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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1902
Page
3
A terse notice from Bloomsburg records an entry at the local Post Office designating mail as Second Mail Matter. The brief item lacks additional names, dates, or actions.
A notice promotes advance payment prices for the REPUBLICAN and allied papers. Subscriptions cost $1.75 yearly when paid in advance, with a combined offer including The Practical Farmer and Agricultural Almanac. Five subscribers earned a free year of The Republican, plus premiums like The Republican and Press.
The Hemlock township sale includes stock and farming implements on Tuesday March 26 1902. J Sanderson Woods represents N U Funk and public sale details list ER M Watkins as auctioneer with sale starting at ten. Henry Deighmille offers Alaska seed oats and a threshing outfit for sale at Buckhorn Post Office.
The officers will hold a meeting at the secretary A N Yost's office on Saturday afternoon to discuss society affairs and upcoming activities.
In Harrisburg Fred Skeler Esq. announced in the city on Tuesday that he is a candidate for Lieutenant Governor. The disclosure positions him for statewide race and follows his legal career and public service.
Rev J J Lohr of Berwick delivered the annual sermon on Temperance before the United Evangelical Church conference at Lock Haven on Thursday last.
Theodore Mericle was seriously injured last Thursday when he fell from his porch roof while shoveling snow. He landed on his head and his condition is described as dangerous.
George Miller of Nescopeck died at his home on Tuesday. He was the son-in-law of the late Peter Creasy of Mifflin township and, at his death, was operating the Nescopeck hotel.
It is presumed Governor Stone will issue a proclamation for a special election in this district to fill the vacancy in Congress caused by Rufus K. Polk's death. The elected person will hold the seat until March 4 1903.
George W Mauger died in Roanoke Virginia on Saturday morning March 1st at age 77. His remains were taken to Berwick for interment. About thirty years ago he ran the Forks Hotel in this town.
Col W J Bryan was entertained at a luncheon by the Elks following his Saturday night lecture. About midnight he departed with Chairman W T Creasy for Creasy's country home in Catawissa to spend a quiet Sunday.
Theodore Fedder died at his home in Mifflinville on Sunday after a lingering illness aged 63 years and 10 days. He was a brother of Joseph Fedder who was killed last winter at Rupert. The funeral was held on Tuesday with interment in Mifflinville Cemetery.
Local business men of Bloomsburg apply for a charter to form an Electric Light Power and Heat Company. They plan to use the abandoned water power at Trondale for the plant and operations.
Levi Hidlay died at his home in Three Rivers on January 22 at age 75. The deceased was born in Briar Creek Township. One daughter survives. Interment followed at Riverside Cemetery in Three Rivers.
Dr Gilbert of Berwick will deliver a lecture on Brains Plus or Minis this Saturday evening in the M B church at Lime Ridge under Epworth League supervision. Ice cream and cake will follow. Admission 20 cents for adults and 10 cents for children. Doors open at 7.00 and the talk begins at 8.00.
Samuel W. Mitchell died of pneumonia at his home on Eighth Street Monday morning at 42. He leaves a wife and one son. A resident of Bloomsburg for about two years he came from Emmons. Funeral services will be held Thursday at ten oclock at his residence conducted by Rev. M. E. McLinn with interment at Esther Furnace in this county.
On March 5 Arthur C Harrison of Harveyville wed Edna Wilson of Raven Creek. Rev W W Rothrock officiated at the nuptials held at the bride's parents' home, Ezra and Mrs Wilson. A large gathering of friends attended, and many valuable gifts reflected the couple's esteem.
Informants report Treasurer Jeremiah Snyder barred several supervisors from receiving their share of the license proceeds. The incident highlights tensions over distribution of funds and governance concerns within the department.
The speaker argues the county has no legal right to keep the license money and claims townships and borough treasurers can collect it now. He notes Snyder could be asked to pay interest if delay continues and mentions a June timeframe previously discussed.
West Pittston correspondent reports Charles Werkheiser chief clerk in the forwarding department at Coxton yard has resigned to the surprise of many friends. A long time employee and native of Mifflinville, he was regarded as a permanent fixture.
The Bloomsburg Daily has not yet published the Superior Court ruling in Kittanning borough against Mast. The decision requires the County Treasurer to repay five percent commissions illegally deducted from licenses with interest. The paper’s delay prompts questions about withholding the law from readers.
The Senate on Tuesday approved a bill authorizing the secretary of war to restore Gen David M Gregg of Norristown Pa to the active list of the regular army and to place him on the retired list with the rank of captain. Gregg, a noted Civil War cavalry leader, is relieved from reduced circumstances. The bill was introduced by Senator Penrose.
Benjamin Evans Esq a well known Nescopeck miller and longtime justice of the peace died on Tuesday after a stroke of paralysis suffered Saturday. He was one of Nescopeck's oldest and most respected residents and had previously worked as a land surveyor in upper Columbia and lower Luzerne Counties.
Cen tralia files suit against Treasurer Snyder alleging illegal commission from license money. The newspaper backs taxpayers demand for disgorgement and repayment of all ill gotten gains, urging Snyder to repay and resign as needed.
George Brandon age 78 of Huntington township near Shickshinny was found dead Friday morning in his bed. The Civil War veteran is survived by six adult children.
James L. Jackson of Williamsport is elected grand commander as 28 commanderies remain to report results. Malta headquarters notes Jackson led with 437 votes to Samuel J. Bennet 135 and Rev. George W. Welsh 112, with expected gains from forthcoming votes.
A wedding was held Tuesday at high noon in Moreland for Lizzie Manly daughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Corson of Opps Mills and Joseph Whitmoyer of Pine Summit Columbia county. Rev I B Crist performed the ceremony at the bride's parents home followed by an elegant collation and numerous presents for the bride.
Mrs Hannah Smith aged about fifty four widow of ex Sheriff Samuel Smith died of apo plexy at her home on East Seventh street around two o'clock Saturday. She was asthmatic but death was unexpected. Sister of Dr T C Harter she moved from Stillwater to Bloomsburg four years ago. Member of the Christian church she leaves ten children five sons and five daughters. Funeral was Tuesday morning with interment at Stillwater.
John Palmer, a 43 year old town resident, collapsed on the pavement near E. M. Savage's news stand on Second Street Sunday morning. A physician declared him dead at once after being taken to the Lockard building hall. He was reported ill for some time. Survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Palmer and several sisters. Funeral held today at eleven with Rev. G. H. Hemmingway, burial New Rosemont Cemetery.
The piece praises the Life Guards as gallant soldiers and urges strengthening the system with Hood's Sarsaparilla to guard against diseases like colds influenza catarrh grip and pneumonia in March. It claims Sarsaparilla removes conditions allowing disease and adds vigor to vital organs and warm blood.
Dr. J. H. Bowman, long based in Hazleton, will relocate to Berwick on April 1 to establish a large practice. The move follows his success here and belief in demand for his services in Berwick.
Joseph Nuss Sr a Weatherly resident dies at his home after weeks of illness from a paralytic stroke. Born January 8 1823 near Mifflinville he lived 45 years in Weatherly. He leaves a wife and seven sons Wallace Allentown Charles Bloomsburg Harvey Pittsburg Clarence Sayre Webster Lewis and Frank Weatherly. Funeral set for Wednesday at 2 PM.
A Saturday conference at the Cattawissa bridge between Scanlan & Co and County Commissioners reviewed proposals to reinforce the floor supports for the trolley crossing. Boyd Trescott of Millville endorsed the plans, but Tuesday’s meeting failed to reach an agreement. The Electric Railroad Co plans to seek a court order to obtain the legally entitled permission, signaling a potential missed bargain by the commissioners.
At Lock Haven in Lewisburg District the United Evangelical Conference named new assignments. N Young presiding elder. J W Thompson Milton. D L Kepner Milton Circuit. J A Foss Muney Valley. J O Biggs Dushore. W J Campbell Bernice and Lopez. J F Hower Danville. E B Drum Bloomsburg. J W Bentz Espy. W H Stover Waller. W A Falls Columbia. E E Shaffer Berwick. H W Buck Nescopeck. D F Young Luzerne. K L Kessler Zions Grove. H Minsker Nanticoke. S B Mumey Ransom. B F Keller Scranton. J W Messinger Susquehanna. R E Wilson A L Reeser I M Rines W P Thomas members of Lewisburg Quarterly Conference. F F Moyner Susquehanna Quarterly Conference. C J Dick Berwick Quarterly Conference.
Mrs Urban of Derringer, whose seven year old daughter drowned in the flood, is in hard circumstances after losing cash and a train ticket. The Hazleton Sentinel reports Black Creek dragged to Nescopeck with no body found, fearing the child lies in sand or the Susquehanna. John Nemeth aided her return home as the family endures long hardship from injury and job loss. assistance is sought.
The Bloomsburg school board met Friday with full attendance. It set Easter vacation from March 27 to April 2 1902 and approved vaccines for 67 of 125 unvaccinated children at public expense. A Hess contract covers shelving partitions for 10.37 for three sections.
Saturday February 22nd a joyous gathering at Mr and Mrs John Oman home in Mr Pleasant honored Henry Ale on his eighty fourth birthday. Neighbors arrived despite bad weather and joined in warm conversations and greetings with the celebrant.
Estea hour guests gathered in the dining room for a noon meal with abundant fare and hearty portions. Music followed as attendees departed for home, leaving best wishes for Mr Ale’s health and happiness. Present were Roy Sands and wife Frank Sands and wife A J Crawford and wife Alfred Irvin G E Mordan and wife Mrs Sarah Rackle Margaret Smith Mrs Frank Mordan Mrs Hervey Stauffer Misses Ella Mordan Alverda Oman Edith McBride Belle Oman Ethel Crawford Bertha Oman Blanche Stauffer Cora Crawford Laura Oman Rachael Stauffer Edythe Oman Mary Musgrave Messrs Eri Ske ler John Mordan William Jones Millard Musgrave Harry McMichael James Miller Boyd Musgrave Harry Oman Dietterich Sands Robert Oman Harold McMichael Donald Sands Clyde Oman Doyle Sands Delmar Sands. One Present
Severe flooding ravaged Berwick and Nescopeck with the river rising to record levels since 1865. Homes along creeks were evacuated by boat as lower lands submerged eight feet and bridges were damaged. A barn struck a pier in Berwick and the Water Company dam No 1 was torn away. Recovery included social gatherings and many residents visiting friends, with deaths and funerals noted as well.
Burglars forced a cellar-window entry to Jos Schain's store and later Patterson's Meat Market, stealing ten gold watches before money was found missing. The B H S held a Friday meeting with readings and a violin solo, while Bloomsburg residents and visitors shared social events and small-town news throughout the week.
Bloomsburg and others are invited to call on any druggist for a free trial bottle of Kemp's Balsam for the Throat and Lungs. The remedy is guaranteed to cure or relieve chronic and acute coughs asthma bronchitis and consumption. Price 25c and 50c. March 12, 4-w.
Shake into your shoes Allen's Foot- Ease powder cures corns bunions and foot pain. It relieves smarting hot swollen feet. Available at all druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents. February 26 4t.
A local ad offers 42 Cheviots at 50c per yard and 52 Cheviots at 75c per yard, Albatros silks at 50c per yard, plus corded and striped fabrics for children's dresses and shirt waists. It invites readers to view the selections and notes curtain supplies at low cost.
New gowns and spring fabrics arrive with 38 inch Albatross in fresh colors. Vigero spring sellers include new colorings at 85c and 1.25. Canadence Cloth 44 inches wide in Blue mode Tan Brown and Black priced at 1.00.
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