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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1895
Page
1
The judges finished examining every ballot in the contest for the judicial bench baggage of votes. They remain at work behind closed doors with no definite completion date. The last bundle was taken to the jail, and further decisions may prompt a tribunal return.
Younkin, a piano tuner from Marion Center and Villmville, tried to steal a 475 piano last week in Armstrong county. He visited Elderton and offered to lift a piano at the station, forging an order signed by Worch Bros. of Johnstown. Hunger retrieved the piano and returned it, while Younkin remains at large, having set up a sham store in Johnstown.
A young man, male Denning, son of Chas Denning of White township, was accidentally shot in Brilhart's jewelry store Saturday noon. Gary Brilhart, a clerk, showed a revolver. it discharged when a hammer was raised. The bullet hit the abdomen, buried under flesh. Dr Davis extracted the bullet and the man returned to work soon after.
A large barn owned by Mr. Washington McLaughlin near Atwood, just over the Indiana county line, burned Wednesday evening. Investigators say an incendiary released cattle and tied horses before setting the building alight. Fresh wagon tracks were found nearby, suggesting an in and out escape. The barn was insured for 90 dollars with the South Bend Township Mutual Fire Insurance Company.
An effort to establish a White township creamery near the borough failed after a month of canvassing farmers for stock. Aimed at raising 3200 dollars, the drive secured only 2500 dollars and the plan was abandoned.
Pension Agent Frank Donuhugh secured higher monthly pensions for several local veterans. Adam Keith of Martintown now receives 14 dollars per month for service in Co. D, 115th P W Inf. George Snyder of West Indiana drew eight dollars after a 4 dollar monthly increase and served in Co. FE, 177th Y V Inf. W. H. B. Shankle of Trade City was granted twelve dollars per month last week.
Mrs Sara Lydick testified before Squire Fenton Monday accusing David Lydick of assault and battery and threat to take her life. She says he abused her Saturday night and would have killed her if neighbors had not intervened. Constable Wettling arrested Lydick the same day and jailed him.
In this place rumors allege several stores stay open on the Sabbath and conduct business at certain hours. The matter is being investigated by several residents amid growing discussion.
Mrs Joseph Houstons parlors became a scene of mirth as the Women's Relief Corps entertained their husbands and friends with songs and war reminiscences. Refreshments filled with fruit sandwiches peaches plums pickles cake and coffee ended a cheerful social evening before departures.
The County W C T U executive committee met in Mrs. M A Sutton s library with four members present from Blairsville and Indiana. They scheduled the county convention for late August or early September in Richmond, elected Luella Leasure to assist with music and recitations, and planned to report from the Philadelphia state convention led by Mrs W L Buchanan. A School of Methods will be held at Ridgeview Park August 14 and 15 with Dr Anna Shaw as lecturer. The group urged unity against licensing and warned that division aids the opposition in a temperance struggle.
Mr. Fred Weigle, manager of the Drummer Boy of Shiloh, telephoned from Dawson Fayette county to request Geo Feit of this place play Frank Rutledge. Feit previously excelled in the role but circumstances prevent his assist at this time.
The Ladies Missionary Society of the Kittanning Presbytery meets at Leechburg May 5 and 6. Mrs. C. E. Barr will go as representative of foreign work and Mrs. Eva G. Thompson as delegate of home mission society. Elected delegates should send their names to Mrs. Margaret Parr, Leechburg, Pa.
Musical rooms run Friday and Saturday with Prof Wittick showcasing the A B Chase piano. The instrument is regarded as leading among pianos, and Work and Young have installed several in local homes across the county.
Mr Charles Brady of Chambersville caught a German carp in Crooked creek on Friday. The two foot three inch fish weighed twelve pounds and is believed to have escaped a fish pond during spring floods.
Mr J L Orr, a timber cutter in Blacklick township, purchased the Long tract comprising about forty acres of oak timber in the same neighborhood and plans to relocate his mill there.
Dogs mauled the flock of M. H. Henry in Young township on Thursday night, killing one sheep and injuring two others. This marks the third dog attack on his sheep within six months.
In Business at Kittanning. Mr. Guy Hollister, son of Mr. L. A. Hollister, recently returned from Colorado, has opened a general store in the Reynolds block.
A number of trees were planted at Ferguson school house No 11 in White township on Friday. The school directors and a number of citizens were present.
In Young township on Sabbath night John L. Ashbaugh, a 70 year old miller and long time church elder in Clarksburg, died in his sleep likely from heart disease. He leaves a wife and seven children including Elmer, Mrs Theodore Marshall, Mrs Edward Ringer, Frank, Albert, Thomas, and Miss Friday. Funeral today at Ebenezer led by Dr. D J Irwin. interment in Clarksburg. Ex-Prothonotary Albert C Boyle dies in Chicago at 51.
Miss Ida Bell Carroll died at her home in Pittsburg on Monday from consumption at age 27. She was a daughter of the late Mr. Carroll who lived here years ago and died at Johnstown a year ago. She was a brother of E. B. Carroll, well known here. Interment takes place at Johnstown today.
Mrs Christena Walters died at her home in South Fork on Friday from paralysis at age 66. She left three sons and three daughters. A sister of Commissioner Adam Black, she belonged to the Lutheran church at South Fork and was buried there on Sabbath.
Dr. D T Evans of Bremen Ohio died Saturday aged 85. He was the father of James Evans of Railroad avenue. His remains were interred there on Monday.
Mrs John Galentine of near Smicksburg died Friday from consumption at about 25 years old. She leaves a husband and one child.
Miss M M Elder of Elders Ridge in this county won first prize in the Pittsburg Times story contest for The Bride of a Day. The $500 prize was divided as no perfect solution was found. Elder received $150 for the most correct account of the mystery. She graduated from State Normal School in 1890 and teaches at Blairsville Seminary.
A pleasant social event was held at the American House Tuesday night by Co. F N G P for the cast of The Drummer Boy of Shiloh. Vacant Chairs marked the absence of Dear Uncle Joe and Villain G. J. Felt, who could not attend. Music and dancing followed a superior repast prepared by Landlord Earhart, lasting until 1 a m.
The home of Theo Jennings above Upper Twolick in White township was destroyed by fire on Tuesday of last week. The blaze started from a defective flue and the building burned while Mr Jennings was away. The concern was reported by neighbors and the cause is under investigation.
An eager crowd gathered Monday afternoon on the grounds to witness the opening game of ball between Normal and Greensburg. Normal won 16 to 15 after a late rally with several errors, Williams pitching well for Normal and Smith starting for Greensburg. The score and key hits by Gourley Kinsel Campbell Williams St. Clair are noted, along with inning details and time of game.
A long wedding report from the county recounts several ceremonies. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Wilhelm near Chambersville on Thursday evening their two daughters were married in a double ceremony witnessed by about fifty guests. Dr. J. H. Peterman and Frank R. Getty wed Jennie Wilhelm and Melissa Wilhelm with Rev. A. T. Bell officiating. Attendants included Everett G. Wilhelm and Annie Getty, with Dr. Wm. G. Morrow and Ella Johnston assisting. A supper followed and social amusements concluded the evening. The following day a reception was held at the Peterman home. Earlier in the week, C. J. Wingard and Sara M. Hazlet married at the Indiana House parlors with Rev. J. D. Brownlee officiating. Later, Wm. Hile and Annie Snyder planned a quiet ceremony at the Snyder home with Rev. Hay officiating and about thirty-five guests. Another marriage occurred Tuesday at the First United Presbyterian parsonage, J. Knox Carmey and Ella Allison, both well known locally. R. H. Clark married Hattie L. Fry at the Fry home with Rev. Hutchison presiding.
Mr. C. H. Park and Miss Hattie Fry of Washington township were married on Thursday by Rev. Lewis Hay of this place.
A. W. Wilson & Son lure buyers with lace curtains carpets and fabrics. W. M. Cunningham offers six guide posts for shoppers. J. C. Wallace & Son promote new dry goods at the old Marshall & Kline site. Loughry Co announces ready to wear ladies wear. Stumpf & Son boast vast stock of carpets clothing hats and more. Pennington urges cash savings on ready made wear. Groft buys Salisbury marble and granite earner A J Beck. A. S. Cunningham touts lace curtains quilts and summer hats. A. Glenn promises farmer reading material.
The students from West Indiana schools spent Friday afternoon in a holiday event. Pet students joined by the principal joined a woodland lunch with pupils from rooms 1 through 4. Teachers served as chaperones during the outing in White's woods.
Mail Agent W. J. Gompens of Sis pines completed the annual examination with a total score of 2016 past offices. Gompens achieved 100 of 100 in his own duties. Lone McConnell, chief of Ce ee ad vice, complimented him highly.
A traveler describes climbing the Campanile in Venice to a 323 foot height, noting the noontime bell, views of the Adriatic and city canals, and pigeons in St. Mark’s Square. The visit continues to the Ducal Palace with marble halls, statues, and Tintoretto’s Paradise.
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