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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1933
Page
6
The Detroit News praises Abraham Lincoln detailing his modest origins in a one room Kentucky cabin, lifelong self-education, rise to President, restraint with weapons, moral character, and enduring public memory. It notes his marriage to Mary Todd, literary interests, humility, humor, and ultimately his place among the ages.
The article praises Abraham Lincoln as a man of the people who rose from humble origins to influence American life. It emphasizes his self-education, courage, and belief in labor, calling him a steadfast defender of workers and a lasting symbol of virtue and public service.
Quote attributed to Lincoln about unity with those who do right and parting ways when they err. The remark emphasizes support for right conduct and disengagement during wrong.
A historical note recalls Lincoln issuing the emancipation proclamation proclaiming freedom for enslaved people, with the declaration proclaimed by Lincoln and effective January 1, 1863, marking a pivotal moment in U.S. history.
Rossmoyng Mrs Cora Beers and daughters Tilsie and Mary Arlene, of Indiana, were week and visitors of Mrs Beers parents and sister. Guests included Mr and Mrs Henry Elkin, Mrs Delmer Whittsell and family, Mr and Mrs D C Wells, Mr and Mrs Ebert Brewer, at Dihois for Mrs Edner's birthday. A cake baked by Mrs Brewer. R Boyd Wikin and wife of Dora visited Mr and Mrs G E L Elkin. Neighbors held a shower for Mr and Mrs Joe Breswick at the schoolhouse Monday night. Tiffani shoppers on Saturday. Hebert Hikin near Smicksburg called on his brother G E L Elkin last week. Mr and Mrs Merley Marshall were Punxsulawney shoppers on Saturday.
In 1952 more motor vehicle accidents occurred between 4 P.M. and the PM hour than at any other time of day, while the fewest crashes happened from early morning until 7 A.M. The record highlights daily patterns in crash timing across the year.
The Post-Gazette offers home mail delivery the same day as publication for Tudiana County residents not served by other carriers. The deal includes a 5.50 price and references other bargains on Page 2.
The United States covers about 8,026,701 square miles with a north south length of 1,780 miles and east west width of 100 miles. It boasts rich mineral resources including iron copper and gold with vast forested regions in the west northeast southeast and central areas. The central and southern regions grow three quarters of the world’s corn and wheat and half the tobacco. Washington D C is the capital and major cities include New York Chicago Philadelphia Detroit Cleveland St Louis Boston Baltimore Pittsburgh Los Angeles Buffalo San Francisco and Milwaukee.
US coast and geodetic survey report submarine mountains off New England forming a chain resembling the Rockies. A Grand Canyon like feature was found in Corsair Gorge two miles wide with 45 degree slopes and heights around 1,800 feet. Transatlantic liners note the scenery as they travel. The canyons likely formed by ancient river erosion on a plateau, or by a giant glacial landslide that left a deep gorge current beneath the sea.
A perfume maker frames new fragrances from memories and places. One scent recalls a brilliant court moment, another captures English spring and garden blooms, a third evokes an Orient mood with color and mystery, while a fourth suggests candor and strength. A final fragrance draws on twilight fern fragrance.
In Africa a set of ancient bones were found by Niemnwiquil and Dr We Leetz, chief geologist of Anglo- Asperlean Corp. The remains, of a marsupial family, challenge the idea that kangaroos ever existed there and revive talk of Lemuria between Africa and Australia.
William Bowers Bourn of San Mateo Cull presented to the State a vast tract the Lakes of Killarney estate once owned by the Kensimere family. The castle seal and estate were ruined after tax default. By 1876 the property faced sale on the market block. Bourn bought it and returned it to the Irish government.
An OCR fragment lists supposed top cities by population with many garbled names such as Lavin REIL New York Golsdehlis Ber and others. It also attempts to rank U S cities with New York Chicago Philadelphia Detroit Los Angeles St Louis Baltimore and Pittsburgh, though many entries are unreadable or corrupted.
A fragment discusses fireplace noises caused by gas and burning wood as a signal to medieval ancestors that household pots and pegs were in conflict. The text mentions a child named Pa noting family quarrels among household members.
The 1904 silver dollars are not the rarest, the 1804 dollars hold that title. About 7 or 8 genuine examples survive from a single obverse and reverse die. The coin shows a draped Liberty and an heraldic eagle with "United States of America" on the reverse. A sinking Chinese voyage allegedly carried almost the entire 1804 mintage to China. A few restrikes were made in 1858 and 1860s. many were destroyed, making these coins highly valuable.
Professor Harris of Union Theological Seminary told a conference on the dear husband that a man’s past loves shape his marriage risk. He cited 200 cases and urged that a man who has had several affairs is a better risk than one with none or only few, noting insight into sex and family comfort as factors.
Gasoline vapor from one gallon at 60 degrees BP weighs about 6.16 pounds and 62 degrees BP 4.2 cubic feet per pound of vapor. A gallon can produce roughly 25.8 cubic feet of vapor, enough to render room air explosive in a 21 by 10 by 10 foot space. Automobile engines reportedly utilize under 16 percent of gasoline energy, with the rest wasted or lost to friction.
Fragmentary 18th century account notes Washington and Continental Congress arming small vessels after Boston siege. Vessels operated under Rhode Island and Connecticut authority then under Congress led by John Adams. They felled enemy ships, aided colonies, and supplied needed war materiel.
A fragmented note discusses measuring wealth by the reindver herd owned, noting its use for tea and leather, clothing, tents, sails, and as ink. It mentions advantages over dogs and hints at a coach with crests and a need to care for dogs and sons.
Land fraud schemes in Washington described with names altered. A group led by men including Patrick Herry and Jamin Wranklin allegedly targeted city lots near woods and corn fields. Paper profits funded by deceit ended in debt and controversy in local land history.
Strongstown area residents attend funerals and visits across Belsano Wintondale and Blairsville. Mary Wracken Smith's funeral held in Belsano Studio. Local families, including Bennett, Cramer, Til, and Troxel, host or visit in many homes. A Seventh Day Adventists conference in Pittsburgh drew attendees, and plays and church events with offerings were announced for Thursday.
Sabbath services announced for 1 10 with Miss Mildred Kreider preaching at 2000. Visitations and relatives shown as friends gather, with notes on local families including Mountain, Compton, Speedy, and Parks. Several residents traveled from town and nearby areas to attend services and visit relatives.
Court records notice of the petition by Margaret Kingdon widow of the decedent to probate and settle the estate of the deceased. The filing requests lawful appointment of the executor, inventory, and appraisals with notice to interested parties and a hearing date to validate the will or administer the estate.
In the estate of Miss Ashaine Laing the probate case proceeds with attorney letters and notices. The executor S. Am. Agus, Esquire, declares the heirs and interested parties must attend a settlement hearing and present claims as required by law.
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