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Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Ha d to Paw Costs.

"a long time subscriber to this
paper, Port Allegany Reporterl, last
week, paid S23,56 subscription, ten dol
lar costs, and several dollars of other
expenses, because he had made up his
mind he could beat the editor out of
his just dues. He couldn't do it. We
have just few more of these and we
are arranging to have some more fun.
1t has become too common under
standing that subscription account is
different from a debt owed for grocer
les or for meat, and can be turned off
with a laugh. We have collected a
dozen old dead heads since last spring
from fellows who gave us the hoarse
ha! ha! We like to do it.
The PRESS is compiling a similar list
and we shall push them to an issue.
A word to the wise should besufficient.
of June, the results being as follows:
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
A Big Surprise.

a new girl arrived at the home OF
Chas Hockey last Thursday evening
and gave grandfather, Hon. [. K.
Hockey, a complete surprise. In fact
he was entirely ignorant of the fact
that he was three times a grand-dad,
went to bed, got up early and (his wife
being away secured quick lunch and
went to his office. Judge his surprise
at noon when informed of the facts.
Although only weighing three pounds,
the little girl is alive and will live
Herbert has not yet made up with his
new sister.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Second Anniversary.

Last Monday evening marked the
second anniversary of the opening of
the Theatorium. The managers of this
popular resort have given the public
the best moving pictures that could be
procured and certainly have been sue
cessful in securing the latest reels on
the market. Monday evening the hall
was crowded TO its utmost capacity
with an appreciative audience who
were we'll entertained by two illustrat-
ed songs, two reels of pictures and two
fine vaudeville acts The management
presented each patron with souvenir.
Managers Bair, Green and Blinzler are
to be congratulated upon arriving at
the second anniversary of the Thea
torium and here's hoping this popular
amusement house will continue for
years to come.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Leg Crushed.

Our citizens were panied to learn of
the accident that befel Jay Shaffer, at
Ridgway, Tuesday afternoon. The
following from Ridgway DAILY Record,
will give our readers the facts:
Jay Shaffer, the eldest son of A. H.
Shaffer, the Civil Engineer, had one
of his legs taken off this afternoon
about 2:30 o'clock by P. & E. freight
train about two miles east of Ridgway,
just opposite the swimming hole in
Elk Greek near the residence of
Charles Searfass.
Jay and number of other boys had
been in swimming and had dressed
and started home. They had to cross
the railroad track and as the freight
train was standing on the track they
climbed across between the cars. Jay
unfortunately was still on the cars
when the train suddenly started,
throwing him down between the plat
forms of the cars under the wheels.
He fell just at the edge of the track
o'Ho "i"hooo coSoPoo marin; ouo oho VI
his feet remained ON the rail and was
soon crushed beneath the cruel wheels.
He was taken Immediately to the
home of Charles Searfass and the
boys fastened to town for medical as
sistance, The. ambulance did not go
out but Jay was brought to the hospi-
tai in private carriage, shortly after
$50 O'Clock.
Jay is 15 years old and was for sew
eral years employed as a carrier boy
on the Daily Record.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24

Emporium's independence Day Cele-
bration will, this year take place at
Keystone Park on Monday, July 5th.
While there will not be great display
there will be plenty of fun and a
genuine old-fashioned and sane cele-
bration.
The committee in charge will make
every effort to please all who may come
Part of the programme has been
agreed upon, viz:
Prices to be given to the winners
of games on July 5th:
Ladies Nail Driving Contest. Beauti-
full Jewelled Comb.
100 yard Dash, free for all. $500 in
cash.
Girls Race. Handsome Silk Parasol.
Boys Sack Race. $500 in cash.
Wheelbarrow Race. $500 in cash.
Potato Race. $500 in cash.
To the bride who will be married at
Keystone Park, handsome bed room
set and many valuable presents from
the merchants of Emporium.
Those wishing to take part in the
games and contest for the prizes will
please hand in their names to the
chairman of the committee, as soon as
possible Any one can come in-its
free for all.
R. KITEHNF Chairman
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Opera House Attra ctions.

Manager T. ]. Butler of the opera
house, presented a big show the begin
ming of the week by entertaining the
public with three vaudeville acts, two
illustrated songs and two reels of
pictures, taking one and one-half hours
to finish the programme. Emporium
ties certainly can have no kick coming
when performance of this kind and
length only costs ten cents. The at
fractions will continue-three full bills
during the balance Of week, in fact
during the entire summer months.
That Emporium is now furnished at
fractions fully as good as the larger
cities is certainly appreciated by the
public. The managers of both Thea
torium and opera house are certainly
doing it right and proper by their
patrons.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Down on the Old Farm. e"

Mr.. James F. Wright and son Daw-
son returned on Tuesday from visiting
relatives and friends at Frederick, Nd,
Marietta, York, Columbia and Lebanon.
At Frederick, Md, Mr.. Wright visited
his mother, whom he had not seen in
seventeen years. Neither knew the
other for moment and "Jim" ques-
toned the toll-gate man, saying, sis
that Mrs. Wright in that rig?" EYES,"
replied the toll-man, "why?" "She is
my MOTHER" replied Jim. The lady
heard the questions and asked, "My
son; which one!" Then there was re-
joicing amid tears and joy. At home
the old home-on the old farm
"Good time-well, I guess" Cherry
pies-Oh! dear.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Across the Ocean in18za.

We were permitted to examine a
pamphlet, on Monday, giving the
names of the saloon passengers on the
"City of Richmond" that sailed from
New York, June7, 1879 for Liverpool.
We noticed in the list, Mr.. Chas. B.
Howard and wife, then of Williams
port, an0 Mr.. VIM. HI. Howard and
Josiah Howard, now residents OF
Emporium. We also read the menu of
same boat and certainly they lived
we'll. We imagine we can hear Will
order ''some more of that. 80, please
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Bctrothal Announced.

On Tuesday afternoon at an sat
home," given at the residence of Mr..
and Mrs. j. o. Brookbank, Driftwood,
the engagement of their daughter, Miss
Rachel to Mr.. Earl B. Saunders, of
Portvile, N. Y, was announced, the
marriage to take place in October.
Both contracting parties are we'll and
favorably known in Emporium, Mr..
Saunders having been engaged in
business here.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Forty-One New Members.

A service of unusual interest was
held in the First Methodist Episcopal
Church on last Sunday morning, when
the pastor, Rev...J. F. Anderson, assist
ed by the official members, received
forty-one probationers into full men,
ship-adults and young people. Still
others will be received later. An in
teresting feature of the service was
the presentation by the PASTORS wife
of white carnation to each new mem.
ber, as symbol of the pure life each
one will try to live. This was probab-
ly the largest ingathering at one time
in the history of this church. The day
will long be remembered.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
A DANDY Auto.

Last Saturday afternoon, Ex-Sheriff
King, NJ. M. Pomeroy, F. E. Dunbar,
accompanied by two friends, autoed
over from Port Allegany in Mr.. Pome-
roy's Rambler" calling on friends.
While here, Mr.. Pomeroy kindly in
vited ye editor to take a ride in his
easy-going hill climber. 1t went up
the steep Broad street hill as easy as
rolling offa log without any seeming
effort. 1t is dandy machine.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
improvements at Hickory

Harry H. Smith, the son of Capt
and Mrs. Perry R. Smith, of this place,
who bought the tannery at Hickory,
Forest county, some months ago, is
making wonderful improvements in
that village. The tannery has been re-
modelled and made modern in every
respect, and now the residences are
being remodeled and repaired in fine
shape. G. A. Newburg, the Ridgway
contracting carpenter, is doing the
carpenter work, and S. w. Miles and
Nels A. Johnson, both of this place,
have the contract for doing the plas-
tering. Mr.. johnson and Mr.. Miles
leave this afternoon on the 5:35 train
for Hickory to begin their contract.
Aaron Segerstrom, of this place, will
also lay several thousand feet of water
line for the protection of the property
from fire. Mr.. Smith is having a fine
residence built for himself and will
move his family from Ridgway to
Hickory in the near future, We are
sorry to lose them, but wish them
success in their new home. Harry has
secured a good education and then
served an apprentic eship at the tan
ming business, hence we have no doubt
he will make big success of the tan
ming business like his faith er did before
him-Ridgway Daily Record.
Mr.. Smith resided in Emporium for
time, being employed at the Elk Tan
merry at this place. His many friends
here will be pleased to read of his pros
porous surroundings.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Alwavs on the lookout.

Mr.. r. Kuehne the energetic, Fourth
street merchant, visited Buffalo on
Monday and secured some rare bar
gains for his trade. He is truly alive
to the fact that the early bird catches
the worm. He strives to give the best
to be purchased at the lowest possible
price for cash. Quick returns saves
the dimes. Read his attractive adver
tisement on 9Th page.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Hon. G. W. Huntley
Sustains Injury.
By Phone to Press.

By Phone to Press.
Hon. CIV. Huntley, who is spending
the summer at his home at Driftwood
met with painful injury last Tuesday
morning. While supervising some
work in one of his barns, he broke
through the floor, falling to the lower
floor, distance of seven or eight feet.
Luckily no bones were broken, but his
great weight gave him great shaking
up. DR.. V. K. Corbett was summoned
and hopes no serious results will fol-
low. Miss Nellie, one of his daughters,
who was visiting M. P. Whiting and
family, at Ridgway, was wired for and
came home on afternoon train.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Successful Operation.

]. Pitt Felt, of this place, recently re-
turned from his Florida plantation,
stopping at Philadelphia to enter a
hospital. Last Friday he passed
through very serious operation, which
will keep him there for several weeks.
His sons, j. Paul and DIR. L. r., went
to Philadelphia last Saturday. L. r.,
returned yesterday but J. Paul will re-
main with his father few days. Hope
the patient may fully recover.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Going West.

Miss Marion Rentz expects to leave
for the west on Monday, June 28th
and will be the guest of her cousin.
Mrs. Hellar, at Wichita, Kansas. Miss
Grace Rentz of Muncy, Pa, will arrive
at Emporium on Saturday and together
the young ladies will make the trip,
They expect to remain in the west un~
til next October, when Mrs. Hellar will
accompany them east, The PRESS
wishes them safe journey and pleas
ant time.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
John Robinson Coming.
A Big Menagerie.

The John Robinson Shows carry
large amount of live stock. Horses
numbering 300 have to be cared for
every day. 1t takes tons of provender
to feed these horses and the menagerie.
The animals of the menagerie are
The hardest and longest lived and
most intelligent is said to be the ele-
phant. Some of the largest of this
show are used to push the heavy
wagons and cages about the slot"
when the show is setting up. One
morning an elephant became enraged
at his driver and wheeled quickly and
struck at the man with his trunk. The
beady eyes of the animal glistened as
he trumpeted his anger, The keeper
lashed the big brute with his whip and
subdued him without any damage
being done. Had the man been hit by
the blow it would have killed him.
When an elephant gets so bad that he
is dangerous the owners have, the ami
NAL killed, and a substitute takes his
place, although the killing of an ele-
phant means loss of several thousand
dollars.
The most delicate animal is the
giraffe. They take cold easily, and
often die of hasty consumption. Seals
are hardy, but they are difficult to
train. Probably the hardest animal to
train in the world is the African zebra.
They will not give up to man. They
will be killed before they will obey.
Sometimes hybrids are seen, and they
resemble the full blooded animal
The Robinson Shows carry every
thing that can be found in good-sized
city. With the aggregation is a black
smith, barber, harnessmaker, two
painters, glider, cooks, bakers, electric
ians, minister, the shows own attor-
ney and it's two veterinary doctors, be-
sides its own family physicians.
Not many shows carry their own
electric light plant. This is feature
of the Robinson Shows, and the big
tent is as light as day within. Line
men are employed to keep the plant in
running order.
No one who is not in touch with the
show can form any idea of the enorm-
ity of it. 1t is small city in itself,
constantly on the move, but with all
kinds of methodical provisions for its
running.
Two exhibits are given daily, rain or
shine, and in case of inclement
weather, waterproof tents insure ample
protection and comfort.
The big shows will be seen at EN-
porium, Saturday, June 26.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
SerioIISIu ill

Mr.. John E. Smith of Sterling Run,
made his usual Wednesday visit to Em
porium yesterday to attend the direc-
tors meeting of First National Bank.
He reports his mother, who is in her
S5th year, in critical condition. She
was taken with hemorrhage of the
nose Tuesday night. DIR. H. S. Falk
was called and drove to Sterling Run
during the night. At the hour of 60
ing to press she is in very weakened
condition, her advanced age being
against her.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Mr.. RowIev Recovering

Mr.. Jos. w. Rowley, of Port Allie
gany, Pa, who recently met with an
auto accident near Austin, breaking
his right arm, is improving rapidly
and hopes soon to be able to re-
turn to Emporium and resume his
position as manager of F. E. Rowley's
lumber yards. "Joe" has hosts of
friends here who will welcome him
back.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Free Methodist Church.

There will be no preaching services
at the Free Methodist Church Sabbath,
June 81, or the following Sabbath, July
4th. Sabbath School as usual at 10 a.
M, followed by class meeting The
pastor and number of his people will
attend the annual ten days camp meet
ing of the Bradford district, which con
venies at Eldred, Pa, June 25 to July
4th.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Joe Pagano, Who Murdered John
Kibe, Nov. 26, 1908.


Next Tuesday, Joe Pagano, who
murdered John Kibe at the American
Hotel, Emporium, on the evening of
Nov. 26th, 1908, will pay the penalty of
his crime upon the gallows, the same
that was used for the execution of Ora
Odell. The same gallows in 1896
and now loaned by the county COM
missioners of Potter county, was used
in the first instance for the execution
of Chas. Brewster, Feb. 1896, for the
murder of his step father, Marshall
Striker, of Sweden Valley.
All is now in readiness for the final
act. Sheriff John w. Norris has sum-
moned the following freemen to serve
as Sheriff's Jury upon the fatal day:
Stewart Nellis, Emporium.
Amos Ross, Gibson.
Jacob Kritner, Shippen.
VIM. Berry, Lumber.
Elihu Chadwick, Shippen.
Joseph Kissell, Lumber.
Anson o. Swartwood, Emporium.
VIM. Mcdonald, Shippen.
Sylvester McDonough, Emporium.
Henry J. Darrin, Lumber.
Byron Duell, Gibson.
VIM. Rankin, Gibson.
The prisoner came to this country
five or six years ago and was employ
ed at the different powder plants,
where he is said to have been very
faithful worker. The condemed man
has mother, who resides in Italy.
During his incarceration in Cameron
county jail he has been in poor health,
nervous and refused food; sleeping
very little. After Governor Stuart
fixed the date of execution he seemed
resigned to his fate.
This being the second execution in
the history of Cameron county we
hope it will be the last.
Numerous applications have been
made upon Sheriff Norris for tickets OF
admission, to witness the terrible scene
and we have professionally witnessed
one such horrible sight and dread an
other, yet we suppose, we shall be on
hand this time, much as we dislike it
| The life is an editor is not all roses.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Baptist Church.
JOHN L. BOGUE, Pastor.

On Sunday evening the theme will
be Branded or Known by Marks. At
7:30 in the evening, the auditorium
will be used by the Sunday School for
the purpose of presenting their Child
ren's day exercises. We extend q
cordial invitation to all our friends to
be present at this service.
Regular Sunday School hour at 11:45
a. M, attendance last Sunday 104
The adult class will take brief sur
vey of the Book of Gensis.
Strangers welcome to all services.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Hurry Hurry! Brides of Cam
eron County.

A fine bed room set, and many other
valuable presents from the merchants
of Emporium awaits the young couple
who viii consent to he married at Key
stone Park, Emporium, on the after
noon ofJuly 9TH Address, R. Kuehne,
Chairman Fourth of July Committee.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24

First Methodist Episcopal Church.
Next Sunday, June q, at 1890 a. M
infant baptism, followed with sermon
by Rev. Emony M. Stevens, District
Superintendent and former pastor of
this church. At7:30 o'clock, Children's
Day exercises by the Sunday School.
Collection for christian association.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Heard From.

Smith Whitman writes the PRESS
from Castle Shannon, Pa, that he is
on the road, at his old job, selling his
popular book, "The Pennsylvania
Lawyer" Mr.. W., says he longs to re-
turn to Cameron county.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
For Sale

One second hand Reaper; one second
hand mower; one platform scales; one
cultivator; a lot of log chains. The
above will be sold cheap for cash.
VIM. HACKENBERG, Emporium. Pa.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Attended Reunion.

Mr.. and Mrs. l. II. Leggett, of Maple
Farm, on West Creek, accompanied by
their daughter, Mrs. J. T. Poyer and
her son Max, of Williamsport, attend
ed reunion of the relatives of Mrs.
Leggett's family at Genessee, Potter
county, last week.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Cows for Sale.

Several good fresh milch COWS for
sale; also plenty of cabbage plants, 25c
per 100; $3.50 per thousand. Apply at
Climax Farm, Emporium, Pa.
1S-tf, S. NJ. VANWERT.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Social.

There will be an ice cream social at
the home ofMr. Charles Barr, on North
Creek, Saturday evening, July 3, 1908,
for the benefit of the Rich Valley
pastor. COMMITTEE.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Lost.

A screw diamond stud. Information
which leads TO its recovery will be
satisfactorily rewarded and no ques-
tions asked. Address, Box 904, Union
City, Pa. 1926
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Emmanuel Church Services.

Jnne 27, Third Sunday after Trinity:
ga. M, Holy Communion.
1870 a. M, Morning Prayer and
Litany. Subject of the sermon: The
Story of the Deluge.
7:3G p. m., Evening Prayer and Ser
mon. Subject: The Things That
Pass Away and the Things that Abide.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Attention Children

The children who will take part in
representing the Human U. S. Flag, at
the Celebration of July 4th, are re-
quested to meet this week Friday, at
1880 p. M, at the City Hall with the
band.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
TX. Ice Cream for Julv 4th.

To avoid disappointment leave your
order early for Fourth of July Ice
Cream. With large additional line
of new packers just purchasd, l am
prepared to take care of all orders.
j. B. MEIsEL.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Cherries.

Cherries for sale, black, red, sweet
and sour, at 8, 10 and IL cents per
quart. Apply to w. W. Weiman, Box
40s, Emporium, Pa. 1S-tf
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
For Sale.

Two wide tire lumber wagons, one
set double harness, one good 1900
pound mare. Apply to
19-tf. d. @. HAYES.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
Teachers Examinations.

Teachers examinations will be held
at the High School at Emporium, next
Friday, June 25th, at a. M.
MATTE M. COLLINS, County Supt.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24

Just received fresh invoice of
Crackers and Cookies at G. B. Howard
& Co.'S.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
For Sale.

Cabbage Plants, by the thousand for
S1.5O. Apply to H. & q, L. Day.
lS-2t
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24
First Presbyterian Church.

Paul j. Lux, Pastor.
Morning Worship and Sermon, 1890.
Sunday School, 11:45.
Junior endeavor, p. m.
Christian Endeavor, $50.
Evening Service, 7:30.
Midsummer sermons, short, inter
esting and helpful. Come and worship
with us. A cordial invitation to all
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1909-06-24

Linoleum at 99c per yard is getting
scarce at G. B. Howard & Co.'S.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1909-05-20

pallid face from the siittering stars
that came into the evening skies long
before the skiff reached home. herald
ed by the rhythmic beat Of her oars.
Its sheeted dead lay in quiet state.
Perhaps results might have bee.
different If David Sturms at the cru
cial moment had not insolently taken
q little blue silk handkerchief from his
side pocket and drawn 1t with affected
Indifference across his brow before re-
turning it to the pocket Ehich covered
q coward's heart.
A bit Of the blue and white remained
in view. John Ralston's strong right
arm dropped nerveiess. He could moi
MIN at the kerchief which had lain on
Katie's bosom.
81 warn't worth it, Black Prince
moanetl. groveling in abject misery be
| fore houscful of stricken women.
| 1t was Miss Martha who answere
him with a note Of melancholy pride
In her voice:
ut was not for you. you foolish be.
It was for his names sake. RaistOl
could have done no less
1t is Katie Vernon who spreads th
wild plum blossoms over his gray
every spring In her heart she vaN.
that no wedding bell shall ever swim
above her head since she has slain tn
one love Of her life.