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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1930
Page
2
State Forester Joseph Slick says the chestnut blight crest has passed in Pennsylvania and sprouts are enlarging as immunity develops. He notes years of destruction but reports increasing observations of sprouts producing nuts again, with studies continuing to determine the true status of the disease.
A large modern barn on the old M. Waddle farm near Saltsburg owned by Keystone Coal Co. burned early Tuesday last week. Five head of livestock including a registered Holstein bull two calves and two horses perished. Losses also included 250 bushels of wheat 24 tons of hay a feed mill and farm machinery totaling about 60,000 dollars with insurance covering part. James Sting, the coal company farmer, lost many personal belongings.
A long roll of names appears for the Fifth Monday of September in 1930, detailing jurors from multiple townships and boroughs including Center, Indiana, Blairsville, Homer City, Cherryhill, Green, Creekside, Smicksburg, Patterson, and surrounding areas. The list enumerates individuals by surname and given name alongside local places, reflecting a broad civic duty roster for the season.
Notices cover hunting season dates and species protections. Grouse may be hunted November 1 to 8. Mongarian partridge closed. Blackbirds Aug 1 to Nov 30, railbirds Sept 1 to Nov 30, waterfowl Oct 1 to Jan 15, wood ducks swans and eider protected. Various other species have specific dates and protections.
The Central Pennsylvania Bible Conference begins its eleventh annual session at Lakemont Park near Altoona on August 2. Nine days of sessions run daily at 10:20 am 2:00 pm 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm with missionary talks at 6:30 pm. Noted speakers include Rev French J Oliver D D Rev Albert Hughes Rev Herbert W Gieber and Rev George McNeely D D plus Rev F C Imhof of the Cleveland Hebrew Mission.
The Board of Game Commissioners of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania adopts a resolution July 3 1830 for seasonal limits on waterfowl upland game and wild turkey hunting. It sets daily bag limits ducks geese muskrat and other species specifies no open season on certain wild birds and restricts hunts to lawful hours under state game laws. Violations carry penalties under the act of assembly. The resolution is entered in the board minutes and certified by the executive secretary.
Doctor Theodore B. Appel argues that endurance practices arise from imitation and a drive to excel. He notes adults and youths engage in various endurance feats, from tree-sitting to long eating and little sleep, warning against blindly condemning everyday self-imposed strains while urging moderation for a healthier, longer life.
Dayton Agricultural and Mechanical Association gearing up for a four day fair in Dayton Pennsylvania from August 6 to 9. The event promises a strong horse racing program, three bands, free attractions, and a family friendly schedule aimed at drawing big crowds to the well maintained grounds. Also noted is the upcoming wedding of Miss Evelyn Clara Rezzolla to Attorney Bruce A. Selotto at St Bernard Church, highlighting local social ties and community prominence. A July horse sale at Archie Nichol Farm near Indiana features 26 draft horses, mostly black and dark gray, with details on terms and delivery.
Sealed bids will be received by Abe Board of Education at the Borough of Indiana Pa for the purchase of used athletic field materials. Bids must reach the board's offices at Corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets Indiana Pa by August 1980. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. DAUGHERTY Pres Mason Weitzel Bath Secretary.
Lantzy, administrator of Peter Simon Rummell, deceased, seeks court authority August 25, 2030 to sell land in Greene Township Indiana County private sale to Henry Patterson and wife for debts. Price terms include 100 dollars now and 20 payments of 20 dollars starting April 1930. Property bounds and mineral reservations described. part of larger tract to Spicher.
Announcement by attorney notices a private sale of 60 acres 43 perches in Washington Township Indiana County to satisfy debts of C. W. Jewart deceased. Sale approval by Orphans Court set for August 5 1930 at 10 A M. Administrator Clarry A Jewart seeks court authority to sell land to Herbert L Jewart for 2100 dollars cash on confirmation and deed delivery. Property excludes coal and mining rights and is described with adjoining lands and a deed from G F Lohr and Mary Lohr.
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