—- — “) ed Ww ) Yo - The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, April 29, 1998 5 ONLY YESTERDAY 60 Years Ago - May 6, 1938 PRINCIPAL TENNYSON ACCEPTS NEW POSITION Harry L. Tennyson, supervis- ing principal of Dallas Borough Schools for the last two years has accepted a position as head of the joint districts of Smith Township and Burgettstown Borough in Washington County. Tennyson submitted his resignation to school directors at their Wednes- day meeting. Steady Democratic gains in reg- istration throughout the Back Mountain region were reported at a meeting at the home of Charles Youngblood in Shavertown Wednesday evening. Plans were made for a rally to be held at the new home of Shavertown firemen on Monday when prominent Democratic candidates and party leaders will be speakers. All Demo- crats from this section are in- vited. ~. 50 Years Ago - May 7, 1948 BACK MOUNTAIN FORMS CREDIT UNION The first steps in the formation of a Back Mountain Credit Bu- reau were taken at the sixth meet- ing of Dallas Business Associa- tion, Monday evening in the Back ‘Mountain Memorial Library. Dr. R.M. Bodycomb chairman of the credit control commission had offered to buy up all the delin- quent accounts of members. This proposal was tabled. Harry Lee Smith, a member of the commit- ‘tee presented a schedule of rates ‘ from Wyoming Valley Credit Bu- ‘reau and showed how the mer- chants might use the facilities of that organization. The shortage of hides due to strikes in the major meat packing firms of the country have cur- tailed production at the Noxen plant of Armour Leather Co. For- merly the plant processed many South American hides, but of re- cent years only domestic hides have been tanned there. 40 Years Ago - May 2, 1958 DALLAS BORO & TOWNSHIP WORK ON DENFENSE Dallas Borough and Dallas Township will work hand in hand on Civilian Defense, according to action taken last week when rep- resentatives of Back Mountain defense groups met at the Bor- ough Building. Arthur Smith, Kingston Township said he was not empowered to speak, as his group had not yet met to consider coordination of the units. Curtain goes up on the 1958 edition of the Wyoming Baseball League on Sunday, with eight teams poised for action. The league has two new teams this year, Hunlock Creek and Glen Lyon with Dallas Legionnaires, Hanover, Buttonwood, Mocan- aqua, Honey Pot and Pringle mak- ing up the loop. Dallas the de- fending champs open up at Mocanqua. Dallas Legionnaires are under manager Bob Grose. 30 Years Ago - May 9, 1968 PENN STATE IN LEHMAN TO OPEN IN THE FALL By the opening of classes in the fall, Penn State’s newest campus at Hayfield House, Lehman wil be in full operation and local homeowners will be asked to house students. A survey shows there will be a big demand for rooms. There are no present plans for a dormitory building. Fred Hennebaul, Dallas was presented with the first bound copy of the Sesquicentennial Memory Book. Fred was honor- ary chairman of the Olde Dallas Sesquicentennial which was held in the Back Mountain last fall. 20 Years Ago - May 4, 1978 HL RESIDENTS TAKE SURVEY ABOUT COUNCIL MEMBERS Harveys Lake Borough Taxpayes Association this week issued a survey questionnaire to residents asking them to rate lo- cal council members and inviting opinions on a number of issues. Assocation President Ben Orfaly an unsuccessful candidate for mayor of the borough in 1977 primary signed the survey letter announcing that the group planned a meeting May 23 at Lake Elementary School to form plans for the future. MS Walk May 3 at Frances Slocum Park On Sun., May 3, join local residents and put your feet to work by walking in the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's 1998 MS Walk. Take strides in the fight, and help raise funds for research and local programs. The walk will be held at Frances Slocum State Park in Kingston Township. Registration will be at 11 a.m. and the walk will begin at noon. For more information about multiple sclerosis, the programs and services of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, or the 1998 MS Walk, please call: 1-800-227-2108. e Bark Mulch e Peat Humus e Garden Mix e Compost Topsoil e Sand * Driveway Gravel e Decorative Gravels Great Prices * Prompt Delivery « Any Amount EDWARD'S LANDSCAPING SERVICE, INC. 525 River Street, Forty Fort, PA 18704 Visible from the North Cross Valley Expressway gma) (717) 287-4329 Lal aster Card) \Y 1D AT-W\IDD (0) Ol Health and Wellness MOLDING YOUR SPIRIT THROUGH JEWELRY MAKING May 2, 10:00AM This hands-on experience will allow you to create a that reflects your inner self. Program work-of-art limited to 10 people. The above programs will be held free of charge at Back Mountain Wellness Center, 16 Church Street, Dallas. To register, call the Mercy Community Health Line at 1-800-463-1111. aM 7 MERCY Health Partners An affiliate of Catholic Healthcare Partners OSTEOPOROSIS-PREVENTION IN : - MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS May 5, 7:00PM Osteoporosis will be explored as it impacts on women and their daughters. Assessment of risk factors and em- phasis on prevention will be the focus. St. Therese's A&R to meet May 6 St. Therese’s Altar and Rosary Society will meet Wed., May 6 at 7: 15 in the social room for Rosary recitation and followed by the regular monthly meeting. A report on the recent Bake Sale will be made and upcoming projects and events will be discussed. Sister Andre, guest speaker will convey a message about “Mary.” Servers will be Terry Brown, Monica Mickiewicz, Fran Ochman and Carole Paxton. Every woman of the parish is invited to attend the meetings. Library's special friends TRe Friends of the Back Mountain Memorial Library held their 10th annual "Luncheon With a Special Author" April 23 at the Apple Tree Terrace at Newberry Estate. Shown above are some members who have attended all 10 luncheons, from left, Beth Rosenthal, Joanne Runner, Nancy Kozemchak, Pauline Kutz, Gloria McCarthy and Marilyn Rudolph. At right, Dr. Patricia Hinchey answered questions following her presentation. Prince of Peace antique sale The 46th annual Prince of Peace Antiques Show and Sale will be held Tues., May 5, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Wed. May 6, rom 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. inthe Parish House of Prince of Peace Church, Main St., Dallas. The highlighted door prizes of this year’s show are a mahogany Stickley tea wagon with spoke wheels, circ. 1920's and a Cloisonne, turn of the century, covered ginger jar lamp with handmade coordinating cutout shade. The show will also feature fresh flowering plants, flea market “treasures” and homemade soup, sandwiches and desserts. Lunch will be served on Tuesday and Wednesday, with dinner on Tuesday only from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Ten dealers will be participating. Pictured from left, are Lynda Rowinski and Linda Fritz, Co-chairpersons, with this year's door prizes. 52 Annual BACK MOUNTAIN MEMORIAL Ruth Tetschner, Chair Karen Boback, Antiques Peggy Harvey, New Goods . Martha Butler, Vendors The Back Mountain Library Auction Committee is gearing up for the 52nd Annual Auction. The Auction dates this year are July 9, 10, 11, and 12. The New Goods Committee is again soliciting your help. We are in need of new items, discontinued merchandise or items in nearly new condition which will be sold over the auction block. Your tax deductible contribution can be dropped off at the library in Dallas or we will be happy to drop by and pick up your item. The telephone number at the library is 675-1182. The New Goods Committee is looking forward to an early start this year which is why we are requesting items at this early date. The library is counting on your assistance in order to reach our goal this year. Please return the coupon to avoid a solicitation call later in the spring. . __§ NF NN _§ 8 §N § § _§® BH 8 8 § NN NB NN NBN B&B __§B _§N _§N |] Name of Individual or Business Phone # Item to be Donated Value $ Q Please call to arrange pickup (1 Item will be delivered A receipt will be mailed or delivered at time of pickup
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