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Boyertown Tue. Aug 6 2024

August 6, 1945: General Carl A. Spaatz Orders Bomb Drop on Hiroshima

General Carl A. Spaatz ordered the Enola Gay, commanded by Col. Paul Tibbetts, to drop an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan, awards crew members.

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August 6, 1945: General Carl A. Spaatz Orders Bomb Drop on Hiroshima

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Boyertown Mon. Aug 5 2024

Nurture and Empower: A Community's Call to Uplift Vulnerable Children

Taking a stand for vulnerable children isn't just a moral duty but a practical commitment that should resonate across various sectors.

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Nurture and Empower: A Community's Call to Uplift Vulnerable Children

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Boyertown Mon. Aug 5 2024

August 5, 1900: Anna Spatz Survives Being Hit by a Car

Clutching her purse and market basket while being dragged a few feet, Anna Spatz has earned a reputation for resilience and spunk after her survival being hit by a car.

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August 5, 1900: Anna Spatz Survives Being Hit by a Car

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Boyertown Sun. Aug 4 2024

Jefferson, Lehigh Valley Health Network Complete Combination

A top 15 not-for-profit health system in the U.S., merger will increase access to care, clinical research and health plan offerings in Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey.

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Jefferson, Lehigh Valley Health Network Complete Combination

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Boyertown Sun. Aug 4 2024

August 4, 1900: John Sabold's Suicide Shocks Community

A return of despondency ruled the reason for John Sabold's suicide.

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August 4, 1900: John Sabold's Suicide Shocks Community

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Boyertown Sat. Aug 3 2024

"I AM: Proud"--"B Inspired" Features Spaatz Museum Founder

Keith Seiwell, Spaatz Museum Founder, is the feature of this week's "B Inspired" Encore Episode.

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I AM: Proud -- B Inspired Features Spaatz Museum Founder

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Boyertown Sat. Aug 3 2024

August 3, 1898: Philadelphia Inquirer Scolds Pastor for Sartorial Decision

Ninety-eight degrees was not hot enough for the Philadelphia Inquirer to forgive a local pastor for his decision to preach in shirt sleeves.

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August 3, 1898: Philadelphia Inquirer Scolds Pastor for Sartorial Decision

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Boyertown Fri. Aug 2 2024

Bob Wood Introduces Frank B. Updegrove, Circus Driver

Bob Wood shares details of circus life provided by Frank Updegrove.

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Bob Wood Introduces Frank B. Updegrove, Circus Driver

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Boyertown Fri. Aug 2 2024

“I AM: Proud”-- Donnie Ellixson Business Owner Celebrates Success

Donnie Ellixson of Ellixson’s Tae Kwon Do Academy offers words of celebration.

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“I AM: Proud”-- Donnie Ellixson Business Owner Celebrates Success

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Boyertown Fri. Aug 2 2024

August 2, 1920: Steeple of Good Shepherd Reformed Church Replaced by Town Clock

To avoid calamity, the steeple of Good Shepherd Reformed Church is replaced by a town clock.

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August 2, 1920: Steeple of Good Shepherd Reformed Church Replaced by Town Clock

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Boyertown Thu. Aug 1 2024

Craig Bennett Claims "I AM: Proud" to Be a Boomer

Boomers are much maligned, perhaps unfairly.

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Boyertown Thu. Aug 1 2024

August 1, 1921: St. Columbkill's Roman Catholic Church Holds First Mass in Kitchen of Unger Mansion

The first Mass of St. Columbkill’s Roman Catholic Church was said today by Father Bernard Creamers with all 12 members of the congregaton present.

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August 1, 1921: St. Columbkill's Roman Catholic Church Holds First Mass in Kitchen of Unger Mansion

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Boyertown Wed. Jul 31 2024

The Wandering Mystic: Connecting with Nature

Megan Bartlett, a Boyertown alum shares her experiences in feeling the Divine spirit while visiting some familiar local areas.

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The Wandering Mystic: Connecting with Nature

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Boyertown Wed. Jul 31 2024

July 31, 1922: Explosion Deemed Cause of Fire Destroying Green Tree Hotel and Death of Proprietor

Fire destroys Green Tree Hotel and takes the life of proprietor and his dog and threatens the lives of two firemen attempting the rescue of the remains.

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July 31, 1922: Explosion Deemed Cause of Fire Destroying Green Tree Hotel and Death of Proprietor

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Boyertown Tue. Jul 30 2024

"I AM: Proud"--Poet and Educator Phil Repko Presents a Plea, Challenges Old and Young

Phil Repko's reflections challenge readers to think, savor, and remember.

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I AM: Proud --Poet and Educator Phil Repko Presents a Plea, Challenges Old and Young

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