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Births, Marriages & Deaths From The Lehighton Press, 1898-1899

This is the fourth in a series of vital records extracted from the Lehighton Newpaper, The Lehighton Press. As my source I am using microfilm from The State Library of Pennsylvania.

Like the previous extracts, in extracting the births, marriages & deaths, I have not included the following types of items:1. Items that did not pertain to Carbon or the surrounding counties. I excluded anything westand south of Berks County, and south of Lehigh & Northampton Counties. I generally includedanything north of Carbon county.2. Estate notices.3. Murder trials.4. Coroner inquests when they are not part of the original death notice.

In extracting these records, I have copied items as completely and exactly as possible. Ihave not attempted to correct any spelling errors. If I felt a need to add any text, I did so inbrackets. Although most of the papers on microfilm were easy to read, there were some timeswhere the image quality made things difficult. Because of this, researchers are advised to consultthe original records.

Volume 12, Number 12, Friday, January 7, 1898

Week's News Condensed. A young daughter arrived at the home of Tabacconist John J. Kutz on Wednesday.

Week's News Condensed. George Wisler and Miss Laura Heilman were recently married at the residence of the bride's father, Nathan Heilman,, by Rev. J. H. Kuder. That their wedded life may be a happy one is the wish of their many friends.

Week's News Condensed. Thomas J. Seifer, a popular townsman, and Miss Minnie Peters, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Peters, were quietly wedded last Thursday evening at the residence of the bride on South First street, the Rev. E. H. Kistler performing the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Seifert have the best wishes of a host of friends for a happy journey through life.

Across The Rippling Lehigh – Rev. D. J. Reinold attended the funeral of a relative at Lititz this week.

Across The Rippling Lehigh – Howard, the four-year-old son of Wilson Oplinger, of Union Hill, died of diphtheria last Friday and was buried Sunday, Rev. Woehrle, officiating. Mrs. Oplinger and a daughter are confined to the house with the same ailment.

Keystone State News Condensed. A Lehigh Valley Railroad passenger train struck and instantly killed George Semmel, at Coplay.

Towamensing. Stephen Christman, who was staying with Aaron Searfass, died on Saturday

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morning after an illness of several years. The funeral was held on Tueslday morning in the Jerusalem church. Interment was made in the church grave yard. The deceased was aged 69 years, 7 months and 28 days. Rev. Moyer officiated.

Volume 12, Number 13, Friday, January 14, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Postmaster Clauss is receiving the congratulations of his many friends upon the safe arrival of a young daughter in his family.

Week's News Condensed. D. Irvin Olewine, whose illness with typhoid fever was noted in these columns last week, died at his home in Philadelphia last Thursday night, aged 34 years. A wife and three daughters are left to mourn for a kind husband and father. The remains were brought to this place Friday night and taken to the home of his mother on Bridge street, from whence the funeral took place on Monday afternoon. Rev. Thompson, of the M. E. Church, officiated. Gnaden Heutten Lodge, I. O. O. F. of which deceased was a member, attended the funeral in a body. Deceased was born and raised here and only removed to the city a few weeks ago. The news of his death was received with profound regret by his many friends and acquaintances, all of whom had a kind word for him.

Purely Personal. Phillip Miller attended the funeral of his uncle, Mr. Stein at Hazleton on Tuesday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Mertz attended the funeral of the former's sister at Birdsboro on Monday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. C. Furtwangler, Daniel Heberling and Wm. Seaboldt attended the funeral of Station Agent Weiss at the county seat on Wednesday.

Across The Rippling Lehigh – Miss Emma, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Leikel, of North Weissport, was married to Rudolph Maekeffer, of Allentown, by Rev. Erb at Slatington on Saturday afternoon.

Across The Rippling Lehigh – Miss Hattie Green, aged 23 years, died Wednesday night at the home of her mother, Mrs. Joseph Green, in East Weissport, after an illness of several weeks with typhoid fever. The funeral will take place Monday afternoon at two o'clock.

Across The Rippling Lehigh – A very pleasant surprise party was tendered Harry Christman on Wednesday evening at the home of his parents, in honor of his 15th birthday. The evening was spent in playing games, etc., and at a late hour all adjourned to their homes well pleased with the evening's entertainment. Those present were: Misses Hannah Traub and Vinnie Wolford, of Weissport; Katie Zern, Belle Clauss, Edith Snyder, Mable Mallery, Cynthia Marshal and Messrs. Ray Snyder, Roy Kramer, Harry German, Lehighton, and Ed. Rex.

Big Creek. Mrs. Grant Tobias gave birth to a baby boy on Wednesday.

Throughout The Valley. Three Hungarians were killed in a cave in at Slatington on Saturday

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afternoon.

Throughout The Valley. Mrs. Emaline Polk, one of Mauch Chunk's wealthy and respected ladies died at that place on Wednesday morning.

Throughout The Valley. Chas. A. Weiss, the widely known ticket agent for the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company at Mauch Chunk died Sunday night at his home at that place. He was a gentleman in every respect.

Parryville. Harry Bamford is the father of a brand new baby boy.

Normal Square. Dr. W. C. Sittler is the proud father of a bouncing baby boy.

Normal Square. Charles Snyder and Miss Kate Fenstermacher both of Mahoning Valley were married on Sunday by Rev. A. Bartholomew, of Lehighton.

Bowmanstown. Washington Holtzer, of Fireline, was at Rockport on Monday. His mother who resided at that place died Saturday.

Nis Hollow. Clement Dreher is happy over the safe arrival of a bright young son.

Kepners. Abraham Neumaker attended the funeral of his grandson, at Wilkes Barre, on Monday.

Kepners. Miss Kate Schock who died suddenly last Thursday was buried on Wednesday in Zion's cemetery, West Penn.

Volume 12, Number 14, Friday, January 21, 1898

Week's News Condensed. An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Snyder died on Saturday.

Across The Rippline Lehigh. The funeral of Miss Hattie Green took place on Monday afternoon, Rev. Krick officiating. A large concourse of people attended the last sad rites.

Keystone State News Condensed. D. C. Beckwith, a well-known physician of Scranton, died suddenly at 10:30 o'clock Saturday night at the home of a patient in the Bellevue district. He was attending a patient when he fell forward to the floor and expired, death being caused by apoplexy. Deceased was 32 years of age and came to this city about five years ago from Oscend, N. C.

Keystone State News Condensed. Mrs. Frank Youshofski, of Nanticoke, died suddenly last week. She was insured for a large amount of money. Her sister alleges that the woman was poisoned, and the body will be disinterred and an investigation made.

Keystone State News Condensed. The body of an unknown middle-aged man was found on a burning culm pile at Plymouth Monday. He had made a bed for himself by burrowing a hole in

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the dirt bank and was then slowly suffocated.

Throughout The Valley. Herman Peters, a farmer in East Penn township, died on Saturday afternoon, aged 57 years. He had been ill for a long time from sicknesses that he contracted in the army, of which he was one of the first to enlist. Mr. Peters is survived by his wife, two sons and two daughters, all grown. The funeral was held on Thursday morning, interment being made in East Penn.

Parryville. Nathaniel Green is the proud father of a bright little baby girl and Cornelius Beer is equally happy of the arrival of a young son.

Parryville. Mrs. Dildine Snyder was tendered a delightful party on Sunday the occasion being her 60th birthday anniversary. A joyous time was had by all present. A sumptuous dinner was also served. Those present were: Robert Rinker and family, Harry Pettit and family, Theo. Pettit and family, Mrs. Sarah Rinker, Mrs. B. F. Rinker and children, Mrs. C. J. Mantz and children and Mrs. Ella Rinker and children.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. H. M. Maidenwald was at Easton on Sunday attending the funeral of her brother-in-law, David Bentz.

Wehr. Mrs. Isaac Woomer, of West Penn, was buried on Saturday. The interment was made in the cemetery at Tamaqua.

Volume 12, Number 15, Friday, January 28, 1898

Week's News Condensed. The engagement of Homer Addams formerly of town, to Miss Bessie Swartz, one of Allentown's estimable young ladies, is announced. In advance we tender congratulations to the young couple.

Week's News Condensed. Esther, the one year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Strohl, of Packerton, died on Monday of pneumonia and was buried in the Lehighton Cemetery on Wednesday. Rev. J. A. Reber officiated.

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Lewis Graver celebrated the 78th anniversary of her birthday at her home in the South end on Tuesday. It was the occasson for a general family re-union and all her children and their families were in attendance.

Week's News Condensed. On Saturday evening a surprise party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Frey in honor of the fifth anniversary of their marriage. The relatives and friends who assisted in the surprise were: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schuler and daughter, of Michigan, Mrs. Charle Smith, Mrs. N. B. Reber, Mrs. M. O. Bryan, Mrs. J. E. Light, Mrs. John Klotz, Mrs. Richard Christy, Mrs. Edwin Groot, Mrs. James Frey, Mrs. Chas. Geiger, Misses Mary Miller, Della and Clora DeFrehn and Minnie Frey.

Purely Personal. George Siley and sister, Miss Mary Siley, Mrs. Jacob Blank and Miss Urila Kemerer attended the funeral of their cousin, Edward Patterson, at Phillipsburg, N. J., on

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Sunday.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. The marriage of Nero B. Weiss to Miss Ida E. Houser, both of this place, was solemnized last Saturday evening by Rev. T. H. Krick of the Reformed Church.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Mrs. Frank Reed was tendered a birthday party on Tuesday evening. A large number of the estimable lady's friends were present and all had a very pleasant time.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. William Walp died Saturday morning after a lingering illness with consumption, aged thirty-six years, four months and eleven days. Deceased is survived by her parents, a kind husband and two sons and one daughter. The funeral took place on Wednesday morning, services being conducted by Rev. Roth, of Parryville, and Rev. Zuber, of Lehighton. She was a faithful and devout member of the Evangelical Church. Interment was made in the Towamensing cemetery. Those left to mourn have the sympathy of the community in this dark hour of their affliction.

Throughout The Valley. Mrs. Harriet Price, widow of the late Judge Samuel B. Price, died at her home at Mauch Chunk on Wednesday afternoon of heart failure.

Throughout The Valley. Eva Weiss, the young daughter of Mrs. Charles Weiss, of Brodheadsville, was burned to death during the mother's absence from the kitchen, Sunday.

Aquashicola. The youngest son of Ira Kistler died last week and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Monday afternoon. Rev. Rupp of the Reformed church officiated.

Volume 12, Number 16, Friday, February 4, 1898

Purely Personal. Mrs. John T. Nusbaum attended the funeral of a relative at Weatherly on Monday.

Purely Personal. Misses Emmaline, Sallie, Clara, Gussie and Floy Clauss, Mrs. Wm. E. Ash, Mrs. A. T. Noll, and Messrs. M. G. Clauss, John E. Miller and Charles D. Mertz were at Catasauqua on Tuesday attending the funeral of Mrs. Thos. M. Jenkins, daughter of Ex-Sheriff George Bower, of Lehigh County.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Knerr and son Frank, of town, and Mrs. George Knerr, of Lehighton, attended the funeral of a relative at Easton on Sunday.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Joseph Fenner and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Strohl, of town, Josiah Fenner, of Weatherly, Irvin Fenner, of Philadelphia, and Theo. Fenner, of Lehighton, attended the funeral of the late Wm. Fenner at Brodheadsville on Wednesday. Deceased was a son of Mrs. Susan Fenner and was aged 59 years.

Keystone State News Condensed. John McFadden, of Wilkesbarre aged 9 years, was afflicted with an ulcerated tooth. A dentists pulled it, blood poisoning ensued and the boy died a few days

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ago.

Keystone State News Condensed. Augusta Mattes, aged ten, was killed the other day at Easton by being struck by a telephone pole falling from a wagon.

Parryville. A. D. Blose is all smiles over the arrival of a bouncing baby boy.

Parryville. Dr. and Mrs. E. F. Eshleman attended a double-wedding at Lynnport on Sunday.

Parryville. Miss Mattie Ritzy was tendered a surprise party at her home on Wednesday evening, the occasion being her 19th birthday anniversary. Those present were, Misses Sallie Brown, Nora and Mary Blose, Beulah Brown, Bertie Snyder, Agnes Ritzy, Alvenia, Esther, and Sallie Montz, and Tillie Pettie, Messrs. George Schabo, Fred Koch, Charles Miller, Harry Lynn, Charles Brown, and John Phifer. The evening was spent in playing games after which refreshments were served. Those present had a good time.

Aquashicola. David Ziegenfuss and wife, Jacob Snyder and wife and Newton Kemerer attended the family reunion of Mrs. Shoenberger who celebrated her 70th birthday at Big Creek on Thursday.

Aquashicola. William Green, who suffered a stroke of paralysis three years ago, died on Monday morning. The funeral was held Thursday morning in the Towamensing church. Interment was made in the cemetery near the church. The pall bearers were William Buck, Ephriam Strohl, Newton Kemerer and Oliver Blose.

Big Creek. On Wednesday evening of last week a party was given in honor of the twenty-third anniversary of Pierce Solt's birthday at the home of his parents. The evening was spent very pleasantly by all.

Volume 12, Number 17, Friday, February 11, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Levi Geiger was tendered a surprise party by a number of her friends on Monday evening in honor of her birthday anniversary.

Week's News Condensed. Mr. and Mrs. George Neifert mourn the death of their little three-year-old son, which occurred on Sunday. Interment was made at Quakake on Wednesday.

Week's News Condensed. Miss Sarah Riegel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Johan Riegel, was tendered a birthday surprise party last Saturday evening at her home on Carbon street. A large number of the young lady's friends were present.

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Wm. Exner, of Beaver Run, died yesterday morning aged about twenty two years. Death was due to consumption.

Relieved Of Suffering.A Well Known Summit Hill Resident Takes an Over Dose of Laudanum.

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Gideon Miller, a well known resident of Summit Hill, died Sunday afternoon at the home of his step sister, Mrs. George Kreitz, Third street, Lehighton. Deceased was a great sufferer from cancer. He had been to the hospital for treatment, but the physicians pronouced case a hopeless one and he became very despondent. He stopped off here to visit his sister and during Saturday night suffered great pain. He was given a small dose of laudanum to relieve him. When his attendants left him for a few minutes he grabbed the bottle and swallowed its contents which consisted of an ounce and a half of the deadly poison. A physician was immediately summoned but the case was a hopeless one and he died Sunday. His family consisting of a wife and nine children six single and three married, live on Fell street, Summit Hill. The unfortunate man was born and reared in the Bloomingdale Valley and was 52 years of age. For the past several years he had been making a living as a veterinary surgeon, and trading in horses and poultry. The remains were taken to his home from Lehighton Monday afternoon. The funeral was held on Wednesday.

Death of a Veteran. Levi Fritzinger, a well known resident of East Penn, died suddenly Tuesday afternoon of heart failure at the home of his son-in-law, Edward Schultz in South Lehighton. Deceased was a veteran of the late war and served his country with Co. L. 202d Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. He was a member of Col. John D. Bertolette Post 484, G. A. R. of town and that organization will attend the funeral in a body tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 9 30 o'clock from the residence of Mr. Schultz in South Lehighton. Deceased was aged 72 years.

Switch Back Manager Dead.Henry J. Mumford died at the American Hotel, Mauch Chunk, on Sunday night after a

lingering illness. Deceased was born at Chatham, Pa., in 1844. Together with his brother years ago they conducted the New Berlin Division of the Midland Railrway, now known as the New York Western and Ontario.

In 1879 they came to Mauch Chunk and leased the Switch Back Railway from the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company. The road was about to be abandoned when the Mumfords took charge, but under their skilled management the road began to boom and did much to make Mauch Chunk and the Switch Back famous.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. The two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ulysses Krum died on Tuesday night of brain fever.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Arner, of Long Run, was buried in Union Hill Cemetery on Thursday morning.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Mrs. Otto Wittge, Sr., aged 52 years, died Saturday night of consumption at her home at Stemlersville. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon. Services were held in the Lutheran Church, Rev. J. H. Longacre officiating, assisted by Rev. H. E. Moyer, of Aquashicola. Interment was made in the North Weissport cemetery. Deceased was the the mother of Mrs. Charles Leopold, of town.

Keystone State News Condensed. Vardella Frick, aged 22, a daughter of Ephraim Frick, a farmer, wandered from home at Reading the other day during a fit of melancholy and was next morning found frozen to death in a public road near Boyertown.

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Throughout The Valley. The wife of A. W. Sheetz, a well known Grand Army man, residing at Mauch Chunk was buried at that place on Saturday.

Throughout The Valley. Constant brooding over ill health led Jacob Hottenstine, one of the wealthy citizens of Allentown, to commit suicide by hanging himself on the third floor of the Eagle Hotel stable, on Wednesday.

Throughout The Valley. Charles Peltz, aged 60 years, employed as car inspector for the Lehigh Coal & Navigation Company, at Lansford, was instantly killed Monday afternoon. While fixing a brake on a car which was standing in the yard another train pushed against the car, throwing him under the wheels. His arms and legs were cut off and he was badly mangled.

Bowmanstown. Our people are greatly exercised over the report that a man by the name of Gumbert who died recently at Weatherly, confessed on his deathbed to the killing of Harry Blose at this place several years ago. Blose's slayer was never detected and the alleged confession is believed by many to be true. The old maximum “murder will out” is applicable in this case.

Volume 12, Number 18, Friday, February 18, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Our old friend Valentine Schwartz celebrated his birthday on Monday and he held a family re-union. Mr. Schwartz claims to be a direct descendant of the honorable Saint.

Week's News Condensed. Miss Crete Wheatley was tendered a pleasant little sociable last Saturday evening, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Wheatley Fourth Street, the occasion being in honor of her fifteenth birthday anniversary. Among the guests were: Misses Myra and Anna Druckemiller, Mattie Koch, Mamie Rex, Lillie McCormick, Carrie Meitzler, Helen Heydt, Nellie Bryan, Florence Schaffer and Esther Gable. Before departing the guests were treated to refreshments.

Purely Personal. Aaron Krum was at Allentown on Saturday where he attended the funeral of a relative.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Dickinson and daughter, Miss Florence are on an extended visit to relatives and friends at Scranton. On Monday evening they assisted in receiving guests to the silver wedding anniversary of Mrs. Dickinson's brother, M. L. Fine, one of the leading citizens of that city.

Drowned at Packerton. While playing on the ice at the Beaver Run dam last Thursday afternoon Gordon, the eight year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Kramer, of Packerton, fell in and was drowned. The funeral of the unfortunate little fellow took place Saturday afternoon, Rev. M. A. Tolman, of Mauch Chunk, officiating. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery.

To The Public.The report that Alvin J. Gumbert, who died at Weatherly recently had confessed to the

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killing of Harry Blose at Bowmanstown, is untrue. The deceased made no confession. This denial is made for the purpose of removing all doubts as to whether Gumbert killed Blose.

Respectfully, Jonas Gumbert, Ashfield, Pa.

Nis Hollow. An infant child of Charles Miller died on Monday. Interment will be made on Saturday.

Nis Hollow. Mrs. Wm .Warner and daughter, Ada, attended the funeral of a relative at Catasauqua on Tuesday.

Big Creek. Edwin Zeigenfus and Miss Louisa Wert, of Walcksville were married on Saturday afternoon at Weissport, by Rev. J. H. Longacre. We wish the young couple many days of joy and happiness. A banquet was held on Wednesday evening at the Walcksville Temperance house.

Keystone State News Condensed. Jacob J. Tottenstein, aged 50 years, a hat dealer and former landlord of the Eagle hotel at Allentown, hanged himself in his stable while suffering from melancholia.

Throughout The Valley. The body of Frederick Scheibler, who was buried in a cave-in in the Penlyn slate quarry, Slatington, five weeks ago, was recovered on Saturday morning. The body was remarkably well preserved.

Normal Square. Huldah May, the three-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Frantz, died on Friday and was buried on Tuesday at Ben Salem cemetery, Rev. T. N. Reber officiating.

Normal Square. John H. Miller, the well known farmer and butcher, of this valley, died Sunday after an illness of only three days with inflamation of the intestines. Deceased was aged 42 years and leaves a wife and several children to mourn his death. The funeral will take place on Saturday, Rev. W. H. Strauss officiating. Interment will be made in Ben Salem cemetery.

Volume 12, Number 19, Friday, February 25, 1898

Week's News Condensed. The nine months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Arntst, of Bankway died on Sunday of convulsions and was buried on Tuesday. The family recently moved to town from Easton.

Week's News Condensed. Harry E. Trainer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Trainer, and Miss Mame, the estimable daughter of Mrs. and Mrs. Jeremiah Roth, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony on Tuesday afternoon at Allentown. The ceremony was performed by Rev. E. H. Kistler at the residence of Mrs. Kistler's parents. Both bride and groom are among our most popular young people, the former being an efficient teacher in our public schools. Mr. and Mrs. Trainer have the best wishes of a large circle of friends for a happy and prosperous married life.

Purely Personal. Patrick F. Clark, Postmaster Clauss and Jonathan Kistler attended the funeral of the late Daniel Mulhearn at Lansford on Wednesdsay.

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Celebrated Their Tin Wedding. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Ira Everett on North Second street presented a holiday appearance on Tuesday evening, the occasion being the celebration of their tin wedding. The day falling on Washington's birthday a number of the guests were attired in dress of the days of “76”. This and the decorations lent great merriment to the festivities and after several hours of enjoyment the guests were seated before a table well laden with all the delicacies of the season. The presents were numerous. These were present: Thos. Harleman, Sr. and wife, George Everett, Wm. Harleman and wife and children, Jackson Everett and wife, Wm. Long and wife, T. J. Seifert and wife, C. W. Kreidler and wife, Miss Gussie Everett, Miss Martha Everett and Chas. D. Martz of town and Thos. J. Harleman Jr. and wife, L. J. Harleman and wife, George Engleman and wife, Mrs. William Zimmerman, Arthur Clauss and wife, Misses Rosetta Burns, Ida Ervin, Ella Dillinger, Annabel McDaniel, Carrie Yohe, Sadie Harleman and Alice Ditterline and Messrs. Guy Harleman and Jno. F. Miller of Packerton. A Klondiker in the person of O. Weiss also put in an appearance.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Irvin Kromer, aged fifty three years, died at his home at Long Run on Tuesday night from a complication of diseases. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon, Revs. Krick and Longacre officiating.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Emma, the eight year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Straussberger, of Union Hill, died on Sunday of diphtheria. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon. The services were held in the Lutheran Church, Rev. J. H. Longacre officiating.

New Mahoning. Stephen Fenstermacher, Sr., and wife attended the funeral of John Miller at East Penn on Saturday.

Throughout The Valley. Daniel Mulhearn, the well known hotel keeper of Lansford, and a brother of ex-County Treasurer Jim T. Mulhearn was buried on Wednesday.

Throughout The Valley. A baby was born at Stroudsburg last week that weighed only a pound and a half. It looks like a doll. A finger ring can be slipped over its hand and its head is the size of an ordinary orange.

Aquashicola. Jacob Fogel and Richard Green were all smiles last. Cause: the former was presented with a bouncing baby boy; the latter with a bright baby girl.

Parryville. Mrs. Henry Endy, who died recently at Tamaqua was well known in this vicinity, being a former resident of this place. The Beltz families of Hazards, were in attendance at the funeral. The husband of deceased is sorely afflicted with rheumatism.

Parryville. In honor of the 36th birthday anniversary of Mrs. Theo. Pettit, a number of her friends assembled at her home on Centre street on Monday evening. Guests from Easton, Delano, Elkley, Dunbar and town were present. Various games were indulged in after which the party were refreshed by all the delicacies of the season.

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Volume 12, Number 20, Friday, March 4, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Councilman Otto Ditmar is receiving many congratulations upon the arrival of a bouncing baby boy in his family.

Week's News Condensed. Jacob Schweitzer, of town, and Miss Rose PoHammil, of Pittsburg, were united in marriage on Sunday by Rev. J. H. Kuder.

Week's News Condensed. The young friends of Florence Bartolett gathered at her home on Tuesday evening to celebrate her seventh birthday. The evening was spent in playing the games in which children delight.

Week's News Condensed. A surprise party was tendered Mr. Edward Ohl, Third street, on Tuesday evening, it being the sixty first anniversary of his birth. The guests spent a social evening in pleasant conversation after which they were bidden to present themselves before a table that would have done justice to a professional culinary artist.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Hess attended the funeral of a relative at Bethlehem on Wednesday.

Architect Rudrauff Dead. Peter Rudrauff, a well-known Wilkes-Barre architect, formerly master painter for the Central Railroad Company, died suddenly in his office at 11:40 o'clock Tuesday morning. He was associated with Benjamin Davey and drew up the plans and specifications for the handsome first ward school building in Lehighton.

Across The Ripling Lehigh. Mrs. William Reed attended the funeral of a relative at Stroudsburg this week.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Elmer Arner is the happy dad of a bouncing baby boy. “Dubby” is shaking hands with everybody.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Harry Welsh, a well known resident of the east side died suddenly Tuesday night, aged about 53 years. Death was due to heart failure. Deceased conducted a small confectionery store. The funeral will take place Sunday afternoon. Services will be held in the United Evangelical Church.

Keystone State News Condensed. The body of Henry Bressler arrived for interment at Williamsport one day last week, and with it came a peculiar story of his death. Bressler and a man named Lupro were talking. Lupro was standing “at rest” with a shotgun. Lupro's little boy stepped up behind him and pulled the grigger. The lead took effect in Bressler's side and he lived only eight hours.

Keystone State News Condensed. In attempting to board a moving train in the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad yards at Williamsport, the other day, William Livers, aged 11 years, was killed. His body struck a switch target and he was thrown beneath the cars. His twin brother pulled him from beneath the train.

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New Mahoning. Tilghman Balliet is being congratulated on account of the arrival of a bouncing baby boy in his family.

Throughout The Valley. Probably the first marriage license ever issued to a colored man and white woman in Monroe county was granted Edward Posten and Lizzie William, last week by Prothonotary Decker.

Throughout The Valley. Charles Lobien, a well known farmer of Bloomingdale Valley met a tragic death while coming down the Summit Hill mountain on Monday. He was hauling timber when the seat of the wagon slipped throwing him to the ground and breaking his neck.

Volume 12, Number 21, Friday, March 11, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Margaret, wife of Frederick Schmidt, died early Sunday morning after a long and painful illness with gangrene, aged 78 years. Deceased was born in Germany, in 1820, and came to this country in 1846, residing in Philadelphia. She enjoyed the acquaintance of a large circle of friends. Besides the husband these children survive, Mrs. Edgar Bamford, Nesquehoning; Mrs. William Eckhart, Mrs. William Volber, Miss, Carrie Smith and George Smith, all of Philadelphia. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon from her late home on South First street and was largely attended. Rev. J. H. Kuder of the Lutheran Church, of which deceased was a member for almost half a century, conducted the service.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Aaron Snyder is happy over the safe arrival of a young son.

New Mahoning. William Miller, of Normal, and Miss Mary Davidson, of this place, were united in marriage on Saturday.

Throughout The Valley. Amandus Breylogle, unmarried, aged 24 years and residing with his father at Lehige Gap, was fatally injured at a slate quarry at Heimbach's between Slatington and Berlinville, last week.

Nis Hollow. George Schoch is all smiles because his wife presented him with a baby girl.

Nis Hollow. Ervin Dreisbach, the Mahoning twirler, is the happy father of a bright baby girl.

Aquashicola. Henry George is the proud “dad” of a bouncing baby boy. He wears a smile ever since.

Aquashicola. The youngest son of Edwin Lichtenwalter, of Siegsfried, was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Thursday.

Aquashicola. Dr. Schlesman, who opened an office here left for Shenandoah last week where he attended the funeral of his father.

Aquashicola. Ralph, the youngest son of George Kleintop, died on Sunday morning and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Thursday morning. Rev. Rupp, the Reformed pastor

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conducted the service.

Sittlers. Lewis Hunsicker is the happy dad of a baby girl.

Parryville. Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Peters attended the funeral of the latter's father at Treichlersville this week.

Volume 12, Number 22, Friday, March 18, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Howard U. Graver was made happy several days ago by the advent of a baby girl in his family.

Aged Lady Dead at Big Creek. Mrs. Dainel Walck died last Sunday evening of paralysis at the residence of Harry Sauers. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon and was largely attended. Interment took place in Big Creek Cemetery, Rev. J. H. Longacre officiated. She was aged 92 years, 2 months, 22 days. Deceased is survived by seven sons, four daughters, fifty-eight grand children, sixty-four great grand children and one great great grand child.

Keystone State News Condensed. Joseph Weaver, a farmer of Lisard, a village ten miles from Tamaqua, was shot and killed last week by an unknown tramp. Weaver found the man sleeping in the barn, and ordered him to leave. The tramp fired, and Weaver died almost instantly. The tramp escaped, and a posse of farmers is searching for him.

Keystone State news Condensed. Roy Gehrig, of Milton, shot and perhaps fatally wounded Will B. Davis, of St. Clair, at Millersville a few days ago and then killed himself.

Death of C. O. Skeer.Mauch Chunk Loses Another of its Well Known Residents.

Mauch Chunk is in mourning for another of its most prominent and influential residents. C. O. Skeer, the well known banker and coal operator, who retired a few months ago from the board of directors of the Lehigh Valley Railroad died at his mansion on Broadway at 4 30 o'clock on Sunday morning. Death ensued from a complication of diseases due to his age. In a few months he would have been 80 years old. His health has been declining for some time.

Mr. Skeer's life was an active one. He began life poor and pennyless and in his younger days he associated with the late Asa Packer His rise to wealth and affluence was rapid. His name was prominently identified with Linderman, Skeer & Co, who operated the Stockton collieries. Deceased was twice married. His first wife was Miss Marion Blakslee, a sister to James I. Blakslee and an adopted daughter of the late Asa Packer. Her death occurred in 1888. Their only daughter, Fannie, who had become the wife of W. R. Butler, died three years earlier. His second marriage was to Mrs. Ellen Walter and she with his two sisters are the only surviving relatives. He is reported to be worth about $1,500,000. The funeral, which occurred on Wednesday was private.

Parryville. Levi Schoenberger is all smiles over the arrival of a bouncing baby boy.

Parryville. William Remaly is all smiles over the arrival of a bouncing baby boy. “Billy” is

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alrerdy teaching him how to use the hammer.

Parryville. Adam Diehl, of Beltzville, and Miss Green, an accomplished young daughter of Amos Green, Towamensing, were married here on Sunday by Rev. J. G. Rupp.

Parryville. Charles Miller and Miss Sallie, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brown, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony on Saturday evening, at the home of the bride's parents. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. G. Rupp. Both bride and groom are among our most popular young people and have the best wishes of their many friends for a happy and prosperous married life. They received many valuable presents in silver.

Big Creek. Elias Schnell was made happy last week by his wife presenting him with a baby girl.

Big Creek. Mrs. John Strohl attended the funeral of a grand child in Monroe county last week.

Big Creek. Reuben Solt, aged about 75 years, an old resident of this vicinity died on Sunday at his home at Phifer's Corner and was buried in the North Weisspot cemetery on Wednesday afternoon. Rev. J. H. Longacre officiated. Deceased was well and favorably known.

Big Creek. George H. Wert the well known humorist, of Walcksville and Miss Sallie Ginder, of East Penn, who were married on the 3rd of March at Weissport by Rev. J. H. Longacre, left for Wilkes Barre last week where they will start housekeeping. The young couple have the best wishes of their many friends over life's tempestious sea.

Big Creek. Henry Miller, aged about 70 years, who resided on his son-in-law's farm, on Indian Hill, formerly Major Klotz's farm, was buried on Wednesday of last week. Services were held in Zion's Evangelical Church, Mauch Chunk, Presiding Elder B. F. Bohner officiated. Services were held at the house by Rev. White. The deceased was born in Germany came to this country when a young man. He is survived by a wife and two daughters.

Bowmanstown. Lewis Guldner, of Hazards, buried his two-year-old child on Tuesday. Rev. Brenig officiated.

Volume 12, Number 23, Friday, March 25, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Clinton McGregory, of North Third street, is the proud father of a brand new baby boy.

Week's News Condensed. Wm. B. Campbell, of Bankway, is happy over the arrival of a young son in his family.

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Lizzie, wife of C. D. Kreamer, of Colorado, died last Thursday of consumption at the home of her sister, Mrs. H. J. Danzer, at Beaver Run, aged 40 years, 6 months and 10 days. She went west six years ago where she contracted consumption. In September she again returned east with her husband. The funeral took place on Sunday.

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Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. John Geggus, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Geggus and H. L. Geggus attended the funeral of a relative at Perkasie last Thursday.

Stees a Maine Victim.The Shamokin Daily Herald is responsible for the report that Harry Stees was one of the

victims of the battleship Maine disaster. It says: Stees' home was in Harrisburg, and he came to the coal metropolis early in the season with Pitcher Robert Durnbaugh from Lehighton, where they played excellent ball as pitcher and catcher respectively. Upon their arrival in Shamokin the young men were dressed in cadet uniforms and attracted unusual attention. Both were very gentlemanly and excellent ball players. After playing several weeks here Stees left town and returned to Lehighton, from whence he went to his home in Harrisburg shortly afterwards enlisting in the navy as apprentice on the ill fated war vessel. Mrs. Harry Stees mother of the victim who lost his life in the Maine disaster, is anxious to learn of Durnbaugh's residence.”

For Mrs. Stees' enlightenment we would say that Robert Durnbaugh has been in Allentown nearly all winter and his address can no doubt be procured from the manager of the Allen base ball club.

Three Weissport Sociables. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rickert were tendered a pleasant surprise party on Monday evening in honor of the first anniversary of their marriage. An enjoyable time was had by all present. They were: Rev. W. A. C. Eby, Mr. and Mrs. Levi Horn, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Horn, Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Rickert, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Strausburger, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. D. Rishel, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Handwerk, Mrs. Geoge Hontz, Mrs. Frank Erwin, Mrs. John Zern, Mrs. Frank Laury, Mrs. John Auge, Mrs. John W. Heller, Mrs. Sarah Faust, Mrs. Lewis Trainer, Mrs. David Christman, Misses Sophia Leonard, Ida Trainer, Tuleika, Faust, Edna Heinrick, Minnie Rishel, Florence Faust, Elanor Laury, Edna Laury, Lottie Heller, Lulu Heller, Mame Horn, Ella Deibert, Messrs. Franklin Heinrich, Shelton Faust, Lero Faust, Lewis Horn, John Auge, Miles Rickert.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Pierce Taylor, of Mauch Chunk, a conductor on the Central, and Miss Mary Mangold, of Franklin, were married Tuesday evening at the residence of the bride. The groom is a popular Chunker and an enthusiastic rooter for that town's base ball club. The many friends of the young couple wish them much happiness.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. The death of Mrs. John Arner last Friday caused a shadow of gloom to perface this community of which she was a well known and respected resident. Mrs. Arner was a sufferer for some time with a sore foot caused by gangrene, which gave her much pain. A few weeks ago it was found necessary to amputate a toe. This brought her only temporary relief and her condition became rapidly worse. She was the mother of eight sons and two daughters the following of whom survive: Oscar, John, Bert, Daniel, Charles, Douglas, William and Elmer and Mrs. Mary Moser, of Pittston, Mrs. B. K. Culton, of town, and Mrs. E. H. Snyder, of Lehighton are sisters. Deceased was aged 66 years, 1 month and 4 days. The funeral took place Monday afternoon, services being held in the United Evangelical Church, Rev. W. K. Edleman and Rev. T. H. Krick, officiating. Interment was made in the Union Hill cemetery. The funeral was largely attended.

Keystone State News Condensed. Charles O. Skeers, the millionaire coal operator, and an ex-director of the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company, died Monday at his home in Mauch Chunk. He

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was born in Luzerne county in 1818 and came here in 1842. He was twice married, his first wife being the adopted daughter of Asa Packer, and his second, Mrs. S. Frank Walter, who survives him.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Isaac Y. Ux attended the funeral of Mrs John Arner at Weissport.

Sittlers. William Yoxheimer is the proud “dad” of a baby girl.

Sittlers. Grant Semmel and Miss Ida Ebbert were united in marriage on last Saturday.

New Mahoning. Aron Zimmerman was attending the funeral of a friend at Lewiston on Sunday.

Aquashicola. The youngest son of Ammon Green of White Hall was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Saturday.

Aquashicola. A young pedagogue made his appearance in the family of William Silliman on Monday. The happy dad is all smiles.

Volume 12, Number 24, Friday, April 1, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Miss Nettie Schaffer gave a party to a number of friends at her home on South First street in honor of the anniversary of her birth.

Week's News Condensed. J. Albert Durling and Miss Lulu Kuhns, a well known and highly respected young couple, will shortly realize the profound happiness of matrimonial bliss. In advance we tender congratulations.

Week's News Condensed. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Guldner residing in the Brick Row, Packerton lost their third child by death on Saturday. The last one which was the baby, had been suffering with measels for several weeks. It recovered slightly, when pneumonia set in and snatched its life away. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community.

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Susan Bowman, a step-sister to John S. and F. Pierce Lentz, and widow of the late David Bowman, who was one of the pioneers of this section, died Sunday at her home in Mahanoy City, past 80 years of age. She was the mother of a large family of children, seven of whom survive. The remains were interred in the family plot in Lehighton cemetery yesterday afternoon.

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Julia Rehrig, widow of the late Ephraim Rehrig, died during Tuesday night at her home on North Fourth street, aged about 65 years. She had been failing in health for some time but became seriously ill only last week. Her husband, who was for many years a blacksmith in the Packerton shops, died about eight years ago at Packerton. She is survived by eight children, all of whom are grown and have families. They are Jefferson, of Allentown; Alexander, of Packerton; Mrs. H. S. Rinker, East Mauch Chunk; Mrs. W. A. Nuss, Weatherly; Mrs. Milton Trainer, Easton, and Mrs. Howard Diefenderfer, Mrs. Irvin Schoch,

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and Mrs. George Sanders, of town.

Died from Burns. Gertrude, the six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Al. Smuthers residing in one of Thos. Koons' houses near the Lehighton-Weissport bridge, died Sunday from the effect of burns received last week. The little girl was playing near a fire and in some manner her dress was ignited and before the flames were extinguished her legs and the lower portion of her body was horribly burned.

Father Of Seventeen.Was Willian Ronemus Who Died At His Home in Nis Hollow.

William Ronemus, a well known farmer residing near the Dry Tavern, East Penn township, died Monday. He had been afflicted with cancer of the intestines for a long time and was confined to his bed since the holidays. He was aged 65 years, 2 months and 28 days.

Deceased was born in Germany and came to this country about thirty years ago. He has been a resident of Nis Hollow for nearly twenty years and until last fall was employed as night watchman at the Packerton shops which position he held for fifteen years. He was twice married and was the father of seventeen children all of whom are living excepting one. Those by the first wife are John, James and William, of Nesquehoning; Mrs. Joseph Phillips and Mrs. Reuben Miller, of Lansford, and Mrs. David Ebert, of Mahanoy City, Those by the second are Charles, Frank, Samuel, Robert, Lewis, Harvey, Sallie, Hattie, Catharine and Hattie, all at home.

The funeral will take place at 9:30 o'clock this morning. Interment will be made in Lehighton Cemetery.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Al Yohe and daughter Miss Carrie, of Packerton, attended the funeral of a relatives at Allentown on Monday.

Horribly Mutilated. A man, supposed to be a tramp, and about forty-five years of age, was struck by the milk train one of the fastest trains on the road, about a hundred yards below the Lower Lehighton depot on Monday evening and literally ground to pieces. The features were unrecognizable as the head was cut in two. Fragments of skin and bones were scattered about the tracks and presented a sickening sight. The remains were gathered together and placed in a rough box and turned over the the poor authorities, who had the same interred in Lehighton cemetery. The unfortunate man had stopped at Isaac Miller's house in Koons' lane and secured a chew of tobacco. Mr. Miller told him the train would be along soon and warned him to be on the lookout. He laughingly replied that he was all right and passed down the track. In a few minutes he was a corpse.

Death of William King. Wm. King, one of this town's most respected residents, died at 1 o'clock yesterday morning, aged sixty-four years, eight months and fourteen days. Deceased was employed in the Lehigh Valley shops for many years, but on account of failing health relinquished his position about a year ago. He was a man of quiet disposition, attended strictly to his own business and consequently leaves a large circle of friends to mourn his death. He is survived by his wife. The funeral will take place at two o'clock Monday afternoon from his late residence on North First street. Services at the house conducted by Rev. J. Alvin Reber and Rev. T. H. Krick.

Parryville. Mrs. Joseph Chapman attended the funeral of a relative at Allentown on Monday.

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Aquashicola. Milton Kuntzman is the proud dad of a bright baby girl.

Volume 12, Number 25, Friday, April 8, 1898

Week's News Condensed. The funeral of the late Joseph Fulton of Jamestown, took place on Sunday afternoon and was largely attended, Rev. Kuder officiated. Deceased was a veteran of the late war. A widow is left to mourn.

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Elias Koons died at the home of her son in East Penn on Wednesday. She was the mother of R. L. and Cornelius Koons, of town, and Mrs. H. H. Musselman, of Weissport.

Purely Personal. Mrs. Catharine Rishel attended the funeral of a relative at Schuylkill Haven on Tuesday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Trainer, of Easton, attended the funeral of the latter's mother at this place on Saturday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. B. Rehrig, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hofford, Mr. and Mrs. Amandas Rehrig Mrs. Edwin McCormick and Mrs. Granville Rehrig attended the funeral of a relative at Slatington on Thursday.

Prominent Farmer Dead. Charle Straup, a well known and highly respected resident of Towamensing, suffered a stroke of apoplexy Sunday afternoon resulting in his death. He was 77 years of age last February. A wife, one son and a daughter survive. Deceased was a brother of H. T. Straup, of Lehighton, and was a prosperous farmer. The funeral took place yesterday morning, interment being made in Towamensing Cemetery.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. In honor of the 34th anniversary of his birth Milton Boyer was tendered a pleasant surprise party last Friday evening.

Wehr. Minnie Houser, of West Penn, and William Kressly of Steinsville were united in marriage on Monday.

Parryville. Mrs. C. J. Montz attended the funeral of a relative at East Weissport on Tuesday.

Parryville. On the occasion of his birthday anniversary, James Wagner treated our Band to a grand supper, which every member of that organization appreciated.

Aquashicola. Purietta Snyder and Miss Dianah Mehrkam, of this place were quietly married at the parsonage of Rev. Werner at Parryville on Monday evening.

Big Creek. Thomas Dorward Sr. of Rickertsville formerly of this vicinity, died last Saturday at the home of his daughter Mrs. Tilghman Markley. The funeral took place on Tuesday forenoon. Sevices were held in St Paul's church. Interment was made in the Big Creek Cemetery, Rev. J. G. Rupp officiating. He was aged 80 years, 8 months 28 daye. He is survived by three sons and

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three daughters. Deceased was one of the organizers of St Paul's Union Sunday school about 28 years ago.

Volume 12, Number 26, Friday, April 15, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Milt G. Clauss is the happy dad of a bouncing baby boy.

Week's News Condensed. Prof. P. M. Graul is the happy father of a baby girl, which made its appearance last Friday.

Week's News Condensed. J. Albert Durling, son of Hon. And Mrs. A. J. Durling, and Miss Lulu, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Kuhns were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents, on North First street at high noon on Wednesday. Rev. I. U. Royer, pastor of the United Evangelical church, performed the ceremony in the presence of only the immediate relatives of the contracting parties. During the afternoon the happy young couple left on a short wedding tour. Upon their reutrn they will make their home with the groom's parents. They have the best wishes of a host of friends for a happy voyage of life's tempestous sea.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. John Zellers, of Union Hill, was buried on Thursday afternoon. Rev. W. A. C. Eby officiated.

Keystone State News Condensed. A trolley car which jumped the track at Watsontown, Northumberland county, fatally crushed William Maggs, who was standing on the front platform, against a pole.

Throughout The Valley. Mr. and Mrs. James I. Blakeslee celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary at Mauch Chunk, Sunday.

Aquashicola. Purietta Snyder who married lately was serenaded on Friday evening. The boys had a jolly time afterward.

Volume 13, Number 1, Friday, April 22, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Otto G. Wittge and Miss Barbara Lechler, an estimable young couple will be married at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Lechler, at Jamestown, on May 5th.

Week's News Condensed. Charles Durkes of Packerton, and Miss Agnes, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Isenman were married at high noon yesterday in the Catholic Church, Rev. William Hammecke officiating. The ceremony was witnessed by only a few of the relatives and friends of the young couple. The bride was beautifully attired as was also the bridesmaid Miss Emma Isenman. Charles Obert, Jr., was the groom's best man.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Olewine attended the funeral of a relative at Bethlehem on Wednesday.

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Murder and Suicide. Near Bethlehem on Monday, John Repscher, aged 35 years, shot and killed Dallas Blose, aged 45. Repscher then attemped to kill his own father, and, to avoid arrest commited suicide. He was drunk at the time. Repscher was discharged from work a few weeks ago by Blose, who was foreman on the Lehigh Canal. Blose's mother lives at Hazards, this county and is greatly shocked at the tragic death of her son.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Hongen attended the funeral of a relative at Bethlehem last week.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Milton Emery and wife were at Bethlehem on Tuesday attending the funeral of a relative.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leonberger were at Mauch Chunk this morning attending the funeral of the latter's mother, Mrs. Michael Carrigan.

Keystone State News Condensed. Michael Murtha, a young Irishman, and Antonia Romelo, an Italian, got into a heated argument at Pittston over the Cuban question. Murtha said that the United States navy could whip the combined navies of Spain and Italy. This angered Romelo so that he pulled a stiletto and fatally stabbed Murtha in the abdomen.

Throughout The Valley. Joseph W. Bretz, night yard master for the Central Railroad at Mauch Chunk, died suddenly of heart failure on Saturday at his home at that place.

Bowmanstown. The entire community is shocked at the sad and tragic death of Dallas Blose near Freemansburg. He was well known here. His mother is living at Hazard an was greatly shocked when informed of the murder of her son. His father died about four years ago.

Bowmanstown. Oscar, the little son of James and Emma Arner, died Monday afternoon aged 4 years, 2 months and 18 days. The funeral took place Thursday afternoon interment being made at Big Creek, Rev. S. A. Zuber, of Allentown, officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Arner have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.

Aquashicola. A young slater made his appearance in the family of William Parsons on Monday.

Volume 13, Number 2, Friday, April 29, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Al. Walbert, of Bankway, is happy over the arrival of a bouncing baby boy.

Week's News Condensed. Miss Lena DeTschirschky will be married on the 8th of May at the home of her mtoher on Second street to Fritz Bower, a baker from East Mauch Chunk.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. David Schaffer attended the funeral of a relative at Bethlehem on Saturday.

Normal Square. A certain young man, of New Mahoning, was afraid he would be called to war,

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but to get ahead of the call he was married last Sunday. Now he thinks he need not go.

New Mahoning. Brinton Arner and wife were attending the funeral of a relative at Orwigsburg on Friday.

Sittlers. Samuel Stump and Dora Wertman were united in marriage last Saturday.

Sittlers. Cornelius Miller's child aged 9 months was buried last Tuesday, T. N. Reber officiating.

Aquashicola. Dallas Blose who was shot at Freemansburg last week was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Friday morning. The deceased was aged 39 years 6 months and 13 days.

Aquashicola. John Smith an old resident of Lehigh Gap died on Sunday morning of paralysis of the heart and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Wednesday morning. Rev. Moyer conducted the service. The deceased was aged 79 years 3 months and 10 days. Jeremiah Kern, Osville Kern, Joseph Heimbach and Eugene Ziegenfus were the pall bearers.

Towamensing. Mrs. Daniel Boyer, a widow, who resided with her son Joseph, near Kunkletown, died on Friday. The deceased was aged 72 years, 11 month and 11 days. The funeral took place on Tuesday morning at the Jerusalem's Church. Rev. H. E. Moyer, of the Lutheran church officiating.

Volume 13, Number 3, Friday, May 6, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Otto Wittge and Miss Barbara Lechler were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents at Jamestown yesterday afternoon. Their many friends join in wishing them much happiness.

Week's News Condensed. George Raworth, one of this town's oldest residents, died on Tuesday morning at his home on the flats, aged 75 years and 26 days. Deceased had been ill for some time suffering with a complication of diseases due to his advanced age. A widow, three daughters and two sons mourn his loss. He is the father of Edward Raworth, Lehighton's popular high constable. The funeral will be held from his late home this afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. A. A. Thompson, of the M. E. Church, will conduct the last sad rites. Interment will be made in town cemetery.

Purely Personal. Mrs. Catharine Rishel and Mrs. Francis Kuhns attended the funeral of a relative at Schuylkill Haven yesterday.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Fred Neal is the proud father of a bouncing baby girl.

Throughout The Valley. Levi Lentz, a prominent resident of Weatherly, fell off a house Tuesday morning, on which he was putting a new roof and sustained injuries from which he died a few hours later.

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Parryville. Mrs. Thomas Snyder attended the funeral of her mother, on Monday who was killed at Bethlehem on night last week.

Parryville. In honor of his fifteenth birthday anniversary, a number of Frank E. Montz's schoolmates and friends tendered him a delightful surprise, Monday evening, May 2d. The young folks enjoyed themselves immensely. Various games were played after which refreshments were served. Those present were Misses Hazel Bauman, Helen Koch, Iva Peters, Sallie Remaly, Mira Snyder, Maggie Blose, Tillie, Esther, Sallie Florence and Eva Montz, Carrie Pettit and Sallie Snyder and Messrs. Robert Snyder, Ralph Peters, Walter Koch, Earl Snyder, Warren Brown, Irvin Fritzinger and Robert Montz. The young gentleman received many valuable gifts.

Aquashicola. Mrs. Susan Schaffer who was killed by a locomotive at Bethlehem last week was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Monday.

Volume 13, Number 4, Friday, May 13, 1898

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Fritzinger the aged mother of John and Aaron Fritzinger of Packerton, died at her home at that place on Wednesday night.

A Sad Death. Mrs. Blanche, the estimable young wife of Frank P. Semmel, Jr., proprietor of the Central Drug Store, passed away at 7.20 o'clock Sunday morning, after a brief illness, aged 18 years, 6 months and 20 days. Deceased gave birth to a baby girl Saturday afternoon and was apparently recovering. A sudden change in her condition, however, occurred in the evening and she became unconscious remaining in that state until her soul took its flight. Her untimely death caused a shadow of gloom to pervade the community and many were the expressions of sympathy for the young husband and father. Her father, two sisters and two brothers, all of Allentown, also survive. The funeral took place on Wednesday morning. Services were held at her late home on North Second street at 9 o'clock conducted by Rev. J. H. Kuder. The remains were conveyed to Allentown via the Lehigh Valley Railroad at 10 o'clock. Funeral services were held at the residence of her father William H Hamersly on North Eighth street, at 2.30 p. m. conducted by Rev. Hay and Rev. Kuder. Interment was made in the West End Cemetery. Numerous beautiful floral tributes attested the esteem in which the deceased was held in her native home. The pall bearers were William G. Mitchell, Milton G. Clauss, Charles L. Swartz, David McCormick, Henry P. Hontz and Charles D. Mertz.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Mrs. Stephen Ziegenfus was tendered a pleasant birthday party on Saturday evening.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Revs. C. W. Deibert and W. A. C. Eby attended the funeral of the late Rev. David Lentz at Allentowon yesterday.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Rev. W. J. Edelman and Miss Mella R. Hertz, were married Thursday evening at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Obediah Hertz, No. 531 North Seventh street, Allentown, by Presiding Elder A. M. Stirk. The couple will occupy the house recently vacated by John F. Zern.

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Across The Rippling Lehigh. Arthur Joseph, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Diebert, of Union Hill died Friday morning of pneumonia. The funeral services were held at the house on Monday morning conducted by Revs. Eby and Longacre, after which the remains were taken to Orwigsburg for burial at which place services were conducted by Rev. Eby.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. William Dreisbach, a life long resident of Franklin township, died of paralysis Monday, aged 72 years, 1 month and 16 days. He was a carpenter by trade and was employed at the Packerton shops for many years. The deceased leaves a widow, two sons and four daughters. The sons are Elmer, of Mauch Chunk, and Alfred, of East Weissport, and the daughters are Mrs. Alfred Weyhenmeyer and Mrs. William Weyhenmeyer, of Mauch Chunk, Mrs. Orlando Kemerer, of Big Creek, and Mrs. Thomas Deibert, East Weissport. The funeral was held on Thursday afternoon and was largely attended. Services were held in the People's Church at Phifer's Corner conducted by the pastor Rev. C. W. Heffner. Interment was made in the Union Hill Cemetery.

Keystone State News Condensed. The Halsted mine of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company at Duryea was the scene of an accident the other evening which killed John Monghan, Stephen Jenkins and John Titus. The men were engaged in repairing the lining of the shaft, which had been damaged by the cave-in last week. Heavy timbers were being lowered, the rope attached to them slipped off, and the timbers struck the platform upon which the three workmen were standing, with great force, demolishing it and precipitating the men to the bottom of the shaft, a distance of 300 feet. The bodies were horribly mangled.

Throughout The Valley. The wife of Wm. Adams, the well known Lehigh Valley conductor, was buried at Easton this week.

Throughout The Valley. Rev. David Lentz died at his home at Emaus Sunday, aged sixty three years. He was a member of the Evangelical Conference and was widely known.

New Mahoning. Adam Eberts is the proud father of a bright baby girl.

New Mahoning. Matthew Erwin, one of our oldest resident, died of consumption at the home of his brother Thomas Erwin. Interment was made at Summit Hill on Thursday.

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Week's News Condensed. Ed. H. Christman is happy over the arrival of a young son in his family.

Week's News Condensed. The funeral services of the late Mrs. Catharine Fritzinger, the aged mother of John and Aaron Fritzinger were held at her late home at Packerton on Sunday afternoon, Rev. J. Alvin Reber officiating. The interment was made in the Heidelburg Cemetery, the cortege leaving for that place at three o'clock Monday morning.

Purely Personal. Mrs. J. H. Brader attended the wedding of her brother at Easton on Wednesday.

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Somebody's BlunderCaused Serious Injury to a Party of Sleeping Railroad Men.

Some railroader's negligence caused a frightful accident near the Lehighton round house early Tuesday morning which resulted in the serious injury of a number of men and the wrecking of eleven cabooses. As is customary a number of cabooses were lying in a siding opposite the coal dump. Several of them were occupied by a party of railroaders, members of crews that take trains from Lehighton to Jersey City and back again and then take a passenger train for home. Monday night their train came in so late that they missed their chance to ride home so they slept in these cabooses. About four o'clock in the morning engine No. 7, came along and ran into the switch which had been carelessly left open and collied with the cabooses, and wrecking eleven of them. In one of them were sleeping John Schaffer and Benjamin Carrington, engineers; William Grubb, conductor; Harry Jones, Harry Phillips and Charles Sorg, firemen, and Nicholas Mish, brakeman. All of them were more or less injured, Schaffer seriously. They were all taken on the 6 34 A. M. train to the Easton Hospital.

Schaffer, who lives at South Easton, had his two legs and arm fractured. Carrington, of Easton, was badly cut about the head and face; Grubb, of Freemansburg, right knee cap injured; Sorg, of South Bethlehem, badly cut about the head and body, and Jones and Phillips, of South Easton, tendons in the neck torn. All the men, with the exception of Schaffer, were thrown out of the caboose for distances varying from ten to fifteen feet. Carrington was thrown clear through one of the windows.

Schaffer died at the Easton Hospital Wednesday morning. He was 47 years of age and leaves a wife and six children He was a brother to Mrs. David Voorhees, of Lehighton, and the accident happened only a short distance from her home. None of the other men's injuries are liable to be fatal.

Amos Eaches Dead. Amos Eaches, a well known citizen of this vicinity, died Saturday afternoon at his home in East Weissport after an illness of several weeks with stomach troubles, aged seventy-two years, two months and twenty days. A widow survives. The funeral took place onTuesday afternoon services being held in the United Evangelical Church, Rev. W. J. Edleman, officiating. Interment was made in the Weissport cemetery. Deceased was a contractor and builder and erected a number of buildings in this section, among them being the Lehighton public school building.

A Bashful Benedict. A story is being told about a farmer of Penn Forest who recently married a lady in

Bowmanstown. After the wedding guests had all departed, the groom placed himself in a chair behind the stove, where he remained the balance of the night. When the newly-made bride emerged from her bedroom early next morning her husband was still behind the stove and one can imagine her consternation when the bashful spouse greeted her with the following remark:

“Good morning, Kate; I'm goin' home and guess I'll be in agin next Sunday.”--Weatherly Herald.

Sittlers. David Haas, is the proud father of a bouncing baby boy.

Sittlers. A child of Jacob Weaver's was buried last week at the Ben Salem Church.

Sittlers. Andrew Kleckner, an aged citizen, was buried last Thursday, Rev. Werner officiating.

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Keystone State News Condensed. Mrs. Michael Tott and a 6-year-old daughter of John Pollish burned to death in a fire that destroyed three dwellings at Minersville, near Pottsville last week.

Keystone State News Condensed. After dressing in his best clothes, William Gruver went to the barn on his farm, near Allentown, the other day and hanged himself from a rafter.

Keystone State News Condensed. Cyrus Zeeger, a veteran of the civil war, met death under the wheels of a Shamokin & Mount Carmel trolley car last week.

Throughout The Valley. Miss Lizze O'Donnell, of Summit Hill, after dancing several hours at a ball at that place died suddenly of heart failure. She was buried on Tuesday.

Aquashicola. Charles Green and Miss Esther Ziegenfus, of this place, were married by Rev. Harrison Moyer at his residence on Sunday evening.

New Mahoning. Jacob Snyder is the happy father of a baby girl.

New Mahoning. Frank Sittler is all smiles on account of the safe arrival of a bouncing baby boy in his family.

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Week's News Condensed. An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin D. Hartman was buried on Tuesday afternoon.

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. Henry Smith, wife of the well known Mahoning milkman was buried at Ben Salem church on Tuesday. Besides a husband two children are bereft.

Week's News Condensed. Moses Heilman, one of this town's oldest residents died on Thursday morning at his home, corner Third and Alum streets, after a weeks illness with paralysis, aged about 73 years. A widow and two daughters, Mrs. Horace Heydt, Esq., and Mrs. Rev. W. K. Burndt are left to mourn. Deceased was well known having conducted the grist mill at the South end of town for many years. In his death the town has lost a good citizen.

Ed. J. Kuntz Fatally Injured. A dispatch from East St Louis, Mo., announces that twenty people were injured by an explosion at the steel mill. A gasoline tank in the foundry blew up. Of the twenty injured Ed. J. Kuntz, the company's chemist, was the most seriously and death ensued. The others were badly burned. The young man's parents, Postmaster and Mrs. Kuntz of this place, left for the scene of the accident on Tuesday night. In a telegram received here yesterday noon Mr. Kuntz states his son died shortly after the explosion. The unfortunate young man was about 25 years of age and was well and favorably known, being of exemplary habits and a gentleman in every respect. The news of his untimely end was received with many expressions of regret. His remains are expected to-morrow.

Keystone State News Condensed. While on her knees, prying, Miss Jame Phillips, of McAdoo, Schuylkill County, was instantly killed by a flash of lightning.

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Aquashicola. Miss Jennie Green died on Sunday morning of consumption. The funeral was held in the Towamensing Church on Wednesday morning. Interment was made in the church grave yard. The deceased was aged 20 years, 8 months and 18 days. Five brothers and one sister remain to mourn her death. Rev. Moyer, of the Lutheran congregation and Rev. Rupp, of the Reformed, conducted the services. The pall bearers were Wesley Fatzinger, Oscar Wagner, Howard Fatzinger and Douglas Costenbader.

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Week's News Condensed. James E. Shingler and Annie E. Rodgers, both of town were recently married by Elder James L. Boyer.

Week's News Condensed. Homer Addams, formerly of this place, will be married on the 22nd

inst., to Miss Bessie Swartz, of Allentown. His many friends and acquaintances here extend felicitations.

Week's News Condensed. The funeral of the late Moses Heilman took place from the family residence, corner Third and Alum streets, on Monday morning and was well attended by relatives and friends of the deceased. Services were held in Trinity Lutheran Church, Rev. J. H. Kuder officiating. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Week's News Condensed. All that was mortal of the late Edwrd J. Kuntz, who met an untimely death in an explosion at St. Louis last week, was consigned to the grave in Lehighton Cemetery on Sunday afternoon, in the presence of a large number of sorrowing relatives and friends. Services were held at the family residence and were conducted by Rev. D. M. Buchanan, of Mauch Chunk, and Rev. J. H. Kuder of town. It was indeed a sad occasion for the family and friends of the deceased and few eyes in the vast assemblage were not moistened with tears as the remains of the promsing young man were lowered into the grave. Many beautiful floral tributes in a measure attested the esteem in which he was held by friends and associates.

Suicide At Kresgeville.Berline Kunkle, of New York, Sends a Bullet Crashing Through His Temple.

Berline Kunkle, of New York, who has been visiting among relatives at Kresgeville the past six weeks, ended his life just as the sun was brightening the Eastern horizon yesterday morning by sending a bullet crashing through his right temple.

Nobody heard the shot and when his body was found about 7 o'clock, life had apparently been extinct for several hours. A stout rope was found tied around the man's body and it is supposed that he first attempted hanging. Kunkle was a bachelor about sixty years of age and is reported to be quite wealthy. No cause is assigned for committing the rash act and his relatives and acquaintances are at a loss to know what prompted him to end his existence.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Miller attended the funeral of a relative at Siegfrieds on Sunday.

Purely Personal. Rev. and Mrs. W. K. Berndt, of Kutztown State Normal School, were here this week to attend the funerla of the latter's father, Moses Heilman.

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Across The Rippling Lehigh. Alvin Miller and wife attended the funeral of his father at Seigfrieds on Sunday.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Francis G. Biege, of Lehighton, and Miss Emma J. Wentz were united in marriage last Saturday evening at the residence of the bride's mother on Union Hill, Rev. W. A. C. Eby officiating.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Mrs. David Schaffer died yesterday morning after a lingering illness with consumption, aged about fifty years. A husband and eight children survive. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. George Geisel, our popular blacksmith, was united in marriage on Wennesday evening to Miss Clara Miller by the Rev. J. H. Longacre. The young couple's many friends wish them much happiness throughout life.

Throughout The Valley. George Schwartz, of Allentown, died in camp at Chickamauga of dengue fever, a Southern malady. He was 22 years of age.

Throughout The Valley. August Voste, of Mauch Chunk, an engineer was found dead along the track near Nescopec Junction with his neck broken. It is supposed that in looking out of his cab his head struck a bridge abutment or protruding rock. A wife and six children survive.

Big Creek. A. W. Held became the proud father of a baby girl on Sunday.

Big Creek. Lewis Hartman and son Robert attended the funeral of the former's grandson at Lehighton last week.

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Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Kunkle attended the funeral of the former's uncle at Kresgeville on Monday.

Awful Work of Lightning. The house of Patrick Mulligan, at Nesquehoning, was struck by lightning Tuesday afternoon. His 18 year old daughter, Miss Annie, was instantly killed and Mrs. Mulligan is that badly shocked and burned that it is feared she will die. Mrs. Mulligan is a sister of Michael Cassidy, deputy surveyor of the port of Philadelphia.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. The funeral of the late Mrs. David Schaffer was held on Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. Services were held in the United Evangelical Church of which deceased was a member, Rev. W. J. Edleman officiating. Deceased was a member of William Lilly Circle, which organization attended the funeral in a body. Interment was made in the Gnaden Huetten Cemetery.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Mrs. Hannah Straussburger died at the home of her daughter Mrs. Albert Souders on Saturday morning after an illness of ten days with constipation, aged sixty-nine years, one month and twenty-five days. Four sons and four daughters survive, the

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sons are: Jacob of town; Paul and Joseph of Union Hill, and Simon, of Parryville; the daughters are: Mrs. Henry Miller, of Lehighton; Mrs. David Blose, of Bowmans, and Mrs. Albert Souders, and Mrs. Elias Ziegenfus of town. The funeral took place on Tuesday morning. Services were held in Towamensing Church, Rev. J. H. Longacre officiated, assisted by Rev. H. E. Moyer. Interment was made in the cemetery near the church.

Keystone State News Condensed. Engineer August Voest, of the Jersey Central railroad, was killed near White Haven, Luzerne county, by his head striking a bridge pier as he leaned over the side of his locomotive.

Throughout The Valley. Tuesday afternoon the body of a man was found along the Central Railroad tracks a short distance below the gas house, Mauch Chunk. An examination showed that the man had died a natural death, from what cause is not known.

Towamensing. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Bollinger attended a funeral at Pleasant Valley on Tuesday.

Towamensing. A number of our people attended the funeral of Berline Kunkle at Kresgeville on Monday.

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Week's News Condensed. Robert Grim, of West Penn, and Miss Ida Williamson, of town, were married by Rev. Abraham Bartholomew at his residence in South Lehighton on Thursday.

Week's News Condensed. Augustus Oswald, a well known resident of Lehighton, died at hs home on Bankway last Friday morning, aged 64 years and some months. Death was due to liver trouble from which he was a sufferer for a long time. A wife and eight children survive, five sons and three daughters. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon. Services were held in United Evangelical church, East Weissport, Rev. Edleman officiating. Interment was made in the Weissport cemetery. A large number of relatives and friends attended the last sad rites.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Squire John S. Miller, a former resident of this place, died at his home at South Bethlehem on Tuesday from dropsy. Deceased was aged about fifty-three years and leaves a wife, two daughters and a son to mourn his death. During his residence here for upwards of twenty-five years, he made many friends who will learn with sorrow of his death. The funeral will take place this morning. The cortege will arrive via the L. V. R. R. at 9.30 and proceed to the Evangelical church, of which deceased was a member for many years. Interment will be made in Union Hill cemetery.

Throughout The Valley. Lewis Miller, a well known citizen of Mauch Chunk, was kicked in the abdomen by a vicious colt on Tuesday and death ensued.

Parryville. Sammy Hartman is all smiles over the arrival of a young daughter in his family.

Parryville. Wm. Miller and wife and Charles Miller and wife, attended the funeral of their step father, who was buried in Catasauqua last week.

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Aquashicola. A bright baby girl made its appearance in the family of Rev. Moyer on Tuesday.

New Mahoning. A bouncing baby boy made its arrival in the family of Wm. Frantz last week.

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Week's News Condensed. Morris Wertmand and Miss Hattie Painter were joined in wedlock last week.

Week's News Condensed. Wilmer Stransberry was married last Saturday evening at the residence of his parents on North Second street, to Miss Minnie Buck of Weissport. Rev. J. H. Kuder officiated. After the ceremony the Arion Cornet Band tendered the couple a serenade.

Week's News Condensed. Miss Jennie, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Trainer was married at high noon yesterday to E. J. Fisher, of Mountain Top, at the Trainer residence on Second street. Rev. J. Alvin Reber, of the Reformed church officiated. The young couple have the best wishes of a large circle of friends for a long and happy matrimonial career.

Week's News Condensed. Homer Addams, of Allentown, a former resident of this place, was married at high noon on Wednesday to Miss Bessie Swartz, of that city. The bride is a niece to Charles and Owen Swartz of town. Immediately after the ceremony the happy couple left on an extended wedding tour through the Northeastern States and Canada. The groom's many friends here join in wishing him and his bride a safe and prosperous voyage over the matrimonial sea.

Week's News Condensed. Supt. J. B. Storm of the Silk Mill and his estimable wife were tendered a pleasant surprise party at their residence on South First street last Friday evening. The party was given in honor of the second anniversary of their marriage. All present had a most enjoyable time. They were: Miss Ruth Hartz, Weatherly; Miss Maud Smith, E. Mauch Chunk; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Knapp, Mahanoy City; Misses Annie Lawfer, Ida Miller, Ida Roeder, Carrie Hollenbach, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Dittmar, Mr. and Mrs. A. K. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. George Diehl, Mr. and Mrs. George Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lawfer, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lawfer, Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Beidler and daughter, G. E. Clauss and George Schultz.

Death Of Amos Riegel.An Ex-County Commissioner and Ex-Sheriff of Carbon.--His Active Life.

Amos Riegel a well known citizen of this place, died at his residence at Jamestown, a suburb of Lehighton, at 6.30 o'clock Tuesday morning after being confined to the house for nine months suffering with a complications of diseases due to his advanced age. The direct cause of death was dropsy. Deceased was aged 83 years, 11 months and 6 days. He enjoyed comparatively good health until a few years ago when he suffered a stroke of appoplexy.

His career was an interesting one. Beginning life a poor boy he worked his way to riches and affluence by his indomitable will and close application to business. His strict business methods and fearless courage made his services desirable and in 1859 he was elected Sheriff of Carbon county. His excellent management of the office made him an acceptable candidate several years later for County Commissioner. He served two terms in this important office. In conversation with the writer a few days since, he remarked: “When we conducted the

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commissioners' office we tried to see how much we could save for the tax payers. Nowadays, it seems, they try to see who can squander the most.”

Mr. Riegel was twice married. His first wife died about a year after their marriage. Some years later he married a widow with two children, Mrs. T. E. Sittler, of Sittlers, and Mrs Thos. Musselman, of New Mahoning. His second wife died a few years ago. With this union there were three children, two of whom survive, Miss Sallie J. and Johan Riegel, both of town. He is also survived by a sister who resides at Lykens, Pa.

Deceased was a soldier during the rebellion and for gallantry was promoted to Second Lieut. Co. F. 34th Pa., Military Volunteers. Col. John D. Bertolette Post will have charge of the funeral which will take place from his late residence on North First street at 10 o'clock this morning. Services at the house. Interment will be made in St. John's Cemetery, Mahoning.

Passenger Train WreckedEngineer And Newsboy Killed and Many Badly Hurt.Running at a Speed of Sixty Miles an Hour the Passenger Train Leaves the Track. Engine Ploughed Into a Stone Wall.

While dashing around Ox Bow curve, between Glen Onoko and Penn Haven Junction, about 4.30 o'clock Sunday afternoon, the east-bound Jersey Central passenger train was wrecked. The train was running along at a lively rate of speed when, without a moment's warning, the locomotive, baggage car and smoker left the track. The remaining three cars of the train remained on the track.

Richard McHale, engineer, residing at Easton, was instantly killed, and the news agent, Charles Ebner, who resided with his widowed mother in South Easton, was injured so badly that he died shortly afterwards.

Wilfred Yeomans, the fireman and and Charles Taylor, baggagemaster, also of Easton, were seriously injured and the latter may not recover. Besides these two about a dozen others were more or less hurt.

At the point where the accient occurred the Jersey Central and Lehigh Valley tracks run side by side and parallel to each other. The Valley tracks are elevated about six feet above those of the Central. The Lehigh Valley east-bound passenger train, known as the first section of No. 4, and the Central train, No. 706, were running nearly side by side in the same direction.

What caused the accident is not definitely known. Either the rails spread or else an axle or pony truck under the engine broke. Whatever the cause the train jumped the track. The locomotive ran against the wall upon which the Valley tracks are laid and the baggage car followed. Both were instantly a mass of splinters and broken, twisted iron. The front end of the baggage car was thrown up on the Valley track and the Valley train hit as it passed by. The Lehigh Valley train was, however not damaged.

The smoking car rolled down the embankment, which is about fifteen feet high, into the Lehigh river. The car took a complete turn and landed with wheels down in the river. The roof was partially torn off. The passengers in this car had an experience which they will never forget.

Engineer McHale's body was found after the wreck on the Lehigh Valley tracks, with both legs cut off. He was thrown out of the cab when the locomotive plunged into the wall, and some think it was the Valley train which ran over him. Others think his legs were torn off when his engine grazed the stone wall. McHale was 53 years of age and leaves a widow and six children.

Baggagemaster Taylor and News Agent Ebner were riding in the baggage car when the crash came. The latter was frightfully cut about the face and head and his right leg was broken in

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several places. He was also injured internally. Taylor was badly injured about the head and hips. He had with him his little eight-year-old nephew. The baggage car was ground into splinters. A small piece of it rested on the engine, after the train had come to a stand still, and on top of this stood young Taylor totally unhurt. His escape is a miracle.

In the smoking car were a dozen passengers who went over the embankment. Many of the men who were riding in the rear cars hurried to the relief of those who were in the smoker and aided in extricating them from the wrecked coach by pulling them out of the windows. Fortunately the water was shallow where the cars landed.

After the wreck Brakeman Bell, of Easton, who was doing flag duty on the rear of the last coach, ran three miles to Penn Haven Junction, which was the nearest telegraph office, to send for aid. The Central hospital car and a corps of surgeons from Mauch Chunk were dispatched to the scene of the accident as quickly as possible.

Railroaders say there is not a particle of truth in the report that the Central and Valley trains were racing. Both are fast trains. The Central train must make all stops, and in order to make it scheduled time, the wheels must turn as fast as it is possible to make them go. The rules of the railroad companies strictly forbid racing, and locomotive engineers are not acustomed to jeopardize their lives and the lives of the passengers in their care by speeding their trains.

Weissport Items. Josiah Thomas, the 12 year old son of Harrison Smith, of Pine Run, was drowned in Boyer's dam of that place last Thursday. The lad had been fishing alone and just how the accident happened connot be ascertained. The funeral took place on Monday. Interment at Big Creek, Rev. J. G. Rupp, of Parryville officiating.

Weissport Items. The funeral of the late 'Squire J. S. Miller, of South Bethlehem, took place last Friday morning, interment being made at this place. Services were held in the Evangelical Church and were conducted by Rev. J. I. Yotter, of Bangor, assisted by Rev. J. W. Boyer, of South Bethlehem. A delegation of the Knights of Honor and the Improved Order of Red Men attended the funeral in a body. A large concourse of relatives and friends also witnessed the last sad rites.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Miss Clare, the eight year old daughter of Hon. And Mrs. Webster C. Weiss, of Bethlehem, formerly of this place, was buried yesterday afternoon.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. An infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Eberts died on Sunday and was buried at Big Creek on Tuesday. Rev. J. H. Longacre officiating. The family have the sympathy of their many friends in the loss of their child.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. The funeral of Mrs. Alice M. Roscholor, widow of James Roscholor, who died at her home in Philadelphia on Monday, took place on Wednesday noon. The remains were brought to this place for interment. Deceased was the daughter of Jonas and Catharine Bowman and was born in this place in 1851. She is survived by three sisters and three brothers. She was a niece of Wm. Koons of town. The services were held in the Evangelical Church, Rev. W. A. C. Eby officiating.

In Memoriam.Weissport Pa., June 20th, 1898.To the Director, Vice Director and Brother of Franklin Lodge 2087 K. of H:

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The undersigned committee, appointed to draft resolutions on the death of our late brother John S. Miller, have attended to that duty and respectfully report for adoption by this lodge the following.

Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God in his infinite wisdom to call from our midst our beloved brother, John S. Miller who was highly esteemed by all who knew him, therefore, be it

Resolved, That while we deplore the loss of our departed brother, that we herein submit to the will of the Supreme Dictator who giveth and taketh away according to his good pleasure, and we bow in humble submission to the will of him who doeth all things well, be it

Resolved, That we tender to his bereaved family and friends in this dark hour of sorrow and affliction our sincere condolence and the full measure of our heartfelt sympathy and commend them to the care of Him who will surely give them solace and support.

Resolved, That in the death of Bro. Miller this lodge has lost, a charter member, a past dictator a faithful brother; faithful to his family, his friends and his God; that his many good qualities, his courteous kindness endeared him not only to the members of the lodge, but to all who knew him, and his merits as a man, a brother and his fidelity to God has won for him a bright crown in the Heavenly Lodge of Honor and Glory.

Resolved, That these resolutions be entered upon the minutes of this lodge, and be published in The Lehighton Press and that a copy be properly presented to the family of our deceased brother, also that our charter be draped for thirty days.Fraternally SubmittedF. J. Kast, A. J. Guth, W. H. Kramer, Committee

Nis Hollow. William Koons is the father of a bright baby.

Keystone State News Condensed. The passenger train on the Central railroad of New Jersey was wrecked six miles above Mauch Chunk Sunday, and Engineer Richard McHale, of Easton, and News Agent Charles Ebner, of South Eaton, were killed. Wilfred Yeomans, the fireman, and Charles Taylor, the baggage master, both of Easton were very badly hurt.

Keystone State News Condensed. Milkman Lewis Miller, of Mauch Chunk, was instantly killed by a kick on the head from a vicious horse.

Keystone State News Condensed. Seized with cramps while bathing near Mahanoy City, young Frank Ferguson was drowned.

Throughout The Valley. Anthony Beer, an old bachelor, who resided with his brother Frank, in Polk Township, Monroe county, Pa., died on Thursday night. The deceased was aged 66 years, 1 month and 27 days. The funeral took place on Wednesday morning at the Jerusalem Church.

Aquashicola. Milton Green who died of consumption last week was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Saturday.

Sittlers. Calvin Steigerwalt, of Mahoning Valley is the proud father of a bouncing baby boy.

Sittlers. T. E. Sittler and wife attended the funeral of the late Amos Reigel at Lehighton this morning.

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Volume 13, Number 11, Friday, July 1, 1898

Week's News Condensed. The funeral of the late Amos Riegel, which occurred last Friday morning, was largely attended. Rev. Derr, of Reading, assisted by Rev. J. Alvin Reber conducted the services.

Week's News Condensed. John F. O. Hoffman, of Weissport, and Miss Hattie W. Kemerer, of town, were united in marriage last Saturday evening by Rev. J. H. Kuder at his residence on Fourth street.

Week's News Condensed. Irvin McDaniel, son of J. T. McDaniel, a well known Mahoning citizen, was married last week to Miss Lizzie Semmel, of East Penn, by Rev. Abraham Bartholomew. The couple will go to housekeeping in their home in Rickertsville, which the groom purchased from his father. We tender our felicitations to the young couple.

Week's News Condensed. Mrs. John Schull died Sunday evening at her home on North Third street, after an illness of over a year with dropsy. A husband and two small children are left to mourn. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon. Services were held in the Reformed Church. Rev. J. Alvin Reber, officiating. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery. Deceased was aged about 37 years.

Purely Personal. Mrs. E. S. Hibble attended the wedding of her niece at Easton yesterday.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. George Strohm is rejoicing over the safe arrival of a young son.

Aquashicola. Harry Zellner, of Slatington, was fishing at Rutherford's dam, Lehigh Gap on Friday and had the misfortune of fall into the water and drown. He worked the night before and it is believed he fell asleep and rolled over the dam into the water. His companion not being near him heard the splashing of the water when he found him in. He ran in to get him, but was powerless. A jury, consisiting of Dr. J. C. Kreamer Chas. George, E. H. Mooney, Daniel Behler, Benjamin George and Henry George announced it an accidental drowning. He was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Monday morning.

Volume 13, Number 12, Friday, July 8, 1898

Week's News Condensed. A young cigar-maker arrived at the home of Adam Buck on Bankway. “Ad” is all smiles.

Week's News Condensed. Isaac Breyfogel, aged 77 years died at his home on Bridge street Saturday morning after a lingering illness with dropsy. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon, interment being made in the Cherryville Cemetery.

Week's News Condensed. Webster H. Christman, a popular young man of town, was married last Saturday evening to Miss Miram Horn, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Horn by the Rev. John H. Kuder at his residence on Fourth street. The young couple have the best wishes of a large circle of friends for a happy and prosperous journey through life.

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Purely Personal. George E. Clauss was best man at the Wolbach-Smith Wedding in East Mauch Chunk on Saturday evening. Miss Annie Laufer and George Schultz were among the guests in attendance.

Joy at a Funeral. Rev. Father Heinan, of E. Mauch Chunk, was at Lansford on Monday and conducted a burial service for one of the four victims of the Middleport drowning, near Tamaqua, on Thursday. The funeral was held with a Requiem High Mass at St. Michael's Hungarian Catholic Church, and interment was afterwards made at Summit Hill. The deceased was a total stranger. He was brought to Lansford under the impressing that he belonged to that town, but when the coffin was opened, just prior to the burial, the supposed widow was much overjoyed to find that the man in the casket was not her husband.

Across The Rippling Lehigh. Oliver Koons was united in marriage last Saturday evening to Miss Emma Christman, of Trachsville, Rev. H. E. Moyer performed the ceremony.

Bowmanstown. The five year old son of Jas. Wilman was buried on Wednesday morning. Interment was made in the Ashfield Cemetery.

Sittlers. Nathan Hunsicker, aged 82 years, 3 months and 25 days, died last week at his home at West Penn, from a complication of diseases. Deceased was twice married. He leaves to mourn a widow, seven children, 37 grand children and fourteen great grand children. The funeral took place on Sunday, Rev. L. A. Werner, of Parryville, officiating. The services were largely attended.

New Mahoning. Lewis Zimmerman and wife and Aaron Zimmerman and wife were attending the funeral of the late Nathan Hunsicker Sr. at West Penn on Sunday.

Volume 13, Number 13, Friday, July 15, 1898

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Druckenmiller and children left this morning for Lancaster to attend the funeral of the former's mother, who died on Tuesday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Emanuel Clauss, Rev. and Mrs. W. H. Strauss, and Al. Clauss are at Fogelsville, Lehigh County to-day attending the funeral of Henry Clauss. Deceaed was aged 81 years and was the father of Emanuel and Al. Clauss and Mrs. Strauss.

Death Of James Ash.Well Known Ex-County Commissioner Answers Last Roll Call.

James Ash, one of Carbon county's most prominent citizens passed away Saturday afternoon at his home on the road leading from Bowmanstown to Millport. He enjoyed good health until within a few days of his demise when he was taken ill with stomach disorders. Deceased was aged 71 years.

His wife, nine children, two brothers, one sister, twnety-five grandchildren and three great grandchildren survive. Mrs. Ash is feeble and in ill health. The children are: Mrs. L. P. Peters and Mrs. William Shellenberger, East Mauch Chunk; Mrs. Levi Boyer and Mrs. John Jacoby, Allentown; Mrs. Lewis Eckert, Bowmanstown; Mrs. Michael Strobecker, Blue

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Springs, Nebraska; Robert Reuben and Frank Ash, all of Lower Towamensing. The brothers are: Joseph, of New York, and John Ash, of Lehigh Gap. Mrs. Eliza Solt, of Bowmantown, is a sister.

The deceased was a member of Carbon Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, of Mauch Chunk, and was a County Commissioner from 1876 to 1882. He was a life long Republican and the acknowledged leader of his district many years. He was born in Northampton county and came to Carbon while a young man, residing in the neighborhood of Bowmanstown continuously since. He was a devout, christian gentleman and was honored by all his neighbors and hundreds of personal acquaintances.

The funeral took place yesterday morning at 9 o'clock. Services were held in the Evangelical Church at Aquashicola of which congregation deceased was an earnest member. A large concourse of people witnessed the last sad rites. Interment was made in Towamensing Cemetery.

From Over The River. Mrs. William Koons, who had been suffering with catarrh of the stomach for several months past, died at her home on Monday evening, aged 63 years. Deceased was a kind mother and liked by all who knew her. A husband, five sons and three daughters survive. The sons are: Frank, David and Oliver Koons, of town, U. S. Koons, Esq., of Philadelphia, and Lorenzo Koons, of Lehighton; Mrs. Frank Reed and Mrs. James Williams, of town, and Mrs. J. A. Phillips, of Scranton, are the daughters. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon and was largely attended. Short services were held at the house after which the cortege proceeded to the Weissport Cemetery where interment was made. Following interment services were held in the United Evangelical Church of which deceased was an earnest member and worker, Rev. W. J. Edleman officiating.

Keystone State News Condensed. Among the steerage passengers on the ill-fated steamer Bourgogne were 23 from the vicinity of Scranton. They were Ferdinand Stafferino and wife and child, Caterina Molinan, Liugui Masone and wife and five children, Aurelia Gavazza and wife and three children, Abrame Gavazza and wife and three children, John Matha and Liugi Nicola. Aurelia Gavazza had with him $2,000. He and his brother, with their families were returning to Italy to live. Of the 23 Ferdinand Stafferino (printed Stiffno in the reports) and John Matha are believed to be saved.

Keystone State News Condensed. While oiling pulleys on the Mahanoy Plane, Arthur Goff was struck by a car and instantly killed.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Blose, an aged lady who with her husband moved from the Fire Line to Weatherly several months ago, died at that place on Tuesday morning far advanced in years. The deceased was the mother of Artemus Blose, a Lehigh Valley engineer, and the wife of ex-County Commissioner J. C. Sandel, of Weatherly. Other surviving children are Mrs. Robert Scherer and Mrs. Al. Schwartz, of Weatherly, and Mrs. Edwin Laurish of Packerton.

Aquashicola. Mrs. Julia Smith and Joseph Shook were married by Rev. Werner at his parsonage at Parryville on Saturday evening.

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Volume 13, Number 14, Friday, July 22, 1898

All Around The Town. The four-year old son of Charles Billman Jr. was buried yesterday.

All Around The Town. William E. Jones, of Slatington, and Miss Maggie Hess, daughter of Joseph Hess, were wedded on Saturday evening at the home of the bride's parents, South Lehighton. Rev. J. Alvin Reber tied the nuptial know. The wedding was a very happy affair and was attended by a large number of guests.

Attended a Golden Wedding. Mr. and Mrs. John T. Semmel and family, Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Deifenderfer and Mr. and Mrs. Howard Deifenderfer and daughter drove to Pleasant Corner, Lehigh county, Saturday in Ebert's handsome coach, where they attended the golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Bittner, the parents of Mrs. Semmel and Mrs. A. F. Deifenderfer. Numerous other relatives were present and the day was pleasantly spent. Misses Mame and Emma Semmel rendered music for the occasion.

Death of Stinson Hagaman.Stinson Hagaman, for many years a resident of Lehighton died last Friday afternoon at

the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Lee Wills, Weissport, with whom he made his home for the past several months. Death was due to paralysis and other diseases incident to old age. Deceaesd was aged 79 years and leaves a widow and four daughters to mourn his departure. The daughters are Mrs. Lee Wills, Mrs. E. J. Solt, Weissport; Mrs. Frank J. Kistler, East Stroudsburg; Mrs. M. A. Weiss, Philadelphia. His death is the first in his inmediate family for a period of sixty-five years.

Mr. Hagaman was well known among the citizens of the county, having conducted a jewelry store in this town for many years.

The funeral took place on Monday afternoon. After a short service at the Wills residence in Weissport the cortege proceeded to the Lehighton M. E. Church wehre funeral services were held, Rev. A. A. Thompson officiating. Interment was made in Lehighton Cemetery.

From Over The River. Ed. Stout is the proud father of a young son.

Throughout The Valley. James S. Loose, a prominent Mauch Chunk attorney, died suddenly of heart failure on Tuesday evening at Scranton, where he had been visiting. He was a native of Lebanon county and came to Carbon in the 70's residing at Mauch Chunk continually since. He was aged about 45 years and was unmarried. Deceased was well known and highly respected.

Volume 13, Number 15, Friday, July 29, 1898

All Around The Town. Born—a girl to Mr. and Mrs. Morris Koch, of Fourth street.

All Around The Town. Mr. and Mrs. John Trainer, Jr. mourn the death of their infant child, which became suddenly ill with stomach complaint on Tuesday night and died on Wednesday morning. The funeral will take place at 10 o'clock this morning.

All Around The Town. Harry F. Stocker has reached love's climax and on the 25th of next month

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he will be wedded to Miss Annie, daughter of C. B. Wannamaker, of Allentown, the Register of Wills of Lehigh county. In advance we tender felicitations.

All Around The Town. Cyril Rehrig, of town, and Miss Louise Reichelderfer, of Allentown, were united in wedlock last Friday night at the parsonage of Bethany United Evangelical Church by Rev. C. L. Oswald, of that city. After the ceremony the couple left for Niagara Falls to spend their honey-moon.

All Around The Town. Robt. J. Hontz, of town, and Miss Lena Kinzel, of Packerton, were united in marriage last Saturday evening at the residence of and by the Rev. John H. Kuder, of Trinity Lutheran Church. The young couple's many friends wish them unbounded happiness throughout life.

All Around The Town. Miss Lillian, the estimable daughter of Ex-Burgess and Mrs. Mahlon Reichard, was quietly wedded on Wednesday afternoon to Frank F. Fatzinger, a popular young Weissport gentleman. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. H. Kuder at the residence of the bride's parents, on Third street, and was witnessed by only a few near relatives. Immediately after the ceremony the happy couple left for Ocean Grove and other seaside resorts where they will spend their honeymoon. A safe and happy voyage over the matrimonial sea is the wish of their many friends.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. David Christman and family and Miss Lillie McCormick attended the funeral of Mr. Christman's brother's child at Brodheadsville on Wednesday.

From Over The River. Born—a girl to Rev. and Mrs. T. H. Krick on Friday.

From Over The River. Mrs. Frank Reed attended the funeral of a child of U. S. Koons, Esq., at Philadelphia last week.

Keystone State News Condensed. Horribly mangled, the body of Thomas Thomas, of Locust Gap, Northumberland county, was found Tuesday morning on the railroad tracks near that town.

Keystone State News Condensed. Bicycler Frank Bofir, crossing the railroad tracks at Avoca, Luzerne County, was struck by a train a few days ago and so badly injured that he soon died.

Bowmanstown. Purietta Straup is the happy father of a baby girl. It makes Grandpa Straup smile, too.

Bowmanstown. Grant Beer and Lillie Blose were united in the holy bonds of wedlock on Monday evening, by Rev. Rupp, at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. Wm. Blose. The newly wedded couple have the well wishes of their friends.

Volume 13, Number 16, Friday, August 5, 1898

All Around The Town. Frank Fatzinger and his bride have returned from their honeymoon and will make their home with the bride's parents on Third street.

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All Around The Town. The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hontz, of Mauch Chunk, died on Monday and was buried in the Lehighton Cemetery on Wednesday afternoon.

All Around The Town. Mr. and Mrs. John Gerrity, Jr., who recently moved from Mauch Chunk, to Jamestown, mourn the death of their two year old child. The funeral took place on Tuesday interment being made at Weatherly.

From Over The River. William Graver and Miss Lillie Fisher, of Franklin, were recently united in marriage by Rev. Thos. H. Krick.

From Over The River. An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. William Reich died on Monday and was buried on Wednesday morning, Rev. J. H. Longacre officiating.

Sittlers. Syrus Breiner was married to Miss Alice Hontz on Sunday. We wish the young couple a happy journey through life.

Keystone State News Condensed. In the presence of her horrified father and mother and their three other children, four-year-old Florence Estella, daughter of Idis Eisenhower, of Shenandoah, was cut to pieces and killed by a trolley car at Pottsville last Saturday evening. They were going to Palo Alto on a visit, and Florence stepped between two cars, was run over and had both hands and a leg cut off.

Keystone State News Condensed. Fifteen Eastonians darnk from a condemned spring and had typhoid fever and one of them died.

Bowmanstown. A child of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Steigerwalt was buried in the Lutheran Cemetery on Saturday by Rev. A. J. L. Breinig.

Nis Hollow. The infant child of B. F. Steigerwalt was buried on Saturday aged one year 1 month and 4 days. Interment was made in Bowmans Cemetery.

Volume 13, Number 17, Friday, August 12, 1898

All Around The Town. Born—a girl to Mr. and Mrs. Amandus Rehrig, Second street.

All Around The Town. James Long is confined to his home at Packerton with a severe attack of illness.

All Around The Town. Harry Long's home at Sunny Side was brightened last week by the arrival of a young son.

All Around The Town. Miss Bella Kreidler was tendered a pleasant sociable last Friday evening in honor of her birthday anniversary.

All Around The Town. Miss Nettie, the estimable daughter, of Mr. and Mrs. John Geggus of town, was married at East Mauch Chunk Monday afternoon to Samuel Zellner, the

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photographer, and the accomplished clarionet player of the Mauch Chunk Band. The many friends of the young couple join in wishing them a happy journey through life.

Purely Personal. John and Charles Obert and Bernard Leonard attended the funeral of the former's uncle in Crawford county this week. Deceased was the only brother of the late Joseph Obert.

From Over The River. Butcher James Williams is the father of a bouncing baby boy.

Prof. T. M. Balliet Married.Prof. Thos. M. Balliet, the well known educator, now superintendent of schools of

Springfield, Mass., was married last week to Miss Elizabeth Stearns, of Winthrop Highlands, daughter of the supervisor of music in the Springfield schools.

Prof. Balliet is a native of Mahoning township, this county, and is a brother, to Attorney N. M. and Dr. C. J. Balliet of town. The Professor enjoyed single blessedness for forty-six years.

Keystone State News Condensed. John Uhrweider, outside boss at the Sloan colliery at Scranton, a few weeks ago mourned the death of the mother of his four children. On her dying bed the wife urged the husband within a suitable time to get himself another wife, for his children's sake. Anna Duggan, the Associated Charities' agent, was at once interested, and said she would find the proper woman for Uhrweider. Last week Mrs. Sarah Roberts, widow, presented herself as the candidate, and left satisfactory credentials with Mrs. Duggan, and with her brother she reappeared and met Uhrweider. The couple were then married.

Sittlers. Reuben Neff who died last Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock was buried on Monday. He was aged 65 years, 5 months and 9 days and leaves to mourn a wife and two children, Mrs. James Bailey, of Ashfield, and Chas residing at home. Rev. Strauss officiated at the last sad rites. The pall bearers were David Wehr, Tilghman Guldner, Washington Hoppes and Samuel Snyder.

Parryville. Seymore Snyder is the proud father of a bouncing baby boy.

Normal Square. A young couple will soon be in wedded bliss. Uriah's many friends wish him a happy life.

Aquashicola. Wesley Fatzinger who was married lately was serenaded on Saturday evening. The jolly party had an extravagant time afterwards.

Aquashicola. Levi Straup, a retired farmer, died last week and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Tuesday. The services were held in the Towamensing church. Rev. Stermer of the Evangelical church and Rev. Krick, of Weissport, officiated.

Nis Hollow. Mrs. Lauer a widow, celebrated her 88th birthday anniversary on Monday.

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Volume 13, Number 18, Friday, August 19, 1898

All Around The Town. Levi Fogel is the happy dad of a young son.

All Around The Town. James Ashner is the proud dad of a fourteen pound baby boy which arrived last Friday.

All Around The Town. On account of her approaching marriage Miss Mame Semmel has tendered her resignation as organist of Trinity Lutheran Church, to take effect September 1st.

Obituary. Mrs. David Kemerer died at her home on North Second street last Friday morning after a brief illness with kidney troubles aged 45 years and 7 months. Deceased was Mr. Kemerer's second wife. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon, sevices being held in Trinity Lutheran Church conducted by Rev. John H. Kuder. Interment was made in Lehighton Cemetery. The Ladies of the G. A. R., of which deceased was a member attended in a body. She was an estimable lady and had many friends who sympathize with the bereaved husband.

Mrs. Charles Hollenbach died at the residence of her husband on North Fourth street, Monday morning after suffering for some time with dropsy. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Heinrich officiating. Deceased was aged twent-six years and was the mother of one child.

Tendered a Surprise. Mrs. Vester David was tendered a surprise party at her home on South Fourth street on Monday evening in honor of her birthday anniversary. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Rex, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Fronheiser and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Harding and daughter, Mrs. John Rex, Carrie Fogel, Bertie David, James Fronheiser, John Fronheiser, Gussie Mertz, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin McDaniel, John and Charles Seidle, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Seidle, Charles Ritzy, Mrs. Edward Beer and Fred Wolf.

Keystone State News Condensed. William Puckey, a minedriver boy, at Archbald, Lackawanna County, was dragged to death by a runaway mule, the other day, his foot catching in the trace chain.

Keystone State News Condensed. At Priceburg, Lackawanna County, Thomas Jones met a terrible death by falling 400 feet down a mine shaft last week.

Throughout The Valley. Thomas Quigley aged 24 years, of Summit Hill, was killed in Philadelphia last Friday morning while working on the Reading subway.

Throughout The Valley. Robert Helfrich, aged 19 years, of Helfrich Spring, and Robert Eberwine, aged 21 years, of Mechanicsville, were drowned at Laury's Island on Wednesday afternoon. They were out rowing when the little Steamer “Trilby” crashed into their boat with the above result.

Throughout The Valley. Valentine J. Armbruster, of East Mauch Chunk, a member of Co. L. 9th

Pa. Regt, died of typhoid fever at Chickamauga last Friday night. His remains were brought home and interred on Wednesday. He was given a military funeral. Deceased was a son of the

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late Fidel Armbruster.

Parryville. Charles Miller is the proud “dad” of a bouncing baby boy.

Parryville. A young son made its appearance in the family of Percy Peters last week.

Big Creek. Edgar Kresge of this place and Miss Pruella Fisher, of North Weissport, were united in marriage last Saturday evening at the home of the bride's parents Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Fisher.

Bowmanstown. George Remaly and wife attended the funeral of Mrs. David Kemerer at Lehighton on Monday.

Volume 13, Number 19, Friday, August 26, 1898

All Around The Town. Howard Oswald, of Weissport, and Miss Stella Mundy, of town, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony on Wednesday evening.

All Around The Town. Miss Lillian Spoonheimer, of town, was united in marriage at Philadelphia last Tuesday evening to Irvin Scypes, formerly of this place. The young couple's many friends wish them a safe voyage over life's tempestous sea.

All Around The Town. Miss Mame D. Semmel, the accomplished daughter of John T. Semmel, cashier of the First Natioanl Bank was united in marriage to Wm. H. Beckendorf, Jr., of Brooklyn, N. Y., on Monday, August 1st, by Rev. J. W. Knapp, in Epiphany Lutheran Church parsonage at New York City. The happy young couple will make their home at Brooklyn. Mr. and Mrs. Beckendorf have the best wishes of a whole host of friends for a happy and prosperous journey over the matrimonial sea.

Purely Personal. Miss Hattie Rex attended a wedding at Lynnville, Lehigh county, yesterday.

Death of James Beever, Sr. James Beever, Sr., died at his home at Weissport, on Sunday aged 82 years, 1 month and 10 days. Deceased incident to old age was the immediate cause of his death. A widow and four children are left to mourn. The children are James, Jr., John, Mrs. John Esrang, Sr., and Miss Bella all of Franklin. The funeral took place on Wednesday morning and was largely attended. Services were held in the Reformed Church, Rev. T. H. Krick, officiating.

From Over The River. An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hontz, of Union Hill, died on Monday and was buried on Thursday afternoon. Rev. T. H. Krick officiated.

Aquashicola. A grand and well arranged surprise party was given Mrs. Jacob Snyder on Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock, in honor of her birthday anniversary. Mrs. Snyder was the recipient of many gifts and those who enjoyed the occasion were: Edwin Ziegenfus and wife, Mrs. Wm. Buck, Reuben Ash and wife, Neuton Kemerer and wife, Mrs. Eliza Ziegenfus, Mrs. John Boyer, Mrs. John Dodendorf, Mrs. Joseph Heimbach, Misses Lizzie Ziegenfus, Cora Miller, Mary Ash, Mame McFarland, Mary Kreamer, Emma Ash; Messrs. D. A. Kistler, Milton Beers, Stoke Drumheller, Lee Beers, Ray Bowman, of Slatington, Mrs. Wesley

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Kreamer, of Lehigh Gap, Mrs. David Christman, of Lehighton, Mrs. Wesley Bowman and Carrie Drake, of Slatington. Miss Mame Seem, of Elmira, N. Y. furnished the music.

Keystone State News Condensed. During a thunder storm recently at Reading Harvey, son of Stephen Greenawalt, was struck and instantly killed by lightning on the farm of Jefathan Horne, southwest of New Ringgold, where he was employed. A dog, which was tied by an iron chain, about 15 feet away, at another building, was instantly killed, and the chain was partly fused.

Keystone State News Condensed. Michael Most, of Plymouth township, who had been suffering from a cancer in the side, and who had been given up by the doctors as incurable, a few days ago took a large table knife and cut the cancer out, but left such a large opening that he bled to death before the arrival of a physician.

Keystone State News Condensed. Daniel Cotterman, a farmer residing in Rockland township, went for berries a few days ago. Not returning in the evening, a search was made, and his dead body was found at the food of a steep embankment. His neck was broken.

Keystone State News Condensed. Henry Crow, aged 30, a saloonkeeper of Nanticoke, attemped to repair the arc light in front of his place of business last night, when he received a shock which caused his death.

Keystone State News Condensed. From blood poisoning, which developed from cutting her hand on the jagged edge of a tomato can, Miss Maggie Williams died at Shamokin a few days ago.

Throughout The Valley. William Murphy, of Wilkes-Barre, was killed on the Central Railroad at Glen Onoko on Monday night. He was struck by a passenger train.

Bowmanstown. The Ladies of the Lutheran congregation surprised Mrs. Rev. A. J. L. Breinig on Saturday afternoon, it being Mrs. Breinig's birthday. After a sumptuous repast the ladies returned to their respective homes.

Volume 13, Number 20, Friday, September 2, 1898

All Around The town. Harry F. Stocker, of town, was married last Thursday evening to Miss Anna Wannamaker. The ceremony was performed at the residence of the bride's parents at Allentown and was witnessed by only the parents of the contracting parties. The young couple have taken up their residence with the groom's parents on North First street. The best wishes of a host of friends go with them.

All Around The Town. Mrs. Rebecca Neitzel, relict of the late Adam Neitzel, departed this life last Saturday morning after a lingering illness, aged about 68 years. Deceased made her home with her sister, Mrs. Frank Leibenguth, for a number of years. She was the mother of Mrs. H. A. Beltz. The funeral took place Monday afternoon from the Leibenguth residence, North First street and was largely attended. Rev. J. Alvin Reber conducted the last sad rites.

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Purely Personal. Ex-Sheriff George Bower, of Lehigh county, was in town last Friday visiting his aged mother Mrs. Elizabeth Bower, North First street. Mrs. Bower will be ninety-five years old on the 11th of October. She enjoys fair health and looks as if she would reach the century mark.

Death of James Long.Packerton's Well Known Resident Passes Away After a Short Illness.

James Long a well known resident of Packerton, and for many years foreman of the Lehigh Valley Railroad blacksmith and machine shops at that place, died Monday morning after an illness of several weeks, aged sixty-eight years, two months and eleven days. He is survived by a widow and three sons, William H. Charles E. and Harry G. and one daughter, Mrs. Mame Nusbaum.

Deceased was a native Mauch Chunker, where he learned the trade of blacksmith. After working several years for himself at White Haven, he came to Packerton and took charge of the Lehigh Valley shops which position he filled until last March. Since then Mr. Long was engaged in erecting a cozy dwelling for himself on North Second street. The building was about completed and he set about cleaning up preparatory to taking possession of the place. He overworked himself and one ailment brought on another finally compelling him to take to his bed from which he never arose.

The funeral took place yesterday afternoon from the family residence at Packerton and was largely attended. The Mauch Chunk Lodge of Free Masons, of which deceased was a member, attended in a body. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Aquashicola. There were three funerals at the Towamensing Cemetery this week. The young child of Richard Green died last week of Summer complaint and was buried on Sunday morning. The youngest child of Edwin Ziegenfus was buried on Sunday afternoon. The 6-year-old son of Mr. Moyer was buried on Monday morning.

Keystone State News Condensed. Gilbert B. Curry, state secretary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, was instantly killed by a bolt of lightning while returning from a funeral at Plains, near Wilkesbarre, a few days ago. His friends, Morris Conniff and F. Kinney, were badly stunned. Curry was 30 years old, and principal of a township school.

Keystone State News Condensed. While assisting to remove the wreck of an exploded boiler at the Pen Argyl slate quarry, Northampton County, William Parsons was killed by a falling derrick.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Abraham Knappenberger, of Ashfield, died Tuesday morning after a short illness with paralysis, aged about sixty-five years. She is survived by her husband. The funeral took place yesterday.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Sarah Shellenberger, died at her home on the road between Fireline and Lehigh Gap, Tueday noon, aged about thirty-two years. The direct cause of her death was consumption. A husband and three children are left to mourn. Deceaed was a daughter of the late James Ash who died a short time ago.

Big Creek. An infant son fo Lizzie Markley died last Wednesday at the residence of Wm.

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Ziegenfus. He was aged 6 months, 11 days. Interment took place last Friday in Big Creek Cemetery. Rev. J. H. Longacre officiated.

Volume 13, Number 21, Friday, September 9, 1898

All Around The Town. Councilman and Mrs. Otto Dittmar mourn the death of an infant son which occurred on Wednesday. The funeral will take place on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock.

Lehighton Business Man Married.Last Wednesday at Rupert, Pa., John K. Ellis, proprietor of the Spot Cash Store, South

First street, was joined in the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss Lillian V. Roberts at the residence of the bride's parents at that place.

Since launching in business at this place Mr. Ellis has, by exemplary habits and fair dealings, made many friends who join in wishing him and his estimable bride a long and happy wedded life. After returning from their honeynoon Mr. and Mrs. Ellis will go to housekeeping in town.

Died at St. Luke's Hospital. Emanuel Arner, of Packerton, died Tuesday morning at St. Luke's Hospital, South Bethlehem, where he was being treated for appendicitis, aged about twenty-four years. Deceased leaves a wife and two small children. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon from the family residence at Packerton. Interment was made in Parryville Cemetery.

Aquashicola. Thomas Bray and wife attended the funeral of the latter's brother at Schnecksville on Tuesday.

Big Creek. Stewart Eckhart and Miss Alice Miller were united in marriage last Saturday. Rev. J. H. Longacre, of Weissport, performed the ceremony. We wish them health and happiness through life.

Keystone State News Condensed. During a riot among foreign miners at Mt. Carmel, the other night, Mrs. David Jones died from excitement, and Chief of Police Nicholas Morgan was badly used up. The foreigners were making a great racket, and the Chief tried to clear them out, as they greatly disturbed Mrs. Jones, who lay sick. The gang pounced upon him, and he was soon knocked senseless. Police came to their Chief's rescue, and nine of the rioters were arrested. The sick woman died while the fight was in progress.

Keystone State News Condensed. While his mother's back was turned the infant son of A. W. Sausser, of Easton, upset a crock full of boiling water over himself and was scalded to death.

Keystone State News Condensed. During the absence of their mother, the children of George A. Borzell, of Bethlehem, played with matches and a two-year-old girl was burned to death.

Throughout The Valley. William McTague, an East Mauch Chunk railroader, was cut in two by falling off his train at Perkasie on the North Penn road. He was aged about forty years and leaves a wife and three small children.

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Parryville. The funeral of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Green, of Weatherly, took place last Friday. Interment being made in Parryville cemetery.

Parryville. The remains of James, the five-year-old son of Arbey Brown, of Hokendauqua, were brought to this place for interment on Tuesday afternoon. Services wwere held in the Reformed Church and were conducted by Revs. C. W. Heffner and J. Alvin Reber.

Sittlers. Tilghman Wehr and Miss Meta Fritz were united in the holy bonds of matrimony at Lehighton last Sunday. They have the best wishes of their many friends.

Volume 13, Number 22, Friday, September 16, 1898

All Around The Town. Mr. and Mrs. Morris Wertman mourn the death of an infant child.

All Around The Town. J. Irvin Best wears a big broad smile on account of the arrival of a young son in his family.

All Around The Town. Preston Koch, of Bankway, was made happy on Monday evening by his good wife presenting him with twin boys.

All Around The Town. Miss Clara Heilman and Pierce Crauthamel, of town, were recently united in marriage by Rev. J. Alvin Reber at the residence of the bride's sister, Mrs. Harry Weidaw, on north Second street. They were tendered a serenade by a calethumpian band.

All Around The Town. Mrs. Mary Ann Ratcliffe died Monday night at her home on South First street, aged seventy-four years. She was a consumptive for many years and the dread decease finally tightened its death grip upon her and life slowly ebbed away. Deceaed was a kind Christian lady and was beloved by all her acquaintances. Her husband preceeded her to the spirit world twenty-three years ago. Two sons, Edward and Justice, both of town, survive. The funeral took place from her late home at 1:30 o'clock yesterday afternoon. Rev. Mitchell, assistant rector St. Mark's Church of Mauch Chunk, conducted the last sad rites. Interment was made in the Mauch Chunk Cemetery.

Purely Personal. Engineer Abel Rohrbach was at Catawissa on Monday attending the funeral of his aged father.

Resolutions Of Condolence.At a meeting of the Committee of Washington Camp, No. 122, P. O. S. of A., the

following resolutions were adopted:Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God the Supreme Ruler, to again come into our midst

and remove from among us our esteemed Brother, Emanuel Arner, andWhereas, in the untimely demise of our late Brother, our camp has lost an efficient

brother and member, and his family a dear, loving husband and father, therefore be itResolved, that we tender our most sincere sympathy and condolence to the wife and

family of our departed brother in this sad hour of affliction.Resolved, that in respect to the memory of our deceased brother our charter be draped in

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mourning for a period of thirty days. That these resolutions be entered on the minutes of our camp, and a copy of the same be sent to the family of the deceased, and published in The Lehighton Press and the Carbon Advocate.Warren D. Connor, Charles A. Boyer, Harry Hammond, Committee.

Aquashicola. Edwin Serfass and Miss Ida Andrew were united in the holy bonds of matrimony on Saturday evening. Their many friends wish them a happy journey through life.

Nis Hollow. The home of Benjiman Nothstein was brightened by the appearance of a baby boy.

Nis Hollow. Mrs. Lauer, who celebrated her 90th birthday a few weeks ago left on Tuesday for Heidleburg where she will in future reside with her son.

Keystone State News Condensed. Lizzie Russell, a 7-year-old girl, was shot and instantly killed a few days ago at Scranton, by Mary Moran, 14 years of age. The Moran girl was playing with her father's self-cocking revolver, when it accidentally went off. She was arrested, but was later released on the Coroner's advice.

Keystone State News Condensed. Herman Scheid, aged 36, a restaurant keeper of Kane, was literally ground to pieces by an electric car near Union park, Williamsport, a few nights ago. He was single.

Throughout The Valley. Word was received this week that Joseph Ashmore, of E. Mauch Chunk a hero of the Santiago campaign, is dead and his body is buried in Cuba.

Volume 13, Number 23, Friday, September 23, 1898

All Around The Town. Wm. Irvin is the father of a bran new baby girl.

All Around The Town. Harry Glosser's home at Sunny Side, Packerton, was brightened the past week by the advent of a young son.

All Around The Town. Clem H. Bretney was tendered a pleasant surprise party last Saturday evening in honor of his twenty-fifth birthday anniversary. Those present thoroughly enjoyed the occasion. Before adjourning the guests were treated to refreshments.

All Around The Town. Mrs. Case, died Monday morning after a lingering illness at her home on Coal street, aged about fifty-five years. The funeral took place Wednesday, interment being made at South Easton. She was a sister to Josiah Wright the Central section boss, who made his home with the deceased. Two sons survive, her husband having preceeded her to the grave.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. E. Ash, Misses Gussie and Ella Clauss and Granville Clauss attended the fifth wedding annviersary of Mr. and Mrs. Harry F. Clauss in Philadelphia last week.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Valentine Schwartz, Mr. and Mrs. A. Bayer and Mr. and Mrs.

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George Stuber were at East Mauch Chunk Wednesday attending the funeral of the 14-year-old son of Frank Schwartz.

From Over The River. Charles Stein and Miss Lillie Fatzinger were married at Bethlehem on Sunday evening. They have gone to housekeeping in the house recently vacated by A. D. Rishel.

Keystone State News Condensed. Andrew Reichard, residing near Numedia, died last week without revealing to his wife the place where recently he secreted $2,000 in gold. He thought it safer to keep the money about the premises rather than to deposit it in a bank. $160 was found in the barn, close to the homestead. Two years ago Reichard hid $1,600 in bank notes in the barn, and one morning when he visited the hiding place to add a few greenbacks to the roll, he was almost stricken dumb to find that mice had nibbled at the money until nothing remained but a few shreds of a $50 bill.

Keystone State News Condensed. At Pittston the other evening George Barlett, who claimed he had been insulted, shot James Maggett, aged 35, through the head, killing him instantly. He then turned the revolver on Warren Richmond and shot him in the head, probably fatally. The murderer was captured.

Keystone State News Condensed. During a family quarrel late Saturday night Edward Moran, at Scranton, stabbed his brother-in-law, Thomas Gillegan, who died a few minutes later. Both were miners. The affair occurred in front of the house of a policeman, who arrested Moran.

Keystone State News Condensed. In Hazleton colliery Nicholas Gerwid was fatally squeezed between cars.

Keystone State News Condensed. Patrick Ruane, aged 65, of Pittston, while walking on the track of the Scranton electric railway, was run over and killed.

Parryville. Dr. E. F. Eshleman and family attended the funeral of Mrs. Eshleman's mother, Mrs. Chas. Shierer, at Mickleys, on Saturday.

Volume 13, Number 24, Friday, September 30, 1898

All Around The Town. L. M. Beidler is the happy father of a bright little baby girl.

All Around The Town. Samuel G. Murr and Miss Minnie Grow were united in the holy bonds of wedlock this week. Their many friends wish them a full measure of success and happiness.

All Around The Town. Harry R. Kreidler was tendered an agreeable surprise party Monday evening by his Sunday School Class the occasion being in honor of the anniversary of his natal day.

Purely Personal. Jeweler Fred Rex was an interested guest at a wedding at Pomfort on Saturday.

Dr. C. J. Balliet Married. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Nothstein, well known residents of Normal

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Square, have issued announcements of the marriage of their estimable daughter, Miss Meta to Dr. Calvin Joseph Balliet, of Lehighton The ceremony was performed at the residence of the bride's parents on Tuesday last and was attended by only the immediate relatives of the couple. The Doctor and his bride will go to housekeeping, making their residence at 236 South Third street, this place, where they will be at home to their many friends after October 20th. The best wishes of their numerous acquaintances go with them for a happy journey through life.

A Horrible Accident. Shortly after 1 o'clock Wednesday afternoon an unknown man, aged about 35 years, was killed and the body horribly crushed on the Lehigh Valley Railroad in the cut west of the Union depot, Bethlehem. The man was riding on a coal train drawn by engine No. 589 and, in trying to change his position, slipped and fell under the train. His head and left leg were severed from the body, the skull was crushed and the body badly bruised.

From Over The River. The three-year-old daughter of Geo. Weiss, of Lansford, was buried in Union Hill Cemetery on Monday morning. Rev. Thos. H. Krick officiated.

Aquashicola. A bright baby boy made its appearance in the family of Irwin Farber on Sunday.

Aquashicola. Mrs. Jonas Buck, a life long resident of this place, but who was staying at Franklin the past months, died on Friday and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Tuesday. Rev. Moyer conducted the services.

Aquashicola. Mrs. Daniel Boyer, one of Little Gap's oldest ladies died on Sunday morning and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Thursday. Her husband remains to mourn her death and is the oldest man in the lower end of the county.

Aquashicola. Lewis Graff, a wealthy gentleman of this place, and Mrs. Reese, of Slatington, were married at the latter place on Thursday afternoon. They will start house keeping in his residence here at once. The calithumpian bands made their usual visits.

New Mahoning. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Zimmerman were attending the funeral services of their nephew Harry T. Arner at Coplay on Tuesday.

Keystone State News Condensed. While preparing to attend the funeral of his father who was killed on the railroad at Easton last week, John Bogart became incensed at his stepson, John Burns, and stabbed him on the head with a knife, inflicting an ugly wound, which may result fatally. Bogart then attempted to make his escape, but was captured by an officer and committed to jail to await the result of Burns' injuries.

Keystone State News Condensed. A marriage of deaf mutes took place at Reading a few days ago, John M. Rolshouse and Miss Anna C. Schatz taking their vows in sign language. The groom is an artist.

Throughout The Valley. Daniel Gildea aged about 30 years, of Coal Dale, employed as a battery runner met with instant death at No. 11 colliery on Tuesday. He was in the act of starting a battery when an explosion of dynamite occurred which literally blew him to pieces.

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Big Creek. The many friends of Dr. M. E. Kemerer son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Kemerer, of this place, will be pleased to learn of his marriage on October 1st, 1898, to Miss Lizzie N. Henry, the estimable daughter of A. L. Henry of Danielsville, Pa., where the doctor is meeting with success in his chosen profession. The ceremony will be performed at the residence of Rev. W. T. Smith, in Monroe county. After the ceremony the happy couple will leave on an extended wedding tour which will include, Baltimore, Washington, New Orleans and other points of interest in the South. We join their many friends in wishing them a safe boyage over the matrimonial sea.

Volume 13, Number 25, Friday, October 7, 1898

Purely Personal. Attorney S. R. Gilham was at Shamokin on Wednesday attending the funeral of a near relative.

Died at Packerton. Frank Sandel, aged thirty-eight years, died at his home at Packerton after a brief illness with typhoid malaria. Deceased removed from Weatherly to Packerton only a few weeks ago. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn his death. The funeral took place Wednesday morning. Interment was made at Beck's Church, Mahoning, Rev. W. H. Strauss officiating.

From Over The River. Harry Rickert is receiving the congratulations of his friends upon the arrival of a young son.

From Over The River. Mrs. Benjamin Peters and Mrs. Milton Emery attended the funeral of a relative at Slatington on Saturday.

Big Creek. U. S. Henry is the proud father of a baby girl.

Wehr. John Behler, of Kepner, was buried on Wednesday. The interment was made in the cemetery near Zion's Church, West Penn.

Wehr. A two months old child of Edwin Fritz was buried last Saturday. The interment was made in the cemetery at St. Peter's Church, Rev. John H. Kuder, of Lehighton, officiated.

Keystone State News Condensed. Mrs. Samuel Swartwood, wife of a railroad brakeman, residing at Mountain Top, Luzerne County, gave birth to her twenty-fifth child last week. Of the large number of children born, only two sets were twins. Three of the children died. The rest are in good health. The father says he is the happiest man on earth with his large family.

Keystone State News Condensed. While Michael Thompson, a half-witted young man, was chasing his mother about the dining-room at his home in Mahanoy Plance, near Ashland the other day his brohter Thomas seized a shotgun and shot Michael, instantly killing him.

Keystone State News Condensed. In repairing a muzzle-loading shotgun, Blacksmith William Miller, of Drehersville, removed the stock and placed the barrel on his forge, an unsuspected load in it went off, entering his leg, and he died from the wound soon after.

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Through The Valley. Elmer A. Guth and Miss Barbara Guth, a popular and highly respeted young couple, of Allentown, were married in that city yesterday afternoon. The groom is a son of A. J. D. Guth, proprietor of the Lafayette Hotel on North Seventh street.

Parryville. Joseph Beltz wears a smile—its a girl.

Parryville. A baby girl recently made its appearance in the home of Addison Wentz.

Parryville. The second pair of twins made their appearance in the home of Rev. L. A. Werner last week. They are bright boys.

Aquashicola. Miss Lillian Costenbader gave a social party to her friends on Monday evening. After playing games and cracking jokes, the usual refreshments were served. The party was given to commemorate her twenty-first birthday. Those present were: Misses Persie Drumheller, Hattie Costenbader, Iola Kern, Mrs. Josiah Costenbader, Messrs. Charles George, Jesse and Grant Costenbader, Allen Kistler, Josiah and “Stevy” Costenbader.

Volume 13, Number 26, Friday, October 14, 1898

All Around The Town. The seven-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Flickinger, of South Lehighton, was buried at East Penn on Monday.

All Around The Town. The remains of Mrs. Nelson Sandel, of Weatherly, formerly of Mahoning, were brought here for burial. Interment was made in the Weissport Cemetery on Wednesday afternoon.

All Around The Town. Mrs. Sarah Masters, aged 80 years and 2 months, died Wednesday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. I. S. Koch, after a lingering illness with general debility. Deceased was a kind christian lady and enjoyed the acquaintance of a large circle of friends. The funeral will take place at 10 o'clock on tomorrow (Saturday) morning. Services will be held at the Koch residence, on South Second street. Interment will be made at Berlinsville, Northampton county.

Purely Personal. Rev. and Mrs. G. W. Dungan, of Bangor, attended the funeral of the latter's mother, Mrs. Thos. Koons, on Monday.

Rev. Edward Boyer Dead. Rev. Edward Boyer, a local preacher who resided in this vicinity for many years, and who left several months ago for West Liberty, Ohio, died suddenly at that place Monday at the residence of his daughter and was buried yesterday. Deceaesd was a widower and was aged 66 years. Another daughter resides in Toledo. He had numerous relatives in this vicinity where he was well known. Mrs. Ella Hahn, of Fifth street, is a stepsister.

Death of Mrs. Thomas Koons. Mrs. Koons, wife of ex-Sheriff Thos Koons died at the family residence on Bridge street last Friday morning after a lingering illness with consumption, aged 69 years, 6 months and 16 days. Deceased was a member of the Evangelical Church and was a devout christian. She was never happier than when seated at her own fireside and surrounded by

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her children. She will be especially missed by her nearest of kin, although she had many friends who sincerely mourn her departure. A husband and four daughters and a son survive her, Mrs. Elmira Rex, Weissport; Mrs. G. W. Dungan, Bangor; Mrs. L. D. Dreibelbeis, Miss Emma Koons, of town, and Martin Koons, Mauch Chunk. The funeral took place from her late home on Monday afternoon and was largely attended. Rev. W. J. Edleman and Rev. A. A. Thompson officiated. Interment was made in the Weissport Cemetery.

From Over The River. Charles Hongen is the proud father of a young son.

From Over The River. Warren Messenger and Miss Delia Hill, both of Franklin, were married last week.

From Over The River. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Musselman attended a wedding of a relative at Newburg on Sunday.

From Over The River. The remains of Mrs. Harry Lindenfelser, of East Mauch Chunk, were brought to this place for burial on Tuesday. Services were held in the United Evangelical church.

Keystone State News Condensed. Frank Leatis, of Duryea, stabbed his brother-in-law, Willam Matchoner, three times in the neck and body, killing him.

Throughout The Valley. John Green, one of the oldest officials of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, died Saturday morning at his home at South Bethlehem.

Bowmanstown. James Weidaw is all smiles over the arrival of a young son in his family on Sunday.

Bowmanstown. Clifford Snyder and Miss Minnie Hagenbach have been granted a marriage license. It is said the nuptial knot will be tied tomorrow.

Aquashicola. Mrs Newtown Kemerer attended the funeral of a relative at Weissport on Tuesday.

Death of A. W. Stedman. The funeral of the late A. W. Stedman, who died last Friday morning at the residence of his brohter John L. Stedman, Mauch Chunk, after a short illness with Bright's disease, took place on Sunday afternoon. Deceased was born in Mauch Chunk, fifty-four years ago. His father Alexander Stedman, a landlord of the Mansion House, was a pioneer resident of Mauch Chunk. When still a young boy, he entered the employ of the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company's engineer corps, under chief Robert H. Sayre, and from rodman he worked himself up until he finally succeeded Mr. Sayre, filling the position with great credit and ability until he was compelled to relinquish it three years ago, because of his failing health. Since the severance of his connection with the railroad company, he has lived in retirement on Lehighton Heights. He is said to be very wealthy.

Volume 14, Number 1, Friday, October 21, 1898

All Around The Town. A child of Mr. and Mrs. Beck, of Packerton, was buried in Lehighton

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Cemetery yesterday afternoon.

All Around The Town. John McElroy, a popular Lehigh Valley brakeman, was married on Wednesday evening to Miss Ella J. Heilman at the residence of the bride's parents on Second street, by Rev. J. H. Kuder. The young couple's numerous friends extend congratulations and best wishes for future happiness.

Purely Personal. Miss Lillian Hontz attended the funeral of a relative at Allentown on Friday.

Purely Personal. John T. Semmel, John S. Lentz and E. G. Rouse were at Allentown on Wednesday and attended the funeral of the late John P. Miller, General Car Inspector of the Lehigh Valley Railroad. The two latter were pall bearers.

Wedded at High Noon. Miss Annabel, the estimable daughter, of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brokate, was united in marriage at high noon yesterday to Dr. John Ackerman, of Erie, Pa. The ceremony was performed at the residence of the bride on North Third street by Rev. J. H. Kuder, in the presence of only the immediate relatives and friends of the contracting parties. In the afternoon the happy couple left on a visit to the groom's parents at Easton after which they will take upon their residence at Erie, where the groom is a successful practicing physician. The bride was a successful teacher in our public schools for several years and has many warm friends who join in wishing her and her husband a long and happy wedded life.

It Was Not Murder. The finding of the body of Mrs. Jacob Eastman, on Sunday afternoon in the kitchen of her house, near Siegfried's, will go down in the annals of Northampton county history as one of the most remarkable cases on record and the conclusion of it is the most remarkable of all. The post mortem examination revealed the fact that no murder took place at all, and that the woman in all human probability died a natural death. The dead woman was fifty-three years of age, and was a Carbon Countian. She has numerous relatives in the lower end of this county. Lewis and Daniel Smith, of Little Gap, are brothers. Deceased was the mother of fourteen children.

From Over The River. Calvin Arner, of Union Hill, is the proud father of a baby girl.

Aquashicola. James McDonnell, of Tamaqua, and Miss Persie Kern, of Lehigh Gap, were married in the Catholic Church at the former place last thursday evening. They will take up their residence at Tamaqua.

Sittlers. Samuel Stump is the happy father of a bouncing baby boy.

Sittlers. Wm. Zehner who died lat week was buried on Monday. Deceased was aged 70 years and was one of our oldest citizens.

Keystone State News Condensed. The mystery surrounding the murder on last Monday at Shamokin of 16-year-old Daisy Smith, whose body was found near her home at Selins Grove by her father, a farmer, riddled with shot and with a gaping knife wound in her neck, was cleared the other day by the confession of Edward Krissinger, who was arrested on suspicion after the discovery of the body. Krissinger says the girl had jilted him and he laid in wait for her armed

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with a shotgun and knife. After shooting her he cut her throat three times. He then hid the knife and returned home and washed the blood from his clothes. Krissinger bears a bad reputation and is said to have served a term in jail.

Keystone State News Condensed. Jacob Kaiser, 64 yers old, a veteran of the civil war, died at Allentown a few days ago, from the effects of a blow on the jaw struck by Lewis Richter, an 18-year-old boy, two hours earlier. It is said that Kaiser was intoxicated and reeled against Richter on the street. Words followed and the boy struck Kaiser, knocking him down. Richter is under arrest.

Throughout The Valley. At the age of 88 years Undertaker Aaron Steckel died at Bethlehem, and his body was buried in a cemetery where he had made 1760 interments.

Throughout The Valley. Capt. Allen Brader, an old veteran of the late war, and a brother to Central station agent J. H. Brader, of Lehighton, died Tuesday at his home at Cherry Ford, aged 62 years.

Throughout The Valley. John P. Miller, general car inspector of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, died Saturday at his home in Allentown, of cancer of the throat. The deceased was aged fifty-seven years, and was one of the Valley's oldest employees.

Towamensing. 'Squire Paul Kresge on Tuesday performed the marriage ceremony for S. W. Getz and Miss Mary L. Walck, a Towamensing couple.

Parryville. Mrs. Mary Ann, the wife of Joshua Semmel, died at six o'clock last Friday morning after an illness of several weeks with typhoid fever. Deceased was born in Lehigh county and was aged 72 years and three months. She was the mother of eleven children, eight of whom survive, to wit: Mrs. Frank Peters, Trexlertown; Mrs. Mano Handwerk, Seagersville; Mrs. John Hauk, Mrs. Joseph Nothstein and Miss Minnie Semmel, of Parryvile, and Walter J., Frank P. and John T. Semmel, of Lehighton. The funeral took place Monday afternoon and was largely attended. Interment was made in Lehighton Cemetery. Rev. J. G. Rupp officiated.

Nis Hollow. A pleasant birthday party was tendered Assaba Ginter on Saturday evening. An enjoyable time was had by all present who were: Wm. Lentz, Pierce and Addie Ginter, Wm. Ebert, Frank Ronemus, Harry C. Rehrig, Frank and Martin Rex, Harry O. Rehrig, Misses Ella Rehrig, Ada Warner, Ella Ebert, Nora Rehrig, Annie Lentz, Mr. and Mrs. William Steigerwalt, Mrs. Alfred Ginter and Mrs. E. J. Lentz.

New Mahoning. An infant child of Amandus Kistler was buried last week.

Volume 14, Number 2, Friday, October 28, 1898

All Around The Town. Harry Trainer wears a big broad fatherly smile. It's a bouncing baby boy.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Trexler were at Allentown on Wednesday attending the

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funeral of the former's father, the late C. W. Trexler. Deceased was aged 77 years.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. George Diehl, Miss Lizzie Hunsicker and Mr. and Mrs. Kerschner on Sunday attended the funeral of the late mrs. C. D. W. Bower at Catasauqua.

Birthday Party at Packerton. Lyman McDaniel, a well-known resident of Packerton, reached the 74th milestone of life on Saturday and in honor of the event his estimable wife and daughter, Miss Annabel, entertained a number of their friends at dinner. Among the guests were: Mrs. Moses Rehrig and daughter Miss Luella, Mr. and Mrs. Owen Klotz, Mrs. E. H. Snyder, Mrs. T. J. Seifert, Mr. and Mrs. Jackson Everitt, Mr. and Mrs. David Ebert, Mr. and Mrs. William Long, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Everitt, Misses Carrie Seip and Ida Irwin, Masters Thomas and Edward Harleman, of Lehighton, Amond Klotz, of Weissport; Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Harleman and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Clauss, Mr. and Mrs. Zimmerman, Miss Dillinger, the Misses Dolon, John Miller and Geo. Engleman, of Packerton, and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Klotz, of Pittston.

From Over The River. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. John Graver died on Saturday and was buried at Aquashicola on Tuesday. Rev. W. J. Edleman officiated.

Throughout The Valley. William Lerch, 22 years of age, son of George W. Lerch, of near Cherryville, committed suicide Wednesday morning by drowing himself in a quarry hole near Danielsville. The young man was a student at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, and wrote home several days ago to his parents, telling them that he failed to pass the examination. He received no reply to his letter, and his ill fortune preyed on his mind so that he returned home and finally ended his existence.

Aquashicola. Pierce Walk and Miss Mary Engler of Danielsville, were married at the parsonage of Rev. Moyer on Saturday.

Aquashicola. Monroe Green and Mrs. Green were united in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. Moyer at his residence Saturday afternoon.

Aquashicola. The youngest child of Henry Silfies died on Sunday morning and was buried at the Snyder's church on Wednesday. The services were held in the Evangelical Church, Rev. Werner officiating.

Aquashicola. Two funerals took place at the Towamensing cemetery this week. The young child of John Gruver, of Weissport, was buried on Tuesday, and the child of Harry Zeller, who met death by drowning in the dam at Lehigh Gap last summer, was buried on Wednesday.

New Mahoning. James Zellner is the proud father of a baby girl.

New Mahoning. Wm. Teison was married on Sunday to Miss Agnes Harting, of West Penn. They have the best wishes of their many friends.

Nis Hollow. An infant child of John Berger was buried on Saturday. The family have the sympathy of their many friends.

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Volume 14, Number 3, Friday, November 4, 1898

All Around The Town. Walter Hontz and Miss Nora Friend both of town, were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony last Saturday evening.

All Around The Town. J. Albert Durling was around bright and early Monday morning receiving congratulations upon the arrival of a young son.

All Around The Town. Harry Friend, of Weissport, and Miss Sadie Weidaw, of town, were united in marriage last Saturday evening by Elder Musselman, of Bethlehem.

All Around The Town. Rev. J. W. Langley, the man who delivered such an excellent sermon in the local M. E. Church several weeks ago, died suddenly of heart failure at his home in Philadelphia on Tuesday.

Wedding Bells.Cupid Thrusts His Dart In Our Midst and Plucks Two of the Fairest.

Announcements have been issued of the marriage of Miss Ella A., the accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Fink, to Calvin Smith, of Nazareth. The ceremony took place at the residence of the bride's parents on Second street, Tuesday afternoon, and was performed by Rev. J. Alvin Reber. Only the immediate relatives of the couple were witnesses to the happy event. The bride is numbered among this town's most estimable young ladies and is the organist of Zion's Reformed Church. Mr. Smith is a lawyer by profession and is stationed at Nazareth where he enjoys a lucrative practice. He is secretary of the Democratic County Committee of Northampton and is prominent in business circles.

The young couple have the best wishes of a host of friends for a pprosperous journey through life.

Greenawalt—Zern.At high noon yesterday at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Zern, on South Third

street, Rev. I. U. Royer spoke the words which started Miss Flo M. Zern and Allen Greenawalt on their matrimonial career. None but the families of the contracting parties witnessed the important ceremony. The young couple are prominent in social circles and enjoy the acquaintance of numerous friends who join in wishing them a safe voyage over the matrimonial sea. Mr. and Mrs. Greenawalt will spend their honeymoon in New York, Philadelphia, Washington and other places of interest.

The groom is associated in business with his father-in-law under the firm name of Zern & Greenawalt who conduct a large retail shoe store in the opera house block.

Purely Personal. Sam and Louie Sondheim and Michael and Benjamin Losos on Sunday attended the wedding of the former's sister Miss Sophia to Lazarus Breidenbach, the chief of the engraving department at John Wanamaker's store, Philadelphia. It was one of the biggest weddings the county seat has seen in a long time.

Death of a Former Lehighton Lady. Martha A., wife of Arthur A. Hatch died Saturday afternoon at her home at South Easton, after an illness of three years of Bronchitis. She was 50 years of age, a native of Lehighton and moved to that place about nine years ago. Besides her husband

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she leaves six children three daughters and three sons. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon. The husband is superintendent of locomotive fuel of the Lehigh Valley Railroad and has many friends in this vicinity who deeply sympathize with him in his affliction.

From Over The River. Miss Ida Trach was at Easton this week attending the funeral of a relative.

From Over The River. Mrs. Tilghman Roth attended the funeral of a relative at Bethlehem on Tuesday.

From Over The River. Mr. Haas, the tea and coffee agent of Mauch Chunk, was married to Miss Emma Beaver, of Franklin, on October 10th by Rev. T. H. Krick.

From Over The River. Bertha, the ten year old daughter of Mrs. Kenner, a widow, died Tuesday at the family residence in East Weissport. The funeral took place yesterday morning.

From Over The River. Harrison Ziegenfus died Tuesday morning at his residence on Union Hill, after ten days illness with typhoid pneumonia, aged twenty-nine years. A wife and two small children are left to mourn. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon, Services being conducted by Rev. W. J. Edleman.

Keystone State News Condensed. Mathew P. Anderson, a student at Wyoming Seminary, Kingston, and a member of the seminary football team, died the other night from injuries received while playing football. Anderson played with the seminary team against Dickinson at Carlisle last Saturday and was injured. He complained of pains in the head and his mind appeared to be affected. When he returned to the seminary he was much better, and went out to practice. While at play he became unconscious and had to be carried to his room. Doctors could afford no relief, and the patient slowly sank until death came.

Bowmanstown. Benjamin Weidaw, an old soldier and widely known resident of this community, died at six o'clock Sunday evening after a few weeks illness with dysentery. He is survived by a wife who is seriously ill with the same malady. The surviving children are: Mrs. Jonas Miller, Mrs. Lizzie Faust, Mrs. John Musselman, Mrs. Emma Eckhart, all of Wilkes Barre; Lewis Weidaw, of Ohio; James and Samuel Weidaw and Mrs. Puretta Straup, of Bowmanstown. Deceased was aged 79 years, 2 months and 26 days. He was a life long resident of Carbon county and was a resident of Bowmanstown for the past fifteen years. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon and was largely attended.

Ashfield. Henry Neff and J. DeLong are wearing smiles a yard wide. They are the happy dads of bouncing baby boys.

Ashfield. Granville Smith and Miss Sura Wertman were united in the holy bonds of matrimony last Saturday by Rev. T. N. Beber. They are spending the week with friends in Monroe county and expect to return on Sunday.

Parryville. William Smith is all smiles over the arrival of a bouncing baby boy.

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Nis Hollow. Henry Ronemus, who is a student at Myerstown returned home on Sunday to attend the funeral of Jonas Rehrig.

Nis Hollow. Jonas Rehrig, aged 72 years, died suddenly on Friday of paralysis of the heart. He suffered a similar affliction several years ago and since that time was almost helpless. Deceased was well and favorably known. The funeral took place on Tuesday, interment being made in the Ashfield cemetery. He is survived by his wife and a number of relatives.

Normal Square. Miss Cora Gerber attended the funeral of her grandmother at West Penn on Tuesday.

Normal Square. Mrs. Dennis Nothstein and her mother-in-law, Griffith Moerder and Mrs. David Longacre, Sr. attended the funeral of Mrs. David Rex at West Penn on Tuesday.

Sittlers. Mrs. David Rex died at her home about two miles from Zion's Church.

Sittlers. Miss Alice Haas and John Kneper were joined in matrimony last Saturday. They held a reception for their many friends on Sunday and all had a good time.

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All Around The Town. Will Kreidler wears a broad smile on account of the arrival of a young daughter in his family.

All Around The Town. Mrs. Mecina Yahle, a widow, died suddenly of heart failure at her home on North First street, last Friday morning, aged fifty-four years, three months and twenty-three days. Deceased was a kind lady and had many friends. She was the mother of Robert, William and Thomas Yahle, who resided with her. The funeral took place from the house at one o'clock Sunday afternoon, interment was made in the Lehighton cemetery. Rev. J. H. Kuder conducted the last sad rites.

Purely Personal Mrs. John Rex and Mrs. Levi Fogel attended the funeral of a relative at Berlinsville on Wednesday.

Run Over in the Lehighton Yards. Howard Crawford, of Easton,a Lehigh Valley fireman, met with a horrible accident in the Lehighton yards last Wednesday night which cost his life. He was walking on the track to the rear of his train when he was run down by an approaching train and had both legs cut off. He was picked up and taken to St. Luke's Hospital where he died. The unfortunate man was forty-five years of age and leaves a wife and six children.

Saw Her Son Killed. Harry Weaver, of East Mauch Chunk, aged 20, was instantly killed by the accidental discharge of his gun at his home yesterday morning. He was about to go rabbit hunting and stood on the porch at his home talking to his mother through the window, when the gun was discharged. The charge tore away the left side of his face. His mother fell in a swoon at the sickening sight, and is dangerously ill.

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From Over The River. Mrs. Jacob Strausburger and Miss Emma Moyer attended the funeral of a relative at Allentown on Monday.

From Over The River. Mrs. Daniel Knerr and Mrs. John Esrang, Sr., attended the funeral of Mrs. Augustus Hatch at Easton last week.

From Over The River. Mrs. Gephart Kenner, the widow who lost her ten-year-old daughter by death last week, was bereft of another child on Sunday. This time it was her fifteen-year-old daughter Edith, who suffered several weeks with typhoid fever. The funeral took place Tuesday morning. Services were held in the Catholic Church, Lehighton, Rev. Father Hammacke officiating. Much sympathy is expressed for the bereaved widow.

Mantz's. Misses Emma and Lula Riegel celebrated their ninteenth birthday anniversary last Saturday.

Throughout The Valley. Theodore Schoch the venerable editor of the Stroudsburg Jeffersonian last week celebrated his eighty-fourth birthday. Judge Schoch is the oldest living editor in the State of Pennsylvania. For over fifty years he has been the editor and proprietor of the Jeffersonian, the only Republican paper in Monroe county.

Aquashicola. “Ted” Minchin is all smiles over the arrival of an increase in his family. It's a girl.

Aquashicola. John Teel, our primary teacher, attended the funeral of a cousin at White Haven on Friday.

Aquashicola. Miss Cora George, the accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry George, was married to Adam Klotz on Saturday evening at seven o'clock. The ceremony took place in the United Evangelical Church, at Lehigh Gap, and was performed by Rev. Stermer. Miss Victoria Shipe was bridesmaid and Charles George was groomsman. Only immediate relatives and a few close friends were witnesses to the happy event. Henry Klotz played the wedding march. A prosperous journey through life, is the wish of a host of friends.

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All Around The Town. The home of Clem N. Koons at Allentown was brightened last Saturday by the arrival of a young daughter.

All Around The Town. A sister of Augustus Kurtz, of town, who died in Philadelphia last week was buried in the Lehighton Cemetery on Monday.

All Around The Town. The wife of Rev. B. C. Krupp, formerly of Lehighton, was buried at Benjamin, Bucks county, on Wednesday. She died suddenly of heart failure.

All Around The Town. Fred Rex, the popular North First street jeweler, will be married next week to Miss Bertha Berlin, of Pomfert. In advance we tender congratulations.

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All Around The Town. John Fronheiser, the well known bicyclists, was married yesterday afternoon to Miss Gussie Mertz at the latter's home on Union Hill, by Rev. W. J. Edleman.

All Around The Town. The funeral of Mrs. William Lechler, who died last Friday at her home at Jamestown, took place on Tuesday afternoon. Rev. J. H. Kuder, conducted the last sad rites.

All Around The Town. Rev. David Roth and Miss Annie Mehrkam were united in marriage Tuesday afternoon at the residence of the bride's mother on South First street. Rev. A. M. Mehrkam, of Columbia, a brother to the bride, performed the ceremony assisted by Rev. Kuder of town. Only the immediate relatives were witnesses to the important event. The groom is a recent graduate of Mt. Airy Theological Seminary and has many friends who join in wishing him and his estimable wife a safe voyage over the matrimonial sea.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. August Kurtz and children attended the funeral of a relative at Philadelphia on Sunday.

Six Men Killed In WreckAwful Collision On The Lehigh Valley Last Friday.Fearful Plunge Down the Wilkes-Barre Mountain—Air Brakes Refused to Work—Men Stuck Heroically to Their Posts.

The wreck on the Lehigh Valley Railroad near Wilkes-Barre last Friday is generally conceded to have been one of the most destructive that has ever occurred on the railroad. It was certainly so in so far as destruction of rolling stock is concerned but notwithstanding that there were five killed and as many injured, the wreck must be regarded as a particularly fortunate one when it is considered what great possibilities there were of loss of life in such a terrible collision. The dead are:

John McNally, engineer, Lehighton.Wm. Yoxheimer, fireman White Haven.Fred Glasser, fireman, Mauch Chunk.John McGreggor, express messenger, Wilkes-Barre.Jacob Engleman, brakeman of Easton.D. E. Price, engineer, of Easton.From all accounts the accident was unavoidable. The air brakes of one of the trains

refused to work and the engineer was unable to stop his train.The Buffalo Express which passed through Lehighton at 12:31 Friday morning was

unusually heavy, consisting of nine cars. The train was an hour late. Had it been on time it would have passed the train it collided with on a double track between Wilkes-Barre and Pittston. The train was drawn by engine No. 417, with Engineer John Rohlfing and Fireman John Boyle. Train No. 6, the other night express, running from Buffalo to New York, also a heavy train of several cars, arrived in Wilkes-Barre on time at 3 o'clock. It was drawn by engine No. 425, with D. E. Price engineer and William Yoxheimer fireman. Express No. 5, which should have passed No. 6 between Wilkes-Barre and Pittston, was delayed as stated and No. 6 was given orders to proceed to what is known as siding No. 7, about a mile above Newport Station, along the single track on the mountain, where the trains were to pass. Engine No. 444, with Engineer John McNally and Fireman Fred Glasser, was attached to train No. 6, to assist in pulling it up the steep mountain back track, and left Wilkes-Barre about 3 A. M. on time. The heavy train No. 5, started down the mountain, Engineer Rohlfing having also received orders to stop at the siding

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and allow No. 5, to pass.The heavy train attained such a momentum that the engineer lost control of his train, and

when he approached the siding found that he could not stop. The train men rushed to the brakes, some one pulled the emergency brake, and the engineer reversed and “plunged” his engine in a vain attempt to stop the train, which was forced several yards beyond the siding and into train No. 6, which was coming up the grade towards the switch, with both engines going at a good rate of speed. The engineers had but a few seconds to think and reverse their engines after they saw the warning glare of the headlights. The enginemen stuck to their posts until the awful crash. All three engines, the most reliable of the company, were almost totally wrecked. The two baggage and express cars coupled between the engines and the heavy vestibuled passenger coaches were crushed like egg shells, and strewn over and about the wrecked locomotives, a mass of rubbish and kindling wood.

Engineer Rohlfing was thrown from the wreck and escaped with his life. His fireman, John Boyle, jumped just before the crash came and also escaped. Engineer McNally was caught in his engine and so badly scalded that he died six hours later. His fireman, Fred M. Glasser, was crushed to death in the wreck. Engineer Price was severely injured and died in the Wilkes-Barre hospital on Wednesday. His fireman, Wm. Yoxheimer, was killed under his engine. The baggage cars were forced under the engine tenders and partly buried. Under the general wreck. Somewhere under the mass of wreckage were the bodies of Express Messenger McGreggor and Brakeman Engleman. They were not recovered until several hours later. Both bodies were horribly crushed.

In addition to the death and injury of the men the destruction of three engines and two express cars must be figured in the loss. The engines are complete wrecks and good for nothing but the scrap heap. Computing each to have been worth $15,000, express cars $5,000 each, the loss to the company will aggregate $55,000. The 444 was at one time the pride of the road. She was originally equipped with duplex grate and was exhibited throughout the country.

Engineer McNally and family moved from White Haven to Lehighton about six months ago and resided in Harkins' house, North First street. He was a good natured individual and had many friends. He was about to erect a home on Coal street, the foundations for which are completed. His funeral took place from his parents home at White Haven, Sunday asternoon, and is said to have been the largest ever held in that town, being over a mile in length. This was an evidence of the manner in which he was esteemed and respected by his fellow men. The obsequies was in charge of Brotherhood of Locomotove Engineers and Royal Arcanum, of which deceased was a prominent menber. Servies were held in the Catholic Church.

From Over The River. Oliver Koons is the proud dad of a bright little baby girl.

From Over The River. A bright little baby girl is a recent arrival in the family Horatio Henry.

From Over The River. Mrs. Polly Steinmetz, died on Sunday at the home of her daughter Mrs. Solomon Buss, with whom she resided the past several years, aged 75 years, 2 months and 20 days. Death resulted from infirmities due to old age. She was the mother of thirteen children, seven of whom survive. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon. Services were held in the Lutheran Church conductd by Revs. J. H. Longacre and T. H. Krick. Interment was made in the Weissport Cemetery.

Brakes Failed to Work. Two passenger trains were wrecked, five trainmen killed and five injured

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by a head-on collision on the Lehigh Valley railway, nine miles east of Wilkesbarre last week. The names of the killed are: John McNally, engineer, Leighton; William Toxheimer, fireman, White Haven; Fred Glasser, fireman, Mauch Chunk; John McGregor, express mesenger, Wilkesbarre; Jacob Engleman, brakeman, Easton. The accident was due to the failure of the airbrakes of one of the trains to work.

Ashfield. Miss Kate Steigerwalt was married last Saturday to John Flynn, of Allentown. The many friends of the young couple join in extending congratulations and best wishes.

Keystone State News Condensed. Morris J. Lutz, aged 44, a shoemaker of Reading, was shot and fatally wounded last Sunday by his son, Harvey, aged about 18 years. Young Lutz came home intoxicated and his father reprimanded him. This angered the boy and he fired two shots through his father's head. The latter ran into the street and fell over from the loss of blood. The boy then committed suicide by cutting his throat from ear to ear. He had the reputation of a desperate young fellow.

Keystone State News Condensed. When about to start on a rabbit hunt at Mauch Chunk the other morning, Harry Weaver, aged 20, stopped to talk to his mother through a window of his home. His gun was accidentally discharged, and the young man fell dead, the left side of his head being blown away.

Throughout The Valley. District Attorney Eugene Nothstein was united in marriage yesterday to Miss Sadie Koons a niece of Mrs. W. G. Freyman, Esq., of Mauch Chunk. The many friends of the couple extend congratulations.

Throughout The Valley. William Sheridan, of White Haven, who was injured last week by having his leg cut off above the ankle while attempting to board an engine, died on Saturday at St. Luke's Hospital. Deceased was employed as operator. He was a brother-in-law to John McNally who lost his life in the wreck at Wilkes-Barre.

Throughout The Valley. Augustus Mahrer and Valentine Wagner, of Mauch Chunk, met with instant death in a wreck in the Central yard at that place last Friday. They were seated in a shanty situated at the end of a blind siding. A string of cars were shifted on the siding and before they could be stopped ran into the shanty killing the two men. Another man seated in the same place escaped without a scratch.

Bowmanstown. Samuel Schuck, a well known character in this section, died suddenly Wednesday noon. He had taken dinner at the Bowmanstown Hotel and when about to leave the place staggered and fell a corpse. Death was due to heart failure. Deceased was aged about 67 years. He was a carpenter by trade and did odd jobs. His wife preceeded him to the grave a number of years ago.

Mantz. Mrs. George Lock was buried on Saturday.

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Volume 14, Number 6, Friday, November 25, 1898

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nicholas attended the funeral of Roswell Heydt at Ashley on Wednesday.

Jeweler Fred Rex Married. Fred W. Rex, the North First street jeweler, was married yesterday afternoon to Miss Bertha M. Berlin at the residence of the latter's mother at Pomfert, Northampton county. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. H. Kuder, of town, assisted by Rev. I. B. Koons, of Pomfert, Miss Carrie Reinhart, of Catasauqua, presided at the organ and Miss Ada Anthony, of Lehighton, and Miss Clara Butz, of Allentown attended the bride. John A. Xander, of town, and George H. Morsteller, of Allentown, acted as ushers. The parlor was beautifully decorated with flowers, ferns and potted plants. Only the immediate families of the contracting parties witnessed the ceremony. After the nuptial knot was tied a sumptuous wedding dinner was served. Mr. and Mrs. Rex left on the 5 o'clock train on their honeymoon which will be spent in New York, Baltimore and Washington. The numerous friends of the couple extend hearty congratulations and best wishes for a safe voyage over the matrimonial sea.

Tribute to Engineer McNally. The White Haven Journal pays tribute to John McNally, late of Lehighton, as follows: “John McNally met death like a hero. He could have jumped before the collision as his train was running comparatively slow. But he stuck to his throttle saying before he died that he feared it would be another Mud Run. His first thought was for the passengers and to save them he died. White Haven is justly proud of her noble son. May his memory long be cherished and his devotion to duty emulated.”

From Over The River. J. Irvin McDaniel is the happy dad of a bright little baby girl.

From Over The River. Tax-Collector Oliver Moyer is the father of a brand new baby girl.

From Over The River. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Laury, Mrs. Henry Trapp and Mrs. Jonathan Deibert attended the funeral of a relative at Ashley on Wednesday.

From Over The River. George Messinger aged ninety years, died at the residence of his son Fred Messinger, in North Weissport, last Friday, after a lingering illness of several years. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon. Services were held in the United Evangelical Church. He was one of the pioneer residents of this section.

Sittlers. William Kistler is the proud father of a bright baby girl.

Keystone State News Condensed. A Polish couple living in Dulmore borough, near Scranton, locked their two little girls, 6 and 5 years old, in a room one day last week and went out to pick coal. The children played with matches. Neighbors heard their screams and broke in the door. The younger child was found burned to death. The hands and arms of the older child were badly burned in trying to extinguish the flames.

Throughout The Valley. R. Clay Hammersly, a well known resident of Catasauqua, died last Friday. Hammersly is the individual who buncoed a number of Lehighton citizens with cement stock.

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Throughout The Valley. Charles Dick died suddenly at Hazleton last Friday of appoplexy aged 70 years. Deceased was associated with Thomas Mantz, of Lehighton, in the contracting business under the firm name of Dick & Mantz.

Throughout The Valley. James Jennings, the father of Hugh Jennings, the famous base ball player died at his home at Avoca last Sunday. The deceased was a temperance advocate and prided himself on not having touched a drop of liquor for over sixty years. He took the pledge before the noted Father Matthew in Ireland.

Parryville. Mrs. Anthony Detmyre, a well known resident of town, died at her home on Monday morning of heart failure, aged 79 years. She leaves three children to mourn her death, one daughter, Miss Annie, of town, and two sons, John and Anthony, of Denver, Colorado. She was a resident of this place for about forty years and her death will cause many of her friends to grieve. Her husband died several years ago. Much sympathy is expressed for the bereaved children. The funeral took place at one o'clock yesterday afternoon. After a short service at the house the cortege proceeded to the Evangelical Church where funeral services were conducted by Rev. C. W. Heffner.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Blose, of Catasauqua, was buried at the Towamensing cemetery last Sunday.

Bowmanstown. A three months old child of Mr. And Mrs. David Rehrig, of Ashfield, was buried at this place on Tuesday afternoon.

Bowmanstown. James Yenser received a telegram Wednesday morning announcing the death of his brother William, of Kempton, Pa.

Bowmanstown. Simmon Olewine aged 69 years, who was found dead in bed Saturday morning was buried at the Towamensing cemetery Monday.

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All Around The Town. Troubles never come singly and Hugh Jennings, the famous short stop for the Baltimore Club, formerly of this town, is having a double portion. Last week his father was buried and on Saturday his wife died. Jennings was married little over a year and has a three weeks old daughter.

All Around The Town. “Auntie” Leterer, who resides in a little dwelling in the rear of the Evangelical Church celebrated her ninety-third birthday anniversary last Thursday. A large number of friends called during the day and besides extending well wishes, presented the good lady with the necessaries of life. Mrs. Leterer enjoys comparatively good health and is quite active for one of her age.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Anthony and family attended the funeral of the former's father at Slatington on Saturday.

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From Over The River. Oscar Arner and family were at Slatington on Saturday attending the funeral of Mrs. Arner's father.

From Over The River. Mr.s G. A. Wagner, Misses Martha Reber, Mattie Anthony and Lillie Reber attended the funeral of a relative at Slatington on Saturday.

From Over The River. The five-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Ziegenfus, of Long Run, died on Saturday and was buried Tuesday, Rev. J. H. Longacre, officiating.

Keystone State News Condensed. Mrs. Pauline Poiza, of Mt. Carmel, a few days ago, concluded to kill her infant son and herself. She hurled the child down a flight of stairs, and then swallowed a lot of corrosive sublimate. She went into convulsions. When a doctor arrived he found her throat horribly eaten by the poison. He labored all night with her, but she could not recover. The child escaped with a few scratches.

Normal Square. Uriah Xander and Miss Lizzie J. Ginder were united in the holy bonds of matrimony last Sunday. Rev. Abraham Bartholomew performed the ceremony. Uriah's many friends wish him a happy voyage over life's tempestuous sea.

Volume 14, Number 8, Friday, December 9, 1898

All Around The Town. Henry Schwartz is the proud father of a bright little daughter which made its appearance on Monday.

All Around The Town. The wife of Simon Houser, of Packerton, who died on Monday was buried in the Lehighton Cemetery on Wednesday. The family recently moved from Weatherly to Packerton.

Death of Mrs. Joseph Isenman.Mrs. Joseph Isenman, who has been a sufferer for several years with a complication of

diseases, died at 10 o'clock Tuesday evening at her home on North Third street, aged forty-six years. Deceased was a good christian lady and was repected by all who knew her. Besides her husband four children are left to mourn. They are Mrs. Henry Schwartz, Mrs. Charles Dirkes, Miss Emma and Chas. Isenman all of town.

The funeral will take place at nine o'clock this morning. Services will be held in St. Peter's and St. Paul's Catholic Church, after which interment will be made in the Catholic Cemetery.

Killed on the Rail.Last Friday evening Perkiomen freight engine No. 567 while gathering up a train of

freight cars in the yard at the East Penn Junction ran over and instantly killed Merritt Koch, a member of the Reading Railroad shifting crew. The body was cut in two and was found by one of the freight crew soon after the accident. It is not known how the accident happened, but it is supposed that Koch became confused and stepped in front of the engine. He was employed on the shifter only a very short time.

Deceased was single and boarded at the East Allentwon Hotel. He was about 38 years of

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age. The remains were brought to the home of his mother, Mrs. Dr. W. T. Wolf, Lehighton, from which place the funeral occurred on Tuesday afternoon. After interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery, the sorrowing relatives and friends assembled in Bethany Evangelical Church where Rev. Royer preached the funeral sermon.

From Over The River. A two year old child of John Wolbert died of diphtheria on Wednesday. Several other cases of this malady are reported.

From Over The River. William Rehrig and Miss Amelia Kreiser, both of Franklin township, were recently married by Rev. J. H. Longacre at the home of the bride's parents.

From Over The River. The four year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott O'Brien died Wednesday morning after a brief illness with membraneous croup. The funeral will take place this afternoon.

Throughout The Valley. A woman who declined to give her name gave birth to a child on a North Penn train Tuesday between South Bethlehem and Quakertown. A doctor was among the passengers and gave her attention. At Wayne Junction the mother put a shawl around her babe and left the train. She said this was the eleventh child.

Bowmanstown. Victor Romig is a hapy dad. It's a girl this time.

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All Around The Town. John McElroy is happy over the arrival of a young daughter in his family.

All Around The Town. Arthur J. Heldt and Miss Sarah Wertman were united in the holy bonds of matrimony last Saturday by Rev. J. H. Kuder. The young couple's many friends wish them a safe voyage over the matrimonial sea.

A Lower End Wedding. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Jeremiah Kern at Aquashicola was the scene of a quiet wedding last Saturday afternoon, when their estimable daughter,m Miss Iola T. was joined in the holy bonds of matrimony to S. Douglas Costenbader, a popular young school teacher. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. G. Rupp, of Northampton. Besides the parents of the contracting parties the following were present: Mr. and Mrs. Robt Wolford, of Lehighton; Amos Day, of Siegfrieds and Miss Hattie Costenbader, Charles Boyer and Wm. Costenbader, of Millport. The young couple have many friends who join in wishing them a safe voyage over the matrimonial sea.

Throughout The Valley. Mrs. George Christman died at Easton on Monday, aged 88 years. She was the mother of Mrs. Anna Adams formerly of Lehighton.

Throughout The Valley. George Sacherer, employed as a car inspector at Packerton, was run down by a shifting engine last Thursday afternoon and instantly killed. He is survived by a wife and child.

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Throughout The Valley. The County Commissioners of Luzerne have offered $5,000 reward for the arrest and conviction of the five men who murdered ex-Postmaster Michael F. Corcoran, at Duryea, on Saturday morning. The reward is to be paid at the rate of $1,000 for the conviction of each of the men.

Throughout The Valley. Benjamin Watson, with possibly one exception the oldest engineer in this country, died in East Stroudsburg on Sunday. He was born in White Horse, Mercer county, N. J., on April 1, 1829. Watson ran the old “Johnny Bull,” the first locomotive ever brought to America. In his service on the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad, for nearly half a century, he never had an accident.

From Over The River. A bright little daughter made its appearance in the home of Alvin Pohl last week.

From Over The River. A two year old son of Chas. Fisher of Rickertsville, died on Sunday of croup. Interment was made at Bethlehem on Wednesday.

From Over The River. The remains of Mrs. Elizabeth, widow of the late Benjamin Koons, of Danville, were interred in the Weissport cemetery on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. W. J. Edleman officiating. Deceased was 77 years of age and was well known in this vicinity, being a sister-in-law of Ex-Sheriff Thomas Koons, of Lehighton, and William Koons, of town.

Parryville. Frank Bower is the happy “dad” of a daughter which made its appearance last week.

Ashfield. Reuben Peter, the oldest resident of East Penn Township, died on Friday morning at his home. The funeral took place on Tuesday, interment being made in the cemetery at the Brick Church. The following children survive—Godfrey, of Mahoning, Lafayette, of Philipsburg, N. J., Owen, at home, Mrs. Jonas Kolb, Mrs. Thomas Ruch, Mrs. Aflred Wertman, of East Penn and Maria living at home.

Mantz. A bright young son was born into the family of Isaac Kistler last week.

Aquashicola. The youngest son of Oliver Straup was buried in the Towamensing Cemetery on Sunday morning. Rev. Stermer, occupied the pulpit and had for his discourse Luke 8 52 the deceased was aged 3 years, 4 months and 8 days.

Volume 14, Number 10, Friday, December 23, 1898

All Around The Town. Edwin C. Ohl is receiving the congratulations of his many friends upon the advent of a young daughter in his family last Sunday. He's a happy dad, indeed.

All Around The Town. George P. Hahn and Miss Mamie Koons were united in marriage last Saturday evening at the residence of the bride's parents, Squire and Mrs. J. W. Koons, at Jamestown. Rev. Krick performed the ceremony.

Committed Suicide. Having grown tired of living, Owen Ebbert, aged about 58 years, decided

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to die. On Tuesday night he laid his watch and pocket book on a table in his home on North Third street, and on a piece of paper he wrote these parting words: “You can find me in the dam tomorrow.” Being of an eccentric disposition his family was at once convinced that he carried out his threat. Accordingly search was made for his body during Wednesday but without success. Yesterday another search was instituted and the body was recovered by his sons in the race at the Carbon County Improvement Company's plant. 'Squire Austin Boyer empaneled a jury who after holding an inquest pronounced it a case of suicide. Deceased leaves a widow and six grown children.

New Mahoning. Aaron Zimmerman is the proud father of a bright little son which made its appearance on Friday.

New Mahoning. Mrs. Anna Arner and Mrs. Lewis Zimmerman attended the funeral of a relative at Weissport on Tuesday.

Keystone State News Condensed. A terrific gas explosion at the Luke Fidler colliery, Shamokin, the other day, fatally burned Peter Sidroski and Jacob Shively, the former dying in a few minutes.

Parryville. Mr. and Mrs. Young, a newly married couple of Columbia, are on their wedding trip to his sister, Mrs. Wm. Wentz, of town. Our band serenaded them on Tuesday evening.

Ashfield. Lewis Lauchnor is the proud dad of a bouncing baby boy.

Aquashicola. Dr. J. C. Kramer was sixty-five years old last Sunday and in order to properly celebrate the event his nearnest of kin planned a neat surprise. At the proper time the guests began to arrive and the genial Doctor was soon apprised of the event. Among those who enjoyed the festivities which followed were Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Peters, Mr. and Mrs. David Kramer and son Roy, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Seifert, Mrs. John S. Lentz, of Lehighton; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Craig, Wesley Kramer and family, Lehigh Gap; Solomon Snyder and family, of Slatington. A sumptuous dinner was enjoyed by all. During the day Mr. Kramer received the congratulations of his numerous friends.

Volume 14, Number 11, Friday, December 30, 1898

All Around The Town. Oliver Webb, of town, and Miss Carrie, daughter of Aaron Dreisbach, of Mahoning, were united in marriage on Monday evening by Rev. J. Alvin Reber. They have gone to housekeeping in the J. P. Smith dwelling, Second street.

All Around The Town. Harry Stransberry, aged 31 years and 12 days, died Sunday evening at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Stransberry, North Second street, after a lingering illness with kidney troubles. Deceased was employed by the Pittsburg Bridge Company the past nine years and travelled about the country assisting in erecting bridges. Besides his parents and brothers and sisters, he leaves a wife to mourn his death. The funeral took place from the residence of his parents on Wednesday afternoon. Interment was made in the town cemetery. Services were conducted by Rev. J. H. Kuder.

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Judge Reeder Dead.After a brave and long continued struggle for life Hon. Howard J. Reeder, one of the

Superior Court Judges of this State, died at three o'clock Wednesday morning at his home at Easton. His condition for several weeks had been precarious and his death was expected almost from day to day. On election day he caught a cold, which developed into pneumonia, and complicated with a dropsical affection, was the cause of death.

Judge Reeder was born in Easton in December, 1843, and was next to the youngest son of the late Hon. Andrew H. Reeder, who was Governor of Kansas in the troublous times before the rebellion and who achieved national prominence.

Judge Reeder was long prominent in state politics and was chairman of the convention which in 1872 nominated General Hartranft for Governor. In 1876 and 1880 he was a delegate to the Republican National Convention which nominated Hayes and Garfield for President. In 1872 he was appointed a First Commissioner by Governor Hartranft. In 1871 he was commander of the Grand Army Department of Pennsylvania. For many years he served Easton as a councilman and in other ways was interested in the welfare of that city. He was married in 1867 to Miss Helen Burke, of Easton, who, with a son and daughter, survives.

From Over The River. Francis Rhoades and Miss Emma Kresge were joined in matrimony on Christmas afternoon by Rev. Thos. H. Krick.

From Over The River. E. A. Strohl and Miss Matilda Hahn, of Franklin Township, were married on Christmas eve by Rev. J. H. Longacre.

Keystone State News Condensed. Mrs. John Craigle, wife of a Quakake farmer, while aiding her husband in a saw mill, near Hazeltown the other day, was caught in a wheel of the circular saw and whirled with every revolution. Horror-stricken, the husband stopped the machinery, but not before nearly all her clothing was torn from her body. So tightly were the clothes wrapped about the machinery, that they had to be cut loose with a knife. The woman was unconscious when released from her awful position. She was fatally injured. Her right arm and leg were broken and she was terribly cut and bruised.

Keystone State News Condensed. John Karlask was shot and killed by an unknown man while returning home from the Girard colliery near Shamokin, where he was employed as fireman. He was 38 years old.

Keystone State News Condensed. Both of Willie Robinson's legs were cut off by a car at the Leggett's Creek breaker, Lackawanna county, a few days ago, and his death resulted.

Throughout The Valley. R. Milton Brodhead, a well known resident of the county seat died last Saturday after an illness of a few days with meningitis. He was the only son of the late A. G. Brodhead, who was superintendent of the coal branches of the Lehigh Valley Railroad. Deceased is survived by his wife and four sisters.

New Mahoning. Lewis Borger and Miss Ellavesta Weaver and Eugene Heintzelman and Miss Elnora Weaver, two young couple of Mahoning Valley, were united in marrriage by 'Squire James J. Boyle at Mauch Chunk last Saturday.

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Normal Square. David A. Reinert and Miss N[illegible] Miller were united in the holy bonds of matrimony Saturday eve. Rev. Strauss performed the ceremony. Their many friends wish them a happy wedded life.

Bowmanstown. James Rehrig, of town, and Miss [illegible] Sheller, of Kresgeville, were united in wedlock by Rev. Werner last Sunday.

Volume 14, Number 12, Friday, January 6, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Wm. Mitchell, Sr., died last week at the home of her son Harvey at Riverton, N. J. The family formerly resided here.

The News Of Lehighton. Dr. W. G. M. Seiple on Sunday observed the fifty-third anniversary of his natal day. A number of his friends participated in a sumptuous turkey dinner in honor of the event at his palatial residence on South street. As a host the genial Doctor proved himself as proficient as he is in warding off the ills humanity is heir to.

The News Of Lehighton. Norton, the nineteen year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. I .Peters died at the family residence on South Second street last Friday night. Deceased had many friends and was very popular among his associates. Besides his parents he is survived by two sisters and four brothers. The funeral occurred on Tuesday afternoon. Services were held in Zion's Reformed Church and were largely attended. Rev. D. A. Winter, the pastor, officiated. Interment was made in Lehighton Cemetery.

The News Of Lehighton. John Kleintop died Wednesday night at the residence of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kleintop, on Bankway, after an illness of only a few days with the grip which finally terminated into pneumonia. Deceased was aged forty-eight years and was never married. Besides his parents he is survived by three brothers and one sister. He was employed as a track walker by the Lehigh Valley Railroad. The funeral will take place from the family residence at one o'clock Saturday afternoon.

Happenings At Weissport. Washington Caskie is the father of a baby boy.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. H. H. Everitt and son Simon, attended the funeral of her brother in Monroe county on Wednesday.

Happenings At Weissport. Miss Minnie Hahn celebrated the eighteenth anniversary of her birth at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Hahn at Rickertsville, on Saturday evening. A number of her friends were present and made the occasion a happy one.

Keystone State News Condensed. Oscar D. Frederick, aged 38, proprietor of a mill at Shamrock, near Reading, was trying to adjust a pulley a few days ago and was caught in the belting and whirled against the ceiling until dead.

Throughout The Valley. Mrs. John Craigle, wife of a Quakake farmer while aiding her husband in a saw mill, was caught in a wheel of the circular saw and whirled with every revolution.

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Horror stricken, the husband stopped the machinery, but not before nearly all her clothing was torn from her body. She was unconscious and died soon after.

Ashfield. Charle Youse is all smiles because it is the first baby boy. He says he will call him Dewey.

Big Creek. A surprise party was given on Tuesday evening in honor of Mrs. Jacob Begel's fiftieth birthday anniversary. About thirty persons were present.

Aquashicola. Mr. and Mrs. David Christman and children were guests of her parents, Jacob Snyder and wife over Sunday. On Saturday evening they celebrated the eleventh anniversary of their marriage.

Aquashicola. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Lentz widely known couple, celebrated the 42nd anniversary of their wedding on Sunday. Both are enjoying good health and are of happy spirits. The former's age is 64 and the latter passed her 62nd year. Their family consists of ten children, three boys and seven girls. Nearly all of the family were home and had a happy time. A sumptuous dinner with may delicacies was served. Their many friends wish them continued happiness in their declining years.

Volume 14, Number 13, Friday, January 13, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. George E. Clauss of town, and Miss Maud Smith, of East Mauch Chunk, have taken out a marriage license. In advance we tender congratulations.

Sudden Death at Packerton. Joseph Souders, who has been a resident of Packerton for several months, died suddenly Tuesday night of appoplexy. Deceased was aged fifty-nine years and nine months. He formerly resided at Slatington.

Happenings At Weissport. The ten-year-old son of John Schaffer died on Tuesday of diphtheria at the family residence near O'Brien's lock. The funeral will take place this morning.

Parryville. Miss Ella Beidleman and Purietta Remaley attended the wedding of Miss Sadie Brown and Albert Rehrig at Bowmans on Saturday evening.

Parryville. The three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Saeger of Allentown on Monday ate medical pellets in mistake for candy and died in great agony shortly after. Mrs. Saeger is a daughter of Mrs. Thomas Thomas of Parryville.

Keystone State News Condensed. Near Dunmore, Lackawanna County, the body of Patrick Grady, an old hermit, was found frozen in the snow close to his hut.

Bowmanstown. Howard Snyder is all smiles. Its a baby boy.

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Volume 14, Number 14, Friday, January 20, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Lester Smith is happy over the arrival of a young son in his home last Sunday.

The News Of Lehighton. Last Thursday at Brooklyn, Miss Lizzie Beck, of town, was united in marriage to James T. Woodward of that city. Rev. J. R. Thompson pastor of the M. E. Church performed the ceremony. Miss Beck, who has been living with L. F. Kleppinger and wife for a number of years, has numerous friends in town who wish her abundant happiness throughout life.

The News Of Lehighton. On Tuesday afternoon at the Lutheran parsonage Rev. J. H. Kuder united George E. Clauss, of town, and Miss Maud Smith, of East Mauch Chunk, in the holy bonds of matrimony. Immediately after the ceremony the happy couple left on their wedding journey which will include Philadelphia, Washington, D. C., and other places of interest. Their many friends join in wishing them a safe voyage over the matrimonial sea.

Purely Personal. Rev. Hammacke last Friday attended the funeral of Father Maus at Allentown.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Hartzell attended the funeral of the latters brother, John J. Unangst at Bethlehem. Mr. Unangst was aged 29 years and held a leading position in the government works of that place.

Golden Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Lenhart Cochran, old and respected residents of Mahoning Valley, celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their marrigae on Monday at their residence. A large number of guests were present and a most enjoyable time was had. A feature of the festivities was a sumptuous dinner. Among those present from Lehighton were: Rev. and Mrs. G. Heinrich, Mr. and Mrs. Hartung, Emanuel Cochran and family, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Grow, Mrs. Reuben Heberling, Mrs. Angeline Heberling, Mrs. Oliver Webb, Mrs. Sallie Grow, Mrs. Garver, Misses Gussie Everitt, Edna Heinrich, Emma Hartung, Kate Heberling, Ida and Louisa Cochran, Mary Solt, Lizzie Foster, Amandus Cochran, Daniel Schoch, Charles Hartung and Photographer W. D. Rishel.

The death of Joseph S. Fisher, Esq., removes from Carbon county one of its foremost citizens. Mr. Fisher attained his exalted position in life only after a hard struggle. Born of poor parents he was compelled to earn a livelihood when a mere boy. He worked about the mines at Summit Hill until he secured enough money to educate himself. He took up the study of law and was very successful, being one of the ablest members of the county bar. Twice he was elected District Attorney of Carbon county. Mr. Fisher was a gentleman in every respect and none but kind and sympathetic expressions are heard at his untimely death. Peace to his ashes.

Bowmanstown. The four months old child of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Staley was buried in Towamensing Cemetery on Monday.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Beers, aged 74 years who resided with her son at Fireline, died Monday after a lingering illness of a complication of diseases due to age. She was well known and highly respected.

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Keystone State News Condensed. William Rutledge, 60 years of age, was shot Friday at his home in Sayre by John Henry, 2 years of age, who had formerly boarded with Rutledge and his young wife. Rutledge died Friday night. A jealous quarrel led to the shooting. Henry was arrested, and when arraigned pleaded guilty to “unlawful shooting.” He claimed, however, that he shot in self-defence.

Throughout The Valley. Joseph S. Fisher, Esq., one of the leading members of the Mauch Chunk bar died Sunday afternoon at his home in East Mauch Chunk, after a lingering illness with a tumerous growth. Deceased was aged 45 years and was never married. He resided with his two brothers and three sisters. He was president of the School Board of that place. The funeral took place Wednesday. Interment was made at Summit Hill.

Normal. Jacob Stanley, of Bloomingdale, died on Saturday and was buried on Wednesday at St. John's Cemetery.

Normal. Edwin P. Semmel and Miss Clara Xander, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony on Saturday. Their many friends wish them a happy life.

Normal. Elanious Fritz celebrated his birthday anniversary in an appropriate manner last Saturday evening. A large number of ladies and gents were present and they had a happy time.

Ashfield. Miss Emma K. George, of Allentown, formerly of this place, was married to Dr. George Flexer, a dentist of that city, Thursday evening. Her many friends wish her abundant success throughout life.

Volume 14, Number 15, Friday, January 27, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Catharine Rishel celebrated her seventy-fourth birthday anniversary last Friday. A number of relatives and friends assembled at her home on Second street and tendered congratulations.

The News Of Lehighton. Miss Ada Anthony was tendered a pleasant birthday surprise party at her home on Bankway on Wednesday evening. The following were present and enjoyed the festivities: Misses Lizzie Rehrig, Philadelphia; Laura Shoemaker and Jean Huber, Hazleton; Beulah Reichard, Daisy Hibler, Mary Lentz, Mary Rehrig, Bessie Wills, Edna Solt, Jessie Solt, Mabel Rehrig, Jennie Shoemaker, Messrs. B. N. Shull, William Roebacker, Charles Krater, Al. Reichard, Horace Langkamerer, Clyde Wills, Harry Elliot, Bert Horn, Earl Westlake, Wilbur Romig, William Russel, Ira Hottenstein and Chas D. Mertz.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Yohe and daughter Miss Carrie, of Packerton, attended the funeral of a relative at Allentown on Monday.

Purely Personal. Rev. J. Alvin Reber attended the funeral of the late Rev. J. W. Kessler at Allentown on Monday. Deceased formerly resided here.

Nis Hollow. Ed Serfass is wearing a big smile these days. It's a baby girl.

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Nis Hollow. Edward Hontz attended the funeral of a relative at Lansford on Friday.

Well Known Citizens DeadThe Grim Reaper Visits This Community The Past Week.John Hauk, Sr., Mrs. John Geggus and Charles Weinland Answer the Dread Summons—The Latter Killed on the Rail.

The announcement of the death of John Hauk, Sr., yesterday noon caused a shadow of gloom to rest over this community. Deceased had been a sufferer with asthma and rheumatism for many years and at times was compelled to take to his bed. Recently he was enjoying fairly good health and because of this, the news of his death was a shock to his many relatives and friends. The other day he had the misfortune to fall down stairs. He suffered severe internal bruises and it is believed this accident had a great deal to do with hastening the end.

Mr. Hauk was a native of Germany and upon his arrival in this country when a young man settled in this vicinity. He established a bakery business and continued the same until several years ago, when he sold his business and has since been living retired.

Deceased was aged 72 years and besides his wife the following children survive: Mrs. Alex Graver, Mrs. T. A. Snyder, Miss Aggie R Hauk, Charles A. Hauk, of town; John Hauk, Jr., of Parryville, and William Hauk, a student at the University of Pennsylvania.

Mrs. John Geggus, one of this town's respected residents, died Tuesday morning at her home on Iron street after an illness of only three days with pneumonia. Deceaed was aged about fifty-two years and besides her husband she is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Chas. Obert and Mrs. Harvey Trainer, of town, and Mrs. Samuel Zellner, of East Mauch Chunk. She was a kind Christian lady and her many friends were grieved to learn of her sudden demise. The funeral will take place at 2 o'clock this afternoon.

Charles Weinland, a well known railroader of town, was struck by a Lehigh Valley passenger train at midnight last Thursday and instantly killed. He was a night switchman in the yards at this place and was assisting a crew to replace a derailed car near the Lehighton station when he heard the northbound passenger train speeding round the curve at the lower station. He warned the other men to beware of the approaching train and a monent later was instantly killed. He received several gashes about the head and a number of bones were broken. His remains were taken to the residence of his brother, Frank Weinland, South Second street, from whence the funeral took place at 9:30 o'clock Tuesday morning. Rev. John H. Kuder officiated. Interment was made in the local cemetery. Deceased was a widower and the father of five children. His wife died about four years ago. The children wre adopted into different families and are well provided for.

Charles Jones, of Walnutport, a Lehigh Valley brakeman, met death in a mysterious manner in the Mahoning yard early Tuesday morning. It is supposed that while in the act of jumping on a car, he fell under the train. His body was horribly mangled. The unfortunate man was aged 27 years and was only employed on the railroad since the 3d inst. A wife and several children are left to mourn.

Celebrated their Golden Wedding. Mr. and Mrs. George Miller, numbered among the oldest inhabitants of Franklin township, celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage in an appropriate manner at their residence in North Weissport on Sunday. The nearest of kin were

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among the guests present. A sumptuous dinner was served, the table being beautifully decorated with carnations. The aged couple were the recipients of numerous presents. Those who participated in the festivities were: John Leikel and wife, William Seltzer and wife, James Krum and wife, Ulysses Krum and wife, George Geisel and wife, Mrs. Maerkeffer, Rev. J. H. Longacre. Misses Elizabeth and Jennie Miller, Clara Leikel, Hattie Klotz, and Messrs. Charles and William Miller, Al. Miller, John Maerkeffer, Charles Krum, Mrs. Charles Boss, of New York City.

Happenings At Weissport. Jacob Johnson is the proud father of a young daughter.

Happenings At Weissport. Edward Esrang, of Franklin, and Miss Alvenia Graver, of town, were united in marriage by Rev. J. C. Lambert at Catasauqua on Saturday evening.

Happenings At Weissport. Miss Ella Rapp, of Wilkes-Barre, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Emma Fatzinger. They attended the funeral of a relative at Lehigh Gap on Tuesday.

Happenings At Weissport. Howard Arner was at Philadelphia on Wednesday, attending the funeral of Miss Alice Becker. Deceased was a daughter of the late Rev. Charles Becker, who was a resident of this place about twelve years ago.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. Reuben Trexler died last Friday after an illness of several weeks with the grip, aged sixty-nine years. Besides her aged husband she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Buck, of this place, and Mrs. Amanda Oswald, of Catasauqua. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon and was largely attended, Rev. W. A. C. Eby officiating assisted by Rev. W. J. Fretz. Interment was made in the Weissport cemetery.

Happenings At Weissport. The fuenral of the late Arthur M. Schoch, who died last Saturday in a hospital at Germantown, Philadelphia, of catarrh of the stomach, took place on Wednesday. The remains were brought here for burial in the Union Hill Cemetery. Deceased was aged 28 years and was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Schoch well known residents of Franklin township. He is survived by a wife and one child besides two brothers and three sisters.

Aquashicola. Two bright baby girls made their appearance in town last week. The happy “dads,” E. H. Olewine and Wesley Fatzinger, wear proud smiles.

Aquashicola. Annie Ziegenfus, the six year old daughter of Edwin Ziegenfus is very proficient with the needle, having made the patch work for a large quilt. A quilting party was givne in her honor on Wednesday to commemorate her birthday.

Big Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bauchspies and children Miss Mame and Elmer attended the funeral of a relative at Mauch Chunk last week.

Throughout The Valley. Miss Harriet, the youngest daughter of Capt. And Mrs. E. H. Rauch, of Mauch Chunk, died suddenly last Saturday morning of heart failure, aged 36 years. The funeral took place on Tuesday. The deceaed was a very estimable young lady and was greatly devoted to her parents who are both invalids.

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Ashfield. Edwin Serfass is a happy dad—its a boy.

Ashfield. James Kerchner and wife attended the funeral of his mother at New Tripoli on Tuesday.

New Mahoning. Mrs. Harriet Arner attended a funeral at Whitehall last week.

New Mahoning. James Murphy attended the funeral of his brother at Summit Hill on Wednesday.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Clyde Bowman and children attended the funeral of her aunt at White Haven this week.

Bowmanstown. Albert Brown, who was married to Miss Sadie Brown last week, moved into one of Maurice Bowman's houses this week.

Towamensing. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dersheimer, two old residents of Effort, died of grip last week and were consigned to mother earth in one tomb on Saturday at the Chestnut Hill church Cemetery at Gilberts.

Sittlers. Mrs. Adam Lochenor, an aged widow of this place, died last week and was buried last Friday at Ben Salem cemetery. Rev. T. N. Reber officiated.

Volume 14, Number 16, Friday, February 3, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. A little baby girl is a new arrival in the family of George Engleman.

The News Of Lehighton. The funeral of the late John Hauk took place from the family residence last Sunday afternoon and was very largely attended, attesting the esteem in which deceased was held by his numerous acquaintances. Revs. Reber and Winter of the Reformed Church officiated. The Germania Saengerbund was present in a body and rendered several selections. The pall bearers were: T. D. Clauss, Peter Heim, Henry Drumbore, C. Furtwangler, E. H. Snyder and C. A. Rex Many out of town friends attended the last sad rites.

Purely Personal. Among the relatives and friends from out of town who attended the funeral of the late John Hauk, were Councilman Joseph A. Eslen, sisters Misses Mamie and Annie Eslen, Editor C. Joseph Dacy and daughter, and Mrs. George Hambrecht, Philadelphia; Miss Kate Hambrecht, Norristown; Mrs. Charles Freudenberger and John Wentzel, Tamaqua; Mrs. Charles Farren, Wilkes-Barre; Daniel C. Boyer and Miss Boyer, Orwigsburg; Mrs. Caroline Stein, Geo. Stein, Mrs. Lizzie Blose and Miss Emma Sauers, Hazleton; Arthur Krause, Slatington; Jacob Buss, Nesquehoning; Raymond Sndyer, Haverford college; Mr. and Mrs. Louis Armbruster, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Shaeffer, E. I. J. Paetzel, Mrs. C. A. Rex, Misses Behee, Bartholomew and Steigerwalt, Mauch Chunk.

Happenings At Weissport. Edgar Kresge and Henry Walck are proud fathers of bouncing baby boys.

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Happenings At Weissport. Oscar Meyers and family attended the funeral of a relative at Easton on Saturday.

Happenings At Weissport. George Geisel, our popular blacksmith, is all smiles over the arrival of a young daughter in his family.

Mantz. George, son of Peter Hill, was buried at Zion's Church Cemetery yesterday.

Aquashicola. Mrs. James Ash died Wednesdsay evening after an illness of several weeks. She is survived by a large family of grown up children.

Keystone State News Condensed. An engine attached to a freight train collided with an empty engine on the Mountain cut-off on the Lehigh Valley railroad near Wlikes-barre a few days ago. When James McMeehan, engineer of the freight train, saw that a collision was inevitable he told Fireman Thomas Heffernan, of Mauch Chunk, to jump. The latter escaped with slight injuries. McMeehan leaped from the cab window, too, but was thrown under the locomotive and killed.

Parryville. Mrs. Thomas Brown attended the funeral of a relative at Allentown on Monday.

Parryville. A surprise party was tendered to Miss Lydia Sleider on Tuesday evening, the occasion being her thirteenth birthday anniversary. She received very many pretty presents. The following were present: Misses Agnes Ritzy, Minnie Schoenberger, Minnie Souders, Gertrude Lynn, Cora Markley, Dora Smith, Iva Peters, Sallie Remaly, Tillie Montz, Carrie Brown, Helen Koch, Mary Wentz, Della Straup, Fianna Reiner, Cora Souders, Hattie Straup, Maggie Wentz, Hattie Heydt, Messrs. Reuben Moyer, Geo. and James Wagner, George Serfass, Mr. Schumaker, Mr. Frantz and Miss Minnie Sleider, of Lehighton. All present had a good time.

Ashfield. Thomas Knobbenbeger has that funny feeling superinduced by the arrival of a young son in his family.

Ashfield. On January 17th while Mrs. Gideon Peter was doing her daily house work at John Smith's dairy farm and going down the icy walk in the back yard she slipped and fell, fracturing her left thigh bone near the hip joint. She suffered excruciating pains until Tuesday evening when death relieved her sufferings. She was aged seventy-four years. She was buried yesterday in the Brick Church Cemetery. She is survived by two sons Edwin and James Peters and two brothers, Thomas Ruch, of East Penn and William Ruch, of Slatington.

Volume 14, Number 17, Friday, February 10, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. In honor of the anniversary of her natal day Miss Crete Wheatley was tendered a pleasant surprise party on Monday evening. Those present had an enjoyable time and partook of refreshments. The guests were: Misses Anna and Myra Druckemiller, Bella Kreidler, Esther Gabel, Jean Heberling, Lillie McCormick, Nellie Bryan, Florence Derhamer, Carrie Meitzler, Florence Schaeffer, Mamie Hough, Helen Heydt and Mattie Koch.

The News Of Lehighton. Mr. and Mrs. Jackson Everitt, of North Second street, mourn the death

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of their six-year-old son Raymond, which occurred on Monday evening after an illness of several weeks with pneumonia. The funeral will take place this afternoon. Services will be held at the house at 1:30 o'clock from whence the cortege will proceed to the M. E. Church where services will be held at 2:30. In their sad affliction the bereaved family have the sympathy of their many friends.

Purely Personal. Ed. A. Ratcliffe attended the funeral of an uncle at Nesquehoning last Friday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Blank, Jr., attended the funeral of the latter's uncle at New Tripoli on Wednesday.

A Surprise Party. On the occasion of her birthday anniversary Mrs. James Yenser was tendered an

agreeable surprise party by her many friends at her home on Third street, Monday evening. The time was pleasantly spent in amusements of various kinds and a sumptuous supper was served. Those present were:

Mrs. Thomas Hunter, Mrs. Rebecca Reber, Mrs. W. W. Reber, Mrs. Howard Sheetz, Mrs. Phillip Wertman, Mrs. William Harleman, Mrs. William Sittler, Mrs. David Voorhees, Mrs. Charles Christman, Mrs. Oliver Hough, Mrs. Drake Long, Mrs. James Bigley, Mrs. Zach Hom, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Irvin, Mr. and Mrs. Eli DeFrehn, Mrs. Charles Beltz, Mrs. Alfred Sittler, Misses Eva Hoats, Ella Deifenderfer, Kate Snyder, May Christman, and Martin and Russel Beltz, Harry, Roy and James Yenser.

Happenings At Weissport. The funeral of Mrs. Fritzinger, who died on Monday night, took place on Thursday afternoon. She was aged 83 years and was the mother of a large family of children.

Nis Hollow. B. F. Steigerwalt and wife attended the funeral of a relative at Lynnville on Saturday.

Keystone State News Condensed. One man was instantly killed and three others fatally injured by falling a distance of 50 feet a few days ago while working on a bridge on the extension of the Buffalo Rochester & Pittsburg Railroad, near Punxsutawney. Charles Mothimer, of Hamburg, Pa., was killed and J. S. Tellear and Edgar Seigel, of Selinsgrove, were internally injured. The men were on a beam, which gave way with them.

Throughout The Valley. Amos Stroh, one of the county seat's oldest residents and a brother to the late Judge Stroh, died Tuesday aged 78 years.

Throughout The Valley. Cards are out announcing the wedding of James M. Breslin, Esq., of Mauch Chunk, and Miss Lizzie B. Murphy, of Wilkes-Barre, on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Mr. Breslin is Deputy Prothonotary and Clerk of Carbon County Courts.

Mantz. The son of Edwin Hill was buried on Saturday at Zion's Church.

Aquashicola. George Kleintop is all smiles over the arrival of a bright baby girl in the family.

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Aquashicola. Mrs. James Ash who died Wedneday last, was buried on Monday morning in the Towamensing cemetery. Services were held in the Evangelical Church and were conducted by Rev. Yotter, of Bangor, and Rev. Werner, of Parryville. The deceaed was aged 72 years, 1 month and 14 days. Eight children twenty five grand children and three great grand children survive. Mr. Ash died about seven months ago.

Volume 14, Number 18, Friday, February 17, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. A. W. Horn has been wearing a broad smile the past week on account of the arrival of a young grandson in his family.

The News Of Lehighton. Miss Nettie, the fourteen year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Anthony, of Allentown, died Tuesday, after a lingering illness with dropsy. Deceased had been staying at the residence of John Hottenstein, South Second street for several months, having come to Lehighton to recuperate. The change, however, brought little relief to the young sufferer and during the past week her condition grew alarming. Her parents were here when the end came and are prostrated over their loss. The family formerly resided here and their numerous friends sympathize with them in their sad bereavement. The funeral took place on Thursday afternoon from the Hottenstein residence. Rev. C. L. Oswald, of the United Evangelical Church at Allentown officiating. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Johnson and Mrs. Zellner and son, of Lopez, Sullivan county, were in town on Friday attending the funeral of a relative.

Lived Nearly A Century. Mrs. Elizabeth Bauer, of Lehighton Dies at the Age of Ninety-Five Years.

Before noon to-day there will be laid to rest in the old cemetery at Weissport the remains of one of the oldest inhabitants of Lehighton, Mrs. Elizabeth Bauer, who settled in Lehighton in 1833 with her husband Charles Gotlieb Bauer, and who, until a few years ago, could be seen plodding along our streets on her way to church or to visit a relative, passed to her reward on Monday afternoon. She was born in Heidleberg, when that township belonged to Northampton county, in the year 1803, her exact age being 95 years, 3 months and 3 days. Her husband died in 1856. Deceased enjoyed comparatively good health although bedfast for the past two years, the result of a broken hip, which would not heal. She was the moterh of a large vamily of children, seven of whom survive—Mrs. Lucetta Clauss, Mrs. Reuben Hunsicker, Mrs. Wm. Werner, of town; Nelson Bauer, of Darlington, Wis; George Bauer, of Catasauqua; Elwin Bauer, of East Mauch Chunk, and Frank Bauer, of Allentown. Three of the sons, Nelson, George and Frank, have held the office of Sheriff in their respective counties. Besides the above she is survived by 48 grand children, 44 great grand children and 3 great great grand children. Rev. J. H. Kuder will conduct the funeral services at the Clauss residence on North First street at ten o'clock this morning.

Mrs. Maria Arner.Mrs. Maria Arner, relict of the late David Arner died Thursday noon at her home on

Second street, after a lingering illnes, due to the grip. On September 14th last she celebrated her 89th birthday anniversary and was remarkably well preserved. She was the mother of nine

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children only two of whom survive, Miss Kate at home and David Arner, of Mauch Chunk. Two sisters also survive, Mrs. Joseph Neyer, West Penn, aged 92 years and Mrs. Tilghman Fisher, Summit Hill, aged 85 years.

Deceased has been a resident of this vicinity for many years and was well known.

Palmer City. John Bray is all smiles since Monday. It's a nine pound baby boy.

Happenings At Weissport. The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. John Caskie, of Union Hill, died last week and was buried at Slatington on Tuesday.

Happenings At Weissport. Milton Hartman and Miss Emma Keiser, both of Franklin township, were married by Rev. T. H. Krick on Saturday evening.

Happenings At Weissport. Charles Buck, aged 63 years, died at his home at Rickertsville last Friday after a year's illness with a complication of diseases. Death however, was due to paralysis of the heart. Besides his wife, three daughters and two sons survive: Mrs. Emma Hahn, Mrs. Chas. Hahn, Mrs. Wilmer Stransberry, all of Lehighton; Adam Buck, of Franklin township, and Milton Buck, who resides in the West. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon and was largely attended. Rev. W. J. Edleman, of the United Evangelical Church, officiated.

Keystone State News Condensed. John L. Davis, fire boss, was killed and Horace L. Johns, Joseph E. Evans and Stephen Smith, surveyor, were injured by an explosion of gas in the Dodge shaft of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western company at Scranton, Pa.

Throughout The Valley. N. D. Cortright, Sr., of the county seat, last Saturday celebrated his 82nd

birthday anniversary. He is one of the most prominent men in Eastern Pennsylvania.

Normal. A little son arrived at the home of Alvin Frantz. Alvin is pleased because the new arrival will be a voter.

Ashfield. Jonas Kolb attended the funeral of a relative at Rockport on Saturday.

Ashfield. A six-year-old child of William Ruch died on Wednesdsay and was buried at Ben Salem Church on Saturday.

New Mahoning. James Zellner and wife attended a funeral of a relative at Freemansburg on Sunday.

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The News Of Lehighton. Walter Esrang and Miss Carrie Miller were joined in wedlock last Saturday evening by Rev. Royer.

The News Of Lehighton. Peter Stauffer, of Wilkes-Barre, at one time a well to do resident of this place, was buried on Sunday in that city. Deceased was aged about 75 years.

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The News Of Lehighton. The remains of the late Mrs. Maria Arner were interred in St. John's cemetery, Mahoning on Monday afternoon. The funeral services were conducte at the house by Rev. D. A. Winter.

Purely Personal. Rev. J. H. Kuder attended the funeral of Rev. Schmidt at Freeland on Monday.

Death of Mrs. Paul Krege.The death of Mrs. Paul Kresge, the wife of the well known Justice of the Peace, of

Stemlersville, occurred on Wednesday morning after a lingering illness with cancer. Deceased was aged 62 years and besides her husband leaves to mourn nine children, four daughters and five sons. One of the sons is Geo. D. Kresge, the Third street merchant. The funeral will take place at 9 30 o'clock Saturday morning. Services at the Towamensing Church.

This is the first death in the family and those bereft have the sympath of their numerous acquaintances.

Happenings At Weissport. Miss Sadie Trainer was tendered a pleasant birthday party by a number of her friends on Friday evening.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. George Moyer was tendered a birthday surprise party on Wednesday evening. A large number of her friends were present.

Happenings At Weissport. The remains of Mr. Smith, of Wilkes-Barre, a brother-in-law to David Dreisbach, were brought here and conveyed to Kresgeville for burial yesterday morning.

Parryville. Rev. L. A. Werner is attending the funeral of his mother in Lebanon county.

Parryville. Mrs. Thomas Blose attended the funeral of a relative at White Haven on Saturday.

Parryville. William Bamford, a life-long resident of Parryville, died at his home at 11:30 o'clock Sunday morning, aged 70 years, 2 months and 26 days. Death was due to dropsy and heart troubles of which he had been ailing for over a year. His last employement was at the Packerton car shops. The deceased is survived by his aged wife, three sons and two daughters. The sons are: Edgar and Robert, of Nesquehoning, and Harry, of town, and the daughters are: Mrs. Alfred Kettra, of Summit Hill, and Mrs. Samuel Weidaw, of Bowmans. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon and was in charge of J. D. Bertolette Post, of Lehighton, of which he was a member, having been a veteran of the civil war.

Throughout The Valley. W. D. Thomas, a wealthy and prominent citizen, of Lansford, died on Saturday, aged 56 years. He was a mine contractor for the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Co., twenty years.

Throughout The Valley. John Erbe, of Hazleton,a Lehigh Valley brakeman, lost his life in a wreck at Coalport on Wednesday morning. The wreck was caused by a big rock falling on the tracks.

Ashfield. Miss Ida Anereas gave a delightful birthday party to a number of her friends Thursday evening. Among those who attended were, Mrs. Jas. Balliet, Misses Emma Balliet, Sallie

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Albright, Annie Rehrig, Flo Rehrig, Hattie Rehrig, Lillie Rehrig, Mary Thomas, Aruilla Rehrig, Beulah Pickford, Sadie Seiter, Mrs. H. Porter, Tilghman Schappbell, James Balliet, Chas. Brobst, James Rehrig, James Pickford, Wm. Youse, Chas. and Richard Rehrig.

Mantz. Joseph Schaeffer is all smiles since Saturday. It's a little boy.

Aquashicola. Joel Berger was buried in the Towamensing Cemetery on Saturday morning. The deceased was aged 76 years.

Volume 14, Number 20, Friday, March 3, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. T. Webster Clauss' home at Wilkes Barre was brightened by the arrival of a young daughter last week.

The News Of Lehighton. A new heir to the tonsorial throne made his appearance at the home of Barber Harry Lawfer. Harry has already ordered an extra chair. Next!

The News Of Lehighton. Aaron Seibert, clerk for Krum & Kistler, and Miss Ida Wehr, of East Penn, are about starting on their matrimonial career. Their many friends wish them success.

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Elizabeth Tice, aged 67 years, mother of Mrs. Eugene Bear, died at the residence of her daughter on Seventh street, last Friday. Interment was made at Paterson, N. J., on Sunday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Handwerk were at Slatington on Sunday attending the funeral of the latter's sister.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Clauss and daughters Miss Flo and Mrs. John J. Kutz attended the funeral of Peter Bachman at Allentown yesterday.

Happenings At Weissport. The home of Jeweler C. D. Kemerer was brightened by the arrival of a young son this week.

Happenings At Weissport. Flo, the five year daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Schaffer died Saturday of congestion of the brain and was buried on Tuesday afternoon. Rev. W. J. Edleman officiated. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the community in their sad affliction.

Aquashicola. Howard Fatzinger and Miss Daisy Kleintop will be married on Saturday.

Aquashicola. Abraham Prutzman, a former resident of Lehigh Gap, but who was studing medicine in Philadelphia, died of typhoid fever last week and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Tuesday. The cousins of the deceaesd were the pall-bearers. He was aged 24 years.

Aquashicola. The funeral of Mrs. Paul Kresge which was held at the Towamensing Church, Saturday, was one of the largest for many years. The church was filled to its door and benches had to be put in to accommodate the people. There were 127 teams. Revs. Krick and Moyer

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officiated. The deceased was aged 61 years, 4 months and 17 days.

Bowmanstown. Thomas Snyder and wife attended a funeral at Lehigh Gap, Tuesday.

Bowmanstown. Penn Bowman had an exciting runaway on Monday while returning from a funeral. After unloading his passengers at his store the horses took fright and dashed up Ochre alley and carried a pig sty with them for some distance. It was an amusing sight to see the pigs run in the confusion. The sleigh was considerably damaged.

Parryville. Lafayette Remaly was attending the funeral of a relative at Williamsport this week.

Parryville. A large number of our people attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Paul Kresge at Stemlersville on Saturday. Mrs. Robert Rinker, of town is one of the children.

Big Creek. Rev. J. W. Boyer, of Bangor, was united in marriage last week to Miss Frederica Danzer, of Beaver Run, by Bishop S. C. Breyfogel, of Reading. Rev. Boyer is a native of this vicinity and his many friends wish him and his long and happy wedded life.

Ashfield. James Kershner wears a broad smile—its a little girl.

Ashfield. Mrs. William Ross an old and respected resident of this place, died on Wednesday of consumption. Interment was made at the Pennsville church on Monday, Rev. Breinig officiating. Deceased was aged 71 years and leaves a husband and one daughter, Mrs. Alvin Hom to mourn her death.

Volume 14, Number 21, Friday, March 10, 1899

Lehigh County's Tragedy. Frank Krause, employed as hustler at the Cedarvile Hotel, about three miles from Allentown, got drunk last Friday an in a fit of jealously shot and killed Maggie Guth a domestic at the hotel and with whom he had become infatuated. The proprietor of the hotel Owen Kern and his wife also fell victims to the villan's bullets. Mr. Kern is lying at the point of death in a hospital. Mrs. Kern was shot through the hand with no serious results. The murderer was caught during the evening and lodged in the county jail. The dead girl, Maggie Guth, was aged 22 years. She was a niece of Daniel Walp, residing on Second street, Lehighton.

Death Accounts for long Absence. Two Mauch Chunk boys gathering fire wood on Friday came upon the body of Mrs. John Conarty, whose absence for more than two months has been veiled in mystery. The corpse lay in a clump of laurel bushes. Her feet were without shoes, and the appearance of her body indicated that she froze to death. Mrs. Conarty left her home on December 24th last to get water from a spring at the foot of Mt. Pisgah, about 150 yards from her home. She was never afterwards seen alive. She was 45 years of age.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Yohe, of Packerton, attended the funeral of a relative at Macungie last Friday.

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Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lienberger attended the funeral of the former's father at Slatington on Saturday.

Purely Personal. Mrs. M. J. Hartzell was called to Bethlehem on Saturday on account of the death of her fahter, Henry Unangst. Less than two months ago, Mrs. Hatzell was called to the same place by the death of her brother.

Happenings At Weissport. “Sat” Krege is all smiles over the arrival of a young son in his family.

Happenings At Weissport. A. M. Cochran and Miss Mary Whiteman, of Long Run, were joined in wedlock last Sunday by Rev. J. H. Longacre.

Happenings At Weissport. A pleasant surprise party was tendered Miss Flo Albright in honor of the anniversary of her birth last Saturday evening. After indulging in numerous games, charades, etc., refreshments were served by Misses Evilla and Standa Buss and Mabel Albright. The friends dispersed at a late hour seemingly well pleased with the evening's enjoyment. Those present were: Misses Meta Meyers, Gertrude Trine, Mame Seidle, Mabel Tice, Grace Nusbaum, Beulah Beltz, Minnie Sibbach, Messrs. W. Connor, Wm. Emery, Clair Miner, George Seidle, Edgar Engle, George Meyers, Frank Beidleman, James Remaley, Ferdinand Trine, Harry Williams, George Arner, Frank Graver and John Albright.

Ashfield. The funeral of Mrs. John Harter will be held today at 10 o'clock. Interment will be made at the Pennsville cemetery. Rev. T. N. Reber will officiate.

Volume 14, Number 22, Friday, March 17, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Station Agent Bryan is the proud “dad” of another bouncing baby boy.

The News Of Lehighton. Henry Weichman, of Mauch Chunk, and Miss Minnie C. Benner, of town, were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony Tuesday evening at the residence of and by Rev. John H. .Kuder. We wish the young couple peace and joy throughout life.

The News Of Lehighton. Abram Christman who was struck by an engine in the Packerton yards last week and who was removed to St. Luke's Hospital for treatment, died at that institution on Saturday. His remains were brought to his home at this place and were buried in the Lehighton Cemetery on Wednesday morning. Services were held in Trinity Lutheran Church. Rev. J. H. Kuder, officiating. The P. O. S. of A. attended in a body.

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Mary Mockler on Wednesday passed the 86th milestone along life's journey, and still enjoys good health. She has been making her home with her son, W. C. McCormick, for the past thirty-five years.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. David Ebbert attended the funeral of a relative at Cherryville on Saturday.

Rev. Reber Surprised.

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The forty-eighth anniversary of the birth of Rev. J. Alvin Reber was fittingly celebrated at his home on South Second street last Friday evening. A large number of friends were present and enjoyed the occasion. He was the recipient of many useful gifts. Those present were:

Misses Jennie Rex, Annie Frantz, Martha Miller, Anzie Trainer, Mrs. Charles Trainer, Mrs. Frank Weinland, Miss Carrie Blank, Mrs. Thomas Fink, Miss Mamie Rupp, Mrs. L. Fenstermacher, Mrs. Edward Ohl, Mrs. O. Hough, Mr. and Mrs. George Blank, Mrs. Levi Krum, Rev. and Mrs. Krick and daughter Marie, Mrs. Calvin Smith, Mrs. Harvey Hess and son, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Seaboldt, Mrs. Henry Bretney, Mrs. George H. Enzian, Miss Alice Mantz, Mrs. Brader, Miss Carrie Peters, Mrs. Ed. Hunsicker, Mrs. D. Farren, Miss Ida Peters, Mrs. Geo. Emmett, Mrs. L. Roth, Miss Katie Fenstermacher, Mrs. Charles Lapp, Misses Alice and Sadie Hontz, Mrs. Hauk and daughter Miss Aggie, Earl Beltz, Mrs. Dr. Snyder, William Russell, Miss Kate Farren, Mrs. Harvey Hough, Mrs. William Newhart, Miss Freidenbach, of Weatherly.

Leaped To His Death.Charles Ulrich, of Packerton, Jumps from a Third Story Window at Allentown.

Chas. Ulrich, employed as brakeman on the Lehigh Valley Railroad, and who has been a resident of Packerton the past two years, ended his life at Allentown on Wednesday evening by jumping headlong from a third story window to the street, a highth of 35 feet. The unfortunate man was 42 years of age and married but did not live with his family.

Ulrich had not been working since he met with an accident on the road about a week ago when the thumb of his left hand was injured. Last Saturday he went to Allentown and started on a spree. People who know him say he was drunk up to the time of his death. He spent his time at the apartments of Mrs. Sallie Weitknecht, who occupies the third floor of 821 Hamilton street, and with whom he was infatuated. He was in bad company and drank heavily all the time. The other occupants of the house say he was melancholy but refused to state the cause of his trouble. He directed one of his friends to write his will, and the following remarkable instrument, to which Ulrich signed his name was drawn up.

“Mrs. Sarah A. Weitknecht shall have power over all my estate as long as she lives. I hereby declare that everything that belongs to me shall belong to her. There is no one that has anything to say but myself. This is my last will and testament.”

After signing the will Ulrich ate supper and while the two women were still at the table he made a dive for the window, threw up the sash and leaped out. He shot through the air head first like an arrow and struck the sidewalk with a crash. Death was instantaneous.

Happenings At Weissport. John Arner was tendered a birthday surprise party on Monday evening.

Happenings At Weissport. The infant child of Oscar Acker, of Union Hill, died on Thursday and was buried on Saturday.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. Angeline Groot, Mrs. Daniel Knerr, Mrs. William Reed, Mrs. Harry Knerr and Mrs. Warren Messinger attended the funeral of a relative at White Haven on Monday.

The Rambler. A Lehigh county man died at the poor house a few days ago. He was the father of 32 children. None of them was at his funeral, and none of the 32 called on him in his dying days.

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The fate of King Lear compared with this was heavenly. He groaned and went mad over the serpent toothed sharpness of his luck when two daughters went back on him. But this poor soul was gone back on by 32. Which shows that civilization has been galloping along at a great rate since the unsophisticated days of the Lear family.

The Rambler. A couple named Newton Lord and Jennie Helper were married in a neighboring town some days ago, and the editor of the local paper was almost clubbed to death by the indignant groom because he made use of the heading, “Lord-Helper.”

Ashfield. The nine months old son of Ira Ruch died on Wednesday morning of carcinoma of the liver complicated with acute meningitis, and was buried at Ben Salem Church cemetery on Saturday afternoon. Rev. Strauss officiated.

Ashfield. Reuben Harter, aged 76 years, a well-known citizen of this place, died on Friday afternoon from gastric catarrh of the stomach, from which disease he had been suffering the past fifteen years. The remains were buried at Ben Salem Church cemetery on Tuesday. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Eli Smith and Mrs. Harrison German.

Aquashicola. A baby boy made its appearance in Emmon Green's family.

Throughout The Valley. Hugh Donahue, of Philadelphia, aged 33 years, was killed at Catasauqua on Saturday night while coupling cars.

Normal. A number of our citizens attended the funeral of an infant child of Ira Ruch, which was buried on Saturday at Ben Salem Church.

Nis Hollow. Mrs. Lauer, who lived near this place until a few months ago, died last week at the residence of her son at Stony Run, Lehigh county, aged 90 years, 7 months and 4 days. She is survived by several sons and daughters. The funeral occurred on Thursday.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Maurice Bowman and Mrs. Henry Bowman attended the funeral of Reuben Harter at East Penn on Tuesday.

Bowmanstown. The Centre Hotel was the scene of a happy event last Friday evening. George Caskie was twenty-two years of age and his many friends were invited to participate in the celebration of the event by his sister, Mrs. Leibenguth. A royal good time was had by all. The guests were: Pat. Hertzog, Albert Yenser, James Werly, Purietta Remaley, Granville Rehrig, Mame Romig, Glendora Hoffman, Ella Rehrig, Emma Leibenguth, Helen and Jennie Leibenguth, Ada Ruch, Lizzie Simpson, Zenobia Hahn, Anna Betzenberger, Georgiana Hawkins and Anna Caskie.

Sittlers. Cyrus Breiner is the proud dad of a baby girl.

Sittlers. Oliver Mantz, of this place and Miss Henietta Ohl were granted a marriage license at Mauch Chunk the other day.

Towamensing. William Strohl and wife attended the funeral of the eleven year old son of James

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Strohl at Weatherly on Saturday.

Big Creek. Mrs. Adam Begel and Mrs. Samuel Fisher were at Philadelphia over Sunday attending the funeral of a relative.

Volume 14, Number 23, Friday, March 24, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Miss Lillie Stocker and W. C. Johnstonbaugh, both of town, were recently married by Rev. J. A. Reber.

The News Of Lehighton. Rev. Abraham Bartholomew was 76 years old last Friday and in honor of the event his relatives assembled at his home on South Third street to celebrate the event. Those present from out of town were: Rev. C. E. Bartholomew and wife, of Cressona; Rev. A. O. Bartholomew and wife, of Easton; Landlord Eugene Bartholomew and wife, of Weatherly, and John Newhart, of Seigfrieds.

Happenings At Weissport. Francis Rhoades is the happy “dad” of a young son.

Happenings At Weissport. A pleasant surprise part was tendered Mrs. Warren Seidle in honor of her 41st birthday anniversary at her home last Tuesday evening. Those present were Rev. and Mrs. Krick and daughter, Mrs. Milton Emery, Mrs. George Moyer, Mrs. A. A. Knoebel, Mrs. Oliver Trine and daughter Irene, Mrs. Elmer Arner and son, Mrs. James Rothermel, Mrs. James Remaley, Mrs. Milton Flory, Mrs. Harry Knerr, Mrs. William Welty, Mrs. Benjamin Peters, Mrs. John Seidle, Mrs. Charles Yohe, Mrs. Henry Christman, Mrs. Joseph Strohl Mrs. William Tice, Mrs. John Kressley, Mrs. Emma Fatzinger, Mrs. D. B. Albright, Mrs. Howard Frantz, Misses Carrie Yohe, Mary Moyer, Gertrude Trine, Lizzie Moyer, Bessie and Mabel Remaley, Messrs. Harry Christman, Ferdinand Trine and Harry Seidle.

Ashfield. The family of Charles Ginder was brightened on Friday by the arrival of a daughter.

Throughout The Valley. Owen Kern, a hotel proprietor at Cedarville, Lehigh county, who was shot March 1, by Frank Krause, when the latter murdered Maggie Guth, died Saturday night from his wound.

Bowmanstown. Daniel Romig is the happiest man in town because its a boy this time.

Big Creek. Ed. Lauer attended the funeral of his mother at Stony Run, Berks county last week.

Aquashicola. Oliver Blose is the happiest “dad” in town. The tide turned—its a boy.

Aquashicola. Beulah, the 14 year old daughter, of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Teeler, of Lehigh Gap, died on Monday and was buried on Thursday.

New Mahoning. A pleasant surprise party was tendered to Miss Mame Fenstermacher in honor of the anniversary of her birth last Tuesday evening. After indulging in numerous games, etc., refreshments were served.

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Volume 14, Number 24, Friday, March 31, 1899

Purely Personal. Michael Losos will leave tomorrow night for St. Louis, Mo., where he will officiate as best man at the wedding of his brother Simon Losos. The latter visited here last summer during which time he made many friends who extend best wishes for a happy voyage over the matrimonial sea.

Happenings At Weissport. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stout died on Saturday of diphtheria and was buried in the Big Creek cemetery on Monday.

Bowmanstown. David Meinhard is all smiles. Its a girl.

Keystone State News Condensed. The boiler of a locomotive drawing a train of empty coal cars on the Philadelphia & Reading railroad exploded nine miles north of Reading Monday afternoon. Oscar Leisy, a brakeman, was killed, and Lyman Emerich, fireman, and George D. Zimmerman, engineer, were injured. Emerich's injuries will probably prove fatal.

Normal. Uriah Xander is all smiles over the arrival of a young heiress.

New Mahoning. Amandus Kistler is the proud dad of a bouncing baby boy.

New Mahoning. Mrs. Elizabeth, wife of Daniel Flickinger died last Wednesday, aged 77 years, 3 months and 1 day. Death was caused by dropsy and infirmities due to age. Besides her husband she is survived by one son and eleven step-children. The funeral took place Monday afternoon and was largely attended. Services were held in the Evangelical Church conducted by Rev. G. Heinrich. Interment in the cemetery near the Church.

Aquashicola. The population of town increased during the week—Lawrence Blake is the happy dad.

Sittlers. Ambrose Steigerwalt is the proud dad of a bouncing baby boy.

Volume 14, Number 25, Friday, April 7, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. John Hoffman became the proud father of a baby girl last week.

The News Of Lehighton. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Christman was buried on Wednesday, Rev. Kuder officiating. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of their many friends.

The News Of Lehighton. Daniel Shoemaker, aged 74 years, died Saturday morning at the family residence on the Heights. The funeral took place on Wednesday. Deceased was a life long resident of this vicinity and was highly repected.

The News Of Lehighton. Miss Katharine, the accomplished daughter of Hon. And Mrs. A. J. Durling, was united in marriage Wednesday morning to H. W. Hagerman of Bangor. Rev.

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William May, of the M. E. Church, performed the ceremony in the parlors of the Durling home in the presence of only the bride's immediate relatives. After the ceremony the couple left on a wedding tour to Philadelphia and New York.

Purely Personal. Mrs. E. S. Hibbler attended the funeral of her sister at Stroudsburg on Tuesday.

Nis Hollow. Harry Steigerwalt, who had been ill with pneumonia several weeks, died on Sunday morning at one o'clock, aged eighteen years. Interment was made in Bowmanstown Cemetery on Monday.

Happenings At Weissport. Nero Weiss is all smiles over the safe arrival of a young son in his family.

Happenings At Weissport. John Gaumer and wife were at Weatherly on Wednesday attending the funeral of a relative.

Happenings At Weissport. Harry Shoemaker and Miss Agnes Solt were united in marriage by Rev. T. H. Krick last Friday evening.

Happenings At Weissport. Samuel Green and Miss Mame Werley were united in the holy bonds of matrimony in St. Paul's Lutheran Church last Sunday evening. The ceremony took place after the regular preaching services and was performed by Rev. J. H. Longacre after which the invited guests adjourned to the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Musselman where a reception was tendered the popular young couple. Ray Strausburger and George Begel were the ushers. After the reception the couple left on a wedding trip to Niagara Falls. They will make their home at Bethlehem where the groom holds a clerkship in the Lehigh Valley offices. They were the recipients of numerous and costly presents. The well wishes of a large circle of friends is their's for a happy and prosperous future.

Bowmanstown. Mrs. Savannah Lentz has a little girl and Thomas, her husband, is all honk-a-dory.

Keystone State News Condensed. The funeral of James Boyle, the rough rider, was held Sunday. The interment was made with military honors in St. Joseph's Catholic cemetery at Summit Hill, Lansford. There were fully 5,000 people in attendance. Local companies, the G. A. R. and several secret societies attended in a body. A detail of volunteers fired a volley over the grave after which the last bugle call was sounded.

Keystone State News Condensed. Two victims of the American-Spanish war were buried in Luzerne county Sunday. They were John McBride of Wilkesbarre, and Julius B. Weil, of Plymouth. McBride was the only Wilkesbarre man killed in the war. The people turned out in great numbers at the funerals.

Aquashicola. The youngest child of Irvin Farber died on Sunday morning and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Wednesday morning. Rev. Moyer officiated.

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Volume 14, Number 26, Friday, April 14, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. A young son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. E. Beltz died Monday night after an illness of two weeks with pneumonia.

The News Of Lehighton. Aaron Haupt, aged 75 years, a well known and life long resident of Lehighton, died Tuesday afternoon at his residence on South Third street, after an illness of only a few days. Heart failure was the direct cause of death. His wife preceeded him in death several years ago. His only sister is Mrs. Joel Rex, of South Second street. The funeral will take place today.

The News Of Lehighton. The remains of Mrs. Sophie Raudenbush, relict of the late Milton Raudenbush, who died at her home in Philadelphia on Monday, aged 69 years, were brought to Lehighton for interment yesterday noon. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Alex Bowman. The family formerly resided here.

Happenings At Weissport. A. A. Knobel and wife were at Shamokin this week attending the funeral of the former's father.

Happenings At Weissport. Rev. W. A. C. Eby, pastor of Ebenezer Evangelical Church, was united in mmarriage on Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock to Miss Anne E. Bogar at the residence of the bride's mother at Lykens, Pa The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Dr. O. L. Saylor, the presiding elder of this district, in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. Miss Florence Bogar, the bride's sister was maid of honor, and the groom's brother John Eby, was best man. After the ceremony a reception was held after which the young couple left on an extended wedding tour to Reading and other places. Upon their return they will go to housekeeping in the parsonage adjoining the local Church. The Press joins their many friends in best wishes for a prosperous future.

Keystone State News Condensed. Terrence Anderson of Plymouth, who was demented, told his wife the other morning that he intended killing himself by jumping down a coal shaft. He started in the direction of the Delaware & Hudson mine at Plymouth. His wife and two sons started in pursuit. He ran for half a mile and threw himself down shaft No. 4, which is 800 feet deep. His body was crushed into an unrecognizable mass.

Throughout The Valley. James I. Blakslee and wife on Monday celebrated the sixty-first anniversary of their marriage at their home at Mauch Chunk.

Throughout The Valley. John Martin, aged 41 years, of Hoffmansville, Lehigh county, got drunk Saturday night and went in a barn to sleep. The barn caught fire soon afterwards and Martin's body was cremated.

New Mahoning. Adam Eberts and Wiliam Sittler attended the funeral of a relative at Slatington on Wednesday.

Aquashicola. Mrs. Silliman an aged lady of near Little Gap, died on Wednesday.

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Volume 15, Number 1, Friday, April 21, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Horace Gross, a former resident of this town, and a son of Rev. G. W. Gross, was united in marriage yesterday to Miss Anna Snyder, daughter of Dr. Snyder, a prominent phsician of Plainfield, N. J. We wish the couple much joy and happiness throughout life.

The News Of Lehighton. In the parlors of the Alpha Club on Wednesday evening, T. A. Snyder, Esq., tendered his many friends a delightful banquet in honor of his birthday anniversary. The evening was spent in merry making and at a seasonable hour a fine collation was served. G. C. Clauss' mandolin orchestra furnished the music for the occasion. The banquet surpassed anything in that line ever given by an individual in this town and Mr. Snyder's friends speak in glowing terms of his hospitality.

His Injuries Proved Fatal. Charles Trainer, a life long and respected resident of this town, who met with an accident last week, as noted in these columns, died Saturday noon from the effects of his injuries. Deceased was aged about 60 years and was the father of a large family. Besides his wife these children survive: Mrs. W. F. Holmes, of Mountain Top; Mrs. E. J. Fisher, of Pittston; Milton, of Easton; William, of Stemlersville; Mrs. Ambrose F. Peters, Pierce, Thomas and Misses Anzie and Katie, of town. Four sisters and four brothers are also left to mourn: Mrs. L. Babcock, Mrs. John Camp, Mrs. Abraham DePew and Mrs. Amandus Dunn, all of Hazleton; Harry, of Weissport; Wilson, Lewis and John Trainer, of town. The funeral took place at 1:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Services were held in Zion's Reformed Church of which deceased was a member. Revs. D. A. Winter and J. Alvin Reber officiated. Interment was made in the town cemetery. A large concourse of people followed the remains to their last resting place.

Happenings At Weissport. George R. Maier visited at Allentown Sunday. While there he recognized a friend across the street and stepped over to chat with him. A four-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lindner, at whose house he was a guest, followed him. In crossing the trolley car tracks the little tot was run down and beheaded by an electric car.

Normal. N. M. Balliet's home was recently brightened by the arrival of a little daughter.

Parryville. Daniel Remaley, of this place, and Louisa S. Beck, of Hazards, have been granted a marriage license.

Aquashicola. A marriage license was granted at Easton last week to Nelson Roth, of Berlinsville and Emma Fields, of town.--Easton Argus.

Towamensing. Mrs. Samuel Silliman, an aged widow, who resided in Eldrid Township, Monroe county, died on Wednesday. The funeral was held on Saturday forenoon at Eldrid Church near Kunkletown.

Volume 15, Number 2, Friday, April 28, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Howard Oswald this week became the happy dad of a twelve pound

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baby boy.

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Mary Ellen Blose, who conducted a confectionery store in this place for a number of years, died Saturday at her home at Reading.

The News Of Lehighton. Friends of Rev. Strauss spent a very pleasant evening last Thursday celebrating the fifty-fourth birthday anniversary of the reverend gentleman. He received many useful presents.

Death of Mrs. Stinson Hagaman.Mrs. Margurite, relict of the late Stinson Hagaman, died at six o'clock Tuesday morning

at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Lee Wills, at Weissport. Deceased had been in poor health since the death of her husband last fall. She was aged 79 years and 10 months. Mrs. Hagaman was a kind christian lady and enjoyed the esteem of numerous acquaintances. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Lee Wills, Mrs. E. J. Solt, Weissport, Mrs. F. J. Kistler East Stroudsburg, and Mrs. M. A. Weiss, Philadelphia.

The funeral took place yesterday afternoon. Services were held at the Wills residence at two o'clock, after which the cortege proceeded to the Lehighton M. E. Church of which deceased was a member for many years, Rev. William May officiating. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Death of John Graver. John Graver, until recently janitor of the Y. M. C. A. building at Mauch Chunk, died suddenly at his home at that place last Friday night, aged 63 years. Deceased was born in Weissport in 1836. He was a son of Andrew Graver a pioneer resident of Weissport. A wife and six children are left to mourn. The funeral took place Monday afternoon. Services were held in the Reformed Church, Revs. Krick and Kinny officiating. Interment was made in the Weissport Cemetery. He was a veteran of the late war.

Purely Personal. Mrs. S. R. Gilham, Mrs. W. H. Rex, Mrs. T. D. Thomas, Mrs. Lewis Wehr and daughter Miss Mabel and Mrs. Samuel Seiler attended the funeral of Mrs. John Weaver at Germansville on Monday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Swartz and Owen Swartz attended the wedding reception of Mr. and Mrs. Horace Gross at Bethlehem on Saturday evening. Rev. and Mrs. Geo. Gross at the same time celebrated the thirtieth anniversary of their wedding.

Happenings At Weissport. The latest arrivals are a little daughter at the home of John Keiser and a young son in the family of Charles Fronheiser.

Happenings At Weissport. Wm. Graver and wife, of Wilkes-Barre, attended the funeral of his brother John on Monday and remained several days to visit among old friends.

Normal. Clifford Rex and Miss Rex were united in marriage on Sunday by Rev. Strauss. Their many friends extend best wishes for a happy journey through life.

Throughout The Valley. “Johnny” Schrair, an inmate of the Lehigh county poor house since its erection in 1845, died on Sunday of apoplexy, aged 78 years.

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Bowmanstown. Thos. Strohl and wife were called to the bed side of their son Milton who is in a dying condition at St. Luke's Hospital, South Bethlehem.

Parryville. Charles Schortz, Jr., and Mrs. Millie Seltzer were married on Saturday afternoon by H. D. Snyder, J. P.

Aquashicola. Alexander Snyder is the proud dad of a bouncing baby boy.

Volume 15, Number 3, Friday, May 5, 1899 [last page of this issue is missing]

The News Of Lehighton. William McCormick, Jr., and Miss Marha Miller will be united in the holy bonds of matrimony tomorrow evening.

The News Of Lehighton. Rev. J. H. Kuder was tendered an agreeable surprise at his residence on Fourth street on Monday evening in honor of his birthday anniversary. A large number of guests were present and participated in the festivities.

The News Of Lehighton. The two-year-old child of Ed. Fronheiser, of Bridge street, died Saturday and was buried on Tuesday.

Purely Personal. Mrs. Margurite Sittler, Mrs. Eli DeFrehn, Mrs. Angeline Irvin, Mrs. Clayton Peters and Mrs. John Pratt attended the funeral of a relative at Tamaqua on Sunday.

Aquashicola. Emma Fields, of this place and Nelson Roth, of Berlinsville were married at the residence of the bride on Monday evening by Rev. Harrison Moyer.

Keystone State News Condensed. John E. Shannon, aged 63 years, an old soldier, committed suicide at Williamsport by taking the contents of a two ounce bottle of laudanum.

Volume 15, Number 4, Friday, May 12, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Elmer Grow is all smiles over the arrival of a young son in his family last week.

The News Of Lehighton. Miss Anna Houser was tendered a pleasant surprise on Monday evening in honor of her 20th birthday anniversary.

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Daniel Miller died on Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Drissel, Mahoning street, aged 81 years. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon. Interment was made at Beck's Church, Mahoning.

Ended His Own Life. Melanchton Rex, a well known citizen of this town, aged about 38 years, committed suicide by hanging himself to rafters in the garret of his own home on Ninth street last Thursday night. The rash act is attributed to temporary insanity brought on by worriment over some difficulty he had in reference to his work in the Lehigh Valley blacksmith shop at

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Packerton. He had made no threats nor indicated in any way his intention to end it all. His good wife was surprised at his absence at supper and when he did not put in an appearance at bed time thought perhaps he was called out to work. When she arose in the morning she noticed his clothes hanging in a closet and then instituted a search for her husband. Her surprise may well be imagined, when, upon going to the garret she saw his lifeless form in the manner above described. The unfortunate man was highly respected and sober and industrious. Besides his wife he is survived by a six year old son. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon and was very largely attended. Services were held at the house conducted by Rev. William May, of the M. E. Church. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery. In her sad affliction Mrs. Rex has the sympathy of the entire community.

Happenings At Weissport. Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Longacre were attending the funeral of a relative near Mantz yesterday.

Happenings At Weissport. Rev. George A. Wentz, a Mennonite preacher, who died at Nazareth last week was buried in Union Hill cemetery on Wednesday afternoon. Services were held in Ebenezer Evangelical Church, conducted by Revs. Musselman and Brunner. Deceased was a son of Mrs. Rebecca Wentz, of Union Hill. A wife is also left to mourn. He was aged 32 years.

Happenings At Weissport. Dr. C. E. Delcamp, one of the best known phsicians in this section died Sunday evening at his home on Union Hill after an illness of several weeks with enlargement of the heart aged about 57 years. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon. Services were held in Ebenezer Evangelical Church, Lehighton. Revs. Heinrich and Edleman officiating. Interment was made in Lehighton Cemetery, a large concourse of people following the remains to their last resting place. Deceased is survived by his wife and brother Harry of town, and sister Mrs. Sallie Faust, of Lehighton.

Bowmanstown. William Boyer, aged 79 years, 7 months and 13 days, died Tuesday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Lizzie Maidenwald. The funeral will take place on Sunday morning, Rev. Werner officiating. Interment will be made at Snyder's church, Lehigh Gap. Besides the above these children survive: Precilla Bentz and Amelia Voght, of Easton; Milton Boyer, Kansas; Mrs. Annie Meyers, Woodhaven, L. I.; Elijah Boyer, Butte, Mont.; Jabez Boyer, Reading. The deceased was the youngest of a family of 11 children all of whom preceded him to the grave. The family is remarkable for its longevity, his brothers' and sisters' ages ranging from 75 to 95 years. His grandfather was Ferdinand Boyer, a pioneer settler of this country, who lived 99 years and 10 months. He lived and died within half a mile of the spot where he was born. His remains lie at the old Towamensing church where so many of the pioneer settlers are buried. The family history is an interesting one and many of the members took part in the French and Indian wars.

Sittlers. T. E. Sittler, our enterprising merchant, and William Wertman, the marbel cutter, attended the funeral of Mrs. David Horn at Lynnport on Monday.

Sittlers. Mrs. Solomon Hoppes, one of the oldest residents of this section died Friday from a complication of diseases, aged 90 years. Nine children mourn her departure, Daniel Hoppes, of Mahanoy City; Elias Hoppes, of Steinsville; Solomon Hoppes, of Reading; Joseph Hoppes, Washington Hoppes, Mrs. Polly Longacre and Mrs. Daniel Nothstein, of Normal; Mrs. Daniel Zeigler, of Quakake, and Mrs. David Kistler, of this place. The funeral took place from the

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residence of Joseph Hoppes on Thursday, Rev. W. H. Strauss officiating. Interment was made at Zion's Church cemetery.

Aquashicola. Walter Bray and wife, Thos. Bray and wife and Elijah Bray were attending the funeral of their mother at Bangor on Tuesday.

Aquashicola. Hon. Levi Wentz and wife and daughter, Miss Mamie, were at Weissport on Wednesday attending the funeral of a relative.

Volume 15, Number 5, Friday, May 19, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Born—A son to Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Heberling last Friday.

The News Of Lehighton. On Tuesday a young son made his appearance in the family of Robert C. Trainer, Carbon street.

The News Of Lehighton. Daniel Schoch and Miss Louisa Cochran, a well-known young couple have been granted a license to wed.

The News Of Lehighton. A twin son of John Krupp, North Fourth street, died last Friday, aged five months. Its mate died several months ago.

The News Of Lehighton. Freerick Bourcey, of town, and Miss Minnie Dreisbach, of Mauch Chunk, were united in marriage Tuesday evening at the Reformed parsonage, East Mauch Chunk, by Rev. I. M. Bachman.

The News Of Lehighton. At his residence last Saturday evening Rev. John H. Kuder united in marriage Wm. W. Rothermel and Miss Emma Shive, both of town. The young couple have the best wishes of their many friends for a safe voyage.

The News Of Lehighton. John H. Heberling, aged 25 years died early Tuesday morning after a lingering illness with consumption at the residence of his mother, Mrs. Reuben Heberling on Third street. Deceased was an exemplary young man and enjoyed the esteem of large circle of friends. Besides his mother he is survived by three brothers and three sisters. The funeral will take place at 1 30 o'clock this afternoon. Services will be held in Ebenezer Evangelical Church, Rev. Heinrich officiating. Norman Commandery Knights of Malta of which deceased was a member, will attend in a body.

Happenings At Weissport. B. A. Arner, David Koons and Geo. Brong are a trio of happy “dads”--two boys and one girl.

Happenings At Weissport. The couple recently married by Rev. Thos. H. Krick were Daniel H. Ramaly, of Parryville and Miss Laura Eck, of Little Gap, and John Hough and Emma A. Walck, of Weisspot.

Crashed Into A Standing Train.

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Thirty Dead.Excursionists Returning From the Pennsylvania State Capital are Wrecked at Reading—About Fifty Injured.

A collision of passenger trains occurred on the Philadelphia & Reading railroad at Exeter, about six miles south of Reading, Pa., last Friday night. Thirty are known to be dead and about fifty injured.

Killed—John Slingluff, Norristown; H. Thompson, Norristown; Elmer Shelly, Hatboro; Frank Sower, Norristown; Henry G. Wentz, Norristown; William Stahler, Norristown; Joseph Taylor, Norristown; John K. Kuntz, Norristown; Charles G. Leaf, Ft. Washington; Samuel R. Beatty, Conshohocken; Charles H. White, Norristown; Capt. G. C. Eicholtz, Downingtown; George Schall, Norristown; William Lewis, Norristown; H. Hunchburger, Gulf Mills; J. E. Filman, Reading; John Johnston, Hatboro; John M. Coulston, Norristown, died at hospital; C. L. Laverty, Harrisburg; D. H. Yoder, Pottstown; Lucien J. Custer, aged 19, Pottstown; William C. Camm, Norristown; H. C. Hartford, Norristown; Norman Holmes, Aged 13, Norristown; Capt. S. T. Street, Philadelphia; Michael Lawn, Germantown.

The injured, as far as the name could be learned, are:Eddie Smith, Norristown; Charles White, Norristown; Nathan O'Neil Norristown;

Luther Custer, serious, Pottstown; Patrick Kern, Norristown; Pascal Walters, Swedeland, Harry Leister, serious, Phoenixville; L. B. Vanderslice, Phoenixville; Theodore Naddle, Norristown; William Frederborn, Norristown; Charles Maddis, Conshohocken; John Earl, Conshohocken; Harry Kantz, Norristown; David Carney, Norristown; A. J. Ashenfelder, Norristown, hurt in the chest.

The regular express train from Pottsville for Philadelphia, connected at the station in Reading with a train from Harrisburg which was crowded with excursionists who had been to the state capitol to witness the ceremonies in connection with the unveiling of the Hartranft monument. Many of the Harrisburg passengers at Reading went aboard the Philadelphia express, but it being found that all could not be accommodated it was decided to send an extra train to Philadelphia to run as the second section of the express.

The extra train left twenty minutes later than the express. At Exeter the express stopped for orders, and while standing still, the extra train crashed into it, while moving at great speed. Three of the rear cars of the express were telescoped and the first car of the extra train was also wrecked. The passengers in these care were terribly mangled, many being killed outright, while others had limbs maimed.

At least 10,000 persons visited the scene of the wreck Sunday. Almost everybody was bent on carrying away some kind of a memento. Many of the people did not hesitate to take away with them pieces of wood thoroughly saturated with human blood. Everything in the neighborhood of the wreck is bespattered with blood and the sight was a gruesome one.

The question as to who is responsible for the catastrophe is still being discussed. That someone blundered is generally admitted by railroad men. Who it was no one seems to positively know, and opinions on this point differ widely.

New Mahoning. Frank Miller is all smiles over the arrival of a bright baby boy in the family.

Keystone State News Condensed. An accident at the Centralia Colliery, at Centralia a few days ago, resulted in the death of four men and the fatal injury of two others. The killed are: James , 35 years; John , 30; Joseph , 43; John , 30. Sixteen men were employed removing dirt from a culm bank, which was about 75 feet high, and were caught under a large portion of the bank

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which fell.

Keystone State News Condensed. Harriet Jackson, aged 23 years, committed suicide at Towanda the other day by swallowing seven grains of strychnine. The young woman had been arrested for forging her mother's name to a check, and it was while seated at a table opposite the constable who made the arrest that she placed the poison in her mouth, stating it was for headache. In 20 minutes she was dead.

Throughout The Valley. Thomas McGorry, a 19-year-old Nesquehoning lad, jumped off a moving train on Monday and sustained injuries from which he died next day.

Parryville. Solomon Reiner, aged 62 years, and a life-long resident of this place died on Sunday morning of pneumonia. The funeral took place Wednesday, Rev. J. A. Reber, of Lehighton, officiating.

Big Creek. Urban Graver, of Catasauqua, and Miss Ellen Diehl, of this place, were united in marriage on Tuesday afternoon at the parsonage of Rev. Krick at Weissport. We wish the young couple many days of happiness over life's tempestous sea.

Ashfield. Harry Kolb is a happy dad, it's a boy.

Ashfield. August Eck, Sr., died last Tuesday at the age of 69 years, and was buried on Sunday. Interment was made in the Ashfield Cemeteyr, Rev. Breinig officiating.

Bowmanstown. Rev. Breinig and family attended the funeral of his mother at Egypt on Saturday.

Bowmanstown. Robert, the 2-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Horn, died of pneumonia complicated with brain fever and hasty consumption last Saturday evening and was buried at the Lutheran cemetery yesterday.

Volume 15, Number 6, Friday, May 26, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Howard Friend died Sunday at the home of her parents at Jamestown from consumption, aged twenty years. Funeral took place Wednesday morning, Rev. Kuder officiating. Interment was made in Lehighton Cemetery.

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Maggie McEntee, widow of the late Peter McEntee, died on Sunday in a hospital at Harrisburg. Her remains were brought to this place on Wednesday and interred in the Catholic cemetery. She had no relatives in this country and Undertaker Henry Schwartz who is the administrator of the estate, had charge of the funeral.

Resolutions of Condolence. Whereas: In view of the loss we have sustained by the decease of our friend and

companion Jacob H. Heberling, and of the still heavier loss sustained by those nearest and dearest to him and

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Whereas: We bow with humble submission to the will of God “who giveth and taketh away and moves in a mysterious way his wonders to perform” therefore be it

Resolved: That it is but a just tribute to the memory of the departed to say that in regretting his removal from our midst we mourn for one who was an honored and useful member of Norman Commandery No. 135 A. I. O. K. of M., and in every way worthy of our respect and regard.

Resolved: That we sincerely condole with the famliy of the deceased on the dispensation with which it has pleased Divine Providence to afflict, and commend them for consolation to Him who looks with compassion upon the afflicted mother, brothers and sisters.

Resolved: That this testimonial of our sympathy and sorrow be spread on our minutes published in The Lehighton Press and a copy forwarded to the bereaved family of our friend and companion.E. N. Zern, A. E. Dreibelbeis, P. M. Graul.

Happenings At Weissport. Invitations have been issued announcing the marriage of Miss Elizabeth Rehrig to Harry Snyder to take place in the Reformed Church on Thursday afternoon, June 22nd, at 3 o'clock.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. Daniel Arner, aged 69 years, died Sunday at the home of her son Jacob in Franklin township. Deceased is survived by six daughters and five sons. The funeral took place on Wednesday with interment at Big Creek. Rev. W. H. Millhouse officiated.

Happenings At Weissport. Solomon Stemler, an old and respected resident of Franklin township, died at his home at Big Creek on Sunday, aged 70 years, 5 months and 11 days. The cause of death was consumption. A widow and several grown up children are left to mourn. The funeral took place yesterday morning. Interment was made in the Big Creek cemetery.

Bowmanstown. Anthony Sauders is the happy dad of a bouncing baby boy.

Ashfield. Harry Kolb is a happy dad. It's a boy.

Normal. Miss Mamie McClean and Allen Gerber were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. T. N .Reber and Andreas on Sunday.

Sittlers. Rev. Strauss last week united in marriage two popular couple of this section. They were Miss Ida Drine and Washington Steigerwalt of this place and Miss Sallie Miller and William Mantz, both of Wehr. The many friends of the newly married folks wish them abundant success throughtout life.

Sittlers. Much Sympathy is expressed for the parents of Oliver Ohl, the young lad who placed a spike on the Reading Railroad tracks near his home at Zehner's Crossing, to see it “flatten out” when the pasenger train passed over it. The young man's “curiosity” landed him in jail and brought sorrow and despair to his family. At the place where the accident happened the road is double tracked and a north bound coal train was fast approaching on the opposite track. When the passenger engine struck the spike the iron steed made a bound and ploughed into the side of the coal train carrying death and destruction in its wake. Engineer Grier was killed outright. He leaves a wife and eight children. Four others of the crew were badly injured. Young Ohl is now

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in the county jail awaiting trial. Had Ohl realized the consequence of his foolish deed it is not likely that he would have placed the spike on the rail.

Volume 15, Number 7, Friday, June 2, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. A young son arrived in the family of Ed. Nusbaum on Monday.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brokate, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Riffert and Mr. and Mrs. John Trainer, Jr., attended the wedding of Miss Lizzie Conley at Mauch Chunk last week.

Throughout The Valley. In mistake for a highway robber, Preston Everett, aged eighteen years shot and killed James Howard, aged twenty-five years, at Seigfrieds last Saturday night.

Parryville. Harry Bamford and James Wagner are the happy fathers of babies, boy and girl respectively.

Volume 15, Number 8, Friday, June 9, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. An infant son of Fred Miller of Bankway was buried in Lehighton Cemetery on Saturday. The little one died in Philadelphia where Mrs. Miller was visiting her parents for several weeks. He was sick only a few days.

Wedded at High Noon.The wedding of Miss Augusta Clauss to James F. Samon at high noon yesterday was a

happy event. The ceremony was performed in Trinity Lutheran Church, by the Rev. John H. Kuder in the presence of a large number of relatives and invited guests. The bride looked charming in her traveling gown of castor cloth trimmed in white, hat and gloves to match, and carrying a bouquet of roses. She was attended by Miss Floy Clauss as maid of honor, who wore a gown of blue taffeta silk. Misses Mary and Helen Ash were flower girls. Grafton Greenough, of Philadelphia, was best man. The ushers were Frank Scherer and Wm. D. Clauss, of Philadelphia, John Bower, of Catasauqua, and Granville C. Clauss, of town.

After the ceremony the wedding party adjourned to the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. E. Ash where a sumptuous wedding breakfast was served.

Mr. and Mrs. Samon left on the 2.48 train for New York City and other points of interest where they will spend their honeymoon. Upon their return they will take possession of their newly furnished home in Philadelphia. Mr. Samon is employed as draftsman at the Baldwin Locomotive Works. They have the best wishes of a large circle of friends for a happy journey through life.

A Pioneer Resident DeadThe Venerable Freerick Leuckel Called Home.

Lived Nearly a Century and Was One of this Town's Oldest Citizens—Funeral Yesterady Afternoon Largely Attended.

The death of the venerable Frederick Leuckel, which occurred early Monday morning, removes another of the pioneer settlers of this community. Deceased enjoyed fairly good health

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until a few years ago when the infirmities of old age bore heavily upon him and made life a burden. However, his declining years were blessed with the loving and faithful care of a dutiful daughter, and his enterance into eternal rest brought relief from care and anxiety.

Frederick Leuckel was born in Hessen, Germany, November 15, 1807. His parents were John and Eliza Leuckel. In accordance with the laws of his native land he attended school until fourteen years of age. When sixteen years of age he began to learn the butcher trade in Amsterdam, Holland, where he remained for seven years. When twenty-three years of age he boarded a sailing vessel for America and after a voyage of one hundred and thirty days landed in New York City. For a short time he worked in a sugar factory afterwards moving to Easton Pa., where he opened a meat market. It was here where he met and married Lucette Lenzler, who also emigrated to this country from the Fatherland. With his young bride he came to Lehighton in 1834 where he also established a meat market which he continued until 1875 when he retired a wealthy man. When he began his business career he had a cash capital of $40. With this small investment and hard work and close application to business he amassed a fortune which is invested in real estate and stocks. He is a stockholder of the First National Bank, of town, holds shares in First and Second National Banks of Mauch Chunk and the First National Bank, of Catasauqua.

He is survived by six children, three daughters and three sons. His good wife preceeded him to the grave in 1884. The children are John and Miss Tillie Leuckel, at home, Emma, wife of Samuel Morris and Fred Leuckel, Colorado; Mrs. Louisa Bowman and Alfred K. Leuckel, of Trenton, N. J.

The funeral took place at 1 30 o'clock yesterday afternoon. Services were held in Bethany U. E. Church, of which denomination he was a member many years. Revs. Royer and Miller officiated at the last sad rites. A large concourse of relatives and friends followed the remains to their last resting place in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Happenings At Weissport. The marriage of Miss Mary Musselman, of town, to William Ashford, of North Wales, took place last evening at 5 o'clock at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Musselman. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. H. Longacre in the presence of a number of relativfes and invited guests. Later in the evening the couple left for a wedding tour after which they will take up their residence at North Wales.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. Sallinda, wife of Stephen Zeigenfus died suddenly Tuesday morning of heart failure. Deceased was enjoying her usual good health when she retired the night previous and was in unusually good spirits. When the family arose in the morning they found the good wife and mother cold in death. She was aged 53 years, 1 month and 6 days and besides her husbnd is survived by two daughters and two sons. The funeral will be held this (Friday) morning.

Ashfield. Daniel Bachman and wife attended the funeral of Mrs. Bachman's mother at Slatedale on Tuesday.

Ashfield. Alfred Peter, aged nineteen years, died Sunday under peculiar circumstances. On Friday he prepared a raspberry drink for himself and in mistake put in a quantity of clothing dye in the glass instead of the flavor used for such purposes. The dye being rank poison, he soon became very sick and suffered intense agony until his death. He is survived by his mother, two sisters and one brother. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon in charge of Undertaker

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Henry Schwartz, of Lehighton.

Throughout The Valley. The many friends of Prothonotary and Clerk of Courts E. I. J. Paetzel will be surprised to learn that he has taken unto himself a wife. The bride is Miss Mary Llewellyn, of Summit Hill. The marriage is of a recent date and took place in Lehighton the birthplace of the groom. Mrs. Paetzel is a charming young lady and has a large circle of friends.

Volume 15, Number 9, Friday, June 16, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. School Director Howard Graver is the “pop” of a new baby boy which arrived at his home on Monday.

The News Of Lehighton. Mary, the four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hontz died at the family residence on Sunday evening of diphtheria. Interment was made on Tuesday, Rev. Winter officiating. Several other members of the family are afflicted with this malady.

The News Of Lehighton. Fred Beltz, a weaver in the Lehighton silk mill, was taken suddenly ill on Wednesday morning and was compelled to quit work. He went to the residence of Chas Leinberger with whom he boarded and at four o'clock in the afternoon he was a corpse, death being due to paralysis of the brain. Yesterday his remains were shipped to Patterson, N. J., for interment by Undertaker Henry Schwartz. Deceased was aged 29 years and was single. His family are all dead. The young man had many friends here.

O. B. Sigley Dead.Owen B. Sigley, editor and proprietor of the Mauch Chunk Daily Times and Coal

Gazette, died Friday of heart disease after an illness of three weeks. He was a native of Bethlehem, was 58 years of age and served all through the Civil War. Mr. Sigley engaged in the newspaper busines, founding the South Bethlehem Progress, now the Star. Later he published the Washington, N. J. Star. Twenty years ago he purchased the Mauch Chunk Coal Gazette, which he successfully conducted until his death. He also founded the Mauch Chunk Daily Times, which was published in the Gazette office.

Deceased is survived by a wife and three children. The funeral took palce on Monday. Services were conducted at his late residence by Rev. Buchanan after which the cortege proceeded to Bethlehem where services were held in the Moravian Church. Interment was made in the historic Moravian cemetery. A large number of sorrowing friends attended the last sad rites.

Happenings At Weissport. Ryan Ruff is the happy “dad” of a young son.

Happenings At Weissport. Rev. C. W. Heffner performed three marriages during this month. The couples were William Clemmer and Kate Rauche, both of Clayton, Pa., Sylvester Walk and Lizzie Hartman, both of Long Run, George Zellner and Sarah Savitz, both of East Weissport.

Throughout The Valley. Chas K. Dodson, one of Weatherly's oldest and most respected residents, died very suddenly Sunday evening while attending services in the Methodist church at

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that place. He was aged 54 years and is survived by his wife and five children.

Towamensing. Peter Buck an old and respected resident of Upper Towamensing township, died on Monday June 5th. The funeral was held on Friday at Jerusalem's Church, and was well attended. Interment was made in the church grave yard. The deceaesd was aged 67 years, 5 months and 11 days. Undertaker Ziegenfus from Millport directed the funeral. The pall bearers were Frank Green, Anthony Anders, Wm. Snyder and Levi Rouch Rev. Smith, of Effort, officiated.

Volume 15, Number 10, Friday, June 23, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Robert Judson Fly, M. D., of Philadelphia and Miss Della May DeFrehn of town, will be married in the fall.

The News Of Lehighton. Marvin, the three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Moulthrop died yesterday morning at the family residence on Fourth street. The cause of death was diphtheria.

The News Of Lehighton. George Geiger will be married tomorrow evening to Miss Mary daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Snyder, North Second street. The ceremony will be performed by Rev. J. H. Longacre. In advance we tender best wishes to the young people.

The News Of Lehighton. Anthony Armbruster, of East Mauch Chunk, and Miss Mary Teichert, of Packerton, were wedded Saturday evening in St. Peter's Catholic church Lehighton, by Rev. Father Hammecke. Miss Rosa Armbruster was bridesmaid and Tony Teichert, of Packerton was best man. A grand reception followed at the home of the bride's parents, after which the happy couple left on a wedding trip to Niagara Falls.

The News Of Lehighton. Squire S. R. Gilham is being congratulated upon the successful manner in which he made two hearts beat as one last Thursday night. Charles Burke and Miss Hattie Rishel, a popular Mauch Chunk couple, appeared before the genial Squire and requested him to tie the mystic knot. It being Mr. Gilham's first experience he naturally felt nervous and as the ceremony proceeded his nervousness increased to such an extent that he forgot to kiss the bride. The sum of $5 was charged for fixing the license papers and performing the ceremony. If Mr. Gilham wants to continue opposition to our ministers he will have to reduce his fee.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. George Kearney, Miss Elizabeth Kearney, Mrs. Mame Seddon, Mr. and Mrs. James Morris, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brannix and Misses Lizzie and Mary Brannix, all of Philadelphia; Mrs. Morgan B. Williams and son William, Mrs. Roth and daughter Miss Evan and John Beisel, of Wilkes-Barre, and Daniel Williams and son William, of Scranton, attended the funeral of Mrs. Brannix on Monday.

Death Of Mrs. Brannix.Passed Away After an Illness of Five Months with a Complication of Diseases.

The death of Mrs. Mary E. Brannix which occurred at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Ebbert, last Thursday evening, caused a shadow of gloom to pervade this community in which she was well known and highly respected. Deceased was confined to her

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bed for twenty-two weeks suffering from a complication of diseases, at times enduring excruciating pain. She was aged 30 years, 1 month and 23 days.

Misfortune seemed to be her lot. In the fall of 1893 she was united in marriage to Edwin H. Brannix, of Philadelphia. One year later she mourned the death of her husband and also a son which had blessed their union. Her health began to fail and until her death she suffered considerably. She was to have been married last month to Mr. Wm. C. Williams, of Wilkes-Barre, a mining engineer by profession and a gentleman in every respect. The future looked very bright and promsiing for this happy couple but the Great Judge ruled otherwise.

The funeral took place from the family residence at 1:30 o'clock Monday afternoon and was very largely attended. Services were conducted by Rev. John H. Kuder of the Lutheran Church. Mrs. Brannix was a member of this congregation and took an active part in all church work. The church choir rendered “Alas and Did My Savior Bleed” and “It is Not Death to Die” two hymns which she selected before her death. Her bier was literally covered with flowers and floral designs, attesting in a measure the high esteem in which she was held by her numerous friends. Messrs. William Obert, Charles Hauk, Geo. W. Reichard, Homer Heberling, R. P. Lentz and Clinton Kistler carried the remains to their last resting place in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Levi Patterson Fatally Hurt. Levi Patterson, a well known Lehigh Valley railroader, was run over by falling under a train on Sunday on the the New Jersey division and sustained injuries from which he died in the Newark Hospital Monday morning. Patterson resided at Lock No. 7, between Packerton and Weisspot. The deceased was 29 years of age and leaves a wife and two children. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Winter of the Reformed Church officiating. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Happenings At Weissport. The merry wedding bells peeled forth their most joyous melodies yesterday afternoon when Miss Elizabeth Rehrig, of town, was joined in wedlock to Harry Snyder, of Philadelphia. The ceremony was performed at three o'clock in the Reformed Church by Rev. Thomas H. Krick. The edifice was beautifully decorated with flowers and plants. The bride was attired in costly silks and was attended by little Marion Yiengst as flower girl and Harry Yiengst as page. Prof Weigand's Orchestra furnished the music. Immediately after the ceremony the happy couple and the invited guests adjourned to the St. Elmo Hotel, of which the bride is proprietress, where an elaborate reception followed. Among the guests were included some of the best known sporting people in this section. The presents were numerous and costly.

Aquashicola. T. A. Snyder, Esq., and wife, of Lehighton, attended the funeral of James Ziegenfus on Thursday.

Aquashicola. James Ziegenfus, an aged and respected gentleman who lived a retired life, died Saturday morning after a short illness. The funeral took place on Thursday morning and interment was made in the Towamensing Cemetery. The deceased passed his 74th year. A large family remains to mourn his death.

Volume 15, Number 11, Friday, June 30, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. A young daughter arrived at the home of Baker Ed. Kauffman on

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Wednesday.

Happenings At Weissport. Wilson Oplinger is the proud father of a young daughter.

Happenings At Weissport. Rev. W. C. Deibert, of Orwigsburg, formerly of Union Hill, was married last week to Miss Charlotte Peters, of East Mauch Chunk.

Happenings At Weissport. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Laury was the scene of a happy event Wednesday afternoon, when their accomplished daughter, miss Elnor G., was united in holy bonds of matrimony. The groom is Isaac Baker Greene from Philadelphia. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. R. Wood, a Baptist minister of Collingdale, Pa. An elaborate wedding dinner followed the ceremony. Only a few of the relatives and friends of the contracting parties were witnesses to the important event. The friends of the happy couple extend best wishes for a prosperous journey through life.

Aquashicola. Howard Fatzinger is all smiles because its the first boy.

Ashfield. John Harter one of our best known farmers, was transacting business at Lehighton on Wednesday. Mr. Harter will pass the 79th milesstone of life next month and is still quite active.

Little Gap. A number of our people attended the ffuneral of James Ziegenfuss at Millport on Thursday last.

Little Gap. A number of our people attended the funeral of Mrs. Nathaniel Searfass at Jerusalem Church on Sunday.

Little Gap. The funeral of the five months old child of Mr. and Mrs. Amandus Wagner was held on Monday morning at Jerusalem church, Trachsville, Pa. Rev. H. E. Moyer officiated.

Towamensing. Mrs. Nathan Serfass, who resided near Kresgeville, Monroe county, died Thursday night. The funeral was held on Sunday forenoon at Jerusalem church, Trachsville. She was aged 61 years, 8 months and 11 days. Rev. H. E. Moyer, of Millport officiated.

Towamensing. A number of our people attended the funeral of James Ziegenfus at Millport. Among the number were: Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Eckhart, Mr. and Mrs. George Bollinger, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Christman, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. B. Beer, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Wash Hahn, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Gus Kuhner Mrs. Nathan Smith, Miss Jennie Christman and E. E. Kunkle.

Sittlers. L. O. Wertman and Miss Minnie E. Reber were united in matrimony last Saturday evening.

Volume 15, Number 12, Friday, July 7, 1899

Resolutions of Condolence.Resolutions of condolence passed by the Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society

of the Wilkes-Barre conference touching the sad death of our treasurer, Mrs. Mary Brannix.

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Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God in his all-wise Providence, to remove from our midst by death our sister and co-laborer, Mrs. Mary Brannix, and,

Whereas, We the members of the Women's Missionary Society are deeply moved by the sad affliction which has befallen her family and keenly feel the loss which our society has sustained by the removal of one of our most active and cherished members, therefore, be it

Resolved, That in her removal from her earthly labors, our society has lost a most efficient and successful worker.

Resolved, That we deeply sympathize with the bereaved family and invoke upon these mourning friends in this their hour of sore affliction, the special blessing of Him who saith, “And lo I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.”

Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be entered upon our minutes, a transcript be forwarded to the bereaved family and the same be published in the Mission Worker, The Lutheran, The Young Lutheran and the Lehighton papers.

Mrs. L. P. Kniffin, Mrs. Adam Fernan, Mrs. J. J. Kuntz, Miss Mary Lindenberger, Miss Anzionette Bauer, Committee.

Happenings At Weissport. John Heller is receiving the congratulations of his friends upon the safe arrival of a young daughter.

Keystone State News Condensed. George Crouse was arrested at Dunmore, charged with killing his father, who died from rupture due to kicks said to have been inflicted the other night.

Throughout The Valley. William W. Watkins, aged 67 years died Monday at his home at Nesquehoning after an illness of several months. He was a sufferer from miner's asthma. He was born in Wales and came to this country and settled in Nesquehoning 43 years ago. Deceased leaves a wife and one daughter and five sons, among whom are Ex-Prothonotary David G., Landlord Thomas A. and Justice of the peace William R. Watkins.

Aquashicola. Wm. Labb is the “dad” of a bright baby girl.

Volume 15, Number 13, Friday, July 14, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Andrew Bayer is the father of a bran new baby girl.

Purely Personal. Mrs. D. A. Winter attended the funeral of a relative at Macungie on Wednesday.

A Week Of Causalities.Death And Destruction Follow In Lightning's Wake.

Miss Florence Oswald, of Weissport, Meets Death in the Mennonite Church—Other Accidents that Sent Souls into Eternity.

During the heavy thunder storm that visited this section on Wednesday evening, lightning struck the Mennonite Church, on Union Hill, and killed Miss Florence Oswald who, in company with two other young ladies Misses Laura Westen and Emma Graver were awaiting the hour of worship. The young ladies were the only occupants of the church at the time and when the thunder roared they gathered together on the step leading from the altar to the pulpit. The bolt

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struck the north side of the edifice tearing off the weather boards. Instead of glancing off the bolt penetrated the wall, flashed along the pulpit platform and struck Miss Oswald who sat at the end of the group. She expired a few minutes later in the arms of Robert J. Hongen who lives near the church and who ran to the young ladies rescue when he saw their danger. He carried her to his home from which place her dead form was conveyed to the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Oswald, East Weissport. Her mother was prostrated at the sight of her lifeless daughter who had only left her a short time before in the best of spirits. She was aged sixteen years and enjoyed the respect of a large circle of friends.

Miss Westen who sat next to the unfortunate girl, was almost paralized from the shock. She was also taken to the residence of Mr. Hongen and yesterday was removed to her home. Miss Graver escaped uninjured.

The accident has caused a shadow of gloom to pervade the entire community.Miss Oswald's funeral will take place on Saturday afternoon.

Little Boy Cut In Two. The five year old son of Al. Noll residing at Hazards, met a horrible death on Saturday. In company with an elder brother, aged nine years, they climbed on a car standing on the siding at the zinc works. The unfortunate one sat on the bumper of the car while the elder boy opened the brake. The car being on an incline started off and a short distance below bumped into another car with such force as to throw the little lad on the track where the trucks passed over his breast crushing his life out. Misfortune seems to be the lot of this family as two sons were drowned a few years ago. The father is a brother of Engineer Wm. H. Noll and Mrs. Frank Schultz, of town.

Aged Woman Meets Horrible Death. Mrs. George Miller, aged 79 years, a well-known and highly respected resident of Franklin township met a sad end last Friday afternoon, by falling down a well in the rear of her home. She received a compound fracture of the skull and death was instantaneous. Just how and at what time the accident happened will never be known as she was alone, but is supposed that while putting some butter and milk in the wells he lost her balance and fell to her death. She is survived by her husband and two children, Mrs. John Leuckel, of Franklin, and Henry Miller, proprietor of the Lehighton planning mill. The funeral took place Tuesday morning and was largely attended. Rev. J. S. Erb, of Slatington, had charge of the services assisted by Rev. Wagernaggle, of Allentown, and Rev. J. H. Longacre, or Weissport. Interment was made in the North Weissport cemetery.

Happenings At Weissport. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Frantz a girl.

Parryville. Eliza, the infant daughter of Wm. Reppert, died Wednesday morning after an illness of only a few days.

Keystone State News Condensed. Rudolph Peters, aged 17 years, an employe at Locustdale colliery, at Mt. Carmel, went swimming at the dam near that place a few days ago. Cramp seized him and he cried for help. Harman Leverenz, aged 17, went to his rescue. Peters, as he arose for the last time, threw his arms around Leverenz, and both were drowned in the presence of a number of persons. The bodies were recovered.

Keystone State News Condensed. Charles A. Knauss, aged 18, of Allentown, shot and seriously wounded Mrs. Edwin Diefenderfer, aged 26, at midnight Sunday night, then shot and instantly

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killed himself in Knauss' father's paint shop, to which Knauss had called Mrs. Diefenderfer. They had ben intimate for two years. Mrs. Diefenderfer was trying to break up Knauss' infatuation and refused to elope with him, which made him desperate. Knauss was single. Mrs. Diefenderfer has a husband and two children, one of whom is sick with scarlet fever.

Keystone State News Condensed. S. W. Paine, aged 41 years, a commission broker, committed suicide at Rhoadel Hotel, Harvey's Lake, near Wilkesbarre, the other morning. Guests at the hotel were awakened by two pistol shots. The door of Paine's room was broken in and he was found lying dead on the floor with a bullet hole in his right temple.

Normal. Lewis Frantz has taken unto himself a wife in the person of Miss Ella Steigerwalt.

Ashfield. Francis Schoch is a happy dad. It's a boy.

Volume 15, Number 14, Friday, July 21, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Miss Annie Vielhour was married at Scranton last week to William Fidiam of the same place. They spent their honeymoon in town with the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joh Vielhour, Third street.

His Wish was Granted.“I want to be 60 before I die,” always said Nathan Everett, of Effort, Monroe county, and

he had his wish. He died one hour after nidnight Tuesday morning, his 60th birthday. Everett was widely known in Monroe county.

He was a brother to George Everett, of Carbon street, Lehighton. The funeral took place yesterday and the following from town attended: Mr. and Mrs. George Everett, Mr. and Mrs. Osville Stout, Mrs. Emanuel Schaffer and daughters Nettie and Mamie; Harry, Martha, Crissie and Gussie Everett; Ira Everett, of Allentown, and Wm. F. Schaffer, Bethlehem.

Happenings At Weissport. Miss Emma Moyer attended the funeral of a relative in Lehigh county yesterday.

Happenings At Weissport. Miss Mattie Anthony was at Allentown on Monday attending the funeral of a relative.

Happenings At Weissport. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Graver celebrated their silver wedding anniversary last Friday evning. A large number of relatives were present.

Happenings At Weissport. Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Snyder and daughters Ella and Mrs. Lichtenwaller, of Allentown, attended the funeral of Miss Oswald on Saturday.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. Joseph Green died Saturday evening, aged fifty years. Death resulted from a complication of diseases superinduced by the grip. She is survived by her husband and four children. The funeral took place on Wednesday morning, Rev. J. H. Longacre officiating. Interment was made in Trachsville cemetery.

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Happenings At Weisspot. The funeral of Miss Florence Oswald, whose sad death was noted in these columns last week, was held on Saturday afternoon and was very largely attended. Services were held in the United Evangelical Church, conducted by Rev. Gehman assisted by Revs. Edleman and Eby. Interment was made in the Weissport Cemetery.

Little Gap. John D. Kresge is the happy dad of twin girls. Mother and children are doing well.

Keystone State News Condensed. Undertaker Mooney was called to prepare the body of 4-months' old Victor Jackson, son of Daniel B. Jackson, of Wilkesbarre, and found the little one alive, although it had been reported dead five hours. A physician was sent for and he worked over the child with such success that the parents hoped for its recovery. It remained alive 10 hours before death finally came. The child was sick two months of spinal meningitis.

Bowmanstown. Victor Behler is the dad of a baby boy.

Big Creek. Misses Lillie and Lottie Reber attended the funeral of a relative at Allentown on Monday.

Ashfield. The funeral of the late Paul Neff who died on Friday, took place onm Tuesday. Deceased was aged 56 years and leaves a wife and two sons.

Normal. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mertz are rejoicing over the safe arrival of a young daughter.

Normal. Last Saturday evening Alvin Snyder and Mrs. Mary Semmel were united in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. Strauss. We extend best wishes for their future happiness. They will reside in one of V. F. Neumayer's new houses.

Volume 15, Number 15, Friday, July 28, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. A young son arrived at the home of Philip Ginder, Bankway on Saturday.

The News Of Lehighton. Rev. Father Mersch, a former pastor of St. Peter's and St. Paul's Catholic Church of town, died at Reading on Saturday and was buried on Tuesday.

The News Of Lehighton. Mrs. Mary Hollenbach, who for the past fifty years has been a resident of Lehighton celebrated her 81st birthday anniversary Monday. Relatives and friends to the number of twenty met with her in her home in the rear of the Reformed Church in the evening and left with her substantial evidences of friendship and esteem. During the last fifteen years Mrs. Hollenbach alone made 118 quilts. She is in fair health yet and in her line of needle work has few rivals in the town.

The News Of Lehighton. Mr. and Mrs. Willoughby Wert attended the funeral of the former's brother Frank, of Hokendauqua on Tuesday. Interment was made at Egypt and when the funeral procession was going down a steep hill near that place the harness of a horse attached to a two seated rig gave way and the horse ran into the carriage occupied by our townspeople throwing

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them out. Mrs. Wert was dragged a short distance and was badly bruised about the head. Mr. Wert received slight bruises. Mr. Wert's niece had her leg broken and another lady had her foot dislocated.

You And Your Friends. Mr. and Mrs. John Sullivan were at Penn Lynn, Montgomery county, on Monday attending the funeral of Mr. Sullivan's father.

You And Your Friends. H. H. Peters was at Cementon on Wednesday attending the funeral of his niece, Anna Everett, a fifteen-year-old girl, who was struck and instantly killed by lightning while attending a Sunday School picnic near her home on Saturday. He was accompanied by Mrs. Peters.

Happenings At Weissport. Adam Eaches celebrated his 69th birthday anniversary last Saturday in a befitting manner. A large number of friends were present and had a most enjoyable time. The guests were: Mrs. Henrietta Reber, Mrs. Marion Nicholson, Mrs. Sarah Hahn, Mrs. Kate Moore, Rev. and Mrs. W. J. Edleman and eighteen grand children.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. Hill, widow of the late Wm. Hill, died suddenly of heart disease Sunday evening at her home on Union Hill, aged 68 years. Five children, two daughters and three sons are left to mourn. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon, services being held in the United Evangelical Church, Revs. Edleman and Gehman officiating. Interment was made in Union Hill cemetery.

Keystone State News Condensed. Anna Everett, of Allentown, while at a picnic, was struck by lightning and instantly killed.

Nis Hollow. Lambert Rehrig, of this place, and Miss Mary Steigerwalt, of Bowmanstown, will be married on Saturday. In advance we join their many friends in extending congratulations.

Sittlers. An infant child of Alfred Fritzinger was buried at Bensalem cemetery on Thursday.

Bowmanstown. Penn Bowman and wife, Alton Bowman and wife, and Maurice Bowman and wife were guests at Charles Rehrig's residence, Ashfield, last Wednesday evening. Mr. Rehrig celebrated his 49th birthday.

Aquashicola. Since last week 'Squire Ziegenfus and Wm. Lewis are wearing broad smiles. The former because he was presented with a baby girl and the latter with a baby boy.

Ashfield. Chas. Rehrig's 49th birthday anniversary was celebrated Wednesday evening. Fifty two guests participated in the jubilee.

Ashfield. Mrs. Isaac Ginder, aged 87 years, was buried in Brick Church Cemetery on Wednesday. She is survived by four sons Charles, Alfred, Phillip and Isaac Ginder, Jr. The funeral was largely attended.

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Volume 15, Number 16, Friday, August 4, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. The funeral of the late Milton Rehrig, who died at his home on the Heights last Thursday of typhoid pneumonia, took place Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. Services were held in the Lutheran Church conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. H. Kuder. Deceased was aged 32 years and leaves a widow and an adopted daughter.

A Victim of Misfortune. William Snyder, a farmer who resides near Stroudsburg, died last Wednesday from injuries sustained in falling off a wagon. This was Snyder's 21st accident in two years, and they were all more or less severe. Snyder had climbed on top of a load of oats to ride to the barn, and was jolted off, landing on his head and shoulders. The deceased was an uncle of Attorney T. A. Snyder and the latter with his family attended the funeral on Saturday.

Happenings At Weissport. Engineer Al. Dreisbach is rejoicing over the safe arrival of a young son.

Happenings At Weissport. An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, of Wilkes-Barre, was buried in Union Hill cemetery yesterday morning. Rev. Edleman officiated.

Bowmanstown. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Beidleman a young son on Tuesday.

Bowmanstown. Charles Beidleman attended the funeral of his brother-in-law, Milton Rehrig, at Lehighton on Sunday.

Throughout The Valley. William Kreitz, a well known retired farmer and shoemaker, of Slatington, committed suicide last week by hanging himself.

Aquashicola. Walter Bray is wearing a broad smile because his wife presented him with a baby girl on Wednesday.

Ashfield. Edwin McFarland is a happy dad since Monday. It's a fine baby boy.

Volume 15, Number 17, Friday, August 11, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. A young daughter arrived at the home of Frank Obert on Saturday.

'Squire Moser Dead. Nathan Moser, the well known Justice of the Peace of Mahoning, died Monday after a short illness with chronic diarrhoea, however, he had been suffering for a long time with a complication of diseases due to his age, which was 78 years. He is survived by three sons, Samuel, Jefferson and B. F. Moser, and Mrs. Rabenold and Mrs. Frantz. The funeral will take place this afternoon. Services will be held in St. John's Church. The deceased was a carpenter by trade. He was a descendant of the late Burkhart Moser, who founded the town of Tamaqua.

Trains In A Collision.Freight and Coal Trains Collide at Mauch Chunk, Causing Death and Destruction.

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A very disastrous wreck occurred on the Jersey Central Railroad at Mauch Chunk early Saturday morning resulting in loss of life and much damage to rolling stock. A fast freight train, southbound, crashed into a large coal engine crossing the main track. Both locomotives were overturned and twenty cars loaded with merchandise were demolished.

Under the ruins of the coal train engine, the remains of Engineer Hiram Auman, of East Mauch Chunk were discovered. So firmly was the body held that eleven hours' time was required to remove it from the debris. William Zerby, of Mauch Chunk, conductor of the fast freight was also caught in the wreckage and so badly injured that he was taken to St. Luke's Hospital at Bethlehem in a critical condition. One leg was amputated and another was found to be broken in several places.

Engineer Keck, of the freight train went down with his engine and was taken from the wreck unhurt. The fireman of both engines escaped injury.

Found Dead. Henry Wert, of Long Run, employed by the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company at Packerton, was found dead Tuesday morning in an out house. Deceased had worked Monday evening until 8:30 and then went to his boarding shanty in the “Hollow.” It is supposed that during the night he was taken ill and went to the place where his body was afterwards found with life extinct. Heart failure is supposed to be the cause of death. He was aged 63 years and is survived by a wife and seven children. The funeral will take place this morning.

Happenings At Weissport. Liveryman Elias Markley is the happy “dad” of a young son.

New Mahoning. John Bradberry is the proud father of a brand new baby boy.

Throughout The Valley. Gilbert Quinn of Walnutport, aged 21 years, disappeared on Saturday and on Monday his body was found in the canal near his home. It is believed that while on a spree he fell into the water.

Throughout The Valley. Miss Jennie Faust, aged seventeen years, died at the home of her mother at Weatherly on Sunday after an illness of several weeks with typhoid fever. She was an accomplished pianoist and was held in high esteem. No death has ever occurred in Weatherly that caused such intense gloom and sadness among the young people of town. Deceased was a sister to Editor Percy Faust of the Herald.

Normal. John H. Balliet, an old resident of Normal, was buried on Tuesday. He died of appoplexy.

Aquashicola. Mrs. John Ziegenfus, who resided about two miles east of this place died Tuesday night after a lingering illness and will be buried Saturday.

Towamensing. Lewis Levis, is the happy dad of a baby boy since last Saturday.

Towamensing. A baby boy arrived in the family of George Shafer on Friday, increasing the family to fourteen members.

Towamensing. Milton Buck, of Eckharts Valley, and Alma Serfass, of Stemlersville, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. F. W. Smith.

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Towamensing. William E. Hahn and Miss Ella Haydt a young couple of Towamensing, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. Wuchter, of Gilberts, on Saturday.

Volume 15, Number 18, Friday, August 18, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Miss Maud Fatzinger, of town, and Frederick S. Pettit, of Hazleton, were united in marrigae last Sunday, by Rev. W. R. Scott in that city.

The News Of Lehighton. The many friends of Mr. and Mrs Frank Singer, of South Bethlehem, formerly of town, will learn with regret of the death of their four months old son, Harry.

Another Brakeman Killed. While engaged with a freight crew switching cars at Packerton Lehigh Valley yard last Sunday evening Charles Brickley, of Sayre, a freight brakeman, fell under part of a train and was injured so severely that death ensued a half hour later. Deceased was a popular young man among railroaders. He was unmarried and lived with an uncle and aunt at Sayre. His remains were taken to the establishment of Undertaker Henry Schwartz who later sent his body home.

New Mahoning. Among the smiling countenances to be seen here are those of Landlord Thomas Zehner and Erwin Heiser, the former on account of the arrival of Landlord Zehner, Jr., and Mr. Heiser because his good helpmate presented him with a baby girl.

Parryville. Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Mantz, Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Snyder and Carrie Pettit attended the funeral of Nathan Moser at Mahoning on Friday.

Normal. A little visitor came to stay in the family of Herbert Hieser.

Happenings At Weissport. Miss Blanche Snyder, of Allentown, a former school teacher in this locality, will be married next Thursday to George Werner, of that city.

Happenings At Weissport. Anthony Christman, who for the past two years had been living with his son, Lewis Christman, landlord of the Franklin House, died Monday afternoon, aged 87 years. Death came unexpectedly while he was walking about in the back yard. Deceased was for many years a resident of Little Gap where he followed the occupation of a farmer. His wife died many years ago. Two sons survive. The funeral took place yesterday morning. Interment was made in Trachsville Cemetery.

Mantz. Reuben Bahr, 59 years old of Dorset, was struck by lightning and instantly killed while waiting for a Lehigh Valley Railroad train at Balliet station last Friday. Deceased was a sawyer by occupation, and was enroute home after a week's absence. A widow and eigth children survive him. The funeral took place on Tuesday, Rev. T. N. Reber officiating.

Keystone State News Condensed. Solomon Quinter, a former railroad employee, shot and instantly killed his wife Annie, aged 49 years, and Edward H. Kitzmiller, aged 28, at Reading a few days ago. Quinter surrendered to the authorities and was committed to prison. The tragedy was enacted in the yard of Quinter's house. Quinter and his wife had frequent quarrels

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regarding the wife's conduct. Kitzmiller came from Shippensburg about a year ago and for a time was employed as a railroad man.

Throughout The Valley. Owen Colbach, of Phillipsburg, a Central Railroad brakeman, fell of the tank of his engine in the Mauch Chunk yards last Friday and had his life crushed out. He was aged 45 years and married.

Aquashicola. Saph Strohl is the happy dad of a baby girl, which arrived last week.

Bowmanstown. Born—to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Beidelman, a daughter.

Big Creek. Orlando Kemerer, one of the best known farmers in this section, died Wednesday afternoon, after a week's illness with blood poisoning. Deceased was aged about 45 years and was a son of Theodore Kemerer, of Lehighton. The funeral will take place on Saturday afternoon. Interment in Lehighton cemetery.

Volume 15, Number 19, Friday, August 25, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. A little daughter arrived in the home of Milt Hontz at Packerton on Sunday.

The News Of Lehighton. Edwin M., son of 'Squire J. W. Koons, of Jamestown, was married Saturday to Miss Emma M. Brinkman at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Brinkman, Iron street. Rev. D. A. Winter, pastor of Zion's Reformed church performed the ceremony in the presence of only immediate relatives of the couple. Miss Ida Miller was maid of honor and Berk Brinkman was best man. Their many friends unite in wishing them a safe voyage over life's tempestuous sea.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. David Christman and children and Mrs. W. C. McCormick attended the funeral of a relative at Pleasant Valley on Tuesday.

The Grim Reaper At WorkPlaces His Cold Hand Upon People In This Community.The Heberling Family Again Afflicted, the Mother Passing Away--”Jeff” Rehrig Also Answers the Dread Summons.

The news of the death of Jefferson Rehrig, which occurred at Patterson, N. J., on Sunday night, reached here Tuesday morning and was received with many expressions of sympathy by his numerous friends and acquaintainces. “Jeff,” as he was familiarly called, was a musician of rare ability. While yet in his teens he joined a theatrical troop and traveled far and wide under the name of “Sam Robinson.” He followed the state in season and during the summer he would entertain the guests at the seaside resorts with his favorite instrument-the banjo. As a banjoist he had few equals, although he could play any musical instrument manufactured. While good health remained, life to “Jeff” was all sunshine. However, several years ago his health gave way and although tortured with pain and agony he was never heard to complain of his lot; he was the same good-natured, gentlemanly “Jeff.” He was concluding a week's engagement at a Patterson hotel on Saturday when he was taken with severe pains in the stomach. He retired to his room

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and threw himself across his bed where he was found dead next morning, having suffocated. As soon as his parents heard of his death Undertaker Henry Schwartz was sent to Patterson to secure his remains, which were brought here Wednesday morning. Deceased was aged 35 years. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Rehrig who, besides a sister, Miss Luella, survive. The funeral took place from the family residence on Second street, yesterday [text missing] Rev. John H. Kuder, of Trinity Lutheran church, officiating. Interment was made in Lehighton cemetery.

Mrs. Reuben Heberling departed this life at 2.30 o'clock last Sunday afternoon, after suffering for several weeks with a complication of diseases. She was aged 52 years and leaves three daughters and three sons to mourn, Misses Sarah, Ada and Katie and Albert, Robert and Thomas. The family has had its full share of affliction, the mother being the fourth to pass away within four years. Only three months ago their son Jacob was laid away. The funeral of Mrs. Heberling occurred on Wednesday afternoon. Services were held in Ebenezer Evangelical church, of which she was a consistent member, Rev. G. Heinrich officiating. A very large number of relatives and friends attended the last sad rites. In their sore affliction the bereaved children have the sincere sympathy of their neighbors and friends.

P. R. Klingeman, the proprietor of the Lehigh Novelty Store, South First street, died during Saturday night at the residence of his uncle Joseph Hoppes, near Sittler, Schuylkill county a victim of consumption. Deceased was aged twenty-four years and is survived by his father and two sisters. The funeral took place Wednesday morning. Interment being made in Jacksonville cemetery, Lehigh county. During his stay here he made many friends who were shocked to learn of his death.

An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Leiby died Sunday at the family residence on South First street.

Happenings At Weissport. The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Rhoades died on Sunday and was buried on Wednesday, Rev. J. A. Reber officiating.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. J. A. Rockles died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lewis Frantz on Monday evening, aged 83 years. Death was caused by dropsy and other ailments incident to old age. She is survived by four children. The funeral took place yesterday morning. Interment was made at Kreidlersville, Northampton county.

Happenings At Weissport. Harvey Smoyer, one of this town's most gentlemanly young men, was tendered a pleasant birthday surprise party last Thursday evening. It was a most enjoyable occasion for those in attendance, the number of guests present being in excess of Harvey's age, which he don't want published for various reasons. A sumptuous supper was partaken of before the guests returned to their homes. Those present were: Frank Nicholson and family, Wm Smoyer and family, Mrs. William Schwab, Mrs. Oliver Rhoades and son, Mrs. John Hahn, Mrs. James Dunbar and son, Mrs. Adam Eaches, Rev. W. A. C. Eby, Misses Ella Arner, Eva Nicholson, Minnie Hahn, Fannie and Ella Miner, Hattie Buck, Mary Boyer, Lillie Ruff, Ora Dreisbach, Messrs. Reuben and Wesley Boyer, James Solt, John Hahn, Harry Miner, Arthur Smoyer and Stanley Hahn.

Ashfield. Charles Bowman is a happy dad since Tuesday. Its a baby girl this time.

Nis Hollow. Jas. Ebert was tendered a pleasant birthday surprise party on Saturday evening. About forty guests were present. He received numerous gifts.

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Keystone State News Condensed. Hampton Predmore, a farmer of Stroudsburg, mistaking the head of his neighbor, Godfrey Transue, for a groundhog, shot and instantly killed Transue on his farm.

Throughout The Valley. Robert Lockart, at one time a director of the Lehigh Valley Railroad died at Bethlehem aged 80 yers.

Throughout The Valley. Nathan Gregory, aged 57 years, a well known farmer of Pleasant Valley, died Saturday. The funeral took place on Tuesday, Rev. Smith officiating.

Throughout The Valley. Llewellyn Stout, who murderer Night Operator Wurster, of the Philadelphia and Reading railroad at Bingen last January with a couplin pin, was hang in the Easton jail on Tuesday morning. Just before the march to the scaffold Stout confessed all to his spiritual advisers. The murder was on ly 19 years of age. His stepfather witnessed the execution.

Bowmanstown. Lambert L. Rehrig, of Lehighton, and Miss Mary Steigerwalt were recently united in marriage by Rev. A. J. L. Breinig at this place. It is not too late to wish the happy couple a long and prosperous wedded life.

Bowmanstown. Clinton Razin, aged ten years, was drowned at Lock 14 yesterday morning. The little fellow was standing on the edge of his father's boat which collided with another boat, the jar knocking him off into the water. His body was recovered and taken home to Easton by the father.

Volume 15, Number 20, Friday, September 1, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Bert Raudenbush, the fifteen year old son of the late Wm. Raudenbush died at Jamestown on Saturday after a lingering illness. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. J. H. Kuder officiating.

The News Of Lehighton. Invitations have been issued for the marriage of Miss Della May, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DeFrehn, to Robert Judson Fly, M. D., of Philadelphia, on Thursday evening, September 14th, 1899. The ceremony will be performed in the M. E. Church. After their marriage the young couple will make their home at Elizabethville.

Killed at Packerton. Harrison German, aged 58 years, was struck by a Central freight engine at Packerton on Tuesday evening and instantly killed, his body being horribly mutilated. Both legs and an arm were cut off. He had been to the county seat and returned on the Lehigh Valley Railroad passenger train arriving at Packerton at 4.16 p. m. He crossed the valley's tracks and when he came to the Central tracks he was compelled to wait for a coal train to pass. As soon as the caboose passed he sprang across the track immediately in front of the fast freight. German was a widower and came from Cherryford, to which place his remains were shipped. He was employed as hostler at Alvin Hausman's Hotel at Packerton. About twenty-five years ago he was proprietor of the Carbon House, Lehighton.

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Purely Personal. Miss Henrietta Miller and Mrs. Charles Kelley attended the funeral of a relative at Alden on Tuesday.

Purely Personal. Rev. and Mrs. G. Heinrich and daughter, Miss Edna, attended the funeral of a friend at Tamaqua on Tuesday.

The funeral of the late James Jarrard, manager, of the American Hotel, Mauch Chunk who died Tuesday morning, took place this afternoon. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Normal. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Seidle, Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Klingman and Mrs. Kate A. Nothstein, were at Quakake on Saturday attending the funeral of Daniel Zeigler.

Keystone State News Condensed. Henry Laning, aged 23, son of Augustus Laning, a well-known farmer of near Wilkesbarre, met a horrible death Tuesday evening. He had been working in a field, and took his horses to the barn. He had just got inside and was unharnessing the horses when lightning struck the barn, setting it on fire and killing the horses. One of the horses fell over upon Laning, pinioning him to the ground. His cries attracted the attention of the other farm hands, but by the time they reached the barn it was completely enveloped in flames and they were powerless to render assistance. The structure was in ashes in a short time, and when Laning's body was found it was burned to a crisp.

Keystone State News Condensed. Charles D. Newhart, candidate for nomination for County Treasurer, died at his home near Saylorsburg on the evening of the election. The canvass has been exceedingly active, and it is supposed the worriment, together with financial trouble, caused his death. The Sheriff sold the deceased's property while Newhart was in a dying state. Five suits are pending in the courts in which the dead man was defendant.

Keystone State News Condensed. William O. Boyle, an electric line man, while recarboning a lamp at Scranton, was shocked to death by touching a pole spike against which a live wire was in contact by reason of entanglement due to a storm.

Volume 15, Number 21, Friday, September 8, 1899

The News Of Lehighton. Charles Yohe wears a big broad smile. It's a boy.

Ex-Sheriff Koons Dead.Expired Suddenly While at Work Near His Home Yesterday Morning.

Ex Sheriff Thomas Koons is dead. Death came suddenly and unexpectedly yesterday morning while he was working about his lime kiln near his residence on Bridge street.

Mr. Koons was one of this town's oldest and most respected citizens and the news of his death spread rapidly and many expressions of sympathy were heard for those who are left to mourn.

The life thus suddenly gone out was an active one. Although possessed of sufficient means to end his days in quiet and rest he chose to be active, and busied himself about his lime kiln and doing other work about his premises. Deceased always enjoyed good health, although of late years the hand of time was bearing heavily upon him and the form, once tall and erect,

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was gradually bending with age. Less than a year ago he was bereft of his companion. He is survived by one son and three daughters, Martin Koons, of Mauch Chunk; Mrs. Elmira Rex, Weissport; Mrs. G. W. Dungan, of Bangor, and Miss Emma Koons who resided with her father. Three brothers also survive: William, of Weissport; Henry C., of Freeland, and Lewis Koons, of Audenried, at present a County Commissioner.

Thomas Koons was 72 years of age and during his life held different offices of responsibility and trust. He served one term as Sheriff of Carbon county.

Purely Personal. Mrs. David Mantz, Misses Alice Mantz and Emma Peters attended the funeral of the former's sister at Allentown Tuesday.

Harry Hunsicker DeadHarry Hunsicker died at San Antonia, California, on Tuesday after a short illness with

neuralgia. Deceased was aged fifty years and was a son of Mrs. Reuben Hunsicker, of Mahoning street. He was twice married, his first wife being a sister to Percy German, the station agent at Lower Lehighton. She died less than a year after their marriage and Harry remained a widower until February 1898, when he married Mrs. J. L. Beatty, a widow of Toledo, Ohio, who survives. The news of his death was a surprise to his many friends here. Besides his mother these brothers and sisters survive: Frank of Catasauqua, Milton and Tom, of Freeland; Edward and Allen Hunsicker, Mrs. George W. Diehl, Ella and Lizzie Hunsicker, of town.It is not yet known whether his remains will be brought here for interment.

Happenings At Weissport. Mrs. A. J. Guth attended the funeral of her sister at Cherryville last week.

Happenings At Weissport. The funeral of Mrs. Calvin Arner who died at Mauch Chunk, last Thursday morning of dropsy, took place on Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. The deceaed was fifty years of age and leaves a husband and nine children to mourn her death. Sevices were held in the United Evangelical Church. Rev. Edleman, officiated.

Keystone State News Condensed. Two men believed to have been Italian laborers were killed and their bodies horribly mutilated near Easton, the other morning by a railroad train. The remains of the men were scattered along the Lehigh Valley tracks for a mile. Portions of one man's body were carried to Newark. One man's head was cut off.

Keystone State News Condensed. During a head-on train collision at Lyons, near Reading, Saturday, fourteen cars were wrecked and Engineer James Snyder, of Allentown, was crushed to death.

Throughout The Valley. Frank Albertson, aged 23 years, of Mauch Chunk, was killed on the Lehigh Valley Railroad at Lehigh Gap on Friday. Nobody claimed his body and his remains were interred at the Lehigh County poor house.

Parryville. The infant child of James Souders died on Sunday morning after a few weeks illness. Interment was made on Tuesday forenoon.

Normal. Granville Reinsmith is all smiles over the arrival of a young daughter in his family.

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Bowmanstown. John Blose is a happy dad. It's a girl this time.

Volume 15, Number 22, Friday, September 15, 1899

Greater Lehighton Doings. The infant child of Ephraim Smith died at Jamestown on Sunday and was buried at Weissport on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. T. H. Krick, officiating.

Greater Lehighton Doings. The remains of the late Harry Hunsicker, mention of whose death in California was made in The Press last week, will be interred at Toledo, Ohio, the former home of his widow. Out of a family of twelve children Harry was the first to pass away.

Greater Lehighton Doings. The funeral of the late Thomas Koons took place from the family residence on Bridge street at 1.30 Sunday afternoon and was very largely attended. The cortege proceeded to the U. E. Church, East Weissport, where services were conducted by Rev. Edleman and Rev. William May. Interment was made in the old cemetery.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Eva Fritzinger was tendered a pleasant surprise party on Monday evening in honor of her fourteenth birthday anniversary. It was a most enjoyable occasion for these who were present: Mr. and Mrs. D. G. Williamson, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Fritzinger, Misses Emma Fritzinger, Lillie Kuhns, Cora Bretney, Maud Rehr Annabella Benner, Eva Fritzinger, Carrie Armbruster and Masters Stanley Gilham, Irvin Smith, Gar. Webb, Russell Beltz, Milton Fritzinger and Harry Benner.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Mrs. Catharine Campbell, whose critical illness was noted in these columns last week, died Saturday morning at the residence of her son-in-law, Lester Smith, South Second street. Deceased was aged sixty-four years and was the mother of five sons and two daughters—Al. Campbell, of Springfield, Mass.; John and Frank, of Allentown; Edward Campbell, of Philadelphia, and William Campbell, and Mrs. Charles Seigfried and Mrs. Lester Smith, of town. The funeral took place on Tuesday morning. Services were held in St. Peter's and St. Paul's Catholic Church, Rev. Father Hammeke, officiating. Interment was made in the Catholic Cemetery beside the grave of her husband, James Campbell.

Fry—DeFrehn Nuptials.A Brilliant Wedding Cnsumated in the M. E. Church last Evening.

One of the most fashionable and elaborte wedding ceremonies ever performed in this town was held in the M. E. Church last evening when Miss Della the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DeFrehn, was joined in marriage to Dr. Robert J. Fly, a successful physician of Elizabeth City, Pa. The edifice was beautifully adorned with potted plants, ferns and palms and the scene was an animated one as the bridal party entered the church, which was well filled with invited guests. Kauffman's orchestra furnished music for the occasion. It was 6:30 when Rev. William Major, of Philadelphia, pronounced the words which made two hearts beat as one.

The bride looked charming in her attire of ivory Duchesses satin and lace and carrying a bouquet of roses. She was attended by these bridesmaids; Miss Nellie Fly, of Philadelphia; Miss Isabella Lattig, of Bethlehem, and Miss Elanora Trainer, of town. They were attired in yellow and pink with white organdies, and wore white kid gloves and patent leather slippers. Miss Clarinda DeFrehn was maid of honor.

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The groom was attended by Dr. T. B. Winterstein, of Danville. The ushers were Dr. C. J. Kistler and Charles Krater, of town, and Wm. J. Jones, of Bethlehem.

After the ceremony a reception followed at the residence of the bride's parents. The wedding dinner was served by Caterer Abraham Lane and his colored assistants of Bethlehem.

Mr. and Mrs. Fly left for a wedding tour which will include Philadelphia, Atlantic City and other places of interest. They were the recipients of numerous beautiful and costly presents.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Rouse and daughter Miss Nellie, attended a wedding at Weatherly on Tuesday.

Bowmanstown. Wm. Sherer is alls miles because its a girl.

Weissport's Chronologist. This town was thrown into a state of intense excitement last Friday morning at the horrible death which befell Ada Bollinger. The unfortunate woman was picking coal on the Central railroad. She stepped out of the way of an approaching train only to be run down by a passenger train. Her body was horribly mutilated. She was 50 years of age and kept house for “Chupsy” Shoenberger. The funeral took place Sundya morning.

Towamensing. Born in the family of Lewis Beer—a baby boy.

Towamensing. Mr. and Mrs. George Bollinger attended the funeral of the former's sister at Weissport on Sunday.

Keystone State News Condensed. James Francis, a live-stock buyer for the Lackawanna road, was found hanging to a tree in a lonely wood near Nay Aug Park, near Scranton, the other morning. The body was badly decomposed and had evidently been hanging for two or three days. Francis' mind had ben affected by a recent sunstroke.

Sittlers. Charles Everett, employed by Charles Andreas, near Bensalem's Church, and Miss Clara Steigeralt, of Sittlers, hied across the mountain last Saturday and halted at the pastoral reisidence of Rev. James N. Bachman. Before they left the parsonage the Reverend gentleman had pronounced them man and wife. May they live long and be happy.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. Engineer Al. O'Brien is unusually happy these days. He is the dad of a bouncing baby boy.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Wm. J. Snyder and Miss Lottie Strohl, a popular young couple of Packerton, were joined in matrimony at the M. E. parsonage on Wednedsy evening by Rev. Wm. May.

Greater Lehighton Doings. An Italian employed on the Lehigh Valley section gang, was run down by an engine in the yards at this place on Wednesday morning and literally cut in two. His remains were gathered together and taken to Undertaker Henry Schwartz's establishment where they were prepared for burial.

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Death of Mrs. Charles Brokate. Mrs. Charles Brokate, an old resident of this place, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lyman Stermer, at Mauch Chunk, on Tuesday evening. She went to visit her daughter last Friday and shortly after her arrival was stricken with appoplexy which resulted fatally. Deceased was aged 63 years, 5 months and 19 days and is survived by her husband, two sons and five daughters, Andrew Deibert, of town; Thos. Deibert, Weissport; Mrs. Andrew Riffert, Mrs. Milton Rhoads, of town; Mrs. Stermer, Mrs. John Conley, of Mauch Chunk, and Mrs. Dr. John Ackerman, of Erie. The funeral will take place at 1:30 this afternoon. Services will be held in the Lutheran Church, conducted by the pastor Rev. J. H. Kuder.

Purely Personal. Miss Lizzie Hunsicker, of town, Miss Sarah Hunsicker, of Catasauqua and M. H. Hunsicker, of Freeland, attended the funeral of their brother, Harry, at Toledo, Ohio, on Monday.

Weissport's Chronologist. Robert Breyfogel and Miss Louisa Dorward, both of Franklin township were married by Rev. W. J. Edleman on Saturday evening.

Weissport's Chronologist. Mrs. Mary Mayer and son Henry, Mrs. Daniel Hoffman and Mrs. Martin Sheirer were at Allentown last week attending the funeral of Mrs. Max Mayer who died in that city last week of consumption.

Nis Hollow. A pleasant and enjoyable birthday celebration was held at the residence of J. A. Reinheimer, in honor of his son George, on Saturday evening. A large number of friends were present. Refreshments were served at a late hour.

Keystone State News Condensed. Daniel Ermentrout, who was elected in November last to his sixth term in Congress from the Ninth district (Berks and Lehigh counties), died at his home in Reading Sunday. He was 62 years of age. On Thursday last while at dinner, a piece of meat lodged in his throat, and a physician had to be called to save him from strangulation. Paralysis of the parts affected followed, but his death was unexpected. Mr. Ermentrout is survived by a wife and a son and daughter.

Towamensing. Born to Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Christman, of Big Creek, a baby boy on Saturday.

Ashfield. The two year old child of Joseph Beltz, Jr., died Sunday evening and was buried Wednesday in the Bowmanstown cemetery. Rev. Werner officiated.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. Samuel J. Brong and Miss Lottie Rinker were united in wedlock on Wednesday evening at the home of the bride's parents at Weatherly. The happy couple will reside in Lehighton the groom being employed in the Packerton shops.

Weissport's Chronologist. James Ahner and Ellen J. Schuck, both of long Run, were married by Rev. C. W. Heffner on Saturday.

Suicide at Mauch Chunk. Edward Rex, proprietor of the Corner Store, Mauch Chunk,

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committed suicide by hanging in his stable on West Broadway, yesterday morning. He was fifty-five years of age and a veteran of the rebellion. The cause of the rash act is attributed to financial troubles.

Throughout The Valley. Thos. W. Rute and Emma Minn were married at the home of the bride, Mauch Chunk, on Saturday evening last by Rev. William May, pastor of the M. E. Church, Lehighton.

Throughout The Valley. Richard Caffrey, general supervisor of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, died on Tuesday afternoon from the apoplectic stroke he received on Sunday at his home in South Bethlehem. He was 65 years old and a native of Ireland. For 45 years he had been in the employ of the Lehigh Valley.

Aquashicola. Born—in Lewis Kresley's family—a girl and to Joseph Shook—a boy.

Aquashicola. Amos Day, a former resident here and Miss Mary J. Reese, of Allentown, were married at Allentown on Sunday.

Aquashicola. The youngest child of Walter Bray died on Monday and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery on Wednesday.

Volume 15, Number 25, Friday, October 6, 1899

Greater Lehighton Doings. Adam Nothstein and Cora Seigfried, both of town, were this week granted a license to wed.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Harry Roth is all smiles over the arrival of a bouncing baby boy. Grand pap “Davy” Ebbert is happy, too.

Death of Mrs. Ferdinand Hager. Mrs. Catharine Hager, wife of Ferdinand Hager, an old resident of this town, died Tuesday morning after an illness of three days with inflammation of the intestines caused by rupture. Deceased was aged fifty five years and 28 days. She was a good christian lady and a faithful wife and mother. Besides her husband three sons and two daughters survive: Joseph, Augustus, Herman and Mary and Dena Hager. The funeral will take place at 9 o'clock this morning. Services will be held in St. Peter's and St. Paul's Catholic church of which deceased was a faithful member. Interment will be made in the Catholic Cemetery, Rev. Father Hammeke, officiating.

Week Of Railroad WrecksThe Lehigh Valley and Jersey Central Companies Suffer big Loss.A Monster Engine Jumps the Valley Tracks at the Ox Bow Curve and Goes Over a High Wall Killing Three Men.

The Ox Bow curve, just below Penn Haven Junction, was the scene of a fatal and disastrous wreck Monday afternoon, the details of which are thrilling in the extreme. Lehigh Valley engine No. 782 one of the latest models and the biggest engine on the Wyoming division, was running empty eastward bound, and when nearing Bear Creek level, the monster jumped the

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track bowled along the west bound track for a distance of about 350 feet, tearing up the track and before the engineer, John VanBuskirk, of Lehighton, could bring the iron charger to a stand still, she toppled over the fifteen foot wall on to the Jersey Central tracks. To add to the horror, a heavily loaded coal and mixed train hove in sight on the Central and crashed into the Valley engine, piling up and twisting the cars into all sorts of shapes and scattering their contents about promiscuously. The wrecking crews of both roads were immediately set to work and found the lifeless body of Albert Heimbach, of Hickory Run, and the remains of James J. Denion, of Weatherly, both Lehigh Valley brakemen. They were horridly mangled and scalded almost beyond recognition. Arthur Kanapel, signal inspector, was picked up badly injured, several bones being broken. He was removed to St. Luke's Hospital where he died Tuesday morning.

Engineer VanBuskirk was picked up badly injured and unconscious. He was brought to his home at this place and is now on a fair way to recovery. The crew of the Central train escaped injury by jumping.

Kanapel was aged 32 years and leaves a widow and three children. Denion, who boarded the engine at Weatherly to ride to Lehighton, to join his crew, was aged 24 years and was the only support of his widowed mother. Engineer VanBuskirk was pinned beneath the engine and while he escaped serious injury when the engine topled over, he was unable to get out of the way of the escaping steam.[three other non-fatal wrecks skipped]The Central Unfortunate too.

Tuesday night was a fateful one for wrecks on the Central Railroad, occurring between Ox Bow Curve, above Glen Onoko and Dunnellen, N. J., at these points: Ox Bow Curve, Hazards, East End of the Allentown Terminal and Dunnellen, N. J. One life is known to have been lost and the loss of rolling stock will aggregate many thousand dollars. The Ox Bow wreck occurred at the same hour and only a few yards from the scene of the big wreck on the Valley the day previous. The wreck is attributed to a broken axle. Wm. S. Miller, a brakeman aged 24 years, of Ashley, was crushed to death under a huge oil tank. Passenger trains were run over the Valley between Packerton and Penn Haven.[three more non-fatal wrecks skipped]

Weissport's Chronologist. Mrs. J. B. Strohl was thirty-nine years old on Wednesday and her friends tendered her a pleasant surprise in honor of the event. A fine chicken and waffle supper was served and amusements of various kinds indulged in. These were present: Rev. and Mrs. T. H. Krick and daughter, William Reed and wife, Bert Klotz and wife, Fred Hartman and family, Henry Shoemaker and family, Mrs. John Gaumer, Mrs. A. Schweitzer, Mrs. Joseph May, Mrs. J. H .Rothermel, Mrs. W. L. Kutz, Mrs. D. B. Albright, Mrs. John Kressley, Mrs. A. Shafer, Mrs. Warren Seidle, Mrs. O. A. Trine. Mrs. Emma Fatzinger, Mrs. George Moyer, and Misses Mary Moyer, Lizzie Moyer, Stella Gaumer, Esther Arner, Nora Strohl and J. B. Strohl and son Milton.

Commissioner Kirkpatrick Dead.Morris Kirkpatrick, United States commissioner and a member of the Northampton

county bar, died suddenly at his home, in Easton Saturday morning. He was found dead in bed by his mother, with whom he resided.

Deceased was a brother to ex-Coungressman W. S. Kirkpatrick. About eighteen years ago he was appointed United States commissioner for this district, a position he filled until the time of his death. He was also president of the Easton board of control.

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Keystone State News Condensed. A fall of coal at the Conynham mine shaft at Wilkesbarre killed Thomas Timblin and fatally injured George Cooper and Thomas Timblin.

Aquashicola. Mr. and Mrs. Jeremiah Kern attended the funeral of Edwin Rex at Mauch Chunk on Sunday.

Ashfield. Clifton Xander is a happy dad since Friday—its a nice little girl.

Ashfield. George Berger, Sr., an old farmer of near here, died on Sunday morning at 1 o'clock aged nearly eighty years. He was well and favorably known throughout the entire valley. A wife and five children, Adam, John Mrs. Granville Shoemaker, and Mrs. Amandus Zeigler, of East Penn, and Mrs. James Heintzleman, of Bowmans, are left to mourn. Services were held in Ben Salem church yesterday morning at nine o'clock, after which interment was made in church cemetery.

Bowmanstown. Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Heintzleman the funeral of the latter's father George Berger, on Thursday at East Penn.

Volume 15, Number 26, Friday, October 13, 1899

Greater Lehighton Doings. A bright little daughter is a late arrival in the family of O. J. Saeger.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Mabel, the five year old daughter of Frank Fenstermacher died on Saturday of diphtheria and was buried on Monday.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Engineer August Walters was 40 years old on Saturday and in honor of the event he assembled his friends in the Saengerbund Hall in the evening where they enjoyed Mr. Walters hositality.

Death of John Leuckel.John Leuckel, one of Lehighton's wealthiest and best known citizens, died last Thursday

night of stomach trouble. Though affected for several months, his condition was at no time thought to be dangerous, news of his death coming as a severe shock to his numerous friends and acquaintances. He was the oldest son of the late Frederick Leuckel and was aged sixty years. He was never married. Three sisters and two brothers survive.

The deceased was engaged in the pottery business at Trenton, N. J., and is variously estimated to have been worth from 60,000 to $90,000. In the death of Mr. Leuckel Lehighton loses a progressive citizen. Until several weeks before his death he superintended the construction of a large modern building in which the post office is to be located.

His funeral took place at 1 30 o'clock Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. Services were held at the Leuckel homestead conducted by Rev. Royer. Interment was made in the Lehighton cemetery. A large delegation of Freemasons, of which deceased was a member, attended the last sad rites and participated in the services at the grave.

Four Generations Under One Roof. Mrs. Joseph Neyer celebrated the 92d anniversary of her natal day at her home in West Penn on Tuesday. In the same house lives her son, grand son and

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great grand son aged respectively, 66, 37, and 8 years. Mrs. Neyer is an aunt to Miss Kate Arner of town and the latter accompanied by Mrs. A. K. Miller attended the festivities.

Purely Personal. Charle Lapp and family, Mrs. Ed Lapp and Edward Fronheiser and family attended the funeral of a relative at Weatherly on Tuesday.

Weissport's Chronologist. After an illness of only two days from peritonitis, Edward H. Yundt, chief clerk in the Roadmaster's office of the Lehigh Valley Railroad died shortly before two o'clock Sunday afternoon at his home at Allentown. He was 35 years of age and is survived by his wife and two children, besides his parents, one brother, Geo. J. Yundt, of Atlanta, Ga., and two sisters, Mrs. M. A. Koons, of Walnutport, and Mrs. J. H. Handwerk, of Mauch Chunk. Mr. Yundt was born at Weissport and was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Yundt. When a mere boy he found employment on the Lehigh Valley Railroad and finally became Chief Clerk in the office of Roadmaster Richard Caffery, who died two weeks ago and at whose funeral Mr. Yundt served as pallbearer. The funeral took place Wednesday morning, interment being made at East Mauch Chunk.

Keystone State News Condensed. Joseph Heimbach, of White Haven, a brakeman, was killed and Engineer Bushkirk, of a Lehigh Valey engine, was badly scalded by the derailment of the engine.

Throughout The Valley. Abraham Stroh, aged 69 years, a brother to the late Judge W. H. Stroh died Monday at his home at Freeland.

Throughout The Valley. Edward Benninger, a section hand was killed on the Lehigh Valley Railroad, near Lehigh Gap, shortly before noon on Saturday. A special train struck a hand truck on which Benninger and four other employes were seated. All but Benninger jumped and saved their lives.

Throughout The Valley. George Brown, of Hazleton, was killed in the Packerton yards Saturday afternoon. The unfortunate man was standing on the top of a moving box car. The car came in contact with another and he was thrown underneath the wheels and several cars passed over him before he was discovered.

Nis Hollow. Joseph Moyer, one of our well known citizens, was 65 years old last Friday and in honor of the event his friends gathered at his home and assisted him to celebrate the event. Besides Joe and his intended these guests were present: Jas. Ebbert and wife, Henry Ebert and wife, Jefferson Ohl and wife, B. F. Steigerwalt and wife, E. J. Lentz and wife, Mrs. Edwin Steigerwalt, Misses Ella Ebert, Ada Warner, Nora Rehrig, Annie Lentz, Bertha Ohl and Messrs. Al. W. Lentz, Frank Rehrig, Milton Warner Silas Hoffman and J. G. Steigerwalt. An amusing feature of the evening was Joe's carving of a “rocky mountain cake.”

Aquashicola. The only child of Mr. Stahler died on Saturday and was buried on Tuesday. Services were held in Towamensing church conducte by Rev. Millhouse.

Ashfield. Charles Youse celebrated his birthday anniversary by entertaining a number of his friends on Monday evening. A pleasant time was had by all.

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Ashfield. Thomas Ruch, aged about 75 years died Tuesday morning after suffering many years with rheumatism. The funeral took place this morning, the services being held and interment made at Pennsville church. Rev. Breinig, of Bowmanstown officiated.

Mantz. James Brown and Miss Lizzie Haas of this place were joined in wedlock at Lehighton on Saturday by Rev. W. H. Strauss. Their many friends extend congratulations and best wishes.

Bowmanstown. Ed. Coastman is a happy dad. Its a fine little boy.

Bowmanstown. Mr. and Mrs. Leibenguth were attending the funeral of his grandfather who was buried at the Cherryville Church Cemetery, Wednesday.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. A young son arrived at the home of J. E. Seaman, Bankway, on Tuesday. Ed is all smiles.

Greater Lehighton Doings. The remains of Wallace Ritzy, of Reading, a resident of Lehighton about 15 years ago, were brought here for interment yesterday afternoon. Deceased was aged about 60 years.

Sudden Death of a Prominent Weatherlyite. Edward Harleman, of Weatherly, a well known Lehigh Valley engineer, dropped dead of heart failure just as he was entering the gate at his home last Friday afternoon. He was born in Lower Towamensing on December 2nd, 1832. He resided at Weatherly the past 58 years. Besides his widow these children are left to mourn: Mrs. Frank White, Mrs. Ed. Fartwangler, Mrs. Arthur Shafer, Weatherly, J. Lewis Harleman, the merchant at Packerton, and Walter Harleman, of Bethlehem. Thomas Harleman, the well known despatcher of Packerton, is a brother. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon and was very largely attended.

Fatalities On The RailroadTwo Men Ground To Pieces Under Rapidly Revolving Wheels.Lewis J. Christman, a Weissport Hotel Man, and Wm. Fritzinger, a Brakeman, the Unfortunates—Packerton Man Hurt.

In attempting to cross the tracks of the Jersey Central Railroad before a swiftly approaching excursion train last Sunday evening, Lewis Christman, proprietor of the Franklin Hotel, became the unfortunate victim of one of the most harrowing accidents that has ever happened at Weissport. It is supposed that he mistook the oncoming train for a coal train travelling at the usual rate of speed, whereas it was a passenger train running at high speed. The engine struck him squarely, hurling the body through the air at least fifty feet and directly on the tracks ahead of the fast flying train. The body bounded along the tracks and was then caught again by the train and distributed peace meal along the tracks as far as the dam below Parryville. The body was simply ground to bits beyond all semblance of human form.

The unfortunate man was 55 years of age and leaves a wife, two daughters and three sons to mourn his death. He moved to Weissport from Weatherly, two years ago. The funeral took place Wednesday morning from his late residence. After a short service the cortege proceeded to

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Trachsville where services were held in the Union Church, Rev. J. H. Longacre, of Weissport, and Rev. H. E. Moyer, of Aquashicola, officiating. The funeral was very largely attended.William Fritzinger.

William Fritzinger, 24 years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Fritzinger North First street, was killed in the Mahoning yards of the Lehigh Valley Railroad during Monday night. The young man was a brakeman in the service of the company and was coming in with his train from a regular trip to Amboy. Just how the accident happened is not known. He fell under his train and the body was horribly mangled. He was found by fellow trainmen who missed him when the train came to a standstill in the yard.

The funeral took place Wednesday morning, services being held in the Catholic Church, Rev Father Hammacke officiating. A large number of railroaders as well as relatives and friends were in attendance.[another non-fatal accident omitted]

Weissport's Chronologist. Lewis Shirar and Miss Annie Schweibinz were recently married by Rev. Thomas H. Krick.

Weissport's Chronologist. Mrs. M. Culton, of town, and Mrs. E. H. Snyder, of Lehighton, were at Belvidere, N. J., on Monday attending the funeral of their sister, Mrs. Butz.

Weissport's Chronologist. The marriage of Fred Kelley and Miss Lizzie L. Graver, a popular couple, was solemnized at six o'clock last wevening at the home of the bride by Rev. W. J. Edelman. The parlor was beautifully decorated for the occasion. Harry Christman presided at the organ. After the reception the happy couple took the 9:53 train for Niagara Falls. They were accompanied on their wedding tour by Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Oswald. Upon their return they will go to housekeeping in Milton Emery's new house.

Pleasant Surprise Party. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Snyder, North Second street, presented a lively appearance on Saturday evening. The event was the nineteenth birthday anniversary of their estimable daughter, Miss Clara. A large number of the young lady's friends were present and the affair was a most delightful one. At a late hour a sumptuous supper was partaken of after which the guests left for their homes well pleased with the evening's entertainment. The music was furnished by Thomas Webb with his graphaphone. Those present were: Misses Louise Hartley, Estella Rehrig, Laura Christman, Hattie Stansberry, Grace Hallman, Emma Meitzler, Hattie Rehrig, Maud Rehr, Amanda Veilhauer, Emma Heydt, of town; Fannie and Ella Miner, of Weissport; and Messrs. Harry Sittler, Harry Rex, Charles Ruff, Robert Moulthrope, William Rehrig, Edward Coopers, George Geiger and wife, Mrs. Alvin Stout and children, of town; John Reiff, Robert Acker, of Mauch Chunk; William George, Slatington, Samuel Heiney, Easton, and Winfield Begel, and Henry Kuehn, of Weissport.

Keystone State News Condensed. John Thomas entered the saloon of John Toohey in Sturmerville near Wilkesbarre, the other night, and told all in the place to clear out, as he proposed to run the house. At the same time he pulled a revolver. Thomas Dougherty, who was sitting at a table, remonstrated with Thomas and told him to put his revolver in his pocket. Thomas then fired three shots at Dougherty, all of which took effect. One of the bullets entered the stomach, inflicting a fatal wound. Thomas was arrested, brought to Wilkesbarre and lodged in jail. Dougherty is 40 years of age and has a large family.

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Throughout The Valley. Jerry Houser, of Nesquehoning, a well known Central brakeman, lost his life in a railroad accident at Bergen, Saturday. Henry Schwartz, of Lehighton, was his engineer.

Parryville.Infants Meet Horrible Deaths.

Blanche, the four year-old daughter of Cornelius Beer died on Thursday last from injuries received by burning. The child had procured matches without the knowledge of the parents and proceeded to play with them. Her clothing caught fire and she was severely burned. In trying to extinguish the flames the father had his hand severely burned. Interment was made on Sunday, Rev. Millhouse officiating.

John Dewey, the eighteen months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Wentz was drowned on Saturday by falling into a spring near the family residence. The funeral occurred on Tuesday, Rev. C. W. Heffner officiating.

Bowmanstown. Tinsmith “Dick” Haines and Supt. Ike Ux are wearing big smiles. A daughter arrived in the former's family on Tuesday and a bouncing baby boy is a visitor in the latter's home since Wednesday evening.

Towamensing. The funeral of the one year old child of Mr. and Mrs. Leander Weiss who resided at Black Wood was held at Jerusalem Church, on Friday forenoon, Rev. Smith officiating.

Aquashicola. The I. O. O. F. lodge of this place attended the funeral of Lewis Christman in a body on Wednesday.

Nis Hollow. Frank Ronemus and Miss Ella E. Rehrig, both of this place, consented to have the know tied by Rev. J. H. Kuder, on Saturday when the young couple were joined in marriage. We congratulate them and wish them health, prosperity and long life.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. Henry Hiskey was 71 years old on Saturday and in honor of the event a large number of friends gathered at his home in the evening and tendered him a pleasant surprise.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Lewis E. Traub and Miss Esther Olewine, an estimable young couple of town, will be married tomorrow evening. They will go to house keeping in the Olewine block on South First street.

Greater Lehighton Doings. William Bechtel, aged 52 years whose death occurred at his home, at Catasauqua, Monday, was buried in Lehighton Cemetery yesterday. The remains arrived here at noon via the Lehigh Valley Railroad.

Greater Lehighton Doings. After an illness of over a year with a complication of diseases, Conrad Nothstein, an old and respected resident of this town, died Saturday morning at his home on Third street. Deceased was aged 61 years and leaves to mourn a widow and five children,

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Mrs. Nathaniel Ruch, Wm. Webster, Harry and Cora Nothstein. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon. Services were held in Trinity Lutheran Church, Rev. J. H. Kuder officiating. A large concourse of relatives and friends attended the last sad rites.

Ashfield. Miss Mary Nothstein, of this place was married to Daniel Mehrkam, of Little Gap, last Saturday. The bride is the oldest daughter of Benjamin Nothstein, one of our well known farmers. The knot was tied at the home of the groom. We wish the newly married couple a happy and prosperous journey over life's raging sea.

Keystone State News Condensed. Lizzie Jones, 10 years old, was killed, and Lizzie Hauck, 7 years old, had aleg crushed at Bangor, the other day, by being struck with a falling beam.

Pleasant Corner. A number of young people gathered at the home of Frank Flexer to celebrate the twenty-four birthday anniversary of his son Edwin.

Bowmanstown. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Rehrig a daughter.

Bowmanstown. Elsie Jane, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Blose, was buried in Bowmanstown Cemetery.

Aquashicola. Mrs. Amelia Pehle, who died at her home near the Gap on Thursday, was buried on Monday morning. Interment was made at the Towamensing Church.

Little Gap. A number of our people attended the funeral of the late Lewis Christman at Jerusalem's Church, Trachsville on Wednesday.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. The William Grow home next door to this office, was brightened by the arrival of a young son on Wednesday.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Mrs. Polly Ann Rice, who died at her home at Mauch Chunk, last Friday was buried in Lehighton Cemetery on Sunday afternoon. She was the mother of Milton Rice of the Heights.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Lewis E. Straub and Miss Esther Olewine were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony last Saturday afternoon. The ceremony was performed by Rev. William May at the Methodist parsonage, after which the happy couple left on a brief wedding tour. They will occupy their newly furnished home on South First street. Their many friends unite in wishing them a happy and prosperous voyage over the matrimonial sea.

Weissport's Chronologist. George Mangold, of Indian Hill, aged 22 years, died Saturday of consumption. He leaves a widow to mourn. The funeral took place on Tuesday morning, services being held in the Reformed Church, Rev. T. H. Krick officiating. Interment was made in the Weissport cemetery.

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Weissport's Chronologist. Mrs. Ed. Graver, aged 65 years, died Sunday at her home near Pine Run, of yellow jaundice. A husband, four sons and three daughters are left to mourn. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon. Services were held in the North Weissport Lutheran Church, Rev. J. H. Longacre officiating. Interment was made in the cemetery at that place.

Weissport's Chronologist. Al. Miller and Miss Clara Leuckel were joined in matrimony Tuesday afternoon in the North Weissport Lutheran Church, by Rev. Longacre. Miss Jennie Miller and brother William, of Lehighton, attended the couple. Charles Moyer and Winfield Begel acted as ushers. About one hundred guests were present. A reception followed at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Leuckel.

Weissport's Chronologist. There is yet no clue to the identiy of the man who was found drowned Tuesday morning at Hagnebach's lock. From all appearances the unfortunate man, who was supposed to be a Hungarian, was 28 years of age, and weighed about 165 pounds. His shoes were remoeved and he had an ugly gash in his head. The jury were of the opinion that the man committed suicide. He was buried in the Weissport cemetery yesterday by the poor directors of Franklin township.

Keystone State News Condensed. While returning from a wedding in Oil Forge, near Scranton the other evening, Angelo Pelozi, a boarding house keeper, shot and killed one of his boarders, Antonio Spinello. Pelozi then escaped. Spinello insulted the boarding boss and the latter turned like a flash and shot him four times.

Towamensing. A baby girl is a new arrival at the home of Joseph Schatzle.

Big Creek. W. S. and Geo. B. Begel attended a wedding ceremony at the North Weissport church on Tuesday.

Aquashicola. Abraham Green, who resided near this place, died on Tuesday after a lingering illness and was buried in the Towamensing cemetery this morning, Rev. Millhouse, officiating.

Aquashicola. Amazon Fatzinger and Miss Persie Strohl both of town, were married on Saturday at the parsonage of Rev. Millhouse, Parryville. Their many friends wish them a happy journey through life.

Parryville. J. S. Laury is the happy dad of a baby girl.

Parryville. Amazon S. Fatzinger and Miss Persie Strohl were joined in holy bonds of wedlock on Saturday evening by Rev. Millhouse.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. A young son arrived in the family of J. Irvin Best, West Bethlehem, this week. We tender congratulations.

Greater Lehighton Doings. An infant child of William Kipp was buried on Monday. The

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services were conducted by Rev. J. H. Kuder and interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Harry Reinheimer, the eldest son of Joseph Reinheimer, and a popular young man of town, was joined in the holy bonds of matrimony this week with Miss Florence, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. O. I. Schoch. The young couple's numerous friends unite in wishing them a safe voyage over life's tempestuous sea.

Pleasnt Surprise Party.In honor of the seventy-sixth anniversary of her natal day, Mrs. John McKelvy was

tendered a delightful surprise party at the family residence at Jamestown on Saturday evening. Many friends of the good lady were present and both the surprisers and the surprised joined in general jollification and merry making. Despite her advanced age Mrs. McKelvy is still quite active and entertained her guests right royally. These were present:

Mr. and Mrs. Tyndal, Mrs. Caroline Reigel Mrs. Osville Stout, Mr. and Mrs. William Burns, Mrs. Schaffer Mrs. Kemerer, Mrs. Al. Yohe, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Herster, Mrs. Charles Yohe and Percy Yohe, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hunter and daughter Laura, Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Wertman, Mrs. Horn and twin children, Dr. and Mrs. W. W. Reber, Mrs. Chas. Elliot, Mr. and Mrs. Howard W. Sheetz, Mr. and Mrs. F. P. Heil, Mrs. James Bigley, Mrs. James Yenser, Mrs. Rebecca Reber, Mrs. Oscar Swartz Mrs. Wm. Harleman, Mrs. Gilbert, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. McCormick, Mrs. Mary Buchman, Mrs. Marguriete Sittler, Mrs. Sarah Langkamerer and Misses Rosetta Stroh, Rosetta Burns Mame Gilbert, Bessie Burns, Jennie Herster Meme Herster, Kate Snyder, Eva Hoats, Hattie Smuthers, and Messrs. Harry Elliot, Harry Gilbert, Willie Herster, Elwood Herster, Harry Hunter, Arthur Burns.

Resolutions of Condolence. At a regular meeting of Stroh Council No. 731, Jr. O. U. A. M. held November 7, 1899,

the following resolutions of condolence were adopted:Whereas, The angel of death has again visited our Council and removed from our midst

Brother George Mangold. It becomes our sad duty to express our sorrow and to pay a last tribute to his memory. Therefore be it

Resolved, That Stroh Council, No. 731, J. O. U. A. M., while reverently bowing to the will of God, we still mourn for our departed brother who we greatly respected.

Resolved, That we sympathize with the family of our late brother and commend them for consolation to Him who “doeth all things well,”

Resolved, That in token of our sorrow at the death of our brother the charter be draped in mourning for thirty days, these resolutions spread upon our minutes, published in The Lehighton Press and Carbon Advocate, and a copy sent to the bereaved family.Stephen Ziegenfus, George F. Evans, Charles A. Boyer, Milton E. Kromer, W. E. Fisher, Committee.

Weissport's Chronologist. The remains of Oliver Giggle, who died at his home at Wilkes Barre on Friday were brought here for intermnt in the Weissport cemetery on Monday. Deceased was aged 80 years and about twelve years ago was a resident of this vicinity.

Sittlers. Alice, the eleven year old daughter of Anna Daubenspeck, near Longacre, was buried last Wednesday at the Immanuel Evangelical Cemetery She had long been ailing of dropsy,

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enlargement of the heart and finally rheumatism. Rev. Fry, of Allentown, was the officiating clergyman.

Bowmanstown. James Rex, of West Penn, and Miss Janetta Steigerwalt, the former servant at the Centre House were united in Holy Matrimony. May they have a long and happy wedded life.

Throughout The Valley. While charging the generator of an acetyline gas machine with calcium of carbide last Saturday at Tamaqua, Lewis Swartz, had his head blown off. He leaves seven children.

Throughout The Valley. Patrick Brislin, a local reporter on the Mauch Chunk Daily Times, died suddenly of heart disease at the home of his father at Beaver Meadow on Tuesday morning, aged about 32 years. He was a brother to Deputy Prothonotary James M. Brislin.

Parryville. Nathaniel Green and family attended the funeral of his father at Stemlersville on Friday.

Parryville. Geo. Whittaker, colored, of Philadelphia, died on Saturday of heart failure. He was engaged at the pipe line and was trying to secure his pay when the accident happened. He was buried in the Weissport cemetery on Monday.

Towamensing. David Griffith, of Monroe, is the happy dad of a bouncing baby boy.

West Penn. Daniel Wertman, of this place died Sunday night and was buried on Thursday. He was employed by Henry Heninger.

Ashfield. Uriah Shelly is a happy dad, its the first baby boy.

Ashfield. Harry DeLong was tendered a party on Thursday evening in honor of the 20th

anniversary of his birthday. Those who participated at the festivities are as follows: James DeLong and wife, James Bailey and wife, William Heintzleman and wife, Jacob Weaver and wife, Mrs. Lewis Ginder, Mrs. Alfred Ginder, Misses Elmira DeLong, Ida Andreas, Elsie Andreas, Beulah Pickford, Emma Balliet, Sallie Albright, Violet Semmel, Emma Berger, Lillie, Cora and Lulu Peter, Laura Steigerwalt, Cora Wertman, Kate Kemerer, Mary Ebert, Meta Semmel, Laura Gross, Helen Ginder, Amaza McLean, Meta Reinsmith, Emma Semmel, Lillie Hontz, Lena Haberman, Perlie Weaver, Jennie and Eva Weaver, and Kate DeLong, Messrs. Harry Ginder, Pierce Ginder, Thos. Ginder, Raymond Bailey, James Pickford, C. E. Schuler, Gideon Rehrig, Geo. Berger Homer Reber, Harvey Steigerwalt, Lewis Kemerer, Clinton Weaver, David Ebert, Wm. DeLong, Thomas McLean, Walter McLean, William Dreisbach, Chas. Haberman, Albert DeLong, John Semmel, Oliver Reber Ed. Freeby, Wm. Weaver, Harvey Peter and Oliver Wertman. Mr. DeLong, was the recipient of many useful and valuable presents. The guests were served with a royal supper, after which they amused themselves with numerous games and music until a late hour. Harry has now passed one score of years and expects to have a similar time when he gets up to another score.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. Thomas Conarty, of Packerton, and Miss Lulu Weidaw, of town, were joined in matrimony by Rev. Hammeke last Friday evening.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Miss Mame B. Weidaw, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Weidaw, of the Alamanda restaurant, was married at Allentown, November 5th, to Charles Kerling. Rev. J. F. Pollock performed the ceremony. The bride is well known and her many friends unite in wishing her and her husband long life and prosperity.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Hartzell attended the funeral of a near relative at West Bethlehem on Saturday.

Resolutions of Condolence.At a regular meeting of Stroh Council, No. 731, Jr., O. U. A. M. held Nov. 15th, 1899, the

following resolutions of condolence were unanimously adopted.Whereas. It has pleased almighty God, the Supreme Councilor of the universe, in His

divine wisdom, to suddenly remove from our midst Brother Edwin Heptner.Whereas. We deeply mourn our loss yet bow in humble submission to the will of Him,

“who doeth all things well.” Therefore be it,Resolved. That we convey to the mother and relatives of our deceased brother our

tenderest sympathies and pray them in this hour of deepest grief to look to Him, who is the comforter and who can wipe away every tear and soothe every sorrow.

Resolved. That in token of our sorrow at the death of our brother the charter be draped in mourning for thirty days. These resolutions be spread upon the records of our council, published in The Lehighton Press and Carbon Advocate and a copy presented to the family of our deceased brother.Geo. F. Evans, Stephen Ziegenfus, W. E. Fisher, Walter E. Esrang, Samuel F. Dries, Committee.

Weissport's Chronologist. Quinton Fisher and Miss Emam LaRose, both of Franklin township were married by Rev. J. W. Edelman on Saturday evening.

Weissport's Chronologist. Edward Hepner, a well known man of North Weissport, met an untimely end while at working the Mahoning yards last Sunday night. He was a brakeman on the Mahoning shifter and while taking a trip of cars into a siding he fell off and in that way met his fate. His neck, one arm and a leg were broken. The unfortunate young man was 24 years of age and was a railroader only three weeks. A widowed mother survives, besides several brothers and sisters. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon. Services were held in North Weissport Lutheran Church, Rev. J. H. Longacre, officiating.

Died of Lock Jaw. Harry, the nineteen year-old-son of 'Squire and Mrs. J. W. Koons, of Jamestown, died Tuesday. Several weeks ago he stepped in a nail which penetrated his foot, causing lock jaw which resulted in death. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon and was largely attended. The family have the sympathy of their many friends in their sore bereavement.

Throughout The Valley. Mrs. Sarah McCabe, a widow of Nesquehoning, and the mother of

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Prof. P. H. McCabe, of East Mauch Chunk, died Saturday night aged 89 years.

Throughout The Valley. Joseph Moyer and Miss Levina Fenstermacher, both of Mahoning Valley, were united in marriage on Sunday by Rev. Thomas H. Krick, at Weissport.

Aquashicola. Mr. Heimbach gave a pleasant surprise party on Saturday evening, in honor of his son Harry's birthday. A large number of the younger sex were present and enjoyed the games and jokes.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. Irvin Dotter and Miss Isabella Young, both of town, were married last week at Bethany U. E. Church parsonage by Rev. I. U. Royer.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Mr. and Mrs. Sylvanius Hartley, of the Heights, mourn the loss of their eighteen months old child, which choked to death, a chestnut kernel having lodged in its throat. The funeral will take place today.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Robertshaw who recently moved here from Tamaqua, were bereft of their two months old baby while visinting the later's parents at that place. The child died Monday of cholera infantum.

Greater Lehighton Doings. The friends of Webster Miller, of Sayre, were shocked last week to learn of his death at the German Hospital, Philadelphia, where he was receiving treatment for appendicitis. Deceased was born in Lehighton twenty years ago, and was a barber by trade. He spent several weeks in town during September and looked the picture of health.

Tendered a Surprise. The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Hontz, of Packerton, tendered them a surprise party on Saturday evening in honor of the former's 73d birthday anniversary. Mr. Hontz who now holds a position at the Lehighton round house, was a Lehigh Valley engineer for a period of 33 years. He was among the first on the road, and was always held in high esteem by the officials of the company and his fellow railroaders. That the couple might live to enjoy many more such happy gatherings was the parting wish of their guests.

Nis Hollow. Joseph Moyer and Miss Levina Fenstermacher, who were recently joined in matrimony have the best wishes of their many friends in this neighborhood.

Weissport's Chronologist. “Sam” May was tendered a birthday party by a number of his friends last Saturday evening.

Keystone State News Condensed. One child dead and three children dying and the father, mother and another child seriously ill is the result of coal gas escaping from a furnace Monday night at the home of John Moran, at Carbondale. Neighbors of the Morans grew apprehensive when the family did not appear, and their front door was broken open. The entire family of seven were found on the upper floor in an unconscious condition. All the physicians of Carbondale and two from Jermyn, were summoned. Despite their efforts, the youngest child

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died in a short time. Three of the remaining four children have been given up by the doctors, and the other child and the father and mother are in a serious condition, but will recover. The gas came from a new furnace which was used for the first time.

Keystone State News Condensed. Levi Foust, married, aged about 50 years, died in the hospital at Williamsport Monday as the result of a gunshot wound. While hunting near Laporte with his brother, Aaron, the latter's gun was prematurely discharged and the ball entered Levi's abdomen. Lawrence Millhouse of Philadelphia, while hunting near Bodines met with an accident. His gun exploded at the breech, the flying iron injuring him about the head and putting out an eye.

Parryville. A birthday party was tendered Miss Hazel Bauman in honor of her 14th birthday anniversary last Saturday evening. The following were presnt: Misses Fannie and Ella Miner, of Weissport, Helen Koch, Emily Blose, Mira Snyder, Mabel Hawk, Carrie Brown, Dora Smith, Sallie Remaley, Iva Peters, and Messrs. Clair Miner, of Weissport, F. E. Montz, W. J. Koch and E. H. Snyder.

New Mahoning. Oliver Hoppes and Miss Lillian Eberts were united in the holy bonds of matrimony last week by Rev. W. H. Strauss. Their many friends wish them a happy journey through life.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. A young son arrived in the family of G. W. Gilbert, the musician, last Friday.

Greater Lehighton Doings. A marriage license has been granted to William Yale, of town, and Miss Sallie A. Ebsen, of Philadelphia, and J. M. Frable, of town, and Miss Ursula Christman, of Kresgeville.

Purely Personal. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Swartz attended the funeral of a relative in Northampton county on Sunday.

Death of Mrs. Mary Beck.Mrs. Mary Beck, relict of the late 'Squire Thos. S. Beck, died at the residence of her only

son, T. Clem. Beck, in Elizabeth, N. J., on Monday afternoon in the 72nd year of her age. Deceased was well known in this vicinity, the family having resided here many years.

The funeral will take place this (Friday) afternoon at one o'clock from Trinity Lutheran Church, Lehighton. Interment will be made in the Beck Cemetery, New Mahoning, along side of the remains of her husband.

Towamensing. Mrs. Peter Hawk, an aged widow, who resided wit Amos Stonburner near Trachsville, departed this life on Thursday night. The funeral was held on Tuesday morning at Jerusalem Church, Rev. Smith, of Effort, officiating. Interment was made in the church grave yard. The deceased was 70 years of age.

Keystone State News Condensed. Richard Williams, of Mahanoy City, went into the mountains

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hunting recently. Half an hour later he was dead, killed by the accidental discharge of his gun.

Parryville. A very pretty wedding was solemnized yesterday at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Montz when their estimable daughter, Miss Alvenia was joined in the holy bonds of matrimony to Charles Phifer, of Omrod, formerly of town. The bride was a teacher in our public schools for many years and her numerous friends join in wishing her and her husband, who is equally well known and esteemed, a safe, happy and prosperous journey through life. The happy couple will immediately go to housekeeping in their newly furnished home at Coplay.

West Penn. David Haas is the proud father of a bouncing baby boy.

Bowmanstown. Oliver P. Schindler and Miss Sallie Kemerer were united in wedlock on Sunday. That the happy couple may have a long and prosperous journey over life's billowy sea is the wish of their many friends.

Aquashicola. Peter Kuntzman, one of the oldest residents of this place, died on Monday and will be buried on Saturday morning. The services will be held in the Evangelical Church, conducted by Rev. Werner. The cause of death is attributed to old age. He was over 78 years of age and a pioneer settler of this place.

Nis Hollow. “Joe” Moyer was not forgotten by the boys. Just as quietly has he got married the boys found their way to his residence on Tuesday evening and gave him and his bride a royal entertainment. After enjoying themselves in various ways “Joe” did the elegant and his serenaders left him happy.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. The funeral of Mrs. Julia Fort, who died at the residence of Thos. Horn, Mahoning, took place on Saturday. Interment was made in Gnaden Hutten Cemetery, Rev. D. A. Winter officiating. Deceased was aged 57 years.

Purely Personal. Mrs. L. S. Houser and daughter Miss Anna, and Milton Hauk attended the wedding of a relative at Bethlehem last week.

Packerton Man Married. John Fritzinger, of Packerton, a well known Lehigh Valley engineer was married last week at White Haven to Miss Jane Kresge, of the latter place. They have already gone to housekeeping in their own home at Packerton, where their neighbors and friends tendered them a delightful reception.

Weissport's Chronologist. The three months old child of Mr. and Mrs. George Evans, which died on Saturday was buried on Tuesday afternoon. Interment was made at Walnutport.

Parryville. Oliver Beers is all smiles over the arrival of a baby boy.

Pleasant Corner. Miss Ella, the estimable daughter of Nathan Wehr, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Oliver Zellner, of Jamestown, on Saturday evening. We wish them much

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happiness.

Sittlers. The town and vicinity were all agog last Thursday from early morn until after the noon hour. Elaborate preparations had been made for the wedding of Jennie C., daugher of Postmaster T. E. Sittler to Harry M. Cannon, of Philadelphia Rev. W. H. Strauss, of Lehighton, the bride's pastor, tied the nuptial knot. After the wedding dinner the happy couple left amid a shower of rice for Lehighton where they took the train for Philadelphia, where they will reside. Thos. Musselman and family, of New Mahoning, Miss Sallie Riegel, of Lehighton, and the immediate family, witnessed the ceremony.

Nis Hollow. A pleasant birthday celebration was tendered to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Werner on Saturday evening. Mrs. Werner's birthday came on Friday and Mr. Werner's on Sunday. The number present were about fifty. All had a jolly time.

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Greater Lehighton Doings. A bright little daughter arrived at the home of Robert Stransberry, North Second street, on Saturday.

Greater Lehighton Doings. The five weeks old child of Mr. and Mrs. William Grow, of Bankway was buried on Saturday afternoon. The little one was a victim of whooping cough.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Thomas Hontz and Miss Annie Bennett, a popular young Packerton couple, have been granted a license to wed. In advance we tender congratulations.

Greater Lehighton Doings. The Arion Band was out serenading on Tuesday evening and discoursed some excellent music. W. A. Schinkie, a former member of the band, was remembered in honor of his birthday anniversary.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Wilson Walck and Miss Ida Sebring, both of town, were united in marriage last Saturday evening at the bride's home on Tenth street, by Rev. J. H. Kuder. The happy couple left Monday for Wilmington, Del., where they will make their future home.

A Juvenile Surprise Party. Miss Lillie, the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Kuhns, of South Second street, was tendered a delightful surprise party in honor of her thirteenth birthday anniversary. The following guests enjoyed the occasion: Misses Alma Schrope, Lottie Kuhns, Anna Horn, Elsie Boyer, Lillian Oberholtzer, Carrie Armbruster, Eva Fritzinger, Mary Obert, Minnie Rehrig, Mary Gilbert, Helen Anthony, Cora Bretney, Mary Royer, Lillie Kuhns, Alda Marsh, and Raymond Kuhns, Mrs. Schrope, Mrs. Marsh.

Dr. Jacob K. Kistler Dead.Well Known Physician Passes to His Reward—Brief Sketch of His Career.

Dr. Jacob K. Kistler, one of this town's most respected residents, last Saturday morning passed peacefully away in death, after an illness of a year's duration with consumption, aged 50 years, 11 months and 9 days. He was born in Kistler valley, Lynn township, Lehigh county, and was one of eleven children of the late J. M. Kistler and his wife Lydia. As a boy he worked

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about his father's farm and tannery, securing such an education as the public schools of the place afforded. Later he attended Palatinate College at Meyerstown. Early in the seventies he began the study of medicine in the office of his brother, Dr. W. K. Kistler, who practiced for many years at Germansville, Lehigh county. In 1876 he entered Jefferson Medical College, at Philadelphia, from which he graduated two years later. He located at Montzville, along the border of Carbon and Schuylkill counties, where he soon succeeded in establishing a lucrative practice. Six years ago, after recovering from a long siege of sickness which, however, left one of his lungs permanently imparied, he had a palatial residence erected on Mahoning street, Lehighton. It was his intention to live retired but, being a good physician, his services were in demand, and he responded to the summons from the sick and afflicted. Last January he had an attack of lagrippe, which was the beginning of the end. Although he was up and about during the past summer, he continued to lose vigor and it became apparent that he would not long survive. In June 1879 he was married to Miss Susanna Montz who, with seven sisters and three brothers, are left to mourn. Dr. W. K. Kistler, of town, is a brother.

The funeral took place at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning and was very largely attended. Services were held in Trinity Lutheran Church, Rev. J. H. Kuder officiating. Interment was made in Lehighton Cemetery.

Big Wreck on the Central. Three men were killed and three badly injured in a disasterous wreck on the Central Railroad last Wednesdsay evening at Seigfrieds. Eastbound passenger train, No. 18, crashed into the rear end of extra eastbound coal train, No. 426 while speeding at the rate of a mile a minute. In a moment the passenger was a mass of flames and the scenes in the cars can better be imagined than described. The engineer, fireman and baggage master of the passenger train were killed outright and buried under the wreck. They all lived at Easton and were men with families.

Weissport's Chronolgist. Miss Savilla Tice was tendered a pleasant birthday surprise by a number of her friends on Tuesday evening.

Keystone State News Condensed. One of the most appalling fires that has ever visited Reading, occurred Thursday, when the extensive hosiery mill of the Nolde & Horst Company took fire, destroying the plant, causing the death of one person, supposed to be Louisa Clay, aged 48, who is missing and injuring about 60 other employes of the company.

Throughout The Valley. A marriage license has been granted to Rev. Henry Millington, pastor of the M. E. Church at Summit Hill, and Miss Nancy Wintersteen, of the same place.

Bowmanstown. Ammon I. Blose and Miss Fietta Beer, both of town, journeyed to Parryville last Saturday evening where they were joined in the holy bonds of wedlock at the residence of and by Rev. W. H. Millhouse. We wish them much happiness.

Big Creek. Mrs. Olewine, of Walcksville, was buried at Big Creek Cemetery on Wednesday. She was aged 72 years Rev. C. W. Heffner officiated.

Big Creek. The young daughter of William Moyer, of Stemlersville, died Monday of diphtheria croup. She was six years old and was buried Wednesday.

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Sittlers. Quite a number of West Penn people, relaties, friends and former patients, attended the funeral of Dr. Jacob K. Kistler at Lehighton on Wednesday. The doctor was held in the highest esteem hereabouts and nearly every one has a kind word for him.

West Penn. Rev. T. N. Reber was among those from this section who attended the funeral of the late Dr. Kistler at Lehighton on Wednesday.

West Penn. Mrs. Lewis Haas, who died last week, was buried on Tuesday. Interment was made in the Slateville Cemetery, Rev. Strauss, officiating.

Volume 16, Number 10, Friday, December 22, 1899

Greater Lehighton Doings. Born—to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Trainer, a son.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Calvin A. Frantz and Miss Rena Ruch, both of town, have been granted a marriage license.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Howard Monier, junior landlord of the American House, is all smiles over the arrival of a young son.

Weissport's Chronologist. Clarence C. Fatzinger and Miss Minnie Hartman, of this place have been granted a license to wed.

Weissport's Chronologist. Miss Clara Miller, of South Bethlehem, formerly of town, was married yesterday to Charles Norton, of Easton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. I. Yotter. They will make their home at Easton.

Weissport's Chronologist. Mrs. Mary, relict of the late Owen Moyer, died Monday morning at her home on White street, aged seventy-six years. She suffered with dropsy for the past two years but was not compelled to take to her bed until a few days before her death. Her husband preceeded her to the grave a quarter of a century ago. She was the mother of Mrs. Jacob Strausburger, Miss Emma, George and Owen Moyer, all of town, and Mrs. Wm. Himmelreich, of Olyphant; Mrs. Oscar Waterbor of Easton. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon at two o'clock. Services were held in St. Jacob's Reformed Church Rev. T. H. Krick, officiating. Interment was made in Weisspot Cemetery.

Nis Hollow. Aaron Rehrig wears a big broad smile because his wife presented him with a baby boy, Its a Xmas present.

Pleasant Corner. Elizabeth, relict of the late John Bennyhoff, died Saturday afternoon, after a short illness at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Josiah Musselman. Deceased was well known throughout this section, and leaves to mourn one daughter, Mrs. Josiah Musselman, and one son, Joseph, of Nesquehoning. She attained the age of 75 years. Interment was made in the Evangelical cemetery at this place on Wednesday. Rev. Smith, of Mauch Chunk, officiated.

Keystone State News Condensed. John Bisbee, an aged man, met death in a shocking manner at

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Scranton a few days ago. While out driving hs horse became frightened and ran away. Bisbee was jostled from the seat and in falling his feet became entangled in the whiffletree, and with his head striking on the pavement at the horse's heels he was dragged to death. The unfortunate man's legs were broken and his skull fractured.

Parryville. Born to Charles Miller and family a baby girl on Tuesday.

Bowmanstown. Dr. A. M. Sittler attended the funeral of Jacob Kistler at Lehighton, acting as one of the pall bearers.

Bowmanstown. James Weidaw is wearing a big smile because his wife presented him with a Christmas gift. It is a girl.

Ashfield. John Rehrig is happy over the arrival of a daughter in his family.

New Mahoning. Ulysses Sittler is all smiles over the safe arrival of a bouncing baby boy.

Volume 16, Number 11, Friday, December 29, 1899

Greater Lehighton Doings. Calvin A. Frantz and Rena M. J. Ruch, both of town, were quietly married at the residence of the officiating clergyman, Rev. D. A. Winter, on last Thursday evening. They have the well wishes of their many friends.

Greater Lehighton Doings. Mrs. Catharine O'Brian died last Friday night at the home of her son Al. O'Brian, South Third street, after a lingering illness with cancer, aged fifty-nine years. She is survived by five children Alvin and Mrs. Ambrose Kast, of town, Mrs. Oscar Frederick, Scott O'Brian, of Weissport, Mrs. Daniel Arner, of Coplay. Her husband died some eighteen years ago. The funeral took place on Wednesdsay afternoon, services being held at the house. Interment was made in the Lehighton Cemetery, Rev. T. H. Krick, of Weissport, officiated.

Wedded Last Saturday. Last Saturday afternoon H. E. Dorward and Miss Hattie E. O'Brien were united in marriage at the residence of the bride's mother, Mrs. Charles Rabenold on Ninth street. Adella and Eleanora Frantz cousins of the bride played a duet as the couple marched into the presence of a large company of invited guests followed by William Rabenold and Jennie Rex as best man and maid. The marriage was then solemnized by Rev. D. A. Winter of Zion's Reformed Church. After the service the guests sat down to enjoy a sumptuous wedding supper. The couple left for New York City where they will spend the holidays and after their return they will reside at Coplay where the groom is employed in the cement works.

Where They Spent Xmas. Wilson Trainer was at Hazleton on Christmas attending the golden wedding anniversary of his sister, Mrs. Dunn.

Weissport's Chronologist. Lewis Schaffer is the proud dad of a brand new baby boy.

Weissport's Chronologist. Willian Phifer was presented with a Christmas gift by his wife. It is a little daughter.

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Weissport's Chronologist. Robert Kromer and Miss Ellen LaRose, both of Franklin township, were married by Rev. T. H. Krick on Christmas.

Weissport's Chronologist. Rev. and Mrs. W. J. Edelman were at Camden, N. J., on Christmas day, where he officiated at the wedding of his brother.

Keystone State News Condensed. The first skating accident of the year in Hazelton region occurred at Lattimer, when 14-year old Leo Peruzzi broke through the ice and was drowned.

Throughout The Valley. William Culver and Miss Emily Sigley, a well known young couple of Mauch Chunk, were married on Wednesday afternoon.

Aquashicola. Harry Muschlitz, a former young gentleman of town was married to Miss Deborah Schaffer, of Slatington on Friday.

Prepared by Tony Bennyhoff, April 28, 2011.

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