This week marks the 60th anniversary of one of the darkest days in American history, November 22, 1963, the assassination of the 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy. On the occasions of the 40th and 50th anniversary of that dark day in Dallas, Webb Weekly ran two stories featuring two individuals who
Disbelief, shock and utter grief and dismay spread over the City of Williamsport Friday afternoon when news of the President’s assassination came. Persons gathered in small groups to hear the latest information on transistor radios. Quiet conversations began as persons tried to ease the initial shock. Traffic slackened. Yesterday the city was not the same.
During the late 19th century, Williamsport was the Lumber capital of the continent and attracted many wealthy families that built elaborate homes and architecture in our great city. Victorian Christmas, sponsored and presented by Preservation Williamsport, celebrates Williamsport’s beautiful, charming architectural heritage of vintage homes, mansions, museums, churches, and other public structures. In addition to
The police ambulance was called by mistake by a taxicab during the heavy rain showers this morning about 7:30. Driver Boyd C. Luse was the driver and regardless of the mistake delivered the passenger. A nurse living on East Third Street received a hurry call to go on a case at the Williamsport Hospital. Her
Yes, we will review the takeaways from the election on November 7th, but before we get there, we need to stop and give a really big THANK YOU to Forrest Lehman and his incredible staff members, small in number but outstanding in service. The work that they must do is mind-boggling. Every election has its
An “All Vivaldi Holiday” will kick off the Williamsport Civic Chorus’ 80th anniversary concert season when they present the concert on Sunday, November 12 at 3 p.m. at the Trinity Episcopal Pro-Cathedral at 844 West Fourth Street. The concert will feature soloists and a small orchestra under the baton of Musical Director Michael Connor. The
After focusing on candidates for the past couple of months, let’s shift the focus to our own well-being. Many folks who are concerned about their health prioritize exercise, diet, and proper rest. But there is something else that is necessary that no one seems to mention. It is in your brain, and it has to
The people of Lycoming County and throughout this “Land of the Free” owe a lot to the military veterans who have served this country in peace and in war. In a bid to show appreciation to our local veterans, the annual Lycoming County Veterans Day Parade will be held this Saturday, November 4, stepping off
The year 1923 was a big year for professional baseball in Williamsport. In that year, the Williamsport team became a charter member of the newly formed New York-Pennsylvania League, later to become the Eastern League. Williamsport fielded a very good team in the new league that year and captured the league’s first championship. The team
Election Day is just around the corner, Tuesday, November 7th. In the past, the emphasis was simply getting the voting citizenry to get to the polls. It seems lately that there is more trepidation than anticipation when it comes to our annual practice of democracy in action. In light of this, it is good to
Williamsport’s baseball fandom was formally introduced to George Herman (Babe) Ruth yesterday afternoon and if Ruth likes us as well as we like him, the good impression is a mutual one. Incidentally, it may be mentioned that Ruth’s All Stars, four of whom were members of the Pennsylvania R.R. team won the game, an eight-
It’s that wonderful time of year in which those scary ghouls and goblins inhabit our midst. We at Webb Weekly thought we would give you a brief run-down on some of the creepy and ghoulish things happening in the area as well as some tips that will help make it a safer time for those
