William Penn Highway Proposed Route Through Hershey
A revived William Penn Highway would pass through Hershey on a Pittsburg to Philadelphia route. It promises lower grades than the Lincoln Highway, river-level travel, and scenic beauty, highlighting an education district and farming regions from Harrisburg to Potts town and Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hershey
Brumbaugh
Pittsburg
Philadelphia
Lancaster
Greensburg
Indiana
Blairsville
Johnstown
Ebensburg
Altoona
Hollidaysburg
Huntingdon
Tyrone
Huntingdon—Mount
Union
Newton Hamilton
McVeytown
Lewistown
Williamsport
Newport
Duncannon
Harrisburg
Juniata Valley
Juniata
Lebanon Valley
Palmyra
Annville
Lebanon
Pottstown
Trappe
Norristown
Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh
Chambersburg
Bedford
Moving Picture Program Adds Five Evening Features
The program announces five upcoming performances with strong features. Tonight a Pathe feature A Leap for Life opens the run, followed by Daniel Frohman presenting William Farnum in The Sign of the Cross on Saturday October 30. November 1 shows The Gilded Fool and November 8 features H B Warner in Capital and Labor. All shows start at 8 and admission is 6 cents. An extra feature is planned tonight and Saturday night.
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Moving Picture
Pathe
Daniel Frohman
William Farnum
Wilson Barrett
H. B. Warner
Criterions Score Well In Boat Concert At Central Theater
The Criterions opened the Men's Club course and performed a boat concert at the Central Theater. The audience applauded although attendance was affected by weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Criterions
Central Theater
School Notes Preview Social Evening for Juniors and Seniors
School notes outline a Monday evening entertainment for sophomores and freshmen in the school building as part of a social series. Teachers from public schools, with Mr Deckert and Mr Coppenhavar of the Industrial school, visited Lebanon's American Tron and Steal Works.
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Deckert
Coppenhavar
Lebanon
Roy
George
Rantz
Brule
Pennsylvania
Mumma
Halloween Party by Hershey Mothers’ Club Draws All
Great Time On Halloween Friday night you will find every body in Hershey at the Men's Club for a free admission event. The Mothers' Club hosts a costume contest, tug of war, fish pond, fortune booths, Virginia Reel dancing, and old time dances. Prizes, pies, candies, and homemade goodies await.
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Hershey
Mothers’ Club
William F. R. Murrie
Harry N. Herr
Lynn R. Meekins
Ezra F. Hershey
Edwin
M. Hershey
Frank B. Saylor
Ethel Davis
Margaret Langworthy
Melba Melba Delights Harrisburg Audience At Orpheum
A large crowd at the Harrisburg Orpheum Theater enjoyed Melba Melba Monday evening. She delivered strong performances with several encores. The program featured prominent artists with attendees from Hershey Hummelstown and Palmyra including Mr. M. S. Hershey and many Mrs. and Misses listed as present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melba
Orpheum Theater
Harrisburg
Hershey
M. S. Hershey
J. E. Snyder
W. F. R. Murrie
C .V. Glynn
H. N. Herr
W. L. Dubois
Jack Williams
Bertha Leichhart
Alice Elder
Ella Kegerreis
Carrie Dressler
Ruth Hershey
Irvin Slesser
Victor Gingrich
Michael Canter
Oscar Rochow
Ewing Cain
Margaret Langworthy
Mabel Hoffman
Mary Mauffair
Hummelstown
Esther Hummel
Jones Shearer Jones Wedding at Home of Parents
Miss Alva Elizabeth Shearer daughter of Mr and Mrs Park Shearer married Clarence Melvin Jones of Hershey last Wednesday at 7 80 o clock at the bride's home. Rev William O Yates of Olivet Presbyterian Church officiated. They will visit Niagara Falls and southern Canada before residing in Palmyra after November 1. The bride is a noted musician and Harrisburg social figure. The groom works at Hershey Chocolate Company and is popular in Hershey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alva Elizabeth Shearer
Park Shearer
Clarence Melvin Jones
Hershey
William O. Yates
Olivet Presbyterian Church
Niagara Falls
Canada
Palmyra
Harrisburg
Hershey Chocolate Company
Harshey
Union Circuit Services Next Sunday Plan
Rev. George W. Hallman leads services at Union Deposit and WMadburn's locations next Sunday. Morning Sunday School and Christian Endeavor are planned with preaching at 10.80 and 7.00 respectively.
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George W. Hallman
Union Deposit
Christian Endeavor
Wmadburn's
John Elder Class holds Arbor Day social at president’s home
The John Elder Class of Derry Presbyterian Church held a fortnightly meeting Monday evening at President 8. Baenstow’s home. After a business session they finalized plans for their Arbor Day celebration and enjoyed refreshments during a pleasant social hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Midar
Derry Presbyterian Church
Baenstow
Derry Arbor Day Event With Governor Brumbaugh
Governor Brumbaugh and Mr. M S Hershey will plant trees at Derry Church as part of Arbor Day ceremonies on Saturday afternoon November 6. Rev G S Rentz leads program with speeches, music, and multiple tree plantings by church groups and visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Derry Church
America
Brumbaugh
M. S.hershey
W. E. Bailey
Harrisburg
Derry
H. B. King
Paxton Church
George Edward Hawes
Market Square Church
John E. Snyder
Hershey
Lynn R. Meekins
Hershey Press
8. P. Bacastow
John Elder Men’s Bible
Fred D. Pronto
John Elder
G. 8. Rentz
G. S. Rentz
New Bull Attracts Crowds At Homestead Farm
The prize Holstein bull draws daily crowds at Homestead Farm. On Sunday 156 visitors came from Lancaster Dauphin Jonestown Linglestown Harrisburg and other points. Automobiles arrive in growing numbers with visitors from five Pennsylvania counties and nearby states. The bull is in fine health and praised for beauty and amiability.
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Homestead Farm
Lancaster
Dauphin
Jonestown
Linglestown
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Brown Praises YWCA at Hershay Church
Rev J M D Brown gave a strong sermon at the Lutheran Church on Sunday morning. He followed with a talk extolling the YWCA work protecting young women and guiding many to successful lives. He said Hershay YWCA is among the best in the state and praised its service to girls.
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Lutheran Church
J. M. D. Brown
Cavo
Hershay
Winter Course in Dairying at Round Barn Opens
A new winter dairy course has begun at the Round Barn with about 88 members invited. The class meets Thursday nights and will receive instruction from Thomas J. Matts of the State College when he visits Harrah to address the group.
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Round Barn
Kleppinger
Ing
Thomas J. Matts
State College
Harahey
Afternoon Sewing Class Opens for New Members
Mrs Baenstow will lead sewing sessions every Tuesday afternoon at 2 PM. The class offers practical, interesting work and invites new members to join.
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Baenstow
Tribute to F B Snavely Highlights Hershey Rally
More than three hundred attended the Hershey Republican rally honoring Frank B. Snavely for Director of the Poor. Speakers praised Snavely and the ticket, emphasizing party unity and local loyalty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hershey
Frank B. Snavely
George E Copenhaver
Gabriel H. Moyer
Palmyra
Pennsylvania
Lebanon Valley
Snavely
Fernando Loudermilch
Director of the Poor
Mr. Snavely
John E. Snyder
Frank Snavely
Snyder
Wickershim
Michael J. Stroup
Wickersham
Mr. Stroup
Notable visitors enliven Hershey event with band play
The event featured the Shey Band and many attendees including M.S. Hershey Dr M L Hershey A B Shenk school board president James Fox of Hummelstown John H Moyer John Alwine George Speers James Millard Ross Espenshade H N Herr Clayton F Snavely D M Hershey and A W Snavely. Prominent guest Gus M Steinmetz Harrisburg Telegraph managing editor accompanied the visitors.
Mrs Snavely Hosts Elegant 500 Party in Honor of Mrs Groff
Mrs. Frank B. Snavely entertained a large social group for a Thursday afternoon 500 party followed by luncheon. The event honored her cousin Mrs. E Frank Groff of Detroit who has been her house guest for two weeks with prizes awarded to Mrs. William Barnest, Mrs. P N Kasson, Mrs. Jay Strine, Mrs. John Goll and consolation to Mrs. Ezra F Hershey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank B. Snavely
P. N. Kasson
Jay Strine
John Goll
Ezra F. Hershey
Hershey
W. F. R. Murrie
E. M. Hershey
J. E. Hills
Ewing Cain
D.C. Giles
M. L. Nissley
Dick Strickler
Robert Fox
William Earnest
Penney
Harry Holler
S. C. Stécher
Clara Walmer
Mary
Lillie Fox
Lancaster
C. S. Eby
F. S. Everts
George Hoffmier
Kinzer
Philadelphia
Miss Collins
Detroit
Mich
E. Frank Groff
Junior YWCA Contest Seeks New Members At Gymnasial Class
The Young Women's Christian Association junior gym class runs a two team contest to recruit new members and renew interest among old ones. The Blues and Old Rose teams track progress on a chart at the Hershey Store. Captains Edith McCafferty and Eva Runkle lead with Dorothy Hills as helpers. A pennant is awarded for each new member.
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Young Women’s Christian Association
The
Blues
Hershey
Esta Marvie
Edith McCafferty
Eva Runkle
Dorothy Hills
New Planting Planned at Hershey Amid Easter Show Growth
A special shipment of fine bulbs from Holland has arrived marking the largest Hershey bulb variety yet. Easter bulbs and plants arrive for a grand show while a new lawn and shrubbery appear at Hershey Convention Hall. Extensive planting continues on Highland Park and a new running track is being built on the athletic field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hershey
Holland
Hershey Convention Hall
Highland Park
Youth group service at United Brethren Church
The First United Brethren Church held an evening service featuring a strong Y W C A presence. The pastor preached on the theme The work and need of the Hershey Y W C A with fine attendance and special music.
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First
United Brethren Chaureh
Young Women's Christian Association
Hershey Y. W. C. A
Chrysanthemum Show Promises 600 Blooms in 26 Varieties
The chrysanthemum show next Sunday will feature 600 blooms across 26 varieties attracting many visitors to Hershey. Admission details are available at the venue.
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Wershey
Shere
Weather Outlook Warns of Brief Warm Spell then Rain
The forecast indicates dry conditions for four to five days with a return to unsettled, rainy weather by Sunday or Monday. Temperatures will be cooler today and warmer again later in the week.
Kraft's Race With Weather On the New Home of the Press
Al Kraft leads a rush to complete Hershey's new press building a 90 by 334 foot reinforced concrete structure three stories high above but four in the lower section. The project fronts 35 acres of factory space and aims to enclose the first half by Christmas amid steel delays. spectators watch from the upper floors with views of the Lebanon Valley.
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Lebanon Valley
Hershey
al. Kraft
Free Sewing Machine Demonstration at Hershey Store
A lively Saturday event at the Hershey Store featured Mr Windle demonstrating the improved Free Sewing Machine. The crowd learned its advantages, and Mrs John A Smith of Lyonsville received a machine as a surprise presentation, highlighting the brand for customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hershey
Windle
John A. Smith
Lyonsville
Hershey Band Delivers Finest Concert
The Hershey Band gave a free concert Friday night at the Hershey Central Theater praised as one of the town's best. The skilled musicians under Director Peese played a varied program and received warm applause. Concerts will continue every Friday evening.
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Hershey
Hershey Central Theater
Peese
Sunshine and Loyalty Club Form in Junior Gymnasium
The Junior gymnasium splits into two classes. Girls aged 7 to 10 meet Saturdays at 10 for the Sunshine class linked to Camp Fire Blue Birds. Girls aged 10 to 12 meet Tuesdays for the Loyalty Club.
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Sunshine
Blue Birds
Camp Fire Organization
Gitla
Loyalty Club
Onward Club Elects Officers at YWCA Meeting
The Onward Club of the YWCA met Tuesday evening at the association and held their semi annual election. New officers are President Miss Marvy Snyder, Vice President Miss Elizabeth Plauta, Secretary Miss Anna Lent Treas ure, Miss Lorch is Treasurer. The club now has most members actively attending educational classes.
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Onward Club
The
Young Women's Christian Association
Marvy Snyder
Elizabeth Plauta
Anna Lent Treasure
Lorch
Eight New Members Added To YWCA Club
The Up. TYo-Dals club of the Young Women's Christian Association will hold a recognition service next Wednesday evening to welcome about eight new members. The club shows strong participation in educational classes and wide member representation.
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Up. Tyo-Dals Club
Young Women's Christian Association
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Jones—Shearer
Union Circuit Services
Mr. Brown
F. B. Snavely
Mrs. Snavely
Mrs. Groff
At Work
United Brethren
Chrysanthemum
Kraft
Press
Hershey Band
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