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May 17, 1920. THE TIMES TRIBUNE, ALTOONA, PA. Page Seven FELTWELL, NOTED CITIZEN, DIES SUDDENLY Dr. John Feltwell minister, noted physician and teacher, pastor of the Calvary Baptist church, died at 10:15 o'clock Saturday morning at the home of C. C.

Roudabush, 2518 Sixth avenue, while on his way home from the Green avenue market, death resulting from an acute attack of heart trouble. He had suffered a slight attack at the market house. Dr. Feltwell had not been in good health for more than 8 year and Saturday morning went to the market in his automobile. While there he became ill and, in company with the littie girl a who makes her home with the Feltwells started for home.

Upon reaching the home of Mr. Roudabush, he was becoming worse and stopped, going into the house, Dr. C. E. Robison was summoned, but the patient was past medical aid and passed peacefully away.

Dr. Feltfell was born in Knox township, Ciearfield county, the son de- of Joshua and Mary Feltwell, both ceased, August 22, 1852, and was educated in the public schools of his home community. When he grew to manhood he began as a teacher in the schools and studied medicine with Dr. Davis A. Hogue at Madera, Clearfield county.

Graduated in Medicine. He then entered the Jefferson Medical college, where he graduated in March, 1879, and went directly to Colorado to take up the practice of his profession. However, he did not remain long, the climate not agreeing with health. He returned to Clearfield county, where he remained for a shore after which he came to this city and began the practice of his profession at Broad avenue and Twentythird street. He soon afterwards built his home and office at 923.

Seventeenth street, where he remained until moving to his present home at Eldorado. On June 10, 1897, Dr. Feltwell was ordained a minister in the Baptist church and became pastor of the Calvary church at Fifth avenue and Twenty-first street. He remained there for three years and then relinquished his pastoral duties to engage evangelistic work, which he followed fifteen years, most of which was spent in various sections of Pennsylvania On September 1, 1911, he was again chosen pastor of the Calvary church remained at the head of the church up to the time of his death and saw it grow from a small beginning to the present membership of 800 and, during that time, a new building was erected and occupied, free of debt, Head of Bible Institute. Bible instruction was his chosen fession and he was head of the Calvary Bible institute and just Friday night appeared before the class and delivered a lecture.

Dr. Feltwell was married on August 26. 1877, to Miss Anna Eliza Strunk, of New Milport, Clearfield county, who survives. He is also survived by two brothers and two sisters: Dr. A.

L. Feltwell, of the Altoona Construction company of this city; Joseph Feltwell and Mrs. George S. Fleet, residing in Oregon, and Mrs. Davis A.

Hogue, of this city. While engaged in the practice of medicine in this city, Dr. Feltwell was also engaged in the real estate busi- ESCAPED AN OPERATION By Taking Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Many Such Cases.

Cairo, ago I got bad with female trouble that I thought I would have to be ated on. I had a bad displacement. My right side would pain me. was so nervous I could not hold a glass of water. Many times I would have to stop my work sad sit down or I would fall on the floor in a faint.

consulted several doctors and every one told me the same but I kept fighting to keep from having the operation. I had read so many times of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and it helped my sister so I began taking it. I have never felt better than I have since then and I keep house and am able to do all my work. The Vegetable Compound is certainly one grand J.

R. MATTHEWS, 3311 Sycamore Street, Cairo, Ill. Of course there are many serious cases that only a surgical operation will relieve. We freely acknowledge this but the above letter, and many others like it, amply prove that many operations are recommended when medicine in many cases is all that is neas, particularly the building of homen which he urged young men to buy, where they could establish homes for themselves. He was an enemy of debt and his life's work seemed to be to help others out of debt and.

to establish homes for themselves. homes where they could lead the true Christian life. The body was turned over to Funeral Director Otto Gilden and was removed to the home at Eldorado, where it may be viewed from 3 to 5 o'clock and from 7 to 9 o'clock today. The funeral will be conducted in the Calvary Baptist church tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. the services to be in charge of his assistants at the church and Bible school.

Burial will be made in Fairview cemetery. THOMAS B. BUDINGER Mrs. John S. Seeds, of Oak Knoll has received a telegram announcing the death of her father, Thomas Bowman Budinger of Snow Shoe, who died at the Norwegian hospital, Brooklyn.

He was aged 67 years and was a retired coal operator and merchant. His death was due to acute diabetes. Mr. Budinger was taken ill while ing home with his wife from Florida, where they had spent the winter. Mr.

Budinger was well known here and is survived by his widow and the following children: Mrs. John S. Seeds, Oak Knoll: Mrs. Ellis Harvey, Orviston; Mrs. R.

Vorhis, Johnstown; Blanches, Sarah, Helen, Karl all at home; Arthur, Samuel, Philip and Robert, all of Snow Shoe, and Thomas of New York. CLOYD C. CLOSE Cloyd C. Close, one of Bellwood's oldest and best known residents, died Saturday morning at his home, 317 South Second street, death coming suddenly and being caused by the infirmities of age. He wag born in Juniata county, on Oct.

10, 1845, the son of Gideon and Susan Close, both deceased. He was married 45 years ago to Miss Amanda Thomas, who survives, with one daughter, Mrs. Mary Wilson, at home. He was a member of the Bellwood Presbyterian church and the Bellwood camp, P. O.

S. of A. The funeral will be ducted at 2 o'clock on Tuesday afternoon followed by burial in the Logan Valley cemetery. MRS. SARAH RICHARDSON Mrs.

Sarah Richardson, wife of Ex- Judge Harris Richardson, of Huntingdon county, died at the home of her son, I. L. Richardson in the Trough Creek valley on Thursday evening at 7.30 o'clock. She was the daughter of Baltzer and Sarah (Divelbiss Hendershot and was born in Fulton county, Jan. 12, 1834.

being aged 86 years, months and 1 day. She was united in marriage to Harris Richardson, Dec. 31, 1854. To this union ten children were born. Funeral services will be held on Monday morning o'clock in the Lutheran church at Marklesburg.

Interment will be made at the Stone Church. MRS. SUSAN CHASE Mrs. Susan Chase, a resident of Johnstown, who was visiting here as a guest of Mrs. Charles Williams of 1005 Sixteenth street, died suddenly at 7.30 o'clock Saturday morning of euremic poisoning, her lifeless remains being found in bed shortly after death by Mrs.

Williams. Mrs Chase was aged 40 years and is survived by her husband and one daughter, Mrs. Vera Jones of Johnstown. Three brothers, also of Johnstown, are living. The remains were prepared for burial by Undertaker E.

W. Jones and are being sent to Johnstown for interment. RALPH RAYMOND LANTZ, JR. Ralph Raymond Lantz, son of Ralph R. and Mary Lantz, died at the parental home, 414 Juniata street, Hollidaysburg, at 7:10 o'clock last evening.

of convulsions, aged 2 months and 3 days. He is survived by his parents and a brother Harry. Announcement of the funeral will be made later. FUNERAL NOTICE. The funeral of Mrs.

Mary Munzert, of Roselawn, will be held at 2:30 this afternoon. afternoon, announced in instead the of 2 press o'clock, of as Saturday was FUNERAL SERVICE HELD The funeral of John H. Zook, son of Hon. Simon F. Zook and wife, was held at the parental home at Curryville, Saturday afternon, and was largely attended, The services were in charge of the Rev.

John B. Miller, of the Church of the Brethren, and interment was made in the cemetery at Diehl's Cross Roads. Tyrone Miss Thelma Fleck, who for the past two years has been the efficient stenographer in office of the trainmastor, Tyrone division, resigned her position on Saturday to accept a position with the West Virginia Pulp and Paper company. Miss Fleck's many railroad associates are sorry to see her leave but wish her every success in her new position. The Tyrone P.

R. R. Y. M. C.

team is making big preparations for the opening game to be played at the Athletic park on Decoration Day. Tyrone will have a big surprise for you in the way of a baseball team this year and with Paul Neff at the head its success is assured. Mrs. C. Sprankle and Mrs.

Lulu I MUTHERS ONLY KNEW Daring these days bow many children are com plaining of beadache, feveriebness, stomach troubles and irregalar bowels. If mothers only knew what Mother Gray's Sweet Powders would do for their children no family would ever be without them. These powders are so easy and pleasant to take and so effective in their action that other mothers mothers who once use them always tell about them. Sold by druggists everywhere. The Summer Pump With a bow or a buckle, 1 and 2 eyelet ties set the fashion.

Beauty in every line of the last, in every detail of perforation and shoe making. Every woman realizes the importance of an attractively clad foot as a pleasing completion to her attire. Here are new summer styles combined with smartness and $5.95 to $12.50 Royal Boot Shop Eleventh Ave. GABLE'S Store News For Today, Monday May 17th. GABLE'S In This Special Monday Sale Women Can Save A Fourth On Tailored Suits, Capes And Dolmans.

It is necessary that we keep constantly at work adjusting our stocks and it is an ironclad rule here that all outerwear be kept on the move and not allowed to overlap from one season to another. This policy accounts for this special Monday offering, when we will sell all remaining tailored suits in light colors at a straight reduction of onefourth from former prices. They are all high grade suits, made of tricotine, tweed, silvertone and other desirable materials-just one suit of a kind. They are made in attractive styles and women who buy them will secure rare prizes as the suits are beautiful as well as big value at our special Monday prices of $41.25, $45, $48.75 to $82.50. A stock readjustment is also responsible for our offering all remaining capes and dolmans today at one-fourth off the regular prices.

These wraps are in great demand, being suitable for most any occasion and may be had in such popular colors as navy, taupe, Copenhagen, tan and black. The special Monday prices will be $13.47, $14.97, $18.75, $22.47 to $37.50. Second floor. More Gift Suggestions For The Boy And Girl Graduates. It is our aim to help you in your selection of the gifts desired for Commencement, and with this end in view, we make mention of a few items taken from our Jewelry and Leather Goods departments, any one of which will make an acceptable gift: From the Leather Goods: liant Rhinestones, at 50c, 75c, $1, Card cases at 50c, $1, $1.50, $1.50, $2, $2.50, $3 to $14.

62 and $2.95. Sterling silver rings at $1, $1.50 Three fold bill and card cases, to $10. at $1, $1.50, $2, $2.50 to $7.50. Gold filled and sterling silver Long bill books at $1, $1.50, santoir chains at 75c and $1. $2, $8 to $9.

Gold filled and sterling silver Pocketbooks with side or top lingerie clasps, at 85c, 50c, 75c strap handle, in Egyptian leather, to $1.50. black only, at $2, $2.25, $3 to $15. Gold filled and sterling silver Pocketbooks with side or top hat pins, at 95c, 50c and $1 for a set of two. strap handle, in Venetian leather, colors of brown and gray, at $2, Gold filled brooches, stone set, $8 to $9. at 50c, 75c, $1 to $2.50.

First floor, west. Gold filled. genuine cameo These for the girls, from the brooches, at $1.25, $1.50, $9 to $4. Jewelry section: Gold filled lavallieres, at $1, Sterling silver bar pins, in $1.50, $2 and $2.50. plain, engraved or set with bril-, First floor, center, Books For Commencement Gifts.

Books are very desirable for gifts for both the boy and girl graduate, and you will find a good assortment of the best kinds here from which you can make satisfactory selections both as to the contents and style of binding. Books of poems in gift bind- Stationery is also suited for ings of leather and coze may be commencement gifts and may had at various prices ranging be had in all of the latest styles and tints for the girls and more from $1 to $5. practical shapes for the boys. Girls will be especially inter- Both boys and girls can use ested in the' "Girl Graduate fountain pens. We have full Books" which record of the lines of Waterman's Ideal and in a Conklin's self filling important school events may be pens, at $8.50 to $6.

entered. We have the books in Eversharp pencils are practia complete line at various prices cal and very useful articles that from $1.50 to $5. are in demand for gifts and may be had in gold and silver at $1 Scrap books and photograph to $5. albums may be had at $1.25 to 65. First floor, center.

Hardy are spending a few days pleasantly with friends in Sunbury. One hundred and sixteen Tyrone folks took advantage of the Pittsburg excursion yesterday. Certainly they had a beautiful day for the outing. A new troop of Boy Scouts (colored) has been organized in Tyrone and will be under the able leadership of Henry Allen. The troop is composed of two patrols and great interest is being manifested in the work.

The troop meets once every week in the lecture room of the A. M. E. church. This troop will do the same work as is being done by the other troops, and they desire your support and encouragement.

The sacred ceremony of baptism was observed in the Salvation Army hall last evening, when Pearl, the 2-yearold daughter of Mrs. Samuel Etters, received the holy rite. Following the ceremony a dedication service was beld. Owing to the fact that the $12,000 allotment for Tyrone and vicinity has not yet nearly been subscribed, the Salvation Army appeal will be continred throughout the week. Please remember that this is a most just and worthy cause and if you have already given and feel that you can give more, do so.

East Lawn and Grandview cemeteries presented a lovely sight to the many hundred people who took advantage of the beautiful day to visit them. Everywhere in these two cemeteries one sees the results of the special care exercised by those in charge, and certainly these two places will do Tyrone credit Memorial Day. The joint recital to be given in the First Presbyterian church tomorrow evening at 8:15 o'clock will be one of the better musical entertainments of season and merits the attention of all. Those taking part in the entertainment will be G. Clarence Black at the organ, Miss M.

Grace Robison, soprano, and Walter L. McEldowney, tenor. The entertainment is being given under the auspices of the Young Ladies' Aid society of the church and is for the benefit of the organ fund. A silver offering will be lifted. Earl Rothrock returned home Saturday evening after a campaigning tour of sixteen towns in Cambria county.

The Middle Division band, one the finest musical organizations of its kind in Pennsylvania, accompanied Mr. Rothrock on his tour and warmed the went with their splendid programs. hearts of the people everywhere they Two fire alarms were sounded on Saturday a and both for the Second ward. The first was a call to a flue fire at the McKinney residence, on Twelfth street; the second to the Hagen house on Tenth street. All companies responded with their usual promptness and succeeded in extinguishing the blaze before any damage resulted.

There will be a rummage sale held in the parish house of the Trinity church on May 25 and 26. A delegation gentlemen from the Reliance Fire company of Philipsburg visited Tyrone yesterday and looked over Tyrone's splendid fire equipment The Philipsburg Fire company is a good one and they are contemplating the purchase of a new hook and ladder outfit, similar to that owned by Tyrone. Take Aspirin With Water If your Aspirin tablets have the contains proper directions for name "Bayer" stamped on them, Colds, Headache, Toothache, they are genuine "Bayer Tablets ache, Neuralgia, Lumbago, of Aspirin," proved safe by mil- matism, Neuritis, sad for Pain. lions of people. The name "Bayer" Always say "Bayer" when buy.

identifles the true world -famous ing Aspirin. Then look for the Aspirin prescribed by physicians safety "Bayer Cross" on the packfor over eighteen years. age and on the tablets. Always drink one or two glasses Handy tin boxes of twelve of water after taking the tablets. lets cost but few cents.

Each unbroken "Bayer package" gists also sell packages. Aspirin is trade mark of Bayer Manufacture of Artistic Materials For Covering Porch Furniture. The porch can be made by covering the various pieces the addition of cushions and big assortment from which to We mention these: Cretonnes in many colorings more attractive and cozy looking, of furniture, as well as with porch shades. We offer you a make satisfactory selections. Lamps with mahogany base Undermuslin Specials In Our May Sale of White.

In a big event such as the one we are conducting in this May Sale of White, it is only natural that some garments will become soiled from frequent handling, and in order to close these out as quickly as possible, we will offer them at reduced prices, averaging A Third Less than regular prices. The lot embraces nightgowns, skirts drawers an exceptional opportunity to make a big saving as none of the articles are hurt and a trip through the laundry will make them like new. Also one lot of women's draw. ers made of muslin and embroidery trimmed perfect condition. Special for today, only 59c Women's skirts made of muslin and embroidery trimmed.

Special for today, only 98c Second floor, west. White Goods For Graduation Dresses. The dresses for Graduation Day and exercises incident to this important occa-. sion, should be just as beautiful and dainty as they can be made. The material has much to do with these important details and we have seen to it that you have the most exquisite weaves from which to choose, if you select the materials here.

All of these are well suited for making the dresses the girl graduate will want: Plain white organdie, 40 inches wide, at 50c, 59c, 75c, 86c and $1 Jard French organdies with a permanent finish. 45 inches wide at $1, $1.25, $1.50, $1.75 and $2 yard. 54 inches wide at $9 yard. Plain white vole, 40 inches wide at 50c, 59c, 75c and $1 yard. English volle, 38 inches wide, $1.25, $1.75, $2.25 yard.

44 inches wide at $1.50, $1.75 and $1.95 yard. French organdle with embroidered dot and permanent finish, 45 inches wide, at $2.50 yard. English mercerized batiste, 45 inches wide, at $1, $1.25, $1.50 and $1.95 yard. First floor, west, The William F. Gable Percy Allen Rose, Republican candidate for congress, was a pleasant visitor with Tyrone folks on Saturday.

Mr. Rose is one of those well met men woo one readily senses will carry out the many good measures outlined in his platform. He is a man of sound principle, a true friend of the soldier and the laboring man, and is heartily endorsed by the leading citizens of Pennsylvania. It is thought that Mr. Rose will poll a very creditable vote in Tyrone.

ELEANOR W. CRAWFORD. The sad I intelligence received Saturday from St. Paul, announcing the death of Miss Eeanor Wallace Crawford will be sorrowful news to her many Tyrone friends, Her death occurred at St. Paul on Thursday and funeral services will be held this ing.

Miss Crawford was the daughter of Alexander and Eleanor Wallace Crawford, both of whom were raised in this neighborhood. She was the youngest of three children. The parents are both dead. BIG K. OF C.

DAY. Yesterday was a memorable day for the Knights of Columbus, the occasion being the reception of a large class of candidates into the third degree of that order. In the morning at solemn high mass was held, with Father J. F. Looney as celebrant and Rev.

D. J. Segourn, of St. Francis college, a8 deacon. Rev.

Segourn preached the sermon. Several visiting priests sisted at this mass. Especially worthy of mention at this service beautiful music. The choir La Hache's mass in and designs; suitable for porch and wicker shades--very good swing covers as well as for mak- for use as porch lights. $8.50 ing cushions.

49c to $8 yard. Imitation Linen with colored to $10 each. stripes, at 60c, $1 to $1.50 yard. Cushions for porch use and for Glared Chints with colored fig- canoe furnishings-beautiful in ure- -especially good and attrac- design and shape. $1.50 to $7.98 tive for porch window shades.

86 each. inches wide. $1 yard. Third floor. Take elevator.

GOLMOR Wind Safe SELF HANGING Trade PORCH SHADES Made Under Patent License We have a complete assortment of sizes in these splendid porch shades and can supply all sizes in either brown or green. These are the shades that not only present a tiful appearance, giving exclusiveness as well as coziness to the porch, but are also weather proof. These different widths, all with a drop of 7 feet 6 inches. 5 feet wide at $5. 9 feet wide ta $10.

6 feet wide at $6. 10 feet wide at $11. 7 feet wide at $7.75, 12 feet wide at $13.50. 8 feet wide at $8. Third floor.

Take elevator. The Best Floor Coverings For The Porch Are Here. The kind of floor coverings you provide for the porch, have much to do with its coziness and attractiveness. If you make your selectons here, you will have the best kinds from which to choose, also wide variety as we have a complete assortment just now as to kind, size and pattern. Crex grass rugs, plain and fig- Rag rugs for porches in "Hit ured in the regular, Herringbone and Miss" designs--washable.

or Crex de Luxe All All sizes from 18x36 inches at sizes from 18x36 inches at $1.25 $1.35 to 9x12 feet at $19.98. to 9x12 feet at $27.49. Japanese straw matting rugs, Deltox rugs in novelty stripes size 9 feet 11.8 at $7.50. -either side can be used: Wool and fiber rugs, woven, in Size 6x9 feet at $13. reversible patterns.

Size 8x10 feet at $19.98. Size 7.6x9 feet at $14.99. Size 9x12 feet at $22.49. 9x12 feet at $22.49. Congo rugs, imported from Crex matting for porches, plain Japan--water and and figured, colors of green and proof guaranteed fast colors.

brown. 27, 36, 54 and 72 inches They are very heavy will lie flat the wide at 98c to $3.50 yard, accordrugs, on floor and are woven with band ing to width and quality. borders across each end. Coco matting for porches with Size 27x54 inches at $4. 54 rubber inches cr wide zinc at ends.

$1.95, 27, $1.50 36 and Size 36x72 inches at $7.50. $2.25 yard." Size 6x9 feet at $99.50. Third floor. Take elevator, A One Day Chance To Buy Englander Couch Beds At A Special Price. Just at this time, many people are fixing up sleeping porches and will be glad to take advantage of this opportunity to buy one of these well known Englander couch beds at a saving.

They are ideal for this purpose as they make a comfortable lounging couch by day, and an equally comfortable bed at night. Each bed is complete with a well made felt mattress, laced on the couch to keep it in place. For just the one day we will sell the beds special at Third floor. Take elevator. $27.85 -Store Hours: 8.30 A.

M. to 5.30 P. M. Saturday Until 9. honor of the Blessed Virgin! Messrs.

A. B. Vogt and F. W. L.

Schneider singing the solo parts of the mass. The "Offertory," written and dedicated to Cardinal Gibbons, was sung by Mr. Frank W. Vogt. At the benediction Miss Adelaide Schenider and Frank W.

Vogt sang Salutarus," and Miss Marguerite Farrell and Miss Adelaide Schneider sang the solo ports in "Tantum Ergo. D. Rossi on the English horn, and Miss Halligan, organist, assisted in the vocal numbers. It was a very impressive service, indeed. In the afternoon the third degree of the Knights of Columbus was conferred on a large class of candidates in St.

Matthew's hall. Following the degree work the members went to the local armory, where a sumptuons repast had been prepared for them by the ladies of St. Matthew's church. And here we might add that great credit is due the ladies for the elegance and preparation of the repast. Tables had been set for the eight hundred who dined in the great -riding hall of the armory and presented.

a very pretty sight. The menu consisted of potato salad, baked beans, pickled eggs, beet loaf, pickles, olives, celery, sandwiches, cake and ice cream. The excellent program rendered by G. Clarence Black's five-piece orchestra added much to the banquet hour. Following the banquet, the men ware escorted to the Knights of Columbus rooms on Pennsylvania avenue, where a smoker was held and thoroughly enjoyed by all.

A large number of visiting priests were present. Among the many members present were those from Huntingdon, Lewistown, Altoona, Pittsburg and Tyrone. ROBBERY OF SMOKEHOUSE CAUSES DEEP MYSTERY (Special to the Times Tribune) LEWISTOWN, May mystery surrounds the robbery of a smokehouse at the home of Fern Dupert who resides at McKim Station in Burnham. When Mr. Dupert purchased the Dr.

V. I. McKim property and retired from his farm in Ferguson Valley he brought with him more than $100 worth of sugar cured, hickory smoked hams to combat the high cost of living and having no place to store them built'a small smokehouse at the rear of his residence. Like the general run of smokehouses i. had no floor but what did this matter as the hams were hung to the rafters by steel hooks and the door was fastened with the latest in combination Yale locks, no one could conceive that thieves might break in and steal until Thursday night when Mrs.

Dupert went to the smokehouse and like "Mother Hubbard" of Nursery rhymes she found the cupboard bare. No one could fathom how the thieves gained entrance as the door was locked as usual and there were no windows in the building but one sleuth finally discovered that the little building was slightly off the foundation and then the Duperts remembered hearing an automobile stop in the alley the night previous. It is the belief that the thieves jacked up one side of the building with their auto-repair jack and passed the meat through the opening thus made..

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