Idlewild Lutheran Day Draws Governor Beaver to Idlewild Picnic
A vast Idlewild crowd marks Lutheran Day with diverse denominations joining in. Governor Beaver attends and greets soldiers and citizens as Rev J L Smith and local clergy host ceremonies. Afternoon events include a Governor visit to Ligonier and a reception planned on his return east.
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Latrobe
Idlewild
Ligonier Valley
Pennsylvania Railroad
J. L. Smith
Ligonier
Smith
Beaver
Greensburg
Mr. Kemmerer
Pittsburg
Dra. Lund
Kounteman
Gresnevars
Mr. Byram
Arthur St. Clair
Striker Arrested After Abusive Naming At Beaver Saw Works
In Beaver Pennsylvania on August 14 a striker was arrested after a group of workers from Bridgewater shouted insults including the scab epithet at nonresidents waiting for the train. The saw works manager witnessed the incident and ordered the arrest amid jeers from onlookers.
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Diefatch
Bridgewater
Samone
Kidnapped Child Restored To Ill Mother In Erie
A cruel kidnapping case in Erie ended with a mother from Jamestown New York reuniting with her child. The abductors J C Beere and a woman posing as his wife took the child a month ago. The child, said to be theirs, was found in a city stranger after alleged abuse. The child was sent to the Home for the Friend Lona for care.
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J. C. Beere
Eric
Lona
Carrie Roward
Jamestown
N. Y
Erie
Etrancer
Farmer sues insurer for fifty thousand dollars
Horace A. Ticknor of Portage County faa ed suit against Lake Township Insurance Company for 50000 damages over an arrest in a test case. He alleges a conspiracy with M. M. Bauer and S. R. Hineman to injure him and force surrender of a dwelling policy. He also says he was charged before Ravenna's mayor with destroying a house and barn valued at 600 but insured for 675.
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Sipatch
AERON
Horace A. Ticknor
Portare County
Lake Township Insurance Company
Vate Agency
Can of Knor
M. M. Bauer
8. R. Hineman
Ravenna
Farmers of West Virginia form a state alliance
Charleston August 4 A secret session in Charleston gathered county farmers from eight counties to organize a statewide alliance. Fifty seven delegates from eight counties attended, chaired by EL Turner of Washington C, with Colonel Barbee noted as a figure present. First alliance had been formed about a year ago, growing to about 250 more by mid year and total membership around 1600.
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West Virginia
Charleston
Colonel Barbee
Wan
Bridgewater
Poe
Leased land near Ravenne to host coal operations
Diamond Glass Worma proprietor D C Coolman and son C H Coolman with James Jones sheriff of Portage county lease several hundred acres in Freedom township five miles north of Ravenna and plan immediate coal mining. A prior drift at the site reached a 1 inch coal vein years ago, with limited production due to funds. A four foot vein near the old drift reportedly drilled. The report also notes Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge session scheduled in Reading Pennsylvania.
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Ravessa
D.C. Coolman
Diamond Glass Worna
Ohio
C. H. Coolman
James Jones
Portage County
Freedom Township
Jones
Mormon Elders Visit Greene County Church
Two Mormon elders arrived in Greene county visiting Clarksville and Rogersville to preach their faith. They led a small meeting at the Christian Church in Clarksville with about fifteen attendees the first night and fewer the second. They claimed church duty requires two years of preaching away from home and receiving no church compensation. No conversions are reported in the county.
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Brigham Young
Greene County
Waynesburg
Clarksville
Christian Church
Rogersville
Young Man Forged Father-in-Law Name At Kempston Station
Alvin Krites once respected in the community is accused of forging his father-in-law Abraham Esta s name on notes totaling 1000 dollars at Kempston station. Banks hold the notes and authorities plan immediate action to bring him to justice.
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Lina
Alvin Krites
Kempston Station
Abraham Esta
Nurse Mary Leyda Suffering Violent Breakdown at Home
August 14 news reports state former Dixmont Hospital nurse Mary Leyda has become violently insane at her home in the city. Overwork and constant exposure to the insane at Dixmont are cited as causes. Dr. H. A. Hutchinson from Dixmont has arrived to treat her as her condition worsens.
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Franklin
Misa Mary Leyda
Dixmont Insane Asylum
H. A. Hutchinson
Dixmont
Fire at Dunbar Mine Expected to be Smothered Soon
Special Telegram reports the Hill Farm mine near Dunbar remains ablaze despite efforts. A large fan is in use and the mine is sealed. Officials expect the flames to be subdued in a few months. Families are provided for and over $10,000 has been collected for them.
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Dunbar
ScorrTpa
Augusta
Hill Farm
Multiple Local Incidents Reported From Bellaire to Ohio
A collage of brief notices cites a Bellaire fire damaging the goblet works with £30000 insured. A man named Charles Davy is killed while attempting to steal a ride on a freight train near Delphon, Ohio. A 20 000 donation targets a strawboard mill to avert 155 layoffs. An 80 year old deaf driver, Luxe Bruxwens, is seriously injured after driving into a train in Newark. The sheriff seizes property of John L Wagner’s hotel for Frank Kenren’s Pittsburgh road concern. A Green post master dies of typhoid. Work begins near Boston to rebuild the Draro coal works tipple, capacity 25 cars daily. An installment agent Josxix Wrent left Youngstown for Canada amid alleged shortfalls. Turnpike schemes threaten Stewartsville and nearby lines. Alliance authority signals possible abandonment of Fort Wayne yards due to local opposition.
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Bellaire
Charles Davy
Delphon
Hawes
Luxe Bruxwens
Newark
John L. Wagner
Fail of Green
Josee & Es ‘Galambas
Frank Kenren
Pittsburg
Shearmort
Sonatas
Greenock
Boston
Old Draro
Schoonmaker & Frick
Josxix Wrtent
Youngstown
Canada
Tee McKeesport
Circleville
Fight over Uniform Bill of Lading Settled
Shippers nationwide win a concession from railroads as the uniform bill of lading becomes negotiable removing the non negotiable clause. Carriers strike out not negotiable wording and bankers will now advance funds. Shippers seek further changes to liability and other contract provisions. Also noted is a sale on white celluloid brushes at a major department store.
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United States
Walker's Wax Soap Promises Gentle Cleaning
Advert describes Walker's Wax Soap as non-irritating and economical with broad household use. It claims thousands have tried it and will continue, urging readers to ask grocers for the product and noting Rosenbaum & Co. now offers related items.
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Walker
Ordin
Aary
Marriages and Obituaries in Allegheny area notices
A collage of marriage announcements and death notices lists names such as KEYSER MAGEE, McDONALD THOMPSON, SMITH MCCLELLAND, and GRAHAM. It notes August 1890 events by Rev Father O Connell and other clergy, with locations in Pittsburgh and surrounding towns, including Bellevue and Sewickley, plus funeral details and addresses.
Shortage at Latino counter sparks rush for goods
Excitement grows as demand outpaces supply with items expected to run out within days. Officials warn that many customers may be left empty handed if purchases aren’t completed quickly.
Linen week sale peaks at stores nationwide
The biggest Linen week ever seen in these stores features linen bargains by the score, drawing shoppers with extensive discounts and wide selection.
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P. S
Bargain Sale Items Fill Front Counter
Beginning at the front with a lot of Gents Scarfs Tecks and Puffs marked to 35c each. Boys Waists aged 11 12 and 13 offered now at 60c. Trimming counter offers trims 5c 16c and 25c per yard. Gutta-Percha Shields 8c a pair 75c per dozen. Infants Caps and Ladies London Shirts discounted to 75c. Boys and Men's Fancy Percale Shirts 75c each.
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