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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1918
Page
2
The notice lists cash in advance terms for subscriptions, showing one year at $1.50, six months at 75 cents, four months at 50 cents, and three months at 25 cents. It notes all papers stop at expiration if not renewed and records filing details from the Indiana Post Office.
The Allied terms for Germany’s surrender promise a definite end to the war with peace preceded by German compliance and strict control to prevent upheaval. Clause by clause, the agreement limits German powers, enforces order, and bars resumption of hostilities, while the empire remains bound by compelled adherence and postwar arrangements. Mourning brassards are offered by the Red Cross for families of fallen soldiers and sailors, provided at cost to others, with limited support for widows and parents through civilian relief committees.
Henry Lukelart of Clambersville reports a carrier pigeon arriving at his farm on Saturday night. The bird bears a silver leg band inscribed I, B. vesd-d, suggesting possible ownership or origin and prompting a search for the rightful keeper.
Strongstown area brief with illness reports and social visits. Mentions influenza cases, one fatal, plus residents visiting relatives, farm activity, school openings, and local transfers. Includes mentions of Walter Jeffries ill in Indiana and various neighbors attending calls, teasers of community life amid outbreak.
Churrybill Township reports many residents visiting relatives and hosting guests across nearby towns. influenza cases rise with hospital forty patients and several at home. Joe Ross dies in Penn Mary hospital from influenza. Charles Langham killed in France.
Miss Mootyn Sproull of Pittsburg spent a weekend with Rev. and Mrs. W. J. Sproull. Dan Ympfield of Johnstown hunted rabbits locally. Pawi Dick of the U S Navy has a short furlough with parents Mr. and Mrs. G. Uh Dick. Mrs. Robert Pelix of Philadelphia visits her sister Mrs. A. Af. Stewart. O W. Parkhart and family visited H. W. Burkhart of Vandergrift on Sunday. Miss Anna Knabh and Miss Ana Mowler were Indiana callers Tuesday.
Miss Viola Bulerhbaugh and Miss Hamilten of Dixonville were among a group visiting Miss Wolen Bare. Schools reopened after influenza closures. Mrs Wasbarkens’s daughters Ina and Margaret assisted Mrs Jarvey of Millville. Nellie Bare took a trip to Clymer. Town reports note two influenza cases and condolences to the family of Thomas Wiggins.
Harrisburg reports the influenza epidemic has claimed over 35 000 lives in Pennsylvania and health officials warn convalescents face relapse and heart complications if they resume activity too soon. Dr Franklin Joyner urges gradual return, noting many lack physicians during recovery and that premature exertion risks sudden heart failure and pneumonia.
The note warns that any alcohol or excessive dissipation is dangerous during convalescence. Nourishing food, ample rest, and frequent reclining position are urged as the best path to a full, lasting recovery without further organ damage. Community updates mention visits by Mr and Mrs Clark Keith and other locals, and news of Jessie Patterson's death in Pittsburgh.
A group from Green township gathered at J Barr's home last week to harvest his potato crop while he served as Liberty Loan committee chairman. With the crop tended, patrons learn McCall's Magazine price rose to 1.00 yearly and the Progress clubbing rate for the magazine and paper now costs 2.25 yearly, effective November 1.
Classified notice policy outlines insertion charges of one cent per four word segment. Notices must be prepaid with cash and a copy. Each initial or numeral counts as a word. No accounts opened for small amounts.
J N Banks administrator's notice for A Judson Purman estate Homer City readies claims and debts for settlement The Savings & Trust Company of Indiana TA administrator Also Bay Viewings Trust Company of Indiana stockholders meeting scheduled November 14 1918 at 11:60 a m to elect five directors for three years Secretary E Lewile
Peclot and Fell, Attorneys, announce letters testamentary on the estate of Robert Henry, late of Young township, deceased. Those with claims must present them duly authenticated for settlement, and debtors must make prompt payment. Alfred Henry, Executor. Salisbury, PA.
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