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Antiques - 02 Autos/Trucks - 07 53 Vehicles 1948 & up, $1,000 to $5,000 or less. Too sick for hobby. 570-538-3464. 12/19

Wanted to Trade: 72 Ford Show Car for Ford Truck F15, 30.2 5 spd. Fewer than 90,000 mi, air. Anytime. Sunbury 570286-7849. ufn Auto/Truck Accesso-

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Chev. Cobolt and Pontiac GS, excellent condition. 570-3374619. ufn

Truck Caps for sale. 570-494-0444, call for details. ufn

For sale parts: 1997 Buick la Sabre, complete and ready to part out. Call 570-2049626. ufn

Campers, Motor Homes, & Rec. Vehicles - 11 1995 Chariot Park Model Camper, furnished, 34’x12’, w/loft, computer or

office room, sunken BR, tinted living room window, furnished 8’x34’ porch sunscreen, 10’x20’ carport, 10’x20’ new shed. Make offer. 570-9666220. ufn

Sporting Goods - 26 16’2 Mar Tree Stand, $125.00; Rem. 770 308 with scope, new $400.00; Rem 770 243 with scope, new $400.00; Winchester Model 94 with scope & sling, $525.00; Mossberg Model 46B 22, $300.00; Mossberg Model 144LSB, Ball Barrel, L.R. only, $375.00; oil tank, all accesories to install $150.00. 570-6486932. 12/12

Help Wanted - 28 Experienced Sales Person to handle our Montour & Columbia Co. area. Very good commission structure. Send resume to The Valley Trader, Sales Position, PO Box 392, Lewisburg, PA 17837

Sales Rep Wanted: Expanding sales force in Lycoming & Clinton Cos. Experience sales necessary. Must have car & valid Driver’s License. Territory & account list provided. Send

resume to: The Valley Trader, Sales Dept., PO Box 392, Lewisburg, PA 17837 or email to: thevalleytrader@yahoo. com

Help Wanted: Part time Graphic Designer position. 24-35 hrs. over 2 wks, but mostly on week 2. Must be able to work in a high speed environment. Be literally your own boss, but work easily with others. This may lead to a full-time position in the future. Send resume & portfolio to: The Valley Trader, PO Box 392, Lewisburg, Pa 17837 or email: the valleytrader@yahoo. com

Household - 30

Harmon Fireluxe Direct Vent Gas Stove, $700.00; 16’ Aluminum Trailer Tandem Axle with Tool Box with ramps, $4,500.00. 570-4410872. 12/19

Used Thermo-Pride Gas fired & Oil fired Furnace, down flow & direct vent. Model #OMC-70. Great for garage, single story dwellings, modular homes, good condition. $450.00 OBO. 570560-7364. 12/19

Teeter Inversion Table, new condition. $250.00 OBO. 570658-7111. 12/12

Sears Craftsman Wet/ Dry Vac, 5.25, 16 gal. works great, all accessories, $75. OBO. 570204-9626 Mt. Carmel.

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Miscellaneous - 35 Graco L.T.S. Magnum Electric Airless Point Sprayer, used 3 jobs, like new. Asking $395.00. 386-983-0104. 12/19

Pair of Behringer powered PA Speakers, mint condition, $295/ pair. 717-379-8010 or 717-756-2809. 12/12

Two brand new Fender Champion “20” Solid State Guitar Amplifiers, $200.00 each. 717-3798010 or 717-756-2809.

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Nady Wireless Guitar System, $40.00. 717379-8010 or 717-7562809. 12/12

Fog Machine with 1/2 Gallon of Fog Solu-

tion with remote control, excellent condition, $35.00. 717-379-8010 or 717-756-2809. 12/12

Crate 65 Solid State Guitar Amplifier with channel switching pedal, excellent condition, $95.00. Also other items. 717-379-8010 or 717756-2809. 12/12

7 Martial Arts Training Manuels including Bruce Lee, $40.00; 38 DVD Action Movies & 50 Old School TV Shows. Kojak, Miami Vice etc; Sony Mini DiscPlayer Recorder with extras $100.00; New Medical Equipment. BP Cuff-pulse-0x Sensor infrared non-contact Thermometer, Heating Pad plus extras $50.00; Beatles Photo Book $30.00. 717-379-8010. 12/12

Selling nice musical equipment. Reasonable. Call Steve 717-379-8010, Gratz. 12/19

Motorcycles - 37 Wanted - 50

Wanted: Used Air Conditioner, in good working order. 570-974-1411. 1/9 Announcements - 51

Congressman Glenn Thompson will be the special guest speaker at the next meeting of the Susquehanna Valley Conservatives on Tuesday, December 20, at 7 pm in the Conference room of the Best Western Hotel on Rt. l5 in Lewisburg.

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and when the new Congress begins in January. A question and answer time will follow his presentation. Congressman Thompson is currently the ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee and will be the likely Chairman of that Committee when the Republicans take over in January. A non-perishable food collection will take place at the meeting. Attendees are encouraged to bring items for distribution through a local community ministry. For more information about the Susquehanna Valley Conservatives or about the Dec. 20 meeting, please go to the webite: susquehannavalleyconservatives. orgtives.org or call 570-452-5000.

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Congressman Thompson has served in Congress since 2009 and will represent the redrawn 15th District of Pennsylvania in the next Congress. The 15th District includes 18 counties including Union, Snyder, and Northumberland. The meeting is free and open to the public. The Congressman

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Association offers these five tips: 1. Get your COVID-19 and flu shots: The single best way to stay healthy and protect others is to be up to date on your recommended COVID-19 vaccinations and make sure all of your loved ones – from those aged 6 months to 100+ years – are also up to date on theirs. This includes the new COVID-19 booster shot, which is expected to provide protection against the most recent variants and subvariants. It’s also time for your annual flu shot. Staying current with all your vaccinations is key to

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protecting your health.

2. Keep your medications and mask with you: If you are traveling, make sure to keep your regular medications and a mask with you (not in your checked luggage). It is good to have a mask on hand if you are with someone who is immunocompromised and prefers you to wear one.

3. Consider testing: Before large gatherings, consider doing an at-home COVID-19 test as an added layer of confidence that you are healthy. The average cost of a two-pack self-test at the drugstore is $25 and is covered by most insurance policies.

4. Wash your hands often: Scrub with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If you’re unable to wash your hands, using hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol is a good alternative. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, as it allows the germs on your hands to reach moist, porous surface tissue where the germs can enter your body and

cause infection.

5. Stay home if you’re sick: Stay home when you are feeling ill. If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or flu, you should test immediately and contact your healthcare provider if you are at high risk

for severe illness to discuss possible treatment options.

With COVID-19, the flu and other seasonal illnesses spreading nationwide, take steps to protect yourself and those you love to make this a happy and healthy holiday season for all.

For more information, visit Lung.org/ Viruses.

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‘Tis the Season to Save on Holiday Essentials

(Statepoint) This holiday season, stretch your budget when shopping for gifts, including toys and stocking stuffers, as well as last-minute needs, meal prep and more!

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Spend more time creating memories and less time preparing with a few tips from experts at Dollar General.

Joyful Gifts

One of the best parts of the holidays may be seeing the excited

reaction of someone opening a gift, especially children. Save on some of America’s most popular name brand toys at Dollar General, which recently announced an enhanced 2022 toy selection from popular brands such as Melissa & Doug, LEGO, Fisher-Price, VTech, PlayDoh, Barbie, Pokémon, L.O.L. Surprise!, ZURU 5

Surprise and more. Most toys are priced at $10 or less. Another option for the person who has everything is a gift card. Available at neighborhood stores, gift cards provide the recipient with various ways to enjoy your thoughtfulness!

Dashing Decor

To transform the home, consider choosing one holiday color palette to stay consistent in each room. Color options may include gold and silver, various shades of green, red and green or blue and silver. Next, shop for

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decorations in your preferred palette and sprinkle throughout the home. Ornaments, bows, ribbons and stockings aren’t just for the tree and fireplace. Add accents to the kitchen table, front porch, living room surfaces and everywhere else for more holiday spirit throughout the home.

Festive Food

The holidays are often synonymous with family meals, get togethers with friends and coworkers and seasonal dishes. For all household essentials, such as canned foods, milk, bread, eggs, baking items and more, consider shopping at a discount retailer to save in one convenient shopping

trip. Additionally, consider using healthier variations of the season’s comforting and tasty dishes with DG Better For You recipes found at dollargeneral. com. Created by a registered dietician and nutritionist, these recipes include options like risotto and hamburger soup and all use ingredients available at every Dollar General store.

The holidays are a busy time for everyone, but keep your sights on the essentials! Simplify shopping by creating a signature theme for your home décor, finding deals on gifts for everyone on your list, and serving something easy and delicious for the whole crew. Plan ahead this year and enjoy the

extra time you’ll have celebrating the season with friends and family!

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You must renew your ad every 2 issues for it to run in the next issue. And it MUST be written. Ads are not taken by phone. Please note that no ads for alternative lifestyles will be placed anymore. Ads will be placed according to publisher’s discretion.

Must be 18 or over to use this column.

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If you send us an ad to run in this section, you must include your real name and address or we will not be able to print your ad. No one ever knows who you are except for the person who handles the replies in my office. Thank you for understanding in this simple matter.

Did you meet someone or go further with your relationship? We want to know. Send us your testimonial.

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Fall 1991 and January 1992 Testimonials: My cousin and his new wife (both in their early 40’s) were visiting my mom, my sister, and I. My sister asks, “So, how did you meet?” They kind of giggled and asked each other, “Should we tell them?” They said they met through the LBYL column. My sister and I decided we would try our fare at meeting “Mr. Right”. (BTW, my cousin and his wife are still married and hopelessly in love.) My sister didn’t have much luck, but in January 1992, I saw this ad that kept drawing my attention. As described, he really wasn’t what I was looking for, but... We met later that month for the first time; got engaged in 1993 and married in 1994. We will celebrate our 25th anniversary this October and we have a

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23-year-old daughter who lives out of state. Thank you, LBYL! Mr. & Mrs. J.N.

4/4/17 Testimonial: I placed an ad 1/2/94 and met the love of my life. He has 3 boys and I have 3 girls. We were married 8/26/95 and now we’re the Brady Bunch. Thanks for helping us find each other. KP/DP

I will always be grateful to your paper Valley Trader. My husband DH wrote to me and we have been happily married almost 12 wonderful years. We’ve been through many trials and joys and so glad we found each other. K.W/ K.H.

“Thanks Again Valley Trader, Friends! Years ago I put an ad in your paper and we were married almost 20 years & then our lord called him home.” -HR

“My brother met his wife Bonnie through your column. They have a son named Jake! He’s our pride and joy!” –CW

L.B.Y.L. Readers: It would help a lot if you put your town location in your ad. Distance is important when replying to an ad. Thanks. – The

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PLEASE RESPOND

– We have had several people who have responded to personals in our column, and received no response in return. We would like to request that you send at least a post card to each and every response you receive, just out of courtesy to those taking the time to write you. Also, don’t forget to include either a phone number or address in your letter when responding to an ad.

IN ORDER TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN IC RESIDENTS AND OTHER RESIDENTS WE HAVE DECIDED TO PUT EACH IN THEIR OWN SECTION. Tired of not meeting that special someone at work, at the bar, or wherever you have been looking?

Look no further than Look Before You Leap men and woman our other supporting single services. We want to help you! What do you have to lose? Just your loneliness. So do it. Send in your ad or send in a response. See directions at beginning of section on how to be a part of the Look Before You Leap.

Regular: Looking for my Teddy Bear, I’ll be your kitten. This John 3:16 Christian Wt. Lady (70) has many interests: writing, art, nature, nutrition & cooking. Let me make your favorite meal! I’ll respect you and hopefully make you smile. Nonsmoker please. Kindness a must. Phone friend OK for now. Disabilities OK as well. KO26897 4/5/23

IC’s: SWtFIC, sweet, sexy, fun, easygoing, patient, open minded, tender, loving, affectionate, honest, loyal. Enjoy the outdoors. Will bring you pleasure & happiness. Looking for long term relationship. HS26931IC SFIC, likes cooking & traveling. Looking for a penpal/companion. If something more comes from it, great! Willing to relocate. BS26932IC SWtFIC, very outgoing, kind & independent. Love the outdoors, very loyal, & honest. Looking for kind man to keep me company. PM26933IC SFIC, 31, ambitious, driven, humorous, outgoing. Seeking male or female companion & desiring to expand my horizons. Can you lead the way? RD26934IC SWtFIC, 47, Indian/ Irish/German, willing to relocate. Looking for a friend/companion. TS26935IC

FIC Wanted: potential mates for myself, an amorous woman. Must be industrious, gentle, love to travel, make music, dine & love dogs, big trucks & farmers. KE26936IC SWtFIC, looking for

people to correspond with. I’m 45 & this is my first time incarcerated & losing my mind from boredom. SM26937IC SFIC, Moroccan, 35. Seeking friends to correspond with. I look forward getting to know you. NF26938IC

FIC seeking penpals, friends, potential mates for fun loving woman. Love horses & fast cars. Athletic, brunette, great smile, talented & attentive. Seek same & funny. KE26939IC SFIC, 36, looking for penpal, possibly relationship, lonely. DM26940IC

Wanted penpals for soon to be releeased woman looking for funny, potential friendship & more. Need TLC, attention support, humor from local people who care. KE26941IC FIC, 28, A bad girl looking for a man that can handle & tame me. Freak in the sheets but lady in the streets. Lonely, looking for someone’s full attention. Have expensive taste & like to be taken care of. I want to take care of you back. I am unique, one of a kind with a juicy booty. You will never be bored with me. CF26942IC FIC, smart, funny, sassy, Italian Princess, long black hair, big hazel eyes. Looking for that special someone to complete me to talk & laugh with. JB26943IC

SWtFIC, 58, brown hair, blue eyes, 124 lbs. I like the outdoors, biking, swimming, parks, etc. I love to have fun. Have a sense of humor. PJ26944IC

FIC, Soon to be Released. Would like to meet someone who enjoys the finer things, 5 star dining, trips all over the world. Must be serious. TM26945IC SWtFIC, looking for a gentleman too share my time with. I’m kind, compassionate & independent. Very caring. Love the outdoors &

cuddling. PM26946IC

FIC, Sexy, Italian, long dark hair, big hazel eyes, funny, smart, loves to talk. Looking for that someone to laugh with & have fun. JB26948IC

SWtFIC, seeking long term relationship. Fun, loving, affectionate, sexy, loyal, open-minded, patient, educated, responsible, relocatible. I will bring love, pleasure, & happiness into your life. HS26949IC

FIC, 35, looking for pen pals to correspond with. I’m a non violent offender & just looking to pass my time here. NF26950IC FIC, 46, just looking for pen pals. First incarceration, not violent or drug related. An interesting story actually. “Robin Hood” offense. SM26951IC

SWtFIC, 48, looking for a fresh start. Willing to relocate. TS26952IC

SWtFIC, looking for companionship. Just turned 50 & am in prison for life. Look forward to communicating with someone. KB26953IC

FIC, blonde, blue eyes, 5’6”-135. Like to swim & hike. Love the outdoors, camping. I’m very loyal, honest, & hard working. TP26954IC

SWtFIC, lonely, 58, looking for a companion, maybe more. I am willing to relocate for the right person. Please respond as I am looking forward to meeting somebody.

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SWtFIC, 48, blue eyes, brown hair, 5’3”, 140 lbs., looking for a fresh start with someone that I can build with whether that be friendship or companion. Don’t be afraid to pick up the pen & write because I’ll be waiting. TS26956IC

SWtFIC, sexy, sweetheart, fun, loving, affectionate, patient, kind hearted, open minded, loyal. Seeking long term relationship. I’ll bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart.

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FIC, Italian princess looking for her prince. Sexy, smart loves to laugh, love to have fun in many ways. Don’t be afraid. I won’t bite.

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FIC, 40, long dark black/brown hair, eyes dark brown, 130 lbs. Mixed with Mexican & Irish & a few other races. Have 3 kids & a li’l dog. I love nature walks, camping, & being on or by the water. I’ve been locked up for 2 years. Looking for support, friendship, & a charming smile. Can’t wait to hear back. RH26959IC

SWtFIC, 48, looking for a fresh start & to find someone that I can laugh with, talk to, become friends with & possibly more. I’ll be waiting to hear from you.

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WE DO NOT RUN ANY IC-LBYL ADS WITHOUT YOUR IDENTIFYING NUMBER. THESE MAILINGS ARE RETURNED BACK TO US, NON DELIVERABLE. ALSO YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR MAIL FROM LBYL. Inmates, seems you may need to be on some kind of mailing list at the prison. Inquire at your place.

The Valley Trader would like to thank everyone who places an ad in this column and also the people who respond. The number of responses we have been receiving has been GREAT!!! If you meet that “special person” from communicating through our column, let us know. Did you marry? Are you dating? We would like to know! Write us a short note we can print. Of course, we’ll only print it with your initials.

ATTENTION: We have no control over where our Look Before You Leap ads arrive from, and being a free press, we will place them in our column.

4 Unique Holiday Gifts The Recipient Will Thank You For

(State Point) The holiday shopping season is here. What do you give a loved one to show them just how much you care? It’s time to think outside the box. Here are four presents you can give to special young people in your life now that they may not appreciate in the moment but will thank you for later.

1. Savings bonds. This is the gift that keeps adding in value. Savings bonds can be purchased for as little as $25 and their value grows over time with interest and as the bond matures. Considered one of the most reliable ways to grow wealth over time, you’ll be guaranteeing recipients are able to help fund the important things they want later in life, such as that new car, their college education, first house, wedding or honeymoon.

2. Life insurance. This is probably the last thing on a young person’s list of wishes but buying a life insurance policy now when they’re young and healthy will ensure coverage later in life when they may not be insurable. Having a life insurance policy through Erie Insurance with a Guaranteed Insurability Option rider (GIO) can bring peace of mind that kids, or grandkids, are covered should they develop a life threatening condition. A policy is an affordable way to protect loved ones and help them pay off debts, living expenses and even medical bills. To learn more about life insurance, contact your agent or visit erieinsurance.com/lifeinsurance.

3. 529 plan. Anyone who wants to save for a child’s education can open or gift money to an existing 529 plan account. The best part is the contributions grow tax free and can be used for K-12 tuition, college expenses and even student loan repayments.

4. T-shirt quilt. For more of a sentimental gift, gather all your kids’ old sports or other event t-shirts and turn them into a quilt. They may not love it today as much as they would the hottest gadget, but they’ll treasure the memories as time goes on.

“As you look for that perfect gift, don’t overlook presents that have long-term benefits,” said Louis Colaizzo, senior vice president and division officer of Erie Family Life, Erie Insurance. “Life insurance, along with savings bonds and 529 plans, can put your kids on the path to financial security.”

Avoid the holiday crowds at the stores this year and channel your money into a gift your loved ones will truly appreciate for years to come.

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(Statepoint) Holiday shopping season is in full swing and making sure everyone gets the best tech gifts while you snag the best deals is likely top of mind for you.

Nearly 80% of Americans plan on gifting techrelated products and services this year – with the top gifts being headphones and earbuds, smartphones, streaming and downloading services and gaming consoles, according to this year’s Consumer Technology Association report.

The good news? You don’t need to break your budget in order to make your loved ones’ season bright. Here are some affordable tech gift ideas to please everyone on your shopping list.

For Affordable 5G Smartphones: If your loved one has a 5G smartphone on their holiday wish list, you are in luck! T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile offer the latest affordable devices. T-Mobile’s REVVL 6 PRO 5G is developed in collaboration with Google, making 5G more accessible to everyone at a time when saving is a priority for Americans. Priced at $219.99, it’s free when T-Mobile customers add a line. Another affordable option is the OnePlus Nord

N300 5G, retailing for $228. For a limited time, T-Mobile customers can get the Nord N300 5G for free when adding a line and Metro by T-Mobile customers can get it for free when switching. These are worthwhile gifts to consider this particular holiday season because right now, for a limited time, T-Mobile is bringing back a deal that hasn’t been available in more than two years -- four lines for $25 per line per month with autopay for unlimited talk, text and data, which also includes 5G access.

For the Travel Enthusiast: New tools are making it easier than ever for globetrotters to stay connected while on the go. T-Mobile’s industry-leading travel benefits, which include high speed data and unlimited texting in 215+ countries and destinations around the world, now get a travel companion just in time for the holidays. T-Mobile collaborated with Samsara luggage to create the Uncarrier On, a limitededition magenta smart suitcase. It’s the only carry-on suitcase with wireless charging and includes a removeable battery pack with USB-C charging to take the hassle out of hunting for a power outlet at the airport. The smart suitcase also features built-in Bluetooth luggage tracking to locate your belongings no matter where you are. The Uncarrier On suitcase is available for preorder exclusively online at travelmagenta.com.

For Children: The SyncUP KIDS Watch can help curious kids explore and navigate their daily adventures with confidence while giving parents peace of mind. The latest SyncUP KIDS Watch features talk and text

with approved contacts, real-time location tracking with virtual boundary alerts and a help and 911 button for emergencies. For a limited time, the SyncUP Watch is free for existing T-Mobile customers when they add a line to their existing account.

Stocking Stuffers Under $50: Portable Bluetooth speakers, headphones, portable charging banks and phone cases and accessories make for the perfect stocking stuffers. Check off everyone on your list with the following accessories, all priced under $50.

• JLab JBuddies Pro Kids Headphones for only $34.99

• mophie Snap Plus Juice Pack portable charger for $49.99

• JBL GO 3 Bluetooth Speaker for $49.99

• GoTo Phone Cases and accessories starting at $19.99

For more tech gift ideas and deals visit t-mobile.com/devices/tech-gifts.

When it comes to the tech gifts on your holiday shopping list, don’t stress. Deals abound this time of year which can make shopping easy and affordable.

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