February 6, 2002
Herald news ... 100 years ago
By Emma Jane Muir
Special to the Herald
- The annual ball of the Bachelors and Benedicts which occurred Friday evening, was one of the most delightful social evenings enjoyed in the city and was a great success in every particular. Eighty-four couples were present. The merry dancers tripped the light fantastic till 3 o'clock Saturday morning with music provided by the Stewart & Steffens full orchestra.
- Dr. J. W. Gauntlett has returned from Rapid City where he operated for a cataract upon the right eye of Mrs. Devol with perfect success. Mrs. Devol is now able to be about and can see well.
- Dean, Moon & Co. have shipped a large consignment of their new patent safety whiffletree ends to Spokane, Washington. This patent device is finding much favor with owners of vehicles and the firm is having all it can do to supply orders.
- Our correspondent at Ogdensburg reports that residents in that area are getting anxious about the smallpox and are going to be vaccinated. It is further reported that Mr. Ladd, the health officer, has quarantined a number of homes for scarlet fever, although all seem to be having it in a mild form.
- Amanda Hive of ladies in a body of 40 or more and their escorts, surprised their past commander, Mrs. Earl Johnson Thursday last. The evening was spent dancing, card playing and visiting. A beautiful present was left for the host and hostess in fond remembrances of the occasion.
- The local milk dealers and some of their best customers are desirous that the city create the office of city milk inspector. Each milk dealer would have to pay a license and pass inspection before he would be allowed to conduct business in the city. The expense to the city would not be great and the quality of milk in some cases would be greatly improved.
- The board of education met at a special session Saturday and elected I. H. Gilbert to be the new superintendent of schools to succeed C. H. Horn when his term shall have expired. Mr. Gilbert is presently in such a position at St. John. A contract was made soon after the meeting and signed. The term is for one year and salary $1,000.
- The most original and unique calendar issued here this year is probably that of the Oval Wood Dish Co. The illustration is from a Kodak photograph taken by Orson Peck and the subject is a group consisting of the three sons of W. C. Hull, grandsons of H. S. Hull, president of the company. In addition to the picture, there are some illustrations of the products of the factory, including clothespins.
- W. B. Miller brought this office a pat of butter recently which is not only delicious in quality, but equally good to look at. It is made in the shape of a full blown rose with open petals.
- The Twentieth Century Club and their gentlemen friends enjoyed a sleigh ride out to Archie Friday night and despite the stormy weather, had a good time. They hired the hall and music at that place and whiled away the evening with dancing and dining.
- James M. Pilbeam, one of the most interesting characters of the city, died Friday evening of a complication of disorders following a long-lasting illness. For about ten years, Mr. Pilbeam directed his attention to fancy gallery shooting in which he had a reputation in many parts of the United States and Canada. A unique personality, accommodating and generous to a fault, Jim will surely be missed by his many friends for years to come.
- Advice on deportment. The real wisdom and power of a conversationalist is shown in making a commonplace topic interesting.
- Medical advice of a century ago. To treat the bite of a mad dog, mix ashes of trefoil, or oak ashes, with hog's lard and anoint the part as soon as possible. Repeat twice or thrice every six hours.
- Best buy of the week. One-fourth off - Horse Blankets, Fur Robes and Fur Coats at E. F. Ferris.