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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1930
Page
2
The piece quotes Dr Theodore B Appel urging readers to beware charlatans selling miracle cures on Fool's Day. It stresses early diagnosis through annual physicals and advises selecting a reputable doctor rather than trusting self styled super scientists who promise impossible cures, urging examinations at least once a year.
A large Indiana County Pomona Grange session led by Master Howard M Park featured a June Armagh meeting plan, rural scouting talks by Ralph A Harrison, and film reels. The gathering, with readings by Mrs G W Cummins and Rose Drill by Success Grange, adopted resolutions on rural scouting, real estate tax relief, and farmer insurance.
Paris and London dispute ownership of the Miniquiores a trio of islets between Jersey and St Malo. Though French by tradition the Jersey group has long belonged to England, with a union jack raised yearly. A Paris financier seeks to build a castle on one island and appeal to Paris or the League of Nations if blocked.
A pet cat owned by Mr and Mrs George Birdeye walked 80 miles to return home after the couple left it with friends in Auburn while they vacationed in California. The cat completed the distance on foot reaching Elma.
Newark detective story recounts Joseph Rein, a truck driver, who refused to surrender four cents during a highway hold up. He pushed the attacker from his cab, drove to a store, borrowed a penny, and contacted police. The suspect, a Black man, was arrested.
Friday evening a prettily appointed reception was held at Mrs. Anna Lingenbigler’s home in Biderton for her daughter and son-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Wood who wed on March 25. About fifty guests attended including Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Campbell and son Bruce of Indiana, Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Solinger and son Lynn of Vandergrift, and J. Siverling of Cambridge Springs. Gifts were exchanged and a dinner was served at 7 o'clock by Mia Linsenbigler and daughters. The rest of the evening featured vocal and instrumental music and social chat.
Dr James B Peterman son of the late Dr J H Peterman relocates from Baltimore to Cherry Tree to fill his father's vacancy. A Maryland trained surgeon and instructor at South Baltimore General Hospital, he also served on staffs at Franklin Square Hospital and Maryland Race Tracks. The community welcomes his extensive experience. A British racer recalls a NYC drive as his most exciting moment and quips Chicago would be a better destination. Modern science not fixing all, matrimonial matches in the cold days lasted longer than today.
Nominating filings signal one of the state’s most bitter contests in years with four Republicans seeking the U S Senate, five for Governor, five for Lt Governor, and other races for Secretary of Internal Affairs, Supreme Court, and Superior Court. Names include Gen Edwards Shannon, Gifford Pinchot, Francis H Bohlen, Joseph Grundy, and many more.
A jury awarded Mrs Emma Prothero $900 in the civil action against Indiana County, appeal from viewers’ award of $1,000 for highway construction damage at Kellysburg. In Furman v Bradley, both plaintiffs settled for $2,000 after an February 9, 1929 auto crash. March Civil Court terms ended with four trials continued. several cases listed for June term. Also $8,300 total verdict for Julia Macheffski against Royal Insurance and others. $655.25 verdict for Albert Fortuneta versus Kelley. Judge Langham sentenced several defendants for liquor law violations and other costs. some sentences suspended. Also deer deaths in Pike county prompt state and federal probe into forage shortage as cause.
At year end the Cow Testing Association summarizes member records then forwards them to the U S Department of Agriculture in Washington where daughters of bulls are compared with dams to prove if daughters match or exceed dam performance. Local owners listed include Crawford Jamison La Shank Steele Stiteler Barrett Steffy Minger McConnaughey.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites sealed proposals for plastering painting and glazing for the hospital complex in Lancaster area including Building No 4 and residences. Bids due April 23 1930 at 2 pm EST. Plans cost $15 refundable on return. Bond of $100 required with bid. Right to reject bids reserved.
Sealed proposals for separate contracts for General Plumbing Heating and Electric work for the new Green Township Commodore Ta school will be received until 5 PM Eastern Standard time on April 19, 1940. Bids to address Secretary G Rive Dixonville Pa. Deposits and specifications available from Stugell HowardArchitect Du Bois Pa after April 4 for a $15 deposit. Work to start by May 1 1980 with completion by April 15 1930. Bid opening at 7 30 PM at the School Board meeting. The board reserves right to reject any or all bids. Green Township Commodore Ta School District. April 2 1940.
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