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By Jennifer Skarbek Smith for Hometown magazine s an engine loudly revs with the pent-up power of a raging bull, a sporty black Nissan 240SX breaks out across the hot summer pavement and approaches a curve in the road at a breath-taking speed. Without warning, the car slips crosswise, doing a sideways slide through the bend, tires jetting across the blazing asphalt with no regard to the laws of physics. Gliding, not gripping, the vehicle careens past the guide rail as smoothly as a baker’s spatula sweeps the frosted top of a cake. Suddenly, the tires of the car are steered opposite the force of the turn, jolting the vehicle back into forward alignment. The

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intense sight and sound of the spectacle just witnessed is only surpassed in grandeur by the intoxicating aroma of high-octane exhaust and burning rubber as the cloud of smoke settles to the road and disperses. This thrilling event was no accident, nor a result of careless driving. Rather, in what may seem to some people as an extreme negation in the standard rules of driving, this technique is the purposeful product of a combination of over steering, clutching, and braking—a motorsport called “drifting.” Having originated

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ate of Punxsutawney High School, Class of 1934, and a graduate of Clarion State Teachers College, Class of 1942. Punxsutawney’s “monument man” is, by way of introduction, Lt. Stephen Kovalyak. Family members of “Uncle Steve” continue to live in the area. Though young at the time—he had returned from the war in 1946—they cherish memories of him and share them at family gatherings. And in recent weeks, they have expanded their knowledge of his involvement in the work of the MFAA. Though Lt. Kovalyak is not portrayed in the film adaptation, he worked with the group of men who were featured in the movie—art conservator George Stout, portrayed by Clooney; sculptor Walker Hancock, portrayed by John Goodman; and museum curator James Rorimer,

By S. Thomas Curry ray, John Goodman, and Matt Damon— for Hometown magazine changed the names of the real monuments n mid-February, a war movie about a men who carried out the task as victory in group of men and women in World Europe drew near in 1945. War II was released. These soldiers— These heroes of World War II were a part from thirteen allied nations—had re- of a program called the Monuments, Fine ceived a special assignment by order of Arts, and Archives (MFAA) Division. President Roosevelt and General “Ike” They were men and women with expertEisenhower. ise as museum directors, art historians and The order expressed concern for millions curators, artists, sculptors, architects, and of pieces of valuable artwork and cultural educators. treasures that had been looted by Adolph Hitler and the Nazis as they overtook European nations. Paintings, sculptures, church treasures, jewelry, books, among other items were forcefully taken from cathedrals, museums, and families by the Nazis and stored in caves in remote areas in Nazi-occupied countries. This special group was tasked with tracking down, locating, recovering, and protecting these stolen art Bernterode, Germany, May 1945. Monuments Men George Stout (left), treasures, and, at Walker Hancock (center right), and Steve Kovalyak (right) during the exof Bernterode. The soldier standing between Stout and Hancock the end of the war, cavation is Sgt. Traverse. Kovalyak is a Punxsutawney area native. (Photo credit: returning them, Monuments Men Foundation, Walker Hancock Collection) when possible, to their countries of origin or to the original As a result of the movie and a couple of owners of the pillaged collections. books, the general public has become Partially based upon a book written by more aware of this unique part of World Robert Edsel and published in 2009, the War II military history. For nearly seventy movie, The Monuments Men, was released years, so little was known about it. and recently appeared in area theaters in Of interest to residents of the PunxClarion, Indiana, and DuBois. sutawney area is the fact that one of the Focusing on a group of seven “monu- monuments men—one of the nearly 200 ment men,” the Hollywood version of the Americans who took part in the mission— story—starring George Clooney, Bill Murwas a Punxsutawney area native, a gradu-

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To run his drift car safely, Manners must wear fireproof gloves and shoes, as well as a full body suit.

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Manners said about his friends’ involvement with import models. According to Manners, his fascination with drifting was boosted when he attended a competition for the first time. He said that the experience prompted him to try to build his own car. Thus, at fifteen, before he even got his learner’s permit to drive, Manners purchased a 1992 Nissan 240SX from a friend in Johnstown and commenced the task of converting it into a competitive drifting machine. In addition to replacing the motor, transmission, and suspension of the vehicle, Manners installed a fivepoint harness and roll cage-safety features necessary to compete. “I taught myself how to work on the car,” Manners said. “I had to figure out what worked and what didn’t.” An acquaintance of Manners from Pittsburgh took notice of his knack for the sport and began taking Manners to drifting events and introducing him to an array of people on the competition circuit. Manners commented, “He kind of got me into the ‘Big Leagues’ of it [drifting],” adding that he has met such notables as Chris Fosberg and Vaugh Gittin. Once Manners’ car was ready to run, he quickly built up his drifting skills through much practice. Then, in 2012, Manners began to compete at the professional amateur level. His first season went well with Manners placing in top spots in half of the events. “I go all over the place to compete,” Manners said, mentioning in particular such states as West Virginia, Ohio, New Jersey, and New York. Apparently his hard work and dedication paid off; for, during his second year of competition, Manners was able to capture third place in the 2013 U.S. Drift East Coast Championship-a series of races held in a tri-state region. In order to transport his vehicle and supplies any distance with a truck and trailer, Manners said that he has relied heavily on his dad, Henry, who also employs his son at his business, M&M Trucking and Metals. “My dad is my biggest help,” he added.

Once at the track, Manners said that it is typically him, his girlfriend, Holly Waltman, and a friend or two who act as a pit crew, repairing and maintaining the car as needed. He can also count on assistance from any of the other drivers because, at drifting events, there is a friendly atmosphere, with fellow competitors lending a hand when needed. Although there are a lot of similarities between dirt track racing and drifting, it is the differences in competition that places drifting in a class of its own. Each event is comprised of both individual and paired races. Starting with a sixteen-spot bracket, the field is narrowed through a series of qualifying and eliminating contests until the top two drifters remain. Tandem runs involve two laps around the track, with each driver taking a turn as the lead car or the chasing car. A trio of judges allots points to each competitor based on style, line, and the speed and angle of driving with a maximum score of 100 points. Due to the fact that there are only two laps per battle, Manners feels that competitions are stressful. With much riding on mere seconds of drifting, Manners said, “You have to give 110 percent the whole time.” Even though Manners calls his drifting interest a hobby, his serious dedication to the sport is catapulting him through the ranks. Manners has already obtained his 2014 Formula Drift license but has his sights set on the professional bracket next year. A big factor in his being able to compete at a higher level is finances. On top of the cost of vehicle repairs and going through about forty-five tires per season, Manners reported that the entry fee alone for a pro event runs from ten to twenty thousand dollars. After a short winter break, Manners will soon pull his wheels out of the garage and fire up for practice at locations in Midvale, Ohio, and Beaver Falls, with the official drifting season running from May through September. In his four-year journey from spectator to participant, Manners is aware of the distance he has traveled to improve and advance. He said, “I’ve gotten a lot better and smarter. It’s not just pulling on an ‘E’ brake and sliding. There’s a lot involved in drifting.” •••

The Toothpick Man By Mary Ellen Pollock-Raneri for Hometown magazine always loved Sundays when I was a little girl growing up in Punxsutawney. Watching Rocky and Bullwinkle was delightful as I poured over the cartoon section in the Pittsburgh Press. Felix the Cat, Beetle Bailey, Dagwood and Blondie, Brenda Star, and Nancy were among my favorites. Sprawled on the green swirly carpeting in our living room, I could really spread out the big newspaper pages and watch television at the same time in the early Sunday morning hours. Dad would wash and wax the car in our little driveway in Fairview while I read the funnies until it was time to go to church. Mom worked in the kitchen making homemade sauce with pork bones for spaghetti—my favorite food. From my funny papers’ compound in the living room, I could smell the tomato and garlic Sunday morning air freshener float from the kitchen, and I relished the thought of lunch after Dad and I attended noon mass at Saints Cosmas and Daman. Generally, around eleven o’clock, Daddy and I both dressed in our summer church duds. I can still see him in his short sleeved white shirt with a clip on his striped tie. When he dressed for Mass, Dad always wore a gold-colored, State Police tie clip and his shiny black shoes screamed that they were just polished with Kiwi. Clad in little lace gloves with a patent pocket book and a white doily on my head, I was as prepared as any young Catholic girl could be

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One of the World War II Monuments Men was Punxsutawney area native Stephen Kovalyak, who is pictured in class yearbooks. In the picture above, he is shown as a member of the 1932 Punxsutawney High School football team in the front row, second from right, and in the picture below, he is seen as a member of the 1942 Clarion State Teachers College wrestling team, seated center in group of eight.

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sought employment for a few years. Today, his relatives recall that “he worked his way through college.” In the fall of 1938, Steve entered Clarion State Teachers College as an older student. In a 1942 interview for the student newspaper, Steve revealed he had chosen Clarion because Waldo Tippin, athletic director and head football coach, visited him after seeing him play baseball one summer. At Clarion State, he earned four letters in football and one in wrestling. Steve went to Clarion with little experience in the latter sport, but in two years became a wrestling star at the school. Wrestling was an intramural sport between area colleges before it became a varsity sport in 1941. During those years, Steve was a 155pound wrestler as well as the team’s coach. In school records, he is recognized as starting the wrestling program. His team was called the “Kovalyak Krunchers.” His college life also included participation in a scholar-athlete fraternity, the International Relations Club, Inter-Fraternity Council, and Student Sen-

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later. In Stephen’s family were four brothers, a sister, a half-brother and half-sister. Stephen Kovalyak never married. However, several nieces, of Kovalyak and Shenosky heritage, live in the area (the daughter had married John Shenosky). A nephew is living in Reynoldsville. The 1934 Punxsutawney High School yearbook says of him that “he has gained for himself a great deal of popularity” and describes him as being “usually jolly” and having “a carefree attitude.” He was tagged with two nicknames: “Scootch” and “Shorty.” He was a star football player for two years as a 140-pound halfback, earning two letters in the sport. He also had an interest in wrestling, track, and swimming. While a student he played summer baseball as a third baseman with the Anita Cubs in Punxsutawney’s Junior Baseball League. As was a family custom in the 1930s, following high school graduation, Kovalyak

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By Judy Freed for Hometown magazine ixty-five years after I was born, I was told a story that dramatically changed my outlook on life. It involves a Hudson, but has nothing to do with a river in New York. While visiting Ruby, my ninety-year-old cousin in Ohio, we sat at her kitchen table as she showed me her family photo album. One fascinating story led to another, and then she gave me the details of an incident that I never knew had happened. Although the smaller details were sketchy, the larger ones nearly made my eyes pop from their sockets. The year was 1946. My father was at the wheel of his 1940 Hudson, and my mother was in the passenger seat. Ruby rode in the back seat. She was unsure of their destination, but how they reached it remained vivid in her mind. For some unknown reason, the car veered to the right, hit an embankment, flipped over once, and landed back on its wheels. Amazingly, my father never missed a beat. He picked up right where he left off and continued driving without interruption. To further complicate things, Ruby stated that my mother was pregnant at the time— with me! It goes without saying that, back in 1946, no seatbelts held the car’s passengers in place. Consequently, three heads hit the roof, maybe more than once. As I listened intently to Ruby, it took awhile for everything to sink in. I thought, “What a sturdy vehicle that Hudson must have been to withstand such a traumatic accident!” The fact that everyone survived, including yours truly in the womb, was even more stunning. It is unfortunate that my parents chose not to tell me this incredible, hair-raising saga. I could have used that information at points in my life to reinforce the importance of seat-

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Altaussee, Austria. Removal of priceless works of art from the salt mine at Altaussee posed problems for Monuments Man George Stout. LEFT PHOTO: July 9, 1945. Stout constructed a pulley to lift Michelangelo’s Bruges Madonna onto the salt cart to begin its trip to Belgium. Visible on the left (back to camera) is Punxsutawney native Steve Kovalyak, an expert in packing art, who was a key assistant to Stout. (Photo credit: National Gallery, Washington, D.C., Gallery Archives) RIGHT PHOTO: July 10, 1945: Stephen Kovalyak (left, face partially hidden by sculpture), is seen with George Stout transporting Michelangelo’s sculpture. (photo by unidentified photographer courtesy of Thomas Carr Howe papers, Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.)

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ate. His majors were English and social studies. In 1942, Kovalyak was honored among those selected in “Who’s Who” in American Colleges and Universities. In his sports world and campus social connections, another characteristic of Steve was noted in his yearbook write-up: “He is also interested in singing which he often modestly demonstrates to the delight of his fellow students.” Another publication described him as “Steve, the popular singing guard . . . .” Years earlier, a similar observation was included in his 1934 PHS year book: “Almost every time you see ‘Steve’ he is singing, whistling, or humming to himself.” This particular trait is fondly remembered by family members, who recall their grandmother singing around the house, too. They also recall Steve’s voice and his version of Danny Boy. In his 1942 interview with the Clarion student newspaper, Kovalyak remarked that “to earn a living by singing would be his dream come true.” Originally, he had wanted to study voice. Stephen Kovalyak’s Clarion years were also the years before the beginning of World War II. Being drafted into military service was a future faced by many students on campus. As the war escalated in Europe, the student newspaper, in May 1941, polled students, including the popular Stephen Kovalyak among them. The poll question was “What do you think of the Draft?” Although many students were, no doubt, drafted, others received deferments to continue their education. Commissioned a second lieutenant in March 1942, Stephen Kovalyak entered the Army in July 1942. His military journey led him to the intelligence branch of

the infantry in October 1942. He learned to study maps “to gain information relative to contour, topography, intersectioning and resectioning,” according to the Clarion State student paper’s news about - Continued on page 10

Stephen Kovalyak’s Journey to Monuments Man August, 1915 — born in Anita, Pa to George & Mary (Taczak) Kovalyak. Summer 1932-34 — played baseball for Anita Cubs May, 1934 —graduated from Punxsutawney High School September, 1938 — enrolled in Clarion State Teachers College January, 1941 — wrestled, and coached CSTC varsity wrestling team May, 1941 — honored in “Who’s Who” in American Colleges and Universities March 1942 — commissioned a second lieutenant in U. S. Army May, 1942 — graduated from Clarion State Teachers College July, 1942 — entered active duty in the U. S. Army October 1942 — in 1st Intelligence Platoon, stationed in Georgia May, 1944 — attends Oxford University, England, for special courses April, 1945 — at Torgau, Germany as Russian interpreter May, 1945 — on the staff of Monuments, Fine Arts, and Archives section, (MFAA), - Monuments Men July 1945 — packing specialist to help evacuate valued art pieces December 1945 — discharged from Army; Post-war — returned to CSTC as athletic coach (wrestling & football)

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Continued from page 8 its alumni. In May 1944, the Punxsutawney Spirit’s column “We’re in the Army Now” noted that Kovalyak, now 28, was among U.S. soldiers in England taking special courses at Oxford University. Along the journey, he was introduced to the Russian language and in April 1945 was transferred to Torgua, Germany, where he served as a Russian interpreter when Soviet and American troops met and took another step to end the war. During this time, the ‘monuments men’ were locating many of the plundered art treasures. To help move them to collecting points two additional lieutenants were needed. Lt. Kovalyak volunteered to serve as an art packer. In May 1945, the group was sent to a salt mine near Austria. Other discoveries of looted art followed. The lieutenant from Punxsutawney was now a member of the staff of the Monuments, Fine Arts and Archives Program, nicknamed the “Monuments Men.” At this time, the thirty-year old Anita native and PHS graduate worked shoulder to shoulder with art specialists. The website of the Monuments Men Foundation lists Lt. Stephen Kovalyak among the many others who served. The site notes that “[Kovalyak] worked primarily in the field, evacuating repositories filled with stolen and hidden artworks.” His team of MFAA officers was led by forty-eight-year-old George Stout and forty-one-year-old Thomas Carr Howe. Others on the team were Lt. Lamont Moore, age thirty-six, and Capt. Walker Hancock, age forty-four. Steve and George Stout often shared a room together. The works of art had to be hauled and delivered without damage, and Lt. Kovalyak was regarded as the team’s packing expert. In his paper “Experiences of a Monuments Officer in Germany,” published in May 1946, Capt. Hancock writes of Kovalyak: “One of them became so fired with enthusiasm for packing and transporting works of art . . . He must have been a wrestler, for he looked and moved like a formidable one.” Hancock also recognized Lt. Kovalyak’s lively and bubbly spirit—“laughing, shouting some new joke”—and continued describing his work: “Obstacles he invariably hurdled without the slightest show of effort.” Often, no proper packing materials were available, and the team had to improvise. For example, the Germans had stored uni-

forms and equipment in the caves, so the monuments men cut gas-proof boots into pads to tie between paintings. Much of Kovalyak’s work included days deep in the salt mine at Alt Aussee near the Austrian Alps, where the team packed and loaded one of the most important pieces that it found—Michelangelo’s sculpture of the Madonna and Child. It had to be padded and tied up to be brought out of the mine. With no packing materials handy, they opened wood crates stored in a chamber of the mine and found hundreds of rough, heavy fur coats made for the German troops on the Russian front. These became the new packing materials for the task. Lt. Comdr Howe observed a close bond between older team leader George Stout and the younger Kovalyak. Stout demanded perfection in packing, and Kovalyak strove to perfectly pack the works of art. “George had a fatherly affection for Steve,” Howe said, “and a quiet admiration for his energy and resourcefulness and the way he handled the men under him.” Kovalyak’s duty was to find the workers to help load and haul the treasures on tenton German cargo trucks. Many times, his work parties consisted of German prisoners or whoever he could roundup in the neighborhoods. He had developed an interest in photography through a German photographer who worked the Special Evacuation Team to record the team’s experiences. When possible, for leisure, Lt. Kovalyak would take side trips to view the beautiful, picturesque landscape of the Austrian Alps and attempt to capture the moment. He had taken his love of and pleasure in music with him to his European assignments, a love and pleasure noticed by his team members. In Howe’s book of monument men experiences, Salt Mines and Castles (1946), he comments on Kovalyak’s passion: “Steve always sang when he was in a particularly happy frame of mind.” In one instance, when the team was sorting and selecting pieces, Steve arrived for a briefing. Howe writes, “. . . we heard a door slam. The chorus of ‘Giannina Mia’ sung in a piercingly melodic baritone echoed from the stairs. ‘Steve’s home!,’ said George [Stout].” After months of packing works of art, and with enough points earned for his discharge, Kovalyak left his service with the monuments men. Discharged in December 1945, he returned to Pennsylvania, to the Clarion State Teachers College campus as - Continued on page 12

Lives Change at the Punxsutawney Library: Celebrate National Library Week By Carol Ellshoff for Hometown magazine n April, the Punxsutawney Memorial Library joins libraries in schools, on campuses, and in communities nationwide to celebrate National Library Week, April 13-19, a time to highlight the value of libraries, librarians, and library workers.

During this year’s National Library Week, the library introduces two new meeting room spaces. You’ll remember that over the winter, the library had renovations to create meeting rooms and replace the front doors and the circulation desk. We are showcasing these spaces at an open house—from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. April 12—to kick off National Library Week. The library board of trustees will have fun activities and delicious refreshments available for everyone who wants to check out the library’s new digs. The library also introduces our new logo. We’ll be using the logo on library cards, tote bags, and more, as well as using the logo to outreach to help community mem-

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them. Whether offering e-books and technology classes or programs for early literacy, the staff listens to the community and responds. The Punxsutawney Memorial Library serves, at no cost, southern Jefferson County—Bell, Big Run, Gaskill, McCalmont, Oliver, Timblin, Perry, Porter, Punxsutawney, Ringgold, and Young—and also Banks, Canoe, and North Mahoning Townships in Indiana County by providing Internet access, including Wi-Fi; Microsoft Office programs, including Word; weekly children’s activities and early literacy pro-

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By the staff of Hometown magazine and the Chamber of Commerce rom staff of Hometown magazine and the Chamber of Commerce and the Community Calendar at Punxsutawney.com, here is a list of events and happenings coming up in our area: n March 29: Shot Clinic & Tack Swap, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Punxsy Saddle Club. n April 1: First Tuesday Community Meal, 5 to 7 p.m., Punx’y Presbyterian Church. Free and open to the public. n April 2: Penn State DuBois Networking & Career Fair Event. For information, call Stephanie DeMaro at 724-773-3953 or PSUCareerWest@psu.edu. n April 3, 4 & 5: Variety Show, 7 p.m., PAHS Auditorium, put on by the Senior Class to benefit the Margaret C. Boles Foundation. n April 3, 4 & 5: PAHS Y.A.M. Gallery Show, 7 p.m., opens 15 minutes before the Variety Show. Will be on display each night of the show. n April 12: Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Brayden Wyant, age 5, awaiting a heart transplant, 4 to 9 p.m., Anita Fire Hall. Adults, $8; kids 4-11, $4; and 3 and under, free. n April 12: The Punxsutawney Library will be hosting and open house and mixer from 2-4 pm to show off their new renovations. Hope to see you all there n April 13: Palm Sunday begins Holy Week. Worship services for Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday will be at many local churches. n April 15: American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m., SSCD Church, sponsored by Punx’y Lions Club. n April 20: Easter Sunday! n Junior Achievement is looking for a few volunteers to mentor children in our area. We need volunteers for both SSCD all grades for April and for Longview grades 2 and 3 for May. Each class requires 5 sessions. All materials would be provided to you. If anyone can help with this great experience please let me know. n May 10: Golf Tournament, 9 a.m. start, at Punx’y Country Club. Benefits the Salvation Army’s programs and services to help those in need. n June 13: Sidewalk Prophets in concert, 7 p.m. PAHS auditorium, benefits Punx’y Christian School. Call 938-2295 for information. n The Snowflake Campaign is underway. The Punx’y Chamber of Commerce is seeking financial donations to refurbish the snowflake lights that adorn the town during the holiday season each year. Donation jars can be found at local businesses. For information, call the chamber at 938-7700. n Evening School Computer Classes for adults at Jeff Tech this Spring. Visit www.jefftech.us and go to the Adult Education tab for information. n The Weather Discovery Center offers lots of fun activities through the month. Call 938-1000 for information. n Pirate Ticket Fundraiser, for Aug. 29 Pirates vs. Reds game, benefits Weather Discovery Center. For pricing, call 938-1000. n The Punxsutawney Memorial Library has several on-going programs,

from yoga to book clubs to kids’ activities, for readers of all ages. Call 938-5020 for information or visit the library. n PACC Cheerleading will return in Spring 2014 at the Punxsy Area Community Center. Call 938-1008 for information. n The Punxsutawney Area Community Center’s Fitness Center is open 7 days a week. Memberships are available. Along with the fitness center, PACC offers classes in belly dancing, Zumba, batting cage, virtual golf, kettle blast, cycling, AM men’s basketball, Pilates/Yoga, gymnastics, Senior Strength, SilverSneakers, and open gym time. For information regarding class times and fees, call 983-1008. Activities and dates are subject to change. We welcome your news! Non-profit organizations are welcome to send their events for Around Town to:wgiavedoni123@gmail.com. For-profit events can be listed in Around Town, six lines for $25 •••

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wrestling coach. For a great number of his post-war years, he was a Pennsylvania school inspector for the Department of Education. Sports fans remembered him. Family members recalled that he was sweet and smart—and always singing. During family visits, he showed slides of the Austrian Alps—“where the movie Sound of Music was filmed,” he often told them. In 1953, his account of the valuable work in the army as a World War II monuments man was recorded in an interview with the Punxsutawney Spirit. His generation has passed on. In 1997, Kovalyak died, and his obituary contained no mention of his World War II service. Now, nearly seventy years after the war, we have been reacquainted with Punxsutawney’s monument man. (Note: The writer greatly appreciates the research contributions of the following to the story: Debbie (Decker) Norris of Rosenberg, TX (near Houston), Helen (Shenosky) Meko, Julie (Meko) Brocious, Karen Kovalyak, Martha Rumbosky, (of Punxsutawney), Tom Shenosky (Draper, Utah), Elizabeth Hudson, (Monuments Men Foundation), Laura King (Director of Alumni Relations, Clarion University Foundation), Lauren Stark (College Art Association). •••

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Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April. For more information, visit the Punxsutawney Memorial Library in Barclay Square, 301 East Mahoning St, call 9385020, or see the library’s website at www.punxsutawneylibrary.org. Libraries hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5 pm. Friday and Saturday. •••

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A Family Tradition Of Helping People (Editor’s Note: ‘From Our Past,’ researched by S. Thomas Curry, features items of interest from past editions of Punxsutawney and area newspapers.) March 9, 1892 — The snow in the woods is about three feet deep, and back in the hollow, where the big maple trees are, it will stay six weeks, even though the rain descends and the sun shines. This will be favorable to sugarmaking. Gentle reader, did you ever carry sap? Did you ever put a yoke on your shoulders with a bucket hanging to each end, and toil along with your boots full of snow and your heart full of bitterness, bark your shins against a log, and fall over and spill the sugar water all over yourself? Oh, the joys of sugar making. (Punxsutawney Spirit) March 16, 1898 — This is the sassafras season. The small boy diggeth up the root, and behold his mother bringeth it to town and selleth it, and straightway purchaseth a supply of tobacco for the old man, who cheweth and smoketh with serene content. Sassafras is not only great medicine, but it is pleasant unto the taste. After the blood has been thickened by a winter’s consumption of buckwheat cakes, copious draughts of sassafras tea will restore it to its normal condition. (Punxsutawney Spirit) March 16, 1898 — It was a peculiar sight on Mahoning street last week to see one side of the street covered with mud while the other part was covered with dust. The south side of the street, that is shaded by the building, was covered with mud, while the opposite side, where it is more exposed to the sun, was covered with dust. (Punxsutawney News) April 7, 1870 — PICTURE WANTED. Anyone being in possession of a photograph or other picture of Russell Mundorff, will confer a great favor by leaving it with the relatives of the deceased, as they have no picture of him. It will be copied off and returned to the owners again. (Punxsutawney Plaindealer) April 12, 1899 — R. T. Daugherty, the popular young photographer who has his studio in town, is doing a first-class business. Although he is a young man he has had considerable experience and turns out first-class work at popular prices. Mr. Daugherty expects to remain in Eleanora the coming summer and start a branch gallery at Rathmel. He has traveled considerably for the last few years and has quite a collection of views taken in thirteen different states. One of his latest experiments is the photographing of a mining machine by flashlight at work in No. 2 mine. (Punxsutawney News) •••

By PRIDE for Hometown magazine

asteel Chiropractic is one of the newer businesses in Punxsutawney. Ian T. Casteel, Doctor of Chiropractic, is the practitioner seeing patients at 410 East Mahoning Street, Punxsutawney. Dr. Ian Casteel, a graduate of the Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa followed in a family tradition. His grandfather, Don Casteel, the patriarch of the Casteel family, began Casteel Chiropractic in 1952 in Clearfield. His three sons, Gary, Mark, and Scott, also graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic and established practices in Clearfield, Philipsburg, and Dubois. Members of the third generation of the Casteel family who graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic include Ian, his sister, Keely, and brother, Joel, and a cousin, Coulton. The younger members of the family have joined their father’s in practice or branched out to establish practices in new communities.

Members of the Casteel family of chiropractors include (front row, l-r) Don Casteel and Keely Casteel, (middle) Ian Casteel, Mark Casteel, and Gary Casteel, (back row) Josh Casteel, Joel Casteel, and Scott Casteel.

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Dr. Ian Casteel enjoys his practice in Punxsutawney, where he is ably assisted by office assistant Emily Shiock. He enjoys the small-town atmosphere, where people are friendly and helpful. As an avid hunter and fisherman, he also enjoys the abundance of outdoor opportunities offered in the Punxsutawney area. In his practice, Dr. Casteel sees a variety of patients—from infants to older adults. Those who stress their bodies on the job, during exercise, or while playing sports make up the majority of his patients. As a hands-on practitioner, Dr. Casteel employs a natural approach to helping patients alleviate pain and strengthen their bodies. “The most common complaints patients have when they come to us is headache or pain, particularly back pain,” said Dr. Casteel. “Other frequent areas of pain include shoulders, elbows, and knees. Our first step is to complete a

patient history and a description of the problem. I use X-rays to identify the problem area before conducting the appropriate adjustment.” According to Dr. Casteel, most patients experience relief early in their treatment and with periodic visits can maintain active, pain-free lives. The most rewarding part of his work, according to Casteel, is when he sees the results. He likes knowing that patients have pain relief and can even be pain free after an adjustment. He enjoys seeing infants, who with minimal adjustment, go from being fretful and uncomfortable to being pleasant, happy babies. Perhaps one of the most rewarding cases Dr. Casteel has experienced was a young lady who was experiencing fainting spells. She had consulted other practitioners, but they could not seem to find a reason for her problem. After a complete work-up, Dr. Casteel was able to perform an adjustment on the spine

near the brain stem which completely alleviated her spells. Dr. Casteel looks forward to continuing success in his practice and to contributing to the community. He is currently a member of the Punxsutawney Area Chamber of Commerce and welcomes the opportunity to become more involved in the community. He can be reached Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 9am to 1pm & 3pm to 8pm at 410 East Mahoning Street, Punxsutawney, PA, or by calling 814-938-4400. ••• Catholic Daughters

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Tue., Apr. 1 Sat., Apr. 5 Tue., Apr. 8 Thu., Apr. 10 Fri., Apr. 11

Sat., Apr. 12 Tue., Apr. 15 Thu., Apr. 17 Tue., Apr. 22 Thu., May 1 Fri., May 2 Tue., May 6 Wed., May 14

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4 p.m. 9 a.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m.

12:30 p.m. at Kane Invitational TBA at DuBois 4 p.m. at Butler 9-10 Meet TBA Elk County CatHoliC 4 p.m. HollidaySBurg 4 p.m. at West Central Coaches Meet TBA at Bradford 4 p.m. at Districts 2:30 p.m. (boys only)

TRACK & Field 7th & 8th Grade

Wed., Apr. 2 Tue., Apr. 8 Thu., Apr. 10 Sat., Apr. 12 Mon., Apr. 14 Wed., Apr. 16 Wed., Apr. 23 Sat., Apr. 26 Wed., Apr. 30 Fri., May 9

ClEarfiEld 4 p.m. indiana 4 p.m. at Bradford High 3:30 p.m. at Altoona MS Relays TBA at St. Marys 4 p.m. at Hollidaysburg 3:30 p.m. at Altoona 3:45 p.m. at Johnsonburg Invit. TBA at ECC / DuBois 4 p.m. at Altoona MS Championships TBA

SOFTBAll Varsity & Junior Varsity Wed., Mar. 26 Wed., Apr. 2 Sat., Apr. 5 Tue., Apr. 8 Sat., Apr. 12 Mon., Apr. 14 Wed., Apr. 16 Thu., Apr. 17 Wed., Apr. 23 Thu., Apr. 24 Mon., Apr. 28 Wed., Apr. 30 Thu., May 1 Mon., May 5 Wed., May 7 Fri., May 9 Mon., May 12 Wed., May 14 Thu., May 15 Schedule subject to change. Not responsible for typographical errors.

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Good Luck to all Teams! James “Moon” VanSteenberg Jefferson County Treasurer

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Junior Varsity Continued

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Lent speciaL:

4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 12 p.m.

Mon., Apr. 7 Sat., Apr. 12 Wed., Apr. 16 Thu., Apr. 17 Wed., Apr. 23 Fri., Apr. 25 Mon., Apr. 28 Wed., Apr. 30 Fri., May 2 Mon., May 5 Wed., May 7 Mon., May 12 Wed., May 14 Thu., May 15

at Hollidaysburg WilliaMSPort duBoiS CurWEnSvillE at Brookville altoona St. MaryS at Bradford ClEarfiEld at Philipsburg at DuBois HollidaySBurg BrookvillE at Altoona

4 p.m. 12 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 4:15 p.m. 7 p.m. 4:30 p.m.

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Mon., Mar. 24 duBoiS CEntral CatHoliC 3:30 p.m. Tue., Mar. 25 ClEarfiEld 3:30 p.m. Wed., Apr. 2 St. MaryS 3:30 p.m. Tue., Apr. 8 at Johnsonburg 3:30 p.m. Thu., Apr. 10 Elk County CatHoliC 3:30 p.m. Tue., Apr. 15 at Bradford 3:30 p.m. Wed., Apr. 16 duBoiS 3:30 p.m. Thu., Apr.17 BroCkWay 3:30 p.m. Wed., Apr. 23 at Clearfield 3:30 p.m. Fri., Apr. 25 at DuBois Central Catholic 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Tue., Apr. 29 at DuBois Thu., May 1 at Brockway 3:30 p.m.

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Beechwood, Pennsylvania, a mining town where Archie Pride was born. Collection of Shirley J. Sharp

Coal Memorial

nity of Adrian. After the mines closed, he worked at the Punxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;y Beef and Provisions Company and later at Loree Footwear ComContinued from page 9 pany. A lifelong resident of Adrian, he and Punxsutawney. He and his father worked as his wife, the former Anna Sabarich, raised miners at Walston until John was employed three children. The third and fourth generaas a bookkeeper for the Elk Run Brewery. tions of Canton family have been successDuring the period between 1905 and 1911, ful, some continuing to live at Adrian and he relocated to others who still call Phillipsburg where he Adrian their home. Germanaged a brewery. ald Canton, a teacher in He returned to PunxChagrin Falls, Ohio, has sutawney about 1911 honored the memory of and again worked for his grandfather, Samuel the minesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;this time â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pedoâ&#x20AC;? Canton. as a weighmaster. Archie Pride was a secLater in life, he worked ond-generation miner at the Punxsutawney whose father, Frank Iron Works as a bookPride, came from Scotkeeper. He was known land to work in the for his integrity, indusnewly mines opened at triousness, and friendBeechtree in Snyder liness. He was a Township in the 1880â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. member of the German Frank Pride was a staBeneficial Society and tionary fireman at the attended SS Cosmos mines. Archie, born in and Damian Roman the Beechwoods in Catholic Church. The 1902, lived in a number third generation of the of mining communities Kuptz family found in the Punxsutawney careers as electricians area. His father worked and with the railroads. for the Buffalo, The fourth generation Rochester and Pittsburg includes managers in Coal and Iron Company, business, teachers, and which operated many of other professionals. William Leksell, when he was a young the local mines. Archie John B. Kuptz has miner, on his way to work. Courtesy of the followed in his fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s been honored by his Leksell Family. footsteps and worked great-granddaughter with the same company in mines they Jeanne Curtis, a former school librarian. opened in Indiana County, including Iselin Samuel â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pedoâ&#x20AC;? Canton was a second-genand MacIntyre. He married the former Betty eration miner at Adrian. His father Joseph G. Mallory, and they had four children. He Canton came from Italy to the United States was a proud member of the United Mine about 1890 to work in the mines. In 1900, Workers of America. Archie Prideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work as Joseph married Severia Ciranni, and they - Continued on page 28 raised ten children in the mining commu-

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he prevalence of soy products in recipes and ready-made foods has skyrocketed in recent years. Soybased milk products and others that substitute soy with more traditional ingredients are no longer relegated to the outskirts of the neighborhood grocery store. While soy is being consumed in greater numbers than in decades past, some people are still unaware of the various health benefits and advantages to including soy in their diets. Soyfoods provide a number of nutritional benefits for people of all ages. According to the Soyfoods Association of North America, recent studies have indicated that eating soy at an early age may help protect against some diseases, including breast cancer, later in life. Soy also may help improve cognitive function. People largely turn to soy to maintain a healthy weight and control their cholesterol, as soy can replace foods that are higher in saturated fat, calories and cho-

lesterol. For example, a glass of whole milk contains 150 calories and eight grams of total fat. Soy milk, however, comes in between 80 and 100 calories and may have roughly four grams of fat. The fat is mostly healthy fats, as there are only trace amounts of saturated fat in soy products. Soy also has cholesterol-lowering properties and can be beneficial to those who are lactose intolerant. Vegetarians and vegans routinely turn to soyfoods as a main protein source. Soyfoods can offer a number of healthy benefits, including providing a lean protein source that is lower in saturated fats than other forms of pro-

tein. Calcium-fortified soymilk offers the same nutritional value as cowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s milk but can still be consumed by those who are lactose intolerant. Soy can help many people maintain healthy weights, and soyfoods promote cardiovascular health. While soyfoods can be beneficial, such foods are not perfect. Allergies to soy are possible, and as with any dietary supplement, moderate consumption may be all thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s necessary to provide nutritional benefits. Overconsumption of soy may not provide the desired results. One concern regarding soy is its rela-

tionship to genetically modified organisms, or GMOs. Reports suggest that the vast majority of soybeans produced in the United States are GMOs. While these soybeans are primarily used for livestock feed, many foods that people eat also contain GMO soybeans. The jury is still out with regard to the impact that GMO foods have on personal health. Proponents of GMOs say their use makes agricultural products safer and more affordable. GMO crops may be resistant to pests, eliminating the need for herbicides and pesticides. But opponents of GMOs say that they may be harmful, as they might have less nutritional value, incite allergic reactions, cause problems with liver function and be harmful to the planet. Individuals who still want to enjoy soy products such as tofu, miso, tempeh, soy sauce, soy milk, and foods that contain soy lecithin, an emulsifier, can opt for organic products and those that specifically advertise no GMO ingredients. More and more food manufacturers are heeding consumer demand for foods that do not contain GMOs, and producers of soyfoods are no exception. Brands like Silk(R), Tofurky(R), Wildwood(R) and Eden Foods(R) produce soy products that are GMO-free. Read labels to determine if soy products contain GMOs. â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘

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Community Blood Screening Tests Coming Soon

he very popular annual bloodscreening events held by the Punxsutawney Rotary Club, along with medical provider Punxsutawney Area Hospital and its staff, will be coming soon. The events will be held from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 26, again from 6 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 3. The Punxsutawney Area Middle School cafeteria will be the site of both screenings. People can register for these valuable health screenings, starting March 15; by going online to www.punxsyrotary.com not only to register, but also to pay online by credit card and to pick their appointment time. Registering and paying online will result in faster check-ins at the screenings and will avoid standing in line to make payments. Paper registration forms will also be mailed to past participants during the week of March 17. Those can be filled out and returned with a check for registration and pre-payment, following the instructions that will accompany the form. Those using the paper mail-in forms will need to check in at the screenings to receive and sign their confirmation form. To take advantage of this low-cost program you must be registered no later than April 22 for the first week or by April 29 for the second week. Everyone must pre-register; no walk-ins will be accepted. Registration takes only a few minutes, and online registration is recommended, as it can be done from any computer, at any time, and is a totally secure web transaction. Mail-in application forms can also be picked up at the Punxsutawney Chamber of Commerce. You can call the Chamber at 814-938-7700, extension 2, with regis-

tration questions or issues. The Chamber will then have a Rotary member get back to you. Remember that appointments are limited and are filled on a first-come, firstserved basis. All blood-screening participants will have blood tested for thirty-nine health conditions. The results will be sent to the participant’s regular physician. In addition, a notice is sent to the participant in the mail. This screening includes the TSH thyroid test. The base cost of the screening is $57. The PSA (prostate specific antigen) test for men over forty is an optional test that can be done for an additional $20 fee. In most cases, Medicare will not cover costs of these screenings. These screenings are not recommended for anyone under the age of eighteen. Participants are asked to fast for twelve to fourteen hours before the screening. They are reminded that no alcohol can be used for twenty-four hours prior to the test. Participants can take their regular medications on the morning of the test, but only with water. Also, all participants must be able to list all their medications when they come to the screening. Free coffee, donuts, orange juice, and other items will be available to all participants. As in the past, Punxsy REACT members will be on hand to direct traffic in and out of the parking lot. All proceeds from the screenings are used to fund Rotary contributions to many local charities, scholarships, community projects, and other nonprofit organizations. •••

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The link between diabetes and dental health

egular dental checkups are essential to maintaining oral health. In addition to preventing dental caries and removing tartar that contributes to gum disease, dental checkups can alert patients to other potential health problems. For example, symptoms of periodontal disease may be indicative of the presence of diseases that stems from outside of the mouth, including diabetes. Diabetes, a condition of uncontrolled blood sugar or insulin production, can affect many areas of the body, including the mouth. Diabetics face a high risk of oral health problems because of fluctuating levels of blood sugar, which impairs white blood cells. White blood cells are the body's main defense against disease and are dispatched when a virus or bacteria is present. Should white blood cells be rendered less effective, the body's defense system is compromised and infections can occur in the mouth and elsewhere. Those with diabetes may complain of certain oral symptoms. Uncontrolled diabetes can result in a decrease in saliva flow, which leads to dry mouth. Saliva is important to wash away bacteria in the mouth. Gum inflammation can occur because diabetes causes blood vessels to thicken, slowing the flow of waste and nutrients from bodily tissues. An increase in bacteria and the compromised state of white blood cells makes for the perfect environment for periodontal disease. Furthermore, uncontrolled diabetes can make it more difficult for the mouth and other areas of the body to heal. Therefore, there may be recurrent mouth infections, sores and other symptoms of irritation. Thrush, a condition of overabundant yeast in the body that can cause white patches and soreness in the mouth, is also more prevalent among diabetics. The American Diabetes Association says that not only are people with diabetes more susceptible to serious gum disease, but serious gum disease may have the potential to affect blood glucose

control and contribute to the progression of diabetes. Many people are unaware they have diabetes until an oral health exam raises a red flag that warns of uncontrolled blood sugar. Those who are aware of their diabetes should take treatment seriously to keep blood sugar levels in check. They also should discuss their diabetes with a dentist and other oral health practitioners so that a custom exam and screening schedule can be implemented. It is vital for diabetics to maintain oral health to reduce the risk of infections of the mouth that can spread elsewhere throughout the body. •••

Senior Citizen Law Day

enior Citizen Law Day is an informative seminar to inform, protect, and prevent older adults in Indiana County from abuse and exploitation. The seminar, which includes a free lunch, will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the Rustic Lodge. Seminar speakers include Indiana County District Attorney Patrick Dougherty, Temple University’s Director of Protective Services Ronald Costen, certified fraud examiner Linda Mill, Department of Aging representative Denise Getgen, and attorneys Sarah Ross, Thomas Johnson, Mike Clark, John Barbor, and Jack Hanna. Information will be presented on the following topics: guardianships, security scams and fraud, wills and estate planning, long-term care, powers of attorney, and health directives. The seminar—free and open to the public—is hosted by the district attorney’s office, Aging Services, Inc., and the Indiana County Link to Aging and Disability Resource Center. •••

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addition, offer 340B Discounted Drug Pricing (for drugs not covered by insurance and for those that do not have insurance) to PHN patients. If you visit an office located within the facility, you will be able to pick up your prescription in minutes before you walk out the door. Primary Health Network was founded in 1984 as one small community health center in Farrell, PA and has grown to include over 32 locations throughout Pennsylvania and Ohio. The Network exists to make the wide range of healthcare services accessible to people of all incomes in the communities offices are located. All PHN practices are currently accepting new patients. PHN processes most insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid Managed Care Plans. Sliding fee discounts based on income are available to those who qualify. Office hours for the facility vary with general hours being 8:30 to 5:00 pm with some evening hours. Space is still available and can be built to suit. For more information about the available space, please contact Tony Bianco at 724-813-2726. For specific questions, please call the business of your choice. •••

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lanning and maintaining a garden requires a lot of effort, which can result in an aesthetically pleasing addition to the landscape. But that hard work can also fall victim to nature when local wildlife find a garden too mouth-watering to resist. In an effort to rid a garden of unwanted pests, gardeners may unwittingly scare away animals and insects that might just protect the garden from more ill-intentioned animals. Not every creature that scurries is out to get prized petunias or to devour tomatoes. In fact, many can prove beneficial to gardens. Bats Bats have a bad reputation, as people unnecessarily fear bats because they believe them to be carriers of disease. But many bats feed off of insects or fruits and will not harm a human. The average brown bat can eat 1,000 mosquitoes in an hour, so it’s easy to see why bats are good to have around. Mosquitoes are not only a nuisance but also harbor potentially dangerous diseases. Bats also may eat certain rodents, which can cut down on the number of animals burrowing in a yard. Frogs Frogs and toads will prey on insects and make the local insect population more manageable. Toads eat mainly slugs, who feed on the leaves and fruits of many plants. Frogs and toads are attracted to water, so including a pond or another water feature in the garden will provide them with a habitat

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they like. Birds While it is true that some birds can damage crops, many birds are content to feed on insects attracted to the garden, which helps to keep insect numbers in check. Chickadees, for example, will dine on aphid eggs, while larger birds may prey on mice or other rodents or simply scare them out of the garden. Jays and mockingbirds are known to be feisty and can even deter dogs and cats from a yard. Hummingbirds will sip on the nectar of flowers and help pollinate plants. Snakes Snakes in a garden can be disconcerting to some people, but snakes are ideal predators who feed on insects and rodents several times their size. Snakes are the right size and shape to invade the burrows of pest animals. Butterflies and bees Butterflies and bees are responsible for pollinating the vast majority of plants. Avoid using pesticides that may diminish butterfly or bee populations. A beehive right next to a garden may not be practical, but don’t make attempts to destroy it. Consult with a professional beekeeper to see what can be done to move the beehive without destroying it. Many animals and insects can be detrimental to the health of a garden. However, several animals are handy to have around and should be welcomed to the landscape. •••

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environment. When installing a new lawn, opt for one that’s suitable to the local climate. Installing a lawn that needs substantial amounts of water in a region known for drought can rob the lawn of its aesthetic appeal and will cost homeowners a substantial amount of money to maintain. If an existing lawn struggles to stay green regardless of your best efforts, then consider replacing it with a new type of grass that might be more suited to the local climate. Don’t cut too low when mowing. Homeowners who don’t enjoy mowing their lawn might be tempted to simply cut the grass as low as possible to extend the intervals between cuts. But the United States Environmental Protection Agency recommends that grass never be cut more than one-third of the height of the grass blades. Longer grass can take in more sunlight, allowing it to grow in thicker and develop a deeper root system.That deep root system can help a lawn survive drought and prevent disease, two potentially costly problems that often force homeowners to embrace solutions that are not eco-friendly. Ideal lawn height depends on the type of grass, so consult a lawn care professional to ensure you are cutting your grass to a healthy length. Avoid overwatering. Excessive watering not only wastes water, which is not very eco-friendly, but also hurts the lawn when dry periods inevitably arrive. That’s because shallow and frequent watering encourages roots to stay near the surface, so when dry periods arrive, the roots struggle to find water. The EPA notes that an established lawn should not need daily watering. Instead, watering responsibly when the lawn needs water and when evaporation can be kept to a minimum, can strengthen a lawn and do so in an eco-friendly way. •••

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Continued from page 5 past the Mary A. Wilson School, the shop was located just over the bridge on the left, near Pride’s Bar. After Mass let out on Sundays, Dad and I always visited the Toothpick Man’s place. The small store was about as big as a kitchen with a couple of narrow aisles in the middle. There, food cans and glass jars sat waiting on those shelves for someone to take them home. I remember staring at containers of pale green artichokes, cans of anchovies, sardines, and a few brands of ketchup and mustard. To the left of the aisles, a glass case with penny candy greeted all the customers as they entered through the squeaky screen door. That’s where the Toothpick Man would stand— right behind that case, surrounded by all different sizes of round stinky cheeses that hung down from thick twine ropes. The Toothpick Man was a pleasant Italian grocer with glasses and a balding head; he always sold Dad our spaghetti. He usually wore a big white apron wrapped around his belly and had black shoes on his feet. I don’t remember much more. It seemed to me that the apron nearly covered the Toothpick Man from his neck to the dark, wooden floor of his shop. “You wanta soma spaget, today?” the accommodating proprietor chatted with an Italian accent as he grinned at us. A single toothpick whirled around like a tiny helicopter blade in his mouth. Staring at the Toothpick Man as he shifted the little piece of wood back and forth across his lips, I wondered why it didn’t fly out. And, I guess that’s how I came up with his name. Dad immediately morphed into a semblance of Italian (although he was Bavarian and a Slovak combination). “Oh, yea! We-a gonna hava some-a spaghet today!” Daddy seemed kind of proud of his command of the Italian language. Still, I waited for Dad to place his order, hoping he would request my favorite. And, he always did. “Give-a me a box-a of rigatoni,” Dad requested, still maintaining his Italian dialect. Reaching up high on a wooden shelf behind him, the Toothpick Man grabbed a small box: Cumberland’s Alpine Eagle brand rigatoni. A picture of a big eagle adorned the front of the light blue and navy box; a waterfall picture was on the back of the cardboard container. The Toothpick Man only sold Cumberland pasta products, and I have never seen them sold anywhere else again. Dad always complimented the Toothpick Man on his establishment and shook his hand. Then, Daddy took my hand, winked at me, and we walked out of the little store together. Clasping my box of pasta tight in my other hand, I chirped to Daddy about lunch, riding bikes, or going swimming; I left with my favorite guy and my favorite pasta as the worn-out door spring screeched out a goodbye. It’s funny how the creak of a door or a plate of food can conjure up such vivid memories of days gone by, of times that were so incredibly special and can’t ever be reproduced, of simpler days spent with a beloved person who was so cherished. Still today, I wish I could open the creaky door again with the rusty spring that welcomed me to the Toothpick Man’s store. I want to see him spin and twirl the toothpick in his mouth while he and my dad talk

about pasta. I want to sniff the smelly cheeses that remind me of stinky socks and wonder if they taste as bad as they smell. I want to watch the old man pull a blue box of rigatoni off the shelf and hand it to my dad. I want to look up at Daddy’s crisp white shirt and tie and smile back at him as he hands me the carton. Most of all, I want to grasp my dad’s hand again as we leave the old man’s shop with our treasure. I haven’t walked into the Toothpick Man’s store for about fifty years. He has long since passed away; so did Daddy. The place where the little Italian market stood was replaced by a yellow brick high-rise. That’s okay, though. Anytime I want to, I can close my eyes and revisit that tiny store with my father; I can look into my dad’s twinkly blue eyes, hold his hand, and hear his funny Italian accent as he talks to the Toothpick Man. •••

Coal Memorial Continued from page 16

a miner has been honored by his children Bill Pride and Jean Pride Roberts. William R. Leksell, a second-generation miner, was the son of Charles M. Leksell. Charles Leksell, an immigrant from Sweden, was a miner who worked at the Sagamore mine. He called Sagamore home for forty-three years. William also worked for Rochester & Pittsburg Coal, Greenwich and Doverspike’s as a coal miner for more than thirty-four years and was a seventy-year member of the United Mine Workers. He was active in the community as a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, a deacon in his church, and a volunteer who delivered Meals on Wheels for nine years. William R. Leksell has been honored by his daughters Patricia Knisely, Connie Brocious, Mikki Passmore, Sandy Hidinger, Debbie Eggleston, and Judy Heitzenrater. Vernon E. Neese, of Dora, came to Pennsylvania from Princeton, Indiana, in 1979 where he found work in the coal mines. He spent thirty-four years as an underground miner, most recently at Ondo Mine. He and his wife, Karen L. Bevac, raised four children. He cherished the time his work enabled him to spend with his family. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed riding his Harley. The guys he worked with in the coal mines became his second family. The men of Amfire’s Ondo Mine have shown their respect for Vern, as a co-worker and friend, by purchasing a tile in his honor. Other honorees will be profiled in the future. For more information on memorial tiles, please call 814-938-2493 and leave a message. A volunteer will return your call. Or you may go on line at punxsycoal.org and print an order form with instructions. (The resources used in the preparation of this article are available the Punxsutawney Memorial Library, in the Punxsutawney Spirit online at accesspadr.org, and the Punxsutawney Area Historical and Genealogical Society This article has been prepared by PRIDE—Punxsutawney Revitalization: Investing, Developing, Enhancing. PRIDE is a nonprofit organization that brings together residents, business people, community leaders and, civic organizations to improve the business districts in Punxsutawney. PRIDE is working to develop a Coal Memorial and Welcome Center for the Punxsutawney Area. Comments on this article may be directed to PRIDE, P.O. Box 298, Punxsutawney, PA.) •••

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strong and stable on its own. MYTH: Water droplets and sunshine lead to burnt leaves. Gardeners have been told to resist watering their plants during the hottest times of the day. Many assume it’s because water droplets lying on leaves will magnify the sun’s rays and burn the leaves. According to Dr. Gabor Horvath at the Eoetvoes University in Budapest, water droplets will rarely damage plants because the drops are too close to the leaves to cause burning before they evaporate. Watering during the hottest points of the day is not advised because water evaporates and gets wasted. MYTH: Sand added to clay soil makes it looser and better for plants. Clay soil is a deterrent to gardening because it can be so hard to dig and difficult to cultivate, but some feel it’s best to add sand to the clay to make it a better soil mixture. You would need a great deal of sand to do this in the right manner, but many gardeners simply dig a hole, add sand and hope for the best. However, water runoff will pool in the sand and not be absorbed by the clay, potentially causing the plants to drown. MYTH: Adding compost or potting soil to the planting hole for a tree or shrub is beneficial. Gardeners frequently add compost or potting soil to the hole where the root ball of a tree or shrub will be placed. But this encourages the roots to grow only in this nutrient-rich area, rather than spreading throughout the landscape to form a stronger and more durable root system. If you are going to amend the soil, do so evenly across the landscape. MYTH: Use gravel or rocks in the bottom of planting containers to improve drainage. Rocks and gravel can actually impede the growth of plants and take away space for roots to grow. The drainage may be affected as well, as water will sit above the gravel or stones and saturate the roots. Stick with plain soil for better drainage results. A variety of gardening myths still prevail. Over time, behaviors can be changed if gardeners learn to separate myths from facts. •••

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By Teresa Perry Paul Thompson, president of the St. Anfor hometown magazine drew’s Society of Pittsburgh, said, “A tartan is a distinctive and unique pattern that ost folks know what St. Patrick’s proclaims the identity of the bearer; it may Day is and relate it to being Irish, relate to family or clan; it may represent a but have they ever heard of Tartan regiment; it may indicate a place of origin, Day—the nationally recognized residence or birth; or it may commemorate day proclaimed by President George W. a specific event.” This year Bush in 2008. Tartan Day—a a new tartan will be uncelebration of Scottish herveiled on Tartan Day. itage—will be celebrated on Thompson added, “This tarApril 6th. The day was first tan, designed by local resiobserved in our country in dent Kathy Wells, is being 1997. copyrighted and presented Many of our customs and to the Pittsburgh authorities, ideals came from Scotland. to be registered as the PittsThe Declaration of Arbroath, burgh tartan with tartan authe Scottish Declaration of Inthorities in Scotland. We dependence signed in 1320, plan to display this tartan at embodied the Scots’ strong our Tartan Day celebration dedication to liberty, and the April 5th at Bethel PresbyScots brought that tradition of terian Church.” freedom with them to the New The new Pittsburgh tartan World. will, appropriately enough, Other noted Scots brought be black and gold. their talents, ideals, and money Celebrations of Tartan Day to this country. Andrew will be found in churches, Carnegie, Alexander Graham on village greens, at Scottish Bell, many former Presidents, festivals, at social gatherEdgar Allen Poe, Washington ings, and in homes. This Irving, David Buick (founder year’s closest celebration of the Buick Motor Company), will be in Bethel Park and Neil Armstrong, Douglas MacArthur, and others of Roy Bish of Glen Campbell hosted by the St. Andrew’s proudly wears his Gordon Society of Pittsburgh. It will Scottish descent helped make tartan. be held at the Bethel Presbythe USA the great nation it is terian Church, 2229 Bethel Church Road. today. Scots contributed to our music, This is a free event with free parking. foods, science, education, medicine, literThere will be much to see and hear, inature, religion, politics, and commerce, cluding bagpipe music, Celtic music, harp giving us blueprints for building our modplaying, Highland dancing, Scottish foods, ern world. Scottish weaving, clan gatherings, and So what is a Tartan? workshops where you can learn to speak a In America, it is often called plaid, but a wee bit of Gaelic. Why not visit the celeplaid is a tartan cloth slung over the shoulbration—a great family event—and learn der and worn with a kilt. It was often used about Scottish life and heritage. as a blanket back in the early centuries. For more information, please visit A tartan is a pattern of criss-crossed horwww.standrewspittsburgh.org and don’t izontal and vertical bands in many colors. forget to “like” Tartan Day on Facebook Mostly it is made of wool, but today you (www.facebook.com/Tartanday2014). can find it in other materials. Mostly, tartan ••• is associated with Scotland and kilts. As

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competition, including team championships at Major League ballparks and the national finals at the 2014 MLB All-Star Game. The individual pitching, hitting, and running champions, along with the allaround champion, in each age and gender group at the local competition will be awarded and will advance to the sectional-level competition. All participants must bring a copy of their birth certificate and have their parents or guardians fill out a registration waiver form prior to the start of the competition. For questions about the competition, please contact local coordinator Tim Fezell at 9529077 or TimFezell@svharbor.com. •••

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The purpose of the contest is to create limited edition fine art prints, which are published annually by the Game Commission as part of the Working Together with Wildlife Program. Revenues received from the sale of the signed and numbered prints help finance wildlife research and management programs in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The winner will be selected by a committee of qualified Game Commission Personnel. For an application to participate or for more information please contact the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club at 200 Suite 1 W. Mahoning St. Punxsutawney PA 15767 or call 814-618-5591 to pick up an information packet For any specific information or assistance contact: PA Game Commission’s Information and Education Bureau Administrative Assistant Gisele Klimovsky at 717-7876286. •••

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