08 Mar 1927
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1927
Page
1
The Valley Daily News of Tarentum cites Pittsburgh’s limited morning and evening papers and notes past failures when starting new titles. It argues newspapers require a clear field, public confidence, service, capable leadership, and profit potential, pointing to high costs and hazard in launching ventures.
The document details 1926 expenditures for prisoner maintenance across facilities like the Western Penitentiary Morgantown Allegheny County and more, totaling 36785.97 with deductions. It also lists revenues: costs and fines from Common Pleas and Quarter Sessions and fees from registers and clerks, totaling 37011.93 turned over to the County Treasurer.
Indiana Borough lawmakers approve a 2000 appropriation for the Indiana Free Library for the current year after petitions from about 600 residents and support from the Rotary Club and the American Legion. The plan aims to supplement grants from Indiana County and town taxes to cover operating costs.
Death notices for Mrs. Co E Ellsworth and Mr Bolen with details on birthplaces, marriages, survivors, and service times. Also notices for Miss Sadie Kephart, two, with interment in Sample Run Cemetery. services held at local homes and churches with local clergy.
James H Maize a Wilmar California youth was struck by a passing automobile on Garvey Avenue near Jackson Street sustaining a fractured skull and a badly bruised leg. The impact occurred just behind the youth causing a slide and the car halted after hitting him twice. Dr Feldkamp said the fracture was near the youth s back and he has remained conscious with a good chance of recovery. The boy s father J M Maize is a former Punxsutawney resident now of 2629 South Jackson Avenue Wilmar.
The session contains a 3-cent gas tax bill, with funds allocated to the motor license fund. A new bill raises travel allowances for county school superintendents by 230 dollars, to 750 dollars, while workmen's compensation rates undergo a broad revision. Bills in both houses aim to speed action after two months of conferences, increasing weekly maximums, reducing waiting days, and adjusting total payments to 6500 dollars from 5000.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a debate in a house over a presbyterian charter and amendments. It references voting on a provision allowing any member to vote, with implications for congregational era and Dawes. The text is garbled but indicates procedural steps and potential changes to the charter terms.
A town petition urges moving a cabin blocking view of a church on North Fayette Street. The new Indiana Borough tree planning committee, led by TH. LL Brilhart, Thomas Pealer and Henry Hall with John S. Taylor as secretary, aims to uniform tree planting and select climate suitable varieties to improve street attractiveness.
A major Blairsville realty deal concludes with renovations finished and Brizzi taking immediate possession. The sale was brokered by G. L. Clawson and Son, Bluff Street brokers. A Hillside post office issue ends as Ernest Benson appointed postmaster after Hillside residents opposed a rural route. A 1925 Chevrolet touring car is stolen from Latrobe. license 684 753. A white male corpse, 27, found near Salina tunnel remains unidentified after interment at Vandergrift. investigation yields no clues.
Three people were injured during a riot in Ann Arbor as students clashed with police wielding tear gas. Objects were hurled at officers, and while several assaults occurred near the Arcade and Majestic, police dispersed the crowds with tear bombs. Injuries were minor and no arrests were reported.
A fragment lists performers and pieces including Walker Mrs Gessler pianist duets from Birthday Music and Song of the Nile, with Cadman Mrs E C Buchheit directing double quartets. Accompanists named include Mrs Stewart Mrs King and Mrs Jackson, indicating a rehearsal or meeting rundown.
Clarence W. Regan 44 of Connellsville, a shell shocked World War veteran, suspended a can with a helicopter above his head filled with a deadly poison Doisan covered his face with a handkerchief and lay down to sleep. Coroner J P Caldwell reported the death as self inflicted with no reason ascertained. Regan had come to New Castle from Connellsville on a visit.
Paris March 8 Charles M Schwab American magnate says he is getting too old for strenuous travel He announced his departure on the S Leviathan for the United States and declared this would be his last trip from Europe He said I would have grossed the Atlantic seventy times and this is going to be my last.
A dense listing of orchestra concerts, programs, broadcasts, and times across multiple venues and stations including Pitt orchestras, William Penn Orchestra, Etzi Corate's Orchestra, and Radio Cavalcade. Notable items include Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh theater and music lineups, noon weather notes, health periods, and late evening radio schedules across WTAM WJAS WCAE KDKA WSBE.
Federal Judge John C. Knox denied an appeal as Aston Shapiro and Tom Miller spoke of mercy. Emory Buckner, the prosecutor, fought to defend the government while Miller’s case drew emotional testimony about the underpaid worker and “the underdog” in a disputed crime against the government.
New York report states Consuelo Vanderbilt, former Mrs Karl T. Smith, is mother to an eight pound bay girl. Both mother and daughter are doing well. The Smith home saw a gathering of the Sith and Vanderbilt clans after the arrival. Their January 1926 wedding had been a major social event in New York.
Mrs Ro Mf Dodson spent Friday with her parents Mr and Mrs John Henry of Canoe Ridge. John Painter was an Indiana visitor. Mrs Iflord of Priest spent the weekend with her mother Mrs Bila Hurds. Mrs IF W Querlin spent the weekend with relatives at DuBois. Mrs AL Oberlin spent the weekend with relatives at Du Bois. Mrs F Richards and son Orale spent the past week with her parents Mr and Mrs DM Pots. Mrs Charles Hoop of Valier spent a couple of days with her parents Mr and Mrs Harry Richardson returning home Sunday. Mrs Francis Work is spending a month with her daughter at Du Bois. I KN Richardson of Shloda spent Saturday and Sunday with relatives. Mrs Line Dean was a Punxsutawney visitor on Thursday and Friday here. Ben Galentine spent Friday with his brother Ford at the Indiana Hospital.
A crowded list of Washington, Creekside, Glen Campbell and nearby residents visit Indiana for court and social business. Notables include C M Harmon of Creekside returning to court, J M Smeltzer and Roy A Orr on local affairs, and Constables Harmano and Reinhard among others. Several travelers, hotel guests, and merchants from Du Bois to Pittsburgh are mentioned, with visits to the Indiana Hotel and community events.
A report from last night’s meeting shows men of Indiana expect progress on Scout funding with enthusiasm and districts outside Indiana progressing as towns begin work. Alexander Cruden, author of the Concordance, claimed a commission to reform England’s morale and adopted the title Alexander the Corrector.
We express heartfelt thanks for the kindnesses shown during our mother's illness and after her death. Gratitude is extended for the floral tribute and the use of the home on the day of the funeral.
Harrisburg March 8 The bi monthly report from Pennsylvania labor offices notes the worst may be past with some gains in metal and shipyard activity but coal remains below normal. Unemployment persists in Altoona and pharmacy areas while spring offers tentative improvement in Allentown Philadelphia. Women workers face surpluses and wage cuts as job seekers flood offices. The report also notes farm workers reappearing as spring nears.
The Indiana County W C T U offers institutes to train workers and inform the public on temperance and law observance. Sessions in Marion Center March 9, Indiana March 10, Blairsville March 11 feature Silver Medal contests, music, and addresses by Mrs. Allinan N. Tregise and Mrs. Trezige.
Thanking friends and neighbors for sympathy after the accident and death of our dear little boy Robert George Jacoby. Also grateful for flowers and use of cars. From Mrs. Jacoby and Children. For sale baby chicks Barred and White Rocks Single Comb Reds and White Leghorns. Shipment every Wednesday first dated February 28. Paul B. Hasinger 929 Wayne Ave Indiana Pa Montix.
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