’ en 4 ” co ps Volume XL NO. 17 Naval Officer Is FORCED DOWN At Somerset Airport While flying his airplane from Washington, D. C., to Columbus, O., the Hon. Davis F. In- galls, Assistant Secretary of the United States Navy, was forced to make a landing about noon Sunday at the Somerset Airport on the Dupp- stadt farm along the Somerset pike, about a mile and a half north of town. Mr. Ingalls, who was piloting his own plane, was forced down owing to un- favorable weather conditions. Harry E. Morrison, Chairman of the Somerset Chamber of Commerce Air- port Committee, motored to the avia- tion field and took Mr. Ingalls to Somerset, where they had dinner to- gether at the Ferner Hotel. With weather conditions more fav- orable, Assistant Secretary Ingalls took off in his plane about 2:30 o'clock, headed: for Columbus, where he made an address Monday evening. While in Somerset, Mr. Ingalls ex- pressed himself as highly pleased with Somerset’s new airport, stating that the location is one of the best in Western Pennsylvania. Later Figures in Accident David S. Ingalls, Assistant Secre- tary of the Navy in charge of aero- nautics at Washington, cracked up in his plane late Sunday afternoon at Seaton’s Lake, about 12 miles east of Uniontown, in the mountains in a dense fog. Ingalls was badly shaken up, but otherwise unhurt. It was Ingalls’ first mishap since he assumed his new duties in Wash- ington. He has made a number of trips to Cleveland. At Seaton’s Lake Ingalls ran into a dense patch of fog and was forced down. The plang in landing hit a fence and turned over. The machine was badly damaged, but Ingalls was able to crawl out. The dense fog over the mountains also was responsible for another forced landing when Lieutenant Ar- cher, of Washington was forced down anted——100 Girls The local branch of the Phillips- Jones shirt factory here in Meyers- dale want 100 more girls. Apply at once to the local manager of opera- tions, Mr. E. M. Yeagley. A special bus will be run from Meyersdale to Garrett and Salisbury if enough girls can be secured. : At the local shirt factory, the work- ing conditions are ideal. = They have good hours, clean work, good ventila- tion, and last but not least a body of men whom they can work under who take great pains in outlining every detail of the work and help in every way possible. . Birthday Party A very pleasant surprise birthday party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Hutzel, April 16, in honor of Mr. Hutzel’s 53rd anniver- sary of his birth. A nine o’clock sup- per was prepared by his wife and children. Those present to enjoy the evenings festivities were: Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Hutzel, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Day and family, Mr. Wilson Hut- zel, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Beal and family, Mr. and Mrs. William Gless- ner and child, Mr. and Mrs. William Hutzel and child, Mr. and Mrs. James Hahn, Mr. and Mrs. William Hahn, Mr. and Mrs. George Fuller, Mr. Eu- gene Bowman, James Phenicie. The evening was spent in music, singing and dancing. Mr. Hutzel was the re- cipient of many useful gifts. Entertains | Bridge Club Mrs. Harry entertained the Bridge Club, at her home on Meyers avenue, Monday evening of this week. The evening was very pleasantly spent in playing Bridge and at the close of the evening enjoyments, a dainty lunch was served by the hostess. Philson The Sodality’s regular monthly 500 and Bridge Party will be held at SS. Philip and James Hall Tuesday even- ing, April 30 at 8:15. Everybody welcome. FOOD AND BAKE SALE The Ladies Aid Society of the St. Paul's (Wilhelm) Reformed Church will hold a food and bake sale in the Com- mercial Office, on Saturday, April 27, afternoon and evening. 16-2t A new brand of Oleomargarine— Eckonut Brand—especially prepared for table use. Price 20c. Sold by BROADWATER’S MEAT MARKET, Salisbury, Pa. 13-tf Vought-Corsair at Markleysburg, about 20 miles east | fense. SONS OF VETERANS Are Official Successors OF THE G. A. R. the Grand Army of the Republic, held at Denver, Colorado, September, 1928, passed unanimously the following Re- ‘solution: “Whereas, the Sons of Union Vet- erans of the Civil War have for many years endeavored to co-operate with and assist the Grand Army of the Re- public in carrying on its work, parti- cularly in the matter of decorating the graves of the soldiers of the Grand Army of the Republic; Resolved, that in all cities or other localities where there is a Camp of the Sons of Union Veterans, it is rs- commended that the Sons be given charge of the service.” Memorial Day is fundamentally a Civil War day, set apart for the chief purpose of honoring the memory of the sainted Union dead. The editor of a large daily newspaper, in a Me- morial Day editorial last year, paid a stirring tribute to the memory of the boys in blue and declared that Armis- tice Day is the day of memories fos those who fell in the World War. In view of these facts, and in view of the Resolution of the Grand Army, the Sons of Union Veterans feel that they are entitled to make the arrangements for Memorial Day services. The Sons of Union Veterans were organized in 1881 for the purpose of perpetuating the memory and lofty ideals of Lincoln and the gallant Un- ion defenders, and assisting the Grand Army in its work. This great patriotic and sétni-military organiza- tion, which is one of the greatest in America, is well qualified to carry on the noble work of Memorial Day. It has demonstrated its ability through the many years of its association with the ‘Grand Army. The uniformed Sons of Veterans Reserve is the mili- tar; 9 ] org Li | | He. or H. C. McKinley Camp No. 214, of Meyersdale, is not quite ready to an- nounce the arrangements for the offi- cial Memorial Day services to be held in Meyersdale and vicinity. How- ever, arrangements will be announced at an early date. This year the Camp will decorate, as usual, the graves of the Union dead in 32 cemeteries, and will travel more than 400 miles in the accomplishment of the great work. Surprise Party is Held For Padfield Family The Berean Class of the Main street Brethren Church entertained with sev- eral of their friends Tuesday evening of last week in honor of the return of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Padfield, and family, who reside in the Samuel Foy dwelling on Grant street. Mr. and Mrs. "Padfield left here last summer for Omaha, Neb. An entertainment was arranged in a way of a surprise party. Thirty eight guests greeted them in their home and showered them with many useful gifts, and made them feel very happy to be back home again. A delicious lunch was served during the evening. Picture Well Received “The Patriot” motion picture spon- sored by Company C Fourth Reserves of the Sons of Veterans was a grand success. The picture was shown on Thursday and Friday evenings of last week with matinees in the afternoon. The sponserers of the picture through these columns wish to express their appreciation of the patronage accord- ed them. Emil Jannings was suberb in the role of the Czar, and the other members of the cast were at their best. Baseball Forecast The Baseball season officially open- ed on last Tuesday. The Pittsburgh Pirates through the masteiful pitch- ing of the old reliable Burleigh Grimes annexed the first game of the season. It looks as though it will be Pittsburgh and the Phila. Athletics next fall. “WILD MAN” ARRESTED AFTER FIRING AT HOME Aleged to have threatened the lifc of Mrs. Mary Crissinger, and to have fired several shots through her house in Greensburg, Frank Rowe, 45 years, was arrested by state police, is the “wild man,” they say, seen by resid- ents in that section. The 62nd National Encampment of was an artist of high note and the Interior view of the only passenger air terminal of its kind in America—the luxurious station and customs of- fice of the Pan American airways in Miami, photographed! while passengers of the daily Havana air limited were go- ing through the usual customs inspection.. Tea was served as the baggage was inspected. MRS. MARTIN MEYERS DROWNS HERSELF IN THE CASSELMAN RIVER wife of Martin Meyers, of Salisbury street, Meyersdale, drowned herself last Thursday night, in the Casselman river. The body was recovered by a squad of local firemen with the aid of a grappling hook a short time later. Mrs. Meyers disappeared from her home about 8 o’clock and soon after relatives and friends began to search for her, tracing her to the river by footprints through a meadow. Her found and was recovered by the fire- men with much difficulty. Ce + 4 mit the rash act. Coroner H. S. Kimmel, of Somerset, was notified of the suicide and the body was turned over to Undertaker Price. The Coroner held an inquest Friday. Mrs. Meyers was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Simon Nicholson, and was reared on the home place, south of Meyersdale. She is survived by her husband and two step sons; children to her husband’s first mar- riage. She is also survived by thé following brothers and sisters: Nel- son and Richard, of Meyersdale; Wil- liam, of Vim; Rev. Harvey Nicholson, who resides in Florida; Mrs. August Crouse, of Fort Hill; Mrs. Nelson Jones, of State College, and Miss Har- riet, of Somerset. Burial was from the Meyers home with funeral services in Amity Re- formed Church, Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, conducted by Rev. B. A. Black, pastor of Amity Reformed church. Interment in the Reformed church cemetery. Ross Corman Band Well Received Here on Last Tuesday Evening With few exceptions the dance music and entertainment put out by Ross Gorman and his band at the Au- ditorium on last Thursday evening has seldom been equalled in Meyers- dale. Each member of the orchestra singing numbers were exceptionally fine. Music Sychronizer Installed in Theatre The" Main Theatre through its efficient manager, Charles Robertson, have in- stalled an all electric music Sychronizer which is a wonderful improvement, in as much as all the latest and up to date music is played. The Firemens Minstrel which was to wave been put on in the latter part of April has been switched to May 7 and 8th. It is hoped there will be a good turnout for this picture as the Firemen need your help. On May 2 and 3 the Main will show “The Awakening” and this will be a be- nefit picture. A benefit picture for the Athletic Association entitled, “Satur- day’s Children” will be shown in the near future. EE Scientists announce the perfection of a new altimeter which will tell the avi- ator when he is nearing ground. No altimeter is necessary to tell him when he hits the ground. Mrs. Anna Meyers, aged 68 years, lifeless body was in a whirlpool, when i MEYERSDALE GIRL IS WEDDED IN DETROIT rns sence, daughter of Mr. Spence of Thomas ried to Royal Siehl, t 4 o'clock in De- Saturday, & troit, Mic Miss Spe a graduate of the School, was employ- as a saleslady in M. ery store. She is a d young woman and ed for some. L. Barber's Gi very accompli has a host of Royal Sie the son of Mr. and Mrs. ‘George Siehl and holds a very nsibl on with the Gray Bar ! jany in Detroit, Mich- the Bliss ton, D. C. pung. ana.” ouple will live in . 3 SAAN, The newly magried c Detroit, Michigan, Going Fishing? The chief topic on tap now is are you going fishing? Many local ang- lers have already visited the streams in quest of trout and have been am- ply rewarded. One reason the children always go out after dark nowadays is that they are afraid to stay in the house alone. MRS. HARRY WILLIAMS DIED AT BADEN, PA. The body of Mrs. Harry Williams, aged 63 years, who died Saturday morning at her home in Baden, Pa., where she lived with her daughter, arrived here Sunday afternoon and was taken to the home of Mrs. James Watson, of North street. Funeral services were held at the Watson home, conducted by Rev. W. C. Marquis, pastor of the local Meth- odist Episcopal church. Interment in Union cemetery. Mrs. Williams formerly lived in Meyersdale for many years. She is survived by her husband and one daughter with whom she lived and BR ilies WORK STARTED O NEW BUILDING Contractor Dennis Kneriem started work on the concrete building, which will be used as a dyeing and cleaning plant by the Sanitary Dry Cleaning and Dyeing company of Meyersdale. The i building is located on Salisbury street, next to the Flaugherty creek bridge and will be built of concrete and steel and will be strictly fireproof. The office of the company will remain for the present in the Hocking Block, on Centre street. First Out Door event of the season company has been greatly augmented f more tented attractions have been new a mile in length and will present an a tractions are tolerated by the manage this year, and all attractions will cater wheel. tractions that will appeal to all classes. American Legion Sponsors Out Door Event (Charles E. Kelly Post No. 112), Meyersdale, will be the holding of a Mam- moth Carnival for seven nights starting Saturday, April 27th. rangements have been completed with the United Amusement Company which has wintered here at Meyersdale to furnish all attractions. novel features have been added by the management. It has been the policy of the United Amusement Company for the past years to present nothing but clean, high class amusements, no immortal at- Entertainment for young and old can be found in every attraction along the midway. New and modern riding devices, such as merry go round and ferris Eight side shows of the highest type, will be found to contain at- can expect to be well entertained by the American Legion. being made to make this the outstanding event of the season. to be sponsored by American Legion, All ar- This or the coming season. Many new and All of the fifty or ly decorated and will grace a midway rray of glittering splendor. ment. The same policy will prevail to ladies and children as well as men. All those attending during the week High School Musical CONTEST Returns Miss Reich as WINNER On last Thursday evening in the auditorium of the High School a Mus- ical Contest was put on by six of the local students. Miss Georgia Reich was declared the winner by three judges namely, Miss Hazel Troxell of Berlin and Miss Frances D’Amico and Karl M. Leith of Meyersdale. ., Miss Louise Snyder was named as alter- nate t6 Miss Reich. The other young ladies taking part in the contest were the Misses Mary Lucente, Florence Streng, Mary Hartley and Mary Alice Hay. Each of the contestants acquit- ted themselves in a very capable and efficient manner. Miss Reich went to Somerset on Tuesday evening of this week as re- presentative of the local high school and played very wonderful as usual, although Miss Sadie Mae Foltz of Somerset won first choice. Miss Foltz’s two selections were “Witches Dance” and “Dream of Love” while Miss Reich’s selections “Two Larks” and “Impromptu in A Flat” were the same as presented in Meyersdale. An added event which took place on last Thursday evening at Meyersdale in the local school in conjunction with the musical program was a debate with Berlin High School on the sub- ject of “Should there be a Secretary of Education in the President’s Cab- inet.” The affirmative team of Mey- ersdale won, composed of Miss Naomi Bowmaster and Miss Althea Habel. Berlin was representedijon the nega- Miss Evelyn Brubaker. ¢ FREDERICK HARE, JR., IS MAKING GOOD AT : of t Collegian, Ashland College Ohio pa- per of which Frederick Hars, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. F. P. Hare of Casey's Cafe is a member of the staff contains the following news: In this issue Fred Hare has published the follow- ing poem: “Be a Good Winner” Have you ever lost in this game called hfe? Something you prized most dear? Have you ever lost in this worldly strife And heard the mobs cruel jeer? Fate lets us lose in the end to gain, A greater relief for having suffered the pain To be a good winner requires little tact, It’s the good enough loser who al- ways comes back. Then here’s to the loser in work or in play, Who never shirks from the dues he must pay, But comes ever anew to the battle of life Taking his pay in the joy of the strife. Another article which was carried by the Collegian was one with this heading: Student Frederick Hare is Honored In City In the competitive examination con- ducted by the officers of Company E. 145th Infantry located in Ashland, Ohio, Frederick (Casey) Hare, stu- dent from Meyersdale, Pa., made the highest grade in the group taking the examination and has been appointed First Sergeant of the company. (Editors Note—Fine work Casey, keep it up.) Evangelistic Services Are Being Conducted in Brethren Church A series of Evangelistic services, cov- ering a period of two week’s began Monday evening, in the Church of the Brethren, South Side, with Rev. B. T. Waltz, of the Twenty eighth street Church of the Brethren, Altoona, as the speaker, and Rev. George L. Detwieler, of the Salisbury congregation, in charge of the music. The pastor of the local church, Rev. T. Rodney Coffman and his associates have been planning and making arrangements for the event for some time past, and apparently have all details well in hand for the opening on Monday evening. The meeting will close with the semi- annual lovefeast and Communion service on Sunday evenir May 5th. The pub- lic is cordially invited to attend these Every effort is services. tive side by Miss Ruth Menges and _ ASHLAND, 0., COLLEGE SOMERSET and Cambria Counties LEAD IN Propogation « of Fish Semerset and Cambria counties have co-operated to a greater extent than any other section in the state in establish- ing nurseries and rearing ponds for game fish, it has been revealed by the bureau of fisheries in Washington, D. C. During 1928 thousands of fish. were raised by these hatcheries to sizes above 3 inches prior to their use for stocking the state’s streams. During the present year a much larger number of fish will be developed by these hatcheries. The government supplied more than 184,000 fish to Somerset and Cambria. led the list, the government supplying these two counties with 164,000 of these species. In addition to that number 20,000 rainbow trout were supplied for propagation purposes by the gevern- ment. One of the features of the propa; tion in recent months has been the; co-operation of sportsmen in b ¥ing fish to catching size before they: placed in the streams. This ideag ga- in 1925, when he was secretary of § o1 merce, and it took deep root in B Dn- sylvania and other states. iy Through the activities of Pennsylviinia sportsmen, the bureau of fisheries as- serts, many thousand of fish were made available for fishermen that would have been destroyed had they been placed in the streams in the fry size. Windber leads the entire state in the number of fish supplied by the govern- ment. The Coaltown sportsmen received 100,000 brook trout last year. Meyers- dale and Somerset rank second in the number of brook trout, hatcheries at these places being supplied 25,000 fish each. The Johnstown sportsmen re ceived 10,000 brook trout and 10,000 rainbow trout for planting purposes, while Boswell 'was allotted 4,000 brook trout, Somerset also received 10,000 rainbow trout, While the bulk of the government's distribut other species. HAVE RETURNED HOME * FROM VISIT TO ITALY Mr. and Mrs. Nat LaCavera and two children, who had been visiting at the home of the former's parents, in Italy, for the past four months, arrived here Friday evening of last week, and are now at the home of Mrs. LaCavera’s mother, Mrs. Gus Damico, on Centre street. Before leaving here, they disposed of their real estate and barber shop and furnishings, but in the near future, it is said he will ‘engage in the barber business again. Mr. LaCavera was the instructor of the American Legion Drum and Bugle Corps and his return home will mean that Nat will again be able to help the Bugle Corps along. Mr. LaCavera says that he enjoyed the trip over and back very much al- though his wife and himself suffered slightly from seasickness. Mr. LaCavera found his parents in fine health when he left them. Attend Apple Blossom Festival at Winchester For a number of years it has been the custom, in Winchester, Va., to celebrate apple blossom time by a fes- tival called Apple Blossom Festival. This year the festival was celebrated on Thursday and Friday of last week, April 18-19. The principal events of the celebra- tion consisted of a pageant and a pa- rade. The pageant called the Apple Blossom Pageant took place on the grounds of the Harnon school. The school and grounds stand as a mon- ument to the memory of a Mr. Han- non, who donated the funds to pur- chase the ground and erect the build- ings. To those who witnessed the pageant, it was indeed, a scene long to be remembered, “a thing of beauty and a joy for ever.” The parade! it was wonderful! 3g bands, 65 floats, automobiles galore, horse back riders, squads of footmen, units made up of American Legion or- ganizations of the surrounding coun- try and other organizations constitut- ed its make up. The parade began at 2 o’clock on Friday afternoon and ended at 4 o’clock. It is estimated that the celebration was witnessed by 100,000 people. Among those present from this sec- tion of the County were Mrs. Myrtle Hochard of Boynton, and Miss Mary Yeager and Myron Jessie Yeager of Meyersdale. The trip was made in Mrs. Hochard’s automobile. county hatcheries last year. Brook trout & of fish has consisted of dhe plan of the bureau of 4 A ere