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Newspaper

Mckean Democrat

Location

Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1919

Page

5

Twelve Will Graduate at Norwich High School Commencement

Norwich Township High School will hold commencement Friday evening June 27 at the Methodist Episcopal Church. The twelve seniors include Fazeb Richardson Jasmine Wille Frances Losey Lena Dodge Norane Ming James Boweh Verne Marsh Kermit Winslow and others. The program features music, an address by Rev. G F Tubbs, class history and oration, and selections by the orchestra.

Apu Norwich Township Methodist Episcopal Church Fazeb Richardson Jaseli Wille Frances Losey Isy Alin Er Mande Landan Geth Puteho Lena Dodge Norane Ming James Boweh Verne Marsh Kermit Winslow Atlasie Inveention G. F.tubbs Mazel Richardson Euseia White Verne Lenk Dodgeroran Valedic

Bound to Court in Mt Alton Man On Bail Pending October Term

Mt Alton man Gleason of Smethworth and Victor Kimi VanHoole were bound over to the October term on a peace bond charge filed by his wife. The case stems from a long running family quarrel. Sheriff Jones and Deputy chastised the couple earlier. Mrs VanHoole testified the husband attacked her with a garden rake and a double edged axe. Oscar Swanson of Edcomster Fo inw died Thursday June 19 after six months with dropsy. He was born in Sweden and came to the area in boyhood. he was 19 at death. Funeral held Sunday. Stey Winstede officiated. burial in Flaunister cemetery. Hessie Ottoxon and DNen Hallstrom, with Mr. John Karl-Kou, sang at the service and at the grave.

Mt. Alton Tasties “Gleason Smethwort Victor Kimi VanHoole Epirt Asid Oscar Swanson John Swanson Edcomster Foinw Ness John Karl- Kou

New Bank Officers Named at Hamlin Bank and Trust Co

The board elected James A. McKean as vice president and George W. Mitchell as director at a June meeting. This follows the death of Hon. Henry Hamlin, who had overseen the bank for about fifty years.

Hamlin Bank & Trust CO James A. McKean Tumalin Bank and Trust Company George W. Mitchell Fsy Henry Harmiln

Atlantic City hosts National Window Glass Manufacturers meet

Mr. Camp Mrs. Camp and several couples attend the annual convention of the National Window Glass Manufacturers Association held at the Hotel Dennis in Atlantic City. Meanwhile Mr and Mrs H C Corwin of Cleveland Ohio announce the birth of their son William Specht Corwin born June 14 1919.

Thos. Camp M. M. Vomeroy Fb. Gmlup Atlanticity Nationl Window Glass Manufacturers’ Association Mr. Cams Hotel Dennis H.C. Corwin Cleveland Ohio William Specht Corwin

New Telephone Books Distributed in Warren and Makeum Counties

The 3 Telephone Company releases new town books for Warren and Makeum Counties subscribers. It notes a Forestry Department ad offering fire wardens in the county and urges readers to use the directory changes to update listings. Local manager Aly, Go Melee, asks subscribers to keep records current as service changes persist in the telegraph era.

Miest Warren Mekeum Aelion Heer Liege

Express delivery charges disputed by unnamed party

A fragment reports that express delivery charges have not been paid for a fourth time and that no one will benefit from the charge. It mentions Express Alice for the same set and delivery, and references The Gleason Am. Ry. Hs Ca. atv after wy ts yay ol.

Poly Cansignes Allice Gleason Am. Ry. Hs Ca Atv

Frances Cory and Theodore ClevelandWed in Smethport Ceremony

Miss Frances H Cory daughter of Mr and Mrs Orlo Cory and Theodore Cleveland son of Mr and Mrs Pierce Bronk were joined in marriage on Saturday afternoon June 21 at the WM E parsonage in Smethport Me with Rev Gregson officiating.

Kane Rere Migs Marit Leelerey Aubrey Feil Otelock Pierotti Franklin Street Rev. Gregson Frances H. Cory Orlo Cory Thea-dore Cleveland Pierce Bronk WM. E. Parsonage Smethfort Mev Gregson

Boys 23 Head of Cattle Purchase Reported

George Irons bought 29 head of cattle for fattening, turned them out to pasture on his farm. accompanied by Sheriff TW, Adones, they traveled to Buteato on Tuesday to make the purchase.

George Irons Mr. Irone Adones

Five Boy Scout Patrols Organized in Local Unit

Five patrols formed under Scout Master Margeson at a kickoff hike to Genoa Park. New troops include First Patrol led by Rev Morgesen, with merit badge goals for Life Star and Eagle rankings as tests cover signaling health firemanship swimming and athletics. Additional details list Patrol members and meeting cadence as the organization teaches oath discipline and leadership.

Walter Monheimer Frederick Heinjain Mauries Hislick Alpha Colegrove Leland Johnson William Jones Mike Cogliestro Lawrence Dickenson East Lieming John McDermott Ted Backus Emery Kohn Ted Hackenburgs Devome Newman Nike Gnieo Park Assiian Margeson Knots

Teachers Examinations Last Week and County News

Thirty five persons took the McKean County teachers examinations last week with seven pursuing professional certificates at State College summer session. Names of those who passed preliminary exams listed along with many applicants and a note on local law partnership forming among attorneys FP Gallup and F.C. Potter. Also includes Boy Scout oath reminder and motto On a Good Turn Every Day.

Persine McKean County School Tachore Smethport Wil Ko Lo State College Vonutini Swessey Ees Sprofesaional Exanvinie Gallup Afchean County Bar F.C. Potter Hamitn Bank & Trust Company Buildiing Seoul

Two Auto Accidents Injure Ten Near Hazelhurst

Four hurt Sunday when two cars collided on Hazelhurst hill near Mt Jewett. Max Silverman led the Willys car that plunged over a bank, pinning six people beneath, with serious injuries and multiple fractures reported.Seven other occupants suffered cuts and broken bones, with hospital treatment required for all.

Hazelhurst Hazelhurst Hill Mt. Jewett Mt. Dewest Ref Eldred Gar Midred Narmy Hfe Willys T. Siverman Max Westons

First Baptist Church Prayer Meeting and Sermon Notes

The First Baptist Church led by Rev. Guy L. Margeson held a Thursday prayer meeting and Sunday services. The program included morning worship at 10,000 and comments on faith, biblical interpretation, and modern life challenges shaping Christian attitudes.

Guy L. Margeson Tuyslows Alluy Fileral Jens

Hangs Self Buried Here in Hazelhurst Home

John McCredy, a Hazelhurst resident and glass works employee, hanged himself in his family home while his wife and children were on a different floor. He had been despondent for two years, with temporary relief from summer hospital treatment. He resided in Hazelhurst for about six years. his widow and six children survive.

Haxelhurst John McCredy Hansing McCredy Ehjidrerio

Natitlnes Interment at Rose Hill Cemetery Smethport

Interment for Natitlnes was conducted at Rose Hill Cemetery in Smethport marking a quiet local funeral service and burial with family in attendance.

Natitlnes Rose Hill Smethport

Hon Henry Hamlin Adviser to the Younger Generation

Bradford Era reports the death of Hon Henry Harlin in Smethport on Tuesday morning. He was a key figure in banking, manufacturing, and industrial ventures across McKean County and beyond, known as a silent mentor to young men seeking funds and guidance for enterprises. His career spanned glass factories brick works gas leases lumber and chemical plants. In his era he shaped local industry and civic life through prudent finance and thoughtful leadership.

Bradford McKean Smethport Henry Harlin Gettle Wulldine Amor Gliss Mir Uamli Sene Miny Finanesa Plana Hunt Anilin Leider Himevlf Robert W. Fulton Eragald

Merry Auto Chase for Bootleggers

The Merry district tale describes a high speed chase covering about forty miles from the village to Crosbyville as bootleggers fled in a car on three tires. Blauvelt, seized by Chief Cathoul, faced hearings in Heetlin and Amethystport with Justice Bailey and Judge Gleason handling bail.

MeNerwieh-Hetula Ngalit Gurea Uegad Uquar Trale Opera Alineta Hoollengers New York Miywe Armstrong Crosby Gidals Retola Ong Elmer Uhinvelt Blauvelt Cathoul Armstrong Teed Coryville Yaded Biawuvelt J. E. Bailey Hetuln Aquor

Smethport District Ministerial Association Formed

The Smethport district forms a ministerial association with local and surrounding district ministers. First meeting to occur on the first Monday in September, meeting every two weeks. Rev VanDyke elected president. Rev Margeson vice president. Rev Edmonds secretary and treasurer. Rev Gregson librarian. Winstedt and Hey Thayer serve on the committee.

Smethport VanDyke Rav. VanDyke Margeson Edmonds Gregson Winstedt and Hey. Thayer

Methodist Church Morning Message On The Kestarat Image

The Methodist Episcopal Church invites all members and adherents to attend morning services on the subject The Kestarat Image. A sentiment of the Bard shall be administered. Evening service at 7:30.

Methodist Episcopal Church

Olds Rod and Gun Club Tightens Rules

Fragmentary OCR shows the Olds Rod and Gun Club warning of tightened rules and enforcement. The garbled text mentions discipline for unspecified conduct and a pledge to enforce the new regulations. No dates or officials are readable.

Olds Rod and Gun Club

Deceased financier praised for mentoring younger men

The late financier, known for wealth and influence, delighted in helping younger colleagues enter the business world. Senior Nilton noted private discussions framed to elevate self respect and effort, while others described him as a democratic, neighborly Christian gentleman. His passing leaves many who knew him to mourn deeply.

Nilton Hrialin

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