Forest City – Contractor Holt has practically finished the Main Street pave. Head walls are being erected at present, and in a few days the stretch on North Main will be open to the public, thus completing a line of pave from the south line of the borough to Clifford township. Contractor Holt has had many ups and downs in the completion of the work, but he has given us a good job. The pavement will be thrown open for travel its entire length on December 1st. ALSO ESTRAYED from my premises on Railroad street, on November 3rd, a yellow cow with one horn broken a little. Dark on the face.  Charles Zielenskas.

Choconut – At the sale in New York of the library of the late Robinson Locke, editor of the Toledo Blade, the principal item was a 25 volume set of the works of Mark Twain, which brought $610. Mark Twain was a contemporary of Mr. Lock’s father, David R Locke, who was a prolific humorous writer during the Civil War, under the cumbersome pen-name of “Petroleum V. Nasby,” said to be President Lincoln’s favorite writer. The David Ross Locke, referred to above, was a son of Nathaniel R. Locke and Hetty Ross, of this place. He was the grandson of Captain John Locke, a soldier of the Revolution and one of the Boston “tea party” of 1778, who came to this county and settled in Choconut in May of 1814, where he died in the spring of 1834, at the age of 83 years.

Montrose – Among the best of the new books at the Library are: The Snowshoe trail, by Edison Marshall; The Luminous Face, Carolyn Wells; Traditions, Marie VanWorst; Burned Bridges, Bertrand W. Sinclair; A Lantern of Love, Della MacLeod; Stepsons of Light, Eugene Rhodes and The Island, Bertha Runkle. The worthwhile books that are most in demand at present are Outlines of History and an Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie by H. G. Wells.

West Bridgewater – Arthur E, Robinson reports the theft of 25 pullets from his farm last. It is interesting to note that only pullets and no roosters were taken. The loss is a large one and especially so since Mr. Robinson had taken great care and pride in the raising of this splendid flock. A neighboring farm, that of Robert Smith, was also recently robbed. This time $40 worth of furs, which Mr. Smith had trapped, were taken. We predict some midnight shooting soon.

Lenox – Hugh Barney, aged 32, was arrested by State Trooper Lester Hopewell on November 3rd, charged with setting fire to the dwelling house of Chas. O. Price of Lenox, on January 2, 1919. It is thought that revenge was the incentive for the crime. Young Barney was held under bail in the sum of under $500 as a material witness. The State Police have been working on the case since the fire.

Uniondale – A very pleasant affair took place at our school house here on Monday as our teacher, Miss Potter, had arranged to give her pupils a very pleasant time on the last day of school. The mothers were all invited and at noon a bountiful dinner was served, for all had brought something good to eat. Everything was most excellent, hot cocoa, sandwiches, baked beans, cakes, pies, puddings, cheeses and pickles, home-made candies and lemonade. A big dinner was enjoyed by the hungry boys and girls, also by the older ones.

Fairdale – Mrs. Homer Lake, aged 37 years, died at her home near this place early on Tuesday morning. Death came suddenly and as a shock to the community. She was formerly Madge Roe, daughter of David and Jessie Roe. She is survived by her husband and two daughters, Zelda and Alice, and one son, Paul. Interment was made in the Fairdale cemetery.

Brookdale – Mrs. Adelia Whipple would like some plain sewing to do, such as piecing quilts.

South Montrose – Thomas O’Brien, Jr. oldest child of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas O’Brien, had the misfortune to break his right leg in a runaway accident last Saturday. The lad had just arrived at the creamery when the boiler blew off steam. The horse became frightened and started suddenly, throwing young O’Brien out of the wagon. No injuries, other than the broken leg, were sustained. Nearby workmen took the lad to the home of Searle Lake, where he remained overnight.

Beech Grove, Auburn Twp. – Jay Carter has recently been entertaining three city hunters, two of whom brought their wives along for a week in the country. ALSO In West Auburn, we were grieved at the passing of our kind friend and neighbor, John Ervine, Sr., on Nov. 19. “Uncle” John was highly esteemed by everyone and will be greatly missed. Although he had attained the ripe age of 88 years, his erect figure, until his recent illness, far from denoted that age. The funeral was held in the M. E. church and interment at Jersey Hill. Much sympathy is expressed for the widow in her loneliness.

Brackney – The Snow Hollow School has a large attendance and the scholars seem to be interested in their work. Mrs. John Gillooly is the teacher.

Gelatt – Mrs. Carl Wood and children are spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Gelatt, before going to Niagara Falls, where her husband has a lucrative position with the Shredded Wheat Biscuit Co.

“The Observer:” In these days of automobiles, when interest on the part of autoist centers on the number of miles one’s car can make on a gallon of gas,--and the size of one’s garage bills—a page from the past, when oxen were used more than horses, and the light of the fire-place and the tallow dip took the place of that now antiquated method of lighting—the kerosene lamp. It gives one a restful feeling, simply because life was being lived slowly and one took time to think and ruminate, to dream and drift with the slow-moving current. But they were toilsome days, too, when hand labor made sturdy men and women, and notwithstanding its somewhat slow pace in America’s history, it was a time when the country was in the making. There is a certain romance connected with those “grubbing” years which characterized the American nation in that period of the last century up to the Civil War. Years ago, I recall an “old resident” remarking that “times ain’t like they uster be,” when the whole family got into the ox-cart and all went visiting the nearest neighbor, some miles away. Yet so it is with life—the poor have their compensations for being poor, and the rich their handicaps—as well as compensations—for being rich—and the wise one asks for the middle route of “neither riches nor poverty,” for withal they are the most truly happy and contented.

Forest City – The men of Christ church gathered in goodly numbers Saturday and erected a fence about the church property. While not as handsome as the congregation would wish it will prevent the church lawn from being pastured by cattle and horses as in the past. A diner was served for the workmen in the basement of the church by St. Margaret’s Guild to which all did justice. ALSO The Varsity basket ball team of the Forest city high school met its first defeat Thursday evening at Simpson. The score was 27 to 26 in favor of the Fell high school. While the boys met defeat, the girls’ team came forth a winner by a score of 8 to 1. ALSO Joseph Muchitz is winning honors as cheer leader of Penn State College. His picture was taken as he was leading the inaugural parade of President Thomas. He came home for a few hours before leaving for New York to cheer his men in the game between Penn State and Georgia Tech. Our Joe was there with the goods, and loud and prolonged cheering was had over the victory of the team.

Uniondale – Much mischief is reported as the result of the work of young men and boys on Monday evening last. Malicious mischief makes no friends.

Franklin Forks – Wednesday evening of last week the drillers for the Montrose Gas and Oil Co. reported having struck a vein of natural gas at the 200 foot level, which caused no little excitement in the community. Many of the stockholders of the company residing in this immediate vicinity drove to the well as soon as the news was circulated in order to verify with their eyes what it seemed could hardly be true. Visitors were shown the gas bubbling up through the water. When the drill was withdrawn and the bailer had brought up the drillings, a piece of tow was lighted and thrown down the ten inch pipe, with the result that the lighted gas would flame up five feet in the air. The flow has been steady ever since.

Stevens Point – The M. E. church of this place celebrated its 25th anniversary on Tuesday evening, October 25.

North Jackson – A traveling library has been secured from the Montrose Free Library Association through the efforts of Miss Whitney, teacher of the North Jackson school.

Thompson – The Optimistic Club was entertained last Wednesday evening at a Hallowe’en supper at the home of Mrs. George Sprague, of Wrighter Lake. They were entertained by Mrs. Fay Sumner, Mrs. Archie Brundage and Mrs. Everett Ely. About 21 were present and all were dressed in costume. The guests had about given up hopes of their entertainment committee, when after dark they were asked to put on their wraps and follow the guides. They were taken on a lark through the woods by the aid of one flashlight and finally wound up at the sugar house, where they were treated to a Dog roast. Then they were taken farther on and each given a cure for their infirmities. The meeting closed with a fine supper served by the hostesses.

Susquehanna – Coal has been found along Drinker creek within sight of here. Rev. William Clemow, pastor of the Congregational church, Oakland side, made the discovery. Mr. Clemow is a miner of 40 years-experience, owns a third interest in a mine at the present time, and is familiar with all the details of locating and opening coal mines. The finding of a small vein indicates that it connects with a large deposit. So sure is Mr. Clemow that there is coal, he is willing to spend $1000 of his own money in drilling and estimates it will cost $1500, if someone will furnish $500.

Harford – The friends of Mrs. Harry Smith are pained to hear she is not improving in health. The Grangers and neighbors made them a wood-bee Saturday and cut them a nice lot of wood.

St. Josephs – S. B. Clark, T. F. Donnelly, A. J. Gilroy, J. J. Bergin and wives motored to Franklin Forks to the scene of the Montrose Oil & Gas Co’s drilling. ALSO John Deuel made the necessary repairs on the St. Joseph church which was slightly damaged by lightning a few weeks ago.

Gibson – W. J. Lamb was home for the weekend and Mrs. Lamb returns with him to Binghamton, where they will spend the winter. Mrs. Lamb recently received news of the death of her brother, Oney Sweet’s wife, at their home in California. Mrs. Sweet’s maiden name was Nellie Coon and she had many relatives in this county.

Fairdale – Rev. Frederick G. Bulgin, a former pastor at Fairdale, now of Bath, PA, as accepted a call to the pastorate of the Congregational church at Harford and expects to enter upon his duties the first week in December. Both Rev. and Mrs. Bulgin are well-known in Susquehanna county, the latter being remembered as Miss Lula Estus, of Fairdale.

Brooklyn – The first number of the winter’s course of entertainments was given by the Dietric Music and Magic Co., in the Universalist church. There was a full house and everyone was highly entertained, as was anticipated by the hearty encores given.

Dimock – Mrs. Lucy Drake has moved into the village and is cooking for the teachers at the teachers’ cottage ALSO A barber from out of town will take up this work each Wednesday and Saturday afternoon and evening in the reading room at Hotel Estus.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. – They are still agitating the question of vacating the Carr Hill road from the Taylor Hollow school house to the line of the church property on Fair hill, a distance of 242 rods. ALSO Our minister gave us a strong sermon on the evils of strong drink.

Bennett Corners, Auburn Twp. – The people were awakened last Friday night, between 11 & 12, by the burning of Lewis Lathrop’s barn. The fire started from the inside and burned very quickly. There was another barn seen burning off Rush way the same night. The next night another barn was seen burning at Fairdale. The causes of all three were unknown.

Montrose – Sunday afternoon, Atty. G. E. Gardner and family started for an auto ride. His son, Edwin, thought it would be interesting to count the automobiles they saw on the trip. Fifty-one was counted between Montrose and Heart Lake. The count became very interesting and on the way to Kirkwood and return 1058 automobiles were counted.

The Susquehanna County Historical Society will present a Beginning Genealogy Workshop on November 6th and 20th from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Pre-registration is required. For more information, see the Society's website or Facebook page or call the Society at 570-278-1622.

Little Meadows – James Hickey had the misfortune to damage his car so badly that it had to be taken to Binghamton for repair. Hence, our bus line between Little Meadows and Binghamton is cut off for a while. ALSO Gerritt P. Rogers, of Binghamton, was in town recently selling shares in the Silver Fox Fur Company, of Broome County, NY.

Fair Hill – The Taylor Hollow school will hold a social in the hall on Friday evening, October 21. Ladies will please bring sandwiches and cake. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the evening.

Harford – George Tompkins is building a wagon shop on the lot adjacent to the blacksmith shop on North Main street.

Uniondale – Burns Lyons, stock dealer, who was brutally assaulted and robbed of a large sum of money, while doing his chores at his farm on Monday last, died in Emergency hospital, Carbondale, on Thursday morning. Mr. Lyons sustained a triple fracture of the skull and never regained consciousness. The body was removed to Shiffler morgue and prepared for burial and Friday night taken to his late home on Church street. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 2 pm., Rev. T. J. Vaughn officiating. The pallbearers were J. N. Cable, John Boulter, Earl Payne, Olin Yale, J. N. Corey and D. B. Gibson. Interment in Uniondale Cemetery.

Brooklyn – Leonard Shadduck and Harry McKinney, who were severely injured when their car left the road and overturned on the state road, just south of Brooklyn village, last Wednesday, are rapidly recovering. Both are now about and able to follow accustomed pursuits. Shadduck, McKinney and Roy Snover, who were out for a spin on the State road, were hitting it up at a lively clip when a tire exploded and the car lost control and overturned. Shadduck almost lost an ear and McKinney received severe bruises to the head. Both were found unconscious in the road. Snover jumped and escaped injury.

Bennett’s Corners, Auburn Twp – Our school is closed this week on account of the institute at Montrose. The teachers from here in attendance are Mrs. Winifred Howard, Irwin Cogswell and Richard Davis.

Lawsville – Saturday evening, Oct. 15th, a Box Social will be held in the Grange Hall. Each lady bring lunch for two. The “Grange ladies” are each to bring a cake, which will be sold at auction. A good auctioneer will be on hand. Everybody come and have a good time.

Montrose – During the current week the people of Montrose have been daily electrified by the dare-devil stunt flying of Pilot William Fisher. Time and again he has caused the hair to stand erect on many a local head. The climax came Wednesday afternoon, however, when everyone swore the plane grazed the court house flag pole, the cupola on the roof of the Hotel Donovan, and the top of many other buildings. And they were right. Pilot Fisher stated Wednesday night that he was not more than 17 inches above the Hotel Donovan roof, and that one side of his machine was considerably below the top of the cupola. If we could believe the following story, however, we daresay it would be the feature flying stunt of all time. Otis Cook, it seems, had quite a ride with Mr. Fisher on Tuesday afternoon, and felt greatly indebted to his friend for it. Wednesday afternoon Mr. Cook and his able associate, “Bert” Shay, were repainting the court house tower. As Fisher flew by Mr. Cook claims to have handed him a glass of water, and that to repay this kindness Fisher took the paint brush from Mr. Cook’s hand and touched up a few places on the flagpole which Mr. Cook was having difficulty in reaching.

Ararat – The Ararat Male Quartet went to Thompson Sunday and sang several selections at the Sunday school service. ALSO Nathan Smith has had his well stoned up and has a bountiful supply of fine water. ALSO Mr. and Mrs. L. O. Baldwin have been spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Stalker and Mrs. Mary Sartell. Friday the 7th, was Mrs. Baldwin’s 85thbirthday. Mrs. Wilkins and Mrs. Harris spent the day with her. Mrs. Stalker served a fine dinner and the day was very enjoyable. Mr. Baldwin, who is in his 89th year, spent most of the day husking corn. Mr. and Mrs. Baldwin are perhaps the oldest residents of Ararat and are much loved and respected.

Gibson – The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Burlingame was buried in the cemetery here last Friday. ALSO Ralph Stoddard and Carol Sweet, of the Binghamton High School, spent the week-end at their respective homes here.

East Rush – The first snow of the season fell Sunday, Oct. 9th, at this place. It makes one think of what has become of his summer’s wages. ALSO L. A. Pierson and sons, Fred and Lloyd, went fox hunting one day last week, but came home without any. ALSO Chas Squires and two gentlemen from Montrose started for New York Friday to attend the world series of base ball game on Saturday. They were going by motor, so when Charles returns we will get the news, “hot off the bat.”

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Township – The first frost of the season came Sunday morning, when the thermometer was down to 28 degrees.

County Jail – For five days during the early part of September the Susquehanna County jail was without a prisoner, a very unusual state of affairs, and was commented on by county papers as an occurrence, which had not been known in twenty years. In six weeks from that time the jail contained nine prisoners.

Dimock – Many people have been going to F. R. Cope’s place of late to inspect the great work being done there by a machine that drills through solid rock by means of compressed air forced through by gasoline power. A water system, one of the best in this part of the country, is being installed by this means. The source of the water supply is an artesian well which has been located for years on the hill top above the mansion. Water is now being pumped from this artesian well into a newly made reservoir. It is then piped to all the houses and barns below. It is an expensive undertaking, as the work has already been going on for the past five weeks and has required an average daily gang of from 8 to 12 men, to carry on the work, being done by a Philadelphia firm.

Forest City – The body of Corp. Joseph P. Dearie, who made the supreme sacrifice in France, arrived here Saturday. The body was escorted to the home of Mrs. H. Dearie, on Main street, by members of Charles and Martin Skubic Post of the American Legion. Corp. Dearie was born in Forest City and left for Camp Meade on November 1, 1917. On July 4, 1918 he went overseas and was killed November 1, in the Argonne Forest Sector, on the first anniversary of his induction into the service. ALSO The old McLaughlin pond is being cleared of stumps and other debris by the Forest City Ice company, who intend this season to harvest sufficient ice to furnish the town.

Thompson – Mrs. Fay Sumner has the honor of being the first lady to sit on the election board in Thompson Borough.

Friendsville – It seems that some Binghamton beer with a “kick” was imported into Friendsville on Friday night last, the occasion being a dance. At any rate, about 3 o’clock on Saturday morning Sheriff Darrow received a phone call, stating that Friendsville was in a state of general uproar and requesting that immediate action be taken. Sheriff Darrow, Chief of Police Tingley and Constable Arthur Smith sped toward Friendsville. Upon their arrival, the chief asked a rather unsteady individual, where he might get a drink. He, being more than obliging, pointed to “the barn on the left side of the road, under the hill.” Proceeding there the officers found both whom and what they were seeking. Gathered around four cases of beer was a gang of men, and the dispenser, William Moan, was arrested. He declared the beverage to be nothing more than “near” beer. Disbelieving the man’s assertion that the beer was more than “near” is attested by the fact that even the small tastes (to see what it was) taken by the officers rendered them dizzy. Some indication of the amount of beverage consumed may be had from Sheriff Darrow’s assertion that he counted 149 bottle caps on the barn floor. The officers took Mr. Moran and the four remaining cases of beer to Birchardville. Here Moran was given a hearing before Justice S. T. Birchard and fined $500 bail, which he furnished. The beer was stored in Mr. Birchard’s cellar.

Harford – Hon. George Reed Resseguie died suddenly at his home here, Sept. 18, 1921 at the age of 82. He was a native of Gibson Township. He enlisted in August of 1862 and was a member of Co. F, 141st Regt P. V. I. and participated in several of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War—Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Culpepper, Centerville, The Wilderness and more. He was twice wounded. When mustered out he held the rank of first sergeant. In civil life Mr. Resseguie was a farmer and extensive fruit grower. He was elected to the State legislature in 1885.

Rush – A. W. Hickok is a veteran of the Civil War and has the unique record of not having been sick, even for one day, during his four years’ service. He has been a subscriber to the Montrose Republican for fifty years.

Pleasant Valley, Auburn Twp. – Clayton Bennett has returned to his work at A. L. Mericle’s, after being laid up for a few days with a lame foot, caused by his brother, Dick, running over it with their auto.

Montrose - The Old Town Pump, by D. T. Brewster – Today I noticed the filling up of the old well at the corner of Church street and Public avenue, in Montrose, and the laying of a concrete pavement across its mouth. In the early days of Montrose that well supplied more families and business places with a necessity of life than any other well in the community. Just when the well was dug I do not know, but considerably more than a hundred years ago. Located as it was, at the crossing of the Milford and Owego turnpike and the Wilkes-Barre and Bridgewater turnpike, around the corners of which the first principal business places and most ambitious residences were built, that old well was the center of the town. It was a gathering place for families and there they obtained all the water for culinary and drinking purposes. The hotel kept by Preserved Hinds, and later by Leonard Searle, was perhaps its principal customer. The well was deep and cold, and used as a refrigerator in which to hang a side of mutton or a haunch of venison to become properly mellowed. Today I suggested to the street commissioner, who was filling the well, that he ought to first fish around in it with grappling hooks.

Springville – Everyone who is interested in organizing a book club is invited to meet in the Community building next Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock.

Great Bend – The Co-operative Association of the Dairymen’s League has purchased the creamery here and plans to open it about October 1st. This creamery has been closed for about a year.

Herrick Twp. – Dr. A. L. Craft has been appointed state medical inspector for Uniondale, Ararat and Herrick townships.

New Milford – Marcus Blair, Jr., has returned to Philadelphia to resume his studies in the Philadelphia School of Pharmacy.

Kingsley – James Merritt is driving a new Overland “4” touring car, purchased of the Kingsley Garage.

Great Bend – Herbert W Clune, who resided on the Hunt farm, near this place, met with instant death Monday, when struck by an Erie passenger train on the crossing at Great Bend, just south of the borough, He had just stepped on the rails when the huge locomotive struck him, tossing the body for nearly 50 feet.

Uniondale – If the brutal murder of Burns Lyon goes unavenged it cannot be said that our County Commissioners failed in an effort to apprehend the perpetrators of the heinous crime. They, through widely distributed posters and advertisements, offer $500 reward for the information that will lead to arrest and conviction of the guilty parties.

Rush – Mrs. Emmons, who has been on trial for the burning of the Auburn and Rush Poor Asylum and found not guilty, because of insanity, has been committed by Judge Smith to the Homeopathic State Hospital for the Insane at Rittersville, Pa. The poor directors found her about two years ago sick in bed. Five small children were in the home, suffering with hunger and cold, no fuel or food being found in the house. Her husband had deserted the family.

Montrose – Turkeys retailed here Thanksgiving week for 60 cents a pound. A special turkey and duck dinner will be served at the Hotel Donovan on Sunday, Nov. 20th. ALSO Has the crime wave really hit Montrose? It would seem so. Steine’s store was robbed on Monday morning of a box containing three dozen bow ties which were worth $20. Just what anyone would want of so many bow ties we cannot imagine. The culprit, however, probably realized on his theft. At any rate, Mr. Steine is “pretty sure of his man,” and is prepared to prosecute to the extent of the law.

Liberty – Those that attended the corn husking bee Wednesday evening at C. W. Bailey’s, 17 in all, husked a nice lot of corn. Dinner was served after which all had a good time until 2:30, when the time came that the best of friends must part.

Brooklyn – John Doran found the dirt road in exceedingly bad shape and believes the stretch between Tiffany and a point north of Brooklyn Center, should be made a hard, durable road, which could be used at all times of year.

Heart Lake – Few are they who pay stricter attention to business than Fred J. Aldrich, in charge of the mammoth ice house here. He is just rounding out six years in putting up and taking out the big crop of pure lake ice harvested each year, and during the time there has been but six working days when he has been absent from duty. He is at present erecting a great steel “gallery” for garnering the crop this winter, supplanting the wooden structures here before used.

Ararat – The pie social held at the home of Mrs. W. S. Harris by the Girls’ Cheerful Workers Society on Wednesday evening the 16th, was a success and very pleasant occasion. Although the weather was very stormy about twenty of the young people came. The music, pie and coffee were much enjoyed. The men in attendance did valiant service in eating pie and more pie, paying generously, which materially helped the fund the girls were raising.

Hallstead – An amusing thing about the election was the fact that J. G. McCreary was elected justice of the peace by over 100 votes, although he was not eligible from the mere fact that he already held the office and his commission will not expire for several years to come. While the borough is entitled to two justices, they have elected the same man twice, and while Mr. McCreary is fitting up a fine new office at his home on Susquehanna street and is devoting much of his time to the work, he cannot be two men, even if the people have elected him twice to the same office for the same period of time. Strangest of all, Mr. McCreary, when he came to vote, found that through some oversight his name was not registered and he had to swear his vote in.

Susquehanna – Several memorial and other windows of the Presbyterian church have been damaged to the extent of $800 by boys using sling-shots and air-guns in hunting birds which seek protection from the wind in the ivy-covered windows, The boys, seeing the birds there, have fired at them and damaged the windows. The trustees have served notice that all boys found in the vicinity of the church with air-guns or slings will be prosecuted. ALSO A basketball team has been formed in the High school and Clarence Wright has been secured as coach. Practice is held at the “Y” and a number of games are scheduled. ALSO Gasoline has increased in price here until it is 29 cents a gallon.

New Milford – Eugene Dennis is in the Barnes hospital receiving treatment for injuries sustained in an unusual accident here yesterday afternoon. His car stopped on West Main street and after setting the brake he alighted and started to crank the machine. The car was in gear, and starting quickly, knocked Mr. Dennis down and ran over him. He was taken to the hospital, where Dr. Denman found that he had sustained fractured ribs, cuts on the head and numerous bruises. He will be confined to the hospital for several days. The car, after running over Mr. Dennis, ran along the pavement on West Main street for some distance, and then the motor stalled, due to the pressure of the brakes.

Jackson – The Women’s Christian Temperance Union met with Mrs. Amos Potter to do sewing for some children whose mother recently died. The five-months-old baby that Mrs. Potter is caring for has been sick.

Franklin Gas – We need more gas for cars, also a lot of the right kind of gas for better roads all over the county. Then when the roads are o.k. we can use less gas. Just now it needs good, honest patrol men to go over the roads and fill up the worn places with stones and clean the ditches. Many auto men leave rocks in the road. They should throw them out of the way, as they bother other folks and divert water to where it should not go. Road hogs still show up. One of late made a woman driver turn out so far she could not get back and had to stay there until a man went a quarter of a mile and got his tractor. Too many don’t care for the other fellow, forgetting that no one can live for himself, but must depend on others for something all through life.

New Milford – An awful toll was taken in an automobile accident on the Lackawanna Trail, about 2 miles west of this place, on Monday night. Mott P. Jones, superintendent of the Blue Ridge Metal Manufacturing Company, and one of Susquehanna’s best-known and most highly regarded citizens, being instantly killed, and Thomas Ambrose, a well-known Erie employee at Susquehanna, being terribly injured, now in the Barnes hospital, Susquehanna, with little more than a fighting chance for his life. George P. Stang and William Lambert, other occupants, were severely though not dangerously injured. Mr. Stang says they were traveling from 15 to 20 miles an hour, when Mr. Jones switched the lights on and off to show their effect, some new electrical device being tried out, and leaning forward to turn the light, he said to Mr. Stang, “George, something is wrong with the steering gear.” No sooner were the words uttered than the car had turned from its direct course, struck a telephone pole, and went through a stone wall, and turned on its side in a field alongside the road. ALSO Dr. Wm. E. Park has been notified from Washington, D. C. of his appointment as attending specialist and assigned for duty at Pocono Pines, Pa. ALSO While Foster Oakley was loading a cow into his truck she threw him over the side and fell on him and broke his collarbone in two places, also some ribs.

Bridgewater Twp. – A very heavy, white frost covered the ground yesterday morning—the first severe frost this fall. It has truly been a remarkable fall.

Montrose –The Home Economics Dept. of the Montrose high school will begin serving milk to underweighted children on Oct. 31st. The teachers will weigh the children before that time and record the number of pounds underweight. A note will be sent to the parents explaining the opportunity for the child to secure a cup of milk in the middle of the morning and afternoon session. The price will be five cents a day and comes from Dr. Thompson’s farm. If the child cannot afford five cents per day, the King’s Daughters Society will furnish funds to cover this. ALSO Following a custom of several years standing, Montrose will have a community Halloween celebration. All public-spirited citizens and everyone who wants a good time, young and old, will please take notice and be on hand, dressed appropriately for the occasion. The Susquehanna Light & Power Company will do its share by putting up extra lights on Church street, between Burns’ Store and the Farmers National Bank, where the program will be conducted. Games, sports and contests will be provided for everyone, with a special prize for the most original costume.

Auburn Twp. – Peter Thayne, a life-long resident of this place, died at his home, Oct. 12, 1921. His death was due to complications of diseases and when the end came he had no fear to die. He was born in 1851 and had always lived on the old homestead. On July 16, 1878, he married Winifred Dolan, of Towanda, who survives him, along with four children. The funeral was the largest ever held in St. Bonaventure’s church, the church being filled and many standing in the rear while Father McCabe, of Wilkes Barre, intoned Requiem High Mass. Interment was made in the family plot in St. Bonaventure’s cemetery. May his soul rest in peace.

Hop Bottom – Tickets are on sale for the entertainment course to be given here during the winter. The first number, “The Florentine Trio,” will be given on Nov. 16. An unusually good program has been selected. James Burns, the Kentucky mountaineer, whose name appears on our list, has a wonderful lecture which alone is worth the price of a season ticket.

North Knob of Elk Hill – Fred Burns is nicely located on the north knob of Elk Hill, having charge of the observatory. It has become a fad to visit the observatory. Fred had 112 visitors Sunday, all anxious to view the surrounding country. The view from the observatory is a grand panorama. A road has been built from Ollie Chandler’s to the top of the hill, thus expediting the climbing of the hill. Fred discovered a fire a few days ago and promptly gave the alarm, thus showing the worth of the observatory.

Uniondale – H. A. Rounds, of Chicago has his picture in the Chicago Evening Post, devoted to the “Chicagoans of today.” Mr. Rounds is the son of Mr. and Mrs. M. O. Rounds, of Uniondale. At the age of 18 years he left his Uniondale home for Chicago, where he has gradually forced his way to the front as an expert of forged and disputed handwriting, and is consultant for Pinkerton’s National Detective association and has repeatedly been employed by the United States government. Last July he and his family spent three weeks at the home of his parents and greatly enjoyed the occasion.

Friendsville – Miss Katherine Hickey passed out of this life Wednesday morning and was buried Friday at 10:30 am. Father Ruddy officiated at the Mass; Miss Anna Foran at the organ and Mrs. Helen Bolan sang the Mass and two selections. ALSO A Holy Name Society was organized in St. Francis’ parish on Sunday last with more than 100 members.

Lakeside – Recently the dam at Page’s pond was condemned by sate engineers as a flood menace. The pond was owned by the Susquehanna County Light and Power Co., but they refused to repair the dam. Consequently a meeting of the neighborhood men was called and a company formed to buy the pond. The dam will now be repaired and thereby the pond saved for fishermen.

Springville – W. W. Reynolds, who for the past 8 years has been one of Springville’s most prosperous and up-to-date merchants, has sold his business to A. D. Quick, of Nicholson. The final arrangements were completed last Monday, Mr. Quick to take possession on April 1st. Mr. Reynolds has not made any definite plans as to his business future, but he assures us it will not be “groceries.”

News Brief: When a man boasts of his “100 per cent Americanism” it’s just another way of bragging, “My folks came over first.” ALSO A new bus line is operating between Binghamton and Montrose twice daily, and will also stop at Tiffany, Heart Lake, New Milford, Hallstead and Great Bend. The round trip costs $2.50 and one way, $1.45.

Uniondale – Uniondale, a pretty village in the eastern part of the county, was thrown into a whirl of excitement, Monday, when it became known that Burns Lyon, one of her prominent and respected citizens had been cruelly beaten and robbed of $2000 in cash. The victim’s skull was fractured by the assailants. His age is 45 years. He was immediately removed to the Carbondale hospital. It is not thought that he will recover. Lyon was engaged in the purchase of cattle and left his home at 6:30 am for his farm, about 2 miles from the village. When the cattle dealers arrived at the farm they made a search for him and found Lyon lying in a pool of blood in the barn. It is the belief of State Trooper Shott that Lyon recognized his assailants, as his clothes and body show evidence of a hard tussle. At last account Lyon’s condition was critical. ALSO The splendid new creamery and milk station was totally destroyed by fire last Saturday night. Flames broke out in the ice house roof and in a very short time the whole building was enveloped. From the fact that the fire seemed to start simultaneously at two different points, remote from each other, it is thought that the fire may have been of incendiary origin. Very little was saved and the loss is most unfortunate, as this creamery replaced another creamery at Uniondale, which soon after being remodeled and equipped with modern machinery, was destroyed by fire last October.

Heart Lake/New Milford – The detour between Heart Lake and New Milford is an unpleasant one for autoists, and becomes exceedingly dangerous when the ground is wet. It is not unusual to see a dozen or more cars tied up, after some car has slipped off the narrow road and blocked traffic. The small connecting link between New Milford and Heart Lake will be opened up in about ten days.

Jackson – The death of Edwin O. Perry, a life-long resident of this County, occurred at his late home at Jackson, Sept. 28. Mr. Perry was a direct descendent of the first pioneer families from Massachusetts who settled in Susquehanna County. He was born in 1844 and in 1867 he married Miss Malvina Butterfield, a woman of sterling Christian qualities and was a carriage and wagon maker, a trade he followed all his life. He enlisted in the navy during the closing months of the Civil War and was honorably discharged in 1865. He was a Mason, a Granger, held township offices and a man of splendid habits, respected and honored by all. His burial took place in the Lake View Cemetery.

Ararat – James Fitzgerald is building a garage. A “Tin Lizzie” is suggested as the next improvement by one who knows.

Brooklyn – The Ladies’ Musical Club was delightfully entertained at the home of Mrs. M. K. Packer. “Women in Music,” was the topic for study and sketches of the lives seven noted women composers were read; guessing games and musical contests were indulged in and delightful refreshments were served by the hostess.

Montrose – Uncle Tom’s Cabin, with vaudeville and Unafone band, at Colonial Theatre to-night. ALSO On a recent evening a young screech owl entered the home of Miss Alice Smith, on South Main Street, and unceremoniously began to dine on a meadow mole which he had just caught. Miss Smith summoned Melvin Kelly, just across the street, who came and captured the owl with no trouble. The young disturber of many a good night’s rest on south Main Street was placed under a crate for safe keeping in the Kelly home, but during the night lifted the crate with his head, sufficiently to get out, and in the morning was found perched on a mantel shelf. It was a pretty, young specimen and after Melvin had shown him to his friends, gave him his liberty, as these birds are protected by law. ALSO Harry A. Patrick expects to be located in his new quarters, in the D. V. Gardiner building, by next week. Mr. Patrick’s many friends and customers were glad to learn of his purchase of this property and anticipate splendid service in the future. This they will surely get as Mr. Patrick is making many improvements, one of the big changes being the installation of first-class bowling alleys in the basement.

Rushville – Dr. G. S. Milnes, who bought the Irwin Wood General Store here, a few months ago, announces that he is now prepared to practice medicine, having recently passed the state medical examination, but, necessarily, for the present, will limit his practice to office calls. Dr. Milnes, who is a Texan, was a physician in the Army, being connected with the tuberculosis hospital at San Antonio, Texas, for two years, specializing in pulmonary diseases. He is a son-in-law of S. B. McCain.

Susquehanna – Committees have been appointed for the basketball bazaar, which will be held in the Oakland hall and the proceeds will be used to promote basketball in Susquehanna this fall and winter. Susquehanna will be represented in the Interstate Basketball League this season.

Dimock – We have a good school here, with four teachers. ALSO Repairs are being made at the free library building.

Harford – A large Chalmers touring car, belonging to Raymond H. Cameron, was completely destroyed by fire, about 3 ½ miles from Harford village last Saturday. Mr. Cameron, who lives in Binghamton, was on his way to spend the week-end with his parents, Mr. & Mrs. James Cameron, and was within about two miles from home when the car suddenly burst into flames. He escaped possible injury by jumping. Assistance from nearby farm houses was summoned, but it was impossible to save the car, which was nearly new and represents a large loss, as it was but partly covered by insurance.

Elk Mountain – The State Department of Forestry is building a 70 ft. observation post for the forest ranger in charge of this district. This lookout will enable him to keep a thorough watch for forest fires and to readily detect the same.

South Montrose – October 3rd being the 38th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Decker, a number of their relatives and friends concluded that a little surprise would be in order, so at about 8 pm all went in a body, with the usual supply of tin horns, bells and other musical instruments, not forgetting, however, to take along a good supply of refreshments. A most enjoyable evening was spent with songs, recitations and music. At a late hour all went to their homes feeling that they had a good time.

Montrose – The County Fair is now in full swing and it is conceded on all hands that it is the biggest event of the kind ever held here. Everything from exhibits and the trade displays, to the amusements, is on a quite gigantic scale for places anywhere near the size of Montrose. The flying stunts, over the grounds by the aviator, brought real thrills. Yesterday was “School Day” and great crowds of students from all over the county contributed to the gaiety of the day. Their bright faces, showing the keen enjoyment of all the fair features, and the school display, is difficult to find a suitable adjective to describe it. ALSO Ann and Mary Wharton, of Philadelphia, are in town. The former is a well-known author, one of her books, “Through Colonial Doorways,” being on the shelves of the Montrose Public Library. A picture of one of Montrose’s fine old homes, the property of John Lyons, on the corner of Cherry and Church streets, adorns the volume.

Forest City – The body of Sergeant George Payne, who made the supreme sacrifice overseas in the World War, arrived here. It was escorted to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Payne, by members of Charles and Martin Skubic Post, American Legion. Sgt. Payne was one of the first to enlist from this place and the first to lose his life. His funeral was held from Christ Episcopal Church and the American Legion attended in a body.

Gelatt – School opened here Monday, Labor Day, with Mrs. Sarah Walker as teacher and twenty-six scholars.

Silver Lake – Catherine O’Day announced her candidacy for the Democratic nomination for prothonotary. Mrs. O’Day is a very competent woman and would give a satisfactory administration if elected; and the further fact that she is the first woman to seek a county should stimulate the Democrats, both men and women, to rally to her support and give her a record vote at the primaries.

East Rush – We understand that the Dimock base ball team claims to be the champion team of Susquehanna County. We would like to know how they claim this—for if my memory serves me right, East Rush beat them two games out of the three played, and if they had had a fair umpire would have beaten them in the three games. We would like them to come down with their own team and play us a game or two to prove their right to the “laurels.”

Hop Bottom – School re-opened Sept. 5th with an enrollment of over 160 pupils. The school house presents a fine appearance, having been painted outside and thoroughly cleaned and renovated during vacation. The teachers are: Principal, O. L. Mittan; Vice Principal, Mr. Carey; grammar school, Miss Lillis Pratt; intermediate, Mrs. May Miller; primary, Miss Lillian
Byram.

Dimock – Geraldine Rhodes is attending the high school at Montrose, driving her white pony and cart to and from each day. ALSO W. J. Cronk has had new electric lights placed in his store, house and barn, and also R. W. Palmer, in his garage. ALSO W. L. Stillwell, who has faithfully carried the mail for seven years, from the train to the post office, has been obliged to resign owing to ill health. Mr. Stillwell is 76 years of age, and has done remarkably well to keep up such an active business so long, besides carrying on his farm work.

Uniondale – Kenneth Cable entered the Department of Commerce of Temple University, at Philadelphia, as a student. He is a graduate of the Uniondale High School and of the commercial course of Wyoming Seminary.

Springville – Helen Gregory, of Wilkes-Barre, is the new assistant principal this winter and is boarding at the Hotel Fisk. ALSO Tramps and chicken thieves have made their appearance in our vicinity. Meserole Bros. have flash lights and guns a plenty.

Lake View – We were visited with showers last Friday, although it did not rain. J. C. Morse had a barn struck by lightning. It shattered the barn and immediately set it on fire. Some of the neighbors, seeing the bolt of lightning strike, hastened to the fire in autos, but before anyone could get there the whole barn was aflame. The wind carried sparks and set the house on fire and in an hour’s time both barn and house were burned to the ground. Both were built over 75 years ago. Expensive equipment was consumed and the buildings were not covered with insurance. Mr. Morse was away at the time and his man that works the place was plowing in the back lot and did not see the fire until some of the neighbors had arrived.

Susquehanna – The home of Hon. C. Fred Wright, was burglarized recently and over $1000 worth of personal property taken, the interior of the house being badly damaged by the thieves in their search for valuables. The Wright home has been closed for the summer, the family occupying their summer home, Pinecrest, on the Susquehanna River.

Forest Lake – A local woman, Mrs. Earl Smith, is fast putting the adage, “he-was-that-long-but-he-got-away,” to shame. In fact, her success here this summer has been remarkable. Her catches of bass break all local records. One she landed the other day weighed four pounds—and he did not get away.

New Milford – One of the best dances of the season will be held in the New Milford Opera House this evening. The Arlington six-piece jazz, of Binghamton, will furnish the music. This is one of the best dance orchestras in this section of the country and should assure everyone of a good time. The floor is also one of the best. And as for the roads—with the exception of a short detour on the New Milford end—there is concrete all the way.

Brookdale – George Lindsley lost his horse a few days ago. The children found some paris green and sprinkled it on the grass and the horse ate some of it and died. ALSO Our school opened on Sept. 6th, with Miss Loretta Allen, of Montrose, as teacher. We are glad to welcome her back again this year.

Heart Lake – Luther Whitney has returned home from the army, where he spent nearly a year.

New Milford – No clew has yet been found of the yeggs who attempted to break into the Grange National Bank last week. The yeggmen had prepared to blow open the vault and left an acetylene tank behind. The bank was entered sometime after midnight. Entrance was gained through a window. [Yeggman-A person who breaks open safes, a burglar.]

Montrose – Have you been asked “what is the queer-looking structure that is being erected on the Montrose House block?” It is estimated the question was asked 2,000 times in Montrose yesterday, and the funny part is—no one seemed to know the answer. You probably won’t believe us when we tell you it is to be a cat hospital. But it is. Ask Dr. Cole. ALSO D. C. Conklin has sold his house to Mr. Olin, a carpenter, who recently came to Montrose, and has purchased John Rutan’s house, on Chenango Street.

Beech Grove, Auburn Twp. – On Oct. 16th Daniel Treible, who resides nearby, reached the 90th milestone of life. He is one of our most remarkable men, having all his faculties and his mind is perfectly clear. His health is good and he helps with the chores. Just over the line in Bradford Co., lives another aged man, Smith Tewksbury, who was 90 years old on Oct. 8th, but he hasn’t the good health that “Uncle Dan” enjoys. He is compelled to walk with crutches, but his mind is perfectly clear and it is very interesting to talk with these old men of times long ago, when people didn’t travel by auto or train, but were compelled to use ox-carts. ALSO At Pleasant Valley, Charles Ace shot a fine red fox. It was after his hens.

Dimock – Mrs. Tillie Tyler, of Elk Lake, will have charge of the boarding house at Louden Hill Farm after the 15thof the month. Mr. and Mrs. Ward Jenkins, who have been in charge for the past two or three years, are returning to their farm near Tunkhannock.

Rush – Miss Gladys E. Devine, of Laceyville, and Clifford Devine, of Rush, were quietly married at the home of the bride’s brother in Binghamton. The bride was attired in a gown of blue Canton crepe and wore a corsage bouquet of bridal roses. The ring service was used, and little Jane Devine, wearing a ruffled frock of lavender organdie, acted as ring bearer and carried the ring on a silver tray. They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Devine. After a dinner party at the Hans Jones restaurant, the couple left for a brief wedding trip, after which they will be at home to their friends in Rush.

Friendsville – A large barn on the farm owned by Jesse Bolton, near Friendsville, was struck by lightning during the storm on Tuesday evening, Nov. 1st, and totally destroyed. One horse, a cow and a large quantity of hay, together with other provisions and a number of pieces of fine farm machinery were also burned. The loss is partly covered by insurance.

North Bridgewater – Murl Strang was in Binghamton and had an X-ray taken of his eye, which was injured by a piece of steel, which was found lodged in the orbit of the eye. It was thought best to let it remain, unless it becomes painful or effected the other eye.

Lymanville – Hallowe’en passed off very quietly. There were nine, dear, lively, fun-loving people, souls who took pity on the other people of the place, arrayed in fantastic costumes, carrying their music with them, they went out and called on their less ambitious neighbors. They certainly left a bright spot and a feeling of gratitude in the hearts of the people wherever they went. The people they honored with their presence only regretted that they were not prepared for unexpected company and did not even have a pan of apples to offer their lively guests.

Springville – Are you getting ready for the bazaar to be held in the Community building, afternoon and evening, on Nov. 30th and Dec. 1st? Everything that’s salable, from fancy work to groceries and vegetables, will be on sale. This Community house belongs to the people of the township and everyone is urged to take an interest in the bazaar and help to cancel the debt. Do your bit by attending and donating something. Make a piece of fancy work or something useful; bake a nice cake or cookies; give a can of fruit, a chicken, or a bushel of potatoes. Something!

Herrick Twp. – Donald Carpenter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Carpenter, of Herrick Center, was instantly killed when he was run over by a train near his home. He was employed by the railroad companies to look after the freight deliveries at this place, there being no regular agent in charge. He had finished his duties for the day. A freight train moving south attracted his attention and he attempted to jump on. He succeeded in getting on the train, but when he went to get off he slipped and was dragged under the train. He had just passed his 16th birthday. He was a member of the Methodist church and will be missed in the Sunday school. Donald is survived by his parents, three brothers and one sister.

Thompson – Despite the fact that the weather was unusually cold and rainy many grotesquely masked figures masqueraded in Keystone Hall at the social given there by the Senior Class of the Thompson High School. The aspect of the horribly robed figures was terrifying and made one think that all the terrible animals of the prehistoric ages were present. Sandwiches, pumpkin pie and coffee were served free at the booth; candy and gum were sold.

Brushville – Walter Pennay, of this place, is in the Packer hospital, at Sayre, a victim of a hunting accident. While hunting near the Susquehanna-Bradford County line, Thomas McManus shot a rabbit, and hit Pennay. The load of buckshot took effect in his body, making a serious wound. The shooting was purely accidental. Pennay will recover.

East Rush – The wood bee held at the church last Thursday, as one lady expressed it, “was just like Heaven,” for most of them there were women.

Hop Bottom – Elmer Brewer now conducts a bakery and lunch room at the foot of the bridge on the state road. Brewer’s Bakery turns out bread like Mother used to make.

Uniondale – The State Police, while reconnoitering near here, came across an apparently unused road and investigating found it led to an old barn. The door opening of the barn had been enlarged to admit an automobile, which was concealed under some hay. The car was restored to its owner, in Shamokin, having been stolen some time ago. This may be a link to the mystery concerning the murder of Burns Lyon, recently. Reports to the effect that two men had been arrested and charged with murdering and robbing Burns Lyon, two weeks ago, are unfounded.

New Milford – Prof. D. L. Donnelly, of Binghamton, will teach a class every Monday evening, at the New Milford Opera House. Lessons, 7:30. Dancing nine o’clock. Palace Society Orchestra, of Binghamton, will furnish the music.

Montrose – Funeral services for Ray Everett, whose death occurred in France, Nov. 6, 1918, the result of wounds received in battle, will be held this Thursday afternoon in the Baptist church. The exercises will be in charge of the Gardner-Warner Post, American Legion. Deceased is the son of Mrs. Flora Powell, of Bridgewater Township and was a private in Co. K, 312th infantry in the World War. ALSO Ed. H. VanVecthen, of New York, was a guest at the home of Mrs. H. B. Benedict over Sunday, being a boyhood friend of Rev. B. B. Benedict. He is an actor whose side line is posing and has achieved some reputation as a model. Mr. VanVecthen was Remington’s “Indian” during the last two years Remington worked and posed for Leyendecker, Charles Dana Gibson, Franklin Booth, A. L. Keller and all the leading artists in and around New York.

Birchardville – There will be a masquerade social held in the Grange Hall, Friday evening, Oct. 38th. Everybody come and have a good time. A prize will be given to the best dressed; also a booby prize.

Lakeside – There has been much talk about the State draining the well-known Page Pond of this place. This is a large and fine sheet of water, long renowned as a famous fishing resort and should not be allowed to pass out of existence. We understand a stock company is being organized to purchase and preserve it for the benefit of the fishing public. We hope they will succeed in their efforts. With the completion of the Lackawanna Trail more fishermen and campers will be brought in; more cottages could be built, more business done and one more step gained for a good road from New Milford to Lakeside.

Harford – L. W. Peck and son, while digging potatoes, found one which weighed two pounds and seven ounces. Can anyone beat that? If so, let’s hear from them. The potato can be seen at Maynard’s store. ALSO – Several from here attended W. W. Resseguie’s sale at South Gibson and J. M. Felton purchased a fancy pig. If you want to see something worth the price, just stop and take a look at it.

Susquehanna – Owing to the depression in the broad silk market, the Tri-Boro Silk Mill, on Erie Avenue, will close, as soon as the silk now on the spindles is run off. Supt. Greene, however, does not think the shut-down will be of long duration. ALSO The Erie Band gave a program of music on Monday evening at the opening of the bazaar, which is being held for the benefit of the Susquehanna Inter-State basketball league.

Lawton – Merchant M. M. Coleman, of Lawton, has purchased from the Kahler estate, the store that he has occupied for some years and is to be congratulated on acquiring this property. He is progressive and a popular business man. The household goods of the late S. P. Kahler will be sold at public auction at the Coleman store building, on Saturday, October 22.

Bridgewater Twp. – Chas. Roberts has sold his farm of 127 acres in East Bridgewater, to Ygnazes Grisafi, of Dalton, who will take possession Nov. 1.

Dimock – A stereopticon lecture on “Bee Life” will be given in the community building, Friday evening, at 7:30. There will be no charge for admission. The lecture will be given by Rev. A. Jeffrey.

Gibson – The school house has been thoroughly repaired and painted for the opening next week, new windows, new roof and other improvements being made.

Lenoxville – An old-fashioned husking bee was held at Cordie Allen’s Friday evening. About 250 bushels of corn were husked, after which refreshments were served. About 80 friends and neighbors were present.

Great Bend – Mrs. Robert Roosa, aged 84 years, died Friday evening, after a long illness at her home in East Great Bend. Deceased is survived by two sons, J. L. Roosa and Adelbert Roosa. Burial in Newman cemetery.

North Jackson – Joseph Avery is erecting a steam mill upon the Emory Cox farm and will soon engage in cutting pine logs and other lumber for C. W. Deakin, of Susquehanna. C. B. Gillett has the contract for stocking the mill.

Thompson – Wednesday, Oct. 12, being the 75thbirthday of J. W. Hobbs, a number of his friends and neighbors surprised him by spending the evening at his home on Main street at Thompson. One interesting feature of the evening was when one of the grand-children found an old violin in the attic, which Mr. Hobbs played over 50 years ago Finally Mr. Hobbs was persuaded to play, and he surprised all in the way he handled the bow. After the usual form of providing lunch and tokens of respect, the friends retired to their homes, wishing Mr. Hobbs many more birthdays as happy.

Forest City – Forest City defeated the Legion team at the local park Sunday afternoon. The first few innings were close but in the last two the Legion was routed. The final score stood at 25 to 10 in favor of the Cityites. “Italy” Slick’s pitching was the main feature. ALSO George Fives has sold his farm in Clinton township to Michael J. Shanley. Mr. Fives will become a resident of this place.

Ararat – The band social held at the home of L. W. Potter, Friday evening, was a delightful affair. Music by the band, the Ararat orchestra, the male quartet and piano duets by Mrs. Crosier and Mrs. Barnes, of Thompson, made a most enjoyable program. Delicious refreshments were served, and all enjoyed the evening very much and felt it one to be remembered with pleasure.

Rush – The mystery connected with the destruction of the Rush and Auburn Poor House, by fire, has been solved. Mazzie E., age 32, an inmate, has confessed. She made an unsuccessful attempt August 6th but on August 17th she was successful. Mrs. E. and her five children were being cared for there when her husband deserted them. Mazzie and the five children were found with nothing to eat and Mrs. Emmons ill, when they were taken to the poor farm. The husband, Stanley E., took up with May M., whose mother, Mrs. Elias M. is a cripple and also an inmate of the farm. Mrs. M. had a grievance against the caretakers and wanted the building burned and was unable to do it, so she persuaded Mazzie to do it. The only reason Mrs. E. gives for the crime is that she wanted to get out, and Mr. Devine, the caretaker, would not let her go. [Last names withheld].

Kingsley – Tony Scott, a section workman on the D. L. & W., was instantly killed, Sept. 22, 1921, when struck by a special passenger train making high speed. He was 28 years of age, a young man of sunny disposition and many friends were shocked to hear of his tragic death. He is survived by one brother, Angelo Scott, of Kingsley, and his parents and one sister, in Florence, Italy.

Ararat – The picnic at Dunn’s Lake, Labor Day, was a success in every way. The day was beautiful and crowds of people attended and enjoyed meeting old friends and watching the ball game, races, etc. The cemetery committee cleared over $100 at the refreshment booth. The Community Band, under the able leadership of Scott Manzer, of Gibson, played at intervals through the day and was much appreciated. Miss Celia Carpenter, with her pupils, gave an entertainment at the Grange Hall, Friday evening, the 23rd, which was most enjoyable and netted the Ladies Cemetery Committee more than $50.

Montrose – Mrs. Harris Ayres entertained at a variety shower in honor of Miss Mary Chase whose marriage to Hugh S. Mackey takes place October 5th, at noon, in the Methodist Episcopal church. A most original idea was presented where the guests were requested to go into another room where the gifts were hung on a clothes line and the guest of honor was invited to “bring in the washing.” She received many pretty and useful presents.

Brookdale – Mr. and Mrs. George H. English, of this place, were business callers in Montrose on Tuesday. Mr. English’s aunt, Miss Gertrude Hance, of Binghamton, who was for 27 years a missionary in Africa, and well-known throughout the county, is at present visiting at the English home.

Lawton – George L. Pickett is one of Lawton’s very well-known residents. Mr. Pickett had for many years worn a full beard, but a few months ago dispensed with that portion of the hirsute adornment, causing him to pass unrecognized by many who considered themselves well acquainted with him.

Brooklyn – Floyd Jewett is an extraordinarily popular and an accomplished musician, being a member of the Brooklyn Band. He is the son of Ben Jewett, with whom the editor of this paper spent a large number of his waking hours (many when both should have been cozily tucked away in their beds asleep) when both were boys—but that is another story.

Hop Bottom – E.M. Loomis, of the firm of Loomis & Case, which was recently dissolved by mutual consent, will remain in his home town and specialize in the sale of milking machines, pipeless furnaces, steam and hot water heating plants, etc. Mr. Loomis has an enviable reputation for honorable dealings, covering many years, and has been very successful. The general merchandise business will be continued by Roy Case at the old stand. Mr. Case is an energetic, wide-awake young man.

Harford – The aeroplane attracted much attention at the fair and deserves much credit for the many very successful flights which it made. The following are among the number that enjoyed a ride in the machine: Rupert Grant, Leon Hall, Ralph Tiffany, Carl Seamans, John Chamberlain, Mr. Chesley, Gerald Tyler, Geo. Tyler, Will Adams and John Bailey.

Forest Lake – Miss Myrtie Coy, while getting into the kid wagon to come home Friday night, had the misfortune to run a crochet hook into her leg, below the knee. Mr. Raynard took her to Ed Taylor’s, where Dr. Preston was called and cut out the hook, making a bad wound. We hope for her speedy recovery.

Susquehanna – A large number of Baptist young people enjoyed an outing at the home of Ernest Grimes, down the river, last Friday evening. A big fire was kindled upon the flat rocks; weiners and rolls soon appeared and the air was filled with the aroma of “hot dogs.” All report a fine time with the probability of another similar fun-making event in the near future.

Starrucca – Ira Simmons was in Susquehanna recently with an exhibit of potatoes. These were only samples, raised from potato balls. They are so durned large that it only takes six of them to make a dozen. Mr. Simmons says the crop, on an average, is so large that they have to be removed from the ground with crowbars, hauled in a stone boat and slid into the cellar through a hole knocked through the wall. For winter use they are sawed into blocks, dipped in grease and allowed to stand in a concrete warehouse built underground, as a sort of an addition to the cellar.

Bradford County – Peter Walters, of Spring Hill, faces a charge of murder as the result of the death of State Fish Warden W. E. Shoemaker, who was shot while attempting to place Walters under arrest for a violation of the state fish and game laws, about a month ago. Shoemaker was widely known and had the reputation of being one of the most vigilant officials in the service of the state. Because of his vigilance several attempts had been made on his life, it is said.

Marriage Licenses: Robert H. Aten and Anna Taylor, both of Montrose; Sheldon S. Pierce and Eva M. Borgstrom, both of Susquehanna; Steve Barber and Margaret Salisbury, both of Montrose; Stanley Fletcher and Ettie E. Dean, both of New Milford.

Dimock – The Labor Day Community Fair exceeded all expectations. More than 1,000 people were there. Community spirit was the keynote everywhere. The parade was probably the feature attraction with the old and new farm machinery section creating a great deal of interest. Over 200 school children and teachers took part in the parade. Two very lively wrestling bouts were on the program. In the first, Roy Randall, of Dimock, threw Ailiee [Arlie?] Nichols, of South Montrose. In the second, Clifford Stone, of Dimock, defeated Herman Hollister, of East Rush.

Factoryville – Everyone with a knowledge of baseball residing in this section of the country will feel an interest in the announcement that the New York Giants are to play, on Sept. 30th, a testimonial game for the benefit of Christy Mathewson, the Factoryville man, who, for so many years, was a tower of strength in the box for the New York Nationals. Boston is to be the competing team. An effort is to be made to have the regular game preceded by a five-inning contest between the present Giants and the men who were with Mathewson on the team when it won the world championship in 1905. Few of these are still active in baseball. Mathewson is still at Saranac Lake, in the Catskills, a sufferer from tubercular trouble.

Montrose – G. G. Shafer, who has a national reputation as a tennis star, and Rodney Beck, who won the Montrose Country club tournament this year, are favored to win first honors in the Binghamton Country club tournament, which is now in progress.

Springville – Misses Mabel Decker and Nellie Sheehan, of Mehoopany, teachers in the school here, are occupying rooms in Mrs. J. H. Mitchell’s home.

Rushboro – The LaRue reunion was held in the grove here last week. About 60 were present. A chicken dinner was served. After an exciting ball game a business meeting was held and new officers elected.

St. Joseph – The church was struck by lightning on Friday afternoon, Sept. 2nd. O’Neill and Little, local insurance agents, report little damage done. Re-slating the roof will be the extent of the repair work.

Brooklyn – Mr. and Mrs. B. L. Jewett, Rodney Jewett and N. J. Richardson, met with an accident on Thursday, when driving to Scranton. An auto, in trying to pass a heavy wagon coming toward them, struck their car and the occupants were thrown out. Mr. Richardson sustained quite serious injuries and the others were bruised and considerably shaken up, but fortunately escaped further injury.

Harford – Miss Katherine Quinlan left Monday to resume her duties as teacher in the Scotland Industrial School. [The Scotland School for Veteran’s Children was established in 1895 as the PA Soldiers’ Orphans Industrial School. The remaining students at Harford Soldiers’ Orphan School were transferred to Scotland.]

Forest City – South Main street was opened to vehicular traffic Saturday, and immediately some of the young men of Forest City and Vandling sought to turn it into a speedway. The authorities were as determined that no speeding would be tolerated and as a result 14 speed kings are to face his honor, the Burgess. Tuesday evening four were up and each fined. Three settled for $10 and costs each and the fourth was let off with a $3 fine and costs. It is alleged that several of the young men were driving from 40 to 50 miles an hour.

South Gibson – Mrs. Hiland Esterbrooks, of Gibson, has moved her family to the Central Building and will be our hello [telephone] girl.

Thompson – Miss Lennie Chapel, of Windsor, NY, is expected to come as assistant to Mrs. A. C. Foster in her millinery store, with a view to becoming proprietress in the near future.

New Milford - The marriage of Miss Helen Mae Whitney, of Thompson, and Royal D. Rice, of New Milford, occurred Sept. 1st. They will reside on the F. E. Rice farm in the township. ALSO Lightning struck the barn of Jesse Morse, on his farm east of here, Friday afternoon, and burned it, together with a quantity of hay and all his farm machinery. The loss, which is heavy, was only partly covered by insurance.

Uniondale – Among the welcome visitors we noticed Leonard Avery, more familiarly known as “Bush.” He is connected with the U. S. ship Manley, and is stationed at Newport, R. I. This is his first visit home in two years. All were glad to meet him. ALSO Elkdale baseball team suffered defeat twice. It was the Uniondale team that gave them the trimming. Saturday’s game resulted in a sore of 4 to 1, and only for a fumble would have had a shut-out. The game Monday at the local park was a clincher. Bayless on the mound was classy and steady. Uniondale copped the fourth game of a series of six games Monday.

Jackson – Among the sports enjoyed here during the past few weeks, nothing was in favor more than quoits. Among those who enjoyed the popular pastime were: Messrs. Dodge, Hayes and Paden, of Binghamton; Gardner and Thomas, of Scranton. In spite of the fact that the New Yorkers were on the majority side and put up a good fight for their native state, the laurels went to Pennsylvania. ALSO The Labor Day base ball game, between Jackson and Brushville, resulted in a victory for Brushville, 12 to 9. The Jackson pitcher was R. E Tucker; the catcher, Don Aldrich. Harrison brothers’ pitched and caught for Brushville. The game might have resulted in a victory for Jackson had it not been interrupted by a rain storm. Gibson was defeated by Jackson, Saturday. The score was 11 to 1. The Gibson pitcher and catcher were Floyd Craft and Lewis Richards, respectively. Gussie Stone, Jackson pitcher, and Don Aldrich, catcher.

Welch Hill, Clifford Twp. – Last Friday, while riding in a truck near this place, Stephen Bronson, our veteran meat man, and Nelson and Max Coleman, of Uniondale, met with an accident out of the ordinary. In turning out for another car the driver struck a large rock with such force as to overturn the car. The occupants were able to extricate themselves without help, owing to the car turning on the calf rack which was strong enough to sustain the weight of the car. Bronson does not let such little things bother him. He drove home 15 head of choice beef cattle and the car.

News Brief: The President has signed the bill declaring the war with Germany at an end. The public was of the opinion that it had been over for a couple of years.