Scorpion in Douglas County Home Sighting Raises Caution
A local homeowner found a striped bark scorpion Centruroides vittatus in his basement in Douglas County Kansas. The creature is pale yellow with brown markings, about 2.3 inches long, nocturnal and shy unless provoked. To deter scorpions seal openings and caulk foundations, and use black lights at night to locate them.
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Striped Bark Scorpion Common in Kansas Habits
The striped bark scorpion is native to Kansas and often hides under rocks and dead vegetation as well as around homes. It is nocturnal, a key reason it is rarely seen by people.
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Refinishing antiques may boost or ruin value
Kovel's Antiques notes refinishing can add thousands to value for rare 18th century pieces, but a bad job adds nothing. It cites a June 2011 Manheim PA auction where a 19th century blanket chest with 20th century paint sold for 450. Also explains modern pieces may be refinished to fit new decor and lists several example items with values from 40 to 715 dollars.
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