NEWS: Items from the Morning Tribune, February 17, 1891, Blair County, PA Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by JRB Copyright 2009. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/pa/blair/ _________________________________________ Morning Tribune, Altoona, Pa., Tuesday, February 17, 1891 THE DIZZY HIGHTS. Death Lurks in the Hills Which Overtop Pittsburgh's Railroads. PITTSBURGH, February 16. - An immense rock, weight at least two hundred pounds, fell from Duquesne Hights about 8.50 o'clock this morning, and crashed into a passenger coach of the Washington (Pa.) express on the Panhandle road, instantly killing one passenger and seriously injuring three others. Their names are: Killed, Miss Clara Fleming, aged 19 years, brains crushed out and body mangled. Injured, J. F. Donahue, aged 20 years, badly hurt about the head and chest; Miss Mamie Baldwin, aged 18 years, cut about the head, breast and arms, unknown young man, badly bruised. The victims were all students of Duff's college, in this city, and were on their way to school when the accident happened. It had been raining steadily for nearly twenty-four hours, and landslides were reported at various points along the road. The Washington express was due at 9 o'clock and had just entered the shadow of Duquesne Hights, which are opposite the city, when the rock came thundering down the mountain side. It crashed into the center of the coach, completely wrecking it. Miss Fleming and Mr. Donohue [sic] were sitting in the same seat, but the young lady occupied the window side. Before she had time to escape the rock came through the car and crushed her to death. Donohue made a leap and escaped with serious cuts and bruises. The others were struck by pieces of the rock, which broke as it fell. A scene of wild confusion followed and several young ladies fainted, but order was soon restored, and, after detaching the wrecked car, the train was brought into Pittsburgh. Miss Fleming's body was sent to her home at Washington, Pa., and the injured were taken to a hospital. No blame is attached to the railroad company, as the accident was unavoidable. Burglars Successful. The residence of Mr. Thomas Trout, a farmer, near Blair Furnace, has been the scene of two burglaries recently and at both the thieves made good hauls. Some time on Friday night or early Saturday morning the prowlers carried off thirty chickens, and Mr. Trout is pretty confident that he knows who the individual was. Early yesterday morning a shed near the house was found open and three pigs which had been butchered and packed away for winter were carried off. From appearances it is pretty evident that the miscreants were well acquainted with the premises. It is though that at least one arrest will be made and this may lead to more. A RED LETTER DAY. Dedication of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Frugality. Sunday, February 15, saw some stirring scenes in Frugality, it having been set apart for the dedication of the beautiful new Methodist Episcopal church erected there largely through the exertions of Rev. L. L. Logan, the energetic pastor. The day was a very pleasant one and the new bell rang out in clear tones an invitation to attend the experience meeting at 9 a.m. It was well attended, was opened with prayer by Mr. John W. Ludwig, of Ebensburg, and was a very spiritual gathering. When the time arrived for the public services, at 10.30 a.m., there were present Rev. R. H. Colburn, pastor of the Fifth Avenue Methodist Episcopal church; Rev. Rishel, of Utahville charge; and Revs. W. A. B. Satterfield and Chambers, of Altoona, and Tait, of Vanormer, with representatives from Coalport, Fallen Timber, Vanormer, Dean, Condron, Richland, Ashville, Walls, Altoona and other places, to say nothing of Frugality, which was there in force. The services began with an anthem by the choir, numbering fifteen voices, with Mrs. Martha Buddle presiding at the organ. Rev. R. H. Colburn announced the 211th hymn, Rev. W. A. B. Satterfield led in prayer, Rev. Rishel read Isaiah liii, and the choir furnished some appropriate music. The sermon of the morning was preached by Rev. R. H. Colburn from Psalm VIII:56: "And of Zion it shall be said, this and that man was born in her, and the highest himself shall establish her." The people were delighted with the discourse; it was on the old Methodistic line, and elicited many hearty "Amens," while many hearts were touched and eyes bathed in tears. After the well time sermon the pastor stated that the cost of the church would be about $1,200 when the building was painted and the lot fenced. Without the aid of a board of trustees, Pastor Logan bought all the material, contracted with all the workmen, the Frugality coal company, through its efficient and genial superintendent, Mr. P. H. Walls, rendering assistance whenever needed. The pastor received by contributions from the people and as the proceeds of festivals, about $200; donation from Hon John Dean, $275. Mr. P. H. Walls, through friends in Altoona, covered the entire front platform of the church with beautiful carpet, and the altar and aisles with a superior quality of matting. Additional donations were $40 from Mr. and Mrs. Walls, and from Messrs O'Hagan, McFarlane, Caldwell, Ounkst and Dr. Byron, amounting to about $20. It was stated that the amount yet needed to provide for all claims was $465. After Rev. R. H. Colburn had sang a beautiful solo, which delighted all, the pastor appointed Mr. P. H. Buzzard, secretary, and Mr. Ludwig, Rev. Rishel, Rev. Chambers, Mr. James McManamy, Mr. P. H. Walls and the pastor waited on the congregation, Rev. Colburn taking charge. The people gave willingly and when the time came for dismissing for refreshments, a good amount of the debt had been cancelled. At 2 p.m., a fine congregation assembled and after some good music by the choir and prayer by the pastor, Rev. R. H. Colburn sang the solo, "Handwriting on the Wall." The people were so delighted that they requested another solo and Mr. Colburn gratified them. After the pastor had baptized seven children he asked for a certain amount as the offering of the afternoon, and after Rev. Chambers had entertained the audience with some good music the school responded liberally, giving about the sum asked for. At 6 p.m. a well-attended experience meeting was held and at 7 p.m. a large congregation assembled and, after the choir had rendered some excellent music, listened to a well-timed sermon by Rev. Rishel, of Utahville charge, paying very close attention to the preacher. The pastor then took charge, the people gave with a will and in a very short time, the secretary having announced the receipts of the day as nearly $300, the balance of the indebtedness was pledged, and the pastor, assisted by Revs. Rishel and Satterfield, proceeded to the dedication of the church. Calling to the altar Messrs. Albert Thomas, P. H. Buzzard, James Waffenden, Samuel Hainly, Samuel Lowery and J. W. Ludwig, to represent the trustees, the beautiful ritual of the Methodist Episcopal church was carried out to the letter, the choir rendering music appropriate to the occasion. The church is a neat, one-story frame structure, with a seating capacity of nearly three hundred. It is a very substantial building, well lighted with Rochester lamps, the gift of Mr. and Mrs. John Hamilton, Messrs. Sellers and Glunt, of Altoona, and Mr. Lorenz, of Roaring Spring. The beautiful pulpit chair as well as the bell in the tower were the gift of Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Walls. There is also a fine- toned organ, bought and paid for by the Sunday school, Mr. A. E. Thomas, superintendent. On Sunday the front [of] the pulpit, inside the altar railing, was tastefully decorated with flowers. The people of Frugality are to be congratulated upon the fact that they now have a very pleasant church house. The contractor, Mr. J. B. McManamy, of Vanormer, and Mr. James Benn, of Frugality, deserve the praise of the whole community for the workmanlike manner in which they have finished the Frugality Methodist Episcopal church. Nor must a word in commendation of the zealous labors of the pastor, Rev. L. L. Logan, be withheld. He is building himself a good many enduring moments in Allegheny circuit. ROARING SPRING RIPPLES. W. J. Galbraith, esq., has gone on a visit to his daughter's, in the state of Indiana. Rev. Ephraim Dutt is now in the twelfth year of his ministry in the Martinsburg Lutheran charge. He is a faithful pastor, an able preacher and has been instrumental in accomplishing much good. His labors are highly appreciated by his people. Since the beginning of this year he has held meetings at three of his appointments, all with good results. A two-weeks meeting in the Barly church resulted in thirteen accessions there; a week's meeting at Potter's church brought about two accessions there, and one week at Martinsburg resulted in fourteen persons joining the church there. Rev. Dutt has been the pastor at one place now longer than any other in the Allegheny synod. He always brings a good report to synod; large accessions and appointments always made up. LEAMERSVILLE ITEMS. John H. Hileman, of Freedom, had a valuable young horse stolen a few nights ago. No trace of the thief has been discovered. We miss the light of the furnace at McKee's, the measured strokes and the time whistle of the engines, but most of all the families dependent on it for support miss the supplies that it brought to their doors. A death-like stillness broods over the place that a few days ago was astir with life and commotion. MARTINSBURG MATTERS Robert Kurtz is better. By the aid of two crutches he managed to get down street on Saturday. Mrs. J. R. Sansom has been summoned to the bedside of her sister, residing in New York, who is seriously ill. L. F. Campbell and family went to Williamsburg Saturday and tarried under the maternal roof over Sunday. William Distler is still with us, but the sands of life are running low, and his life seems to be flickering in the twilight. George Geist, the oldest person and the oldest resident, is descending the shadowy side of life and is quite feeble from the burdens incident to an octogenarian. His sun is sinking. W. L. Spanogle, W. W. Knee and A. L. Mentzer, have formed a co- partnership in the manufacture of the J. L. May celebrated rustic chair. This enterprise will commence operation in the room formerly occupied by Keagy & Co., as a warehouse, just as soon as Mr. Mentzer, who is now having a tussle with the measles, can get out. FRANKSTOWN FACTS. Mrs. Abe Stiffler is now the mother of twin babes. Mrs. Catharine Kemberling and James B. Reid are on the sick list. Aunt Polly Geesey is worse and David Rhodes is improving. Report of East Hollidaysburg school No. 1. Number of pupils enrolled, males 26, females 12; per cent. of attendance, males .91, females .86. Roy McIntyre, Robert McIntyre, William McClosky, Frank Pope, Howard Pope, James McIntyre, Eddie Edwards, Mary Hughes, Elmer Jones, Sadie McIntyre, Jennie McIntyre, Howard Jones and Herd [sic] Jones were present every day during the month. There were twelve visitors, among whom were superintendent Henry S. Wertz and Director G. B. Lindsey. F. Marion Ketrick, teacher. NEWRY NOTES. Gilbert Delozier is very low with rheumatism. Our merchant and farmer, Henry McIntosh, has sold his farm which lays just out of town to Mr. Leighty who will occupy the same by the 1st of April. Our ex-county superintendent Mr. John H. Likens, we believe purposes moving to Huntingdon some time during this week where he and his family will make their permanent home. Joseph Boose, who has been doing some fine work in the way of sawing brackets and turning up key blocks for porches and porticos in this place will get more of the same to do when the time for building the same arrives. Local Brevities. Mr. Henry Yon, who has been on the sick list for a month past, returned to work yesterday. The railroad company has recently erected two green houses 22 x 100 feet in size and a new stable or barn on its property below first street. James J. Bennett is the name of the man who assaulted Mrs. Peter Moore and also Officer Morgan on Sunday evening last. Information was made against him yesterday before Alderman Akers and in default of $500 bail he was committed. Letters held at the postoffice: Improperly addressed - Alma L. Wilson, Brant House; Miss K. Smith, 1124 Eleventh avenue; Mrs. Banks Shellenberger; Harry Locke, 1008 Eighth avenue; J. B. Valey, N.G., 207 Sixth avenue; John R. Hill, 819 Chestnut avenue; Mr. Fred Valk, Fourth avenue between Eighth and Nineteenth streets; James Ramie, 411 Fifth avenue; Mrs. Amelia Brooks, 413 Fourth avenue; Mrs. Mary C. Gault, 110 Howard avenue; Mrs. Mamie Buckner, 100 Sixth street; William Finney, 2004 Tenth avenue; Jacob Witt, 217 Seventh. Held for postage - Mrs. W. E. Maher, 711 North Thirty-fifth street, West Philadelphia, Pa. School Report. Room 9, Eight ward, Second street. The following pupils have been present every day during the past month: Edward Ball, Joseph Robinson, Mary Hirk [sic], Anna Wonderly, Cora McCormick, Anna Woleslagle. The last one has attended every day during the term. ARGUMENT COURT. MOTIONS AND PETITIONS. Andrews - The report of H. W. Andrews, esq., auditor in the estate of John G. Fleck, deceased, was confirmed nisi. Baldridge - J. H. Smith, esq., was appointed auditor in the estate of P. S. Cassidy et al. Same - A citation was awarded on the heirs of Henry Beyer, deceased, commanding them to show cause why specific performance of contract of decedent with John C. Stevens should not be decreed. Craig & Bowers - The calculation in the estate of Sarah Huston, deceased, was approved. Amies - The report of Edwin M. Amies, esq., auditor in the assigned estate of H. C. Lampe, of Altoona, was confirmed nisi. Dively - In the equity case of E. M. Flick vs. S. M. Woodcock, the name of Mrs. E. E. Woodcock was substituted on the record and case ordered to be proceeded with before the master. Same - The execution of Mrs. S. E. Burns vs. Michael Burns was stayed and rule awarded to show cause why judgment should not be opened. Same - The report of A. V. Dively, esq., auditor in the estate of John Fleck, deceased, was confirmed nisi. Flick - In the interpleader case of Baltzell Bros. vs. Mrs. Annie McMullen, the time for filing bond was extended until February 24, 1891. Lysinger - An order of sale for the payment of debts was granted in the estate of Mrs. Mary A. Shubert, deceased, of Williamsburg. Neff, Hicks and Ambrose - Messrs. W. W. Rudisill and A. B. Norton were appointed appraisers in the assigned estate of March Bros., jewelers, of Altoona. Same - On petition of W. A. Ambrose, esq., assignee of Marsh Bros., the executions against this firm were stayed. Shaw & Graffius - A subpoena was awarded in the divorce case of Samuel E. Kelley vs. Mollie Kelley. Same - The execution of G. W. Dougherty in trust vs. Mrs. Maggie A. Fagan was stayed. Woodcock, W. L. - A rule to show cause why James R. Stewart, administrator of Nancy J. Stewart, should not be discharged, was awarded. Landis - John B. Skyles was appointed receiver of the Tussey Mining Company, Limited, and was directed to give bond in the sum of $5,000. Hicks - In the ejectment case of A. K. Riling and W. S. Duncan vs. S. J. Westley, the time was extended for the filing of an abstract of title until Monday, March 1. Final disposition was made of the following cases on the list for argument: William Marsden's use vs. Henry Shoenfelt et al. Rule to show cause why judgment should not be taken off for an insufficient affidavit of defense. Rule discharged. Union Planing Mill Company, Limited, vs. Alexander Dearmin. Rule to show cause why execution should not be stayed and judgment satisfied, at costs of plaintiff. Rule absolute. Rule to show cause why W. W. Rudisill, administrator of Alice I. Rudisill, should not be discharged. Rule absolute. F. W. Olmes vs. Joseph Carlin. Rule to show cause why judgment should not be stricken off and also why petitioner, J. W. Ebert, should not be permitted to defend in ejectment. A peremptory order was made that this case be heard on Monday, March 2, at 9 o'clock a.m. J. M. Barwis vs. Altoona Driving Park and Exhibit Association. Exceptions to prothonotary's findings on bill of costs. The exceptions were withdrawn. Commonwealth vs. Harry W. James. Surety of the peace; threats. The defendant not appearing, his recognizance was forfeited. Commonwealth vs. Mrs. Jennie Coxey. Surety of the peace; threats. Settled. Commonwealth vs. Daniel Kearney. Surety of the peace; desertion. The defendant not appearing, his recognizance was forfeited. Commonwealth vs. Frank Waite. Surety of the peace; threats. The defendant was sentence to pay the costs of prosecution and give bond of $200 for his good behavior. Commonwealth vs. Joseph Black. Surety of the peace; threats. The defendant was discharged on payment of costs. Commonwealth vs. Agnot Winegar. Surety of the peace. Threats. The defendant was sentenced to pay the costs and give bond of $200 for his good behavior. Commonwealth vs. Henry Long. Refusing to maintain his wife. The defendant was sentenced to pay the costs of prosecution and to give bond in $200 for his good behavior. Commonwealth vs. John M. Birley. Surety of the peace. Threats. The defendant was discharged on payment of costs and giving bond in sum of $100 for his good behavior. The following cases on the argument list were continued until Monday, March 2, at 9 a.m.: 1. Mary Welsh et al. vs. William Heinsling. No. 2, January term, 1885. Motion for a new trial. May 29, 1890, reasons filed. 3. W. H. Keckler and Wife vs. the City of Altoona. No. 32, January term, 1889. Motion for a new trial. 8. Charles Ingold vs. Jacob Schandelmeier. No. 11, October tern, 1890. Certiorari. 10. Philip Kimmell vs. Scott Stains. No. 89, January term, 1891. Certiorari. 14. D. B. Barnett's use vs. J. W. Lykens. Fi. fa. No. 129, January term, 1891. Rule to show cause why judgment should not be opened and defendant let into a defense. 18. F. D. Saupp's use vs. John S. Eckles. Fi. fa. No. 23, March term 1891. Rule to show cause why credits should not be allowed. 19. In re. Estate of Mrs. Sarah Metzker, deceased. Exceptions to writ of partition. 21. Report of J. S. Leisenring, esq., auditor to hear and determine exceptions to account of assignee of John C. Ehrenfeld. 22. In re. Assigned estate of S. Teitelbaum. Rule to show cause why assignee should not pay money due the creditors as shown by report, with interest. 23. John G. Waite vs. W. Fisk Conrad. No. 2, March term, 1888. Rule to show cause why record disposition of this case should not be set aside. 24. Report of A. S. Landis, esq., auditor to hear and decide exceptions filed to the account of assignee of Ed. T. Dunn and distribute balance. 25. In re. Ickes, will. Report of commissioner. 26. William F. Hancock vs. Ida W. Hancock. No. 32, October term, 1889. Rule to show cause why decree as to payment of alimony should not be suspended from the 24th of November, 1890. 27. Report of J. S. Leisenring, esq., auditor to distribute funds in the hands of the trustee to make sale of the real estate of Peter Geib, deceased, and exceptions thereto. 28. William Meinhart vs. Albert Meinhart. No. 68, March term, 1888. Report of George B. Bowers, esq., auditor to marshall liens and exceptions thereto. 32. In re. Application of Harry F. Walters, assignee of Jennie R. and James F. Barry, to have granted him authority to make sale of certain real estate. Rule granted to show cause why sale should not be made. 34. Baird & Hoffman vs. B. A. Brophy. Fi. fa., No. 109, January term, 1891. Rule to show cause why judgment should not be opened. 36. Commonwealth Title Insurance and Trust company, of Philadelphia, vs. James W. Findley, cashier. Fi. fa., No. 54, March term, 1891. Rule to show cause why writ should not be stayed. 37. Martin Hoelle vs. Margaret Collary. No. 21, June term, 1885. Rule to show cause why original judgment should not be opened. 41. In re. Estate of R. H. McCormick, deceased. Rule to show cause why decree of confirmation of sale by former guardian should not be made N. P. T. 44. Second National Bank of Altoona vs. Ellen, Ed. T. and Maggie Dunn. Fi. fa., No. 38, June term, 118 [sic]. Rule to show cause why sequestrator should not be appointed and writ be awarded to sequester the rents, issues and profits of estate of Mrs. Ellen Dunn, taken in execution by the sheriff. 45. Harry A. Gardner, Cashier, vs. D. A. Dunn. Fi. fa. No 39, June term, 1888. Rule to show cause why judgment should not be opened. 46. Harry A. Gardner, Cashier, vs. Agnes Dunn. Fi. fa., No. 40, June term, 1888. Rule to show cause why judgment should not be opened. 47. Harry A. Gardner, Cashier, vs. Annie M. Dunn. Fi. fa. No 41, June term, 1888. Rule to show cause why judgment should not be opened. 51. Commonwealth vs. Charles Berckheimer and George B. Cramer. October sessions, 1890. Surely of the peace. Threats. 56. Commonwealth vs. Ambrose Fantz, jr. January sessions, 1891. Surety of the peace. Threats. Court adjourned to meet on Monday, March 2, at 9 a.m. TYRONE TOPICS Yesterday A. L. Koons, he of candy manufacturing fame, removed his retail department to East Juniata and is now in close quarters to his wholesale apartments.