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Newspaper

Indiana Evening Gazette

Location

Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1908

Page

3

Middlers Halloween Promenade Opens School Holiday Festivities

The Middlers' Halloween Promenade begins at 7 30 PM with Conservatory Orchestra music. Elaborate preparations marked the school holiday as thirty members of the Class of 96 Fri day Normal held a reunion at Miss Ruth Tiffany's home on South Seventh Street. The same party will attend tonight's festivities at Normal. Mr and Mrs Thomas Sutton hosted the Shakespeare Club Friday night with Jack o lanterns and a dimly lit arrival. Two dining tables with lanterns and witch motifs preceded a collation including pumpkin pie and a literary program.

Conservatory Ruth Tiffany South Seventh Street Thomas Sutton Shakespeare Club Sutton

Birthday Eve Party at Iaaac Simpson Home

Friday evening a merry crowd gathered at Iaaac Simpson's Cheatnut Street home for his birthday. Games and music filled the night, refreshments were served, and attendees included Lavaria Smith, Dorothy Roeithmiller, Roberta Lockard, Bell Sprankle, Anna Walker, Nella Harris, Lamore Smathers, Mildred Simpaoni, Clinton Lockard, Frank Kelly, Frank Smathers, Thoburn Smith, Burnell Simpaon, Stewart Claweon, and Albert Walker.

Iaaac Simpson Cheatnut Lavaria Smith Dorothy and Roth Roeithmiller Roberta Lockard Bell Sprankle Anna Walker Nella Harris Lamore Smathers Mildred Simpaoni Clinton Lockard Frank Kelly Frank Smathers Thoburn Smith Burnell Simpaon Stewart Claweon Albert Walker

Halloween Party For Genevieve Mysre At Home

Miss Genevieve Mysre daughter of Kra A Mysre of East Philadelphia street will entertain ten schoolmates at a Halloween party tonight. Some Indiana residents departed on the 4 o clock Clymer car today for John Sligher's home about six miles from Jadiane for a social gathering.

Genevieve Mytre Mr. and Mra. Kra A. Mysre Philadelphia Indiana John Sligher Jadiane

Frolic for Kiski Students and Halloween Festivities

Festivities at Kiski include a student frolic and a political parade with a campaign speech and election. Advertisements tout soap blends with decades of experience and dye products promising to refresh old suits. Weather forecast predicts fair and cooler Sunday.

Kiski

Farmer Overhears Ebensburg Campaign Shucking Tale

In Ebensburg John Owens and Charles Laventry campaigned for re election to Cambria County Commissioners. They spoke to voters in Blacklicks valley and even shared a corn shucking scene with a farmer who warned them they were over the line in Indiana county. They urged support for Owens and Leventry Republicans.

Ebensburg John Owens Charles Liventry Cambria Board of County Commissioners Messia Laventry Owens Blacklicks Valey Leventry Corp Deradent Indiana County

Local election outlook in Cambria county Pennsylvania

Conservative estimates for next Tuesday's election show Taft edging Cambria by about 1 000 votes. Wertz leads over Bert Denny by roughly 600, while Reynolis George Bert Denny leads. Barnhart Strance near in city assembly race. Republican rallies featured Leslie M Shaw Robert S Murphy Henry Houck John Garland and Charles Dick. Democrats held meetings in Patton Spangler Cranson and other towns.

Johnstown Taft Wertz Congress Bert Denny Reynolis Barnhart Strance Assembly Pitchford Denn Republicana Leslie M. Shaw Robert S.murphy Henry Houck John Garland Charles Dick Mesare Murphy Houck Patton Spangler Cranson

Pearce-Snyder wed in Hailwood Liberty nuptials

James Pearce of Hailwood and Misa Kathryn Snyder of Liberty Tioga county wed Oct 28 at the bride’s parents home George and Mrs Snyder conducted by Ray D BE McLain. Also John Metz White township and Misa Laura May Beer Armstrong township married Oct 29 by Rev George J. Rungell at his Pittsburg residence. New Century Club meeting titled Daughters Night set for North Ninth Street residence with roll call quotations.

James Pearce Hailwood Misa Kathryn Snyder Liberty Tioga County George Snyder Ray, D. Be, McLain John Metz White Township Misa Laura May Beer Armstrong Township George J. Rungell Pittsburg New Century Club Mra. J. N. Langham North Ninth Street

Reverend Pender to Lecture in Apollo on Dixie After the War

Rev. Dr. J. T. Pender of Blairsville will lecture at the Apollo Opera House on November 9 on Dixie After the War. He will deliver the lecture again shortly after the holidays.

J. T. Pender Blairaville Apollo Opera House Dixie

Quick Relief for Asthma Sufferers Ad

Foley's Honey and Tar affords immediate relief to asthma sufferers in the worst stages and if taken in time will aid a cure. Sold by all druggists.

Foley All Druggiata

Erodephians Welcome Friends at Fell Open Meeting

The regular Fell open meeting of the Erodelphian Literary Society was held at Normal on Friday evening. Performances included overture by the Conservatory Orchestra, vocal solo by Mabel Hazlett, oration by June Elridge, piano solo by Homer Shryork, violin solo by Jean Wallis, and a farce titled A Woman's Won't or Thank Goodness The Table is Spread. Cast featured Linus Elkie, Robert Rodkey, Frank Coulter, Ella Chatham, Nora Moran and Juve Elridge.

Erodelphian Literary Society Firat Conservatory Orchestra Mabel Hazlett June Elridge Homer Shryork Selma Ronald Jean Wallis Adam Snyder Eradelphian Review Elizabeth McConnell Linus Elkie Robert Rodkey Frank Coulter Ella Chatham Nora Moran Juve Elridge

Gun misfire wounds three hunters on Borland farm

While hunting on the Borland farm north of town, Samuel Gulbresth Ross Daugherty Harvey Engle Charles Little and Charles Blay were struck when Mr Bley’s gun discharged. Engle suffered a serious chest wound and thigh injuries, Galbreath a leg wound, and Daugherty elbow and thigh wounds. The accident occurred about 9 am as the group hunted. Bley fired from about 30 rods away, reducing fatal risk.

Samuel Gulbresth Ross Daugherty Harvey Engle Charles Little Charles Blay Borland Mr.Bley Engle Galbreath Daugherty Mr. Engle Deat Bley

Railroad rumors reach Puntsutawney readers

P. N. W. Division of the Pennsylvania railroad may extend from Panxsu tawney to Kittanning to join the Allegheny Valley railroad, and a branch from Hilman to Indiana could connect with the P R R at Panxsutawney. Mrs Catherine Sechlar died at 88 in Conemaugh, survived by a son, four daughters. remains to be buried at Wilmore Lutheran graveyard.

Puntsutawney P. & N. W. Division Pennsylvania Railroad Panxsutawney Kittanning Allegheny Valley Railroad Hilman Indiana Panxsutawney News Catherine Sechlar Susan Rugh Conemaugh Joseph Sehhler Cherrytree Mre. Rugh Edelman Philadelphia Benjamin James Teresa Sechier Ebensburg Wilmore

Laundrymen in Session at Greensburg Convention

Laundrymen from Greensburg and nearby towns met at the New Indiana House in session. Attendees included T. C. Turvey, Joseph Robinson, James Laughlin, H. O. Barnes, D. B. Walters, W. L. Greens, B. L. Strindle, S. Frank Bachalder, M. J. Hedden and others from Latrobe, Jeanette, Troy and Indians.

T. C. Turvey Joseph Robinson James Laughlin H. O. Barnes Greensburg D. B. Waltera W. L. Greens Jeannette B. L. Srindle Latrobe S. Frank Bachalder Troy N. Y M. J. Hedden New Indiana House

Cunningham's Mid-Season Opening Invitation

The Cunningham Company invites the ladies of Indians and vicinity to attend the mid season opening of jacket suits coats and satin jackets at their New York representative store this evening and also day Monday Gibson property sold on Water street to Robert Mabon through McConnell and Hosack Chicken and Waffles served at Clawson's restaurant this evening from 6 to 8 o'clock

Cunningham Company New York Clawson’s

W. O. T. U. Convention in Denver Draws 6000

Miss Jennie Mitchell reports from the W O T U convention in Denver where about 6,000 attend a Sunday evening session. She notes excitement over social selections and a campaign involving Judge Art Jey, describes a reception by the Ladies Club of Denver, and mentions plans to tour sights before Monday’s trip to Pennsylvania.

Denver Art Jey Ladies Club of Pennsylvania

James Kerr Dies After Operation in New Rochelle

James Kerr, Democratic national committeeman from Pennsylvania, died at 12:40 this morning at a New Rochelle summer home after an intestinal operation. His wife and sons were present. Bryan visited Kerr last Monday. Kerr later suffered a nervous collapse. Born in 1851 in Mifflin County, he rose in Pennsylvania politics, served in Congress in 1888, and was state chairman during Pattison-Dela Mater’s campaign. He led coal and timber ventures and helped expand Beech Creek Railroad and coal lands. His career also included director roles and coal dealings with Indiana County and surrounding firms. The report also notes obituaries for Jane Kinley of Morrellville, William J. Southwell of Seward, and Dr. A. R. Hagey of Hastings, with funeral details and affiliations.

New York James Kerr Pennsylvania New Rochelle William J. Bryan Miffin County Clearfield Congress Kerr Pattison-Delaimater Indians County Pennsylvania, Beech Creek & Elsterp Coal Company Grant, Montgomery Cherryhill Townships Beech Creek Cherrytree Flemings’s Summit S Bank of Indians Indiana County Street Railways Company J. Wood Clark Coal Lania

Langham Speaks at Sagamore Republican Rally

A large Sagamore Republican rally drew a big crowd at Saxman’s Hall. J N Langham as candidate for Congress led speakers alongside E O Galden of Kittanning and Dr J E Murray of Perry County. Prominent politicians including J A Black and Chas B Mears attended with local candidates in Armstrong County.

Saxman's Hall Sagamore Thes Spgemore Pastade Robert Cook Waa William M. Irvin J. N. Langham Cangreen E. O. Galden Kittanning J. E. Murray Perry County J. A. Black Chas B. Mears J. C.cram Harry Henderson McGraw Armstrong County A. E. Ashe Noah Seanor Plumvilla

Housewarming at ConStable J W Wilson Home

West Water street residents gathered at Con stable J Williams Wilsons cozy Water street home near Thirteenth on Thursday evening to welcome them. An ample lunch was served and neighbors enjoyed the mer and formed friendships. Wilson’s residence is described as up to date with ample views of Indiana and Homer City from the front porch.

West Water Street J. Willia Wilson Water Street Thirteenth Constable Wilson Indiana Homer City

Lamp Explosion Injures Postmistress at Cloe

T J Sagley postmistress and store owner at Cloe suffered burns when a lamp exploded on Tuesday night October 27. Her 14 year old daughter wrapped a clock around her mother to smother flames. The burning oil set curtains ablaze and threatened the house until the daughter saved her mother.

Mra T. J. Sagley Cloe

Seven Grandchildren Remembered in McHenry Will

The Indiana will of John McHenry dated Sept 10 1906 was probated. Grandson Thomas McHenry receives 760 dollars. Grandson John W McHenry gets 1000 dollars. Granddaughters Mary E and Sarah M McHenry each receive 1000 dollars. Mrs Jane McHarry gets 425 dollars. Remainder to his son's widow Mrs John McHenry and her three children. Aaron W Steele named executor. Witnesses were Attorney John Pigree and Miss Lou McGregor.

John McHenry Indiana Thomas &. McHenry John W. McHenry Hia Mary E Sarah M. McHenry Jane McHarry Aaron W. Steele John Pigree Misa Lou McGregor

G O P Campaign Near an End at Cockport Meeting

Republicans wind up a month of active campaigning in Cockport with a final town meeting. Speakers include Hon. M. C. Watson attorney John A. Scott Prof. A. M. Wonder and Capt. C. U. C. Mclain.

Cockport M.C. Watson John A. Scott A. M. Wonder C. UC. Mclain

Rev Mahon May Leave Indians

Minister Rev Henry Mahon of the Christian church is reported to have accepted a call to the Ebensburg church of the same denomination. The congregation has not confirmed his intentions and no official announcement has been made.

Henry Mahon Christian Church Ebensburg Mahon

Parents Day Meeting At Presbyterian Church This Sabbath

The union society of the Presbyterian church invites all parents to a Sabbath afternoon meeting at 20 o clock labeled Parent's Day. Also advertised is the largest stock of shotguns rifles and revolvers for sale with storage and beat prices at Indiana Electric Co 734 Philadelphia Street. Gun rental offered with 49-46 shotguns for rent.

Union Society of the Presbyterian Church Stora Indiana Electric Co Philadelphia Street Indiane Electric Co

Civil List Grows With Court Cases At November Session

Civil court adjourned after nine cases heard as more suits await call on November 10 at the Argument Court. Notable actions include appeals by W. M. Mahon and James We Mack for Joe Veltre and Bruce Carbone, convicted murderers seeking new trials, and George Cruikehank’s appeal presented by John L. Getty. Earlier suits disposed of include Philipsburg Beet Co. v Huffman and others with mixed verdicts and settlements, such as Downey case paid 700, and Sykes v Smith with limited action remaining.

Mordy Astore Neys W. M. Mahon James We Mack Bhat Joe Veltre Bruce Carbone Robert ‘Vavier Jefferson County John L. Getty George Cruikehank Philipsburg Beet Co Wk. Huffman S. J. Sawyer Rinhart Charles Paxguson Ralph Blice Guiseppe Sinagea J. Regis Canevin St. Patrick Homan Cathole Athurch Michael Downey Giant Electric Light Beat & Power Company S. I. Sawyeres G. W. Sykes S.J. Smith Sawyer Mon Sult S. I. Sawyer Salvatore Buzzing John Lea Ola Proc. Savings & Trust Company H. W. Miller

Cunningham Co Opens Mid-Season Ladies Coats and Suits

The Cunningham Co announces a continuation of the mid-season opening for ladies coats and jacket suits for misses. Their New York representative will be on site to demonstrate the goods to customers.

Cunningham Co New York

New Mid-Season Styles Highlight at Cunningham Go Store

The New York representative from Cunningham Go will be at the store all day Monday November 2 to showcase the limited mid season jacket suit coat and satin jacket collections for Ludi er and Missex with new styles including valour trims.

Cunningham Go New York

Dozen Wild Geese Killed in Barrell Township Incident

A flock of wild geese wandered near Cyrus Stontfer’s property in Barrell township on Get. 19. The birds were so badly injured that they lay in the rola of a barn for hours. A local farmhand shot a dozen or more the following day.

Cyrus Stontfer Parn Barrell

First Snow Falls in Indian Territory Afternoon

The first snow of the season appeared in the area this afternoon around 3 o'clock. Light flakes drifted down with hesitant descent as residents noted a chilly reminder of nearing winter.

Indiang

Fall at East Mahoning school leaves shoulder fractured

On Tuesday October 27 Ma Streams of East Mahoning teweabip broke his left shoulder during a school game. Br C Boe set the fracture. Learo's Superlative Pour.

Ma Streams East Mahoning Teweabip Teflea Hia Br C. Boe

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Isaac Simpson Ingleside Club Church Street Kirk Indiana Dye Works TBR Weather Cornhuskers Cambria County P. Banks Pearce—Snyder Christy Mathewson Twenty-third Assembly District John J. Hayes London Beate Piper Marshall Building Apollo Erodelphians Indiana Party IN Danger Hillman Catherine Sechler Cunningham's W. O. T. U. Meeting Jennie Mitchell Jane Kinley Spring Street Morrellville Warfield Street Grand View William J. Southwell Seward Memorial Hospital John Southwell A. RK. Hagey A. R. Hagey Hastings D. 8. Rice Pennsylvania Hospital Bright Martinsburg J. W. Wilson Fourth Ward Rev. Mahon Argument Court Neef Veltre Cate Bone George Cruikshank Scholer Groke Learo
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