1902
Taken from the Cameron County Historical Society microfilm files of the October 9, 1902 issue of the Cameron County Press.
Washington Letter
Washington, Oct. 6th, 1902. - While intense disappointment is felt because the conference, called by President Roosevelt between the coal mine operators and the representatives of the strikers, failed to accomplish its purpose there is evident on all sides a feeling of deep gratitude to the President for his manly and eloquent appeal to the contending parties to sink their rights and differences in the interest of patriotism and humanity. Mr. Roosevelt made no attempt to adjudicate the differences or even to argue the case. He simply presented the side of the American public, so large a proportion of which is doomed to suffer as a result of the strike, notwithstanding the fact that it is in no way involved in the causes leading up to it. President Mitchel, on behalf of the Mine Workers’ Union, offered to submit all differences to a tribunal to be appointed by the President, but the operators refused to recognize Mitchell or the Union he represents. They asserted that if order were preserved by the state or federal authorities, they would be able to mine a large percentage of the capacity of the mines and in the absence of such order, they did not consider that they were properly responsible for the existing condition of affairs. So far as can be seen the conference accomplished nothing, both parties being intent on holding out to the bitter end, regardless of the suffering caused to an innocent public. It is claimed that the President will take further action though of what nature it is impossible to predict.
Lost in the Woods
Coudersport, Oct. 6 - This place was thrown into the greatest excitement yesterday morning by the loss in the woods of Janie Stanton a seventeen year-old girl who has been here two weeks living with her aunt, Mrs. W. L. Lewis. Two weeks ago Janie and a younger sister were brought here from Virginia, where their mother died. Several times Jamie has shown signs of being demented, and twice has wandered away from the house, but was easily found each time. Yesterday morning, however, she gave the whole town a severe fright. Before any one was up at the Lewis home she disappeared. When seen she was going toward the western part of town.
The court house and fire bells were rung, and announcements were made in all the churches. The men of the congregations left the services and soon over 400 of them, many of them on horseback, were swarming over every road.
About noon two men, P. A. Stebbins and J. W. Wells, saw a woman crouching behind a stump about four miles northwest of town. She saw them approaching and started to run. Mr. Stebbins called her by her first name, and asked her if she would not like to have a ride. She replied that she would, but that her name was not Janie - that it was John Ross. The girl also showed other signs of a mental breakdown. She had been traveling in the rain and cold, through briers and underbrush but her only injury was a scratch on her face. Her mother’s maiden name was Kitty Ross, a daughter of Judge Ross.
Killed By Flyer
On Monday, second section of Flyer south struck and instantly killed John Duel, aged 46 years, near Turtlepoint. The man was deaf and of course did not hear the approaching train.
Changed Location
Dr. Catharine L. Daley, who for three years practiced medicine at Driftwood very successfully, has located at South Sharon, Pa. Dr. Daley was for five years physician to Board of Health and was very popular with the residents of lower section of the county, but desired a wider field. Her friends in this county hope she may prosper in her new location. If hard work counts she will succeed.
Democratic Rally
Ex-Gov. Pattison and party visited Emporium last Saturday and held forth at the opera house at noon hour. The same arguments (?) were made here that have been sprung on the people in different sections of the state. A respectful sized audience, composed of one-third Republicans, listened with respectful attention. Music was furnished by Emporium and Sinnamahoning bands, each furnishing all the enthusiasm visible.
Brief Mention
GIRL WANTED - To do general house work. Apply to J. S. Wiley Estate.
The ladies of Emmanuel church realized $212 from the late rummage sale.
Full and complete line of early winter clothing at N. Segar’s. Some great bargains in store for early callers.
Clearfield county promises 1,000 majority for Dresser. McKean should give him several times that. - Bradford Star.
The Goodyears, it is reported, have purchased the entire J. E. DuBois estate at DuBois, except the DuBois mansion and the grounds surrounding it.
Those beautiful winter styles at N. Seger’s reliable clothing house are attracting a great amount of attention from all desiring good serviceable clothing.
The wholesome character of David Harum is always welcome. Edward P. Elliott, the great impersonator, will give David Harum, at Emporium, Oct. 20th, 1902.
First Fork
The pipe liners have been camped near Malvin Logue’s a few days, brushing out the line and moved this morning over to the head of Hammersley Fork.
Albert Hussey has accepted a position as weighmaster at the Costello Tannery, and expects to move in a few days, when Dr. Colcord will move back into the house occupied by Mr. Hussey.
And now we are to have mills galore, in this section, Dr. Colcord having leased a site for a heading and shingle mill, near the mouth of Norcross Run, to a Mr. Beals from Packer, Potter county.
Cameron
There is a show billed for three nights in the K.G.E. Hall this week.
Ed. Schwab, the bustling farmer visited the county seat Saturday, where he had official business.
Ed. McFadden is on the sick list with quinsy. Dr. Smith of Emporium was down Tuesday to see him.
Chairman Goodman states that there will be no meeting of the club this week on account of members being too busy.
E. F. Comley is employed in the blacksmith shop for John McFadden. Fred says he will soon start a shop of his own.
The bills are to be out this week for a public dance, Friday, Oct. 17. Given by some of our own town people for the benefit of a new board walk through town, which is very badly needed.
Rich Valley
Gordon Lewis is suffering with a badly cut hand.
Frank Swesey had business at Keating Summit Monday.
Miss Ruby Lewis is working for Mr. L. Lockwood.
H. J. Newton and Lewis Wheaton have improved the looks of their premises, by having their residence painted and repaired.
Mr. Blodgett, of Sinnamahoning, was in the Valley, Tuesday to swap yarns with our expert Liars’ Club.
Personal Gossip
Merle Judd took his uncle, John D. Logan, to Williamsport last Sunday and will remain until the last of the week to escort his aunt Jennie home.
W. S. Shelow, who has for months been representing the American Pig Iron Storage Co., at Emporium, has returned from a visit in Georgia.
The venerable John M. Hicks, of Dents run, while transacting business in Emporium on Monday called to see the PRESS and push the date ahead another year on his PRESS.
The friends of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. L. Butler will be pained to learn that their bright little daughter, Beatrice, is failing and little hope is entertained for its recovery. This is awful sad.
George Hacket, our heavy weight, made this sanctum a short call last Thursday. “Georgie” tips the scales at 416 pounds.
Chas. Krebbs accompanied his wife to Williamsport last Saturday, where she re-entered the Williamsport Hospital for treatment. It is hoped she may receive beneficial aid, for the poor lady has been a great sufferer.
Dr. V. R. Corbett, of Driftwood, and Douglas McColl, Gust Johnson and Chas. Erickson of Sinnamahoning while in town attending naturalization court last Friday, were pleasant PRESS callers. Call again, gentlemen.
