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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1902
Page
3
Wilkes-Barre resident Mr. B. F. P. Keeter will reside in Ocean Grove New Jersey for the summer at the shore retreat, signaling a seasonal plan for rest and seaside recreation.
Mr E P Bardo of Divide in this country conducted business in Bloomsburg on Monday.
Mr. A. B. Heller of Hamburg visited Bloomsburg on Tuesday and met many old friends. The Bloomsburg to Danville route is under canvass for renewal of rights of way grants for an electric road.
Mrs James W Lewis of Pittsburg spent several days at the start of the week with her mother Mrs Thomas Vanuatta on Iron Street detailing a brief family visit and location in Pittsburg.
Cata wiesa News Tem praises support to pressure Treasurer Snyder to disgorge. Northumberland Republicans back Fred Godcharles for Congress and W K Gord for the short term. A M E Church of Bloomsburg expands with a porch extension. Dr Gilbert of M E Ber Wick to lecture on Brains Plus and Minus at Buckhorn on Saturday May 24. Admission 16 cents.
A new half hour timetable was tried on the Columbia and Montour Electric road cars this Saturday. If the business warrants it, the change will become the permanent summer schedule.
Members of Bloomsburg Council No. 1460 AM meet at their hall on Memorial Day at 1 PM in parade dress to take part in Memorial exercises led by R. H. Rinaup BR 8.
Gehrad Snyder, longtime owner of the Exchange Hotel in Bloomsburg, has leased the Hotel Nor mandie in Atlantic City. The Nor mandie is described as one of the leading hostelries at the popular seaside resort.
A time change for Bloomsburg's Centennial celebration moves events to Thursday and Friday August 28 and 29 to suit business interests. The Steam Heating plant, the first burg industry affected by the coal strike, closed by Tuesday, though the mild weather limits hardships for residents.
Mrs. Verdy of Columbus, visiting Bloomsburg friends and former resident, will accompany her husband home after nine months with her parents Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Sterling.
Townsman T. E. Hyde owns a high quality stallion among the best bred horses ever brought to this section. The horse will stand for service this season with the time and place announced in an advertisement in another column.
The D L W Railroad Company issues an illustrated Summer excursion book highlighting routes and resorts. The booklet aims to guide readers seeking a pleasant summer trip and promises careful, attractive presentation of the places of interest along the journey.
The committee on permanent certificates led by Sadie Hagenbuch L P Brenner and Samuel Pursel conducted the annual examination Saturday at Bloomsburg High School for teachers seeking to add branches to their certificates. Prof B F Kelley Miss Lillie Edwards and Miss Rebecca A John supervised the exam.
Mrs Mary Feldler died at her home in Eepy after a lingering illness aged about seventy seven. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon and interment followed at Light Street. She was the grandmother of townsman J. E. Feidler.
Mrs Elizabeth Bomboy wife of Jere mish Bomboy of Salem township died Friday aged 71. She married Jeremiah Bomboy in 1849 and they had eleven children seven of whom survive with the husband. She belonged to St Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church. The funeral was held Monday.
Our townsman E. F. Carpenter has recently received a promotion to the cashier ship of the First National Bank of Bloomsburg. Mr. Tustin resigned as cashier and was elected vice-president. This promotion of Mr. Carpenter is a recognition of the abilities he has already exhibited as a careful and competent financier.
The Bloomsburg Council of Royal Arcanum held a Friday evening open meeting described as one of its most pleasant social events. Rev Dr Gilbert of Berwick gave a pleasing address, members also spoke briefly, and refreshments were served under Mrs Dodson’s direction.
The entire anthracite coal field in Pennsylvania is tied up by the Hazleton strike. Mines cannot procure coal as companies have diverted all above ground stock for their own use. If the strike endures, a general coal supply shutdown in industries using hard coal may occur within weeks.
The statement emphasizes a neutral stance toward Mr. Krickbaum while pledging to expose fraud. It asserts the aim is to uncover deceit by any traveling agent lightning rod firm or official alleged to misuse reform rhetoric to conceal thefts by supporters.
The Epworth League celebrated its fourth anniversary at the M E Church Sunday evening. F P Eyer was installed as president for the seventh consecutive year. The pastor Dr Frysinger read the Junior League report noting membership growth from forty to one hundred twenty over the past year.
A report claimed a soldier killed in the Philippines was sent to Mechanicsburg for burial but the War Department found the report false. The soldier's father testified he did receive his son's body, and an investigation was begun to verify the facts.
Will L. Crist has accepted the pastorate of the Congregational churches at Kensal and Wimbledon North Dakota at a salary of 1000 dollars per year. He notes the belt opened by the Soo RB R and rapid growth. He seeks a Christian physician none others need apply dentist photographer milliner and dressmakers and invites inquiries to Kensal North Dakota.
The letter critiques Treasurer Snyder for seeking a reprieve while failing to repay embezzled funds. It argues he remains unrepentant and no better than a common thief, despite guidance from Reformer Krickbaum and prior desire for mercy. The piece expresses disappointment at lack of restitution before September Court.
On May 21 at noon W. Clark Richart wed Mrs. Alice A. Fetasr of Watsontown. Rev. Mathew N. Walker of the M. E. Church officiated in front of the couple’s close friends. Our congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Richart.
Henry T. Harry a leading member of the Clinton County bar collapsed during witness exam in a Clinton County Court, dying within minutes from heart disease. He founded the Lock Haven Trust and Deposit Co and served as a trustee of the Central State Normal School of Pennsylvania. At 60, he led anti-Quay forces and was repeatedly endorsed for Congress. he married Sarah Pollock in 1872.
On Friday morning Myron Meyers sixteen son of Daniel Meyers of Lime Ridge was killed while painting a truck at the American Car and Foundry Co Berwick yard. A switch engine derailed two cars burying Meyers under the load. His face was crushed and limbs broken. He is survived by a father mother five sisters and two brothers. Interment followed at Anugelic cemetery.
The Galladet College team from Washington D C visited Normal for a notable game. Normal won 12 to 3 behind pitcher Stevenson who delivered a strong performance. Normal collected twelve hits while Galladet registered ten.
Miss Maud Tubbs and Mr A A Pealer wed under clear skies Thursday with Rev Samuel Carnhill officiating at the bride's father Milton Tubbs residence in Cambis. Guests from Bloomsburg Light Street Shickshinny Nanticoke and Wilkes Barre attended. The home glowed with spring flowers and the couple plan to live in Asbury after their honeymoon.
McKelvy Musgrave made a short call at J F Kline's last week. Roy Miller of Canby spent Wednesday with his brother at this place. Orval Eves Frank Sands and Addison Kester took a herd of young cattle back to the mountain for the summer. A couple of girls in boys clothes caused surprise before explanation. Van Kirk Robbins Pen Co refunds noted. Miss Lela Kitchen spent Sunday with Miss Mabel Kester. The League was conducted by Secelia Kitchen last Sunday evening with preaching planned for next Sunday.
Orangeville correspondent reports a large black bear wandering from the North Mountain into Li ver Brook hollow on Saturday. Elwood Yocum fired first injuring the bear, Henrie fired again to finish it, and the carcass was taken to Elwood Yocum’s home. The skin sold to Harry B. Low. The bear allegedly left a humorous will naming the Yocums and Sloan as heirs.
Died at Wilkes-Barre on May 13 Oli ver Pursel came from Licking county Ohio and moved with the Hail family to Bloomsburg last April where he fell sick and died. He was buried by the Order of Mechanics and remembered as a faithful churchgoer and Sunday School supporter. A long list of local visits and movements follows including Miss Kate Coleman of Pittston and Mr. Edward Coleman of Danville. Other items note wedding attendance at Cambra, Rev McLinn’s visit, and various social calls. A runaway couple from Lairdsville passed through then returned home. Decoration Day services are announced for the afternoon. The column closes with several visits and upcoming changes such as Miss Seely becoming a dressmaker in town and a fishing party on Fishing Creek.
A large animal was seen on the old Belles farm now owned by E H Sloan and later by Elwood Yocum and Stewart Henrie. It was shot in a pasture near the road by Reichart buildings, crawled across the road and lay dead in the creek. Henrie estimates 250 pounds. The skin was shown in town Saturday night as a trophy. Some believe it fled North Mountain fires. U. KE.
The senior class commencement exercises at O. H. 8. were praised for their quality with thanks to instructors Miss Harriet Carpenter and Prof. Lindley Dennis. Numerous local residents and visitors enjoyed church addresses and social gatherings, with several trips to Wilkes-Barre and Danville noted. A funeral for Oliver Purser drew a large crowd, and various visits among Bloomsburg residents continued through the week.
Myron Myers son of Daniel Myers of Lime Ridge was killed at 10:30 am Friday while painting at the A F Co Berwick yard. A switch mishap derailed cars and crushed his body, death instantaneous. Funeral held Sunday with hundreds in attendance. Myron 16 years old survived by parents five sisters and a brother.
Mrs Elizabeth Jackson returns from relatives in the city. Local students and teams play baseball with Wilkes-Barre Berwick and Nescopeck. Obituary notes Mrs Frank P Freas dies aged 42. Commencement tickets go on sale for High School exercises May 29 at the Opera House and Alumni banquet follows. A social by Ladies Aid, June 3 electro musical show, and several visits and illnesses are listed among townspeople. A boy on Front Street is frightened after a minor accident. one worker suffers a foot injury at the A O and F Co boiler room.
Andrew Dunigans of Iola welcomes a healthy daughter. William Greenly renovates near Sereno school. George Greenly improves after illness. Sunday School Convention held at Sereno Schoolhouse May 3 and 4. Myron I. Low spoke on The Needs of a Sunday School. Farmers busy with corn ground. R H Bardo reports fine clover. Drake farm buildings resemble Peter Tumbledown’s. Chas Titman moves back near Sereno. O R Parker injured by a fall through a straw maw. John Bardo loses a hog valued at $30. Mrs Reichard recovering from illness.
Our buyer returned from the city with a large stock of men's and boys' suits sold at cut prices. Early comers have the best selection of neat grey striped and natty flannel coat and pants suits. Garments are priced far below rivals, with style and tailoring comparable to much higher options.
Advertises low prices on wash dress materials and garments such as corset covers white skirts drawers chemises night gowns and children s waists with lines on chambray ginghams mercerized chambray hats and hats trimmed free of charge silk shapes outing hats Cuba braid hats and flowers all offered at popular, affordable prices with emphasis on quality and variety.
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