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Newspaper

New Oxford Item

Location

New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1966

Page

3

Area Tech School Advance Plan Advances in County

Adams County and Hanover School District push for an area technical school east of Gettysburg with state approval sought. The Adams County Board of School Directors favors a part time model, allowing pupils to split time between their high schools and the new program for retraining in various occupations.

Adams County Hanover Gettysburg Adams County Board of Hanover School Getty Axeda Stine Fas Tea Hawever Adams Coins Board Eugene Hartman

Anonymous donor to match December contributions for Channel 33

An unnamed donor will match all gifts to Channel 33 during December, announced by ML Francis Coulson and the station's Constitution and Bylaws Committee. The gift could boost donations as the nonprofit educational TV station seeks to raise funds for its operating budget.

Channel 33 Francis Coulson Cha.mnan Ford

Evergreen symbolism through history hides in holiday customs

A fragmented note traces evergreen traditions before Christmas across cultures. It cites Egyptians, Romans, Druids, Scandinavians and Norsemen linking evergreens and palm fronds to protecting life and warding off death during winter and solstice observances.

Ier Bader

Two Brothers Win Awards In Keep Christmas Contest

Two brothers, students at St. Jus Catholic School, won prizes in the Keep Christmas poster contest. James Kinik took first prize, with his brother Richard winning a third prize. both entries advanced to district judging. The event drew about 300 children to a Christmas party with Santa and gifts.

St. Jus Catholic School Lirles Krichten Litlestown New Oxford Gettysburg Bonneauvale Paradise Protectory Richard H. Kinik St. Aloisius School Raymond Father Krichsen CWV James Kiusk Bonneauvile

Enforcement Of Dog Law Described In Adams County

James R. Logan, state dog law enforcement officer for Adams County, outlined stricter future enforcement as dogs are often allowed to run at large. He cited damages of 210,000 to poultry and livestock and 8,000 in owner payouts, noting licenses do not shield from prosecution when dogs chase game or threaten people. Logan urged two warnings per dog before disposal and said rabid dogs must be confined for two weeks to test for rabies.

Adams County James R. Logan Gettysburg Rotary Club Logan Lagan Washington County Jak

Tree care tips in a fire safety note

Fresh tree selection and care guidance emphasize keeping the tree in water from purchase until disposal. Avoid placing near radiators or fireplaces to prevent blocking escape in a fire.

Parents Must Keep Children's Confidence

An article stresses the importance of parents safeguarding a child’s confidence. Experts note that breaking trust can embarrass the child and teaches avoidance of sharing future information. Advice includes impartiality, respect, and fair treatment to foster honesty and open communication.

Cordene Savn Dinelt L Davall Dunall Cintiten Enis Rae

Honor Couple On 50th Wedding Day

An elderly couple, married December 9, 1916, celebrated their 50th anniversary with a family supper. The event honored by relatives included children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. The piece notes traditional customs like mistletoe and Yule log burning as ancient practices.

Weidner Will Probate for Huntington Youths Estate

The will of Raymond C. Weidner of Huntington Tup died November 29 has entered probate. William M. Weidner of York Springs named executor of the $5 500 estate with equal shares to his three children. Other notices list Evelyn Utz Hanover Route 3 Ray L. Weich er York Springs Route 2 and Erma I Weigle York Springs RouteL as heirs. A separate note mentions PFC Joseph A. Chrismer, 19, son of Mr and Mrs Bernard F Chrismer Gettysburg Route 5, completing an Army and war school electronics technician course at Monmouth NY and training in radio radar and computer systems during the holiday season.

Raymond C. Weidner Huntington Tup Register and Recorders Office William M. Weidner York Springs Evelyn Utz Hanover R Ray L. Weicher York Springs R Erma I Weigle Joseph A. Cansraer Bernard F. Chrismer Gettysburg R. 5 Army & War School Monmouth

Service Personal Notes From Home and Hawaii

Robert J. Weaver returned to Honolulu Hawaii after a 20 day leave with his parents He will remain in Hawaii until March then join the aircraft carrier USS Oriskany Joan D Weaver has returned home from East Stroudsburg College for the holidays Private Torey N Banthing completed a radio relay and carrier operation course at Fort Gordon Ga December 16 He trained to operate field telephone telegraph and radio relay equipment His wife Carolyn lives in Ragan North Carolina The Colorado Blue Spruce Black Hill Spruce and Alcock Spruce are noted as preferred Christmas trees

Robert J. Weaver George W. Weaver Gettysburg Horolulu Hawaii U.S. Naval Fleet Aporher Joan D. Weaser East Stroudsburg College Torey N. Banthing Herman XN T Baulins New Osford R. 1 Arm I Southeastern Signal School Ft Gordon We H Carolyn Ragan S High Point N.C

Christmas Eve Service at The Pines Lutheran Church

The Pines Lutheran Church near New Chester will hold a Christmas Eve service at 7 30 p m featuring a candlelight carol and communion based on the order of service. The single service on Sunday starts at 9 a m with a sermon titled Let Us Go to Bethlehem and a vesper of hymns by the Luther League.

St. Paul's the Pines” Lutheran Church New Chester Ional Order of the

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