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CONTENTS
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Lifestyle
The Many Artisitic Abilities of Michael Warren Wellness
Caring for Dentures Improves Oral Health
Car Tips Helping Senior Drivers Maintain Independence
Looking Back
The Great Ohio Flood of 1913
Cruisin’ Along the Muskingum River On A Sunday Afternoon Ohio is the Place to Be For Fall Foliage
Fall Lawn Care Tips Preserve Carved Pumpkins
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10 Recipes 22 Games & Puzzles 24-25 Crossword & Sudoku Answers 30 Word Search 34 Events 40 The Last Word The Misty Morn
–THE FIRST WORD– Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns. – George Eliot –
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The Many Artistic Abilities of Michael Warren Story and Photos by BEVERLY KERR
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SEE THE VISIONS! L I V E YO U R D R E A M S !
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hose words are an inspiration to artist, Michael Warren, who is talented in several different areas of art. Most of all, he is known for his outstanding woodcarvings, which feature the nature he enjoys so much. That’s why he calls his business, which is located in Cambridge, “Lost in the Woods Art Gallery”. Michael has been an avid hunter and fisherman since his youth. Right now he’s anxious for deer season so he can use his favorite bow and get some deer steaks and jerky. Wildlife seems to work its way into most of his life and artwork. His first grade teacher at Lincoln School noticed his advanced creativity at the age of six, since he could look at something and recreate it even at that young age. Having a great art teacher in high school like Mr. Al Joseph continued his development. That led to studies at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Michael’s thankful for all those who inspired him throughout the years. For the past two years, his work has been featured at the Salt Fork Arts & Crafts Festival, where he has won honors in People’s Choice both years. The first year he had a large carving of a turkey, while this year, a fish won honors. His carvings tell a story. The fish, for example, has his mouth open as he leaps from the water to catch a dragonfly going by. Unfortunately, the fish didn’t catch the dragonfly, but did catch a ribbon at the festival. The artist actually saw this bass in action at a farm pond in New Concord. Michael sees something in every log, then puts a little part of himself into the carving. Staying focused with each cut becomes important. Then the sanding and detail work are a must. Much thought and prayer go into his detailed designs. Carving is only one of his talents. Children and the young at heart enjoy are his caricatures, watching him while he creates a picture of them...as he sees them. This gypsy even had her own caricature done.
At the Soak ‘Em Festival in Caldwell, Michael noticed a three year old boy dressed in cowboy hat and boots watching him draw. When Michael asked him if he would like a picture drawn, the little cowboy said he had no money. That didn’t stop Michael as he made that young lad smile with a cute caricature. Later in the day, the little cowboy ran up to Michael and put a quarter on his knee. They both smiled. Pencil drawings and glass etchings are also something that Michael does well. Again his love of nature shines forth in them. A large mural measuring 127’ X 54’ can
Photo Left: This carving of a Native Amerian from South Dakota, came to Michael in a vision. Photo Top Right: Hand-painted Turkey Feather paintings are another popular item. Photo Bottom Left: A carved fish, when completed, won the People’s Choice honors at the festival. Photo Above Right: Michael has carved several turkeys, a popular item.
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well Behavioral Health Services n Ray Bishoff found at Deerassic Park.When Michael painted this 5 Bell be Street mural he hid scripture throughout. Look carefully the esville OH 43701
next time you’re out that way and see what you can find. Hint: There’s something in the pond. Michael is a very quiet soul and like many strong men, doesn’t like to be thought of as having any weakness. However, Michael was born with a heart disease and ady copy: now has frequent bouts with congestive heart problems. But, he keeps going just a bit slower perhaps than he did a few years ago. No one would ever realize this because of his amazing smile and kind soul. Often when he is creating, he likes to listen to gospel
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Photo Above Top Left: This mural by Michael covers a 127 foot wall at Deerassic Park with animal mounts in front of the display. Photo Above Bottom: Michael’s sketches also center around the wildlife he enjoys so much. Photo Right Above: Michael stays busy creating new carvings of wildlife and various other objects. Photo Right Below: His booth at the Salt Fork Festival attracted much attention from the sound of the chainsaw.
music. The song “Enough” is one of his favorites. “All I have in You is more than enough.” His work is amazing and very detailed. Michael feels that’s because he usually gets a vision of something he should create. It’s a special gift that God has given him and he wants to use it to give people a little joy in their lives. A goal in his mind for the future is to carve a life size replica of Jesus on the cross. The people the artist has met along the way have been a special blessing to him. Michael feels these three things are the best way to start your day, “Pray. Never give up. Let no one take your joy or love away from the journey God has instilled in your heart.” If you would like to learn more about his work, contact him at michaelartest1000@gmail.com. Michael thanks God for being with him through all the good and rough times and proudly accepts the title of one of His ‘Artists’. Contact Bev at GypsyBev@hotmail.com or follow her blog at www.GypsyRoadTrip.com
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WELLNESS
Caring for Dentures
Improves Oral Health Dentures are resilient, but certainly not invincible. They require a little TLC....and a good cleaning.
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roper dental care and oral hygiene is essential at all stages in life, even for people who have dentures, partials or implants. People with dentures must recognize that oral hygiene protects their dentures as well as their mouths. According to the American College of Prosthodontists, 35 million Americans do not have any teeth, while 11 percent of the population requires the use of a complete denture. In addition, 5 percent of the U.S. population wears a partial denture. The Canadian Denture & Implant Centres says that 16 percent of the population wear dentures. Removable dentures require care to keep them clean and in good repair. Servicing dentures also helps ensure wearers’ mouths stay healthy. Follow these guidelines to keep dentures clean. • Handle with care. Dentures are strong, but they are not impervious to damage. Treat them with care while handling, being sure not to bend or damage any clasps when cleaning, and try not to drop the dentures. When handling dentures, Colgate recommends standing over a folded towel or basin of water for added protection.
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Photo Left: Having dentures does not have to slow you down when a little bit of regular maintence is committed to.
• Brush daily. False teeth need to be brushed, so don’t trade in your toothbrush just yet. Brushing will help remove food deposits and prevent staining. • Take a break. Remove dentures before going to bed and soak the dentures in warm water or special denture cleansers. Removing dentures for six to eight hours allows tissue inside the mouth to recover. Soaking helps to remove stains, bacteria and tartar. The Mayo Clinic notes that most dentures need to remain moist to keep their shape, so do not allow them to dry out.
CUT UP HARD FOODS LIKE FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES IF DENTURES ARE IMPACTING YOUR ABILITY TO EAT THESE FOODS. • Schedule regular dental visits. Dentists can advise how frequently to have dentures checked for fit and professional cleaning. Loose dentures can cause sores and infection, so it’s best to address any issues regarding fitting promptly. Dentists also will inspect the inside of the mouth for signs of disease or irritation. • Eat healthy foods. Make sure to eat a well-balanced diet to keep the body and mouth healthy. Cut up hard foods like fresh fruits and vegetables if dentures are impacting your ability to eat these foods.
• Clean your mouth. While dentures are removed, use gauze or a soft toothbrush to clean the tongue, palate People of all ages rely on partial or complete dentures and cheeks. If you still have any natural teeth, use a to maintain their smiles. Routine care is necessary to soft-bristled brush to cleanse. Always rinse dentures keep the dentures intact and mouths healthy. before returning them to your mouth.
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RECIPES While fresh apples are a delight on their own, few apple afficionados can resist the temptation to make apple pie. If homemade apple pie is on your agenda this year, consider the following recipe for this Autmun classic. French Apple Pie
Ingredients: 2⁄3 cup raisins 6 tablespoons water 1⁄2 teaspoon lemon juice 1⁄4 cup light corn syrup 11⁄2 teaspoons all-purpose flour 11⁄2 teaspoons sugar 2 apples (preferably a tart variety) 1⁄4 cup brown sugar 1⁄2 cup sugar
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Makes one 9” pie
1⁄4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 11⁄2 teaspoons cornstarch Icing 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon butter, softened
Directions:
1. To make the raisin filling, combine the raisins, water and lemon juice in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally until the raisins are plump, about 15 minutes. 2. Separately, combine the corn syrup, flour and sugar and mix well, then add to the raisins and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool until the mixture is just warm, about 10 to 15 minutes. 3. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a 9-inch pie plate with 1 rolled-out crust. 4. Peel the apples, cut them into thin wedges, and put them in a large bowl. Separately, combine the sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch, then add to the apples and gently stir until evenly mixed. 5. Spread the apple mixture in the crust in an even layer, then spread the raisin filling evenly over the apples. Brush the rim of the crust with water, cover with the second rolled-out crust, seal and flute or crimp the edges, and cut a steam vent in the center. 6. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours, until completely cool. 7. To make the icing, combine the sugar and water and mix well. Add the butter and mix until smooth. Brush over the top of the cooled pie before serving.
Although many people associate apples with sweet recipes, they actually can be put to work in other dishes that aren’t necessarily served as dessert. Try this deliicous take on a an Autumn favorite . Apple & Mustard Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature 4 slices sourdough bread 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard 1/3 large firm-tart apple, unpeeled, cored and sliced very thin 4 oz. sharp Cheddar, Gouda, Gruyere, or Havarti cheese, thinly sliced
Directions: 1. You’ll need one large skillet and one medium-size one,
preferably cast-iron (the heavier the better). Set both skillets over medium heat and let them get hot. 2. Meanwhile, butter one side of each bread slice; then lay slices butter-side down on your cutting board. Spread equal portions of mustard on two slices; then divide apple slices into two portions and lay on top of mustard. Divide cheese slices and lay over apples. Top sandwiches with remaining bread slices, buttered-side up. 3. Lay sandwiches in the large
Yields 2 sandwiches
skillet. Cook until bottoms are browned, 3-4 minutes; then flip. Set the preheated medium-size skillet on top of sandwiches as a press. (If your skillet isn’t heavy, weigh it down with a water-filled kettle or a few large cans of tomatoes.) Cook until both sides are evenly browned, about 2 minutes more. Apple notes: Use whatever variety you have on hand, but a firm-tart apple goes well with the mustard and cheese in the sandwich.
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RECIPES Parsnips are a versatile root vegetable that is perfect for roasting in the Fall. You will love how much flavor this humble veggie brings to the table. Roasted Baby Parsnips with Sherry-Maple Glaze and Mushrooms
Ingredients: 24 baby parsnips, trimmed, or 8 regular parsnips, root ends trimmed and peeled 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1⁄4 cup pure maple syrup 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons Earth Balance butter stick
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Serves: 4
1 shallot, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1⁄2 pound porcini, wiped clean, quartered if large Finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish Sea salt
Directions:
1. To prepare the parsnips, preheat the oven to 400F. 2. If using larger parsnips, peel and quarter them lengthwise so the pieces will be uniform in size and cook more evenly. Put the parsnips in a large mixing bowl, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the oil, season with kosher salt and black pepper, and toss to coat evenly. Spread the parsnips out in a single layer on a large baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes, shaking the pan from time to time, until tender and slightly charred. Set aside. (The roasted parsnips can be prepared a couple hours in advance, covered and held at room temperature. Reheat before serving.) 3. Meanwhile, prepare the glaze. Combine the maple syrup, vinegar and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, swirling the pan around occasionally, until the mixture is reduced and syrupy, about 10 minutes. Cover and keep warm. 4. To prepare the mushrooms, put a large sauté pan over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the butter substitute. When the butter substitute has melted, add the shallot and sauté until soft but not browned, about 1 minute. Add the garlic, tossing to combine. Add the mushrooms and sauté, stirring frequently, until they lose their moisture, soften and begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. 5. To serve, crisscross the parsnips on a platter, overlapping them just slightly. Drizzle with the maple glaze and top with the mushrooms. Scatter chopped parsley on top and season with sea salt.
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No need to be intimidated by the fancy name. Osso Buco, a cross-cut veal shank, will have your mouth watering. Combined with sweet apples and spicey bourbon, this main dish is a pure Autumn delight. Osso Buco with Apples and Bourbon
Serves: 4
Ingredients: 4 pieces veal shank, each about 14 ounces and 2 inches thick All-purpose flour for dredging Coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 leeks, white parts only, chopped 2 celery stalks, peeled and finely diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1⁄4 cup bourbon 1 cup good-quality low-sodium beef broth 1⁄2 cup apple cider 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crumbled 1 teaspoon dried thyme Finely grated zest of 1⁄2 orange 1 bay leaf 2 large tart apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored and cut into chunks 1⁄2 cup heavy cream
Directions:
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LOOKING BACK
T H E G R E AT O H I O
FLOOD OF 1913 “M e a n d my c at will drown together.” — Last words of 68-year- old Zanesville resident Susanna Sloan, refusing to leave her home as flood waters rose, March 26, 1913.
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n Friday, March 28, 1913, Cambridge was an island. Five days of rain had swollen Wills Creek out of its banks to new record levels. That morning, the Cambridge city water system had ceased to function, its pumps incapacitated by rising flood waters. A. J. Bennett, the president of the Story by RICK BOOTH Cambridge Glass Company, volunteered his company’s pumps on the city water lines, but they lacked the power to pressurize the mains for general use. Roads and railroads into and out of town were all shut down by high water and washouts. A number of city visitors found themselves stranded in Guernsey County’s county seat. That is why the National Hotel, on Wheeling Avenue, chose to
minister to its patrons’ spirits the best way it knew how: In the midst of a town cut off from communication with the outside world, the hotel simply sponsored a “lively party” for its stranded guests. The attitude, it seems, was “Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we may have to swim out of here!” The party was one of the few lighthearted scenes played out during what many historians call the worst weather catastrophe to strike Ohio in the twentieth century. Downtown Cambridge, built mainly on a high ridge, fortunately fared far better than many another town throughout the state. As with the recent unprecedented, disastrous flooding from Hurricane Harvey in Texas, Ohio in 1913 was hugely traumatized by five days of rain, totaling nearly a foot in many areas. Unlike the case with Hurricane Harvey, though, lack of predictive warnings left nearly 500 people dead throughout the state. Though high central ground spared Cambridge from massive devastation, there still
Flood waters lapping at Cambridge’s old National Road double-laned covered bridge.
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was significant damage in the area. The old Dewey Avenue National Road covered bridge over Wills Creek, built in 1828, was not washed away, but suffered enough structural damage that it was subsequently condemned and torn down. A new temporary bridge took its place for a few years until the original “Viaduct” bridge was built to take its place. East Cambridge was similarly swamped, and low areas on the west side of town likewise saw water creep up into living rooms. Near Birds Run in northwestern Guernsey County, where the waters of Wills Creek are at their fullest, a train was swept off the tracks by the surging flood. As a rule of thumb, the larger the river flowing by a town, the worse the flood it produced. Tuscarawas
County’s Newcomerstown, for instance, had to deal with the overflowing Tuscarawas River. Consequently, the river found its way through city streets, cutting new channels for itself as its bed was excavated deeper and deeper. Recently rediscovered photos of flood damage at Newcomerstown show deep, empty, new stream beds, cut perhaps ten feet deeper than pre-flood pavement levels. Puzzled people stare out from the old photos, assessing the damage, no doubt incredulous at what rain had wrought. If the Tuscarawas River was bad, the Muskingum River showed it could behave even worse. Zanesville was very badly damaged when the Muskingum River ultimately crested 27 feet above flood stage. Even the second floor of some houses flooded, if they were not washed away entirely. Zanesville had experienced bad floods before. The worst it had known had come in 1898. That flood, which entered many buildings near the river, was used by many FLOOD continues on pg 18.
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A 10-foot channel where once Newcomerstown had a street; note sewer pipes now above ground.
citizens as the mental benchmark to represent about the worst a flood could ever be expected to do. In 1913, they were proven very, very wrong. The Muskingum crested 15 feet higher than in 1898. As the river began to rise, people anticipating the flood began to move valuables onto table tops or second floors of houses. A number of residents, unable to move their large pianos to a second story, had them taken
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to the Munson Music Store at the corner of Third and Main. They had a second story storage area for keeping instruments safe until the flood danger passed. Tuesday, March 25th, was the day citizens realized they were in far more peril than originally expected. Many who had experienced the 1898 flood planned to ride things out in the second story of their homes as water invaded the first level. But the waters were to rise 15 feet higher! As night came on, the river exceeded the old highwater mark and continued to rise rapidly. What followed was a frightening night with calls in the dark for help and rescue. The morning of the 26th was frightening as well. Trapped in second or even third story rooms, many watched as home and building contents floated by, as well as panicked or drowned horses and livestock. Rats peculiarly rode atop many an item, exhibiting their keen survival instincts. Some men took to “fishing” for floating objects from their balconies, catching a parlor stand here, a box of corsets there, or maybe even a very useful bag of potatoes. The 26th was also the day to watch bridges fall. The Third Street bridge went first. As it swept downstream, it struck and partially destroyed the Sixth Street Bridge. In the afternoon, the B&O Railroad bridge crumbled, too, as the water continued to rise. The famous “Y Bridge,” however, held against the stream, though only the tops of its lampposts were above water at the river’s crest. The night of the 26th was worse than the one before. Again there were cries for help in the night plus the new and terrifying sound of houses being torn loose from their foundations, then crashing to pieces against another building or part of a wrecked bridge. Then a glow in the sky appeared, but it wasn’t the dawn. It was the Adams Brothers Contracting Company’s building burning! Hunger, thirst, and cold were a problem for those trapped in the upper stories of buildings. Some solved the thirst problem by catching rainwater in buckets, but the fixes for hunger and cold were not as easy. By the night of the 27th, the waters were receding. The pianos sent to the music store’s second floor for safe keeping, however, did not fare well. The store had partially collapsed and it was said the pianos floated out one by one, all in a stately parade. To be clear, not all of Zanesville was inundated, but a large percentage was. The Muskingum River’s waters merely lapped at the base of the courthouse, for instance,
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The collapsed Munson Music Store.
A Dayton home. It was not built that way.
since it was situated somewhat higher than businesses died in Dayton and its environs, accounting for more located closer to the river. The lay of Main Street in than half the lives lost in the entire state of Ohio. Zanesville slopes downward from the courthouse at The storms and flooding that hit Ohio in late March, Fifth Street toward the lower-numbered streets and the 1913, also affected many surrounding states. The water river as one moves west. The degree of building flooding increased in like manner. Many of the buildings badly flooded were on the other side of the Muskingum River, too. When the flood waters finally left Zanesville, there was a terrible mess to begin to recover from. Many buildings were total losses. Fortunately, thanks to many daring rescues, only two citizens were found to have died in the event, and both of them, apparently, had done so as a result of refusing help. In the poignant case of Mrs. Susanna Sloan, she had refused an offer to be assisted into her home’s attic to avoid the rising water. She refused, saying, “Me and my cat will drown together.” They did. With the waters gone, a humanitarian crisis in Zanesville remained. Hundreds had lost their homes, and they were cold and hungry. Cambridge, then, was among the first communities to send a relief train of supplies and food to Zanesville when the tracks came open. Ohio’s governor also sent in troops to keep order and prevent looting. Zanesville had a long road of recovery ahead, but it all ultimately did come to pass. Zanesville’s ordeal was not, though, the worst in Ohio. When a levee burst in Columbus, about a hundred people died in the flooding there. And Dayton took the worst single-city loss of life in that storm. They, too, faced a XXXXXX continues on pg 20. broken levee problem. Reportedly, well over 200 people
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FLOOD continued from pg 19. disgorged by the storm then took its time meandering its way to the Gulf of Mexico, bringing high water flooding and challenges to levees in states on down the line. One particular effect of the great 1913 Ohio flood remains with us today: The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District and its 14 dams and reservoirs used for flood control. When the Great Depression hit in the 1930’s, the federal government set up public works employment projects which included a lot of flood control dam building. These were largely inspired by a public wish to never have a flood like 1913’s again. Most of the dams built for the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District were constructed using Works Progress Administration (WPA) and Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) labor. Seneca and Piedmont lakes, among others, came about from this effort, as did Wills Creek Dam, which is one of the critical flood control links for the Muskingum River. Over the years, billions of dollars’ worth of damages have likely been avoided, thanks to the flooding control exercised by the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy
A legacy of the storm: 14 dams and reservoirs.
District. So the next time it rains cats and dogs and you don’t find your local river paying a visit to your living room floor, give a thought of thanks to the MWCD system. Its mandate is to never allow a flooding tragedy like 1913 to strike Ohio again.
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C R O S S WO R D Puzzle 12. Drools 13. Cluster 15. One in a series 18. Egyptian unit of weight 21. Broached 24. Skin cancers 26. Second sight 27. Shock treatment 30. Whittled 32. Murdered in his bathtub 35. A way to soak 37. Small piece 38. Relating to Islam 39. Climbing plant 42. Drunkard 43. Test for high schoolers 46. Least exciting
CLUES ACROSS 1. Spanish city 7. Middle ear bone 13. Satisfy to the fullest 14. Able to be consumed 16. US island territory (abbr.) 17. Predatory reptile 19. Beachwear manufacturer 20. European space program 22. Alias 23. Metrical feet 25. Large integers 26. Matrilineality 28. Snouts 29. Giants’ signal caller Manning 30. Pacific Time 31. Electronic countermeasures 33. “Anna Karenina” author 34. Snare 36. Sleeveless garment 38. More arctic 40. Clean off 41. Signs 43. Common Japanese surname 44. Allow 45. A way to mark 47. Ballplayers need one
47. Amanda and James are two 49. Something comparable to another 50. Soothes 52. Month in the Islamic calendar 54. White gull having a black back and wings 55. Japanese seaport 57. The south of France 59. Batman villain 62. British air aces 63. Body part 66. Clearinghouse 68. Manganese
48. __ and cheese 51. KGB mole 53. Indicating silence 55. Capital of Yemen 56. A woman of refinement 58. Extinct flightless bird of New Zealand 59. Belonging to a bottom layer 60. Stephen King novel 61. Fire obstacle 64. Lumen 65. Loud insects 67. Energetic persons 69. Confession (archaic) 70. Witnessing CLUES DOWN 1. Whiskey receptacle 2. Western State 3. Cereal grasses 4. Needlefishes 5. Relating to the ears 6. Mathematical ratio 7. Dignified 8. Pacific sea bream 9. One of Thor’s names 10. Song of praise 11. Equal to one quintillion (abbr.)
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Cruisin’ Along the Muskingum River
ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON Story & Photos by BEVERLY KERR
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THIS RIVER [MUSKINGUM] IS THE ONLY RIVER NAVIGABLE BY LARGER BOATS WITHIN THE STATE OF OHIO.
Photo Top Left: The Lorena takes passengers on a pleasure ride down the Muskingum River. Photo Top Middle: The Coal Run Ferry delivered a load of railroad crossties across the Muskingum before bridges were built. Photo Top Right: Lock #9 at Philo provides a great view of the dam and locks. Photo Middle Left: Steamer Marietta got stuck on the dam when not using the locks. Photo Middle Right: The Philo Ohio Power Plant was the first electric plant built along the Muskingum. Photo Bottom: Stockport Mill Inn would be a pleasant place to spend an evening.
Commemoration. A ride on the sternwheeler gives you a chance to feel the river, as the paddles create a merry sound. Memories of the 1800s ride along with the Lorena. Soon Lock 9 at Philo appears with the original lock tender’s house.The falls at the lock sparkle in the sunshine as people stand in the shallow river to fish. In 1923, Philo Ohio Power Company, one of the largest electric plants of that time, was located on an island in the river. Lock 8, Rokeby Lock at Eagleport, is a special stop along this system of locks, the only hand operated locks still being used in the United States today. In fact, it is believed there is only one other system like this in the world, and that is in China. It was near this lock that General John Hunt Morgan and several hundred cavalry forded the Muskingum River on his raid across Ohio. Beside Lock 6 stands the beautiful Stockport Mill Inn. Today’s Inn was built in 1906 by the Dover brothers; however, there were two mills previously at this site
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hile the Muskingum River begins at Coshocton, between Zanesville and Marietta it holds many points of interest. This river is the only river navigable by larger boats within the state of Ohio. That’s all because of its system of eleven dams and locks, still in working order, that extends for 112 miles. The river received its name from the Native Americans, who called it Moos-kin-gung – meaning “Elk Eye River”. That name happened due to the large herds of elk that once roamed this valley. In those early days, the cargo on the river consisted of essentials such as salt, flour, pork and apples. A round trip took three to five weeks to go from Zanesville to Pittsburgh and back via the Muskingum and Ohio Rivers. When steamboats became popular, navigation was rough on the rugged Muskingum River so they designed a system of dams and locks to lift the boats when the elevation changed abruptly. After a boat is secured within the lock, the lock tender closes the gate and opens the valves required to raise or lower the pool level. When the water in the lock chamber has reached the required level, the lock tender opens the through gate just like they did in 1841. Sometimes the boats would attempt to go over those rugged spots without using the locks. Once in a while they succeeded, but often they ended up stuck in the river. This trip began with a stop at the Lorena Sternwheeler at Zane’s Landing Park in the city of Zanesville. While the original Lorena visited Zanesville in the late 1800s, the present one arrived in 1976 for Zane’s Trace
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THE LOCKS ARE OPEN WEEKENDS 9:30 - 6:00 FROM MID MAY UNTIL MID OCTOBER. PLEASE CHECK THEIR SCHEDULE AND CALL AHEAD IF YOU NEED TO USE THE LOCKS AT ANOTHER TIME SO A LOCK TENDER CAN BE AVAILABLE. dating back to 1842. This mill was known for its refined flours: Gold Bond, Seal of Ohio, and Pride of the Valley. It’s a perfect place to spend a night as each room has a balcony that overlooks the river. On the weekends, enjoy a tasty meal at Restaurant on the Dam. During the drive down the river, it is lined with cabins and campers for those that enjoy being near the water. Most have boats at their docks and many slides end in the river. Frequently fishermen are either on the shore or wading nearby waiting for a nibble on their line, and perhaps fish to cook over a campfire in the evening The trip ends at the first permanent settlement in the Northwest Territory – Marietta. Here the Muskingum
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Photo Above Top: Fishermen wade into the river in hopes of a great catch. Photo Above Bottom: The steamer approches Lock #3 at Lowell in the early 1900s. Photo Top Right: The lock tender hand operates the lock at Rokeby Lock #8. Photo Bottom Right: Imagine early travelers’ surprise upon seeing that the Muskingum emptied into the wide Ohio River.
River joins the Ohio River to flow eventually to the Gulf of Mexico. At their confluence, you will find the famous Lafayette Hotel, which some say still holds spirits of many travelers from the past. The locks are open weekends 9:30 - 6:00 from mid May until mid October. Please check their schedule and call ahead if you need to use the locks at another time so a lock tender can be available. Be sure to take time to sit along the Ohio River and enjoy reminiscing about those long ago riverboats that went from Pittsburgh to Zanesville along this route. They carried both passengers and freight. Barges still carry their loads of coal and steel up and down the river, and people enjoy taking a ride in their pleasure boats as well. Some things have changed, but the Muskingum River has remained the same since the days of ancient visitors. Hope you can enjoy a trip down the Muskingum River sometime soon. Contact Bev at GypsyBev@hotmail.com or follow her blog at www.GypsyRoadTrip.com
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• Avoid tourist-heavy areas. Drivers may prefer less crowded roadways to accompany the great scenery. Such drivers should visit areas that are not tourist meccas. Any area that plays home to forests and sprawling landscapes will do. • Go on foot. To get the best photos, head out at sunrise or sunset. Soft, golden light dappled by leaves will bring out the golden tones in photos. Going on foot will help you discover the nuances of the season and slow down for a change.
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EVENTS FOR SENIORS: Barnesville Senior Center 229 E. Main St, Barnesville 740-425-9101 Bellaire Senior Center 3396 Belmont St, Bellaire 740-676-9473 Bethesda Senior Center 118 S. Main St, Box 243, Bethesda 740-484-1416 Centerville Senior Center 46642 Main St, (Centerville) Jacobsburg 740-686-9832 Colerain Senior Center Box 305 72581 US 250, Colerain 740-633-6823 Coshocton Senior Center 201 Browns Ln, Coshocton 740-622-4852 Flushing Senior Center 208 High St, Flushing 740-968-2525 Glencoe Senior Center 3rd St, Box 91, Glencoe 740-676-4484 Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center 1022 Carlisle Ave, Cambridge 740-439-6681 “Piecing the Past to the Future” Quilt Show Friday, October 6th If you enjoy quilting, or just viewing these magnificent works of art, then the Senior Center has the trip for you. On Friday, October 6th, we will be departing to Granville, Ohio at 8:00 AM to attend the “Piecing the Past to the Future” Quilt Show. Spend the day gazing at the beauty of these handmade treasures while visiting the many vendors which will have a variety of items for purchase including, of course, lots and lots of fabric and other notions. We will be returning to Cambridge at approximately 4:30 PM. Please make reservations by calling (740) 439-6681. Cost for the trip will be: Members: $20.00; Non Members: $28.00
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OCT. Ohio State Theme Senior Dinner Thursday, October 19th Enjoy a delicious meal which will include: breaded, baked, bone-in chicken breast, sour cream &chive mashed potatoes, buttered baby carrots, peaches, dinner roll & butter, and carrot cake with cream cheese icing for dessert. Iced tea, water, and coffee will be available. After dinner, door prizes will be awarded before enjoying live entertainment. Please call for reservations(740) 4396681. Lansing Senior Center 68583 Scott Rd, Box 353, Lansing 740-609-5109 Martins Ferry Senior Center 14 N. 5th St, Martins Ferry 740-633-3146 Monroe County Senior Services 118 Home Ave, Woodsfiled Muskingum County Center for Seniors 160 N Fourth St., Zanesville 740-454-9761 Our Christmas Dinner November 9, 2017 Ohio Star Theater at Dutch Valley, 1387 Old State Rt 39 NE, Sugarcreek. Cost for the show is $115.00 per person. Powhatan Senior Center 97 Main St, Powhatan Point 740-795-4350 Secrest Senior Center Activities 201 High St, Senecaville 740-685-6345 St. Clairsville Senior Center 101 N. Market St, St. Clairsville 740-695-1944 Tuscarawas County Senior Center 425 Prospect St, Dover 330-364-6611 Fall Gala Friday, October 20, 10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. We will have numerous door prizes & 50/50. Help us congratulate this year’s Senior Citizen Hall of Fame Award recipient. Proceeds from the event go toward the Support Our Seniors program which helps senior citizens in need. Tickets: $10.00. Tickets go on sale September 5.
COMMUNITY EVENTS The Official Paul Bunyan Show Friday, October 06 - 08 | 8 am - 5 pm Friday and Saturday | 9 am - 3 pm Sunday The mission of the Paul Bunyan ShowSM is to provide access to current knowledge and technology which enhances the quality of life and market competitiveness of individuals, families, industries, and communities. This mission is accomplished by showcasing research, products, services, and experience through educational exhibits, presentations, and demonstrations on the forest industries, natural resources and lifestyles. Admission Prices: Adults $8 • Seniors & Kids (7-12) $4, 6 years & Under Free Wood Industry Professionals Free with pre-registration 888-388-7337 | Guernsey County Fairgrounds, 335 Old National Rd, Lore City | OhioForest.org Love From A Stranger Friday, October 13, 2017 - 7pm | Shows are Friday and Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 3pm. Book by Agatha Christie & Frank Vosper. Cecily Harrington has led a staid and proper existence. After winning a large amount of money in a sweepstake she desperately yearns for a life of adventure. Enter Bruce Lovell, a handsome and charming stranger who sweeps her off her feet. In a whirlwind romance, she recklessly abandons her job, friends and fiancé to settle in the remote and blissful surroundings of a country cottage. However, her newfound “love from a stranger” is not what it seems and in an astonishingly tense final scene, Cecily discovers the ghastly truth of her new love. Regular Tickets Prices: Adults $10.00, Seniors and Students $8.00 all shows, Children under 2 Free. 740-261-4304 | Cambridge Performing Arts Center, 642 Wheeling Ave, Cambridge | cambridgeperformingartscenter.org Ohio Hills Folk Festival Saturday, October 28, 2017 - 10 am Please join us for the annual Senecaville Fall craft show. Something for everyone! Christmas is just around the corner so come find a unique specialty gift for that special someone. Chinese Auction items will be available courteous of our artisans, as well as a chance to win the 50/50 raffle! Tickets are only $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. The kitchen will be open for the duration of the craft show. 740-685-6345 | Robert T Secrest Senior Center, 201 High St, Senecaville | secrestseniorcenter.com Trail of Treats Saturday, October 28, 2017 - 2 pm Trick or Treat throughout the woods of Deerassic Park Education Center. Many local businesses set up stations along the trail for youth to Trick or Treat in a safe, traffic free, and friendly environment. There is no charge to this event thanks to the support of the Cambridge & Guernsey County business community. This event is geared towards children under 14. This event is produced by Ohio-Made Getaways in conjunction with the merchants on Wheeling Avenue. 740-435-3335 | Deerasic Park Education Center, 14250 Cadiz Road, Cambridge | Deerassic.com
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pring and summer may be the seasons most often associated with landscaping and lawn care, but tending to lawns and gardens is a year-round job. If lawn and garden responsibilities dip considerably in winter, then fall is the last significant chance before the new year that homeowners will have to address the landscaping around their homes. Fall lawn care differs from spring and summer lawn care, even if the warm temperatures of summer linger into autumn. Homeowners who want their lawns to thrive year-round can take advantage of the welcoming weather of fall to address any existing or potential issues. Keep mowing, but adjust how you mow. It’s important that homeowners continue to mow their lawns so long as grass is growing. But as fall transitions into winter, lower the blades so the grass is cut shorter while remaining mindful that no blade of grass should ever be trimmed by more than one-third. Lowering the blades will allow more sunlight to reach the grass in the months ahead. Remove leaves as they fall. Much like apple-picking and foliage, raking leaves is synonymous with fall. Some homeowners may wait to pick up a rake until all of the trees on their properties are bare. However, allowing fallen leaves to sit on the ground for extended periods of time can have an adverse effect on grass. Leaves left to sit on the lawn may ultimately suffocate the grass by forming an impenetrable wall that deprives the lawn of sunlight and oxygen. The result is dead grass and possibly
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even fungal disease. Leaves may not need to be raked every day, but homeowners should periodically rake and remove leaves from their grass, even if there are plenty left to fall still hanging on the trees. Repair bald spots. Summer exacts a toll on lawns in various ways, and even homeowners with green thumbs may end up with a lawn filled with bald spots come September. Autumn is a great time to repair these bald spots. Lawn repair mixes like Scotts® PatchMaster contain mulch, seed and fertilizer to repair bald spots, which can begin to recover in as little as seven days. Before applying such products, remove dead grass and loosen the top few inches of soil. Follow any additional manufacturer instructions as well. Aerate the turf. Aerating reduces soil compacting, facilitating the delivery of fertilizer and water to a lawn’s roots. While many homeowners, and particularly those who take pride in tending to their own lawns, can successfully aerate their own turf, it’s best to first have soil tested so you know which amendments to add after the ground has been aerated. Gardening centers and home improvement stores sell soil testing kits that measure the pH of soil, but homeowners who want to test for nutrients or heavy metals in their soil may need to send their samples to a lab for further testing. Fall lawn care provides a great reason to spend some time in the yard before the arrival of winter.
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recommend scraping as much of the “guts” out as possible, leaving about a one-inch thickness of the wall of the pumpkin. Coat the pumpkin. Preservation methods may aim to keep the pumpkin hydrated and inhibit mold and other microbial growth. Commercially sold pumpkin preservation products, such as Pumpkin Fresh®, hold up well. Soaking and spraying carved pumpkins with a bleach-and-water solution also seems to preserve designs. Keep it out of the elements. Store carved pumpkins in a cool, dry place. This will help slow down the rotting process for pumpkins exposed to outdoor fungi, other microbes and warm sunlight. Use an artificial light source. Reduce the heat inside of the pumpkin and encourage hydration by selecting a battery-powered light instead of a lit candle to illuminate the carving. Skip the carving. Once pumpkin skin is compromised, microbes can enter. In lieu of carving, paint or decorate pumpkins in other ways if you want them to stay fresh for a long time. Glow in the dark paint can help pumpkins stand out at night. Carved pumpkins may last a week or two, while uncut pumpkins can last for a month or more. Keeping pumpkins hydrated and mold-free will prolong your designs.
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Cardiovascular Disease Interventional Cardiology
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Together, we’re able to bring our area the highest level of heart and vascular care available. We offer experience and expertise, from prevention and early detection to cardiovascular treatment, vascular consults and rehabilitation. Call (740) 630.9708 to schedule an appointment.
Gary M. Ansel, MD, FACC
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Cardiovascular Disease Interventional Cardiology
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Charles F. Botti Jr., MD, FACC Cardiovascular Disease Interventional Cardiology
OhioHealth Heart & Vascular Physicians 1325+Clark+Street Cambridge,+Ohio+43725 P: (740) 630.9708 | F: (740) 630.9709
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