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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1919
Page
4
A groggy passenger on an Ilindly line rides a drunken stupor as the conductor demands a ticket. After repeated admonitions and a rough collar shake, the traveler reveals no ticket and steps off at the next stop, claiming he isn’t going far anyhow.
Maj. Gen. Charles A. Clement describes a Verdun fort with reinforced concrete extending underground and ventilated air in its hospital. Despite bombardment by Germans, the French did not abandon the underground defense, building a strong subterranean refuge. The fort is likened to an anthracite coal mine in appearance and air quality, illustrating French engineering during the Verdun defense.
In historic overland stages the express messenger kept a shotgun ready on his knees beside the driver. Modern motor supply wagons now use armed guards on the box, with each side housing deep leather holsters carrying four repeating carbines.
In Dhunend cave Newton county Arkinsis of the Osiris, stalactites from the roof form a musical tone described as sweet by visitors. The Devils Organ name honors this natural marvel. Mamond cave near Jasper extends about three miles explored, with mounds suggesting ancient Indian burials. Farther, in Qoorneobe Newton county, settlers found large heaps of corgeobs with no local coinage.
Workmen tearing down the West house at Sandusky uncovered a rosewood case from twenty years ago. It was hidden in a banquet hall pit beneath a newly laid dining room floor. The instrument inside is well preserved.
In a playful scene Mrs Brown reads as Mr Brown explains a baffling instruction in whist. He suggests it points to the pest behind the chair who notes players errors, leaving Mrs Brown puzzled and amused at the quirky phrase.
John H Pierce attorney announces executors notes for W G Snyder late of Washington township with probate granted and claims to present for settlement. Laura B Groft administratrix notice lists Center township Homer City Pa with claims to be presented and debts settled.
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