Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Clearfield Weekly Progress in Clearfield, Pennsylvania

We have 17,918,174 pages in Pennsylvania

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Clearfield Weekly Progress

Location

Clearfield, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1915

Page

7

Husbands on Approval at Classplay Wins Praise

The school’s production of Husbands on Approval impressed audiences with a lively, creditable performance from ten cast members led by Nancy Glover. The comedy follows a twenty one year old heroine as she tests love with a lineup of suitors, while the family watches the playful chaos unfold around a breakfast table and a mounting tangle of affections.

Igailsemorous Younh J Ledstows Kathryn Kawes Wale Chaglin Richard Hugperald Doko ‘Graham Jack Fulford Willard Chas Richard Impressario Case Emier Nancy Glover Kathryn Bowes Robert Devon Robert Han Seaver Wal Graham Maynard Rowe Willard Chase Dick Fitzgerald Dale Chaplin Railore Padeshibille Nancy Nance Colonel Rowe Philippines Vin Srayes Piot

Amateur cast shines in lively college comedy

A capacity Susquehanna College production delighted audiences with a witty farce and strong acting. Col Rowe and Mrs. Ginger spark mutual interest, Miss Buck overcomes youth, and the ensemble, including Dick Fitzgerald and Rita Glover, delivers confident, polished performances. The college orchestra supplied crisp music as the show drew a full house.

Robert Nancy Col. Rowe Mrs Ginger Dick Fitzgerald Canbles Hamilton Seavey Rita Glover Buck Thayer Susquehanna College of Music Orchestra

Third Ward Triumph Over Stronach In Park Game

The Third Ward team defeated Stronach 11 to 9 at the park. Stronach led until the ninth when Third Ward rallied with Jim’s hits and a McCracken spit ball swing. A notable feature was a triple play involving Lansberry, Sharpe, and Lansberry.

Third Ward Stronach Raor Waal Jim McCracken Lansberry Sharpe

Austrian Aviators Bombard Bari and Brindisi

Austrian aviators bombarded the Italian Adriatic coast today hitting Bari and Brindisi. One man was killed and two wounded as Brindisi, a principal Adriatic harbor, endured the attack while Bari lies about 40 miles north of Brindisi.

Rome Lisiian Sea Bari Brindisi Adriatic Italy

Difficult Matter To Bunt In Athletics Slugger Says

Rube Qldriog of the Athletics cautions that bunting at risk of injury when fans push the play. He notes pitchers first basemen and possibly the second baseman converge, risking spikes and a harsh call against the runner.

Rube Qldriog Athletics

No Smoking Policy For White Sox Manager Enforced

A strict no smoking rule is reported affecting White Sox manager Clarence Mon chicazo. The order appears to target team officials and players while Rowland reportedly abstains from smoking and does not change. The piece suggests the policy is in force across the club with emphasis on discipline and adherence.

White Sox Clarence Monchicazo Rowland Chan

Near Sacrifice Of Five In Auto Accident At Crossroad

Five people escaped serious injury after a car driven by Edward Gallagher of Curwensville crashed at a crossroad near Higler. Frankie Laughlin Ellen McDivitt Winifred Nolan and Gallagher’s nose and minor injuries were reported. Nolan suffered a deep arm wound requiring stitches. The vehicle toppled onto George Wilson’s porch, landing in his yard after a failed right turn.

Ed. Gallagher Curwensville Frankie Laughlin Higler Mr. Gallagher Laughlin Mr. Wilson Gallagher McLaughlin McDisitt Sears Lise Wink Nolan

LED FRANK CASE HEARD BY STATE COMMISSION

A state commission heard the led Frank case regarding the death sentence. The proceedings concern the application of a commuted or altered punishment and the outcome remains pending. Details are unclear due to fragmented text.

Frank Case State Commission Nia Firte M. Frank Tifa

Italians Capture Fort in Tyrol Alps War News

Italians seized a strong fort in the Tyrol Alps while French forces damaged the German consulate at Hiaso. Reports note Italian units overran the position as action intensified on the front with allied and German responses.

Tyrolian Alps Hiaso

Russians on Offensive Take 19000 Prisoners

Petrograd reports the Russians are advancing in Galicia and along the western front. In the Praemyast area the action favors the Russians, according to an official release. Between May 12 and May 24 Russian forces captured about 19 000 enemy troops.

Petrograd Galicia Praemyast

Railway President Strongly Optimistic On Latin American Trade

The New York Central Lines president A H Smith praises expanding Tetra American trade and reciprocal business with Central and South America. He urges understanding the Latin American viewpoint and meeting partners halfway to boost commerce and common development amid Washington talks among bankers and officials.

Centraland South America Washington A. H. Smith New York

Opera House Burns With 200000 Loss

A fire destroyed an opera house early today causing about 200000 in damage. The Fred 31 Lands estate owned the building, with one third insured. The Erie Band, oldest in the United States, located on the fourth floor, suffered heavy losses including two sets of uniforms and most instruments. Several tenants faced losses from the blaze and related damage.

Taansport Fred 31. Lands Estate Repa Band United States Ovker Williz We Mome Life Assurance Mal- Melita

Splendid Borough School Exhibits Show Student Skill

Students in the borough high schools display strong skill in art domestic science and manual training in a two day exhibit at the high school. The cart department features advanced handiwork by young pupils and raffia designs with mats hats and baskets. Miss Fatmie E. Cassel supervised all grades while Miss Merle Chamberlain directed the domestic science section. The manual training exhibit showcases tables benches book racks davenports stools and a dressing table with tall mirrors, praised for the pupil work and Prof. L. Carlton’s supervision.

Cart Fatmie E. Cassel Merle. Chamberlain L. c. Carlton

Majestic Battleship Officers Saved in Dardanelles

The admiralty announced that all officers of the British battleship Majestic were saved. A full report on the number of survivors aboard the ship has not yet been received. The dispatch, dated June 1 from United Press is from London.

United Pressey London Admiralty Dardanelles

Turks Lose 40,000 Thus Far in War

Cairo reports on Sun 1 noting allied announcement of Turkish losses in the ongoing war. The figure cited is 40,000 casualties to date, with the tally described as official counts from allied forces. The message emphasizes the war’s toll on Turkish troops.

Cairo Sune Hari

Germany to Persist in Submarine Warfare

Berlin reports German Foreign Secretary Von Jagow insists Germany will not abandon submarine warfare as long as fighting at sea remains. He rejects premature talks on Lusitania and defends freedoms at sea, while accusing Britain of dictating high seas. President Wilson readies a second note, aims to respond firmly and may end diplomatic ties if Germany stalls.

Cilted Press Berlin Herr von Jagow United Press America Germany England High Seas Washington United States Wilson State Department Lusitania Res

Allies Rout Turks in Gallipoli Peninsula Action

London reports heavy fighting on Gallipoli results in a Turkish rout with at least 2000 casualties. British losses are about 200. On May 28 French forces captured a key Turkish redoubt on the far left and held the position after Turkish counterfire and a failed attack on French left flank.

London Gallipoli

General Federation of Women's Clubs Meet Opens

In Portland Oregon on June 1, Mrs. W Pennypacker of Austin Texas opened the council of the General Federation of Women s Clubs with a sharp gavel tap. The White Temple auditorium housed delegates from about 9,000 clubs and 49 federations, representing two million organized women worldwide.

Portland Orc W. Pennypacker Austin Tex General Federation of Womens Clubs White Temple General Federation of Women’s Clubs

Germany calls Landsturm members of first class

Amsterdam June 1 The Reichsanzeiger Berlin publishes an order summoning to the colors all first class Landsturm final reserve forces not previously summoned This does not apply to Bavaria Germans must report between June 8 and June 30 those outside Germany to report as soon as possible.

Amsterdam Holland Reichsanzeiger Berlin Landsturm Bavaria Germany

Alleged Bogus Check Attempt In DuBois

Henry Purdy of DuBois was captured by police and held for trial after another attempt to pass bogus checks. Alex Shumansky of Ramey was jailed on a chicken theft charge. Marriage licenses issued to John Anibalder and Margaret E Duff of Madera Hill.

Henry Purdy DuBois Clearheld Alex Shumansky Ramey John Anibalder Margaret E. Duff Madera Hill

Indiana Normal Dominates Quadrangle Meet at Brookville

The quadrangle track meet at Brookville last Saturday saw Clearfield Dufotn Brookville high schools and Indiana Normal compete. Indiana Normal won easily with Brookville and Clearfield each taking a first place. Maynard Read of the local high school won the mile in 5:61.

Brookville Clearfield Dufotn

Zeppelin Raid on London Causes Widespread Damage

London report says Zeppelins attacked Rectrigate area with bombs and incendiaries. Fire and wreckage spread through several buildings. casualties include four dead and multiple injuries among civilians. The raid disrupted public areas and caused extensive damage across the city.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Beughts Mien Pamogdtctien Qnce Amus United Prey Ruba Rube Oldring Edward Gallaher Frank McLaughlin Bigher Inny Porch Ihr Uninet Eriser Opera House the Majestic Nied Press Her von Jagow Ipoli Peninsula United Prose Atempt Indiana Normal United Zeppetins Landon Jacel Lomlen
Search Courier

Search the Clearfield Weekly Progress Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Clearfield Weekly Progress?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication