Montrose - Memorial Day was observed in an appropriate manner. The procession to the cemetery was made up of good sized representations of the American Legion Post, Daughters of Veterans, Daughters of the American Revolution, Sons of Veterans and the United Fire Co., with fifty men. Only a few veterans of the War of the Rebellion were in the procession—seven of the boys who wore the blue riding to the cemetery in autos. The were: F.I. Lott, T.F. Mack, J.I. Chapman, J.H. Corwin, Fletcher G. Warner, George Simpson and W.A. Taylor. They comprise practically all of the remaining Civil War veterans in this vicinity. The ceremonies took place at the graves of the four Lyons brothers, for whom Four Brothers Post, G.A.R., was named. The veterans of the rebellion were delighted with the respect shown on the day by the people of the community, the quiet, thoughtful observance of this day of sacred memories.

Dimock - The friends of Mrs. Sarah Colvin, who was for over 30 years the cook at Mrs. A.T. Cope’s, will be sorry to hear that she suddenly passed away one day last week.

Brookdale - A band of gypsies camped here near the Rhiney Creek bridge.

Auburn 4 Corners - While Merton Bunnell was driving his pony, the bolt in the single tree came out when he was coming down the hill from Fred Kiefer’s. This frightened the pony, causing it to run as far as the creamery, where he was headed off by Homer Linaberry. Merton was thrown out on a heap of stones and came out very fortunately with only a few bruises. The harness and wagon were badly damaged.

Uniondale - We have had two historic battles of Bull Run. A third is added to the annals now that Morgan Daniels was attacked by a ferocious bull. Morgan lit for safety with the angry bovine in pursuit. He was armed with a club but fearing that the weapon might prove ineffectual should a combat ensue, Morgan bade a hasty exit with the bovine a close second. His seventy years were forgotten in his haste from being the victim of a corner’s jury.

Birchardville - Memorial Day was fittingly observed here. After a bountiful dinner the people were called together at the church where the children, carrying flags, flowers and wreaths, formed in line and marched to the cemetery. All paused at the grave of Stanley Warner, the last soldier to be buried, where prayer was offered by Rev. F.H. Johnson. Then the children passed to each soldier’s grave and placed a wreath, flag and flowers. ALSO On Sunday we had the pleasure of listening to a very pleasant talk from Miss Josephine Brown, missionary teacher to the Crow Indians in the state of Montana. She was accompanied by Thomas Brown and Terrence Sheen, of South Montrose.

Bridgewater Twp. - Mortimer A. Wood, aged 88 years, died from pneumonia at his home, June 2, 1925. Deceased was a son of John and Nellie (Matthews) Wood, both of whom were natives of Connecticut and moved to this county to make their home when the county was first opened for settlement. He died on the farm where he was born, on May 19, 1837. He is survived by his wife [Carrie Whitman], one daughter, Mrs. George Allen, of East Bridgewater, and three sons, Earl, of Montrose; Virgil and Claude, of East Bridgewater.

Hallstead - C.A. Stone, merchant, is reported to be the head of a private syndicate which plans to establish a ferry to handle automobile traffic between Hallstead and Great Bend. Mr. Stone and two associates have secured land on each side of the Susquehanna river from the owners, A.W. DuBois and F.W.C. Carl, and it is planned to establish a service alongside of the present closed river bridge. The boats will be of sufficient size to handle six or eight cars each and it is expected a 20 minute service can be given.

Susquehanna - The Grand Army veterans, assisted by those of the World War and ladies of Moody Relief Corps, conducted Memorial Day exercises in the Evergreen cemetery on Memorial Day. The soldiers’ graves in all the local cemeteries were decorated by details of members of the orders. In Evergreen cemetery the ritualistic exercises were carried out at the grave of Job Malpass, Civil War veteran, who died at his home in Syracuse, the funeral service being conducted here, his old home town. The cemetery at Lanesboro, as well as Evergreen and Grant Street and St. John’s Catholic cemeteries, of this place, are kept in fine shape and were beautiful with the profusion of flowers and flags over the mounds where rest the earthly remains of so many who once were active in the life of the community.

Harford - Mrs. Wm. Lewis entertained some friends at a Mah Jong party.

Lawton - John McCarthy Jr. is laid up with a sore foot, caused by a shoe rubbing it.

Oakland - The course of the Oakland-Hickory Grove highway, now under construction, is being changed near Shields Hill. The road is being straightened and cuts across the old swamp, thus eliminating a bad curve. The grade east of Hickory Grove is being cut down considerably.

Hop Bottom - Pardon Lindsey, a Civil War veteran who has been ill, is again able to make his daily walk to town.

Forest City - The annual county convention of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union will be held in the M. E. church on Friday. The county president, Mrs. E.W. Lott, of Springville, will preside. The other county officers are vice-president, Mrs. Charles Kittle, of Montrose; secretary, Mrs. Corvia A. Christian, of Skinners Eddy; recording secretary, Miss Lougerdia Eggleston, Great Bend; and treasurer, Mrs. Fred Brown, of Hallstead.

“200 Years Ago” from the Montrose Gazette, June 3, 1825 and Susquehanna County Republican, June 3, 1825

Interesting to Tavern Keepers and Clothiers: The subscribers offer for sale a valuable stand, consisting of a large and convenient Tavern House, Wagon House and Stable, Fulling Mill, and Clothiers Shop and Tools, with two Carding Machines and a Picking Machine. Said stand is situated in the Township of Harford, Susquehanna county, at the intersection of the Philadelphia and Great Bend Turnpike, with several other important roads; is in the centre of said Township, near the Meeting House, School House, Mills, &c., has an excellent water privilege and is undoubtedly one of the best stands in the county and will be sold very low for one half cash and security for the balance, in one, two and three years. For further particulars enquire of the subscriber on the premises. JOSEPH SWEET, Harford, May 20, 1825. N. B. All persons indebted on Book or Note, are requested to call and make immediate payment, and save cost.

NOTICE. Those persons who have Hogs at the distillery of Herrick & Fordham are requested to take them away immediately, as the distillery will stop the first day of June next.

REGIMENTAL PARADE. The Volunteer Regiment of Susquehanna county, will meet for parade and inspection, on Tuesday the 28th day of June next, at nine o’clock in the forenoon, at the house of Henry Burritt in New Milford. Punctual attendance will be required. By order of the Colonel. LEE RICHARDSON, Adj.