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THE WHYS OF TIES ● Wearing bits of cloth around the neck dates back to time immemorial. In the days before laundromats were invented, strips of cloth were worn around the neck because it kept the collar of the shirt from getting dirty. It was far easier to wash a narrow strip of cloth than it was to wash the shirt. Bibs tied around the neck were worn at mealtimes to protect the shirt from spills. In the summer, a wet cloth around the neck kept the body cool. In the winter, it kept the body warm. Men sporting full body armor wore neck cloths to pad their neck from the hard metal. Cloths were worn around the neck to prevent sweat from running down the shirt, or to keep vocal cords warm. Later, strips of cloth tied around the neck became a symbol of class, rank, or station, whether by soldiers or students. FAST FACT ● Italian artist Enrico Baj creates works of art out of neckties by dipping them in plastic or gluing them to canvas. He comments, “Ties are a symbol of vanity and ostentation, rather like medals and decorations, although every so often I too am forced to wear one.” turn the page for more!
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TIES THROUGH HISTORY ● China’s first emperor, Qin Shih-huangdi, lived in 200 B.C. When he died he was buried in an underground mausoleum surrounded by 7,500 sculptured terra cotta soldiers. The tomb was uncovered in 1974. Archaeologists found that many of the individually carved soldiers sported knotted neck cloths-- the first known instance of the use of neckties. ● In the mid-1600s, a crack regiment of soldiers from Croatia visited Paris to celebrate their recent victory over Turkey. The soldiers held court with King Louis XIV, who was a fashion nut. For the occasion, each of the soldiers had tied a brightly colored scarf around their necks. Louis XIV liked the look and began wearing silk neck cloths himself, and the fashion rapidly spread. The French word for Croatia was ‘cravate,’ giving us today’s cravat. ● In 1715, another kind of neckwear, called “stocks” made its appearance. The term referred to a leather collar, laced at the back, worn by soldiers to help keep their head held high in a military bearing. The leather stock also offered the wearer some protection to the major blood vessels of the neck from the sharp edge of a sword or the tip of a bayonet. ● In England men used to wear a shirt collar which they tied together with string to keep the draft out. Eventually the string became larger and more elaborate, until it was a frill. Then the frill became increasingly more elaborate until it was a ruff instead of a frill until, by the time of Henry VIII, the ruff was so large it covered both of the shoulders. ● Neckties came to the forefront of fashion after World War II ended and soldiers returning home felt like dressing up with festive ties. Right after World War II there were over 600 companies making 200 million neckties per year.
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MACARONI & TIES ● Before macaroni was well known, it was considered a specialty. Wealthy Englishmen who traveled to Italy often experienced their first macaroni, and then went home to Britain and began to serve the dish at their tables. Because the food was rare and unusual, the people who served it became known as ‘macaroni’ which meant fancy, uppity, or overly stylish; the type of people who wore fancy hats, big wigs, and white cravats tied in enormous bows. People living in America where there was less money and less fashion wore simpler clothing, and began to make fun of the Macaronis. Thus, when “Yankee Doodle went to London riding on a pony / Stuck a feather in his hat and called it macaroni” the unfortunate Doodle (German for ‘fool’) was taking on airs and pretending that a feather in his cap would make people think he was an upper class gent. NECKTIE IMPROVEMENTS ● Although a tie may look like a simple piece of cloth, it is actually a complicated piece of sewing joining four different strips of cloth. It was patented by Jesse “Joss” Langsdorf in 1920. Langsdorf, known as the father of the tie, patented the ‘all-weather wrinkle-free’ tie. His patented pattern incorporated slip stitching running down the length of the back of the tie which ensured that the tie would return to its original shape when it was taken off. It also added resilience to the tie and prevented rips. Langsdorf also added various linings to the inside of the tie to increase bulk. One of the linings he used was rubber, thus inventing the supposedly ‘weather-proof’ tie.
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For Advertising Call (740) 446-4543 NECKTIE IMPROVEMENTS cont'd ~ POEM ~ by Conrad Aiken “Stars in the purple dusk above the rooftops Pale in the saffron mist and seem to die, And I myself on a swiftly tilting planet Stand before a glass and tie my tie.” THE BIG SQUEEZE ● One study showed that wearing a necktie may interfere with perceptual skills needed for job performance. Researchers at Cornell University set out to discover if the pressure of a tie that’s too tight might interfere with blood flow to the brain and eyes. ● To do this, they had an ophthalmologist study the retinal veins of a number of men. The pulsing of the retinal veins indicates whether or not the blood supply is circulating efficiently. He found that when the tie was half an inch (1.27 cm) smaller than the circumference of the man’s neck, the pulsing was no longer visible. This suggests that blood flow to the retina is decreased. ● Next they decided to find if most men wear their ties too tight. They picked 94 businessmen at random and found that 66% were wearing ties that averaged .2 inches (.48 cm) smaller than their necks. 12% had ties that were half an inch (1.27 cm) too small. ● Now they wanted to find out if decreased blood flow to the retina can impair eyesight. They had men press a button when a blinking light started blinking so fast that it appeared to be a steady beam; and when it slowed down again to become distinguishable blinks. Each man was tested three times: the first and last times with a loose tie, and the second time with a tight tie. It was found that tight neckware slowed down the response times. Furthermore, their speed did not rebound after the tie was loosened. ● The researchers concluded that a too tight tie can impair visual perception and may harm the performance of computer operators, pilots, and others who need good visual discrimination.
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For Advertising Call (740) 446-4543 BETTY ANNE WATERS cont’d ● Kenny moved in with his loyal sister, and together they had a blast doing chat shows, media interviews, even appearing on “Oprah.” ● Tragically, just six months after his release in 2001, Kenny took a short cut over a fence, tripped, and fell 15 feet on to concrete. Thirteen days later, with Betty by his side in hospital, he died. ● Even after his death, Betty continued her campaign on his behalf. It took her another seven years to track down the evidence that would prove the police had deliberately sent the wrong man to prison. Fingerprint evidence that proved Kenny’s innocence had been hidden. Two witnesses had been coerced into testifying against him. The town of Ayer settled a lawsuit for $3.4 million. In 2010, a movie called “Conviction” was made, with Hilary Swank playing the role of Betty. ● In the meantime, Betty returned to her regular life: managing a pub, tending her family. She opted out of joining any law firm or starting a practice of her own. However, she does volunteer her time working for the Innocence Project, which works to exonerate the wrongfully accused. But the only time she’s returned to court was when the pub she works for had trouble renewing its liquor license. She won the case.
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Online at www.lovemytidbits.com ensure that evil spirits would scare themselves away. ● When Roman ships began to attack the Greek city of Syracruse, mathematician Archimedes ordered the construction of a series of large concave mirrors which he placed in the sun on the shore. When their light was focused on the ships at sea, it suposedly set them on fire. ● Ben Franklin mounted mirrors outside his second-story window so he could secretly see who was knocking at his door. ● In 1916, patent #1,180,758 was awarded to a fish hook with a mirror mounted behind it to serve as a sinker. Not only would the mirror flash and reflect light, thereby attracting fish, but also, (according to the patent application) “a male fish seeing his image upon looking therein will appear to see another fish approach it from the opposite side with the intent to seize the bait, and this will not only arouse his warlike spirit, but also appeal to his greed, and he will seize the bait quickly in order to defeat the approaching rival.... In the case of a female fish the attractiveness of a mirror is too well known to need discussion.”
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Tommy Tidbits Song by Jonnie Lee Taylor Minford, OH I LOOKED IN THE TIDBITS FOR TOMMY T I LOOKED IN THE TIDBITS AND WHAT DID I SEE I SAW TOMMY LOOKIN’ BACK AT ME HE WAS A WAVIN’ AND A SMILIN’ STANDIN’ STRAIGHT UP AND TALL HE SAID “I’M BIGGER THAN YOU THINK I JUST LOOK SMALL I’M A MOVIN’ AND A SCOOTIN’ AND A GOIN’ AROUND SO SEARCH THE ADS AND SEE IF I CAN BE FOUND!” YEAH! I LOOKED IN THE TIDBITS FOR TOMMY T I LOOKED IN THE TIDBITS AND WHAT DID I SEE I SAW TOMMY T LOOKIN’ BACK AT ME!
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For Advertising Call (740) 446-4543 MORE MIRROR FACTS ● A man named Alcide Chaisson got mad at pilots at California’s Crystalaire Airport interfering with his radio. In an effort at revenge, he took a four foot mirror outside and tried to blind pilots by reflecting the sun into their eyes. He was arrested. ● A middle school in Oregon was faced with a unique problem. The girls were beginning to use lipstick and would apply it in the bathroom. After they put on their lipstick they would press their lips to the mirrors leaving dozens of little lip prints. Finally the principal decided that something had to be done. She called all the girls to the bathroom and met them there with the custodian. She explained that all these lip prints were causing a major problem for the custodian who had to clean the mirrors every day. To demonstrate how difficult it was to clean the mirrors, she asked the custodian to clean one of the mirrors. He proceeded to take out a long-handled brush, dip it into the nearest toilet, and scrub the mirror. The lip prints disappeared. ● Managers like to use mirrors in lobbies because people complain less about waiting for slow elevators if they’re busy primping while waiting. ● In 1994, Russian astronauts orbiting in the Mir spacecraft tried to reflect sunlight into northern areas of their country in an attempt to lengthen the short growing season. A VERY LARGE MIRROR One of the world’s largest mirrors was constructed in 1997 by scientists at the University of Arizona for the Large Binocular Telescope on Mount Graham. The mirror is about 28 feet (8.4 meters) in diameter and cost $4 million to make. The mirror was 2,156 degrees F. (1180 c) when it was first cast and it took three full months to cool.
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For Advertising Call (740) 446-4543 Get Outdoor Plants Ready for Winter Q: What outdoor plants should I protect during the winter? Which can be left alone? -- Seth in New Jersey A: For exact information on which plants to protect and how, you'll want to ask at your local garden center. Each plant is different, but most are classified in the U.S. based on the growing zone in which they do best. If a plant is classed as "hardy" for your zone, it should do all right in the cold weather, with a few precautions. If not, or if it is a potted plant, consider bringing it inside, or wrap the plant or shrub in burlap tied with string to protect it from frosts and freezes. Many perennials need just a fresh layer of mulch, applied before the first hard frost. Again, check with your garden center or research your type of plant on the Internet to determine which mulch is best to use -- bark, hay, straw or leaves -- and how deep to mulch. Other ways to prepare your yard for winter include clearing away any loose debris, such as leaves and fallen branches, to prevent them from blowing around in the winter. If your garden has been harvested, now's the time to turn the soil and remove any stalks and dead vines before the ground freezes. It's also a good time to start a compost heap, if you haven't got one already. By spring, you should have some good compost to start the next garden. HOME TIP: Trouble with squirrels invading a bird feeder? Set the feeder at least 6 feet from tree branches or roof eaves and mount it on a metal pole, which is harder to climb. Send your questions or home tips to ask@thisisahammer.com. My new e-book, "101 Best Home Tips," is available to download on Amazon Kindle! Pick it up it today for just 99 cents.
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DEAR DR. DONOHUE: This is the second time I have had plantar fasciitis. The first time was more than five years ago. A doctor outlined a program for me, but I have forgotten the details. Will you give me a refresher course? -- L.O. ANSWER: "Plantar" is the sole of the feet. The plantar fascia is a band of sturdy tissue that runs from the heels to the toes. It supports the feet and the foot arches. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. Professional baseball, football and basketball players get it. People with flat feet or very high arches, overweight people, those who stand on hard surfaces for long periods and runners who suddenly increase their mileage or running time are the ones most likely to develop this injury. It happens to nonathletes, too. It causes intense pain when an affected person gets out of bed in the morning and takes a few steps. During the day, the pain lessens, but it returns toward the end of the working day. The pain can be so severe that people are forced to take time off from work. Other causes of heel pain include entrapment of a heel nerve in scar tissue, a loss of the fat pad that cushions the heel (found mostly in older people) and tiny fractures of the heel. Weight loss is the answer to this problem if a person
is overweight. Limit your walking, and don't do any running. You can bike and swim to stay in shape. At night, splint the foot so the toes point to the ceiling when you lie on your back. If the foot falls downward toward the bed, it aggravates heel pain. Ice the heel four times a day for 15 minutes. A silicone heel insert often proves helpful. Make sure your shoes are wellcushioned. Loop a towel around the front of the foot and, while seated, pull the towel so the foot is drawn to the body. This stretches the fascia. If this program fails, then see a doctor. A cortisone shot can bring rapid relief. The booklet on aerobics, fitness and abdominal exercises can give newcomers a start in their exercise program. To obtain a copy, write: Dr. Donohue -- No. 1301W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My fingernails are an eyesore. Since I turned 83, they've turned ugly. They break easily. What can I use to put some strength back in them? -- R.W. ANSWER: Keep your nails out of water. If you have to put them in water, wear protective gloves. Cut the nails short. You can use nail polish, but go very easy on polish remover. Nail hardeners are helpful. Don't buy ones that contain toluene or formaldehyde. A reader, J.G., wrote to me after the last time I wrote about fragile nails to endorse a product called Hard as Hoof, available at Walmart stores and probably others. The B vitamin biotin is said to harden nails.
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Jumbo Split Black Angus WholeChicken Sirloin Breast Tip Roast
Tender T ender Choice
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75 oz jug, Selected Varieties Selected Varieties
5 lb box,2%, 1%, Skim, Ultra Skim, SeedlessWhole or Low Fat Chocolate
Xtra 2XCottonelle Tissue LiquidBath Detergent
or Low Fat Buttermilk Clementines
4.99
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1.59 ea
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5.99
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Cottonelle Bath Tissue
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1.59
48 oz pkg, Selected Varieties
4.5 quart pail, Selected Varieties
Stone Ridge ea Ice Cream
6 pk/.5 ltr btls, Selected Varietiess
48 oz pkg, Selected Varieties
$ 2/ $ 5 2/ 5
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Stone Ridge Ice Cream
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United ea Frozen Dessert 2 ltr btl, Selected Varieties
Sprite or Ginger Ale
$ 4.99 4/ 5
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AUCTION December 7, 2013 10:00 AM
Auctioning All Contents of
FOSTER ELECTRIC Co
414 Front Street, Oak Hill, Ohio INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 93 AND ROUTE 279 Foster Electric was built in the 1950’s and closed its doors around 2008. Mr. Jerry Foster has decided to sell the contents that still remain in the store and several personal items from his house and his late parent’s home. Its’ been a long hard decision to make for Jerry but he says it’s time to sell it all.
NO RESERVE!
We Will Be Selling The Following Items At Public Auction. HOUSEHOLD AND COLLECTABLE ITEMS
Old Gold Motor Oil Sign (porcelain). Copper Kettle, Gate Leg Table, Lance Cracker Jar, Several Stone Crocks, Nice Piano Stool, Blue Canning Jars, Oak Hill and Gallipolis Dairy Milk Bottles, Wash Tubs, Large Old Globe, Several Old Radios, Radio Parts, Radio and TV Tubes, RCA Sign, AM Radio Station Clock Advertising Item, Childs’ Small Bank, Ice Cream Table and Chairs, Several Stone Pitchers, Small Iron Pots, Griswold Skillet, Stone Spitoon, Lamps, Oil Lamps, Cut Glass, Cookie Jars, 2 Old Cast Iron Cook Stoves, Very Large Stainless Steel Pot, Stone Jugs, McCoy Flower Pot, Ironstone Pitchers, Fishing Poles, Wardrobe, Old Bird Houses, Mild Cans, 2 Push Plows, 1947 thru 1951 Oak Leaf Yearbooks, JFK Memorial Album.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Ridgid Pipe Threader, 2 Key Making Machines with Blanks, Lots of Nuts, Bolts, Copper and Brass Fittings, Wheelbarrow, Stove Pipe Items, Lots of Plumbing Items, Lots of Industrial Shelving Items, Rakes, Hoes, Shovels, Paint, Paint Brushes, Several Hundred Pounds of Nails, Industrial Nail Bins, Scales, Parts Shelves, Cash Registers, Scoops (hand made).
Terms: CASH OR CHECK WITH POSITIVE ID
Announcements made at auction take precedence over all printed material. Auctioneer is not responsible for accidents or lost property. FOOD VENDOR FOR THE DAY WILL BE
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Billy R. Goble Jr. , AUCTIONEER Phone 740-416-4696 www.auctionzip.com/auctioneer/5548
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