Robbers Kill One After Boscaro Robbery Near Chambersville
A sensational Chambersville robbery ended with the death of a robber after a standup clash with owner Riccio. Frank Maraco was slain by Riccio after entering the home with accomplices Ross and Dominico who stole $400 from Mrs Riccio. Police and county detectives pursued the two fugitives while Maraco died from wounds at Punxsutawney hospital. Riccio, later arrested, was released on his own recognizance as investigations continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chambersville
Jones Riccio
Mike Ross
Frank Dominico
Ifrank Maraco
Crookside
Riccio
Maraca
Maraco
Ross
Dominico
Neal
Frank Maraco
Frostburg
Jefferson County
Maracoa
Adrain
Punxsutawney
Squire Crossman
Rass
Dominicco
Riccios
Creekside
Bersville
Punxsutawaey
Mara¢o
Prank Villella
Court week opens with grand jury chosen
The first week of June court convenes with constables present, DA consults, and J R Stumpf chosen foreman. Twenty one called, several cases heard including F and G pleas, liquor charges, larceny, and land title dispute in Buffington township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacksonville
Livermore
J. R. Stumpf
Indiana
Peter Basil
Joe Keck
Hotel Moore Opens After Renovation Feast
The Moore hotel welcomed guests on Monday as dining room expansions completed. Under C. H. Moore for weeks, lodgers could be accommodated though meals were limited during changes. The dining area extends into the lobby for brighter, cheerier space. A modern sanitary kitchen system with steam tables and fixtures ensures hygienic cooking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moore
C. H. Moore
Notable Social nuptials announced in Crafton church
Miss Eleanor Ewine daughter of Dr and Mrs J G Rhea Ewing of La hore India, visiting in Pennsylvania, will wed Vernon Jackson of Little Beech Arkansas in Crafton Presbyterian Church on June 24. Engagement announced for Miss Mary B E Kimmeell to Chester Bertolette Bower of Philadelphia by her Blairsville parents. wedding planned for early September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Ewine
J. G. Rhea Ewing
Lahore
India
Pennsylvania
Vernon Jackson
Little Beech
Ark
Crafton
Mary BE. Kimmeill
Chester Bertolette Bower
Philadelphia
B. B. Kimmell
Blairsville
Elk's Dedication Promises Widest Attendance at New Lodge
The new Dik's lodge will be dedicated on Thursday June 11 with Grand Exalter Muler John K. Yener and Perry A. Shaner expected to attend. Western Pennsylvania lodges are invited and many plan to send representatives. A program of services and entertainments will be announced next week with a June 9 reception for ladies followed by refreshments and dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exalter Muler
John K.yener
Perry A. Shaner
Pensylvania
Strangstown feud ends with gunfire over beer dispute
Squire Graham and son in law Frank Carney joined to buy a keg of beer last week. After a quarrel on Sunday, Graham's son Victor drew a gun and shot Carney in the shoulder. Carney wounded. doctors hunt for the missing bullet as both men assist him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire Tames Graham
Frank Carney
Strangstown
Squire Graham
Victor
Carney
Store Fire Near Blacklick Destroys Grocery, Loss Estimated
A small grocery and all contents were ruined Sunday night about one mile from Blacklick when a lamp in the storeroom exploded spreading burning oil. The proprietor estimates loss between 1000 and 1500 dollars, partially insured by People’s Agency in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blacklick
People’s Agency
Palace Rink to Close Next Tuesday Evening
Palace Rink manager Hook announces plans to close the venue next Tuesday evening after a very successful season. He promises patrons a fine entertainment if funds allow. Look out for the announcement Saturday evening. Prof. A. M. Hammers conducts a summer reboot at Gherrytree with about 150 pupils enrolled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palace Rink
Hook
Palace
Sumer
Drowned Man Found In White's Woods Run
William Gibson, Pennsylvania Railroad pensioner, was found drowned in a small stream above the stone house in White's Woods on Wednesday afternoon. Two boys Fred Clawson and Clare Nealor discovered the remains after passing through the woods. An inquest ruled death accidental from a fall into the run while ill or heart disease. Gibson born Elderton, married Isabel Kelly in 1861, left a wife and daughter Martha, a stenographer, and one sister Mrs James Johnston. Services were held at his residence. interment in Elderton.
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White's Woods
Wiliam G. Gibwon
Pennsylvania Railroad
Stone House
White Woods
Fred Clawson
Clare Nealor
White's Wooda
Cerensr Gates
William Gibson
Elderton
James Gibson
Hiderton
Isabel
Abner Kelly
Sheroda
John
Martha
Stewart
Deceasers
Pittsburg
Altoona
West Penn
Presbyterian Church
Royal Arcanum
James Johnston
Oak Street
F. 8. Crawford
Indiana school board selects new principal
The Indiana bor obeh school directors elected Prof. Ernest C. Work as principal to replace Prof. James JF. Chapman who became County Superintendent. The millage rate remains unchanged, and no teachers were elected. John T. Bell Sr. was named president, John B. Taylor treasurer, and Oliver Jr. secretary. the treasurer must bond for 72000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Borobeh
Ernest C. Work
James JF. Chapman
Tyre
John T. Bell
John B. Taylor
Oliver Jr
Indiana Normal School
Second Ward
University of Michigan
Leaves Indiana as he opens Expedit liquor house
Oliver Shoemaker formerly head of the bottling department at Indian Brewing purchases the wholesale liquor business at Expedit Cambria County from F P Shoemaker. Licensing transfer completed and operation begins the first of the month. Shoemaker plans to move his household and bids farewell to friends. His record in Indiana is cited as law abiding and hopeful for future success in the new venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Oliver Shoemaker
Indian Brewing Company
Shoemaker
Expedit
Cambria County
F. P. Shoemaker
Shaey
Farmers' Bank Declares Four Per Cent Dividend Today
A Thursday meeting of the Farmers' Bank directors declared the regular four percent dividend and added a similar amount to undivided profits, lifting the balance with capital stock to 103,409.61. The bank reports rising business over several years and a satisfactory condition. Vandals opened Kitcanning Cemetery Sunday night and stole flowers from soldiers’ graves and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Bank
Kitcanning
Carrie Nation Speaks to Large Court House Crowd
Mrs Nation visited Thursday and addressed a big gathering at the Court House urging a ban on smoking, drinking, and secret societies. Her remarks drew amusement as she defended her meeting style and sold many copies of her autobiography amid small trinkets given as souvenirs. She departed the next morning for Punxsutawney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Nation
Court House
Nation
Runaway Accident After Funeral Ride Injures Child
While returning from Joseph Stewart's funeral at Rochester Mills on Sabbath, a horse driven by Sylvester Barclay and his crippled daughter bolted. Both were thrown from the buggy and the daughter was severely kicked, left badly injured. Also notes prospects of a large Shawkerrisn crop and local sale of Southern branches at fifteen cents, two boxes per quarter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Stewart
Rochester Mills
Sylvester Barclay
Local Social Notes Highlight Altoona Guests and Memorial Day
Miss MMsse Bergmin of Altoona visits her sister Mrs. H. W. Rose. Ella Laughlin of Johnstown visits Indiana friends on Decoration Day. Numerous residents travel for Memorial Day and Decoration Day events.
Memorial Day services in Tutlanna honor veterans
The G A R held Decoration Day events with a 10 o'clock veterans rally, a 10:30 parade led by schoolchildren, and a ceremony at the Court House. Hon. John Greer of Buller delivered a speech about liberty and civilization, joined by General John Taylor and Prof. A A W Cogswell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tutlanna
Nuiber
Patriotic Sans of America
John ‘Tl. ‘Taylor
Reeds Ville
Mimih County
W. T. Wilson
Jeea
Appointment as alternate delegate to Republican National Convention
Hon. S. M. Jack received a letter from State Chairman W. R. Andrews notifying him of his appointment as alternate delegate from the district to the Republican National Convention in Chicago in July. Regular delegates are Attorney Edward A. Carmall of Brookville and Dr. Deemar of Punxsutawney. alternate Ig John M. Leech, Esq., of (location).
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. M. Jack
W. R. Andrews
Chicago
Jack
Edward A. Carmall
Brookville
Deemar
Punxsutawney
John M. Leech
Town
Two Barns Burned In Lightning Storm Near East Mahoning
Two barns were destroyed by lightning during a storm on May 26. Philip Wagner’s East Mahoning township barn burned to the ground, with hay, straw, and farming implements lost. Loss estimated at 1090 dollars, with 500 dollars insured. John Hazleton’s Westover barn and contents, including feed and implements, also burned. horses and cattle saved with difficulty. Insurance partially covered the loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Wagner
East Mahoning Township
John Hazleton
Westover
Boy Burns Leg By Falling Statue On Judge White Lawn
Six year old Morris Batowesky of Ghateh Street was playing near a cast iron statue of George Washington on Judge White's lawn when a slate tie toppled, breaking his right leg between the tibia and knee. He rests comfortably and will soon be about again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Washington
Morris Batowesky
Ghateh Street
Geara
Washington
Judge White
Morris
County Superintendent Chipman Sworn In
County Superintendent James F. Chipman appeared before Judge Telford Monday morning and took the oath of office, entering upon his duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chapman
James F. Chipman
Telford
Indiana's Most Progressive Grocer Makes Store Cool
Ira A. Myers, a versatile grocer, announces additions of electric fans throughout his shop to keep customers comfortable this summer. The move emphasizes faster service and better shopper convenience as temperatures rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Ira A. Myers
Tues
Thal
Normal School Beats Caton’s Technical School in Easy Win
The Normal School team secured an easy victory over Caton’s Technical School of Vittsburg Saturday afternoon by a large margin. On Monday they faced Bellefonte High School and won 3 to 2 in a brisk game.
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Caton’g Technical School of
Vittsburg
Bellefonte High School
County home walks contract award to Archie McQuown
Archie McQuown receives the contract to build concrete walks around the county home. A large quantity of line stone from prior building work was bought by the Commissioners and will be used in laying the pavements.
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Archie McQuown
Deaths List Tells of Local Centenarian and Noted Residents
Thomas Cood Peget aged ninety three died at his daughter Mrs Findley’s home in Indiana after a short illness. Survived by three children, services set for Wednesday at 1 20 pm with Dr J Day Brownlee officiating, interment Oakland cemetery Risinger. William Risinger, 67, died after an apoplexy attack following a shopping trip in Indiana. Gerhard Minnie, 29, died suddenly at home near Blairsville, survived by husband Calvin, son Hugh, and siblings. Funeral plans set for Blairsville Methodist church with burial in Blairsville cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Cood
Gia
John A. Finctey
Derry
Ireland
Elders Ridge
Elders Ridge, This County
Hood
Bratton
Indiana
Elizabeth Lytle
David Blair
U. P
Rayne Powerty
Kellysburg
Joseph
Des Moines
Iowa
John L
Jeannette
John A. Tindley
J. Day Brownlee
Oakland Cemetery
Indiana House
J. M
W. P. Risinger
Homer City
Greenwood Cemetery
J. T. Pender
Blairsville
Death of Infant Marian Eagle from Tuberculosis
Marian Eagle three months old daughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Eugle of Wayne Avenue died Friday evening from tuberculosis after a two week illness. Funeral services were held Friday at 4 pm with interment in Greenwood Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Engie
Marian Eagle
Harvey Eugle
Wayne Avenue
Greenwood Cemestory
Obituaries Mention Several Local Residents
A series of death notices from Indiana County recounts Bartlebaugh Tuilebaugh of Dixmont funeral in Montgomery Township near Arcadia, Wheeler of Glen Allen Virginia, Mary C Robinson of Kana Kansas, and Sarah Ann Aikens of Nairolstown. Services led by Rev J P Frey and interment at Old Salem church cemetery are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary C
James E. Robinson
Kana
Kan
Ikens
Sarah Ann Aikens
Samuel Aikens
Nairolstown
J. P. Frey
Old Salem Church
Walker Reunion Set For June At Rupert Farm With Free Transport
The Walker reunion is planned for Thursday June 18 at Hezekiah Rupert's home on the Marion Fleming farm. All walkers, their connections and friends are invited to attend. Free transportation will be provided from B. R. & P. Station in Shelocta to Rupert's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hezekiah Rupert
Marion Fleming
Shelocta
Rupert Home
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Tamnon
McPluck
Washington, D. C
Mike Scorzia
Crescent Brewing Company
John Pierce
Charles Clawson
Amy Clawson
Frank McCreery
Wim. McCreery
Wendell King
Buffington Township
J. Smith
I. Sawyer
Mmsse Bergmin
Slater
8. W. Rose
Ella Laughlin
Johnstown
Tlic
Mane Neal
Hamilton
Winches
Trnswance Middle Department
Ney Prothero
Atlantic City
Lincoln Wilis
Springdale
David Els
Mary Melarland
Smath
Clarion
Margaret Watson
South Seventh Street
Smeck
Chirissy
Pillsburg
David Houk
Kane
Margaret Sloan
Washington ,D. C
Alice Smith
East Water Street
W. B. Walker
Clarksburg
Vivian
Ord Tonkin
Cherrytree
Max
South Water Street
Thomas Clawson
West Philadelphia
Youngstown
Charles Russell
Montreal
Can
J. S. Russell
Mercer, Pa
Frank Mercer
Margaret Lydie
South Eleventh Street
Jefferson Medical College
Clark
Annie Weir
Charles
Myr
John Eby
Eleventh Street
George T. Buchanan
Natural Wholegate Grocers’ Association
A .S. Cunningham
Mast Liberty
Aspinwall
Jennie CG. Weir
I’. F. Neeley
W. N. McLees
Williamsport
William King
John Roney
Arthur Black
Chillicothe
Osteopathic Schoo
Kirksville
Katherine Dersham
Philadelphia Street
G. B. Roof
Church Street
John P. Mikesell
J. C. Purcell
Josephine
Sophia Lowry
Oakland Avenue
Taft
Cagt
Purcell
Katherine Dearson
Lyde
Harriet McAnally
Hureday
Bearson
Dr. Davis
Peget
Bartlebaugh
Myerg Tuilebaugh
Roe Young
Dixmont
Montgomery Township
Arcadia
Wheeler
Mie
George W. Wheeler
Glen Allen
Norunt
Youngwood
Ethel
Airs
Charles Fusy
Lewis
White Township
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