Judges Work Delays in 1604 Page Ballot Review
Judges Barker, Reyburn and Dots announced a two-week recess to review 1604 pages of testimony on questioned ballots. Court resumed after brief sessions. Hutiner and Taylor argued over registration technicalities and illegal voters while the panel planned written briefs to streamline 13 hundred witness evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barker
Reyburn
Dots
Kutiner
Banks
White
Hutiner
Election Board
Ruffner
West Indiana
Indiana
Taylor
Armstrong Township
Court of Labor
Tayior
Egal
Cunningham
Free Methodists Meeting Turmoil In Armagh Church
In Armagh a Free Methodists gathering ended in a disturbance when Hugh Fry displayed a sudden religious frenzy. He alarmed attendees, tore several seats from the floor, and caused a chaotic rush before attendants restrained him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free Methodists
Armagh
Hugh Fry
Fry
Second District Christian Endeavor Meeting Held at Blacklick
The first district Christian Endeavor of Indiana county convened its second meeting in the Presbyterian church at Blacklick on Thursday evening. The next gathering is planned for Homer City on Sabbath, April 23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Endeavor
Indiana County
Presbyterian Church
Blacklick
Homer City
Penn Run Primary Candidacy Change Noted
The report notes that G. L. Barr will not seek the position of Register and Recap ex at the upcoming primary due to school interests. No other candidate changes are confirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Barr
Y M C A Convention Program Planned Here
The Y M C A District Convention gathers sixty to seventy five delegates from Johnstown Latrobe Scottdale Conemaugh Derry Kiskiminetas Springs School Morrellville Greensburg and Everson. The event runs Friday to Sunday with sessions at the Lutheran church Library Hall and local churches. Notable speakers include State Secretary Bard Johnstown figures and Prof J T Ewing. Activities include devotional exercises gymnasium demonstrations and a farewell meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnstown
Latrobe
Scottdale
Conemaugh
Derry
Kiskiminetas Springs
Morrellville
Greensburg
Everson
Lewis Hay
Wilson
Bard
Pittsburg
H. P. Johnston
T. W. Davies
J.T. Ewing
Saltsburg
Library Hall
Schmucker
Normal
Young Men’s Christian Association
Presbyterian Church
Societies of Christian Endeavor
Epworth Leagues
Young People’s Unions
New Firm Name for Indiana Woolen Mill
The Indiana woolen mill operates under McEshoes and Peterman after John A Findley retires temporarily due to ill health and leases his stock to J L Peterman. The firm begins with a 500 dozen ladies skirts contract for an Indianapolis company, likely keeping them busy until January first.
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Indiana
John A. Findley
J. L. Peterman
McEshoes & Peterman
Findley
Indianapolis
Thieving in Washington Township Reported
In Washington township near the Davis post office residents report rising petty thefts. A Wednesday night meat theft from Jacob Peterman's smoke house and grain stolen from Charles Tucker's barn prompted residents to stay vigilant. Local authorities believe the thieves may be nearby.
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Davis Post Office
Washington Township
Jacob Peterman
Charles Tucker
Saltsburg man Hoffan A Myers dies after self inflicted wound
Hoffman A Myers of Saltsburg died after cutting his throat with borrowed shears in a moment of melancholy. He had suffered four years of health decline and periodic mental derangement. In a pretense of rest he entered a tailor shop, took shears, then returned home and wounded himself. He dropped the tool near the porch as his mother found him prostrate. An inquest found death by wounds inflicted by his own hands during a mental low mood. He was about 30, unmarried, son of the late G W Myers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoffman A. Myers
Saltsburg
C. H. Myers
W. T. Miller
J.M. Marshall
M. Y. Patterson
Harry H. Robinson
Hail Clark
W. T. Rhea
W. J. Plotzer
G. W Myers
Conemaugh Presbytery Meets at Shelocta Pa April 9
The Conemaugh Presbytery of the United Presbyterian church met in Shelocta on Tuesday April 9 at 2 pm with Rev R E McClure presiding. Calls were sustained for ministers Ferguson Tinker Kyle Hamill and others with salaries 900 800 1500 and 900. Saltsburg seeks 300 aid. An evening sermon by Rev Littell impressed attendees. Most churches report pastors paid on time. Presbytery adjourned at 10:30 pm and will meet in Johnstown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conemaugh
United Presbyterian Church
Shelocta
R. E. McClure
Greer
Second
U. P
Indiana
Neil Ferguson
Bethel
L. S. Tinker
Presbytery
Jownstown
S. T. Kyle
Jacksonville
Quincy Hamill
Presby
Boston
Mass
Blairsville
Saltsburg
Littell
Johnstown
Disciples of Christ Seek Members in Indiana County
An appeal asks every person identified with the Disciples of Christ in Indiana County to send their name and address, plus names and addresses of other Disciples. The notice directs readers to write J. F. Coss, Co. Evangelist, Purchase Line, Pa, with the good news promised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana County
Disciples of Christ
J. F. Coss
Purchase Line
Apple to Open New Store Room in Grove Property
Apple the jeweler and optician has begun work on a new store room in the Grove property. A plate glass front will be added and the space fitted for his business. He expects to occupy after May 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apple
Grove
Robbery Aflores James Elder Near Blacklick
James Elder residing with Joseph Wagner near Blacklick was robbed of fourteen dollars last week. He cannot explain the robbery, stating the money was taken from his pocket while he slept.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Elder
Joseph Wagner
Blacklick
Mr. Elder
Orr Moves Lumber Mill to Overdorff Farm in Blacklick
Mr J L Orr a major lumber producer in Blacklick township moved his mill this spring from the Shields tract to John Overdorff’s farm in the same township last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Orr
Blacklick Township
John Overdorff
Indiana County Telephone Company plans local exchanges
At a recent meeting the Indiana County Telephone Company approved erecting local exchanges in town with about twenty five instruments to be placed in business houses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana County Telephone Company
Drummer Boy of Shiloh Impresses Small Library Hall Crowd
The Drummer Boy of Shiloh at Library Hall drew a small audience but every attendee became a strong admirer of the drama. Fred B. Weigle, author, with fifty young performers, delivered a five act production in under three hours. The poignant drummer boy scene and grand tableaux earned high praise as home talent shone. Performances continue this evening and Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
Library Hall
Fred B. Weigle
Johany Howard
Richard Clemente
Joe
Episcopalians to Hold Final Services Next Sabbath
The Episcopalians will likely conduct the last services in their old church next Sabbath as remodeling work begins next week, effectively creating a new edifice.
Hastings Proclaims Arbor Day Observances Dates
Governor Hastings on April 3 issued the Arbor Day proclamation designating Thursday April 11 and Friday April 26 as the days to be observed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hastings
Governor Hastings Confined by Illness at Harrisburg Mansion
Governor Hastings remains at the executive mansion in Harrisburg due to illness and has been unable to perform duties since last Wednesday at the department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hastings
Harrisburg
Department
NOTES FROM NORMAL Happenings at the School This Week
The Normal school reports a new kindergarten opens next Tuesday. Dr Waller spoke to teachers at Braddock, athletic grounds now cared for by a gardener. Mr Mac Davis of Allegheny Seminary visits his father. The Brodelphian Society meets in the chapel Saturday evening with an open program. Prof Rothrock, a new instructor and noted football player, boosts fall athletics. Over 400 students enrolled, nearing 600 with Model attendees. The orchestra of ten pieces, under Prof Chambers, will provide music for meetings. An open Brodelphian meeting is planned for next Saturday with an excellent program. A Saturday chapel entertainment charged a small admission to benefit the orchestra. Normal aims for a strong baseball team. suits distributed Monday and early practice planned. Miss Dunn, state secretary of the Young Woman's Missionary society, visited Sabbath and spoke to faculty on religious work. Faculty now numbers twenty-five, with three new teachers Miss Ford, Prof John McBride, and Prof Rothrock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waller
Braddock
Mac Davis
Allegheny Theological Seminary
McLain Davis
Brodelphian Literary Society
Rothrock
Prof. Chambers
Erodelphian Literary Society
Miss Dunn
Young Woman’s Missionary Society
Normal
Miss Ford
John McBride
Local notes and church notices inform of Easter services and meetings
The Drummer Boy of Shiloh pleased the crowd last night. A theft report asks the thief who took Mrs. Lucinda Armstrong's trees to return them at once. Baptist trustees and church officials are elected. Easter services and special music are planned at the Episcopal and M E churches, with prayers, communion, and classes scheduled. Missi work addresses by Rev. Carson are noted, and a parish parsonage lot purchase is discussed. Shakespeare Club meets at John P Elkin's with reads and plans for future meetings. The Atlantic ing Company Pittsburgh department is praised for county service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
Lucinda Armstrong
White Township
Baptist Church
Barto Beringer
Samuel Nelson
Geo. Lovelace
E. W. Griffith
Jas. McNulty
J. H. Myers
Carson
Allegheny Theological Seminary
United Presbyterian Church
First United Presbyterian Church
Egypt
United Presbyterians
McClure
Blairsville Courier
M. E
Shakespeare Club
John P. Elkin
Shakespeare
S. M Jack
Harpers
Pittsburg
Atlantic Ing Company
J. F. Barnes
Death of Mrs Mary W Ray in Armstrong township
Mrs Mary W Ray aged 76 died at her son Georges home in Armstrong township after a period of poor health and grip last winter. She had been a member of the M E church for over fifty years and was the wife of the late Samuel Ray. Surviving are three children Mrs R M Johnston W D Ray and George Ray. Funeral services were by Dr M M Sweeny and burial was at Crete church graveyard on Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary W. Ray
George Ray
Armstrong Township
M. E. Church
Ray
Samuel Ray
R. M. Johnston
The Alpine Gorge and Swiss Travel Tales in Italy
Our writer describes a travel route over a difficult road and visit to towns around Lake Geneva. He notes Swiss scenery with high white mountains and old stone bridges, praises honest guides and fair charges, and recounts a stay near Martigny and excursions across the Alps. The piece reflects the charm and practicalities of early tourist travel in Switzerland and nearby regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Gingolph
Wikin
Hall
Indiana
Lake
Geneva
Switzerland
Hhe
New York
Demendigdi
Martigny
Alps
Sk. Nard
Muile
Sasig
Paris
Catherine Everwine Dies at 87 in Rayne Township
Mrs Catherine Rosena Everwine of Rayne township died Saturday at age 87 years 9 months. She emigrated with her husband John J Everwine from Germany in 1833 and lived on the family farm. Survived by two children Louise Zeigler and Jacob, 27 grandchildren 21 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Interment was at Bethel church Dixonville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine Rosena Everwine
Rayne Township
John J. Everwine
Germany
Everwine
Bethel Lutheran Church
Louise Zeigler
Jacob Everwine
Bethel Church
Dixonville
Death of Blairsville Youth Graff Aged 18
Alfred H. Graff youngest son of Mr and Mrs A C Graff of Blairsville died Saturday at age 18 after several weeks as a grip sufferer followed by stomach hemorrhage. He had a promising future and many friends mourn his death. Remains interred at Blairsville on
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred H. Graff
A. C. Graff
Blairsville
Death of Harry L Wells in South Mahoning town ship
Harry Luther Wells 23, son of James M Wells of South Mahoning township, died Wednesday from typhoid pneumonia. He lived near Punxsutawney, his remains were brought to his parents’ home and buried in Smicksburg. Rev Streamer of Smicksburg led the funeral. He is survived by a wife and a small child.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Luther Wells
James M. Wells
South Mahoning Township
Punxsutawney
Smicksburg
Rev. Streamer
Samuel Downey Dies at 23 in Blacklick Township
Samuel Downey son of A P Downey of Blacklick township died Saturday from consumption at age 23. He was a member of the United Presbyterian church at Jacksonville and his remains were interred in the local graveyard on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Downey
A. P. Downey
Blacklick Township
United Presbyterian Church
Jacksonville
Land Transfers Listings From Marion Center and Surrounding Townships
April 3 and 5 records show numerous parcels sold in Marion Center White Blairsville and nearby townships. Transactions involve buyers including E P Forseman C S Apple Peter Garman and West P R R Co with prices from 1 to 400 dollars for acres and lots. April 6 entries record transfers by Savannah Dewart S J Armstrong James R Daugherty Jr and others with amounts ranging from 100 to 435 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Rochester
Marion Center
E. P. Forseman
Wm. Young
Indiana
C. S. Apple
H.M. Lowry
Peter Garman
Jacob Molter
Brushvalley Township
John W. Ross
H. M. Lowry
J. M. Harvey
Blairsville
Sadie A. Gregory
Ann Buchanan
Rayne Township
Cyrus A. Buchanan
Jas. Q. S. Altman
White Township
W.P. Altman
Huston M. Altman
W. P. Altman
Anna McQuigg
D. S. Altman
W. P. ‘Alanan
John Duncan
Frank RB. Griffith
John H. Parlor
West Wheatfield Township
West P. R. R. Co
Philip Uncapher
Washington Township
Savannah Dewart
David J. Armstrong
Young Township
S. J
Michael L. Carnahah
James R. Daugherty, Jr
Destructive Fire Destroys Homes in Morrellville Cambria
A severe blaze in Morrellville Cambria County last Thursday morning consumed three large houses two private residences a livery stable and four other stables. Mr A L suffers a heavy loss with estimated totals and insurance questions pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrellville
Cambria County
A. L
Insurance
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Penn Run
Prearmngslington
Green Township
Hastie
Y. M.C. A. Convention
Jno. A. Findley
McElhoes & Findley
Conemaugh Presbytery
The
Wil Bulla
the Grim Reaper
W. J. Gompers
Italy
Domo
Sola
Sirs, Catherine Everwine
Harry L. Wells
Morrelllville
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