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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1919
Page
3
Vital Washington dispatch reports Rep Madden says House Republicans plan to remove taxes on soft drinks moving pictures and minor luxuries, arguing revenue loss delayed repeal. He notes petitions urging repeal and says Congress should act now to end objectionable taxes.
The Navy Department plans to buy a rigid dirigible from Great Britain for about 2.5 million dollars and later duplicate it for 1.5 million. Admiral W S Simms, noted for naval operations in Farosman waters, urged focus on this class of scout ship as development proceeds.
The navy seaplane NC-4, the craft used by Commander A C Head for the first successful trans Atlantic air flight, will be placed in the National Museum in Washington D C for preservation. The NC-4 has arrived in New York and will be shown briefly in Central Park before its transfer to the museum.
Internal Revenue Commissioner Hover announced the government’s share of the Willard Dempsey fight proceeds was about $100,000. A Revenue agent was sent to Toretta to ensure the federal tax of one cent for each few cents collected in admissions was collected.
The article reports on claims of coverups for substandard motor tires and faulty construction. It notes inspectors monitor every production step, with pay tied to flaw findings, and that one in eight workers focuses on spotting imperfections, amid emphasis on high quality tires for motorists.
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Missionary from South America entertained by Prof and Mrs Mineautt and Mr Willian Hasewinkel manager of Kersten Co Paramaribo Surinam. Imports include 30 barrels Portland Atlas cement monthly and American flour yearly 10000 barrels. Kersten Co Moravian Mission Board profits aid missions to Indians and Negroes. Views shown of Paramaribo hinterland Bush negro villages and hospital care in Surinam inspire sympathy and a collection was taken for Bethesda Leper Hospital.
A farm near Soudersburg in Dodge County suffered a severe fire starting from a friction fuse on a thresher. Sixty acres of wheat and hay burned, with a barn and other buildings consumed. One farmer, Kreider, sustained serious burns while escaping from the barn. Losses total about 10000 dollars, with a second farm near White Horse owned by Mary Baxter losing 7000 dollars in wheat, hay, and livestock.
The farm Bureau estimates three million dollars in damage to Lancaster county wheat after a Hessian fly invasion. An investigation shows a second brood of Hessian flies, previously unknown in the county, sparking the losses. Remaining farmers report yields five to seven bushels per acre lower than expected.
State Attorney General Schaffer declares near beer illegal to sell in candy stores, soda fountains, or any place outside licensed dealers. His Darvisburg interpretation cites Brooks high license law, noting any alcoholic content classifies as vinous or malt liquor under the act, even at less than a quarter of one percent.
Joseph R. Royer, Lancaster confectioner and originator of the ice cream soda, died Friday after a brief illness at age 8. The veteran Civil War figure learned his trade with Hershey and inspired John Wanamaker to pursue the soda idea after its 1868 debut. His sons include actor Joseph C. Royer and musician Clarence Devaux Royer.
Marl Hahel, 28, is not expected to recover after receiving 12 000 volts while repairing storm damaged lines near Mount Joy. A fellow worker helped him down from the pole. Follow up medical care including possible army involvement may be required if he survives.
Miss Mary McManus aged 72 was found dead in her Hast Orange street home in Lancaster on Friday morning. Her sister Anna, 68, who lived with her, lay unconscious nearby. Gas had escaped overnight from a leaky main under the cellar. Police found the house filled with gas and Anna is slowly recovering in hospital. A new gas heating system had been installed Thursday and neighbors had protested but she slept there that night despite the odor lingering.
demobilized army officers and men show over 95 percent discharged with clean health. Six percent referred for disabilities and one percent held for communicable diseases. Negro troops slightly healthier but higher communicable disease rate. Week ended July 6 reports continued excellent health at home and abroad.
A condensed listing of church and family picnics and reunions across Lancaster and Lititz areas. Events include Lititz Springs picnics by Lititz Moravian and Paradise U B, various church and school gatherings, and multiple family reunions at Ephrata Park, Hess woods, and Lititz Springs. The schedule spans mid September with events through September 6, featuring unions of Fassnacht, Madlem Showalter, Kemper, and Reading Knights of Malta among others.
In Ephrata Amos Jracker collided with a gasoline pump that broke off and struck the Ford yet caused little damage. Isaac Christ, also of Ephrata, tried to pump a tire when it burst, hurling a rim that struck his face and required a doctor for stitches.
Mayor Mortimer reveals at a city meeting that street cleaners earn higher pay than the mayor. Pottsville policemen, at $85 a month, are the state's lowest paid, while street employees lodge for higher wages and the mayor accepts lower compensation.
A article notes that fireless cookers are costly in stores, but Uncle Sam provides a free booklet with simple plans and receipts for making and using a fireless cooker at home. Readers can request F.R. 771 from the Division of Publications, USDA, Washington, D.C., by postal card.
A community’s banks are praised as guardians of financial welfare. The piece stresses prudent banking and warns against stock swindles, urging consultation with trusted local bankers to secure one’s earnings. Local businesses and services in Lititz highlighted include banks, grocers, and merchants such as Hershey Leaman, Lititz National Bank, and M. R. Coman.
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