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Newspaper

Mckean Democrat

Location

Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1921

Page

5

Local players win big in Northwestern Pa tennis event

Smethport ties strong showing at Erie Erie Pa last week saw local players Emethporte Theron Lyie and W A Brownell lead Smethport to victory in the Northwestern Penna Tennis Association tournament. Lyle and Brownell reached the singles semifinals and the Brownell brothers twice claimed doubles titles in prior years. The cups awarded will be displayed at Wyant's jewelry store for a few days.

Penna, Tennis Association Erie Theron Lyie Smethport New York Boy’ Magazine W. A.browner Pasty Hamlin Robert Redfield William Galup Prancia Hussey Mortimer Bell Robert Hamilton Red- Aida Gillett Scott R Redfield Nidtorca Eris Ana Tas Lyle Brownell Lyle Yosing Hamlin Redfiel Robert Kahkwa.Inn Oil Cay Scott F. Redfeld Hamlin Redfield Northwestern Penna. Tennis Association Crizen Newman Newaman S. BF Lyton Wyant’s

White's Millinery Advertises Latest Fall Patterns

White's Millinery welcomes customers to explore exclusive fall millinery patterns in season's smart shades. Clare White invites shoppers to visit MBS for personalized service and new arrivals.

WHITE Clair White

Firemen and Legion parade stars at Kane convention

McKean county units led by Smethport Fire Department and Bucktail Post American Legion travel to Kane for the two day service men’s reunion and parade. Smethport’s 100 firemen and 23 band members join teams from McKean, Potter and Tioga counties for athletic contests and ceremonies. Delegates assemble after executives meetings and a banquet, with a town carnival and a gray parade slated as the convention winds through Thursday and Friday.

Jo Kane occas_sion American’ Legion Yentefdaly Democrat Smethport Kane McKean Bik Potter County Bucktail Post American Legion Bend McKean Couity Secont McKean County Services Smoth Bsih Veterans' 2Nd Firemen’s Hucktall Post G Potter Robert Hemillton RR Lindaley Frank Barbour Frank Bey Swalliaby Thureday Winnie Winnie ‘Exe

Distressing case of Cramele grandson moved between states

John Cramele took his severely ill grandson John Dotterweich from Gowanda New York to York Pennsylvania under care of his aunt Mrs Katherine Beltz. A letter said the youth suffered a relapse and was in critical condition. He was to be returned to a government hospital when his condition allows.

Democrat John Cramele John Dotterweich France Gowanda York Katherine Beltz Cramsle John

Bee Swarm Leaves Smoothport Laundry Building

J. J. Johnson, proprietor of the Smoothport steam laundry, reports to the Democrat that the bee swarm which recently occupied the upper third floor of the laundry building has departed.

J. J. Johnson Smoothport The Democrat

Brave War Record Shown by Teen Robbery Suspect

Clark McLain an 18 year old held for stealing Dr. Cleveland’s automobile at Mt. Jewett. Sheriff notes McLain enlisted in the war before age 15 and earned a distinguished record with no blemish. He alleges the confession came after years of hardship and lack of work upon returning home.

Clark McLain Jos. F. Robinson Corry

Electrified village tale from Merry Echoes Pa revealed

Special dispatch from Merry Echoes Pa describes a century of residents with no deaths except one, a mysterious lightning plant powering local life. Reuben Scott investigates a glowing root that emits light, charges water and air, and links to a battery powering machines like a sewing machine and churn.

Merry Echoes The Democrats Jonny Pettibone Jones Reuben Scott Oigo Pettibanes Dempsey Senate Stallwart Scait Inna Scott Constructian

Funeral for Thomas Young Former Smethport Mayor

The funeral of the late Thomas J. Young, former Smethport mayor and restaurant proprietor, was held Sunday afternoon at 2:20 o'clock at his Slaters Insane, with Rev. Mr. Clemons officiating. Many friends attended the services for this one-time crack athlete. Tom Young died last week at the Warren hospital after being taken from Smethport earlier in the year.

Thomas J. Young Smathport Slaters Clemons Tom Young Warren Homphtil Smethport

Smethport Triumphs In Tight 6-4 Baseball Win

Smethport defeats Sheffield 6 to 4 in a spirited game anchored by Tommie Clark who pitched a flawless effort despite limited field support. Early miscues allowed a run for Sheffield while Smethport surged late, with key hits from Gallagher and Clark shaping the outcome. The Norwich Lumber Co scales its sawmill at Potato Creek, part of Norwich’s shift as its mill town passes into a state game preserve.

Warren Buster Hethport Smethport Tommie Clark Pitchet Bnetfield Galegher Loule Hutt Anderson Hogan" McCarthy Tech Gallagh Sheffield Rocktail Post American ‘Legion SMETH Gazer Az al Sheffield Abrhpore Cookeran Tb Hestot Ford Ag Ss Fitzgerald Rt Gilson Black Ct Morley Penney Peyeseee Norwich Norwich Lumber Company

For Sale Three Spring Shanty Inquire John Gillen

For sale notice lists Three Spring Shanty with contact John Gillen in Smethport Pennsylvania requesting inquiries from interested buyers.

Three Spring Shanty Inquire John Gillen Smethpaert, Pa

Allegheny Forest Purchase Advised by Experts

Forestry experts recommend purchasing Allegheny Forest and plan a community band concert at the Count House aquara. Smethport Band performs Saturday night at the Lyceum with a varied program, a crowd of about 926 attends, a $22 collection taken, and the band recently bought a new King baritone horn unveiled on Saturday night.

Allegheny Forest Purchase Smethport Band Count House Aquara March Hamlin Rifles Sour Foxtrot Nestie Lyceum Tsst

Automobiles Collide Injuring Boy in Borough Street

Last Friday evening a Ford collided with Art Mahoney's car on West Main Street in the borough. Mr and Mrs Mattrah Astén were in one vehicle. A physician treated the boy’s numerous cuts to the head, a deep gash severing an artery, while the injuries remained mainly superficial and he was said to have lost significant blood.

Mattrah Astén Wime Smethport Art. Mahoney Weet Mein Street

East Smethport Rocks Port Allegany In Lopsided Win

East Smethport defeated Port Allegany 18 to 4 as Buck their pitcher held Port Allegany to seven hits. John Walker Dick Walker Robert Hull Walter Daniels and L. Walker led East Smethport with 15 total hits including six two baggers. McKenna made a spectacular catch to end a long drive and energize the crowd.

East Smethport PORT Port Allegany Tony Anderson Eset Smethport Esat Smethport Portable Born Port Atle Gang Sian

Smethport Company Secures Union County Road Contract

Smethport Construction, led by Charles Hui, won the contract to build 13 273 feet of improved road on R304 in Union City Borough and Union Township in Erin County. The bid amount is $126 518 80, with the rival TorA company’s bid on the other job rejected as the local firm was the low bidder.

Smethport Construction Company Charles Hui Jin Union City Boro Union Township Erin County Tora Company Ati Whien

East Smethport to host Bradford Iroquois football clash

East Smethport welcomes Bradford Iroquois to the Community Athletic Field next Sunday afternoon for a highly anticipated game slated at 3:00. The match features strong offenses and a key contribution of 60 coins noted in the program.

Community Athletic Feld East Smethport Bradford Iroquois

State and Nation Move to Form Allegheny National Forest

Harrisburg reports the joint acquisition plan covers 442000 acres for the Allegheny National Forest along the Allegheny river watershed. The purchase includes 710000 acres as a larger tract, with land in Warren Forest McKean and nearby counties. U S Forest Service seeks approval from the state forest commission while the Weeks Act funds enable increased federal aid for fire control.

Harrisburg Mabium Allegheny River United States Ponnaytraca Forestry Servic Warren Forest United States Fore Sérvice Atate Forest United States Service State For Entry Department Tits Sum Fm

Marriage of Mayo and Alderfer in Port Allegany

The wedding took place on Saturday August 20 1921 at the bride's parents home with Rev Arthur Gregson officiating. After September 1 the couple will reside in Port Allegany Pa. The bride, a Bethany High School and Wellesley College alumna, has taught at Bradford City schools. The groom, a noted educator, is principal of the Port Allegany schools.

Allegany, Ba Serimony Artur Gregson M. &, Church Alyderfer Port Allegany Bmethport High School Wellesley College Bradford Alderfer Ja Port Allegany Schaola

Comes Family Reunion At Galco Park On Aug 18

The Comes family held their second annual reunion at Galco Park on Thursday August 18 with good turnout despite poor weather. A chicken dinner at 1 PM and buffet luncheon at 6 30 PM followed a 3 30 PM business meeting led by Je H Dickinson Vice President. Officers elected included President L Dickinson Tuttle OKI Vice President L H Dickinean Secretary Christel Comes Treasurer Mrs Frank Gallup Trustee M J Comes. Out of town relatives listed include C W Dickinson Ada Ness Buffalo NY Rodney Holden Rodney Holden and family Kane PA Elton Holden and family Buelle Strang Port Allegany PA L W Holden and family Winton NC L G Comes Elmer and Carl Grenola KS. A MEMBDE.

Comes Galco Park Je H. Dickinson L. ©. Dickinson Tuttle, Oki L. H. Dickinean Christel Comes Treas Frank Gallup M. 3 Ste C. W. Dickinson Ada Ness Buffalo Mira Rodney Holden Kane Mra Elton Holden Mra Buelle Btrang Port Allegany L. W. Holden

For Sale Strictly Modern Home Features and Garage

For sale a strictly modern home with hardwood floors throughout. Includes furnace and laundry tubs. Garage has water and light, concrete floors, and driveway. Inquiries to 14344.

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