Hoke Smith Granted Night Conductor Post on Natalie Train
Hoke Smith of Gordon has assumed the night conductor position on the Natalie train. An veteran railroad man he is expected to fill the role creditably. "Mother" Jones has left the region for Virginia to organize miners there. Pottsville weighs a civic day to honor Schuylkill county soldiers from Mexican Civil and Spanish wars. Thirty six miners escaped death in Nay Aug mine cave in Dunmore after four hours entrapment. An Ashley Maxwell mine gas explosion injured six men and caused damage. Local expressmen report busier days with holiday goods arrivals. Hazelton seeks a religious census. Rail strike losses cited at 10 million in gross earnings and 5 million in profits. Buck Mountain inquiry verdict blames Mine Inspector Stein and Mill Creek officials for faulty air flow. Druggist Robert W. Taylor released on bond after months jail on murder and poisoning charges. case set for next Criminal Court term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert W. Taylor
Mahanoy City
Elsie Meyer
Anna Taylor
Reading
Mass meeting forms drive to curb liquor licenses
A mass meeting of business leaders clergy and professionals gathered in Pottsville Wednesday to organize an effort to reduce the 1 100 licensed liquor places in Schuylkill County. William Wilhelm was named president and John G Smith secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pottsville
Schuylkill County
William Wilhelm
Pottsvile
John G. Smith
Eleventh Annual Convention of Pa School Superintendents
The eleventh annual convention of the City and Borough Superintendents of Pennsylvania will be held in Harrisburg on February 12 and 13, 1901. George John, chosen manager of the Mt. Carmel Water Co's new dam between here and Centralia, has moved his household goods there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City and Borough Superintendents of
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
George John
Mt. Carmel
Hunting Season Closes on the Fifteenth
The hunting season ends on the fifteenth of this month. Wildlife officials remind hunters to observe limits and support conservation efforts during closing activities.
Superior Court Sets December 10 Hearing Dates
The Superior Court fixed December 10 as the hearing day for the Shamokin conspiracy cases. Bloomsburg Normal School students will make their annual Washington visit on Monday December 17 and return the following Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snperior Court
Shamokin
Bloomsburg Normal School
Washington, D. C
Coal fall Claims Two Miners at Luke Fiddler Mine
Paul Prebala and Frank Andrews died Wednesday night when a coal fall collapsed a breast at the Luke Fiddler mine near Shamokin. The accident halted work and prompted an investigation by local authorities.
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Paul Prebala
Frank Andrews
Luke Fiddler
Shamokin
Pennsylvania towns over two thousand in population list
The latest census list names Pennsylvania towns with populations between 2 000 and 25 000. Shamokin has 18 202 residents Mt Carmel 18 176 Sunbury 9 510 Milton 6 175 and Northumberland 2 748 are shown in the county town compilation.
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Pennsylvania
Shamokin
Mt. Carmel
Sunbury
Milton
Northumberland
Federation Labor Meeting Enlists All Trade Workers
The American Federation of Labor holds weekly Monday evening meetings at 7 30 inviting all trade workers to join.
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Federation Labor
American Federation of Labor
Personal notes from Danville social column
Duncan Campbell, esteemed Danville citizen, visits daughter Mrs. O. P. Fox with Mrs. Mark Cross of Sunbury. Carmel visitor Thursday greets former acquaintances. YT. J. Foley, a Quaker boniface, spent Wednesday with brother-in-law W. J. Dooley. George Cope and Samuel Deitrich left for Herndon to hunt game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Cross
Sunbury
Carmel
J. Foley
Boniface
W.J. Dooley
George Cope
Samuel Deitrich
Herndon
Local Lawyer Frank Strauss Admitted to Northumberland Bar
Tuesday evening court suspended briefly as Attorney W W Ryan moved to admit Frank Strauss to membership in the Northumberland County Bar. Strauss was sworn in by Prothonotary James A McCarthy, a Dickinson School of Law graduate with honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Ryan
Frank Strauss
Northumberland
Free Speech Vindicated in Wanamaker Suit Termination
The $25,000 slander suit by ex State Printer Robinson against John Wanamaker ended after Judge Wilson granted non-suit. The ruling hinges on Pennsylvania law protecting public criticism of officials that does not allege malice. The decision upholds free discussion of public matters and praises Judge Wilson for reversing earlier stance.
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Robinson
John Wanamaker
Dauphin County
Wanamaker
Wilson
Pennsylvania
Beaver County
Moonshine and tall tales from Sullivan County
A Dushore Review editor ridicules a geologist tale about a feathered bull frog seen along the Big Loyalsock. The humor mocks romantic explorers near the South Pole and cautions readers about prizing appearances, with wry general observations on women and minds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newell
Dushore Review
Sullivan County
Loyalsock
World’s End
Humane Socety
Elks Lease Scott Building on South Oak Street
The local B P O Elks leased the Scott building on South Oak street and will occupy five upper rooms. George H. Cope will run a restaurant on the ground floor. They plan to dedicate the new home on Christmas Day and expect to purchase the property later.
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B. P.O. Elks
Scott
South Oak Street
George H. Cope
The
Elks
Dr Wagner to Wed Mexico Physician to Wed DC Social Scoop
Former townsperson Dr Robert Wagner of Chihuahua Mexico will marry the daughter of Col Alex R Shepherd in Washington DC next Thursday. The bride is the daughter of a Civil War era military governor of the District of Columbia and the groom is noted as one of Mexico's prosperous physicians.
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Dr. Wagner
Robert Wagner
Chihuahua
Mexico
Washington D. C
Col
Alex R. Shephard
District of Columbia
Wagner
Centennial Trip Specials to Washington by Philadelphia and Reading
In celebration of the Centennial Establishment of the Seat of Government in the District of Columbia the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad offers round trip tickets to Washington at the lowest first class fare. Tickets are valid for outbound travel Tuesday December 11 and return allowed until Friday December 14 inclusive.
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Seat of
District of Columbia
Philadelphia & Reading MR Railway
Washington D. C
Engineer to Resign from Natalie Engine Yardmaster Post
Rumor says Engineer Wm Hartline will resign as engineer on the Natalie engine and return to yardmaster at Gordon. Engineer Yeager, operating a small luckys between No. 3 slope and the breaker, will take over the throttle now used by Hartline.
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Wm. Hartline
Gordon
Yeager
Hartline
Typographical Union Organizes in Shamokin
The Shamokin typographical union completed its permanent organization with 28 members. Elected officers include President George S. Brown Vice President E E Scott Secretary Edward Kear and Treasurer George Wiest. A three member by laws committee was chosen: J I Steel Jr William D Nields and W P Kembla.
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Shamokin
George S. Brown
Herald Office
E. E. Scott
Edward Kear
George Wiest
J. I. Steel, Jr
William D. Nields
W. P. Kembla
Mt. Carmel
Christmas Preparations Across Denominations
Churches gear up for Christmas day entertainments with elaborate concepts. Daily rehearsals involve young people practicing their allotted parts to ensure flawless performances. Believers anticipate these commemorations as the sincerest form of joy in witnessing the humble Saviors coming among men.
Cow mauls farmer while freeing apple from cow’s throat
Marcus Jetter, once of town now in Mahantonga Valley, tried to remove an apple stuck in a cow's throat. The cow bit his right arm so severely it must be amputated today. The animal remained passive until his arm was removed. Fetter nearly bled to death.
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Marcus Jetter
Town
Mahantonga Valley
Fetter
Rich Strike at Marion Heights Colliery Taps No 5 Vein
Officials at Marion Heights colliery celebrate a breakthrough as the No 5 vein, six feet thick and of fine coal, is tapped after months of tunnel work. The new vein is expected to yield a substantial coal supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Heights
Personally Conducted Tours Offered by the Pennsylvania Railroad
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company announces 1900 1901 personally conducted tours to California and Florida. California trip departs February 14 from New York Philadelphia Harrisburg and Pittsburgh aboard the Golden Gate Special across the continent. Florida offers Jacksonville tours departing February 2 19 and March 6 with two week stays. third tour returns by regular trains until May 31 1901. Tickets available at principal Pennsylvania Railroad points with detailed itineraries and rates from listed agents in Pittsburg Baltimore Washington and Philadelphia.
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Pennsylvania Railroad Company
California
New York
Philadelphia
Harrisburg
Pittsburg
Florida
Jacksonville
Pennsylvania Railroad
Thos
KE. Watt
Western District
B. Courlender, Jr
Baltimore
C. Studds
Southeastern
Washington
Gen. W. Boyd
Miners to Meet in Pottsville for 9th District Delegates
Aenall issued Tuesday for a December 20 Pottsville meeting of the 9th district Mine Worker's delegates to select representatives for the national convention in Indianapolis next month. The convention may consider a four day work week to curb coal surpluses if wage talks fail. President Fahy could not predict actions but noted steadier work could lead to higher earnings and another strike.
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Aenall
Pottsville
Indianapolis
Fahy
Boy with two thumbs surgically removed at doctor’s office
A two year old boy William Rancavich had a surplus thumb on his right hand since birth. Dr Le W. Hen Syl amputated the extra digit during a visit with Frank Rancavich. Both thumbs were well formed with the second slightly smaller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Rancavich
William
le Ww. Hensyl
Candidate for Justice of the Peace in Mt Carmel Borough
Public notice from Richarld Boelleke announcing candidacy for Justice of the Peace. He pledges to serve public interests honestly and respectfully.
William Amour Announces Run for Justice of the Peace
Justice of the Peace candidate William Amour announces his bid in Mt. Carmel Borough. He pledges to serve the public interests honestly subject to Republican nomination.
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Mt. Carmel
Nanl
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Virginia
Nay Aug
Dunmore
Maxwell
Lehigh and Wilkesbarre Coal Company
Ashley
Hazelton
Bissel
Buck Mountain
Stein
Mill Creek Company
Duncan Campbell
Danville
O. P. Fox
South Pole
Typographical Union
Greenough
Royal Baking Powder CO
Justice of the Peace
Grutau
Riclearkd Boelcke
William Amour
Ayer
R. P. Hatt & CO
Nashua
N. Hy
Ike Goldschmidt
Ke Solbchaldt Syme Clothier Tailor
Mr. Carmec Fa
North Oak Street
Z. C
Mt, Carmel, Penna
TOYS
China
Lord’s Novelty Store Rink
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