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Newspaper

Lebanon Semi Weekly News

Location

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1908

Page

2

Death Takes Lebanon Man Henry B Westenberger at 1103 Mifflin Street

Henry B Westenberger a lifelong Lebanon County resident died suddenly on Saturday evening at his home. Born September 13 1835 in Heidelbers township he was nearly 70. He ran Brandywine coal yard brick works and ice business before retiring and living with his wife Sarah Miller and three children Salisa Clara and Cal Westenberger. He was known for his cheerful disposition and strong character.

Henry B. Westenberger Lebanon County Miffin Street Heidelborg Heidelbers Township Samuel Westenberger Brandywine Northroot Street North Lebanon Township Ipeon Maple Streets Tmios Sarah Miller Lebanon Salisa S Clara P Cale H. Westenberger

Realty Transfers Record From North Lebanon and Jackson Townships

Daniel S Light transfers to Adam K Hun-Bicker property in North Lebanon township for 250 dollars. Kate Leininger transfers to Martin Leininger a lot in Jackson township for 200 dollars. Daniel S Light transfers to John W Rabel a lot in North Lebanon township for 300 dollars.

Daniel S. Light Adam K. Hun- Bicker North Lebanon Township Kate Leininger Martin Leininger Jackson Township Daniel 8 Light John W. Rabel

Preached at Golebrook Episcopal Church by David Feraster

Divinity student David Feraster led services at Golebrook Episcopal Church on Sunday for the first time and announced future services will be conducted at 6 20 o clock.

David Feraster Cole Episcopal Church Golebrook

Luther Leagues Visit Myerstown From Trinity Bay Church

The Luther leagues of Trinity Bay St James Lutheran churches will visit the Luther league of Miiedan's Lutheran church at Myerstown on Thursday evening. The local delegation will leave here at 7 o clock, a special car departing from Mighth and Lehman streets.

Luther Leagues Trinity Bay St. James Luther League of

Foresters' Election at Lebanon Court No 210

In semi annual vote the Foresters of America Lebanon court elected P C R John Roebuck and GC R 7.1 H Lawless. G R Philip Arnold S M Michael Trartman J W Alexander Zacharias 8 B Joseph P Anlenbach J O Milton Showers lecturer Joan Spayd. Officers serve six months while physician Dr J B Groh financial secretary Martin Marsh and treasurer Curtis Shantz elected for a year and held over. Next meeting moved from July 4 to July 12.

Joan Spayd J. B. Groh Martin Marsh Curtis Shantz

Reading station clash ends with street fight over brother

A large man fights a smaller man on the Reading station platform over a prior insult to his brother. Bystanders and police intervene but fail to stop the brawl as drummers watch and the crowd disperses when a streetcar arrives. The aggressor leaves claiming his brother was harmed last week.

Miorhing Reading John Cook Cook McLaughlin

Died in Youngstown Emanuel Ippard Former Lebanon Resident

Emanuel Ippard died last Tuesday of paralysis at his Youngstown Ohio home aged 11 years He was born in Elizabethtown Lancaster county and ran greenhouses on North Eleventh street He moved to Youngstown and pursued business activities for years He married Catherine Auchenbach of Amtville on November 4 1886 and survived by his wife a daughter Mrs GC Little Funeral held in Youngstown on Thursday.

Emanuel Ippard Lebanon Youngstown Ohio Elizabethtown Lancaster County North Eleventh Street Nez Folng Hippand Misa Catherine Auchenbach Amtville

Death takes Mrs Yordy in North Cornwall Township

Mary wife of Jonas Yordy died Sunday evening from consumption after a two year illness. She was 42 and leaves her husband three children Alma Amy and Christian. Survived by father Daniel Bomberger Buffalo Springs and sister Mrs Hamiet Spelecher North Lehanga. She was a member of Bulentoy Ludieran church.

Mary Jonas Yordy North Cornwall Township Alma Amy Christian Daniel Bomberger Buffalo, Springs Fianiet Spelecher North Lehanga Surervive Bulem Toy Ludieran Church

Meeting in Court House to Discuss Water Project

Citizens and merchants discuss the city water plan to borrow 240000 for an enlarged supply. Board of Trade may move Friday meeting to the court house for easier access. Mayor Weimer’s address may be analyzed by experts, with questions on loan history and cost, promising a profitable, crowded public discussion.

Board of Trade Court House Weimer

Mrs Gamble Dead After Long Illness in Med City

Ida Gamble wife of Joseph Gamble of Med city died Sunday morning from dropsy at her home on Seventh street. Born near Myerstown about fifty years ago, she was daughter of the late Thomas Moyer and belonged to Reform Churches Ladies of the Golden Eagles and Wraugsters. Surviving are her husband and two brothers Daniel of Med city and one dain of Womelsdorf. Funeral will be Wednesday afternoon with services here and Myerstown and burial in Myerstown.

Ida Joseph Gamble Seventh Street Chestnut Gamble Thomas Moyer Myerstown Reforma4ehures Herdinaband Daniel Dain Womelsdorf Anu mM Myerstownh

Hottest Day Yet Across City Currents Record Heat

The city endured one of the season’s warmest days as thermometers rose to 92 degrees at noon with a light breeze in the shade. By afternoon temperatures climbed further, baking pavement and intensifying the heat felt by residents and visitors alike.

Letters Granted on Nancy Hahn Estate

Deputy Register Kreider grants Branferd letters of administration on Nancy Hahn’s estate in this city, to Robert J. Miller.

Kreider Nancy Hahn Robert J. Miller

New Delivery Driver Appointed in City Mail Service

Raymond Brown of Juillard street succeeds Marvey Jentina of South Highth street as driver for Altenderfer's mail and baggage delivery train. Mr Joins infellide to engage in the buckstering business.

Raymond Brown Juillard Street Marvey Jentina South Highth Street Altenderfer Infellide

Small Fire At Brooks Home On Maple Street

A minor blaze in a bed ding room at 430 Maple Street near Brooks home caused a smoke-filled scene. Lebanon volunteers arrived, quickly contained the fire. Mrs. Brooks was treated for shock, and drivers noted obstructing maple trees on Maple Street. No injuries reported.

Brooks

Gehuar Comment on Loss Amid Unclear Event

Henry J Gehuar speaks about a loss connected to the Gebhard family in Spriiaadley amid a troubled incident. He mentions a struggle involving a Bacay teftoniood and Geir Swoke, and hopes insurance will address the damages. The garbled text makes specifics uncertain but implies a domestic or local dispute with financial concerns.

Henry J. Gehuar Gebhard Boys Spriiaadley

Former Judge Meily Appointed Auditor to Make Distribution

Former Judge F. E. Meily was appointed by Judge to make distribution of funds held by PB. Apent as designee of the John A. Ditgler Harness Company of Big City. The balance to be distributed amounts to $3,541.92.

F. E. Meily Wer Apent. Esq John A. Ditgler Harness Company Big Oty Henry

Republican convention delegate returns home

Attorney J. C. Shirk traveled from Chicago to attend the Republican national convention as a delegate from the local congressional district. Special notice: all Mewvaillle Taxes for 1908 are due at the County Treasurer’s office before July 1908. Grttinger, Treasurer, Berks County, will hold old home day on August.

J. C. Shirk Chicaxe C. Grittinger Lembach's Berks, County

Untitled historical note on Mt Yin teates Hoondeff scene

Fragmentary report from South Bend referencing Miles htadt ar Jonestown and Hiewry Toss of Mt Yin teates Hoondeff on the Todt toon over the Formewall and Lehto sailroad. The party, led by Sint Mead Malan, aims to remain and seek employment with Christian Wringer, cousin of Milen Light's mother.

Miles Htadt Ar Jonestown Hiewry Toss Mt Yin

Deputy Sheriff Strupp Confined to Bed with Illness

Deputy Sheriff Harry J. Strupp is reported confined to bed due to illness at the wheelite's neglectee care facility, with medical attention noted. Further details unavailable in readable text.

Sherif Harry J. Strupp Neglegee Ulneng

June Court for Argument in Berks County

Fragmented court notes show June term proceedings in Berks County with cases including Veeker v Snavely, Christiana Roland et al versus railway company, and others. Also recorded are auditor appointments for C R Yost and Charles Wetech estates, ward division petition for Fifth ward, guardianship of two minors, Willow House license transfer, and local trustee and judge appointments.

Jadge Bhigood Veeker Snavely Ve Op. C.f Seltzer Cortiorart Christiana Roland Ve R. Railway Company Nolo Tor Com Mary Ditaler Robert Ditvder Thuiles Ditzers Slohn AL Hornes Iis Wit Sadie Union Township Abe Hayes Wita Horner J.2 Adame J. D. Slegrisi Warren Light C. Vv. Henry C. Rn. Yost Jackin Township Chartas Weteh Tate Woc Estatie McChrdy Vee Dante Wail

Touring Car Visitors Arrive From Whurrahiey

Henry G Déener Walter si and Prank Rawbenholl from Whurrahiey arrived Sunday to touring car events and cruised at the Bakle hotel. Mr Ale tessorords a breather ty Wallace WH. Altenderfen, ob Ge Overt daypikwapre Culley.

Henry G. Déener Walter Si Alefendorfer Ale

Unclear OCR item from Allentown record

Fragmentary text appears to be a garbled Allentown notice with multiple unreadable names and places. The readable nodes suggest military or civic references but lack coherent facts, dates, or actions to summarize into a clear event or outcome.

Surprise Gift For Starry Moyer Sparks Family Joy

Starry Moyer and Mrs. Tanne Muss of near Cotadien received a pretty new buggy from his parents, a heartwarming surprise that brought delight to the household.

Starry Moyer Som Tanne Muss Cotadien Bin

Returned Home of John Luther Wise From Mt Airy School

John Luther Wise, son of Mrs. David Wise of 18 North Seventh Street, has returned home from Mt. Airy where he is attending school.

John Luther Wise David Wise North Seventh Street Mt. Airy

Trips on Auto Car to Mt Gretna Delight Crowds

Several hundred riders enjoyed a day trip to Mt Gretna aboard the Cornwall and Leta’s new auto tour car. The vehicle made eight round trips with about 40 minutes total travel each way, carrying up to 82 people on a single excursion. The service drew enthusiastic crowds and boosted interest in country rides.

Mt. Gretna Cornwall and Letahon Company Gretna

Postal Shower Honors Mrs Rabold On Birthday

Mrs Isaac J Rabold of 42 New Street on Sunday enjoyed a postal shower for her birthday. Friends sent many cards from the city and elsewhere and she also received numerous other gifts in honor of the occasion.

Isaac J. Rabold New Street Rahold

Miss Shultz Dies at Newmanstown

Miss Shultz died at Newmanstown on Saturday of dropsy while living with her sister Mira Mitwabeth Stultz. She belonged to the Lutheran church in Newmanstown. Surviving brothers and sister include HW B Shulty of the city, Samuel Shults of Homestead, Meg Wehard Staonal of Newmatstown, and Mrs Hebevrwt Ithaca. Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning with services at the house and burial in Newmanstown cemetery.

Mira Mitwabeth Stultz Newmanstown Mmeharu Stoud Migs Sinuts Itd Lucaarin Chore Followin Brothers Histore Constabla HW

Miss Raberas of Lebanon, Indiana Injured in Fall

Reports say Miss Raberas, formerly of Lebanon and Brooklyn, Indiana, resides in Indianapolis. Several months ago she suffered a broken right arm, later worsening after a ladder fall causing a compound fracture with the shoulder area exposed. Friends and relatives extend sympathy as details reach them.

Lebanon Brooklyn Indiana Saper Indianapolis Sin Raber Tate Henry David

Isaac Schell father of Harry Snyder of Reading

Isaac D Schell, longtime Reading area employee, dies after illness. Born Maidencreek Township, he worked 42 years with a railroad or freight firm, later at Reading Cold Storage Plant. Survived by family members and remembered for lengthy service. Funeral plans not listed.

Isaac D. Schell Harry Snyder Schall Reading Sehell Maidencrese Truda P. 2B Deppen Aid Laver Brewerieg Wits Roading

Driving accident injures William Ro Babb near Buering

William Ro Babb, a veteran horseman from the North Ninth Rube tolaccombt area, was injured in a driving accident while helping a farmer test a new horse. He was thrown when the animal proved difficult, suffering a head injury and remaining under care with limited movement.

William Ro Babb Wiliam Jim

Zinmerman Funeral for Jacob I. Ado of Unie Guy

The funeral for the late Jacob I. Ado of Unie Guy was held with services at Sale By Hathevat Taeret. The pastors Kew nd Selmanies and Hey conducted the rites. Burial followed at Seventh WH cemetery.

Jacob I Unie Guy Vause Sale By Hathevat Taeret Selmanies Hey Pepe Kauty

Haply Man Named After Festive Name

Fragmentary OCR yields a local notice hinting at a birth announcement. Mentions a man nicknamed or linked to a festivity, a residence at a city corner, and a forthcoming event or reception. No clear dates, names, or organizations are readable. content is garbled.

Unlicensed clubs must report members under tax notice

Lancaster page 22 reports Revenue Collector Hershey of the Ninth District issuing a notice Saturday. Licensed social clubs dispensing liquor must make returns listing every member’s name. New members require updated tax payments. penalties may follow for noncompliance.

Lancaster Cillector Hershey Sip Tlio

DAMS NOT OVERFLOWING IN CITY SUPPLY REPORT

The city water system reports the dams are not overflowing and supply levels have stabilized after a period of higher flow. Officials warn pumping levels could rise again later this year, but current conditions show a steady output close to typical daily usage.

Dame Mintain Mave Uslal Vader Jave

Visiting Her Parents In New Jersey trip plans

Mrs Albert Ht Paters of Chicago Ill survived in this city Saturday to visit her parents Mr and Mrs AL He Rayer at Second and Ctuhoghtind streets. Mrs Pete rs will be joined by her husband later in the month for a Newport New Jersey visit and to see his parents.

Albert Ht. Paters Chicago AL HE Rayer Second Ctuhoghtind Petere Jule Newport N. J Patera

Auto trip ends in fateful din ker accident

Dr Weaver and wife from Philadelphia were traveling through the Patbay Ont area when a misstep caused a drinking incident today. Police investigated the beagle dae tk incident as part of the roadside event.

Wl Weaver Gud Wuriter Philadelphia Dinker Beagle

Marriage license issued to Chovk Keolmerter and Katherine Antal

A marriage license was issued to Chovk Keolmerter and Katherine Antal daughter of A Antal with the filing date noted.

Chovk Keolmerter Joseph Majrar Katherine Antal Dugebh Antal

Waldeck Returns From TwoWeek Visit To Syracuse NY

Edward Waldeck of Sixth and Chestnut streets returned Saturday evening from a two week visit to his mother in Syracuse New York.

Edward Waldeck Sixth and Chestnut Streets Synacuse New York

Also Mentioned on This Page

Henry B Westenberger Mit Weber Yard Corper Savéath Guttord Atrest Sud Aeeael Ree & Graeff Qureorr Symexrel Foresters Death Mrs. Yordy Ark Upstair Iremen Miller Organ and Plato Factory Eighth North Side Manto Street William Brooks American Iron and Stecd Works Milov Bart Shirk Noth Bar's Bay Chanleal Engine Company Apparatis Dlasme Maple Street Ecene Harvey Go Lonser Williams B. Welrich Harry Berger Ditzler Harness Co South Bend Bhigood West i. Sehiat Esi Lebane Truster Lawiecerd Milter T. Meyer Mile the Mutton Pak Et Oneill Allentown Chaelaserthy Hom Rsa Shultz Tarthowan Church ISS Raberas She Bell G Artin Isaac Schell Harry Aay Willian J. Babb Rexuti Zinmerman Funeral Salem Lutheran Ghureh Muplith Fordy Nis Tame Villet Traut Waschm Bieber Vic Postman Cayda Happy Little Msg Waldeck
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