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THURSDAY, December 20, 2001 L i t i t z R e c o r d E x p r e s s 125TH YEAR Pages - No. LITITZ, PENNSYLVANIA Two sections 30 Cents MERRY CHRISTMAS IN BRIEF Holiday Deadlines Due to holiday scheduling for the Dec. 27 and Jan. 3 issues, significant deadline changes will be in effect for those issues. Please see page 2 for details. The Lititz Record Express offices will be closed on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Meeting Change With Christmas falling on a Tuesday, the monthly meeting of Lititz Borough Council will be held next Thursday, Dec. 27, at 7 p.m. INSIDE 0 Religion Christmas Services Area churches are planning special services for this special time of year. A complete listing of times and places can be found on Page 12. I n B r o a d d a y lig h t Husband stabs wife STEPHEN SEEBER_________ Record Express S ta ff LITITZ — When Jeffrey Ford stepped outside for a noon cigarette break on Tuesday, a blood-soaked woman stumbled away from a running minivan. Anna Martinez of Lititz had just been stabbed multiple times in the neck, arms and hands by her husband Hernando. Ford, who works at Wilbur Chocolate, rushed to the woman’s aid as dozens of midday Christmas shoppers watched the graphic scene unfold. “She was already bloody when she came out of the van,” he said, adding that she sat down on the sidewalk in front of the Long & Bomberger hardware store on North Broad Street. “Her whole throat, inside, was exposed. I thought she was going to die right there.” Ford, along with a man who was driving behind the Martinez’ van, which was heading north on Route 501 before stopping abruptly near in downtown Lititz Hernando Martinez has been charged with attempted homicide and aggravated assault. His bail is set at $200,000. the railroad crossing, applied pressure to the Anna’s throat wounds, desperately hoping to slow the bleeding. “She was coherent at first,” Ford recalled, “then her eyes started flickering.” To Ford’s amazement, Hernando, who had been hiding in the van with a knife, approached his wife, knelt over her wounded body and began hugging, kissing and whispering what sounded like frantic apologies. Moments later, police were apprehending the man and paramedPhoto by Stephen Seeber Paramedics hurry to get Anna Martinez to Lancaster General Hospital. The Lititz woman was stabbed in the neck and arms by her husband on Tuesday. ics were trying to save the victim. It was at that time that Ford noticed a large stab wound in Hernando’s stomach area. It was reported Wednesday that Hernando cut himself several times. His wounds were not life-threatening. His wife’s were. “If they save her I’d be surprised,” Ford added as he prepared to go back to work more than an hour after his break began. “I hope she makes it.” By 10 a.m. Wednesday, nearly 24-hours after the incident occurred, Anna was listed in critical condition. “She will recover, that I can tell you,” said Lititz Police Chief Douglas Shertzer. “Her husband is also still in the hospital.” Hernando Martinez was arrested in his hospital room, Shertzer added, and arraigned Tuesday night. Bail was set at $200,000 and he is being charged with criming attempted homicide and aggravate ed assault. The couple has two children who attend Warwick Middle School. They are reportedly being taken care of by relatives and the county’s Children and Youth department. Meanwhile, the investigation is continuing with a combined effort from Lititz Police, Warwick Police and county detectives. □ Entertainment Carol Sing On Thursday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., the Lititz Historical Foundation Carol Sing will be held at Moravian Square. For details, see Page 14. □ Commentary Christmas wishes There are plenty of columns and letters that express feelings of the Christmas season this week, and they appear on Pages 4-5. □ Also Inside Rec Plans A comprehensive joint recreation plan involving the three local municipalities and the Warwick School District was reviewed at a public hearing recently, and is nearing its adoption. Page 18. □ Out of the Past Gangland Murder Brunnerville was the shocking scene of an apparent gangster- related murder 70 years ago this week. This story and many others from the past can be found on Pages 16-17. □ Sports All-State Prisby Warrior senior lineman Jed Prisby achieved a rare distinction for the Warwick football program when he was selected to the Associated Press Big School All-State Third Team football squad. Page 23. Football Contest The final football contest of the season appears in this week’s issue, featuring the college bowl games and a $100 prize. Deadline for entries is Wednesday, Dec. 26. See the sports pages for details. □ Index Arts/Entertainment..................14 Births......................................... 10 Business.............................18-19 Classified............................28-31 Commentary/Letters.............4-5 Obituaries............................... 8-9 Out of the Past................... 16-77 Police/Fire Log...................... 2-3 Religion............................... 12-13 School News...........................6-7 Social.................................. 10-11 Sports.................................. 21-24 77490 43000 Photos by Kathy Blankenbiller Anne Brossman Sweigart salutes the new gymnasium that now carries her name at Linden Hall as Headmaster Thomas Needham looks on. A dedication for the new sports and fitness center was held last Sunday, Dec. 16. Linden Hall dedicates new sports complex The new Anne Brossman Sweigart Sports and Fitness Center at Linden Hall. LITITZ — The ribbon has been cut and the new Anne Brossman Sweigart Sports and Fitness Center is ready for its first basketball season at Linden Hall. In a special dedication and dinner on Dec. 16, Anne Brossman Sweigart did the honors as friends of the girls school officially welcomed phase one of the campus expansion into use. The new building is named in honor of Brossman Sweigart, chairman and president of D&E Communications. “It’s a great privilege to be associated with this wonderful institution of learning,” she said in her brief address. “This impressive building which bears my name, the only such one in Lancaster County, is dedicated in the spirit with which I believe I have embraced my life and career.” The building, in the center of the campus has a bam-like look to it. This was purposely done to keep with the rural flavor of the county, and also to historically remember the first Linden Hall gymnasium from the 1800s, which actually was a bam. This will be the fourth gymnasium used on the campus. The original barn burned in 1900 and was rebuilt in 1901 only to have a second fire destroy the building in 1907. The present gymnasium, located on East Main Street, was constructed in 1907 and has been used ever since. The construction of the new gym was completed in November, and while it has already been put into use for classes, the first sporting events will take place there next month when Linden Hall opens its basketball season. “This is so much more than a building, even more than a dream, fulfilled,” Alicia Gorman, student council president, said. “This building is a monument to those More L IN D EN HALL on A -9 Home full of love Family treasures each moment as parents struggle with illnesses TERRY LANE______________ Special to the Record LITITZ — With Christmas just around the comer, Lititz residents are busy shopping, wrapping presents in brightly colored paper, decorating homes and trees with sparkling lights and homemade crafts, and preparing for visits with family and friends. Although this holiday season will forever be linked to the events of September 11th, and our thoughts and hearts will be with those who have lost loved ones in recent months, and whose loved ones are fighting in the war in Afghanistan, there are those in our own community who are also fighting their own personal battles, and just as bravely. Note: The family has requested that their identity not be revealed. Therefore, we have used fictional names, except when referencing members of the Becker Caring Neighbors Group. When “John” and “Alice” met at a Christmas party in Boston in 1979, she was 18-years-old and he was 31. “John,” like his five brothers, was in the military. A handsome Marine who fought in the Vietnam War, “John” was active, smart, well-liked, and successful. He enjoyed skiing and had a great sense of humor. “Alice” was seated across from “John” at the party. They were instantly smitten with one another. She wrote out her name with his last name on her napkin. “Looks pretty good,” she thought to herself. Although the pretty 18-year-old Bostonian already had a boyfriend, she spent the evening dancing with the impressive Marine from West Chester. Concerns about age difference quickly disappeared as they fell madly in love... a love that would help carry them More CO U R AG E on A -1 8 Photo by Stephen Seeber This group of neighbors has rallied to support friends in need, and they are now seeking contributions to help a struggling Lititz family enjoy the Christmas holiday. The Becker Caring Neighbors Group includes, from left to right, is Pastor Harry Kaufhold, Eleanor Nuffort, Pat Cullen, Betty Burkett, Diane Stewart, Betty and Dr. Charles Ludwig. 677490430008
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Full Text | THURSDAY, December 20, 2001 L i t i t z R e c o r d E x p r e s s 125TH YEAR Pages - No. LITITZ, PENNSYLVANIA Two sections 30 Cents MERRY CHRISTMAS IN BRIEF Holiday Deadlines Due to holiday scheduling for the Dec. 27 and Jan. 3 issues, significant deadline changes will be in effect for those issues. Please see page 2 for details. The Lititz Record Express offices will be closed on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Meeting Change With Christmas falling on a Tuesday, the monthly meeting of Lititz Borough Council will be held next Thursday, Dec. 27, at 7 p.m. INSIDE 0 Religion Christmas Services Area churches are planning special services for this special time of year. A complete listing of times and places can be found on Page 12. I n B r o a d d a y lig h t Husband stabs wife STEPHEN SEEBER_________ Record Express S ta ff LITITZ — When Jeffrey Ford stepped outside for a noon cigarette break on Tuesday, a blood-soaked woman stumbled away from a running minivan. Anna Martinez of Lititz had just been stabbed multiple times in the neck, arms and hands by her husband Hernando. Ford, who works at Wilbur Chocolate, rushed to the woman’s aid as dozens of midday Christmas shoppers watched the graphic scene unfold. “She was already bloody when she came out of the van,” he said, adding that she sat down on the sidewalk in front of the Long & Bomberger hardware store on North Broad Street. “Her whole throat, inside, was exposed. I thought she was going to die right there.” Ford, along with a man who was driving behind the Martinez’ van, which was heading north on Route 501 before stopping abruptly near in downtown Lititz Hernando Martinez has been charged with attempted homicide and aggravated assault. His bail is set at $200,000. the railroad crossing, applied pressure to the Anna’s throat wounds, desperately hoping to slow the bleeding. “She was coherent at first,” Ford recalled, “then her eyes started flickering.” To Ford’s amazement, Hernando, who had been hiding in the van with a knife, approached his wife, knelt over her wounded body and began hugging, kissing and whispering what sounded like frantic apologies. Moments later, police were apprehending the man and paramedPhoto by Stephen Seeber Paramedics hurry to get Anna Martinez to Lancaster General Hospital. The Lititz woman was stabbed in the neck and arms by her husband on Tuesday. ics were trying to save the victim. It was at that time that Ford noticed a large stab wound in Hernando’s stomach area. It was reported Wednesday that Hernando cut himself several times. His wounds were not life-threatening. His wife’s were. “If they save her I’d be surprised,” Ford added as he prepared to go back to work more than an hour after his break began. “I hope she makes it.” By 10 a.m. Wednesday, nearly 24-hours after the incident occurred, Anna was listed in critical condition. “She will recover, that I can tell you,” said Lititz Police Chief Douglas Shertzer. “Her husband is also still in the hospital.” Hernando Martinez was arrested in his hospital room, Shertzer added, and arraigned Tuesday night. Bail was set at $200,000 and he is being charged with criming attempted homicide and aggravate ed assault. The couple has two children who attend Warwick Middle School. They are reportedly being taken care of by relatives and the county’s Children and Youth department. Meanwhile, the investigation is continuing with a combined effort from Lititz Police, Warwick Police and county detectives. □ Entertainment Carol Sing On Thursday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., the Lititz Historical Foundation Carol Sing will be held at Moravian Square. For details, see Page 14. □ Commentary Christmas wishes There are plenty of columns and letters that express feelings of the Christmas season this week, and they appear on Pages 4-5. □ Also Inside Rec Plans A comprehensive joint recreation plan involving the three local municipalities and the Warwick School District was reviewed at a public hearing recently, and is nearing its adoption. Page 18. □ Out of the Past Gangland Murder Brunnerville was the shocking scene of an apparent gangster- related murder 70 years ago this week. This story and many others from the past can be found on Pages 16-17. □ Sports All-State Prisby Warrior senior lineman Jed Prisby achieved a rare distinction for the Warwick football program when he was selected to the Associated Press Big School All-State Third Team football squad. Page 23. Football Contest The final football contest of the season appears in this week’s issue, featuring the college bowl games and a $100 prize. Deadline for entries is Wednesday, Dec. 26. See the sports pages for details. □ Index Arts/Entertainment..................14 Births......................................... 10 Business.............................18-19 Classified............................28-31 Commentary/Letters.............4-5 Obituaries............................... 8-9 Out of the Past................... 16-77 Police/Fire Log...................... 2-3 Religion............................... 12-13 School News...........................6-7 Social.................................. 10-11 Sports.................................. 21-24 77490 43000 Photos by Kathy Blankenbiller Anne Brossman Sweigart salutes the new gymnasium that now carries her name at Linden Hall as Headmaster Thomas Needham looks on. A dedication for the new sports and fitness center was held last Sunday, Dec. 16. Linden Hall dedicates new sports complex The new Anne Brossman Sweigart Sports and Fitness Center at Linden Hall. LITITZ — The ribbon has been cut and the new Anne Brossman Sweigart Sports and Fitness Center is ready for its first basketball season at Linden Hall. In a special dedication and dinner on Dec. 16, Anne Brossman Sweigart did the honors as friends of the girls school officially welcomed phase one of the campus expansion into use. The new building is named in honor of Brossman Sweigart, chairman and president of D&E Communications. “It’s a great privilege to be associated with this wonderful institution of learning,” she said in her brief address. “This impressive building which bears my name, the only such one in Lancaster County, is dedicated in the spirit with which I believe I have embraced my life and career.” The building, in the center of the campus has a bam-like look to it. This was purposely done to keep with the rural flavor of the county, and also to historically remember the first Linden Hall gymnasium from the 1800s, which actually was a bam. This will be the fourth gymnasium used on the campus. The original barn burned in 1900 and was rebuilt in 1901 only to have a second fire destroy the building in 1907. The present gymnasium, located on East Main Street, was constructed in 1907 and has been used ever since. The construction of the new gym was completed in November, and while it has already been put into use for classes, the first sporting events will take place there next month when Linden Hall opens its basketball season. “This is so much more than a building, even more than a dream, fulfilled,” Alicia Gorman, student council president, said. “This building is a monument to those More L IN D EN HALL on A -9 Home full of love Family treasures each moment as parents struggle with illnesses TERRY LANE______________ Special to the Record LITITZ — With Christmas just around the comer, Lititz residents are busy shopping, wrapping presents in brightly colored paper, decorating homes and trees with sparkling lights and homemade crafts, and preparing for visits with family and friends. Although this holiday season will forever be linked to the events of September 11th, and our thoughts and hearts will be with those who have lost loved ones in recent months, and whose loved ones are fighting in the war in Afghanistan, there are those in our own community who are also fighting their own personal battles, and just as bravely. Note: The family has requested that their identity not be revealed. Therefore, we have used fictional names, except when referencing members of the Becker Caring Neighbors Group. When “John” and “Alice” met at a Christmas party in Boston in 1979, she was 18-years-old and he was 31. “John,” like his five brothers, was in the military. A handsome Marine who fought in the Vietnam War, “John” was active, smart, well-liked, and successful. He enjoyed skiing and had a great sense of humor. “Alice” was seated across from “John” at the party. They were instantly smitten with one another. She wrote out her name with his last name on her napkin. “Looks pretty good,” she thought to herself. Although the pretty 18-year-old Bostonian already had a boyfriend, she spent the evening dancing with the impressive Marine from West Chester. Concerns about age difference quickly disappeared as they fell madly in love... a love that would help carry them More CO U R AG E on A -1 8 Photo by Stephen Seeber This group of neighbors has rallied to support friends in need, and they are now seeking contributions to help a struggling Lititz family enjoy the Christmas holiday. The Becker Caring Neighbors Group includes, from left to right, is Pastor Harry Kaufhold, Eleanor Nuffort, Pat Cullen, Betty Burkett, Diane Stewart, Betty and Dr. Charles Ludwig. 677490430008 |
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