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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1896
Page
4
Vague notice dated Wednesday December 188, references a location on North Seventh Street in Indiana. Text is fragmented with unclear event or action details and no identifiable organizations or persons.
The piece argues Philadelphia should supply the next U S senator, favoring Penrose over Wanamaker. It notes Penrose’s reform record, political strength in Philadelphia, and the danger of wealth concentration in the Senate, while criticizing the millionaire Wanamaker and discussing currency debate and recent election anomalies.
A new stock of queensware arrives for the holiday trade at J A Loughry store opposite the Court House. The collection offers a refined supper service and beyond, suitable as a Christmas gift for homes.
Special Dispatch reports on John Wanamaker allegedly conspiring with Philadelphia Democratic leaders to defeat Edwin H. Fitler in 1887. A Jan 24 1887 letter from Rudolph Blankenburg is cited, criticizing Wanamaker’s Republican loyalty while praising Fitler. The piece notes ties to current senate ambitions and mentions Wanamaker’s son-in-law ownership of the Telegraph.
A Philadelphia paper’s big Wanamaker ads boost his bid while papers lacking his patronage back Penrose. The Osbisonia Dispatch reports a garbled line about aiding workingmen, reflecting concern for labor conditions and reform.
The 4th Congress reconvened with ceremonies on a delightful day in Washington. Vice President Stevenson presided Senate and Speaker Reed House, as President Cox read his annual message. The address draws mixed reviews for Cuban policy and currency plans, with hopes of restraint on intervention.
In the New York Evening Journal dialogue Kilson notes the editor’s daughter refused him. Motts, weary, says the decline implied merit but she already accepted another similar article.
A Chicago Post quip notes that men elected to the legislature are usually called honorable, and asks why this is so, reflecting ongoing public inquiry into political titles.
The Boston Transcript notes a change in how Snawley is viewed from night watchman to night commander of the bath after being given a more fitting name. The piece highlights how a title can alter perception and status within the institution.
In a Detroit Free Press snippet a firm’s heavy member compliments a porter and asks who served as best man. The porter replies in coarse humor naming Dinny Gillgory, claiming he has five minutes and two palace minutes, in a jocular misstatement.
A Detroit Tribune excerpt shows a firm member pleading and a typewriter trembling as she reacts to a husband’s demand. The scene hints at the unraveling of affection and a chilling tension within the workplace.
A brief quoted exchange shows a husband accusing a wife of fooling around before marriage. She confirms there was a suitor and clarifies she did marry him, not reject him. The quirky line ends with a tense moral about marriage vows.
A brief exchange reveals a woman denies plans to marry Jack Scatterly amid public congratulations. The playful chatter underscores a social rumor with no confirmed engagement or matrimonial intentions.
A playful verse from the New York Evening Journal extols a progressive girl who cycles fast and lifts weights yet faints at a sewing machine. The poem notes her bold charm and a cheeky line about a sealskin wrap from her father. It also mentions over a thousand ProGREss cards in local county schools this term.
RECENT DEATHS Mrs Pamelia Furman wife of the late Rev Samuel Furman first pastor of the Baptist church of this place was born near Erie December 27 1810 and died in Croton Michigan at the home of her daughter Mrs Cynisca Cochrane on Thanksgiving Day 1896 She aided her husband in pioneer work encouraging sermons and supporting family through lean years Throughout life she labored for the salvation of her children and Christ’s kingdom Since his death in 1892 she had been feeble yet hopeful awaiting the Heavenly Father’s call Farewell mother we will meet again in the morning.
Photographer T. B. Clark visits Pittsburg while locals from Burnside Greensburg Pine Flats Water Street and North Point drop in for Sabbath guests and ProGRess calls. Notables include J S Miller, Samuel Calderwood, Mary J Burely, Henrietta Williams, and James W McCreery among others with regional travel to St Augustine and Wilkinsburg for holidays and games.
Samuel Fleming a 63 year old flagman on the West Penn Division at Sharpsburg was struck by an approaching train Wednesday at 9:30 am. He was taken to West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh where he died three hours later. He was a veteran of the Civil War who served in the 135th regiment and had lived in Sharpsburg for years.
Thomas Weston longtime Smicksburg resident died Friday of heart disease aged 74 years 4 months and 27 days He was a lifelong member of the M E church and is survived by his wife and several children including Mrs Leana Davis George S Weston Mrs Clark Rob inson James Weston J M Weston Funeral services were in the M E church conducted by Revs Inskeep and Streamer with interment in Smicksburg.
Mrs Fanny Garman widow of the late Jacob Garman of Rayne township died at her Second ward home on Wednesday aged 63 after months of ill health from a complication of diseases. She moved from Rayne township to live with her only child Annie. A Grove Chapel Lutheran church member, her funeral was conducted by Rev John Tomlinson and burial followed at the church graveyard.
David McCurdy of Washington township died Friday at about 60 after a brain ailment. He was a Crooked Creek Baptist member. Survived by wife, Mrs. Milton Lewis of Smicksburg, sons Charles of Washington, J A. of Kyne township, and daughters Mary, Harry, and Conststine at home. Funeral Saturday with burial in Hawthorne Cemetery, Chambersville.
Hartman and Rodkey launch an undertaking business in Covokport offering caskets coffins burial robes shrouds and related furnishings. They operate a hearse and can attend funerals at distance. Known locally for honest conduct and courteous service, The Progress wishes them success.
An 1897 advertisement touts English Spavin Liniment to remove lumps and blemishes in horses including blood spavins curbs splints and sprains. It claims effectiveness on swollen throats coughs and related conditions and offers a $50 saving with one bottle. Sold by Herrick Bros druggists Indiana Pa.
Movements dated December 9 to December 12 list shipments from J. M. Moore and D. B. Allison including 44 sheep and 10 rohn s to Derry Pa and 128 sheep 29 cattle 3 calves to Derry. Harry Bryan ships 170 hogs to Kneedler Pa. Thomas Wissinger ships 171 hogs to Schwenksville Pa and 117 sheep to West Philadelphia. J A Creps ships 175 sheep and 2 calves to West Ring. An unrelated health note mentions catarrhal symptoms relieved by Hood’s Sarsaparilla.
Elmer C Stewart son of the late James Stewart of Buffington township died December 1 1896 aged 18 years 9 months 24 days from consumption. His father and mother also died from the same disease. He was buried at McCartney church graveyard in Buffington township on the following Thursday. He held a $1000 policy with Home Insurance Company.
Tom Hildebrand opens shop with an extraordinary range of holiday items in Indiana. Calendars, books, pocketbooks, card cases, cutlery, and medallions are featured at very low prices. The full stock will be ready by Friday December 11, inviting shoppers to choose now while selections last.
Assertive patent medicine pitch urging quick cure for weak stomachs and nervous conditions. Claims universal efficacy, no failure, and immediate relief, with sales by Herrick Bros. Druggists in Indiana Pa. Mentions Hall event tomorrow at 7 pm for season tickets to an Institute Lecture Course, urging early lines.
Miss Katherine Stiteler daughter of George Stiteler of Smicksburg and now of DuBois died Saturday at home aged about 30. She had been an invalid all her life. Remains were taken to Smicksburg for interment and funeral services were held there Monday conducted by Rev C L Streamer.
Martin M. Miner died at Emporia Florida on November 18. He formerly owned a jewelry store there for several years and was well known to many residents of the area.
An infant child from North Point father Clark Reitz died on Wednesday aged one year. The remains were interred at Zion church on the following day.
Pearl Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs Newton Smith of Homer City died on Thursday at the age of six. Funeral arrangements pending local notice.
A Christmas Gift. Get a comfortable rocker for father and mother. Jim A McNeel offers the largest finest line in town all sold at low prices.
An advertisement touts a kidney cure claiming rapid relief for kidney bladder and back pain in men and women. It promises to relieve water retention and pain with immediate effect and asserts the remedy can prevent fatal outcomes, urging readers to try it as a life saver.
William McAdoo announces a stock of fresh candies nuts and fruits for school treats and holiday use. In town purchase at his store opposite the Court House.
Smickleburg and nearby towns saw a string of visitors this Sabbath with S M Lewis John Roush G E Shaffer and W E Bowser from Plamville in town and Prof H D Condron from Panxsatawaey visiting. Cemeteries drew many friends including Mrs Hannah Weston Dr Walters J M Cam dron and others from Punxsutawney while D A Ritchey of West Mahoning is serving as grand juror at the county seat.
Pineton, a progressive little town in Pine township, is noted for its citizens and visitors. Michael Elwood sore knee. W W Maloys visiting. Pate A daughter of George Steffy suffering quinsy. Rev Rittenhouse preached at Mt Unies church on Sabbath. H O Williams visited Hastings. H Miller visiting friends in Cambria county. H J Farbaugh completed a pavement. Bert Steffy and sister visiting near Maxioma Center. Edward Ream visiting Fry Keser family. Paul Hamill butchered a hog weighing about 500 pounds. Samuel Williams left for Homer City to enter schol. One teacher reportedly carries a revolver on the way to school.
John Russell on the sick list. Prothonotary Peeler and wife from Indiana visited John Russell's mother. Edgar Wiggins of Indiana called. F M Edwards received a carload of wheat from the west. Ian Rankin of Blairsville visiting friends at Shelocta. Alex Harbison of West Lebanon visited. Harry Walker at Vandergrift. W F Walker and Frank Edwards visited the county seat. Alexander Crawford spent last week at Punxsutawney. John Fleming and Shelocta schoolboys played a game, 13 to 12 in favor of home team. Abner Lowman and Will Thomas had two buggies collide. both damaged and drivers bruised.
Miss Nancy Mack visits friends in Altoona while Charles Evans of Pittsburg views his parents. Quay Overdorf, once on the sack list, has recovered. Some farmers finish plowing for spring crops. A Friday teachers institute proved successful. Mrs. Groat of Teer visits her father John Mack. Henry Miller killed a bog weighing 403 pounds. Entrees family moves toward Pittsburg for a new home. Webster Hill of Johnstown visits the Evans family. A social gathering was held at W B Oweriet’s home Monday evening.
Mrs Tillie McCrea and Miss Cora McQuown from Indiana attended a church service on Sabbath. Mr Marlin Lowman from Shelesis traveled through Saturday. Wilson and Mitchell visited the chopping mill this winter. Mr and Mrs Levitts of Aspem Cal have been here for a few days. Edward Boreland of Shire townshign called on friends Saturday evening. Six and Mrs King of South Bend recently married were here on Sabbath. Mr Foote and wife of Greve were visitors Saturday and Sabbath. A protracted meeting in progress at the church next Sabbath at 10 oclock.
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