ASHTABULA COUNTY OHIO - Newspaper Clippings Farm Book 2 *********************************************************************** OHGENWEB NOTICE: All distribution rights to this electronic data are reserved by the submitter. Reproduction or re-presentation of copyrighted material will require the permission of the copyright owner. The submitter has given permission to the USGenWeb Archives to store the file permanently for free access. http://www.usgwarchives.net *********************************************************************** File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by Carol Pfile CPfile@tribute.com March 11, 2000 *********************************************************************** My great grandmother, Alice Estelle Garlock Harvey, clipped newspaper articles and pasted them in an old farm book. The resulting book (and there are two of them) that orginally was probably only an inch in thickiness is over three inches thick. Most of the articles are about people living in the Monroe/Pierpont/Crawford county, PA area. And most of them have no dates unless they're mentioned in the article itself, though they range from 1898 to 1912 or so. Most of them are obituaries, marriages and reunions. *********************************************************************** MISS FLORA PARKER AND MR. CARL MONTGOMERY WERE UNITED BY REV. W. D. STARKEY OF AKRON ___ One of the prettiest weddings of mid-summer was solemnized last evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Parker on the Underridge road, when their daughter, Miss Flora La Veone, became the bride of Mr. Carl Fobes Montgomery, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Montgomery of Mill road. With Miss Mabel Webb at the piano, Miss Lillian House sang, "Oh Promise Me," while the bridal party were taking their places in the parlor before the bank of ferns and palms over which hung a large bell of sweet peas. Rev. W. D. Starkey of Akron, former pastor of the Methodist church, performed the ceremony, using the ring service. Miss Parker made a charming bride in her wedding gown of crepe de chine and she caried a bride's bouquet of white roses. Her sister, Miss Jessie Parker, attired in rose charmeuse, and carrying pink carnations, was bride's maid and Mr. George Montgomery, the groom's brother, was his attendant. During the ceremony, Miss Carrie Parker, cousin of the bride, played a nocturne. The house was decorated throughout with ferms, smilax and phlox. After the young couple had received the hearty congratulations of their friends, an elaborate four-course wedding supper was served by the Misses Mary and Olive Montgomery, Florence Rathbun and Hazel Parker. The tables were also decorated with the prevailing blossoms and the menu was carried out in pink and white. Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery motored into the city and left last night for a honeymoon to Niagara Falls and other eastern points. The young people are both well known in this section and have scores of friends who wish them many years of joy and happiness. Mrs. Montgomery has taught in the East Conneaut schools for the past six years and has endeared herself to all with whom she has come in contact. Mr. Montgomery is a young man of upright character and has been engaged in farming on the Colby farm just south of town, where the young people will be at home after August first. Their new home will contain many beautiful reminders of their friends' well wishes. Out of town guests were, George Montgomery of Cleveland; Mrs. Harry Lewis and Mrs. Frank Coats of Saybrook; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Parker, son and daughter, and Oris Parker, of Geneva; Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Parker and two daughters of Ashtabula; Royal Fobes of Colebrook and ???? rest of article missing. MISS LAVINA L. SEVEY DIED LAST EVENING ___ Aged Lady Had Been a Helpless Invalid for Almost a Year - Burial at Geneva. ___ Mrs. Lavina L. Sevey, aged 81, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. F. Hallett, 284 Sandusky street, Monday evening, December 23, at 8 o'clock. On February 7, 1912, Mrs. Sevey suffered a stroke of paralysis wich left her totally helpless and speech-less, although her mind was not seriously affected. For nearly a year she has received the best care and most tender attention that filial affection could suggest. Death came finally as a release welcomed by Mrs. Sevey, who frequently indicated a wish to go. Mrs. Sevey was born in New York state, but immediately after the Civil war, a struggle in which her husband, Nathaniel Sevey, participated, Mr. and Mrs. Sevey moved to Girard, Pa., where they lived continuously until Mr. Sevey's death about eight years ago. About eighteen months ago Mrs. Sevey became an inmate of the home of her daughter and son-in-law. Mrs. Sevey leaves three daughters - Mrs. W. F. Hallett of Conneaut, Mrs. Ada Beatie of Pompeii, Mich., and Mrs. William Powell of Girard, Pa. She is survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, most of whom reside in New York and Michigan. A brief prayer sevice will be held at the Hallett home, 284 Sandusky street, Thursday morning, after which the remains will be conveyed to Girard and funeral services will be held in the home of the daughter, Mrs. William Powell, Rev. Cook of the Methodist Episcopal church, of which deceased had been a member for many years officiating. ______________________ "Women's dresses are to become tighter." Roller skates next and a boy behind to push. London is shocked over the way the British nation is taking to gum chewing. But they stick to it. ______________________ KELLOGGS HAVE SON Arrived Tuesday, a young pressman at the home of C. L. Kellogg of Mill street. Clint's face was wreathed in smiles as every one remarked on his arrival at work next day at the Conneaut Can Co. Mother and son are doing fine. BUMPER PEACH CROP AT PORT CLINTON Port Clinton, June 17. - The peach crop this year in Ottawa county and vicinity is estimated at 1,2000,000 bushels or 400 carloads more than the bumper crop of 1915. For the pretty net covers which will be placed on the baskets a snug little fortune will be expended. On an order for 825,000 bushel baskets and 70,000 peck baskets, the netting alone will cost $16,350, or 1.9 cents each. REV. BARNES IS SUMMONED BY FLEET DEATH ___ Esteemed Man Fell Dead In His Home This Morning ___ HAS A NOBLE CAREER ___ Engaged in Literary Work in His Study When Death, in Passing, Halted and Called Him. ___ Rev. G. N. Barnes, retired pastor of the North Conneaut United Brethren church, dropped dead in his study at his home, 715 Clark street, just before noon today. The reverand gentleman was at work on a book at the time. He has been rather feeble for some time, but seemed of late to be in good health. He went to his study this morning to work alone on his book, as has been his custom. About noon his wife was startled by hearing him fall in the study and rushed in to ascertain what was wrong. She found Rev. Barnes lying on the floor, unconscious and breathing faintly. Dr. Sturtevant was summoned, and in the meantime neighbors attempted to resuscitate him but without any success. When the doctor arrived he was dead. Rev. Barnes had been a minister of the gospel for the last forty years, having come to Conneaut twenty years ago. During this time he has become deeply associated with the civil and religious life and welfare of the village of North Conneaut. He organized and founded the church of which he was the pastor for eleven years. Rev. Barnes was a Civil war vetran and has been chaplin of Custer Post, No. 9., G. A. R., of this city, for a long time. He was seventy-one years old on the seventeenth of last November. He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Corry White of Pierpont. One grand-daughter also survives, Mrs. Florence Whipple, who was raised by the Rev. and Mrs. Barnes. The G. A. R. probably will have charge of the funeral, arrangements for which have not been completed. FARNHAM SUNDAY SCHOOL ROYALLY ENTERTAINED The young people's class of the Farnham Sunday school was royally entertained on Monday evening at the pleasant home of one of their number, Lyle Norton, the event being the regular monthly business and social meeting of the class. The business session was followed by a few minutes' drill on names of the books of the Bible, etc., after which all proceeded to make merry. Delicious refreshments were served by Lyle Norton and Johnny Williams, assisted by Mrs. Norton. This was the first time any of the boys have served in this capacity but their success most assuredly would be difficult to surpass. At the beginning of the year the members organized under the name "Loyal Workers," but on Monday evening they decided to become united with the widespread "Loyal Movement," and accordingly changed the name to "Loyal Bereans" to fulfill the requirements of that organization. The officers of the class are: President, Hazel Wright; vice president, Johnny Williams; secretary, Cleman Rhoads; assistant secretary, Marion Hamilton; treasurer, Lyle Norton; parliamentarian, Howard Blakeslee; teacher, Alta Frock. The standing committees comprise the following: Homer Marble, Cleo Rhoads, Laura Hogle, Edith Bryant, Virginia Benson, Alberta Sanford, and Lois Vandervort. MARRIED IN JEFFERSON Quietly stealing a march on their friends, George Rathbun and Miss Orlena Hogle yesterday made a short trip to Jefferson where they were joined in marriage. Mr. Rathbun is a machinist in the Nickel Plate shops and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Rathbun, of the Center road. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emmet Hogle of the State Line. After the ceremony the bridal couple left for a few days' visit with relatives in different places in Pennsylvania and upon their return to this city will make their home with the parents of the groom. FUNERAL SERVICES IN MEMORY OF LATE MRS. J. P. SMITH ___ Beautifully Simple As She Had Wished - Rev. O. J. Moore Spoke Consolingly to Sorrowing Family. ___ Funeral services in memory of the late Mrs. J. P. Smith, held Wednesday at 12:30 o'clock at the home on Evergreen street, were just as she had wished that they might be - beautifully simple. The relatives assembled to pay honor to a life beautiful and blameless, and the beloved woman was then laid to her final rest in the family lot in East Springfield. The Rev. O. J. Moore of the Methodist church officiated, and he talked to the sorrowing ones in the most comforting way. He took for the basis of his talk, the lady's favorite passage in the Bible, the 14th chapter of St. John, and in closing he read the 14th verse of the 22nd chapter of Revelation, another favorite passage of Mrs. Smith's, "Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have the right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city." Rev. Moore explained "Life" here as meaning Jesus Christ, and "City" as being the state of blessedness and contentment brought on by living his teachings. Mrs. T. C. Herrick rendered a beautiful solo. Each beautiful flower in the profusion sent by friends, expressed the love and esteem in which Mrs. Smith was held. Tuesday afternoon from 2 to 4, the friends called at the home to view the remains as they lay in state. From out of town those in attendance were Mrs. Smith's two brothers, Wright and George Chapman, of Ashtabula, and the former's two daughters, Fannie and Arlene, Dr. Isabelle Spaulding, Mamie Campbell also of Ashtabula, P. C. Gates of Beaver, C. W. Devereaux of Fairview, Wright Stacey of Painesville, Jessie Eagley and Mr. Eagley of Springfield. FIFTEEN YEARS AGO TODAY A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Walrath. William Broughton, father of Mrs. ?. B. Young of this city, died near Conneautville. Mrs. Ella Daniels and Leman Wright of Sentinel, O., were married at the home of the former's father. KENNEDY BOY BADLY INJURED ___ Eight-Year-Old son of Sherman Kennedy Stepped in Front of a Mowing Machine - Both Legs Cut Very Seriously. ___ Harry Kennedy, the six-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Kennedy, of Springfield, was severely injured this morning when he jumped in front of a moving mowing machine and had both legs and feet badly lacerated. The little fellow, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Kennedy, of this city, was that badly injured that it was at one time thought that amputation of both little limbs would be necessary and the report was current here today that the child had been crippled by having both feet cut off and that his life was in jeopardy in consequence. Happily such proved not to be the case, although the accident is lamentable in the extreme and the little fellow was very badly injured. Running and jumping in the wake of the mowing machine and watching the grass cut and tumble in windrows behind the cutting bar, the little fellow, disregarding warnings given or forgetting himself for the instant and not realizing the danger, jumped in front of the sharp knives. The injuries were inflicted instantly and the child crying out fell forward unconscious. He was picked up by the mower and carried into the parents' home. Dr. H. N. Crandall of Springfield was called immediately and he summoned Drs. W. H. Leet and B. M. Tower from this city. The surgeons were fearful of the consequences of the accident but were able to swathe and bandage the badly lacerated legs and feet. Both limbs were cut and ground by the cruel knives of the mower and it was just a chance that the limbs could be saved. Returning from the Kennedy home this afternoon one of the surgeons stated that there was now every hope of saving the child's limbs. The little fellow's first words on recovering consciousness were "I'll never walk again." MARRIED IN JEFFERSON Another quiet wedding was solemnized in Jefferson today when Jerome Parmeter and Mrs. Laura Lillie, both of this city, were married this morning. The ceremony was performed by Justice of the Peace Frank Marvin. The newly weds returned to this city after the ceremony and will be at home to their friends at 379 1/2 Washington street. OBITUARY ==================== Mrs. Rebecca King-Kellogg. Mrs. Rebecca King Kellogg, wife of Edward Kellogg of Conneaut, was born in Elk Creek township, Erie county, Pennsylvania, August 15th, 1827, and died at her home in Conneaut on Monday, March 22, being 87 years, 7 months and 7 days of age at the time of her death. Deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony King, one of the oldest settlers of Elk Creek township, Pa. Of her father's family of six children she was the last one to pass away. In her young womanhood she was united in marriage to Edward Kellogg and their journey through life together has covered a period of 67 years. Their union was blessed with five children, all of whom are living. James and Alfred of Conneaut, Will of Ashtabula, Mrs. Clara Vandervort of Girard, and Mrs. Lucy Simpson of Erie. Her husband in very feeble health still survives her. The deceased had made her home in Platea, Pennsylvania, for about 10 years until about five years ago, when they moved to Conneaut. She was a good neighber and friend and made many friends wherever she lived, who sympathize with the bereaved family. She was tenderly cared for in her last illness by her children, but despite all that could be done she passed peacefully away on Monday, March 22nd. The funeral was held at Platea, Pa., in the M. E. church on Wednesday, March 24, at 2:30. Interment in Platea cemetery. MONROE LADY DIED YESTERDAY ___ Mrs. A. L. Anderson Passed Away After a Two Weeks' Illness - Funeral To Be Private. ___ Mrs. A. L. Anderson of Monroe died at her home last evening at 7 o'clock after a two weeks' illness caused by a nervous breakdown. The deceased, who was thirty-five years of age, is survived by her husband, one son, Jay, ten years old; two sisters, Mrs. Myra Douglas and Mrs. Sadie Woodruff, and her mother, Mrs. Mary Andrews, all of whom live in Monroe. The funeral will be held from the late home at 11 o'clock Wednesday and will be private. Interment will be made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. EGGSTRAORDINARY ____ Would you call this a jitney bus or an eggstraordinary pipe dream? Ashtabula saloons haven't opened yet, so it can't be blamed on them. Well, this is the way it was told to us. A well known local drayman not long ago had occasion to drive his team out into the country. He drove past a flock of hens alongside the road and one of the biddies flew upon the hay. He did not pay any attention to the hen, thinking she would fly back to the ground, but in a few moments he heard her cackling and then saw her fly back to the ground. He looked around and found the hen had laid an egg to pay for her brief passage. He does not know yet whether he ought to get out a license for passengers or send the egg back to the owner of the hen. DEATH RECALLS BAD STORM ON LAKE SUPERIOR ___ Burr Hoyt Dies in New Mexico From Consumption Contracted Then. ___ A sad aftermath of the terrible gale on Lake Superior two years ago last fall, occurred in Port Stanton, New Mexico, on July 5th, when Burr Hoyt passed away from consumption. The dread white plague was contracted, it is said, by the hardships and physical shock underwent by the deceased at the time of that storm. The news of the death was received here just recently. Hoyt was engaged on the steamer Lafayette, which was one of the many freighters caught in the gale. The boat was thrown ashore and broke in two on the rocks at a bleak point on the southern shore of the lake, some distance below Duluth and many miles from a settlement or a house. The crew managed to get ashore safely, though all were drenched in the icy water and many were exhausted. For many hours they waded in deep snow, with the cold freezing their wet garments to their bodies, before they were rescued. Never Recovered Health. Hoyt never recovered from this trying experience and he was thrown immediately into consumption. He went to New Mexico and recently when the disease got its death hold on his body, entered the Marine hospital there, where he died. He was 35 years of age and had lived in Conneaut for many years. Besides many friends here, he leaves a father, mother and brother and other distant relatives in this vicinity. This sad end calls to mind very vividly the harrowing storm of that time. Although a number of Conneaut marine men were caught in the storm and suffered many hardships, this is the first fatality, directly affecting this community, to grow out of the gale. It was in this storm that Captain Humble, of this city, master of the Mataafa, displayed such heroism in saving his crew when his boat was thrown upon the end of one of the Duluth piers. Boats were strewn all along the lake and the aggregate loss was by far the worst ever ??? Rest of article missing. FAIRVIEW * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * The funeral of Julian Thompson, the unfortunate young man who lost his life Monday evening, Oct. 21, at Dorset, O., by being struck by a Pittsburgh flyer, was held at the residence of his father, William Thompson, near Penn Line, Thursday afternoon, Oct. 24. The funeral was largely attended. His remains were buried at Penn Line cemetery beside those of his brother, Clark, who lost his life a little over a year ago by falling from a car on a scenic railway at Silver Lake, O. Not since the flood of September, 1878, thirty-four years ago, has so much rain fallen in the length of time, as fell last week. It rained almost continually from Tusday afternoon until Saturday morning. Small streams in a little while became raging torrents. MONROE CENTER * * * * * * * * * * * * Mrs. Kate Felch accompanied her mother, Mrs. Adeline Ingalls and Mr. and Mrs. I. P. Felch to Austinburg, O., Sunday in the latter's auto. Mrs. Mabel Wescott and little daughter were guests of Mrs. M. G. Watson and family at Farnham a few days recently. Mrs. Clara Gause has been assisting with the housework at the home of E. C. Wivel the past week. Mr. and Mrs. John Scribner and family of Conneaut were Sunday guests of the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Scribner. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hill of Phoenix and Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Hill of Sheffield spent Sunday visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Hill. Mrs. Lloyd Felch returned Monday from Youngstown, where she went to attend the funeral of her brother, Clyde Mowery, who was killed Wednesday evening in his office, when he undertok to move the electric light bulb over the desk. Mrs. George Anderson is reported quite ill this week. Mrs. Wm. Meacham is visiting at the home of her father, Mr. Snyder, and sons, south of town. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Thayer arrived Thursday to visit the latter's parents as Mr. Thayer was recently vaccinated on account of the smallpox scare on the Bessemer railroad at Albion, where they live. Al Peck and daughter, Miss Ellen, left Thursday for a few days' visit with a daughter and sister at Youngstown. Mrs. Mabel Gapen from Illinois is visiting her sister, Miss Sadie Felch and family this week. MONROE CENTER * * * * * * * * * * * Many relatives and neighbors attended the funeral of Mrs. Amy Andrus Anderson, which was held from her late home Wednesday at eleven o'clock, Rev. Smeltzer of Beaver Center officiating. She was born in Green, Trumbull county, Ohio, September 22, 1879, the second daughter of Jay and Mary Andrus. Married to Alfred L. Anderson on February 3, 1905. One son, Jay, was born to them, who is now ten years old. Mrs. Anderson has spent most of her life in Monroe. Although of modest, retiring disposition, preferring the quietness of her home life to society, she will be missed by a large circle of friends. Interment was made at Kelloggsville cemetery. HAMMOND'S CORNERS ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Mrs. Harriet Sweet is visiting at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Carey Sheldon, Ashtabula. Mrs. Judd Youngs recently visited her daughter, Mrs. A. D. Johnson. Glen Scribner and family spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Benson, Monroe Center. Miss Lottie Vosburg reports a successful season in millinery. Come to the church next Friday evening, May 7, and enjoy the entertainment and supper given by the Ladies' Aid society. Admission, 20c. Mrs. Blanche Anderson and children are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elliot Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. John Powell recently entertained Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Belding, Mr. and Mrs. Alva Belding, also Miss Harriet Powell, of Conneaut. FRANK L. CURTISS DIED AFTER LONG ILLNESS Frank L. Curtiss, 388 Buffalo street, expired last night after a long illness. Many friends mourn his death. He is survived by a wife and two small children. The funeral will be conducted on Saturday at two, the Rev. F. C. Kreager officiating. Friends wishing to view the remains may do so this evening and tomorrow morning. MARRIED IN JEFFERSON A quiet wedding with the principles coming from this city, was performed in Jefferson yesterday. The license was issued to Orrin Eugene Warner, 23, and Bessie Ellen Lawrence 24, both of this city, by Rev. J. A. Goodrich. EGGSTRAORDINARY DOINGS SATURDAY ON RURAL ROUTES ____ Rural Carriers Are Surprised By Patrons ____ Easter Greeting Tendered Mail Men much to Their Pleasure and Profit. ____ This is an eggstraordinary story but its eggactly the truth. The rural mail carriers did not eggspect anything of the sort and they were somewhat eggasperated when the truth did begin to hatch under their bonnets, but when it was all over the eggspressions on their respective faces showed that they were not eggessively chagrined. They were at one time impressed with the idea that someone was poaching upon their preserves but they boiled along until they fried out the truth, and of course, they stood for the consequences. Patrons of the rural routes out of Conneaut hatched the idea and it was this: to present the carriers with an Easter shower and as most of the patrons have eggs to spare they thought to give the carriers a donation. So Saturday the carriers were taken quite aback when out on their routes they found packages addressed to themselves hanging to mail boxes, in the mail boxes and anywhere that was convenient there was some sort of a package. Many patrons came out tomeet their carriers and presented in person a token of the season. Returning to the postoffice after the days' journey all four of the carriers had heavy-laden wagons. There were hens eggs, goose eggs, duck eggs, turkey eggs, rabbit eggs and eggs. There were no ostrich eggs or snake eggs or alliagor eggs, so far as known, but one can never tell. There were white eggs and brown eggs, just the natural colors. Then there were red eggs and blue eggs and pink eggs and yellow eggs, all died in Easter design. There were few patrons of the R. F. D. service who did not in this way remember the carriers and the boys sure are appreciative. "Bill" Class on Route One had to borrow a clothes basket to take his eggs home. "Bill" Neil on Route two was cackling when he came in from his route. Claude Woodworth put some of his eggs under the seatbox and when he got home he found three chicks, a little bunny, a young turkey and two ducks in the nest. That's speed. John McCrone just naturally ????? Rest of article missing. MARRIAGE LICENSE RECORD NOT UP TO EXPECTATIONS ____ Jefferson, June 22. - Work has fallen off at the marriage license counter at the probate office the past week, there being but eight marriage licenses issued, making a total of 39 licenses issued this month. June started out to be a record breaker but it has failed miserably. At the rate it started, there would have been seventy-eight licenses issued this month which would have beaten any previous record by fourteen, but at the present rate there will be but fifty-four licenses issued., which will fall ten below the record. MILDRED HALL, AGED 10, DIED EARLY THIS MORNING ____ Mildred Hall, aged ten years and ten months, died at 2 o'clock this morning at the home of her grand-mother, Mrs. Matilda Ford, on the Center road. Death was due to a complication of ailments and came after a two-weeks' illness. The girl was the daughter of Mrs. Electa Caslor of Buffalo who, with her husband, has been there for several days. One sister, Ida Hall, resides with her mother in Buffalo and a brother Claude Hall, lives in Monroe. The funeral will be held at the house Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment in Kelloggsville cemetery. W. M. HOPSECGAR FELL AND CRUSHED SKULL ____ Well Known Nickel Plate Fireman Fell From A Tree Yesterday While Hunting and Was Instantly Killed - Recently Promoted ____ W. M. Hopsecgar, a Nickel Plate fireman, who was recently promoted to engineer, was killed yesterday afternoon by falling from a tree. His skull was crushed. Hopsecgar and his family went to the Will Hallett farm south of Monroe Center to spend a few days visiting and hunting. Harvey Joslin and family of this city were also there. Yesterday was the opening of the squirrel season and Hopsecgar and Joslin and C. O. Perry went out in search of game. Hopsecgar shot a squirrel in a tree, but the squirrel lodged in a fork of the tree and he climbed the tree to get it. In some way, Hopsecgar fell, striking on his head, crushing his skull. When Joslin and Perry reached him he was dead. The unfortunate man's body was carried to the Hallett home, and today it was brought to this city in Marcy's wagon and was prepared for burial. Hopsecgar lived at 456 Jackson street, in this city. He was one of the best known and most expert enginemen on the Nickel Plate, and he was also one of the most popular. He was a man of sturdy frame and character, and was one in whom the company and his associates reposed trust which was never betrayed. He was the kind of man of which the most trustworthy and capable railroaders are made, and his death is universally deplored among the Nickel Plate employes. Hopsecgar was born at Wooster, O., twenty-nine years ago last May. His father, Louis Hopsecgar, still resides in Wooster. The deceased is survived by his wife and five children, Edith, aged 10; Norman, Jessie, Irma and Albert, the latter not quite six months old. The funeral announcement will be made later. : OBITUARY : .================. Albert Byron Jenkins, was born in Mespotamia, Trumbull County, Ohio, May 12th, 1850. Departed this life February 28th, 1915, at the age of 64 years, 9 months and 15 days. Funeral services were held at his late home, March 4th, Rev. F. C. Kreager of the Baptist church and Rev. A. E. Kemp, of the Christian church officiating. He was deprived of a mother's love and care at the tender age of six days, as were four brothers older, the oldest of them being less than eight years of age. His grandmother, over 60 years of age, took and reared him until he was 10 years old. Then he was needed at home to help the step-mother and younger half brothers and sisters, staying at home until he was 21 years of age. Secured his education in the district school and attended Grand River Institute at Austinburg, O., when the late Professor Tuckerman was principal of that institution. Was married to Linda M. Bentley of New Lyme, O., Dec. 23rd, 1871. One son, Nelson, was born to them. Moved to Ashtabula, O., in the spring of 1891, and engaged in contracting and building, moved to Conneaut, O., in the spring of 1893 and was employed at his trade of carpenter until his last illness. On July 29, 1906, he joined the First Baptist church of Conneaut and was a faithful member until the end. He was also a member of the Independent Order of Good Templars, being a Grand Lodge Deputy and a member of the international Grand Lodge degree; was a Past Council Commander of the Woodmen of the World, member of the State Police and Carpenters' Union. He was an enthusastic worker for any movement looking for the betterment of mankind and the community in which he lived, while he was decided in his beliefs he never had any grudge or spoke ill of those who differed with him always having a kind and cheerful word for all. We feel that the community has lost a good and useful citizen, and the family a kind and loving husband and father. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank our neighbors and friends for their kindness and sympathy and for the beautiful flowers during the sickness and death of our infant. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Hicks. FATHER TAKES CHILD, SKIPS; PURSUED ____ Trouble Promised When Wife and Her Brother Catches Hubby. ____ MAN FREED OF CHARGE ____ Oklahoma Couple Spend a Busy Day Here in Fight for Possession of Little Girl - The End Not Yet Though Activities Lead to Other Fields. ____ What may possibly be the last phase of the semi-tragedy of the struggle of Walter and Gertrude Plunkett for the possession of their 4-year-old girl so far as this city is concerned took place this morning. It will be remembered the husband, after obtaining possession of the child in this city yesterday, was arrested on a charge of assault and battery preferred by his wife. The case was, however, dismissed in Judge Willoughby's court late yesterday afteroon. Both parties it seems stayed overnight at the Press House, the father and child occupying one room and the wife another. While Mrs. Plunkett was eating breakfast this morning her husband grasped the opportunity and the child and boarded a car for Ashtabula. It was some time before his wife discovered what had happened, upon which she hurried with a male companion to the Nickel Plate and boarded No. 3 in an effort to again locate them. Further light is thrown on the incident, which has occasioned much excitement and no little sympathy for both parties, when it is known that the husband is of the Roman Catholic faith and wishes to place the child in a sectarian school of that denomination, whereas the mother is a Protestant and strenuously objects to such a proceeding. Complexities again arise, however, when the information is obatained that the couple have no "regular home" and have been living in Oklahoma under an assumed name. LICHFIELD BABY FUNERAL The funeral of little Hubert Lee Litchfield, who died yesterday morning will be held at the Litchfield home, 530 Liberty street, Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the First Christian church, will officiate. Interment will be made in the City cemetery. : OBITUARY : .=================. Mildred Hall was born Jan. 20th, 1902, and died in Monroe at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Matilda Ford with whom she had lived since she was fourteen months old, Dec. 5th, 1912, aged 10 years, 11 months and 11 days. Besides her grandmother, she leaves to mourn her loss a mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Caslor of Buffalo, one sister, Ida, also of Buffalo, and one brother, Claude of Monroe, Ohio, an uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Dalrymple of Girard, Pa., an uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Gray of Conneaut, an uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Ford of Monroe, and uncle Mr. Will Ford of Monroe and a grandfather, Mr. George Hall of Monroe, an uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hall of Clark Corners, an uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Vern Hall of Monroe, an uncle an aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Racy, also of Monroe, and another uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hall of Youngstown, O., besides a host of friends and schoolmates. She was laid to rest beside her father in the beautiful cemetery at Kelloggsville on Dec. 7, 1912. Our hearts are lonely, Mildred, Since you were called away; Could we but once more clasp your hand Or hear your laughter gay. 'Twas sad indeed to part with you - To say that last good bye; To see the color leave your cheek, The light fade from your eye. In vain we harken for your voice, Your form we see no more; But we hope to meet you, Mildred, Over on the golden shore. Where no parting ever cometh; In the Word of God we're told Of the flowers blooming over And the streets of purest gold. The Father calls us, one by one, To that bright sunny land; And tho' oft we fain would tarry here, Some day we'll understand. : OBITUARY : *===================* George N. Barnes, second son of John L. Barnes, was born in Cussewago, Crawford county, Pa., November 17, 1843; lived on the farm until the fall of 1860; attended Albion academy, at Albion, Pa., in 1860-61; enlisted August 6, 1862, to serve in the War of the Rebellion and was enrolled in Company B, 137th Regiment of Pennsylvania Infantry Volunteers; was with the Army of the Potomac through the Maryland and Virginia campaigns under Generals McClellan, Burnside and Hooker, was in the battles of South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville; was discharged June 1, 1863, by reason of expiration of term of enlistment; returned home and taught school in 1864. He was married to Lucy A. Kidder November 21, 1865; moved to Cranesville, Erie county; Pa., where he worked several years at his trade in a carriage factory, taught school two terms, was justice of the peace one term, and was engaged in mercantile business five years. He attended Hillsdale College in 1869; moved to Wood county, O., in 1878, and moved to Sherwood, Defiance county, O., March 19, 1879, where he engaged in the work of the ministry; joined the North Ohio Conference, U. B. church in 1881; moved to Lake Fork, Ashland county, O., in 1883; took a transfer to Western Reserve (now East Ohio) Conference and has served the church in this conference as follows: at Lake Fork one year, at Nova two years, at Chippewa Lake three years, at Smithville one year, at Sheffield four years, at Conneaut and State Line ten years at Warren one year, at State Line again one year and at Overton one year. The foregoing was written by Rev. Barnes in the Genealogy of the Barnes Family, which he compiled - a history tracing the first coming of the three Barnes brothers to Massachusetts, down to the present time. He always said this history was to be his monument, and he spent a great deal of time searching the records in Boston and New Haven. After they were as complete as possible, he set up the type with the aid of his grand-daughter, and it was published by Rieg & Smith in 1903. He was very thorough in this as in everything he undertook, and he was in his study at work sorting, pressing and sewing loose pages, preparatory to having another edition bound, when the hand of Death stopped him in the work. He passed away at noon on Tuesday, December 29, about ten minutes after his wife heard him fall. He had been expecting the call for some time, since several of his family have been afflicted with the same disease, although he had felt better the past fall and attended church and G. A. R. meetings regularly. He was re-elected chaplin of the Post and had expected to be installed January 8. Thursday, Rev. Pocock, assisted by the G. A. R., conducted short services in the U. B. church in North Conneaut, which he built - much of it with his own hands - and in which he always had such an interest, then he was carried over the Bessemer R. R. to Cranesville where he and his bride built his first home and in the M. E. church filled with many old-time friends, most of them relatives, the last words were said. A sympathetic touch was given by Rev. Stevens who had so many kindly recollections of the deceased, since he was brought up in the same home and had been a close life-long friend. The remains were then laid to rest in the beautiful old cemetery at Lundy's Lane. He is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. H. A. White of Pierpont, six grandchildren, one of whom, Mrs. A. J. Whipple was raised in the home from babyhood, two great grandchildren and one brother in Oregon. He will be missed from his accustomed place in church and in the home but we are comforted in knowing that he has at last come into his own as he so often wished and spoke, into the "beautiful land of unclouded day." FUNERAL OF MRS. W. A. ELLSWORTH The funeral of Mrs. Ellsworth, wife of Dr. W. A. Ellsworth, was held Saturday morning, at 10 o'clock. The services were conduced by the Rev. Cleveland, assisted by Rev. Sunngston, of the M. E. church. The Rev. Cleveland gave a beautiful tribute to the character of Mrs. Ellsworth. Flowers were given in great abundance by neighbors. The pall bearers were Frank Gelis, C. M. Young, Gideon First, H. H. Ralston, Jno. Fletcher. The remains were taken to Lenox, Ohio, for burial. MRS. DR. W. A. ELLSWORTH The funeral of Mrs. Dr. W. A. Ellsworth was held at Conneaut Lake Saturday morning at 10 a. m. and the burial at Lenox on Sunday at 2 p. m. Mrs. Ellsworth died on Thursday, Dec. 10th from heart failure. She was a former resident of Lenox. For the past six years she had resided at Conneaut Lake. She is survived by her husband and one adopted daughter, Mrs. Cora Fouts, of Akron. MOTHER FINDS HER BABE DEAD ____ Infant Son of Mr. and Mrs. Jay Hicks Passed Away Saturday Morning with Heart Failure - Died While Asleep. ____ When Mrs. Jay Hicks went to the bed where an hour before she had left her four months old son George cooing and laughing, Saturday morning, she was inexpressibly shocked to find his little form cold in death. Early in the morning Mrs. Hicks had taken the baby up and fed him, and at that time he had seemed perfectly well. In an hour she went to get him to dress him for the day, and found that he had died. A physician was hastily summoned, who said that death had been caused by heart failure, about an hour before. The baby was the youngest of three sons. Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hicks, Lake View avenue, Sunday afternoon, Rev. W. N. Barton of the North Conneaut U. B. church officiating. Neighbors and friends showed their deep sympathy for the bereaved parents by sending a profusion of beautiful flowers. Interment was made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. MRS. BLISS' FUNERAL LARGELY ATTENDED ____ Many Friends Assembled This Afternoon At the Family Home On The Furnace Road. ____ Sorrowing friends and relatives of Mrs. A. E. Bliss, who passed away Friday, met at the home on the Furnace road this afternoon to pay their last homage to her beautiful life. The service was conducted at 1:30 o'clock by Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church. Several selections were rendered by a quartet composed of Charles Marcy, Rev. KempError! Bookmark not defined., Miss Ednah Hayward and Miss Marian Blanchard Rev. Kemp spoke with feeling of the life which the deceased had always lived, drawing an example for others that was inspiring. C. A. Bliss of Columbus, O., a son of the departed, and Mrs. F. H. Bliss and son, Alton, of Saginaw, were there to attend the funeral, and also Miss Marjorie Andrews, of Pittsburgh, a granddaughter. Mrs. Bliss was laid to rest in the East Conneaut cemetery. GROUNDHOG DAY CONTROVERSY ON ____ Whether The Shadow Portends Six Weeks More Winter or Foretells An Early Spring Is a Mooted Question. ____ Unless the weatherman gets on the job and stirs up the clouds to obscure the heavens, many persons fear that Mr. Groundhog will see his shadow tomorrow and Conneaut and vicinity will have to suffer six weeks more of zero weather. Weather reports today promised that Friday would be fair. Starting tomorrow will come the annual contro-versy as to whether or not the seeing of the shadow means six weeks of winter or an early spring. Those who argue for fine weather forget, so it is said, that winter starts Dec. 21 and ends March 21, and that Candlemas day, Feb. 2., is near the middle of the 13 weeks. By authority of the almanac, there will be about seven weeks more of winter after groundhog day whether the mid-winter visitor sees his shadow or not. Several weather prophets are already predicting that with the chain of Great Lakes almost frozen from shore to shore, the summer will probably be cool. Candlemas day is a church day as well as being set aside in part by the groundhog traditions. On the Roman Catholic calendar the day commemorates the purification and sanctity of the Virgin Mary. Dev-out Catholics will attend special services in all their churches tomorrow and their pastors will bless the candles. The blessing of throats will take place Saturday, wich is the feast of St. Blasius. LEAVE ON WESTERN JOURNEY. Mrs. John Powell and Miss May Messenger left this morning on a four months journey through the west. They were seen off by a number of friends as they departed on Lake Shore train No. 23 at 9:03. The ladies will be joined in Cleveland by Mrs. Nelson Frances, who will enjoy a part of the trip with them. The journey will be by the midway route clear to the coast, stops being made at several cities. Returning they will go up the coast visiting the points of interest and will finally reach home by the northern route. Friends will be visited at several palces en route. FATHER OF PORTER FENTON DIED IN FLORIDA WHERE HE HAD GONE FOR THE BENEFIT OF HIS HEALTH ____ L. B. Fenton, father of Porter L. Fenton, of this city, is dead at Gaspirilla, Florida, where the family has been since early in November. His death occurred January 8. Word came yesterday to C. C. Wildman, father of Mrs. P. L. Fenton, and was not a great surprise to friends here as the aged gentleman had not been in good health for two years past. Mr. Fenton was sixty-five years of age. He was born in Wellsburg, Pa. For twenty-five years he resided and was in business in Jamestown, N. Y. Mr. and Mrs. Fenton had made their home here with their son for several years past. Surviving are the widow and son, one daughter, Miss Jessie E. Fenton, and two grandchildren. The entire family was spending the winter at Gaspirilla. Funeral services were held there. The remains will be brought here and placed in the vault at Conneaut cemetery, the funeral to be held upon the return home of the members of the family, which cannot be made now. MOTT SHERMAN OF ALBION, DEAD ____ One of The Best Known Men of Erie County Died Saturday Morning at Advanced Age. ____ Mott Sherman, of Albion, one of Northwetern Pennsylvania's best known men, died at his home on Saturday morning following a week's illness. The deceased was well known here and had many close friends in Conneaut and vicinity. All will be pained to learn of his death. The late Mrs. E. C. Gross, of this city, who died several years ago, was a daughter of the deceased. E. C. Gross, Jr., of this city , is a grandson. His wife and two daughters survive. Deceased was born in Utica, N. Y., January, 1838. He went to Albion in 1857 and went into the hotel business. He continued in this business until November, 1897. His hostelry, the Central House, became known to every knight of the road making Erie county, and it was always found to be a pleasant stopping place. The congenial spirit of the proprietor made him a friend to all whom he met. Since retiring from active business life, Mr. Sherman devoted much of his time to livestock. He at one time held the reputation of being one of the most extensive breeders of horses in that part of the country. His stallion, Paris, made a reputation for the Sherman stables. Mr. Sherman was always a stauanch Democrat. Funeral services will be held from the late home Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock. INJURIES TO RALPH JACKETT PROVE FATAL Ralph Jackett, the fifteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jackett of North Conneaut, whose legs were crushed by a Lake Shore train Sunday, died at Grace hospital at four o'clock this morning. Amputation of both legs failed to save his life, and although he remained conscious until just before he died, he gradually became weaker througout the day and failed to show much response to the efforts made in his behalf. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the United Brethren church in North Conneaut. Rev. F. C. Kreager, pastor of the Baptist church will have charge of the funeral services. Burial will be made at the Glenwood cemetery. DEATH SUMMONS AN AGED LADY ___ Mrs. Emeline Reeves, mother of Mrs. J. T. Davis, died at the Davis home on the east side at ten o'clock last night. Cancer of the stomach was the cause of her death. She had been confined to her bed since last September. Mrs. Reeves was 75 years of age, and lived in Monroe township all her life, until the death of her husband five years ago. Since that time she has made her home with her children. She is survived by five daughters besides Mrs. Davis. They are: Mrs. Chas. Church, of Monroe; Mrs. Margaret Hoare, of Amboy; Mrs. Florence Doane, of Ripley, N. Y., and Mrs. Susie Loucks, of Beaver Center, Pa. One son also survives, Charles Reeves, of Keepville, Pa. A short prayer service will be held at the Davis home on the east side Monday morning at 11 o'clock. The funeral will be held at the Methodist church in Monroe Center, at 1:30 p. m. Interment will be in the Kelloggsville cemetery. DUDLEY S. FELCH DIED AT BUSHNELL SUNDAY ____ At the home of his son, I. P. Felch, at Bushnell, Dudley S. Felch passed away Sunday morning at 8 o'clock. Death was due to general breaking down, coupled with heart and kidney trouble. He was 81 years of age. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, fast time, from the residence of I. P. Felch. Interment in Kelloggsville. FARMER DIES IN WHEELBARROW ____ Frank Miller, Living East of This City, Was Found Dead in His Barn By His Son -- Heart Failure Caused Death. ____ Sitting in a wheelbarrow in the barn to which he had gone a few hours before, Frank Miller, a farmer residing one mile west of Swanville, was found dead Tuesday afternoon by his little son. He was 54 years of age, and leaves to survive a wife, two daughters and four sons. Coroner Hanley of Erie county was notified and after investigation pronounced death due to heart failure. Mr. Miller had gone to the barn to get some rollers to use in moving a piano in the house and when he did not return in a reasonable time his son was sent to investigate. It was then that he found his father sitting the wheelbarrow, dead. DORCAS JONES, AGED 104 "Grandma" Dorcas Jones, Conneaut's grand old woman, will attain her 104th year on April 21, and the people of Conneaut, her personal friends especially, are preparing to give her a post-card shower. The verable lady still retains a bright mind and a wonderful memory, and she will appreciate the attention of her friends. NEWLY WEDS GIVEN HORNING Mr. and Mrs. Willis A. Fuller, who returned Sunday evening from their honeymoon trip were given a most cordial reception in the form of a "horning" by their many friends in Farnham Wednesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Fuller, who are staying for the present, until their new home is completed, with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Fuller, endured the racket as long as is usually the case and then invited their friends in and a jolly evening was spent with music and dancing and refreshments were served. MISS PRATT WAS MUCH SURPRISED ____ Lady Receives Notice That Thomas A. Edison Has Sent Her a Phonograph with a Number of Records as a Gift. ____ Miss Grace Pratt, of 356 Liberty street, this city, was dumbfounded Saturday when she received from Orange, N. J., a letter from the Thomas A. Edison company announcing that a phongraph with fity records had been shipped to her free of any charge. The letter read as follows: April 25th, 1912 10 Lakeside Ave., Orange, N. J. Miss Grace Pratt, 356 Liberty Street, Conneaut, Ohio. Dear Madam: Within the next day or two we will ship you by freight prepaid one of our small phonographs and fifty records, which Edison sent with his compliments, expressing the hope that you will derive great enjoyment from its use. Yours very truly, Thomas A. Edison, Inc., Per A. M. Hird. Miss Pratt was taken wholly by surprise, as she had no previous intimation of the intention to send her a phonograph; but she has been shut in for years and it is probable that the Edison company learned of it and sent the machine for her enjoyment. ALVIN W. FROCK Alvin W. Frock died at his home four miles south of the city this morning at ten o'clock after an illness of long duration. Tuberculosis was the cause of his death. He was 45 years of age and was well known and much respected. He had lived at Farnham for a number of years and was held in a high esteem by the people of the community. Besides his wife, he is survived by his father, William Frock, two half brothers and a half sister, Irving, Frank and Miss Alta Frock, all of whom live at Farnham. The funeral will be held Wednesday at the late home at 10 o'clock, and will be in charge of the Conneaut lodge of Odd Fellows, of which body Mr. Frock had been a member for a number of years. Burial will be in the Kelloggsville cemetery. CORNER FINDS HANEY DIED FROM A FALL ____ Conneaut Boy, Killed in Cleveland, Dies from Fractured Skull - Funeral Here Tomorrow. ____ Michael Byrne, amateur pugilist, was arraigned in Cleveland yesterday in municipal court on a charge of manslaughter as a result of the death of Elmer Haney, Conneaut boy. He pleaded not guilty and was admitted to bail in the sum of $1,500. His trial will be held January 11th. Byrne claimed that death was not caused by the blow admiinistered by him during the fight at East 12th street and St. Clair avenue Monday night. A post- mortem examination of the body was held, resulting in the disclosure of a fractured skull. This, Coroner Byrne said yesterday, indicated that death came from a fatal injury sustained in a fall. The body of the unfortunate boy will be brought to Conneaut tonight. The funeral will be held at the home of Haney's mother, Mrs. Frank Grace, 600 Darling street, tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock, eastern time. CONNEAUT TOWNSHIP, PA. RESIDENT BURIED TODAY ____ William Duncan, an old resident, died at his home in Conneaut township, Crawford County, Pa., Jan 25, 1915, age 71 years, 9 months and 21 days. He was the oldest of a family of fourteen children. Two brothers and eight sisters remain, besides numerous distant relatives and friends. The funeral was held from the late home this morning at eleven o'clock. Rev. Knapp, pastor of the M. E. church, of Steamburg charge officiated. ___________________________________ Most employers lose patience when a considerable part of their occupation is overlooking the mistakes of employees. Many boys and young men of the present day would rather earn money than earn a trade or profession. Wrong-doers are usually so noisy about it that one gets the idea that there are more of them than there are right-doers. When a man has a low idea of the virtue of women in general he is not as safe a member of society as he should be. PIERPONT The Ladies Aid will meet with Mrs. Will Duncan Thursday, Feb. 25. Dinner will be served. Albert Franklin spent Thursday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Wheeler. Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler recently returned from a visit in Los Angeles, Cal. While at that place they enjoyed summer weather and visited many places of interest. S. H. Partch, who lives on the Linesville road, has a public sale of personal property Feb. 20. Mrs. Louise Rowe Tanner of this place was born in a log house on the Partch road in Conneaut township, Crawford county, Pa., in 1851. Deaths and burials in Pierpont township, Ohio, in 1914: Feb. 5, Charles Morrison, aged 87 years. Feb. 22, Mrs. R. A. Wheeler, 83 years, 11 months and 8 days. Feb. 27, Elmer A. Douglas, 43 years, 4 months and 9 days. March 9, E. P. McArthur, 76 years. April 11, Warren Woodworth, 48 years and 13 days. April 14, Mrs. Harriet Woodward, 74 years, 6 months and 29 days. May 29, Mrs. Emma Shipman, 72 years. June 5, Rev. I. M. Kyle, 68 years. June 6, Mrs. Eva Dart, 53 years, 10 months and 15 days. June 15, Mrs. Abbie Thompson, 68 years. July 11, Mrs. Florence Wright, 68 years, 8 months and 17 days. July 24, Iruus Chictester, 73 years. Sept. 28, Mrs. Helen Williams, 68 years. Sept. 30, Howard Partch, 18 years, 6 months and 5 days. Oct. 6, Edward Shove, 58 years, 10 months and 25 days. Nov. 15, Lon Anderson, 31 years. Nov. 22, Mrs. Madge Stockton, 36 years. PEARL COOPER BURIED AT CONNEAUTVILLE ____ The funeral of the late Pearl Cooper, of Bellevue, formerly of this city, who was drowned in Sandusky Bay, last Sunday, was held today from the Presbyterian church at Conneautville, Pa., the old home. A short service was held at the home in Bellevue and the remains were taken over the Nickel Plate and Bessemer to Conneautville. Burial was in the Conneautville cemetery. MRS. PARMETER, ASHTABULA, RELATED HERE, IS DEAD ____ Nellie Marsh Parmeter died at 4 o'clock Tuesday afternoon in the Ashtabula hospital after a week's illness. Mrs. Parmeter was born in New York state 59 years ago, and has spent most of her life in Ohio. Besides her husband, Jay Parmeter, she left two children - Mrs. Ralph Call of this city and Ralph Parmeter of Ashtabula - two sisters and two brothers, one of whom is E. M. Marsh of this city, and four grandchildren. The funeral will be held Friday morning at 10 o'clock at the home of Ralph Parmeter, No. 8 todd street, Ashtabula. Interment will be made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. ELIZA HUMPHREY DIED AT INFIRMARY ____ Miss Eliza Humphrey, an inmate of the county infirmary, died there at midnight Friday. The lady wa a former resident of Ashtabula and was about 93 years of age. She was known as an eccentric character for many years, big-hearted and whole- souled. A short funeral service was held at Kingsville Saturday afternoon after which the remains were taken to Ashtabula for interment in Chestnut Grove cemetery. MR. AND MRS. ED HAMILTON ARE SADLY BEREAVED ____ Were Residents of This City Until Last July and Their Many Friends Greive With Them. ____ W. S. Hamilton received news this morning of the death of Edward Collins Hamilton, aged 9 months, only child of Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Hamilton of Conneautville, Pa. The child passed away at 6 p. m. Wednesday, after a short illness of brain trouble. Funeral services will be held at the home Friday at 2 p. m. The Hamiltons were residents of Conneaut until last July, and will have the sympathy of their many friends here. INFANT SON DEAD The week old son of Mr. and Mrs. Azro Cheney died yesterday morning at the General hospital. No funeral arrangements have been made. MRS. WELLMAN ____ Aged Lady Contracted Illness of Lungs While On a Visit to Her Son, F. E. Wellman in Cleveland - Ill Only Short Time. ____ One of the oldest and most widely beloved residents of this vicinity has gone to her reward. Mrs. Loren Wellman died at the home of her son, F. E. Wellman in Cleveland, Friday at midnight. Mrs. Wellman went to Cleveland about four weeks ago, for an extended visit with her son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Wellman, and only a few days ago contracted an illness of her lungs that was very serious from the start. Her daughter, Mrs. Lyman Risley, of this city, was summoned to Cleveland yesterday morning. Mrs. Wellman was born August 12, 1836, and for over half a century had resided in this vicinity. She was esteemed and loved by all who knew her, and was regarded as a dear mother would be by all, especially the young people, who ever went to her with their troubles or joys. Her death was a great shock to friends here. Mrs. Wellman is survived by a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Rose Wellman, of Cincinnati, and two sisters, Mrs. Emma Williams, of Geneva, and Mrs. Blair, of Ashtabula, besides by her son, F. E. Wellman, and daughter, Mrs. Risley. Mrs. Wellman will be brought to her home on the Center road, where the funeral will be held Tuesdayafternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. O. J. Moore, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating. Interment is to be made in the Center cemetery. EAST SIDE CHILD DIED OF SCARLET FEVER WEDNESDAY ____ Harold, aged 6, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Cline, died of scarlet fever at the family home on the east side Wednesday afternoon, after an illness of three weeks. The child had been in school only a couple of weeks when he was stricken. The fever affected the child's kidneys, and that was the real cause of death. The funeral was held this morning, interment being made in the east side cemetery. FIRE DISCOVERED SOON ENOUGH TO SAVE BUILDING ____ A bad fire was narrowly averted at Darling's garage on Main street Christmas eve. Ford Darling, propietor of the establishment, and William Hewitt had just locked the place for the night and gone to a picture show. They had forgotten their overcoats and went back after them. They then discovered a fierce smudge of smoke completely filling the garage. Investigation resulted in discovery of fire in the rear of the building. Hewitt ran over to fire headquarters to give the alarm. Before he could get back the auto truck was on the job. The small chemical only was used in extinguishing the fire. The fire resulted from the exhaust pipe from the gas engine becoming overheated. It runs through a wooden sill at the end of the building, fitting flush with the woodwork. The sill had caught fire and was rapidly spreading. If the men had not luckily returned just when they did the fire would have had sufficient start to probably destory the buildings. Christmas day passed off quietly for the fire department, no fires being reported. REMOVE EYE TO SAVE SIGHT OF THE OTHER ____ Mrs. Elmer Latimer, who recently suffered a serious injury to her eyes, is recovering from a successful operation performed at Grace hospital Thursday afternoon by Dr. Leet, assisted by Dr. Warner. The sight of one eye has been saved. The operation Thursday was to remove the other eye, the sight of which was destroyed. TEN YEARS AGO - OCTOBER 20, 1905 A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Maring. ... Nickel Plate Brakeman L. S. Lee was injured at Geneva. ... John Quinlan, a riveter helper at the Nickel Plate was painfully injured. ... Burton E. Rood, of Russel's Corners died. ... Marina Rebekah lodge was instituted at Monroe Center. I. WELDON DIED CHRISTMAS DAY Long Time Resident of the City Passed Away After Long and Severe Illness. ____ Friends in number today paid honor to the memory of a long time resident of this ciety, when the funeral of Isaac Weldon was held. Mr. Weldon died at 2:30 p. m. Christmas day, after an illness extending over a period of many months. His death had been expected for several days. A complication of diseases was the cause. Mr. Weldon was one of a family of nine boys and two girls and was born in Darlington, Ont., Aug. 20, 1833. When he was thirteen years of age he left home and came to the United States and was employed driving a horse on the Erie canal towpath. He came to Conneaut at the age of nineteen and became one of Conneaut's leading citizens. In 1864 he was married to Miss Sarah Harwood, also of Conneaut. Mrs. Weldon died several years ago. Five daughters survive. They are: Mrs. Elizabeth C. Bond of Cleveland, Mrs. R. J. Baxter of this city, Mrs. Elarky Fairbrother of Roanoke, Va., Mrs. Sadie Towne, Argos, Ind., and Miss Mary Weldon, also two brothers, James Weldon of St. Thomas, Ont., and Skelton Weldon of Arkansas. The activities of the deceased during his long residence in Conneaut are many. He developed two large farms southeast of the city and he erected the Harwood building, one of the large business blocks on Main street. He was indirectly interested in other enterprises and was long regarded as a citizen of worth to the community. The funeral was held at one-thirty this afternoon from the A. H. Symonds home, State and Buffalo, streets, where he died, Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church, officiating. Burial in the city cemetery. A LOVING TRIBUTE TO THE MEMORY OF REV. GEO. N. BARNES ___ His earthly tasks he has laid down. His earthly race is run; His God, whom he has nobly served, Will say to him, "Well done." We never knew a man so firm In trying God's will to do; His aims were high, his thoughts were pure, The whole of his life through. The memory of his godly ways Will us inspire through life. His words of counsel and of love Will help us in the strife. Faithfully he's stood on Zions walls, And fervently taught God's word. And greater were the laurels wrought Than ever gained by sword. Greater than all the marble shafts, In memory of his name, Are many church spires we have known That stand as tribute to his fame. 'Twas not the applause of men he sought He did not seek their gold; It was for the souls of men he plead, To lead them to the fold. The life he lived can never die, Although he's reached the goal; His noble life still lives In many gracious soul. Like Paul, the battle's ended; Like Paul, the victory's won; A crown it did await him, His glory has begun. His smile, so very warm and kind, Will never greet us more; His place forever vacant, He'll not meet us as of yore. He's awaiting his companion, Who shared his every care, And when again united They'll dwell forever there. Dear friends, if we would meet again In heaven's holy place, We must accept his Saviour, Receive his proffered grace. Then let us live for Jesus, As our brother tried to do, That we may meet in heaven When this present life is through. (Composed by Lynn D. Huston.) DR. L. E. BRAYMAN DIED YESTERDAY AT HIS HOME ___ Pierpont Physician Had Wide Acquaintance Throughout the County. ___ Belonged to Conneaut Masonic Bodies - Practiced Medicine for Many Years. ___ Dr. L. E. Brayman, one of the best known residents of Ashtabula county died at his home in Pierpont, Sunday, after a brief illness. Death came at 3:15 Sunday morning, primarily due to heart failure. He has been in a rather frail condition for several months, although not at any time seeming to be in a serious condition. A few weeks ago he as operated on in Spencer hospital at Meadville for a gathering of water around the heart. After this he seemed to be much improved. Friday he fell into a sleep which terminated with his death. Dr. Brayman has practiced medicine in Pierpont for over twenty-five years and has made an army of friends during that time, he probably having as many acquaintances as any man in Ashtabula county. Dr. Brayman was seventy-one years of age. He was a 32nd degree Mason, and a long time participant in the affairs of that order, belonging to Conneaut lodges. He is survived by his wife, one son, John Brayman of Ashtabula, and a sister, Mrs. Della Benjamin of Pierpont. The funeral will be held at one o'clock Tuesday afternoon from the family home in Pierpont. Masonic bodies will conduct the funeral. A TWO-POUND LEMON. Mr. A. H. Dean, who returned last night from Florida, brought several lemons to show his friends. One lemon which he gave to the News-Hearald, weighs more than two pounds and is good for a gallon of lemonade. JOHN DURKEE DIED VERY UNEXPECTEDLY; FUNERAL FRIDAY ___ The funeral of John Durkee, one of the oldest residents of this section, will be held Friday afternoon at two o'clock from the home of F. W. Prince, 815 State street, Rev. F. C. Kreager, pastor of the Baptist church will officiate and burial will be made in the Farnham cemetery, The deceased was seventy-seven years of age and had lived in this vicinity all his life, having been born in Monroe. His death occurred Tuesday night at the home of Mrs. Topar, on whose farm he was employed. The cause of his demise was heart failure and the end was totally unexpected. He leaves two sons, Guy and Lynn, of Michigan, who are here now and two daughters, Mrs. Tarren and Mrs. Les Deineir, also of Michigan. MRS. IVA J. LANE ___ Death of An Estimable Woman Who Was Prominently Identified With Local Organizations. ___ One of Conneaut's most universally beloved women, and one of its noblest mothers, Mrs. Iva J. Lane, passed away Saturday night at 9 o'clock at the Grace hospital. Mrs. Lane was taken to the hospital last Tuesday evening and underwent an operation Wednesday morning, from which it was thought she would rally. She was first taken ill three weeks ago. Mrs. Lane was born in Pierpont fifty-three years ago the eighth of last December. Her maiden name was Turner, and with her family she moved to Conneaut to live when a little girl. Thirty-three years ago she was united in marriage to Jerry B. Lane, whose untimely death in a railroad accident at Angola, N. Y., eighteen years ago on the thirteenth of October will be well remembered. Mrs. Lane was loved and respected by all who knew her, as being a trusty loyal friend, always ready to lend a hand to those in distress, and as a mother who devoted her life to her children. She was a member of the Protected Home Circle, the Woman's Relief Corps, the Rebekahs, the National Protective Legion and her ever ready and willing services in all these orders will cause a deep sense of loss to be felt in each. She was a loyal and devoted member of the Christian church, and was an active worker in nearly all its women's societies. At the time of her death she was president of the Calendar society. Six children mourn Mrs. Lane's death - Mrs. R. C. Roberts, south of the city, Frank C. Lane of Cleveland, who is here to attend the funeral, Clyde H., Earl S., Lee C., and Ralph B., all of this city. One sister, Mrs. L. Griswold of Warren, O., survives. The funeral will be held at the Christian church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the church officiating. The orders of which Mrs. Lane was a member will attend in bodies. Interment will be made in the City cemetery. FUNERAL OF MRS. IVA J. LANE HELD AT CHRISTIAN CHURCH ___ Church Was Filled With Relatives and Friends - Rev. Kemp's Subject Was "She Hath Done What She Could." ___ Funeral services to honor the memory of Mrs. Iva J. Lane, who passed away Saturday night, were held at the Christian church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The edifice was crowded to the doors with the noble woman's relatives and friends and members of the Custer Corps, W. R. C., the Protected Home Circle, the Rebekahs and all of the other orders of which Mrs. Lane was a member. Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the church, who conducted the services chose for his subject, the eighth verse of the fourteenth chapter of Mark, "She hath wrought a good work of Me - She hath done what she could." Rev. Kemp with strong, forceful language and beautiful word pictures drew a comparison between the departed woman and Mary, the sister of Lazarus. He told how she had done what she could in her home, in society, and lastily, in the church. Rev. Kemp developed the climax of the the thought, when telling of the faithful Christian labors as a member of his flock. Several beautiful selections were rendered by the church choir, and a conclusion of the service conducted by the pastor, Custer Corps W. R. C., held their beautiful and impressive service. The flowers were most beautiful and were a touching tribute to a life that all honored. Interment was made in the City cemetery. From away those present at the funeral were Mrs. Frank Lane, Albert Lane, Mr. and Mrs. L. Griswold and daughter Florence of Warren, O; Sister Minnie, of Elyria; Mrs. Frank C. Lane, of Cleveland, and Mrs. M. Althof, of Erie. All returned to their homes today with the exception of Mrs. Griswold. GEORGE AUSTIN LILLIE DIED IN MONROE SUNDAY ___ George Austin Lillie, known familiarly by many people in Conneaut and Monroe as "Uncle Aut," died Sunday morning at 5:30 at the home of Theron Johnson in Monroe, where he had made his home for several years. He was 84 years of age, and his death was due to the infirmities of age. The funeral will be held at the home of Mr. Johnson at 11:30 Tuesday and at the church at Monroe Center at 12:30 Standard time. HAVE BLIZZARD SOUTH OF HERE ___ A Raging Snow Storm Accompanied By a Cyclonic Wind - Several Inches of Snow Fell - Storm Was Local. ___ A severe blizzard raged within a few miles of Conneaut today while this city was without evidence of any untoward weather conditions save a slight snowfall of the early morning. The higher places east and south of the city were enwrapped almost throughout the morning in a raging snowstorm and the accompanying breezes were of cyclonic proportions. During a comparatively short time several inches of snow fell at Brown's Corners and other neighborhood communities like Cherry Hill and Clark Corners were not without evidence of the blizzard. The afternoon saw a continuation of the storm, although of not such extent, according to word from there, and indications of a regular winter spell of a few days were commented upon, by residents of the section affected by the blow and snow. The city was quite free from any such conditions and so far as known the storm was not at all general, other settlements not reporting similar conditions. CURIOUS DIVORCE PETITION ___ Man Relates in Poetry Why He Seeks Separation From Woman He Married. ___ Chardon, O., Mar 27. - The following curious petiion for divorce is now on file in the office of the clerk of courts in Geauga county: Now comes the plaintiff, Ezra Moore, Who says that back in seventy-four, He being tired of single life, Then took Saphronia for his wife, That she, instead of being good, Caressed his form with chunks of wood, And kept his house, from sill to spire, Almost as hot as hades' fire. And so he to Judge Tuttle's gone, To cut the tie that made them one. At next September term of court Saphronia will please report, And in default of doing so, Judge Tuttle here will not be slow To cut the link that binds the chain, And make this prisoner free again. FUNERAL OF THE LATE GEO. STINES ___ Largley Attended and Impressive Masonic and Religious Services at the Congregational Church Monday Afternoon. __ Largely attended and impressive services marked the mortuary honors paid to the memory of the late George W. Stines at the Congregational church Monday afternoon. The religious service was conducted by Rev. J. H. Rankin, who drew an impressive lesson from the life of the departed and paid a fitting tribute to his personal character.. Cache Commandery had charge of the Masonic services, which were conducted with great solemnity and effect. A quartette composed of F. B. Dunn, L. C. Matson, Mrs. Katherine Barber and Miss Marion Blanchard, sang appropriate selections. The floral tributes from friends were many and beautiful. At the conclusion of the services at the church, the remains were conveyed to the city cemetery and there laid to rest. AGED LADY DEAD ___ Mrs. Martha J. Silverthorn Passed Away Friday Evening - Funeral Was Held Today. ___ Mrs. Martha J. Silverthorn, aged 79 years, died at the home of her niece, Mrs. N. W. Randall, on Daniels' Avenue, Friday evening, April 16th at 8:45. Death was caused from pneumonia, after an illness of only six days. An older brother, Ogilvie Cole, of Albion, survives and a number of nephews and nieces. The funeral was held from the home where she died at 10 o'clock this morning. Burial was in East Springfield. FEARING LOSS OF PENSION, VET SUICIDES ___ Lucius Adams of Kelloggsville, Hung Himself in Barn ___ Neighbors Find Body ___ Prominent Man Haunted by Fear of Loss of Income in His Old Age Ends His Life. ___ Lucius Adams, a well known farmer, residing about two miles north of Kelloggsville, commited suicide by hanging at his home sometime Sunday morning. He left the house early in the forenoon, saying he was going away for the day. He made arrangements with Henry Whetmore, a neighbor, to do his chores while he was gone. Accordingly, Wetmore went over to Adam's barn about noon to do the chores. He found the barn door locked on the inside. He managed to partially open the door and the gruesome sight that met his gaze as he looked in, was the body of Adams hanging from a rope suspended from a beam. Wetmore immediately notified the family and neighbors. Coroner Crockett visited the scene of the tragedy and gave the verdict of suicide by hanging. Adams had been dead about five or six hours when discovered. Adams is known to have been worrying for some time over his pension. He is an old soldier. For some reason he had become obsessed with the idea that the pension was to be stopped. Friends knew there were no grounds for such fears and tried to convince him of that fact, but without much apparent success. Mr. Adams was about sixty-eight years old and is survived by his wife and one daughter about twelve years old. The funeral will be held at the family home tomorrow at one o'clock. BULLARD WAS FORMER RESIDENT OF THIS CITY ___ Man Killed By Angry Bull - Formerly Taught School Here. ___ Cache Commandery Of Which He Was a Member Attended Funeral - Was War Veteran. ___ The funeral of W. H. Bullard, of Richmond, who was trampled to death by a bull on his farm on Thursday, was held from the late home on Saturday and was attended by members of Cache Commandery, Knights Templar of this city, of which he was a member. Years ago Mr. Bullard was a resident of this vicinity. He at one time taught school in the Shipboy district southwest of town, and several men now prominent in the community were among his students. Two brothers, Earl and Edward, are well remembered. The former went west several years ago and prospected and mined for gold in Nevada where he died several years ago. W. H. Bullard was a veteran of the Civil war having served in the Sixth Ohio cavalry, enlisting at Warren and having an eventful and envious war career. He served throughout the war. He was a jovial, well liked and much respected man and his untimely death at the advanced age of eight-six years was a matter of regret to a wide circle of friends and a shock to the community. FUNERAL OF DOROTHY NEIL TO BE HELD SATURDAY 1 P. M. ___ The funeral of little Dorothy Clare Neil, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence B. Niel, of West Main street, will be held from the house Saturday at 1 p. m., Rev. A. E. Kemp officiating. Interment will be made at Kingsville. HAVE A NEW SON Monday, December 4th, a son weighing four and a half pounds, was born to Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Boyd, Madison street, and mother and tiny son are both doing nicely. FUNERAL OF G. N. POLAND WILL BE HELD FROM KELLOGGSVILLE CHURCH ___ The funeral of G. N. Poland, half brother of James Roberts, of this city, will be held at the Kelloggsville Methodist church, Saturday afternoon at two o'clock, Eastern time. Mr. Poland died recently in Florida, where he had gone to spend the winter, the body arriving in Conneaut early this morning. Kelloggsville was for many years the home of Mr. Poland and interment will be made in the cemetery there. MRS. LOIS HOUSEL DIED AT HOME OF SON IN GARRETTSVILLE Instead of Mrs. Pearl Housel, the notice of the death in last evening's issue should have read, Mrs. Lois Housel. Mrs. Housel died at the home of her son Pearl in Garrettsville and leaves two other sons, Clyde of this city and Fred of New Mexico. FIFTY-FIRST WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF MR. AND MRS. L. M. HORTON CELEBRATED That the South Ridge people enjoy a good time and believe in "honor to whom honor is due" was evidenced by the jolly crowd that gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Wright Thursday in the regular meeting of the Ladies' Aid and in celebration of the fifty-first wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Horton. At one o'clock Mr. and Mrs. Horton led the way to the dining room where a bountiful picnic dinner was served. After full justice had been done to the "good things" the meeting was called to order and all joined in singing "Count Your Blessings." Rev. Montgomery read a Scripture lesson and this was followed by prayer by Rev. A. E. Kemp. Mrs. Wright, the newly elected president, made a few appropriate remarks which were followed by the disposal of some matters of business. The watchword of the society for the year being "Helpfulness" Mrs. Thayer sang the verses of "Help Somebody Today," all joining in the chorus. Mrs. Ray Greenwood gave a reading, and Revs. KempError! Bookmark not defined. and Montgomery kept the company in good spirits by their jovial remarks. Mr. and Mrs. Horton were presented with a beautiful plant by the society. After singing "God Be With You Till We Meet Again" a social hour was enjoyed before disbanding. The next meeting will be held in two weeks with Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Wheeler. LIVED HERE FOR FIFTY YEARS; HE DIED IN FLORIDA ___ G. N. Poland, aged civil war veteran, and half brother to James Roberts of North Conneaut, died at St. Cloud, Florida, last Sunday. Death is attributed to old age. Mr.Poland has been making his home with the Roberts family for many years, going south in the winter to an old soldiers settlement in St. Cloud. He arrived there four weeks ago. He was born in Vermont sixty-seven years ago, having come to Conneaut over half a century ago, where he has made his home ever since. Among the nearby relatives that survive him are a nephew, Geo. Ferguson of Monroe; and a niece, Mrs. David Call of Hiler street. He also leaves two half brothers besides James Roberts of Conneaut - Perrin Roberts of North Carolina and Royal Roberts of Wisconsin. Custer Post, G. A. R., probably will have charge of the funeral. It is not known when the remains will arrive in Conneaut. FUNERAL SERVICES HELD OVER MRS. HANNAH HILL ___ The funeral service for Mrs. Hannah Hill of Monroe township, whose death was mentioned in the News-Herald Tuesday, was held Thursday in Kelloggsville, Rev. Miss Shipman, of Girard officiating. Mrs. Hill was born in Fairview, Pa., the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan B. Laird, 85 years ago, Jan 26th. Her son Jasper, and three of her daughters were present at the funeral service: Mrs. Lanum, of Painesville, Mrs. Scribner and Mrs. Sevey, of Monroe. Mrs. Wittwer, Mrs. Bacon; and Mrs. Pitts being in the distant west were unable to be present. Two daughters, Mrs. Lafferty and Miss Carrie, preceded the mother to the Great Beyond. Mrs. Hill leaves 35 grandchildren and 48 great-grandchildren with a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn the loss of one who was a living example of patience, faithfulness of duty, self sacrifice and devoted wife and mother. MISS BLOOD DEAD ___ Popular Young Woman, Visiting Nurse, Dies of Scarlet Fever, Contracted in Line of Duty. ___ Miss Bernice Blood, aged nineteen years and four months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Blood, residing on the Blood road, south of the city, died of scarlet fever last evening at eight-thirty at the family home. Miss Blood had been sick only since Saturday morning. She was removed to her home late Saturday afternoon, and was unconscious most of the time after being taken there, death coming to relieve her suffering as above stated. The deceased was employed as visiting nurse for the Metropolitan Insurance company, making her headquarters here in the city, and the disease was contracted in the discharge of her duties. She is survived by her father and mother. Miss Blood was a graduate nurse, having completed her course only the latter part of last October, and her sad and untimely death is mourned by a host of friends, to whom the sad news was quite a shock, coming so suddenly and unexpectedly as it did. She was a very popular and talented young lady whose friends were limited only by her acquaintances. Funeral services were held at the late home this afternoon, Rev. A. E. Kemp, of the Christian church, officiating. Interment was made on the family lot in Glenwood. FUNERAL OF MRS. LOUCKS, BEAVER CENTER HELD SUNDAY __ The funeral of Mrs. George Loucks, who died very suddenly at her home in Beaver Center Friday, was held from the home Sunday afternoon. Rev. R. E. Benjamin of Pierpont had charge of the service in memory of the deceased, and he delivered a strong and inspiring sermon. The service was very largely attended, the home being filled with the concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends. The flowers were exquisite, and were offered in profusion. Interment was made in the Beaver Center cemetery. J. W. Russell of Mill street, a brother of Mrs. Loucks, and his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Webster, who were in attendance at the funeral, were accompanied home by Mrs. George Whigam and daughter of Irene of Cleveland who were guests until Sunday in the Russell home. MRS. MILLIE BONNELL PASSED AWAY TODAY ___ Well Known Lady Suffered Three Strokes of Paralysis Within a Short Time - Funeral Saturday ___ Mrs. Millie Bonnell, wife of Ora A. Bonnell, answered the summons of death this morning at 1 o'clock at Cole's hospital, where she was taken a week ago for treatment for paralysis. Seven weeks ago Mrs. Bonnell suffered the first stroke, and she grew rapidly worse until she was taken to the hospital. After a couple of days' treatment she was considerably improved, and it was thought that she would recover. Yesterday morning, very suddenly, she suffered a second stroke, last night came the third, and at 1 o'clock the final shock came in which she passed away. Mrs. Bonnell was born in Meadville, Pa., fifty years ago. She was a daughter of Jerusha and Lyman Hunt. Thirty years ago she came to Conneaut to live, and in 1890 she was united in marriage to Mr. Bonnell at Pierpont. Mrs. Bonnell is survived by her husband, one daughter, Miss Mildred Bonnell, two sisters, Mrs. Addie Tuttle, of Liberty street, and Mrs. P. C. Hilbert of Grand Rapids, Mich., and a great many friends who will be deeply grieved over her death. The funeral will be held at the East Conneaut church Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Olin Clark Jones officiating. Interment will be made in the East Conneaut cemetery. MRS. SARAH PHELPS, AGED 89 PASSED ON THIS MORNING. ___ Was President of the Ladies Aid Society During the Civil War and A Strong Character ___ An eager spirit was raised to the higher life when Mrs. Sarah Phelps of East Conneaut passed on at an early hour this morning. Four score and nine years had she spent on life's pilgrimage. She longed to be freed of mortality, and she welcomed the final summons to immortality. Sarah, daughter of William and Olive Batchelor, the last survivor of a family of eight children, was born in Canton, St. Lawrence county, New York, May 5, 1824. She came to Conneaut with her parents when she was a child. In September, 1843, at Painesville, she was united in marriage with George W. Phelps who preceded her to the other sphere eighteen years ago. Of the six children that were the fruit of this union only one, Mrs. Mary Jones, of East Conneaut, survives. One son, aged 19, sacrificed his life for his country during the Civil War. She also leaves five grandchildren, Miss Iva Phelps, Carl Phelps, Willis B. and George K, Puffer, and Mrs. Harry Jones, all of this city, whom she regarded with as much affection as if they were her own children. Mrs. Phelps lived for forty-seven years in the home in which her mortal remains lie awaiting burial. In this house while she lived resided four generations of the family, Mrs. Phelps, her daughter, her grandson and her great grandson. Mrs. Phelps was known far and wide. There was hardly a home for miles around that she had not entered into to minister to the sick and proffer other kind offices. She was a capable, efficient woman, with an exceptionally bright mind, a firm will, a warm heart and high principles. In her earlier years she was always a leader in works for the benefit of humanity. As president of the Ladies''Aid society during the Civil war she was tireless in collecting and forwarding supplies to the soldiers in the field and in hospitals, and during her whole subsequent life her interest in the soldiers never flagged. She was a charter member of Custer Corps, W. R. C., and one of its most active members until very recently. Her patriotism never lost its zest. Every Fourth of July and Decoration day, and on other occasions, one flag she flung to the breeze in 1861 was hung out, and she herself never failed to be present at any patriotic public exercise or celebration. This custom remained unbroken up to the past year. Mrs. Phelps had been an ardent Spiritualist for fifty-six years, and her faith was unwavering to the last. A little while before she passed on she expressed a strong desire to go, saying that she had more treasures over there than on earth and she knew that the transition would bring her joy unspeakable. Services in memory of the departed spirit will be held at the house, in East Conneaut, Friday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. Mrs. Margaret Greenamyer of Lily Dale, N. Y., will speak the message. Burial will be made in the East Conneaut cemetery beside the remains of Mrs. Phelps' husband and two children. LITTLE POLLY LEET STRUCK BY CAR ___ Mayor's Daughter Jumped In Front of Machine and Was Badly Injured. ___ Little One Was Out to Hear Patriotic Music and Enthusiasm Made Her Forget to Look About - Condition This Afternoon is Improved. ___ Polly Leet, little five-year-old daughter of Mayor and Mrs. Leet, was seriously injured this morning when struck by an automobile and knocked unconscious to the pavement on Main street. The little child is this afternoon in a semi-conscious condition at her parents' home on Liberty street. The exact result of her injury not yet having been ascertained. The appeal of the patriotic music of the G. A. R. drum corps called the little one, with playmates, to Main street about ten o'clock this morning. The street at that time was lined with automobiles drawn up to both curbs. The little child, standing on the south side of the street, was one of several little ones wanting to get nearer the musicians. Dashing suddenly in front of a standing car, she did not see one approaching at a moderate rate from the west. Directly in its path she stopped and attempted to turn back. The hesitation was unfortunate, for the headlight struck the little girl, knocking her down, where she lay as the car moved ahead its length, the driver bringing it to an almost immediate stop. Picked up, the child was taken to the Sig Hahn drug store and was being examined by physicians hastily summoned when her father and mother arrived. While unconscious when picked up, the child rallied and was crying audibly when her parents came. A brief examination made by Dr. Leet and the other surgeions revealed nothing definite and the distraught father took the little one home. There she again lapsed into unconsciousness, but has since rallied and recognizes those around her. An injury to her head is the cause of some fears, but a few hours may reveal that this is nothing serious. Her other injuries were mnor, although several bad contusions were painful to the little one. The car which struck the child was that of Dr. Mabelle Watson of Ashtabula. It was driven by Carroll Wright of this city and Dr. Watson was one of the two passengers with the driver. No blame is attached to them whatever. The car was running very slow and Polly herself was the only one at fault. Her action was merely that of child forget-fulness. And her dash across the street was that sudden that those near by could not detain her. The glass in the headlight was shattered when the child was struck and the car passed over the prostrate body but the wheels did not go over the little girl. She is a sweet, dear little child, and all who know hope for her immediate recovery and extend heartfelt sympathy ot her parents. ROY EVANS ARE MARRIED ___ Popular Young Couple Went to Jefferson Saturday and Were Married At Probate Judge's Office. ___ A marriage ceremony of great interest to Conneaut people was quietly solemnized in Jefferson Saturday morning, when Miss Mary Ethel Greenwood and Roy S. Evans, both of whom live on the south side, were united in marriage by Rev. Slutz, pastor of the Jefferson Methodist church. The ceremony was performed in the office of Probate Judge Babcock, at about 9 o'clock in the morning. After the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Evans went to Cleveland, where they stayed until Sunday evening. For the present they will make their home with the bride's parents, going to housekeeping later. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Greenwood of Daniel's avenue, and is a great favorite with all who know her. She was graduated from Conneaut high school with the class of 1909, and during part of the time since then she has been employed at the Woolworth company's store. She resigned a few weeks ago. The groom like his bride, enjoys the friendship of all who know him. He recently purchased the grocery store on the corner of the Center road and Daniels' avenue, and is prospering in a highly gratifying manner. Mr. Evans isa son of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Evans of the Center road. OBITUARY Adaline Elizabeth Thornton was born in Monroe May 5, 1846. She was united in marriage to Benjamin Messenger November 22, 1866. They have lived on the Messenger homestead ever since. There were born to this union three children, two sons and one daughter. Eight years ago she was afflicted by a paralytic stroke and her health has been failing ever since. About three weeks ago she was taken worse and on the morning of the 12th of February Jesus came and claimed his own. She leaves a husband, two sons, one daughter, two brothers and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn. Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 24, at the house. The many flowers imbedded in her casket, which was draped in red, white and blue, her last tribute of respect to the Grand Army of the Republic. She was a faithful member of W. R. C. Rev. R. E. Benjamin officiated at the funeral. The remains were consigned to their last resting place in Kelloggsville cemetery. Sleep, dear mother, In the rose bed made for you, We'll meet you at the golden gate. Until then, we say adieu. Why do the angels call for those So loving and so dear? And why does death take them away And make our home so drear? Why, when our future bids so fair, And life seems all abloom, The thread of life is broken in two And we laid in the tomb? 'Tis said, death loves a shining mark, And hastens with a rush, Calls the noble, loving, dear ones, And bids our hearts, to hush. God does not want the good to live In this world forever, So he calls them when they're dearest, Husband, wife, or mother. He knows the sorrow of our hearts, But what would heaven do If no one but the bad were called And not the good and true? There would not be a single soul In heaven's vast domain, We'd take one look, then fly away And ne'er go back again. Then when our loved ones God doth call. Ne'er murmur nor complain, Prepare for death in God's own way, In heaven meet again. The text of the funeral sermon was of her own selection, Psalms 23:4. MRS. KATHERIN L. NELSON PASSED AWAY SUNDAY ___ The Deceased Was the Mother of Mrs. Robert Blakeslee and of Harry H. Seeley of This City. ___ After four months of almost unbearable suffering, Mrs. Katherine L. Nelson passed away Sunday morning at 4:30 o'clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Robert Blakeslee. Mrs. Nelson had been ailing for more than a year, with a cancer, and had been confined to her bed for the past four months. Katherine L. Dunn was Mrs. Nelson's maiden name, and she was born near Meadville, January 12th, 1845. Conneautville was her home for many years, and she was married there in 1860 to George Seeley. To them three children were born, Elmer Seeley of Conneautville; Harry H. Seeley, of this city; and Hattie deceased. In 1878, she was united in marriage to Mr. Nelson, who passed away five years ago. Mrs. Blakeslee was their only child. In 1893, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson moved to Erie. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson came to Conneaut in 1898 and for seven years lived with the latter's son, H. H. Seeley. In 1905 they wnt to live with Mrs. Blakeslee and in 1908 Mr. Nelson died. Mrs. Nelson is survived also by two brothers, Walter Dunn, of Riton, Wis., and L. D. Dunn of Meadville, and one sister, Mrs. Harriet Bishop, of Fowler, Col., who had been with Mrs. Nelson since she was first confined to her bed. Mrs. Nelson was a woman of true Christian character, and was held in highest esteem by all who knew her.. A prayer service will be held at thehome of Mr. and Mrs. Blakeslee this evening at 8 o'clock, with Rev. A. E. Kemp of the Christian church in charge. The remains will be buried in Conneautville Tues-day, and a service will be held at the Presbyterian church there at 2:30 o'clock. CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank the Bricklayers' and Masons' union No. 44 for the flowers and kindness, also the car repairers of the Nickel Plate shop for the flowers for my father. Percy Vandervort LESTER SHELDON DIES. Lester Sheldon, aged eight years, only son of Mrs. Roy Sheldon, of Ashtabula, died of diphtheria this morning. The lad was first ill of measles, then of tonsilitis and finally succumbed to diphtheria. The boy's father was killed in an auto accident about two years ago. The boy's funeral will be held tomorrow and will be private. VISITING RELATIVES HERE. Mrs. Warren Risley is entertaining her sister, Mrs. C. G. Shreve and her little daughter, Ruth Louise of Martins Ferry, O., for an indefinite time. Mrs. Shereve came primarily to see her mother, Mrs. E. L. Phillips, who has been ill during the winter at the Risley home. From there she will go to Cleveland to visit another sister. PAVERS RESUME ON MILL STREET ___ Work is Being Rushed Today after a Layoff Caused by Heavy Snowfall - New Roller Arrives and is Unloaded. ___ Pavers this morning resumed operations on the Mill street job. Contractor Hewit's men were compelled to take a two-days' layoff when Mother Goose shook her featherbed on Tuesday morning. The snow going away last night enabled the full force to get on the job this morning and Foreman "Jimmie" Breen was as tickled as a kid with new coppertoed boots. The big power concrete mixer is on the stretch of roadbed between Main and Liberty streets and will, in all probability, complete that much of the work today. The concrete base on the hill and from Liberty to Main street will be completed by that time. The curbing gang is working on the section between Main and State streets and will rush that particular work to a hasty completion. The two squares between Main and State were plowed up this morning and the work of excavating and rolling will be begun shortly. A new steam roller has been purchased by Contractor Hewit and has been received here and unloaded. It will be put on the job tomorrow. The new machine was badly needed as the other one owned by the contractor was used a part of the time on other jobs throughout the county in which he is interested. Sevice Director Pelton and City Engineer Dickey are spending much time on the paving job and are interested in every part of the work. Details are given much attention. Indications are that the paving will be completed long before the advent of inclement weather. BARN BURNED NEAR PIERPONT ___ C. C. Lynch, a farmer who lives about a mile north of Pierpont Center, sustained a heavy loss by fire last night when his large barn and all its contents were destroyed. Besides the building, the loss included two horses, two cows, all the buggies, wagons, farm machinery and implements, all the season's hay and straw and the greater part of the grain. The only thing in the barn that was saved was one horse. The fire originated in a peculiar way. Mr. Lynch had returned at about 9 o'clock and was doing the chores. He set a lighted lantern on the floor of the barn and climbed into a mow to throw down hay and straw. He had thrown down quite a quantity when the lantern was overturned and set fire to the pile. The straw and hay blazed up, and ignited the mow, and Mr. Lynch was compelled to slide down into the blazing pile in order to escape. Mr. Lynch sustained painful burns about the head and face, but he managed to get one horse out of the barn before the fire gained such headway that the building wa a mass of flames. It is not believed that Mr. Lynch's injuries will prove serious. The loss by fire has not been estimated, but is is said to be far in excess of the $1,200 insurance carried. OLD RESIDENT OF DANIEL'S AVE. DIED YESTERDAY ___ The death occurred about six o'clock last night of an old and respected resident of Daniels' avenue, in the person of Wesley Allen. Mr. Allen had been sick for some little time. His wife and three sons survive him, one son living at Erie, another at Monroe, and the third in Oklahoma. A sister also resides in Michigan and the funeral arrangements are being withheld until she has been communicated with. PIERPONT * * * * * * * * * * * * * Miss Grace Taylor was a Sunday guest of Dell Allen and wife. Mr. Dwight Fails was in town Tuesday on business. Leo Marcy has returned home from his pleasure tirp to Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Toronto, Canada. Mrs. Alta Marcy, who was in Conneaut caring for her daughter, Mrs. Park Watterman, returned home Monday. Mrs. Dell Allen returned home from Ashtabula Thursday, where she had been visiting her daughter, Mrs. C. Smith. Dell Allen returned home from Conneaut Tuesday. Porter Cutright of Erie and Miss Ruth Brown formerly of this place now of Erie, surprised their many friends in Pierpont by being quietly married January 30. They certainly have the best wishes of a large circle of friends. Miss Cutright was graduate of the class of 1910, P. H. S. Mr.and Mrs. Robert Shellito was the guest of Mrs. Fayette Tanner. Mrs. Lynn Peck was a guest of Mrs. W. J. Hall Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Walla Hall were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Aldrich. John Kelley was in town Monday and Tuesday on business. Vet Martin was in town on business Monday. The farmers are improving the sleighing in hauling logs to mill, some for lumber and some for ties for the Y. & L. E. R. R. Mrs. A. G. Lowell took quite a tumble the other day striking on her right hip. She thinks no bones are broken, but it is very painful. Wm. Potter lost a good work horse. The animal being kicked one day last week in such a manner that it had to be killed to relieve it of its sufferings. Mr. John McArthur is in Monroe caring for her mother who is very low at this writing. WEDDING OF PIERPONT COUPLE (1913 penciled in at top of article) Maurice Kendall and Miss Augusta Turner, both of Pierpont, were married Wednesday noon in Conneaut by Rev. R. M. Safford, pastor of the West Springfield Baptist church. Mr. and Mrs. Kendall are two of Pierpont's most prominent and highly respected young people. Mrs. Kendall is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Turner. Mr. Kendall is in Mr. Turner's employ. They will make their home in Pierpont after visiting friends in an near Conneaut. EDWARD GREEN'S FUNERAL, MEMORIAL, ON THURSDAY ___ The funeral of the late Edward Green will be held from the Congregational church, Memorial building, Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, standard, Rev. J. H. Rankin officiating. BEAVER CENTER * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mrs. Mat Ely, while turning her cow in the pasture Wednesday evening, caught her foot in the rope, throwing her to the ground and breaking her left limb just above the ankle. Dr. J. O. Brown was called and rendered the necessary assistance. She was taken to the home of her son, Leon, to be cared for. EVERYBODY IS DOING IT ON PIONEER PICNIC DAY ____ Conneaut is Virtually Depopulated Today And Everybody is at Pierpont --Local Merchants Making Big Displays on the Grounds ____ Derby Day! Epsom Downs never had attractions for more people than has Pierpont today. All roads lead in that direction and never was the time when thoroughfares leading to the great English race course saw more activity than did the roads carrying pilgrims to the Pioneer picnic today. Early morning saw the first of thousands of visitors on their way to the picnic grounds and throughout the morning every thoroughfare was crowded. Every conceivable conveyance was seen passing points of vantage along the way and many were the exciting scenes as this carry-all or that attempted to pass another. Jollity reigned and the whole day will be one of merriment. Conneaut, of course, sent its full quota to participate in the festivities. But every other city, town, hamlet and village within a radius of twenty-five miles of Russell's Grove is sending a somewhat similar representation. The picnic will undoubtedly have the largest attendance in its history and it is expected fifteen thousand people will be on the grounds. Conneaut, however, more than any other community, will be prominent at the activities of the day. Conneaut merchants have contributed liberally in many ways to make the day enjoyable. Simonds & Bennett, furniture; H. B. Kurtz, jeweler; and The Mitchell Hardware Company have big exhibits under canvas for inspection of the visitors. Other merchants are on the grounds and many are giving out souvenirs of some kind. The stores in town today were practically deserted, the business men and their employees as far as possible joining with the other hundreds of townspeople to attend the picnic. A Farnham baseball team crossed bats this morning and will again this afternoon with picked teams. Conneaut people will take part in the other sports and every one from here will be in some particular way interested in the occasion. So early as yesterday morning every livery rig in the city was engaged to carry people to the picnic. Auto after auto was enroute to the picnic at an early hour this morning. Every other conveyance was likewise engaged. Neighborhood parties were formed and big carry-alls engaged to carry fifteen or twenty people to the festivities, many rigs being gaily decked and the occasion was made an all day and part of the night pleasure trip. The big feature of the afternoon program is a speech by the Hon. Hiram E. Starkey, Republican candidate for congress from the Nineteenth district of Ohio. A literary program will be given. Aside from the ball game will be moving picture and vaudeville shows, merry-go-rounds, shows and the usual fun makers. The whole occasion will be a gala one. HAVE NEW SON If P. H. Watterman, P. & O. conductor, makes incorrect change in the next few days, or forgets altogether to collect fares, don't wonder, because you would probably act the same way if a seven pound boy, the first, had arrived in your home. "?????? Marcy Watterman" arrived there shortly after 11, 15 th Watterman home, 680 Main street. NINE POUNDS OF SPICER Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Spicer, East Conneaut, are the joyful parents of a nine pound daughter, born January 4th. Jeanette, she is to be called, and she and her mother are doing finely. VETERAN RANKS THINNING Columbus, O., Jan 11. - Death laid a heavy hand on civil war veterans in Ohio during December, 306 dying. This leaves the total number of civil war veterans on the United States pension rolls in the state 44,694. Deaths of pensioners during December, including widows and minor children numbered 711. DEATHS IN PIERPONT DURING YEAR 1912 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Jan. 16 - Mrs. Cornelia Loomis, aged 71 years, three months, 27 days. Jan. 22 - Mrs. Sarah C. Waterman, 58 years, 1 month, 16 days. April 4 - Child of Mr. and Mrs. John Atkins, aged 4 months. April 22 - Mrs. Cornelia Squires, aged 65 years, 7 months, 26 days. May 20 - James Rose, 64 years. July 26 - Mrs. Catherine Lester, 82 years. August 2 - Fred Keifer, 32 years. September 1 - S. L. Wright, 64 years. September 20 - Mrs. Sarah J. Carr, 56 years. October 6 - Margery Lillie, 5 years. October 13 - Nellie C. Taft, 5 years, 4 months, 1 day. October 22 - Mrs. Clara Rose, 31 years. November 20 - Mrs. Hattie Ashley, 55 years. November 21 - Jarvis Aldrich, 74 years. November 29 - Mrs. Inez Jack, 55 years. December 1 - Leonard Mabin, 65 years. December 6 - Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Guy Case, 8 years. December 16 - Luke Cook, 90 years. December 29 - Mrs. Miranda Lillie, 65 years. WHAT THE COUNTY OFFICIALS RECEIVE FOR THEIR SERVICES. There has been considerable discussion as to what salaries are paid the various county officials. Following are the amounts which the men receive for their services: Probate judge, per month. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. $327.50 Auditor, per month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327.50 Treasurer, per month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327.50 Clerk, per month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290.41 Prosecuting attorney, per month. . . . . . . . . . 259.16 Sheriff, per month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247.08 Recorder, per month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222.50 Commissioners, per month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135.70 Each official gets this year for clerk hire: Probate judge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,100.00 Auditor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,695.18 Treasurer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 2,474.91 Clerk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,841.99 Sheriff. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . 2,167.19 Recorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,402.28 ANNOUNCE ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Dean announce the engage-ment of their daughter, Miss Carolyn C. Dean, to Willis A. Fuller, son of Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Fuller of Farnham. The marriage will be one of the most prominent of the early spring happenings, and is dated to occur March 26th, at the Dean home in Monroe. MRS. LOVINA WELLMAN DIED LAST NIGHT AT SON'S HOME ___ Well Known and Highly Estemed Lady Was Visiting in this City When Taken Ill. The community was deelpy saddened this morning when it became known that Mrs. Lovina Wellman, wife of F. E. Wellman, had passed away last night at the home of her son, Edward Wellman, Grant street, where she was visiting. Coming here several weeks ago to spend the Christmas season with her son and his family and to visit old neighbors and friends, the lady was taken ill and for the past two weeks has been under the cons-tant care of physicians. Her recovery was earnestly hoped for by many friends but notwithstanding the constant care and ministration of kindly hands she did not improve as hoped and death came. Until ten years ago Mrs. Wellman was a resident of this city. She was one of seven children of Mr. and Mrs. R. K. Wright, pioneers, whose rural home was for many years atop the hill two miles south of Conneaut. Here it was she was born and spent her childhood and girlhood and married F. E. Wellman, the son of another pioneer family. The Wellman home was for a number of years just south of the city on the Center road. When business connections took Mr. Wellman to Cleveland ten years ago, the family home was made there. However, Mr. and Mrs. Wellman always remained close to Conneaut and kept the many friends they had here, with whom they often visited. To them were born three children. A daughter died in childhood. Edward resides in this city. Ralph is a resident of Akron. These and the husband are left to mourn the loss of a loving wife and mother. A brother and three sisters also survive. They are Eugene Wright, of Iola, Kan.; Mrs. Josephine Ripley, of Lansing, Mich.; Mrs. Armena Randall, of Vassar, Mich.; and Mrs. Electa M. Randall, of Bushnell. Two sisters, Mrs. Harriet Brooks and Mrs. Florence Griswold are dead. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at one-thirty from the home of the son, 463 Grant street, and will be private. Friends may call Friday between the hours of two and five. IN MEMORIAM. Madeline Irish. February 4, 1897 - December 5, 1912 So near the blessed Christmastide And can we keep it now? Her little gifts were laid aside, Such love and skill to show. And, she was longing for the day To give the precious things away. We hung the scarlet Chrismas bell Against the curtained pane. And brilliant flowers, who could tell She'd care for them again. The sweet anticipation lent Soft color to the face intent. So near the blessed Chrismastide, Shall we not keep it now With joy that she is glorified, God's seal upon her brow. To Him her gentle life was given, And she beholds his face in heaven. How many holy th'ots and sweet Enfold this Christmastide; Familiar faces she will greet Upon the other side. She is at home and happy there Beneath the Saviour's watchful care. Most patiently she suffered here Thro' weary months of pain, We would not call her back to bear The ills of life again. Oh, not for her, the tears that fall, It is our loss that touches all. Unconsciously she led us on To simple trust and faith. Nor did she fear to meet alone The messenger of death. There were no doubts to cloud That opened into endless day. So near the holy Christmastide That she will spend above, Among the pleasures that abide In God's unchanging love. Oh, may He grant us strength to pray "Thy will be done," on Christmas day. And even now we hear a voice That carries sweet control, It bids the sorrowing rejoice, And calm the troubled soul. It is the gracious Comforter Who whispers tenderly of her. And, as we look upon her face We hear His voice above, "Peace be upon this hallowed place Where Christ is loved and known That wondrous peace that bringeth joy, And hope that nothing can destroy." "Peace be unto this neighborhood." OBITUARY Mildred Marie Frick was born in Pierpont township, Ashtabula county, Ohio, June 22, 1901, and died at the place of her birth, Feb. 28, 1913, aged 11 years, eight months and six days. She was the eldest daughter of Dayton B. and Rilla Palmer Frick. Mildred was so kind and obliging and had such a sweet, lovable disposition, she endeared herself to every one who knew her. Her little hands were ever ready to do for others, and her little feet never seemed to tire of running errands or waiting on anyone who needed help. She was a general favorite with her teachers and playmates. She was a great lover of music and her sweet voice will be missed in school and at public entertainments and missed, so much in her home. But she is singing with angels now. Rev. Benjamin of Pierpont delivered the sermon. He spoke comforting words to the bereaved parents and the little sister, Margaret, taking for his text Matthew, 9th chapter, 24-25 verses. Three sections, "Going Down the Valley One by One," "Go to Thy Rest, Fair Child," and "He Knows," were beautifully rendered by Rev. Benjamin and wife and daughter, Miss Velma. She was laid to rest in East Conneaut cemetery. "Dear little hands, I miss them so! All through the day wherever I go. All through the night how lonely it seems, For no little hands wake me out of my dreams. I miss them all through the weary hours; I miss them as others do sunshine and flowers; Day time or night time, wherever I go, Dear little hands I miss them so." AN ASHTABULA WEDDING Miss Ruth Dunbar and Carey S. Sheldon, both of Ashtabula, were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earnest Dunbar, Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Edward w. Huelster, pastor of the Congregational church. Both young people are well and favorable known in this city. The wedding was one of the most important society events to be give in some time. IN MEMORIAM In sad and loving remembrance of our dear daughter and sister, Mildred M. Frick, who departed this life February 28, 1913, age 11 years , 8 months and 6 days. Dear Mildred, this little token We bring each year to you, To show that our affections Are forever fond and true. We know it does not help us To wish you back again, And that when God did call you Our loss was but your gain. Heaven now retains our treasure, Earth the lonely casket keeps, And the sunbeams love to linger Where our darling Mildred sleeps. -- Her loving parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Frick, and sister Margaret. AGED MAN ILL CARED FORAND SENT HOME ___ Albert Winch, an old man of about eighty years, drove into town yesterday from the home of his daughter in Pierpont, in search of fresh fish. He put up his rig at Menk's livery barn, and it was then noticed the old man seemed to be half blind and wandering and not in full posession of his faculties. Police officials kept a watch on him, so that he might come to no harm and later on, as he objected to go to a hotel, accommodation was made for him at the city hall, though of course, not in company with other "guests." This morning he set out for the harbor in search of his fish. Not very long after that a phone message was received at police headquarters that the old man was incapable of caring for himself with the result that Chief Randall took charge of him. He decided it would be unwise, in view of the old man's advanced age, and senile condition to allow him to drive home and his daughter was communicated with over the phone, but was unable to come into town to get her father today. After the aged man had been given a good meal, however, arrangments were made with the Darling Garage to send him home in an automobile. FIVE YEARS AGO - NOVEMBER 30, 1910. Engineer P. H. Morgan suffered a bad injury to his back. - Leon A. Straight and Miss Edith Mead of Bellevue and the same day in the former's house, Miss Lillian May Straight, sister of Leon Straight, was united in marriage to Frank Lee Curtiss of this city. - Robert Reed, of New York, a former resident of Conneaut died. WHAT IS OPTOMETRY? 1ST PRIZE $10 IN GOLD Miss Lucy Dennis 2nd PRICE $5 IN GOLD Miss Vergie Frisbie Judges Prof. E. D. Williamson Rev. A. E. Kemp J. F. TUFTS, Optometrist SUGAR SEASON IS OPENED; BUSH TAPPED (January 28 in pencil written here.) ___ Herbert Brewster Taps His Clark Corners' Sugar Bush and Reports a Fine Run of Sap. ___ The sugar season is on. Breaking all records for years and years passed and leading Will Wheeler and the other early birds, who usually claim the honor, Herbert Brewster, Clark Corners', yesterday tapped his sugar bush and reports a good run of sap. The report will cause all to wonder what sort of a caper the weatherman has up his sleeve. Most everyone expects February to be a month of terror with snow and ice and high cold winds and all the disagreeable features. That being the case, another sugar season should follow in March. BEAUTIFUL SERVICE FOR LATE MRS. H. P. FOSTER ___ A beautiful service in memory of Mrs. H. P. Foster, who died Monday at her home on the east side, was held Wednesday at 11 o'clock at the house. The rooms were filled with the sorrowing relatives and friends, assembled to pay their last tribute to a woman universally beloved. Rev. Olin Clarke Jones delivered a sermon, taking for his text, the 13th verse of the 66th chapter of Isaiah, "As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you." Two duets were sung by Mrs. Mabel Loomis and Mrs. Alvin Joslin, "Nearer, My God, to Thee," and "Some Day We'll Understand." The flowers sent by friends, neighbors and fellow workmen of Mr. Foster were wonderfully beautiful and profuse. The remains were conveyed to the Kelloggsvile cemetery for interment. < OBITUARY > Warren W. Tanner was born in Conneaut township, Crawford county, Pa., on March 17, 1881, and died at the same place February 19, 1913. He had been a great sufferer for several years from tuberculosis. In 1903 he was married to Miss Susie Woody, who, with two young sons, remain to mourn the loss of a husband and father. Besides the immediate family he leaves an aged father, four brothers, two sisters and a host of friends and relatives. The funeral was held at his late residence Friday morning, Feb. 21. The house was filled with the sorrowing relatives and friends. Rev. Sanford, pastor of the Baptist church, Pierpont, O., delivering the funeral address. Interment in the Penn Line cemetery. He is gone; day after day; We saw him slowly fade away, And in the solemn stillness of the night His spirit to its Maker took its flight. He is at rest; he is free from pain; Your loss is but his gain; His earthly sufferings now are o'er, Some day you'll meet him on the other shore. . . . . . . A FRIEND. Conneautville, Pa., Feb. 23, 1913. FUNERAL OF THE LATE MRS. SARAH PHELPS HELD ___ Funeral services in memory or the late Mrs. Sarah Phelps were held at the home in East Conneaut yesterday afternoon. The attendance of sorrowing friends was very large, scores being unable to gain entrance to the house. The floral offerings were almost prodigal in their profusion. Custer Corps W. R. C. attended in a body and conducted a ritualistic service. Mrs. Margaret Greenamyer of Lilly Dale, N. Y., gave an address that was eloquent and feeling and carried a message to the living. The interment was made in the East Conneaut cemetery. The large flag, bearing the date 1861, which Mrs. Phelps flung to the breeze when the Civil war broke out and has displayed on every patriotic occasion since that time, was effectively draped at the funeral. REV. A. E. KEMP'S BROTHER WAS A FLOOD VICTIM ___ Was Separated From Wife By the Waters and Lived Two Days and Night Without Food, Fire or Water. ___ Rev. A. E. Kemp this morning received a letter from his brother, C. L. Kemp, a resident of Dayton, announcing the safety of both the writer and his wife. The C. L. Kemps resided at 937 West Third street. On the morning of the beginning of the flood Mr. Kemp went to his place of business as usual, leaving his wife at home. About 9 o'clock the flood rushed upon the city and Mr. Kemp endeavored to reach his home. He proceeded until he was wading in water to his waist, and was informed that his wife had been rescued with an automobile at the beginning of the flood. Mr. Kemp was taken into a boat and conveyed to a house, but the flood increased and drove the occupants of the house out of the second story and into the attic. There for two days and a night Mr. Kemp and others were cooped up without fire, food or water. Escaping finally he found Mrs. Kemp, who during all that time was ignorant of her husband's fate. All the Kemp household goods, etc., were ruined by water and mud. CLOSE SCHOOLS AND CHURCHES 'TIL AFTER XMAS ___ Pierpont Diphtheria Epidemic Now Believed To Be Under Control. ___ One New Case Developed Yesterday But Physicians Get Upper Hand By Use of Big Quantities of Anti-Toxin. ___ Another case of black diphtheria was reported in Pierpont Sunday; and although no more deaths have occurred., the situation is still crictical. It is now thought probably that the schools and churches will remain closed in the village until after the first of January. Mrs. D. H. Brayman, wife of the village health officer, was taken ill yesterday. Mr. Brayman is also custodian of the school building. The home of John Penfield was added to the list of the quarantined places last week, when it was discovered that his ten-year-old son, Marion, had become afflicted. He is said to have been over the worst of the sickness before its nature was discovered. There are at present six cases under quarantine. The epidemic is, however, thought to be under control and all cases progressing in a satisfactory manner. Anti-toxin, procured in Conneaut, and in many cases administered by Conneaut physicians, has been the means of getting better hold of the disease. OBITUARY Daniel Squires Another bright and happy home has been saddened. God, in His strange and mysterious way, entered the home and took from a fond and loving wife and children, Daniel Squires, after an illness of only five weeks. Daniel Squires was born in Kingsville, Ohio, Mar. 6, 1859, and died Oct. 6, 1915. He was united in marriage to Miss Lydia Sanford of Kingsville, Ohio. There came to bless this happy union, four children, Burt, Maude, Grace and Lucille. Besides his wife and children he is survived by four grandchildren, Burt and Howard Brace, Duane and Marguerite Wells; four sisters, Mrs. Florence Smith of Jefferson, O.; Mrs. Ada Evans, of Denver, Colo.; Mrs. Dora Olin, of Conneaut, O.; Mrs. Sarah Norton, of New Castle; three brothers, Theodore Squires, Fred Squires, both of Ashtabula, O., and Delbert Squires of Sandusky. Daniel Squires enjoyed the friendsip and confidence of all who knew him. In all relations he was an upright man. His word was as good as a bond. He was of an estimable genial dispositon with a character above reproach and will be truly missed by all who knew him as he won and kept a host of friends. Devoted to his home and family, he always found great pleasure in working for their happiness and the improvement of the home. His funeral was held from his late home, Saturday, Oct. 9, 1915, Rev. Kreager officiating. In a casket of gray covered with beautiful floral offerings he was laid to rest in the beautiful Glenwood cemetery. One precious to our hearts is gone, The voice we loved is stilled, The place made vacant in our home Can never more be filled. Gone from those who loved him, Our own sweet papa dear, Gone and left us lonely Longing his voice to hear. We miss papa in the morning And at the eventide; No more in this life's journey Will he be at our side. At heart he was unselfish, He loved his own to please, How little we ever knew Our companionship would cease. He has gone from his loved ones, His children and his wife, Who he willingly toiled for And loved as his life. Oh! God, how mysterious And how strange are Thy ways To take from us dear papa In the best of his days. He crossed death's silent river With ne'er a doubt or sigh, Our dear, good-hearted papa, We did not think he'd die. Just one link had been taken From our happy household band, One more jewel has been added To that bright and heavenly land. In the years to come we'll miss him And our hearts will never heal, And our cry both night and morning, It can not - does not seem real. DEATH OF ORSON L. BROWN WIDELY KNOWN FARMER ___ Orson L. Brown, known to all the country round as "Turnip" Brown, passed away at his home south of Clark Corners, on the Middle road, last night at 9:30. His death was caused by a complication of diseases thought to be, principally, pneumonia and heart failure. He had been ill only a week. He was 69 years of age. Mr. Brown was one of the most widely known residents of this vicinity, and gained his nickname because for many years he has been noted for his success in raising vegetables of remarkable size and qualaity. Mr. Brown is survived by two sons, Herbert and Adelbert at home, his wife having died about two years ago, and one sister, Mrs. Anna Blood, of East Conneaut. The funeral is to be held at the home Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock, sun time, and Rev. Brown of Kelloggsville will officiate. Interment will be made in Kelloggsville cemetery. J. E. THOMAS, BY WHOM SHARP WAS FORMERLY EMPLOYED, TELLS ABOUT THE CHARACTERISTICS AND ALLEGED LIFE STORY OF THE SLAYER OF BRYDLE __________________ A few additional facts, together with many unauthenticated rumors, concerning Sharp have come to notice since the killing of Fred E. Brydle. During the past three or four years, Sharp has worked for several people in this vicinity. For a time he was in the employ of Mrs. Bingham, who lives south of the city. He worked for John D. Cummins as a teamster for a time, and twice was in the employ of J. E. Thomas of the Under Ridge road. All agree that Sharp was a good worker, and Mr. Thomas says of him: "Sharp worked for me four months four years ago, and two months two years ago. He was a splendid worker. He could do any kind of work, and he was the strongest man of his size physically that I ever saw. He acted like a perfect gentleman and we had a high regard for him. He was reserved, but pleasant in intercourse, and he was scrupulously neat. He would never come into the house with his work shoes or work clothes on; but always changed his clothes in the barn and put on a white collar and dress shoes before entering the house. He neither chewed nor smoked, and so far as I know he had no bad habits. He was so rigid on that point that once when he was going to town and I asked him to buy some tobacco for me, he said he would do it but he did not like to, as he never had bought tobacco for anyone. "Sharp told me he was born and raised near Marietta, O. He said he had a sister, wife of a wealthy physician in Wheeling, W. Va. His father was wealthy and all his family were people of high standing and ample means. He said he was of a roving disposition and left home at the age of ten. When about 17 or 18 years old he was disappointed in a love affair and entered the regular army serving ten years as a regular, and then five years in the secret service of the United States. "Sharp claimed that he was in the secret service of the government when he first worked for me. He said he had a room rented in Conneaut and two men employed, and that he had to go into Conneaut every Thursday and Saturday nights and report to his chief in Detroit. He alleged that he and his men were on the look-out for shipments of the products of illicit distilleries from Painesville, Conneaut and Buffalo. "I am naturally suspicious and I watched Sharp closely and tried to trip him up; but he never crossed himself once. "Sharp said that his father died wealthy, but left him nothing on account of his roving habits. However, his sister in Wheeling always kept a room for him and urged him to come there and stay. He studied medicine with his brother- in-law in Wheeling for two years, but gave it up on his brother-in-law's advice as he was too nervous for a physician. "Sharp appeared to be well posted and was as trusty a man as I ever had around me. I was dumbfounded and horror-stricken when I heard what he had done. I could hardly believe it, and I cannot now understand it." SEVEN DRAYLOADS SHIPPED TO FLOOD DISTRICT SATURDAY ___ The old Congregational church was a busy place Saturday afternoon. Wagons were constantly arriving with garments of all kinds to be shipped to the flood sufferers. In addition to the 1,859 articles collected by the ladies of the Needlework Guild on Friday, an enormous amount of clothing was collected. About twenty men were kept on the jump assisting the employes of Simonds & Bennett and F. D. Sawdey in packing the garments. Every man whose curiousity prompted him to look in upon the scene was pressed into service as a packer. In all twenty big packing boxes and a half dozen barrels were packed, and the collection made up seven dray loads, which were taken to the Lake Shore station and shipped in a baggage car on No. 37 going west at 4:25 p. m. Bulen's livery, Stillwell the carter, Fifield the drayman, Hogle the liveryman, and Loomis the liveryman and Mayor Leet furnished men and rigs for hauling. Under the supervision of Fred E. Smith, ninety domicilary visits were made in response to telephone calls for collections of garments. The entire business was done quickly and efficiently. BOY AND GIRL LOVE AFFAIR AND SUCIDE _____ Harry A. Wescott, Son of Prominent Sheffield Family, Blew Off the Top of His Head Yesterday Afternoon --- Suppose Lover's Quarrel The Cause of Deed _____ A boy and girl love affair begun when sweetheart and lover were in their early teens was terminated abruptly yesterday and is thought to have been the cause of the suicide of Harry A. Wescott, son of a prominent family of Sheffield township, living not far distant from Griggs' Corners. The young man, but twenty-one years of age blew the entire top of his head off with a shot gun at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Wescott, yesterday afternoon and during their absence. No other cause can be assigned for the terrible deed than that a lover's quarrel had brought on despondency. Wescott was a motorman on the Ashtabula Rapid Transist line and because of a minor infraction of the rules of the company had been given a three days' lay- off from duty. These he intended to spend at the home of his parents. The boy's moter, with an infant child, spent Tuesday night at the home of friends in Ashtabula. The elder Wescott planned to meet his wife during the afternoon at the P. & O. car stop, three miles west of the family home. So leaving home shortly after noon he left his son, who had helped him to hitch the horses, in apparently good spirits. Returning in mid-afternoon, the parents were not greeted by the son, nor was he to be seen about the place. The mother commented upon the fact when the father entered the house after putting the horses in the barn. He thought perhaps the boy had gone to his room for a nap. Going there, the father was horrified at the sight which met his gaze. Laying prostrate on the floor with the entire top of his head blown away, was the missing son. He had used a stove poker to pull the trigger of the double- barreled shot gun. Neighbors were appealed to and in time Dr. R. J. Baxter of this city, county coronoer, was notified. He left immediately for the scene and viewed the remains, giving the verdict of suicide without hesitancy. The people of the community in which the Wescotts live are much shocked and grieved over the affair. The family has the sympathy of a wide circle of friends. ** OBITUARY ** DORA SWEET MEANS The following obituary notice comes from Monroe Center: Another bright and happy home has been saddened. God wanting one more angel among his shining band, has entered the home of Laurel Means and taken his young wife just in the bloom of youth, aged 20 years, 2 months and 25 days. She leaves an infant son, born Sept. 1st, never to know a mother's love and tender care. Mr. Laurel Means and Dora M. Sweet were married Sept. 16, 1910. She died Sept. 25, 1911, at the General hospital at Ashtabula, Ohio. She has left a sorrowing husband, her parents, and two brothers and two sisters. Her parents are Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sweet; brothers, Raymond and Wade L.; sisters, Mrs. SadieLawrence and Mrs. Mayme Bacon. Her funeral was held at the M. E. church at Monroe Center, Sept. 27, Rev. Nicholson of Kingsville officiating. Three beautiful pieces were sung by Misses Marian Blanchard and Edna Hayward, accompanied by Charles Marcy of Conneaut. The bearers were her brothers, Raymond and Wade L. Sweet, and brothers-in-law, Carey E. Lawrence and Granville Bacon. In a casket of grey covered with beautiful floral offerings, she was laid to rest in the pretty cemetery at Kelloggsville, O. Her life had been a beautiful one. Just when her life seemed brighteest we cannot understand why God should cast a shadow of deepest gloom to enter the bright and happy home. With her sunny disposition and pleasant ways she had won a wide circle of friends who wish to extend their deepest heartfelt sympathy to the sorrowing husband, father, and other near relatives. It seems so hard but "God knows best." ___ Dora Sweet Means The Reaper came into my garden To gather flowers meet; There were roses so bright and gay, And daisies modest and neat, And my one pure snow-white lily Blooming alone so sweet. Her petals were just unfolding, And her flower friends knew well That the beautiful love of the Christ, Down deep in her heart did dwell. The Reaper paused beside her, And lifted her drooping head, "I must take you to the Master, He needeth you now," he said. But he left the tiny bud, That was growing by her side; "We will wait a little longer For the little bud," he sighed. It was left to the cold, chill wind, And the clouds wept tears of rain, For they knew the tender floweret Needed the lilies' care again. Oh, Reaper, bring back my lily, And other blossoms choose; There's the grain that needeth reaping, And the grass, withered and brown. Bring back my beautiful lily, And let me keep my own. The Reaper smiled so sadly; "Dear heart," he whispered low, "The tiny bud must be tended In place of your loved flower, you know." So wipe those tears away, dear, And smile instead of sigh; You will find your pure white lily In God's garden, by and by. THANKSGIVING IS QUIETLY OBSERVED ___ Conneaut Gave Thanks For a Year of Peace and Plenty While Mindful of Sorrow and Grief Abroad. ___ (1915 in pencil here) Thanksgiving was quietly and pleasingly observed in Conneaut homes. The day long one of deepest appreciation to the people of this community, was especially observed in the spirit of its intent, yesterday. Conneaut gave thanks for many blessings and for many special dispensations of Providence. A union Thanksgiving service was held at the Methodist church at ten o'clock when prayer and sermon were spoken in sincere and full appreciation of blessings. Songs of praise and thanksgiving were pleasingly rendered. Many bowed in thanksgiving at the service. Family dinner parties and gatherings of friends and neighbors characterized the day and made possible the fullest observance of the occasion in its complete spirit. Balmy airs were wafted about as a high sun shone forth in full vigor, making weather conditions quite unusual, yet most ideal, for those who were about. WALLING-SLAUGHTER WEDDING LAST EVENING ___ Sudden Termination of Engagement Was a Surprise to Friends - Rev. Kreager Officated. ___ Rev. F. C. Kreager, pastor of the Baptist church performed the ceremony last evening which united in marriage Miss Martha E. Slaughter and Burnell M. Walling, both prominent young people of the south side. The wedding was solemnized at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Slaughter, on the Center road at 8:30 o'clock in the presence of only the immediate families. The interesting event was complete surprise to all friends and relatives, as the young people had kept their plans a secret from all except the couple who attended them. Miss Lorena Wright served the bride as maid of honor, and Corwin Wheeler attended the groom. The bride was dressed becomingly in white silk, and she carried a bouquet of white carnations. The ceremony was followed by an elegant wedding supper. The weather conditions existing rendered it inadvisable for the newlweds to start at present on a honeymoon trip, which they have planned to take place later. Both Mr. and Mrs. Walling are great favorites in the circles in which they move, and their wedding is a matter of considerable interest to all who know them. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. William Walling of the South Ridge road, and the young people will make their home with them. FULLER-DEAN WEDDING VERY PRETTY AFFAIR ___ Solemnized at Home of Bride's Parents at Noon By Rev. Rankin - Couple Will Live at Farnham. ___ The welding together in holy matrimony of the lives of Miss Carolyn C. Dean and Willis A. Fuller, which was solemnized Wednesday at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Dean in Monroe, was one of the leading weddings of the season. The event took place at high noon, and Rev. James H. Rankin of the Congregational church was the officiating clergyman. Close relatives and a few friends were present. The sister of the groom, Mrs. Ward Johnson, of Ashtabula, attended the bride as matron of honor, and Mr. Johnson filled the corresponding office for Mr. Fuller. Mrs. C. W. Leffingwell of Kingsville, sister of the groom, presided at the piano while the bridal party were taking their positions in one corner of the parlor. The bride, who is one of the prettiest young women of the vicinity, looked unusually lovely in a gown of white brocaded satin charmeuse, trimmed with wide Venise lace. She carried cream roses, and in her coiffure were orange blossoms, sent for the purpose by her aunt, Mrs. Hill, of Florida. The bride's wedding day was also her twentieth birthday, and she wore a beautiful pearl lavelliere, the gift of the groom. Mrs. Johnson wore light blue silk voile. The parlor was decorated with jonquils and lillies of the valley, and roses and carnations were used in the dining room. The religious ceremony was followed by an elaborate wedding feast, for which Mrs. Stoke catered. It was arranged in five courses. Those seated at the bride's table were the new Mr. and Mrs. Fuller, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Dean, the parents of the bride, Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Fuller, parents of the groom, and Rev. Rankin. At the other table were seated Mr. and Mrs. Leffing- well, Mrs. Mabel Westcott, sister of the bride, and her daughter Dorothy, Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Hardy, William Willey of West Springfield, Cornell, Robert and Otis Fuller, brothers of the groom, and Miss Margaret Stines. Mr. and Mrs. Fuller took the 4:30 car west, for a wedding trip of indefinite length. The bride wore a stylish suit of blue, with hat to correspond to travel in. On their return they will go to houskeeping at Conneaut. AGED MONROE MAN DIED SUNDAY ___ William Roth, Long Time Resident, Passed Away After Two Weeks' Serious Illness. ___ (1915 in pencil here) Wm. Roth, an aged and much respected resident of Monroe township died Sunday after a two weeks' illness. He had been in ill health for some time and two weeks ago suffered a stroke of apoplexy. Mr. Roth was 74 years of age and had been a resident of Monroe for over fity years. He was one of the best known men in the community. His widow survives him. The funeral will be held in the Hill church, Monroe, Wednesday, at 11:30 eastern time. Interment will be made in the Kellogsville cemetery. MRS. CYNTHIA ADAMS DIED IN ELYRIA ___ (1916 written in pencil here) Mrs. Cynthia Adams died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. S. S. Vary, 1212 West avenue, Elyria, O., Tuesday morning at eleven o'clock. Death was due to a complication of diseases. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Ida Struble, of this city, and Mrs. Vary. The funeral will be held in the North Kingsville church, Friday morning at ten o'clock central time. Rev. Lang of Ashtabula will officiate. PIERPONT WOMAN DIES Mrs. Eliza T. Brown died Tuesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. F. B. Kellogg, of Pierpont. Funeral services will be held at the home Thursday at 11 a. m. Rev. King will officiate. ** OBITUARY ** Eliza Robinson was born in Burlington, Bradford Co., Pa., March 4th, 1837 and departed from this life Oct. 26th, 1915, aged 78 years, 7 months and 22 days. The first 12 years of her life was spent in the town of her birth; then with her family she removed to the state of Illinois, where, some years later she was united in marriage with A. H. Brown. To this union were born four children, Florence E., George M., William H. and Etta M., all of whom survive her. Then the family again came East, this time to Ashtabula County, Ohio, where the remaining years of her life were spent. Deceased was a member of the Baptist church at Pierpont, although failing health for many years had prevented her from attending . She leaves, besides her four children, eleven grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn her loss. THREE DEATHS FROM BLACK DIPHTHERIA ___ Disease Now Believed to be Under Control in Monroe and Pierpont. ___ GET ANTI TOXIN HERE ___ Children of Prominent Families Have Died of the Disease - Several Cases Being Closely Watched by Physicians. ___ (1915 written in pencil here) Diphtheria of a malignant form is prevalent in Pierpont and Monroe Three deaths have already occurred and a number of very serious cases are reported. People of the two townships are aroused and are taking every precaution to effectually combat the dread disease and to dissipate any chance for further spread of the infection. Conneaut physicians are co-operating with practitioners in the two townships and are giving considerable of their time to patients now down with the disease. The number now ill is not known, but that there are several is certain. Appeals for quantities of anti-toxin have been answered by Conneaut druggists, after Ashtabula and Jefferson pharmacies had been appealed to and found unable to provide the drug. In fact, quantities could not be procured at the two places, but Conneaut apothecaries carry the valuable combatant and were able to furnish it in large and sufficient quantities. The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dain of Pierpont died on Wednesday with the disease, and the little four-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bennett, of Monroe, died Thursday. Mr. Bennett is ill but is reported today as considerable improved. Rumor varies as to whether his illness is caused by the same disease. Alice, the eight-year old daughter of Mr. and M. W. Eggleston, of Pierpont, died yesterday of the disease. She is a sister of Roy Eggleston of East Conneaut. The funerals of the little ones have all been private, in keeping with the letter of the law. Funeral services have not been held in the stricken homes. Dr. Lewis, of Pierpont, Dr. Walker, of Kelloggsville, and Health Officer Frick, of Pierpont, are working night and day to check the spread of the disease. The greater number of cases have been in Pieront and those in Monroe have been in the southern part. Today there is evidence that the disease is under control, although this can by no means be made certain at once. The physicians have been calling upon Conneaut for quantities of anti- toxin. Dr. Walker and Dr. Lewis both placing advance orders. Last night a hurry call came to one Conneaut firm for a considrable quantity. One, two, four and five thousand unit doses were forwarded, by special messenger and today, six 4,000 unit and three 3,000 unit doses were delivered. The anti-toxin, it is believed, has been the means of saving a dozen lives. The two communities, in extending sympathy to the bereaved families, hope for the immediate eradication of the disease. TURKEYS SCARCE PRICES LIKELY TO GO UP (1915 written in pencil here) As Thanksgiving approaches the sinister rumor is whispered in hoarse and tragic accents in the various wholesale markets of the country that receipts of turkeys continue to be abnormally light, and that the market is "likely to be stronger." Which probably means, Mr. and Mrs. Consumer, that prices for the Thanksgiving delicacy are likely to be higher. From all indications there will only be a moderate supply of strictly fancy birds, and it is argued that this stock will command strong prices. Reports from southern sections indicate there is a fairly good supply of turkeys in Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia and Texas, but the proportions of full-grown and plump birds suitable for best holiday wants is small. The crop in the west and northwest is light, with the birds not sufficiently matured to ship in time for the holiday season. RESIDENCE AT FARNHAM IS BURNED DOWN ___ Home of Mrs. Flora Hamilton Destroyed as Result of Explosion of Oil Stove - Nearby Property Saved by Bucket Brigade. ___ The residence of Mrs. Flora Hamilton on the Center road, Farnham, was burned to the ground at noon today. Neighbors were able to save most of the furniture from destruction. The house is one of the landmarks in that section of the country and is owned by H. H. Timby, the Ashtabula book hunter, formerly a resident of Conneaut. A number of rare books which had been collected by Mr. Timby and which had been stored upstairs, were completely destroyed. The fire was caused by the explosion of an oil stove. The curtains in the room were drenched with burning oil. Mrs. Hamilton hailed a passerby, who extinguished the fire, it was supposed, and helped to carry the stove out of doors. No sooner had he gone, however, than the fire broke out again in an undiscovered place. Mrs. Haimilton then gave the alarm. The D. C. Thayer dinner bell was rung as an alarm to the surrounding country. Neighbors rushed to the scene and formed a bucket brigade to put out the conflagration which by this time had gained great headway. It was soon seen that there was no hope of saving the home and the volunteer fire crew then bent their efforts to saving what they could of the furniture. Nearly all of the furniture downstairs was saved. The southwest wind then blowing fanned the flames into a fury and swept them toward the Thayer residence. The barns on the Thayer place were in imminent danger of destruction. The bucket brigade then turned to the work of saving the Thayer barns. The buildings were drenched with water and further disaster was warded off, a change in the wind aiding the fire fighters. Mr. and Mrs. Thayer wish to express their appreciation of the work done by the volunteers in saving their buildings. A HIGH HEAT RECORD FIRST WEEK IN MAY With the temperature hovering around 90 degrees for four days, May 2d, 3d, 4th and 5th, made the highest record for torridity the same days have registered for forty-two years. The average has been 16 degrees higher than the normal for nearly half a century. HENRY MILLER FOUND INSANE ___ Beaver Center Resident Well Known Here Has Been Taken to an Asylum - Was in This City Recently. ___ Henry Miller, a well known Beaver Center resident, has been adjudged insane and will today be taken to the Warren, Pa., hospital for the insane. Thereby fears long felt by relatives and friends and neighbors of the demented man will be set at rest and the Conneaut police will be eased from a care which they have reluctantly yet of necessity assumed in times past. Miller is a well-to-do Beaver township farmer. He was a frequent visitor to this city and last winter was taken into custody because of peculiar actions about the streets, but was released. He came here last Saturday and acted strangely. He called upon Mayor Leet and talked irrationally. The mayor had him locked up for safe keeping. At that time the man had forgotten that he ever had seen or talked with the executive. He returned to his home Sunday. A telephone call Monday notified Chief Randall that the man had again disappeared. The chief was told of his strange actions at various times and of dire threats he had made. The members of his family feared him, he not only having threatened to take his own life but also to annihilate anyone who interfered with him. Notification was sent to the Crawford county authorities at Meadville yesterday that the man had gone into the woods near his home and was heavily armed. A county detective was sent to the scene instantly. The detective found a posse of neighbors considering best how to capture the demented man. Miller was located in a clump of woods about four miles from his home. When appealed to by the detective he came out of his hiding place and gave himself up, no arms being found on him nor anywhere about, although he may have hidden the guns or other weapons. Taken to Meadville the man was examined after Mrs. Miller had signed the necessary papers. There was no question as to his condition and arrange-ments were made to take him to the hospital today. THE LATE M. H. HAMMOND LAID TO HIS FINAL REST ____ Largely Attended Funeral Friday Afternoon - Was Born in Monroe 74 Years Ago. ___ The funeral of the late M. H. Hammond occurred at the home on Grove street, East Conneaut, Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. There was a large attendance of friends, and a delegation of G. A. R. of which order the deceased was a member. Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the First Christian church, preached a feeling and appreciative sermon, dwelling upon the life and services of him who had fought the good fight for his country and for good citizenship. The burial was made in the East Conneaut cemetery. Mr. Hammond had not long been a resident of East Conneaut, but he was well known and highly respected. He was born in Monroe township, near Clark Corners in 1838. His parents came to that section from New York in 1833, making the trip by the lake route from Buffalo to Conneaut. His father settled in the dense forest in the southern part of Monroe, and by the aid of his six sons he cleared his own farm, also assisting in clearing other farms in the vicinity. The subject of this sketch received his education in the district and select schools and in 1861, when the Civil war broke out he was assistant teacher in a select school. In the fall of 1861, he enlisted in the 29th O. V. I., and served thirteen months, or until discharged. He saw hard fighting at the battle of Winchester, against Stonewall Jackson and in many hand-to-hand skirmishes along the Rapahannock. Mr. Hammond and Miss Edna Rowe were united in marriage at Conneautville, Pa., December 24, 1863. The couple moved to Conneaut in the spring of 1905. Mr. Hammond is survived by his aged wife, three sons, E. F. Hammond, principal of the Conneaut township schools; C. G. Hammond, principal of the Broad street schools in this city; Gerald Hammond, an attorney in Youngstown, and a daughter, Mrs. Gertrude Spellman, of Williamsfield, Ohio. All the children were present at the funeral. FOREST ELVIN WALRATH RELEASED FROM PAIN ___ Well Known and Estimable Young Man Succumbs to the Inroads of Tuberculosis. ___ After many hours in which a bright star of hope shone for Forest Elvin Walrath and his family and countless friends, death suddenly descended and claimed the young life, in its richness of promise of the highest and best achievements. Death occurred at 3:20 o'clock Sunday afternoon, and was caused by tuberculosis. Mr. Walrath was brought to his home here from Cleveland, where he was employed, fourteen weeks ago, and almost immediately he took to his bed. He failed rapidly. A week ago last Thursday Dr. Otto Stutz came to the city and inoculated the sufferer with his serum for the cure of tuberculosis. Later, at several times, Mr. Walrath seemed to be improving. Sunday morning he appeared to be feeling the best he had since he became ill, and family and friends allowed themselves to hope. The end came suddenly in mid-afternoon. Forest Walrath was born to Mr. and Mrs. Henry C. Walrath November 21, 1891, in the same home, on the corner of Wright's avenue and Monroe street, where he died. He finished his public schooling with the class which was graduated from Conneaut High in 1909, and shortly thereafter went to Cleveland to work. He was employed as an architectural intern for the C. H. Schweinfurth firm. He was a young man of honor, a bright character, unswerving in attitude to do right. A particularly sad feature in connection with Mr. Walrath's death is the fact that his marriage to Miss Blance Kinner was to take place this summer. The funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at the Congregational church with Rev. Rankin of that church and Rev. Kreager of the Baptist church officiating. Interment will be made in Glenwood cemetery. RICHARDSON-CRAWFORD MARRIAGE A SURPRISE ___ When it was discovered that Miss Olga May Crawford, who is employed in the millinery department of C. W. DeVoe Son's department store, and Glenn Donald Richardson, who is employed in the Bessemer yards, had both asked to be away Thursday, friends began to have suspicions, and when it was learned that they had taken the 9:30 car to Jefferson, their suspicions were confirmed. After securing the necessary papers from the probate judge the couple returned to Conneaut, had dinner with the groom's parents, and then called on Rev. A. E. Kemp of the Christian church, at the parsonage, where they were united in marriage. They went to the home of the bride's mother for supper, and shortly thereafter, mysteriously disappeared. Friends, by this time, had begun to make inquiries, and repeated telephone calls were made to the couple's parents, and all sorts of clever ruses and schemes were attempted to learn the truth, but to no avail. Mr. and Mrs. Richardson are both favorites in a large circle of friends, all of whom extend the warmest wishes for a long and prosperous wedded life. The bride ia a daughter of Mrs. John Bleasdale of the east side, and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Richardson of State street. He is employed as a fireman in the Beseemer yards. Mr. and Mrs. Richardson will make their home at 556 State street for the present. MISS INA TIMBY, AMBOY, BRIDE OF REV. W. M. AIKEN Ceremony Was Quietly Performed at Home of Groom's Brother in Ashtabula Yesterday. ___ ___ A quiet wedding which is of much interest to people of this city and surrounding community occurred in Ashtabula late on Thursday afternoon, April 17th, when Miss Ina M. Timby and the Rev. Walter M. Aiken were united in marriage by the Rev. Howard S. Aiken, brother of the groom, and at whose home in Ashtabula the ceremony was performed. The guest list was small, including besides the immediate family of the groom, Miss Elsie Timby, sister of the bride, and Miss Alta Frock, of this city, and Miss Ellen Nelson of Ashtabula. The ceremony was followed by an elaborate 6 o'clock dinner, covers being laid for eleven. The bride has resided with Mrs. Eunice Wilder of Amboy for the past three years and has been active in all departments of the church and Sunday school work of that place. Her faithful earnest work and her energetic, sunny character will be greatly missed by her many friends. The groom is a well-know minister of Griggs, this county, at which place they will be at home after May 1st. JOHN F. LIEBEL IS CRITICALLY ILL ___ John G. Liebel, proprietor of the Liebel House, Sandusky street, is very seriously ill at the hotel. He has not been in good health for two years past and his illness has taken on an aggravating and unwanted form last week. Saturday he was in a very precarious condition. Since then he has somewhat improved and today is reported as just about the same and in a quite critical condition. MORE STUDENTS ENROLL IN NIGHT SCHOOL CLASSES Classes Will be Continued for An Indefinite Period Owing to Response At Last Night's Sessions. ___ (1915 written in pencil here) A more hopeful outlook in regard to the continuance of the night school is now presented, owing to the number of new students who last night enrolled in the various classes. Superintendent E. D. Williamson told the News-Herald today the response has now been such that the classes will be continued for an indefinite time, though to make the school the success it deserves many more names are urgently required. It is therefore hoped that all those who intend to avail themselves of the classes will enroll at the earliest possible moment. The classes will resume one Wednesday evening and every Monday and Wednesday until further notice. LOTS OF SNOW, FIRST OF SEASON; BUT NO BLIZZARD Conneaut was visited last night by the first real genuine snowfall of the season. About six inches of the beautiful fell during the night, covering everything and hanging heavy this morning from boughs and branches. Conneaut was prepared for the snowfall and today did not complain after the beautiful autumn weather which has prevailed for weeks past. It was realized that it was time, and past that wintry weather came this way. The snow was not accompanied by the expected high winds which shifted to other quarters and nothing resembling blizzard proportions maintained. JUDGE ROBERTS REPRIMANDS A CONNEAUT MAN ___ For Making Serious Allegations Against Wife, Seeking Divorce, and Then Withdrawing Petition. __ Instructs Members of the Bar As to Procedure in Divorce Cases - Defendant Must Prove Charges. ___ (1915 written in pencil here) During the trial of the divorce case in common pleas court Friday afternoon, Judge Roberts took occasion to inform attorneys practicing at the county bar that in the future he should insist that where defendants in divorce actions filed answers and cross petitions, wherein they made charges of a more or less serious nature against the plaintiff, that such answers and cross petitions shall not be withdrawn. The matter came up when it was revealed that an answer and cross petiion had been filed in the case on trial, that of Edith Frisby vs. Clyde Frisby of Conneaut, later being withdrawn. The plaintiff, Mrs. Frisby, brought several witnesses into court who gave evidence, that would undoubtedly entitle her to divorce. The defendant, who was present, was asked by the court if he had anything to say as to the charges against him. He stated that he was willing she should obtain the divorce and that rather than create a scandal on account of a child, he had ordered his attorney to withdraw the answer and cross petition, which was done. In the answer and cross petition Frisby made some serious charges reflecting on the character of his wife and the court advised him that he would hold the case open until Tuesday morning, at which time he would expect the defendant to come into court with witnesses to show proof of the allegations contained in the answer to the cross petition. He was further advised by the court that if he couldn't substantiate the charges, the question of his having committed perjury would be brought up, owing to the fact that the allegations were sworn to be the defendant. POWELL-BROMFIELD WEDDING Rufus Powell and Miss Mabel Bromfield,, two young people of Hammond's Corners, were yesterday united in marriage by the Rev. R. E. Benjamin of Pierpont. The pretty ceremony took place in the parsonage shortly before noon, Mrs. Powell later in the day giving the bridal party a sumptuous wedding dinner. The young people left today for a trip through Kentucky and Tennessee, amid the good wishes of their many friends and acquaintances. Return from Honeymoon Trip. (1915 written in pencil here.) Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Powell have returned north after a wedding journey south. Mrs. Powell was formerly Miss Mabel Bromfield of Monroe. The wedding of Miss Bromfield and Mr. Powell was an event of late October. Their post-nuptial trip took them to the groom's former home in Tennessee, where they were the guests of his parents. They are now the guests of Mrs. C. M. Billett at her home on Chestnut street, and will visit the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Bromfield, Monroe, before making their home here. NEWLYWEDS VISIT HERE Mr. and Mrs. Cornell Fuller, who were married in Jefferson last Wednesday, returned yesterday from a post-nuptial trip and visit with friends in Cleveland and other points. They are guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wright, Center street. Mrs. Wright is a sister of the bride. Mr. and Mrs. Fuller expect to make their home in this city, although this has not been fully decided upon. QUIETLY WEDDED AT ERIE (Feb., 1916 written in pencil here) Announcement is made today of the wedding of Miss Florence Blood and Mr. Clyde Laughlin, which took place at Erie on Friday of last week. The bride is the daughter of William Blood, State street. Mr. Laughlin is a well known young man. The couple have the best wishes of many friends, who are extending congratulations now, since the young people stole a march and had the ceremony performed quietly and unbeknown to even their more intimate acquaintances. QUIET WEDDING LAST EVENING (1915 written in pencil here) A quiet wedding was solemnized last evening in the Christian church parsonage when Rev. A. E. Kemp united Miss Euna Lee of Shadeland, Pa., and Mr. Earl Herb of Elyria in marriage. The young people left this morning for Elyria, where they will make their home. DETAILS OF DR. OLDS TO CELINA GIRL ___ Affair Was Prettily Appointed, Green And White Ruling in All Decorations - Bride and Groom Here. ___ (1916 written in pencil here) The following article was taken from a Celina, O. publication: The home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Raudabaugh was the scene of a most attractive wedding, when at high noon, on Christmas day, their daughter, Sada H. plighted her troth to Dr. Ben H. Olds. Miss Raudabaugh is well known in Celina circles, having been a teacher in our city schools during the past year. Both she and Dr. Olds are graduates of the Ohio State University being members of the class of 1911. The color scheme of green and white was effectively carried out in the house decorations, which consisted of cedar, holly and asparagus fern intertwined with moss, mistletoe and southern honeysuckle. The moss was sent from Maine as a present to the bride's father. Just before the wedding, Miss Mabel McDonald, an intimate friend of the bride, sang very sweetly, "O Promise Me," with Miss Velma Stemen at the piano. As the clock struck twelve, the chords of the Lohengrin wedding march, played by Miss Bess Shoop summoned the wedding party. The bride was a picture of loveliness and girlish simplicity, as she entered on the arm of her eldest brother, who gave her away. Her dress was of dainty white charmeuse with trimmings of lace and bride's roses. A coronet of roses and lillies of the valley offered a fitting touch to the blond hair. As the bride approached the nuptial altar, she was joined by the groom. The young couple took their place amidst a wealth of greenery. Large quantities of cedar were arranged to from banks on each side, while overall stretched the arch of green in which were fastened dozens of bride's roses. The impressive ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. W. W. Lance. The Mendelssohn wedding march announced the completion of the ceremony. After hearty congratulations the bride and groom led the way to the dinng room which was beautiful in its festooms of greenery. An elaborate wedding dinner was served. Dr. and Mrs. Olds left on the 2:20 car amid showers of good wishes. After a short wedding trip they will be at home to their many friends in Columbus, where the groom holds a position as field veterinarian in the state department of agriculture. The out of town guests attending the wedding were Dr. and Mrs. G. M. Raudabaugh and children, St. Marys; Prof. And Mrs. William Pearce and little daughter, Sara,, Bowling Green, Ky.; Miss Isadore Olds, Conneaut; Miss Bess Shoop, Washington C. H.; Mr. Glenn R. Logue, Columbus. MARRIED IN JEFFERSON On Tuesday of this week, John Terrill, son of Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Terrill of Kingsville, was united in marriage to Miss Mamie Bennett, of Kelloggsville, the ceremony being performed in Jefferson. Following the wedding, a supper was served at the home of the groom's brother, C. L. Terrill, of Ashtabula, the guest list including only the immediate relatives. Pink and white were the colors used in the decorations, pink and white roses formed the centerpiece of the table and bouquets of which adorned the other rooms. The newly weds will make their home in Ashtabula. 'TIS THE LAST DAY OF THE GOOD OLD SUMMER TIME ___ Autumn Begins at Ten O'clock Tonight - Equinoxial Storms are Due. ___ (1915 written in pencil here) Good bye, good bye to Summer for Summer's nearly done. In fact, before this is read by many readers Summer will have shot her bolt. 'Tis not only the last rose of summer, but it's the last day. At 10:16 Eastern Standard time tonight Summer will have gone and autumn will be here. The Autumn equinox begins at that time. Many people hereabouts didn't know for sure whether Summer had been here or not this year. There were one or two recent days when the opinion was held that Summer had arrived but ordinarily most folks thought we jumped straight from Spring to Fall. Such proves, by the almanacs, not to be the case. Today should be exactly half sunshine and half shadow, the sun being twelve hours above the horizon and twelve below. TEN YEARS AGO - NOVEMBER 2, 1905 Fourteen L. A. to B. of R. members attended a meeting in Bellevue. ... Mrs. Jane Haig died at her home yesterday aged 73. ... The Rathbone sisters gave a delightful rube party. ... The total amount of ore received to date was 4,646,771 tons. WILLIAM HEYER DROPPED DEAD ___ Old and Well-Known Resident of This City Died Suddenly in Erie This Morning of Heart Failure. ___ William Heyer, for forty-two years a resident of this city, dropped dead this morning in Erie. Mr. Heyer has for the past week been visiting his daughters, Mrs. Caroline Miller, and Mrs. Minnie Ayers, in Erie, and this morning, at the home of the former, he was sweeping the side-walk where his death occurred of heart failure. Mr. Heyer was eighty years of age, having been born January 11th, 1832 in Wittenburg, Germany. When a boy of sixteen, he came to this country, settling in Erie, where he was married to Miss Rosa Kannar, July 25th, 1854. Six years later he came to this city and for most of his residence here he conducted the mill at the foot of Main street. Several years ago Mr. Heyer sold the mill and the purchasers incorporated under the name of the Heyer Milling Co. Mr. Heyer was amember of Evergreen Lodge No. 222, F & A. M. Besides his wife and daughter, Rosa of this city, Mr. Heyer leaves two daughters, Mrs. Caroline Miller and Mrs. Minnie Ayers and sister, Mrs. Diefenbach, all of Erie, to mourn his death. The funeral arrangements have not been completed, but burial will be made in Erie. Mrs. Heyer and Miss Heyer left for Erie this afternoon. Mr. Heyer was one of the veterans of the Cataract Hose company, having joined the company shortly after his move to Conneaut. THE NICKEL PLATE WILL PUT WOOD FLOORS IN ALL PENS AT THE STOCK YARDS IN COMPLIANCE WITH REQUIREMENTS ___ Further improvements are in order at the Nickel Plate. The pens at the stock yards, which were never fully completed according to plans, will be finished as soon as the weather will permit of the laying of concrete floors. The floors on the entire interior of the pens will be concreted. The interstate commerce commission which has supervision over shipments of livestock, requires that such stock pens have concrete floors. This will comply with the orders at the earliest time, which willb esoon, it is understood. GEORGE LEWIS SUCCUMBS AFTER SIX WEEKS ILLNESS ___ Well Known Citizen of County Died of Blood Poisoning at Kingsville This Morning. ___ George Lewis, one of Kingsville's best known citizens and a man much respected throughout the county and who had a wide acquaintance, died this morning at three o'clock at his Kingsville home. Six weeks of suffering from blood poisoning brought on by a minor injury to one hand was terminated when death offered its relief. A host of friends had hoped without hope that his recovery might be promised but two weeks ago attending physicians and specialists called to see him gave word that the worst might be expected. For several days the sick man had been unconscious. As superintendent of the county infirmary, George Lewis served the community well for seven years. His term as such officially ended, three years ago. He was one of the most popular men ever having held the trust. He is survived by his wife and one young son, two sisters, Mrs. Clara Allman and Mrs.. Belle Loomis, both living south of town; and three brothers, John, of East Conneaut; William of Springfield, and Eugene of North Conneaut. He was 57 years of age. The funeral will be held from the Kingsville Methodist church Wednesday at one o'clock. HON. JOHN C. STURTEVANT STRICKEN SUDDENLY, DIES ___ Hon. John C. Sturtevant, former congressman from the Erie-Crawford district, dropped dead in Conneautville at noon Friday. He was on his way from the family home to the Conneautville bank when stricken with heart failure. A passing auto-mobile was brought into service and Mr. Sturtevant was taken home. He died while walking from the machine to the house. Mr. Sturtevant was one of the most widely known men in northeastern Pennsylvania, being president of the Conneautville and Linesville banks, and having served in the Fifty-fifth congress. He was 76 years old and leaves a wife and two sons, Watkins T. of New York and Paul, of Pittsburgh. Other surviving relatives are one brother, Ritner Sturtevant of Springboro, and two sisters, Mrs. I. S. Krick and Mrs. Lawrence of Conneautville. He was a cousin of Dr. L. P. Sturtevant of this city and was well known to many people here and of the vicinity. H. P. RICHARDSON ___ Well Known Resident of Monroe Died Suddenly This Morning of Heart Failure. ___ Henry P. Richardson, a life long resident of Monroe, died at the old family home, southeast of Monroe Center, this morning at half past nine o'clock. Death came very suddenly, and was a terrible shock to relatives and friends, as Mr. Richardson arose and dressed as usual this morning. About two weeks ago, Mr. Richardson contracted a severe cold, but at no time was he confined to his bed. His death was directly due, however, to heart failure. Mr. Richardson died in the home where he was born April 15th, 1847, his parents being Jonah R. and Urama Richardson. In 1878, March 17th, he was united in marriage to Miss Mahala Blood of Monroe. Mr. Richardson was one of the most highly respected residents of this vicinity, honored for his honesty and upright qualities. He is survived by his wife, and one sister, Mrs. Charles Gear, of Monroe. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 10:00 o'clock, fast time, at the home, and at 11 o'clock from the M. E. church at Monroe Center, Marine Lodge, I. O. O. F. , having charge of the service. Interment will be made in the family lot at Kelloggsville. FUNERAL OF MRS. RICHARDSON YESTERDAY ___ (1915 written in pencil here.) The funeral of Mrs. Mahala Richardson, respected Monroe Center resident, whose death occurred Monday morning after a few weeks' illness, was held yesterday afternoon at the home of her nephew, Harley Blood on the Middle road where she had made her home for the past seven years. Rev. Benjamin of Pierpont officiated at the funeral services. Interment was made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. A large number of friends and relatives from Conneaut and the surrounding community and from Cleveland were present at the services to pay a last tribute to the deceased. DEATH COMES SUDDENLY TO FARNHAM MAN ___ William Frock, Stricken at Noon Saturday, Died That Evening. ___ Prominent Man and Long-Time Resident of the Community - Lived on One Farm for Forty Years. ___ William Frock of Farnham was suddenly taken by death Saturday evening at five o'clock, the cause of his demise being neuralgia of the heart. Mr. Frock seemed in the best of health in the morning and went out into the field to work. At about eleven o'clock he returned to the house and from then until the time of his death, was in great agony. The deceased was 77 years of age and had lived in the vicinity of Farnham for the greater part of his life. He had lived on the farm on whch he died, for the past forty years. He is survived by three children, Miss Alta, Irving and Roy, all of whom are at home. There are also two sisters, Mrs. Lydia Wier, of Oklahoma, and Mrs. Wm. Woodbury of Farnham. The funeral was held this afternoon from the Farnham church at 2:30, Rev. Montgomery, assisted by Rev. Wynn, officiating. Interment was made at Kelloggsville. LOG CABIN CLUB WILL MEET AT COUNTY FAIR ___ Jefferson, Aug. 28. - The Log Cabin on the fair grounds is completed and is being rapidly filled with old relics, old furniture, etc. It has been suggested that the Log Cabin club hold its annual reunion at the Cabin, beginning this year. The fair officials think this suggestion a good one, and will arrange for a meeting of the club at the cabin on the fair grounds on Thursday, September 2nd, at eleven o'clock. Speakers and music will be provided and the occasion will afford a most excellent opportunity for those interested to meet and become acquainted. MAN HELD TO GRAND JURY ON SERIOUS CHARGE ___ John A. Christman Charged With Having Committed Rape on Twelve-Year-Old Girl. Arrested and Bound Over to Court - Held in Default of Heavy Bond - Child Tells Story Only after Close Questioning. ___ A revolting case was heard this morning in Judge Dorman's court, in which a local man John A. Christman was tried on the charge of committing a rape upon a girl of 12 years of age, Alice Thornton of Corry, Pa. The testimony of the girl was to the effect that she came here from Corry, Pa., on Sunday last to visit relatives here, of which she has several, that she went into a restaurant on Washington street, and there she met the defendant, who is related to her by marriage. In the afternoon, she testified Christman took her out to a farm where he is supposed to be working and that after showing her a loaded pistol, and making various threats, committed the alleged assault against her desire. Later in the evening, the plaintiff alleged, Christman brought her to town, and she went to see her great-aunt, living on the East Side. Her relatives there tried to persuade her to stay during the night, but the girl persisted in leaving,, saying she had got a room in the city and paid for it. This statement, under cross examination was found to be untrue, and it was also learned that owing to the strange manner of the girl her East Side realtives followed her when she left tracing her to the west end of the High Level bridge, where she again met Christman, and thence to a restaurant on Washington street, and from there to a room which Christman rents in the city. Realizing that all was not right, the relatives communicated with the police, and night chief Karus proceeded to the place and took the girl away, her relatives taking her back to their home on the East Side. Even then they knew nothing of the alleged offense, but yesterday the girl admitted to them that Christman had attempted an assault on Sunday afternoon and this morning confessed that intercourse took place. The matter was thereupon placed in the hands of attorney M. R. Smith and Christman, who has been in jail since yesterday on issuance of a warrant, was brought in to answer the charge Judge Dorman held the case sufficiently serious to warrant him in committing Christman to the grand jury under a $1,000 bond, and Christman was taken back to jail to await arrangement of his bond. If such arrangements can be made. FRUIT GROWERS! LISTEN TO THIS ___ Michigan Orcharist Picked 2,600 Bushels of Spies From 110 Trees. Visitor Here is One of State's Best Known Fruit Men - Sold 5,000 Barrels of Duchess One Season. ___ Conneaut orcharists have something to look forward to if they expect to get into the same class with a fruit grower visiting in the city today. Charles B. Scudder, of Augusta, Mich., is a guest of City Solicitor Mygatt. He owns some apple orchards which speak for themselves. That is they produce the kind of fruit which brings in the coin of the realm, and money talks. From 110 Northern Spy trees he has just harvested 2,600 bushels of the best fruit. By best fruit is meant A No. 1., hand picked, and the lower grades were not taken into account. That's about 24 bushels to the tree, which is quite a record. A few years ago he marketed 5,000 barrels of Duchess of Oldenburgs from one orchard. Then, too, he has orchards in which other species are grown. Mr. Scudder is known as one of the best fruit men in Michigan and Michigan is a fruit growing state. It is renowned for its apples, which, perhaps, do not have the bright color and appearance of the Hood River and Washington fruits, but which, neverthe-less, have the flavor to the Nth degree. And who wants to eat an apple for its looks. It's the flavor that tickles the palate. FUNERAL OF THE LATE MRS. MIRANDA LILLIE ___ The funeral of Mrs. Miranda Lillie was held at the home of Mr. Chas. Marcy on the State line, Sunday at 1 p. m., conducted by Rev. R. E. Benjamin. Interment in the Pierpont cemetery. Mrs. Lillie had just returned from a visit to her children in Conn- eaut. She spent Christmas day at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. H. Leonard, where several of her relatives and friends went to make joyous the occasion. She complained of having contracted a cold when she returned to the home of her daughter, with whom she lived. Her condition, however, was not thought serious. She ate supper with the family Thursday evening and went to bed in the best of spirits. But when her daughter went to call her the next morning it was found she had passed without a struggle from the sleep of a nature to that of death. She was a member of the Congregational church of Pierpont. She was dearly loved by all who knew her. She leaves to mourn her death, eight children, five girls and three boys, several grandchildren, one brother and a host of friends. DEATH OF MRS. G. OWENS OCCURRED THIS MORNING ___ Highly Esteemed Woman Passed Away After Many Weeks of Suffering - Burial in Conneautville. ___ The death of Mrs. Catherine E. Owens, wife of George Owens, occurred at her home, 455 Jackson street, at 9:45 o'clock this morning, after a lingering illness with tuberculosis. She had been very seriously ill and confined to her bed for the past ten weeks. Mrs. Owens was born in Orangeville, O., but her home for years before she came to Conneaut, was in Conneautville, Pa. She was born December 24th, 1878. Besides her husband, two little daughters, Alice, 10, and Catherine 8, survive. In the family there are also her father, James Hart, and four sisters, Mrs. Thomas Sheehan, Mrs. Nellie Cleary, and the Misses Dorothy and Margaret Hart, all of Conneaut-ville, and one brother, John Hart, of this city,, and one uncle, Patrick Hart,, who made his home with Mr. and Mrs. Owens. Mrs. Owens was a member of St. Mary's church of this city. The remains will be taken to Conneautville on the early Bessemer train Friday morning, for a funeral service, and burial. The service will be held in St. Joseph's Catholic church of Conneautville, though the time has not been definitely decided upon. JAMES HEWITT DIED SUDDENLY ON SUNDAY ___ Well Known and Highly Respected Citizen Succumbs to Neuralgia of the Heart. ___ James Hewitt died very suddenly at his home, 279 Jefferson street, Sunday evening at 8:15, death being caused primarily by neuralgia of the heart. Mr. Hewitt had been in poor health all winter, from an injury received early in the winter at the Nickel Plate shops, and from rheumatism, but his coniditon was not judged to be serious until a few moments before his death. Mr. Hewitt was born in Springfield township, Pa., forty-nine years ago. He had been a resident of Conneaut many years, and was highly respected by all who knew him. Besides his widow, one son, Will Hewitt, two brothers, W. D. Hewitt of Liberty street and Ford Hewitt of Springfield, and one sister, Mrs. May Darling, Harbor street, survive. The funeral has been set for Wednesday at 1 o'clock, and the service will be private. Interment will be made in the Springfield cemetery. IMPRESSIVE SERVICES FOR LATE J. O. HEWITT ___ An impressive and beautiful funeral service in memory of J. O. Hewitt was held at his late home on Jefferson street, Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock. The service was private, only the close relatives being present. Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church, delivered a sermon that brought a deep sense of comfort to the family that had been so suddenly bereft. The service was private on account of the precarious health of Mr. Hewitt's mother, Mrs. Mary E. Hewit, who is past eighty years of age. The remains were taken to East Springfield, Mr. Hewitt's birthplace for interment. WIND, SLEET AND SNOW MAKE CITIZENS SHIVER ___ (1915 written in pencil here) After recovering from the shock and the damage caused by Thursday night's terrific wind storm the community today was forced to adjust itself to even more disagreeable weather. Wind, rain, sleet, snow and mud combined in a successful effort to render conditions overhead and underfoot as miserable as possible. RESIDED HERE OVER SIXTY YEARS ___ Mrs. Amelia Johnson Died This Morning in Erie After a Long Illness - Daughter of Pioneers. Mrs. Amelia Johnson, widow of the late William Johnson, died this morning at ten o'clock at Hamot hosiptal, Erie, after an illness with cancer, extending over a period of many months. The Johnsons had lived in East Conneaut practically their entire life. Mr. Johnson died several years ago. Mrs. Johnson had resided with her son Myron in the old home since that time. She was ill in Grace hospital here and upon improving sufficiently to be about went to Erie to be with her daughter, Mrs. Henry Vollant. There she was again compelled to enter the hospital. Mrs. Johnson was well past sixty years of age. She was the daughter of Lorenzo and Myra Norton, long time honored and respected residents of East Conneaut, now both deceased. Two brothers reside here, H. K. Norton of Farnham and A. L. Norton of Amboy. A sister, Mrs. George Thompson, resides in Erie. The body will be brought here on Nickel Plate train No. 5 this afternoon and will be taken to the late home where funeral services will be held Monday at 2:30 p. m., Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church officiating. DEATH OF MRS. J. W. PARKER ___ Esteemed Resident of Underridge Road Expires After Much Suffering. (1916 written in pencil here) Mrs. J. W. Parker died at the family home on the Underridge road, at 9:25 o'clock last night, of chronic heart trouble and dropsy. Viola L. Coates was born near Harmonsburg, Pa., February 9, 1854. At the close of the Civil War with her father, Sergant Orris J. Coates, Co. I, 2nd Pa. Cavalry, she moved to Kelloggsville, this county, where she spent her early life. While but a young girl, she united with the Methodist church, of which she was ever an efficient member. On February 9, 1876, she was married to J. W. Parker. Besides her husband she leaves six children to mourn her loss: Roy A. Parker, and Orris S. Parker, of Geneva , Ohio; Frank B., Jessie L. and Paul J., living at home and Mrs. Flora L. Montgomery of East Conneaut, also three grandchildren, Alfred and Elizabeth Parker of Geneva and Elmer P. Montgomery; one brother, Alfred W. Coates, of Silvan Springs, Ark.; and a sister Mrs. Alfred Stevens of Daniel's avenue. She was a member of Lone Star Grange No. 1610. Funeral services will be held at the late home Monday, January 31, at eleven o'clock Eastern Standard time. The burial will take place in Kelloggsville cemetery. CHRISTMAN IS SENTENCED TO PENITENTIARY ___ John A. Christman, of this city, was taken before Judge Roberts of the common please court at Jefferson early today and changed a former plea of not guilty to an indeterminate plea of not guilty of rape. He was immediately sentenced to an indeerminate term in the Ohi penitentiary. Christman was arrested here early in September and was bound over to the grand jury by Justice Dorman. The grand jury found a true bill against him. DEATH OF MRS. McGUIRE WIDOW OF ENGINEER The death of Mrs. Daniel McGuire at Erie this week recalls the great Ashtabula diaster in 876. Mrs. McGuire ws the widow of the Lake Shore engineer who hauled the ill-fated train that went through the bridge and into the deep ravine at Ashtabula in the year of the Centennial exposition. McGuire escaped, as the engine did not go down with the bridge, and he was active in aiding in the rescue of the injured passengers. ** OBITUARY** Mrs. Caroline Blakeslee Frock Caroline Blakeslee Frock was born in Conneaut township, June 4, 1855. She was the daughter of Wolcott and Mirza Blakeslee, the former having emigrated from New England, and making his home here became one of the sturdy pioneers of the township. Her home for the greater part of her life was in the immediate vicinity of her birth. She attended school in Kingsville and Conneaut. While but a young girl she became a member of the South Ridge church, of which she remained a loyal member. She was married on Nov. 25, 1880, to Wm. Frock. For several years she had not been physically strong, but her final illness was less than a week in duration, and death came on Friday, Jan. 31, 1913, as a result of heart disease and bronchial trouble. Hers was an upright and true character. She was reserved and conscientious as a woman, she was faithful as a wife; she was loving and sympathetic as a mother. There are left to miss this one who has gone, besides the husband, one daughter, Alta; two sons Irving and Roy; two sisters, Mrs. B. G. Mathewson of Monroe, and Mrs. T. L. Pierce of Conneaut; three brothers, F. H. Blakeslee and A. E. Blakeslee, both of Conneaut, and W. E. Blakeslee of Muscatine, Iowa. A brief service for the relatives and immediate friends, was held at the home, followed by the one at the church, Rev. J. P. Krum, of Andover, former pastor officiating. The floral offerings were many and beautiful, seemingly expressing the real character of the one who is gone, and speaking peace and sympathy to those who remain. Burial was made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. STINE-HALL WEDDING A wedding occurred in Jefferson yesterday afternoon in which many Conneaut people will feel a lively interest. At 4 o'clock, Miss Marietta Hall and Cleon A. Stine were united in marriage, and after the ceremony they returned to Ashtabula, and from there went to Cleveland, where they will spend an indefinite time. The bride, who came to Conneaut two years ago from Angola, N. Y., has been employed by the Mazda Lamp company, and she has become a general favorite in a large circle of friends. The groom is one of the young Nickel Plate engineers, on the Buffalo division, and he is held in high regard by fellow employees and all who know him. On their return, Mr. and Mrs. Stine will make their home on the corner of Harbor and Evergreen streets. DEATH OF CYRUS FERGUSON CAME SUDDENLY TODAY ___ Aged Resident of Monroe Sat Down To Breakfast Table and Immediately Expired. ___ The death of Cyrus Ferguson, one of the oldest residents of Monroe, occurred at his home southwest of Monroe this morning, at 8:45 o'clock. Death came very suddenly, as Mr. Ferguson was up and about the house at an early hour this morning, and Saturday made a trip to Pierpont. He went to the dining room this morning to eat his breakfast, and had just seated himself at the table, when death came. It is thought that his demise was caused by the infirmities of old age, as he had been failing quite rapidly for the past two months. Mr. Ferguson was 77 years of age the 27th day of last November. He was born in Hanover county, Vermont, and came to Ashtabula county to this immediate vicinity with his parents when he was nine years of age, and thirty four years ago he moved to the place where his death occurred. Mr. Ferguson is survived by two children, a son George, at home, and Mrs. D. L. Call of Hiler street, this city. The arrangements have not been completed for the funeral, and will be published later. MRS. RICHARDSON MONROE RESIDENT, DIED TODAY ___ To the great regret of her many friends, Mrs. Mahala Richardson of Monroe died this morning at seven o'clock, aged sixty-six years, after an illness of but a few weeks. Her husband died three years ago and since his demise Mrs. Richardson has made her home with her nephew, Harley Blood. The funeral will be from the late home on Wednesday at one o'clock, and the interment at Kelloggsville, Rev. Benjamin of Pierpont officiating. CARD OF THANKS We wish to tender our thanks to all our friends for their many acts of kindness during our bereavement in the death of our dear husband, father and son; to all for the beautiful flowers; also the singers and the minister for his comforting words. We wish also to thank the I. O. O. F. for their kindness. Mrs. Blanche Headley and daughter, Freda Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Headley Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Steele ** OBITUARY ** Again God has taken from our midst a fond and loving husband and father. Mr. Fred Headley died from hemorrhage at the home of his father, July 26, 1915. Fred was the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Headley, of Monroe township, Ashtabula county, Ohio. He was born on Feb. 13, 1888, in Ashtabula, Ohio, and was united in marriage to Miss Blanche Steele, Jan. 22, 1908, of Monroe township. Being of a genial disposition he had won a large circle of friends, who extend their deepest heartfelt sympathy to those so sadly breaved. 'Ere he had ceased to mourn for his sister he was called to meet her in that better land. He leaves a wife and daughter, Miss Freida, aged 7 years, a father and mother, 4 sisters, Mrs. Clara Johnson, Misses Irene, Lulu, and Leota and one brother, Leland. The funeral was held at the church at Hammonds Corners, conducted by Rev. Lloyd Smeltzer. Interment was in Kelloggsville cemetery. Marine lodge 823 I. O. O. F. attended in a body to pay their last respects to their brother in fraternity. He has gone from his dear ones, his child and his wife, Whom he willingly toiled for and loved as his life. O, God, how mysterious and how strange are Thy ways. To take from us this loved one, in the best of his days, SEVERE BURNS RESULT IN DEATH OF YOUNG MATRON ___ Mrs. C. L. Kellogg Died Yesterday After Three Weeks. ___ Clothing Caught Fire When Gas Stove Flames Enveloped Body - Taken to Hospital Where Hope Was Held Out For Her Recovery. One of the saddest occurrences that has ever happened in the city, compelling the entire sympathy of the community, took place yesterday afternoon when Florence, the young wife of C. L. Kellogg, succumbed in Grace hospital from the effects of burns received some three weeks ago in her home at Beaver and Fifteenth streets. It will be remembered that the dreadful accident occurred on June 23rd, a particularly chilly day. The gas stove in the sitting room of the home had been lit, and while Mrs. Kellogg was standing with her back to it, her skirts caught fire, and in a moment the flames had licked their way over the fabric right up to the neck. Mrs. Kellogg sustained very severe burns before the flames could be extinguished, and her condition was so serious that she was removed to the hospital. At that time, however, although it was recognized she was in a critical condition, every hope was maintained that her recovery was only a matter of time. The unfortunate young lady, however, did not make the progress hoped for, and the tragic incident culminated in her demise yesterday afternoon about 2:30 o'clock at the hosptial where she had lain since the accident. Mrs. Kellogg was only 23 years of age, and leaves to mourn her a devoted husband and little son aged two and a half years. She is also survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Headley of Pierpont, and by four sisters and two brothers, all of whom have been thrown into the greatest sorrow by the bereavement which has so suddenly overtaken them. Funeral obsequies will be conducted at the late home tomorrow morning by Rev. A. E. Kemp at 8:30 o'clock eastern time. The remains will then be taken to the church at Hammond's Corners, where services will be conducted at 1:30, after which interment will be made at the deceased young lady's old home, Pierpont. FUNERAL OF THE LATE A. B. RANDALL, SUNDAY ___ The funeral of the late Alonzo B. Randall was held from his late home in Bushnell Sunday morning at 10 o'clock, the Rev. Mr. Brown, pastor of the Methodist church of Kelloggsville officiating. The home was crowded to the doors with sorrowing relatives, friends, brother Odd Fellows, Masons and members of the State Police Camp of Monroe, and of other orders to which Mr. Randall belonged. Rev. Brown took for his text, Isaiah 58, and part of the 12th verse, "I have cut off, like a weaver, my life." His sermon was strong and comforting. Miss Ednah Hayward sang two selections, "Lead Kindly Light," and "I Am a Pilgrim and a Stranger." The pall bearers were brother Odd Fellows - I. P. Felch, O. J. Bacon, George Dawson, S. K. Swain, E. L. Bacon, and T. J. Anderson. The flowers were most beautiful, the orders of which Mr. Randall was a member, and his many friends, sending to the bereaved family beautiful expressions in the way of flowers of their esteem of the deceased. Interment was made in the Kelloggsville cemetery, the I. O. O. F. having charge of the service at the grave. HONORED MRS. WELLS One of the most prettily appointed meetings of the Auf Wiedersehen club for the year occurred Thursday evening at the home of Miss Evelyn Deck on the east side, who entertained the club as a courtesy to Mrs. Lee Wells, the "newliest-wedded" member of the club. The early part of the evening was spent with amusing contests, stunts, and music, and then Miss Deck served a most delectable supper. The scheme of decoration in the dining room was worked out in pink and white, with pink and white sweet peas. The centerpiece was a beautiful bride's cake, adorned with pink and white sweet peas and smilax. The bride was requested to cut and serve the cake. Mrs. Wells was presented with a most desirable chafing dish, Miss Madeline Lumley making a clever little speech of presentation. BRIDEGROOM KNOWN HERE The wedding of Miss Gertrude Whelpley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Whelpley, Ashtabula, and Rev. Carlysle H. Holcomb, of Croton, O., was solemnized Wednesday afternoon at the home of the groom's parents, Dr. and Mrs. H. C. Holcomb, Ashtabula. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W. A. Myers of the Church of Christ. Rev. Holcomb is at present pastor of the Christian church at Croton, O., and after a short trip in the southern part of the state he and his bride will make their home there. The Holcomb family home was for a number of years in Pierpont, where many friends now reside. The bride was a popular Ashtabula girl. MRS. HATTIE FOSTER DIES AFTER A LONG ILLNESS ___ The Departed Had Been a Resident of This Section Nearly All Her Life - Funeral Wednesday. ___ All day Monday death hovered over Mrs. Hattie Foster, wife of H. P. Foster of the east side, and at 4:30 o'clock claimed its toll. Mrs. Foster had been in poor health for the past two years, and for the past six months, she has been confined to her bed, except at rare intervals. Monday morning she seemed to experience some sort of shock, losing consciousness, from which she did not rally. Her death was caused by a complication of diseases. Mrs. Foster, who was Miss Hattie Fowler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Fowler, was born February 7th, fifty-nine years ago, in Amboy. Except for a few years during which she lived in the west, this vicinity has been her home. She lived a beautiful Christian life, was a kind and loving mother, a steadfast friend. Mrs. Foster is survived by three daughters, Mrs. W. C. Dickey, Mrs. W. A. Neal, and Miss Nora Foster, all of this city, and a son, Allison Foster; three sisters, Mrs. Addie Eaton of Kingsville, Mrs. Clara Williams of Los Angeles, Cal., Mrs. A. E. Vrooman of Painesville, and three brothers, W. O. Fowler of Buffalo, C. A. Fowler of Big Prairie, O., and Henry Fowler of Kingsville. The funeral will be held at the home in East Conneaut Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. Olin Clarke Jones of the East Conneaut M. E. church officiating. Interment will be made at Kellogsville. PROMISES OF MARRIAGE DENIED ___ $5000 Breach of Promise Suit Being Heard in Jefferson ___ Woman, Now Married, Asks Damages From Man, Now Also Married - Prominent Saybrook Farmer. __ BULLETIN Jefferson, Oct. 27. - After securing a jury and as the case was about to go to trial this afternoon, a settle-ment was affected in the Mrs. William Hyde, nee Van Luven, case against Bates. The settlement provided that the defendant pay the costs of the case. At the same time a pending case in which Bates was plaintiff and in which the administrator of the estate of Lewis Luvan, deceased, father of the plaintiff in the breach of promise action, was defendant, was also settled, the plaintiff paying the costs. ___ A jury in common pleas court at Jefferson is listening today to testimony in the trial of a breach-of-promise case, wherein Mrs. William Hyde formerly Miss Mabel Van Luven, of Harpersfield, is suing Jay C. Bates, prominent Saybrook farmer for $5000. Both parties to the action have been married since the suit was filed. The plaintiff is a daughter of the late Lewis Van Luven, of Harpersfield, who was killed by a son upon the occasion of the father's shooting and killing the mother on the night of November 14th, 1913, the boy being exonerated by a coroner's jury. The defendant, Jay C. Bates, is a well-to-do farmer, residing in Saybrook. Bates is the plaiantiff in an action filed against the administrator of the estate of Lewis Van Luven deceased, wherein he seeks to recover a judgment in the sum of $500 for money alleged to have been loaned to the late Mrs. Van Luven, through the daughter, plaintiff in the suit on trial. Mott G. Spaulding represents the defendant and J. H. Copp and H. E. Starkey represent the plaintiff. The plaintiff's petition, in part, alleges that plaintiff and defendant, on or about the 20th day of July, 1912, agreed to marry one another, said marriage to take place on the 28th of April, 1914; that the engagement between the parties to the action continued from the day of said promise to the date of March 18th, 1914, when the defendant married another woman; that in consequence of the conduct of the defendant, the said plaintiff lost said marriage and was injured in her health, and feelings and is deprived of the gains, profits, comforts and happi-ness which would have resulted from the marriage with him. The defendant's answer to the allegations contain-ed in plaintiff's petition set forth, in part, that the parties to the action were engaged to be married, but that on June 21st, 1913, plaintiff wholly dissolved, ignored and discharged defendant from his said promise and refused and failed to marry defendant on the day set; that on two occasions thereafter the parties agreed to be married, but the plaintiff refused to carry out the agreement and in the early part of the month of November, 1913, again wholly releas-ed and discharged defendant from his performance of said contract. The defendant's petition further alleges that the sole reason for the agreement to marry, as made at different times in 1913, on the part of the plaintiff, was that she might, by holding out the same to this defendant, induce him to loan her various sums of money, which he did; that a short time before the marriage of the defendant, plaintiff stated to defendant that under no circum-stances or conditions would she marry him. EPIDEMIC OF SICKNESS GRIPS CONNEAUTVILLE ___ A threatened outbreak of smallpox, 25 cases of mumps and 25 cases of grippe caused Dr. Roberts, county medical doctor of Meadville, to close the schools, churches and amusement places of Conneautville yesterday. While it was reported in some sections that Dr. Roberts would quarantine the town, he had not taken the action when he returned to Meadville last night. It is expected he will return here today. The smallpox victims, Edward Frazer and Earl Beebe, have rapidly recovered and are expected to be out in several days. They have been ill for two weeks. Doctors of the town have been rushed with work in connection with the outbreak of mumps and grippe. HAMMOND'S CORNERS. Mrs. Grace Hicks and children of Conneaut are visiting relatives and friends in this vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. Emma Waid and family spent Sunday with relatives at Shadeland, Pa. W. W. Bromfield and family entertained Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Sweet of Geneva, O., Sunday. C. E. Lawrence is remodeling his barn. Come to the literary entertainment at the church Friday evening, June 11, and see the Brown family, also a few old batchelors of this place. Admission ten cents. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Housel, of Conneaut were local visitors Tuesday. A large number from this place attended Decoration at Pierpont. MOTORCYCLIST COLLIDES WITH TWO VEHICLES ___ Willis Fuller, of Farnham, Suffers Fractured Leg and Other Injuries. ___ Hits Buggy Going in Same Direction, is Thrown Across the Road and into Side of Approaching Auto - Occupants of Vehicles Escape. ___ Willis Fuller, proprietor of the South Ridge mills at Farnham, was seriously hurt last evening when he was thrown from his motorcycle after running into a carriage and an automobile as he was climbing the Center road hill just north of the two covered bridges, at Farnham. The mills are located beside Conneaut creek at the foot of the hill and Fuller had just left the mills to go to his home at the Corners. It was about eight o'clock. No fault attaches to either the driver of the auto-mobile or to the occupants of the buggy. All were young ladies and each vehicle was on the right side of the road. The cyclist, in explaining the accident, says, he saw the automobile coming down the hill and figured to give it a wide berth. He did not see the horse and buggy, however, evidently being blinded by the automobile headlights. Turning out for the machine he struck the buggy a glancing blow, wrecking the buggy wheels, and was thrown across the highway and into the side of the automobile. The collision threw Fuller heavily to one side of the road. His left leg was badly fractured and numerous bruises sustained. He was taken into the Wm. Wright home where his injuries were dressed by Drs. Leet and Warner. This morning he was taken to his own home. The Misses Mildred and Laura Hogle and Miss Marion Hamilton, occupants of the buggy were thrown out when the cycle collided with their vehicle but none of them were seriously hurt. Miss Hazel Wright, who was driving the automobile, was unhurt. The Wright Hudson-six was somewhat damaged. BIG STACK AT LIGHTING PLANT NEARS COMPLETION ___ Expert Chimney Builders are Raising Structure 125 Feet Into the Air - "Conneaut" Spelled Out in Big Letters to Tell People Where They're At. ___ That the new smoke stack of the municipal electric light plant is a very handsome structure is the opinion heard on all hands. The chimney will, so Superintendent Ben Laubach told a News-Herald reporter today, be finished about the middle of next week, and when completed be 125 feet high, with a six foot flue. The outside diameter at the top will measure 7 feet 4 inches, and at the base 11 feet 8 inches. The work is being done by the Alphonse Custodis Chimney Construction company of New York city, and they certainly know their business. "I never saw a better lot of mechanics," said Laubach today, "and they are putting up a first-class job. The work was only started a week ago yesterday, and will be finished by Tuesday or Wednesday. The work of installing the new boilers and stokers will be proceeded with just as soon after the chimney is completed as circumstances will permit." A pleasing feature of the new stack is the word "Conneaut" let in with slate colored letters vertically placed on both sides, so that strangers approaching the stack from either end of the bridge cannot fail to keen the name of the city in mind. HOUSEL-VAN GORDER Slipping quietly away from the city on separate trains, on Wednesday September 18th, Miss Pearl Van Gorder and Clyde M. Housel went to Jefferson, secured a license to marry, and were there united by the Rev. D. W. Knight, pastor of the Methodist church of Jefferson. After the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Housel went to Chicago and other western points, where they spent the week, arriving home yesterday, when they announced their marriage to their friends. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Al Van Gorder of Oil City, and has made her home in Conneaut for some time past with her aunt, Mrs. F. L. Lillie, Beaver street, with whom the young people are residing at present. The groom is a west end Nickel Plate engineer, and is popular in a large circle of friends and fellow employees. Mr. and Mrs. Housel will make Conneaut their home, and expect to go to housekeeping in the near future. TURNER-HAIG WEDDING Last evening at 8:30 o'clock occurred one of the prettiest weddings of the season, when Miss Ethel M. Haig, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Haig of Center street, became the bride of Mr. Chauncey J. Turner, son of Mrs. Melissa Turner. The ceremony was performed in the presence of about thirty relatives and friends in the living room of the home. The bay window was banked with ferns and palms and there were two pedestals wound with pink and white surmounted with bouquets of pink and white carnations in front of which the bridal party stood. The color scheme of pink and white was carried out on the grill between the hall and living room being wound with pink and white with similax interwoven, and carnations were used in profusion. Mr. Robert Pelton played the bridal chorus from Lohengrin and Miss Grace Upson in her charming voice sang the beautiful words, as the party marched down the stairs and took their places. Little Miss Cathleen Haig of Ashtabula carried the ring in a large white rose. Miss Haig made a charming bride attired in her wedding gown of white marquisette over satin. She carried a beautiful bouquet of white bride's roses. Rev. A. A Brown of the Methodist church performed the ceremony. Immediately after the ceremony a wedding supper was served. The dining room, in which the bride's table was laid, being decorated with a huge centerpiece of carnations and ferns in a gold basket and streamers of pink and white reached from the chandelier to the corners of the table. Seated with the bride and groom were Mr. and Mrs. Truesdale, Mrs. A. A. Haig and daughter Cathleen, Mrs. G. W. Haig and Rev. Brown. The bride is one of Conneaut's most popular young ladies both in social and musical circles and has a host of friends who wish her joy. She is a graduate of C. H. S. in the class of 1906. The many beautiful and costly gifts received by the young couple attest their popularity. Mr. and Mrs. Turner left this morning on an eastern trip. Out of town guests were Mrs. M. F. Drury, Girard, Pa.; Mrs. J. Harvey McCloskey and son Kenneth of St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. J. E. Nebel, Cleveland, O.; Mrs. A. G. Haig and daughter Cathleen, Ashtabula; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Anderson, Ellsworth, Wis.; Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Brydle, Kelloggsville, O.; Mrs. Kate Crowther and Mr. and Mrs. ?????????? rest of article missing. MORRIS WOLF TAKES BRIDE IN CLEVELAND ___ Was United in Marriage to Rosie Solomon Tuesday Afternoon By Rev. Liebovitz. ___ Morris Wolf is a foxy fellow, as he has recently proved to his Conneaut friends. It happened like this. On Tuesday, Mr. Wolf told his employees at his grocery store on Broad street that he was going to Cleveland to servie as best man at the wedding of a cousin. Upon his return, when asked if he was best man, Mr. Wolf answered, "The VERY best man." Explained this meant - that on Tuesday afternoon at 6 o'clock, Rosie Solomon of Cleveland was united in marriage to Mr. Wolf, the ceremony being quietly performed at the AnoheEmeth Congregation, 2712 E. 51st street, in Cleveland. The Rev. Dr. H. A. Liebovitz united the couple. Mr. Wolf has been a Conneaut merchant for years, and is at present owner of the Wolf grocery store on Broad steeet. He is a genial man who has a host of friends, who wish him and his bride the greatest happiness in their wedded life. PAGES HAVE SON A seven pound son was born Sunday afternoon, july 21st to Mr. and Mrs. William Page of Bushnell. VALUABLES GONE, ALSO FARMHAND __ Lad Arrested at Fostoria Believed To Have Taken Valuables From C. E. Curwood Home. ___ Word was received here Tuesday night that Raymond Skinner, nineteen, wanted in this city on a grand larcency charge had been arrested in Fostoria, on suspicion. An affidavit sworn to by C. E. Curwood, of the Center road, charges Skinner with taking about sixty-five dollars worth of property from the Curwood home last Sunday. Young Skinner's home is at Orient, O. He is said to be the heir of considerable property, and to have lived at Orient with his grandmother, Mrs. B. A. Skinner, his guardian. He came to Conneaut early last June and applied at Meinke's livery for work. Fred Meinke secured him a place on Curwood's farm. He had worked there until last Saturday. On that day the Curwood family went away for the day. On arriving home in the evening they found that Skinner had absconded and that considerable of the family's personal property had also disappeared. The missing articles include a Mackinaw coat, a silver watch, a suitcase, three rings, a Canadian gold dollar, a savings bnk, containing about four dollars and what loose change was left lying about the house at the time. The night operator at the Nickel Plate here received a message Tuesday from the operator at Fostoria to the effect that a lad had been arrested there who said he was from Conneaut. Chief Randall, telephoned the Fostoria police today and found who the lad was. It is supposed that Skinner was taken off a Nickel Plate train and charged with train riding. MORE GIRLS THAN BOYS BORN IN OCTOBER ___ (1915 written in pencil here) Dr. Stork was elected by a large majority over Mr. Grim Reaper in the vital statistical contest in Conneaut during the month of October, winning out nearly three to one. City Auditor Colson's report for the month shows that there were 13 deaths during the month and 36 births, an increase of 23 in population. The girls had by far the best of the argument in the matter of births, the apportionment being 22 girls and 14 boys. Of the thirteen deaths four were caused by heart trouble, this cause leading all others. Three died violent deaths, a record being set when two deaths were attributed to murder. The third violent death was accidental, being caused by automobile accident. One death resulted from pneumonia. The other five were distributed as follows: cholera infantum 1, cancer 2, indigestion 1, paralysis 2. BABY WEIGHS ONE POUND Johnstown, Pa., Sept. 25. - A perfectly developed baby boy weighing one pound was born today to Mrs. Sheridan Oldham. The mother is 18 and the father 21. Both baby and its mother are doing well and doctors say that the child will live. "It's a perfect doll and as pretty as a picture," says the baby's proud grandparents. ESTEEMED LADY PASSED AWAY ___ Mrs. Lydia E. Fuller Died At Son's Home at Noon Today. ___ Was a Member of a Pioneeer Family and Had Lived in This Vicinity Entire Lifetime. Mrs. Lydia E. Fuller, venerable and esteemed lady who has been a resident of this vicinity practically throughout her lifetime, passed quietly away at the home of her son, O. A. Fuller, at Farnham, at noon today. The infirmities of age, together with the weakening of the heart, caused her death. She had not been in good health for some months past. Mrs. Fuller was seventy-one years of age and was a member of a pioneer family, long held in high regard. The son with whom she lived, one brother and three sisters, T. P. Farnham, Mrs. Mary Haviland, Mrs. Flora Young, all of this place, and Mrs. Emma Buss, of Lily Dale, N. Y., survive. The funeral, complete arrangements for which have not yet been completed, will be held Monday. L. B. JOHNSON FOUND DEAD ___ Well Known Resident of Bushnell Died Alone and Had Been Dead Thirty-Six hours When Discovered By Neighbors. Lester B. Johnson, age 58, a well known resident of Bushnell, was found dead in bed Sunday morn-ing. Mr. Johnson had evidently been dead thirty-six hours when found. Mrs. Johnson was absent at Albion visiting a son and Mr. Johnson was alone in the house. On Friday morning he went to a neighbor's house and bought some bread. He complained of not feeling well. Friday evening the neighbor saw him again and he said he was feeling better. That was the last seen of Johnson alive. Sunday morning two or three neighbors went to the house and found the door locked. They contrived to get the door open far enough to see Mr. Johnson's body lying on the bed. They telephoned to this city for Doctor Leet who instructed the men to enter the house and see if the man was alive. The door was forced and word was sent here that Mr. Johnson was dead. Dr. Leet and Coroner Baxter went to Bushnell and decided that death was due to acute indigestion. From the rumpled condition of the bedclothing and the appearance of the corpse, the conclusion was drawn that Mr. Johnson must have suffered greatly before death came to relieve him. On a table a large oil lamp was still burning, which indicated that death had occurred during the night of Friday. RUNAWAY LADS IN DELAWARE The Conneaut Boys Who Disappeared Have Been Located and Apprehended By the Police - Will Be Returned Here. The Conneaut lads who ran away from home Sunday have been located. The boys got as far on their trip as Delaware, Ohio. A message received today by Chief of Police Randall was from the chief of police of Delaware and said that three boys hailing from this city had been apprehended there and would be held awaiting instructions. The runaways are Roy Fillinger, Dudley Beals and Tony Morano, all sons of well known families. The three left here Sunday afternoon, going, evidently, first to Cleveland and traveling south from there on Big Four freight trains. The much distraught parents are arranging with Chief Randall to have the boys brought home. MOON-WHITTER In Jefferson Wednesday morning occurred the marriage of Miss Josephine M. Whitter, of Colebrook, and Harry Moon, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Moon of Daniels avenue. Rev. M. J. Slutz pastor of the Jefferson Methodist church performed the ceremony at the office of Probate Judge C. C. Babcock. The "Honey" Moon trip was made to the bride's home in Colebrook, and tonight they will return to the home of the groom's parents. Tomorrow they will enter upon the exigencies of housekeeping in the newly furnished home on the Dorman road, East Conneaut. Mr. Moon is a machinist at the harbor, and esteemed by all who know him. FUNERAL OF LATE WILLIAM P. REMMELL ___ Coroner Austin of Geneva came to the city yesterday afternoon and inquired into the circumstances surrounding the death of William Remmell on the docks yesterday morning. After making an investigation the coroner decided that death was accidental. The funeral will be held from the house, No. 168 Fourteenth street, Sunday at 2:30 p. m., standard. Rev. J. H. Rankin will officiate. Besides the wife, who was Miss Eva Batchelor of this city, and the little son, Mr. Remmell is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Remmell, and two sisters all of whom reside at Hadley, Pa. Mr. Remmell's remains will be taken to Hadley for burial, leving on No. 37 on the Lake Shore, Sunday. SOCIETY NOTES * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mr. and Mrs. Earl Titus, Blair avenue, are the happy parents of a daughter weighing ten pounds, born yesterday. Elizabeth Viola is the young lady's name. OVER 7,000 CARLOADS OF GRAPES SHIPPED ___ Big Season's Busniess Done in Grape Belt, Valued at Over Two and A Quarter Million Dollars. ___ The annual report of the Grape Belt business has just been made public, and the figures obtained from various souces, including railroads, wine and grape juice makers, shippers an others directly interested in the grape industry, show that the crop last year was equivalent to 7,072 carloads. The value of the crop is placed at $2,279,475. The 1914 crop amounted to 8,386 cars, this being a record in the history of the belt, while its value was placed at $2,609,415 The railroad figures, as obtained from general freight departments of the several lines, show that the total number of carloads shipped in 1915 was 6,811, which was 741 less than in 1914, and 1,190 more than in 1910. Last year, that is in 1915, the volume of grapes turned into wine and unfermented grape juice in the belt reached 11,800 tons, equivalent to 1,124 cars, averaging 10 1-2 tons to the car. R. B. HUSTON APPOINTED TO GOV'T POSITION ___ Conneaut Man Made Federal Inspector Of Marine Boilers in Cleveland District. ___ (1916 written in pencil here) R. B. Huston of this place has been appointed government inspector of marine boilers for the Cleveland district. The appointment was announced late yesterday and Mr. Huston will enter upon his duties the first of the coming month. E. S. Hunter is chief inspector of the Cleveland district and Mr. Huston will be an assistant under him. Huston has been a marine engineer on the lakes for a number of years passed. He was on the steamer Joseph Wood of the Hanna fleet last season and is well known to Conneaut marine men. They have every confidence in his qualification for the position. The Huston home has been in Bushnell for a number of years. Mr. and Mrs. Huston went to Cleveland this morning and will make their home there in the future. SOME PUMPKINS ___ Irus Bliss Hauls Load of 8620 Pounds To The Cummins Canning company. ___ One of the largest, if not the largest loads of pumpkins ever delivered to the Cummins Canning Company was received at the factory yesterday. Irus Bliss, manage of the Bliss Brothers farm on the Furnace road delivered the whoper cargo of pie timber. There were 8620 pounds of pumpkin on the load. The fact is the more note- worthy because the load was hauled in, over hill and dale, by one team, the big grey percherons for which the farm is famous. No one has figured out yet how many pies were on that wagon but suffice to say there were some few . Four and a quarter tons of pie-filler would make quite a sizeable pie. WELL KNOWN MAN PASSED AWAY ___ John Ruhland Died at Noon today at His home in East Springfield. ___ (1915 written in pencil here) Mr. John Ruhland, an aged and respected citizen of East Springfield passed away at his home in that village at noon today. Death came after a long period of illness, Mr. Ruhland having been confined to his home for over a year. He was sixty-two years of age and had been a resident of East Springfield for twenty years. He is survived by his wife, three sons and three daughters, Jesse, Gaylord, and Howell Ruhland, and Mrs. Charles Blood, Mrs. Burt Everets, and Mrs. Ervin Moyer. Two brothers and two sisters also survive, Frank Ruhland, of Pierpont; Jerry Ruhland, of Clark Corners; Mrs. Addie Weaver, of Pierpont, and Mrs. Mina Boovee of Kelloggsville. Funeral arrangements have not been completed and will be announced later. ONION-HILL NUPTIALS Two of the most popular young people living south of the city were united in marriage Sunday, May 26th when Miss Ruby Hill of Bushnell became the bride of James Onion. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Brown at the parsonage in Kelloggsville. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Hill of Bushnell and has a large circle of friends both in this city and at home. Mr. Onion is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Onion of Hatch's Corners and is highly esteemed by all who know him. The happy couple are at home to all of their friends at their new home at Farnham. CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our thanks to our friends and neighbors also the employees of the Conneaut Can Company for their floral offerings and kindness shown us during the illness and death of our wife and daughter. Also to extend our thanks to the nurses at Grace Hospital. C. L. Kellogg Mr. and Mrs. Fred Headley Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Waring DEATH SUDDENLY CALLS AGED LADY ___ Mrs. Elvira Huston of Clark Corners Died From Effects of Heart Attack - Dropped Dead in Yard - Lived Here Her Entire Life. ___ Apparently in the best of health, Mrs. Elvira Huston of Clark Corners was walking in the yard before her house yesterday morning, with her daughter, when she was taken with a severe attack of heart trouble, expiring a few moments later. Mrs. Huston was seventy years of age and has lived in this vicinity all her life, having been born at Five Corners in West Springfield. She is survived by two sons and two daughters, Lynn and Lee Huston, Mrs. Herbert Brewster, and Mrs. Elsie Walford. There are also nine grand-children. The funeral will be held from the late home Thursday afternoon at 1:30, the Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church here, officiating. * * * * * * Under normal conditions human beings perspire about twice as much when asleep as when awake. * * * * * * ** OBITUARY ** Miss Elvira Hall was born in Springfield, Pa., August 2nd, 1844, being aged 70 years, 11 months and 11 days at the time of her death. In early childhood she moved to Monroe where she has since made her home. In 1865 whe was married to Edmon L. Huston, also of Monroe, who died Dec. 16th, 1904. Four children were born to them, Lynn D. Huston, Mrs. Ellie Brewster, Lee C. Huston and Mrs. Elsie Walford. She also leaves one brother and one sister and ten grandchldren and a multitude of friends. In early life she was born into the kingdom of Christ and joined the U. B. church and like Enoch of old, walked with God until he has said: "It is enough, enter into the joys of your Lord." Her loss is keenly felt but we believe heaven is richer for her going and we try to say "God's Will Be Done." __ A TRIBUTE TO MOTHER Dear Mother how we miss you, Your worth we cannot tell, No earthly love like a mother's love, We know your love so well. We did not think when children And prattling at your knee, That your earthly face would vanish, We thought 'twould ever be. But as the days were passing, Your hair was turned to gray, We felt the time was coming When you would slip away. And now we're left to mourn thee, A mourning without fear, Your Savior will ever guide us, And your spirit will be near. Blest be the God who giveth A mother kind and true; No other gift so precious Can e'er be given you. She taught us of the Savior, Who died for all mankind; But now she rests in Heaven, Earth's cares are left behind. May the mantle of the mother, Be caught by those she leaves, They be ripened with the harvest And gathered with the sheaves. Dear Saviour, help us ever To walk the narrow way, To know our Saviour liveth And helps us every day. Kind friends make sure of Heaven You've no promise of a day, May your treasures be in glory When you shall pass away. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their beautiful flowers and the endearing words of sympathy, especially the telephone girls for their efforts in assisting us in our time of trouble. Also for the beautiful selections sung by Mr. Marcy and Mrs. Hayward and Rev. Kemp's words of comfort about our dear mother. Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Huston, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Brewster, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Walford, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Huston, and their families. OBITUARY Mrs. W. H. Harvey Ella M. Laughlin was born at the Laughlin homestead in Ohio, Feb. 15, 1863. During the year 1878 when Rev. O. T. Wyman held revival meetings in the Putney school house she was one of the first to become a Christian and was soon baptized by the same minister with full assurance of her acceptance with God. She passed away peacefully at her home in West Springfield, Pa., June 5, 1912, after a year of patient suffering. She leaves to mourn her loss a devoted husband, three children, Ralph, Mary and Florence; five brothers, H. J., S. N., W. O., O. H., and B. E. Laughlin, of California, three sisters, Mrs. C. M. Harrington, of West Springfield; Mrs. M. M. Thompson and Mrs. J. R. Wilson, of Conneaut; her father, mother and sister, Mrs. H. H. Hubbard, one brother, Marion, having passed away several years ago. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. E. D. Thompson of West Springfield at the residence Friday, June 7, at 2 p. m. The interment was in the East Conneaut cemetery. OBITUARY Elwin Wilton Frock was born in Monroe township February 1st, 1867 and lived there until his death which occurred May 6th, 1912. When he was four years of age his mother died and he was left to the care of his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Mary Eaton. He was married Dec. 25th, 1889, to Alzina B. Hogle. No children blessed this union. He was a faithful member of I. O. O. F., which he joined some four years ago. In his every day life he was quiet and unassuming, a devoted husband, a kind neighbor and a faithful friend. He leaves to mourn his loss, besides the bereaved wife and aged grandmother, a father, Wm. Frock of Farnham, one sister, Alta, two brothers, Irving and Roy, and a host of sorrowing relatives and friends. "They are not dead; 'tis but the way God gives the broader life. The rose which blossoms best today Has known the pruning knife. They are not dead; 'tis only sleep Whose waking brings the light, And yet - it is our right to weep For those beyond our sight." ** *** *** ** The Ladies' Aid society of the Union church met Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Nate Laird and Miss Letha Laird, who served a sumptuous dinner to about thirty-five members and guests. The time passed in sewing on a quilt which was completed and after the devotional exercises a collection was taken amounting to three dollars and eighty cents, which the ladies will apply on the fund to purchase a thousand pound bell for their church at Hammond's Corners this spring. ** *** *** ** LAURIE VANDERVORT DIED Laurie (Loren J.) Vandervort, a former resident of this city, is dead at his home in Edinboro after a year's illness. Conneaut bricklayers and masons, of which union he was a member, will take charge of the funeral. BEFORE THE COURT TODAY ___ Charles Chadman of This City Assigned to Defend Accused Man. ___ ATTORNEY APPOINTED FOR HIM ___ A Motion to Quash the Indictment Will Be Made - The Prisoner Appeared Unconcerned and Cheerful When Arraigned This Morning - is Confident. ___ Every endeavor will be made to save Jesse Sharp from going to the electric chair. Every device of the law will be appealed to in an endeavor to keep the man who killed Fred Brydle from punishment. His attorney will soon move to quash the indictment found against the man by the special jury which considered the case the first of the week. Sharp was brought into court at Jefferson shortly before noon today and stated that he had no means to employ counsel. Attorney Charles Chadman of this city was thereupon named by the court to defend him. In court Sharp seemed unconcerned and gave every evidence of being satisfied that his claim of justification and that he shot in self defense would secure his release. The court session was short and following it the counsel intimated in conversation that he would early next week move that the indictment be quash-ed. He stated that there was much at fault with the indictment and that he would argue that the man be not tried on that indictment. The court gave the attorney reasonable time to file exceptions to the indictment. MONROE GRANGE FREE FROM DEBT ___ Own Building Worth $2,500 And Have Paid For It in Nine Years - Over A Hundred Members Now. ___ (1915 written in pencil here) Paying off the last indebtedness against their organization, Monroe Grangers, a night or two ago, celebrated quite fittingly the freedom from obligation. A building worth $2,500 is now the full and free property of the grange and is the scene of many activities enjoyed by the people of the community. The money which has paid for the grange home has been raised within the last nine years, which, of itself, is something calling for commendation. The grange has now over one hundred members, working harmoniously and to good effect. ESCAPE FRIENDS AND QUIETLY WEDDED (1915 written in pencil here) 'Twas not for well meaning friends, nor even relatives, to give immediate congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Cornell Fuller, for even though it had been expected that there was to be a wedding, friends were not taken into confidence and the couple went to Jefferson on Wednesday afternoon and there, after procuring the necessary document given out by Probate Judge Babcock, were wedded at the Congregational parsonage by Rev. J. A. Goodrich, who has performed the same kindly offices for many Conneaut young people, and older. Mrs. Fuller was Miss Effie Barber, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hart Barber, of Denmark. She is a sister of Mrs. W. H. Wright, Center street and had often been a guest in the Wright home. She has many fast friends here and is most popular. The bridegroom is a well known young man about town, son of Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Fuller, Farnham, a grad-uate of Conneaut high school class of 1914. He is a highway and bridge contractor with offices in this city. The newlyweds hied themselves away late Wednesday without even intimating to close friends that the expected wedding had already taken place. They spent Thanksgiving in Cleveland with Mrs. B. E. Brayman, formerly of Pierpont but a resident of that city since the death of her husband, Dr. Bray-man, a year ago. Mrs. Brayman is a near friend of the bride. How long they will remain in Cleveland is not known. They will journey westwardly for a few days and are expected to make their home here in the near future. They have the congratulations of many friends. SHOWER FOR RECENT BRIDE One of the prettiest social events of the spring was a variety shower given Thursday evening by Miss Eva Mott in her home on the east side, in compliment to Mrs. Donald Richardson, nee Miss May Crawford. Miss Mott and Mrs. Richardson are both employed in the millinery department of the C. W. DeVoe & Son store, aand the guests were the other lady clerks in the various departments. DELOS HENRY DIED TODAY AT MEADVILLE ___ Wound Self-Inflicted Two Weeks Ago Proved Fatal to Former Conneaut Man. ___ A HIGHER COURT ___ Will Try Henry for the Alleged Murder of His Wife and Mother-in-law - Tragedy Recalled. ___ Delos Henry is dead. A gunshot wound inflicted two weeks ago yesterday after he had shot and killed his wife and his mother-in-law, proved fatal to the murderer and would-be suicide at six-thirty this morning at Meadville. Hovering between life and death for two weeks, at first in the public belief that he would succumb to his self-inflicted wounds, and later giving signs and evidences of a consititution which would withstand the sapping ravages of the wounds which tore a hole in his side, and from the loss of blood, Henry proved a man of both courage and cowardice while in Spencer hospital at Meadville, where he was taken after the tragedy two weeks ago. The event of that Monday when Henry went home in an alleged drunken condition and in a fit of rage is alleged to have shot his wife then his mother- in-law and finally himself, is too well known to need repeating here. The tragedy shocked the people of this community as well as that in which it occurred, for Henry and his family had at one time lived here. He was employed here as a Bessemer engineer and was known to many people. He had not resided here for several years, removing to Girard and later to Meadville. His first wife died while the family lived here. Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. M. H. Bagnall, of East Conneaut, Mrs. Glen Merkle, of Detroit, and a daughter adopted by a sister of Mr. Henry, who resides in Edinboro. A son also survives and makes his home with Mr. and Mrs. Bagnall, here. Arrangements for the funeral have not yet been announced, although it is understood interment will be made in the Fairview cemetery. CARD OF THANKS We hereby extend our heartfelt thanks to our friends and Masons for their aid and sympathy and for the beautiful flowers, also to Rev. Benner and singers who were so kind during the death of our husband and father. Mrs. L. J. Vandervort Mr. and Mrs. Percy Vandervort Mr. and Mrs. Carl Vandervort Mr. and Mrs. Ray E. Clark MRS. MARY ANN LAIRD CALLED TO SPIRIT LAND ___ The Sleep That Knows No Awakening Soothes the Suffering of a Worthy Woman. ___ Life has sung its song of joy and sorrow for another pioneer resident, the spirit of Mrs. Mary Ann Laird fleeing to the fairer land Thursday evening at 12 o'clock, submitting humbly to the edict of Him who doeth all things well, her faith and implicit trust in the Master bearing her up during the dark days of her illness. Mrs. Laird was born in the Highlands of Scotland August 15th, 1831. Three sons, Scott, Nathan, and Burton Laird, and six daughters, Addie Laird, Mrs. F. M. Chilson, Mrs. H. T. Culp, Mrs. P. C. Kritz, Mrs. C. C. Butts and Mrs. Harriet Nedrow, survive, her husband, Horace A. Laird, having preceded her twelve years ago. The funeral is announced for Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock, at the home of her daughter, Addie Laird, No. 220 Chestnut street. MRS. RALPH E. CALL WAS CLAIMED BY DEATH TUESDAY ___ Eva Parmerter Call died at her home on Buffalo street Tuesday evening, after a week's illness. Mrs. Call was born in Monroe in 1883. She was married in 1903 to Ralph E. Call, and has spent most of her life since then in Conneaut. Besides her husband she left two children, Ernest, aged seven, and Irene, aged 5 years. A short prayer service will be held at the home Sunday morning at 11:30 and the remains will be taken to Kelloggsville, where services will be held in the church at 1:30. Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church, will officiate. Interment will be made in Kelloggsville cemetery. SAD DEATH OF YOUNG BUSHNELL MAN The sad death occurred last evening at eleven-thirty of Alton Northway who lives on the Middle road near Bushnell. Mr. Northway, who was only twenty-six years of age, had been sick of a compli-cation of diseases for several years and his end at such an early stage of his career has caused a painful shock to relatives and friends. The funeral will be held from the residence on Saturday monring at eleven o'clock, Eastern time, the burial being made at Kelloggsville. The deceased man leaves his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Northway, two half- brothers and two half-sisters to mourn his loss. OBITUARY Mrs. Eva Call Eva Parmertor was born in Franklin township, Erie county, Pa., April 12, 1883. Her early life was spent in Pierpont, Ohio, and at the age of nineteen she was united in marriage to Ralph E. Call, who at the time lived in Monroe. They began their new home life in New Castle, Pa., immediately after their marriage, which occurred Jan. 21, 1903. After one year they moved to Conneaut, Ohio, where they resided until Mrs. Call's death, Jan. 14, 1913. Mrs. Call was a good and devoted wife, an excellent mother, taking delight in her children's welfare, and had special pleasure in seeing them in the Lord's house, doing little things in His service. She was also neat and careful as to her house and home cares. She leaves to mourn her departure a husband, Ralph E. Call; two children, Ernest and Irene; one brother R. E. Parmertor; a father, Jay Parmertor, besides a large number of relatives and friends. A short service was held at the home on Buffalo street Sunday morning at 11:30, there being a large number of neighbors and friends assembled to share in the sorrow. The procession then drove to Kelloggsville where the funeral services were held, conducted by Rev. A. E. Kemp of the Christian church.. Brother Brown, the pastor of the Kelloggs-ville church, offered prayer. A quartette composed of Mrs. Fred Bennett and Mrs. Dr. Walker, Messrs. Marcy and Kemp, sang. The floral offerings were beautiful. The interment was made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. The following out-of-town guests were present to share the sorrow of Mrs. Call's bereavement: Elmira Rick, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rich, Mrs. Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ross, all of Cranesville, Pa.; Mr. and Mrs. George Parmerter, of Girard, Pa.; Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Parmerter of Ashtab-ula , O.; Mr. and Mrs. James Guthrie, Cleveland, O. ________________ It is embarrassing to borrow money from a deaf friend in a crowd. ________________ DEATH SEVERS MARITAL TIE OF 67 YEARS ___ Couple Here Who Have Enjoyed Most Three Score and Ten Years of Wedded Bliss are Separated. ____ OLDEST COUPLE IN OHIO ____ Alexander Marvin, Aged Veteran Died This Morning at Son's Home From Infirmities of Age. ____ Another veteran of the Civil War was called by death today in the person of Alexander Marvin. Mr. Marvin had been ill for the past two years but it has only been the last three or four weeks that his life has been despaired of. The deceased was born in Angelica, N. Y., April 1, 1826. Later he moved to Pierpont, where he was married to Miss Mary E. Darling, on June 10, 1848. Since their marriage sixty-seven years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin made their home in Pierpont until about two years ago when they came to East Conneaut and took up their residence with their son, B. B. Marvin. According to a recent publication it was reported that Orangeville, Ohio, boasted of a couple who have spent more years of married life together than any other couple in Ohio. They celebrated their sixty-fourth wedding anniversary April 10, but had Mr. Marvin lived until June 10, they would have celebrated their 67th anniversary. About four weeks ago Mr. and Mrs. Marvin came to the home of their son, F. T. Marvin, on Broad street and soon after their arrival there he became very ill and since then no hope has been held out for his recovery. Death was due to infirmities. He was a member of the Second Ohio Heavy Artillery, Co. M. Besides his wife, who is 84 years of age, he is survived by three sons, Chas. C., Benjamin and Fred T., all of this city; a brother, George Marvin and a sister Mrs. Emily Randall, both of Wolcottville, Ind. There were also two other children, a daughter, Mrs. Will Stevens, who died 15 years ago, and a son Frank, who died 20 years ago. The funeral will be held Monday morning at nine o'clock from the home of F. T. Marvin, 649 Broad St., Rev. Wm. Hoag, officiating. Interment will be made at Pierpont. FIREMEN ARE VISITED BY SANTA CLAUS Old Santa Claus, while making the turn by the city hall from Main into Buffalo street on Christmas eve, was surprised to find lights still burning in the fire department. This was rather awkward as Santa likes to work in the dark, but he had several packages with him for the fire boys so hitched up his old reindeer sled to the community Christmas tree (they say you can see the hoof-marks there right now) and slipped into the fire headquarters in a way just known to himself. The next morning, besides presents from himself, the fire boys found he had left boxes for cigars from Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Shram, who took this method of expressing their appreciation of the work the depart-ment did in saving their home on November 13th last, and from R. R. Richardson, Frank Dunn, Safety Director Grace, Dr. Carl Dewey, G. C. Montigney and A. M. Smith. STATE LINE * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Friday, June 14th, was Mr. and Mrs. George Fails' 27th wedding anniversary. They expected their children home for the day and all but one came. But as a surprise, Mrs. Fails' three brothers, Uriah, Norman and Isaac Simons, and their families; Austin Fails, daughter and two grandchildren of Unionville, Charley Tower and wife of Beaver Center, Pa., and Mrs. Joe Webster and three children of Conneaut came with well filled lunch baskets and enjoyed a bountiful dinner. Every one reported a fine time. It had been ten years since Mrs. Fails and her brothers had been together, so it was quite a reunion. It has been decided to make that date the day of a Simons reunion so the first one will be held at the home of Uriah Simons, June 14, 1913. Mr. George Hoskins and Miss Lizzie Fails were married in Meadville, Tuesday, June 18th. They have begun housekeeping on the groom's farm in Pierpont township. Their many friends extend congratulations. MRS. NANCY M'FADDEN PASSED AWAY SUNDAY ____ Aged Lady, Resident of Conneaut for Twenty Years Died After Weeks of Suffering. ____ Mrs. Nancy McFadden died at her home, 695 Maple avenue, Sunday morning at 7 o'clock, after a severe illness of two month's duration with a complication of diseases. About six weeks ago Mrs. McFadden fell from her bed and broke her hip, and since that time her suffering has been intense. Mrs. McFadden was born in Ramelton, Ireland, August 20th, 83 years ago. She came to Conneaut from the birthplace twenty years ago, and this city had been her home since. Mrs. McFadden is survived by three sons, Francis, Joseph, and Samuel, who lived at home, and three daughters, Mrs. George Hazeltine of Bushnell, Mrs. Frank McCoy of Cleveland, and Mrs. A. McAllister, Main street, and thirteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren. The funeral will be held at the home on Maple avenue Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. O. J. Moore, of the First Methodist church officating. Interment will be made in the Center cemetery. CHARLES FARNHAM A GOOD SAMARITAN ____ The Well Known Farmer Takes to His Home to "Make a Man of Him" a Lad Who Took a Bicycle A good Samaritan has been discovered in or near Conneaut. More than that, the man was able to "turn the other cheek" when by so doing, he thought he could help an unfortunate who had treated him badly. A lad of fifteen, journeying along the public high-way, stopped at the home of Charles Farnham, south of the city, last evening and was given a hearty supper with the Farnham family. He said he had been working on a farm somewhere south of there and was on his way to Buffalo, where he hoped to obtain work. Leaving the home where he had been so kindly treated, the young man sought other means of travel than on foot and took a bicycle belonging to his host. Farnham missed the wheel later and tried to apprehend the young fellow in town but was unsuccessful. This morning, however, the boy was caught at the Hogle livery with the wheel, having spent the night at the Watson farm. The owner came after the wheel later and instead of asking that a warrant for the boy's arrest upon the charge of theft be issued he turned to the lad and asked him to accompany him back to the farm, where he could have a home and be cared for in a way that is sure to be to the young man's advantage. The boy, ashamed and humiliated, as he was, could recognize the kindnes and intent of good on the part of Farnham and accepted the man's offer. "I'll take him home and make a man of him," was Farnham's remark as the fellow climbed into the buggy to accopany home his new guardian and father-of- adoption. WHITE LOAF CAKE Three rounding tablespoonfuls butter or pork drippings creamed, then add one cupful sugar and cream again; now place in one cupful sweet milk; sift together two and one-half cupfuls flour, three teaspoonfuls baking powder and one-half teaspoon-ful nutmeg, and the stiffly beaten white of one egg. Pour in greased loaf pan and bake in a moderate oven. MOCK ANGEL FOOD One cup milk set in dish of hot water until it boils. Into sifter put one cup flour, one cup sugar, three teaspoons baking powder and pinch of salt. Sift three times. Into this pour the cup of boiling milk. Then beat well. Fold in well beaten whites of two eggs. Do not flavor cake or grease tin. Bake in a moderate oven. EGGLESS, BUTTERLESS, MILKLESS CAKE One cup brown sugar, one cup water, one-third cup lard, one teaspoon cinnamon, one of cloves, one of nutmeg, one-half cup of raisins, one-half teaspoon of salt. Put all together and boil three minutes then when cold add two cups flour with one teaspoon baking powder; and one teaspoon of soda in a little water. Measure flour before sifting. MIXED PICKLES Three quarts onions, three quarts cucumbers, two heads of cauliflower. Slice in weak brine, let remain in brine and scald; then drain wel. Paste - Six tablespoons mustard, two cups sugar, one and on-half cups flour, one large tablespoon turmeric powder, five pints vinegar. Boil, pour while hote over pickles. BUNS One pint mashed potatoes, one pint warm sweet milk, one pint yeast, one cup sugar, one tablespoon salt. Let rise over night. In the morning add the whites of three eggs, one cup lard. Make as stiff as cake batter, then let rise again. Make as stiff as bread dough, and make into biscuits. Let rise again and bake. BUTTER, EGGS AND SUGAR RISE SHARPLY ___ Reports from wholesale markets today told of the continued rise of such products as butter, eggs and sugar, sharp rises in these commodities taking place yesterday in all the big centers. All brands of creamery butter shared in the rise. Market dealers were offering freshly made dairy butter at 30 cents a pound. Fifty-seven cents was the retail price posted on poultry farm eggs yesterday in many Cleveland stores, an advance of a cent a dozen over the former high record mark. At the market houses retailers were selling freshly gathered eggs for 44 cents a dozen, and storage from 28c to 38c. Seven cents a pound was the new retail price on granulated sugar this morning, the recent rise in the refiners' rates forcing the small leaders to raise their prices a half a cent on the pound. DEATH OF OLD RESIDENT ___ Another old resident of this vicinity was taken by death Sunday when Albert Franklin, aged 61, of Fairview, passed away at the home of Roy Everett of that place. The deceased had been ill for several months but had not given up his work until a week ago. At the age of six years, the deceased was adopted by Mr. Franklin of Russell's Corners. After the death of his foster parents, he continued to reside on the homestead until about nine yars ago when he moved to Fairview. Five years ago he was baptized into the Christian faith to which he clung until the last. He is survived by one sister whose residence is not known and a sister by adoption, Mrs. James Gruey of this city. The funeral was held from the home of Roy Everett this morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. Knapp of the M. E. church officiating. Burial was made in Pierpont. Mr. Franklin was well known throughout the district as a newspaper correspondent, he taking the greatest delight in supplying all the new of his neighborhood. He had corresponded for newspapers all over northern Ohio for the past thirty-five years. FEAR SENT RUTH HARLEY TO INSTANTANEOUS DEATH ___ SHE FEARED LIGHTNING AND IT KILLED HER ___ She Arose From Her Own Bed To Go To Her Mother and As She Passed the Chimney a Bolt Came Down and Slew Her - Parent's Arm Paralyzed When He Picked Up The Child's Body Fear of lightning sent Ruth Harley, aged 11, to her death at her home in North Kingsville. An electrical storm of great severity passed over this section between midnight and 2 o'clock this morning. Ruth Harley had a mortal fear of lightning, and she lay in her bed shaking with fright until she could no longer control herself. She arose from her bed and started to go to her mother for the fancied security of companionship. In obeying this impulse to seek safety in her mother's arms, she seemed to be moved by one of those mysterious influences which are supposed to produce a series of necessitating causes which infallibly bring certain things to pass. If the girl had remained in bed doubtless she would have escaped harm. But terror drove her forth to meet the death she feared. The attending circumstances invest the tragic affair with peculiar features and add an element which appears to support the doctrine of the fatalists. As the girl was groping her way along the wall in the darkness, on her way to her mother's room, she touched a chimney in her room. As if Fate had been awaiting the opportunity which it knew would come, the instant the girl touched the chimney, a bolt of lightning came down the structure killing her instantly. The flash, the accompanying crash of thunder, the shock to the house and the sound of the falling of his daughter to the floor, brought Mr. Harley instantly to his feet, and he rushed into the adjoining room and found the prostrate body. Clasping his daughter's inanimate form in his arms, Mr. Harley attempted to lift it from the floor, but the lfieless body was still so charged with the electric fluid which had quenched the vital spark that Mr. Harley received a shock that partially paralyzed one of his arms for several hours, nor has he yet fully recovered his normal condition. The tragic affair almost prostrated the stricken parents and it shocked the entire community. Mr. Harley is a truck gardener who resides on Lake street just north of the Lake Shore track. PIERPONT MAN PASSED AWAY HERE ___ Death Relieves Suffering of William Potter at Home of Daughter in East Conneaut - Funeral in Pierpont. ___ At half past eight Saturday evening, William Potter, 70 years old, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Retta Britton in East Conneaut. The deceased was born in Steamburg, Pa., but had lived for the greater part of his life in Pierpont. It was about the first of the year that he and his wife came to East Conneaut to make their home with their daughter where he died from a cancerous growth. The funeral will be held on Tuesday afternoon in Pierpont from the Methodist church. A WEE TINY MITE ___ Erie Baby Weighs But Fifteen Ounces And Measures But Eleen Inches in Length. __ One of the smallest babies ever born in this section of the country arrived yesterday morning when the stork left a tiny daughter at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Clarke, West Fifteenth street, Erie. The little one weighs only fifteen ounces, and is about eleven inches long, but all the features are perfectly formed. The arms and legs are so tiny that a wedding ring can be slipped over their full length. The mite's head is about the size of a peach. The attending physician gave it as his opinion that the child would not survive more than three or four days. However, nourishment has been given the baby, and Mr. Clarke thinks it will live. The Clarkes have three other children, and the new baby has been christened Josephine Frances. FAIRVIEW * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * The funeral of Mrs. Alice Duncan was held at her late residence Saturday morning, June 5. Rev. James Knapp officiating. It was one of the largest funerals ever held in this vicinity. FAIRVIEW * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mrs. Charles Greenfield, aged 84, died at her home in Conneaut township, Pa., Thursday, May 27. Funeral May 30. Rev. Knapp officiating. Mrs. Alice Duncan died at her home in Conneaut township, Crawford county, Pa., Wednesday evening, June 2, of dropsy, aged 63 years. She leaves seven daughters, one sister, several grand-children and numerous relatives and friends to mourn her death. Her husband, the late Robert Duncan, died Dec. 1905. A daughter died in 1897. Mrs. Duncan's funeral was held at her late home, Saturday, June 5, at 11 a. m. On account of the funeral of Mrs. Charles Greenfield, there was no preaching service at the Reed's Corners' church Sunday, May 30. Services will be held June 13 at 1 a. m. BABE'S DEATH RESULTS FROM FALL FROM CHAIR ____ Six-Months-Old Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Stevens Died Last Night. ____ Little One Crawled Out of High Chair and Fell to Floor, Sustaining Fatal Internal Injuries. ____ A fall from her high chair late yesterday resulted in the death last night of Marian, the six-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Stevens, residing at 500 Whitney road. The little one was propped up in the high chair while Mrs. Stevens was working nearby. The mother stepped into an adjoining room and the infant, in some unknown manner worked herself loose and fell to the floor. Internal injuries resulted and the tip of the little one's tongue was bitten off. A physician was hastily summoned and did all possible but without avail. The baby died at ten-thirty last evening. Funeral services will be held at the late home on Friday at 10 a. m., Rev. Albert H. Baker, pastor of the Amboy and East Conneaut Methodist churches, officiating. Burial will be in the Center cemetery. A PIERPONT DIVORCE CASE IN ON FILE ___ Jefferson, May 20. - Carl W. Aldrich of Pierpont, is defendant in an action brought by his wife, Hazel M. Aldrich, who asks for a divorce on the ground of extreme cruelty. The plaintiff alleges that she and the defendant were married at Pierpont on September 8, 1910, and they have a fourteen-months-old daughter. That during most of their married life the defendant has made her work at cutting wood and cleaning cow stables and when she would remonstrate with him he would swear at her and call her names. She asks for a divorce, alimony and custody of the child. * * * * Mrs. Warren Risley and son, Clarence, left this morning for Cleveland where they will be the guests for a week or ten days of Mrs. Risley's mother and sister, Mrs. E. L. Phillips and Mrs. Frank Needham, formerly Miss Georgia Phillips. Later they will go to Martins Ferry, where they will visit Dr. and Mrs. Charles Shrieve, the later being another sister, formerly Miss Clara Philliips, of this city. Mrs. Risley and son will be gone about three weeks. * * * * FAIR SEASON AT ITS HEIGHT; OURS NEXT WEEK ___ Ashtabula County Fair Promises Many New and Novel Features This Year - Tuesday is First Day. ___ The county fair season is at its height. Fairs are being held throughout the length and breadth of the land. Everyone is planning on attending some one or two of these annual fall festivals, when all manner of sports and entertainments are to be enjoyed. The Ashtabula County Fair, to which Conneaut people flock by the hundreds each year, will be held the coming week, opening on Tuesday and closing on Thursday. Many special features have been arranged for and all those entertainments which have been enjoyed in the past are promised by the fair management. The Forest City fair at North Randall, just out of Cleveland has been on the past week. The Ohio State Fair opens on Monday and continues until Friday of the coming week. The Conneaut Lake Fair runs three days next week. BURGLARS GET BIG HAUL FROM HARBOR STORE ___ Large Quantity of Canned Goods, Postage Stamps and Other Articles Are Looted. ___ Burglars last night broke into the Broad street store of John Holka and helped themselves to such a quantity of goods that very probably took the plunder away in a wagon. Many dozens of cans of salmon, apricots, peaches, beans, sardines and other delicacies were looted, besides gloves, socks, pens, postcards, cigars and smoking tobaccos. Over a hundred postcards are also missing this morning, besides four dollars worth of postage stamps, and two dollars in small change. The thieves evidently entered through a front window and got away without leaving a trace behind them. The loss will approximate several hundred dollars. FORTUNE-LOOMIS NUPTIALS WERE PRETTILY SOLEMNIZED ___ Wedding Occurred at Bride's Parents' Home at 7:30 - Couple Made "Clever" Getaway." ___ Prominent social happenings of October, 1912, will include the wedding of Miss Ruby Laverne Loomis to John A. Fortune, which occurred Wednesday evening at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Loomis, 181 Washington street. The appointments of the wedding were characterized by simplicity, but with the utmost prettiness. At 7:30 o'clock with Miss Pauline Brown presiding at the piano, playing Mendelssohn's wedding march, the couple took their places beneath an artistic bower of ferns and palms, fashioned in a corner of the parlor. Rev. James H. Rankin, pastor of the Congregational church, performed the ceremony, using the ring service. The bride wore her smart traveling suit of navy blue serge. The decorative design in the living room was carried out richly in red and white, salvia used in profusion giving a brilliant effect. In the dining room, the plan was developed in yellow and white, with yellow chrysanthemums for the floral touches. After the ceremony, the bride and groom received the hearty congratulations of the assembled relatives and intimate friends, about thirty in all. At 8:00 o'clock an elaborate wedding supper was served, covers at the bride's table being laid for the bride and groom, the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Loomis, the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Fortune, and Rev. and Mrs. Rankin. Rosa Heyer catered and the Misses Jessie Benjamin, Lois Chapman and Ruth Dorman made a corps of graceful waitresses. Mr. and Mrs. Fortune left on Nickel Plate train No. 1 this morning for Cleveland, where they will spend the day, leaving tonight for Battle Creek, Mich., to spend several days with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Fortune, the former a brother of the groom. Announcements read "At home after November first, at 305 Cleveland court." Their home has been newly and attractively furnished throughout, and contains almost countless reminders in the way of gifts of the best wishes of their many friends and family connections. Those present at the wedding from away were Mr. and Mrs. Ray Knowlten of Ashtabula, Mr. and Mrs. Wynn Wood and son Will of Omaha, Neb., Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Loomis, grandparents of the bride, of Jefferson, Jim Fortune of Battle Creek, Mich., and Niel Fortune of Mansfield. The new Mrs. Fortune has been a resident of this city for several years, the family coming here from Jefferson. Conneaut has no daughter who is more widely or sincerely liked. For the past four years she has been employed in the Arvine Pelton company store. Mr. Fortune is connected with the Mitchell Hardware company. He is the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. George Fortune and by his upright estimable qualities has won a host of friends. The friends of the bride and groom who were planning on giving them a rousing "send-off" last night, were completely foiled. Mr. Loomis took the couple in a cab to the Lake Shore station, the crowd following, and after driving about in that vicinity, drove them back up Broad street, stopping above the Nickel Plate crossing to let the couple out. They slipped across lots to their own home, where they stayed until their train this morning. The pursuers did not see the brief stop made by the carriage, and followed it closely on its misleading trip clear to Amboy, thinking the couple would board a P. & O. car. The idea of the couple being at their own home never occurred to the outwitted crowd. FIRST SNOWFALL CAME LATER THAN USUAL The snowfall of this morning lent a touch of real winter to the aspect of the city, and visions of the now fast approaching Christmas were most firmly brought to mind. It is interesting to note that the first real snow of the season comes this year at a later date than for several years past, the old lady with the goose feathers showering her compliments last fall on October 27th, in 1913 on October 21st, 1912 on November 2nd, and in 1911 on October 17th. It is stated that this winter, while not exceptionally severe, will be more rigorous than has been the case for several seasons past. JASKALEK - GALINSKY WEDDING JUNE FIRST A prettily appointed wedding, of interest to a great many Conneaut people, took place in Cleveland on Tuesday, June first, at noon, when Miss Elsie Jaskalek, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Jaskalek, was married to Louis Galinsky of this city. Mr. Galinsky is the son of Mr. and Mrs. B. Galinsky, Liberty street. The ceremony took place a the home of the bride's parents, 851 Parkwood drive, Cleveland, before only the immediate families of the bride and groom. The ceremony was performed by Rabbi Greis. Mrs. Nathaniel Barsky, sister of the groom, played the wedding march from Lohengrin. The bride was attired in a modish suit of sand colored silk with hat and shoes to match. She carried a beautiful bouquet of bride's roses and lilies-of- the-valley. At one o'clock the bridal party were served to a wedding luncheon at Baumoel's, after which the bride and groom left on an extended post-nuptial trip in the east. While gone they will visit Buffalo and Albany, take a trip on the Hudson and later visit New York, Atlantic City and Washington, D. C. After June 15, Mr. and Mrs. Galinsky will be at home in their newly furnished residence, 361 Liberty street, this city. Mr. Galinsky is prominent among the business men of this city, being manager of The Leader. He has lived here most of his life and enjoys the high regard of his many friends, who extend to him their heartiest congratulations. MRS. ANN PLATT DIED AFTER LINGERING ILLNESS Mrs. Ann Platt who for the past two years has been a great sufferer, passed away at her home, 724 Clark street, North Conneaut, Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Though she had been ill for that length of time, she did not take to her bed until two weeks ago last Saturday, and for the past week she had been unconscious most of the time. Owing to the complication of diseases from which she suffered, and the uncertainity as to the exact cause of her death, an autopsy is to be held this afternoon. Mrs. Platt was 78 years of age, and had been a well known resident of this city for many years. She is survived by four daughters, Miss Sarah T. Reed and Mrs. George Clark of Kalamazoo, Mich., Mrs. E. J. Smith, Clark street, and Mrs. G. W. Haig, North Center street. The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 standard, at the home, and Rev. A. A. Brown of the Methodist church will officiate. Burial will be Made in Kelloggsville. OBITUARY Mrs. Ann Platt Miss Ann Hoare was born in Beregeitis, England, Sept. 11, 1834. She came with her parents to America in 1854. The following year she was united in marriage to George Wills. Five children were born of this union, Mr. Wills died Dec. 29, 1865. Mrs. Wills became the wife of Daniel Platt Dec. 12, 1869. She was a faithful wife and loving mother. Mr. Platt was called home Feb. 19, 1892. Mrs. Platt joined the Methodist church at the age of 18 years. She lived a peaceful, Christian life through years of suffering and fell asleep in Jesus Sept. 22, 1912. Dear mother farewell. You so sweetly are sleeping, A smile on your lips - After long hours of pain, And though we shall miss you, And long for you, mother, It were wrong to wish you with us again. Gone home, to the dear ones Waiting in glory, - Whose hands Led you down by the waters of death, Gone home - blessed mother, You are resing in Jesus; Farewell! Farewell! Sleep, sweetly sleep. MRS. ELVIN N. CARR DIED IN PIERPONT ___ Well Known and Highly Respected Lady Passed Away Monday Afternoon Greatly Lamented. ___ Mrs. Sarah Carr, wife of Elvin N. Carr, died at the family home on the Center road, two miles north of Pierpont, Monday afternoon at 5 o'clock, aged 57 years. Death resulted from Erysipelas. Mrs. Carr had been ailing for the past year or more, and had been a great sufferer. Mrs. Carr, who had lived in Pierpont township for about thirty-one years, was a widely known and highly esteemed woman. She was born July 28, 1855, at Coytsville, O., and her maiden name was McFarlin. She was married n July, 1879, to Mr. Carr, and they came soon after their marriage to Pierpont. Besides her husband, Mrs. Carr left seven children to mourn her death - three daughters, and four sons, John, Frank, Ward and Roy all of Pierpont. The funeral wll be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home, Rev. Benjamin of the Congregational church of Pierpont officiating. Interment will be made at the Pierpont cemetery. FRANKLIN REUNION The twentieth annual reunion of the Franklin families was held at the residence of E. A. Olin, Crystal street, Ashtabula, Saturday. Seventy-four people were present, and an enjoyable day was spent by all, notwithstanding the rain. There were people present from Michigan, Conneaut, Girard, Pierpont, Monroe, and Conneautville, Pa. After an elaborate dinner a business meeting was called to order by the president, M. A. Franklin. Prayer was offered by Chauncey Lewis, and a program was rendered as follows: Two songs by Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Hart; a song by Helen and Mildred Tryon and Helen McCommon; a song by Dora and Margaret Kinney; a recitation by Albert Franklin, and a recitation by Dora Kinney. Three marriages and one birth for the year just passed were reported by the secretary. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: president, Clayton Kinney; vice president, L. L. Franklin; secretary and treasurer, Mrs. Hattie Franklin. It was decided to hold the next reunion at the residence of Clayton Kinney, at Girard, Pa., Saturday, August 23, 1913. HILL AND LAIRD REUNION The annual reunion of the Hill - Laird families was held at the residence of J. B. Hill at Bushnell on Thursday, August 8th. Seventy-five were present and among this number were represented Conneaut, Painesville, Kingsville, Albion and Mrs. Nancy Hill Webb from Elgin Falls, Ill., and Henry Hill from Spring Valley, Minn. Mr. Hill lived in Monroe fifty-one years ago and has not been here since he left for the west. He was in the war as a soldier in an Iowa regiment. All report a most enjoyable time and arrangements to meet next year with A. D. Hill were made. Mrs. Ellen Hill was chosen president and Mrs. Ray Hill secretary. MRS. HANNAH STERLING IS 100 YEARS OF AGE One hundred years old and happy is Mrs. Hannah Sterling Lowman, of Linesville, Pa., south of here. The lady celebrated her 100th birthday on Monday of this week, when three hundred relatives, friends and neighbors gathered at her home and expressed their joy at her reaching the grand old age. Relatives from all sections of the country made the occasion theirs and gathered at the lady's home. They made it a sort of home coming and many who had not returned to boyhood and girlhood homes for a number of years past, came on this occasion. The lady was the recipient of many beautiful gifts and letters and messages of congratulation came from all parts of the country. She was one of the pioneers of Summerhill township and spent her entire life in the vicinity where she now lives. She was born during the term of President James Madison, and she has lived to see no less than 23 administrations come and go, and during all of these years her health has stood the test of time well and she is today, to all outward appearance, as hale and hearty as many a person 25 years her junior. WEDDING AT PIRPONT A quiet but pretty wedding took place at Pierpont Saturday evening at the home of Rev. R. E. Benjamin, when Miss Elsie Wheeler of Monroe became the bride of Harry Strock of Denmark, a young law student. Both young people are well and favorably known, and have the best wishes of a host of friends. THE HALLS IN MIDST OF DAYATON FLOOD ESCAPE Mrs. Oliver Murphy of the east side received word this morning from her brother, Fred Hall, of Dayton, that he and his wife and daughter were safe. Their home is in the heart of the district where the flood was deepest, and much anxiety was felt by local relatives and friends, of whom the Halls have many as they are former residents of this city. Alfred and Clifford Anderson of Monroe, brothers of Mrs. Hall, having been unable to get word to or from them, left for Dayton this morning, and the word that the family was safe came shortly after their departure. DEATH OF MRS. ETHEL HALLER AT ALBION, PA., WEDNESDAY The death of Mrs. Ethel Haller formerly of this city, occurred Wednesday at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Williams, in Albion, Pa. Friends here were pained when they learned of her demise today. Up to two years ago the lady resided in this city, she going to Albion with her parents when they moved there at that time. A sister, Miss Winnie Williams, resides in this city. Besides the parents and sisters, six brothers survive. The funeral will b e held at the parents home in Albion Saturday afternoon at two o'clock. MRS. ELLEN PERRIN RELEASED FROM SUFFERING Mrs. Ellen Perrin, aged 76, died this morning at 6 o'clock at her home near Amboy, after a long illness originally caused by losing her arm in the machinery at the Crystal laundry nearly a year ago. The shock caused a general breaking down of her strength, and for many weeks she has been confined to her bed. Since her accident she has been cared for by her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dain, who lived in the house with her. Mrs. Perrin has lived the greater part of her life in Conneaut, and has endeared herself to all in her acquaintance by her wide charity and sympathy. Besides her daughter, Mrs. Dain, who is the last of seven children, Mrs. Perrin is survived by one grandchild, and three great-grandchildren, a step son, Sebastian Perrin, one sister, Mrs. Sheldon Van Gorder, of Kingsville, and one brother, Captain D. R. Lynn, of Toledo. Mr. Lynn came Sunday, summoned by word that his sister could not live. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made. YOUNG MAN DIES OF TUBERCULOSIS ____ Lida A. Sleeth Died Last Evening After Six Months' Illness - Funeral to Be Held Thursday Afternoon. ___ After patiently suffering from tuberculosis since last October, Lida A. Sleeth, Evergreen street, succumbed to the dreaded disease at seven o'clock last evening at the home of his father. Mr. Sleeth had resided in this city for the past six years and had been employed by the Conneaut Shovel Co. until his health made it necessary for him to give up. He was twenty-four years old and was born in Alice, W. Va. In August, 1911, he was married to Miss Clara Lamont of this city, who is also suffering from tuberculosis. He has been a loving and kind husband and father, and leaves to survive him, his wife and one daughter, Madeline, three years old, father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. John Sleeth, Evergreen street, a sister Mrs. Lona McGee of Brooklyn, N. Y., and a brother, Earl Sleeth of Weston, W. Va. The funeral will be held from the home of his father, John Sleeth, Evergreen street, Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church, will officiate, and interment will be made in the Center cemetery. WEST SPRINGFIELD GIRL MARRIED On Wednesday, July 7, the wedding of Miss Louise H. Hewitt to Mr. Merle B. Geer was solemnized at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Hewitt, in West Springfield, at eleven o'clock. The ceremony was performed before only the immediate families, the Rev. R. M. Safford, pastor of the Baptist church of that place, officiating. Mrs. Geer was formerly a teacher in the West Springfield High School. She also graduated from that institution as well as from the Edinboro State Normal School. Mr. Geer is a mail carrier in North East, Pa., and the happy young people wil make their home in that city. MARKET OPENS ON MAIN STREET The public market has been moved and tomorrow will open in the room across Main street from the city hall formerly occupied by Holden's second hand store. The Harbor street building has been leased to other parties. The market is expected to remain in the new site during the winter. MARRIED EASTER SUNDAY The announcement of the marriage of Miss Hester C. Bacon of Monroe and Earl G. Kennedy of Pierpont has just been announced to friends in this city. The wedding took place Easter Sunday, April 4 in the parsonage at Pierpont, Rev. safford performing the ceremony. Both young people enjoy a wide circle of friends who are extending their hearty congratulations. UNKNOWN MAN BURIED IN UNMARKED GRAVE ___ Body Picked Up Alongside Railroad Tracks Cared for by Township Authorities - Seven Deaths Under Peculiar Circumstances. ___ Township authorities have seen to the burial of the unknown man who was found dead beside the New York Central tracks a week ago. All efforts to establish an identity proved futile. The North East authorities have sent the body of Eugene Collins to friends at Braddock, Pa. Collins was found dead on the Nickel Plate tracks, east of Northeast on Wednesday morning. Seven bodies of supposed car riders have been found within a distance of seventy miles during the past few months, leading police and railroad detectives to believe that an organized gang of robbers is working through the section, robbing car riders and throwing them from moving trains. ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Mrs. Herbert Hicks entertained the Ladies' Aid society of the Christian church at Hammond's Corners on Thursday at her home in East Monroe. Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Martin spent Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Wright and Miss Norma Bristol. Harry Huntley from Toledo is spending a copule of weeks with L. A. Huntley and family and other friends in Conneaut and vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. John Sancholtz and family from Napoleon, O., were guests of Ray Yarnell and family last week. Sunday they were all visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Gabriel. The funeral of Fred Headley, Jr., which was held Wednesday afternoon at the Hammond's Corners church, was largely attended. Many brothers of I. O. O. F. were present. Rev. Smeltzer of Beaver Center officiated. The Misses Mabel Bromfield, Edith Terry, Florence Rudler and Mr. Rufus Powell sang several selections. Besides the young widow and little daughter, Freda, he leaves his parents and four sisters and one brother to mourn his untimely death. Interment was made at Kelloggsville. Frank Tuttle and family and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Tuttle were in Conneaut Thursday, in attendeance at the funeral of Roland Sterling. ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** WIND AND COLD GRIP CONNEAUT ___ Streets are Deserted While Blizzard Is At Height - Warmer Weather Is Coming. ___ **************************************** (By United Press) Chicago, Jan. 17. - Below zero temperatures were general throughout the middle west again today. The mercury stood at one degree below in the downtown district at seven o'clock this morning, and in the Chicago suburbs, the temperature ranged from three to five degrees below. ****************************************** With the city swept by a thirty-five mile wind, and with an almost continuous though light snowfall being swirled about the streets, citizens of Conneaut for the last twenty-four hours have been practically stormbound. Owing to the high wind, the cold was perhaps felt more keenly last night than has been the case during the present winter, though the thermometer registered nothing very much out of the way. At no time during the last sixteen hours has the mercury gone below two degrees under zero. Weather bureau officials at Cleveland stated this afternoon that more moderate weather would probably maintain, commencing with tonight, constantly rising temperatures. This will be good news for local peach growers, who were this morning anxiously awaiting confirmation of the report that a real cold spell was in prospect, with the temperature reaching ten degrees below or more. HEAVY DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE REAL COLD SNAP ___ Indications Are Early Reports Were Not Exaggerated - Wide Territory Struck. ___ (June 1915 written in pencil here) Since Wednesday night's cold snap, continuous reports are coming to hand of the great damage which has been caused to young vegetation through the ravages of Jack Frost seem to be a great extent limited to Northeastern Ohio and Northwestern Pennsylvania. The damage to the strawberry crop seems to be quite extensive. Local growers complain that many of the plants have been ruined, though the damage in actual figures has not yet been estimated, and ripening fruit has been lost. At Stoneboro, Pa., the crop was nearly entirely destroyed, the loss being approximately $25,000. At Ashtabula growers estimate they will lose sixty per cent of the grapes and seventy-five per cent of the strawberries, while potatoes and other crops are badly damaged. In the Youngstown district, farmers report that even the corn which had started to grow in the fields was ruined, while clover fields were left black and flattened as though scorched with heat. Local losses, although severe, are expected to be quite as bad as was first anticipated. The damage will udoubtedly be heavy. Tomato, and strawberry plants seem to be the worst sufferers. Beans, lettuce and some of the other salads, even, and other home garden crops have been badly damaged. PIERPONT MAIL CARRIER, I. SIMONS, LOST HAND ___ Wrist Was Caught In Slack of Rope From Gasoline Engine Used in Hauling Load. __ Isaac Simons, one of Pierpont's rural mail carriers, living just south of the Pioneer picnic grounds, had a very serious accident Tuesday evening losing his right hand at the wrist and breaking his arm below the elbow. He was using his gasoline engine and pulleys to get pumpkins up overhead in his barn and in some way he got his hand caught in the slack rope while his hired man was up in the barn. Dr. Lewis of Pierpont was called. FIVE BROTHERS TOGETHER For the first time in seventeen years, the five sons of Mr. and Mrs. George Fortune, Sr., were together in their home yesterday. The brothers who reside away, came to the city for the marriage of John Fortune to Miss Ruby Loomis last evening. In the afternoon a picture of the father and five sons were taken in a group. Jim Fortune resides in Battle Creek, Mich., Niel in Mansfield, and Will, George, Jr. and John in this city. The two sisters, Mrs. Ray Knowlton of Ashtabula and Mrs. Wynn Wood of Omaha, Neb., were also here. OBITUARY Florence Harvey Written in loving remembrance of Florence Harvey, who was born April 29, 1902, and died May 30th, 1913. Her mother died one year ago, leaving three children, of whom Florence was the youngest. The funeral was held at her father's home June 1st and was largely attended. Rev. Sleppy preached a sermon full of comforting thoughts to the sorrowing friends, and Mrs. C. White sang two beautiful solos. Burial was made in East Conneaut beside the mother. "Our loved one is gone, the dear patient head, Now rests in its casket alone with the dead. The shadows of life with their joy and their pain Are over, yet her legacy of love wll remain. And the one who was the guide of her and love May also be ours and we may meet her above. In that bright land where partings never come, Again be united in that heavenly home." HEAVY RAINFALL FLOODED RAILWAY TRACK AND CITY STREETS - MUCH DAMAGE IN VICINITY OF GIRARD AND ELSEWHERE Damage wrought by last night's storm was quite severe east of this city the vicinity of Girard suffering most. There the abutments to the Fiske bridge near North Girard, were undermined and two smaller bridges in the township were washed away from their underpinnings. The C. & E. traction line had to transfer passengers well west of Springfield because one of its bridges was endangered after the first car came through this morning. The lowlands were inundated and various kinds of damages suffered as the result of the heavy rainfall which near approached a cloudburst. The section of low country south of Ashtabula was also flooded and caused some little loss to the farmers of the section. The tracks of the P. & O. company were flooded between Ashtabula and Jefferson and cars were unable to get through today during early morning hours. Locally the storm was severe, but did not bring great inconvenience or property damage. The streets were overflowed during the night and for a few hours this morning, but the storm sewers soon carried the waters away. The creek rose to unwonted proportions throughout the night but insofar as we have been able to learn no damage resulted. The storm was one of the worst for many months and probably more rain fell steadily for several hours than would seem possible. A conservative estimate of the rainfall places it at four inches. The local telephone company's lines in the west end of the city were out of commission for several hours this morning. BRENK - RICKARD A quiet but very pretty wedding occurred at the Baptist parsonage in Pierpont Saturday evening at 6 o'clock, when Miss Reta Rickard became the bride of George J. Brenk, Jr., of this city. The Rev. R. M. Safford officiated. The couple was accompanied by the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Rickard of Pierpont. Mr. Brenk has been a resident of this city for several years, while his bride is well known both in Pierpont and Conneaut. Both are excellent young people and their many friends will be pleased to learn of this happy event. They were guests in the Rickard home Sunday and returned Monday to this city where they will make their home. BABE'S DEATH IS CAUSED BY FATHER'S ACT __ Parent in Rage Attacks Six-Months-Old Infant, Death Resulting. ___ Humane Agent Brings About Father's Arrest ___ Harry Stevens of North Conneaut is Found Guilty of Assault; Sent to Jail and Fined - Wife Testifies Against Him. ___ For committing an assault of a particularly reprehensible and brutal character upon his six-months-old baby girl, resulting in the death of the mite on June 2nd, from concussion of the brain, Harry Stevens, of 500 Whitney road, was today committed to the county jail for sixty days and in addition ordered to pay a fine of $100. A story was at first circulated that the tot had in some way fallen from its high chair and bitten the end of its tongue off, as well as suffering internal injuries and in perfect good faith the News-Herald some few days ago published the story. Humane Officer Cain, however, succeeded in obtaining evidence that the facts had been grossly distorted and on making a thorough investigation into the case, had no hesitation in causing the arrest of the heartless father. The exact details of the assault, to which Stevens today pleaded guilty, will probably never be known, but it has come to light that the brutal parent would fly into a rage when the little babe cried and on the present occasion to stop the wailing rammed a feeding bottle in the child's mouth which no doubt caused the injury to the tongue and in other ways ill-used it so that Dr. B. M. Tower, who was called in to attend the case was compelled to ascribe the cause of death to concussion of the brain. Stevens, who seems an arrant coward, as well as bully, exhibited extreme signs of fright when arrested by Constable Helmer and bawled and cried when he was put in the city jail; but his attitude had no effect upon Judge Willoughby, who described the case as one of the most heartless in his experience. It is quite expected that the matter will not end here, and that county officials may take the case in hand, and if such proves to be the case, the defendant will be assured of very little sympathy. Judge Willoughby did not take full advantage of the provisions of the law in sentencing Stevens to jail and in assessing the fine. The guilty man was taken to Jefferson this afternoon by Sheriff Burlingame. A feature of the case was the testimony of the wife of the accused man and mother of the dead babe who testified for the prosecution. Her parents came today, it is understood and will take their almost prostrated daughter to their home near Albion. TWAS A MIGHTY COLD JUNE 56 YEARS AGO The cold weather which now appears to be terminating is not the coldest ever experienced during the month of June, as the following will attest. It has been just fifty-six years ago this past week when the memorable June frost occurred. With it came the destruction of nearly all of the crops in the country. Wheat was a total failure as a result of the frost and all of the garden truck except those plants of the hardier type were completely destroyed. Many of the older residents of this community will distinctly recall the extreme high prices that the various farm products brought in that year and how exceedingly high in price all of the garden products were that year. The weather that year was extremely cold and fire in the stoves throughout the summer was necessary. Many people were forced to put on heavier clothes to protect them from the severe cold. That year all crops were an utter failure. Garden trucks attained the highest price ever recorded. Wheat rose to the surprising price of $5 a bushel and a near flour famine existed throughout the states. It was feared by many people that owing to the extremely cold weather conditions which prevailed during most of this month, that a similar destruction of crops might occur this year, but the weather is now warming up and such will not be the case. MRS. J. L. ROBERTSON CALLED TO THE BEYOND ___ Well Known Lady of Kelloggsville Passed Away After a Brief Illness - Funeral Monday. ___ A summons to the Great Beyond came quite suddenly to a very estimable lady of Kelloggsville, when Mrs. J. L. Robertson succumbed last Saturday to an attack of acute indigestion. The Robertsons had been at their Kelloggsville home but the past two months. They were one time residents of Bushnell and afterwards went to Kelloggsville, going from there to Canton, Ohio, which had before been their home for a number of years. They had returned to Kelloggsville this fall to spend their declining years. Mrs. Robertson was taken suddenly ill last Wednesday and died early Saturday morning. The funeral was held Monday at the late home, Rev. Dr. Brown, pastor of the Kelloggsville Methodist church officiating. Many friends attended to pay a last respect to a beautiful woman. Besides the husband, there survive six daughters and three sons, Mrs. C. L. Stockhouse of Minerva; James, of Cincinnati; Miss Olive, Mrs. J. E. Sell, Burt, Max and Mrs. A. Householder of Canton; Mrs. Dr. Walker of Kelloggsville; and Mrs. W. A. Kimball, of Clark Corners. Mrs. Robertson was 68 years of age. MRS. WARD BROCKETT'S FUNERAL ON THURSDAY A prayer will be said and short funeral service will be held for the late Mrs. Ward Brockett, who died Monday evening at Grace hospital, from the late home, 7 Blair street, at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning, Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church officiating. The remains will then be taken to the former home at Denmark, where the funeral will be held at 2 o'clock in the South Denmark church. Interment will be in the South Denmark cemetery. Mrs. Brockett was thirty-one years of age and was well known and much respected by many friends here. She is survived by her husband and three little children, two girls and a boy, aged ten, eight, and four years, respectively. MRS. FERNANDO C. COLBY PASSED AWAY MONDAY ___ A Lovely Character Was Called When This Estimable Woman Died - Funeral Thursday. ___ Mrs. Nettie Olds Colby, aged 62, beloved wife of Fernando C. Colby, died at the family home in the suburbs of the city, Monday afternoon after an illness of two weeks from grippe and pneumonia. Nettie Olds was the daughter of John and Harriet Olds of East Conneaut, the father having died some years ago, and the aged mother surviving. Two brothers, Will and Alfred, also survive her. Nettie Olds was born on the Olds homestead in East Conneaut sixty-two years ago last Saturday, and she lived on the Colby homestead in Monroe. About twenty-three years ago they built the fine home south of the city and have since resided there. To this union one daughter, Harriet, was born. She grew to young womanhood and died about fifteen years ago, her death causing to fall upon the parents a cloud of sorrow which never completely lifted. Mrs. Colby was a lovely character. Her home life was beautiful and her friendships were cemented by sweetness and faithfulness. Mrs. Colby had very many friends, although she was not one who sought to put herself forward, and her death is the source of sorrow to all who knew her. Funeral services will be held at the family home on Thursday at 1 p. m., Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church, officiating. Interment will be made in the city cemetery by the side of the daughter. MRS. ELIZABETH BREWSTER DIES IN CLEVELAND ___ Mrs. Elizabeth Brewster, aged 38, daughter of Mrs. D. B. Weaver of Monroe and sister of Mrs. William Luke of North Conneaut, died in the city hospital at Cleveland last night of scarlet fever. Mrs. Brewster was a graduate nurse of the General hospital in this city and was well known here. She is survived by two children, Fred aged 14, and Mary aged 9. Another son was drowned about one year ago. The funeral arrangements have not been made. TEAM KILLED BY FAST TRAIN; DRIVER ESCAPES ___ Dorset Man Drove Onto N. Y. C. Tracks Directly In Front of Train - A Most Miraculous Escape. ___ Merrill Haines, 18, of Dorset, had a narrow escape from instant death yesterday as he will probably ever have when the wagon and team he was driving over the track south of the railroad station at Dorset was struck by a passenger train. The train cut the team bodily away from the wagon, which was not touched, missing Haines, who was sitting in front, by a hair's breadth. The horses were carried about seventy feet, one being killed instantly, and the other being so severely injured that it was shot at the first opportunity. Haines had a load of milk on the wagon, and heard the alarm bell ringing as he approached the crossing. He saw a freight some distance down the track switching, and thinking the bell called his attention to that, kept his eyes on it while he crossed the track. In this way he did not see the passenger train approaching from the opposite direction, the noise of its oncoming being drowned by the snorting of the freight engine. The shock of the impact when the locomotive struck the team was sufficient to throw Haines a distance of two rods, and he sustained severe bruises and cuts. Otherwise, although he is detained in the Custard hospital, he is not thought to be injured. DR. MABELLE WATSON MARRIED YESTERDAY The many friends of the bride in this city will be surprised by the news of the marriage of Dr. Mabelle Watson of Ashtabula to Charles E. Gilbert of Cleveland. The wedding was solemnized yesterday afternoon at three o'clock, in the home of the bride's brother, M. G. Spaulding, Rev. Creetus A. Dowell officiating. Immediately after the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert left on an extended wedding trip in the Adirondacks and will be at home to their friends at 245 Northfield street, East Cleveland, after September 1. ATTENDANCE AT PIONEER PICNIC LARGEST EVER ___ Automobiles Superseding the Horse Among the Farmers -Movie and Carnival Attractions Added Much to List of Entertaining Features. __ In speaking of the Pioneer picnic which was held yesterday at Russell's grove, Pierpont, those who attended from this city, state that never before in the history of the annual affairs, has there been such a large attendance at the grove. This was due, not only to the fine weather but also to the number of new attractions added this year and to the wide popularity gained by the picnic in years previous. In addition to the two "movie" shows which were new innovations this year, several of the shows belonging to the carnival which was supposed to have been in this city this week, were on the grounds. One feature which dispelled the conjecture that automobiles were playthings of city folk, was the fact that farmers for miles around with cars representing almost every make, drove to the picnic with their families. One spot that in years before had been devoted to the hitching of horses, was this year lined with automobiles. The machines, however, have not altogether obiliterated the horse and carriage for there were also thousands of these to be seen. One business man in this city stated that were all the carriages and machines put into a line they would almost reach from here to Pierpont. MR. AND MRS. BELDING HAVE A SIX POUND DAUGHTER The class baby of the class of 1912 and '13 made its arrival this morning at Grace hospital. The baby is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Belding, Jr., and has been named Margaret Lucille. Mrs. Belding was formerly Miss Edith Powell of the class of '12 and Alva Belding was a member of the class of '13. "We take off our hats to you, Miss Margaret," is the feeling of the members of these classes today. A 70 MILE GALE DOING DAMAGE ___ Trees and Windows Broken, Signs Torn Loose and Considerable Damage Done South and West of This City. ___ A seventy mile gale this morning broke down trees and wrecked its will on movable articles in the city. There was some excitement at the corner of Main and Broad street, the wind tearing loose from its stays the large sign of the Red Star cigar store. The sign, which hangs across the sidewalk on Main Street, was twisted around and slammed against the building. It hangs about twelve feet in the air and falling would have smashed. Guys were fastened about the sign before it broke loose entirely and it was made temporarily fast in place. Later, the high gale broke one of the big plate glass windows in front of the A. W. Pelton company store on Main street. Minor damage was done in various parts of the city. South of here the wind storm was severe. The home of W. H. Weaver, on the Center road, was damaged considerably. The porch was torn off the house, the chimney was blown off and the woodshed and several small outbuildings were wrecked. Telepone wires are somewhat mixed and information is meager. It is reported that the trolley lines west of Ashtabula were blown down this morning and that there is not traffic between Ashtabula and Geneva. STATE LINE * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Those from a distance to attend the funeral of little Nellie Taft on Saturday were Joe Fails and daughter, Allie, of Plymouth, Ohio. They remained with the former's brother G. M. Fails, until Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Webster and little son of Conneaut, Mrs. Lovisa Fails of Unionville, Ollie Fails from near Erie, stopped a few hours at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Fails. Harry Fails from south of Conneaut, remained until Sunday with his parents. WEDDED IN JEFFERSON Miss Caroline R. Miller of this city and Dell Lawrence, a Pierpont farmer, were united in marriage Monday at the office of Probate Judge Babcock in Jefferson. Rev. J. A. Goodrich, pastor of the Congregational church, performed the ceremony. DR. TUFTS' PARENTS IN MIDST OF FLOODS Dr. and Mrs. J. F. Tufts, who have been feeling the keenest anxiety during the past week in regard to the safety of the parents of the former, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Tufts, and his sister of Loveland, O., received word by both wire and letter yesterday that they were safe, but had met with very heavy losses. Loveland is situated on the Little Miami river, about 23 miles north of Cincinnati, and from last Tuesday night until almost the present time communication has been cut off. Mr. Tufts wrote that the entire business section had been wiped out by the flood, including their jewelry store, of the stock of which nothing was saved. The water reached the highest point in the memory of the residents, being six feet higher than it was in 1897, when it reached the highest mark ever remembered. The water came up in the first story of the Tufts' home, and their household effects are practically ruined. Dr. and Mrs. Tufts had been visiting his parents since the 13th of the month, only leaving for Conneaut on Monday, the day before the flood. They had fully intended to wait until Tuesday, and if they had done so, they undoubtedly would have been in Loveland yet. MRS. HARRY HILL DIED CHRISTMAS MORNING ___ Mrs. Harry Hill died at the family home, 561 Harbor street, Wednesday morning at 5:30 o'clock, from the effects of an operation undergone several weeks ago. Had she lived until May first, she would have been twenty-five years of age. A little baby daughter one and a half years old survives besides the husband. Also her parents and three sisters and four brothers, all of whom live at or near Harrisville, Pa., save one sister, who made her home with the Hills. The funeral will be held at the late home Friday morning at 10 o'clock. Burial will be in the Glenwood cemetery. HAVE 11 POUND SON Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Leffingwell of Kingsville are rejoicing over the birth of a son to them Wednesday, July 31st. The little man weighed 11 pounds, and has been named Frederick Claire. The mother, who was Miss Lelia Fuller of this city, and her son are gettign along nicely. E. A. TINNEY, JR. KILLED AT WALLACE JCT. ___ Popular Young Man Met Instant Death Yesterday Morning. CRUSHED BETWEEN CARS ___ Son of Prominent Family And Was an Exemplary Young Man - Leaves Young Wife and Three-Year-Old Daughter. ___ Edward Tinney, Jr., one of the best known and best liked of the young railroad men in this city, was instantly killed at eight o'clock Sunday morning. A pang of sorrow o'erspread the community as the word went about letting it be known that the popular young man had met his death while in the performance of his duty. Sorrow was more keen, perhaps, in those homes from which the wage-earners go out to duty on the road. To many the dangers of life on the rail was the more keenly felt; made doubly mindful of the fact that the scene of yesterday's tragedy, Wallace Junction, has not dealt kindly with the Nickel Plate men. Grief of the deepest degree entered the homes and struck down wife, father, mother and brothers when the word came telling of the accident which robbed them of one near and dear. No words of sympathy can assauge the wound caused by the tidings. The accident yesterday occurred while the train crew of which Edward Tinney was a member was engaged in switching cars at the junction. John Logue, another popular and efficient Nickel Plate man was conductor. A switch not tightly latched or the riding of a car over the switch-points sent a string of cars, on which the young brakeman was riding, into the side of his train. He was caught between the cars as they came together and crushed. Death is believed to have been instantaneous. The body was brought to the home here shortly and prepared for burial. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 8:30, central, 9:30 eastern time, from St. Mary's church. Burial will be made in St. Joseph's cemetery. The young man was the son of former Chief of Police and Mrs. E. A. Tinney, Sr. Surviving also are the young wife and a baby daughter three years of age. Four brothers are young men well known throughout the city. They are Dexter, who returned home this morning from Chicago, summoned by the news of his brother's death; John, who is aboard the U. S. S. Delaware of the Atlantic fleet; Henry and Paul , at home. The young man was one of exemplary habits, fond of home and his family, an earnest youth, glad of the opportunity to labor for his loved ones, and honor- able in his dealings with his fellow-men. He had resided here throughout his life and counted his friends by the number of his acquaintancees. He has no enemies. The sudden tidings which came to the two families telling of the death of husband and son was most severe. The young wife, widowed in a trice is under the care of a physician. The father was first told of an accident as he came from church. Hastening homeward, he was met by friends and when told of the full portund of the accident fainted on the side-walk. The mother is quite beside herself in her grief. The sympathy of many friends goes out to them. EDWARD TINNEY'S FUNERAL TODAY Over Three Hundred Friends and Relatives Attent Obsequies This Morning. __ Funeral Was One of the Largest Held In This City for Some Time --John Tinney, a Brother, Arrived Home Last Evening from Norfolk, Va. ___ The popularity and esteem in which Edward Tinney, Jr., was regarded by his many friends was forcibly shown this morning, when the last rites were observed at St. Mary's church. The church was filled to capacity with sorowing friends and relatives from Cleveland, Erie, Bellevue, Ashtabula and Saginaw, Mich., and especially prominent among these were the railroad men with whom he has been associated the greater part of his life. John Tinney, a brother of the deceased, who is a midshipman on the U. S. S. Delaware, was not expected to be able to attend, however after obtain-ing special leave, arrived in this city last evening from Norfolk, Va., where his boat is stationed. Father Hefferman delviered a most beautiful address and during the services, Miss Mayme O'Connor sang "Show me the way, Oh Father," in a most effective manner. Special mention should be made of the beautiful floral tributes which were sent from friends and organizations. Individual bouquets were many and especially pretty were the number of large pieces. Following the services the procesion containing several carriages and twice as many automobiles made its way to St. Joseph's cemetery where interment was made. Wm. Corrigan, Thomas Gaffney, Raymond Hyland, John Logue, Bert Williams and Jas. Nolan, all intimate friends of the deceased acted as pall bearers. Among those from out of the city who attended were Mr. and Mrs. Terrence Quinn and Miss Anna Quinn of Erie, Mrs. J. J. Coleman, of Corapolis, Mrs. Wm. Gould and son, Albert of Petrolia and Arthur Keeler of Saginaw, Mich. LIST - PUTNAM WEDDING A VERY PRETTY AFFAIR ___ Chestnut Crest the Scene of A Happy Nuptial Event Which Was Celebrated Yesterday. ___ Dignified in it simplicity and beautified by artistic surroundings, the wedding of Mr. Karl List and Miss Eppie May Putnam at Chestnut Crest at high noon Wednesday was ceremonially conducted in the presence of about sixty of the relatives and near friends of the contracting parties. Rev. R. H. Fairburn, rector of St. Paul's Episcopal church, tied the nuptial knot, the St. Paul's ring ceremony being rendered exceptionally impressive by the celebrant clergyman. The affair was informal in accessory incidents. The bride-to-be and the prospective bridegroom and their attendants mingled with the guests until the hour appointed for the ceremony arrived, and they then took their places in front of the window seat in the living room and the rites were solemnized. Miss Allie Culp acted as bridesmaid and Walter E. Putnam, brother of the bride, attended the groom as best man. During the ceremony, Miss Lola List of Massilon, sister to the groom, played, softly on the piano, an appropriate selection. The bride was handsomely attired in a white voile and the bridesmaind wore a beautiful yellow gown of crepe-de-chine. Each wore a corsage bouquet of roses; the decoration of the entire bungalow carrying out the same color scheme in white and yellow, chrysanthemums and roses being used in the scheme and autumn leaves adding a seasonable touch to the decorations. After the ceremony and felicitations, the guests repaired to the lower floor, where refreshments were served in the beautifully decorated dining room, den and enclosed porch. The bride's table was set in the dining room, and it was attractively decorated with white roses and yellow ribbons. Over the center was a large gold basket filled with white roses, and tied with a huge yellow bow. The favors were tiny gold slippers filled with rice, while little gold baskets at each plate contained the nuts. At the bride's table were seated the bride and groom, Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Putnam, Miss Allie Culp, W. E. Putnam, Miss Lola List, Miss May List, Rev. R. H. Fairburn and Mrs. Phil Smith. The other guests seated at small tables handsomely decorated and delicious refreshments were served in courses. Mrs. Jessie Stoke was caterer and she was assisted in serving by the Misses Cornelia Curtiss, Elizabeth Stines, Helen Marcy, Deweese Wilcox, Harriet Stoke. Miss Jennie Gove and Miss Ednah Horton served at the bride's table, both being cousins of the bride. The favors were gold baskets. As the guests returned to the living room large baskets of paper rose petals were waiting and the bridal party were given the usual shower. As the guests departed, each was presented with a small box containing a piece of the wedding cake. The wedding presents were numerous, rich and beautiful, and in addition to the other gifts the young couple were recipients of cash to the amount of $500. After the wedding breakfast, the bride and bridegroom left on the Lake Shore train No. 44 for an eastern trip. The wedding was in all respects one of the prettiest ever held in this city. The new bungalow which the young people had erected in anticipation of their union, is a beautiful and artistic structure, and the tasteful decorative effects enhanced its attractiveness. The bungalow was completely furnished and equipped just as the couple will occupy it upon their return. The bride is the daughter of Postmaster and Mrs. Charles S. Putnam and for several years she has been a clerk in the post office and has a very wide circle of acquaintances and friends. Mr. List is a jeweler in the H. B. Kurtz store and is a young man of sterling merits and personality extremely popular. Mr. and Mrs. List will be at home at Chestnut Crest after December 1st. Among the guests from out of the city who attended the wedding were: Mr. and Mrs. Walter B. Horton and daughter, Ednah, Maj. Edgard P. Putnam, of Jamestown, N. Y.; Mr. and Mrs. Frank C. Keeler of Cleveland; Mr. Beatty of Akron, Miss Lola List, Miss May List, Massillon; Mrs. Phil Smith, Cleveland; Miss Margaret Howells of Youngstown; Mr. and Mrs. I. Regnor of Ashtabula; Miss Mayme Wright of Westfield, N. Y.; Mr. Oscar Black of Meadville, V. V. McNitt of Cleveland. INFANT DAUGHTER OF DR. AND MRS. DEWEY DIES The infant daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Carl Dewey died this morning at four o'clock, to the great grief of her parents. The little tot was only six days old, and will be buried at Kelloggsville tomorrow afternoon, the funeral being private. SHEFIFF NABS ALLEGED THEIF ___ Monroe Store Burglar Believed to Have Been Taken Near Here by Burlingame and Beardsley. ___ Owing to the activity of Sheriff George Burling-ame and Deputy Sheriff Beardsley, the supposed thief who some ten days or more ago broke into the store of Wilkinson & Son, Monroe Center, and stole various articles, is believed to have been apprehended. Yesterday Steve Kohler, living about five miles southeast of here, near the state line, and said to have a bad previous record, was taken to Jefferson. Working upon clues they had received, the officers proceeded to Kohler's home, where upon learning their business, Kohler is alleged to have grasped hold of an axe. The officers covered him with their guns, and on searching the house found much of the stolen property. FIRE DESTROYS BARN, CONTENTS; A HEAVY LOSS ___ Glenn Thompson Suffers Loss by Fire Caused by the Explosion of Lantern. ___ A bad fire, the extent of the loss from which has not yet been determined, but which will be very considerable, consumed the barn on the property of Glenn Thompson, on the Underridge road, south of the city, Saturday night. The conflagration started, about 7:30 in the evening, the cause being attributed to the explosion of an oil lantern. In a short space of time, the barn was one mass of flames; and despite all efforts was completely gutted. A calf and a pig perished in the flames; while many farm implements, a new wagon, a buggy and tools, besides a large quantity of hay and grain were lost. A silo, erected inside the barn, was also destroyed. The blaze was an object of great excitement to passengers on interurban cars; the barn being situated almost directly south of the car barn. JOHN ALDERMAN DIED EARLY TODAY ___ Well Known Man Passed Away After Short Illness - Was a Volunteer Fireman for Many Years. __ Having been ill only a short time John Alderman early this morning answered the call of death. An operation was performed about ten days ago at the General hospital and it was found that the patient was suffering from a cancerous growth. Since that time very little hope has been held out for his recovery. The deceased was fifty-six years of age, having been born in Albion Dec. 12, 1858. He had lived here over 20 years and was for many years an employee of the Record Manufacturing Co., and for a long time was a prominent member of the volunteer fire department of this city. He will be mourned by a host of friends. He is survived by the widow, one daughter, Mrs. Harry Sweet and two sisters, Mrs. George Richardson and Mrs. Katherine Moore, both of this city, and a half sister, Mrs. Emma Doremus, of Seattle, Wash. The funeral will be held from the late home in East Conneaut Friday at 1:30 p. m. and will be private. Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church will officiate. Friends may call at the home Thursday afternoon and evening. Burial will be made in the cemetery at East Conneaut. KEEPSAKE WATCH IS STOLEN FROM HOSPITAL NURSE Miss Hazel G. Dean, nurse at Dr. Cole's private hospital, is lamenting the loss of a valuable gold watch. Yesterday afternoon, when she went to put it on, it was found to be missing; and although the whole hospital was thoroughly searched, no trace of the missing article could be found. The watch is a 15-jewel Elgin works No. 14,145,646 in a gold hunting case No. 8,871,148; and is valued very highly by Miss Dean as a keepsake. Inscribed within the case are the words "Hazel G. Dean, 1909, from Mother." The police of all surrounding cities have been notified of the theft; and there is every hope the missing watch will be recovered. BROTHER OF MRS. COLSON BURIED AT PIERPONT ___ Edgar L. Williams, Well Known Pierpont Man Dead - Had Resided There For Many Years. __ Edgar L. Williams, of Pierpont, brother of Mrs. William B. Colson, Sr., of this city, died on Tuesday at his home in Pierpont and was buried there yester- day. He was sixty-three years of age and died with diabetes. He had been ill a considerable time. Mr. Williams was a well known man, having many friends here as well as in his home community. He had resided there since he was a young man. Besides the sister living here, he is survived by the widow, two sons, Edgar, Jr., and A. L., both of whom reside in Pierpont; and one daughter, Mrs. Charles Stewart, of Pierpont, Ohio. Rev. Benjamin conducted the funeral services and burial was made in the Pierpont cemetery. W. B. Colson, F. L. and D. M. Hoskins attended the funeral. Mrs. Colson was not well enough to attend the service. OBITUARY Bale Walker Corey, age seven months, twenty-two days, died November eighth at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Corey, Linesville. Funeral services were held at Hammond's Corners church, Rev. R. E. Benjamin officiating. The text was taken from Matthew 18, "Suffer little children to come unto Me." Softly into Heaven faded As a star at morn appears, While we stood in silence 'round him Gazing at him through our tears. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Corey BORN TOMR. AND MRS. WARD JOHNSON Mr. and Mrs. Ward Johnson of Ashtabula, are rejoicing over the birth of a baby son, which arrived at their home in Bunker Hill on Tuesday. Mrs. Johnson was formerly Miss Bess Fuller of this city. TAPS SOUND FOR G. A. R. VETERAN ___ Edwin G. Scramlin Died Late Wednesday At The Home of His Daughter. __ (1915 written in pencil here) Edwin G. Scramlin, aged and honored resident of East Conneaut, scholar and soldier, died on Wednesday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. A. E. Black, where he had been for the past few days since his condition made his care in his own home more difficult. His death was not wholly unexpected by relatives and friends. He was a veteran of the Civil war and was an honored member of the Custer Post No. 9, G. A. R. Edwin G. Scramlin was born in Laurens, Otsego county, N. Y., and moved to Erie county, Pa., when eleven years of age. In his childhood he was consecrated to the ministry and baptized in the Methodist church. But in his early manhood he decided on teaching as a vocation and the greater part of thirty years was given to that work. He was at one time principal of the East Conneaut school. He was an able student of mathematics and history, often tutoring college students and teachers in the first named study. The past summer he has been in failing health, but was not confined to his bed until the night of the 23rd, and lapsing into unconsciousness, passed away at the setting of the sun on the 24th. Besides the widow, he leaves one daughter, Mrs. A. E. Black, and one sister, Mrs. Rosell McKay, of Comal, Ark. The funeral was private and was held at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Black, at 3:00 o'clock this afternoon. Rev. A. H. Baker, pastor of the East Conneaut Methodist church, and Rev. Harold Jenkin, pastor of St. Paul's Espicopal church officiated. Burial was in the East Conneaut cemetery. HORSE BREAKS LEG ON MILL STREET HILL A horse belonging to June Sawtelle, south of town, stepped into a deep hole on the Mill street hill yes-terday afternoon and broke a shoulder, which necessitated killing the animal. At first it was not thought the bone and been broken and hopes of saving the animal's life were entertained. However, Veterinarian B. M. Freed was called and decided the horse would have to be done away with. MR. AND MRS. ALEX MARVINC CELEBRATE 65TH ANNIVERSARY For more years than it is granted most people to live, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Marvin of the East Side have shared life's joys and sorrows, and yesterday surrounded by children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and other relatives, the remarkable couple celebrated the sixty-fifth anniversary of their wedding day. Miss Mary E. Darling and Alexander Marvin were united in marriage by Rev. Sullivan of Jefferson, June 10th, 1848, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Darling, in Pierpont, where she had resided since she was seven years of age. The bride was in her seventeenth year when she was married, having been born in Massachusets, December 24, 1831. Mr. Marvin was five years her senior and he had been a resident of Pierpont for two years. He was born in Wolcottville, Ind., April 2nd, 1826. Mrs. Nancy Hoskins of this city, who is eighty-five years of age, is the only person who attended the wedding outside of the family, who is still living and she was in attendance at the celebration yesterday. Mrs. Marvin was one of nine children, eight of whom are still living. She was the eldest of seven girls and one of the two boys, James Darling, Jr., died only last year. The other brother O. C. Darling, of this city, who has been spending the winter in Florida, is expected to arrive home today. The six sisters are so widely scattered that it was impossible for them all to get here for yesterday. When James Darling died, it was the first break in the family circle to occur in twenty-eight years, the mother having died that many years before. The father's death occurred a number of years before that of his wife. Mr. Marvin has a brother and a sister living in Wolcottville, and there are a number of grand-children and great grandchildren residing there and in Ashtabula and Painesville. A reunion is being planned for July and the entire family will be together at that time. The celebration yesterday occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Marvin on Peach street, East Conneaut, with whom the "bride and groom" make their home. Until last April they resided at the old home in Pierpont, but as their son and his wife had recently moved to Conneaut, leaving the old people alone, it was thought best for them to come also. Besides the son and wife with whom they live, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin have two children surviving from a faimly of eight. They reside in Conneaut also - Charles and Fred Marvin. They, with their wives were present, besides Mr. and Mrs. Brantley Marvin, Mr. and Mrs. John Hannah, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Fisk and daughter, Pauline, Mr. and Mrs. Will Fuller and daughter, Ulala, Luella Marvin, Frank Marvin of Andover, Howard, George and Irene Marvin, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Darling and William Canada. Miss Pauline Fisk and Miss Ulala Fuller were representatives of the fourth generation. A sumptuous dinner was served at noon and the rest of the day was spent by the young folks in playing games, and by the older ones in talking over old times. It is hardly possible for people today to grasp the changes which have taken place since Mr. and Mrs. Marvin clasped their hands, and started out on life's journey together. They took a wedding trip, it is true, but it could hardly be compared with the bridal tours young couples of today enjoy. Instead of luxurious trains, motorcars, yachts, and other modern conveyances, young people of their day were happy to be able to take a trip with a horse and wagon - even covered buggies being almost unheard of at that time. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin, the morning after their wedding, climbed in a "crackey" wagon, in which two chairs had been fastened, and thus drove in state to Kinsman, where they spent a three days' honeymoon. They returned to Pierpont, where they lived until last April. They have not been separated, except during the year and a half Mr. Marvin served in the Civil war. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin are a very exceptional and remarkable couple. They both enjoy excellent health and are very active. Until they came to live with their son, Mrs. Marvin attended to all her own household duties, and day before yesterday, she made enough delicious salt-rising biscuits, which her family say no can make as she does, to feed the hungry gathering yesterday. The minds of both are wonderfully clear and bright and it is keen pleasure for their children and grandchildren to hear them tell tales of the days when they were young together. They come from families that are noted for their longevity, Mr. Marvin's grandfather, Seth Marvin, having lived to ghe age of 106. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin both say they do not feel a bit older than they did sixty-five years ago, and they are looking forward to many more years of happy life together. FUNERAL OF HIRAM DALRYMPLE HELD IN MONROE AT 11:30 The funeral of Hiram Dalrymple, one of the oldest and most highly respected residents of Monroe, who died at his home just east of Bushnell on the Middle road Friday night, was held this morning from the home at 11:30. Rev. Benjamin of Pierpont officiated, and in his sermon he drew many beautiful lessons from the useful upright life which Mr. Dalrymple had lived. The flowers were extremely beautiful and profuse. Mr. Dalrymple was 79 years of age and he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Shave of Pierpont and Mrs. Loucks of Cherry Hill, and three sons, Sam, Frank and Bernie. SPRINGBORO WAS ALMOST RUINED __ Fire Almost Wiped Out the Borough Last Saturday - Loss Estimated at $100,000 - Sanitarium Was Saved. __ Springboro, Pa., twenty miles southeast of here, was almost wiped off the map Saturday night by the most destructive fire the little borough has ever experienced. The entire east side of Main street in the business section was completely destroyed. The fire was of unknown origin and started in the Wiard block. Before it could be stopped it had destroyed that block and those adjoining. Windows on the opposite side of the street were broken by the intense heat and a loss of nearly $100,000 was sustained. The burned structures were partially insured and all will be rebuilt. Fire companies from Albion were rushed to Springboro by a special Bessemer train and assisted the Springboro companies to get the fire under control. Otherwise the entire borough might have been fireswept entailing much greater property loss. The fire was threatening the Sheldon sanitarium on the west side of the street when the Albion fire department arrived and devoted its first energies to keeping the conflagration from seizing the sanitarium. Patients were removed to safe places when the sanitarium was threatened. OBITUARY Alexander Marvin born at Angelica, N. Y., April 2, 1826; died April 10, 1915, at the home of his son, Fred Marvin. Married to Mary E. Darling June 10th, 1848. Had he lived till June 10th would have been married 67 years. Has always been a kind husband and loving father. Served 1 1/2 years in Second Ohio Heavy Artillery, Company M. Converted at age of 61 yars and united with the Congregational church of Pierpont, Ohio. Leaves wife, and three sons to mourn his death. A daughter, Mrs. Will Stevens, dying 15 years ago and a son, Frank, dying 20 years ago. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the many friends and neighbors and Orders for the beautiful flowers sent during the illness and death of our dear husband and father. Also the many friends at Pierpont, for their kindness. Mrs. Alexander Marvin. Mr. Charles Marvin Mr. Fred Marvin Mr. Benjamin Marvin. FORMER MONROE MAN DIES AFTER SHORT ILLNESS ___ Alonzo Anderson Died of Diphtheria at North Bessemer --Burial Today at Pierpont ___ The many friends of Alonzo Anderson, formerly of this city, will be grieved to learn of his death yesterday in North Bessemer by diphtheria after an illness extending one week. His body was brought to Conneaut last night and removed to Pierpont, where burial was held today. Mr. Anderson was thirty-two years old. He was married eight years ago to Blanche Hardy, of this place. Until two years ago the family lived south of here on the Middle road, whence he moved to Cranesville, Pa., where he has since made his home. Besides his wife, he is survived by two sons, Hardy Elliot, 6, and Ronald Alonzo, 4; his parents Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Anderson, State Line road; three cousins, G. H. Anderson, of this place, ?? Anderson, of Pierpont and ??? Anderson of Monroe. One uncle, ?? Anderson, also lives in Monroe Center. REMEMBER A YEAR AGO TODAY? BIG SNOW STORM A real snow storm struck this section a year ago today. October 21, 1913. This date brings back to mind one of the keenest gales and snowstorms that we had had for years. Boats were held up, railroads had difficulty to get trains through, and telephone lines were affected. Rather a contrast to the weather of today, which resembled late July rather than the anniversary of one of the coldest and fiercest gales seen in the regions of the Great Lakes for many years. Just a year ago yesterday rain had fallen steadily all day long, changing at evening to a fierce gale that swept the lakes with frenzy. In the morning it had changed to a small blizzard, with snow and vivid flashes of lightning and loud crashes of thunder. Traffic on the C. & E. line was tied up until late in the forenoon, and the P. & O. got cars through at rather indefinite intervals. But that was a year ago. Today has been one of the nicest days that anyone could wish. Old Sol was at his best. LITTLE PIGGIES OF WEE BABE ARE FROZEN ___ The Most Desolate Yet Worthy Home Found in Geauga County. ___ Children's Feet Frost-Bitten - Family Lives for Weeks on Frozen Potatoes. ___ Chardon, O., Dec. 29 - When complaint was made that a man living in Williamsfield, a village near here, was neglecting his horse, investigation showed that his family was destitute. The man, his wife, and their six children, had been living on frozen potatoes five weeks. The baby, clad only in a gingham apron, had both her little feet frozen; and the feet of three other children are suffering from frost-bite. The man speaks seven languages, including Chinese, but says he is unable to work much owing to ill health. The entire village has come to the assitance of the family. NEW STRECTH OF DOUBLE TRACK ___ The Bessemer Lays and Opens New Track From Cunningham to Woods, Distance of About Four Miles. ___ The Bessemer railroad has placed in service a new stretch of double track which will greatly assist in the handling of trains on the south end of the road. The new track is laid from Cunningham to Woods, a distance of about four miles. The stretch of track was a difficult one to construct and has proved a very expensive improvement, as many men have been working on the improvement for the past two years. Business on the Bessemer is at high tide at present, more ore being sent over the road than at any time in the history of the road. In addition to the heavy increase in business in other branches of the freight business, especially in coal, which is also making a record at present. An ore train is sent out to Albion every forty-five mintues to keep the orders filled for the mills in the Pittsburgh district, and present indications are that the heavy business will continue all through the season and that the ore record that the road holds will be beaten by many thousands of tons. WEDDED IN JEFFERSON The wedding of Miss Ruth Garlock of Kinsman and Irvin J. Tuttle of Pierpont was reported to have taken place this morning at eight o'clock at the Congregatonal church in Jefferson, Rev. A. E. Goodrich performing the ceremony. Immediately following the ceremony the happy newlyweds left for the San Francisco exposition where they will spend their honeymoon. After May first they will be at home to their wide circle of friends in their new home in Pierpont. N. L. D. GIRLS ENJOYED SLEIGHRIDE LAST EVENING After the store closed last evening the girls of the Woolworth store or the N. L. D. club were in a sleigh to the home of Miss Letha Laird in Farnham. The long ride in the cold was sufficient to whet the appetities of the girls to the highest degree, and the hot supper served by Mrs. Laird was certainly a welcome sight to the hungry crowd. After partaking of the glorious feast, the remainder of the evening was spent informally. Various games and interesting contests were introduced and music also played an important part in the success of the evening. The return home was made without mishap and the girls expressed themselves as having spent one of the best times ever. The Misses Mary Connell, Letha Laird, Blanche Hicks, Jennie Strangeway, Grace Johnson, Ruby Matthews, Ethel Butlingham and Dorothy Judd made up the party. THADDEUS E. HOYT DIED ON SUNDAY __ One of the Leaders of the County Bar And a Prominent and Highly Esteemed Citizen Called By Death. __ Hon. Thaddeus E. Hoyt died at his home in Ashtabula Sunday night. He is survived by a wife and one daughter, Mrs. Dr. Raymond Kelley of Ashtabula. Judge Hoyt's health and been failing for some time. Recently he was compelled to relinquish his practice; but his friends had no apprehension of his early demise. The news of Judge Hoyt's death was slow in gaining circulation and it was not generally known until last night. Court at Jefferson adjourns early Wednesday in honor of Judge Hoyt's memory, in order to give the members of the bar an opportunity to attend the funeral. Thaddeus E. Hoyt was one of the leaders of Ashtabula county bar and his mental powers and strong personality made him one of the most prominent of the county's citizens and he was known throughout the state. He was recognized as the foremost Democrat in this section, an astute politician, an able lawyer and a wise counsellor. He was a veteran of the Civil War and his interest in the welfare of the surviving old boys of that conflict was unflagging. He enlisted as a private in the 29th Ohio Volunteer infantry in 1861 and he served to the close of the war, and was a lieutenant in command of a company when he was discharged. Judge Hoyt graduted from Western Reserve University, and went from Rock Creek to Jefferson to study law in the office of Woodbury & Ruggles. He was admitted to the bar in 1871, a short time after A. M. Cox of Conneaut was admitted. He did not begin practice in this county, but in Port Washington, Wis., where he married and after a year of practice he was elected prosecuting attorney of the county, serving one year. At that time there was but one other lawyer in the county. Judge Hoyt returned to Ashtabula county in 1876 and since then he has been indentified with many of the most important cases in litigation before the courts. He was known as a hard working and pains- taking lawyer and an excellent legal advisor. He was appointed common pleas judge by Governor Hoadley, and three years ago Governor Harmon appointed him circuit judge, but he supreme court sustained the appointment of Judge W. S. Metcalf by Govervor Harris. Judge Hoyt served for a time as city solicitor of Ashtabula and his ability and influence in his party made him a candidate for congress and for lieutenant governor, but the overwhelming Republican majority in the Nineteenth district prevented his election. Judge Hoyt was 69 years old at the time of his death. He filled a conspicuous and honorable place in the activities of the county and was held in high esteem by his contemporaries. Had fortune cast his lines in a section in which his party dominated, there is no doubt that he would have risen to high official station. He had a fine mind, rather than a great mentality, and won great success at the bar. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. FORTUNE LEFT TO CONNEAUT YOUNG PEOPLE __ Great Wealth Comes to Conneaut Couple - Mr. and Mrs. John Fortune are Very Fortunate. __ Made millionaires over night, a Conneaut family is today rejoicing in the enjoyment of a vastly precious Fortune which came to them at an early hour this morning. The great good Fortune was not entirely unexpected, for somehow or other, the happy ones had just felt that they were to be made heir to some rich estate. Mr. and Mrs. John Fortune are the ones to be so greatly and bounteously endowed at this time. The new Fortune has been named Robert Loomis and he weighs eight and one-half pounds. Father Fortune is wearing the smile that won't come off and Grandpa Loomis and Grandpa Fortune are head over heels in smiles. And the grandmas are just to pleased to tell. MRS. E. WHEELER SUMMONED AWAY AFTER OPERATION __ Conneautville Lady, Who Formerly Lived Here and as a Girl Attended Conneaut Schools Died Here This Morning. __ Mrs. E. J. Wheeler, of Conneautville, died at four o'clock this morning at Grace hospital where yester-day afternoon she underwent an operation for the removal of tumerous growths. The estimable lady will be better remembered by many Conneaut friends as Miss Onie Gruey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Gruey, of Los Angeles, Cal., but for many years residents of this city. Mrs. Wheeler spent her girlhood here and attended the Conneaut schools as a member of the class which graduated in 1899. A great many friends here will be pained when they learn of her death early today. So late as Monday she was about the streets here and met many former friends and schoolmates. She then appeared in good spirits and not in feeble health, yet before entering the hospital she seemed to evince a fear of the ultimate result of the operation, so serious was its nature. Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler had but three weeks ago returned from California, where they were the guests of her parents for four months. The Grueys removed from Conneaut to Los Angeles several years ago. There besides parents are a brother, Z. J. Gruey, and a sister, Miss Hazel Gruey, who were this morning apprised of the death of a daughter and sister, who will be unable to come to the funeral. A brother, T. H. Gruey, resides here at 442 Mill street, and it was in the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Gruey that Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler had been visiting. The body was taken there this morning. Thursday the remains will be taken to Pierpont and the funeral held from the Baptist church at ten o'clock, eastern time. Burial will be made there. ************* Miss Bessie Marker of Pierpont and Mr. Roy White of Coal Centr, Pa., were married in Erie Saturday by Justice of the Peace Chas. Clem. Carl Aldrich and wife were visiting at W. J. Hall's Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Lawrence were Sunday guests of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Lawrence, of Beaver Center, Pa. Mrs. Emma Williams was visiting her sister, Mrs. Lyle Fails, Sunday. *************** ELWIN HOGLE DIED SUNDAY OF INJURIES __ Young Man of Monroe Who Accidentally Shot Himself Succumbed Sunday A. M. __ He Showed Wonderful Vitality __ The Funeral Services Will Be Held at The Methodist Church at Monroe Center at Eleven O'Clock Tuesday - Interment will Be Made at Kelloggsville. __ Struggling gallanty against great odds and with all the strength his weakened body could muster, Elwin Hogle, the Monroe boy who accidentally shot himself on Friday night, succumbed Sunday morning at 1 o'clock. The wound, sustained when a revolver he was carrying was accidentally discharged, was so severe that but little hope was at any time held out for his recovery. The 38 calibre bullet opened a woound that extended from his right side up and through both lungs and caused much suffering. Death came as a relief. He is survived by his mother and father and several brothers and sisters, overcome by the untimely death of son and brother. The boy, who was but fifteen years of age, was a favorite with schoolmates and elders. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 11 o'clock at the Methodist church at Monroe Center, Rev. Brown of Kelloggsville officiating. Interment will be in the Kelloggsiville cemetery. ELWIN HOGLE SHOT THROUGH HIP AND LUNG __ Young Man of Monroe Township Lies in A Serious Condition From Wounds. __ Gun Accidentally Discharged __ A Thirty-Eight Calibre Bullet Ranged Upward From Hip and Penetrated Both Lungs - Is Seriously Injured - Was Out Hunting When Shot. __ The accidental discharge of a revolver which he carried in his pocket inflicted serious wounds to Elwin Hogle, the fifteen-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Hogle, who reside three miles east of Monroe Center. The accident happened last evening when the young man was starting on a coon hunt. He carried in his hip pocket a 38 calibre revolver and instead of carrying it as such weapons are usually carried, the lad had slipped it into the pocket with the muzzle pointing up. In leaning over the weapon was accidentally discharged in some way and the bullet passed up through the hip and ranging upward penetrated both lungs. The accident happened just after he had started on the hunt and when he was not far from home. After being wounded he was able to walk to the home of R. Hale, nearby, where he remained while his parents were summoned and until Dr. W. H. Leet could arrive from this city. Taken to his home the wounds were dressed by the surgeon and the young man left in as fit condition as the circumstances would permit. Today he is in much pain but is easier than throughout the night. The wound was quite severe, the large calibre of the bullet making it most dangerous. It is feared that the bullet ploughing through the lungs will induce pneumonia, in which event the case will assume a most serious aspect. Many friends hope for the young man's recovery. KILLS HUSBAND, THEN SELF ___ Wife Afraid She Was Losing Man's Love Uses Gun and Razor to Carry Out Tragedy. ___ Cleveland, Mar 12. - Afraid that she was losing her husband's love on account of a year's illness, police say, Mrs. Katherine Buckholzer, 25, shot and killed Andrew Buckholzer, 28, in their home. Then, standing at the sink, looking into a mirror, she cut her own throat and fell across her husband's body. The two corpses were found when Mrs. Buck-holzer's mother, Mrs. Katherine Herman, went to the home with some freshly laundered clothes, and being unable to get a response to continued knock-ing, asked Mike Fulz, a neighbor to enter by a window. Buckholzer was lying on his back on the kitchen floor. He was dressed for work. Across his breast lay his wife, her throat cut with a deep gash, the blood covering her body and that of the man. Near by lay a shotgun, and on the sink was a bloody butcher knife. CONNEAUT BUNCH MET IN FLORIDA __ A Highly Enjoyable Picnic Held at Pine Castle at the Homes of Messrs. H. E. Pond and L. C. Newell. __ From Pine Castle, Florida, comes a report of a joyous social gathering in which Conneaut people participated: "A highly enjoyable occasion was the gathering on March 6 at the homes of Mr. L. C. Newell and H. E. Pond, at Pine Castle, of twenty Ohio people with three from other states. Mr. Newell generously used his auto to bring out a mile, two loads in morning and return them at evening. "Decorations were two-foot fan palemtto leaves tacked on the upper corners of the window and door casings and spaces between. A garden bouquet of nasturtiums, honeysuckle, marigolds and cosmos, another of wild white bush flowers resembling northern boxwood, also a vase of low huckleberry blossoms with profusion of red buds. Oranges in pyramids on tables with green paper ribbon between dishes of viands. "In the surrounding 15 acres of grove are several trees of ungathered oranges and large grape fruits, luscious to behold. "One thing not in ordinary picnics, this day was the 30th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Dean, also his 54th birthday. "After the reading of an improvised poem, a verse from an old song was added as follows: "Oh; come and let us merry be, There's none so happy, none as we. We'll shout and sing and flowers bring, Till the echoes make the welcome ring. "The camera was snapped with all gathered on the front porch. The young people repaired to the near lake for boating, others on porch joined in an old- fashioned school with teacher pronouncing words of three letters for pupils to spell and closing with Friday rehetorical exercises. "All joined in wishing many happy returns of the day to Mr. and Mrs. Dean and the pleasure of this Ohio picnic in summer temperatures will linger in the minds of all present." AGED WOMAN AND SON TRAMP FOR TEN YEARS __ Mrs. Ursula Martin and Son, Benson, Taken in Charge. __ Worth Thousands. __ But Strange Pair, Former Residents of Conneaut Walk to Michigan and Back - Now at Jefferson - Cain Takes Charge of the Case. ___ Eighty-two years of age, yet spending her days in tramping about the country in company with her son, a man of mature years, they covering hundreds of miles has been the life for the past ten years of a former Conneaut woman who is now being cared for in the county jail at Jefferson. Mrs. Ursula Martin, a former resident of Conneaut township, and her son Benson Martin, are the people now held at the county seat, pending disposition of their peculiar case. The Martin home was a mile and a half south of Conneaut on the Center road. It has been ten years since the home was maintained there. The apprehension of the peculiar couple, aged mother and erratic son, was accomplished by W. H. Cain, county humane officer. Learning of the presence near here of the couple, who were going from house to house asking aid, the humane officer was made to feel that the case was one needing his attention. Swearing in as deputy H. T. Culp, the officer left here in the deputy's automobile for Kelloggsville. There it was learned that the wanted pair had been there and were journeying south, the hunt was prosecuted with the result that the two were discovered walking wearily along the country byway. It required little persuasion to induce them to accept a ride, not knowing they were to be taken to the county seat, whence they arrived before the mother and son were fairly aware of their destination. The case was at once brought before the prose-cutor and the judge of the probate court, with the result that they were held as public charges. The case is lamentable in the extreme. That an old lady of Mrs. Martin's advanced years should be tramping about the country, whether under persuasion of the son, or not, hardly seems possible, yet was ascertained to be the case. The fact that the couple were found to have nearly three thousand dollars in their possession, makes the case the more strange. Probate Judge Babcock and Prosecutor Dunlavy investigated the case and questioning the couple learned of their wanderings since they left here ten years ago. Their travels have taken them from New York state deep into Michigan and back again. In that time they have never slept in a bed and have either camped by the roadside or slept in a barn or building. Meals were begged for the most part. When apprehended the couple were dressed in old, dirty cast-off clothes and were unkempt and bedraggled. They presented a weird appearance. After being taken in hand, both were bathed at the jail and were given clean and fresh clothing. They looked like new beings. Disposition of the case bothers the authorities, but it is thought the aged lady will be sent to the infirmary and other dispositon will be made in the case of the son. Talking to the court officers, the couple told of going from here to Ripley, N. Y., to Richland, to Buffalo, to Saegertown, Pa., to Ashtabula, to Tecumseh, Mich., to Toledo and finally back to Ashtabula from where they were walking when apprehended. That the old lady should tramp all this distance seems remarkable, but the authorities are sure she made the journey. That the pair could cover but a few miles a day is certain, because of the woman's enfeebled condition. The money which they had with them all this time came mostly from an insurance policy paid at the time time of the death of another son of the woman, who was killed on the docks here a dozen years ago. The entire family lived a peculiar life and that mother and son should prove to be mental incompetents is not wondered at by former neighbors and those who knew them. COURTSHIP IN CHURCH A young gentleman happening to sit in church in a pew adjoining one in which sat a young lady for whom he conceived a sudden and violent passion, was desirous of entering into a courtship on the spot; but the place not suiting a formal declaration, the exigence of the case suggested the following plan. He politely handed his fair neighbor a Bible (open) with a pin stuck in the following text: Second Epistle of John, verse fifth - "And now I beseech thee, lady, not as though I wrote a new Command-ment unto thee, but that which we had from the beginning, that we love one another." She returned it pointing to the second chapter of Ruth, verse fifth - "Then she fell on her face and bowed herself to the ground, and said unto him, "Why have I found grace in thine eyes, that thou shouldest take knowledge of me, seeing that I am a stranger?" He returned the book pointing to the thirteenth verse of the Third Epistle of John - "Having many things to write upon to you, I would not write with paper and ink, but I trust to come unto you and speak face to face, that our joy may be full." From the above interview a marriage took place the ensuing week. BODY OF MISS HURLEY SHIPPED HOME TODAY __ Remains of Victim of Yesterday's Tragic Crossing Accident at Kingsville Sent to Family in Pittsburg. __ The body of Miss Mary Hurley, who was killed by Nickel Plate passenger train No. 3 at Kingsville yesterday, was taken to the undertaking rooms of G. D. Richmond at Kingsville, where it was prepared for burial. The remains will be shipped to the family home in Pittsburg today. Miss Hurley was the daughter of Mrs. E. J. Hurley of Pittsburg, it has been learned. Mrs. Hurley and her two daughters, Mary and Clara, had spent the summer on their truck farm at Kingsville. The mother of the two girls had just returned home a few days ago, the girls remaining to close the place for the winter and to ship the baggage and produce home to Pittsburg. It was while returning from the depot after delivering a load of baggage that the accident occurred in which the ill-fated young lady met her tragic death. The sad accident has cast a profound gloom over the Kingsville neighborhood and the utmost sympathy is being extended to the breaved mother and sister. FUNERAL SERVICES FOR MRS. HARRINGTON MONDAY __ Funeral services in memory of Mrs. James Harrington, who passed away at her home in North Conneaut last Friday, were held at the home Monday at 11 o'clock, the Rev. Pocock of the North Conneaut U. B. church officiating. The service was private, only the members of the family attending. Music was furnished by Charles Marcy and Mrs. Ernest Smith who sang "Nearer My God, to Thee," "Over the River," and "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere." The flowers sent by friends to express their sympathy to the bereft family were very beautiful, and profuse. Interment was made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. DEATH COMES TO SUFFERER __ Mrs. James Harrington Died Early Today at Her Home in North Conneaut. __ Mrs. James Harrington passed away at her home on Chadman street, North Conneaut, this morning at 4 o'clock, death resulting from a cancer of the stomach, from which malady she suffered intensely for the past two months. She was confinded to her bed, however, for only the past week. Mrs. Harrington was born in Wisconsin, fifty-five years ago the 23rd of last April. For many years past she resided on the State Line road, east of this city, she and her husband coming to Conneaut to live only last spring. Besides her husband, five children survive - Mrs. Fred Weaver, Park avenue; George Harrington, Liberty street; Mrs. Carl Tuttle, Monroe; Burt Harrington, Flint, Mich.; and Miss Ada Harrington who lived at home, and one sister, Mrs. O. C. Harrington, of Monroe. The funeral will be held Monday at 11 o'clock, and the services will be private. Friends may call at the house Sunday afternoon from 3 to 5. Interment will be made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. FORMER CONNEAUT BOY DIES IN WASHINGTON __ News came to relatives here yesterday of the death of Lee Curtis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Curtis, former residents of this place now living at Busckeye, Washisngton. The lad was 13 years of age. His death followed an operation for appendicitis, in a hospital at Deer Park, Wash. He survived the operation five days and was thought to be on the road to recovery when a sudden turn came which ended in his death. The stricken parents have the sympathy of their many old friends in Conneaut. The lad was a nephew of J. F. Sawtelle and Mrs. D. B. Phillips of the south side. BABY, HOUR OLD, HAS TRAVELED FIFTY MILES ___ Little Girl Born on Fast Train Holds Speed Record - Is Daughter of Grand Opera Manger. __ Chicago, Dec. 13. - A baby daughter was born to Mrs. Bernard Ulrich, wife of the business manager of the Chicago Grand Opera company, while she was speeding to Chicago on the "Pennsylvania Special" eighteen hour train. Before the baby was one hour old she had traveled fifty miles. This, officers of the road say, sets a new speed record for a youngster of this age. The girl is a Hoosier. This is true, despite the fact that the parents live in Chicago. She was born as the train whizzed through Hamlet, Ind., but was at the Union Station, in Chicago, an hour later. The father - he didn't know he was a father until later - returned from Milwaukee late in the night, and instead of going to his home, remained at a down-town hotel. When he finally was found, after a frantic search by his friends, his joy at the news was unbounded. JONER DENNIS FATALLY KICKED BY HIS HORSE TUESDAY EVENING __ Was Brought to Grace Hospital In An Unconscious Condition and Died This Morning. __ Joner Dennis, a well-known farmer living, about a mile east of Hammond's Corners, was kicked by a horse Tuesday evening and fatally injured. He died at 8:30 this morning. Mr. Dennis was working on the road yesterday with the road scraper. His team was the head of three teams. The men had just finished work for the day and were unhitching the horses. Mr. Dennis stepped in behind one of his horses to unfasten a tug. The horse, which was never known to kick and was always gentle, kicked him directly in the temple with the full force of the kick. He was knocked about ten feet. He was picked up unconscious and Dr. Leet was called. The physician arrived soon and immediately took the man to Grace Hospital. It was seen that he was very seriously hurt, his skull being crushed against his brain. An operation was performed at 1 a. m. in a desperate attempt to save the man's life. Dennis never regained consciousness after he was hurt, and died this morning. The body will be taken home today. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made. Joner Dennis leaves a wife and five small children, three boys and two girls. He was a well-to-do farmer, middle-aged, and very well liked by his neighbors and friends. CLARK - VANDERVORT The marriage of Miss Floy E. Vandervort, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Vandervort, of 122 15th street, and Ray E. Clark of Girard township occurred in Erie yesterday. The bride has lived in Conneaut for the past four years and has a wide circle of friends here. Mr. Clark is a member of the United States navy and is home on a furlough. The young people's plans for the immediate future are as yet unformed. A BEAR HUND AND NO FAKE IN THE STORY __ Local Hunters Went into the Allegheny Mountains to Get Some Big Game. __ Conneauters Bag the Game. __ Ran into a Family of Black Bear and Got Two of Them - A Critical Moment Facing An Angry She Bear and No More Ammunition. __ A bear hunt in the Alleghanies of Pennsylvania, participated in by a number of Conneaut sportsmen, was an event of considerable moment and the stories of the experiences undergone would fill a book. Some of the facts related can be here set forth. In the party leaving here November 15, were , Frank and W. E. Joiner, of Beaver; Claude Brydle and M. E. Curtiss. They went by train to Clarendon, Pa., where they took stage to a point ten miles out into the mountains. Here camp was pitched, shacks used in years past by other hunters being appropriated for the use. Three youngsters, Claude and Poke Joiner and Fred Brydle, accompanied their fathers on the trip and were given camp duties. They also took part in the hunt for the first week or two and they had as much sport as did their elders and alo an experience or two which will remain in memory for a long time. The next day after pitching camp the hunt was started and the party scattered out over the hills and mountains. That first day bear tracks were discover-ed in the snow and the hunt was on for fair. (End of article.) THE NICKEL PLATE ROAD 32 YEARS OLD TODAY; BUILT BY OHIO MEN __ SOME OF ROAD'S HISTORY __ Hon. Charles Foster and Hon. Calvin S. Brice Were the Early Financiers; But Gen. William H. Gibson First Conceived the Ideal and Carried Out the Project - Gen. "Jack" Casement of Painesville, Well Remembered, Was One of the Contracting Builders - First Time Card in Effect at Noon, Thirty-Two Years Ago Today __ The Nickel Plate railroad is thirty-two years old today. October 23, 1882, train service was put in operation on the completed line. Trains had been run over various sections and disconnected divisions of that road previous to that time. The birthday of the road, however, is remembered as October 23, 1882. This date, therefore has much meaning and significance to the people of this city. And to many communities between Buffalo and Chicago the date should be held mindful. Something of the history of the road the events leading to its building should be interesting and here recorded for that reason. __ The two men given the distinction of being projectors of the Nickel Plate railroad, are Hon. Charles Foster, of Fostoria, Ohio, and Hon. Calvin S. Brice, of Lima, Ohio, the former in the years agone, twice elected governor of Ohio and later secretary of the United States treasury department under President Garfiled, and the latter a prominent railroad magnate, millionaire, and United States senator from Ohio. Both were leaders in the movement for its construction and prominent and active in its building, but the original projector of the Nickel Plate railroad, the main who first conceived in a practical form the idea of its construction, was Gen. William H. Gibson, of Tiffin, Ohio, famed as a platform orator and public lecturer and one of the most eloquent political stump speakers of the country. The Nickel Plate railroad was pushed to comple-tion in the year of 1882. Over twenty years before that, prior to the outbreak of the rebellion, Gen. Gibson, then active in the practice of law in Tiffin, sought the construction of a railroad from Tiffin to Fort Wayne, the former city the county seat of Seneca county, a distance of a trifle over a 100 miles. His purpose was to make a bee line, a straight road from Tiffin to Fort Wayne, and in furtherance of the project frequently visited Fort Wayne at that time. The newspapers of Fort Wayne of that period frequently mentioned his visits there and the proposed building of the road. In fact, the news-papers had the line built then on paper. Gen. Gibson had got the character, and he had persuaded a number of towns along the route to bond themselves for its building. Popular sentiment all through Ohio was enthusiastic for its building. He had employed engineers to make the survey and they had laid out the route. The contractors began grading and large quantities of ties had been purchased. Then came an Ohio bank failure that delayed the project and then the war of the rebellion and the building of the Tiffin-Fort Wayne railroad was abandoned. Early during the first year of the war, Gen. Gibson tendered his services to the government and recruited the Forty-ninth Ohio regiment of which he was made colonel, later advanced to brigadier general, and serving to the close of the memorable struggle. A few years after returning home he renewed his railroad project and set out to reorganize the company. The plan involved its construction from the east to Tiffin and thence to Fort Wayne and Chicago. The panic in 1873 again put an end to his efforts, but when it was over he renewed the railroad proposition and enlisted Calvin Brice and Gov. Foster, both men of wealth, in the enterprises, and they proceeded with vigor to push the building of the line. But their entrance into the project blasted the hopes of Tiffin as a point on the line. Gov. Foster wanted his own city, Fostoria, on the route and the newly surveyed line went a few miles north of Tiffin. Then came the deal with the Vanderbilts. They secured the route. It made an independent fortune for Brice, but Foster had got out of it before this deal was made. Gen Gibson gave his efforts to the new sponsers and as a result acquired large tracts of land in Paulding county. (Part of article missing) -- --- --------- Paulding county from a marsh into highly productive farms, built up propserous towns in western Ohio, among them Payne, and gave to Fort Wayne another splended east and west trunk line. The primary credit for all this belonged, not as many then and have since supposed to Brice and Foster, but to Gen. Gibson, who was the real projector of the New York and Chicago railroad, better known as the Nickel Plate. It might be said, and said truthfully, he built the Nickel Plate. However, this is not the reason why a magnificent monument, with a life- sized staute of himself surmounting it stands on the court house square at Tiffin and with the reoccurrence of every Memorial day Gen. Gibson is honored. It is because of his heroic service in the war of the rebellion, for among the officers of that great conflict there were none braver. He was a distinguished soldier and civilian, widely known and loved wherever he was known. The engineering corps, under the leadership of J. A. Latcha, chief engineer, was organized in January and February, 1881, and the first party started from Chicago, February 2, 1881, to make a survey for the road. The first piece of track laid was on what was called the old grade of the Ohio and Indiana State Line railroad, a grade projected late in the '50's which was to run from Tiffin, O., to Fort Wayne, Ind. It was approximately 90 miles long and was controlled by Gen. Wm. H. Gibson, a Civil war veteran, who lived at Tiffin. The right of way is quite level and 100 feet in width and for a distance of 78 miles, or from Arcadia, Ohio to New Haven, Ind., is practically straight, with the exception of a very slight swing just east of Kiefersville, Ohio, which cannot be dected except by close observation. The railroad company purchased from Gen. Gibson that part of the old grade from Arcadia to New Haven and practically all of the ties used on the road as far east of Cleveland and as far west as Knox were taken from the dense forests through which the right of way passed. The next piece of track put down was at Fostoria and west into Arcadia. A large portion of the rails used came to the road at Fostoria and were forward-ed west as track laying the "bed grade" rapidly proceeded. The contract for building the road was made with Brown-Howard & Co., of Chicao, which firm sublet various portions to other contractors. The work through Cleveland was done by two other firms. R. G. Huston & Co. and J. S. Casement & Co. The former having the contract from the Cuyahoga river to the Cleveland & Pittsburgh railroad crossing, and the latter the contract from west side of the Cuyahoga river to Bellevue and from Cleveland & Pittsburg railroad crossing east to Painesville. Gen. "Jack" Casement, as he was familiarly known, was at the head of this firm. He was a veteran of the Civil War and lived at Painesville, O., where he died abut four years ago. The contractors turned the road over the Railway company, September (Rest of article missing.) W. D. FELLOWS RUN OVER AT WALLACE JCT. __ Popular Young Nickel Plate Conductor Came To Death Today. __ Fell From Top Of His Car __ Was Switching Cars And In Some Way He Lost His Balance and Fell Under the Wheels - Body Was Almost Cut in Twain. Leaves a Wife. __ Will D. Fellows, aged about 38 years, one of the best known Nickel Plate conductors, was instantly killed this morning at Wallace Junction. The unfortunate ocurrence happened when the conductor was passing signals to the engineer of his train as it was being backed into the east yards. The application of air by the engineer at the conductor's signal, stopped the string of cars with a jerk, Fellows being thrown from the end car on which he was riding, and one truck of the car passed over his chest. Fellows was conductor of an east bound train which was switching at the junction. He was assisting the brakeman with the work and the work there was about completed when he met his death. The engine and caboose were immediately cut from the train and the body of the dead conductor brought to this city. The body was taken to Marcy's morgue to be prepared for burial. The news of her husband's death came as a great shock to his wife and she was prostrated at their home, 583 Liberty street. They have no children. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Fellows, a brother, W. E. Fellows and a sister, Mrs. George Murphy, reside here. Another sister, Mrs. W. M. Kelleher, resides in Ashtabula. W. D. Fellows was one of the best known and most popular conductors on the Buffalo division of the Nickel Plate. He had been in the railroad service for about a dozen years. He was a faithful employe and a considerable leader of the men who worked with and under him. His railroad service had not been of marked benefit to him for he had many times been the victim of unfortunate and lamentable accidents, besides having suffered one or two severe illnesses since entering the service. His death was lamented by the railroad men who learned of it with pain within a short time after it happened. It was the subject of conversation at the places where the railroad boys are wont to gather. Many were heard to express their sorrow in deep terms. Among townspeople it was mentioned in a similar way for he was known as a good citizen and neighbor. His family is well known and they have the sympathy of the entire community. DOCTOR OF 71 TAKES BRIDE OF 50 SUMMERS __ Doctor Haller and Nettie J. Andry Were Married Tuesday in Jefferson, It is Learned. __ Dr. J. J. Haller, 71, and Nettie J. Andry, 51, both of this city were married in Jefferson on Tuesday by Rev. D. W. Merrill, pastor of the Baptist church. The ceremony was performed at the parsonage. Dr. Haller has many friends here who will be surprised at the announcement of his marriage, and he and his bride have the well wishes of a host of friends. HIGH WINDS UPROOT TREES; MUCH DAMAGE __ Young Cyclone Traversed The Underridge Road. __ Storm South of the City Last Evening Was Quite Severe - Tweedy Home Wrecked. __ A young cyclone visited the Underridge road district last night about 10 o'clock and as a result much of the vegetation and many fences and one house are wholly demolished. The terrific wind tipped over a mammoth elm tree on the west side of the house on the Tweedy farm, owned by C. C. Payne. The tree fell with a crash on the roof, tore a huge hole in it and fell onto the floor of the second story rooms, wrecking every article of furniture. All of the fences around the place and many of the best trees in the sugar bush are today in ruins. Mr. Tweedy, who was at the home was uninjured. Other farms nearby also felt the storm and various wreckage was strewn around this morning. The Buss farm occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Carl Tinney, lost some trees. No one was injured. ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Rodney Taylor and Mrs. Mary Adams were married September 12. ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Mr. and Mrs. Tom Richardson and Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord Richardson of Greenville, Pa., and Mr. and Mrs. John Sterling of Meadville, returned home this morning after spending the last few days with relatives here. OPEN HOUSE HELD BY WEST END GROCERY CO. __ The West End Grocery company celebrated their complete recovery from the disastrous fire which occurred sometime ago, by giving a grand opening Saturday, which was a pronounced success. The store was crowded all day to such an extent that it was hard to transact business. A Victrola furnished by H. B. Kurtz gave music for the occasion. Every lady who came to the store during the day was given a carnation and a package of coffee. The Heinz company and the National Biscuit company conducted a demonstration of their product throughout the day, and gave away a generous supply of samples of their delicacies. All those present united in asking when another would be held. MARTIN-HAGUE NUPTIALS On Tuesday October sixth at eight o'clock was solemnized the wedding of Miss Emma C. Martin of Conneautville to Mr. Herbert Hague of Gary, Ind. The ceremony took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Martin. Both are graduates of the Beaver Center high school and the bride was later graduated from the Edinboro State Normal. For the last four years she has taught in the schools of Elkhart, Ind. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Smeltzer. The bride wore a white silk dress with a lace overdress. Amid showers of rice and din of horns the young couple left Connautville in Pierce Lawrence's machine and motored to this city. They will reside at 440 Adams street, Gary, Ind., where the groom holds a responsible position. Hosts of good wishes attend them. NEWS OF MOTHER'S DEATH Word has been received here of the death of Mrs. Hawley, mother of Will Forman of this city. The death occurred Monday morning at the home of Mrs. May Beardsley, her daughter, in Saegertown, Pa. The funeral will be held in that city Wednesday. COUPLE TOO FAT FOR CAB ___ Bride, 278 Pounds, Groom 455 Pounds, Ride on Hay Truck. ___ Dover, N. H., Dec. 13. - Samuel Chesley Drew, the pride of the New England Fat Men's association, who weighs 455 pounds, is back at his home here after a honeymoon trip with his bride, who was Miss Rose Lavigne of Rochester, and who herself tips the scales at 278 pounds. As there was no carriage in the town capable of transporting the happy pair they were carried from the train to their home in a hay truck. At the State hospital and poor farm here Drew is head chef and mrs. Drew chief nurse in the insane ward. PRETTY KITCHEN SHOWER At her home on Liberty street Tuesday evening, Miss Margaret Stines entertained at a prettily arranged shower, of the kitchen variety, in compliment to Miss Carolyn Dean, who will become the bride of Willis Fuller, March 26th at the home of her parents in Monroe. There was a guest list of twenty, and the evening was very enjoyably spent with music and other informal mediums of entertaiment. Miss Dean received a great many very nice kitchen utensils, of aluminum granite, etc. Miss Stines served temptingly dainty refreshments as a concluding feature of the evening. ENTERTAINED THEIR FAMILY Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Brooks, of 148 Ackerman street, entertained at a family party on Christmas that was composed of the following: Mr. and Mrs. Pearl Brooks and a daughter Rhea and a son Lloyd of Conneautville, Mr. and Mrs. Elta Brooks and three daughters of West Springfield, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brooks and son Vance, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hodgins, Mr. and Mrs. Clell Reddout, Guard Brooks and Miss Marvel Brooks of this city. A sumptuous dinner was served, and after dinner a large Chrismas tree was stripped of its many gifts. A guessing contest was introduced, in which the guests were required to guess the name of a large doll. Mrs. Lillie Brooks of Springfield was awarded the doll. An impromptu program of music and recitations and also a series of games were enjoyed. HERRING - KENDALL Miss Alta M. Kendall of this city and Frank M. Herring of Cleveland, were united in marriage at the Methodist parsonage Wednesday, November 29th, by Rev. A. A. Brown. The ceremony was witnessed by the bride's sister, Miss Lina Kendall and Mrs. Mary Offenburg, an intimate friend of the bride. The happy couple spent Thanksgiving at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. I. D. Kendall, of Pierpont, Ohio, and later will visit the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Herring, at Dunville, Canada. The bride has been a resident of Conneaut for the past two and a half years. The groom is employed by the Lake Shore railroad at Cleveland, where after the first of the year the couple will reside. MRS. A. WATERMAN __ Well Known Resident of Pierpont Dies At the Home of her Son in This City. __ Sarah C. Waterman, died at the home of her son, Park Waterman, 287 Sandusky street, Monday at 12:30 o'clock, aged 58 years, one month and sixteen days. Death was caused by cancer of the throat. Mrs. Waterman was an old resident of Pierpont, which is her home, and death overtook her while she was visiting her son. Mrs. Waterman was born in Monroe township and was the daughter of Stephen and Polly Hicks. She lived her entire live in Monroe and Pierpont townships, and was a woman of super-ior qualities who was beloved by all who knew her. The deceased is survived by her husband, Amlo Waterman, and two sons, Park W. Waterman and B. E. Beardsley, both of Conneaut, one brother, Loren Hicks, East Conneaut, and two sisters, Mrs. Linda Davis and Mrs. Ellen Howard, of Witchita Kan. The funeral will be held Thursday at 12 o'clock at the home in Pierpont, Rev. Sanford of the Baptist church, Pierpont, officiating. Burial will be made at Kelloggsville. DECK - FRAWLEY MARRIAGE The marriage of John Deck, prominent cigar merchant of this city, and Miss Julia Frawley of Ashtabula, a former well known resident of this city, occurred Sunday in Elyria, the Rev. Father J. B. Mooney, who is a former pastor of St. Mary's church of this city, officiating. The bride was employed in the Malvin Cloak and Suit House on Main street, Ashtabula. FIRST BLIZZARD CITY WRAPPED IN STORM'S FURY ___ (Nov. 1941 penciled here.) "Over the hills and far away. To Grandmother's house we go; The horse knows the way to carry a sleigh, Through the white and drifted snow." Today the air resounds with the merry jingle of seigh-bells and the laughter of youth. Old King Winter's here in all his glory, and schoolboys are planning to welcome him by getting their sleds ready for action. Last night was a real blizzardly night. With a gale that teached unwonted proportion the snow was driven all night long with a blinding fury that made progress difficult. A foot of snow fell. More fell today. Trans were somewhat impeded by the heavy downfall of snow. Many boats were forced to lie in shelter, and concern is felt for the safety of others. W. S. TAFT OF MONROE DIED THIS MORNING ___ W. S. Taft of Monroe died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Dan Hazeltine, South Mill street, this morning. Mr. Taft has been for a great many years a resident of Monroe and had a wide circle of acquaintances through this part of the country. He leaves three daughters, Mrs. S. R. Findley and Mrs. Dan Hazeltine of this city and Mrs. Will Randall of Ashtabula, also two sons, Guy Taft of Conneaut and Harold Taft of Monroe. Mr. Taft has been for years a member of Marine lodge, I. O. O. F., of Monroe. He would have been seventy years of age had he lived until Tuesday of this week. The funeral will be held from his home in Monroe, Wednesday, at 1:30 p. m., eastern time, and will be under the direction of the Odd Fellows. Rev. Benjamin of Pierpont will officiate and interment will be made in Kelloggsville cemetery. FIFTEEN YEARS AGO TODAY - JANUARY 5, 1901. Mrs. Frances Wheeler, mother of Mrs. E. E. Stiles, died. - Miss Carrie Belle Peck of Greenville and Clarence I. Phillps, formerly of this city were married in Buffalo. - The Ashtabula seniors entertained the Ashtabula County association of 1901. STATE LINE * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lawrence and two sons spent Thanksgiving at the home of the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Lawrence, of Beaver Center. We expect Mr. and Mrs. Evi Linninger are enjoying the beautiful weather in California now as they left for there a week ago and we are enjoying the mud. Miss Ethel Wilson spent Thursday at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anda Wilson, south of Pierpont. Mrs. Ella Burns and two children of Reed's Corners, Miss Nett Rick form Linesville, and Mrs. Pearl Peck spent Thanksgiving with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Rick. Mrs. W. D. Falls spent from Saturday until Wednesday night at the home of her sister, Mrs. Fred Stewart. A shadow of sorrow came to this place early Sunday morning by the sudden death of Mrs. Madge Williams Stockton, at the home of her mother, Mrs. Fred Stewart. The funeral was held Wednesday at the house. Rev. Knapp had charge. Remains were laid to rest in Pierpont cemetery. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband and little girl and a mother and many friends and relatives. They have the sympathy of friends and neighbors in their sorrow. There were friends from Edinboro, East Springfield, Pierpont and Monroe to pay last respects to one they loved. The family had only come recently from East Springfield to spend the winter with Mr. and Mrs. Stewart. Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Martin and son, Floyd, spent Thanksgiving with the former's mother, Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Lowell, of Licking street. Mrs. Lowell is quite poorly. Mr. and Mrs. George Hoskins and little daughter of Pierpont spent Thanksgiving at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Fails. MARKET PRICES Business lately on the market is becoming rather dull. Prices today were: Sweet potatoes, 3 lbs for 10c; lettuce, 10c bunch; lemons, 25c dozen; cocoanuts, 5c each; squash, 5c each and 1c lb.; cranberries, 10c qt.; celery, 3 bunches for 10c; bananas, 15c doz.; egg fruit, 5c each; cabbage 1c lb; beets and carrots, 2c lb.; turnips, 1-1/2c lb; onions, 60c bu.; pop corn 50c basket; apples 30c to 75c basket; peppers, 5c dozen; lima beans, 20c lb.; fresh pork, 14c and 15c lb.; pigs' feet, 5c each; head cheese 18c lb.; lard, 15c lb.; butter 38c lb.; milk 5c qt.; honey, 16c lb.; strained honey, 10c jar; potatoes, 50c bu. SUSIE EILOO FOUND DEAD ON THE SHORE __ The Woman Was Lying Face Downward in Shallow Watter With Feet on Land. __ Supposed Accidental Drowning. __ She Had Been Ill and It Is Supposed That She Fell and Was Not Strong Enough to Get Up - Found Mile West of Lake View Park. ____ Five little children were left motherless yesterday when in a fit of delirium and probably demented, Susie Eiloo, a Finnish woman, died by drowning. The woman had been in ill health for some time and had been under close watch of her husband for fear she would attempt the act which yesterday was accomplished either intentionally or by accident. She had threatened suicide on several occasions and every means possible had been taken to ward against giving the woman a chance to carry out her threat of self destruction. At an early hour yesterday morning, probably about 2 o'clock, she eluded her husband and disappeared. Her disappearance was not known for some little time thereafter and fellow countrymen were in search of her throughout the early morning hours. When the search had proceeded for some little time the local police were notified and asked to be on the lookout for her. Their services were not needed, however, for the woman avoided paths and byways that would take her in close proximity of anyone that might know or be on the lookout for her. About noon her lifeless body was found on the beach a mile west of Lake View park, she having been traced there by footprints in the sands of the beach, after search of the entire harbor had failed to reveal trace of her. The footprints were first found some little distance west of the park, the searchers having gone in both directions up and down the beach, it having been known that he woman had threatened to drown herself. It was at one time feared she had gone out on the pier and jumped off or had been able to get down to the creek and throw herself in. When found she was lying on the beach, her face buried in the sand and water and her feet more shoreward. From every indication she had not thrown herself into the waters of the lake and been drowned. Rather it is supposed she wandered away looking for a place to commit the rash act that would end her earthly existence, for friends are certain this is the thought upper most in her mind. Once gaining the lake front, it is supposed she wandered along the beach and thinly clad and of frail constitution, kept on until strength left her. Then pitching headlong she was unable to raise herself, drowning in the water that washed into the hole that her head formed by the breaking and wash of the waves on shore. Five little children and the husband are left to mourn her untimely end. The funeral was held this afternoon from the late residence on lower Buffalo street. The bereaved have the sympathy of many fellow countrymen, the husband being popular among them. ______ Wednesday, Nov. 27, seemed to be a day of weddings among the young people of this place. The contracting parties were Mr. Amos Tanner and Miss Vida Hudson, who were married in Jefferson by Rev. Goodrich, and Harry Mallory and Miss Grace Kellison, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kellison, who were married at the home of her parents Wednesday evening, the young people being among the most prominent in town, Mr. and Mrs. Mallory, also Mrs. Tanner being graduates of our high school. ______ THAYER - SWAN Miss Dora Swan of Monroe Center and Eugene Thayer of Springfield were united in marriage in Jefferson, March 18th, and public announcement of the event is now made. The couple made a post-nuptial trip to Buffalo. The groom is employed as fireman on the Bessemer railroad. Mr. and Mrs. Thayer will make their home in Albion for the present. They were presented with a number of pretty and useful wedding gifts. FARMER LOSES BARN AND COSTLY IMPLEMENTS Fire of unknown origin destroyed the barn and contents belonging to W. C. Penfield of Penn Line, Thursday night. A valuable threshing machine, binder and cultivator that have been in use the past few days and also a milk separator and tracton engine were lost. Only a fraction of the loss is covered by insurance. DEPLORABLE IS STORY COMING FROM MONROE ___ A lamentable case is reported from Monroe of the sad case of a quarrel between a drunken father and his family. The man went home late Saturday night intox-icated and in a maudlin state. The wife and little ones at home had been watching for the father patiently, wondering anxiously why he did not come. The home-coming was a near tragedy. The man immediately on his arrival entered into a tirade and argument with his wife and struck her several times. The poor woman tried to defend herself and the children from this brutal attack but he overpowered her, threw her to the floor and in falling she suffered a bad break to her left leg. Neighbors were summoned by the terrified children and a physician was called. A nurse is now required to care for the patient and the little tots. The miscreant fled from the house and the next day was seen, still intoxicated, wandering about near the State Line. While it is not known what the Monroe authorities will do, it is understood the case will be brught to the attention of the county authorities. AGED LADY DEAD __ Mrs. Florence Wright of Farnham Died Last Evening After Long Illness. __ Mrs. Florence Wright of Farnham died last evening at the home of her son, F. H. Wright, after a long illness. Mrs. Wright was in her sixty-ninth year and has been confined to her bed the greater part of the time for the past six months with a complication of diseases. Besides the son with whom she made her home, another son, E. W. Wright of Venango, Pa., and one sister, Mrs. G.. R. Leonard of Seattle, Wash., survive. The funeral will be held from the late home at 10:30 o'clock Monday morning with Rev. Benjamin of Pierpont officiating. Interment willb e at Pierpont cemetery. WRECK INJURIES BRING DEATH TO CHAS. HAMILTON __ Former Conneaut Man Fatally Hurt at Elyria. __ Remains Brought Here and Funeral Held Today from Brother-in-law's Home. __ Charles C. Hamilton, 38, of Elyria, Ohio, who was badly injured last Tuesday in a street car wreck, died Saturday morning in the Elyria Memorial hospital. All efforts to save his life were unavailing, so severely was he crushed in the accident. The deceased lived in Conneaut up to seven years ago and will be remembered by many Conneauters. His wife and mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Hamilton, of Mansfield, O., survive. Mrs. Charles Hamilton was a resident of this city, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Farnham, of Lily Dale, N. Y., formerly of this city. Charles Farnham and Mrs. J. F. Dillon of Farnham are brother and sister of Mrs. Hamilton. The funeral was held Saturday in the E. G. Jenkins chapel and the body was brought to Conneaut last night on the Lake Shore and taken to the home of Charles Farnham, a brother-in-law, where a Masonic service took place this afternoon at three o'clock. Interment was made at Glenwood. Mr. Hamilton was amember of the Elyria Street Car Men's Association and of the the Blue Lodge and the Chapter of the Masons. He had many friends here and was highly regarded in Elyria. RAYMOND SWEET, AGED 29, DIED TODAY IN KINGSVILLE __ A Well Known and Highly Esteemed Citizen Succumbs to an Attack of Typhoid Fever. __ Raymond Sweet, one of the most highly esteemed residents of Kingsville, died at his home there this morning at 4 o'clock, of typhoid fever. He had been ill only a short time. Mr. Sweet was born in Monroe township and had he lived until April 21st, he would have been 29 years of age. He is survived by his wife, two children, Zelma, aged 7, and Garland, aged 2, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Burt Sweet, of Monroe Center, two sisters, Mrs. C. E. Lawrence of Hammond's Corners, Mrs. G. L. Bacon of Monroe Center, and a brother, Wade, who made his home with the deceased. The funeral will be held Sunday at 1 o'clock at the home in Kingsville, and interment will be made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. SORELY AFFLICTED __ Mr. and Mrs. John Regan Lose the Second Daughter Within Twelve Days From Scarlet Fever. __ Mr. and Mrs. John Regan of Harbor street are again bereaved by the death of a child. Dorothy, aged three, died today of blood poisoning resulting from scarlet fever. On February 15, a daughter, Margaret, aged seven, passed away, a victim of scarlet fever. Dorothy and a younger brother were ill of the same disease at the time. The little boy still has a temperature of 101 degrees, but no great apprehension is felt in his case, as he seems to be holding his own; but Dorothy developed every complication known in connection with scarlet fever and her condition, regarded as serious from the start, became hopeless as the disease progresssed. The scarlet fever ran its course, but the little child's system was full of poison, and death resulted from that cause. This double bereavement seems almost more than the parents can bear and the sympathy of the entire community goes out to them. OBITUARY From Conneautville, date of January 24, comes the following: Again God in his mysterious way has moved among his mortals on earth and taken from a fond and loving wife and children the husband and father, Raymond J. Sweet, after a series of illness of typhoid fever of six weeks' duration. On Thursday Jan. 18th, just as another day was dawning like a tired dove nearing home with its message, his weary spirit crossed the borderland to that sweet haven of rest where they will bask in the sunshine of God's love waiting for the coming of the broken hearted ones left behind. Raymond J. Sweet was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sweet, born in Monroe, O., on April 21, 1883; was united in marriage to Miss Hazel Dean, of Monroe, on Nov. 23, 1903. There came to bless this union two children, Velma A. and Garland. He leaves his wife and children, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sweet; sisters Mrs. Sadie Lawrence, Mrs. Mamie Bacon, and one brother, Wade L The funeral was held Sunday at his home at Kingsville, O., Rev. Nicholson officiating. One piece was sung, "One Sweetly Solemn Thought." In a casket of grey covered with beautiful floral offerings he was laid to rest beside his sister, Dora, who passed away Sept. 25, 1911, in the pretty cemetery at Kelloggsville, O. Being of a genial disposition he had won a large circle of friends who will extend their deepest heartfelt sympathy to those so sadly bereaved. Ere he had ceased to mourn for his sister he was called to meet her in that better land. "There was an Angel band in Heaven, That was not quite complete So God took our Raymond To fill the vacant seat. He has gone from his dear ones, his children and his wife, Whom he willingly toiled for and loved, as his life, Oh, God, how mysterious and how --- rest of article missisng. KELLOGG - PHELPS Miss Florence P. Phelps of Monroe and Clayton L. Kellogg of this city were united in marriage at the Baptist parsonage by the Rev. J. C. Ford Thursday morning. Both are well-known young people, the groom being employed by the Tungstoiler company and the bride before her marriage, having held a position at the Mazdalier company. After December 5th, Mr. and Mrs. Kellogg will be at home to their many friends at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Waring, 536 Mill street. All their friends join in wishing them unlimited happiness. POPULAR MONROE CENTER COUPLE QUIETLY WEDDED The marriage of Miss Dora M. Sweet of Monroe Center and Laurel H. Means of Bushnell occurred Friday evening, September 16th, the couple driving quietly to the M. E. parsonage in Kelloggsville, where Rev. R. G. Staley performed the ceremony which made them one. The young people have lived in Monroe for several years and a host of friends wish them every happiness in the life which is just opening before them. Mr. and Mrs. Means expect soon to commence housekeeping in Ashtabula, where he has been for some time in the employ of the P. & O. Railway Co. BUSHNELL * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Vital statistics for Monroe township for the year 1913, just certified by the secretary of state, give thirty three births and twenty-two deaths. There were no deaths in the township in the month of January, 1914, but eight in the month of February, the largest number in any one month since the records have been kept. Dr. Walker was called to the home of Vern Meacham Wednesday and pronounced Mrs. Meacham as suffering from scarlet fever. Mrs. Meacham had this disease only three years ago, but Dr. Tower, who was called in consultation, confirm-ed the diagnosis and the Meacham home is under quarantine. The school at Bushnell is by order of the board of health closed, as the teacher, Miss Katharine Wright, has been living at the Meacham home, and every precaution is being taken to prevent the spreading of the disease in the neighborhood. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Peters have been spending a few days at the home of Mrs. Peters' parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. Boyce. Robert J. Lewis has rented the Ed Wright farm west of Hatch's Corners and is moving there this week. Dr. Leet of Conneaut was called here by the serious illness of Mrs. John Johnson to counsel with Doctors Brayman and McCoy. Mrs. Johnson was taken to the hospital Thursday and will be operated on Monday forenoon. Lynn Peck was in Conneaut a couple of days last week and will go back Monday and stay until after the operation on his mother, Mrs. Johnson. Edwin Wheeler of Beaver, brother of Mrs. Johnson, was also in Conneaut. Frank Miller and his mother were visiting at Mr. and Mrs. George Beil's. Mr. and Mrs. James Taylor of Monroe were visiting their daughter, Mrs. Ralph Allen recently. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Fields of Ashtabula, who were called here by the dangerous illness of the latter's mother, returned to their home in Ashtabula Thursday. John Johnson returned home Wednesday from Conneaut, where he accompanied his wife who is in Grace hospital. Mrs. Johnson is getting along as well as could be expected having been operated on Monday forenoon. HAMMOND - LONG WEDDING SOLEMNIZED YESTERDAY __ Miss Ruth Long Was United in Marriage to Carl Hammond at 3:30 O'clock. __ Another pretty June wedding was that yesterday at 3:30 o'clock when Miss Ruth Long, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alpheus Long of Mill Street, was united in marriage to Carl Hammond. The home was prettily decorated with roses and daisies and the cremony was performed before a bank of greenery in the living room. Fifty relatives and friends of the couple witnessed the service. Rev. F. I. Johnson of the Methodist church officiated. The bride, who was attended by her sister, Miss Lydia, was gowned in blue silk and shadow lace. Her bouquet was bride's roses. The bridesmaid wore white embroidered voile and her flowers were also roses. Miss Nora Foster played the wedding march as the bridal party came down the stairs and took their places before the bank of palms. A dainty two course luncheon was served after the ceremony by Misses Leda Irish. Viola Olmsted, Zetta Holcomb and the couple left for a trip to Buffalo and Niagara Falls, on the afternoon Lake Shore train. Friends of the couple followed them to the station and gave them a send- off they will not soon forget. The newly-weds will make their home for the present with the bride's parents. Both are well-known in the city and have many friends. Mr. Hammond is an employee of the Ohio Sand company. 'BULA HONEYMOON ENDS IN ARREST __ Ashtabula, O., Feb. 20. - Mr. and Mrs. Rollie M. Newbold, married in Jefferson Monday evening were arrested yesterday on the charge that they did not give their correct ages when they applied for a license. Newbold was jailed and his young wife was kept in custody of the authorities. Mrs. Newbold was Miss Irene M. Schofield, daughter of a prominent farmer near here. Her parents say she was 17 Dec. 20, 1913, and that Newbold was 20 Dec. 9, 1913. It is said the girl's parents objected to the match. Monday the couple went to Jefferson and obtained a license, the boy saying he was 21 and the girl, 18. GOLDEN WEDDING DOWN IN FLORIDA __ Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Darling of This City Celebrate Their Fiftieth Anniversary Amid Orange Blossoms - Many Friends There. __ One of the greatly enjoyed Christmas affairs was the dinner given Monday at the Lakeview hotel by Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Darling, formerly of Conneaut, O., in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary to a number of their friends from that city. Mine host, William Norris, of the Lakeview, set forth a menu that would have done credit to Delmonico's, and to the sumptuous banquet, spread on tastefully adorned tables, the following guests sat down: Mr. and Mrs. Myron Bennett, Mr. and Mrs. William Grant, Mr. and Mrs. John Stein, Mr. and Mrs William Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wright, Mrs. Van Slyke, Messrs. Bert and Roy Darling, Austin Waterhouse, Frank Sanford and George Bonney. Mr. and Mrs. Darling were married in Beaver, Pa., Dec. 25, 1861. After fifty years of happy life together they have come to Kissimmee to round out under our sunny skies the cycle of their days. Mr. Darling has bought property here and has built a handsome residence on South Clyde avenue, where they will make their home. The Gazette joins in congratulating Mr. and Mrs. Darling on the occasion of their golden wedding, and in expressing the hope that their years may be crowned with gladness in Kissimme. - Kissimme (Fla.) Gazette. __ Their many friends in Conneaut extend to Mr. and Mrs. Darling their heartest congratulations and wish them many more years of happiness. That they could celebrate their golden wedding amid such pleasant surroundings, in the sunshine of the southland and have as their guests so many old-time friends and neighbors was fine indeeed. That they do not expect to make their permanent home in Florida, is known and much appreciated by many friends here. They will return here late in the spring according to their plans at the time of leaving. However, they expect to maintain a home in Kissimmee where they will be early each fall and remain until late in the spring. ENTRIES MADE BY THE COURT AT JEFFERSON __ Judge Roberts Overrules Motion For New Trial in Rayonr Vs. P. & O. Case. __ Several Divorces are Decreed __ The Amidon and Allen Divorce Cases Are From Conneaut - Several Other Couples Released From Bonds of Matrimony By the Fiat of Law. __ By Staff Correspondent. Jefferson, Jan. 16. - The following entries were made Saturday by Judge Roberts: Motion for a new trial overruled in the case of Earl Raynor vs. the P. & O. Plaintiff excepts. Alice Beck granted a divorce from Ralph Beck for gross neglect of duty. Lizzie Franklin granted a divorce from John Franklin, for gross neglect of duty, willful absence for three years and awarded custody of the children. Lissie M. Smith granted a divorce from Frank C. Smith for gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty. Awarded custody of the children and $1,000 alimony. Ernest J. Graves granted a divorce from Bertha W. Graves for adultery. Mable Winget granted a divorce from Frank Winget for gross neglect of duty. Minnie B. Allen granted a divorce from LeRoy B. Allen for gross neglect of duty and awarded alimony. Eleanor Bemis granted a divorce from Frank Bemis, for gross neglect of duty and habitual drunkeness for three years. Awarded custody of the child. Peace proceeding case of Ohio vs. Frank Kovacs dismissed for want of prosecution. Anna L. Amidon granted a divorce from Fred W. Amidon for gross neglect of duty and awarded custody of the child and possession of the personal property. Sherman G. Salisbury granted a divorce from georgia Salisbury for wilful absence for three years and adultery. PABODY - DEAN WEDDING WAS THURSDAY AFTERNOON __ Well-Known Young People Were Married at the Methodist Parsonage. __ The marriage of Miss Lena May Dean and Nelson G. Pabody was solemnized yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Methodist parsonage with Dr. F I. Johnson officiating. Miss Dean, who was attended by her sister, Miss Hazel Dean, was attired in a chic blue suit and hat. The bride's maid wore a gown of green pussywillow silk. Mr. Pabody was attended by his brother, Ray Pabody. Mrs. R. E. Dean, mother of the bride, Mrs. S. L. Pabody, mother of the groom, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Taggart, the latter a sister of Mr. Pabody, were the only ones present at the ceremony besdes the attendants. The couple very successfully evaded their friends by taking the C. & E. car to Erie where they boarded the train for Jamestown and Chautauqua, where they will spend their honeymoon. Mr. and Mrs. Pabody wll be at home at 208 Strathmore avenue, East Cleveland. The former is employed by the Ivanhoe Metal Works and like his bride has a wide circle of friends both in Conneaut and in Cleveland. * * * * * * * * * * * * * The 13th annual reunion of the Russell family was held June 10, 1914, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Marion Gillespie in Beaver Center, Pa. There were 55 descendants present besides several visitors. There was a bountiful dinner served at 12:30 o'clock to which all did ample justice. After dinner they all adjourned to the lawn where the business meeting was held and officers elected for the ensuing year, after which an interesting program was given in the way of recitations, songs and a family history on early life of Alfred and Sally Russell by V. F. Hallett. Those present from a distance were A. W. Payne of Sharon, Pa.; Miss Irene Whigam, of Cleveland, O.; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Russell, Mrs. and Mrs. V. F. Hallett, Mrs. M. E. Sensabaugh, Rev. Kemp, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Webster and family, all of Conneaut; Mrs. Nelia Fobes and children, of Albion; Fred Simons and son Maurice, of Monroe, O. All had a very enjoyable time. Adjourned to meet with Mr. and Mrs. Charley Tower of Beaver Center next year. Mrs. J. V. Russell and granddaughter, Ida Hall, of Conneaut, are the guests of relatives here. Master Leslie Fobes of Albion returned home Wed-nesday after spending a few days with his cousin, Bernice Tower. MISS RUTH MURPHY WED TO HUGH SAWTELLE __ The Ceremony Was Performed Yesterday In Jefferson by Rev. Goodrich. __ The romance of two of the city's well-known young people culminiated in marriage yesterday when Miss Ruth Murphy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John O. Murphy of Park place became the bride of Hugh D. Sawtelle, son of Mr. and Mrs. June Sawtelle. The young couple, accompanied by Misses Sarah Sawtelle and Eleanor Miller and Hugh Marcy and Kenneth Buss took the 8:30 car to Jefferson yester-day morning and after obtaining the license went to the Congregational parsonage were Miss Murphy and Mr. Sawtelle were wedded by Rev. J. A. Goodrich. Miss Miller and Mr. Buss attended them. The bride was very charming in a traveling suit of Copenhagen blue and a chic hat to match. The ring ceremony was used and the service was read before the bay window of the living room. The party then returned to Ashtabula where they had a wedding dinner and Mr. and Mrs. Sawtelle left at 3 o'clock for Chicago where the former will help to fit out his boat, the Linn on which he is assitant engineer. Both young people are prominent in the yournger set of the city and are general favorites. Miss Murphy was a member of the C. H. S. class of 1910 and has been a well liked member of the Pelton store sales staff for the last year or more. Mr. Sawtelle is a young man of character and a pleasing manner. They will have the well wishes of their many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Sawtelle will to to housekeeping later on. HOTTEST MAY WEATHER WITHIN RECOLLECTION (1914 writen in pencil here) __ The past week has been the hottest of any May on record in this section. Yesterday and today the temperature has been above 90 in the shade, with great humidity to accentuate the discomfort. In Cleveland yesterday the temperature reached 95 in the shade, the highest temperature with two exceptions in that city in 40 years. Twelve persons became insane from heat. Some relief is promised for tomorrow. SEVEN HORSES AND A COW BURNED TO DEATH __ Barn on Mill Street Owned By Mrs. James Press Destroyed By Fire Early This Morning - W. F. Hallett Loses Heavily. __ Seven horses and a cow were burned to death early this morning when a barn on Mill street, owned by Mrs. James Press, was destroyed by fire. Five of the horses belonged to W. F. Hallett, Jr., and the cow was the property of Mrs. Press. The fire was discovered at about 3 o'clock this morning almost simultaneously by Patrolman Gee and Fred Swain and Elmer Jacobs. Gee was the first one at the barn, it is said. He found the big doors ajar and as he swung them open a blast of flames swept out. The interior of the structure was all ablaze. Swain, who roomed in the Press house, was awakened by the blaze and after partly dressing started out. He saw that he could do nothing, so he returned to the house, awakened the inmates and sent in an alarm by telephone. The Hook and Ladder company and the Cataract hose responded, but when they arrived on the scene the fire was beyond control, flames enveloping the entire sturcture. It was impossible to do anything toward rescuing the livestock, as when the fire was first discovered the animals had undoubtedly been suffocated, although Gee thought he saw one horse loose in the barn. Besides his horses, Mr. Hallett lost seven harnesses, all the tools used by him in road constructing work and a quantity of hay and feed. He estimates his loss at $1,800, insured for $750. The origin of the fire is not known, but it is surmised that tramps were responsible. The barn was locked at 5:30 last night, but when Officer Gee arrived on the scene this morning the doors were standing partly open. It is supposed that tramps broke into the barn and set it afire while smoking. It seems like a coincidence that the barn which formerly stood on the site of the one burned this morning was destroyed by fire in 1904, and six head of Kentucky thoroughbreds and trotting horses belonging to the late James Press were burned to death. COWGIRL COMING TODAY Alberta Clair, the Wyoming cowgirl, who is making a horseback trip from Wyoming to New York, left Kingsville today at 4 p.m. W. F. HALLET BECOMES A JOYOUS GRANDFATHER Mr. and Mrs. Finley Hallet of Mill street are the parents of an 8 1/2 pound girl born last evening. The mother and daughter are doing well. One of the newcomer's distinctions is that her advent makes W. F. Hallett a grandpa. Grandpa Hallett bears his honors with as much dignity as a man who is filled with joy can maintain. CLYNTON KELLOGG INJURED Clynton L. Kellogg , of Mill street, while at work on a press at the Conneaut Can company, Saturday, had the misfortune to have the ends of the first two fingers on the right hand cut off. Dr. Cole dressed the hand. Although the injury is very painful, he is getting along nicely. THE SECRET CAME OUT Ralph Alward and Mrs. Bessie Beals attempted to keep secret the nature of their trip to Meadville, on Friday but friends have learned that they were married in that city. Mr. Alward is associated with his father in the Alward meat market and is well-known in Conneaut. The new Mrs. Alward is equally a favorite among her friends. It has also been learned that the couple will go to housekeeping soon and had intended to announce their marriage later. MRS. HARRY KNAPP OF NORTH CONNEAUT PASSES AWAY - FUNERAL WILL OCCUR SUNDAY __ Leaving a husband and five children, the youngest only two days old, to mourn her loss, Mrs. Harry Knapp passed away Friday at her home in North Conneaut. The funeral will be held from the home at 1:30 p. m. Sunday, and interment will be in the Center cemetery. Rev. White of the U. B. church will officiate. The children are Archie Gibbs, a son of a former husband; Gertrude, May, Amy, and the baby, whose faltering footsteps into the world will have to be unguided by a mother's care and watchfulness. The deceased also leaves her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Bentley, and two brothers, Mark and Fitch Everett. OBITUARY Mr. E. A. Brayman, one of the oldest residents of Pierpont, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Scott, in Albion, Pa., April 26, 1909, at the advanced age of 83 years, 4 months and 23 days. He was born in Pierpont, Dec. 3rd, 1825, and made this his permanent home until the death of his wife a few years ago, but since has spent most of his time with his son, Dr. Brayman, of Rock Creek, and his daughter, Ella Scott, of Albion, Pa. He was converted in Jan. 1840, and united with the Free Baptist church of Pierpont and remained a consistent member till the time of his death. His body was brought to Pierpont Wednesday, April 28, and the funeral was held in the Baptist church at 2 p. m., conducted by Rev. R. E. Benjamin and the interment was made in the Pierpont cemetery. CONNEAUTVILLE July 24 - Again God in his mysterious way has been in our midst and chosen one whose life was bright and fair, taken her to those mansions above to dwell with him, a bride of less than a month. Mr. Frank Harvey and Miss Carrie Miller were married June 28th, she died at the Grace Hospital in Conneaut, O., July 18, at the age of 19 years, 1 month and 20 days, after a short illness. She leaves a husband, a mother, one brother and a host of friends to mourn her. Funeral was held at Hammonds' Corners, Rev. Benjamin officiating. His well chosen text was from the 15th Chapter of Jeremiah, second clause of the 9th Verse, "Her sun is gone down while it was yet day." Rev. Boice, of Pierpont offered prayer. Rev. Hulbert, of Beaver Center, her late pastor, made the closing remarks on the beautiful life she had lived. She has left a fit example for her Sunday School class to follow, to gain the beautiful home in heaven she has passed to. Two beautiful selections were sung, "Face to Face," and "We are Gong Down the Valley, One by One," by Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bentley, Maud Smith, of Beaver Center, Charles Marcy, of Conneaut, O. The bearers were Lynn Perry, Ray Johnson, Carl Fails and Charlie Bromfield. She was laid to rest in the pretty cemetery at Pierpont, O. The beautiful offerings were many. 'Tis hard to break the tender cord, When love has bound the heart 'Tis hard so hard to speak the words, We must forever part. Dearest loved one we have laid thee In the peaceful graves' embrace, But thy memory will be cherished Till we see thy heavenly face. Conneautville continued: Mr. and Mrs. Bert Waid were tendered a surprise post card shower on the 17th, it being their 10th wedding anniversary. They wish to thank their many friends for remembering them. They received cards to the number of 67. THE HILL FUNERAL __ Sevices Will Be Held at the Congregational Church Saturday Afternoon at 2 o'clock. A great amount of sympathy is felt by many people in Conneaut for a little woman deep in sorrow at her home on Grant street with her two little babies, one but seven weeks of age. The accident of early yesterday morning near Angola, which took the life of M. J. Hill, is much deplored and has made the sad little home above mentioned. The young widow seeks consolations in the two little ones. The accident was reported yesterday in these columns it being the general opionion of the trainmen that the flagman was struck by a Penn-sylvania train, which he did not see or hear on account of the terrific storm. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 12 o'clock at the Congregational church, Rev. J. H. Rankin, the pastor officiating. The services will be in charge of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, of which organization Jerome Hill was the vice president. Burial will be in Glenwood cemetery. WEDDING AT BUSHNELL Ruby Elecia Randall and Vern Louis Meacham were married Christmas evening at seven o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Randall. On account of the illness of the bride's father, only a few of the near relatives were present. At the hour, the happy couple entered the room to the strains of the wedding march and were untied in marriage by the father of the bride, a justice of the peace. After congratulations refereshments were served. The bride wore a gown of castor silk and looked charming. Mr. Meacham is the teacher at Kelloggsville and Mrs. Meacham at Bushnell and they will continue their schools the balance of the term and will reside for the present at the home of the bride's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Meacham have the best wishes of their many friends. The presents were displayed in the parlor and included silver, glassware and useful household articles. Those present were Mrs. A. M. Ingalls, Mrs. S. C. Ingalls, Mr. and Mrs. I. P. Felch and Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Ingalls, Mrs. Ingalls presiding at the piano. MRS. MORRIS WOLF DIED IN 28TH YEAR __ Sarah Geller Wolf, wife of Morris Wolf, one of Conneaut's prominent merchants departed this life Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock, after a lingering illness with tuberculosis and heart trouble, at the Wolf home on Harbor street. The deceased was born in Sziget, Maramaros county, Austria-Hungary, September 5, 1883, so that she was in her twenty-eighth year. January 14, 1907, she was united in marriage to Morris Wolf, at the home of her parents in Sziget, Mr. Wolf being at that time in the old country on a visit. In April, 1907, the couple returned to this country, and since that time have resided in Conneaut. Mr. Wolf conducting grocery stores in various parts of the city. For eleven years previous to his return to Europe Mr. Wolf conducted a grocery store at Monroe Center. Mrs. Wolf is survived by her husband, one three-year-old son, Norman, her parents, three brothers and one sister in Sziget. A short funeral service will be held at the home Sunday morning, and the remains will be taken over the Nickel Plate to Cleveland for burial. BRAYMAN - BARNARD A very pretty wedding was solemnized Tuesday afternoon, November 7th, at 1:30 o'clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George L. Barnard, 10836 Superior avenue, N. E., when their daughter, Ursula Marville, became the bride of Mr. Forest E. Brayman. The ring service was followed, Rev. J. S. Kendall, of Dayton, officiating. The bride was gowned in white satin with pearl timmings, her bouquet being bride's roses and lilies of the valley. Miss Adaline Bernard, a sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Mendelssohn's wedding march was played by Miss Eunice Bartlett. Those present from out of town were Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Kendall, Dayton; Chas. Henry Blatchley, Detroit, Mich.; Mr. and Mrs. Brayman, parents of the bridegroom, Conneaut, also Mrs. Brayman, Sr. of Conneaut. After a short trip in the west, Mr. and Mrs. Brayman will make their home near Norrias (via Katherine), Texas, going to that place with the groom's parents. MARRIED IN JEFF Miss Hazel Ella Kellogg of Conneaut and Daniel H. McCollister of New Philadelphia were married at the probate court Thursday by Rev. J. A. Goodrich. IOWA CORN BELT FARMER BUYS ALLYN FLATS Edward Kline an Iowa man, yesterday purchased the Allyn flats south of West Main street of E. M. Constock and will soon begin farming operations thereon. Coming from his western home the gentleman traveled for a week trying to find just such a place as he had in mind to conduct such agricultural opera- tions as he will here follow. He visited such rich sections as Niagara and Chautauqua counties, New York but failed to find what he wanted. Learning of the fruit and berry successes in this community, he came here and soon found just what he wanted. He will grow tomatoes and pumpkins for the canning factory this season, but later will go into market gardening on an extensive scale and in an intensive way. The gentleman has had a big bonanza farm in the Iowa corn belt, but prefers a little land well tilled. MARRIED AT JEFFERSON At the Congregational church in Jefferson, Miss Maude E. Hammond of Hammonds' Corners was united in marriage to Robert Fails of Beaver, Pa., Monday. The Rev. J. A. Goodrich, pastor of the church, performed the ceremony. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Hammond and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Fails of the State Line road. Mr. Fails is employed on the farm of Ed Wheeler and both young people are very popular among their friends. ALLEN - TAYLOR Ralph Allen of Pierpont and Grace Taylor of Monroe were married Thursday, Jan. 29. Congratulations. ****** A recent issue of the News-Herald says that Mrs. Nancy Hoskins of Conneaut recently passed her 85th birthday. Mrs. Hoskins formerly lived in Pierpont, O., and has many relatives and friends in that place and adjoining county. STATE LINE **** Charlie Walker left Friday for Vienna where he has employment with his brother-in-law in the marble works. John Kelley visited at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harry Manville, of Conneaut, Monday. About forty neighbors and friends met Monday evening and gave Mrs. John Kelley a surprise, it being her seventieth birthday. A very pleasant evening was spent. FOUR INJURED BY EXPLOSION ABOUT 2 P. M. __ A gasoline engine on the farm of Frank Lester, in Beaver township, near the Pierpont line, exploded at 2 o'clock this afternoon, badly injuring four young men. Clyde Martin was very severely burned, Lou Barton, a man named Land and a fourth man whose name has not been learned, were less seriously burned. Two doctors from Conneautville were summoned. It is believed that Martin will live although that is not yet certain. TAKING WEDDING TRIP AGAIN Today is the silver wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Loomis and early this morning, to celebrate the event, they started to take the same trip that they did on their wedding day twenty-five years ago. They will be gone about a week, visiting Mrs. Loomis' old home in Pennsylvania, near Geneva, and relatives and friends in Linesville, Meadville, Dunbar and other towns. The honeymoon trip was made with a horse and carriage and in this way Mr. and Mrs. Loomis started this morning. ***************** The many friends of Hazel Dean Sweet were pleased to learn of her marriage Monday, Feb. 23, to Mr. Orcutt Ward, a highly respected and prosperous young farmer of Wayne, O. Mrs. Wade Sweet, sister of the groom, and her husband accompanied them to Jefferson where the knot was tied by Rev. A. J. Goodrich. The bride wore a stylish gown of blue cloth with coat and hat to match. After a short visit with the bride's parents Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Dean at Springfield, they will be at home in Wayne. CORDELIA BENSON _ Member of a Pioneer Family of Monroe - Funeral Friday at 12 Noon. __ Another of the aged descendants of a Western Reserve pioneer family has gone from this world. Mrs. Cordelia Benson, relict of Julius Benson, deceased, is dead at the family home at Monroe Center after a general breakdown and illness which had confined her to her home throughout the winter. She was 79 years of age. Mrs. Benson was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Park Davis, who came to this section in the early pioneer days and settled in Pierpont. That township was the family home. The Bensons made their home in Monroe fifty-six years ago and there the family home has been throughout these long years. Julius Benson died twenty-six years ago. Three sons survive to perpetuate a name always honored in the community. They are Albert D., J. C. and E. K. The former lives in Denmark and the others live in Monroe. The funeral will be held from the late home on Friday at twelve o'clock. Burial will be in the cemetery at Kelloggsville. NEEDHAM - PHILLIPS On September 11th, in Cleveland, Miss Georgia Phillips, a former Conneaut girl, and a daughter of Mrs. E. L. Phillips, was quietly united in marriage to Frank A. Needham, of Cleveland. Mr. Needham is assistant manager of the company which publishes the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen every month. Mr. and Mrs. Needham are keeping house in the Alhambra apartments on Wade Park avenue. Miss Phillips is very well known in Conneaut, and many of her friends who have not as yet learned of her marriage will be interested in the event. Mr. and Mrs. Needham will be the Sunday guests of the bride's sister, Mrs. Warren Risley, in this city. FOUND DEAD IN BED __ Mrs. Roxana Peters of Bushnell Died During Sleep Last Night - Discovered This Morning. __ Mrs. Roxana Peters of Bushnell, widow of Edward Peters, was found dead in her bed this morning. J. O. Clark, a brother-in-law, went to her home, where she lived alone, about 11 o'clock this morning, and getting no response to his knock, he broke open the door and discovered that Mrs. Peters had passed away. Death, it is presumed, came some time during the night, and was due to heart failure, as Mrs. Peters has suffered with heart trouble for some time past. Mr. Clark called at the home yesterday, and found Mrs. Peters in her usual state of health. The deceased was 70 years of age and a resident of Bushnell for years. She has lived alone between two and three years since the death of her son, Fred. No funeral arrangements have as yet been made. WILSON - CHAPMAN NUPTIALS WERE QUIETLY SOLEMNIZED __ Rev. Rankin Performed the Ceremony in Their Own Home on Cleveland Court. __ A pretty romance culminated in a quiet wedding ceremony Tuesday afternoon, when Miss Florence Margaret Chapman and Dr. Harold Wilson were united in marriage. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. L. Rankin, pastor of the Congrega-tional church at 4 o'clock in the couple's own home on Cleveland Court. Miss Annetta Cullium, a nurse at the General hospital, was the only attendant. The bride wore a traveling suit of dark blue, as immediately after the ceremony Dr. and Mrs. Wilson left on Lake Shore train No. 46 for New York, where they will spend a two weeks' honeymoon with relatives of the former. The bride, for the past seven years, has been matron of the General hospital, coming here from Pittsburg, where she trained. She has endeared herself to all with whom she has come in contact by her estimable qualities and quiet dignity of character. Her career as a nurse has met with unqualified success, as her nature is exactly suited to that vocation. Dr. Wilson is a physician and surgeon who stands among the first in the men of his profession in the city. He is president of the General hospital staff and is also surgeon for the Pittsburg & Conneaut Dock company. The marriage of two such well known and universally admired people is a matter of wide interest. After their return from the east, Dr. and Mrs. Wilson will reside in their tastily furnished home on Cleveland Court. WIFE WAS WORTH SILVER DOLLAR __ The Spirit of Chivalry Was Not Conspicuous at This Marriage Ceremony. __ Jefferson, July 28. - They say that the spirit of chivalry has completely abandoned us, crowded out by a mercenary age. A local divine had an experience the other day to confirm this. A young couple came to the parsonage with proper credentials from the probate office. The minister said the necessary words. After the knot had been tied, the groom turned to the minister and inquired, "How much do I owe you?" "How much is she worth to you?" counter-questioned the preacher. The young man calmly reached into his pocket and presented the clergyman with a round silver dollar. **** STATE LINE **** Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Reeves, formerly of this place, but now residing at Springboro, Pa., were sadly bereaved of their four-months-old son on Monday. The funeral was held at the State Line church at 11 o'clock Wednesday, Rev. Hook of Springboro officiating. He chose for his sermon "Who Is the Greatest in Heaven." Miss Mamie Pitts, Mrs. Mary Hall and Mrs. O. D. Wright sang the hymns, "Nearer My God to Thee," "Sleep, Sleep On, Sweet Child," and "Looking This Way." The little one was laid to rest in Kelloggsville. A temperance lecture was held last Friday evening at State Line church with a large crowd in attendance. The men who lectured were from Ashtabula. LEROY SHELDON OF ASHTABULA KILLED IN AUTO ACCIDENT __ Touring Car Struck a Hole in The Road and Turned Over - Another Man Fatally Injured. __ LeRoy Sheldon of Ashtabula, aged 32, son of former Sheriff Carey Sheldon, was instantly killed while returning from Saybrook in his auto shortly after midnight Sunday morning by the overturning of the machine. His neck was broken A. B. Warmington, a Lake Shore conductor, in the hospital with his skull crushed and leg broken, and died Sunday night. Warmington leaves a wife, a married daughter and several brothers and sisters. Edward Dibell has three broken ribs and possibly internal injuries. Thomas Doyle is slightly hurt. Both the last named were railroad men. Sheldon had been attending an Elks' gathering near Saybrook and had brought to Ashtabula one party and was returning home with the second party. The auto went into a hole in the road, and was given a sudden turn. By mistake Sheldon put his foot on the accelerator instead of the foot brake. The car shot ahead and turned over on its side in the ditch, throwing Sheldon and his companions out. Mr. Sheldon was deputy sheriff when his father was sheriff, but of late years has been engaged in the meat business. He leaves a wife and one child, a son aged five years. The funeral will be held from the late home of the deceased, on River street, Ashtabula, on Tuesday, at 2 p.m. Burial in Ashtabula cemetery. Mr. R. C. Sheldon of this city is an uncle of the deceased, and Mrs. George Lyman is an aunt. DEATH OF C. T. NORTHROP SUPT. OF CITY SCHOOLS Calvin T. Northrop, superintendent of the Conneaut city schools, died at Grace hospital Sunday morning at about 5:40 a. m. The cause of death was blood poisoning, resulting from an abscess affecting the mastoid bone. The incipient affection was of years standing, and for two months past Mr. Northrop had suffered considerable pain from it, although not complaining. An attack of grippe about ten days ago aggravated the complaint and a malignant abscess formed. On Wednesday night Mr. Northrop was taken to Grace hospital and a surgical operation was per-formed on his head by Dr. Bunts of Cleveland, assisted by Dr. F. W. Upson and Dr. W. H. Leet of this city. But septic poisoning supervened and he gradually sank until death relieved his suffering. He suffered great agony during his illness but spoke not one word to indicate it. Mr. Northrop was conscious to the last and met his fate bravely. Just before he passed away he whis- pered to those around his bedside that he was going, as he felt coming on a sinking spell from which he would not rally. He was raised from a recumbent position to aid him in breathing, and immediately breathed his last. Calvin T. Northrop was born at Stanfordville, N. Y., May 17, 1858. He was one of four brothers who were left homeless at an early age by the death of their parents, the father having been killed in the civil war, and his place of burial in Kentucky not being discovered until about three years ago. Calvin was three years old when he was orphaned, his brothers were aged, two, five and seven years respectively. The family name was Schoonoven but the brothers were brought up by different families, each with a surname differing from the others. Calvin was taken by Alonzo Northrop of Worcester, Otsego county, N. Y. C. E. Carey and R. S. Thomas, two of the brothers still survive and are here, and William Schoonoven died in Otsego county, N. Y., seven years ago. Calvin T. Northrop received his early training in the schools, public and academy, at Worcester, N. Y. Later he attended the Albany Normal school and finished his schooling at Illinois Wesleyan college. But he taught school at intervals in order to pay his way through the educational institutions which he attended, and after completing his education he made teaching his profession. He taught district schools in Otsego county, N.Y., at the age of 16 years. He taught at Portlandville, N. Y. and at Decatur, N. Y., and subsequently became the head of the schools at Worcester, where his education began. For eleven years he was superintendent of schools at Garrettsville, O., coming from there to Conneaut in 1901 as superintendent of the city schools. During his administration the city schools have made great progress, and Mr. Northrop has won recognition as a progressive and able educator throughout northeastern Ohio. He was a member of the National, State and county educational associa-tions, and kept abreast of the advancement of educa-tional methods and ideas. Mr. Northrop was chiefly instrumental in securing the Carnegie library for this city and was among the foremost in every movement designed to promote the welfare of the city. Mr. Northrop was a 32d degree Mason, belonging to the Knights Templars and Consistory at Albany, N. Y., the Lodge, Chapter and Council of Conneaut, a member of the Sons of Veterans, Order of Eastern Star, the B. P. O. E., and the Colonial club. Calvin T. Northrop and Miss Harriet Blair were united in marriage at Cooperstown, N.Y., August 27, 1879. No children blessed this union, but the wife survives to mourn her loss. Two brothers also survive - C. E. Carey of Warren, O., formerly supertendent of the Conneaut schools, and R. S. Thomas of Cleveland , a banker. The body will lie in state at the High School building from 10 a. m. till 12 noon, Wednesday, after which it will be taken to the Congregational church. The funeral services in memory of the deceased will be held at the Congreagational church on Wednesday at 2 o'clock. Rev. J. H. Rankin, pastor of the Congregational church will have charge of the services, assisted by other pastors of the city. The remains will be taken to Worcester, N. Y., for interment. All the stores in the city will be closed the day of the funeral between the hours of 1:30 and 3:30. The schools will be closed all day and various orders will attend the services in a body. MISS RUTH POWELL TO MARRY ALVA BELDING At a prettily arranged misceallneous shower Saturday evening, given by Mrs. Claude Crouch and Miss Marian Karpf at the home of Mrs. George Lyman, Miss Ruth Powell was the honored guest. Miss Powell, who is to wed Alva Belding, will be a bride of the near future. The guests were a number of Miss Powell's girl friends and each presented her with a charming gift. The evening passed away most delightfully were informal amusements and the hostesses served a very tempting collation. The guest list included besides the hostesses and honor guest, the Misses Florence Rathbun, Lorena Wright, Irene Follett, Enid Thomas, Ella Slaughter, Harriette Powell and Mrs. Roy Evans. TRUE CHRISTIAN SPIRIT SHOWN BY THESE MEN A most commendable spirit of "doing as you would be done by" has been evinced within the last few days out at Clarks Corners. Leon Hall, who has been ill with inflammatory rheumatism for several months was given a "plowing bee" last Thursday when neighboring farmers with thirteen teams turned in and plowed ten acres for him. Dan Wheeler has also been in poor health and just before he was taken sick, had planned an extensive addition to his chicken house and yards. A number of his friends enclosed the plot with fences Saturday afternoon, this being the needed improvement. In several instances the men themselves had not completed their spring work but gladly gave up their time to the aid of those incumbered by ill health. WEST SPRINGFIELD LADY OF ADVANCED YEARS IS DEAD Mrs. Anne E. Nash, an aged and respected resident of the ridge road, West Springfield, died at her home early this morning after a severe illness which her advanced age of seventy-five could not throw off. She is survived by her husband and one daughter, Mrs. Smith Chapman. The funeral will be held from the home Monday afternoon at two o'clock. BRIDGE OPEN; REPAIRS MAKE IT STRONGER Completion of repairs to the first of the twin bridges at Farnham has enabled the opening of the Center road south. The work has been under way for the past week. Forty floor joists, broken down under recent heavy traffic over the structure, have been repaired and the floor renewed. The bridge is now one of the strongest in the vicinity. William Hallett and his men had the contract, under direction of the county commissioners. The Middle road bridge, known to many as the Gibson bridge, is now being repaired in the same way, so that road will be impassable for a few days. SPRINGBORO MAN KILLED BY TRAIN Springboro, Pa., Octo. 18 - Gerald Harvey, of this place, stepped in front of passenger train No. 10 on the Bessemer road, and sustained injuries from which he died shortly after. After the accident the young man was taken to Albion for treatment. He died on his way to that town. The remains were brought back to Springboro. Harvey was on his way home from work when the accident occurred. FINED $50 FOR DELIVERING LOW GRADE OF MILK __ A Hammond's Corners ManArrested At The Instance of State Food Inspector. __ Milk Was Below the Standard __ The Offender Was Brought to Conneaut, Yesterday Afternoon and Pleaded Guilty and Paid $50 and Costs of Analysis and Costs of Proceedings in Sum of $10.90. __ Casper J. Terry, of Hammond's Corners, was arrested yesterday by Constable Helmer, on a warrant by Justice Willoughby of this city, on an affidavit sworn to by State Food Inspector Frank A. Fisher. Fisher charged that Terry, by his agent, James Russell, on or about September 14, 1911, did deliver to E. E. Wivel's creamery, at Monroe Center, a quantity of milk which was adulterated in this, to wit, that siad milk contained only 8.91 per cent total solids and no more, and 2.80 per cent of butter fats and no more contrary to the statute. Terry appeared before Justice Willoughby last evening and was fined $50 and cost amounting to $10.90. He paid the $60.90. MR. E. C. WIVEL EXPLAINS THE TERRY MATTER __ The Purchaser of the Milk Delivered by Mr. Terry Defends The Seller. __ The Law is Greatly At Fault __ Mr. Wivel Contends That Farmer Did Not Know That Milk Was Below Standard - It Was Not Adulterated - Did not Plead Guilty But Paid Fine to Avoid Further Trouble. __ E. C. Wivel, proprietor of the creamery at Monroe Center, sends the following communication: Editor of News-Herald: In an issue of this paper on Friday, Nov. 3, was printed an account of the fine imposed on Casper J. Terry of Hammond's Corners, for milk delivered in an adulterated state and below standard. The wording of this article is very misleading. The article states that Mr. Terry pleaded guilty, only paid his fine because advised by counsel to do so, so as to avoid further trouble. When asked by the justice if he pleaded guilty, Mr. Terry replied emphatically; " I do not. I am not guilty - why should I plead so?" Now I wish to state for the benefit of many that even though milk is of a low grade it is possible for certain cows in a herd to make it so. It has been proven a number of times. It is not fair to blame the owner of the cow for adulterating the milk when the cow without his knowledge is the guilty party. The milk is classed as adulterated not because water has been added by the owner - mark this - but because the cow has not produced sufficient solids and butter fat in her product. I have seen this tried and tested out a number of times while in charge of the experimental herd of the Maryland Agricultural college. I have also found while herdsman in a certified dairy that the milk of some cows was below the standard fixed by law and that milk form cows richer in fat had to be mixed with it so as to make it salable. If the laws of the state are to be the benefit to a community which they claim to be and for which they are established, why do they not take hold of matters in a different manner? If they are for the good of the farmer why not got to the farm, inspect the herd, get a controlled sample and then inform him of the coniditions, giving the man a chance to have each cow tested separately and to dispose of those falling below standard and not jump on with both feet without a word of warning. BODY OF FRANCIS WORK TAKEN TO ANDOVER __ Many Beautiful Floral Offerings Presented - Young Companions Acted As Pall Bearers. __ Funeral rites over the body of the late Francis Work were conducted at the Work home, Broad street, at 11 o'clock this morning by Rev. Frend I. Johnson of the Methodist church and were private, only the relatives attending. Rev. Johnson spoke feelingly and comfortingly to the bereaved family. The body was surrounded by scores of beautiful flowers sent as silent tokens of the reward and sympathy of many friends. From the three boys whom the departed youth had been camping, came a broken wheel, made of white roses. Other boyhood chums sent a blanket of white roses and the C. H. S. class of 1915 sent a large star of roses bearing the numerals of the class. Dozens of other pieces were also sent. Pall bearers were the lad's camping companions, Carlyle Hammond, Hal Tyler, Edward Crombie, and three classmates, Raymond Welsh, Duane Loomis and Orris Barber. The body was taken to Andover the former home, on the Lake Shore fyer and interment was made in the Andover cemetery. FAIRVIEW John Taylor, aged 82 years, died at his home near Conneautville, Nov. 20. Mr. Taylor was for many years a resident of Beaver township, living at Reed's Corners. His first wife whose name was Susan Taylor, died in 1907. A few years later Mr. Taylor married Mrs. Loretta Eighmy of Conneaut, O., who still survives. A son, Rodney Taylor, of Beaver township, and several grandchildren remain. Mr. Taylor's funeral was held at his late residence Sunday aftenoon. Interment was in the Penn Line cemetery. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the many friends who so kindly remembered us at our "Easter Shower." We received forty-eight dollars and forty-five post cards which will be accepted in the same friendly feeling with which we know they were sent. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hall. Conneaut, March 29, 1910. FAIRVIEW Mrs. R. A. Wheeler died at her home in Beaver township, Crawford county, Pa., Sunday morning, February 22, 1914, aged 83 years, 11 months and 8 days. She leaves one son, two daughters, five grandchildren and numerous relatives and friends. The funeral was held Tuesday, February 24, at 2 p. m. Her huband, the late Edwin Wheeler, died March 11, 1907. In June 1871, Mrs. Wheeler sustained the loss of four sons, in as many days, diphtheria being the cause of their deaths. Mrs. Wheeler has been a resident of Beaver for about half a century, coming from Monroe township, Ashtabula county. We are having another cold wave. This February will be apt to go into history as one of the coldest months for a number of years. MRS. WHEELER'S FUNERAL __ The funeral of Mrs. E. J. Wheeler was held Saturday, March 6th. A prayer was offered by Rev. Kreager at the home of Theron Gruey and the remains were taken to the Baptist church at Pierpont where Rev. Benjamin took his text from Corinthians 3:20-21. A quartet composed of Mrs. Adams, Mrs. Ethel Campbell, Rev. Benjamin and Charles Marcy sang "Jesus, Savior Pilot Me," "Lead Kindly Light," and "Some Day We'll Understand." The church was filled with sorrowing friends and relatives from Ashtabula, Geneva, Conneaut, Avonia, Pa., Beaver Center and Pierpont. Mrs. Wheeler was a Christian from childhood and was much beloved by all who knew her. The deceased was laid to rest in the Pierpont cemetery in a beautiful couch casket covered with an abundance of beautiful flowers. **** **** **** Mrs. Joe Lawrence and daughter, Janette, went to Albion Sunday to spend a few days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Munger. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Carr attended the funeral Sunday of Mrs. Hudson Lawrence, who died at Alameda, Col. Her former home was at Rundell-town, but she had lived in Colorado for the past thirty-one years. For several years Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence spent their summers at their former home here. The funeral was held at her old home in Rundelltown. Interment in Conneautville cemetery. She leaves many friends here to mourn her loss. LEE RANDALL DEAD __ Lee Randall a well known resident of Bushnell died Sunday afternoon. Funeral services will be held at the family home Tuesday at 12:30 eastern standard. MAIL WAGON WRECKED ON HIGH LEVEL BRIDGE __ J. H. McCrone, Carrier on Rural Route No. 4, Made Hasty Exit From Vehicle. (1914 written in pencil here) __ J. H. McCrone, carrier on rural route No. 4, made a hasty exit from high level bridge this morning at the same time a C. & E. car was entering the city. The mail man was driving in the car tracks and attempting to get his rig to one side a wheel dropped between the rail and a guard rail. Speedy work by the motorman brought the car nearly to a stop before it struck the wagon demolishing the wheel. The mailman was uninjured and the horses were free and clear of the car. Mail on route 4 was a little late but the mail man got there just the same. THREE HUNDRED KILLED IN PENNSYLVANIA TOWN __ Flood Lossened When Bayless Dam Burst and Carried All Before It At Austin, A Borough With Three Thousand Inhabitants and Large Industrial Interests. __ Loss of Life May Reach a Total of 500 __ Scores Drowned and Many Burned In the Fire Which Consumed the Wrecks of Buildings - A Wall of Water 40 Feet High Swept Down the Valley and Destroyed Millions of Dollars Worth of Property. __ Austin, Pa., Oct. 2. - It would take the brush of a Verestchagin, that wonderful Russian painter of desolation, to convey an adequate impression of the ruin wrought at Austin. No more words can tell the story, though they may give an idea of what has occurred. The number of bodies recovered from the ruins of the village wiped out by the bursting of the dam of the Bayless Pulp & Paper Co. is no indica-tion of the number of dead. A conservative estimate of the loss places the dead at 200 or more. Thus far 18 bodies have been taken from the wreckage and 15 of these identified. It is estimated that of the 675 houses in the village 500 have been swept away. Nearly all were dwell-ings and it is fair to presume that at least one person was in each of them. This would bring the total to 500 person lost. As a matter of fact no one can estimate with accuracy the loss of life. Whole families were destroyed. The hysterical place it as high as 1,000, the conservatives say 300. Until the debris is cleared away until the last pile of burning refuse has been examined and the charred bones of those who died by fire as well as those who met death by drowning have been counted and the number of reported mising tabulated, the number of dead will not be known. Destruction Was Quick. The story of the havoc wrought could have been recorded on a camera in five minutes. From the second the dam gave away until the great wave of water passed over Austin, only that small space of time elapsed. At 2:30 p. m. the main street of Austin was filled with women doing their weekly shopping. Scores of persons had driven in from the surround-ing country. Four hundred employees were at work in the pulp mill while 150 more stacked lumber in the yards. There was a report as of a cannon. Then came another. There was no need to tell anyone who heard it what had happened. The engineer at the mill seized the telphone and called to the central operator at Austin that the dam had broken. Then he threw the receiver down and climbed for safety. In a second the water was about him, but he escaped. Two minutes after the operator at Austin had re-ceived the message: "The dam has gone out," a wall of water 50 feet high was upon it. Fifty feet high for the first half mile it fell to a height of 40 feet. It carried all before it. Frame buildings and those of brick were toppled over. Inhabitants Were Helpless Down Main street it came with a roar that struck terror to the hearts of all the town. Men clambored for places of safety. Those on the first . . . .rest of article missing. BUSHNELL The funeral of Lee Randall, who died Saturday afternoon, was held at his late residence in Bushnell, Tuesday the 17th inst., and was attended by a large number of relatives and friends. Rev. Mr. Benjamin of Pierpont officiated. Mr. Randall was the son of Newell W. Randall and Emma Baker and was born in Keepville, Pa., July 14th, 1876. His mother died when he was quite young and most of his life was spent in or near Conneaut, Ohio, he having lived in Bushnell for the past fourteen years. He was married May 30th, 1900, to Gertrude Clark of Monroe by Rev. Mr. Benjamin of Pierpont. Two children were born of this union, Ralph and Emma. Mr. Randall is survived by his widow, the two children, his father, one brother, William C., of Albion, and two sisters, Mrs. Maggie Klumph of Farnham and Mrs. Kate Salisbury of Conneaut. Mr. Randall was a soldier in the Spanish-American war and the malaria contracted while in Florida was prominent in his last illness. He was an industrious, energetic man and was widely and favorably known. A MARRIAGE LICENSE Jefferson, O., Feb. 11 - Licenses were issued from the probate court yesterday as follows: Harry Lane DeVoe, 27, Conneaut, and Mildred Lois Andrews, 23, Conneaut. ALTON NORTHWAY DELCARED INSANE Alton Northway of Monroe was brought into court and was adjudged both insane and epileptic. His condition was so serious that Judge Babock wired at once to the State Hospital at Gallipolis asking that Mr. Northway be received at once without the usual delay. Walter F. Gillett, 13, of Wayne was on Wednesday adjudged an epileptic and application was made for his admission to the State Hospital at Gallipolis. GOLDEN WEDDING OF MR. AND MRS. L. HORTON __ Eighty-Seven Guests Assembled To Celebrate The Anniversary Yesterday - Enjoyable Affair. __ February 11, 1864, Levant M. Horton and Amoret Folsom, accompanied by Mr. Horton's brother and sister drove from Conneaut to Pierpont where they were united in marriage by Rev. Kinney, a former acquaintance of the bride. That this marriage was not a failure is evident from the air of serene contentment which permeate the very atmosphere of their home after fifty years of life together. In 1869 they settled on the farm which is still their home, a beautiful modern house having taken the place of the less pretentious one in which they reared their two sons, Frank W., now of Rochester, N. Y., and Fred L., the well- known contractor of this city. For many years they have taken an active interest in the affairs of the South Ridge church and yester-day the Ladies' Aid society of which Mrs. Horton has been a member for more than forty years, felt it an honor to celebrate their "golden wedding" anniversary. At an early hour the guests began to arrive and by noon the house was filled to its capacity. The dining room which was prettily decorated in yellow and white, held one long table at which were seated the honored couple, their sons, F. L. Horton, his wife and two children, their daughter-in-law, Mrs. F. W. Horton, her two daughters, Mrs. Don Wirt and two children of Cleveland, Mrs. Cowden and Mrs. K. W. Cowden of Conneaut, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Porter of East Conneaut and their daughter, Mrs. Carrie Havens, of Kelloggsville, Rev. A. E. Kemp and wife of Conneaut and Rev. and Mrs. R. E. Benjamin of Pierpont. The rest of the eighty-seven guests were seated about the other rooms and all were served to a bouneous dinner, to which it is needless to say, ample justice was done. A short program was given during the afternoon which opened with scripture reading and prayer by Rev. Kemp. Mrs. Thayer and Mrs. Hamilton sang very sweetly, "Silver Threads Among the Gold.," with guitar accompaniment. Little Miss Amy Horton recited "Long Ago" in a captivating manner and responded very graciously to an encore. She was followed by Master Miles Horton with two cute recitations. Rev. Benjamin was called on for remarks in the course of which he presented Mr. and Mrs. Horton in behalf of the company, with a beautiful mantle clock. The couple were very much affected but responded as best they could. They were also presented with a guest book containing the autographs of all the guests. The afternoon was well spent when the company departed hoping they might be able to help Mr. and Mrs. Horton celebrate more wedding anniversaries. WORST BLIZZARD IN MANY YEARS __ From Buffalo to New England and From Pennsylvania to Georgia a Fierce Storm is Raging Today. __ New York, Feb. 14. - Trains are stalled and street car systems completely tied up by a snowfall of from six to ten inches in many of the larger eastern cities. A howling gale is lashing the Atlantic coast. Vessels are reported in distress at many points. Seventeen are dead here from the cold. The entire east today is in the grip of the worst blizzard in years. Boston and Washington each reported six inches of snowfall with all traffic demoralized. Syracuse, Rochester and Buffalo reported heavy snows. Eastern Pennsylvania, new Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and coast states as far south as Georgia are also in the grip of the storm. WEDDING IN PIERPONT A quiet home wedding was solemnized this morning at 6 o'clock in Pierpont when Cupid brought to a culmination the courtship of Miss Velma Benjamin, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. R. E. Benjamin, and John Mallory. The ceremony was performed by the bride's father in the presence of the immediate families of the contracting parties. The bride was attired in a becoming frock of white wool. After a wedding breakfast the happy couple left on a post-nuptial trip to Cleveland and upon their return will make their home in Pierpont where both are popular with their many friends and acquaintances. H. L. DODGE FAMILY SORELY AFFLICTED __ One Child Dead of Scarlet Fever, Another Very Low and Father Has Contracted the Disease It is Feared. __ A pall of sorrow hangs over the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Dodge, 172 Marshall street, where lies dead an infant daughter, stricken down with scarlet fever, while another child is very low with the same disease and the father is thought to have contracted it. The home is quarantined. Grace Elizabeth, the eleven-months-old daughter, died this morning at ten o'clock after being ill with the fever for several days. A brief private funeral service will be said in her memory and burial will be tomorrow morning in the Center cemetery. The four-year-old son, James, is very low at this writing and there is small hope for his recovery. The father too is ill. Misfortune has pursued the family it would seem. Formerly Mr. Dodge was in the undertaking business here, but of late has been working as a laborer. SON OF H. L. DODGE REPORTED VERY LOW __ The funeral of Grace Elizabeth Dodge, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Dodge, who died yesterday of scarlet fever was held this morning at 9 o'clock. Service and interment in Center cemetery being private. James, the four-year-old boy, is about the same today. He is very low. Mr. Dodge hasn't developed the disease so far. DODGE FAMILY AGAIN BEREFT __ James Henry Dodge, aged four years, son of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Dodge of Marshall street, died of scarlet fever at 7:30 o'clock this morning. A private funeral will be held this afternoon at 3 at Center cemetery, Rev. F. C. Kreager officiating. This is the second death from scarlet fever in the family this week. Grace Elizabeth Dodge, infant child having died last Tuesday. No other cases have developed in the family, although Mr. Dodge is not well. LAWRENCE ENGLISH, 14, DIES OF SCARLET FEVER __ Son of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. English of Rockwell Steet, Passed Away Last Night. __ Lawrence, fourteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. English of Rockwell street, died last night after having suffered since a week ago Sunday with scarlet fever. Besides his parents he is survived by two brothers, Arnold and Floyd, who are away from home, and two sisters, Grace, and Florence. Grace has been ill with the disease but is improving. The funeral will be held at nine o'clock tomorrow morning at Glenwood cemetery with Rev. A. E. Kemp officiating. ALBERT PHILLIPS DIED AT KELLOGGSVILLE TODAY __ Albert Phillips, aged about 70, died at his home in Kelloggsville this morning at 8:30 o'clock, following a paralytic stroke which he suffered last night. Mr. Phillips is survived by his wife but no children. Deceased came from England to America forty-five years ago. He was a mason by trade and the first work done by him in this country was the building of a chimney on the house now the residence of George M. Whitney in this city. Mr. Phillips was industrious and of sterling integrity. He amassed considerable property and was highly respected in his neighborhood. **** **** **** **** Nellie Laird of Conneaut township sued the township for $15,000 damages for the death of her husband caused by the collapsing of a bridge over which he was passing. DOROTHY RUTH DEAN Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dean, West Main street, have a new daughter at their home. Dorothy Ruth is her name. Her arrival was on Wednesday and she weighed six pounds. Mother and daughter are doing nicely. P. & O. CAR BARNS BURN AND SEVERAL CARS ALSO __ Overheated Electric Wire the Probable Cause - City Fire Department Did Valuable Service Although Outside City Limits - Company Will Rebuild. __ Fire destroyed the P. & O. car barns, west of the city, at about midnight last night, and with the barns went two local cars, one interurban car, together with shops, materials, etc. The loss will amount to thousands of dollars, but no estimate has been made as yet. The most valuable portion of the property - the rotary and power machinery, and the office - was saved through the instrumentality of the Conneaut fire department, which was on the grounds two minutes after the alarm was received by telephone, and by use of chemicals saved that portion of the building. The origin of the fire is not known exactly, but it is supposed to have been an overheated electric wire. The rear part of the long building was all ablaze before the fire was discovered. At 11 o'clock the watchman made his rounds and found everything all right. Another man was engaged in washing a car, and he went out to the well to get water, and as he experienced some trouble with the pump he was absent for some time. When he returned he saw fire bursting out of a passage way, and immediately notified the watchman in the front office. Meantime a telephone message was sent to fire headquarters, and although the fire was outside the city limits and the department was not required to respond, Chief Gough ordered the auto truck out, and piloted by Driver E. J. Brown, the truck made the run of one and one-half miles in two minutes. The big chemical tank was turned loose and in a short time the blaze was extinguished, thus saving perhaps $20,000 worth of electrical machinery and making it possible for the P. & O. to keep its cars in operation. But before the apparatus arrived., the roof and interior of the car barns were destroyed, together with car No. 17, a new one, and an open car of the local line, and interurban No. 22 which was being repaired. The brick walls of the barn still stand, although damaged to some extent, and the power section remains intact. General Superintendent Wardman said this morning that it was impossible to make an estimate of the loss at that time. The company will rebuld the barn as soon as the insurance has been adjusted. The company will also purchase new cars to replace the ones destroyed, as both the city lines and the interurban line are left without extra cars. Superintendent Wardman also said that arrange-ments have been made for rewinding the big rotary, and that the material will be shipped January 27. It will take two weeks at least to rewind the rotary and readjust it, and during that period a temporary con-verter will be installed and operated. It is probable that the entire local trolley system would have been put out of commission, notwith-standing the quick work of the fire department had it not been for a 24-inch brick and concrete partition between the car barns proper and the motive power department. BOY STABBED BY PLAYMATE __ Garland Hill, 12, Plunged Knife Into Back of Raymond Fassett, 16, at Sheffield - Injured Lad May Recover. __ Raymond Fassett, a sixteen-year-old school boy is confined to his bed at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Adelbert Fassett, Sheffield, southwest of here, suffering with a bad knife wound in his back. Garland Hill, twelve-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Hill, of the same place, admits having inflicted the wound. Both families are prominent in Sheffield township, Mr. Hill being a groceryman there. The incident is the result of a school snowball fight Monday afternoon. The younger lad became provoked when a snowball thrown by the elder struck him in the face. Rushing forward he pulled open his jackknife and sank the blade to the hilt in the back of his companion before the group realized what was happening. The blow struck young Fassett on the right side and penetrated a spot almost opposite the heart. He was stunned for a short time by the force of the thrust, but recovered sufficiently to hasten home. Dr. Walker of Kelloggsville was summoned and dressed the wound. Without complications it is believed the youth will recover. The younger lad today greatly regrets his act and said he had no intention of inflicting serious injury. The lad has always been peaceable and is much thought of. The parents much regret the affair. FIVE YEARS AGO TODAY Bernard Phelps of East Monroe died after an illness fo only one week. He had been married just six weeks. MRS. WILLIAM JACKET PASSED AWAY LAST NIGHT __ Augusta S., wife of Wm. G. Jackett of Lake View avenue, North Conneaut, died Monday night at 12 o'clock from the effects of a stroke suffered four weeks ago last night. Mrs. Jackett was born in Spafford, Onondaga county, N. Y., August 23, 1844, and was married to Wm. G. Jackett May 9, 1861. She lived in New York state and forty-three years ago moved to Steamburg, Pa. She resided there until eighteen years ago when she moved to North Conneaut, where she has lived until the time of her death. Mrs. Jackett has always lived a Christian life. She has been in poor health this summer, and her Bible was her comfort all through her sickness. She left a husband, two sons - Will C. and Charles Jackett - and one daughter - Mrs. Etta Tanner - to mourn her loss, besides a host of friends. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon from the Christian church, the pastor, Rev. A. E. Kemp, officiating. Burial will be made in Glenwood cemetery. MRS. JULIA E. CURTISS DIES AT CHERRY HILL __ The death of Mrs. Julia E. Curtiss of Cherry Hill, Pa., occurred last night at midnight, at the home of her son, Homer Curtiss, at that place. The deceased was 79 years of age, and had been a helpless invalid for three years and a half. Epilepsy was the cause of her illness and death. Besides the son at whose home she died, three children survive Mrs. Curtiss - two daughters, Mrs. C. C. Hewitt and Mrs. H. B. Brewster of this city, and a son, Charles Curtiss of Tracy. The funeral will be held at the home in Cherry Hill Monday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. Thompson of the Methodist church of West Springfield officiating. Burial will be made in the Conneaut City cemetery. CHERRY HILL Cherry Hill, May 13. - Mrs. Julia E. Curtis is lying in a very critical condition at the home of her son, H. J. Curtis, of this place, as the result of an epolectic stroke. Sunday, shortly after noon, while Mrs. Curtis was at the Methodist church, she was taken with the stroke and steadily grew worse. Mrs. C. C. Hewitt of Springboro was immediately summoned to her bedside to care for her. She is some better today. SPEARHOUSE - HALL WEDDING OCCURRED SUNDAY AFTERNOON __ The marriage of Bertha Billett Hall and Louis A. Spearhouse of Edinboro, Pa., was solemnized Sunday afternoon at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. John Russell, Mill street. The ceremony was performed by Rev. A. E. Kemp of the Christian church at 2:30 o'clock in the presence of near relatives. The pretty ring service was employed. The bride was becomingly attired in electric blue messaline, with passamenterie trimmings. The house was decorated very prettily with flowers. After the ceremony dainty refreshments were served, and on the Lake Shore train at 4:59 Mr. and Mrs. Spearhouse left for their future home at Edinboro. Mrs. Spearhouse of Edinboro, mother of the groom and Earl Spearhouse of Erie, his brother, were present at the ceremony, as were Mr. and Mrs. Carl Ames, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Webster and little Ida Hall, of this city, all relatives of the bride. Mr. Spearhouse is a well known blacksmith of Edinboro and has a large and successful business. Mrs. Spearhouse is widely known and liked in Conneaut, as the many attractive gifts which the couple received from her friends here would testify. SEVENTY-FIFTH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATED WITH FRIENDS __ Mrs. Julia Wellman is Given Surprise By Friends and Neighbors at Her Home. __ As a tribute to her seventy-fifth birthday the friends and neighbors of Mrs. Julia Wellman, better known to her acquaintances as Grandma, gathered at her home south of the city Saturday. Their coming was unexpected and furnished a complete surprise for the old lady. All the guests brought well filled baskets. As a corresponding result a sumptuous chicken dinner was served at noon. Grandma was the recipient of many post cards, bouquets and other remembrances in commeration of the occasion. She expressed her appreciation of the surprise by saying that it was "worth while to be sevety-five years young" to enjoy such a delightful birthday among so many friends. SON BORN TO A TITANIC SURVIVOR __ Mrs. Emil Lundi, Formerly Miss Anna Turja of This City, Mother of a Fine Baby Boy Born Monday. __ Mr. and Mrs. Emil Lundi have a new son at their home in Ashtabula. Mrs. Lundi was formerly Miss Anna Turja, sister of Matthew Turja, of this city. She was one of the few survivors of the Titanic diasaster which occurred April 14, 1912. THE SUGAR SEASON HAS NOW OPENED __ Clark Corners Man Has Tapped His Sugar Bush and Sap is Running Very Well - Cold Spell is Awaited. __ (January 21, 1914 written in pencil here.) The sugar season has opened. Herbert Brewster of Clark Corners tapped his bush on Saturday. It is reported that he obtained a good run of sap. Whether Will Wheeler has yet tapped his bush is not known, although he usually beats other sugar makers. Early sap is declared to be by far the sweetest and to make the best syrup and sugar. The many bush owners in this immediate vicinity are preparing to tap thousands of trees in the next few weeks. A hope is expressed that a good cold spell will be handed out by the weather man in the next two weeks. CHARLES E. MORRISON PIERPONT CITIZEN, DEAD __ Deceased Was Well Known Throughout The Township and Was A Public Spirited Resident. __ Charles E. Morrison an aged and respected citizen of Pierpont died at his home on the state line Thurs-day afternoon at three o'clock. The deceased was well known throughout the township and county and in his younger days manifested much public spirit and was active in the affairs of the township. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Alta Marcy, of Pierpont, and quite a number of grandchidren, with one of whom, Mr. Charles Marcy, he had made his home in his declining years on the old home farm, where he spent nearly the whole of his long life. Mrs. Mabel Watterman of this city is a grand-daughter and H. M. Morrison and W. S. Mont-gomery are nephews of the decased. Funeral services will be held from the house at 1 o'clock standard Saturday afternoon and interment will be made in the Pierpont cemetery. MR. AND MRS. PELTON LEAVE __ Last night on the 9:56 train on the Lake Shore, Mr. and Mrs. Arvine Pelton left for an indefinite trip to California. About thirty of their friends assembled at the train to wish them a safe journey and a pleasant one. The party went down at the close of the church services and before the train pulled out sang, "Blest be the Tie that Binds." BIRTHDAY PARTY __ A birthday party was held yesterday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Moon on the Dorman road, east side. The gift to the happy paremts was a seven-pound girl and she has been named Marian Eliza-beth. Mother and daughter are doing the very best. MRS. MARY EATON __ "Grand Old Lady" of Monroe Passes at Advanced Age of Ninety-two Years. __ "Aunt Mary" Eaton who has been very ill for the past two weeks with pneumonia died at her home in Monroe Saturday in her ninety-second year. She was the "grand old lady" of Monroe and was beloved by every one. She is survived by one son, Gene of Bushnell, and a granddaughter, Mrs. Alzina Frock who lived with her. She has lived in Monroe for many years and raised her grandson, Elwin Frock, Mrs. Alzina Frock's husband, from a baby and always made her home with them till the time of his death, two years ago, since which time Mrs. Frock has resided with her. The funeral was held this morning from the home and burial was made in Monroe cemetery. SPRINGBORO George Kimmel, son of Mrs. Margaret Kimmel, of this place, died at New Waterford, Ohio, on the 10th, of pneumonia, aged 36 years. He leaves besides his mother, three brothers and six sisters, his death being the first break in the large family since the death of his father, George Kimmel, several years ago. The funeral was held in the Baptist church on Thursday afternoon, Rev. David Beanland officiating, and interment in Spring cemetery. All the children but one son were present at the funeral, and the absent one arrived later, he having received the notice too late to get here earlier. MONROE RESIDENT SURPRISED __ E. Monroe, Oct. 4. - The W. R. C. and G. A. R. gave a surprise party Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Holden in honor of Mr. Holden's 70th birthday. To say Mr. Holden was surprised expresses it mildly. He was, however, equal to the occasion and with Mrs. Holden, showed friends they could be a host and hostess that would be remembered. A fine dinner was served, after which A. G. Lowell, on behalf of the members of the W. R. C. and G. A. R., presented Mr. Holden with a gold headed cane, accompanying the presentation with a speech, to which Mr. Holden responded in a manner befitting the occasion and gift. Those present that were not members of the W. R. C. or G. A. R. were, Ruth Powell, Mesdames Harriet Sweet and Elizabeth Lyman of Conneaut; Mrs. John Powell, Beaver; John Moss and daughter, Abbie, Millie Holden and children, Edgar, Lucy and Grace, Mrs. Corry Anderson and son, Mesdames Flora Van Skoik, Iona Bromfield, Adeline Messenger, Nellie Laird and Mary Mathewson, Messrs. B. F. Messenger and B. G. Mathewson. Several selections were sung, accompanied on the organ by Ruth Powell, after which the friends dispersed wishing Mr. Holden many returns of the day. MRS. CARRIE LANDON DIED AT GRACE HOSPITAL __ Mrs. Carrie Landon, aged 33 years, wife of Fred L. Landon of 27 Mill street, died Friday morning at Grace hospital. The deceased leaves a husband and five children to mourn. The funeral will be held Sunday at 2 o'clock at the home, Rev. A. E. Kemp of the Christian church officiating. Interment will be made in the Center cemetery. Mrs. Landon was the wife of former Patrolman F. W. Landon and she was held in high respect by all who knew her. She is survived by her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. R. Sterling and one sister, Elizabeth Sterling, besides her husband and five children the oldest of whom is thirteen . GOV. HARMON ARRIVES AT 10:18 AM FRIDAY ENROUTE FOR PIONEER PICNIC __ Will Be Guest of Mayor Parrish at An Early Dinner - Returning From Pierpont Will Leave at 4:25 P. M. __ Governor Judson Harmon will arrive in the city tomorrow over the Lake Shore at 10:18 a. m. He will be the guest of Mayor Parrish while here. After an early dinner the governor accompanied by Mayor Parrish and others, will leave for Pierpont in an automobile the governor being billed for an address at the Pioneer picnic tomorrow afternoon. Governor Harmon will return to Conneaut from Pierpont and leave on the 4:25 p. m. Lake Shore train for Salem, where he hs an engagement to speak on Saturday. If the governor had remained here in the evening it was Mayor Parrish's intention to hold a reception at his home; but the governor's stay here will be very brief, only about long enough to partake of dinner. It is arranged that quite a delegation of citizens will meet the governor at the station in the morning to pay respects to the high office which the visitor holds and welcome the incumbent to the city. A delegation from Ashtabula headed by President R. P. Reidenback of the chamber of commerce will come down and try to induce the governor to attend the Centennial celebration in Ashtabula. DAUGHTER ON NEW YEAR'S Mr. and Mrs. Clare Stoke are rejoicing over the birth of a daughter, who made her appearance Monday morning as a New Year's present. The little lady, who weighed 8 1/2 pounds, and her mother are progressing nicely. HORTON, CARTER AND ROBERTS REUNION __ On Thursday, August 31st, at the residence of E. V. Horton on Sandusky street, the nineteenth annual reunion of the Horton, Carter and Roberts families met for an all day session. At noon a bountiful luncheon was served, after which the yearly meeting of the reunion was held at which the officers were elected for the ensuing year as follows: J. L. Carter, president of Union City, Pa.; Fred L. Horton, vice president, of Conneaut; Mrs. Katherine Jones, secretary, of Union City, Pa. After the business meeting a pleasing program was rendered and the remainder of the day was spent in renewing old acquaintances. There were friends present from Union City, Pa.; West Springfield, Pa.; and from Cleveland, Youngstown and Pierpont, Ohio. The place of meeting next year will be at the home of H. H. Sexton at Union City, Pa. on the last Thursday in August. PIONEER PICNIC HOPES SOZZLED __ Drizzle, Mist, Mud and Madness Soaked the Anticipations of Thousands Who Hoped to Attend. __ Following a steady drizzle of 24 hours' duration, came a day of mist and rain and mud and madness for the thousands who had counted upon enjoying the great Pioneer picnic at Pierpont. The picnic is the great event of the year for people of all classes who have their habitat in this section of the county and as far afield as Trumbull county. Bigger than the attendance at any county fair, the crowds at the annual foregathering at Pierpont represent the capacity of the human race for the enjoyment of mere gregariousness. Today the governor of the state was a drawing card and for weeks every vehicle and mode of conveyance that is held for hire or can be hired or borrowed has been engaged. Alas! The perversity of nature has reduced the hopes and anticipations of thousands to a soaked and sozzled mess of disappointment. There are people at the picnic today. Lots of 'em. But not by thousands as many as would have been there had the weather been propitious. TWO WIVES LIVE IN SAME HOUSE __ Pittsburg, Kas., Aug. 22. - "I love him, and I cannot stay away from him even if Louisa is also his wife," declared Mrs. Ann Catherine Sharp, wife of Peter C. Sharp of this city, who returned here from New Orleans where she went following a quarrel with Sharp's second and younger wife, Louisa. The first Mrs. Sharp is a guest again at the Sharp home. "She can stay as long as she wants to," said Mrs. Louisa Sharp, "but I am to be the boss." Sharp and his first wife, Ann Catherine, were parted in the great Chicago fire. Nine years ago he came to Pittsburg and married his second wife, Louisa. Ann Catherine located Sharp through the United States Pension Bureau. She came here but found him married. As she had been legally dead many years she had no standing in court. Sharp, however, took her into his home and for several weeks the two wives lived in the house, the first one as a guest. Quarrels caused Ann Catherine to go to New Orleans to live with a son, over a month ago. WELL KNOWN LADY IS CHARGED WITH LARCENY __ P. H. Farnham Causes Arrest, Claiming Mrs. Marshall Found His Lost Money. __ Mrs. Marshall, wife of a prominent resident south of the city, was arrested yesterday on a warrant sworn out in Justice Willoughby's court yesterday by P. H. Farnham, charging larceny. The case has been set for hearing for next Tuesday. A number of weeks ago, Mr. Farnham lost a purse containing $300 in money. He advertised his loss widely but received no replies. Yesterday he appeared in Justice Willoughby's court and obtained a search warrant. Together with Constable Helmer he went to the Marshall home and made a search of the place where it is said were found two $20 bills, carefully rolled up. The arrest of Mrs. Marshall followed. Attorney C. W. Appleby represnts the plaintiff and Attorney M. R. Smith will handle the defense. REEVES FAMILY REUNION The sixth annual reunion of the Reeves family was held Saturday at the pleasant home of Mr. and Mrs. Asa Reeves in Southeast Monroe. Family members and friends to the number of forty-five were present. Every one came prepared to have an enjoyable time and the day proved to be full of amusement. At noon a sumptuous dinner was served by the younger ladies of the family and the result of their culinary art was highly appreciated by the guests. During the afternoon a pleasing musical program was given to the assembled crowd by various members of the family. For the ensuing year the following officers were elected: President, Mrs. J. B. Brewster and secretary, Mrs. Wilbur Shreve, both of this city. Among the guests were Mr. and Mrs. Albert Reeves of Taulfa, Okla. The various members gathered from Greenville, Kelloggsville, Amboy and Conneaut. Since the last reunion the secretary's book shows four marriages and two births in the family. For next year's reunion Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Hoar of Amboy invited the clan to come to their home. LENORA, AGED SEVENTEEN MONTHS, DAUGHTER OF MR. AND MRS. HARVEY BEGINNING OF EAST CONNEAUT THE VICTIM OF AN ACCIDENT __ Little Lenora Benning, aged 17months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Benning of Bessemer avenue, East Conneaut, died at 7:30 o'clock this morning as a result of drinking a quantity of lye the evening before. Mrs. Benning had been doing some washing and she went to hang up the clothes, leaving a can of lye standing on the tub bench. Although the mother was gone but a very short time, the child had gotten possession of the can of lye and had drunk part of the contents. When the mother returned she found the child lying on the floor screaming with pain. A physician was summoned and later another physician was called and the two did all that lay in their power to save the sufferer, but without avail, although one of physicians labored a great part of the night. The little one died in great agony this morning. The heartbroken parents have the sympathy of the entire community. Funeral services over the remains of the child will be held at the home at 10 o'clock Saturday morning. Burial will be made at East Springfield. A ROMANTIC IDYL ON STATE STREET __ Beautiful Belinda, Relentless Rudolph And Hairbreadth Harry the Dramatis Personae. __ Late last night there was villainy romance, chivalry and profanity on State street. Belinda, the beautiful boiler maker was wending her way homeward from a tryst under the yew tree's umbrageous shade, where love's young dream had been weaving visions of orange blossoms and old shoes. Relentless Rudolph was on her trail, bent upon having hs green-eyed vengeance in gore or in a flow of ten-twenty and thirty dialogue. "False fair maid," exclaimed Relentless Rudolph, as he rudely seized her by the arm. "You have deceived me! You pretended to love, me, and lured me to the moving picture show to squander by patrimony upon you." "Scat!" exclaimed the Beautiful Belinda, drawing herself up haughtily. "Beware!" hissed Rudolph. "For the price of one meal ticket I would slay you where you stand; and as for that measly Hairbreadth Harry with whom you have been rehearsing Romeo and Juliet, let him not cross my path or -- !" Just then Hairbreadth Harry appeared on the scene like the boy hero in a bank drama and biffed Rudolph on the southeast corner of his relentless jaw, and Relentless Rudolph's thirst for blood was quenched. JAMES PALMER DIED THIS MORNING, AGED 60 __ James Palmer, aged 60 years, died at 7 o'clock this morning at his home on the State road, just over the line in Pennsylvania. Mr. Palmer was born on the farm on which he died and has lived there all his life. He is survived by his widow and five daughters, Mrs. Willard Joiner, Mrs. Jesse Hall, Mrs. Jacob Frick, Mrs. Sherm Kennedy and Mrs. William Fuller. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, eastern time, Rev. Mr. Brown of Kelloggsville, officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery in East Conneaut. HAVE A SON A son was born Saturday evening to Mr. and Mrs. Ward Johnson of Ashtabula. Mrs. Johnson was formerly Miss Bess Fuller and is a daugher of Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Fuller of Bushnell. MARRIAGE LICENSES ST. VALENTINE'S DAY __ Four couples yielded to the importunities of Dan Cupid on St. Valentine's day and obtained licenses to marry at the probate office at Jefferson. Their names were: David R. Wilson, Brockport, N. Y.; Pauline A. Brown, Conneaut. Edward I. Rankin, Cleveland; Celestia M. Cauffield, Geneva. Guy E. Robinson, Meadville Pa.; Caroline I. Fox, Conneaut. Owen Earl Fuller, Ashtabula; Sylvia Elizabeth Huffman, Ashtabula. THREE SEELEY CHILDREN TAKEN TO CHILDREN'S HOME __ Humane officer W. H. Cain yesterday took to the Children's Home at Ashtabula three children of Mrs. Florence L. Seeley of Rockwell street, Kate Lucy, aged 11, Ethel May, aged 10 and Charles Edward, aged 8. Mrs. Seeley still has three children at home, one a babe. She is a widow and with her large family she has been unable to get along. It was thought best to lighten her burden and give the children a better chance for comfort and care by taking three of them to the Children's home. MRS. LUCY HEDDEN-HUNTLY DIES AT GRACE HOSPITAL __ After an Illness Extending Over Two Years, Aged Lady Succumbs to Disease. __ Mrs. Lucy Hedden-Huntley died at Grace hospital Friday. Lucy J. Rose was born March 13, 1825, in New York. She was the daughter of John and Lucy Rose, who came to Erie in 1832. She was married Aug. 24, 1847, to Ephram C. Hedden, who died April 3, 1882. To them were born two sons, John G. of Kansas, and Charles R. of Conneaut. In 1888 she was married to Samuel Huntley. He died Dec. 8, 1899. Ten years ago she came to live with her son, Charles. Nearly two years ago she fell in her room and broke her hip. Since then she has been cared for at Grace hospital where she died of pneumonia. She suffered much, but during her long illness she was always cheerful and her last words were radiant with confidence and sweet hope. The funeral will be held at the Methodist church at West Springfield Sunday at one o'clock, eastern time. Rev. Mr. Sleppy will officiate. Interment will be in the cemetery at East Springfield. MRS. CAROLINE BROOMFIELD DIED IN MONROE TODAY __ Well Known Lady Passes Away Full of Years and Highly Respected. __ Mrs. Caroline Bromfield, aged 86, a long time resident of Monroe Center, died Friday morning at one o'clock. Old age was the cause of her death and she had been in poor health for the last two years. She died at the home of her son, James, with whom she made her home. She is a much beloved and respected resident of her village and her loss will be mourned by the whole community. She is survived by four sons, James, Samuel and Charles of Monroe and William of Iowa, one brother, William Billett of Iowa and three sisters, Mrs. Susan Moore of Denmark, Ohio, and Mrs. Richard Billett of Kelloggsville, and Mrs. Albert Phillips. The latter's husband died yesterday and this fact makes the death particularly sad. The funeral will be from the son's home Monday at 11:00 a. m. fast time with Rev. Stage of Kelloggsville officiating. Burial in Kelloggsville. MISS BESSIE MAHAFFEY WEDS KARL COVILLE __ The Ceremony Was Performed at The Bride's Home Last Evening by Rev. Johnson. __ Miss Bessie Mahaffey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. W . Mahaffey, was united in marriage last evening at eight-thirty o'clock to Karl Coville, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Colville. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride's parents, 177 South Liberty street, by Rev. Frend I. Johnson of the Methodist church. The exchange of pledges was witnessed by the parents and Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Timby of Ashtabula. Miss Mahaffey was attired in a becoming white embroidered gown. A wedding luncheon in two courses was served after the ceremony and the young couple left today at 11:27 on the Lake Shore for a trip through southern Ohio and Pennsylvania. Upon their return they willmake their home for the present with Mr. and Mrs. Mahaffey. YOUNG WIFE AND MOTHER IS SUMMONED BEYOND __ Mrs. Jay Ross of Clark Corners Was Serious Ill But Two Days - Died Sunday. __ A keen perception of loss is felt today by the people of Clark Corners, all of whom were saddened when they learned of the death of Mrs. Jay Ross, at the family home there Sunday morning at eleven o'clock. Although but twenty-four years of age, Mrs. Ross had been a sufferer for several months, diabetes being the cause. She was taken seriously ill but last Friday and that day was first confined to her bed. A little five-year-old daughter is left, to in part comfort the bereaved husband. The parents Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Nash, two sisters and a brother, all residents of Albion, also survive. The funeral will be held from the late home Wednesday at one o'clock. Burial will be in the East Springfiel cemetery. KELLOGGSVILLE LADY WELL KNOWN HERE IS DEAD __ Mrs. William Billett of Kelloggsville died yesterday afternoon at Grace hospital after several weeks' illness caused by septic poisoning. Mrs. Billett was forty years of age and is survived by her husband, and mother, Mrs. Ellen Reeves Wheeler, three sisters, Mrs. J. W. Ring of Bushnell, Mrs. Harry Strock of Gould and Mrs. Rue Dalrymple of Monroe; and two brothers, D. H. and W. A. Wheeler, both of Conneaut. The funeral will be held from the Methodist church in Kelloggsville Sunday at 3:30 o'clock with Rev. R. E. Benjamin officiating. RUTH TURNER WAS TEN The tenth birthday anniversary of Miss Ruth Turner occurred Saturday and her mother, Mrs. J. L. Turner, entertained twenty schoolmates of her daughter's in the afternoon and evening to celebrate the day. Games and amusements of the usual sort were principal features of the affair and a delicious birthday supper was served the little misses. The small hostess was presented with a number of very pretty remembrances. OBITUARY Rebecca Ann Paddin was born March 14, 1830. She was the daughter of Zenas Paddin. She was married to Edwin Wheeler August 30, 1849. Seven children were born to this union, three of whom are still living - Mrs. Olive Lawrence of Beaver Center, Mrs. Lillie Johnson of Pierpont, and Edwin Wheeler, Jr., who lives at the old homestead in Beaver township. She also leaves five grand-children and seven great grandchildren and one sister. The deceased and her husand were among the first to tke up their residence in this part of the township, having resided here for over fifty years. She was a woman of strong Christian character and sterling worth. She died February 22, 1914, of catarrahal fever, after a sickness of five and a half weeks. She was conscious until death, making all her funeral arrangements. Although a great sufferer, she was solicitous for the comfort of others. She leaves a host of friends to mourn the loss of her counsel and companionship. Though you have gone, dear mother, To dwell with the angels fair, May we hope when this life is over, To go and dwell with you there. Ah, yes when this life is over, And we pass to the realms above. We know we shall meet, dear mother, Nevermore to part from those we love. The funeral was held at her late home conducted by Rev. R. E. Benjamin. Interment in Pierpont cementery. DEATH OF MRS. WHEELER AGED 84, OF BEAVER __ Had Lived in the Vicinity Almost Her Entire Life - Was Held in High Esteem. __ Mrs. Edward Wheeler, aged 84, died Sunday morning at the home of her son, E. J. Wheeler, Beaver township, Pa. Her home had been in that vicinity almost her entire life and she was held in highest esteem by all the people, young and old, of the community. She is survived by three children - E. J. Wheeler at whose residence she died; Mrs. Morgan Lawrence of Beaver Center; and Mrs. John Johnson of Pierpont. She was an aunt of William and Daniel Wheeler of this city. The funeral will be held at one o'clock Eastern standard time, Tuesday, from the home of her son. WILLIAM HENRY NEIL DIED THIS MORNING __ Well Known and Highly Respected Citizen Had Been an Invalid For Two Years. __ William Henry Neil, aged 65, died at his home, 221 Chestnut street, this morning at 8:30 o'clock. Mr. Neil has been an invalid for nearly two years and he had been confined to his bed since September last, suffering from dropsy and heart disease. The deceased was born in New York city. About twenty years ago he moved to Monroe township. For the past twelve years he has been a resident of Conneaut and was widely known and highly respected. He is survived by his wife and five children. The latter are Clarence B., William and Vern of this city, Arthur of Westfield, Ill., and Mrs. D. B. Laird of Ashtabula. Funeral services will be held at the Christian church Monday at 2 p. m., Rev. A. E. Kemp officiating. Interment will be made in Glenwood cemetery. MRS. LUCILE A. TOBIN DEAD AFTER LONG SUFFERING __ Mrs. Lucile A. Tobin, wife of William M. Tobin of Cleveland, died Sunday at 5:30 o'clock at the home of her sister, Mrs. James Thompson, of the Woodworth road. Mrs. Tobin had been ill for nearly two years with tuberculosis. She was 28 years of age. Besides her husband and sister, Mrs. Tobin is survived by her mother, Mrs. J. Christman and three brothers, Charles Buell and Gilbert Thornton, all of whom live in this city. The funeral will be held from the Thompson home Tuesday afternoon with Rev. R. D. Walker officiating. Interment will be in Kelloggsville cemetery. MRS. EDWARD BRISTOL DIED IN BUSNELL __ Mrs. Edward Bristol, aged and respected resident of Bushnell, died yesterday morning after an illness of nine weeks with dropsy. Mrs. Bristol was eighty-four years of age. She is survived by her husband who has also been ill for some time and now lies in an extremely crictical condition at his home. Two sons, John L. of Cleveland and Warren L. who lives on the farm, also survive. The Bristols have lived in Bushnell for the last twenty-five years. On account of Mr. Bristol's illness, the funeral which will be held Sunday at 12:30, will be private. Rev. R. E. Benjamin of Pierpont will conduct the services and burial will be in Kelloggsville cemetery. GEORGE FRISBEE FOUND DEAD IN AN OUTBUILDING TODAY __ Shock superinduced by the severe cold weather is thought to have been the cause of death of George Frisbee, whose body was found shortly before noon today lying in an outbuilding at the home of Mrs. Nancy Norton, 382 Buffalo street, where the man made his home. A little girl, Mary Pierson, aged ten years, while playing in the yard, saw the body of the man lying in the small building and informed Mrs. Norton. The man was found to be dead and Coroner Baxter was called and thoroughly investigated the case. He pronounced death due to heart failure, emphasizing the fact that the extreme cold probably caused shock. The dead man was sixty-two years of age. He had made his home with Mrs. Norton for a year or so. They were cousins and as he had no other place to go she made a home for him. He came here from Waterford, Pa. He had tubercular trouble. A sister, Alice Frisbee, lives in Erie. Mr. Frisbee was a member of the Pentecostal Mission. He had worked some as a collector. Arrangements for the funeral have not yet been made. MONROE CENTER ***** Cary Main has been the guest of his brother, John Hardy, and sister, Mrs. J. S. Laird, the past week before going to Ashtabula. An eight and one-quarter pound daughter was born Thursday morning, April 9, to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Simons. Mrs. Burr of Conneaut is the nurse in attendance. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy at the time of the death of our beloved daughter, sister and aunt, Miss Elsie Billett. We espcially thank them for their floral tributes. Mr. Charles Billett. Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Perry. Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Perry. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Joslin. *** *** *** *** *** *** *** Miss Bessie Richards returned to Conneaut Saturday after a couple weeks' visit in town. Chauncey Hill recently lost his valuable jersey cow from milk fever and pneumonia. Mrs. G. L. Bacon and daughter, Evonda, were guests of the former's sister, Mrs. C. E. Lawrence, Friday and Saturday. Charles Billett, near Hammond's Corners, is very ill. Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Perry wer week end guests of their parents Mr. and Mrs. D. Perry. Fay Swain of Conneaut spent Wednesday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. K. Swain. Charles Emerick entertained a real estate man from Tennessee a few days last week. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hogle gave a dancing party Thursday evening in their new home recently purchaed of Mr. Ring,, known as the Dave Wheeler homestead. Fread Headley, who has been ill for several weeks, remains about the same. Victor McMillen of Beaver is helping care for him. Mr. Dickey of North Kingsville was the week end guest of Leo Armagast, being a classmate at Edinboro normal. L. G. Felch has been confined to the house with rheumatism the past week. Dr. Brayman has called to prescribe. George Tuttle has been ill for several weeks with grip. Dr. Lewis has been attending physician. Mrs. Elizabeth Merriman who has been ill with erysipelas at the home of her nephew, John Hardy, is reported much improved. Mrs. Christian Moon does not improve as her friends would wish. Mrs. Martha Miles has not recovered from her recent illness. MONROE LADY DEAD __ The sad news of the death of Miss Elsie Billett of Monroe has just been received here. The deceased was a lifelong resident of Monroe, having been born and raised there. She was 46 years of age. She suffered a stroke of apoplexy Monday night about ten o'clock and only survived a short time. The funeral services will be held at her late home in Monroe Thursday at 1:00 o'clock Eastern time. Interment will be made in Kelloggsville. MARRIED AT JEFFERSON __ Jefferson, March 25. - Miss Edna Bates of Saybrook and Claude Woodworth of Geneva were united in marriage at the home of Sheriff and Mrs. ?. B. Sheldon, Saturday, by Rev. E. O. Jessup of the Jefferson Baptist church. After a short honeymoon the young people will go to Columbus, where they will make their future home. THE SEELEYS ENTOUR __ Mr. and Mrs. Harry Seeley are having the time of their lives while touring through the east. They left Conneaut several days ago and are going through the Adirondack mountains in New York; will go to Lake Champlain and practically circumvent the lake. A card today from Mr. Seeley tells the joy of their trip so far. It was mailed at Utica, New York, where they stopped Sunday evening. The trip will have an unusual interest for Mr. Seeley. The territory in New York and Vermont bordering on Lake Champlain was the birthplace of his ancestors. It was from there his grandfathers came to this unsettled country most a century ago. While there Mr. Seeley will undertake to find relatives whom he has never seen. BRAVE GIRL IS REWARDED __ Telephone Operator at Austim Will Receive Double Pay The Rest Of Her Life For Heroism. __ Austin, Pa., Oct 5. - Kathleen Lyon will receive one earthly glory for her bravery when she warned hundreds by telephone to seek the highlands because the dam had broken. The telephone company has ordered that the plucky 16 year-old operator be placed on double pay during the rest of her life. Another girl probably will be similarly rewarded. She is Lena Dinckley. Both girls were employed in the same exchange. Survivors of the terrible disaster figured that Miss Lyon was among the dead until she was found on a hillside. Among the many deeds of heroism none was greater than that of Miss Lyon. No sooner had she heard the fire whistle, which was situated about four miles above where she was working, than she realized that the dam was broken and stuck to her switchboard and gave the alarm to almost every one who had a connection. While the crest of the flood was swirling toward the telphone building, which is situated on the hillside near the hospital, she stuck to her post and sent the first news of the disaster, to the outstide world. It was her frantic calls to telephone subscribers at Costello that probably saved a hundred lives in this little town, which was located two miles below Austin. Before returning to Harrisburg Governor Tener, who has been investigating the causes of the flood disaster here, said: "I am convinced that the state's experience at Johnstown and the destruction of this place demand legislation that will give the state control over all these dams and surrounding conditions. My heart goes out to these poor people. I am surprised after viewing the ruins that the list of dead and missing is as lows as reported." GIRS LEG CUT OFF WITH AX __ Austin, Pa., Oct. 4. - Mary Blatz, an employee in the counting room of the Bayless Pulp & Paper co., told the reporters in the hospital how it feels to have a leg amputated with an ax. "I was busy at my books," she said, "when suddenly there lurched through the wall one of the big pulp grindstones of the mill. As I leaped aside to avoid it, the ceiling caved in and the water followed and passed over me. Rescuers found me later pinned beneath the grinding stone. They tried to release me, but failed. The great stone was too big to move, and I felt as if I should surely die there. "Get an ax and cut off my leg I told them. But no man would volunteer. "Cut it off," I pleaded. "You can stand it if I can." "I looked up and saw Joe Venarge, a friend of mine. "You do it Joe, for me," I pleaded. I was in awful pain, and nothing could be worse torture than what I was enduring. 'I can't do that Mary,' he said. "I asked a big man back of im to do it. He picked up the ax. By the lantern light, I saw the descending blade glisten. I think he chopped it four or five times before they could pry me loose. At the hospital Dr. Asheraft said the plucky girl would recover. FLOREN SCRIBNER, 55, DEAD AT MONROE CENTER __ Floren Scribner, aged, 55, of Monroe Center, died at his home at 12:30 this morning from the effects of an apoplectic stroke which he suffered a few days ago. He is survived by his wife, one sister, Mrs. William Onion of Conneaut, and two brothers, Thomas of Monroe and William of Erie. The funeral will be held Monday at one o'clock, sun time, from the late home. Rev. R. E. Benjamin will conduct the services and interment will be made at Kelloggsville. __ The funeral of Floren E. Scribner, who died March 13th, was held form his late home Monday at 1 o'clock and was largely attended. Friends from Conneaut, Ashtabula, and Cleveland were present. Mr. Scribner was the second son of a family of five: Two brothers - Thomas of Monroe and William of Erie - and one sister Mrs. Wm. Onion of Conneaut, remain, the youngest sister, Mina, having died when a child. Born August 3, 1858, at the family home, two miles south and one mile east of the center, Mr. Scribner spent the greater part of his life and for a number of years tenderly cared for his mother. On December 10th, 1894, he was married to Elva Moon Lillie at the home of Fred Brewster, Esq., in East Monroe. For the past thirteen years Mr. and Mrs. Scribner have lived with the latter's mother Mrs. C. A. Moon, between Bushnell and this place. The community has lost a good citizen, whose kindly face and genial hospitality will be missed by many friends and neighbors. Rev. R. E. Benjamin spoke words of comfort to the widow, sister and brothers. Many floral tributes gave silent testimony of respect. Interment was made at Kelloggsville. Mrs. Elva Scribner wishes to thank all the friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted her during the illness and death of her husband. __ Mrs. Eliza Clark and son, Frank, returned to their home in Collinwood Tuesday. The daughter, Mrs. Chas. Frazine, and husband remained with their aunt, Mrs. Scribner, for a few days. __ MONROE CENTER ******** Mrs. E. C. Wivel of New Lyme arrived in town Wednesday, coming to Conneaut Tuesday to see her friend Mr. J. Y. Kelley, whose death occurred Tuesday, a little over a week after an operation for cancer. Mrs. Kelley's funeral will be held Saturday after-noon from the M. E. church. She has made many friends in the community during the few years the family has lived here. Her smile and kind word will not only be missed from the saddened home, but in the whole neighborhood. The family have the sympathy of all. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sweet accompanied their son, Wade, and wife home to West Williamsfield in the latter's new Ford auto, Monday for a few days visit. They also visited Mr. and Mrs. Orcutt Ward, Velma and Garland Sweet in Wayne. Mrs. H. Hicks and two children were at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sweet several days during their absence. Mrs. Mabel Westcott and daughter, Doratha, have been spending the past week at the former's home. Chas. And William Vanskoik and family are riding in a new Ford auto purchased of I. P. Felch. Miss Mina Cobb from Nashville, Tenn., is visiting Mrs. Cahterine Barnes and family for several weeks. Mrs. B. T. Weaver of Youngsville, Pa., arrived Saturday to visit her cousin, Mrs. L. A. Huntley. Mrs. A. B. Randall and Vern Mecham were called to Tuscola, Mich, the first of the week by the death of the former's sister, Mrs. Mena Randall. The Boxwell graduates from Monroe Township this year were the Misses Virginia Benson, Caroline Bromfield, Greta Steele, Mabel Terrill, Virgie Frisbey, Carl Steward and Clifford Kent. They were in Jefferson Tuesday where the Commencement was held. 30 WHOOPING COUGH CASES __ There are cases of whooping cough in thirty Conneaut homes. It was learned here today that the whopping cough epidemic that is prevelant in a number of cities near here had afflicted Conneaut homes to this extent. Doctors of the city issue a warning to parents in regard to exposing young children to this child's disease now so prevalent here. FOUR FISHER CHILDREN DIE WITHIN FIVE DAYS __ Four children are dead and three others are seriously ill with the same dread disease which caused the death of the four and the father and mother are convalescing at the John Fisher home south of Fairview. A peculiar and extremely serious form of scarlet fever has seized the family, within the past three or four days, four children having died. Their ages ranged from one year to thirteen years. The father and mother were seriously ill as their little ones were taken from them one by one. While now somewhat better, the parents are deep in grief over their loss and in fear that some of the others yet remaining may still be taken from them. A week ago the entire family was in the best of health and it was a happy family. One of the children contracted the disease at the home of a neighbor. Soon the other members of the family were stricken. Physicians from the neighborhood and others of renown called in from distant points were unable to bring effective relief. The entire community has extended what little help and kindness it was possible to give to the stricken ones but the death toll has been heavy. HUBBY'S DELINQUENCIES LEAD TO DIVORCE SUIT __ On the claim that her husband Nathan Laird, has ceased to abide by his marriage vows and to share his wordly goods with her, Mrs. Nellie Laird this morning filed a petition at Jefferson through her attorneys, asking for a grant of alimony. Attorneys Smith and Spaulding represent the plaintiff. It is alleged by Mrs. Laird that her husband has the habit of becoming intoxicated and that several times he had driven her from the house and has forbade her to return. LOSS OF LIFE AT AUSTIN IT IS NOW BELIEVED MAY NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED __ Austin, Pa., Oct. 3 - A census of the remaining inhabitants in the village of Austin, which was wiped out by the collapse of the dam built and owned by the paper and pulp mill of the "Hemlock trust," taken last night indicates that the total loss of life will not exceed 100. This poll was conducted by the Pennsylvania state board of health. All of the residents except those in two blocks of the village had been accounted for in the living, dead or missing lists up to nightfall. The morgue contained 25 bodies when the searchers stopped work for the night. There was also the severed head of an unknown woman, which had been picked from the debris in the river bed at Costello, three miles away from Austin. This town, stricken by flood and fire, faces the problem of recovering the dead from the thousands of tons of debris choking the narrow valley. To do so before it becomes necessary to burn the ruins and thus save the living from an epidemic, an army of labor must reach the town within the next 36 hours, officials say. Otherwise the torch may transform the wreckage into the pyre of most of those who have perished. "Give us our dead," is Austin's cry, voiced by State Senator Baldwin, who lost his father, mother, sister and other relatives. Only the body of his father, John E. Baldwin, had been recovered Monday night. The others are locked in the ruins. "I speak for the people of Austin," he said. "The state of Pennsylvania owes us the bodies of our beloved ones. For 48 hours they have been in the ruins; how much longer will the commonwealth leave them there? The state should have 1,000 men working here." HAMMOND'S CORNERS __ Mrs. Raymond Sweet was removed from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sweet to the Grace hospital Monday, Jan. 22, ill with typhoid fever. A baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Hill, Jan. 16. Both mother and son are doing nicely. Mrs. Hill's mother, Mrs. Casper Terry, is caring for the new arrival. Austin Lillie is ill with grip at the home of Theron Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Allison Foster have moved to the former's farm at the place. MARRIAGE CEREMONY REVISED BY SOCIALIST __ Love, Honor and Obey Omitted and Comrade and Helpmeet Supplant Husband and Wife. __ Boston, Sept. 16. - The form of marriage service used by Rev. Paul Harris Drake, the Socialist pastor of Wollaston, at the wedding of Maud Adele Heath and John Theodore Mendenhall, last week, has created no small sensation among clergymen. The form is original with Rev. Mr. Drake. In it the bride does not promise to love, honor and obey. Here is the husband's vow: "I, John, take you Maud, for my lawful wife, and I faithfully promise you that I will endeavor to be to you a good husband, a true comrade and partner, a respector of your own individuality and a loyal supporter of the home and family relationship upon which we are now entering so far as in me lies, and so long as I shall live; and , as a pledge of my intention to fulfull these promises, I give you this ring." This is the wife's vow: "I, Maud, take you John, for my lawful husband. I accept your token and in return I promise you that I will endeavor to be to you a true comrade and helpmate, striving to all that lies in my power to make our married life complete and cheerfully accepting my share of the duties and responsibilities of a home as your wife and partner for life I give you my pledge in this ring." The usual blessing was omitted. OBITUARY Mrs. Lucretia Holden, aged 92, died at the home of her son, William L. Holden, at Hammond's Corners, at 10:30 o'clock last night. About ten days ago Mrs. Holden suffered a stroke of paralysis and did not survive the shock. The deceased's maiden name was Lucretia Rockwell. She was born in Cayuga county, N. Y., Dec. 1, 1820. She was married to Richard F. Holden, August 22, 1840, At Evans, N.Y. The couple moved to Monroe township, this county, in 1842. Mr. Holden died June 4, 1871, and his widow went to live with her son, Silas, in Wisconsin for awhile. About fifteen years ago she came to live with her son, William L. Holden, at Hammond's Corners. Mrs. Holden was the mother of four children, one son, Edgar, was killed in an explosion at a saw mill in Monroe, July 14, 1866. Three other sons, Silas, of Wisconsin, and William L. and Richard, of Monroe, suvive her. Obituary of Lucretia Holden cont'd. The deceased had been a member of the Methodist church since her girlhood and was a zealous worker. She was very fond of flowers and cultivated them until the last of her life. The funeral will be held at the home of William L. Holden Thursday at 1 p. m., Rev. Hurlburt, pastor of the Christian church, officiating. Interment will be made at Kelloggsville. PRETTY ROMANCE REACHED CLIMAX AT ROSE WEDDING __ Miss Linda von Gunten and Raymond Stevens United in Marriage at Noon - Leave for Rochester. __ Having been chums and then sweetharts since they were little girl and boy together, Miss Linda von Gunten and Raymond Bradley Stevens were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony today. The wedding of these estimable young people marks the climax of one of the prettiest romances in the power of Dan Cupid to weave. The marriage was solemnized in the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. John von Gunten, 124 Hayward avenue, exactly at noon. Rev. F. C. Dreager, pastor of the Baptist church, officiated. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Clara von Gunten, and the same service for the groom was performed by his borther Carlton Stevens. Miss Sadie Haight presided at the piano, playing "Oh, Promise Me," very softly while the solemn exchange of pledges was being made. The ceremony took place before a bank of ferns and palms in a corner of the living room. The rest of the room and the other downstairs rooms were decorated with a profusion of pink and white June roses. The bride looked lovely in a gown of white brocaded silk, with pearl trimmings, and she carried a bouquet of bride's roses, arranged in a shower. The maid of honor wore tan crepe de chene made over pink silk, and she carried pink roses. Only the immediate families of the bride and groom and a very few intimate friends were present at the wedding. Immediately after the ceremony an elaborate four-course dinner was seved, covers being laid for twenty at two tables, which were artistically decorated with pink and white roses. Twelve were seated at the bride's table - the four in the bridal party, Rev. and Mrs. Kreager, the mother of the bride, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Stevens, parents of the groom, and Miss Haight, Miss Gertrude Hammond, and Miss Meta Stevens cousin of the groom. Mr. and Mrs. Stevens left on Lake Shore train No. 46 for Rochester, N. Y., which city is to be their future home. They will go at once to their newly furnished home at 40 Park avenue. The circumstances which led up to the wedding of the young couple were particularly romantic. When both were very young they became acquainted in Sunday school, and later they were baptized together and then were sweethearts during the four years in high school, both graduating with the class of 1907. Mr. Stevens went away to college becoming a student at Denison University at Granville, O., from which he was graduated in the class of 1912. The new Mrs. Stevens went to Bluffton, O., where she taught school for the first year after her graduation. The following year she returned to Conneaut, and for the past four years she has taught in the local schools. Mr. Stevens at present is secretary of the Rochester Y. M. C. A. He has had one year in the Rochester Theological seminary, studying for the Baptist ministry, and he expects to return to the school later and finish the course. He and his bride are among the best known young people in Conneaut, and they have always been especially active in Baptist church circles. Their departure to a city so far distant is universally regretted. They go, however, with the heartiest congratulatins and best wishes of all. FAILS REUNION __ The third annual reunion of the Fails family was held August 13 at the home of Jesse M. Fails, Girard, Pa. Mr. Fails being the oldest member of the family living. A sumptuous dinner was served under a tent at 12 o'clock, and all did ample justice to the eatables. There were about 53 relatives present from Painesville, Ashtabula, Conneaut, Beaver Center, Albion, Springfield, Girard, Swanville and Erie. The day was an ideal one and all had a pleasant time. After dinner the party assembled on the beautiful lawn and all had their pictures taken. A business meeting was then called by the president, Jesse Fails, and the minutes of the last meeting were read by the secretary, Ruth Fails. An invitation was extended by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fails of Spring-field to have the next reunion at their home the second Wednesday in August, 1914. The following officers were elected for next year: President, Charles Fails; vice president, Christ Fails; secretary, Grant M. Strong. MRS. LOUISA BLISS __ Sudden Death of An Estimable Conneaut Lady at Saginaw, Michigan, Yesterday. __ A message last evening bore the many Conneaut friends the sad intelligence of the death of Mrs. Louisa Bliss, which occurred suddenly yesterday morning at the home of her son, Fred Bliss, Saginaw, Mich. The aged lady, whom there was none in Conneaut more respected and loved, went to Michigan at the approach of the holiday season. Fred Bliss, who had been in Colorado for several months past was to be home for the holidays and to spend the season with him, his mother went there. Leaving here she was in her usual good health and, notwithstanding her advanced age of 76 years, she enjoyed the trip. Her visit there was not marked by any serious illness until yesterday a paralytic stroke was suffered and from it death ensued. A life-long resident of this immediate vicinity, Mrs. Bliss resided in the same home since her wedding day over fifty years ago. The Bliss home on the Furnace road, southeast of town, was a haven of hospitality and, in years gone, to it Conneaut people were wont to travel, there to receive attentions and enjoy a hospitality that only this gracious woman knew how to dispense. When the Bliss children were younger the Bliss home was a rendezvous for the young people from town and many are the tales of the kindness Mrs. Bliss attended to them. The Bliss farm was known by that name for a great many years. It was the home of the elder Bliss and when Alvin E. Bliss and Louisa Harrington of Clark Corners, were married they went to it and made it their home. There they lived and their children were born and spent their childhood and youth. When Mr. Bliss died several years ago, Mrs. Bliss did not leave the home that had been home to her for fifty years and to the old home the children returned each year for a summer visit. Six children were born to the couple, Alice, who died in childhood; Frank, who died at his home in Maine a dozen years ago; Fred H., of Saginaw; Madge Bliss Andrews, whose death occurred 14 years ago; Charles A., a Columbus man, and Iris L., of East Conneaut. The remains will be brought here this evening from Saginaw and will be taken to the old home, where the funeral will be held on Monday afternoon at 1:30. Interment will be the East Conneaut cemetery. GOLDEN WEDDING OF THE THORNTONS __ Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Thornton, Formerly of Springfield, Pa., Celebrate Fiftieth Anniversary. __ Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Thornton of Jerome, Mich., on the Tillabowasse river, celebrated their golden wedding January 6th, 1914. Hiram G. Thornton and Tasa M. Hinkle wer united in marriage fifty years ago, January 6th, 1864, at Springfield, Pa., in the Springfield hotel which was situated near the state line. The ceremony was performed in the same room in which Mr. Thornton's father and mother were married in 1830. On Tuesday, their son Charles and family and three daughters and their husbands, Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Kelley of Midland, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Ulrey and children of Saginaw, Mr. and Mrs. Brownlee and son Earl of Carlton, also Mr. Thornton's brother-in-law, B. F. Messenger of Conneaut, O., and his daugher Mrs. Minerva McArthur of Pierpont, were present. The home was beautifully decorated with green and golden colors in honor of the day. The grandchildren, Kenneth Ulrey and Eva Thornton, carried the golden ribbons to escort the aged copule to their places at the head of the table,, which was tastily decorated in the colors appropriate for the occasion. A delicious four-course dinner was served, which was a great feature of the day for all. Mr. Thornton was an honored soldier and is a member of Lincoln Lodge of Midland, Mich. He is seventy-three years of age, while Mrs. Thornton is seventy-two. They have twenty-one grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, who were all present. The afternoon was pleasantly spent with songs and music from the violin, mandolin and piano by the young people, and Mr. and Mrs. Thornton sang several old-time songs. In the evening the guests gathered at the home of the son, Charles, where all enjoyed a dancing party to end the long-to-be remembered day. ICE PREVENTS CARFERRY FROM CROSSING LAKE (Mar. 23, 1916 written in pencil here) __ Ice conditions in Lake Erie have prevented the car ferry, Marquette & Bessemer No. 2, from attempting to force her way across the lake. The ferry was laid up for repairs a few weeks ago, but these hae now been completed and the ferry is ready to buck the ice as soon as there is a reasonably fair chance that a trip can be made. It had been though that the ferry would make a trial last Saturday but this was given up. She has, however, been fueled and put in to readiness to start as soon as conditions permit. MISS MINNE WILLIAMS DIES AT GRACE HOSPITAL __ Young Woman Succumbed to Attack of Typhoid Fever - Lived With Sheperd Family. __ Miss Minnie Williams died at six o'clock last evening at Grace hospital where she had been ill with typhoid fever. She was seventeen years of age and made her home with Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Sheperd, 292 Liberty street. Her parents reside in Williamsfield. The funeral will be held from the Sheperd home, Tuesday at one o'clock, Rev. Frend I. Johnson, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating. Burial will be in the Kelloggsville cemetery. The Sheperd family has resided here but a few weeks, coming from Monroe, where the family home has always been. Many friends in that vicinity will be pained to learn of the death of the young lady. BRIDE IS WELL KNOWN HERE (1916 written in pencil here.) __ The many friends of Miss Sadie Dennis of McKean, Pa., will be surprised to hear of her marriage to Mr. Fred Brydle, of that city. The wedding took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Brydle of McKean, at high noon, March fifth, before only the immediate members of the family. The bride was formerly a resident of South Monroe and is well known in Conneaut. Mr. and Mrs. Brydle are visiting relatives in Conneaut and vicinity. Following a post-nuptial trip the couple will make their home in McKean. They have the best wishes of their many friends. W. F. LAPHAM IS FOUND DEAD __ Well Known Farmer Living Near State Line Died of Heart Failure While at Work in a Field. __ W. F. Lapham, aged 66, a well known farmer living just across the state line in Pennsylvania, fell dead yesterday afternoon about 3 o'clock while at work in a field. Heart failure was the cause of death. Mr. Lapham was apparently in good health when he left the house after eating a hearty dinner, but two hours later he was found dead along side a fence in a field nearby. Mr. Lapham leaves a wife, three daughters, Flora at home, Mrs. Charles Hoskins of Conneaut, Mrs. May Laughery of Willoughby, O., and one son, Gaylord, at home. He was born in Michigan but lived nearly all his life in Pierpont, but moved to the state line about eleven years ago. The funeral will be held at 1 p. m. at the home in West Springfield. Burial in Glenwood cemetery, Conneaut. Mr. Lapham is survived by four brothers, George E., East Conneaut, William, Perry, O., Charles and Fayette, of Kansas City, Mo. ESTEEMED LADY DIED TODAY __ Mrs. A. L. Dean Passed Away This Morning At The Family Home In West Springfield After A Short Illness. __ Mrs. Anna Dean, wife of A. L. Dean, died at an early hour this morning at the family home at West Springfield. Death was caused by apoplexy. Mrs. Dean having been stricken on Thursday. She was a lady of many friends in this entire vicinity and was held in the highest esteem. Born in Monroe township, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Johnson, her girlhood was spent there. Since her marriage she has lived in Monroe, and for a number of years in Kingsville. The home has been in Springfield for the past two years. Surviving are the husband and four children: Mrs. Orcutt Ward, of Williamsfield, O.; Roy, who lives in Nebraska; Frank, of Ashtabula, and Arthur, who lived at home. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made. FRED F. SMITH LAID TO REST __ Largely Attended Funeral Services in Memory of Late President of Chamber of Commerce - Business Places Closed. __ The late Fred F. Smith, president of the Chamber of Commerce, received mortuary honors yesterday from the entire community. Memorial services were held at the family residence, No. 342 Madison street, at 2 p. m. During the services all business places were closed in honor of his memory. The attendance at the funeral was very large. Aside from the large concourse of individual friends who were present, there was a large delegation from the Colonial club, while nearly one hundred Elks and a good representation of the Knights of Pythias marched to the house as bodies. The house and adjoining grounds, and even both sides of the sidewalk in front of the premises were needed to accommodate all who assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to the dead. The funeral services were very simple, yet profoundly sad and impressive. The casket was covered and surrounded by a magnificient collection of flowers, the apartment in which the body lay hardly sufficing to hold all the beautiful floral gifts, which included floral designs and other tokens of remembrances from the Chamber of Commerce, the Elks, the Colonial club, and the Knights of Pythias. The employes of Mr. Smith were assembled in a body and followed the remains to the grave in carriages. Rev. O. J. Moore, pastor of the First Methodist church, offered prayer, and he was followed by Rev. W. D. Starkey, of Akron, former pastor of the Methodist church and long a close friend of the family, who spoke with visible emotion of the life, character and friendships of the departed. Mr. Starkey explained the spiritual insignificance of death, and said that there is One who is conquerer of death and through Him the mortal puts on immortality and triumphs over the grave. The speaker spoke in the most tender and comforting terms of the life and character of his departed friend, and dwelt upon the manly attributes which charcterized him. His remarks gave a storng support to the sorrowing family and were calculated to help them bear their affliction with fortitude and hope. At the conclusion of the services, the casket was borne to the funeral car by old friends of the deceased, Frank L. Whitmore, T. C. Herrick, T. R. Hatch, E. C. Jacobs, W. A. Middleton of this city and Charles Shreve of Erie. A long line of carriages conveyed the immediate relatives and near friends to Glenwood cemetery, while the members of the orders to which Mr. Smith belonged were conveyed in two special cars over the P. & O. At the cemetery, the remains were reverently laid to rest with appropriate ceremonies. Among those from out of town who attended the funeral were: Mrs. Elizabeth Warner of Mayville, N. Y., Mrs. Frank Sanderson of Lockhaven, Pa., Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Merriam of Detroit, Mich., Miss Anna Axworthy of Erie, Pa., Harry Cole, of Geneva, O., Mr. and Mrs. Charles Shreve of Erie, Pa., Mrs. George Watson of Youngstown, O., B. E. Thayer of Jefferson, O., Miss Ada Cheney, of Reno, Nev., Mrs. Ferry and Mrs. Matson of Kingsville and J. J. Tennant of Cleveland. MISS EVELYN DECK AND CARL PHELPS WERE MARRIED TODAY __ Ceremony Wa s Performed at St. Mary's Rectory at 1:30 - Dinner at the Hotel. __ One of the foremost of June weddings was solemnized at one-thirty o'clock this afternoon at St. Mary's rectory, State street, when Miss Evelyn Deck, only daughter of Mr. John Deck, prominent merchant, became the bride of Mr. Carl Phelps, son of Mrs. Edith Phelps of Poplar street. Miss Deck was very charmingly attired in a chic suit of primrose silk and she wore a large black lace hat. After the ceremony, the party went to the Hotel Clevleand where an elaborate wedding luncheon was served. Mr. and Mrs. Phelps left on the Lake Shore this afternoon for Cleveland whence they will take the boat to Detroit for a honeymoon trip. Returning they will make their home with the groom's mother on Poplar street. The bride is one of the best known young women of the city, having lived here since chldhood. She is a graduate from St. Benedict's academy, Erie in the class of 1906. Mr. Phelps is a general favorite among his friends and is connected with the Conneaut Creamery company. The best wishes of many friends will be extended to the couple. DEATH OF A. B. PITCHER THIS MORNING __ One of Conneaut's Most Revered Citizens Passes Away Following Stroke of Apoplexy. __ (1916 written in pencil here) A. B. Pitcher passed away at three o'clock this morning at his home, 223 Sandusky street, at the age of 65, after having been confined to his bed since Monday of last week. While at the Colonial club on the afternoon of Monday, February 28th, Mr. Pitcher was suddenly stricken with a stroke of apoplexy. He was taken to his home at once where he remained in a semi-cnscious state until he was called away. Mr. Pitcher's death removes from the city one of its most honored and respected citizens. His death is an irreparable loss to the community as well as to his family. Ever since his birth at Pierpont on June 17, 1850, with the exception of four years, he has spent his entire life in Conneaut or vicinity. On December 27, 1873, he was married to Miss Ella Matson of Conneaut. For the next four years he was engaged in the hardware business in Lindsay, Ohio. He then came back to Conneaut and during the remainder of his life conducted a real estate and insurance office in this city. He has for a number of years been a partner in the firm of Pitcher and Young, the original owners of the Grand View Allotment. Surviving members of the immediate family are his wife and daughter, Mrs. George Barber, of this city. Three brothers and one sister also survive; F. W. Pitcher, of Conneaut, Chas. J. Pitcher, of Andover, Harry Pitcher, of Cleveland, and Mrs. Jessie Smith, of Pierpont. His father, Ephraim Pitcher was one of the pioneer settlers of this section of the country. Mr. Pitcher has during his thirty years of residence in the city, been prominent in the church and fraternal life of the community. He was a member of the Order of Elks and Odd Fellows, the P. H. C., and the Colonial club and the Congregational church, where he has always been an ardent worker in the Men's Bible class. He has always been an organizer and an earnest worker in the Protected Home Circle and has held many offices from that of Grand Treasurer of Ohio to local deputy and captain of the ladies' degree team. The fuenral will be held at the late home on Monday afternoon at three o'clock, Eastern time, and will be private. The residence will be open on Sunday afternoon, however, to those who wish to view the remains. Interment will be made in the city cemetery. SPANKS ERRING SON; STARTS $100,000 FIRE Monticello, N. Y., June 18 - Mrs. B. Wolfe, of Ferndale, Sullivan county, near here tried to spank her young son and in so doing upset an oil stove. In the fire that followed, twelve business houses and three dwellings, including the Wolf house, were destroyed. The loss will reach $100,000. FRANK W. FOREMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED __ Cousin of William Foreman of This City, Had Legs Crushed In Collision Yesterday. __ Frank W. Foreman, cousin of William Foreman, Bessemer yard man, was seriously injured late yesterday when a Northwestern Pennsylvania traction line car on which he was motorman was struck by a freight car on the same line in a pretty bad wreck at Yokes' Crossing between Harmonsburg and Conneaut Lake. The wreck was the worst the Northwestern has experienced for some time. The two cars met head-on at a sharp curve midway between Exposition Park and Harmonsburg. Neither motorman saw the other car until it was right upon him. Neither had time to jump. The passenger car crushed under the impact and a number of passengers were more or less seriously injured, none fatally, however. The injured motorman was caught in the vestibule of his car which crushed like an egg shell. He was pinioned in the wreckage and was extricated with some difficulty after a little while. A relief car sent out from Meadville carried the injured passengers there. Motorman Foreman was taken to Spencer hospital, where it was found necessary to amputate one limb. He has suffered from shock and it is feared an amputation of the other limb will be necessary to save his life. A. P. JAMES KILLED BY L. S. TRAIN __ Conneaut Resident Met Horrible Death at Erie Saturday Evening Last. __ He Was Instantly Killed. __ Was Attempting to Board a Moving Passenger Train With His Arms Full and Fell Between the Coaches - Leaves a Family of Four. __ Albert P. James of this city was instanatly killed at Erie on Saturday evening when he attempted to board a moving Lake Shore passenger train to return to his home. James was a car repairer in the employ of the Bessemer railroad and went to Erie late Saturday to do some shopping. He expected to return on Lake Shore passenger train No. 5. Arriving at the station just as the train was pulling out, he attempted to swing aboard and in so doing was thrown between the coaches. Death was instantaneous. The right leg was severed below the knee, all the fingers of the right hand were cut off and his head was crushed. Conductor Ormsby in charge of the passenger train saw the accident and stopped the train, but too late to save the man's life. The James home was on Buffalo street below Russell street, where are left to mourn, the wife and three young children. A married daughter, Mrs. W. Riley, lives in Cleveland, as does a sister, Mrs. M. Vosburg. Mr. James was fifty years of age. Mrs. James' father has gone to Erie today to identify the remains which were taken to the coroner's morgue. MARRIED YESTERDAY MORNING __ The marriage of Miss Virginia Adams and Stephen Vary, both of Ashtabula, was celebrated yesterday morning at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Charles Strubbel, in this city, Rev. Herbert Lang, pastor of the First Baptist church of Ashtabula, officiating. The bride was gowned in a lovely frock of creme de chine. Miss Ruth Houghton and Harland Rood of Ashtabula attended the young couple. Following the services a wedding breakfast was served and afterwards, Mr. and Mrs. Vary left for an eastern wedding trip which will include Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Rochester, Seneca Falls and Lowell, N. Y., Mr. Vary's home. Upon returning, they will be at home at 48 Center street, Ashtabula. The groom is a salesman in S. E. Gaskell's shoe store. Those present at the wedding from Ashtabula were Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Rugg, Rev. and Mrs. H. Lang, Mrs. Curtiss and son, Conn., Mrs. C. F. Adams, mother of the bride, Harland Rood and Miss Ruth Houghton. MISS BERTHA HUSTON AND STANLEY LOOMIS MARRIED YESTERDAY __ A wedding characterized by its impressive simplicity was solemnized yesterday at noon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Huston in Monroe, when their daughter, Miss Bertha was united in marriage to Stanley Loomis, son of Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Loomis, of East Conneaut. The rooms of the Huston home were profusely decked with roses and other blossoms that blended in sweet fragrance. The bride was attired in a pretty gown of white silk and her bouquet was of old-fashioned white garden pinks. Miss Hazel Dickson of this city was the maid of honor. She was gowned in white voile trimmed in blue. Mr. Loomis was attended by his brother, Francis Loomis. Miss Mildred Loomis, sister of the groom, played the wedding march while the couple and their attendants took their places. Rev. G. N. Barnes of North Conneaut was the officiating clergyman, using the ever beautiful ring service. Only the immediate relatives witnessed the ceremony. An elaborate wedding luncheon was served at one o'clock. The young people received many beautiful gifts, including a fine home on the East Side, the gift of the groom's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Loomis left this morning on a wedding trip to Niagara Falls. Both are well known in this vicinity, the bride having formerly attended the High school here. Many good wishes of scores of interested friends will be extended to them. Miss Huston has been a teacher in the Monroe schools for two years while Mr. Loomis is affiliated with his father in the grain and feed business. MISS NINA BRADEN'S FUNERAL ON SUNDAY __ Miss Nina Braden, aged 20, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Braden of Bushnell, died Thursday afternoon of pleurisy. She is survived by her parents, one sister, Lena, at home, and two brothers, Elmer of Illinois and Wallace of Conneaut. Funeral services were held at the home Sunday at 1 p. m., Rev. R. E. Benjamin of Pierpont officiating. Interment was made in Kelloggsville cemetery. WEDDING AT PIERPONT __ A quiet but pretty wedding took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Hutchins, Friday evening, August 15, when their only daughter, Angie E., became the bride of Prof. R. E. Blair, of Mantua, O., the occasion being also the 18th birthday of the bride. Miss Hutchins is one of Pierpont's most esteemed young ladies. She was a member of the 1913 graduating class. Prof. Blair is a very promising young man. He had charge of the Pierpont school last year, but this year he has a much better position in New London, O., where he will have charge of the schools. Rev. R. E. Benjamin performed the nuptial ceremony at 7 p. m. in the presence of only the immediate family. The Congregational C. E.'s had planned a social at the home of Mr. Hutchins for that evening, but when they learned what was happening, they quickly converted it into a "shower" and many useful presents were presented to the young couple. After a treat of lemonade and cake, the company dispersed after hearty congratulations. The young couple will make their new home in New London, and they have the best wishes of their many friends here in Pierpont. KINGSVILLE __ Mrs. Bennett Kellison of this place passed away suddenly this morning. Early in the morning she was as well as usual, preparing the morning meal for her family and eating heartily of it herself. Soon after, however, she complained of severe pains in her head and telling the family that a blood vessel had burst in her head and that she was going to die right away, she very soon lapsed into unconscious-ness and in less than three hours after she was stricken she was dead. Medical aid reached her in five minutes after she was taken ill, but the physician at once pronounced it a fatal attack of apoplexy and gave no hope of recovery. Mrs. Kellison was 57 years of age and came with her husband and daughters and two grandchildren from out near Pierpont to live in this village. Mr. Kellison is an invalid unable to leave his wheel chair and is heartbroken over the sudden taking away of one who has so tenderly cared for him in his affliction. A short funeral service will be held at the home Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock. The funeral party then leaving for Pierpont where another service will be held and interment made in the Pierpont cemetery. E. LAWRENCE FATALLY HURT __ Former Conneaut Young Man Was Run Over by an Engine at Ashtabula Last Night and Died in Hospital. __ Everett Lawrence, a well known and respected young man formerly of Conneaut, was fatally injured last night in the Pennsylvania yards at Ashtabula, and died at 10 p. m. at the hospital. Lawrence was run over by the engine on which he was fireman. The deceased was 24 years of age and leaves a wife, formerly Miss Bessie Smith of Conneaut, to whom he was wedded five years ago tomorrow. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Lawrence of the Underridge road, Four sisters - Mrs. Frank Frazier, of Lynn, Ind., Mrs. Roy Eccleson, Mrs. Frank Desher and Miss Opal Lawrence, and one brother E. U. Lawrence, all of Conneaut and vicinity. He was a member of the local Order of Moose and the Woodmen of America. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Nickels and Mr. and Mrs. F. Smith, the latter the parents of the bereaved wife, were called to Ashtabula last night but the injured man died before they arrived. No arrangements for the funeral have been made. OBITUARY G. B. Kennedy was born in Georgetown, Canada, Dec. 31, 1848, and died at his home in Pierpont, June 30, 1913. Mr. Kennedy came to Jefferson from Canada when about 17 years old. In 1885 he was united in marriage to Minnie Bulfinch of Lenox. To this union was born seven children: John, Ray, Earl, Robert, Clifford, Mildred and Hazel, all of whom are living except Roy, who died in infancy. Mr. Kennedy was well known in Jefferson and vicinity where he spent the greater part of his life until 13 years ago, he moved to his late home in Pierpont. The funeral was held at the residence in Pierpont on Wednesday at 1 p. m., Rev. Benjamin officiating. He was laid to rest in Oakdale cemetery. His family wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to the singer and friends and neighbors for their kindness in the hour of need; also for the many beautiful flowers. THREE KILLED AT ASHTABULA __ Switchmen Ross Fox, Edward Ryan and Thomas Cragon Struck by an Engine after Acting as Pallbearers at Funeral. __ At Ashtabula last night Lake Shore yard conductor, Fred Holt, and Switchman Ross Fox, Thomas Cragon and Edward Ryan were standing on the track conversing, when a switch engine backed down on them. Cragon was killed outright and Fox and Ryan lived only a short time. Holt was not seriously injured. All four attended the funeral of a brother switchman yesterday at which Fox and Ryan were pallbearers. All excepting Ryan leave families. WELL SUPPLIED WITH GREAT GRANDPARENTS __ Miss Marguerite Whipple of Conneaut Has Thirteen Grandparents and Great- Grandparents Living. __ When it comes to a question of being supplied with grandparents and great grandparents, little Miss Marguerite Whipple, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. "Jack" Whipple of North Conneaut, will surely claim the banner. She has thirteen altogether, including two step-grandmothers. She has seven great-grandparents - Mrs. Susan Stentz of Nova, O., great grandmother on the side of her mother's father; Rev. and Mrs. G. N. Barnes of North Conneaut, great grandparents on the side of the mother's mother; Mr. and Mrs. Andrew J. Whipple of Sheffield, great grandparents on the side of the father's father; Mr. and Mrs. Darius Van Slyke, great grandparents on the side of the father's mother; and four own grandparents, Lewis Stentz of Columbus, father of her mother, and Mrs. Anson White, of Pierpont, mother of her mother; and Mr. and Mrs. Barney Whipple of North Conneaut, parents of her father. She has two step-grandparents - Mrs. Lewis Stentz and Mr. Anson White, and Mrs. Darius Van Slyke is a step great-grandmother. MISS ETHEL HICKS AND GLENN SUTTON MARRIED __ Popular Young Couple United in Marriage by Rev. Slutz in Jefferson Monday. __ Thinking to steal a march on their many Conneaut friends, Miss Ethel Rose Hicks of Monroe and Glenn Travis Sutton of this city took different trains yesterday for Ashtabula where they met and journeyed on to Jefferson where, in the office of Probate Judge Babcock, they were united in marriage by Rev. Slutz. The young couple's friends have been expecting this event for some time but the exact date was not learned until today. After the ceremony the young people left for a post-nuptial trip to Youngstown, Braceville, Pa., and Cleveland and will return to Conneaut the latter part of the week and make their home here. The bride has been employed in Conneaut for the past two years and has been a saleslady in the Brownnell shoe store since its opening in this city. She has won for herself a host of friends who wish her happiness. Mr. Sutton is a popular Bessemer switchman and is a favorite among his companions who will be very interested in this important event. HIBLER REUNION __ The fifth annual reunion of the C. B. and Cynthia Hibler family was held at the old homestead in Pierpont, Ohio, August 26, 1913. The meeting was called to order by the president, G. W. Hibler. All old officers were re-elected. They adjourned to meet again at the old homestead in one year. Cyrus B. and Cynthia A. Smith Hibler were united in marriage March 12, 1857. To this union nine children were born - Flora Hibler Taylor, George Hibler, Louisa Hibler Fails, Amos Hibler, Elmer Hibler, Alice Hibler Eaton, Bertha Hibler Smith, all living and present except Orlando Hibler for whom the call came to depart from this earth July 23, 1884. Another link was broken on November 24, 1889, when the infant son of G. W. and Minnie Hibler was called to the great beyond at the age of 3 months and 17 days, which leaves us to number 66 with a total of 23 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, whereas, there have been 19 married into the family. Forty-three of this number answered to the roll call on the above date. PIERPONT WEDDING __ A very pretty wedding occurred Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. Partch in Pierpont when their daughter Zatella became the bride of Mr. John Stewart. The ceremony was performed at 6 o'clock before a small bank of ferns and palms in the presence of the near relatives and friends of the couple, Rev. R. E. Benjamin offici-ating. The ring ceremony was used. Miss Georgia Partch attended her sister as bridesmaid and Mr. Glenn Morrison was best man. A wedding supper was served after the ceremony. Both young people are popular in a large circle of of friends who wish them well. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart will reside in Pierpont. FOR L. E. & Y. RY. __ John H. Ruhlman Awards Contract to Cleveland Firm - Rails to Be Arranged for Today - Car Barns Going Up. __ Youngstown, O., Feb. 1. - President John H. Ruhlman of the L. E. & Y. railway company states that general offices of the company will be located in the Wick building and he with his entire staff will move there next Monday. Contracts have been awarded a Cleveland firm for part of the railroad ties and crossing guards, and numerous letters are being received by Mr. Ruhlman, from the property owners along the right-of-way asking that they be given a chance to help furnish ties for the new road. Mr. Ruhlman said that rail salesmen will be in town today and the question of proper shape, size and weight of rails will then be determined and purchase arranged for. The company owns 57 acres just north of the city limits on which the Caldwell Construction company, which has been awarded the contracts, will immediately start the constrution of car barns and repair shops. THE CREAMERY AT MONROE BURNED __ The Plant Was Run by E. C. Wivel at Monroe Center - Nothing Was Saved - Fire Originated in the Boiler Room. __ The creamery at Monroe Center, operated by E. C. Wivel, was burned to the ground this morning at 4:30 o'clock. Nothing was saved. It is believed that the fire originated in the boiler room, but it is not known exactly how the fire was caused. The insurance was light, probably not more than enough to cover outstanding indebtedness. The creamery was doing a good business and it is probable that it will be rebuilt. TWENTY-FIFTH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATED __ At the Home of Mr. and Mrs. I. P. Felch at Bushnell Friday - Twenty-five Were Present. __ The home of Mr. and Mrs. Ira P. Felch at Bushnell was the scene of a very pleasant gathering on Friday August 8th, when twenty-five relatives were present to help them celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of their marriage, it being also the birthday of Mr. Felch. The bride, attired in her wedding gown, received the guests and at 1 o'clock a sumptuous dinner was served. Before arising from the table, a silver tea service was presented on behalf of those present, to the bride and groom in a clever little speech by Mrs. Mary Lee of Hollis, Long Island, N. Y. Mrs. Felch feelingly responded. Other gifts of silver were also received. Mr. and Mrs. Felch were married in Vineland, New Jersey, August 8, 1888, and on this anniversary day five were present who attended the wedding, Mrs. Adaline M. Ingalls, Mrs. Susan C. Ingalls, Mrs. L. G. Felch, Mr. Lloyd, I. E. Felch and Mrs. Mary H. Lee. Mr. Felch was born at Bushnell and has always lived there and the couple have lived in the same house for twenty-five years. Their host of friends all join in the wish that they may not only see their golden wedding day but many years beyond 1938. SLEIGHRIDE ENJOYED BY YOUNG PEOPLE __ With sleighbells ringing and horns tooting a jolly crowd left for a sleighride about seven o'clock last evening, the occasion being that of Miss Letha Laird entertaining some of her friends at her home, just beyond Monroe Center. As the sleighing was excellent, it did not take the crowd long to reach their destination. Upon arriving a bountiful supper was served which was greatly enjoyed after the long ride. A contest was in order after supper in which Harold Chrisman was victorious and Ralph Saunders enjoyed the booby prize. Different games were played and in the small hours of the night (or should we say morning) the jolly bunch returned home. MISS RUTH POWELL AND ALVA BELDING MARRIED YESTERDAY __ Charming simplicity, that made the entire wedding the more impressive, marked the nuptial ceremony that united in marriage Ruth C. Powell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Powell, of Beaver Center and Alva O. Belding, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Alva Belding of this city. The service was solemnized at the bride's home yesterday at 2'oclock in the presence of thirty relatives and friends. Mrs. Harriet Sweet, great grandmother of the bride, was among the guests. With the exception of the dining room, all the rooms of the home were adorned with apple blossoms that lent an exceptionally sweet fragrance to the scene and created a most pleasing background. The dining room was decked most artistically with violets and ferns. The bride who is an attractive young woman made a lovely picture in her wedding gown of white shadow voile elaborately trimmed with beautiful lace. Her bouquet was a shower of roses and lilies-of-the-valley. Miss Powell was attended by her sister, Miss Harriet Powell, who was attired in white crepe embroidered with pink and carried pink rosebuds. Mr. George Belding, brother of the groom, was best man. Miss Queena Hawes, a cousin of Mr. Belding's sang softly during the ceremony, "Because," and Miss Mabel Michael presided at the piano and played Mendelssohn's wedding march as the bridal party came down the stairs and took their places under the bower of apple blossoms in the living room. Rev. R. E. Benjamin performed the ceremony and the ring service was used. Following the congratulations, a daintily appointed three course luncheon was served. The favors for the ladies were small baskets of confetti and for the men, tiny baskets of rice. The couple came to this city and left on a honeymoon trip east. Returning they will go to one of the cottages at the lake where they will spend the next three months in camp. The bride's traveling suit was blue and she wore a chic white hat. Mr. and Mrs. Belding received many beautiful and costly presents, among them being a substantial check form both the bride's and the groom's fathers. The young people are well known in Conneaut having lived in this vicinity all their lives. Both are graduates from C. H. S., Mrs. Belding in the class of 1912 and her husband in the class of 1913. Their romance began in their school days when both were students at the local high school. Mrs. Belding is a young woman of attractive personality. Mr. Belding is an estimable young man. The best wishes of scores of friends will be extended to them. ATTENDED WEDDING IN ASHTABULA __ Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Follett and daughter, Miss Irene, spent Monday in Ashtabula where they attended the wedding of Mrs. Follett's niece, Miss Vera Turner, to William Crotjer, of Cleveland. The ceremony took place in the beautifully decorated parlor of the Turner home with Miss Margaret Birkharp acting as maid of honor and Walter Turner, brother of the bride, as best man. The wedding march from Lohengrin was rendered as a violin-piano duet by Mr. and Mrs. Smith, the latter a sister of the bride. The Presbyterian ring service was used. Following the cremony a three-course luncheon was served. After receiving the congratulations of their many friends, the young couple left for their new home in Cleveland. Many beautiful gifts of linen, gold, silver and cut glass were received by the bride. Guests came from Cleveland, Conneaut and Ashtabula. OBITUARY Henry Jacobs was born in Pierpont, O., Sept. 23, 1832, and died at the home of D. H. Brayman, Monday, Aug. 18, aged 81 years. He was married to Samantha McNutt Feb. 1856. No children came to bless this union, but they adopted a boy and girl, Fred, now of Clarence, Mich., and Ruby, now of Painesville. He heard his country's call for volunteers, and enlisted in Company C, 16th Michigan Infantry, March 15, 1865, and was honorably discharged July 8, 1865. The funeral was held at the Congregational church Wednesday, Aug. 20th, conducted by Rev. R. E. Benjamin. Three selections of music were rendered by Mrs. Louis Bolton of Cleveland, Mrs. Cora Benjamin, Mr. Thompson and Rev. Benjamin. The old soldiers and their wives attended in a body; also the Masonic fraternity of which he was a member. He was laid to rest in the Pierpont cemetery, the last sad rites being conducted by the Masonic Lodge. He leaves to mourn his loss besides his adopted son and daughter, a granddaughter, Mrs. Mona Ensell, of Pittsburgh, Pa., and one brother, Gould Jacob of Horton, Kansas. He was a good citizen and a kind neighbor and he will be missed by a large circle of friends. NICKEL PLATE PAY-DAY COMES ON JULY 11TH __ Friday, the eleventh, is pay day. The first semi-monthly payday of the Nickel Plate under the new state law will be next Friday, a week from to-morrow. Word was received at the local office of the Nickel Plate today stating that the pay car would be here on that day. It is presumed the second pay will be made on the 25th, two weeks later. DIED IN WASHINGTON __ Mrs. Ralph Lillie, formerly Miss Margaret Smith of this city, passed away Saturday afternoon in Anatone, Wash. Mrs. Lillie had been ill for several weeks, but the exact cause of her death is not known to local relatives. Mrs. Lillie is survived by her husband and a son, aged two years. Mrs. M. Allen of North Conneaut is a sister. Mr. Lillie's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. Lillie, started this morning for Anatone. OBITUARY Miss Sarah Riggs was born in Beaver township, Crawford, county, Pa., January 6, 1842, on the place now known as the James Lee farm, where she resided until 1859, when she was united in marriage to Horace Hogle. As a result of this union two sons were born, Frank and Emmott, who were both near her when she died. Horace Hogle died September 28, 1905, preceding her by eight years and two days, she having died on the thirtieth of September, 1913. Besides her two children she leaves three grand-children and two great grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn her loss, who love and respect her memory as one known for many deeds of charity, who was a kind and loving mother and a true friend. Some 26 yeasrs ago she espoused the cause of Christ and faithfully sought to follow the teachings of the Lowly Nazarene. She became a member of the U. B. chruch where she remained until her demise. It can be truthfully said, "She has fought a good fight, she has finished her course, henceforth there is laid up for her a crown of righteousness which the Righteous Judge shall give her at the last day." Dear mother your place is vacant, There is an empty chair; We trust you're housed in glory, Forever free from care. You never more will greet us Nor meet us at the door, Your smile and cheery welcome Is gone forever more. But in the celestial city Where saints and angels throng You're joining with the chorus In the sweet redemption song. Then let us but remember, Her words of love and cheer, Her friend will be your helper, His spirit's ever near. Though she may not mingle with us, Her life will tarry here Among those she loved and cherished, And tried their herts to cheer. One by one, we're going To leave this house of clay, God grant we meet in heaven, When we shall pass away. AL. GARDNER, AGED 57, DIED THURSDAY MORNING __ Al. Gardner, aged 57, died yesterday at his home on the east side after an illness of several months. He is survived by a wife and three children, two sons and a daughter. Mr. Gardner has been a resident of Conneaut for five years and was employed at the Conneaut Can company's plant until illness compelled him to quit work. The funeral service will be held at the house on Middle road, Saturday, at 1 p. m. The Order of Owls, of which the deceased was a member, will attend in a body. Interment will be made at Farnham. CHARLES SHREFFLER DIED LAST NIGHT __ Charles, aged 10, son of A. F. Shreffler, who resides near Bushnell, died last night of typhoid fever. Funeral services will be held at the family home Tuesday at 2 p. m. Interment in Kelloggsville. OBITUARY Mr. James Onion was born in Wales, England, Dec. 28., 1838. He brought his wife and four small children to this country in the year 1869, locating near Youngstown, Ohio. In 1882 he bought a large farm in Monroe township and there settled his family, himself entering the Nickel Plate shops at Conneaut as a tool dresser, where he was employed for some 20 years. During the season of good roads he often drove from the farm to the shops, returning again in the evening a distance of 9 1/2 miles. After his children married and left the farm he brought his wife to this city, sold the farm and bought city property. He and his wife joined the Baptist church in Wales during their early married life. Six children were born to them, three of whom are now deceased, the first born having died before they left England. There are now fourteen grandchildren. Twelve years ago Mrs. Onion was stricken with paralysis, leaving her almost helpless, ever since which time she was cared for by her husband with such true devotion as is rarely surpassed by earthly friends; and now, after 52 years of close companion-ship God has seen fit to separate them for a short time. Mr. Onion lived a quiet, unassuming life, follow-ing closely the line of duty, and only those who came in touch with him knew of the large heart and the many little kindly attentions bestowed wherever he found opportunity. When he knew that his time for departure was near at hand he met it with the same fearless step which was so characteristic of his daily life. His wife asked him if he would like to have the pastor come and pray for him. His answer was, "It isn't necessary, Mary; I can pary for myself." ___ Card Of Thanks We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation to the many kind friends and neighbors who no nobly and tenderly administered unto us during our recent bereavement, for the many bautiful floral pieces and flowers sent in tender sympathy, and also to Dr. G. H. Cole, who worked so faithfully and heroically to restore health and save life, and we feel that he put forth every effort that is possible for human skill. Words seem futile, but at this time it is the only means availabe to thank all who out of the kindness of their hearts assisted us and brought comfort and consolation. Mrs. James Onion. William J. Onion. Edgar Onion. Mrs. Amos W. Smith. BILLET REUNION __ The second annual reunion of the Billet family was held at the home of Charles Bromfield in Monroe September 5th. Three sisters, Mrs. Caroline Bromfield, Mrs. Miriam Moore, Mrs. Mary Phillips and their cousin, Charles Billett, their families and relatives, 41 in all, met together to do honor to the family name. Brothers Richard of Conneaut and William of Iowa were not able to be present. A nephew Lewis Billett of Illinois, with his mother, had expected to attend this year but they were unable to do so. A very pleasing program was arranged by Miss Richardson. After the program, at a short business session Emma Richardson was elected president and Nellie Paulson, secretary for the coming year. The date of the reunion was changed to the first Wednesday in September. The place of meeting will be decided on later and relatives notified probably through the papers. A vote of thanks was tendered Mr. and Mrs. Bromfield for their hospitality and also to those who helped with the program. As they separated at night, all expressed themselves as having enjoyed the day very much. A TEN POUND SON __ Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Hicks of Mill street are entertaining a ten pound son, born this morning at 8:30. All concerned are doing nicely. DEATH CLAIMS DAUGHTER MR. AND MRS. A. MONTIGNEY __ Ocieolof Louise Montigney, Only Daughter, is Called After a Long Illness. __ Friends of little Ocieolof Louise Montigney, will be painfully surprised by the knowledge of her death, which occurred last night at 12 o'clock at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Montigney of Main street. The little girl was eleven years, three months and eighteeen days old and was a student in the sixth grade of the Main street school. She had been ill almost a year; but had not been confined to her bed until the last three weeks. Besides her mother and father she leaves three brothers, Wilson, of Cleveland, Galen and Ormen, of this city, and many little chums and playmates to mourn her death. A fall suffered a year ago, which resulted in an injury was the indirect cause of the little one's death. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. C. F. Rupp of Wellsville, O., officiating. Interment will be in the city cemetery. OLD TIME LAKE MEN WHO SAILED FROM HERE (April 11, 1914 written in pencil here) __ George W. Blake of this city, who will leave this week for Algona, Ia., to reside with his son, was an old-time sailor on the Great Lakes and at the age of 79 years his memory retains the names of many of the old captains and sailors from Conneaut who carried the commerce of the lakes in an early day. Mr. Blake, who is a highly respected citizen, is one of the half dozen survivors of the lake men of early days. Others he can think of are John and Burt Capron, Dick Smith, Orange Capron. Mr. Blake began his marine career in 1856 and followed it for 26 years. He sailed with Capt. William Mack, who brought the first cargo (1142 tons) of ore to Conneaut harbor in the C. J. Kershaw in 1892. In earlier days not a man lived on Harbor street from Main street to the harbor, a distance of one and one-half miles, who was not a lake man. Mr. Blake gives the News-Herald from memory the following list of captains and sailors who sailed from Conneaut, all of whom, so far as he knows, with the exception of those named above, are dead: Captains ___ Rierd, Wm. DeWolf Harrison Howard Life Hewitt Charles Howard Loom Cannon Andrew Lent Chas. Blodgett Wm. Lent Sam Blodgett Perry Howard Leverett Goldsmith John Hale Cal Appeby Lance Tubbs Joe Doty Cyrus Tubbs John House, Amboy Hoarce Snow (Perished on Osceola, 1846) Jas. F. Snow Robt. Webster, Amboy Marshall Capron Dan Webster, Amboy Orange Capron Al Dodge Geo. Harris ____ Button Dan Reed Chas. Linn Robert Goldsmith Willard Blake Loat Wood Richard Linn Daniel Ramsdell John Hall R. West Byron Petty Geo. DeWolf Lant Hewitt Frank Coughlan Chas. Black Chas. Goldsmith Sailors Watt Tubbs Loat Woodworth Henry Tubbs Ralston Harvey Art Howard Quinn Harvey Jas. Grant Jas. Cannon John Grant Irve Cannon W. W. Grant Eben Pitney Burt Capron Lep Roberts John Capron Zadock Lilly Arthur Harris Valorous Lilly Wm. House Joe Cannon Jerry Phillps Sud Smith Norse Loue Hack Sumner David Southwick Chas. Light Chas. Southwick Lynn Griswold Wm. Hale Frank Powell White Slocum Alex Leroux Levi Fredericks Sid Tubbs Irve Grant Jas. Tubbs N. P. Amy Wm. Hogle Wash Miller Jake Hogle Rob Amy Hosea Hogle Carn Guthrie Archie Lent John Joshlin Anse Olson Henry Joshlin Wm. Smith COMMUNICATIONS TO THE EDITOR (The News-Herald is not responsible for opinions expressed in this column. Nor should views expressed in communication be considered as reflecting The News- Herald's opinions. - Editor, News-Herald.) __ A Short Story of a Simple Family __ (By Israel Barsky) Wake up, mother, you can sleep by and by, Babe wants to eat, and you don't listen to his cry. The martyr is put to the long testing rest, But who will take care of Babe? Myra S. Dill was a good Christian woman. On Sunday September the 14th, she, as usual, put the clothes to be washed the next morning in the wash tub. Her husband, Silas, put in the necessary soaps and sodas and filled it with water. Thus it was ready for Myra to do the washing; but she never did it. Myra was happy all the day, and at evening, she put "Babe" to sleep and retired in as good spirits and contentful peace as ever. Monday morning at about 4 o'clock, "Babe" began to cry. Silas Dill calls to awaken Myra. Myra doesn't answer. He calls Will, their oldest son. When the latter came down from upstairs he turns to mother, saying: "Mother! Babe wants to eat, why don't you answer to his cry?" Myra keeps silent. Will always loved mother; mother took care of Babe, and Will tried to do the best he could to take care of mother. He touched her slightly on her shoulder. She was silent; then father and son sounded the alarm; a doctor was called; neighbors came together; Myra was found dead. One good Christian lady neighbor looking in Myra's face remarked; Sister Myra needed the rest, the Lord blessed her with it." Alfred Dill is a baby of 22 years and he needs the care of a loving mother now more than a new born child. He can help himself in no way; for 22 years the Dill house was his whole world, and mother Myra his loving angel. He does not know his mother, Alice Dill. She died at his birth, and on her deathbed she asked mother Myra Dill to take care of him. Myra promised, and she kept her promise with more devotion than her promise could afford. Through all these long years she washed, cleaned and fed him three times every day. On Wednesday ??????? the 17th was the funeral. As everybody sympathized with sister Myra's deeds the attendance was quite large. Near friends and relatives were sitting in the little house, while others were sitting at its front, and while Rev. Jones preached a sermon of resurrection, a few drops of rain came down from the skies as if to mourn the death of the martyr. A stormy wind brought big black clouds of smoke from the Bessemer trains as for the purpose to remind the mourners of hell, but I thought, if there are golden heavens in the Great Beyond, Sister Myra, as the poor suffering Lasarus of old, deserves the best place in them. When Sister Myra's body was put back to the dust and the sexton put the last shovel of dirt on her grave the heavens opened its gates and a heavy rain poured down on the ground, thus reminded us that we die so others may live and flowers may bloom; but as Silas Dill is now a man of 88, who, as yet has to make a living for himself by hard labor and William Dill also has to work I must repeat that good lady neighbor's remark, "Sister Myra needs the rest, the Lord blessed her with it;" and I ask: Lord, O Lord! Who will take care of Babe? P. S. When I finished this article I was told that Fred Dill, the youngest of the family, who is married moved in the Dill house, so they take care of Babe and make the living as comfortable as possible, and I ask again, is there another great sacrifice for Babe Dill's sake in prospect? COMMUNICATIONS TO THE EDITOR __ Mr. Dill Explains. Editor, News-Herald: Mr. Israel Barsky in last evening's paper wrote a short piece concerning the Dill's private business and it is evident that Mr. Barsky has been misin-formed. We are as yet undecided, but what-ever is decided on Mr. B. will be informed. Fred Dill's residence is on Harbor street. He is at present staying at Silas Dill's on the Furnace road. Fred H. Dill. RHULAND - McKNIGHT NUPTIALS __ Meadville was the scene of a local wedding last week when on March 9th, James McKnight of East Conneaut was united in marriage to Mrs. May Rhuland of Wing, Pa. The couple returned the following day to the home of the bride where they received friends for a short time. Mrs. McKnight has been a lifelong resident of Wing, where she has owned and managed a farm for some time. Mr. McKnight is a long and trusted employe of the Bessemer railroad and has long been a resident of the east side where he owns a very fine farm. The couple will make their future home in East Conneaut. Mr. and Mrs. McKnight have the best wishes of their many friends. OBITUARY Mary Ann Billett, youngest child of Caroline and George Billett, was born in Bere Regis, Dorsetshire, England, September 1st, 1842. Was married to Albert Phillips in October, 1865, spent the first years of their married life in Bornesmouth. After her mother's death Mr. and Mrs. Phillips came to America in 1869. Settled in Kelloggsville soon after and have lived in the home there ever since. Mr. Phillips departed this life February 12th, 1914, after which Mrs. Phillips declined rapidly. She passed away August 17th, 1914. She leaves two brothers, Richard of Conneaut, and William of Iowa, one sister, Mrs. Miria Moore of Denmark, and a host of nieces and nephews to mourn her loss. Two sisters, Mrs. Caroline Bromfield and Mrs. Elizabeth Rolls, and three brothers, George, John and James having passed on before. Mrs. Phillips was a member of the Congregational church of Kelloggsville and passed away in the full faith eager for the change. INFANT SERIOUSLY INJURED BY FALL __ Frank, the little two-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Felch, of Monroe Center, suffered quite a painful accident Saturday afternoon. The little fellow was playing in the barn, and had climbed to a scaffold about twenty feet from the floor. In some manner he fell, striking on his side. He was unconscious when found and was hurt internally, but no bones were broken. Dr. Walker was called and the youngster is said to be dong nicely. STROKE LAYS LOW PROMINENT LOCAL MAN __ H. S. Keidel In Critical Condition At His Home - Grave Fears Entertained. __ Bulletin. H. S. Keidel, aged 58, passed away shortly after two o'clock this afternoon following the stroke of apoplexy which he suffered this morning. __ H. S. Keidel, one of Conneaut's most highly esteemed citizens is in a verty critical condition at his home, 700 Maple avenue, as the result of an apoplectic stroke which he suffered early today. His death is hourly expected, much to the regret of the many friends of the afflicted man. A. Lincoln Krohn, superintendent health of late said about six o'clock this morning he arose and went downstairs and lighted the fire in the kitchen range. He came back upstairs to return to his room. His wife heard him fall, however, and rushed to his side finding him unconscious near the bath room door. Dr. B. M. Tower was sent for and on arriving found him in a very precarious condition. He has failed to regain consciousness since the time of the attack. Dr. Tower stated this afternoon that there seemed but little hope that Mr. Keidel would live through the day. Mr. Keidel has for many years been a resident of this city and has always been a prominent figure in local politics. He is employed as a tinner at the Nickel Plate car shops here. MUCH REGRET FELT AT DEATH OF H. S. KEIDEL __ Was Assistant Fire Chief For Several Years - Member of Methodist Church - Funeral Saturday. __ The death yesterday of H. S. Keidel came as a sudden shock to the hundreds of Conneaut people who had long esteemed it an honor to be numbered among his friends. For a quarter of a century he had made his home in this city and during that time had won to himself a legion of friends and had formed many endearing associations among the people of the community. Suffering a stroke of apoplexy early yesterday morning, at a time when he was apparently enjoying his usual health, he never regained consciousness and passed away shortly before three o'clock. Mr. Keidel was born at Geneva, O., fifty-eight years ago. Sometime after his marriage to Miss Emma Wright of that village he moved to Dunkirk, N. Y., where he entered the Nickel Plate shops. Twenty-five years ago he came to Conneaut and since that time had been employed in the Nickel Plate shops here. During his residence in this city he has been a prominent figure in the religious, fraternal and political life of the community. He was at one time chief of the old West End Niagra Hose company, and in 1908, under Mayor Parrish's administration, was appointed assistant chief of the city fire department. This office he held until the installation of the paid fire department. Mr. Keidel was a member of the Methodist church in which he has always been recognized as an ardent worker. He was a member of the orders of Maccabees and Foresters. He was for some time record keeper in the former fraternity. He is survived by his wife and one son, J. C. Keidel, who is attending Ohio Wesleyan university at Delaware, O.; one sister, Mrs. D. M. Roberts of Cleveland; and two brothers, George and Frank Keidel, of Cleveland. The funeral wll be held at the late home, 700 Maple avenue, Saturday afternoon at two o'clock, eastern time, Rev. F. I. Johnson, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating. Interment will be made in the Geneva cemetery. LONG STRUGGLE ENDS IN DEATH __ Rushed to America to Live After Birth, Little John Stone Loses in 8 Weeks' Battle With Meningitis. __ Master John Stone, the little two and one-half year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Don Stone, died at noon today at the home of the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. L. V. Stone, Main street. The death of the little fellow was occasioned by meningitis and followed a most heroic and brave fight for life. His last illness extended over a period of eight weeks, during all of which time he had been unconscious. The taking away of the bright little lad comes at the end of a futile strength to combat serious consequences confronted early in the life of the parents' only child. Mr. and Mrs. Stone were in Manila, Phillipine Islands, when the baby was born. The climate there did not agree with the little one and when he was six months of age Mrs. Stone was forced to leave her husband to pursue his work there for the government and to alone make the dangerous trip home that the little one might gain the strength denied him in the tropical climate. Here the child grew to robust health and was entirely recovered when Mr. Stone abandoned his governmental labors and returned here to live for he present. It was a keen pang of sorrow to the happy father and mother when the little lad took sick two months ago and did not respond to the medical treatment of physicians here and away. Day and night his sick bed was carefully watched and long hours the brave yet sad mother and the hopeful father watched beside this bed of sorrow. The end came at noon today. The funeral will be held Sunday at two o'clock from the Stone house, Rev. F. I. Johnson, pastor of the M. E. church officiating. Burial will be in the city cemetery. MR. L. A. ROBISON __ Arrested At Ashtabula For Not Having A. R. T. Vestibules Warmed as Law Requires. __ Ashtabula, O., Jan. 18. - L. A. Robison, general passenger agent of the Ashtabula Rapid Transit Co., was arrested here yesterday afternoon on affidavits charging that the motormen's vestibules of street cars were not being heated according to law. The law stipulates that vestibules must be at a temperature of 60 degrees or more during the winter months. An investigation by local patrolmen at the instiga-tion of D. F. Dunlavy, city prosecutor, shows that six cars were being operated with temperature in the vestibule below 19 degrees. MONROE FARMER LOST IN STORM __ G. W. Stark Was Blinded by Blizzard and Wandered Around Until His Feet Were Badly Frosted - Boots Frozen On. __ Lost in the storm, G. W. Stark, a farmer residing between Monroe and Bushnell, came near losing his life a night or two ago, according to word today from Monroe. The gentleman went to his barn to feed the stock and perform other usual duties. At the time he did not realize the intensity of the cold. Attempting to return to the house he became lost in the blinding storm, the wind blowing a gale at the time and the snow beating about nearly overcoming him. He wandered about for some time before finally getting his bearings and returned to the barn and was found with his feet in the silo. His feet were thoroughly chilled and, the rubber boots worn were frozen solidily. It was necessary for him to put his feet in the silo to get off the boots. The chilled members caused him considerable pain for the next day or so, but now no other unwonted result is expected. RUSSELL FAMILY REUNION __ Sixty descendants of Alfred and Sally Russell of Pierpont, gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Webster, Harbor street, Tuesday, and enjoyed the thirteenth annual reunion of the family. The day was one continuous round of pleasure, the principal feature beging a sumptuous dinner at noon. In the afternoon the president, Mrs. M. E. Sensabaugh, called a business meeting to order, and the minutes of the last reunion were read. Greetings were read from a number of members of the family who were unable to be present on account of illness. Mrs. Sensabaugh was re-elected president, and Mrs. Whigam of Cleveland was again chosen for secre-tary. One death, two marriages and two births were reported to have taken place during the past year. After the business meeting a fine program was given, consisting of recitations by the little folks and speeches by the older ones. The next reunion will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Loucks at Beaver Center, June 10th, 1911. OBITUARY Leander H. Means. Leander H. Means was born in Mercer, Pa., Jan. 11, 1848. After an illness of less than two weeks, he passed to the higher life Dec. 26th, 1913. He was the eldest son of John and Ellen Means. At the age of eleven years he moved with his parents to Rock Creek. In early manhood he read law with the late Stephen A. Northway in Jefferson, graduating in about 1875. Dec. 30th, 1879, he was married at Jefferson to Miss Addie Hawes. One child, who died in infancy, was the fruit of this union. His wife lived about seventeen months. In 1884, February the 11th, he was united in marriage to Miss Lola J. Peters of Bushnell, daughter of the late Angeline Felch. Three daughters and three sons were the fruit of this union. They are Mrs. Winnifred Wheeler of Conneaut, Mrs. Anna Weaver, Miss Louise, Louis L. and Laurel H. of Bushnell, Dudley F. the youngest, dying in infancy. Mr. Means was engaged for two years as a govern-ment special pension examiner. He was also for a number of years one of the county examiners for teachers. Later he practiced law in Ashtabula for a period of sixteen years, and has been a resident of Bushnell for the past thirteen years. At one time he was a member of the Masonic and I. O. O. F. lodges of Ashtabula, also of the royal Arcanum and Knights of Pythias. He was a member and past officer of Monroe Grange and held the office of justice of the peace of Monroe township at the time of his death. He was a most kind, affectionate husband, father and friend. Left to mourn his death are his widow, his children and their families, two brothers, Henry and Pierce of Geneva, O., two sisters, Mrs. Emma Harrington of New Castle, Pa., Mrs. Ella Fowler of Youngstown, O., other relatives and a host of friends and acquaintances. HIGH PRODUCE PRICES RULE IN THE CITY __ Eggs at 40 Cents, Butter Firm at 37 Cents and Potatoes at $1.20 per Bushel. __ Eggs - 40 cents per. Fresh eggs are worth 38 and 40 cents on the Conneaut market today. Dealers are paying 32 and 35 cents a dozen. A year ago strictly fresh were worth 36 cents. In Cleveland the approx-imate price of extras is 40 to 50 cents. With the price here from two to four cents higher than a year ago, indications are that the grocers' signs will read shortly - "Strictly fresh eggs, five cents each." Butter remains firm at 37 cents. Potatoes are $1.20 per bushel. Grapes are 15 and 30 cents a basket. Other quotations are as a week ago. OLDEST BUILDING IN THIS COUNTY __ One of the Oldest in Western Reserve Just Bought in Harpersfield - Built in 1802. __ One of the oldest houses in the Western Reserve has just changed owners and will be torn down and replaced by a modern residence. The property in question is located in Harpersfield township, on the west side of the road, just south of the twin bridges. It has been owned for some years by Mary J. Brakeman and was sold this week to a Mr. Spear of Cherry Valley, Pa. The new owner of the place, which comprises some sixteen acres, expects to convert it into a fruit farm, and will remove the old house, put up a bungalow, and make other improvements. According to old residents and the best history obtainable, the house on this place was built in 1802, being at the present time 111 years old. The story goes that the house on the hill was originally constructed as a fort in order that the early settlers might have some place where they would be safe from the attacks of the prowling bands of Indians. Some years later, so the story goes, the house was transformed into a hotel, the old post road running past the place, and it was known far and near as the "Bull Tavern," to distinguish it from the "Eagle Tavern" which was located a couple of miles to the east. The house was of logs, and the new owner, pulling off the weather boarding, uncovered these timbers from the primeval forest, practically as sound today as they were when they were cut and placed in position. -- Free Press Times. CONNEAUT LADY HAS BAD FALL, FRACTURES HIP __ Mrs. Charles Richardson, 566 State street, is lying in serious condition at the home of her sister, Mrs. Thomas Richardson, in Greenville, following a painful accident which she suffered on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Richardson were going to Greenville for a short visit, and while on the way to the Bessemer station Mrs. Richardson slipped on the icy sidewalk and fell heavily to the ground. Mr. Richardson, who had gone on ahead, waited for his wife, and finding she did not come set out in search of her. He found Mrs. Richardson lying just where she had fallen, but though she suffered quite intense pain, it was not thought the injury was of a serious nature. Mr. and Mrs. Richardson proceeded to Greenville, but during the journey the pain became so intense that word was sent on ahead, and Dr. Robert Brown met the train on its arival at Green-ville, when an investigation proved that Mrs. Richardson had broken one of her hips. She was conveyed to the home of her sister, where she now is. Mrs. Richardson underwent a serious surgical operation last July, from the effects of which she has never fully recovered. She is however, although suffering a great deal of pain, progressing fairly well. MRS. KELLEY'S FUNERAL __ The funeral of Mrs. Dille Kelley, who died yesterday at the General hospital will be held tomorrow at 3 eastern time from the Monroe Methodist church. Interment will be at Pierpont. TWINS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAY __ John and Hosea Campbell Are 82 Years Old - Day Eventful One. __ Kingsville, Nov. 1. - The birthday of John and Hosea Campbell, twins, was celebrated last Satur-day at the home of John Campbell, Jr. The twins were 82 years old Oct. 29 and they are hale and spry. Their sister, Mrs. Debbie Nash, was with them. She was 88 years old April 22, 1912. There were 64 present. A bountiful chicken dinner was enjoyed after which music and speaking by the younger members of the family made up the program. Mrs. Hosea Campbell, who is 78, made an interesting speech. Relatives were present from Conneuat, Ashtabula and other points. One pleasing feature of the celebration was the marriage of a granddaughter, Miss Lodemia Johnson to Thomas Miller. The wedding anniversary of Mrs. Theron Johnson was also celebrated. There are fourteen children, 40 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. BLIZZARD OF SHORT DURATION, CARS TIED UP. (Feb. 26 & 27, 1916 written in pencil here.) __ Conneaut Has a Day of Snow and High Winds Without Much Damage. __ P. & O. Cars Off the Track Much Of The Time Sunday While Crews Fight The Storm and Shovel Snow --Traffic impeded Today. __ The blizzard of Saturday was responsible for much inconvenience on the P. & O., cars being stalled by drifts which were in some cases five to seven feet high. One car ran into a drift the other side of Kingsville Saturday night and left the track being stalled from five-thirty in the evening until eleven o'clock Sunday morning. Cars were continually stalling in huge drifts yesterday, and passenger taffic was entirely disorgainized. Today the trouble had not been entirely eradicated, and cars arriving and departing were much off schedules. C. & E. cars were also hampered yesterday, the first car getting in long after noon and subsequent cars coming at infrequent intervals. The local line was blocked practically throughout the day. The blizzard did not strike Conneaut with as great force as in other sections. South of here the country was storm-swept throughout Saturday, the wind attaining high velocity during the afternoon. Here the storm attained its height at nine or ten in the evening. Trains arriving from the east this morning showed that the blizzard has still got that part of the country in its grip. New York Central trains gong west were between one and three hours late, and passengers sufffered much discomfort, several long distance travellers missing their connections. NOEL WASHBURN HIT AND KILLED BY TRAIN __ Lad Employed as Deliveryman Fatally Injured at Buffalo Street Crossing of the Nickel Plate Railroad This Morning - Skull Crushed. __ Noel Washburn, aged 17, was struck by Nickel Plate train No. 3, at the Buffalo street crossing at 9:20 today and died at Grace hospital about an hour later. Washburn was a delivery boy for the Alward meat market. He was driving a two-wheeled, one-horse delivery cart, with a footboard on the rear upon which the driver stood. He approached the crossing from the north, and drove upon the Nickel Plate track directly in front of train No. 3, westbound, which was within a block of the station. The horse cleared the track, but the engine struck the cart squarely, reducing it to a wreck and tearing it loose from the horse, which ran away as soon as it was free. Young Washburn was thrown through the air, and fell near the track unconscious. The Mitchell hardware truck was nearby and the injured boy was placed in it and was hurried to Grace hospital, where it was found that his skull was badly fractured at the base of the brain. Dr. F. W. Upson, assisted by Drs. Eades, Leet and Warner, performed, the operaton of trephining the skull, but the injury was so bad that nothing could save the lad's life. Noel Washburn was the only child of Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Washburn of East Conneaut, and he was an industrious and trustworthy boy who had many friends. It is hardly possible that he saw the train at all, as it would have been easy for him to step off the footboard at the rear of the cart and save himself if he had had only a few seconds of warning. He never regained consciousness after the accident, but there were eye-witnesses who say that the lad drove upon the track as if unconscious of the approach of danger. FRED GOLDSMITH, AGED 37, VICTIM OF BLOOD POISON __ Former Employe of Dock Company But Recently Engaged in Farming Passes On. __ Fred Goldsmith, age 37, died this morning at Grace hospital. Death was due to blood poisoning resulting from erysipelas. Mr. Goldsmith for fourteen years was a trusted employe of the Pittsburg & Conneaut Dock Co. Last year he bought a farm at Farnham, making his home there since that time. Eleven years ago he was married to Miss Mattie Burt. The wife and three children, Howard, 9 years; Mable, 7 years, and Opal, 5 years, survive the husband and father. There are also the following brothers; H. L. Goldsmith and W. S. Goldsmith of this city; C. W. Goldsmith of Richmond, Va., and one sister, Mrs. J. W. Bolles, also of Richmond, Va. Funeral arrangements have not as yet been made. LITTLE POLLY LEET IS MUCH BETTER __ Little Polly Leet has regained consciousness, and is apparently on the road to recovery. The child sleeps a great deal of the time, but when awake seems to be quite herself again. Attending physicians thank that it will be some time before the little girl can be out with her playmates however. She is very weak. The parents, Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Leet, have hopes now that the great danger point is being passed. CROSSING VICTIMS ARE MUCH IMPROVED __ The grade crossing victims, Mrs. Bert Palmer and T. K. Titus, are reported at the Grace hospital this afternoon to be very much improved. It is believed tha both patients have excellent chances to recover. 98 MOTORISTS IN 30 CARS ARRIVE IN THE CITY TODAY __ Thirty automobiles, loaded down with ninety-eight Chicagoans, arrived in Conneaut this afternoon. The party is made up of members of the Chicago Auto club, and is on a two weeks' pleasure tour of the lakes. The itinerary will take them on a complete circuit of Lake Erie. The trip started Monday, and Lafayette and Indianapolis, Dayton and Columbus have been visited. The party left Columbus yesterday morning, and was met at Elyria by an escort of members of the Cleveland Automobile club. A dinner was given to the visitors at the Cleveland Automobile Country club last night after which the party went to Cleve-land and made headquarters at the Hollenden Hotel. The tourists left Cleveland this morning, stopping at Geneva-on-the-Lake for luncheon, and arriving here this afternoon, proceeding to Erie. Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Toronto, London, Hamilton, Detroit and Kalamazoo will be visited by the tourists. W. E. Stalnaker, president of the Chicago Motor club, is in charge of the party, the members of which are all driving Premier motor cars. The tourists are all people of subsance, and it is said that the party represents about $10,000,000 in private fortunes. Two young ladies are driving cars on the trip. MRS. MARY EATON FELL DEAD IN LEADER STORE __ Well Known Kelloggsville Lady Was Doing Christmas Shopping in This City and Was Stricken With Apoplexy - Death Ensued Immediately. __ Mrs. Mary Eaton of Kelloggsville dropped dead at 11:15 o'clock this morning while she was doing Christmas shopping in the Leader store, on Main street, in this city. Apoplexy was the cause of the lady's death. Mrs. Eaton and her daughter, Mrs. Charles Dennis, came to Conneaut this morning on a shopping trip. Mrs. Eaton appeared to be in excellent health and spirits when she entered the Leader store shortly before eleven o'clock. Mrs. Eaton was looking at neckwear and stood in front of a long mirror trying the effect of an article. The lady clerk noticed Mrs. Eaton suddenly sway and she offered to get a chair for the lady, but before a chair could be obtained, Mrs. Eaton crumpled down upon the floor unconscious. Mr. Galinsky, one of the firm, got a blanket and placed the stricken woman upon it, and as he held her head and shoulders from the floor, an attempt was made to restore her, but without avail. Meantime, Drs. W. H. Leet and B. C. Eades had been summoned, but by the time they arrived Mrs. Eaton was dead, not having regained consciousness and having breathed only a few times after being stricken. The body of Mrs. Eaton was taken to Marcy's morgue in an ambulance and this evening it will be conveyed to the home in Kelloggsville. The funeral will be held in the M. E. church at Kelloggsville Sunday at 2 p. m., Rev. Mr. Stage officiating. Interment in Kelloggsville cemetery. Mrs. Eaton was 70 years of age. She was the relict of the late Daniel Eaton and she and her unmarried son, Myron, lived together. She was born and lived throughout her life in the immediate vicinity of Kelloggsvile and Farnham. She is survived by one son, Myron, and two daughters, Mrs. Charles Dennis and Mrs. Bert Wiley, all of Kelloggsville; a brother William Frock of Farnham; two sisters, Mrs. William Woodbury of Farnham and Mrs. Rudolph Wier, wo lives in the west. CONNEAUTVILLE ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Mrs. Emma C. Shipman, daughter of David and Catherine Allen was born in Pierpont Jan. 30, 1842, died May 29, 1914. She was married in 1859 to James Fails of Beaver. A son and daughter were born by this union, the daughter, Mrs. Mamie Martin and her two children, Emma and Floyd Martin still survive her. The little son joined the angels in infancy. Mr. Fails died in April 1869. On April 28, 1872, she was united in marriage to F. D. Shipman. One daughter, Mrs. Mellicent B. Wright of Monroe came to brighten their home. She now resides at Monroe, O. The last sad rites were held at her home Sunday afternoon, Rev. R. E. Benjamin of Pierpont officiating. His well chosen text was from Second Corinthians, 13:14. Three beautiful pieces were sung by Gardiner Belnap of Beaver Center, Pa., and Rev. Benjamin of Pierpont, O., and Misses Maud Smith and Sara Hague with Georgie Bell as organist, the ladies were from Beaver Center also. The pieces were "We are Pasing Down the Valley One by One," "Face to Face" and "Some Sweet Day." They were sung very beautifully and very appropriate for the occasion. A large concourse of people attended the funeral, the casket was covered with beautiful flowers which expressed more than words could possibly. She was a fond and loving mother, a kind neighbor, ever ready to help her friends in sickness and sorrow and was especially kind and loving to children who were bereft of a mother's love and all through her prolonged illness was never heard to complain. She was laid to rest in the pretty cemetery at Pierpont, O. What is home without a mother? What are all the joys we meet When her loving smile no longer Greets the coming of our feet? Oh, the sad and bitter memories Surging through our minds tonight Make us wonder, in our anguish, If our hearts were ever light. Some day we shall go to meet her When earth's sorrows are no more, Mid celestial throngs to greet her - She has only gone before. "Tis thy will, Oh, Father, help us Bear our cross to the setting sun; Help us, Lord, to say 'Oh Father' Not my will, but thine be done." Relatives from a distance were Mrs. Elvira Rathbun, Mr. and Mrs. David Shipman and daughter from Gustavus, O., Mr. and Mrs. Harley Gray and children from Dorset, O., Mr. and Mrs. Francis Howard and son Carroll, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Warwick, Ashtabula, O., Joe Fails, Plymouth, Mr. and Mrs. Delos Miller, Mrs. Alice Nottingham, Conneaut, F. D. and S. E. and Elsie Shipman, Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Shipman, Rev. Inez and sister Effie from N. Girard, Pa. The family wish to thank all those who so kindly assisted them in their sad bereavement, for the many beautiful floral offerings and for the many kindness-es shown them during her illness. FAIRVIEW ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Mrs. Emma Shipman, aged 72, died at her home on the State Line at Beaver, Pa., her death ocurring May 29, 1914. Mrs. Shipman's maiden name was Allen. She was born in Pierpont, Ashtabula county, Ohio, Jan. 30, 1842, and was a daughter of the late David and Catherine Curtice Allen. In 1859, she was married to James Fails, who died in 1869. Two children were born of this marriage. Mrs. F. S. Martin and a son Burty, who died in infancy. In 1872, Mrs. Fails was united to F. D. Shipman, who died in 1909. One daugher, Mrs. Clyde Wright, who lives in Monroe, O., two grandchildren, Emma and Floyd Martin remain. Of her father's twelve children, seven are left, three brothers and four sisters. Three sisters and one brother were in attendance at the funeral, which was held at the late residence in the State Line, Sunday afternoon, May 31. The large concourse of relatives and friends assembled showed the esteem in which Mrs. Shipman was held. Rev. R. E. Benjamin of Pierpont assisted by Rev. Miss Shipman officiated. Interment in the Pierpont cemetery. Mrs. Shipman will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. William Knapp, who has been quite sick, is able to be out again. Most of the farmers here have their oats and corn planted. Owen Barton of Conneaut is visiting his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Barton. Mrs. Northund of Summit, mother of Mrs. Ada Bortles of this place died quiate suddenly, Monday, June 1st. The family of N. A. Bates of Penn Line are badly afflicted. Mr. Bates is suffering from dropsy. Mrs. Bates has rheumatic troubles and A. H. Bates, father of N. A. Bates, is suffering from cancer of the face. L. E. Partch is having quite a siege of inflammatory rheumatism. GRANDMA DORCAS JONES DIES AT AGE OF 105 YEARS __ "Grand Old Lady" of Conneaut Expired Last Night Without Warning - A Remarkable Woman Who Retained Her Faculties to the Last. __ "Grandma" Dorcas Jones, the 'grand old lady' of Conneaut, and one of the oldest women in the United States passed on at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon. The end came suddenly, without premonitory indications. The flame of life died out without a flicker to signalize its extinction. Mrs. Jones' niece, Mrs. W. W. Grant had sent her supper to her room and the family then partook of their evening meal. After supper one of the family went upstairs after the dishes. Mrs. Jones was seated on the edge of the bed just finishing her repast, and suddenly expired. The old lady had been in her usual health up to the time of her death, and was able to be up and around the room daily. She continued to dress and undress herself and comb her beautiful hair, of which she was very proud, and notwithstanding her great age her mental faculties were not noticieably impaired. "Grandma" Jones, as she was generally called, was born in Marcellus, N. Y. April 21, 1808. Her maiden name was Welsh. She was wedded to Harry Jones, a soldier of the War of 1812 in the year 1827, and the couple moved to Westfield, N. Y., where they continued to live until Mr. Jones' death thirty-five years ago. Mrs. Jones came to Conneaut thirty-three years ago to reside with her son, Paul Jones, the only survivor of a family of two sons and one daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Jones. Dorcas Jones came of a family of which longevity was characteristic. She had five brothers who lived to be ninety years of age, and her mother was 96 years old when she died. Mrs. Jones was one of the very few women in the United States who drew a widow's pension of the war of 1812. She is survived by a son, Paul Jones of Buffalo street extension, a niece, Mrs. W. W. Grant, a grandniece, Mrs. John Ford, and two nephews, Harry Jones and Frank Jones all of this city. Dorcas Jones was a remarkable instance of extreme longevity unaccompanied by the usual infirmites of old age. About thirty years ago she discarded glasses, having received the gift of "second sight" or restoration of her visual strength. Except for an impairment of her hearing and the necessity of using a cane in walking, she seemed to retain all her senses and faculties. Until within a couple of years, Mrs. Jones did most of her own sewing and her work was extremely neat. Up to the very last day of her life she was fastidious in her personal appearance and with her handsome hair, highbred face, slender form and bright mind she presented a picture resembling a grand-dame of the olden time. Her one-hundredth birthday and each birthday since that have been celebrated by her with interest. Until the present year, on which her birthday found her recovering from a severe illness she held annual receptions to which scores of friends and acquaint-ances were welcome. Seated in a comfortable rocker, Mrs. Jones, attired in a neat black-silk gown with white lace at the throat, would converse with her friends with animation and keen intelligence. She took a lively interest in current events, and discussed them with shrewd judgment. Her memory was phenomenal, and contrary to the rule with the very aged, she seemed to be able to remember faces, names and events of recent years almost, if not indeed quite as clearly as events of her youth. Mrs. Jones had no rule of life to which she attributed her longevity. She lived the natural life of a woman of the period who was mistress of a home and mother of a family, and grew old gracefully. In her later years he was singularly spiritual in her appearance, her trim but attenuated figure and almost transparent skin seeming to be a delicate casket for an animating spirit, which appeared to shine through the physical envelope. Almost to the last, she kept her room in order and herself attended to such wants as she had, although for the past two years she had ceased to go up and down stairs alone. She was tenderly cared for by her son and daughter-in-law and niece, who regarded her in the light of a rare jewel on account of her personality, her great age and remarkable preservation apart from the natural affection. Dorcas Jones was almost a public character in the attention paid her by the community. She was a guest of honor on Memorial days, Old home Days and other public affairs up to within the past two years and she enjoyed and appreciated these honors thoroughly. She was especially interested in all matters pertaining to the G. A. R. and other organizations of veterans. The death of Dorcas Jones hardly seems credible to the people of Conneaut, who somehow seemed to believe that she had found the fountain of eternal youth and had passed beyond the dominion of Death. Her recovery from pneumonia three years ago and the fact that each year found her apparently no nearer disolution, strengthened this feeling. Funeral services in memory of the decesed will be held at the home of Paul Jones, Buffalo street, Sunday at 2 p. m., and will be private. Interment in the East Conneaut cemetery. Rev. F. I. Johnson wll officiate. ODD AFFAIR IN PROBATE COURT __ Mrs. Grace M. Brooks, 24, Ashtabula, and Mathew Bowden, 21, of Ashtabula, obtained a marriage license Saturday forenoon and departed immediately for Ashtabula where they were married in the afternoon by a minister there. Just as the couple were leaving the probate office they met Delmar C. Brooks, 29, and Miss Vera Rachel Baughman, 24, both of Saybrook, who were entering the office on the same errand. After Brooks had paid hs fee he asked the Judge if the other couple had obtained a license. Judge Babcock replied in the affirmative and enquired why Brooks was interested. The prospective groom replied: "She was my first wife, but she hasn't beaten me yet for we are going to be married here." Justice of the Peace C. A. Hitchcock performed the ceremony a few minutes later at the Probate office. The decree in the Brooks divorce case was entered May 21, 1913. - Jefferson Gazette. MRS. J. W. OLDS DIED EARLY TODAY __ Lady Who Had Lived Her Entire Life Here Passed Away After Three Months' Illness. __ One of the most esteemed and respected ladies of the vicinity has just passed away in the person of Mrs. Dora E. Olds, who died ysterday morning at a few minutes after five o'clock at the family home on the Middle road, East Conneaut. Mrs. Olds had been sick for more than three months, first with typhoid fever and then with subsequent complications aggravating a liver trouble of long standing. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Durkee, life-long residents of this community, and was born on September 27th, 1856. She was united in marriage on April 21st, 1879, to J. Wilson Olds, who survives her. She leaves to mourn her loss three children, Mrs. G. R. Logue, and Dr. Ben H. Olds, of Columbus, and Mrs. Ray C. Hogle of this city. Mrs. Olds' sterling qualities have endeared her to all who had the privilege of knowing her, and she leaves a host of friends to lament her passing. The funeral will be held from the family home on Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock, Eastern time, Rev. A. E. Kemp, pastor of the Christian church, officiating. MAKE MERRY __ "Just fun" expresses the kind of a time that the pupils of Miss Jones' room had Wednesday evening when they took advantage of the sleighing. "Piling" into the sleigh at about 7:30 they made their way to Loomis' of the Center road where they proceeded to have a good time. Games of various kinds were enjoyed and one of the members even attempted some solo trapeze work on a wire which was not intended for that purpose. The results of this caused the acrobat so much discomfort that he remained comparatively quiet for the rest of the evening. After a lunch of good things they quietly (?) returned home in time to secure rest that they might be able to go through the mental process required of them on the morrow. COLONIAL CLUB AFFAIRS ARE POSTPONED __ The "stag" supper scheduled for this evening at the Colonial club has been postponed until next Friday evening, February 25th. And the regular bi-weekly party which was to be arranged for next Tuesday evening has been given up. The club annual, which it was thought would be held on the evening of February 22nd will be held later. MISS NINA GIBSON AND O. R. McCRAY WEDDED __ The Young Couple Surprised Their Friends by Being Married in Jefferson Yesterday. __ Another Conneaut romance was culminated in marriage yesterday when Miss Nina L. Gibson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Gibson of the Furnace road, and Ode R. McCray slipped away to Jefferson and were wedded by Rev. Goodrich of the Congregational church. The wedding was a great surprise to all of the young couple's friends, as they had planned for the nuptials to be solemnized next Wednesday at the bride's home. Miss Gibson was in town yesterday morning and just by chance she met her fiance on the street. Mr. McCray suggested that they go over to Jefferson and surprise their friends by being married, and as the suggestion found favor with Miss Gibson, they took the first car to the Hub. The bride and groom are at present at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gibson, but they will live in the city. Both young people are well known in Conneaut and have scores of friends who will be eager to extend their congratulations. The bride unil a few weeks ago was employedin the office of the Conneaut Creamery. WILLIAM L. HOGLE DIED THIS MORNING __ Widely Known Citizen and Trustee of Conneaut Township Succumbs to Pneumonia. __ William L. Hogle was born at Clark Corners, O., January 27th, 1871, and died October 23rd, 1913. Mr. Hogle was stricken with malarial fever on August 13th, which eventually terminated in pneumonia and caused his death. W. L. Hogle was a son of William and Catherine Lyntz Hogle. Mr. Hogle leaves to mourn his death three daughters and one son, besides his devoted wife, formerly Miss Eva B. Hardy, to whom he was married September 22nd, 1892. The daughters are Helen Frances, Eva Katherine and Julia Estella, and the son William Walter. Mr. Hogle leaves two brothers and two sisters - Jerome H. Hogle and George S. Hogle of Clark Corners, O., Mrs. E. Kimball and Mrs. John S. Barr of this city. Mr. Hogle moved to this city from Monroe township ten years ago and for the past seven years has conducted a livery stable at the corner of Broad and State streets. Mr. Hogle was one of the town-ship trustees and was a member who took much interest in the welfare of the township and city. Mr. Hogle has a wide acquaintance and a large number of friends will mourn his untimely end. The funeral services will be held at the M. E. church on Saturday, October 25th, at 2 p. m. standard time. Rev. F. I. Johnson will conduct the services, assisted by Rev. C. W. Smith of Salem, O., a former pastor. Interment in East conneaut cemetery. The Odd Fellows, of which order Mr. Hogle was a member, will conduct a ritual service at the grave, and the bearers will be selectd from the Odd Fellows, the Eagles, and the Owls. EDGAR PARTCH, AGED 76, DIED SATURDAY MORNING __ Edgar Parch, aged 76, died at his home in Conneaut township, Crawford county, Pa., Saturday morning, December 13, 1913, after a long and painful illness. He leaves an aged widow, two sons, six grandchildren and a host of friends and relatives. Mr. Partch has been a resident of Conneaut township since 1841. AN AGED COUPLE WED __ Job Brazee, who is an aged and respected citizen of Pierpont, and Susan A. Hoeg of Harpersfield, were granted a marriage license at Jefferson yesterday. Later they were united in marriage by a Jefferson justice of the peace. The bridegroom is seventy-five years of age and his bride is ten years his junior. DAUGHTER SURVIVES __ Heroic Measures Taken in Endeavor To Save Child's Life. __ A skin grafting operation was on Saturday performed on little Wilma Clark, who is lying at Grace hospital suffering from the burns she sustained several days ago through her clothing catching on fire from a gas stove at the home on Sandusky street. Doctors Dewey and Wright performed the operation. Mrs. Clark with the greatest fortitude allowed a large amount of skin to be taken from her own body and transferred to that of her suffering child. It was stated today that the operation was thought to be quite successful, and that both mother and daughter would ultimately recover from the shock. Mrs. Clark, however, suffered intensely, and at one time grave fears were entertained. During the operation her heart failed alarmingly, and though she rallied her condition is still quite serious. On Saturday afternoon, on the occasion of the ninth birthday of the little patient, her friends showered her with a bevy of most beautiful gifts, which, despite the child's sufferings she was able to enjoy and appreciate. Flowers, jewelry, dolls and other toys, fruit, china and dainty boudoir articles were about the sick bed in profusion and brought much happiness to the little patient, whose sad case has created universal sympathy. MRS. J. E. MARSHALL LAID TO REST __ Mrs. J. E. Marshall, nee, Miss Mary L. Clark, daughter of Robert and Louise Clark, was born December 29, 1849, and passed away March 10, 1916, at the home in Farnham after several years' illness, the past two months being confined to her bed. She was married July 4, 1867, to J. E. Marshall, who with two children, Mrs. E. E. Harmony of Bellevue and Leon E. Marshall, who lived at the home, survive her. She also leaves to mourn her death, two sisters and a brother, Mrs. Izora Ransom, of Cleveland, and Mrs. Agnes Eastlake and I. B. Clark of Ashtabula. The funeral was held from the home of F. H. Wright, Farnham, Monday morning at eleven o'clock. Rev. A. E. Kemp of the Christian church officiating. Interment was made in the Amboy cemetery. FRANK L. WASHBURN DIED LAST EVENING __ East Side Resident Had Been Ill For a Long Time From Dropsy. __ Frank L. Washburn, Bell street, East Conneaut, passed away Wednesday evening at 5:30 at the age of 61, after a lingering illness from dropsy. Mr. Washburn formerly lived at Clark Corners, but moved to East Conneaut about one year ago. He was a carpenter by trade. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife and two children - Mrs. L. R. Benton, of Clark Corners, and George Washburn, of Albion. The funeral services will be held from the late home at 1 p. m. Saturday and interment will be in the family lot in East Conneaut cemetery. Rev. G. M. Barnes will officiate. BARNYARD CZARS FEAR COMING OF EXECUTION DAY __ "Rooster Day" will be observed in Pennsylvania on June first, June sixth is the day in Ohio, as has been previously announced, and similar observance is to be made in a number of states throughout the land. Execution of most of the Chanticleers has been officially declared and appeals to high courts and pardon boards are of no avail. The idea is to kill, sell or pen up all the barnyard czars. Quality of eggs will be much improved by such action, is the statement of egg experts and poultrymen. Farmers and poultrymen are falling in with the idea of execution of the star boarders of the hennery flock and poultrymen say eggs will be more plentiful and of better quality in consequence. NEWLYWEDS ARE HERE Mr. and Mrs. Newton Kimsey, who were married Saturday at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. F. A. Goodell, Lakewood, Cleveland, are spending a few days in the city. They are guests of the groom's mother, Mrs. Zella Brydle. BELOVED PIERPONT LADY DIED SUDDENLY FRIDAY __ People of Pierpont were saddened Friday by the death of Mrs. Loren Dart, one of the most prominent women of that locality. Mrs. Dart was suddenly stricken with heart failure and died before a physician could reach her. She is survived by her husband and three children, Miss Naomi, Orbie and Jesse. Mrs. Dart was 59 years of age. The funeral was held this afternoon at one o'clock and the deceased was laid to rest in the pretty cemetery at Pierpont. The Darts have lived in Pierpont for several yars, coming there from Richmond. Mrs Dart was a prominent worker in the W. C. T. U. MR. AND MRS. SILVERTHORN SIXTY YEARS WEDDED __ Remarkable Couple Residing at Farnham Celebrated Sixtieth Anniversary of Wedding Monday. __ Sixty years is a long period for a couple to walk the pathway of life together in wedded companion-ship, and such instances are rare enough to merit special notice. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Silverthorn of Farnham have enjoyed that happiness and distinction, and yesterday the sixtieth anniversary of their wedding day found them in the full enjoyment of bright mental faculties, the senses of hearing and sight unimpaired, and suffering only such physical infirmities as a well spent life brings in old age. On account of Mr. Silverthorn's recent indispos-ition, no elaborate celebration of the anniversary was attempted, but the day was quietly observed by the children and grandchildren, although a few friends who were aware of the significance of the day called to pay their respects. Mr. and Mrs. Silverthorn are a remarkable couple in that they retain their faculties so fully. Their minds are apparently as bright as in the prime of life and their spirits are still youthful. Mr. Sivlerthorn was 85 years old on December 8, and Mrs. Silverthorn will be 82 years old on February 14th next. George W. Silverthorn of Albion, Pa., and Miss Jane E. Harris of West Springfield, Pa., were united in marriage at Girard, Pa., December 19, 1853. For twenty-five years they lived in Albion but they have been residents of Farnham for the past thirty-five years and have won an abiding place in the hearts of that community. For the past few years, since Mr. Silverthorn retired as a farmer, the couple have lived with a daughter, Mrs. Emma J. Spaulding at Farnham. Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Silverthorn. A son, Henry, died May 18, 1887, but two daughters, Mrs. Spaulding and Mrs. M. C Durkee, both of Farnham survive. ESTEEMED COUPLE CELEBRATE 62ND WEDDING ANNIVERSARY __ Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Silverthorn Pass Notable Milestone in Presence of Relatives and Friends. __ The sixty-second wedding anniversary of a venerable and much esteemed couple was held on Wednesday, December 29th. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Silverthorn, of Farnham, celebrating the occasion at their country home three miles south of this city, in the midst of a large number of relatives and friends. The groom was born in 1828 and his bride in 1832, the couple being married in Girard, Pa. For the last thirty-five years they have lived in the county, previous to which they resided in Albion. On the occasion of their sixty-second wedding anniversary, a sumptuous dinner was served to Mr. and Mrs. Silverthorn and twenty-two guests. Owing to the heavy snowfall of the morning of the anniversary, however, fifteen other invited guests were prevented from being present. The old and revered couple were showered with congratulations and more tangible tokens of love and esteem, and a most enjoyable day was spent. Both Mr. and Mrs. Silverthorn enjoy remarkable health, considering their advanced years, and are in the full possession of all their faculties. They have two children living, Mrs. Marion Spaulding, with whom they live at the homestead, and Mrs. M. C. Durkee of this city. A son, Henry, has been dead about twenty-nine years. Mr. and Mrs. Silverthorn have long been held in the highest esteem by the people of the entire community, all of whom join at this time in extend-ing the happiest felicitations and best wishes for continued health, heartiness and happiness. ** ** ** ** ** ** ** ** Albert Franklin attended the funeral of Mrs. Loren Dart at Pierpont Monday of last week. Quarterly meeting at the M. E. church at Reed's Corners June 13 and 14. Albert Franklin attended the Russell reunion at Beaver Center Wednesday of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Tanner of North Conneaut have been visiting relatives at this place. M. J. Tanner is building an addition to his house. The Home Guards had a banquet at L. E. Partch's Thursday evening, June 11th. The next banquet will be at Charles Seager's July 2nd. The Ladies Aid met with Mrs. Bert Knapp Thursday, June 18th. Malcolm Wheeler of Steamburg is sick. Mrs. Henry Belknap is confined to her home by illness. Eva M. Fails was born in Beaver, Crawford county, Pa., July 22, 1860, and died at Pierpont, O., June 6, 1914. Jan. 1, 1883, she was married to Loren Dart of Richmond. Mrs. Dart leaves a husband, two daughters, one son, two brothers, two sisters, three half brothers, one half sister and numerous relatives and friends to mourn her sudden death. Her funeral was held at her late residence at Pierpont, O., Monday afternoon, June 8th, Rev. F. B. Squires officiating. Interment in the Pierpont cemetery. Rev. James Kyle was buried in the Pierpont cemetery Sunday afternoon, June 7th. Jacob Betsch and Miss Pruella Sprague of Monroe were married. KIMSEY - GOODELL NUPTIALS CELEBRATED SATURDAY __ Miss Edna Goodell and Newton Kimsey Wedded at Quiet Ceremony In Lakewood, Cleveland. __ The wedding of Miss Edna Goodell and Newton Kimsey was solemnized at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. F. A. Goodell, 1233 Hurd avenue, Lakewood, Cleveland, Saturday. The hour was four o'clock. The bride formerly lived here with her parents at Amboy and has many friends here and nearby won by her gracious manner and pleasing ways. Owing to the death within the year of her father, Captain Goodell, the marriage was witnessed by but the immediate friends and relatives. The bridegroom is a Conneaut boy, former student at C. H. S. and the son of Mrs. Zella Brydle, West Main street. He has an extensive acquaintance and is held in high regard by many friends. He holds a position of trust with the Conneaut Shovel company and has just returned from an extensive western trip in the interest of that concern. Rev. Olin Clark Jones, pastor of the Franklin avenue M. E. church, Cleveland, and former pastor of the Amboy church officiated at the wedding. Mrs. Brydle and daughter, Harriet, and son, Robert, were guests at the wedding. The newlyweds are on a short honeymoon of unknown destination. They are expected to visit Conneaut and have not yet announced where they will make their home. MRS. BETSY DOWNING DIES AT PIERPONT __ Mrs. Betsy Downing, aged 78, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. Waters, at Pierpont Sunday morning. Mrs. Downing was a life-long resident of Pierpont and was held in high regard. She is survived by one son, - C. J. Downing, of Farnham, and three daughters - Mrs. Ed Stevens of Erie, Pa., Mrs. G. W. Wright of Venango, Pa., and Mrs. C. Waters of Pierpont. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., sun time. Interment at Pierpont. GEORGE W. COVILLE DIED AT SON'S HOME YESTERDAY __ Old Age and A Paralytic Shock The Cause - Burial at Sherman, New York. __ George W. Coville died at the residence of his son, Justin F. Coville, East Conneaut, last night at 10:20 o'clock, as a result of a paralytic shock and old age. Mr. Coville would have been eighty-eight years old on January 2, 1914. His former home was Sherman, N. Y., but on the death of his wife, six years ago he came to Conneaut to reside with his son, J. F. Coville. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Maud Rouse of Gates Mills, O., and Mrs. Ora Beebe of Warren, Pa., and two sons, Albert Coville of Sherman, N. Y., and J. F. Coville of Conneaut. Brief funeral services will be held at the Coville home at 3 o'clock this afternoon, after which the remains will be taken to Sherman, N. Y., where funeral services will be held tomorrow and interment will be made. PIERPONT The following is a list of the deaths and burials in Pierpont during the year 1911: Jan. 3 - Mrs. Janet Curtice, aged 76 years. Jan. 5 - Walter Garnet, 21 years. Jan. 13 - Prudence Cutright, 19 years. Jan. 18 - Mrs. Alectic Adams. Feb. 15 - Mrs. Abbie Hubbard, 73 years. March 6 - Mrs. Harriet Wimar, 74 years. March 8 - Mrs. Louisa Williams, 78 years. March 14 - G. W. Webb. April 30 - Mrs. Almira Platt Leonard, 73 years. June 1 - Amizi Stahl, 92 years. July 18 - Mrs. Carrie Harvey, 19 years. Nov. 6 - Mrs. Julia Weldy, 55 years. Nov. 13 - Abram Weldy, 81 years. Nov 29 - Mrs. A. M. Lewis. NECROLOGY OF PIERPONT __ List of Deaths During the Year 1913 In Pierpont as Reported By The News-Herald's Staff Correspondent. __ Following is the list of the deaths and burials in Pierpont, during the year 1913: Jan. 10 - Frank Harvey, aged 21 years. Feb. 28 - Mildred Frick, aged 21 years. Feb. 28 - Hiram F. Dalrymple, died in Monroe, aged 79 years. March 14 - George S. Bates, Aged 66 years, 6 months and 10 days. May 12 - Mrs. Julia A. Pruden, aged 83 years, 4 months and 21 days. June 8 - Carl M. Fails, Beaver, Pa., 17 years, 4 months and 29 days. June 30 - G. M. Kennedy, aged 64 years. Buried at Jefferson, O. Aug. 18 - Henry Jacobs, aged 80 years, 10 months and 26 days. August 12 - Mrs. Grace Kellison, Kingsville, O. Aged 57 years. Sept. 12 - Child of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Driffey, aged 4 months. Sept. 25 - Mrs. A. W. Woodworth, 54 years. Nov. 19 - Ephraim Terril, aged 86 years. Nov. 23 - Mrs. Betsy Downing, aged 78 years. MARRIED IN JEFFERSON __ Of interest to many Conneaut people will be the announcement of the marriage of Orson A. Bonnell and Miss Lucy J. Carter, who were married yesterday at the office of Probate Judge Babcock in Jefferson, by Justice of the Peace C. A. Hitchcock. The couple will make their home in East Conneaut at Mr. Bonnell's home. Mr. Bonnell is employed by C. W. DeVoe & Company. INEXPENSIVE MACAROONS Only an ounce of ground or grated almonds is required in this recipe. Take the white of one egg to which has been added about a tablespoonful of milk. Moisten the almonds with rosewater and pound to a paste in a mortar. Add to the beaten eggs and milk their weight in powdered sugar, then stirring the almond paste mixed with about two ounces of sifted flour. Bake on buttered paper in a moderate oven for twenty minutes. MONROE CENTER __ The funeral of Mrs. Laurel Means, who died Monday at the hospital in Ashtabula, was held Wednesday at the Methodist church. Only one year ago Sept. 16th, she was a happy bride and the beautiful floral offerings gave evidence of the high esteem in which she was held. The deceased was twenty years old in June and leaves to mourn her early death besides the husband and son, three weeks old, a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sweet, two sisters, Mrs. C. E. Lawrence and Mrs. G. L. Bacon, two brothers, Raymond and Wade. Relatives were present from Ashtabula, Conneaut, Pierpont and Beaver. Misses Edna Hayward and Marion Blanchard, accompanied by Chas. Marcy, sang three beautiful selections. Interment was made in the Kelloggsville cemetery. DESERTED WIFE AND CHILDREN __ Man Arrested For Non-Support of His Minor Children - Left Them Alone With The Mother. __ Charged with non-support of three minor children, William Brainard, a japanner, was arrested yesterday by Constable Chilson on a warrant sworn out in Justice Dorman's court by Juliet Brainard, the deserted wife. The husband and father is alleged to have left his family, who reside south of the city, last September, he coming to town to live. In that time he has not entirely neglected the family, but has not provided sufficiently for them, in the opinion of the wife and the court. Endeavors will be made to keep the case from gong to the grand jury. If the man can give bond to provide sufficiently for the needs of the wife and mother, as well as the three young children, the case will be nollied. MARRIED IN MONTANA __ A very pretty wedding occurred Tuesday, September 2nd, at the home of W. F. Garry, 205 Sixth street, North Great Falls, Mont., when Miss Anna Mitchell of Chinook, Mont., was united in marriage to Mr. Willis F. Stone of Whitefish, Mont. The wedding ceremony was performed by Rev. E. L. White, pastor of the First M. E. church. The bride looked charming in a dress of white crepe de chene with pearl trimmings and carried a bouquet of bride's roses. Miss Esther Garry played "The Bridal Chorus" from Lohengrin, by Wagner, while the bridal party took their places under an arch of vines and sweet peas. The couple were attended by Miss Mary Prodger of Devon and Mr. Otis Thompson of Whitefish. The bridesmaid was becomingly gowned in cream voile and carried a bouquet of sweet peas. Only the immediate friends of the contracting parties were present. Mr. and Mrs. Stone were the recipients of many useful and beautiful presents. After the ceremony a wedding luncheon was served, after which the happy couple left on No. 43 for Spokane and other western points. Mr. and Mrs. Stone will be at home at Whitefish, Mont., after September 15th. The bride with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Mitchell, formerly lived in Monroe, Ohio, and has many friends in this vicinity.