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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1923
Page
2
A Farm Calendar urges families to grow fresh vegetables at home on unused ground and explains seed oats treatment, heat regulator checks, and thermometer tests. It notes high milk production is inherited and advises raising calves from high producing dams to boost herd milk flow.
A correspondent notes that most dead birds vanish from sight as they seek deep seclusion in hedges and hollow trees. Predators like rats stoats and weasels scour fields for carcasses, explaining why few dead birds are found in the country despite thousands dying each year.
A fragment lists cosmetic recommendations attributed to an old New England tidier. The items include self knowledge and a white paint for complexion, rouge for color, a salve for lips, a cordial for voice, and a hammer for gentleness, presented in a period voice with archaic spellings.
George A King of Wal nut Glen Dahlia farm at Mohns Hill near Adamstown wins the American Dahlia Society certificate of merit for reproducing the best dahlia bulb of 1922. His yellow salmon bloom measures 11 inches, with an 18 inch stem, entered in the decorative peony class after scoring 88 points at the University of Maryland trial grounds. King's farm hosts over 250 varieties including cactus decorative collarette peony and pompom and he is active in local Grange groups.
W W Cantner of Freeland forecasts one final blizzard for northeastern Pennsylvania this winter. The report notes his past accuracy and cites regional weather as the basis for the prediction.
A court hearing in April will declare Moses Brumbach of Sinking Springs legally dead after 42 years missing. He was 30 and single at disappearance, leaving a legacy of 1630 from Emeline Brumbach and an interest in real estate. Petitioners include William Diener William G Srumbaneh and Minnie.
Wilson N. Kline, owner of an apartment house and six other dwellings, houses ten families eight of whom have children. He states that he prefers tenants with children and tells childless tenants they may move at their convenience when children cause complaints.
Mrs. Anna R. Huber of Lancaster was honored for fifty years of service as a teacher and infant department superintendent at Bethany United Evangelical Sunday School. A gold medal was presented by officers of the Pennsylvania Sunday School Association.
Word reached by Thomas B Grosh that Paul H Grosh son of Rev and Mrs Este HE Grosh a former Mariett resident now in New York state has been appointed organs and chorister of St Luke s Episcopal Church in Paris France St Luke s is connected with the American Church of the Holy Trinity and will become the pro cathedral for all Europe
George F. Shissler of Elizabeth had a small steel splinter penetrate his finger while at work. It caused no pain at first but later inflamed. An X-ray located the foreign body and physicians removed the steel, after which his finger healed.
The livestock department at Pennsylvania State College received thirteen Hampshire barrows from John Hershey of Manheim for student judging classes. The barrows will also be developed for exhibition at the fairs and the International in Chicago. James H. Breitigan of Lititz was appointed guardian in Orphans Court for Harold 8. and Paul B. Rohrer in the estate of Benjamin L. Rohrer of Elizabeth township.
An execution for 249.46 against Aaron A. Stoltarius of Warwick township was issued by C. M. Brubaker. He is leaving Mr. Brubaker's farm, having public sale on March 6. The United Brethren Church in Mount Joy will erect a new church at a cost of 60,000. Rev. H. S. Keifer is pastor. The Lincoln Hill Club of Lancaster will host a minstrel show to raise funds for a weeklong country trip for 50 of the poorest children. The Tuberculosis Society of Lancaster County purchased Hotel Rossmere in Lancaster to convert into a modern sanitarium. Samuel R. Hipple, born Marietta 98 years ago, is Steelton's oldest citizen. The Ephrata Cigar Box Co. factory, employing 60, seeks 20 more workers. About 10,100 dog licenses have been issued in the county. Morris H. Karr of Warwick township filed for divorce on desertion.
Broadman Coal Co. manager Herbert C. Alexander paid a $25 fine after a hearing before Alderman Moser for short weight involving 485 pounds of anthracite. Local seniors Elizabeth H. Buckwalter and Liezie Landis, both 85, are noted as the town’s oldest residents. Others mentioned include Isaac B. Wally, William P. Albright, and Clarence G. Stoll linked to the region’s industries and employment at major works with 29,000 workers.
The public service commission orders elimination of the dangerous curve on the Downingstown Harrisburg pike three miles west of Honeybrook by August 1 after four years of Horse Shoe Pike Association and Y W C A opposition. A new millinery class taught by Mrs. Mark Wickert will begin at the Y W C A in Lancaster, meeting Tuesdays for six weeks.
The text recounts a quarrel between Wijit and his wife over a missing umbrella given years ago. Mrs Wijjit claims she sent it to friends Mrs Mantodor and Mrs Cadory, both denying responsibility, while Mrs Fanted is accused as a gossip. The couple discuss gifting a new umbrella amid suspicion. New York.
Insuring Chinese lives shows little progress in recent years but improvements are expected. Japanese-backed insurers report earnest intent to expand Chinese business and note plans to adjust birth and death registration, death rate differences, and monetary standards to attract Chinese clients.
The stomach is the body's center of vitality and strength. Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery is advertised to tone stomach walls, remove poisonous gases, and purify blood by expelling wastes through the liver bowels and kidneys. Trial package offer from Dr. Pierce's Invalids Motel Buffalo NY.
Catarrh is described as a local disease influenced by constitutional conditions. Hall's Catarrh Medicine includes an ointment for quick relief and an internal tonic that acts through the blood to rid the system of catarrh. Sold by druggists for over 49 years by F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo, Ohio.
Figures suggest bootleg profits may run into the millions as thieves loot distillery warehouses in York County. Reports claim a single stolen barrel can yield eight doctored barrels of whiskey, using reclaimed alcohol to mimic real liquor. Evidence notes large bootlegging rings financing bail and the high risk of capture.
Seven deer including a buck have been seen feeding with cattle at Samuel Golder's farm on Benton Street attracting considerable local interest. Residents note the deer come nightly, possibly driven from the north mountain region by snow, and the Golder family welcomes the unusual guests as they provide food.
Charles 8. Kelehner known as Pop Kelchner has been elected president of the Baseball League of Lebaron Y M I A, a six team circuit since May 1. He is also a scout for the St. Louis Cardinals and once called the old man of baseball. Fans hope for last season’s spectacular games to repeat.
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