Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette July 18 by Innovative Designs & Publishing, Inc.

By John Hall for Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette

This is one of my favorite issues because the focus is on pets. I don’t know about you, but I’ve had pets since I was a little boy and each one (of the four-legged varieties particularly) was a “favorite” along the way. Ultimately, I’ve settled more on the dog side of things, but as we all know, there are many kinds of pets that people keep. If you’ve had one or more pets, have you ever tried to get them to pose for a “perfect” photo? Although I did manage to take one extra-special

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photo of a couple of my pets, getting those pictures was nothing more than pure luck. Because some people take pet photographs for a living, we figured there must be some expert tips on the topic and that’s what we’re bringing you in “How to Take Great Pet Photos.”

Now, if you have ever thought of becoming a volunteer at a pet shelter we have an article just for you. The benefits of working with shelter animals can be richly rewarding, but there are actually a number of things to consider before jumping in. Because shelters are nonprofits, there are many ways volunteers can help. It’s definitely not all playing with puppies and kittens. In “Becoming a Pet Shelter Volunteer” we put the spotlight on almost a dozen things you should consider before making the move.

If you’re a dog owner, one of the things you may need to consider if your pet stays home unsupervised during the day, is whether or not to crate your dog. Crating is not for all dogs, but to make crating succeed, one of the key things to achieve is for your dog to feel safe in the crate; to

feel like it’s their special place to be at certain times. Be sure and read “Should You Crate Your Dog?” for valuable insights on this topic.

One of my favorite things has always been to take my dogs for long walks. It’s not only good for my pet, but for me too. In “Take

Your Dog for a Walk” we look at why dog walking is so important from the dog’s perspective. With their incredible sense of smell, sniffing their way through their walks is how they know what’s going on in their “neighborhood.” This is a really good article.

And finally we look at taking care of an older pet – dog or cat. Our older pets can suffer in many of the ways we can, for instance with arthritis. Find out how to make your older pet’s life more comfortable and how to keep their essentials (food,

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Skipping your dog’s walk is a bigger deal than you think. For dogs, only hanging out in their backyard is like reading the same book again and again. Although having a fenced area for your dog to exercise is excellent and can also keep them from getting loose unintentionally, it can lead to the unfortunate temptation to make that the only place your dog gets to stretch its legs.

Skipping Regular Walks

Having a place for your dog to take a quick pee break is great. According to experts however, if that becomes a lack of walking for your dog, not only will it make you feel guilty, it will significantly affect your dog’s emotional and physical wellbeing.

First of all, dogs don’t exercise by themselves, for the most part. The amount of exercise a dog needs varies based on age, breed and health, but virtually all dogs need exercise in some form. As the dog owner, making that happen is your responsibility.

The typical yard just doesn’t offer enough stimulation to prompt an adequate amount of movement. Unless you’re spending time playing with your dog, the dog is likely to just sit there because the space is familiar and doesn’t offer new scents and stimulation.

More than Exercise

This need for exercise, while crucial, isn’t even the most important reason to walk your dog. Without the walks, your dog is not getting companionship (from their human), and they’re not getting the mental stimulation that comes from seeing new things, or, from the point of view

of a dog, sniffing new things.

According to one expert, dogs who don’t have these needs met are subject to some of the same effects of long-term chronic stress that people are. They can suffer from depression and anxiety, and develop problems with the immune system.

To help your dog get the most out of their walk, let them explore. Sniffing is the way that dogs experience the world. Where humans have 6 million olfactory receptors, research shows dogs can have up to 300 million; it’s how they acquire information about their environment and communicate.

Prioritize the Dog’s Needs

Too often, we hurry our dogs along during a walk, prioritizing our schedule over the dog’s interest in the world around them. It isn’t necessary that the dog walks obediently behind or beside us, or that they only stop to sniff when we grant permission. We need to allow the dog to pull off to the side and sniff whenever it wants, because that’s what they want to do on their walk.

It’s important to pay attention to what your dog is communicating and then help them meet their needs. After some amount of time, you can usher them to a new area to sniff, or you might even

designate a portion of each walk just for sniffing and another portion for exercise. But above all, as the dog’s guardian, you need to follow the animal’s lead to maximize their benefit from their walk.

Safety Note: When walking your dog, always be aware if they pick something up and start eating it. Teach them to “leave it” or “drop it.” There are “bad actors” out there. On one of our trails recently a number of dog treats with fishing hooks stuck inside were found. Always manage your dog for safety.

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Time to Clean out your Closets!

Submitted by Wendy LeVan

The Slatington Baptist Church will hold their 28th annual Free Clothing Days in August. We are looking for donations of good, clean clothing and shoes, in all sizes, for this ministry. Clothing for school-age children and clothing for men and women in size 2x, 3x and larger are especially needed. We also will take sheets, blankets, towels, purses, and backpacks . The clothing goes directly to people in need from our community. We do not sell the clothing and we do not ask for monetary donations. Please drop off donations at the Slatington Baptist Church, 509 Main Street, Slatington, on Monday, August 5th or Tuesday, August 6th between 10am and 4pm or call 610767-6276 to make other arrangements.

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Parents, here is a great opportunity for you and your kids to have 10 hours of free Summer fun!

Sunday, July 21st through Thursday, July 25th from 6pm to 8pm your kids can join in on “Camp Firelight” during Vacation Bible School at the Slatington Baptist Church. Each night we begin at 6pm with a free meal. Then from 6:30 to 7:45 we will be singing, learning a Bible lesson, making crafts and playing games. At 7:45 we will end our fun with dessert! There are classes for all ages, nursery through adults! All food is free, and there will be a free will offering that will go to the NL Food Bank. The Slatington Baptist Church is located at 509 Main Street in Slatington. If you have any questions or need more information please call Sarah at 610-216-7844 or the church at 610-767-9775.

How to Take Great Pet Photos

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Photographing any moving subject is tricky even for pros. When the object is your pet, your best bet for getting quality photos is to provide appropriate exercise for your animal before you start. Then allow your pet to explore all the stimuli around them so they will be better able to focus when you need them to.

Offer Rewards

Providing adequate “payments” in exchange for your pet’s attention helps tremendously. Reward your dog with high frequency and if the dog needs a break, be sure to allow one.

Cats can be trickier. One pro suggests using catnip blends with silver vine – a plant that produces a euphoric reaction in cats. This will help them relax and increase your chances of holding their attention.

Familiarize Pet with Phone or Camera

A long lens on a camera or even a bulky smartphone may be an oddity to your pet. Try to

familiarize your animal with your device gradually.

If you’re having your dog sit for a professional shoot, the sound of the equipment could also be scary. Ask the photographer to hit the shutter button, rewarding the dog after each click until it loses interest in the camera.

Another tip is to use the screen rather than the viewfinder. That way your pet can see your face the whole time as you shoot.

Get the Right Light

When photographing dark-furred animals, you can never have too much light. Also, a lighter background will make the silhouette pop so you can focus on adjustments for the contrasts in fur color.

Other Tips:

• Avoid direct sunlight; your subject should be in all shade

• Use a camera flashlight, ring light or a lamp

• To brighten your subject’s face, place the light in front of it

• For an artsy silhouette, place the light source directly behind the dog or cat

Capture the Personality

Focus on your pet’s face and let their personality

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steer the shoot. Speak gently and give the animal clear directions of what you expect from them. Dogs respond better to quieter, calmer settings. Let your animal get comfortable. Let their face be the star.

Skip the Props

Dressing up your animal in something they’re not familiar with is only going to result in stress – both for your pet and for you. If you must accessorize, stick to items your animal is already comfortable with, like bandanas, collars or even a bow tie. Skip anything that restrains their movements.

Pet Body Language

Keeping a dog on a tight leash during a shoot can be confusing for the animal. Instead keep a loose leash and use a reward to lure your dog into the desired position. Making sure your dog is comfortable is a very critical component to getting a beautiful shot. You want soft eyes, open mouth, ears forward, body soft … if your dog is rigid, showing the whites of their eyes, ears pinned back, mouth tightly closed, then take a minute to reset and reassure before continuing.

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Caring for Older Dogs and Cats

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It happens so fast: One day you’re adopting a young, energetic dog or cat, and suddenly the veterinarian says you’ve got a senior pet on our hands. If your animal companion is slowing down, don’t worry: Caring for an elderly dog or cat just requires a little more thoughtfulness. Specifically, you’re looking for ways to make your senior pet’s life safer, easier and more comfortable.

Make the Home Safe

The home environment is particularly important for geriatric pets, whose health tends to go downhill at a slow, steady pace. Consider where your pet likes to sleep or perch, the activities they enjoy and the pathways they use around your home, then think of modifications that will help them maintain their routine.

• Use nonslip carpet runners to provide stability on hardwood, tile and linoleum floors. Add them to the space around your pet’s bed, at the base of

stairs, on the stairs themselves and/or leading to their food.

• Runners should be visually consistent with a vibrant pattern to help vision-impaired pets identify safe spaces.

• To navigate spaces outside the home (like your vet’s office), look for commercial pet products designed to give paws added traction.

• Restrict access to potential problem spots in the house. As pets age, their mental and physical faculties decline, which can lead to trouble even in areas they once navigated with ease.

• Use baby gates to block stairs.

• Check your backyard for danger zones, making sure swimming pools, fire pits and window wells are covered.

Create Easy Access

When caring for an elderly cat or dog, make sure they have easy access to the essentials: food and water bowls, litter boxes and pet beds.

• Use food and water bowls with nonslip bottoms.

• Make sure litter boxes have ramps or low sides.

• Try keeping all essentials in one place so your senior pet doesn’t have to go too far to reach food, water, the litter box and favorite toys.

• Use ramps to provide access to spots that might otherwise require climbing stairs or jumping up.

• Cover ramps with nonslip material; add rails or other physical barriers, if needed, to prevent falls.

In general, try to modify your home environment so your pet can keep their normal routine. This will provide consistency and comfort.

Keep Senior Pets Comfortable

Geriatric pets have many of the same health concerns as geriatric people: arthritis, reduced motor and cognitive skills, balance problems, hearing loss and vision impairment. They might also experience muscle and weight loss, social withdrawal, an unkempt coat, confusion, fatigue and sunken facial features.

Mobility is key to an animal’s emotional health, helping them enjoy their routines as long as possible. Keeping elderly pets moving helps loosen stiff joints and reduces the risk of pressure sores.

Here are a few other ways to help keep elderly cats and dogs comfortable:

• Comfortable, softer beds; easy to get in and out of.

• Designate “sanctuary spaces” where your pet can escape the activity in your home. Place beds against a wall, furniture or in a corner to help them feel safe.

• Keep the space at a comfortable temperature; older pets are more sensitive to temperature extremes.

Remember, the senior years are special. Take inspiration from your pets as they slow down: Nap with your kitty in the sun, enjoy more leisurely walks and relish the opportunity to stop and smell the flowers with your pup.

Should You Crate Your Dog?

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Some dogs sleep in their crates, and some dogs like to spend the day there while their human is at work. One expert says the use of crates can be beneficial when house-training puppies or setting up unsupervised dogs for success, giving dogs a quiet place to relax, or making car travel safe and comfortable. But the benefits depend heavily on the crate being introduced correctly, and your dog being calm and comfortable when inside.

Not for All Dogs

Not all dogs can be crated. Dogs with separationrelated anxiety often become distressed when crated. If your dog seems distressed in his crate, is destructive, or causes self-injury by scratching or biting, work with your veterinarian to figure out why your dog is displaying the behavior, and how you can help them feel more at ease.

More likely than not, spending time in a crate is going to take your pup some getting used to.

Experts recommend introducing the crate slowly, and with a lot of positive reinforcement. If a dog has not been properly trained to be relaxed in a crate then confining them to a crate can be harmful to their emotional well-being. This can lead to destructive behavior.

Helping Your Dog Feel Safe

Even though dogs aren’t born with an affinity for being crated there are a number of ways dog guardians can encourage their dogs to feel safe in a crate. To start, select an appropriately sized crate and place it in a safe location in your home. What size is appropriate? Probably larger than you think – dogs should be able to stand up, turn around, lie down, and stretch out their limbs completely in their crate.

You will want to make the crate comfortable with soft bedding, and make use of toys and other items to help keep your dog occupied during their time without other stimulation. Also important is to refrain from using the crate as punishment or using force to get your dog inside. You want your dog to view his crate as a safe, calm place to relax. If he’s made to stay there during times of heightened stress, he’ll form negative associations rather than positive.

How Much Crating Time?

For an adult dog, time in the crate should be

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This girl went out as a puppy and is now back looking for a forever home. She has not be socialized with other dogs or people. Once she gets use to you she is a great dog. She is almost 2 years old. You must live within an hour of the rescue to adopt. Apply at www.furryfeetrescue.com. Kennel License #5890

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Chevy had a happy life until one day she was told that she had to go since the toddler was allergic to her. She is young and has lots of energy. She is good with other dogs and housetrained. You must live within an hour of the rescue to adopt. Apply at www.furryfeetrescue.com. Kennel License #5890.

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limited to four or five hours, with 30 to 60 minutes of exercise beforehand. And if you’re crating both during the day and at night, each crating period should follow 60 to 90 minutes of exercise, focused enrichment, or training.

If crating isn’t right for you or your dog, but you’d still like to limit where your dog can roam while unsupervised, try making use of an exercise pen or baby gate to create a dog-friendly zone. With these options, your dog can have more freedom of movement, while still being kept from anything that might pose a risk to them.

The primary thing to remember is that if your dog learns to be comfortable in a crate, the dog will have a positive connection to it. Remember that it can be unfair and negligent to keep a young dog or puppy in a crate rather than providing the training they need.

Becoming a Pet Shelter Volunteer

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Have you ever thought of becoming a pet shelter volunteer? On the surface, volunteering at a shelter may just look like petting kittens and walking puppies. In reality, shelters need a lot more from their volunteers.

You may wonder what sort of duties you could be responsible for. Chances are the shelter is wondering what sort of duties you’d be willing to perform. Although lots of face time with puppies and kittens may very well be requested of you, other needs may include walking dogs, socializing cats, showing pets to potential adopters, and cleaning, cleaning, cleaning. Make sure the staff is aware of any limitations you have.

Animal Shelter Volunteer Commitment

Too often, shelters receive interest from people who aren’t prepared to dedicate more than 1 or 2 visits at the most. If each volunteer needs training to handle the animals and understand standard procedures, the process is a waste of time when a trained volunteer quits after spending as little as 20 minutes playing with the animals. To be fair to the shelter, here are things to consider as you think about volunteering.

1. Time Commitment / Always ask up front what’s expected of you.

2. Training Requirements / You may be required to complete a training program or class before you can work at the shelter.

3. Tasks Involved / Ask which tasks are available and see which tasks you prefer to tackle.

4. Animal Types and Sizes / Check to see what types of animals are housed or taken in at the shelter before signing up.

5. Weather Conditions / A good amount of the work may be indoors, but you may also have to work in outdoor areas.

6. Accident and Injury Policy / You may be volunteering at your own risk. If this is a major concern for you, ask about it in advance.

7. Noise Level / Dog shelters can be ear splitting with nonstop barking at times.

8. Scared Animals / Accidents can and do happen, and sometimes a scratch or bite is just a scared animal’s way of trying to protect itself.

9. Allergies / Even if your duties restrict you to an office, being inside an animal shelter is a sure bet that you will come into contact with pet hair and dander. Graphic design, passing out handbills and volunteering at a fundraiser are other ways to get involved without the fur flying by your nose.

10. Shelter Expectations / If you haven’t been to your local shelter yet, stop by and ask for a tour. If your priority is helping a no-kill shelter, ask if they euthanize animals before you sign up.

11. Heartbreak / If you volunteer at a kill shelter, it can be heartbreaking to see animals you have come to know and love be taken for euthanasia. Even in a no-kill shelter it’s easy to get attached to the animals and miss them once they are adopted.

Volunteering can be a long-term commitment and may not always be easy or convenient, but if you can stick with it, volunteering with animals is one of the most rewarding experiences available.

Doggy Paws

Before humans die, they write their last will & testament, give their home and all they have to those they leave behind. If, with my paws, I could do the same, this is what I'd ask......

To a poor and lonely stray I'd give my happy home; my bowl and cozy bed; soft pillow and all my toys; the lap which I loved so much; the hand that stroked my fur; and the sweet voice that spoke my name. I'd will to the sad, scared shelter dog the place I had in my human's loving heart, of which there seemed no bounds.

So, when I die, please do not say, "I will never have a pet again, for the loss and pain is more than I can stand." Instead, go find an unloved dog, one whose life has held no joy or hope, and give my place to him. This is the only thing I can give.... The love I left behind. (CTTO)

Alexandria

A lovely lady who craves attention and petting. She would love to go home with you and lay on the sofa with you or watch the birds at the windows. She is approximately 8-9 years old, has had a dental, spayed, up to date on shots, FeLV/FIV negative; microchipped. She is special needs because she needs to eat Prescription food and she has to be an only cat. She hates other cats. She just loves human attention and will give her adopter many years of love and companionship.

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Even after 286 days of waiting, Celestial is still looking for a forever home! Celestial is silly, smart and a great listener. Staff says that it’s easy to fall in love with Celestial because she wants to be everyone’s best friend! She is the extrovert that everyone needs in their life and is a social butterfly that brightens your day. Will you be Celestial’s perfect match? Meet her today 2pm-7pm!

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Beautiful Miss Mitzy is our longest pup in foster! She is coming up on 10 months in her foster home. We cannot understand as this girl is the most wonderful pup!

Mitzy is a 3–4-year-old hound mix who loves her people more than anything! She currently lives with 2 kids and 2 male dogs. She loves the kids and does well with her foster brothers, but she can be very picky with other dogs. We think she would be best as an only dog. Mitzy is very low key and laid back. No cats. She loves belly rubs and has a wild wiggle butt when she plays. She also loves to curl up on the couch and just relax. She is a dream! She is fixed, microchipped, up to date on shots, house trained, and crate trained.Adoption fee- $400

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Lehigh Township Historical Society News

Submitted by Ruth Hall Kent

LTHS is having a very busy summer. We are open at the museum on the third Sunday of each month through October from 1 to 4 pm. Our next Open House will be held on Sunday July 21st. The St. Paul’s One-Room School will not be open again until September 15th when hopefully the weather will be cooler. Also come visit on August 6th during National Night Out at Indian Trail Park between 6 and 9 pm.

Our Gravestone Preservation Workshop is off to a great start with 15 people already having participated. We have 3 more workshops scheduled in the next couple months. Saturdays, July 27th and August 17th at 10 am at the Berlinsville Cemetery along Poplar Drive off Rt. 248. If you are unable to attend on a Saturday morning, another workshop will be held Sunday afternoon on September 8th from 3 to 5 pm. We will continue to work at the Berlinsville Cemetery as there are many stones in need of cleaning. Currently our workshops are focusing only on cleaning the gravestones, so if you want to learn the proper procedures for doing that, give us a call and sign up. Follow us on Facebook, check our website or

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give us a call to get on our list. Cost for the workshop is $15 to cover costs of cleaning supplies. More details are being added to our website. The sessions are being led by LTHS Director Lori Ronald who has been trained in cleaning headstones and has been doing it for 10 years. Our Facebook page has photos of some before and after of some of the stones we have cleaned in June, you can learn to do this for your ancestors resting places too!

If you are looking for something to do with your spare time and are interested in local history, please consider volunteering at LTHS. We have lots of tasks you might be able to help with. Ask about what you can do so please stop by for more information. We are open every Tuesday morning from 9 to noon except the second Tuesday of the month when we are there on a Monday afternoon from 3 to 6 pm. Check Facebook for last minute changes to that schedule.

You can contact us through our website at www. lehightownshiphistoricalsociety.org, Facebook Messenger or call the Centre at 610-440-0151 and leave a message.

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This is Zeke, and he is just a cool little dude. Zeke is an 11-year-old Jack Russel Terrier that weighs 20 lbs. Even though he’s a little older, he still has lots of energy and loves walks or short jogs. He’s great on a leash! While he has an independent streak, he is also very affectionate. He likes sitting on your lap and loves cuddles and kisses. Zeke is intelligent and curious. This curiosity can also get him in trouble, though. You see, Zeke is a runner, so he’ll need a home where he is always safely secured (fenced backyard, always leashed outside, no open doors, etc.). Zeke is already house-trained and can be trusted to be left alone, uncrated (one of the many benefits of an older dog). Zeke likes other small dogs but does not play nice with cats. He’d be fine in a home with kiddos. Overall, we think Zeke will make a great sidekick! Meet Zeke and all adoptable dogs on Saturdays from 12-3. Apply at lvpeaceablekingdom.info.

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Slatington Library News

submitted by Louise Bechtel

The Wonderful World of Wildlife summer reading program takes place on Wednesdays from 1:30pm to 2:30pm. Children from preschool age to 5th grade are invited to come learn about insects. The program will run through August 7th.

The Library is holding a reading incentive program for all children and students this summer. Read 10 books, write down the titles and you receive a raffle ticket. The more raffle tickets, the better your chance to win one of ten prizes at the end of the summer.

The Book Club is hosting local writer Anne Supsic for their August 5th meeting. She will be at the library at 1:00 discussing her book” The Bookmark”. All are invited. If you are interested in joining the book club, please contact the library.

The Genealogy Club is taking the summer off.

Watch for their first meeting in September.

The library provides many services to the community. For a fee, we provide copies and faxes. A free library card gets you access to books, e-books, magazines, e-magazines and audio books from 12 libraries as well as links to 12 online databases. There are also public access computers from which you can print for a fee.

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TOUCH OF DUTCH

Submitted by Larry Gradwohl

Em Bill sei Vendu

'S iss Venduwedder alleweil

So hot der Bill deseidt Er aedverteist sei Bauer-schtack "For Seel!" uff breed un weit.

Mitdem as er en Baedschler iss Un oftmols gans allee, Waar's loonsem uff der Bauerei, Des kann mer gut verschteh.

"En Baedschler sei, un bauere, Des iss ken Tschab fer mich," So hot er gsaat—"Es geht yuscht net, Mit niemand in der Kich."

Dann iss er noch der Druckerei

Un Vendu aedverteist.

Un glei waar unser Nochberschaft

Gaar wunnerbaar serbreist.

Fer uff seim Vendu-zeddel

Do waar alles zammenei –Hinkel-schtriggel, Wanse-fett, Oxe, Hund un Sei;

Siwwe Buschel Sauergraut

Un dreissich alde Gens, Alt genunk fer Schtimme, Un en Halbmeil Riggelfens.

Des hot die Leit gekitzelt, Awwer's waar hoch Anscht beim Bill. "Ya," saagt er, "wann ich Vendu mach Verkaaf ich, was ich will."

So weil er alles schunnscht verkaaft

Hot er datt ausgemacht

Sich selwer aa verkaafe, Yuscht fer sehne wie es schafft.

Dann uff seim Vendu-zeddel waar Gedruckt recht grosse un schwatz: ''FOR SEEL – en alder Baedschler, An der seeme Zeit un Blatz."

Un so en grossi Vendu

Hot ken Mensch devor erleebt; Wittweiwer waare datt vor Daag, Un siwwe dausend Meed.

Grosse Meed un gleene Meed, Lang un katz waar datt, Dick un dinn, un schwatz un weiss, Un alle anner Satt.

Dann endlich hot der Groier gsaat; "'S geht alles, as er hot; Nau duhn mer daer alt Baedschler uff, Wer gebt mer en Gebott?"

"Fimf Zent, fer's Schtaerde," saagt en Fraa (Sie hot en Mann im Graab). "Sex," greischt en annri, "sell's gewiss Dreck wolfel, wann ich's saag."

Der Bill hot net en Aag verzuckt; Dann greischt der Groier, "Mei …, Beguck der Baedschler mol, ihr Leit, Ihr biedt yo meh fer Sei."

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Noh hot en yungi Wittfraa datt

Em Bill sei Naas gezuckt; En annri, die iss hinnebei Un hot sei Woll geroppt; Un wie sie gsehne hen der Bill Hot's freindlich aagenumme, Sin die Gebott viel schtaryer Un meh hatzhafdich kumme.

Der Breis waar drei-un-dreissich Zent In ebbes wie en Schtund, Dann saagt der Groier: "'S iss en Schand, Ihr gebt meh fer en Hund."

Awwer in re Tschifi waar der Breis Gans nuff zu neinzich gschickt,

Touch of Dutch

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Un darrich's hoch Ekseidment hen Deel Meed die Gichdere grickt.

Sie waare all so engschderlich Fer daer alt Baedschler-mann, Un fer en Weil waar'n Reiat, schier So schlimm as Grieg im Gang; Die Haar geroppt un's Gfress vergratzt, Es Blut's wie Wasser geloffe; Dann not die Betz Fettkessel Nein-un-neinzich Zent gebodde.

"Gaan!'' greischt der Groier, "nemm en weck, Fer nein-un-neinzich Zent."

Un weil die annre gfochde hen, Do greischt die Betz: "Aamen!"

Sie hot der Breis in Kaesch bezaahlt, Un "Halleluyer!" gsunge; Der Bill gegraebt un bletzlich Uff em Buckel heemgenumme.

- Harvey M. Miller (Solly Hulsbuck ), 1871-1939

Bill’s auction

It is auction weather right now, So Bill decided, He would advertise his farm stock “For sale,” for far and wide. Since he was a bachelor And often totally by himself, He was lonesome on the farm; This one can understand well.

“To be a bachelor and farm, This is no job for me,”

So he said – “It just doesn’t go, With no one in the kitchen.”

Then he went to the print shop And advertised his auction. And soon our neighborhood was Quite wonderfully surprised.

For on his auction advertisement, Everything was listed there –‘Combs for chickens and bedbug-fat’ (Must have been an idiomatic expression.)

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Touch of Dutch

Oxen, dog and pigs; Seven bushels of sauerkraut

And 30 geese,

Old enough to vote (live 10 to 20 years), And a half mile of rail-fencing.

This tickled the people,

But it was great earnestness for Bill.

“Yes, he said, “when I create an auction, I will sell whatever I want .”

So while he sold everything else, He decided then and there

To sell himself,

Just to see how it would work out.

Then on his auction advertisement

Printed in large black letters:

“FOR SALE – An old bachelor, At the same time and place!”

And so such a large auction, No man experienced before; Widows were there before daylight, And seven thousand girls.

Large girls and small girls, Tall and short [girls] were there, Heavy and thin, and black and white, And all other types.

And finally the auctioneer said, “Everything goes that he has; Now we will put up the old bachelor, Who will give me a bid?”

”Five cents to start it,” said a woman (She had a husband in the grave.)

“Six,” screams another woman, That is surely Chep dirt, if I [must] say it.”

Bill didn’t twitch an eye; Then the auctioneer cried out, “My … , Look over the bachelor once, you people, You certainly bid more for pigs.”

Then a young widow that was there Twitched Bill’s nose; Another, she went behind him And plucked his ‘woll.’

And when they saw that Bill Took it in a friendly way.

The bids [came] a lot stronger And more vigorous.

The price (bid) was thirty-three cents

In something like an hour, Then the auctioneer said, “It’s a shame, You give more for a dog.” But in a jiffy the price was Send all the way up to ninety [cents], And through this enhanced excitement Some girls got ‘convulsions.’

They were all so anxious For this old bachelor-man, And for a while it was a riot, almost As bad as a war in action; Hair pulled out and faces scratched, The blood running like water; Then Betsy Fettkessel [Lard-can] Bid ninety-nine cents.

“Gone!” cried the auctioneer, “Take him away, For ninety-nine cents.” And while the other fought, There Betsy cried, “Amen!” She paid the price in cash, And sang, “Hallelujah,” Grabbed Bill and abruptly [Took] him home on [her] back.

Pressure Estimates

[Harvey M. Miller – pen name Solly Hulsbuck –

used a lot of English loan words in this poem. The source I found respelled these words using German vowel sounds to conform to the B/B spelling system. With a little patience, I’m sure you could decipher them.

This poem reflected his attempt at humor, but in others he showed a sentimental or serious side as in his selection on Thanksgiving (Betdaag) that I featured once.]

-Larry Gradwohl

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The Griffith & Fay (Anthony) Roberts family in 1960

The Roberts family lived in Berlinsville, from 1951 to 2007, until Griffith passed away. They lived in the beautiful stone house on Mountain View Road.

Griffith & Fay had five children: four girls and one boy. The oldest was Sandy Hamm who passed away on December 23, 2020 in Daytona Beach, FL. Connie Cuellar, Terry Oswald, Griffith Jr, and Rochelle Bellis (not born when photo was taken).

Griff & Fay met at Becky’s Drive-In at a picnic and started dating after that. They were married on March 31, 1951. Griff enlisted in the Navy and was a truck driver after his military time. He also loved to collect antiques. Fay worked in Lehigh Elementary School in the cafeteria.

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Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church, Berlinsville, PA. Confirmation Class of 1971. Rev. Harold Hess with confirmands, Front row, L to R - Debbie Potteiger, Brett Bird & Donna Potteiger. Back row, L to R -Larry Buchman, Bruce Redline, Roger Klotz & ? Evans. A special thank you to Barbara Diefenderfer, Leanne Wechsler & Brett Bird, for their help with identifying the confirmands.

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August 31 & Sept 1 - Two Big Nights— Labor Day weekend. Dusk Till Dawn Marathon 5 movies to be announced

Sept 6th - 14th Annual Cub Scout Campout

Sept 7th - 9th Annual Girl Scout Campout October 6th - 36th Annual Lehigh Township Benefit Festival & Car Show. Rain Date—Sunday October 13

Oct 12th - 12th Annual Trunk or Treat #1 Oct 19th - 12 Annual Trunk or Treat #2

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Friday, Saturday, Sunday: July 26, 27 & 28 July 28 8 AM to 2 PM (7/18)

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Little Moore Preschool is seeking extra help for the 24/25 school year. If interested call 610-837-3841. (7/18)

Part Time Treasurer for St. John’s United Church of Christ, 15 South Second St. Slatington. Responsibilities cash management, logging and handling all donations, accounts receivable/payable, payroll for 5 employees , monthly treasurer’s report on income/bill payment. Working with consistory on annual audit and budget. Working knowledge of MS Office, familiar with Church Windows a plus. Individual will be trained by current treasurer. Ability to work at home with some office time. Weekly hours average 5 hours or less per week. Salary $556.00 per month/$6672.00 annually Email resume to stjohnsunitedchurch@rcn.com or leave message with church office 610-767-5554 (7/18)

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6022 Mountain Rd., Germansville, PA 610-760-9009

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Carbon County Friends of Animals

77 W 13th St., Jim Thorpe, PA 570-325-9400

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203 Nazareth Dr., Nazareth, PA

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570-943-2624

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610-369-0055

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