Local notes and notices from Indiana county and surrounds
A long list of brief items from Indiana county coverers include social calls by J A Lydie and Mrs McClellan visiting relatives in Buffal in, farm activity with Jos Bath planning a voting house, a basket picnic in Ruggle's grove, oysters from Patton, medicine claims by Lane, Prohibition conventions in Blairsville, and assignments of new local residents to houses and businesses. Also mentioned are road work on an iron bridge at Davis, band camp along Wolick river, farmers missing the marching band, and various church and community events. Other notes include deaths from typhoid, fertilizer sales by W D Anthony, a lost blazer, and new subscriptions. The column records added exchanges with Carroltown News and PROGRESS, local real estate and legal notices, and upcoming elections and public meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Lydie
Grant Township
Jos
Bath
Ruggle's Grove
Berringer
Patton
Lane
I. A. McClellan
Buffal In
N. Y
Church Street
Blairsville
Robin Hamil
White Township
Westminster College
New Wilmington
Mise Hopsie Miller
Plumville
Pittsburg
Geo.’ Prothero
Smithport
Kirkpatrick
First Street
Indiana
Davis
Wolick
Dickie
Rev. Webb
Greenville
Washington, D. C
Hood
Brushvalley
Center
West Mahoning
McQuown’s Grove
Canoe Township
Work & Young
Carrolltown
Spengler
Cambria County
The
Progress
David C. Jeffries
Rochester Mills
Pine Grove
W. D. Anthony
Shelocta
Pare- Res
Johnston Moorhead
Onberg
J.J. Ewing
West Lebanon
Ewing
Nicktown
Spangler
Dra. McCleland & Salm
American House
Jos. Clements
Kiskimioetas Springs
Clements
EK. E. Shaffer
Horton
Todiana County
Carroltown
Elmer
John Curts
Covode
Wan
J. B. Campbell
Cincinnati
Curts
G.A. R
Russell
H. A. Bengough
U. S
Jobo Sias
Green Township
J.C. Leasure
Richmond
W. Roas Mahan
West Elizabeth
Rosa
Keenan
J.D. Martin
Kimmel
Martin
A. BR. Learn
Kinter ‘Hooee
Reyne Township
Village boom at Spangler grows amid coal town images
Indiana county notes tell of Spangler's rapid growth with two hotels three stores two blacksmiths and many new houses. Obituaries report Miss Lizzie Hamilton of Rochester Mills dying after a week of illness and Mrs. Wm Elkin of Smicksburg dying aged seventy. A pension to Abraham Crissman of Smicksburg and a hospital update for Dr. G H Sloan mark local items. Community notices urge aid for a county fair booth and mark a barn fire at M Heckman near Elderton with suspected arson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.F. Henry
Trade City
Indiana
Cambria County
Spangler
Abraham Crissman
Smicksburg
Crissman
Carroltown
Wm. Elkin
Episcopalian Church
P. V
Wilkinsburg
A. 8
Thompson
Post 28
Indiana County
McClure Bros
Carraltown
Annie Klingensmith
West Indiana
Trenton
N. J
Klingensmith
Tanglefoot
Keely
N. Bert Lowman
Belle Vernna
Fayette County
Bert
Western Pennsylvania Medical College
Belle Verona
W Cc, T. A
Sexton
White Township
Sue Williard
Smithfield Street
Pittsburg
West Penn Hospital
Marriage Licenses Listed for Local Record
The following licenses have been issued locally: David E. Clowes of Washington and Maggie Thompson of West Indiana. Christine Hines of Cherryhill and Beanie Bickenberger of Cherryhill. Michael G. Kring of Kitlanning and Armstron Spencer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David E. Clowes
Washington
Maggie i, Thompson
West
Indiana
Chilestine Hines
Cherryhill Two
Hines
Beanie Bickenberger
Michael G. Kring
Kitlanning
Armatrong
EK. Spencer
Personal Brevities From Blairsville and Nearby Towns
A long list of social notes shows residents and visitors in Blairsville and surrounding towns. Names include John Fisher, D Berringer, Chas McGaughey, Todo Lewis, Miss Mary McEshoes, Speedy Johnston, Miss Odie Coleman, G G Buchanan, Chas McLain, A G Stewart, C A Shaeffer, Michael Lowman, Miss Cora Black, Miss Emma Waggaman, J S Miller, Mrs Sophia Lowry, Rev Ehrenfeld, J B Smith, Miss Emma Ruffner, S K Kerr, Miss Nora Scott, Eva Widdowson, John Vanhorn, R S Craig, Ed McCracken, Mr Jas Dixon, Emery Bartlett, Mrs Homer Keasler, J B Graham, R M Wilson, Misses Mattie and Agnes Pounds, Miss Jennie Hamil, Bell Simpson, J E Kring, Philip Glazer, Miss Georgia Martin, Mrs John McLain, and Mrs Mex Lain, with movements to and from Blairsville, Greensburg, Pittsburgh, Jeannette, Braddock, and other nearby locales. Several are noted as teachers, clerks, merchants, or students, with visits to stores, churches, and schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Fisher
Blairsville
D. Berringer
Berringer
Chas. McGaughey
Todo Lewis
Locust Lane
Mary McEshoes
Speedy Johnston
Odie Coleman
Blacklick
Buchanan
Brushvalley
Chas. McLain
Wilkinsburg
A. G. Stewart
Jacksonville
C. A. Shaeffer
Plumville
Baltimore Medical College
Michael Lowman
Sheloca
Irwin Station
Cora Black
Smicksburg
West Indiana
Jas. Feath
A. T. Lowry
School Street
Thos, Tittsworth
Newark
N. J
Robt. Mullen
E. Howe
Zoe
Mitchells Mills
Chicago
Eva Moorhead
Pittsburg
Sutton Avenue
J. 8. Miller
N. G. Miller
Church Street
Sophia Lowry
Florence
Wilmerding
Ehrenfeld
Avonmore Lutheran Church
J.B. Smith
Clarksburg
West Va
Emma Waggaman
Greensburg
Agnes Carpenter
Washington Township
A.B. Camp
Mabel Camp
Davenport
Iowa
E. B. Camp
Grant
Maud North
Covode
Jeannette
John Coleman
South Fork
H.E. Clark
Glen Campbell
John W. Clark
Indiana House
Emma Ruffner
Purchase Line
Allegheny City
K. Kerr
Grant Township
Allegheny County
Nora Scott
Kent
H. H. Scott
Homer City
Eva Widdowson
Cherryshill Township
C. J. T. Long
West Indiana House
John Vanhorn
Jennie Vanhorn
Braddocks
J. K.thompson
Marion Center
R. S. Craig
Pine Flats
Ed. McCracken
Leechburg
Jas. Dixon
Tyro,c
Jas. Johnston
Oak Street
Emery Bartlett
Homer Keasler
Lawrence Kesslar
J. B. Graham
Strongstown
Kinter House
Graham
J. L. Wilson
Allegheny
Nettie
Bella Virtue
Olivett
J. C. Ewing
R. M. Wilson
Wilson
Mattie
Agnes Pounds
New York
Jennie Hamil
Bell Simpson
White Township
Braddock
Note From Egypt From Wm Nichol Missionary Letter
A note from Rev. Wm. Nichol United Presbyterian Missionary to Egypt dated August 18 1891 requests the PROGRESS be sent to Luxor instead of Mancourah as he has been transferred there. He mentions nearby sights Saxon Thebes Karnak and the Sybian hills and tombs of the kings. Mrs Work Hogg is in Ramle at the sea but permanently in Assiout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexandria
Frriend
Luxor
Mancourah
Saxon
Thebes
Karnak
Sybian
Work Hogg
Ramle
Assiout
Wa. M. Nicnon
Bridge inspections planned by Indiana and Westmoreland counties
The Indiana and Westmoreland county commissioners meet today in Bolivar and Tunnelton to inspect the bridges, both needing repairs. Also reported is the opening of borough schools for a nine month term with the faculty described, and a note that everything is moving along in harmony. Hood's Sarsaparilla is mentioned by readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conemaugh
Indiana
Westmoreland Counties
Bolivar and
Tunnel
Death of John D. Paige Esq in Cherryhill Township
John D. Paige Esq longtime Cherryhill resident dies at about 74 after months of illness. He served as guardian to widows and orphans, held trust offices, acted as Justice of the Peace, and was a devoted Evangelical Lutheran church member. An active, well-read community leader, his death follows paralysis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Paige
Cherryhill Township
Apo
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Cherryhill
A Mother at Rest Mrs Mary Thompson McGaughey
Mrs Mary Thompson McGaughey wife of the late Robert McGaughey of Conemaugh township died at her home on Sabbath morning September 4 1892 aged about 77. She joined the church in Conemaugh early in life and remained a faithful member. A devoted wife and mother she died trusting in her Savior and was laid beside her husband the following Monday in hopeful reunion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Thompson McGaughey
Robert McGaughey
Conemaugh
Tno
Father Blair
Jacksonville
Alec
John Graham
Kent
Isabel Robinson
Ths Place
Ella Scott
Homer City
Jennie Johnston
Center
Kate Lewis
Thomas Lytle
A.W. Lytle
Allegheny City
Thomas McKee
Baltsburg
Capt. McKee
Annie Skelly
Salem
Nan McGaughey
Ohio
Milton Graham
Near Town
James Johnston
Indiana
Geo. Dixon
Robi. Cunningham
Young Township
U. P
Thompson
Wm. Thompson
P. Thompson
U.P
Merle
Two Hearts Unite in Septembers Wedding
On Thursday morning September 1 1892 Rev Wm Owens D D joined David E Clowes and Maggie M Thompson in marriage. Thompson daughter of A S and Mary Thompson of Railroad avenue West Indiana. Clowes a Willett Pa merchant, a respected young man. Mrs Clowes beloved by many for her personal worth. The PROGRESS extend warmest congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owens
D. D
David E. Clowes
Maggie M. Thompson
Miss Thompson
A. 5
Mary Thompson
Railroad Avenue
West Indiana
Willett
Clowes
Disastrous Fire Destroys Buildings in New Washington
A morning blaze in New Washington Clearfield county destroyed the old house behind David Byers store the Byers store J C C F Hall three story frame building Wm Brickley residence post office J P Feath shoe shop and Mrs McMurray kitchen only quick citizen efforts saved the rest of the village A narrative of local disaster and relief efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Washington
Clearfield County
David Byers
Last Week News From Indiana Pa and Nearby
A scan of items notes Mrs Coldron arriving from Brownsville to seek sister Mrs Hadden near Taylorsville, with Landlord Long aiding the reunion. Prof H M Rowe of Curry University named for Steubenville Female College presidency, pending advisory decision. Uncalled letters list and Epworth League officers elected. Bail granted to J A Wilkins after aggravated assault charges. Real estate agent Col John McGaughey sold eight lots near the Normal to J Sloan Agey. Water pipe leak floods basement at Galbreath Youngblood livery stables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coldron
Brownsville
Mary Hadden
Landlord Long
West Indiana
Hadden
Taylorsville
H. M. Rowe
Curry University
Steubenville, O
Prof. Rowe
George Rowe
Hill Dairy Farm
White Township
John McGaughey
R. W. Fair Plan
Normal
J. Sloan
Galbreath & Youngblood
Local correspondence notes community updates and visits
Blairsville reports of Miss Alice Scott visiting Greensburg and other locals guesting in town. Several residents, including Dr I P Klingensmith, plan to study in New York and a harvest home picnic is scheduled at Sloan’s Grove with a large dancing pavilion and music. The Presbyterian church has reopened after repairs, and local schools begin next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blairsville
Alice Scott
Greensburg
Chas
Stratton
Allegheny
C. C. McMahan
Liberty Street
John B. Crede
M. N. Miller
Latrobe
John Marshall
Meadville
East End
C. H. Graff
Market Street
Thompson
Asa G. Neville Glass Works
West Virginia
Presbyterian Church
I. P. Klingensmith
New York
Smicksburg
Minnie Glenn
Braddocks
Joseph Lakehart
Sadie Robinson
DuBois
Harry Sprankle
Punxsutawney
Frank Henry
Himes
Pittsburg
Plumville
Archie McBrier
Rouseville
Venango County
Webster Stiteler
C. L. Streamer
Old Lady Injured by Enraged Bull in White Township
Last Tuesday morning Mrs. Joseph Collins of White Township was milking cows in the barnyard when attacked by an enraged bull. She sustained serious injuries and is receiving treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Collins
White Township
Bogtnyard
One Is Not Enough Voters Split West Wheatfield Township into Two Districts
West Wheatfield residents urged by Surveyor Caldwell divided the township into two voting districts. The report starts at Wagoner's Run mouth near Heshbon and traces a path along public roads, past Alcorn's saw mill, Walbeck's on the pike, toward the cemetery on the Meanor property, Gamble's Mills, Garfield Road, and the grist mill before reaching the river near William Alexander's property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West_ Wheatfield township
Caldwell
Wagoner’s Run
Heshbon
Alcorn’s
Meanor
Pike
Gamble's Jills
Garfield Road
Garfield
Wm. Alexander
Variety of bargains and notices in Blairsville ads
A garbled ad page lists shops and promotions for fresh produce, shoes, hats, and medicines. It mentions The Red Front, Mack's, Miller's drug store, J. C. Moorhead, and G. Taylor offering roofing, lime, fertilizers, and brick. Also notes social events and upcoming music term in Freeburg and a wedding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MceMasters
Mack’s
Red Front
McMasters
Church Street
D.C. Mack
J. C. Moorhead
A. T. Lowry &Co
Timothy
Farmers Exchange
California
Mc. Manters
Christy
Mack's
Milt G. Miller's
Blairaville
Miller’s Drug Store
Blairsville
Miller
Alex
T. Taylor
Cuunningham’s
Daugherty Bros
Alex. T. Taylor
J.C. Moorhead
Bieler
Mfg. Co
Buffalo
Ang
Cunningham's Brick Works
Philadelphia Street
Crown
Musican Courier
Henry B. Moyer
Freeburg
Frank Douglass
West Iodiana
Also Mentioned on This Page
Indiana Progress
the News
A. H. Apstle
Philadelphia
M. Heckman
Elderton
Armstrong County
J. E. Kring
Cookport
Kring
Progrese
Dixonee
Philip Glazer
Glaser
Cambria
Georgia Martin
Hortons
John McLain
Johnstown
Bell McLain
Mex Lain
Egypt
Wm. Nichol
United Presbyterian Church
B. F. Thompson
Des Moines
Druggists
W. I. Moore
Army of the Cumberland
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Chattanooga
Tenn
T. E., Watt
Western District
Poat
Bener
William Crafford
Frank Kinter
Wesley Morrison
James Riley
J. N. Laneham
P. M
Epworth League
M. E. Church
E. W. Smith
Anna Stewart
Mra
A. M. Hammers
D. J. Lockard
Ida Lowman
Hattie Ellis
Pindle
J. A.wilkins
Graceton
Wm.Buterbaugh
Squire Marlin
Wm. Bennet
Peter Detwiler
Hannah Hale
Addie Strong
Nolo
E. C. Cresswell
Kate Helman
Jas. Conrad
W.F. Jackson
Ephraim Denner
Mardis
John Weaver
Clinton
Main Streets
Cameron Bottom
Qui Vive
Tra Speedy
Wim. Miller
J. A. Gordon
F. J. Johnson
James M. Johnson
Lizzie Adama
Wear Indiana
Joseph McGeary
Hay
Ed. Fitzhonce
Blanche Shank
A. T. Bell
William Orr
Emma J. Stewart
George Row
Esas
J. C. Bruner
Belle Griffith
Lir Tas M. Moses
Aggie B. Klingenamith
Celestial Hines
Dessie A. Sickenberger
Michael G. King
Mardie E. Spencer
Angus L. Dunlap
Mary F. Stumpf
James Fenton
J.C. Donahue
Emma F. Long
Blacklick Township
Lewis Hay
Frank N. Henry
Jennie R. Buterbaugh
Cockport
James Stewart
Proa~ress
Little
ONE Price Cash Store
D. Cc
Washington and
Jefferson Col
Peto Coe
Psor
Oervatory
Athletic
Moe
Sanaa i