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CONTENTS

28 Now & Then

08 16 32

Car Tips

Safe Driving Techniques Have Changed

Health Column

How to Maintain Your Kidney Health

22 24 28

Travel Benefits

For Those Ages Fifty and Up

The Promise Land

Part One: Noble County Pioneers

WILE

The Early Days

Health Column

Some Surprising Health Benefits to Caffeine

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Wellness

Lifestyle

Looking Back

Einstein’s Last Amazing Prediction

Gifted with Many Artistic Talents Finance

What is the Hit Parade Story

Did You Know Earth Day

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Inside

Recipes Puzzles

Crossword

Calendar of Events The Last Word

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Looking Back

Einstein’s Last Amazing Prediction “This is truly a scientific moonshot, and we did it. We landed on the moon.”

— Dr. David Reitz, LIGO Executive Director, announcing gravitational wave detection, February 11, 2016 Story by RICK BOOTH

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n the 1960s, America and thousands of its engineers and scientists spent eight frantic years trying to live up to President Kennedy’s 1961 commitment to land a man on the moon by the end of that decade. In 1969, we did it. That was the iconic “moonshot” that coined the term often equated with nearly impossible, quixotic dreams come true. Little did I or almost anyone else in that era realize it at the time, but another scientific moonshot — seeking to see the almost impossibly faint gravity waves Einstein had predicted in 1916 — was just then beginning. A few farsighted physicists back then set their sights on achieving what even Einstein thought would be an experimental impossibility. Yet three core experiment co-founders, hundreds of scientific collaborators, and more than four decades of hard work at last pulled off the “moonshot” even Einstein once thought impossible. Nobel prizes for men named Weiss, Thorne, and Drever are an almost certain bet to be awarded in the near future. This is the story of the “moonshot” few of us saw coming, but which really should make all Americans proud.

Einstein staring down some difficult equations.

space and time would work perfectly even up close to massive objects like the sun and stars. In studying his own equations, he noticed that when two stars orbit each other as a close-knit pair (known as a binary system; many have been observed) they would throw off faint “gravitational waves” in a spiral, radiating out to the ends of the universe at the speed of light. The waves would actually cause subtle changes in space and time as they passed through objects. But the changes, he calculated, would be so infinitesimally small that he did not believe an experimental device could ever be built to actually sense them. Indeed, in the years since Einstein proposed general relativity, all of its major predictions have been Einstein’s Last Prediction proven true by experiment time and again... except for Here’s the quick physics review: In 1905, Einstein came the odd outlier of those faint gravitational waves, his up with his theory of “special relativity,” demonstrating theory’s quietest last whisper. that space and time were intertwined in strange ways.

Black Holes, Pulsars, and the 1993 Nobel Prize Also, mass was bottled-up energy: E = mc2. It was called “special” relativity because the theory only worked Einstein died in 1955, but physics moved on. Objects perfectly in the absence of gravity. Gravity messed up with more intense gravitational fields than Einstein ever his equations, so Einstein kept working on the problem. imagined were discovered by astronomers: neutron stars, In 1916, having had to wade far deeper into pulsars, and black holes. In the 1970s, radio astronomers mathematical abstractions than he had wanted to, discovered a pulsar (a neutron star spinning rapidly Einstein finally figured it out. That year, he announced while spitting out a jet of radio waves) caught in a binary his theory of “general relativity.” Finally, his theory of system, closely orbiting a less flamboyant neutron star.

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The pulsar provided exquisitely accurate data about plotted the pulsar’s energy loss against Einstein’s energy the pair’s mutual orbital speed, and over a period of predictions, based on gravitational wave emission, it fit like a glove. This finding supercharged members of the scientific community to believe in the marrow of their bones that gravitational waves were real. More to the point, it also gave America’s National Science Foundation the confidence to place its largest ever longterm funding bet on a decades-long sleeper “moonshot” of a project to finally build the detectors that could directly hear the whispering waves of Einstein’s last prediction. Hulse and Taylor also went on to receive the 1993 Nobel Prize in physics for their inspirational find.

Birth of a Moonshot The gravitational wave spiral of a binary system.

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years, the astronomers could see that the pair were getting closer together and spinning around each other gradually faster. They were losing energy. But why?

Einstein’s theory predicted that gravitational waves would take energy away from massive binary systems such as the one being observed. So astronomers Russell Hulse and Joseph Taylor did the math. When they

The first scientist to try for the gravitational wave moonshot was the American physicist Joseph Weber in the 1960s. He tried putting exquisitely precise sensors on large aluminum cylinders which, he calculated, might “resonate” with just the right frequency of a passing gravitational wave. Unfortunately, theory had not advanced far enough to show him that noise at the level of quantum mechanics would destroy almost any possibility of sensing a wave that way. His effort was

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valiant and emulated by others, but there just had to be a better way to do it... And there was.

In 1972, Rainer Weiss, a young professor at MIT, wrote a paper proposing to use a complex laser device to hunt down the elusive waves. Not only did he propose the general concept, but he laid out the road map of equations and solvable physical problems that showed it probably would be possible, with years of development, to pull it all off.

About the same time that Rainer Weiss was sketching out his gravitational equivalent of the Saturn V moon rocket, a physics theoretician named Kip Thorne at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) was delving deep into Einstein’s wave problem and proposing the Institute devote major resources toward a detector.

Caltech, in turn, wanted the National Science Foundation to also get involved with funding and management, because it was clear that the project really was a

It was growing too big to not have a single person at the helm, on whose desk the buck stopped.

Project participants worked out technological kinks on lab prototypes until 1994 when the building of not one, but two, “moonshot machines,” — one in Washington state, and the other in Louisiana — began. Why two?

Because gravity waves sweep over the entire planet at the speed of light. The super-sensitive detectors would pick up all sorts of potential interference. But if the same signal shows up at both detectors simultaneously...

Eureka! It’s real!

The two detectors are known as LIGO, the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory. Each one features five miles of welded steel tubes three feet in diameter, pumped down to a vacuum of one trillionth of atmospheric pressure so that some of the purest, most stable laser light ever produced can ricochet inside them off some of the most perfect mirrors ever made, in order to hunt the waves.

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The Louisiana LIGO detector with its laser tubes.

“moonshot” that could take decades and span many universities. Thorne, who mostly wrestled with equations, also needed to recruit one of the best experimental physicists in the world to actually build such a machine.

He ultimately succeeded in luring Scottish physicist Ronald Drever from Glasgow University to California for the purpose of building the sort of device Weiss had proposed.

Initially, collaboration between labs at MIT and Caltech was loose and somewhat independent, but in 1984 the NSF forced a “shotgun marriage” (Thorne’s actual description) of MIT with Caltech to work together closely and formally on the project. And in 1986, as a condition of very major funding for actually building the moonshot machine, the NSF forced Thorne, Drever, and Weiss to accept a manager overseeing the entire project.

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Here the story gets truly amazing. The gravity waves LIGO is looking for typically come from black holes that collided billions of years ago in galaxies far, far away. (Sound familiar?) Black holes are even more gravitationally dense than the pulsars or neutron stars.

Not even light can escape them. They can swallow stars for lunch and planets for dessert. And when two of them meet, spin down, and collide, they issue the largest, most energetic gravitational waves in the universe.

The gravitational waves warp space and time as they radiate outward and through our very planet. They actually change the laser-measurable distance between the mirrors at opposite ends of the miles-long tubes at the LIGO detectors. How much, you might ask?

An inch? No. How about a millimeter? Far less. A nanometer? Smaller. The size of an atom? Much smaller.

The distance between mirrors at the end of the mileslong laser tubes changes by about one billionth the width of a single atom as the gravitational wave passes through! That’s why Einstein, quite reasonably, thought no one would ever directly detect the waves. That’s why it took, ultimately, hundreds of scientists and a billion dollars over more than four decades, working out the finest vibration cancellation systems, the purest, most stable laser light, the most reflective mirrors imaginable, and computer controls proactively fighting outside interference with a vengeance in order to find a signal so incredibly small.

Another astounding feature of the LIGO story is that

the detectors were actually first switched on and watching for waves more than a decade ago. The expectation then was that they would very likely see nothing for years until further improvements in the technology could raise the sensitivity level up another notch to where the black hole theorists predicted they could start to hear frequent events. Year after year, they tested and tuned the equipment, getting ready all the time for a major upgrade which only finally happened late in 2015.

Hearing nothing year after year did not discourage the physicists at all. They all knew it was a moonshot. Silence simply confirmed that the theorists who estimated the waves to be just barely out of reach then were right.

Foundation’s gutsiest long-term call just paid off. There is now every expectation that untold symphonies of ancient cataclysmic cosmic collisions will begin to amaze us with new dimensions of scientific discovery. Happily, Rainer Weiss, 83, Kip Thorne, 75, and Ronald Drever, 84, the LIGO co-founders, have all lived long enough to see their four-decade moonshot come to fruition.

It is often lamented that today’s youth don’t have a Space Race to the moon to inspire them toward science and technology. But as much as anything, the quest to find gravitational waves has been the quiet American

Hearing the “Chirp” One of the benefits of taking four decades for gravitational wave detection to reach viability was that theory and computer modeling of the theory advanced remarkably in that time. By 2015, theorists had a good idea what the waves of black holes colliding would look like. They had models. They knew the energies. And they knew the LIGO upgrade should put them in the right ballpark to see them. But what the physicists didn’t expect was just how right they were.

In September, 2015, the long-planned upgrade to the LIGO detectors was finally switched on for final tune-up and testing before going into full operational “science mode,” waiting for a wave to arrive. On September 14, while running a simultaneous engineering test in both LIGO facilities, a wiggly blip came in. Computers quickly alerted operators that a simultaneous signal of some sort had appeared in both detectors. Everyone initially assumed it would prove to be a false alarm or someone doing a system test. But within a few hours it dawned on them that this was the real thing. It was the tiny warbling space-time chirp of two massive black holes colliding about 1.3 billion years ago. The fit to the theorists’ models was near perfect!

Played as audio, the wave makes a “chirp.” And in that chirp lies the power of three stars like our own sun vanishing into energy, warping the fabric of space-time, wobbling earth-bound mirrors miles apart by a billionth of an atom’s breadth. The official announcement of detection success was made on February 11, 2016. It opens up a whole new field of astronomy. It’s bigger than Europe’s CERN finding the Higgs boson. Though project collaboration was international, it is safe to say that this was very much an American-led, Americanfunded project. At a tenth the cost of Europe’s recently built giant atom smasher, the American National Science

The 0.2-second "Chirp” of colliding black holes.

“moonshot” of all the years since the original. Only now, in retrospect, do most of us, myself included, understand what a phenomenal feat of tenacity and perseverance by a dedicated technical cadre brought it about.

Knowing the story of how American science conquered Einstein’s last amazing prediction, I personally feel as much like waving a flag and shouting “U. S. A.” as when Neil Armstrong first set foot on the moon. Now that you know the story, I hope you feel the same way, too.

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Car Tips

Safe Driving Techniques Have Changed

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Watch the clock. Older guidelines indicated keeping hands on the steering wheel at the positions of 10 and 2 if you were imagining it as a clock. New information indicates this can be dangerous to the arms and hands should the air bag deploy in a crash. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and AAA now say you should grip the wheel at the 9 and 3 positions,

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Change your turns. Air bag safety also comes into play when making turns. Rather than the formerly taught way of hand-over-hand turning, drivers should push with one hand and pull with the other to steer the wheel — safely keeping their hands away from the plastic casing and the possible release of heat and pressure from an exploding air bag.

Use hazard lights only when real hazards are encountered. Some people are very generous in their use of hazard lights, turning them on when double-parking, in bad weather or when they are carrying a heavy load.

Various states and areas have specific laws governing the use of hazard lights, including when and when not to use them. Hazard lights may inadvertently put drivers in danger because they can override turning signals. Some other drivers have become so accustomed to seeing hazard lights that they may not take them seriously.

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Don’t block the “fast lane.” The far-left lane has long been considered the passing lane. Although some police departments have become more lenient in allowing drivers to actually stay in the left lane, it’s still courteous to use it as infrequently as possible. When you do find yourself in the left lane, recognize that you should maintain highway speed or accelerate slightly to get around the car you need to pass. Driving slowly in the left lane can compromise your own safety and that of your passengers and fellow drivers.

Anticipate road conditions. There are differences between driving on rural roads, paved roads and heavily trafficked highways, especially during inclement weather or when encountering adverse conditions.

There’s no magic speed or technique that is ideal all of the time. Drivers need to learn to adapt to the conditions to facilitate safe passage. Keep in mind that it can be difficult to stop on gravel, wet roadways or those covered with leaves.

Avoid the big rush. Always try to leave extra time to reach a destination. This way you will not have to speed or make tricky maneuvers to get to an appointment on time. Rushing around can lead to distractions or unsafe practices. Reduce your accident risk by building extra time into your trip.

Driving rules are not static, and drivers should stay current on practices that are safe and those that are no longer correct to use on the roadways.

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One of Judy’s current projects is building a model of Noah’s Ark.

Gifted with Many Artistic Talents Story & Photos by BEVERLY KERR

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lessed with talents! Creative abilities seem to pour forth from Judy Howald when she isn’t helping her husband, Bob, at their farm on the outskirts of Birmingham. No matter what she does, her whole heart and energy are focused on her current project. When a new project captures her thoughts, she often spends some sleepless nights thinking about what she should do next.

Over the years, Judy spent most of her time working in a factory on an assembly line. Even there she created signs for the business or developed new ideas for improving quality and design.

Perhaps her creative talents received their start when Judy followed her dad as he designed plans for homes he was building. The details fascinated her. Today in her workshop, intricate plans that she has drawn for projects can be seen on nearby worktables.

When Bob and Judy purchased the farm, it seemed that cutting the timber would help with payments. But lumber prices were low at that time, so Bob would cut

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the trees, take them to the mill, dry and straight edge them, then return them to the farm where Judy began turning them into furniture. And beautiful furniture she created!

Being very active in the Birmingham United Methodist Church, at Bible School time several years ago, Judy created a scene of animals from Noah’s Ark. She painted a background with an elephant and zebra, then made a giraffe of paper mache.

Maybe that began her thinking about making a small replica of Noah’s Ark, which she is working on at the present time. This ark is about 45” long and has small partitions inside on three levels for the various animals.

The roof is on the shelf above for now, and plans are to build a small house on the top, which might be where Noah and his family stayed.

Another project underway now for her church is a “Sermon Puzzle.” Her pastor asked if she could create a picture that they could use to tell a story by fitting in various parts of the puzzle – a cornerstone here or

a steeple there. Her beginnings are reminiscent of a her back door. It’s fully equipped for all of her projects.

Thomas Kinkade painting with the light shining through Here she steams and bends the pieces of wood to make at intricate places. the ark and other artistic pieces. Heat for the A tour of their woodshop and the house is provided by a home showcases wood burner. They use the tops of the trees, her talents as that can’t be turned into beautiful projects, as every room has her their fuel. creative touch. Her While finishing the ark and puzzle keep her woodworking skills occupied right now, you have to wonder what are evidenced in project is next on Judy’s mind. Whatever it the entertainment happens to be, you can be certain it will be center, gun cabinet, something of high quality...and beautiful. kitchen, and even Contact Beverly Kerr at in small things like gypsybev@hotmail.com and picture frames and visit her website at www. shelves.

GypsyRoadTrip.com This Amish farm scene was Let’s not forget painted by Judy. that Judy is also an author. She has written and published one book, “Live Your Dream” - the life of her husband, Bob, from his (Left) Her novel, “Live Your travels in Alaska to their farm in Birmingham, Ohio. She Dream”, tells of her husband’s determination tells of his determination to live his dreams of adventure. to live his dream.

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What Is The Hit Parade Story?

Submitted by ATTORNEY FRANK A. MCCLURE, ESQ., A.E.P.

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hen thinking about this month’s article, I began to think about some of the things my clients and people in general worry about. One thing is the question, how will I make sure that my family and loved ones are taken care of after dad and/or mom are gone. The “Hit Parade” is one way that we can talk about how to control your assets after your death!

Clients ask how we can do that. As the old adage goes, “Hope for the best and plan for the worst,” but sometimes disasters happen too late to adopt remedies.

Fortunately, estate planning lawyers can counsel you, our clients, about providing for change over time through periodic updating of their planning documents, and after one spouse dies, through the use of what is known as “limited power appointment.” This option, however, requires good client education to show its value, and clients understand it best when we can explain it in concrete images or stories.

So I use what I call the “Hit Parade” story to illustrate the benefits and operation of this option to my clients.

I generally assume that dad will die before mom (mortality tables support this). For as long as mom outlives dad, she will see many changes in their family, and she will want to adapt both her own estate plan and also her deceased husband’s plan to keep up with the challenges in their children’s lives. For example: Their child hits a bus. Imagine this scene; their grandchildren miss the school bus, and their adult daughter rushes to drive them to school. She started late, rainy weather has made the roads slick, and the

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grandchildren’s chatter has distracted her. Nothing unusual! Then the worst happens - she hits a shuttle bus pulling out of the Holiday Inn with 9 litigation lawyers who just attended a seminar on personal injury cases, all of whom get out of the bus holding their necks. Suppose some of’ them actually were hurt, and really couldn’t go back to work. In today’s world we can certainly imagine that any judgment entered by a jury could easily exceed the liability limits on the automobile insurance policy.

Their daughter would have a hard time protecting her own assets from the plaintiff’s, but mom and dad have more choices with the money that they provide their children in their estate plans. During their lives the parents can adjust their own plans to keep up with the change. After dad dies he has no flexibility, but in his plan he can provide some room for mom to make adjustments.

What would dad do? Faced with the prospect of leaving the inheritance to his daughter’s creditors, dad would probably leave the bequest instead in a protected trust that made his money available to their daughter for her genuine needs but kept it away from her creditors. This is known in my world as a lifetime protective trust.

In addition to amending her own plan, mom can use the limited power of appointment that dad gave her to change dad’s estate plan and leave dad’s money in the same way that dad would have, in an asset protection

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trust, and provide that the change take place only after mom’s death.

Their child hits a tree. Serious trauma from an accident, whether with a car or falling from a horse, can leave the injured person in such a disabled state that few families have the resources for rehabilitation or nursing home expenses. Younger adults rarely purchase disability or long term care insurance, and this kind of catastrophe can quickly deplete their assets. Fortunately, Medicaid will cover the expenses of those who qualify but not before a required “spend-down” of their assets first. An inheritance going to the injured family member will simply delay qualification for public benefits without helping those who depend on them. What would dad do? During his lifetime dad would have probably amended his estate plan to provide for the child so that the child could have received his inheritance in the form of a “Special Needs Trust”. With good legal counseling in designing his estate plan, dad can give mom the same flexibility to make adjustments in dad’s plan after his death to take care of the injured child and the child’s family without disqualifying the child from Medicaid.

Again, in addition to amending her own plan, mom can use the limited power of appointment that dad gave her to change dad’s estate plan and leave dad’s money in the same way as he would have, in a “special needs trust”, and provide that change take place only after mom’s death.

Their child hits the skids. Every family has or knows of some younger adult whose promise and potential has disappeared through substance abuse or victimization in a cult. Whatever the cause, the entire family suffers with the addict, both from their own sense of loss, and their helplessness to bring their child or sibling back to a functional during their lifetime. Dad would probably amend his estate plan to provide for the son to receive his inheritance in an “incentive” trust, to pay for the rehabilitation and give the child clear standards to qualify for the legacy. With good legal counseling in the estate planning design, dad can give mom the same flexibility to make adjustments in dad’s plan after his death to care for the addicted child and the child’s family. In addition to amending her own plan, mom can use the limited power of appointment that dad gave her to change dad’s estate plan and leave dad’s money in the same way as dad would have, in an “incentive” trust, and provide that the change take place only after mom’s death.

Their child hits the lottery! Not every hit on the Hit

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Parade is negative! Sometimes even positive events can require changes to an estate plan. For millions of people playing the lottery brings innocent amusement with the remote possibility of sudden wealth. What if the adult child’s number comes up and he has more than enough to take care of his family’s needs and then some? Adding a large inheritance to the child’s new fortune mostly benefits the I.R.S. by increasing the estate tax payable by the grandchildren when their parent dies. What would dad do? During his lifetime dad would probably amend his estate plan to provide for the grandchildren to receive the son’s inheritance in a “generation-skipping” trust, to keep the largest amount of money in the bloodline. With good legal counseling in the estate planning design, dad can give mom the same flexibility to make adjustments in dad’s plan after his death to account for the new wealth and make practical adjustments. In addition to amending her own plan, mom can use the limited power of appointment that dad gave her to change dad’s estate plan and leave dad’s money in the same way as dad would have, in a “generation-skipping” trust, and provide that the change take place only after morn’s death.

One spouse may outlive another long enough to see major developments in their children’s lives, and the

whole family will benefit with flexibility in an estate plan after the death of one spouse, so that the survivor can adjust their joint legacy to the new realities. It is important for clients to understand the need for flexibility, and their estate planning lawyer should show them how to achieve it. The “lifetime Trust” and “limited power of appointment” offer clients a way of providing for unexpected challenges in their bene-ficiaries’ lives, but they will have this option only if they know about it.

That is why it is important for people to ask questions of their estate planning advisors. Without some education, how will you ever know what you can and cannot do?

Ask questions. Remember it is your estate and it doesn’t belong to any one else! Also remember that you know about 80% of the law generally, but unfortunately it is the 20% you don’t know that will do you in! If you would like more information about this or estate planning, please contact our office or go to our website at www. fmcclurelaw.com.

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ew people devote much thought to their kidneys unless their doctor advises them they are having kidney troubles. But kidneys perform essential functions in the human body, filtering water and waste out of blood and urine while also helping to control blood pressure. When operating correctly, kidneys can go a long way toward ensuring a healthy life. But when kidneys are compromised, the results can be very harmful to human health.

Kidney disease is no small cause for concern, as the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases notes that more than 20 million Americans may have kidney disease, with millions more being at risk.

Though family history is one risk factor for kidney disease, it’s not just genetics that put people at risk.

People with diabetes, high blood pressure and/or cardiovascular disease are also at risk of developing kidney disease, which develops gradually and does not

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often produce physical symptoms until it has reached an advanced stage. Because people may not detect symptoms of kidney disease until it reaches an advanced stage, the NIDDK recommends people schedule routine blood tests to check their glomerular filtration rate, or GFR, which checks to see how well kidneys are filtering.

The NIDDK also notes the importance of routine urine tests, which check for protein in urine. The presence of the protein albumin in urine indicates kidney damage.

In addition to routine screenings, people can take the following steps to maintain healthy kidneys so they can live long, healthy and active lives.

Maintain a healthy blood pressure. A healthy blood pressure can delay or prevent the onset of kidney disease. The American Heart Association advises that a normal healthy blood pressure is a systolic number (the top number) less than 120 and a diastolic number (the bottom number) less than 80. The systolic number measures the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats, while the diastolic number measures the pressure in the arteries between heartbeats. Have your blood

pressure measured by your physician on each visit (and no less than once per year), and speak with him or her about ways to lower your blood pressure if it is high or if your blood pressure falls in the prehypertension range (120-139 over 80-89), which means you are at risk of developing high blood pressure.

Reduce sodium consumption. One simple way to protect your kidneys is to consume less than 2,300 milligrams of sodium each day. Though sodium serves some essential functions in the body, helping it to regulate blood pressure among other things, people with kidney disease cannot eliminate excess sodium and fluid from their bodies. The resulting buildup in the tissues and bloodstream can contribute to high blood pressure.

Limit alcohol intake. The NIDDK advises that limiting alcohol intake can help to keep kidneys healthy and operating at full strength. Alcohol impacts the body in various ways, and kidneys are not immune to the effects of alcohol. Alcohol can cause changes in the kidneys that compromise their ability to filter blood.

Alcohol also can affect the ability of kidneys to maintain the right amount of water in the body. That’s because alcohol consumed in excess dehydrates the body, making it harder for cells and organs, including the kidneys, to function normally. Speak with your physician about your alcohol consumption and what is considered healthy for someone in your situation.

Consume a kidney-friendly diet. The right diet also can help people maintain healthy kidneys. A diet that includes kidney-friendly foods can prevent the buildup of waste in the kidneys while also helping people maintain healthy blood pressures. The National Kidney Foundation notes that foods such as apples, blueberries, fish high in omega-3 fatty acids, and kale are just a few kidney-friendly foods.

Healthy kidneys can contribute to long, healthy lives.

Learn more about the kidneys at www.kidney.org.

Cauliflower- 1/2 boiled cauliflower: 9 mg sodium, 88 mg postassium, 20 mg phosphorus Garlic- 1 clove: 1 mg sodium, 12 mg potassium, 4 mg phosphorus Onion- 1/2 cup: 3 mg sodium, 116 mg potassium, 3 mg phosphorus Apples- 1 medium apple with skin: 0 sodium, 158 mg potassium, 10 mg phosphorus Cranberries- 1/2 cup cranberry juice cocktail: 3 mg sodium, 22 mg potassium, 3 mg phosphorus 1/2 cup dried cranberries: 2 mg sodium, 24 mg potassium, 5 mg phosphorus Blueberries- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries: 4 mg sodium, 65 mg potassium, 7 mg phosphorus Raspberries- 1/2 cup: 0 mg sodium, 93 mg potassium, 7 mg phosphorus Strawberries- 1/2 cup (5 medium) fresh: 1 mg sodium, 120 mg potassium, 13 mg phosphorus

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Recipes

Sliced Steak With Crispy Polenta Ingredients:

Servings: 4

Directions:

Spray medium skillet with nonstick spray and set over 1 1-lb. lean flank steak, trimmed medium heat. Add corn, bell Spray ridged grill pan with pepper, onion, and jalapeño nonstick spray and set over 1/2 tsp. ancho or regular pepper; cook, stirring, until medium-high heat.

Sprinkle steak chili powder softened, about 5 minutes. with chili powder and salt. Place 1/2 tsp. salt Remove skillet from heat and stir steak in pan and cook until an in cilantro. instant-read thermometer inserted 1 16-ounce tube fat-free polenta, into side of steak registers 145° Place 3 slices of polenta on each cut into 12 slices for medium, about 5 minutes on of 4 plates and top each serving 1 1/2 cups fresh or thawed each side. Transfer steak to cutting with 4 slices of steak. Divide corn frozen corn kernels board and let stand 5 minutes. Cut mixture evenly among plates. on a diagonal into 16 slices.

1 red bell pepper, chopped Do it faster: To neatly and Meanwhile, spray boiler rack quickly remove the kernels from 1/2 red onion, chopped with nonstick spray and preheat an ear of corn, place a bowl in the boiler. Arrange slices of polenta 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and sink, stand the corn on end inside minced on rack and broil 5 inches from the bowl, and cut off the kernels heat until crispy and heated with a knife. Any fly-away kernels 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro through, about 2 minutes on each will end up in the sink. side.

Balsamic Cucumber Salad Ingredients:

1 large English cucumber, halved and sliced 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette 3/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese

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Servings: 6

Directions:

In a large bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes and onion. Add vinaigrette; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Just before serving, stir in cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Tired of Banging Your Head Looking for an Effective Neuropathy Treatment?

The problem is often misdiagnosed, or not diagnosed at all. But, it affects the lives of between 10 and 20 million Americans.

This problem can cause: 1. Numbness.

2. Burning pain.

3. Cramping.

4. Sharp, electric pain.

5. Hurt when you walk.

6. Difficulty sleeping from leg/foot discomfort.

7. Prickling/tingling feelings.

If you suffer from one or more of these problems, you may have peripheral neuropathy. And, if you do, you’re not alone.

Often, these good people have been frustrated by the traditional care they’ve received for these terrible problems, and are still seeking help.

These problems can be caused by diabetes, hereditary disorders, inflammation, medications such as cholesterol lowering (statin) drugs, and more.

For the past 14 years, I’ve studied this class of conditions, collectively known as “peripheral neuropathies.” In fact, helping people with these problems has become a primary focus of mine.

It’s not unusual for me to hear stories from patients who’ve suffered for years with terrible symptoms.

For many, they are missing out on the things they love to do. They aren’t enjoying life as they once did.

If that describes you, then perhaps I can help. I practice a multi-pronged attack to these problems.

It’s a unique program that only about 1,000 doctors worldwide have studied and are certified in.

That’s why I’ve put together the “Neuropathy Pain Relief Program” for anyone suffering from the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy pain. And, the beautiful thing is that when these health situations are resolved, people have great improvements in the quality of their lives. In many cases, they finally can live pain free, with peace and joy in their lives again.

Here’s what some of your neighbors have to say:

“Hello, my name is Perry Brown and I am from Macdowell, Kentucky. I’ve been to hospitals for the last 9 years with neuropathy in my feet and none of them could tell me what caused it or what the cure is. I came to Zanesville here to Dr. Russ Schroder and I didn’t think that he was going to be able to do anything either, but I’ve been with him for 2 months now and the feeling is coming back in my feet, the color is coming back, the swelling is gone out of them and I’ve lost 60 pounds. I am doing real good.”

“I have neuropathy very bad, pains very bad, but the sharp pains I have not had this week. Those bad sharp pains (that I had for months and months) are not there. I was able to start walking and I was off my walker. That’s pretty good for a week!” D. Wagner (Marietta) “I have had neuropathy in my feet. They were numb for a year, maybe longer. Amazingly, it’s only been three weeks and I told my wife this morning I can feel things in my feet that I hadn’t feltî Ken, Zanesville

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You can’t have nerve pressure or ‘pinched nerves’ and get better from neuropathy. Using the latest in technology, I offer non-invasive care. I help patients get well with literally no twisting or popping of their spine because I use patented adjusting instrumentation that is highly-re-search-ed, lowforce and computerized. When the nerve pressure from the spine is more severe, we use Non-surgical Cold Laser Decompression. This frees the nerves, and the damage caused by old herniated discs or arthritis.

Neurology and completed my Fellowship in Functional Neurology in 2011 and have been helping even some of the worst cases of neuropathy since then.

At our Neurology Center, our goal is to get the word out to as many people as we can that our Neuropathy Program may be for you!

Do You Qualify For This New Program?

When you call and make an appointment, I’ll perform a highly-specialized Neuropathy Scoring Exam of the nerves in the legs and feet to see if we may be able to help. But, please call right away because we can take only the first 15 callers. If you are one of these 15, I’ll do this Evaluation and Qualifying Process for only $45*. The normal cost is $245. Due to the expected demand, it is suggested to call 740-454-1747 at once. Any delay could lead to being placed on a waiting list and paying full price. Add some peace to your life or the life of someone you love.

Call today to make an appointment. We can help you.

Thank you, Dr. Russ Schroder, D.C., FACFN, DACNB *Excludes further testing or treatment.

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We also use Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT). www.EndPn.com It’s a newly developed tool that’s very safe.

This noninvasive healing light has been proven to work wonders on peripheral neuropathy symptoms.

Also the Rebuilder© which is an electrical nerve stimulator that works to rebuild damaged nerves.

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he first Earth Day took place in 1970, giving a voice to a growing movement that espoused the importance of addressing environmental issues and adopting eco-friendly lifestyles. This year, Earth Day takes place on April 22. The late Wisconsin senator

Gaylord Nelson is credited with coming up with the idea for a day devoted to focusing on environmental issues affecting the entire planet. Nelson was reportedly inspired by the vehement student anti-Vietnam War movement that took root in the United States in the late 1960s and continued into the 1970s. Senator Nelson felt that if he could inspire similar passion among the masses about environmental issues, then those issues would force their way into the national agenda. Senator Nelson’s intuition proved correct, and on April 22, 1970, 20 million Americans gathered in streets, parks and auditoriums to demonstrate against policies and practices that contributed to the deterioration of the environment. Today, Earth Day has spread far beyond U.S. borders and is now observed in 192 countries across the globe. New initiatives continue to be proposed as the world population grows increasingly aware of the effects of climate change and the role ordinary citizens can play to protect the environment every day.

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Travel

Travel Benefits for Those Ages 50 and Up

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ne of the best things about aging is being able to enjoy the fruits of your labor without as many obligations as you might have had when you were a younger adult. For example, many men and women have a lot more freedom to travel once they turn 50.

Many of today’s older adults have a wealth of discretionary time, and those who focused on retirement planning from an early age have the money to fund a recreational lifestyle. Travel companies and other businesses understand that Baby Boomers and other seniors are valuable customers and are rolling out the red carpet with a bevy of discounts and perks.

AARP Services, Inc. has long been a trusted resource in senior-based information and resources. The organization continues to broker relationships with various companies to arrange deals on travel-related services and products for older men and women. Members of AARP can link directly to deals through the organization’s website.

In addition to companies that work with AARP, many other travel companies have discounts or other perks available to men and women over 50. All consumers need to do is inquire about such benefits. When in doubt, log on to the company’s website or give their customer service department a call.

Here are some other ways to secure deals on travel and other services.

• Do some networking. Fellow seniors who log in to

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chat rooms or who are members of social clubs may have the inside scoop on age-based travel deals. Learn the ropes from others who have been there before you and take notes on which companies offer the best deals.

• Read the fine print. Understand the details of senior discounts and compare them to other promotions offered to anyone, regardless of age. You may be able to get a better deal or combine offers if you’re not locked into a senior plan. Also, check the dates when deals are valid to ensure you can travel when you want to.

• Always carry proof of age. Whether it is a driver’s license, AARP card, passport, or birth certificate, carry proof of your age at all times. You do not want to miss out on a discount because you cannot verify you are 50 or older. Though being mistaken as younger could be a boost to your ego, it will not benefit your bottom line.

• Explore airline perks.

Men and women 55 and older may be eligible for “goldenagers” discounts at major airlines. Such deals are not typically advertised, so you may need to speak with an airline representative to secure the discount. Seniors also can request special services, such as baggage assistance, priority seating and a ride to the gate, at the airport.

• Try negotiating with vendors.

If you cannot find a senior discount, consider negotiating with vendors for deals. Local hotels or businesses may prove more flexible than national chains. It never hurts to ask for a senior discount.

• Embrace flexibility in scheduling. Unlike students or business travelers, seniors tend to have freedom with regard to the days of the week when they can travel. You have the flexibility to go and come as you please without having to coordinate with vacation time or school breaks.

Use this to your advantage and travel during off-peak times when crowds will be small and rates may be lower.

Don’t feel down if you’re approaching another milestone birthday. Entering into your golden years gives you access to a variety of perks and discounts that can save you time and money on travel.

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Tired of Banging Your Head Looking for Effective Neck or Back Pain Treatment?

If you suffer from the following conditions…

•Sciatica •Disc degeneration •Lower back pain/neck pain •Numbness and burning in the legs and feet •Radiating hip pain •Neuropathy •Fibromyalgia …there may be hope. Now, a local doctor has what may be the most important treatment in helping these conditions.

If You Read Nothing Else, Read This: Millions of Americans suffer from lumbar disc pain and sciatica. Sciatica is a compression of the sciatic nerve, usually by an L4 or L5 disc herniation or degeneration. As you know, sciatica can be a very painful problem, even crippling at times. This painful condition interferes with your body’s ability to transmit messages to your muscles, skin, joints, or internal organs. If ignored or mistreated, these problems can lead to irreversible health conditions.

Why not get help by those trained to correct the major cause of disc pain and sciatica. Read the full facts on this page.

Finally, there’s a treatment to conquer back and leg pain without dangerous medications or painful surgery.

Nothing’s worse than feeling great mentally but physically feeling held back from life because you hurt and the pain just won’t go away!

Sure, you can numb the pain if you take enough Vicodin, Soma or some other pill, but the real problem is while you make it through the day all “numbed up”, you are likely making your problem even worse…without knowing it.

No matter where you are with back pain, whether you’re having unrelenting foot pain and facing surgery or you just injured it yesterday, a treatment called low level laser therapy may be the answer for you.

Two landmark studies have proven the effectiveness of cold lasers.

The first study showed patients who used the laser therapy had less pain and more range of motion days after treatment. If the laser therapy can help these patients, it can help you too. These second study showed that patients who had laser

therapy had 53% better improvement than those who just had a placebo.

Are you suffering from sciatica or back pain?

If so, relief may be easier than you think.

Could This Non-Invasive Treatment Eliminate Your Back and Sciatica Pain?

My name is Dr. Russ Schroder, Clinic Director at the D-C Chiropractic Neurology Center in Zanesville. I understand what it feels like to live in pain, because I see it everyday.

I’ve seen hundreds of people with back pain, numbness, and foot pain leave the office pain free.

This is why for 10 days only, I’m running a very special offer where you can find out if you are a candidate for cold laser.

What these studies mean is that you could soon be enjoying life…without those aggravating nerve problems.

It’s time for you to find out if this will be your back pain and sciatica solution.

How Much Does It Cost? For 10 days only, $45 will get you all the services I normally charge new patients $245 for! *What does this offer include? Everything. Take a look at what you will receive: •An in-depth consultation about your health and well-being where I will listen…really listen…to the details of your case.

•A consultation with Dr. Russ Schroder, D.C., D.A.C.N.B., F.A.C.F.N. -Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologists and Functional Neurologist, & Chiropractor to discuss your questions you may have.

•A complete back/neck/nerve pain qualification case history and questionnaire to help determine if you are a candidate.

•A thorough Neurological Exam •A Free follow-up consultation, If you qualify for our program and what your options are.

•*Excludes further testing or treatment.

Here’s what to do now: Call 740-454-1747 and tell one of my Special Assistants that you want a “Cold Laser Decompression Qualification Evaluation.” If you call in the next 10 days, you will be eligible to receive all the above for only $45. The normal cost is $245. Due to the expected demand, it is suggested to call at once. Any delay could lead to being placed on a waiting list and paying fullprice.

You’ll get to see everything first hand and find out if this painless treatment will be your back pain and sciatica solution, like it has been for so many other patients. And the good news is, most patients respond quickly to laser treatments.

Our office is located on the corner of 3rd and Main Streets in downtown Zanesville. When you call, tell my Special Assistant you’d like to come in for the Cold Laser Decompression Evaluation so she can make sure you receive proper credit for this special offer.

Sincerely, Dr. Russ Schroder D.C.D.A.C.N.B., F.A.C.F.N. The quickest and easiest way to discover if cold laser relief program will be the answer to your back, neck or nerve pain like it has been for hundreds of patients just like you…is to call…

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Here’s what patients are saying about us: My name is Steve Vincent, and I am a Zanesville City Firefighter. You may see the fireworks I put on downtown or hear my voice at the cake auction each year. As you can imagine, 2 out of the 3 are physically demanding. I’ve got to admit that I may have been a surgical statistic this year if it weren’t for Dr. Russ. I’ve had back problems for a decade now, but in the past couple of years it was getting noticeably worse. I had Chiropractic care before that had helped for a while.

I bought a home inversion table that stretched me. I exercised, rested, iced, and heated my low-back, but it was quickly worsening on a much more consistent basis. I even crunched down vitamins and herbs to help the pain, but nothing was giving me consistent or lasting relief. I consulted with a couple surgeons this past year, and I was starting to think that surgery might be my next/ last option. Then I read Dr. Russ had a new DRX machine put in this year that gets miraculous results with herniated and bulging discs.

Since I had already checked out the other so-called alternatives to decompression, I chose the DRX9000 and his office because he explained to me exactly what the treatments did and how they were the safest, least invasive, and most effective choice available.

And I’m here today to tell you that even two months after my treatment plan is done my back feels ten years younger! It’s been feeling this good since halfway through my program and I haven’t looked back.

Hi, my name is Loretta and I drive two hours, one way to visit Dr. Russ. I have had three major back surgeries, resulting in 3 fusions, one in my neck and two in my lower back. I’ve had increasing pain since 2004 and I finally had another MRI in September, which resulted in four doctors telling me I needed more surgeries. I had three bulges in my neck and one in my lower back. I actually made an appointment with the surgeon and in the meantime while I was waiting for the day of my appointment, a friend gave me Dr. Russ’s ad from the paper. I came to see him and he told me he could help me. I went home and cancelled my appointment and then started my treatments up here. After six treatments on the DRX9000 machine, I was able to go out and shop without having to look for a bench every 15 minutes. I then went home and worked for three and a half hours at home and I had no back pain in my lower back. After four more treatments I started noticing less pain in my neck and shoulders, and now I can happily say I’m practically pain free. I have one more treatment and then I will be done. I can’t say enough about Dr. Russ and his wonderful staff. They’re very knowledgeable and very friendly. I would highly recommend to anybody having debilitating pain, or have been told they need surgery to come and see them, they’re wonderful!

-- Loretta Doll My name is Melissa. I’m 39 years old and I have Disc degeneration. I hurt my lower back when I was a teenager and have had pain in my lower back for many years off and on. The past two years I’ve really been in a lot of pain. I’ve tried therapy, pain shots and all kinds of pain pills. They didn’t work. I spent a lot of my time in bed or on the couch. Many days I couldn’t work or get out of bed. I didn’t know what else to try. Then my friend told me that she had the same problem and told me about the DRX9000. I thought “Why not try it?”

So I went to Dr. Russ’ office and started treatments and after the third one I could feel the difference and by my last treatment I was pain free. The treatments are painless and so relaxing. Dr. Russ and staff are great. They explained everything about my treatment and made me feel comfortable. I am now back to my normal, everyday routine. Thanks again Dr. Russ and Staff. You have changed my life greatly. God Bless.

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The Promise Land Story by Mary Helen Straker

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he following three part story deals with the Rich family of Noble County, Ohio.

The first installment takes place between 1810-1811, focusing on Abraham Rich’s experience of being among the first generation of settlers to move into Ohio.

Researching historical family documents and harkening back to stories that she had heard over the years from family members, Mary Helen Straker submitted this series for your enjoyment. Laura Rich Cleary, 1887-

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1996, was her mother.

Straker, a graduate of DePauw University, worked on the staffs of a magazine in New York, The Zanesville Signal, former Zanesville newspaper, and The Seattle Times. The author of four books, she lives in Zanesville with her husband, J.W. Straker. They are the parents of four children, grandparents of six and great-grandparents of six.

Lou Anne Rich Milligan, sixth generation of the Rich family, now lives at Rich Hill, the family farm, with her husband, Terry.

Part 1: Noble County Pioneers “This is where I’m a’comin’ back. This here’s the promised land we been hearin’ about. See them two crossed logs fallen over the crick yonder? That’s how we know the place.” Abraham Rich knelt on the bank of the east fork of Buffalo Waters, virgin territory of that part of the Ohio country.

Abe Rich never forgot his big brother’s words, spoken on the trip, in 1794, when George carried him- then a two-year-old- on his back across the Muskingum River, where Zanesville now stands. They had been visiting siblings along the Little Miami River in southern Ohio and were returning to the family farm in Fayette County, Pennsylvania.

With Abe now were his brother, John and his dog, Jasper, and the Miley brothers- Abe, 11 and Johnny, 9, neighbor’s children whose father died in a barn raising.

They crossed the Ohio River at Moundsville on a pole ferry and set off westward. The older Abe and John carried rifles, axes, a saw, knives, powder horns and bullets. Bags of cornmeal hung from the young boy’s necks. They took turns pulling a forked-stick drag, laden with a cast-iron spider, bullet mold, sacks of potatoes,

pork and beans, clothing and blankets.

Jasper roused a flock of pigeons roosting on the logs and John shot three of them for supper.

Next day the men began the work of clearing an area near the creek, where they then constructed a shelter of poles. The boys daubed the chinks with muddy clay. They made beds from leaves, twigs, logs and hides. They set traps and deadfalls. They hunted turkey, squirrel, rabbit, raccoon, opossum and the occasional deer. They planted potatoes.

“Who-o-o.” John’s owl hoot flushed out a wild turkey, leaving nine large speckled eggs for the taking. Abe Rich brought in honey. After seeing the three established, John and Jasper left for home.

Abe Rich hunted, the boys fished. They built a wall around the campfire with stones from the creek. They picked nuts and berries, dried some, boiled sassafras root for tea. Abe Rich taught the boys to whittle sticks for spearing food, poles to aid in climbing steep hillsides.

They blazed trees for those coming to “the land of milk and honey” since the 1795 Treaty of Greenville.

Mishaps occurred: Abe Rich, sawing, cut his hand one day, healed it with honey. Another time the boys, swimming in the creek, nearly drowned. Looking for a spring, Abe Miley suffered a snakebite. Abe Rich made an incision, sucked out the venom, poured a trickle of gunpowder into the wounds and treated it with honey.

They fended of wolves, aroused by the scent of roasting meat. When the potato crop froze, they lived on what game Abe Rich could provide. Johnny Miley nearly died of a typhoid-like fever, recovering as the weather turned miler; snow melting, ice on Buffalo Creek thawing.

Then, at last, the pigeons returned- the sign they’d been waiting for. Winter was over. It was time to leave.

All three Noble County pioneers, eventually returned to settle on farms near the campsite.

Next month, learn about the early life of Laura Rich in The Caldwell Trip.

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"Dallas Bond and the Musical Farmers” entertained weekly on WILE.

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ou’re listening to WILE, 1270 on your radio dial.

Thus a radio station began broadcasting in the hills of southeastern Ohio in Cambridge on April 9, 1948 after playing “Beautiful Ohio” as their sign-on song. Located at 917 Beatty Avenue in the old Orme home, this daytime-only radio station operated on 1000 watts.

Enthusiastic young locals began working at the station in various capacities. Several young ladies were continuity writers, who wrote those much needed commercials, while young men became announcers. They also had to keep things on schedule. Since everything was live at this time, that often became a difficult task.

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WILE began in this beautiful old home on Beatty Avenue in Cambridge.

1948 provided big excitement in downtown Cambridge as it celebrated the Sesquicentennial of Guernsey County. In order that area residents could learn more about this new radio station, WILE placed a temporary studio on the courthouse square for broadcasting. This perhaps began their popular remotes.

Early programs featured locals in everything from music to ministry. Groups came to the station for live performances. A popular musical show, “Dallas Bond and the Musical Farmers,” combined several small groups of local performers in Studio A. Another of those local groups contained two young men from Indian Camp, Ray and John Hosfelt, better known as Oak & Ash, “The Forest Rangers.” They sang Often someone at this grand piano provided their way into the hearts of many listeners throughout background music at the radio studio. the county.

On Saturday morning, boys and girls gathered around the Truman - Dewey presidential election.

Even though the radio station was off the air, people the radio to listen to “Story Time for Children.” In the afternoon, “Junior Talent Time” gave youngsters a chance crowded inside the Beatty Avenue headquarters to hear results coming in on the Teletype machine. Donna stayed busy that night keeping hot coffee and cookies ready at this big election party, which was attended by owners of the radio station, local officials and curious citizens. Remember, television sets in homes didn’t exist

to shine by singing or playing a musical instrument. A couple friends practiced singing “You Are My Sunshine” with me in hopes that someday we would get the courage to go to the radio station. But we never did.

Donna Lake Shafer, who started working as a continuity writer at WILE in the summer after she graduated from Cambridge High School in 1948, remembers Election Night being a very important event at the radio station.

Election results came over the station’s Teletype machine, which printed messages from news wire services. Only a few local places received up-to-the-minute reports of

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at this time. recorded these days and the station airs around the These were not high paying jobs, according to Laura clock. From Land ‘O Lakes Broadcasting Corporation in Bates, an early employee of WILE. When she started 1948 to AVC Communications today, their community spirit still gets broadcast over the hills of Southeastern Ohio.

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(Right) Oak & Ash, the Hosfelt brothers, performed regularly on WILE.

This temporary WILE studio sat at the courthouse during the Sesquicentennial celebration.

in 1952, her salary was $140 a month. But Laura recalls, “I loved to write and use my imagination. Working at WILE was enjoyable. You felt like you were a family.”

In those early days, the station manager banned certain music from the air. Sometimes it was too loud, or occasionally the lyrics might be offensive. The radio served as the voice of the community.

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Caffeine, the most widely consumed stimulant on the planet, has garnered a bad reputation. Some people fear caffeine and it’s potentially jittery and addictive side effects. However, many medical professionals attest that, when consumed in moderation, caffeine actually can have a number of health benefits. Before you skip that morning cup of Joe or choose an herbal blend instead of black tea, consider the following health benefits of caffeine.

• Caffeine boosts brain and central nervous system function. Caffeine mimics the shape of another compound in the body called adenosine, which helps the body calm down and become sleepy. Caffeine can fit in adenosine receptors and cause a jolt of energy rather than sleepiness. Harvard researchers have found that blocking adenosine may slow the buildup of a toxic brain plaque that is associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Furthermore, caffeine may help keep dopamine molecules active in the brain and prevent the onset of Parkinson’s disease.

• Caffeine can help improve mood. The stimulant effect of caffeine may help boost people’s moods, and thus reduce the propensity for suicidal thoughts. In 2013, Harvard’s School of Public Health found that respondents who drank two to three cups of caffeinated coffee a day cut their suicide risk by 45 percent.

• Caffeine may lower risk of stroke. Studies conducted

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in both the United States and Sweden found that older women who drink more than a cup of caffeinated coffee each day have between a 20 and 25 percent lower risk of stroke. Similar findings were discovered in older men.

• Caffeine boosts memory. Studies from Johns Hopkins University showed that a 200mg caffeine pill helped boost memory consolidation.

• Caffeine offers pain relief. Caffeine is often paired with other pain relievers to bring about faster relief. The Journal of the American Medical Association concluded that when caffeine was combined with other pain relievers, patients required 40 percent less of the other drug to bring the same amount of relief experienced when using just the non-caffeine drug alone. Caffeine on its own can also relieve pain. Consuming caffeine before or after a workout can help reduce muscle soreness.

• Caffeine may help to prevent cancer. A recent study from Rutgers University pointed out that caffeine prevented skin cancer in hairless mice.

• Caffeine could open up air passages. People with asthma may find caffeine can improve their breathing. A study published by the U.S. National Library of Medicine determined that caffeine seems to open airways and help asthmatics breathe easier, providing a similar benefit to theophylline, a current asthma medication.

Although caffeine can prove beneficial in various ways, individuals should realize that it remains a potent and potentially addictive stimulant. Caffeine also can aggravate anxiety symptoms and interact with certain medications. People concerned about caffeine should discuss their caffeine consumption with their physicians.

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Tea, Water, & Coffee will also be served. During lunch we will enjoy a cooking demonstration provided by Chef Anthony. We will then wrap up the event with more craft making and demonstrations. Advanced Tickets are Mini Quilt Shop Hop Trip - April 8th required. Cost for the tickets are a suggested donation The Guernsey County Senior Center will be traveling of $5.00 for those 60 years of age or older, and $8.00 for to the Amish Country on a mini quilt shop hop. This trip those under will depart at 8:30 AM and return at approximately 6:30 PM. First we will stop at the Country Craft Cupboard.

There will be four other stops before enjoying lunch at Muskingum County Center for Seniors the Der Dutchman in Walnut Creek, where lunch will be 200 Sunrise Center Drive, Zanesville on your own. Last stop will be Martins Creek Mennonite 740-454-9761 Church where there will be door prizes, quilts on exhibit and food sampling. To make your reservations please call Friday Night Round & Square Dances: Lou & Friends (740) 439-6681. The cost of the trip is: Members $22.00 Friday, April 8th Friday, April 15th Wayne King and Hoedowners and Non Members $30.00.

Friday, April 22nd 4 Hits And A Miss Ohio State Stadium Trip - April 19th Hey all you Buckeye Fans! Get out your Scarlet & Spring Fling Dinner/ Dance - April 29th Gray and travel to Columbus Ohio for a fun day trip Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m with the Menu on Tuesday, April 19th. This trip will depart at 8:30 AM consisting of: Roast Beef, Twice Baked Potato Casserole, and return at approximately 5:00 PM. First we will tour Green Beans, Rolls and Assorted Desserts. the Ohio State Stadium inside & out. Next we will have Entertainment will be provided by: Simcox Big Band lunch, which is on your own, at Sloopy’s Dinner. After Orchestra from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. lunch we will visit the Ohio Union for a self-guided tour Ticket Cost: $15.00 for dinner and dance. $8.00 just for dance. where you will see Heisman Trophies and much more.

Last stop will be at Woody Hayes Building to see more The Y-Collector’s Club - April 20th history and sports memorabilia. Cameras are allowed at Meet at noon and shares old items. April theme is Dogs, these facilities. To make your reservations for this trip but you can bring anything. This is a fun group and they please call 740-439-6681. The cost of the trip is Members bring really neat items. $30.00 and Non Members $38.00 Everyone welcome to join us in any of our activities.

Monthly Senior Dinner – April 21st PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE The Guernsey County Senior Center cordially invites you Secrest Senior Center Activities to your monthly senior dinner on Thursday, April 21st 201 High Street, Senecaville which will begin at 5:00 PM. Dinner will be served at 5:15 740-685-6765 PM with the special menu will include, BBQ Finger Ribs, Roasted Rosemary Potatoes, Pacific Blend Vegetables, Game Night- April 7,14 & 28 Dinner Roll & Butter, Iced Tea, Water & Coffee & Secrest Senior Center hosts game night for dominos and Cherry Supreme for dessert. Special entertainment will card games select Thursdays in April from 5:00-8:00 p.m. follow the meal. To make your reservations please call Sunday Dinner- April 3 & 17 (740) 439-6681.

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