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Greetings Fellow Readers, As you read this, the routine of September will be upon us. Back to school, pools closed, dew on the morning grass and life goes back to what I always referred to as “ordinary time”. For many, life becomes more chaotic with school, sports and after-school activities. For my fellow teachers the pace kicks up with lesson plans, meeting new students and creating that magic which helps our children to love learning. (Teachers, don’t forget you always get 10% off of all book sales in the shop! Just remind us that you are a teacher. Trish will give you a card to show at the counter. This is my “pay it forward” to all teachers who spend out of pocket for classroom supplies!) While you read this, I may still be on my vacation in northern Maine. Our trip to Sebec Lake is like a pilgrimage to sacred space! The clean pine-fresh air, the cool nights, the crystal water, The star filled skies, the fresh produce stands, the county fair, visiting with family, it centers us, relaxes us and reconnects us to the years spent on the lake. My husband’s family has lived near the lake since the 1800s. My first visit was when I was 27 and I instantly felt the connection that this was more than just a vacation. The first camp that we stayed in belonged to a great uncle of my husband who was a Universalist minister in Philadelphia, PA. The camp was a gift from his parishioners because his wife grew up on a farm on the lake. Although I never knew Max, I felt his presence thru the books that lined the walls of the camp. I learned more about his spiritual connection by the Emerson, Mary Safford and Sanborn. Many pages were dog-eared and underlined with notes for his sermons. Poetry, art, music books as well as books on fishing adorned the walls surrounding the stone fireplace. My husband said that Max viewed fishing & hiking as two incredible ways to meditate and feel the presence, grace and power of the universe! We wholeheartedly agree with this. After my time alone with my husband and my dog Seamus I return to my “ordinary time” refreshed, renewed and ready to pick up my life that I left behind. I will be bringing 10 books with me along with knitting projects and am very excited to have the time available to read relatively uninterrupted! I have had a wonderful time reading Markus Zusak’s book, “The Book Thief” here in the shop on my breaks, but I have been reading for two weeks. Uninterrupted, I might be able to do it in 2 days, with breaks for swimming & hiking! I have brought a rather eclectic mix of books with me with authors: John Hart, Mary Hogan, Stephen King (of course), Veronica Roth, Laura Caldwell and a few others. I cannot wait to settle in with a cup of tea, a molasses cookie, slice of fruit medley pie, or carrot spice bar and a good book. I shall settle in with Seamus very close by as I listen for the call of the loons, the screech of the eagle or even the light hum of the dragonflies or hummingbirds. 4
While I am in Maine the store is in the very capable hands of Linda, who many of you know, and Larry the former owner. I could not take this time without their generosity! I will be returning Sept. 8th and look forward to seeing you all again. Just a reminder that our trade credit policy is: no more than 6 books at a time unless pre-arranged with me. They must be free of odor, dirt, dust, in as close to new condition as possible, though I will accept overly loved books if they are still sellable. Books should never be dumped outside the door of the shop. Though I do not “buy” books, computer credit is assigned and will take an additional 22% off the lowest price of a book in the shop at the time of purchase. With the return of children to school, don’t forget that my background was in elementary/middle school education and as a curriculum coordinator as a Principal, I might be able to help you find just the right books for your children. You can always e-mail, call ahead or contact me online through our website or Facebook page. Facebook: Tattered Pages, LLC is my page. Please visit and like. When I get to 100 likes I could have new features offered to businesses. One of the services that I offer is doing the browsing for you. If you contact me with your request, I will look for you and let you know if I have it in stock, and hold it for you until you can come. I also order online, and you will never pay full price with me. This is some of the ways that I can always beat the big box store. As always, with every sale of $20 you can choose a free book from a special selection. I do still have some books for $1 and gently used toys for sale in the shop. I also carry the beautiful earrings, Designs by Dana, who is featured at the Delmar Farmer’s Market. Fight boredom, educate, excite, with the most affordable method of entertainment…books! Here at Tattered Pages we will do our best to make that search for just the right book our priority! Until, next month, we thank you for helping me to keep my little shop an important part of the Glenmont community.
Trish, Linda & Seamus
Patricia Eldridge is the owner of Tattered Pages, 365 Feura Bush Rd. Glenmont, NY 12077 #447-9910, mytatteredpages@gmail.com, tatteredpages365.webs.com Open Mon., Tues. Wed. 10-5 Thurs. 10-6 Friday 10-7 Sat. 10-4
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& Now Fighting Fires in Delmar By Susan E. Leath The horse drawn fire apparatus of the Delmar Fire Company is seen in this c.1917 postcard. The company made use of the engine house building on Kenwood Avenue as early as 1912.
On Sunday May 21, 1911 members of Delmar’s newly inaugurated fire company responded to the ringing of the church bell and sped to a chimney fire at the home of Frank Bennett. According to a newspaper report, Assistant chief Frank Snyder directed his men from his automobile and firefighter James Huested climbed the roof while the other firemen formed a bucket brigade to pass water up to him. The chimney fire was successfully doused. Such was Delmar’s first official fire call.
was purchased to be used as the fire hall. Besides providing for the firemen and their apparatus, the new fire hall hosted clambakes and carnivals and other community events. In 1934, the company was changed to the Delmar Fire Department. The Ladies Auxiliary was established in 1937 to advance the civic welfare in the community, promote harmony and good fellowship among its members and cooperation with the Delmar Fire Department.
The Delmar Fire Department has participated in many parades over the past 100+ years, especially Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. This photo is from about 1920.
The story of this landmark building is told in its roof lines and brick work. Seen here about 1970, the front portion, the former Adams House, is Town Hall. The fire house and bays can be seen projecting out to the rear.
Change was in the air in 1950, when the The Delmar Fire Company No. 1 was Town of Bethlehem agreed to purchase formally established six days earlier on the white pillared Adams House building Monday May 15, 1911 with 70 volunteer and convert it for town offices (town hall members. Alton C. Rowe, Sr. was elected chief. occupied the building until 1980.) Contracts A proposition requesting $1200 for for the new fire hall were let in fire apparatus would soon be voted Alton C. Rowe, Sr. was the first chief of the Delmar Fire Company. November of 1950 by the board of on by the village. One early piece He served from 1911 until 1933. Rowe was a community-minded fire commissioners of the Delmar of equipment was a 1917 American Bethlehem businessman who served as Bethlehem’s supervisor Fire District for construction LaFrance soda and acid truck on a from 1924-1931. For many years Rowe was on the board of immediately adjacent to the old Ford chassis. In 1925 a new Larabie directors of the Bethlehem Mutual Insurance Company, a building. The front door would that was established in 1854 and is still in business Hose Cart was purchased and the company face Adams Street. The fire house today as the Community Mutual Insurance Company. Rowe died company’s 1934 Mack fire truck is September 27, 1968 after recently celebrating his 100th birthday. now known as Station One has still seen on parade today. been improved and enlarged over Roweland Avenue in Delmar was named after him. the years including the six bays on In the early days of the company, they made use of the Nathaniel Blvd side. Station Two on Feura Bush the Kenwood Avenue engine house. In 1920 the Road was added in 1970. former Adams House Hotel on Delaware Avenue
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ASK THE Do I Really Need a Flu Shot?
Jennifer Cerulli, Pharm.D., AE-C, Pharmacist Paul Pagnotta, Pharmacist, Co-Owner, Four Corners Pharmacy, Delmar
What is the Flu?
The flu is a common respiratory illness that is caused by the influenza virus. The flu season usually starts in October and goes until May peaking in the winter months. It is estimated that 5%-20% of the US population gets the flu every year causing more than 200,000 hospitalizations and about 36,000 deaths. People who are risk to get more severe illness are those older than 65 years or those who have a medical condition such as: diabetes, heart disease, asthma, kidney disease, or pregnant women. Children younger than 5 years of age are also at higher risk.
What are the Symptoms of the Flu?
The symptoms of the flu are more severe than the common cold. Symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, tiredness, runny or stuffy nose, chills, or body aches. Some people get vomiting and/or diarrhea. Not all patients get all these signs at the same time and it varies for each person.
How is the flu virus spread?
When someone who has the flu coughs, sneezes or talks, droplets can be released and land in the mouths or noses of people nearby. People may also catch the flu by touching their mouth or nose after touching something with the virus on it, such as doorknobs, tables, or an infected person’s dirty hand.
2) Take Preventive Steps: Flu virus is easy spread, so prevention is the key. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol based hand sanitizing rub. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth to help prevent the spread of germs. Try to avoid close contact with those who are infected. And If you are sick, stay home for at least a day. 3) Take an Antiviral Medication If Your Doctor Prescribes It: There are antiviral prescription medications available. If taken in the first 48 hours of symptoms, these medications can help reduce the severity or duration of the symptoms. However, not all patients with the flu need these medications. Where Can I Get Vaccinated? The flu vaccine is available and flu shot clinics are now in full swing. Contact your doctor, pharmacist or your local health department to find out where to go. .
What vaccines are available?
There are two types of vaccines, the flu shot and the nasal spray. Both cause the body to produce antibodies to fight the flu. The flu shot provides inactivated (killed) flu virus by injection. It is approved for people older than 6 months. The nasal spray is a mist given in your nose that provides weakened live flu virus. It is approved for healthy people 2 to 49. The spray is not approved for use in pregnant women.
Are the flu vaccines safe?
The CDC closely monitors the safety of vaccinations. As the vaccinations are designed to stimulate the immune system, they do not give someone the flu. The flu shot contains inactivated (killed) flu viruses that cannot cause illness. The nasal spray contains weakened live viruses which cause infection in the cooler temperatures found in the nose. Some patients do experience mild symptoms such as headache, nausea, muscle aches, soreness at the injection site (injection), or runny nose (nasal spray) shortly after the vaccination and last 1 to 2 days.
What Can I do to protect myself and my family from Who should NOT get the vaccine? the flu and its complications? Patient who have a severe allergy to chicken eggs, a history There are 3 important steps for prevention: 1) Get Vaccinated. This is the single most important thing to do for protection. The seasonal flu vaccine can be provided either by injection or a nasal spray. The seasonal flu virus changes each year so it is important to get vaccinated every year. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months and older receive the vaccination.
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of a severe reaction to a flu vaccination, moderate-tosevere illness with a fever (wait until you are better to get the vaccine) or Guillain–Barré Syndrome should talk with their doctors about immunization.
Resource: Visit the CDC’s flu website (http://www.cdc.gov/flu/) or www.flu.gov for the latest information