Oil land sale nets $90,000 to Warren buyers in Bruin area
W. J. McKee completes the largest oil property sale in Butter county. Buyers B E Mitchell N Moore W S Work and F H Langworthy of Warren Pa acquire 400 to 500 acres with 27 wells producing about 100 barrels daily and four gas wells. The deal highlights a long investment history and unique Sunday drilling halt.
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Burien
Butter County
W. J. McKee
Messrs
B. E. Mitchell
N. Moore
W.S. Work
F. H. Langworthy
Warren
Bruin
Parker Township
Moke
McKee
Uniontown Gas Shift Spurs Local Uncertainty
Readers receive a notice that Southwest Natural Gas plans to terminate 14 contracts on October 5 as it transfers Uniontown supply to Fayette Fuel Gas. High pressure lines remain for outside town customers while West Virginian and Pennsylvania Railroad survey advances. Stockholder John C. Tencyck sees encouraging local support for grading and new mineral wealth along the route.
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Uniostows
Southwest Natural Gas Company
Office OF
South West Natural Gas CO
Southwest Natural Gas Co
Southwest Natural Gas
Uniontown
Fayette Fuel Gas Company
Southwest
West Virginian and Pennsylvania Railroad
Rolesha
Bruceton
Jobn C. Tencyck
New York City
Hope for relief funds in Johnstown as new housing opened
Johnstown residents cheer the speedy distribution of Red Cross relief funds and the opening of Kernville sleeping quarters for about 70 people. Washington and Philadelphia Red Cross members are in town. A new body was found this forenoon as cleanup accelerates with over 500 workers and additional teams soon.
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Johnstown
Washington
Philadelphia
Red Cross
Kernville
Lee
Prominent Morgan Farmer Fatally Stabbed by Niece
Special telegram reports Morgan County resident Frank Amos murdered near his home by his niece Mrs Hampton. She allegedly hacked him with a butcher knife, just after a lawsuit over costs had attracted attention. A pursuing party saw her fleeing as Amos died.
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Zanesville
Frank Amos
Morgan County
Mra Hampton
Mrs. Hampton
Amos
Hampton
Four Former Dixmont Patient Commits Suicide in Mansfield Valley
September report from Mansfield Valley notes John Sweeney, aged 49, discharged from Dixmont Insane Asylum eight months earlier, hanged himself from a stair banister after his condition worsened. He had been at Pittaburg residence and died in his home as his wife found him.
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Dispatch
Mansfield Valley
John Sweeney
Dixmont Insane Asylum
Sweenry
Sweeney
Ife
Pittaburg
Etecal
Disratcn
Castox
Casimer Ligwanswaky
Soueeies
Mary Glyon Charged in Pittston Poisonings
Mary Glyon of Pittston faced the Criminal Court on charges of poisoning her mother Mrs. Mary Creaghan of Scranton and implicated in the deaths of her father and mother-in-law in separate months. Prosecutors allege three murders by Mrs Glynn and her husband Edward to obtain life insurance. She pleaded not guilty as counsel was assigned.
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Wilersearee
Mary Glyon
Pittston
Mary Creaghan
Scranton
Beitg
Not Anxious for Sennaterial Honors In Delaware Nomination
Telegraph dispatches from Newark and Caston report Hon. Jo yin of Delaware nominated at a convention but unable to act further. A Canton official notes personal woes while Casimer Lig wanswaky dies by self inflicted gunshot at his home, after long asthma struggle. Delaware and Hudson Canal Company officers announce completed efforts in Wilkes Barre area.
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Newark
Joyin
Delaware
Adjustment of Col leries Nos3 and Sat Plymouth Workings
The interior adjustments after the serious cavern affect will allow employees to return to work. A few days will pass before nearly the entire force, about 1,000 workers, can be employed.
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Plymouth
Beyer Confident of Victory as State Treasurer Candidate
Special telegraph from Franklin reports Henry E. Beyer Republican candidate for State Treasurer and State Chairman Andrews meeting with prominent Republicans at the Exchange Hotel. Roper praises the party outlook and predicts Beyer’s November election as visitors proceed to Moreer.
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Teegram
Dispatch
Franklin
Henry EK. Beyer
Andrews
Exchange Hotel
Roper
Moreer
The Clever Circus Swindler Held on $1,000 Bail
Harry Lacy alias Harry Bertram, a bogus agent for Forepaugh’s Circus, appeared before Justice D. Phillips in Wheeling and was held for court in $1,000 bail after insisting he spoke for Forepaugh. Telegrams from Forepaugh’s camp deny any connection and call him a fraud. Fresh victims of his rascality are reported daily.
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Wheeling
Harry Lacy
Harry Bertram
Forepaugh
D. Phillips
Lacy
The
Clipper
A Colored Groom and a White Bride Walk 60 Miles to Marriage
Edward Williams, a colored man, and Even Cutlip, a white woman from Gilmer County, West Virginia, walked over 60 miles to Marietta Ohio to wed. They were penniless, had no food on the journey, and were married by Justice B E Guyton. They returned home on foot after the ceremony.
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Pape
Wakeling
Edward Williams
Even Cutlip
Gilmer County
Marietta
Justice B. E. Guyton
Westmoreland Institute Session in Greensburg
The Westmoreland County Teachers Institute is in session at Greensburg with 46 teachers in attendance. Other items note Columbus Lima and Milwaukee Railroad labor strike, Keesport firebug incident, Ironton furnace sold for 3000 dollars, Huntington Water Company contract for wells, Mrs. McKeever house fire near Markle, sheriff Mehl taking 16 convicts to various destinations including Morganza and Huntingdon.
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Westmoreland County Teachers’ Institute
Greensburg
Itallas
Columbus, Lima and Milwaukee
Ironton
Preston County
W.va
Ohio
Huntington Water Company
Huntington
W. Va
Cork Well Supply Company
St. Louis
Erie
Western Penitentiary
Larry Ward
Allegheny County
Eee
Morganza
State Industrial Reformatory
Huntingdon
Law Declares Assessment Upon Unknown Ownership Debate
Court of Common Pleas No 1 ruling clarifies the Pittsburg Virginia and Charleston Railway appeal against the City Board of Assessors. The decree vacates the prior valuation under a contested proviso and orders taxation on the same basis as neighboring properties consistent with last sale values.
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Court of Common Pleas
Pittsburg
Virginia
Charleston
Board of Assessors
Manor Street
Southside
City Board of Assessors
Act of Assembly
Ayer’s Hair Vigor Promises Hair Growth and Color
Advertised as a superior dressing to keep the scalp clean cool and healthy preserve hair color fullness and beauty. Several testimonials claim regrowth restored color and lasting results with minimal product use. Potential buyers urged to try the preparation for improved hair upkeep.
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Ayer
Andy
Melvin Aldrich
Canaan Centre
N. H
D. B. Williams
Esville
Texas
M. A. Bailey
Charles Strest
Haverhill
Mass
Family remembers Isabella Law 91 years in city history
Mrs. Isabella B. Law widow of James Edgar Law died aged 91 recalling a lineage from early American families. Born in Mifflin township she witnessed revolutions and Civil War losses, remembered Lafayette’s landing, a Pittsburgh steamboat debut, and her husband’s ties to local events. Funeral at granddaughter’s home then burial in Enon Valley.
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Harrisburg
Law
James Edgar Law
Presbyterian Church
Ree
William Magill
Clark Street
Enon Valley
Lawrence County
Largest Stock of Black Dress Goods at Jos. Horne & Co Penn Avenue
The ad proclaims the largest stock of black dress fabrics in Pittsburgh at Jos. Horne & Co. Penn Avenue Stores. It highlights novelties and a wide range from good to superfine in all wool and silk and wool varieties. Also promotes department suits kilts Fauntleroys and overcoats for boys aged 3 to 6 from Boees & Punt.
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Pittaburg
Jos. Horne & Co
Penn Avenue
Boees & Punt
Gretchins
Conemarras
Conema#tras
Newmarkets
DR. Jeager
Pennsylvania
Jaeger
Wall Paper Sales Offer From John Roberts
Fall paper sale advertised by John Roberts at 414 Wood St features US Fine French black cashmere wallpaper in 46 inch width with prices listed as 500, T5c, and 90c. Experienced decorators pledge satisfaction with a range from cheapest to finest options.
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John
Roberts
Wood St
Boces & Bunt
O Keefe Gas Appliance Co Advertises Large Range
The O keefe Gas Appliance Co announces new gas fires gas ranges and stoves with full delivery, claiming the largest finest and most complete assortment in the world. Located at 34 Fifth Ave the firm invites orders for immediate service.
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O'Keefe Gas Appliance Co
Marriage Licenses Granted Yesterday Across Several Townships
Yesterday's issuance lists numerous couples from Allegheny and surrounding areas. Names include Elizabeth Jones and James Blackburn in Keesport, Ellen Fawlke in Melosepost, James A. McMillen in Upper Clair township, Harriet McMillian in Upper St. Clair, Allee Conway in William drom, and many more in Pittsburgh, McKeesport, Woodville, East Deer, Millvale, and Mathering.
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Residenca
Serene Pusdute
Maria
Michael Balbrier
Barbara Huttel
Michael Their
Saseoe ‘ Mathering Bal
Ceresesseesessns
Obituaries notice for several local residents
Multiple obituaries dated September 15 to 17 report funeral details for Monda daughter of An a aaah and ery Bigenour aged 2 years 1 month 1 day. Many wife of Thomas Broderick aged in the cord year. E. Howard Cox aged 11 years 15 days. JosEPH Dale aged 7 years 9 months 22 days. Interments private or at St. Marys of Mercy Church. Funeral times and addresses given for each family.
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Ae Monda
Ana Aaah
Ery Bigenour
Pr. M
Henry Ruisse
Wylie Avenue
Broderick
Thomas Broderick
Éord
First Street
Pittsburg
St. Mary's of Mercy Church
M.A. Cox
Parents
Lawrence Street
Dale
Ey Joseph
Alice
Bessie Dale
Sherman Street
Forty-fourth
Forty-fifth
Gamrroth
Iss
Ha.m
ANXA
Ann Jaxe Gorrie
Robert Gorrie
Nineteenth Street
O'Hanlon
Francis
Penn and
Denniston Avenue
Weaver
Dar
Maggie Weaver
Fayette Street
City
New Adver Ringing Out Last Season Prices
A promotional notice promises rapid service and savings for buyers. It emphasizes space pressure in sales rooms and offers last season prices on standard goods, claiming the store’s reputation for quality and timely turnover. The ad hints at fashion changes and durability of current goods.
Limited ad speed boosts first-comer bargains
The note invites readers to be ready at the start on Thursday and reap advantages of early buyers. It touts rapid transit and mentions scores of bargains across departments, stressing limited newspaper and store space to push quick decisions.
6 Piece Parlor Suite in Plush Upholstery Sale
Parlor suite of 6 pieces in embossed plush priced at 40.00. Four piece set in Mohsh plush quality from last month originally 125.00 now offered at 75.00.
Furniture sale discounts on wood types and prices
Three pieces, Antique Oak or Imitation Mahogany, reduced from 30 to 27. Three pieces, Solid Walnut discounted from 50 to 38. Historic catalog note lists limited stock and savings.
Welcome to Pittsburg Cloth ing Hats Shoes and Furnishings
Public notice invites all strangers and citizens to browse the establishment with bags checked at their convenience. No obligation to buy and no charges for entry. The store aims to be a pleasant, handy stop within a hundred miles of Pittsburg, promising savings on clothing for all ages and a chance for a good time in the city.
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Pittsburg
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H. J. Mckee
Disfatch
Dixmont
Canton
Delaware and Hudson Canal Company
Beyer
Nene
deKeesport
Ryan & Son
Dr. J. C. Ayer & Co
Lowell
Druggista and
Perfumers
Blooker
Beecham
ALA Prugcists
Ees
Boecs & Buxl
James Archibald & Bro
Mitland
Third Avenue
Doses Avenue
Wmithfield St
Central Hovey
Riages
Peas
Insurance Co
A America, Jones
Western .Insurance Co. OF
Wood Street
Sce Ao Ee, Tedeems
WM. P. Hergert, Seow
Sixth Street
Penn Ave
Wales
Directoire
Boggs & Buhl
Federal St. Allegheny
C.P
BR. &G
Ball's
A. G Campbell & Sons
Penn Building
McClintock &Co
Fifth Avenue
Silesia
Fleishman & Co
Pittsburg, PA
Haines
A.J. Rankin
E. Holden & Co
E. Federal St. Allegheny
Kane
A. Kelly & Co
aedias-Us
Atent's
C. D. Li
Ist
Sveneumnen
Limbhiied
Ms Delay
Wm.Semple’s
Federal ST
Allegheny, PA
Horne& Ward
J. M. McClaren
Smithfield
Fourth Avenue
Epps
JAS. Mneil & Bro
Gusky
Rand Bargain Store
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