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Newspaper
Nazareth Item
Location
Nazareth, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1934
Page
2
On December 13 1934 a reflection on Christmas symbols notes holly branches hells and snow scenes with green and red decorations as banners of humanity’s cause. It hopes every Christmas tree be bright and every heart joyous.
A column argues that in the richest nation poverty and unemployment are unacceptable and must not be treated as normal. It cites 86 percent of wealth controlled by 19 percent, 10 to 15 million unemployed, and starvation-linked deaths as alarms prompting action against stagnant economy and finance power.
Enthusiastic audiences applauded Nazareth choral society under Miss Yeisley with Gruber's Silent Night and an extensive Nazareth orchestra. Detailed lists name conductor Jesse Kreidler and numerous soloists, chorus members, and accompanists, reflecting a polished season debut.
Obituaries detail Alvin Hordendorf 52 of Nazareth who died at Euston Hospital after an extended stay. Robert H. Siegfried 75, a Bath carpenter and contractor, died of heart trouble. Reuben E. Reese 72, Bushkill township resident, died of a stroke at his son in law’s home. Funeral and burial arrangements listed, with church affiliations and survivors. Also notes infant David Herd’s death at St Luke's Hospital from peritonitis and private funeral details. Local society items mention sick list notes, meeting reminders, and a forthcoming officers nomination and radio party.
An agricultural engineering note argues silage feeding boosts profits for beef and dairy herds. It praises concrete silos for air and water tightness, durability, and high return on investment, noting savings from silage reach hundreds of dollars per year per herd.
The Women’s Democratic Club held a card party last Wednesday evening in Shafer’s Hall on Belvidere Street. Players enjoyed Haas, 500, and Cootie with prizes awarded to multiple members including Mrs. Howard Shafer and Asher Rader in Haas. Door prize went to Mrs. Tilghman Dech.
Whitfield Lodge No 622 Free and Accepted Masons Nazareth held its annual election and installation of officers. After the meeting a luncheon was served with four large roasted turkeys. Officers named include Worshipful Master Meyer Senior Warden Pel Junior Warden Hap Camp 315 Secretary Richard Backistees and President Hazel Itterly.
Miss Martha Koch celebrated her birthday Saturday evening with a party at the Walnut and Church streets corner. Guests included Lawrence Rice family, Wilson Roth, Clarence Mitchell, Raymond Wessner, Stanley Benner, Charles Hoch, Carrie Kolbe, Herbert Johnson, Lewis Efflenberger and others. Card games were played and gifts were received.
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