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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1914
Page
1
After twenty one days of watchful waiting Judge Rhodes remains silent on two questions raised in the May 20 issue. The reasons cited include heavy public duties or belief that the public is interested, or that rumors prompted the questions were merely psychological.
The American Protective Tariff League unanimously adopted a 1914 annual meeting resolution urging larger participation by businessmen in national affairs. It asserts business rights must be respected and calls for increased influence in congressional, state, and presidential campaigns in 1914 and 1916 to ensure sound policy and prosperity.
The Scranton Daily News praises the tariff cut, noting over four fifths of voters backed it two years ago and many believe the law has been beneficial with no harmful effects. The paper did not interview Bloomsburg workers before writing.
Miss Ona C Har and William Henrie wed at the bride’s home at East Fifth Streets with immediate family present. The couple departed on the 8:26 Pennsylvania train for an extended trip. Both are prominent Bloomsburg youths.
Miss Helen Reice a popular Bloomsville teacher and daughter of C H Reice of East Third street married James C Irvin of Renova in the Lutheran church on Monday at 7 AM. They left for Seattle Washington to begin their new life after the ceremony as the groom has accepted a Government post there.
The Bloomsburg Base Ball Association stages its first three year program with a 3:15 PM Saturday game at Athletic Park. Berwick faces Bloomsburg and the local team features several college stars in the lineup.
The annual picnic of the Methodist Sunday School will be held at Columbia Park this Saturday. The active group is known for giving its members an early annual outing.
Sterling Martz and Ella Robbins Seybert of Berwick, Raymond John Heidger of Berwick, and Mary Sorber of Bloomsburg are named in the public notice.
H. V. White made a business trip up the river this week. Ira Brown has been called home by the illness of his mother. Geo. B. Hummer of Benton was a county seat caller on Monday.
Large Eves of Millville conducted business in town on Saturday, engaging merchants and customers in a bustling shopping day as vendors opened stalls and customers visited local shops.
Carl Fleckenstine of Orangeville acted as town caller on Wednesday, performing duties for the community event and engaging residents in a local gathering.
Millville resident Boyd Trescott visited the town this week as a business caller. He spoke with local merchants and discussed potential matters affecting local commerce and development.
J. H. Shannon of Danville trans acted business in town on Wednesday. Joseph Skeer spent several days this week in Easton, attending the Lafay ete Commencement.
Miss Laura Waller of Brooklyn is a guest at the home of Dr. Waller on Market Street.
M. E. Masters of West Fifth street has gone to Boston where he will spend the summer with his son.
F P Pursel and family left Wednesday in Mr Pursel s car for Emmons where they spent a few days Rev M M Ganoe former Methodist pastor has been elected chaplain of the State Veterans Association
Mr and Mrs Robert Cox of Scranton visited Bloomsburg last Sunday and spent the day with the former's parents.
Mr and Mrs W D Sechrist of West Main street were driven to York last Monday by the death of Mrs Sechrists mother.
Mr and Mrs L N Moyer and Mr and Mrs Albert Shutt with children are now occupying the Moyer cottage at Arbutus Park.
Ed Barton, long employed in Scranton and Kingston making automobile tops, opens a general repair shop on Anthony Avenue between Center and Iron. He will offer broad repair services with a specialty in automobile tops.
Dr and Mrs Fred Summ of Chatam New Jersey and Mr and Mrs Fred Williams of New York are the guests of Mr and Mrs W H Eyer on Market Street. Saturday morning the hosts with their party will travel to North Mountain to spend a week at the Kettle Clay House.
The American Express Company plans to take over United States Company operations on July 1 and has retained E. M. Sands, longtime U S agent, to continue as their agent. Local business relations will benefit from his proven ability and courteous service.
The Chautauqua arrives for seven days of varied entertainments and lectures. It brings 31 events daily including motion pictures and concerts under a large tent, with junior meetings supervised by college women.
Rev. and Mrs. P. H. Hoover receive visits this week from their son H. E. Hoover of Rochester New York.
Public health guidance by Samuel G Dixon explains heat related ailments heat stroke and heat exhaustion and urges quick medical help. It emphasizes air movement in homes and avoiding ice cold drinks while offering practical maxims for staying safe in high temperatures.
A bell dated 1263 with inscription by Peter Seeest Amsterdam is traced from a medieval English bell on a reformation-era bell tower to the US Navy. It rang on the Constitution during the 1812 duel, as Guerriere surrendered at dusk, then later ended in a scrap heap and finally to its current Saylesville, Rhode Island factory quarters.
Inexperienced Menther scolds a junior as he critiques technique in a Toronto Globe style exchange. The veteran skip jokes about properly handling the stone and warns that poor moves invite trouble among the guards.
In a witty exchange a speaker argues women cannot make a fool of any man. The other replies a woman may only help develop him, referencing Chicago News as a backdrop.
The 1913 Red Cross Christmas Seal drive raised over 44 million seals raising about 440000 dollars for anti tuberculosis work across the United States. New York led with more than 10 million seals sold followed by Pennsylvania Ohio Wisconsin Illinois and Rhode Island with strong per capita figures Hawaii Rhode Island led per capita. Since 1908 the program has grown from 13.5 million to over 180 million seals and more than 180 million dollars in revenue.
A catalog of patent applications listed by D Swift & Co showing inventors and cities in Pennsylvania. Entries include quoit game apparatus by John L Akerberg McKeesport and a butterine mixer by Alfred D Graham Braddock among others with notes indicating sold or available copies at ten cents each.
Charles Shoup six year old son of Samuel Shoup of Roaringcreek died from tetanus after stepping on an upturned rake on Memorial Day. Eight thousand five hundred units of tetanus serum were used in an attempt to save him, but his heart failed and he died.
The Miller Brothers 101 Ranch Show will perform at the Bloomsburg Fair Grounds on July 14 bringing their entire output. The act is described as the best of its kind on the road today and drew big crowds in Bloomsburg two summers ago.
A suburban dentist awakes with a headache and reflects on his drunken spree last night. His wife bursts in, accusing him of drunken conduct, noting neighbors heard his raucous return and shaming him for the scene.
The State Board of Examiners have held examinations at the Normal this week.
Mrs J Y Glenn of Montreal Canada visits her parents Prof and Mrs H Albert at Normal Hill.
Marjorie Barkley travels to Cortland New York for a several week stay with relatives and friends.
Jack Hagenbuch formerly of this office and now with the Boston American is here on a two week vacation.
Dr. M. J. Hess C. L. Pensyl and H. Vetter with their families are spending time at Arbustus Park. The group is seen relaxing and socializing, taking in the park’s scenery and facilities.
W H Rhawn Esq of Catawissa spent Wednesday in town and his physical condition is reported as much improved.
A rediscovered letter shows Theodore Roosevelt writing to Senator Penrose after Penrose’s election as chairman of the Republican State Central Committee. Roosevelt extols Pennsylvania returns and signs off with “Faithfully yours.”
Neil Chriasman spent Sunday with his parents in Wilkes-Barre. Deputy Sheriff Jos W Hidley made a business trip to Wilkes-Barre last Friday. Mrs H C Dickson returned after weeks in Philadelphia. Children’s Day observed at town Sabbath Schools. Edith Patterson librarian returned from a trip South. Clinton Crawford of Bloomsbury R D 8 transacted business in town Wednesday. Judge Kurtz of Berwick spent time in town Monday on business. W D Beckley of West Fifth Street made a short trip to Catawissa on Wednesday.
Mrs Jere Kostenbauder of Catawis sa spent time in town Wednesday to look after business interests. The Bloomsburg Quoit Club plans an automobile trip to Orangeville Friday evening to contest with the club of third place.
The season’s first curbstone market was held Tuesday morning with few wagons in Mark et and weak patronage observed.
The Liberty Fire Company wore new uniforms for the first time this week as delegates attended the six county firemen's convention in Shenandoah. Also, Mr and Mrs G P Frymire of Newtown Bucks County reported the death of their infant daughter from whooping cough. the infant was buried on Wednesday.
Mr and Mrs Harry Hartman of Lopez visited Bloomsburg Sunday to see Mr and Mrs Fred B Hartman the couple's former parents. Miss Helen Hartman accompanied them on the return trip adding a family note to the outing.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Lutheran church held a picnic with their monthly meeting on Tuesday afternoon. About 60 members attended and enjoyed the event at Kleim's Grove.
Harry Kase a mail clerk on the N Y and P line from Harrisburg went to Bloomsburg on Saturday to join his wife who has been visiting there for a couple of weeks. They will spend several days in Bloomsburg and nearby areas.
Miss Sade T. Vannatta returned Wednesday evening from a visit to Pittsburgh. On the trip home she called at Johnston and spent hours with Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Diggles before arriving in Lewistown to visit her brother.
A New History, Christopher Sawer Co., markets a new portrait of Pennsylvania by Ex Governor Pennypacker. The volume aims to correct misconceptions about the state's role in national government and chronicles Pennsylvania’s founders, races, and achievements across religion, education, industry, and culture.
Real estate transfers list several land trades: Simon Vought as executor to Preston Vought and others in Franklin. J H Hazledine and wife to Harry Quick in Bloomsburg. Reformed Church to W B McNeal in Locust. Hannah C Kline to C R Jones in Fishingcreek. Mary Ellen Walter to Elias B Miller in Montour. Elias B Miller et al to Henry Molter in Montour. C E Lowry and wife to Caroline A Mellick in Orangeville.
Frank W. Miller a former Register and Recorder turned wholesale dealer in wrapping paper and cement was taken to the hospital on Tuesday with typhoid fever. Dr. John Campbell of Williamsport, his brother in law, advised transfer to Williamsport Hospital where he could receive special care. He was moved to Williamsport by the 8:07 P. R. train Friday morning.
Letters and cards held at the Bloomsburg post office will be sent to the dead letter office on June 30, 1914 unless claimed. Names include Ateman A, Barnes Walter, Bittenbender John H, Heller Mia Edwin, Purcell J B, Pegg Miss Flossie, Sellers Stanton, Snyder Floyd. Callers must cite advertisement dated June 16, 1914. one cent fee per letter. James C. Brown P M.
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