Longevity and Legacy of John Buterbaugh 95 in Green Township
A 95th birthday sketch recounts John Buterbaugh born 1799 in Huntingdon County as Green Township’s eldest male. It details his family, long marriages, 13 children, 47 grandchildren, and 3 great‑great grandchildren, plus his early life in a molding frontier, building mills, farming, and guiding a devout Lutheran household. The piece notes his hunting prowess, abundance of game, fish, and nuts, and his reputation for honesty and diligence.
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Green Township
John Buterbaugh
William Buterbaugh
Maryland
Huntingdon County
John
William
Jacob R
Henry
George
Fredrick
Mary
David
D. P. Reed
Pleasant Valley
Frederick Buterbaugh
David Buterbaugh
Elizabeth Reed
H. L. Buterbaugh
Simon Buterbaugh
Frank Napp
H. W. Baker
A. N. Ruterbaugh
EF. Reed
George Redkey
Wm. Redkey
Allegheny
Buterbaugh
Springfield Furnace
Indiana County
Sarah A. Heed
Twolick
Susquehanna River
Salt Wells
Cherry Tree
Garmans Mills
Elizabeth Learn
John Learn
John Cook
Elizabeth
A. H. Reed
Henry L. Levi
Simon
Sarah A
Susan
Franklin Napp
Isaac
Catherine
Hezekiah Baker
Ella
Amariah
Andrew
Lutheran Church
Baterhaugh
Butterbaugh
Life of John Buterbaugh a Remarkable Community Figure
A reminiscence praises John Buterbaugh for a life of skill and service in Green township. He hunted, built, and repaired many mills and tools, served as Justice of the Peace, and influenced neighbors with peacemaking and civic duty. His family and faith are celebrated. the tribute ends with wishes for longer, blessed years.
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Buterbaugh
William
John Buterbaugh
Green Township
Irom Cherry Tree
Hood Farm
A. Nickle
America
Republican Party
Rev M M Sweeny Sermon Title For Next Sabbath
Rev M M Sweeny announces evening service with the topic Oh that I were made Judge of the land promising a discourse that should be doubly interesting given the present time and concerns justice in legal matters.
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M. M. Sweeny
War cry of Indiana ball club shocks town in visit
The Indiana ball club arrived in town Wednesday evening and their war cry roused the neighborhood, cutting through the lethargic slumbers.
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Kittanning Union Free Press
Indiana Ball Club
Mrs Irwin to Engage in Mission Work Abroad
The report notes that Mrs Irwin will participate in mission work at a distant location, joining a broader effort led by church or missionary organizers. Her endeavor emphasizes service and religious outreach beyond local duties.
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Mrs. Irwin
Tragic Idlewild train accident claims life of 24 year old Crissman
Albert Crissman of White Township was dragged under a moving train at Ligonier while attempting to board it after a day trip to Idlewild. Both legs were severed, his arm injuries followed, and he died at Frank Hotel a few hours later. He was the eldest son of George Crissman, a White Township stock dealer. Funeral was held Saturday at Oakland Cemetery after services by Dr. M. M. Sweeny.
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Albert Crissman
White Township
Ligonier
Idlewild
James Albert Crissman
Frank Hotel
Mr. Crissman
George Crissman
M. M. Sweeny
Oakland
A Young Man Sings and Prays in Jail
Mr Albert Risinger of Burrell township was brought to this city and confined in jail for mental illness after becoming violently insane over religion. He spends his time praying and singing, a sad case. if no improvement is seen he may be sent to the asylum.
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Albert Risinger
Burrell Township
Deputies Return to Homes After Glen Camp Bell Sightings
Sheriff Mack's deputies resume home duties with eight returning Saturday and several more Tuesday. Guards remain at the mines but returning men belong to Company F N G P and are preparing for camping nearby.
Company F to Gettysburg for State Encampment
Company F from this place sails to Gettysburg for the State Encampment with a six man detail under Lieutenant Mahan and Corporal Kerr leaving this evening. The company will depart Friday morning and spend Thursday practicing rifle shooting in preparation for inspection.
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Gettysburg
Mahan
Kerr
Pensions Granted Through Donahugh Agency Last Week
The following pensions were granted last week through Frank Donahugh's pension agency of this place under the act of June 27 1890 John S McCoy Co F 74th Pa Vol Inf Indiana Pa Wm W Brilhart guardian of minors of Samuel A Lydick Co K 105th Pa Vol Inf Indiana Pa
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Frank Donahugh
John S. McCoy
Indiana
Wm. W. Brilhart
Samuel A. Lydick
Mrs Edward Compton Hospitalized for Nervous Debility
Mrs Edward Compton of Conemaugh township was taken to St. Francis hospital in Pittsburg for treatment on Thursday. She is affected by nervous debility and has suffered for over a year.
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Edward Compton
Conemaugh Township
St. Francis Hospital
Pittsburg
Compton
Boy in Cherryhill Breaks Arm in Horse Accident
A son of F. M. Widdowson of Cherryhill township was thrown from a horse on Wednesday, breaking his right arm below the elbow and dislocating the elbow joint.
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F. M. Widdowson
Cherryhill Township
County Commissioners Inspect Bridge Work
The commissioners of Indiana and Westmoreland counties met on Friday to inspect the bridge work at the site, reviewing progress and conditions and planning next steps for completion.
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Indiana
Westmoreland Counties
John Anderon Injured After Fall on Parkwood
A man identified as John Anderon on Parkwood fell on Saturday and sustained injuries. The report notes possible further medical treatment but details are limited.
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John Anderon
Parkwood
Jury List and Notices Published in This Week's Issue
The weekly IEEE of the Paosmnen features the jury list and a large set of Ogister notices.
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Ieee of the
Final Arrangements for Smicksburg Soldiers Reunion
The 47th 148th Penn a Vols and other old soldiers prepare for a reunion in Smicksburg on Tuesday August 21. Headquarters assigned to Company A 61st Regiment in Odd Fellows hall and 74th Regiment in schoolhouse room No 1. The 148th in room No 2, others at Marshall hotel. A parade leads to the Lutheran church where Rev C L Streamer welcomes attendees. A noon dinner at Stear’s grove, then business meetings, supper, campfire and speeches capped by army songs.
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Smicksburg
47Th
148Th Iments
Penn
61St Regiment
Odd Fellows Hall
74Th Regiment
School House
Marshall Hotel
Marion Center
Kittanning Street
Church
Church Street
Stear’s Grove
Shelocta Council entertains neighbors with social gathering
Shelocta Council No. 431 Jr O U A M hosted visitors from Indiana Elderton and West Lebanon Councils for a social evening after business. Prothonotary Elder Peeler spoke on immigration noting America welcomes needed foreigners but rejects shiftless arrivals. The hall was well filled, highlighting council camaraderie and efforts to boost membership.
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Shelocta Council
No. 431
Indiana
Elderton
West Lebanon
We Lebanon
Elder Peeler
Cass
Peeler
America
Council
Advisory Board of Jr O U A M Meets at Mechanicsburg
Indiana County Advisory Board of the Jr O U A M held its fourth meeting at Mechanicsburg with about fifty attendees. Eight Councils were organized, reports were prosperous and well received, and several addresses highlighted the session. The Mechanicsburg council room, newly refurbished, provided a bright, modern HQ. The next board meeting will be at Hillsdale on Tuesday evening, September 4.
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Indiana County Advisory Board of the
Mechanicsburg
Hillsdale
Non-Partisan WCTU Holds Annual Officer Election
The Non-Partisan W C T U held its annual election of officers at the regular meeting in their hall last Monday evening after devotional exercises led by Mrs. Thomas Sutton. Treasurer Mrs. Alex Apple asks all members to pay dues by August 19, with delegates to the State Convention to be elected on August 20 in October at Huntingdon. Miss Iva Braughler serves as the Y delegation’s representative.
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Thomas Sutton
J. W. Sutton
Alex. Apple
Huntingdon
Iva Braughler
Handicap Road Meet Open to All Amateurs Worldwide
A large handicap road meet invites amateur competitors from around the globe to compete. Organizers announce the event will be open to participants regardless of nationality, with details on entry, courses, and dates forthcoming. Local clubs emphasize inclusive participation for a diverse field of runners.
Argument Court Session Adjourned In Blairsville District
Tuesday brought an August session of Argument Court in Blairsville with Judge Doty presiding. Cases included the Indiana Law Association charter approval, a bond for Chestnut street damages, and various civil matters such as land title disputes and divorce pleadings.
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Indiana Law Association
Burgess and Town Council of
Blairsville
Chestnut Street
Ebensburg Mini Co
A. M. Stewart
Thompson
R. A. Thompson
John G. Cameron
George H. Cov
James Simpson
Hugh
Mr. Cameron
Maggie Coy
George W. Swan
John W. Coy
Banks Township
Bear
Sidney
Commonwealth
Bruce Smith
Daniel Palmer
Effie Smith
Annie Smith
Andrew J. Cresswell
A. P. Marshall
Benj. T. Stephens
Clay Curts
Harry Garris
John Luker
George S. Markle
Jacob Bartlebaugh
George Thomas
Ira Roberts
New York City
J. Beck
Coats
Mail Agent Gompers Leaves for Ireland for Three Months
Wm. Gompers, the genial mail agent of this place, left Monday evening for New York City. He will sail today for Ireland. He will be gone three months and will land. Engined sent Germany amega land. Will spend most of his time the ee eM Se merary, pomizos, until his return.
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Wm. Gompers
New York City
Ireland
Mr. Gompers
Engined
Germany
Pomizos
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John Buterbaugh, Esq
China
Jalil
Davis
Shelocta Council, No. 431
Seopie
Twonday
Doty
Westmoreland County
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