Major Molly Pitcher Emerges From Revolutionary War Legend
Howe returns to England and Clinton moves to New York as Washington pursues across New Jersey. At Monmouth June 28 1778 General Lee balks then Washington inspires a stubborn stand. Mary Pitcher’s act at the cannon earns her the nickname Major Molly and Congress grants her life half pay.
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Howe
England
Clinton
New York
Washington
New Jersey
Mamouth
Lee
Mary Pitcher
Collyae
Indiana Progress. One Dollar Per Year In Advance
Torn lines note a local Indiana newspaper entry praising political figures, church events, and community notices with scattered names such as Moorhead, Johnstown, Swank, and various churches. The piece references elections, court figures, and local civic happenings, ending with a plan for a lawn fete by the Epworth League.
Grand Jury Week Progress and Local Legal Matters
The week includes a range of decisions and petitions. John Manners faces support obligations for a grandchild while a pauper-related fee hearing proceeds. Executors seek real estate sales to satisfy debts. Appraisers are tasked with valuing store goods for creditors. Grand jury returns list several true bills and not true bills on assault and other counts. A Briton named William North becomes naturalized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Township
John Manners
Guy Huston
George M. Weaver
Robert Jordan
W. N. Reed
Celia Dosch
Henry N. Dosch
John A. Johnston
Dickey Ray
Benjamin Kellar
John J. Paige
Tisi
Commonwealth
Charles T. Stuchell
Rosa Kell Johns
David A. Lydick
Charles Abel
James Vanhorn, Jr
William Work
James Vanhorn
Alexander W. Flening
Matilda Sylvanus
Johm Marshall
Holsey Walker
Wrank Root
Willian North
Glen Campbell
Large Real Estate Sale Lists Acres Auctioned
A statewide sale of Sher is sale on Friday disposed of hundreds of acres in multiple townships. Names include J M Guthrie transferring 47 to J N Banks for 10, Center township 194 to Gosslar and Barker, Brushy Wey 80 to Wm N Gouldwell and Torrence, Center township 1845 to A M Barker, Eskirsville to Conemaugh Building and Loan Association, Clairsville to Conemaugh for 45, Beringer lots to J A Blair and to Jeremiah Gusos, White township 50 to J L Orr, Frank C Davis 4 lots to John Kinnan, Nancyv Cummins 45 to Jamies Black, Center township 121 to W C Guthrie, and other entries including 600 for 4 lots in India.
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Sheris
J. ME Guthrie Jana
Mr. Guthrie
Brushvalley Township
J. N. Banks
J.M. Guthrie
Center Township
Gosslar
JM. Guthrie
Brushy Wey Township
Wm. N. Guldwell
J. M. Torrence
J. Mi. Guthrie
A. AL Barker
Suto
GL. Harn
Eskirsville
Conemaugh Buihding and Loan Association
Clairsville
Conemaugh Ding and Loan Association
Elmer Anchor
Bering
Rayne Township
Jamies S. Black
J. M.guthrie
W. C. Guthrie
A General Good Time At Fair Grounds Thursday
Indiana County Bicycle Club reports over forty members after the third meeting. The club adopts its constitution by laws and track regulations with a $1.00 membership fee. Family riders may share one ticket and receive benefits. A pre meeting event on the Fair Ground track from 6 pm to dark offers lemonade and welcomes riders of all genders. Entrance near Seventh street, track gate in enclosure, and keys issued to members after Thursday.
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Indiana
Seventh Street
West Indiana School Board Organised Last Night
West Indiana Borough school board organized, electing Oliver M. Wilson and John A. Findley as members. John A. Findley named president, I. Blair Taylor secretary, WY. M. Cunningham treasurer. All old teachers re-elected, principal W. S. Trainer retained for three years at higher pay. An extra department added, Miss Jane McFadden named teacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Indiana
West Indiana Borough
Oliver M. Wilson
John A. Findley
J. A. Findley
I. Blair Taylor
WY. M. Cunningham
Jane McFadden
Trainer
Wheels Stolen From Mr. Williamson Cart Near Smicksburg
A theft report says wheels were removed from the cart of Mr. Jess Williamson near Smicksburg on Tuesday night last week and the wheels have not been recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jess Williamson
Smicksburg
Williamson
Examination for teachers' permanent certificates held
The examination for teachers' permanent certificates was conducted in Indiana public schools on Friday. The class numbered nineteen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Public Schools
Doctor Salm to be consulted at Union Hotel Blairsville
Notice announces that Dr. Salm will be available for consultation at the Union Hotel in Blairsville from 6 to 9 p m on Tuesday evening June 11.
Personal Brevities Highlight Local Visitors and Travel
A parade of guests and travelers threads through the town as W L Hutchison visits Johnstown, J C McGregor tours Pittsburgh, and many others from Trade City, Deckers Point, Allegheny and West Indiana drop in or depart. Notables include Judge Barker in town on Friday, Miss Pearl Bush visiting Blairsville, and Miss Ollie Stephens at her sister’s in West Sutton Street. The county buzzes with schools, business trips, and church events as residents roam to Pittsborg, Oil City, Tarentum, and Philadelphia Street locales this week.
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W. L. Hutchison
Johnstown
J.C. McGregor
Pittsbore
M.C. Wortman
Trade City
Robert McAdoo
Deckers Point
Robert Rutter
Allegheny
Cherrytree
Progress Office
J. K. Wachob
Rowe
Johinstown
J. BE. Campbell
Smithport
W.C. Sprankle
Pittsboro
Sue Willard
Oil City
Children’s Aid Society
Annie Gibson
Greenville
Whit Fenton
East Water Street
Viola Stumpf
Railroad Avenue
West Mahoning Township
Ritchey
James Lewis
Carrie G. George
Flora
Pleasantville
J. F. Barnes
Philadelphia
W. T. Wilson
West Church Street
Joseph Cramer
Cramer
Maud
Laura
Mazie
Edna Fowler
Penn Run
Saltsburg
Archie Fowler
Mabel
Edith Walker
West Indiana
Tarentum
Frank Walker
J. J. Miller
Pittsburg
Miller
Mary Clark
Ome
Martha Wallace
East Bry al Pa
Jerson
J.C. Wallace
Compu
Lewis Hay Jett
Hagerstown
General Synod of the Lutheran Church
Minnie Mock
West Tndiana
Bert
Pittsbare
Baest
Friends
Rennenine
Miss Mock
Ohio
H. H. Tohnssen
Jobston
Reels Station
Michigan
Evah Thompson
D. E. Barr
Mizabeth Stewart
D. B. Taylor
Heh McCreers
Edhoors
Worsas
Wheat swindlers warned in eastern district
Farmers are warned about swindlers posing as canvassers in the eastern part of the state who claim a high yield and demand half the crop. They pressure farmers to sign contracts promising to let the agent share half the harvest, with threats of misfortune if not agreeable.
Creekside dance and a drayman’s head injury
Mr. A. C. Ferrier the drayman received a cut above the left eye while repairing his home as a hatchet blade struck his forehead. The eye was not injured. Creekside residents plan a town hall dance on Friday evening June ith with refreshments promised. Fleming & Thomas advertise a closing out sale on boots shoes hats and caps with hand turned shoes priced at 4 dollars for 2.50.
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Wisits
Jacksonville
United Presbyterian Elipeli
Viernend
Ische
White
Jackson- Te Nnemnerdal
A. C. Ferrier
Creekside
Fleming & Thomas
Eldersridge Academy Celebrates 50th Anniversary Feasts
The Eldersridge academy marked its fiftieth founding anniversary with a morning gathering of over five hundred alumni, prayers, and speeches by Rev. Townsend and others. An afternoon session featured recitations and addresses by former students, with a musical and elocutionary program in the evening. Trustees pursue an endowment as the school sits in a well educated, devout farming community five miles from Eldersridge.
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Old Eldersridge Academy
Eldersridge
S. Gibson
D. D
Pittsburg
J. M. Barnett
Markleton
Helen M. Gibson
Barnett
Joseph FE. Cook
New Alexandria
Pass
D. W. Townsend
Pleasant Unity
Pas
Donaldson
Wilson
Saltshore
J. J. Donaldson
D.D
Minneapolis
Mdersridge Academy
Eder Station
West Penn E.R
Horse Grounds Run Intense Stable Tour and Fire
A Saturday tour at the ath grounds featured prominent horse stables. Ma Boureen Alamenger, Kitty Dice, Stella Burglar, Fearless, and Timberlake Brothers horses were showcased by owner Anthony. Fire later threatened a Joseph Nickle farm turnip patch, stopped by Drs McMillen and Lockard with aid from local residents.
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Adp
Tharry
W. Anthony
Anthony
Umbr
Mo Anthony
Alamenger
Ma Boureen
Pinnaville
Mr. Anthony
Kitty Dicis
Clements & Wilson
Nesh
Red Stables
Stella Burelar
Timberlake Brothers
Res
Suelong
Charlie P
J. H. McCollum
Ofarkwood
Kirby
Horace Youngblood
Harry Hall
Hall Pointer
Geo. M. Cote
Center Township
A. L. Leikert
Blacklick
Fluerur
John Lydick
Joseph Nickle
Pension Granted for William H. Campbell in Blairsville
William H. Campbell of Co H 206th Pa Vol Inf near Blairsville was granted a pension last week at eight dollars a month after two prior rejections. Pension Agent Frank Donshugh of this place presented the proper evidence, leading the pension department to acknowledge the claim's merit.
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William H. Campbell
Co. H
Blairsville
Frank Donshugh
Essay on trust and value in supply chains
The text argues that a reputable dealer avoids cheating due to reputational and financial risks. It claims goods come from first hands, eliminating middlemen to align customer and seller interests, and promotes ready-to-put-on items from direct sources.
Wrappers and Suits For the Ladies From Makers
Advertisements for ladies wrappers and suits direct from makers. Items described as popular goods and up-to-date styles. Prices range from 50e to 2.50 in the period currency.
Capes and Wraps Offer Prices Range From Two Dollars
A local retailer advertises spring capes and wraps with quality options starting at $2.00 and extending to $316.00, highlighting latest makes and best quality for cool evenings.
Blouse Waists Boosted by Scarcity and Demand
Our sales show strong demand for laundered blouse waists as makers struggle to keep them in stock. Prices range from 50e to 2.50 dollars, with silk versions from 3.50 to 5.00. Despite hard times, the store reports output of more fine goods.
Dress Goods Price Cuts Drive Wool Yard Sale
Dress goods remain stocked in full with new nov eltex lines and staple items. Prices cut by about 25 percent from former levels with plain colors in all wool offered from 25 cents per yard up to 2.00 dollars.
Corsets Offer Best Fits for All Figures
The store promotes R. and G. corsets with guaranteed perfect fit varying from $1.00 to $2.50 plus other grades at 50¢ 75¢ and $1.00. They promise a wide selection and claim only top quality from premier sources.
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Im&m
Moll Puicher
Indiana Progress
Alt. Moorhead
AOS
Moorheata Protriptor
Peek Gdeete
Jon Stewart
Pel Ddeb
Joan L. Getty
Pot Sen
Citairman
John 2
Elkin
Republican Party
Indians
Cho
Loc
Geeacheat Peelei
Eavis West Indias Mead
Mahoning
Brushvalley
Bethlehens
Kayne
Marodi
Methodist Church
Seanors Church
Cisnebure
Westmoreland Couity
Af Armatrong Township
TC Boe
Church Street
Liuwir
Pete
Epweth League of the
M.el Church
County
Sherrif Mack
Indiana County Bicycle Club
Fair Grounds
MR. Trainer
Dr. Salm
Q. A. Vianiil
Snow
Moane Win
Tiana
White Township
Meo Loimill
Cracksonville
Conemuagh
A Ih Wili
A. ToBelladios
Pasaie Township
Joseyshine Wit
Washington Township
Old Eldersridge
The
Academy
Jooucury
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