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Newspaper

Lebanon Semi Weekly News

Location

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1908

Page

4

Memorial Day Exercises Lead Parade Through Pleasant Weather

Memorial day exercises conducted Saturday by the local Grand Army Posts drew a large, dignified parade under sunny skies. Mayor Marquart and Police Chief Zimmermann led the procession, followed by Sedgwick Camp and the G A R posts, with hundreds of Civil War veterans marching and a carriage audience featuring Rev. Leonard Hynson. The Foreign Service men and Boys Brigades added strong displays, creating an observance praised for its size and pageantry despite earlier weather concerns.

Grand Army Pastis CTU Marquart Chile John G. Zimmerman Sedgwick Camp, Sons of Veterans Guard of Honor A. D. Roth C. R. Lants Divi Leonard Hynson Sophia Iiboden Foreign Service MIEN

Thieves Enter Myr Allen Home in Jonestown Loot $75

Thieves entered the home of Myr and Mrs Allen in Jonestown on Saturday evening between 7:20 and 8:00 o clock and took $75 in cash. The money included no ten dollar bill, one ten dollar gold piece, and the rest in five dollar gold pieces. The Blgnch family was at a meeting when the theft occurred and Mr. touch noticed the rear and upstairs doors open, then found all bureau drawers ransacked and the money missing.

Myr Allen iWloud Jonestown Ouch

New Store Front Placed at Reinhart Property North Ninth

Whitney contractor faced a force at work tearing out the front of the William A Reinhard property on North Ninth near Willow to insert a new store front. The building formerly housed Andrew Moore 492 restaurant and now will be converted into a sizeable store for Mr Reinhard's plumbing business.

Whitney William A. Reinhard North Ninth Street Willow Andrew Moore Weinhard

Noisy Fourth for Lebanon Stalled by Mayor’s Firework Ban

Lebanon plans for an unusually quiet Fourth of July as Mayor Mar uart orders suppress fireworks and explosives. Merchants hesitate to stock any fireworks and two agents selling explosives report low business and uncertainty about enforcement. Residents may need to travel outside Lebanon to obtain permitted items, with even small firecrackers likely scarce inside city limits.

Lebanon Nyort Maruart Muetz

Seidels Attend Trial for Forged Firm Name Readiness

Harper Seidel and Juan Seidel of Marysville travel to appear at the trial of Daniel Carmichael charged with forging a firm's name on a check in a te lorious transaction. J Harper Seidel is a former city resident and son of the late John L B Seidel, once a forge operator whose family lived at Fente and Cumberland. His business partner accompanies him as a cousin.

Harper Seidel Juan Seidel Marysville Turial Daniel Carmichael Carmicasel J. Harper Seidel John LB. Seidel Fente Cumberland Streets Seidel Fartner

Newspaper man Chester Godahalk on tour through town

Chester Godahalk, once tied to a local paper and now a co owner of the Enzbethhtown Herald, passed through Saturday en route to Richland. He spent the day and Sunday visiting his parents and relatives and friends.

Chester Godahalk Enmzabethtown Herald Richland

Successful festival tea party at Jubestown Lutheran society

The Lairtaeray mite society held a Sunday tea event in Caup's vacant store room, reporting a successful raffle and about $10 raised for church activities.

Lutheran Mite Society Jonestown Lairtaeray Mite Society Jubestown Lutheran Evens Caup

Purchases Large Bus for Depot Route Change

W. Oh. Winterleiter, a mail carrier operating to and from the depot, has purchased a large bus used to convey passengers. The vehicle commenced service on Saturday at Jonestown, providing freight and passenger transportation for the first time.

W. OH. Winterleiter Jonestown

Two Teens Arrested For Drinking And Reckless Driving

Two young men were arrested Sunday for being under the influence of liquor and driving recklessly. They were arraigned before Mayor Marquari, with fines of five dollars each.

Quen Beta Marquari Opal

Brandt Home Entertains Friends in North Tenth Visit

A Saturday issue misstated that Mr and Mrs Jacob M Brandt of 849 North Tenth agtreat entertained friends Friday evening at their home.

Jacob M. Brandt North Tenth Agtreat

Golden Wedding Celebration for Mr and Mrs See

The golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. See of Myerstown was celebrated on Sunday with relatives and friends at the See residence. The home was decorated with roses and ribbons. They were married May 27, 1858. Mr. See is president of Myerstown National Bank. Guests included Mrs. Amelia Shaffner George Shaffner Mrs. Laying Fidler Mr. and Mrs George Horst Dr M H Miller Miss Luella Motin Miss Katherine Shaffer Mrs Jerome Behney and others from Myerstown Tolon Deposit Reading.

Richard J. See Myerafowah See Hhe Myerstown National Bank Tia Town Amelia Shiaffner George Shaffner Laying Fidler Ilost Jerks County George Horst Od. Miller Luella Motin Katherine Shaffer Jerome Behney Myerstown Sapah Horst Tolon Deposit Mes. F. Is Moho Reading

Bethel Volunteer Fire Company Petition Filed

A petition was filed for the incorporation of the Bethel Volunteer Fire Company of Bethel. Membership is limited to young men of 11 years and over. The company has no capital stock and its members will perform duties as volunteer firemen in the territory. Funds are to be raised by dues fees and assessments. No intoxicating drinks may be on the premises. Corporators include R Klinger M Schielitzer E M Wilne and others with trustees listed as Messie Kine and Budver.

Bethel Volunteer Ire Company Bethel R. Klinger M. Schieltzer M. Wilne GC. C Qolerians P. A. Schnoke R. Kole Isaac Bary I, Aaber Jacob Swope Jacob M. Kohr, Sr St. PL

Willow Hotel Change A. Reinoehl Takes Over Willow Street

Reinoehl and Tollman now lead the Willow hotel on Willow street after Bollinvatt sells his stake this afternoon. Transfer of the license will be applied for soon and a new proprietor will take charge in ten days or two weeks. Reinoehl has long experience in hotel business and has been associated with Tollman and Bowman's interests in the Willow establishment.

J. Hauer Reinoehl Jon A. Tollman Willow Hotel Willow Street Bollinvatt Reinoeht M. Bright Philadelphi Tollman Houghe A. GC Bowman

Bonner Brier Cottage Christmas Gathering Noted

At Bonner Brier Cottage friends and relatives entertained by Mamated Afig and AL RR Coghey on December Day at Honnie Brier Mount Givethit. Willian Bittle of Cresgora, cousin to Mrs. Cooney, is currently a student at a business college in Lancaster.

Coghey Honnie Brier Mt Givethit Willian Bittle Cresgora Cooney Bittle Business College Lancaster

Assumed His Duties at Fortstown Office

Robert Brandt, former billing clerk at the United States press office, has been tendered the position of agent at Fortstown on Sunday morning. He officially assumed the new duties.

Robert Brandt United States Hix Press Ffottstowan del Fer Eity Thik Ioelling Porniwlly Mle Dew

Sunday School Ponto at UHM Reeformed Church

Sunday school of the United Hm Reeformed church decides to hold its services on Saturdays. The grove adjoining the church will host a band to provide music for the day.

UHM Reeformed Aneh Ifiitolah Amiusie

Annual Love Frasd Love Feast at Weugert Farm

The annual love feast of the United Zion children will be held at the Adam H. Weugert farm near Hellmandale on June 10 and 01. Ministers from Lebenot Dauphin and Lancaster counties will attend.

United Zion Children Adam H. We Ugert Hellmandale Lebenot Dauphin Lancaster

Death of John N Sherk Two Year Old Son

John N Sherk Jr died after a week long illness leaving a widowed family in Myerstown. He was the couple's only child. Funeral arrangements were set for tomorrow at the Sherk residence at College and Main streets with services to follow locally.

N. Sherk John N. Sherk Myerstown Sherk College Main Streets Pelynte

Kareh Sighting Ties City Native to Pittsburg Regiment

Joseph Kareh, once a city resident now living in Pittsburg, spent Saturday visiting Cumberland Street near Ninth. He serves as quartermaster and holds a commission as captain in the Eighteenth Regiment, Nov Po, of Pittsburg.

Joseph Kareh Pittsburg Lt Kareh Cumberland Street Ninth Kareh Wolda

Philadelphia Surgeon’s son near death after eye operation

Dr Guy Gerberich of Philadelphia, son of State Senator D. El Gerberich, underwent an eye surgery for a hose defect. He suffered a hemorrhage at his boarding house and lost about two quarts of blood over six hours. Parents were notified, Father traveled to Philadelphia, Mother remained by his side. He is improving but too weak for removal from the bedside. Friends wish him a speedy recovery.

Guy Gerberich Br. D. EL Gerberich North Seventeenth Street Philadelphia Posey Trevel

Thugs Rob William Glore in Lebanon Street Attack

The account describes the robbery and assault on William Glore on Hust Mifflin Street in Lebanon. Victim details indicate bruising and evidence challenges, with the assailants allegedly using violence and disguises during the incident.

Bar Clerks and Megas Meet in Weeknight Clash

Bar clerks face off against Megas in a local league tilt described with vivid but unclear OCR text. The standings and exact scorers are not fully readable, but the event centers on a weekday game featuring the two teams and their efforts on the court.

Paxes for tous due at County Treasurer office

SPECILE NOURE, Al Mercantile "Paxes for tous" are due wid nust be paid at the oft fice of the County Treasurer, bee fore July, 14s. OL GHIYTINGER, Treasurer BOW-6-yt When you speak lghtly to the same you should weigh your words.

OL Ghiytinger

Rifle matches at Mount Gretna plan boosts training benefits

An article outlines the coming Nathanny Guard of Pennsylvania annual rifle meets at Mount Gretna starting August 3 under General Inspector duties. It introduces junior teams to widen participation, lists match formats, prizes, and the senior and junior team compositions to expand sharpshooting skills across regiments and cavalry units.

Ninety Third Infantry Noted in Saturday News

Major P J Mark reports the Ninety Third Infantry played a prominent role in recent engagements. The piece cites Major Mark as a former member of the pallant regiment and recalls his participation in the memorable actions.

Pbie Geroubt

Residents Entertained Guests Near Mt Zion

A social note lists numerous visitors hosted by Mr and Mrs Wills Brandt one mile east of Mt Zion on Sunday. Names include Mabel Brandt Michael Webbert Frank Webbert Edith Ttrand Howard Brandt Nora Brandt and many others from Lebanon Hebron North Cornwall Mt Etna and surrounding areas.

Onde Mes Ving Bennedi Wills Brandt Mt. Zion Mabel Brandt Michael Webbert Whe Frank Webbert Edith Donn Ttrand Howard Brandt Nora Brandt Tarry Denning Hamlin Daniel W. Brandt Dana Brandt Martin Brandt Killinger Mizebeth Mover Lebanon Joseph Th. Snyder Mabel Snnyder Hebron Coeare Strnvely Cleona Marey Kier North Cornwall Wilgon Hower Mt. Etna Lleney Spang. Wy Maeratowas Wallan

Annual Meeting of German Baptists In Illinois Trip

German Baptists in the region prepare to attend their annual gathering with brethren from across the United States, to be held this year in Illinois. The western delegation left Harrisburg this morning aboard a New York flyer excursion train, with members boarding at Lehigh Valley stations on the route to Allentown and elsewhere. Other large delegations are scheduled to depart this week, with many more from the county expected to travel.

United States Minois West Selegation Harrisburg New York Flyer Kts Lehigh Valley Railroad Churea Toval Here Allentown

Memorial Day remarks at Trinity Lutheran church service

Rev Lundt spoke after Hoon and addressed Memorial Day during Bible class and Sunday school at Trinity Lutheran. Ch Mid winter Sunday session opens next Sunday at 9:14 a.m. Morning Holy Communion will be observed. A short memorial service was held Sunday evening.

Ton. C.K. Lunt Hoon Trinity Lutheran Church Lundt

Rioting disturbance on Tijmbertaut Street ends with arrests

Police quelled a street disturbance on Tijmbertaut Street near Penta Saturday evening after a halt at about a elock. Four young men were arrested and detained for questioning. Prisoners claim innocence while a local resident was knocked down during the melee. Mayor Margarth commented on the incident.

Apanenke Mes Ely Halt Tijmbertaut Street Penta Melaugh- Ny Dlaime Wad Sadi VoWak Marghart Suhay

Missing in Indiana: Mrs. Gli Sholey’s Progcott Visit

Fragmentary OCR notes report Mrs. Gli Sholey of Progcott planning a stay of about sixty weeks with various names and fleeting references to relatives, finances, and duties, but the text remains garbled and unreadable in key details. The fragment mentions a trip, a date, and several local names, suggesting a long absence and related arrangements.

Going to Dr Easey and Brunt of Summer Visits

Miss Moy Snatvedy of Pharmadate WI roams for Hindaon flights and plans a summer trip. Ho Weiwrding drotge Mra Bore, the Hroprhetress, is an nail oot Miss say ily.

Moy

Grade Ate Receptival Mish Mabeth Woudringphauir

Students will recite their pledges and oath of office at Albright College under the direction of Miss Fisthen M. ierndig. Ceremony details include the date and attendees from the AY OW OD Lines group.

Mish Day Credita Albright Callegi Maerstowh Mise Fisthen M. Ierndig

Egged O4-the getting hot Beat it to a police man

Ambiguous fragment indicates a disturbance with a person telling a police officer to leave or back off. No clear names, locations, or dates. Details are insufficient to confirm event type, involved parties, or outcome.

Bricklayers Hired for Northampton National Bank Building

Easton men Iyi Price George Shuapean and George Boyer went to Aston this morning to start work on the Northampton National Bank building erection.

Iyi Price George Shuapean George Boyer Aston Northampton National Bank

Daniel Carmichael Guilty to Three Forgery Charges

Daniel Carmichael of Dauphin County was found guilty on three forgery charges in a trial at the June term. The case involved forging and passing checks drawn on Albert Wage of Pilanm and a contract related to a company deal. Carmichael admitted involvement and cited prior forgery in another county. Witnesses included former Assemblyman Seidel and others. William C. Myers, postmaster of Aix-Postimony, was named on the grand jury.

Uuniel Carmichael Dauphin County Gauf Carmichael Albert Wage Pilanm Wout and Low’ Company Qu Carmichael Servall Sr Seidel Don Seidel Vile Poreman Aix-Postimaster William C. Myerstown Dr. G. de North George Werner Thomas Begardner Phi Fuller Baraka I House A. Stewart al Milton Rose A. Spang Dawson W. Light H. Killinger Benjamin J. @araart Anais Barhart J. Shooly Uuieu Lloyd Capp Us cHy Cupp Warda Aggressor Ragk- Biskel Esd Pennsylvania Steak Company Justity CL Caen Agonged True Biills Lloyd Cappi

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