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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1928
Page
2
A vacuum cup lifting method is described as an efficient alternative to magnetic cranes. It uses vacuum cups to handle materials unsuitable for magnetism, avoiding the need for metal slings and reducing preparation time and labor. The system is noted for remarkable efficiency in the lifting operation.
Paul Behan risked his life at Carbondale by breaking a window and pulling the Sullivan family from their beds as flames shot from the roof. He severed an artery while entering the home and was hospitalized after guiding the husband wife and three children to safety in their night clothes.
At a hearing three Doylestown township road supervisors William L. Moore G Frank Shutt and Aaron Godshall were fined 50 dollars plus costs for failing to keep a township road in proper repair. The case was appealed to the county court. Prosecutor Louis W. Amy, with a country place along the road, witnessed the dispute describing the road as unsafe for motorcars and cruel to animals when driven by horses.
George F Weidler of Akron has been named registrar of vital statistics for Akron Borough district No. 600 under the State Health Department. He succeeds B Zwally, who has held the post for 25 years and plans to move to Ephrata.
Perry B. Reifsnyder announces the Lebanon piano store has been sold to Oscar Booker who has worked with Reifsnyder since the Lebanon venture opened seven years ago. Reifsnyder moves on to focus on the Reading music shop where he now resides, a Brickerville native.
A UC Berkeley professor argues today’s farmers spend more than ancestors yet earn less due to modern costs. He contrasts old thrifty living with current gadgets and comforts, urging a balance between production and consumption to sustain bank accounts. He notes newcomers may adopt frugal living, while many Americans favor higher spending and modern methods.
A chemist notes progress in fighting garden pests as beetles and mosquitoes challenge crops. The quirky line highlights growing concern over insects impacting Dorers, corn, and potatoes.
Gas Tagie argues cigarette taxes in the country could cover annual army costs. The remark frames tobacco revenue as a potential defense funding source.
The passage argues that Cline’s territory is equal in area to the entire North American landmass from Nova Scotia to British Columbia and from Winnipeg to the southern Mexican border, presenting a claim about vast territorial size.
A fragmentary line quotes Charles Temasse on the spirit of resistance planted by the Netty in the breast of men, noting it is proportioned to endure the strains imposed.
A fragmented reading discusses learning strategies and memory, contrasting rejecting useless reminiscences with cheerful retention. It mentions a flying insect and references Liberty and scientific viewpoints on North American and European subjects.
A fragmented humorous piece reimagines the biblical Lot's wife. It hints that Lot turned into a pillar of salt while a companion named Mrs. iv becomes a telephone pole, with a character called Cappers offering playful commentary.
An expert suggests introducing a small quantity of sneeze gas into illuminating gas to reduce personal crisis reports and accidental deaths. The passage ends with a credo about faithfulness to God and self, highlighting character and confidence as core to success.
Quotation attributed to James A. Garfield urges that aging should not burden the spirit. It emphasizes keeping vitality and optimism intact while wisdom accumulates.
Fragmentary passage notes dragonfly eyes with 6000 to 7000 facets and butterfly eyes with 5000 to 44000. The text trails into unrelated terms about explosives, the word heat, and a farm scene, leaving an incomplete, contextless excerpt.
R ILtimer of Lebanon travels to Bend Indiana to meet with the National Mucker Association delegates at Osceola and Filowerfield. He plans to return with data on muskrat farming and its potential use in the region.
In Harrisburg, the State treasury stands out with clear glass doors allowing a view into the offices while other departments use frosted glass. The vault, containing millions in securities, is guarded by armed staff and equipped with burglar-proof modern devices, drawing daily attention from passersby.
Edward Karachner of Berwick died when his car struck a telephone pole near Bloomsburg while carrying a phonograph record I’m Bound for the Promised Land. Foster Mc Neal of Nescopeck and Paul Strank of Reading were seriously injured and hospitalized as the car became a wreck. the record survived unbroken.
More than seventy five young men enrolled last week at Penn State College for the Winter Short Courses in agriculture and dairy manufacturing. Five week courses begin January 5 to 21, January 23 to February 3, and February 6 to 17. Applications for the latter two courses should be sent in early, officials say.
Mayor Jacob Weav er reduced libe rty prices for plain drunks by 50 percent, aligning with a shift away from longer jail terms. The old policy required a ten dollar note for release from a typical ten day sentence, while the new rule lowers the amount to five dollars.
Leona Burnham of Clarion County received one dollar from Kiwanis and Community clubs and turned it into $48 through seed planting and cabbage sales. She grew Penn State Bullhead cabbage, sold 3,000 pounds at two cents a pound, and added a $5 prize for the best essay on her dollar project. This funded a go to college fund and showcased entrepreneurial youth.
A brief item cites a statement by Bales noting Scientiz find olive oil shampoo best for blondes and pine tar shampoo best for brunettes, raising questions about hair care trends.
Mr Wimpnus sits in a pharmacy when his daughter arrives with a message from mother demanding his immediate return home. When he resists the order she vows to come after him with a sash-weight, prompting him to comply.
A dialogue quoted by Forbes Magazine depicts a police interrogation scene where detectives claim to have bullied and tormented a suspect. The suspect supposedly mutters a tired line about letting others have it their own way.
A fragmented notice references a women voters group gathering in a low section meeting, mentioning attire and expectation to vote. The readable text suggests civic activity and preparation around a polling event.
A compact reminiscence recalls a boy nicknamed Willie by his mother and WHL by others, while his father called him Bin or Bill in a humorous family mispronunciation from school days.
A minister asks for a position on the question. The minister of state responds with a remark about legal qualification and a stated salary of forty thousand dollars per year. The exchange highlights the financial aspect of the role and its political implications.
Adam questions Hive about a new figleaf suit while a reply notes CU has a red maple and praises the fall displays. The exchange blends fashion curiosity with seasonal color observations.
The playful exchange recalls a proverb about footwear pinching a woman's foot, with Dix confirming the saying starts Tf the shoe pinches and reflects social humor.
Dialogue shows a character named Miss Sharpe questioning why she remains under the weather while addressing Mr Sapp about rain and his absence from the rain. The fragment hints at a domestic or social exchange without a clear event or outcome.
An unusual pair, Baguille and June Bug, faced public scrutiny after a bizarre marriage to an angleworm. An accident split the worm in two, triggering legal questions about bigamy. The case left readers unsure how to proceed.
An unusual advertisement playfully requests an air compressor for compressing air, highlighting the quirks of how people describe wants in English. The remark notes the odd uses people imagine for such a tool.
A tense exchange unfolds as a bride and groom clash over a hotel scene. Family members express strong disapproval while the groom questions prior introductions and overall judgment.
Mrs Pryor questions a Db er suburbanite about her husband’s evening. He claims to be in the office on business all night. The woman recalls him boasting of a “good healthy pile of chips” before he quit, fueling rumors of his activity.
Smith questions if Wilkes wife asks for unaffordable things. Wilkes replies she never asks for anything since marriage. Smith hails her as a model wife. Wilkes clarifies she asks nothing and instead tells him what she wants by suggesting he will provide.
A distressed theatergoer asks for standing room access while claiming her husband sits in the rear area. An attendant appears puzzled as the couple’s tickets split by row position sparks confusion and complaint.
Jones claims a black eye came from a door but then says the injury was caused by his wife. Smith presses for the real cause as the exchange reveals evolving explanations.
A mother questions a kiss with Tom prompting a youth to reveal an engagement. The response confirms engagement with someone other than Tom, resolving the social misunderstanding.
A quirky item notes that laziness pairs with fatigue as the man tires easily from endlessly apologizing, framing effort and weariness in a humorous light.
In a heated exchange, Madge declares she will spend the money if the man is not hired, while Cora Gracianus questions whether to reveal him. The dialogue centers on power, money, and social maneuvering.
Mrs Lor king notes Charley tends to be talkative at the outset but proves wiser at the finish as the horses prepare to race. The exchange hints at racing behavior and strategic talk before the event.
Mrs Schaffer asks about the sign Photos While You Wait. The photographer confirms the sign and tells the woman she must wait four days, suggesting she wait at home.
Dialog shows tension as a wife comments on her husband’s rapid rise to fame, while she prefers he fail rather than succeed. The exchange highlights themes of ambition and personal sacrifice typical of early 20th century stage dialogue.
A playful exchange frames exercise as a stylish pursuit. He values a girl who can take a joke, while she pursues sylphlike fitness with self regard and a lighthearted, accepting stance.
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