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June 3rd Proclaimed As Reilly’s Dairy Day!! Reilly’s Dairy celebrated their 40th Anniversary on Saturday, June 3rd at their store on Pinnacle Road in Sauquoit. The Town of Paris and Oneida Country both proclaimed Saturday, June 3rd at Reilly’s Dairy Day. Several area politicians stopped by to say hello, shake a few hands and congratulate this local family owned business and their success over the past 40 years. Many customers, friends and well wishers turned out for the celebration. Big Frog 104 was on hand giving away t-Shirts; there were free hot dogs, chips and fountain soda and coffee; and even a free ice cream sandwich for dessert. One would have thought there was free gas as well! At one point every gas pump had a vehicle at it and there were cars waiting! Thomas W. Reilly started the Meadow View Dairy Farm in 1942, up in the Pinnacle Road hill overlooking the scenic Sauquoit Valley. The farm included milk processing and home delivery with one truck. By 1973 the business had expanded to include commercial distribution of Dairylea milk with five trucks serving a five-county area, supplying schools, stores and restaurants. In 1976 the business name was changed to Reilly’s Dairy with Richard Reilly, son of Thomas, as president. A small dairy store was opened in 1977 as a side line to the dairy business. That store was in the same location as the current store, a little closer to the road, just off Route 8 at the Sauquoit exit. The small dairy store evolved over the years to include gas pumps for Citgo gas in 1980 (the wholesale milk operation was sold in 1982), a can redemption center was built behind the store in 1983 (in response to the newly implemented NYS bottle deposit bill), a car wash building open in 1989, and selfservice storage units were added in 2000. A SubWay franchise was inside the store from 1994 to 2001. Since 2001 the store has made their own fresh -made sub sandwiches and baked goods. One of the biggest changes came in 2004 when the current store was built. The new 4,400 square foot store was set back further from Pinnacle Road to allow for more gas pumps. According to Kathy Reilly, Richards wife, they closed the original store for only one day, when they moved into the new facility. Several pictures of the original store and gas pump were on display. The gas price in one of the pictures was 95 cents a gallon! Richard Reilly, along with his wife Kathy and their children Jolene, Bethany and Karla have evolved with the times in this community store. According to Richard, in the early days cigarettes were a big seller, that has changed considerably over the years. Their location right off Route 8 has helped the gas business stay healthy. (Reilly’s switched to Sunoco gas in 1999.) This store is definitely a gathering place for locals to stop, have a cup of coffee and maybe a donut with friends. The store offers one-stop shopping for groceries, beverages, gasoline, Lottery tickets, fresh made subs, pizza and much more. (You can even buy a copy of the West Winfield STAR at Reilly’s!) And many organizations use the store as a fund-raising spot. The Boy Scouts have car washes, the Girl Scouts sell their cookies, Relay for Life had a bake sale last weekend. These are just a few organizations the Reilly’s welcome into their community store. Richard and daughter Bethany run the day-to-day store operations now. Daughter Jolene recalled how she used to take the eggs that arrived in a big box and very carefully placed them into the egg cartons, at the age of 2! Reilly’s employs 22 full and parttime employees. The 40th anniversary celebration will last the whole month of June with a special promotion every day of the month! (See details in box at right). Congratulations to the entire Reilly family on their 40 years in business!
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The Reilly Family: Richard & Kathy Reilly, daughters Karla & Bethany Reilly and Jolene Greene & her husband Ryan.
Dave Brown was on hand enjoying the day. He drove truck for the Meadow View Dairy.
Reilly’s Dairy Celebrates 40th Year Anniversary ~ A Special Offering EVERY Day in JUNE!
7 - Coffee ANY size 40 ¢ 8 - ALL Fountain Soda 99¢ 9 - ANY Breakfast Sandwich 1 @ $2 or 2 @ $3 10 - Pepsi Throwbacks 99¢ 11 - Large Eggs 99 ¢ a dozen (limit 2) 12 - KING candy bar 99¢ 13 - ANY Large Sub $5.99 14 - ANY Size Coffee 40¢ 15 - Gallon Milk 40 ¢ OFF 16 - ANY Pizza Slice $1 17 - ANY Size Slushy 40¢ 18 - Pepsi Throwbacks 99¢ 19 - ANY Bakery Case Item 40¢ 20 - Automatic Touch Free Car Wash 1/2 price 21 - ANY Breakfast Sandwich 1 @ $2 or 2 @ $3 22 - ALL Fountain Soda 99¢ 23 - ANY Large Sub $5.99 25 - Small Candy Bar 40¢ 26 - Hot Dog or Sausage 99¢ 27 - Gallon Milk 40¢ OFF 28 - Coffee ANY size 40¢ 29 - ANY Pizza Slice $1 30 - ALL Fountain Soda 99¢
YIPPEE-I-O-KI-YAY !!! The West Winfield STAR/Brookfield Courier/ Richfield Springs Mercury is now available for purchase at :
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Above: Ashlee Lallier preparing a sub. Below: The crowd enjoying the food & festivities.
L A B E L
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WHEREAS RUSSELL MILLER has always been an outstanding citizen of the West Winfield area, and has served the community, his Church and the local American Legion Post #1050 and Veterans in many capacities and
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WHEREAS He has always responded to calls for assistance when needed, and WHEREAS, He will celebrate his 87th birthday on June 14, 2017 Now, therefore be it: RESOLVED That I, Andrew Bryce, as Mayor of the Village of West Winfield, do deem it fitting and proper to proclaim Wednesday, June 14, 2017 , as
RUSSELL MILLER APPRECIATION DAY in the village of West Winfield, and urge all residents of the area to join me in recognition and appreciation of his loyal service! Given under my hand and the Seal of the Village of West Winfield on this Fifth Day of June, Two Thousand and Seventeen Andrew Bryce, Mayor Village of West Winfield County of Herkimer State of New York
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Community Events To have your event included in this calendar: geneandmary@westwinfieldstar.com/315.822.6764 Some events charge admission. June 9, Friday a130 PM Knitting w/Sara @ WW Library a2 PM & 730 PM Norman Film @ MWPAI June 10, Saturday a9 AM to 3 PM West Edmeston Community Sales BBQ Chicken & Pulled Pork, Fireman's Raffle/Chinese Auction @ West Edmeston Fire Dept. a9 AM to 3 PM Annual Craft Festival @ Spring Park, Richfield Springs a10AM 5K Colorathon @ Mt. Markham High School a1030 AM to 630 PM FrogFest @ Utica Rome Speedway a9 AM to 4 PM Leonardsville Community Days @ Leondardsville a1130 AM to 230 PM Brooks BBQ & Bake Sale @ Spring Park, Richfield Springs June 11, Sunday a12N until Sold Out- Chicken BBQ @ Cassville Fire Dept June 13, Tuesday a3 PM Computer Q & Q for Seniors @ Clayville Library a630 PM Book Club "A Spool of Blue Thread" (1st half of book) @ Clayville Library June 14, Wednesday a1030 AM 1000 Books B4 Kindergarten @ Clayville Library a12 N Book Club @ WW Library a2 PM & 730 PM Their Finest Film @ MWPAI a7 PM Glimmerglass Festival A Season Preview @ Spring Park, Richfield Springs a730 PM MV Astronomical Society @ Waterville Library aAll Day Russell Miller Appreciation Day June 15, Thursday a6 PM to 9 PM Ladies Drink Free Band @ Saranac Thursday June 16, Friday a430 PM to 7 PM Amish Dinner @ Richfield Springs Central School June 17, Saturday a8 AM to 5 PM GWHS Bus Trip to Schyulerville Timber Frame Raising @ Meet at WW Post Office a8 AM to 3 PM Worlds Largest Garage Sale @ Herkimer County Fair Grounds a9 AM Richfield Youth Sports Annual Golf Outing @ Meadow Links Golf Course, Richfield Springs a730 PM The Three Tenors @ The Stanley June 18, Sunday a7 AM to 1030 AM Donation Breakfast @ Leonardsville Fire Department a7 PM Community Choir Patriotic Concert @ MM High School June 20, Tuesday a3 PM Computer Q & Q for Seniors @ Clayville Library June 21, Wednesday a1030 AM Mommy & Me Storytime and Crafts @ Clayville Library a11 AM to 3 PM Herkimer County Senior Citizen Picnic @ Herkimer County Fairgrounds a2 PM & 7 PM Cezanne et Moi Film @ MWPAI Thursday, June 22 a11 AM DAR @ WW Library a6 PM to 9 PM Last Left Band @ Saranac Thursday a7 PM Baccalaureate @ Federated Church, W. Winfield June 23, Friday a130 PM Knitting w/Sara @ WW Library a2 PM & 7 PM Cezanne et Moi Film @ MWPAI a7 PM Graduation Ceremony @ Mt. Markham Stadium a7 PM Graduation Ceremony @ Brookfield CSD a8 PM to 12 M DJ Alan Mayne @ The Lanterns June 24, Saturday a10 AM to 12 N Graduation Ceremony @ Richfield Springs a10 AM Graduation Ceremony @ Sauquoit Valley June 26, Monday aMMCSD Foundation 20th Annual Golf Tournament @ Cedar Lake Club June 27, Tuesday 11 AM Books and Crafts for Children @ MWPAI 1 PM New York Cityscape Craft for Children @ MWPAI
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Fundraiser to benefit Sponsored by: The Order of Eastern Star State of New York
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A surprise 50th Wedding Anniversary party was held on Saturday, May 13th for S. Michael and Marcia Steiger at the Cassville Fire Department. Mike Steiger and Marcia Quick were married on May 6, 1967 at the Norwich Corners Church, Sauquoit. Their attendants were Maid of Honor, Marcia’s sister, Judy Quick Cubino and Best Man Bill Stephan. A reception was held at Harts Hill Inn, Whitesboro. Mike and Marcia are now semi-retired from their company SMSA Architectural Services located in Cassville. They have three children and nine grandchildren. Michelle & Jeff Rhymestine and their children Tyler and Jenna, Cassville. Michael Steiger & Ellie Kim-Steiger and their children, Sora, Somi, Elias and Soelle, Bunker Hill Heights, CA and Mary Anne & Craig Kaputa and their children Emma, Lillian and Julie Anne, Sauquoit. Mike and Marcia went to Michael’s Restaurant in Sangerfield on the night of their actual anniversary (May 6th). Their daughter had arranged to pay for their meal that night. When she talked to them later she determined her parents had paid for their own meal. She suggested they all go to Symeon’s the next weekend. (Then she could be sure there were no mix ups on who was paying.) Imagine Mike and Marcia’s surprise when they stopped at the Cassville Fire Department, on their way to Symeon's, to find their friends and family all waiting to yell SURPRISE! (I guess they will have to make another plan for their Symeon’s dinner.) Mike and Marcia first met when Mike was 13 years old and Marcia was 12 years old. They both attended Sauquoit school and met on the south stairwell of the original High School Building. Mike knew right then Marcia would one day be his wife!
COMMUNITY SINGERS PRESENTS
ANNUAL PATRIOTIC CONCERT SUNDAY, JUNE 18 ~ 7 PM Mt. Markham High School Auditorium West Winfield No Admission Charge Refreshments
WORD FOR THE WEEK: forgettery
All Veterans & All Active Duty Personnel are invited and will be honored!
noun
[fer-get-uh-ree]
1. a faculty or facility for forgetting; faulty memory
Origin of forgettery Forgettery is a humorous formation based on forget and (the pronunciation of) memory. The phenomenon is very common in ordinary life, such as that panicky moment when one cannot recall the name of one’s dinner partner or where one parked the car in the mall parking lot. It is a little surprising that such a useful term entered English only in the 19th century.
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Just Thinking Gene Doremus Wrong About China I thought Communist China’s days were numbered. I even believed I would see that horrible regime crumble in my lifetime. It is a harsh, authoritarian dictatorship with no respect for human rights, or the sovereignty of neighboring nations. Why did I think they would fall? Two reasons. Their recent economic boom is creating a sizable middle class. Middle class citizens have the luxury of thinking about other things besides where their next meal is coming from. They’ve obtained a decent home and a car and modern gadgets that make their life easier and comfortable. Then they become interested in life’s other pleasantries, like individual freedom, education, political stability, social and economic mobility etc.. A repressive government is incompatible with these newfound values. They begin to see strength in numbers. And before long they begin making demands for a freer, civil society. At some point they pull down the old institution and erect a new on. My second reason for thinking China will fail is the rise of modern communications. Cell phones, the internet, google, facebook, twitter and the rest will link China to the outside world. They will see the freedoms enjoyed in other places and push for change. The new technology will also allow them to have an organized mass rebellion. Support groups, news-feeds, rallies, success stories can bring hope to restless people and energize them into action. But now I’m thinking I’m wrong. The communist are staying one step ahead of the disgruntled masses. The technology I thought would bring freedom, can do just the opposite when in the hands of an evil empire. China has a government run internet. They’ve always controlled the media; press, radio, television. Apparently they realized, early on, the importance of controlling the web. And they’ve also taken full advantage of digital photo technology. They have cameras everywhere, with an army of bureaucrats monitoring all your activities. Here in America, we are all quite aware of high-tech intrusiveness. You google “sneeze” and the next thing you know ads start popping up trying to sell you cold medicine. You get the feeling someone is watching your every more. But its’ not the government, its corporate America targeting you for a sale. It might be annoying, you may even feel violated; but for the most part its’ harmless. China uses the same tactics and techniques as corporate America. Except they’re not trying to sell you something. They are monitoring you to ensure you stay in line. Google the word “Freedom.” Instead of an ad popping up, someone will be knocking on your door.
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Dear Savvy Senior,
SAMS Place Soldiers, Airman, Marines & Sailors
Why Show Up?
by Gene Tis the season when our local communities are calling all veterans to come and be honored for your service. In this edition of the STAR, the Community Singers want to sing to us, and play our service songs and enjoy some snacks afterwards. It’s called the “Annual Patriot Concert” June 18th at the Mt. Markham High School auditorium, 7 PM. I think you should go. In fact I think you should round up as many fellow vets as you can find and bring them along. One hour of enjoyable, entertaining, rousing, patriotic music. The evening is not just about us. It’s also about the United States Constitution, and all it stands for. Allow me to name a few: Peace, freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom to assemble, freedom to bear arms, prosperity, equality, justice, help to the down-trodden, elections, peaceful transfer of power, the rule of law, stability, rewards for hard word, safety. I know, I know; we’re not perfect. But there is no place on earth or in mankind’s history where so many enjoy so much. I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. And billions wish they could live here. We raised our hand and pledged to support and defend the Constitution of the United States. Then we donned a uniform and obeyed the orders of those over us. By doing so, we kept the American experiment, the American dream, American exceptionalism alive. At this very moment, many in this community are working hard to publicly say THANK YOU. Let’s honor them and the gratitude they want to bestow on us and SHOW UP.
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Nancy C. Cross West Winfield
Nancy C. Cross, 69, of County Rt. 18, West Winfield, NY, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017 at her home. She was born September 21, 1947 in Lowville, NY a daughter of Robert & Virginia More Leigh. She graduated Waterville Central School and the Utica School of Commerce. Nancy married Dale Cross in Vernon, NY in 1966. She was involved in Girl Scouts for many years and a member of the Presbyterian Church in Waterville. Nancy had worked at the Presbyterian Home in New Hartford until retiring in 2003. Nancy was fun loving, kind hearted and liked by all. She loved to travel and leaves behind many very good friends at the Sand Castle in Daytona Beach Shores, FL. Occasionally she liked to play slot machines and have a drink. Nancy, or “Nana” as her children called her, leaves behind her husband of 51 years, Dale; her daughter and son-in-law, Christine & Eric Cave, granddaughter, Hayden of Phoenix, AZ; daughter Colleen Seymour, her partner Larry, grandson Griffin and granddaughter, Peyton of Clinton; her mother, Virginia Leigh of Gilbert, AZ; brother and sister-in-law, Gary & Linda Leigh of Littleton, PA; sister and brother-in-law, Carole & Darren Brown of Gilbert, AZ. She was predeceased by her father, Robert Leigh. A celebration of Nancy’s life was held from 7 PM to 9 PM Saturday, June 3 at the Clifford J. Fulmer American Legion Post in Sangerfield. Nancy’s family would like to thank Dr. Sikder, Dr. Deb, the nurses and staff of the 6th Floor at St. Luke’s Hospital, the staff at Slocum Dickson, the Clifford J. Fulmer American Legion Post and the Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care in Oneonta. Arrangements have been entrusted to Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, Waterville.
Mr. Frederick T. Artessa Sauquoit
Mr. Frederick T. Artessa, Jr., age 44, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center with his loving family by his side, after a 10 year battle with liver disease. Born in New Hartford on July 21, 1972, Frederick was the son of Frederick T. Artessa, Sr. & Cynthia A. Colenzo. He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School/Class of 1990. Fred shared in a loving relationship with his fiancée, Dawn Fitzgerald. Fred enjoyed various positions in the food and beverage industry. He had a tremendous work ethic and energy up until his illness. He was generous, loving, kind-hearted, and he always thought of others’ needs before his own. He was extremely loyal and devoted to all his family members and friends. He was a gentle soul, and he enjoyed the serenity of the outdoors and the beauty of the wildlife that surrounded him. He loved fishing, tending to his aquariums, and caring for his cat, Sophia. He was a parishioner of St. Anthony & St. Agnes Church. Fred is survived by his fiancée, Dawn Fitzgerald, and her children who he loved as his own, Devon Fitzgerald, Dylan Fitzgerald, and Dylan’s son, Carter; his mother, Cindy A. Colenzo of North Utica and Connecticut; and his father, Fred T. Artessa, Sr. and Sheila Finnegan Mastrovito of Sauquoit. He also leaves his aunts and uncles, Thomas F. Artessa Sr., Gary M. & Christine M. Artessa, Donna M. ArtessaCreedon & her husband Bernie, Jr., Andrew & Jan Colenzo, and Frank Gerace; his many wonderful cousins, especially acknowledging Tommy F. Artessa Jr., Karri M. Artessa-Geffert & her husband Joseph and their son Joey, Carleen V. Creedon, Jason Colenzo, Jessica and Justin Dutch, and Bianca Artessa; and a host of many special friends. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Carmen A. Artessa and Joy Craig; and his maternal grandparents, Anthony Colenzo & Lucille Colenzo-Gerace. Visitation was held Friday from 5 PM to 7 PM at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. Fred’s funeral service and Celebration of Life commenced on Friday evening at 7 PM at the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of visitation with Sister Betty Giarrusso, CSJ officiating the ceremony. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
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Margaret “Peggy” N. Hoskyns Cedarville and Herkimer
Margaret “Peggy” N. Hoskyns, age 95, formerly of Herkimer and Cedarville, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at Valley Health Services after a long illness, with her family by her side. She was born on May 15, 1922 in Ilion, the daughter of Joseph & Regina “Maude” (Morissette) Norman. Margaret graduated from Ilion High School in 1940 and attended HCCC. At one time, she was married to James H. Whalen. On October 24, 1959, she was married to William “Bill” Hoskyns in Ilion. He died on December 22, 1983. She was employed at Revco Drug Store in Phoenix, AZ for 11 years retiring in 1991. In her early years, she worked at Derby Sportswear & Knitting Mill and Herkimer Tool & Model Co. Mrs. Hoskyns was a member of Sts. Anthony & Joseph Church, Herkimer, Cedarville Fire Department Auxiliary, Home League, Salvation Army since 1952, Herkimer K of C Progressive Pinocole, and at one time, was a member of Cooperative Extension & Home Bureau, Millers Mills. Margaret also enjoyed crocheting, knitting, history, and taught crafts. Surviving family members include her 3 daughters and sons-in-law, Margaret “Dollie” & William “Bill” Pratt, of Cedarville, NY, Sharon (Bond) & Earl Kellogg of Frankfort, and Audrey & Chester “Chet” Stothers of Cedarville; her son, James “Jim” B. Whalen & his husband, Tony Crisp, of Norfolk, VA; her adopted daughter, Linda Pratt of Cedarville; her 2 step-sons, William Hoskins & his wife, Marilyn of Glendale, AZ, and Leslie Hoskyns of Walnut Creek, CA; 12 grandchildren; 26 greatgrandchildren; 19 great-great grandchildren; her sisterin-law, Florida (Tripolone) Norman, of Rochester; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, Bill; infant daughter, Bonnie Lynn Hoskyns; and her brother, Joseph “Dick” Norman. Friends and relatives are invited to attend Margaret’s Graveside Services at 2 PM, Monday, June 12, 2017, at the Cedarville Cemetery, with Father Quy Vo, officiating. The Cedarville Fire Dept. Auxiliary will also conduct their White Rose Ceremony. In keeping with Margaret’s wishes, there are no scheduled calling hours. The family wishes to thank the staff of Valley Health Services for their excellent care, compassion and kindness given to their mother. Anyone wishing to share a memory of Margaret, or add to her online memorial, may go to: www.applegateandday.com In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to Cedarville Fire Dept., 960 State Route 51, Ilion, NY 13357, or National Parkinson Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131. Envelopes will also be available at the cemetery service. Margaret’s service arrangements and supervision were prearranged and entrusted to Applegate-Day & Enea Family Funeral Home original location at 102 West St., Ilion, NY 13357 315.895.7722, Don Applegate, Funeral Director.
Barbara Ann Learned Ilion
Barbara Ann Learned, age 67, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2017, at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown. She had the comfort of her loving family at her side. She was born on September 10, 1949 in Gilboa, daughter of the late Ernest & Dorothy Mae Babcock Bevins. Barbara was raised and educated in Sidney. On November 19, 1966 she was united in marriage to Bruce Robert Learned in Masonville. They had made their home in Schuyler Lake before moving to Columbia Center in 1971. For nine years she worked as a Greeter in the Wal-Mart Store in Herkimer, retiring in 2015. She was a woman of simple Christian faith. She enjoyed the wonders of nature and her animals especially horses. She named her current horse Two Socks; she also had a dog named Nina and three goats named AJ, PJ, and Neil. To all who knew her she was a kind, gentle and loving lady and will be sadly missed. Surviving are her devoted husband of 50 years Bruce, three sons, Bruce R. Learned Jr & his wife Christine of FL, Andrew Learned & his companion Janice of Columbia Center, Robert Learned & his wife Diana of Mohawk, two daughter Alice Lowery & her husband Robert of Cedarville, Anne McRedmond & her husband Jody of Columbia Center, a brother Roy Bevins & his wife Sue of Cedarville, six cherished grandchildren, Cody Learned, Justin, Ashley and Jeremy McRedmond, Travis and Sean Lowery, Several nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service was held on Friday, June 2 nd at 1030 AM in the Columbia Reformed Church Cemetery, Columbia Center. There were no calling hours. Memorial donations may be made to the Cedarville Volunteer FD, 960 Star Route 51, Ilion, NY 13357. Funeral arrangements were with J. Seaton McGrath Funeral Home, Richfield Springs.
Joyce M. Shephard Chadwicks
Joyce M. Shephard, 84, passed away on May 31, 2017 at the Presbyterian Home. She was born in Utica, NY on March 22, 1933 to the late Glenn and Marjorie Brown Baker and received her education in Chadwicks schools. On August 5, 1950 she was united in marriage with Walter R. Shephard, loving union of 33 years until his death on December 6, 1983. Joyce found love a second time with Maurice McGurk, a relationship which they have shared for over 30 years. For over 50 years she served the locals at the Willowvale Diner in Chadwicks where she made many close and lifelong friends. Joyce was also a member of E.L. Clonan Post 1000 Ladies Auxiliary where she served as president, a member of the Willowvale Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary and was active in local women’s and co-ed bowling leagues. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved her children unconditionally. Joyce is survived by her husband, Maurice, her daughters; Betty Jane “Missy” & Jeffrey Hart of Frankfort, Bonnie Jo & Gary Zittel of CA and Diane & Tony Welch of SC, her sons; Donald & Susan Shephard of Las Vegas, David Shephard & Debbie Sickler of Chadwicks, William & Linda Shephard of Oxford, Michael & Sue Shephard of Palm Bay, FL, Robert & Lori Bristol of VA, Stephen & Sharon Bristol of FL, her daughter-in-law; Brenda Shephard, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and her puppy Ashley. She was predeceased by her son; George Shephard her sister Betty Jane and her brothers Glenn and Donald. A celebration of Joyce’s life was held on Saturday, June 3 from 1 PM to 4 PM at the E.L. Clonan Post 1000 of the American Legion, Chadwicks. Please consider donations in her name to either the Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org) or E.L. Clonan Post 1000, PO Box 257, Chadwicks, NY 13319.
Kenneth J. Batson, Jr. Clayville and Utica
Kenneth J. Batson, Jr., 74, of Utica, formerly of Clayville, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2017 in the comfort of his home. Ken was born in Utica on August 2, 1942, the son of Kenneth J. & Gladys (Tracy) Batson. He was a 1961 graduate of Clinton Central High School, and continued his education at MVCC. Ken served his country with the US Army from 1964 – 1967, in Liberia, Africa as a cartographic draftsman. In his early years, Ken was employed in various construction and sales positions, and in 1985, was employed as an instructor with BOCES/ Oneida until his retirement in 2000. On September 17, 1971, Ken married Margaret E. Stoddard. Ken was a proud 50 year member of the American Legion Post #26, Clark Mills, where he served as Commander from 1992 – 1994, during which time he organized and hosted the American Legion County Convention, an achievement he took great pride in. He was a member of the Schilling, Burns, and Young VFW Post # 9591, Clinton; the DAV Chapter WHEELER Stars-Stripes #82, Utica. Ken was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, and being at his camp at Sylvan Beach, as well as traveling south for the winter. Ken was a personable man of strong character and conviction, who loved life, and lived it to the fullest, up until the end. Ken was loved and will be missed. His family and friends are thankful they were able to share so many life experiences and good times with him. Ken is survived by his wife of 45 years, Margaret, Utica; and his two sisters, Joan Batson and Judy Schrader, both of Clark Mills; as well as by many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held for Mr. Batson on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 11 AM at the Church of the Annunciation, Clark Mills. Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Those wishing, may donate to a Local Veterans Organization of your choice in Ken’s memory. Many thanks to Kenny’s “lunch buddies” at the New Hartford Legion for their friendship and support during this trying time. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heintz Funeral Home, Clinton.
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A Successful Trip to Nationals for Mt. Markham Speech & Debate Team By Sue Culver
Over Memorial Day Weekend, ten members of the Mt. Markham Speech and Debate team traveled to Louisville, KY for the NCFL Grand National Tournament. Students competed against nearly 3000 other students from across the US, representing 550 school districts. In their various events of 175-250 entries, students competed before twelve judges during the competition rounds. Their individual results were as follows: Declamation - Isabella Raux (sophomore) - 50th Dramatic Performance - Carl Neff (senior) - 38th & Isabella Vore (sophomore) - 48th Duo Interpretation - Meghan Marsh & Meghan Rodick (seniors) - 58th Extemporaneous Speaking - Kelly Allen (junior) - 56th Oral Interpretation of Literature Anna Culver (junior) - 45th, Elizabeth Foster (senior) - 47th, Emma Smith (senior) 53rd Original Oratory - Allyson Monohan (senior) - 58th
They had a wonderful experience and were also able to visit the Kentucky Derby Museum on Friday morning before the competition began. The picture is of the team posing with one of the statues outside the museum. The team and coach, Suzanne Culver, would like to thank the Mt. Markham community for their continued support of the speech and debate program here at Mt. Markham. In particular, the West Winfield Rotary, the Mt. Markham Optimists, MOMMS, the Mt. Markham Foundation, the Mt. Markham Teachers Association, the Mt. Markham School Board, Mrs. Joanna Johnson, Mrs. Dawn Yerkie, Mr. Victor Zampetti, Mr. Corey Snitchler and Dr. Paul Berry have all been a tremendous help and support. Pictured - center front Meghan Rodick. Back row - Carl Neff, Lizzy Foster, Bella Raux, Meghan Marsh, Allyson Monohan, Emma Smith, Izzie Vore, Kelly Allen, Anna Culver
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Season Preview Glimmerglass Festival
Lowering Our Property Taxes; Part III
Glimmerglass Festival Presents a Season Preview by the young artist with introductions by Francesca Zambello, Artistic and General Director, on Wednesday June 14th at 7 PM. This special concert will be held in the Historic Bandstand in Spring Park on Main Street (US Rt 20) in Richfield Springs. As with all concerts, should the weather be in-climate, it will take place in the pavilion in the park. Watch for the regular schedule of concerts sponsored by the Richfield Springs Area Chamber of Commerce during July & August. If you need any additional information, call 315.858.0964. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy this special concert.
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Awards Night Information: Mount Markham High School will hold its Annual Senior Academic Awards Night on Thursday, June 15th, 7 PM in the high school auditorium. Award sponsors will present awards to seniors. A reception will immediately follow the awards presentations. Everyone is invited to attend this ceremony. Baccalaureate Information: Baccalaureate will be held on Thursday, June 22nd, 7 PM at the Federated Church on Main Street, West Winfield. Church representatives will meet with graduates on Thursday, June 8th, at noon, in the auditorium with all information for this evening. Seniors planning to attend baccalaureate, which is sponsored by the area churches, are asked to sign up in the high school guidance office in June. (Seniors will wear their caps and gown for this evening) Graduation Information: Mr. Victor Zampetti, High School Principal, has announced the High School Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2017 will be held on FRIDAY, JUNE 23rd, at 7 PM at the Mt. Markham Mustang Stadium. The event is planned to take place at the Mustang Stadium behind the high school or in the high school gym, if weather does not allow for outside. A decision will be made no later than 5 PM on that day, if it becomes necessary due to the weather, regarding moving the ceremony into the high school gym. Rehearsal for graduation will take place on Wednesday, June 21st at 9:00 a.m. at the high school. Seniors MUST attend rehearsal if they plan to participate in the graduation ceremony. Information regarding rehearsal and baccalaureate will be mailed to parents the week of June 6th. If anyone has questions regarding any of the above information, please feel free to contact the high school guidance office at 315.822.2927.
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By Mary Doremus The second “Shared Services” meeting took place on June 1st. (Gene wrote about the first Shared Services meeting and the Public Hearing in previous issues of the STAR.) At this meeting, there were three presentations given: Health Insurance Consolidation given by Mary Carol Evans, Gilroy, Kernan & Gilroy Shared Energy given by Barbara Blanchard, MEGA (Municipal Electric & Gas Alliance Shared Purchasing given by Sheri Ferdula, Herkimer County Budget Officer/Purchasing Agent Ms. Evans explained how a consortium is formed to take advantage of potential savings when purchasing health insurance. Currently most of the towns & villages in Herkimer County fall into the “under 100 employees” category. By joining or forming a consortium, there would be a potential savings because everyone would be part of a larger group. If the county could gather numbers on how many municipalities (number of employees) would participate, Gilroy, Kernan & Gilroy would gather preliminary data on costs. One point Ms. Evans made was, to form a new consortium the process takes about 2-3 years. There may already be formed consortiums the municipalities could take part in. Ms. Blanchard explained how MEGA is a non-profit community-based energy savings program serving local governments. They do not buy or sell electricity or natural gas. They do combine the power load of their government customers, then go to the open market to seek bids. There is no cost to the municipalities to participate and the process to sign up is very simple. A form was distributed to everyone. Ms. Ferdula provided a list of Herkimer County Bids/ RFP’s that can be used by any municipality. She also explained the Empire State Purchasing plan (group purchasing) whereby, for a one- time fee of $195, a municipality would have access to over 9,000 vendors. She will work on getting more information or links onto the Herkimer County web-site. After the presentations Mr. Peplinski and Mr. Wallace asked everyone to sign up for Sub-Committees. Suggested committees were: Highway, Fire/Police, Health Insurance, Shared Purchasing, Code/ Assessing. Additional suggestions from the attendees were: Water/Electric, Public Safety. The Executive Summary of the 2010-2011 Herkimer County Highway Shared Services Consolidation Study was handed out. The complete 121-page document can be found on a link from the home page at the Herkimer County web-site. A second Public Hearing will take place on June 14th at 615 PM. According to the County-Wide Shared Services Initiative “the success of this initia-
tive – and consequent savings to taxpayers-depends upon robust public participation and engagement.”
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As you might recall from the last Public Hearing, there were four people from the “public” who attended the meeting, that included Gene and me. I wouldn’t call that “robust public participation”. The next meeting of the municipalities will be on July 6th at 530 PM. Mary’s thoughts – I did not look at the list of municipalities in attendance; my quick hand count as everyone introduced themselves was 10. (19 municipalities were at the last meeting in May.) There were about 40 people at this meeting, including the presenters, the press and Herkimer County employees. There are 30 municipalities in Herkimer County. Does this mean most towns/villages are not buying into this initiative? Will their lack of participation make this a failure? The completed plan needs to include a total anticipated savings in the Tax Savings Plan Summary. The plan is to be submitted to the Herkimer County Legislature by August 1st. To my knowledge the newly formed sub-committees have not yet met. The plan is due in 54 days. What are the chances the data will even be gathered in time to submit a plan by August 1st? I am an optimist. I do not like to admit defeat. I want this initiative to succeed. I want my property taxes to be lowered. I would surmise most people participating in getting this work done have other full -time jobs, family commitments and who knows what else. I think they are going way above and beyond what their positions call for, but all for a good cause. I want to thank everyone who is volunteering their time to try and make this work! Do I honestly think the towns, villages and Herkimer County can get this done? My answer would have to be no. Do I think there are other ways New York state can help us lower our property taxes? Yes, stop passing unfunded mandates down to the counties! (That is the primary reason our property taxes have gotten out of control.) Gene and I will continue to cover this initiative, so stay tuned!
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Composer Debuts at School’s Spring Concert
“Curiosities of Columbia�
By Donna Rubin, Town Historian The lush, green hayfields around us are gradually morphing into those huge alien-looking white marshmallows, perhaps a reminder of the summer of 1993, when “crop circles� appeared in a field of ripening oats beside Route 28 just north of the blinker light at Jordanville Road. On the west side of the highway, a field on the Pyc farm received wide attention from local residents and created a new tourist attraction. The design, called a pictogram, consisting of round shapes of various sizes connected by narrow “pathways,� had been reported by someone seeing it from the air. In the field the pattern appeared to have been formed when the stalks of the oats were flattened against the ground in a unique design. So many of the curious stopped to view the strange site that a traffic hazard was created, and the property owner asked the NY State Police for help in keeping people off the property. Hundreds of sight-seers showed up, and at least nine arrests were made for trespassing. “Crop circles� have a long history (see Wikipedia,) especially in Britain, and there are many books devoted to the topic. As happened locally, they usually attract investigators of various types who measure, map, poke, and probe, taking samples of soils and plants. In this case the Columbia formation was declared “legitimate� by the national Mutual UFO Network after samples were analyzed by a lab in Michigan. Their report noted that “the formations are formed quite rapidly by some intense energy beam or vortex which swirls and flattens the grain stalks, leaving structural anomalies in the cellular structure on the grain.� The Connecticut Center for Crop Circle Studies determined Columbia’s design to be similar to some found in Saskatchewan. And I say, “to each his own!�
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School concerts bring nervous jitters to student performers while audience members absorb the youthful musical talent- squeaks and shrills provoking grimaces as well as those astonishing moments like revealing a melodic soloist. An amplified moment of awe for the audience at the Richfield Springs Central Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Concert on May 18 occurred when Paul Blake, the instrumental instructor for grades 5-12, transferred his conductor command of the 7-12th band to â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of our own,â&#x20AC;? and then Blake took a percussion assignment. Jacob Calta, a sophomore, relocated from a drum at the side of the stage to center-stage at the conductorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stand for the song he composed entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Adagietto.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was born out of a small melody I wrote on a nice evening like this about a year ago,â&#x20AC;? Calta says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realize that it would become my debut. This piece, I feel, is an interesting work that balances the strength of the theme with the drama provided by a passage [for horns] that employs improvisational technique, known as an aleatoric element.â&#x20AC;? Adagietto means a rather slow tempo-70â&#x20AC;&#x201C;80 beats per minute. A team of local musicians have been involved with Caltaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s musical skill development for the past 4 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jacob is a gem,â&#x20AC;? says Blake who has mentored Calta for the last three to four years on composing, and conducting. Former Owen D. Young band director Tom MacMillan worked with Calta during his freshman year and was extremely supportive, says Calta. MacMillan played guitar with the Jazz Band during the same concert which played one of MacMillanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s songs. Currently, Calta receives composing guidance from Sasha Matson, a retired SUNY Oneonta professor who taught a film music course. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fantastic and brilliant composer,â&#x20AC;? Calta says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a great deal of respect for him and he is very candid with me in terms of critiquing. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve learned from him the value of things like keyboard skills and indirectly writing by hand after seeing some of his manuscripts.â&#x20AC;? Two organs, an electric piano, lots of blank staff paper and being â&#x20AC;&#x153;surrounded by fantastic musicâ&#x20AC;? at Glimmerglass Opera will fuel Caltaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music composing this summer. He makes his Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) sounds in the GarageBand application. MIDI is digital data that is a set of instructions to tell an electronic device such as musical instrument, computer sound card or cell phone how to generate a certain sound. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has been a wild ride to music,â&#x20AC;? Calta says. Love of film led Calta to researching film making, which led to Calta discovering film composers like Jerry Goldsmith (The Twilight Zone, Star Trek, Rudy), Bernard Hermann (Alfred Hitchcock movies), Max Steiner (Gone with the Wind) and John Williams (Steven Spielberg and George Lucas films). â&#x20AC;&#x153;I own too many movies to count,â&#x20AC;? Calta says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was in love with the art form. I honestly began composing for my own amusement. Then I felt it created a sort of emotional release I hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t previously had.â&#x20AC;? Apparently, Calta has a large quantity of creative energy to outlet as it goes for writing short stories, playing instruments, composing music, animating, sketching, making short films and photography. Future plans for Calta is to continue his music pursuits and incorporate it with film making; hence his dream musical job is a film composer. Other school accomplishments include receiving the Coachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Award for Boys Track & Field at the Sports Banquet last week and earning acknowledgement on the Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List for an academic average of 95 and higher. This composer and artist has recently begun sharing his work and passion on social media. Search Jacob Calta on YouTube and Twitter. He also authors a film blog offbeatmarquee.blogspot.com. Photo: Sophomore Jacob Calta conducts the Richfield Springs School Band performing his song while Band Conductor Paul Blake plays percussion. Photo by Katherine Winslow.
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PROPANE FILLING station, Rentals: walk behind brush mower, small engine tuneups, parts & accessories, equipment & tool rental. See us for your specialty oil needs, Amsoil. Heater repair. POOL SUPPLIES. Port-aJohn Rentals Christian Fabrication Rentals 1033 US Hwy 20, W. Winfield
The annual meeting of the Leonardsville Cemetery Association will be held at 7:00PM on Sunday, June 11, 2017 at the Leonardsville Fire Hall, Mill Street, Leonardsville, New York. All owners and other interested persons are invited to attend. Patrick Shields Association Secretary
Part-Time Secretary Needed Applied Coatings, LLC, 122 South St. West Winfield; Flexible Hours; Apply by e-mail or in person. E-mail: info@appliedcoatingsny.com
EQUIPMENT
Notice of Formation of Fulton Chain Land, LLC, Art. of Org. filed with Sec’y of State (SSNY) on 4/6/17. Office location: Herkimer County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to PO Box 601, 102 Lakeview Ave., Old Forge, NY 13420. Purpose: any lawful activities. 3 7
The Town of Plainfield will hold a regular meeting on June 8th at 700pm in the Town Hall .
315.822.0135 DENTISTRY General Dentistry Services Provided Monday-Friday 8 AM - 430 PM 103 Burrows Road West Winfield, NY
Ferris, Kubota, Cub Cadet, Case-IH, Stihl, New & Used. Pickup & Delivery Largest Parts & Service Department in Central NY WhitesFarmSupply.com White’s Farm Supply 962 State Route 12 Sangerfield
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED LOCAL LAW NO. 3 OF 2017 TOWN OF LITCHFIELD, NY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Litchfield Town Board will hold a public hearing at the Town Hall, 804 Cedarville Road, Ilion, New York at 7:30 p.m. on June 13, 2017 on the proposed Local Law No. 3 of 2017, a local law titled “Solar Energy Facilities Local Law”. A full copy of the text of the law can be obtained from the Town Clerk’s Office during normal business hours. By Order of Litchfield Town Board Dated: 5/31/2017 Nicole Edwards, Town Clerk 31 7
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CLICK'S CAKES LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 4/28/2017. Office in Herkimer Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 130 Main Rd., Herkimer, NY 13350. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Principal business location: 220 South Main St., Herkimer, NY 13350. 10 14
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Please take a look at your mailing label on this paper. If it has 6/17 after your name, your annual subscription is expiring at the end of JUNE. To renew your subscription, drop a check in the STAR Box or mail to PO Box 6, W. Winfield 13491 or pay online. For Herkimer, Madison, Oneida & Otsego post offices - $29.50. If age 60 or over and first responders then $28.50. All other post offices $39.50.
Notice of Formation of: Levellie Farm, LLC Office Location:, Herkimer County, NY Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on 3/1/2017. SSNY is designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served, and SSNY shall mail process to David S. Levellie, Sr. & Seth G. Levellie, 2022 St. Rte. 169, Little Falls, NY 13365. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 10 14
HELP WANTED Part-Time Office Worker Position AND Part –Time Lawn Maintenance Position Scenic View Campgrounds, West Winfield; looking for hard working & reliable applicants; For more details call: 315.204.4136
LEGAL NOTICE TAKE NOTICE the Tax Warrant for the collection of taxes for the Village of West Winfield has been filed with the Village Clerk Treasurer. Taxes may be paid by mail or at Bisby Hall between the hours of 9:30 AM and Noon on weekdays, without penalty through July 3, 2017. After that date a penalty of 5% plus 1/2 per cent per month will be added until November 1, 2017 at which time all unpaid taxes will be forwarded to Herkimer County for relevy on the 2018 County Property Taxes. Maximum State Aid estimated is $46,700.00 Salaries for elected officials are as follows: Mayor $2,000.00 annually 4 Trustees $1,250.00 each annually MARY EILEEN UCEKAY VILLAGE CLERK TREASURER WEST WINFIELD, NEW YORK 13491 7
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FERGUSON FUELS West Winfield, NY (315) 822-6144 Your ONLY Local Fuel Dealer Authorized THERMO-PRIDE Dealership
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Jeannies Dream is the place to stay whether you are coming for a family reunion, fall foliage, to visit the Baseball Hall of Fame, Cooperstown Dreams Park, or one of the many other attractions the area has to offer. Our clean comfortable rooms will leave you refreshed. In the morning, grab a cup of coffee as you enjoy a beautiful view and prepare for a fun filled day for you & your family.
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2017 Rabies Clinics Wednesday June 14th 530 PM to 7 PM Ilion-Frankfort VFW Pavilion 4274 Acme Road Frankfort
Tuesday June 20th 6 PM to 8 PM Edmeston Town Barn See Herkimer County and Otsego County web-sites for complete details. For Dogs, Cats & Ferrets
Talking Opera Porgy and Bess
The Guild of Glimmerglass Festival’s Talking Opera on Monday, June 12 at 7 pm in the Parish Hall of Christ Church, 69 Fair Street, Cooperstown will be about Porgy and Bess, America’s first great opera. Kevin Miller, a Glimmerglass Festival principal coach and accompanist will lead the program which is open to the public and free of charge. Refreshments and informal discussion follow the presentation.
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Consignment Auction
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Breeder Auction
Sunday, JUNE 11 @ 1133 AM
Consignment Auction
Saturday, JUNE 17 @ 633 PM
Consignment Auction
Saturday, JUNE 24 @ 633 PM
Breeder Auction
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FOOD Auction
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THE BROOKFIELD COURIER
BCS 4th Graders Get Schooled the Old-Fashioned Way Brookfield News By Janith Burch
The class of 1951 enjoyed lunch at the Beaver Den recently. Those attending were Katherine Calhoun Spoor, Pauline Lamb Chabot, Jim Jennings and his wife Midge, Vaughn Pudney and his wife Barb, and Jerry Burch and his wife Hazel. Also attending was Gail Abrams. Jim & Jane (Wiswell) Strom of Castle Rock, Colorado enjoyed a few days in Breckenridge, Colorado with Jim's family recently. It was nice seeing Jayme Havens from Oklahoma at the alumni picnic Sunday. He traveled the furthest. He was in the class of 1977. Rich Witter also was there from that class. There wasn't a big attendance but everyone had a nice afternoon. Prayers for those who are sick & in the hospital. Thought for the week "Jesus came to usher peace into our lives and our world." Our Daily Bread
Madison County Health Department June Immunization Clinics
It Happened In Brookfield, By Elizabeth “Perk” Stalter On Wednesday, May 31rst, the 4th graders from the Brookfield Central school spent the day· at the Giles oneroom School. They saluted the flag and sang "You're a Grand Old Flag". Entering the wood room/cloak room, they signed their names in the visitors Book, donned bonnets and caps, and each received a tag with the name of a pupil who had attended the school in years past. Each 4th grader would be called by that name during the day. In this old-fashioned setting the following lessons were presented: GEOGRAPHY; Identify on the wall map of New York State, certain places, Counties and Towns, etc. TOPOGRAPHY; Identify the Adirondacks, the Catskills, the Mohawk Valley, the Hudson River, and why is the map in colors? etc. LOCALITIES; Name as many of the seven plus roads in the Town of Brookfield as you can! MUSIC; Learn the words to the ballade "Bill Grogan's
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.22’s are here in Remington, Winchester Federal, CCI, and Aguila!! Hornady ELD bullets are here in .224, .308,.6.5mm, and 7mm. We’ve got .260 Rem brass coming in and already here is 6.5 Creedmoor, 6mm Creedmoor(new caliber) .308 Win, .22-250, 7mm Rem Mag, .45-70 Gov’t, .30-30 Win, 22TCM, .270 Win, 30-06, 500 S&W, 460 S&W, 454 Casuall, .357 Mag and others. Got reloading kits in stock from Redding, RCBS, and Hornady. Father’s Day is coming so drop some hints about how much you’re gonna save by rolling your own. Powder just came in, the new IMR Powders Red, Green, and Target!!! Already here are Benchmark, Varget, H335, H380, Accurate Arms 4064, 2520, 2015, 2230, Hodgdons Hybrid 100V, Win 748 and 760 and Auto Comp! Ever see a Coonan .357 Magnum semi Auto pistol? Come see ours!!
Goat", and was it a successful conclusion for the goat? SPELLING; Going through the alphabet, fill in the blanks for " __ my name is ; My husband's name is ; We come from and we sell RECESS; A lively two-team contested sack-race was held outdoors. Each team won one round and they tied a third time. They played an action game called "I Saw a Bear", which has a surprise ending! The large bell in the tower was rung before and after lunch-time, conversation-time and question-time. The afternoon session began with: HISTORY; Name ten wars fought for freedom and liberty. Identify pictures of founding fathers and the names and locations of monuments, etc. DRAMA; Two young ladies very effectively pantomimed the actions necessary for the musical play "Grandfather's Chest" (which also has a surprize ending). POETRY; Dividing into three separate groups, the children provided the Choral Reading for the poems, "The Mysterious Cat" and "The Wind is a Cat". They practised emphasizing words and sounds 'til they sounded really great! ART; The theme for this year's Madison county Fair is RED, WHITE,& BLUE. In keeping with this, each student colored a 'banner' which will be on display in the Historical Society's booth at the Fair. After class, a FIELD TRIP was held in the Display Room of the Historical Society. Heard were many 'oohs' and 'aahs' and 'look at this'! The children left after a busy day, and their teacher (the former Miss Perkins) felt satisfaction with time well spent.
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Please bring your health insurance card, most insurance plans accepted. Some fees may apply. To make an appointment, call 315.366.2848 or visit www.healthymadisoncounty.org. All clinics will be held at the Madison County Health Department, 138 N. Court St., Building 5, Wampsville and are by appointment. June 9 (Friday) from 1230 PM to 330 PM June 16 (Friday) from 830 AM to 1130 AM June 23 (Friday) from 1230 PM to 330 PM June 30 (Friday) from 830 AM to 1130 AM
LEONARDSVILLE SCHOOL REUNION The Leonardsville School Reunion will be held at Noon on Saturday, July 8, 2017 at Orchard Hall (2955 Oneida Street, Sauquoit), where a luncheon buffet will be served at 1:00 PM. RSVP before July 1, 2017 by sending your check for $15.00 per person to Leonardsville School Reunion c/o Kathy Inman, 10993 Davis Road, West Winfield, NY 13491 (please make checks payable to Leonardsville School Reunion and include your class year on the memo line) The classes to be honored this year will be the graduating classes of 1947, 1957 and, of course, 1942 (75 years) and 1967 (50 years).
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