31 Oct 1985
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Newspaper
Gettysburg Times
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1985
Page
1
A district results brief notes mixed outcomes from local sticker campaigns. The report highlights uneven support across districts with no clear statewide trend, citing several precincts reporting provisional tallies and awaiting final certification.
Gene Franklin Luckenbaugh stands trial at the Adams County Courthouse for the accidental shooting death of Hanover police Lt James R Collins during a spring turkey hunt. The case centers on whether culpability must be proven under the Game Law and features arguments about negligence and intent.
A survey of pumpkins as autumn crops and cultural icons notes large specimens grown in 1983 85 and 1986 with weights up to 600 pounds and highlights the jack o lantern legend rooted in Irish tradition. It traces pumpkin use in pies decorations and roadside markets while recounting the tale of Jack and Satan ending with a glowing coal in a carved pumpkin.
In Adams County the Family Planning and Health Center offers low cost confidential services as Congress debates renewing Title X funds. Local officials say the program prevents unintended pregnancies and abortions, while lawmakers push to preserve federal support amid partisan clashes. The House and Senate must act by November 14 to avert funding lapse.
Adams County Democratic Committee held a meeting to finalize plans for the November general election and boost enthusiasm for candidates. Speakers included Gary Hartman Tom McGlaughlin and Rosalie Fitez as committee members urged volunteers to donate 10 to 12 hours to phone calls door knocking and poll coverage.
Pre Christmas and manufacturer sale now through November 2 at Gettysburg Elks Ballroom Center Square New Oxford featuring decorative crafts. New class forming and special adv notices promote holiday items and craft vendors.
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