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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1934
Page
2
A fragment discusses lamps designed for study and reading, describing a “Study and Reading lamp” aided by the Illuminating Society. It mentions college students, wattage, and placement in dorms or cottages, noting decorative items beside each lamp.
The readable text mentions lamp shade height and distance from base to the shade rim, a glass bowl directing light to reduce glare, and use of a standard 100 watt bulb. It also references a wall type model and two names, but the rest is garbled.
A fashion notice from C. A. Zartman’s Store on Broad at Front Street promotes a coat dress in sheer wool crepe aimed at a slimmer silhouette for fall. The ad invites customers to choose sizes 26 through 48 and notes availability at the local shop.
A housewife outlines basic kitchen measures using one cup of each ingredient and notes simple serving steps. The text also includes a precaution about lime deposits in a water heater and a reminder to drain it monthly to prevent buildup and damage.
The fragment describes a storage area on the second floor with cleaning equipment, soaps, and scouring powders. It mentions a tight cleaning routine and related items, though specifics are unclear due to garbled text.
A design note describes vent trim and new room accents in lively tones. Chinese red, black, navy blue and other vigorous shades outline door panels, base boards, moulding and window rims as part of refreshed decor.
Fragmented verse speaks of dark nights and a rising sun. It mentions tears turning to sparkling gems of dew and a rainbow as a sign of renewal with religious imagery attributed to Alice Reynolds.
A meditation urging cleansing by the Divine Breath to purify thoughts and remove prejudice. It seeks to wash the self with abundant Life and live in peace within a clean, good works minded heart. Florence Morse Kinagnsey quoted from The Little Sun Books.
A collage of local shop notices advertises Seth Thomas and Sessions eight chime clocks at 16 50 to 40 00, kitchen furnishings for cheerful rooms, glassware, wigs and gloves, horses glassware and peppy drinks, plus book offers and blankets pajamas and night garments with prices across departments.
A tip explains that frequent water pours into a basement floor drain prevent evaporation of the water seal and stop sewer gas from escaping. The guidance highlights maintaining the water trap to preserve odors and air quality.
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