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  McKean Democrat 1921
  DEATHS IN MCKEAN COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA JULY THRU DECEMBER 1921
  THE MCKEAN DEMOCRAT NEWSPAPER, (SMETHPORT)
  
  The following death notices appeared in the McKean Democrat from July thru 
  December during the year of 1921.  The date of publication is shown prior to 
  the item(s).  There is no implication that this is all that may have been 
  published in these editions since some editions may be missing and many of the 
  pages or portions thereof are unreadable.  
  Transcribed by Ronald J. Reid, 2010
  
  August 4, 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    The body of Sergt. Robert Cleveland, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Cleveland of 
  Crosby, which recently arrived in the homeland from France, will be buried 
  with full military honors in the National Cemetery at Philadelphia, per the 
  wishes of the family, Saturday.
    The father, W.C. Cleveland, Albert Cleveland of Smethport, a brother, and 
  Mrs. C.J. Hayes and Miss Margaret Cleveland of Warren, sisters of the Crosby 
  hero are leaving for Philadelphia to attend the funeral.
    Sergt. Cleveland, who enlisted at the outbreak of the war and was assigned 
  to the famous Fifth Marines, with which organization of seasoned veterans he 
  rapidly won promotion, was mortally wounded while leading his platoon against 
  the enemy at Chauteau Thierry.  He was cited for conspicuous heroism by French 
  Marshal Petain and his parents have since received the posthumous Croix de 
  Guerre decoration from the French government.  Norman Simkins of Smethport was 
  a comrade of Sergt. Cleveland with the Fifth Marines and talked with the 
  latter after he had received his fatal wounds.
  
  Page 1.
    This community was inexpressibly shocked last Thursday night by the news 
  that Irvin Anderson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Anderson of Willow St., had 
  been drowned in Lake Erie.
    Mr. Anderson, who was employed as a civil engineer by the firm of Straley 
  Brothers of Buffalo, was engaged with others in surveying project at Farnham, 
  on the shore of Lake Erie, 30 miles from Buffalo.  Last Thursday afternoon at 
  the conclusion of their days labors Irvin and several companions took a plunge 
  in the lake.  The young man and his superintendent swam out about 50 feet from 
  shore and started to turn back when cries of distress from Anderson brought 
  the superintendent to his side.  Irvin was then beyond aid and nearly dragged 
  his companion down when he sank the last time.  Other members of the party 
  came to the superintendent’s rescue and with difficulty got him to shore where 
  it required a half hour’s time to resuscitate him.  The fatality occurred 
  about 3:30.  The work of dragging for young Anderson’s body was immediately 
  taken up but it was not until Friday evening at 5:30 o’clock that the lake 
  surrendered its victim.  The remains were brought to Smethport Saturday.
    Irvin Anderson was born in Smethport Sept. 29, 1900.  He graduated from the 
  Smethport High School, class of 1919.  He went to Buffalo and accepted 
  employment and by attending night school fitted himself for the profession of 
  civil engineer.  He was a young man of stirling qualities who was held in the 
  highest esteem by all who knew him, and whose services were highly valued by 
  his employers.  His shocking death, at a time when by application and industry 
  he had fitted himself for a splendid profession has saddened the entire 
  community.  He resided with Mr. and Mrs. V.A. Hultman, the latter a sister, in 
  Buffalo.
    Besides his parents, deceased is survived by one brother, Oscar of home, 
  four sisters, Mrs. Helena Hultman of Buffalo, Emma, Marion and Norma of home.
    The funeral was held at the Lutheran church Sunday afternoon, services being 
  conducted by Rev. Larson of Port Allegany and Rev. Nordgren of Lowell, Mass.  
  Interment was made in Rose Hill cemetery.
    The stricken family have the sincere sympathy of all in their deep 
  affliction in the passing of this splendid young man.
  
  Page 5.
    Peter Clark, aged 97 years died on Thursday at his home at the head of Moody 
  hollow after a few days illness.  The funeral was held Sunday at 2 p.m. with 
  burial in Moody hollow cemetery.
  
  Page 7.
    Fernando C. Loop, aged 80 years, died at his residence on Mechanic St. at 
  8:45 Sunday forenoon, after an illness of several weeks, death being caused by 
  gallstones.
    Deceased was born in Eldred township, November 29, 1840, and with the 
  exception of the time given in service to his country, had been a resident of 
  this vicinity.
    He enlisted in the service in the fall of 1861 and served four and a half 
  years, being in at the finish of the Confederacy, at the fall of Richmond, 
  serving throughout the war in Co. H. 58th, Pa. Vol. Infantry.  He attained the 
  rank of sergeant.
    There survives to mourn his death, one sister, Mrs. Amanda Barron, of 
  Coryville, and one brother, E.R. Loop of Eldred.  The funeral was held from 
  the M.E. church Tuesday afternoon.  Rev. Harry Doolittle, officiating, and 
  burial was mad in the Loop cemetery. – Eldred Eagle.
  
  Page 8.
    This morning at 11:00 o’clock occurred the death of William J. Voorhies, age 
  61 years, of 212 South Union street.  Mr. Voorhies had been in very poor 
  health for the past year.  He was very well known in Olean as he has lived 
  here for many years and before his illness worked at the Pennsylvania shops 
  for ten years.
    Mr. Voorhies is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs. Robert Albert 
  of Lancaster, N.Y., and Mrs. A.M. Peck of Olean.
    The funeral was held from the home Monday afternoon t 2:00 o’clock, the Rev. 
  G.H. Williamson of the First Methodist church officiating.  Burial was in 
  Mount View cemetery. – Olean Herald, Saturday.
  
  Page 8.
    Eldred, Pa., Aug. 1. – Gerald Miller, 17 years old, was killed by the 
  accidental discharge of his shotgun, while he was hunting with a companion 
  near here about 5 o’clock yesterday afternoon.  When young miller sought to 
  dispatch a woodchuck with a blow from the butt of his gun, the weapon was 
  discharged, the charge lodging in the youth’s abdomen.  He died almost 
  instantly.
    Miller recently came here from Buffalo and was employed by Mr. Letson of 
  Windfall.  The only surviving relative whose name is known locally is David 
  Michaels of Niagara street, Buffalo, the dead youth’s grandfather who was 
  notified of the fatality.
  
  Page 8.
    The death of James F. Davis of No. 17 Congress place, a former sheriff of 
  McKean county occurred at his home last evening at 8:30 o’clock.  Mr. Davis 
  had been in poor health for some time and for several weeks his condition has 
  been serious, gradually growing worse until death claimed him.
    J.F. Davis was 85 years of age.  He had been a resident of Bradford for many 
  years and was one of the most highly respected and substantial citizens.  From 
  1894 to 1897 he acted as deputy sheriff of this county being elected sheriff 
  in 1897, an office which he held for three years.
    Deceased was a member of the K.O.T.M. and the Modern Woodmen of America.  He 
  is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs. T.H. Morrison of Smethport and 
  Mrs. Dewley Burns of Bradford and a sister, Mrs. Dolph Harned of Edinboro, 
  Pa. – Bradford Star-Record, Friday.
    During the years that Mr. Davis held office in this county the family 
  resided in Smethport, where they were held in highest esteem.  News of the 
  passing of this prominent citizen came as a shock to his many Smethport 
  friends.  The funeral was held at the family home Monday afternoon and 
  interment was made in Oak Hill cemetery, Bradford.
  
  Page 8.
    Comrade Albert Veddar Clark, one of the oldest and best known residents of 
  Ceres township, died at this home in the Bellrun valley at 11:20 a.m. 
  Saturday, July 23, 1921.  His death resulted from kidney trouble and other 
  complications with which he had been confined to his home for the past two 
  years.  He suffered considerable during the past six months but was patient 
  and cheerful through it all.  During his long illness he was tenderly cared 
  for by his wife and children who ministered to his every want.  He was 
  conscious and knew the members of his family almost to the last.
    He was born at Hinsdale, N.Y., on Feb. 14, 1840 and came to Ceres township 
  with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Clark about 60 years ago and for a 
  number of years they resided on what is known as the Mrs. Byron Danforth farm 
  at Myrtle.
    He enlisted at Ceres in October, 1861 with the 58th Regt. Penna. Infantry 
  under Capt. John C. Backus, serving two enlistments, about three years in all 
  during the Civil War.
    He was united in marriage to Miss Hattie Crocker on April 1, 1882 by Rev. 
  F.H. Herrick of Ceres, and they settled and have always resided on the farm 
  where he died.  In politics he was always a strong Democrat until Pres. 
  Cleveland’s second term, when he changed over to the Republican side.  He was 
  well read and kept well posted on political matters and was hard to beat in an 
  argument.
    He had a strong constitution and was a hard worker and most of his life was 
  spent in the lumber woods, saw mill and later in farming.  He was a kind and 
  indulgent husband and father, a good neighbor and citizen, and his taking away 
  will be a loss to the community in which he lived for so many years.  He 
  always had a pleasant smile and a kind word for all whom he met.  He was a 
  member of the Farmers’ Alliance at Myrtle.
    He is survived by his wife, two sons, and one daughter, Ervin V. Clark of 
  Shinglehouse and Ellsworth J. and Edith Iva Clark at home, also one brother, 
  Alonzo H. Clark of Olean.
    There was a short prayer at the house, Tuesday and the funeral was held at 
  the M.E. church in Ceres at 2 o’clock, the pastor Rev. Leo Engler 
  officiating.  There was a large attendance of relatives, friends, and 
  neighbors, also a profusion of flowers, which sowed the high esteem in which 
  he was held.
  
  Page 8.
    E. W. Strong received word Monday morning that his father, H.L. Strong aged 
  74 years and a prominent resident of Friendship, N.Y., had been found dead in 
  bed that morning.  Recently the elder Mr. Strong was injured in falling from a 
  load of hay, but the injury was not considered serious at the time.  During 
  the past two weeks his condition became worse, but news of his death came as a 
  shock to his friends.  He is survived by two sons, E.W. Strong of Smethport, 
  Chas. Strong who resides in Iowa, and one daughter, Mrs. Chas. Pitts of 
  Almond, N.Y.  Mr. E.W. Strong left for Friendship Monday.
  
  Page 5.
    Mr. Hartson, father of Mrs. Claude Heath of this borough passed away at his 
  home in Livonia, N.Y., Monday.  Mr. and Mrs. Heath and Miss Mary Hartson left 
  Monday in their car to attend the funeral.
  
  August 11. 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    Anthony Canike, a resident of Olean, who has been employed cutting chemical 
  wood near Betula, was terribly injured Saturday, death resulting later at the 
  Olean Hospital.
    Canike was splitting chemical wood, when under a blow of the sledge a 
  splinter flew off the iron wedge used in the splitting operation and entered 
  the workman’s side.  Everything was done to render him comfortable and he was 
  rushed to Olean and taken to the General hospital there.  It was found that 
  the internal organs had been severely torn and internal hemorrhages resulted 
  in death Monday evening.
  
  Page 1.
    Carl Gustafson , 19, was fatally injured at the loading station at Comes on 
  the L. Cohen Marvin creek highway job out of Smethport Wednesday of last week, 
  his death resulting later at the Kane hospital.
    A tier of bags of cement weighing 1500 pounds toppled over onto the 
  unfortunate youth, breaking both his legs and crushing his back.  The injured 
  man was extricated from under the sacks, placed in an automobile and rushed to 
  the Kane hospital, where little could be done to relieve his condition.  Death 
  resulted Saturday morning.
    Deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Gustafson of Kanesholm and in 
  addition to his parents is survived by three brothers, Moritz and Henry of 
  Erie, and Evan of Kane; four sisters, Mrs. Bailey Benson of Smethport, Mrs. 
  Leonard Hanson of Mt. Jewett, Mrs. Edward Dixon of Kane and Miss Hylda 
  Gustafson of home.  Funeral services were conducted at the family home Tuesday 
  afternoon at 2:30 being conducted by Rev. Parson.
    Young Gustafson, during his residence in Smethport made many friends who 
  were deeply grieved at this deplorable accident.
  
  Page 3.
    Edward Troy, 63 a former prominent lumberman and ex-postmaster of Olean died 
  suddenly of apoplexy in that city last Thursday.  He is survived by three 
  sisters, and two brothers, one of whom, John Troy, has extensive interests in 
  Smethport.
  
  Page 3.
  Farmers Valley:  Mr. and Mrs. Mell Schaffer of Corning were in Crosby Thursday 
  and attended the funeral of Mrs. Joe Falver.
  
  Page 3.
    Coroner S.D. Heffner of Bradford was notified Wednesday by the chief of 
  police of Kane that Tom Lee, colored, who lived at No. 217 Dawson street, 
  Kane, was found dead at 8:20 p.m. Wednesday I the cellar of a neighbor, 
  Lawrence Grandinetti, at No. 210 Dawson street.
    Going down into the cellar of his home, Grandinetti found lying on the floor 
  the body of his neighbor Tom Lee, who disappeared from home on Tuesday 
  afternoon at 4 o’clock.  Lee had been a great sufferer from asthma and it is 
  believed that he suffered a severe attack on Tuesday afternoon and went to the 
  Grandinetti cellar and laid down, overcome.  It is also believed that he 
  became so ill that he was unable to leave the cellar and so died there.  The 
  police were notified and after examining the body they stated that it was 
  their belief that the man had not been dead for long, as his body was not 
  entirely cold.
  
  Page 8.
    John LuCore, aged 88, one of the few survivors of the famous Civil War 
  Bucktails, died in Bradford Tuesday.  He is survived by two daughters and 
  several grandchildren.
  
  Page 8.
    The death of Ethel B. Klein of Betula occurred last Thursday afternoon at 
  the Bradford hospital, where she had been a patient since Tuesday of last 
  week.  Deceased was 29 years of age and is survived by her husband, A.L. Klein 
  of Betula and two children.  
  The funeral was held in Betula Friday.  Burial was made in Coudersport.
  
  August 25, 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    The funeral of the late Thomas J. Young, former Smethport baseball player 
  and restaurant proprietor was held at the home of his sisters in Kane Sunday 
  afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. Mr. Clemons officiating.  The services were 
  attended by many friends of this one-time crack athlete.  The death of Tom 
  Young occurred Tuesday of last week at the Warren hospital where he had been 
  taken from Smethport early in the year.
  
  Page 3.
    Erie, Aug. 20. – Heart failure, induced by his exertion of swimming, 
  resulted in the death, early last evening of Eugene N. Burd superintendent of 
  the Credential Insurance company, Bradford, Pa., in a cottage at Kelso beach, 
  where he and his family were camping.
    Mr. Burd is said to have gone in Swimming about 5 o’clock and shortly after 
  he left the water suffered an attack of heart failure, dying a few minutes 
  later in his cottage.
    He is said to have been in poor health for the past several years and came 
  here with his family to spend the summer.   His body will be taken to 
  Wilkinsburg for burial.
    He leaves his wife, Margaret E. Burd, and three children, who were with him 
  at the time of his death.
  
  Page 3.
    The death of Mrs. Catherine E. Hurley, aged 76, occurred Sunday at her home 
  in Los Angeles, Calif.  Mrs. Hurley was at one time a prominent resident of 
  Bradford.
  
  September 15, 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    Dr. W.T. Callar, of Woodbine, N.J., who has been in ill health for some time 
  died of heart disease at the George Washington Hospital on August 29.  Dr. 
  Callar was born in Kane, Pa., November 21, 1841.  He was a graduate of 
  Pennsylvania Institute of Pharmacy.  In 1892 he purchased the Summers farm 
  near Sterling, Va., and had been a resident of Loudoun County until about a 
  year ago, when he returned to New Jersey on account of ill health.  Surviving 
  him are his wife, Orpha G. Callar, two daughters, Mrs. W.E. Alexander, of 
  Randolph, N.Y.; Miss Eva Callar, of Woodbine, N.J.; and two sons, Vernon G. 
  Callar, of Falls Church, Va.; and Dr. Donald Callar of Staunton, Va.  Dr. 
  Callar was a member of McKean Lodge, No. 388, Elk Chapter 730; Orient Council 
  No. 30, Knapp Commandery, Knights Templar No. 140, and Caldwell Consistory, 
  Scottish Rite Masonry, of Bloomsburg Pa.  Masonic funeral services were held 
  at Harper’s Cemetery, Harpers’ Ferry, W.Va., August 31. – Loudoun Times 
  Leesburg, Va., Sept. 8.
    Older residents of Smethport will remember Mr. Callar well and will be 
  grieved to learn of his death.  For a number of years he conducted a drug 
  store in this borough and built the brick building on Main street, now 
  occupied by the Star Theater.
  
  Page 1.
    Hans A. Benson, twenty-four years old, a veteran of the world war, died at 
  noon today at his residence in Rock City.
    He was born in Colegrove, Pa., March 11, 1897, and spent the greater part of 
  his life in Colegrove.  He had made his home in Olean with his brother, H.E. 
  Benson for two years while employed at the P.R.R. shops and at the Vacuum Oil 
  Company.
    He served with Co. I. on the Mexican border and in the World War.  He was 
  wounded Sept. 29, 1918, and returned to this country, February 1, 1919.  He 
  had been in poor health for some time due to injuries received while at the 
  front.
    He leaves, surviving: his widow, Mrs. Norma E. Banson, his parents, Mr. and 
  Mrs. C.M. Benson, Colegrove; five brothers, Edward and Francis of Olean 
  Leonard of Crosby, Donald and Burnell of Colegrove, and two sisters, Mrs. O.W. 
  Hogstedt of Hollywood, Cal., and Mrs. H.W, Farmer of Chicago, Ill.  He was a 
  sergeant during the war.  – Olean Herald, Tuesday.
    The funeral was held in Olean Wednesday morning and interment was made in 
  that city.  Sergeant Benson had a distinguished war record.  HE was with 
  Private Scoweden of Farmers Valley, when that young man was mortally wounded, 
  being severely wounded himself.  In spite of the fact that part of his arm had 
  been blown off, Sergeant Benson remained with his comrade until the very last, 
  carrying him back to the American lines.  His brother-in-law Captain O.W. 
  Hogstedt, was killed by a mysterious bullet while in the performance of his 
  duties when his command, with an Illinois regiment, was training on the 
  Mexican border during the war.
    Hans Benson was a young man of splendid qualities who was well known 
  throughout this section and many friends will be grieved to learn of his 
  demise.
  
  October 6, 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    Mrs. Florence Grigsby, aged 67 years, died at her home, No. 72 Williard 
  avenue, last night at 7:30 o’clock, after an illness of six weeks’ duration.  
  She formerly lived in Smethport and was a member of the Episcopal church of 
  that place.
    She is survived by three sons, Leon of Buffalo, Roy of Eldred, and Samuel of 
  Bradford; three daughters, Mrs. J. Humphries of this city, Mrs. Emma 
  Hendrickson of Ciago Falls, O., and Mrs. S.R. Kerby of Glenndale, W.Va.
    News of the passing of Mrs. Grigsby will be received with regret in 
  Smethport, where for many years she was a well known and highly esteemed 
  resident.
    The funeral was held in Bradford Wednesday, and the body was brought to 
  Smethport  in the afternoon and interment made in Rose Hill cemetery.
  
  Page 2.
    Patrick Slavin died very suddenly at the residence of his brother at the 
  Gold Eagle hotel, at 12:10 o’clock, Tuesday morning.  Deceased was born in 
  Barclay, Pa., about 40 years ago, and had been in poor health for several 
  years past.  There survive to mourn his death, three brothers, Thomas and 
  Frank of Eldred, and John of Elmira, N.Y., and two sisters, Mrs. John Cleary 
  of Akron, O., and Mrs. George Rodgers of Cleveland, O.
    The funeral was held from St. Raphael’s church at 9 o’clock yesterday 
  morning and interment was made in St. Raphael’s cemetery.
    Those present from out of town at the funeral services were John Slaving of 
  Elmira; Mrs. John V. Cleary of Akron, O.; Mrs. James Cleary and M.J. Cleary of 
  Bradford, and Mrs. Mary McCarthy and Mr. and Mrs. Cleary Slavin of Olean. – 
  Eldred Eagle.
  
  Page 3.
    Mrs. Lilah Lemex, wife of Burgess A. Lemex, died at their residence on First 
  street, at about 4 o’clock, Monday morning, death being caused by heart 
  failure.  She had been in poor health for a number of years.
    Deceased was born at Kittanning, Pa., April 9, 1850.  On December 8, 1870, 
  she was united in marriage to Mr. Lemex, proving a devoted wife for the 52 
  years since.  About 42 years ago they moved to Eldred where they have since 
  resided.
    Mrs. Lemex was a member of the Episcopal church, a woman devoted to her home 
  and one who retained as her friends all who made her acquaintance.  There 
  survive to mourn her death, the husband, three sons, W. Herbert, of Indian 
  Creek; J. Dell, of Tulsa, Okla., and A.L. Lemex of Shrieveport, La., and two 
  brothers, H. Wolfe and Rolland Wolfe of Kittanning, Pa., the former being 
  present at the funeral service.  Leeds Lemex is recovering from an attack of 
  fever, and was unable to come home.
    The funeral was held from the Episcopal church, at 2 o’clock, Tuesday 
  afternoon, Rev. DeWight Benton of Port Allegany officiating, interment being 
  made in Oak Hill.
    Mr. and Mrs. Arch Howe of Milford, Del., residents of Eldred some 40 years 
  ago were present at the funeral. – Eldred Eagle.
  
  Page 3.
    Joseph D. Chiodo, well known local contractor died at 1:17 o’clock yesterday 
  afternoon, at his home No. 28 Mill street, after an illness of several weeks.  
  Mr. Chiodo was born in Italy on May 27, 1871, and had lived in Bradford for 28 
  years.  He was a member of the firm of Rizzuitti and Chiodo.
    Mr. Chiodo is survived by his wife and one daughter, Miss Francis J. Chiodo, 
  of this city; and one sister in Italy.  During his long residence here, Mr. 
  Chiodo was held in high esteem throughout the community.  He was a man of wide 
  acquaintances and popularity, being active in Masonic and other fraternal 
  circles.
    The organizations to which Mr. Chiodo was a member included: Union lodge, 
  F.and A.,M., and also the local Masonic chapter and council; Trinity 
  Commandery, Knights Templar of Bradford; the Coudersport Consistory and Zem 
  Zem Temple, Mystic Shrine, of Erie; Tuna lodge and McKean Encampment, 
  I.O.O.F.; Bradford lodge of Elks; Lastella lodge, and Regina Elena society.
    Mr. Chiodo for some time was a resident of Smethport during the time the 
  line of the Shawmut railroad being constructed through this place.  He was 
  well known to many Smethport citizens.
  
  Page 3.
    Ernest M. Parks, of No. 48 Jefferson street, this city, a former resident of 
  Rixford, was found dead along the road near the Foster farm at Kinzua Junction 
  this morning by a man named Montie Milks.  Mr. Parks from all appearances had 
  driven his automobile along the side of the road and had one wheel jacked up 
  adjusting his chains when death overtook him.
    Coroner Heffner was notified, and he with Undertaker Still went to the scene 
  and the body was removed to Still’s undertaking parlors.
    Mr. Parks was a highly respected resident of this city, having a large 
  acquaintance among oil producers, being at one time gauger for the Tidewater 
  company at Rixford.
    Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Robert Hungiville, of 
  Rixford. – Bradford Star-Record, Friday.
  
  Page 5.
    Entered into rest, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 1921, at 6 o’clock a.m., at her home 
  near East Smethport, Jeanette Howard Acker.
    Deceased was a daughter of Major William Cook and Moranda Marble Howard and 
  was born at Columbus, Warren county, Pa., Feb. 9, 1843.
    She was married to Wilber Acker, Nov. 12, 1871.
    She is survived by her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Clarence Parker of 
  Franklinville, N.Y.; one son, Howard who lives at home; one grandson, Albert; 
  two sisters, Mrs. King of Titusville, Pa., Mrs. Helen Eldred of Spring Creek, 
  Pa., and one brother, Frank Howard of Corry, Pa.
    Mrs. Acker was a woman of strong personality, though modest and retiring, 
  but her sterling worth was appreciated by a wide circle of friends.
    Her creed, that of the Universalist church, was to do right from principle, 
  instead of policy.  She was a faithful wife, a loving mother and a good 
  friend.  She has earned her rest.
  (A poem follows)
    The funeral of Mrs. Acker was held at the family home in Keating township, 
  Saturday morning at 10:00 o’clock and interment was in Rose Hill cemetery.
  
  Page 7.
    The death of Charles Lambert, a former resident of this place, occurred at 
  the Erie County Hospital in Buffalo on September 14th.  After leaving here Mr. 
  Lambert moved to Buffalo and conducted a barbershop at Blaisdell.  He was a 
  frequent visitor at Port Allegany and during Old Home Week here he was injured 
  in an accident and has never been very well since.  His last visit here was at 
  the home of H.J. Lemon last Christmas.  He is survived by his wife and several 
  brothers and sisters, his only son Charles Lambert having been killed while 
  fighting in France in the World War.
  
  Page 8.
    Mr. and Mrs. James N. Hackett went to Bradford, Wednesday to attend the 
  funeral service of Mrs. Adell Gifford Grigsby who died at the home of her 
  granddaughter in that city Monday.  Mrs. Grigsby leaves three sons and three 
  daughters and several grandchildren.  Interment will be made in Rose Hill 
  cemetery Wednesday afternoon.
  
  October 13, 1921.
  
  Page 3.
    The death of Henry E. Smith, a highly respected resident of Rixford occurred 
  at his home Thursday evening at 6 o’clock.  Mr. Smith was 63 years of age, 
  having been born in St. Albans, Vermont, March 24, 1858.  He was very well 
  known among the oil men of this vicinity, where he had resided for 35 years.  
  Mr. Smith is survived by his wife and one daughter, Miss Josephine Smith of 
  Rixford.  He was a member of the Masonic lodge of Duke Center and the 
  Maccabees of Rew.
  
  Page 3.
  Larrabee:  Mr. and Mrs. Louis Coleman were called to Rochester, N.Y., Thursday 
  by the illness and death of the latter’s brother, Claude Bradt.
  
  Page 3.
    Mrs. John B. Sheehan of Cole avenue, received a message at an early hour 
  this morning informing her of the death of John Sheehan, which occurred last 
  night at 10 o’clock at his home in Tulsa, Okla.  He was 63 years of age.  He 
  is survived by his widow and nine children, Mrs. J.V. Horrigan, Nathleen, 
  Rosemary, Helen, Frank, Raymond and Nolan all of Tulsa, and Walter of Santa 
  Payla, California and John Sheehan of this city, who is enroute to Tulsa. – 
  Bradford Sunday Herald.
  
  Page 3.
  Olean Man Suicides
    Olean, Oct. 8. – Missing from his home since last Monday morning Edward E. 
  Wescott, 64 years old, of No. 906 Irving street, was found dead with his 
  throat cut from ear to ear, under a lumber shed in the Troy lumber yard on 
  South Barry street, by William Sullivan of North Sixth street about 6 o’clock 
  last night.
  
  Page 5.
    Loretta, the six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Sloppy, died 
  suddenly Monday evening after a two day’s illness from pneumonia.  Besides her 
  parents she is survived by several brothers and sisters.  Funeral services 
  were held at the family home on Wednesday afternoon.  The familyhave the 
  sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement. – Kane Republican.
  
  Page 5.
    Hazen, the six year old son of Mr. and Mrs. B.J. Heath of Eldred died last 
  Sunday night.  The funeral is being held today, Thursday, Mr. and Mrs. Claude 
  Heath of Smethport are in attendance.
  
  October 20, 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    The death of Mrs. Amelia F. Church of Williamsport, relict of the late Wm. 
  F. Church occurred at the residence of Dr. J.C. Brown of that city on Oct. 13 
  of cerebrae hemorrhage and the remains were brought to this place and interred 
  in Rose Hill Cemetery on Monday afternoon following prayer by Rev. Arthur 
  Gregson of the Methodist Episcopal Church.  Mrs. Church was 67 years of age.
    Mrs. Church was formerly a resident of this place where she had a large 
  circle of friends principally among the older residents by whom she was held 
  in high esteem.  She is survived by a son, Chas. Church of Florida and a 
  daughter, Mrs. R.R. Benton of Elizabeth, N.J.; also one sister, Mrs. John 
  Brown of Williamsport.  She was a member of the Lady Maccabees here.
    During the time this estimable family resided in Smethport Mr. church was 
  identified with E.W Jones in the meat business.  Mr. Church preceded her to 
  the grave several years ago.  News of the passing of Mrs. Church came as a 
  great shock to Smethport residents.
  
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    A terrible accident occurred near Port Allegany Tuesday afternoon whereby 
  Mark, six year old son of Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Holden received injuries which 
  caused his death Wednesday morning.
    R.E. Holden is one of the owners of the United Garage in Kane and it was to 
  make final arrangements about moving to this city to make their home that Mr. 
  and Mrs. Holden and the child started from Port Allegany.  They were driving 
  on the paved road a short distance from that town when one of the doors of the 
  car suddenly came open and the child becoming overbalanced fell from the 
  automobile to the roadway.
    The terribly injured little fellow was picked up and rushed back to Port 
  Allegany, where everything possible in a surgical was done for the sufferer, 
  but without avail.
    The child died early Wednesday morning from the effects of a fractured 
  skull.  He was a bright, lovable little chap, a favorite around his Port 
  Allegany home.  The parents so suddenly bereaved have the sympathy of many 
  friends. – Kane Republican, Wednesday.
  
  October 27, 1921.
  
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    Again Port Allegany is reminded of the sacrifices made by her brave sons 
  during the world war, when the body of Lawrence Meacham has been brought home 
  from France and buried here with military honors.
    The body arrived here on Saturday morning, and on Sunday afternoon at two 
  o’clock funeral services were held with prayer at the home on South Main 
  street, after which public services were held at the Pleasant Valley Church 
  and interment made in the family plot in the Sartwell Creek Cemetery.
    Lawrence left Port Allegany October 3, 1917, for Camp Lee, Va.  He was sent 
  overseas, being there about one year, a member of Company E. 120th Infantry.  
  He was wounded October 11, 1918 while fighting in the Argonne, and died 3 days 
  later, October 14th, as a result of his wounds.
    He leaves his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Meacham of South Main St. and the 
  following sisters; Mrs. Alta Clark of Coudersport, Laura, Mildred Leona, 
  Gertrude, Margaret and Thelma. – Port Allegany Reporter-Argus.
  
  November 3, 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    With laughter on their lips and totally unaware of grim fate which lurked at 
  the turn of the road ahead, five popular Port Allegany young people, occupants 
  of a Dodge touring car figured in a shocking accident, when the car turned 
  into a vehicle of death as a result of leaving the highway at the dangerous 
  turn at the Farmers Valley store, near this borough, shortly after 9:00 
  o’clock Sunday evening.
    Miss Marie Cook received terrible injuries which resulted in her death soon 
  after the accident, but her companions, miraculously, escaped fatal injury.
    The car was driven by Oscar Winterquist and Miss Cook occupied the front 
  seat with him.  IN the back seat were Misses Louise Mangold and Margaret 
  Cappellman and Arthur Winterquist, a brother of the driver.
  (Article is quite lengthy describing the accident and not all is included 
  here.)
    Dr. Robert Hamilton of this borough was summoned and arrived at the scene 
  soon after the accident.  It was found that Miss Cook, who had been conveyed 
  to the residence of H.D. Marsh nearby, was beyond all earthly aid and her 
  death occurred about 20 minutes after the arrival of the physician without 
  having regained consciousness.  The right side of her head and chest had been 
  crushed, and one of her lungs was punctured.  It is thought that Miss Cook was 
  thrown from the seat, with the result that her garments caught and she was 
  dragged in this position.
    Coroner S.D. Heffner of Bradford was notified of the accident and gave 
  permission for the removal of the body.  Undertaker H.H. Sasse went to Farmers 
  Valley and brought the remains of Miss Cook to the morgue in this borough, and 
  Monday afternoon took the body to Port Allegany.
    Miss Cook, the victim, was 20 years of age and was one of Port Allegany’s 
  most popular and beloved young ladies.  She had frequently visited Smethport 
  and possessed a wide acquaintance and many friends in this borough.  News of 
  her shocking death cast a pall of sadness over her home town and over 
  Smethport as well.
    She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cook, two sisters, Luella 
  and Jennie, three brothers, Harold, Joseph and John.  Funeral services are 
  being held at St. Gabriel’s church, Port Allegany this morning.  
  
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    The death of Mrs. Hannorah Connolley, a highly respected Smethport resident 
  occurred Tuesday morning at 2:15 o’clock at the Coudersport hospital, where 
  she had been a surgical patient for several weeks past.  Last Thursday Mrs. 
  Connolley’s right leg was amputated at the knee by Dr. Ashcraft, the attending 
  physician, in hopes of stopping an infection which had developed.  The 
  patient’s condition grew steadily weaker following the operation.  The members 
  of Mrs. Connolley’s family were at her bedside when the end came.
    Deceased was born in Boston, Mass., Oct. 25, 1861.  Early in life she was 
  united in marriage to Peter Connolley, who died two year ago.  She had resided 
  in Smethport for many years.  She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. O.J. 
  Wettrick of Coudersport, Mrs. Alice Heath of Buffalo, Miss Mayte Connolley and 
  three sons, John and S___ all of home, and Paul of Cleveland, Ohio.  Besides 
  the above she is survived by one brother, John Connors of Smethport.
    The body was brought to Smethport Wednesday and the funeral will be held at 
  St. Elizabeth’s church of which Mrs. Connolley was a devout member Friday 
  morning at 9:00 o’clock, Rev. P.J. Donohue officiating.
    The Democrat unites with the entire community in extending condolence to the 
  family which has been so sorely stricken in the passing of this noble mother.
  
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    The death of Coral C. Holden a former resident of this section, took place 
  Wednesday morning at eleven o’clock at the Higgins Memorial Hospital at Olean, 
  due to appendicitis.  Mr. Holden was 55 years of age, and had been a resident 
  of this section most of his life, having been born at the family home on Comes 
  Creek.  About ten years ago he went to Cleveland, O., where he lived about 
  four years, after which he took a course as chiropractor at Davenport, Iowa, 
  from which he graduated in March.  In April he established offices in Olean, 
  where he practiced until his death.
    He leaves two brothers, A.C. Holden and A.L. Holden of this place, and one 
  sister, Mrs. Flora Dunn of Hattiesburg, Miss.  He was unmarried
    The funeral services were held at two o’clock Friday at Colegrove, and 
  interment was made in the Colegrove cemetery. 
  
  Page 5.
    C.B. Wilson, aged about 60 years, who has been an inmate at the County Home 
  for some time past, died at that institution from an attack of heart failure 
  Monday.  Deceased is survived by a wife, one son and a daughter who reside 
  near Costello.  Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon and interment 
  was in Rose Hill cemetery.
  
  Page 8.
    The many Smethport friends of Fred C .Olds, for many years a prominent 
  lumberman of this vicinity during which time he conducted a large sawmill at 
  Crosby, were deeply grieved last Thursday morning at news of his death, which 
  occurred that morning at the family home in Olean, where for a number of years 
  past he had been a prominent citizen.  The Olean Herald of Friday gives the 
  following particulars of Mr. Olds’ demise:
    Frederick C. Olds, one of Olean’s most well known and distinguished citizens 
  died last night at 11:15 o’clock at his home, No. 150 South Union street, 
  following an attack of bronchial pneumonia of short duration.  His loss will 
  be severely felt by the community at large.
    Mr. Olds was born in Bradford, July 5, 1848.  In his early life he went to 
  Farmers Valley, where he conducted a general store for a number of years.  
  Later he became associated in the lumber business in Crosby and after a number 
  of years came to Olean where he made his home.  He was interested in the 
  Heinemann Chemical company of Crosby and held an interest at the time of his 
  death.  He also held oil interests.
  (Obituary is lengthy and only portions are included here.)
    Besides his wife Mr. Olds is survived by one daughter Ethel and two 
  brothers, Charles C. Olds of this city and John Olds of Chicago, the latter 
  arriving here early this morning.
  
  Page 8.
    The death of W. Frank Potter, formerly a well known resident and newspaper 
  man of Bradford, occurred Thursday morning at his home in Tulsa, Okla., of 
  apoplexy.  Word of his demise came as a severe shock to his hosts of friends 
  and admirers in this city, where he lived many years.
    Mr. Potter was taken ill last Friday night and at that time he condition was 
  very grave.  Word of his condition was received in Bradford last Saturday, by 
  his sister, Mrs. J.A. Brawley of Williams street and by Mrs. Potter’s sisters, 
  Misses Ella and Katherine McCullough of Jackson avenue and this morning they 
  were notified of his death.
    Frank Potter’s passing has caused great sorrow in Bradford, where he was 
  highly respected by a large circle of friends who were in every walk of life.
    His bereaved ones have the sympathy of the community at large.
    The burial will take place in Tulsa on Sunday.  Miss Katherine McCullough 
  left this afternoon for Tulsa to attend the obsequies.
    W. Frank Potter at the time of his death was manager of the Tulsa Oil & Gas 
  Journal, being associated with D.A. Dennison, editor, also formerly of this 
  city.  (Obituary continues with business details.)
    Deceased is survived by his wife, Winifred McCullough Potter and one 
  daughter, Mrs. Ralph Hanawait and two sons, Harry Potter and Paul, all of 
  Tulsa.  Mrs. J.A. Brawley of Williams street, this city is a sister of Mr. 
  Potter and C.E. Potter of Midland, Mich., a brother.
  
  November 17, 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    This community was inexpressibly shocked Sunday evening  by news that Mrs. 
  Lucy Gorton, wife of the late Sheridan Gorton, Esq., and former well known and 
  highly esteemed resident of Smethport, had dropped dead on the street in San 
  Diego, California, where she has resided most of during the past two years.
    Her death occurred Armistice Day, due it is presumed to a sudden attack of 
  heart failure.  After being stricken she was rushed to a hospital, but passed 
  away without regaining consciousness, and her body was not identified until 
  Sunday.
    The shocking news of Mrs. Gorton’s sudden demise was conveyed in a message 
  to her sister, Mrs. D.M. Brasted, Mrs. Gorton’s son, Rex Gorton, her daughter, 
  Mrs. Wright Smith, and a niece, Mrs. Zela Donley, formerly Miss Zela Brasted 
  of Smethport, reside in El Cajon, a few miles outside of San Diego.
    Mrs. Gorton was a member of the Travellers’ Club, and of the local chapter, 
  D.A.R.   She was a lady of high intellectual attainments and was active in 
  social and civic affairs.  Following the death of Mr. Gorton, who was one of 
  the leading members of the McKean county Bar, in 1919, Mrs. Gorton went to 
  visit her son, Rex Gorton of El Cajon, Calif., was captivated with that 
  beautiful climate and purchased a home in San Diego, selling her residence 
  property in this place.  Her last visit East was in the summer of 1920.
    Lucy C. Eaton, was born in Smethport April 1, 1859, being a daughter of Mr. 
  and Mrs. J.G. Eaton, pioneer residents.  She was united in marriage to 
  Sheridan Gorton June 29, 1878.
    She is survived by three sons, Sheridan Gorton of New York City, Rex Gorton 
  of El Cajon, Calif., MacArthur Gorton of Detroit, Mich.; one daughter, Mrs. 
  Wright Smith of El Cajon, Calif., also two sisters, Mrs. Nina Rumsey and Mrs. 
  D.M. Brasted, both of Smethport.
    The funeral was held in San Diego Wednesday and is being brought to 
  Smethport for interment tin the family plot in Rose Hill cemetery, being 
  accompanied on the long journey by Mr. and Mrs. Wright Smith.  The funeral 
  party will arrive here on the 11:20 P.R.R. train Monday morning.
    Mrs. Gorton was a parishioner of St. Luke’s Episcopal church.
  
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    Died at her home on East Main street, at 11:45 o’clock, Tuesday evening, 
  Nov. 15, 1921, Mrs. Flora A. Backus.  Death resulted from an attack of heart 
  failure, following an illness of seventeen days.
    Mrs. Backus was first stricken with a severe sinking spell, Saturday, Oct. 
  29.  She rallied from that attack, although she had since been confined to her 
  bed, and was apparently convalescing in a satisfactory manner, up to shortly 
  after 11:00 o’clock on Tuesday evening at which time she suffered a second 
  heart attack, and although Dr Robert Hamilton was summoned, nothing could be 
  done to relieve her condition and the end came peacefully at the time above 
  mentioned.
    Flora A. Hamlin was born in Smethport Oct. 22, 1852, a daughter of Mr. and 
  Mrs. A.D. Hamlin pioneer residents of this place.  The father, Asa Darwin 
  Hamlin was a civil engineer, prominent throughout this section of the United 
  States.  Early in life she was united in marriage to Frank Ward Backus and her 
  entire life was spent in Smethport.  The fruits of this union were two 
  children, Harry L. and Mattie, the latter deceased.  Mr. Backus died in 1913.
    The news of Mrs. Backus’ death not only came as a deep shock to the 
  community, but her passing will be sincerely mourned by all citizens.  Hers 
  was a life dedicated to service.  Not only her own immediate family felt the 
  benefits of her nobility of soul and generousity of nature, but her 
  benefactions were extended to her friends who were legion.  Hers was a spirit 
  rare, happy and as inspiring as the warm breezes of spring.  Her cares, which 
  were many, were locked tightly in the chamber of her good heart.  No call of 
  the needy ever fell unheeded within her sphere – she was never so happy as 
  when rendering surcease to suffering of loving service to others.  A noble, 
  indulgent mother and a true friend, her final lasting, gentle sleep is the 
  culmination of a life of rare usefulness.
    Surviving is her son, Harry L. Backus, owner and publisher of the McKean 
  County Miner, also three grandchildren, Clarissa, Harry and William Backus and 
  two sisters, Mrs. Nellie Badger of Smethport and Mrs. Carrie Townsend of 
  Lancaster Ohio, who was summoned to Smethport last week by her sister’s 
  illness.
    Funeral services will be held at the home Friday at 2:00 p.m., Rev. W.E. Van 
  Dyke, rector of St. Luke’s church officiating.  Interment will be in the 
  family plot in Rose Hill cemetery.
    The family so sorely stricken in the passing of this good woman has the 
  sincere sympathy of this community.
  
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    Craig Workley, son of Postmaster and Mrs. E.W. Workley, passed away at the 
  family residence on King street, Saturday evening, shortly after 5:00 
  o’clock.  The young man had just been brought home the day previous from 
  Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he had been for several months past in a vain 
  quest for restored health.
    About one year ago Craig, then a student at the University of Pittsburgh 
  suffered an attack of appendicitis.  His brother Howard, also a student at 
  that school, accompanied him to the Bradford Hospital where he underwent an 
  operation.  The young man failed to recover from the operation in a 
  satisfactory manner, it alter developing that he was suffering from an attack 
  of pneumonia at the time.  He was brought to his home in th8is borough, where 
  his condition failed to respond to treatment and last July, in hopes the 
  healing southwestern sun would improve the young man’s condition, his father 
  accompanied him to Albuquerque, New Mexico.  However, the patient did not 
  improve and recently expressed the desire to return home and Mr. Workley 
  immediately left for Albuquerque a week ago last Saturday.  The return trip 
  was made with Craig on a cot with the father in constant attendance at his 
  side – three days and nights of sleepless vigil.  At Buffalo last Friday 
  morning, Dr. Robert Hamilton of this borough, met the two and accompanied them 
  home, arriving on the 11:30 P.R.R. train that morning.  It was a race with 
  death from the time of departure from Albuquerque, and the stricken lad 
  expressed his pleasure at arriving home once more.
    Craig Workley was one of the town’s finest, most popular young men, and his 
  passing cast a pall of sadness over this community.  He was a graduate of the 
  Smethport High School and was an athlete of prowess.  Particularly on the 
  basketball court, he developed rare genius as a player.  In his passing the 
  grief-stricken family has the sincere sympathy of the entire populace.
    He was born in Cuylerville, N.Y., Dec. 13, 1901.  The family moved to this 
  place when he was an infant.  Besides his parents, he is survived by one 
  brother, Howard Workley, two sisters, Margaret Workley who attends Genesee 
  Normal School, Genesee, N.Y., and Katherine Workley of home.
    The funeral was held at the Methodist Episcopal church, Tuesday afternoon, 
  the Rev. Arthur Gregson officiating.  Interment was in Rose Hill cemetery.
  
    
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    Arthur McGregor, pioneer oil man and for many years one of Bradford’s most 
  prominent citizens, died at 9:10 o’clock last Thursday evening at his home No. 
  47 Congress street.
    Mr. McGregor had lived in Bradford since the early oil days and had played a 
  prominent part in the development of this region.  He was born at Castle 
  Welland, County Down, Ireland, January 16, 1843, and came to the United States 
  in 1861.  In 1870 he went to the Butler county oil fields and operated in that 
  territory until 1877 when he came to Bradford.
    When Mr. McGregor arrived in Bradford the local oil field was just beginning 
  to be developed and he was an active member of the group of pioneers that made 
  this city a metropolis of oil.  For 44 years he was recognized as one of the 
  leaders among local oil men.  In the course of that tie he operated in most of 
  the oil fields of the country, all of his ventures proving successful and 
  lucrative.  For 39 years Mr. McGregor was senior partner of the firm of 
  McGregor and Grant, the junior partner being his nephew, Hugh Grant.
    Mr. McGregor won recognition not only as an able and sagacious oil man, but 
  also as an energetic and public spirited leader in civic affairs.  He was 
  prompt to support any movement looking toward the betterment of his city, and 
  was instrumental in advancing the interests of many such activities.
    As a man of warm heart, generous impulses and kindly personality, Mr. 
  McGregor won and held the friendship and affection of all who came in direct 
  contact with him.  The rugged force and unquestioned probity of his character 
  commanded the respect of the community.
    Mr. McGregor is survived by his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth McGregor of this city; 
  one son, Harry McGregor of Johnsonburg; two daughters, Mrs. John Mohan of 
  Johnsonburg and Miss Sarah Elizabeth McGregor of Bradford; one brother, 
  Patrick McGregor of Newcastle-on-Tyne, England; three nephews, Hugh Grant of 
  Bradford, who was his business partner for many years; Peter Grant of 
  Bradford, and Arthur Grant of Orcutt, California.
    Mr. McGregor was member of St. Bernards church, the Knights of Columbus and 
  the Elks.  For a number of years he was active in the affairs of the 
  Democratic party and served a several terms as a state committeeman of that 
  party.
    The funeral was held Monday morning with a service at the home at 8:30 
  o’clock, and high requiem mass in St. Bernard’s church at 9 o’clock.  Burial 
  took place in St. Bernards Cemetery.
  
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    John W. Ellis, a life-long resident of Eldred township, dropped dead at the 
  residence of his daughter, in Buffalo, at about 7 o’clock last night.  
  Particulars are lacking, but it is known that he had been in poor health for 
  some time.  Death came very suddenly.  Surviving are two sons and two 
  daughters.  An obituary will be published next week. – Eldred Eagle.
  
  Page 3.
    Mrs. Rosella  Besse, aged 66 years died at her residence over Mr. Halls 
  story, at 6 o’clock, Saturday evening, after a long illness death being due to 
  a complication of diseases.  Deceased had been a resident of this vicinity 
  about three years.  She leaves two sons; H.L. Besse of Duke Center, and N.L. 
  Besse of Eldred, and one daughter Mrs. Daisy Mapes of Portville to mourn her 
  death.  The funeral was held Tuesday, interment being made in Oak Hill. – 
  Eldred Eagle.
  
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    Kane Republican, Friday:  William Mahoney, of Sheffield, formerly of Kane 
  died at the Warren General Hospital at 5:40 a.m. Thursday after having been a 
  patient there for nearly two months, his death resulting from injuries in 
  which his spinal column was fractured.
    While working in the woods at Hart and Henderson’s camp near Sheffield for 
  the Central Pennsylvania Lumber company, Mahoney was engaged in felling trees 
  on September 15, when one of the heavy trees fell upon him crushing him under 
  its immense weight.  Fellow workmen lifted the tree from his body and he was 
  taken to Sheffield where he was attended by Dr. Mervine.  He was brought to 
  the hospital the same day and on the following day an operation was performed 
  with the hope of giving him permanent relief but without avail in saving his 
  life.  Mr. Mahoney was aged 45 years and a man of splendid (remainder is 
  unreadable).
  
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    Paul Leslie Palmatier, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Palmatier of 
  Liberty, died Friday evening at the McGraner Hospital, as a result of inhaling 
  steam from a teakettle on the stove at his home last Thursday afternoon at 
  five o’clock.  He was taken at once to the hospital, but his condition was so 
  serious that nothing could be done for the little fellow.  He was three years 
  nine months old.  He leaves his parents and one sister, Isabella.  His sister 
  is at present at the hospital suffering from the kick of a horse on the side 
  of her head, but is getting along well.  Funeral services for Paul were held 
  Sunday afternoon at two o’clock at the Grimes Church and interment was made in 
  the Grimes cemetery.
  
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    Word was received in Smethport the forepart of the week of the death of W.D. 
  Camp, formerly of this place, which occurred at his home in Huntingdon, W.Va., 
  Saturday.  Mr. Camp was born in New Jersey July 2, 1841 and was father of the 
  prominent Camp brothers, glass manufacturers.  He was factory manager of the 
  old Camp glass factory in Smethport, moving to Mt. Vernon, Ohio, when the 
  plant was taken to that town, later moving to Huntingdon.  He was the father 
  of Thomas Camp and Mrs. N.C. Keffer of Smethport.
  
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    Olean Times Monday – Joseph Ruffo, 35 years old, of No. 502 Higgins avenue, 
  was killed about 2:35 o’clock yesterday afternoon near Portville.  He was 
  employed by the Olean, Bradford & Salamanca Railway company and was on a work 
  car unloading cinders.  AS the car neared Portville he leaned out of the car 
  doorway his head striking a tree within a few feet of the tracks.  His neck 
  was broken and he died almost instantly.
    Beside his wife Rose Ruffo, he is survived by 2 small children.
  
  November 24, 1921.
  
  Page 1.
    The body of Mrs. Lucy C. Gorton, formerly of Smethport, who dropped dead on 
  the street in San Diego, Cal., where she had resided for two years past, 
  Armistice Day, an account of which appeared in the Democrat last week, arrived 
  in this place Monday morning, being accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Wright Smith, 
  the latter a daughter of the deceased of El Cajon, Cal.  Funeral services were 
  held at St. Luke’s Episcopal church at 2:30 o’clock Monday afternoon, the Rev. 
  W.E. Van Dyke officiating, the final obsequies being attended by a large 
  concourse of friends of this highly esteemed former resident.  In addition to 
  Mrs. Rita Smith, Sheridan Gorton of New York and MacArthur Gorton of Detroit, 
  sons of the deceased were in Smethport for the funeral.  Rex Gorton, another 
  son, who resides in El Cajon, Cal., was unable to make the long trip across 
  the continent.  Other out of town relatives in attendance were Mr. and Mrs. 
  Garth Rumsey of Bradford, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Renwick of Cuba, N.Y., Lesa 
  Dayton and Lizzie Flint of Buffalo.  Interment was made in the family plot in 
  Rose Hill cemetery.
  
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    Bradford Era, Tuesday. – Peter A. Allegretti, for many years a well known 
  resident of Bradford died at his home No. 38 Mechanic St. at 11:40 last 
  evening.  Mr. Allegretti had been in ill health for about a year.
    Mr. Allegretti was born in Italy in 1866, and came to the United States when 
  17 years old.  After living for three years in Pittsburgh, he came to Bradford 
  in 1886 and engaged in the confectionery business.  Later he also entered the 
  real estate business and proved successful in both lines of enterprise.
  
  Page 3.
    Andrew Balton, one of Bradford’s oldest and best known residents died at his 
  home, No. 99 West Washington street, at 6 o’clock yesterday morning after 
  having been ill with acute indigestion for three days.
    Mr. Balton was one of the pioneer residents of Bradford, and probably had 
  lived in this city longer than any citizen now alive.  He came here from 
  Buffalo more than 60 years ago when he was only five years old.  At that time 
  the nucleus of the present city of Bradford was a small settlement known as 
  Littleton. – Bradford Era, Saturday.
  
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    Coudersport, Pa., Nov. 19. – Tony Barbrei, 30 years old was drowned when his 
  Ford car backed into the Allegany river at the west line of the borough at 7 
  o’clock last night.  His body has not yet been recovered.
     His half brother, Jimmy Magnola, 25 years old, was driving with him when 
  the car went into the river.  The latter managed to swim ashore.  He then went 
  to his boarding house, changed his clothes and notified the police of his 
  brother’s drowning.  Immediately the police began grappling for the car and 
  recovered it in a few hours.  They are now searching for Barberi’s body.
    Barberi was avoiding a deep hole in the road when he backed into the river.  
  He went over a five foot embankment into the river, which is very deep at this 
  point.
    Barberi bought his car just two days ago and was not experienced in driving.
    About two months ago Barberi was released from the Huntington prison.  
  According to the police he had a wife in Italy and two in this country.
  
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    The funeral of Mrs. Flora Backus of East Main street, whose death occurred 
  with shocking suddenness as a result of heart failure on Tuesday night of last 
  week, was held at the late residence Friday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock the Rev. 
  W.E. Van Dyke of St. Luke’s Episcopal church officiating.  The final services 
  were largely attended and profuse floral offering attested to high esteem in 
  which this estimable lady was held by the residents of this community.  
  Interment was in the family plot in Rose Hill cemetery.
  
  
  
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