford Construction Co., which is laying the concrete paving between Montrose and Fairdale, commenced he first actual spreading of concrete at the Fairdale end. The mixer was started near the store of Joseph West and at the conclusion of the afternoon’s work, at five, the force of men laid a stretch of 240 ft. in length. The concrete is being laid first, from Fairdale towards Montrose, as this more readily permits the hauling of sand, gravel and cement from Montrose, where it is unloaded from the Lackawanna trains. A huge derrick has been erected near the railroad track below the stockyards, which is equipped with a “clam shell” shovel, and this power-propelled machine unloads the cars rapidly, piling the materials in hill-like heaps.

Dimock – The Dimock Camp meeting begins Aug. 14 and ends Aug. 25.

Silver Lake – The management of Camp Red Cloud offers eighteen horses for sale. Here is a fine chance for parties desiring horses to secure excellent animals. They consist of jumpers, Kentucky saddlers, big workhorses, all good ages, sound and true.

Susquehanna – W. B. Main has lately started a new industry in this place, the manufacture of over-stuffed furniture and also mattresses. Part of he machinery has been installed and it is expected that within a few days the work of manufacture will be started. James Clay is experienced in the manufacture of these articles, while Mr. Main is financing the project. The factory is located in the former Barnes plant and it is a splendid industry for Susquehanna.

Forest City – Earl Tourje, in his travels as a trouble shooter for the Telephone company, takes his gun with him and many a woodchuck has been a victim of his unerring aim. Earl says he is getting in trim to bring back a deer the first day of the season.

Birchardville/Rush – Photographer H. A. Kelly, of this place, was in Montrose and showed an attractive picture of a huge American elm, which he took near Lawton. This tree is 14 ft. in circumference and 4 ft., 5 in. in diameter, and is estimated to be 125 years old. It is located on what is known as the Tucker farm, and was planted by Captain Tucker, a pioneer settler from Connecticut, on the day that his son, Levi, was born. The tree stands not far from the Roosevelt Highway and parties interested in state forestry have stated that it is the largest elm ever seen in the state.

Uniondale – Whew! But didn’t our baseball team administer a crushing defeat to the Jackson team. Well, the score stood 24 to 12 in the final frame. Hobbs, of Forest City, was in the box for the Jacksonites, and Glenn Bayless did the trick for the locals. Uniondale is looking up, in a baseball way, and is being constantly reinforced. “Chick” Coleman is the efficient manager.

Gibson – James Evans, Philip Richards and A. F. Lewis are driving new Maxwell cars.

North Jackson – The 56th annual reunion of the French family will be held at the North Jackson Methodist church on Wednesday, August 20. Mrs. George Estabrook is secretary.

Harford – A haying bee was held for Miss Mary Osmun and she wishes to express her sincere appreciation and hearty thanks to all who assisted. Sixteen men and boys did the work and seven ladies helped to serve dinner.

South Auburn – Mrs. Ernest Carlin passed away at her home in Silvara, Aug. 10, 1924. She had been in the Packer hospital, at Sayre, for some time but longed for her own home and was brought there on Wednesday. The funeral services will be held from the Jersey Hill church on Tuesday afternoon.

New Milford – Hebron B. Miller died at his home Aug. 11, 1924, aged 79 years. In 1864 he enlisted in the United States service [Civil War] and was assigned to the 89th Regiment, New York Volunteers. He participated in thirteen battles. At the close of the war he received an honorable discharge. A little later he located in New Milford where he resided over fifty years. He was the oldest of a family of fourteen children. He is survived by three children, Leon A., of Clarks Summit; Misses Mayme, Bessie and Grace, at home. The funeral will be held from his home and interment will be at the New Milford cemetery.

Thompson – The Gelatt reunion will be held at the Grange hall, August 16th. ALSO At the last meeting of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union only one was present and she is one of the busiest women in town.e participated in thirteen battles. At the close of the war, Aug 5, 1865, he was musterd out of the service with an honorable disc

Ararat – A farewell party was held at the home of Mr. and Floyd Sartell by the Ararat Band and the numerous friends of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Potter, who will soon leave Ararat and make their home in Thompson. A large number of friends were present. The Band played many selections, which were much enjoyed. After refreshments were served a beautiful floor lamp was presented to Mr. and Mrs. Potter. On all sides there were expressions of regret that they are leaving Ararat. They have endeared themselves to a large circle of friends.

Electric Line: William B. Gowdy, the newly elected general manager of the Binghamton Light, Heat and Power Company, announces that the new high-tension line to supply Susquehanna, Oakland, Great Bend, Hallstead, New Milford and Montrose, will be completed by January 1. It will cost $150,000. The line will carry current from Willow Point, west of Binghamton, to a connecting point near Great Bend.

Marriage Licenses Granted: Joseph F. Beuhner and Helena Shay, both of Brant; Elmer Soden, of Lanesboro and Betsy Crandall, of Susquehanna; Joseph Pluscuski, of Forest City and Lena Paska, of Brownsville; Harold E. Conrad, of Forest City and Marguerite L. Meagher, of Mr. Pleasant; Willard Kagler, of Thompson Twp., and Marietta Haynes, of Orson.