While some took to the snow on Monday to sled, make snow angels and build snowmen, others had the less fun task of clearing their cars or shoveling their driveways....
Deckers Celebrate 60 Years of Marriage
Jan 20, 2022
Mr. and Mrs. Ross and Carrie (Fouse) Decker of 229 Decker Hollow Road, Roaring Spring, are celebrating 60 years of marriage this year. They were married Jan. 27, 1962, in Entriken, Pa. The couple have four children: Lorri (Gregg) Koontz, Tesa Decker, Wendy (Brian) Fouse, Paul (Amanda) Decker. They also have six grandchildren, Katelyn Holsinger, Josiah Koontz, David Holsinger, Kelsey Koontz, Gabrielle Decker, and Benjamin Decker, and multiple great-grandchildren. Ross and Carrie have enjoyed...
Common Sense: Immigration
DARWIN H. STAPLETON, For the Herald|Jan 20, 2022
My approach here, as a U.S. and Pennsylvania historian for fifty years, is to examine briefly how immigrants and immigration have been viewed and have adapted from colonial times to the present in Pennsylvania and in the nation as a whole; and to suggest that perspective may increase our understanding of immigration. Many residents of the Cove are proud of their Pennsylvania German/Pennsylvania Dutch heritage (as I am, though not from the Cove), which stems from William Penn and his sons’ welcoming immigrants from Germany as they sought to p...
Storm is A-Brewing
Jan 13, 2022
Another snapshot from Herald Correspondent Judith Ott shows the snow across a Woodbury field. The ominous clouds suggest the snow isn't over. Temperatures continued to drop in the days after this photo was taken on Jan. 7....
We’re practicing healthy eating, at least for this month and at least in our house. I always think about how busy my sister and I are and how convenient it is to just order out instead of cooking. This week, I got two healthy eating recipes that are from the slow cooker, so even busy people can eat healthy, too. Lemon Butter Chicken and Potatoes Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs 2 Tbsp. olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 6 Tbsp. butter, cubed 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup. Fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 lb. b...
'Jim' Lyons of Potter Creek: Part 2
DORIS DIBERT, For the Herald|Jan 13, 2022
The obituary for James Lyons also conflicts with the Herald article regarding parentage and age. It reads: "James Lyons, aged colored man and lifelong resident of the southern end of Morrisons Cove, died unexpectedly sometime Saturday night, April 10, 1943 or Sunday morning, his death being discovered by Charles Mock, a neighbor, who knew he had complained of not feeling well Saturday evening, and went to the home Sunday morning to see how he was. Mr. Lyons was employed all his life among the...
125 Years Ago
Jan 13, 2022
Herald of Jan. 14, 1897 Jesse, six year old son of James Wineland, residing near Martinsburg, was injured by a sled that fell on the back of his head. He was nearly scalped and was in critical condition at the time of publication. The daughter of Austin B. Delozier, aged 4 years, of Duncansville came in contact in some way with a fire in the stove. She was consumed in flames and died a short time later. A bill was to be introduced in the legislature to prevent the wearing of high hats in theaters. The Republican primary of Martinsburg was to...
50 Years Ago
Jan 13, 2022
Herald of Jan. 13, 1972 Pa. Gov. Milton Shapp’s administration was calling for the reform of the Milk Marketing law to take away the power of the Milk Marketing Board to fix retail prices. The details were outlined in a letter that was mailed to local dairy farmers. Local farmers believed it would hurt the price of milk and put smaller dairies out of business while consumers believed it would lead to more competition and lower prices. A kidney dialysis machine purchased for the late George R. Rothwell of Roaring Spring RD was given to the A...
100 Years Ago
Jan 13, 2022
Herald of Jan. 13, 1922 Phillip Shelly Brown, 88, died in Kansas City, Missouri, on December 10, 1921. He was born on a farm near New Enterprise and was raised on the Abraham Shelly farm along Clover Creek after his father died. He moved to Davenport, Iowa in 1855 and studied law in the office of John W. Thompson, formerly of Hollidaysburg. Brown moved to Kansas City in 1858, arriving by steamboat. At his death he was the oldest member of the Kansas City Bar and the oldest member of the Presbyterian church there. The local Kansas City paper...
25 Years Ago
Jan 13, 2022
Herald of Jan. 16, 1997 Charles R. Stump was named Assistant Police Chief in Roaring Spring after a group of citizens and the mayor requested that Stump be given the assistant title even though the council’s personnel chair recommended that he be appointed as a full-time patrolman. A group of Freedom Township residents interested in the possibility of forming a separate township police department set up a meeting with the public at the Freedom Township Firehall. A Saxton man, Raphael A. Hiquet, 29, was killed in an accident on Rt. 36 along C...
75 Years Ago
Jan 13, 2022
Herald of Jan. 9, 1947 The State Highway Department authorized a survey for the curbing project on South Market and West Allegheny streets in Martinsburg. The survey was to be done in preparation for road work beginning in the spring. The streets were to be paved curb to curb when the work was completed. The Blair County Airport Commission and the Blair County Board of Commissioners heard from Earl Strunk of the Luria Engineering Corporation of New York about his ideas for a long range plan to improve airport services. Strunk thought the...
10 Years Ago
Jan 13, 2022
Herald of Jan. 12, 2012 The Martinsburg Police Department was investigating the theft of ground wire from approximately 65 borough utility poles. Police were alerted to the thefts when local businesses contacted the police department about an individual turning in large amounts of copper wire for cash. Sisters Debbie (Devlin) Zook of Martinsburg and Mary (Devlin) Lynch of New York City published their fourth novel, “The Wright Move, A Cayden Wright Adventure”. The book was the first in a new series. Adella Anne Kauf, daughter of Adam and Jen...
Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Give Back to Community
Jan 13, 2022
Recognized as one of the most active chapters in Pennsylvania, the Blair County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees donates monthly to various food banks, the Mountain Lion Backpack program, the Altoona Teen Center, the Rescue Mission, the Hollidaysburg Veterans’ Home, the Red Cross, the Central PA Humane Society, and other local philanthropic groups. Anyone who has worked in a public school setting is invited to participate. The group meets the first Tuesday of each m...
Factors To Consider When Planning Your Wedding Day Timeline
Jan 13, 2022
The notion that “timing is everything” is applicable in many situations, perhaps none more so than on a couple’s wedding day. Many couples spend months, if not years, planning their weddings in the hopes that all that hard work will ultimately result in a day they will cherish forever. The sheer volume of things to do on a wedding day can make couples feel overwhelmed. Those feelings can be overcome by emphasizing timing on the day of the wedding. Wedding day timelines will differ depending on variables that are unique to each couple’s wedding...
Your Year-Out Wedding Guide
Jan 13, 2022
Wedding planning involves many movable pieces that ultimately need to come together on the big day. Planning is typically a months-long process, and adhering to certain monthly benchmarks can help couples stay the course. Brides magazine offers that the perfect engagement period is 12 to 14 months, which affords ample time to get organized and work with vendors. With that in mind, here’s a 12-month timeline for couples getting ready to say “I do.” 12 months out At the start of the planning process, establish your budget, hire a wedding plann...
How to Take the Hectic Out of Your Wedding Day
Jan 13, 2022
Weddings are among the most complex events many people will ever plan. Couples often try to go the extra mile in an effort to make the day memorable for themselves and their guests. That pressure can make a wedding day feel a little frenzied. Thankfully, there are various ways to ensure the vibe of the big day is happy and not hectic. Hire a wedding planner/coordinator Leaving the nitty gritty to a professional wedding planner takes a lot of pressure off of couples. The renowned wedding...
Ritcheys Keep Wedding 'Christ-Honoring'
Jan 13, 2022
Marlee Clevenger and Travis Ritchey were joined in marriage on Sept. 25, 2021, at Woodbury Church of the Brethren. Timothy Bartholomew, pastor and friend of the bride, officiated. Marlee is the daughter of Mark and Shari Clevenger of Fishertown. Travis is the son of Steven and Jeri Ritchey of Roaring Spring. A reception at Morrisons Cove Memorial Park followed the ceremony. "Faith is the most important thing to us," said Marlee. "We wanted our ceremony to be Christ-honoring. We wanted God to be...
2022's First Snow
Jan 13, 2022
Herald Correspondent Judith Ott took this photo at Woodbury Dam after Woodbury's first snowfall of 2022. The Cove saw snow on Jan. 6....
I decided to ask the residents of Williamsburg: What is your goal for 2022? Todd Norris: Find a new bank James Flaig: Retirement Wendy Martin: Schedule myself some time off! Ron Snare: Stay close with family in an unpredictable world! Larry Rice: To still be here for New Year’s 2023! Rick Kauffman: Live for Jesus! Paula Hamilton: Be a better person to everyone. Holly Hamilton: Become a successful coloring book artist....
For many, a New Year resolution is healthy eating. I admit, I am not the healthiest eater. But I always try in January to eat a little better and to try to cook healthier, too. Chunky Banana Cream Freeze Ingredients: 5 medium bananas, peeled and frozen 1/3 cup almond milk 2 Tbsp. coconut 2 Tbsp. creamy peanut butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 3 Tbsp. raisins Directions: Place the bananas, milk, coconut, peanut butter and vanilla in a food processor, cover and process until blended. Transfer to a freezer container; stir in walnuts an...
Frosty The Giant
Jan 6, 2022
Terry Raible of 4008 Cove Mountain Road erected this 18-foot snowman on his front lawn. Raible said he purchased the blow-up Frosty on QVC....
'Jim' Lyons of Potter Creek: Part 1
DORIS DIBERT, For the Herald|Jan 6, 2022
In addition to James H. Lyons, son of Benjamin, there were two other James Lyons who lived in the New Enterprise area. James M. and Stacia Lyons of Bloomfield Township were the parents of Anna (the wife of Robert Love), and their two sons: John and David. Listed in the 1880 census in this household was another James, age ten, listed as a grandson. How he was connected to the Lyons or Love family is unsure, for an article states that Robert was his uncle – unless it was through one of his wife A...
125 Years Ago
Jan 6, 2022
Herald of Jan. 7, 1897 Calvin Ebersole of Curryville and Nannie Miller of Woodbury were united in marriage at the home of the bride. Fifty people attended. The board of directors of the poor organized for 1897 at the county home. J.F. Wilson of Tyrone was elected president of the board. Woodbury will ask the Bedford county court in February for the privilege to sell whiskey and all manner of strong drinks. A notice was posted at the Upper Altoona railroad shops Tuesday morning that the shops would operate nine hours a day, with Saturday...
50 Years Ago
Jan 6, 2022
Herald of Jan. 5, 1972 Two suspects in the murder of State Police Corporal John S. Valent were captured in Florida. Charles Howard Knisely, 20, and Mark Ray Geddes, 22, were returned to Pennsylvania on a chartered flight that landed at the Blair County Airport. Knisely was a graduate of Central High School and police conducted a manhunt for him in Martinsburg after the trooper’s death in December. Three CHS graduates stationed in Viet Nam were reunited at a Bob Hope Show in Long Binh on Christmas Day. Spec. 4 H. Lynn Blattenberger of M...
100 Years Ago
Jan 6, 2022
Herald of Jan. 6, 1922 Contractor David Sohn and his force of men are making rapid progress erecting the framework of DeFord’s theater on North Market St. in Martinsburg. The stork made a trip to North Martinsburg, leaving a little daughter at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Mentzer. The members of the Mt. Pleasant congregation very kindly remembered their pastor, Rev. J. W. Albertson, and family with a liberal donation. The larder was replenished and a cash donation added. Take notice–the parties that have been providing hard cider or any...
25 Years Ago
Jan 6, 2022
Herald of Jan. 9, 1997 Blair County’s 911 emergency call system was scheduled to go online on Jan. 14. There were six emergency lines, and residents were urged to use the lines for emergency calls only. Residents were asked to make sure their address was clearly marked on homes and mailboxes so emergency responders could easily find their destinations. George Acker of Clover Creek was not pleased with the accuracy of his 1996 forecast. A Herald reader tracked his forecasts against actual conditions and gave him a score of 77%. He predicted 1...
75 Years Ago
Jan 6, 2022
Herald of Jan. 2, 1947 Diehl’s Crossroads Church of the Brethren near Curryville was vandalized when 30 to 35 gun shots were fired inside the building. Damage was estimated at $500. All but two windows were shot out, five of six light shades were shattered, hands were shot off the clock, and the piano was shot. Police believed the suspects to be excellent marksmen. The father-in-law of Thelma Rhodes, who was killed a few weeks earlier by her husband, believed that the shooting was accidental, even though the coroner ruled it murder. Sanford R...
10 Years Ago
Jan 6, 2022
Herald of Jan. 5, 2012 The Morrisons Cove Republican Club installed officers at its Christmas party in December. Christi Waltz was president, Jim Porreca first vice president, Dewayne Newman second vice president, Mary Ann Bennis third vice president, Fred Fareman treasurer, Jeanne Bolger secretary, and Joy Fareman assistant secretary. The Northern Bedford girls’ basketball team won the Sheetz Holiday Classic tournament held at Everett High School. They defeated a team from Boonsboro, Md. for the title. Father and son Bobby McCall and Mike M...
Homewood Independent Living Brings In the New Year Hawaii-Style
JUDITH OTT, Southern Cove Correspondent|Jan 6, 2022
Homewood located on Givler Drive, Martinsburg, had a New Year's Eve Celebration in the Social Hall. The celebration took place from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Those in independent living attended. Seventy-nine planned to attend. A committee headed by Ben and Jean Kensinger planned this event. New Year's Eve celebration has been taking place for over 11 years now. Kensinger stated they had not been told they could proceed with the event until one week prior when the state gave its approval. The...
Morrisons Cove Memorial Park Hosts New Year's Eve Festivities
Jan 6, 2022
On New Year's Eve, Morrisons Cove Memorial Park had discounted skating and bowling throughout the day....
The Cove's Post-Christmas Winter Wonderland
Dec 30, 2021
This winter scene in a homeowner's yard along Woodlawn Ave. in Martinsburg was photographed on Monday afternoon....
Puppy's First Snow
Dec 30, 2021
My dog, Cooper Lamar, enjoyed his first snow on Monday, Dec. 27. Here, we got around 2-3 inches....
5 – the year that was. Lots of good and not-so-good things happened to all of us this year – but being the optimist, I was inspired. What was the best thing that happened to you in 2021? Here is what a few Williamsburgers had to say. Wendy Martin: We got 2 new granddaughters. Polly Smith Eastep: We celebrated our Mom’s 97 th birthday! Kevin Wise: Everyday with Melody Wise. Linda Lemin: My mom turned 94 and my aunt Becky turned 97 and I thank God I still have both of them in my life. Dona Gorsuch: My granddaughter came to live with my son....
I always like to do a look-back on the year that was in our town. As I sit here in my office thinking about this article, I looked back (pun intended) on what I wrote leaving 2020. I wrote, “For a lot of us, this year was one to learn some life lessons – but what can we say about our town of Williamsburg? Arguably, our town is going through a time of change. We are not the Williamsburg of yesteryear – but what we are is a town on the verge of a comeback.” Can it be said that this is where we are right now? Two weeks ago, I attended the Lower Tr...
Use the New Year to Get Organized at Work
Dec 30, 2021
The dawn of a new year is a time when change is readily welcomed by millions of people across the globe. Many people see a new calendar year as a great time to turn over a new leaf, and New Year’s resolutions are often made with the intention of making positive changes. Committing to being more organized is a popular goal each January, and it’s one that can pay some surprising dividends if individuals can see it through to fruition. For example, in 2011 researchers utilized functional magnetic resonance imaging and other measurements to determi...
How a Hobby Could Benefit You in the New Year
Dec 30, 2021
Hobbies are important for many different reasons. While one of the main reasons to immerse oneself in a hobby is to have fun, the benefits do not stop there. • Improve physical well-being: Physical hobbies, such as swimming, running, martial arts, or hiking, increase heart rate and improve brain function. That can lead to myriad health benefits, such as weight loss and a lower risk for disease. • Improve mental well-being: Hobbies can help relieve stress and take your mind off of pressing issues. This may help with anxiety or depress...
Family-Friendly Activities for New Year's Day
Dec 30, 2021
People spend so much time planning New Year’s Eve revelry that they may not consider that they have another day on the holiday calendar to enjoy after the clock strikes 12. New Year’s Day activities may differ significantly from the countdowns and parties of the night before, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be equally enjoyable. Chances are children are home from school for holiday breaks, meaning New Year’s Day activities should probably be family-friendly. Check out these family-friendly ways to spend New Year’s Day. • Catch (or play) a foo...
The Origins of New Year's Eve Traditions
Dec 30, 2021
Traditions are the glue that hold many celebrations together. Individuals and families embrace many customs that serve as the script for commemorating year-end holidays. Some celebrants may adhere to traditions without really knowing how they began or why they continue. Here is a closer look at some of the most popular traditions tied to New Year's Eve, both domestically and around the world. Drinking champagne The use of champagne for celebrations is rooted in the Christian ritual of consuming...
The Longevity of the Love Family
DORIS DIBERT, For the Herald|Dec 30, 2021
In the story of Robert Love of Potter Creek, it was noted that Robert and four of his siblings made their way to Pennsylvania around 1849, after being freed from the Carter plantation. A bill had been passed in 1849, stating that free blacks could not stay in that state after being freed. In addition, the 1850 Fugitive Slave Act gave permission for slave hunters to capture persons who may have been runaway slaves and return them to their owners, which encouraged a mass exodus from the plantations. The story of Robert R. Love, son of George...
125 Years Ago
Dec 30, 2021
Herald of Dec. 31, 1896 One of our leading farmers, Peter Clapper, is lying extremely ill with pneumonia. Dr. Nason is the attending physician, and under his skillful treatment we hope Peter will pull through. The large wooden pillars supporting the dome of the Capitol at Harrisburg are being supplanted by iron columns. While removing one of the old and decaying supports recently the workmen discover a supply of honey. Two buckets were filled with the honey which was distributed among the Hill officials. It was delicious. The Brethren church...
50 Years Ago
Dec 30, 2021
Herald of Dec. 29, 1971 The old order Mennonites who moved from Lancaster County to Morrisons Cove during the past two years were building a new church off Rt. 866 south of Martinsburg. There were 17 Mennonite families in the Cove from the Lancaster area, and three more families were expected to move in the near future. Woodbury borough was alight with luminaries. Under the direction of Mrs. Leone Zimmerman, community members gathered brown paper bags, candles, and sand and put together approximately 200 luminaries. They were placed 20 feet...
100 Years Ago
Dec 30, 2021
Herald of Dec. 30, 1921 The Herald did not publish an edition this week. In the edition dated Dec. 23, 1921, the editor wrote: In accordance with a long established custom among weekly papers and observed in the past by the Herald, we will publish no paper between the Holidays in order to give “the force” a little relaxation from the regular weekly grind. Last year we put out an issue between the holidays because we were unfortunate in missing an issue during the year. Our office will, however, be open during the week for the transaction of...
25 Years Ago
Dec 30, 2021
Herald of Dec. 31, 1996 Employees of Roaring Spring Blank Book and Roaring Spring Bottling Company presented Christmas gifts of toys, clothing, school supplies, and games to four area families that needed help with Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. Charles K. Neil of Martinsburg celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on Dec. 29 with a dinner given by their children at Hoss’s Steak and Sea House. Fifty pints of blood were collected when the Red Cross Bloodmobile stopped in Williamsburg. Donald Shanholtz was recognized for donating 10 gallons over h...
75 Years Ago
Dec 30, 2021
Herald of Dec. 26, 1946 Fifty-eight children at the Blair County Children’s Home in Williamsburg had plenty of opportunities to visit with Santa Claus. Superintendent Harry Gwinn reported that four separate groups visited with the home and Santa appeared each time. Gifts were presented and entertainment staged for the children. Stamp number 53 in the ration books was set to become legal tender on January 1. It was good for five pounds of sugar, and had an expiration date of April 30. Wilson L. Wright of Taylor Township, was found dead in his h...
10 Years Ago
Dec 30, 2021
Herald of Dec. 29, 2011 Several police agencies responded to a burglary in progress. A caller reported a suspicious vehicle in a neighbor’s driveway, and police recognized the vehicle as matching the description of a vehicle associated with several suspected break-ins in the Fair Valley Road and Auction Road areas of Martinsburg. Police monitored the vehicle and watched it returning to the Ritchey’s Dairy parking lot and arrested the driver. After his arrest it was discovered that the driver had left his job to break into his sup...
Family Photo With Santa
Dec 30, 2021
The Freedom Township Volunteer Fire Company held a children's Christmas Party on Sunday, Dec. 12. The party was in memory of Daniel "Butch" Giarth who organized the annual event until his death in 2020....
Do You Wanna Build a Snowman?
Dec 30, 2021
Snowmen are taking over the Cove!...
Shovels and Snowblowers and Tractors, Oh My
Dec 30, 2021
The Cove used a variety of tools to remove snow on Monday, Dec. 27....
Just Missed a White Christmas
Dec 30, 2021
A winter wonderland photo shot along Cove Lane Road Monday afternoon. There was a mix of snow and ice just two days after Christmas, while the high on Christmas was 60 degrees....
100 Years Ago
Dec 23, 2021
Herald of Dec. 23, 1921 Thanksgiving donations for Nason Hospital through the school children and individuals covered 1 ½ columns in the Herald. Hundreds of items including laundry soap, rice, canned fruits and vegetables and dried beans were donated. Many businesses contributed large quantities of potatoes, pastry and buckwheat flour, groceries, bed linens and cleaning products. Cash donations from all towns from the northern to southern ends of the Cove ranged from 25 cents to five dollars. A gift of $100 was received from the Blank Book...
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