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Newspaper
Mckean Democrat
Location
Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1919
Page
6
Buyers of Cleveland Traitors claim they can run teams more efficiently than before and perform the same work with fewer crews. The Cleveland handles swampy ground, avoids sinking, and delivers 20h.p. for all stationary tasks. Call Smethport Garage Co for a demonstration.
Port Allegany resorter Argas reports a county wide Home Coming Celebration honoring returning soldiers with a three day program featuring industrial and military events, athletic contests, parades, speakers, and band concerts. Executive committee led by B Squires and J Kerterty plans a large parade, medal presentations, and fundraising tag days to cover costs.
Ten county boards appointed workhouse directors met at the Neve Thompson House in Kane to decide if there was enough sentiment to continue the project. They adjourned to Sharon on November 12, with no further business beyond confirming plans would proceed.
The Eldred school board, including RM Williams president and R L O'Dell secretary, went on strike amid tension over plans to appoint women to leadership roles. James Trennigan and D B Clark treasurer are named. WW A Young’s seat is vacant. The dispute centers on gender and perceived gallantry among officials, with the board fearing a division.
A faded Mt Jewett notice describes a homecoming gathering on a soon to be announced date with local business leaders and residents planning a meeting. It mentions veterans, speeches, and community support, aiming to honor soldiers and celebrate regional ties.
An explosion and crash on a Bradford road left Mr Miprean and his wife or mother-in-law Mrs T R Hiarria dead along with two children. The car overturned after the blast injuring several passengers and setting the vehicle ablaze. Police report indicate a fatal accident with multiple casualties among the occupants and bystanders who rushed to the scene for aid. The event occurred near the Mo SPOk on a late afternoon, with investigators gathering names and details as they search for a cause.
Grinese College Girls, a west picturesque school in Man king vis Guliig, recently opened an institute operated by five boards with 18 girls in its second year. The residence is the old Ru awan estate house, occupied by a relative of Li Hung Chang. The program currently includes two years of village work and plans to expand, with women coming from Chinese communities to enroll.
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