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Newspaper
Hershey Press
Location
Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1916
Page
4
The piece reflects on Christmas ideals of peace amid global slaughter and argues for a hopeful, active stance. It cites Christ's message and the need for humility in American prosperity, urging reflection on peace, suffering, and humanity's struggle with evil.
Thomas Cochran, once cushioned by wealthy parents, faced work through struggles to finish his studies. He taught, clerked, and toiled on a railroad, choosing opportunity over high pay. Seven years on a modest salary built his reputation, leading J P Morgan and Co to name him partner, emblematic of a new generation at America’s top firms.
A poem argues that no task or blessing has weight without a woman in it. The piece asserts women touch all aspects of life from birth to death and influence every earthly and heavenly domain.
State Fire Marshal urges care for Christmas decorations to prevent fires and injuries. Use non inflammable decorations, limit candles, ensure electrical wiring is inspected, and avoid flammable accessories near gas jets. Secure trees, restrict alcohol powered toys, and use mineral wool for snow effect to reduce risk.
Members and friends of the Presbyterian church planned a complete happy surprise for Rev. AL IL Taylor and his family on December 14. A large crowd and others who could not attend played Santa, sharing gifts and good things, with music and refreshments as they socialized. The pastor and family expressed heartfelt thanks for the community’s generosity filling their larder and coal bin for weeks.
A lady reports a purse containing gum and money found on Hershey Street. The item was located between Hershey and Wummelstown and is awaiting collection. Call the superintendent's office to identify or reclaim.
Hershey’s basketball team gained momentum Friday night beating Lancaster’s Golden team 42 to 20 after leading 27 to 5 at halftime. Wirth scored eight, Hench four, and Zentmeyer Shenk two apiece as veterans reentered the lineup. The squad faces Elizabethtown on Saturday and Mt. Joy this Friday at home with strong showings ahead.
Wartime style want ads list various jobs at Hershey including track repairmen, outside labor, telephone operators, tenant farmers, waitresses, and home washing. Positions require good wages, steady work, and hours ranging from evenings to Sundays. Apply through the Hershey Employment Bureau in Hershey, Pa.
Harrisburg Independents toppled the Philadelphia Crescents 40 to 32 at Chestnut Street Auditorium on Saturday night. Lou Martin and Ike McCord sparked long-range shooting while Rabbit Rote returned to boost Harrisburg as Gordon Ford suffered a dislocated knee and will miss weeks. Vincome hosts next Saturday.
The Hershey Volunteer Fire Company Entertainment Committee will meet at 7 30 p m on December 21 at the Central Bureau. Tickets printed by the Hershey Press go on sale after December 25. Committee members include James F Murray chairman and others.
The Palmyra residence of Jacob L. Moyer was sold Saturday afternoon for 4400 by auctioneer J. C. Hess of Hershey with M A Klinefelter of Palmyra purchasing the property.
Mrs Jacob Lesher wife of Rev Jacob Lesher of near Palmyra died last Friday after a year long illness. She belonged to the United Christian church and is survived by her husband and several children. Burial was at Union Deposit Wednesday morning.
The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity invites members to a Christmas Festival Sunday at 7 30 p m The Christmas matin service is on Christmas Day at 6 00 a m Bible School starts at 9 15 a m Choir practice is Thursday at 8 00 p m Rev John Irwin Meek is the pastor
The Derry Presbyterian Church lists Sunday School at 9:30 A M and services at 10:30 A M 7:30 P M and 7:30 P M for prayer meeting. The Sunday School Christmas program is set for Monday December 5 at 7:30 P M with choir rehearsal after prayer meeting.
United Brethren Church schedules Sunday School at 9 16 A M and preaching at 10 15 A M. The Sunday evening service at 7 30 features a Christmas program after an elaborate preparation. Wednesday prayer meeting also at 7 30.
Revival meeting every evening at 7 30 P M this week. Sunday School at 9 40 A M. Preaching Service at 10 30 A M. Christian Workers' Meeting at 6 00 P M followed by preaching at 7 80.
Kishburn's Church schedule lists Sunday School at 9 80 A M and 9 80 A M with preaching at 10 90 A M Christian Endeavor at 6 30 P M Union Capoalt Sunday School at 9 80 A M and a Christmas festival at 7 00 P M led by Pastor G W Pallman
The sixth anniversary of the Always Shining Bible Class was celebrated December 17 at 7 30 PM in the church. J M Brandau presided as teacher with a crowded program including songs, scripture, solos, duets, readings, pantomime Lead Kindly Light and an address by Rev R R Butterwick. The class began December 21 1910, now has 53 members with an average attendance of 20.
Harry Moyer a prominent Campbelltown farmer and former teacher died from a skull fracture after his milk wagon collided with a Hershey Transit car. He was 75, survived by his wife, sister Mrs John Cassel and brothers Michael Samuel John Gabriel. Funeral attended by many.
Two prize hogs weighing 422 and 349 pounds were butchered last week at the home of Morris Henry. George W. Henry oversaw the butchering operation.
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