Western Pennsylvania News Bits From Erie and Beyond
Local and state updates from western Pennsylvania cover court sessions in Pittsburg and hearings for western counties, with Foster and Wat year figures cited. Reports note auto sales activity in 1940 versus 1937, a late morning Pittsburgh to Buffalo train delay, and a Meade plan for postal vehicle funding after ten years of service. Community events include Grove City college assembly addressing liberal arts claims and Boy Scouts district leadership in Erie. Weather notes mention a partial solar eclipse and Mill Village bridge reopening after French Creek floods.
Turnpike Like Ribbon Spans Appalachians
United Press Star reports Pennsylvania plans a 180 mile turnpike through the Appalachians from Harrisburg to Pittsburgh. The $70.05 million project opens July 4 with President Roosevelt expected. federal funding includes a $29.25 million grant and $40.8 million RFC bond purchase. The road features divided concrete lanes across 189 bridges and seven long tunnels, with tolls set between $1.25 and $1.50 for passengers and $3 to $10 for through trips. Bus franchises await final state approval.
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Funeral services for Charles Babbitt
Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at 2 4 o'clock from the late home at 310 Spring Street in memory of Charles W. Babbitt aged resident of the city who died Tuesday after a several weeks illness. Rev. Leon J. Frank of the Bethel Tabernacle presided with Mrs Mildred Engle and Russell Meritt, accompanied by Rev. Frank, singing I Know Jesus Will See the King. Interment was in the family crypt at Pike Grove cemetery. Eaters were Frank Ty Bubbly A J Cottrell Guy Simmons Albert Childs Ellis Hamilton and H Harroun. Relatives and friends attended from Jamestown Meadville Ol City and LAU fAliqua.
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Bethel Tabernacle
Mildred Engle
Russell Meritt
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Fike Grove
A. J. Cottrell
Guy Mr. Simmons
Alsert Childs
Ellis Hamilon
BR. H. Harroun
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Va Orsell
Sam ‘Pollaro
Paull Pollan
Jamestown
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Minnie Hay
Sha Rey Babbitt
Lau fAliqua
Stacey Jones
Howard Jones
Ol City
George Thomipaun
Meadville
Farm calendar for Pastors and farmers in pastures
Agriculture notes advise broadcasting clover seed in pastures and hay fields this summer, with rates for different regions and suggested seed types. Addressed topics include horse collar fit, harness adjustments, wild oats cautions, dry litter for poultry houses, nitrogen fertilizers for trees, lawn repair with seed soil mix, and consulting county extension agents.
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New Cemetery Survey System To Aid Pine Grove Purchases
A continuation describes a major project at Pine Grove cemetery including a new detailed card system for every lot with burial records, to be completed before fall. The survey plots previously unused areas, reorganizes drives, and anticipates selling newly plotted plots while recovering unpaid lots.
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Youth Interest Grows in CMIC Training Camp
Youths across Erie county including Corry North East Union and Edinboro show heightened interest in the Civilian Military Training Camp program. Lester Lops reports daily requests for 1940 camp applications with countywide participation and free medical exams offered by Medical Reserve Corps officers and local doctors.
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Three Erie Girls Reported Missing From Homes
In Erie on April 6 three fire girls aged 10, 13, and 11 were reported missing by their parents who fear they went to Jamestown. Names listed include Dorothy Delmore, Florence Abramczyk, and Sophie Benne towher. Police notified Jamestown authorities and requested help in locating the children.
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Sealed Proposals For Euclid Street Sewer Work
Sealed proposals will be received by the City of Corry Pennsylvania by April 16 1980 for construction materials and work to extend the Euclid Street sewer. Estimated quantities are approximate and the city may increase or diminish as needed. Includes manholes bricks cement timber and other items. Bids must include bidder name and address and a signed bid bond of 5 percent. City Engineer Nevin R Dickson supervising. Executor notices follow. Air powered guns note adds a historical aside.
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Markets Stock EAST BUFPALO Livestock Sale Report
Market notes show hogs and cattle mixed, buyers active though prices varied. Receipts include 190 cattle and veal with steady demand, while sheep offerings appeared light and prices firm for good sound stock. produce items like apples, lettuce, onions, and potatoes listed with mixed steady ranges.
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