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Newspaper

Indiana Progress

Location

Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1936

Page

5

Pneumonia Fatal 10 Leading Clymer Man

William E. Oakes longtime Clymer resident dies of pneumonia at Indiana hospital ending a life of carpentry and lumber work. Funeral at his home led by Rev Paul Trimpey with interment at Hendrick cemetery Cone maugh near Johnstown. Surviving are ten children and two sisters.

Paul Trimpey Clymer M B Hendrick Conemaugh Johnstown William E. Oakes Clymer Indiana Hospital John G Sarah (Kauffman) Oakes Blairsville Wichita Kana Lovejoy Cambria Lodge Williamsport Altoona Clifford Oakes Dixonville W. Earl, Carroll Frank Oakes Carrie Cramer Theodore Oakes Ralph Sharp Ligonier Bessie Coder Mederia Olive John Oakes Ida May Youngblood Indiana Oak Street Philip Scott Joanna (Hush) Youngblood Miss Youngblood Methodist Church of Indiana W. N. Wilson Struthers, O Lena Youngblood John 8 Youngblood Holt Hughes Greenwood Cemetery

Improvement of 10 Streets Approved by Borough Council

Borough Council passed an ordinance authorizing grading and curbing 10 streets in Indiana as part of the WPA program. Survey work by Borough Engineer BH Jones began this morning, with the borough supplying materials and the government providing labor.

Indiana Jones School Street 11Th 13Th Philadelphia Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Church White Township Indiana Fire Association Fourth and Philadelphia Streets

Real Estate Transfers Across Several Townships and Town

A series of property transfers reported includes Ira C Myers to Edith M Myers with 4 percent interest in 94 acres in Cherryhill township for 500 dollars, Sara J Hodge to Irwin J Shick for a Blairsville lot at 5500, First National Bank of Glen Campbell to Winifred Pennington for a Glen Campbell lot at 259.60, Russell M Evans to Stewart N Hutchinson for a West Wheatfield township tract at 1 dollar, Stewart N Hutchinson Jr to Lida R Evans for a West Wheat tract, Anna Lyons to Samuel Runzo for a Blairsville lot at 2585, William E Barrett to Adrian Realty Co for a West Mahoning township plot at 100, Ira H Gahagan to Adrian Realty Co for a West Mahoning plot at 200, Mary Elizabeth Walker to Clarence B Cunningham for a White township lot at 2200, Howard M Wells to C B Clark for two tracts in Canoe township at 3821, M and W Cooperative Gasoline and Oil Co to Socony Vacuum Oil Co Inc for a tract in White and Center townships and Indiana Borough at 8000.00.

Ira'c. Myers Edith M. Myers Cherryhill Sara J. Hodge Irwin J. Shick Blairaville First National Bank of Glen Campbell Winifred Pennington Russell M. Evans Stewart N. Hutchinson West Wheatfield Township Stewart N. Hutchinson, Jr Lida R. Evans C. B. Clark Canoe Township M. & W. ‘Co-operative Gasoline and Oil Co Socony Vacuum Oil &Co., Inc White and Center Township Indiana Borough

Lions Welcome New Member and Talk on Physical Education

Granville Snyder district superintendent of the American stores was welcomed into Lions Club membership at a Tuesday meeting. E. M. Sanders head of the physical education department at State Teachers College was guest speaker, stressing balanced physical and mental training for educating the nation’s youth.

Grasshoppers Said to Signal Spring Near Smicksburg

Mr and Mrs D W Black of West Mahoning township visited the county seat today reporting grasshoppers in the rear of their barn on Sunday March 1. The insects appeared lively in the warm sunshine and are viewed as the first authentic sign of spring after a lengthy winter.

Smicksburg Mra D. W. Black Weat Mahoning Township Black Vepore

Mrs. Josephine Flori Reappointed Court Interpreter

Mrs Josephine Flori of Ernest has been reappointed as court interpreter for Indiana County courts. She will be paid five dollars per day for days she attends court as directed by Judge Crepe, with the appointment made on Tuesday.

Josephine Flori Ernest Indiana County Crepe

Colgswan Critically Ill in Local Hospital

Colgswan of Young Township lies critically ill in Local Hospital. S. C. Coleman, a well known resident of Young Township, is also listed as critically ill in Indiana Hospital.

Colgswan Young Township S. C. Coleman Indiana Hospital

Lewis Becomes President of Savings & Trust Co Indiana

At a Saturday board meeting of the Savings & Trust Company of Indiana, I K Lewis was elected president succeeding the late John A Scott. Officers shifted with Har it Rankin becoming treasurer and Robert H Lewis named secretary and trust officer. The bank reports large deposits across savings and checking accounts and full FDIC protection.

I. EK. Lewis Savings & Trust Co The Savings & Trust Company Indiana Lewis John A. Scott Harit T. Rankin Robert H. Lewis Roy Stephens S. M. Jack J. Wilse McCartney Frank M. Duncan Teller Frank H. Beck Heath Clark John S. Fisher Robert M. Fisher M. Jack E. 0. Lewis C. M. Lingle A. J. Musser Elder Peeler J. R. Richards D. F. Rinn L. W. Robinson L. F. Sutter C. Gilbert Wolfenden Fisher & Ruddock United States

Patrons Mutual levies smallest assessment in history

The Patrons Mutual Fire Insurance Co assessment committee met Monday and levied a semi annual assessment of 1.00 per thousand dollars for six months from September 1, 1915 to March 1, 1916. The rate is the smallest the mutual has charged farmers in Indiana and Jefferson counties.

Patrons Mutual Company Patrons Mutual Fire Insurance Co Patrons Mutual Indiana Jefferson

Glen Campbell Woman Dies After Ice Fall Incident

Emma James aged resident of Glen Campbell died in Spangler hospital from complications after a fall on the ice near her home on February 25. She suffered a fracture of the left arm in the accident and passed away Tuesday night.

Glen Campbell Emma James Spangler Hospital

Homer City Boy Aims High In Pro Baseball Tryout

Homer City baseball hopeful James Davis, 21, six foot two and 176 pounds, seeks advancement with the New Orleans Pelicans in the Southern Association Class A league. He is the son of Mrs Thomas Clark Davis of Homerity and first played organized ball with the Isella team in 1931 in the BR and P league.

Homer City James Davis New Orleans New Orleans Pelicans Southern Association Jim Mra Thomas Clark Davis Homerity Isella

Testimonial Dinner Honors Harvey FP Carson in Balteburg

Nearly 2060 people attended a Monday evening testimonial dinner at Balteburg Presbyterian Church honoring Harry Foster Carson a prominent resident and Mason. Masonic friends acted as sponsors for the event.

Harvey FP Carson Balteburg Presbyterian Church Harry Foster Carson

Personal Briefs From Indiana Residents and Visitors

Local society notes list numerous residents and guests visiting in town or traveling to cities. People from Deckers Point Grant Street Atwood and beyond are shown in town for visits, University trips, Florida getaways, and family events. Relationships include spouses, children, and relatives, with mentions of subscriptions and hospital care.

Maple Sugar Season Near. Warm Weather Needed for Sap Flow

Harrisburg reports the maple sugar season is near as sap will flow with warm weather. The Department of Forests and Waters predicts a large yield if temperatures rise. A prolonged cold spell delayed openings this year, though veteran sugar manufacturers expect ample runs once flows commence.

Harrisburg Pennsylvania Department of Forests and Waters

Indiana County Tops County Liquor Sales In 1935

Indiana County recorded total liquor store sales of 204 747 06 for 1935, beating Jefferson County’s 148 391 79. Monthly highs came in November and December, with February the third busiest month. A separate report notes a Rossiter car crash on Route 36 near Punxsutawney where James Valamont escaped unharmed after a snowbank somersault.

Indiana County Jefferson County Indiana Rossiter James Valamont Paul Lewig Punxsutawney Lewis Yard Valamont

Snow removal bill for motorists in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania state officials report snow removal costs for the winter to date. Total expenditure to January 31 reaches 1,563,262 dollars with 1,846,648 motor vehicle registrations. second allocation of 1,680,000 dollars brings season total to 3,578,160 dollars. Over 800,000 men employed, nearly 600,000 from the department, rest WPA. Thomas Peeler notes 2,300 miles of roads under District 10, with 500,000 dollars spent in Indiana county and 116,500 dollars for snow removal there, plus 3,000 tons of ashes applied to roads.

Harrinburg State Department of Highways Pennsylvania Warren van Dyke Department WPA Thomas Peeler State Highway Department Rotary Club Indiana Peeler

Homer City Gets New Dial Telephone System

Homer City will switch to a dial telephone system at 10 o clock Wednesday March 4 after installation and testing by Bell Telephone officials. No complete number changes needed. users should consult the new directory for listings as lines transfer from the old magneto switchboard. Dial service has also been installed at Clymer.

Homer City William C. St. Clair Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania Clymer

Woman Accused of Slaying Newborn in Indiana

Mira Mary Cindric, an Indiana maid, is charged with murder after investigators say she delivered a baby, concealed it under her bed, and the infant died. Authorities report finger marks on the infant’s neck. she was hospitalized and later questioned.

Mira Mary Cindric Indiana Joaseph Maudie Melntire Dai Woods Kooger

March Grand Jury Returns First Proceedings in Creps Term

The March term opens with Judge B E Creps and District Attorney Edwin M Clark presiding. True bills are returned in most indictments as the grand jury reviews liquor law violations burglary and assault cases. The county seeks to vacate the old Twolick creek bridge in Clymer for a new structure. Leroy Gourley of Indiana is dismissed from the grand jury pool.

BH. EH. Creps Edwin M. Clark Old Bridge Clymer B. E. Crepa Creps Wm. M. Ruddock March Leroy Gourley Indiana Joe Bruno Walter H. Brown Martin Kristof Eva Krietoff Center Township Theresa Buznotti Burrell Township Steve Muchuga John GC Kinnan Blairsville R. D Donald Smith Sugar Grove Warren Co Joe Popich Dilltown Marratti Dias Rudy Bellos John Lobonsky White Frank Brash Beyer Pety

Higher Potato Prices Forecast for 1936 in Pennsylvania

Harrisburg March 8 potato prices for the 1936 Pennsylvania crop are expected to be slightly higher. Secretary of Agriculture J Hansell French announced after a Federal State analysis showing a general acreage reduction nationwide and a small surplus, which should lift Pennsylvania prices this year.

Harrisburg Pennsylvania J. Hansell French

Former Brushvalley Woman in Critical Condition

Miss Jennie Campbell aged 74 longtime Brushvalley resident is critically ill at the Vandergrift home of her sister Mrs Ellan Wilson. Known for years as operator of the Union Hours the only hotel in Brushvalley she sold her property last year and moved to Vandergrift. She has long been in failing health and recently fractured her left leg near the hip.

Brushvalley Vandergrift Jennie Campbell Ellan Wilson Campbell

Indi ana County Potato Growers to Inspect Grading Stations

Officers and directors of the Indiana County Potato Growers Association will visit the potato grading stations at Jennerstown and Berlin on Friday. They will inspect the grading system and the placement of potatoes in special containers for market sale. Mr and Mrs Leslie Househalger of town are in New York City.

Votate Growthes Somerset County Indiana County Potato Growers Association Jennerstown Berlin Leslie Househalger Town New York City

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George V. Kneedler Cherry Tree New York Central Railroad Company William Kneedler Sophia (Wingling) Kneedler Ma Kneedler Merrell Verne Loch Haven Ward Hleda Finkbiner Seward Robert Hugus Canes Township Pittsburgh Myrnie Ellenberger Hugus Sarah Hans George Hugus Forest Hugus Akron Lions Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Misa Emma Mumau Deckers Point William Cramer Grant Street Apending Donald McFarland Bucknell University James W. Mack North Sixth Street Harold C. Frick Dale Atwood Ray ‘Bock South Fifthtreet Youngstown Hmma J. Moose H. ®. Randolph Maryville Tetin Norman Frankenberg Wallace New Wilmington T. C. Burhenn Jeannette John M. Daugherty Church Street William G. Beck Joseph Buchanan Ashville North Carolina Dorothy McClaren Wilkinsburg H. Wallace Thomas West Washington Street Baine ‘Cochran E. E. Bundy Grant] Street Troutville William Hyatt W. W. Taylor William Ruddock North Ninth Street Florida Fred Kellam Fred Yale University Jas. W. Mack Josephine Aliee Simpson B. C. Walter Bruce Beverly Statesville N.C Harry Hinterleitner School ‘Street Howard B. Butterbaugh D. B. Taylor Thomas C. Brown Butterbaugh J. R. Campbell Resi|dent Parkwood Arthur Tidd Avonmore Milton Waltermire Heartwood D. A. McKee Cherry Trea Charles Young Sarah Riddle Anagene McCardle Westover McKee As & Progress Cora Webster George Dean Dilldown George Joseph Domen Homestead Frank Richardson Blacklick E. B. Creps Domen Richardson Center ‘Township Walter Clawson Near New Alexandria Misa Blanch Clawson Wilmer Clawson Mary Jane Clark J. Wood Clark Harry Luts Allegheny Cenunty Democratic Committee Permanent Registration Committee Indians County Street Railways Co BH. E. Creps Indiana County Street Hailways Co Creekside Bedine the Progress and Pittsburgh Post- Gazette KR. P Leroy Stigeman Hiomer City Lucha Mahaffey Jove Muralka Spiess Iselin Mary Adamson Aeaeees Jon Shafter Penn Rua Mabel McTayieh Clymer Earl Lydie Clymer Rose Keener Froesch Lockvale
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