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Mckean Democrat

Location

Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1920

Page

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Smethport suspect admits killing Cresco and Nazare

The confession details a confrontation in which Cicello, facing demands from Cresco, shot Cresco after restraining him when Cresco grabbed his daughter. He describes fleeing to New York Central tracks, later returning to Lock Haven then Smethport. authorities plan further action as the case proceeds, with Margaret Cicello held as a potential witness.

Cicello Greeco Pepa Papa Helyt Crecer Replinds N.Y Utter New York Central Ruiload Lock Haven Bel Jensas Smerkport Kang Smethyvort Jean le Beeved Werk Civili Torney Gallup

Prosperous country sees postal growth and stable recovery

Postal activity rises with business gains and rising living costs while unemployment remains rare. Reports from major postal gateways show mail volumes up to 125 percent in some cities, with overall postwar trade and industry holding strong despite mounting prices and political pressure. Leaders argue against drastic policy shifts as cautious optimism prevails.

Christina Rorg Teven Tisetl

Detectives Target Home on Clinton Street in Local Case

Visiting sheriff arrived at Clinton Street home occupied by the Digeilo family where a Tuesday evening confrontation occurred. The accused, tied to Anthony and a cash bond of 2.17 dollars, is to appear in McRean County Court on February 29 to testify in the case against Goulher Cark Gyettiey, with the Crowe Street lumberman signing the trail bond.

SH. Myers Owas Sherif Clinton Street Digeilo Fily Towy Alice Ablurman Anthony Reais MtcRean County Crowe Lurber

Lottery Scandal Taints Local Court Case Details

In a case titled FOR CONDUCTING LOTTERY Aring Wieelds before Tinsted the court faces allegations tied to a so called Portrie wool scheme. Multiple men are subpoenaed as witnesses and others linked to the alleged jury rigging are cited amid ongoing inquiries.

J. Hagel Iea Chudurt Fein Williams Portrie

Liberal benefits for ex service men under war risk act amended

War Risk Insurance Act amendments widen beneficiaries for ex service men and dependents. The new schedule raises monthly allowances for total and permanent disability and temporary disability, with different payments based on marital status, number of children, and dependents.

Tevan i United States Hunter Srepbranien Ieuthier Kaw

Local Court Adjourns Sentencing in August 28 Case

The court convenes at Little Watley on January 0 at 1 0 p m for sentencing of Charles St. Nichals. The session is adjourned to January 26, 1920 at 1 p m for the trial of the defendants. Jury selection and further procedures to follow as arranged by the county attorney.

Callies Agdawfil Rayhard Lisuirbanes Yevourt Little Watley Charles St. Nichals

Indictments Span Unclear Telegraphic List of Names

A garbled OCR fragment lists numerous names in a legal or indictments context. The text is fragmentary and unreadable, with many misspellings obscuring roles, dates, or locations. No clear event or outcome can be determined from the available material.

Fragmentary notes on Mexico United States cooperation

Readable portions reference cooperation between Mexico and the United States, mentions at least one political figure and dates, but details are unclear due to garbled OCR. The text hints at voting, governance, and public figures, with fragmented phrases about alliances and political actions.

Fraud schemes alleged in Pacific shipbuilding probes

Federal investigation targets millions defrauded in ship guiding charges involving firms on the Pacific coast. The inquiry, ordered by the Shipping Board and later shifted to Attorney General Palmer, involves prominent builders across states including Oregon and Washington. Expected grand jury sessions and potential charges loom as officials disclose little about methods or exact losses.

Washington Gener Bert Schlesinger Aerston Lorine Wines Pacific St Shin Yards States Shipping Board Federal Grand Jury Oregon Washingter Feta Lenisht Neen Hut Varley Shipping Board Ito Palmer

Local Life Notes and Visits in Empeetan Area

Community fragments mention Rev. William R. Agate of Empeetan conducting services for the family of J. T. Jobisan. Miss Zelda Schopenhauer visited Olean with relatives. Margaret Persermann of Emperom is in Care of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Reesmann hosted guests. several locals and visitors from Detroit, Sturttown, and Forrest Pendleton are noted in family and social appearances.

Syeel Wm. R. Agate Empeetan J. T. Jobisan DL. Raszmanski Amatamt AL Red House Peuna Brog Carpenter Detroit Mich Vidl Stewart Olean Wainmen Sturttown Taursdays Margaret Persermann Emper- UM Henry Reesmann Zelda ¢Chpensee Jy Olean Well Vated Hye T Fieoree Waynes Sart The Toms T. Toho

Annual Report of Norwich Township Board of Supervisors

The annual report for Norwich Township McKean County covers the year ending the first Monday in December 1929. It lists receipts including cash collected from road taxes and taxes duplicates, and funds received from County Commissioners.

Board of Supervisors Norwich Township McKean County Tavenship

Tax on unseated land and town expenditures report

Ledger style report lists tax collection from unseated land during December 1918 to December 1919. It details total receipts from state bonuses, rents and sales, and payments for road improvements, bridges, tools, wages, and miscellaneous expenses including police salary. Totals show expenditures and net available funds of Polk Road district as of December 1919, with officers certifying accuracy.

Amon Troja Amstite Polk Road Inci Clini

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