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BUCHHEIT PRESENTS WREATHS TO VETERAN POSTS
Wednesday, December 23 2015
4TH ANNUAL FRONT DOOR CHRISTMAS DECORATING CONTEST IN HOFFMAN The Village of Hoffman held their 4th Annual Front Door Christmas Decorating Contest on Sunday, December 13 at 6:00 p.m. The contest w a s s p ons ore d by
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Luebbers; third place, Brian and Angie Atchison. The overall winners were Shane and Pam Westfall. Pictured are the winning displays.
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The last debates of the year, both Republican and Democrat, were held last week. In my opinion, neither one was anything to write home about. On Tuesday, Dec. 15, CNN hosted the Republican debate, and on Saturday, December 19 — in the midst of a John Lennon 75th birthday concert, football games, last minute Christmas shopping, wrapping presents, parties and baking cookies — ABC News hosted the Democratic debate. On Tuesday, December 15, the Republican debate stage consisted of Rand Paul, Chris Christie, Jeb Bush?, Ted Cruz, Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, Carly Fiorina and John Kasich. The ground rules were presented and they were off. (Sounds like a horse race.) CNN teaming up with Facebook, the questions started. The first question went to Donald Trump and he answered with his usual enthusiasm! The main point driven home during the debate was that anyone on the stage that night would make a better Commander in Chief than Obama or Hillary Clinton. And to that I agree! However, backing up, I don't know what keeps some of them in this race, especially Jeb Bush and Rand Paul. What I found interesting was the love fest between Trump and Ted Cruz. Reading between the lines, there could be more to this than meets the eye. Does Cruz have his eye on the position of running mate? Time will tell. The main thing I took away from the CNN debate was I personally don't think Americans will vote for
Trump's name was mentioned nine different times. I'm sure he loved it! During the evening, Clinton dodged two questions on Libya, lied about the ISIS recruitment video and tap danced the night away, along with O'Malley who felt he didn't get equal time. Sanders accused the GOP as being far right, from the king of the far left. That was rich! But the jewel of the evening was Hillary coming back late after the first break! Gosh, what I could do with this one on Saturday Night Live! Who was the most honest during the debate? I'd call it for Sanders. And the early polls reflected that Sanders On to the Saturday came out on top! evening Democratic debate hosted by ABC News. On And O'Malley was way stage were Bernie Sanders, down at less than 10% on Hillary Clinton and Martin every poll I saw. O'Malley. After the opening On this particular debate statements the evening started with an apology from let me leave you with this Bernie Sanders to the queen thought: Hillary Clinton of dishonesty, Hillar y said, "We are where we need Clinton, over a data breach to be in the fight against of the DNC database involv- ISIS." ing the Clinton camp. As a matter of fact, according to This is a prime example of Sanders, there were two data my favorite saying, "You can't breaches. This particular fix stupid." And this woman incident is the motivation for is beyond that. a lawsuit filed by the Sanders camp. In closing this week, let I can't say I blame him. me say Merry Christmas to The DNC, especially Debbie one and all, and may each of Wasserman Schultz, is doing you have a blessed New Year. everything possible to get Hillary elected by undoing Until next week! Sanders, who is by far better To comment on this or any column than Clinton. And it was apin The Shopper’s Weekly, please mail parent that Bernie Sanders to: Editor, P.O. Box 1223, Centralia IL wasn't happy with the DNC. 62801, email to info@theshopperBut it was also apparent sweekly.com or drop it off at the office on 301 E. Broadway. In order for your Hillary — with her arrogant letter to be considered for publication, attitude — wasn't buying you must provide your signature and Bernie's apology. But, it did an address and phone number where can be reached. Addresses and leave her nowhere to go on you phone numbers will not be published. this one! Yeah, Bernie! D u r i ng t h e d e b ate Trump as much as they will vote against the Obama administration policies and Hillary Clinton — one and the same! So with all the above said, in my opinion, after watching the debate in its entirety, I would have to say Donald Trump was the clear winner, with Cruz and Christie falling just behind. Then came Carson, Carly and Rubio, with John Kasich, Jeb Bush and Rand Paul falling behind the second tier! A point Trump drove home was that he would stick with the Republican Party no matter what. Hmmm!!! I've got to say I think that's questionable.
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SOUTHERN GOSPEL 4 U CONCERT Southern Gospel 4 U will present "New Years Eve Southern Style" on Thursday, December 31 at 7 p.m. at River of Life Family Church. Featured guests are The Wanda Mountain Boys, Fred Church and The Spirituals, plus The Dysart Family. An
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Wednesday, December 23 2015
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Beware Holiday Foods, Ornaments, Plants DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Please remind your readers of how important it is to keep their pets away from holiday foods. Some foods, like chocolate, can be deadly poisonous to dogs, while rich foods and ingredients like onions or raisins can be dangerous for cats and dogs. — Jessica L. in Camden, New Jersey DEAR JESSICA: You told them, and thank you! The holiday season, with plenty of parties, family and food, can be hectic for everyone, but it’s important to monitor pets and make sure they’re kept away from potentially harmful items.
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Many foods, not just chocolate but onions, grapes and raisins, nuts, avocados and other common holiday foods can cause house pets great harm. Store them well out of reach and keep pets out of the kitchen when cooking, and away from serving tables. A more extensive list is available from the Humane Society of the United States. Christmas tree ornaments can potentially be harmful. Cats love knocking down glass ornaments and also may accidentally ingest tinsel or other shiny strands. Dogs may gnaw on interesting packages or break into gift boxes of candy or fruit. Even plants need to be kept out of reach: poinsettias, for example, are toxic to cats. To minimize risk, place breakable ornaments higher in the tree and put plants well out of reach.
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1. This is a young, male cat. He is super friendly and litter box trained. 2. This is a young, female calico cat. She is very loving and litter box trained. 3. This is a young, male Walker Hound. He is very friendly. All residents of the City of Centralia who own a dog or cat are required to purchase a city tag for each animal. They can be purchased at City Hall. Failure to purchase this tag can result in a $150.00 fine. If you are interested in a Pet of the Week, or any animal, call 533-7647 or visit the Centralia Animal Shelter. Directions to the shelter are as follows: Turn south at the intersection of Hwy. 161 E. (McCord) and Airport Rd. Go 1-1/2 miles, then turn left on Copple Rd. Go 1/2 mile to Woods Lane, turn left to shelter on left. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. ADOPT AN ANIMAL, SAVE A LIFE! Visit Us On Petfinder: petfinder.com/shelters/IL415.html Visit Us On Facebook: facebook.com/centralia.animalcontrol
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sionally. (This also is helpful in keeping pets’ stress levels down.). © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Raise Your Paw If You Want Your Picture Taken! Send us a cute photo of your fuzzy child and we may print it in our next edition of Paws & Claws. Send photos to P.O. Box 1223, Centralia, IL 62801 or email to info@theshoppersweekly.com. Or drop your photo by our office at 301 E. Broadway, Centralia.
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centralia humane society 1. Ruben is a three-year-old Boxer mix. He is a great dog, but he is a little afraid of kids due to previous abuse. Reuben is neutered, but potty trained, current on shots, and microchipped. 2. Cleo is a seven-year-old Domestic Shorthair. She is very sweet and a mild mannered girl. Cleo is spayed, litter boa trained, microchipped, and current on shots. 3. Abby is a four-year-old, female Yorkie. She is very shy, because she was only used for breeding and didn't get much socialization with people. Abby is spayed, microchip, and current shots. 4. Emmy is a one-year-old, male tabby. He is a great cat and is always happy! He would be great with kids, and is looking for a forever home. Emmy is neutered, litter box trained, current on shots, and microchipped. Please consider adopting any of these Centralia orphans; it really does save lives. Every time you adopt a pet, you help us save another! If you can give these or other cats or dogs a good home please contact the Centralia Humane Society House of Hope, 8190 Shattuc Road, Centralia.
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MCCARTER SEEKS REPEAL OF LAW PROHIBITING SALE OF AFFORDABLE FIREARMS State Sen. Kyle McCarter is seeking to end Illinois’ prohibition on the sale of firearms made from metal alloys. The 54th District Senator introduced Senate Bill 2209 December 15. “Firearms are expensive and unfortunately too expensive for some citizens who wish to exercise their Second Amendment right and provide for their and their family’s protection,� said McCarter (R-Lebanon). “My legislation repeals Illinois’ so-called ‘Meltingpoint’ law, which would allow licensed firearm dealers to begin offering and selling more affordable weapons.� Five states, including Illinois, ban the sale of handguns made with metal alloys, such as zinc because of a lower melting point compared to firearms made with a homogeneous metal like steel. The Illinois regulation applies to firearms with a barrel, slide, frame or receiver that will melt or deform at a temperature of less than 800 degrees Fahrenheit, commonly referred to as the meltingpoint law. “The current prohibition of less-costly firearms effectively sets a high minimum price for hand-
guns,â€? said McCarter. “Not everyone can afford those weapons. Limiting the availability of cheaper firearms discriminates against those citizens who cannot afford the higher-priced premium weapons. Sen. McCarter cites a research paper by former law professor and federal prosecutor T. Markus Funk to support his call for repeal. "Gun Control And Economic Discrimination: The Melting-Point Case-InPoint" dispels some popular misconceptions about melting-point laws. Funk looked at the primary arguments for such regulation, such as their lower-quality content calling into question their usefulness to sportsmen and increased difficulty for law enforcement to investigate firearm offenses, and reducing access to firearms by criminals. Funk wrote, The sportsmen argument, ‘erroneously assumes that the only legitimate use of handguns will be for sport. Many citizens buy handguns for selfdefense‌a significant percentage of the public agrees that "personal protection" is a legitimate reason for owning a gun‌’ Regarding police investigations of gun crimes, Funk
found, ‘According to ballistics experts, cheaper guns, such as those which do not meet the melting-point law requirements, are no harder to trace ballistically than their more expensive counterparts.’ On the issue of increasing criminal access to firearms, Professor Funk cites a threeyear, federally-funded study by Professors James Wright and Peter Rossi from the University of Massachusetts that found: ‘There appear to be no strong causal connections between private gun ownership and the crime rate.... There is no compelling evidence that private weaponry is an important cause of ... violent criminality. It is commonly hypoth-
esized that much criminal violence, especially homicide, occurs simply because the means of lethal violence (firearms) are readily at hand, and thus, that much homicide would not occur were firearms generally less available. There is no persuasive evidence that supports this view.’ Sen. McCarter said while its true firearms that fail to meet Illinois’ current melting-point law are made of lesser-quality materials, they are also less expensive and more affordable for those who cannot purchase more expensive handguns. Sen. McCarter said 45 states and the federal government have no meltingpoint regulation.
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Project Pride is a seasonal neighborhood recognition program sponsored by Keep Centralia Beautiful. The recognition is presented to homes and businesses that have made a notable contribution to their neighborhood through beautification and upkeep of their property. The City of Centralia has been divided into eight sections. One home in each section, along with one local business, will be presented with this honor during the months of May through December. This award is to those contributing to the beautification of their neighborhood. This year’s committee will make their tours around the city to choose the homes and one business each month. The homes chosen will be provided a sign for their yard for that month, a certificate and recognition in the Shoppers Weekly. Thank you in advance for making a
dedicated commitment to this program and your neighborhood. More people are taking pride in their yards and neighborhoods by putting time and effort into making their property a true asset to the community. After their hard work, they can enjoy the fruits of their toil and perhaps be recognized for helping make Centralia beautiful one neighborhood at a time. Centralia Clean and Green recently chose the properties pictured below as winners in the Project Pride program. Please feel free to call MiMi at 618-3224483 with the names and addresses of individuals you feel deserve this award. Thanks for helping Keep Centralia Beautiful. Pictured are some of the December 2015 winners. See next week's paper for more winners.
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The Christmas Story The Christmas story of the birth of Jesus Christ has inspired a countless number of songs, literature, music, and selfless and noble deeds. Millions of lives have been transformed by the babe born in a stable. The Christmas story is His story, the birth of Christ, Immanuel, “God with us.” Ancient prophecies foretold, with pin-point accuracy, the virgin birth, the exact village and the surrounding events as well as the descriptive names of Christ. (Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7; Micah 5:2) The gospels give us the miraculous details of the Christmas Story. Each Christmas Eve, my wife and I have read the biblical narrative of the Christmas story. The great Christmas carol, “Joy to the World” by Isaac Watts and George F Handel, calls us to rejoice in the incarnation of Christ. The third verse focuses our attention on the reason for His coming. “No more let sins and sorrows grow; nor thorns infest the ground; He comes to make, His blessings flow; Far as the curse is found; Far as the curse is found; Far
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as, far as the curse is found.” A Christmas wreath is a perfect symbol for the season. It is a symbol of eternal life. But the crown of thorns is the reason for the season; for Christ came to die for the sins of the world and bear the curse of sin for all who will believe. (John 3:16) The classic movie, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” portrays the Christmas story in a simple and moving way as they act out the gospel narrative. This Christmas season read the scripture narrative and, as Mary did, ponder some of these glorious events of the Christmas story. THE SOVEREIGN LORD CONDUCTED AND ORC H E S T R AT E D T H E EVENTS OF CHRISTMAS. The providence of God directed Joseph to take Mary to be registered by the decree of Caesar Augustus. “And she brought forth her first born Son and wrapped Him in swaddling clothes and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:1-) If God can orchestrate all of the events of Christmas, can’t you trust Him to direct your life?
The Lord of heaven was born in a stable. To have a stable life and a stable family, bow before the one born in a stable. Don’t be like the inn-keeper who had no room for Christ. THE SHEPHERDS WERE THE FIRST TO HEAR THE GOOD NEWS OF CHRIST’S BIRTH. “Then the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy.” (Luke 2:8-10) The angels first appeared to lowly, ordinary shepherds. Christ came to preach the gospel to the poor, needy, and ordinary men like most of us. This boggles my mind and thrills my soul. THE SAVIOR IS BORN. “The angels announced, ‘For there is born to you this day, in the city of David, a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.’” (Luke 2:11) Jesus was born to be the Savior. The angel announced to Joseph, “And you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their
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The History Behind Some Beloved Christmas Songs
Holiday traditions vary from family to family, but one component of the holidays that seems to be universally enjoyed is a good Christmas song. Music is piped throughout malls and stores to entertain shoppers, and favorite tunes may be on the radio or streamed through a digital music service as families decorate their homes. Many people may love Christmas songs and carols, but not everyone shares the same favorites. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of material when it comes to Christmas songs, ensuring there’s something for everyone. In 2014, Time magazine researched records at the U.S. Copyright Office to determine the most popular and most recorded Christmas songs since 1978. when copyright registrations were digitized. The following are some
originally was written for the Bob Hope film, “The Lemon Drop Kid.” Songwriter Jay Livingston wanted to title the song “Tinkle Bell,” but his wife dissuaded him from using the word “tinkle.” • “White Christmas”: Irving Berlin believed his song “White Christmas” would be an instant hit. His prediction was correct, especially after singer Bing Crosby recorded it. • “Jingle Bells”: Although it has become one of the more popular Christmas songs, “Jingle Bells” really was written for Thanksgiving. It’s also one of the oldest holiday songs of American origin. James Lord Pierpont, the song’s author, was inspired by the famous sleigh races of Medford, Massachusetts. • “Do You Hear What I Hear”: Noel Regney wrote this song as a call to peace during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The original of the more beloved holiday tunes context has long been forgotten, and “Do You Hear What I Hear” is and a bit of history about each now a staple of holiday celebrasong. tions. • “Silent Night”: One of the • “Santa Claus is Coming to most rerecorded songs in history Town”: James Gillespie wrote this (733 versions since 1978), “Silent tune while riding a subway and Night,” was composed in 1818 by reminiscing about his childhood Franz Xaver Gruber and put to with his brother. It became a hit lyrics by Joseph Mohr. It was first after being performed at the performed on Christmas Eve at St. famed Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Nicholas parish church in Parade. Oberndorf, a village in Austria. • “The Christmas Song”: This Today’s version is a slow lullaby, classic Christmas song was but it’s believed the original was a written in 1944 by Bob Wells and dance-like tune in 6/8 time. Mel Tormé. It’s usually subtitled • “O Holy Night”: This popular “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open song was composed by Adolphe Fire.” The song was written during Adam in 1847 to a French poem a heat wave as a way to think cool titled, “Minuit, chrétiens thoughts. It only took 40 minutes (Midnight, Christians).” Many to write the music and some of notable performers, including the lyrics. Nat King Cole’s rendiPerry Como, Céline Dion, Josh tion of the song is among the Groban, Michael Crawford, and more popular versions. Lea Michele, have performed “O Christmas songs are enjoyed Holy Night.” and performed year after year. • “Silver Bells”: Now a Popular songs continue to endure Christmas classic, “Silver Bells” and attract new fans.
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The Story Of The Birth Of Jesus
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Christmas traditions focus on several different aspects of family and spiritual life. While many stories are shared around Christmastime, perhaps none bears more significance than the origin of the Christmas celebration. Sharing the Christmas story is an integral part of holiday gatherings, reminding families that faith is foremost during this festive time of year. The Conception of Jesus Mary was a woman living in the Galilee area of Nazareth. She was engaged to a Jewish carpenter named Joseph. An angel visited the Virgin Mary and told her that she would conceive a child — a son — by the power of the Holy Spirit. When the son was born, she would name him Jesus. Mary questioned the angel, who reassured her that anything was possible by God and that Jesus would be God’s own son. Joseph was troubled when he found out Mary was with child and even considered breaking their engagement, which was allowed under Jewish law. But God soon sent another angel, this time to Joseph, in a dream. The angel reassured Joseph that his marriage to Mary and the birth of this child were His will. Joseph awoke from his dream and took Mary as his wife soon after, ready and willing to raise the child despite the public humiliation he may experience.
The Census During this time the Romans had control over many parts of the world, including where Joseph and Mary resided. Ruler Caesar Augustus decreed that every person living under Roman rule had to return to his town of origin to participate in a census so everyone could be taxed accordingly. Joseph, hailing from Bethlehem, had to return to this town with his very pregnant bride. They traveled for many days and, upon arriving in Bethlehem, found that the inns were full and there was no available lodging. Mary and Joseph took shelter in a stable and prepared to welcome their son. Jesus’ Arrival According to the Gospel of Luke, Mary gave birth to her firstborn, a son, while in the stable. She wrapped him in cloth and placed him in a manger because there was no guest room available for them. And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he
is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.” So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. — Luke Chapter 2 Many people visited the baby Jesus, including three wise men from the East who traveled by following a guiding star to bestow gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh on the baby king. When Joseph and Mary had performed all the things necessary according to the law of the Lord, they returned to Nazareth with Jesus, who was growing strong in spirit and filled with wisdom and the grace of God.
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CHRISTMAS TIDBITS TO PUT YOU IN THE
Holiday Spirit
The holiday season has arrived, and millions of people across the globe will be celebrating Christmas with their families and friends. The following are some interesting tidbits to share with your loved ones this holiday season.
• Despite the common tale that three wise men paid homage to baby Jesus, the Bible never specifically calls out a number. Similarly, there's no specific indication that they visited the infant Jesus. Their visit may have occurred when Jesus was older.
• Male reindeer tend to shed their antlers in the winter. This means Santa's reindeer are likely female. • Christ may have been born in a cave rather than a manger. According to the gospel of Luke, the shepherds that helped find shelter for Mary to give birth kept their flock in a cave. The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem is built over a cave called the Grotto of the Nativity, where Jesus is believed to have been born.
• Each year, more than three • Santa Claus' modern look was billion Christmas cards are sent in inspired by writings from The the United States alone. Knickerbockers of New York and imagery from Clement Clarke • In 350 AD, Pope Julius I, Moore's "A Visit from St. Nicholas." bishop of Rome, proclaimed Moore denied authoring the December 25 the official famous poem for 15 years after it • Many people may be less celebration date for the birth of was published anonymously, feeling the poem was beneath his inclined to stand under mistletoe Jesus Christ. Many historians and talents. waiting for a kiss if they knew what theologians have surmised that "mistletoe" means in the ancient Christ really wasn't born this time • Santa has his own official Germanic language. It literally of year, thanks to imagery and postal code. It's H0 H0 H0. means "dung on a twig," for the information from the Bible. bird who eats the berries and then • Christmas trees typically grow leaves seeds in droppings to • Christmas carols began as an for 15 years before they're cut and propagate new plants. English custom called "wassailing." sold. This means the tre Individuals toasted neighbors to • Each holiday season, PNC a long and healthy life. • Christmas was not declared Wealth Management calculates an official holiday in the United the costs of the gifts in the song, "The 12 Days of Christmas." The • The song "Jingle Bells" was States until June 26, 1870. price index for the gifts went from originally written for Thanksgiving $12,673 in 1984 to more than and not Christmas. People loved • Before turkey, the traditional $24,000 in 2011. The most it so much that the lyrics were Christmas meal served in England expensive gift is the swimming changed to fit Christmas. was a pig's head and mustard. swans.
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It is the evening of December 24, 1914 and you're literally up to your knees in muck. You are a British soldier in the support trenches of the Western Front during World War One. As a stretcher bearer you've seen the worst of war, but you're eager for a lull in the action and optimistic that the new year will surely bring peace. Despite the miserable and cold conditions, morale is high. The men just received care packages from home and even some gift packages "care of the state," complete with goodies and a note from George V, "May God protect you and bring you safe home." After finishing your Christmas Eve dinner of canned meat and a rock-hard biscuit, you've sought out solitude so you can think about your loved ones back home. In the dim light of the evening's gloaming you hunch over your coffee as if you could receive warmth from the tiny wisp of steam rising from the tin — a stark contrast to your memories of the warmer Christmases of your youth. In a futile attempt to keep warm, your legs involuntarily march in place — an odd dance seemingly performed by each and every man up and down the trenches. Faintly at first, you hear the familiar baritone strains of "Silent Night" on the wind and know that some of the men must be making merry as best they can under the
circumstances. "Alles schläft; einsam wacht..." Then with dawning comprehension you realize that you're hearing the Germans singing in their trenches, some 80 yards across NoMan's-Land. Not just your curiosity has been piqued, as a few of your cohorts emerge from their dugouts to see what's going on. You risk a journey to the front line trench, sloshing through the connecting communications trench and greet the other three bearers of your company who are already standing on the firestep craning their necks to peer over the parapet. Your colleagues point out the miniature, glowing Christmas Trees completely lit up with candles mounted on the top of the German trenches. There are dozens of them, spaced several yards apart. The German caroling grows louder and now there is shouting coming from the enemy trenches that you can't make out, followed by a spontaneous sing-along as the Tommies all up and down your lines have joined in the singing, creating a bizarre cacophony as the English voices collide with the German lyrics drifting across No-Man's Land. The man next to you scoffs and shouts "We'd rather die than sing German!" The answer comes back across No-Man's-Land in English, but with a thick accent, "It vould kill
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us if you did!" Everyone laughs. Too dumbfounded to join in the singing yourself, you watch as the unthinkable unfolds. Three shadowy figures are clambering over the top of the enemy trenches and start moving toward your lines through the pockmarked lunarscape of NoMan's-Land. As the three enemy silhouettes, back lit against their candlelit tannenbaums move closer, you discern that they are unarmed but not empty handed. British soldiers start slogging over the tops of their own trenches as well. Gathering every bit of courage you might not have had on any other night, you too head over the top to shake hands with, joke around with, and exchange gifts with the men who have been trying to kill you for weeks. ————————— The Christmas Truce of 1914 between the British and German forces is a very well-documented and often romanticized phenomenon that occurred during the first Christmas of World War I all along the Western Front. Starting on Christmas Eve of 1914, it's estimated that some 100,000 British and German soldiers put down their rifles and peacefully met in No-Man'sLand, often exchanging gifts and food. In the months leading up to (continued on page 17)
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the Christmas Truce, the German offensive was halted by British and French troops at the outskirts of Paris in the famous Battle of the Marne and the Germans were subsequently pushed back northeast, causing them to dig in and build very well-constructed fortifications. As each side tried to outflank the other and exploit the less defined front lines to the north, the "Race to the Sea" began. With neither side able to break through, the result was a long line of opposing trenches all the way from the North Sea to the Swiss border. The stage was set for four years of bitter trench warfare. The first Christmas Truce began on Christmas Eve near Ypres, Belgium, much like the imagined account above, with the Germans decorating their trenches and caroling. Eventually, the singing and yelling of greetings escalated to the point that tensions were low enough for the enemies to meet in No-Man's-Land to shake hands and exchange gifts. This phenomenon occurred all up and down the lines independently and spontaneously. In some areas there was nothing more than a brief ceasefire to retrieve their fallen comrades, in other areas the unofficial truce went on until New Years Day. A famous account has the Germans bringing a chocolate cake to the British lines and the British presenting a gift of tobacco. Accounts in another area tell of two barrels of French beer from a nearby occupied brewery being presented to the British along with the German officer's assurance that it would not make the British men drunk. The next morning, the Germans yelled over from their trenches, asking how they liked the beer, to which the British replied that it was weak, but they were grateful, nonetheless. Many accounts tell of the exchange of gifts, usually buttons, hats, tobacco, alcohol, chocolate and other things they had on hand. With all the Christmas care packages that both sides received from home or from the state, they had more goodies on hand than usual. One of the most famous stories is about an impromptu game of soccer between Tommy and Fritz played out in a desolate stretch of No-
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Man's-Land. The upper echelons of command on both sides had a very poor view of the proceedings. Accounts tell of how officers on both sides tried in vain to stop the men from leaving the trenches, but eventually had to accept the situation. Others tell of how the stuffy British officers caved in and joined the festivities themselves when they saw the German officers out in the open. The Christmas Truce of 1914 is not the only instance in which informal ceasefires were arranged. In some places, the opposing trenches were no more than 30 yards apart, well within the range for the soldiers to yell greetings (or insults) at each other and there were cases when special arrangements had been struck up between the sides to retrieve fallen comrades and conduct burials. There have even been cases of opposing nighttime patrols meeting in the dark and exchanging a few words or a cigarette before continuing on their respective ways. However, there has never been anything as large and widespread as the unofficial truces of the Christmas of 1914 before or since. Many factors have been attributed to the possibility of the Christmas Truce. Both sides were very optimistic about their chances for victory when the Spring offensive started up again. Morale was high too because both sides had been receiving the aforementioned letters of thanks and care packages from home and from the
state. They had no idea of the brutal quagmire that was in store for them in the coming years. The most horrible, grueling and inhumane tortures like poison gas were yet to be seen. It's been speculated that these factors contributed to why no more large scale Christmas Truces occurred throughout the rest of the war, despite some attempts. (Not to mention strict prohibitions from the high command on both sides against future fraternizations.) No doubt the biggest factor was that as the horrors of war mounted with each passing year, each side saw their opponents as less and less human. Still, the reason that the Christmas Truce of 1914 captures the hearts and imagination of so many is that it illustrates that we are still human. These stories show how men were overwhelmed with the spirit of goodwill and brotherhood enough to risk their lives, walking into a brutal killing field to shake hands with someone just like them whose only difference is being born in a different country. It shows us that we can separate ourselves from the politics and ideologies that seem to drive so much of mankind today. It shows us the sheer power of the Christmas Spirit and how it can make us better people, (even if most of us may not abide by it 365 days a year!) Most of all, it shows us that even in the midst of a horrible hellscape there just may be hope for mankind after all if we're willing to clamber out of our trenches.
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HANGING STOCKINGS WITH CARE Mantles adorned with garland and other holiday trinkets make fireplaces come alive for Christmas. That magic is only enhanced by hanging Christmas stockings, which are just waiting to be filled with goodies for good girls and boys. Those without a fireplace often hang stockings from windowsills and stairway banisters. No written record exists to explain the origin of hanging stockings on fireplace mantles. Despite this, many people link the tradition to a tale about St. Nicholas. As that story goes, St. Nicholas was traveling through a village when he overheard the plight of three women. They were poor, and their father could not afford an ample dowry to marry them off. Rather than have them end up spinsters, St. Nicholas secretly tossed bags of coins through a window (or down the chimney, depending on which version of the story you read
or hear), and they were captured in the girls’ stockings hanging to dry by the fire. The family was overjoyed to have received such riches. Soon news traveled about the mysterious money in stockings, and other children left out stockings for St. Nicholas to capture their own gifts. The tradition has transformed over the years, and now many children hang stockings by the chimney with the expectation that the stockings will be filled with gifts from Santa. Traditions once suggested that only gifts from Santa were left in stockings, while gifts placed beneath the tree were from family, but that has since changed. Stockings are now meant to hold small gifts while larger items are placed under the tree. Stockings should be hung away from the flames of the fire as a safety precaution. Some children even like to hang individual stockings on their bedposts instead of on a fireplace mantle.
The Legend Of The Christmas Tree Two little children were sitting by the fire one cold winter's night. All at once they heard a timid knock at the door, and one ran to open it. There, outside in the cold and the darkness, stood a child with no shoes upon his feet and clad in thin, ragged garments. He was shivering with cold, and he asked to come in and warm himself. "Yes, come," cried both the children; "you shall have our place by the fire. Come in!" They drew the little stranger to their warm seat and shared their supper with him, and gave him their bed, while they slept on a hard bench. In the night they were awakened by strains of sweet music and, looking out, they saw a band of children in shining garments approaching
the house. They were playing on golden harps, and the air was full of melody. Suddenly the Stranger Child stood before them; no longer cold and ragged, but clad in silvery light. His soft voice said: "I was cold and you took Me in. I was hungry, and you fed Me. I was tired, and you gave Me your bed. I am the Christ Child, wandering through the world to bring peace and happiness to all good children. As you have given to Me, so may this tree every year give rich fruit to you." So saying, He broke a branch from the fir tree that grew near the door, and He planted it in the ground and disappeared. But the branch grew into a great tree, and every year it bore wonderful golden fruit for the kind children.
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COOKIES AND MILK FOR SANTA! Leaving cookies and milk for Santa Claus is a Christmas Eve tradition. Children regularly place a dish of cookies and a glass of milk by the tree on Christmas Eve so that Santa has enough energy to complete all of his giftgiving before kids wake up on Christmas morning. The tradition of leaving cookies out on Christmas
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edible decorations that adorn it. Santa would snack on the ornaments. Even after edible decorations gave way to inedible ornaments, the tradition of leaving a snack for Santa remained. Whatever the origins behind the tradition, millions of children dutifully leave milk and cookies for Santa on Christmas Eve.
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the dough still seems too soft, you can add 1 Tablespoon more flour until it is a better consistency for rolling. Divide the dough into 2 equal parts. Roll each portion out onto a piece of parchment to about 1/4" thickness. Stack the pieces (with paper) onto a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 1 day. Chilling is mandatory. Once chilled, preheat oven to 350F degrees. Line 2-3 large baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. The amount of batches will depend on how large/small you cut your cookies. Remove one of the dough pieces from the refrigerator and using a cookie cutter, cut in shapes. Transfer the cut cookie dough to the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll the remaining dough and continue cutting until all is used. Bake for 8-11 minutes, until very lightly colored on top and around the edges. Make sure you rotate the baking sheet halfway through bake time. My cookies took 9 minutes. Allow to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before icing. No
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Three Kings came riding from far away, Melchior and Gaspar and Baltasar; Three Wise Men out of the East were they, And they travelled by night and they slept by day, For their guide was a beautiful, wonderful star. The star was so beautiful, large and clear, That all the other stars of the sky Became a white mist in the atmosphere, And by this they knew that the coming was near Of the Prince foretold in the prophecy. Three caskets they bore on their saddle-bows, Three caskets of gold with golden keys; Their robes were of crimson silk with rows Of bells and pomegranates and furbelows, Their turbans like blossoming almond-trees. And so the Three Kings rode into the West, Through the dusk of the night, over hill and dell, And sometimes they nodded with beard on breast, And sometimes talked, as they paused to rest, With the people they met at some wayside well. "Of the child that is born," said Baltasar, "Good people, I pray you, tell us the news; For we in the East have seen his star, And have ridden fast, and have ridden far, To find and worship the King of the Jews." And the people answered, "You ask in vain; We know of no King but Herod the Great!" They thought the Wise Men were men insane, As they spurred their horses across the plain, Like riders in haste, who cannot wait.
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And when they came to Jerusalem, Herod the Great, who had heard this thing, Sent for the Wise Men and questioned them; And said, "Go down unto Bethlehem, And bring me tidings of this new king." So they rode away; and the star stood still, The only one in the grey of morn; Yes, it stopped —it stood still of its own free will, Right over Bethlehem on the hill, The city of David, where Christ was born. And the Three Kings rode through the gate and the guard, Through the silent street, till their horses turned And neighed as they entered the great inn-yard; But the windows were closed, and the doors were barred, And only a light in the stable burned. And cradled there in the scented hay, In the air made sweet by the breath of kine, The little child in the manger lay, The child, that would be king one day Of a kingdom not human, but divine. His mother Mary of Nazareth Sat watching beside his place of rest, Watching the even flow of his breath, For the joy of life and the terror of death Were mingled together in her breast. They laid their offerings at his feet: The gold was their tribute to a King, The frankincense, with its odor sweet, Was for the Priest, the Paraclete, The myrrh for the body's burying. And the mother wondered and bowed her head, And sat as still as a statue of stone, Her heart was troubled yet comforted, Remembering what the Angel had said Of an endless reign and of David's throne. Then the Kings rode out of the city gate, With a clatter of hoofs in proud array; But they went not back to Herod the Great, For they knew his malice and feared his hate, And returned to their homes by another way.
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shark think that the boat is another animal (that is to say: dinner). â&#x20AC;˘ If you're fond of fancy cocktails, you probably won't be surprised to learn that the words "mai tai" are actually Tahitian for "the very best.". *** Thought for the Day: "I would rather try to persuade a man to go along, because once I have persuaded him he will stick. If I scare him, he will stay just as long as he is scared, and then he is gone."â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dwight D. Eisenhower Š 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.
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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE
The undersigned person(s) does (do) hereby certify that my (our) business is or is to be conducted or transacted under the name of Untouchable Detailing And Car Wash, that its location is or will be at the address of 318 Haussler, Centralia, IL, 62801, in the County of Marion, State of Illinois, and that the true or real full name(s) of the person(s) owning, conducting or transacting the same, with the post office or address(es) of said person(s) is shown as below.
Richard McKinney 1001 E Broadway Centralia, IL 62801
201 Business & Services
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} SS: COUNTY OF MARION } I, a Notary Public in and for the county and state aforesaid, do hereby certify that Richard McKinney is/are the same person(s) who personally appeared before me this day and duly acknowledged that they executed the above certificate and that the statements contained therein are true. Dated this 7th day of December, 2015 Lori L. McElroy Notary Public 12-30 STATE OF ILLINOIS } } SS: COUNTY OF MARION } I, Steven A. Fox, County Clerk of Marion County, in the State aforesaid, do hereby certify that the within is a true and correct copy of an Assumed Name Certificate on file in my office. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at my office in Salem, Illinois, this 7th day of December, 2015. Steven A. Fox / LM Marion County Clerk & Recorder
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I (we) further certify that the nature of my (our) aforementioned business is: Car wash and detail shop. Dated this 7th day of December, 2015. Richard McKinney STATE OF ILLINOIS
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CRUISE DEALS available for a limited time. Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Carnival and Norwegian. Hurry as these offers won’t last! Call 877-270-7260 or go to NCPTRAVEL.COM to research.
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Got Knee Pain? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a pain-relieving brace at little or NO cost to you. Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1- 800-604-2613 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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LIVING WITH BACK PAIN, NECK PAIN or WRIST PAIN? Medicare recipients may qualify to receive a pain relieving brace at little or no cost, plus get Free Shipping. Call now to speak with a Rapid Relief back pain specialist! 844-887-0082 (MCN)
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DISH NETWORK - $19 Special, includes FREE Premium Movie Channels (HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, and Starz) and Blockbuster at home for 3 months. Free installation and equipment. Call NOW! 1-866-820-4030 (MCN)
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$14.99 SATELLITE TV. Includes free installation. High speed internet for less than $.50 a day. Low cost guarantee. Ask about our FREE IPAD with Dish Network. Call today 1-855-331-6646 (Not available in NE) (MCN)
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ELIMINATE CELLULITE and Inches in weeks! All natural. Odor free. Works for men or women. Free month supply on select packages. Order now! 855-738-3083 (MCN)
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DIRECTV Starting at $19.99/mo. FREE Installation. FREE 3 months of HBO SHOWTIME CINEMAX, STARZ. FREE HD/DVR Upgrade! 2015 NFL Sunday Ticket Included (Select Packages) New Customers Only. CALL 1-800-203-4378 (MCN)
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Join us in Texas! Would you like to get away from the cold snowy winters? Why not hook up your RV and come on down to J-5 in Mission, TX. We are a small park with a country setting yet we have lots of shopping nearby. Lots of activities in the park. We have specials for 1st time residents. Call us at 956682-7495 or 515-229-1540 or email us at tdtuttle@hotmail.com (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Tired of the snow? Become a Winter Texan where the sun meets the gulf. Over 100 RV resorts and retirement communities for you to choose from. RV sites, fully furnished rentals and more. For more information visit www.rgvparks.org (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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The Shoppers Weekly Papers Centralia / Salem Area
Wednesday, December 23 2015
A Note of Thanks From Our Board of Directors To Our Loyal Customers at Christmas.
Mike Hanenberger, Tom Anderson, Dr. Charles Brink, Charles Simpson and Glenn Knolhoff
Wishing You Health, Happiness and Prosperity This Holiday Season and Throughout the Coming Year!
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