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    1. Re: [PABLAIR-L] ST JOSEPHS
    2. DOES ANYONE HAVE A BOOK ON THE CEMENTARY AT GALLITZIN PA ST JOSEPHS IN COUPON PA ACTUALLY.THE POLISH ONE NOT THE ENGLISH ONE.AM LOOKING FOR HADDOCK BERTHA AND JOHN.THANK YOU HELEN HADDOCK FISHER IN ALTOONA PA

    04/20/2003 03:49:37
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Re: PABLAIR-D Digest V03 #132
    2. Ann and Doug Denson
    3. I think that is the Wye Motel that some else referred too. It is an older motel, I have stayed there at least twice, it has always been clean. The Hoss's Restaurant just north of that motel has a lot of old photos on their walls. Ann

    04/20/2003 03:31:27
    1. Re: [PABLAIR-L] Hotel near BCGS
    2. In a message dated 4/19/2003 12:43:29 PM Eastern Standard Time, ELeo101632@aol.com writes: > There is also a smaller hotel near the Comfort Inn in Duncansville, along > the > main road, sorry I don't know it's name. It isn't as fancy as the Comfort > Inn, but it is clean and cheaper. > > Ellen > > Are you thinking of Wye Motel?

    04/20/2003 11:38:27
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Richard McClelland Simpson Sr.
    2. Richard McClelland Simpson III
    3. Hello, all... I am new to this list, and was just wondering if anyone out here can help me. The Altoona Mirror archives do not include Obits from December, 1999. I am looking for the one of my grandfather, Richard Simpson, who died on December 22, 1999. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you in advance. Richard McClelland Simpson, III

    04/20/2003 10:45:00
    1. [PABLAIR-L] 1900 census LEONARD children
    2. Stan Ingram
    3. Hi List Could some kind person who has asess to the1900 Pa census check the dates of birth for these children Parents were James B LEONARD born 1841- died August 08, 1928 Blair Co Pa & Martha Elizabeth AIKEN born June 27, 1852 --died January 06, 1929..Blair Co Pa Their children were 1. Dessie LEONARD 2.Lydia LEONARD 3.Chester LEONARD These children above weren't listed in the 1880 pa census.. the ones listed were 1.Anna LEONARD 1865 2.Howard S LEONARD 1867 3.William LEONARD 1870 4.Margaret LEONARD 1874 5.Charles Luther LEONARD 1876 6.Eliza LEONARD 1879 >From another record was 7.John Garfield LEONARD 1882 Thanks for any Info and have a Happy Easter Stan Ingram 11704 Rt 6 Corry Pa 16407 n3wna@erie.net SEARCHING THESE SURNAMES Willing to share Info & do Lookups ALLEN & VANPELT Stuben Co NY & Potter & Tioga Co Pa BROWN--Pa BURNS--Pa DAVIDSON--Pa DAVIS--Centre & Chester Co Pa DERR---Pa GARBRICK--Pa HARRO--PA & Minn HICKS--Pa HOLLOBAUGH--Pa HUGHES--Pa INGRAM-Chester & Centre & Blair Co Pa JONES--Pa KEITH-NY & Huntingdon & Blair Co Pa LATCHFORD--Pa LYKENS-NY & Pa LEONARD--Pa MILLER--Pa PATTERSON-Alleg & Blair Co Pa POTTER--Pa PLUMMER--Pa SHAWLEY--Pa SOCIE--Pa SUTCHE--In WAY--Chester & Centre & Blair Co Pa

    04/19/2003 09:59:08
    1. [PABLAIR-L] RILEY
    2. kathryn hamby
    3. Hello! I am still trying to research JACOB ROBERT RILEY b abt 1915 he married ETHEL L CLAPPER abt 1949 in or around Altoona. I cannot find ANY info about him or his family. if anyone could give me any help or hints I would be very greatful!!! Thank you Kathy

    04/19/2003 02:23:11
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Ebensburg Sky, 1831
    2. County Meeting The Citizens of Cambria County, opposed to Free Masonry and other secret Societies, are requested to meet at the house of William Graham, in the Borough of Conemaugh, on Saturday the 30th, inst., at 6 o'clock, P. M. for the purpose of appointing three delegates to meet a like number from Somerset county, at Stoystown, on Tuesday the 2d of August next, at two o' clock P. M. to put in nomination two suitable persons to be supported at the next general Election as Candidates to represent the Counties of Somerset & Cambria in the next Legislature. By request of the anti-masonic Committee of Cambria County. July 21, 1831 ------------------------ FOR SALE A Corner Lot in the Borough of Ebensburg, on which is a one story LOG HOUSE and a good well of water thereon.--Also, a four horse Farm Wagon. For terms apply to the subscriber in Ebensburg. R. Humphreys. ------------------------------------------------------------------ FOR SALE A Tract of Land containing sixty-six acres, adjoining lots of the Borough of Ebensburg. On this property there has been erected a two story squared Log HOUSE AND BARN. There is a Well of excellent water near the house-a small orchard and about thirty acres cleared, in good cultivation, and enclosed with good fences. For terms of sale apply to the subscriber living on the premises. JOHN TODD -------------------------------------------------- FOR SALE The subscriber has on hand a quantity of BACON AND FLOUR which he will sell at a reduced price for cash. A. Downing ------------------------------------ We are authorised to state that DAVID SOMMERVILLE of Susquehanna Township, will be a Candidate for the office of COMMISSIONER of Cambria County, at the next general election. ----------------------- We are authorised to state that WILLIAM HUDSON will be a candidate for COUNTY COMMISSIONER at the approaching election. -------------------------------------- We have been authorised to inform the Citizens of Cambria County that ARTHUR M'CONNELL of the township of Cambria, is a candidate and solicits the suffrages of the people for COMMISSIONER at the next general election. --------------------------------- COMMISSIONER. We are authorised to state, that JOSEPH MAGEHAN, of the town of Loretto, will be supported for the office of COMMISSIONER at the ensuing election. By Many ----------------- At the solicitation of a number of the citizens of Cambria county, the undesigned has determined to stand a poll for the office of SHERIFF at the approaching electio.--If elected he pledges himself to perform the duties of the office with fidelity. PETER COLLINS, Munster, July 21, 1831 ---------------------------------------------------------- SHERIFFALTY. We have been requested to state that ROBERT P. LINTON, of the Borough of Conemaugh, is a candidate for the office of SHERIFF of Cambria County, at the ensuing general Election, and will be thank for the support of his fellow Citizens. ----------------------------------------------- MARRIED At Erie, Pa. on Thursday evening the 21st inst., by the Rev. Joseph S. Barns, Mr. BENJAMIN ANDREWS, of Blairsville, Editor of the Conemaugh Republican, to Miss LAURA, daughter of Mr. David Sanger, of the former place. ---------------------------------------------------------- Wanted Immediately 100 HANDS The subscribers will pay $15 per month for one hundred Hands to work at Locks No. 12, 13 and 14 in the vicinity of the healthy town of Williamsburg, Huntingdon county, and on Sections No. 52 and 43 four miles below Williamsburg. LO?GHREY, WILKISON & Co. -------------------------------------- We are authorised to state that JOHN LITTLE, of Allegheny township, will be a candidate for the office of COUNTY AUDITOR at the ensuing election. ------------------------ TO MY CREDITORS Take notice that I have applied to the Court of Common Pleas of Cambria County, for the benefit of the insolvent laws of this Commonwealth, and that the Court have appointed Monday, the 3d day of October next, for hearing me and my Creditors at the CourtHouse in the Borough of Ebensburg-when and where you may attend if you think proper. SAMUEL LOVE ------------------------------------ Annie Whiteman PABlair Rootsweb List Administrator Annie Whiteman/Steve Patz Blair County Coordinators http://www.rootsweb.com/~pablair

    04/19/2003 12:53:49
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Obituary
    2. I would love the obituary on Harry Walter - 1933 posted 4/19 Thanks, Ellen at eleo101632@aol.com

    04/19/2003 10:50:11
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Hotel near BCGS
    2. There is also a smaller hotel near the Comfort Inn in Duncansville, along the main road, sorry I don't know it's name. It isn't as fancy as the Comfort Inn, but it is clean and cheaper. Ellen

    04/19/2003 06:42:07
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Obits~Blair and surrounding areas
    2. I have the following obits, if you would like a scanned copy, please email me offlist. Anthony Nunnari (Somerset Co.) Clair Ickes, 1991 (Claysburg) Milda Nicholson, 1939 (Hummel) Thomas T. Blair, 1955 Wilkinson Nicholson, (Clymer) William Kirsch, 1991 (Cambria Co.) William Nesbitt, (Hooverville) Alice Reigh, 1997 (formerly of Altoona) Anna McMullen, 1957 (FL, formerly of Blair Co.) Charles Mellott, 1957 (New Enterprise) Eleanor Miller, 1957 (Tyrone) Florence Moorehead, 1934 (Claysburg) Harry Walter, 1933 Jacob Mentzer, 1957 J. Albert Winter, 1997 John Dickson, Mary Hair, 1940 Mary Gearhart, 1937 Mildred Kelly, 1997 Ray McDonald, 1998 (Hollidaysburg) Robert Hartzell, 1940 (Hyndman) Samuel Snyder, 1952 William Horner, 1940 (Bedford) Annie Whiteman PABlair Rootsweb List Administrator Annie Whiteman/Steve Patz Blair County Coordinators http://www.rootsweb.com/~pablair

    04/19/2003 04:52:24
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Altoona Tribune, 1886
    2. Several Accidents James Kaylor, residing at No. 1305 1/2 Ninth avenue, employed as a blacksmith in the upper shops, was accidentally struck between the eyes Thursday by a sledge and in consequence his forehead was very severely bruised. His hurts were dressed by the company physician. On Wednesday while making secure the pulleys, etc., of a new bolt machine being erected in the lower shops George Gilbert, residing at No. 413 Second avenue, had two wounds made in his scalp and also had his left hand badly contused by the breaking of a beam to which the pulleys were attached. Those who have been working at this new machine will have reason to remember it for the second accident occurred yesterday of which it was the cause. While Harry Folk, foreman of the blacksmiths, was working at it Thursday he had his left arm badly bruised. ------------- Hainey-Burns Thursday evening at half-past 8 o'clock Mr. John Rainey and Miss Adda Burns were married at the residence of the bride's parents on Fourth avenue, between Eighth and Ninth streets. the ceremony was performed in the presence of a small company of friends by Rev. M. J. Firey, pastor of the First Lutheran church, of which church the contracting parties were members. Immediately after the ceremony the bride and groom and the assembled guests seated themselves before a magnificent repast, which included all the delicacies as well as the substantials of the season. The groom is the son of Mr. J. F. Rainey, of 1104 Thirteenth avenue, and the bride is the daughter of Mr. David Burns. Both are worthy young people, and deserve all the good luck and prosperity which their friends wish them. ------------------------------------ An Unknown Italian Hurt The Altoona hospital has another patient in the person of an unknown Italian who was hurt on Thursday at the Madara branch of the Tyrone and Clearfield railroad, which extends from Madara to Pine Run. How the accident occurred is unknown, but the Italian had his left arm broken in two places between the elbow and wrist, and was also hurt in his right side and right leg. He has only been in America three months, and has not yet mastered the intricacies of the English language. He is receiving all necessary attention at the hospital. -------------------------------------------------- Painfully Burned The residence of Mr. Frank Tomlinson and family is at the corner of Seventh avenue and Sixteenth street. On Monday morning at half-past 5 o'clock Mrs. Tomlinson was descending to the first floor of the building from her bedroom and while in the act of blowing out the light the lamp in her hands exploded. The burning oil was thrown over her clothing and in consequence her left arm was severely burned and her body also suffered from the flames. Hearing her screams her husband hastened to her rescue and by hastily throwing some carpet over the flames were smothered and further injury avoided. Dr. John T. Christy was summoned and did all in his power to alleviate her sufferings. Her injuries will confine her to her bed for several days. Yesterday she was resting comfortably. Her escape from far more serious hurts was providential. ----------------------------------------------------------- The New Officers of the Equitable At the annual meeting of the Equitable loan and building association, held last evening, the following officers were elected to serve for the ensuing year: President, A. F. Kerr; vice president, W. F. Eberle; secretary, H. L. Nicholson; treasurer, S. J. Westley; directors, B. M. Blake, G. R. Lingenfelter and S. M. Hoyer; auditors, John McNevin, J. B. Cole and G. R. Lingenfelter. --------------------------------------------------------- Fine Cattle Mr. J. Levan Metzgar, the hardware merchant, on Wednesday, brought to Altoona three cows and a calf of the Holstein breed, which he recently purchased in New York state. They are the finest of the breed we have yet seen in this county. For the bull calf he paid $200. Mr. Metzgar took them to his farm in Fostoria. Annie Whiteman PABlair Rootsweb List Administrator Annie Whiteman/Steve Patz Blair County Coordinators http://www.rootsweb.com/~pablair

    04/18/2003 01:50:30
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Obits~Blair and surrounding areas
    2. I have the following obits, if you would like a scanned copy, please email me offlist and include the name and date sent to the list. George Wike, 1863 (Huston Twp.) James Beyer, 1863, son of George and Elizabeth Kessler Beyer. Samuel J. Miller, 1905, son of Samuel Miller, husband of ??? Harvey. Anne Williamson, 1886 (Gallitzin), wife of Samuel Williamson. Chester Kurtz, 1913 (Hollidaysburg), son of George and Katherine Kurtz, husband of Ada Brant. Anna Esterly O'Palka, 1945 (Johnstown), daughter of Jacob and Mary Albrecht Esterly, wife of Gustav O'Palka. Daniel P. O'Leary, 1945 (Bellefonte), son of Lawrence and Honora Arundt O'Leary, husband of Alice Stover. Margaret Yenter Ott, 1945, daughter of Zacharia and Annie King Yenter. Margaret Nobel Ollinger, 1945 (OH), daughter of Frank and Catherine Rubly Nobel, widow of John Ollinger. John W. Hay, 1918, son of John and Catherine Hays, widower of Emma. John Ritz, 1913 (Hollidaysburg) Charles Focht, 1918 (Hollidaysburg) John W. Querry, 1918 (Roaring Spring), son of Thad and Carrie Querry. Richard Felton, 1990 (Breezewood), son of Franklin and Mildred Nycum Felton, husband of Dorothy Foor. Norman C. Albright, 1990 (Roaring Spring), son of Charles and Annie Keiper Albright, husband of Lela Harbaugh. Walter Johnson, Jr., 1990 (Everett), son of Walter and Sylvia Redinger Johnson, husband of Minnie Foor. James W. Jones, 1990 (Bedford), son of Harry and Ollie Hazelette Jones, husband of Neva Hartman Lane. Robert H. 'Jerry' Middleton, 1990 (Hyndman), son of George and Hannah Weinbrock Middleton. Stephen Urish, 1990 (Revloc), son of John and Antonia Holiday Urish, twice married; Jane Napeierski, Myrna Whysong. Donald Egolf, 1990 (MD, formerly of Bedford), son of James and Mary Hull Egolf, widower of Sara Pease. William Walter Breth, 1918, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Breth, husband of Linda Parks. Charles Amrhein, 1918, son of William and Minnie Amrhein. Annie Whiteman PABlair Rootsweb List Administrator Annie Whiteman/Steve Patz Blair County Coordinators http://www.rootsweb.com/~pablair

    04/18/2003 01:47:52
    1. Re: [PABLAIR-L] 1860 & 1900 Census look up
    2. abbybowman
    3. I am forwarding 1870 images to your personal email. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Glorygirl" <GJWEISS@hargray.com> To: <PABLAIR-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2003 9:09 PM Subject: [PABLAIR-L] 1860 & 1900 Census look up > I hope someone will be able to help me. I am trying to find the family of William Scutchall. > > In 1880 William Schutchall is age 45 with wife Rebecca age 25 living in Rodman Furnace, BlairCo. PA with children: Jennie age 14, George age 12, Angus age 7 & Joseph age 3. Either 2 of these children are from William's previous marriage or Rebecca's age of 25 is wrong. > > I was told that William was born about 1825 & in the 1860 census he is living in Springfield Furnace, Woodbury Twp., Blair Co. with wife Mary & children James & William. Then in 1870 he is living in Logan Twp., Blair Co. PA. but I havve no family names for this census. > > He was to have a son, Robert born September 05, 1851 who latter spelled his last name as Skutchall after he married Rebecca Summers. In 1880 They are living in Hollidaysburg, Blair Co. PA where their last name is spelled Sketchall. > > I sure hope someone can straighten this all out for me. > Gloria > > > ==== PABLAIR Mailing List ==== > Access all PA Data boards here: > http://www.pa-roots.com/data.html >

    04/17/2003 02:57:20
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Altoona Mirror, 1891
    2. The alley between Tenth and Eleventh avenue and Eleventh and Twelfth streets has been graded preparatory to be paved, but there the work has stopped and the alley is now no better than a mud hole. This work should go on at once whether the railroad track is laid or not, and the proper parties should bestir themselves in the matter. ------------------------------------------------------ ADJOURNED ARGUMENT COURT Business Transacted by the Bench and Bar Yesterday. An adjourned argument court was held at Hollidaysburg at 9 o'clock yesterday morning, Hon. John Dean presiding. Motions and petitions were presented as follows: T. B. Fancher, guardian of Jesse and Laura Bowman, was given leave to join real estate in Altoona. Execution of Workingmen's Loan and Building Association vs. Mrs. C. Lockard, plaintiffs were given leave to proceed on writ and defendant has six months to redeem property should sale be had. In the case of J. M. Thornton & Co. vs. Myers Brothers, the recognizance for stay of execution was approved. An interpleader rule was awarded on the parties in the execution of J. I. Barley vs. J. B. Sickles. Robert W. Smith, esq., was appointed auditor to decide exceptions and distribute funds in the hands of the Sheriff arising from sale of personal property of Lewis and J. R. McMullen. The assignee of J. R. Kemp was directed to pay the first mortgage creditor amount of claim. The report of John Loudon, L. P. Work and John O'Toole, viewers in the extending, laying out and opening Eighth street, Altoona, between Howard avenue and Fairview avenue, was confirmed. The report of George A. Patton, John O'Toole and J. Levan Metzgar, viewers in the extending laying out and opening of Beale avenue, between Twenty-fourth street and Union avenue, Altoona, assessing damages due A. A. Stevens in $1,000 was confirmed. In the estate of George Erb, deceased, the administrator was directed to pay the costs of auditor, not affected by exceptions. The return of Sarah Calvert, executrix of John S. Calvert, in order of sale, was confirmed. In the estate of John S. Calvert, dec'd., certain amendments of the record were allowed. J. L. Henry, S. C. Stewart and Benj. Calderwood were appointed viewers for the vacation of a public road in Snyder township. J. L. Henry, Sanford Stonebraker and W. F. Taylor were appointed viewers for the vacation of a public road in Antis and Snyder townships. In the execution of J. G. Walker vs. Thomas Wilt, the plaintiff was directed to proceed with his writ. A nolle pros. was entered in the case of Commonwealth vs. Eugene A. Balmert. The bond of J. D. Hicks, administrator of Daniel Hahn, for sale of real estate approved. In the execution of Franklin Loan and Building Association vs. S.S. Beamer, the Sheriff was given leave to amend his return. The bonds of John W. Bracken, guardian of Mary and Helen Colburn, were approved. E. M. Amies, esq., was appointed auditor to liquidate the judgment of the Workingmen's Building and Loan Association vs. Mrs. C. Lockard and to determine amount due and unpaid. D. B. Barnett's use vs. J. W. Lykens, Rule to show cause why judgment should not be opened to defendant let into a defense. This case was argued and decree was held over until the first day of June term. --------------------------------------------- Annie Whiteman PABlair Rootsweb List Administrator Annie Whiteman/Steve Patz Blair County Coordinators http://www.rootsweb.com/~pablair

    04/17/2003 01:33:06
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Obits~Blair and surrounding areas
    2. I have the following obits, if you would like a scanned copy, please email me offlist and include the name and date sent to the list. Annie Wilt Conrad (Cambria Co.) Carrie Orange Reifsteck Catherine McFadden Harrison Charles Harmon, (Fulton Co. native) Charles Hill Daniel Carriero, 1953 Domenic Castagnola, 1953 Dora M. Hite, (Cambria Co.) Dr. S. Palmer Carter, 1953 (Juniata) Florence Heinz George Hoar (Meyersdale) George W. Tiffany (Juniata) Harry Colbert Harry Hartman, (Lakemont) Ira Mentzer, 1999 John Campbell, (Bellwood) John R. Miller Ketarah Stevens Campbell Laura Calderwood, 1953 Lennie Caldwell Martha Brantner Pittman Mary Diltz Pittman, 1966 Mary Stoehr Mendell Pittman Myrtle Hohlwick Nicholas Hossfield Palmer Pittman, 1976 (Bedford) Paul Hudak (Portage) Rachel Pittman, 1950 (Clearville) Shirley Lattieri, 1999 William S. Sharp Annie Whiteman PABlair Rootsweb List Administrator Annie Whiteman/Steve Patz Blair County Coordinators http://www.rootsweb.com/~pablair

    04/17/2003 01:31:02
    1. Re: [PABLAIR-L] Allegheny City 1808
    2. Jenner
    3. There was an Allegheny City, but it was not in Blair Co. It was in Allegheny County. It is what is now called the North Side in Pittsburgh. It is directly across the Allegheny River from downtown Pittsburgh. Where the sports stadiums are located now is what used to be called Allegheny City. ----- Original Message ----- From: Morris LeFever <habitat@eoni.com> To: <PABLAIR-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2003 5:30 PM Subject: [PABLAIR-L] Allegheny City 1808 > Was there a place in what may have been Huntingdon County PA in 1808 and now > possibly Blair Co. called ALLEGHENY CITY? Or was that person referring to > the place he probably left named Allegheny Township? Thanks, Morris > LeFever > > > ==== PABLAIR Mailing List ==== > Access all PA Data boards here: > http://www.pa-roots.com/data.html > >

    04/16/2003 12:12:10
    1. [PABLAIR-L] 1860 & 1900 Census look up
    2. Glorygirl
    3. I hope someone will be able to help me. I am trying to find the family of William Scutchall. In 1880 William Schutchall is age 45 with wife Rebecca age 25 living in Rodman Furnace, BlairCo. PA with children: Jennie age 14, George age 12, Angus age 7 & Joseph age 3. Either 2 of these children are from William's previous marriage or Rebecca's age of 25 is wrong. I was told that William was born about 1825 & in the 1860 census he is living in Springfield Furnace, Woodbury Twp., Blair Co. with wife Mary & children James & William. Then in 1870 he is living in Logan Twp., Blair Co. PA. but I havve no family names for this census. He was to have a son, Robert born September 05, 1851 who latter spelled his last name as Skutchall after he married Rebecca Summers. In 1880 They are living in Hollidaysburg, Blair Co. PA where their last name is spelled Sketchall. I sure hope someone can straighten this all out for me. Gloria

    04/16/2003 12:09:25
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Berwind White Blair Co Pa
    2. Hi Listers, I was wondering if anyone out there would know if Berwind White still exists. I believe it is around Hollidaysburg and I believe it might be close to the BCGS. My father was raised there. As a small child, I remember going there and there were a row of house that were all the same. I was hoping those houses were still there. My dad's father lived in one of those houses and my mother's grandfather lived in another and that is how my mom and dad met. Would appreciate any help. Thank you, Maureen

    04/16/2003 11:25:56
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Allegheny City 1808
    2. Morris LeFever
    3. Was there a place in what may have been Huntingdon County PA in 1808 and now possibly Blair Co. called ALLEGHENY CITY? Or was that person referring to the place he probably left named Allegheny Township? Thanks, Morris LeFever

    04/16/2003 09:30:20
    1. [PABLAIR-L] Altoona Tribune, 1886
    2. Hymeneal At the home of the bride, Seventh avenue and Third street, Wednesday evening W. H. Breon and Miss Sadie J. Strought, daughter of Mr. H. H. Strought, were married in the presence of a goodly number of invited guests by Rev. E. B. Killinger, of Hollidaysburg. The bride was the recipient of many handsome and useful presents. Mr. and Mrs. Breon are worthy residents of the Mountain City and are entitled to all the happiness of married life. that they have a full measure of this world's blessings is the sincere wish of their many friends, and in this the Tribune heartily joins. The Tribune night force return thanks for a pleasing reminder of the wedding, which came in the shape of a very toothsome cake. ------------------------------ Broke His Arm Charles Wissinger, aged about 13 years, son of Joseph Wissinger, residing near the toll gate, while playing with some other boys at the saw mill at Allegheny Furnace Monday afternoon, fell a distance of about thirteen feet, breaking his left arm at the wrist, and otherwise bruising himself. Dr. Hartzell attended him and reduced the fracture. The boy is getting along as well as could be expected. ----------------------- Harvest Home Basket Picnic There will be a harvest home basket picnic, under the management of James W. Madara held at the Twin Springs park, Baker's Summit, on Saturday, August 7, 1886. Addresses by Hon. Jacob H. Longenecker and Hon. Robert C. McNamara. Running, trotting, colt and other races. There will also be a grand fantastic tournament. Concert and ball at night. A cordial invitation extended to all. Admission twenty-five cents. Ladies and children free. A glorious time is promised to all who may attend. ----------------------------------------------------------- The Snake Was Killed On Thursday of last week while Mr. William Coleman and family, of Logan township, were attending the Lutheran reunion at Roaring Spring, Miss Annie Shaeffer, of this city, who was employed as a seamstress, remained at the Coleman residence. Hearing a rattling noise outside the house she looked to see the cause thereof when she was startled by seeing, coiled up at the door, a monster rattlesnake. Miss Schaeffer was in nowise non-plussed but proceeded to a pile of stones lying near and threw several of the boulders at the reptile and succeeded in killing it. The snake measured forty-one inches in length and sported seven rattles. It had been the owner of more of these latter but they had been broken off. ------------------------------------------------------------- Had His Leg Broken Johnstown Tribune: When William H. Seckler, esq., attempted to board the train on the Ebensburg & Cresson branch on Saturday morning at Barkers Crossing, a short distance from Ebensburg, to come to Johnstown, he bumped his head against the car and was thrown back to the ground, his left foot alighting on a board which turned and threw him. He was not thought to be seriously hurt and was assisted on the train, which resumed its trip to Cresson. Some time after the train was in motion it was discovered by Mr. Seckler that his leg was broken. He continued on his journey to Cresson. Upon his arrival there Dr. Troxell, of Gallitzin, was summoned and gave him the necessary attention. The disabled attorney was taken back to Ebensburg. ------------------------------------------------------ Annie Whiteman PABlair Rootsweb List Administrator Annie Whiteman/Steve Patz Blair County Coordinators http://www.rootsweb.com/~pablair

    04/16/2003 01:30:18