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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1914
Page
5
William Parker of Torpedo receives word his daughter is located in Dayton Ohio. She ran away last fall, reportedly with a married man. Parents not informed whether the man was in Dayton.
Lucy Tomsett of Tidioute has been discharged from Emergency Hospital after an appendicitis operation ten days ago and returned home. Mrs Albert Martin, also of Tidioute, is recovering rapidly and expected to leave the hospital within a few days.
Homewood Sanitorium directors met Saturday night but made no decision on rebuilding after the fire. They will wait for an insurance settlement before deciding whether to rebuild the institution.
More than 5,000 residents sign petitions in two days urging Erie court to require saloonkeepers to close at 10 PM. Erie has long observed a 12 midnight closing, but anti saloon activists push tighter limits and filed many petitions to support the change.
The Burgess and Sunbury Chief of Police announce banning gambling places slot machines and the tango and turkey trot in the town. Owners of dance halls plan to obey the edit and authorities are sincere in the action. Celoron Campaign Against Illegal Liquor Sales
The Sixteenth regiment National Guard of Pennsylvania will go to Washington next summer. A defense will be mounted by militia from Maryland Delaware Virginia and West Virginia with cavalry from Fort Myer Virginia to reinforce the capital.
Albert Nelson of Sheffield, who traveled to Sweden with brother Elof, reportedly killed himself on the steamer Lusitania between London and Liverpool and was buried at sea. He long worked in local lumber woods and never married, survived by three brothers Elof Axel and Fred Otto, and a sister in Sweden.
Flora Shepard of Brocton sues Lewis G. Lamphear of the same town for 5000 damages in a libel and slander action. She alleges a mailed letter damaged her reputation and that the case was addressed in special term before Justice Wheeler. An anonymous letter promising an outing was received by the plaintiff.
E. D. Everts has disposed of his interests in the E. D. Everts Hardware Company and has retired from management. His successor has not been named.
Adelbert Arnold of Russell dislocated his arm after falling from a sled while coasting downhill on Sunday. Dr. C H VerMilen attended the boy, who rested at home with his mother Mrs Addie Arnold.
Grand Valley Odd Fellows announce a large Friday evening gathering with their lodge. Delegations from Warren and other areas are expected for an all night session with a detailed program.
August Scott of Sugar Grove died Tuesday morning at 8 40 due to heart trouble at age 79 years 6 months 4 days. He came from Sweden in 1871 and resided in Sugar Grove. Survived by wife Christine two sons Emile and Albert Scott of Sugar Grove and daughter Mrs John Backstrand of Los Angeles California.
Independent baseball teams of northwestern Pennsylvania plan a February 25 meeting in DuBois. Representatives from Reynoldsville Punxsutawney Johnstown Clarion New Bethlehem Brookville Indiana St Marys Oil City Franklin Warren Meadville Jamestown are expected to attend to strengthen the league and push a fast new season.
Venango County is expected to bear the expense of caring for leper Frank Syracusa found in Oil City. The case cites a 1907 Harrisburg precedent where Chinaman Mock Sem was funded by the county for eighteen months before his death, implying Venango must cover Syracusa’s care.
County superintendent C. S. Knapp announces dates for a county uniform examination for eighth grade pupils. The seven month term districts test on March 20 and eight month term districts on April 2.
John Langdale, Langdale farm proprietor above North Warren, had a narrow escape when the ice broke as he drew a pail of water from Conewango Creek. The eight foot deep water and his weighted boots hindered his attempt to reach shore, but he managed to get out.
Easter Sunday falls on April 12 this year, three weeks after last year’s March 22. Proposals to fix a fixed date name the first Sunday after April 1 as Easter Sunday, with April 7 seen as a probable reference point for Christ’s death and broad support for aligning the date.
The Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce plans a May trade extension tour to 18 or 20 towns in western Pennsylvania and western New York. The aim is river and canal improvements to enable regional shipments through the Panama Canal. The trade extension committee led by Harry W. Neely will visit Beaver Falls to Butler from May 26 to 29 in order.
The Amber Oil and Realty Company refinery at Stoneham starts actual oil refining. It is owned by E. N. Smith of Warren and marks a new industrial operation in the area.
The Franklin Hospital resumes operations after a two month closure due to scarlet fever among nurses. Four nurses were ill at once. The building was fumigated and cleaned under the State Board of Health guidance.
The Men’s Bible Class of the First M. E. Church invites Warren Riley R. Ross of New York City to speak on February 24 in the church auditorium. His talk is titled A Business Man's Estimate of a Great Man, with the Grand Army of the Republic invited to attend.
Alfred Severian, head of the Franklin Italian Band, sues the Commercial Hotel of Franklin for 3000 dollars alleging injuries from a bartender serving brass polish mistaken for whiskey. He says the substance burned his mouth throat and stomach impairing his ability to work and digest food, claiming permanent injury.
Miss Lillian Brockway will sail from New York on March 28 with Miss Frederica Cobb of Titusville. They will visit Naples Rome and Florence to study French and Italian and travel to Lake Como for warm weather before returning to Florence for the holidays.
The Milford Virginia and Lily Dale New York communities report the deaths of Jacob Knopf at 97, his burial in Oakland, and of William McCray born 1842 who died in Lily Dale. McCray served in the Civil War and was active in the G.A.R. and Spring Creek Congregational Church with funeral at Spring Creek Church led by Rev Kirkland.
The postmaster general issued an order allowing printed matter to be mailed via parcel post at 1 cent per two ounces up to four pounds. Items over four pounds move to fourth class parcel post rates. The limit for miscellaneous printed matter is four pounds. heavier items fall under fourth class pound rates.
The new principal of the Clarion Norman school has begun his thirtieth year of experience guiding teachers in Pennsylvania. He promises to aid those not yet graduates. Spring term begins Tuesday March 24. Write for particulars to Andrew Thomas Smith Clarion Pa.
Local newspaper promotes its status as the most widely read paper in the county, inviting readers to subscribe for comprehensive coverage and community updates.
Former Warren and Grand Valley resident Miss Jennie Thompson died in New York after a brief illness. She last served as a copyist at the Warren Recorder’s office before becoming a nurse at Children’s Village Hospital. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A R Thompson of Grand Valley and is survived by two sisters and a brother in Grand Valley.
Warren County township supervisors are summoned to meet March 10 in the Court House to discuss county organization. State Highway Department official to discuss convention questions. Hosted by Attorney John Siggins, solicitor for the County Commissioners, aiming for full attendance from all townships.
A roller skating rink on Clark Street by Stone and Meas opens this Saturday. The 83 by 50 foot hall features a smooth floor, blue tinted walls and ceiling, 33 lights, an oak electric organ on a balcony, and efficient heating and ventilation. 500 pairs of Winslow skates are provided to meet demand.
Washington report cites Secretary Wilson advising Speaker Clark that Congress should raise admission standards to exclude immigrants unable to pass Army physical tests. He argues a uniform standard would curb Asiatic and laboring immigration while honoring treaties, and urges emergency passage of pending bills amid rising Asian arrivals.
Secretary Wilson proposes amendments to close the back door to the Continental United States via the Philippines. He argues immigration rules should prevent Hindu laborers from entering the Pacific Coast while not disturbing current Japan arrangements. He expects no British protest given colonial Hindu restrictions.
Gerald Wright, sealer of weights and measures, examined many scales in Warren County stores and condemned numerous scales and measures. Passed tools are sealed with the official seal and stamped with the inspection date.
A two story frame block in Lander built by the Lander Building Association is nearly done. Mahan and Nelson, general merchants, will occupy the ground floor with stock moved in. The second floor will host Lander Lodge No. 1185, Independent Order of Odd Fellows.
Letters testamentary on Lydia M. Smith estate in Corydon Warren County Pa granted to Karl A Krantz executor. Creditors must pay promptly and claimants present their demands properly authenticated for settlement. Warren Pa Jan 9 1914. Feb 1961 Executor Karl A Krantz.
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