This file contains transcripts of Deaths, Marriages and Miscellaneous New Articles from the pages of the earliest issues of the Waynesburg Republican on microfilm, June-December, 1870. Several of those early issues are missing from the microfilm. ACCIDENT - Quite a serious accident occurred last Thursday in this place. A little colored boy, son of John Redmond, was playing with some other children about an old frame of some kind, when it fell, crashing the child's leg, crushing it in a terrible manner. It was terrible to hear his screams. Drs. Cross and Blachly were immediately summoned and placing the child under the influence of Chloroform, set the mangled limb, although it is feared amputation would be necessary. He was doing well at last accounts. June 1, 1870 Narrow Escape On Saturday afternoon, 28th ult., Geo. Brady, son of Jas. Brady, of this place, a lad aged about ten years fell from the trestle-work of the Hempfield railroad across Maiden street, a distance of thirty-two feet, badly bruising his head and cutting his cheek and left arm. It is wonderful that the boy was not instantly killed. The little sufferer is recovering. - Wash. Reporter. June 8, 1870 THAT SMASH UP of Hewitt & Myers' buggy and killing of horse by being run over the bridge, mentioned last week, has resulted in the arrest of Tom Kirby. He was taken before Justice Webb, who on examination committed him to jail to await a trial at the next term of Court for malicious mischief. Tom is a bad boy, but who gives him the whiskey? are they any better? June 8, 1870 Married JOHNS-ROSS - On Wednesday June 1st, 1870 at the house of the bride's father, by Rev. H. K. Craig, Mr. T. B. Johns and Miss Hannah Ross, both of Greene Co., Pa. June 8, 1870 BASE BALL - The Waynesburg Base Ball Club is now thoroughly organized, and prepared to take the field against all comers. Its officers are, Pres., W. L. Allison; V. P., E. W. Sayers; Sec., G. S. Jeffery; Treas., Jno. T. Hankins. Directors, J. H. Campbell, R. H. Lindsey and Jno. Hankins. We expect to give a good report of them this year, as they all saw service last season and proved themselves worthy handlers of the half shell and ash. June 15, 1870 WASHINGTON COUNTY - On the 24th ult. two little daughters of James Brigs, of Canton township, were playing at the woodpile with an axe - one chopping and the other dragging out chips. Unfortunately the axe descended at the wrong time, taking off the fore finger of the left hand of one of the sisters. She is doing well. The Washington Examiner says: The well known Spanish ram "Specie," owned by H. C. Slusher & Co. of Amwell, was shorn a few days since, and his fleece weighed thirty pounds. It wanted thirteen days of one year since the ram was shorn before. June 15, 1870 At a meeting of the managers of the Central and Mechanical fair Association of Greene County, the following named persons were elected as directors for the coming year: Jacob Shriver, Jonas Ely, H. Smith, John C. Flenniken, W. W. Sayers, Simon Rinehart, Jr., A. L. Meyers, I. Hooper, Coppy Smith, Samuel Braden, Sr., Wesley Everly, and Joseph Wyly. J. C. Flenniken, Pres. Jacob Shriver, Treas. A. L. Meyers, Sec'y Wm. Hayes, Cor. Sec. The time of holding the Fair, will be on the 28th 29th and 30 of Sept., 1870. J. C. Flenniken, Pres. June 15, 1870 On Wednesday evening, June 1, 1870, assisted by John M. Wiley, we organized a Lodge of Good Templars in the village of Jacksonville in the extreme western township of the county. Upon our arrival we found the friends of the cause fully aroused to the importance of the reform, and prepared to labor earnestly for the poor and unfortunate of earth. This place is notorious for drunkenness and rowdyism, caused not by the citizens of the place, but by a pack of degraded hounds from other places, who go there for a spree. The citizens of the place are as clever and hospitable as any we know. An organization has now been planted in their midst, which the citizens should protect and defend. And, if it meets with proper encouragement and support, the good that will radiate from it will be long felt in the immediate community, and indeed the whole county. Her school, with her one hundred students demands this protection. The following is a list of officers for the present quarter: W. C. T., Samuel Graham; W. V. T., Jennie Noble; W. S., N. J. Ross; W. T., Mary Zimmerman; W. I. G., J. Lindsey Supler; W. O. G., J. C. McCullough; W. C., J. M. Dille; W. A. S., F. M. Fox; W. F. S., J. M. Ferrell; W. M., D. H. allum; W. D. M., C. B. Noble; W. R. H. S., Lou Ross; W. L. A. S., C. Johnson. The name is Wiley Lodge, No --- (In honor of our fellow Townsman John M. Wiley.) We would suggest to the members of this Lodge, to go right to work, for they have a broad field. Violations of the license law is going on in their town all the time. There are three "Bars" in their town and only one of them licensed, and I am informed, those unlicensed Bars do the biggest business. The Constable of Richhill tp. will be expected to make the necessary returns of those persons, and if he fails "come to time," he will be shoved with a sharp stick. The time has surely come when such practices must not be carried on so boldly, and in open defiance of law and order. June 15, 1870 SABBATH SCHOOL CELEBRATION OF THE 4TH OF JULY, 1870 - On Monday evening, June 13, 1870, representatives from the various Sabbath Schools of our town met in the Sunday School Room of the C. P. Church for the purpose of inaugurating measures for an old fashioned celebration of the 4th of July. The object of the meeting being stated, on motion, Hon. John C. Flenniken, was chosen President and J. Jackson Purman, Secretary. On motion, it was unanimously agreed to hold a Sabbath School Celebration on the 4th of July, prox. On motion, it was resolved that a committee of three ladies and three gentlemen from each Sabbath School, constitute a committee of arrangements for the occasion; whereupon the President appointed the following named persons said Committee: Presbyterian - Andrew Wilson, Joseph Phelan, Joseph Ritchie, Mrs. Jennie Dill, Miss Emma Downey and Miss Mary Black. C. P. Church - Thos. Hoskinson, Nathan Carter, W. G. W. Day, Miss Lucy Inghram, Miss Mary Syphers and Mrs. Lewis Day. Methodist - Amos Mildred, A. H. Sellers, Samuel Sanders, Mrs. ----- Day, Miss Gambert, and Miss Eliza Kent. Methodist Episcopal - J. W. Phelan, W. Freeland, L. W. Jones, Mrs. Maggie Scott, Mrs. Minor, and Mrs. Simpson. Baptist - L. K. Evans, Geo. Hoskinson, A. A. Purman, Mrs. I. Hooper, Miss Lizzie Hill, Mrs. W. T. E. Webb. On motion, the superintendents of each Sabbath School shall constitute a committee to extend an invitation to our neighboring Sabbath Schools to join us in the proposed celebration. On motion, it was agreed that the committee of arrangements meet on Thursday evening at 6 o'clock, p.m., and that the Superintendents of the various Sabbath Schoolsinform the members of said Committee not present, of their appointment and time of meeting. On motion, it was agreed to publish these proceedings in both of our county papers. On motion adjourned sine die. John C. Flenniken, Pres. J. Jackson Purman, Sec'y. June 22, 1870 BURNED - The sawmill of Philip Shough, in Gilmore township, was burned on last Monday evening week. At the same time, a horse in Mr. Shough's stable was maltreated and several things disturbed, going to prove that the mill was set on fire. Nothing but the iron work was saved. The loss is about $1,000. Incendiaries are becoming a little too common in the county, and a few severe punishments should be made. Mr. Shough is a good man, and an unoffending citizen. June 22, 1870 Assistant Assessor Captain John Rogers, of Rogersville, in this county, has been appointed Assistant Assessor in place of Simon Rinehart, Esq. July 6, 1870 PERSUANT to previous arrangements, a large party assembled at what is knonw as the "Old Camp Ground," on the farm of W. W. Sayers, one mile south of Morrisville, to celebrate the Fourth of July. The meeting was called to order by the election of J. A. J. Buchannan, as President; John Hager, Rob't Daugherty, Hiram Smith, Jacob Shriver, D. Huss, John Clayton and Wm. Cotterell, Vice Presidents. The President, after making some very eloquent remarks relating to the most eminent events connected with the National Holliday we had met to commemorate, introduced to the audience Mr. B. Frank Flenniken, who recited the Declaration of Independence in a manner which held the audience in breathless suspense; at the close of which the Waynesburg National Brass Band played that patriotic air "Hail Columbia." The orator of the day, G. W. G. Waddle, Esq., was then introduced to the audience and delivered as able an address as we have ever listened to. It was remarked by one that "He excelled himself and the occasion." At the close of the address, the audience was invited to participate in a grand Festival, which had been prepared by the members of the Catholic Church, the proceeds to aid them in the erection of a church in Waynesburg. A number of prizes were awarded to the person receiving the greatest number of votes as follows: Gold watch, chain and pin, Miss Emma Huss; silver set, Mr. Geo. Graham. A set of dishes to Mrs. Phebe Bane, Canary birds to Miss Carrie Helphenstine, doll to Miss Annie Dye, vases to Miss Jennie Strosnider. The umbrella, which was given to the one receiving the most votes as the ugliest man in the party, was awarded to Mr. D. Hass. It is justice to others however to say that quite a number received a respectable vote. The receipts of all amounted to about several hundred dollars. John Shriver S. S. Johnson, Sec'ys. July 13, 1870 During divine service on Sunday, 3d. inst., in a grove near his house, Maj. John B. Gordon, of Whiteley township, was stricken down by heart disease, which was thought for a time would prove fatal. Dr. Ross was sent for immediately who promptly arrived. Under his skillful treatment, Mr. Gordon was somewhat recovered and at last accounts was in a fair way to recover. July 13, 1870 On the 4th of July, while Mr. Elias Flenniken, who resides near Davidson's upper ferry, in company with his two daughters, and Mr. James Barnes, and old and respected citizen of this county, was sitting in a two horse wagon carelessly holding the lines, one of the horses attached, by some means switched the lines from Mr. Flenniken's hands. From some cause we did not learn, the horses became frightened, and running away, threw the little girls out, one of which was badly injured, though not dangerously. Mr. Barnes who was also thrown out, was seriously injured; and being an elderly man, some doubts are entertained of his recovery from the injuries sustained by this accident. July 13, 1870 Mr. William Ullom, while working in the planing mill of Sayers & Tanner, and while adjusting a belt on one of the wheels of the machinery, last Wednesday evening, had his hand caught and most terribly lacerated, not so much, however, as to cause the loss of his hand. July 13, 1870 Mr. James Parker, a stone mason and citizen of this place, while working in a stone quarry last week, had three fingers of his left hand mashed almost entirely off near the first joint, so near that amputation had to be completed. This accident to Mr. Parker, besides the pain he will be compelled to suffer, will be very disastrous to his business. July 13, 1870 Our townsman, Jas. B. Lindsey, while horseback riding a few days since, was suddenly thrown to the ground by his horse stepping on a sharp stone. He was knocked insensible for some time, and on recovering to consciousness, found himself badly injured about the face. Although severely hurt, he is not dangerous. July 13, 1870 MR. DAVID ROSE of Morgan tp., this Co., has a pair of silver spangled Hemburg hens, that will not be a year old till the last of August, that have laid 150 eggs and have shown no signs of setting yet. This is the kind of fowls to keep for eggs. July 20, 1870 MAJ. JOHN B. GORDON, who was stricken down so suddenly by something like appoplexy or heart disease, notice of which we gave in our last issue, we learn is much better. He was quite bad, and for a while it was thought he could not recover. July 20, 1870 SUDDEN DEATH - Dr. J. H. Porter, Druggist, of the firm Porter and Blachly, died very suddenly on Saturday morning last, at his residence in this place. The Doctor had been unwell since last winter, a great part of the time unable to attend to business. But he was so much better week before last, that he took a trip to Pittsburgh; and by catching cold or indulging too freelyin eating, he was taken with inflamation of the stomach and bowels, which terminated suddenly in his death. July 20, 1870 CUTTING AFFRAY - A rather serious cutting affray occurred near this place last Thursday evening. A young man, Ed Dorsey, returning home from the meeting in town, became embroiled with a youth named Ryan, when the latter made a desperate cut at Dorsey's throat with a razor which he received in the back of his wrist, severing the leaders and almost unjointing the hand. It appears that Ryan is a desperate boy, who habitually carries a razor and has threatened the lives of several persons. He should at once be taken in charge by the law and doubtless will as soon as his whereabouts are discovered. July 20, 1870 SABBATH SCHOOL CELEBRATION - Mr. Editor. - On the 4th of July we had a grand celebration at the Laurel Run Sabbath School. The neighboring schools, five in number, joined the Laurel Run School at 9 o'clock. The procession was formed by Superintendent Jacob Rice, who then passed them into the hands of Chief Marshall Daniel White, who conducted them to the grove which had been previously prepared for the occasion. The people being comfortably seated the order of the day was made known and carried out as follows: An appropriate prayer was delivered by the Rev. John Woodruff. Next the Declaration of Independence was read by J. M. Garrison, in a manner that done credit to the reader, and interesting to all present. Milton Owen was then called on, and responded in a masterly and interesting oration which forcibly carried our minds back to the days of '76. Then an address to the parents and citizens, by the Rev. Mr. Stern which was very eloquent and impressive, followed by a discourse to the Sabbath School Children, Teachers and citizens, by the Rev. Mr. Bumgardner which seemed to be appreciated by all present. The day being pleasant and the occasion being enlivened by the New Freeport Band of Music, then after partaking of a rich repast prepared by the Ladies of the neighborhood. The people again being seated, the Rev. Woodruff delivered a few closing remarks suitable to the occasion; then the benediction by Rev. Bumgardner. The people then retired to their homes apparently pleased with the festivities of the day. J. M. Garrison, Sec. July 20, 1870 Died WYLY - at Carmichaels, on Friday, July 15, 1870, Jacob Wyly, in the 76th year of his age. The deceased was the father of Geo. L. Wyly, Esq., of this place, was well known to the people of this county, and a highly respected citizen. He had long been a resident of this county, following the business of farming many years. He was a man of more than ordinary intelligence, and of a kind and genial disposition. More than a year since, disease layed its hand upon him; since when, he had been a great sufferer, until death, the great Physician put an end to his sufferings. MINOR - Of scarlet fever, Sunday, July 17th, 1870, Fannie, daughter of H. Clay and Sarah Minor, aged 7 years. This was a sudden death, she having taken sick the Friday night preceeding her death. PORTER - Of inflamation of the stomach and bowels, Saturday, July 16, 1870, Dr. J. H. Porter, of this place. July 20, 1870 Married HUPP-PHILLIPS - At the residence of the brides father, by Dr. A. B. Miller, Mr. "Phill" Hupp amd Miss Helen Phillips, all of Greene Co., Pa. Accompanying the above notice was a delicious cake, for which the happy pair will please accept the well-wishes of the Republican printers. May they enjoy a long life of happiness and prosperity. July 20, 1870 TWO MEN KILLED - A terrible accident happened last Thursday on what is known as the "Seventeen mile grade" on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. A Short distance below Swanton two men, Patrick Griffin and James Wills, were engaged in cutting down a tree which stood on the top of a high bank. It fell at an unexpected moment killing both men instantly. Griffin leaves a wife and family; Wills was unmarried. July 27, 1870 FIRE - On last Saturday morning the cry of fire was raised in our town. Upon investigation the flames were found to issue from the house of Mr. V. B. Adams, at the west end of town. The "Bucket" Brigade was on hands as usual, and the fire was soon extinguished. Damage slight. July 27, 1870 MR. SAMUEL JOHNS, known to most of the people of Greene Co. as "Tipstave," in our courts, is lying dangerously ill, at his residence at Dotysburg, or Morrisville, with some kind of an affection of the throat. July 27, 1870 A HORSE belonging to Elijah Church, of Center township, was struck by lightning one day last week and instantly killed within six feet of the dwelling. SOme of the family were shocked, but we believe that none were seriously injured. July 27, 1870 Married HANN-CLUTTER - Aug. 4, 1870, at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. M. Tilton, Mr. Thomas J. Hann, of Maryland, and Miss Leweilla C. Clutter, of Richhill tp., Greene Co., Pa. July 27, 1870 TRIBUTE OF RESPECT - At a regular meeting of J. F. Temple Lodge, No. 574, I. O. O. F., a committee was appointed to draft resolutions expressive of the feeling of this Lodge on the death of brother Joseph B. Silveus, who departed this life July 2, 1870. In view of his death we submit the following: WHEREAS, It has pleased Almighty God in his allwise providence to remove from our council and friendly order, our beloved brother, Joseph Silveus, who was a good and true christian and a good Odd Fellow, therefore, Resolved, That it is with feelings of deep regret that we part with our beloved brother, and would have hoped that he might have been spared to exert an influence for good among the living, but in all things we submit to the will of God. Resolved, That this Lodge deeply sympathize with the family that are left behind to mourn his loss. Resolved, That the emblems of this Lodge be draped in mourning, and that each of its members wear the usual badge of mourning for the space of thirty days. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be handed to the family of the deceased, also a copy placed upon the records of this Lodge, and that we solicit the publication of the same in each of our county papers. John Call James Hoge, Committee, August 3, 1870 STRUCK BY LIGHTNING - On last Wednesday, about 4 o'clock in the afternoon, the barn of Dr. James B. Hook, just across the creek from the borough, in Franklin tp., was struck by lightning and consumed, with all its contents. All the Doctor's new hay crop, of about twelve tons; a good buggy, several sets of harness and wagon-gears, a sleigh, windmill; also all of his farming utensils, consisting of five ploughs, cultivators, barrows, shovels, forks, ox-yokes, together with two or three good saddles and bridles were destroyed. Two harvest hands employed on the farm, were in the barn at the time it was struck, but were stunned and frightened so badly that they made no attempt to save anything, or much of the loose property could have been saved by them. The Doctor was absent from his home at the time the accident occurred and did not arrive until the whole building was a blaze. He estimates his loss, at the lowest figures, not less than twenty-five hundred dollars. Had the Doctor not been a very systematic farmer, and had his farming utensils scattered about in different places - left here and there over the farm as many do, it would, in this case, been better for him; but this was not his way of conducting business. "A place for everything and everything in its place," is his motto. August 3, 1870 Married HAYS-JEWELL - On July 24, at the residence of the bride's parents, By Rev. Morgan Tilton, Mr. W. T. Hays and Miss Mary Jane Jewell, both of Greene county, Pa. August 3, 1870 INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS The following is a list of Officers installed at Vigilant Lodge, No. 342, I. O. of G. T., at Waynesburg, Pa., on Monday evening, Aug. 1, 1870, by D. D. W. C. T., B. F. Flenniken, assisted by L. D., J. M. Wiley. W. C. T., W. N. Bailey; W. V. T., Mary Kent; W. S., B. F. Flenniken; W. A. S., Nellie Lindsey; W. F. S., J. H. Carson; W. T., Joshua Beeler; W. C., J. L. Stiffey; W. M., W. A. Strosnider; W. D. M., Anna Hoskinson; W. Sentinel, A. B. Brown; W. Guard, Alex Redmond; W. R. H., Hannah Minor; W L H S, Ella Gilmore; P W C T, A G Cross. This Lodge is in a fine condition and meets on Monday evening in the Odd Fellows' Hall. August 10, 1870 Married Jones-Buckingham - At the residence of the bride, July 30, 1870, by Rev. Morgan Tilton, Mr. John Jones and Mrs. Jane Buckingham, all of Greene Co., Pa. August 10, 1870 SCOOTED - Rumor says that young Ryan who made the dangerous assault on Ed. Dorsey, some weeks ago, has left this county for parts unknown. Once more justice is cheated her due. We are pleased to learn that Ed. is improving as speedily as can be expected. August 10, 1870 CAUSE AND EFFECT - Friday last a run away took place on High street which lead to rather serious results. A horse attached to a cart loaded with lime became frightened, and the driver being unable to manage him, he ran into a pile of stone in front of the new Hall, overturning cart and all. This was about the amount of damage. Mr. J. T. Hook, the owner, and for whom the hauling was being done, was soon on the ground and after a few sharp words, struck Inghram Martin, the driver, when a rough and tumble fight ensued in which Mr. Hook came out second best, with "first blood" for Mr. Martin. The spectators interposed preventing a completion of the "mill." Our reporter was promptly at the scene of action and assisted a large crowd in holding an inquest upon the lime, verdict, 'sich is luck.' August 17, 1870 Mr. John T. Hook has completed the excavation for the foundation of his new house, corner of High and Morgan streets, and the masons are busily engaged in laying the stone work. Fropm appearances we judge the building will be quite a large one, with several good business rooms occupying the ground floor. Mr. Hook is pushing the work energetically, and we expect to see a fine building gracing that ancient corner at an early day. August 17, 1870 We made a visit last week, to the premises of Mr. Benjamin F. Hook , near Bridgeport, where he is erecting a fine brick house. This house, when completed, will be the largest, best styled and most elaborately furnished dwelling in the county. While no better location could be selected for a dwelling, within a mile of Waynesburg. August 17, 1870 We attended the exercises at the college chapel, on last Friday morning, and were highly entertained with the routine of performances. These Friday morning exercises are a very interesting feature in the college course; consisting of singing, by the whole school, accompanied with music on the organ; reading of the scripture and prayer; then an essay is read by some student, appointed the previous week. After which splendid music is discoursed on the Grand Piano, accompanied with the voices of good singers. The essay read, the morning in question, was by Miss Hettie Iams. Subject - "Working and Waiting," which was well chosen, wrutten in a clear, pointed, forcible style, and read distinctly. Prof. Shoemaker, elocutionist, then gave some readings which were exceedingly interesting. The Prof. is an orator in the true sense of the word. A number of visitors were present on the occasion: Hon. R. P. Flenniken, of Pittsburgh; Mr. Will Jones, of Philadelphia; Mr. McLean, of Monongahela city; Mr. Swearer, of Brownsville; Mr. John A. Gray, of Corw's Mills, B. F. Flenniken of this place and last, but by no means least, the writer. August 17, 1870 THE BAPTIST COLLEGE - The contract for the erection of the Baptist College building at Jefferson was given last week to Mr. Snyder, of Jefferson, Pa. The building will be located on the well-known Fair Grounds, formerly owned by Col. J. W. Parkinson, which have been purchased at a cost of $1,200. The bricks for the building will be burned this fall; and it now is expected, that under the management of Mr. Snyder, the work will go briskly on. August 17, 1870 MR. JOHN HOOK of Franklin tp. was thrown from his horse and hurt very badly last week. His wounds, though very severe, we are glad to learn, are not considered dangerous. Dr. Cross was called to dress the wounds and Mr. Hook is now improving rapidly. August 17, 1870 CARMICHAELS LOCALS - The Monthly Sabbath School Union met in the M. E. Church on the 7th inst. A slim attendance. The subject for consideration, "Reverence," not being of sufficient importance to interest savans of the community. Why it should be so, is difficult to say, as we are surely not overwhelmed with church etiquette. Dr. Lou H. Laidly made the address to the Sabbath School children in a very neat and converstional manner. The next Monthly Union will be held on the 29th inst., at 3 o'clock p.m. Prof. F. H. Crago is selected to address the children, with Dr. S. S. Crow, as alternate. Prof. B. B. Lakin is having quite a large and flourishing school. The dawn of better days seems to have arisen on this the most ancient academic Institution, of this section. The buildingd have been throroughly refitted, papered, painted, and reseated with fine settees. The walls seem to have renewed their youth. The trustees are acting with more vigor than usual. The Prof. seems to be a live man, hence we conclude that a more prosperous future is awaiting this, the Pioneer Institution of the Monongahela Valley (i.e.) if they can only be induced to use printer's ink more freely than they have been accustomed to. Frank Horner, son of Mrs. Julia Horner of Brownsville, was seriously injured by being run over by a cart with twenty bushels of coal in it. He fell from off the front end of the cart, and before the oxen could be stopped the whole had passed over his body, bruising his shoulder and neck and crushing his jaw. The wound was dressed by the Drs. Laidly, and is now healing rapidly. The little fellow bore the pain bravey. Mr. John S. Flenniken had an unfortunate smash up on the 6th inst. He was driving near Mr. Hogs, in Fayette Co. His horses became frightened, started to run, upset the buggy, throwing himself and wife upon the ground, bruising them badly and smashing the buggy before he could get them checked. Mr. Hiram Curl met with a similar accident near Jefferson. His horse frightened and began kicking, ran off, and tore things up generally, bruising and cutting Mr. Curl and his son quite badly. The electric fluid visited us in the course of its zigzag wanderings, striking the house of Mr. J. W. Hathaway but not doing much damage, except tearing a hole in the roof, and shivering a rain water berrel. It also burned two hay stacks for Mr. E. B. Bailey. August 17, 1870 ACCIDENT - We regret to learn that Hon. Jesse Lazear while endeavoring to catch a horse on his place near Baltimore, received a severe kick in the abdomen from his animal. He is now recovering and it is hoped will soon be about again. August 24, 1870 Married COURTWRIGHT-MARSH - On Saturday, July 23d, 1870, by Rev. H. K. Craig, at his residence in Waynesburg, Mr. W. D. Courtwright and Miss M. M. Marsh, both of Richhill tp., Greene county. August 24, 1870 A COPY has been handed us of the funeral discourse on the death of Prof. M. E. Garrison, delivered by Rev. A. B. Miller, at the home of the deceased, May 22, 1870. It is a very able discourse, and will be read with interest by the relatives and friends of the deceased.It can be had at the book store of Lewis Day. August 24, 1870 FIRE AT OAK FOREST - Great Destruction of Property - Steam Flouring, Saw Mill and Dwelling House Burned - No Insurance. One of the most destructive fires occurred at Oak Forest, six miles south west of this place, between 9 and 10 o'clock on Thursday night that has taken place in this county since we have had any recollection. On Thursday afternoon some of the machinery in the mill (known as Call's Mill) took fire from friction, but was supposed to have been entirely extinguished at the time; but it appears, was not. As at the time above named, a light was discovered in the mill, and on opening the doors the inside was found to be enveloped in flames, which soon laid the grist and saw mill in ashes. These mills were the property of John Call and James Hoge. The girst mill was a large one, having a fine engine attached, and contained at the time of the fire about 1,800 bushels grain, 1,300 of it being wheat. Two new run of Burrs had just been put in running order and were also destroyed. The fire extended from the girst mill to the nearest dwelling, owned by James Call, and occupied by Mr. Smith, which was also reduced to ashes, burning nearly all of Mr. Smith's household goods. Had the evening not been entirely calm at the time of the fire, in connection with the great exertions of the citizens, the whole village, (composed of some ten or fifteen buildings) would all have been consumed. As it was, three other buildings were on fire at the same tie, but were subdued through the great industry of the people present. Messrs. Call & Hoge are both practical carpenters and millrights, and had a full set of tools in the mill, which all were ruined. A wagon worth150 dollars standing in front of the mill was also burned up. This is a stroke upon these men, particularly Mr. Call, who has been unfortunate in business, and had just put himself in a way by which he thought to retrieve his fallen fortunes, as he owned nearly all the wheat in the mill; but in a few minutes it was all swept away. The most unfortunate part of the sad occurrence is there was no insurance on any of the property lost. How strange it is that owners of property will carry such heavy risks, when by expending a few dollars they can shift it all onto a company that is able and anxious to take the responsibility. Estimated loss $1,200. August 24, 1870 Died JENNINGS - In Centerville, Ind., July 2d (21?), 1870, sister Mary Jennings, in the 85th year of her age. The subject of this notice was born in Greene county, Pa. She and her husband, Nathaniel Jennings, were among the first accessions to our church in Waynesburg under the ministry of the now sainted Morgan and Bryan. Since the death of her husband she ahd lived here with her daughter Sarah, the widow of David B. Woods, who was killed by the Indians in Cal., about 20 years ago. Sister Jennings was consistently, devotedly pious. Her house was the home of our pioneer ministers in Pa. She leaves a large and respectable circles of friends and relatives with stricken hearts. May the God of all grace and consolation be their present help and refuge. "Gathered as a shock of corn fully ripe," she rests in peace. "Life's duty done as sinks the clay,          Light from its load the spirit flies, While heaven and earth combine to say, H. D. Onvett -Columbian Presbyterian August 31, 1870 A double funeral took place at Hewit Grove, near Rices Landing, on Saturday. The wives of Samuel and Daniel Sharpneck, sisters-in-law, were inferred at the same time. Mrs. Rhoda Armstrong, daughter of Alfred Armstrong, died on the 25th inst. September 7, 1870 TERRIBLE ACCIDENT - A very sad and distressing affair occurred in this place last Friday night, resulting in the death of a little child. As near as we have learned the particulars are as follows: A little girl about three years old, daughter of the late Daniel Owen (who, it will be remembered, was killed by a boiler explosion.) arose in the night for the purpose of getting a drink. An older sister, being troubled with toothache was using creosote (?) which was placed in a cup on the stand, and the child took the wrong vessel and drank of the poison, and in one brief hour was a corpse. Physicians were immediately summoned, and all possible was done, but nothing could save her. It is a distressing afflication to the family, and they have the sympathy of all. This is another warning, that we cannot be too careful in the handling of death dealing drugs, or weapons, and every one should heed it. September 7, 1870 Married BAILY-FLENNIKEN - On Thursday evening, September 1st, 1870, by the Rev. A. B. Miller, assisted by Rev. Dr. Bronson, at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. Will N. Baily and Miss Mary C. Flenniken, both of Waynesburg. Not alone for the abundant and luscious cake of which we were happy recipients, do we feel like wishing them prosperity and happiness, but for the kindlt feelings we entertain for them. HOPKINS-THROCKMORTON - August 13, by Rev. J. L. Stiffy, Mr. Donald Hopkins of Ohio and Miss Kate Throckmorton of Greene county. September 7, 1870 Died HOPKINS - At his residence in Morris tp., Aug. 12th, William H. Hopkins, in the 55th year of his age. The subject of the above notice was a good citizen, conscientious, amiable, trustworthy. He loved his country. In the dark days of the rebellion he stood up manfully, strenly for the night [sic]. He was a man of string mind, excellent sense and determined purpose. He will be missed in the M. E. Church, of which he was an exemplary and leading member, and in which he sustained for many years an official relation. SHRIVER - At his residence in Franklin tp., July 31st, 1870, John R. Shriver, in the 23d. year of his age. September 7, 1870 Married CLARK-BIDDLE - Sept. 12, 1870, by Rev. A. B. Miller, Mr. Alonzo J. Clark, of Morgantown, W. Va., and Miss "Stella" V. Biddle, of Carmichaels, Pa. GODDARD-CUSTER - Sept. 8, 1870, by P. M. Grimes, Esq., Mr. Reason Gooddard of W. Va., and Miss Elizabeth Custer of Greene Co., Pa. LANTZ-TANNERHILL - Sept. 4, 1870, by Rev. C. Tilton, Mr. George W. Lantz and Miss May Tannerhill, both of Greene Co., Pa. HEARTLEY-STEPHENSON - Sept. 8, 1870, by Rev. C. Tilton, Mr. Leroy Heartly, and Miss Robecca Stephenson, both of Cumberland tp., Greene Co., Pa. WOOD-RUSH - Sept. 5th, at the house of Spencer Fordyce, Rev. J. Call, Esq., Mr. Wm. Wood to Miss Charlotte Rush, both of this county. September 14, 1870 Married CARTWRIGHT-MORRIS - By Rev. Thos. Patterson, Sept. 18, at the residence of the bride's father, Isaac T. Cartwright, of Monongalia Co., W. Va., to Miss Leurina Morris, of Greene County, Pa. FREELAND-LONG - Tuesday, Sept. 20, 1870, at the house of the bride's mother, by Rev. H. K. Craig, Prof. W. Freeland, of Mt. Morris, and Miss R. V. Long, of Waynesburg, Greene Co., Pa. McCORMICK-ADAMS - At Rome, Adams co., Pa.Aug. 18th, by Rev. J. w. Griffith, assisted by Rev. E. P. Adams, Perry S. McCormick, brother of Judge McCormick, to Miss Ella D. Adams, formerly of this co. WELLS-RHOADS - At the home of N. H. McClellond, Waynesburg, Sept. 12, 1870, by Dr. A. B. Miller, Mr. J. Truman Wells, and Miss Anna A. Rhoads, both of Brownsville, Pa. We have no objection to any man coming here to get married, provided he acts the part of a Tru-man, and brings his woman with him. September 28, 1870 Married DEGOOD-ROSE - Sept. 22, 1870, by Rev. Jesse Adams at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. J. Lea DeGood to Miss Mollie E. Rose. Accompanying the above was a large and delicious cake, crowned with a beautiful bouquet of flowers and roses. Although the name Rosie is lost to her, yet we are certain that by "any other name she will be just as sweet"; and as the years roll on, may fresh and blooming roses spring up around them to cheer them on their way through life. TURNER-CRAIG - Sept. 29, by Rev. C. Tilton, Mr. abel Turner and Miss Sarah Craig, both of this county. GREGG-PRATT - Sept. 30, by the same, Mr. Geo. Gregg and Miss Maggie Pratt, both of this county. MOORE-VAN CAMP - Sept. 28, by Rev. H. K. Craig, Mr. D. Moore and Miss Annie M. Van Camp, both of this county. October 5, 1870 Married Spragg-Pratt - Oct. 8, by Rev. J. L. Stiffy, Lieut. Mark G. Spragg, of Wayne tp., and Miss Anna M. Pratt of Blacksville. October 19, 1870 BELOW is the result of the late election held for Township and Borough officers: Justice of the Peace - W. T. E. Webb. Constable - T. P. Nitchell. Judge of Election - John M. Bradford. Inspector - T. C. Hawkins, W. A. Hook. Assessor - E. P. Smalley, Joseph Wiley. Township Auditor - P. A. Knox. School Directors - James P. cosgray, J. F. Temple. BOROUGH - Burgess - W. N. Baily. Council - W. Rogers, Dawson Adams, Joshua Philips, Geo. L. Denny, Charles Bower. Borough Constable - Thos. Syphers. Auditor - Wm. Syphers. Assessor - H. H. Lindsey. October 19, 1870 WILLIAM ROSE was instantly killed by the kick of a horse at or near his home in Springhill township, Greene county, on the 6th. inst. He was one of our best citizens, beloved by all his neighbors and acquaintances. He has left a wife and one child to mourn his loss. May they enjoy the fullness of that blessed promise mad by Him who is a husband to the widow and a father to the fatherless. October 19, 1870 DIED - Walter G. Scott, and old resident of this city, died a few days since at his home in South Wheeling. Mr. S. was at one time a prominent local politician and filled one or more offices of public trust in the city. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity, and was buried with appropriate honors by the Order. - Wheeling Intelligencer. The subject of the above notice, was a brother of our townsman Wm. Scott. October 19, 1870 Died MOORE - On the 17th of October, 1870, at the residence of Dr. Woodruff in Centre township, Greene Co., Mr. Carl Moore, aged 79 years and about 4 months. Mr. Moore was born about 30 miles from Carlisle, Pa., June 17, 1791, and was brought to Greene county when about four years of age. He professed faith in Christ about 40 years ago and was baptised by Elder Seymour. He united with the Goshen Baptist church on Big Whitely Creek, Greene Co. He has been a deacon in the Baptist church for about 35 years. He served his country in the war of 1812. His wife was the eldest daughter of Mr. Nathaniel Jennings of Greene county. He died as he lived - a christian, resigned to the will of God, and "looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life." His integrity, gentleness and kindness, bore the respect and confidence of all who became acquainted with him. His children and numerous friends who loved him so well, can rejoice in the assurance that to him "to die was gain." KENT - On the 15th of Oct., 1870, Mrs. Margaret J. Kent, wife of Wm. Kent, at New Virginia, Warren Co., Iowa, aged 29 yrs., 9 months. November 2, 1870 Married McCANN-LITZENBERG - On the 15th of Oct., 1870 by Rev. J. S. Gibson, Mr. Pepe McCann, and Miss Bell Litzenberg, all of Greene co., Pa. SCOTT-CLUTTER - On the 20th of October, 1870, by Rev. M. Tilton, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. John M. Scott, and Miss Sarah A. Clutter, both of Greene Co., Pa. GANIEAR-HEDGE - On Sunday evening, October 23, 1870, by Rev. A. B. Miller, D. D., Mr. John H. Ganiear and Miss Tillie Hedge, all of this place. No Cards, no Cake and no poetry. November 2, 1870 GREENSBORO LOCALS - The usual serenity of our village was rudely interrupted on Tuesday afternoon by an altercation, resulting in the stabbing of Dr. stone, a well-known citizen. It sems that the Dr. had traded horses with the son of a man named Colebank. The father on learning of the transaction declared that he, not his son, was the rightful owner of the horse. He therefore brought the horse back, and in the absence of the Dr. proceeded to retrade. On his way home he met the Dr., and a quarrel ensued. Colebank drew a knife, and Stone, attempting to disarm him, ahd his thumb almost severed from his hand, besides receiving other serious cuts on his body. At the hearing, Colebank was retained on bail. November 2, 1870 Died HENNEN - At his residence in Gilmore tp., Greene county, Pa. Oct. 29, 1870, Stephen Hennen, aged 50 years, 2 months and 7 days. November 9, 1870 Died GRAYHAM - Oct. 14th, 1870, at the residence of her husband in Blue Point, Wayne Co., Ill., Mrs. Hester Graham, aged 40 years, 5 months and 10 days. Mrs. Grayhan was a daughter of A. C. and Lavina McCracken, and was born and raised in Washington county, Pa. She was married to William A. Grayham, Jan. 25, 1855. Some ten months before her death she professed religion and joined the Methodist Episcopal church in which she lived an acceptable and consistent member till the time of her death. She was a faithful wife and an affectionate mother, and has left a bereaved husband and five small children to weep because of this sad and mysterious dispensation of Providence. May He who ruleth all things well, bless and preserve them through all the troubles of life. November 23, 1870 Married SAYER-SHARP - On Thursday, Nov. 17, at 10 o'clock a.m. at the residence of the bride's father, bu the Rev. Mr. Griffith, James P. Sayer, Esq. and Miss Flora Sharp, daughter of Isaac Sharp, of Amity, Pa. Jim was a gallant soldier, is a noble fellow, and will make a good husband. With all our heart we wish the happy couple as much prosperity as they should enjoy in this world of circumstances. Many thanks for a delicious cake. THOMPSON-PETTIT - Nov. 17, 1870, by Rev. H. K. Craig, at his residence in Waynesburg, Mr. Nelson Thompson and Miss Elizabeth Pettit, both of Greene Co. November 23, 1870 LEG BROKEN - Wm. Phillips, the hero of many hair-breadth escapes, met with a sad accident last Friday. He was, with others, engaged in raising a sill at the Planing Mill when the lever fell, dropping the sill on his leg, near the ankle, breaking both bones. It is a dangerous wound. November 23, 1870 "JACK" GAINER, son of Widow Ganier, Hookstown, had a leg broken last week, by falling off his feet. He was playing with another boy, when by some means he tripped and fell - with the above result. November 23, 1870 THERE was a slight fire last Thursday at Thomas Syphers' residence, in the old Ledwith building. No damage done; though that is certainly a dangerous place for a fire. November 23, 1870 Our old friend, George Plants, of Aleppo tp., moves to Iowa in a few days. Greene will lose a good citizen and a staunch Republican. Just such men are making the glorious "Hawkeye State" rich and prosperous. Our kindest wishes go with him. November 23, 1870 Died STROSNIDER - In Blacksville, W. Va., of Typhoid Fever, Nov. 24, 1870, Mr. James Neson Srrosnider, aged about 20 years. The deceased was a promising young man - a general favorite. It is not known that he had an enemy. He professed faith in Christ the day before hs died and told his friends he was going home. He was conscious to the last - called his father to cross his hands and with a smile on his countenance and his eyes truned toard heaven he died without a struggle. Let not his grief-stricken friends murmur under this afflictive Providence, but live to meet him again. The death of one so young and promising admonishes all "to prepare to meet their God." GRAY - In Jackson tp., Sept. 22nd, '70, of Fever, Michael Gray, in the 52 year of his age. Mr. Gray was a consistent member of the Winebrainan church, of church of God, a good citizen, and much missed among his neighbors for his kind, upright and genial disposition, and christian deportment. The community can illy spare such men; yet He that knoweth all things doeth all things well. November 30, 1870 GONE HOME - Thos. W. Johns, a former citizen of this county, and an old class mate of ours, has been on a visit with his numerous relatives and friends in Greene county for the last six weeks. He left yesterday for his home in Ottawa, Illinois. "Tom" is a good fellow, and all he needs to make him a perfect man is another "rib," which we advise him to secure at once. The good people of Ottawa elected him Justice of the Peace last spring - a mark of no mean favor in a city of 12,000 inhabitants. If physical longitude is not necessary for the dispensation of Justice, "Tom" has it. However, corporal magnitude is not required to solve points of law, or to deal out justice between man and man; but a clear head and an honest heart, both of which we know him to possess. December 7, 1870 Married ROSS-THROCKMORTON - On Wednesday evening, Nov. 23d, '70 in Monongahela City, by Rev. James Sloan, D. D., Mr. Morgan Ross, of Waynesburg, Pa., and Miss Maggie Throckmorton, of Meadow Brook, Greene co., Pa. For the rich and abundant cake received, we hope their way through life may be calm and smooth as an unruffled sea, and plenty of earth's good things be theirs. MILES-BEBOUT - Sept. 1, 1870, by Rev. J. C. Moniger, Mr. John Miles and Miss F. B. Beabout, all of Wash. Co., Pa. DAY-M'VAY - By the same, Oct. 15, 1870, Mr. G. C. Day, of Greene Co., Pa., and Miss S. C. M'Vay, Wash. Co., Pa. JOHNSON-WOLF - By the same, Nov. 17, 1870, Mr. J. B. Johnson and Miss M. L. Wolf, all of Greene Co., Pa. DENNEY-COVERT - By Rev. Thomas Patterson, Nov. 23, Ross Denny and E. Fannie Covert, both of Fayette Co., Pa. December 7, 1870 A MILL took place at Rices Landing last Friday morning, between "Dick" Covert and "Jim" Watson. Which drew first blood we did not learn, as both made the claret flow freely. It's a pity these young men can't walk up and down this broad world without jostling each other and fighting about a "ferry road," a few feet in width. Remember gentlemen when you are called to "go hence," and launch forth onthe broad Monongahela of eternity, a little spot about six feet by two will be all the river bottom necessary to hide your pugilistic carcasses. Don't fight; it is poor pay. December 7, 1870 Married DURBIN-HOPKINS - Dec. --, by J. L. Stiffy, Mr. Enoch Durbin and Miss Eliza Hopkins, all of Greene Co., Pa. KENDALL-BAILY - On Wednesday evening, Oct. 27, at the house of the bride's parents, by Rev. Wm. Wyley, Esq., Mr. Samuel Kendall and Miss Maggie Baily, both of Cumberland township, Greene County, Pa. December 14, 1870 A SAD AFFAIR - A little girl, the only child of Wm. Ely, living two miles west of this place, while eating hickorynuts last Friday, got a small piece of kernal in its windpipe, which terminated in death on the following Sunday morning. This is a sad bereavement to this young couple; they have our sympathy. December 14, 1870 BOREMAN - On Wednesday evening, Nov. 16, 1870, in the 80th year of her age, Mrs. Sarah Boreman, widow of Kenner T. Boreman, Sr. at the residence of her son-in-law, James M. Stephenson, Esq., in the vicinity of Parkersburg, West Va. Mrs. Boreman was a native of this county and for many years a resident of this town. She was a daughter of William Inghram, Esq., and was for several years the surviving member of a large family. She married Kenner S. Boreman, a son of the first Prothonotary in this county. Several of their children amongst whom was Authur L. Boreman, late Governor and now United States Senator of West Virginia were born here. About 1826 her husband and family removed to Parkerburg, West Va. A writer in the Weekly Times gives the following particulars of her character and death: "On the evening of the 9th inst., in descending the hall stairs, on her way from her room to the dining room, she made a msi-step, falling several feet, and fatally injuring herself. She lingered in great pain until death on the 16th. The writer has been in the most intimate realtions with Mrs. Boreman for over forty years; and in that time has never heard her make an unkind remark of any one; nor does he ever remember to have seen her angry. Mrs. Boreman was a devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal Church from her childhood. If love for her family that knew no variableness; charity that thinketh no evil, and kindness to all makes the christian woman, then Mrs, Boreman was one of God's chosen ones on earth." CHRISTLY - Mrs. Adaline Christly, formerly Adaline Golden, daughter of Jas. Golden, dec'd, died at the residence of her husband, Mercer County, Pa., on the 10th inst. December 21, 1870 SAD ACCIDENT - On the 4th inst., a sorrowful and fatal accident happened to an interesting son aged 11 years, of Cephas Lindley, of Springhill twp., this county. At the dinner table the boy was missing; after Mr. Lindley had eaten he went out in search of his son, and seeing him in a sitting posture near a fence he went into the barn, which was close by, thinking the bor was all right; after some time he came out to find the boy in the same place, and going up to him found him dead. It is supposed the little fellow was trying to get his sled over the fence, and had fastened a strap attached to the sled around his neck, and the strap caught under a strong splinter, thus suspending him by the neck and strangling him to death. An inquest held returned a verdict according to the above facts. December 21, 1870 CRUSHED IN A COAL BANK - Samuel Miller was found crushed to death in a Coal Bank near the Poor House on Tuesday of last week. He left his home, some two miles from the bank, on Monday morning previous, telling his wife he would probably go up the road towards town, and consequently would not be home till next day. Some coal haulers seeing his boots and coat at the mouth of the bank the next day, and he not making his appearance, search was made , when he was found in the bank under a heavy weight of slate, it having caved in on him some time on Monday, it is supposed, killing him instantly. An inquest was held by Justices Clark and Rush and a verdict given according to the above facts. December 21, 1870 DEAD - Within the last few weeks Green county has lost four good citizens in the death of Levi Blackledge, Jennings C. Bernett, Johnson T. Smith, and Michael Gray. While the Republican party, in these men has lost four of its faithful adherents. December 21, 1870