CLASSIFIED TESTIMONIAL
I love The Valley Trader!!! I have been able to sell so many things through this little paper!! People call me from all over. Last week I received a call from Hawaii about one of my ads. LT Antiques - 02
E-mail Your Ads: thevalleytrader@yahoo.com
Web Site Address: www.thevalleytrader.com
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
Autos/Trucks - 07 53 Vehicles 1948 & Up, $1,000 to $5,000 or less. Too sick for hobby. 570538-3464. 8/25
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 Trader, PO Box 392, Lewisburg, Pa 17837 or email: the valleytrader@yahoo.com
Household Furniture - 30
Hamilton Beech Food Processor, $40.; Crutches $30.; Large Stoneware Plates, $10.; Set of new Stoneware China Canner, $8. 57-742-4527. 6/2
Miscellaneous - 35 Two pairs ISD pointed toe Cowboy Boots. Compliment-getters, excellent condition. Outgrew them quickly. Pair $40.00 each. Both $70.00. 717-571-1380.
5/26
FREE: Hayward Sand Heavy Metal Clothes Line Post ‘99, New Schedule 40 Pipe, 5 Lines, End Caps, guaranteed not to bend with big load of clothes. $115.00 per set of 2. Please call 570-494-1444 6/2
Services Wanted - 45
WANTED: Person to do yard work for disabled senior. Location: Rte. 61, outside Sunbury. If interested call 570-
809-1579. 5/26
Announcements
Central PA Chapter, National Railway Historical Society. 49th Annual Train Show & Sale will be held Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 9 AM to 2 PM at Warrior Run Fire Department Social Hall, Second Street, Allenwood, PA (convenient to U.S. Route 15) air-conditioned and excellent lighting! Great food for sale.
TRAINS: BUY - SELL - TRADEALL SCALES AND GAUGES OF MODEL TRAINS, MODEL TRAIN SUPPLIES AND RAILROADIANA.
Admission: $5.00 per person - children under 12 years of age, FREE. Tables: $20.00 each, and includes one Dealer’s Helper at no charge. Dealer’s Admitted at 7:30
AM. Doors open at 9 AM. Chapter is not responsible for any damage or loss. INFORMATION: email to Mark Irvin at irvinwepfer@ msn.com or 717-3437182. 8/18
Camp Victory Hosts 19th Annual Golf for Victory Tournament.
the cost for an individual golfer is $130, which includes greens fees, a golf cart, a custom Camp Victory golf towel, a Camp Victory golf shirt, access to the hospitality cart, and a delicious dinner. The event also features a variety of contests, including a Hole-in-One contest sponsored by Stifel Nickolaus, Skins,, Putting Contest, Closest to the Pin, and Closest to the Line-each offering exciting prizes.
Sponsorship opportunities are available and range from $100 to $5,000, providing a great way for individuals and businesses to support Camp Victory while gaining valuable exposure. All sponsorships include recognition in various forms, including on-course signage, social media, and the event website, with premium sponsorships also including layer registrations and featured placement. All proceeds from the tournament benefit Camp Victory, helping us create a safe, fun, and empowering environment where children facing medical and life challenges can grow, connect, and thrive. Every swing taken during the tournament helps build joyful memories that last a lifetime.
Camp Victory is thrilled to invite community members, businesses, and golf enthusiasts to its 19th Annual Golf for Victory tournament, happening on Monday, June 2, 2025, at the scenic Bucknell Golf Club in Lewisburg, PA. With a 1:00 PM shotgun start--rain or shine--this beloved tradition brings our community together in support of Camp Victory’s mission. Golfers and sponsors can register online or learn more at:www.campvictory.org/ golf.
Registration is open, and
Camp Victory is a beautiful 130-acre summer camp in Milville, PA. Camp Victory creates a fun, safe camping experience for children, families, and individuals facing a variety of medical and life challenges. To learn more about Camp Victory, visit www.campvictory.org and follow Camp Victory on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 5/26t
One of the World’s Hottest Anticipated Summers you’re looking for energy saving solutions, but may not be aware of all your options. A Midea survey conducted by Atomik Research found that 76% of homeowners agree that they are more focused on energy efficiency now than they were five years ago. At the same time, over half (54%) were unsure or unknowledgeable about the full capabilities of heat pumps, particularly their ability to provide both heating and cooling.
“Despite the name, heat pumps, are
(StatePoint) With 2023 and 2024 having been the hottest summers on record, there’s reason to believe 2025 will bring more of the same. But it doesn’t have to mean soaring energy bills or an overworked, outdated air conditioning system.
If you’re like many consumers,
not just for heating, they’re also for cooling, and some of the latest models are engineered for even the toughest North American climates,” says David Rames, senior product manager at Midea. “As more homeowners make upgrades to prepare for increasingly extreme temperatures, heat pumps will be at the center of the shift.”
Unlike an air conditioner, which blasts cool air indoors, a heat pump actually removes hot air from the home and pumps it outside. It does the opposite during winter, transferring heat indoors instead of creating it.
One model redefining what’s possible in heating and cooling
is the Midea EVOX All Climate Heat Pump, which delivers high performance, energy savings, quiet operation, advanced filtration and year-round reliability. Part of a system that was engineered to replace traditional gas furnaces, its dualfuel compatibility and inverterdriven system is flexible, integrating seamlessly with existing gas furnaces to offer a cost-effective upgrade without the need for a complete system overhaul.
Many people assume a highperformance heat pump will fall outside their budget. But costsavings in the form of rebates and lower bills can make it well worth the investment. For example, in addition to delivering up to 32.5% energy savings compared to conventional HVAC units, those who install the Midea EVOX All Climate Heat Pump can qualify for up to $8,000 in federal
rebates through the DOE Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) program.
So what else can you do to keep cool at home in summer in addition to switching to a nextgeneration, ultra-efficient heat pump?
Valley
Sealing air leaks is just as important in extreme heat as it is in extreme cold. A quick, DIY visual inspection can identify leaks. And if needed, a professional inspection can give you a complete overview of how to improve your home’s efficiency. You can also keep your home cooler by investing in energy efficient appliances that reduce byproduct heat emission. Finally, in a heat wave, consider adjusting your habits. Limit the use of appliances such as the iron, oven and dryer to mornings and evenings, and use shades or blinds to reduce direct sunlight in your home’s spaces during the late morning and early afternoon. With the right equipment and a few updates to your routine, you can stay cool at home all summer long.
Challenging Paint Projects
(StatePoint) Some DIY projects are easier than others. Painting tricky areas like windows, curves, corners, murals and more might intimidate some painters, but don’t let
difficulty deter you from transforming your home into a space you love. DIYers of all skill levels can complete tough paint projects with a few useful tips and the right tools.
When facing any difficult painting project, like windows, preparation
is critical. First, clean the wood trim with warm, soapy water and a cloth or sponge. For wooden windows that will require paint application near the glass, don’t forget to wipe the windowpanes with a glass cleaner. Buildup on these surfaces can prevent painter’s tape from bonding to the surface, leaving room around the edges for paint to seep through and creating unnecessary cleanup postpainting.
each windowpane and the trim with painter’s tape, overlapping the edges in each corner for the tightest seal.
Once the surface is prepped, line
A good multi-surface painter’s tape can help DIYers achieve professional results for most paint projects, but
when it comes to unusual contours, it’s worth investing in a conformable painter’s tape, like FrogTape Advanced. Made with thin but strong washi paper backing, the green tape lies flat while conforming to curved areas, like around light fixtures, mantels, molding and fireplaces. It’s also treated with exclusive PaintBlock Technology to seal tape edges for clean, sharp paint lines.
Challenge 3: Corners and Trim
When painting a wall or ceiling, it’s not always easy to prevent paint bleed in the corners where adjacent walls or trim meet. Properly applying painter’s tape can simplify the task.
When painting the ceiling, apply tape to the wall around the perimeter of the
room, keeping the tape flush with the line where the two areas meet, and overlap the tape in the corners. A similar process can be followed when painting wood trim. When the project is complete, remove the tape slowly at a 45-degree angle while the paint is still wet for best results.
Recent consumer research conducted by FrogTape discovered that one of the most popular painting trends for DIYers is natureinspired faux wallpaper. While more than half of people prefer painting a mural over applying wallpaper, 36% still say “not feeling confident in painting skills” is holding them back from trying this project.
Experienced painters may be confident enough
to freehand a design, but those who are newer to the task can rely on painter’s tape or stencils to bring their vision to life. Stencils can be used as a guide to create floral or leaf patterns, or DIYers can sketch the shapes and tape them off with painter’s tape to keep outlines crisply defined.
Painting is one of the most rewarding DIY projects, but don’t make it harder than it has to be. These tips can help simplify your next paint project, no matter how complicated it might seem.
ACROSS
1. Heidi’s footwear, pl. 6. *____ Hamm
9. Humorous anecdote 13. It doesn’t take away tomorrow’s troubles
14. Like Mother Hubbard 15. Popular pie nut 16. Hiker’s path
17. Court
18. Makes better
19. *Number of soccer players on field for each team
21. *Winningest FIFA World Cup country
23. Common inquiries, acr. 24. Carmy Berzatto’s restaurant, with The 25. Cul-de-____
28. In the buff
30. Preacher’s platform
35. Poking instrument
37. Smidge
39. Sashay
40. Bald eagle’s nest
41. *a.k.a. soccer field
43. Lice eggs
44. Located within 46. 3 squared
47. High rocky hills
48. Post-roller coaster ride state
50. Captain of Nautilus
52. ____ chi
53. Unforeseen obstacle
55. Acronym, abbr.
57. *FIFA headquarters location
60. *Soccer footwear
63. Uninterested
64. Hundred Acre Wood’s wise resident
66. Parkinson’s drug
68. Pool problem, pl.
69. Romanian money
70. Wooden ship caulking
71. Celt
72. Cotillion ball’s main attraction
73. *____ Alexander-Arnold
DOWN
1. 100 lbs.
2. Elders’ teachings
3. Kind of history
4. Widower’s feelings
5. Forest spirit
6. Worked over with scythe
7. UN labor org.
8. Sun-dried brick
9. Exclamation, with Louise
10. Palm tree berry
11. ____ Mall, London
12. Ensign, for short 15. a.k.a. Lighthouse of Alexandria
20. *Provide with shin guards, socks and uniform, e.g. 22. Drake’s genre
24. Playing roulette
25. *FIFA Women’s World Cup current champion
26. Rome’s Colosseum, e.g.
27. Singular of cornua
29. Kill (2 words)
31. “By ____ of” or “by means of”
32. “The ____,” Dostoyevsky’s novel
33. U in UV
34. *Lionel ____
36. Coloring substances
38. Teenager’s breakout
42. Relating to blood
45. Dwell
49. African National Congress
51. Central American wildcat
54. Get ____ ____ of someone
56. Highway patrolman’s gun
57. “Germinal” author mile
58. Desire
59. *____ Madrid
60. *C in AFC Richmond
61. Puff of marijuana
62. Spin, past tense
63. The Herm s Kelly, e.g.
65. Itty-bitty
67. Invoice qty.
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.
ATTENTION NOTICE
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.
Testimonials: (Looking for some new comments of success)
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
Make Check or Money Order made out to The Valley Trader. How to prepare your letter to send:
1. Write your letter to the person of interest. Be sure to put a way to contact in your letter. Phone or address.
2. Seal letter in blank envelope.
3. Put ad code in lower left corner and stamp in top right corner. Now you are ready to mail to us. Leave rest of envelope blank. No return address, NOTHING else on it.
4. Place this sealed letter into a fresh new envelope. Place your payment along with sealed letter and seal. Put in $4.00 FEE.
5. Now address this envelope to: Look Before You Leap, P.O. Box 392, Lewisburg, PA 17837. This envelope you can put your return address on it.
6. MAIL IT. PLACE YOUR AD FOR FREE - 1 ISSUE.
CODES: S:SINGLE,M: MALE, F:FEMALE, D:DIVORCED,Wt:WHITE,B:BLACK,IC:INCARCERATED
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 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. 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.
Regulars:
SWtM, 28, Nonsmoker, Nondrinker. Looking for a woman about my age that likes laidback country living. Has good sense of humor. ED27234 7/21
Multi-Racial Male looking for female, 45-65. I’m 6’ & 215 lbs., retired & enjoying life. Casual drinker, enjoy most music, watching movies, & outdoor activities that include Van & Pick up Truck events. I don’t go to Church but I still believe in God. I’d like to
meet a female for dinner, lunch, or breakfast. It all starts over a meal. Photo & phone gets photos in return. I don’t do internet at all. No IC’s please. I enjoy the outdoors & can travel most of PA. I also enjoy photography. TB27216 8/4
IC’s:
FIC, 34, looking for long term friendship, someone I can talk to. Won’t regret. AM27199IC
SWtFIC, 42, 5’3”-140, blonde hair/blue eyes. Looking for somebody who’d be interested in corresponding with me.
CW27200IC
SWtFIC, 47, 5’4”-131, brown hair, brown eyes. Looking for someone who would be interested in corresponding with me.
ET27202IC
FIC, fun, caring, good natured, 50, with love to give. Curly dark hair & dark eyes, full lips. Seeking dependable, stable gentleman to connect with.
FJ27203IC
FIC, looking for someone to talk to, someone to enjoy fun things with, someone to build a friendship with.
PJ27204IC
FIC, 41, looking for someone to get to know on another level. No games. LA27209IC
FIC, 39, 5’5”-140, green eyes, long brown hair. No kids & no tattoos.
KM27210IC
FIC, blue eyes, dark hair. Looking for good conversation. I can send pictures too. NT27211IC
FIC, caring, joyful, good natured, sense of humor, easy to talk to, good listener, ready to connect with someone special.
FJ27212IC
WtFIC, 36, kind & nurturing, loves animals & traveling. Enjoys the outdoors. Looking to meet someone to connect with & enjoy life. JW27213IC
FIC, I want a man so write me. Beautiful, 37. Send your phone number, I’ll call. NC27214IC
SFIC, 37, blonde/brown/ red highlighted hair, lengthy to my navel. Hazel/ green/amber eyes, 5’2”36DD, 29” waist, 35” hips, Cuban/American. Looking for a man who will romance me via letter, talk on the phone, & eventually come visit. I prefer a man with knowledge, honesty, loyalty, one I can call my friend & lover both in one. I’m searching for my soulmate. I would like to get to know
who you are & have you get to know me. I am willing to open up to you slowly if you are willing to correspond with me, starting out as friends. JJ27215IC
SWtFIC, 41, enjoys reading, writing & going to church. Seeking single male, age is just a number, to get to know on another level by writing, phone calls & video visits. LA27217IC
FIC, country girl, 26, brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, open minded, honest, huge personality. Willing to try new things, Loves the outdoors, fishing, hiking, sports, travelling, quiet nights at home. Looking for friends or more. SP27218IC
WtFIC, fun, caring, 36. Looking for an older male to connect with. Enjoys adventures & quality time at home. JW27219IC
Female seeking male: FIC, sexy, fun, a lot of love & attention to give to the right person. Seeking a stable, dependable, older gentleman to connect with. FJ27220IC
FIC, seeking male. Short timer. Looking for Mr. Wonderful. Look me up on facebook. JK27221IC
FIC, long brown hair, big blue eyes. Looking to turn writing into love. I’m a mother of one & looking for love & happiness. Tattooed country girl, love to get down & dirty. SP27223IC
WtFIC, 35, looking for male, 35-55. Enjoys quality time & laughing. Caring & nurturing. Enjoys cooking & entertaining. Looking to connect. JW27224IC
SWtFIC, 43, 5’3”-145, long blondish/brown hair, baby blue eyes. Looking for somebody who would be interested in corresponding with me. CW27225IC
FIC, 48, red hair, big brown eyes. Looking for love & friendship. Trustworthy, honest, caring, outgoing. It’s time to settle down & I’m looking for just the right type of handsome man for me. Send love my way. WH27226IC
FIC, 26, brown hair, big blue eyes. Looking to turn paper into something more. Tattooed country girl looking to get down & dirty. SP27228IC
FIC, 48, Cherokee Indian looking for companionship & possibly more. Let’s get to know one another. I’m a city girl & love to have fun. WH27229IC
SWtFIC, looking for companionship. I’m petite
LETTER WILL NOT BE DELIVERED.
but volumptuous in all the right places. 40, brown hair, green eyes. Exotic dancer, always down to have fun & try new experiences. Indian & German. Would love to meet a special man so I can spoil him. TS27230IC
FIC, 26, long brown hair, big blue eyes, looking for a companion, someone to love me the way I am. Honest, trustworthy, loving, caring. Love to get down & dirty. SP27231IC
FIC, 26, looking for a life long partner, someone who loves outdoors, famly & having a good time. I’m country girl with lively personality, love hard, caring & trustworthy. SP27224IC
SWtFIC, 54, 5’4”-180, brown hair, green eyes. Looking for somebody who would be interested in corresponding with me. LT27225IC
SWtFIC, 30, curvy, sexy, beauty queen, lovable, good humored, passionate. Seeking my king who is dependable, nonjudgemental, stable. Looking to fall in love.
BH27226IC
FIC, Native American Indian, joyful, loving, caring, good humored, with love to give. Curvy, full lips, seeking LTR with dependable, stable gentleman to connect with. FJ27226IC
SWtFIC, brown hair, blue eyes, 124 lbs. Looking for someone to correspond with, someone to share everyday life with. If interested, please enclose name & address. PJ27232IC
SWtFIC, 43, 5’3”-160 lbs. Long blonde hair & blue eyes. I’m looking for somebody who would be interested in corresponding with me. CW27233IC
SWtFIC, 5’4”-140, blondish brown hair, beautiful blue eyes. Looking
for someone to corrrespond with me.
AR27235IC
FIC, 29, African American from Philadelphia, 5’6”170. Looking for someone to talk to. Very understanding. I like to learn, very outgoing, & waiting for the right person to come into my life. KA27236IC FIC, 39, Old Italian, Puerto Rican & Ukraine. From Philadelphia, 5’5”160, brown eyes, long brown curly hair, fun, happy, understanding, & compassionate. AR27237IC 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.
