New Perspective On Amish Farmlands HERSHEY (Dauphin Co.) - Dr. Conrad Kanagy will discuss the growth and decline of farm ing in Lancaster County and its effect on Amish society in his program "Turning Capitalism Upside Down: The Amish Farm Boom," at Hershey Museum on Monday, March 23, at 1 p.m. This program is part of the 1998 Museum Mondays series which provides in-depth discussion on topics relating to the Hershey VL' i PAUL B ,rr?; ‘4 v Raven Tough Polyethylene Tanks • SPRAYER TANKS - • STATIONARY For New or Replacement TANKS - For Liquid Fertilizer Storage We Sprayer Nozzles And Accessories PAUL B. ZIMMERMAN, INC. I » I 1 • HARDWARE • FARM SUPPLIES • CUSTOM MANUFACTURING • CRANE SERVICE Museum's collections. Dr. Kanagy continually moni tors the rise and decline of farms in Lancaster County and the effect these sales have upon the Amish, a notable segment of Pennsylvania German society. Since 1984, the Old Order Amish have gained 166 new farms, with the largest number of acquisitions in 1996 - 29 new falms. This apparent land grab flies Iso Stock A Coi Pumps And Accessories 50 Woodcorner Rd., Lititz, PA 17543 1 Mile West of Ephrata 717-738-7350 in the face of local opinion that the Amish are leaving the coun ty because of suburban growth and economic development. In fact, the Amish appear to be actively resisting such growth by purchasing prime real estate Dr. Kanagy will address ques tions like why the Amish contin ue to farm Lancaster County, why they are not moving to cheaper land, and what will happen when no more farms are left to acquire. ’* , , ~ ,jW' ' , iplete Line Of: • Sprayer Hose • Ball Valves • Nylon Fittings • Poly Tanks HOURS Mon Thurs Fn 7-810 lues Wed 7 S 10 Sal 7-4 00 V' V" 11 ;* 11 vAy it TTs —^ ,t- -? - . 1 s<h;v* PACER PU Self-Priming Centri: • Self-prinming to 20 feet • Total heads to 120 feet • Capabilities to 200 U.S. GPM • Built in check valve • Equipped with 1 1/2” or 2” female threaded connections, NPT Full Line Of Hoses And Coupl [PAULB Crop Care FOAM MARKER %|pi J • 5 gal. Tank • 3 Hrs. Foam Per Tank • Extra heavy Duty Compressor • Includes All Wire & Hoses Needed For Installation Introductory Special Drama Continues SMOKETOWN (Lancaster Co.) Last year. Locust Grove Mennonite School’s seventh and eighth grade students entertained families. Mends, and residents from several local retirement com munities with the drama, “Cheap er by the Dozen.” This year, stu dents are again re-living the 1920 s in the sequel, “Belles on Their Toes.” “Belles on Their Toes” contin ues the story of the Gilbreth fami ly. Mr. Gilbreth, the father, recent- 200, 300, 500 and 750 GALLONS TRAILER SPRAYERS Features on Trailer • All Welded Steel Main Frame •Adj. Boom Height • Adjustable Width Wheel Spacing • Booms 30’, 35’ & 40’ Manual, Fold; 30’, 45’ & 60’ Hyd. Fold • Teejet Computerized Spray Controls v- FEATURES: SdOuOSiFOODiIOi Lancaster Farming, Saturday, March 21,1! • Poly Tank • Hitch Jack • High Crop Clearance Low Overall Height • Selector Valve • Chemical Injection System • Tank Rinsing System JA S- *595.00 ly died and now Mis. Gilbreth must step into his role as an indus trial efficiency expert. The drama unfolds and entertaining esca pades ensue when Mrs. Gilbreth goes on a six-week speaking tour, leaving the 10 Gilbreth children at home to care for themselves. Join the Gilbreth family as they provide fun, family entertainment in the drama, “Belles on Their Toes,” April 3 at 7 p.m. at Locust Grove Mennonite School. The drama is open to the public and free of chance. Suraver * i •B 18-1 IS II! 199)
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