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Lebanon Semi Weekly News

Location

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1902

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North Lebanon Township case delayed hearing to December

Judge Ehrgood continued the preliminary injunction against North Lebanon township supervisors Simon Reinoeh and Albert Spangler. Hearing moved from this morning to sometime in December as counsel set a new date. Nathaniel B. Light seeks to stop water diversion. W G Light represents him, with Lantz and Miller for the supervisors. Peter Wentling's bond discharge bid re Sallie Gambler shows cause. Wentling argues the Gambles reconciled, removing need for a $200 bond and $2 weekly payment. Rule returnable December 15.

North Lebanon Township Ehrgood Peter Wentling Gamble Simon Reinoeh Albert Spangler Nathaniel B. Light W. G. Light Light C. K. Lantz BE. W. Miller A.frank Seltzer Sallie Wentling Hervey Gamble

Farmers Feel Better After Agent Taken for Theft

Bible Agent A. G. Glasgow, sought for lurse stealing, was transported to the penitentiary on Friday by Sheriff McMichiael of Lancaster to serve a five year and nine month sentence.

A. G. Glasgow McMichiael Lancaster

Fair Visitor Honored at Pleasant Party for Miss Minnie Ulsh

Miss Mary Siegrist hosted a Friday evening gathering at 336 South Sixth street in honor of Miss Minnie C Ulsh of Lykens. The event featured social games and vocal performances by Ulsh, who is noted as an accomplished musician, with choice refreshments served and a list of attendees including Misses Mary Lehman Virginia Miller Kathryn Hauer Rose Cohen Elizabeth Seltzer Modie Cohen and gentlemen W L Strickler H G Imberger E D Seigrist L Raymond Reigert W N Stuart and F H Lehman.

Minnie E. Ulsh Mary Siegrist South Sixth Street Minnie C Ulsh Lykens Ulsh Mary Lehman Virginia Miller Kathryn Hauer Rose Cohen Flizabeth Seltzer Modie Cohen W. L. Strickler H. G. Imberger E. D. Seigrist, Esq L. Raymond Reigert W. N. Stuart F. H. Lehman

Jury Wheel Selects 190 Jurors for Court

In 1903, six handed and fifty mimes were placed in the jury wheel for 190 by Judge TMirgood and Jury Commissioners Bowman and Tlelchert. Each provided one third of the total as required by law, and Sheriff Coppenhaver seated the jurors.

Tmirgood Bowman Tlelchert Iaw Sheriff Coppenhaver

Is It Cholera Among Hogs at Lismarck

Many hogs have died silently at Lismarck with suspected cholera like illness. Owners worry as carcasses are found in the morning with no inspection or explanation given for the strange death pattern.

Lismarck

Real Estate Transfers To Berks and Dauphin Turnpike

Rudolph Gehm transfers house and lot in North Annville to Berks and Dauphin Turnpike Co for 500 dollars. L Groh transfers property in North Lebanon to the same company for 300 dollars. Henry Nace sells to George Fortna thva Houses and Tots in South Lebanon for 2100 dollars. David IM Meyer conveys property in North Annville to Berks and Dauphin Turnpike Co for a private consideration.

Rudolph Gehm Berks and Dauphin Turnpike Company North Annville Township Wnt L. Groh North Lebanon Henry Nace George Fortna South Lebanon Township David Im, Meyer

Sauerkraut Supper Attracts Lebanon Valley Commandery

A sauerkraut supper will be held Saturday at Sons of America Hall under Lebanon Valley Commandery No. 5. The wives and friends of members organize the event with a ladies committee led by Mrs. Stephen Hershberger. The general arrangements include William J. Daub, Wm. H. W. Ties, John L. Gilbert, J. Shindel Krause, and Dan M. Sharp. The notice notes a separate item from Atchison about croup remedies and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a preferred treatment.

Sons of America Lebanon Valley Commandery No. 5 Stephen Hershberger William J. Daub Wm. H. W. Ties John L

Carl Karmany Assumes New Assistant Duties

Carl Karmany this morning assumed new duties as assistant to Jeze fess Barr, the general secret sea of rumors and confusion surrounding the cabinet.

Carl Karmany Fais Jezefess Barr Secret Sea

Three Young Women Race to Catch Flyer at Depot

Three bright eyed young women sprinted from Cumberland street to the Philadelphia depot after hearing an engine whistle. They shouted to a conductor and caused a stir as bystanders dodged collisions and crowded the entrance. They grabbed tickets from sellers and waited eighteen minutes on the platform, looking foolish to onlookers.

Eighth Street Cumberland Street Philadelphia

Election of Directors at Y M C A Annual Meeting

The Yeoung Men's Christian Association of Lebanon will hold its annual meeting next Thursday evening December 3 in the association parlors. Reports will be given and directors elected to replace C F Rauch Charles W Few A C Zimmerman David Nebstock and Thomas G Spangler with one member to serve two years. A new physical director may be announced plans for next year will be presented. Dr William Arnold Shanklin of Reading will speak, with Miss Esther M Davis and Miss M Evelyn Essick likely assisting in the initial program. Senior members urged to attend.

Yeoung Men’s Christian Association Lebanon C.F. Rauch Charles W. Few A. C. Zimmerman David Nebstock Thomas G. Spangler William Arnold Shanklin D. D Memorial Church of the Holy Cross Reading Dr. Shanklin Minnesota Washington Esther M. Davis Memorial Church Choir M. Evelyn Essick Braid of Directors

Fireman Resigns for Steel Firm to Join Steading Radiator

Herman Bieichert, a fireman employed by the Pennsylvania Steel Company, resigns to accept a similar position with the Steading Radiator company.

Herman Bieichert Pennsylvania Steel Company

Kerr to resume studies at University of Pennsylvania

J DeWitt Kerr left his home at 447 North Highth Street this morning to travel to Philadelphia and resume his medical studies at the University of Pennsylvania. He was accompanied by Mr and Mrs J I Kerr.

J. DeWitt Kerr Enrs J. 1. Kerr North Highth Stret Philadelphia University of Pennsylvania

Newmanstown Fair To Boost Athletic Association Funds

The Newmanstown Athletic Association plans a fair at Yeiser's Hall starting Saturday evening December 13 to raise money for better facilities for next season. The Sheridan Band will provide nightly music. Salem United Evangelical Church will hold a Christmas festival December 27 and 28, with a charity concert at St. Elias Church on December 21. Visitors include Howard Hamilton of Reading and families from Iowa, Terre Hill, and Reading.

Newmanstown Athletic Association Yeiser’s Hall Sheridan Salem Sunday School United Evangelical Church St. Elias Church Howard Hamilton Reading J. H. Witter William Shaeffer John Haak Iowa Mary Betz John Ju. Shultz Henry D. Shultz Laura

Pain Balm Heals Burned Child After Stove Accident

Mrs Geo T Benson of Keller Va used Pain Balm on her child burned by a hot stove during a Saturday bath. The liniment calmed the child within half an hour and he slept, recovering in about two weeks. Pain Balm is marketed for burns cuts and bruises and is sold at Dr Kline and Addison Bowers drug stores Myerstown Pa and other pharmacies.

Atchison, Kan Mr. Kline Addison Bowers Myerstown Geo. T. Benson

Camp 38 14th Anniversary Celebration

The 381 Westington camp No. 381 PT. C. S. of A. plans a 14th anniversary observance on Monday evening December 5 with lilting exercises and a banquet in Sars of America. The camp’s drum corps will provide music.

Westington Camp PT. C. S. of A

Just What You Need Digestive Stimulant and Liver Regulator

Advertises a digestive tonic to improve appetite and cleanse the stomach. Claims to invigorate the liver and bowels, alleviate bad taste, dullness after eating, constipation, headaches, and bilious feelings. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold at Dr Kline's and Addison Bowers drug stores in Myerstown, PA, and other drug stores.

Dr. Kline Addison Bowers Myerstown

Winters First Snow Falls Sunday Afternoon and Evening

Winters saw its first snowfall Sunday with snow beginning in the afternoon and continuing into the evening. Residents reported slippery roads and light accumulation as temperatures stayed near freezing. Municipal crews salted streets after dusk to improve traction.

January Snow Brings Early Winter Feels Across State

The first snowfall of the season arrived Sunday, with late afternoon start and a night-long continuation. Temperatures dropped, snow covered roofs and trees, and children enjoyed their first snow day. Fuel dealers and clothing merchants anticipate demand for overcoats as wintry weather grips the region. Nearby towns report heavy snows, sleet, and disrupted rail traffic threatening coal output this week.

Amy

CHARMING PARTY AT 664 CUMBERLAND STREET

Misa Rose Cohen hosted a Saturday evening party at her home 664 Cumberland Street with vocal and instrumental music and games. Refreshments were served. Guests included Minnie C. Ulsh of Lykens, Mary Lehman, Virginia Miller, Kathryn Hauer, Elizabeth Seltzer, Mary Seigrist, Minnie Kalbach, Bessie Schoek, Effite Snyder, Modie Cohen, W. L. Strickler, H. G. Umberger, E. D. Seigrist esq., L. Raymond Reigert, W. N. Stuart, F. H. Lehman, John Hunsicker, R. C. Bateman, W. Van Every and Fred Light.

Misa Rose Cohen Cumberland Street Minnie C. Ulsh Lykens Mary Lehman Virginia Miller Kathryn Hauer Elizabeth Seltzer Mary Seigrist Minnie Kalbach Bessie Schoek Effite Snyder Modie Cohen W. L. Strickler H. G. Umberger E. D. Se

Light's Horses Arrive for Two Carloads Auction

Two carloads of Towa and Wisconsin horses arrive at Wm. Peno hotel sales stable. Wm. H. Bollasan and Harry E. Light, prominent horse dealers, plan tomorrow afternoon sale featuring stylish drivers, cab horses, coaches, family and business horses. Buyers invited to inspect. a full blood Shetland pony is among the lot.

Wm. Peno Hotel Wm. H. Bollasan Harry E. Light Towa Wisconsin

Jail charge for stealing robe, coat, and keys in Oswego case

Samuel Ditzler sits in jail charged with stealing a lap robe from Liverman Daniel Laudermilch and a coat and bunch of keys from John Misstep, a porter at the Oswego House. Ditzler offered the robe for sale to Harry Glise for a dollar. Glise's investigation led to Ditzler’s arrest by Officer Shaefler. Chief Zimm erman signed a warrant. Alderman R. L. Miller to conduct a hearing on Tuesday.

Samuel Ditzler Liverman Daniel Laudermilch John Misstep Oswego House Thomas Stains Ditzler Harry Glise Shaefler Zimmerman R. L. Miller

Rauch Tailoring Claims Correct Cloth and Tea Fit

Advertisement fragment from C E Rauch promises correct cloth, proper tea in Style, and fit in tailoring. The note references sizing and finish claims with a date-like marker 11-28.

E. Rauch

Crossing Blocked By Trains In City Streets

Citizens protest blocked Ninth street as a long Philadelphia and Reading freight train moved through the city delaying pedestrians and delaying evening trains. The crew shifted stock cars to a siding to avoid delays, provoking strong public ire as winter approaches.

Philadelphia Reading Ninth Street Highth Street Estern

Pretty Home Wedding of Miss Parker and William Thompson

A home wedding at the Parker residence on West Main street Anunyilie united Miss Jamime C Parker and William F Thompson in marriage Rev J T Satter officiated. After a formal dinner guests from Harrisburg and Annville joined the couple. The pair left by 4 30 p m train for a tour of eastern cities and will reside in Harrisburg where the groom runs a business.

Miss Parker William H. Thompson William Parker Anunyilie West Main Street Jamime C. Parker William F. Thompson Harrisburg Annville J. T. Satter St. Paul's Ub, Dhared Wil Harris Inirg

Alumni Walloped Varsity at Lebanon Valley College

The alumni defeated the varsity 10 to 6 in a hard fought game on the new Lebanon Valley college athletic field. Weight and experience favored the alumni. two touchdowns came after about 20 minutes of play in each half. Varsity errors and overconfidence cost them, marking the first home defeat this season after six games.

Lebanon Valley College Feld Alwans Gam Annville Athletic Club Altoona Roop Steelton Y. M. C. A Gray Harrisburg Athletic Club Yon Varsity

Evangelical Alliance delegates head to state convention

Rev Witwer of East Lehman Street M E church rides the morning train to Philadelphia and then to Easton for the three day state Evangelical convention starting tomorrow. Rev V W Dipnell of St Johns Reform Church is the other city delegate and will depart tomorrow.

Bricklayers Combine Work and Pleasure at Pinegrove

Wil Be Combined By These Brick layers at Pinegrove, Harry Bell, Joan Phraeaer, John Little, Samuel Bell, William Matter ness, Oscar Shelly and Morris Blatz left this morning for Pinegrove, where they are engaged on the renovation of the Lutheran church, there, the brick laying work being done by the Sanne Bell Sons company, of this city. The men spent last week at the work and spent Sunday at their homes in Lehanon. They left with their launt fog paraphernalia this morning and will spend leisure hours tracking ra its in the snow.

Pinegrove Harry Bell Joan Phraeaer John Little Samuel Bell William Matterness Oscar Shelly Morris Blatz Sanne Bell Sons Company Lehanon

Miss Bordlemay Delivers Address at Trinity Church

Carrie Bordlemay of Manheim and president of the eastern Pennsylvania branch of the Woman's Missionary Society spoke at Trinity Church's anniversary services Sunday evening. She delivered an address and the event featured an elaborate musical program.

Miss Bordlemay Mjaz Carrie Bordlemay Eastern Pennsylvania Woman's Missionary Society of the United Evangelicndhuries Manheim Woman's Missionary Society Trinity Church

Miss Lillian Wilbur Sings at Zion Lutheran Service

Miss Lillian Wilbur of Harrisburg sang in the Zion Lutheran church choir on Sunday and delivered a solo at the morning service. The performance was warmly praised by the congregation. Miss Wilbur and her sister Mrs Wilson are guests of Mr and Mrs Milton H Wagner on Leuman Street.

Zion Lutheran Lillian Wilbur Harrisburg Zion Lutheran Church Wilbur Sirs. Wilson Milton H. Wagner Leuman Street

Miss Julia Coleman Recites in Manheim Missionary Day

Miss Julia Marie Coleman of this city recited Sunday evening in the Salem UT. B. church Manheim during exercises honoring missionary day observance.

Coleman Julia Marie Coleman Salem UT. B Manheim

Ladies and Skirts in Suits and Garments Displayed

Fragmentary ad style note references ladies clothing items in a Suits department. Mentions skirts jackets or tops and a label C.E Rauch with vague date/section markers. Unable to confirm full event, product line, or outlet.

Rauch

Tragedy on the Fast Freight Near Front Streets

William Brussman a 19 year old brakeman on the Philadelphia and Reading fast freight was killed when thrown from the tender as the train started after water stop at Front street. Wheels passed over his abdomen. The body was brought to J F McGovern’s establishment and later taken home to Newmanstown. His mother is seriously ill. two brothers and two sisters survive. Deputy Coroner Weirick deemed an inquest unnecessary.

Abdos Fast Freidh P. & R J. F McGovern Philadelphia Reading Lebanon William Brussman Li Keman Front Street J.F. McGovern North Ninth Street Jonathan Brussman Newmanstown Sheridan Millardsville Charles “D. Weirick

No Terrors for the Poor in Millcreek Meeting

Eli Wallace of Newmanstown attended the county poor directors annual meeting in Millcreek Township. Wallace has long given time and resources to aid the deserving poor, ensuring they will be cared for as winter approaches, with his advocacy easing fears of hard times.

Millcreek Eli Wallace Chase Newmanstown Wallace Mr.Wallace

Public sale of real estate at 371 North Eighth Street

W Howard Hoch executor of Mrs Fannie Greth estate sold the house at 371 North Eighth street to Jacob MM Parthemore for John EL Loetile, a son in law of the deceased. Auctioneer Samuel Bomberger conducted the sale at the Lebanon Valley house for $3226.

W. Howard Hoch Fannie Greth North Eighth Street Jacob MM. Parthemore John EL ‘Loetile Samuel Bomberger Lebanon Valley House

Obituary: Mrs James Connor Dies at County Almshouse

Mrs James Connor formerly Harriet Peters dies Sunday at the county almshouse where she had resided for some time. Aged about 75, she was known in the community for years as Harriet Peters, living in the southern city area and doing family washing.

Jamess Connor Harriet Peters

Wagner sings at St Marys high mass in Buffalo

John C. Wagner of Buffalo sang O Salutaris during the offertory at high mass in St Marys Catholic church. He is a capable singer and his solo was well received. He is staying a few days at the Eagle hotel.

John C. Wagner Buffalo St. Mary's Catholic Church Wagner Eagle Hotel

Elected Vice President of Local Regiment

Peter Sando of this city has been elected vice president of the One Hundred and Fifty-first Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers. The next annual reunion will be held at Wernersville on Thanksgiving Day, 1903.

Peter Sando One Hundred and Fifty-first Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers Wernersville

Miller son may take reading work at blacksmith shop

Miller son of Nathan Miller of 241 South Eighth street went to Reading this morning where he secured employment at a blacksmith shop.

Reading Miller Nathan Miller South Eighth Street

Miss Laura Evarts Visits Sick Sister in Forge Street

Miss Laura Evarts visited her sick sister Mrs. William Light on Forge street this morning and returned to her home.

Laura Evarts Willian Light Forge Street

Harvey A Henry Passes State Board as Qualified Assistant Druggist

Harvey A Henry of this city has successfully passed the examination before the state board as a qualified assistant druggist.

Harvey A Henry

Rambo to Furnish Costumes at Masque Ball

Reading costumer Rambo will be at the Sons of America Hall Wednesday afternoon to furnish costumes for the masque ball later that evening. Ladies seeking a cab should leave their address at Frantz Hat Store.

Rambo Sons of America Hall Frantz’ Hat Store

Beautiful Main Street home for sale in Balmyra

A large one room house on Main Street Balmyra offers a good slate roof and various fruit trees with two large stables. The ad notes practical conveniences and invites buyers to inquire about terms. The seller signs as STAUFFER and references a liberal term.

Balmyra

West End Co. Wins Damages Against Jansen Iron Co.

The West End rolling mill company of this city secured a Lancaster common pleas court verdict for 1494.54 in its breach of contract suit against Jansen Iron Company of Columbia. The action sought 4000 in damages after a three day trial. Thomas H. Cupp and W. A. Hensel led for West End. opposing counsel were Col. North and Coyle & Keller of Lancaster.

Jansen Iron Company West End Rolling Mill Company Lancaster Wet End Company Col. North and Coyle & KeLer

Thanksgiving Service at Zion Lutheran Church

A Thanksgiving service at Zion Lutheran Church replaced the regular evening sermon. The infant and senior Sunday schools led a program including hymns, prayers, baptisms, anthems, and solos. The offertory supported the children's home missions and a combined church and school chorus performed.

Zion Lutheran Church Moore Sisters Harriet Sheley Minnie Miriam Wagner June Zimmerman Ethel Reinhard

Dorcas and Young People Society Meetings Announced

The Dorcas Society meets Tuesday evening at Miss Mazie Kirk’s home on South Fourth street. German services will be held Tuesday evening in the old church with Rev Warren Nickel of Bucks county preaching. Mite Society gathers Wednesday evening in the chapel. The Young Peoples Society meets at Mrs Henry I Gibbard’s home on Chestnut street for a social gathering with full attendance urged. English services Friday evening in the chapel.

Dorcas Society Mazie Kirk South Fourth Street Old Church Warren Nickel Bucks County Mite Society Young Peoples’ Society Henry I. Gibbard Chestnut Street

Zion Lutheran Announces Evening Building Committee Meeting

Zion Lutheran states Monday evening meetings of the Building Committee and the Board of Trustees at architect A A Richter's office. A midweek service is scheduled Wednesday at 7 30 in the chapel.

Zion Lutheran A. A. Richter Sable

Missionary Society Meeting At Zion Lutheran Church

The Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of Zion Lutheran Church held its regular monthly meeting this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Morris Weldman.

Zellers Accepts Sales Position with New York Knitting Firm

C S Zellers former Lebanon Business College student and Luzerne County knitting mill worker has taken a sales agent post for a New York knitting machine maker. He has begun work and is making encouraging headway with many friends sending best wishes. Zellers is the son of J C Zeller a Mount Fork butcher and market man.

C. S. Zellers Lebanon Business College Luzerne County New York Mr. Zeller J.C. Zeller Mount Fico

Realty Transfer In Four Properties in Lebanon Townships

Real estate transfer records show John Bomberger and H B Spayd as assignees of S K Spayd selling four properties in North Londonderry Heidelberg and South Lebanon townships to H Rank Bickel Esquire for 19500 dollars. Bickel then conveys to Alice J Bonberger and others for the same properties for 19500 dollars.

Bomberger - Ee H._B. Spayd S.K. Spayd South Lebanon Township H. Rank Bickel North Londonderry Heidelberg Alice J. Bonberger

The Plains of Peace sung at First Reformed Church

Miss Minnie C. Ulsh of Lykens sang The Plains of Peace as a solo at the First Reformed Church in Harrisburg, guest of Miss Mary Siegrist. Her solo showcased a fine soprano voice and wide range. She left for home this morning.

Ulsh First Reformed Church Minnie C. Ulsh Lykens Mary Siegrist South Sixth Street

Cottage prayer meetings began at Fourth Street Presbyterian Church

The Christian Endeavor Society announced weekly cottage prayer meetings open to neighbors and interested residents. The first gathering will be hosted by Mrs. George Ross on Chestnut Street near Ninth, beginning this week.

Christian Endeavor Society of Fourth Street Presbyterian Church George Ross Chestnut Street Ninth

Rev Bromer Leads Service at County Alms House

The First Re formed Church minister Rev E S Bromer conducted Sunday afternoon services in the Chapel at the County Alms House. Large inmate attendance followed by several congregants including ladies and gentlemen who participated.

E. S. Bromer First Reformed Church

Trains Delayed on Philadelphia and Reading Line

Trains were delayed on the Philadelphia and Reading road with the New York Flyer arriving late and the 8 o'clock west bound passenger train over an hour late. A wreck at Allentown delayed that service while a special two car train was assembled at Reading and ran ahead of the regular train through the city.

Philadelphia Reading Road East Penn Allentown Reading

Overland to Lancaster Visit Reported

Mrs Henry Alrichard travels from Lemi iy to Lancaster on a 21 noon visit to friends in the Sch lerstown area. The wording is fragmentary but indicates a social visit between individuals in Lancaster.

Henry Alrichard Lemi Iy

Assignee Kendal Answers Rule to Account for All Money

December term opens with eight of twenty two cases ready for trial. Kendal of Reading, Culéman assignee, filed an answer to the rule to account and to show cause why he should not be dismissed. The lengthy answer contains usual legal verbiage and seeks discharge at petitioner’s cost. Several cases on the docket progress toward settlement and judgment entries are noted.

Acc Common Pleas Court EL. Grumbine E. W .Miller Henry T. Kendal Reading Culéman Sail Trust

Local marriages noted in Rothville and area Nov 27 to Nov 29

A string of marriage notices from Rothville and nearby towns lists couples wed from November 27 to 29. Notables include Jacob E. Enck and Mary L Dissinger, Cletus Arnold and Leah Brandt, James Werth and Mary Thome, A W Waltz and Tennie Hater, Albert H Spangler and Emma Smith, Wesley C Garloff and Mamie Delite, Annie B Eberhard and David Emerich, and John Lowe and Kate Springer. Revelries occur at St Marys and Tulpehocken parsonages and local churches with Rev. James A Heitler, Rev. Father Adam Christ, Rev. A J Kennedy, Rev. J P Smith, Rev. H J Welker, and Rev. G W Hangen officiating. Receipts note a wedding trip after a reception and varied locales including Meckville Prescott and Myerstown.

Enck Dissinger Rothville Jacob E. Enck Mt. Alry Mary L Dissinger Ieistville James A. Heitler Arnold Brandt Adam Christ St. Marys Catholic Church Cletus Arnold Leah Grande Isaac Brandt Avon Little—Brewer Werth—Thome James J. Werth Mary Thome Folin Thome St. Mary Waltz—Howse A.W. Waltz Tennle Hater Jonestown Hirisz Lehman Street J. P. Smith Albert H. Spangler Prescott Misa Emma Smith Meckville Garloff Speriffer Tulpehocken Parsonage Stoudsburg Wesley C. Garloff Mamie &. Delite Myerstown H. J. Welker Emerich—Eberhard Annie B Farmers’ Hotel G. W. Hangen U. E. Choteh Lowe

Organist’s hand squeezed in church accident

Harry J. Schools esq organist at St John’s Reformed Church narrowly escaped losing his left hand. It was caught on a lever and released by choir member Lucellus Walter. Schools could not play at Sunday services and S A McAdams stood in as organist.

Harry J. Schools, Esq St. John’s Reformed Church Lucellus Walter Mr. Schools S. A. McAdams

Pastor speaks on The Pastor in the sick Room at local meeting

Rev. A W Buck of Chestnut Street Evangelical Church read a four paper on The Pastor in the sick Room at the Lebanon Ministerial Association December meeting in the Y M C A parlors. A thorough discussion followed. Also note a local ad for Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets available at Dr Kline's and Addison Bower's drug stores in Myerstown PA.

A.W. Buck Chestnut Street The Lebanon Ministerial Association Chamberlain

Liberty Fair Arrangements Committee Elected Officers

The Liberty Fre Company set the necessary arrangements for a local fair. Officers elected include Chairman F W McAdam Treasurer Join Werner and Secretary Ralph Uhrieh. The ladies committee led by Miss Virgie Shay will hold two meetings tomorrow evening.

F.W. McAdam Werner Ralph Uhrieh Virgie Shay

Thirty Pound Turkey Delights Local Family Thanksgiving

William McDivitt and his wife at 29 South Sixth street received two thirty pound turkeys and nine pound chickens from Daniel McWilliams of Wisconsin. The turkey was prepared in Mrs. McDivitt's best style for Thanksgiving. Wr. McDivitt, Sr. of Columbia, once in charge of the puddle mill at American Iron and Steel Works, joined in the feast.

William McDivitt South Sixth Street Daniel McWilliams Wisconsin

Pennsylvania Day Observed With Historical Room Decorations

The Wo man’s club met Saturday afternoon to mark Pennsylvania Day with subject themed decorations and talks. Highlights included a rare American flag made by Lebanon’s Hadies in 1801, owned by Mrs. Martha Ross who will donate it to the Lebanon County Historical Society. Speakers covered Pennsylvania and the Quakers, historical landmarks, and Pennsylvania writers. Invitations went out for a December 13 club musicale hosted by Mrs. Helen Fox. Miss Adeline Guilford and others read papers on Deaf and Dumb Instruction and related topics.

Pennsylvania Woman's Club Ciaris Ses Adeline Guilford Mars A. Girey J. Laahed Miler Lebanon Martha Ross Lebanon Country Historical Society Ross Helen FE. Pox Cumberland Street Munday Club Helen Keller Ethel, Weldman

Alleged Burglar Caught At Pistol Point By Detective Ringler

David S Shand surrendered to police at his brother in law East Lebanon home after being cornered by Detective Ringler A gun was leveled at him as he appeared in the doorway Shand is charged with burglary and accused of robbing his brother in law John Brown Sweiger of 348 dollars An alderman arranged bail and Shand was released after waiving a hearing. another charge may follow

David Shand Ringler Lebanon David S. Shand Shand Fisher Shultz WME Opartes John Brownsweiger Alderman Smith

Deaths in Missouri and local obituaries noted

Word has arrived of the death of Adam J light of California Moniteau county Missouri a Lebanon native who lived here about 32 years He is survived by six children and a brother Henry C Light and a sister Hesse A Weber both in this city Also noted are the deaths of Charles Benney infant son of Mr and Mrs Hervey Benney of 1928 Lehman Street West Lebanon John KreiSer a North Agny ile township farmer died of typhoid fever aged 40 John Henry Kleiser died after two weeks illness at his home near Enion Water Works He was married to Mary Hitz and survived by three daughters his mother and four brothers The paper also advertises a holiday sale area for dolls toys pictures and silverware on the second floor of The Bon Ton emphasizing easier access for customers.

Adam J. Light California Moniteau County Missouri Lebanon John Kreiser John Wieler Agny Ile Untl John Henry Kleiser Enion Water Works Mary Hitz Cucrge York Molomon Bismarck Jacob Felix

Jacob Carter Suffering Stroke Like Attack at Home

Jacob Carter formerly sanitary policeman is at his Spe street home with an illness resembling a stroke or paralysis. He is reported much improved since Saturday when the ailment first appeared.

Jacob Carter Spe Street Ness

Levi Stoudt Named Foreman at Lebanon Valley Furnaces

Levi Stoudt of 215 North Twelfth Street has accepted a foreman post in the foundry department of Lebanon Valley furnaces to succeed Mahlon Webner, who recently resigned.

Levi Stoudt North Twelfth Street Thag Lebanon Valley Furnaces Mahlon Webner

Lackawanna Takeover of Cornwall Railroad Reported

The Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company, Buffalo, expected to operate the Cornwall railroad under a lease now in force. The 20 year lease commits to modernization including new casting machinery at Bird Coleman and North Cornwall furnaces and possible expansion to Colebrook. The double tracking to Lebanon was recent, with potential Cornwall and Western railroad links to Steetten as part of the plan.

Lickawanna Iron and’ Steel Company Buffalo Cornwall Lackawanna Company Lebanon County Ovens North Letanon Bird Coleman North Cornwall Furnces Colebrook Cornwall and Western Steetten Lebanon Calebrook

Street Fight Leads to Fines and Charges

Samuel Stoudt known as Jumbo and Garfield Witman fought Saturday evening at Tontit and Cumberland streets. Police summoned Witman and fined him $2.50 after a hearing. Stoudt later faced Alderman Snyder and pressed charges of assault and battery. Hearing set for Tuesday at p.m.

Samuel Stoudt Garfield Witman Tontit Cumberland Streets Stoudt Queensbury Yules Zilmerman Witman Snyder Agers Witho Assanlt

Insurance Agent Reassigned From Steelton Post

William Attick, local Metropolitan Life Insurance agent, is transferred back to Steelton after a brief stay during which he became prominently involved with key organizations. His departure is noted as a regret by associates.

Wiliam Attick Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Steelton C.N. Beck Wut

Local residents visit with friends and family

Miss Lottie Donley of Philadelphia visits her parents at 313 Walnut Street. Henry Bekkel of Philadelphia visits his mistress Mrs. G DeHuis. Tommy Retney visits his mother. Mr and Mrs Allens St Hoffer of Philadelphia return home from relatives and friends visit. Mrs Rosa Clark of Jersey City and Mrs J Henry Miller host guests in Lebanon. Luc Gewman of Mechanicsburg visits Edna and Agnes Moore. Clifford Rhonda of Philadelphia visits. Miss Emma Grotevent of Reading visits Mr and Mrs Adam Filbert in Read. Rev A M Able from Jonestown on city business. Druggist S H Messowan and wife visit Reading relatives. Tillie Hure of Womelsdorf visits city friends.

Lottie. Donley Philadelphia Daniel Donley Walnut Street Henry Bekkel Tommy Allens St Hoffer Misa Eydia Beem Lebanon Steelton Lou Beaver Chikd Reading Rosa Clark Clark Jersey City J. Henry Miller Eizhth Willow Streets Mixx Gewman Mechanicsburg Edna and Agnes Moore Spruce Street Clifford Rhonda Tetahon Knauer Emma Grotevent Readcine Adam Filbert Ninth Cumberflynd Streets A. M. Able Episcorst Church Jonestown S. Hf. Messowan Twelfth Forge

For a Bad Cold: Iain's Cough Remedy Promises Relief

A short ad style note touts Iain's Cough Remedy as a reliable medicine to ease a bad cold. It claims to soothe throat irritation and inflammation and provide healing effects, though specifics are limited.

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