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Newspaper

Clearfield Weekly Progress

Location

Clearfield, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1913

Page

3

Wardens Criticized For Failing Duty Protecting Game

Local hunters allege state game wardens ignore violations and even shoot game near preserves. Reports claim wardens hosted hunts at cabins, failed to identify culprits, and allowed deer to be killed and left in woods. Critics blame Secretary Kelbfus and wildlife staff for harming the state's hunting integrity.

Ais-County Rang- Ra Tade Game Commission Aime Ge Wa Asia Wardea Kelbfus Hanters

Convention power struggle in Republican party

Washington reports a power struggle within the Republican ranks as bosses seek to control nominations and delegates. The national committee debates authority to call a convention and to alter representation, with implications for party rehabilitation and the upcoming meetings.

Washington Atole Taft Thig Republican Party The Progressive Party Helen National Committee Republican National Committee

Mothers Meeting at Fourth Ward School Draws 115 Women

Friday evening about one hundred and fifteen women attended a Mothers Meeting in the Fourth ward schoolhouse. Teachers arranged the event to boost cooperation among child, parent, and teacher. Principal Harry L. Kriner welcomed visitors and encouraged school visits. Superintendent Geo. F. Zerfons spoke on pupils, parents, and teachers, stressed regular attendance, and the gathering ended with puzzles, refreshments, and social time.

Fourth, Ward America Harry L. Kriner

Two Murder Gases Down For Trial In December Term

Two men charged with murder will be tried at the December term of criminal court. Frank Huff is accused of shooting and killing his wife at Penfield while William Kur rie faces charges for killing a man named George at Sterling in a fight among Arabians. The term also lists numerous assault and battery, embezzlement, fraud, false pretense, and related charges against many individuals, with cases including riot, larceny, and other offenses awaiting trial.

Frank Huff Penfield William Kurrie George Sterling Don B. Kline L. QO Warrick Wendell Lucas Frank Stronk Theo Davis Clyde Ankay Amena Borak W. Ferguson Wee Fey Thames Schuring Wallace Moore Merritt Fink Alike ‘Herminios Barr Kemp Fred Gallagher Frank ‘Youss William Reed Homer Hellopeter Fry Cameron Herbert Kline Andy Anderson Charles Thowpace Paul Webb Freda H. Thompson Theo. Davin Miller Bailey Willigu Haley C. P. Yontext A J. Murphy William Kramer Michael Henle Stave Hesista George Haltemar Thomas Southern Allen C. Wilson Thomas M. Forcey Hiraz George Esper George Borak George Willer Kearns Larceny Anthony Yutmisky

A Tale of Old Japan plays in Clearfield by local choir

In a difficult but beautiful work, the Choral society presents A Tale of Old Japan with performances featuring Norwalk Nashua Indianapolis and Lima. Lovers of music should not miss Tuesday night at the opera house in Clearfield.

Norwalk Connecticut Nashua New Hampshire Indianapolis Lima Ohio Clearfield Opera House

Readers urged to study every page of Progress today

Readers are asked to read carefully every page of the Progress. Inside pages feature Rex Beach short story a chapter of Within the Law and an advertisement for A Tale of Old Japan. The four outer pages contain public news.

Rex Beach

Evans to Preach Tomorrow at Bradford M E Church

Rev Dr S B Evans of Tyrone will preach tomorrow at 11 o'clock in Bradford M E church. He will also speak at Stemeville chi at 6 o'clock and Woodland chi at 1 30 in the Ge evening.

S. B. Evans Tyrone Bradford M. E Stemeville Woodland

Brotherhood Reorganizes at Trinity M E Church Meeting

The Trinity M E Church Brotherhood reestablished its structure with Dr. Resider’s invocation and a reception. Dr. Benner and Thos H. Murray spoke on faith and the New York Christian Advocate. W M Boyce elected president with Leslie Stewart, Joseph Phillips, and R D Hyde as officers. three more vice presidents to be named. Members anticipate rapid growth and future services led by H J Flegal.

Brotherhood of the Trinity M. E. Church Whch Fhtadias H. B. Powell C. Bruce Porter The Brotherhood Resider Lundh Ben- 4Er Thos H. Murray Murray New York Christian Advocate Methodist Church W. M. Boyce Leslie Stewart Joseph Phillips R. D. Hyde H. J. Flegal Trinity Church

License Fees for Roads and Game Funds Questioned

A suit challenges the constitutionality of dedicating all automobile license revenue to the state highway department for road work and questions whether hunters licenses income can fund bounties on wild animals and birds as well as game propagation. The auditor general's department says both actions rest on the same principle.

State Highway Department For Auditor General's Department

Legislature Date Delays on Hunters License Funds Suit

A legal battle over revenues from hunters licenses delays allocations to the highway department and game commission. The suit challenges the legislature’s appropriation of funds exceeding 80 000 from licenses, with amended filings expected after January 1. The aud itor general pauses payments while the court weighs whether the act violates the appropriation statute.

Highway Department Auditor General's Department Game Commission Auditor Generali

Mrs Sarah Johnson Celebrates Ninety-First Birthday

Sunday at her home corner Cherry and Second Streets Mrs Sarah Johnson widow of Isaac Johnson celebrated her ninety first birthday. Her son and daughter gave gifts and made the day pleasant. She remains active, sewing by hand and doing housework despite age. Her children include Job Johnson Wichita Kansas Sallie Nisby Kansas Charlee Seattle Washington Fred George and Eliza at home Eagar and George Johnson and wife private secretary to the president of the South Dakota college.

Sarah Johnson Isaac Johnson Cherry and Second Streets Johnson Jodgson Job Johnson Wichita Kanes Sallie Nisby Kansas Charlee Seattle Wash Fred George Mias Eliza Eagar George Johnson South Dakota College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts

Dog killed by Gearhart found rabid in Center area

Constable Moore received a telegram from Philadelphia stating the dog killed by Young Gearhart near Center was rabid. A moral note follows about good in every man, hidden by indifference.

Life ends of blind contractor Alf on Logan

Alf on Logan of Market Street was found dead in bed on Tuesday night after reportedly drinking carbolic acid. He had been blind for eleven years and grew despondent, leaving behind an adopted daughter, a sister and a brother. The community was shocked by his sudden death and funeral plans were set for Saturday. Also, Edward A Anderson and Beulah L Greezland were married in Cumberland Maryland.

Alfonzo Logan Market Street Eoat 5. D. Bailey Mr. Logans Mr. Logan Logan 3. Livingston Clearfield Alfred Logan

Lee Joplin wedding in Louisville Kentucky

The CourterJournal reports the November wedding of Asbury W. Lee Jr. of Clearfield Pa and Miss Jane Joplin of Louisville Ky at the bride's father's home in Highland Avenue. The ceremony was officiated by Rev George Adams Joplin with close family present. Lillian Lee was maid of honor William Wrigley best man Charlottes Letcher ringbearer. A buffet supper followed and the couple planned a monthlong stay in Asheville before settling in Clearfield Pa. Out of town guests included Asbury Lee Sr John Wrigley Margaret Wrigley William Wrigley Ella Goodfellow.

The CourterJournal Louisville Kentucky Asbury W. Lee, Jr Clearfield Jane Joplin Asbury Wright Lee Clearfi'd George Adams Highland Avenue Lillian Lee William Wrigley Charlottes Letcher Shelbyville

Second Robber Caught in DuBote Jewelry Store Robbery

Walter Gallagher, accomplice of Peck Haney, was arrested by Officer Jeffrey after three jewelry stores were entered Monday night in DuBote. A third man named Carly Handla is suspected of involvement. He will be brought to the county jail today.

Haney Jeffrey Walter Gallagher Peck” Haney DuBote Carly” Handla Bemea

Contributions to the Clearfield Hospital Fund Record

A reader friendly summary lists multiple donors to the Clearfield Hospital Fund as reported by the men’s auxiliary. Contributors include Clay Product Co of Clearfield, A. E. Leitainger, H. W. Croft of Pittsburgh, Ed. W. Rovensner, H. B. Powell, H. Hinterleitner, John B. McGrath, J. Mia, Loyd Lindemuth, Pete Moyer, and dozens more from Clearfield and nearby towns. The roll reflects pledges and subscriptions, with figures noted for Clay Working Co. and other local supporters.

Clay Working Company Mra. H. W. Croft Pittsburgh Paterson Clay Product Co Clearfield A. E. Leitainger A. H. Lewin Curtwensynl B. Powell W. Rovesner Clearfield ‘Clay Working Co HL. Patterson Driggs H. £. Hinterleitner Clearti Mahaffey John B. McGrath Houtedale W C. Langeford H.B. Swoope Madera Ees T. Davis L. BR Browne T. Huston Hartswick Frank G. Harris H. B. Whiteman Mia Daniel Leipold Cleafield Loyd Lindemuth Johnstown Pete Moyer Kylertown LL McQuown

Sewer Pipe Works Progress at Clearfield Plant

Work at the Clearfield sewer pipe plant proceeds well with about 125 men employed. The plant operates smoothly, kilns function reliably, and production is in strong demand, supporting plans for expansion and housing for workers. Superintendent C. C. Austin notes steady daily output and the project boosts local industry.

Clearfield Aeugamoothly C. C. Austin Gutam Fedustries

A Plea for Children Aid Society Appeal for Help

A fragmentary plea urges support for the Children’s Aid Society on Thanksgiving Day. The governor proclaims November 27 as a day of thanks while the society asks the public to donate cash and clothing to aid neglected and displaced children, seeking funds to place them in homes and prevent crime.

Children's Aid Society Childrena’ Aid Society Childrens Aid Society Atredho House of Correction

Fragmentary local item on risk and living wall project

Unclear notes describe a risk related story about a living wall project and a first phase. The readable text mentions Pomshly and a person context but lacks concrete names, places, dates, or outcomes. Further details are unreadable in the fragment.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Molaters OF Shlicen Fourth Ward Huff Kurrie Church Services Trinity M. E the Atlantic Refining Company Philadelphia Alfonso Logan Cumberland Edward A. Anderson Beulah L. Greezland Brisbin Louisville, KY Wise Clearfield Hos Pital Aid Society
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