Historic Paint Colors – How Historic Are They, Really?

The following is a sneak preview adapted from a chapter in an upcoming book on historic paint by preservationist and author Ken Roginski, exploring the history, science, and practical challenges of choosing appropriate colors for historic buildings.

Anyone who has stood before a wall of paint chips searching for the “right” color for a historic house knows how quickly a seemingly simple decision can become complicated. Paint manufacturers offer collections labeled Historic, Heritage, or Colonial, but an important question remains: How historic are historic paint colors?

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Safety Warnings & Recalls

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.

Ricky Joy Recalls More Than 2.3 Million Sour Crush Candy Bottles Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard

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Rowan Football Shuts Out Moravian

Nate Maiers threw four touchdown passes while the Rowan defense put up a shutout as the Profs picked up its first win of the season in a 34-0 win at Moravian.

Nunes Bukula IV totaled three scores on the day, two in the air and one on the ground as the senior finished with 60 rushing yards on 11 attempts and 123 receiving yards on two grabs. Michael Zarfati led all pass catchers with 146 yards on nine receptions including a pair of scores.

Defensively, the Profs (1-1) limited the Greyhounds just to just 17 net yards rushing including six tackles for losses, two pass breakups and a sack. Jackson Ferrante totaled a team-best nine stops while AJ Ryker, Ezra Williams-Thomas, and Justus Peyton each added six tackles.

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Training Starts Oct. 10 for New Tour Guides

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Officials Celebrate National Voter Registration Day

In recognition of National Voter Registration Day today, September 15, September serving as Library Card Sign-Up Month, Commissioner Colleen Bianco Bezich will join the Camden County Clerk’s Office and the Camden County Library System to highlight the importance of voter registration while showcasing the many resources and services available through a library card.