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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1908
Page
5
A fire at the Indiane Woolen Mills challenged by prompt firemen saved the plant from major loss. The blaze started in a wool drying building, with 600 pounds of wool stored nearby. Firefighting involved steam flooding and rapid hose deployment. damage centered on the wool dryer belts and stock, with total loss about 1,500 covered by insurance.
C F Happel died in St Louis hospital a fortnight ago from appendicitis and complications. He formerly lived in Saltzburg and married Miss Margera Rappold, daughter of Mrs John Rappold of Saltburg. The funeral was held in St Louis with attendance from Saltburg and Pittsburgh relatives.
The forecast notes a warmer Saturday with fresh winds and a subtle, gradual warming trend as conditions become milder. No precipitation is indicated and temperatures rise modestly through the day.
Robert W Herbert of Greanaburg toured the new County Home Thursday as a representative of the State Board of Charities. He will report to Francis J Torrence in Pittsburg, praising the building’s many good points and noting one minor suggestion. Committees Shaffer and Neal guided the visit with subs. contractors aiding. Herbert’s Harrisburg and Pittsburg Times background backs his expert opinion on charitable institutions.
Johnstown Woman reports on Dr Caldwell address at the first annual meeting of the Neighborhood Club. Delegates and New Century Club workers drafted a constitution and by laws behind closed doors. Greetings read from nearby clubs as members head home to Punxsutawney Ridgway Reynoldsville and Du Bois after a reception with music and a bountiful lunch.
Fifteen fiddlers gathered at the Normal Conservatory Thursday evening for the first meeting led by Prof. Hamlin E. Cogswell. Six seconds, four first violins, two violas, two cellos and a double bass attended, with plans to add wind instruments next time. next rehearsal scheduled for next Thursday at 7:80.
The will of Jacob Artur late of Cherrytres dated November 12, 1907 was probated on Tuesday January 14. It leaves his wife Rachael Arthur the household goods and the control of the term during her lifetime. Upon her death the property is divided among six daughters Pearl Peva Sue Elisabeth Ego and Vers. His son A A Arthur receives a farm in Greentownship. A lot in Indiana is void and proceeds go to his children including granddaughter Hope Cresaley. Rachael and his son are named executors of the will.
The Champions beat the Indiana High School basketball team 17 to 14 on Thursday night in Library Hall. This marked the tenth win for the Champions. They are scheduled to play the Ehansburg Y M C A team next, with Feldgee, Loughry, Bexton, Bion, Heritager, and Bian listed as players.
Judge John P. Elkin writes the Pennsylvania Supreme Court dissolved an injunction in the Berkey v Berwind White Coal and Wilmore Coal case. The decision centers on remedy over right, stating no general rule applies. equity may intervene only if injury is irreparable, a trespass, or a permanent nuisance.
Coroner W D Gates rules Walter Condron of near Smicksburg died by suicide and no inquest is needed. His wife and he were denied use of his uncle’s horse and buggy, triggering anger and the probable hanging before his anger faded. Relatives attended church as he had been at Pine Knob school in Smicksburg.
In the Third ward Republican meeting C W McSparrin was added as a suggested constable candidate. Primaries will be held in four wards Saturday 4 to 7 PM at the regular polling places. Other notes include a claimant about shoulder pain relieved by Chamberlain’s Pain Balm and a local court bail decision. Tomorrow evening the Old Boys play in Leechburg. Silvis may join as center.
A sale event titled Saturdays Sale is noted for a Belurdey afternoon bale at the Presbyterian church scheduled for 4 30. The readable fragment mentions P Bresd olen esbas and numbers 116 24pd, but details remain unclear.
Governor Stuart refused to reappoint Ex State Treasurer Frank G. Harris of Clearfield to the State Board of Game Commissioners. Arthur Chapman of Doylestown was named to Harris’s seat, a move seen as political signaling amid Capitol scandal and reform winds ahead of April primaries.
A list of visitors and movers in the region. J R Richards spent the day in Pittsburg. Harry Patterson of Salteburg and Mrs Israel Kunkle of Coral visited. John H Houk visited his brother in Marion Center. Frank Rapp, formerly of town, touring Buffalo, NY. Carl McAtee of Punxsutawney was in Indians today. Rdhor god Mra. R Griffith and others spent time with relatives in Jeannette and Du Bois. New clerks Nellig Watt and Garth Depp join People's Insurance Agency office.
Earl Geo Lyding was arrested on a Wednesday for multiple offences tied to his time at Polk Institute. He is not considered responsible for his acts. Squire Croseman plans to request Judge Telford to appoint a commission to inquire into his insanity.
KE W Glark a railroad surveyor entertained his friends on Tuesday evening January 14 in his Hesrick building offices. A late midnight supper was provided by Myers and Little with Low prices and dishes given away at the Beatty Grocery located at 1900 W Philadelphia Street.
An Altoona dispatch reports the Mateer building gutted with occupants losses totaling 64000. The fire triggered a second alarm at the old Calvert hall where A E Davis general merchants stored goods. both structures were destroyed with a 6000 loss. The Mateer property was largely uninsured. The Mateer family links are noted to Mrs. John W. Books and her relatives in town.
At a Princeton Club of Western Pennsylvania gathering in the University Club Pittsburg Indiana alumnus was named president Judge Nathaniel Ewing class of 69. General Harry White class of 54 elected first vice president. The club of about 600 members aims to raise an endowment fund for Princeton College trustees and $1,000 was subscribed. A smoker followed the business session.
Members of the Van Horn heirs from Indiana Jefferson Philadelphia counties will soon gather at Canby Van Horns Philadelphia home. About 358 direct heirs seek title to the New York estate and fund estimated at 1,000,000,000 dollars after 30 years of effort, with representatives in attendance.
The Pure Food Law aims to inform consumers about harmful drugs in medicines and require labeling of chloroform opium morphine and other habit forming drugs. Chamberlains Cough Remedy now shows such mentions, confirming the claim it contains none of these drugs. It is described as safe and effective for coughs and colds and sold by all druggists.
Indiana School Board met Thursday evening to review monthly business and discuss plans for the Second Avenue building in New Castle. The directors recommended installing a hot air heating system in the new structure, with no other new business considered.
Eldereridge Academy secured revenge for a prior loss as Salzeburg boys were defeated at Eldersridge on Thursday by a 25 to 20 score. W. P. and R. Ewing starred for the Ridge, while Kearby Kelly and Smith led for Kiski.
Fragmentary report states Punk Lydick left Towa after a prior arrest for drunkenness. A Burgess Crogamen hearing allegedly suggested Punk should relocate for unspecified reasons. Phone number 160 appears in the text.
A transient named Richard O Connor posed as a plasterer and solicited payment from Indiana residents after a string of false pretenses. He boarded trains, claimed connections to various firms, and attempted to secure cash from multiple boarding houses. O Connor fled when confronted by officers, with reports noting his use of aliases and various stories to obtain funds and shelter.
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