Muhlenberg College outlines finances and charter revision
The Muhlenberg College board reports 23 of 30 members present and notes $186,000 ready from a Carnegie pledge toward a $200,000 debt, with endowment and building funds itemized. A charter revision committee and plans for a new Allentown Preparatory School site are formed amid commencement ceremonies honoring fourteen graduates led by President Hass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muhlenberg College
Tiay
W. D. C. Keller
Andrew Carnegie
Rev. Kelter
Carnegie
Abecgl Wits
Charles A. Bcheiren
Evan B. Lewis
Philadelphia
Gustav A. Endlich
Reading
Reuben J. Butz
Allentown
Samuel G. Weigkotten
Brooklyn
No.y
C. A. VonDersmith
Lancaster
Allentown Seminary
Adlentown, Collegiate Institute and Military. “Academy
Evangelical, Lutheran Church
Lehigh County
Lutheran Ministerium of
Pennsylvania
Allentown Preparatory School
Muhlenberg
Muhtertberg College
Sie
Liutheran
J. A. W. Hass
Ana
James W. Anthony
Sem' G. Keck
Hecktown
Fred Lb. Coleman
Lebanon
Charles T. Jacks
A. Cuias
Mu. Kester
Bethlehem
Morris W. Krause
Kempton
Wegrge Fuhl
4Ilefton
Frank Mr. Marah
Daniales
Villa
Howard S. Paules
Bethlehen
Paul H. Rudd
Ralph H. Schatz
Alientowa
Alfred M. Stump
Kutsiown
Herbert A. Weaver
Mauch Chunk
A. Charles R. Keiller
F Red J. Coleman
Kungler
Jatoh Fry
Tutheren
Fred. Colemen
Allentown Valedictorian Delivers Notable Oration
The valedictorian Halph H. sehats from Allentown delivered a masterful oration. President Inag gave a brief closing address on Unreal Learning. The Clemmin I. Ulrich prize for best speech in English at the junior contest went to Floyd L. Eleher, with James A. Rossard receiving honorable mention. Judges included Mayo Harry G. Stiles Hon M Q Henninger and Rev s fara Neskirk pastor of Trinity Reformed Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halph H. Sehats
Allentown
Fortan
Inag
Clemmin I. Ulrich
Englen
Junilor
Floyd L. Eleher
James A. Rossard
Mayo
Harry G. Stiles
Q. Henninger
Rev
S. Fara Neskirk
Trinity Reformed Church
Mrs Ben Ward Hosts Buchre Club Evening
Mrs Hon Ward of Sixth and Cumberland streets entertained the Buchre club on Thursday evening. The event featured a luncheon and a prize drawing with Mrs Steve Reilly winning first prize, Mrs J Herbert Manbeck second, and Mrs Harper Blyler consolation prize. Other attendees included Mrs Paul Ulrich and Miss Mayme Deininger as the club plans future outdoor events and perhaps adopt 500 next winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hon. Ward
Sixth
Cumberland Streets
Ward
Waa
Steve Reilly
Ran’ Allen
J. Herbert
Manbeck
Allen Ward
Harper Blyler
Paul S. Ulrich
Mia
Raymond Brandt
Mayme Deininger
Firemen Douse Blaze At Dearwechter Farm Hay Stacks Burn
Clarence Daubert and Ray Arnold of the YMCA aided by firemen from Woater Worky dam fought a blaze that started on a manure pile at the Dearwechter farm. The flames quickly consumed two large hay stacks and threatened the barn and nearby house but were brought under control in time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence,Daubert
Ray Arnold
Woater
Basa
Aldadi
Dearwechter
Obsequies for Mrs Sarah Lessig Held at Royer Meeting House
The funeral services for the late Mrs. Sarah Lessig wife of William Lessig senior were conducted by Reverend John Herr of Myerstein and Reverend W. H. Les dle at the Royer Meeting House. The ceremony followed a procession from the Lessig home at 442 North Fourth Street with pallbearers William Billsman Julius Patschke Abland Swanger and Henry Peiffer. Underwater?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah
Willian Lessig
John Herr
Myerstéin
TH Lesdle
Chri
Presbyterian’ Church
Royér
Lessig
Fourth Street
Wiliam Billsman
Jullus Patschke
Abland Swanger
Henry Peiffer
P.M. Thompson
The
Undéwaterg
Bay horse dies from lockjaw after engine accident
A bay horse used to draw the Good Will Engine Company's chemical engine died Thursday evening from lockjaw. Ten days earlier the horse slipped in the engine house and cut its hip on a step, worsening into a severe wound that failed to heal despite care. The animal was valued at over $300.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Good Wish Ure Company
Mrs. Hahn Buried in City Funeral Service Conducted by Two U H Ministers
Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Hahn were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at 643 North Eleventh Street. Rev. J. P. Smith and Rev. H. E. Miller presided. Burial followed at Mbevecer cemetery. Undertaker W. H. Blelder arranged arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. H
Nancy Hahn
Eleventh Street
J. PB. Smith
H.E. Miller
Raten
Stine Norafadh Weds A Stewart Ulrich In Lebanon
Stine Norafadh a longtime public school teacher in Futraday area married A Stewart Ulrich of Lebanon in a private ceremony at 38 North Ninth Street residence of the bride's mother Mrs Catherine Poorman. Rev Sando and Rev Calvi Sher officiated. After a small reception the couple left for a wedding tour to Washington and other eastern and southern points. They will reside at the Poorman home upon return. Norafadh noted for religious work at St Mary's Reformed Church and service in Lebanon schools. Ulrich, son of the late Daniel Ulrich of Annville, a Lebanon Valley College and Yale Law School graduate, is a rising Lebanon bar attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stine
Norafadh
Futraday
Beamne
A. Stewart Ulrich
Lebanon
Catherine Poorman
North Ninth Street
Toin Sando
Hamlin
Calvisher
81. Mark's Reformed Church
Whitch
Mra. Trion
Washington
Poorman
St. Mary’s Reformed Church
Daniel Ulrich
Annville
Quiet Wedding of Dawson Miller and Jennie Frantz
Dawson R Miller and Miss Jennie L Frantz were quietly married at the bride’s parents home on North Fifth Street. Rev H B Miller of Salem AB Church performed the ceremony witnessed by immediate families. The bride wore white silk and the couple planned a wedding trip to eastern cities. Attending were J K Frantz and Mrs Sarah Miller among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson Miller
Jeanez
Dawson R. Miller
Jennie L. Frantz
J. K. Frantz
Elsy
North Fifth Street
H. B Miller
Salem A
Castern
Sarah“ Miller
Goom
Kathryn Frantz
Elizabeth Frantz
Barbara Miller
Ruth Miller
Harry Miller
Harry M. Gingrich
Odd Fellows trip to Fredericksburg confers second degree
Members of Quuittapahilla Lodge No. 835 and forty Annville lodge members traveled by bus to Fredericksburg on Thursday evening. The degree team conferred the second degree on nine candidates, then the group returned home around dawn with reports of an enjoyable trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annville
Fredericksburg
Quuittapahilla Lodge
UO. O. F
Fredencksburg
Excellent Roads Repair by Highway Commissioner Bleistein
West Lebanon official Joseph A H Bleistein has completed Lehman Street at Twenty fourth Street repair. The road is now in best condition and will reduce traffic through the commons at Tart Point. Local drivers frequent the route and will appreciate the improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph A. H. Bleistein
West
Lebanon
Lehman Street
Twenty-fourth Street
Aly
Malta Knights Attend Divine Exercises at First Reformed
John T. Wally of Harrisburg grand commander of the Knights of Malta and Patmos Commandery No. 1717 will attend services at the First Reformed Church. Royalton’s grand pretator Rev. Cinton S. Miler is also expected. The city band under Prof. Werman Ayres will furnish music. A parade route from Malta Hall to Cumberland, Ninth, Chestnut, Tenth, and High streets to the hall is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Wally
Harrisburg
Knights of Malta
Patmos Commandery
First Reformed Church
Cinton S. Miler
Royalton
Werman Ayres
Local marriage licenses issued by Clerk Kochendertoor
Rufus Krill and Miss Catherine Zohn both of the city Starvey Angle and Miss Lucetta Hosler both of Culebrook Charles A Kapp of Newmans town and Miss Minnie Becker of Behaefferstown were licensed to wed. The bride is fourteen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kochendertoor
Rufus
Krill
Cather’ Zohn
Morrig Zohn
Starvey
Angle
Lucetta A. Hosler
Culebrook
Charles A. Kapp
Newmanstown
Minnie Becker
Behaefferstown
Margaret Koons Dies Sudden in Fredericksburg
Laura Margaret Koons wife of Lawrence Koons died suddenly at Fredericksburg on Sunday. Funeral services were held in the United Brethren church conducted by Rev C G Ronitz with a German sermon from Psalms 29:6. She was 62 years old and survived by her husband two sons five daughters and fourteen grandchildren. The house service preceded the burial on the family plot in the cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fanehae
Laura
Margaret
Lawrénce Koons
Fredericksburg
C. G. Ronitz
United Brethren Church
Gerbart
Ammonia mix up causes injury to Sharon woman
Mrs. Sarah Grifin of Sharon, guest of her daughter Mrs. Ben Allen, suffered a distressing accident after mistaking coal oil for medicine. She drank a strong ammonia solution, burned the mouth and throat, and requires days of treatment before any substantial recovery. A physician administered care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah Grifin
Sharon
Ben Allen
North Meath Street
Teachers Chosen for Tagepennent School District High
The following teachers have been appointed for Tagepennent School District High School. Superintendent Hoyer. Aralwtant, OT. Mason Rupke, Wiest Grammar. Prof. John te Wiegler, Second Grammar. Hain Wirst intermediate. John Fe, Foytiz, Legend intermediate. Migs Barbara Miller, Wirst Secondary. Migs Stella Felty, Groma Point. Leb anon ¢owily, ATTISO BCNeOh. tnt uary, Miss Julia'Demter. Teachers for Webster building will not be made until June 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tagepennent School
Disricty High Schagket
Hoyer
Guberintendent
Aralwtant
Mason Rupke
Wiest Grammar
John Te Wiegler
Grammer
Hain Wirst
John Fe
Foytiz
Legend Sintermediate
Migs
Barbara Miller
Wirst Secondary
Stella Felty
Groma Point
Lebanon
Attiso Bcneoh
Julia’Demter
Webster Building
Peculiar Egg Display Attracts Notice In South Lebanon
A farmer from South Lebanon township exhibited a most peculiar egg at the News offset day. The egg is very small and weighs little, yet its shape and color drew attention for its resemblance to a necked pumpkin. Onlookers found the specimen striking and curious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Wehman
Lebanon
Milwaukee trip of Protective Association leaders detailed
Former Travelers' Protective association president Allev and Milton T. Maguire of Post I traveled to Milwaukee Wisconsin by rail and boat to attend the national convention. They joined the Pennsylvania delegation in Allentown this morning for the event with plans to return by rail after about a week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allev
Travelers’ Protective Association
Milton T. Maguire
Post I
Milwanton
Wisconsin
Tray Clera” Protective Association
Buffaloa
Crewe
Inba
Unter A
Cateman
Pennsylvania
Jie
Allantown
Maguire Ta
Post U
Mary Wahnestock Returns From Akron Brother in Recovery
Mrs Todat Jaen of 48 Delman al et and Mary Wahnestock from Akron Ohio return after weeks by the bedside of Petar Chetty, Un formed brother, who is at the point of death but has since recovered and is regaining former health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
Todat Jaen
Delman Aleet Ad Déevalter
Mary Wahnestock
Akron
Ohio
Petar Chetty
SUEKINI'S SALE REPORTS PROPERTY RELOCATION
Sheriff Lias Gerhart with on daily duty seized the rent estate of Seoiueld, previously operating a boarding house in Rast Labuan. The property consisted of three undulating plots on Teton and Weinman streets in Rast Lebaion, leased at the time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherif Lias Gerhart
Daly
Ponre Nunae
Seoiueld Oyer
Boardiing
Rast Labuan
Rast Lebaion
Teton
Weinman Strert
Graduates at West Chester Normal School
Miss Fannie J. Focht of bhiga city was among 147 students who graduated Thursday from the West Chester Normal School. The class of 147 marked the completion of teacher training as the institution awarded diplomas and celebrated the milestone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Chester
Fannie J. Focht
Bhiga City
West Chester Gate
Real Estate Transfers on Cherry Street in Palmyra
David A. Kreider transfers property on Cherry street Palmyra to William H. Turby for 750 dollars. Turby then transfers a property on Cherry street Palmyra to Oscar A. Stauffer for 375 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David A. Kreider
William H. Turby
Cherry Street
Palmyea
William Turby
Oscar A. Stauffer
Palmyra
Joined in wedlock in Reading Court House ceremony
The District Attorney's office reports the wedding of Harry W. Keppley, son of William Keppley of Hobesonia, to Mia Sells 8, daughter of William S$ 1apu Wan of Stouchsburg, officiated by Justice of the Peace H. Huber of Wyouwlsaipg on Wednesday at Reading Court House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keppray Shanaman
District Attorney’s Office
Reading Court House
Justice of the Pees
H. Huber
Wyouwlsaipg
Harry W. Keppley
William Keppley
Hobesonia
Mia. Sells 8
William S$ 1Apu- Wan
Stouchsburg
How to Look Good by Caring for Your Teeth
A discussion on personal appearance stresses dental care as essential to attractiveness. It notes many neglect basic tooth hygiene and warns yellowed or uncared for teeth ruin one’s looks.
Dental care tips for teeth and mouth health
A reader advises prioritizing dental visits over shopping for hats. The note emphasizes daily brushing, even with tea, and suggests that well kept white teeth leave a lasting impression, with the mouth shaping our appearance regardless of other factors.
For the Children Dental Care Ad
Promote early dental care for children stressing healthy growth and digestion. Describes enamel protection, fillings, crowns and bridges as lasting improvements. Offers free examination with extractions a specialty. Visit for checkup and treatment.
Fire Scare At Water Works In Union Area
A sulfurous campfire near the old Union Water Works sparked a fire scare for nearby residents. The manure pile fed flames toward a barn and buildings until fishermen and locals fought the blaze, saving property. A small cash loss was noted, with no injuries reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Union
John Sastor
Lebanon
West Lebanon Teachers Elect for Vacant Positions
A meeting of the West Lebanon teachers selected candidates for vacant posts. Names listed include Miss Katharine Hedimat and Miss Markt Uimaberer, with duties and classroom assignments noted. The group discussed appointments and future duties at the Thursday gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lehanan Piblie Sehaeats
Tos
Epg
Seheal Paar
Hwighve
Misa Katharine Hedimat
Unarelyun
Markt Uimaberer
Darvdison
Migs Mititnei
Teaatrys Dia Prison
Meages Hhishlinen
Thar Daar
Unclear historic meeting described with fragmented names
Fragmented OCR text outlines a town council or committee scene at a ward meeting with references to names Miller Stutey and a cement project. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent actions or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rover Cormanan
Blackiey
Cordu Faba
Miller
Baby girl arrives at Peiffer home in Philadelphia firm agent family
A baby girl named Me Pelfer was born this morning to Mr. and Mrs. Morris Peiffer at 258 North Third Street. The infant, described as a bouncing girl, is expected to grow up in a household noted for a traveling agent connected with a large Philadelphia hardware firm. Friends extend hearty congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Peiffer
North Third Street
Me Pelfer
Philadelphia
Moyers of Berks County Hold Family Reunion in Robesonta
A large Moyer family gathering took place in Robesonta near Host, led by Mr and Mrs Peter Moyer. Attending were numerous children grandchildren and in laws from the Moyer line, including Mrs Joan M Luss and Captain James Moyer, with many others named. The gathering marked Peter Moyer as the elder of fifteen children with twelve surviving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robesonta
Jane
Te Mays
P Homestead
Host
Samuel’ Moyer
Moyerttes
Berks County
Peter Moyer
Joan M. Luss
Rabesonias Krank Moyer
Thomas
Kory
Arron Moyer
Stowensburg
Mra
Warren Dorr
Samual Moyer
George
Meter
James Moyer
Tlort
Karn Potteiger
Wehrersburo
Elmer Mephen
Reale
Rovert
Margaret Leisa
Robasonta
John
Txbywin
Harry
Ulin
Gertrude
Cara
Mayer
Gora
Mary
Sarah Horr
Hernere
Welter Moyer
Dora Potterger
Rohrersburg
Minnie Moyer
Stovens
Kirgs Wien
Edna
Kevin
Joan Moyer
Mar
Lets
Amar
Sifteen
Irving
Frank Moyer
Tioning Kurr
Samuel Moyer
Exara Patteiger
Aaron Moyer
Iya
George Moyer
Calvin Moyer
Joes Moyer
Enjoyed outing at Hershey with Ladies club
Members of the Ladies "500" club from One Plarsany enjoyed a three-car journey to Hershey. At the park they played mime rounds with Mrs. Mary Kel winning first prize and Mrs. Wallora second. The evening featured dancing in a pavilion, and guests from out of town attended the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plarsany Satternoon
Smaki
AL 2. Crawtora
William Devils
IR Algood
Mary Kel
Ob. A. Wallora
Settlement Affects Atyors town dentist case
Dr. George S. Hixson of Atyors town, a dentist, faced arrest and a legal claim alleging debt. The suit, filed by Miss Loos, seeks money to repay funds advanced for a wedding and other expenses. Henry ex represented the party, with Rank Bleker as usual counsel for the defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George S. Hixson
Atyors
Mase Soning
Henry
Rank Blekel
GouNeel
Hossan
Allentown Man's Return After Ten Day Hospital Stay
Rey W. Leibensperger, a junior at Hemiw Lutheran, returned home after a ten day stay at a hospital in Allentown. The report notes his mother Mrs. Leibensperger remains with him and mentions activities around Piadteton yard and local doctors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rey AL W. Leibensperger
Junior Ponlor
Hem Iw
Healeten
Leibenspenads dL
Leibensperkger
Piadteton
Hiv
Dias Lactherue
Allentown
Elected Members WI Surnty Meet in Church Aide Group
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a local meeting with elected members and church figures. It mentions Rehanon Gounty and a jury room, with unclear context about attendance and roles. Names appear garbled, but the outline points to a community or county committee gathering and a related action in a court or jury setting.
Private Message Fragment Sparks Confidential Tour Notes
Fragmentary OCR text hints at private arrangements and travel references. It mentions dates and places in a disordered form, with scattered names and affiliations. No clear event or outcome is discernible from the readable portion.
Macage License of Aarritie Weenie in Laweoan Case
A fragmented notice records a Macage license involving Mierk Koehontchatuy and Aarritie Weenie to Laweoan by Miller and Miss Jennie J. Wrante, daughter of JK Prante, both of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mierk
Miller
Jennie J. Wrante
JK. Prante
jLy
Longtime city resident Jacob Zimmerman Dies at Willow Street
Jacob Zimmerman, aged about sixty years, died Friday at his Willow Street home after a sequence of strokes. A lifelong craftsman and lawman by trade, he learned his trade in his father’s shop and later worked at several downtown locations before settling on Willow Street. Survived by wife Mary Trimp and several children, he was a member of Salem Lutheran Church. Funeral arrangements include private services at home and burial at Mt Letanon Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Hi
Zimmermal
Willow Street
Pardipaigas
Oyny
Zimmerman
Nig" Voor
Jacob Zimmerman
Ninta and
Gumi
Jerburn
South Ninth Street
Chestnut Street
Annally
Willow Streat
Hay
Zimmerman Yau
Mary 'Trimp
Marek
Walmer
Los Angeles
California
Vromont
Jotle Zimmerman
Philadelph O Ristar
Saint Mary's School Reopens After Thanksgiving Service
St Marys Uathohe oq kchoulg closed Thursday for a Thanksgiving service. The next level opens September 7 with customary public exercises. Rev Father Christ, rector, gave an address and presented diplomas to graduates including Arnold, Arnold, Paul Thompson and Roderk Thana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Mary's
Father Christ
Jiteish
A. Chile
Rew
Pathe Christ
Ein Ammold
Dora Arnold
Mary Jensood
Lacey Misenhauer
Merhert Arnold
Edward Glen Paul ‘Thompson
Roderk Thana Meda
Plans for New Home in West Lebanon Drawn Up
Plans for a new house are described with surveyor’s plot, framing details, and contracted builders. The property faces West Lebanon with expected timely completion and satisfactory work, as stated by the contractors and planners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corman
Leino
W. Hayeg
GO Dame
Phon
West Bebanon
ABW Reform Church Dedication Near Bungay
The Reformed Church, in Hye Hieletown, will be dedicated on Bungay June 38. Architect A. A. Iteher designed it with Gothic cathedral style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hye Hieletown
Plage Lee
A. A. Iteher
Ptety
Bungay
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Lyric Theatre
Ben Ward
Lessig Obsequies
Roger
Animal of Good Will Fire Company
Mrs. Hahn
Eho Street
Malta
Malta Hall
Cumberland
Ninth
Tenth Streets
Returnsing
Chestnut
Highth
Hall
Herier
Onjer
Milwaukee
Prom Oitio
Suekini
Litte Necesari
Dr. R. J Schropp
8Th St
Lebanon, Ln
West Lebanon
Sehea
Bowrd Onhursday
Harrishues Hospital
Hershey
George Hixson
Folin Witman
Hove East
Whitman
Cornwatl Towne
Shi
Will Watts
AL W. Leibensperger
Wate Dy Retowrn
Gebsnen
Surnty
John My Albwein
Lee
Pravately
MAREE
de Schiahk
Sarton
Hirry
Iwi
Cala
Macage
Leb
Engi
Ludreran
Palpe
Mgmber Salem iv. Lutheran Church
Iigton Camp
Wid
P.O
Mt. Letanon
Speedwell Bite Padres
ABW Reformed Church
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