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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1931
Page
8
Goods on exhibition at Warwick House from September 22 to sale day. Three fine 9 by 12 Wiltons and Axminster rugs. Mahogany five piece bedroom suite includes French dresser bed and box spring. Brass beds and springs. From James M. Goldthwait home. Ideal for young couples furnishing on a budget.
A nostalgic hometown column recounts a week away, local idle chatter, and a near public scrape. The writer notes no change in town life yet hints at political tension around school director nomination and upcoming election. Parking habits near the Square are discussed with wit and a hint of mischief.
The Legion led effort to can goods for winter relief has halted due to lack of volunteers. Local workers report a substantial supply has been stored for needy homes and express gratitude to all contributors. The project may resume if new helpers step forward.
A lengthy wartime era editorial on President Garfield's death appears in the issue. Local notes report Constable Helman's horse bolted from a hitching post causing excitement but little damage. Bomberger & Co. were erecting a two story warehouse behind their building. H E Miller fell from a ladder injuring his nose. Meiley's Lexington dwelling burned the prior Tuesday morning. Prices listed show butter at 28 cents a pound and eggs at 20 cents per dozen.
A public meeting formed an anti vaccination society. Robert Pfautz killed a three and a half foot water snake at his Rome home. Butter 24 cents a pound eggs 22 cents a dozen. Lititz Elizabethtown Manheim autos counts and local civic notes. Farewell reception planned for Rev. G Miksch and bride at Moravian Chapel. Street work continues on Broad Street under State Highway Dept. YOUNG'S Music House Lititz Pa promotes Majestic Radio.
Readable fragments describe a fish that shoots water to catch insects, with an effective range of 40 to 50 inches. The piece also references a puzzled officer asking for a three letter bovine word and notes on clocks, timepieces, and fires. Foresters warn that “Fire Weather” signals dangerous conditions with high temperatures strong winds and low humidity.
A large mastiff or Great Dane can throw a man, making them valued as watch dogs. German shepherds and bull terriers are capable guard dogs but not large enough to handle a man.
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