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Newspaper
Mckean Democrat
Location
Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1920
Page
5
Washington June 15 The population of Smethport Pennsylvania is 1508, down 249 people or 13.7 percent since 1910. The decline follows loss of several industries including a large glass bottle factory. East Smethport shows growth due to new Quinn chemical plants, leaving Smethport as the only town in this part of Pennsylvania not to gain population in the decade.
The 1920 Republican National Convention in Chicago ends with Wood and Lowden leading before the dark horse Harding gains favor. Henry J. Rice and local delegates from Smethport express support for Harding, while others critique the old guard and progressive hopes fade. Delegates Gillett and Gallup from Smethport participate, with pages on the Sneakers platform. An additional account appears on page 2.
Desirable comfortable well built property on Water Street Smelthport Pa for particulars in care of Herman Sasue Smeliport Pa.
The Went schools marked one of their most enjoyable commencements with graduation exercises at the Lyceum and a Senior Class Day program. Lucile Heyls and Marion Carlson led performances, trophies were awarded, and diplomas were presented to a large audience. Honors and the valedictory were given by Jessie Haven. Emphasis on the address by Emerson Collins deputy state attorney general of Harrisburg and the class’s achievements.
Smethport defeats the Austin team in the season opener at the Fair Grounds Sunday afternoon. A large crowd witnessed a fast, well played game with Smethport taking an early lead and AUSTIN rallying in the eighth inning before Smethport sealed the win in the tenth as Josephson scored the decisive run. Tal and Dening starred in the field, Clark pitched strongly, and Fouls Hull made key plays. The teams, including Keene the one armed performer, boost local baseball excitement as Smethport prepares for Bradford next.
Farmers are urged to join a group traveling by car to State College for a day of explanations and demonstrations. The trip departs Port Allegany Tuesday at 8 AM, with a route via Coudersport and Lock Haven. Neighbors should carpool, bring extra tires, and notify the Farm Bureau by Saturday night.
Prof Chester B. Renn and his family plan to leave Purday this week for California where he will serve as mathematics professor at a state normal school. He has been principal of Smathport borough schools, praised for efficiency, and his departure is noted with regret by friends and neighbors. Last week contractor A. J. Hyatt completed a new well for Hon. J. W. Barton on Marvin Creek near Lalsborough. the well was shot last Friday and is expected to yield a good product.
Arthur Gregson of the Metro nis t church and family plan to sail Thursday afternoon from Michigan to Montreal and then travel to England for an extended vacation at Mr Gregson's old home. They expect to return to Smethport in September and friends wish them a happy trip.
A young deer seen near the Abbey farm at Burbank's crossings eludes hunters as trackers, with Hogarth and Benson involved, but signs vanish. Also reports show Smethport window glass company expanding with a gas-based process, building a water supply, and ongoing shipments despite railroad disruptions. Advertisements note sales and fashion items from Mrs Clair White.
About ten years ago the Smethport Water Co received a shipment of 6 inch iron pipe at the East Smethport station. Before the consignment could be sold a large batch of telegraph poles was dumped on the pipe, burying it under a pile. The poles were finally removed, allowing the company to recover the pipe, now worth about three times its original price.
The treasurers sales of unseated lands in McKean County were held at the Smethport Court House by Treasurer Fagena McCann. A number of prospective purchasers attended as investors once followed for scarce, valuable real estate files.
The pronunciation of St. Marys is uncertain and subject to correction. census shows 6967 residents, a gain of 621 since the last count.
Local contractor Oviatt completed a temporary bridge watch last Saturday to carry traffic over Potato Ervelt during the East Alree bridge project this summer. The structure is described as substantial and adequate for the traffic planned. The Democrat newspaper subscription is priced at $2.50 per year.
Firefighters battled a dangerous blaze in a wooden Main Street building owned by J G Gallup housing Leo Sampson Tailor Shop and apartments. The fire started about 6 30 am likely from a gas burner in the tailor shop and caused extensive damage though tenants escaped. Damages include a damaged left side storefront and back end with insurance estimates around 1200 for Gallup and 1000 for Sampson plus household losses for the Connors. The blaze was contained in under an hour with strong water pressure from hydrants and engines.
Leo Kelly, an insane murderer jailed in Smethport, escaped Sunday afternoon and moved toward Bradford before being recaptured that night. Sheriff Robison coordinated a city-wide dragnet while Patrolman Fairbanks and John Howe helped pursue him until his arrest near Bradford. He was returned to Smethport to await transfer to the state hospital in Fairview.
The Democrat announces a new regular feature on Page 2 offering a condensed up to date review of the week’s leading events. It reports the May 6 murder at West Branch of a 16 year old’s infant niece Ruby Gemmell, killed with a dull pocket knife, with the killer Jack Gemmell claiming a provocation. The case led to insanity verdicts for Kelly and commitment to a state asylum in Fairview, Wayne County, as detectives transport him for transfer.
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