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New Oxford Item

Location

New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1964

Page

5

What Your Dimes Can Buy and The March of Dimes Drive

Editorial urges support for the National Foundation March of Dimes during January fund drive. It notes shifting focus from polio to birth defects, funds 70 research centers in 60 medical schools, the Salk Institute birth of new vaccine hopes, and aims to aid arthritis and rheumatism research. It calls readers to donate as much as possible.

National Foundation March of Dimes Salk Institute For Biological Studies San Diego

Brain Twisters in Douglas Black and Blue Expressions

Puzzle list asks how many common phrases start with Black or Blue. Clues include Aristocrat, Miner's disease, Nefarious merchandising, Puritanical code, Card game, Delirium tremens, Small oyster, Scoundrel, Roll of unwanted persons, The cornflower, Wife killer, Witchcraft.

Neighbors plan gift split among members

A group contributes equal shares toward a $165 gift. When four more neighbors join, each share drops by 4 dollars. The original number of neighbors is 15.

TASTY DISHES FROM LETTER SEEDS

Anagrams of groupings yield menu dishes. 1 Tape oats becomes Potatoes. 2 I subscit becomes Biscuit. 3 Cult tee becomes Lettuce. 4 Car stud becomes Crustad. 5 Roam cain becomes Ginorma ca? 6 Neck hic becomes Chicken? 7 Foul rice law becomes Calf Roulife? 8 As a rap gas becomes Spaghetti Nor? 9 O fast beer becomes Foasbeerot? 10 Fling on time becomes Lemon Fritong? 11 Slap ape cue becomes Salade Cappe? 12 I get paths becomes Singapore Thae.

Roam Cain

Answers in Blue and Black Across The Menu Maze

A list pairing color phrases with common terms such as blood market and laws, followed by a scattered note that there were 11 neighbors in a menu maze. The second itemized list presents foods including potatoes biscuits lettuce custard macaroni chicken cauliflower asparagus roast beef filet mignon apple sauce and spaghetti.

30 Years Ago Move To Mt Pleasant Fruit Farm

Fred Nissley and family moved from Indiana Pa to the Mt Pleasant fruit farm west of town, formerly Frank Basehore. Local produce dealers pay 18 to 20 cents per dozen for eage. Duttera's warehouse pays 89 cents per bushel for wheat. New Oxford Chamber of Commerce met to attract a new factory, potential to employ about forty workers. George F Grove elected president of the New Oxford Board of Health. other officers H M Miller, Cletus Billman, Oscar Zeigler. Secretary and health officer salary set at 25 dollars annually. Rural mail carriers in New Oxford will see salary increases March 1.

Fred Nissley Indiana Mt. Pleasant Frank Basehore Eage Duttera New Oxford Chamber of Commerce George F. Grove New Oxford Board of Health H. M. Miller Cletus Billman Oscar Zeigler

Ten Year Backlog of Local News Highlights

Ten years ago Edward Wolf of Green Springs fell at the Bethlehem quarry and was transported to Hanover Hospital. A car driven by Mrs. Hlllen Rife caught fire on Center Square New Oxford. New Oxford Fire Company extinguished it. Two Abbottstown R. I. cousins injured in Dauphin county car crash. Helen Baker 18 fractured shoulder Delores Baker 16 abrasions. Mark Bishop becomes manager at Hanover Country Club. Huntington Township 1953 expenses up $957.65. grant of $6,134 aids road work. cash balance fell from $1,803.02 to $145.39 by 1964. George C. and Nellie Gimmel sold Reading Twp property to Ollie and Ben Shultz for 7100 dollars. Ladies Auxiliary of New Oxford Fire Company names 1954 officers. Metropolitan Edison to install street lights in Hampton.

Edward Wolf Green Springs Bethlehem New Oxford Hanover Hospital Waynesboro Hanover Country Club Huntington Township Clerk of Courts Huntington George C Nellie Gimmel Reading Twp Ollie and Ben Shultz Dillsburg Reading Township New Oxford Fire Company Fidelis Lingg Leroy Rife R. E. Crouse Treas Clare Lockenbill Metropolitan Edison Company Hampton

Wage Shifts and Accidents Reported in Local Notes

W Ralph Miller, 1890 wages, is dropped from temporary post as a third route is abolished. Henry Haar gains 180 dollars yearly, Merrill Yohe increases to 2460, Henry Hamme 30 in East Berlin fractures knee, Mrs. March in East Berlin shoulder contusion, J D Bollinger in McSherrys town fractures arm. Hershey’s store in New Oxford advertises fudge at 10 cents per 1b.

W. Ralph Miller Henry M. Haar Merrill Yohe Henry Hamme East Berlin R.D Harry J. March J. D. Bollinger McSherrystown Hershey's New Oxford

Luther League to Meet at N C Lutheran Church

The Luther League will convene Sunday evening at the church with Elaine Sterner and Linda Ecker leading. Linda Harbaugh and Clark Feiser handle games while Beverly Stock and Linda Nitchman organize refreshments. LCW meets Thursday January 23 at 7 30 p m in the church basement with Circle 1 joining Circle 2 for a program led by Mrs Harry Emlet and Mrs Frank Feiser. Officers to be elected after the program and the executive committee will meet briefly afterward.

Luther League Elaine Sterner Linda Ecker Linda Harbaugh Clark Feiser Beverly Stock Linda Nitchman LCW Circle 1 Circle 2 Harry Emlet Frank Feiser

Leap Year Advice For Eligible Girls In 1964

A 1964 column urges eligible young women to act during leap year February with 29 days and 343 days to 1966. It notes leap year dances and college customs where women initiate, while men run. The writer jokes that trying a little de icing could yield warming results.

U.S.A

Quote on human nature as start of political education

A wry remark contrasts knowledge of human nature as the seed of political education with a sharp note that folly can be as entertaining as a long distance misstep. The line hints at political wit and social observation.

Wedding Dress Symbolizes Serious Intent Beyond Attire

A humorous reflection notes that women wear wedding dresses as a statement of commitment even when not actively playing tennis or skiing. The line contrasts everyday outfits with the gravity of entering marriage, suggesting the dress signals serious intent regardless of activity.

Night Before Payday Poem Fragment

A humorous verse laments empty pockets and the wait for payday. The speaker jokes about hunting for cash in jeans as time drags toward tomorrow.

Packaged Food Idea Traced to Ancient Hen Concept

The proposal to pack aged food traces back to a simple idea once linked to hens. Researchers note a lineage from everyday poultry practices to early preservation concepts, suggesting practical origins behind modern packaging instincts.

World War I rookie calls cooties arithmetic bugs

A World War I rookie described cooties as arithmetic bugs that added misery, subtracted pleasure, and multiplied like the dickens. He framed the pests as a persistent burden during service days.

Quote on risk and failure as growth guidance

A concise reflection argues that trying new paths beats safe inaction, asserting that avoiding risk leads to failure while seizing chances fosters success. The maxim emphasizes personal boldness over fear of outcomes.

Customer Is Wrong Says Irate Customer Case

A store manager insists the customer was wrong after arguing with a shopper. A floor walker confirms the customer insisted he was wrong, challenging the rule that the customer is always right.

Balance your life as you would balance your bank account

A concise encouragement to treat life choices with the same calm, systematic care used in managing finances. It frames balance as a habit aligning priorities, time, and resources for overall well being.

Misread library book leads to volume mix up

A high school boy took home a book whose cover said How to Hug but it was Volume Seven of the Encyclopedia. The column then ponders how a trained animal like a bird dog knows it is a bird dog and not a fox hound.

Jesus

New pastor condemns gossip in fervent sermon

A nervous pastor delivers a fiery sermon denouncing gossip and a tongue bearing, tale wagging woman as he condemns rumors and slander in the congregation.

Money Talks but Never Hands Itself Over Says Investor

A quoted financier notes money talks yet rarely yields its value without effort. The remark frames a cautious view of assets and incentives amid market volatility and investment risk.

Wife boasts about faithful husband in sharp quip

A witty exchange has a wife insist her husband would never cheat, while a friend counters with a sharp remark that he is too fine and too old to stray. The brief quip captures social satire in a domestic exchange.

Round World of Squares and Flat-Figured Folks

A vivid, playful depiction blends a global stage with geometric shapes and characters described as flat. The piece uses clever imagery to contrast diverse people against stylized shapes in a single, whimsical frame.

Mud pack joke coils reflect mint demand

A humorous exchange about a mud pack failing to last, followed by a note that the US Mint is working overtime to meet coil demand, placing it in the same boat as others.

US. Mint

Judge Asks Jury Challenge to Pick Less Reputable Member

In court the defendant jokes about selecting the man at the end of the jury box. The judge questions him on whether he intends to challenge any jurors. The exchange highlights trial dynamics as attorneys test for bias and suitability among jurors.

See You Next Week Advertises In The Item

A brief classified notice announces an upcoming advertisement in The Item next week. The notice invites readers to engage with promotions and highlights the publication schedule.

How can I safely launder hand knitted garments

Practical household tips on preserving knitted wear, paint can waste reduction, cleaning a eider down garment with cornmeal, making a controlled glass hole with putty and lead, and cleaning metal borders on dishes with dry brushing powders and alum.

Glove Washing Tips and Quince Waveset

Washing gloves in lukewarm water and mild soap with a soapy rinse keeps leather soft. Avoid clear water rinses to prevent stiffness. For extra softness add olive oil. Quince seeds create a non flaking waveset when boiled strained and mixed with a bit of alcohol.

Our Mission Today Sermon Highlights at New Oxford Church

The New Oxford Methodist Church featured a sermon titled Our Mission Today. Andrea Dee Wildasin, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Wildasin of Hanover, was baptized during worship. Choir numbers included Beneath The Cross Of Jesus What A Friend We Have In Jesus and My Jesus I Love Thee.

New Oxford Methodist Church William Kennard Jesus Andrea Dee Ray Wildasin Hanover Commission William Snyder Lincolnway West New Oxford Women’s Society of Christian Service Carroll Short Abram Belt WSCS Carroll Shorb Shorb

Evangelist to Lead Citywide Revival at Gardners Church

Richard Asato visits York Springs choir members amid local church events. John Miller undergoes major surgery in Harrisburg. Beginning January 26 evangelistic services run nightly to February 9 at Uriah Evangelical United Brethren Church Gardners with Rev Lon Woodrum as evangelist and Rev J K Barner leading opening dates. Theme Christ Receiveth Sinful Men with nightly special music.

Richard Asato Baltimore Hawaii Amos Meyers Elmer Coulson John Miller Rock Chapel Harrisburg Hospital Uriah Evangelical United Brethren Church Gardners R. 2 Lon Woodrum J. K. Barner Christ

First Lutheran Church Notes in New Oxford

Sunday School at 9 15 a m worship at 8 15 10 20 a m and catechetical class listed by Pastor John L Eugle with Saturday 10 30 a m session Logged as church notices for New Oxford.

John L. Eugle

Worship and Sunday School Times Listed for Local Churches

Rev. Ernest W. Brindle of St. John New Chester leads worship at 9 a.m. with Church School at 10. Emmanuel Hampton offers Church School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. Mt. Olivet Bermudian has Church School at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m.

Ernest W. Brindle St. John New Chester Emmanuel Hampton Mt. Olivet Bermudian

Parish Mass Schedule and Confession Times

Rev. John P. Bolen leads daily mass at 7 a.m. except Saturdays when mass is 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Confessions are 4 to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturdays. Sunday masses include 7 a.m. and a high mass at 9:30 a.m. Confessions Sunday at 9 a.m., with Novena, Sodality Office and Benediction at 3 p.m. and Sodality Communion at 7 a.m.

John P. Bolen

Immaculate Conception Parish Confessions and Mass Times

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary lists confessions Saturday from four to five and seven to eight p.m. Masses are Sunday at 7:30, nine, and 10:30 a.m. Children’s communion occurs at the 9 a.m. Mass. No weekday Masses this week.

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Alexis Arnoldin Children’s Communion

Salem EUB Service Schedule

Pastor Paul O. Shettel leads worship at 10 30 a m with Sunday School at 9 30 a m Youth Fellowship and Bible study both at 7 p m Weekday details listed for the Salem EUB church program and study groups.

Salem Eub Guldens Paul O. Shettel

Vaughn Evangelist leads Abbottstown church schedule

Church of Christ on Rt 30 east of Abbottstown lists Bible study at 10 a.m. worship and Communion at 11 a.m. and an evening service at 7 30 p.m. Wednesday Bible study also at 7 30 p.m. Evangelist Harry M Vaughn preaches.

Church of Christ Abbottstown Lincoln Highway Harry M. Vaughn

Lutheran Churches Schedule For Sunday Services

New Chester Lutheran Supply Pastor St. Mark's Heidlersburg worship 9 a.m Sunday School 10 a.m. St John’s Hampton Sunday School 9:30 a.m worship 10:30 a.m. St Paul’s The Pines Sunday School 9 a.m with no worship service.

New Chester Lutheran Supply St. Mark’s Heidlersburg St. John’s Hampton St. Paul’s the Pines

Church Announcements for Heidlersburg Ida ville and Mt Olivet

The notice lists Sunday School and worship times for three churches led by Pastor Rev. Jacob F. Stover. Heidlersburg holds Sunday School at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. Ida ville hosts Sunday School at 10 a.m. and worship at 7 30 p.m. Mt Olivet offers worship at 9 a.m. and Sunday School at 10 a.m.

Church of the United Brethren In Christ Jacob F. Stover Heidlersburg Idaville Mt. Olivet

Lincolnway Full Gospel Center Service Times

Lincolnway Full Gospel Center near Abbottstown and Cross Keys led by Pastor Fred Mummert schedules a 10:30 a.m. service and an evening 7:30 p.m. Bible study on Wednesdays.

Lincolnway Abbottstown Cross Keys Fred Mummert

Methodist Charge Schedule Readies Sunday Services

Reverend William Kennard leads the York Springs charge with Church School at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. New Oxford follows with Church School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. Hunterstown holds services at 11 15 a.m. in the Presbyterian Church.

William Kennard York Springs New Oxford Hunterstown Presbyterian Church

Pleasant Street Church of God Service Times

The Church of God on Pleasant Street in New Oxford invites all to Sunday School at 10 a.m. worship at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. evening service. Friday YPE meets at 7:30 p.m. under Pastor H. James Justice.

Church of God Pleasant St New Oxford H. James Justice

Youth Sunday worship and church activities listed

United Church of Christ announces Rev. John Z. Martin pastor at St. Pauls New Oxford with church school at 9 a.m. and Youth Sunday worship at 10 15 a.m. Emmanuel Abbottstown offers Youth Sunday worship at 9 a.m. and Church School at 10 a.m.

United Church of Christ John Z. Martin St. Paul's New Oxford Emmanuel Abbottstown

Great Conewago Presbyterian Hunterstown Service Schedule

John R. Korver serves as supply pastor at Great Conewago Presbyterian Church in Hunterstown with church school at 10 a.m. and worship at 11:15 a.m.

Great Conewago Presbyterian Hunterstown John R. Korver

Local social notes from Hunterstown and nearby towns

Forty years ago box social and spelling bee at Hunterstown drew fair crowds. Mary Trimmer of The Pines school won best speller. A new shirt factory will open soon near Heidlersburg in a building erected by Charles Pool. Various local workers change jobs. Residents urged to insulate bedding for extreme cold. Only seven members of the East Berlin band remain alive, named C. E. Butt, Claude Lapham, John Weaver, Daniel Tschop, Albert Hilderbrand and Curtis E. Blin-Singer.

Hunterstown Mary Trimmer the Pines Heidlersburg Chas. Pool Leo Poist New Oxford Kohler Aug. F. Robinson John Duffin Claude Lapham John Weaver Daniel Tschop Albert Hilderbrand Curtis E. Blin-Singer

East Berlin church services at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in East Berlin invites worshippers to Sunday morning activities. Sunday School begins at 9 a.m. followed by worship at 10 15 a.m. led by Pastor Harold R Stoudt.

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Harold R. Stoudt

Bermudian Bible Church Schedule Details

Lloyd Malehorn serves as supply pastor as services and activities are listed. Ship time 10 30 a m Christian Endeavor at 7 30 p m Prayer meeting Wednesday 8 p m.

Bermudian Bible Church Lloyd Malehorn Christian Endeavor

Church Schedule for Rev. Jack E. Herrera

Pastor Jack E. Herrera leads Sunday School at 9 a.m. Worship follows at 10 15 a.m. Luther League meets at 6 30 p.m. every Sunday at the church.

Jack E. Herrera Luther League

John’s Lutheran Abbottstown Service and Activities

J John’s Lutheran Abbottstown lists worship at 10 30 a m with a 9 15 a m church service and worker's conference after. A Saturday catechetical class at 1 30 p m and Luther League at 7 p m are scheduled. Rev Dr Norman S Wolf presides at the church school activities.

J. John’s Lutheran Abbottstown Norman S. Wolf Luther League

Paradise United Church Service Led by Rev Strasbaugh

The Paradise Holtzschwamm United Church of Christ will hold a 10:30 a.m. service led by Pastor C. E. Strasbaugh. Residents are invited to attend the morning worship and Sunday school.

Paradise Holtzschwamm United Church of Christ C. E. Strasbaugh

Prayer Meeting Schedule for Rev Victor Nichols

Rev Victor Nichols leads a prayer meeting at 7 30 p m on Wednesday with ship 10 15 a m service times noted.

Latimore Lutheran parish worship times listed

Latimore Lutheran Church Reverend M Benson Paull serves the parish with worship at 9 a.m. and Sunday School at 10 a.m. Chestnut Grove offers Sunday School at 9 30 a.m. and worship at 10 30 a.m. Local worship schedule details for Lower Bermudian.

Latimore Lutheran Parish M. Benson Paull Lower Bermudian Chestnut Grove

Mt Royal Full Gospel Fellowship Schedule Reads Faithful Week

Mt Royal Full Gospel announces the schedule with Rev. Mabel Seville as pastor. The fellowship offers a Saturday 7 30 p m service Sunday School at 9 30 a m Young People service at 7 p m and evangelistic service at 7 30 p m.

Mt. Royal Full Gospel Mabel Seville

Wellsville EUB Names Reserve Pastor and Service Times

The Wellsville EUB lists Rev. W. W. Costic as pastor at Red Mount church with Sunday School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. The Wellsville church also holds services at Mt. Royal with Sunday School at 9 a.m. and worship following.

Wellsville EUB W. W. Costic Red Mount Wellsvill Mt. Royal

Harmony Grove Chapel Worship Schedule and Bible Study

Harmony Grove Chapel lists Rev. C. Jack Orr as pastor with services from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Bible study sessions are held each Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.

Harmony Grove Chapel C. Jack Orr

Church notices list Sunday services and classes

Lower Conewago Church of the Brethren and Bermudian members show Wayne Cook as elder. Sunday School at 9 a.m. worship at 10 30 a.m. Wolga muth offers Sunday School at 9 30 a.m.

Lower Conewago Church of the Brethren OQ Wayne Cook Bermudian Wolgamuth

Church Schedule for Upper Conewago and Nearby Areas

Ralph Schildt of Upper Conewago and Elder in East Berlin announce worship and study times. Latimore offers Sunday School at 9 30 a m and worship at 10 30 a m. Trestle s lists Sunday School at 9 a m and a Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 p m.

Upper Conewago Church of the Brethren Ralph Schildt East Berlin Latimore Trestle’s

Worship and Sunday Schedule at St Pauls and Zwingli

Rev W H Anderman Jr pastor at St Pauls Red Run presides worship at 9am with church school at 10 15am Zwingli offers church school 9 30am and worship 10 45am in the morning services.

St. Paul’s Red Run Zwingli

Shrine Mass and Confession Hours

Shrine of the Immaculate Heart of Mary in Paradise lists confessions Saturday from 7 to 8 p.m. and Masses Sunday at 7 a.m. in the chapel plus 9 and 11 a.m. in the church with Rev. J. F. Braubitz as pastor.

Seventh Day Adventist Services South of York Springs

Elder C. M. Bee preaches at a church two miles south of York Springs Route 94. Weekly schedule includes worship at 9 15 a.m. Sabbath School at 10 30 a.m. Prayer meeting Tuesdays at 7 30 p.m.

Seventh Day of Adventist York Springs C. M. Bee

Accident Near Heidlersburg Involves Schoolcraft Diehl Jr

At 8 30 a m Monday the Get tysburg state police were summoned to an auto accident a quarter mile east of Heidlersburg on Hampton Road. Lois Ann Schoolcraft 25 New Oxford R 2 was eastbound and tried to pass a parked vehicle when her car struck a northbound truck driven by Millard L Diehl Jr 26 Mt Wolf R 1. Damage totaled about 1000 to the car and 300 to the truck with no injuries reported.

Gettysburg Heidlersburg Hampton Rd Lois Ann Schoolcraft New Oxford R. 2 Millard L. Diehl Jr Mt. Wolf R. 1

Harness racing in 1963 saw 27 races worth over fifty thousand dollars

In 1963 American harness racing featured 27 races with purses of 50 000 dollars or more highlighting a period of strong prize money and competitive fields across tracks and circuits.

You Can Fix It By Gene Yon

The article explains a translucent starch coating to keep freshly painted walls and ceilings looking new for months. It outlines mixing one cup starch with cold water, two quarts boiling water, and two tablespoons vinegar, then applying with brush or roller and stippling to hide brush marks.

Warmer moves and farm sale noted in local items

Twenty years ago Pvt Roy Milton Wagner was moved from Fort Douglas Utah to El Paso Texas. Charles E Deardorff sold his 70 acre stock farm in Stra ban Township with stock equipment and crops to Fred G Schwarz and C H Boyts of Silver Spring Maryland. Eugene Imler of Abbottstown escaped injury when his car overturned on the Lincoln highway west of New Oxford. Ada Laughman aged 14 of Hanover R 3 was admitted to Hanover hospital after sled struck a post. Paul E Myers of York Springs was enlisted as an aviation cadet by the Harrisburg Aviation Cadet Examining Board.

Roy Milton Wagner New Oxford R Fort Douglas Utah el Paso Texas Charles E. Deardorff Straban Township Fred G. Schwarz C. H. Boyts Silver Spring Eugene Imler Abbottstown Lincoln Highway New Oxford Ada Laughman Oscar

Adams County Law Library reports 1963 expenditures

The Adams County Law Library spent 1710.09 for books and materials in 1963 per the annual law library committee report. The fund started with 1778.93, received 2937.50 including 2500 from the county and 437.50 from masters and auditors fees, ending with 3006.34.

Adams County Law Library Law Library Committee Donald G. Oyler H. Thomas Pyle Ronald J. Hagarman Prothonotary’s Law Library

New Oxford FHA Plans Pretzel Sale and Teen Marriage Study

The New Oxford Future Homemakers of America met January 21 in the New Oxford High School home economics room. Officers reported, and Suie Lough Dorothy Stover and Miane Naill volunteered to sell pretzels at the January 23 basketball game. The group discussed a nature degree and a study on marriage preparation and teen divorces.

New Oxford Future Homemakers of America New Oxford High School Suie Lough Dorothy Stover Miane Naill Mary Myers FHA

Church Radio Program Herald of Truth on WGET

The Church of Christ near Abbottstown on Route 30 sponsors a weekly radio program Herald of Truth over WGET Gettysburg each Sunday from 8:35 to 9. Evangelist Harry M. Vaughn will lead the broadcast.

Church of Christ Abbottstown Route 30 Herald of Truth WGET Gettysburg Harry M. Vaughn

Auto Demolished In East Berlin Ice Crash Injures Driver

Mrs Harold Brunges of W King Sr East Berlin was injured Tuesday night when her car skidded on ice on Hampton Road near East Berlin and struck a pole. The 1962 Fairlane Ford she drove was demolished and she was treated at Dr Joseph Eshleman’s office in East Berlin.

AUTO Harold Brunges W. King Sr East Berlin Hampton Road Joseph Eshleman

Church Notices for St Pauls and Emmanuel

St Pauls New Oxford junior choir rehearses tonight at 6 15 p m Confirmation class meets Monday at 6 30 p m Churchmen fellowship gathers Tuesday at 7 30 p m Emmanuel Abbottstown Confirmation class Monday at 8 p m

United Church OF Chirst St. Paul's New Oxford Emmanuel Abbottstown

Dear Sally Column Tips on Showers and Family Boundaries

A reader asks about hosting a second baby shower after a miscarriage and delaying until after birth. Sally recommends skipping the shower until the baby arrives and gifts can be given with certainty. A letter questions an engaged man’s harsh partner and a wife’s presence during visits with his ex and children. Sally advises addressing sarcasm and respecting family dynamics.

Sally Tom

New Oxford Troop 85 Camps Out at Camp Tuckahoe

Scout News reports Boy Scout Troop 85 from New Oxford held a Thursday meeting with Ed Robinson and Jim Moore leading pledges. Ronald Staub outlined Camp Tuckahoe plans for a 21-scout weekend trip supervised by James Quickel. The group traveled Friday and spent three days completing projects and viewing color slides. Attendees included Brad Quickel, Burnell Carbaugh, William Staub, Charles Topper, Paul Boose, Sterling Feeser, Ed Zinn, Larry Weaver, Moses Muller, Maurice Miller, Ed Robinson, Jerry Noel, William Evans, David Zinn, Robert Robinson, John Goff, Dan Sieg, Ronald Staub, James Moore, and James Quickel. Scoutmaster Robert Donahue visited Sunday. In the past two weeks Burnell Carbaugh and William Staub joined the troop. Jim Moore is the reporter.

Boy Scout Troop New Oxford Ed Robinson Jim Moore Ronald Staub Tuckahoe James Quickel Brad Quickel Burnell Carbaugh William Staub Charles Topper Paul Boose Sterling Feeser Ed Zinn Larry Weaver Moses Muller Maurice Miller Jerry Noel William Evans David Zinn Robert Robinson John Goff Dan Sieg James Moore Robert Donahue

Conewago Chapel Notes of Interest

Conewago Chapel reports Boy Scouts meet Thursday at seven p.m. A special offering for candles used in divine services will be received at both Masses on Sunday. The banns of marriage were published for Donald Livels berger and Frances Jacoby, both of Sacred Heart Conewago.

Conewago Chapel Donald Livelsberger Frances Jacoby Sacred Heart, Coneiwago

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