In
October 15, 2026

In Retrospect

100 YEARS AGO

From Oct. 14, 1926

Mrs. David McNeal was given a surprise Sunday, when, on her return from church, she found the house filled with people who came to help celebrate her birthday anniversary. A delicious dinner was the feature of the occasion and afterwards, the time was spent socially. Those from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stief and Ben Snyder, of Marion; Mr. and Mrs. Frank McNeal and daughter, Geraldine, of Green Camp, Mrs. McNeal received a number of presents. – – What is claimed to be a record ear of corn is being shown at the Farmers Bank in Mechanicsburg. The ear of corn was grown by H. D. Hodge and is 13 inches in length and weighs two pounds and nine ounces. This ear is believed to be the largest ever grown in that sec…

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