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Newspaper
New Oxford Item
Location
New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1963
Page
5
An editorial salutes Herbert Hoover on turning 89 on August 10. It lauds his global service and leadership through wars and revolutions, his rise from humble origins to public life, and his work aiding the hungry and dispossessed, calling him a wise and loyal figure who helped save millions.
A Maine House proposal to require author identification on editorials failed after an unfavorable committee report. The editorials typically use “We” to reflect views of an institution rather than a single author, a device the piece argues should remain, noting unsigned editorials carry collective weight and longevity.
How can 2 remove rust stains embedded in cement or concrete. The question seeks practical rust stain removal methods for concrete surfaces and may discuss household or commercial treatments.
Rainfall records fall with 24 inches in a recent period. York Springs readies for four trot and pacing classes at Griest Park with 30 plus entries. A series of local items follow including a fatality in Tamanna, a homecare query column, and civic notices.
Thirty years ago Lawrence Neiderer near Conewago fractured two forearm bones after a horseback fall. Harry Kuhn of Hamilton Township broke his shoulder being thrown from a horse. Earl Kiing of New Oxford bruised and lacerated his right arm in a motorcycle collision. New Oxford council heard objections to water plant use from Mr. Gorman of the state health board. Engineer Freil urged a survey to determine needs. A Pope family daughter near New Chester broke her left arm and knee requiring seven stitches after a stone wall fall. George A. Roberts of East Berlin was hospitalized in Carlisle with a broken left foot and possible skull fracture after a motorcycle-auto crash. A nutrition note states no food fattening. extra calories cause weight gain per Penn State extension specialist.
A familiar thimble tale shows shifting customs as a West German factory near Stuttgart halves its workforce. Once a world leader founded in 1807 it ships millions yearly but now faces weak orders and stiff competition.
Tips for waking lazy sleepers include a spring clip on the alarm button to hinder easy deactivation. A coffee test uses a teaspoon in cold water to gauge quality by minimal discoloration and few grounds. A bread crumb placed in cauliflower or cabbage pots helps neutralize cooking odors.
The notice lists Methodist and United Brethren in Christ charges with pastors and service times across York Springs Heidlersburg Idaville and neighboring areas including Sunday School and worship schedules A separate home care guide provides household tips on mold removal linen care sponge cleaning rust stains and simple DIY maintenance guidance
A list from Hanover Hospital and Warner Hospital records patients admitted and discharged. Names span New Oxford East Berlin Abbottstown and Hanover with multiple families noted. Religious services schedules accompany community notices.
The Great Conewago Presbyterian set by STULL DVD features John R. Korver Supply Pastor. A Wednesday Women's meeting is scheduled at 7:50 p.m. with a 1:15 a.m. time noted.
An OCR snippet lists multiple Lutheran churches in East Berlin and nearby towns with pastors and service times. It names Rev L J Karschner Rev W H Anderman Jr Rev Charles Strausbaugh Rev M Benson Rev Victor Nichols and others, plus Sunday School and worship times across East Berlin Red Run Latimore Chesnut Grove and Morning Hour Chapel.
Improvised home project ideas from old venetian blinds to create a decorative wastebasket with curved tops and a bottom frame. Instructions cover cutting slats 12 inches, forming a 9 inch internal frame, and spacing on a flat surface for even gaps. Also notes minor table rattle fixes with adhesive bumpers and mentions several church schedules in Wellsville and surrounding areas.
Mrs Marguerite Duvall notes that reading aloud engages a child with facts rhythm and pictures. Storytime offers love security and may answer questions about work and how things operate. Listed names include Kiam J Spahr East Berlin and several families in Gettysburg Hanover Gardners and Harrisburg areas.
Ray K Hagenbach and family moved from Quakertown to the Bryan property at Lincoln Heights vacating by H H Linn and family who moved to Hanover. Allen F Feiser Taneytown contractor began work on an 18 room elementary school on Berlin Avenue New Ox Mt Royal Full Gospel ford with Feiser's bid for the Rev Mabel Seville Pastor building at 261 78 dollars. Judith Ann ten year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Lloyd Crook suffered a fractured leg in a service at Hanover East Ber.
The 26th annual Kindig Basehoar family reunion gathered about 65 members at Christ Church Grove near Littlestown. A program followed lunch with devotions, performances, a historian’s report, and gifts. Officers chosen include Aaron Rohrbaugh president and Thomas Craig vice president. Next reunion set for July 26, 1964 at the same site.
Ralph and Claude Winand take ownership of the Lincolnway West station as it plans a gala opening across August 20 21 22. Community notes include Mrs Lillian Stuller becoming president of the Irishtown Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary with new officers named. Construction on the Red Run Church addition progresses.
Raymond Billman of New Oxford receives corporal rank after service in England. Robert E. Sheads, longtime New Oxford High School instructor, elected science teacher at Gettysburg High School. Hampton Fire Company cancels carnival due to war conditions. Edgar T. Keffer of MacSherrys Town completes Army Air Forces flying school at Williams Field and is commissioned second lieutenant. Henry J. and Marie E. Shetlenberger of York New Salem sell property in Reading Township to Lysle V. and Mary Jane Andersson of East Berlin. Oscar J. and Kathryn Richter Rife of Hanover sell a Reading Township lot to Henry J. and Marie E. Shellenberger. SSgt. Ervin Butt of Abbottstown, after seven months in New Guinea, transfers to Australia. manufacturing brand to be advertised more countrywide.
A collage of advice columns covers blush feelings and social mishaps. Readers seek tips on handling embarrassing reactions, left handed dining, baby naming with respect for an in-law, weight concern, engagement ring budgets, and shared decision making with a partner.
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