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Newspaper
New Oxford Item
Location
New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1925
Page
4
In loving remembrance of Mrs Jacob Slothour who departed this life three years ago on April 5. The verse expresses longing for the heavenly home, a brighter view beyond grief, and reunion with loved ones in the Savior’s presence. By Husband and Daughter.
From 155 district champion spellers, named to advance to the semi final and final contests set for Saturday April 4 at the courthouse. Each of the county's 32 districts held spelling contests to select the district champions.
County commissioners awarded printing contracts for registration blanks to Gettysburg Compiler and general election ballots to New Oxford Item while Littlestown Independent handles personal property returns and Gettysburg Times handles primary election ballots. Also, jail improvements were reviewed as Charles Berkheimer of Hanover faced two counts of false pretenses in a case involving checks.
Business opportunities list items for sale including a Leyne enamel range a Reed baby carriage and cheap. Found gold pin claimed by owner upon proof. Chick and seed potato ads plus pigeons cows horses and mules offered. Also rental for two store rooms and a dwelling and restaurant equipment for New Oxford area.
Elizabeth Gentzler widow of Jesse Gentzler marked her 69th birthday at the Rohrbaugh home amid gifts from relatives. She recalls Civil War era events, travels down stairs unaided, and still threads a needle. She spoke of farm life near Bermudian and making large rolls of butter, saying work was a great pleasure.
A man identified as Charles Teague, a cigar maker, died after consuming canned heat for beverage use. His body was found kneeling in a room of the Boecker building by Isaac Smeltzer. The coroner was notified as authorities say Teague melted the cans and ingested the contents. The report also notes memories of Civil War incidents from Mrs. Gentzler and details her family, residence, and late husband.
Fred O. Boyer of Highlandtown was admitted to York hospital in serious condition with gunshot wounds to face and chest. Jacob Bahn, 61, his neighbor and alleged shooter, is jailed awaiting Boyer’s outcome. Bahn’s alleged improper conduct toward the Boyers is cited as motive.
Easter specials offer a player piano valued at 700.00 for 485.00 with 25 rolls scarf and bench included. Nace's Music Stores, Inc. markets the bundle to shoppers seeking discounted antique style instruments this holiday season.
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