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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1895
Page
4
A 1895 Indiana Progress editorial argues Republicans must uphold responsible governance after electoral victories. It calls for an American policy at home and abroad, honesty in national state and municipal affairs, opposition to corruption, and a recall of Democratic excesses to restore public trust and secure future power.
The Commercial Gazette lauds Senator Quay as a capable front line leader whose force and ability kept him at the forefront of his party. It credits him with aiding the McKinley bill, shaping the Wilson bill's fate, and earning support from American workers and manufacturers. It hopes for his continued health and influence, urging the Republican party and the nation to rally behind him.
The piece urges steep rent reductions amid declining living costs and lagging wage repairs. It notes landlords demand too much, advocates at least a 30 percent cut, and urges tenants to refuse lease renewals unless rents align with wages. It also mentions a proposed Pennsylvania bill to raise judges' salaries and lists legislature committees.
Republican committees across Cherryhill Brushvalley Center South Mahoning Rayne and White townships call meetings on January 26 or February 2 to nominate township or citizen tickets for the February election. Delegates include W E Mooreap W C Cunningham J D Dickie McKee Davis Samuel Wolfre and Many Citizens.
Rev Ritchey of the Allegheny Seminary will preach at Second U P church next Sabbath. Rev Ferguson of the Allegheny Theological Seminary preached there on Sabbath. Communion services will be held at the Presbyterian church next Sabbath. Preparatory services are held each evening this week. A union meeting by ladies of all denominations will be in Presbyterian church next Friday at 7 30 with music by the Y M C A choir. The week of prayer observed last week was well attended. On Saturday evening services were in Normal Chapel and Sunday evening the Y M C A conducted services in the M E church. Rev S V Dye has changed service hours for Evangelical Lutheran churches Brushvalley at ten and Strongstown at three next Sabbath and will continue on alternate Sabbaths.
Five promotions were made in Company F N G P on Friday evening. Capt D W Simpson appointed the officers, who are now serving in their new roles. Third Sergeant H K Boucher becomes Second Sergeant, Corporal J J Kerr becomes Third Sergeant, Corporal W F Elkin becomes Fourth Sergeant, Private Wilson Keener becomes Corporal, and Private G J Feit becomes Corporal.
Attorneys Samuel Cunningham and John Fisher have formed a law practice to be known as Cunningham & Fisher. The senior partner Mr Dun is a leading figure in the county bar, while Mr Fisher is a rising young lawyer with many friends.
Mr J L Orr purchased a tract of timber in Blacklick township from Mr John Shields last week. He has moved his saw mill to the tract and will cut timber there until spring.
Sheriff Mack visited Pittsburg on Monday while Dixonville resident Frederick Wise headed to Virginia for travel. Lawyers and merchants from Greensburg to Pittsburg were noted, with numerous absences for health reasons and funerals. The column lists visitors, illness updates, and upcoming events including a souvenir tea in West Indiana and pension actions for local residents.
Blairsville mourns Rev. James Davis a respected pastor who died last Sabbath at about 11 o'clock from blood poisoning after a scratch from his dog. Born October 25 1808 in Pittsburg he studied at Jefferson College and Canonsburg then became a Presbyterian minister shaping strong congregations. Survived by a wife and five children Mrs Jacob Graff Miss Martha Mrs Dr A F Purington Dr Thomas Davis and Mrs E P Skene. Funeral held Tuesday afternoon.
George Barclay, ten, son of Mr and Mrs Andrew Barclay of Center township, died January 4 after a brief illness from scarlet fever begun at school on New Year’s day. He was described as bright yet quiet, and his death came as a sad shock to friends.
David Mears of near Tunnelton died Thursday from paralysis after a month of delicate health. He lived his life on the family farm and was a highly esteemed citizen. Survived by a lonely wife and eight children. He belonged to the Presbyterian church at Tunnelton and was brother-in-law to Mrs. W. L. Mahan. Interment occurred at Saltsburg last Saturday.
Mrs. Samuel S. Cresswell of Homer City died on Sabbath from a complication of diseases. She was 63 and mother of sixteen, five of whom survive. Her remains were buried in Dunkard church graveyard, Cherryhill township, on Tuesday. She was mother to Mrs. Harry Coleman of this place.
David Boyd of Homer City died last Thursday from heart trouble at age 80. He was the father of Mrs. Dr. J. G. Campbell of Homer City and Mrs. Douthitt of Normal, and is survived by four children. His remains were laid to rest in Homer City on Saturday.
Emery M Huston died of typhoid fever in Sacramento county hospital California on Tuesday January 8 He went to California three years ago and stayed there until his death He was the second son of William Huston of Blacklick township aged 23 years
Mrs Tirzah Rowley aged 90 died Monday at her son Josiah Rowley’s home in Montgomery township. A member of the Dunokard church in Grant township, her remains were buried in the family burying ground on Tuesday afternoon.
Mrs Sarah Clawson of Center township died suddenly at her home last Tuesday morning. She was in her 70th year. A husband Ferguson Clawson and several children survive her.
Mrs. Annie Hazelett died at her home in Washington County on December 24. She left a husband and two children. She was a sister of Captain J. P. Kennedy of Blairsville.
Friday night at the Court House the Republicans of Indi ana borough proposed candidates for February election. The primary will be held next Saturday 4 to 7 p m at the Court House. Names include John H Pierce J W Earl H B Youngblood M McMaster A T Lowry John P Elkin George Row Wm Hosack G W Hood James McGregor G W Wheeler J M Dixon H C Christy John R Bryan R M Crawford John W Books J S Nesbit S L Loughry Thos Sutton David Hare and Kellar Harris for various posts.
Postmaster Hefflefinger improves slowly. John King visiting friends near Newville this week. RC Gailey of Pittsburg in town Monday. A Lowman traveled to South Bend Saturday on business. Mrs Ben Irvine of Georgeville visited G E Frantz Saturday. Anthony Montgomery Elderton a Sheloca caller Friday. J H Fulton and wife of West Lebanon visited W C Fulton's last week. Kate Lytle Indiana spent Sabbath with her parents. Ralph Moorhead Lexington Ohio home visiting mother. J G King attended the Harrisburg inauguration Tuesday. Prof J F Russel and R E Russel attended Institute at Hill Top Saturday. Zan Fleming returned from Emlenton for winter with parents. J Cal George and J W Blakely of West Lebanon were here Saturday. Young people held social at Alex Fiscus Wednesday evening. Alex Montgomery of South Bend called on Dr. R W McChesney Monday.
Mr Banks Wilt visited friends near Bovine City last Saturday. There were 13 applications for the vacant school No. 5 last Saturday. Reports say over 200 Green township voters will visit the county seat soon. Ed Kime team frightened by steam whistle with no serious damage. Uncle Napoleon Blachford of Cookport claims a novel calendar for 1895. Ladies gave quilt to invalid Mr A J Cook. Constable Cal Kingsley arrested Andy Pittman on charges by John Garman. Harry Long of Qonberg passed through toward his brother Charles Long in Bamessdoro. Harvey Meekins appointed to finish term in school No. 5. Miss Estella McCoy resigned. Dr McCullough, with Dr Glasgow, treats Mr John McCullough near Glen Campbell ill with typhoid fever.
Local notes report Frank Dick of Johnstown and family Sabbath visits, Silas Bracken visiting Morrellville, Charlie Clark’s quinsy illness, and the Armagh Cornet Band festival succeeding socially and financially. Indiana visitor A D Sutton spent Sabbath with father-in-law S A Johnston. D W Tomb improves, Dr T F Klages attends. Area youths attend Free Methodists revival in Mechanicsburg. East Wheatfield school board leaders tour and praise flourishing schools. Township supervisors discuss a Johnstown to Cramer road likely to be built with citizen backing.
Saturday evening West Indiana borough held its suggestion meeting in Council Chambers. John L. Getty was elected chairman and E. E. Lockard secretary. The primary will be held Saturday afternoon between 4 and 7 o clock. Suggestions include names for School Directors, Poor Overseer, Assessor, Auditor, Judge of Election, Inspector, Council, High Constable and other local posts with many names listed.
Diphtheria has proven fatal in several instances at Smicksburg lately. Two of Amos Barrett's children died of the disease last week. Five members of this family have died from it. The only surviving child is now recovering.
Humane Agent Thompson filed preferred charges against Robert and George Clawson of White township before Squire Marlin on a Tuesday alleging cruelty and abuse toward old horses.
The Huyghenian Literary Society of Normal postpones its open meeting until Saturday evening due to the week of prayer.
The family of Israel Wolf of Rayne township is afflicted as Mrs. Wolf and their five children all suffer from scarlet fever. The illness has gripped the household, leaving the family in distress and prompting local notices of concern.
A marriage license was issued in Diana Pennsylvania to T. C. Sate cevbopuvest nanensyeg bi and the unnamed partner, signaling formal authorization for their upcoming nuptials in the local jurisdiction.
Homer City Council No 185 Jr O U A M announces a festival at Homer City this Wednesday evening and tomorrow evening, inviting community participation and celebration activities.
The Indiana Building and Loan Association received its charter last Monday and is now ready for business. Officers elected: President G. W. Hood, Vice President A. T. Taylor, Secretary D. W. Simpson, Treasurer John B. Taylor, Manager G. W. Swan, solicitors John L. Getty and W. M. Mahan. Directors: G. W. Hood, M. C. Watson, H. M. Bell, John A. Scott, A. T. Taylor. Office established with Oebien & Bimpeon, insurance agents. The association begins on a strong footing.
Mr Wm McConaughey sold his farm last week. Mr and Mrs B F Backen returned safely from a two weeks journey. Messrs Jas Kurn and Lawrence Dodson happy due to growing families. A surprise party for Miss Fanny Rose drew 51 guests with games and supper. John Dick of Jackson township Cambria county died suddenly at 60 from heart disease. member of United Brethren church. wife and eight children survive. remains interred at Nineveh.
Smicksburg notes Mrs Mary Fetters is on the sick list Bert Weston visits in Clearfield Miss Smith of Punxsutawney visits Mr Taylor Ritchie’s last week Seon iis tamily are all boys unclear fragment about a mother moving to town based on a garbled line.
Thomas Anderson Park Wood is able to be empaqui and Stephen Jones visits Ohio while Jacob Phillips of Deckers Point visits nearby last week. T E Waehole recovers from sore throat and Will Warner of Clarksburg hosts him. Wednesday meetings occur at Parkwood school house and Belle Robinson travels through Carry Remy en route south. No preaching in the West due to Rev Littell's absence aiding Rev Robinson with communion at Union U P church.
J McCrea Bothel is ill and Blystone family recover from diphtheria. Spence confined to house with grip. Rev Wilson led Presbyterian communion at Sele bath. Washington township teachers to hold Institute in schoolhouse Saturday. Andrew Gibson’s new saw mill arrived Monday to be set up on McKee tract in Rayne township. Farmers plan to sell coal rights. leases held by Theak. they aim for 16,000 acres, currently over 15,608 with 1,002 to raise. Methodist meeting ongoing. Minnie Duncan of Blacklick and Myrtle Moorhead visited. Fred Emmons of Jeannette visiting parents. Dr Evans improving from spinal trouble. Mrs Creswell C Communion service. four joined church by confession. Jr. O U A M festival set for Wednesday and Thursday with food. May Stear visited near New Point. Prof L G Blose attended Canoe institute. John K Neal of Big Run visited friends. Falbert Alsbenga’s daughter ill with rheumatism. Peter Walker home from Reynoldsville visit. W R Neal of Pusutawney visiting. Robert Ayres recovering from grip. sled loads from Neutip Point and Pane s Stawney attend Peter Stone’s and Neal’s. William Barns’s horse dies from tongue injury of unknown cause.
Fragmented OCR records list locals including John Blakly Henry Campbell and families in Pine Vale. Mentions a revival meeting progress, illnesses and visitors, with scattered names and places in a small town context.
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