13 Jun 1901
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Newspaper
Lebanon Semi Weekly News
Location
Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1901
Page
1
A fragmentary OCR item mentions a name sequence and phrases likely from a multilingual context. The readable portion references individuals and places in a vague civic or personal notice style, but lacks a clear event, date, or outcome to anchor a fuller summary.
An unclear Monday event on the Lebanon Willey railway between Amnyilla and Palmyrs ended when a plempesque wantryman halted the car and shut off power. A misheard exchange followed about a John and Sam, with the conductor continuing the run after pulling the gong cord. The attempted arrest or identification of Conductor Lowr remains undisclosed.
The Lebanon furnaces advance with key improvements in central Pennsylvania. Two new blowing tines have been installed with one nearly finished and the other in early erection. Southwark company of Philadelphia handles the work. Rebuilding of ore roaster sections continues, with three more underway. Twelve sections planned for completion. The plant aims to embody advanced roasting ideas from practical experience.
A large crowd gathered Tuesday evening to congratulate Joan H Dewmler on his 40th birthday. Hosts Mr and Mrs Demier and guests enjoyed an elegant supper, music by the Liberty band, and ample decorations, with many neighbors sending best wishes and gifts.
Rebecca Brandt of the city filed information before Alderman R L Miller charging Irwin T Miller of 420 Maple Street with assault and battery He alleges the defendant struck her in the face attempted to choke her and broke a pair of glasses valued at 10 The case was issued to County Attorney Tax on National Banks The First National Lebanon National Peoples National and Farmers National banks must pay a 1 percent tax on the average amount of currency issued by each monthly The decision is by the commissioner of internal revenue made on Wednesday this week.
A local gathering at arbhory hall featured Amanda Peters, Margaret Shannon, and Marie Schugne, aided by a Sanday heliod chem, delivering a successful service. The Liberty band, led by J. Foose, provided music while congregants from Trinity Lutheran contributed about $49. A donor from 400 North W Street helped cover expenses.
George Umbenben, Jackson township's oldest grammer school teacher, retires after 48 consecutive terms all but one in Jackson township. He aimed for 60 terms, praised by the board for valued work, noted as a church organist and mentor to Myerstown residents who pursued clergy, medicine, or teaching. He began teaching in 1860s, served as intermediate and grammar school leader, and helped shape Myerstown education and community life.
A garbled note hints at a learning program and paged training efforts to shape future skills. It mentions lessons from hardship and a focus on practical progress through structured guidance.
Obituary notes the sudden death of William P. Tider a well known medical figure at 14 Norte Tenth hivee, with his body found at 230 o elock near a factory area. Survived by wife Leah and daughter, plus many siblings and colleagues who recount his devout family life and long service in Meadow Bank community. Degrees for Two Ministers also reported with Franklin and Marshall College awarding A M jenhrse and Dr Laurensinger to ministry leaders.
Smoke was seen in Statwberry alley near Ninth Street with no injuries reported. Firefighters from Union Fire Company quickly extinguished flames using hose lines as responders secured the scene at Adem McConnell's residence area.
A custody fight over two children proceeds with attorney Mabel Fe and Lester Keiser representing the plaintiffs. Kreiner, the mother, seeks proper guardianship while Judge Ebreard will hear the habeas corpus proceedings on the 18th. The case names Adolf Adame and others as participants in the proceedings.
Miles W. Banerk announces tomorrow's Bon Ton sale featuring about a dozen corset covers in three kinds: one with face insertion details, one with embroidery and inserting, and a bayadere inserting novelty. Prices set at 50u, with Saies to Sie. Banerk registered at the Engle hotel.
Citizens of South Annville seek to form a new township, separating from Annville and using the Berks and Dauphin turnpike to the Quittapahilla. The plan relies on the 1890 act to create a first class township with elected commissioners and officeholders serving without salary.
A local outing and banquet occurred at Ceorum Park with the Inlies and many residents attending the South Ejshts market House event. The event featured an elegant hangings to honor the company and a day spent boating and enjoying amusements. Attendees included Mrs Edwin G. Frantz and numerous named locals. the Palmyra sanitary leader reported smallpox cases were limited and under control with quarantines in place.
A group of 24 members from Camp S81 F. OS Ay formed a new musical organization named Comp gS nim evips. Latze bass drum and cymbals were received from an eastern firm. Leader Harvey Mower, formerly of Sehwinkitl county, will lead the drum corps. The unit plans uniforms and a trip to Havisboro for a parade and performance.
Graduating exercises were private at St Marys Catholic parish St Josephs hall with Mother Nachuel in charge. Miss Margaret Nutter Miss Elizabeth Brenenth and others performed music including a Nocturne and a Sonate while medals were presented for outstanding work. The event closed with thanks from Te among attendees and a note on future exhibitions at the home of Mother Nachuel.
President Roop presents honors to graduates at Lebanon Valley College ceremony. Faculty, dignitaries, and students gather as diplomas are awarded and the college acknowledges achievements in a formal spring event.
Commencement exercises held at Aniiville morning with senior class reception tonight and a successful annual concert in the Conservatory of Music. President Roop led the chapel service at Levanon Valley College, with trustees reelecting faculty and outlining staff appointments and classes for the new year.
A lengthy case details Henry S Hellman against Lebanon and Annville Street Railway, the approval by Governor Stoo Feiday ignt, and a challenge to rights to traverse and divert land along a turnpike. The decision centers on whether the act of 18 d allowed rail construction on public highways and the resulting implications for abutting landowners and property rights. The piece notes local legal figures and a public works context alongside a Lebanon high school graduation photograph and a rising water supply report.
J G Adams attorney asks Lebanon County for view and report on replacing a foot bridge over Swatara creek near Lickdale. Petition cites repeated ice damage and heavy cost, seeks action by county commissioners to address public travel risk and townships’ burden.
Funeral services for Harvey Long, a young man who died in a railway accident near Reading, were conducted at the Church of Poor by Rev. John Herring. A large attendance followed by burial at Tehanon cemetery. Firing squad details and floral tributes noted, with local police and officials announcing July 3 and 4 restrictions on fireworks and cannon use in the city.
Prof Charles K Witmer and Prov Witmer are mentioned in a sketchy note about years of study and a shift from Burning to Lancaster. It suggests intent to pursue legal training at Marshall College and potential bar admission after studying at the University of Central.
Parmers Sank Front Complete and Hartlich and Bro undertake major projects placing in position structures for a national sale on Cumberland Street. Indiana Geaizn notes this as a strong architectural initiative, with Cornwall Ann School Buildings advancing, four walls for a new high school rising near the Methodist church. The city records contracts for stone work and sewer improvements, while Spuyd foreman leads teams on telecommunication and municipal work, signaling broad civic progress and convenience for residents.
A tennis court completion in Tumby Street, Sard ot Secoml, is near final. The surface is sodded and planted, with the court now neatly finished and ready for use.
Ulrich and Delongw will attend a celebration marking the two hundredth anniversary of the college founding. The event runs during the first four days of the week starting October 21 with the class of ved expecting to participate.
Jacob H. Eight and wife E Kreits transfer ownership of a house and property in Gonnkdoratsn, this city, to the new buyers. The filing records indicate a real estate transfer and involve local property dispute context.
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