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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1929
Page
1
J L Thornton, secretary to the Senator, claimed there was nothing to the veronal drug charge after a student admitted drinking and lying about his intoxication to avoid consequences. He said the drunken episode followed a football game and involved a first impulse to protect himself.
Medical team at Mercy hospital used serum to treat Eugene after infection by germ bacillus welchii. Arm was amputated up to a few inches below the shoulder. Initial doubt gave way to cautious optimism as infection receded and recovery began. This marked a historic turn in local medical practice.
Governor John S. Fisher addressed the Pennsylvania Military College class after receiving a doctor of laws. He urged graduates to seek simple things in life and mastery of essentials. Rear Admiral Moffett Major General Fecher and Professor John M. Anders also received honorary degrees. Thirty three Army and Navy aircraft participated in a mock air battle over the campus during the ceremony.
Philadelphia June 20 An endowment of 500000 dollars to create three memorial professorships at the University of Pennsylvania was announced by Provost Josiah H Penni man at commencement. Edward B Robinette, a Philadelphia banker, contributed toward the Robinette foundation whose pot stood at 1000000 dollars after starting with 250000 last June. The initial gift earmarked for a heart disease clinic and ongoing research. Dr George L Sioussat urged religious tolerance and free speech noting unity against religious hatred amid higher education.
Two elev ated trains collided on a death curve at 110th Street and Eighth Avenue killing guard Edward Brennan and injuring thirty six. Motorman James McGlynn was charged with homicide after the crash which Whalen blamed on him. Lewis Grazer testified as a witness, while the transit commission opened an inquiry. Most riders fled through smoke to the next station as fires broke out.
C A Hiller reports 8415 Ring-necked Pheasant eggs set at John S Fisher Game Farm Montgomery County by end of week June 8. By June 16 an additional 1000 eggs expected. 121 young birds already in rearing fields thriving well. If hatch succeeds 1500 to 2000 pairs may be produced, to be held over for 40000 to 50000 eggs next spring. A dedicatory program with Governor Fisher and local conservationists is planned. Some gaudy domestic pheasants such as Silver Golden and Lady Amherst may be raised for show purposes.
Point on People A. Logan Miller of Locust street has gone to Wayneeboro, where he will be employed during the summer in the Landis Machine Co. plant. W. T. Smith of Smithport was a caller in Indiana yesterday. Asher Glenn and W. M. Moorhead, supervisors of Green township were here today attending a hearing relative to a viewers hearing for damages. Walter Sherwin of Banks township was here yesterday looking after business. M. D. Lynn, tax collector and Squire Lynn, both of West Wheatfield township, were attending to business here yesterday.
Irving Fisher of the Bon Ton Store announced prizes for the men and women team workers who turn in the largest campaign sums and most subscriptions. Two men and two women qualify. Ritz Theater hosts a benefit for Indiana Memorial Hospital Campaign with part of gross receipts donated. Feature film West of Zanzibar with Lon Chaney screens.
Speculative activity centered on public utilities with gains across the sector. Gold imports from Canada and Europe bolster the credit base while big traders return to the financial district. Westinghouse leads electricals, with several utility names hitting new highs and broad gains across food and metals stocks as the day progressed.
Across Western Pennsylvania heat and humidity fueled storms with highs above 90 and record heat. Lightning killed two in Newton and another died in Wilmington as cooling showers offered late relief. Nine deaths were linked to the week long heat spell.
Snook was subjected to the longest grilling in Columbus police history. Interrogation occurred at the city jail, then he was moved back to the county jail. At 7:45, about ninety minutes later, investigators rushed from the city jail to the county facility.
An advertisement touts a three second corn remover named Herodine Corn Remover offering a money back guarantee. It promises painless treatment without cutting and claims the solution is harmless antiseptic. A 35 cent bottle is advertised at drug stores with a quick relief claim.
Dr. Snook, a former Ohio State University veterinary professor, admitted returning to Miss Hix’s apartment and possessing her missing key before her body was found June 14 at a rifle range outskirts. Authorities described the interrogation as brutal third degree as Snook’s statements tied him to the slain medical student and to burning the girl’s clothing.
It highlights the importance of nutrition and health, promoting Battle Creek Health Foods as known for nutritious and laxative benefits. Encourages readers to request the Healthful Living recipe book at the Our Health Food Department.
Washington dispatch notes Congress lingered in dispute over prohibition enforcement with a Senate Democratic insurgent coalition challenging the White House. Hoover faced sharp criticism as the Farm relief and debentur plans met resistance. Treasury lines signaled costly enforcement could require over fifty million dollars for a broader crackdown beyond Detroit.
King found in abandoned shack in south Leechburg and accompanied officers to Indiana without resistance. Mrs. Thompson has no near relatives. Funeral services will be held Friday at 10 a.m. at J A McClarren residence in Saltsbury by Rev Stevens with interment in Edgewood Cemetery.
In Punxsutawney on June 20 Ellen Carlyn Pugliese daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Pugliese and Joseph F Mazza son of Mr and Mrs Jose Mazza of Homer City united in marriage at Cosmos and Damian’s Church with Monseigneur Link officiating. After the ceremony the couple and friends dined at the groom’s Homer City home.
Stephen Lisicky aged 35 died at his Blairsville home after a short illness. He worked at the Blairsville National Plate Glass plant and leaves a widow and four children. Funeral at 9:00 AM Saturday at St Simon and St Jude Church Blairsville, burial in the church cemetery. Harry Berlin, former Latrobe resident, died Tuesday at Connellsville State Hospital after a week with pneumonia. He leaves a widow, his mother Mrs. Henry Berlin of Blairsville, a brother L B Berlin of Latrobe, and five sisters.
The readable segments list several women with surnames and origins including Latrobe Pittaburghtites New Kennington and Marion Indiana. The garbledOCR preserves only scattered names and places, offering no cohesive event or story to summarize.
Mra Morton Payne of Oohemibue arrived overland by way of Maat in Indiana and will spend a year in her mother's home. Gineech et al. M. Fleming and daughter Mary of Willet were here yesterday making arrangements. J Wood Clark, Clerk of UW 5 Court of Pittsburgh, spent a couple days in Indiana visiting old friends. Mr Lewis Tate and Mr Joe Galt of Clymer were visiting friends in Indiana on Tuesday.
Steel production did not drop in May while backlogs shrink in some products, with overall output holding steady. Automotive demand remains a key factor. however elevated steel usage in ships, vessels, and rail reports shows mixed strength as firms plan for higher future consumption.
The article records a locally staged program by the Young People of the Presbyterian church at Sunda School in Calera with songs like The Rugged Cross and remarks by Rev. McCamey. It notes attendance, social club activities, and visits from residents including Miss Ruth Mook and Mrs. William Bowser, plus campus plans for Mies Haddock and Nelson for the University of Cobonads summer term. It mentions highway survey work between Dixonville and Marion Center, and the opening of the Presbyterian Vacation Bible School with 45 enrollments led by Margaret Diem and Mrs. John Johnston. Earl Mitchell of Penn State is home for vacation.
Widmann and Tesh Inc markets MELLO GLO Face Powder as a French process product preferred by attractive women. It claims no flakiness or irritation, longer wear, no shiny noses, and reduced pore size, promising a smoother application and a youthful bloom.
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