01 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily News
Location
Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1908
Page
1
A mayor and solicitor push a court injunction to halt actions affecting Lebanon Creek water supply. The filing seeks to prevent disruption of water service and to address liability for resulting shortages while residents await a court decision. Proceedings set to proceed today with a festival fundraiser planned by the Circle Festival Society.
Dr. Madgie of tila eliy attended the annual Pennsylvania dental association meeting in Philadelphia at the Bellevue Stratford Tuesday evening. Dr. C K Wagner a prominent member could not attend. De Harry Zimmerman of Annville was in attendance.
A display window at the G H Shenk store on Cumberland near Eighth shows the handsome flag that Cornwall and Lebanon railroad company will present to the Fourth Regiment Boss Brigade this city for the Fourth of July at Mt Gretna.
The second Sunday school institute met at Salem Reformed church Campbelltown on Sunday afternoon and evening. John Detweller of Palmyra led as vice president of the North and South Londonderry district association presiding. Delegates and Sunday school workers presented accounts, with next meeting planned for Bellegrove’s Christ Lut.
Fragmentary text notes vacations granted and residents returning home amid unspecified circumstances. No clear names, dates, or places are readable.
The Lebanon county bar association outing is set for Wednesday July 8 at Weldman’s mill on Swatara Creek. Conveyances will be provided for members and their guests leaving the courthouse at 8 o’clock in the morning. Names of guests are to be furnished later.
A party at Swatara reports catching several large bullfrogs in the water about half a mile distant. John Melly and Augustus Wunderlich stay at the camp until Friday after taking nineteen frogs with the others.
A damaged clipping reports movements at Jonestown involving individuals identified as Wentling Hess and Harvey Boe with references to a stroke and a railway repair context. Details are fragmented and unclear.
Critics hailed the Trinity Lutheran choir and soloists for an outstanding production of Flotow’s Martha at Sons of America Hall. Amateur performers impressed with skilled singing and a strong chorus, though turnout was modest. The program included the opera’s full musical score except the recitatives.
Deputy Heginter Kreider grants letters of administration for Rebecca Garman of North Jack Township. Proclaimed in town, with Miller, Esq., as attorney. Proceedings authorize administration from Prapkinn Mock, ES Wy.
The will of the late Tinals Shultz of Newmanstown was presented today. A secondary affidavit was provided by Mrs Sigan Stoudt, sister of the testatrix, and no letters testamentary were issued at this time.
The carnival runs July 10 to 18 under Knights of Pythias auspices in the city. It showcases twenty five varied scenery and personal exhibits including Aztec maidens and a Moorish Palace, plus a Wheel and Merry-go-Round. H W Heckert, proprietor, arrives from Trenton with plans for the ride and a street parody featuring a large band.
Fragmentary obituary text notes a death and mentions a son in law Mrs land street, with unclear time and conditions. The readable lines reference a person aged 87 and a time around 1:0, but the fragment omits essential names, dates, and locations needed for a full notice.
A citywide announcement states all market houses will hold the weekend market on Friday morning instead of Saturday because of a holiday. Merchants and patrons are advised of the change affecting the entire market system in the city.
A race at the Valley Fair Grounds track in Norton Township aimed to determine the speediest horse. Owners involved were Moses Bittner and an Ellman or Nekenroth party. judges privately discussed the outcome. One horse allegedly ran free after a wagon hitch, finishing ahead of the other contender.
The morning appointment of H Rank-Bickal as auditor for the Elizabeth Herah Berger estate at Jononderry was moved by Gokin and McCurdy with J Adams Esq. serving as attorneys for the estate.
A travel note reports George H Bratton and two companions visiting Harrisburg and stopping at the Byle hotel in a touring car. The fragment indicates a trip through the Lebanon Valley with phrases indicating dining and lodging.
Gar ner Byucher joins Rev Ady Hogaree in the Firet Reformed church in the city. Amman Obshers, daughter of Edwin B ant, is noted among local residents as part of the church event.
The report predicts a good corn crop in Pennsylvania and the region, with wheat yielding well and no rust. Continued rains or unfavorable weather could affect later harvesting, with some areas already cut while others wait. Seed corn shortages noted may delay or reduce overall yield this year.
The June license records reflect a drop in Marrings and licenses issued in Lehanon County compared with the previous period. Clerk Koohandetter issued 02 during the month, while others show a slight decrease, with licenses issued in Jude 1907 noted.
A notice records the appointment of Smith of Heidelberg township as administrator of an estate and directs duties related to settling the decedent’s assets. No further specifics on date or heirs are provided in the fragment.
City Treasurer Prank H and Deputy John Huber announce taxes are due today with a one per cent discount for early payment. The office will stay open this evening to assist property owners working during the day and encourage prompt payment at city hall.
At Valley House today arrivals include Timer Rowe of Philadelphia Wy A Mc Miroy Mathlehens G St Cnels of LAlity and C C Shubert of New York, as the hotel welcomes notable guests.
A mortgage transfer to Fidelity Company in Teale for 150000 was recorded today, affecting property in the Lebanon Valley. The transaction references the Cornwall area and the Valley iron works, with involved parties including the Lebanon Valley iron concerns.
Local reunion notes indicate Pastor Croll, a Lutheran leader, is expected to return near the day after Tuy. The event highlights community ties and pastoring work within the congregation.
Fragmentary notes show a gathering named National Ge ing of Order with figures such as Major My I Hy De Hallmans Edward Mallia and Robert Werner. The text references organizing the conven tion schedule and arrangements for the meeting, though details are garbled.
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