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can pay up to $700 a month. Williamsport only. 570-974-1120. ufn

Buick la Sabre, complete and ready to part out. Call 570-204-

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Antique large Met al Trunk, $75; An tique Marble Top Side Table, $150. Call or text 570-452-7888. 6/5 Apartment for Rent -

Man looking for a 1 bedroom apartment. Has a friendly medium size dog. Age 67 on disability so

Autos/Trucks - 07

1992 Chrysler Lebaron Convertible, V6, auto, air, 89,000 original miles, 2nd owner, front wheel drive, white with red interior, new power top, very well maintained, excellent condition, good on gas. Asking $3,900 or best offer. 570-742-4685 or 570-428-2882. 5/29 53 Old Vehicles plus parts, $1,000 - $5,000 or less. Too sick for hobby. 570-538-3464. 6/26

Auto/Truck Accessories - 10

For sale parts: 1997

Campers, Motor Homes, & Rec.

Vehicles - 11

1995 Chariot Park

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

Trader, PO Box 392, Lewisburg, Pa 17837 or email: the valleytrader@yahoo.com

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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. 570-966-6220. ufn

Lawn & Garden - 23

Lawn Mower, Toro Recycler, Personal Pace, Rear Wheel Drive, 22” cut, Mulch Bag, side discharge, like new condition, $250.00. 570-742-9259. 6/5

Gas-powered AWD 22” Husgvarna with bag and attachments in Selinsgrove. Leave message 484629-5932 #100. 6/5

Yard Sales - 25

Guns, Etc. - 26

Help Wanted - 28

Sales Rep Wanted: Expanding sales force in Lycoming & Clinton Cos. Sales experience 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

Household Furniture - 30 Oak Dining Table & 4 chairs, light blonde color, good condition, any reasonable offer accepted. 570-495-3549. 5/22

Miscellaneous - 35

768 Feet 2x6 Tongue & Groove Decking or Flooring. 570-360-0077. 6/26

Huffy Ladies Bike, pink, white, wire basket, bell, cup holder, rear rack, needs to be rode. Bob 570-925-2136. 5/29

FYE Fly Box, Hollidaysburg Penna, Three Compartments includes over 100 Vintage Flies, serious inquirys only. $500.00.

570-898-7600. 6/5

Cargo Carrier, 48” x 20” tray, 300 lb. capacity, 1 1/4” hitch, $75.00. 570-560-0716. 5/29

15 Foot Air Jet Metal Chimney thru Roof Kit. 570-360-0077. 6/5

18 Ft. Bass Boat & Trailer. All done over. Make reasonable offer. Call for details 570-995-5990 or 570-337-2727. 5/29

Motorcycles - 39

Pets - 40

AKC Poodle Pups, ass. colors, 1st shot, wormed, Standards & MOYEN sizes. 2 are Merle. $950 - $1,200. 570-205-6442. 6/26

WANTED - 50

Man looking for women, 60 years plus for church and Nationa; parl travel. Wrire me to PO Box 175, Numidia, PA 17858. Travel 2-3 weeks out west, Single guy lost wife in 2021. Have own house. 6/5

Looking for small Upright Piano. 570-713-8109. 8/14

Tall, attractive home owner Seeks single lady, 60-70, for companion with drivers license. 570-538-3464. 6/26

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PRESS RELEASE FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS/ RELIGIOUS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Ray Holland, 717-362-8221

Effective Sunday, June 11, 2023, Salem United Church of Christ will change its worship time. For your listings, please indicate:

Sunday Woship, 10:30am All other information remains the same. The 33rd Annual Billt own Blues Festival will be held in Hughesville at the Lycoming County Fairgrounds, Friday, June 9 and Saturday, June 10. The award planners are pleased to announce awarded talent will arrive from across the country excited to come to Lycoming County and play for area music fans. 6/5

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Dear Susquehanna Valley Business Leader: You are cordially invited to an extraordinary event when the Susquehanna Valley Community College Business Plan will be discussed among participating Susquehanna Valley business leaders. Please join us on Friday, June 16, 2023, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a complimentary lunch to participate in this important discussion. The location is Silver Moon Banquet Hall on route 15 in Lewisburg with catering by Feast of Flavor.

Bob Zimmerman of Zimmerman Motors, a five generation business enterprise will MC this event. Key speakers include: Dr. Frank Maffei, Chair of Pediatrics at Geisinger; Thom Rippon, owner of McDonald’s Restaurants; Roger Haddon, owner of Sunbury Media Partners; Dr. Chris Gray, President of Erie

County Community College; and Brent Davis, Erie County Executive. John Shipman, wealth building business leader for 50 years, and Meghan Beck, entrepreneur business leader and candidate for Northumberland county commissioner, will also speak at this event.

You will hear your fellow local business leaders advocating for a dedicated locally governed, independent community college offering a wide scope of programming like the one recently established in Erie County. Our own Susquehanna Valley Community College will assist business leaders in achieving their goals by conducting workforce training programs which will prepare students for employment through 2-year associate degrees, applied associate degrees, and certificate programs in areas of need specific to our employers. These programs will align learners with local employment opportunities which will provide familysustaining wages, such as in the trades, for which access is extremely limited in our region. We are seeking your insights on your employment needs and are eager to partner with you and your business to create our own regional public anchor community college. This input on the proposed 16th Pennsylvania Community College is critical to keeping our families local and building our tax base. With your help we can make this both a reality and a success.

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PRESS RELEASE FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS/RELIGIOUS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Pastor Ray Holland, 570-682-9828

Free Pig Roast and Concert in Millersburg. As a service to the community, on Sunday, June 25, beginning at 5pm, the Northern Cluster of UCC Churches will host a free pig-roast and concert at MYO Park, Pavilion #1, in Millersburg. Brothers in Grace, a Southern Gospel quartet from the Hershey area, will provide the music. Bring a covered-dish to share, and a lawn chair. A free-will offering will be received. All are welcome – come join us for great food, music, and fellowship!

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7 Vegetables to Grow Easily in Your Home Garden

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4. Squash - Like cucumbers, summer squash is planted on small mounds at the edges of a garden so their vines can be contained. Most varieties, such as yellow squash and zucchini, are quite prolific and just a few plants can feed a large family all summer long.

5. Tomatoes - Purchase plants that grow best in your area of the country from your local garden center. All plants should be staked or enclosed in tomato cages because successful plants produce an abundance of large, heavy fruit throughout the summer months.

(Family Features) Growing fresh, healthy vegetables at home may not be as hard as it sounds. Novice gardeners just need good dirt, easy plants to grow, lots of sunshine and the right amount of water.

Once you’ve prepared your garden plot, select one or all of these vegetables,

which are among the easiest to grow:

1. Lettuce - Plant lettuce seeds directly into the garden or a pot then repeat every two weeks. It can be cut a few weeks after planting. Some harvest lettuce by pulling it up - roots and all - but cutting a little off the top every few days can keep it growing until summer’s heat turns it too bitter.

2. Spinach - This vitamin-packed green is planted and harvested just like lettuce.

3. Cucumbers - Make several mounds of dirt near the edge of your garden and place 2-3 plants around the center of each. Cucumbers are notorious for growing vines that overtake other plants, so be vigilant about keeping them

6. Bell Peppers - Bell peppers are easiest to grow from plants. Space them about 1 foot apart then watch them take off with little care required. The only real trick to growing bell peppers is knowing when to harvest. If you’re growing red, orange or yellow varieties, they’ll start out green then turn color as soon as they ripen.

7. Carrots - Dig a long, shallow trench in soil that is free of rock. Sprinkle the seeds along the row, cover lightly with topsoil and wait for the top of the carrot to pop through the soil. Once a bit of orange appears, pull and enjoy.

Find more tips for growing a bountiful garden at eLivingtoday.com.

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Attract Backyard Birds with the Right Seeds

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(Family Features) While almost all bird seed may look pretty much the same to you, it doesn’t to the birds you’re feeding. Knowing what kinds of seeds different birds like can help you attract a variety of fine feathered friends to your feeders.

Consider these popular seed types and the common backyard birds they attract:

Sunflower - Black sunflower seeds attract blue jays, goldfinches, woodpeckers, purple finches, chickadees, titmice and nuthatches. Striped sunflower seeds appeal to chickadees, doves, grosbeaks, northern cardinals, nuthatches, titmice and woodpeckers. Sunflower hearts (also known as “hulled sunflower” and “sunflower chips”) attract chickadees, common redpolls, juncos, doves, finches, goldfinches, grosbeaks, nuthatches, pine siskins, titmice and woodpeckers.

Nyjer - These lightweight, tiny seeds are a favorite of goldfinches. Put nyjer seeds in a hanging feeder with tiny holes so the small seeds won’t get blown away. Nyjer also attracts redpolls, juncos, doves, indigo bunting and pine siskin.

Safflower - These white seeds are slightly smaller than black sunflower seeds. Because they are bitter, grackles, blue jays, starlings - and squirrelsdon’t like them. However, they do attract doves, purple finches, chickadees, titmice and downy woodpeckers.

White millet - Good for scattering on the ground, white millet attracts ground feeders such as juncos, sparrows, indigo buntings, towhees and mourning doves.

Cracked corn - Popular with ground feeders, cracked corn appeals to doves, crows, jays, sparrows, juncos and towhees. Avoid getting finely cracked corn as it’s vulnerable to rot and can quickly turn to mush.

When choosing a bird seed mix, pay attention to the ingredients list on the package. Bird seed is required by law to list ingredients in order of content. Some cheaper mixes have filler seeds such as wheat, red milo, red millet or “assorted grain products.” Most backyard birds won’t eat those, and your seed mix could end up wasted on the ground.

Learn more about making your

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Community Arts Center awarded $2,000 from Jersey Shore State Bank

June 1, 2023, Williamsport, PA –The Community Arts Center received a $2,000 donation from Jersey Shore State Bank as part of the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program. The funds will be used to support the approved programming at the CAC.

“We are proud to support the Community Arts Center’s continued commitment to educational programming in the arts and the opportunities afforded to the youth in our community because of it,” said Garrett Sanner, Regional President, JSSB. “Jersey Shore State Bank recognizes the storied

history of the CAC in our area and will continue to do our part to widen its reach in our local communities.”

The Community Arts Center is an approved Educational Improvement Organization by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. The EITC program provides tax credits to eligible companies that do business in the state when they contribute to scholarship organizations, educational improvement organizations and/or pre-kindergarten scholarship organizations.

“EITC funds play a critical role in many of our community outreach initiatives, including our ongoing Educational Series performances, our annual holiday staging of The Nutcracker, and Summer Stock opportunities for local high school students,” said Jim Dougherty, Executive Director of the CAC. “We’re incredibly grateful for Jersey Shore State Bank’s generosity, which will allow us to bring the spectacle of live theatre to so many children and community members throughout Central

Pennsylvania.”

Funding for the educational programming is derived from various sources, including EITC Funds, donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants.

“This donation helps us introduce and engage youth and young adults in the various programs available at the Arts Center. I’m very appreciative of this support,” said Ana Gonzalez-White, College Relations Officer in charge of CAC Development.

For more information about giving opportunities at the CAC, contact Gonzalez-White at 570-327-7657 or email awhite@caclive.com.

The CAC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pennsylvania College of Technology, a national leader in applied technology education. For more information on the college, visit www.pct.edu.

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Pictured from left to right: Garrett Sanner, Regional President, Jersey Shore State Bank; Jim Dougherty, Executive Director, Community Arts Center; Ana GonzalezWhite, College Relations Officer, Community Arts Center. Back Row : Dawn Remsnyder, Commercial Lender, Natasha Mantle, Williamsport Branch Manager.

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• PFAS: According to Environmental Working Group scientists, the presence of Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in American drinking water is much wider spread than previously thought. Contamination of drinking water or ground water has been detected at almost 1,400 sites in 49 states. This large class of chemicals

-- which includes perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) -is added to a range of products and packaging. They are

collectively referred to as “forever chemicals” because they don’t break down easily and can last thousands of

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Top Tips for a More Organized Kitchen

(StatePoint) Better organization in the kitchen means spending less time searching for the right ingredient or tool so you can have more time for savoring meals with family and friends, and more time for personal pursuits.

Whether you’re throwing together weekday lunches for the kids or hosting an elegant dinner party, here are some tips to keep your kitchen -- and meal prep -- organized.

Declutter

Do you feel like you’re constantly battling clutter? Not only can clutter make you feel less comfortable, it can impact your efficiency. Take some time to sort through those areas of your kitchen that tend to collect unused food products, such as the pantry, the refrigerator door and the back of the fridge. You’ll be surprised how long certain items have been sitting there. Toss anything that has expired, and donate anything unopened and in good condition that you can’t or won’t use to a food pantry. Transferring items such as grains, sugar and flour to labeled containers of the same size makes for more uniform storage that can help you maximize shelving. You might also consider alphabetizing spices so they

are easier to find and grab when you need them.

Upgrade Your Fridge

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Trading in your refrigerator for a newer model can be a game changer, and not just because modern appliances tend to be more energy efficient. Today’s refrigerators can also be a world apart in functionality and organization, offering you more storage space, greater control and even the ability to multitask.

For example, a sleek French door refrigerator from Midea, the MRQ22D7AST, boasts a drawer with its own temperature control that can be adjusted via a smartphone app, so you can stay on top of meal planning while on the go, and ensure foods are stored at their ideal temperatures. For example, if you know you’re coming home from the supermarket with meat or seafood, you can turn the temperature down to 30 degrees. Or, if you want to uncork a perfectly chilled bottle of wine that evening, you can turn the temperature up to 41 degrees. This particular fridge also features three cooling zones with multiple evaporators that manage humidity and air transition between the fridge and freezer, keeping food fresher longer and ice odor-free. Plus, a unique glide-out tray, provides easy storage and access to party platters, cakes and other large items, making hosting a breeze. Additional features like a deli

net, retractable shelf and dual icemaker represent some of the best of what you can expect of today’s refrigerators.

Improve Go-To Tools

Coordinated, efficient meal prep relies on your go-to tools being in good working order. To that end, a knife sharpener can make a useful addition to your kitchen, whether you opt for a simple sharpening stone or an electric model with different settings. If you’re low on counter space or would prefer having this task handled professionally, check your local hardware store. Many provide this service at an affordable cost. Other small items, such as can openers, zesters and peelers, are all prone to rust, which can make them difficult to wield over time. Likewise, plastic spatulas can become cracked and damage with use and wooden spoons can become splintered. Assess these items and replace them as needed with new tools that offer a better grip and smoother operation.

With a few small tweaks and updates, your kitchen and all the items within it big and small, can make your life easier, more organized and more convenient.

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WHEN REPLYING TO A LBYL AD BE SURE TO MAKE ALL CHECKS OUT TO THE VALLEY TRADER. EACH REPLY IS $4.00.

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 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 Valley Trader

PLEASE RESPOND

We have had several people who have responded to personals in our column, and received no response

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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.

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55, 5’7”-6’2”, 110 -120 lbs., 36C-22-34, long straight waist length, coal black hair, blue eyes, beautiful smile, honest, loyal, trustworthy to her man. Tired of living alone, being alone. I want someone to come home to after a hard night at work. RM26993 5/29

IC’s: SWtFIC, 56 yrs. young. Looking for a penpal or more. I have 2 yrs. left & would really love to get to know someone to hang out with. I love to fish, hunt, camping, travel & just down right all around gal. BS26986IC

FIC, sexy, Italian princess, long hair, big breasts, curves in all the right places. Love to laugh & try new things. Willing to relocate.

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FIC, 29, looking for a penpal/companion, maybe more. I love to cook, go camping, vacation & most of all cuddle. CK26988IC

WtFIC, 29, strawberry blonde & blue eyes. Love to cook, clean, go swimming, camping, fishing, ride motorcycles, cut wood, paint, sand, dry wall. I would love a companion to talk to.

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FIC, would you like a friend, partner or companion? Someone to share conversation with & have in your life. If so, please contact me.

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KE26999IC SWtFIC, 58, fun, witty, down to earth, outgoing. Seeks older gentleman for friend or romance. Must be truthful, loyal, kind

& nonjudgemental.

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FIC, adventuresome female willing to try anything once, just convince me to like it and I’m hooked. Looking to take new adventures with you, try me! KB27002IC 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.

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4 Factors to Consider When Determining How Much Home

(StatePoint) Figuring out how much home you can afford is one of the most important questions you’ll need to answer before you begin house hunting. But as home prices and interest rates have increased in the past few years, you may be wondering how your buying power has changed.

To get a rough estimate of what you can afford, most lenders suggest you spend no more than 28% of your monthly income — before taxes are taken out — on your mortgage payment, which includes principal, interest, taxes and insurance. In addition to having a firm grip on your income and expenses, it’s important to understand the role the following factors play in how much home you can afford:

Your Credit Lenders look closely at your credit score when determining

whether you qualify for a loan. Generally, the higher your credit score the more options will be available to you, including better loan terms and a lower interest rate. Because of the large role credit plays in the homebuying process, make sure you understand how your credit score is compiled, how to get a copy of your credit report and how to build strong credit.

Current Mortgage Rates

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2 DAY FAIRCHILD COUNTRY AUCTION

We will be selling from the Mr. & Mrs. Barnett “Barney” Fairchild Home, Located at 1234 Fairchild Road, Lewisburg. Pa 17837. From Route 15 at the Former Byerly Meat Market & Farm turn onto Col. John Kelly Road and go approx. 2.3 miles then onto Fairchild Road and follow to sale site. Signs posted days of Auction.

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3 Bedroom Brick Rancher w ½ Acre Country Lot

We will be offering a super well maintained 3 Bedroom Brick Ranch Home. The home has 3 Bedrooms w/ Closets, Full Mid Century Décor Bath , Laundry/Mud Room with ½ Bath, Full Open Kitchen w/ Wooden Cupboards, Dining Area, Living Room w/ Fireplace and Front Door Foyer, Carpet Thru out w/ Hardwood Floors beneath, Oil Hot Water Heat-Like New Furnace, Well & Septic, JUST A REAL GEM ! To View this Great Property Contact: Gary at 570-412-2303 or Kathy at 570-524-2423 Terms: $10,000 Down and Balance in 45 Days, Buyers have right to do any pre auction hazard testing at their own expense. All other terms made known day of sale or by contacting Auctioneer at 570-538-2227

COUNTRY & FARM ANTIQUES • COLLECTIBLES • GUNS

Peerless Goat/Dog Wagon * George D. Harder Dog Treadmill Power Unit 1 Room Schoolhouse Bell [ From Montour Co.]; Finger & Bracket Oil Lamps; Childs Wooden Stepback Cupboard; Vintage Dome & Flat Top Packing Trunks; Mosler Vintage Floor Safe; 7pc Wash Bowl Set; Bradley Hubbard Signed Green Swirl Slag Glass Table Lamp [ 1 pane cracked]; Brass & Mirror Lamp Stand; Oak Lighted Curio Cabinet; Pressed Back Childs Rocker; Mahogany Drum Top Stand; Birds Eye Maple Empire Era Chest of Drawers; Ithica NY Blue Decorated Stoneware Jug; Crocks & Jugs; J.H.Dipple Crock- LewistownPa; Cowden Wilcox Crock- Harrisburg,Pa.; Brown Top Jug w/ Paper Label- Wetherils Varnishes; Brass Carbide Miners Lamp; Wire Egg Baskets; Beam Scales w/ Peas; Copper Boiler w/ Racks; Copper Apple Butter Kettle w. Dovetailed Bottom; Red Lens PRR & NYCS Railroad Lanterns [Electrofied]; Enterprise Cherry Seeder; Wooden 4 Prong Hay Fork; Foster Bros. Meat Cleaver; Wooden Butter Churn w/ Stand; Cream Cans; Wood Apple Crates; Ice Tongs; Brass Bull Rings; 1916, 1919, 1921 & 1935 Penna License Plates; 100 + Pieces Hobnial Milk Glass; Vintage Kitchen Tools; Hoosier Style Kitchen Cupboard; Mortised Wooden Stool w/ Drawer; Cathedral Steeple Clock; Ansonia Shelf Clock; Cedar Chest; Large Wooden Drying Rack; 4 Pc. Oak Bedroom Suite; Vintage Post Cards; Painted Shade Gone w/ Wind Lamp; 7pc Pearl & Shell Water Set; German Winnie The Pooh Childs Dish; Wooden Clothes Tree; Vintage Country Drop Front Desk ; Rodgers Silverware; Thimble Collection;Vintage Drop Front Desk w/ Book Case Top; West German Cuckoo; Fenton Blue Satin Boy & Girl Praying; Cherry Turned Spindle Rope Bed; Mahogany Gov, Winthrop Desk w/ Bookcase Top; Lance Glass Store Cracker Jar; Planters Peanut Glass Store Counter Jar; Various Depression Glassware; Princess House Heritage Glassware; Grasshopper Design Celery Caster; Pennsylvania House Cherry Chest on Chest of Drawers; Pa House Stepback Hutch; Deep Well Frames; Ingrahm Camel Back Shelf Clock; West German Brass & Glass Carriage Clock; Quilts: Early Acorn Leaf Pattern, Bear Paw Style, Grandmas Flower Garden w/ Dust Ruffle, Knotted Comforters and Others; Mid Century Décor: [Cherub & Pinapple Lamp; Lighted Fish ]; Ceramic Christmas Trees; Blue Denim Days Figurines; Craftmatic Single Bed; Graniteware; White Grange Cookbook; Pastel Pink Pyrex Baking Dish; Cast Iron Trivets; Super Clean Small Appliances; Jeanette “Baby Jeannette Freezer” Metal Ice Cream Freezer Great Piece!; White Treadle Sewing Machine w/ Oak Cabinet; John Deere Stools; Tramp Art Picture Frame; Red & White Enemalware; 6pc Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set; Watt Pottery #39 Apple Dish; Majesticware Alum. Cookware; Boonton & Texasware Bowls; Harmony House Melmac Style Dinnerware; Super Clean Tupperware; Corelleware Dishes; Cosco Step Stool; TOYS: 1966 Batman Game, 1961 The Flintstones Dino Game, No.4 Gilbert Erector Set, 1967 Apollo Lunur Station. Lincoln Logs, Marx Horse; Ertl Farm Toys: JD A on Steel, 7800 Tractor, Precision Model 70, IH 966 Tractor; Radio Controlled Tractor, Forage Wagon. Grain Drill, Plus Many John Deere Go Withs; Breyer Texas Longhorn Bull; Feed Bags[ Clark’s, L&K Mills]; Griswald #11 (911) Small Logo (14in x 25in) Flat Cast Iron Griddle; Brilliant #2457 No.8 Cast Iron Waffle Iron, Blacksmith Made Hanging 15in Round Griddle; Merit #1270 C.I.Corn Bread Pans; Eastern States Double Sided Seed Corn Farm Sign; Kraft Lard Cans; Champion Cast Iron Implement Seat; Feed Scoop; Vintage Bobsled Style Sled[ Super Shape]; Oak Sideboard [Painted];

Longaberger Basket Collection

Large Apple, Easter Flower Series, Mothers Day. Valentines Day. Fathers Day.Christmas Series w/ Brass Tags, J.W.Collection Tall Umberella. Med.Purse, Cake , Original Easter, Pumpkin Baskets, Gathering, Bankers Waste, Inaugral Baskets, BEE, Booking, July 4. , Hand Crafted Umbrella Table Basket Plus Others

GUNS [Sold June17 at 1:00pm]

Winchester Model 1890 .22short Pump Rifle w/ Octagon Barrel, J.Stevens Springfield 16ga Double Barrel Shotgun, Westpoint Model 842 .3030 cal. Rifle, Winchester Model 37 .410 ga. Single Barrel Shotgun, L.C.Smith 12ga Double Barrel Shotgun; New Baker Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun w/ Damascus Barrels, Remington Model 14 .35 Rem Cal. Repeating Rifle w/ Twist Magazine & Williams Peep Sights, WW2 Era Japanese Arisaka 7.7cal. Full Military Rifle, Tasco Golden Antler 4x Scope, Vintage Original Woolrich Red & Black Plaid Hunting Clothes

TOOLS & RELATED

RARE & HARD to find: H Yost – Lewisburg,Pa 22in Wooden Block Plane; Molding Plane; Simmons #62 Hand Saw with Enamel Medallion; Vintage Brace & Bits; Vintage Carpenters Wooden Tool Boxes; Bailey #5 Smooth Bottom Plane; Hand Wet Stone; 2 Man Cross Cut Wide Blade Saw;Agway 8hp 3300 watt Generator; Toro Power Max 8Hp 26in OTE 2 Stage Snowblower [ Used 4 Hrs – Like New]; Portable Air Compressor; Hand & Garden Tools; Chicken Bar B Q Metal Racks; Werner Blue Fiberglass 6ft Stepladder; 14 ft Alum. Extension Ladder; Corn Husking Pegs; Donald Whitenight IH Farm Machinery Wooden Yard Stick; New in Box Hand Crank White Mountain 6 Qt. Ice Cream Freezer; German Metal Folding Rule; Bench Drill Press; Sunbeam Cow Clippers; Boxes Of Hardware; Pump Sprayers; Socket Sets; Hedge Trimmers; Power Hand Tools; Wooden John Deere Tool Box; Bench Top Table Saw; John Deere PTO Air Compressor #6886-C [ Hard to Find]; Pull Behind Fertilizer Spreader. Rubber Tire Push Spreader; White Snow Boss 30 Snowblower; Walking Plow; Plus Many More Items Of Interest !

AUCTION NOTE: Do Not Miss This Great Country Auction, Tell Your Friends and Bring Your Truck!

Terms: Cash or Good Penna Check [ Credit Cards Accepted with 4% Fee]

Over 400 Photos : Auctionzip.com #2189 and GoToAuction.com #4136

Lunch Available • Job John • Tents If Inclement • Bring Your Chairs

Seller: Barnett • Barney•Fairchild Jr Estate Kathy Kron Attorney

Weaver’s Auction Service

Michael & David Weaver Auctioneers AU002180-l

Phone 570-538-2227

rates carefully, because when rates are lower you may be able to afford a larger mortgage. Although 26 million mortgage-ready potential homebuyers had the capacity to afford a $400,000 mortgage at a 3% interest rate, the total falls by 3 to 4 million with each percentage point gain, according to Freddie Mac research. In short, a small increase in rates can make a home that was once affordable, unaffordable.

Bear in mind that similar borrowers may receive notably different rates based on the lender, so you may want to shop around to increase your buying power. In fact, you can potentially save $600-$1,200 annually by applying for mortgages from multiple lenders, according to Freddie Mac.

Your Down Payment

Typically, homebuyers need to make a down payment of at least 3%, and generally between 5% and 20%, of their home’s purchase price to qualify for a mortgage. That means as home prices go up, so do down payment requirements. Talk to your lender about all the down payment options available and explore assistance programs.

Each year, many state, county and city governments provide financial assistance for people in their communities who are well-qualified and ready for homeownership. Requirements vary, but if you are eligible you could receive down payment assistance ranging from a few thousand dollars to larger amounts, depending on your needs, your qualifications and where the home is located. Additionally, many programs specifically benefit veterans, Native communities and workers employed in education, health care, law enforcement and firefighting. Your lender or housing counselor should be able to point you in the right direction of these programs.

Fees and Other Closing Costs

Don’t forget that when you get a mortgage, you’ll need to pay closing costs, which likely include an appraisal fee, credit report fee, tax services fee and more. These costs will generally run between 2% and 5% of your purchase price.

To crunch the numbers, start by using Freddie Mac’s Homebuying Budget Calculator, then learn more about the homebuying process with Freddie Mac’s CreditSmart. Visit creditsmart.freddiemac.com to get started.

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years. They can also build up in the human body. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the blood of nearly all Americans is contaminated with PFAS. A new medical research study recently reported PFAS is altering hormonal and metabolic pathways needed for child growth and development.

• Lead: The effects of lead contamination in

water have become more well known since the crisis in Flint, Mich. became widely reported on in 2016. However, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates that there are between 6 to 10 million lead service lines still use in the country. When pipes that contain lead corrode, lead can enter drinking water. Harmful to everyone, even minimal exposure can have a significant impact on children, and has been linked to nervous

system damage, impaired hearing, learning disabilities and impaired blood cell function..

• Microplastics: Microplastics are fragments of plastic pollution, which are harmful to water ecosystems and unhealthy to consume. Microplastics are found in both tap and bottled water and in a 2022 study, were noted to be found in human blood. While the health effects of microplastics are still largely unknown,

they are emerging as a common drinking water contaminant to be aware of.

Some Solutions

To learn about the contaminants found in your drinking water, you can access the Environmental Working Group’s Tap Water Database. No matter what you learn, it’s a good idea to filter your water.

Many home water

filters only filter certain contaminants. It’s important to look for a water filter that removes chemicals including PFAS, heavy metals including lead, and that provides broader protection against emerging contaminants such as microplastics. One option is the pitcher filters and dispenser filters offered by LifeStraw, which remove not only lead, PFAS and microplastics, but also

bacteria, parasites and a variety of emerging contaminants, including pharmaceuticals.

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