Saturday, January 31, 2009. The ground below South street was farm land. There were a few houses on South Main street some distance down. The population was about 1,200, and we seldom met strangers or those we did not know at least by sight. Houses were of frame, two stories in height, and the style of living much plainer than now. Most of the houses had gardens attached, which added much to the comfort of the residents, giving them fresh vegetables during the summer.

Sunday, February 22, 2009.

Monday, November 17, 2008. The tavern kept by Mr. Archippus Parish, in Wilkesbarre, was destroyed by fire on Friday, February 26th. To the exertions of the ladies is described, in a great degree, the saving of other buildings from destruction. This is mentioned as the first dwelling destroyed by fire in that borough since the Wyoming massacre.

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