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Newspaper

New Oxford Item

Location

New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1950

Page

1

Local notes report town actions and closings

Local items indicate Mr. and Mrs. Willis Yeagy purchased a Lincolnwar East property. St Mars’s Parochial School to close for term Tuesday. Several residents noted travel and health updates. New Oxford schools close this Thursday. Local stores set Wednesday closures. watch repairs advertised. A jury bond approval for tax collectors and a city league game in Littlestown are noted along with horse race results at Pimlico.

Willis Yeagy Prestor Dalimeyer Lincolnwar East St. Mars’s Parochist school Florence Markei Hamprton Kuhn Abbottstown andéren FP. Smith West High street Samuel Sipeline Green Sprines Phila- Nis Ruth McDonnell Ranshax Bisiero Francis Yealy Nex Oxford R. i San Antonio Pfe Gene Wm. D. Himes Linconway Atlantic City Himes Edward C. Smith Herbshire Mae A Kuhn Hanover nome New Oxford Roderick L. Pisher Dicks! Dam Hanover ambulance Hanover General hospital BP. J. Smith jeweler Lincolnway East Mr. Smith Littlestoum Clair Siping Hanover R Hanover hospital St Ray Kohier Oxford township Bertha May Eohler New Curtis Miller Suraban township Rory M MccClarin Pimlico Eddie Sanders Jess Tide Harvey J. Smith Lincowar West borough line Wilbur H. Miler Martland University hospital Baltimore Gettisbore hospital

Memorial Exercises At The Pines This Saturday

The annual Memorial service at The Pines will start at 6 30 p m this Saturday. The P O S of A band from Hanover will lead the parade to the service point. The Rev Dr Harvey D Boover and others from Adams County will deliver the Memorial address. A patriotic program and veterans led service follow with a church festival and a P O S of A band concert later in the evening. Everyone is invited to attend this gala event at New Chester.

The Pines P._O_S Hanover Harvey D. Boover Gettys- Derg xell Adams country Pan's Evangelical Lutheran church New Or ter P.O. S. of A piste New Chester

Daily Vacation Bible School Starts June 5

The New Oxford community hosts a two week program at Evangelical Reformed Church from 9 to 11 am each day. Four groups cover ages four through ninth grade with the theme Learning About Jesus. Pastors urge full enrollment and regular attendance.

New Oxford Evangelical-Reformed Jesus reguler

Squire Orndorff's Court Happenings

Richard Parr of Hanover faced charges for failing to stop at a thru traffic stop on March 21. Jerome Schuchart, also of Hanover, charged May 21 with failing to stop at an all stop sign. Guy Lawrence of New Oxford Route 2 charged May 21 with failing to stop at a thru traffic stop. Information laid against Grant Toner of Gardners by Constable A C W Criswell for maliciously pointing a rifle at Criswell on duty. Nir Toner posted bail.

Richard Parr Hanover Jerome Schuchart Guy Lawrence New Oxford R.DS 2 Grant Toner Gardners A. C W. Criswell

New Oxford High Graduates 39 Seniors

The 1950 New Oxford High School graduating class lists 39 seniors with names across five rows in the class photo. Noted absentees Louise Demarest and Joel Korver were missing when the photo was taken.

NEW OXFORD HIGH New Oxford high school shawh Virginis Smith Bernice Laughman Wilma Brown Iris Kinneman Betty Hoffacker Ruth Kime Nancy Gable Gwendolyn Hamm Joan Smetltz Pauline Harman Delores Groff Elsie Decker Margaret Hankey Mr. Bowen Janet *ller Helen Ford Pauline Sterner Maroline Stambaugh Elizabeth Naill Delores Crawford Mildred Baugher Jean Haar William Weigle Susan Berwager Dorothy Fuss Berleh Chronister Kathleen Schriver Ethel Miller Marian Draper Robert Aldsidge Glenn’ Cooley Charles Berwager Eugene Jones Wayde Stover John Noble Donald Meckiey Kenneth Nace

New Oxford Club Robbed of 15 Dollars in Break-In

Thieves broke into the New Oxford Social and Athletic club early Wednesday entering through a rear door and removing a small wooden cash box with change and club tokens. Chief Anton Maz is leading the investigation.

New Oxford Social and Athletic club Anton Maz New Oxford

Marriages in Hanover and New Oxford Forms

Smith Elizabeth Smith daughter of Ross and Mrs Smith Hanover and Gerald R Smith son of Guy Smith Hanover were wed in Grace Reformed church Hanover. The ceremony was by Rev. William H Banks with Mrs Banks at the organ. The couple left for a trip and will reside with the bride’s parents. Patricia ann Hockensmith daughter of Bernard and Mrs Bockensmith New Oxford and Ford Francis Orndorff son of Raymond Orndorff Bonneauville were married in a low nuptial mass at Immaculate Conception church New Oxford officiated by Rev. Robert Harmett.

Smith—Smith M. Elizabeth Smith Ross C. Smith Hanover New Oxford Gerald R. Smith Guy Smith Grace Reformed church William H. Banks Merie D. Simpson Orndorff—Hockensmith Patricia ann Hockensmith Bernard Bockensmith WHford Francis Orndorff Raymond Orndorff Bonneaubbie Immaculate Conception chureach Robert D. Harmett

Ballerinas And Play Shoes Advertised In Hanover

An ad on Carlisle Street in Hanover promotes colorful ballerinas and play shoes in sizes four to six with prices from two dollars to four ninety eight. It also notes a Bumper Jack at the Texaco service station in New Oxford and provides a contact phone number.

Carlisle St Hanover TEXACO New Oxford

Community Notes From New Oxford Area

Discharges and hospital admissions listed for Hanover and New Oxford. A June 3 wedding anniversary is announced for Mr. and Mrs. Yohe. Fire company meeting set for June 7 at 8 pm. Local moves note the Allamongs and Dutteras relocating within Lincolnwar area.

Maude Noel New Chester Hanover hospital hirs M.S. Yohe Lincolnway West Kermit Gerrysbure Gerryshur George W. Beamer New Oxford R. 2 Marvin E. Spensier An- Sottsteen R. I ari de E Yingling New Oxford New Oxford Community Fire company George Allamong Lincolnwar East

Miss Marilyn Sheffer and Robert OConnell wed in New Oxford

Miss Marilyn Sheffer of New Oxford and Robert Douglas OConnell of Manhasset were united in marriage Saturday at the First Lutheran church. The ceremony was performed by the bride’s father with a small reception following. The couple plans to reside in Woodside New York.

Merisa Ruts Sheffer anc George EL Sheffer New Oxford Robert Douglas O'Connell Perce O Ccrnnell Manhasset Freg Aipers Washington, D. C Beverly O'Comnnel Howard Hiprensteel Philadelphia George Larue Manhasse Joan Deprer Felix Sanders Mared Romai Pa Lori Ered Alpers hela 2 Nez York Washington Pecorios New En fang ines Woodside New Yoane

Marriage Licenses Granted in MecSherristown Area

Marriage licenses issued include Dennis isepn Plunxerit of Litdiestown son of Air and Mrs George Frankin, and Quilla Thoman daughter of Mr and Mrs Levi Samuel Thoman of MecSherristown. Also listed are Charles Eugene Heatser, Pauline Larue Sara, James R Conrad and Marie Hagerman, plus Joseph Charies Orengorai Getss and Mary Doris Hemier.

Dennis isepn Robert G. Sagerman MecSherristown Joseph Charies Orengorai

Deaths in New Oxford area including Himes Sanders and Gates

Miss Susan Catherine Himes 83 died at home in New Oxford Monday at 3 from a heart attack. Anna May Sanders 76 Hanover, formerly New Oxford, found dead. acute myocarditis ruled. George W Gates 67 of Hanover died at home. survived by son Robert and sister Mrs. Saycer. Services and interments listed with local churches and cemeteries.

Susan Catherine Himes Susan Catherine Lincennwar East New Oxford walf nour sied Anna Sanders Anna May Sanders Hanover Gerald Kopp Lester J. Sell Anna Marr Small Immaculate Conception church Robert D. Harsnell James Long AT. Lenz Razer Tromp Heiny Cosie George Wr Gates George W Gees Tutséa Atanee Robert Gates

New Oxford Commencement Plans Noted This Week

The New Oxford will hold its original commencement this Wednesday at the school auditorium. Baccalaureate services were held Sunday evening by Reverend George Sheer and Reverend Rohrdaugh. George Bowen and Miss Bert Jane Greiman will serve as chaperons.

Oxford Lutheria George a Rohrdaugh

New 4-H Club Forms Cooking Project In New Oxford

A 4-H club organized at New Oxford High School will supervise a cooking project led by Miss Mary Jane Meezer. Seventeen members joined and elected Lelia Bollinger president and Betty Mahone vice president. The next meeting is June 2 at 9 to 11 am at Mrs Raphael Sanih’s home.

New Oxford high school Mary Jane Meezer Letager Betty Mahone Joan Xi. Smith Rosalie Blunk Dorothy Feierman Teresa Bevenour Loretta Peerman Loretta Groft Linda Miller Jostin Sevenour Carel Crouse Beverly Smith Judy Berenour Patricia Grofit Charlotte Orndorf Lelia Bollinger Joan 25 Smith Rosalie Klimk Dorothy Peterman Thirsa Airs Raphael Sanih Jom

Raymonds Store Enlarged and Reorganized

Raymonds mens and boys fur shop at 4 York Street Han Care will expand the store. Upon completion the sale of men s wear and sportswear will move to a new room with improved display and service. The old space will be redeveloped for the new department and overall enlargement.

Raymond's mens Raymond J seine

Ruth Ray and Best Fitting on a Corset Girding Forte

Ruth Ray 2 building outfits feature best fitting corsets for forte wear. Gires noted for support and shape in the new fashion line.

RUTH RAY

Memorial Day Services Honor Veterans Across New Oxford Area

Memorial Day observances led by Grand Army of the Republic and Sons of Union Veterans paid tribute in New Oxford and nearby cemeteries. Congressman James F. Ling spoke on patriotism and duty as thousands attended the ceremonies despite threatening skies.

Grand Army of the Republic Theo Sons of Union Veteras New Orford James F. Ling New Oxford ealing countire courtrey George D. Sheely rheanmuyai

KRESS STORE MOVES REVEALS new product lines and address

The Kress Store relocates to 15 Dune Place Gour Dune with grand openings announced. It lists barefoot sandals and soft upper footwear with several color options and sizes. Located at Car k Street in Hanover, Pennsylvania.

TresiecE Sisxtures Heng cai appiance Brozdfea appusance Besiless EL. Ren SHOZ Cark st Hanover, Fa

Opens Frozen Custard Drive In East Of N O

Harvey J. Smith announces the opening of Frozen Custard Drive In east of New Oxford at Lincolnway West near the borough line. The menu includes frozen custard, Mexican style bar B Qs, hamburgs, milk shakes and cokes with hours 3:30 pm to 12 pm weekdays and Sundays noon to 1 pm. Patronage is solicited.

Harvey J. Smith Lincolnway West borough New Oxford

Kiddie Corner Opens Saturday in New Oxford

The Kiddie Korner from the New Oxford post office will open this Saturday with Ruth R. Alwine of Lincoln Heights as proprietor. The store offers a full line of infants and children’s wear and will operate daily from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, with Friday and Saturday evenings until 5 o'clock.

New Oxford Ruth R. Alwine Lincoln Heights daikr

Dancing Exhibition in New Oxford Tuesday Evening

The third annual dancing exhibition for Anna D Hover pupils will be held Tuesday at 8 in the New Oxford high school auditorium. Sponsored by the New Oxford Lions Club. Admission adults 50 cents, children 25 cents, including tax. Mr and Mrs R E Kester and Jock of Sunbier visited Getursburg.

Anna D. Hover New Oxford high school New Oxford Lions club

Bonreanville Strawberry Festival Benefit Planned

The Bonreanville Athletic association will hold a strawberry festival in Myers' Grove to benefit Coneweso Chapel. The event runs June 3 and June 14 at 6 pm with strawberrhies ice cream cake and sandwiches available for sale. all are welcome.

Bonreanville Athletic association SH Myers’ Grove Coneweso Chapel Conewigo picnic woods

Sale Register for Estate and Farm Auctions

June 7 sale by G EK Wagner in Hamstor with farm machinery and hogs. June 10 Curtis S Sorimselier advertises Jenny Reth estate real estate and personal property in New Oxford.

John H. Stock Hamstor townshim G. EK. Wagner Curtis S Sorimselier Jenny Reth New Oxford

Also Mentioned on This Page

Hanover, Pa Squire Orndorff Tim New Oxford Club Marilyn Sheffer Robert O’Connell avencants colege i Eeganger New Bloomeld high school Atche Brown and Bleckszes il wo Carisie St. Hanover, Pa PROWELL'S MILLINERY Freneries St Center Square Fruit Markez iss Himes New hief Martha Jane Himes Emorr New One Garden club counter Red Cross Charter Joseph Benaux Himes Freceri Fred Feiser Elmer R. Nunemaker New Oxford cemetery pallbeerers witi Alvin Jones Laurin Sneeiy Preston Dalmeyer Charles Alwine Charles Startaugh Win. G.Savreer, Jr Raymond’s TH RAY 2 EF Sheffer Charles Elmer BR. Nunemaxer Hunterstown Woship OMel Board Educaton York Sorngs—Church school Church of the Brethren Monroe Daz Brier Munmmeris East Berlin Alan ML. Leisier Willem H. Anderman, Jr EHempton St. John's Salem U.B Harold V. March Sun- Gar school New Onford Eran A. C. Rohrbaugh Pastor Paul's Sundar school Monga oouth vali Eesti Berlin Lutheran owlocs Emmanuel’s. Abbotsteen Sunda oelock Berlin St Mam’s Robert D. Hammett Pestor St. Mart’s Paradise Chester Leszewski pratectory Conewago Chapel Herold Keller JiriS Mo Ag Sharrer Cruzades comerega Svncios Suncer serm eran onde ML Si Sander. Jr. ee Gares Deatrick else Melle Siou n. deacon uswily Trafic KRESS STORE N.O R. E. Kester and Jock Sunbier, spenting HD. Hoover Getursburg
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