125 Years Ago

Herald of June 30, 1899

The Blank Book Co. was erecting a large addition to their factory at Roaring Spring. It was 160 by 60 feet, three stories high and walls were to be finished in limestone.

The heaviest hail storm in many years passed over Bloomfield, knocking down grain and doing damage to corn and fruit.

Andrew Smith of East Sharpsburg lost a valuable cow when a tree fell over her and killed her almost instantly during a storm. Another cow was seriously injured but was expected to recover.

The Veterans Association of Bedford County held a reunion at Hopewell, culminating in a parade.

A group of Southern Cove friends took a straw ride from Loysburg to Curryville and took the train for a trip to Lakemont and Wopsononock for the day.

The semi-centennial of St. John Reformed Church at Loysburg was celebrated Sunday morning, afternoon and evening. The church was reported to be flourishing.