July 9, 2026: Days Gone By

100 years ago — 1926 Advertisement: Parking is easy with the new Overland Whippet. The steering mechanism is specially built to suit the four-wheel brakes and the balloon tires. The car turns in a 34-foot circle. 75 years ago — 1951 M.J. Shore, of Gilberton, was recently elected president of the Retired Teachers’ Association. The Association was formed last week by retired teachers from Mahanoy City, Mahanoy Twp. and Gilberton Borough. 50 years ago — 1976 Mr. & Mrs. Walter Zarcufsky, Turkey Run, recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. They are the parents of 15 children, 10 of whom are […]