Indiana Progress notes fair week and local items
The Indiana Progress reports a successful fair week with large attendance and a record incubator operation at Homer City. Items include A B Patton selling over ten thousand ousters, a 600 foot test well at Homer City, church services changing to 7 pm, deaths of John Best and Mrs. Robert Gibson, and various local notices about commerce, politics, and personnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.B. Patton
Homer City
W. M. Cunningham's
Farmers’ Bank
Personal Brevities at Indiana County Fair and Nearby News
Rev N G Miller and family depart for Latrobe this week. Pittsburg visitor A Stewart attends the fair, as does Leechburg’s A R Kidd. Anna Long of Punxsutawney visits. Rev Brownlee heals slowly. Column lists many local residents at the fair, political speakers, visitors from Youngstown and Martins Ferry, and several town events including Epworth League and church notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. G. Miller
Latrobe
A. Stewart
Pittsburg
A. R. Kidd
Leechburg
Anna Long
Panxsutawney
Rev. Brownlee
Fair closes after grand exposition weekend
The fair ends after two days of crowds and praise with twenty thousand visitors on Thursday. Special trains brought many from across the state. hotels were full and some sleepers slept on floors. Receipts exceed $7,000 aiding debts from new grounds. managers receive high praise for the grounds and overall success.
Stolen Game Sparks Normal versus Three A’s clash
The Normal football team claims unfair treatment after a Saturday game with The Three A’s of Allegheny, alleging rotten refereeing and a stolen result. The Three A’s drew players from Washington Jefferson and Western University, and the Normal squad vows to win honors later in the season. Mrs. Ellen Edmiston of Cookport died after a long illness, cancer listed as the immediate cause. She was 56, a longtime Cookport Methodist worker, and buried there Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Three
A's
Allegheny
Allegheny City
A’s
Washington and Jefferson
Western University
Ellen Edmiston
Cockport
Edmiston
Green Township
Cambria County
Uockport
Eemiston
Cookport
Harried Flit: Fire destroys home and contents
Cyrus Bank Enquire of Montgomery township built a fine farm residence that burned last Saturday morning. The old building and most contents were consumed. They moved in haste and lost everything but now have a new house and furniture. No insurance covered the loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyrus Bank, Enq
Montgomery Township
Man Arrested for Liquor Sale at Fair Grounds
Last Friday police officer David Simpson arrested a man who gave the name John Brown from Westmorland County for selling liquor. Caught in the act with whisky in a horse stall, the suspect supplied customers while earning pay. He is jailed with a grim future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Simpson
Fair Grounds
John Brown
Westmoreland County
Mr. Simpson
Araple
Close Call Injures Montgomery Man Dragged by Drill
Last Thursday William Rankin of Montgomery township was moving a grain drill when the neck yoke brake failed. The horse bolted, dragging Rankin a distance and injuring him severely. He escaped immediate death, with painful but not dangerous wounds, and is recovering rapidly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Rankin
Montgomery Township
Death of Mrs Reuben D George in White township
Mrs Martha George widow of R D George died October 7 at the home of her son in law R M Allen White township three miles south of Indiana Interred Greenwood cemetery Sunday afternoon Born January 16 1835 She was a member of the M E church for forty four years and an earnest Christian. Remaining uncalled for at the Indiana Pa post office October 21 1892.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha George
R. D. George
R. M. Allen
White Township
Indiana
Greenwood Cemetery
Who Can Beat This Squirrel Hunt Record
Center township hunter Thomas Clawson surprised locals by bagging 208 squirrels 20 raccoons and one large hawk in a week long chase. The feat prompted challenges from nearby sportsmen as a test of endurance and skill in the field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Clawson
Blacklick Township
Thomas Clawson
Center Township
A Pleaant Reunion Family Gathering
A Pleaant family reunion was held recently bringing together relatives for a warm gathering. Attendees shared memories and enjoyed light refreshments while reconnecting after time apart.
Judge White Buys Timber in Indiana County Tract
Judge Harry White purchased pine timber from the four McCullough brothers of Green township for 19000 dollars in cash. The Homestead tract lies near Indiana and Clearfield counties with three years to remove the timber. The deal signals local business confidence and marks continued timber dealings by the McCullough family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry White
George
D.B
H.L
Samuel McCullough
McCullough Brothers
Green Township
Indiana
Clearfield
Gladstone
Judge White
Indiana County
McCullough
Cockport
David McCullough
Rev Alexander Vance Ordained at New York Ceremony
Rev Alexander Vance rector of Indiana and Blairsville parishes returned from New York where on Sunday October 2 he was ordained by Bishop Cortland Whitehead of the Pittsburg diocese. The ceremony at St Augustine chapel drew Rev Dr Kimber and others. Vance preached an excellent sermon that evening. Though with the Indiana and Blairsville charges less than a year, he earned wide esteem and is expected to strengthen both parishes under his leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John 8. Giler
Wils. Thompson
Plumcreek Township
Armstrong County
Harrisburg
Thompson
Alex. McCracken
U. S Navy
Chicago
Varsity
Arthur B. Camp
Eijeh £. Harris
Merk T. Leonard
Erie Avenue
Bixts-Flint Street
Camp
Cherrytree
Alexander Vance
Blairaville
New York City
Cortland Whitehead
Pittsburg
St.Augustines Protestant Episcopal Chapel
Trinity Parish
Kimber
Vanes
J. F. Ballantyne
C. Ott Arnold
Whitehead
Bonham
Vance
St. Augustine Chapel
Indiana
Blairsville
Unwelcome Visitor Sets Farm Field Ablaze
An unknown demented man started a large fire on A D Sutton’s farm two miles south of town last Friday. Sutton confronted the stranger who refused to leave and believed Satan resided among the trees. The man carried burning sticks into the woods fearing the devil, prompting Sutton to place a guard over his barn. He vanished near morning then reappeared Tuesday on the Homer road near Reed's Station, causing local alarm as the community prepared to bar the man from their farms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. D. Sutton
Mr. Sutton
Satan
Indiana
Marriage Licenses and local notices around Blairsville
The column lists marriage licenses issued since the last issue including Harvey Reed Blairsville Abe Innes Clearfield Minta McCall South Mahoning and others across Armstrong and Westmoreland counties. Also notes Hood’s Sarsaparilla health ad and details on a flour mill fire at France Bros South Mahoning township and a buggy wreck near Jacksonville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey W. Reed
Blairsville
Abe Innes
Gibert Harbridge
Clearfield
Minta McCall
South Mahoning
Harry T. Rosabaugh
Marion Center
Hettie Hunter
Marton
Henry Brendlin
West Wheatfield
Orf High Peewee
West Wheat
Lebanon
Maggie B. Sharp
West
Pimer Marsh
Urrell Township
Jennie Holby
Burrell Township
Austin J. Studies
Washington
Wales Washington
Elmer E. Willams
Green
Lottie M. Conrath
Burrell Two
Jobe Fettare
Burrell Lowe
Katie Clark
Robt. L. Clasr
Cambria Co
Mary E
Wheatfield Two
Isaac Warner
Jennie Stewar
Walter Forsh
Mary Richards
Local notes from Rood Bank and Omega areas
Community updates include Rev W F Shields visiting Missouri, new meat market opening on Maple Avenue, church repairs at St Simons and Jude’s, flagpole reception planned for October 14, Blairsville foundry underway, and a gas test well at Livermore with limited gas found. Family reunion gift chairs, anniversaries, travel, and local visits enrich towns of Elderton Blairsville and Cookport with social and business chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Shields
Missouri
Mesers
Iseman & Axe
Maple Avenue
St. Simons and Jude’s Church
East End
Blairsville
Conemaugh Gag Company
Livermore
James G. Shields
Lewisville
Bilver WiNna
Poisoned by Scrofula End Story of Miserable Lives
The article discusses scrofula as a hereditary disease caused by impure and insufficient blood. It explains the condition localizes in the lymphatics during fetal development when the body is composed of white tissues, highlighting the impact on unborn children.
Golden wedding celebrated at Cornelius Hutchison home
Invited guests gathered at Centerville Indiana county residence to honor Cornelius Hutchison and Cathrine Fry Hutchison on their fifty years of marriage. Fifty relatives attended as the couple reflected on past decades. gifts were exchanged and thanks given in a service led by Rev. Graham and Rev. Hamilton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelius Hutchison
Centerville
Indiana County
Indians County
Mr. Hutchison
Cathrine
Fry
David Gorman
Fay
H. Q. Graham
Homer City
Hutchison
Hamilton
Presbyterian Church
New Florence
Graham
Local Fashion Notes Highlight Fall Styles And Specials
A compact feature covers fall fashion trends and a special offer from a regional retailer. It notes new footwear and accessory lines, with emphasis on seasonal palettes and value discounts. Local shoppers are invited to visit stores for the limited time deal.
The Coast of Bohemia by Mr Howells
Mr Howells has given the title The Coast of Bohemia to his forthcoming novel of American girl life to be published in the Ladies Home Journal. He says the story is about the prettiest thing he has ever done.
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Indiana Progress
Frank Camp
Cherrstree
John Best
Deckers Point
Weck
Robert Gibson
Elderton
United States
P. Harkness
Crete
Hiram Sinchul
Rayne Township
Elmer Campbell
Sadie Dickie
Greensburg
James E. Coulter
Req
Coulter
Oliver Overdorf
Johnstown
Brushvalley
Mr. Ovedhorft
Jerry Keith
Grip
James A. White
West Indiana
J. B. Jackson
U.P
Morning Sun
Iowa
Sackeon
Conemaugh Presbytery
R. T. Mitchell
Philadelphia Inquirer
J. Archibald
Conemaugh Township
Jess Mitchell
Ron
Geo
W. Hood
Chas. Wagoner
Martin Ferry
Commissioner Cameron
Saltsburg
Ed Orr
W. G. Hare
David Hare
Philadelphia
Rev. Belsey
Geneva
Ohio
U. P
Simon Duonmire
Young Township
John P. Elkin
Middleburg
Snyder County
Chas. Moore
Wentaver
Clearfield County
J. M. Rodkey
Rokey
Purchase Line
Epworth League
M. E. Church
Winfield Scott Bondell
Youngstown
Geo. W. Hood
Thompson Carney
Pine Township
Progress Office
Sallie Derr
East Brady
J.C. McGregor
Sixth Street
Fred Zimmerman
Westover
Lizzie Lowman
Jeff
Meadville
Martha Mears
Lancaster
Kan
John Titterington
Mount Pleasant
Deckera Point
David Hill
Margaret
R. T. Longwell
Portage
D. W. Artley, Esq
BF. Marlin
Salina
Kansas
Mr. Marlin
Robt. Morris
Weat
Tndiana
John Burnside
Cannonsburg
Margaret Telford
West Levanon
S.J. Telford
Water Street
George Harvey
Miss Sadie ~Alters
Kate Gross
Haven Mill
Elk County
Mr. Harvey
B. B. Henshey
Bellwood
Blair County
T. J. M. Creps
Israel Creps
Levina Biddle
J. & Titterington
Agnes McConnell
Leonard McCune
Blick Station
Sisiter
Colsman Hebner
A. M. Jenkinson
G. Smith
Reuben D. George
Charles Benntt
Frank Ash
Elizabeth Clawson
Annie Ferrier
Lean Fullmer
Adam George
Clara Lydie
A. Lydick
Gannah O'Neil
G. W. Smith
Carrie A. Steffler
Neéelaon A. Warner
Abossom Woodwart
Jas
Hood
Michigan Sayings and Loan Association
Ihs
Pierce
Edmun
Michigan Association
France Bros
Mahoning Township
Georgeville
Thompson's
Orr Shields
Jacksonville
LRA
Mrs
Isreal Schrecongost
Bessie Barclay
J.C. Agey
J. 8. Sheeffer
M. A. Gibson
Hugh Rankin
Mr. Rankin
R. M. Mateer
James Hawk
York
James
Charles Rosborough
Eldertop
Plumville
George Taylor
Ligonier
Mr. A. Peffer
Apollo
D. Schrecongost
W. E. Allison
John Miller
Elly Martin
Dayton
Miles Putney
Pautneyville
W. E. Boyer
Josephine Stachul
Sidhday
Logicksburg
Olinger
Paul
Ethel
Minnie Lemon
Sheriff Lewis
Messrs
W. Lukehart
A. Shields
Jeannie McLain
OMEGA
Irwin Learn
Henry Learn
Alex. Leslie
Carrolltown
J. B. Miller
Glen Campbell
Maggie Cain Nee Fleming
Buffalo
N. Y
Separte
V. M. Cunningham
W. M. Cunningham’s
New England
Daugherty Bros . Druggists
W. M. Cunningham
James Fleming
Armstrong Township
D.C. Mack
J. G. Fi
Mie
W.M. Cunningham
V. M. Cunningham's
Court House
Gilphin McHerry
Oats
M. Cunningham
Shorea
V. V. M. Cunningham
V. Me. Cunningham's
Gokey
Lares
A. S. Cunninghi
F. J. Johnson
Pang
Mr. Howells
Otto
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