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Newspaper

Indiana Progress

Location

Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1904

Page

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Knox Succeeds Quay as U S Senator Pick

Governor Pennypacker announced the appointment of Philander C Knox to succeed Stanley Quay as United States senator. The plan avoids an extra session and allows Knox to serve the unexpired term and the full six year term beginning next December. Senator Penrose and other Republican leaders welcomed the move.

Pennypacker Philander C. Knox United States Tate Maatthew Stanley Quay Lemmide Knox Penrose Sarah W. Darhem

Farmhouse Robbery Shock Hits Local Family

A burglary ripped through the Stoops family farmhouse in Cando township while Robert and John Stoops were planting corn nearby. Entry occurred around 11 o clock, with valuables including cash and a dresser damaged. Neighbors gathered at the scene as investigators from Westmoreland County reported the loss at about 100 dollars. Three local residents were seen nearby, and authorities noted items missing from several rooms. Police are pursuing leads as the community reels from the break in.

Savthan Stolom Farmar Robert Stoops John IL O'Clouk Dobn Stoops Wolige Guyver Euibeest Inc Lindsay

Court Report On Debates About Public Policy

In court, long and detailed discussions cover political disfavor, weekend activities, and court procedures. The panel considers contracts, removal of rubbish, and rebuilding steps, with Judge White addressing electing issues and urging restraint in funding. A suspect list circulates as authorities plan further sessions.

Speed Pace in September County Fair Purses

The article outlines purses and races surrounding the September county fair, listing events such as a 7-furlong and 9 furlong race, an 8-N purse of $800, and a projected all-Nine entries race. It notes expected attractions and local entries, with dates and officials referenced in passing.

Rick Wil Wild Shu Itulo Provident Rochester Fuuiy Jallerson & Coupanys Fiies Plétihia Ghalriman

Baptists Host Annual Sabbath School Convention in Town

The Indiana Baptist Association held its annual Sabbath schools convention at the town Baptist church with about 70 delegates. Sessions featured devotional exercises, addresses by local and visiting ministers, reports on membership, and the election of officers. Children’s Day services were observed at several churches with programs, songs, and collections for the Loysville Orphans Home.

Uaptial Young People's Union The Baptist Sabbath Schools Indiana Baptist Association Baptist Church BR. B. Dunmire Ambrose Eimer WH. Wall Purchase Line J. C. Slagle Blairsville A. O. Cravener Town G. M. Rowland Pine Flats M. ¥.S. Gould Plumville Leroy Stephens Philadelphia Baptist Educational Society John Feltwell Altoona J. T. Davis J. T. Kimple Homer City Isabel West T. DB. Firer Wilmerding Lutheran Church Lewis Hay Loysville D. J. Firor Baptist Associational George Holmes A. 8. Cunningham

Mock wedding mockery staged by Miss Mary Jones party

A Saturday night mock wedding at Miss Mary Jones's home entertained guests with a playful ceremony. Attendees included graduates and local residents such as Miss Jane P. and Agnes Wilson, Helen St. Clair, Belle Allison, and Miss Frances M. Waggley, with participants dressed in varied attire and a comical bridal party led by a rector.

Mary Jones West Church Aireeé Ruth Ashmore Tle Miss Jones Orient Jane P Agnes Wilson Helen St. Clair Belle Allison Blanche Anthony Ellan Thompson Elizabeth Young Nansie Moorhead

Taken to Hospitals for Treatment in Philadelphia

Miss Mabelm Thompson daughter of Yt A Thompson of Oakland avenue was taken last evening to Philadelphia where she will be treated at Sir Joseph Hospital. She has a month long fever and resulting pelvic abscess. Dr J B Montgomery of Philadelphia, a specialist, was brought here Monday and it was decided to move her to the hospital. She was accompanied by her parents. Dr HL Butterbaugh with Mrs J Miller and Fern of town left for Philadelphia where the child will enter a hospital and may need surgery to restore health. A W Campbell of freshmen visits his brother County Commissioner J A Campbell of town.

Mabelm Thompson A. Thompson Oakland Avenue Philadelpha Sir. Joseph Hospital Miss Thompson J. B. Montgomery HL. B. Butterbaugh J. 3. Miller Fern Philadelphia Xen Thas Rita Koeh Philadelphia Street Sadie Wilke Chernry- Lil Township Miss Wike Adam Dolnstown

Now Making Mine Cars Promising First Order for Clymer

The Clymer Manufacturing Company of town has received an order for 50 mine cars from Majestic Coal Company operating mines at Godfroy station along the Allegheny river. This is the first order for mine cars from the local plant, and the firm expects to make this department the busiest after recent enlargement on West Philadelphia Street. The factory was expanded with new machines focused on mine car production and aims to attract further orders from coal companies developing the region.

Total Company Clymer Manufacturing Company Majestic Coal Company Godfroy Station Allegheny River West Philadelphia

Barn Raising Accident Hurts Young Man in Beushvailey

Guy McCormick of Heshbon was seriously injured at a barn raising on Monday afternoon at John Meshaughlin’s farm in Beushvailey township. A heavy beam fell as he helped place it, crushing him and causing possible internal injuries. He is about 20 years old.

Guy McCormick Heshbon John Meshaughlin Beushvailey McCormick

Cane Presented to Attorney Leech by Mrs Watt

Attorney John M. Leech received a gold headed cane from Mrs. Mary Watt of Philadelphia. The cane once belonged to the late John Watt, and the gift honors the long friendship between the Leech and Watt families.

John M. Leech Town Mary Watt Philadelphia John Watt

New Home Contract Awarded for Hill Residence

Anothur New Home Kerr and Hovlinger builders win the contract for a ten room brick dwelling for William B Hill on South Sixth Street Twollck. The house will have modern conveniences and be built at once on a recently purchased lot. Additional weddings, page 3.

Kerr & Hovlinger William B. Hill Twollck Ma. Will Sixth Street

Teachers Picked for Johnstown Area Schools in Dash Week

Johnstown and surrounding townships announce new teaching appointments for the coming term. R McElhaney, Pratt Normal Institute alumnus, elected chair of drying and art at Johnstown High. several Misses from local towns named to posts in Conemaugh, Derry, Blairsville, Punxsutawney, and other schools.

Johnstown Sthoula Tudiana Amosu Dean R. McElhaney Town Pratt Normal Institute Brooklyn Johnstown Melhaney Indiana Margareth Smith Meadvale Ruth Adaly Lest Cypress Street Olive Buterbaugh Park Avenue Mollés Genlith 2 Street Maude H. Wray 1 Street Margaretsider Somerset Street Walbeck Heshbon Walnut Grove Tis Misa Elyse Shank Cherryhill Township Sarah Nugent Cherrytree Jennne Meleaters Rust Wheatfield Conemaugh Thomas S. Bracken Derry Station Beagleen Hillsdale Normal Carrie Brady Brookville Stig Clark Jeannette Binnie McConnaughey Marchand Lillian Wissinger Mt. Pleasant Township Westmoreland County Belie Dickie West

Embezzlement Charge Against Wilkinsburg Dealer

C Oliver Wachob a former resident of this place was arrested in Wilkinsburg on a charge of embezzlement and false pretense by Sheriff Taylor of Center county. He is a cattle dealer accused of deceiving farmers by selling livestock on commission and failing to remit proceeds, with about 12 informations filed for embezzling sums ranging from sixty to six hundred dollars. He resided here until a few years ago and had prior unsavory local dealings.

C. Oliver Wachob Wilkinsburg LL F. Taylor Center County Wachob Salineville

Deaths: James Rager of Burrell township 83

James Rager died Friday morning at 83 after long service with the Pennsylvania Railroad. He had been retired for some time and received a pension from Andrew Carnegie. He is survived by High wife, one son and four daughters.

James Rager Burrell Township Pennsylvania Railroad Company Andrew Carnegie

Local Obituaries and Accidents in Watuan and Montgomery

Nathan O. Phipys of Mall died after a two week illness aged 11. Survived by Oradi, Beroggy, George and Ruth. Interment in Burngee cemetery. Mrs. Eleci Vip Sgush of Ealing died aged 7. Interment in Poke dtun cemetery. A foreigner fell from a goal in Wilgue coal town, Montgomery township, dying instantly.

Nathan O. Phipys Mall Thin County Oradi Beroggy George Ruth Ie Burngee Eleci Vip Sgush Ealing Pple Wilgue Montgomery Township

Wedding notices and marriages from Penn Run area

Multiple notices announce weddings and engagements across the Penn Run region. Details include names of brides and grooms such as Aditi of Penn Run and Mev Wal Sproul, and J Murray Pierce with Emma Corrine Speedy, plus other local couples like Argyle Miller with Anna Fulton and John W. Daugherty with Hannah Brincker. The items note ceremony locations, officiants, attendants, and reception plans, with brief career and residence mentions of the participants.

Spectacular Monette Parade Lights Up Civic Celebration

A grand evening program unfolds with decorative displays, firemen exhibitions, and patriotic music led by the Monrih of July committee. The parade features a first official fancy pyrotechnic display, a large parade, and a formal plan to sponsor expenditures by the executive committee. A civic gathering will invite old soldiers and local groups to participate in the public demonstration.

Orzenis Mlywworks The Mires Marti Ural Mike Ares Monrih Bwah W. F. Wolling Wick Manors Asnortad Gales Rayolyine Cewiond Caynosdapas GunpatineUun Ngs Dteeskiaie Jbo Didelosiage Hihabis Ele Jowolel David Gallapade Hia Davies Erika Wpil Gmerald Bog Royal Yng le Venta Kndienty

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