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July 19, 1877
Mrs. G. R. Lennard, the popular Market street milliner, has a rare assortment of summer goods on hand. Ladies going to the seaside should examine her stock of straws, ribbons, laces, feathers, zephyrs, fancy hosiery and kid gloves a specialty. Remember Mrs. Lennard, 211 Market street, Chahoon Hall building.

Elegant weather for crops, but terribly oppressive on genus homo.

The old toll house on the plank road near Mill Creek was destroyed by fire last Thursday night.

Parasols at cost at Watt & Murray's.

It is not often that a weary editor and a wearier crew of compositors, are surprised on a hot summer night with a refreshing ice cream lunch, but all this happened at the LEADER office last night, and we are indebted to the young lady for the same, who furnished the cream and dished it out with her own fair hands.

Gents' gauze underwear at 50 cents a suit at L. & S. Lazarus.

Beautiful embroideries from 10 cents up, at L. & S. Lazarus.

Novelty! You can get a hand made, Havanna filler cigar for five cents at Horn Bros.

Selling trout rods at cost at 152 South Main, near corner Northampton.

Closing out fishing tackle at a great reduction in prices at 152 South Main, near corner Northampton.

The Murphyites (temperance movement) have secured the Market house and so will not erect a tabernacle.

Dr. Warner's Health corset, the best shape corset in Market, at Isaac Long's.

The thermometer stood at 96 degrees in the shade in this city on Monday afternoon.

Smoke old fashioned Spanish cigars.

The residents of the eleventh ward, and especially those who dwell on Hazle avenue, are rejoicing in the good work of Street Commissioner Ingham, who has just completed a large and sorely needed sewer, that runs from Washington street to the canal. It will give great relief.

The body of a lad was seen in the river bottom opposite Plymouth on Saturday by Daniel Corgan, a passenger on the "Wright", who jumped over and secured it. The child was accidently drowned.

The interior of the Valley House lower floor has been undergoing extensive alterations recently, under the architectural supervision of Contractor Houpt.

Mrs. Loftus of Parrish street tried the experiment of pouring coal oil into a lighted lamp on Monday...burned six persons pretty badly.

An appeal for eatables and clothing for children of four years and upward, comes from the managers of the Home for Friendless Children. Any donations will be delivered to the House free of charge if word is left with Mrs. Marx Long.

Fred C. Johnson can tell you to a dot when every steamer departs and when she will arrive at foreign ports. He sells tickets for Europe and may be found at the Gas Company's office daily.

S. M. Rhone, who was lately admitted to the bar, has already shown that his power of pleading is not deficient. His first case was one in which he and a lady were interested. He won the case, and the lady, too. He need not always expect the same degree of success, but this should encourage him. The lady was Miss Amana Waltman of Montgomery, Pa. The marriage took place May 2, 1877.

Little Locals - July 26, 1877
Some miscreant set fire to Mr. Calvin Parson's wheat field on Friday night last, but fortunately very little damage followed.

The German Reform Zion's church held a ball in Landmesser's hall on Monday evening. All pressed of nicely.

The Sons of Temperance concluded not to have their annual conclave here this week. Cause no matter.

Daniel Heffron, a miner employed by the Kingston Coal Company, was killed while at work on Saturday by a fall of roof which broke his back. His death was instantaneous.

The people of Luzerne county are moving to have a suitable and proper observance, during the next year, of the Centennial anniversary of the massacre of Wyoming. The entire population of the State should join in the project.

The Wyoming Artillerists, officers and all, took a plunge into the Susquehanna behind the ramparts of Brodhun's bathing house on Monday. Then they were also treated to ice cream. It was a free will offering and Mr. Brodhun was very properly tendered a vote of thanks.

A moonlight excursion on the "H. B. Wright" Tuesday evening, with music and dancing and only forty cents for the whole thing ought to invite a "goodlie companie". Let's go.

Some fancy goods in the show window of Mrs. N. E. Bowman's millinery store caught fire on Monday evening, but serious loss was prevented by the prompt action of Mr. Barring, the insurance agent, who was passing at the time.

On Monday, Willie, a bright little son of George Andrews, died of diphtheria, after a very brief illness. The little fellow was only eight years old but he pleaded hard to his mother "not to let him die". He was a favorite pupil at the Franklin street school. He was buried yesterday from the residence of his parents on South Main street.


August 2, 1877
Muzzle, muzzle, muzzle your dogs.

Shickshinny waters are full of bass, say the fisherman.

Today is the second of August and oysters only thirty days off.

Fried clams are particularly luscious arts of diet just now.

Counterfeit silver quarter pieces are in extensive circulation. Weigh before taking.

A great many people went out of town Saturday to visit friends or relatives in the rear districts.

Col. Shimer, of the Exchange, has been fitting up the adjoining building, formerly known as the Ocean House, for a dining room.

Two or three almond eyed sons of the Flowery Kingdom have been in town this week looking out for a chance to open a laundry.

Quiet has reigned in the base ball diamond so far as famous contests are concerned for some time past. The boys have had scrub matches with the "sojers".

That jolly company of young gents, who have been camping out at Bear Creek for the past ten days, returned on Monday evening, highly delighted with their sojourn in the woods.

Ben Dilley's frog, according to our Wilkes-Barre exchanges, is quite a "toady". Lemonade with a frog in it will no doubt be Ben's next inducement to Murphyites.

Little Birdie Andrews, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Andrews, only five years old, died of diphtheria Sunday evening. This makes two children in a week.

We were treated with a pleasant zither serenade on Tuesday evening by Messrs. Frank C. Bressler and John Dow. The former played the instrument finely and evoked the sweetest of melodies.

The Murphy temperance meeting at the Market House on Sunday afternoon was very largely attended. Rev. H. L. Jones of St' Stephen's Episcopal church was the principal speaker, and his remarks were well timed and eloquent.

When a small boy ran about the Bristol House with a telegram on Monday afternoon. and when it was subsequently ascertained that the dispatch announced the fact that the Lack. and Bloom. was open, the ten delayed Philadelphians who have been stopping at this favorite hostelry all raised their eyes upward and simultaneously said, "Thank heaven! Let's go and take a drink." And twas done.

August 9, 1877
A green worm about an inch long is said to be making havoc sad havoc among the cabbage.

The strikers are mostly railroad employees and miners, the rioters are mostly tramps and professional theives.

We'll all feel happier by and bye when this "cruel war is over." Keep a stiff upper lip and stick to the right is all that is needed..

The river steamers plying between this city and Nanticole were not stopped on Monday and Madtime Rumor is once more at falult.

A very large company of young Jewish people picnicked at Hanover on Monday. The affair was exceedingly interesting and pleasant throughout.

A committee of workingmen interviewed the Mayor on Saturday. He was sorry for them but could not face a higher rate of wages from the corporations.

The citizens propose holding an indignation meeting to protest against the increased valuation of property assessments proposed by the city commissioners.

The Bloomsburg Columbian says the contracts for the building of the new jail are being let in parcels - the stone work, brick work, iron work and steam heating each separately.

The gentlemanly telegraph operators in this city have had their hands full of business lately, but they have pushed it through without a growl. Easier times by and by, boys.

Mr. S. Cohen, the tobacconist, made himself famous with the 20th regiment on Tuesday by sending them a supply of tobacco, free of charge, which the boys needed and gratefully appreciated.

Frank Gowan has addressed a letter of thanks to his employees. Of course he does. Why shouldn't he? He's the only man making any money in the railroad and mining businesses just now. A strike in this region just tickles him to death.

The night trains on the Valley road are running again.

The mechanics in the Valley shops have resumed work.

Squirrel hunters will be soon abroad. Better shoot them than men.

Unusually large crops this season are among the indications of the good times coming.

The Luzerne County Agricultural fair will be held at Wyoming, October 3d, 4th, and 5th.

Nearly all the old Lehigh Valley train men at Hazleton have been re-employed at the old rates.

A large supply of pistols of the most approved patterns have just been received by Wells, on Market street. Mr. Wells also expects today a fine assortment of spoons, hooks, rods and reels, and other fishing goods. Call and examine.

The printers and tobacconists play a game of baseball on the brickyard grounds this afternoon. Last season the "manipulators of the diminutive messengers of thought" beat the dealers in the noxious weed".

The Market House during the days of its occupancy by the regulars was the liveliest place in the city. Hundreds of folks crowed around the entrance continually peeping in upon the soldiers as one does wild beasts in a menagerie.

An exciting runaway occurred on Monday when the Leader's team, driven by Charles Stair, took to their heels on Blackman street. In turning a corner the wagon was upset and the driver and a son of Officer Myers were thrown out and slightly bruised.

The balconies of the Valley House this week have presented the appearance of a military headquarters. Officers have been as numerous as the leaves of the forest, and orderlies have been kept rushing hither and thither as in days of old before the "cruel war was over".

The cool evenings with which the past few days have been supplemented have lessened the number of moonlight promenaders along the river front, and many loving words, so sweet to ears attuned for their reception, remain most loved while visions of overcoats and illuminating low down grates have stared us all in the face.

The temperance meeting which was to have been held at the Market House on Sunday night was transferred to the Baptist church Northampton street owing to the occupancy of the former building by soldiers who came in Sunday morning. The pastor made a stirring address and the meeting was enthusiastically appreciative of his efforts. The movement is prosperous, and new recruits are added nightly to the temperance army.


August 16, 1877
Delightful and profitable rains this week.

A new steamer, the "Clipper" is now plying between this city and Nanticoke.

The Welsh Cornet Band furnished the music at the Murphy temperance meeting on Tuesday evening, and it was excellent music in the bargain.

Bass fishing on the Susquehanna has been resumed and big stories are in vogue again.

Four parrot guns with eighty horses and a complement of United States soldiers. all forming a battery of artillery arrived in this city on Sunday and are in park near Lee Park.

Yesterday was assumption day in the Catholic calendar, and the services at St. Mary's church were well attended.

Disturbances near the Prospect mines this week hurried a company of the 29th regiment to that locality. Since that time the regular shifts have worked right along.

Over twelve men have been arrested and either imprisoned or held to bail since the resumption of business on the railroads for their actions in the stoppage of trains in this locality.

James Price, in the employ of Sharp the market man, was badly kicked by a horse on Sunday. He is still pretty sore but will recover.

The Ben Dilley nine met the Pat S. nine in a base ball contest on Saturday at Lee Park, and in seven innings won the game by a score of 7 to 2.

The Stickney block at the corner of Union and Franklin is rapidly approaching completion. All is finished save the carpenter and decorator. They will be ready for occupancy by November 1st. Mr. Near, the builder, deserves praise for the very handsome way in which he designed and constructed these buildings.

The Mendelssohm Society concert last evening at the Market House was a very entertaining and delightful affaire. It was given to attract attention to the Murphy temperance meetings. There was a very large attendance and everyone was more than pleased. The address of Mr. Bedford on "Song" was an eloquent and passionate tribute to the divine attribute.

Col. Harry Laycock, the popular host of the Bristol House, will represent the republicans of this district at the State Convention.

October 23, 1977
This is first class ague weather.

We hear very little of our country fair.

Latest in dress trimmings, at Isaac Long's.

The air is burdened with heat in the day time and fog at night.

The Fifth ward pound is completed and the High Constable is filling it with dogs.

Gray camel's hair for polonaise, at Isaac Long's.

Dog days are upon us with a vengence, and man wants very little exercise just now.

Vegetables of all kinds are cheap and plenty.

The watermelon lingers and has grown to be a luxury.

Call at Schlumbach's - old post office restaurant, and try his Easton beer. First class.

Peaches, large and luscious, are crowded the markets. They will be cheaper in a few days.

The dog law is in force and if you do not wish to lose your "pup," muzzle him.

An emigration fever has set in and it is a very healthy time to talk the matter over, too.

Squads of regular soldiers have made nightly patrols this week picking up those of the command who were out without leave.

Fresh Easton beer on draught, at old Postoffice restaurant. A. V. Schlumbach, proprietor.

The schools are getting ready to open and the boys and girls who have had a long holiday are so glad.

Fall style of ladies' hats are already making their appearance in some of the shop windows of the milliners.

Valentine Wick, with a load of oats on a buck board, had the misfortune to break a wheel on Northampton street yesterday.

The days of the week have been exceedingly warm and we have envied those more fortunate people who are enjoying the sea shores or the breezy mountaintop.

Lovers of the "weed" will find it to their advantage to call at Frank Long's.

It is claimed that there is really more enjoyment in witnessing the contests played by the Ben. Dilley ball club, than there is in the exhibition of older clubs.

Berghman's zephyrs, Germantown yarn and stocking yarn, full assortment at Isaac Long's.

We call the especial attention of our reader to the fact that Mt. Dougherty has opened a first class grocery and provision store at No. 72 Public Square. Give him a call.

The days of trails are nearly over, and ladies dresses will soon cease to trail over the sidewalk like a sweeper's broom so the latest Parisian fashion says.

Oil cloths in al widths and latest patterns, at very low prices, at Isaac Long's.

Several men have been arrested since last issue charged with participation in riotous demonstrations in this locality. Some were held and others discharged on bail. Four men were sent to Pittsburg, but were returned by the United States Court Judge.

Six companies of the United States soldiers were paid off last week. Twelve thousand dollars were disposed of in this way. A large percentage was left with our merchants, and the latter are in favor of an immediate increase of the regular army.

The old fashioned Spanish cigar knocks the Royal Blossom into a cocked hat. Get them at Frank Long's.

Benjamin Reese, aged 15 years, son of Edward Reese, was drowned at Nanticoke on Monday at 2 o'clock pm. He was fishing from the comb of the dam and falling in was carried over. Before he could be reached by the boys that were with him, he had floated down into deep water where he sank and was not found until 7 o'clock in the evening.

A writer says "There is no sin that doth more deface God's image than drunkenness. It disguiseth a person and doth even unman him. It gives him the throat of a fish, the belly of a swine, and the head of an ass. Drunkenness is the shame of nature, the extinguisher of reason, the shipwreck of chastity, and the murderer of conscience.


August 30, 1877
Flower thieves still ply their annoying bad actions.

Lobsters have been a luxury lately among parties.

The soldiers in this vicinity consume 2450 loaves of bread per day.

The eclipse was an entire loss. Nobody saw the moon nor the sky.

Plenty of poor side walks in town and its about time complaint wasa made.

Fringes in all the fall shades at very low prices at Isaac Long's.

The Lehigh Valley shops present a very busy appearance. Repairs are making to old engines.

Choice confectionary of all kinds at Crowell's.

If any merchant thinks advertisements are not read let him advertise to give away a calico dress pattern.

The street commissioner has omitted nothing in the way of keeping the thoroughfares in good condition lately.

In thirty days the sea side resorts will be empty and things at home will come in for a share of appreciation.

Ravenous dogs recently killed a fine brood mare and an Aldeny calf near Kingston. Hunger was the impelling force.

Mr. Charles Dougherty's new grocery store on Public Square is becoming very popular, and he is doing a splendid business.

Our merchants are feeling terribly depressed, but we firmly believe that a season of wonderful activity will follow the present dullness.

Secure the first selection from the elegant assortment of fall goods now at Morse & Weyna's two doors from Luzerne House.

The newest imported kid gloves are embroidered on ther seams with rows of heavy chain stitching with silk to match in color.

The popular milliners the Misses Bristol & Maloy of No. 22 Public Square have just received the fall styles of hats and flowers. Call and see them.

The Record will raise the price of their paper to five cents after tomorrow. Then let the Lehigh Valley railroad open on the Record.


Kate Mann jumped the fence at Lee Park on Friday last and spilled her owner and driver Mr. William S. Wells to the ground. Fortunately nobody hurt.

Dogs and dog owners have been up before the mayor this week in numbers. Tomorrow about 20 gentleman are to be fined for not complying with the dog ordinance.

"Mayor" Parsons had nothing to do with issuing orders relative to the dog tax. Mayor Loomis was home on Monday night, and he is responsible for all orders of this nature.

Mr. Charles Parrish is erecting a fine block of dwelling houses on the south end of the old jail lot on Washington street. Mr. J. H. Bowden is the architect. This will be a decided improvement to this locality.


September 6, 1877
The Luzerne Union dies hard.

It is September now and lawful to hunt "dears".

Oysters are ripe and may be taken on the half shell.

Black silk bonnets are imported to take the place of felt ones for fall.

Rumors are rife that the railroaders will strike agan on the 15th. Don't believe it.

A toy telephone is appearing, but it fully illustrard the principle of the graber instrument.

The schools opened on Monday and the pupils looked as rosy and bright as the clear September day.

A cork carpet is the latest thing, and Wolfe & Co. , druggists, have one lid down in their establishment.

Mr. Frederick Seibert, an old and highly esteemed citizen, died at his residence on Hill street Sunday morning.

Many of the fall costumes are made with square necks, to be worn over chemisettes, which are again coming into favor.

Under the present license law it is no offense to permit drinking at hotels on Sundays. The sale of liquors is an offense, however.

The Woman's City Mission holds its regular monthly meeting this afternoon at 4:30 in the rooms of the Y. M. C. association.

The city presented a lively appearance on Monday. The opening of Court week brought hundreds of people from all parts of the county here.

Colonel Schluembach, at his new restaurant in the old post office building, is doing a big business, especially in Bohemian lager, a newly imported article.

Conductor McNeal, of the Lehigh Valley railroad, was fined five dollars by Mayor Loomis on Saturday for obstructing the Hazle street crossing with his train.

The reason the temperance folks didn't nominate an Associate Judge, was because there isn't a sober lawyer in the country who would take the nomination.

There is no use talking. Messrs. Horn Bros., at the Moss Rose cigar and tobacco store, have some of the finest and best brands we ever came across. The smoker and chewer will find the very choicest samples in their immense stock. They are large manufacturers, and are located corner East Market street and Public Square.

Love is a magnet, and so is the new bait which Charley Wells has at his establishment. Fish fairly cry for it. He just received a fresh lot, together with some baseball goods.

A dinner will be given tonight at the Bristol House to the Wyoming Artillerisyts, by the newly elected captain, Mr. Tom C. Parker. Invitations have been extended to some of our most distinguished citizens, and we have no doubt the affair will be a generous and enjoyable one.

A brace of Brewery Hillites were before the Mayor on Saturday charged with raising a disturbance in Mrs. Richard's saloon on Northampton street and firing off their revolvers in the place. Their names are Joseph Westover and John Gardner. They were committed to jail in default of bail.

A drunken man and his wife while attempting to cross a plank over the aqueduct at Mill Creek one day last week, lost their balance and fell on the rocks below, a distance of twenty feet. The man was not hurt but the woman was carried to the hospital and during the night died of her injuries. She was 50 years of age and left a family of small children.

On Saturday last N. Miller Horton made a fortunate escape from death while attempting to pass over the L & S tracks at the Hanover street crossing. He is hard of hearing and did not notice an approaching train before the cow catcher struck the rear of his vehicle, slovering it to pieces and tossing Mr. Horton into an adjacent cellar way, bruising him but not materially injuring him.