Promoters’ R R Line Hit By Lackawanna Objections
The plan to build 283 miles of main line from Allegheny City to Easton plus two 30 mile spurs met a snag as Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railroad filed objections with the Interstate Commerce Commission. It argued the New York Pittsburgh and Chicago Railroad lacks public interest justification, would have no connecting lines in Pittsburgh, and could not reach New York harbor or improve traffic beyond existing routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
INS
New York, Pittsburgh and Chicago Railroad Company
State of
Pennsylvania
Allegheny City
Easton
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
Interstate Commerce Commission
Lackawanna
New York Harbor
Pittsburgh
West
Weather forecast shows warmer today then cooler later
Observer E C Lorentz reported a mild rise today with rain later and cooler weather to follow. May first week averages run about 12 degrees below normal as disturbances move from the North Pacific to the New England area bringing continued rain and below normal temperatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C. Lorentz
Mr. Lorentz
New England
North Pacific Agast
Rocky Mountain District
Jail Delivery Plot Aids Suspect in Adams County
State police hold Roy Diamond, 22, of Annville on charges of aiding Philip Hartman in escaping Adams County jail. Hartman, convicted in Trooper Haley murder, allegedly planned the escape. saws Diamond sent were routed through a miscarriage of plans. Diamond arrested yesterday with details appearing in court filings.
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Gettysburg
May
Roy Diamond
Annville
Philip A. Hartman
Francis A. Haley
Adams County
Diamond
Hartman
Sean Speaker
New York Baby Farm Deaths Alarm Authorities
Dozen deaths in a New York baby farm run by Mrs. Helen Geisen-Volk are under investigation after a ten day old boy died at Metropolitan Hospital. Assistant District Attorney Charlie White probes starvation claims as Geisen-Volk faces 35000 bail and potential court questioning. Angerer, demanding answers about his missing son, alleges substitution and misreporting. Six burial certificates for infants were found among Geisen-Volk’s effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
INS
Helen Augusta Gelsen-Volk
68Th Street
Metropolitan Hospital
Charlie White
Geisen-Volk
Toay
William Augerar
Mnan
Angerer
Chicago
Geisen-Vobb
Cherry Tree Man Injured In Auto Crash
Augustine G. Hahn of Oak Ridge Coal and Coke Co. and Marcellus Drass of Cherry Tree clothing store were injured when Hahn's coupe hit Robert Dillon’s touring car on the Patton Hastings road. Hahn had a compound nose fracture and facial cuts, Drass suffered several broken ribs, both treated at Dr. C. G. L. McCoy’s office. Two boys in the touring car escaped injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hastings
Augustine G. Hahn
Oak Ridge Coal and Coke Co
Marcellus Drass
Holtz and Dress Clothing
Cherry Tree
Patton- Hastings
Hahn
Robert Dillon
Carrolltown
Drass
CG. L. McCoy
Wilse Langham Celebrates Birthday in City
R Wilse Langham, a well known resident and veteran of the Spanish American War, marks his birthday today. He enjoys a cigar and shares the brand with many friends as they wish him many more returns of the day. He is past commander of the Joseph Blakeley Camp United Spanish War Veterans in this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilse Langham
Mr. Langham
Joseph Blakeley
United
Clawson Fenton Marriage Announced in Greensburg
Mr and Mrs J A Clawson announce the marriage of their son Neal P Clawson of Brackenridge to Miss Mabel Fenton of Indiana. The ceremony occurred on May 4 at Greensburg. The couple will reside in Brackenridge where Mr Clawson is employed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Clawson
Homey City
Neal P. Clawson
Brackenridge
Mabel
Fenton
Indiana
Greensburg
Mr. Clawson
Visitor from Ohio recalls Rayne roots in hometown piece
A former Rayne township resident Samuel D Bell now lives in Springfield Ohio returns to recount old home county ties. The message includes Mother's Day greetings and local ads for flowers and rentals, with notes about Indiana Mercantile Co and Ruehheit Bros offering apartments and specials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel D. Bell
Rayne Township
Springfield, O
Old Home County
Clark Brothers Ice Cream Plant Sold to W. E. Hoffman Co.
Yesterday the Clark Brothers Ice Cream plant joined the W. E. Hoffman Co., a Pennsylvania corporation with offices in Altoona. Hoffman, part of the Rieck-Meluikin Dairy Co. and National Dairy Products Corp., retains all current staff. C. W. Clark remains plant manager, and personnel are unchanged. The merger expands sourcing and distribution for Indiana and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark Brothers
W. E.hoffman Company
Hoffman Company
Pennsylvania
Altoona
Tyrone
Philipsburg
Barnesborpe
Pennsylvania Furnace
W. E. Hoffman Co
Rieck-Meluikin Dairy Co
Pittsburgh
National Dairy Products Corporation
Chicago
Newark
N. J
New York
C. W. Clark
W. B. Hoffman Co
Indiana
Mothers and Daughters Banquet at Homer City Church
The Methodist Episcopal Church of Homer City hosted a Mothers and Daughters banquet in the church basement last evening. Pink and white decor set a graceful scene as mothers and daughters arrived, with fathers and sons serving a standout chicken dinner. The crowd of about lid persons praised the meal and hoped for an annual event, enjoying roast chicken, mashed potatoes, dressing, vegetables, bread, and dessert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mothers’ and Daughters
Methodist ‘Episcopal Church
Homer City
Fathers and Sons
Fay
Bituminous Men's Meeting in Pittsburgh
Western Pennsylvania and Ohio coal industry issues were aired at a meeting for railroad executives and coal operators in Pittsburgh. The session focused on labor and freight-rate structure with expectations of relief that did not materialize, as coal men sought information and criticized rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh, May
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Pittsburgh and
Capiens
Mothers' Day Grace Church Program
The Grace Church Mothers Day program lists devotions by Edward N. Lydick and recitations by Bernies Recibal and Juno and Violet Stake. Readings by Clay Berkey and E N Lydick with songs by Mr and Mrs N Lydick and a closing benediction by J D Stake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Ginerty Bun
Seren
Edward N. Lydick
Young Pean
Bernies
Juno
Violet Stake
Blaine
D. Stake
J.P
Shore
Irs
Lydick
Clay Berkepile
Steele Berkey
McCracken
Cong iHonal
iMrother
Fred Golden
Beere
J. D. Stake
Woods Beat Irons In First Golf Tourney
The golf match at the Country Club yesterday afternoon between The Woods captained by Ross M Sutton and The Irons captained by Phil Connor was won by The Woods. The course saw improvements this spring including a 60 foot flag pole at the first tee and new tents for players and caddies. After dinner, cups for last year’s competitors were presented, with Vernon Fritchman and Elmer Ellis among the winners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Woods
Ross
M ‘Sutton
Irons
Phil Connor
Wooda
Mugis
Pennsylvania
olLowe
Funeral of Robt Mitchell Remembers a former resident
The funeral for Robert M. Mitchell, a longtime resident, was held Monday afternoon. He leaves a widow and children including Frank and George Mitchell of Pittsburgh, John Mitchell of Chicago, Mrs. Frank E. Walker of Pittsburgh, and Mrs. William Gibson of Indiana. Clark Bros Co thanks customers and notes W. E. Hoffman Co affiliation will not affect personnel. May Day and Mother’s Day promotions from local shops are listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Gibson
Pittsburgh
Robert M. Mitchell
Frank Mitchell
Geo
Mitchell
Frank E. Walker
John Mitchell
Chicago
Indiana
W. E. Hoffman Co
Clark Bros. Co
C.W
CEE Wet Onx
Soft Fill Closes Road at Home
A soft fill closes the road at home forcing a detour toward Marion Center via Pierce Hollow and Gai bleton. The last concrete on Marion Spur is noted as the final stage of the work.
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Marion Center
Pierce Hollow
Gaibleton
Marion Spur
Road Notes Marion Center Gap in Route 63 Closes Travel
A section of Route 63 at Kellysburg suffers from deep loose fill causing frequent closures and vehicle jams. State crews use mule teams to free stuck trucks and a detour via Pearce Hollow to Gableton is in effect. Officials seek urgent fixes to the 400 foot concrete extension and consider a side roadway to prevent rain tied-ups. Representative Griffith has advocated for the paving gap near Home and an overhead crossing over the R and P tracks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Center
Kellysburg
Pearce Hollow
Gableton
Main Street
Griffith
Nine Erie and Johnstown residents indicted on prohibition charges
Indictments returned by the May term grand jury name nine Erie residents and nineteen Johnstown residents charged with violations of the national prohibition act. Defendants facing counts include William Conners and others alleged to operated a distillery at Hills Mills Dairy Products Company Erie. Authorities seized distillery equipment and whiskey on October 24, 1924. The Johnstown group is charged with maintaining a nuisance at 101 Baumer Street and violating prohibition laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
Erie
Johnstown
United States District Court
William Conners
William Hafenlocker
Ernest Fitzer
Thomas J. Hilliard
Reynold Smith
A. ©. Miner
R. C. Mall
A. F. Osborne
H. L. Foster
Evie
Hills Mills Dairy Products Company
Dairy Company
Baumer Street
Johnsown
Ernest G. Emmerling
Daniel J. Shields
John G. Emmerling
Charles Lynch
Fred Wurster
Louis Abrahamson
Herman Widman
Victor J. Schulley
Julius Rothstein
Russell Spangler
William Holtzman
Milan Dieklich
W. W. ‘Hardison
J. M. Dastman
C. L. Smith
Snyder
Brophy protests to Gov Pinchot over Nanty-Glo police
John Brophy president of district No 2 United Mine Workers sends telegram to Gov Gifford Pinchot protesting Heisley Coal Co for deputizing over 100 men including gunmen as deputy sheriffs at Nanty-Glo Cambria County. He warns of a private army threatening peace and local government and urges immediate government intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nant-Y-Glo
Heisley Coal Co
John Brophy
United Mine Workers
Nanty-Glo
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Plan Mapes by Roberts on Coast Guard anti rum plan
An outline of a new government plan against rum runners on the New York coast is discussed. Admiral Billard heads the Coast Guard effort, with coordinations involving Congress and a broad national campaign to seal the waters.
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Roberts
INS
Washington, M
New York
America
C. Billard
Coast ‘Guard
Congress
Treatment of Rus in Canada Sparks Diplomatic Tension
Government officials deny a looming treaty with LAT that would block U S actions near the Canadian border. Treasury and security agencies report ships and guard crews remain on alert to prevent smuggling while enforcement steps are prepared amid ongoing rum row tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Canada
The
Treasury
Primitive duel ends in death near Tatwell Tennessee
In Knoxvillle May 8 a primitive duel at Tatwell Ta led to the deaths of Oscar O Dell 22 and Carl Cole 23. Cole was held on a shooting charge. Both men were sons of prominent Claiborne county farmers. They argued and fired almost simultaneously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knoxvilue
Tenn
Tatwell
Oscar O'Dell
Carl Cole
Claiborne County
Bodla
Synagogue Fire Mystery In Pittsburgh
Fire destroyed valuable vestments at the Chay Scholar Synagogue in Pittsburgh today and was ruled incendiary after police investigation. Entrance was gained through a rear window, but overall damage to the building was slight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
Editor John T. Simpson in critical illness report
John T. Simpson editor of Simpson's Leader-Times in Kittanning was ill at his North Grant street home and his condition was listed as critical this morning with fears he would not survive the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Simpson
Simpson
Leader-Times
Kittanning
North
Grant Street
Parent Teacher Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church
The final meeting of the Parent-Teacher Association for the season is set for Friday at 7:30 in the social hall of Zion Lutheran Church. All residents, members or not, are invited to attend. community notices tout Mother's Day promotions from local shops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parent- Teacher Association
Zion Lutheran Church
Veyding
Local chapter meeting highlights and program quick notes
Members at the home in Kiskiminetas and Washington hosted a gathering. The program featured piano solo, book review, duets, and songs including The Song of the Robin. Visitors from other chapters joined, with names such as Mrs Isabel Donnelly and Mrs B T Shupe noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Kiskiminetas
Carey
Marcheta
Isabel Donnelly
William Trode
B.T. Shupe
Blairsville
Monongalia
Ryle
Washington County
Local merchants meet to discuss business progress
A group of 25 merchants gathered for a president and affairs meeting focusing on community betterment. The discussion covered various business interests and ongoing efforts in the surrounding area. Mrs Bruce and Mrs Mary Bruce were noted visitors, with references to local social activities and Mothers Wear civic flower efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Dina
Ous
Yaanner
Fk Ms
Bruce
Mary
Sayah
South Pitt
P Taday
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Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Indiana Flora Company
Miller
Urniture
Snecia
Infantorium
Mathers
Iidiana Meral Company
Gazette Sts. Tonary Store
Ruchheit Bros
Sperlala
Rieck- McJunkin Co
Ice Cream Co
Homer
E. Mothers’ & Daughters
Ladiss Home
Gazette
Indiana Floral Company
Rexall
Elmer W. Allison
Sels
al Manelts
Slatlanrey Biore
GRACE
Woods
Sutton
Connor
Ernon Taylor
Troshy St
Meee Eart
E. Hewitt
Vernon Fritchman
Elmer Ellis
Frank L. Neff
Wm. E. Pierce
Norman Park
E. J. Nix
Robt
Judiana Floral Company
Gazette Stationary
Claipyo A
Moore’ Hotel
Erie and
Norris Chocolates
Millex
Auto Parte Company
Cver House
Alemitex
Atax
Tone Uggiting
Alrpet Busg
Brophy
Pinchot
Lucerne
Kittanning Editor
Miller’s Drug Store
Indigga
Floral Company
Sloan Broa
Instlan
Mobb Indiana
Pit Senna
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