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Newspaper
New Oxford Item
Location
New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1962
Page
4
Editorial argues newspapers, especially small town papers, reflect national views and shape Congress. It claims readers rely on local papers as the nation’s barometer and that newspapers are the best source of news and advertising medium.
An American Press survey shows a large majority of editors oppose government welfare in education and medicine. Seventy eight percent reject more social security for seniors while 84 percent back voluntary nongovernmental plans like Blue Shield and Blue Cross. Editors fear big government and socialism, preferring minimal presidential power.
A breezy portrait of a small town where neighbors greet each other with warm hellos as trees arch overhead and streets invite a wholesome, communal feel. The scene highlights simple moments of everyday neighborliness and place.
A fragmented passage mentions a gate at a grocery store and neighbors near a lumber yard. It reflects on life in a small town, home over roaming, and the sense of community in Loving County Texas, with reflections on identity and personal change.
A parent seeks guidance about the late hours of their 22 year old daughter's dates. They worry the lifestyle strains family trust and question acceptable curfews and expectations. The letter uses a concerned tone and references a local store sign as an odd aside.
Roberta LSS presents a mixed page of home hints and jokes. The piece includes candle pad tricks, meringue tips, gilded clock polishing, and a long reader correspondence about Scout troop awards and late hours. It also features quotes and humor aiming at family life and moral tones.
A reader asks how to repair a bulging wallpaper by slitting the bulge and smoothing with paste and brushes. The second question explains balancing overly salty soup by boiling in potatoes and replacing them as needed.
William L. Mummert of Abbotts Town R1 was charged with operating a Maryland registered vehicle while his Pennsylvania license was suspended. He received a $50 fine or six days in York County jail on Monday.
James C. Dutt, vegetable extension specialist, says vine crops like cucumbers squash pumpkins and muskmelons require rich loam with ample organic matter. They also need sufficient fertilizer and insect control.
This reflection cites 1 Peter 3 10 urging restraint from evil speech and embracing kind words peace praise wisdom and truth as tools of life to build and uplift in every situation for daily use.
In New Oxford six employees began temporary work at the F. L. Weaver foundry for the Susquehanna Casting Co of Wrightsville. The firm recently secured a three day option on the Weaver warehouse building on Hanover Street. Benjamin Gallagher of near Kohlers bought Sacre farm at public sale for 4000 dollars. Wheat price stood at 1.10 per bushel. Francis Kuhn, Hanover, graduated from St. Joseph's parochial school in Hanover. Dairyman J Frank Eicholts reduced milk prices from 5c to 4c per pint and from 9c to 8c per quart. Mrs. Mary Glassick of East Berlin sustained a dislocated shoulder blade from a fall.
Ten years ago Edward R. Alwine retired after 68 years with Alwine Brick Co in New Oxford. Earl F. Neiderer earned cum laude in civil engineering at Catholic University. Property on Peters Street, New Oxford, torn down. Spangler’s Furniture to open June 23 in Berlin building. Roxey A. Stambaugh earned nursing degree at Maryland. Fire causes 400 dollars damage to Francis Rabine property. Dolores Smith wins nursing school scholarship from Hanover Sportsmen Club.
Glenn Trimmer of Five Points cut his left foot with a shovel while working on township road. In Gettysburg, Trimmer ran an arm through the windshield of Lloyd Decker’s car, injuring flesh and dislocating an elbow. Mary Zudrell of Abbottstown graduates from Catholic high school in York. Keffer farm barn along the McSherrystown New Oxford road, destroyed by fire weeks ago, is being rebuilt.
Paul Wagner of New Oxford, stationed in Iceland, is promoted from sergeant to staff sergeant. Pv. Raymond Billman of New Oxford recently inducted into the service is at Keesler Field, Mississippi. New Oxford school board fixes tax rate at 16 mills and imposes a $3 head tax. Ruth Sheely of near New Oxford, a graduate of the Protestant Episcopal Hospital, Philadelphia, joins the staff of E. W. Capital, Everett.
Local church listings summarize service times, Sunday School, and Holy Days across Immaculate Conception at New Oxford Salem EUG Church of Christ Lincoln Highway Full Gospel Center First Lutheran Hampton Charge United Church of Christ St Pauls New Oxford Emmanuel Abbottstown and associated congregations with times for worship, mass, confessions, and church school across towns.
A compilation of Sunday schedules across multiple congregations including Abbottstown Saint Lutheran, Harmony Grove Chapel, Paradice Hebrew Lutheran, Morning Herr Chapel Brethren in Christ, Paradies and others. It lists pastors, worship times, Sunday School, Bible study and prayer meetings, with dates for upcoming Friday through August fixtures in Abbottstown, Spring Grove, East Berlin, Thomasville, Heidelberg, and surrounding towns.
The Lutheran Holtzschwamm Church hosts a Vacation Bible School from Monday to Friday with daily sessions 9 30 am to 3 pm Enrollment reached 91 on Tuesday and is expected to hit 100 by Friday The roster lists teachers for Kindergarten Primary and Junior Division along with the director Rev Carlton R Howells The closing program is set for 7 30 pm Friday June 15 in the main Sunday School room.
Rocky Leib son of Mr and Mrs Larry Lew was the guest of honor at a birthday party hosted by his parents. Bernard Smith has returned from Paul Smith College New York to spend the summer vacation with his brother. Judy Polhemus has accepted summer employment in Boston Massachusetts. The Rev and Mrs George Berkheimer visited the home of Mr and Mrs Charles Slothour. Mr and Mrs Aaron Shimer Hazleton visited the home of the Rev and Mrs Ld Karschwer.
Henry J Strazzella, son of Mrs Anthony F Strazzella of Hanover and the late Mr Strazzella, earned the Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Pennsylvania commencement. A Delone Catholic High School graduate, he holds a Georgetown University B S from 1958, has joined the army as a first lieutenant, and is married to Jean Hockensmith of New Oxford with a year old daughter.
A bridal shower for Shirley Miller was hosted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. David Laird Sr. Attendees included Janet Laird, Miss Miller, David Laird Jr., and extended family. The couple plans to wed on June 17 with many Laird relatives and friends attending.
Frederick H. Wilhelm Abbotts York starts divorce proceedings in York Common Pleas Court against Shirley A. Wilhelm York. The filing initiates the legal action and names the principals and court.
Bonneauville shocked New Oxford 17 to 3 in a high hit game as Legore had five hits and Orndorff homered. Harney 15, Brushtown 5. Gettysburg 13 Cashtown 6. Next Sunday games include Gettysburg at Brushtown and Littlestown at Cashtown.
The Upper Adams Pony League began Monday with the New Oxford Dodgers and York Springs Giants posting early wins. The Dodgers beat Arendtsville White Sox 6 0 after a fast first inning, while the Giants edged Biglerville Red Legs 3 2 in York Springs. A former Little League player Tanger starred for York Springs, pitching four strikeouts and contributing two runs.
The McSherrystown An nunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish Troop 704 traveled to Virginia on Sunday. The group left at 6 30 a m stopping in Berryville and along Skyline Drive with stops for the scenery. They visited Dickey Ridge Visitor Center Natural Bridge Luray Caverns and Shenandoah Valley before returning home at 8 98 o clock.
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