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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1894
Page
1
The weekly session reviewed numerous cases from Armstrong and surrounding townships. Nancy Sheffler and Alexander Fresh faced verdicts on charges of desertion and adultery, respectively, while other matters included road viewers, rail, bridge placements, ejectment petitions, guardianships, and a divorce petition.
The record notes Darr testified the timber was not taken and no later contract was made with Hill. Cases include Dr Chas St Clair vs Maggie Wolf on an 1885 $100 note. defense argued statute of limitations and no post six year promise. Verdicts and settlements listed: D N Daugherty vs J H Hil et al. Heth Lowman vs W H Repine et al. Mrs T J Ritz vs Alex White verdict $2.40. A A Johnston vs Mary Berry. Wm Fair vs Archie Fowler. Chas McCoy vs D C Mack discontinued. L D Ross vs S E Dennison settled.
A seventeen year old son of Mr and Mrs Robt Dunwiddie of Pine Flats caused worry by wandering off after being entrusted $15. He checked into the West Indiana House as John Robinson, then after his mother arrived from a long drive back home persuaded him to return. He retained all but 2 75 of the money, spent at Stumpfs for a watch.
A freight train of thirty cars broke in three near Rugh station on the Indiana Branch about 5:30 pm. Engine and fifteen cars separated. five of the remaining fifteen derailed along with ten rear cars colliding into them. Three coal cars from Graceton mines damaged. a charcoal box car from Twolick wrecked. Track cleared by 11 pm. passenger service delayed until 11:30. New trucks fitted. coal cars sent to Blairsville shops for repairs.
Linnie Barnett, daughter of Samuel L. Barnett, North Point, was severely gored by a cow while milking in a field. She was thrown down and badly bruised, remaining in critical condition but improving slowly after the attack.
On Wednesday Evan D Williams of Kimmel was en route to school when his horse frightened and overturned the cart. He was thrown to the ground and fractured his right arm. Dr McCullough of Cockport treated him and reports he is progressing well.
John L. Stear of West Mahoning township cut his right knee last Wednesday while hewing timber with a broad ax. John C. Stear, also of the township, was making rails when he sustained a painful accident last week as a sharp ax blade slashed his right foot.
Mr. Lucas of Homer City suffered head and left shoulder injuries after losing his foothold and tumbling from a trestle at Guthrie's mines below Homer last Wednesday.
Rochester Milla resident Thomas Hurd was named Justice of the Peace by Governor Pattison last week. The vacancy arose after Robert Calderwood, elected to the post, failed to register for the office.
J.8&. McClements was arrested by Poligr Amith on Monday amid routine police activity. The fragmentary report provides no further context or charges.
Miss Annie Shields Davis and Mr. Robert Merton Ewing wed at the Normal Chapel with 500 guests. The ceremony featured a chorus wedding march, attended by bridesmaids from Manor Covode and Saltsbury, and guests from Pittsburg Greensburg Wilkinsburg and Colorado. The couple left for Wilkinsburg after a reception.
The Electric Light Company plans a larger plant to cut costs and expand power. It aims to move near or at a coal bank to lower fuel expenses, and hopes to erect a facility this fall capable of supplying 140 arc lamps and 2,200 incandescent lights.
Another runaway incident near Kline's store beside the depot led to a lady being thrown from a buggy as the horse scared by a train bolted into the railing. She escaped injury, though the event renews the push for a crossing searchman.
Marion Runyan, tied to multiple suits with Humane Agent Thompson for wife beating and non support, departed Thursday for unknown places. Rumor places his wife in Homer City while a daughter stays with Brother Elias Woods who calls him a disgrace to a respectable neighborhood.
Two daughters of Daniel Brickley in Twolick found three revolvers along a creek bank last week. The guns, belonging to George Parker of the same town, were discarded after Parker, who recently joined the Free Methodists opposing firearms, threw them away. Two of the revolvers were loaded.
R A Thompson arrives to prepare for a Coxeyite visit as the group plans stopovers at Blacklick June 26 Indiana June 27 Strongstown June 28 and expects an appearance in Pittsburg today.
Harry son of Daniel Keith of Grip suffered a severe blow when his head hit a moving buggy wheel while attempting to jump aboard. He lost two teeth and has a sore head, and was taken to the Reformatory. Sheriff Mack escorted Allen Beck and Michael Flynn to the Reformatory in Huntington after their Monday morning arrest for robbing freight cars at Blairsville, found guilty last week.
The Young Men's Christian Association will occupy the second story of the fort building opposite the Court House on Philadelphia street. The rooms will be furnished immediately.
A heavy storm Saturday in Indiana caused structural damage from lightning. T B Clark and Mrs Joseph Henry homes suffered chimney and property damage while Edward Landermilk’s house incurred damage as several trees were felled. J F Barnes residence escaped major harm though lightning burned a hole in carpet and scorched a shoe and clothing as Mrs Barnes stood at the kitchen sink near a cistern and pump.
About 500 spectators watched a tightly played afternoon game between Normal club and Kiskiminetas school until rain halted play at 4 00 p m with the score 2 2 After 4 innings Kiski led 2 0 before Normal tied it Involved players included Young Pounds McKethees Kime Earle for Normal and Rowand Altman Forgy for Kiski Umpires McCartney Matthews time 1 hour 3 minutes attendance 400.
Company D of the 113th Regiment Peemepts Volunteers reunites around the camp fire. Surviving comrades meet for a joyful gathering, recalling shared service and memories from their wartime days.
County Superintendent A M Mimers presents the annual report detailing a school year described as highly successful. Total enrollment reaches 11 242 with notable increases over the prior year. Gains are highlighted for districts including Ipseseme and West Wheatfield.
The Indiana Baptist Association held its sixth semi annual Sabbath School Convention at Pine Flats last week with broad representation from all association schools. E. M. Lydick and Dr. McCullough led discussions on teaching methods and social cultivation, Clarence Spicher on lessons, and E. W. Griffith on missions. M. A. Davis spoke on periodicals, Rev. A. B. Runyan offered study tips, and Miss Mincie Houk read an essay on the Ladies' Work in the Union. The event included devotional sessions, union activities, music, and discussions on engaging youth and men.
A. W. Wilson & Son, prominent dry goods merchants and grocers, announce major improvements. They will close out groceries and repair the store room, replacing the front with a plate glass frontage. The 1858 building shifts from trade to clothing and menswear needs for the growing retail area.
A number of members from Dixonville wrote the Spt Young People's Union Association Tacets at Toronto during July 19 to 22. Individuals from Dixonville can obtain the item by reaching out to him for details on how to attend.
A fragment notes Monday evening services and an address delivered by Rev. H. of New Parish. The text mentions a Le crane lan plaas body, but details are unclear. The readable portion highlights a concluding week event and a religious speaker.
A large 4th of July celebration at Willet features an engaging program to raise funds for Phumville fire victims. Proceeds go to those affected while attendees enjoy music and entertainment for a worthy cause.
A merry group from this place journeyed to Blacklick on Tuesday. They fished all day along the banks of the creek, with Misses Mary and Lottie Clark Rose Care Nell Stevenson Hope Stewart Olive Laughlin and Messrs. Joseph James Mack Ed Laughlin Robi Graham and Wallace Stewart in attendance.
Major and Mrs Hilton have taken The Gosford at Ocean Grove New Jersey during the summer month. Mr Hilton made hosts of friends while holding his series of meetings here last winter.
The ladies of the Presbyterian church will stage a festival in the G A R hall at Black Lick Thursday and Friday evenings this week serving ice cream strawberries and a general supper.
The Pepa Run creamery is receiving finishing touches this week and will begin operations next Monday, marking the start of production and local employment opportunities.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a church related matter at Fine Flats involving J. A. Pattemnos and property, with unclear names and associations. The readable fragments reference a church, a person named Pan, and a property issue, but several words are garbled, leaving the exact event ambiguous.
The 74th 61st and 148th Regiments will hold a pennsylvenia volunteers event at Smicksburg on August 21.
A number of men and their partners traveled from a near by town to Ederton on Saturday for a social visit. The group enjoyed a casual gathering and returned home by nightfall.
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