Bombs Thrown By Bandits At Officers: Hallstead was again visited by bandits, Friday, when two men held up the Homan Restaurant, on Main street, and took $54. They then entered a car, which was driven toward Scranton, but were pursued by officers from this place and New Milford. The chase became so hot for the outlaws that when the pursuing car collared them, one of the brothers threw high explosive bombs at the officers car. In the excitement, the bandits’ car ran into a ditch and they were forced to leave it, making their escape in the darkness. Being pursued by Scranton police and state troopers, the desperadoes, being unable to get away, went to New Milford on Tuesday and surrendered themselves. Taken to Montrose, they gave bail for their appearance at the November term of court. Both men are short, thickset and roughly dressed, and have a not altogether prepossessing appearance.

Dimock - The 6th annual community fair has again gone on record as being an example of fine community cooperation. There were fine exhibits of fruit, vegetables, grains, household equipment, canned products, baked goods, fancy work, flowers, old relics, live stock, poultry and school exhibits. All the exhibits were in the school building this year as the fair has really grown. The Old Time Fiddler’s Contest drew a large crowd. “Art” Young, of Elk Lake, won the first prize; Henry Button, second. The Dimock Orchestra played several fine selections. The end of the day was disappointing on account of the rain, which descended in torrents, thus spoiling the ball game with the Binghamton club, who all sought shelter from the storm, instead of playing ball.

Montrose - William G. Parke, prominent coal operator in Lackawanna Valley, died at his summer home on Lake avenue, September 29. William Gildersleeve Parke was born in Wilkes-Barre, April 22, 1848. His early life was spent with his grandfather Gildersleeve, a noted Abolitionist of that period [also active in Montrose]. In 1878 he came to Montrose and took over the hardware business of his uncle, B. C. Sayre. Afterward he founded companies in West Virginia and Los Angeles and lastly devoted his time to the Cherry River Boom & Lumber Co., in West Virginia. In 1870 he was united in marriage to Miss Helen Ackerly, of Pittston. They were the parents of six children, one being Mrs. Percy Ballantine, of South Montrose. He was on the board of elders of the Montrose Presbyterian Church, a member of the Union League of New York, The Scranton Club, and the Williamson Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, of Scranton. Funeral services will be held at the Presbyterian church, Friday morning.

Heart Lake - Fred Aldrich, who has charge of the large ice house here, reports increased activity at the lake this season, several new operations being in progress.

Lanesboro - Ernest Johnson skidded in his car on a slippery hill near Thompson. He escaped uninjured, but after his car had turned over a few times it was not worth hauling away, so he presented it to a man living nearby.

Clifford - Probably the oldest man in Susquehanna county, at the present time, is former County Commissioner Thomas W. Atkinson, of Clifford. “Uncle Tommy,” as hundreds of his friends call him, reached his 96th birthday anniversary on Sept. 10th. His eyesight is quite impaired, but mentally he is still alert and able to get about to an unusual degree. On his birthday he greeted many friends, who he is always glad to see.

Harford - “Floral Hill” gardens are at their best and attract many visitors. Mrs. Tiffany has such a large variety of flowers they are well worth seeing, with some zinnias that measure 6 inches in diameter and some camellia balsams almost as large and double as roses. Mrs. Tiffany received first premium on variety in cut flowers at the local fair.

South Montrose - The coat hanger factory is rushed with orders, so it has become necessary to put on a night force.

Forest City - A Kiwanis Club, fifty strong, was formed at an organizational meeting at the Muchitz Hotel on Tuesday evening.

Susquehanna - We are informed that Susquehanna has a population of 3,764, Oakland has 1,120 and Lanesboro 805, making a total for the boroughs, which are united, of 5,689.

Franklin Forks - B. J. Baker celebrated his 94th birthday the 15th of September. ALSO David R. Campbell and Miss Mildred Wood, of Franklin Hill, were married at the parsonage by Rev. S. V. Bedickian. They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. George Campbell, brother of the groom.

Brooklyn - About forty relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs Charles C. Kent, made them a surprise visit on Friday evening, it being their 25th wedding anniversary. All enjoyed an evening of conversation, games and refreshments with numerous gifts left with good wishes.

Bennett Corners, Auburn Twp. - On Monday of last week, Miss Mary Hall and Sterling Bonsall, of Forty Fort, were married at the home of the bride’s parents here. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Charles Dempsey.

S. Gibson - Miss Helen McNamara has gone to study at the Ithaca Conservatory of Music, at Ithaca, NY.

Uniondale - F. F. Sheffel recently met with injuries in a motor accident, while with a party of friends enroute to the K. K. K. convention in Washington, D. C., and is confined to a hospital in Sunbury, Pa.

News Brief: It was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, Benjamin Franklin, who, in 1731, proposed the establishment of the first subscription library in the American colonies. From these subscription libraries, the American Public Library, as an institution, gradually grew, and stands today as one of the most indispensable results of our democracy. In America today 85% of the boys and girls are in school until the age of 14 years. There must be some way to continue their educational growth. The only answer is the public library.

200 Years Ago from the Montrose Register, September 29, 1826.

MARRIED - On the 21st instant, by the Rev. Elisha Bibbins, Mr. John Gates, to Miss Minerva Newton, both of Springville.

DIED - In Rush, on the morning of the 2nd instant, Miss Lydia J. Hyde, daughter of Jabez Hyde, Jr., Esq., aged 22 years.

DIED - In Bridgewater, on the 17th instant, Miss Betsey Austin, aged about 25.

STRAYED - From Silver Lake. THIRTY SHEEP & LAMBS, partly Merinos, partly Common Sheep. Whoever will secure them and give notice thereof to the subscriber, shall be suitably rewarded. The sheep, as well as lambs, are branded with a V on the left hind leg. C. F. A. VOLTZ, Sept 24, 1826.

BLACKSMITHING - The Subscribers, having lately established the above business near Olmstead & Co’s Mills, in Rush township, respectfully inform the public that they can have all kinds of work done in its various branches, in the neatest manner, and as cheap for Cash or all kinds of Country Produce, as at any other shop in the country. All calls from their customers will be punctually attended to, and all kinds of EDGED TOOLS, together with other work, will be warranted if requested. A. D. OLMSTEAD, N. LATHROP.