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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1901
Page
5
The Republican announces bundled rates with leading dailies for advance payment. Rates include The Republican and Weekly Tribune 1.75, Republican and Toledo Blade 1.25 new subscribers, 1.50 others, and Tri-Weekly 2.00. A club of five earns one year free, with premiums on other packages.
The Watson W Furman property on iat Street will be sold at private sale. The lot is a desirable large corner with a good house. For information inquire Hope Furman or R Mendenhall Bloomsburg Pa. Town Lots for Sale on easy terms. Inquire J Sanderson Woods ales Agent or N U Funk Sec y Office Ent Building.
George Appleman of Rohrsburg received a car load of horses from Buffalo on Tuesday evening and the animals were moved up to Rohrsburg this morning.
The Mystic Midgets will perform a Saturday matinee on June 1 at 2 PM featuring a full set and chorus. Admission is ten cents for children under 14 and twenty five cents for adults.
Grant Pifer, a well known gents furnisher of Watsontown, presided at the organ in the Reformed Church on Sunday morning. He is described as a skillful pipe organ operator. In the afternoon he visited Mifflinville where his wife was visiting friends.
Monday in Lewisburg attorney James Scarlet was in an equity suit when smoke filled the room. He leapt from his chair and found his pantaloons aflame from matches in his pocket, which had struck fire.
Invitations have been issued for the wedding of Miss Mabel Peacock, eldest daughter of Mrs. Thurman Peacock, and Mr Harry Sloan Barton, principal of the Fifth Street public schools. The ceremony will be at the M. E. Church on Wednesday afternoon June 12 at 4:30.
Thomas A. Shoemaker was elected president of Center County Banking Company of Bellefonte. He is a nephew of Colling railroad contractors and was in Bloomsburg during the North and West Branch Railroad construction as a young man.
Capitalists in Greene County sink funds into the Wireless Telephone and Telegraph Company. Widespread investment in Greene Wopper stock signals a strong speculative spirit and broad access to capital.
The schedule lists the start of BA one a week at the State College on Sunday June 9th. On Tuesday June 11th the board of trustees holds its annual meeting and delegates and alumni meet at 9 30 A M to elect trustees. Graduation exercises follow on Wednesday at 10 A M.
A published table shows county by county Sunday school attendance. The state average is 22 percent, while Columbia County reports 41 percent, surpassed only by two counties, Playder and Union, in the state.
Intelligence reports the death of Ellis Bidleman of Schoolcraft Michigan after sudden illness while walking. He was about 70. He lived in Bloomsburg in youth and is remembered by older residents. a daughter, a brother Ramsay, and a sister Mrs J A Chapin of Schoolcraft survive.
The Supreme Court granted an appeal in the case of O B Mellick versus the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. Mellick had won a $1160 verdict in Columbia County Court for damages after the railroad allegedly interfered with his work on the south abutment to the Bloomsburg bridge. The Superior Court affirmed, and the case moves to the Supreme Court for final decision.
The mayor praised Street Commissioner Neyhard for quick action repairing park damages caused by the Wallace Circus. A row of trees was planted around the square and another inside the walk, leaving space for more plantings and athletic uses without hindering access.
Members of Ent Post G A B and other veterans attended services at the Reformed Church on Sunday morning. Miss Jutta Furman recently graduated from Chariey Hoaital to Philadelphia visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Furman. Water was let into the canal on Monday to float boats downstream for sale.
The Bloomsburg Water Company reports progress on preliminary arrangements to install a new filter plant this summer. Local officials expect improved water quality and system reliability once construction is completed.
Some delay caused by machinists strike affects delivery of equipment for the Scientific Food Co plant. The Daily quartette of father, son and two daughters perform in different venues across Columbia County, their singing widely appreciated.
Last Friday's heavy rain was followed by a violent wind storm that blew down several panels of a high board fence surrounding the Fair grounds. Local officials reported the damage and began assessing repairs to secure the area.
Except for Sunday the section reports nearly continuous rain since Friday evening last week with rainfall described as almost unprecedented and persistent through the period.
The Republican office announces several new font types in the latest style to enhance presentation and efficiency. The update promises better prepared, up-to-date work and improved typesetting.
William Martyn Mauser, infant son of Prof and Mrs W C Mauser, died Saturday morning. Funeral services were conducted Monday by Rev M E McLinn with interment at Mifflinburg Pennsylvania.
Bloomsburg investors in Greene Consolidated Copper Company cheer as dividend checks arrive on Saturday. Several thousand dollars distributed to stockholders boosts local finances and signals firm activity after a period of stability.
The Bloomsburg public schools will close on Monday of next week. A season ticket to the entertainments will admit the holder on Friday Monday and Tuesday evenings. The Friday evening entertainment will be repeated on Saturday night and a special ticket will be required.
The council met Monday night to renew lighting of streets with the Electric Light Company. A proposal from the American Electric Light Company offered $80 per lamp per year. Action was deferred for one week.
Charles Helst sustained a serious injury when a derrick arm toppled in the machine shop at the Car Shops on Wednesday morning. He was knocked unconscious and later revived after being moved to the office. Condition described as unclear on danger at this time.
Bishop C. H. Fowler of the M. E church addressed Pennsylvania lawmakers in Harrisburg Tuesday. He delivered the opening prayer in the Senate and was invited to speak in the House on motion of Thomas Cooper. He urged the value of legislators serving the state.
Our townsman L. N. Moyer purchased a handsome phaeton through P. Sloan for his granddaughter Rattie. The vehicle is one of the finest ever seen, built entirely of oak and trimmed with brown patent leather, Hattie will be proud to ride behind her pony.
H. V. White returned from Philadelphia Monday after securing orders for 1300 barrels of flour. The Waite Milling Company has increased business this year and offers a strong home market for farmers to dispose of their grain.
The Columbia County Sabbath School Association hosts its 32nd Annual Convention at Numidia on June 11 12 with sessions in Lutheran and Reformed Churches. Dr Charles Reads General Secretary and Mrs J W Barnes State Superintendent of Primary on the program along with local workers.
Henry Wanich died at his sister Mrs. L A Cartwrights home in Dallas after a two week illness. His body will be brought to his sister Mrs Peter Jones house in this town for the funeral Thursday morning with interment in Rosemont Cemetery. He resided here for several years and is survived by three children.
The court transferred the license of Charles Gold of Iola to Frank Morton after two indictments were found against Gold for violating the Brooks liquor law. If convicted, the license may be revoked, raising questions about the court’s actions and setting a questionable precedent.
Wyoming Seminary visit to Bloomsburg last Thursday ended in a 17 to 0 loss for Seminary. Normal’s Hayes starred in goal while Lewis of Bloomsburg impressed with a deft field move. Savidge for Seminary showed effort though the home defense sealed the win.
In a salacit and battery matter the Monroe County Grand Jury ignored the bill and charged the costs to the Justice of the Peace who brought the case. Judge Craig explained the law did not permit this, though he noted such a law would be fitting. The costs were then placed on the County.
D E Robertson a well known resident of Nanticoke committed death by own action Monday afternoon by swallowing a large quantity of carbolic acid. He faced financial difficulties and inability to secure an indorser for loans. He worked as a collector for the Susquehanna Coal Company and leaves a widow and three children.
Isaac Appleman a retired Yarmer died suddenly Friday night at age about 65 after being persuaded by his daughter Mrs. Millard Kester to seek care at her East Third Street home. Survived by daughter Mrs. Kester and son B. K. Appleman of Cincinnati. Funeral Tuesday morning with burial at Canby.
A large blaze in Danville on Thursday night destroyed most of the Reading Iron Works once the Waterman and Beaver plant. Firemen saved the 12 inch mill and No 2 pud mill amid heavy flames. Losses run to thousands of dollars. officials say the mill will be rebuilt promptly.
Emanuel Kikendall died early Thursday morning at his Nescopeck home from catarrh of the stomach. He was 77 and left a large circle of acquaintances in Berwick and vicinity. A Baptist Church member, he lived his faith. Survived by his wife, no children. Funeral at his residence Saturday at 9 am with burial in Brown's Cemetery, Mifflinville.
Commencement week at Bloometarg Public Schools features the Mystic Midgets drama by Third Street pupils in the Opera House Friday and Saturday with 25 cent pedal tickets for Saturday. The class sermon is in the M E Church Sunday by Dr Frysinger. Mon features the Oratorical Contest in the Opera House and Tue the Commencement exercises. Alumni Banquet served at the High School Wednesday by caterer F M Gilmore.
Philip Moyer of Bloomsburg died Saturday aged 68 after two months with heart disease and dropsy. A Civil War veteran of Co EB 103rd Regiment and a G A R member, he is survived by his second wife and five children from his first marriage, including W B Moyer, George Moyer, Ed Moyer, Elizabeth Mears of New York, and Mrs L L Be Bell of Schoolcraft Michigan. Funeral services were held Monday at 3 PM conducted by Rev. M E McLihn of the Lutheran Church.
Charles and Mary Wright sued Lehman township after a sleigh overturned in a 1895 winter accident. Judge Lynch presided as a jury awarded 118 to the husband for lost wife services and 1000 to the wife for injuries, sustaining them after a two day deliberation.
Rapid rise in cases across six western towns prompts widespread vaccination orders. Kingston Plymouth Luzerne Larksville Edwardsville Plymouth Township report outbreaks as Plymouth and Kingston close, public meetings halt, churches shut, and factories to vaccinate.
Pupils of Third Street School stage a Friday and Saturday show May 31 and June 1 at the Opera House titled Mystic Midgets Carnival of Nations. The cast lists Prince Obdillores along with dozens of named characters from Uncle Sam to Tiko of Japan and many more, with intricate pageant roles and fairy queen and attendants.
A Polish miner, John Silinske, found coal bearing a clear human footprint in the Pennsylvan ia mines. Students and locals search densified by three businessmen who call it a wonder as scientists debate whether carboniferous earth hosted humans.
The men’s meeting next Sunday after noon will be addressed by Prof. C H Albert of the Normal School with special singing by the Male Quartette. All men invited. Fire Boys Brigade progress is steady though drum corps, re organized with many new boys, won’t join Decoration Day exercises but will be ready for the 4th of July demonstration.
Attorneys in Wilkes-Barre confronted the petition to appoint a guardian for Samuel Pringle's estate. Relatives argued he is depleting his wealth and unable to manage affairs. The Pringle side condemned the relatives' action as an outrage and insisted on his capacity.
The 1901 board of directors records heartfelt thanks to Miss Mary Tustin for years of faithful service at the First National Bank of Bloomsburg and wishes her a happy, useful future. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Miss Tustin and published in county papers. Meanwhile Myron I. Low faces bail and discharge from Lehigh Valley Railroad duties after alleged kleptomania remarks.
The Pennsylvania Railroad announces two fast vestibuled expresses between Wilkes Barre and Philadelphia on the Schuylkill Valley line. Philadelphia bound departures are 8 35 A M and 5 15 P M with arrivals at 12 50 P M and 9 30 P M Nescopeck stops noted en route. Northbound trains leave Philadelphia at 9 10 A M and 4 10 P M, reaching Nescopeck at 1 35 P M and 8 25 P M. This marks the shortest Bloomsburg to Philadelphia route.
Nicholas O'Brien of Mt Carmel, a Lehigh Valley firefighter, was arrested at his home Saturday night for breaking into Pennsylvania and Lehigh Valley Railroad tool houses and stealing tools. About $800 worth of goods were recovered, along with lead pipe. Recovered items were sent to Hazleton for identification and distribution. A barrel of anisette found in his cellar. O'Brien did not attempt to dispose of the loot.
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