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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1895
Page
4
Admission is one cent for youths and a dollar for adults with a seven dollar annual pass offered. The article covers expectations for the Indiana County fair, promises from officials, and emphasizes local participation. It also notes the U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down the income tax as unconstitutional, with refunds expected for taxpayers.
A fragment from a historical column compares early rivals for leadership to a biblical dispute over greatness. It notes a lingering spirit of rivalry among Republicans in Indiana county and questions why some seek the chairman role beyond salary, echoing the perennial query Who shall be greatest.
A letter writers urge county school directors to convene and press Senator Mitchell and lawmakers for a broad education appropriation amid compulsory schooling. They argue consolidation of two boroughs could boost high school quality, sewerage projects, and property values, while temperance advocates call for stronger anti license action and voter participation to curb the liquor trade.
The highest cash price will be paid for a limited amount of good poplar lumber. Inquire at the PROGRESS office or address "M" in care of this office.
Dr T F Klages Armagh visited Tuesday Peter Garman attended court at Clearfield last week Mrs Noah Lolir guest Greensburg Friday Prothonotarys Clerk W Calhoun Sabbath visitor Pitt Mrs John G Cameron West Indiana visiting eye in Cherrytree Numerous locals and visitors stop by the Progress office for chats and calls including Rev J G Carson J Hyle and others on various business and church duties across Blairsville West Indiana and surrounding towns
Misses Crissie Cameron and Nora Lockard leave for Derry to represent the Epworth League of the M. E. church at the Blairsville District Convention opening this evening. Rev. David Stewart of Arkansas City, Kan., visits Blairsville to attend the General Assembly in Pittsburgh and preaches at the local Presbyterian church.
Rev Henshey preaches at Lowry school house next Sunday at 4 pm. Communion in M E church on Sabbath. Eight join church including Mrs Charles Slaysman of Blairsville. Liberty party legacy paper Oct 22 1845 noted. West Indiana Athletic Association beats foundry nine 18 to 16 on Normal grounds. R A Thompson calls July 4 state convention at Williamsport for State Treasurer. Wm Fenton and Miss Nedwina Gibson wed at Presbyterian manse. David Stimson accuses Milton Lohr of larceny. bail posted after bail. Judge White visits with Senator Quay in Beaver. no McKinley or Allison names discussed.
At a May 20 1895 meeting the Indiana Borough School Board formally protested any cut in state school funding as ill advised and wrong. They urged their legislators to oppose reductions and requested copies of the resolution be sent to Senator Mitchell Hon John McGaughey Hon Noah Seanor and the county newspapers. J T Bell secretary.
A fragmented OCR item lists names and places including W Howard Graham and J N Cunningham Banks in Conemaugh and Indiana districts. Mentions Emma Wasbinder, George Fisher, Grace M Hodge, Amanda Lewis, and George W Craighead with ties to Glen Campbell and Greensburg Washington township.
Mr D B Young and Miss Florence Blair of Hyndman Bedford county were married at the bride’s parents home on May 9. The groom formerly lived in the county and is a brother of Mr J T Young a merchant at Clarksburg.
The former pastor Rev M B Telford will lead a series of meetings at the place from May 28 to June 9 with communion. Services are scheduled every evening at 7 30 PM and a cordial invitation is extended to all.
The Rev James Bracken D D a long serving Methodist minister died at his home in Allegheny on Wednesday aged 62 after cancer and blood poisoning. He led Union Methodist Church for three years and earlier served as presiding elder for nine years and pastored in Blairsville Elderton Homer City and Livermore during the sixties. Born near Armagh he was son of Rev William Bracken. He leaves a wife and three children.
Mrs Mary B Post dies at her daughter Mrs John W Suttons home on Sixth street after five years invalidism aged 72. Funeral Thursday at home with Rev Vance. burial in Louisville. J P Smith of near Elders Ridge dies aged about 45 from kidney trouble. once pillar of Elders Ridge academy and a Saltsburg Bank director. Interment Monday. survived by three brothers and three sisters. John W Graham, son of S C Graham Buffington township, dies at 24 from consumption. M E church Strongstown. burial at McCartney graveyard.
Bertha Wim. Orner of Pine township died Monday from consumption at age fourteen. She belonged to the Lutheran church at Stronestown and her remains were interred there on Tuesday.
On May 15 to May 17 transfers are recorded: J. L. Neil to Mary C. Neil 12 acres in Blacklick for 2000. E. C. Blose to Sara A. Blose 72 acres in West Mahoning for 2000. Francis Elkin heirs to Sara A. Blose 125 acres in West Mahoning for 1757. J. N. Liggett to George Ruffner two Centerville lots for 65. George Ruffner to George W. Beale Center ville lots for 60. May 16 transfers include Thomas Lowman to Lewis M. Thomas a West Indiana lot for 100. Thomas Duke et al to Lewis M. Thomas a West Indiana lot for 0. Azariah Dunham to James C. Dill a Dilltown lot for 165. Wm. McKinley a White township lot to Linda Wynne for 100. I. W. Wilson to Lottie Jacoby a West Indiana lot for 200. May 17 transfers list Samuel Brown 20 acres in Washington to D. C. Mitchell for 600. C. D. Gallagher 17 acres in Washington to A. M. Gallagher for 475. Ida M. Smith a Clark sburg lot to Emma M. Pearce for 375. John C. Neil 23 acres in Banks to F. C. Lang for 1.00.
Mr. Jacob Kring of Cookport reports losing a new red pocketbook containing twenty one dollars on Saturday while hauling lumber between Smithport and Get tysburg. He believes the purse slipped from his pocket during the outing and asks the finder to return it to this office for a liberal reward.
All ladies willing to help make wreaths are asked to meet at the Armory in Carpenter alley next Wednesday at 1 o’clock in the afternoon. Flowers are earnestly solicited for the occasion. John H. Hity, Com.
Mr Henry R Door and Miss Clara Lucas both of Washington township married at the bride’s parents home Rev Hutchison pastor of the Lutheran church at Willet officiated the ceremony.
The examinations for teachers permanent certificates will be held in the Indiana public school building on Friday and Saturday May 31 and June 1. All applicants must come with papers properly filled out. Cum m itter.
Mrs. Maggie Hazlett proprietor of the Jacksonville hotel will host an ice cream supper next Saturday evening May 25. The event offers a pleasant drive for Indiana youths and their help would aid a worthy lady.
The State Superintendent Shaffer has prepared the examination list for the State Normal School. Indiana Normal’s exam date is set for Wednesday June 25. Deputy Superintendent Stewart will serve as one of the examiners.
Mr Charles McCoy bought a lot just east of the gas house on Philadelphia street from Dr McCullough of Cookport for 300 dollars. He has begun building a house that will be finished this summer.
Arrangements are being made by local young people for a ball to be held in July in honor of visitors attending the Normal School commencement. Sweet potato plants are available at Kline's.
On May 14 1895 Reverend L Hay united Clinton B Buchanan and Kate M Wallace in marriage in a formal ceremony. The record notes the couple and officiating clergyman with no additional ceremonial details.
In a period of hard times the store claims prices are at historic lows and urges readers to buy for present needs. The message promotes their various product lines and suggests the tide has turned in favor of consumer spending.
Retail ad notes new Wash and Silk and Wool apparel in many patterns and colors offered at low prices for hot weather wear. Describes up to date styles and broad selection. Continuous promotional tone emphasizes desirable goods and savings.
Ready made wrappers and suits are selling much better than expected and purchases have doubled. Prices range from $1.00 up to $12.00. Separates skirts in crepon and serge cost from $3.50 to $6.50.
A new lot of laundered shirt waists described as perfect in style and fit. The advertisement highlights quality and current fashion appeal.
A vintage ad touts John Kelly Fine Shoes for Ladies promising style and comfort with long wear. It lists prices from 2.00 to 4.00 dollars for various Oxford models and celebratory footwear options.
A local ad showcases children’s washable suits in every style and fit. The line emphasizes fashionable, well-fitting garments described as very nobby and ideal for purchase.
Shop advertises current hat shapes and styles for young men with straw hats praised for quick turnover. Promotions highlight straw hats offered at a 2:40 speed pace, implying rapid pricing or stock turnover.
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