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Memorial Day by Marolyn Pensock In the hectic lifestyle which engulfs most of us now- a- days, let us not forget to take time, time to remember our nations veterans of all wars, and all those whom we hold near and dear to our hearts. These can be our moments to remember, whether we can physically travel to the cemetery where our loved ones are buried, no matter if we can decorate their graves with flowers as is the tradition and whisper a silent prayer in our hearts, no matter what, we can celebrate Memorial Day where ever we happen to be. Back on June 28, 1968 when congress changed Memorial Day, May 30th, and three other national holidays, to the last Monday of the month of May and in whatever month our other holidays fell, thereby creating four three day holidays for our country, something was lost and something was gained. Those of us who are old enough to remember when our memorial holiday was celebrated on just one day can each decide as to whether the gain was worth it. The act, the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, created more time for families to be together, for working people to have extra time off and events to take place, for summer to start. The act took effect at the Federal level in 1971. To debate the pros and cons of each type of celebration is not my purpose. At this point I must commend public television for their yearly presentation of the National Memorial Day Concert on the West Lawn of the United States Capital. I truly commend their program to your viewing. Plan to attend this event if you can. Let us not loose sight of the foundation of this holiday. I want to say a few words on the care of our

flag on Memorial Day at this point. On the morning of Memorial Day our nation’s flag is quickly run up to the top of the flagpole and solemnly lowered to the half staff position. Here it remains until the noon hour. It is then raised to the full position for the remainder of the day. The half staff position is in remembrance of all the military men and women who have given their all in the service of our great country. Their memory is raised up at noon by the living, denoting that the service and sacrifice of those killed in battle is remembered, and they did not die in vain.

American Legion Post 76 Firing Squad, May 30, 2010. Pictured in photo from left to right: Frank Brasky, Steve Hischar, Tom Segilia, John Moore, Bill Hines, Milo Fritz, Roman Baran, Pete Notaro. Photo by Chaplian Jay Spare.

For many years Hazleton Post 76 American Legion and the local chapter of the Disabled American Veterans have continued their tradition of recognizing those veterans on Memorial Day by gathering together on the morning of Memorial Day and traveling as a group to each cemetery in the Hazleton area to gun salute those brave dead veterans.

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Our beautiful Hazleton Cemetery sits on a large parcel of land bounded by Vine Street on the east, Locust Street on the west, Maple Street on the south and Diamond Avenue on the north. It is the final resting place of the founder of Hazleton, Ario Pardee and of many other of our early first families of the city. This beautiful park like setting was the location for the Hazleton City observance of Memorial Day for many, many years. After putting my head together with John Probert, Cemetery Superintendent, we came to the conclusion that Memorial Day was observed here from the 1930’s and probably earlier until it dwindled to a small observance around 1990. This is not to say that it isn’t noted today by individuals who stop by to pay their respects. The Soldier’s Circle inside the main entrance has been recently restored by Bruce Fisher, as his Eagle Scout project. He had guidance from Mr. Probert, also help from family members and fellow members of Boy Scout Troop 207, Conyngham, PA. Wallen Graphics contributed a beautiful sign denoting that this Memorial Day 2009. is a Cemetery for Photo by Marolyn Pensock. the Living. Four years ago on the 150th celebration of its’ founding, there were many folks strolling the paths, discovering the graves of loved ones and friends, hearing the unique history of this living place while on the guided tours. Jay Rosenstock of Rosenstock’s Funeral Home, complete with his black bowler, steered the horse drawn hearse around the narrow brick roads, just like his grandfather, Robert Bachman of Bachman Bros. Funeral Home did in the last century. People were dressed in the style of yesteryear. Sal DeFazio, John Probert and their committee did a marvelous job in presenting the living history of this place. The Liberty Band presented a stirring concert at the nearby Trinity Lutheran Church. I hope it is not another 150 years until the next celebration in our Hazleton Cemetery. Before the Soldiers’ Circle was created, a beautiful greenhouse stood in its’ place. We know that it was painted in 1890. Diamond Avenue was bricked around 1919 and it may be that is about the time some of the paths in the cemetery were bricked. The date 1919 is

also recorded on the bricks. Now I know that some of the bricks have been covered over with macadam, but not all of them. There are still quite a lot of the original hard paver bricks in place. There are nineteen Civil War soldiers buried in Soldiers’ Circle and one veteran, John Charles, of the War of 1812 and the Mexican War in the 1840’s. He was a really old man to have fought in both these wars. At this point I would like to ask if anyone reading this article has an old photograph of the greenhouse or maybe your family had a relative who talked about installing the greenhouse in the cemetery. If you have any photographs of long ago scenes taken in the cemetery or newspaper articles that they would like to share, please contact me. There must be a record somewhere of a grand celebration when the Soldiers’ Circle was created. Did you know that many years ago it was a great afternoon treat to picnic in the cemetery, not just in our Vine Street Hazleton Cemetery. This took place in many cemeteries, nationwide. Relatives would gather, spread a tablecloth over the ground and enjoy all the good food in their picnic baskets. They would put flowers, mostly from their gardens on the graves and then picnic with relatives and friends. Everyone tried to bring a dish to share. They all enjoyed dinner on the ground. This is thought by some to be the origin of the potluck suppers. In the last century, the

day of remembrance was often called Decoration Day. I can even remember the older folks calling Memorial Day, Decoration Day when I was a very young girl. My mother would bring out the reed baskets from the cellar each year. They would be filled with garden flowers, or lilacs or mock orange. My Grandfather Howells from Jeddo Boro and I would go in the morning to visit all the family graves in the area cemeteries and then hurry home to dress for the parade and the ceremony in the cemetery on Vine St. People came from far and wide. This was the place to gather to see relatives and old friends after paying respect to our fallen veterans. I don’t know when the tradition of placing flags on all the veterans’ graves in all the cemeteries began, but I do know that it is a beautiful tradition. The veteran posts and some of girl scouts continue placing the flags to this day. My hat is off to them and to anyone of whom I do not know, but who may help in any way. I hope it continues for many years. A good many of the cemeteries have had a service over the years. The schedule was always printed in The Plain Speaker, veterans, high school bands, the clergy, honored speakers of all kinds, ladies auxiliaries, dignitaries participated across our nation to honor or brave dead. General Logan’s Address, In Flanders’ Fields, The Poppies Grow, were recited by many a high school student. Many city may-

ors, councilmen, congressmen, senators and other dignitaries across our nation participated in all the local Memorial Day observances across our broad land. It doesn’t matter who started laying flowers first or where or when, what matters is that we continues to honor our brave fallen servicemen and women now and far into the future. P

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With aftermarket manufacturers offering a wide array of products, expect to see the Ford Mustang continue to be one of the most popular cars for accessorization for years to come.

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Is a hybrid or electric car the vehicle for you? by Thomas R. Buff New cars shoppers can now add an array of models to their shopping lists due to the increasing emergence of battery-electric and hybrid cars. If your heart is not already set on a gasoline or diesel automobile you can help reduce the reliance on petroleum on by considering an automobile powered by electricity. Is a hybrid or an electric power vehicle for you? Has technology come far enough to make a purchase of one of these vehicles economical, efficient, and safe? Will it fit your needs? To understand the choices of non-petroleum based vehicle you need to understand the three basic types that are available. A Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) is designed to work through a combination of an internal combustion engine, batteries, and an electric motor. The vehicle can either be driven with the engine, the electric motor on its own, or both to provide power to move the vehicle. The primary driven power comes from the gasoline engine and the electric motor acts as an auxiliary when the car is at slow speeds or accelerating from a stop. The batteries are charged from a gas engine when the car is running and some models use a regenerative braking system that charges the batteries when the car is braking. There are many models of HEV’s on the market with the Toyota Prius and Lexus being the most popular. There are over six million vehicles on the road today and many car manufactures are offering new models of hybrids to fit every need. Fuel mileage can range from forty to sixty miles

per gallon. Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles or (PHEV’s) are a type of electric vehicle that adds the dimensions of a typical HEV plus allows you to also charge the batteries by plugging the standard vehicle in to a wall outlet. This feature is attractive and allows the vehicle to run some distances without the use of a gasoline engine. A large number of manufactures are offering Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicles and many others are in production. The fuel mileage for a typical PHEV is within the range of a hybrid, but remember that the PHEV can be charged externally, utilizing the electric motor thus adding more mileage driven without the use of gasoline. The Battery Electric Vehicle or (BEV) is a type of electric vehicle that uses chemical energy stored in rechargeable battery packs in place of a petroleum based engine. All of the BEV’s power comes from the battery packs. Because they do not utilize an internal combustion engine there is zero tail pipe emissions. BEV’s are very energy efficient; they convert 59 to 62 percent of the electrical energy from the power grid to power at the wheels. Gasoline engines only convert 17 to 21 percent of the energy to power at then wheels. They are quiet and offer smooth operation. But the driving range on most

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NAPSA)-Look around your home and you'll probably see a few important items you are planning to replace-a tattered chair, those old running shoes, the living room wallpaper. There are also important parts on your vehicle that need to be replaced when they get old-including your shock absorbers and struts. But replacing them is more than just a matter of keeping your vehicle fresh-it can also help keep you and your family safe. "Shocks and struts are hidden behind the wheels, so their condition isn't as easy to see, and drivers tend to miss the gradual loss of steering, stopping and stability that occurs as they wear out," says Carri Irby, brand manager for Monroe shocks and struts manufacturer Tenneco Inc. "So it's important to have the vehicle's ride control system inspected at least once a year and to replace worn shocks and struts at 50,000 miles." (Actual mileage may vary depending on driver ability, vehicle type and driving and road conditions, according to Irby.) Shocks and struts are part of a system of interrelated under-car components known as the "Safety Triangle." Other elements of this system are the tires, brakes and chassis parts, such as ball joints and tie rod ends. When any of these parts is worn, the entire system can be compromised, leading to a loss of steering precision, stopping performance and overall vehicle stability in a variety of driving situations. To reinforce this important safety message, the Monroe brand recently launched an extensive North American marketing campaign titled "Everything Gets Old. Even Your Shocks." The campaign contrasts these vital but often overlooked vehicle components with worn everyday items that most consumers replace on a more frequent basis-shoes, toothbrushes, batteries, and even tires. "It's vital to understand that while you might not be able to see them without getting down on your hands and knees, shocks and struts take an incredible beating and they do get old," said Irby. "Protect your safety by asking your vehicle service provider for a ride control inspection and, if your shocks and struts are worn out, have them replaced."

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Car Buyer Beware (NAPSA)-There are several ways to buy a used car, but whether you choose to buy from a dealer, online or from someone you know, it's always a smart idea to protect yourself. These tips can help: Ask for an independent inspection. Be sure the car has no major problems that you will have to deal with later. Find out if the car was involved in an accident. In the U.S., a car accident occurs every 60 seconds. You need to know when buying a used car that it is safe to drive and will protect you. If the car was in an accident, ask a mechanic to make sure it was fixed properly. To help you make an informed and confident decision, ask for a Carfax Vehicle History Report. These reports reveal prior damage reported to Carfax, such as accidents and subsequent repairs. Pay extra attention if you find a salvage title or air-bag deployment. To get Carfax Reports and learn more, visit www.carfax.com.

Wash away the effects of Rough Weather (NAPSA)-When it's time for spring-cleaning, remember to include your car. Cleaning your vehicle inside and out prevents the buildup of damaging chemicals and dirt, reduces the potential for rust from road salt and helps ensure proper visibility needed for safe driving. How To Clean Your Car To get started, remove any clutter from inside the car, including items that have accumulated in the trunk that can add extra weight and reduce fuel efficiency. The next step is to thoroughly clean and vacuum the interior and wash the windows. When washing the outside, include the tires, wheels, underside and fenders to eliminate any road salt or grime. Wheels and tires should be cleaned with a mitt other than the one used to wash the body. This will avoid contaminating the vehicle's paint with debris from the wheels and tires. Wash in the shade and with a product sold

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Microdermabrasion & Chemical Peels by Debi Shandrick If you are one who is experiencing brownish skin discolorations or dark, splotchy patches at your skin, you may be suffering from what is a common complaint known as skin pigmentation. There are many factors that can instigate skin pigmentation to occur. Two ways to remove those pigmented skin is to undergo Microdermabrasion or Chemical Peels. We will be discussing at home product to treat pigmentation. Most people are able to witness 75% to 100% results after a few weeks of undergoing treatments. Good skin starts at the cellular level, and Microdermabrasion is one of the most popular, time-proven methods of consistent skin care that dramatically improve skin tone and texture...even after just one treatment! Microdermabrasion is used to treat a variety of skin conditions including acne, stretchmarks, age spots, enlarged pores, wrinkles, acne or rosacea, and that’s just the beginning. Simply put: Microdermabrasion is one of the most effective ways to maintain healthy skin

that feels as good as it looks. For those struggling with mild to moderate acne, Microdermabrasion can be a monthly preventative treatment. If you’re noticing premature signs of aging such as skin discoloration and sun damage, Microdermabrasion is a preferred way to gently buff away dry and damaged skin. Or, if you are otherwise happy with the condition of your skin, but are looking for a monthly “refresher,” Microderm offers a winning combination-The rejuvenating benefits of a facial, along with the renewing qualities of a deep facial scrub. A Microdermabrasion treatment involves a “microderm machine” that emits a pressurized stream of crystals on the skin’s surface. The Microderm machine is designed to gently slough off dead skin, eliminate black heads, shrink large pores, and leave skin feeling unbelievably soft and smooth. A Chemical Peel is a safe, commonly used method of treating acne, age spots, brown spots, large pores, fine wrinkles and uneven skin pigmen-

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Female Hormones and Oral Health Effects by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. In last month’s issue, my article had centered around the effects of pregnancy on women’s oral health. Were you aware that women’s oral health is affected in several ways throughout the various stages of female life? Women have specific oral health requirements throughout their phases of life. Female hormonal levels change through puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause which results in altered responses that gums have to plaque. It is during these phases that all women need to be extra meticulous in their daily oral home care including brushing, flossing, and rinsing to prevent decay and periodontal issues. No matter the gender, puberty is a difficult time. The onset of puberty presents a woman with increased hormonal levels which results in sensitive gums that is highly reactive to irritants resulting in puberty gingivitis. In late puberty this response decreases, but during puberty, it is very important to adhere to a strict home care regimen complete with regular dental hygiene visits. In severe cases of puberty gingivitis, antimicrobial mouth rinses, antibiotic therapy, and aggressive periodontal therapy are the treatments of choice. To date, there is no direct correlation between menstruation and gingival changes. Occasionally; however, hormonal imbalances which cause gingival changes may result in menstruation gingivitis. Signs and symptoms of this condition include: classic gingivitis in addition to oral ulcerations. This condition

begins just before menstruation and ceases after it stops. These flare-ups could lead to chronic periodontitis in the long run. Treatments of choice for this condition include scaling, root planning, antimicrobial rinses and more frequent hygiene visits. Oral contraceptives may render patients more susceptible to pregnancy-type gingivitis. With the development of new low-dose oral contraceptives, this is more of an uncommon occurrence. Caution should be used when using oral contraceptives and antibiotics simultaneously as this will result in diminished effects of oral contraceptives. Pregnant patients should, according to the ADA, avoid dental treatment in both the first and third trimesters. In the first trimester, the fetus is most susceptible to environmental influences while premature deliveries are most common in the third trimester. The second trimester is the safest, most stable time for necessary dental treatment. Emergency dental conditions which may affect the fetus must be treated no matter the trimester. Pregnancy gingivitis is not uncommon in the second or third month of pregnancy with the peak being in the eighth month and then decreasing in the ninth month. Gingival overgrowths or “pregnancy tumors” AKA pyogenic granuloma may occur during the second trimester. Typically, these overgrowths shrink away but if surgery is necessary, it will occur after the birth. Only a small percentage of women ex-

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hibit gingival issues such as menopausal gingivostomatitis which includes oral pain with a burning sensation and altered taste. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may also result in pregnancy-like gingivitis. Older women may exhibit medically-induced dry mouth which may contribute to eating and speaking difficulties as well as increased cavities. Osteoporosis and decreased bone density may result in tooth mobility and loss in many mature women. In closing, I cannot stress enough the importance of thorough dental monitoring and care throughout all female phases of hormonal fluctuation. It is very important to inform your dentist and update your medical history on a regular basis including any changes to your health, hormonal changes, and medication updates. Regular, and in some instances, more frequent visits to your dentist during these pivotal phases of your life as well as a more diligent home care regimen are of the upmost importance. Should I be of any assistance, do not hesitate in contacting me directly at (570)4439892. Also, feel free to visit our website at www.toothdocpa.com. P

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Overactive Bladder by Dr. Sheila Hockman, Alliance Medical Group Obstetrics and Gynecology Overactive bladder is a condition that affects more than 33 million people. Women account for 85% of all patients. The condition is a problem with bladder-storage function that causes a sudden urge to urinate. The urge may be difficult to stop, and overactive bladder may lead to the involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). The condition affects people of all ages and can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Signs and symptoms of overactive bladder may mean you: • Feel a sudden urge to urinate that is difficult

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to control • Experience urge incontinence — the involuntary loss of urine immediately following an urgent need to urinate • Urinate frequently, usually eight or more times in 24 hours • Awaken two or more times in the night to urinate (nocturia) Pelvic Floor Dysfunction can result from a variety of situations including childbirth, surgery, poor voiding habits over time, history of neurological conditions, or even unknown causes. These events can cause a miscommunication between the pelvic floor and the part of the brain which controls the urination function resulting in overactive bladder (OAB). Since normal urination involves muscles and nerves, it is important to address both avenues when designing a treatment plan for patients. Medications treat the muscular side of OAB. Adding additional treatment options, such as neuromodulation therapy, will help address the nerve side of OAB creating a more comprehensive treatment approach. One of the latest treatment options is InterStim® Therapy for people who have not had success in relieving their overactive bladder symptoms by conventional medications and treatments. There are a variety of treatments and medications currently available to relieve overactive bladder symptoms in women and to reduce episodes of urge incontinence - which is the involuntary loss of urine

immediately following an urgent need to urinate. There is no cure for OAB, so managing the symptoms often requires multiple approaches. Oral medications have their limitations including side effects, such as constipation and dizziness. InterStim Therapy recently has been added as a recommended third line treatment option for patients experiencing less than optimal results with conventional treatments. Interstim Therapy can restore normal bladder function by stimulating the nerves that communicate signals from the bladder to the brain. Patients can “test-drive” the InterStim Therapy before committing to long-term therapy. A very simple trial test conducted in the physician’s office will determine if this treatment will be effective for them. InterStim Therapy is a proven neuromodulation therapy that targets the communication problem between the brain and the nerves that control the bladder. If those nerves are not communicating correctly, the bladder will not function properly. The system uses an external device during a trial assessment period and an internal device for long-term therapy. Medicare and many other private insurance companies cover InterStim Therapy. If you have suffered in silence with overactive bladder symptoms and would like to learn more about the latest treatment options available to you, including InterStim Therapy, give Dr. Hockman’s office a call today at (570) 501-6450. P

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The benefits of Yoga Inversions provided by Mystic Power Yoga If you’ve ever walked into a practice room and seen a bunch of happy yogis with their feet in the air and their heads on the ground, you might have wondered what they were doing! Inversion poses, or asanas, are poses that involve having your body upside down, and they have long been praised for their healthy affects on the body and mind. Typical inversion asanas are Headstand, Plow, and Shoul-

der Stand. When you enter a pose where your body is upside down, you reverse the effect of gravity on your body. This reversal has been credited at having benefits on the cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, and nervous systems. There is also relief of chronic back pain involved with changing the way that gravity pulls on your spinal cord. There is a wealth of research material available today on the find-

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Why am I still getting pimples? by Stephen Schleicher, MD This the title of a recent article in the New York Times that addresses the fact that a growing number of women in their thirties, forties and even fifties are seeking dermatological treatment for acne. Middle-aged men can experience acne as well but the problem is usually not of the same magnitude as that experienced by the female population. Acne is caused by a number of factors which include bacterial inflammation of pores resulting in the dreaded zit. Bacterial growth is enhanced by excess surface oil (sebum) secreted by glands directly under the skin’s surface. In regard to female baby boomers much of the explanation for flare of acne is related to hormonal changes. The article points out that as women age the levels of estrogen may drop and the level of androgens (the so-called male

hormone) may actually rise. Women who stop taking oral contraceptives may also experience a decrease in estrogen. Diet and stress possibly play a role in worsening acne as well. Cosmetic use was once postulated as the main culprit but nowadays formulations have been clinically tweaked so as not to clog pores. Acne can negatively impact self-image, whether you're a kid or an adult. The good news is that virtually all individuals with acne, including baby boomers, can achieve control over the breakouts. P

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I recently made a guest appearance on WYLN’s Women Today show focused on heart health and came across some surprising facts. Heart disease is the largest cause of death in women by a long way. One in 4 women die due to heart disease compared to one in 30 for breast cancer. In women and men around 50% of the time the first sign of heart disease is death. The biggest risk factors for developing heart disease are smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure, being overweight and being physically inactive. The good news is that all of them can be changed by changing your behavior. The key is to improve your diet, exercise and lose weight which has all been found to reduce these risk factors. Healthy eating can be complicated as there is so much information out there. However if you look at the research on preventing heart disease, some patterns emerge. Put simply try to reduce your intake of sugar and high fructose corn syrup, reduce you intake of omega 6 fats which are high in vegetable oils and packaged foods and reduce you intake of cereal grains including wheat and wheat products. Instead eat more proteins such as meat, eggs and fish, use olive oils, eat nuts (not peanuts), take omega 3 supplements and eat lots of vegetables. Oh yeah eat chocolate too but with > 70% cocoa content. Exercise is also essential. It has been found

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Conquering the challenges of Menopause using Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement by by Lori Ann Gormley, Compounding Pharmacist, Certified Menopause Educator at Hazle Compounding Are you approaching 35, 40, 50 or even 60 years of age? Is your overall quality of life changing? Are daily routines becoming overwhelming and/or difficult to manage? All women will experience menopause at some point in their life. Menopause is officially defined as the absence of menses for one year. Women on average begin natural menopause at age 51. Hysterectomies force some woman directly into the menopause stage. Surgical menopause skips the natural transition of a woman’s body and can often be very difficult to manage. However, it is the portion of a woman’s life called perimenopause that can be the most challenging. Perimenopause can begin anytime between age 35 and 50. Some woman may experience more symptoms in perimenopause than through actual menopause. Perimenopause can be a very brief stage of time directly prior to a woman’s period stopping at menopause. Unfortunately, some woman can suffer through the perimenopausal period for 5 to 15 years! That period of time in a woman’s life can affect a woman and her surroundings in many different ways. Women need to understand their body’s changes and be knowledgeable of the options available for treatment. Symptomatic treatments as well as supportive measures are instrumental in a therapy plan. The compounding experts at Hazle Compounding can help design a treatment plan for each individual woman’s unique needs. Symptoms can occur at any time, either slowly or suddenly. The reason for these symptoms are fluctuating and declining hormone levels. The body’s response to varying hormone levels may be simple for one woman but complex for another. Many symptoms are mild at first and go unnoticed in our busy everyday lives. Women may experience typical symptoms such as irregular cycles, mood swings, insomnia, and fatigue. Hot flashes and night sweats are the most prevalent symptoms affecting approximately 50% of women. Additional symptoms of hormone deficiencies/imbalances include headaches, achy joints, depression, anxiety, foggy thinking, memory loss, weight gain, vaginal dryness, and loss of sexual desire. All of these symptoms are a result of inconsistent levels of estrogen and progesterone, as well as testosterone. Hormones such as DHEA (dehydroepiandosterone) and cortisol can be considered as well. Vitamins and nutritional entities may also be evaluated during therapy. A Menopause Consultation can be an essential tool in determining a woman’s hormonal

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Definition: A reversible narrowing of the large and small airways due to spasm of the bronchial smooth muscle, inflammation of the bronchial mucosa, and production of mucus. Asthmatic attacks are brought on by stress, exercise, viral respiratory infections, and allergens such as pollen, mold, dust and animal danders. One study showed a decrease in Bronchiodialator use by 20% with chiropractic care, and decreased the severity of the reactions by 39%. Even better, after a year follow up, the improvements maintained. References: 1. Bronfort, G: Chronic pediatric asthma and chiropractic spinal manipulation: a prospective clinical series and randomized clinical pilot study, JMPT 2001; 24: 369-77 SYMPTOMS: • Shortness of Breath • Difficulty in Breathing • Weezing • Tightness in Chest • Dry Cough • Itching Sensation in Front of Neck or Chest in Children Chiropractic care works on relieving symptoms and complications associated with Asthma. To see if chiropractic may be able to help you call 570-788-3737 today for a complimentary consultation. P

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The Healthy-Steps Lebed Method Enhances the Lives of Cancer Survivors & People with Chronic Illnesses by Lauren Bard, Physical Therapist Assistant, Greater Hazleton Health & Wellness Center Certified Lebed Method Instructor The Healthy-Steps, Moving You to Better Health with the Lebed Method is an international therapeutic movement program, done to wonderful music, proven to enhance the well-being of those with Cancer or other chronic illnesses. The ground-breaking Healthy-Steps Method helps to alleviate pain and improve overall wellness, range-of-motion, balance, strength and endurance, as well as emotional well-being and self-image. Designed by Sherry Lebed Davis, a breast cancer survivor, and two physician/surgeons, the Healthy-Steps Lebed Method was developed specifically as a simple, gentle, fun and effective exercise program for Cancer survivors or those who have a chronic disorder which makes movement difficult. HealthySteps benefits: • Breast cancer survivors • Survivors of other forms of cancer • Anyone suffering from a chronic disease • Multiple Sclerosis • Arthritis • Fibromyalgia • Parkinson’s disease • Conditions such as a frozen shoulder, which limits your mobility The Healthy-Steps Lebed Method is designed to help you thrive physically and emotionally. Anyone at any age can participate in the Lebed program, from young adults to seniors, regardless of health or ability level. Cancer survivors, particularly breast cancer survivors, sometimes develop a condition called Lymphedema. Lymphedema is a serious condition in which fluid builds up in affected tissues, that can result in swelling, reduced energy, and loss of mobility. If your lymphatic system has been compromised, gentle exercise can help move lymph through and out of the affected area. The Healthy-Steps Lebed Method is unique because it has a 29-year proven track record, and is recognized by the National Lymphedema Foundation and many national cancer organizations. Locally, the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center offers classes using the HealthySteps, Moving

You to Better Health with the Lebed Method. The Healthy-Steps Program is taught by Lebed certified instructors and can provide participants with improved mobility, increased energy and a more positive attitude. The instructors are certified in teaching this program to all abilities and ages. Classes are held Monday mornings 10:00-11:00 AM,

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Beware. Not all hand therapists are certified. A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an occupational therapist or physical therapist who has a minimum of five years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy. In addition, the Certified Hand Therapist has successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation. Because of changes in the profession, every CHT is required to demonstrate continued professional development and competency by recertifying every five years. Physical Therapy Specialists is fortunate to have one of the most skilled certified hand therapist in the region. My partner, Dr. Mary Ann Gimbel, PT, DPT, CHT is recognized as one of the preeminent hand therapist in the state. She has established a comprehen-

sive hand therapy program that specializes in post operative rehabilitation involving, but not limited to, joint replacements, carpal tunnel, DeQuervain’s syndrome, trigger finger releases, traumatic tendon lacerations, ulnar nerve transpositions, burn injuries, wrist and finger fractures. Dr. Gimbel has always asserted, “Quality is measured by results. We have a proven track record of guiding our patients with hand injuries and conditions to maximize motion, strength, and function, and return to work, recreation and daily functional activities.” Our Hand Center is located at our Hometown clinic conveniently on Route 309 south. Dr. Gimbel can be reached for consultation or examination at our Hometown Clinic. Call 668-1889 to make an appointment. P

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Eye on the Ball by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD When people think of sports, they tend to think of the physical aspects and training – speed, accuracy, coordination, and strength. Visual skills are just as important to athletic superiority as the physical ones. The sense of vision is much more than just seeing clearly. When playing sports, these other visual components are in high demand. Dynamic vision is used to see objects clearly while they, or you, are in movement. A person may have 20/20 vision while sitting still, but not while in motion. This is important in sports such as basketball, when you need to see not only the ball moving, but the other players as well. Visual concentration is the ability to block out visual distractions and stay focused on the target. This is important in golf to screen out the spectators or anything moving in the gallery. Eye tracking is how the eyes follow objects. It allows an athlete to react more quickly to changes in the situation. This aids football players in pass completion.

Eye-body coordination is also a very important skill that affects your timing and body control. This is how your body muscles respond to what you see. When boxing, it allows you to duck and block at the appropriate times. Visual memory is the ability to store information that has been seen briefly and then recall it later. This helps soccer goalies estimate where an opposing player may be aiming the ball. Peripheral vision is what you see “out of the corner of your eye”. It allows you to see what is going on without turning your head. This allows hockey players to complete passes to the side and even behind them. Visual reaction time is the speed in which your brain interprets and responds to your opponent’s action. This is important when batting so you don’t swing too late and hit a foul. Depth perception allows you to judge the speed and distance between objects, opponents, and boundary lines. This is especially important in archery and shooting.

Fusion flexibility is being able to keep both eyes working together even under stressful, high speed situations. This skill is what enables NASCAR drivers to safely manage the track. Focusing is how the eyes quickly change fixation from one distance to another. Tennis players need this skill to efficiently return the ball. Whichever sport you participate in, it is apparent that all aspects of vision play a major role. Comprehensive eye examinations can pick up on any potential deficiencies in vision and tracking skills. Your optometrist can design a course of vision exercises or suggest a computer vision therapy system that will enhance these skills. It is just as important to train your eyes, as it is your body, to outperform the other players. P

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The Laurels: May 2013 Laurels 10th Anniversary Where has the time gone?! We cannot believe it has been 10 years since we opened our doors to welcome our new family members. A lot has changed over the years. We built an expansion in 2007, created a garden and pond and welcomed so many new residents and their families. Throughout May and June we will be celebrating this wonderful milestone. We hope you can join us in creating new and exciting memories during our many scheduled events. We would like to thank all our residents, their families and our staff for allowing us to be a part of your lives for the past 10 years.

Memorial Day Picnic ~ May 25th The Laurels 10th Anniversary celebration will kick-off with a Memorial Day Picnic for our residents and family members. All invited will delight in traditional picnic foods such as hot dogs, hamburgers, barbeque chicken and pasta salad. Indoor and outdoor activities will be featured and entertainment will be provided by Tony Angelo and Bobby Seamon beginning at 2pm. As always, we will have 50/50 chances, and beautiful tricky trays. If you would like to donate a tricky tray, please deliver your donation by Friday the 24th. All donations are greatly appreciated! Tricky trays will be chanced off at the

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end of our month-long celebration. We hope you can join us! For more information, please call the office at 570-455-7757. Laurels Craft Fair ~ June 1st The Laurels will be hosting an Anniversary Craft Fair on Saturday, June 1st from 1:004:00pm. An array of vendors will be on hand to display their wonderful products and creations. Some of our vendors include: Silpada, Pink Papaya, Scentsy, homemade jewelry, and scrapbooking items just to name a few. The craft fair is open to the public and light refreshments will be served. If you would like to be a vendor at our event, please contact Jenn at marketing@ laurels-seniorliving.com. Senior Facility Outing ~ June 8th It is always so nice to gather together will all our friends at the annual Senior Facility Outing. Our 3rd annual gathering will be once again be held at the Freeland Community Center; a perfect place with a nice park and comfortable surroundings. We will feature a delicious cookout complete with hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, watermelon, baked beans and homemade cupcakes. And don’t forget our wonderful door prizes! Then we will try our luck at merchandise bingo featuring handmade seasonal wreaths! The day won’t be complete without singing and dancing with one of our favorite entertainers, George Rittenhouse. We hope all our friends from the area facilities will be able to join us, we look forward to seeing everyone on June 8th! Annual Laurels Family Carnival June 15th Our month-long celebration will conclude with a Laurels Carnival from 1:00-4:00pm featuring a traditional carnival atmosphere! We will have a big wheel game, 50/50 chances, kid games, snow cone machine, popcorn machine, hot dogs, cotton candy and more! Entertainment will begin at 2pm with fan favorite, Greg Palmer. We cannot stress enough how lucky we are to have shared our past 10 years with such wonderful residents and family members. We hope you can join us for our special anniversary celebration. For more information about any of our anniversary events, or to schedule a private tour and complementary lunch, please call the office at 570-455-7757. “The Laurels Senior Living Community… ”Where Our Family of Residents Come First!”

Don’t go to a Chiropractor by John Degenhart, DC A woman 42 years old was in a severe car accident. She had severe headaches after the accident, so she went to a neurologist who gave her pain medication. All the diagnostic tests were negative, and she wasn’t feeling any better, so she asked him, “Can I go to my chiropractor?” His response, "Don’t go to a chiropractor”. I wonder why he feels this way? I would never say to a patient “don’t go to a neurologist”. I feel it is the patient’s right to choose to see whatever doctor they feel is best for them. Especially in this instance, when the patient is not getting results from one doctor, they should be pro-active and decide what other doctor they feel what other doctor might be able help them. Well, she wasn’t getting any better, her family doctor’s pills made her dizzy, so she called me. Bravo for her. I took x-rays and located a spinal misalignment at the top of her neck. This would decrease oxygen to her brain slightly, and result in her headaches. I saw her twice a week, I gently twisted her neck, and in

three weeks her headaches stopped and never returned. Consequently, when she kept her appointment a month later to see her neurologist, I told her not to hide the truth from him. So when she reported to him that her headaches were gone after seeing a chiropractor, guess how he responded? Did he say, “That’s great, I’m glad you’re feeling better, my advice was wrong”. No, maybe in a dream world. He responded by saying, “I told you not see a chiropractor, you’re lucky you didn’t have a stroke from his adjustment”. Now I believe in always taking the high road in life. The mind of Christ is to stay humble, positive, and not get angry. So I told her the truth. Independent researchers for years wanted to see if there is any correlation to strokes and a chiropractor twisting a patient’s neck. There was no increased incidence in the general population of people getting strokes (1 in 1.1 million) versus the patients who see chiropractors. A chiropractor knows best when not to twist a patient’s neck who

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a new 5,000-square-foot facility at 1701 E. Broad St. in Hazleton and added state-of-theart technology, expanding the advanced radiation treatment services Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers patients. The new technology, called ExacTrac®, enables doctors to treat tumors with greater accuracy in a painless, noninvasive outpatient procedure known as image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT). In addition to IGRT, Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers external beam radiation therapy (EBRT), 3-D

Tips for Gardening with Arthritis by NovaCare Rehabilitation Gardens bring a lot of joy and life into our homes and hearts. The pain and limitations of arthritis may prevent us from enjoying gardening or the fruits of gardening. Below are a few tips to help you participate in gardening this season. General tips: • Warm up with a 5-10 minute walk • Take frequent breaks • Don’t stay in one position too long • Use larger muscle groups when possible and respect pain • Ask a friend or neighbor for help Use hand tools that have large handles to take the stress off your finer joints. Use a rag to build up handles if they are small. Use a cart with wheels or wagon to carry

tools, plants etc. Many of us want a lot of flowers early in the season and we plant them closer than recommended. If you spread them out in the ground you will have less work - fewer holes to make, fewer plants to plant and it will cost you less. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of arthritis, we at NovaCare Rehabilitation can help reduce your symptoms with an individualized low intensity exercise program along with pain relieving treatments to improve your ability to perform recreational activities such as gardening. Please see our ad for further details and contact information. P

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conformal therapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and brachytherapy. These radiation treatments can be particularly effective in the treatment of prostate cancer, which is among the leading causes of cancer death in American men, second only to lung cancer. Prostate cancer can be treated with surgery, external beam (IMRT/IGRT) radiation therapy or brachytherapy, which is sometimes used in combination with external beam radiation therapy. For men who are unable to undergo surgery due to other health issues or who are seeking an alternative to surgery, the radiation treatments provided by Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offer effective options for patients who can’t or would prefer not to travel long distances for treatment. “Our center offers cancer patients the benefit of staying local to receive treatment,” said Laura Sitch, site manager of Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton. “We can provide the convenience of advanced care close to home without compromising the quality of care patients receive.” When treating prostate cancer with IGRT, the ExacTrac system pinpoints the tumor location with a high-resolution, low-dose X-ray beam and automatically tracks patient movement throughout treatment with an infrared optical tracking system. These tracking capabilities allow radiation doses to be delivered with extreme precision, minimizing radiation exposure to healthy surrounding tissue, thereby reducing potential side effects. Brachytherapy is another alternative to surgical removal of the prostate gland for men with prostate cancer. During this procedure, a physician inserts small radioactive seeds into the prostate gland with needle(s) guided by an ultrasound device. Patients who undergo brachytherapy are usually allowed to return home on the same day. In addition to prostate cancer, radiation treatments can be beneficial for patients diagnosed with lung cancer or breast cancer. The most common cancer diagnosis worldwide, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, while breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in American women. While surgery is a standard treatment for early stage lung and breast cancers, some patients with medically inoperable tumors or those in poor health may necessitate an alternative. For example, lung cancer surgery

involves removing all or part of the patient’s affected lung. However, patients in poor general health or suffering from chronic pulmonary disease like emphysema may not be able to undergo surgery. For patients who aren’t surgical candidates, external beam radiation therapy is typically recommended. Patients treated with EBRT at Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton receive a certain number of daily radiation treatments over a period of six to eight weeks. Treatments are outpatient procedures that usually take about 15 minutes each. IMRT, another type of three-dimensional radiation therapy in which beamlets of varying intensity are aimed at a tumor from different angles, allows doctors to customize the radiation fields delivered to individual patients, resulting in improved targeting when compared to conventional radiation. These treatments, in addition to IGRT and 3-D conformal therapy, are all considered effective options for the treatment of cancers of the prostate, lungs and breast, among others. Medical Director Dr. Chi Tsang, a boardcertified radiation oncologist with more than two decades of experience, has specialized expertise in the treatment of these types of cancers. In addition to Dr. Tsang’s expertise, patients seeking treatment at Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton benefit from an experienced team of specialists, including a radiation oncology nurse, radiation therapists, medical physicist and dosimetrist, each of whom serves an important role in patient care. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, contact Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton at (570) 459-3460 or visit www.cancertreatmentcenterhazleton.com. Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers free, off-street parking, as well as resources and support for patients and their families. P

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Meet Dan by Lisa Marie Halecky Heritage Hill staff members are more than just employees; they are like family to our Residents. Meet Dan Christofic, one of our Heritage Hill "Care Team" members. Dan, a Certified Nursing Assistant and Charge Person has been taking care of Heritage Hill seniors for over 12 years. A Weatherly resident, Dan is a beloved caregiver who has constant

direct contact with the Residents and would not have it any other way. "What I can say about the Residents at Heritage Hill is that they are wonderful," said Dan. "I love hearing their stories of what they have done in their life. They are the real history books, all you have to do is listen." During Dan's busy day he follows physician

orders, distributes medication and takes vital signs, but always has time to listen and respond to Residents' requests. He insures their happiness and well being. "I listen to their needs,” said Dan who also answers call bells and helps whoever asks him. Dan is very dedicated to his position and takes his responsibilities seriously. Resident Nellie Johnson, 95, only has high praise for Dan. "Dan is always willing to help anybody,” she said. “He always has a happy smile for someone. He makes you feel good. You can feel confident that he is always there." Dan is a proud part of the Heritage Hill Care Team because he feels the Residents are well cared for in body, mind and spirit. The feeling is mutual as Residents and fellow staff members appreciate Dan's dedicated contribution. "It is not every day you are fortunate enough to meet someone who has both knowledge and common sense; you then add a compassionate heart who will do anything for anyone, that is how you know you met Dan,” said Heritage Hill Executive Director, Denise M. Langman. If you would like to visit Heritage Hill Senior Community to meet Dan and other members of the Heritage Hill “Care Team”, please stop by or call us at (570) 427-4500. Dan welcomes guests as part of the family! Heritage Hill is located at 800 Sixth Street, Weatherly, and offers residential care and memory care for seniors. P

Many Americans suffer from a difficultto-correct circadian rhythm disorder called Non-24. Anyone with sleep problems should see a doctor. Although there are no FDA-approved treatment options currently available, studies are under way that may provide help and hope. Learn more at www.non-24.com. The Partnership for Healthy Mouths, Healthy Lives, a coalition of dental health organizations and the Ad Council, created the Kids' Healthy Mouths campaign to teach families about easy ways to prevent oral disease. Learn more at www.2min2x.org.

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The American Cancer Society-Greater Hazleton Unit will be offering the following Look Good…Feel Better sessions during May 2013: • Monday, May 6 – Hazleton Cancer Treatment Center, 5:00pm-7:00pm • Monday, May 20 – Hazleton Health and Wellness Center, 1:00pm-3:00pm This free program is for female patients who are currently receiving treatment for a cancer diagnosis. Patients should register for the program by calling 1-800-227-2345 by the Thursday before the scheduled session. Volunteer beauty professionals lead small groups, usually about 6 to 10 women, through practical, hands-on experience. Women learn about makeup, skin care, nail care, and ways to deal with hair loss. Each woman gets a free makeup kit to use during and after the workshop. These trained beauty experts help each patient manage her skin, nail, and hair needs and also help her find ways to feel better about how she looks during treatment. Studies have shown that the appearancerelated effects of cancer treatment can have a significant impact on the lives of patients. Look Good…Feel Better, gives cancer patients the opportunity to see that they can take control of their appearance. After attending a Look Good…Feel Better session, patients are able to approach their disease with greater confidence and self-esteem. The American Cancer Society-Greater Hazleton Unit also has two free wig salons in the Greater Hazleton Area. One is The Premier Salon, Boscov’s, Laurel Mall, Hazleton and the other is The Hair Cellar, 358 East Muir Avenue, Hazleton. If you would like to visit a free wig salon please call 1-800-227-2345 to make an appointment. Look Good…Feel Better is made possible through fundraisers such as the upcoming annual Relay For Life to be held on Friday, May 31st and Saturday, June 1st from 5:00pm to 5:00pm at THE TRACK AT COUGAR PARK located on the Hazleton Area High School Campus on 22nd Street. If you are interested in participating in this community event or to learn more, please call Lenore Koval, Income Development Representative at 570-874-1413 or email her at Lenore. Koval@cancer.org. P

American Cancer Society celebrates Strength of Survivors at 2013 Relay for Life The American Cancer Society would like to extend an invitation to cancer survivors and their caregiver to a FREE celebration reception. On Saturday, June 1st, 2013 at 11AM, the American Cancer Society is hosting the Greater Hazleton Area Relay For Life Cancer Survivors Reception. The reception will take place during our Relay for Life Event at the Track at Cougar Park on the Hazleton Area High School Campus. We will have games, food, entertainment and prizes. We will be offering a complimentary meal to each cancer survivor and his or her guest. A Survivor Lap will follow the reception and there will be chairs available for Survivors unable to take the lap. Being part of the Survivor Lap allows Survivors to celebrate what they have overcome while inspiring and motivating others. “We are very excited about this year’s Cancer Survivors Reception,” said Donna Delehanty, Relay for Life Survivor Chair. “We are looking forward to paying tribute to the tremendous personal journey that cancer survivors have been on. Every survivor is invited, whether they were diagnosed yesterday or 50 years ago.” Relay allows communities to celebrate the lives of those who have survived their personal battle with cancer. For the newly diagnosed, Relay offers an opportunity to meet someone who has survived the same type of cancer. For the cancer patient in treatment, Relay provides an opportunity to share with others. For the long-term survivor, Relay brings a

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Art & Antiques: Great stories from nationwide Appraisal Shows by Dr. Lori I have been serving as America’s Appraiser for many years now. I talk about the objects owned by everyman (and woman), not just high-brow objects only owned by the ultra- wealthy. Many people attend my appraisal events with family heirlooms or flea market finds because they know I will tell them the truth about their value. While my appraisal style is unlike anything you’ve seen in the antiques world or on TV, my audience likes to hear about history of their objects and partake in my rapid fire, funny, educational, and totally unscripted events. Here are some of the stories that I recall from my latest round of touring the country presenting Dr. Lori’s Antiques Appraisal Comedy Show. People bring me their objects to appraise and I don’t make them an offer to purchase the objects since that is an unethical practice for an appraiser. If you are appraising an object, you shouldn’t also want to buy it to make money off of it because if an appraiser is trying to get an object cheaply, that appraiser may not reveal the object’s true value to the owner. Some objects are worth big bucks and other objects have big stories to tell. I present about 150 events every year across the country. Yes, I have loads of frequent flyer miles and friends. This is America’s stories about their old stuff. • Denver, CO: Jeff said he’d rather eat mud than go to a yard sale. Despite the aversion to yard sales, he bought a quilt at a sale recently for $20. I told him that it was an Amish-made Rose of Sharon patterned textile dating from the 1860s was worth $8,500. • Tulsa, OK: I was rendered speechless--a first for me--when I saw an amazing Albrecht Durer print from the 1550s among the objects on my stage for me to appraise. It was a magnificent piece of Renaissance art produced by the artist best known as the “German Leonardo.” The lovely owner told me that it was a gift from her deceased friend who collected old master prints. And, a masterpiece it was--worth $75,000. • St. Louis, MO: Seven year old Corinne wanted me to appraise her cell phone to see if her mother loved her or her nine year old sister more… Truth be told, these sisters both had a better cell phone than I did. • Washington, DC: A gentleman who made it clear that he was not a tea drinker brought me an 18th Century French-made sterling silver samovar produced for the Russian court of Catherine the Great which had been handed down in his family. It was worth $15,000. • Houston, TX: A lawyer named Ray and his wife Robin were having a heated discussion over a beat-up upholstered chair that Ray bought at a yard sale. He wanted to try a new hobby-- furniture re-upholstery--so he stored the chair in their garage in anticipation of starting the project. Robin, fed up with the situation that left her car outside, told him to start the re-upholstery

Dr. Lori presenting an appraisal event project or trash the chair. So, Ray started ripping off the old upholstery only to find two pieces of cardboard inside the back of the chair with a work of art sandwiched in between them. The work of art was brought to me for evaluation in Houston, TX. It was a French Impressionist pastel drawing by Edgar Degas depicting ballet dancers worth $100,000. • Seattle, WA: Mai Lin brought me a French Impressionist watercolor by the artist, Eugene Boudin that her father got in payment of a debt. He ran a dry goods shop in Hong Kong during World War II. The watercolor was left to him in exchange for a payment. The piece was valued at $17,500—there aren’t enough dry goods on earth to make that a fair deal. • Tulsa, OK: As a Connecticut native, I couldn’t resist wearing--with the owner’s permission--a real western sheriff’s badge. A US Marshal’s gold sheriff’s badge from the Oklahoma territory, circa 1906-07 was brought into my event and it was worth $1,000. It’s not too often that you see one of those in New Haven! • Roanoke, VA: I told a nice guy who just wanted to keep an old crock that sat at the top of his grandmother’s staircase that some sentimental objects are worth cash. While he acquired the oversized crock from his late grandmother for sentimental reasons, he thought it was the perfect size for putting his beer on ice. The early 1900s crock featured a cobalt blue flower on the side. The owner nearly fell off my stage when I told him that it was worth $5,000. He said that he was heading home to break the news to his football buddies that they need to chip in for a new beer cooler. • Lancaster, PA: Five-year old Carlie brought me a Lewis and Clark peace medal like those that the Jefferson administration gave to the Native Americans as Lewis and Clark explored the western territories. It was discovered when she was sifting through her grandfather’s button jar. It was worth $5,000. • Akron, OH: An 85 year old woman and her adult daughter brought me one of their family’s many Currier & Ives prints. The daughter wanted me to tell her mother to stop letting perfect strangers into the house to see her prints. Mom promised to stop the dangerous practice after I appraised just one of the original 19th Century

American prints for $18,000. • Baltimore, MD: A US Airways flight attendant named Laura brought an old radio with Disney characters (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs) on it from the 1940s in fair condition to my event. Another one just like it had sold for $11,500 in excellent condition. I told Laura that her Disney radio was worth $6,500. • Louisville, KY: A 30-something year old guy named Paul who could have passed for an NFL linebacker was supporting his grandmother and extended family after grandma’s farm went into foreclosure. He took the weathervane off of the barn and brought it to me to see if it had any value. Paul started to cry when I told him that the 19th Century copper weathervane was worth $15,000 and would help get the family back on their feet again. • Ft. Myers, FL: A woman paid $1 at a yard sale for a drawing of an angel. Little did she know that drawing was sketched by the court artist to King Louis XV in the mid 1750s. Betty brought it to my appraisal event and I told her it was authentic, signed, dated, and worth $40,000. • Lubbock, TX: A collection of rare autographs from the 1930s-50s owned by a man named William that were collected by a policeman who worked near the Polo Grounds in New York city. The officer would just leave a blank autograph book near the locker room exit and when the New York Yankee players and members of the opposing baseball team left the ball field, they would be asked to sign the book. Value of the hundreds of autographs by the likes of Joe DiMaggio, Phil Rizzuto, and others was $5,000. • Omaha, NE: A gentleman had an early 1800s good luck charm that had a provenance linking it to Napoleon Bonaparte. It was a jewel encrusted object in the form of a crystal sphinx that was like the one that the French Emperor was holding in a famous portrait of Napoleon. The owner, a golf pro, traded the talisman for a set of golf clubs. I can safely say that I have been appraising people’s stuff at a rate of approximately 20,000 objects a year for nearly two decades. I have seen it all across America and beyond. And, once a guy from Wisconsin recognized me for TV and came running towards me in the streets of St. Petersburg, Russia holding up his cell phone with a photo of a vase on it for me to appraise. When it comes to art and antiques, the stories are just as fabulous as the people and the objects that accompany them. P Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and awardwinning 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.

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2013 K.O.P.S. 5K Run/5KWalk & Kids Fun Run Benefit Event Saturday, September 21st by Liz Tolan, Event Coordinator/Race Director, K.O.P.S. 2013 Keep Our Police Safe A fun filled and very important event is taking place in Drums, Pa. on September 21st, 2013. The K.O.P.S. Event is a 5K run, a 5K walk, a Kids Fun Run, along with music, live bands, free cookout, K9 and shooting demonstrations by local police, a Craft Show with vendors, and much more. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. and the Kids Run begins at 9:00 a.m. This will be followed by a 5K run/walk starting at 10:00 a.m. and Mystic Power Yoga will do a warmup prior to the start of each race. You can pre-register by visiting: www.keepourpolicesafe.com. The proceeds from this event will benefit four Police Departments: Butler Township, Sugarloaf Township, West Hazleton and Hazleton.

The event is presented by WYLN35 Hazleton who will cover the day live and The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. The Alliance Medical Group will provide a first aid station all day. Our other major sponsors are FNCB who are sponsoring a cute stuffed Ostrich for the first 200 to register for the event. The ostrich (Ozzie the Ostrich) is the signature souvenir which is there to remind us “Don’t bury your head in the sand when it comes to crime!” Kathleen’s Collectibles, Bedrock Gardens, and Harry’s-U-Pull-It are sponsoring the 5K Run, 5K Walk and Kids’ Run. Awards are presented by Degenhart Chiropractic Health Center for the runners and walkers as well as medals for the kids. Our media partners are WYLN35, Panorama Community Magazine, and the Standard

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Speaker. Please consider supporting this event which will benefit four communities in our area and the police who serve us day and night. It would be most appreciated if you would take the time to come out and support them. There are many ways you can help. Join us for this fun filled, family day. Come and Run or Walk the wheel measured 5K course featuring a gently rolling countryside which will be fully supported with drink stations and first aid. Enjoy the music, free cookout and stroll about the grounds and see what local crafters have to offer. Bring the kids to participate in a special run of their own! The event will take place behind the Butler Township Police Department at the Butler Twp. Community Center, 415 W. Butler Drive, Drums PA, rain or shine. We hope to see you there! Please call Liz Tolan at 570-751-4454 or email at ltolan@ wylntv.com with questions. A Registration form can be found on our website: www. keepourpolicesafe.com.

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Local Student contributes to the National Young Scholars Program Giovanni Forte, a 5th grade student from West Hazleton Elementary/Middle School, plans on attending the National Young Scholars Program to be held at Villanova University in Philadelphia this summer. High-achieving Giovanni Forte elementary school students will take part in the National Young Scholars Program which inspires outstanding 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students to explore, invent, learn, and think creatively. Giovanni was recommended to attend by his teacher, Mrs. Bayzick, and was notified by mail of the Program. “The National Young Scholars Program provides students with the opportunity to engage in hands-on interactive learning, while challenging them in an intellectually stimulating environment outside of the regular classroom,” said Dr. Marguerite C. Regan, Dean of Academic Affairs for the Program. At NYSP students choose a specific area of study such as engineering, forensic science, or medicine. In addition to these Discovery Strands, all students participate in a Leadership Strand. Throughout the Program, young scholars engage in challenging coursework, gain a greater sense of independence, and experience a renaissance of learning. The Pro-

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Choir, Hazleton Area School District Honors Jazz Ensemble and Honors Concert Band, and Holy Rosary Church as an instrumentalist, and member of choir and musical productions. Giovanni is the son of Neil and Barbara Ann Forte and has an older brother Neil and a younger sister Aria Maria. He is currently working on fund-raising to cover tuition in order to participate in the Program. Anyone who would like to donate to help Giovanni reach his goal can call 570-401-7376 to speak to the family.

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The Victorian’s “Secret” Language of Fans by Karen Esak, Eckley Miners' Village The origin of hand fans can be traced as far back as 4,000 years ago in Egypt. The fan was seen as a sacred instrument, used in religious ceremonies and as a symbol of royal power. Three thousand year old drawings showing elegant Chinese ladies using fans still exist. The ancient Greeks wrote poems of fans being the “scepters of feminine beauty” and the Romans brought Greek fans back to Rome as object of great value. In the 17th century, China was exporting huge quantities of exotic fans into Europe. The 18th century Georgian fans represented the most exquisite objects d’art, the perfect gift for a lady of good taste. By 1865 the fan was an indispensable fashion accessory for the middle classes, peaking in popularity during the Victorian era. Fashion dictated that all women have a fan and like many other items for women, fans became works of art. The kind of fan a woman owned was based on her social status, ranging from inexpensive street-purchased fans to hand painted, and mother of pearl- or ivoryinlaid fans be speckled with gold and precious jewels. This availability to all, led to an extraordinary snobbery about the fan. In a culture perceived to be as straight-laced as the Victorians, the idea of a secret language that permitted youthful romantic rebellion

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proved to be too delightful to ignore. While the few scholarly books on the Victorian era that claim to trace the language of the fan lack adequate citations, a number of popular guides provide explanations of the “code”. The Dime Lover’s Casket: A Treatise on and Guide to Friendship, Love, Courtship, and Marriage. Embracing, also, a Complete Floral Dictionary; the Language of the Handkerchief; the Language of the Fan; the Language of the Cane; the Language of the Finger Ring; etc . (1870 by Lambouillet Roissi) gives descriptions of the many social codes by which one could signal a potential lover. The author does admit that he cannot verify the extent to which any of these “secret” codes were actually recognized in society, and suggests that those who employed them adapted each to their own needs. The other wonderful pamphlet entitled The Standard Beau Catcher: Containing Flirtations of the Fan, Eye, Glove, Parasol, Cigar, Knife and Fork, Handkerchief, Window Telegraphy, and Language of Flowers (1890) is a wonderful tiny collection, nearly contextless pamphlet which lists the various signals attributed to each accessory and makes it very clear that there is no object too mundane to convey a declaration of love. Although there is little evidence that these fan codes were heavily used and may have been the result of advertising campaigns to

popularize and sell accessories, the codes were referenced by several 2 writers in the 18th and 19th century. But, I will let you be the judge and decide if the “fan flirtation rules” were a way to cope with the restricting social etiquette. Of course, we must remember fan codes could be dangerous; an unconscious fidget, who desired to actually fan herself, could embroil a lady in a totally unintentional feud or marriage proposal. However, the main rule must have been practice, practice, practice for both men and women. I personally believe that this was the first form of texting! • The fan placed near the heart: “You have won my love.” • Resting the fan on the heart: “My love for you is breaking my heart.” • A closed fan touched to the right eye: “When may I be allowed to see you?” • Letting the fan rest on the right cheek: “Yes” • Letting the fan rest on the left cheek: “No” • Fan held over the left ear: “I wish to get rid of you.” • Covering the left ear with an open fan: “I wish to speak with you.” • Fan opened wide: “Wait for me.” • Touching the finger to the tip of the fan: “I wish to speak with you.” • Half-opened fan pressed to the lips: “You may kiss me.” • Resting the fan on her lips: “I don’t trust you.” • Opening and closing the fan rapidly: “You are cruel” • Quickly and impetuously closing the fan: “I’m jealous,” • Drawing the fan through the hand: “I hate you.” • Fanning slowly: “I am married.” • Fanning quickly: “I am engaged.” • Hands clasped together holding an open

fan: “Forgive me.” • Hiding the eyes behind an open fan: “I love you.” • Drawing the fan across the cheek: “I love you.” • Hitting any object: “I’m impatient.” • Dropping the fan: “We will be friends.” • Twirling the fan in the left hand: “We are being watched.” • Twirling the fan in the right hand: “I love another.” • Passing the fan from hand to hand: “I see that you are looking at another woman.” Eckley Miners Village will be holding its annual Victorian Fashion Show on May 25th at the Victorian house at the end of the Village. Queen Victoria’s Court will host the fashion show with their Edwardian Era clothing which includes combinations of lace, adornments, and fabrics. They will present a picture perfect show to the last button on

their dresses, tilting their hats at the correct angles and perfect hair styles. The seating for this event will be limited. Tickets will be sold in advance at the Museum or from the volunteers. Admission is $10 and this includes 3 refreshments of tea and cookies following the show. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to see Queen Victoria’s Court fashion show. Eckley is located just off Route 940 in Luzerne County, 7 miles east of Hazleton and 25 miles south of Wilkes-Bare. For additional information, call (570) 636-2070 or visit our website at www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com. Eckley Miners’ Village is a museum and historic site administered by the Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission. We interpret the lives and losses of the men and women from all across the globe who chose to make the patch towns of Northeast Pennsylvania their homes and anthracite mining their livelihood. P

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Baseball is back! by Rich Lipinski

Graduation Season Every May, colleges across the country hold their graduation ceremonies. Throughout the years our local colleges have sent 100’s of players to professional baseball. This month we will take a look at some of the most famous alumni of Northeast Pennsylvania colleges. Bloomsburg University The Huskies have sent 15 players to professional baseball and 5 reached the majors. John Hummel was the first Husky to make to the majors; he was also a Bloomsburg native. Hummel played 12 years for St Louis, Brooklyn and the Yankees. Danny Litwhiler was born in Ringtown. Litwhiler is the most celebrated Husky, he played 11 years in majors for the John Hummel Phillies, Cardinals, Braves and Reds. He was the head coach for college powers Florida State University and Michigan State. He invented a number of devices including the radar gun to measure pitching speed, a special bottom only bat for batting practice and diamond grit, named Danny Dust for drying wet fields. The baseball field on the campus at Bloomsburg is named in his honor. Matt Kline is a Sugarloaf native, Kline graduated in 2012 and made his professional debut for the Florence Freedom of the Frontier League. In 41 inning Kline posted a 3.29 era with 3 wins and 6 saves. Kline is expected to be with the Freedom when their season opens in May. Matt Kline

Bucknell University The Bison have sent 37 players to professional baseball and 23 have reached the majors. Christy Mathewson was one of the greatest players to ever play. Mathewson won 373 games in his 16 year career. The Factoryville native was into the first class of the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936. Baseball Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis said of Mathewson, Christy "His sense of justice, his Mathewson integrity, and sportsmanship made him far greater than Christy Mathewson the pitcher." He enlisted in the army during World War I. He was accidentally exposed to poison gas during military training. This lung damage eventually killed him at age 45. Every year in August his hometown of Factoryville holds a festival in his honor and the stadium at Bucknell is named after him. Joe Buzas played a few years in the majors, but his greatest contribution was that of a minor league owner. Many credit him for ushering the current golden age of minor league baseball. He specialized in turning around distressed franchises and turning them into viable businesses. He signature franchise was the Reading Phillies. In 1978 he paid $1 for the debt-ridden Reading Phillies and in 1986 sold the team for $1 million. The Reading franchise is the model on which the current boom of minor league baseball is based upon. Matt Daley is the most recent player from Bucknell to play in the majors. He played for the Rockies from 2009-2011.

sional baseball and 6 players to the majors. Hall of Famer Hughie Jennings was born in Pittston PA. The most famous alumnus of a traditional Division II powerhouse, he played for 17 seasons in the majors. He was both a top player and a successful manager. As a player he hit .311 and Hughie frequently led the league Jennings in hit-by-pitch. In a 16-year career as a major league manager, he was most famous for leading the Detroit Tigers during the time of Ty Cobb and Sam Crawford. Honus Wagner said “No one compared with Hughie as a shortstop” Tom Brookens played more games in the majors than any Mansfield alumni. Brookens played 113 games for 1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers. He finished his career in 1990 with Cleveland. For his career he hit 86 homers and stole 86 bases. Penn State University Division I Penn State has produce 107 professional players and 30 major leaguers. Hall Of Famer Monte ward is the most accomplished Nittany Lion. A native of nearby Bellefonte, Ward was a was a 19th Century star pitcher, shortstop, manager, general manager, and attorney. As an attorney, he was involved in some of the legal controversies of the time. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Committee on Baseball Veterans in 1964. Most recently Nate Bump from Towanda, played for the 2003 World Champion Marlins and finished his career in 2011 with the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs. Currently Dave Aardsma is currently trying to comeback for a major injury in the Marlins farm system. Before his injury his was a premier closer with Mariners in 2009 and 2010.

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Other Colleges Pros MLB Last Player 7 3 Joel Bennett (2007) 1 0 James Kobi (Pittston PA) 3 2 Dick Smith (1955)

Other Colleges (cont.) Player Pros MLB Last Player Lycoming 4 1 Milt Graft (1958) Susquehanna 7 3 Bob Clark (1921) Scranton University 10 1 Joe Ostrowski (1953) Wilkes Univesity 8 1 Kevin Grybowski (2008) This is a complete list as we can compile, if anybody has any omitted information please contacted us at hardcoalbaseball@yahoo.com Baseball is Back Baseball returned to Northeast Pennsylvania with the opening of the newly renovated PNC Field in Moosic. In the opener the Railriders fell to Pawtucket Red Sox 8-4 in front of 8,443 fans. The loss couldn’t dampen the historic atmosphere were fans were treat to a red carpet experience when entering the ball park and highlighted by Hall Of famer Reggie Jackson throwing out the first pitch.

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Calendar of Events May/June 2013 May 2 AFSCME Retirees Sub-Chapter 8701 will meet on Thursday, May 2 at Perkin's Restaurant, Route 93 in Sugarloaf Township. Lunch is at noon followed by the meeting at 1pm. On the agenda will be a discussion on upcoming picnic schedule in August. New members are welcome.

$5.00 per person. To register call the Luzerne County Extension at 1-888-825-1701 or email LuzerneExt@psu.edu. May 9 Annual Community Ascension Day Service, Thursday, May 9 at 10am at the historical Old White Church, Brandonville Road in Ringtown. Following the service you are invited to St. John’s Lutheran Church 106 West Main Street in Ringtown for a potluck fellowship. Please bring a “covered dish” for the sharing table. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Charles Grube of Dallas, PA.

May 4 "Run for the Son" Meeting, Saturday, May 4 at Bonanza in Hazleton on Route 93, across from the Laurel Mall in Hazleton. The Ride is Free! Registration is 9:00 am. Donations accepted. All Street Legal Bikes welcome! At the end of the ride stay and enjoy some free food and non-alcoholic May 15 beverages. For more information, call Rocky De- Penn State Extension Master Gardener Roseann Nardone will present Popular Gardening QuesMelfi 570-708-2080. tions at 1pm on Wednesday, May 15th at Good American Legion Post 360 Ladies Auxiliary Ha- Shepherd Church, Route 309, Drums. The waiian Luncheon, Saturday, May 4 at the Post gardening questions frequently asked of Master Home, 360 Veterans Lane in Weatherly. Menu: Gardeners will most likely reflect your own conHam, Chicken, Pineapple Sauce, Mashed Pota- cerns. Roseann will provide the answers you need toes & Gravy, Corn, Green Beans, Applesauce, to garden successfully. There is a fee of $5.00 Rolls & Butter, Hawaiian Wedding Cake and per person. To register call the Luzerne County Beverages. There will be two seatings: 12pm and Extension at 1-888-825-1701 or email Luzern3pm. Live entertainment and door prizes, too. eExt@psu.edu. Tickets are required: Adults $9.00, Children 10 yrs. And under $5.00. For tickets and info, call May 18 Joan Drasher @ 570-427-2587 or Georgeann Shenandoah Kielbasi Festival, Saturday, May 18. Sponsored by the revitalization group DownHerling @ 570-427-4890. town Shenandoah Inc. The event will be held Gear Grinders Hot Rod Association Annual in the first two blocks of North Main Street and Charity Cruise-In, Saturday, May 4, from 2 at American Legion Memorial Garden in the to 6pm at Advance Auto Parts in the Cressona 100 block of North Main. The community’s Mall. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit three so-called Big 3 Kielbasi Kings—Capital the Hillside S.P.C.A. Come out and support the Food Market, Kowalonek’s Kielbasy and Lucky’s shelter. DJ entertainment. Door prizes will be Deli—will again participate as will Ateeco Inc., awarded to participants. A $3.00 entry fee for Shenandoah, manufacturer of Mrs. T’s Pierogies. vehicles. Rain or shine. For further information, An array of food, beverage and trinket vendors please contact Gary at 570-366-1958 or Joe at will line both sides of the street and performers 570-544-3247. will include the Shenandoah All-Star Polka Band. The homemade kielbasi contest, for private kielMay 5 basi makers, will once again the a feature. For A Family Fun Fishing Event will be held on Sun- more information about the fest or homemade day, May 5 at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park. kielbasi contest, or to obtain a vendor site, call the Mark your calendars now to avoid missing a DSI office, 116 N. Main Street in Shenandoah great new annual activity for the entire family. at 570-462-2060, email dsi@downtownshenanThe event is being coordinated by the Schuylkill doahinc.com or stop at the office during business County Sportsmen’s Advisory Board (SAB) to hours. the Schuylkill County Commissioners. John S. Clarke PTO Chinese Auction, Saturday, May 18 from 9am to 3pm at John S. Clarke May 8 Penn State Extension Master Gardener Jean Elementary School in Pottsville. Join us for our Kolojejchick will present Master Gardeners Tips browse and bid nights on Thursday, May 16 & Tricks: Spring and Summer Edition at 1pm from 5 to 8pm and Friday, May 17 from 4 to on Wednesday, May 8th, at the West Side Annex, 8pm. Many great baskets to bid on as well as big Forty Fort. Learn some of the techniques used by ticket items such as a TV, Kindle Fire, Bicycle, Master Gardeners to save time and energy while etc. All proceeds benefit the John S. Clarke PTO. providing care for their plants. There is a fee of continued on page 58

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by Carl Simchena Andrews Sisters. One of these tunes was the famous “Beer Barrel Polka.” Jolly Jack Robel died in 1968 and was inducted into the International Polka Association Hall of Fame in 1987. While I am now doing the polka show on WAZL in Hazleton, it is great to know that a talent like Jolly Joe Robel was one of my predecessors. The information relating to the history of Jolly Jack Robel was obtained from the website—Jose Fritz: Arcane Radio Trivia—and, also, the International Polka Association. Just a reminder, the Polskie Swingmasters will be making two appearances in May at the Dupont VFW in Dupont, PA. We will be there on Sunday, May 12 and, again, on Sunday May 26. We hope you can join us for the mirth and merriment. Both dances will start at 2:00 p.m. 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. Finally, be sure to tune into the “Polka Connection” every Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. on 1490 WAZL. It’s the coolest polka show on the radio. Call in on the “Polka Connection Request Line”, 5 7 0 - 5 0 1 - WA Z L . You can also listen on line by going to wazlam.com. P

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This month, we will be looking at a slice of polka music history and a polka musician who was popular back in the 1930’s and 1940’s. His name was Jolly Jack Robel. This polka “hall of famer” had ties to the Hazle- Jolly Jack Robel ton area. Jolly Jack Robel was born in Austria on February 14, 1903. His parents, John and Mary, were Austrian immigrants of Slovak descent. The Robels came to America and settled in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. As he grew older, Jolly Jack became interested in music and took his first music lessons on the clarinet from the great Tommy Dorsey, Sr. He later performed with the famous Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey. Jolly Jack Robel was an artist who pushed polka music toward a more popular and less ethnic audience. His works favored dance rhythms and full orchestras. It was a new and truly American style of polka. This is quite understandable considering that while he was born in the Ukraine, he learned clarinet from Tommy Dorsey, an American swing legend. The nickname, Jolly Jack, was coined on the bandstand by Tommy Dorsey. Once, Tommy engaged in a friendly scuffle with Robel and almost shoved Jolly Jack’s clarinet down his throat. Instead of getting angry, Jack laughed it off. "What a jolly fellow Jack is", Dorsey remarked ... and it was Jolly Jack from that point on. Jolly Jack Robel had many talents. He sang, conducted, played clarinet, bass, violin and harmonica. He also had his own 12-piece orchestra and did a radio program on Hazleton’s 1490 WAZL and another on WPAM in Pottsville. In the early 1930’s, Jolly Jack recorded on Columbia, Brunswick, Vocation and Decca Records. In 1936, he first introduced the "Beer Barrel Polka" and recorded it on Decca Records. In six months the record edged into the big time. It racked up $780,000 in sales. Later, he came back with "Let's Roll Out the Barrel Once Again". Over his career, Robel did about 40 LPs for Decca. Jolly Jack sold some of his songs to the

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Mount Carmel Borough Police Community Day, Saturday, May 18 from 10am to 3pm at Mount Carmel Town Park, Market and E. 3rd Streets (rain date: May 25th). Police demonstrations & displays, K-9 demo, free child fingerprinting and giveaways (while supplies last), safety information and seminars, area police vehicles on display, community Shred-A-Thon (residential shredding from 11 AM to 1 PM), military displays & rock climbing wall, police memorial service, food and much more! Watch for our Schedule of Events. For more information or to register a vehicle, contact 610-8427348 or email MCPDFans@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook: Mount Carmel Borough Police Community Day 2013. May 18 & 19 Jim Thorpe Birthday Weekend, Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19. A tribute to our town’s namesake in the form of a birthday party complete with cake and singing! Also Native American ceremonies and exhibits, vendors, music, crafters, food and so much more! May 19 Weatherly High School Senior Parents “Poker Run” Funraiser, Sunday, May 19 at Citizens' Fire Co. Social Hall, 107 Spring Street in Weatherly. Registration from 10am to noon. Cost: $10.00 per driver or bike and $5.00 per passenger. DJ Music from 4 to 9pm. Refreshments included in price. Tricky Trays, Trophies for Peoples' Choice for Bike and Car along with Poker Winners.

Proceeds to benefit the WHS Senior All Night Party. May 23 Kickoff of Berwick”s Summer Concert Series, Thursday, May 23 from 5 to 9pm. Kick-off the Berwick Summer Concert Series! Self-guided tours of the Jackson Mansion, local bands, food and a display of works from the Susquehanna River Arts artists. For more information visit the Berwick Borough office, 344 North Market Street in Berwick, call 570-752-2723 or see our website at www.berwickborough.org. May 27 Orwigsburg Memorial Day Parade, Monday, May 27 in downtown Orwigsburg. Parade starts at 8am with ceremony to immediately follow at the M&T Bank Lot. Sponsored by: The VFW and Bicentennial Committee.Everyone comes home to participate in Orwigsburg’s annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony and our bicentennial year will be no different! The parade will feature all of our favorites, such as our Firefighters and Little Leaguers, but will also feature entries from around the region and the state. June 1 Community Yard Sale, Saturday, June 1 from 9am to 5pm at Hazle Township Community Park. Register for a table and buy, sell or trade items with others in the community. For a table or more information, call 570-497-0395. Event organized by Shaskya Castillo and Mazimo Almanzer.

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Memorial Day has become the unofficial start of the summer season. For those of you devoted grillers, this is not something new, but rather a new twist on grilling. Start with a great new recipe such as kabobs and use different types of meats then you would normally use, and marinate when you can as it will make your grilled meats extra tender and juicy. You can use fish as well and try something new, you never know your family might really enjoy it! I have included some special grilling recipes for you to try, but remember not only is May a special month to celebrate Memorial Day, we also pay tribute to our Mother’s on their special day. Whether we're moms, daughters, grandmothers, or all of the above, Mother's Day holds a special place in our hearts. Sure, birthdays are a chance to show our appreciation, but Mother's Day is something different altogether. It's about loving mom for mothering us. It's about loving mom for disciplining us, pushing us, and loving us. It's about loving your children because they are yours. It's about celebrating the very idea of motherhood. In honor of that, I have a special recipe for you to try to make Mother’s Day special in your house! Memorial Day is a National Holiday proclaimed by Congress in 1971 to ensure a three day weekend for federal holidays. Some southern states to this day have an additional separate day for honoring their Confederate War dead, however it is a day for remembrance for those who have died in our Nation’s service...a day for reconciliation and not division. It is about coming together to honor those who gave their all, the ultimate sacrifice for their country....there lives. P Barbeque Spare Ribs (pictured above) Ingredients: 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 4 and a half pounds) 1 ½ teaspoons pepper 2 ½ cups barbeque sauce ¾ cup cherry preserves 1 T. Dijon mustard 1 garlic clove, minced Directions: Cut ribs in service size pieces, sprinkle with pepper. Place in a 5 or 6 quart slow cooker. Combine the remaining ingredients and pour over ribs. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or until the meat is tender. Serve with sauce. Yields 5 servings. Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp Ingredients: 12 jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined and butterflied 6 T. extra virgin olive oil 4 T. fresh chopped rosemary 2 T. sliced garlic cloves ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes

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We can all be affected by distracted driving! by Stephen A. Seach, Esq. All too often, we at The Seach Law Offices see victims of distracted driving. Drivers we have sued have been drunk, intoxicated by prescription drugs, texting, or playing with a dog in the car. Distracted drivers have killed innocent people, disabled bread-winners from working and supporting their families, necessitated trauma and other medical bills greater than insurance even pays for, and caused grief and suffering. We work hard for victims of distracted driving and are pleased to be able to help them in their recoveries. We are proud of our ability to help people who have been hurt through no fault of their own. We would prefer if these folks had not been injured in the first place. Just recently, I spoke to the Senior Class of the Hazleton Area High School about distracted driving. The students

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Master Gardener: Sedum—A Plant for Problem Places by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener Looking for a low maintenance plant for a sunny location? Sedum (also known as stonecrop) may be just the choice. A succulent, it prefers a well-drained soil and requires watering only in drought conditions. It will thrive in soil less hospitable to many other plants, so it is great for problem areas. Although it prefers sun, it will tolerate some shade. It is hardy in zones 3 to 10, and will tolerate a range of soil pH . Sedum comes in a variety of sizes, ranging from ground covers of 2 to 4 inches to tall showy flowers reaching 18 to 24 inches. All have thick, fleshy leaves and colorful blossoms. Low-growing varieties such as golden stonecrop (Sedum acre) and white stonecrop (S. album) fill voids and creep over stones, making them popular for rock gardens. Sedum Spurium is a low-growing variety that does well in highly stressful sites, such as those found in urban areas with lots of reflective concrete and poor, thin soils. Its flowers are usually yellow, pink or white and bloom in June and July. It is somewhat invasive when conditions are favorable to its growth. Tall sedums with their attractive foliage and large clusters of five-petaled, star-like flowers are good additions to perennial beds. Colors include red, pink, gold, yellow and white. Some of the tall varieties have attractive bluish or red or rededged leaves. Sedums bloom from summer into

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Brand New App A brand-new app that allows fans to interact with the game day experience at CocaCola Park in a fun and unique way is now available for iPhone and Android users. The IronPigs Boomaphone app is free for a limited time by searching for "IronPigs" in either the App Store or the Google Market. The new app has been completely reinvented for 2013 and now serves as the ultimate game day companion for all fans attending IronPigs games at Coca-Cola Park. The app features sections, each tailored to a different part of the fan experience New Food Two brand-new food areas, the "Sooeey'te Spot" Frozen Yogurt Bar and the "Boar-rito" Mexican stand have been added to Coca-Cola Park's vast food offerings, highlighting the new and improved ballpark menu for 2013. Other brand-new offerings include the Dietz & Watson "Brew & Brats Platz" Grill featur-

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The Legacy of the Anthracite Region: Part Two by Larry Ksanznak There were many outstanding basketball players in the Anthracite League. Just to name a few there were Feingold, Mischissen, Fox, Breslin, Citro, Brennan, Kostick, Sabel, LaPorte (MMI), Flood, Moye, Olexa, McGeehin, Farley, Hoffman, Walko, Kostic, Polichin, Marinko (St Gabriels), Keyock, Gallagher, Kimmel, Timko. Yemola (Foster Township) Trella, Friendly, Reba, Sashko, Felock, Miga, Wisgo, Winslow, Perry, Patton, (McAdoo), Vetashick, Warnitsky, Sunder, Yemola, Kovatch (Hazle Township) Karpowich, Maso, Zedalis, Barna, Deitos, Yesilonis, Watahovich, Rachilla, (Freeland) McGlynn, Hervath, Supon, Lindemuth and Magill (Rock Glen), Ron Mrozinski, (White Haven), Tom Landers, (St. Ann’s) Frank Puschauver, “Butch” Schneider, Horinko, Lapinski, Podlesny, Smith, Marshall, Probert, Callen, Yosh Grobleny, “Stork” Gillis, (West Hazleton). This is just a partial list of some of the outstanding players to represent their schools in the Anthracite League. Mike Warnitsky, Charlie Podlesny, Stan Trella and Bob Probert were All Regional Award winners in football, basketball and baseball. Mike Warnitsky, Hazle Township High, was the first winner of the Scotti Roman Award to the Outstanding Hazleton Area Athlete. The second winner of this coveted award was Charlie Podlesny of West Hazleton High School. Mike Warnitsky was recently inducted into the Hazleton Area Sports Hall of Fame. The Hazleton Lions Club sponsored a “Dream” Game between the “Mountaineers” and the “Anthracites” at the end of the 1948, regular basketball season. It was a featured doubleheader at Hazleton High gym with Lafayette College Freshman vs. Hazleton Penn State Center in the second game. The “Mountaineers” players were Danny Dura, Billy Foose, Ed Havrilla, Sonny Hyde, Nick Ledger, Billy McGill, Ron Mrozinski, Paul Nensteil, Vince Osadchy, Dick Poncheri, Bob Shenyo, Jackie Sipple, Devan Ulshafer, Charlie Weaver, Paul West and John Widitz. The “Mountaineers” were represented by players attending Hazleton High, Sheppton High, Nuremberg High, Weatherly High, White Haven High, and Rock Glen High. The players for the “Anthracites” were Murray Feingold, Jack Flood, John Keyock, Art Kimmel, Ray Kostick, Larry Ksanznak, Larry Maso, Steve Mischissen, Billy Rachilla, Len Sabel, Pete Sashko, George Timko, Stan Trella, Hen Vetashick and Joe Yemola. The coach for the “Mountaineers” was Father Joseph Baran, Sheppton High School. The coach for the “Anthracites” was Johnny Zoshak, Foster Township High School.

There were a myriad of outstanding Anthracite League Basketball Championship teams. It would be impossible to list them all so I have selected a few as representative of these championship teams. The 1946-1947 St. Gabriel GMen Anthracite League champions coached by Mr. Ned Dougherty. The players were Richard Moore, John Flood, Jerry Moye, Patrick Dwyer, Robert Gallagher, James Gallagher, John Farley, John Marinko, Howard Fowler, John Cauley and James Kostic. In one of these games, Jerry Moye scored a record 47 pts. One of the most successful teams to represent the Anthracite area was the McAdoo High School 1945 Class B State Champions. The coach was Sammy Boyle and the players were Mickey Felock, Jack Patton, John Bielen, Albert Reba, Charles Edwards, Frank Nicholas, John O’Donnell, John Bilock, Joe Albano, William Winslow and Frank Vocolla. McAdoo was led by Mickey Felock who scored 38 points in one game to set a PIAA record. The Hazle Township High School team of 1937 won the Mt. League Championship. The coaches were Vinnie Boyle, “Lefty’ Ferdinand and Peter Dougherty. The players included Water Polanski (Who would later be known as Jack Palance the Academy Award Actor), Thomas Dougherty, Ed McElevaine, Captain Lester DeBelle, Stanley Baeon, John Brens, Walter Sock, George Uresevitch, John Sergent and Joe Fisher. In preparing this article I talked with many former Anthracite area athletes. They all emphasized the important role their high school coaches played in the development and refinement of their skills and talents. We all agreed there were many gifted, talented and dedicated coaches in our high school sports programs. A partial list of area coaches would include: Red Rothacker, Yosh Grobelney, Bill Radzwich, Vic Weiss, Gassy Horn, Jerry Gallagher, Boyd Kenvin, Howard Hontz, Charlie McGeehan, Vince Boyle, Herb Rathey, Johnny Zoshak, Chippy Kender, Father Joseph Baran, George Platukis, Jack Gallagher, Bob Fulton, Cy Fulton Jerry Anderson, Tony Antinozzi, Ned Dougherty, Jack Cryan, Sammy Boyle, Pete Deitz, Bob McGeehan, Joe Czutno, Father Hughes, “Rip” Collins, Ron Gatski, Russ Bubeck, Harold Woelfel, Bob Ritz, “Bully” Christina, John Seaman and Al Goedecki. Unfortunately, sports for women were limited in the early years of the Anthracite League. Two of the competitive sports were swimming and basketball. The girl’s basketball featured six players on the court. However, the players could not advance the basketball beyond half court. Therefore, there were three offensive and three defensive players on each half of the court. The

1947 Girls’ Basketball team at West Hazleton High School was coached by Julius A. Schneider the players were Jean Schneider, Blanche Purcell, Mary Gallagher, Marie Wendel, Natalie Mace, Wilma Welsh, Mary Witkowski, Patsy Kringe, Clara Stelmack, Dorothy Sonderschafer, Jean Reese and Captain Lydia Olechnowicz. From the HHS JANUS 1949..“Splash! And the mermaids hit the water every Monday at 3:30 you’ll find the female swimmers of HHS gathered together for a meeting of the Swimming Club. Highlighting the events of the year was the annual Water Follies, under the direction of Miss Jeanne Feeley.” The officers of the Swimming Club were Mimi Wilmont, Mary Ellen Wagner, Joan Ward, Nancy Krapf, Patti Price and Joan Bordner. After many wise and visionary local, state and federal decisions, girls were provided with equal opportunity to play competitive sports. It was a welcome move and opened the window of athletic opportunities for countless talented and gifted female athletes. During the recent years these our some of the women athletes to be inducted into the Greater Hazleton Area Sports Hall of Fame: Terry Kringe, Beth Sharkey, Kelli Hunt, Debbie Kaschak, Kathy Nemshick, Joy Gallagher, Amanda Makarewicz, Marianne Fidishin, Susan Sernak, Shelly Ritz, Michelle Sharp, Christine Koren, Michelle Citro, Amy Sundt, Peggy McAndrews, Fran Metz, and Theresa Lorenzo. The three support groups for all the teams in the Anthracite League were the Marching Bands, Cheerleaders and School Spirit Clubs. The cheerleaders have always been one of the most enthusiastic of the support groups. In 1934 at WHHS, there were seven male and six female members. The male cheerleaders demonstrated a high level of gymnastic routines including Joe Ksanznak doing a somersault over ten knelling cheerleaders. The squad included Quinn, Buchert, Mariata, Ksanznak, Greencavage, Niemynski, Schegan, Baker, Duffy, Sipple, Hill and Smith. We were truly blessed in West Hazleton by having a very gifted and talented support group. Now before you close your yearbook close your eyes and try to visualize a life that you enjoyed by attending a high school in the Anthracite Area. We were all proud of our high schools, student body and teachers. We knew the teachers cared about who and what we were and encouraged us to be the best we could be. We were in the right place at the right time in the history of the “Amazing Anthracite Region.” If you have any questions or comments about this article, please contact me at lrknek@optonline.net. P

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