Philadelphia Inquirer-April 22, 1897
Pottsville, Pa., April 21-Clifford W. Kissinger, of Reading, and Miss Mary M. Dennebaum, were married at noon today, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Dennebaum, No. 614 West Norwegian street, Pottsville. The ceremony was performed by Rev. James T. Powers, rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, in the presence of about two hundred invited guests. The bridesmaid was Miss Nellie Schweers, of Pottsville. Miss Sallie E. Kissinger was maid of honor, and Miss Anita Kissinger flower girl. They are the only sisters of the groom. The ushers were Harry F. Kantner, Daniel J. McDermott and Frank Kline, of Reading, and William Seitzinger, of Pottsville. Horace A. Althouse of Reading, was best man.
The bride was attired in white organdy over satin, trimmed with Duchesse lace. She carried a bouquet of Bride roses. The bridesmaid, Miss Schweers, was dressed in a flowered organdy over pink silk. The maid of honor, Miss Sallie Kissinger, was attired in a yellow silk, covered with white organdy, trimmed with Valenciennes lace. Miss Anita Kissinger, flower girl, wore blue satin and strewed carnations and roses in the pathway of the bride during the wedding procession.
After the ceremony, there was a reception and a wedding breakfast followed.
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Philadelphia Inquirer-October 15, 1921
Divorced at Sixteen, She Waits 16 years-Preacher Refuses to Marry Pair with Three Separations Between Them
Norristown, Pa., Oct. 14-Mrs. Jane S. Reed, 32 years old, of Reading and Clifford W. Kissinger, 40 years old of Wyomissing, came here today and procured a marriage license, but had trouble in getting married because both had been divorced.
Mrs. Reed, who had a bouquet of lilies of the valley and orchids, said that she was divorced on June 7, 1905, when sixteens years old. Kissinger said he
was a merchant and had been married twice before and twice divorced, the last time on last Monday and the first time on June 3, 1918.
They asked for a Baptist clergyman, but when they arrived at the home of Rev. Will H. Houghton they were told that we could not marry divorced persons. So they started out to find a clergyman who would perform the ceremony.
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Reading Eagle-Real Estate Dealer Dies-C.W. Kissinger, Famed as Philatelist, Succumbs Following Stroke
An illness of a month proved fatal early last evening to Clifford W. Kissinger, 63, authority on stamps, former banker and dealer in real estate, at his home, 1522 North Eleventh street. He was confined to bed since New Year's Eve and suffered a stroke recently.
Kissinger's condition became acute on Tuesday and his death was attributed to embolism.
In his school days, Mr. Kissinger became interested in stamps and at the time of his death was an internationally known philatelist. For 13 years he headed the Society of Philatelist Americans and on one occasion was the guest of President Wilson at a reception when the organization met in Washington.
His large and valuable collection of stamps was viewed by many collectors on visits to Reading. He was a member of the Royal Philatelic Society, London, England, and held memberships in the Philadelphia, Chicago, Cleveland and San Francisco societies, the Collector's Club of New York, and the American Philatelic Society.
Helped Organize Bank
Kissinger was considered an authority on rare issues, particularly in the foreign field. He was one of the organizers of the Berks County Trust Company and for many years served on the staff. He later withdrew to devote his time to extensive real estate and insurance interests.
He was vice president and secretary of the Kissinger Market Company at the time of his death. The concern was founded by his late father, A. N. Kissinger. (sic-founded by his grandfather, Washington Seidel Kissinger)
He served as president of a number of locate real estate corporations. For 44 years he was engaged in the real estate business. He began his building operations in the northeastern and northwestern sections of the city. He conducted a similar business in Allentown for several years.
Fraternal Activities
Kissinger was active in fraternal organizations since the turn of the century, being affiliated with the following groups: Lodge 62, F. and A.M. in which he was active 40 years; DeMolay commandery, 9, Knights Templar and Intermediate Masonic groups; Reading Consistory, Scottish Rite Masons, Rajah Temple, Mystic Shriners; Reading Lodge, Loyal Order of Moose; Reading Lodge, Elks; Camp 560, P.O.S. of A.; Junior Order of United American Mechanics, Iris Club, Wyomissing; Berks County Historical Society and Trinity Lutheran Church.
He was a descendant of one of the oldest families in Berks County whose members trace their ancestry back to Revolutionary and Colonial days.
His parents preceded him in death. His stepmother, Mrs. Louise Kissinger, died several weeks ago. Surviving are his second wife, Jane (Reed); a son, Harold W. Kissinger, by his first marriage; two sisters, Mrs. John Howard, Philadelphia, and Anita, wife of Ralph S. Focht, Wyomissing; a half brother, Warren N. Kissinger, and a half sister, Emma, wife of Philip F. Schmehl, attorney.
Kissinger was the first member of Governor Joseph Heister Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, to die since the chapter was organized a year ago.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Henninger Funeral Home Tuesday at 2 p.m., by the Rev. Dr. Hermann F. Miller, of Trinity Church. Interment will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.
Pottsville, Pa., April 21-Clifford W. Kissinger, of Reading, and Miss Mary M. Dennebaum, were married at noon today, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Dennebaum, No. 614 West Norwegian street, Pottsville. The ceremony was performed by Rev. James T. Powers, rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, in the presence of about two hundred invited guests. The bridesmaid was Miss Nellie Schweers, of Pottsville. Miss Sallie E. Kissinger was maid of honor, and Miss Anita Kissinger flower girl. They are the only sisters of the groom. The ushers were Harry F. Kantner, Daniel J. McDermott and Frank Kline, of Reading, and William Seitzinger, of Pottsville. Horace A. Althouse of Reading, was best man.
The bride was attired in white organdy over satin, trimmed with Duchesse lace. She carried a bouquet of Bride roses. The bridesmaid, Miss Schweers, was dressed in a flowered organdy over pink silk. The maid of honor, Miss Sallie Kissinger, was attired in a yellow silk, covered with white organdy, trimmed with Valenciennes lace. Miss Anita Kissinger, flower girl, wore blue satin and strewed carnations and roses in the pathway of the bride during the wedding procession.
After the ceremony, there was a reception and a wedding breakfast followed.
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Philadelphia Inquirer-October 15, 1921
Divorced at Sixteen, She Waits 16 years-Preacher Refuses to Marry Pair with Three Separations Between Them
Norristown, Pa., Oct. 14-Mrs. Jane S. Reed, 32 years old, of Reading and Clifford W. Kissinger, 40 years old of Wyomissing, came here today and procured a marriage license, but had trouble in getting married because both had been divorced.
Mrs. Reed, who had a bouquet of lilies of the valley and orchids, said that she was divorced on June 7, 1905, when sixteens years old. Kissinger said he
was a merchant and had been married twice before and twice divorced, the last time on last Monday and the first time on June 3, 1918.
They asked for a Baptist clergyman, but when they arrived at the home of Rev. Will H. Houghton they were told that we could not marry divorced persons. So they started out to find a clergyman who would perform the ceremony.
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Reading Eagle-Real Estate Dealer Dies-C.W. Kissinger, Famed as Philatelist, Succumbs Following Stroke
An illness of a month proved fatal early last evening to Clifford W. Kissinger, 63, authority on stamps, former banker and dealer in real estate, at his home, 1522 North Eleventh street. He was confined to bed since New Year's Eve and suffered a stroke recently.
Kissinger's condition became acute on Tuesday and his death was attributed to embolism.
In his school days, Mr. Kissinger became interested in stamps and at the time of his death was an internationally known philatelist. For 13 years he headed the Society of Philatelist Americans and on one occasion was the guest of President Wilson at a reception when the organization met in Washington.
His large and valuable collection of stamps was viewed by many collectors on visits to Reading. He was a member of the Royal Philatelic Society, London, England, and held memberships in the Philadelphia, Chicago, Cleveland and San Francisco societies, the Collector's Club of New York, and the American Philatelic Society.
Helped Organize Bank
Kissinger was considered an authority on rare issues, particularly in the foreign field. He was one of the organizers of the Berks County Trust Company and for many years served on the staff. He later withdrew to devote his time to extensive real estate and insurance interests.
He was vice president and secretary of the Kissinger Market Company at the time of his death. The concern was founded by his late father, A. N. Kissinger. (sic-founded by his grandfather, Washington Seidel Kissinger)
He served as president of a number of locate real estate corporations. For 44 years he was engaged in the real estate business. He began his building operations in the northeastern and northwestern sections of the city. He conducted a similar business in Allentown for several years.
Fraternal Activities
Kissinger was active in fraternal organizations since the turn of the century, being affiliated with the following groups: Lodge 62, F. and A.M. in which he was active 40 years; DeMolay commandery, 9, Knights Templar and Intermediate Masonic groups; Reading Consistory, Scottish Rite Masons, Rajah Temple, Mystic Shriners; Reading Lodge, Loyal Order of Moose; Reading Lodge, Elks; Camp 560, P.O.S. of A.; Junior Order of United American Mechanics, Iris Club, Wyomissing; Berks County Historical Society and Trinity Lutheran Church.
He was a descendant of one of the oldest families in Berks County whose members trace their ancestry back to Revolutionary and Colonial days.
His parents preceded him in death. His stepmother, Mrs. Louise Kissinger, died several weeks ago. Surviving are his second wife, Jane (Reed); a son, Harold W. Kissinger, by his first marriage; two sisters, Mrs. John Howard, Philadelphia, and Anita, wife of Ralph S. Focht, Wyomissing; a half brother, Warren N. Kissinger, and a half sister, Emma, wife of Philip F. Schmehl, attorney.
Kissinger was the first member of Governor Joseph Heister Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, to die since the chapter was organized a year ago.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Henninger Funeral Home Tuesday at 2 p.m., by the Rev. Dr. Hermann F. Miller, of Trinity Church. Interment will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.
Philadelphia Inquirer-April 22, 1897
Pottsville, Pa., April 21-Clifford W. Kissinger, of Reading, and Miss Mary M. Dennebaum, were married at noon today, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Dennebaum, No. 614 West Norwegian street, Pottsville. The ceremony was performed by Rev. James T. Powers, rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, in the presence of about two hundred invited guests. The bridesmaid was Miss Nellie Schweers, of Pottsville. Miss Sallie E. Kissinger was maid of honor, and Miss Anita Kissinger flower girl. They are the only sisters of the groom. The ushers were Harry F. Kantner, Daniel J. McDermott and Frank Kline, of Reading, and William Seitzinger, of Pottsville. Horace A. Althouse of Reading, was best man.
The bride was attired in white organdy over satin, trimmed with Duchesse lace. She carried a bouquet of Bride roses. The bridesmaid, Miss Schweers, was dressed in a flowered organdy over pink silk. The maid of honor, Miss Sallie Kissinger, was attired in a yellow silk, covered with white organdy, trimmed with Valenciennes lace. Miss Anita Kissinger, flower girl, wore blue satin and strewed carnations and roses in the pathway of the bride during the wedding procession.
After the ceremony, there was a reception and a wedding breakfast followed.
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Philadelphia Inquirer-October 15, 1921
Divorced at Sixteen, She Waits 16 years-Preacher Refuses to Marry Pair with Three Separations Between Them
Norristown, Pa., Oct. 14-Mrs. Jane S. Reed, 32 years old, of Reading and Clifford W. Kissinger, 40 years old of Wyomissing, came here today and procured a marriage license, but had trouble in getting married because both had been divorced.
Mrs. Reed, who had a bouquet of lilies of the valley and orchids, said that she was divorced on June 7, 1905, when sixteens years old. Kissinger said he
was a merchant and had been married twice before and twice divorced, the last time on last Monday and the first time on June 3, 1918.
They asked for a Baptist clergyman, but when they arrived at the home of Rev. Will H. Houghton they were told that we could not marry divorced persons. So they started out to find a clergyman who would perform the ceremony.
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Reading Eagle-Real Estate Dealer Dies-C.W. Kissinger, Famed as Philatelist, Succumbs Following Stroke
An illness of a month proved fatal early last evening to Clifford W. Kissinger, 63, authority on stamps, former banker and dealer in real estate, at his home, 1522 North Eleventh street. He was confined to bed since New Year's Eve and suffered a stroke recently.
Kissinger's condition became acute on Tuesday and his death was attributed to embolism.
In his school days, Mr. Kissinger became interested in stamps and at the time of his death was an internationally known philatelist. For 13 years he headed the Society of Philatelist Americans and on one occasion was the guest of President Wilson at a reception when the organization met in Washington.
His large and valuable collection of stamps was viewed by many collectors on visits to Reading. He was a member of the Royal Philatelic Society, London, England, and held memberships in the Philadelphia, Chicago, Cleveland and San Francisco societies, the Collector's Club of New York, and the American Philatelic Society.
Helped Organize Bank
Kissinger was considered an authority on rare issues, particularly in the foreign field. He was one of the organizers of the Berks County Trust Company and for many years served on the staff. He later withdrew to devote his time to extensive real estate and insurance interests.
He was vice president and secretary of the Kissinger Market Company at the time of his death. The concern was founded by his late father, A. N. Kissinger. (sic-founded by his grandfather, Washington Seidel Kissinger)
He served as president of a number of locate real estate corporations. For 44 years he was engaged in the real estate business. He began his building operations in the northeastern and northwestern sections of the city. He conducted a similar business in Allentown for several years.
Fraternal Activities
Kissinger was active in fraternal organizations since the turn of the century, being affiliated with the following groups: Lodge 62, F. and A.M. in which he was active 40 years; DeMolay commandery, 9, Knights Templar and Intermediate Masonic groups; Reading Consistory, Scottish Rite Masons, Rajah Temple, Mystic Shriners; Reading Lodge, Loyal Order of Moose; Reading Lodge, Elks; Camp 560, P.O.S. of A.; Junior Order of United American Mechanics, Iris Club, Wyomissing; Berks County Historical Society and Trinity Lutheran Church.
He was a descendant of one of the oldest families in Berks County whose members trace their ancestry back to Revolutionary and Colonial days.
His parents preceded him in death. His stepmother, Mrs. Louise Kissinger, died several weeks ago. Surviving are his second wife, Jane (Reed); a son, Harold W. Kissinger, by his first marriage; two sisters, Mrs. John Howard, Philadelphia, and Anita, wife of Ralph S. Focht, Wyomissing; a half brother, Warren N. Kissinger, and a half sister, Emma, wife of Philip F. Schmehl, attorney.
Kissinger was the first member of Governor Joseph Heister Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, to die since the chapter was organized a year ago.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Henninger Funeral Home Tuesday at 2 p.m., by the Rev. Dr. Hermann F. Miller, of Trinity Church. Interment will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.
Pottsville, Pa., April 21-Clifford W. Kissinger, of Reading, and Miss Mary M. Dennebaum, were married at noon today, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Dennebaum, No. 614 West Norwegian street, Pottsville. The ceremony was performed by Rev. James T. Powers, rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, in the presence of about two hundred invited guests. The bridesmaid was Miss Nellie Schweers, of Pottsville. Miss Sallie E. Kissinger was maid of honor, and Miss Anita Kissinger flower girl. They are the only sisters of the groom. The ushers were Harry F. Kantner, Daniel J. McDermott and Frank Kline, of Reading, and William Seitzinger, of Pottsville. Horace A. Althouse of Reading, was best man.
The bride was attired in white organdy over satin, trimmed with Duchesse lace. She carried a bouquet of Bride roses. The bridesmaid, Miss Schweers, was dressed in a flowered organdy over pink silk. The maid of honor, Miss Sallie Kissinger, was attired in a yellow silk, covered with white organdy, trimmed with Valenciennes lace. Miss Anita Kissinger, flower girl, wore blue satin and strewed carnations and roses in the pathway of the bride during the wedding procession.
After the ceremony, there was a reception and a wedding breakfast followed.
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Philadelphia Inquirer-October 15, 1921
Divorced at Sixteen, She Waits 16 years-Preacher Refuses to Marry Pair with Three Separations Between Them
Norristown, Pa., Oct. 14-Mrs. Jane S. Reed, 32 years old, of Reading and Clifford W. Kissinger, 40 years old of Wyomissing, came here today and procured a marriage license, but had trouble in getting married because both had been divorced.
Mrs. Reed, who had a bouquet of lilies of the valley and orchids, said that she was divorced on June 7, 1905, when sixteens years old. Kissinger said he
was a merchant and had been married twice before and twice divorced, the last time on last Monday and the first time on June 3, 1918.
They asked for a Baptist clergyman, but when they arrived at the home of Rev. Will H. Houghton they were told that we could not marry divorced persons. So they started out to find a clergyman who would perform the ceremony.
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Reading Eagle-Real Estate Dealer Dies-C.W. Kissinger, Famed as Philatelist, Succumbs Following Stroke
An illness of a month proved fatal early last evening to Clifford W. Kissinger, 63, authority on stamps, former banker and dealer in real estate, at his home, 1522 North Eleventh street. He was confined to bed since New Year's Eve and suffered a stroke recently.
Kissinger's condition became acute on Tuesday and his death was attributed to embolism.
In his school days, Mr. Kissinger became interested in stamps and at the time of his death was an internationally known philatelist. For 13 years he headed the Society of Philatelist Americans and on one occasion was the guest of President Wilson at a reception when the organization met in Washington.
His large and valuable collection of stamps was viewed by many collectors on visits to Reading. He was a member of the Royal Philatelic Society, London, England, and held memberships in the Philadelphia, Chicago, Cleveland and San Francisco societies, the Collector's Club of New York, and the American Philatelic Society.
Helped Organize Bank
Kissinger was considered an authority on rare issues, particularly in the foreign field. He was one of the organizers of the Berks County Trust Company and for many years served on the staff. He later withdrew to devote his time to extensive real estate and insurance interests.
He was vice president and secretary of the Kissinger Market Company at the time of his death. The concern was founded by his late father, A. N. Kissinger. (sic-founded by his grandfather, Washington Seidel Kissinger)
He served as president of a number of locate real estate corporations. For 44 years he was engaged in the real estate business. He began his building operations in the northeastern and northwestern sections of the city. He conducted a similar business in Allentown for several years.
Fraternal Activities
Kissinger was active in fraternal organizations since the turn of the century, being affiliated with the following groups: Lodge 62, F. and A.M. in which he was active 40 years; DeMolay commandery, 9, Knights Templar and Intermediate Masonic groups; Reading Consistory, Scottish Rite Masons, Rajah Temple, Mystic Shriners; Reading Lodge, Loyal Order of Moose; Reading Lodge, Elks; Camp 560, P.O.S. of A.; Junior Order of United American Mechanics, Iris Club, Wyomissing; Berks County Historical Society and Trinity Lutheran Church.
He was a descendant of one of the oldest families in Berks County whose members trace their ancestry back to Revolutionary and Colonial days.
His parents preceded him in death. His stepmother, Mrs. Louise Kissinger, died several weeks ago. Surviving are his second wife, Jane (Reed); a son, Harold W. Kissinger, by his first marriage; two sisters, Mrs. John Howard, Philadelphia, and Anita, wife of Ralph S. Focht, Wyomissing; a half brother, Warren N. Kissinger, and a half sister, Emma, wife of Philip F. Schmehl, attorney.
Kissinger was the first member of Governor Joseph Heister Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, to die since the chapter was organized a year ago.
Funeral services will be conducted at the Henninger Funeral Home Tuesday at 2 p.m., by the Rev. Dr. Hermann F. Miller, of Trinity Church. Interment will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.
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