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Newspaper
The Semi Weekly Item
Location
Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1900
Page
3
A lengthy notice criticizes constables for biased road reports from Mt. Carmel and Mt. Carmel Township. It argues road taxes fund muddy, hole ridden paths and blames officials, horsemen, and even laborers for poor maintenance and misreporting. It urges accountability under new Assembly law and calls for action by road supervisors.
In three to four weeks THE Item will house the county's best printing office and the largest regional plant. The second floor of the Post Office addition will be occupied, with new machinery and types soon after space is available. The first floor will be used by Postmaster Williams to handle increased postal business.
Pierpont Morgan voiced strong enthusiasm for the anthracite coal region saying Lehigh Valley Coal Co could endure 125 years with better management. He noted consolidation and improved mining methods, fewer breakers and officials, and a phased organizational change shaping long term stability.
In the Methodist Episcopal church tomorrow Rev. W. A. Houck will deliver his final sermons before joining the annual Hazleton conference next week. The services mark the close of one of the church’s most successful years, and the community hopes for his return for another year.
The Methodist church bishops call for a national week of fasting and prayer starting March 26 to deepen spiritual life. The address appeals for increased church fervor and envisions millions joining in penitence at the altars.
A Scranton group sunk a 45 foot shaft on land owned by Silver Spring Quarry Company behind Almedian and found a lead and zinc ore vein of likely great value. An earlier shaft on the site was opened about thirty years ago but later abandoned. The modern plant includes steam pumps and hoisting engines and work is continuous under the supervision of S. R. Boone of Almedia, who has California mining experience. Output is anticipated to exceed expectations and benefit Columbia County.
In May 1898 the Mt. Carmel effort to contest a new county assessment raised 50.50 for legal help. Only 9.22 was spent while achieving a two thirds reduction. The remaining 41.25, held by Treasurer Kelsey John, was voted Wednesday to transfer to Goldschmidt for use by the local board of trade.
At the annual society meeting of the Primitive Methodist church Rev. Samuel Cooper was the sole nominee and was unanimously chosen for the coming year. Cooper has served two years and his ministry has been highly satisfactory, with confirmation of his return.
The Columbia county commissioners report low funds and order collectors with pre 1899 duplicates to settle within thirty days or face legal action. The Bloomsburg collector for 1899, in arrears around $3000, is required to make arrangements for settlement.
David Evans formerly of Carmel now residing in Circleville Ohio returns home for a short visit after over five years. He served in the Fourth Ohio during the Spanish American War and saw active duty in Porto Rico with several engagements. Neighbors extend a warm welcome.
Businesspeople are cautioned to inspect all coins as counterfeit 1891 silver dollars slip into commerce. The fake coins appear nearly perfect with smoother surfaces and edge markings that differ. they can be detected by touch or by the faint ring when dropped on a solid surface.
Over fifty Mt Carmel wheelmen gathered at the Samuel building to urge Side Path Commissioners to begin the bicycle path in 1900 from Mt Carmel. A drafting committee led by H M McWilliams and others prepared resolutions asking the start point be Mt Carmel and funds be recognized. George N Lord, William Schnee and William Straub were tasked with securing signatures for a new bicycle club and reporting next.
The Mahanoy City Record urges miners to hire top legal talent to draft enduring anthracite reform bills. It argues bipartisan support, labor unity, and candidate pledges are essential to overcome court hurdles and secure lasting improvements beyond temporary strikes.
Mrs. Jane Anthony spent a few days in Wilkes Barre this week. Mrs. Richard Irvin left for Philadelphia to attend a brother's birthday anniversary. Dr. R. W. Montellus went to Philadelphia on important business. Mrs. Harry Hinkley of Tamaqua visits her sister on West Avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Peter A. Stief return from a honeymoon in Philadelphia and southern points. A. J. Stief visited Philadelphia to refresh Spring stock at the Mammoth. Miss Sadie Goldschmidt returned from four weeks in Washington D C with friends.
The Central Pennsylvania lay electoral conference of the Methodist Episcopal church will meet at Hazleton on March 16. At this conference two regular and four provisional delegates will be elected to the general conference meeting in Chicago in May. Prominent nominees include Prof. J. M. Black and Herbert T. Ames of Williamsport, Thomas Murray of Clearfield, John R. Rote of Danville, Price Spear of Chambersburg, W. Les Woodcock of Altoona, and F. P. Llewellyn of Shamokin.
Mt. Carmel Commandery No. 22 installed its officers on March 6 for the new term. Key posts included Sir Knight Commander Jefferson Shipman Generalissimo W L Dean Captain General Thos G Powell Prelate A M Sweipert Recorder M P Littlehales Assistant Recorder J S Miller Treasurer E W Samuels Senior Warden William Haas Junior Warden Samuel Owens Standard Bearer Charles Teague Sword Bearer G M Wagner Warden Lewis Carl Sentinel Peter Kauffman Trust Guard Samuel Wilkinson Second Guard Thomas Evert Trustees G M Wagner Lewis Carl and D F Lewis Representative to Grand Commandery A M Sweigert.
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