March 31, 2012
Volumee 2 • Numberr 37
In n this Issue Bog Valley Players A14
Home Improvement A49
Miss Mohawk Valley A13
Tax Guide A24
Easter Dining A41
“For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time.” ~ 1 Timothy 2:5-6
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On the cover
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Katelynn, Lucas and Dillon Kruger participated in the Family Fun Day at the Canajoharie High School March 24. The event included pictures with the Easter Bunny, fire safety activities, face painting, a bake sale, an Easter Egg hunt and much more.
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Fun Easter Egg Facts Despite the fact that most of us associate Easter with chocolate eggs, it is actually hens’ eggs that are the traditional food of Easter Sunday. The link between eggs and Easter derives from the Christian tradition of fasting through Lent, the 40 days before Easter Sunday. During Lent the eating of animal products, including eggs, was strictly forbidden. However, hens continued to lay throughout the fast, resulting in a large stock for Easter Sunday. The custom of exchanging decorative eggs was prevalent in many of the world’s ancient civilizations. Early Christians used red colored eggs to symbolize the Resurrection. In England they began writing messages and dates on their eggs and exchanging them with friends and loved ones. In the 1800's, candied eggs were made. They were open on one end and a scene was put inside. They were used as table centerpieces. Eggs were regarded as a symbol of the universe or a creation of God. They also represented fertility, resurrection and new life. The Original Valley Pennysaver is delivered to 100 percent of the homes in the following towns: Ames Marshville Brooksman Corners Nelliston Buel Oppenheim Canajoharie Palatine Bridge Ephratah Randall Fort Plain Salt Springville Freysbush Sprakers Hallsville Sprout Brook Hessville St. Johnsville Lasselville Starkville Find The Original Valley Pennysaver in strategic locations in: Amsterdam Little Falls Charleston Mohawk Cherry Valley Richfield Springs Dolgeville Salisbury E. Springfield Sammonsville Fonda Sharon Springs Fultonville Springfield Center Gloversville Stratford Herkimer Tribes Hill Ilion Vails Mills Johnstown
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Hello Again, It’s question and answer time for computer game players. Question: Does playing computer games sharpen your mind and skills making you a better auto driver with faster reaction times? Answer: The Continental Tyre Company of England compared the actual driving skills of 2,000 gaming and non-gaming drivers. What they learned was gamers tended to speed, run through red lights, suffer road rage, and generally drive more dangerously. A company spokesperson speculated that gaming drivers take more risks on the road because they’re used to playing computer games where there are no consequences. Triva: 1. Who invented Tabasco sauce? Answer: Edmund MacClenny. Strange, isn’t it? “The Scottish are generally known for their bland tasting food.” 2. In what year did Isaac Singer patent his sewing machine? Answer: 1851. Seventy-nine years ago in the Dolgeville Republication Newspaper, the following was headlined: “Record of First Town Meeting in Salisbury—It took place in April 113 years ago.” That issue of the paper was Friday, March 3, 1933. So based on today’s month and year, the meeting was held 202 years ago. Who says history is boring? I would rather read an old newspaper than watch a modern T.V. program. Noted in a front-page column: the sum of $12.50 was voted to be paid to Nat Foster as a bounty for the killing of the wolves. It was reported that the rifle he used to kill the wolves was made in a local Salisbury shop. The same rifle had been used at an earlier time to shoot Drid the Indian in the local Fulton County chain. Willis Avery is understood to have made the gun. The same column included the following: “cattle or horses were not allowed to run at large around any tavern, store, mill, or blacksmith shop from November 1st to May 1st and violation was punishable by a fine of $2.00.” Why do you think cattle and horses were allowed to roam free around these establishments from May 1st – November 1st? In the same March 3, 1933 issue it stated that all roads through the Salisbury-Dolgeville section were blocked to wheel traffic as the result of a big blizzard. It continued with nearly ever winter, it would get so cold as to freeze the hair off a cast-iron dog. Sermon in a Sentence: Faith is a way of walking, not talking. The following poem was authored by Ida M. Goodney of Poland, NY in 1933, a former resident of Dolgeville. Read it carefully—then
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reread it and maybe again. If Ida M. Goodney was writing or composing a poem about today, would she have to change a single meaning? In 1929, we were sailing fine, Riding the waves upon the crest; Then came the crash, business went to smash And on rocks we came to rest. In 1930, the way was mighty dirty, And we floundered in the mud: Then thought we’d found a way, And felt quite gay, But back we skidded with a thud. In 1931, we thought the bus would run If we fed it plenty of gas. But no one could steer, without any cheer, So into danger we did pass. In 1932, the people were all feeling blue, And wondering where the pioneers were hid; Then came the “New Deal,” with a change at the wheel, But it hasn’t stopped with the skid. In 1933, our country’s still on a spree So we’ve got to check the awful cost; You can bet your bottom dollar the bosses will holler, But put the brakes on before we’re lost! I need your help—your understanding. I am not emotionally able to write or chat with you about my lifelong friend, Jack Hayden. Jack was called home, ending his walk in this life at 12 noon today, Tuesday, March 27, 2012, in the Delray Medical Center in Delray Beach, Florida. While driving alone in his car during the early afternoon two weeks ago, Jack’s car was involved in a dreadful head-on collision. He was taken by ambulance to the Delray Medical Center where he received wonderful medical care in their intensive care unit. This is not intended to be an obituary, rather his friend writing to you, our friends, explaining what happened. Jack and I became childhood friends—buddies when Jack was 8 and I was 5 years old. That was 72 years ago. For over 40 years, we worked together as a team managing Lee Publications. While his passing is one of my life’s greatest losses, we were able to gain, grow and share in the life of a truly great and wonderful person. Rest in peace dear friend. You helped make this world a better place to visit. Your prayers for Jack’s wife, Coralee, his sons Jeffrey, Joel, and his daughter Jennifer will ease the loss. Fred Lee and the Lee Family
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Miss Mohawk Valley 2012 Crowned Courtney Sheridan, 20, of Johnstown was crowned Miss Mohawk Valley 2012 during the annual pageant held Saturday, March 17, at Vernon-VeronaSherrill Central School. Sheridan competed with contestants from across Oneida, Herkimer, Fulton and Montgomery Counties for the title and $1,000 scholarship along with the opportunity to advance to the Miss New York Pageant in June. The winner from the state competition will then continue on to the Miss America Pageant. Sheridan will promote a platform of “Silence
Hides Violence: Speaking Out Against Teen Dating Violence” during the next year as she makes appearances throughout the Mohawk Valley. Other awards presented are as follows: • Heather Graves of Caroga Lake — 1st runner-up and winner of a $500 scholarship • Katherine Bant of Johnstown — 2nd runner-up and winner of a $350 scholarship • Jessica Ann Lape of Canajoharie — 3rd runner-up and winner of a $250 scholarship • Bant was also the recipient of a $100 scholarship for community service and Lape is the winner of a $100 Miss Congeniality
scholarship. • Catherine Banks of Canajoharie was the People’s Choice winner of a cash prize and the Spirit Award winner of a $50 scholarship. The pageant featured entertainment by Miss Mohawk Valley 2011 L ynn Tryon as well as a vocal performance by Miss New York 2011 Kaitlin Monte who was named 2nd runner-up at the Miss America pageant held earlier this year. The Miss Mohawk Valley pageant is held under the direction of Laurie Jean Britton and was presented in partnership with the VernonVerona-Sherrill FFA. For more information
Courtney Sheridan, Miss Mohawk Valley 2012. Photo courtesy of Miss Mohawk Valley Scholarship Program visit www.missmohawkvalley.com.
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Bog Valley Players celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Arkell Center by Elizabeth A. Tomlin Celtic music preformed by the Valley Bog Players and the traditional Irish dish of corned beef & cabbage was the centerpiece for Arkell Center’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration. “This was the first time we’ve had the Valley Bog Players at Arkell Center,” said Activities Director Linda Klump. “They played wonderful Irish music for a wonderful Irish gathering!” A traditional Irish band, the Valley Bog Players played
jigs, ballads and love songs, much to the delight of the attendees. “Everyone seemed to be having a very good time!” Klump reported. The band features Kathy Walsh on the accordion, John Walsh on the bodhran (Irish drum), and vocalist Roland Vinyard on guitar and Celtic banjo. Vinyard, also known as “The Bard Rocks” performs on 6 and 12-string guitars, the slide guitar, chordophone, an Autoharp, banjo, banjo-mandolin and other instru-
ments. Klump and Arkell Center Program Assistant Joan Cimino organized the event, which was opened to the
community. The corned beef Planning a Garage Sale? and cabbage dinner Call 518-673-3011 was prepared by to get your‘Meals listing in early! the of Montgomery’ (MOM) and Arkell Hall.
Folks gathered at the Arkell Center to enjoy the St. Patty's Day entertainment featuring the Valley Bog Players. Photos by Elizabeth A. Tomlin
Bog Valley Players (front from left) John Walsh, Kathy Walsh, and Roland Vinyard joined Arkell Hall Activities Director Linda Klump (in hat) and Arkell Center Program Assistant Joan Cimino to present a St. Patrick's Day program for Arkell residents, tenants and the community.
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Jack Stevens Hayden, 80, of Boynton Beach, Florida died Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at Delray Medical Center. Born in Sangerfield, NY on January 4th, 1932 he was the youngest son of the late Marie Stevens and William Hayden. Jack graduated in 1950 from Cherry Valley High School; in September he enrolled as a freshman at the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences. He furthered his education at the Utica School of Commerce. During his final semester in college, Jack interviewed for a position at Kelsey Hayes. He was hired and spent the next 15 years in varied positions. Jack is remembered in the Utica area as a member of the St. Elizabeth's Print Division, Founder of the St. Elizabeth's Credit Union as well as an officer for the Kelsey Hayes Credit Union and Treasurer of both. In 1966 Jack joined Lee Publications in Palatine Bridge, NY as General Manager. In 2002 Jack retired from Lee Publications as Vice President, Executive Publisher and Chief Financial Officer of the company. On May 7, 1955 he married the former Joanne Deuel. That union lasted 45 years until her passing on September 23, 2000. He was also predeceased by his three brothers, Harold Hayden, Francis Hayden and Edward Hayden who was killed in World War II; and his grandson, Domenic Hayden. His family includes his wife Cora Lee Palma-Hayden of Boynton Beach, FL, whom he married on October 3, 2004; two sons, Jeffrey (Vicky) Hayden of Erie, PA, Dr. Joel (Emelie) Hayden of Shrewsbury, MA; his daughter, Jennifer Hayden of Sharon Springs, NY; his sister, Shirley Hayden of New Hartford, NY; six grandchildren, Marcus Hayden, Jacquelyn (Jon) Beardsley, Thomas Hayden, Andrew Hayden, Anthony Hayden and Michael Hayden. He is also survived by his step-children, Lisa (Timothy) Clemons of Conway, SC; Rodney Palma of Glendale, AZ; two stepgrandchildren Shalane (Ron) Sobkowich of Gloversville, NY and Timothy J. Clemons of Conway, SC; one greatgranddaughter, Shyanne Rose Sobkowich; his brothers-in-law Joseph F. (Lois) Perry of Leesburg, FL, Richard R. (Constance) Perry, St. Petersburg, FL and daughter Ali; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Jack was an adventurous man, traveling with his wife, Cora Lee, to Europe on Mediterranean cruises on three different occasions. He enjoyed sailing on various other cruises in the Caribbean. Together they explored the history of the United States, including Arizona, following the treacherous Apache Trail around the Superstition Mountains and visiting the Grand Canyon. One of the greatest pleasures in Jack's retirement was having breakfast on the Atlantic oceanfront at the Dune Deck Cafe in Palm Beach, after which he drove along the Palm Beach shoreline enjoying the beauty of the Florida coast. Jack enjoyed golfing, hunting and more than anything else, the company of his loving family and friends; he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 10 o'clock at the Lenz & Betz Funeral Home, 69 Otsego Street, Canajoharie, NY. Interment will follow in Crown Hill Memorial Park, Clinton, NY. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Monday, April 2, 2012 from 4 until 7p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box, 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 www.diabetes.org
Please visit Jack's guestbook online at www.brbsfuneral.com
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BAKED VIRGINIA HAM $4.99 Lb., Genoa Salami $3.99 Lb., (sold by pounds only) if less than a pound 50¢ more a pound, Peruzzi’s Meat Market, 69 Church Street, Canajoharie. 518-673-3382
Would You Like To Place Your Ad In The Original Valley Pennysaver Just Give Kristen or Beth a Call At
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Deadline Every Thursday at Noon
8340 FORD, 5,000Hrs., 2WD, no cab, new rubber, $15,500; 530 JD, wide front w/loader $3,500; (2) NH 718 Harvesters w/3 heads; Degelman stone rake 14’; 6’ stone bucket; 1540 Gehl blower; 12’ springtooth drag; 16’ spike drags; (4) Forage wagons, (2) JD, (1) NH, (1) Gehl; Silverado 1500 4x4 pickup, 80k miles, asking $2,500; 120’ silo power cords; 200amp entrance w/double throw switch. All offers considered. 315-429-3763
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HELP WANTED
Looking for Field Work & Planting Help Ability to Run Large Farm Equipment Call or Stop In For Application
LOGAN FARMS 338 Nellis Road Fort Plain, NY 13339 518-993-2279 or 993-4747 EXPERIENCED D AGRICULTUREE TECHNICIAN AND/OR R CONSTRUCTION N TECHNICIAN N
wanted to fill immediate opening at our St. Johnsville or Richfield Springs locations. Full time position with excellent pay and benefits. Please send resumé to sspringersinc@roadrunner.com or apply within at either Springer’s Inc, 55 West Main St. Richfield Springs or 7403 State Hwy 5, St. Johnsville
Employment A truth that's told with bad intent beats all the lies you can invent. -William Blake EXPERIENCED D PARTS S R PERSON COUNTER wanted to fill immediate opening. Full time position with excellent pay and benefits. Please send resumé to sspringersinc@roadrunner.com or apply within at either Springer’s Inc, 55 West Main St. Richfield Springs or 7403 State Hwy 5, St. Johnsville
Whatchmacallits Before the advent of electric lights, a popular form of lighting for the common man for centuries was the grease lamp, because they provided the cheapest form of lighting. The so-called betty lamp, like the one owned by Willis “Skip” Barshied Jr. shown here, had a wick holder built into the base that allowed drippings to run back into the bowl. The wicks in grease lamps draw more oil than can be consumed. In earlier lamp styles, the fuel would overflow and drip onto anything under the lamp.
It is believed that the name “betty” is derived from the German word besser, which means made better. Animal oils were
commonly used as fuel. Fish oil gave the poorest light and smoked the most. Animal fats gave better light, but still burned with an odor.
Whale oil produced the best light, equivalent to two candles, but it was expensive and not always available in rural areas.
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NEIGHBORHOOD DIRECTORY BUILDERS
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“Where Quality Comes First”
Scenic Ridge Builders LLC
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Contractor’s Millwork, Inc. Est. 1986 Owners/Operators: Alden and Steven Witham Sharon Springs, NY
MONUMENTS Humphrey Memorials, Inc. Monumental Design & Sales Cemetery Lettering Memorial Restoration 3051 State Rte. 28, Herkimer, NY 13350 315-866-4471 or 518-848-0963 Established in 1946
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Owners
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518-993-2002
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Unsure of how to handle the loved one’s estate or what to do with the contents of their home, give me a call, we can help. Country Treasures 518568-5121
Call 518-673-3011 To Place Your Ad 2008 DODGE Nitro SXT 4x4, tan, 34k, V-6, auto, AC, CD, full power. SALE: $16,995. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124
LOOKING FOR IT? Selling it? Looking for work? Looking to hire…
Give us a call at 518-673-3237 to place your reader ad today. MUZZLELOADERS made by White 50cal, stainless, scope and mounts $350. And shotgun for turkey hunting, vent rib with accessories $300. Mick 518-6733483.
ASPHALT MILLINGS For Driveways Parking Lots Walkways Bulk Silos Floors
Ron Allen Trucking 361 East Main St., Canajoharie
518-673-3618
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WE PAY CASH! for all types of Gold & Diamond jewelry. Gold Is At An All-Time High
William Doerrer & Son Jewelers 16 Canal Street, Fort Plain
(518) 993-3388
FOR SALE: 2003 Kia Rio automatic, 108K or a 2002 Saturn, 4 dr. with 119K. Call Paul at 315895-7487, Eastern Auto Mall for more information or check out the vehicles online at www.ilioneasternautomall.com
INVOICES for your Business - 2, 3 or 4 part forms. Very reasonable. Call Beth at Lee Publications 518673-0101 or email bsnyder@leepub.com
You can place your Line Ad in this Publication for as little as $400.
NEED BUSINESS CARDS?
518-673-3011 Deadline Every Thursday at Noon
HOME-GROWN BEEF FOR SALE. USDA inspected. Pieces, quarters, halves or whole. Damin Farm, 518-5682643
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Full color glossy, heavy stock. 250 ($45.00); 500 ($60.00); 1,000 ($75.00). Call Beth at Lee Publications 518-673-0101 or bsnyder@leepub.com (518) 673-3011 ~ To Place Your Ad
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PARKER Bows and Crossbows at The Sportsman’s Den, 36 Canal St, Fort Plain, 518-993-1010. Lifetime warranty, Made in America, incredibly priced. RECORDS WANTED: We’ll buy your old records from 1930 1970. 45’s, 78’s, Albums, Rock-N-Roll, Blues, R&B, Country,etc. Call Pete 518-673-2384. OIL CHANGE SPECIAL! $24.95 w/free Tire Rotation. Offer expires 5/1/12. Licari Motor Car, Rt. 28 North, Herkimer, NY. 315-866-4141. Schedule your appointment TODAY!
Original Valley PENNYSAVER • March 31, 2012 Consignment Auction, Wednesday, April 11th at 5:00pm., 56 Willett Street, Fort Plain, NY. Tools, Consignments, Groceries, Meats, Cheese’s, Frozen Meats and more! Lot’s of good stuff at Jr’s in Fort Plain. For more information call 518-993-4666 We can furnish you with every kind of fabricated roof and floor truss. These trusses are ideal for residential, commercial or agricultural construction. Call for a free quote. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7016
FOR SALE: 1987 F-350 w/plow, 85K. Nice truck and affordable price! Stop in for a test drive! Call Sam at 315-895-7487, Eastern Auto Mall for more information or check out the vehicles online at www.ilioneasternautomall.com Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain, 518-993-3834. Stihl weed trimmers and chainsaws have arrived for spring, just in time to clean up what winter left us. CHECK IT OUT www.licarimotorcars.com
20x30 TENT with four sides for rent. Canajoharie Volunteer Fire Department 518-3783279 or email jems@roadrunner.com
INSULATE! Kraft faced and unfaced fiberglass insulation available at C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7016
FREE DELIVERY please see our Facebook page for details Mercato Pizza Restaurant. Mercato Pizza & Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie. 518-673-4411
DINNER SPECIAL: $29.95 bottle of wine and two dinners. Mercato Pizza & Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie 518-6734411
SW 2001: 16x76 Fairmont 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, fireplace, great condition, on large lot, Young’s Park, Ballston Spa. Call 518-210-6882 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain 518-993-3834. Get a jump on your spring! Flower and vegetable seeds are in, along with everything you need to get them started. Need a new car? Get 0% financing at Sampson Motor Car where everyone is approved! 261 East Main Street Amsterdam. 518-848-7359 CENTRAL BOILER EClassic OUTDOOR FURNACES. Cleaner and Greener. 97% Efficient. EPA Qualified. Call North Creek Heat 315-866-3698 Turn your unwanted items into cash the auction way or sell outright. Contact Tim at Country Treasures 518-332-5157
Set smart money goals during financial literacy month Spring cleaning isn’t just for your house. You can also spend some time spring cleaning your finances. April is Financial Literacy Month, a great chance for you to evaluate your current financial situation and set some new financial goals. Maybe you want to finally pay off your credit card debt, or start saving for your child’s college fund. With these tips from USA.gov, you’ll be able to take an honest look at where you stand now, determine where you want to go and develop a smart
financial plan to get there. • MyMoney.gov is your one stop shop to find answers to your most common financial questions. You’ll find tips and financial advice centered on important life events, like the birth of a child, buying a home and retiring from your job. You can also find worksheets to help you set up a budget and calculators to determine how much you need to save for retirement and more. • Keeping track of all your financial accounts can be challenging. But you
can streamline the process by taking advantage of tools like online banking and automatic bill paying to cut down on some of financial paperwork in your life. You can also learn how to use your bank’s mobile apps safely and effectively to manage your money while keeping your personal information safe. • No matter the state of the current economic climate, it’s always a good idea to try to save some money for emergencies or other unexpected expenses that might pop
up. In Managing Your Money in Good Times and Bad, you’ll get tips on spending less, saving more and learn how to borrow money in a smart way so that you don’t get hit with overbearing interest rates. Find more answers to your money questions and get tips on managing your money, avoiding debt and improving your credit in the 2012 Consumer Action Handbook. Read it online or order your free copy.
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The Canajoharie Farmers Market is accepting applications for the 2012 season. Our great location at the Arkell Museum, just off Exit 29 of the Thruway, provides easy access to and from Albany, Utica, Sharon Springs, Cooperstown, Saratoga Springs and Adirondacks. For more information visit www.canajohariefarmersmarket.com or call 518-922-5127
Bestt Buyy Appliance • Quality New & Used Appliances • Appliance Repairs
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WE BUY CARS. Call 315-866-4141 APPLICATIONS being accepted for small engine/golf car mechanic. Must be dependable, neat, selfmotivated and have tools. Apply in person. Vertucci Power Equipment, 1831 US Highway 20, 5 miles west of Richfield Springs. (518) 673-3011 ~ To Place Your
FOR RENT: One large 5 bedroom, 2 bath house, in the town of Dolgeville for $750 a month plus utilities, and security deposit required. Please call 315-404-2639 (518) 673-3011 ~ To Place Your Ad
MOHAWK VALLEY EYECARE Dr. Carol A. Balfe, O.D. 70 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie, NY 13317 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm
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TAX GUIDE Six tips on hiring a tax preparer Still looking for a tax preparer to help you with this year’s tax return? With the many changes in the tax code, it’s probably a good idea to hire a professional who knows the tax code and may be able to find those extra deductions you might miss on your own. Plus it will save you time and hassle! There’s still time to hire someone if you act quickly before their schedules are full. The National Society of Accountants (NSA) offers these six tips to help guide your search: 1. Ask your friends and business col-
leagues – Ask people what they like most about their tax preparer and find out if the types of returns the person does are similar to your needs. 2. Interview three candidates – Explain your needs and tax situation, and ask about their experience, approach, fees, and billing arrangements. Ask for references. Build a rapport and look for preparers who ask you lots of questions to learn about your situation. 3. Check out credentials – Some common high-level credentials include Accredited Tax Preparer (ATP), Accredited Tax Advisor (ATA),
Certified Professional Accountant (CPA), and Enrolled Agent (EA). If you have a business tax return, look for an Accredited Business Accountant (ABA), and if your tax situation involves retirement planning, consider an Accredited Retirement Advisor. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) also requires all tax preparers to have a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN), so make sure your tax preparer has this. 4. Look for longevity – Experience and commitment to the profession count. 5. Watch out for scams – Warning signs include prepar-
ers who offer to prepare a return in exchange for a percentage of your refund, those who refuse to sign the return they prepare for you or include their PTIN, or someone who asks you to sign a blank return. 6. Use Online Resources – Many online resources can help you find qualified tax preparers. NSA, which represents “Main Street” accountants and tax professionals who serve individuals and small businesses, has a searchable database online at www.nsacct.org (click on “Find a Professional”).
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Antiques & Auctions Collecting
by Larry Cox Aluminum cookware Q: I have a complete set of Guardian aluminum cookware from Century Metalcraft Corporation. It is from the 1950s, and the conditions of the various pieces vary. I even have a recipe book that came with the set and a box of cleaning supplies provided by the company. Any information will be appreciated. — Carolin, Stratton, CO A: Guardian cookware was manufactured in Los Angeles from the mid-1930s until the plant was destroyed by fire in about 1956. The product was sold mostly at house parties, much like Avon is marketed today. The pieces were constructed of hammered aluminum with glass tops. The durability was one of the main selling points. Since glass lids got broken and lost, they are especially coveted by collectors. Typical prices found on the Internet include a turkey roaster, $75; 1-quart casserole, $18; and 2.5-quart Dutch oven, $22. Q: I have a set of three Badger Fire Extinguishers, one full-size copper, one full-size brass and one junior-size in copper. All three are museum quality. My concern is value. — Gerald, Haverhill, MA A: The Badger Fire Extinguisher Company has been in
business for more than a century and still manufactures firefighting equipment at its plant in Sommerville, MA. Older extinguishers — especially the ones crafted in copper and brass — have become quite collectible. Some are being made into lamps and others as just interesting examples of American craftsmanship. I found five vintage Badger extinguishers being offered for sale on eBay, all valued in the $50 to $200 range. Since the ones you have are museum quality, I suspect they are worth in the upper end of that range, perhaps more. Q: I have two picture frames that have fancy scroll-cut designs. I have had them for years and am curious about any value. — Dorothy, Coventry, RI A: The frames you have could be quite old. I suggest you contact an appraiser or reputable dealer to help you determine how much they might be worth. Several weeks ago I attended an estate auction where several dozen vintage frames were sold, mostly in the $50 to $75 range. As with most collectibles, there are always exceptions, and that is why I recommend the services of an expert. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
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SPRING PREMIER ALL BREEDS DAIRY SALE FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2012 @ 11:30AM Hosking Sales - New Berlin, NY 155 Head Sell 110 Holsteins with 20 R&W, 20 Brown Swiss, 20 Jerseys & 5 Guernseys - With 50 fresh young heifers and cows at peak production. Our selections were geared to satisfy the commercial dairyman and the elite breeders alike! We'll have something for everyone - Milk, show appeal, many generations of outstanding performance and genomics. We're excited about the lineup - join us the evening before the sale for an open house and cattle viewing from 5PM - 9PM. A few Holstein sale highlights to watch for: Woodmansee, CT sends six tremendous bred heifers from famous cow families; Wisbee Farms sends a nice group of springing and fresh heifers; Genesse-Hill sends a smashing group of 10 freestall fresh cows and heifers with deep pedigrees; for the R&W enthusiast Locust-Vale sends 6 fresh cows milking up over 100# and four open heifers ready to breed - super production pedigrees; Morrill Farm sends five top young cows and heifers, other R&W up to 9 generations of EX from famous cow families. Kel-Vista sends four exceptional fresh young cows; Grassland Farms sends a group of heifers and young cows. Don't miss the fancy Advent 3yr. old Dam VG87, 2D GP Eland next dam Tamara! Also consignments from the Elegance Family, Roxys and many other deep pedigree, show calves, fresh heifers, high genomic individuals sell. Also 1st Choice Scientific Destrys of Four IVF females from Pierstein Dundee Rosebud-ET VG88 2yr. old - 2-04 286 26959 4.4 1175 4.4 1547, 2D 2E 97 Can Thrulane James Rose 6-01 365 43120 4.1 1768 3.5 1517- All American All Canadian Aged Cow Supreme Champion 2008. 3 #1 Embryos x Comstar Lauthroity-ET from Windy-Knoll Peace VG85 at 2yr. - 2-04 3x 365 34820 3.7 1277 3.0 1061, 2D Pledge 3E 95 GOM DOM, 3D Promise 2E 95 GMD DOM, 4D Pala 4E 94. 3 #1 Embryos Crackholm Secure from Ridgedale Riviera-Red-ET VG85 - 2-01 3x 365 23190 4.4 1027 3.2 742, 2D Ridgedale-T Rehema RedET 2E93, 7 more EX in the Roxy Family. Jersey sale highlights: Evans sends a group of fancy bred heifers lead by a Jr. 2yr. old prospect for the fall shows sired by Verify-ET from a EX 91 Belmont w/1196f, next dam EX92 w/1161f. Lawtons sends a fancy Int. Calf by Tequila from 2yr. T-Bone, 2D VG85 and a fancy fresh 2yr. Action with Dam VG87 25,730 1256f 894P. Parkview-Jerseys sends six young cows and heifers; Underground Genetics sends a tremendous Indiana Fall Calf from an EX Duaiseoir, 2nd Dam EX91. Many more exceptional show calves, young cows - exceptional group. Brown Swiss highlights: Hills-Valley has a smashing Dec. calf by Blessing Mort Laura Legacy from 4 Gen. EX w/big records, Dam 2E-92 5-04 365 34300 3.7 1267 3.0 1034, 2D 2E 92, 3D EX, 4D EX. Glen Moss sends a beautiful uddered Power Surge 3yr. old already VG from 2 EX dams. Dublin-Hills has a fall calf by Wonderment. Osborn Bros sends three fall showage calves sired by Total and Vigor. Empire Farm has a Wonderment bred heifer due 4/28; and also an outstanding Vigor Dec. calf from an VG88 Ace, 2nd D VG88, 3rd Dam VG, 4Dam EX. Also a VG 86 3yr. old Vigor dams 2E 91, 2D 3E 9, 3D VG, 4D is Whizzbang 5E 93 - she is due after the sale to Emory. Bruno sends a VG 3yr. old Top-Acres EP Premium-ET, D EX91 Jetway, 2D VG88. Also a Wonderment 3yr.old from 2 EX Dams. Cedar Lane Farms sends a Brothers Three Parker 2yr. old from a famous Top-Acres pedigree; and a VG 3yr. old Jade Max, DVG87, 2D 2E 92 Jetway Primo. Many more show age calves and sound young cows. Guernsey highlights: Grassland farms sends 2 VG young cows both from EX Dams. A fresh 3yr. old Super Lux sells with her March calf sired by Natural.
Open house - viewing of cattle Friday, April 5th from 5PM-9PM. Check out the Catalog and more pictures and ads online www.hoskingsales.com Directions: (Former Welch Livestock Market) 30 miles South of Utica, 6 miles North of New Berlin, NY. Sale Staff: Shaun Merrill - pedigrees 315-246-1636 Denny Ferguson 607-844-4473 Nate Osborn 315-224-2772 Jordan Thomas 315-404-5056 Lester Hosking 845-649-2063 Brian Skarka 518-369-6874 Tom & Brenda Hosking 6096 NYS Rt. 8 New Berlin, NY 13411
607-699-3637 or 607-847-8800 cell: 607-972-1770 or 1771
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WEEKLY SALES EVERY MONDAY HOSKING SALES - FORMER WELCH LIVESTOCK Weekly Sales Every Monday 12:30 Produce, Misc. & small animals; 1:00 Dairy; **We will now sell lambs, goats, pigs, feeders immediately following Dairy. Calves and cull beef approx. 5:00-5:30PM. Help us increase our volume - thus making a better market for everyone. **We are Independent Marketers- working 24/7 to increase your bottom line. Take advantage of our low commission rates. Competitive marketing is the way to go. Monday, Mar. 26th sale - cull ave. .70,Top cow .90 wt. 1149 $1034.10, Bulls/Steers top $1.01 wt. 1372 $1385.72, bull calves top $2.60, heifer calves top $1.30, cull sheep up to $1.00, Lambs $2.00 - $4.0750!! Kid Goats up to $200.00!! Dairy: bred heifers up to $1325. Monday,April 2nd - Monthly Fat Cow & Feeder Sale. 2 Loads of Angus finished cattle. Thursday, April 5th - From 5PM - 9PM Open house & viewing of cattle for the Spring Premier Sale. Friday, April 6th - 11:30AM Spring Premier All Breed Sale. 165 Head selling: 100 Holsteins, 30 Jerseys, 30 Brown Swiss, 5 Guernsey. Selections are complete the quality is the best ever. We have show calves of all breeds,outstanding bred heifers, fresh young cows that will please the most discriminating. Complete catalog and pictures on website www.hoskingsales.com. (Join us the evening before for open house and cattle viewing) Monday, April 9th - Monthly Heifer Sale. 3 started Jersey bulls sired by Alexander, Vete & T-Bone. Saturday,April 21st - Annual Spring Machinery Sale & Plant,Tree & Shrub Auction - accepting consignments groups or single items. Consignments already coming in call today to get into advertising it will make a difference. Expecting a field full of quality farm equipment. Monday,April 23rd - Sale held at the sale barn. Boardwalk Holsteins - 50 Head of Registered Milking & Close bred heifer Dispersal. RHA 19837 3.8 760 3.0 592. SCC 126,000. No BST or TMR. Brad & Carol Ainslie & Family. 315-822-6087 Watch future ads for more details. Saturday, April 28th - Sale held on Farm. Otego, NY. 11:00 AM. Gretna Acres Registered Brown Swiss Complete Dispersal. 100 Head sell. This is a long established breeding herd (50 years) DHI tested, AI sired. Regular herd health program. LOOKING TO HAVE A FARM SALE OR JUST SELL A FEW - GIVE US A CALL. **Trucking Assistance - Call the Sale Barn or check out our trucker list on our Web-Site. Call to advertise in any of these sales it makes a difference. Directions: Former Welch Livestock 6096 NYS Rt. 8, 30 miles South of Utica & 6 miles North of New Berlin, NY. www.hoskingsales.com Call today with your consignments. Tom & Brenda Hosking 6096 NYS Rt. 8 New Berlin, NY 13411
607-699-3637 or 607-847-8800 cell: 607-972-1770 or 1771
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Antiques & Auctions Collecting
by Larry Cox Casino ephemera Q: For years I have been collecting cardboard casino coin containers and have accumulated at least 50 of them from casinos in Canada, Illinois, Arizona and Las Vegas. Because of the new ticket machines in the casinos, I believe my cardboard containers are now collectible. — Tony, Sun City West, AZ A: I contacted several collectors who buy, sell and trade casino gambling items such as tokens, chips and even ashtrays. There was no interest in your card-
board coin containers. This doesn’t necessarily mean they have no value. Have you considered listing them on eBay? Q: My wife has been an avid book collector all of her life. Now that we are retired, we are thinking of selling some of her collections but have no idea if they are worth anything. Two of the series we are especially interested in are early and first editions of the Nancy Drew series and early copies of the Motor Boys books published during the early 20th century. — William, Port Orange, FL
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To Consign Call Bill at
Armitstead Auctions 518-993-2290 • 518-596-9241
KING’S
Sat. Apr. 7th Consignment Auction ~ 6:33pm Sat. Apr. 14th Consignment Auction ~ 6:33pm Sun. Apr. 15th Breeder Sale ~ 11:33am Sun. Apr. 21st Consignment Auction ~ 6:33pm
A: There were 22 volumes in the Motor Boys series, all published between 1906 and 1924. Most titles sell for about $5. Typical are “The Motor Boys in Mexico” (1906), “The Motor Boys Across the Plains” (1907), and “The Motor Boys on the Wing” (1912), all available at www.abe.com for less than $10. The first Nancy Drew book was “The Secret of the Old Clock,” published in 1930 that featured 16-year-old Nancy searching for a missing will to prevent the Topham family from inheriting an estate
they do not deserve. That first edition in excellent condition and with cover often retails for about $300. To get a better idea of the value of your books, I recommend you purchase two excellent guides: “All About Collecting Girls’ Series Books” and “All About Collecting Boys’ Series Books,” both by John Axe and published by Hobby House Books. They can be ordered through www.amazon.com. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Page 34 CRYSTAL LAKE (blue, GRAND GUSTO (green), BUTTERFLY BUSH (yellow), LAVENDER LANE (lilac) or any of the other 2000 colors available in flat, eggshell or semigloss Pittsburgh Paint. We can mix the color you wish. Just stop in at C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville, 518-568-7016 DRAINAGE PIPE: We can supply you with perf. & solid drainage pipe 4”x100, 4”x250 and 6”x100”. Smoothwall pipe in 4”x10’ lengths. Fittings for both available. Schedule 40 in 2”, 3” & 4”x10 pipe & fittings. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518568-7016 Open for the Season, Vertucci Power Equipment. Avoid the rush, schedule your spring tune up on golf cars or power equipment. Call today! 315-822-4264
Original Valley PENNYSAVER • March 31, 2012 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain, 518-993-3834. 3 cu ft bags of red, black and natural mulch have arrived! SEEKING EXPERIENCED MECHANICmust be able to diagnose and repair all types of vehicles! Top dollar for #1 person. Call 607-2643680 7354 Cub Cadet 4WD tractor, backhoe, front bucket, brush hog, rototiller, back blade, snowblower, $9,000.00 cash firm. 315-858-2657 Now booking on site auctions for srping. Contact Tim at Country Treasures Furniture for rates & dates, 518-332-5157 GET RID of the algae, mold, moss on your roof, siding, etc. by using SPRAY & FORGET. It really works! C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville 518568-7016
Calendar of Events ORIGINAL VALLEY PENNYSAVER NOTE: Calendar entries must arrive at the Original Valley Pennysaver’s office by the Tuesday prior to our publication date for them to be included in the calendar of events. Send events to Lee Publications c/o The Original Valley Pennysaver, 6113 State Highway 5, P.O. Box 121, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428. E-mail: pennysaver@leepub.com or jkarkwren@leepub.com MAR 31 Acoustic Coffee House There will no Acoustic Coffee House for April out of respect for Holy Saturday, (this year the first Saturday of the April and the day before Easter Sunday). Ames Auxiliary Easter Egg Hunt Ballfield behind Ames Museum. 2-3 pm. Refreshments. Prizes for everyone. Coloring contest. Pick up a coloring page available March 18 at AVFD firehouse Pancake breakfast, 7 am - 2 pm. Book Sale Fort Plain Reformed Church, 161 Canal St., Fort Plain, NY. 8 am - 1 pm. Used books, DVD’s, CD’s at reasonable prices. Coffee, tea & finger foods availagle. Come browse and relax with a good book. Free Beginner Computer Class Fonda Library, Fonda, NY. 1-2 pm. Computer class has seats for only 5 people unless you bring your own laptop (if list fills up more classes will be arranged). Please preregister at the Library during open hours and please give the Library an idea of your computer skills and what you would like to learn so future classes can be arranged. Contact Fonda Library, 518-853-3016. APR 1 Palm Sunday Children’s Breakfast St. John’s Reformed Church Fellowship Hall, 68 West Main St., St. Johnsville, NY. Although the whole community is invited, parents and grandparents are invited to treat their children to breakfast which consists of pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage and beverage. Free of charge.
Palm Sunday Service Crum Creek Church, 110 County Highway 108, St. Johnsville, NY. 1 pm. Refreshments and fellowship to follow. APR 1-30 Arkell Center News and Events for February Arkell Center, Canajoharie, NY. • Daily Activities: Cards, dominos and reading. • Monday - Friday: 10 am - 12 noon. Winter Indoor Wlaking Program will continue. • Monday-Friday: Noon meals provided by the Meals of Montgomery Program (M.O.M). Reservations required by noon of the previous day. *No meals will be served the week of April 2-6 at Café Arkell. We will resume normal meal schedule at noon on April 9. Please join us then. • Wednesdays: 3-4 pm. Gentle Yoga with instructor Sylvia Wohlgemuth • Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays: 10:15-11 am. Senior’s Exercise Program with Bob Smith. • April 5, 12 & 19: 2-4 pm. 2nd Time Around Big Band practice. • April 6: 6:45 pm. The Del Nero Singers Musical Program for all ages. Free WE ARE CLOSED FRIDAY, APRIL 6 FOR GOOD FRIDAY. HAPPY EASTER. • Tax Aide Service: Now through April 11. AARP Tax Aid will be available for appts. on Wednesdays from 9 am till noon. Please call 518-673-2943 to schedule an appointment. • Defensive Driving Schedule: April class full, May 5, 9 am - 3:30 pm, Aug. 20-22, 1-4 pm, Sept. 17 & 19, 5:30-8:30 pm. Call 518-673-4408 for more info. • April 11: Meals of Montgomery Easter special at noon. Ham w/Mustard Sauce, Scal-
Original Valley PENNYSAVER • March 31, 2012 loped Potatoes, Green Beans, Rye Bread & Lemon Meringue Pie. Come & enjoy. Call 6735048 or 673-4408 to make your reservation. Suggested donation is $3 for those 60 years of age or older. • April 13: 1:30 pm. “You’ve Earned a Say” Social Security & Medicare discussion directly following our Senior Citizens meeting. All seniors are encouraged to attend. • April 18: 6-8 pm. St. Mary’s Healthcare Diabeties & Nutrition Program. Free to all. Call 518-841-3717 to register. Walk-ins welcome. • April 24: 9:30 am. Breakfast with the Seniors in the Community Center. All area seniors are invited to join us. • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm. Blood Pressure Clinic. Home Health Care Partners Corp. (Co-Sponsored by St. Mary’s & Nathan Littauer Hospitals). Also health & wellness info. • April 25: 12:45 pm. Public Card Party. Donation - $2. Prizes & refreshments. • April 26: 2-3 pm. Karen Britt from Alzheimer’s Assoc. will join our monthly meeting
for a question & answer session. All Seniors & Caregivers are invited. • April 27: 1:30 pm. Canajoharie Sr. Citizens Club invited the Ayres Animal Shelter to come & share and bring a few fuzzy friends to meet our seniors. Please plan on attending. SPECIAL EVENTS • April 3-4: 1-4 pm. Defensive Driving. By appointment only. • April 29: 1:30 pm. Public Card Party. Donation $2. Prizes & refreshments. MEETINGS • April 10: 6 pm. Chamber of Commerce Meeting. Open to the public. • April 13 & 27: 1 pm. Canajoharie Sr. Citizens Club Meeting. APR 3 Spaghetti Supper Dome49, Fort Plain, NY. 4-8 pm. To support Canajoharie Band Music in the Parks. $9. Eat in or Take Out. APR 3, MAY 5, AUG 20 & 22, SEP 17 & 19 Defensive Driving Courses Arkell Center, Canajoharie, NY. • April 3-4: 1-4 pm. • May 5: 9 am - 3:30 pm. • Aug 20 & 22: 1-4 pm.
• Sept. 17 & 19: 5:308:30 pm. $20/person. All classes will be held in the Community Room of Arkell Center. Upon completion, individuals qualify for a NY ate point & insurance reduction certificate which will be mailed to them. Payment required in the form of a check or money order made payable to The Shults Agency or cash paid on the day of the first class. Bring your drivers license.. Contact Joam Cimino, 518-6734408, leave your name and phone number. APR 4 Special Music Trinity Lutheran Church, Rt. 10, Stone Arabia, NY. 7 pm. Jan MacLauchlin on piano and guest flutist. Refreshments to follow worship service. Everyone is welcome. APR 6 Beautiful and fun Easter Baskets Fundraiser Fonda Library, Fonda, NY. 2 Easter baskets for children and adults alike, stop on down and check them out. Lots and lots of cool and colorful Easter things! Take a chance for only 1 dollar a ticket. Contact Fonda
Page 35 Library, 518-853-3016. APR 7 Rabies Vaccination Clinic St. Johnsville Town Barn, 7431 St. Hwy. 5, St. Johnsville, NY. 9 am noon. Pet owners should bring proof of their pet’s last rabies vaccination. This helps the veterinarian determine whether the pet will receive a one or three year vaccination, without it your pet will receive a one year vaccination only. Contact Montgomery Co. Public Health, 518-853-3531. APR 7 & 21 Cooperstown Farmers Market Cooperstown Farmers Market, 101 Main St. in Pioneer Alley, Cooperstown, NY. 9am - 2 pm. Winter veggies, apples, meat, poultry, eggs, cheese, baked goods, jams, crafts, maple syrup and more. Call 607-5476195. On Internet at www.otsego2000.org/far mersmarket APR 11 Building w/Lego’s & Dulos Frothingham Free Library, Main St., Fonda, NY. Fun for the entire family! Children must be accompanied by an
Page 36 adult. Contact Fonda Library, 518-853-3016. APR 16, 20, 23, 25 & 30 Free Cancer Screenings The Cancer Services Program of Fulton and Montgomery Counties is offering free cancer screenings to men 50 and older and women 40 and older who do not have health insurance. Screenings may include mammograms, breast and pelvic exams, pap tests for women 40 & over and colorectal cancer screening kits for men and women 50 & over. • April 16 - 1:30-4 pm Nathan Littauer Hospital • April 20 - 9 am - noon St. Mary’s Healthcare • April 23 - 1:30-4 pm -
Ames - Sprout Brook UMC 613 Latimer Hill Rd. Ames, NY 13317 518-673-2265 Rev. Dr. Campbell Laker Sunday Service 9:30am
Cherry Valley Assembly of God
Original Valley PENNYSAVER • March 31, 2012 Nathan Littauer Hospital • April 25 - 10 am - 2 pm - Basset Mobile Coach, Ft. Plain Save-a-Lot • April 30 - 1:30-4 pm Nathan Littauer HospitalBe sure not to miss your spot and contact Suzanne Hagadorn to PRE-REGISTER at 518841-3726. APR 19 12th Annual Brooks’ Drive Thru Barbecue Chicken & Ribs Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 26 Moyer St., Canajoharie, NY. 2:30 until sold out, No advance tickets. Half Chicken only $6, Chicken Dinner $8.50, Ribs only $8, Ribs Dinner $10, Dinner includes dinner roll, macaroni salad, applesauce &
dessert. APR 21 Rabies Vaccination Clinic Palatine Town Barn, Stone Arabia Rd., Fort Plain, NY. 9 am - noon. Pet owners should bring proof of their pet’s last rabies vaccination. This helps the veterinarian determine whether the pet will receive a one or three year vaccination, without it your pet will receive a one year vaccination only. Contact Montgomery Co. Public Health, 518-853-3531. APR 29 Mohawk Valley Schooling Horse Show Series Vista Farm, 556 Paris
Road Fort Plain, NY . This one day show will feature Beginners through Advanced classes with Walk-Trot through 3 foot Jumpers. Entry fee is $15/class. Stabling available. Contact Dalton-Morris 860733-2956 or Peggy Sprague 518-993-3541. MAY 5 Acoustic Coffee House Fultonville Methodist Church, Montgomery St., Fultonville, NY. 6:30-10 pm. The no admission, no donation Acoustic Coffee House is open to all types of music as long as NO vulgarity, doesn’t offend anybody and acoustic instruments only. Call 518-853-4964.
Church Directory
Call 518-673-3011 To Place Church Listings or Fax Listings to 518-673-2381 Christian Church of Charleston Four Corners
Church of Christ Uniting
Church of the Nazarene
Rev. Deborah Waldron
Pastor David Carpenter, Jr. Sundays 9:30am
Sunday School (adult & children) 10am, Worship 11am, Sunday Eve. Prayer 6:30pm, Thurs. Eve. of Encouragement 6:30pm www.christianchurchcharlestonfourcorners.org
3316 State Route 29 W Johnstown, NY 12095 Offices: 518-762-2982 Cell: 857-523-8417
Service: Sunday 9:15am Church School: Sunday 10:15am
Sunday Morning Service 11:00am Sunday School for All Ages 10:00am
Cornerstone Baptist Church
Currytown Reformed Church
Dolgeville Christian Fellowship
Dolgeville United Methodist Church
829 St. Hwy. 162, Sprakers 518-673-2772
3 Elm St., Dolgeville, NY 13329 315-429-9142
21 N. Helmer Ave., Dolgeville Pastor: Rev. Diane E. DiLuzio 315-429-7381
37 Alden St., Cherry Valley, 607-264-3306
7274 St. Hwy. 10, Ames 518-673-3405 Sunday School 10am, Adults & Children Morning Worship 11am, Youth Ministry 5:45pm, Evening Worship 6pm, Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7pm, Awana Club 6:15-8:15pm
Emmanuel Episcopal Church 588-594 Albany St., Little Falls, NY 315-823-1323
1380 E. Lykers Rd., Sprakers 518-922-9088 Pastor Brett Popp
Rev. Donald Hoaglander Sunday School 9:15am Worship Service 10:00am
Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd 26 Moyer St., Canajoharie 518-673-3440
PO Box 896 Richfield Springs, NY 13439 315-858-1553
Dr. Marvin Isum, Pastor
Worship Sunday 10:30am Midweek Fellowship Tuesday 7pm www.dolgevillechristianfellowship.org
Everlasting Joy Believers Fellowship 66 Hancock St., (Rte. 5S) Fort Plain, NY 13339 315-858-2112 Pastor Carolee Coye
Pastor, Rev. Mark Fowler
Worship 11:00am Sunday School @ 9:30am beginning September 18th Bible Study - Wednesdays @ 12:30pm
Faith, Hope and Love Christian Fellowship 18 W. Grand St., Palatine Bridge 518-673-5128 Rev. David W. Bowley
Sunday Mass 10am Coffee Hour following Sunday Mass Sunday School & Youth Group Tuesday 10am Mass & Bible Study Friday 10am-2pm Thrift Shop
Holy Communion Sundays at 9:30am Fellowship Time to Follow Call for Holy Day services churchgood@frontier.com
Sunday Service 10am
fhlc@frontiernet.net Sundays 11:30am, For other service times please call
Fonda Fultonville United Methodist Church
Fordsbush Bible Church
Fort Plain United Methodist Church
Freysbush United Methodist Church
11 Montgomery St., Fultonville Pastor Nancy Pullen • 853-3311 Sunday Morning Worship 9:15-10:15, Sunday School 9:15-10:30, Coffee Fellowship Following Service Our Mission-To Actively Follow Christ and To Inspire Others To Accompany Us.
Fultonville Reformed Church Corner of 5S & 30 Pastor Jane Hubschmitt Sunday School 10AM Family Worship 10:30AM
The Rev. Virginia L Ogden, Rector
131 Clark Rd., Fort Plain 518-568-7606 Pastor Kevin Keever
39 Center St., Fort Plain Rev. Alan Griffith Church Office 518-993-3863 Parsonage 518-993-3645
Freysbush Rd., Fort Plain 518-993-3645 Rev. Alan Griffith, Officiating
Home of Victory Christian Academy
Office Hrs Tues & Thurs. 10am-4pm ALL WELCOME, Worship Service 11am
Worship 9am, Sunday School 10am ALL ARE WELCOME coffee hour to follow service
Glen Reformed Church
Grace Christian Church
State Hwy 161 in the Hamlet of Glen 4 miles South of Fultonville
20 Center St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Rev. Harry J. Teuchert 315-866-8626
Grace Episcopal Church Fr. Kyle Grennen, Priest-in-Charge
Sunday School 9:30am Worship 11:00am
Sunday 11:00am Holy Communion/sermon
Sunday School 10am, Morning Service 11am, Eve. Service 6pm, Wed. Service 6:45pm, Thurs. Visitation 6pm
www.fordsbushbiblechurch.com
518-212-6022 Pastor Tim Alicki Sunday Worship at 9. Sunday School immediately following Children’s Message
32 Montgomery St., Cherry Valley 315-858-4016
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Church Directory
Call 518-673-3011 To Place Church Listings or Fax Listings to 518-673-2381 Joy Fellowship 296 Co. Hwy. 119 St. Johnsville, NY 13452 518-568-5507 William Hayes Pastor Joyce Loughran Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9am, Morning Worship 9:30am Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30pm
Oppenheim United Methodist Church Route 29 Pastor: Rev. Diane E. DiLuzio 315-429-7381
Lighthouse Baptist Church 1524 St. Rt. 29A, PO Box 114 Stratford, NY 13470-0114 315-429-8854 Pastor Martin Smith Sunday Morning Worship 10:30am; Wed. Eve. Prayer Meeting 6:00pm; 2nd & 4th Sunday Dinner following Morning Service with Afternoon Service following dinner “Old-Fashioned Bible Preaching”
Our Lady of Hope R.C. Church 115 Reid St., Fort Plain, NY 13339 Parish Office 518-993-3822 ourladyofhope@frontier.com
Pastor: Father Dennis Murphy
Worship 9:30 Sundays, Totally Awesome God-TAG time 6:30pm Wednesdays beginning in Oct., Sunday School 9:00am beginning September 18th
Mass Schedule: Saturday, 4pm; Sunday, 8:30am & 11am; Mon.-Thurs. 8:30am. Confessions: Sat. 3 & by appointment Please call parish office for Holy Day schedule
Reformed Church of Fort Plain
Reformed Church of Sprakers
165 Canal St., Fort Plain, NY 13339 518-993-4302 • fortplainrca@yahoo.com Rev. Nancy E. Ryan Sunday Worship 10:30am, AA meetings on Tues. 7pm, Home of Manna House Meals, A Community Meal Program-Sat. & Sun 5pm
St. John’s & St. Mark’s Lutheran Church 143 Church St., Canajoharie 518-673-2224 Pastor Zach Labagh
Mark Tiffany, Preaching Elder Worship ~ 10AM
St. John’s Lutheran Church 774 St. Hwy. 163, Freysbush, NY 518-993-4442 Rev. Kenneth Dingman Sunday Worship 9:30am, Sunday School 10:30am, You are invited... Ladies Aid W.E.L.C.A. Meets 1st Sat. of every month. For Fellowship in Christ’s Service. Handicapped Accessible
St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
Sunday Mass is 10:30am, Daily Mass Mon. & Wed. 8am
St. Paul’s Universalist Church 565 Albany St., Little Falls
15 Washington St. Fort Plain
Pastor Dan West Sunday School 10am Morning Service 11am Bible Study & Prayer Meeting, Wednesday 6:30pm
Marshville Evangelical Church Route 10 South Rev. David Bowley Worship Sunday 9am
Randall Christian Church NY Rte. 5S Sunday Service 10am
Pastor Lance Borofsky
7690 Rt. 80, Springfield Center 315-858-4016
Fr. Kyle Grennen, Priest-in-Charge
110 E. Smith St., Herkimer, NY 13350 Services - Every Sunday - 10am & Wednesday - 6:30pm 315-292-7539 email - roloc7@gmail.com
St. John’s Reformed Church
Weekly Masses: Sat. 4:30pm, Sun. 10:30am friars@katerishrine.com www.katerishrine.com
Reformed Church of Canajoharie 15-19 Front St., Canajoharie 518-673-2816 Rev. Miriam Barnes Worship 10am, Nursery Provided, Christian Education for children & adults 9am
14 Park Place St. Johnsville, NY 13452 518-568-7700 Pastor Mike Yezierski
Sunday Worship 6pm, Tues. Prayer 7pm, Bible Study 7pm (Wed., Thurs. & Fri.) We teach the fullness of God’s Word, a life of holiness for the believer, and salvation for all who trust in Christ’s sacrifice.
St. Johnsville Methodist Church
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
32 W. Main St., St. Johnsville, NY (next to NBT Bank) 518-568-3007 Church 518-568-2405 Parsonage Rev. David Johnson
Worship Sunday 3pm
36 Lydius St., Fort Plain, NY 13339 518-993-4442 Rev. Kenneth Dingman
Sunday Eucharist, 9:30am Coffee - Fellowship follows service Holy Days - as announced
Sunday Worship 10:30am, Tues. Bible Bungee-Jumping 7pm, “Bible Study” that actually makes sense! A Vibrant, Welcoming Community of Faith & Vision
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Community
Stratford United Methodist Church
170 Rural Grove Rd., Sprakers, NY 12166
Route 29A 315-429-9085
pastorjosh@ruralgrovechurch.org
Masses Sunday 8:30am & 11am
Rev. Roger Waldron
The Holy Spirit Polish National Catholic Church
The House of Zion, Inc.
The Rose of Sharon Church of God
Sunday Worship 9am, Sunday School 10am, (No services in July, meet at St. John’s St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Canajoharie). Communion on the first & third Sundays
3636 St. Hwy. 5, PO Box 627 Fonda, NY 12068-0627 518-853-3646
518-568-7983 • 315-866-8626
607-264-3779
5430 St. Hwy. 10, Palatine Bridge 518-673-2224 Rev. Zach Labagh
National Kateri Tekakwitha Shrine and Indian Museum
Faithfully Following Jesus Christ Sunday Worship 10:30am
Service Sunday 10am Coffee hour following service. Our Church is a home to inquisitive, spiritual free thinkers with diverse religious beliefs. All are welcome.
Trinity Lutheran Church
Saturday 4pm Sunday 10:30am
7 East Main St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452 Rev. Harry J. Teuchert
1 Church St., Cherry Valley
Mass at 11am on Sunday www.holyspiritpncc.org
Little Falls, NY 315-823-3410
68 W. Main St., St. Johnsville 518-568-7396
315-823-2284
618 E. Gansvoort St. Little Falls, NY 315-823-0793 Father Rafal Dadello
Holy Family Parish
Seeker’s Fellowship
112 Sprakers Hill Rd
Sunday Worship 11am, Christian Ed. 9:45am stjstm@frontiernet.net
31 North Helmer Ave., Dolgeville 315-429-8338 Father William A. Gorman
Grandview Baptist Church
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580 Dillenbeck Road, Palatine Bridge 518-673-2382 Saturday Morning Worship Service 11:30am
United Methodist Church of Canajoharie 50 E. Main St. 518-673-2717
Jesus says - “Come Unto Me” Join usSpecial Music Ministry, Beautiful Surroundings, Friendly People Sunday Service 10:30am - Email: umc673@frontiernet.net Communion Last Sunday of the Month
Worship 9am
1485 St Rt 20, Sharon Springs, NY 518-284-3307 Pastor Fred Jones Worship Service Sunday at 11am & 7pm Tuesday night 7pm Bible Study at 122 Moyer St. Wednesday Bible Study at Spring Meadows 6pm Friday Youth at the Church All Welcome at 7pm
Valley Alliance Church 85 E. Main St., Nelliston 518-993-3458 Pastor Dave Prahst Sunday School (all ages) 9:15am, Sunday Worship 10:30am, Wed. Praise & Prayer 7pm, Fri. Youth Group 7pm (7-12th grade)
Sunday Worship 11am
The Christian Church of Rural Grove 518-922-7831 Pastor Joshua Fetterhoff
Sunday School (all ages) 9:45am, Morning Service 11am, Eve. Service 6pm, Wed.-Family Night 7pm, “Where Bible Teaching is Fundamental”
The Time for Truth Ministries PO Box 351 Amsterdam, NY 12010 Phone 518-843-2121 Cell 518-774-8558
Victorious Life Church RMI Fellowship 104 Main St. & 431 St. Hwy. 80 Fort Plain, NY 518-993-3102 Sunday School 9am, Morning Worship 10:30am, Youth Group 5pm, Evening Worship 7-8pm
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Dining & Entertainment Hungry Bearr Cafe
Grandma’s Kitchen
(518) 568-2700 Tues., April 3rd
Fresh Bakedd Goodss Daily
Hott Soups & Chilii Daily
- Chicken & Biscuits, Dressing, Mashed & Gravy - Western Egg Sandwich w/Cup of Soup
April 1st
Wed., April 4th
S 3 Eggs Scrambled U w/Cheese & Bacon N English Muffin & Coffee
- Goulash, Bread & Butter & Toss Salad - Oven Roasted Hot Turkey Sandwich w/Mashed
April 2nd
M Hot Roast Beef or O Hot Turkey N Sandwich w/FF
Thurs., April 5th - Hot Roast Pork Sandwich w/Mashed - Grilled Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Cup of Soup, Salad
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April 3 T U Buffalo Chicken E S Wrap w/regular side
Fri., April 6th - Fresh Haddock, FF or Mashed & Salad - Fresh Haddock On A Roll After 4:00 PM Roast Beef, Mashed or FF & Salad
Sat., April 7th - Growler & FF - Grilled Chicken, Grilled Onions Peppers, Special Sauce - Mushroom Swiss Burger, FF & Salad
Sun., April 8th Closed for Easter
Happyy Easter HOMEMADE SOUPS AND PIES DAILY
Now Accepting Credit Cards
7304 State Hwy. 5, St. Johnsville, NY Tues.-Thurs. 6am-3pm; Fri. 6am-7pm; Sat. 6am-2pm; Sun. 7am-11:30am; Closed Mon.
April 4th
W Cheeseburger or E Hamburger Deluxe D w/FF or Onion Rings & Drink
2 CHEESE PIZZAS
$13.99
PLUS TAX & TOPPINGS
2 SELECT LARGE SUBS
$9.99
PLUS TAX
CHEESE PIZZA & 24 WINGS $20.99
PLUS TAX & TOPPINGS
Also Available: W INGS , C OOKIES , W RAPS , S ALADS , ETC . 95 Main Street Fort Plain
518-993-3337
T H U R S
April 5th Sausage Peppers & Onions on hard roll w/regular side
April 6th
F Fried Fish Sandwich or R Fried Clams w/ coleslaw I or baked macaroni & cheese
S A T
April 7th Reuben Omelet w/ Homefries Toast & Drink
Desserts Daily – Sun. 7am-1pm Mon. - Wed. 6am - 2pm Thurs. & Fri. 6am - 2pm • Sat. 6am - 2pm
518-568-8310 7 W. Main St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452
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Dining & Entertainment
Wrath of Grapes Fine Wine & Liquor 51 Hancock St. Fort Plain, NY • 518-993-2624
Over 9,000 Bottles Case Discounts on Wine
Mix & Match
Foxmoor Wines (Calif.) Cab, Merlot & Chard.
$3.99 each or 3/$10.99 Mix or Match
Dine In Or Take Out 993-5306
MON., APRIL 2
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N ALL L YOU U CAN N EAT PANCAKES 3-77 PM M N Liverr & Onionss w/Potatoo & Veg N BLT,, Saladd w/Hardroll N Hott Roastt Beeff Sandwich w/Potatoo & Veg
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N Scallopedd Potatoess & Ham m w/Veg N Reubenn Wrapp w/Potatoo or Macc Salad
WED., APRIL 4
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Dining & Entertainment
12th Annual Brooks’ Drive-Thru Barbecue Chicken and Ribs Thursday, April 19 2:30 PM til SOLD OUT No o Advancee Tickets Half Chicken (only)) $6.00
Chicken Dinner $8.50
Ribss (only) $8.00
Ribss Dinner $10.00
Dinners include: macaroni salad, dinner roll, applesauce and dessert
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Real Estate Dollars and Sense by David Uffington Buying a home with an FHA rehab loan If you’ve hoped to buy a home on a low budget, chances are that everything you’ve looked at needs work. If you’re lucky, it might be as simple as paint in every room. On the other hand, perhaps the house you want was a foreclosure that was trashed by vandals when it sat empty, and the cost of the repair work will take more cash than you’ll have available after closing. There are a number of reasons to take on a home that needs work: location (you want to stay in the kids’ school district or
be closer to work), you can’t afford a perfect house, or you see the potential in the house and know if would serve your family well for many years to come. That’s where a Federal Housing Administration 203(k) rehab loan can come in. This type of loan covers the mortgage as well as repairs that need to be made to single-family homes, with the total cost wrapped up in one neat loan package. There are two levels to the loan program: 1) if the work that needs to be done is fairly simple (doesn’t involve structural repairs) and will cost under $35,000, or 2)
extensive renovation at a cost of at least $5,000 with no maximum limit. During the rehab process, FHA inspectors will visit the site multiple times to ensure that the work is up to standards and is following the plan. You’ll have six months to get the work completed by a contractor. Funds, held in escrow, will be released in stages as the work is done. If you’re interested in a multi-unit building and plan to live in one of the units, the 203(k) can be used for up to four family units. You can build a new house on an old foundation, or move a
house to a new location. The work must include improving “thermal efficiency,” such as weather stripping and insulation. The process for securing a 203(k) loan is complicated, with numerous steps to follow, but the stress can be worth it if it gets you the house you want, with repairs made, at a price you can afford. For more information on FHA rehab loans, go to http://portal.hud.gov and put 203(k) in the search box. You’ll need to speak to an FHA-approved lender in your area. (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Automotive Has your car been feeling left out in the cold? (NAPSA) — It’s always there when you need it and it gets you through all sorts of rough weather. So you may want to give your vehicle a little something back. Consider setting aside the time to care for your car by following three simple steps: • Keep your vehicle clean. Regular car washes and waxes protect the paint and body of your car from corrosive debris. If you’ve been driving on salted roads, regular washing is even
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2009 JEEP Wrangler Unlimited, 4 door, silver, 24k, V-6, auto, AC, CD, hard top, full power. SALE: $25,495. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124
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Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain, 518-993-3834. Bentley flower and vegetable seeds are now 4 packs for $1. Burpee seeds now range in price from $1.49- $1.99 per pack. All peat pots and greenhouse starting kits are on sale too!! 50 Lb. LARD for $62.50, Peruzzi’s Meat Market, 69 Church Street, Canajoharie. 518-673-3382 ATTENTION Outdoor & Sport Enthusiasts: Opening soon! RKP Sporting Goods Store. Our new store will be located on Rt. 29 between Dolgeville and Salisbury. Watch our ad for more updates, call 315-868-5815 or go to www.rkpsportinggoods.com
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Page 47 HOG CASINGS by the hank $26.95, Peruzzi’s Meat Market, 69 Church Street, Canajoharie. 518-673-3382
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Planning a Garage Sale? Call 518-673-3011 to get your listing in early! Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain, 518993-3834. Stop in and check out the NEW Scotts Snap Spreader and the fertilizers that go with it, all on display and on sale, only at your local hometown hardware store. Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain 518-993-3834. Stop in and check out the NEW Scotts Snap Spreader and the fertilizers that go with it, all on display and on sale, only at your local hometown hardware store.
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Page 49 WEEKNIGHT SPECIALS: $8.95. Mercato Pizza & Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie 518-673-4411 WANTED: Crafters & Vendors for St. Johnsville’s Springfest May 10th, 11th and 12th Call Gail at 518-5688310 of email rmurral@nycap.rr.com for more information. Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain, 518-993-3834. Brazos walking sticks and canes have arrived! Stop in and check out these Made in the USA items.
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Original Valley PENNYSAVER • March 31, 2012 PRESERVE YOUR INVESTMENT! Stable and turnout blankets washed, mended and waterproofed. Call for prices. Pickup/ delivery available. Call 518-7256354 Leave message. MUST GO!! 1999 Ford F150, Blue, 126K or a 2000 Chevy S-10 Pickup, red, w/tonneau cover and 112K. Call 315-895-7487, Eastern Auto Mall for more information or check out the vehicles online at www.ilioneasternautomall.com 2004 HONDA GOLDWING GL1800, 25,000 miles w/many extras; also 2007 Bushtex travel trailer, color matched to Goldwing, both in excellent condition. Asking $17,500/both OBO. 315868-1819 2008 JEEP Liberty Sport 4x4, black, 41k, V-6, auto, moonroof, full power. SALE: $17,995. John C. Miller, Inc. 518762-7124 ANTIQUES WANTED: Military items, paintings, old jewelry, tin & iron, toys, Indian items. 315823-0048 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK Mercato Pizza Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie. 518673-4411 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain 518-993-3834. We have Keurig K-cups in stock, only $9.99 a pack! RIFLE SCOPES: Redfield 3x9 Wide View $14; Leupold 3x9 $150; Weaver 4x $75; Simmons 22 Scope 1” w/Rings $40 New. Mick 518-673-3483. RKP Sporting Goods will be opening a store located on Rt. 29 between Dolgeville and Salisbury. Shopping for all your sporting or outdoor needs just got easier! Call 315868-5815 or go to www.rkpsportinggoods.com for more information.
FOR SALE: 2003 Ford Focus, Automatic, w/94K and a 2001 Buick La Sabre, like new, leather and only 74K original miles. Call Sam at 315-895-7487, Eastern Auto Mall for more information or check out the vehicles online at www.ilioneasternautomall.com
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Page 51 SEE OUR FACEBOOK page to peruse our menu Mercato Pizza Restaurant. Mercato Pizza & Restaurant, 38 W. Main St., Canajoharie. 518-673-4411
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Page 52 2009 HYUNDAI Santa Fe Lmtd., AWD, maroon, 31k, V-6, auto, leather, moonroof, alloys, Loaded! SALE: $23,995. John C. Miller, Inc. 518762-7124 The First 14 Words of Your Line Ad in the The Original Valley Pennysaver Cost Only $400
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Original Valley PENNYSAVER • March 31, 2012 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain 518-993-3834. Stihl weed trimmers and chainsaws have arrived for spring, just in time to clean up what winter left us. PICK 5 for meats, frozen seafood and grocery items, Peruzzi’s Meat Market, 69 Church Street, Canajoharie. 518-673-3382 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain 518-993-3834. EasyCare Platinum Paint and Primer in one is available here! We’ve got the color selection you need at a price that fits. Stop in and see one of our color experts for all your painting needs. FOR SALE: Winchester Black Talon ammo 44mag- 357- 10MM- 4540- 9MM. All six for $290. Mick 518-6733483.
WE CARRY FABRAL roofing & siding panels with LIFETIME warranty against fading and chalking and ENERGY STAR APPROVED. Can be ordered cut to length and many colors to choose from. C.H. Burkdorf & Son, 35 Hough St., St. Johnsville. 518-568-7016 2008 PONTIAC G-6 GT Dk. grey, 33k, V-6, auto, full power, chrome wheels, 4 door. SALE: $13,495. John C. Miller, Inc. 518-762-7124 WANTED TO BUY: Old Grit newspapers (not the Grit magazine). 518-5685115 Fort Plain True Value and Just Ask Rental, 12 Willett St., Fort Plain, 518-993-3834. EasyCare Platinum Paint and Primer in one is available here! We’ve got the color selection you need at a price that fits. Stop in and see one of our color experts for all your painting needs.
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Feline health: tips to help improve hydration (NAPSA) — Pet parents may be surprised to learn that water accounts for 60 to 75 percent of a cat’s body weight. Cats tend to be water avoiders but, because water is so critical to their body composition, it is important to make sure that they stay properly hydrated. Water helps regulate a cat’s body temperature and plays an important role in helping them to digest food and eliminate waste. When cats are not properly hydrated, they can have problems eliminating waste, which may lead to urinary tract issues or infections. Urinary tract conditions are one of the most common rea-
sons cats visit the vet. Such conditions occur when crystals form in the urine. This can lead to frequent and painful urination, urination outside the litter box and bloody urine. If left untreated, the condition can be life threatening. One way pet parents can help promote urinary tract health and hydration, in general, is by choosing a food that helps cats stay hydrated. “Diet plays an important role in supporting overall feline health,” said Dr. Al Townshend, staff veterinarian at Wellness Natural Pet Food. “To help encourage a healthy urinary tract, feed a high-quality canned cat food, since a high
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To Your Good Health by Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Not all chest pain comes from the heart Dear Dr. Donohue: I am a 38-yearold woman who has a very stressful job. It is also very well-paying, so I don’t want to give it up. I think it might be giving me chest pain. The pain comes and goes unpredictably. Sometimes I am just sitting at my desk, and I get a squeezing sensation in my chest. At other times, I had been hurrying around. I have had several EKGs, been examined by three doctors, had a stress test and a radioactive stress test. The doctors say my heart is healthy, and the chest pain could come from stress. In speaking with people I trust, I have been told to have a heart catheterization. What do you think? — P.A. Answer: None of your three doctors told you that. Don’t you think they might know more than your friends? You have to be guided by advice given to you by those who have had experience in assessing people’s complaints. There’s no pattern to your chest pain. Heart pain, in contrast, causes chest pain when a person is physically active. That pain goes when the person rests. Your kind of pain is not suggestive of a
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Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2011 Village of St. Johnsville 16 Washington St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452 (Public Water Supply ID#2800143) INTRODUCTION To comply with State regulations, the Village of St. Johnsville, will be annually issuing a report describing the quality of your drinking water. The purpose of this report is to raise your understanding of drinking water and awareness of the need to protect our drinking water sources. Last year, your tap water met all State drinking water health standards. We are proud to report that our system has never violated a maximum contaminant level or any other water quality statement. This report provides an overview of last year’s water quality. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to State standards. If you have any questions about this report or concerning your drinking water, please contact Mr. Bill Vicciarelli, DPW Supt., at (518) 568-2225. We want you to be informed about your drinking water. If you want to learn more, please attend any of our regularly scheduled village board meetings. The meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, at 6:30 pm at the Village Hall located at 16 Washington St., St. Johnsville, NY 13452. WHERE DOES OUR WATER COME FROM? In general, the sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activities. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: microbial contaminants; inorganic contaminants; pesticides and herbicides; organic chemical contaminants; and radioactive contaminants. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the State and the EPA prescribe regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The State Health Department’s and the FDA’s regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. Our water system serves a population of 1700 people through 640 metered service connections. Our water comes from two sources. A drilled well in the Roland V. Swartz Well field that is a groundwater source. The well is seventy feet deep and has an 18-inch casing and produces about 400 gallons per minute. The water produced by the drilled well at the Roland V. Swartz Well field is disinfected by injection of a sodium hypochlorite solution prior to distribution. The Village also has a surface water source, the Congdon Springs, that produces about 225 gallons per minute. The water from the Congdon Springs is filtered at our Slow-sand Filtration plant. The water produced by the Filter Plant is disinfected by injection of gaseous chlorine prior to distribution. Water not consumed by our customers is then stored in a 750,000-gallon concrete storage tank. SOURCE WATER ASSESSMENT The NYSDOH has completed a source water assessment for this system, based on available information. Possible and actual threats to this drinking water source were evaluated. The state source water assessment includes a susceptibility rating based on the risk posed by each potential source of contamination and how easily contaminants can move through the subsurface to the wells. The susceptibility rating is an estimate of the potential for contamination of the source water, it does not mean that the water delivered to consumers is, or will become contaminated. See section “Are there contaminants in our drinking water?” for a list of contaminants, if any, that have been detected. The source water assessments provide resource managers with additional information for protecting source waters into the future. As mentioned before, our water is derived from a drilled well. The source water assessment has rated this well as having a very high susceptibility to bacteria, viruses and nitrates; and a high susceptibility to halogenated solvents, pesticides, herbicides, metals, protozoa, petroleum products and industrial organic compounds. These ratings are due primarily to the proximity of the well to a permitted discharge facility (industrial/commercial facility that discharges wastewater into the environment and is regulated by the state and/or federal government), a toxic chemical release facility and low intensity residential activities in the assessment area. In addition, the well draws from an unconfined aquifer of high hydraulic conductivity. While the source water assessment rates our well as being susceptible to microbials, please note that our water is disinfected to ensure that the finished water delivered into your home meets New York State’s drinking water standards for microbial contamination. A copy of the assessment, including a map of the assessment area, can be obtained by contacting us, as noted below. A source water assessment for our surface water source has not yet been completed. ARE THERE CONTAMINANTS IN OUR DRINKING WATER? As the State regulations require, we routinely test your drinking
water for numerous contaminants. These contaminants include: total coliform, turbidity, inorganic compounds, nitrate, nitrite, lead and copper, volatile organic compounds, total trihalomethanes, and synthetic organic compounds. The table presented below depicts which compounds were detected in your drinking water. The State allows us to test for some contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants do not change frequently. Some of our data, though representative, are more than one year old. It should be noted that all drinking water, including bottled drinking water, may be reasonably expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791) or the NYSDOH-Herkimer District Office at (315) 866-6879.
MAXIMUM RESIDUAL DISINFECTANT LEVEL (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. MAXIMUM RESIDUAL DISINFECANT LEVEL GOAL (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contamination. Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water. Non-Detects (ND): Laboratory analysis indicates that the constituent is not present. Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU): A measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person. Milligrams per liter (mg/l): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one million parts of liquid (parts per million - ppm). Micrograms per liter (ug/l): Corresponds to one part of liquid in one billion parts of liquid (parts per billion - ppb). WHAT DOES THIS INFORMATION MEAN? As you can see by the table, our system had no violations. We have learned through our testing that some contaminants have been detected; however, these contaminants were detected below the level allowed by the State. IS OUR WATER SYSTEM MEETING OTHER RULES THAT GOVERN OPERATION? During 2011 our system was not in violation with applicable State drinking water monitoring and reporting requirements. DO I NEED TO TAKE SPECIAL PRECAUCTIONS? Although our drinking water met or exceeded state and federal regulations, some people may be more vulnerable to disease causing microorganisms or pathogens in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice from their health care provider about their drinking water. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium, Giardia and other microbial pathogens are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).
Notes: #1- Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water. We test it because it is a good indicator of the effectiveness of our filtration system. Our highest single turbidity measurement for the year occurred on 9/27/11, .07 NTU. Regulations require that turbidity must always be below 5 NTU. The regulations require that 95% of the turbidity samples collected have measurements below 1.0 NTU. Although November was the month when we had the fewest measurements meeting the treatment technique for turbidity, the levels recorded were within the acceptable range allowed and did not constitute a treatment technique violation. *2- The level presented represents the 90th percentile of the 10 sites tested. A percentile is a value on a scale of 100 that indicates the percent of a distribution that is equal to or below it. The 90th percentile is equal to or greater than 90% of the copper values detected at your water system. In this case, 10 samples were collected at your water system and the 90th percentile value was the 36.0 ug/l Value. The action level for copper was not exceeded at any of the sites tested. *4 - This level represents the annual quarterly average calculated from data collected. Definitions: Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
WHY SAVE WATER AND HOW TO AVOID WASTING IT? Although our system has an adequate amount of water to meet present and future demands, there are a number of reasons why it is important to conserve water: * Saving water saves energy and some of the costs associated with both of these necessities of life; * Saving water reduces the cost of energy required to pump water and the need to construct costly new wells, pumping systems and water towers; and * Saving water lessens the strain on the water system during a dry spell or drought, helping to avoid severe water use restrictions so that essential fire fighting needs are met. You can play a role in conserving water by becoming conscious of the amount of water your household is using, and by looking for ways to use less whenever you can. It is not hard to conserve water. Conservation tips include: * Automatic dishwashers use 15 gallons for every cycle, regardless of how many dishes are loaded. So get a run for your money and load it to capacity. * Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth. * Check every faucet in your home for leaks. Just a slow drip can waste 15 to 20 gallons a day. Fix it up and you can save almost 6,000 gallons per year. * Check your toilets for leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank, watch for a few minutes to see if the color shows up in the bowl. It is not uncommon to lose up to 100 gallons a day from one of these otherwise invisible toilet leaks. Fix it and you save more than 30,000 gallons a year. CLOSING Thank you for allowing us to continue to provide your family with quality drinking water this year. In order to maintain a safe and dependable water supply we sometimes need to make improvements that will benefit all of our customers. The costs of these improvements may be reflected in the rate structure. Rate adjustments may be necessary in order to address these improvements. We ask that all our customers help us protect our water sources, which are the heart of our community. Please call our office if you have questions at (518) 568-2225.
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by Charlie Nardozzi, Horticulturist and Leonard Perry, UVM Extension Horticulturist Potting summer bulbs, deterring pets in the garden, and sowing peas are some of the gardening activities for this month. Dahlias, cannas, and gladiolus are available
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inches of the ground with pruners, loppers, or a pruning saw — whatever is needed. If you want a more compact plant, also pinch off the tips of the branches in early May. If you wait too long, you’ll remove flower buds. Now that you can see which rose canes have blackened and died, you can cut them back to green wood. Make slanted cuts about 1/4-inch above an outward-facing bud. Also remove any crossing and spindly canes. If any of last-year’s leaves are still clinging to the branches, pull them off and discard them in the trash in case they contain disease spores. Now is a good time to dig and divide perennials if they’re too large, didn’t bloom well last year, or are hollow in the center of the clump. Dig up the clump, and use a sharp spade to create pieshaped wedges. Replant these divisions in a fullsun location in welldrained soil, and water often to keep soil moderately moist. An even easier method is to divide the plant in half, removing
one half to divide and replant, and leaving the other half. It’s a good idea to test your soil every few years to determine its nutrient status and pH (acidity/alkalinity). Your state Extension Service can provide a reasonably priced test, and along with the results you’ll get recommendations for improving the soil. At the very least test the pH, which you can do yourself with an easy-to-use home kit. You can find them at garden centers. The proper soil pH is important for plant health, specifically the availability of nutrients. Other gardening activities for this month include sowing many flowers and vegetables indoors, moving woody plants if needed, and cutting back perennials if you didn’t last fall.
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Sowing peas and other April gardening tips
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Plan and plant a scented garden One of the many benefits to being in a garden is the onslaught of heavenly aromas one encounters as you make your way down a garden path. The cause could be the winds gently nudging the viburnum branches or the oils of a scented geranium leaf being released by the brush of a sleeve. Or one of our favorites, the ohso-Italian smell on your fingers after you pluck a few rosemary sprigs. Instead of leaving these encounters to chance, why not specifically plant
a scented garden that includes some of your favorites? Take the list below to your local garden center and make your way through the rows of plants by letting your nose be your guide. Some observant employee will ask if you need help so share your idea and allow their expertise to broaden your choices. Before you know it, your patio or balcony can be surrounded by aromatic plants that will make your gardening experience all the sweeter! This list is just a primer
as there are many more plants where a specific variety has a wonderful scent. At the same time, you might want to avoid some of the more infamous “smelly” plants unless you just have a different sense of smell than most of us. A few tips on designing your scent garden: 1) Place the garden in an area that either gets frequent foot traffic or is next to a seating area so you and your visitors can enjoy it. 2) A south-facing gar-
den will not only allow a wider variety of plants, but the sun can release additional scents more so than a shaded area. 3) Use an assortment of each group of plants below for season-long blooms and scents. (Note: some annuals can be perennials in more southern climates and some perennials are annuals in more northern climates.) Annuals: Dianthus Heliotrope Nicotiana
Petunia Stock Sweet alyssum Tuberose
Mock orange Roses Viburnums White forsythia
Perennials: Agastache Autumn Snakeroot Creeping Phlox Daffodils Hyacinths Iris Lavender Lily-of-the-Valley Phlox
Vines: Honeysuckle Jasmine Moonflower Sweet Pea
Shrubs: Azaleas Gardenia Lilac
Herbs: Basil Mint Parsley Rosemary Let’s Go Garden! Source: National Garden Bureau
12 ways to save fuel and stretch gasoline dollars To save money at the pump, NYSERDA recommends the following fuel saving tips: Vehicle maintenance that saves fuel • Properly inflate your tires: You can improve your gas mileage by approximately 3 percent by keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure. Under-inflated tires can lower gas mileage by 0.4 percent for every poundper-square inch drop in pressure. • Keep your vehicle tuned up. Fixing a car
that is noticeably out of tune or has failed an emissions test can improve its gas mileage by an average of 4 percent, though results vary based on the kind of repair and how well it is done. Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve your mileage by as much as 40 percent. • Change your oil according to manufacturer recommendations: Gas mileage can improve 1 to 2 percent by using a manufacturer’s recommended
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grade of motor oil. Also, look for motor oil that says “Energy Conserving” to be sure it contains friction-reducing additives that can increase gas mileage. Driving habits that save fuel • Observe the speed limit: Gas mileage decreases rapidly at speeds above 60 mph. • Drive sensibly: Aggressive driving wastes gas. It also can lower your gas mileage by 33 percent at highway speeds and 5 percent on local roads.
While you are out and about, snap a photo of community events, school events, anything that involves people and send it to us. You never know, you may see it on the next cover of the “Original Valley Pennysaver”! Please send photos to jsnyder@leepub.com
, I call upon you will O God, for you answer me; ear r you incline and to me hear my words. Psalm 17:6
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• Use cruise control where possible: Cruise control helps you save gas by maintaining a constant speed on the highway. • Avoid excessive idling: Idling can use a quarter to a half gallon of fuel per hour, depending on engine size and air conditioner use. Turn off your engine when your vehicle is parked. • Change your commuting habits: If you own more than one vehicle, drive the one that gets the best gas mileage. Try to
avoid driving during peak rush hours to minimize engine idling and fuel loss. • Consider buying a more fuel efficient vehicle: The U.S. Department of Energy provides a guide of the most fuel efficient vehicles sold in America. The 2011 Fuel Economy Guide can be viewed at: www.fueleconomy.gov/fe g/pdfs/guides/FEG2011. pdf . Consult your tax professional and www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/taxcenter.shtml for details on tax incentives.
• Combine trips: Stop by the store on your way home rather than making a special trip. Combining travel can save time, fuel and money. • Car pool: Sharing a ride to and from work saves you and your coworker(s) gas, money and wear and tear on your vehicle. • Remove excess weight. Avoid keeping heavy items in your car if you don’t have to. An extra 100 pounds could reduce your MPG by up to 2 percent.
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