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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1900
Page
4
A Pittston cave in from the Pennsylvania Coal Company mine caused Parsonage street to fall nearly twenty feet. Crevices widened, homes cracked, and several buildings were damaged as residents feared further collapses. Water service was cut off and the incident drew attention to alleged pillar robbing under state law.
Samuel Entz, 65, of Upper Fairfield township, was believed dead after a prolonged illness. The household prepared for his funeral, but a late discovery found him alive. The physician treated him for several hours and he regained consciousness and strength tonight.
In Lebanon on December 21 Judge Ehrgood dismissed the local Common Pleas Court proceeding challenging votes in the November election at the cost of the petitioners. Dr Thomas T Zerbe Quayite of Schaefferstown sought to contest the Assembly defeat by Professor E Benjamin Bierman Annville. The case claimed illegal votes for Bierman but the judge ruled the petition insufficient in form and substance. The parties plan to pursue the contest before the Legislature.
At a Woman’s Club meeting in Reading on December 21 the group discussed women candidates for the February school board election. Mrs. Stanley L. Krebs is likely to run, while several others who were suggested did not enter the contest.
Mrs. John Souden returned from a neighbor during the afternoon to find her sons George and Alfred Souden aged 3 and 4 had started a kitchen fire with matches. Smoke forced them to their bedroom where they would have suffocated before their mother reentered the burning house and carried them to safety as a bucket brigade saved the home.
Hollidaysburg December 21. David Over editor of the Hollidaysburg Register and a newspaper man of over a half century died today aged 76. A Mexican war veteran, he edited the Bedford Inquirer and the Lewistown Gazette. He served as Bedford county treasurer in 1856 and Blair county treasurer in 1887. He was among the 306 delegates who supported General Grant at Chicago. Survived by his wife, one son and three daughters.
Special Telegram to The Times reports Margaret Ault died at her Norristown home after a brief illness. Her niece Lulu Ault left the house and did not return until late, later found unable to enter. Neighbors aided entry, discovering Miss Ault lying at the door.
The town of Fleemington buzzes over the suspected murder of Mordecai Mills a 75 year old veteran who lived alone and hoarded wealth. A fire at his Little York area home revealed no obvious violence but concealed cash as investigators and Coroner Bolleau probe possible foul play with an inquest planned.
In Reading an unlikely pairing draws attention as a small black mongrel dog named Sport rides a soap delivery wagon horse. Owner William Miller from Perkiomen avenue and Eighteenth street says Sport, about eighty years old, proudly sits atop the horse during long Berks and adjoining counties journeys.
Conshohocken December 21 William Thomley claims to have walked around the United States. A wood carver by trade he supports himself with three tools and can craft frames cabinets and chairs. He showed papers from police chiefs and famous individuals to prove his tale and said he would never stop wandering with his destination nowhere in particular.
The annual Bureau of Railways of Pennsylvania report shows steam railways with capitalization of about 2.965 billion dollars and assets of 3.068 billion. It tallies 25,885 miles of track, 11,747 locomotives, 10,700 passenger cars, and 512,048 freight cars, with 307,737 workers paid 176.8 million dollars. Passenger earnings total 109.8 million, freight 331.0 million, other earnings push total revenue to 498.0 million.
Johnstown December 21 Forty Webster Coal and Coke Company drivers at Eshren field walked out demanding wages raised from 2.25 to 2.40 and shorter hours. The strike led to the temporary plant closure affecting about 1,000 workers and causing layoffs.
Special Telegram reports J. Carney of Waymart will pay cash on delivery for calves. C. O. Bax bought a calf and, during transport, the animal bolted, throwing Carney onto a rail. He lay unconscious overnight, frozen hands and feet exposed in the cold.
Pottsville reported the Ninth district convention of the United Mine Workers of America held a busy second day with addresses by labor leaders from the National Board and allied unions. Officers named for the coming year include President John Reny, Vice President Paul P. Pulaski, Secretary George W. Hartlein, and Treasurer Wilson G. Yoder. A large Pottsville local ball followed, with the gathering slated to continue tomorrow.
Five Washington grocers James Speelman William G. Neare B C Braden William Blake and W R Scott were arrested on December 21 for violating state law by dealing in oleomargarine. The arrest was based on information from James Terry of Harrisburg representing the Pure Food division of the Agricultural Department.
Special Telegram reports an early morning hold-up in Scenery Hill. Negro robbers struck James Jackson, a mine worker, with a club wounding him and stealing a small amount of money before fleeing.
John Metger of West Spring Mill spotted smoke from Herman Spindler’s house and entered to rescue six year old Helen Spindler from a second floor bed. Flames licked the edge of the bed but he carried her to safety.
Reading December 21 The Carpenter Steel Works has just been awarded a Navy Department contract to manufacture 500 twelve inch shells for navy guns.
Addressed by Philadelphian. Scranton notes the fourteenth annual dinner of the New England Society held on December 21 with speakers and attendees highlighted in local coverage.
William Baker Civil War veteran died at Carlisle. Mrs Jane Elizabeth Wagoner died at Lock Haven a descendant of John Adams. John Shoup Reading Railroad brakeman was crushed to death between lumber and a car. Montgomery County Christmas toll gate to be made free per county commissioners. Professor L F L r lectured at Sailobergem in M voion. Alice Maud Brownback and Frederick B married at Phoenix The Perkiomen toll gate will be made free the Montgomery County Commissioners Christmas.
Johnne of Philadelphia delivered an address during the event held tonight featuring Northeastern performers.
Special Telegram to TIMES from Shamokin on December 21 recounts Daniel Renn falling onto a red hot cook stove. Miss Laura shap provides rescue, saving him from death. Renn’s hands are badly burned and may require amputation.
A notice reports a marriage ceremony at Reading between Dr Rev. Dr. EB T and Miss Bes, held at the home of Mr and Mrs Tharnage with Dr. Walter A. Rigg involved in the celebration.
The Atlantic County Bar Association held a meeting on December 21 in which Supreme Court Justice Franklin Fort presided and adoption of resolutions of memory for justice members honored by the group.
In Plainfield on December 21 Mrs. W. H. P. Drake paid $500 to itinerant “Professor Lit ten, the clairvoyant” who promised to ease her troubles. The swindler advertised widely, collected cash from mainly women, then vanished after giving back an empty envelope containing only papers. Police pursue him with little hope of capture.
A jury in Mays Landing deliberated over twenty four hours and found John and Richard Mathis of Pleasantville guilty of manslaughter with mercy. The court ordered Richard to ten years and John seven years of confinement at hard labor. The verdict was seen as favorable to the defendants.
Special Telegram to Top Times from Paterson dated December 21 reports the North Jersey Gas Company seeking a franchise. The ordinance, introduced at the Alder men meeting, advances to a second reading. The firm is incorporated for 1,000,000 dollars and offers 86 cents per thousand for lighting and free entry to light news buildings.
Fire department union in Paterson had pressed for overtime pay for two months. The Aldermen introduced a measure, but Mayor Hinch vetoed the ordinance. Earlier the police department received $15,000.
Chief Linderman spotted a man with a heavy bundle he described as familiar to police. The bag contained a harness reported stolen from Captain Bodine’s stable near the track. Big Frank is jailed in Camden County, held on $500 bond set by Justice Longstreth.
In Paterson on December 21 agitation grows over a proposed city market. Commissioners were appointed months ago to select a site behind the Aldermen. An appropriation of two and a half dollars was made for this project, but a few meetings have shown the city cannot currently afford it.
Paterson reports December 21 that William Clover, son of Mrs. Mike Clover, died in an incident described as a grave loss to the Clover family. Details are sparse but the notice notes the bereavement of the Clover household.
Judge E A Armstrong ruled that innkeepers in Camden county may not serve liquor to guests on Sundays though lodging and entertainment for travelers remain allowed. The decision follows Barthman’s hotel license being granted with the caveat that liquor sales are not permitted on Sundays.
Detective Edward Pettit extradited Edwards from Philadelphia to Atlantic City. Edwards allegedly looted the Hotel Clarendon on South Virginia Avenue last month, fleeing after being spotted by a policeman. He was captured a week later by Pettit near Fort Washington and will face two or three grave charges in the spring term.
A mix of brief items reports incidents in Bridgeton and Cedarville. A house fire at Cedarville caused damage before containment. other notes include local elections, a canal voyage into New York, a fatal head injury in Trenton, and various civic affairs.
In Trenton on December 21 Jennie Griffith, 13, daughter of Thomas Griffith, confronted a thief in her empty home near Greenwood Cemetery. She grabbed her father's revolver, recovered some stolen silver plate, but the intruder escaped after striking her. She pursued the man and saved the small cash taken.
Gloucester City December 21 Mr and Mrs Wm Black who wed a week ago hosted about 300 guests from Philadelphia Camden and Gloucester City at Luker's Hall The kitchen fire at the bride’s mother Mrs Francis P Kenneys home 168 South Burlington Street started around 2 am causing smoke as Frances 12 years old woke in her room The arriving guests alerted by Chief of Police Marple fought the blaze with water buckets saving the girl and extinguishing the fire The kitchen and many wedding gifts were ruined with a total loss of 1000 covered by insurance.
Woodbury December 21 The Board of Education decided not to grant a full week vacation for pupils and teachers during the holidays as in prior years. Schools return to routine after three weeks absent due to the diphtheria scare. Christmas and New Year’s Day will be holidays, though some students favored a strike for the week. Parents support the board’s stance.
City solicited easement deeds from owners of over half the ocean front between Jackson avenue and the Inlet, placing the beach under municipal control as if purchased. The move promises city ownership of the entire beach front as a park, with few properties needing condemnation, securing Atlantic City’s premier attraction for the future.
John Hart Brewer former congressman from 1881 to 1885 and Deputy Appraiser of the Port of New York died at his Trenton home after a month of illness. A pottery manufacturer by trade he helped shape tariff policy with President McKinley and was 56 at death leaving a wife. Funeral set for 11:30.
Telegram report says Atlantic City endured the heaviest December snowfall in years with snow piling up across streets and sidewalks. Local officials urged caution as travel became difficult and residents prepared for wintry conditions.
Bridgeton December 21 reports a cooperative plant will be built in or near the city with strong indications of near term construction and local economic impact.
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