Church Calendar and Local Society Officers Named
The Ladies Aid met at the parsonage, plans for the Holy Communion service were shared, and all members were urged to attend. The teen league elected Maria Bender as president and Emory Bowers as vice president, with Vera Dicktsheid secretary and Mary Rutter treasurer. The Sunday School Association held its annual meeting, districts reported bills paid with $2 in treasury, and M Mearig named superintendent for the new year with Elmer Fasnacht as assistant. The Binny School Association elected Max Arcretary as president Mrs Paul Hess ure Emma Diller as secretary, with further officers elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holy Comunion
Tee League
Maria Bender
Emory Bowers
Véra Dickttsheid
Mary .Rutter
Sunday Acchool Association
Mearig
Elmer Fasnacht
Townsley
Rutter
Stganist
Anna
Binny
Ladies
Max Arcretary
Paul. Hessure
Emma Diller
Teachers Local Institute Annual Meeting Held
A Teachers Local Institute meeting was held for the annual program in New Holland. The event focused on educational improvements and local teacher training sessions led by the association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New
Holland
Die New. Holland
Lancaster Woman Fatally Burned At Home
Mrs Elizabeth Zook a 77 year old Lancaster leather dealer died after being severely burned when coal ignited her clothing in the kitchen. She managed to reach the sink and extinguish the flames but not before injury proved fatal. Surviving are sons Harry L Kurtz and Catherine at home and sisters Harriet Hackman Laura Rathfon Emily Brown. Funeral held at 11 am Thursday from 40 South Prince Street with private interment in Greenwood Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth
Zook
Morris’ Zook
Lancaster
Henry '.Locher
St. John's Episcopal Church
Harry L
Newark
Kurtz
Lan
Catherine
Henrietta Hackman
Laura, Rathfon
Emily Brown
South
Prince Street
Greenwood Cemetery
Local Social News From Honey Brook Area
Mrs. Edwin Wertz spent a day with her daughter Mrs Morris Kieffer near Honey Brook. Mrs G S M Kauffroth and three daughters Ruth Sara and Mary called on Mrs William Hyman and Mrs Isaac Means. Born to Mr and Mrs Walter Hillard a son. Scott Gehman Cedar Lane to lead Alert Store duties late February as Mr Kauffroth retires to farm. Revival services ongoing at Mt Airy U E church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin Wertz
Morris ‘Kieffer
Honey Brook
Ruth
Sara
Mary
William Hyman
Isaac Means
Walter Hillard
George Hillard
Charles Moore
Bequea
Oscar Moore
Henry Houck
Celia Kauffroth
Geo. Myers
Leonard Hillard
Samuel Patton
Scott Gehman
Cedar Lane
Kauffroad
Edwin Ream
Bessie
Helen Campman
Edna Shirk Recovers After Illness and Local Socials Noted
Edna Shirk, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. Shirk, was ill for two weeks but recovered with care from Dr. Hendrixson of New Holland. A quilting party hosted by Mrs. John Weaver occurred on December 31. Several local residents attended funerals and visited at the Moore home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna
Shirk
Hendrixson
New Holland
John Weaver
Reece Gh
John. B
Brubaker
Samuel
Wm. D. Moore
Seaman Place
Isaac Shirk
George Seldomridge
Alee
Edgar
Houck
Minnie
Moore
Hinkletown Families Host Mary Nolt Gathering
Mr and Mrs John H Nolt and Mrs Joseph Hoover with children from Bareville and Hettie Nolt plus Mr and Mrs Peter Nolt and Mrs John Horst of Hinkletown were guests of Mary Nolt at serra co job printing dot crintin Fourg TM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John H. Nolt
Joseph
Hoover
Bareville
Peter Nolt
Hettie Nolt
Aaron’ ‘Nolt
Voganville
John Horst
Farm and bank directors listed across counties and towns
A long list of names appears as directors for farmers, banks, and national institutions. The roster includes numerous individuals such as Bo Le Noir D G Rane chee Amos Genserte Martin and H C W Shostalter among others, spanning Blue Ball Intercourse Gap Brownstown Terre Hill and related locales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meee
Bo le Noir
D.G
Rane Chee Amos
Genserte Martin
Behachter
Hag Hertt
eNa Bill
D. P
Herr
Amios
Bob
Roseboro
Pi. Li
Reidenbach
H.C. W. Shostalter
M .D
Harry L. “Stauffer
G. Weidman
Dangerous Narrow Bridge On State Highways Needs Change
Wm Boehringer and E Jay Nissley from Florin escaped a collision near a narrow railroad bridge on the state highway between Honey Brook and Beartown. Their large Hudson touring car grazed a truck in the sharp curve, revealing repeated near misses as pedestrians and drivers urged railroad officials to act. A petition signed by many urged the state to modify the bridge to prevent future accidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Boehringer
E. Jay Nissley
Florin
Honey Brook
Beartown
Local social notes from Morgantown area residents
Mrs. James Nixdorf and family hosted relatives from Supplee. David Sweigart of Lancaster visited for New Year. George and family stayed in Baltimore. Webster Muhlenburg in Birdstore. Local youths skated at Herizler and Weaver dam. J A Miller reports ice house full. Margaret Hoffman and brother Walter spent weekend in Bareville. A R Sweigart traveled to Lancaster Tuesday afternoon. Reubert Kurtz and Heber Reeser attended an auto show in New York. some attended Joseph Weaver sale in Churchtown. J H Byler and Robert spent Friday and Saturday in Mifflin County for business. B T Kurtz worked last week census work for Caernarvon Township. Supt Madnes of Berks county visited schools here this week. Weather forecasts warning of more storms on Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Nixdorf
Near
Supplee
A. R. Sweigart
David Sweigart
Lancaster
George Muhlenburg
Baltimore
Webster Muhlenburg
Birdstore
Herizler's
Weaver
J. A. Miller
Margaret ‘Hoffman
Walter
Bareville
Reubert Kurtz
Heber Reeser
New York
Joseph Weaver
Churchtown
J.H. Byler
Ama Gon
Robert
Mifflin County
Kurtz
Caernarvon-township
Madnes
Berks County
Harner's Theatre Tonight Presents Fascinating Picture Feature
Tonight at Harner's Theatre a fascinating picture will be presented. The program promises interest and an engaging showcase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
At. Harner
Silk Mill opening marks extended plant addition
The Silk Mill, Storby Snader & Co. celebrated a large addition with a formal opening attended by employees, stockholders and families. Roth's Orchestra provided music, dancing and tables with cards, plus an extensive luncheon serving 800 guests. The event highlighted the town's growing textile industry under Mr. Gilfillan's management since 1894 and the company’s evolving capacity and ownership through 1910.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Storby Snader & Co
Roth
Lancaster
Jas. Gilfillan
Mne
Gilfillan
Diller & Sutton
John
Robert
Manchlin
Asi
Jas
A. Gilfillan
T. M
S Rb. Capader ‘&: ‘Co
Jilted Lover Shoots Self After Phone Ring At Stoecke Home
Milton Davis, a former silk mill worker and local athlete, attempted suicide Saturday night by a 38 caliber gun after a phone ring at the Stoecke home in Mahanoy. He was found on the pavement with a bullet wound near the heart and was hospitalized with poor recovery prospects. Davis is the son of Mrs. Irving Foreman, formerly of the borough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton
Davis
Mahanoyity
Saturda
Detective Agency
Violet Stahler
Stoeckes
Caernarvon Township Lax on School Attendance and Vaccination
The Caernarvon Township board shows many compulsory school age pupils not attending and others not meeting attendance or vaccination requirements. East Earl and Chester County enforce both laws, while Caernarvon likely neglects reporting violations. The author calls for accountability and progress against neighboring towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caernarvon
East Earl
Chester County
Large tobacco shed burns near Reamstown
A fire destroyed a large tobacco shed and contents belonging to W. S. Bucher, killing over $2,000 in tobacco, $200 in honey bees, a motorcycle and farm implements. The blaze, likely from an overheated stove pipe, was stopped from spreading to the barn by Ephrata Fire Company, with an estimated total loss around $3,000, partially insured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. S. Bucher
Reamstown
Defiver
Ephrata Fire Company
Textile mill expansion adds hundreds of looms and space
The 1919 addition extends the plant to 97,700 square feet with 460 looms and 300 workers, plus 250 more looms planned to reach 710 capacity. Auxiliary gear includes 27 winding machines, 1500 winding spindles, 3500 winding spindles and several other machines powered by electricity, all heated by steam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Foye
The
Corporation
Christiana
Annual Banquet Highlights Camp 40 Patriotic Order
The Camp 40 Patriotic Order Sons of America in this borough held its annual banquet with over fifty members attending. Six applicants were initiated, and a spread of sour kraut, pork, mashed potatoes, beef, cheeses, olives, pickles, bread, butter, and coffee followed the session. The gathering lasted into the night with camaraderie and good cheer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patriotic Order
America
Rising Divorce Rates in Lancaster County Since 1850
The article traces divorce trends in Lancaster County from 1850 to 1917, noting a steady rise as population grows and marriages hastily formed. Annual divorces climbed from 16 in 1850–60 to 145 on average after 1910, with 126–175 yearly figures in recent years, reflecting social unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lancaster County
Whiskey Theft From Harting Distillery Bond
A hole was cut through the brick wall of the Harting distillery bonded warehouse near Lititz and a large quantity of whiskey valued at up to $1,000 was stolen. No clues identify the thieves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ardent
Harting
Lititz
Fire Company to Stage Local Talent Show
The Fire Company prepares a two night show January 28 and 24 with rehearsals underway. Promises plenty of fun and jokes for the community. Admission is 33 cents with war tax, reserved seats 44 cents at Stauffer's Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stauffer’s Drug Store
Bareville School to Host Friday Entertainment for Funds
Arrangements are under way at Bareville school for an evening program Friday January 30 featuring vocal and instrumental music recitations dialogues and other features. Proceeds fund an organ and a museum cabinet for the school room, supporting the school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bareville
East Earl Social Notes and Local Visit Highlights
East Earl area residents report a weekend of family visits and gatherings. Mr and Mrs John S Ewell joined relatives in Ardmore after attending the Philadelphia Automobile Show. Horace Martin and family spent Sunday in Goodville with Mrs Elizabeth Martin and Warren Stauffer. Mrs George Weaver visited Monday at Blue Ball with sister Mrs John Hacker. Harry Berstler and family joined Sundaistrong at the home of Mr and Mrs John H Stauffer. Mrs Mary Oberholzer and children along with Mr and Mrs Harry Bower of the CW spent Sunday afternoon with H. A number of the children are noted for having grown up. The local note mentions heavy colds and small pork purchases last Thursday, with eras and Miller as referenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John S. ‘Ewell
Philadelphia
Ardmore
Horace Martin
Goodville
Elizabeth Martin
Warren Stauffer
George Weaver
Mary
Social notes from Lancaster area weekend visits and travels
Mrs. Elmer Loomis spent Monday in Lancaster. Mrs. Anne Mason of Ephrata visited relatives here. Mr. C. S. Zwally and family were in Akron with her parents. Madison Dietrich of Mechanicsburg visited town. Miss Clara and P. Jennie DeHaven called on Monday afternoon in Lancaster. William Clime of Terre Hill spent Sunday with his mother in Lancaster. Miss Alice Ranch of Lancaster visited Sunday with relatives. Mrs. Elizabeth Jessop of York stayed here this week with Kate Roland. Deiner Shirk and family of Green Bank spent Sunday with Ludwig Pflaumer. Jason Rife and family of Steelton visited with his parents. Mrs. Margaret Eshleman of Philadelphia spent part of the week with relatives here. Charles Meredith and daughter Emily went to Allentown for a visit. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. S. Paxson of Lancaster visited Mrs. Paxson's mother. Ira B. Groff and wife and Dorothy visited Milton Groff and David Gockley families in Paradise. Mrs. Harvey Johns of Lancaster visited her in-laws here. Roland N. Klemmer returned to the University of Pennsylvania after time with his mother. Adm. Shiffer went to Philadelphia for weeks with his daughter and friends. E. L. Roseboro and others attended the funeral of R. H. Brubaker in Lancaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Loomis
Lancaster
Anne Mason
Ephrata
C. S. Zwally
Akron
Madison Dietrich
Mechanicsburg
Clara
P. Jennie DeHaven
William Clime
Terre Hill
Emma Clime
Alice Ranch
J. E. S. Paxson
Paxson
R. S. Brubaker
Ira B. Groff
Dorothy
Paradise
Milton Groff
David Gockley
Harvey Johns
Robert
Clayton R. Bair
Roland N. Klemmer
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Hallie Klemmer
United Brethren Church Evangelistic Services
The local United Brethren Church promotes the United Enlistment Movement with nightly evangelistic services and a larger choir. Weeknight services start at 7 PM, excluding Monday, with visiting ministers on some evenings. Everyone is invited to join the effort to win men to Christ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Brethren Church
United Enlistment Movement
Kingdom of God
Christ
Tobacco Trash Purchase Offer in New Holland Pa
A. B. GROFF advertises payment of 5c per pound for clean tobacco trash based in paper. No suckers or sweeping. Written or phone by press date as order may recall. New Holland Pennsylvania. adv 1-3-tf
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Groff
New Holland
Dog License Notice Under 1917 Act at New Holland
Under the Act of Assembly of 1917 any dog six months or older must be licensed by January 15 each year. Applications for dog licenses are taken at the office of David H. Styer, Justice of the Peace, New Holland, Penna. Adv. 1-3-t&
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David H. Styer
Justice of the Peace
New Holland
Penna
Hershey Pickell Rites Unite In Paradise Parsonage
Hershey Aaron Hershey of Cardone and Miss Mary Frances Pickell of Gordonville were married at the B Parsonage in Paradise by Rev Allen G Nye. Attendants were Mr and Mrs Buckwalter of Gordonville and the groom’s brother-in-law. The couple honeymooned in Baltimore. Hershey works for La Park Seed and Plant Company and plans to reside in Paradise after spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hershey
Pickell
C. Aaron Hershey
Cardone
Mary
Frances
Bart
B.parsonage
Paradise
Allen G
and- M Buckwalter
Gordonville
Baltimore
Mr. Hershey
la’ Park
Unclear fragment on chicken hatching and orders
Fragmentary OCR text mentions chicken hatching and day old shipments with scattered terms like orders and early. No coherent event or entities present.
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Faibed
Michael W. Hurst
Talmage
Lancaster General Hospital
Dap
Dp. Winters
United Evangelical Church
Bestown
Terre Hills
Barbara Bohnert
George G. Bohnert
Bavaria
Germany
Zion Lutheran If Uch
John Bentz
Naperville, Ill
George Bohnert
Reading
Ida Hollingsworth
Loncaster
Emma
Zion Luther- Amchurch
J. C. Henninger
Curge
Grinity Lutheran Church
VICI
Hinkletown
Blue” Ball National
Jacob Hartz
MH. Grube
Ee Awe “Qberholtzer
M. S. Rinck
GC. Seldemridge
Isaac D. Eby
High
First National
Intercourse
Harry ‘L.rhoads
John L. Leaman
Victor
D. "Kling
Phares B. Buckwalter
Elmer D. Leaman
Jacob C. Baker
J. Frank Denlinger
Brownstown National
A. V. Walter
W. M. Zook
S. H. Wolf
J. W. Butt
J. H. Reitz
W. B. Girvin
Aaron W. Buch
R. M. Shiffer
D. W. Ranck
Terre Hill National
David W. Artz
Joseph Marks
Milton Yohn
Frederick Gross
William H. Martin
Rudy Brossman
F. S. Stover
Morgantown
Arner
Munity
Caernarvon Township
P.O. S
A. Boom
Hezekiah's
Bareville School
Adm. Shiffer
David Crumley
E. L. Roseboro
John Roland
Charles Diller
Annie Diller
Elizabeth Sprecher
R. H. Brubaker
United Brethren Church Evangelistic Services
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