Clermont jail escape saga linked to Keavin and Poleski crash
A fragmented 1930s report traces Keavin and Poleski from Clermont and Smethport through a series of robberies and prison escapes. It notes prior crimes, late 1930s robberies at Clermont Smethport and Bradford rail depots, a sheriff led capture, and subsequent sentences to Western and Eastern penitentiaries. The narrative threads losses, escapes, and eventual recapture across multiple states, with mentions of Keavin’s wife’s attempts to aid him.
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Moward Kerrie
Supar-Landit
Miéit
Auli
Fulal
Keavin
Koavia
Frip
Bradford
Clermont
Indy
Michael Waltz
Shawmut
St. Marys
Oto
Jones
Poleski
Elmica
N.V
Polesk
Shhaweh S
Theidore Schmidt
Getaher
Smethport
Audge J. W. Bouton
Wheagin
Pol Eski
Western Penitentiary
Pistbursh
Eleht
Tones Qrith Gev. Richards
Waterhuret
Kenyin
Prinamphia
Tle
Geneva
Monthe
Kevin
Tatralmondali Mandell Ot
Albarn
Eade
Kereln
Turing
Sherif Jones
Ir., Refernndary Institution Quid Prileski
2 Feee Band Concert Tonight At Court House Square
Tonight at 3:00 p m the band performs at Court House square pagoda with March Punjab Payne Vocal Sales A Lane In Swain Ghurie Jack Morrison Grand Selection Echoes From the Metropolitan Opera Hose Tobani Clarinet Solo Asleep In Tha Qrop Lavendeau Mr Ferry Selection H M S Pinafore Sullivan Oddity Booster Bag Lake and more
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Court House Square
Punjaub
Payne
Swain
Ghurie
Jack Morrison
Metropolitan Opera Hose
Tobani
Lavendeau
Mr. Ferry
Sullivan
Lake
Local Senior Glass Saw Lindberg Trip to Washington
Twelve members of the graduating class of Nmethpart high school Brat and Mrs Stamler Briott Downey Walker and Jeonere Leary traveled to Washington DC for the annual senior trip. They visited the Capitol Library and other points of interest then toured Philadelphia and Atlantic City before returning to Harrisburg.
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Igh
Brat
Stamler Briott
Downey
Thesie Walker
Jeonere Leary
Washington, D
Bich
Port Allegioy
Conderoo High School
Capliel Tarether i
Pennsylvania Cilron
Geniurs
Mrty
Wsington
Baturhiy
Arlington
Whigh
Chas
Lindwersh
New York-Paris
Counrds Penal Library
Vernon
Potomac River
Histon
Phindelphia
Atlantic
Harrisburg
Cngivoltes
Lonorre Govering
Lynn Abbey
Clarissa Backus
Gerald Capwell
Ian Downey
Clarence Gregory
Alice Hallmerts
Elsi Johnson
Brall Johnson
Trank Spadatore
Ada
Oil Refinery Plans Rise in Smethport Area
Reports indicate negotiations with owner firms over site terms have concluded, with parties favoring a refinery project in Timestone SY. A state stamp of approval is said to be in place for a large new plant, signaling expected development in the region.
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Smethport
Fanuarie Valley
Timestone
Cussins Jailed for Aggravated Assault in Bradford
In Bradford county last Thursday, Harry Cussing pleaded guilty to aggravated assault over a marital dispute in which his wife was shot. He received 10 months in the county jail and a $5 fine. Howard Palmer pleaded guilty to forgery and drew six months plus costs. Edward Besecker’s sentence was altered from a workhouse to county jail.
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Jugdee
J. W. Barton
Harry Cussing
Bradford
Ag Mtrath
Toj
T’ Howard Palmer
Fle
Georges Oxsenbeck
Edward Besecker
Mrs Penn Stricken With Scarlet Fever Reported
Carrie Penn proprietor of the Penn Coffer Shopper on Main Street fell ill with a severe attack of scarlet fever this week. Her condition worsened but is now improving amid medical care. Mr Tena’s Crearge remains also listed as stricken with the illness during the same period.
Revolt and Fire Echo in Westurn Penitentiary Fallout
Fragmentary OCR describes a failed revolt at a penitentiary. Doleski and associates allegedly sparked a fire consuming a building, drawing hundreds including officers and civilians. A claim of responsibility surfaces amid accusations of negligent service and dangerous explosives, all amid political tension and claims of a corrupt press.
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Westurn
Pennitentiary Ik
Doleski
Pga
Rae
Dave Buulding
tToper Deaneiate Price Revel
Cyimtnay
Graduates Honored at Big H S Glass Commencement
Twenty one members of the class of M27 at Fidelhport Hish Sebnol were recognized at the Lesion Lyceum ceremony last Thursday night. C. H. ML Whelan delivered the invocation and benediction while the high school choir under Mrs. Bosstrain and Miss Lenore Feokimier performed. Miss Na gin Gaskin gave the essay, and awards included the Aust envy and Legion medals along with prizes for American history and expedience in memory.
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M27
Fidelhport
Hish Sebnol
pBdlovias
Boks
Lesion Lyceum
C. H. ML Whelan
Smethaorl Mok
Aml Benwedlethon
Bosstrain
Misa Lenore Feokimier
Nagin Gaskin
Biltobngan Osukwenan Ang
Duerestins
Ded Ivercl
Professor Bright
Sowthport
Byoltnil Pest
American Legion
Ausitivy
Missouit K. Wubbard
Austenvy
Harold Bright
Rose Verzog
D. A. BR
Is Sani
Janette Anderson
Andrew van Haye
Plr. Calley
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Tittle Valley
N.Y
Calley
H. Daly
Board of Education
BA Stephen
Tom Abney
Clarissa Backus
Gerald Canwell
Ada Dotney
Helen ‘Filet
Naomi Gaskin
Clarence Gregory
Allee Halmertz
Margaret Fill
Aunrey Hyde
Road Worker Arrest Sparks County Inquiry
A road worker was arrested by Lycoming County officers after a garage wall was damaged by a vehicle driven through it. County Detective Jack Mastins and others served a warrant on Adreloy, a contractor, amid a dispute involving a steam shovel operator and several locals. Prisoner held on 340 bail as authorities pursue alleged business controversy.
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Wilhemssport
Smethport
Jack Mastins
Alfizen
Adreloy
Shiiffer
Kroes
D. B Dennla
Ene Smecheert
Bears Chase Deer Near Woods Spotted by Local Farm
A local resident reports bears pursuing four deer near Marvin Creek Road and Doring fire area. Witnesses describe four deer a buck two does and two fawns fleeing as bears pursued them along hillside near a farm.
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Tresday
Benny ' Mx
Donen
Marvin Creek
Doring
Pont Lords
Loos
Ty E.R. Ateen
Alnrvin
Local man narrowly survives wreck near Coryville
Norman Biefer of Willow Street, an employee of Hulmes & Gillan, escaped serious injury when his Studebaker was struck by a Chevrolet traveling at high speed on the State highway toward Coryville. The Chevrolet driver fled the scene after causing the crash, leaving Biefer pinned under wreckage until William Cunningham freed him. Biefer was hospitalized in Smethport with a cracked shoulder, multiple cuts, and severe shock.
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Norman Biefer
Willow Street
Hulmes & Gillan
Coryville
Niefer
Ihe Studebiker Touring Ca
Tarahae
Coryville Ag
Corrviliz
Kieffer
Chavraiet
Auch
Cunningham
Prominent Scranton Men Named to Roosevelt Highway Aide
An executive committee appointment is announced for Roosevelt Highway Association. George F B Dusinheres of Wollahore presides, naming M Z Sewires and Eugene Casey to the executive committee. Seth of Sematon Po is noted for manning up on the committee, with Sauiree tied to school duties and prior committee work.
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Scranton
Roosevelt Highway
Studholme
Smethport
Aireclor
Ronsevelt Midway
Cutiee
Erichrate
Big addition to Olds Club Hunting Lodge
Fragmented text outlines a club expansion with mentions of rent, membership, and new facilities. The readable portions reference the Olds Club Hunting Lodge and potential additions, with unclear specifics and numerous garbled phrases.
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Olds Club
Toler
Cae Cts Rent & V Che
Toongrarte
Ines
Oclybys Odeatye
Jieteerdiie Ee Bayerhoort
Talnk Aeraiortellers
Yeevieie
Tor
Pampletid Ix
Denbte
Norwich High School Class to Receive Diplomas
Commencement exercises for Norwich High School to be held at the New Men's Hall at 6 next Wednesday evening. Diplomas will be awarded to a class of five with The Reeve Chatten of Cirtorn covering the ceremony.
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Norwich High School
Thal Norwich High School
Cirtorn
Goon progress being made on new Potato Creek road
In tie work at adding the new paved road grade lines and grading near Ainethport. Crews push forward on surface finishing with stone pavement nearly ready for completion. Local officials oversee the project and anticipate final opening within days.
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Potato Creek
Centrietie
Local sportsmen oppose open deer slaughter plan
A large Keating Fish and Game protective Association meeting condemned a proposed Pennsylvania Game Commission open deer season. The group adopted a resolution against open hunting, authorizing attorney Claude Shattuck to protest to the state panel. Similar protests spread through central counties, while local deer numbers improve and hunting remains favorable in this region.
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Keating Fish
Cliude Shattuck
Ue Cruse Commission
Oelub
Pelton
Thia
Pennsyleania
MacKean
Ordain Two To Priesthood In St Lukes Episcopal Church
An impressive ordination ceremony is announced at St Luke’s Episcopal Church in the borough for next Tuesday June 1st at 4 30 AM. Bishop John Wind will ordain Rev Tekin Roberts of Emeathport and Rev Leslie A L Wilson of Kinann to the priesthood. The service includes communion and a sermon, with readings and responses listed in the program.
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Lukes Episcopal Claren
Goromonivas
Tev
Cy C. Vrentey
Anatatant Tiey
T. Panevrast
Aspel
Spiritus
Scholarship Endowed By Local Lady To Be Awarded
A local lady endows a scholarship to aid Smethport Ugh School Lytop students pursuing higher education. The fund will support residents of Smyerhpert and cover expenses for college studies at Americano College. A community event at Smethport High to announce the gift is planned for the near future.
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Smyerhpert
Smethport
Lytop Higher Education
New Shrine at St Elizabeth’s is Work of Art
A new shrine dedicated to Saint Theresa will be unveiled at St Elizabeth’s Church on Sunday June 9. Designed by The Prato Statuary Co of Chicago the sculpture is described as one of the most beautful artworks and will be permanently preserved in the church. Father P Donohue spoke of his long association with the parish and recalled his early assignment at St Elizabeth’s while noting the church’s debt and recent improvements.
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ST. Elizabeth's
SG Theresa
St. Elizabeth's Church
ThePrato Statuary Company of
Chicago
Maniusines
Tttelurgh
Donohue
Elgabeth
Hood
Smethport
Additions to the Peliaich Church Premises Completed
The past additions to the Peliaich church property include a new garage building, attractively fronted premises, and large new pigeon and poultry houses. These improvements enhance the appearance and value of the church property to a marited degree.
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Peliaich
Oan Attractiyaty Best
Auto thief joined circus during jet week
County Detective Jack Allison traced a letter from Mrs. Cleo Davenport of Springdale to details about a Chevrolet coupe theft linked to Norman Scroth. The car allegedly wrecked by Charles Reams who sold parts while avoiding payment to Mayesville junk dealer. Reams, with a female companion, fled toward Walter Minetreut’s theater, with Reams also known as Graham and wanted in Franklin Pa for Surgery. A warrant is out in Ow City for his arrest.
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Jack Allison
Cleo
Davenpot
Springdale
Icy
Norman Scroth
Bhrlagelale
Coli Bey
Chas, Reams
Maysville
Junk Denier
Reams
Heams
Triity
Allison
Graham
Franklin Pa
Mechante
Nleshk
Apyad 22
Building Canadian Camp at Call Lake in Eastern Ontario
A contractor named CHIN plans a hunting and fishing camp on an island at Gell Lake in Call Lake region, eastern Ontario. CHIN recently purchased the island from the Ontario government and intends to develop the acreage for a hunting camp that will serve game and timber interests in the area.
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Varta
Toes
Pretmitious Demy Fui A. Z. Chin Tin
Feeal
Call Lake
Casferia
Canada
Chim
Provincion Government of
Ontario
de Ayring Tha Arhanier
Ahounis
Death of Infant Daughter in Woet Main Street
Mr and Mrs Arthur Metermott of Woet Main Street mourn the death of their infant daughter born to reside on a Monday June 8. The bereaved request sympathy from the community.
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Mro
Arthur Metermott
Woet Main
Potatoes for sale at East Smethport address
Limited supply of sound good potatoes offered at 60 per bushel by A F E Stick at East Smethport Pennsylvania. Phone 17914 for orders and details.
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A.fe
East Smethport
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