During the past several months the prices of precious metals (gold, silver, platinum) have soared to new record levels. Associated with this phenomenon, precious metals buyers have popped up everywhere, some as “traveling road shows,” urging consumers to clean out their drawers of old or unused gold and silver and bring it to them for “top dollar” prices. Many of these buyers are from out of town or even out of state and are set up in motels and hotels for just a day or two and then they leave town with their purchases.
Before you decide to sell your valued possessions, you should arm yourself with some basic guidelines detailed in Chapter 501 (Purchase and Sale of Precious Metals) of The Pennsylvania Code:
1. When you walk into a gold dealers premises ask the person in charge if they are currently licensed with their county sheriff. Present law requires any person who purchases precious metals to be licensed with their county sheriff’s department. If they say no or don’t know, walk away.
2. Ask them where their current prices are posted for gold, silver or platinum. Present law requires the dealer to clearly post these prices for the customer to see. If they aren’t posted, walk away.
3. If they are going to weigh your products, make sure the scale is visible so you can observe the weighing operation and make sure the scale bears a current seal of approval from weights and measures. If either of these requirements is not met, walk away.
4. Most consumers are not very familiar with the metric or troy systems of weights and measures. Therefore dealers are required to post a conversion chart so the consumer has a chance to understand exactly how much their product weighs and how much they are being offered for it. If the conversion chart is not posted, walk away.
5. Should all the previous requirements be met and you decide to proceed with the sale, make sure you receive a complete and descriptive receipt. The law requires the dealer to provide a receipt that includes; (1) the name, age, address of the seller. (2) An accurate description of the product including its weight. (3) Records are to be maintained by the dealer for a period of one year and be available for inspection. (4) A copy of all receipts must be submitted to the county District Attorney within 24 hours of the transaction.
6. All precious metals purchased by a dealer shall be kept in “unaltered condition” for a minimum of five days and be available for inspection upon request.
7. If possible, have your items examined and weighed by a local jeweler to establish a baseline weight and value.
8. It is never advisable for you to send your precious metals off by mail to an unknown metals dealer.
Please note that the registration requirements and other regulations do not apply to financial institutions that are licensed under state or federal laws, or individuals purchasing precious metals for their personal use (not for resale or refining). In addition, these requirements are for Pennsylvania dealers only.
Should you have a problem or need to lodge a complaint, contact your local district attorney, sheriff or the local police. You can also lodge a complaint with the state attorney general’s office at 717-787-3391 or with weights and measures at 1-877-837-8007.
Monday, March 14, 2011
CBAA to hold flea market
Looking for bargains?
The Columbia Boy's Athletic Association will hold their second annual Flea Market from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, April 16 at Glatfelter Field.
The cost per space is $20,
For more information, call Robin Ortman at 342-2658.
The Columbia Boy's Athletic Association will hold their second annual Flea Market from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, April 16 at Glatfelter Field.
The cost per space is $20,
For more information, call Robin Ortman at 342-2658.
Let's play a game
I saw this on ESPN the other week during their spring training trip from Arizona to Florida. John Kruk, one of my favorite Phillies and former Baltimore Sun writer, now ESPN Insider Tim Kurkjan, were playing the ABC's of spring training. They were using all the letters of the alphabet to come up with a word or phrase or team that would be key to the 2011 season.
So, I got to thinking (which is sometimes dangerous) how to adapt this to Columbia. So here goes. Since recently there was a newspaper article written about Columbia's nicknames, I decided to do one for Columbia sports. At each letter listed below, add a name that begins with that letter of someone who participated in Columbia High School sports. They can be current athletes, coaches, or athletes or coaches back in the day, as us old timers like to say.
But to make it a little more difficult, it can't be any name. They have to be either an all-star in their sport; 1,000 point scorer or 100 win wrestler; champion; championship coach, Hall of Fame member or member of a championship team.
I will continue to take names for the next two weeks and on April 1 post the winners. So for example, the letter A could stand for Anspach or Afari; B could be Burke or Beaston, etc.
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So, I got to thinking (which is sometimes dangerous) how to adapt this to Columbia. So here goes. Since recently there was a newspaper article written about Columbia's nicknames, I decided to do one for Columbia sports. At each letter listed below, add a name that begins with that letter of someone who participated in Columbia High School sports. They can be current athletes, coaches, or athletes or coaches back in the day, as us old timers like to say.
But to make it a little more difficult, it can't be any name. They have to be either an all-star in their sport; 1,000 point scorer or 100 win wrestler; champion; championship coach, Hall of Fame member or member of a championship team.
I will continue to take names for the next two weeks and on April 1 post the winners. So for example, the letter A could stand for Anspach or Afari; B could be Burke or Beaston, etc.
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Sunday, March 13, 2011
Catholic plans move to Section One
I had heard and read rumors about this over the last couple of weeks: http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/361797
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Spring forward!
Friday, March 11, 2011
441 work to resume
Work will resume Monday on a project to repair and resurface Route 441 in western Lancaster County.
The work covers an area of 441 from Chickies Hill, just north of Route 30, through Marietta to the intersection with Route 772, the state Transportation Department said.
The 2.8-mile section of the road, known locally as River Road, averages more than 17,000 vehicles a day.
Motorists may encounter shifting traffic patterns and temporary lane restrictions as crews repair the roadway in preparation for a nighttime paving operation, PennDOT officials caution.
The work covers an area of 441 from Chickies Hill, just north of Route 30, through Marietta to the intersection with Route 772, the state Transportation Department said.
The 2.8-mile section of the road, known locally as River Road, averages more than 17,000 vehicles a day.
Motorists may encounter shifting traffic patterns and temporary lane restrictions as crews repair the roadway in preparation for a nighttime paving operation, PennDOT officials caution.
Eastern searching for new football coach
Columbia's cross river rival is looking for a new football coach: http://www.yorkdispatch.com/ci_17585869
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Movie theatre in Columbia
This Newspaper in Education story in this morning's LNP brought back memories, written by CHS student Patti Nogel: http://lancasteronline.com/pages/specialsections/nie/
York cop who lives in Mountville charged
A York County police officer, who lives in Mountville, faces charges: http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/359880
Fischer ranked entering states
With the state tournament starting Thursday, here are some pre-tournament picks: http://www.rodfrisco.com/wp-cohttp://www.rodfrisco.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/OTM-PREDICT.pdfntent/uploads/2011/03/OTM-PREDICT.pdf
Monday, March 7, 2011
Spring musical this weekend on the hill
There's a new millionaire
Is this anyone from Columbia? http://www.wgal.com/money/27107152/detail.html
West Hempfield police reports
Carl A. Metzinger, 62, of Lancaster, was charged with terroristic threats and simple assault, as the result of an incident that ended in the parking lot of the Turkey Hill store on Stony Battery Road, March 4.
He was placed in Lancaster County Prison.
Jesus M. Rosa-Garcia, 25, of Lancaster, was turned over to the York County Sheriff's Department after being charged with making false identification to police and no license, as the result of an incident on Route 30, March 4.
He had outstanding warrants from York County.
Officials from George's Restaurant in the first block of West Main Street, Mountville, reported, someone forced their way into the rear of the business and took a small amount of cash, March 4.
Police investigating an incident in the 100 block of Chestnut Hill Drive where a homemade explosive device was used to blow up a mailbox, March 5.
Justin C. Wivell, 28, of Columbia, was charged with careless driving, DUI and an Act 64 violation, as the result of an incident on Route 23 at Silver Spring Road, March 6.
He was placed in Lancaster County Prison.
Jesus M. Rosa-Garcia, 25, of Lancaster, was turned over to the York County Sheriff's Department after being charged with making false identification to police and no license, as the result of an incident on Route 30, March 4.
He had outstanding warrants from York County.
Officials from George's Restaurant in the first block of West Main Street, Mountville, reported, someone forced their way into the rear of the business and took a small amount of cash, March 4.
Police investigating an incident in the 100 block of Chestnut Hill Drive where a homemade explosive device was used to blow up a mailbox, March 5.
Justin C. Wivell, 28, of Columbia, was charged with careless driving, DUI and an Act 64 violation, as the result of an incident on Route 23 at Silver Spring Road, March 6.
Columbia Police reports
ELIZABETH GEMINI DECKER, AGE 19, OF AIRVILLE, WAS CITED FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNALS AT THIRD AND WALNUT STREETS, FEB.18.
KIM GERFIN-MUSSER, AGE 49, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR OBEDIENCE TO TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES AT FOURTH AND LOCUST STREETS, FEB. 19.
JOHN FREEMAN SCHMUCKER, AGE 25, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WHILE OPERATING PRIVILEGE IS SUSPENDED OR REVOKED AT ROUTE 441 AND PERRY STREET, FEB. 20.
JAMES THEODORE SWAN, III, AGE 28, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WHILE OPERATING PRIVILEGE IS SUSPENDED OR REVOKED IN THE 200 BLOCK OF SOUTH THIRD STREET, FEB. 20.
TIFFANY A. GAMBER, AGE 29, OF LANCASTER, WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WHILE OPERATING PRIVILEGE IS SUSPENDED OR REVOKED IN THE 100 BLOCK OF SOUTH SIXTH STREET, FEB. 21.
DAKOTAH LIGHTFOOT, AGE 20, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR DRIVERS REQUIRED TO BE LICENSED, IN THE 600 BLOCK OF WALNUT STREET, FEB.23.
DAVID SALVATORE LONG, AGE 38, OF MOUNTVILLE, WAS CITED FOR PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS, IN THE 100 BLOCK OF SOUTH SECOND STREET, FEB. 23.
SCOTT ALLEN COBB, AGE 31, OF RED LION, WAS CITED FOR ONE- WAY ROADWAYS AND ROTARY TRAFFIC ISLANDS, ON BARBER STREET, FEB. 23.
DEREK L. MCDADE, AGE 45, OF WASHINGTON BORO., WAS CITED FOR OBEDIENCE TO TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES, AT RT. 441AND LINDEN STREET, MARCH 4.
MARK CAMP, AGE 46, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WHILE OPERATING PRIVILEGE IS SUSPENDED OR REVOKED, ON SOUTH FOUTH STREET, MARCH 3.
DANIEL SCOTT PIEPER, AGE 23, OF MARYLAND, WAS CITED FOR RIGHT TURN ON RED, AND FOR STOP SIGNS AND YIELD SIGNS, ON LINDEN STREET, FEB. 28.
DAVID SALVATORE LONG, AGE 37, OF MOUNTVILLE, WAS CITED FOR PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS, ON LOCUST STREET, MARCH 5.
JACKIE F. JENKINS, AGE 24, OF LITITZ, WAS CITED FOR CONSUMPTION IN PUBLIC, ON NORTH THIRD STREET,MARCH 1.
JESSE SHELDON JUSS, AGE 20, OF LANCASTER, WAS CITED FOR OBEDIENCE TO TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES ON ROUTE 30 WEST, MARCH 5.
KIM GERFIN-MUSSER, AGE 49, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR OBEDIENCE TO TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES AT FOURTH AND LOCUST STREETS, FEB. 19.
JOHN FREEMAN SCHMUCKER, AGE 25, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WHILE OPERATING PRIVILEGE IS SUSPENDED OR REVOKED AT ROUTE 441 AND PERRY STREET, FEB. 20.
JAMES THEODORE SWAN, III, AGE 28, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WHILE OPERATING PRIVILEGE IS SUSPENDED OR REVOKED IN THE 200 BLOCK OF SOUTH THIRD STREET, FEB. 20.
TIFFANY A. GAMBER, AGE 29, OF LANCASTER, WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WHILE OPERATING PRIVILEGE IS SUSPENDED OR REVOKED IN THE 100 BLOCK OF SOUTH SIXTH STREET, FEB. 21.
DAKOTAH LIGHTFOOT, AGE 20, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR DRIVERS REQUIRED TO BE LICENSED, IN THE 600 BLOCK OF WALNUT STREET, FEB.23.
DAVID SALVATORE LONG, AGE 38, OF MOUNTVILLE, WAS CITED FOR PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS, IN THE 100 BLOCK OF SOUTH SECOND STREET, FEB. 23.
SCOTT ALLEN COBB, AGE 31, OF RED LION, WAS CITED FOR ONE- WAY ROADWAYS AND ROTARY TRAFFIC ISLANDS, ON BARBER STREET, FEB. 23.
DEREK L. MCDADE, AGE 45, OF WASHINGTON BORO., WAS CITED FOR OBEDIENCE TO TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES, AT RT. 441AND LINDEN STREET, MARCH 4.
MARK CAMP, AGE 46, OF COLUMBIA, WAS CITED FOR DRIVING WHILE OPERATING PRIVILEGE IS SUSPENDED OR REVOKED, ON SOUTH FOUTH STREET, MARCH 3.
DANIEL SCOTT PIEPER, AGE 23, OF MARYLAND, WAS CITED FOR RIGHT TURN ON RED, AND FOR STOP SIGNS AND YIELD SIGNS, ON LINDEN STREET, FEB. 28.
DAVID SALVATORE LONG, AGE 37, OF MOUNTVILLE, WAS CITED FOR PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS, ON LOCUST STREET, MARCH 5.
JACKIE F. JENKINS, AGE 24, OF LITITZ, WAS CITED FOR CONSUMPTION IN PUBLIC, ON NORTH THIRD STREET,MARCH 1.
JESSE SHELDON JUSS, AGE 20, OF LANCASTER, WAS CITED FOR OBEDIENCE TO TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES ON ROUTE 30 WEST, MARCH 5.
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Tide standout featured in video:
Tide player featured: in this video fro Rutgers 7 on 7: http://blog.pennlive.com/joecleezy/2011/03/video_pa_playamkers_at_new_lev.html
Fischer is fourth
Fischer, 33-12, qualified for the state tournament with a fourth-place finish at the Southeast Regional championships Friday and Saturday at Wilson High School in Berks County. The regional tournament featured the top wrestlers from Districts One, Three and 11.
When the state tournament begins Thursday, Fischer, who was ranked 13th in the state last week, will face Brockway senior Joel Yahner (33-0) in his first match. Yahner won the 285-pound title in the Northwest Regional.
For the third straight week, Fischer made it to the semi-finals. This week, he ran into a road block against Ben Ancheff of Williams Valley, who used a weight advantage to pin Fischer in 1:50.
Fischer, who had a first round bye, because of his second place finish the week before at the District Three championships, opened the regional tournament with a pin of Mike Williams of Notre Dame Green Pond.
After losing in the semifinals, Fischer needed one win to qualify for states. He got it with a 4-2 decision over Omni Johnson of Milton Hershey. That put Fischer into the third-fourth place bout against Kirby Mutton of Penn Argyl and he was pinned in 4:02.
Two other Columbia wrestlers, both unerclassmen, also made the trip to Wilson.
At 119 pounds, junior Derek Zercher, lost his first two matches and saw his season end with a 30-11 record. In his first match, Zercher was a tech fall loser to Michael Fleck of Wilson Area, 15-0, and then saw his season end when he wasa 19-5 loser to James Elphick of Penn Argyl.
At 135 pounds, junior Jordan Halter, also lst his only two matches at regionals, to finish his season with a 35-6 record.
Halter was a tough luck 11-10 loser in his opening round bout to Sam Tascone of Delco Christian and then lost to Blake Bowman of Tri-Valley, 14-4.
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Dog tossed from moving truck
This from East Hempfield Township: http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/359298
Chase ends in crash
Two area police departments were involved in a chase early this morning: http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/359238
Friday, March 4, 2011
Bridge inspection on Route 30 span
This from the York Daily Record: http://www.ydr.com/local/ci_17540905
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Off the Mat rankings
Tide's Marcus Fischer ranked 13th in state: http://www.rodfrisco.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/OTM9.pdf
All gone
For those of who trying to order those famous Holy Trinity fastnachts, forget it. In three days, they have sold out, according to a member of the fastnacht baking committee.
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