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Newspaper
New Oxford Item
Location
New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1947
Page
16
The Adams county area urged motorists to seek an early inspection of their vehicles during the current semi annual motor vehicle inspection period beginning May 1. AAA cited nationwide breakdowns numbering 32 326 000 in 1946 and noted Pennsylvania’s strong record due to compulsory inspections.
30 Years Ago items report weddings postponed illness, birthdays, injuries, and local business changes across New Oxford and surrounding towns. Notable entries include Nellie Eckert’s postponed wedding, a 75th birthday reception for William Shull Jr., animal and fall injuries, several marriages, a fracture, and local business transactions as Wheat sells for 2.72 per bushel.
Forty years ago a son was born to Mr and Mrs Pius Hor wedel in Motuntpleasant township. John A Frommeyer of Bonneauville has been seriously ill for weeks but is recovering. Snow squalls occurred early Saturday morning. Mrs Frank Sadler and children near town recover from scarlet fever. Ellis Cook of Hanover street had
Injuries at work include a finger tip loss in a shoe factory and a man with a severe nose cut from a plow handle. Banns of matrimony published for James Devine and Estella Lawrence. Pensions awarded to several residents including Ephraim Wilt and Enos Brown. A new restaurant opens in the Barnitz building and several locals face medical care and mobility challenges.
An advertising note offers free estimates on siding and reef coating services with contact for inquiries. The notice highlights exterior home improvement offerings and suggests reaching out for quotes.
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