Kern River Courier July 17, 2009 by Kern River Courier

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Fair time sneaks up

Fri.: Sunny and hot. High 104.

Musical acts announced

Sat.: Mostly sunny and hot. High 103.

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Sat. night: Mostly clear. Low 72.

Yes, it’s already time again to start thinking about the Kern County Fair. Online entries are now being accepted for the contests and exhibits at this year's fair, which will run Sept. 23-Oct. 4. Whether you're an amateur photographer or gourmet cook, you'll find a way to share your interests with visitors to the fair this year. Go to kerncountyfair.com to enter contests in categories ranging from hobbies and floral arranging to baked goods and needle arts. Most contests have closing dates in August. This year's theme is "Best in the West." Following trends in the arts and other fields, the Kern County Fair has added a number of new contests and categories

Sun.: Sunny and hot, high 104.

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Lake Isabella’s weekend weather

Fri. night: Partly cloudy. Low 72.

Sun. night: Mostly clear, low 72. National Weather Service

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The Kern Valley Aquatics Program held a free swimming day Saturday at the South Fork Middle School pool. Many events and races were held. The program provides lessons for those who don’t know how to swim. Red Cross-trained lifeguards are provided. See www.kvap.com

Fire-prone valley communities to be studied Kern River Courier

Those who have been a victim of wildfire here in the Kern River Valley, take heed. Your participation in a new study is being requested. The study is being conducted in selected communities within and adjacent to the Sequoia National Forest by the Forest Service’s Pacific Southwest

Research Station. Our location was selected because of the continuing risk of wildfire, as well as the extensive individual, community, and agency efforts that have been taken to address that risk. What is being examined? This study is designed to examine the following issues of importance to fire management and community residents

New boat provided to Isabella Lake Patrol make sure laws are followed on the surface of the lake. Most of them have to do with driving a boat. The laws are very Kern County law enforcement specific. It’s like driving a car. There are launched its newest weapon Wednesday age restrictions and many other regulamorning at a special press conference. It tions. was literally launched – it’s a gleaming In addition, the Lake Patrol is there to new boat. help in high-danger rescue situations. The Lake Patrol is a division of Kern From high winds that come up suddenly County law enforcement. Their job is to to just plain carelessness, the Isabella Lake Patrol rangers assist those in trouble on the lake. Now the Lake Patrol has a brand new boat, due to an $80,000 grant from the California Department of Boating and Waterways. It was unveiled Wednesday. The 23-foot boat is equipped with the latest in technology and can run with the best due to its 496 cubic inch engine. The new boat was christened Wednesday morning at Launch 19 by Bob Jamison of Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier QAB Media, who is a Kern County Parks The new Lake Patrol boat will increase the protection for hordes Commissioner. He did of Isabella Lake lovers as they recreate on the waters of the lake. the traditional honors The new boat has updated lights and many more special features with the champagne. to help the lake rangers enforce water safety laws and provide See BOAT, Page 3 help for water lovers in trouble. Mike Devich Kern River Courier

including: • Personal experience with fire, including impacts on the individual and stresses associated with risk. • Individual fire-related actions taken and perceived effectiveness. • Fire management objectives, perceived alternatives to reach those objectives, and the concerns and risks associated with each alternative. • Personal and public roles and responsibilities for fire management. • Individual barriers to taking fire risk reduction actions. • Value similarity and trust in the Forest Service to manage fires and fire risk. How is this being conducted? Residents within the selected communities will be contacted through pre-existing groups and key contacts. Sessions will include in-depth focus group discus- Winter sions and completion of a survey. What will be done with the results? The results of the study will be presented in a report containing detailed findings from the survey and group discussions. This report will be delivered to Forest Service personnel, researchers, Firesafe councils, and to the public, including participants, whoever requests a copy. Presentations and publications in professional outlets are also planned. Findings will be compared with a similar study conducted with residents proximate to the San Bernardino National Forest (publication available upon request.) Parties interested in participating in this study must contact Dr. Patricia Winter at (951) 680-1557 or pwinter@fs.fed.us “Sessions are taking place between Aug. 8 and 20 and interested residents

See FOREST, Page 8

Don Bonsante caught a great 5-1/2 pound trout.

The roads around the valley are quaint, so try to drive accordingly.

Juvenile arrested for starting fires in Weldon area after July 10 fire investigated.

Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 212, 249 acre-ft. (Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit 360,000 ac.-ft.) High point was 250,461 ac-ft. June 3. Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 567 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 1400 cfs Borel Canal flow 550 cfs Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.

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Kern River Valley – the place for fun begins at 8:30 p.m. Bring a flashlight, blanket, and light sweater or jacket as the evenings can be cool. For more information about the program, please call the U.S. Forest Service at (760) 379-5646. Published Fridays by KRV Publishing

Public Lands Committee to meet July 23 in Kernville The Kern River Valley Public Lands Forum will meet on July 23 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce. This is the new name for what began as the KRV Campgrounds Ad Hoc Committee.

Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Owners/Editors/Publishers Michael Batelaan Mike Devich Contributing Editor Mike Ludiker Contributors/Columnists Jack Bustamante Rod Middleworth Matt Freeman Bodfish Bob Ron Bolyard Donna Fitch California Joe Richard Rowe Clarence Semonious Harry Thal Photographers Michael Batelaan, Mike Devich, Mike Ludiker Contributing Photographer Murdoc Douglas Ad Production Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux, Kelley Scarborough Business Office Sara Wakeman Subscription Information The Kern River Courier is published and mailed weekly for $35 per year. Send payment to: Kern River Courier P.O. Box 1145 Wofford Heights, CA 93285 Advertising policies Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. Cancellations or rejection shall not preclude payment on similar advertising previously run. KRV Publishing and the Kern River Courier are not liable for errors in copy or an advertisement beyond the cost of the actual space occupied by the error. Publisher reserves the right to place the word “advertisement” on any ad copy that appears to resemble editorial matter. Submission policies Editorial and photo submissions are welcome and will run at the discretion of the editors. Submissions will only be returned when accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. The editors reserve the right to edit all submissions. The entire contents of the Kern River Courier are copyright ©2008 KRV Publishing. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written consent. All rights reserved. Letters policies Letters to the Editor are run when space permits. They are meant as an open forum for expression. The views expressed in the letters to the editor within this paper are not necessarily the views of this paper, nor those of the staff. Letters to the editor pertaining to local issues and events or those that affect our area are encouraged. Please include your real name, address and phone number for verification. Pen names or incomplete names are not allowed. The Kern River Courier reserves the right to exclude any letter to the editor, or edit its contents for length and prevention of libel, or for other reasons as seen fit by the editors. Letters should not exceed 200 words.

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Courier Calendar Explore the night skies over valley Saturday night, July 18 Explore the night skies over Isabella Lake with Richard Burdge and members of the Kern River

Regular meetings and activities Fridays

• 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 378-3935. •10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, Hoffman Hospice, 6048 Lake Isabella Blvd. 1st and 3rd Fridays. (661) 410-1010. • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. • 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa., Wed. & Fri. 379-3394 • 5 p.m. - Kern River Hot Rodders Cruise Night, Circle Park, Kernville, 3rd Fri. • 8 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 3762066.

Saturdays

• 6:30 a.m.- noon - Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Ctr, French Gulch. 661-978-8712 • 9:30 a.m. Sequoia Amateur Radio Group, Youth Center, Lake Isabella. Second Sat. • 9-11 a.m.- Otaku-Kai Japanese anime club, Reel Cinema, Wofford Heights. 223-6765. • 3 p.m., KRV CB’ers dinner, Sr Ctr., Lake Isabella, 2nd and 4th Saturdays. • 5-7 p.m. Dinner at Eagles open to public, Mt. Mesa. Take out orders at 4 p.m. 379-3394 • 7-10 p.m.- Dam Dancers square dancing, 1st Saturday, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Sundays

• 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open to the public. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 379-3877.

Mondays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, third Monday. • 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Line dance beginner classes, intermediate and advanced follow at the Senior Center. 379-0043. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber of Commerce meets, board 2nd Mon., general membership 4th Mon. 376-2629. • 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella, Rm G. 376-4461. • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 7 p.m. Havilah Centennial Group meets 1st Mon. at schoolhouse. 379-2636. • 7:30 p.m.Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. Help for families & friends of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.

Tuesdays

• KRV Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-6162. • 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 379-2556. • 12:30 p.m. Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249. • 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at cemetery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 3762189. (July 14 meeting will be 11 a.m.) • 6 p.m. - LI-Bodfish Prop. Owners meet at

Valley Astronomy Club, when they present an astronomy program on Saturday, July 18, at the Tillie Creek Campground Amphitheater in Wofford Heights. The program Senior Center. 2nd Tues. (760) 379-1830. • 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

Wednesdays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 9:30-11 a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist Church, 3792556. • 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles open to public, Mt. Mesa., Wed. & Fri. 379-3394 • Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Paradise Cove, quarterly. 379-5236. • 12:30 p.m. - Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge Mt. Mesa, 376-4249. • 1:30 p.m.- Clan Diggers meeting dark for summer. Resumes Sept. 379-2303. • 3 p.m. - Crystal Meth Anonymous meets at Fountain of Christ Church. 223-0074. • 6 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club meets, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., third Wed. 379-5488. • 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.- Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella dining rm., live band. • 7 p.m. Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts, 376-2410. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066. • 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.

Thursdays

• 9 a.m. to noon - Thursday Painters, Community Room, Senior Center, 379-5329. • 9:30 a.m. - Fire Safe Council, Supervisor McQuiston’s office, Lake Isabella. Third Thurs. • 9:30 a.m. - Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Room 1. 2nd Thurs. For women. • 11:45 a.m. - KRV Woman’s Club meets, Elks Lodge 4th Thurs. (some exceptions). • Noon, Exchange Club meets, Paradise Cove. • 3 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet 3rd Thurs. at Odd Fellows Hall. 549-3033. • 5 -7 p.m. - TANF Cultural Night - Native Youth & Community Cultural Ctr French Gulch Campground. • 5-7 p.m. VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 379-3877. • 6 p.m. - Rotary Club meets - Golf Course, Kernville. • 7 p.m.-Sweet Adelines meet-Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Prospective members welcome. • 7 p.m.- Kern Valley Astronomy Club, museum, Kernville. 3rd Thurs. 376-1291

Bingo Guide Friday, noon. - Eagles Bingo, Eagles Hall, Mt. Mesa Saturday, noon., South Fork Woman’s Club Bingo, 6488 Fay Ranch Road. Sunday, 1 p.m. Moose Lodge Bingo, Lake Isabella Blvd. Wednesday, 1 p.m - Senior Center Bingo, Lake Isabella. Thursday, Early Bird 12:15-Regular 1 p.m. St. Jude Bingo, Hwy 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting dates have changed.

Government commodities distributed Tuesday, July 28 Food commodities will be distributed on Tuesday, July 28 to those who fit certain economic guidelines. Begins at 7 a.m. at Grace Chapel, Mt. Mesa; Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights; Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Senior care representative to speak July 29 in Kernville The new president of the Kernville Chamber of Commerce, Jill Thurman, has announced that Forest Hagood of Home Instead Senior Care will be speaking July 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall in Kernville. It’s free to the public. Home Instead Senior Care is a network of locally owned franchise offices that was developed with a passionate desire to be your trusted in-home care agency, to help your family keep your aging mother, father, grandparents or friends in their home as they grow older. Who should attend? If you have situations occurring now and do not know how to approach the family member; If you are researching options in adult care and would just like information; If you are currently a caregiver for an aging adult and looking for affordable assistance. Hummingbird celebration August 1 at KR Preserve The annual Hummingbird Celebration starts Aug. 1 at the Kern River Preserve in Weldon from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information call Alison at (760) 378-2029 or go to www.kern.audubon.org. Sweet Adelines to hold Ice Cream Social Aug. 15 The local chapter of the Sweet Adelines singing organization will be holding its annual Ice Cream Social on Saturday, Aug. 15 at 7:30 p.m. This has tentatively been scheduled for the Senior Center in Lake Isabella, but the recent budget cutbacks and shortening of hours at the center may necessitate changing the location. For more information, call (760) 376-4124. Rubber Ducky Races held by Exchange Club Aug. 29 The Kern Valley Exchange Club will be holding their annual Rubber Ducky Races down the Kern River on Aug. 29 at Riverside Park in Kernville. Proceeds go to scholarships. Call (760) 376-4790. Information for most items from the Kernville Chamber of Commerce. To include your event in the Kern River Courier Calendar, just submit the information to the Courier (our addresses are on page 2) by Tuesday for Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and admission price, if any, must be listed.

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Things I Have Noticed...

Apple doesn’t fall far from tree Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

U.S. Forest Service photo

Work crews plant seedlings in the area of 2002’s McNally Fire.

McNally Fire area reforested U.S. Forest Service Kern River Courier

In 2002, a carelessly built campfire resulted in the largest and most costly forest fire in the history of the Sequoia National Forest. Named the McNally Fire, it burned for 37 days, scorched 150,700 acres, and was twice as large as any fire previously recorded in the area. Since this time, many efforts have been made to help repair and to restore a portion of the fire area. Reforestation – the restocking of existing forests and woodlands which have been depleted with native tree stock – is one such effort to assist natural recovery. During the past four years, the reforestation crew, on the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest has been doing just that. In 2005 the first 86,000 trees were planted. In 2008 another 123,000 trees were planted, followed in 2009 by 130,000 trees for a grand total of 339,000 trees, with more plantings scheduled for the near future. According to District Culturist John Springer, “The tree planting process requires paperwork and groundwork. Bids, contracts, site preparation, and seedling growth all take place at least one year in advance to the actual planting of trees. Contracting for the tree planting is a bid process. The contract may be written up by the tree or by the acre.”

The district reforestation crew assesses the damaged areas and writes a plan for regeneration. These plans reflect the number of trees to be planted per acre, dependent on terrain, climate, soil condition, even rodent presence, to increase a seedling’s chance of surviving and to reduce the risk of seedling mortality. During years of abundant cone crops, cones from native trees on the forest are collected and sent to a nursery in Placerville. The nursery dries the cones on a drying rack and then sends them to a machine to tumble them, thus opening up the cones and releasing the seeds. The seeds are then separated and placed in cold storage. These seeds can be stored in cold storage for 60 years, as a savings (seed bank) for future reforestation projects. With project areas identified and plan criteria met, the nursery is supplied with requests for trees by species, i.e.; Jeffrey Pine, Red Fir, White Fir. The seeds are then grown for typically one year and are stored until they are ready to plant. The seedlings are then trucked in and stored locally, in a tree cooler, until ready to plant. The restoration crew is responsible in seeing all contractual obligations are met and that ground conditions are right for planting.

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Whenever I am surrounded by my great-grandchildren, I've noticed that I am more like my dad than I ever thought I'd be. I can remember when I was young, Dad would play little games that would entertain us better than any television. Some examples: Middleworth One of his favorite tricks was to have us pull on his finger, after which he'd pass wind. He would always then say, “Gotcha.” Really gross, but us kids would say, "Do it again!" And if he could, he would! Another thing I remember was that he always sang along with songs on the radio. Although he didn't know the words, he would make up verses of his own, many which made no sense at all and had nothing to do with the song playing. He had other tricks, which no matter how many times he did them, we'd laugh as if we'd never heard them before. For instance, we'd be in the living room, and he would stand up and say, "Who's at the door?" Then he would open the door and have a conversation with someone he'd dream up – the postman, the milkman, a serial

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killer or Donald Duck. We would all sit around knowing no one was there but reveling in the fun. Sometimes he would pretend that he was talking to the laundry delivery man – in Chinese. At other times he would say he was going into the basement to get some eggs. Well, we didn’t have a basement, but he would walk behind the couch, and as he went from left to right, he would bend his knees and appear to be going down steps. He would even call for someone to turn on the lights, in a hollow faraway voice. We kids were enthralled. My brother and I would practice what Dad did but it was never the same. Last week I found myself emulating my dad as I entertained my great-grand children with my dad’s antics. (The kids and grandkids had already had their training from Gramps himself a few years back!) However, pulling fingers and passing wind is not allowed. You see, my mom nipped that in the bud years ago. We kids were forever banned from that particular display of grossness. Frankly, without it I think my their education is incomplete, but you can’t fight City Hall!

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BOAT continued from page 1 so she got the honor for her birthday. Also present were the new Lake Patrol sergeant, Nomi Eades, Lake Patrol officers and many of the volunteers. One of them was Rod Middleworth, the Courier columnist, who is the coordinator for the Lake Patrol volunteers.

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Also present was Bob Lerude, director of the Kern County Parks and Recreation Department. Parks and Rec oversees the Lake Patrol. The boat was christened the “Kaitlyn,” after the 12-year-old granddaughter of Lake Ranger Lt. Robert Boardman. It happened that Wednesday was Kaitlyn’s birthday,

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General Drainage Area 2,093 Square Miles Capacity, Gross Pool 570,000 Acre-Ft. Surface Area, Gross Pool 11,400 Shoreline, Gross Pool 38 miles Length, Gross Pool 9 miles Main Dam Maximum Height 185 Feet Length at Crest 1695 Feet Auxiliary Dam Maximum Height 100 Feet Maximum Length 3,257 Feet Lake Construction Started March 1948 Finished April 1953

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Kern River Valley information Recreation Info U.S. Forest Service Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646 Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781 (760) 379-5236

General KRV Info

Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Across from Senior Center

Emergencies - call 911 Kern Valley Hospital McCray and Laurel, Mt. Mesa (760) 379-2681 Kern Valley Substation Sheriff’s Department and CHP 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. (760) 549-2100 Weekdays only, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Let’s Go Fishing

Fishing continues to hold up Jack Bustamante Kern River Courier Columnist

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Valley’s roads are all ‘the old road’ Mike Devich Kern River Courier

Native Americans were living here in the Kern River Valley for possibly 1,000 years before the coming of American explorers in the mid-1800s. These Native Americans made their own paths and traveling routes. Gold was discovered in the 1850s and more trails were blazed as prospectors streamed here. Those coming into the valley came over the Greenhorn Mountains (near Wofford Heights), dragging their wagons behind them, or over Walker Pass to the east. Some came from the south, entering the valley through Walker Basin and then the Havilah area before dropping into the valley over Hooper Hill (in Bodfish). The valley’s road system is descended from that early setup. Some of those roads still exist. Some have been only slightly rerouted. When you drive over Walker Pass, the road is still much the same as it was in the 1800s. So is the Caliente-Bodfish Road (which goes through Havilah to Caliente and Highway 58) and the road over the Greenhorns (Highway 155). The Kern Canyon Road, following the lower river, didn’t come along until 1927. The lower part hasn’t changed all that much since then. The upper part was bypassed by a four-lane freeway in the 1970s. The bypassed old road is the curviest part, but it is still driveable and makes a handy alternate route and a great scenic drive. When you enter the valley, drive carefully. We have everything from very slow drivers to speed demons. Just pull over and let the speed freaks by – and hope the slow ones pull over and let you by. If not, enjoy the scenery. The Courier wants you to be very careful. We want you to come back.

Great fishing, and better yet, catching, continues at Isabella Lake. Catfish are still coming in strong at Boulder Gulch and Camp Nine. With large schools of shad swimming the shorelines, that seems to be the best bait. Crappie are back “Bass action biting was really strong again. Most good this of the coves week at between Juniper French Point and Gulch and the North the end of Fork are Evans producing Road.” some great --Jack stringers of Bustamante nice size fish. Bass action was really good this week at Juniper Point and the end of Evans Road. Some of these trophy trout planted in Isabella Lake by the Department of Fish & Game have made their way up to Riverside Park in Kernville. Don Bonsante hooked into a

Don Bonsante caught a 5-1/2 pound trout at Riverside Park. beautiful 5-1/2 pounder trying to make its way upriver. Great catch, Don. Plenty of fish waiting to be caught out there. Let’s go fishing! Photos courtesy E&J’s Tackle and General Store. For bragging rights, bring your catch to E&J’s, 6498 Wofford Blvd, Wofford Heights, near the Wofford Heights Post Office.

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Previews of new DVDs By DNA Smith PICKS OF THE WEEK "Life on Mars: Series One" (BBC Version) -- Probably one of the coolest, quirkiest shows to come out of Britain in this decade, "Life on Mars" tells the story of Sam Tyler (played by John Simm), a modern-day London police detective who is hit by a car and finds himself awaking in 1970s Manchester. Has he really traveled back in time? Is he in a coma and John Simm dreaming all this? Or is Sam just some delusional crackpot imagining all of this? That's part of the mystery Sam needs to unravel -- and the allure of the show, because you don't know for sure until the series finale. Meanwhile, every week Sam tries to cope in a time where there are no cell phones, Internet, CSI-like forensics or politically correct codes of conduct, and yet still solve crimes – and the mystery of who he is at the same time. "The Middleman: The Complete Series" -- This is one of those great shows you probably never watched -- or heard of. It's based on a series of graphic novels by "Lost" writer Javier GrilloMarxuach about a young artist named Wendy Watson who is recruited to be the sidekick of The Middleman, a secret government agent/superhero. It reminded me

a lot of "Men In Black." The show is good clean fun (it ran on The Family Channel) and yet is smart, savvy, sophisticated and a true gem for fanboys and fangirls alike. Highly recommended. DOG OF THE WEEK "Battlestar Galactica: The Complete Series" -- I haven't chosen "BSG" as Dog of the Week because I have something against the series. To the contrary, I thought Seasons 1 and 2 were awesome (3 and 4 not so much). No sir. The reason this boxed set is Dog of the Week is due to its pricing. The set retails for $280. You heard right. Nearly 300 smackeroos -- about twice as much as what you'd pay if you bought each season separately on Amazon.com. This boxed set doesn't really come with much in the way of extra special features, so basically, if you want to pay an extra $150 for nifty packaging, knock yourself out, Cupcake. As for me, I'll keep my copies of Seasons 1 and 2 and forget the other seasons happened. TV SERIES "Doctor Who: Planet of the Dead" "Dollhouse: Season One" "Torchwood: Children of Earth" "Charles in Charge" Season 5 "Knight Rider" Season One "Early Edition" The Second Season "Doc Martin" Series 2 "A Touch of Frost" Season 14

By Cindy Elavsky Q: "Ugly Betty" is one of my favorite shows, and I especially love Vanessa Williams as Wilhelmina Slater. What has she been up to this summer during her break from the show? -Haley J., via e-mail A: Vanessa has been a very busy woman. She played to sold-out audiences at the Tropicana in Atlantic City, released her eighth studio album called "The Real Thing," just started back Vanessa Williams at work on the fourth season of "Ugly Betty" and is actively involved with the charitable education campaign called Express Success. Vanessa told me recently why she chose this particular campaign: to celebrate businesswomen. She explains, "Express Success provides the opportunity for women who don't have the means that I do to get proper training for the workforce, get some amazing clothing and be able to start on the path toward becoming successful women in business." To find out how to donate or to see if there will be any events in your area, go to ExpressSuccessCampaign.com. *** Q: Lisa Kudrow was my favorite performer on "Friends." I'd love to know what she has been up to lately. -Juliette F., Oriskany Falls, N.Y.

A: Lisa currently stars as Dr. Fiona Wallice on "Web Therapy," which is broadcast on LStudio.com. The show has received rave reviews and features lots of familiar-face guest stars, including fellow "Friend" Courtney Cox Arquette, Rashida Jones, Victor Garber, Steven Weber and Alan Cumming, among others. An interesting side note: Prior to "Friends," Lisa Kudrow was hired to play Frasier's fiery radio producer, Roz, on "Frasier." However, during first rehearsals for the show, she and those involved knew that something wasn't working. She was replaced by Peri Gilpin. However, one of the people working on "Frasier" also worked on "Friends" and suggested that she audition for that show. *** Q: I heard that Aaron Spelling was married to actress Carolyn Jones (Morticia on "The Addams Family"in the ‘60s). If true, when and how long were they married? -- Francis W., via e-mail A: Aaron and Carolyn were indeed married from 1953-64. Prior to "The Addams Family," Carolyn worked with Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and Anthony Quinn. After she and Aaron divorced in 1964, Carolyn, a natural blonde, donned a coal-black, long-haired wig to portray her most iconic character, Morticia Addams. *** Have a question for Cindy? E-mail her at letters@cindyelavsky.com, or write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Voices of Faith

Think of the effects of sin Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

What do you think is your worst sin? What was Cain’s worst sin, or King David’s greatest sin? Of Cain, the most common statements of judgment surround the murder of his brother, Able. King David presents two situations for us to consider. The first, in 2 Samuel chapter 11 to chapter 12:24 involves adultery and murder. Thus, the behav- Semonious ior of modern political and religious leaders should not surprise anyone. Lesser known is a misadventure recorded in 1 Chronicles 21, when “Satan stood against Israel and incited David to number Israel.” (Verse 1.) The public sin of census resulted in the death of 70,000 inhabitants of the kingdom. Please perceive the warning central to political decisions. The “king” sins in public policy; the citizens suffer even unto death. “God was displeased with this event, and he struck Israel.” 1 Chronicles 21:7. So, what do you think is your worst sin? The shared trait among the accounts of Adam and Eve, Cain and Able and King David is the spiritual battle between God and Satan (the Accuser of God’s people). Is there an alternative to the question: “What do you think is your worst sin?” Yes, but “If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.” 1 John 1:8. All who must trace their lineage to Adam and Eve have the same enemy. The spirit of pride apart from God is the shared trait of the enemy regardless of the names given for our

adversary, including “the father of lies.” John 8:44. A significant youthful realization, called the Machiavellian intelligence, from Frans de Waal's 1982 book “Chimpanzee Politics,” is at the age of about four and a half years, when the youth begins to be able to lie convincingly. Most parents recognize the experience of their young children learning to avoid punishment for misdeeds with an untruth. (I understand embarrassment to include self punishment for allowing an insult to one’s pride.) The book of James asks, “Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom.” James 3:13. And provides the answer, “But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth.” James 3:14. Habakkuk was inspired to write to prideful people, “Woe to him who makes his neighbors drink- you pour out your wrath (also translated “bottle,” the original carries the meaning wrath.) and make them drunk, in order to gaze at their nakedness!” Habakkuk 2:15. “You will have your fill of shame instead of glory.” Habakkuk 2:16. Delivering the “Sermon on the Mount,” Jesus taught a prayer, “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.” Matthew 6:910. As Jesus was facing torture and death, he prayed, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.” Luke 22:42.

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Youth pastor Shane Boast of the Crossroads Community Church in Ridgecrest regales a crowd of students on the shores of Isabella Lake. The church sent over 50 students from the church to Tillie Creek Campground Saturday for a summer campout.

“Voices of Faith” is a rotating column featuring messages from all churches. Pastors, please e-mail 400-word messages to office@kernrivercourier.com

Churches of the Valley Kernville First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Services — 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-6403 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 417-2014 Kernville Foursquare Church Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Road Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. 223-6704 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. 376-2751 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. 376-6362 St. Sherrian Episcopal Church Odd Fellows Hall, Kernville Sundays 10 a.m. Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m. 417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-4296 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 12:00 p.m. 379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. 379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. 379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday worship 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m., Thurs. 6 p.m. Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m. Eve. 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. 379-5819

Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. 379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. 379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. 379-6360 Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. 378-3780 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 378-4964 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 378-2321 Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. 376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 7:00 a.m. & 9:00 a.m 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 & 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

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Health Insurance Matters

You may have reason to smile about dental work Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist

When Mr. Jones lost his job and called to purchase health insurance, he also asked about dental. When Mrs. Smith retired, she wanted dental insurance too. Everybody tends to want to replace what coverage they had under the employer-sponsored plan. As these people live in the Kern River Valley, I advise them that they would need to go to Bakersfield, as few of the dentists in the Kern River Valley are participating providers on any dental insurance plan. If you had dental insurance through work, then you probably could use a local dentist, but most didn't participate with the individual plans. I was in New York City a few

weeks ago at the National Association of Health Underwriters annual convention. I met with many of the exhibitors, and one in particular became the salvation for all those people I was turning away. They have a dental plan, and most, if not all, of the local dentists are participating in Harry Thal it. This plan is Delta Dental, the same company used by most of the employersponsored group plans. Delta Dental provides dental benefits for two types of groups – employer-sponsored and organization-sponsored groups. There

is now an organization which val(a senior citizen) or Mr. Jones, ley residents can join and get den- forced into early retirement or tal benefits. As an extra, a very even a small employer with liberal vision plan is included at employees here in the Kern River no extra cost. Valley, needs a dental plan, there This plan is a dental PPO, and is at last one which will provide permits you to go to dentists outbenefits without the need to drive side the network to Bakersfield. as well. Rates are very close to the rates employers Harry P. Thal, “Rates are very have been paying, MA, is a licensed and the benefits insurance broker. close to the rates cover diagnostic He is Past employers have and preventative. President and They also cover President Elect of been paying.” basic procedures the Kern as well as major – Harry P. Thal Association of procedures. As Health with all dental Underwriters. He plans, there is a may be reached at waiting period for all but the diag- 760-376-2100, e-mail nostic and preventative. harrythal@aol.com or visit him on So, the next time a Mrs. Smith the web at www.harrythal.com

Number, type of polyps determine type of next exam Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Kern River Courier Syndicated Columnist

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Will you talk about colon polyps? I had polyps removed during a colonoscopy. My doctor recommends another colonoscopy in three years. I have retired, and my insurer has declined to cover my colon because I had something removed from it. I will have to pay for the colonoscopy. When I was working, the insurance company insisted on colon procedures for preventive care. Please advise. -- A.C. ANSWER: Polyps are small growths sprouting from the lining of many organs. In the case of colon polyps, some of them turn into colon cancer. The problem is that a doctor looking at the polyp cannot tell if it has the cancer potential unless the polyp is removed and viewed with a microscope. More than 150,000 new cases of colon cancer occur yearly in the United States, and every year there are more than 50,000 deaths from colon cancer. Colon cancer and colon cancer death can be eliminated by removing all suspicious polyps. Guidelines urge everyone to have a first colonoscopy at age 50. If a polyp is discovered that measures more than two-fifths of an inch, if the polyp has microscopic evidence of dangerous changes or if a person has three or more polyps, that individual is told to have a repeat colonoscopy in three years. Otherwise, if all is well, the next colonoscopy can be delayed for

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Talking About Real Estate

Update on market conditions Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist

Well, here we are again. We just had the 4th of July and I barely remember January! Time flies when you are having fun. I realize just how fast my kids are growing and I realize life is really Matt Freeman short. I still feel like it should be 2008! I wanted to give you all a general market update for the valley this year based on the Multiple Listing Service data available. Overall sales for the valley are still significantly down (along with the rest of the state) from this time a year ago. For the sake of space, I will break down the active listing figures for you this week and we will get more into the sales data next week. I will just give the basics this week. This is interesting stuff. You can really get a feel for the market based on all of the averages spread out over time. So here are the numbers: As of July 2008, the average DOM, or days on market, for a listing in the valley was 241. This year it is 154. A good trend. Stuff is staying on the market a short-

er time. However, that’s not all good and here is why. For closed listings, meaning listings that have successfully sold, the average DOM was 194 in 2008 and is so far 225 for 2009. So the listings that have SOLD, which is key, have stayed on the market longer before they have sold than last year. Now here is the real kicker: Average sale price for 2008 of closed listings was $132,364. That is for all types of listings, not just homes. So far for 2009 the average sale price for closed listings is $96,194. That is a 27.3% decline from this time last year. OUCH! And we all know last year was not great. Not trying to be biased or anything or all gloom and doom, I am just giving you the data straight, even if it hurts! As always, though, the silver lining shines through. These numbers confirm that this is a BUYER’S MARKET! We right now have real estate prices in areas up here in the valley lower than they were 10 years ago, and that is saying something. Get out of that 401K, get out of that IRA that is treading water, and BUY SOMETHING! That is what I am going to do.

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MCNALLY continued from page 3 The crew inspects the contract planting and oversees each step of the way making sure each tree is planted properly by depth, spacing and rooting. At the end of each year the Forest Service performs a survey for survival of the newly planted area. After year three, if the plantation appears successful, then it is certified. Certification means no further surveys needs to be done – the plantation is good and the Forest Service accomplished what they set out to do. When asked how the previously planted areas look today, Springer said, “The trees planted in 2005 are now three feet tall. The overall survivability of the units is 75% to 80%.” On upcoming restoration efforts, Springer stated, “We’re busy across the district. We are laying the ground work for a fourth planting in the McNally burn area for an additional 722 acres.” For last year’s Piute Fire, 282,000 seedlings are presently being grown at the nursery and

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For the birds

House sparrows are being fed by their father in a birdhouse at the Whispering Pines in Kernville.

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After owl This owl was caught observing the landscape in Bodfish Canyon. Whooo it was looking for, we don’t know. Pam Stewart/Special to the Courier

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California Joe’s Country Living

Trip brings up memories California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

Miceli’s in North Hollywood is a spaghetti house where performers get up and sing a capella. It’s been there since 1949. I had a vodka martini there years ago and swore someday I’d go back. Now I have. I went last Friday night. We went to Los Angeles from our mountaintop Kernville home because Miz Sue had a California Joe doctor’s appoinment. We went to Miceli’s afterward to meet Barry and his wife Carol for dinner. He’s just signed with some kind of literary agent who’s going to help him market his first full-length play in many years. Barry spent 20 years working at Barnes & Noble in Los Angeles. Now he’s retired and is able to fully concentrate on a long-awaited backup plan – playwriting. It was less than crowded. In fact, less that half full. It was more like a Sunday night crowd than a Friday night one. Before dinner, Miz Sue and Carol were sitting there gabbing away while Barry was outside parking the car. I sipped my martini and looked around. Nothing much had changed since that one

time I was there before – except maybe me. It’s probably 15 years since I had that martini here. Then I was acting in westerns and doing some voiceover work for commercials now and then. It was right after that that I decided to spend more time up in the Kern Valley. Sue was in her twenty-something year of teaching school at Kernville Elementary and I was getting tired of the commuting life. Well, that was then and this is now. Son Jack is back in California after some years in Nevada. He is in his early 40s. Sue retired from teaching in 2000. Both my parents have been gone for some years now. I’ve gone from writing for one newspaper to writing for another one. I’ve still got the property in Louisiana my dad left me. Time to think about selling it. I wanted to go back there and do some fishing and see my old home town of Alexandria. Spend maybe a month in Louisiana. Things change, however. Maybe I’ll sell the property and maybe invest with Jack in a house in Camarillo. Time to plan for other people. Especially the grandkids. They could use some help now! California Joe is the storyteller persona of Stevenson Phillips, an actor and singer living in Kernville. You may reach him at sscaljoe@aol.com

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob 1 (12 ounce) package frozen shrimp, cooked and finely chopped 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Saute onion, bell pepper and celery in a small amount of oil. Remove from heat, then add rice, mushroom soup which has been diluted with milk, and shrimp, cooked and finely chopped. Place mixture in a buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top and bake, uncovered, at 300 F for 1 hour. Bodfish Bob's Chicken Pecan Salad Bodfish Bob’s Aloha Garlic Sticks 1 can refrigerator biscuits 1/4 c. Milk 1/2 c. Crushed cornflakes Garlic salt

Cut each biscuit in half. Roll into sticks 5 to 6 inches long. Dip each stick into milk. Roll in cornflakes. Sprinkle with garlic salt. Place on buttered baking sheet 1 inch apart. Bake in 450 degree oven for 7 to 10 minutes. Bodfish Bob's Shrimp-Rice Casserole 1 finely chopped onion 1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 stalk celery, finely chopped 3 cups cooked rice 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1/2 can milk

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Combine chicken, grapes and pecans in large bowl; set aside. Stir mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, poppy seeds in small bowl to blend well (may add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice if desired); add to chicken mixture. Toss well to coat. Serve on lettuce leaves. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Web at www.bodfishbob.com. You can write to him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com

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Kern River Courier

Page 11 Our Valley, Our Earth

Our faults are legendary Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist

The past seve weeks I have been reviewing the most common types of faults that can be encountered in the field. I have not discussed the many and numerous complicating factors associated with iden- Ron Bolyard tifying faults on the ground. My reason, of course, was to not give you an accredited course in geology, but a cursory view of the key elements that most readers would read and understand. At times, it is not easy to convey complex theories and

ideas into understandable terms for the average reader. But I do hope that I have given you enough to stimulate your thoughts into deeper research. That is all I can ask for when I prepare these columns. The next series of columns, I am going to leave the global aspects behind and return to the local geology of the Kern River Valley. I hope to fold into your global knowledge additional concepts that will broaden your geological focus of the KRV and its uniqueness. For starters, I present the attached diagram for your study and for discussion next week. Ron Bolyard is a retired geologist and has developed an “acute interest” in the geology of the southern Sierra Nevada since he moved here in 1999.

Death notices Kimberly Lynn Krowel Kimberly Lynn Krowel, 43, of Lake Isabella, passed away on July 10, 2009 at her residence. Services are pending. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

Martin Grant Johnson Martin Grant Johnson, 75, of Wofford Heights, passed away July 2, 2009. Burial will be at the Bakersfield National Cemetery on Aug. 3 at 11:30 a.m. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

Joseph Maughan Kent II Joseph Maughan Kent II, 34, of Squirrel Valley, passed away on July 12, 2009. Burial will be on Friday, July 17 at 9 a.m. Services following at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 11 a.m. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

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Lake Isabella man has question

Missed exam stalls benefit claims

Larry Cox Courier Syndicated Columnist

Q: I have a "banjo" clock manufactured by the New Haven Clock Company. It was a wedding present to my parents in 1927 and is in excellent condition. It has an eagle at the top and a sea pictures with several sailing ships portrayed near its bottom. I am curious about its value. -Frank, Lake Isabella, Calif. A: Although you didn't enclose a picture, the detailed description in your letter provided me with enough clues that I think I managed to track information about it down in one of my references. Your wall clock more than likely has a mahogany case with metal finial, and a round dial with raised Arabic numerals. The New Haven Clock Company introduced this particular model in about 1925, which squares with the date you gave me. Assuming that this is the clock you have, it is currently valued at $459 in the Antique Trader Clocks Price Guide edited by Kyle Husfloen (Krause, $17.95). *** Q: I have a bottle of Route 66 Root Beer that was bottled in Indian Park, Ill. How much is it worth? -- Patricia, Quincy, Ill. A: I contacted several collectors who advised me that your unopened bottle of Route 66 Root Beer is worth about $10. I could not find your brand listed in

"Soda Pop: Collectibles Price Guide," by Allan Petretti (Krause, $34.99). Nevertheless, this guide is an absolute must for those interested in anything related to soda pop, except for Coke. For Coca-Cola, there are several excellent guides, including "Warman's Coca-Cola Collectibles" by Allan Petretti (Krause, $24.99), and "For God, Country & Coca-Cola: The Definitive History of the Great American Soft Drink and the Company That Makes It" by Mark Pendergrast (Basic Books, $16.50). *** Q: I have a one-quart glass milk bottle from Freeman's Daily in Maspath, N.Y. Is there any value? -- Thomas, Kissimmee, Fla. A: Most quart milk bottles sell in the $5 to $10 range. There are always exceptions, of course. For a second opinion, I suggest you contact the Milk Bottle Collectors Club at www.milkbottlecollectors.com. *** Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to antiquequestions@aol.com. Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox is unable to personally answer all reader questions. Do not send any materials requiring return mail. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

Freddy Groves Courier Syndicated Columnist

instead. Some exams weren't done because veterans weren't conWhen you put in a claim for tacted by phone to schedule the benefits, one of the first things appointments and the mailing that happens is that a Veterans address on the notice was Service Officer will ask for a wrong. After missed appointcompensation and pension ments, at three of the four faciliexam, and will fill out the forms ties studied, no one called the for it. veterans directly to try to set If for some reason you don't another appointment time. In have that C&P exam, it's called other cases, appointments were an incomplete exam request. The rescheduled or just plain canOffice of the Inspector General celed without notifying the vetfor the erans. Department Rule of thumb: of Veterans Know your status at Affairs all times. If you've recently “Know your sta- got a claim in for released a benefits, keep on tus at all times. Be report on the top of the schedulproblem of ing of your exams. proactive.” incomplete Be proactive. Don't exams. – Freddy Groves expect a phone call It found or mail, because that a good you might not get it. portion of Make the calls yourexam self. Verify that requests were incomplete they've correctly entered your because veterans didn't show up address and contact phone numfor appointments. Here's why: bers into the system. In some cases the veterans In 2008, a probable 24,000 weren't called to set the appoint- missed exams could have been ment times -- they were simply avoided. told via mail when those appointments would be. When Write to Freddy Groves in care veterans wanted to schedule for of King Features Weekly Service, a different time or date, those P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL exams weren't always resched32853-6475, or send e-mail to uled. And in some cases, when columnreply@gmail.com. veterans requested different appointment times, the exam (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc. requests were just canceled

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Spaces for Rent Wofford Heights Mobile / RV Park Great Location! Quiet, mature trees, walk to lake, market, medical, park & theater. Call Jim @ (760) 376-6316 __________________________ RV Sites Available @ Riverview RV Park, Kernville. $419 to $459 mo + utilities, month to month. Call 376-2345 for info.

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Rent to Own - Nice 2bd/2ba dbl wide Mobile Home w/patio & deck + 2 car carport in quiet 55+ park. $595/mo. Includes space rent. + deposit. 760-379-2092 _________________________ Weldon - 2 bd, 2 ba house with big porch, washer, dryer, stove & dishwasher. $700/month. Call (562) 228-9519 _________________________ Kernville - 1 bd. 1 bath apt in Riverview RV Park with woodburning stove. $450/mo + utilities. 376-2345 _________________________ Kernville - Hi-Ho Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $595/mo + deposit and utilities. 760-376-2671 _________________________ Weldon - Cozy 1 bd, 1 ba house w/large fenced yard. Room for RV parking. ALL NEW INTERIOR. Gardner, Water & Trash paid. $575/mo + $575 deposit. Available immediately. Call Mike @ 949-645-4697 or cell 949-246-7731 _________________________ KVHS grad seeking quiet & clean roommate to share 3bdrm., 2 bath house in good neighborhood near BC. $350 per month, split utilities. Furnished or unfurnished. Call or text Aaron at 760-549-3341 or e-mail apollo112@thestew.net. _________________________ Wofford Hts. Mobile Home Neatest Adult Park in the valley 1 Bdrm. Completely remodeled $385.00 mo. Senior Discount. Apply at office, 99 Evans Rd. _________________________ Bodfish - 3 bd, 2 bath house with garage. No large pets. Good credit & references required. $795/mo + $950 deposit. (805) 640-1454 _________________________ Wofford Heights - 2 bd, 2 ba duplex, lake view, 1600 sq ft. Fenced yard, pets ok, handicap accessible, air conditioning, free Internet, water/trash pd. $1,080 mo+ dep. Call Dov 818-915-0605

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For Sale 2 Cemetery Plots - Hillcrest Memorial Park in Bakersfield. Spaces 5 & 6. Lot 5601, Parkview Lawn. $5,000 ea. Call Taresa @ (760) 928-2582

Wanted to Buy PICK A POCKET PUP One male, white with one cream spot on back, CKC-registered Chihuahua. 3 months. Vet checked. All shots. Wormed. Raised in home. Parents on premises.Will grow to 5 1/2-6-lbs. $300. Also available: female, striking white with black spots, 11 weeks, $300. 760-379-1403 _________________________ FREE KITTENS - Males & Females. 13 weeks old. Black & white domestic short hair. Litter box trained. 379-8731 - Barbara or Alan.

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FAIR from page 1

• Wed, Sept. 23 - Phil Vassar • Thurs, Sept. 24 - Tower of Power, presented by MAS Magazine • Friday, Sept. 25 - Nitty Gritty Dirt Band • Sat, Sept. 26 ˆ Skynnyn Lynnrd (Tribute band/Lynrd Skynyrd) • Sun, Sept. 27 - Crystal Gayle • Mon, Sept. 28 - Hanson • Tues, Sept. 29 - Rick Springfield • Wed, Sept. 30 - Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers • Thurs, Oct. 1- Salvador • Friday, Oct. 2 - Grand Funk Railroad • Sat, Oct. 3 - The Spinners • Sunday, Oct. 4 - Carmen Jara, presented by Eagle Mountain Casino

for 2009. There also are many contests designed for children, from special cooking competitions to the everpopular Lego-building contests. Bakers will have several new contests and the popular Spam category will return, as well as favorites like the Hidden Valley contest and My Favorite Cake. Entry catalogues are available at the Kern County Fair, 1142 South P Street, and also online at kerncountyfair.com. For more information, contact the Kern County Fair Entry Department at 833-4914. New at this year's Kern County Fair Planners of this year's Kern County Fair, Sept. 23-Oct. 4, are offering visitors 12 days of low-cost entertainment with new attractions, shows and concerts geared for families on a budget. "We've put our focus on providing the best family entertainment we can and offering it all for the price of admission to the fair," said Bill Blair, chief executive officer. Blair stressed that admission prices will remain at last year's level at only $8 for adults, $3 for children 6 to 12, and free for children ages 5 and under. For an even better deal, families can purchase advance tickets at a discount online and at Albertson's beginning in midAugust. As visitors enter the fairgrounds, one of the first changes they're likely to see is a new aerial act. The Nerveless Nocks will be bringing their death-defying high-wire act to Bakersfield. The family of stunt performers will thrill the crowds with their motorcycle show performed on a wire stretched high above the ground. A special feature of their per-

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In this image from last year’s Kern County Fair, Courier co-publisher Michael Batelaan conveys the idea of the cornucopia of food items available at the Kern County Fair. This year’s fair is Sept. 23-Oct. 4, and already people are gearing up in the Kern River Valley to enter their livestock or canned goods for competition. formance at the Kern County Fair will be the "Globe of Death," a huge cage in which motorcyclists perform their daredevil stunts. Another new addition to the entertainment is Dr. Solar, who gives out a prescription of laughter, good times and sunshine from his solar-powered traveling medicine show. Dr. Solar is an award-winning magician, ventriloquist and puppeteer. His show blends old-time Americana entertainment with contemporary ecological messages. The Kern County Fair also will introduce a new hypnotist to Bakersfield. She's Master Hypnotist Tina Marie and will take the spotlight for two shows each night on the Frontier Stage.

"The nightly hypnotist shows have always been a hit with fair-goers," said Blair. "We expect that Tina Marie will wow the crowds and give visitors a new face, a new experience." Free concerts every night Over at the Budweiser Pavilion, new acts will take the stage each night in free concerts. Country artist Phil Vassar will kick-off the entertainment line-up on opening day, followed by a roster that includes a wide variety of music - from Tower of Power and Nitty Gritty Dirt Band to pop star and actor Rick Springfield and Christian group Salvador. No tickets are required for these shows and they are free with regular admission to the fair.

Free fun for kids For the young, and young-atheart, the Calico Corner Children's Area will be bigger and better than ever. Through the sponsorship of San Joaquin Community Hospital, the area has been expanded this year and will include an arts and crafts center, a mini-circus and stage, drawing pavilion, and nature and science activities. In the children's area and throughout the grounds, providing a fun learning environment is a big part of what the Kern County Fair is all about, said Blair. "Part of putting on the fair is providing a showcase for the best of Kern County. Folks can visit the hobby pavilion, the community exhibits, the fine arts building, the community stages and the livestock barns. They'll see what their friends and neighbors have been up to, watch local bands and dance troupes, check out the best photography, taste the winning cake recipe, see what a champion steer looks like… “There isn't any other event like it." – Kern County Fair

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Homes for Sale

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Wofford Hts - MH in Senior Park. 2 bd, 1 ba, Custom built cabinets in kitchen & bath. New house roof & plumbing. 2 storage shed. $10,000 OBO 760-376-2943

6437 Lake Isabella Blvd. in the Post Office Shopping Center. Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 9-12. 379-8927 Children's Clothing and More

Land For Sale 4 Acre Lot For Sale in Weldon w/water meter installed. $90,000 OBO 661-428-0814 _________________________ Residential Lot on Aspen Drive in Bodfish. $25,000. OBO Call (661) 428-1108 _________________________ Southlake - Lot ready to build. 8525 Sugar Pine Ct. 8,712 sq ft. Quiet cul-de-sac. Quality home in area, mt views in all directions, underground utilities. Curb & gutters already in. $37,000. 818269-0507 or 818-299-1863

40Ft RV Access w/hookups. Large 2bd. 2ba, Den+Formal lvg, 2-car garage+workshop. Corner lot+cul-de-sac. New roof, Lake view, fireplace + many upgrades. 8331 So. Lake Dr., Southlake. $149,000 (760) 379-7094

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Cabin For Sale - Cabin on 1/3 acre lot at 102 Hoebeck Bodfish. Cross street of Columbus, fixer upper for $68,000. 661-428-1108 _________________________ Lake Isabella - Nice 2bd/2ba dbl wide Mobile Home w/patio & deck + 2 car carport in quiet 55+ park, $25,000 or financing available. 760-379-2092 _________________________

INTERNET SETUP/REPAIR Person to help with Internet set-up and computer repair for Macintosh computer. Call Joe @ 760-376-6138

Lake Isabella - 3 bd, 2 ba house. Large double garage, close to shopping. $159,000. OWC w/small down. (760) 417-0876

Announcements If you were one of the cars that had to pull into a turnout - 1 ¾ miles west of Call Box #3 on Tuesday, July 7th @ 2:30 pm, for emergency vehicles, please call me @ 378-1367

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: S & J Weeding and Hauling (2009-B3976) Street address of principal place of business: 2512 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: 2512 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT(S): Jerry Rupert, 2512 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 and Cindi Rupert, 2512 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. I, Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 06/01/2009. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Cindi Rupert. This statement filed on 06/18/2009. Expires 06/18/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier June 26, July 3, 10 and 17, 2009.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: TNT Enterprizez (2009-B4064) Street address of principal place of business: 7230 Cyrus Canyon Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1526, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT(S): Todd Noble, 7230 Cyrus Canyon Road, Kernville, CA 93238. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 07/01/2004. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Todd Noble. This statement filed on 06/23/2009. Expires 06/23/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier June 26, July 3, 10 and 17, 2009.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Art's Electric Contracting (2009-B3683) Street address of principal place of business: 1040 Evans Road, Space A5, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: 1040 Evans road, Space A5, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT(S): Arthur Schroeder, 1040 Evans Road, Space A5, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 04/01/1987. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Todd Noble. This statement filed on 06/05/2009. Expires 06/05/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2009.

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Courier chuckle of the week: "The pen is mightier than the sword, and considerably easier to write with." â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Marty Feldman

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Salomeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your honesty is, as always, admirable. But you might want to be more tactful in discussing a sensitive issue with a family member. Remember: You can give advice without giving offense. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) An unexpected workplace snag should be handled quickly so that it leaves you time for family get-togethers. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Aspects favor family matters, especially where children might be involved. Spending time with loved ones helps restore some much-needed balance to your typically busy schedule. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) That seemingly clear-cut agreement might not be quite so straightforward after all. Recheck for language that could make you liable for hidden costs and other unpleasant surprises. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Careful, Kitty. Better to deal with someone with proven reliability than with a big talker who promises much but can't confirm that he or she will deliver. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your matchmaking skills are at peak performance levels both at work and for bringing people together on a more personal basis. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You're final-

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ly seeing some progress with your new venture. But be prepared for it to continue at a slower pace than you're used to. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A family member's success pulls you into the spotlight as well. Enjoy it, but don't let it overshadow what you're doing with your own creative projects. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Using what you already know might not be quite enough to get a proposed project off the ground. Look for any new information that might help tilt the scales in your favor. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Good news: While a changing workplace environment can be daunting for some, it could be the challenge you've been hoping for. If so, confront it with confidence and move on. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) It's a good time to recheck travel arrangements for any changes that could work to your advantage. Aspects also favor strengthening and restoring old, fraying relationships. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Using your intuitive reasoning helps you cut right through the double-talk and go straight to what's really going on around you. Stay the course until all your questions are answered. BORN THIS WEEK: You radiate light and warmth, and others love being close to you. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GEOGRAPHY: What country claims Addis Ababa as its capital? 2. MUSIC: What is the real name of Irish rock ban U2's lead singer Bono? 3. SCIENCE: Which famous scientist was known as "the Wizard of Menlo Park"? 4. MOVIES: What was the name of the fictional town that was the setting for "Back to the Future"? 5. SPACE: Who was the last astronaut to step on the moon? 6. LITERARY: Who wrote the novel "The Bridge of San Luis Rey"? Answers:

1. Ethiopia 2. Paul Hewson 3. Thomas Edison 4. Hill Valley 5. Eugene Cern 6. Thornton Wilder

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Friday, July 17, 2009

Juvenile tagged with starting fires On July 10 the Kern County Fire Department responded to a wildland fire within the urban interface area in Weldon, near Lake Isabella. This fire threatened several structures – however, it was contained at 24 acres without any damage. KCFD arson investigators arrived on scene and were advised from eyewitness accounts of a person of interest. Further investigation resulted in the arrest of a 17-year-old juvenile. It has subsequently been determined that the same person is also allegedly responsible for another fire in the same area in June of 2008. Community involvement, early notification and a quick response by the Kern County Fire Department Arson Investigation Unit were instrumental in bringing a successful conclusion to this case. – Kern County Fire Department

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Here are some of the winners of the colorful life jackets provided by the Family Resource Center for the Kern Valley Aquatics Program last Saturday. The kids are Madeline Beaton, Evan Jones (too tired to face the camera), and MaKenzie Newbern. Many attended the event, and enjoyed themselves for free in the pool at South Fork Middle School.

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Super Crossword answers

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South Fork Transmission & Brakes 5300 lake Isabella Blvd. 760-379-9578

Tires, Wheels & Repairs on Cars, Trucks, RV’s/Trailers & Tractors

S TIRE S TEWART’

5304 Lake Isabella Blvd.

760-379-5133

Kernville Union School District

Family Resource Center Helping Children Reach New heights

5109 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-379-2556

Chinese Restaurant Open 7 Days • Dine In or Take Out 11am-9pm

5117 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-379-2718

Clothing & Accessories 5116 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-812-9700 KernCloths.com

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WHITMAN DANCE STUDIO Open House & Registration Saturday Aug.1st 11am-4pm • Classes Begin Aug. 3rd whitmandancestudio.com 5101-C Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-379-0033

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