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Newspaper

Clearfield Weekly Progress

Location

Clearfield, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1913

Page

6

Mrs Huff Dies of Wounds After Penfield Shooting

The Penfield shooting victim Mrs. Huff died at DuBois hospital Friday evening at 2 20 from two bullet wounds and a head wound. Frank Hut faces a murder trial. if convicted of first degree murder he would be the first to die in the Bellefonte electric chair under a recent law.

Huff Frank Hut Penfield East Tuesdey Manner Wom Lfe Huty Clearfield County Bellefonte Pen Theta Haffon

Albert Smith Dies After Brief Illness

Albert Smith, 62, died at his South Second Street home Sunday at 2:30 PM after a brief illness from Bright’s disease. He was a son of George W. Smith, single, with one brother John and two sisters Nas Oscar Mitchell and Mrs. W. Clark Miller surviving. Funeral Tuesday at 2 PM from the residence with Dr. Bender in charge. he was a longtime Trinity N. E. church member and a partner in Smith Brothers miller.

Albert Smith Mr. Smith South Second St George W. Smith John Nas Oscar Mitchell W. Clark Miller Bender Churse

Albert Smiths Funeral Remains of Young Man Laid to Rest

Funeral services for Albert Smith were held at 3 o clock on South Second Street with Dr Bender of Trinity Church officiating. Pallbearers included Elil Levin Dr Davis Harri B Powell Andrew Harwick John Buchenan and John L Thotopson of Curwensville. Interment followed at Hilcrex cemetery. Mrs R M Reed spent Tuesday with friends of CoewennrTla.

Iran South Second Street Dr. Bender Trinity Church Elil Levin Davis Harri B Powell Andrew Harwick John Buchenan John L Thotopson Curwensyville Loterpent Ir Hilcrex Cemetery

Municipal Plane Powers Fort Wayne City Revenue

The municipally owned light plant in Fort Wayne Indiana, established at a cost of 205 600 dollars, now yields about 3000 dollars monthly profit for the city. It provides lighting for the street and water works, and when supplying commercial lighting it cut current costs to consumers by four cents per 100 kilowatts while the traction company matched the lower price.

Ft. Wayne Ind Font Wayne

Oscar Mitchell Denies Withdrawal For Judge Nomination

The false claim that Oscar Mitchell withdrew in favor of W Clark Miller is circulated by political enemies. Mitchell states he has not withdrawn and remains hopeful to gain the nomination as his chances improve daily.

Oscar Mitchell W. Clark Miller Mitchell Mr. Mitchell

Evangelistic Meet In Glen Richey To Draw Area Workers

Glen Richey to host a large evangelistic campaign organized by the Union Evangelical Association chaired by James Rowles. A tabernacle will be erected and meetings led by pastors from several churches with visiting workers from Kansas and Tinots assisting.

Glen. Richey Union Evangelical Association James Rowles Glen Richey Curwensville W. Walters P.m.church

Coach Kase Leads Ambitious Clearfield Football Team

HGH school football opens season with a large squad at Driving Park practice. Competition for starting spots is lively as games are arranged against top state rivals. Support from fans will boost the program’s finances and vigor.

Kase Prodece Clearfield

Dr Stewart III Stricken. Quietly Confined at Home

Prominent physician Dr Stewart III is confined to his Second Street residence after falling ill yesterday. Friends were worried but today he is reported to be much improved.

Second Street

On the Gridiron High School Eleven in Hard Training

The Olf High school team is practicing at Driving park heavy for the season. Bill Reed last year’s quarterback is returning to form and working hard. Fulfoni Mitchell and Stewart shine in the backfield while the line remains large and strong. Watch for the first game date and more sporting news in the Progress.

Meany Bill" Reed Fulfoni Mitchell Stewart Sporting News

Prothonotary Moore Nursed After Neck Injury

Prothonotary John Moore is tenderly cared for after two large dolls appeared on the back of his neck this week. He receives condolences from his Ertenda as he recovers from the discomfort.

John Moore

Getting Ballots in Readiness for Primary Election

Voters will receive two ballots in the upcoming primaries the nonpartisan and party ballots. Election staff process registry lists and ballots at the courthouse arbitration room with 112 districts in Clearfield county. Polls open 7 AM to 7 PM next Tuesday. corrected ballot prints due before shipment to precincts. Officers earn five dollars per election. ballots rejected only if the voter's intent cannot be determined.

Court House Dredneth Clearfield County Ball

Rich Cut Glass Made in Clearfield

Clearfield industry report highlights Emil Kupfer Cut Glass Works on Market Street near the bridge. The factory with about 10 workers crafts rich cut glass from strapware, featuring the patented Horseshoe pattern, with a payroll over a thousand dollars weekly and growing demand requiring fast production.

Ona Clearfield Emil Kupfer Market Street

Painting Lutheran Church Work Begins at Speck's Parish

Speck's painters are at work giving the Lutheran church a fresh coat of paint. The parsonage has already been painted and clean up will follow once the brushwork is complete.

Lutheran Church

Weir held on manslaughter charge after fatal crash

John B. Weir of Ball County faced a manslaughter charge and $1000 bail after allegedly driving recklessly and striking a woman in an automobile accident. The court reported the incident yesterday.

John B. Wier Ball

Fleming Broadens Attack on Judge Question in Grampian

Fleming of Grampian writes to The Progress defending his integrity while challenging Judge Smith. He vows $100 to any local business man who can refute his claims, including names Snow Shoe Karthaus Morrisdale Storrisdale Grampian. He accuses Mr Short of corrupt writing that led to a Post Office Department action to end his paper. He urges Clearfield County residents to judge the case on the judge.

Fleming Progress Short Jodze Smith Snow Shoe Earthaus Morrisdale Mines Grar Dian Lam Pot Clearfield County Mackrel John Short Post Office Department

Impressive Trinity M E Church Membership Rise

At Trinity M E church a Sunday service welcomed 112 new members into full membership with an evening addition bringing total new members to 121 after proba tion and 5 by letters. Since April 1 a total of 163 congregants have united, reflecting strong church growth. Dr. Bender, the pastor, is credited with leadership excellence. Harry Kennard, a mining engineer with Rochester & Pittsburgh Coal and Tron company, spent a day in Clearfield visiting friends, noted as a local achiever from Clearfield.

Trinity M. E Probaion Trinity Bender Harry Keanard Rochster & Pittsburgh Coal and’ Tron Company Iselin Armstrong County Clearfield Mr. Kennard

Marriage Licenses and Land Transfers Ledger Entries

A list of marriage licenses and real estate transfers across multiple townships including Juniata Clearfield DuBois and DuBois Borough. Notable items include licenses for Roy Boyles and Francis Heberling, Clarence Keasier and Sarah Groves, and many property deeds with varied sums up to 8,000 dollars, spanning Bigler Blueroom Decatur Morris and surrounding areas.

Howard L. Dennison Dorothy L. Milliren Fails Creek Clarence Alfred Keasier Sarah Jane Groves DuBois Samuel BE. Reiter Sykesville Susanna Wise Troutville Ysaac H. Scofield Leonz M.boyer Winwenty Vaewicz Clearfield Franciska Bills Sandy Two Claire Bailey Fema L. Bliss Reynoldersle Archie Bathgate Lottie Matthew Coalport Louia F. McFadden Pittsburgh Susquehanna R. R. Co Osecnols Ruel P. Root J. J. Heller Lawrence Two George W. Allen Anthony Pluta Samuel J. McCarroll Teceiver James Bundy Bigler Two

Sudden Death of Manager Ends Theatrical Career

Edward J. McCullough owner and manager of the Common Law company died after cerebral hemorrhages at Windsor hotel and then at Cleanfield hospital. He was 52, popular with staff and actors, as the company resumes performances with a new manager soon. The Miller Line rowed to Stockton, California. details awaited.

Opera House Edward J. McCullough Com- Damy McCullough Stockton California MecCulloughs Theody Edward McCullough Br,& P Tain

Brown the Tailor Moves to Speck Building

Brown the tailor has moved from the Beausigner building on Second street to the Speck building on Mark street. The room vacated by Mr Brown will be occupied by Stern Brothers clothiers of Altoona.

Heavy frost visits Glearfield County

One of the heaviest frosts of this section settled on the county Tuesday night. Ground was covered with frost, damaging corn, tomatoes, and other farm produce. The frost followed Sunday’s heat, catching many unprepared. Light overcoats and fires in stoves were common that evening.

Hame Sundey

Forest notes on Swiss cooperatives and U S forestry efforts

The article notes Switzerland has four cooperative associations for growing and marketing forest products and that the U S forest service is issuing protective measures like railroad engineer sparks control. It mentions telescope limits for fire lookout, atmospheric heat vibrations, and a National Conservation Congress in Washington on forestry topics. Howard Thompson of Philipsburg was a town visitor yesterday.

Switzerland U.S. Forest Service National Conservation Congress Washington Howard Thompson Philipsburg

Society Leader in Chicago Drowning Mystery Reported

Sept 10 Chicago Society notes Lake Forest's wealthiest arb sought in vain for the mysterious drowning of a Lake Michigan figure. A coroner's jury convened as theories floated of death by own action or other cause, involving prominent city and railroad figures.

Ake Chicago Lake Forest

German Aviator Killed in Falls at 600 Feet

Berlin reports Dr. Ringer, a German aviator, died after his plane failed to complete a distance prize flight. He ascended from Johannisthal airfield and plunged about 600 feet to the ground, the impact fatal instantly. A subscription drive is underway for the national air forces fund.

Berlin Berl Ringer Air Mar Johannisthal

Democratic tariff passes in Senate amid revenue figure

Washington reports the tariff bill advancing with a stated annual revenue of 44 million dollars. The tally paused after lengthy debate, with the final vote delayed four months and two days. Other items include stove listings and room heaters mentioned in the text.

Washington

August Chaplin Charged In Cumbria Jail Theft Case

August Chaplin of the Cumbria county jail faces charges tied to a theft involving Canreltown coalport and a automobile seized by Constable Gil of Patton. Arrest occurred at Lewistown as the Lewistown groundhog club held its annual hunt. The event drew male participants enjoying the festivities, with only select members knowing the full details.

August Chaplin Cumbria County Imother Sean Canreltown Coalport Gil Patton Lewistown

Civil Court Work Moves Along Quietly

In Roach v Smiles Judge Searle halted jury deliberations to approve a settlement after the contractor claimed extra work. The court ordered the defendant to pay 50 dollars plus half the costs, the plaintiff to pay the remaining costs. Hughes v Osceola Coal Company was continued at noon.

Charles EB. Roach Jacob Smiles Searle Richards Hughea Osceole Coal, Company

Fall Arbor Day Observed by State Officials in October

On Friday October 24 fall Arbor Day was designated by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Schaffer Tenchern and pupils were invited to observe the day. Misses Helen and Miriam Wrigley of Mahaffey dined at the Windsor tendency.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Schaffer, Tenchern Pupileans Helen Miriam Wrigley Mahaffey Windeor Tendey

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Sterling Trinity N. E. Church Smith Brothare Miller Mm. R. M. Heed Rev. T. §. Berry The Presbytarian Church J. H. Cook Baptist Church O. B. Poulson Methodist Church W. Diamston Sabetha Kansas J. Leona HGH School Kase Wih Besson DR. Stewart III Kupfer Company MR Short Grampian Roy Irwin Boyles Juniata Aow Francis Heberling Clearfeld J. A. Frank John Ballute Curwenusville Omer Hanmeuss Alex Slater Jan i Jin Morris Henrietta Foster Decatur Joseph Bernes Harry Barnes Mary Ride Chester Hall Mable Risher James A Jeans M. E. Church Philipsburg Coal and Sand Co E Strohn Storms Reading Richey & Wallace W. A Mays Bigler D. HL Passmore Samuel Dorman Knox Hiram Sheifer John Cale Boggs Frank Garner Lawahe Baird Lewis Waroquor Frank Gillen Ian Jordan Township Mr. McCullough Cleanfield Hospital Bailey Tallor Brown Glearfield County Senate Artor
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