Hershey Department Store distribute free issue
Free edition published by the Hershey Department Store on Thursday August 18 1921 distributed at no charge for readers in the community.
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Hershey Department Store
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Newspaper
Hershey Press
Location
Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1921
Page
4
Church Services and Social at Local Congregations
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church invites all to Bible School at 9 15 Morning service at 10 30 and vesper at 7 30 with themes Our Neighbor and Backsliding A community ice cream social at Corner Cocoa and Chocolate Aves Saturday August 20 is announced First United Brethren Church lists Sunday School 9 00 and preaching at 10 00 with theme The Empty House Church of the Brethren east of Hershey conducts prayer service Wednesday 7 30 Sunday School 9 30 Christian Workers meeting 7 00 and preaching 7 30 Anyone may attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
M. LeRoy Wachter
Paul
Chocolate Ave’s
First United Brethren Church
R. R. Butterwick
Church of the Brethren
East of Hershey
Christian Workers
Methodist Sunday School Program at Hum melstown
Sunday school begins at 9:30 with worship at 10:30 under pastor John W. Grande. Miss Pearl Blackburn leads the class for the third number in the series with readings, offertories by Harry Brantner and Paul Gingrich, and a violin accompaniment. Union service at Athletic Park 6:30 to 7:30. Epworth League 7:30 Tuesday. Booster Choir 7:30 Friday. Regular Choir 8:00 Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Church
Hummelstown
John W. Grande
Miss Pearl Blackburn
Wilbur Proctor
Harry Brantner
Paul Gingrich
Luther Gingrich
Jonathan
David
Miss Pearl
Chestnut Tree Dental Encounter
A cartoon scene shows a dentist asking a woman not to open her mouth wide, claiming he will stay outside while he pulls the tooth, prompting her warning reply. The exchange spotlights a comic dental pursuit and a humorous twist on procedure etiquette.
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Chestnut Tree
No clear article headline found in excerpt
Dialogue snippet shows Sonny reflecting on a boy who resembles his father with a child’s innocent remark about size and identity. The line captures a moment of family dynamics and self-perception within a school or neighborhood setting.
Imagination Sparks From Reading a Seed Catalogue
A light exchange reflects on imagination prompted by perusing a new seed catalogue. One character notes imagination is a wonderful thing while the other agrees and muses on the moment.
Witty Exchange on Marriage Roles in Domestic Life
In a light domestic chat Mrs. A asks if a husband views his wife as a necessity or luxury. Mrs. B replies it depends on whether she is cooking dinner or seeking a new dress from him.
August Clean-up Sale Highlights New Quality Merchandise
The notice urges men to seize big August clean up items now as season ends. It promises first quality merchandise and big savings due to rapid movement of stock.
Neat Negligee Shirts Offered at Clean-up Price
A sale notice advertises men's negligee shirts in fine quality per case with neat patterns and colorings. Includes all sizes and regular value of 1.50. Clean-up price is 95 cents.
Washable and Silk Ties at Closeout Prices
A sale ad offers men’s washable ties and silk ties in four in hand and bow styles with many patterns. Regular prices 35 to 50 cents. silk hose black and colored at 50 cents. ten dozen included. A special lot of 3 dozen broken sizes, regular 3.50 to 5.00, closeout price 1.50.
Hatch Union Suits On Sale For Early Fall Wear
The famous one button Hatch brand unions with short sleeves and ankle length. Regular price two dollars. Clean up sale price one dollar. A practical choice for cool days. Often featured in current catalog or sale page.
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Men’s Union
August sale begins with great values and local rush
This sale promotes nearby advantages and rapid turnover in a large live store. Clear promise of money savings and values on odd lots and broken merchandise as regular stocks are replenished, urging quick visit and quick purchases.
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Howev
Bargains Sale Promises First Quality Goods at Small Cost
An August sale offers four days of bargains with numerous items marked down ridiculously low. Patrons may choose from a wide range of first quality goods at small prices, promising genuine merchandise and customer satisfaction with every dollar spent.
August Clean-up Sale Promises Big Inducements in Underwear
The advertisement touts sizable savings in the underwear section during a midyear sale. It urges shoppers to stock up, noting these garments are essential additions and offered at markedly attractive prices to encourage bulk purchases.
Linen Lace and Accessories Sale Ad
Advertises 20% off regular price lace remnants Swiss made. 20% off regular price ladies umbrellas two sizes with Paragon frames and fast color. Regular 1 69 and 1 79 value. Hair nets made of real hair. Special 4 for strand outlining cotton in all shades 1c each.
Fall sale of lace collars and sewing accessories
Readable items list discounts on ladies lace collars spool cotton imported beads white pearls and lisle silk hose baby socks and vests. Includes boys ribbed hose and birthstone rings with five year guarantee. Many items priced as special at fractions of regular values with remnants offered by yard.
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Lisle
Wallace
Renee
Ladies Night Dresses in Fine Cloth at Clean-up Prices
Dresses described with lace trim embroidery and tucks in round square and V neck styles. Regular values from 1.75 to 3.50. Clean-up prices 0.79, 1.19, 1.59.
Muslin Childrens Gowns With Lace and Embroidery
Clearence sale offers muslin gowns for children with lace embroidery and quality fabric. Regular 98 cents, now 39 cents. Bright trims and pleasing styles for young wearers.
Ladies Camisoles and Corset Covers Sale Notice
Fine quality batiste camisoles with lace and embroidery in various styles and sizes. Regular prices from 1.49 to 1.85, now 49c to 1.29, clean-up prices 79c, 98c, and 29c. Corset covers for stout figures in batiste and long cloth with lace or embroidery, regular 79c to 1.25, sale 29c to 98c.
Ladies' Underwear Sale with Clean-up Prices
A sale advertises ladies muslin drawers and chemises in fine quality. Items include drawers at 49 to 59 cents during cleanup pricing and chemises ranging from 79 to 125 cents and up to 137 cents depending on regular value. Elaborate trimmings noted on chemises.
Silk Petticoats Clean-up Sale of Ladies Silk Undergarments
Final clean-up of Jersey and Taffeta silk petticoats in pleated and plain flounces. Assorted colors and regular price points from 1.25 to 2.25. Clean-up prices 0.98, 1.25, 1.37.
Hershey forfeits Palmyra game amid protest and calls for neutral officials
Hershey forfeited the fourth game of the Palmyra series on Palmyra field after a late play at home was ruled out. The protest focused on umpire Shifter, with editors urging neutral officials, state police on standby, and regulation ahead of future games to prevent quarreling and mob demonstrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hershey
Palmyra
Troutman
Connors
Albert
Miller
Anderson
Hagg
L Peiffer
Kirk Hessner
Ream
Zerbe
Weaver
Basehore
Shhaub
Kirkhessner
Clemens
L. Peiffer
P. Peiffer
Swartz
Bogar
Shirk
Sullivan
O. K
Beeshore
Palmyra Beats Hershey In Slim Baseball Bout On Local Field
Palmyra topped Hershey 6 to 2 as Challenger struggled on the mound for Hershey. Palmyra collected 11 hits while Hershey managed 6, with standout misplays and mistimed hits shaping the contest. Kirkhessner homered for Palmyra, while Sullivan and Zerbe doubled for Hershey as fielding miscues plagued the visitors.
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Palmyra
Hershey
Challenger
Joe Bush
Joe Dugan
George Whitted
Palmyra R. H. A. Ale
Hershey Rhoowa
Rean
Miller
Weaver
Smith If
Baschore
Hagg
Shaub
Anderson
Marburger
Sullivan
Kirk's
Zerbe
Clemens
Swartz
Ieee
Shhaub
Peiffer
Kirkhessner
Rosewood dominates Hershey in high school league clash
Rosewood club, champs of the Allison High School League, defeated Hershey 17 to 2 in Harrisburg Friday night. The box score lists Hoerner, Kent, Alberts, and Gardner among top hitters with multiple runs and RBIs, while Rosewood pitchers limited Hershey to two runs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hershey
Harrisburg
Rosewood Club
Hershey Ab
Emanuel
Kent
Switz
Henry
Bender
Gardner
Wallker
Craig
Kent Zorba
Kent Zorba, 7Alberta Henry, 2; Wie Strucels Out—By Gardner, 4;Py Walker
Miller
Dita
Walker
Theresinne
Emanuel Kent
Hoerner
Alberts
G. Killinger
Zerba
Sullivan
Alberta
Zerbe
Anderson
Killinger
Karamel
Wild Nee A Wker
Stalen Baxca
Fooling the Boss Dooley’s Hod Carrying Day
Dialogue excerpt shows Dooley deceiving his employer about work while carrying the same hod up and down all day. The exchange highlights workers’ frustrations and attempts to appear busy.
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Casey
Dooley
Manny
Ambiguous exchange cited in overheard street dialogue
A fragmentary exchange shows Mrs Casey-Didnt telling a child not to give away something, while a child responds about persistence. The dialogue hints at a family bargaining moment but lacks full context or clear event.
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