Local correspondence from Punxsutawney area items
Local notes report frequent visits by area residents and visitors from Indiana Philipsburg and Brookville. Mentions include Tarrett at Indiana Jennie Robinson visiting Punxsutawney and J B Weir in Brookville. School reports show attendance figures and upcoming lectures by Rev M M Sweeny on Cranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarrett
Indiana
Jennie Robinson
Punxsutawney Tiends
James Crawford
Irisburg
Local notices and health updates from the region
Mrs Cal George has erysipelas while Mr C M Ewing is recovering. Mrs Lottie George of Shelets stays with Mrs Dr C as Mrs Mary Moorhead is seriously ill with lung disease. Mr and Mrs H A Kells spent Sabbath in Westmoreland. Young township teachers plan an institute late November. W C Holstein welcomed a nine pound baby. Mrs J A Klingensmith and Saltsburg guests visit relatives. Nannie George recovers from congestion of the langs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cal. George
C. M. Ewing
Lottie George
Shelets
Dr. C
Mary Moorhead
H. A. Kells
Westmoreland County
W. C. Holstein
J. A. Klingensmith
Saltsburg
Rutter
Nannie
BR. L. George
Stonework Nears Finish on Twolick and Big Dam Bridges
The county bridges at Twolick and Big Dam are nearing completion. Mr. and Mrs. Wm Parry plan a winter in Cockport with their niece Mrs 8 McCoy. Wm H Parry recently had facial surgery and now suffers a puzzling rib condition. He may return to Philadelphia for another operation. Mrs P J Arthurs visits New York City for extended sojourn, 30 years since last, staying with the Thornton family of Pine Flat. Mr Arthurs to join next month, plans to stay through the holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twolick
Big Dam
Wm. Parry
Cockport
8. McCoy
Wm. H. Parry
Philadelphia
P. J. Arthurs
New York City
Thornton Family
Pine Flat
Mr. Arthurs
Local Visitors and Sickness Report From Johnstown
Mr John Wagner visited Johnstown recently while Mrs Hester Dick called on friends in Johnstown last week. John Piper of Cokeville was a recent township visitor. Olive Gamble is on the sick list. Will Kline and sister Alice suffer typhoid fever. Edna Bennett, hurt at Washington school, has recovered. Joseph Mack and son Roscoe of Derry were guests of West Wheatfield friends last week. Wm Mack left for East Liverpool Ohio to stay through winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hester Dick
Johnstown
John Piper
Cokeville
Olive Gamble
G. F. Gamble
Will Kline
Alice
Edna Bennett
Washington School
Joseph Mack
Roscoe
Derry
West Wheatfield
Wm. Mack
East Liverpool
Ohio
Local Notices From Marion Center and Surrounding Areas
Mr. Z T Ritchey visited Marion Center on Monday. Harry Hartman begins work for William Frederick. McKee Stiteler in the hawker business. George Ritchey employed at Marion Center by John McCormick. Dogs killed four sheep and wounded three for H C Dodson last week. Willis Smith and Schreckengost visited Squire Walker. Mr and Mrs J G Walker visited friends at Templeton Armstrong County last week. Mrs A M Gulagan of Guffey Mekiean County is guest of her parents, Mr and Mrs J G Walker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Z. T. Ritchey
Marion Center
Harry Hartman
William Frederick
McKee Stiteler
George Ritchey
John McCormick
H. C. Dodson
Willis Smith
Mr. Schreckengost
Squire Walker
J. G. Walker
Templeton
Armstrong County
Local News Bits From Blairsville and Surrounding Areas
Jno Paul of Blairsville visited friends here last Saturday. H V Piper and family moved to Troy Hill Allegheny last week. Mr Gee Yohe of Fast End Dittsburg visited here Teast Week. Mrs Mimi Bridges of Johnstown visits Wim Risinger family. Mr Gill Sutton of Wintondale spent Sunday with his parents. Ira Kerr, a box factory worker, had four whites of his right hand smashed shifting a belt. Paul Reed and Urban Barclay returned home after a three months term at a medical school in Lebanon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jno
Paul Reed
Urban Barclay
Lebanon
First teachers institute of North Ma honing township
The first teachers institute of North Ma honing township will be held at Covode on Friday evening and Saturday. Rev. Brickley has closed his evangelical meetings. George Lyke, an aged citizen of Canoe township, is on the sick list.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teachers’ Institute
North Mahoning Township
Covode
Brickley
George Lyke
Canoe Township
Public Notice of Lost Ring and Sale of Estate Property
An ear ring with a black bead and pearl is left at the PROGRESS office and can be recovered by visiting the office and paying for this notice. The personal property of James M Campbell, deceased, will be offered at public sale at his late Cherryhill township residence on Saturday November 2 at 12 o clock. Cabinets offered at Smith's photo shop for $1.50 per dozen, cheaper than $3 per dozen elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James M. Campbell
Cherryhill Township
Smith’s
Smith
Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Promises Health Reform
A health tonic extols strong organs and liver function as the key to wellness. It warns against minor ailments escalating and claims the remedy purges poisons, improves blood, and builds firm flesh, with emphasis on moderate use and broad health benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Pierce
Monument Erected in Oakland Cemetery by Bruce Family
One of the neatest and most artistic monuments is being erected in Oakland Cemetery by the children of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Bruce over their parents graves. The rustic barrio granite stone shows fine workmanship by K. E. Young of this place and is the most handsome piece to come from his shop in some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakland
J. H. Bruce
K. E. Young
Mrs Susan Duncan S knitting services in Beatty home
Mrs Susan Duncan offers knitting in the residence of William A Beatty near Mas McFarland's Third Street Third Ward. She advertises reasonable charges and satisfactory work from October 22 to October 30. Listed names include H Seanor with livestock and Harry Bryan with boys to Lansdale, and W E Blaney with horses to Petersburg Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Duncan
William A. Beatty
Mas. McFarland’s
Third Street
Third Ward
H. Seanor
Barto
Harry Bryan
Lansdale
W. E.blaney
Petersburg
Highest cash price for poplar lumber delivered here
Inquire or address E care of the PROGRESS for the current top cash price paid for poplar lumber delivered at this place.
Steamer Laurada Reports Cuban Arrivals and Ammunition
Kingston reports the Laurada encountered two Cuban boats outside the bay carrying 34 men who boarded then disembarked off Cuba. The steamer also met two more boats with 82 cases of ammunition taken aboard and unloaded off Guantánamo. Rev Morgan M. Sheedy, formerly pastor of St Mary of Mercy, is recommended for the bishopric vacancy in the Diocese of Danvers, with Cardinal Gibbons and Archbishop Ireland supporting him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingston
Jamaica
Hughes
New York
Bayin
Cuba
Guantanamos
Phrrist RG
Morgan M. Bheedy
St. Mary of Iercy
Altoona
Bshop Matz
Danver
Father Sheedy
Cardinal Gibbons
Ireland
Rome
Little Chloe Kelly Dies at Nine
On October 16 1895 Chloe daughter of Mr and Mrs Joni Kelly died at age 9 years 5 months. The poem speaks of two little buds gone and a family home now vacant. Also a cabinet photos advertisement notes Smith offers best finish photos at 1.50 per dozen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chloe
Joni Kelly
Mitenelis Mills
Market Report from Pittsburgh Area Plains and Mills
Market reports corrected weekly by Mack Ray and Wilson Rowe Hetrick list produce prices for butter eggs lard tallow chickens turkeys ducks hams cabbage apples and more. Grain flour wheat corn oats hay butter cheese eggs poultry and livestock prices are provided for East Liberty and Pittsburgh areas with cattle hogs sheep and lambs quotes and receipts noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mack & Ray
Wilson, Rowe & Hetrick
New Indiana Flouring Mills
Pittseurg
Dianne
Timothy
Elgin Creamery
Ohio Fancy Creamery
Ohio
New York
New
Mclmberger
Wisconsin
Winter Clothing Demand Urges Readiness for Weather Changes
Wilson & Son advises customers to prepare for November’s rapid shifts from heat to cold. The note urges stocking winter clothing, ladies' coats, and underwear to meet all weather conditions with the coming season.
Finest Overcoat and Grey Suit Featured in Local Store
Last week the store received a superb beaver overcoat with velvet collar and extra length priced at 10.00. A fine grey suit is offered at 9.50, unusual for its quality and market standing.
Ladies' Coats Increase Selection With New 250 Coats
The store explains a recent shipment of 250 coats from a top national manufacturer. Prices start at $5 for a fine Beaver Coat with ample sleeves and fit rivaling high-end custom cuts. A $10 option offers a wide assortment of styles not previously seen at this price.
Men's Neckties Update with New Styles On Display
This week we received a large line of the latest styles in Men's Neckwear. The collection features varied patterns and fabrics aimed at matching current fashion trends for the season.
Caps on sale in winter display now available
Men’s caps offered in varied styles from 25¢ to 75¢. Buy now at the store for winter readiness with plush caps highlighted as a fine option.
Men’s Hose Stock With Heavy Weight and Wool Half Hose
A local retailer promotes men’s hosiery with a full stock of seasonal styles and colors. Heavy weight hose priced at 25c and 18c for wool half hose, advertised as the best value yet.
German Knitting Yarns Cheaper Than Ever Before
Wool Yarns stock bought before price rise lets us offer German Knitting Yarn Ice Weel Slipper Yarn Germantown and Saxony at 25 percent cheaper than ever before this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Twain
Germantown
Saxony
Catalog of Gaiters and Slipper Soles for All Ages
A sale list featuring Ladies' Over Gaiters, Men's Over Gaiters, Ladies' Slipper Soles, Men's Slipper Soles, Children's Slipper Soles, Ladies' Leggins, Children's Leggins, and Children's Knee Protectors offered for buyers seeking diverse hosiery and protective wear.
Novelties in Queensware and a Busy Pittsburg Visit
Mr. Alex St. Clair, a grocer and queensware dealer, traveled to Pittsburg last week and bought a large line of lamps and holiday novelties from his Boston queensware man. He plans to display the finest queensware ever brought to town for the holiday trade. The Central Hotel, now under new management with landlord Mr James McDermitt, enjoys strong patronage as streets near the hostelry were lined with 25 loads of hay from James Edwards farm for shipping. Visitors are invited to a hearty meal at the Central where Mr McDermitt will greet guests hospitably.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex. St. Clair
Pittsburg
Boston
St. Clair
Central Hotel
James McDermitt
James Edwards
the Central
Mr. McDermitt
Arnica Salve and cabinet offers advertised locally
Buacklen's Arnica Salve touted as the best for cuts bruises and sores with a satisfaction guarantee or money back at 25 cents a box. Local salesmen T E Hildebrand Homer City Homer and M G Miller Blaise push cheap cabinet finishes at 1 50 per dozen while warning buyers against higher priced photos and framing from Smith's cabinet services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buacklen
Arnica
T. E. Hildebrand
Indiana
W. Lere
Homer City
M. G. Miller
Blaise
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Smicksburg
Curt Aul
Punxsutawney
George Roush
J. B. Weir
Brookville
J. T. Stewart
Taylor
Henry Stiteler
Alf Irwin
Jefferson County
Zeke McHenry
Punistiownes
C. E. Condron
Midgeeck
Falls Creek
Mabel Elkin
Joseph Streamer
Philipsburg
William Streamer
Panxsutawney
C. L. Streamer
Condron
Aliss Cora Black
Gilpin
Rayne Township
Tanogma
Larher
Dixonville
John Bryan
Alice Moore
Shields School
Satunday
Millia Harrison
Mabel Potts
Phimoville
Weamer Harmon
Gertrude Fenton
Carrie Shields
Wilson Shields
Austin Condron
Kellysburg
Lutheran Church
Grove Chapel
McCullough
Grove
Tanoma Church
Church of Christ
Harvey Buchanan
Tanoma
Apollo
John Bochanan
Stote and Post Office
A. Putt
Johnston Keener
William
John Gilmore
Covenanter Church
Littell
West Union U. P
J. R. Warner
Ebenezer
A. H. Jamison
Equitable Life Insurance Company
C. E. Weamer
Plumville
Johnston Carney
West
Pine Flats
John Wagner
West Mahoning
A.M. Gulagan
Guffey, Mekiean County
Marchand
Oakland Cemetery
Poplar Lumber
Sheedy Becousn
Ced
Bishop
Hood
Mas
T. M. Smith
Ruther Glen
Smith's
the Market Report
East Liberty
Wilson & Son
Ladies’ Coats
Indiana County
Cunningham
Philadelphia Street
The
Wallace Dry Goods Co
Marshall & Kline’s
Wallace Dry Goods
J. C. Wallace & Son, Prop’rs, Pena
A. W. Wilson & Son
Queensware
Isek
Emily
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