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Newspaper
New Oxford Item
Location
New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1908
Page
13
Lerman announces Yew Oxford Iter issued each Friday by HF J Smith. Subscriptions priced at $1.00 per year in advance with $0.50 not paid within the year. discontinuance only by publisher upon arrears. Advertisements accepted at reasonable rates with liberal yearly discounts. all descriptions from labels to large posters.
A Western Maryland Railroad passenger train from Hanover to York derailed after a rail broke near Porter's, sending coaches over an embankment. Conductor Jesse Bell and engineer Jacob Kerchner led operations. several passengers, including Miss Irene Koontz and Prof George Prowell, were injured but all are resting, with crews restoring service by night. Local doctors treated the injured. the crash prompted railway detours and wrecking work at the scene.
The Post Office Department warns that rural mail carriers have right of way when blocked by farm wagons or other vehicles. Any driver who fails to yield may face prosecution for delaying the mail service and hindering official duties.
William Olp of Shrewsbury York county died Friday night at York hospital from injuries suffered when struck by an N C freight engine early Thursday. The 60 year old patrolman was on the tracks when the train bore down on him, the wheels grinding his legs and arms and causing serious internal injuries. He leaves a widow and family.
For sale several fine stock bulls call on Frank Herrick dairyman New Oxford for particulars.
W M Sherman of Cushing Maine recalls intense three month kidney inflammation and credits Electric Bitters with his complete cure after trying three bottles. The tonic claims to cure liver complaint dyspepsia blood disorders and malaria and restores weak nervous health.Guaranteed by Ed T Auker druggist at 50 cents.
An advertisement extols nerve pain causes and relief by Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills. It features a testimonial from Mrs. WM Beckman of 97 W fourth St, Leri Pa, claiming rapid neuralgia relief after other medicines failed. Pills sold by druggists with a money back guarantee. 25 cases, 25 cents. miles medical co Elkhart Ind.
Borough treasurer notes licenses for 194 in 1908 tax receipts toll gate house rents fines and lamp repairs. Items include telephone pole tax and multiple small charges. Auditors report totals across accounts with figures like 348 30 240 00 700 5 00 5 08 18 64 495 48 2629 180 35 00 50 15.00 52950 122 47. Listed are taxes and miscellaneous expenditures for the year.
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