New SmethportBradford Highway Makes Rapid Progress
On the Smethport Bradford road between Smethport and Rew City rapid headway is reported from Farmers Valley to Rew City after a cement delay. Two new concrete bridges are planned, one near Farmers Valley already open. Grade work on Rew Hill advances with blasting and steam shovels. completion expected within four weeks. The project aims to create a scenic, modern highway, with emphasis on quality and labor stability amid transportation challenges.
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Smethport
Farmera-Villay
Farmers Valley
Rew City
Alereag
Rew Hill
Caleville
Row
Old Row City
Toyo
Alatader
Coleville
Hew City
Inn
Moving Norwich Houses to New County Town
Movements in Norwich after a fast log mill cut left many houses slated for removal. About thirty homes have been bought by alien parties and dismantled for relocation to Pot ter county. Parts of Norwich join the new States game preserve to be fenced and managed by game commission staff for wildlife propagation.
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Potter County
Norwich i 3
New States
The
Game Commission
Women must pay taxes to vote in November election
Notes explain that any citizen 22 or older who paid state or county tax within two years and met timing rules is eligible to vote. Borough tax must also be paid or penalties apply, with discounts only if paid by year end 1920. Women have equal suffrage and share the tax burden with men.
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Democrat
Smethport Stores Move to Six Day Week
The Wednesday afternoon closure of local shops is ending. From now on stores in Smethport will be open six days each week, ceasing the summer schedule.
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Smethport
Local Masonic Meeting Prominent in Chicago This Week
W F DuBosa H R Skinner D G Van De Boe and Tion F E Baldwin travel to Chicago this week for the 23 degree in Preo Masonry proceedings. The group represents Coudersport area lodges and is set to participate in key ceremonial work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Couderspore
W. F. DuBosa
H. R. Skinner
D. G. van de Boe
Tion
F. E. Baldwin
Chicago
Smethport Resident Undergoes Leg Amputation
Reports from Smethport indicate Wright House proprietor suffered amputation of his right leg above the knee due to an infection from a foot abrasion at Hanemann Hospital in Terrence N W. He rallied after the operation, with favorable word from his son Norman in Rochester. At 71, he is described as in fine physical condition with hopes for recovery.
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Smethport
Wright House
Hanemann
Railroads Weigh Closer Alliance Between B R & P and DLW
Rochester reports a potential closer working alliance between the Buffalo Rochester and Pittsburgh and the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroads. DLW would use BRP tracks into Rochester, following mutual inspections by executives William Noonan and DLW officials. Noonan said the rumor of a formal conjoinment is premature.
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Rochester
Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburgh
Delaware, Lackawanna & Western
William T. Noonan
New York
Noonan
D. L. & W. Ditielals Haa
Congoll
Happily Married As Smethport Bride Weds Frank L Geath
A home wedding on Tuesday September 29 1820 united Clytie Abbey and Frank L Geath of Corry Pennsylvania. The Rev Edmonds of Crosby M B church conducted the ceremony with close friends present. After a grand dinner the couple departed for a motor trip to the Thoveand Islands and St Lawrence region and will reside in Corry upon their return. The bride is a prominent Smethport social figure and Mr Geath a leading Corry businessman. The Democrat joins friends in extended wishes.
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Solemin
Clytie Abbey
Frank L. Geath
Corry
Edmonds
Crosby M
Geath
Thoveand Islands
St. Lawrence
Smethport
Democrat
East Street Bridge Finished By Local Contractor
East Street bridge construction by T. F. Hungsville is complete pending concrete work on 50 foot approaches. The $ sturdy structure measures 23 by 103 feet with an 18 foot roadway and 3 foot sidewalk. Reinforced concrete and brick paving promise heavy traffic support and ornate design. Hungsville completed the contract in record time despite summer handicaps and takes pride in the local project.
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T. F. Hungsville
East Street
Highway Department
McKean County
Hungiville
Nis
For Sale Heavy Draft Horses Offered by Samuel Fridney
Auction style notice from Norwich Pa. advertises for sale several heavy draft horses. Samuel Fridney is named as the seller with location Norwich and reference to Democrat ad page. Ongoing bargain pricing implied by listing.
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Samuel Fridney
Norwich Pa
Mt Jewett Edged by Smethport in 4 to 3 Affair
Smethport wins 4 to 3 as Moran stars at fair grounds. Mt Jewett and Smethport clash with Moran delivering key hits and leadership. Umpire and crowd observe a spirited game with McCarthy, Moran, and Walker among standout players.
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Wee Hern Moran
Fair Grounds
Tommie Clark
Moran
Stallings
Boston Braves
Connie
Philadelphia Athletics
Stalling
Connie Mack
Ume
Estos
Ridgway
Kane
Johnsonburg
Smethport
Mike” Keefer
Bhi Fuller
Herm
Pui
Bob
Louie
John Walker
Fair Ground
McCarthy
McGowan
P. Moran
McKenna
Peeler
V. Clark
Flrat Enck
Jewett
Clark
Herb Moran
Mt. Jewett
ME. Jewett AB. R.H. P.O. A. E. Burns
Simpking Ea
A. Peterson
Nelson
V. Clark Ib 3 0 6 MH 1 of Anderson of 4 0 6 0 D 0 Irvin
P. Peterson Ie
Smethport AB
H. P.O. Ale
H. Moran
Moran Mtef
L. Hull Ce
McGowan Tb
Pegler
Mmccarthy
Walker
BF DB IR
Hull Ff
Mrs Schoonmaker Announces Fall Line of Dreas Goods
Mrs Paul Schoonmaker invites neighbors to view a new fall and wine themed dress goods line and samples at her home. She offers in home viewing or payment by phone call to Ady 1b for arrangements.
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Paul Schoonmaker
Dreas
Frank McCarthy Undergoes Light Operation At Home
Frank McCarthy, a well known contractor in the community, underwent a light surgical operation at his East Street home Saturday performed by Dr. H. L. McCoy. Friends report he is showing marked improvement after the procedure. Autumn millinery is now ready for inspection and a Democrat offer is advertised by Mrs Clair Whit. readers are invited to take advantage.
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Frank McCarthy
H. L. McCoy
East Street
Clair Whits
Death of Mrs Stull in Smethport area obituary notice
The death of Mrs Ann Eliza Stull widow of James H Stull occurred at her daughter Grace Haskins home in Angelica New York on February 22 pneumonia was the cause She was born Ann Eliza Terry in Greens Broome County nearly 80 years ago She lived with her mother until coming to Smethport to be with her uncle Monty Rose She married Melvin Keyes of Eldred in 1850 and later James H Stull in 1870 They moved to Smethport about 36 years ago Four children survived from the marriage to Stull with two deceased She was a member of the Smethport judge L C T At The funeral was held at the home in Smethport Saturday at 2 pm with Rev N J Mack of the Baptist church officiating Interment was at Rose Hill cemetery Relatives from out of town attended including Mr and Mrs Clarence Miller Nathan Miller Earl and Ernest Miller Mrs Elma Whitney and her son Mrs B Frazer of Centerville NY, Mr and Mrs Howard Haymer of Pittsburgh NY, Mrs Sam Young of Canisteo NY, Mr and Mrs Raymond Haskins and Mr and Mrs Robert Haskins of Angelica NY, Mr and Mrs Mack Winder of Olean NY and Mr and Mrs Reuben Moses of Port Allegany
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Mis
Ann Eliza Stull
James H. Stull
Grace Haskins
Angelica
N.Y
Bent
Ann Eliza Terry
Greens
Broome
Ning
Smethport
Monty Rose
Rose Hill
Melvin Keyes
Eldred
George Howard
Fred H. Nourse
Keating Township
Grace Hawking
Clayton
Robert Hasking
Angelica, N
Mack Winder
Olean
Myr
Reuben Aloses
Port Albenny
Gas Rates Increase At Metaport Gas Co
The Metaport Gas Co announces a gas rate hike effective October 29 1920 from 37 to 42 cents per thousand cubic feet with a 2 cent discount if paid by the 16th of the following month. The tariff is filed with the Public Service Commission of Pennsylvania. Local supply is secured for years, and rates remain lower than most towns in the region.
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Metaport Gas Co
Putlic Service Commission
Pennsylvania
Morak Acain Next Sunday Game Preview
Arrangements set to bring the strong Gold Country team known as Rixford, recruited from Bradford area, to face Smethport next Sunday. The visiting side has beaten Smethport twice this season and aims to repeat. Herb Moran will again be in Smethport’s lineup. fans who saw him last Sunday are urged to attend. Smethport baseball team plans to show a solid performance and bids to deliver a strong showing.
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Rixford
Bradford
Smethport
Herb Moran
Tmne-Uyi
JOMAC OIL GO. GOOD WELL ON WRIGHT FARM
The Joeman Co led by A J Hyatt drilled a strong well on the Wright farm within the Marvin creek valley. It produced about 10 barrels per hour soon after shooting, drawing many locals to view the site. This is the third well on the leased property purchased from Glenn Oil Co, with two more wells planned immediately.
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Wright Farm
Marvin Creek
Onco
A. J
Jooman Co
Glenn Oil Co
Melisra
Bouton and
McCann
Idomac Co
Hoy
Toeditiona
Bradford War First Came Smethport Fumbles in Warm Bradford Bout
Smethport high school football was defeated 19 to 0 at Bradford by Hately ecora high. Weather hindered play as both teams fumbled and showed rough edges. Allison, captain of Smethport, led the drive though the season ends with promise for future meetings and stronger showings against top teams.
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Smethport High Schol
Bradford
Ecora
Kaing
Allison Ja
Woman Held in Westline Jail Delivery Plot
Captain Solt of Beadford police, Sheriff Mullery, and a Cattaraugus deputy captured Mrs. Julia Van Sceig at Westline on Friday. She is accused of smuggling a hacksaw into Little Valley jail to aid three inmates in a Tuesday night escape. William Van Senik, jailed for robbing motorists while posing as a prohibition officer, was implicated in the plan and may have tried to warn his wife. Mrs. Van Sceig was taken to Little Valley.
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Westline
Solt
Beadford Police Department
Mullery
Cattaraugus County
Julia van Sceig
Littis Valley
Little Valley
Yes
William van Senik
Julia van Senik
Olean
Peidoners
Mallory
Democratic Women Organize in McKean County
At the urging of Ada Cable and Mrs. Jane Foulke a McKean County Democratic women voters group was formed in Bradford. A roll call, resolutions praising eight years of Democratic administration, and Asher Joangon’s address preceded the permanent setup with Eliz a beth O Meara as chair, FL P Isherwood as secretary, and Charlesonwab as treasurer. Committees were named for each voting precinct, with Mrs. Chas. McKean appointed vice chair for Smethport borough.
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Democratic Women
Bradford
Ada Cable
Brice F. Sterling
Jane Foulke
Philadelphia
Women’s Organizations of
Pennsylvania
McKean County
Women's Club
Asher Joangon
Mias
Elizabeth O'Meara
FL P, Isherwood
Charlessonwab
Chas. McKean
Smethport
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Warren & Moore’ Company
Warren & Moore Construction Co
Smethport-Bradford Road
Warren & Moore
RS. Windsor
Norwich
Stull
East Smethport
Morak Acain
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