Local Happenings and Town News of New Oxford
New Oxford items report West High street residence repainted J Z Rudisill sells White Hall property to Jacob Sheely Gettysburg council orders town cleanup Cashtown butcher Hartman ill with diphtheria Alwine Bros Berlin Junction brickworks employ over 30 make 32000 daily Andrew J Weikert sells 100 acre farm to Marlin Weikert for 4700 Bank building near completion set to open Sept 1 Gettysburg to play New Oxford Aug 29 at 2 30 p m James Rider farm Two Taverns sold to Daniel D Reaver Reaver sells to Webster Snyder Corenago Beneficial Society to run $1 excursion to Baltimore Sept 7 Public schools reopen Aug 31 Parochial schools open Sept 1 Stough of Qualityville completes painting Oxford township schools Farm improvements at Farmers & Merchants Bank Thieves steal chickens at Granite Hill Wible farm in Cumberland township sold 140 acres at 37 25 an acre Lucinda Caler sells 18 acres in Union township Rev Weisley leaves for White Water Kan Army enlistments Sandoe and Kesselring sons join U S Army Staub injured in Hanover explosion improving Shanabrook to sell property Sept 19 Lost open-face silver watch between New Chester road bridge and Himes farm Edward Kaiser trades West High street home Lost watch reward offered Several 70 acre farms sold or bought plus new bank building progress and local school openings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nace, Son & Co
C. B. Hartman
Cashtown
Jacob Minter
Alwine
Marlin Weikert
Fairfield
Arendtsyile National Bank
Auker’s Drug Store
Corenago Beneficial Society
Edge Grove
Baltimore
E. C G. Stough
Qualityville
Oxford Township
Farmers & Merchants Bank
George Ewart
Granite Hill
Peroxide Cream Promises Clearer Complexion
Druggists offer Peroxide Cream for skin troubles at 25c. Removes blackheads, clears the complexion and does not grow hair. Ep. T. Auxer, 4. D S, Repre Sculative.
Sad End of John Shorb Hanover
John Shorb employed by Abediah Worley on John Ferry farm near Hanover was found dead August 23 along the W M Railroad near Forry's crossing. The coroner’s jury determined he died after being accidentally hit by a paving train on the W M Railroad between midnight August 22 and dawn August 23, suffering head injuries and multiple fractures. He was about age 40 and survived by two half brothers and four sisters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanover
Johuo Shorb
Abediah Worley
John Ferry
W. M
Forry’s Crossing
Ueborough Thuus
Emanuel Zortman
Shorb
Justce E.R
Crawson
Abbottstown Street
Perhops
Welley
York
Ridge Avenue
Charles Myesy
Wire Cloth
Shanabrook
Brotlers
Dine Hall
Hamstead
Mai
Howe
Squire Witmer
Aap
Jobin
Sunlay
Ata
Penn Wwnehip
York County
New Oxford
Reim Thisi
Stricken with Paralysis Mr Mauss Near West End Shoe Maker
Mr Mauss, a small shoe manufacturer above the West End grocery on Pitt Street, was seized with paralysis Monday. He had been in fragile health for months and was taken to Hanover for treatment before a special train conveyance home to his mother’s residence. His left side is paralyzed and he is partly conscious, with a serious condition overall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Tree
AL Mags
West End
Pitt Street
Mauss
Hanover
Dr. Keller
George G. Jacobs
Jacobs
Ole
Aged Gentleman Injured by Fall in East Berlin
Mr Abdiel F Hit, formerly of this place, living with Mr Harry Miller in East Berlin, fell on the pavement Monday morning after a vertigo attack. He sustained a deep gash on the forehead and injuries to the heel and left arm, and a partial elbow dislocation. A physician treated him. he is in the Sith year of age and now recovering at his daughter Mrs Kate W Himes’ home, though in considerable pain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abdiel F
Harry Miller
East Berlin
Resurant
Gitts
Kate W. Himes
Cieante Lackenbaugh
Couunty
Cumberland Township
Round Top
Luckenbaugh
York County
Truman Luckenbaugh
President Miller Hurt In Horse Incident Near Hampton
Miley Miller of near Hampton and head of the Farmers and Merchants Bank and Democratic County Committee suffered facial injuries when a horse at Hotel Oxford stable bucked and struck him. A local physician treated the injuries. The report mentions Paul L. Foulk returning home from York Hospital after surgery on July 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miller
Miley Miller
Hampton
Farmers & Merchants Bank
Democratic County Committee
Genysburg
Oxford
Moscomer
Public Sale Noted At Sentt Farm In Hamilton Township
Mr Charles Sentt plans a public sale of farm stock and personal property at his Hamilton township home on September 12. Posters advertise the event. Meantime M C Topper has left the Sentt farm and moved his family from Livingston to the same farm. William Langheigh of York will occupy the Livingston home and run the blacksmithing business at the old stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A J. Shanabrook
Iowa
Gulden
Charles Sentt
Berliot
Hamilton Township
M. C. Tepper
Mr. Sentt
Livingston
Mountpleasant Township
Wm. Langheigh
York
Death Doings. Numerous Local Infant and Adult Deaths
A string of obituaries from York County list Georgie May Malone age 22 months who died after illness, and several other children and adults. John Jumper dial, Bernard Topper, Jacob Jacobs, Bernant Carrol, Joseph Fink, Cl eante Lackenbaugh, George Myers, Helen Weaver, Martin Grove, Harry Klinger, Alfred Slonaker, and Rice family members are noted. Survivors include wives, children, siblings, and in some cases, noted occupations and former residences.
Parish Interment for Mrs Matikin Lynard Held at Paradise
Mrs Matikin Lynard widow of Henry Lynard formerly of near Hanover died at her daughter Mrs Chas Hoffman’s home in York. Interment at Paradise Catholic church follows a Wednesday morning service. She was aged about four score and years and was survived by two sons and two daughters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Grove
Mermine
Reading Township
Fast Berlin
John Denvimansdale
Ervin
Warrishire - Paul
Getburg
Charles
Jacob Grove
McClure
Dillsburg
William T. Delane
Paradise Township
York County
Abbottstown
Tie
Matikin Lynard
Henry Lynard
Hanover
Chas. Hoffman
York
Exciting Experience On Horse Draft Near Oxion Town
Mr M Gi Colestock driver of a wagon pulled a horse named Putte G. on a trip toward the edge of town when the horse kicked breaking the harness strap. The animal jerked the shaft and toppled the wagon causing the driver to cling to the reins and cry out as bystanders restrained the horse. No serious injuries reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mir C
Serious Injuries in Carriage and Horse Accident
Charles Sanders of Bonnaeville sustained severe injuries after a horse drawing Mrs Sanders carriage bolted on a Sunday night. Sanders held the reins and was dragged when the animal plunged, injuring his head and forehead. the wheels and carriage also caused bruises as the horse toppled. He remains under medical care with Mrs Sanders and their children nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Sanders
Bonneaueville
Saunders
Wall
Ab Automobile
Charles Hudisill
Sander
Mr. Sanders
John Miller
Cave
Senters Ivinige
Sanders
Rooster Walks Wire At Home Of Mr DM Yohe
A rooster balances on a wire stretched from a gate to a 12 foot post as a local attraction near New Chester. Reports say the feat is remarkable and draws attention from observers including Mr Thomas of the nearby farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DM. Yohe Heat
New Chester
Exeryi
Leo Yen Teoster
Thomas
Skank Farm
Baseball Riot Sparks Turmoil in Alwar Township
A chaotic scene at a local ballgame in Alwar township ends with unrest and injuries. Reports indicate a large crowd, damaged property, and police presence as fans clash after the home team’s controversial call.
Tax Notice Abatement Heads to September 1
Tax notice states a five percent fine with abatement guidance. The document references Wz head Fax ex Bins and Keeney with September 1 as a key date. Lhepoated lector appears as a readable fragment in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keeney
Dressmaking Ad and Local Incidents in Town
An advertisement seeks dressmaking at Mrs Catherine Hartman home by Miss Maudie Mernes of Philadelphia Street New Oxford offering prompt service and reasonable prices. The piece also notes new industrial activity including brick and cement products and a factory inquiry. it mentions a public altercation resulting in a man receiving care for a swollen eye.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catharine Hartman
Mautirs Mernes
Philadelphia Street
New Oxford
Property sale for Baltimore and Thighs streets building site
The Treasury Department notified three property owners Wi Mesherry Exp Dr FW Cor and Charles FE Stabile Esq that the northeast corner of Baltimore and Thighs streets will host a new state government building with a purchase price of 324 000. The sale includes conditions on title certification and improvements, and funds disbursed as 25 500 to Stabile and other terms. A separate incident reported involved a horse ridden by Marin Frey near Brushtown that bolted, injuring a woman and the horse owner. the animal was later shot after veterinary evaluation.
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Baltimore
Thighs
Cixsevs Borg
Congress
Mesherry
Cor
Charles FE. Stabile
Treasury Department
Acd
Weaver Piano Ad Promises Long-lasting Quality
A concise Weaver Piano Co advertisement from York Pennsylvania argues that study of music demands the best instrument. It asserts the Weaver organ piano delivers good tone and lasting value, presenting the piano as a durable, affordable choice for discerning players.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weaver
Weaver Organ « Piano Co
York
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Edward Kaiver
West High Street
J. Z Rudisill
White Hall
Jacob Sheely
Gettysburg
James Rider
Two Taverns
Daniel D. Reaver
Mr. Reaver
Webster A. Snyder
Wible
Margaret Wible
Lucinda Caler
Union Township
Schildt
Bart
Riley Miller
Mr. Weisley
The
Reformed Church
White Water
Kansas
Edgar, Luther and
Clarion Sandoe
H. P. Sandoe
Roy Kesselring
Isaac Kesselring
Biglerville
United States Army
William Staub
Catharine Staub
Stone Bridge
New Chester Road
Wm. F. Thomas
Himes
Edward Kaiser
Wm. C. Herman
Rindlaub
Mr. Kaiser
Same Township
Lewis D. Sell
Carlisle Pike
Harry Willet
Charles Dearborn
Henrietta Fickes
Pines Church
Straban Township
Willis Bover
Wen. Anthony’s
J. J. Hartman
Philadelphia
Washington, D. IC
E. A. Weaver
Nevin Tschop
Geo. Tschop
Ex-t
Berlin
U.S
Porto Rico
W. T. Lines
Jubns Hopkins Hospital
Henry
Todd Hospital
Carlisle
Newville
Conover
Mr. Jor
Howard & Conover
Lovust Hill
Emma C. Bair
G. Milton Bair
Edward W. Bair
Bastian
Joseph Gebhart
Bon“neanville
Adbirdes J. Spangler
A. C. Thompson
Mr. Quicker
Jacob Link
George Rittell
McSherrystown
Sam Dawson
Lew Myers
Cobbling
York City Hospital
John W. Baughman
York City
Frank Beckfer
Baughman
Cedar Ridge
Emma
Kate Crouse
National
John Shorb
Paul L. Foulk
Levi A. Foulk
White Hat
Lai
Georgie
John Spyier
Bonnyauville
Cholers
John Jumper Dial
McCommins
Tees
Day
Bernant Carrol
Bernard Topper
Mexherrystown
Joseph Fink
Sherrystown
George W. Myers
George G. Miers
Mr. Myers
Washington
Gettyeburg
Mary , Myers
Helen Gertrude Weaver
Ernest G. Weaver
Frielar
Itarry Marshall Klinger
Getyshire
Alfred Slenaker
Cumberland
Franklin
Mummasbure
Slonaker
Harry
Somaire
Allesheny
Rami
Settys
Ted
Pittsburg
Paradise Catholic Church
Rooster
Chambersburg
Harry Fiehman
Art Mire
Frieldman
Chandlerburg
Cie
Maryland
Port Cavington
Charles Stand
John Stanh
Smith
Irishtown
Peter Fleshman
John Laughman
Mr. Laughman
Laughman
Stanb
Alwar
Fur
Sealion Servicess Fur Terres Rout Bk
New Ostord
Spring Grove
Sheetz
Fleshman
Esick
New Onlund
RH. O. AE
Lawrence
Herh
Wayne
Bauer
Ss. c
Ruth
Stambaugh
Perry Brihers
Turin
Indi
Essick
Myesherr
Marin Frey
Brushtown
Thariay
Rem
Miter
Sand Hu
Patent Trades Art
eTvanit
Main Street
Joseph Ackeran Tan
Mumma
Prey
Artiller
Ami
Frey
Z. H. Cashman
Timothy Bas
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