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The Hazle Maid Bakery by Marolyn Pensock The history of Hazle Maid Bakery is the story of one American family in the 20th century. Philadelphia born Gelsomina Pastorella married Edmundo John Fortunato in Italy during the 1890’s. Shortly afterwards they came to the United States of America settling in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The young couple chose Hazleton because John had many friends here; and there was work to be found in the coal mines. They settled in a home at 534 Seybert Street, between First and Second Streets, in the midst of the growing Italian community. John’s work in the mines ended abruptly when he lost his eye as the result of a devastating mine accident. Upon recovering, he was able to find work on the railroad. This work, too, ended tragically in an accident where John lost his vision in the other eye. I must note that I am not sure of the amount of time between John’s tragic accidents. Gelsie and John raised seven children: Louis, Ralph, Lucy (Patasio), Anthony, Rose (Arlotto), Jean (DeSanto) and Edmundo Demo, whom everyone knew as Demo. The story goes that John was able to see the face of his first child, but there is no way to confirm it. What we do know is that he was blind and still able to provide for and raise his growing family. Gelsie had a special talent for and a great love for baking. Delicious aromas always filled the air in her home. She baked bread, cakes, pies and so much more. John encouraged her, as their home always was full of their children, cousins and neighbors. It was a warm friendly place to gather.It seems to me that John’s brothers and sisters had also immigrated to Hazleton and the cousins grew
up to be very close. John and Gelsie opened a small neighborhood grocery store in the front room of their home. You may be wondering how he could do this since he was blind in both eyes by that time. He did it by the feel of the products and knowing the lay out of the store. He was very good at it. Gelsie and their daughter, Rose, also helped him in the store. The two youngest children Jean and Demo were still in school. Lucy had secured work nearby in the Duplan Silk Mill making cloth for the parachutes of World War I. This was a very hard working family. Gelsomina had an outdoor oven where she did a lot of her baking. This enabled her to bake larger amounts of bread at one time. Their daughter, Lucy, was an excellent cake baker. When her parents discover this talent, they encouraged Lucy to perfect her cake baking skills. Their backyard was typical of many Italian families, having a grape arbor, a tomato patch and a bed of vegetables. John was very proud of his grapes. Every year he would have three pressings for his wines. One pressing was for juice, one was juice with added sugar and the last pressing was made from the residue with raisins added. He taught his sons how to make wine, but always directed at the critical time in the process. Proper aging was very important in the making of his wines which were known to be excellent. In order to learn about the Hazle Main Bakery, we must first learn about the children. Louis J., the oldest, went to work as a breaker boy, an above ground job, at the Harleigh breaker, at the age of fourteen. Breaker
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boys were young boys who were needed to sort the coal into the proper sizes using the dexterity of their young fingers. This was a really big breaker which was set back just a short distance from what is now known as route 940. It was owned by the Jeddo Highland Coal Company. Because he was bright and very ambitious, Louis next found work at the Drifton post office. It was during this time period that he was noticed by Mr. George B. Markle of Jeddo Highland Coal Company and of the Markle Banking and Trust Company. Mr. Markle was so impressed by the industriousness of this handsome young man that he offered him a job as elevator operator in the newly built Markle Bank building at Broad and Wyoming Streets in Hazleton, PA. Louis accepted. This was the occupation listed for Lewis J. in the Hazleton City Directory in 1918. By then, both Lewis J. and Ralph were both registered for the draft for World War I. Notice that the spelling of Lewis’ name is different and appears many times before it became Louis J. in the census of 1923. I don’t know if this is the result of a misspelling by the census taker or if the spelling of his first name was indeed changed. The spelling changed between 1921 and 1923 as did his address. Louis J. and his wife, Mary were listed as living at 622 N. Wyoming Street. By that time, Louis was the assistant Cashier at the Markle Bank. Back to 1918, McCann School of Business had opened a school on one of the top floors of the bank building. Ever ambitious and always wanting to further himself, Louis enrolled in evening classes to study bookkeeping. The story goes that one day Mr. Markle noticed Louis, while running the elevator, speaking in Italian to the Italian people who were coming into the bank and building. He called him aside and said that if Louis studied hard, he, Mr. Markle, would give him a job as a teller in his bank. Louis did study hard and Mr. Markle, true to his word, did hire him. At this point in our story, I must point out that in 1914, the family name had been Americanized to Ferdinand. To continue: word went out among the Italian community that if you needed help with anything: financial, legal or help of any kind, go to young Louie Ferdinand at the Markle Bank. He was an honest and trustworthy man. Now, that was, in my opinion, million dollar advertising. As a result many Italian families did their banking at the Markle bank, while receiving free advice on many subjects. Louis and Mr. Markle became fast friends and eventually Louis became the Cashier of the bank. He was known far and wide for his hard work, honesty and ability to communicate with the
Italian people and everyone else. The next brother to introduce is Ralph, second oldest of the children. From all I have learned about him, he comes across to me as developing into quite the entrepreneur of the family. He wanted to sell his mother’s delicious bread from the very beginning. The bread business was in his blood. Ralph went to work as a baker for the Krispy Krust Bakery of West Hazleton. His brother, Tony followed, working there as a route salesman. There they became close friends with John Salvator, a German baker. I thought that his name sounded Italian, but I am assured that he was indeed German. Opening his own bakery to sell Italian bread was still on Ralph’s mind. Shellhamer’s German Bakery on 6th St. between James and Locust Sts. was for rent. This was Ralph’s next move. His mother baked bread for him. First it was 100 pounds of flour a day, then 200 pounds, then 400 pounds. They were outgrowing this bakery. So it was time to put their heads together as a family to discuss an expansion. It was time for a trip to see brother, Louis. These discussions resulted in the formation of the Power City Baking Company, Inc. Louis J. was President of the corporation, with fifty-one percent of the stock. John Salvator was listed as manager. The partners were: Louis, Ralph, Anthony, and John Salvator, who, as a baker, contributed many recipes. Demo was only 12 years old at the time the company was formed and thus was not one of the partners. After completeing his schooling, Demo worked as a route salesman for the bakery. Years later, in 1946, he started his own business, known to many of us as Ferdinands Frozen Foods. .Jean and Rose worked in the office of the bakery. John Widzbor, formerly of Krispy Krust, came on board as a salesman. Later on Clarence Arlotto, Rose’s husband, became office manager. Louis and Mary purchased the property at 8th and N. Wyoming Street in 1923. Plans were drawn up for the bakery. The Iron Age publication printed a notice on page 577, dated August 31, 1922, that plans were being drawn up for ovens, power equipment and conveying machinery to be installed in the new plant to be built by the Power City Baking Company, Hazleton, PA on property recently acquired. In searching for a time frame for the bakery, this dated notice is the first clue I uncovered. The articles of incorporation were amended on April 22, 1937, changing its corporate name and title to Hazle Maid Bakers, Inc. The ovens of the bakery were powered by coal. What else? This was coal country and coal was king. The coal furnaces for the
ovens burned two tons of coal a day, yes, a day. That is a lot of coal. Mr. John Ferdinand and Mr.Rocco Barletta were two old Italian friends. So, the story goes, said Mr. Ferdinand to Mr. Barletta, ‘ Why don’t you buy a coal truck and have your two oldest sons, Frank and Rocco,Jr. deliver coal to our bakery?’ Rocco Barletta, Sr. liked the idea; he bought a coal truck and that is how he started in the coal business. Or so the story goes. What is known for sure is that the Barletta’s supplied the coal for the ovens of the Hazle Maid Bakery. Their line of baked goods included their famous Italian bread, followed by American bread, dinner rolls, hotdog and hamburger buns, cakes, cupcakes and pies. I was amazed at the contracts that Ralph secured for the bakery. Here are some of the accounts: The Knotty Pines Restaurant, The Coney Island Restaurant, Yankee Stadium in New York and Wrigley Field in Chicago. What was discovered is that Ralph, age 21, was listed as a traveling salesman for the bakery in the 1920 Census. Theirs was the bakery that developed the square cake with a chocolate candy coating. They named these delicious cakes, Kandie Kake. Local grocers had a hard time keeping them in stock. Ralph secured the Army depot at Indiantown Gap as a customer for Kandie Kakes. Maybe some of you WW II veterans remember buying them in the PX. I inquired if the bakery had their own store at the bakery where their products could be purchased. The answer was no, as Ralph and his brothers did not compete with the grocery stores. John Chladon, an old school friend, told me the story he always remembered, of a time in 1939, when he attended summer Bible School at the St. John’s Lutheran Church on Sixth and N. Vine Sts. At the end of the summer session the pastor treated the children to a tour of Hazle Maid Bakery to see how bread was baked. At the end of the tour, the children all received a cupcake treat. I’ll just bet they received a package of Kandie Kakes. According to an old framed newspaper article of his grandson Louis, dated November 8, 1929, Louis J. was very civic minded when he accepted the Chairmanship of the Hazleton Chapter of the American Red Cross’ 13th Annual Roll Call. I think he was also an optimist as we recall that infamous stock market crash in 1929. Another lasting tribute to Louis J. was the fact that he was the founder, locally, of the respected religious organization known as ‘The Men of Malvern.’ They have a yearly retreat at Malvern, PA. Hazle Maid was a very progressive firm as far as marketing its’ product. I found it very interesting that Louis used a photograph of
his young son Louis J., Jr. from the waist up, in a blue jacket, shirt and tie, enjoying a slice of Hazle Maid bread. I wish someone still had an old wrapper for the family’s collection. Call me if you have any souveniers for them. The firm also advertised for many years in the Hazleton High School yearbook, The Janus. Another example of their 1930’s advertising was a postcard for a show, Tarzan, which they sponsored on radio station, WAZL, 1490 on the dial, where the children could send the lower half of the postcard to the bakery to receive their free Tarzan Safety Badge. The front of the card contained a picture of Tarzan and the rear, the safety pledge. Many of you may have heard your grandparents talk about the loaf of bread up on the bakery’s roof. This may have been the reason that a tower was added to the building. Yes, there it was, a very large replica of a loaf of bread up on the roof on stilts. I tried to find a photograph of this, but the only one I found was in an aerial view taken by Cosgrove’s photographic studio of the Hazleton High School and the immediate area around the school. This was contained in a volume of old Hazleton photographs put together by the late Neil Bottley of Globe Print Shop. On this photo one can see the loaf with the words, Hazle Maid, on the side of the loaf. Please call me if you have a better photo of this loaf of bread. I know that this was an accepted way of advertising in those days. Many of you may have seen photos or may even remember, the large electric sign on top of the Markle Banking and Trust Company. Knowing Louis’ connection with the Markle Bank, I was just wondering if Louis may have suggested a similar sign for their bakery. At the height of their business, the bakery had 90 employees and 37 delivery truck vans. The route salesmen started very early in the morning on their deliveries. Many stores were not open at that hour, so their owners trusted Tony and Demo with keys to their stores. There is a wonderful limited edition of a busy scene of the activity at Broad and Wyoming Streets in 1929. In the center of this street scene is a Hazle Maid Bakery Delivery Van. This painting was done by James McDonald Moran, a very talented artist. This painting hangs in the home of John and Betty Probert. For those of you who collect our Panorama Community magazines, you can see and read about the painting in the May 2011issue on page 42. I found it very interesting that the obituaries of many of their former employees, besides many family members, mentioned the fact that they had been employed at the Hazle Maid Bakery or the Power City Baking continued on page 35
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Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Luzerne County have announced that the 2013 Spring into Gardening Workshop will be held Saturday, April 27 from 8:30am to 3pm at the Technology Center, Penn State Wilkes-Barre CamVincent J. Cotrone pus in Lehman. The allday workshop will include sessions on turf management, trees for your landscape, expressing personality in the garden, soil, water features in gardens, shade gardens, gardening for four seasons, and vegetable gardening in unusual weather. Vincent J. Cotrone, Regional Extension Urban Forester, will be the keynote speaker discussing “Trees and Shrubs in a Changing Landscape”. Flooding rains, hurricane force winds, droughts, extreme heat, early spring bud break followed by late frosts are becoming the new normal that our landscapes must be designed for and adapted to. Explore how changing climate is impacting our landscapes, shifting some species north while extending the growing season for others. Learn how our landscapes can ameliorate new weather extremes and how to design landscapes that will survive a changing climate. Participants will also be able to attend four of eight workshops on a variety of gardening topics. A plant sale and flea market will be held on premise, and Master Gardeners will be available at the information table to answer your personal gardening questions. Register for the event on line at http://agsci.psu.edu/spring-gardening/lehman. If you do not have Internet access, you can call the toll free number at 1-877-489-1398 for assistance, or call the Luzerne County Extension at 1-888-825-1701. The cost is $30. Seating is limited. Registration must be received by April 19. Registration includes morning refreshments, lunch, and handouts.
Green Ways to Beautify Your Home (Family Features) When it comes to improving your home, it's easier than ever to make eco-friendly choices that save you money, are better for the environment and make your home more beautiful. Here are a few easy ways you can go green all over the house. • Light it Up - As you make the switch from incandescent bulbs, it's important to look for a bulb that will not only conserve energy and save money, but that gives you the kind of illumination you want. Look for an alternative with even light distribution, such as 3M LED Advanced Light. It lights up a room as beautifully as you would expect, and lasts for 25 years, delivering energy efficiency without compromise. It uses one quarter of the energy used by an incandescent light bulb and can save you up to $140 worth of electricity over the bulb's lifetime. In addition, it contains no mercury and does not need special disposal. Learn more at www.3MLighting.com/LED. • Decorate with Recycled Materials - Whether you're a do-it-yourselfer or want to buy ready-made items, there are plenty of options that keep materials out of landfills. Look for furniture made from reclaimed wood, carpets made from recycled plastic, flooring made from sustainable resources such as bamboo or cork, and wallpaper made from managed timber sources. You can find glassware, dinner sets and accessories made from recycled glass, and textiles like curtains and blankets made from organic fibers. • Save Water with Style - Upgrading your water-using devices can help you use less water
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How did your home’s garage door fare during the winter? provided by F&L Doors After a cold, snowy winter, homeowners should have their garage doors serviced to ensure they are functioning properly and to ensure their long life, said Brian Lucas, president of F&L Doors, the area’s premier garage door installation and service company. “Garage doors and their parts are usually forgotten about, but it’s critically important that they be serviced. The springs should be thoroughly inspected – and replaced, if necessary,” Lucas said. If a garage door spring breaks, it can penetrate a double layer of five-eighths-inch-thick wallboard. “Springs are under a tremendous amount of tension, so call a professional garage door service company to have them checked,” Lucas said. And the spring is a good time to upgrade
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Spring Checklist for Home and Lawn Care (NU) - Whether you’re considering the resale value of your home or are simply resigned to doing maintenance projects to keep your house in good condition, your lawn and garden could certainly benefit from some TLC of the home- and lawn-improvement variety this spring. The exterior of your house commands most first impressions, and even mild winters inflict seasonal damage. If you don’t know where to start, a home-improvement project checklist may help. Consider the following lawn and garden-maintenance tips from home and garden experts at HGTV and MarthaStewart.com: • Remove piles of dead leaves from the lawn. Not only will your grass grow greener, a clean lawn helps maximize fertilizers and pesticides. Don’t make the mistake of fertilizing your grass too early though. April is the general benchmark; any sooner might result in yellow spots and dried-out patches of grass. • Check gutters for leaks and debris. Loose gutters cause improper drainage, so water can collect in basements and crawl spaces. Dow spouts should point away from the found tion of the house and must be clear of all debris. • Start a roof fund. It’s a good rule of thumb to check your roof for rotted, buckled, loose or missing shingles after winter because summer sun will only worsen the damage. Since roof maintenance is so expensive, it’s also smart to start a fund before you need it. • Remove piles of wood or debris stacked near the home. Firewood
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Beds4Paws by Paul Kattner All my life my family and I have been animal lovers. It was Christmas of 2011 that I discovered something that really concerned me. A veterinarian had referred me to a no-kill animal shelter, (ARC) in Bloomsburg. It was then that I found out that many dogs and cats in shelters have to sleep on cold, hard concrete floors. I discovered that these animals really needed raised beds to sleep on while they were awaiting adoption. I checked into buying a bed or two and found them to be very expensive. When I looked on-line I found a site called Columbus Dog Connection in Ohio. They had pictures of how to build them. After checking with two of my friends we came up with an idea for sewing them so that no screws would be used in the construction and that the covers would be replaceable, because there is no pipe cement used. All of these beds are made out of 1¼ PVC pipe, heavy fabric (army cot fabric) and are raised 4 to 6 inches off the ground. The beds come in 3 sizes: Small, Medium and Large. Animals age the same way we do and as they get older their bones hurt just like ours. Most pets that wind up in shelters are OLDER DOGS & CATS. The beds are ideal for
animals recovering from surgery. Although they cannot speak for themselves we are sure they would say Thank You to any contributors to this cause. Beds4Paws is a 501-C-3 Non-Profit organization so any and all donations go 100% to helping needy pets. In the past year we have provided free of charge over 300 beds to more than 20 Animal Shelters. In addition, we recently started making Cat Towers and so far have made and distributed more than 20 of these. Our website is www.beds4paws.com and we thank Bob Allen who continues to do our website work pro bono. If you go on the website you will find a video which shows how the beds are made. Our mission is to provide shelter beds to needy animals. We rely on donations of personal time, materials and money, and all help is greatly appreciated! We are currently looking for someone to sew the covers. If you would like to volunteer or make a donation, please call 570-582-7906 or you may email us at: beds4paws@ptd.net . P
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(Family Features) Seventeen million Americans bring home a new pet each year, according to the American Humane Association - and a lot of those pets are adorable puppies. Here are helpful tips: • Puppy Proofing Your Home: Take a moment to crawl on the ground to see the world through your puppy's eyes. Make a list of all the potential dangers you notice and remove them from your puppy's curious reach. Be sure to remove poisons like laundry detergent or chemical cleaners and even some house plants; and be sure to puppyproof your plugs, hot spots and other potential hazards such as space heaters or tubs and pools. • Food and Nutrition: A healthy feeding routine starts with premium puppy food and also includes: proper storage to make sure food is fresh, finding a food and water bowl that are the right size, feeding the right amount, sticking to a schedule, and avoiding people food. • Training: Potty training tips, introducing a new puppy to any other dogs, and beginner commands can make the transition to a new home easier for your puppy. Visit your local PetSmart store for information on in-store training and home reinforcement products like Sentry Stop That pheromone noise spray to help teach your dog right from wrong. • Grooming: At-home grooming begins with nail trimmings, brushing and baths. You can also visit a PetSmart stylist to groom or bathe your puppy. • As soon as you can, schedule your puppy's first vet appointment to confirm your puppy's vaccination schedule and discuss preventative health care such as proper teeth care.
March came in like a lion and out like a lamb! We hope you had a wonderful Easter celebration with all your loved ones, including your furry friends. Most likely, you will have some leftovers from a holiday feast. Pets, like kids, love to get into forbidden goodies. Unfortunately, pets getting into the Easter supplies can become quite dangerous. And each spring, we see an increase in visits during Easter due to these hazards. Chocolate is toxic to animals and can be fatal because it contains a caffeine derivative (theobromine) and pets cannot fully metabolize chocolate. If enough is ingested it can create complications and can be fatal. Symptoms from chocolate ingestion include hyperactivity, tremors, racing heartbeat, and seizures. Damage to the liver can also occur and is not so obvious. This makes it risky to leave boxes of candy out anywhere in your home. Some flowers and plants; such as Easter lilies, can be toxic and it’s a good idea to check with your veterinarian for a complete list of potential toxic plants. Easter grass isn’t toxic, but it can cause serious problems if your pet eats it. Anything long and stringy can become tangled in your pet’s stomach and bowels, which can result in internal damage that requires immediate surgery. One of the problems with plastic grass is that cats love to play with it and often nibble on it or eat it. During annual Easter preparations, consider stuffing your child’s basket with crumpled tissue paper or the new pastel-colored, shredded tissue paper that most stores carry now, which is a lot safer.
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Get your pet ready for Spring! by Dr. Kenneth Trippett, West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital With spring on the way, we have to start thinking about insect related problems. Several months ago, I discussed fleas and the flea life cycle. Now is a good time to start using the Frontline Plus to prevent the flea problems. One dose every two months usually prevents fleas, or use one dose once per month to prevent fleas and ticks. Heartworm Disease is spread by mosquitoes, so all dogs are at risk of the potentially fatal disease. We have seen multiple cases every year for the last 3 years in the Hazle-
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Tips for choosing a Small Pet (Family Features) It's fun for parents to surprise children with new small pets, like guinea pigs and hamsters. Plus, these small animals are a great first pet for kids and can teach children responsibility. But before adding to the family, it's important to make sure you are bringing home the right pet. Make sure you: • Choose the right habitat: Small pet habitats have varying requirements, and there are musthave supplies and accessories to keep your pet happy and healthy. For example, guinea pigs are easy to tame, affectionate and expressive, and need plenty of floor space to play. Hamsters, which are known for being playful and active, need a multilevel habitat large enough to include an exercise wheel and tunnels. • Nominate your pet's care takers: Match your child's maturity to the pet they will care for. For instance, gerbils are great beginner pets because they are gentle, social and enjoy the companionship of another gerbil. Or, your child may prefer a chinchilla as they have perky personalities and will bond with their pet parent through regular, gentle handling. • Understand the pet's habits: Some small pets are nocturnal and are most likely to be active at night - which means you might not get as much daytime play time as you like. Ask about special care needs for your small pet, too. Chinchillas, which are known for their especially soft fur, need dust baths to clean themselves, and Syrian hamsters require grooming products like brushes and wipes help them look and smell good. • Provide proper nutrition: Each animal has its own nutritional needs. Guinea pigs and chinchillas are herbivores so they need diets that include at least 75 percent high-fiber hay. Guinea pigs also need vitamin C supplements. Many rodents' teeth never stop growing, so providing wood chews or edible houses offers not only a yummy surprise but also helps keep teeth trimmed. • Talk to experts: Take a family trip to a store such as PetSmart, where associates can help with pet selection and walk you through the basics of habitat cleaning, feeding schedules and how to properly and safely handle small pets. Each store's book section also carries pet health manuals and pet-specific handbooks.
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Art & Antiques: Step Right Up... Collecting Carnival Antiques by Dr. Lori I recently appraised a $250 to $275. Highly vintage carnival game on sought after carnival colthe season 4 premiere of lectibles are those which Discovery channel’s Auccome with complete parts tion Kings that was picked in working order. Oddly by Gallery 63’s picker and enough, the well-worn and general manager, Jon Hamlovingly used look of some mond. Today, antique and of these hand lettered signs vintage carnival games are that announce the games a hit with collectors, tradwhich read “3 balls for $1” ers, and yard sale shoppers or “Whack a mole” with a as shown by the sale of the painted image of a frightclown toss carnival game ened rodent make many during the live auction of these carnival advertisefeatured at the end of the ments quite appealing, too. show. Carnival games that reDesigners like to add quired rare objects such as these carnival items to ina gigantic wooden sledgeterior design concepts to hammer used to ring a introduce whimsy and colClown toss carnival game bell posted high above the lectors amass these objects made by Game Time. carnival grounds, old milk to recall the good old days. From the original objects used in vintage car- bottles that even the strongest baseball pitch nival games to the signs that advertise those couldn’t topple over (because one bottle was popular games along the midway, patrons at hollowed out and replaced with a heavy lead America’s amusement parks and fairs remem- shot inside), or primitive shooting target ber the lazy days of playing games of chance. game animals like brightly painted figural Yet, these pieces of Americana are as popular ducks or squirrels carved of wood are still all as they are pricey. the rage with antique collectors. While most carnival games show heavy The Americana market stirred the interest use and only fair condition, the evidence of for these collectibles in the 1970s and today, age on these objects adds to their desirability. many new collectors are returning to the colPrices are high as a black Americana ball toss lecting category. game sign commands $500-$1000 and the Today, some of the most popular carniaccessories from a skeet shooting game bring val games are those which still stir the spirit of the amusement park. Similar to the bean or corn kernel bag toss games (also known as corn hole—where a kernel-filled bag is tossed underhand into a hole in a piece of wood), the clown toss carnival games was once played by
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two opponents or opposing teams positioned on opposite sides of a carnival booth. Players would toss corn-kernel filled bags from one side and try to get their bag into the clown’s opened mouth. Their opponent did the same thing from the other side of the booth. The winner got a prize. The clown toss carnival game that I appraised on Auction Kings was made by Game Time Inc. of cast iron and brightly painted. Some of these games were even re-purposed as decorative trash can covers at amusement parks. The clown toss carnival game that I appraised on Discovery channel’s Auction Kings during the popular Gallery 63 pick-off episode ranges in value from $350 to $450. Watch video from the Discovery channel show Auction Kings at http://ow.ly/i2CXT to see an example of this carnival game. I also provide more information in the video about its history and current value. When collecting these old carnival games, accessory objects, and signage, you can almost smell the cotton candy… P Free Appraisals by Dr. Lori Juniata Valley Home & Garden Show Mifflin County Youth Park Reedsville, PA April 13, 2013 at 10 AM Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and award-winning TV personality, Dr. Lori presents appraisal events nationwide. Dr. Lori is the star appraiser on the hit TV show, Auction Kings on Discovery channel. To learn about your antiques, visit www. DrLoriV.com, www.Facebook.com/DoctorLori or call (888) 431-1010.
MetroCast hosts “Giving Back” 5K Event: Fundraiser will aid in the prevention of teenage suicide, bullying and child abuse Berwick, PA (March 19, 2013) – MetroCast Communications, the video, internet and phone provider located in Berwick, Pennsylvania, will host its second “MetroCast Giving Back 5K Run/Walk”: MetroCast Giving Back 5K Run/Walk Saturday, April 20, 2013—9:00 AM Summerhill Volunteer Fire Company 422 Summerhill Road, Berwick, PA Funds raised from the event will be directed to local organizations that assist residents in need in the region, including those involved with the prevention of teenage suicide, bullying and child abuse. “It is important that we focus on the protection of vulnerable children by providing help, counseling and communication,” said MetroCast General Manager Tom Carey. “All of the funds raised will support members of our local communities most in need of assistance.” A portion of the funds raised will go to the Central Susquehanna Community Foundation, the regional philanthropic organization centered in Berwick, which serves the communities and residents of Columbia, lowerLuzerne, Montour, Northumberland, Union, and Snyder counties in central and northeastern Pennsylvania. “The Central Susquehanna Community Foundation has several funds in place to aid in the prevention of teenage suicide, bullying and child abuse in the areas we service,” said MetroCast Marketing Manager, Chrissy Carey. “Last year we were able to help flood
victims from the aftermath of Tropical Storm Lee. This year we hope we can help save the lives of children in our area. We are grateful to the Foundation and all of our many sponsors for the support we have seen.” Registration for the event is 7:30 AM – 8:45 AM and the entry fee is $25. The course is challenging for experts, yet easy enough for walkers. All ages are invited to enter. Medals will be awarded for the top three men and women finishers. With a $50 cash prize for course record (Male 17:42; Female 20:47). The first 150 participants also will receive a “MetroCast Giving Back 5K Run/Walk” dry-
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Is your hair suffering from the winter blues? by Charlee Murdock, Master Colorist/Manager of Famous Salon & Spa I'd like to thank Kerriann Garafola from Staten Island New York for this question. My hair has been extremely dry and brittle lately, I've also noticed I'm losing a lot of hair as well, why is this happening and what do you recommend to help? There could be many factors causing this. Without a full consultation, I can't answer the why. So lets just focus on how you fix it. Weak, porous hair Aesthetically appears dull, lacks shine and it breaks easily. This is why people could think they are experiencing hair loss when in reality it's just an increase in breakage.
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Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce announces 17th Annual Community Reading Day on April 25th Community Reading Day helps to promote literacy and encourage life-long reading and imagination with our next generation. That’s the message the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce is sending through its partnership with Penn State Hazleton in the Seventeenth Annual Community Reading Day program. This event will be held in the Hazleton area on April 25th between 9:30 am and 10:00 am in elementary classrooms in Hazleton Area schools and throughout Luzerne, Lackawanna, and Wayne Counties. In addition to the Greater Hazleton Chamber, additional event partners are the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber, the Greater Carbondale Area Chamber, the Greater Pittston Chamber, the South Valley Chamber, and the Wayne County Chamber. Together, these regional groups organized this annual event as part of their ongoing efforts to encourage business/education partnerships. The Community Reading Day program is designed to promote literacy and to strengthen the partnership between business and education. Business volunteers will visit first and second grade classrooms in public, private and parochial schools to read a book to the students, discuss the book and their career, and donate the book to the class. This event also gives the students and teachers the opportunity to interact with a representative of
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Something new at Edgewood Golf & Banquet Facility A cold winter like this last one has golfers greatly anticipating the upcoming season. There is even more to look forward to this spring. The new owners and amazing staff are proud to invite you to see how Edgewood is better than ever! Edgewood’s course has been meticulously maintained over the winter. You’ll notice from your first swing you’re on the best golf course in the area. Our new Pro Shop has been fully stocked with brand-name apparel and equipment.
We have everything you need, from shoes to clubs to golf balls. Check out our selection of stylish logo wear! Gift certificates for the pro shop or dining are available - think ahead for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gift-shopping made easy! Coming soon - the highly-anticipated opening of Players Club & Grill! Players is the best place in the Valley for a fantastic casual dining experience. Stay to eat after golf, or meet friends at the beautiful bar. The golfthemed restaurant has already been called “a place where you’ll want to hang out!” Players will offer a full menu, weekly specials, brunch and more. Please see our ad for a 20% off coupon! Further updates to our main ballroom are coming soon. Check out our website -edgewoodpinesgc.com - for menus, course updates, event planning, catering, and to join our Birthday Club and email list. Come see all that Edgewood has to offer! P
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CARBON COUNTY Aquashicola Creek – Buckwha Creek – Drakes Creek – Francis E. Walter Reservoir (Bear Creek Reservoir) – Hickory Run (outlet of Hickory Run Lake downstream to Saylorsville Dam) – Hickory Run Lake – Lehigh Canal (Long Run Level near Weissport) – Lehigh River (Carbon-Luzerne county line from outlet of FE Walter Reservoir downstream to confluence with Sandy Run) – Mauch Chunk Creek (outlet Mauch Chunk Lake downstream to Mauch Chunk Reservoir) – Nesquehoning Creek – Pohopoco Creek (outlet of Beltzville Lake downstream to backwater of Parryville Dam) – Sand Spring Run
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Baseball Card Wars and the 1961 Fleer Baseball Set by Rev. Connell A. McHugh To understand the unusual 1961 Fleer Baseball set, one has to have knowledge of the fierce battle waged between Bowman Gum and Topps Chewing Gum from 1948 until 1955 to corner the sports card market, especially in baseball. Bowman produced a 48-card black-and-white football set in 1948. While Bowman did not produce a football set in 1949, it did manufacture a large 240card baseball set of tinted photos on colored backgrounds. The set contained rookie cards of Satchel Paige, Jackie Robinson, and Roy Campanella. In 1950, Bowman offered a full-color set with Ted Williams and Jackie Robinson being the most valuable cards. In 1951, Bowman offered an expanded set of 324 cards which included the valuable Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays rookies. From 1950 through 1952, Bowman also produced football card sets of 144 players each year. Topps, on the other hand, produced a
limited edition set of cards in 1950. The set numbered 100 cards and was called the Felt Back set since the back of the cards was felt. Joe Paterno, football Hall of Famers Doak Walker, Leo Nomellini (also a successful pro-wrestler for many years), Charlie Justice, Ernie Stautner, and the American League baseball MVP of 1958, Jackie Jensen, were the biggest names in the set. In 1951, Topps produced a 75-card football set, usually labeled the Topps Magic set, which numbered 75 cards. This set was produced in much greater quantities than the Felt Back set and is regarded as Topps’ first major football set. Hazleton High’s own Joe Dudeck, who was an All-Stater in high school and an All-American lineman at North Carolina, appears as card number 71 in the set. Topps would not produce another football set until its famous Topps All-American set in 1955. This set of 100 cards is considered by many as one of
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the nicest football sets ever produced and is my personal favorite football set. Topps produced two small baseball sets in 1951 consisting of 52 cards each and called Blue Backs and Red Backs. The backs of the cards could be used for playing a baseball game. Through 1951, Bowman appeared to be handily winning the battle with Topps. In 1952, however, Topps produced its iconic baseball card set containing 407 cards. The cards were much larger than the Bowman ones and offered beautiful color. The most famous card in the set, indeed the most famous card of the modern era, is card number 311, Mickey Mantle, which is considered a rookie card even though Mantle appears in both the 1951 and 1952 Bowman sets. The cards were sold individually in penny packs or in nickel packs of 6. Both types of packs had pieces of bubblegum. Today, the Mantle card, in excellent to mint condition, sells for $20,000 and up (I don’t have the card). Strangely enough, though not in decent condition, I do have card 308, White Sox pitcher Luis Aloma, and card 309, Washington outfielder Jim Busby. I missed two of my favorite players, number 311, Mantle, and 312, Jackie Robinson, by a couple of numbers. Robinson sells for around $2,000 in Ex/Mt condition. The exceptional 1952 set launched Topps into the “Card War” lead. Bowman rebounded by producing the famous 1953 Bowman color set of 160 cards which is often regarded as the most beautiful set ever produced. The set offered Kodachrome photos. The card size was equal to that of Topps. In 1953, Bowman also produced a black-andwhite set of 64 cards in much more limited quantities than the color set. Many collectors felt the set was produced in black-and-white because of the expense involved in the high cost of color photography. The companies battled trying to get exclusive rights to a player to appear on their bubblegum card. Players received a paltry $75 to $125 to appear on cards and that included players such as Mantle, Mays, Aaron, Williams, Clemente, Musial, etc. Because of exclusive rights, Mantle did not appear in the Topps 1954 or 1955 sets and Stan Musial did not appear on a Topps card until 1958. In 1956, Topps bought out Bowman, bringing the near decade-long “Card Wars” to an end. Ironically, Bowman’s last baseball card set was a 320-card one which is still very popular with collectors. Often, it is called the "television" set, since a player’s photograph is ingeniously
shown inside a television. The set contained Mantle, Mays, Aaron, and many umpires of the day, including Sheppton's Jim Honochick, Dunmore Hall of Fame umpire Nestor Chylak, players Steve Bilko of Nanticoke and Ron Mrozinski of White Haven. From 1956 onward, Topps had a virtual stranglehold on contemporary baseball players. One exception was Ted Williams, who bolted from Topps in 1959 to allow Fleer to produce the 1959 Ted Williams set, which treats not only Williams’ baseball career, but traces his younger years, military career, etc. Babe Ruth, Jimmy Foxx, golfing great Sam Snead, and Jim Thorpe are among the athletes pictured with Williams in the set. Jim Thorpe, in a condescending and prejudicial manner, is referred to as “The Old Injun!" Card number 68, entitled “Ted Signs for 59,” is one of the rare cards from the 1950s. The card features Williams and Bucky Harris, the Hall of Fame manager from Pittston. The set sells for a minimum of $600 in Ex/Mt condition and card number 68 sells for $300 and up in Ex/Mt. Harris was still under contract to Topps and the card had to be pulled. This card was the first one to be counterfeited! Fleer seemed intent on producing life sets of other famous players but instead produced an 80-card set called Baseball Greats. Since Topps had the current players under contract, Fleer printed cards of Hall of Famers and notable players of the past as well as a few baseball executives. Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Christy Mathewson, Walter Johnson, and Ted Williams are the most expensive cards in the set. Williams is the highest priced, close to $100 in excellent to mint condition. Fleer, instead of giving Williams the paltry $100 that Bowman and Topps once offered, signed him to a four-year contract for $5,000 a year. In 1961, Fleer expanded its Baseball Greats to 154 cards. The three Fleer sets have held my interest over the years. I did decide to purchase the 1961 Fleer Baseball Greats because of the larger set that included many early players whose cards would be difficult to find and would be extremely expensive in collectable condition. The 1961 Fleer set includes cards of Cobb, Ruth, Gehrig, Wagner, Johnson, Mathewson, and Williams. These are just some examples of the many Hall of Famers who comprise the set. Williams is still the most expensive card since he retired the year before. While most of the players are depicted from their playing days, a few cards portray the play-
ers in business suits and some are shown in the post-baseball years. The set was issued in two series and cards 1 through 88 are easier to find than cards 89 through 154. Card number 1 is a checklist which depicts three Hall of Famers, Frank “Home Run” Baker, Ty Cobb, and Zack Wheat, in business suits on the front of the card. Card 89 is the checklist for the second series, and two other Hall of Famers, George Sisler and Pie Traynor, are on the front of the card. The 1961 Fleer set allows the collector to acquire many Hall of Famers and better-than- average players at a reasonable price. An excellent to mint set sells usually for $700 - $900 and occasionally, one might find this set at a lower price. If one were to collect early white or gold border cards of these Hall of Famers from 1909 or 1911 in excellent condition, one could probably acquire two, or at the most, three cards. The 1961 Fleer Baseball Greats includes several players from the Coal Region: Hall of Fame shortstop Hughie Jennings, who was also a successful coach and manager and lived
primarily in Pittston and Scranton; pitching great Christy Mathewson from Factoryville; all-time pitching ERA leader Ed Walsh from Plains, who was baseball’s last 40-game winner; my favorite pitcher, Hall of Famer, and great control pitcher Stan Coveleski from Shamokin; and Joe Dugan of Mahanoy City, who had solid years with the 1920s Yankees and was a teammate of Babe Ruth while being the regular third basemen. One player I would like to have seen included was Jack Quinn of Hazleton and Pottsville. Bucky Harris is also not included. The two Fleer Baseball Greats 1960 and 1961 sets were never popular with the young people who definitely preferred the current players of the day. However, today the 1960 and 1961 sets are in high demand, especially the 1961 set. Both sets have seen a hefty increase in value during the past two decades. P Rev. McHugh can be reached at Good Shepherd Church, Drums at 570-788-3141 or at 570-454-5058, or by his new email address at revmchugh@ptd.net.
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pany. They must have been very proud to have worked there. Here are a few of the names: Florence Carasia Grebousky, died 12/08/12, Jean Ferdinand DeSanto, their sister, died 02/16/2009 at 99 years, Louise Apichella, died 1999. Chester Ruminski, who died in 2003, was a route salesman, Deodata Cerra Ferdinand, wife of John Ferdinand, died 05/15/2011 at 93 years. Thomas Ogrydziak, died in 2009, Walter G. Kusek died in 2009, and Nicholas Mastroianni employed at Power City Baking Co., died 03/20/1937 at 28 yrs. There was a wedding announcement on 09/17/1936: Anna Fisher of Hollywood, PA was married to Calvin Moyer in the parsonage of Christ Memorial Reformed Church, West Hazleton, by the Reverend E. Franklin Faust. It was noted that the groom was employed at the Power City Baking Company. The bakery prospered through the 1920’s, 1930’s and 1940’s. Since the bakery was established as a family business, everyone though that it would continue as such with each new generation. But that was not to be. Tragedy struck. According to my research. Louis J. died suddenly in 1946 at
the age of 53 of a heart condition. Ralph, born in 1899, also died suddenly in September of 1952 at the young age of 53. Of course the business was thrown into turmoil. John Salvator, the head baker and partner, tried his best to keep it running, but his expertise was the product, not the day to day operations. Shelf life was a new factor to be reckoned with. John was keenly aware that his recipes had no preservatives. They were strictly all natural. He resisted changing them. Truly, he was a man ahead of his time. Now, no preservatives, all natural products, are what people are looking for in their foods. Competition among bakeries was extremely strong in the area at that time. Louis’ widow reluctantly made the decision to liquidate the assets thus ending the life of Hazle Maid Bakery. What did not end were the wonderful memories of a business and the family that created it. The memories of that wonderful Hazleton business linger on as the aroma of their fresh baked bread lingered over our city. That, I will always remember. My sincere thanks go out to everyone who in any way, contributed to my research of the Hazle Maid Bakery. P
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Community Yard Sale & Chinese Auction! Two days: Saturday, April 6 from 12 to 5pm, and Sunday, April 7 from 9am to 1pm at Lehighton Recreation Center, 243 South 8th Street in Lehighton. Bring canned goods for FREE Door Prize Ticket! Auction & Door Prize Drawings on Sunday @ 1pm. Food & Beverages available for purchase!. For more information, please call Author Suzanne Bloom will be visiting Mc- Diane @ 610-377-5275. Event sponsored by: Bride Memorial Library, 500 N. Market Street Lehighton Area Pool Pals & Lehighton Rotary in Berwick on Wednesday April 3. She will Club. read to the young children and their families from her book, The Bus for Us/Nuestro Au- April 7 tobus. Who wants to welcome Ms. Bloom Spaghetti Dinner, Sunday April 7 from 11am til singing The Wheels on the Bus/Las Ruedas del sellout at Columbia Hose Fire Co. No. 1, 742 Autobus? For more information, call 570-752- West Centre Street in Shenandoah. Dine in or take out. Free local delivery. Adults $8, Child 8450. $6. For more information, call 570-462-9574. April 6 The Hazleton Lions is sponsoring A Night at Shenandoah Knights of Columbus Council the Races, Saturday, April 6 at the Hazleton 618 Bingo, Sunday April 7 at St. Stephen’s Hall, Elks, 635 E. Broad Street in Hazleton. Doors 18 E. Oak Street in Shenandoah. Doors open open @ 6pm, Post time 6:30pm. Come enjoy at noon, bingo starts at 2pm. Food & refreshments available. fun, food and racing! April 6 & 7 Annual Used Book Sale, Saturday April 6 and Sunday, April 7 at Friends of the Ringtown Library in the Kmart wing of the Schuylkill Mall. Hours: Saturday 9am to 9pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm. Thousands of books at bargain prices: hardcovers ($1), paperbacks (50 cents), children’s books, DVD & VHS movies, audio books, puzzles and magazines. Visit www.ringtownlibrary.org for more information.
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Band member, Paul Hupalowski is well known in the Cleveland area for his expertise on accordion and keyboards. And, finally, drummer, Matt Gury joined Ethnic Jazz in 2012. He is the youngest member of the band. Over the years, Matt has performed with his father's group—The Dyna Dukes, as well as Big Daddy, Randy Krajewski, The Touch of Brass, and Orlando Polka Magic. In addition to “swinging sticks” with Ethnic Jazz, he also helps with the vocals. The Ethnic Jazz is another great band with a quality sound. If you get a chance, check them out. Just a reminder, on Sunday, April 7, our band, THE POLSKIE SWINGMASTERS, will be performing at the Freeland Events Center, Fern Street, in Freeland, PA. starting at 2 p.m. We will also be at the Freeland VFW on Saturday evening, April 27, starting at 7 p.m. And, we’ll finish out the month with a performance at the Citizen’s Fire Company in Weatherly, PA on Sunday, April 28, starting at 2:00 p.m. We hope you can come out and party with us. THE SWINGMASTERS VARIETY BAND is available for private parties and engagements. You can call Steve Brill at 570788-5336 or you can call me at 570-4290859. We would love to play for you. By the way, be sure to tune into the “Polka Connection” every Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. on 1490 WAZL. It’s the coolest polka
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local and state elected officials. The event will be extra special as the Orwigsburg Masonic Lodge unveils the restored Clock from Orwigsburg’s Courthouse. For more information visit our website at www.orwigsburg2013.com. April 17 Penn State Extension Master Gardener Jean Kolojejchick will present Master Gardeners Tips & Tricks: Spring and Summer Edition at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, April 17, at Good Shepherd Church, Route 309, Drums. Learn some of the techniques used by Master Gardeners to save time and energy while providing care for their plants. There is a fee of $5.00 per person. To register call the Luzerne County Extension at 1-888-825-1701 or email LuzerneExt@psu.edu. April 20 2013 Jim Thorpe Earth Day Celebration, Saturday, April 20 (Rain date Sunday, April 21) in downtown Jim Thorpe. Events include the Rhythm Drum Workshop, Hula Hooping, lots of Live Music, Smokey Bear, Environmental In-
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The Greater Hazleton Concert Series, sixth and final concert of the 2012-13 season will feature the groundbreaking, self-conducted string orchestra, A Far Cry of Boston. Founded in 2007 by a group of young musicians bent on making music according to their own rules, A Far Cry has enjoyed a heady ascent toward the highest ranks of today’s new generation of classical ensembles. A Far Cry will appear on Tuesday April 30th at 7:30 PM on stage in the Hazleton High School Auditorium located at 1601 West 23rd Street. One of Boston’s most promising classical music groups, A Far Cry Chamber Orchestra performs with the freedom and flexibility of a string quartet – and the power and beauty of an orchestra. A Far Cry stands at the forefront of an exciting new generation in classical music. According to the New York Times, the self-conducted orchestra “brims with personality or, better, personalities, many and varied.” A Far Cry was founded in 2007 by a tightly-knit collective of 12-13 young professional musicians – the Criers – and since the beginning has fostered those personalities, developing an innovative structure of rotating leadership both on stage and behind the scenes. All their artistic decisions are made by vote. By expanding the boundaries of orchestral repertoire and experimenting with the ways music is prepared, performed, and experienced, A Far Cry has been embraced throughout the world with more than two hundred performances, three albums, and a powerful presence on the internet. The Criers are proud to call Boston home, and maintain strong roots in the city fulfilling the role of Chamber Orchestra in Residence at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. A Far Cry Chamber Orchestra maintains a regular performance season in Boston as well a busy touring schedule across the U.S. The group has performed in New York City, Washington DC, Miami, Denver, Dallas and over a dozen other cities across the USA, and conducted a European tour in 2012. The Criers continue to foster ties to a growing community with a storefront re-
hearsal space and neighborhood concert series in Boston—infusing each venture with, in the Globe's words, “high musical standards and unbridled idealism.” Collaborating with local students through an educational partnership with the New England Conservatory, A Far Cry aims to pass on the spirit of collaboratively-empowered music to the next generation. The group encourages young musicians through outreach programs for local junior and senior high school students in other cities where it performs. The Greater Hazleton Concert Series is proud to announce that a Far Cry Chamber Orchestra will provide the series second student outreach program for students in the Hazleton area. The appearance e of a Far Cry chamber orchestra in Hazleton promises an evening of unforgettable classical music. It is only a short drive to the Hazleton High Auditorium and parking is plentiful and free. The per-
formance will be held at 7:30 PM, Tuesday, April 30th. Tickets for A Far Cry are now on sale. For reservations or concert information, call Amelia at 788-4864, or Joan at 455-0990. Find more information on all our concerts on The Greater Hazleton Concert Series’ Facebook page. An excellent video introduction to the orchestra and its music can be seen at http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=RAG9pUlz0Hc. P
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“April, the angel of the months” - Vita Sackville-West With the hopes of Spring coming early and the fact that most of us have “cabin fever” from this long and cold winter, our thoughts turn to sunshine, birds singing and warmer weather. Along with that comes different ideas for our lunches and dinners for spring. I hope you all enjoy the recipes and the fact that our grocery stores are beginning to have a few more fruits and vegetables that they normally do during the cold winter months.
Blueberry French Toast Ingredients: 12 Slices of day old white bread, crust removed 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 12 eggs 2 cups of milk 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey Sauce: 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup water 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 1 tablespoon butter or margarine Directions: Cut bread into 1 inch cubes; place half in a greased 13x9x2 inch baking pan. Cut cream cheese into 1 inch cubes and place over bread. Top with blueberries and remaining bread. In a large bowl beat eggs, add milk and syrup and mix well. Pour over bread mixture. Cover and chill for 8 hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking, cover and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover, and bake 25-30 minutes more or until golden brown and center is set. In a saucepan combine sugar and cornstarch; add water, bring to a boil over a medium heat and boil for three (3) minutes, while stirring constantly. Stir in blueberries and reduce the heat. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until berries have burst. Stir in butter until melted. Serve over French toast. Serves 6-8.
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Estate Planning: The reasons for having a Will by Gordon Bigelow, Esq. In estate planning, in mapping out the plan there are several reasons why each of us should have a validly executed Will. First, with a well drafted Will, following the marshalling of the individual’s assets and taking into consideration the desires and needs of the client, the Will can dispose of those assets owned by the client at the time of his or her death (probate assets) which do not otherwise pass by terms of contract or operation of law (non-probate assets). Those assets which are non-probate are assets which have beneficiary designations in documentation signed by the client prior to death, such as individual retirement accounts, annuities, life insurance proceeds, retirement plans, transfer of death accounts, or jointly owned assets with right of survivorship. Second, a well drafted Will will take advantage of reducing and/or avoiding state inheritance tax or federal estate taxes. Such advantages may in-
clude providing for alternate beneficiaries if a surviving spouse should disclaim interest in property under a Will, to take advantage of applicable federal estate tax exclusions. You can establish a trust under a Will to hold property for the benefit of a surviving spouse that will provide for the passing of assets ultimately to children so that the assets not being included in the surviving spouse’s estate upon his or her death. This form of trust may qualify for the marital deduction to ensure that no estate tax is paid upon the death of the surviving spouse. Third, and equally important is your ability within the Will to identify specifically those individuals who will serve in certain capacities upon your death. For example, under the terms of the Will you identify the personal representative (the Executor or Executrix) whose obligation it is to administer to the estate. You can identify the individual(s) who will serve as the guardian of any assets passing to minor children, as well as the guardian(s) whom you choose to entrust with the custody and care of any minor children. The designation of the guardian of the minor children may in certain circumstances require a separate petition to the court for appointment of a guardian of the person or estate passing to a minor, however the instructions in the Will to the Court will require that the Court take into consideration your wishes as expressed in the Will. If you do not have a Will the laws of the Commonwealth will dictate who is to serve as your personal representative and will dictate the distribution scheme of probate property. The laws of the Commonwealth will dictate and control the apportionment of taxes. If you die without a Will the Court will dictate the process and selection of a guardian of the person of your minor children and the guardian of an estate of any property which passes to your minor child. P
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If I leave my job, what should I do with my 401(k)? by Juliann Longhi, CFP® and Stanley B. Warner III, CPA, MBA Years ago, employees worked for one company until retirement and received payouts from the company pension plan. However, imagine if when you retire, you had to piece together separate 401(k) plans from your various employers. If you leave your job some companies may allow you to remain in their 401(k). You could also roll that money into your next company’s 401(k). For many American workers, a rollover to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is the vehicle they choose for retirement savings when changing jobs. When you decide to request a rollover, contact your company’s benefits department about procedures. You will have options when handling this transfer. One of the options is to receive a payout from the company directly or roll the funds into an IRA. If you receive the funds directly, the distribution will be subject to a mandatory 20% withholding even if you intend to roll the funds to an IRA within 60 days. And if you have company stock inside your 401(k), you can take advantage of the long-term capital gains rate on your earnings instead of rolling the stock to an IRA. Due to tax implications associated with retirement plans, you do not want to make a costly mistake. Seek the advice of professionals well versed in tax laws and investments. P
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What do you do when vaccines cause harm? by Stephen A. Seach, Esq. Public health policy is big on vaccinations. Several states require students and others to receive vaccines. The idea is that the vaccine will immunize the individual from a certain disease. Most of the time, that healthy outcome is the result that follows. What happens when the vaccination causes harm? The federal government has established the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. This program is administered in Washington, D.C., under the auspices of the United States Court of Federal Claims. To be eligible for compensation, the claimant
Exemptions in Bankruptcy by Christy M. DeMelfi, Esq. Many people think that when a person files for bankruptcy, they will lose all their property. That statement is completely false! Because a debtor can assert certain exemptions, most people who file for bankruptcy keep all their property. Basically, if a property is “exempt” then the debtor can keep it. Exemptions can either be asserted on a State or Federal level. In Pennsylvania, most debtors assert Federal exemptions as they are more “friendly”. There are specific Federal exemptions for certain categories of property, such as jewelry (up to $1,450) or household goods, furnishings, clothing, books, musical instruments, animals and crops (up to $550 per item; aggregate total of $11,525). Some items however have special exemptions. Examples of items with their own exemption include: real property (up to $21,625 in equity), a motor vehicle (up to $3,450 in equity) or IRA’s and Roth IRA’s (up to $1,171,650 per person). The main benefit to electing to use Federal exemptions is that there is a Wildcard exemption that can be used to protect ANY asset. The Wildcard can only be used if the exemption against real property is not completely used however. If a person does not own any real property or if there is no equity in the real property owned, then a person can exempt up to $10,825 of ANY property. Since the value of property in a bankruptcy estate is the current resale value, most people have nothing which is not exempt! As such, most people who file for bankruptcy keep all their property. P
must prove that he or she was injured by a vaccine and that the injury either lasted for at least six months or resulted in inpatient hospitalization, surgery or death. In a vaccine case, the Claimant must come forth with documentation establishing a causal relationship between the vaccine and the injury. As in other injury cases, this generally requires working closely with medical specialists who know about the disease process. For certain injuries which follow certain vaccines, the causal relationship will be presumed. The program provides a table identifying those vaccines and diseases.
There are several issues that can affect someone’s eligibility under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, and people with potential claims should consult a lawyer experienced in this area. Because of time limits that could preclude claims, interested people should call sooner rather than later. The Seach Law Offices handles vaccine injury cases. Attorney Seach is admitted to practice in the United States Court of Federal Claims. You may call Attorney Seach at 570-359-3283 for a free consultation if you believe that you have sustained an injury from a vaccination. P
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Olympians bring Competitive Drive to Toyota's Pro/Celebrity Race (NAPSA)-Olympic athletes train intensely, study the game and push their bodies to the limit. The same skills and discipline serve them well when they turn their eyes on another prize: the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race. More than a dozen Olympians have participated since the event's inception in 1977, including gold medalists Carl Lewis, Misty May-Treanor, Mary Lou Retton, Dara Torres and Bruce Jenner. One of six main events held during the annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race brings to_gether stars of film, television and sports to compete against professional drivers on the historic 1.97-mile circuit. This year's race will take place April 20th. Olympians are well-conditioned athletes, with superior hand-eye coordination and intense focus under pressure. That experience gives them a leg up when they and the other celebrities arrive for four days of tough driving training. The participants learn racing techniques such as proper cor_nering, shifting and braking while acclimating themselves to the
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Spring is here...Automobile Maintenance by Thomas R. Buff It is hard to believe that this winter season is finally coming to an end, at least we hope. This winter season may not have been snowy as many winters of past but the cold and icy conditions still meant road salt and spray pounding the exterior of our vehicles. Our batteries were subject to many cold and icy mornings and our heater ran on high speed to keep us toasty warm. But spring is near and soon the sun will be warmer, the birds will be singing and you will be planning your summer vacation. So here are some tips I have gathered from a few ASE Certified Master Automobile Technicians that will give you a jump on spring tasks and in turn keep your car or truck in perfect operating condition during the warm spring and summer season. • Battery - The battery works harder in frigid temperatures, so winter does take its toll on the heart of your electrical system. Have your battery terminals cleaned and the battery tested for proper cranking performance. It is cheaper to replace a battery than to have your car towed due to a breakdown. The fact is that most batteries fail in the warm weather due to the abuse they receive in the cold winter months. • Cooling System - Check the condition of all your belts, clamps, and hoses. Worn, glazed, or frayed belts should be replaced as well as bulging or cracked hoses. Flush and refill your cooling system as per manufacturer recommended intervals. The level and concentration of the coolant should be checked. Remember, coolant serves many purposes other than simply preventing the coolant from freezing.
• Tires - Cold weather can reduce tire pressure so make sure all tires are properly inflated. Don’t forget to check the spare. Inflate the tires to their recommended pressure- check the inside of your vehicle’s door for the “tire placard.” This tag has the proper air pressure for your particular tire and vehicle. If your car is shaking or shimmying, have the tires balanced. The winter season is known for knocking wheel weights off of the tires and causing them to go out of balance. If your tires are showing signs of uneven wear, have a four-wheel alignment performed. Winter can also beat up our steering and suspension system. An alignment is inexpensive as compared to new tires. • Brakes - Routine brake inspection and service is not only important for safety but can also save you money in the long run. Failure to replace the brake pads, for example, can lead to costly rotor replacement. Check your brake fluid levels and don’t wait until State Inspection time to have your brake system thoroughly inspected.
• Oil & Filter - Change the oil and filter as specified in your owner’s manual. Believe it or not, this is one of the most neglected service items. Keep your vehicle in good operating condition by having all fluids and filters inspected and replaced if necessary. • Safety Items - Check all of your lights for proper operation and replace the bulbs if necessary. Replace your wiper blades and top off your windshield wiper fluid. It is a good idea to keep a gallon in the trunk. • Exterior - Winter wreaks havoc on your cars exterior: Road salt is a car’s worst enemy. To protect your investment, have your car professionally cleaned. This service is one that will pay off in the long run. An exterior waxing and interior shampooing will keep your car looking good for many years. Today’s economic outlook is forcing auto owners to keep their automobiles longer. This is why proper maintenance is important to extend the life of your automobile. So use the spring season as the time to freshen up your automobile. Happy Motoring! P
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Here comes the Sun by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD We’ve all heard about the damage ultraviolet (UV) light can do to our skin; but many people are unaware of the harm UV radiation can do to their eyes. The more time you spend in the sun, the more UV exposure you will receive. Ocular injury from ultraviolet absorption is cumulative and can be acquired from the sun, lasers, welding machines, and tanning beds. This light is most intense when reflected off of bright surfaces such as snow, water, and white sand. So, it is important to be especially careful when skiing, boating, or at the beach. Areas of high altitude, such as the mountains, and places close to the Equator also receive more powerful radiation. UV rays are strongest in the summer and mid-day between 10 am and 2 pm. These are two types of UV radiation that can hurt the eyes. UVA rays are of lower energy and might contribute to macular degeneration, which will cause a decrease in central vision. They also burn deep into the skin and may cause cancer, such as basal cell carcino-
ma. Skin cancer can appear on the eyelids, particularly the lower lid, under the eyebrow, and corners of the eyes. UVB rays are absorbed by the cornea and crystalline lens. This can lead to problems such as photokeratiis which is similar to sunburn on the cornea. Photokerititis results in a painful, red, irritated eye that is light sensitive and tears. There can be temporary vision loss for one to two days. Cataracts are also associated with UV exposure. With cataracts, there is a gradual, progressive decrease in vision, an increased in glare, and a reduction in color perception. Another common condition related to the sun is a pingueculae. This consists of tissue growth on the white part of the eye, conjunctiva. If the tissue continues to grow and encroach on the cornea, it becomes a pterygium and may require surgical removal. With all the damage that the sun can do, it is extremely important to protect your eyes whenever possible. A good pair of sun-
glasses is a necessity, even in the winter months. Be sure that they block out 100% of UVA and UVB rays. Tinted lenses without UV blockers will just cause the eye to dilate and allow more sunlight to enter. Polarized lenses are also a plus, because they cut bothersome glare. The sunglasses should fit close, and wrap around styles are best to protect the skin surrounding the eyes. Contact lens wearers should also wear sunglasses. Even if the contacts contain UV filter, they will not shield the skin or conjunctiva. Regularly scheduled comprehensive eye examinations are also essential to screen for any sun damage that may have occurred. So be safe, enjoy summer, and most of all, take care of your eyes. P
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What to expect while you are expecting – Pregnancy and its effect on oral health by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. What great news to find out that you are expecting a bundle of joy! Remember that your oral health during pregnancy can be affected by your hormonal changes. Gingivitis is more likely to present itself during pregnancy more so than at any other time. Your gums may bleed during flossing or brushing as a result of the infection which is present. If ignored, gingivitis will affect both your gums and bone structures which keep your teeth solidly in place. “Lumps” may occasionally form both between your teeth and along your gumline. Although unsightly, these swollen areas are harmless yet they easily bleed and look beet-red and raw. These swellings are termed “pregnancy tumors” and are luckily non-cancerous. Although they can be removed by your dentist, they do disappear after pregnancy. Inform your dentist as soon as you are sure of your pregnancy as well as any oral changes you may have noticed and any medications that you may be taking. Should you need antibiotics during pregnancy, tetracycline should be avoided as it may stain your child’s developing teeth and they can appear gray or brown. Ideally, dental x-rays should be delayed until after delivery, yet may be necessary in emergency situations. If x-rays are unavoidable, your dentist should place not only a protective apron over your abdomen, but also a thyroid collar over your throat. Never hesitate to voice any concerns you may have regarding dental x-rays or any proposed treatment. I cannot stress enough the impor-
tance of optimal dental care. Daily homecare is key as is an increased frequency of cleanings during pregnancy. Brushing twice a day with fluoridated toothpaste and daily flossing for plaque removal will aid in preventing gum disease and tooth decay. My hygienist thoroughly instructs our pregnant patients, and all patients in general, on both proper brushing and flossing techniques. If you have difficulty with either, consult your hygienist to demonstrate proper technique. Overall health is directly affected by oral health. Although pregnancy may force you to “back-burner” certain aspects of your life, I
Therapeutic Horseback Riding Program seeks Volunteers Horses & Horizons Therapeutic Learning Center, Inc. is looking for volunteers to help with its special program of therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults with special needs. H.H.T.L.C., a registered non-profit organization, is located ten miles south of Tamaqua, near Route 309. It offers therapeutic riding lessons on Monday and Wednesday evenings from May through October. Lesson volunteers must be at least fourteen years old, in good health, and able to walk for an hour at a time. They must successfully complete a volunteer training session, provided by H.H.T.L.C. While experience with horses and/or people with disabilities is helpful, it is not necessary. H.H.T.L.C. also welcomes the volunteer assistance of allied health fields professionals and people with horse experience.
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H.H.T.L.C. serves riders with a wide variety of disabilities. Therapeutic horseback riding has been shown to improve balance, posture, strength, and coordination. It also helps to increase self-awareness, self-confidence, attention span, and independence. Often, riders also gain improved social skills. H.H.T.L.C. will hold a required volunteer training session for lesson volunteers on Sunday, April 7th, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the center. Anyone who wishes to volunteer to help with riding lessons must attend this hands-on training. In addition to lesson volunteers, H.H.T.L.C. also needs volunteers to assist with other duties. If you would like to become a volunteer, contact Janie Miller at 570-386-4280 (wintsprg@ptd.net) or Elaine Smith at 570-3865679 (elshhtlc@ptd.net).
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Baby Boomers must adjust Lifestye by Dr. Tim Kelly, PT, DPT Many people in the "baby boomer" generation are staying active as they age. This is healthy. But playing team sports, jogging or doing other high impact activities that repeatedly pound, twist and turn the knees can stress aging joints. Highly active, middle-aged patients may develop painful knees as a result of osteoarthritis (OA). This painful condition happens when the cartilage lining on the ends of bones gradually wears away. It can affect one or both knees. Increasingly, baby boomers with OA of the knee are asking for total knee replacement
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surgery. Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon Arlen D. Hanssen, MD explains that many highly active patients in their 40s and 50s feel inspired by advertising and news reports about the success of knee replacement surgeries. But often they refuse to change their lifestyles to extend the life of their natural knees. Dr. Hanssen admonishes “They should first try making changes to their lifestyles.” For middle-aged people, the earlier a doctor diagnoses OA of the knee, the more likely conservative treatment may help. If OA of the knee is in its early stages, your doctor may recommend low impact activities and other non-operative treatments that can delay or eliminate the need for surgery. Moderate physical activity lessens joint pain and improves flexibility and function.
Baby boomer patients with OA of the knee should continue exercising, but change the forms of their activities: Stop doing high impact activities that twist and turn the joints. This includes running, tennis, racquetball, basketball, baseball, etc. Start doing smooth, low impact activities that are easier on the joints. Recommended activities include stretching, swimming, water aerobics, cycling, walking on a treadmill or outside, playing golf, etc. At Physical Therapy Specialists we can help you establish a balanced fitness program and provide early interventions to improve joint flexibility, increase range of motion, strengthen muscle, bone and cartilage tissues and reduce pain. P
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You’re Invited! Africa Yoga Project Benefit Weekend at Mystic Power Yoga Community is very important to us at Mystic Power Yoga. Whether we’re catching up with old friends or making new ones, we believe there is POWER in numbers! What you can do on your own is only made better and stronger with the help of a friend. Mystic Power Yoga also has friends in Africa that are up to great things, and this month, we’re going to catch up with them and build a stronger community in our own studio while we’re at it. We’re holding a special benefit for Africa Yoga Project called Unity Through Community on April 19th and 20th. There are many fun things planned for this family friendly event, and we cannot wait to see you there! Friday April 19th we’ll kick off the weekend with some relaxation and soothing sounds. There will be a slow flow class for all levels beginning at 5:30 featuring live music
by John Layton followed by a deep relaxation meditation with a special musical accompaniment by Eric Muller. All are welcome to join us for refreshments following the meditation. On Saturday April 20th we’re going to kick it up a notch with some exciting events for the whole family. The day will start at 9:00 AM with an educational seminar about what Africa Yoga Project is and how it benefits the people of Africa as well as our own yoga studio. There will be an adult all levels yoga class at 9:30 while the kids are doing arts and crafts with our specially trained staff. Our beloved Pamvillian will be joining us from Africa via Skype at 10 AM; studio owner, Michele Fisher, has been a mentor to Pamvillian for the last 2 years through the Africa Yoga Project, and what she has been able to do for herself and her family is an inspiration to all of us at
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Mystic Power Yoga. After we all have a chance to meet and talk with Pamvillian, the Kids Yoga class will begin at 11:15. This is always a great time for all, and kids of all ages are invited to participate. All of the events planned for this weekend are free to enter, but donations to benefit Africa Yoga Project are appreciated. Please feel free to learn more about Africa Yoga Project by visiting their website: http:// www.africayogaproject.org/. P
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Bursitis by Dr. Joseph Bafile Inflammation of the fluidfilled sac (bursa) that lies between a tendon and skin, or between a tendon and bone. The condition may be acute or chronic. Bursae are fluid-filled cavities near joints where tendons or muscles pass over bony projections. They assist movement and reduce friction between moving parts. Bursitis can be caused by chronic overuse, trauma, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, or infection. Sometimes the cause cannot be determined. Bursitis commonly occurs in the shoulder, knee, elbow, and hip. Other areas that may be affected include the Achilles tendon and the foot. SYMPTOMS: • JOINT PAIN AND TENDERNESS • SWELLING • WARMTH OVER THE AFFECTED JOINT • LIMITED RANGE OF MOTION Chiropractic care works on relieving pain and correcting complications associated with bursitis. To see if chiropractic may be able to help you call 570-788-3737 today for a complimentary consultation. P
Valuable Nutrients for your body by Bill Spear, R.Ph., CCN Everybody knows that eating the appropriate amount of fruits and vegetables is crucial to a well-balanced diet; what many don’t know however, is the importance of the colors of the fruits and veggies they choose. Fruits and vegetables are great sources of many vitamins, minerals and other natural substances your body needs to obtain great health. Each color has its own set of health benefits and provides valuable nutrients for your body. When choosing fruits and veggies for your diet, think variety and color. To help you with this, we have included a few colors and their health benefits below. White: Although not rich in color, white fruits and vegetables provide several health benefits. They contain health-promoting chemicals that may maintain healthy cholesterol and blood pressure. Other health benefits include immune support and lowered risk of heart disease and various cancers. A great example of a white vegetable rich in nutrients is cauliflower. A cruciferous vegetable that is best in the winter months. Cauliflower resides in the same plant family as broccoli, kale, and cabbage. It is a rich source of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, potassium and dietary fiber; in fact, one cup of cooked cauliflower contains almost half of the daily recommendation for vitamin C. White fruits and vegetables include: bananas, coconut, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, onions, parsnips,
potatoes, and turnips. Orange and Yellow: colored by a group of natural plant pigments called carotenoids, orange and yellow fruits and vegetables contain beta-carotene which has antioxidant actions. Once ingested, betacarotene converts to vitamin A which helps to maintain health vision, a healthy immune system, and is important for skin health. Not only do these vegetables and fruits contain high amounts of beta-carotene, they are also filled with flavonoids, lycopene, potassium, and vitamin C. Orange and yellow fruits and vegetables include: apricots, butternut squash, cantaloupe, carrots, lemons, mangos, nectarines, orange peppers, oranges, papayas, peaches, pineapples, sweet potatoes, yellow apples, yellow peppers, yellow summer or winter squash. For more information on healthy eating selections, please contact our Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Bill Spear, R.Ph,CCN at Hazle Drugs, 1 E. Broad St., Hazleton, Pa., 570454-2476, www.hazledrugs.com. P
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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition which causes pain, tingling and numbness in the wrist, hand and fingers, typically the thumb, index and middle fingers. It is a common condition affecting 1 out of 20 Americans and can really hamper your ability to use your hands with daily activities. Most people also say it affects their sleep. The problem is caused by compression of a nerve called the median nerve when it passes through a narrow passageway at your wrist called the “carpal tunnel”. This tunnel also contains the tendons that bend your fingers so anything that causes swelling or thickening of the tunnel or the tendons in the tunnel can cause the nerve to be compressed resulting in CTS. Women are three times more likely than men to get CTS. It is common in assemblyline workers, jobs requiring the use of hand tools and excessive keyboard and computer use. Some leisure activities can also cause CTS, such as sewing, sports requiring use of a racquet, stick or bat, and playing instruments such as the guitar.
Treatment for CTS should begin as soon as possible because when left too long it can lead to permanent nerve damage. Initial treatment should try and reduce the inflammation and irritation of the wrist and nerve through rest, ice and immobilization of the wrist with a carpal tunnel splint. Typically, treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome will involve a physical therapist who uses treatments including hands on techniques to try and reduce swelling, tissue tightness and improving mobility and strength. A development for the treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome occurred in 2002 when a study done by the Ford motor company showed workers with CTS were more likely to get better combining Cold Laser treatment, done with an ML830 Laser, with traditional physical therapy. 70% of people treated were able to return to work compared with only 40% treated with physical therapy alone. Since then many other studies have shown the effectiveness of Laser therapy combined with physical therapy to assist in the healing of CTS. Laser treatment are pain free, can help improve swelling and the body’s natural healing powers through production of a chemical called adinose triphosphate (ATP). A last resort would be surgery. Surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome cuts a ligament which sits on top of the tunnel making more room for the nerve. People generally stay out of work for at least a month and often much longer, depending upon the type of surgery and the severity of the condition. For more information about carpal tunnel syndrome or the ML830 Laser, please call Hazleton Physical Therapy at 570-501-1808 or visit www.hazletonpt.com. P
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The National Eye Institute, a part of NIH, offers a 20-page large-print booklet, "What You Should Know About Low Vision," and a series of videos featuring patient stories about living with low vision. These and other resources are at www.nei.nih.gov/lowvision. The VerifyNow System is a product that tests for aspirin, providing the physician information on platelet reactivity. To find a physician who offers the easy-to-administer test, go to www.accumetrics.com/request or call (800) 643-1640.
Lip Size and Ethnicity by Stephen Schleicher, MD Bigger lips are in vogue (check out virtually any TV anchorwoman) and I utilize injectable fillers such as Belotero, Prevelle Silk and Juvederm which result in a natural lip enhancement. The procedure takes several minutes and the fullness lasts three to over six months depending on the type of filler used. I read with interest a recent article published in a plastic surgery journal that discusses lip sizes and proportions in various ethnic groups. The “average” white female has an upper lip that is of less diameter than the lower lip. Increasing the upper lip’s volume so that it is approximately 75% as full as the lower lip of-
ten represents the goal of lip augmentation. Such a look exudes sensuality and sexuality in our current culture (how many actresses and female vocalists have not had their lips augmented?). Yet lip size varies dependent on ethnicity. For example black and Hispanic women often have upper and lower lips that are equal in proportion. And in one survey of American Orientals those with smaller upper lips were rated as the most attractive. In other words, beauty is not only in the eyes of the beholder, but in their lips as well. P
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Bruising as you age by Marlin Duncan Does the senior in your life often have unexplainable bruises. Do you as a caregiver have questions about what causes him or her to have unsightly black and blue marks and worry that there might be something seriously wrong with your loved one that needs attention. As alarming as these purplish marks can be, they're usually harmless. With passing years, easy bruising becomes increasingly more common with the mildest bump or blow. Exactly what causes this.Over time our capillaries age and become more fragile and prone to rupture. Our skin also becomes thinner, losing the protective fatty
layer that helps to cushion blood vessels against injury. Bruises form when the small blood vessels or capillaries near the skin’s surface are broken by an injury. This causes blood to leak out of the vessels and a bright or dark red, purple or black mark appears. The problem of frequent bruising with no apparent reason usually starts to show up after age 55, but long-time sun worshippers may see changes earlier. For many people, in fact, sun damage is thought to account for nearly all of agerelated changes in the skin. The problem may be compounded if you smoke, too. Certain
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dietary supplements such as fish oil and ginkgo can have a blood-thinning effect and also increase your risk of bruising. So do some medications used in treating common conditions like allergies, asthma and eczema or more serious issues like blood clots that can cause strokes or heart attacks. Medications include: • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen. • Aspirin • Anticoagulants such as coumadin or heparin. • Antiplatelet medications. • Corticosteroid-containing medications (applied to the skin, taken orally or injected). • Medications that affect coordination can make you more prone to falls. While you as a caregiver might not be able to completely prevent easy bruising in the senior in your life, there are some practical measures you can take that will go a long way towards helping to keep him or her bruisefree. De-clutter your household and remove items that could cause bumps or falls. Dress your senior in long-sleeved shirts and pants to add an extra layer of protection for their skin. Limit exposure to the sun and try to reduce further harm by applying sunscreen and covering up while outdoors. Apply moisturizers to the skin. That will relieve dryness and make skin give more easily. There isn’t much that can be done to treat a bruise once it has formed, although most bruises disappear eventually as the body reabsorbs the blood. Healing may take longer because of age. Easy bruising can be an indication of a more serious condition such as a blood disease or a clotting problem. You should consult a doctor if you notice unusually large or painful bruises that develop for no reason. Easy bruising and abnormal bleeding elsewhere -for instance from the nose, gums or intestinal tract -- should also be checked. If the senior starts a new medication and suddenly begins bruising or develops bruising during an illness in addition to a fever and confusion, he or she should be seen by a doctor. P For more information on senior living and elder care options, go to www.comfortkeepers/hazletonpa.com. Each office is independently owned and operated. Marlin Duncan, owner of Comfort Keepers, works professionally with the elderly on issues relating to senior independence. He can be reached in Hazleton at 570-450-0890.
Embrace Life! by John Degenhart, DC In my 33 beautiful years in chiropractic practice, I hear a lot of complaints every day. Things like "Don't get old" or "the golden years are really the rusty years". Then there are complaints about taes going up, or our government is terrible or how slow the economy is. It is sad to hear about death in a family, suicide, loss of job or home, and the many stresses that people encounter in their lives. I feel part of my job is to be a sponge. to listen, to absorb the patient's stress and leave them with an encouraging word. We all need to have our hope built up at times. But I want to share with you a great truth. In the Bible, Jesus tells us, "I have come to give you life abundantly!" What that means to me is he is telling us to embrace life. Yes, there will be obstacles, and worries and problems, but not to focus on that. Focus on the
beauty of life. As children we loved the sunset or full moon, or the bright stars at night. He wants us to enjoy life, and more than abundantly. Enjoy those things now. My prayer for you is whatever weight is on your shoulders as you read this article, say this prayer, "Dear Lord, I have been responsible, I have done all I could to remedy the situation. Now I will let go and put it in your hands ans trust that you are in control. I am now at peace and I can live an abundant life in the midst of my problems." What a joy it gives me to look at the problems in my life, and smile and be at peace and say, "Abba is in control". He wants to take the yoke off our shoulders. Let it go and live every day, ABUNDANTLY! P
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(Family Features) When it comes to losing weight and getting into shape, good intentions are never quite enough. And there's not a quick-fix solution, either. It takes a well-balanced approach and a commitment to making healthy, long-term changes. People who succeed in losing weight and keeping it off have several things in common in three important areas: • Nutrition - They eat a low-fat, low-sugar diet with lots of vegetables and fruit, and they do not count calories. • Exercise - They are physically active and commit to making exercise the first thing they do every day. • Education - They self-monitor with weighins. Understanding what is going on inside you backed with innovative and ground breaking educational course gives you the advantage you need to succeed. Anyone trying to lose weight and regain their health needs to pay attention to these factors. Focus your efforts on fitness and nutrition for maintaining your slimmer, healthier body. • Eating Better - Many people have found it helpful to keep track of what they eat, especially in the beginning. They are often surprised at their own eating habits once they see it in black and white. Food diaries can help you see where you need to be cutting back and making changes. • Getting Active - While you might be able to lose weight simply by cutting back on calories, you won't be able to keep the weight off. Before starting a fitness program, you need to know your starting place. Talk to your doctor to find out your body mass index (BMI), weight and blood pressure, and to get recommendations on what kinds of activities are safe for you to begin. It can be very helpful to have an exercise buddy, or even a group. Not only will it help you be more accountable to sticking to your plan, a friend can make exercising much more fun. • Making the Commitment - Taking care of your body isn't about fitting into a small sized pair of jeans or a smaller special-occasion dress. It's about making a long-term commitment to your health. Your health is too important to ignore. Take steps today to help ensure you'll have a healthier and happier future. You can learn more about the programs at NIHF at www. NIHF.com.
The Laurels: Happy Spring! April 2013 dent feels that they have found a home here at the Laurels. We strive to include all aspects of life, including religious and spiritual needs. Every month, we have religious services with Father McHugh from Good Shepherd Church and Rev. Hess from Faith United Church of Christ. We also have communion service every week with Mr. Bill Horan from St. John Bosco Parish. Every morning, Residents can take part in our Rosary Service and Reading of the Gospel. To many, Spiritual growth is just as important as any other activity of daily life. If you would like more information regarding our services, please call our office or email us at info@laurels-seniorliving.com. You can also stop by for a tour of our beautiful facility and enjoy a complimentary lunch. P Social/Religious Programs & The Laurels The Laurels Senior Living Community – The Laurels wants to ensure every Resi- “Where our Family of Residents Come First!”
With spring around the corner, it’s time to shake off the winter blues, lace up the sneakers and get moving! Exercise has been deemed the single most important health behavior people can incorporate into their respective lifestyles. The physical dimension of living your best life includes taking actions to improve cardiovascular fitness, as well as strength, flexibility, and balance. Engaging in a regular fitness program can even help reverse some of the effects of aging. Not only is exercise good for the body, but it can help emotional and intellectual aspects as well. Regular exercise can be a wonderful antidepressant. In addition to keeping brains fit through intellectually stimulating activities, regular exercise can help preserve one’s cognitive function. The Laurels Senior Living has demonstrated its commitment to fitness through its wellness program. The exercise program at the Laurels has been developed to enhance the independence, strength and energy of our residents. The program supports aging by helping residents stay healthy, safe and strong. Participants also benefit from improved circulation, greater endurance, better balance and an overall boost in energy.
Mall, Wal-Mart and Church Hill Mall; and indulging in a little pampering with a “Spa Day”! How relaxing! Our culinary group will be making Homemade Pie and Nut Bread. Delicious treats indeed! Senior Skype—In the next month we will have a laptop computer and large screen TV available in the 3rd floor activity room for residents interesting in learning how to use email and Skype. Students from MMI will be onhand to instruct residents and help them get connected! A great way to keep in touch with out of town family! Check the activity schedule for class dates and times. For a complete list of our April activities, visit our website at www.laurels-seniorliving. com/activities; or check us out on Facebook!
Upcoming Events This month keeps us swinging, moving and entertained by talents of: The Wister Quartet from MMI, the Drumheller’s Betty Carpenter, Tammy Gilbert, Cindy Robertson, Greg Palmer and Bible Stories with Rodney Foxx. We will be heading out to lunch at Pizza Hut. Plus we will be shopping at the Laurel
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Far Infrared Heat Wraps at Robert Stevens Skin & Spa by Debi Shandrick There are many products in the marketplace making claims to do with weight loss and wellbeing. This makes it difficult to decide what will or will not work and determine whether money will be well spent . We have done a great amount of research on far infared heat, and now carry a treatment for weight loss and wellbeing. The Formostar Far Infrared Body Wrap system has been manufactured in Germany since 1983. It was originally developed for therapeutic purposes to treat people with severe rheumatoid arthritis and joint mobility problems. Subsequently it was discovered that consistent weight loss was being achieved. For weight loss, 10 sessions were recommended with an interval of 2-4 days in between and for joint mobility, five sessions with an interval of 2-3 days. People that lead a very sedentary lifestyle can still achieve great results over a longer period assuming that they exercise adequate control over dietary and other general health factors. However, results will be dependent on each person’s particular make up and physiology. It is physically impossible though for the Formostar to put weight or inches on a person based on the physiological process that takes place. There are positive benefits associated with menopause and the Formostar. It is reported that hot flashes decrease and energy levels improve. The mood-elevating,
tension-relieving effects can help reduce the depression and anxiety that often accompanies menopause and can also promote the loss of abdominal fat. Detoxification: The skin produces cool sweat to regulate the body’s elevated temperature. It also has the ability to transform toxins from lipid-soluble or oil-based into easier to eliminate, water-soluble form. Sweat carries toxins out of the body and flushes them through the pores. Improved Blood Circulation: As the blood flows with the Formostar can increase in volume by twice as much as normal and travels around 3.5 times faster through the body, continued use can eventually provide a permanent improvement n blood circulation and blood pressure. The blood flows into areas that are poorly promoted with blood such as scar tissue and fat that is stored on the outer areas of the body. Pain Management: The Formostar was developed for therapeutic purposes. Because heat is absorbed around 4.5 cm’s below the surface it helps blood vessels dilate (expand), bringing relief and aiding healing of muscle and soft tissue injuries such as sprains, strains, arthritis, muscle spasm and many other muscular-skeletal ailments. Skin Toning: As for Toxin removal. Pores get clogged up with Toxins and other materi-
als, the significant sweating created by using the Formostar can help to unclog pores, improving the condition of the skin, including problems such as acne and psoriasis. General Well-Being: A 50 minute session can help people relieve stress and tension promoting relaxation and a general sense of well being. The formostar actually is an “inside out” heating process, rather than heating blankets etc. that try to heat from the outside in, which is why it is very effective. The combination of the heat, which breaks down fluids and fat, and the improved blood supply, helps to carry away these deposits via the body’s natural sweating and waste disposal processes. When beginning your session you are asked to wear cotton clothes of long sleeves and pants, this is a non invasive treatment, therefore you will not be asked to disrobe. Six bands will be placed around your body, as you relax to a warming sensation and calming music. When finished your treatment you may want to have dry clothes as you will be sweating , although the composition of the sweat means it does not smell. You will feel relaxed and energized for hours afterwards. You will love this treatment! P Debi Shandrick is a Certified Aesthetician and the owner of The Skin Care Center at Robert Stevens Face & Body, 536 Route 93 in Sugarloaf. For more information or to make an appointment, call 570-788-SKIN (7546).
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Caring for Problem Skin (Family Features) According to the National Institutes of Health, skin is the largest organ of your body. Skin can be a very delicate thing, and as the outermost layer, it needs to be cared for in order to look and feel its best. Unfortunately, for those who suffer from highly prevalent skin conditions, such as eczema, caring for and maintaining skin can be a daily challenge.
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What is eczema? Eczema is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition characterized by dry, itchy skin and visible skin rash. Over 35 million Americans, both children and adults, suffer from eczema. The prevalence of eczema has increased nearly 400 percent over the past 30 years and is projected to continue to increase due to environmental and other factors such as stress, according to the National Eczema Association. In a healthy state, the external layer of your skin acts as a protective barrier. For eczema sufferers, the skin has a deficiency in the external layer that allows the moisture to escape and causes chronic dryness. When skin is dry and unprotected, irritants can reach the sensitive layers below and cause uncomfortable itch flare-ups. Common triggers There are a number of things that can trigger an eczema flare-up: • Irritants such as synthetic fibers, detergents, perfumes, rough or poor fitting clothing, dust or sand. • Environmental factors such as hot or cold temperatures, humidity, or dry air. • Emotional factors such as anxiety or stress. Tips for managing eczema The National Eczema Association says that daily skin care is essential to help manage eczema. • When bathing, wash in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes. • Use a non-irritating and fragrance-free wash. Do not scrub skin harshly. • Moisturize within 3 minutes after every shower. It helps lock in your skin's natural moisture to help prevent eczema-related dryness. • In addition to your daily skincare routine, try applying a cold compress to soothe your skin. When choosing skincare products, look for gentle, fragrance-free washes and moisturizers specifically designed for people with eczema. Eczema can be stressful and make daily living challenging and uncomfortable. With diligent skin care and good habits, you can help maintain healthy skin and effectively manage symptoms when they do flare up.
Get Fit Together Attending a class with others who are motivated to get fit and have fun will inspire you to keep healthy and try something new every time you come into the Y! Interchangeable Group Fitness Classes are a fun, motivating, and challenging way to fit exercise into your daily routine. A great alternative or compliment to any workout program, these classes are led by highly skilled certified instructors. The Y is proud to offer the community the newest trends in fitness to try including Bellyfit, Lesmills BODYPUMP™, Lesmills RPM™, Piloxing and Yoga. • Bellyfit is the newest WOMEN ONLY class to be offered at the Y. It is an energizing blend of belly dance, Bollywood, Bhangra, and African dance to ethno-infused techno, tribal rhythms, and relaxing ambient tracks. It’s designed to foster the mind-body connection, give a butt-busting cardio workout, sculpt and tone the core, and relax your body through stretching and mindful meditation. • Lesmills BODYPUMP™ is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for and fast! • Lesmills RPM™ is the indoor cycling workout where you ride to the rhythm of powerful
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