14 Jun 1900
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Newspaper
Lebanon Semi Weekly News
Location
Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1900
Page
1
A cryptic OCR fragment titled Fah Gue Grpergens De Manda War reveals scattered phrases and names. The unreadable text hints at a historical dispute or event with unclear context and missing dates, leaving researchers to piece together possible connections between people and places mentioned.
Fragmented text discusses polygamy rumors and social scandal in Newark. Mentions multiple wives, suits, and community rumors with unclear names and dates. The garbled OCR implies a sensational tale of a man with two wives and alleged engagements, surrounding legal or social friction in a 19th or early 20th century setting.
A garbled report describes a roadway crash near Clare Street involving a wheel and debris. Witnesses note damage to a vehicle and surrounding area, with mentions of streets Nine and Fifteen and a misfired attempt to attend an event. Police and emergency services responded to the scene.
The Lou Annville township school board elected Dr OB Marshall as president and selected new members Witmmelberger Daas Bachman. The list includes teacher names such as Miss Bressder, Annie Jory, and others, with several positions yet unclear.
A barn in Behaton township was struck by lightning during a thunderstorm on Wednesday evening causing a fire. Fire crews aided by Shaper and his workers extinguished the flames and saved part of the structure before contents could be removed.
Fragmented OCR describes fruit yields and farmer worries about excessive peaches, with references to pruning, damage, and potential loss of a large portion before ripening due to looming export pressures and conditions.
The American Iron and Steel Manufacturing Company resumes a nine hour workday for factory employees starting today. Workers will begin at nine and end at five with a one hour lunch break. Saturdays will be closed.
Fragmentary note mentions Reverend Butterwick and his brother at Videdensburs Wisconsin, with reference to Roy Butterwick as a son or descendant. Local obituary or family record unclear, but ties to Berks County and Wisconsin are indicated.
A woman leaned from a third story window to catch her brother's eye and fell sixty feet to the yard below. Neighbors and a passerby rushed to aid as emergency crews arrived. The incident occurred in the afternoon, with a later report noting the exact height and the sequence leading to the accident. The community is assessing the circumstances and safety implications after the fall.
An obituary style notice reports Mer a Monadnian sister and several family names in a death summons. It mentions a woman who died recently, with references to survivors and a burial at a local church. The fragmentary text names several individuals and a community.
Funeral services were held for Henry Tengy, widow Cleary, and three others in North Punwall and Myerstown townships. Names include Ezra Spangler, Mrs George Bogarieart, Mrs Fanny Torst, and Joseph Dascthl, with local pastors Rev HH. Ranehk and Rev PL Helman officiating and interments at local cemeteries. Pallbearers listed as Belin, Aaron Durweiler, S. Shope, and Tenry Barnbart. Jos. Miller acted as undertaker.
Bethel Township school board reelects several members for terms including Frederick Stury Inewel, Havin, Tieffentaeds, and Miss Shuga A Val ley. Vague names and garbled OCR text obscure precise roles and dates for the renewals.
Bahney pleaded guilty to aggravated assault on George Nlingter in a streetside attack on Seventh Street near Cumberland. The incident occurred during the early evening hours as the defendant was senten...
A sales blurb claims a “Monster Devil Fish Destroying Its victim” is a type of constipation and promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as safe and certain care. It touts benefits for stomach liver kidneys and bowels and notes price 25 cents at all druggists.
Address by Dr E H Sheath opens commencement at Lebanon Valley College Annville with 28 graduates. Prof Milas Terstrer Sreattielas ST delivers address as degrees are conferred by President Steap. Faculty list includes notable instructors in philosophy science and art. College notes advancement of new conservatory and robust departmental programs.
A girl residing at Colebrook accuses her stepfather of forcing consent through threats and violence. The alleged incident prompted a warrant and arrest of the suspect, who was jailed after appearing before Alderport. Detec tives Sattavalina and Riley Smeler led the investigation and arrest early this morning.
Two Steelton brothers graduated from Selaumar Valley college and the University of Pennsylvania and Adelphia respectively. Sons of the late Tier and Mrs. Teters, they were Nichol Peters and a brother who studied medicine and planned parish work.
Sienry Carmany left Wednesday evening for his bene in Canton Ohio for an extended visit to this city. He is accompanied by his daughter, Sievsn CLE, and her children. Hagel ace Master Harreld, of 414% rout siveer, will join them. They will spend the warmer part of the stay at their old home.
Pike County reports Tarry Beers, longtime Forest Park hotel manager for seven seasons, left Wednesday with his wife and son to study at the Forest Park property. He will stay in Allentown for a few months. Contact John A. Deitzler at 1033 Cumh Lephomd Street for best prices on June 4-4.
Mt Gretna's summer school under the Pennsylvania State Sunday School Association will run July 2 to 9 on the Pennsylvania Chautauqua grounds. Rev. Charles L. Pry serves as dean with a program featuring devotional exercises, lectures, and instruction across subjects for youth and adults, including teaching principles, citizenship, and moral education, led by regional clergy and educators.
After chess day exercises at Annville, a clash erupted between freshmen and sophomores of Letanen Valley College in Westisday afternoon. A brawl began when freshmen confiscated a bus and challenged sophomores to take it. One student suffered a possible broken limb amidst the fracas.
Mandamus writs were served on Tuesday evening by Sheriff Jol Te Oberhaftger. The writs compel the Republican committee to place in the official candidate list the names of Dr. Lauriel Weiss and Samueliro for the state senate and assembly, tied to anti-mayor ticket contenders.
Fragmentary notes describe a historical society gathering at a courthouse with addresses to be delivered by Dr. Borua and Mr. Zien. Mention of two dead and churches, with references to Dr. Tei and Folin Peter Z.
A vintage advertisement for Lyons Chocolate Cremes claims superior American and Swiss confectionery craft. The copy urges a trial, noting sale at Dr Kev Hoss Drug Store near the Court House in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.
The State Red Men hold sessions at the Grand Opera House in Reading. Members gather for the ceremony and related events in the downtown theater, with expected speeches and organizational discussions.
At the state convention of the Improved Order of Red Men in Reading great mourning was shown for Sachem Aliison who died days earlier. The gathering included marching bands, officers, delegates from cities like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, and a formal report on membership, finances, and council activities. The event featured prayers, processions, and a closing social at Wildwood after a lengthy session.
Reprint from Daily News dated Thursday June 16 recounts a Western siites trip by John fl. Shuler and companion visiting relatives. Notable local incidents include the strangling of Catharine Ward on Third and Chestnut streets, a reported death, and accidents at Weimer machine works and Salamon Curiae with injuries from molten iron and a fall from a furnace, injuring Jeb Denier and another worker.
A county grand jury indicted ex County Treasurer Cosmins by Nutz for embezzlement and charged County Commissioners James KB Stangler Wely IX Louse George D. Linder than with a misdemeanor. William B Bechtel prosecutes. Bechtel represents the taxpayers association.
Edward E B Shirk of Swatara Township and M M Godshalk of Millcreek, join Ter guryental Wer and Nathaniel Witaeyer of Independent District as Republican candidates for director of the poor.
A new facility completed for the university appears prepared for dedicated use. Officials emphasize readiness, with construction complete and the building set for a formal opening later this year.
A Sunday June 17 1900 and the following midweek evenings mark the dedication of a new church building under supervision of Martin Wangiag. The structure features Decorated Gothic design by architect Arehareet AL A with Keystone stained glass and a high tower, providing seating for a large congregation and a ceremonial dedication led by Rev A. Me St Vie. The project includes a long list of donors and organizers, the erection completed amid public celebration and plans for future services.
Burpee offers seeds for Green Curled Endive Broad Leaved Endive White Curled Endive Giant Fringed Oyster Endive. Also White Chinese Radish White Chinese Rose Radish. Turnips include Purple Top Strap Leafed Early Purple Top Milan Early White Milan Early White Egg. Prices per ounce or pound shown in list.
McGowan Druggest and Seedman at the corner of Seventh and Cumberland listed in local business directory. Details unclear due to OCR text fragment. position and cross streets indicated.
A fragmented, error-filled report outlines a legal action beginning with unclear names and locations. It mentions parties tied to a court case, possibly involving property or liability disputes, with scattered references to witnesses and dates.
Scrambled OCR text suggests a national convention note with unclear dates and speakers. Mentions of a tentative schedule, two hosts, and possible political party alignment, though most details are garbled. Entities are faint and uncertain.
A damaged 19th century notices fragment describes Reunen Miller and a Lutheran Ladies' Mite Society meeting. It details remains of Ezra Spangier moved to a local site and a ceremonial program with church officers, candidates, and a Sunday school excursion. The report names George Tierlits, Pishor, and several community figures, noting a debate, examinations, and a public event calendar.
Report describes ongoing work by carpenters and plumbers at the BK Ts ion project. Details note delays, open pipes and misaligned progress while crews push to complete framing and utility lines amid safety concerns. Local managers say operations are advancing despite setbacks and weather.
The text reports the election of Reverend Bromer as the featured orator for a college event. It notes a ceremonial selection process involving faculty and a keynote address by Dr. Raley, with preparation details and attendance by college officials.
Fragmented OCR text reports transfers in realty and a reunion event. Mentions names such as Miller and Crna Sbaoe and Attended Glass Reunion with Branklin and Mt all vollege, with scattered place references and dates. No coherent narrative or complete details available.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention colorful terms, unnamed teams and players, and scattered game references. The legible portions hint at a sports a column with mixed outcomes and local notices but lack coherent names, dates, or places to specify.
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