Montrose – Mrs. Mary G. Sayre, wife of Benjamin Chapman Sayre, passed away Dec. 11, 1920 in Jacksonville, Fla., at the age of 94. Her young womanhood was spent in Wilkes-Barre, her grandfather, Rev. Cyrus Gildersleeve, having been one of the early pastors of the First Presbyterian church. Her father, W. C. Gildersleeve, was a prominent business man of that city and a man of strong principles and deep-seated religious belief. During the years before the Civil War he was active in aiding escaping slaves to the Canadian border, being one of the foremost leaders in maintaining the “underground railway station” in Wilkes-Barre, which was one of the connecting links of the route, and included Scranton, Waverly, Montrose, Binghamton, Owego and numerous other points in Pennsylvania and New York State. It was Mary’s wish that she might pass from earth at her old home in Montrose and be laid by the side of her husband in the family plot in the Montrose cemetery. ALSO A very beautiful Christmas service has been arranged for Sunday evening, when the early part of the service will be given over to a Sermon of a Hundred Candles, in which a hundred candles will be used to teach some spiritual truths. This message will be of great interest to both the young and old. ALSO Mrs. Harry Gersowitz received information of the death of her sister, who resided at Stanesten, near Kovno, Russia. She was one of a considerable number who were killed or fatally wounded when a Polish airplane flew over the city and dropped a bomb. She lived several days after receiving the injuries and left six sons motherless by her death. Her husband was gone for four years during the war. When we Americans consider our peace, security and prosperity, it should make us more generous in giving of our means to aid those unfortunates in Europe and Asia.

Jackson – H. Marble Wells wrote a letter to be read by all his former friends and members of Capt. Dimock’s Co. D, 50th Pennsylvania Volunteers, of which he was a member. There were three: Marble, Velosco V. Leonard and P. K. Benson. They were on the ill-fated ship, Winfield Scott, 500 of the 50th. While off Cape Hatteras a hurricane blew the masts off and left the hull of the ship powerless, and for three days and three nights they pumped and baled water for their dear lives. They also threw everything overboard. When the storm ceased they were towed into Hilton Head, S. C. Wells and Leonard served time in southern prison dens. They all spoke very kindly of Capt. Dimock and “Fletch” Warner.

West Auburn – A chicken-pie dinner will be served on Thursday evening, Dec. 23d, in the church parlors, the proceeds to be divided 50-50 between the Near East Relief and pastor’s salary.

Harford – F. O. Miller and Hon. E. E. Jones have formed a partnership in the automobile business. Mr. Jones taking an active financial interest in the firm while Mr. Miller will supervise the business. The firm has leased a portion of Woodward’s garage in New Milford, where they will have their sales room. The Dodge car will be prominently featured.

Forest City – John Fararo has purchased the confectionery store of Peter Mancuso on North Main street and is in possession. ALSO Eugene Slick had three toes of his right foot crushed while at work in the mines Friday. He was removed to Emergency hospital.

Clifford – Sylvester Wells died at his home Thursday morning from pneumonia, aged 80 years. He was a lifelong resident of Clifford township and was one of the best known farmers in that section. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Mrs. Hattie A. Clark, of Brooklyn; Arthur, Ernest and Raymond.

Thompson – Mrs. Rachel Corey, of Jackson Street, is quilting a quilt containing one thousand, six hundred and seventy-three pieces.

Uniondale – Jerome Curtis has gone to stay with his son Benjamin, at Factoryville, for the winter. Mr. Curtis is one of the very few survivors of Co. M. 17th PA, Cavalry, of Civil War fame. He is eighty-three years of age, and says he remembers the time when he went to Honesdale to enlist, as if it happened only yesterday. ALSO Mrs. Grace McPherson, wife of Bert McPherson, was drawn as a juror to serve in the county court the first week of the next term. Bert is up in arms and says no court except a divorce court has the right to separate man and wife. Mrs. McPherson, for several years before her marriage, was one of the leading school teachers of this vicinity and will render a verdict according to the evidence in cases on which she may be drawn.

Lanesboro – Lanesboro experienced a very bad fire last night about nine o’clock when a barn owned by W. E. Bennett and occupied by Leslie Jones, an express deliveryman in Susquehanna, was burned. It is a large structure situated close to Firemen’s hall. In the barn were two horses, four cows, some pigs, twelve tons of hay, wagons and farming implements belonging to Mr. Jones. The Lanesboro fire company worked heroically to stay the fire, but the task was too great for their equipment. The Susquehanna fire trucks loaded with firemen rushed to Lanesboro and the Erie hose company gave great assistance with the motor engine and several lines of hose. O. H. Storer’s barn and Firemen’s hall were threatened but the flames were kept away by the judicious playing of streams from the fire hose.

Sapulpa, Oklahoma – Mrs. Roy Howells, who will be remembered as Miss Margaret Lyons, daughter of Mrs. A. W. Lyons, of Montrose, now of Chicago, swallowed a very valuable diamond ring December 5th, when bandits near Sapulpa accosted her and her husband in broad daylight. The Howells were crossing Oklahoma and just as their car drove onto a bridge, three masked men crawled from beneath the bridge, jumped in front of their Hudson car, and at the point of guns, commanded both to hold up their hands. After searching Howells and relieving him of about $200, the bandits disabled their car and were searching Mrs. Howells. When asked a question she swallowed one diamond ring, another she was able to secret in her dress.

News Brief: Governor Sproul, a short time ago, stood on the steps of the State Capitol at Harrisburg and auctioned off three health bonds to wage war on tuberculosis. Although one of the busiest men in the state, the Governor was not too busy to help the cause of sound health and was liberal enough to pay $75 for a $5.00 health bond.

Franklin Forks – A. E. Stockholm passed quietly from this life Nov. 20, 1920, at the age of 83 years, at his home. Mr. Stockholm was a Civil War veteran and his death leaves but three members of his Post at Franklin Forks. His brother, George Stockholm, read the G. A. R. service at his late home, and later at the Methodist Church at this place.

Montrose – D. J. Donovan’s new restaurant has been named “The Ever-Best Quick Lunch and Dining Room.” It will be up to the last minute in appointments, and will be one of Montrose’s show places. ALSO Mrs. Miriam Evans celebrated her 97th birthday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. E. Hollister, and granddaughter, Mrs. J. G. McGeorge, on Public Avenue on Tuesday. Mrs. Evans is enjoying fairly good health for one of her years, her faculties are keen and alert. ALSO The people of Montrose and other sections of the county will be interested to know that the photographic studio in the Read block has been re-opened. This studio has a long and enviable reputation for fine photography. The new proprietor, E. W. Kempsell, comes to Montrose extraordinarily well recommended, having been connected with the best photographic studios in Scranton. By good work and careful attention to business, Mr. Kempsell hopes to develop a large business in all the branches of modern photography.

South Harford – We have something to brag about again—a real, live panther. Several have heard it, and dame rumor saw it with a skunk in its mouth. If it is hungry enough to eat a skunk, we wonder what it would do to a man or woman.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. – The Taylor Hollow school opened on Monday of this week, after being closed for a week on account of chicken pox.

South Gibson – Armistice Day was observed by the members of the G. A. R. and Sons of Veterans, in the Sons of Veterans’ Hall, on Nov. 11th.

Bennett’s Corners – Irving Loomis took the basketball team of Auburn Center to Stella recently, to show them a good game.

Brookdale – Miss Nellie Dolan is nursing in the Moore-Overton hospital, at Binghamton.

Hop Bottom – Saturday night was a “red letter day” for the members of the M. E. church, at which time the members, with their friends, gathered to celebrate the clearing of the indebtedness of the church. A history of the church up to the present time was given by H. G. Wright, then came the burning of the note which meant so much to all.

Lawton – A number of children are suffering with whooping cough.

Herrick Center – The stereopticon lantern ordered by the M. E. Sunday school has arrived and was initiated by Rev. T. J. Vaughn on Friday evening. The people in attendance at the bazaar were invited upstairs to the auditorium to listen to an illustrated lecture on a group of islands belonging to Japan. The machine is run by an acetylene light and seems to be very satisfactory. It is expected that it will prove a source of pleasure and profit to the young people of the community during the winter months.

Jackson – Hark! What is that that Howls? Can it be owls? Oh, no, they would be in trees not driving along the road at 3 a.m.

Heart Lake – The Ladies’ Aid of the Heart Lake M. E. church will give an entertainment, “The Old-Fashioned Photograph Album,” at the church on Friday evening, Dec. 10th. Also, at this time, all ladies having earned a dollar will tell how they earned it. The Male quartet from Montrose will be present to help the good work along.

Dundaff – Miss Laura Wells, a teacher in the Dundaff public school, and daughter of L. J. Wells, of that place, died Monday evening following an illness of a few days. Her death comes as a shock to her many friends. Deceased was 19 years of age and a life-long resident of Dundaff. She was a graduate of the Mansfield State Normal school, class of 1918. She was a young woman of sterling character and esteemed by all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance. She is survived by her father, two sisters, Mrs. Hannah Race, of Crystal Lake, and Miss Louisa Wells, a student at the Mansfield Normal School.

Ararat – W. A. Silver, truant officer of Ararat township, brought two parents and their children before Justice C. M. Lewis, at Thompson, this week, charging them with having failed to have their children in school as required by the compulsory school law. After hearing the evidence, the justice imposed fines and costs amounting to $10 in each case.

Springville – The special Saturday sales which are being held by W. W Reynolds and Lee Bros.,’ in Springville, are attracting much attention and big crowds. Last Saturday the town was thronged with people from miles around. This week Lee Bros. are advertising sugar at 9½ cents per pound for Saturday, and flour at $2.98 a sack, with general reductions on other goods. The business rivalry between the two stores is being appreciated by the buying public.

Uniondale – Col. F. J. Osgood, of the Northeastern Pennsylvania telephone company, was here to view the wreckage caused by the ice storm on the night of Nov. 16. He is pushing the work of reconstruction as fast as possible and says that with all possible loyalty the farmers are volunteering their services, gratis to the company, in the work of repairing the lines. Everything is quiet here on the telephone line and a cynical old bachelor says we will have to fall back on asking a woman for the news.

Montrose – The Humane Society, organized in September, already has over a hundred members. The Society’s agent, Dr. Cole had received many complaints from the neighbors about a man living some distance from town, who was charged with cruelly neglecting his animals. Last week this man came to town driving a horse that was lame, unshod and pulling a load by the hames. Dr. Cole cited him before Justice Davies, when he pleaded guilty to the charge of cruelty and was fined $10. He was given some good advice by the Justice about his treatment of his horse and stock and was shown that the laws of Pennsylvania protected animals from cruelty as well as human beings.

Franklin Twp. – A most interesting letter came to the Democrat, as follows: Your article on the oil well and mention of the Salt Spring, suggests talk I heard when a small boy at Nicholson. The statement was made that one of the early settlers used to loan, at intervals, to Indians, a particularly large kettle which was carried north up Martin’s creek. When returned it frequently showed it had been used for boiling down salt water. The location of the spring was kept secret, but when the Indians came the last time they described the location with reference to a large forked-top pine tree, but the settlers were never able to locate either the tree or the spring. My indefinite recollection is that Lathrop township was suggested. May it have been further north? Yours truly, Wm. A. Wilcox, Scranton, Pa. ALSO In Franklin Forks, Kenneth Conklin, aged 10 years, was accidentally shot in the leg by his brother, Orren, of Endicott, one day last week. His condition is not serious. Orren had returned to his home from Endicott where he had been working. He brought a rifle with him with the intention of going on a hunting trip before returning to the city. While cleaning the gun a shell exploded and the discharge entered his brother’s limb. The wound was treated by Dr. Caterson.

Liberty Twp. – Old-Fashioned Square Dance, Friday, Nov. 5th, at Lawsville Center, in the building that was formerly Roberts’ store. Music by Franklin Fork’s orchestra. Admission, 75 cents.

Forest Lake – The Women’s Christian Temperance Union ladies had a temperance program on Sunday, with special temperance music, and Mr. Harwood gave a short temperance political sermon. The church was neatly decorated with flags and white ribbon. Many were there from Forest Lake Center and Birchardville.

Lawton – Several hunters arrived yesterday to be in time for hunting. We see more “No Trespass” signs posted on the farms than ever, and it is the right thing to do.

South Harford – The chief topic is election and how a woman will vote. Just go to election and see. ALSO In Harford, Mrs. A. R. Grant had an apple-cut at her home one day last week. She is drying apples to send to an orphans’ home in Vermont.

Susquehanna – The employees in the Erie shops of this place set a new record in the matter of overhauling locomotives during the month of October. Twenty locomotives were completely overhauled during the month and on an eight-hour schedule. Previous to this the largest number overhauled during a month was eighteen. ALSO Michael Igo, who was injured in the shops last Saturday underwent the amputation of his left leg on Monday. Mr. Igo was knocked down by a pair of large driving wheels which were being rolled into the shop, one passing over the leg, and injuring it so badly amputation proved necessary. ALSO Robert Tickner has sold his restaurant and pastry shop on Main Street to Harley D. Hall. Beginning Nov. 8, the restaurant will be re-opened night and day, serving lunches and meals at all hours. ALSO Raymond Tucker, for 12 years past the carrier on rural mail route No. 6, out of Susquehanna, has resigned, effective Nov. 15th, and will remove to Deposit, where he has purchased a greenhouse business. Mr. Tucker has sold his residence here. H. V. Burton has been appointed carrier on R. D. No. 6, succeeding Mr. Tucker. Mr. Burton will remove from R. D. 5 to Susquehanna.

Forest City – Last month W. H. Stephens, who resides in the former Budd building on North Main street, entertained his brother Joseph Stephens, of Seattle, Washington. It was the first time in 43 years the brothers had met and the time for the departure of the western brother came too soon. Mr. Stephens is connected with the engineering department of the city of Seattle, his home. He has seen Seattle grow from a mill town of 3,000 inhabitants to a city of 316,000 and one of the most important trading centers on the Pacific. Mr. Stephens is past the 70 mark but is as active as a man of forty.

Hallstead – Joseph Gruslin, a former engineer on the Montrose branch of the D. L. & W., is reported seriously ill. He is an aged man.

Bridgewater Twp. - Henry Rose was accidentally shot in the right hip by his uncle, George Rose, while hunting, Monday afternoon. The elder Mr. Rose stumbled, when the gun was discharged, with the above mentioned result. The youngster was removed to his home, where he was treated by Dr. Gardner, who does not consider his condition serious. ALSO A party of four, from Scranton, have been hunting in this vicinity the past two days. Yesterday, Game Warden Geo. H. Watrous arrested one of them for shooting a pheasant from an auto. The man was fined $25.00. It is against the game law to shoot from an auto or vehicle, with a fine of $25.00 for shooting a pheasant and $10 for shooting a rabbit or squirrel.

St. Josephs – M. J. Kane, for the past few months, has been hauling the cream to Lawsville Creamery from Choconut Creek. His route started from O’Connell’s store and the trips were made by auto truck every second day. Mr. Kane’s work was very satisfactory, but owing to the time of year, he is discontinuing his services.

Brooklyn – There was a union service in the M. E. church last Sunday morning, which was addressed by Mrs. J. B. Sheen, of South Montrose, who spoke in the interest of the temperance candidates in the coming election.

Uniondale – The Semper Fidelis class held a banquet in Williams’ Hall on Friday night. Covers were laid for sixty. The hall was artistically trimmed with autumn leaves and hemlock and the usual array of jack-o’lanterns.

Jackson – The Jackson Dramatic Society is rehearsing a play “An Old-Fashioned Mother,” to be given in the near future.

Friendsville – Through an announcement in the Democrat today, E. E. Lee, of Friendsville, offers his mercantile business for sale, after a successful business career of 43 years. Mr. Lee feels that he would like to retire and it would seem that he is entitled to a vacation. The county has few finer gentlemen than he.

Montrose – The Humane Society wants a small house, just big enough for a person to get into, to use as a temporary shelter for cats and dogs left at the agent’s. Has anyone an unused chicken house, or other small building he or she would like to contribute for this purpose? If so, notify Dr. Cole.

Brooklyn – Mather Tiffany’s death occurred on Oct. 9th, 1920. He was the son of Thomas J. and Matilda (Rought) Tiffany and was born Oct. 7, 1847. He was a farmer of the old school and by strict attention to his farm and orchards had become owner of more land in Brooklyn than any other man. He was born and spent his entire life on the farm he owned at the time of his death.

Jackson – The people here are enjoying the Oregon Medicine show which is being held in

the I. O. O. F. hall.

Summersville, New Milford Twp.- The three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Neff was drowned in the creek at that place last Friday. The child had been playing along the bank of the creek, which was very high, due to heavy rains the day before. In some way he fell into the water. Mrs. Neff supposed the child was playing in the dooryard and when she missed him she started a search, finding him a short time later drowned along the creek, where he had such a short time before been so happily playing. The family have lived here only a short time.

Brackney – Miss Giblin, who teaches the Ward school; Mrs. Wilks, who teaches the Brackney school, and Miss Mahoney, who teaches the Gage school, are attending Teachers’ Institute at Montrose this week.

Great Bend Twp. – Dr. Frederic Brush has been commissioned assistant surgeon with rank of lieutenant, in the U. S. navy reserve force. The Burke Foundation, of which he is medical director, has recently erected a bronze and granite monumental flag staff in front of the Brooklyn naval hospital in commemoration of their mutual services in caring for the sick and wounded sailors and marines in the world war.

Forest Lake - A runaway accident in Forest Lake Township probably fatally injured Miss Blanche Hamlin. She and her father and Homer Coy were returning from Binghamton and were riding behind a pair of restive broncos. They drove off a sluiceway, frightening the horses into a run, and lost control. Mr. Coy and Miss Hamlin jumped or were thrown out, and she had her feet caught in a wheel and was dragged for some distance before Mr. Coy managed to stop the team. She was carried to the home of LaMont Stone and a physician called. The left side of her face was torn and cut where she had been dragged over the stony ground, the temple artery was severed and one ear was nearly severed. She is being cared for by a professional nurse and will be removed to a Binghamton hospital for treatment when her condition improves.

Gelatt Hollow – Mrs. H. B. Johnson, local member of the Daughters of the American Revolution national committee on historical research, visited Gelatt Hollow where she authenticated the graves of George Gelatt and Joel Barnes, Revolutionary soldiers. Mrs. Johnson is desirous of establishing the identity of graves of all Revolutionary soldiers in the county.

Wilkes-Barre – A reunion of the 143d PA Volunteer Infantry will take place on Oct. 19th. Mark B. Perigo, of New Milford is second vice-president. George Simpson, of Montrose, is a member having served in the regiment during the war. He, with three other young men, enlisted from Dundaff together and all came out of the war, but he is the sole survivor of the quartet. The regiment was surrounded and practically made prisoner at Gettysburg, the major part of the regiment holding back the advance while the battery was taken to the rear, members of the regiment pulling the heavy guns after the horses had been killed. Most of the men were paroled on the field, but some, who refused to accept a parole, died in Andersonville or were held as prisoners.

Forest City – Bootlegging Saga – After breakfast at the Forest House the men saw the burgess at his barber shop and from this point there are conflicts in the story. Rafter alleges that the bootleggers talked with the burgess and Chief about fixing things up, the men saying they were willing to pay for their release and that Franko said he was agreeable to anything that satisfied the officers. Both Franko and the Chief say it is not so. The detective’s statement also alleges that the men accompanied Cost and Blacksmith into the bar room of the Central House and gave them $200 in marked money and then the party started for the garage to release the truck. This the officers vigorously deny. They say they were called into the bar room to have a cigar and finding the bartender out, the men with whom they had stayed up all night insisted on the officers taking a little tip, with the statement “You’ve been a pretty good guy.” It was suggested that they take a walk and they went toward the garage. Cost went in to see that the barrel was still intact, and then returned to join the chief who was standing further up the street. At this point there was a rapid change in the course of events. Det. Rafter, Special Officer J. W. Jones and others joined the group and with hardly a by-your-leave marched the two offices to the Muchitz hotel where rooms had been engaged. The officers declare there was a lavish display of firearms and they were practically held captive for several hours while they were put under one of those examinations known in police circles as “the third degree.” They were asked to sign statements before being allowed to depart. The burgess was called to the conference and had a talk, but made no statement. The alleged bootleggers were not able to get possession of the truck until late in the afternoon when it was released to them after the long conference in the hotel as evidence that there was no settlement of the case and release of the truck as intimated in the detective’s statement. Before leaving town the bung was knocked out of the barrel and the contents ran into the gutter. The barrel contained water.

Women Jurors – Women as jurors in the county will be an accomplished fact at the January term of court. The jury commissioners met with the proper officials at the courthouse and the jurors for the next term were drawn. About 100 names of women eligible for jury duty had been placed in the wheel and of this number 17 chanced to be drawn. The name of Mrs. Ida S. Hart, of Oakland borough, was the first woman’s name to be drawn. She will serve as a grand juror as will Minnie Smith, of Lanesboro. Considerable space has been devoted by the joke smiths in the daily papers because some women asked to be excused on various pretexts, such as being unable to remain all the afternoon as she must get her husband’s supper. It is believed, however, that the women of Susquehanna county will readily adapt themselves to the new condition and will be found serving with fidelity and wisdom.

Montrose - The state has recommended that the schools give at least ten minutes a day to physical culture. Instructor O’Brien, who was recently in the army, is giving this course every morning and afternoon, immediately after the third period. It is expected that this will help the students mentally as well as physically. ALSO Landlord D. J. Donovan, proprietor of the Tarbell House, this week purchased the site of the Montrose House, at the corner of Church and Chestnut Sts. The building has been torn down and Mr. Donovan is planning to erect a structure on the former site. [The Montrose Inn was built at this location.] ALSO The Athletic association has secured Colonial Hall for three days a week, for basketball and folk dancing.

Silver Lake – Joseph J. Kane passed away at his home, December 4, following an illness from a complication of diseases. Mr. Kane was a prominent farmer and well-known in this vicinity. He was a son of Thomas and Ellen Nugent Kane and had lived practically his entire life of 52 years in the locality.

Auburn Twp. -Leander S. Lowe, aged 77 years, a resident here all his life, passed away at the home of his daughter Mrs. Murray Wandall, on November 31. He was a veteran of the Civil War and an honored member of the I.O.O.F. He leaves several sons and daughters. The funeral was held at Jersey Hill and was largely attended.

Forest Lake – Archie Horton has gone to the National Military Home at Hampton, Virginia, for the winter months. ALSO At Fair Hill, C. M. Brande’s cows got too many apples and nearly dried up—eight of them.

Susquehanna – County Game Protector George H. Watrous, who has been in Pike county during the open season for deer, shipped a doe to the Barnes Memorial hospital from Dingman’s Ferry. The animal had been illegally killed by hunters and, as prescribed by law, the doe was sent to a nearby hospital. ALSO The gigantic new turntable, near the old terminal, will be in use this week it is expected. It is the longest and heaviest ever made, no other railroad having one nearly its size and upon it the “Mat Shay” engines can be turned. The ironwork is as massive and heavy as upon the largest bridges.

Brooklyn – The call of fire summoned a large number of people to the home of T. A. Capron, where it was found that their chimney was burning out and fire had broken through in the upper rooms of the house. It was soon under control, however, and no great damage resulted. The need for some equipment, by the way of a hose cart and ladders, with which to fight fire, is being forced on the minds of our town people. ALSO The Methodist and Universalist Sunday schools, having voted in favor of a Community Christmas, have appointed committees that are arranging for a good program for the occasion.

Heart Lake – The hearing in the case of the Commonwealth vs. Charles and Edwin Hill, in the Juvenile Court, was continued by Judge Smith to the second Monday in January, the boys being paroled in the custody of their parents, Charles and Margaret Hill. The boys, aged 8 and 11 years, are charged with setting fire to the home of Arthur Hoyt, of Heart Lake, which was destroyed early in November.

New Milford – Robert Oliver, who has been playing in the Rocco Exposition Show Band, in Georgia, has returned to his hone here.

South Gibson – H. G. Michael has purchased an Edison talking machine.

Harford – The Sunshine Class will have a foot social at the home of Mrs. Abels, Tuesday night, Dec. 14. All tall folks are requested to attend, as well as the short ones.

Little Meadows – Charles Hand has gone to Endicott where he will accept a position as violinist in Roper’s Orchestra.

Howard Hill, Liberty Twp. – The mud is getting so deep that it reminds the farmer some of the snow we had last winter.

Forest City – Charles and Martin Skubic post of the American Legion, will elect officers for the ensuing year on Dec. 27. Applicants to the number of fifty or more are seeking membership in the order. The members will not be satisfied until every ex-service man, eligible to membership, is enrolled.

Ararat – While attending Pomona Grange at Thompson a halter was put in Jerome Denney’s wagon through mistake. Owner can have same by calling on Telephone Jackson Exchange.

Uniondale – Lineman John LeBell and A. S. Johnson are looking up the wreckage to the N. E. Pennsylvania Telephone Company caused by the storm of Nov. 16. They find plenty to do. It is hoped that the lines will soon be repaired to such an extent as to enable us to communicate with the outside world. We sympathize with the telephone company but we can not express our sympathy by wire. ALSO Last Thursday a telephone man worked hard all day in Uniondale without his dinner because no one directed him to the Ladies’ Aid at the Manse, where he could have had a dollar’s worth of victuals for 25 cents. In the evening he said he would have given a dollar for a dinner if he could have found a cook in Uniondale.

Marriage Licenses: Jesse Stevens and Verna M. Fisk, Springville; Chas A. Lynch, Little Meadows and Marie A. Curley, Middletown; Lisle F. Fortner and Gladys M. Swisher, Great Bend; Donald Franks and Helen O’Neill, Great Bend.

Forest City - Walter Kopeck was critically injured while at work in the Erie mine on Monday by being struck by a runaway car. The car got beyond control and in an effort to stop it Kopeck was injured. He was removed to Emergency hospital, Carbondale, where it was found that his spine was fractured and that he had received lacerations of the face and scalp. His limbs were paralyzed. AND The Lithuanian Dramatic Society presented two playlets in the Grand theatre Sunday evening to a large and admiring audience.

Uniondale – But few towns the size of Uniondale have the privileges of a free public library, and we frequently hear the remark “Uniondale should be proud of its library.” So, if you want to do something really worthwhile for your town, you will have an opportunity on Saturday, Nov. 20th.

West Clifford – On Saturday evening, about thirty friends and neighbors gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Jones for an old fashioned “Husking Bee,” with the result that nearly 100 bushels of corn was husked. Refreshments were served and all enjoyed a very pleasant evening.

Middletown – A very pretty wedding was solemnized at St. Patrick’s church on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 1920, when James Purtell and Miss Norene Coleman were united in marriage by their pastor, Rev. Father Ruddy. The attendants were Joseph Fitzgerald and Miss Kathleen Coleman, sister of the bride.

Montrose – The Beach Manufacturing Co., manufacturers of sawing machines, made a record for the month of October at their plant, 104 machines being made and shipped. Business is booming at the plant, and it is expected that this month’s shipment will equal that of last. In appreciation of their month’s work, each employee found an additional day’s wages in his pay envelope. These machines are in great demand not only in the United States and Canada, but all over the world. ALSO A turkey shoot was held on South Main street yesterday afternoon. The bird escaped from Rogers’ meat market and lit on the top of Voss’s garage. The only way the bird would come back was by resorting to a shotgun.

Susquehanna – The football team of the Susquehanna schools played the Port Jervis team, at that place, on Saturday last and defeated them by a score of 13-7. The Port Jervis team played here a few weeks ago and defeated the local team, the only time they have been beaten this season.

Little Meadows – J. N. Newman, Abel Card and Myron Card have returned from a two weeks’ hunting trip in the Adirondack Mountains with a fine deer.

Ainey – Arthur Wall and wife and Emmett Wall, of Scranton, spent last week at J. F. Johnson’s hunting. They carried home with them seventeen rabbits, four birds, two woodcocks and one owl. They were a happy lot of hunters.

Gelatt – The effects of the cider mills, which are running full blast here, are beginning to show on some of the population here about.

New Milford – George A. Lathrop was in town Wednesday on business. Mr. Lathrop is one of the leading salesmen of Dort cars in this vicinity, he and C. H. Young, of Springville, having the county agency. They desire to secure sub-agents in the principal towns in the county.

Apolacon Twp. – Commonwealth vs supervisors of Apolacon Twp., charged with not repairing roads. Verdict of guilty returned. Sentence deferred until first Monday of January, 1921, defendants to enter into their own recognizance for appearance at that time.

West Auburn – On the evening of Nov. 24th, our school, under the direction of the teacher, Miss Susie Swackhamer, will render a Thanksgiving program in the M. E. church, followed by a social. Refreshments will be served and the proceeds will be applied to the purchase of a school library.

Hallstead – Aaron and Robert VanWormer have leased the Cole store building, corner Pine and Church streets, Hallstead, and will open a grocery store. Mr. Cole will continue his business in the store next door. Hubert Hassler has leased the store building in the Arlington Hotel block, on Franklin St., where he will open a second-hand furnishing store.

Brooklyn – Dr. Fred Miller and family, of Franklin, Pa., are returning to their former home here to reside. Last spring, while they were here during the serious illness and death of Mrs. Miller’s father, O. M. Doloway, their home was destroyed by fire. Later they returned to Franklin, where they lived until a few days ago, when they were awakened by cries of fire, and just escaped from the building.

Ararat – On Nov. 2, at their home in Burnwood, Mrs. and Mrs. Thomas Avery celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married at the Presbyterian parsonage at Ararat by the Rev. R. V. Wilson. Nine children were born, of which seven are still living.

Jackson – Jackson Township again gave the lie to the incompatibility argument when another couple of its life-long residents celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on Nov. 11th. The youthful and happy pair were Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Washburn, and the hostess for the day was their daughter, Mrs. Alfred Henderson, of North Jackson. To be sure as many of the children as could be present were there. A most pleasant feature also to behold was the presence of a number of Mr. Washburn’s comrades of the Myron French Post, G. A. R. With so many past masters of the game present, it was inevitable that dominoes be part of the order of the day.

Wager on Election: W. A. Welliver, proprietor of the Ideal Moving Picture Theatre, proved that he was “game” beyond a doubt, when he paid a wager with Attorney Ed. Little, yesterday noon. Mr. Welliver, a staunch Democrat, and Mr. Little, a good Republican, made a wager as to who would be the next President, and Welliver paid the wager yesterday noon by wheeling Attorney Little in a wheelbarrow from the Court House to Morris’ Drug Store. Now Mr. Welliver believes in cheerfully “owning up the corn,” and not only did he pay his wager, but on Tuesday night he threw on the screen, at his theatre, an announcement that the event was to be “pulled off,” that nobody might miss the fun. We’ll say Will’s “game”—and a good looser.

Franklin and Liberty Twp. – Various movements looking to the sinking of test wells in the two townships for oil and natural gas have been chronicled in newspapers of late. Visitors at the Wheaton farm, at the Salt Springs, find the revelations, when on the ground, become really more than interesting—startling would better describe the impression gained. Arriving at the Wheaton farm, the first place visited was the historic Salt Springs. This spring constantly emits bubbles and, intermittently, seems in a veritable ebullition from the gas coming up through the water and escaping at the surface. One may hold a large funnel over the well and ignite the gas. This phenomenon has existed for a hundred years and vouched for by Mrs. Wheaton, widow of the late Squire James Wheaton, who watched this spring for well towards 50 years. 

Montrose – One frequently reads, in the press following Halloween, of thoughtless conduct on the part of young people, bordering on ruffianism and lawlessness; and this has been true, more or less, of our own town in the past. It goes without saying that this is not in keeping with the traditional method of celebrating Hallowe’en, and many cities and towns, to correct this condition, are holding public celebrations, which afford amusement for young and old alike. Let Montrose do the same. A parade will start from the school house at 7:30 and everyone, including all the town organizations, are requested to get in line without further initiation. Let everybody think up something that will add to the merriment of the occasion. After the parade there will be games for the children and prizes will be awarded to the winners. This part of the program and the street dance to follow will be held on Church street. The games will include a sack race, potato race, tug ’o war, push ball and pie eating contests. Contributions will be welcome to fund this event.

Lawton –While Mrs. James McGovern and a boy who resides with her, were driving towards their home, their horse became frightened at an automobile when rounding the corner in front of the Rush garage. Both occupants were thrown from the wagon, striking the concrete wall of the garage and quite seriously injured and rendered unconscious. Dr. Austin, of Laceyville, was summoned to the home of John Devine and dressed their wounds. The boy was the more seriously injured, being badly cut about the head. While Mrs. McGovern was badly bruised her injuries were not so severe. The occupants of the car did not stop to render assistance to the injured, which, if we are correctly informed, should be done according to automobile laws.

Bridgewater Twp. – Robert Birchard, little son of Edward Birchard, who was seriously injured recently when coming in contact with a heavily charged electric power wire, has recovered and is able to be out to play again. He had an extremely close call.

Heart Lake – Mrs. Ralph Lewis, who lives on the A. L. Millard farm, near this place, was seriously injured while driving to the creamery yesterday. Just as she left the new concrete road near Gardner crossing, the hold-back straps broke, letting the wagon strike the horse which kicked Mrs. Lewis, crushing her jaw. When found she was under the wagon seat and unconscious. Her horse had freed itself and returned home. Dr. Preston was called and treated the patient. Mrs. Lewis rallied slightly and asked as to her baby, who was with her, and relapsed again. Strange to say, her baby who was found nearby, was uninjured. Mrs. Lewis was unconscious at last reports.

Fairdale – W. S. Taylor, Attorney-at-Law, filled the M. E. pulpit on Sunday in the interest of the Anti-Saloon League.

Harford – Mrs. O. F. Maynard has gone into the millinery business. She has a few nice hats on display in the store. ALSO Hunting season opened Oct. 20 and the men are busy. Their guns and the bark of the dogs make the forest echo. 

Farmers – The farm papers have been full this fall of non-partisan politics, urging the farmers to stand by their candidates, regardless of party. We have some good articles this week on farmer candidates. Fred Hillis is the only farmer on the county ticket and every farmer and his wife should vote for him. Five-sevenths of the voters of Susquehanna county are farmers. Why not send a farmer to represent them at Harrisburg.

Springville – Arthur Arnts has been entertaining the mumps. The teachers and scholars, including Professor Button, have all had a siege, and while being quite sick, are all doing nicely. ALSO Ward Young is driving a new automobile. This time it’s not a Ford. ALSO Some of our boys are suffering with black eyes as the result of base ball.

Lanesboro – Samuel Price, aged 42 years, died at the Barnes Hospital, Susquehanna, Oct. 22, 1920. Death was due to typhoid fever, with which he had been ill for five weeks.

New Milford – Miss Mary Walker, of Binghamton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Walker, formerly proprietors of the Walker House, in this place, was married Oct. 9, 1920, to S. Aubrey Crumb, of Norwich, NY. The ceremony took place in the Little Church around the Corner, in New York City. A dinner was served the bridal party at the Waldorf Astoria, following which they left on an automobile trip through the Berkshire Mountains, Boston, and other places. They will reside at Norwich, where Mr. Crumb is a member of a firm of automobile dealers.

South Ararat – A good many from here attended the funeral of Bliss Baldwin, which was held at the Presbyterian church, Sunday. Burial in the family plot in the Ararat cemetery. He had been in declining health for some time and in May was taken to the Fairview hospital, where he passed away on Oct. 20. Mr. and Mrs. Baldwin were former residents of this place, and for the past few years had not resided here. He leaves a wife and five children and aged aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. L. O. Baldwin. He was about 46 years of age.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. - Some heard an airplane pass over the Hill, Monday night, about 11 o’clock.

Gibson – Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Potter and son, Clyde, on account of Mrs. Potter’s poor health, are compelled to move west for the winter. They are moving this week.

Simpson, Lackawanna County – Game protectors, George Watrous, from Susquehanna Co., Walter Young from Wyoming Co. and three deputies, were mobbed here last week. They had made 12 arrests and were in the office of Justice of the Peace, J. Pecko, when the disturbance began. When trying the fourth case a mob of men entered the court, took a revolver from Mr. Young, and took the five men to another J. P. and informed them they were under arrest for carrying concealed weapons. When asked to prove their authority to make arrests, and shown their badges, the justice said, “You can get those at any 10-cent store.” When Mr. Watrous tried to show his papers proving authority, they were not looked at. Their search warrant was asked for. This was produced and again were told, “You can get those for two cents apiece,” and informed the officers they were placed under $500 bail to appear at court. When informed that bail could be produced, the justice said they could go to the lock-up. At this the men [mob] began to shout—“Hang them to the bridge; it’s a wooden building; we can burn it tonight.” At this point Mr. Watrous mentioned several prominent men in Scranton who would go their bail which resulted in the justice deciding that the matter could be fixed up and said if they would pay the fine for carrying concealed weapons it would be all right. The men paid the fines and the justice refused to give them their revolvers. The State Commission at Harrisburg will investigate the affair.

Franklin Forks – Will Bailey had a remarkable escape from serious injury while working on a roof. He fell 22 ft., but struck on his feet, and was able to walk to the house somewhat wrenched, but otherwise felt no ill effects from his volplane (?) to earth—on the ladder on which he was working, which slipped off the roof. Will says a man born to be hung will never be killed in an accident.

Great Bend – The plant of the Norman H Parke Leather Co. was destroyed by fire Tuesday night. The loss is estimated at close to a half million dollars. The plant is the largest in the country, manufacturing chamois leather and employed about 90 people. The fire spread very rapidly through the oil-soaked building and in 15 minutes the roof collapsed. Fire apparatus from Great Bend, Hallstead and Binghamton were called by the shrill shrieks of the factory whistle. A few other buildings were saved but the burning of the Parke plant removes the last of the tanneries that once made Great Bend a center of the industry. Years ago, other leather and bark factories were clustered about the plant that burned down.

Lanesboro – The H. G. & H. Stores, Inc., purchased the Buckley Brothers store here and took possession immediately. C. M. Hamlin, a member of the firm, will manage the Lanesboro store as well as the two stores in Susquehanna. This purchase adds the 7th store to the H. G. & H. chain in the county. The company, which is composed of the Messrs. Hand, Gillespie and Hamlin, has three stores in Hallstead, one in Great Bend, two in Susquehanna and one in Lanesboro.

Susquehanna County Court Order – On motion of H. A. Denney the Court ordered a decree that an alternative writ of mandamus be issued to the county commissioners of this county, commanding them to maintain and keep in repair the abandoned “Cochecton and Great Bend turnpike” road situate in this county.

Little Meadows – A very pretty wedding occurred Sept. 29, 1920, at 8 a.m., at St. Patrick’s church, Binghamton, when Miss Cecelia Walsh, of Binghamton and Francis M. Lynch, of this place, were united in marriage. The attendants were Miss Marie Curley, of Flynn and James Walsh of New York City, brother of the bride. After the ceremony an elaborate wedding breakfast was served at the Hans-Jones restaurant. The table was very artistically decorated. They will reside in Little Meadows.

Susquehanna – The Citizens Building and Realty Co. issued a prospectus this week regarding a building boom of houses in and about Susquehanna that the Erie may carry out its plans for enlarging the local shops and which make imperative the need for more houses for the workers. Hundreds of men now come in on the work train who would gladly locate here could houses be obtained and many more will come if the shops are enlarged.

Williams Pond, Bridgewater Twp. – A Pyrex shower was given Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Lewis, Monday evening. All enjoyed a good time.

Eastern Susquehanna County – On a trip through Jackson, Gelatt, S. Gibson and East Mountain the writer noted the woods, which early frosts have begun to change from their dress of green to one of red and yellow, gives to the landscape a touch of beauty unequalled in any other season of the year. The farmers are industrious. This is evident by the look of their crops, the tall and finely shaped corn, the large fields of potatoes, the spacious barns filled with hay and grain, the fine looking herds of pure-bred cattle, mostly Holsteins, which you see grazing on nearly every farm. The well-kept appearance of farm homes and buildings is a dependable indication of frugality and pride.

Forest City – (continued from last week) Chief Blacksmith and officer Cost were given a tip by a business man that bootleggers would bring whiskey into the town that evening. Even the approximate hour and route was revealed. Sure enough, promptly on schedule, at 1 a.m., a big truck containing three men and a whiskey barrel came bumping over the humps of South Main street. The officers held the men up and revolvers in hand, mounted the truck and directed them to proceed to the lockup. At the lockup the leader of the bootleggers intimated that the illicit stuff belonged to Ponzi, who had plenty more, and when the idea was conceived of shooting into the barrel to investigate, it was protested vigorously, saying “Don’t do that fellow, it’s worth $800. Smell the bung.” This was done and it had the small. At this juncture the men offered a bribe of $600, but were informed that there was nothing doing. They were locked up, “Ponzi” as they called the leader, and one of his men, in one cell and the third man with the barrel in the other. The barrel, weighing about 800 lbs. was some job to wrestle with but the officers landed it in the coop. Again the bootleggers offered a bribe and finally pled to be taken to the residence of Burgess Franko, declaring that the cooties in the cells were eating them up. Franko refused to see them, saying they had to wait until morning. Instead of sending them back to be food for the cooties, they all had breakfast at the Forest House. [Continued next week.]

Susquehanna – The dam across the Susquehanna river here, which was swept away during the ice jam last spring and which was nearly completed after being under re-construction for the last six months, has been carried away again entailing a heavy loss to the Susquehanna County Light and Power Co.

Montrose – Preparations are being made to hold two social dances during the holidays—one on Christmas night and another on New Year’s Eve, at Colonial Hall. AND W. A. Welliver, proprietor of the Ideal Theatre, is giving theatre goers some splendid moving picture plays, and the high quality is fully appreciated, judging from remarks heard. “The Eyes of the world” delighted many last week and an equally fine feature is promised for nest week when “Ramona” will be presented—a story in which history and romance is charmingly blended, in fact it is spoken of as “The sweetest love story ever told.”

St. Joseph – Owing to the condition of the roads the Friendsville stage driver has discontinued the use of his autos and is now driving his horses. This makes his hours a little earlier in the morning and a little later in the evening.

Jackson – There have been eleven golden wedding anniversaries observed in the past few years by members of the Myron French Post of the G. A. R. of this place. Members, some of whom are now deceased, reaching the fiftieth wedding anniversary are as follows: Orrin Mattison, Hollis Barrett, Asariah Daniels, Jas. Curtis, Maynard Gates, S. L. French, E. O. Perry, W. W. Larrabee, Wm. Cole, Rufus Barnes and C. D. Washburn. There is yet one remaining couple in the Post who may attain the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage.

Brooklyn – The presentation of “Shavings,” in the Universalist Church, Thanksgiving night, was thoroughly enjoyed by an appreciative audience. Joseph Lincoln’s story was told in a fascinating manner and the pictures were clear and very life-like. All who heard it will look forward with pleasant anticipation to the presentation of “Pollyanna,” which will be given in the near future, it is hoped. ALSO Lodowick Bailey was born on Nov. 25, 1831, on the farm that his father bought in 1818, and died there on Nov. 22, 1920. Thus he enjoyed nearly 89 years of life in this world. Brooklyn township has many records which are object lessons, but none more striking than the history of the three Bailey brothers who came to Brooklyn from Groton, Connecticut. Captain Amos Bailey, the elder, came in 1801. He voted for Thomas Jefferson in 1804 and bought a fine farm east of town, where he lived the remainder of his lie, and when he died, Nov. 9, 1865, aged 88 years, his son then resided on the farm until his death, when the grandson, W. P. Bailey, lived there until his death, and now the farm, after a lapse of 119 years, is owned by his great granddaughter, Mrs. Fred Bennett. The next brother was Col. Frederick Bailey, who came in 1807 and bought a farm of about 400 acres from his brother. For nearly 30 years, from 1823 to 1851, he was treasurer and superintendent of the Milford and Owego turnpike. His son, Henry L. Bailey, kept the old homestead and the farm until he died, July 4, 1898. It is now owned by the granddaughter of Col. Bailey, Mrs. Annie Palmer. The last to come was Lodowick Bailey, Sr. who bought the farm now owned by his grandson in 1818, so that all these farms have been in the families of the brothers for over 100 years.

Forest City – Daniel Melvin, Jr., returned home from Camp Upton, where he was discharged from service in the United States army. He was in a hospital for seven months at Camp Zachary Taylor, KY, where he was treated for trouble to his lungs brought about by being gassed in France. He was in the service over 5 years. ALSO Two steamer trunks filled with booze sprung a leak in the Erie station in Binghamton, Monday, and were confiscated by prohibition officers. The trunks were shipped from Carbondale, with Hammond, Ind., as their destination. ALSO The 11th anniversary of the organization of the Zvon Dramatic and Singing Society was duly observed at their hall on Grand Avenue Saturday evening. The members enjoyed a pig roast. The musical program was of the best and the affair was a social success. The society takes first rank among the Slovenian singing societies of the United States and is a credit to the community. For some time they have been without an instructor, but have secured the services of Prof. Peter Srovranik, a former leader, and who on several occasions has led them on to victory.

Thompson – Lost—Friday, Nov. 26th, between the Aldrich School and Wrighter Lake, a new weed tire chain for Ford car. Finder please leave at E. S. Potter’s shop.

Uniondale – The old historical town kettle is now in use, thanks to U. Wright Avery, who has been master of ceremonies in its repair. ALSO Richard R. Davis, over 80 years young, made a record of grave digging in the local cemetery. The day was anything but agreeable for the work, but when he finished at night he had the satisfaction of knowing that he had dug two graves in a single day.

Tirzah – Telephone lines are down since the ice storm. No communication with the outside world.  ALSO Dave McPherson returned Monday from New Jersey, where he went with a car of cattle. He reported a ready sale for cattle. Said grain was green and apples not frozen and thought it the place to live.

Clifford – Robert Ross, of Lenoxville and Miss Ruth Horton, of this place, were married recently.

Herrick Center – The drama, “Uncle Ephraim’s Summer Boarders,” given here on Friday evening by members of the Uniondale M. E. Sunday School. Was well rendered and proved to be a very interesting play. There was a good attendance the net proceeds being nearly $39.

North Bridgewater – Herman Bush and wife left last week for their new home at Endicott, NY. Mr. and Mrs. Bush will be very much missed in this community.

Herrick – Out of the fifty-four women who registered in Herrick, all but seven voted, although many had to ride several miles in a pouring rain. None of them spoiled a ballot, and it would seem by the results that most of them voted the Republican ticket. We believe they are relying on the Republican administration to enforce the prohibition amendment and are confidently expecting that the illegal traffic in alcoholic drinks will be done away with almost entirely within the next four years.

Jackson – One hundred and six women were registered in Jackson. ALSO One of the Democrat’s oldest subscribers is C. C. Bookstaver, of Jackson, who has taken the paper since 1865, when a young man, being a soldier in the Union army. Is there anyone who has taken the paper longer than Mr. Bookstaver?

Brooklyn – Mrs. Miranda Bailey, whose age is 90 years, was one of the oldest persons to vote in this place. Although quite feeble Mrs. Bailey’s faculties are all keen. ALSO Harland Mead has gone to Ithaca to take a winter course at the Cornell University.

South Gibson – Aunt Sabra Carpenter, who will celebrate her 101st birthday next month, went to the polls and cast her ballot on election day. Can any other town boast of such an aged voter?

Choconut – Miles McCahill, of this place, and Robert T. Hynes, formerly of the Binghamton police force, have been appointed to guard President-elect Warren G. Harding. Both men have been in the secret service for some years, and are considered among the most capable and resourceful officers in the country. Mr. McCahill is a brother to the McCahill Bros., who for some years conducted Choconut Valley Inn. They were formerly New York city policemen.

Susquehanna – The Erie Railroad Co. has set aside $400,000 to be used in enlarging and improving their repair shops. The work is to be started at once. With the improvements contemplated, the Erie will be in a position to do all kinds of repair work, in the past outside companies being employed to do certain repairs for which they lacked facilities. An electrically operated turntable, large enough to receive even the giant locomotive “Matt Shay,” is also being constructed.

Alford – Edmund Cooley, of this place, was killed late Monday afternoon, when he accidentally fell over a steep embankment, his skull being crushed. Mr. Cooley, whose age was about 32 years, was employed by the Lackawanna railroad as a section worker. He was subject to epilepsy and it is believed this is what caused the fall. Failing to reach home at the accustomed hour, his wife became alarmed and neighbors joined in the search, his lifeless body being found soon afterward. He resided in this place all his life and is survived by his wife and five children.

Gelatt – Mr. and Mrs. Harry B. Potter and son, Clyde, left here to spend the winter in Southwestern Kansas.

West Bridgewater – Hunters were so plentiful on Monday that they hunted rabbits in people’s backyards and along the public highway. ALSO In North Bridgewater about 25 members of Montrose Lodge, Knights of Pythias, attended a “husking bee” at Glenn Taylor’s. They left him 75 bushels of husked corn as a fraternal reminder of their good will to a Brother Knight, besides enjoying a pleasant evening.

Birchardville – DeWitt Vail, of New Milford, is engaged in transferring the electric lighting plant used at South Montrose, to this place, where it will be used in lighting the streets and also for homes and business places. Birchardville people are to be congratulated on their enterprise.

Lakeview – Walter Mosher moved into the parsonage last week, so as to be nearer his duties as principal of our school. ALSO George Pease was called to Binghamton on Monday by the serious illness of his father, Rev. Herbert Pease.

Hallstead – The 16-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Unger has been missing since Tuesday, Nov. 2. The family resides about three miles from Hallstead, on the New Milford road, and the last known of the girl was when she started to attend school. The state police have been called to institute a search.

Heart Lake – The home of an old man, Arthur Hoyt, near here, was burned to the ground with the contents, by two boys, Edwin and Charles Hill, aged 11 and 8, living nearby. The boys confessed and are now at the Montrose Boro. Poor Farm, awaiting action of the Juvenile Court. The fire was started when the old man and his wife, aged 75 years, were away from the house. Rev. Freeman noticed smoke pouring from the Hoyt home and saw the Hill boys scampering away from the place. After investigation of the two boys, the elder boy confessed, telling how they raised a window and entered the house, taking kerosene lamps and saturating the siding of the house with oil and applied a match. The boys said they had it in for Mr. Hoyt for driving them from his apple orchard. Mr. Hoyt is badly crippled and nearly blind and the couple is destitute, having lost everything. They are staying with neighbors.

Springville – Mr. and Mrs. Minot Riley and Mr. and Mrs. Ward Reynolds returned from the Adirondacks last week. They brought a fine deer home with them, dead, of course.

East Rush – The children of Mr. and Mrs. T. S. James, of Rush, made their mother a surprise party last Saturday, it being her 54th birthday. We all feel somewhat slighted, on account of not being invited, as they are some of our people, though now living in the town of Rush. ALSO The Men’s Chorus, of Montrose, will give a concert in the Rush M. E. church, Nov. 12th, to help in the purchase of electric lights for the church.

Montrose – There will be a good 5-reel feature at the Ideal Theatre; also a serial entitled, “The Moon Riders,” starring Art Accord. The Devilmen were riding again that night. So soul-harrowing were their deeds that none dared even offer their resistance—none but Art Accord, that nice, cool cow puncher with a double punch, that death-defying man, with the courage of a lion and the heart of a superman. How he fought and won, single-handed against the overwhelming odds of this marauding, ghoulish band, is but one of the thrills with a choke and a clutch in ‘em that runs throughout this smash-bang-crash serial. Don’s miss it.

Fair Hill, Forest Lake Twp. – Wedding bells were ringing on the Hill the 8th of November, when Ira Ward and Miss Marion Valentine were married in Montrose.

Middletown – Mr. and Mrs. John Lane have given up farming on account of Mr. Lane being in poor health and have moved to Binghamton. Francis Guiton has purchased the Lane farm. Thos. Riley has purchased the J. W. Flynn farm, which is considered the finest location in the township.

Montrose - Announcement that "the Evergreens" is to be closed as a boarding house caused considerable consternation and regret among scores of Montrose people who have patronized the house for some years. It is expected to close to the public Nov. 1st. The Misses O'Neill--three sisters--have conducted it most successfully for the past thirteen years and while they have not grown wealthy as a result, their fine cooking and generous helpings have added to the avoirdupois of innumerable citizens. Misses Annie and Mamie O'Neill have accepted fine positions in the home of Dr. Warfield, Princeton, NJ, where their sister, Miss Josephine O'Neill, has been a nurse for many years. Miss Katie O'Neill will remain in Montrose and act as housekeeper for Rev. A. T. Broderick, who has taken his meals at "The Evergreens" for the past eight years. The house will remain in the control of the sisters, who may possibly be induced to open it for the summer season. ALSO Charles Reed Sayre who died Oct 8th 1920, of septic poisoning, in the Jefferson hospital of Philadelphia, was the son of Samuel Hunting Sayre and Frances Reed Sayre, having been born in the old Sayre homestead on Lake Avenue, March 28th, 1868. The people of this locality will be pleased to know that Mr. Sayre’s wife, assisted by Miss Reifsnider, will continue to conduct the Rosemont Inn, which the late Mr. Sayre successfully conducted for the last twelve years.

Hop Bottom – Blanche Rettberg, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jos. Rettberg, was hit by a bicycle on Friday and seriously injured. She was taken to a Scranton hospital on Sunday. They have the sympathy of the community, as this is the second child of this family to be run over by a bicycle during the last summer.

Brooklyn – An old-time husking bee was held at E. W. Tiffany’s farm. A goodly amount of corn was husked, after which all enjoyed the sandwiches, coffee, doughnuts and pumpkin pies which were generously supplied.

South Montrose – The Ladies Aid Society will serve an old fashioned supper at Red Men’s hall, Wednesday evening, Oct. 27th. The menu consists of boiled vegetables and pork, baked beans, brown bread, white bread, pickles, jelly pumpkin pie and cake.

Bridgewater Twp. – Robert Birchard, 11 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. E. V. Birchard, miraculously escaped instant death at the Birchard Bros. farm, just east of Montrose. He was engaged in picking apples. He climbed up a guy wire to a power line passing over the farm and reached up toward a heavily charged wire, and was instantly enveloped in flame and hurled to the ground, a distance of 30 ft. The boy was seriously injured, his lungs being badly burned and burns covered a large part of his body. He had a broken collar bone and one side was paralyzed. He remained unconscious all night and most of the following day. His uncle, Dr. F. S. Birchard, gave prompt and efficient treatment.

Harford – The largest and most modern farm in the township is the farm of W. W. Wilmarth and Sons. Here Walter Wilmarth, his two sons, Fred and Lew, and also his grandson Walter Wilmarth, Jr. work in peace and harmony. Some twenty years ago this farm was merely an ordinary farm, but as Mr. Wilmarth’s sons became more interested in farm work, the farm prospered and is today one of the largest certified milk farms in the state. Well-built buildings of latest improvements add much to the beauty of the farm. Fourteen men are at present employed by the month.

Uniondale – The creamery burned to the ground recently. The cause of the fire is unknown. This is a real misfortune to the dairymen at Uniondale and Vicinity.

South Montrose – J. J. Birney gave a ballot demonstration here on Wednesday evening to the women voters.

Auburn/Meshoppen – The Catholic churches of Auburn and Meshoppen are planning to have a special entertainment at Meshoppen on Thanksgiving Day. There will be “eats” and amusements during the day and evening, and a big event in connection with the festivities will be the awarding of a Ford touring car to the person holding the lucky number.

To the Women Voters of Susquehanna Co.: The American woman voter has arrived, and it is generally conceded that the women of the future will enter more largely into public and official life than ever before. Women will also play a large part in the political history of the present campaign and will prove herself a factor in the coming election, and her influence will undoubtedly contribute greatly to the welfare of her country. It is now time for the women to bury the “suffrage hatchet,” and without regard to party affiliation, formulate definite ideas as to the paramount issue of the campaign and the “great principle of agreement among nations to preserve peace” will be approved by every thinking, loyal American. A leading newspaper recently said: “One of the strangest spectacles ever presented to the world is the figure of the United States hesitating and debating whether to join the League of Nations.” We cannot run away from our memories of the late war, and the misery and unhappiness attended by such a great upheaval, and it is America’s duty, as a great nation, to ratify the Treaty and preserve the peace of the world. The League of Nations is not merely a “drive in politics”—it is an issue that concerns your country and the whole world and its merits deserve the study of every consistent voter. The League undertakes to enforce peace; it supports struggling nations whose lives are in jeopardy; it holds the nations together—and without unity there can be no success. Before his death, Theodore Roosevelt said: The greatest civilized nations of the world which do possess force, actual or immediately potential, should combine by solemn agreement in a great world league for the peace of righteousness.” As a great nation we cannot shirk our responsibility, nor can we afford to break our faith with the world. The present problems are so vast and complicated that the solution seems almost impossible, but the League of Nations will undoubtedly adjust many difficulties. Lloyd George says: “This torn and bleeding earth is calling today for the America of Abraham Lincoln.” Our brave boys wiped away every reproach hurled at us by other nations, and the League will be a lasting monument to our dead in the late war and perpetuate their memory and the cause for which they fought and died. The women of this country will play a great role in the coming election and if the memory of her sons count for anything she will vote for the League of Nations. Mrs. M. F. Day, County Chairman.

Forest City – The Forest city High school claims the high school basketball championship of the County. If Montrose and Auburn dispute this claim, kindly write to Harry Watkins, Manager, and arrange for a series of games. ALSO The springing of a trap laid by detective M. A. Rafter of Scranton, in an effort to catch Forest City officials in the act of holding up and compelling the payment of tribute from alleged bootleggers, on Friday last, has been featured in the vicinity press throwing Forest City into an undesirable limelight. It was a melo drama in real life in which a truck, a whiskey barrel, and a lavish display of revolvers were the properties, and three Scranton men posing as bootleggers, Chief of Police Paul Blacksmith, Special Officer Joseph Cost, and a posse of private detectives headed by Sleuth Rafter were actors. Credit for the planning and working out of the plot is given to Mr. Rafter but there are various opinions as to the identity of the men behind the scenes who inspired it. A few credit it to officers of the Federal Enforcement Bureau. Others suspect that an organized bunch of men interested in the illicit transportation of liquor, who want a free and untrammeled pathway through Forest City for their bootlegging operations, were the instigators. Rumor has it that plenty of the stuff passes through this place enroute from the Lackawanna valley to the York state line and that the operators of the underground railroad have been disturbed by the efforts of local offices to block their free and easy passage. Rafter intimates that he was engaged by Forest City Men. [To be continued]

Susquehanna – Two New York State men, enroute from Scranton to Ithaca, with an automobile carrying 45 gallons of whiskey, were arrested Friday here by Chief Braves, of police, during the absence of Officer Donovan, who is acting chief. A telephone message was received here to arrest the two men and hold the car containing the whiskey. The car arrived here about 6:30 in the evening and the men were greatly surprised when told that they were under arrest. The car, a new Chevrolet roadster, was arranged ingeniously so that the cargo would not be detected unless a close examination was made. The whiskey, in copper tanks, was placed away in compartments in the car.

Jessup Twp. – George L. Shelp, an aged and respected citizen, died at his home on Fair Hill, Sept 4, 1920. He was the youngest of eight children born to Henry and Betsy (Main) Shelp and a grandson of Christian Shelp, who came from Mohawk Valley, NY in 1812 and took up a claim of 400 acres. Thus passes away the last direct descendant of that sturdy pioneer who settled in the untrammeled wilds of the county more than a century ago.

Montrose – In a well-fought game of foot-ball between Montrose and Nicholson, Montrose scored a decisive victory. It was one of those contests to try the metal of the players and the fight that the Montrose boys put up won for them the plaudits of the large number gathered to witness the game. That Montrose is developing some great foot-ball timber was demonstrated conclusively. Star plays were made by Paul McAloon, who carried the ball over for both touch downs. M. Johnson kicking one goal. Paul Pross made a sensational end run, one of the features of the game.

Thompson – Sunday, at 12 o’clock, a D & H coal train, north, derailed four cars just south of Bryant [Brandt?] station greatly damaging the track for a quarter of a mile; both tracks were blocked for hours; passenger trains were delayed. Trackmen were called from Ararat, Thompson, Starrucca, Bryant and Lanesboro. ALSO If anyone is contemplating making rag carpets, or rugs and is at a loss to know where to get the work done satisfactorily, we think they could not do better than apply to Mr. Condon in Starrucca. He does splendid work and we understand needs your support. We have seen samples of his weaving and it is very nice.

Uniondale – Our baseball team has lost some of its best players. Wademan and Lowry have gone to college and others to other points. In its enfeebled state it tackled the Greenfield team Saturday afternoon on the grounds of the last named team. Greenfield won by a score of 9-1.

Herrick Center – It is to be hoped that the parties who could find nothing better to do than to girdle the beautiful row of willows, skirting the street on the Reynolds farm may be apprehended and justice meted out to them. They were an ornament to our little village as well as a loss to the owner.

Harford –Bert Loomis, of Washington, D. C., who was born and brought up in this township, a son of Dr. Loomis, one of the old landmarks of this place, was visiting the scenes of his childhood days last week. In fact, a love for the county of his birth had become so strong that he lately purchased the Welcome Wilmarth farm in Harford township, which he will retain and occasionally visit. Mr. Loomis enlisted in the regular army nearly 40 years ago, and after 30 years of service was retired in 1914. But when the United States joined the allies in the World War, he was called back for service and was recruiting sergeant at Fayetteville, NC for more than a year. Mr. Loomis is a very pleasant gentleman to meet and we hope that he will, sometime, return to his native county to reside.

Nicholson – Ned C. Tiffany was awakened by the ringing of the cash register in the lobby of Hotel Almont, shortly after midnight Friday. Turning on the light he stepped in the hall, where he was confronted by a burglar and was commanded to hold up his hands, in which tiffany replied “Not by a d---sight.” And stepped back in the room. At this the thief made a hasty retreat from the house. On the same night the Lackawanna station was broken into and the safe carried across the tracks. The thieves secured about forty cents for their night’s work.

Gelatt – A few days ago, while B. J. Avery and family were away, someone entered their home and took their vinegar out of the barrel in the woodshed garret; also removed the stove pipe from the chimney. Last Saturday night, about eight o’clock, someone came and shook their pear tree and gathered the pears; also took all their squash.

News Brief: Brooklyn won the National flag. New York was defeated by Boston and dropped out of the race. The Robins can lose all the games scheduled without losing grip on the flag. The World’s series will start on October 5 in the American city winning the pennant. If the American league race results in a tie between Chicago and Cleveland a three game series will be necessary.