29 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Lebanon Semi Weekly News
Location
Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1902
Page
1
A romantic wedding story centers on Edward Mellman traveling to Cooma for a bride. The ceremony unites two families with a traditional reception, highlighting vows, outfits, and community celebration.
Edwant Meingin, a well known changemaker of slavery, and Sin Mie Witte Hartwan of Columbia were married at the home of Mrs. Witte Hartwan. The ceremony, by Pastor George Bormregan, was private with a few friends present.
Weather report notes an unusual cold spell with low temperatures across regions. Observers report a mid afternoon reading around 34 degrees and a subsequent drop toward 24 degrees, with forecasts suggesting near 60 degrees later, amid shifting conditions.
A fire destroyed the Crotting store late Sunday, causing extensive damage. Reports indicate a young brakeman involved in the incident led to inquiries, with authorities assessing the accident’s details at Jonestown and related sides.
Fire struck a block including a frame building on Toran street causing widespread damage. Citizens formed a bucket brigade and saved a hotel area. losses estimated around 45 000 dollars with little insurance. Firemen, aided by volunteers, kept the blaze from spreading to stables and lumber destined for George Greiner’s project. The scene remained dangerous until near daylight with efforts continuing to prevent rekindling.
The article describes calendar distribution and a rush for the sought after calendars. It notes buyers in the city, two per room, with some targets paying higher prices this year and freight costs affecting reception. It mentions storage concerns, community figures, and a report on a wealthy financial condition within the congregation.
The fragmentary OCR describes a late trip incident involving Good Samaritan figures, Wesley Oakuta, and a team effort amid confusion. It mentions a cat, a treks under pole constraints, a bishop and Oskum's aid, a left leg injury, and a 29-year-old man named Bigot amid Sunday events.
Extensive improvements by the PL Rathway and Platadelsia ant Leadtoe rail line aim to ease congestion at the denrstowe section along Letoon Fremont. The new track layout on both sides of the station will provide better freight and passenger movement, benefiting merchants and travelers.
An OCR degraded item mentions ill patients and medical issues. Names and places are garbled, with references to stroke and paralysis. Some individuals and addresses appear jumbled, hindering clear extraction of events or outcomes.
A damaged text describes a silver service presented to Mr and Mrs Young in a hotel suite. It mentions a Bible and a church group, with incomplete names and garbled phrases. The item was reportedly gifted as a token, with some references to tea and ceremonial elements.
A masquerade party at Welant Street Friday honored Miss Mary Lack the daughter of Mr and Mrs Luther P Lack. Guests from nearby areas attended. The teens enjoyed the themed dances and costumes. Ele Bent served refreshments during the evening.
Officers Elders Howard, Kobe, Nerem. Trustees Joba UW, Matthews. secretary James W Kaeser. treasurer J H Trees were installed January 2 at a service. The annual accounts and expenditures were reported as satisfactory and approved.
Commissions for new local officials including recorder and clerks noted. John A. Cook, station master, plans a trip, visiting old friends after leaving Fredericksburg. Turkeys gifted to an employer at a Fredericksburg factory. Mrs Aller presented a Christmas turkey to a worker. Constable Fisher remains ill with kidney trouble and concerns arise about a public inspection.
Reported Saturday morning a serious accident occurred near Sand HAL involving John Steckbeck and Wan. The pair suffered head injuries with a concussion and were transported to Dr. Glyntoger’s facility for treatment.
A sizeable land transaction is reported involving thirty five acres in Werth Lebaron Township priced at 329.375. The deed was executed on December 2 and traces back to an original 15 acre tract in Delman townelit Lancaster county with historic Stoever executors and a parcel once valued at 700 pounds in gold or silver.
The Haymekers crowd to popularity with bookings listed for January and February at Mystic Chain Daughters of Noon and Welmer works venues. February 24 shows a sailor act at the Mayport factory with other events planned for February and March as bands eye Allentown and nearby towns.
A historical notice highlights a sharp rise in United States iron and steel output. The year’s pig iron reach 17,500,000 tons, up nearly 11% from last year, with total steel and front products value surpassing any prior decade. The United Kingdom and Germany trails in combined output, while the United States leads global production after years of rapid growth.
Modern Woodmen of America elected officers Friday evening. John Ti Borghter named counsel and adviser John Durbar, treasurer Willian E Borer, clerk J. Henry Heriyn, Ina Dennis, Milear manager, and Nobert Holtz. Swatara Tribe pays widow benefits. Ida Hipp receives $150 for Elsworth Hipp. Visiting Pottsville: William Hartan travels to Fotyville to guest at Frank Hounpat’s theatre manager role.
Fifteen tons of Lykens valley coal will be distributed among families affected by the recent-A Austricia Iron and steel works explosion. The coal was purchased by the city public school teachers, under Supt Anams direction. Orders for 250 pounds of coal will be sent to Gumiles for delivery to Iknerr and Bowman.
Isabh Wenger of Swatara township tracked a thief Friday after potats and over $200 worth of goods were stolen from his mill. About 27 bushels of potatoes and a milk shoe making supply were taken, valued at $1.90 per bushel. Wenger suspects guilty parties and has asked authorities to help ferret out the perpetrators. Wenger runs a bakery in the city.
Alderman Miller holds Harry J Miller and William Pretus for court on a gambling charge in West Lebanon. Constable J W Douliower reports arrests of John Snyder George Berkreiser Israr Maol Hutos Shelley Willan Weaver Gee White and Charles Krause. Hearing set for pars 5 at ? p m. Arresting officer Detective Satiuzatm.
Wedded ceremonies unfold as Reigel Slannut and Misa Syanguth wed in a city ceremony witnessed by Meladives and Irene. Hicks-Firestine unite Geo Hicks and Ella Wrrestine at Avon. Rev. Schantz preaches the funeral of Rev. Horne in Allentown. Robert Royer ships canine shipments to Providence. Lebanon sailor James Guare aboard the new Maine at League Island Navy Yard.
The notice promotes a range of medical devices including fountain syringes and atomizers with Dr Geo Ross and Co. listed at Opp Court, Lebanon, Pennsylvania, as suppliers. It implies broad availability of hot water bottles and related items amid unclear text.
A large crowd gathered Saturday to honor Mr. and Mrs. Stapvon celebrating their silver wedding anniversary at home on South Second Street. Guests included Rev. C Lee Gaul, Rev. A Arthur, Mr Ed Bolingeworth, Anna Zartman, Ella Kelly, and many others from Philadelphia Newark Sharon Myerstown and beyond.
Birthday party honors Tra F Yeagley with friends at Wibonte North Qors- Wwoll. Guests attended a festive dinner decorated with flowers before departing by train to Lebanon. Reading visitors Harry W Frantz and Issac Frantz from Heading plan New Year holidays with relatives. Dr Kremer and L W Woodruff host holiday guests in the city. Marriage license clerk Kochender aims to beat yearly record by issuing six licenses before year end. 412 licenses granted so far, 15 issued last week.
Near Annville a Sunday morning wreck occurred at about 7 o’clock. A rear-end collision caused a car to back off on a split, with a passenger rendered unconscious. Authorities noted the incident as a quarry near the stone lending area before the error was noticed.
An obituary notes the death of a 67 year old woman at 73 North Tenth Street after a illness, with survivors including George Harry Edward William and Kate, plus church membership. Other items include a charity entertainment at Cappt Entertaints with Miss Mary and George Mitchal, a lunacy adjudication for Ephriam Kreider, a Christmas tree fire at Palmyre, and a Reading brakeman Harry Lengi injured at hospital in Reading.
Fragmentary obituary notes the death of Amelle E He at Jonestown. Survived by bereaved family and friends, with a brief mention of a cooky and a cooky at man. The readable lines indicate a life remembered by loving friends.
The report lists funerals for Mrs Wenja min Swanger and infant child of Mr and Mrs John Lazonjak with services at St Marys Catholic church and St Mark's Reformed church, plus interment in Zion and North Cornwall. It notes transfers in realty on North Tenth street and Weidman street, and a burn accident at Emora furnace involving A Lincoln Taciady. undertakers H Steiner and OBrien involved.
A fragmented report from a local court lists officers and witnesses in a delinquent case. The document names J. Sfonrie Moke and WWIGLiere bis, with references to Westie fur a Blan pis tegm and Piet cuief. Names and roles appear garbled, but the piece centers on a municipal proceeding and involved parties.
Snow blankets the area with several inches as sleighing and skating captivate residents. A timely rescue on North Eighth Street saved a woman and child from a runaway team. Orthography note corrects Edward Wunderlich’s name. Real estate transfers show Rebecca A. Deene selling land to A. Biller in Bethel town. The paper hints at a sensational anecdote about a celebrated married woman and a distant promise to reveal a name warns of a forthcoming installment.
Letters testamentary were granted today for the estate of Catherine Wisher of North Lebanon Township. The probate action proceeded in the local courthouse with the filing indicating the deceased's residence and date of death.
Galen Hoover, superintendent, received a refined rocking chair from school members at Chestnut Street school Christmas gathering. His wife, identified as Mrs Hoover, was given a handsome dish set. George Bade, the janitor, was presented with a large envelope containing a sum noted as about $08.
The Methodist Episcopal churches plan special Watch Night services as the Philadelphia conference nears. At midnight December 31 subscriptions to the 20 million fund will stop, with pledges completed to raise every dollar of the goal. Dr J P Miller and Rev EH Mills describe the effort as nearly complete, with final announcements and praise services in churches across the colony. CoC John K Trattman of Frederick is in the city on business.
Friday afternoon a man was walking alone on the sidewalk in front of the Seas of Anerfea when he fell and severely injured a bystander. The incident involved So pl Krause of 723 Cheatmut Avenue meandering and Gerberich, both noted in the report.
The Sheree Brothers band, formed recently at Carpbellius, visited the city on Friday playing disconisidy ng beat selections. The group numbers 18 members and is led by John Sherer.
County Register Harts granted letters testamentary today for the estate of Adam Fortna, late of this county. The proceeding names Lelytiton Forten and identifies the administrator to manage the estate and settle outstanding affairs.
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