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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1901
Page
3
A promotion lists advance payment prices for The Republican and allied papers including the Toledo Blade and Weekly Press. Special terms reward clubs of five subscribers with one year free and premiums such as the Republican and Press together.
Help wanted notice inviting in person applications at the Exchange Hotel in June 1921. Also a separate sale notice for Bloomsburg Town Lots on easy terms by Bloomsburg Land Improvement Company with J. Sanderson Woods as sales agent and N. Y. Funk secretary at the office in Ent Building.
Mr and Mrs Harry Barton return ed from their wedding tour last Thursday.
The Bloomsburg School Board will elect teachers on Friday night this week, selecting staff for the upcoming term and establishing assignments for schools within the district.
Mr B P Hons a successful farmer of Mifflin township transacted business in Bloomsburg last Thursday.
Dr. McCrea of Berwick has been elected president of the Columbia County Medical Society for the coming year.
The Scientific Food Company is now in operation and demand is high with output at eighty. The plant will be speedily enlarged. Prof. William Burgess, after wintering in San Francisco, will stay with a Philadelphia-based son for a period. Mr. J. Farry Creveling of Scott township sent a fine selection of his home grown strawberries, for which thanks are given.
John A. Moyer, chief burgess of Danville, died Saturday after prolonged illness aged 48. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon with burial in Odds Fellows Cemetery.
Rev. D. N. Kirkby of the Episcopal church receives a two month vacation approved by the vestry and a handsome monetary gift. He contemplates travel to Europe for health benefits or possibly a trip to California.
The Sunday Journal of New York describes Wireless Telegraphy with Prof Harry Shoemaker, a former Millville boy, prominently connected to the company. He developed an apparatus adapting the Morse alphabet to the new telegraphy system.
A unison temperance meeting under the Anti-Saloon League was held at the M. E. church on Sunday evening. Speakers included Rev. McLion of the Lutheran church Heming way of the Presbyterian church and Smith of the Baptist church. The Y M C A choir provided music. The organization opposes the current high license law but demands its enforcement against illegal liquor selling as long as it remains on the statute books.
The Baccalaureate sermon was preached in Institute Hall on Sunday afternoon by Rev Dr Cook pastor of the Presbyterian church at Renova. He preached from Je n ge al d Follow me. The theme covered Jesus Christ in relation to God and toward men. The discourse was practical and offered vital instruction for the class.
A July meeting of Greene Consolidated Copper Company directors is planned at the mines. Columbia County directors E B Tustin and John G McHenry will attend with several stockholders. From this locality go F G Yorks C Peacock Alfred McHenry W H Brooke and Myron I Low. The party departed from New York this week traveling by Pullman palace car along the southern route.
Leonora Jackson performed at the Binghamton Festival in New York on June 6 creating strong acclaim. The June concert marked her 161st engagement since October and she plans a Switzerland summer before returning for an American tour including the Southern States and Pacific coast next autumn.
The Pennsylvania editors recount their excursion to the Pan-American Exposition praising the General Passenger Agents for courtesies, noting Mr Mark Bennitt superintendent of the Exposition and Mr Geo H Daniels general passenger at the Alcazar Hotel where the party stayed in Buffalo.
C R Richart of Williamsport visited town for a few days this week calling on friends.
Our townsman W. 5S. Moyer purchased from W. 8. Robbing of Robbits Bros., Phillipsburg, New Jersey, a fine rubber tired vehicle.
A large delegation from the Bloomsburg Knights of Malta visited Berwick on Sunday and attended divine service with the Berwick Commandery at the M E Church.
The juniors presented a rendition of a popular drama on Saturday night. The audience showed delight at the steadiness and creditable performance by the performers.
Miss Eva Penman of Knoxville Illinois visits relatives in the community. This marks her first trip east and she is remembered by many readers.
Jackson, son of the late C. B. Jackson, and Edna L. Kirby of Towanda were married at the bride’s parents’ home on the Wednesday of last week.
Mrs. J C Biddle and her children Marie and Robert of Fountain Springs visit her brother Robert Buckingham at the old homestead in Bloomeburg to attend the Normal Commencement.
Our young townsman Boyd Maize graduates with distinction from Yale Law School having completed the three year course in two years. He is to be congratulated on his success.
The Sloan property, recently bought by Mr. E B Tustin, will see several tenants leave in early July. Cleaning of current premises will start immediately, with plans to begin construction at once.
Benton township farmer I K Laubach transacted business in Bloomsburg on Monday and reported good times with several new barns and houses rising. He attributes the boom to good crops and prosperous McKinley era.
The tenth annual excursion of the P O S A from Bloomsburg will depart July 20 1901. The trip goes to a park and resort about three miles from Tamaqua on the Lansford and Tamaqua Electric Railroad. Round trip fare is $1.00. Full particulars to follow.
Dr J Wesley Hill of Grace Church Harrisburg was announced to deliver the commencement address at the Normal today but did not appear. During exercises Dr Welsh received a telegram stating he had missed the train.
Kr F M Gilmore the well known thrameur will relocate his business from the Wirt building to the Kuhn building former green grocery of Housel and Son. The Kuhn building is being renovated with repainting and papering in preparation for occupancy.
Shenandoah learned ball playing lessons as Normal tallied ten runs in the third inning to take a 32 to 9 lead after eight innings. Fisher started for Normal, Williams joined late, and Dr Aldinger finished the game with strong pitching.
Mrs Susan Bowman age about 73 died at her son Dr John H Bowman’s home in Hazleton this week. She was born and raised in Mifflinville where her late husband George A Bowman was a well known resident. She had long belonged to the M E Church and funeral services will be held in Mifflinville Friday at nine. She is survived by one son Dr John H Bowman.
Enthusiasm grows after weeks of trials as ingeniously built devices are tested in the sea. Investors trade over 2000 shares in Bloomsburg on Monday with funds to finance further machinery and a go electric plant on the shore to showcase the new ocean power device.
The government once asked Pennsylvania Normal Schools for teacher recruits to staff Philippine schools. About 150 graduates were considered, with Philippine authorities now reviewing the applicant list and selecting candidates for the American education program in the islands.
From Columbia county comes T. H. Edwards and E. Joe Albertson both chosen for government service after college graduation. Edwards, son of a Benton farmer, is praised for teaching potential while Albertson, who supported himself since age twelve, earned his diploma with extra endorsements and will sail with other graduates to the Philippines for three years at a salary of $1000 annually.
On Tuesday morning Miss Josephine Barkley daughter of the late C G Barkley married Warren H Eyer a Bloomsburg civil engineer in a private ceremony at the bride’s mother's home on Market street Rev Dr Henkel of Catawissa officiated After a wedding breakfast the couple left for Philadelphia for a honeymoon and will visit the Pan American Exposition in Buffalo Their friends and the Republican office staff extend best wishes for happiness and success.
The Normal baseball squad split a two game set away from home. Carlisle Indians won five to four with four hits off Hayes while Normal had eight off Bender and made two errors to three. Williams pitched for Normal as they defeated a strong Philadelphia A A M C A Club squad eight to four after thirteen Normal hits. The piece credits Dr Aldinger for the team’s strength and discipline.
Several hundred fans cheered as Normal defeated Carlisle 6 to 0 in a decisive baseball game on Normal grounds. The score shows Normal underscored by Hayes and Aldinger with home runs by Hayes, while Carlisle was blanked. Umpire Sprain officiated the contest.
A graceful ceremony conducted June 10 at Hamline M. E. Church Washington DC. Walter Myron Brittain son of Milton Brittain and Miss Eth el Florence Thompson of Washington united in Episcopal rings service under Rev. Lucien Clark D D. Miss Clara Thompson sister of the bride served as maid of honor and cousin Mr Maynard P Twitchell was best man. Ushers included Frank Slaymaker Geo H Hadley Chas Thompson and George C Montgomery. Church adorned with palms and daisies. The bride wore white and carried a bouquet of pride roses and maidenhair fern.
The article notes numerous gifts including a gold lined silver nut bow from the Seaboard Air Line R R clerks in Portmouth Va where Brittain worked and a trunk from Southern R R employees in Washington where he formerly clerked. It mentions a Buffalo Exposition Niagara and Boston wedding trip and a reception in Washington for about three hundred guests. The couple plan to settle in Richmond Va after the Seaboard Air Line RR moves offices there.
Bloomsburg hosts a Fourth celebration organized by the Junior Order of American Mechanics. Schedule includes 10:30 fire inspection, 11:00 running races, 1:30 grand parade with bands and organizations, 2:00 balcony ascent, 2:30 grand opera house patriotic speeches, and afternoon and evening dancing at Oak Grove Park with music.
The article describes a baseball game where Freeland Juds defeated Normal nine to six. A disputed second inning play led to wrangling after a long drive to Institute building resulted in a missed home run. Umpire Splain enforced the rule, ending a potential three-run swing and preserving Normal's lead with Williams pitching well in the later innings. The Norgean team faced travel fatigue after a long trip from Philadelphia and Hayes missing the train.
Balllard, once discharged amid alleged theft, admitted to killing John Chardeon, proprietor of Sawaulu, in a summer 1898 dispute. He carried the body to a field well and dropped it. the victim was never found. Balllard died after months of illness and a magistrate's confession was made. Officials plan to reopen the well and remove Richardson's body.
Reading outlines that the Philadelphia and Reading Railway shop workers remain resolute as the stalled labor action continues. President Baer had given them until Tuesday to return to work, marking a critical deadline in the dispute.
Five strikers returned in a skirmish while sixty new members joined Tuesday. About 1250 Philadelphia and Reading shop workers in the city remain on strike with additional discharges at Palo Alto St Clair and Wayne Junction. Trainmen may join the walkout, threatening the Reading Railway system.
The thirtieth anniversary reunion of the class of 1871 at the Normal School drew alumni noted in law, medicine, education, and public life. Attendees included John H Alkman Jer ome T Allman Mrs S J Coffin G W Bartsch Kate J Berryhill Mrs Dr J Biddle John M Garman Mrs Harry W Sloan Robert R Little Amos W Shelley Miss Sadie Spear and M H Race. Most were present except Judge Bartsch and Mrs Coffman.
The Normal held its annual athletics contest Monday with a large turnout. Winners include Pole Vault J R Williams 1st Templeton 2nd Reiland 3rd 8 feet 8 inches High Jump Fourl 1st Jacobs 2nd Edwards and Moyer tied 3rd 4 feet 11 inches 100 Yard Dash Marcy 1st McCullum Qnda Williams 8rd 103 seconds Running Broad Jump Marcy 1st Fourl 2nd Riland 3rd distance 18 feet $ inches Milehun Hartman jet Engle 2nd Keiber 3d Time 5 minutes 38 seconds 220 yard Dash McCollum 1st Williams 2nd Fours 3rd Time 25 15 seconds Shot Put Marcylet Edwards 2nd Palmer 3d Distance 84 feet 6 inches
Details emerge of a shocking murder in East Penn township Sehughs Kill County. John Balliark a farmer was found brutalized on a bed after being assured of safety. Investigators probe motive and suspect list as case unfolds.
Advertises fine printed batiste at 15 cents per yard and fine lace batiste at 20 cents. Dotted Swiss muslins 15 cents, dimities 15, pungees 22, spot crepe 15?6, cotton foulards 25?8. Highlights new patterns in black and white, assorted trimmings, sash ribbons eight inches wide all silk forty cents per yard.
The piece extols ready-to-wear as saving sewing, designing, cutting and fitting by reputable makers. It argues an economy of price accompanies the convenience and top notch finish. The reader is urged to continue.
The ad touts cottons and cambrics with fine finish at low prices. Corset covers, drawers, night robes, and skirts range from 25¢ to 98¢ with a special 79¢ shirt waist and a few days sale. New eye styles advertised as just arrived.
Local store advertises porch rockers in a large lot. They note last year’s price was $1.75 and current price is $1.83. Shoppers urged to visit and see the items.
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