06 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily News
Location
Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
1
Tax details from a court record show costs of the case charged against AM the Littl Ganis. The note lists expenditures and itemized charges, reflecting standard court costs and filing fees.
The Neely Kelch and Behney cases dominated today with outcomes on costs and custody. Jurors found some not guilty while others faced larceny, non support, or battery charges.
The article reports on Crommell, described as a murderer, with his portrait taken for relatives as a grim gift. It notes a planned hanging scheduled for the 24th instant and mentions tin pictures taken for distribution among kin, reflecting sensational, race-laden language of the period.
The trial at the district court ended with a verdict of voluntary manslaughter for David Long. Defense counsel Thomas H Capp argued for a new trial due to time elapsed since the initial indictment. The jury recommended a sentence of months’ deprivation, and an appeal was noted. Vernet District Attorney McCurdy defended the integrity of the indictment, denying that it was lost or mishandled.
A garbled relic notes the Poketo tribe preparing for a Red Men big parade. It mentions a group of around one hundred fifty, a planned march through a town area, and local officials or organizers including individuals like Waltman. The text is heavily corrupted but signals a ceremonial procession and community participation.
The Lebanon electric company is decorating the Sons of America hall and the Academy of Music with elaborate electrical displays, enhancing the festive atmosphere for the season.
A garden party tour conducted at the Methodist parsonage tomorrow evening features Mr. Segen's Surmekies performing a set of pieces. Attendees plan light refreshments including tea and cassie items as part of the social gathering in Sardis Heath Alvect.
Fragmented OCR text mentions haymakers, association, side bearer, city fete, and a central event at Metter Phe Borah Hoover. It alludes to a gathering or meeting with references to ice and a plate, but details are garbled and unclear.
Early and large purchases enable us to offer unusual values in straw hats. These hats are light in weight and price. All new and up to date styles. Regular advertising focus on price and trade talk to attract buyers.
The Faust euchre club, including many local ladies and gentlemen, held its final gathering Friday evening at Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Dotter's home on North Eighth Street with guests entertained. President Shields was slated to speak at the Lebanon county convention. rumors of a dance preceded the event. Local clerks and residents are mentioned in brief notices, along with upcoming ice cream orders from Klondike and a three week tour rehearsal with Captain Esler Jett joining the eastern star group.
Skiv-Nme pupils receive certificates of promotion from Superintendent Adams marking advancement in the local school. The ceremony highlights student effort and achievement within the district education program.
The ceremony filled the high school assembly with parents relatives and friends. The program featured William Pateh in When Twenty Years Have Flown and a notable address by Rev ELS. Branier and Henry VeOpiey. Numerous students received certificates of promotion and flowers and class colors were presented.
All amateur players in the city are invited to practice with Captain Pat Holling and the Independent ball team. A crowd is expected at Avon diamond for a likely exhibition as the team seeks skilled players and potential recruits.
A straw stack fire near the stable of 2. Mirtle on futeber Avenue was quickly checked with water. Despite near destruction, the stable sustained only slight damage due to prompt action by a passing railroad engine crew.
A report notes Dr Schmauk leaving bed for the first time since illness and returning to the yard briefly, with observers hopeful for steady progress in his recovery.
The Elmwood kindergarten class of Mrs Maud C Erhs School for Little Folks celebrated closing exercises on Chestnut Street with parents and friends in attendance. Students performed songs and recitations under Miss Dorothy Light and Miss Mildred Bright, and a student Miss Maria Rosa was noted as out of the city.
Belmont Park witnesses with John K. Fanck as secretary of Lebanon Valley fair associates. Discussions on governor preferences show Pattison opposed by county leaders Gulley and others. Harrisburg event recalls Professor Houck’s long service while a Walnut alley brush fire prompts Chemical Engine Company aid. Commencement duties take Rev E S Bromer to Allentown. Local ads promote Childress White Lawn Dresses and Men’s clothing at Manos. Meyerto Wiggs and Isaac Mann & Son offer bargain attire and one price clothing.
A local report notes the Rash Deed involving farmer John A D Strack and references death by his own action. The brief item mentions legal or financial matters tied to the Strack case and the disputed deed. No further details are provided in readable text.
A man missing since Monday was found dead in Strack's Dam after a hat on the bank pointed to his body. Local reports say he likely shot himself, with an inquest led by Deputy Coroner Weirick and coroner Shultz to determine the death as self-inflicted. The deceased, son of George Strack, left a wife and six children and was described as prone to melancholia spells.
A dense ad lists tomorrow only prices on lace curtains bedspreads pillows and linens at Stambaugh and Raak's store. Items include 30 pair lace curtains 39c each 200 white bedspreads 1.00 5 pair tapestry curtains 3.98 200 feather pillows 1.00 20 white bedspreads 0.50 Extra items feature a Lifeline Summer Comfort 1.25 a case fine mercerized dress ginghams 0.10 a yard silk grenadines silk and linen fabrics and women's clothing pieces. Also notes 500 pairs ladies lace hose 0.25 and various textiles with mentions of department offerings and a cordial invitation to shop. Directors listed for Lebannon steam company: Horace Brock C H Killinger C Penrose Sherk Jobe Hunsicker J Henry Miller H O Nutting Richard Meily H H Light C N Selder Dr J L Lemberger Grant Weldman.
The ad heavy notice promotes economy in good clothing from Isaac Wolf & Co at 828 Cumberland Street with Serge suits from 7.50 and a wide men’s suit selection. It touts Boys’ Wash Suits, Walkover shoes, and graduation gifts while flagging a large sale at C.K. Light & Co. and Banner Shoe Store. Also mentions local parade decorating and a 1942 council event.
The funeral of Jonn Wentling, Ono’s oldest United Evangelical church member, was held at his Fate home. Services took place at United Evangelical church in Ono with interment there. Relatives and friends from across the county traveled to attend. Attending mourners included Peter Wentling, Rev. Andrew Saylor, Adam 2B Saylor, Amos Wentling of Lancaster County, and Henry Wentling of Dauphin.
Deputy Postmaster Charles Sete rbrook Havard spends Thursday rigging gear and reading Walton to catch finny beauties in a secluded spot. Under strawberry moon he entices a few trout as the kingfish calls from the creek surrendering. The tale depicts Havard’s celebrated skill and a night of fishing.
Tomorrow Joseph Martini offers chocolate vanilla strawberry lemon and pineapple ice cream at 211 Nori Eighth Street. Also notes clerical change at L railroad freight office and new local clerk appointments. A Children’s Day dress sale and a Strawberry Festival are advertised with low prices.
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