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Food Simple-to-prepare breakfast dishes will give you more time to visit with holiday guests. PAGE 6
Travel Ken Brooks reviews his most recent vacation cruise — ‘a perfect trip.’ PAGE 5
History Stan Brown features Chevelon Creek in this week’s installment of Rim Country Places. PAGE 7
Giving Need is great in the Rim Country. Be a Christmas angel and give to one or more charities. PAGE 2
Health Dr. Donohue talks about the dangers of thin air found at high altitudes. PAGE 16
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THIS WEEK’S REVIEW
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Welcome to The Rim Review. The cover story this week is about the 23rd Annual Payson Choral Society Christmas Concert. There will be a 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. performance, Saturday, Dec. 15 at the Payson High School Auditorium. Read about the group’s history and learn about the highlights planned for the programs. Elsewhere we are starting a two-part
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column from Ken Brooks. He recently returned from an extended cruise that will have your sea legs itching. Stan Brown continues the story of Rim Country Places with a story about the remote and beautiful Chevelon Canyon Lake. To help get you ready for holiday guests coming for an overnight visit or long weekend, we offer several breakfast recipes to make that first meal of the day, or a
leisurely brunch, special. Andy McKinney raves about the “Life of Pi,” but didn’t like “Killing Them Softly.” Here and on Page 3 are listings of other events planned around the Rim Country for the holidays and how you can make them happier for the less fortunate. Thanks for reading. Teresa McQuerrey, editor
Trim a tag from a tree and be an angel Help children with Angel Tree
The pre-kindergarten children of Community Presbyterian Child Learning Center are helping the less fortunate children of Payson this Christmas season. Come support them with their Angel Tree community service project at the Community Presbyterian Church, 800 W Main St.
Music programs are planned at Rim Country schools in the coming days. Whether or not you have someone in school, a holiday program presented by the community’s young people is always entertaining. • Thursday, Dec. 13 - Rim Country Middle School Fall Band Concert. All RCMS bands and choral groups will perform in the Payson High School Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. For questions, call the RCMS office at (928) 474-4511 • Monday, Dec. 17 - Payson High School Winter Concert, 6:30 p.m. in the PHS Auditorium. For questions, call the PHS office at (928) 474-2233. • Tuesday, Dec. 18 - Payson Elementary School Winter Concert. The concert will have two seatings, one from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. and the other from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Each performance will feature K-2 grades, but each seating will have different classes. Seating will be limited and on a first come first served basis. For questions, call the PES office at (928) 474-5882. • Wednesday, Dec. 19 - PineStrawberry Holiday concert and play. The pre-school through eighth grade classes will present a play and choral concert in the Pine-Strawberry gym at 6:30 p.m. For more questions, call (928) 476-3283.
Adopt a Senior Christmas Angel
Local residents and businesses may help less fortunate seniors in the community by stopping by any Edward Jones branch office during regular business hours to select a “Senior Angel” now through Friday, Dec. 14. Shop for your selected senior and then drop off the gifts, which Edward Jones staff will deliver to Payson/Pine area seniors in need. Branch locations are: 411 S. Beeline Highway, Ste. B, and 113 W. Main St. in Payson and 4010 N. Highway 87 in Pine. Christmas for youth in need
Help is needed to provide a happy holiday for the growing number of displaced and disadvantaged youth in the Rim Country A number of area organizations are uniting to help meet this need for at least 140 youngsters. So far the group includes: Rim Country Optimist Club, Noon Rotary Club, Modified Motorcycle Association, Vita Mart, Rebecca Acord (Angel’s Home Care), Edward Jones, PADS, and Allic Bales (community advocate) who is providing information of what is needed. Anyone who would like to join the group is welcome. There will be gatherings Saturday, Dec. 15 and Sunday, Dec. 16 to sort and wrap presents. Items not received will have to be purchased around that same time. The party for the kids is Saturday, Dec. 22 at the Senior Center. For more information contact Joan Young, Rim Country Optimist Club, P.O.
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The angels on area “Angel Trees” may not be quite this elaborate, but the act of adopting those listed on the gift tags is an angelic thing to do for the holidays.
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Help make the holiday happy for the animals at the Humane Society of Central Ari-
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COVER The Payson Choral Society will perform its annual Christmas concert at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 15 at the PHS Auditorium.
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Getaway AROUND THE RIM COUNTRY Salvation Army bell ringers needed Salvation Army holiday bell ringer volunteers are needed for two-hour shifts every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Walmart, Safeway, Bashas’ and Walgreens. The funds raised from the kettles, including checks, all stay in Payson to help those in need. To volunteer, please call John Morgan, (928) 4748454. Mid-week Advent Services Shepherd of The Pines Lutheran Church Midweek Advent Services will be held at Shepherd of The Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, Payson, in preparation for the birth of Jesus. Services will be held at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 12 and 19. For more information, call Pastor Steve DeSanto, (928) 474-5440 Rock of Ages Evangelical Lutheran Church Rock of Ages Evangelical Lutheran Church welcomes the public to attend its “Advent - The Coming of Jesus!” at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 12 and 19. Rock of Ages Lutheran Church is at 204 W. Airport Road, Payson. Library events The Payson Public Library will have two threeweek programs for children in December. The Count Down to the Holidays program is for ages 5 to 11 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 13 and 20. The program will include puppet shows, stories, songs, games, crafts, food and prizes. Sign up in the Children’s Room or call (928) 4749260. The program is limited to 25 children. The Tiny Tots Christmas Program is for ages 2 to 5 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 14 and 21. The program will include puppet shows, stories, songs, games, crafts, food and prizes. Sign up in the Children’s Room or call (928) 4749260. The program is limited to 25 children. Movies at the Senior Center Enjoy a Movie & Muffin at the Payson Senior Center at 9:15 a.m. every Friday in December. The schedule includes: It’s a Wonderful Life on Dec. 14, A Christmas Story on Dec. 21 and Holiday Inn (the film in which the song White Christmas first was sung by Bing Crosby) on Dec. 28. The Payson Senior Center is at 514 W. Main.
mas Concert The youngsters from Morgan’s Creek Montessori will present at concert as part of a fun day at Mountain High Coffee Works from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 14. Manny & The Bells will also present live music. There will be hot chocolate, Christmas family portraits, a food drive with contributions earning raffle tickets, and more. Mountain High Coffee Works is at 612 N. Hwy. 87, Payson. For details, call (480) 689-0896. Pats Hike 9 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 15 – Houston Loop, starts at Houston Mesa Trailhead, a mile east of N. Hwy. 87 off Houston Mesa Road, two miles, moderate level of difficulty – A great family hike. Pine Library There’s always something special happening at the library. Christmas time is fun time for kids at the library. Pre-school story hour is every Wednesday from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. On Wednesday, Dec. 12 kids will decorate gingerbread men. On Wednesday, Dec. 19 it’s “Polar Express” time with a surprise at the end of the story. During Christmas break, it’s Holiday Movie Madness. Mark your calendar for Thursday, Dec. 22 to see Santa Paws 2, the Santa Pups, and on Thursday, Jan 3 see Thunderstruck. Movies start at 1:30 p.m. See’s Candy at Pine Library Pine Library just received its shipment of See’s Candy for this holiday season. A large selection of candy is available until sold out. All proceeds will go toward purchasing additional library materials. Candy can be purchased during regular library hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday. For more information call the library at (928) 476-3678. There is also a “Tree of Giving” in the foyer. If you would like to donate to the library through this program, just select a title to purchase for the library. This is a wonderful opportunity to share with your community by giving a book to the library that will reach many hands.
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PINE LIBRARY Christmas time is fun time for kids at the Pine Library. Pre-school story hour is every Wednesday from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. On Wednesday, Dec. 12 kids will decorate gingerbread men.
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AT THE MOVIES
LIFE OF PI
A film for all ages to enjoy I admit that I had my doubts about 2004) gives us a coherent and inventive “Life of Pi.” All I knew from the trailers script which is great. With this subject was that a teenager gets trapped on a we might have drifted into absurdity lifeboat in the middle of the ocean with quite easily. a hungry tiger — and survives! This But cinematographer Claudio Miseemed to be the acme of improbability. randa gives us incredible, magical imI have seen the Animal Planet shows on ages to delight our eyes and to cause TV and I know that a skinny Indian our senses to soar. Chilean born Miteenager is no match for a Bengal tiger Andy McKinney randa was nominated for an Academy in his prime. Award for “The Curious Case of BenReviewer I was very pleasantly surprised. The jamin Button.” Some may have seen his lifeboat sequences are just on the near work in the 2010 “Tron: Legacy.” edge of possibility, so far as survival is concerned. Miranda has created for us images of astonThe kid is clever and badly wants to survive. ishing beauty. There is one nighttime scene Never give up is a good message for all of us. where a whale broaches through a sea of tropical Suraj Sharma is the young Indian actor who phosphorescence that is beyond description. And plays the teenager. He is also shown as a boy and this is not the only magical moment, not by a long as an adult by other actors, but Sharma holds the shot. film together. What a wonderful world it is where people of It is much too simple to say that “Life of Pi” is such talent have a way to share it with those of a shipwreck movie. It is more to do with the elas- us who simply provide an audience. tic nature of reality, the astonishing ability of the This PG-rated film runs two delightful hours human mind to protect itself and even about the and six minutes. Producer Ang Lee worked with nature of our relationship with God than it is a a budget of $120 million well spent dollars. Thus simple shipwreck film. I found that on this level far the film has garnered only $108 million. I hope the film is entirely satisfactory and worth the ad- Ang Lee and Claudio Miranda will not be dismission price. couraged. But there is more. This is a film produced and “Life of Pi” is a wonderful, thoughtful three and directed by Ang Lee. Lee amazed us a few years a half saw blade film. This is one with enough ago with “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.” He splendors for the young and enough deeper amazes us again with “Life of Pi.” meaning for the not so young. I think you will like Writer David Magee (“Finding Neverland,” it as much as I did.
KILLING THEM SOFTLY
No heroes; no one to cheer BY ANDY MCKINNEY REVIEWER
This is a movie with something for nobody. We are given some excellent acting by famous people to no good purpose. Brad Pitt stars in and produced this gritty crime drama. Pitt plays a mob-connected hit man, as does James Gandolfini (“The Sopranos”) and Ray Liotta another mobster. All three turn in their best games, as we should expect from such fine actors. But the script by director Andrew Dominik leaves us with nobody to cheer for. Writer/director Dominik teamed up with Brad Pitt in “The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford.” We might expect a film with such a long name to fail to catch fire with the viewers and so it was. “The Assassination ...” was a critical success with kudos to many of the actors, but lost loads of loot for the backers. “Killing Them Softly” may squeeze out a profit. Producer Brad Pitt allowed a budget of only $15 million and it has already brought in $25.5 million. Huzzah for Hollywood as a money machine. But it is just too bad for those of us who went to see this dark, nihilistic, unsatisfying peek into the underbelly of the lowest sort of criminal life. The hero of the piece is Brad Pitt, a killer for hire with no redeeming virtues. He kills people for money and we have no look at the rest of his life to make us have any sympathy for him whatever. We don’t see him helping old ladies across the street or any such acts to humanize him. He does have the virtue of being relatively ef-
ficient, unlike the character played by Gandolfini. His character is also a murderer, but an inept one at the end of his career. Ray Liotta plays a gangster so vile and unpleasant that he robs his own illegal card game. These are men who are hard to empathize with. If they are successful, their success is at the expense of other people, if they fail we care so little about them that we are unmoved by their plight. There is a clever side light on the entire outlook of the film. It is set just four years ago during the last months of the Bush administration. Frequent TV clips show news footage of the time with then President Bush and now President Obama outlining the desperate economy. This economic situation also impacts the economy of the underworld. Even the price of a hit has gone down. Crooks have their own financial problems. This hook isn’t enough to make a successful movie. All of these jerks can go broke and die, we just don’t care. This one and a half saw blade film is rated R. The R is not for violence (which is gross, but within current norms) or naked people, but for relentless, consistent language of the worst kind. We would expect this kind of talk from junkies, crooks and killers, but it seems that every other word is something not repeatable in common conversation. I think the idea of the film was to emulate such films as the entertaining and clever “Snatch,” another Brad Pitt vehicle. If so, they missed the mark by a country mile.
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TRAVEL TALK | KEN BROOKS
A PERFECT TRIP – PART I For a trip that had so many pieces – the The only problem is to not gain too much one I have just come home from – was about weight with so much food and very delicious as perfect as it could be. deserts. The “home base” was the MSC’s The staterooms are beautifully laid out (Mediterranean Shipping Company) lovely and decorated. Most have a view of the sea and very modern Poesia for a 17-day cruise with balcony. We spent a lot of time on our from departed Genoa, Italy, through the balcony reading and enjoying the sounds of Mediterranean into the Atlantic, down into the sea. For a November transatlantic the Caribbean, with calls at four crossing we wondered if the seas ports and then into Ft. Laudmight be rough with a few storms erdale, Fla. The ship will do to sail through. The fact is we enCaribbean cruises during the winjoyed wonderful weather with very ter out of Florida. We were on it calm seas. Some days were like earlier this year for a two-week sailing on a lake. Caribbean cruise and fell in love We had three days at leisure with the ship. after arrival in Genoa, which we The name Poesia can be thoroughly enjoyed. Genoa is a roughly translated to mean “poem major city in Italy with a populaof the sea”. The ship is only four tion of more than 600,000 and is years old and is large at 968 feet loaded with history. Our hotel was KEN BROOKS long and 93,000 gross tons. It carthe NH Marina Hotel Located right ries 2,500 guests in lower beds. Aboard you at the harbor which is vast. From the hotel will find several decks that are devoted to we could see many yachts, cargo ships and public space, such as two dining rooms, two passengers vessels coming and going. We specialty restaurants, one is Japanese and were also only a block away from the Marthe other is an a la carte very up-scale itime Museum with displays going back 600 restaurant. You’ll find a very large and years of seafaring history. We were also beautiful theatre holding more than 1,200 close to the older downtown section of people on two levels with a Broadway type Genoa which was interesting to walk stage. Lavish live shows are presented here around. on most evenings with large casts of On our first free day we hired a car and singers, dancers, acrobats, magic shows driver to take us south along the coast to and more. I particularly enjoyed the classic visit a couple small towns and villages nesmusic, which included favorite songs from tled against the sea. The next day we travopera. eled by train south to Florence to revisit Also onboard are a very large and beau- some of the famed spots we had seen last tiful spa, two swimming pools and several year while in Italy. We made a point to once deck games. There is also a large casino for again see the famous “David” and various your gambling pleasure; a smoking room paintings surrounding the statue as well as laid out in rich leather chairs and couches other points of interest. Lunch here was and named the Alfred Hitchcock lounge and special in a typical small Italian restaurant. displays photos of the famous director and Later in the afternoon we boarded the his stars. train again to Pisa where the famous LeanThere are a host of very fine retail stores ing Tow is located. After viewing this masavailable with reduced prices on name label terpiece it was back on the train again goods. headed to Genoa. You’ll find a fine collection of bar/lounges The next day was Sunday, the day we on several decks when you are thirsty. On were to board the MSC Poesia bound for the pool deck there is also gelato available Florida. It was about a three-minute cab when you require a sweet. ride to the dock where the shining ship was The Poesia is Italian through and docked and waiting for passengers to check through and the service reflects the gentle in and board. Italian style of rapid service and friendly This process was very easy. An attensmiles. dant asked to see our room key and then esThe cuisine served in all restaurants corted us to room 10107 on deck 10. This compares well with the finest restaurants. was to be our home for the next 17 days
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The transitioning cruise of the Mediterranean Shipping Company’s Poesia took Rim travelers Ken Brooks and friends on what he considers the most perfect trip he has ever enjoyed.
with seven port stops in between. Just before sailing at 4:30 p.m. we participated in a mandatory safety at sea drill where all passengers were present. We were given detailed instructions on what to do and where to go if there were a problem during our voyage. This took about 20 minutes and it was now time to cast the lines and move slowly out of Genoa Harbor into the Mediterranean. When we returned to our room the luggage had arrived and we commenced unpacking and moving into our quarters. At noon the next day we arrived at Barcelona, Spain after sailing along the coast of Italy and France. We selected a city tour to once again enjoy the sights of this really beautiful city. We particularly enjoyed the time we had to spend at the Gaudy-designed Cathedral in the center of the city. Gaudy’s architecture was quite unusual and his buildings can be identified all over the city. We also did a little Christmas gift shopping. In the evening we began sailing again headed for a city I have wanted to visit for many years, Casablanca, Morocco. Most of us remember the movie that came out in 1943 with Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid
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IN THE KITCHEN | FAMILY FEATURES
Breakfast fare for the holidays When hosting guests for the holidays, it’s often easy to focus on the feast. But breakfast and brunch play a major role in the spirit of the season. After all, there’s nothing lovelier than waking to a full house, enjoying a fresh cup of coffee and homemade breakfast, all while knowing you don’t have to rush off to work, carpool and errands. This year, focus on simple-to-prepare breakfast dishes that will allow you to spend more time with your guests. For example, this recipe for Baked Eggs incorporates flavorful ingredients that will leave your home smelling of fresh, homemade fare. And because the recipe incorporates the creamy flavors of Sabra hummus, it’s not only flavorful, but better for you as well. Plus, because this recipe is simple to prep before popping it in the oven, you have more time to enjoy a nice cup of coffee before guests awaken.
and olive oil while your eggs are baking in the oven. • Fresh fruit salad – Be sure to slice fruits such as oranges, grapefruit and grapes directly over the bowl so you don’t lose any of the juices. You can prepare fruit salad a day in advance and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve your guests. • Toasted baguettes – Slice up a baguette, lightly toast or grill, then serve with warmed Greek yogurt and honey for a sweet treat, or goat cheese and chives for a savory side dish. By prepping your side dishes and setting your table the day before, you’ll have less to worry about in the morning. Be sure to serve your guests fresh coffee and set out optional fixings, such as milk, creamer, sugar and cinnamon, so they can serve themselves while you finish up in the kitchen. For more flavorful, better-for-you holiday recipes, visit www.Facebook.com/Sabra. Source: Sabra
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Baked Eggs BAKED EGGS
Preparation time: 20 minutes; cooking time: 15 - 18 minutes; makes 4 servings 3/4 cup Sabra Classic Hummus (or similar) 4 extra-large eggs 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 medium tomatoes, diced 4 olives, diced 1 teaspoon parsley, finely chopped for garnish Sea salt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Oil four ramekins with olive oil. Spread hummus into ramekins, making an indentation in the middle of each. Arrange ramekins on a shallow baking dish. Crack an egg into the center, being careful not to break the yolk. Sprinkle with diced tomatoes and olives. Continue with the remaining ramekins. Place in the oven for 15 to 18 minutes, according to desired consistency of the yolk. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. This can also be cooked in an ovenproof skillet all at once for larger gatherings. SIDE DISHES
Serve your main dish with savory and sweet sides, as well. Here are some options to help complete your breakfast menu: • Homemade rolls or fresh-baked bread – Some dough recipes can be prepared in advance and will rise overnight. Simply stick them into the oven shortly before your baked eggs, and then serve with fruit preserves. • Breakfast potatoes – Quickly sauté with garlic, onions
Preparation time: 20 minutes; total time: 42 minutes; makes 16 servings 1-3/4 cups flour 1 cup, plus 1 tablespoon sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 2 cups Honey Bunches of Oats cereal 3/4 cup fat-free milk 1 egg 1 teaspoon grated orange peel 1/3 cup orange juice 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon oil 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine flour, 1 cup sugar and baking powder in large bowl. Mix 1 cup cereal and milk in medium bowl; let stand 3 minutes. Add egg, orange peel, orange juice and 2 tablespoons oil; mix well. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened (batter will be lumpy.) Gently stir in cranberries. Crush remaining 1 cup cereal; mix with remaining 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon oil. Spoon batter evenly into 16 paper-lined medium muffin cups. Top with cereal mixture. Bake 22 minutes or until muffins are golden brown and wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 5 minutes; remove to wire rack. Serve warm or cooled.
Source: Post Honey Bunches of Oats Waffles and pancakes are traditional breakfast fare, but with a few extras can be turned into something special for the holidays Allow guests to put their own finishing touches on their dishes by setting out a variety of toppings. Raspberry Almond Waffles provide a base for your friends and family to get creative. The following recipe incorporates a delicious recipe using Smucker’s® Orchard’s Finest® Preserves, a gourmet line of preserves made with the best fruit from the best places. The preserves contain only four ingredients and add rich flavor to both sweet and savory holiday dishes. From classic Pacific Mountain Strawberry Preserves to the new Lakeside Raspberry Cranberry Preserves, there’s a flavor that’s sure to be a hit with each guest. RASPBERRY ALMOND WAFFLES
Preparation time: 10 minutes; cooking time: 5 minutes; makes: 10, 6inch waffles Waffles 1, 14-ounce can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk, divided 3 large eggs 2 cups all purpose flour 3/4 cup water 1/2 cup Crisco Pure Vegetable Oil (or similar) 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 cup sliced almonds, chopped Crisco Original No-Stick Cooking Spray (or similar) Topping
Easy Egg Casserole 1 cup heavy cream 1/8 teaspoon almond extract 2/3 cup Smucker’s Orchard’s Finest Lakeside Raspberry Cranberry Preserves or 2/3 cup Smucker’s Red Raspberry Preserves 2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted* 30 fresh red raspberries For Waffles: Coat waffle iron with no-stick cooking spray. Heat waffle iron according to manufacturer’s directions. Reserve 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk for topping. Whisk eggs in large bowl until fluffy. Blend in remaining sweetened condensed milk, flour, water, oil, baking powder, salt and almond extract just until batter is smooth. Stir in chopped almonds. Pour a scant 2/3 cup of batter onto center of hot waffle iron and close lid. Bake about 3 to 4 minutes or until steaming stops. Use a fork to remove waffle. Repeat with remaining batter. For Topping: Beat cream in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Add reserved 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk and almond extract. Beat until smooth. Spread each waffle with 1 tablespoon preserves. Top with whipped cream, toasted almonds and fresh raspberries. * To toast almonds: Place almonds in dry nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat, shaking pan until nuts are lightly browned. Remove from pan immediately to avoid over-browning. Source: Smucker’s
As much fun as a house-full of family and friends is, hosting overnight guests during the holiday season can make for hectic mornings, so opt for a tasty breakfast that’s warm, hearty and, above all, easy to throw together. With Jimmy Dean fully cooked Hearty Sausage Crumbles, you can whip up an Easy Egg Casserole in the morning – or even the night before – and pop it in the oven for a no-hassle breakfast that’s so comforting and delicious, they’ll be coming back for seconds. EASY EGG CASSEROLE
Makes 12 servings 8 eggs 3 cups milk 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 8 cups French bread cubes (3/4-inch pieces) 1 package Jimmy Dean Hearty Original Sausage Crumbles 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided Preheat oven to 350 degrees Beat eggs, milk and pepper in large bowl with a wire whisk until well blended. Add bread cubes; stir gently until evenly coated. Stir in sausage crumbles and 1-1/2 cups cheese. Pour into lightly greased 13-inch-by-9-inch baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into 12 squares to serve. Spinach-Egg Casserole: Add 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeeze dry, to egg mixture before pouring into prepared baking dish. Make-Ahead Egg Casserole: Assemble casserole as directed; cover. Refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve, uncover and bake 50 to 55 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Source: Jimmy Dean
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RIM HISTORY RIM HISTORY BACK WHEN | STAN BROWN
RIM COUNTRY PLACES CHAPTER 9 — CHEVELON CREEK
Among the most remote and beautiful creeks in Arizona is Chevelon Creek and it contains an abundance of challenges and history. With all its twists and turns it runs from south to north for about 65 miles from its headwaters until it empties into the Little Colorado River. The flows from both Woods Canyon Lake and Willow Springs Lake conjoin to launch STAN BROWN Chevelon Creek on its way; 12 miles later the water enters Chevelon Lake, created by an earthen dam, and here the water is so consistently cold the Arizona Game and Fish Department even stocks it from time to time with Arctic grayling. Needless to say brown and rainbow trout also thrive, encouraged by the remoteness that prevents many fishermen from finding it. A road north from Woods Canyon Lake takes one to the Chevelon campground, though the road ends and the last part must be taken on foot. The various trails and directions are abundant with a search of the Internet. For our purposes, the history and prehistory of the area are of interest. In canyons closer to the creek’s junction with the Little Colorado River, there are hundreds of the oldest and largest collections of petroglyphs in the Southwest. Some have been dated to over 5,000 years old, and ar-
chaeologists swoon over their sheer number — more than 4,000 rock drawings. Anasazi and Sinagua people came along about 1200 BC and added to the art gallery. Also at this northern end of Chevelon Creek a number of historic ranches can be found. Some of these are on land originally held by the Aztec Land and Cattle Company, in its day the third largest ranch in North America. The first record of Chevelon Canyon is found in the writings of Captain Lorenzo Sitgreaves, for whom the Sitgreaves National Forest is named. In 1848, after the Mexican War when the area became part of the United States, the government was eager to explore the rivers of the Southwest. Before the establishment of railroads across the continent, rivers were seen as the best way for transportation and thus the expansion of the nation. Captain Sitgreaves, with the Army Corps of Engineers, was appointed commander of a large party that headed west. By September 1851 they had reached the Zuni River and followed it southwest to its confluence with the Little Colorado River. Continuing their exploration of the LCR (as the Little Colorado is identified in shorthand) they came upon Chevelon Creek and its canyon. Here they met a trapper named Chevelon; his first name does not come down to us. He provided them with much information about the creek, so they did not have to spend much time following it upstream. In appreciation, they recorded in their journals and on their map that this was “Chevelon’s
U.S. Forest Service photos
A stream — Chevelon’s Creek on early maps — is backed by an earthen dam, forming Chevelon Lake, where the fishing is said to be the best in Arizona.
Near the mouth of the creek, where it joins the Little Colorado River, a massive collection of ancient rock drawings tell the presence of prehistoric people in this area.
Creek”. Word came later that Chevelon had died beside the stream from eating poisonous plants. One wonders how a mountain man, well versed in the flora and fauna, able to live off the land, would make such a mistake. A couple of years later, in 1853, the Army sent out another expedition, this time to survey a possible route for a transcontinental railroad along the thirty-fifth parallel. Leading the party was Lt. Amiel Whipple. The desire for a railroad was motivated primarily by the California gold rush. Whipple passed to the north of Chevelon Creek’s confluence with the LCR, but another government contract brought a third exploratory party that way in 1857. This time it was Lt. Edward Beale who was working on a government contract to build a wagon road across New Mexico and Arizona. He is best known for his use of camels to carry the large loads and go without water for long periods of time. He was following Whipple’s trail more or less, and he encountered Chevelon Creek. He wrote, “Here we found a curious stream flowing into the Colorado Chiquito from the south, about 25 yards wide and 6 or 8 feet deep. We found otter and beaver signs every foot of the way. Ascending a few miles we found a deep canyon, which was a sheer precipice several hundred feet high. At the bottom was a fine stream.” This look at Chevelon Creek more than 150 years ago reminds us that today the creek is dry much of the time below Chevelon Lake, except for pools and rainy seasons. In 1879 the Mormons attempted to settle this lower part of the Chevelon, but eventually abandoned their farm because of Indian threats and the lack of sufficient water to provide for their crops. Four years after that, Will C. Barnes, the first author of “Arizona Place Names”, staked a claim for a ranch there and wrote this, “My first cattle ranch after my discharge from military service was at the mouth of Chevelon’s Fork on the Little Colorado River, about 25 miles west of Holbrook…” He reported finding the ruins of the Mormon settlement. Then Barnes went on to say, “my nearest neighbors were at the railroad station of Hardy,
about four miles across the Little Colorado. Twelve miles to the west was Winslow. One settler, Arnold Hugle, was about two miles east of me. He and I arrived at the same time.” The Hugle family arrived in America from Europe on May 27, 1850. The father Andreas does not seem to have a wife listed in the immigrant records, but Arnold was age 5 and had 8 siblings. They reached Arizona at the little railroad stop Barnes mistakenly refers to as “Hardy,” when in fact it is called Havre. The family proved prolific, and has many descendants around the state. I fondly recall the day my wife and I went exploring from Forest Lakes, driving north
The author found a place to descend and fish Chevelon Canyon, but then, without any catches, he had difficulty getting back up.
on gravel roads, when suddenly we came upon Chevelon Canyon with its inviting creek below. In its pristine beauty it looked like it should have been a ready spot for trout. I found a place in the canyon where a trail had been crudely made down the side, and enjoyed an hour with my ever-ready fishing pole while Ruthie waited patiently at the top. However, my mission was unfruitful. At that time I knew nothing about Chevelon Lake or the actual route of the stream. Unless a stray trout had found its way upstream from the lake I was destined to return fishless. After a rather difficult ascent up the side of the canyon we continued on to Winslow, crossing the Chevelon where trappers, explorers and Mormons had crossed over the centuries. NEXT: Crook Military Road
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COVER STORY | TERESA MCQUERREY
Teresa McQuerrey photo
The Payson Choral Society has surprises in store for its Saturday, Dec. 15 concerts at the Payson High School Auditorium, including the song being practiced here, Louis Armstrong’s ’Zat you Santa Claus?’ plus plenty of familiar sounds of the season. The concerts are at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Admission is $10 per person with proceeds funding scholarships for both high school and middle school music students.
Season SONGS
Payson Choral Society continues much-loved Rim Country tradition
The Rim Country’s most beautiful voices rise up in an exquisite celebration of the season this Saturday. The much-loved Payson Choral Society Christmas tradition started with a retired concert pianist wanting to create a forum to perform for an audience in 1990. Pianist Robert Pompeo is credited with forming the Payson Choral Society in 1990. He was the group’s first director and the society’s president was Bob Muggli. According to the stories passed down over the years, Pompeo wanted to do just one concert for Easter 1990. But the singers — who were mostly members of church choirs in the area — implored him to do one for Christmas 1990 as well. Another spring concert followed in
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1991 and a program was presented for Christmas as well. By then Pompeo’s health was failing, but he had such passion for the music and the work of the choral society, he directed the 1991 Christmas concert while connected to an IV, which he had placed in his hand so the audience couldn’t see it. The PCS Christmas concerts have remained one of the great highlights of the holiday season in the Rim Country. It will present its 23rd Annual Christmas Concert for two performances Saturday, Dec. 15 at the Payson High School Auditorium. The programs are at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Concert tickets are $10 at the door for adults, or $8 if purchased in advance. Children and students up to age 18 are admitted free. Tickets may be purchased in advance from Choral Society members, The Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce, and at the library. Tickets will also be available at the door before each concert. This year’s theme is “Home for the Holidays” directed by Daria Mason with accompaniment by Victoria Har-
ris. Expect to hear both traditional and unique Christmas songs. There are two breakout groups performing. One is a multi-member ensemble singing a wonderful and romantic ballad, Christmas Bride, arranged by the late Ray Conniff. Members of the ensemble are Charlie Acker, Barbara Bott, Milt Bott, Rosemary Chubinski, Glenn Dekeno, Mary Ann Gardner, Dee Kelly, Tom Kelly, Stan Langham, Rick Ludwig, Dave McClary, Sandy McClary, Jackie Messick, Joe Pickens, Janice Templeton, Tom Walling and Harry Young. The other is a duet medley by Barbara Potvin and Stephanie Prest. Chubinski was among the founding members of the Payson Choral Society and she is still singing with the group. She said when it first started there were only 24 to 28 members. Generally the concerts boast an average of 75 voices. Mason became the PCS director in 2005, taking over for longtime leader Mari Ann Irvine. The group was directed by Michael Farthing between Pompeo and CONTINUED ON PAGE 9
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Making the holiday happy FROM PAGE 8
Irvine. It was through Farthing’s connections that the society was able to move from practicing in a classroom at Payson High School to the United Methodist Church. Currently concert pianist and teacher Victoria Harris accompanies the group, along with Kelli Price. Past accompanists have included: Nora Foil, Herbert Richmann, Greg Larkins, Gail Gorry, Phyllis Papineau, Steven Bardin and Sarah Nordstrom Nelson. Proceeds from the concerts provide musical scholarships to middle school and high school students. These are awarded each year at the spring concert. For added information call John Landino (928) 4680023.
Barbara Potvin, left, and Stephanie Prest will perform as a duo at the Dec. 15 concerts of the Payson Choral Society.
Teresa McQuerrey photos
No matter how disciplined the group, there is always a little bit of chaos before everyone settles down to the order of the evening — in this case further perfecting the beautiful sound the combined voices of the Payson Choral Society will make at the 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. performances of the 23rd Annual Christmas Concert, Saturday, Dec. 15 at the Payson High School Auditorium.
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Transitioning cruise provides travel junky perfect trip FROM PAGE 5
dlers of traditional medicines. This was most interesting to say the least. After a few very interesting hours in Marrakech we returned in the ship in Casablanca. A long day, but a very informative one. For those who loved the movie Casablanca you might be interested to know that close to the harbor area is a rather large club named Rick’s Place. After another day at sea-the Atlanticwe cruised to a most beautiful island belonging to Portugal, Madeira and the city of Funchal. Madeira’s five-century-old capital is said to have been named Funchal because of the abundance of fennel that was growing here. The city is situated along the coastal area and buildings and homes are built up the hills giving almost everyone a beautiful view of the ocean. It enjoys a wonderful climate being more than 700 miles off the West African coast and is enjoyed a s a holiday destination for Northern Europeans. We chose a tour that took us around this city to several interesting locations as well as the downtown area. Decided to have lunch in town rather than return to the ship. We hired a taxi with a driver who spoke good English and who took us to a memorable seaside seafood restaurant. The sea was just across the street. Our waiter thought we would enjoy the seafood plate. We were amazed when it arrived to
find it all on a very large and fancy plate containing several cooked fish, clams and shrimp and other selections from the sea. We were also served a large salad and breads. I have never in my life seen a seafood display at one table. We ate heartily enjoying every bit. Afterward, we continued in the taxi to see more beautiful homes resting on the side of green hills. Funchal now has more than 200,000
In Funchal a taxi driver took the travelers to a memorable seaside seafood restaurant where they enjoyed a seafood plate, at left, with several cooked fish, clams and shrimp and other selections from the sea, plus a large salad and breads. “I have never in my life seen a seafood display at one table. We ate heartily enjoying every bit,” Brooks writes.
Ken Brooks photos
EXOTIC PORTS OF CALL A transitioning cruise – when a ship moves from seasonal home port to another – can provide travelers with a taste of old-time sailing, with multiple days at sea and exotic ports of call, such as the one pictured above and time to see the fabled street market of Marrakech, Morocco, at right.
residents and they seemed to be very much enjoying their colorful, beautiful city. The setting for this city is almost perfect! No wonder many Europeans come here for vacations. During the early evening while enjoying dinner, the MSC Poesia slipped away from the dock and by this time it was almost dark and we could enjoy the dramatic lights of the city as we headed south to the
Caribbean, which was 2,633 miles away. Our sailing time would be five days. Five days to get some rest, read a couple books and enjoy our balcony and the sounds of the sea. Next week, we return to the MSC Poesia as it voyages south to four islands in the Caribbean before arriving in Florida.
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The Payson High School culinary arts class decided to introduce 13 foreign exchange students, their food and culture to the community with a Dec. 5 Worldwide Festival featuring big posters, braziers full of food, and students from Germany, Japan, China, Thailand, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway and other countries dressed in clothes from their countries to share their country with the Rim Country. Edie Miller, the family coordinator for the Education First (EF) Foundation for Foreign Study, had a table explaining the EF program. This year, instead of three students, 13 could come to PHS from Asia and Europe, due to a policy change from the school board. The Payson district may now accept tuition from the parents of foreign students, offering a wonderful education for all.
Payson High School chemistry teacher Meena Rustagi shared Rava idli from her native India. One patron at the event added ketchup to the south Indian snack (above).
Representing Taiwan, Chia-Yu Chiu, aka Edward (above), puts the finishing touches on one of his dishes. Rebecca Marie Karoliussen (at right), from Norway, decided to make Cakeman — a lightly sweet sugar cookie she had her culinary arts personal chef Nick Hatt bake into a gingerbread man shape.
Rina Bessho of Japan prepared a cabbage and bacon-topped pancake for the Worldwide Festival.
Tom Krigbaum asks his grandson Joey Molynevy if he enjoyed the different types of food at the Worldwide Festival and if the youngster would care to sample some more.
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GETTING EFF-ENDED ACROSS 1 Disjoined 9 Spanish rice dishes 16 Little newts 20 Spoken test 21 Shekel earner 22 Boatloads 23 “If I Were a Rich Man” musical 25 Dirt-dishing Barrett 26 Appraises 27 Here, to Jean-Luc 28 Medical school subj. 29 Unkosher 30 San Francisco tourist area 34 Field of flight technology 40 King, in Nice 41 U.S. immigrants’ subj. 42 Treat for the prodigal son 45 Gentlemen: Abbr. 49 Booker T. & the ___ 52 Luau hellos 53 Tiny charged thing 55 Online gabbing site 57France’s Coty 58 Do some written legal summarizing 62 “Laura” director Preminger 63 Back-country 66 George’s lyric-writing brother 67 Country-pop singer Eddie 69 Polar laborer 72 Government bailouts, e.g. 76 “Phooey!” 77 Rust away 79 “... goes, ___ go!”
80 Under penalty ___ 82 Korea’s continent 83 Crease to create two equal sides 87 “If only ___ known” 91 Germinate again 93 “Boy!” 94 Topped cracker 96 Tiny bit 97 Surpluses 100 Coq au vin maker, often 103 Ecol. monitor 105 “Bang!” 107 Property confiscations 108 Not be ailing 115 Sitar music 116 Purvey 117 It’s not gross 118 South Pacific island 124 “Have ___ a deal for you!” 125 Be beaten by 129 Nixing mark 130 Quaint batting game 131 See 33-Down 132 Canine lines 133 Some apples and potatoes 134 “Definitely, count me in!” DOWN 1 Big couch 2 Discord deity 3 Hippies’ digs 4 Alan of films 5 Have faith in, with “on” 6 Tree fellers 7 La Brea gunk 8 Funny Philips 9 Toss 10 More pale 11 Sonnet preposition
12 Wyoming city 13 Singer Lewis 14 Take out ___ (borrow cash) 15 Puts through a strainer 16 Rare ___ (some elements) 17 Wallpaper design, often 18 Printer ink 19 Walking stick 24 “___ for Noose” (Grafton novel) 30 TV regulator 31 “... ___ joy forever” 32 CD-___ (PC insert) 33 With 131-Across, U.S. Military Academy students 34 Way, way off 35 ___ of tears 36 Take ___ faith 37 Alternate 38 Classy org.? 39 Airport requests 43 ___ Abner 44 Adversary 46 ___-fi movie 47 County lawman 48 Nadal of tennis 50 Mobster John 51 Struck, biblically 54 Getting exactly right 56 Burgle 58Die down 59 ___ de la Cité 60 “It’s chilly!” 61 Actress Charlotte 64 ET craft 65 Coyote’s kin 68 Art teacher’s deg. 69 Digital greeting 70 “___ turn” (dreaded game instruction)
71 Game using a flying disc 73 Lightning ___ 74 Jackie’s #2 75 Cyber-guffaw 78 Blame 81 Cringe 84 P.O. item 85 Playboy nickname 86 ___ Lingus 88 “Ver-r-ry funny” 89 Adopt-___ (animal shelter program) 90 Dicts. are full of them 92 Nonfictional 94 Ovid’s 300 95 Spa sigh 98 Hunks 99 Trinity part 101 Slim fish 102 Rubber check abbr. 104 China items 106 Assailed 108 Artist Kahlo 109 Raring to go 110 “Hell ___ Heroes” (1962 film) 111 Reeves of “The Matrix” 112 French feminine plural pronoun 113 Small paving stones 114 Ending for ordinals 118 Part of a dog 119 A.D. part 120 Sharp Aquos, e.g. 121 “Ah, yes” 122 Legal wrong 123 “Assuming that’s true ...” 126 Hole in one 127 Prefix with dermis or glottis 128 Brick holder
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) An old adversary wants to make amends over the holidays. The decision is yours. But wouldn’t it be nice to share the upcoming new year with another friend? TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) As news of your work gets around, expect to receive a special holiday “gift” from influential contacts who could help you launch your new projects in the new year. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Instead of fussing over what you didn’t do to prepare for the holidays, relax and enjoy the kudos for a job truly well done. A happy surprise awaits you early next year. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The best way to shake off lingering holiday blues is to join loved ones in the fun and festivities of this special time. A confusing situation starts to make sense in upcoming weeks. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Special emotional rewards mark this holiday time for Leos and Leonas who are able to open up to new relationships and the possibilities they offer in the upcoming year. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Your efforts to make the holidays especially memorable for some people will be rewarded in some unexpected (but very welcome) ways in the upcoming year. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Be assured that your efforts to make this holiday special for everyone won’t go unnoticed by those who could make some important changes in your life. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Lots of folks want you to light up their holiday parties. But try to take some quiet time ‘twixt those glittering galas to spend with some very special people. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) While the current round of holiday revels has your social life on the fast track, someone special might want to keep pace with you next year, as well. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Enjoy all the fun you deserve at this holiday time. However, don’t lose sight of the need to check out some of the changes the new year is expected to bring. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) What happens during this holiday time can help clear up some of the confusion jeopardizing a once-stable relationship. Follow your instincts on what to do next. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Your holidays are brightened by new friends eager to become part of your life. But don’t forget to spend time with that one special person. (You know who!) BORN THIS WEEK: You have the ability to encourage people to reach their potential by setting an example with your own efforts. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
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JUST FOR FUN KING CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 Soft muddy stuff 5 Swabbie’s tool 8 Cinderella’s horses, really 12 Apiary structure 13 Anger 14 Out of control 15 Iowa city 16 Slapstick missile 18 Joan of Arc, for instance 20 Slanders in print 21 Cambodia neighbor 23 “Le Coq ___” 24 “Old soldiers ___” 28 Use a strainer 31 Opposite of 24Down 32 “No man is an island” poet 34 Lincoln, to pals 35 Safecracker 37 Be dishonest 39 Historic time 41 Thin streak of smoke 42 Thespians 45 Concealed 49 Formal attire 51 Architect Saarinen 52 Tardy 53 Grecian vessel 54 Pet shop enclosure 55 Basin accessory 56 ___-relief 57 Grandson of Eve
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DOWN 1 Fraud 2 Peru’s capital 3 Finished 4 Mortar’s partner 5 Teeny-tiny photo reproduction 6 Bobby of hockey lore 7 Rind 8 Ballroom dances 9 Royal 10 Spring shape 11 ___ out (supplements) 17 Help 19 Three feet 22 Muscle connector 24 Opposite of 31Across 25 Storm center 26 Produce plants 27 Peps up 29 Justice Dept. agcy. 30 Golf ball holder 33 Otherwise 36 Food merchant 38 Each 40 Noah’s boat 42 Competent 43 Talon 44 Half a ticket 46 Slender 47 Therefore 48 Accomplishes 50 Playwright Levin
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land country of Sri Lanka located? 8. CHEMISTRY: What is the Periodic Table symbol for zinc? 9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What nickname did author Tom Wolfe give the 1970s? 10. LANGUAGE: What are corsairs? Answers 1. Dancing 2. Flash Gordon 3. Shotz Brewery 4. Richard Buckminster Fuller 5. Aramis, Athos and Porthos 6. Dudley Moore and Liza Minnelli 7. Off the coast of India 8. Zn 9. The “Me” Decade 10. Privately owned warships
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VANS 2001 Chrysler Town Country LX, Fully Equipped, Excellent Condition, 90K Miles, $6,200. 928-474-8517
EMPLOYMENT DRIVERS
Newspaper
is seeking an independent contractor to deliver newspapers. Earn Extra Income ($150.per week) Tuesdays and Friday Afternoons, in Pine, Arizona. Must have knowledge of all in and outs of street locations in Pine. Must be 21 years of age, good driving record, dependable transportation, Perferably 4-Wheel Drive. Attach Proof/Copy of Arizona Driver’s License to Application Applications available after 3:00 p.m. at 708 N. Beeline, Payson, AZ
EDUCATION
ATAC, LLC manufacturer of HPR Ammunition is currently recruiting for dedicated career oriented employees. Visit HPRammo.com/careers for additional information.
*CANCER CASES*
GET RESULTS 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4x4. Loaded, 138K Miles, Always Maintained, Runs Excellent, Recent Battery, Tires, Brakes, $7,200.obo, Payson, 602-339-8835
MISCELLANEOUS Rim Country Video/Photo Services, Personal Event, HD Videos to Order, www.zerokini.org 928-951-0567
HANDYMAN A Dependable Handyman Service
Excavation Work, Carpentry, Painting, Masonry, Electric, Yard Work, Wood Splitting, Hauling Payson License #P08226, Not Licensed Contractor: Barney Branstetter: 928-595-0236 or 928-595-0435
DHW Home Services Decks/Porches Sheds Drywall Texture Matching Paint Remodeling 928-595-1555 Credit Cards Accepted New Homes, Remodels, Decks, Tile and Wood Floors, Screened Porches, Painting, Reasonable Rates, 35-yrs Experience, Quality Workmanship, Free Estimates, Call 928-978-1996
HOME SERVICES REPAIRS AND INSTALLS: Tile Carpet, Hardwood, Grout, Restretch, Resurface, 30 Years Experience, Not a Contractor, Robin: 928-951-4082 or 928-478-6632 References
1974 CJ5 Project Jeep, Buick 6 Egine, New Springs, Shocks, Radiator & Battery, $3,200. obo Bob 928-468-0743
MISCELLANEOUS
SERVICES
Affordable, Reliable, On Time, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Tile, Painting, Yard work, etc. (Can-Do Most Anything) Call Dennis (928)476-3581 Leave Message
GENERAL
928-970-0062
20 ft. and 40 ft.: Shipping Containters, 928-537-3257
2004 Ford Escape XLT 4x4 (gold) V6, Very Clean Runs Great, Has 107,500 Miles, 1yr old Tires, Power Doors, Locks & Windows, Alarm System, 6CD Changer, A Must See, Serious Buyers Only, 928-595-0574, Asking $6,900.
SPEECH THERAPIST Part-Time The Shelby School 478-4706
Basic Firearms-Course, $45.00; Firearms & Ammunition , Call Brian Havey (CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR)
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1996 Ford Bronco, 176K Miles, Runs Good, New Tires, Everything Works, $4,500.obo 928-472-7448
Restaurant Equipment for Sale: Freezer, Refrigerator, Ovens and Furniture; Table, Chairs, Lights Must be sold by January 8th. Call 928-978-0668
CCW CLASS: $75.00
Serious Collector wishes to, Buy U.S. and German Military Guns, Colts Winchester and any Other High Quality Antique Guns. Single Pieces or Collections, Give Us A Call at 928-468-0306
SUVS
with an ad in our
Classifieds! Call 474-5251
HOMES FOR SALE INVESTORS: Payson’s Best View: 3Br/2Ba 119 E. Pine St. $99.9K ($800/mo) 928-474-4000 Strawberry New On Market 2Br/2Ba,Bonus Room, Bunk House, Large Covered Decks & Patio, Storage, Tall Pines, All Electric, $102,900. 480-984-9414
LAND FOR SALE Young Arizona, Must See to Appreciate, Three 2.5 Acre Parcels, Wooded Area, Prime Location, Small Down, Owner Will Carry, Easy Terms, 928-425-6791 or 928-701-1536
MOBILES FOR SALE 1989 2Br/1Ba 14x58 Very Clean, W/D & Fridge, 55+Park, 903 Granite Dells, Sp. #24. $8,750. OWC, 602-319-1757
LANDSCAPING
1BR Park Model, newly decorated, spotless, new carpeting/tile, all appliances evap cooling Lg. deck/storage shed, Best Buy! $7900/obo, 928-595-0595 or 928-472-9965. Cedar Grove MHP: Dble Wide, 2Br/2Ba, 2 storage sheds, Large Fenced Lot, Washer/Dryer/Dishwasher 703 E. Frontier St.#6, $8,900.OBO, 602-320-1116 Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712
Reduced: Park Model RV for Sale 1993 Redman Home 12ft. X 34ft. Excellent Condition, Asking Price is $11,500. 928-472-8651
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
Residential/Commercial, Weekly/Bi-Weekly, Monthly Schedules, One-Time Cleanups & Hauling, Call For Free Estimate, 480-229-6173
REAL ESTATE BUSINESSES FOR SALE Love Design? Are You Mechanical? Highly Successful & Respected Payson Business. Home based. Make your own hours Be your own boss! Call for details 928-595-2968
1Br/1Ba Overlooks GreenValley Lake, 704 S. Oak, Stove,Refrig, Trash Included,Large Wood Stove, Evap.Cooler, W/D Hood-ups, Gated Yard,Covered Carport, $550.mo 928-474-8833 2BD/2BA w/Garage, W/D Hookup, 1 Acre, $700.month + Deposit! 597 Moonlight Drive, Star Valley, References, 928-474-8126
3Br/2Ba 1 Car Garage, Private Back Yard, Stove, Refrig., D/W, Microwave, Laundry Room, AC/Heat, $850.mo + Dep. Pets-Neg. 928-478-6188 ALPINE VILLAGE, Large two-story, 3Bdrm/2.5Ba. New paint, Decks, Slate-Tile/Wood Floors, Wood-burning stove. 600 W. Forest. Rumsey park area. $995/mo. Pending. Avail.12/1 for Hassle Free Holidays, Cute 2Br/1Ba Corner Lot, Covered Parking, Storage, D/W, W/D. $750.mo + Dep. 928-970-2773 or 928-978-5707 Best Rim/Airport View in Town w/Large Covered Deck, Beautiful 2Br/2Ba A-Frame on Quiet Street, Lots of Upgrades w/Custom Kitchen, Pets-Ok, 2602 W. Bulla, $895.mo 602-763-4397
RENTALS
Rick’s Landscape Maintenance
HOMES FOR RENT
2Br/2Ba Dinette, Den, Refrigerator, Stove, 2 Storage Sheds 200 W. Chateau Circle, $850.p/m + Dep. 626-287-4104
REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712
IRIS GARDEN SVCE: COMPLETE HOLIDAY CLEAN-UPS AND/OR DECORATE YARD, REASONABLE, DEBRIS DUMPED, PAYSON LIC. 928-474-5932 Cell 928-951-3734 not.lic.contr.
Rim View OFFICE PARK, Executive Suites, Payson’s Premier Office Space, 708 E. Hwy 260, 928-472-7035.
2Br/1Ba, Fenced Yard, 1-Car Garage, $775.mo 928-978-2435f or 928-970-0634 between 3pm & 6pm
HOUSEKEEPING Cleaning By Karen Professional Housekeeping Honest & Dependable 928-970-2830
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Bonus Move-In 1/2 of 1st Month, Nice 3Br/2Ba, Site Built Home, w/Loft, in Payson, Nice Yard w/Covered Deck, Backs to National Forest, Extra Storage Shed, Includes All Appliances, No Smoking or Pets, $850.mo + Dep. 928-595-4024 Cute & Cozy 1.5Br Log House on Large Lot, Cul-de-Sac, w/Fruit Trees and Shed, Walk to PES, $700. + Dep. Pets-No, 928-978-7321 Green Valley Park Area, Gorgeous 3Br/2Ba, 2-Car Garage, Washer/Dryer, Views, $1450.mo w/6 mo lease, non-smoking, available in November Call 928-978-1452 Mesa Del 2Br/2Ba, Family Room, Laundry Room, All Appliances, Fenced Yard, 2 Car Parking, Water Paid, $750.mo 480-212-3106 or 480-899-7887 NEWER 3BR/2BA Home In Woodhill Subdivision. Available Dec 1, All Appliances, Fenced Yard, Covered Patio. No Smoking, $875. Owner/Agent 928-474-4417 Payson’s Best View: 3Br,2Ba $800.mo, $760 if Received before the first, 119 E. Pine St. 928-474-4000 for Info/Showing
Longhorn Apt.2Br/2Ba,$650.w/500. Dep.,1000 sf., W/D, Dishwasher, Central Air & Heat, Storage Shed, 401 W. Frontier: 928-978-1331
COMMERCIAL FOR RENT Office or Retail Space Lowest Rates In Payson Private Bath,500 sq.ft. On Upgraded Remodeled Units, 1 Month Rent Free 602-616-3558
Pine, Az. 4Bd/2Ba home on 1.25 acre. Peaceful view lot, shed, pellet stove/AC. $1,100/month. Call 480-759-7137
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HOMES FOR RENT
HOMES FOR RENT
Quiet Strawberry 2Br/1Ba,1236sf, Office, Laundry, Appliances, 2-Car Garage, Fenced .64 Acre, $750.mo + Dep. Call for Vacation Rental Rates 928-476-4333
Woodhill Custom Home, 3/2/2, Rent $1,200/mo + Deposit. Retirees Encouraged to Call. Smoking-No, 928-978-6167
RENT/LEASE Option $625.mo 3BD/1BA, Remodeled, Move-in Ready, Next to Forest, Fenced, Fruit Trees, 928-978-2192
New Carpet,Vacant, 2Br/1Ba, 12x60, 55+Park, 705 E. Miller, Space 29, Storage, Covered Patio, Screened Porch, Large Treed Lot, $5,900, 928-978-2658
MOBILES FOR RENT
MOBILES FOR RENT 200 W. Pecan; Mobile/Add On, 3Br/1.5Ba, Stove, Refrig., Central Heat/3-AC’s, Large Completely Fenced Yard, 2 M. Sheds on Cement, Lots of Storage, W/D Hookup, Pets/Smoking-No, Covered 2 Vehicle Carport; $750.mo + Sec. Dep. Call 928-951-2900
MOBILE/RV SPACES Nice and clean travel trailers for rent at Mountain Shadows R.V. Park. Lot space, water, sewer and trash are included for only $380. a month. Walking distance to downtown Payson with onsite manager, laundry facilities and wifi. Call Shawn at 928-474-2406
MOBILE/RV SPACES Rye RV Park: 1 Bedroom, $275. - $450. Per Month, Laundry on Site, Water/Trash Included. Spaces $200. Mo. 602-502-0020 Space w/9x30 Pad, Accomodates up to 14x60, $335.mo, 903 Granite Dells Rd, Space 1, 602-319-1757
CONDOMINIUMS 2Br/2Ba, 1000sf Condo, Garage and Indoor Storage Room, Fireplace, Laundry Room w/Washer & Dryer, $850.mo Call Trevor 928-595-1844
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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
Surviving on thin air BY PAUL G. DONOHUE, M.D. 2012 NORTH AMERICA SYND., INC.
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Our 37-year-old daughter lives in Denver. She took her younger sister skiing where the altitude was 11,800 feet. Our younger daughter lives in Toronto, where the altitude is 250 feet. She felt discomfort or worse at the higher level. Is it safe for an unacclimatized person to travel to such an altitude abruptly? How best should one treat altitude sickness? Are there potentially any serious or lasting effects of altitude sickness? — P and H.M. ANSWER: At high altitudes the pressure of oxygen in the atmosphere drops, so less gets into the blood. Most healthy people can tolerate altitudes of 5,000 feet (1,500 meters) to 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) without difficulty. Older people and people with heart and lung disease might become short of breath at such heights. An unacclimatized person, trying to function at 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) or more, can run into trouble if the person doesn’t make the ascent slowly. Above 8,000 feet, people should not ascend more than 1,000 feet a day without returning to a lower altitude to sleep. They can continue to go higher if they descend 1,000 feet each night to sleep. They will know they are pushing too fast if a moderate amount of activity leaves them breathless and bushed. Acute mountain sickness, a formidable illness, occurs to unacclimatized people in the first six to 24 hours at a given height. People become short of breath, dizzy, have a dry cough and are nauseated. They often have a headache. High-altitude pulmonary edema, an even more serious illness and an emergency, fills the lungs with fluid. People cough, and the cough’s mucus is pink or bloody. These people have to be taken quickly to a lower altitude, and personnel experienced in the treatment of this condition have to manage definitive treatment. People who fully recover from either usually don’t have permanent damage. They are vulnerable to a second episode, however. Your daughter can protect herself on her next visit by slowly ascending and by taking Diamox. It’s a mild diuretic that affords good protection against altitude sickness. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have developed an unquenchable thirst, which makes me drink water all the time. As a result, I have to spend a lot of time in the bathroom urinating. Can a person drink too much water? — A.C. ANSWER: A person can drink too much water, but that’s a very rare situation. A more likely explanation of what’s happening to you is diabetes. Excessive thirst, drinking water nonstop to satisfy the thirst and the resulting need to urinate frequently are signs of diabetes. You must see a doctor soon. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Can you get ringworm from eating too much candy? Is there any relationship between not keeping the body clean and ringworm? I have been told that both can cause it. — Z.C. ANSWER: Neither causes it. Ringworm is a fungal infection. The infection can spring up on the head, the body, the hands or the feet (athlete’s foot). The fungus is picked up from someone else or from inanimate objects like the floor of a shower room. Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.