Mt Zion Women Plan July Outing At Ephrata Park
Mrs Mary Yelk hosts 29 members of the Friendly Circle of Rural Women at Mt Zion in a June meeting. Plans were made for the boys and girls outing and a dinner at Ephrata Park on July 16 for about 100 people. The program included readings and instrumental numbers. A roast chicken banquet for 16 was held by the Willing Workers class.
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Mary Yelk
Mt. Zion
John M. Bruckhart
New Holland
Lancaster City
Ephrata Park
Harry
Robert
Corneta
Clara ‘Martin
Frances Phenegar
Marcella
Swoltzer
Ephrata
Parke
W.‘Bowers
Bareville
Fry
Getz
Mamie Weitzel
Emma L. Lausch
Lizzie
A.snader
Chester
White Horse
Arthur” Phenegar
Springville
Dorothy
Clyde Martin
John Martin
Geraldine Sommers
Misa Esther Spotts
Leroy ‘Hillard
Helen Martin
Berths Ep
Glenn
Kearney Hil
Farewell Sermon for Rev. M J Brinton in Churchtown
The Rev M J Brinton will preach his farewell sermon to both Churchtown and Morgantown Methodist Episcopal congregations this Sunday June 29 before leaving for Tower City on July 10 to begin new duties. His ministry saw renewed life and the churches’ debt canceled. Friends wish him blessings in his new field and to his family.
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M. Je Brinton
Churchtown
Morgantown
Episcopal Churches
Brinton
Tower City
Churchtown -Church
M Shirk
Lancaster
Co. S. ‘Duttershofer
Indiantown
Gap
Earl. Gehman
Dix
William
Weaver
Methodist
Bible
Emanuel Martin
Joe
Martin
Goodville
Gretz
Philadelphia
Reymond
Color-Fast Bananas Improve Flavor with Fruit Juices
Bananas retain color and gain flavor when sprinkled with equal parts orange and lemon juice before mixing into batter, according to the article. The method emphasizes preserving hue and enhancing taste through citrus treatment prior to use.
Speedy Tornado Plane Faster British Hawker Single Seater
Reports state the British Royal Air Force has a new single seat Hawker Tornado capable of about 425 miles per hour. The aircraft marks a notable advance in speed for RAF fighters.
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Royal Air Force
Heparin Origin Explained as Blood Clotting Inhibitor
The article explains heparin as a naturally occurring body substance that inhibits blood clotting. It notes the name derives from its extraction being possible from the liver.
Alternating Shoes and New Mahogany Jewelry Trends
Advice on extending shoe life suggests having at least two pairs and rotating wear to reduce leather wear and perspiration. The text notes mahogany jewelry with modern designs in a new amber shade as a striking feature.
Beethoven Deafness Onset At Age Twenty Eight
The article notes Beethoven showed symptoms of deafness at the age of 28, marking the early signs of his later profound hearing loss. It highlights his status as a great composer and the impact of his auditory decline on his work.
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Beethoven
Peaches Native Origins Claimed as China
A brief note discusses peaches being native to China and outlines the long association between the fruit and Chinese agriculture. It mentions the plant’s historical cultivation and diffusion to other regions.
Summers Family Observes Father’s Day at Home
Services were held at Mt Zion United Brethren Church with Rev. F E Druckenbrod in charge. The children and grandchildren of Peter Summers gathered at the Summers home on Sunday June 16 for a family Father's Day dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Zion United
Bedford man revives art of hand weaving
Bedford Pennsylvania craftsman Roger Millen, 24, pushes a home industry of All-American hand woven fabrics as wartime yarn shortages boost demand. He built three looms, trains workers, and sells tweed cloth locally after Waterside mill aids supply. Millen plans expansion and farm leasing as his work gains recognition.
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Pennsylvania
Bedford
Department of Commerce
Roger
Millen
Pennsylvania ‘Department of Commerce
Mil-len
Waterside
Hampshire
Shropshire
Mil. Jenagys
Mellon Institute of Pittsburgh
Penn- Craft
Brownsville
Penn-Craft
Gasoline Tax Surpasses Billion Dollar Mark
The 1939 fuel levy exceeded one billion dollars for the first time with receipts above that amount by December 15. In 1940 the billion dollar threshold was reached about November 16 according to estimates.
All America Selections Chooses Outstanding Flower Introductions
All America Selections holds annual competitive trials judged by competent officials to select the outstanding flower varieties of the year. The American Seed Trade 2880 elation notes this program recognizing top introductions in horticulture.
Early Steamboats and Railroads in History
The passage notes that steamboats operated in the country before steam railroads. It claims the first steamboat appeared in 1607 and the first steam railroad in 1631, and reflects on a remark about finding a manager in London.
Standing in Pan for Nut and Fruit Breads
The article discusses whether doughs can rest in the pan for 20 to 30 minutes before baking to allow volume. It explains factors like yeast activity and dough handling that affect final rise and texture, advising on timing to avoid overproofing or underproofing.
Flags Have Floated Over Biloxi Since Civil War Era
In Biloxi Mississippi the article notes several national banners the United States flag and the flags of France Spain England the Confederacy and the current U S flag have flown over the city across history.
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Fisgs
France
Spain
England
The
Confederacy
United States
Biloxi
Miss
Local Dairyman Elected To Holstein Association
Henry M Liedhof of R 2 New Holland is among forty seven Pennsylvanians admitted to the Holstein Friesen Association of America by unanimous vote of the Board. Applicants must show progressiveness in dairy practice and integrity. Liedhof was recommended by Luke W Martin of Goodville Brattleboro Vermont.
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New Holland
Pennsylvania
Holstein-Friesian Association of ‘Ameri‘ca
Brattleboro
Vermont
Siedhof
Luke W. Martin
Goodville
Generosity Drives Toy Drive for Underprivileged Children
Los Angeles county coordinating committee sponsors an annual drive for unused or worn-out toys. Reconditioned and repaired, they are loaned to less privileged youngsters, similar to library book loans. Mothers are asked to rummage attics and closets to send along playthings outgrown or forgotten.
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Los Angeles County Coordinating Committee
Local selectees announced for southern camps this week
At New Cumberland this week the local selectees were listed for southern camps. To Camp Lee Virginia Vernon M Reynolds Davis F Clemson Maurice H Harnish New Holland R2 To Fort Eustis Virginia John P Chal fant Christiana Lester Beam Bareville James L Irons this borough To Camp Wallace Texas Benjamin R Northeimer Narvon Woodrow L Showers Banks Alfred Smallwood Christiana Leater Snyder Ephrata Lester B Neoe ewanger Bareville Raymond M Reinhart Kinzer Walterd Simmons New Holland R2 Roland R Snader New Holland No Clothes for Rhodes Cecil Rhodes refused to try on new clothes fearing ill luck or disappointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Cumberland
Camp Lee
Vernon M. Reynolds
Davis
F. Clemson
Maurice H Harnish
New Holland
Fort Eustis
John P. Chalfant
Christiana
Lester
Qe Beam
Bareville
James L. Irons
Camp
Sailors from Shetland Islands Press To Sea
One fifth of the Shetland Islands population, about four thousand men, are now at sea. The region reports many more join naval service as tensions rise and wartime efforts expand.
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Shetland
Hershey to wrap chocolate in paper to save aluminum
Hershey Chocolate Corporation announces packaging all chocolate bars in moisture and grease proof paper to conserve aluminum for defense. Kisses may return to foil later, but current plan eliminates aluminum use in wrappers for now.
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Hershey" ‘Chocolate Corporation
Wind Velocity Variation Across U.S. Cities in 1939
Wind velocity shows small year long variation in most U S cities based on monthly averages. Buffalo N Y recorded a maximum 17 8 mph in January 1939 and a low 3 6 mph in December while other areas averaged about 2 4 mph yearly change.
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U. S
Buffalo
N.Y
Lander
Wyo
Community Notices From Greenbank and Surroundings
Greenbank reports weekend visits as Mr. and Mrs. I. N. Houck and families travel to New Jersey to visit Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Parry. Harnish relatives, including Paul Willis and Evelyn Harnish, attend New Cumberland Camp with Maurice Harnish. Palmer family visits Strasburg for daughter’s event. Mary Jane Shaub weekends with Miriam Hamish. Ranches attend Harry Hoover funeral in Kinzer. Hillard hosts Snader family and Miss Shelly from Clifton Heights Sunday.
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I. N. Houck
Chester ‘Houck
Alice. Houck
New. Jeraey
Arthur Parry
Arid -Birs
Paul Harnish
Willis
Harnish
Charles
Evelyn Harnish
Ben
New Cumberland ‘Camp
Maurice Harnish
Virginia
John Hillard
Martin
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Vail
Pennsylvania Reserve Defense Corps
James Clemm
Harrisburg
Paurisytenals
Trop I
104Th Savalsyy
Ays
Fes
Mackinaw
Mt. Zion News
Endeavor Society
Hayes Geiger
Churchtown‘ News
China
London
Holstein
Rhodes
Cecil ‘Rhodes
Greenbank News
William Palmer
Strasburg
Harold Yung- Inger
Jane
Shaub
Miriam
Hamish
Lavi ‘Ranch
Harry Hoover
Kinzer
Buick
CEN
Fi Vint
Mich
East End
Aaron
New Holland, Pa
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