Never Use Paper Lighters
A caution against using paper lighters an old bad habit. It highlights the danger of carrying flame with folded paper and notes that burning fragments often fall from such lighters. Safer matches are easily obtained.
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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1929
Page
14
A caution against using paper lighters an old bad habit. It highlights the danger of carrying flame with folded paper and notes that burning fragments often fall from such lighters. Safer matches are easily obtained.
Guidance warns against attacking attic fires from outside or by cutting a roof hole. Firefighters should enter from the lower floor and drag hoses up to the burning level. This method improves accuracy and reduces water damage to intact floors below.
The Reception Committee of the Lititz Fire Company invites the public to welcome visiting firemen for the Lancaster County Firemen's Association convention. The morning session starts at 9:00 at the High School Auditorium with delegates and guests, followed by a town hall visit and a dinner for about 150 to 200 delegates hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary. A 1:30 P. M. recess will be observed for continued activities.
Letters of Administration granted for the estate of John D Hollinger late of Lititz Borough Lancaster County Pa. Debts should be paid promptly and claims presented for settlement to the administrator residing in Lititz R D No 1. 6 to June 13.
A reception committee invites residents to a grand parade with county fire companies joining the town event. After the parade, firemen will be hosted at Springs ground with refreshments, followed by a 3:30 PM baseball game between Robesonia of Berks County and the local team. An evening band concert, town Hall stand, and Ladies Auxiliary booths offering ice cream and drinks complete the program.
Lists nine cautions for outdoor fires including cold ashes after use and keeping fires enclosed in a stout wire screen. Warns against burning dead trees and throwing large paper into flames. Advises keeping children away and ensuring the fire is completely out before bed. Recommends thawing pipes with hot water, not flame.
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