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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1924
Page
4
The piece argues many never take a long break yet find satisfaction in daily routines. It praises staying in familiar towns like Lititz and notes home life offers as much wonder as travel. Inventors like the automobile phonograph radio and moving pictures bring world wonders to doors. The stay at home enjoys world travel at a small cost.
The old sales method relied on voluble talk. now effective selling adds real facts. A shoe salesman should study shoes, read trade papers, visit factories if possible, and learn how shoes wear. Observing customer choices builds intelligent opinions that customers trust for information.
The essay notes the modern summer girl shifts from flirtatious resort charm to active work life. She blends leisure with ongoing career plans, making vacations a rest and preparation period rather than conquest. Men once hoping for romance now face a less predictable, energized social dynamic.
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The piece argues war era deception in production led to inferior materials. Lititz merchants oppose cheap lookalikes and demand honest labeling so buyers know exactly what they purchase. It condemns deceptive branding and notes ministers’ stance on debt and ethical living.
About five thousand people attended the Saturday night carnival. The Perseverance Band of Lebanon provided music and fireworks impressed attendees. Pickpockets spoiled the evening by stealing pocketbooks before escaping. A spare tire for a man was distributed during the event. The local County baseball team has withdrawn from the league to play independently, citing a robbery incident the prior week. Emerson Spera, son of Mr and Mrs Sam Spera, broke his left leg in a collision with a car driven by Clarence Ruth, who also suffered a cut finger. Dr A Y Walters treated both. Mrs Arthur Adams and her two children from New York arrived to visit her parents, Mr and Mrs B R Shifter. J Richardson and family visited C C Wolf and family. Jeremiah Artz from Kleinfeltersville visited Ed win Pierce and wife. Miss Alice Rupp of Ephrata visited Miss Miriam Buch. Miss Mary Raczer of Lancaster visited Miss Clara Snader.
Paul Eberly son of Mr and Mrs Gideon Eberly of this place wed Miss Edith M Spencer of Philadelphia Saturday afternoon at the parsonage of Rev D G Glass in Lancaster. They will reside in Akron. Other items note Ww T A monthly meeting at Mrs William Buchs home and housekeeping starts for Mr and Mrs Elwood Frymeyer in Geh man apartments.
Hinsey of Reading and Ray Gockley joined by many local couples visiting relatives in Ephrata Allentown and Perkasie for campmeetings at Highland Park Waldheim Park and Du Pont areas. Extended visits included the Landis and Landis families Lincoln and Tante names and Zwally Daniel Haldeman and Weaver households among others.
In Irish life memories Amiss B E Somerville recalls a fox hunt where scent clues failed. Hounds tracked along a sunny hill and across a burnt furze patch to the cliff edge as the fox vanished. Why the fox’s bed smelled less than his feet remains a mystery.
The article argues that American Indians did not surely originate in Egypt, suggesting migrations from Asia via Arctic routes after the glacial era. It notes possible land connections between Kamchatka and Alaska and traces swastika symbolism from Siberia to Tierra del Fuego, positing Asian features in some Indians while denying Mongol-like traits.
Fred Kelly cites Leartt from Lezy Man Managers at a department store who chose the top seller but findings showed he was only mediocre. He earned high commissions due to a sick wife and excessive effort wasted energy while other salesmen matched his sales with far less effort. Frank Gilbreth notes the ideal learner works just enough to avoid being fired.
A Lititz tale describes Badorf dreaming dogs and being awakened by men claiming a dog spoke of theft, while he acted as judge. A local businessman waited for his wife at the 11:45 trolley, found her missing, and later found her asleep at home after she arrived at 10:15 PM.
A town’s progressiveness is judged by its street lighting. Concrete lighting standards, used for parkways and business districts, offer ornamental daytime value, long life, and low maintenance. Posts in dirty areas can be restored with a dilute citric acid wash.
Mary N. Goodnow argues that hurried home construction yields poor results and unhappy owners. She stresses long planning, site fitting, and personal taste, calling home building an art that reflects the owners' life and individuality.
Soil around the roots should be carefully worked with a pointed stick to avoid air spaces, ensuring tree growth. Careful handling of root zones is advised to preserve moisture and stability during planting.
The guide explains planting depth, root watering, and spacing for street trees. It notes most trees should settle two to three inches lower than nursery height, with spacing from 30 to 80 feet along streets. Immediate pruning after planting helps balance top growth with roots, and many remove side branches, keeping only the central shoot.
Milwaukee recreation organizers establish a recreation council with delegates from civic groups to assist the recreation authorities in studying and promoting public recreation services.
Protects local merchants in Plattsburg Massachusetts against solicitors canvassers agents and transient salesmen by adopting an ordinance.
A thoughtful planting plan can transform barren surroundings into an attractive home setting. Grounds should be graded early, stones removed, and topsoil laid to create a firm base for harmonious plantings that complement the house and view.
One period weekly is devoted to safety instruction in Minsion schools. Lessons occur with the study of cry. Monthly safety meetings are held, attended by a number of pupils selected by the school officials.
The July 28 meeting of the Borough Council, with members H. J. Pierson, J. D. Helter, and F. B. Weber present, covered water plant electrical equipment, Middle Alley paving, and macadamizing Second Avenue after curb and gutter installation. It deferred light standards study to the light committee, issued tax warrants totaling 23,930.25, and warned that buildings must have permits as enforcement tightens. Multiple bills and salaries were approved, including water dept charges, salaries, and utilities, with references to local firms and agencies. The quote from Locke on self possession closes the article.
Pedigreed Airedale dog aged months old, strong watch dog, big boned and alert, offered for sale. Apply at Record Office.
A quip notes that a little knowledge is dangerous during examinations. The line, attributed to Bustoo Tragscript, presents a cautionary view on overconfidence in test settings.
An ad encourages trading in old watches and heirlooms for a new watch. It suggests bringing in gold hunting-cased pieces or other valued items to be exchanged for a modern watch, with the old keepsake becoming a daily reminder rather than a distant memory.
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