Protests Rise Over Polling Places In Saloons
State authorities face protests from new women voters against saloon polling sites across districts. The McKean County Fair Association, led by Hon. R. W. Hilton and others, earns public praise for a successful fair with courteous treatment of exhibitors and horsemen, reflecting strong local support and gratitude.
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McKean County
R. W. Hilton
J. Fry
F. L. Holmes
E. W. Wrorkly
T. F. Hungiville
Lawrence Morrison
C. CG. Melvin
B. T. Garlick
S. H. Elder
Jones visits Smethport as election race tightens
Evan Jones of Bradford visits Smethport amid a heated campaign for Jas B. Connelly of Clearfield. The piece argues about labor battles, wage demands, and rising gun ownership, warning that concealed weapons raise crime and threaten society while urging action against gun carrying.
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Evan Jones
Bradford
Smethport
Mr. Jones
Jas. B. Connelly
Clearfield
Joseph Sibley
Jones
Gravel
Smethport Gas Co reaches supply deal with Crosby interests
Smethport residents welcome a new gas arrangement with Heinemann interests of Crosby that guarantees ample fuel for homes for years, easing concerns about future shortages as other towns face supply risks. The piece contrasts this with political chatter about Senator Harding and foreign policy reversals, noting the public rhetorical focus on national issues while local utilities secure long term energy.
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Smethport
Smethport Gas Co
Heinemann
Crosby
Politician Partisanship and Campaign Rhetoric Debate
A hostile op-ed criticizes partisan papers for attacking Governor Cox's character rather than issues. It argues Republicans block reconstructive legislation and push party control, while praising Democratic liberals and warning voters of partisan tugs affecting governance and World War veterans.
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Cox
United States
Washington
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Smethport Looks to Industry as Population Shifts
Census figures show MeKeeton county up about 1,086 from 1910 to 1920 while Smethport loses 254. The paper warns of a bleak industrial future without new ventures and urges concerted effort for revitalization, noting Port Allegheny and Kane growth and cautioning Smethport to awaken. Bradford faces heated debate over a 60 percent water rate hike for garbage collection, with council voting to raise rates despite opposition. The Democrat offers six months for $1.00.
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MeKteon
Smethport
Democrat
Sind
Port Allowany
Kane
Jewett
Bradford
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