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ALL ABOUT APPLES

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It’s National Apple Week, and there’s no better time for Tidbits to take a look at one of the world’s favorite fruits!

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• There are more than 7,500 known varieties of apples, each with its own specific characteristics and qualities.

Some are tart, some are sweet. Some are meant for eating fresh, some for cooking, and still others for cider production.

• The Malus domestica, the apple tree, originated in eastern Turkey. More apples are grown in China than any other nation, about half of the world’s supply. The United States is a distant second, producing about 5% of the world’s apples, while Turkey is in third place. About 70 million tons of apples are grown worldwide annually.

• When the Pilgrims arrived in North America in the 17th century, they discovered crabapples, but disliked their sour and woody taste. The colonists requested that seeds and cuttings be sent from England on subsequent voyages, and North America’s first apple orchard was planted in Boston in 1625. During the early 1800s, Massachusetts native John Chapman traveled across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois planting apple trees, and became known as Johnny Appleseed.

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ALL ABOUT APPLES (continued): • In 1820, a London sea captain brought seeds to North America’s western coast, the origin of the state of Washington’s apple crop, the largest in the U.S. More than 60% of America’s apple crop of 220,000,000 bushels are grown in Washington.

That’s a lot of apples, considering that one bushel is 48 lbs. (21.8 kg.)!

• Although we think of Eve convincing Adam to eat a forbidden apple in the Garden of Eden, the Bible’s Book of Genesis does not actually identify the fruit as an apple. It refers to it as the fruit of the “tree of the knowledge of good and evil.” In ancient languages, the word “apple” was used as a generic term for any round fruit that grew on a tree, bringing about the common misconception that Eve was tempted with an apple.

• Apples were associated with pagan religious practices and as mythological symbols. Norse mythology portrays apples as a source of eternal youthfulness, while Greek and Roman myths refer to the fruit as a symbol of love and beauty.

Remains of apples have been found in the graves of early Germanic people • The Jonathan apple is mostly red with patches of lime green. There are differences of opinion as to how this variety got its name. Some say an Ohio woman, Rachel Higley, was responsible for discovering it in 1804, and cultivating an orchard of this tart fruit, naming it after her husband Jonathan. Others claim it was first discovered in 1826 in Woodstock, New York, and was named after Jonathan Hasbrouck, who first introduced the fruit.

• The McIntosh apple has its origins in Canada, discovered by John McIntosh on his Ontario farm in 1811.

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APPLES (continued): • The flavor of the Golden Delicious apple varies depending on the climate. When grown in a cool climate, the amount of acid increases, resulting in a sweeter taste, while in a warmer climate, the acid quantity is lower, and the apple has a milder flavor.

This variety was first discovered on a West Virginia farm in 1890 and was known as the Mullins Yellow Seedling for 25 years before being renamed. The Golden Delicious has been used as a parent to develop several other varieties including the Gala, Ambrosia, Pink lady, and Jonagold.

• The number of apples imported from New Zealand is increasing every year. The popular Braeburn apple was developed there in 1952, and another favorite, the Gala, was cultivated in New Zealand beginning in the 1970s.

• The phrase “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is a common one. But where did it originate? The first recorded use of the old proverb is in the 1860s in a Pembrokeshire, Wales, publication in a little different form: “Eat an apple on going to bed, and you’ll keep the doctor from earning his bread.”

• It’s certainly true that apples help keep a person healthy. They are loaded with nutrients and antioxidants that keep the body on track. Their supply of Vitamin C helps the body resist infection and disease, while an apple’s B-complex vitamins are vital to a healthy metabolism. Its potassium content aids in controlling heart rate and blood pressure.

• Apples are full of fiber, about 4 grams in a medium-size fruit. Research has shown that those who eat high-fiber foods have a higher protection against Parkinson’s Disease and high cholesterol.

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APPLES (continued): • How about some positive percentages? The American Association for Cancer Research tells us that eating apples can reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by up to 23%. Women who eat one apple every day are 28% less likely to develop Type 2 diabetes, while other studies indicate that the apple’s antioxidants contribute to a 15% reduced likelihood of developing cataracts.

• Pregnant women who regularly consume apples are less likely to have children with asthma. Apple eaters have better lung function. Apples can even aid in preventing tooth decay by stimulating the production of saliva, which lowers the levels of the mouth’s bacteria. And they’re low in calories – about 95 in one medium-sized apple. With all these health benefits, why wouldn’t we all want to have an apple a day?

• Apples also have their place in folklore. Legend has it that if you can peel an apple in one long strip, then toss it backwards over your left shoulder, the shape made by the peel will be the initial of your future spouse. An old wives’ tale says that warts can be cured by cutting an apple into the number of pieces equal to the number of warts. Rub each apple piece on a wart, then bury the pieces. As the fruit rots in the ground, the warts are said to disappear.

During Yuletide, many cultures engage in the ancient custom of wassailing the apple trees to drive away bad luck and ensure a good harvest. Farmers choose one tree, and the village folk gather round it, drinking to the tree with cider. Cider is also thrown over the roots, followed by placing a piece of bread soaked in cider into a fork of the tree’s branches.

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Reynolds agrees to join on the condition that he gets to choose his own team. Instead of picking from the top agents the CIA recommends, Reynolds goes with a group of “throwaways,” those deemed expendable and seemingly the worst in the organization. Led by Lt. Col. Christopher Holden (Caan), and including gungho combat specialist Dan Fisher (Dillon), the throwaways have to track and take down a cyber-terrorist who is threatening mass destruction. Look for the film on Crackle this December. *** Q: I am so addicted to “Outlander.” Can you tell me when the second half of season one will air? -- Jeanne D., via email A: Outlander returns from its winter hiatus with eight more episodes beginning April 4 on Starz. You, I and millions of other fans will have to wait patiently for six months to see Jamie rescue Claire from Black Jack Randall. I know it’s going to seem like forever. Here’s to hoping they don’t split up season two like that, right? *** Q: Is there seriously going to be a “Zoolander” sequel? I loved the first one, but I wonder how good a second one will be. -- Justin R. in Oklahoma A: Rumors have been swirling for years about a sequel, and Will Ferrell confirmed in September that “Zoolander 2” is happening, and that his character, Mugatu, will be a part of it. Justin Theroux is rumored to be directing the movie, which he co-wrote with Ben Stiller, who will co-star along with Owen Wilson. The plot has Derek Zoolander (played by Stiller) and Hansel (Wilson) trying to compete against younger models as an opposing company tries to force them out of the business. I guess the Zoolander Center for Kids Who Can’t Read Good didn’t do so well, and Derek had to return to modeling to make ends meet. *** Q: With Halloween approaching, can you tell me if there will be another “Good Witch” movie? -- Patsy R., via email A: Catherine Bell and company are returning to the Hallmark Channel on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 9/8c with the premiere of “The Good Witch’s Wonder.” With the popularity of the movies, be on the lookout for “The Good Witch” television series in early 2015.

Write to Cindy at King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475; or e-mail her at letters@cindyelavsky.com. (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Moonstone, one of June’s birthstones (along with Alexandrite and Pearl), has a mysterious shimmer like that of a bright summer moon. A lovely moonstone gem will play with the light and shadows using the discreet colors of beige-brown, green, orange, brown or blue making it an ideal stone for jewelry.

Some call it a “lover’s stone” because it brings to mind soft, tender feelings and transmits the true joy of love. It is also believed that your intuition and wisdom are increased when you wear a moonstone.

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Cindy Rose *** Colin Farrell and Vince Vaughn have taken over for Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson in the new season of HBO’s “True Detective.” The story revolves around three cops and a career criminal who navigate a web of conspiracy after a murder. *** When Dan Stevens left the role of Matthew Crawley on “Downton Abbey” after 25 episodes between 2010 and 2012 to break into films, no one had any idea how well he’d do. Currently, he can be seen in theaters in “Walk Among the Tombstones” with Liam Neeson, and his own starring vehicle, “The Guest.” He’ll next be seen as Sir Lancelot in “Night at the Museum: Secrets of the Tomb” (out Dec. 19) with Ben Stiller, Ben Kingsley, Owen Wilson, Dick Van Dyke and the final performances of Robin Williams and Mickey Rooney.

Stevens also stars in “The Cobbler” with Adam Sandler, Dustin Hoffman and Steve Buscemi, awaiting a release date, while “Criminal Activities” with John Travolta is slated to open June 1. Stevens currently is filming “The Ticket” on the streets of New York. His gamble to leave “Downton Abbey” to star on Broadway, with Jessica Chastain in “The Heiress,” has really paid off. We’ll be seeing a lot of him in the future. *** “The Lion King” went from an animated film to the Broadway stage so successfully that after 17 years, it has earned $6.2 billion worldwide and has taken in more money than any other film in the history of movies. Even “Avatar,” the No. 1 grossing film of all time, earned only $2.8 billion. Ah, but then there’s “Avatar 2, 3 and 4” coming, along with the prequel! *** Barbra Streisand said in a recent interview that she would only star in the classic film “Gypsy” next year. She said, “I began my film career in ‘Funny Girl’ and it only seems fitting to end it with ‘Gypsy.’” Her love interest, Herbie, could be played by her husband, James Brolin. If there has to be nepotism ... keep it in the family!

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Event challenges horse trainers Competition will bring together top horsemen working with novice animals ELIZABETH, Colo – For centuries, training horses has been a major part of ranch work worldwide.

The key, all horsemen say, comes in the early stages of a colt’s development.

“The funnest time of training horses is the first few days,” said Victor Sundquist, a lifelong trainer from Olathe, Colo.

Such is the foundation for Colt Starting Challenge USA, an association of two-day competitions that feature trainers utilizing natural horsemanship methods with young horses. The next event is scheduled 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10, and 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, at Silver Buckle Ranch in Elizabeth.

Sundquist is a two-time champion who has excelled at numerous challenges, most recently at the event in Cortez, Colo., where he walked away with the championship.

“In the first two days, the colt is able to learn new things really fast,” said Sundquist, 20, now in his fifth year of training professionally. “It’s amazing what you can do in the first hour. I’ve actually been able to stand up on a horse in the first couple of hours.”

That quick timeline becomes quite evident during the Colt Starting Challenge. Each trainer is matched with a horse via random draw; the colts have not been started and have never been saddled nor bridled. The trainers will work with the animals over the course of two two-hour sessions set up over two days, and judges will determine which of the trainers wins.

“We will have two hours of work the first day with a half-hour break in between,” said Russell Beatty, who founded the Colt Starting Challenge USA. “This is all done with an audience, and each contestant has a microphone so that when it’s their time to talk, they can say what they’re doing and why they’re doing it.

“The second day has two 45-minute sessions with a break in between. After the second session, we tear down the round pens, set up our obstacle course and the contestants ride their horse through the obstacle course.

The winner gets a buckle.”

The contestants love the idea.

“I honestly see this as a great idea with a great future, which is why I’m doing it,” said Bob Mundy of Norco, Calif., who has competed in two events, including one victory. “I really like the whole philosophy behind it.

This gives the smaller guy, the guy that has no name, the opportunity to go out and show his skills and promote himself.

“I also think it educates people, because you will have four guys who do things similarly but they do them differently.”

It’s a brilliant opportunity for horse owners to see what professional trainers can accomplish in a short amount of time.

“For anybody that does this, our goal is to promote how we go about it,” Mundy said. “I like colt starting because I like being able to start horses and get them a good foundation. The first few days with a horse makes all the difference in a horse.

“The people who come to these events can see the different methods coming together. They can see the different things going on. I really see the Colt Starting Challenge growing and making something positive. I think it’s something that’s needed. What I really like about it is, in the competitions I did, everybody was really helpful. We’re there to support each other. We want everybody to succeed.”

It’s that type of progress that makes the Colt Starting Challenges a draw not only for competitors but also for horse-loving fans who come to see the trainers at work.

They can take some of the lessons they learn inside the arena back home or consider utilizing one of the trainers with their animals. The shows are set up in a fan-friendly environment that makes each performance enlightening.

“It’s really fun because it’s something new,” Sundquist said. “I really enjoy it and think it’s awesome.”

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1. Who was the first player to appear in a World Series for three different teams?

2. Name the player to lead the National League in stolen bases the most seasons.

3. In 2013, Washington State quarterback Connor Halliday set an NCAA FBS record for most pass attempts in a game. How many was it?

4. Carmelo Anthony set a New York Knicks record in 2014 for most points in a game (62).

Who had held the team mark?

5. Who holds the Michigan State Spartans record for most career shutouts by a hockey goalie?

6. Name the last woman driver before Susie Wolff in 2014 to take part in a Formula One race weekend.

7. When was the last time before 2014 that neither of tennis’ Williams sisters played a singles match during the second week of Wimbledon?

Answers 1. Andy Pafko, with the Chicago Cubs (1945), Brooklyn Dodgers (‘52) and Milwaukee Braves (‘57, ‘58).

2. Max Carey led the N.L. in steals in 10 different seasons.

3. He had 89 pass attempts against Oregon.

4. Bernard King tallied 60 points in a game in 1984.

5. Ryan Miller recorded 26 shutouts between 1999 and 2002.

6. Giovanna Amati, in 1992.

7. It was 2006.

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What Are the Key USES of Cash?

As an investor, you may find that the elements of your portfolio that seem to draw most of your attention are stocks and bonds. After all, these investment vehicles, and others derived from them, provide you with potential growth and income opportunities — which is Cindy Rose why you invest in the first place.

Yet, you also may find significant value in a more humble financial asset: cash. In fact, you might be surprised at the various ways in which the cash, and cash equivalents, in your portfolio can help you complete your financial picture.

One way to understand the uses of cash is to look at the “USES” of cash. In other words, consider the acronym USES: Unexpected expenses and emergencies — You’ll need sufficient cash for situations such as a job loss, a home repair or an unplanned medical expense. During your working years, you should keep three to six months’ worth of living expenses in a cash account specifically designed to meet unexpected expenses.

Once you’re retired, you may be able to get by on a smaller emergency fund — up to three months’ worth of living expenses, although you will need more for everyday spending.

Specific short-term savings goal — Are you anticipating a big expense —a wedding, a big vacation, a down payment on a new home, etc. — sometime within the next few years? If so, you’ll want to set aside sufficient cash, with the exact amount depending on your specific short-term goal.

Everyday spending — It goes without saying that you’ll need adequate cash for your everyday spending needs — groceries, utilities, entertainment, mortgage/debt payments, and so on. Of course, while you’re working, you will probably handle most of these costs with your paychecks, but you may still need to set aside one or two months’ worth of living expenses. Once you’re retired, though, it’s a somewhat different story. While your expenses may go down in some areas (such as costs associated with employment), they are likely to go up in others (such as health care). So your overall cost of living may not drop much, if at all. Consequently, it may be a good idea to set aside 12 months’ worth of living expenses, after incorporating other sources of income, such as Social Security and outside employment. In addition, you’ll have to decide on the most efficient way of drawing on your other sources of income, including Social Security and investment accounts such as an IRA, a 401(k), etc. It’s especially important to create a sustainable withdrawal strategy for your investment portfolio because you don’t want to run the risk of outliving your money.

Source of investment — You’ll want to have some cash available in your portfolio — perhaps 2% to 3% of the portfolio’s value — to take advantage of investment opportunities as they arise. Also, having even a small percentage of your portfolio devoted to cash can modestly improve your overall diversification — and a diversified portfolio is your best defense against market volatility. (Keep in mind, though, that diversification can’t guarantee a profit or protect against loss.)

So, there you have it: four key USES of cash. Taken together, they provide some good reasons to keep at least a modest “stream” of liquid assets in your portfolio.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Cindy Rose, Financial Advisor 2195 N Highway 83 #23 - Franktown, CO 80116 303.688-2127 Member SIPC

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by Samantha Weaver • It was President John F. Kennedy who defined happiness as “the full use of your powers along lines of excellence.”

• Any novelty seeker planning a trip to Japan ought to include a trip to the town of Susami, home to the world’s deepest underwater postbox. A scuba diver who would like to send a unique message should head to the local dive shop and buy a special water-resistant postcard, then use an oil-based marker to write the message. On a dive off the town’s coast, the diver can head down 30 feet to deposit the mail in a red postbox, which is checked every few days by a dive-shop employee. All the postcards are then taken to the local post office and sent on to the recipients.

• Considering the ever-increasing cost of postage, you might be surprised to learn that the U.S. Postal Service was free until 1863.

• Milton Hershey, creator of the iconic Hershey Bar and founder of the Pennsylvania company town that bears his name, grew up in a Mennonite family, working on the family farm. He had no formal schooling past the fourth grade. He served as an apprentice to a candy maker, then started his own confectionery. It failed. His second attempt also was a failure. His third attempt in the candy business was such a success that he sold the company for a large profit in 1900. He immediately used the proceeds from that sale to come up with his own formula for milk chocolate and create the Hershey Company.

• Those who study such things say that 20 percent of American men have spent at least one night in jail. *** Thought for the Day: “The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work.” -- Pablo Picasso (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

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