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Newspaper
New Oxford Item
Location
New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1964
Page
2
Editorial warns that a ruling requiring state legislatures to base both houses on population will shift power to big urban centers, eroding rural influence. It argues a constitutional amendment would be needed to reverse this, urging readers to contact Senators and Congressmen.
Ten years later the Oxford Lunch and Tavern run by Walter Pennewell in the Miller Building Center Square New Oxford shuts its doors last weekend. East Berlin school overcrowding gives rise to a new second grade classroom in the former William Dull property near the square, with grade three occupying the previous second grade space. Two new teachers announced Grace Roseman and Shirley Fickes join local schools. Nora Pohlman shoots a 100 lb buck in Potte County while hunting. Dial service arrives in New Oxford as Fred Klunk dials from the new building to council member R. W. Wolf. Conner's Store buys Kiddie Corner from Ruth Alwine and relocates to Myers Building..property trades include Smiths selling to Neiderer for 9000, Kennedy returning to hospital for X rays, Wagaman selling to Weaver for 10000, Plasterer selling to Hollabaugh for 22000. Season’s cold snaps drop state to 18 degrees in Pennsylvania.
The guest preacher was Dr Elvin Clay Myers administrator of Bethany Village Retirement Home Mechanicsburg He spoke on The Church With Banners Flying Assistant teachers were observed in Sunday School Junior Choir rehearsal Saturday at 9 30 a m followed by catechism at 11 a m
The banns of marriage were published Sunday at Conewago Chapel for Leo Lawrence and Sandra Smith both of the parish. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Shrader, Robert Andrew, was baptized with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Strausbaugh as sponsors. Holy Communion will be given to the sick and shutins this week. Conewago Chapel Boy Scouts meet Thursday at 7 p.m.
Twenty years ago Mr and Mrs William C Albert moved from Lincoln Heights New Oxford to Hanover. L D Benedict Graper VA have moved to the Alberts vacated property. Town council invests 2000 in war bonds, same as October 1943. Pvt Francis L Byers New Oxford earns Good Conduct Medal. Straleys sell property to Buchers. Pepper shortage affects Adams County farmers. Warner sells York Springs property. Maurice E Bream completes radio operators course at Fort Belvoir VA. Cross Keys Hotel reopens with new operators Reeder and Bittinger.
Curtis Miller of New Oxford shot a 7 point buck in Potter County. At the New Oxford School Board meeting Dr. Wilbur H. Miller was elected president and C. A. Bigham vice president. November at Seven Hundred School saw several pupils untroubled by absence or tardiness. Local prices include Wheat 93 cents per bushel and eggs 26 to 28 cents per dozen. Properties on Main Street McSherrystown were razed by Ralph Becker to make way for a new home by Mervin Hippensteel of New Chester. Mervin Hippensteel also reported an 11 point buck, weight 215 pounds. A child from East Berlin, formerly of New Oxford, stepped on a needle and was treated at War ner Hospital. Ed C. Stough of Carlisle celebrated his 81st birthday after catching six suckers about fifteen inches long from the Little Conewago Creek.
A holiday dish features soft vanilla ice cream used as a warm sauce atop steamed spudding, highlighting a comforting seasonal treat.
Attorney Frank Altimari of Mineola contests a Nassau County judgeship election claiming two votes decided the result. With over 100,000 votes cast on November 3, Altimari polled 53,370 while his Democratic-Liberal foe had 53,371, giving the opponent the win by one vote.
The quote suggests a biographer weighs character by reviewing a victim's checkbook stubs. It contrasts such scrutiny with gossip, which offers only a biased and dirty perspective.
A precinct court cautions residents to avoid making promises based on public notices that may later be challenged in court. Officials urge careful verification of any commitments or obligations before acting on such statements.
A terse exchange between an older woman and an artist’s model humorously clarifies the scene. The model explains the model wears pants, denying posing nude, prompting amused reactions.
The fragment hints at social or political themes about widening access and unequal rights, suggesting many are denied privilege while some resist. Limited readable context prevents precise names or places. The tone implies a commentary on opportunity gaps within a community or system.
In a family exchange a father proclaims he is a self-made man. The son replies that he admires his father yet notes he often takes the blame for everything.
A brief item notes a timid person who avoids bending an IBM punch card due to fear, reflecting caution or superstition about old data processing tools. The anecdote highlights cautious attitude toward computing hardware in a light, humorous tone.
A terse exchange about a fight leads to a warning. One man notes another’s injury and the other replies that following advice would prevent future harm. The brief exchange reflects local streetwise attitudes and cautionary humor.
A light practice from social psychology suggests daily compliments reduce friction and improve mood. Researchers note consistent positive remarks can raise group harmony and individual wellbeing.
A writer notes over hundred paths to failure and attends a large wedding described by color. Six bridesmaids wear hyacinth blue silk and two pages in crimson velvet with gold lace while a pale bridegroom completes the palette.
Elsie and Cora swap quips about Percy’s words. Elsie reports his praise for Cora while denying he complimented her, revealing a mutual suspicion of truth and flirtation. The lighthearted exchange hints at social dynamics and affection in their circle.
A witty quip notes that suggesting a break may be redundant if the subject already appears to have had a rest. The line plays on weariness and irony in everyday speech.
A playful exchange centers on a sister's reputation as spoiled, countered by a witty remark that the source of the stinging comment is the perfume she wears. The line registers social tension and humor in a brief, quotable moment.
Secretary hands a letter marked personal to the boss, but the staffer notes the tag is misleading. The incident raises questions about private versus work-related correspondence and possible privacy concerns at the office.
A service station attendant diagnosed a car problem for a woman who complained of jumping. He found one cylinder wasn’t firing, remarking that the car had one cylinder missing. The woman replied she keeps the garage locked at all times.
A bridegroom reflects on a seemingly innocent flirtation that led to an unexpected turn of events. He recounts his astonishment at how a light incident blossomed into a life choice.
A whimsical verse lineup features an Eskimo whose wife left him, a nearsighted glow-worm who adores a cigarette, a woman rushing to be home by 11 and panicking over four hands, a deep sea diver returning as his ship descends, and another gal who eats strawberries then rashly promises.
A girl searches for a cookbook and enduring passages to read. The note indicates a reading and culinary interest, seeking a text pairing literature with recipes for lasting enjoyment. No specific titles or authors are named in the readable text.
Burton S. Horne from Penn State extension urges farmers to spend a few hours on tractor winterization now to save time and money when hard winter arrives. He notes practical steps and emphasizes preparedness for colder conditions and potential equipment failures.
Quick tips cover ironing on a protective towel, removing a broken bulb with a cork, cleaning glass, silverware tips with foil, extending blankets with muslin, keeping watercress fresh, weatherproofing mailing addresses with wax, preventing enamel yellowing, and reviving dull black felt hats with steam and buffing.
The New Oxford School Board reorganized with J. A. Cashman elected president and J. C. Herman vice president. Other local incidents include a price drop in eggs, a factory accident injuring M. F. Slaybaugh, and a major fire destroying Center Square garages and nearby buildings.
Confession times set for Thursday 4 to 5 and 7 to 8 p.m. Friday includes communion at 6 a.m. and Holy Mass at 11 a.m. Saturday confession ends at 4 p.m. Sunday Masses listed at 7:30, 9, and 10:30 a.m. High school students to receive communion at the 7:30 mass.
Pastor Paul O Shettel leads worship at 10 30 a.m. with Sunday School at 9 30 a.m. A church council meets after the service WSWS hosts Men s Brotherhood and Youth Fellowship at 7 p m on Sunday.
The Church of Christ mile east of Abbottstown lists evangelist Harry M. Vaughn leading Bible study at 10 a.m. Worship with communion at 11 a.m. and another service at 7 30 p.m. Wednesdays feature Bible study at 7 30 p.m.
The Methodist charge led by Rev. William Kennard at York Springs offers worship at 9 a.m. and Church School at 10 a.m. MYF follows at 7 p.m. New Oxford hosts Church School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. Hunterstown conducts Church School at 10 a.m. with worship at 11:15 a.m. in the Methodist Church.
Lincoln Full Gospel Center between Abbottstown and Cross Keys hosts morning worship at 10 30 a m and an evening service on Wednesday at 7 30 p m led by Rev Fred Mummert pastor at the church within the community.
Supply Pastor Rev. Paul L. Foulk leads Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. Worship services follow at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at First Lutheran.
John R. Korver serves as supply pastor at Great Cenewage Presbyterian Church. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. Worship follows at 11:15 a.m.
Daily Mass 7 a.m. except Friday and Saturday. Thursday confessions 4 5 and 6 7 p.m. Friday Communion 7 20 a.m. Mass 8 15 a.m. confessions 6 p.m. evening Mass 6 30 p.m. Saturday Mass 7 30 a.m. Our Lady of Fatima devotions after Mass confessions 4 5 and 6 7 p.m. Sunday Masses 7 a.m. high Mass 9 30 a.m. confessions 9 a.m. children’s communion in a body at either Mass.
New Chester Lutheran Rev Robert May supplies at St Pauls The Pines with Sunday School at 9 am and no worship. St Johns Hampton begins at 10:30 am. St Marks Heidlersburg offers worship at 9 am and Sunday School at 10 am.
Charge Rev. Jacob F. Stover presides at Heidlersburg Ida ville and Mt. Olivet gatherings. Sunday School at 10 a.m. in Heidlersburg and Ida ville. Worship times: 11 a.m. in Heidlersburg 7:30 p.m. in Ida ville and 9 a.m. at Mt. Olivet with Sunday School at 10 a.m.
The Church of God on Pleasant Street in New Oxford lists Sunday School at 10 a.m. worship at 11 a.m. and evening worship at 7 p.m. Friday features YPE at 7:30 p.m. under Pastor Rev. H. James Justice.
Hampton Charge United Church of Christ Rev. Ernest W. Brindle pastor at St. John's New Chester holds worship at 9 a.m. Church School at 10 a.m. Emmanuel Hampton offers Church School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. Mt. Olivet Bermudian conducts Church School at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m.
St Pauls New Oxford worship and confirmation class on December 7 at 6 30 p.m Adler Advent Workshop 2 to 4 p m Youth Fellowship 7 p.m at Emmanuel Abbottstown church School at 9 a.m worship 10 15 a.m event schedule lists pastor Rev John Z Martin and two congregations United Church of Christ.
Police file motor code charges against Melvin Moats 44 Gettysburg R. 4 stop sign Hans ford Snead 4 Gettysburg R. 4 improper passing Robert Myers 17 Abbottstown R. 1 reckless driving Earl G. Huff 22 Gettysburg R. 4 failed to match address with living address Cornee 48 Abbottstown R. 1 and others.
Dr. Samuel B. Guss, extension veterinarian at Pennsylvania State University, urges extra attention for newborn lambs pigs and calves during cold spells to reduce losses and promote healthy starts.
Rev. Bedsaul Agee will lead morning worship at 10 30 am with Christian Endeavor at 7 30 pm and a prayer meeting on Wednesday at 8 pm at the East Berlin church.
The notice lists worship times for Letimere Lutheran Parish with Pastor M. Benson Paull. Lower Bermudian holds Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and worship at 10:30 a.m. Chestnut Grove offers worship at 9 a.m. and Sunday School at 10 a.m.
Rev. Victor Nichols leads morning worship at Morning Hour Chapel with Sunday School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 18 a.m. A prayer meeting is held Wednesday at 7 30 p.m.
The Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church invites all to Sunday Church School at 9 a.m. followed by worship at 10 18 a.m led by Pastor Harold R Stoudt with congregation.
Ma. Royal Full Gospel lists Rev. Mabel Seville as pastor with a weekly schedule including a fellowship service Saturday at 7 30 p.m. Sunday School at 9 30 a.m. a young people's service 7 p.m. and an evangelistic service 7 30 p.m.
Harmony Grove Chapel lists Rev. C. Jack Orr as pastor with services from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm and a Bible study on Wednesday at 7:30 pm. The notice outlines regular worship times and midweek study session led by Orr.
Rev Jack E Herrera leads Sunday School at 9 a m worship at 10 15 a m Bible study and prayer meeting Tuesday at 7 15 p m and other church activities listed.
St Pauls Lutheran led by Pastor Charles A. Snyder offers a morning worship at 10 15 a m with a confirmation class at 6 30 p m. The Red Run parish invites congregants to join the sessions.
Paradise (Heltzschwamm) announces Sunday activities led by Pastor Rev C E Strasbaugh. Sunday School starts at 9 15 a m and worship service at 10 30 a m.
The record lists Rev W H Anderman Jr as pastor with church events. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. worship at 10:46 a.m. at the Zwingli church.
The Abbottstown church lists Rev. G. L. Zimmerman as pastor with Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. and worship at 10:30 a.m.
The Wellsville EUB outlines worship at 9 a.m. with Sunday School at 10 a.m. in Wellsville. Red Mount schedules Sunday School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10:15 a.m. Wellsville holds worship at 9 a.m. and Sunday School at 10 a.m. Mt. Royal offers Sunday School at 9 a.m.
Lower Cenewage Church of the Brethren led by Elder O Wayne Cook posts Sunday School at 9 30 a m worship at 10 30 a m and a Christmas drama at 7 30 p m In Wolgamuth Sunday School starts at 9 20 a m with worship at 10 30 a m
Ralph Schildt invites attendance at a prayer meeting Tuesday at 7 30 p m in the home of Mrs Annie Leinart Locust Street Latimore hosts Sunday School at 9 30 a m and worship at 10 30 a m Bible study 7 15 p m Trostles hold Sunday School at 9 a m and a Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 p m
Parish schedules confessions Saturday evening and masses on Sunday at 7 a.m. chapel 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the church. Reverend Michael J. Barrett serves as pastor.
The Seventh Day Adventist church led by Pastor Eker C. M. Bee holds worship Saturdays at 9 15 a m Sabbath School at 10 30 a m and a Tuesday prayer meeting at 7 30 p m. Located two miles south of York Springs on Route 4.
Leather looms large in men’s gifts this Christmas with luxury textures new colors and exotic leathers. Buckles small show tricks while reversibles fit traditional or contemporary tastes. Stand ar d leather tabs appear on wide fabric belts as leather dominates fashion briefings.
Practical cleaning repairs and home tips covering furniture burn marks cereal meringue sugar ratios oatmeal flavor improvements screw hole repair heat loss survey rubber cement stains plaster of Paris cleaning methods hidden cash caches sewing thread helpers knife blade repair and more guidance from Roberta Lee.
A collection of Dear Sally reader questions about engagements without diamonds, sending Christmas cards to spouses or offices, a fiancé in love with another woman, sampling dressings, and a friend with volatile moods. Sally offers practical guidance, urging value over ostentation, advising on card mailing, cautioning against marrying for the wrong reasons, suggesting tasting dressings on the side, and noting the friend’s inner imbalance.
Simple homemade solutions show how to keep sectionals from sliding apart with screen door hooks under the frames. A four plus pair trouser hanger is built from a wall bracket and steps with a painted finish. A trash can lid is secured with a screen-door spring and detachable hooks to prevent spills.
A concise historical quote from Patrick Henry about learning from the past to judge the future. It emphasizes experience as the sole guiding lamp for foresight.
Henry Woodling, extension agricultural engineer at Pennsylvania State University, warns that underground drainage from septic tanks cesspools silos and barnyards can ruin an otherwise good water supply and urges use of adequate safeguards.
A Winston Churchill quote warns that destroying a free market breeds a black market and excessive regulation erodes respect for law. The maxim emphasizes how heavy controls distort commerce and undermine legal order.
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