Weekend Notes Show Wide Circle of Lancaster Friends
Miss Alice Gehman takes a two week vacation while many residents from Lancaster and surrounding towns visit relatives. The column lists numerous visits by local residents to family members in Philadelphia Denver Millersville Reading Paradise and other locales with names like Brubaker Showalter and Groff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Gehman
E. L. Sutton
Lancaster
Elianor Diller
Brownstown
Anna. R. Barton
Grace Zell
Mechanicsburg
Joseph Wentz
Philadelphia
P. R. Wentz
Mira
Kate Brubaker
Denver
John Brown
Figs
Edith Hess
Millersville
Cecelia McCreary
Florence Styar
Kate Roland
Ralph Roland
Frank Brubaker
Colebrook
Misa Grace Bair
Harvey Joans
Miay Ella M. Fritz
George Benkett
Frank Harnish
New Danville
N. F. Gutekunst
Gilbert
Stevens
Martin Varnes
Camp Meade
George Varney
William Bair
U.S. Navy
Jason D. Bair
M. R. Latz
Irene
Reading
Florence Styer
Blaine Shirk
Robert
Gourlville
David Styer
C. R. Bair
East Earl
Harvey Johns
Grace Groff
Ira Groff
Paradise
Erma Showalter
Terre Hill
Annie E.weaver
David Gockley
Daniel Hoover, Sr
Graffdale
Florence Poff
York
A. S. Kauffman
Eagle Hotel
Bert Clayman
Law Canter
Eichelberger
Ephrata
R. N. Bowers
E. M. Rutter
Lillie Rutter
Hufford
Pierce
S. H. Richwine
C. S. Fritz
C. 5
Fritz
Ella
D. N Marshall
RS. Brubaker
Letter From France From Corporal Moore Sends Cheer On Mother's Day
Corporal M. Luther Moore of the 149th M. G. Battalion writes from somewhere in France on Mother's Day. He describes routine trench life, readiness to fight, and notes a recent supply of candy and honey. He asks for candy and tobacco, bids mother stay well, and signs off with affection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Luther Moore
149Th
M. G. Battalion
American Expeditionary Forces
France
Gen Pershing
Tam
Mountaineers Arrested on Larceny Charge in Welsh Hills
Three residents were arrested Sunday in the Welsh mountains on larceny charges over theft of bags from Narvoilay meg. The pursuit followed an attempted escape after a confrontation during the arrest. Troopers recaptured the fugitives in a swamp, and they were returned to prison that evening.
Letter From France Describes War News And Hopes For Home
Private Harry J. Rachel writes from Somewhere in France to his mother, dated May 6, 1918. He details good weather with occasional rain, mentions letters from Mrs Barton and Mr Heigler, and expresses a wish for the war to end so the soldiers may return home. He signs as Harry J. Kochel of the 95th Company, 6th Regiment, U.S. Marine Corps, American Expeditionary Forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry J. Rachel
Clarion
France
Harry J. Kochel
Linoleum Plant Worker Killed by Falling Brick
John F. Rein of Armstrong Linoleum Plant Lancaster was killed last Saturday noon when a brick crushed his skull in the plant’s new building. He lived at 426 Nevin Street and formerly ran a Rohrerstown grocery. Survived by wife and adopted daughter funeral held Tuesday with services at Rohrerstown Lutheran Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Gockley
Ira Runck
Frank Holman, Jr
Philadelphia
Isaac H. Snader
Holman
Elmer Steffy
Witmer
A. S. Kauffman
Eagle Hotel
Walter Franklin
Lancaster
D. Gore
A. 5. Kauffman
Eigle Hotel
E. Newton Eby
Robert Brown
Stroudsburg
W. M. Mearig
J. A. Hoffman
Edith
Virginia
Biglersville
Adams County
J. C. Henninger
Esther
Milleraville
Blanche
J.T. Tate
G. F. Hoover
Duncansville
Altoona
Adam H. Martin
Martin
Duncanaville
Abe L. Ranck
Arthur E
Aviation Corps
Madison Barracks
New York
Ranck
Frank B. Hartman
New Holland House
John F. Rein
Armstrong Linoleum
Nevin ‘Street
Rohrerstown
Lutheran Church
Tohn FE
Weloek
Paradise
Sarah Jo Taylor
Cartes
Dolson
Charles Coal
Vaihadedpupas
Cscare
Drotates of
Lawrence
Lucretia
Hore
Ats
Sasol Armie
Bis
Wenger
Wenger of of Paradise
de Aelock
Lonnenesker
Advertisement attention call for Kline Eppihimer Co.
Notice directs readers to view an advertisement from the firm of Kline Eppihimer & Co located in Penn Square Read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kline, Eppihimer, & Co
Penn Square
Read
War Cry Urges Saving Coal For Winter Supply
Public meeting in Firemen's Hall New Holland discusses coal shortage for coming winter. Lancaster County Fuel Committee warns only mid November allowed for use and outlines reduced anthracite output due to fewer miners and wartime demands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiremen's
Lancaster County Fuel Committee
Federal Fuel Administration of Pennsylvania
National Fuel Administration
Harry M. Stauffer
Leola
Charles E. Baker
Baker
Camp Perry Letter From Earle DeHaven Describes Training
From Camp Perry Ohio Earle DeHaven son of Kathryn and the late Clayton DeHaven writes of Small Arms Firing School along Lake Erie's shores. He notes tents, good climate, daily swims, proximity to Cleveland Toledo and Detroit and many officers. He urges Americans to support the war effort and serve their country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. P. DeHaven
Earle DeHaven
Kathryn DeHaven
Clayton DeHaven
Camp Perry
Ohio
Lake Erie
Depe
Wode
Cleveland
Toledo
Detroit
New Holland
Karle
Red Cross Notes Highlight New Members And Activities
New members Miss Florabelle Cleuson Miss Bertha Frank and Levi Amble Jr join a meeting with good attendance. Knitters focus on socks and a future home talent play is planned. A thermometer charm fund drive and Red Cross fund appeal are announced for next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florabelly Cleuson
Bertha Frank
Levi Amble, Jr
Red Cross
Auto Driver Killed Near Quarryville After Plunge
Lester Marquette eighteen residing on Frank Aunent's farm near Quarryville was killed Sunday when his car plunged over an embankment on Scotland road near his home. Witnesses said he appeared to lose control as the vehicle zigzagged then turned turtle twice before coming to rest with him pinned beneath.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lester Marquette
Frank Au Nent
Quarryville
Scotland Road
Marquette
New Holland Fire Company Elects New Members
At a June meeting of the New Holland Fire Company John Hooker and N F Gute kunst were elected to membership. The fire engine fund subscriptions are due to treasurer Geo F Besore at New Holland National Bank. Residents missed in the town canvas are asked to subscribe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Holland ‘Fire Company
John Hooker
N. F. Gutekunst
Geo. F. Besore
New’ Holland National Bank
Besore
New Holland Ordinance Passes Amid Parental Concerns
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a New Holland ordinance discussion touching on parental roles and potential legal implications. The readable items reference a passive observation and possible entrapment by law, with unclear context and names. Further readable details are needed to specify parties or actions.
Death Claims Loved Ones Across Towns In Brief Notices
Obituaries from Ephrata and surrounding areas note deaths from cancer heart disease and complications. Survivors include spouses, children, and siblings, with funeral services held at local churches and cemeteries in Adamstown Reading Park City and Paradise.
The Turn of a Card at Harner's Theatre
At Harner's Theatre tonight star J Warren Kerrigan presents The Turn of a Card a romantic oil field tale with frontier action and fortune won through courage. A jolly comedy follows and Wednesday June 26 Miss Juliette Day stars in The Rainbow Girl with Ford Animated Weekly and Billy Rhodes comedy. Show begins at 8 30 oclock with a display of free household articles and Hillcrest location noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Warren Kerrigan
Mr. Kerrigan
Jimmy Montgomery Farrell
Warbler
Long Island
Juliette Day
Granddad Down
Grandma Cannnot
Faunt
Ford
Billy Rhoades
Big Festival at Blue Ball on July 6
Prominent posters announced a large festival on the Blue Ball School grounds this Saturday evening July 6 to aid the Blue Ball Fire Company. Organizers promise the largest and most enjoyable event yet to support the local fire fighting organization and community involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blue Ball
Blue Ball Fire Company
Hillcrest Opening Sale Scheduled for June 20
Notice of Hillcrest Building opening sale with lots to be offered Saturday afternoon June 20 at 2 o'clock. Cement sidewalks may not be fully finished by opening day but work will continue and each lot will have a sidewalk. Attendance encouraged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillcrest
Ander
Atead
Boy Scout News Draws Interest at Local Meeting
The troop plans a Tuesday evening event at the field reserved for summer scouts activities. New scouts Gilbert Gateguast Howard Rutter and Henry Rutter are recently registered. Parents are invited to attend and support the outdoor program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert Gateguast
Howard Rutter
Henry Rutter
War Savings Meeting at New Holland School House
County chairman Jay M. Schroeder calls for an 8 pm meeting at the New Holland schoolhouse on Friday June 28 to urge pledges to buy Government securities through War Saving societies. President Wilson appeals all to enroll by June 28 to end the enlistment in the home front production drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay M. Schroeder
New Holland
Wilson
War Saving Societies
Great Volunteer Army of Production
When Oury Calls Tie Tsoi in Sewage Tale
Fragmentary text hints at a namesake clash or event involving Oury and Tsoi amid a sewer or urban setting. The garbled lines obscure full meaning but imply a linking of calls and a rural or cityscape action. No clear dates or organizations are readable.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Steigerwalt
Babe
Cherry
Kuantz
Prigon
6Th Regt
U. & Marine Corps
E. F
Firemen’s Hall
Fire Company Notes
New Holland Ord
Mirs
Jacob Sharp
Catharine
State and
Marshall Streets
United Zion's Children Church
Stephen
George Heft
Geore Preftoot
Bowransville
Marys
Charles
Adistown
Wayne
Greorge
Rosa
Sallie Coldren
Adamstown
Caroline Derre
Latherin Church
Ioa
Muddy Creek
Anna Mary Joe
Seaman Place
Lancaster General Hospital
Schlichter
Clarence Ray Schlichter
Mrs. Schlichter
Summit Street
Mockaton
Vurclock
Ilnesa
Ehiner
Gerace
al Attee
Oatnes John Frankhouser
Pear Adamstown
Sereloek Poe
John = Lutherau
Mohnten
Jobo E Wenger
Emma Musser
Emma Moser
Stsanna
Jarob Musser
Upper Leacock Township
Lancaster County
Mary J
C. M. Manzer
John
New Hall
Harner’s Theatre
Henniover
Messra DeHaven & Butts
BOY Scout News
WAR Savingss Meeting
Oury
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