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Newspaper

Mckean Democrat

Location

Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1927

Page

5

May Carnival Draws Huge Crowd At Bucktall Post

A large turnout filled the May Carnival in Bucktall Post, hosted by the American Legion, with a street parade, a Sinotaport fire apparatus display, and autos. The Lyceum program featured Hazor over Comedy Company vaudeville, Italian string musicians, and a memory feats act. Axelson the accordion king and a new orchestra led by Cather & Toys entertained diners and dancers into the night.

Bucktall Arerlean Legion Sinotaport Legion Gareth Port Siseth Port Rand Sineth Port Fire Department Forte Lyceum Graudeville Hazor Oyer Arglaniza- Hon Fred Elzor Haven Clark Condersport Coudersport Axelson Amethoore A. H. Quirk Francis Quirk Miss Cather Musterang Mosphere

New Marvel Specialty Factory to Move and Expand

Marvel Specialty, owned by Pry, Herzos, and Kerr, will relocate from the Grand Central block to Fulton Street in a former Boys' Magazine site. The firm, known for Kerr s electric spy magnet with a mannequin attachment, plans a disc based in color spinning tap toy, boosting workers and machinery at its Smethport plant and adding a model manufacturing facility at the new location.

SL. Pry Ralph Herzos Wm! Kerr Marvel Specialty Grand Central Block Fulton Street Boys’ Magazine Publishing Company Messers Mry and Herzog Marvel Company Ponlar Price Mr. Kerr Nian Aljunetto Smethport

No Toxin Anti-Toxin Campaign Abandoned in Smethport

Owing to a deficiency in the intended state nurse service, the campaign to inoculate Smethport pupils with toxin antitoxin for diphtheria has been abandoned despite parental consent cards. The program, part of a state health department drive to eradicate diphtheria, had proceeded successfully in nearby towns, making the cancellation notable.

Inent Distict Nerse Smethport State Health Department Considenlio

Divorce Court Puts County in Glass with Reno

A disorderly court scene in Reno exposed 27 divorces in one session. Judge W Routan presided, with proceedings following a change of scenery and travel considerations from last week's session.

Regord Glass Reno Routan Arenaonis

Rummage Sale at St Luke's Parish House

Rummage sale by Tauke’s Celia veil on May 40 at 2100 at St Luke's parish house. Advetl 20.

Tauke Eelock St Luke's Partah House

Smethport Beats Masten Park in Big Track Meet Upset

Smethport runners dominated a crowded meet at Buffalo with Mundy clearing 11 feet 5 inches in the pole vault and Petruzzi setting a road jump record of 20 feet 4.5 inches. Masten Park's Harmon narrowly lost the mile while Mundy and Scott won multiple events. The meet featured strong showings from Wellsville and Newfane as conditions favored fast times.

Stredigart Scheels Mate Path Igh Suhkeal Buffalo Smethport Mate Mit Jewett High School Wellsville Smethwort Masten Newt Jup Phmius Mundy Smoothport. Com Howevar Inge Cott Sacer Petruzal Holgate Masten Park Tesephaon Hmpthaert Scott Man Sratt Pemuzzi Giehve Nile Hareerford Nourse Studholme

MR SCOTT NEARLY DIES FROM GAS POISONING INJURY

Merle Seats, a rising contractor near Mendon, Mass, suffered a severe stroke of brain poisoning after a hand injury while working on a well in the Kane hospital last week. He was treated and is improving as doctors expect a full recovery.

MR. Scott Merle Kane Hospital Atrick Mendis Mass Ivins Beall

New Pennsylvania motor law powers drivers and vehicles

Beavisburg May 14 Hundreds of decrepit and worn out passenger vehicles may vanish from Pennsylvania roads under Section 411 of the new motor code. The secretary of highways may suspend or refuse registration for vehicles deemed unsafe or not properly equipped. The law, signed by Governor Fisher, also adopts the Trevner code to standardize traffic rules. Section 605 sets school bus drivers at least 21. drivers under 21 are prohibited. Continued on last page Col 1.

Beavisburg Pennsylvania Secretary of Highways Highway Department Eave Mena

Smethport High senior class to present play and films

Smethport High School seniors plan events to fund their Washington trip. May 29 and 30 at Star Theater will show The Vanishing American, a famed Western, with admission 20 and 36 cents. A musical comedy entitle The Hurry is Bride will be staged at the Smethport Legion Lyceum on June 2, coached by Mrs. Irina Cather and Mrs. Lilli, featuring students rehearsing under notable faculty.

Smethport High School Washington Star Theater Smethport Raliichine Smethport Legion Lycrum Waithesdey Irina Cather Prac Chase H. J. Horkenberry Charlies Mra. Lilli Muarantog

Will Improve Star Theater Co. Project Under Way

The Star Theater Company plans interior work and decorative upgrades to the poplar playhouse. Alfred Johnson, local contractor, will direct the project which is set to modernize the venue and enhance its appeal in this region of the state.

Star Theater Co. Co Une Wieture Playhouse Alfred Johnson Ty State

Missionary Wil. Tells Of Escape From China

A missionary named Wil recounts his escape from China at a Sunday morning meeting at the Methodist church. The address highlighted dangers faced and the providential help that enabled safe passage, with notes on his journey and faith sustaining him through trials.

Wil China M. E. Ghurch

Unusual Lamb Crop Reported at Nearby Farm

Local farm reports an odd lamb crop with several twin births and a stray single lamb. Farm owner Fred Nesese notes the flock produced two sets of twins and one single lamb during the season, a surprising outcome for the area.

Fred Nesese Wreth Wey Cave Hydero Dunes

Big High School Class This Year Graduation Exercises

Smethport High School will hold commencement exercises at the Legion Lyceum on Friday evening June 16. A program is planned with a roster of seniors including Lynn Abimy, Tripkus Berk Crowell, Ada Downey, Clarence Gregory, Emil Johnson, Margaret Swanson, Ada Stidholme, and more. Class Day Exercises for 1927 are set for Tuesday, June 9 at the same venue with titles and roles assigned such as Historian Prank Spadatore Poet Emil Johnson Prophetess Alice Sallmert Artist Margaret Swanson and others.

Adl Smethport High Schoul Ganiml Legion Lyceum Thin Ye Aise Lynn Arisen Tripkus Berk Crowell Ada Downey Clarence Gregory Allee Hyllmerts Hal Tyde Hist Johnson Emil Johnson Finnery Mary LiNeridge Morton Maumdy Ada Stidholme Thongs Sullivan Margaret Swanson Glidys ‘Tanner Tare Priim Emiil Johnson Aliee Sallmert Denov Andrey Hyde iAda Studhalme Margaret Ilulb Growler Clarisan Backus

State Aid Money For County Roads

State officials announce a state aid appropriation of 5,000,005 to be distributed to counties on a mileage basis. Allocations show MekKean and adjoining counties with mileage figures and dollar amounts, including Potter and Warren counties. The plan requires local matching funds to begin construction and set contract timelines.

Starrisburg James Lyell Steart State Misher Commonwealth MekKean Ad- Jeining Aferican Potter County Warren County

Local men form Chase Glass Specialty Co

At a company meeting remaining local business men joined Chase Glass Specialty Co by buying surplus stock and capitalizing the firm. They plan maintenance and marketing of a new electric light bulb product invented by BG Chase of Smethport. Strong interest from major institutions and advertisers boost colored lighting designs. New members include SL Fry James Quirk FO Bae kuy Th McCaultey Rathbere IZ Munn and others.

Chase Glass Specialty CO Chane Giana Specialty Co Tela Belekae Ad- Corer Tir Hilites Nviska Advernae SL. Fry Daanes Quirk FO. Bae + kuy Th. £. McCaultey Rathbere IZ Munn Aad Dar Robert Mamill

Roosevelt Meeting in Port Allegany Tomorrow

A meeting of the Roosevelt association executive committee is planned in Port Allegany tomorrow. The event aims to discuss progress on a national campaign and efforts to raise support for the movement. The program includes remarks by key figures and updates on upcoming activities.

Roosevelt Asssne Port Allegany

Electricity Out Sunday Afternoon In Smithport Area

Local notices warn electricity will be shut off Sunday afternoon for repair work affecting areas in the Smithport region. City crews and contractors advise residents to plan accordingly as power restoration times are expected to follow completion of urgent maintenance.

Local flood relief drive grows with donations

Yesterday afternoon Wm F Sprott chaired Smethport Rel Gross noting $1637 raised in the district including Cales ville Coryville Farmers Valley and Hazelhurst for Mississippi flood victims. The Red Cross assists as daily reports recount worsening damage and the drive will continue.

Wm. F. Sprott Smethport Rel Gross Pamacrat Calesville Coryville Farmers Valley Hazelhurst Mississipai Pood Waters Red Grasa

Rotary Projects Up In The Air

Rotary members discuss converting the Canopus Club to a Rotary organization. No action taken on the proposed change as interest and membership drive efforts continue. News notes on local clubs and faculty involvement are included.

AL Nironanday Conopis Club Grand Central Hotel Mnamiay Noan W. A. Ross Ostrander Robert Hamilton Th J James Quiyk Canopus Branton Rotary Elk Rotary Sg Rotary Cenopus Mentern Travis Dreldenl Ronsevelt Mehwig Penaylvania Crubtles Ynen Ceoperary SD Tebute Buffalo Rochester Tarpantubton

Scarlet fever fears hit local community

The health authorities report several hospital cases amid rising scarlet fever concerns. Jack Peeler and Tah Peeler are named among affected residents. Hockraber and Hood family members also noted. Officials cite recent fever outbreaks and emphasize precautionary measures.

Court results show jail terms and fines in misc. cases

A rough court record details multiple defendants pleading guilty to felonies and misdemeanors. Shelvey received a two year term for burglary after his river voyage ended in a wreck. PaAsquale Cupulupd and Kane shoe pleaded guilty to related offenses with fines and months in jail. Valno and Mary Teound in Hazelhurst faces fines and six months. Mary Anund, aged 60, granted bench warrant and remains fugitively pursued. Judge Bartow and Detective Allison oversee these dispositions.

W. Bouton Aviary Shelvey Davestor Nyetor Ned Metz Allegheny Wittschwenh Nealy Tacaren Felinous Idolireans Shelvey Pittsburgh Hnr Bartow Hia Gvayrure PaAsquale Cupulupd Kane Rointy Uapert Boollesaing Allison Ngior Michael Valno Witt Mary Teound Covenant Yard Jodi Allison Hazelhursat Valno Enamty Mary Anund Flezeihuretsinnt Seuiet Daniel Bernard Alachiitron Benson Bernat Real Cola Creek Wesupnart

Local gar hits road barrier in storm at new Milwaukee highway work

Retiring from Bradford Storay evening EA Cole of Marvin Street drove into a barrier at the intersection under construction on the new Milwaukee road project near Farmers Valley. His car sustained heavy damage. it was towed to Smethhart Garage for repairs. No one was injured.

Bradford EA Cole Marvin Street Barayea Armers Smeth+hart

Grading Advances On Colegrove Road This Summer

Contractors progress on Colegrove Road with D Le Dennis of Bidred overseeing macadam surface work. Crews clear and grade the route, aiming for completion by summer despite weather delays. The project includes stone and slag base work and paving decisions by the state highway department.

le Dennis Bidred Tawar Crooky Coleareyves Progresa 4 Numvers Dehli Dannist

The Vanishing American Storthyort Stor

Wednesday and Thursday May 25 26 showings of The Vanishing American at the local theater. Admission prices listed as 20 and 30 cents with advance prints from Washington. Community notices advertise a benefice event and printing services for a Democratic job.

Storthyort Stor 'Thetter Benefe Fls Senior Glass Washington Trin Stind

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