31 Aug 1908
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily News
Location
Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1908
Page
1
Fragmented text mentions political office and religious conversion themes. References to Matthew New and a named place or event are unclear due to garbled OCR. The passage hints at a debate or speech and a discussion of authority but lacks coherent detail or dates.
The piece describes fabrics that, when opened, reveal thin veiling with a satin finish and a delicate rose design. It notes how light catches the material to create an almost invisible allure, with mentions of parasols and subtle grid-like paneling.
A discussion of an innovative evening sleeve and a French inspired gown described as connected to a short under sleeve. The design features a high belt, embroidered weave, and bullion finishing at the end of the forearm.
The Republican Committee at 477 Lorain Street Philadelphia opened today under Chairman Wenley R. Andrews. Colonel Andrews heads the executive staff with John Be Williams of Lackawanna as secretary and Charlen Jackson of Montgomery as treasurer. Henry F. Walter of Philadelphia leads the Speakers Bureau. The campaign aims to boost Republican representation in Congress as Democrats hold seven of the thirty-two seats.
A disrupted OCR reads of Valley Glen event describes oil men and workers forming a parade along the Sivatara Creek near the Americat Trongad Slee manufacturing site. A Mr. Weutell- Herger from Blerinret leads the party as the group moves toward the hotel area.
A garbled Middletown fair story notes candidates and events at the Lebrond Valley fair. Hugh Burns travels to Middletown, where results reflect a poor showing at Leboud county events, while another candidate’s standing improves to merit further momentum.
A guide describes home made card canes with summer colors and chilly finishes. It details stiffened coverings with coned ends to form pockets and notes binding methods, edge stitching, and monogram customization for a neat, attractive look.
Readable remnants describe facial care recipes and fashion notes. It mentions cold cream, lotions, perfumes, and exercises to shape the shoulders, plus styling of evening dresses in pale blue pink ivory and black. It references oils waxes and alcohol based tonics.
The train carried Ohio veterans to a reunion departing Sunday afternoon under Assistant Adjutant Veteran Charles A. Suydam. Notable Grand Army figures aboard included Department Commander DeLacy, Assistant Quartermaster General Christian F. Orcish, Medical Director Albert M. Smith, Department Inspector Wiley Welle, Chief Star 8. N, and Past Commander In Chief A. P. Gobin.
Market prices for beef cattle veal calves and lambs are given with bids and ranges. Cold weather and shipper demand influence cattle values while quality remains a key factor in pricing at the West Philadelphia Yards and related markets.
Cattle receipts at Chicago market on August 1 show varied demand with heavy cattle and heifers selling around 4.60 to 4.70 per cwt. Prices for cows and bulls listed near 1.70, stockers and feeders about 2.00, with yard totals around 6,000 to 6,600 head reported. Bulk sales dominated by heavier shippers and wholesalers amid higher bids.
Prices for various cattle types listed with buyers and weights. Expect brisk activity as wethers and calves show demand. regional sellers include Floyd-Recalpte Mehtis and Neavy Yorkers with mixed lot descriptions and per head estimates.
The Philadelphia grain and produce market shows a weak spot with varied bids and quatasite ranges. Prices quoted include winter at 450 and 3.00, with other values listed for bags, white and yellow wheats, oats, barley and straw timothy, and notes on handling and distribution.
Brigadier General Werrell P. Rowland announces the entire National Guard of Pennsylvania will assemble for a grand pageant. Regulars from the department will join with navy and marine units from twenty warships. The event expects about 80000 troops to participate in a spectacular display, with contingents from all thirteen original states and potential Cuban forces involved. Philadelphia armories and City Hall corridors will host the troops, with other public buildings considered for housing.
A large gathering at Carsonia Party, Lebanon County, elected several Furry family officers for the coming year. Notable names include Henry Furry as president and John Cy Furry as vice president, with G H Furry as secretary and Ulysee Burry as treasurer. Additional executive committee members include Thomas Furry and Daniel GC Furry, among others. A separate note mentions women’s craft fans and back crick as a light aside.
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