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Indiana Evening Gazette

Location

Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1929

Page

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Cattle Shows For Next Week

Three dairy cattle exhibitions are scheduled for next week starting Tuesday at Marion Canter Perk with over 100 head shown by the Marion Center Jersey Bull Association and Calf Club. A judging contest for youths and aged cows is planned, and the Indiana County Jersey Cattle Club meeting begins at 1 30 pm. Wednesday features Lovejoy Jersey Bull Association show at Purchase Line Academy grounds with judging by J Keim from State College and J Wyke of Jeannette, plus a New York City American Jersey Cattle Club rep. On Saturday June 24 Elders Ridge Guernsey Bull Association hosts its show and picnic at I M Speedy’s farm near Livermore with an American Guernsey Cattle Club rep possible.

Marion Canter Marion Center

Kiwanis Leader Praises Individual Emphasis at Texas Convention

O. 58 Cummings of Dallas, Kiwanis president, urged focus on human and spiritual values over material gains. He said Kiwanis expands civic leadership by connecting business and professional people, while outlining plans for membership service, community progress, and humanity’s broader service. The 1930 convention agenda includes officer elections Thursday and choosing between Atlantic City or Miami for the next meeting.

Kiwanis Cummings Dallas Atlantic City Miami

Prohibition Amendment Groups Report Fund totals

The Association Against the Prohibition Amendment led by Henry Curran reported 213,307.42 in receipts and 211,683 in its campaign from January through May. In 1928 the group’s contributions totaled 417,433.18, with San Francisco and Missouri affiliates also listing sums. The Anti Saloon League and allied groups noted 4,157 in contributions and 2,178 in expenditures over three months, and 86,404 spent in 1928 for the national campaign.

Association Against the Henry Curran Association Against the Prohibition Amendment of San Francisco Missouri Association Federal Dispensary and Tax Reduction League Thoma. W. Phillips Butler Anti-Saloon Capite of America Eagne Committee

Farewell for Leona Group in Indiana City

Lieutenant Leona Group, active with Musigen and Mrs. Painter in Salvation Army work, has received orders to leave Indiana. A farewell reception is tonight at the local citadel, followed by a public farewell meeting Sunday at 7:30. She heads to Butler then Sharon, Pa, to join new Army assignments. many supporters expect a strong turnout to wish her God’s blessing.

Leona Group Musigen Sharon Lieut Croup

Prohibition and Wet Groups Spend Heavily in Past Year

Indianapolis flying squadron spent 47428 while the Prohibition National Committee used 12595.01. Combined expenditures of wet and dry organizations during the past year exceed 590000, according to the reports.

Flying Squadron Indianapolis Prohibition National Committee

Double Burial For Reighs In Wilkinsburg

Mr and Mrs Reigh of Grand View near Kittanning died Friday from internal injuries after broken ribs caused punctures in an accident. An investigation is under way with an inquest likely. Surviving: Edna and infant William, with Mrs Reigh's father A A Campbell of Grand View summoned. Funeral at the Reigh home Sunday at 2 30 PM with burial in South Bend Cemetery.

Weather slow to rain as farmers fear crop damage

Severe electrical storm drenched Eastern Massachusetts with lightning and rain. A 27 year old woman, Mrs Roy Turner, was killed at a Seventh Day Adventist camp in South Lancaster when a tent pole lightning strike hit her corset steel stay. Her husband and toddler daughter survived shocks. East Boston Airport suffered aircraft wrecks and damage, power lines fell, and Greater Boston streets flooded.

Weather Bureau Dorset Steel Boston INS Massachusetts Roy Turner Lancaster

Hadden and Daughter Visit Pittsburgh on Tuesday

Kf. Hadden and his daughter Elizabeth of Penn Run were business callers in Pittsburgh on Tuesday, visiting local firms and meeting contacts.

Kf. Hadden Elizabeth Penn Run Pittsburgh

Homer City Missionary Church Notes Move Through June

The Homer City Missionary group plans to stay through June 30 with the evangelist readying a Gospel truck for a forthcoming dedication. Pastor Rev. W. H. Sebree invites all to attend services at 11:00 A M and 7:30 P M, listing regular hours for multiple local churches and denominations along with Bible studies, baptisms, pageants, and Sunday School schedules. The notice also mentions a farewell meeting for Lieutenant Leona Group, who departs for Sharon after aiding locally since last November.

Taw Homer City W. H. Sebree First Regular Baptist Arthur RB Bible School A. B. Wosbach Court ‘House John Scott—Bible School Damascus Road Jesus Margaret Cummins Zion Lutheran B. F. Bieber Christian Endeavor Christian Richard Eaton David Christ Episcopal Roger Charnock St. Bernard's N. P. McNelis Christian Science Community Hall Church of God W. CO. T. A. Hall Harry W. Miller Ida Fisher Christian and Missionary Alliance Galvation Army Hall William MacTavish Philadelphia Street St. James A. M Willson Blairsville Creekside Methodist Episcopal Camby L. Moore Salvation Army Holiness Young People's Legion C. G. Almeda Hennaman Leona Group Sharon Elijah Elisha

Girl Slayer Plea Put Off by Defense Strategy

The man who faced a possible murder in the first degree indictment by the Franklin County grand jury said his plea would be decided by his lawyers, who have begun crafting a defense that could spark hope for a courtroom battle rather than a confession.

Franklin County Grand Jury

Stock Market Noon Snapshot of Named Firms

At noon the market shows mixed activity with several large companies listed among top movers. Among rail and oil names, Chesapeake and Ohio, Pure Oil, and American Locomotive appear, while others such as Studebaker, Westinghouse, and U S Steel show notable trading interest amid wide price swings.

Aim Cal Aesseeseseseeeseres Anaconda Sereeveceseerrerey Bethlehem Atchison T and SF

Deliberate and Premeditated Murder Verdict Quoted

The grand jury described the crime as deliberate and premeditated murder. Snovak’s lawyers claim mitigating circumstances exist but will not disclose them. Attorney Seidel offered brief remarks on the case and its defense strategy.

Snovak Seidel

Distinction Between Murder and Homicide Clarified

The text explains that murder is the unlawful taking of a human life, while two forms of homicide excusable and justifiable are not punishable. It notes public perception versus legal judgment, where a person may seem guilty to the mob but be found not guilty in court after presenting the facts and circumstances.

Death claims and penitentiary transfer reported in local notices

Death claims list grandchildren and family, funeral at 745 Locust Street with Rev. Dr. B. F. Bieber and Greenwood Cemetery interment. Separate note: Charles Shank Ward, serving life for a Greensburg murder, transferred to Rockview Prison, rumored suicide attempts, survived by wife and two children in Indiana.

A. Clair Paul H. Rankin Frances Lawton Helen Curtis Beard Maurice Thelma Trusal Chauncey Alice Ruth Constance Lou Kunkle Lois Robert Waugaman Edward Trusal Philadelphia John Fry Willet Locust Street B. F. Bieber Greenwood Cemetery Charles Shank Rossiter Daary Rockview Carlo Madagolio Greensburg Shank Madaglio Rosciter Indiana

Government Probes Proposed Food Merger

Washington June 28 INS The half billion food products merger backed by Morgan interests in New York will be examined under anti trust policy by the Department of Justice. Senator Brookhart of Iowa criticizes the move claiming higher food prices and loss of opportunity. Senator McKellar of Tennessee urges DOJ and FTC to tighten scrutiny of the merger.

Washington Morgan New York Department of Justice Broo’hart (Ry Lowa McKellar Ieenessee Federal Trade

Convict escape pursuit tightens near Sweeny

In Sweeny Texas on June 21 guards closed in on 43 convicts who escaped from Clemens prison farm. Two more prisoners J J Hailey and Tim Nichols were shot last night. four wounded. A ranch man fired on two others attempting to steal a car. Heavily armed guards sealed the Brazos river bottom circle as the fugitives portrayed the desperate escape, many considered dangerous.

Sweenay Texas Clemens Are J. J. Hailey Tim Nichols Brazos River

Sinclair Out by Christmas

Justice McCoy signed commitment papers for oil magnate Harry F. Sinclair, sentencing him to six months for contempt of court to run concurrently with his 90 day contempt of the Senate term. With good behavior, he will be released December 22 from District Jail.

Washington Harry F. Sinclair Walter I. McCoy

Woman Rescues Son From Bear Pit At Carnival

Uniontown Pennsylvania June 22 Mrs Peter Nagi entered the bear pit to save her three year old son as he tumbled toward the bear ropes. The child was pulled free and taken to Uniontown hospital in not serious condition while Mrs Nagi suffered shock.

Uniontown INS Peter Nagi Pittsburgh Nagi Sa Itegs Uniontown Hospital

Gun practice on errant spouse in Pittsburgh report

Pittsburgh dispatch says June 22 a Mt Lebanon landscaper Guy Conte watched his wife who had recently separated, fire a revolver from a cottage lawn. Conte chased her toward woods as neighbors summoned police. The woman was to be arraigned today.

Pittsburgh Guy Conte Gardner Mt. Lebanon Conto William Zammin

Demolays End Convention In Philadelphia Finale

Philadelphia June 22 Delegates to the state convention of the order of DeMolay concluded their annual conclave after electing new officers John E Groome York Master Councillor Harrison C Hartline Fire Senior Councillor Burton F Carson Pittsburgh Junior Councillor Robert C Dunn Kane Treasurer Edward R Hyde Pittsburgh scribe The 1080 conclave will be held in York George M Scheid Tarentum was named president of the State Alumni Association as delegates began a boat trip around Philadelphia to close the program

Philadelphia INS Order of de Molay John E. Groome York Harrison C. Hartline Fiie Burton FP. Carson This City Robert C. Dunn Kane Edward R. Hyde Pittsburgh George M. Scheid Tarentum State Alumni Association

Man's Skeleton Identified In Mines Near Pittsburgh

The skeletal remains found in a Mifflin township coal mine were identified by Ida Martier as George Martier, a former police officer missing for years. County Detective Michael McDermott suggested murder, noting skull evidence and the body possibly hidden in the mine shaft south of the workings. identification followed examination of clothing with the skeleton.

Pittsburgh Mifflin Township Ida Martier George Martier North Vargailles Coal and Tron Michael McDermott Martier Ald Miss Marlier

Deserted, Ann Sues for $250,000 in Chicago

A distressed woman named Ann files a $250,000 lawsuit in Chicago alleging deceit and damages from a man who promised love and pledged loyalty, then abandoned her. The filing cites emotional harm and financial loss as central claims.

Ann

Spanish War Veterans Reunion in Hazleton Sets June Dates

The United Spanish War Veterans plan a Grand Reunion in Hazleton on June 27 to 29, with a state convention led by State Commander J. Clark Mansfield of Pittsburgh. The Auxiliary, led by Mary May Haubens of Carbondale, will meet alongside. Attendees will sign ecards to identify comrades, and Havana encampment films will be shown. Home hospitality from Hazleton residents and daily celebrations are planned amid a historic gathering in Pennsylvania.

Hazleton Pennsylvania Spain United Spanish War Veterans J. Clark Mansfield Pittsburgh The Mary 1. Haubens Carbondale Eures Havana Cuba

Legion Dance Next Friday by American Legion Post 141

Indiana Post 141 American Legion has booked Paul Graham and his Graham Crackers for a June 28 dance. Past dances drew 100 to 150 couples, praised as real music in a well-run venue. Joe Graf, the prior band, is among the best on the road and will return in July.

Indiana the Legion Joe Joe Graft

Co Ed Death's Impact Felt By Six Persons in Ohio

Columbus report on Dr James Snook, former Ohio State professor, accused of killing coed Theora Hix with hammer blows and a knife. The victims include Theora's grieving parents Mr and Mrs Melvin Hix of Bradenton Florida and the doctor's wife Mrs Snook. The case prompts calls for punishment to deter future harm.

Columbus James Snook Ohio State University Theorn ‘Hix Melvin Hix Bradenton Fla

Ohio professor faces death after deadly Hix case

In Columbus Ohio Dr Melvin T Hix vows to see Dr James H Snook sent to the electric chair for the murder of Hixs Ohio State co ed daughter Keora Snook confessed and awaits trial as the bereaved father denounces the educated man as shrewd and calculating and demands full punishment for the crimeThe article notes Snooks dismissal from university and public disgrace for Meyers and others linked to the affair.

James H. Snook Ohio State University Theora K. Hix Columbus Snook Miss Hix Misa Theora Hix Mrs. Snook Marion T. Meyera Wil Meyers Hig Lot Dr. Snook Ohio State Penitentiary Melvin T. Hix Braden Fla Hix Keora Ohio State Franklin County

In Memoriam J Robert Wiggin One Year Gone

In loving remembrance of our dear husband and father J Robert Wiggin who passed June 23 1928 a precious one from us has gone a voice we loved is stilled a ree is vacant in our home which never can be filled though his face no more we see his soul is safe in heaven the silent heartache known only to those who have lost. Sadly missed by wife and family

J. Robert Wiggins

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