Hershey Press Publication Details From 1916 Edition
The Hershey Press of Hershey Pennsylvania lists M. S. Hershey as proprietor L. R. Meexins as editor and J. R. Snavely as manager. The paper is published weekly on Thursdays and entered at the Hershey post office as second class matter in February 1916.
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Cocoa Drives Health Boost for America Says Hershey
Sensible Americans now favor cocoa over coffee and tea, with consumption more than doubling over decades. Cocoa is praised for real nourishment and nerve soothing effects, credited to Hershey for shaping national health and prosperity.
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America
Hershey
Brandeis Named Among New Justices in Radical Era
The article profiles Louis Dembitz Brandeis as a Jewish born in Germany noted for a bold radical career and significant personal achievements, highlighting his appointment amid a time of reform and debate over judicial ideology.
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Louis Dembitz Brandeis
Hershey Pennsylvania Growth and Works Centered in Valley
A historic overview of Hershey in Derry Township Dauphin County Pennsylvania notes rapid growth since 1908 with a ten year anniversary in 1913 and a record crowd in 1915. It highlights a massive chocolate factory daily milk use shipping weekly carloads and a vast industrial, financial, educational, and civic footprint across 8 500 acres of Hershey farms a 150 new homes model town department store and a bustling transit and utility network serving thousands of employees and daily visitors.
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Hawaii
Australasia
Progressives' nominee rises from state court to Supreme Bench
The text notes a Progressive candidate who ten years ago seemed inconceivable for the Supreme Court but is now nominated. It reflects on rapid political change and the swift progress from state court to the nation's highest court, highlighting the surprising ease of ascent.
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United States
President Wilson Works to Rally Preparedness Efforts
This week President Wilson completes a series of speeches in the West urging readiness for the future. He emphasizes the need for hundreds of millions in new expenditures to prepare the nation.
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West
Hershey Harrisburg Palmyra Hummelstown and Lebanon Train and Bus Schedules
Transportation notices list hourly and half hour timetables between Hershey Harrisburg Lebanon Elizabethtown Palmyra and Palmyra to Hershey with first and last cars and Sunday services. Train times include east and westbound stops with multiple daily departures and special services. Cafe hours and public information booths are noted along with shop and bakery hours and weekend operations.
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Preparedness program faces likely congressional approval
The passage notes growing support for a modified preparedness program in Congress, despite public unease over higher taxes and a larger military. The commentary warns of enormous costs as the navy and army build up while Americans seek to stay vigilant against potential trouble.
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Hershey Promotes Pure Water and Milk Supply
Health experts praise Hershey for pure water from mountain springs filtered by a $100,000 plant and an unrivaled local milk supply. The notice urges residents to drink water from Hershey reservoirs and buy Round Barn milk delivered to homes, emphasizing safety and value.
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Hershey
More Dogs Than Babies in Palm Beach Winter Society
Telegraphed note from Palm Beach reports a sharp count in high society during the winter season. The tally shows many dogs among the social set with few babies, listing prize dogs owned by Mrs. Hamilton Cary and others, and noting only eight babies found by Mr. Oelrichs.
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Acmerry Day and Winter Sunshine Card
A fragmented poem-like piece contrasts winter sun with healing imagery. It references acmerry day, clear skies, and walking under bright weather, urging away with old professors and open weather for recovery. The text blends hopeful tones about health, nature, and renewal.
Charity Dollar Debate Sparks Local Chamber Meeting
A chaotic OCR excerpt shows strained references to charity funding and a debate in the chamber of commerce. Mentions John Rockerfellan declining to donate and investigations into college vows and funding. A figure around 2,000,000 appears in the text amid confusion.
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Cork
Outdoor sleeping porches come to Hershey homes
Dr. Samuel G. Dixon urges open air sleeping as a growing home feature. He notes open air beds with heat and electricity, emphasizes gradual adoption, health benefits, and potential savings on doctor bills as families begin to use outdoor sleeping porches.
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Hershey
Samuel G. Dixon
Commissioner of Health
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Billions for Railroads Amid 1915 Prolonged Struggles
The piece reports that 1915 saw fewer railroad miles built in the United States than any year since records began, with receivership pressures and a cold season hindering progress. It notes hardships across the industry, yet mentions rail traffic and investment levels reaching new extremes, including bids and contracts for key lines and ongoing consolidation efforts.
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Railroad Receiverships and Freight Rates Then and Now
A historical note discusses T05 as the first year since 184 I to show US rail traffic gains amid widespread receiverships. It cites the October 18 peak of railroad releases and notes the Wabash bankruptcy wave, with locomotives and cars purchased, marking notable industry turmoil and shipment activity in that period.
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United States
Limburger Cheese Rate Cut Sparks County Debate
Limburger cheese production in Gareen county faced scrutiny after a report tied lower death rates to dairy health. A state-wide analysis noted a drop of 20,000 pounds in output, while the county touted gains and urged supportive policy from state authorities.
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Gareen
Baldwin Locomotive Fever Drives High Prices and Orders
The article details Baldwin Locomotive works selling the largest and costliest engines yet, with price tags around 70 000 dollars. It notes orders for additional locomotives, a surge in demand, and mentions record prices and recent production milestones amid competition from other builders.
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