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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1922
Page
1
Fragmentary report describes a fire at a local Presbyterian church in Dilltown that damaged a piano and sparked accusations among worshippers. The article also notes political context with Dilltown Republican candidates and county officials organizing for the new year, naming several county officers and staff.
Friday events at the Lutheran church drew a small crowd due to bad weather. Local residents Dan Meeking, Harry Wilt, and others were seen in Uniontown over the weekend. Rural news covers visits, candidates for state legislature, and a quirky livestock record claim for a Wilgus Berkshire Association boar.
Recorded deeds show multiple transfers in Indiana and Montgomery, Mahoning, and related townships. Names include Helen Swank Emelie Stoneback Thomas Lockard J O Clark G W McHenry George Marsh Anna Bell Mazie Beringer Morna Heilman John Puller B Heilman Grand View Realty Co Jay Gibson Zonas Stephens Hazel Michaels Gloyd Haag Kunkle Elder Peeler Ben Walker Charles Getty Amanda Getty Wilbur Graff Clair Doty John Miller and others with parcels ranging from 1 to 80 acres and sums from 40 to 7800 dollars.
A week of weddings includes Goheen Lowther Margeret H Lowther Miss Dorothy Lowther maid of honor and Arthur Piper as escort. Miss Ione Warl played the wedding march. The bride, a noted Indiana musician and choir director, plans an eastern trip. The groom, a WWI veteran, commands Troop B First Pennsylvania Cavalry, newly trained at Fort Riley. Also, Evans Stanton wedding in Salvation Army hall with Capt Evans and Faith Stanton tying the knot. After Florida trip, they return to lead local work. Several other marriages noted including Nolf Smith and Kline Treese, plus Bigitsville man’s sudden death in Pittsburgh.
A settlement reached when the damage suit by Mrs. Catherine M. against Mecca Coal Company was called at West Lebanon Court. Company to pay Hill 486 and costs after a two year dispute over two horses sold and dispute over soundness. Fulton won 200 in damages from D. Lundy for undelivered hides. Moore vs Wainwright slated for trial. Rowley vs Aird appeal settled. several cases continued.
The Wilgus Berkshire Association elected officers for the year including President Walter Blose and Vice President William Wright. Obe Gromley and Wright were named leaders for the boys and girls pig club. They plan to send three sows to the Harrisburg show January 27 29 and recall prior success at Chicago International Livestock Exposition. The Cockport O. I. C. Association will also exhibit at Harrisburg under Ashley G. Glenn.
Miss Mercy Rogers, 31, daughter of Rev. George Rogers of Bellevue, reportedly inhaled illuminating gas in her New York City apartment. Found by roommate Miss Clara Staple, Rogers had a moody disposition and dejections. She worked as a private secretary to a physician. Her father served 40 years in the Pittsburgh Episcopal diocese.
A flurry of social notes from Indiana area towns reports births, visitors, and visits. New parents Mr and Mrs Guy Fetterman welcome a daughter. Wilmer Stewart travels to Akron on business. George W Treese and son Bilian visit Arcadia. Grace Myers hosts Rochester Mills friends. multiple residents visit Indiana relatives or host guests. local officials and residents renew subscriptions. a fire damages the home of a local justice. several students and faculty from Muskingum and other colleges spend holidays at home or travel for study. various residents depart for Cleveland Philadelphia and Pittsburgh for study or work.
Mrs Annie Weyand McChune of New Florence died in Johnstown Memorial Hospital after sustaining fatal burns while removing ornaments from a Christie tree at her father's home. Her dress caught fire while boxing decorations. she lived a week with the injuries. Survived by husband Arnold, father Joseph Weyandt, brothers Arnall Weyandt and Joseph Weyandt Jr, sisters Goldin Weyandt and Mrs. Thomas Clawson and Mrs. Bessie Petyaecen. Funeral services in Laurel Hill Cemetery with Rev A J Orlindgs officiating.
Nearly 200 persons from 29 of 35 Granges attended a Pomona Grange meeting at Creekside on Thursday. The group approved funding for three Near West Relief children, sent 180 dollars, and financed a county livestock survey to be compiled by the County Agent. State Master John A. McSparran spoke on Grange legislation and organization, a 5S class was taught, and the next Pomona will be in March in Indiana.
The First National Bank of Plumville installs a modern burglar alarm and thermo electric protection system to safeguard deposits amid a crime wave. Officials invite patrons to inspect the system and note the bank’s growth and safety service. Local residents and readers of The Progress are mentioned with several town figures attending events and subscribing.
Roper reports active Boy Scout work with several new troops organized and reinvigorated units. New troop planned for Goal Run district No 1 led by Vernon Stiffler with O Sharrer and Andrew Sisson assisting. Troops at Fulton Hull Graceton and Indiana growing. Starford Commodore troop split into separate groups. Commodore area sees progress with building alterations for basketball and meeting spaces. Lia Commodore Troop formed with 24 members. A C Brathera scoutmaster and Dr FW A Meagle assistant. In Indian troop No 3 committee named J A Whiteman chair with Ernest Workm, R Livingston, J I Peterman and A Ralph on board. Ralph Harrison to lead scoutmasters. Clarence Snyder assistant.
Levy Comey reports that 70 270 dollars were collected as dry law fines in the Western District of Pennsylvania for 1921. The amount was paid by 176 persons found guilty of prohibition violations, with about 400 cases pending in Pittsburgh federal court. United States Attorney Walter Lyon noted a third judge will be assigned to the Pittsburgh district.
Rinn Ghesen elected president of the reorganized town council. J S Taylor named secretary, Jesuf G St Glair treasurer, Maman Pealer engineer, Thomas Lucas sewer plant caretaker, and Burvey Orr street commissioner. Committees to be appointed later. Also reports of explosions, hog butchered, and multiple obituaries follow.
Notices recount multiple sudden passings over several days including John Neal of Trade City and North Point. Details cover his public service, business leadership, Civil War service, long marriage, and survivors. Also noted are deaths of Mrs. Ralph Wolfe, James C. McComb, and Tevin Davis with brief survivor lists and burial plans.
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