Cameron County Press from Emporium, Pennsylvania • Page 1

THE CAMERON COUNTY PHESS. ESTABLISHED BY C. B. GOULD, MARCH, 1866. V0L.44 MORE ABOUT THREE TRACK SYSTEM FROM HARRISBURG TO DRIFTWOOD Activity at Northumberland of the Pennsy and D.

L. W. Railroad Means much for the P. and E. Div- To increase Both Passenger and Freight Service.

Monday's Expreus. In addition to tne extensive improvements at tbe Pennsylvania railroad ygfdy tit Northumberland, tbe Delaware, Lackawana and Western railroad are preparing to build four more acres of track for their important freight terminal at that point. Steam shovels have arrived and the work of i filling in the old canal bed along the Nortn Branch of the Susquehanna river will be begun at once. Tbe railroad activity at Northumberland is significant. There is nothing ocally at that place to call for ailroad extension, and the vast imrovement rnede by the Pennsylvania and the extension now under way by tbe D.

L. W. would indicate that i preparations were already being made to meet the increased demands of tbe latter loads for its Northumberland terminal in tlie event third tracking of the Philadelphia and Erie division of the Pennsylvania lrom Rockviile to Driftwood. As was published exclusively in this paper at the time of the directors meeting of the Pennsy at Philadelphia recently, when it was decided to ask for a additional stock issue. It is proposed to build a third track system on the P.

E. division. At that time it was understood the improvements would extend from Rockviile, a short distance west of Harris- burg to lienovo. Our informant who has since emphatically confirmed the statements made at that time, says the third track will be run through to Driftwood. Railroad operations in Wastern Pennsylvania all point to the same desired connections with the Susquehanna Valley road and ultimately with the P.

E. so that freight may be taken around Pittsburg for the west. This has long been the cherished dreamof the Pennsy officials, and at present everything indicates its final realization. It is not only a pet project but a real necessity that can no longer be ignored. Everyone realizes the immensity of the increased traffic on the P.

E. branch of the road and the consequent strain on the facilities for handling the same. When the first two Buff alo flyers were put on between Philadelphia and via Emporium at the time of the Buffalo Exposition it was merely an experiment. Just how successful that experiment has proven can be attested to by the extension of the Philadelphia to Buffalo service. The freight business over this route is not so noticeable to the general public as the passenger traffic, but it has increased in proportion.

It is also said that the coming summer schedule will provide for two additional flyers on this route. The extension of the I). W. will only add to the congestion of the P. as the Northumberland terminal of the road is a contributing rather than a distributing point lor the P.

E. The officials at Williamsport have not confirmed the report. Neither will they, until the statemeut is officially given out at the Broad street station headquarters by President McCrea. Nevertheless we are willing to reiterate the statement that the three track ay stent will be installed by the P. E.

division of the Pennsylvania! railroad between Rockviile and Driftwood. Along the Mohawk. Along the Mohawk, the New York Dramatii' Sensation, which comes to the Emporium Oj.ern House, one night only, Monday, January 30th, conns witha reputation that hard to with any production as it has record runs in all larger throughout the country and is highly endomd by both press ami public. The Joe Crugell the producers of this drama are also the prodllt I of SUetl Well Itllowil as "Tin Little Church Around the "Triumph ol Heaty" ami a uuuilwr ot other great New York This company carries all their own special nennery, mechanical aud electrical RwU and their uttl big bestra giving it the same surround lug It bad during Its long ruus in Ihe larger Hooiim lot Kent. KarntshiMl rooms, aiugla or ii Mm.

Heilt lUukeit, over Em portUM Pool Old Time Friends. Ye editor was pleased to meet, on Monday aud Tuesday, two old time friends-Sam B. Palmer, of Stroudsburg, and A. B. Rowley, of Cuba, N.

Many of our readers will remember Mr. Palmer erected several county bridges in this county mauy years ago and are as good today as they were twenty-five years ago. Mr. Palmer is engaged in the manufacturing business at Scranton and stopped here to see old time friends, all of whom where pleased to meet him. Mr.

Palmer is father of Congressman Palmer and is very proud of his son He may well be for the Congressman is conceded to be the leading Democratic member from the Keystone State. We remember him well when he was a very young as bright as a gold dollar. A. B. Rowley, of Cuba, N.

representing Beach, Newel Neill, of New York, called on the trade here on Tuesday. Mr. Rowley years ago resided at Eld red and was one of that town's most popular merchants. He looked just as good to us as he did thirty years ago. Old friends revive many pleasant re-collections aud ol'ten sad remembrances.

Has Recovered. Mr. Leonard Evans of Sheffield, formerly of this place, has so tar recovered from his recent injury that he has resumed his occupation. On the 22d of December last, Mr. Evans was engaged in placing a set screw in a machine at the mill of the Central Pennsylvania Lumber at Sheffield and by mistake the machine was started.

In order to save his life. Mr. Evans took hold of a beam near one of the saws audit severed the nerves in his wrist. It was thought at first that he would lose the entire use of his hand, but the only inconvenience will be that one finger will always be stiff, Mr Evans has resumed his work as repairman in the mill. His many friends at this place will be pleased to hear that the injury was not more severe.

The Teachers' Training Class. Hereafter the Teachers' Training Class will meet every Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock, in the Primary Room of the Parish house of Emmanuel Church. In order to meet the requirements for a Front Line Sunday School each school must have at least two scholars in the Teachers' Training Class who are willing to take the examinations. But all persons are welcome to come although they do not ike the examina: tions. The two classes will be combined and study the same lesson.

Brush the Magician. On Thursday evening, February 2nd, the people of Emporium and vicinity will have the pleasure of seeing Brush the Magician at the opera house. This entertainment will be the fourth of the list given by the Christian Endeavors of the Presbyterian and Baptist Churches. Tickets are now on sale, adults 30 cents and children under twelve years of age, at half price. Take the youngsters to see Brush.

They will enjoy his with the animals. Don't forget the date, Feb. 3nd. Scholars Wanted. Mrs.

S. B. Kaekeunieister, who has chargo of the musical department of the Emporium High school, has room for a few pupils in her Saturday class. Instruction also given in drawing and water color painting. Apply for terms These leasone are given on Saturdays, yat a few private lessons can hearrange lor.

MLTRT S. Is. KKNMKTSTKH AO-'it Energetic Merchant, Eugene lleree, the wide-awake Port AI legally merchant, parsed a lew hours in Emporium, Unit Sunday, route to JohiiHonburg Mr. Here eis a pleasant gentleman and a linn lieliever in ink. We note with pleasure enterprising nyitoui ofadver Using.

bake Sale. The Junior Choir ot Emmanuel Church will huld a bake naiu uu Nutur day afternoon iu the rear room of the iiooa. Hread, pies, lit will be ou The eeda will be lor the benefit of the Juulor ('ltuir. (loud mild nullum itib- Isa "Liberty and Union, One and Inseparable." EMPORIUM, THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 1911. DEATH'S DOINGS.

DOLL. SAMUEL DOLL, one of the oldest citizens of Cameron county, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. D. B. Morton at Sizer Run, last Friday at the advanced age of 89 years.

Deceased was born at Stroudsburg, Dec. 30th 1821 and was therefore 89 years and 21 days old. In the year 1871, Mr. Doll, with his family, removed to Emporium, where he has since made bis home. Deceased was the father of ten children, one of whom with his faithful wife preceded him to the great beyond, several years ago.

The nine surviving children are Sylvester of Cleveland, Ohio; Mrs. Malinda Brock and George of Dushore, John of Abberdeen, Amandus and Mrs. Sarah Morton, Slzerville, Mrs. Emma Evans, Sheffield, Mrs. Angeline Bardwell, of Newfleld, N.

and Mrs. Catherine Murray, of Emporium. Mr. Doll was truly a grand old man, a gentleman of the old school and had many friends, especially among the children with whom he always made friends. He spent a most active life, coming to this part of the state, when it was little more than a wilderness, in fact county was only six years old when he moved here.

The end came peacefully to this aged person and the children grand children and great-grand children can point with pride to his record and he went to his last resting place greatly honored. The funeral took place at the home of his daughter, Mrs. D. Morton, last Sunday afternoon at one o'clock and services were conducted by the Rev. M.

L. Tate, Rector of Emmanuel Episcopal church of this place. A male quartette composed of Messrs. Arthur R. Catlin, Allan Randolph.

R. Howard Edgar and W. Scott Sterner, with Mrs. E. Mead Fioyd presiding at the piano, rendered two selections "Abide with Me'' at the opening of tlie services aud "Asleep iu in Jesus" at the close.

During the the services Mr. Edgar sang "Face to Face" and and Mr. Sterner sang "Lead Kindly Light." interment was made in the Newton cemetery beside the remaius of his wife. The casket bearers were: Messrs. W.

R. Sizer, W. A. Sprung, Henry Robinson, Charles Weller, F. X.

Blumle, Adam Market and Adam Nickler. Mr. Bernard Egan was the funeral director. BPANULER. The people of Driftwood, and in fact mauy residents in all parts of tlie county, were shocked and greatly grieved to hear of the sudden death of Mrs.

Dorcey Spangler of Philadelphia, nee Miss Bibianna Sullivan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Sullivan of Driftwood. This sad death occurred at her home at Philadelphia last Friday evening and the remains arrived at Driftwood last Sunday afternoon on the flyer and were taken to the home jof her heart-brokeu praents, who awaited in sadness their dear one. Deceased gave birtli to twins, a girl and a boy, last Wedensday and never rallied The little son also died and was buried in the arms of his mother.

Mr. and Mrs Spangler would have been married just four years this coming June, their wedded life having been one continual honey-moon aud this awful shock is a severe blow to the young husband. Mrs. Spangler was only 22 years of age. The baby girl is being cared for by the parents of Mr.

Spauglar. The funeral took place on Monday morning at Driftwood from St. James' Roman Catholic Solemn High Mass being celebrated by 1 the Kev. Father McAvenue, Rector of 1 the church. In his sermon he paid a I most beautiful tribute to the departed.

The floral offerings were beautiful. Casket bearers were selected from her former friends at Driftwood. C. W. of this place bad charge of the funeral.

Misses Julia aud Kathryu Hoguu, Carolyn aud Elizabeth Lech tier and Kathryu Orr of this place attended the funeral. Mrs Spangler had many trieuds throughout the county, having been a teacher In the public schools for two or three years and the many friends of the deceased are bowed down in sorrow. The death ia a severe loss to her devoted husband, her kind parents and brothers and sisters aud the Intreavetl oues must put their laitb 111 tbe All Wise Heavenly Father, who doeth all things tor the heel. The extends its aympathy to the tiereaved family and friends. To the Atticti-d.

Dr. C. A. Itarrou, ol W'dhaiusport, Pit will Imi at the My Hotel, Emporium on Monday, Jau totb. CoiiMulta tloa at the hotel.

DUM ol the eye, Hon. S. R. Dresser Died This Morning. Former Congressman and Prominent Manufacturer, Passes Away After Long Illness of a Useful Career.

Friday's Bradford Star. Hon. Solomon Robert Dresser died at 8:25 this morning at his home No. 149 Jackson avenue. Mr.

Dresser had been ill during a period of four years. His disability resulted largely from SfTr THE LATE HON. 8. R. DRESSER.

over-work aud although everything possible was done to restore his health, all efforts were unavailable. Mr. Dresser enjoyed his usual drive i yesterday afternoon and passed the I night as usual. The end came sudden- ly and painlessly this morning. Mr.

Dresser was one of Bradford's prominent and influential citizens. A man of whom thecitv felt proud and his loss will be generally regretted in the community. Mr. Dresser was born in Litchfield, Hillsdale county, Feb. 1, 1542.

i He received a common school educa- tion, and attended Hillsdale college; tie conducted the Dresser farm with his father until when the oil development of West Virginia began to attract attention and companies i were formed for oii operations. In one of these he took stock and soon became its manager and continued in tbat capacity until 1872, when lie came 1 to Pennsylvania to engage in the pro- duction of oil and gas. Here lie gained the practical experience which, combined with his inventive genius, placed his name foremost among the men of brains whose business energy invented and developed the machinery 1 and appliances used in the oil and gas industry. Among his inventions are a packer for oil and gas wells which lias taken the lead from the first day it 1 was placed on the market; a rubber I i pipe coupling, which by providing for contraction and expansion makes a perfectly tight joint; and insulated pipe coupling which prevents the destruc- tion of water and gas pipes by elect- i rolysis. He was a large employer of labor and never had a strike or trouble i with his employees.

He was elected to the 58th congress and re-elected to the 59th congress, receiving 18,281 votes to 9,559 for C. W. Shaffer, democrat; 2,407 for S. C. Watts, prohibitionist and 433 for J.

1) Blair, socialist. Mr. Dresser alter becoming an oil producer in the Butler county lie Id came to Bradford in 1878. The Mc- Keau county field at that time offered excelleut advantages to men of his ac- I tive calibre and he soon acquired a pro; duction. In 1880 he invented a packer for oil and gas wells that at once be-1 came an itulispensible article, iu the I completion of Mowing oil wells.

He began its manufacture in a shop in Pat- I ent alley and speedily built up a crative business. At that time there i was crying need of a coupling for gas i would a'low expansion ami contraction of large sized pipe and also withstand high pressure. Immense possibilities were seen in the business of producing and marketing gas, pro vided lines could laid of sufficient 1 size and resisting power. Mr. Dresser conceived the idea of an expansion coupling and after several yeHrs of diligent effort and exhaustive incut, he placed on the maket a coupling which has since been used in all ol the gun produeing fields of the I'nl ted States and Canada.

Large ship meiilM of the couplings have also been vxported to other countries ami the name of Dreeae? had becona not id throughout the oil aud gas producing region A. As buoiiienn eonliuued to increase Mr Dreaaar the necessity of eu 1 trging bis facilities fur the manufat lure of packers, couplings aud other oil well MUpplira and arranged for eu-1 larged quarUtrs, He built a large bru factory building in the Sixth ward; a store house in Patent alley and a handsome brick office building on Boylston street. A large number of men have been employed for 20 years in the Dresser industries. Before his death, Mr. Dresser erected a palatial home on Jackson avenue, which is the admiration of all beholders.

It is said to be the most magnificent residence in northwestern Pennsylvania. The death of Mr. Dreeser is a severe loss to the community in which he lived. He at all times public spirited and incessantly sought for means to improve the conditions of Bradford. Many times he bad been offered inducements to move bis manufacturing plant to other cities, but always firmly refused to consider such overtures.

His interest in Bradford was of the substantial kind and a portion ot his large fortune was always available in cases where Bradford's interest was concerned. He was the type of man whom any city could ill afford to lose. Mr. Dresser was an ardent republican and always took a deep and active interest in politics. His career as a congressman was an able and honorable one.

Congressman Dresser's death is deeply deplored by his very many Cameron county friends, who always kept a warm spot in their hearts for him. Our sympathy goes out to his devoted wife and children, whose hospitality many of us have enjoyed, both in his palatial residence at Bradford, as well as Washington. It was Solomon R. Dresser who made it possible far Hon. C.

F. Barclay to secure tbe Republican nomination for Congress. Letter From Almeron Chapman. Our old friend and former citizen, Almeron Chapman, writes the PRESS from Spokane, as follows: "I enclose you a slip cut from yesterday's Spokake Chronicle, concerning Robert Lightner, formerly of Sinnamahoning. I have no further particulars, except what is contained in the following: Prince Rupert, B.

Jan. M. Lightner, of Soap Lake, and B. M. Pendry, of Victoria, perished of the cold while crossing the glacier at the head of Bear river several days ago, according to information received here.

Charles Gordon, who was with them, was severely frost-bitten, but managed to reach Stewart, where he is being cared for. The people of Spokane are tremendously excited over the assassination ol Ex-Chief of Police Capt. John Sullivan, who was shot Thursday evening last and died yesterday. All of the police and detective force of the city and surrounding towns are out gunning for an ex-convict, who shot Sullivan once before, about twelve years ago, is suspicioned. Henry Husted, of your city, was in the city yesterday, going to Seattle." Ross.

Last evening (Wednesday) at eight o'clock a very pretty home wedding was solemnized at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Bennnet Leutze, West Second street, when their second daughter, Miss Emma became the wife of Mr. Leo W. Ross.

The bridal party enter- ed the parlor in the following order to I the t-trains of Mendelssohn's Wedding March, rendered on the piano by Mrs. E. Mead Floyd, organist in Emmanuel Episcopal Church, the Rev. M. L.

Tate, Rector ot Emmanuel Episcopal Church, the groom accompanied by the grooms- man, Mr. Charles E. I). Leutze, brother of the bride, Miss Anna Tell, of St. Marys, as maid of honor, followed by the bride, leaning oil the arm of her father, who gave her in marriage.

The marriage mony was perform- I ed before an embankment of ferns and palms, the very impressive ring ser- 1 vice of the Episcopal Church being used. Immediately following the ceremon the happy couple received tbe congratulations of their friends. The bride was very becomingly gowned iu white point Es-Brit aud carried white carnations. The maid of honor was attired in lavender voil over lavender silk and carried a bouquet of red carnations. The groom aud his attendant wore the conventional black.

A luncheon was served. The parlor was beautifully decorated for tbe occasion, tluj w'ork being done by Mr) Howard Hutchison. Mrs has lived iu Emporium several years, and has mauy friends, with whom the is very popular. Mr. Koaa well aud favorably known, having lived iu and around Emporium all bin life.

He is a valued employ eu at the dul'ont Powder Mauulei'lurlug plint. They will tuke up house keeping at the boms of the groom's mother, East Fourth Ml reel. Tbe DX'P its liaert 11-M congrat ulat alio wlahea for a happy life. TERMS: 1N ADVANCE. THE WEATHER.

FRIDAY, Rain or Snow. SATURDAY, Colli Wave. SUNDAY, Fair. ASSETS First National Bank, EMPORIUM. PA.

At the close of business, Jan. '25, 1911. $923,654.16. KEEP YOUR MONEY WORKING. A saving account in this Bank keeps your money always working.

No money comes easier than interest money, once you have made a start. It does not require a large amount to be" gin with, and there is no vacation period. It keeps right on working for you, Day and Night, Sundays and Holidays. Make a deposit of whatever you can spare, add to it whenever possible, and in time your success is assured. SI.OO Starts an Account.

3o INTEREST PAID ON SAVINd BOOK ACCOUNTS AND CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT. DR. LEON REX FELT, DENTIST. Rockwell Block, Emporium, Pa, DR. H.

W. MITCHELL, DENTIST, Office over A. F. Vogt's Shoe Store Emporium, Pa 12y I Emporium Opera House ONE NIGHT Monday, January 30th, 1910 ALOM(E TEE STOMA WK New York Dramatic Suceeas All Special Scenery. Metropolitan Cast.

Mechanical and Electrical Effects Own Big Orchestra. Prices 25c; 35c 50c and 75c. Reserved seats now on sale at H. S. L'oyd's.

Notice to the People ot Emporium Borough. The following rules of the Board of Health will he enforced in the future and the people should not forget that when notice is served on them it meanp exactly what it says: person will be allowed to keep pigs within the Borough limits. must be kept in tight receptacles and must be screened from flies. Garbage must be removed at least once a month. manure must be boxed and screened from flies.

Not more than two loads can be accummulated on the premises at one time. privy vaults will be allowed where sewer is accessible. C'iosets and sinks must be connected with sewer and hhve water flushes. This closet regulation will be enforced Ist. houses and yards must be kept clean and lime must be used at least once a week.

By order of BOARD OF HEALTH. Jan. 25th, 1911. Pianos. The W.

J. Frederick Music Company, of Wiiliamsport announce that they have for sale an elegant line of pianos. Twenty-five makes to select from, among these are the Chickering, Knabe, Hardman, Strich and Xeidler also the Estey and many others. For further information address Mr Thomas J. White, 187, Centre Street, St.

Marys, Pa. n-UMt. Will Exchange or Sell. A good size safe, in perfect condition Will exchange for a good cow or will sell cheap. Apply at Cook Farm, or address Mrs.

M. Rice, Emporium, Pa For Sale. Two dreasers, two white iron two springs and twu mattresses, ull iu perfect condition. Apply to Mrs. A.

Rockwell, Emporium, Pa. Fur Sale. Horse, buggy ami harrem for Apply Io VauWYrt Pa. Hay fur Sale. First clats IIHIIMI I sale at Cook (arm.

Price, fSM.UO pi ten. Good Piano tor Sale. A Kradbury Piano In good condition Apply PlUfet office 11 tf. "Havana Uibboii" vtili pluaat you. if.

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