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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1930
Page
2
Dr. Theodore B. Appel explains that pain signals illness and should not be dulled by self treatment. He urges yearly physicals and prompt diagnosis for conditions like tuberculosis, heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, warning against ignoring pain or masking it with remedies.
A compact explainer tracing the term census from censor to modern usage, noting the 1930 U S census aims and its role in population counts and House apportionment. It mentions the origin in Roman taxation and moral oversight, the eight month timeline, and the Congressional reapportionment changes since 1910. Also includes notice of the Parent-Teachers' meeting at Indiana High School Library with Mrs. D M Bulford speaking.
A Thursday evening square dance event at the Armory drew a record crowd in support of Company F. The popular attraction shows growing patronage and affection for the classic square dance among attendees.
Harrisburg January 22 The Attorney General's formal opinion to Dr John A H Keith Superintendent of Public Instruction clarifies licensing points under the new real estate act The bureau may refuse to issue licenses if charges are pending and must investigate with a hearing The act requires a definite business place and license display A builder selling property need not a broker but a salesman may require license Auctioneers at public auction do not need a broker license unless offering real estate for sale.
Harold C Williams secretary treasurer of the Indiana County Tuberculosis Society thanks The Indiana Progress for aiding the Christmas Seal campaign. He credits newspaper cooperation and editorial placement for boosting awareness of tuberculosis and prevention methods.
Texas goes marathon crazy as locals from Hondo to Texas City chase publicity. Bil Williams digs a nose driven wager to Pike’s Peak, yo-yo records surface in Houston, crazy croquet dronies aim for New York, and hoop rolling and other stunts flood the scene as aspirants seek fame and headlines.
Ottawa reports Ontario petitions for divorce law reform will be reviewed by parliament next winter. Premier Ferguson and Premier King plan talks to resolve the disorganized sessions that blocked divorce bills. Few petitions come from Quebec or P E I. others rely on provincial courts. If Ontario seeks a divorce tribunal, passage is possible despite religious opposition.
Lindsay peak incident leads to nineteen year old Nash and friends to promise daily church attendance for two years. In Justice of the Peace J. P. King’s courtroom Nash pled guilty to a charge connected with the cache of beer found on Lindsay peak.
Harrisburg report by Dr. John A. H. Keith shows steady gains in standard qualifications among Pennsylvania public school teachers. From 70.5 percent in 1910s-era eight-year span to 91.8 percent, college certificate holders total 11,990 and normal school certificates 28,499, highlighting improved prep and the 100th anniversary of the common school system.
The Hudson sedan owned by Earl Hewitt of town was stolen Monday night from in front of the Ritz theater. It was believed youths took it for a joy ride and abandoned it when gas ran out. The car, found near Commodore, was in good condition and Hewitt’s overcoat was left on the rear seat.
Advice on car maintenance and testing parts before condemning them. Promotes Vesta Service Station and other service bureaus and lists bid notices from Pennsylvania 1930 including a lighting bid with $500 requirement and February 6 deadline. Endorsements by bankers and mechanics.
By order of the Orphans Court of Indiana County Pennsylvania dated January 1 1980 Tack and Jack attorneys announce a public sale on the premises in Blacklick Township Indiana County Pennsylvania.
Property description dated February 12, 1930 details a 17 acre tract tied to lands formerly owned by James Dick and others. It traces boundary lines, corner stones, school lot, and references historic owners including Sarah A. Strub and Eliza C. Compton, with reservations and mining rights conveyed to Adrian Iselin and S. F. Strul.
Notice to heirs creditors and others interested that on January 7 1930 the undersigned will offer at public sale a property under the Orphans Court. The notice names Toby M Walker and Gilbert Parnell as attorneys handling the matter.
The 1930 notice advertises the sale of a large Cent er Township tract in Indiana County Pennsylvania to settle decedents debts. The property measures about 121 acres and carries coal and pyrites mining rights with extensive privileges for mining draining and road use. Bids begin with ten percent down and balance on deed delivery, with the right to reject all bids. Administrator J J M Armstrong signs the notice dated January 15 1930 in court-house listings.
Ten percent of the bid due when the property is knocked down and the rest upon court confirmation and delivery of deed. Sale conducted by F Stahl administrator of the estate by order of the court. Clerk W Ralph Cummings. Tudinna, Jan 22, 1920.
Cunningham and Wisher attorneys announce an Orphans Court sale in Indiana County Pennsylvania by order dated January 20 1936. Heirs creditors and others interested are informed a public sale will be offered under court oversight.
Friday February 21 1930 at 2 00 PM the premises in the Second Ward Borough of Blatraville Indiana County Pennsylvania will be offered for sale as described lot on Decker Avenue 60 feet by 150 feet with a two story frame dwelling and appurtenances balance due on delivery of deed right reserved to reject bids administratrix Albania Marchegiano Indiana Pa January 29 1930 310
Notice filed by Farmers Bank & Trust Company guardian of Mary Kathryn Lounds seeking court order for private sale of undivided one fourth minor interest in 105 acre White Township tract, promising cash payment of 1380.00 with deed upon execution. adjoining owners and reserves noted. Indiana County Pennsylvania. Executors notice follows for estate of W. C. Long with probate letters granted. statement for claims and debts due.
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