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Newspaper

Lebanon Semi Weekly News

Location

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1908

Page

2

Lebanon Fire Company marks anniversary with memorial event

The Lebanon fire company hosted a commemorative gathering for its two year anniversary with speeches, decorations, and a memorial tribute to fallen firefighters. Fire Chief Hartman and state president Uhler spoke of local pride, service, and remembrance, as members and guests gathered at the hall for the program.

Fgton Wire Company Lebanon A Bane Het Headen Hartman Uhler

Ambiguous era company lists engineers and gear description

A garbled 19th century notice lists engineers, assistants, and staff names such as B. O. Hart WANy, Jeremiah Kovhs, Jett Crone, and William Saltzer. It notes possession of a one story firm hater, a Wert and Koox hose cart, and a Digess chemion enging with omen colten gear. The text implies assessments of equipment condition and company progress.

Aaadelant Treautirer F. Ers Otter B. O. Hart- Wany Jeremiah Kovhs Jett Crone Howard Nol William K. Saltzer Rufus Topple Adam Miler William Yingst Enlet Nose Direntor Spargter William ¥. Saltner Leyi Stahl Samuel Shaunaman Martin Wweagy Wiliate Trirgter Jen A. Smith George

Graves Decked With Flowers by Redick Corps Veterans

Members of the Redick Corps and veterans covered graves with flowers in Lemon Valley cemeteries. Women’s auxiliary groups and G.A.R. veterans gathered at dawn to lay blossoms on soldier graves. A procession followed, with many residents contributing bouquets and wreaths as ceremonies continued through the day. Similar tributes occurred at other county cemeteries as visitors arrived.

Hartman R. K. Ther Boston Lebanon Uhler Injivania Howe Peiure Lyon Jor Five Indies Praphopifon Music Max Sanquel Doll Thore Tony Lemon Valley Cha Guab Tey Ad G. Oa. I. Veteris Lineau

Flowers and crowds at City Markets bustle with blooms

Flower stalls drew large crowds as city markets overflowed with carnations roses week lilies and greens. Dealers reported brisk sales and many customers hurried to finish purchases before the market closed amid a lively bustle and crowded aisles.

Ton Prader Eddy Pitter IioMetoners Nora

Prominent Society Members to Host Missionary Event

Members of St Mark s Reformed church Mighth and Mifftin streets have nearly completed plans for the Woman s Missionary Society of the Reformed Church in the United States to hold its general triennial gathering in the church from June 2 to 4 inclusive A reception for delegates and friends will be held Tuesday evening at 7 o clock The address of welcome will be given by the Rev J Calvin Wisher and the response by Mrs Conrad Clever. Officers include Mrs Hoberta S Bolter president Mrs Jennie S Glover recording secretary and Mrs B J Krammer treasurer Mrs Anna L Miller statistical secretary. The program features devotional services national and foreign missions reports and talks by church leaders from Philadelphia Reading Myerstown Sendai and Pittsburg among others.

St. Mark's Soriery Hoy J. Calvin Wisher Coneregation Conrad Clever Hagerstown Mra Hoberca KR. Ila Jlaan Reading C. K. Stindl Myerstown WLDNS Day Eveneng Foreign Missions Rrev A. St. Bartholomew Board of Foreign Missions Uieyasaka Sendai Japan Mirg Lena Zauptluh Hils Sendaal Sadie Len Weidner Lilley M Powell T. WV. Brauffer Gloux City Tls Nable Silver Mas Olio Psiness Pittsburg Mateh Boof Andrews Akron Ohlo J. M. Christman

Back to Lancaster Racing Track Nears Completion

A fragment from the Lancaster New Era notes Mr. Shreve testing his string of racers at McGrath's Park near completion. The report mentions a new grounds course and shifts in training with potential fall events looming.

Rian 1 Herselly Lehane Sines McGrath's Park

The Duty of Teeth Care for a Good Look

A note urging people to prioritize dental care. It argues many ignore the simplest duty essential to good looks and cautions that neglect leads to yellowing teeth that undermine appearance.

Dentists Offer Modern Dental Care and Free Exam

A health advertisement urges timely dental visits over buying hats or clothing. It stresses proper mouth care, whitening, and children's nutrition for better development. The clinic promises enamel-safe cleaning, up-to-date crown and bridge work, and no charge for initial examination.

Last Rites for Ralph Lehman

The funeral for Ralph Lehman ten, son of Mr and Mrs Peter Lehman of 514 Hanover Street, drowned while bathing in an abandoned quarry in Independent District. Services were at 1 pm at the house with Rev Calvin Wieher of St Mark's Reform ed church officiating in English and German. Interment followed at Mt Lebanon cemetery with a brief graveside service. Pallbearers included Austin Saunt Harry Sando Noronur Keller and Karl Hartman. Relatives and friends attended.

Stalph Peter Lehman Hanover Street Calvin Wieher St. Mark's Mt. Lebanon Austin Saunt Harry Sando Noronur Keller Kart Hartman Miny Movil Teilntes Vortiu

Mansell Mare Record in Wilson Trophy Shoot

George Tinsell returned home after four days at Bradford and a strong showing against top state shooters. In the Wilson trophy shoot between seven entrants, he placed third as David Hurl of Sunny tied for the lead, but Hurl won decisively.

Treorge Tinsell Tora Wirksian Bradford Itn Siuet Saainst Wits Amon Whey Vie David Hurl Suntuey

Suspect Charged With Health Rules Violations

Daniel Wilhelm of North London Berry township was arrested on Friday on charges of violating health regulations and resisting officers during his discharge arraigned before Ab devin Gerberieh. He offered to plead to a set sentence which was accepted, with Louis J. Palmer of Philadelphia prosecuting and Warren OG. Light serving as counsel for Wilhelm.

Suvi Daniel Wilhel Daniel Wilhelm North London Erry Priday Fenrth Abdevin Gerberieh Wilhelm Louis J. Palmer, Esq Philadelphia Warren OG. Light

Mrs Strickler Visits Parents on Memorial Day

Mrs. Strickler wife of Dr Gea Strickler formerly of Lebanon and Reading arrived Friday evening to spend Memorial Day with her parents Mr and Mrs Cornelius Grumbein.

Mayor's Good Citizenship Speech at City League Meeting

Rev J J Aynson and Maj J P Moyer spoke at the League of Good Citizenship gathering in the courthouse marking the term’s end. Mayor George B Marquart received an ovation after praising student efforts, a garden bouquet was presented, and Memorial Day reflections followed with a young chorus led by Miss Cora B Nortman.

League of Good Citizenship Une Wesney Court House Washington Franklin, Burrowes and Garfield Woman's Club League Victor Ebersale Company 7 Marguerite Milter Hyon John L. Rockey Elih Micething U Rockey Stuart Miss Miller George B. Marquart Audienet Free Meine Cora B. Nortman Garfield Building J. P. Moyer Warriors’ Trust Company Lex Sons Sehont Gardens Mise Moyer J. Leonard Hyson Fourth Street Presbyterian Shurch Hanks Compauny 7 Tose Pweeng Ata Matthes Womain’s Club Pluzaes Hockey Eee Junges Tim Gardies Waoman Etal Pn

Post Office Employee Versus Pennsylvania Concentrator Set for Tuesday Night

After five postponements the baseball game between the Post Office Employee team and Pennsylvania Concentrator is scheduled for next Tuesday evening on Pennsylvania Concentrator grounds at Fourteenth and Viehman Streets. First pitch at 5 o'clock.

Post Office Pennsylvania Fourteenth Viehman Streets

Runaway horse and wagon bolts on Eighth Street

A horse tied to a wagon carrying a large glass show case bolted from Nutting s building toward Eleventh Street. Bystanders halted the runaway at Chestnut Street with help from the wagon owner, the contents remaining undisturbed as the animal was brought under control.

Iday Tove Eighth Street Ween Cumberland and Chestnut Nuttings Elehth Street Cheatnut Street

Transfer Exercises Set for City Grammar Graduates

One hundred graduates will take part in the annual transfer exercises of the city grammar grade. Due to limited seating in the high school assembly room, admission on Wednesday evening November 10 will be by card. Each graduate will receive four tickets for family and relatives, with extra tickets for teachers and board members.

Ion Board of Control

Sunday School Institute Held at Walmer's Church

Over 2000 delegates and visitors attended the Union Sunday School Institute at Walmer's Church in the Mast Hanover and Jonestown district on Ascension Day. President Edward Shuey led the forenoon session, with Rev. O G Romig conducting devotions and officers elected. Lectures by James Ohn and Revs Leinbach and Romig covered Sunday school attendance and Christian life.

J. 4. Dotter D. B. Shhuey G. W. Wallner James Ohn Lickdale H. Wb. Leinbach G.omig Rontig W. J. Erdman D. K Germantown Tey. H. If. Lelbach Jonestown B. E. McCurdy Lebanon

Philadelphia Visitors Stay Overnight in Lehutan Street Visit

Philadelphia visitors Misses Kathryn Stiles Florence Rems and Katherine Wellsworth arrived Friday evening to visit Mr and Mrs Schrepp of 105 Lehutan street and will remain over Sunday.

Kathryn Stiles Florence Rems Katherine Wellsworth Philadelphia Fiere Both Schrepp Lehutan Street

State to build 21,996 feet of new Lebanon area highways

Lebanon county will gain more than four miles of state funded road work under a 21,996 foot project. The routes include 1,081 feet from Lebanon to Phiegrave near Kimmerling's Church to the Bethel township line, 8,500 feet to Fredericksburg, and 7,445 feet from the Lebanon city area to North Annville township. Bids for contracts will be opened after June 24 in Harrisburg. specifications are available at Harrisburg and the Lebanon county commissioners office.

Pennsylvania Lebanon County Bununer Joseph W. Tranter Lebanon Phiegrave Kimmerling’s Church Bethel Township Fredericksburg Grantville Annville Hunter Harrisburg Lebanon County Commission Hilt Juan Thorne

Keystone Furniture Company Property Sold at Public Sale

Sheriff Gerhart conducted a public sale of Keystone Furniture Company property on Saturday at the Warerooms on Nitta and Scull streets. A large crowd attended as secondhand furniture was auctioned, with Samuel Romberger serving as auctioneer. Michael Dissinger, former proprietor, left the premises Friday with his family to reside at The Heients.

Keystone Furniture Company Sheriff Gerhart Nitta and Scull Streets Second Wand Samuel Romberger Michael Dissinger Heients

Memorial Day Travel Draws Hundreds From Lebanon Area

Memorial Day weekend drew hundreds of residents from Lebanon and surrounding areas as many left Friday through Sunday to visit relatives and friends. Extra coaches were added by the New York and Philadelphia flyers Friday night, with enhanced service and security this morning to handle the crowd.

Lebanon New York Philadelphia Flyers

Relative of Davis Arrives for Visit in Lebanon

JT A Davis a former Lebanon resident now in Philadelphia for ten years arrived Friday to spend days with his wife's parents Mr and Mrs Dunit on South Fourth street. Mrs Davis and two children have been here for several weeks, Mr Davis was met here for four years.

JT. A. Davis Lebanon Philadelphia Dunit South Fourth Street Davis David

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