Local Happenings in New Oxford and Vicinity
Local notices from New Oxford on December 10 1908 highlight factory resumes at Fast Berlins plus Aukers selling jewelry fancy Christmas goods and Postcard albums. Reports of property transfers births and accidents include Mrs S E Waltman selling a 54 acre farm for 4550 and Isaac Geesler losing a mule to colic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fast Berlin
Auker’s
8S. E. Waltman
Union Township
Isaac Geesler
Hersh
South Mountain
Harry C. Gebhart
Bonneauville
John McMaster
Same Place
Edw Short farm tenants change with local moves
Riley Sneeringer and family leave the Edw Short farm at Edge Grove for Baltimore where Mr. Sneeringer has a new job. Eugene Lawrence of Irishtown takes over as tenant. Mrs. Wm Mummert of McSherrystown undergoes cataract surgery in York by Dr. Klinedinst. other eye also affected. Uncalled letters at New Oxford Post Office list Master Omer Alwine Mary C Brown Stella Jacoby Martin Lauchman C A Smith. please state advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riley Sneeringer
Short
Edge Grove
Baltimore
Sneeringer
Eugene Lawrence
Irishtown
Wm. Mummert
McSherrystown
York
Klinedinst
New Oxford
Omer Alwine
Mary C. Brown
Stella Jacoby
Martin Lauchman
C. A. Smith
W. HH. Emmert P. M
Thaw White tragedy re staged at West End Parlor Theatre
By request of many who missed the Thaw White tragedy it will be repeated this Thursday evening with another scene a double show of one hour’s entertainment all for 5c. Petty thieving reported across the county includes corn fodder stolen from Geo W Lawrence near Irishtown by unknown parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
Parlor Theatre
Geo. W. Lawrence
Irishtown
Boy Kaiser improving after lard accident at butchering
Richard Kaiser son of Mr and Mrs Charles Kaiser of Mountpleasant township is recovering from severe burns after falling into a kettle of hot lard during Monday butchering. Also reported: W P Devine Charles E Miller and K C DePutron return from a hunting trip near Cape Charles Virginia with 95 ducks. South Maquina clubs tally 277 deer killed this season across multiple camps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard
Charles Kaiser
Mountpleasant Township
W. P. Devine
Charles E. Miller
K.C. DePutron
Hanover
Virginia
Cape Charles
South Maqunta
Cashtown
Kane’s
Locked Antlers
Arendtsville
Taylor’s
Adams County
Monterey
Rouzerville
Pine Run
Brysonia
Fayetteville
East Berlin property sale by assignee totals 6675 dollars
K. W. Altland as assignee sold the Jacob Sprenkle properties in East Berlin. E. K. Eichelberger of Hanover purchased the warehouse double dwelling and adjoining lot for 5275 dollars, while Jacob Hoffman of East Berlin bought the Main street residence for 1400 dollars. Total sale amount 6675 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. W. Altland
Jacob Sprenkle
East Berlin
E. K. Eichelberger
Hanover
Main Street
Jacob Hoffman
Nine-year-old is bitten by dog in Orrtanna visit
Clarence Milton Monn son of Daniel Monn of Orrtanna visiting the Newman family on the mountain was bitten by a large dog. The injury on the inside leg was a four inch tear with a three inch tear on the outside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Milton Monn
Daniel Monn
Orrtanna
Harvey Newman
Public sale chaos as cow disrupts East Berlin crowd
At Daniel Leese's sale near East Berlin last Thursday a frightened cow escaped through a dense crowd. The creature forced a horse to break free and dash away, crashing into Wm Chronister's runabout and wrecking the vehicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Leese
East Berlin
Wm. Chronister
Taylor Gun Club members tally game on mountain camp
The Taylor Gun Club camp yielded 1 deer 15 rabbits 6 raccoons 4 squirrels and 2 barn owls. Members include Harry Taylor cashier of Bendersville Bank and Irvin Taylor of Gettysburg. Also notes a reunion of the eight Taylor brothers sons of Peter Taylor. Nearby incident reports a straw stack collapse burying a bull found alive after assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor Gun Club
Harry Taylor
Bendersville Bank
Irvin Taylor
Gettysburg
Taylor Brothers
Peter Taylor
Horse Kicks Fatal for East Berlin Hostler Harry Chronister
Harry Chronister, 44, a hostler at Schaeffer House in East Berlin, died after a vicious horse kicked him in the back at the hotel stable. He collapsed unconscious and died minutes later despite Dr. Paetzel’s efforts. Chronister, born near East Berlin, leave a widow Miss Lillie Eisenhart and children Mrs. Lottie Himes and Miss Carrie Chronister among others, with funeral set for Tuesday at the Eisenhert home in East Berlin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Chronister
East Berlin
Chronister
Schaeffer
Mast Berlin
Baeck
York
Lillie Eisenhart
Lottie Himes
Carrie Chronister
Esther
Georgie
Ile
George Chronister
Calvin Chronister
Near New Oxford
Huaverstick
Harry George
Eisenhert
W. A. Korn
New Oxford
Fast Berlin
Cars Crash Into Buggy in Gettysburg Calamity
Frank Shriver of Straban township was struck by a draft of cars at the Carlisle street crossing in Gettysburg. His buggy was demolished and groceries scattered. Shriver suffered a forehead gash but no serious injury as his horse escaped unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gettysburg
Frank Shriver
Straban Township
Western Maryland
Carlisle Street
Schriver
Tie
Christmas Goods Advertised in New Oxford Journal
The New Oxfordure columns promote Christmas goods as the season’s best advertising avenue. Shoppers are urged to browse local offerings and support area merchants during the festive period.
Turkey thefts and a skunk thief in Straban township
Sunday morning John Butler counted turkeys at the Pines church area and found five missing by evening. John A. Sanders reported three turkeys stolen nearby. Frank Doerson investigated a chicken house intrusion Thursday morning and found the thief a skunk carrying a chicken, which he promptly disposed of.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Butler
Pines
Straban Township
John A. Sanders
Frank Doerson
Doerson
Narrow escape in runaway near Gettysburg couple saved
Henry Wershey of near McKnights town and Charles Lott were driving toward Gettysburg after helping at Belmont school house for a Christmas event when the horse bolted after a broken hold-back strap. The dash board broke and the wagon suffered damage, but Wershey kept hold and prevented a runaway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Wershey
McKnightstown
Charles Lott
Gettysburg
Belmont School House
Mr. Herghey
Suit Dismissed After Hatchet Incident
In the case brought by Thad K. Wierman against Charles H. Bushey over alleged assault on his minor son John, the suit was dismissed. Defense testimony described a mutual affray with a hatchet within reach. Bushey, attempting to grab it, received a cut. Justice Lilly halted proceedings and discharged Bushey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thad. K. Wierman
Charles H. Bushey
John
Squire Y. IJ. Silly
Busbey
Justice Lilly
Christmas shoppers view Holliday goods at G B Nace Son City
Shoppers in Hanover can inspect a large assortment of holiday goods at G B Nace Son City 11 18 Carlisle Street offering a wide range of gifts for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auker’s
Hanover and McSherrystown
Littlestown
G. B. Nace, Son & City
Carlisle Street
Hanover
Trolley to New Oxford survey for branch line
Civil Engineer Robert McKinnon and surveyors began a survey today for a New Oxford branch trolley. The route will connect with the Hanover and McSherrystown line near Sand Hill and pass Conewago Chapel Edge Grove and Irishtown. Residents expect the line to bring convenience and electricity wishes may be met.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanover Herald
Robert McKinnon
New Oxford
Hanover and McSherrystown
Sand Hill
McSherrystown
Conewago Chapel
Edge Grove
Irishtown
Adams
Clergyman Hurt by a Fall in Hanover Street
Rev H Fartzell of Hanover was injured Sunday night when he fell on Baltimore street. He fractured several tiles and suffered many bruises. The aged UB minister, preaching at Bixler's Church in Bachman's Valley, was on his way home after a long drive when the slippery pavement caused the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Fartzell
Hanover
Hartzell
Bixler’s Church
Bachman’s Valley
Houseman
Wentz
Baltimore Street
Rural Mail Boxes Belong to Post Office Says Order
The Post Office Department states rural route mail boxes are government property even if paid for by farmers. Merchants may not use boxes to drop advertising unless the bills travel through the mails. Violators face heavy fines per offense. The Postal Department views newspapers as proper advertising media.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postal Department
Government Postal Department
Campaign spending report for J F Lafean in York county
Congressman J F Lafean spent 6486.30 to win a fourth term representing the Twentieth district. The corrupt practices act required filing with Clerk of Courts Stewart of York county. Major outlays went to party committees and advertising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Lafean
Congress
Stewart
York County
Congressional Committee
Lafean
York and
Adams
Robert 8. Spangler
York County Committee
Wm. C. Beales
Adams County Committee
S. Neely
Wim. A. Martin
Court Items From Monday Session
Court actions include confirmation of the final account for Isabella Carr estate with $200 credit and auditor appointment. exceptions to widow's exempt list in John Hollinger estate. auditors appointed for Henry Soover and Ravens. guardian of Maggie Harbold confirmed and discharged. rule on Elizabeth Harger estate to show cause on legacies. inventory of Amanda Wolf property approved. motion for new trial in Commonwealth case overruled. assault case against J Frank Hartlaub. Gettysburg Transit Co suit continued. Keefer administrators authorized to sell real estate. surviving Batterman heirs’ claim paid from estate. refunding bond details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. M. Wolf
Isq
Isabella Carr
Hamilton Township
John DD. Keith
John Hollinger
Wm. McClean
Corall, Slothour
Henry Soover
J. O. W. Miller
Maggie
Harbold
John W. Coulson
Elizabeth Harger
Mary Batterman
Amanda Wolf
Cornelius Wolf
Germany Township
Commonwty Alth Ve. J
Frank Hartlaub
Borough of
Gettysburg
Gettysburg Transit Co
Theo. H. Keefer
Idn. C. Keefer
State to pay Hanover man for cattle under quarantine
The State will pay Benjamin Ferry of Hanover 1324 dollars for 24 steers 12 cows and one hog slaughtered on his farm in Manheim township York county Saturday under the foot and mouth disease quarantine laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Ferry
Hanover
Manheim Township
York County
Twin Boys Reported for Mrs Lillian Small of Bitting
A burn incident occurred Saturday involving Mrs Lillian Small of Bitting ere and resulted in the birth of twin boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burn
Lillian Small
Bittingere
Death Doings Mrs Bluebaugh of Waynesboro passes
Mrs B F Bluebaugh of Waynesboro died last week from blood poisoning. Rev Mr Bluebaugh pastor of Mt Ararat charge Two Taverns served the past year and friends there mourn his loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Bluebaugh
Waynesboro
Mr. Bluebaugh
Mt. Ararat
Death of Mt. Joy boy at age 13 in pneumonia
Howard Leroy Kelly of Mt. Joy township died Tuesday evening December 1 from pneumonia and hemorrhages at age 13 years 4 months 19 days. He is survived by his parents Mr and Mrs W Henry Kelly four brothers and one sister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Leroy
W. Henry Kelly
Mt. Joy Township
Death of Joshua Rineman Near Lit tlestown
Joshua Rineman died last Sunday night at his home of old age infirmities. He was aged 764 years 8 months 6 days and died at the home of his son Birnie Rineman near Taneytown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joshua Rineman
Littlestown
Birnie Rineman
Taneytown
Widow of Ja cob Hollinger Dies in Chambersburg at 85
Mrs Sarah A Hollinger widow of Jacob Hollinger died in Chambersburg after a long Adams county life. She lived in Heidlersburg Center Mills York Spring and New Chester. The couple moved to Gettysburg during the Civil War conflict and later to a Carlisle road farm before settling in Chambersburg twenty five years ago. She leaves one son three daughters twenty four grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren. Mr Hollinger died in May 1905.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah A. Hollinger
Jacob &. Hollinger
Chambersburg
Hollinger
Adams County
Heidlersburg
Center Mills
York Spring
New Chester
Gettysburg
Samuel Herbst
J. G. Wolf's Sons Co
Carlisle Road
Mr. Hollinger
Death of Four-Year-Old Joseph Dermody at County Home
Joseph Dermody died at 5 p m Thursday at the County Home aged four. A tanner by trade he lived at various places in the county. He was a Bonneauville native with a nephew in Philadelphia and no near relatives. Funeral Saturday December 5 with interment in Bonneauville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Dermody
Bonneauville
Philadelphia
Death of Miss Lillie J Wolford at 21 in Hanover
Miss Lillie Jane Wolford daughter of Mr and Mrs John A Wolford of Hanover died at 11 10 p m Saturday December 5 from tuberculosis after an illness of about one year at age 21 years 8 months 10 days She is survived by her parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillie Jane Wolford
John A. Wolford
Hanover
Mrs Elizabeth Butt Dies After Illness in Hanover
Mrs Elizabeth Jane Butt of Hanover died at 2 45 p m Monday after a two week illness from complications of disease aged 58 years 6 months 20 days She is survived by her husband Z B Butt and one adopted son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Jane Butt
Z B. Butt
Hanover
Mrs Frank Manahan Dies At Home After Illness
Mrs Frank Manahan, aged 65, died at 9 30 Saturday morning at her Highland township home after a lingering illness from complications. She had been bedfast twenty months. Survived by her husband three sons and one daughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Manahan
Highland Township
New Foot and Mouth Outbreak Near Lineboro Maryland
A fresh cattle disease outbreak is found near the Kneller farm Lineboro Carroll county close to the Pennsylvania line. Six cows at Wentz farm infected with foot and mouth disease traced to Buffalo shipment. Seven cattle killed at Wentz and buried in a Brenner dug pit. Further pit dug at Forry farm Hanover by 13 men. 86 cattle and 1 hog slaughtered to halt spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kneller
Lineboro
Carroll County
Maryland
W. L. Wentz
Pennsylvania
Wentz
McBride
Frank Brenner
Hanover
Brenner
Benjamin Ferry
S.J. Forry
Forry Farm
Council Proceedings Dec 1 Regular Monthly Session
Regular monthly session with all members present led by President Sheely. Street committee notes crossing repairs on Pitt street and water taps at Ditenhofer and Dieh. lamp near North Water and Golden Lane investigated for potential placement. Water costs set for washing machines at $2 yearly. lamp installed in pumping house. Bills totaling $285.66 approved for payment. Adjourned by LT. is. Bower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheely
Walt. Miller
Pitt Street
Is. Bower
Sec
Snyder and Maring Tie the Knot in Gettysburg Area
Clarence I. Snyder son of Mr and Mrs Amos Snyder route 2 Gettysburg and Lottie B Maring daughter of Mr and Mrs David Maring route 13 Gettysburg wed at 11 o clock Tuesday morning at the bride home officiated by Rev P T Stockslager Ada Coulson daughter of Mr and Mrs John Coulson Hanover and Chas Leary York Springs married by Rev W J Redeay Tuesday Dec 1 at the bride's parents home
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence I. Snyder
Amos Snyder
Route
Gettysburg
Lottie B. Maring
David Maring
Route 13
P. T. 1. Stockslager
Ada Coulson
John Coulson
Hanover
Chas. Leary
York Springs
W. J. Redeay
Yingling-Wadables Tie The Knot In Hanover Ceremony
Walter G. Yingling son of M. T. Ying ling and Miss Edith Wadables daughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Waddley both of Hanover were married Wednesday evening Dec 2 by Rev M J Roth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter G. Yingling
M. T. Yingling
Edith Wadables
Harvey Waddley
Hanover
M. J. Roth
Clarence Stoner and Nora Keagy Wed in Littlestown
Clarence Stoner of Westminster and Miss Nora Keagy of Littlestown were united in marriage at Littlestown on Thursday by Rev. Dr. Butz, in a simple ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Stoner
Westminster
Nora Keagy
Littlestown
Dr. Butz
Augustus F Study Weds Emma Sl Kindig Near Littlestown
Augustus F Study of near Black's school house married Miss Emma Sl Kindig daughter of the late Henry Kindig of near Littlestown Sunday evening. Rev. John J Hill officiated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augustus F. Study
Black
Emma Sl. Kindig
Henry Kindig
Littlestown
John J. Hill
Philadelphia visitors and local residents noted in brief
Miss Ida and Clara Feiser of Philadelphia spent several days with friends in East Berlin. Miss Rose Dermody of Philadelphia visits friends in McSherrystown and Gettysburg. Mr and Mrs William Gulden and Mr William Emich of Hanover stayed Sunday with Mr and Mrs A J Gulden in Hanover Street. Mrs Louisa Lau of Hanover visits at son A G Lau's home on West High Street. IT Hemler and son Harry of Brush Run Mountpleasant Township took two young daughters to Harrisburg to place them in an orphanage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida
Clara Feiser
Philadelphia Street
East Berlin
Rose Dermody
Philadelphia
McSherrystown
Gettysburg
William Gulden
William Emich
Hanover
A. J. Gulden
Hanover Street
Louisa Lau
A. G. Lau
West High Street
J. Hemler, Esq
Harry
Brush Run
Mountpleasant Township
Harrisburg
Fifth Annual Adams County C I Union Convention
The fifth annual Adams County C I Union convention met at Trinity Lutheran Church Arenaisville last Friday and Saturday. Officers elected include Rev. George N. Lauffer president, Rev. Chas Dalzell vice president, Miss Bess Kittinger secretary, Miss Mary Iann corresponding secretary, Edward Rice treasurer, and Mrs. W F Meckley superintendent. The next gathering will be at St James Lutheran Gettysburg. Sessions were well attended with strong enthusiasm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adams County C. I. Union
Trinity Lutheran Church
Arenaisville
Geo. N. Lauffer
New Oxford
W. Pres
Chas. Dalzell
Fairfiel Rec
Sec’ Y
Bess Kittinger
Fairfield
Cor
Sec'y
Mary Iann
Littlestown
St. James Lutheran Church
Gettysburg
Fountain Pens Offered at Auker's for Christmas
Waterman Parker and Laughlin fountain pens priced from $1 to $3 at Auker's store in Ann. Christmas gift idea for anyone.
Feiser's Finds Offer Wide Furniture Line On Philadelphia Street
A large showroom on Philadelphia street presents a complete up to date furniture selection ideal for Christmas gifts. Feiser's offers a complete line of pieces suitable for homes and holiday giving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feiser
Philadelphia Street
The Weaver Piano Admired For Its Charm And Quality
You will admire The Weaver Piano for its charm and perfection that grows with use. Weaver Organ & Piano Co. York Pa claims a fine instrument that commands admiration and improves with acquaintance. Ingersoll watches offered at Auker’s from 1 to 3 dollars, guaranteed for one year, a suitable gift for a boy. Four acres of land with improvements four miles from New Oxford for details contact Pius I. Lona. The Gobrecht property on Philadelphia Street occupied by M. G Colestogy available via R. M. Straley New Oxford. Millinery sale at reduced prices, Mas. F. HW. Bexent Hanover Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weaver
Weaver Organ & Piano Co., Manufacturers
York, Pa
Reno
Gobrecht
Philadelphia Street
M. G Colestogy
R. M. Straley
New Oxford
Dressmaking Services Offer in New Oxford
After the set day in August 1908 Miss Martha Murnren will perform dressmaking at Mrs. Catherine Hartman’s home Philadelphia Street New Oxford. Services will be prompt and at reasonable prices. callers may contact Miss Murnren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catharine Hartman
Martha Murnren
Philadelphia Street
New Oxford
Notice to creditors of Hanover Produce Co
The undersigned intends to quit business in New Oxford January 1, 1909 and calls all creditors to present claims for payment while debtors should settle accounts on or before December 20, 1908. Hanover Produce Co. 4. W. Cashman, Manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Oxford
Hanover Produce Co
Cashman
Markets Report from New Oxford
Local market notes list prices for wheat corn oats clover seed Timothy seed rye straw and Timothy hay with modest variations. Names cited include Z. H. Cashman as the reporter and Hakvud as a market reference.
Also Mentioned on This Page
W. A. Feiser
John Knight
Jacob Shultz
Bonner’s Hill
Spencer Snyder
Musselman Canning Company
Biglerville
Auker's
Blue Ridge Mountain Telephone Company
Prothonotary
Reliance Mining and Milling Company
Hunterstown
Charles Joseph
Near East Berlin
Chas
Nell
Reading Township
Nathaniel Leas
Washington Township
Chas. G. Miller’s
Sterling
Dramatic Alliance
Miller’s Hall
W. A. Diehl & Son
Chas. G. Miller
James Adams
Pius §, Orner Sash and Barrel
George Reese
Hart
Feiser’s
Starry Smith
Johns’ Mill
Oxford Township
Miller's Hall
Gilbert A. Eldridge
Worthington Globe
Mr. Eldridge
Kildredge
Hayes B. Fair
New OxFordure
Council Proceedings
Treas
Edw. Rice
Arendisville Jr
W. F. Meckley
Tuast Berlin
Ingersoll
Auker'’s
Reni
Pius I. Lona
R. I. DD
Mas. FI
Bexent
Z. H. Cashman
Choice Wheat
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