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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1926
Page
2
Wall's Catarrh Medicine claims to cure catarrh and related deafness by using an ointment for local relief and an internal tonic that purges the blood to restore mucous surfaces. Marketed as a blood purifier by J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio, sold by druggists for over 40 years.
In a Lititz case Mrs. Paul Kauffman reports back pain from hard work easing after using Dean's Pills. She describes a dull ache, stiffness, dizziness and irregular kidneys improved by the stimulant diuretic. Sold at Moyer's Drug Store for 60c. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
Valley Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Lancaster is shown in full legal notice format as the insurer of record and appears in corporate filings and policy summaries across 1900s era trade publications. The listing identifies the firm as a mutual carrier serving Lancaster region policyholders.
A brief feature gathers vivid vignettes from the Keystone exchanges, highlighting bustling markets, curious trades, and local character. It portrays urban life and commerce through quick-field snapshots and named locations. The piece leans on colorful detail and period tone.
Anthony Wildbusky, a Pottsville anthracite miner born in Russia, lived to 105 and was near 106 when he died last week. He worked in mines in the U S and Russia until age 90, smoked, drank alcohol in moderation, drank coffee daily, and made sauerkraut his daily meal. Doctors say miner's asthma shortened his life. he leaves three sisters aged 30 to 85.
Norris town man Daniel Scarfino was freed after his wife refused to prosecute a choking incident over the birth of a girl. Magistrate Clark admonished him to avoid violence and advised him to seek help at his office if the urge to fight returns.
John J. Minnich of Milmerville was granted a divorce by Judge Garman from his wife after eleven months of marriage. Minnich claimed the separation followed a picnic party where beer was served and his wife left him fifteen years ago, with Latimer residence a mile away during the split.
The History of American Music notes the Pilgrims used only five tunes for psalmody. Old Hundred and York were among them, while Hackney, Windsor, and Martyrs are probable but unproven additions.
The United States Department of Agriculture reports an east Pennsylvania rise in cattle feeders with 125000 heads now on 18 counties led by Lancaster and Berks. Lancaster accounts for 9500 feeders, up 4500 from last year, as many farmers resume the cattle feeding business and new buyers enter the market. Prices for feeders are $1 to $1.75 higher than last year, with Canadian stock driving quality improvements and buyer preference for northern cattle.
Lancaster sportsmen join the Izaak Walton League to oppose coal and dye industry pollution. The Lancaster chapter No 68 formed at the Hamilton Club with about 100 members led by Walter W Poses. Regional branches are forming to mobilize public opinion against forest and stream pollution and to improve hunting and fishing conditions.
Farm Calendar highlights flowering shrubs such as Azaleas Barberry Red Bud and Dogwood inviting planting choices for home grounds. Poultry guidance urges keeping chicks busy with safe space, proper nest bedding, and dusting hens to control lice with fluoride powder.
The Hawaiian islands known as the Sandwich islands were coined by Captain Cook in 1778 naming them for the Earl of Sandwich. Initially the name persisted widely until closer acquaintance with the Hawaiian people led the world to adopt the native term Hawaii for the land.
The Automobile School of the Y M C A Evening Institution starts its 12th season on Monday March 1 in the Y M C A building at 7 30. Hermian Sweigart will supervise with L L Book in charge and classes held in the Buckwalter and Sweigart Co. garage and shop. The sixteen lesson course includes practical demonstrations and is open to all with apply now to M N Wickert Educational Director. Other evening courses begin March 12 and 16.
Berks County rural flocks show strong laying, led by Edmund B. Schaeffer of Maidencreek township with 200 White Leghorns. He attributes high production to careful growing and airy hen houses, noting his flock recently laid 146 eggs in a day, a claimed regional record.
A Paris comment mocks a man who suspects his lover is abnormal due to her practical skills and lack of interest in cinema. The quote reflects early 20th century attitudes toward romance and gender roles in Le Rire Paris.
The nineteen years from 1254 death of Emperor Conrad IV to 1273 accession of Emperor Rudolph I are called the great interregnum of the Holy Roman Empire.
Mayor Frank C. Musser was fined five dollars in a county dispute over Lancaster city council meetings. The story notes late attendees faced firing penalties per member present and discusses what to do with the collected money.
Mary L. Wike of 751 East Chestnut Street filed a suit for 1660 dollars after a tenant killed himself in her rooming house. The administrator for Amies W. Shissler faced the claim. blood stained linens and furnishings were reportedly destroyed. The suit was settled out of court.
A humorous exchange has a furious golfer asking why everyone laughs. The caddie explains that the opponent laughs because he plays exactly like the angry golfer, provoking a mollified reaction.
A humorous exchange turns on a dog run over by a car. The wit’s remark frames the incident as a sea-going tragedy with “a bark gone for ever,” eliciting a surprised reaction from the listener.
A dark-skinned customer bursts into a store seeking protection from a new count boy who threatens his life. He asks for bullet proof vest and resistance to ragzex proof collars as he demands safety from the threat.
Harvey C. Nyce of Souderton Pennsylvania raises Japanese snails in his home aquariums. About two hundred snails live there and are fed lettuce leaves. Nyce says watching them grow is enjoyable and the snails hold commercial value beyond personal amusement.
A former student thanks a sleep prone professor and plans to endow four dormitories at the college. The note reflects on unspecified studies and a wish to give back to the institution.
Jones meets his old friend Smith amid tough times at home. Smith replies that things are so bad even the mice are surrendering to the elf, highlighting the depths of hardship.
Public sale of desirable building lots on Saturday evening March 20 1926 at the office of Nershey and Gibbel Lititz. The tract lies on the north side of East Front Street between D M Uelman and HH J Pierson with 815 feet frontage and 142 feet depth to an alley. Sold whole or in parts. sale begins 7 30 P M terms announced by J W Bruckart H C Hassler Aud Hershey and Gibbel Clerks.
A six year old girl asks about a passing man who lifts his hat and is told he is the village undertaker. She remembers he undertook a steandima. The brief exchange reveals local roles and memory of a familiar tradesman.
Letters of administration granted for the estate of Sarah OC Sturgis of Lititz Pa. Residents owing money should pay promptly and holders of claims must present them to Charles E. Sturgis administrator at 820 Buchanan Ave Lancaster Pa. Joseph B. Wissler attorney.
A playful exchange between a mother and Jimmie as she teases visiting the stork. Jimmie expresses doubt the newborn will recognize him, reflecting a tender family moment.
A hush falls as a man asks his wife about the latest fashions in the newspaper. She notes that the paper is this morning’s edition and a bit out of date.
A humorous line recalls a baliff ordering a woman to court while she tries to host a bridge party. She asks to testify by phone, and the official calmly repeats the summons, highlighting the clash of social duties and procedure.
Dialogue captures a worker asking why to labor so hard. The other answers that it would cost him his job, warning against overexertion and job loss in a terse exchange from Chicago News.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a Mrs Smith and names like Boggs Grogges and Haril. It references barbed wire clothesline and a sum of 44000 in an unclear context. No coherent event or location is discernible from the readable portion.
A short sketch riffs on a character who never spends money. The piece contrasts two callers calling him a cheap skate and notes his thrifty habits with a humorous tone.
A high school boy drives to school in a battered vehicle. When asked about the car he replies with a cryptic FD code and jokes about it being rescued from the dump, reflecting a Portland Express tone.
Letters testamentary granted to J W G Hershey as executor. All debts must be paid promptly to the Lititz Pennsylvania address. Those with claims or demands against the estate should present them for settlement without delay.
Ruth Agnes Kofroth and Bessie Mae Martin as executrices call for all claims against the estate of Albert R. Bear, late of Lititz Pennsylvania, to be presented promptly for settlement to the undersigned.
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