Jermyn, known as "The Birthplace of First Aid in America",[4] is a borough which is located in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, United States.

In 1900, the population was 2,567, much of it attracted by the prospects of finding work at a large anthracite coal site in the region.

He instructed 25 miners from the Jermyn Coal Colliery how to provide quick, effective medical care until a physician could reach the mine.

After completion of the course, each of the miners was able to provide first aid to injured comrades—leading to dramatic reductions in serious mining injuries and fatalities.

A carnival and a massive fireworks display was held in East Jermyn at the St Michaels Russian Orthodox Hall grounds.

Makeshift jails were built throughout the town and located at several street intersections to accommodate persons that were inebriated from too much alcohol.