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Newspaper

Clearfield Weekly Progress

Location

Clearfield, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1914

Page

6

Masked Man in Carman Case Sparks New Twist

Detectives find a box of 38 caliber cartridges in the attic of Dr. Edward Carman’s Long Island home near the dictograph hiding spot. Mrs. Carman and her husband deny knowledge of any weapon as investigators trace calls between the Carman and Bailey homes amid an attempted assassination claim and murder of Mrs. Bailey. Cecelia Coleman the cook testifies that counsel pressured her to sign an affidavit. Carman’s tale of an attempted killing is supported by two witnesses.

International News Service New York Freeport Long Island Edward Carman Louise Bailey Carman

Pocketbook Restored by Honest Woodland Youth

Dr. G E Mauk of Woodland lost a pocketbook with 73 dollars in Clearfield after visiting a drug store and staying with friends on Turnpike avenue. Lee Huncberger, an employee of Harbison Walker in Woodland, found and returned the wallet and money, earning the doctor’s gratitude and praise for his sterling honesty.

G. E. Mauk Woodland Clearfield Turnpike Avenue Mauk Lee Huncberger Harbison-Walker Company Lee

Old Soldier Fiddlers a Strong Feature at New Opera House

The Old Soldier Fiddlers were a top feature at the New Opera House in Clearfield last week with shows Thursday to Saturday. The act, a Keith production, drew crowded rooms and strong praise, sharing billing with the boys in blue and grey from Civil War history and drawing on veteran expertise from Col. Pattee’s connections.

Fiouse Keith Clearfield Howse Pergatis Cel J A. Pattee Afe Insurance Company Cor.oman G. W. Wolfe Capt J. K C. H. Hammerster Confedrestes Woliere Huntingdon W. Na Reading

Afrs Johnson leads Olney area revival meetings in Osceola Mills

Sunday afternoon Afrs Johnson spoke to Presbyter church ladies where three accepted Christ. Meetings at the tabernacle drew large crowds Tuesday. Mrs Dunkle sang Face to Face. Rev Johnson preached on seeking the kingdom of God with Spirit’s calling urged. 723 new commitments noted by close of service. Anti Booze parade planned tonight. special train leaves at 11 PM. Johnson to address men at tabernacle. Rev Farrell to speak to ladies in churches.

Afrs. Johnson Christ Tabernacle EM. Dunkle Johnson Jesus Christ Hell Ersong Farrell

Woodland and River Ball teams ready for Thursday clash

The Woodland baseball team will cross bats with the River Ball team Thursday evening at Woodland. A good game is promised as locals enjoy swings and shade recently installed in Mineral Spring park. Frank Snyder and wife spent the Fourth at Retort with H. C. McClure. Frank reportedly pitched two games for Woodland in Retort, winning both. C. E. Young and daughter Mabel and Dollie Stevens attended evangelistic meetings in Osceola Mills. A. B. Walker of Harbison-Walker Co. speaks. his exhibit won first prize at the Clearfield Fourth industrial parade.

Woodland Mineral Spring Park Frank Snyder Retort H.C. McClure Frank C. E. Young Mabel Dollie Stevens Osceols Mills A. B. Walker Harbison-Walker Company Clearfield

Sensation in Chicago Society Over Bride Declared Insane

Mrs Helen Morton Bayly, wife of Roger Bayly of Virginia, was found insane by a panel of doctors on June 30 under Judge Clark’s ruling. The 22 year old heiress, who wed three weeks earlier at Col George Fabyan’s Getteva home, was placed under care as the news shocked North Shore society.

International News Service Chicago Helen Morton, Bayly Roger Bayly Virginia W. B. Guild A. B. Cooper Clark North Shore

Factory Paralyzed by British Army Aid Plant Walkout

London reports 7000 factory workers strike halting arms and ammunition production for Britain’s army and navy. About 5000 protesters joined Saturday, 1500 remain at work but unable to operate. The disruption impacts wartime supply chains and related industries.

London Britain Army Navy

Accidents Few at Fourth Driving Park Races

Reports indicate only one mishap occurred during the Fourth at the driving park. A thoughtless boy darted in front of a horse during the races and was toppled but not badly hurt.

Plot to Rob the Mahaffey Bank Revealed by DuBois Boy

A DuBois boy nicknamed Shorty disclosed an alleged plan to rob the Mahaffey bank. Officers detained an elderly man and an accomplice. authorities monitored Mahaffey during Fourth of July celebrations. The would-be robbers reportedly fled after learning police were watching, missing the opportunity to break the bank safe.

DuBois Shorty Williams- Perrm DuBois Mehaffey Mahaffey Amers Tethries Junction Lita Welch Moore Ben

Officials chagrined over Mexican vote

Washington July 6 officials in Washington are chagrined by Huerta's Sunday election victory. It is believed Huerta will use the vote of confidence to entrench himself. President Wilson deems the election valueless as an index of public sentiment and says it will not change the administration's stance toward Huerta.

Totemationsl News Service Washington Huerta Wilson

Victor Murdoch Speaks Concert Offer In Avon Event

Victor Murdoch Speaks continues from earlier pages with a schedule of Thursday events. Avon players perform The Toy Symphony at 7:30, Robert Starbuck with sister give end piano and xylophone at 7:45, Chauncey Hopkins discusses Bright Eyes and Wild Hearts of Our North Woods at 8:15. Dr Hawkins, descendant of Daniel Boone, presents nature photography and a camera hunting lecture featuring never-harmed game. Local nature lovers urged to attend.

Avon Players Toy Symphony Robert Starbuck Chauncey J. Hopkins North Woods Daniel Boone Hawkins

Mrs Angle Case Seeks Transfer to Bridgeport Jail

Stamford dispatch reports District Attorney requests Helen M. Angle be moved from current detention to Bridgeport jail. Police expect transfer immediately as Angle is connected with Waldo Ballou death. Rumors say she has supplied full information to authorities.

Bridgeport International News Service Stamford Conn Brennan Phelan Helen M. Angle Waldo Ballou

President Nominates Ira N Morris Minister to Sweden

The president today nominated Ira Nelson Morris of Chicago to be minister to Sweden. The nomination came from Washington on July 6 and assigns Morris to represent the United States in Stockholm.

Sweden Washington Ira Nelson Morris Chicago

Ballot Belongs to Woman in Equal Suffrage Debate

A writer argues that granting women the ballot adds responsibility not burden, urging timely adoption and noting global progress. The piece cites Wyoming’s early suffrage, argues women’s voting is right, and says parties seek the voter’s influence while women may initially err yet purify politics as mothers of the world.

Australia Mothers of the World London United States England America Wyoming

Auto Crash Kills Four From McKeesport Visit

A party of four from McKeesport visiting Bedford and Everett was involved in a steep hill collision near Hooversville while passing another car. James Topley, Dolly Price, Mrs. John S. Hildinger died instantly or soon after. Other occupants were injured, including Mrs. James Topley and Mrs. John J. Hildinger. The group had traveled to visit A B Bain’s family.

McKeesport A.B. Bain Redford John M. Bain Clearfield Bedford Everett Hooversville James Topley Dolly Price Everet John 5. Hildinger Johnstown Casper Lowery John J. Hildinger Frank John Bl.Bain A. B. Bain Topley

Ferdinand's Slayer Makes Confession In Sarajevo

Sarajevo reports Gravio Prinzio, accused of killing Archduke Ferdinand and his morganatic wife, has made a full confession. The disclosure names high Servian officials and fears a massacre of Serbians in Austrian territory prompt cautious public release by authorities.

Sarajevo Bosnia Gravio Prinzio Arelj Ferdinand Servia

Signature Certification on Hungarian Deed in Hungary Transfer

Prothonotary John H. Moore certified a deed by Kelemen Peter transferring property in Hungary to Dr. Toronszky. Peter resides in Winburne. Moore certified that Squire Howe of Winburne is a duly qualified justice of the peace. The Hungarian deed is printed with crooked wording. Subscribe for the Progress.

John H. Moore Smorning Kelemen Peter Hungary Toronszky Peter Winburne Moore Squire Howe

Methodist Day at Lakemont Park Provides Strong Program

Clearfield Methodists prepare for the seventeenth annual gathering of the sons and daughters of Wesley at Lakemont Park Altoona on Thursday July 0. Grace Church will cater meals. Morning sermon by Ezra H Yocum D D Belle fante. Afternoon address by Dr W S Bovard. Night program features Dr J Fred Heisse on Sights and Experiences in Touring Europe with vivid, informative talk for a full day’s crowd.

Clearfield Methodists Sons and Daughters of Wesley Lakemont Park Altoona Grace Church Rey Ezra H. Yocum D. D Bellefante W. S. Bovard Methodist Brotherhoo Europe J. Fred Heisse Baltimore Mneet Old Country

Local Socials Roundup From Clearfield and Curwensville

Anna, Charlotte and Lyle visit in Clearfield while Mrs Joseph Bowles and Pauline Owens dine with Moore. Allen Barnett recovering after a bite. Rev Perry and Mrs Barnett host supper. Curwensville guests include Miss May Kelley with sister Mrs Lucilla Bloom. Mr and Mrs Spackman host niece Luella Bloom. Ottie and Clovis Moore, Olive Owens visit McCracken family. Brayil Smiths and Mapes family hear. Vera Goudrier returns home near Odessa. Nellie McCracken visits from Haffey. Jennie Tate and Bradshams with Louisa McCracken. Curtis Read’s family with Ben Long at Krebs. Blair McCracken and Clovis Nico attend Kerrmoor Grange. Evening at Kerrmoor ends with friends at Em Oweng’s near Kerrmoor. Evening in Glen Richey with Kerrmoor students, casual talk, games, strawberries and sweets.

Anna Charlotte and Lyle Am ' Clearfield Evenine Joseph Bowles Misa Pauline Owens Moor Moore Allen Barnett Cauteriz Allen Harry Barnett Drew Perry Clyde McCrackens May Kelley Frie Lucilla Bloom Richard Curwensville Luella Bloom Olive Clovis Moore Owens McCracken Y Ralph Smith Ang J Mapes Ira Mullen Vera Goudrier Caldwell Odessa Nellie McCracken Ofhaffey McCracken Plac Jennie Tate Littes Glendon E Bradsham Curtis Elizabeth Sumlay Ben Long Krebs Blair McCracken Clovis Nico Grange Kerrmoor Oweng Ednag Geerl Read Edna Elma James Carlton Rowles Susie Barnett Ruth and Ashley Gertrap Mease Cora Glen Richey Ant. Bells

Marriage Licenses Listed for Several Couples

Dayton Shifter and Grace Nebgen of Clearfield pending licenses. Albert A. Duckett and Margaret Ogden of Lawrence township. Verne Long and Della Orle of Pike township. Walter McGill of Bigler and Bertha Olsen of Woodland. E. D. Anderson and Jennie Palmquist of Lance. Emerson K. Shope of Clearfield and Stella A. Murray of Shawville. Robert Laing and Margaret White of Coalport. Ivan Westover and Frances Isabell Killian of Chest township. Andrew J. Jacobson and Violet E Broadbent of Helvetia.

Dayton Shifter Grace Nebgen Clearfield Albert A. Duckett Margaret Ogden Lawrence Township Verne Long Della Orle Pike Township Walter McGill Bigler Bertha Olsen Woodland E. D. Anderson Jennie Palmquist Lance Emerson K. Shope Stella A. Murray Shawville Robert Laing Margaret White Coalport Ivan Westover Frances Isabell Killian Chest Andrew J. Jacobson Violet E' Broadbent Helvetia

Silly Adams Shines for Pittshurst-Der Bois Contest

The Pittsburgh Federal baseball team defeated DuBois 4 to 0 in a close game Tuesday. Silly Adams, a Clearfield boy, pitched for Pittsburgh and struck out. Line men Billy joins relatives in Clearfield.

Silly Adams Pittsburgh Federal Naseball DuBois Bote Adams Clearfield Pittsburgh Billy

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