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'DEATH CLAIMS PROMINENT MAN Former County Commissioner Nicholas Kutz Passes Away Nicholas J. Kutz, prominent In many business enterprises and a former county commissioner, died at 1 o'clock. Saturday morning in his 60th year, at his home In Fleetwood. His death was the result of a stroke of apoplexy, which he suffered two weeks ago, since which time he had loet the ue' of his speech. In the death of Mr, Kutz, Fleetwood will lose one of Its most useful jiiftn.

Throughout the period of the war he was very active in every form of patriotic activity. He 'was one of the leading men of the Lutheran church, and was a trustee of the St. FRANCIS FuRD In the 15th Chapter Paul's Union chapel. Up to the time of his deith he was the purchasing agent of the Fleetwood Metal Body Co. Held Civic Positions, Among the positions which ho oc cupied'were: Secretary of the Fleet wood Building Loan Association, director Board of Trade, director and secretary of the Fleetwood First Na tional Bank.

He was a member Qf St Paul's Lutheran Church, Fleetwood Camp 108, P. O. S. of Nest of Orioles No. 25, Castle 374, Knights of the Golden Eagle, Willow Valley Lodge.

Knights of Pythias." He was a S2d degree Mason, and was active In every functio nof the Masonic order. He Is survived by one daughter, Florence; a brother, Ira, of this city, and three sisters, Mrs. Wilson Althouse, Mrs. Wellington Hoffman and Mrs. Annie Selbert, all of Nor ristown.

Born in Kutrtown. Mr. Butz was the son of Benneville and Sarah, and was born In the borough of Kutztown, Nov. 18, 1860. Ho received his early education in the district school, and later attended the Important Announcement Final Week at Grand Followins the farewell program irmngcd for Wednesday afternoon and nlpht, the Grand Theatre will close its doom and make way for the rebuilding of the new Capitol Theatre now under way, on thla same site, and which will open Its doon to the amusement lovers of Reading In the early fall.

With the pausing of the Grand, the management begs to aclmowledge with sincere thanks the loyal patronage aocorded this theatre during ita period devoted to the silent drama. When the new Capttot opens Its doors to the public, every effort will be made to give the amusement loving public tho highest standard photoplay programs available In the motion picture Industry. A ND Continuous Showing Today (One Day Only) First Run Republic Plo. tur Presents I AY (The Fascinating Star of In a Plcturlzatlon of Stuart Sin. Sinclair's Famous Humanity Play Children N6t Wanted" (Seven Touching Parts) i "Leave my hoose," they demanded of mother and child.

Why woman's life Is at stake. Why girls make mistakes In fife. Why man's passion brings mlstry In life. Question Who Is the fault, man or wo. man7 Two Recl Big V.

Comedy, "FISTS AND FODDER" TUESDAY The Irresistible Stage Comedienne FLORENCE NASH The Original Aggie Lynch In "Within the In a Romantic Pletur. Ization "SPRINGTIME" Adapted from the Story of Love and Youth by Booth Tarklngton RUTH ROLAND In the 14th Chapter "THE ADVENTURES OF RUTH" WEDNESDAY (Farewell Program) Robertson Cole Pictures Presents BESSIE BARRISCALE Supported by FORREST STANLEY and HARRY MEYERS In a Stirring Society Drama "THE NOTORIOUS MRS. SANDS SEVEN PARTS The Mystery of 13" (THE 13TH CARD) THE READING NEWS TIMES, READING, MONDAY' MORNING, JUNE 2 8, 1 9 20 JSvJTSSI 1 II 4 Nicholas J. Kutz Kutztown State Normal School, graduating therefrom in 1879. Ha taught school in Maxatawny township for two terms, and in the fall of 882 accepted the position grammar school teacher at Egypt, Lehigh county.

After the completion of his first term he was unanimously elected to servo another, but was offered a more lucrative position with the Philadelphia Reading railroad, la Philadelphia Worked in Post Office. During President Cleveland's adV mlnistrattoa he was appointed a reg istry clerk in the Philadelphia post office, and after the administration was once more the hands or the other political power he was again sriven his position in" the railroad company's freight office, where he continued eight years. In the spring of 894 Mr. Kutz and S. Schaeffer, of Fleetwood, form ed a partnership and commenced business under the firm name of N.

S. Schaeffer Co. They dealt in general merchandise, and occupied the entire building at the corner of Main and Richmond streets, Fleetwood, the firm enjoying the largest trade of that thriving town. "Took in a Partner. In 1902 they admitted another partner in the person of George J.

Schle gel, opening at this time in addition to the general store a hardware store, on the northwest corner Main and Richmond streets, this stand being formerly known las Kelchner's. Mr. Schlegel had entire charge of this branch of the business. Mr. Kutz was Interested In other enterprises, being associated with his brother in law, W.

D. Althouse, in coal mining In Somerset county, and Preston county, West Virginia, ginia. Politically, Mr. Kutz was an Influential rJemocrat, and a well known factor In local politics. He was a member of the Fleetwood council for six years, serving during that time as secretary of that body.

He resided in a comfortable brick residence on Main street Fleetwood. On Oct 29. 1891, Mr. Kutz was married to Clara S. Kline, daughte.

of Israel and Amelia (Schaeffer) Kline. Mrs, James Hawkins. Blanche wife of James Hawkins, aged 60 years, died Friday evening at 7, at her home in Blandon. Death was due to a complication of dis eases. She was a member of, the Hill Lutheran church, of Blandon.

There survive two daughters, Sarah G. and Florence a stepsbn, Raymond T. Kline, a step sister, and three etep brothers. Adam Wertman. After returnin from work on Sat urday, Adam S.

Wertman, aged '74, died of a stroke at 11 a. m.i be fore the doctor could come to his assistance. He had not been afflict ed by Illness for the most of his life and on leaving for work Friday eve ning gave no evidence of ill health. On returning to his home, 835 North 11th street, next morning, be com plained of weakness and died a short time later at his home. He was born in Berks county and was the son of Jesse and Polly (nee Strauss) Wertman.

He lived most of his life at Hammon, but came to this city in April to live with his son, William F. Wertman, of 836 North 11th street. Since his remov inff to Reading he had been em ployed as a night watchman at the American Express Co. He was a member of Zlon's Luther an Church, of Strausstown, and the Odd Fellows, of Strausstown. He Is survived by his widow, Cath erine (nee Felck), one son, William five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Joseph left sr. Joseph W. Hiefter, 27 years old, of Pottstown. died Friday at the Never slnk Mountain Sanatorium. He was a former member of Go.

A when It was in service on the Mexican border. He Is a member of St Aloyslus Catholic church, of Pottstown. He Is survived by his widow, Mary (nee Short). Undertaker James Mc Monigle, of Pottstown, removed the body to Pottstown. Lewis Stitzer.

Lewis Stitzer, aged 64 years, for several years a resident of Reading died at his home in Ashland, following a lingering illness. A severe rupture that he sustained recently contributing to his death. Mr. Stitzer was a resident of Read ing for three years, during which he was employed by the city water For many vears he was an active member of Bethany U. E.

church and was a member of the Independent Order, of Americans. He leaves his widow and the fol lowing sons and daughters: Bert and Mrs. John Hontz, Aristes; Francis Reading; Mrs. Arthur Gahrcs, Mt CarmeiwHarry, Mrs. Harry Bivins, and John.

Ashland. One brother, William Egg Harbor, N. and! two sisters, Mrs. William Korn and Another Reason Purchasers are subjected to no interest, taxes or assessments. No forfeiture from sickness or loss of employment.

We give a free warranty deed for the lots without further payment or expense. Purchasers secure on the easiest possible terms a splendid real estate investment. Mrs. Mary Martin, both of Ashland, also survive. Mrs.

Felix Winthalter. Veronica (Blessing), wife of Felix Winthalter, died Sunday morning at 5 o'clock, at her home, 915 AValnut street, from a complication of dis eaes. She was 67 years old. She was born in Germany but lived in this country 38 years, practically all the time in Readin. She was a faith ful member of St Paul's Catholic church and belonged to the Sacred Heart League and the Holy Rosary Slciety.

There survive her husband, Felix, a sister, Mrs. Hummel, and a brother, Valentine. Frederick Lochslfeld. Frederick Lochelfeld, a long estab lished grocer, died from diabetis Sun day morning at 3 o'clock, at his home, 1123 Buttonwood street, after a three weeks' illness. He was S3 years old He was born in Germany Mut came to this country when 18 years' oM and settled in Berks county, where he made hie home alt hia life.

He was in the grocery business at his residence for 23 years. He was on of the oldest and most active' members of St. John's Ger man Lutheran church and never missed church or Sunday school. He leaves his wife, Marie (Behrends), these children: Hedwig, wife of Herman Schussler; Alice, wife of Solo mon Regar; Wally, wife of Frank grandchildren, and also three sisters and one brother in Ger many. Nora Hinnershitz.

Nora N. Hinnershitz died from can cer of the breast Sunday afternoon at LOG, at her home; 833 North Thir teenth street. She was aged 35 years, i months and She was mem ber tho Reformed church. Triers remain her mother, Mrs. Susan Hin nershltz; one daughter, Alma H.

Rapp; two sons, A. Bert and George Rapp; a sister, Mary, wife of William Mell; and five How ard, Henry, Irwin and Adam and Ellas. Wm. Halich. William O.

Haisch, aged 45, died at 12.30 a.m. Saturday of a complication of diseases at Ills home, 113 North Front street. He had been ill since July 30, 1919. He was born in Germany and came to this country when 7 years of age. He was the son of the late Gottlieb and Marie (nee Sondheimer) Haisch.

Mr. Haisch attended the Lutheran church and was a member of the following organizations: Hampden Fire Ivy Leaf Association, Bavarian Association. Court Wyomissing, No. 130, Foresters of America, and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Kmployes and Moving Picture Operators of the United States and Canada, Reading local No. 97.

He was originally a stone cutter by trade, but In 1912 worked as a stage carpenter at the Orpheum and Hippodrome theaters. In this city. Later he traveled with William Shilling's company producing "Destiny." His latest engagement was with the "Odds and Kds" company, in 1918 1919. He returned to Rsadlng March 11, 1919, and illness the following July prevented him from any further employment. He is survived by his widow, Mar garet (nee Rader), a brother, Robert, and a sister, Mary wife of Sylvester Becker, of Rutherford, N.

J. Simon Neider. Early Saturday 'morning, Simon S. Neider, aged 44. for many years a member of the local police force, passed I away at his home, 1243 Greenwich street.

He had been ill for 13 weeks and was bedfast six weeks. He was bom in Reading, his parents being Simon and Rose (nee Schelera) Neider. As a young man he worked at the pipe mill, but during the administrations of Mayors Rick and Stratton he was a member of the police force. During the last five years he was employed at the Narrow Fabric Co. He was a member of the Union Fire Co.

and attended St. Andrew's Reformed church. Those surviving him are: His wife, Sarah F. (nee O'Bryan), and these children: Alice wife of Claude Drey; Sara wife of Clarence Krets; Mamie wife of Byron Goodman; Elmer, Warren, Ralph and Grace, at home; one brother, two sisters and four grandchildren. FUNERALS i Rev.

Dr. J. V. George conducted the funeral of John Trivltts who died as a result of injuries received when he' was run down by an auto truck last Sunday evening. Services were held in the apartments of T.

C. Auman and interment was made In Aulenbach'a cemetery. The funeral of Richard Trethewey was conducted from his late residence, 960 North lltb street by Rev. Mr. Goudie.

Services were held at the chapel In Falrvtew cemetery, Boyertown, and Interment was made in Fairvlew cemetery. The funeral services of Anna wife of Frank S. Barsottt, were held from her late home, 226 Carpenter street and the Italian M. E. Church of the Saviour.

Rev. Ralph A. Mau tone was in charge of theT services, and interment was made in the memorial mausoleum. URGED TO KILL RATS TO AVOID PLAGUE Washington, June 27. Calling at tention to the discovery of bubonic plague in several American and Mexi can gulf ports and renewing his warning regarding the introduction of the plague from Mediterranean ports, which are known to be Infected, Sur geon General cJumming has urged communities ithrougbout the country, and especially along the coast, to Inaugurate rat extermination According to esMmatee by the pub lic health service there is at least one rat for every person A in the United States.

The annual upkeep per rodent was) computed by the same authorities as $1.80 in Great Britain, $1.20 tin Denmark and $1 in France. The depredations of the rats In the United States will probably exceed the estimate for Great Britain. It cost the United States $180,000,000 a year to support Its rat population. This does not Include mice. The health service has Just pub lished a bulletin dealing with methods for rat destruction.

DTSCOTTNT FOR CASH POLICE NOTES The polio department received a telegram from Mrsi I M. Howard, 229 231 West Ninety seventh street, New York, requesting that the address of Charles M. Newkirk, a sigii painter, be found, as news of importance le awaiting 'him. John Adams and John Hartz, young runaways from. Newark, were picked up by Officer Klop at the Franklin street station.

Carl Water, 331 Schuylkill avenue, found' a bay horee on Third street between Penn and Court was taken' to the police patry. DIENER FAMILY REUNES. Diener family was held Saturday at Topton in the grove next to the Topton orphans' home. The Topton band furnished the music and dinner and supper were furnishei in the rove. Adam Diner, of PottsTiJi the president, presided over the business meeting.

George Diener, of Stony Creek, read the history of the family. i WILMER VINCENTS MMSWSSSWSSSSiSSSSSaSSSSSSSSSSBIMM Welcome Return of the Comedy Genius HARRY JOLSON Operatic Black Face Comedian Brother of the Wolrd Famous Al. Jolson ROME and WAGE In a New" and Genuine Novelty Skit The THREE CHUMS KINGS OF SYNCOPATION READING'S COOLEST THEATRI JIM and HUGH1E O'DONNELL Featuring the World's Youngest Acrobat HHHHsssHssHsssHssBH OPENING EPISODE THE THIRD EYE With WARNER OLAND and EILEEN PERCY A Serial of Battling Mystery, Intrigue and Romance A Merry Melange of Startling Musical Surprises 8 VASSAR GIRLS 8 A Sumptuous Festival of Song and Music THE HOME OF KEITH VAUDEV1LL We Are Deeply Indebted to the Public of Reading for the Magnificent Success We Have Had in Selling Our Lots THERE ARE REASONS FOR THIS: NORTH ROSEDALE is near to everything that makes land valuable and homes desirable. ItYa single fare to every part ot Keadmg, just oeyona nyae rark, adjoining Kose dale, on the Temple Trolley and the public road to Temple one of the best and most frequented highways in the county. In the miast or a reru'e.

pariwiKe couniry, nign ana ary, with buildings and improvements all around it. Come to NORTH ROSEDALE at our expense and see it. Another Reason We give the residents of our property a beautiful park like homesection as a pleasure ground for all time to come. You will not only get a beautiful site for a home, but the growth of population and manufactories in that direction will enable you to double and treble your money in a short time. Another Reason When you put your money in real estate you became your own banker.

Real estate is a bank at never closes its doors. Real estate is the foundation of all wealth. The best investment on earth is a "piece of the earth itself. DOWNl A WL O') flj tv 1 $5 Per Monthl to $400 Lti. Choice Building Lots 2 lO PRR CENT Greatest Reason This may mean the foundation of a home for you you cannot sit down and allow such an opportunity as this to go by unnoticed.

It's a duty you owe to yourself and your family to see our property. You can easily haVe a home At North Rosedale and have lawns, trees, flowers, pure air, sunshine and pure water on a less income than you are now paying for a narrow, dark, cheerless city home. The' Openimg Sale Begiims Saturday, July 3d AND WILL CONTINUE UNTIL ALL THE LOTS ARE SOLD Whether You Seek a Profitable Investment or a Site for a Home You Should Become Acquainted With North Rosedale Take advantage of this rare opportunity; such chances do not come often. The investment of a week' wages or less is sure to bring returns equal to many weeks' earnings, and you wilt be ready to start a home at once on one of the most healthful spots in this vicinity, where you will have all the conveniences of the City, and all the healthfulness and delights of the Country. It's agood thing, a splendid thing.

It is a delightful home, a profitable investment, a life insurance policy and a safe and sound saving fund all rolled into one. Don't wait; come out today and secure your lots. Remember we have sold more than one thousand building lots in this section, and North Rosedale adjoins all these developments. HOW TO GET TO NORTH ROSEDALE Take Temple or Allentown Electric Cars direct to the property. It is one fare each way, and will be refunded to you by our agents.

Salesmen at NORTH ROSEDALE every day, including Sunday, from 9 A. M. to 7 P. M. For further particulars, plans, apply at our OFFICE, 27 NORTH SIXTH STREET S.

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