15 Jun 1925
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Newspaper
Lebanon Semi Weekly News
Location
Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1925
Page
1
Firemen’s pageantry marks a grand event in the county history as Lawrence hosts a parade of out-of-town companies. Brave laddies receive a rousing ovation along the line, with citizens and firefighters alike enjoying the grand reception at each fire house.
A firemen parade awarded multiple prizes to mobile units led by bands. Citations include Citizen's Fire Company Palmyra first, Goodwill Myerstown second, Independent Borough Jonestown third, Perseverance Jonestown fourth, Cleona Hose Cleona fifth, Darktown East Annville sixth, Liberty Reading seventh, Lititz Lititz eighth. Special mentions went to George W. Wagner as tallest man, Simon J. Woelfly as shortest, and Harvey Peffley as fattest. City firemen were ineligible.
On Saturday afternoon Lebanon County firemen staged a parade in connection with their annual county convention. The pageant drew scores of visitors who paid tribute to the laddies. The event began at 2 15 when the fire bell at City Hall announced the start as companies lined up. Continued on Page Two.
Premier Painleve says France will drive out Abd El Krim after viewing front lines at Maza Gariat and Quezzan. United Press reports Paris plans a major offensive soon. A.L. Bradford covers the interview from the front.
Anna Smoley, 23, who spent six years as a coal miner in her father’s mine near Bridgeville, was killed today by a slate fall. Misa Smoley, starting at 17, also worked in the Wagon Mine swinging a coal pick and shoveling with vigor. Early today the girl entered the pit and was caught in a slate slide. rescue workers freed her body after about an hour.
John Werner of Eleventh and Brandywine streets, a veteran fireman and former treasurer of the Liberty Fire Company, was serenaded by the Bangor Band late Saturday night. The event honored his long service to the community.
Eleven persons were slightly injured in Brooklyn early today when a bus bound for Fresh Pond Road from Lorimer Street subway station collided with a heavy motor truck. One injured person remained unidentified as fire and police investigated the scene on Ridgewood routes.
At the closing session of the Lebanon County Firemen's Association convention on Saturday morning, E K Fisher was named president as the group decided to join the Southeastern Association of Pennsylvania. The move unites Lebanon County volunteers with Lancaster and Berks counties, shaping the future of the local firemen's group.
A Lebanon firemen’s convention weekend led to three false alarms early Sunday. Alarms came in at 3 00, 4 30, and 5 00 AM from boxes 48 fourth and locust, 61 pershing avenue and second, and 46 twelfth and oak. No culprit has been identified.
Firefighters from Lawrence Methuen and North Andover battled a blaze of mysterious origin that destroyed seven stores in Lawrence Mass causing about 500000 dollars in damage and injuring fourteen firefighters at about 910 AM today in the business district.
Pres J K R Schropp tendered thanks for a beautiful upright chime clock gifted to the Hook and Ladder Company on South Eighth Street. The clock resembles a grandfather clock and was presented after a visit by the Liberty Fire Company of Reading, reaffirming longtime friendship between the two fire houses.
Councilman Harry Mumma faced a News representative this morning and was asked if he would run again. He stated he would not be a candidate for re election, ending speculation and leaving questions about his political future.
H. George Louser, son of City Treasurer Harry G. Louser, returned home at 725 Walnut Street for the summer after graduating from Wenonah Jersey Military Academy on June 13. He plans to enroll at Lehigh University in the autumn to study electrical engineering.
Mr and Mrs David Stauffer of North Ninth Street plan a motor trip to Canada. The article notes the couple as a wholesale dealer and mentions their intended travel with Jeane, indicating a local social or travel notice.
The State Highway Department awarded a contract to Frey Construction Company of York for 4,700 feet of roadway on Route 139 in Annville Township Lebanon County at a low bid of 37,956 09 dollars.
The United States will send Mexico a formal note to shift the Mexico dispute from public press statements to formal diplomatic negotiations. No plan to reply to President Calles via press remarks, with future talks conducted through official channels and restricted to diplomacy.
Merchants and others who pay quarterly income taxes face today as the final deadline for the second quarter. The regulations are strict and unpaid taxes incur a five percent penalty. Revenue official Charles P. Boer warns checks or money orders mailed before midnight today count if postmarked timely. late arrivals attract penalties.
Two girls, one from the city and one from the county, are named as honor guests of the Board of Trade for the beautified resort at Wildwood. A coupon appears in today’s paper inviting readers to vote, with polls open this afternoon and this evening at seven o’clock.
Chief Engineer Davis of Philadelphia praised the parade as cleaner and better than any he had seen in New Jersey New York Delaware Maryland or Pennsylvania noting it as the finest he ever witnessed. Rosas B Davis also remarked on the exceptional display by 10 new members and the contrast with prior firemen's parades across states.
Residents praised the police department for handling parade crowds and directing traffic without increasing the force. Chief Harry Sealer commended officers and firemen, noting only nine on duty by evening, one non-fire arrest, and excellent curb line discipline from citizens.
Mayor Walter sent a letter to Chief of Police Harry Sealer noting encouraging health progress. The mayor walked a block and back to his Atlantic City hotel, the Devonshire, and is regaining his health at a rapid rate.
Special to Newa by United Press reports 3006 Royal Canadian Dragoons troops plus 89 horses and 6000 rounds of ammunition arriving today at Cape Breton amid rioting and arson tied to the coal strike. Raids on Hauoi stores in the mine war area trigger intoxication and further outbreaks feared. Sydney detail noted.
Lebanon Daily News notes a ballot style popularity contest with a poll closing Tuesday eve ning June 16 at the Daily News Office. Negotiations between the News and the Wildwood New Jersey Board of Trade echo last year’s plan sending two Lebanon county entrants to Wildwood as guests of honor for a readers decided vote.
The Community Flag Day celebration begins at Market Square at 7 15 PM with music from the Iroquoia band of Palmyra and the Joecal American Legion Drum Corps. The parade proceeds through Ninth and Chocatnut to Fifth and Cumberland returning to the Square for a review by General Fran Beary of the National Guard Pennsylvania.
Alfred Hicks reports a violent massacre as about 700 Yunnanese soldiers are killed by Cantonese mobs after Cantonese forces captured the city. Legends of crucifixion, drowning, and other atrocities are alleged amid chaos, with bodies found in streets and widespread desertion by retreating troops.
Miss Amy Brasted of Lebanon High School faculty leaves for Camestico New York to visit friends and relatives. She recently completed another year teaching in the domestic department and plans time away from Lebanon.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Emil Klatt is to face charges tied to a murder in Gram Ferry New York with a fifth person involved. Beek sentenced a month to… (text incomplete)
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