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• One of Napoleon’s biggest problems during war was food. No matter how much food his soldiers took with them, it spoiled. Finally, Napoleon offered a prize to anyone who could invent a way to preserve food. • Nicholas Appert had grown up working in his father’s wine cellars. He was intrigued with the idea that wine would never go bad if it was bottled correctly. He wondered what would happen to other foods if they were bottled. He tried soups and stews, then fruits and vegetables and milk. When the bottles were sterilized, ﬁlled, corked, and heated, the results were excellent. • He took his discovery to Napoleon, and was awarded 12,000 francs. Appert had invented canning, although it was years before cans were used instead of bottles. It was years after that before the can opener was invented. Before that, it took a hammer and chisel to open a can. In fact, some people believe that the bayonet (invented in the French town of Bayonne) was developed not to spear people, but merely to open cans!

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MORE BOTTLE FACTS Before bottle caps were invented, bottles were sealed with corks. Often bottles would blow their tops if the substance inside was fizzy such as wine or beer. William Painter – a prolific inventor – solved the problem by inventing the ‘crown’ bottle cap, the design still used today. It is called the crown cap because it looks like a tiny crown. A year later, Painter also invented the bottle opener. Milk was originally sold by the dipperful from open cans. Henry Thatcher was standing in line one day in 1883 to buy some milk. The little girl ahead of him accidentally dropped her filthy rag doll into the open can of milk. The milk man fished the doll out, then turned to Mr. Thatcher to serve him. Thatcher decided he didn’t need any milk that day after all. The following year he patented the first milk bottle with a sanitary seal. Soon all milk was sold in bottles. An official in the Coca-Cola company wanted the design of the bottles to be so distinctive that a bottle could be recognized in the dark, or if it was broken. In 1913 the prototype of the shapely bottle we still use was introduced. It was patterned after a cola nut: bulging at the sides with ridges. Early soda pop bottlers had trouble finding bottles that wouldn’t explode. They had to wait for heavy mass produced bottles to be invented. A man named Colonel Taylor wanted to raise the popularity of his bourbon, named Old Taylor. He hired men to collect empty bottles of Old Taylor, and shipped three freight car loads to New York City. Another crew set up the empty bottles on mantels and shelves in bars, restaurants, and clubs all across town. Having rows of empties gave the impression the Old Taylor was the most popular drink in the town, and New Yorkers began to order.

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* On Feb. 7, 1881, plea bargaining gains favor in American courts when Albert McKenzie pleads guilty to a misdemeanor count of embezzlement instead of a felony. Today, over 90 percent of criminal cases are resolved through plea bargain in many jurisdictions. * On Feb. 5, 1917, Congress overrides President Woodrow Wilson’s veto and passes the Immigration Act, requiring a literacy test for immigrants. * On Feb. 6, 1928, a woman calling herself Anastasia Tschaikovsky and claiming to be the daughter of the murdered czar of Russia arrives in New York City hoping to claim the Romanov fortune. In 1994, DNA analysis finally showed that Anastasia was not a Romanov, but was in fact a Polish-German factory worker. * On Feb. 1, 1951, the United Nations General Assembly condemns the communist government of the People’s Republic of China for acts of aggression in Korea. It was the first time the United Nations condemned a nation. * On Feb. 4, 1976, a 7.5-magnitude earthquake levels one-third of Guatemala City, killing 23,000 people and leaving 1 million others homeless. Roads and bridges leading to the area sustained extensive damage, making it difficult for help to arrive. * On Feb. 2, 1980, details of ABSCAM, an FBI sting operation to uncover political corruption in government, are released. Thirty-one public officials were targeted. FBI agents had posed as representatives of Abdul Enterprises, Ltd., a fictional business owned by an Arab sheik. * On Feb. 3, 1998, a U.S. Marine jet flying low over the town of Cavalese in the Italian Alps severs a ski-lift cable, sending a tram crashing 250 feet to the ground and killing 20 people. The pilot and navigator destroyed a videotape that had recorded their flight. They were court-martialed for obstruction of justice and dismissed from the Marines. (c) 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.

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By Keith Roach, M. D, Can Heart Surgery Cause Hot Flashes? DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had hot flashes, similar to those experienced by post-menopausal women, ever since my coronary bypass in 1990. I can be sitting quietly in a chair reading or at my computer, and suddenly I find myself dripping with perspiration. I also have had panic attacks, with increased heart rate and other physical symptoms. A few years ago, a 24-hour EKG showed heart-rhythm irregularities and that my heart stopped briefly while asleep. If these idiosyncrasies of my autonomic nervous system are a consequence of my time on the heart-lung machine for the bypass, I’m not complaining -- just curious. You said that studies have been done on almost everything. Is this one? -- W.S.B. ANSWER: I found that a lot of people complain of similar symptoms. I also found that indeed, the autonomic nervous system (the part of the nervous system that regulates temperature, sweat, blood pressure and many other critical aspects of body function without our being consciously aware of it) can be adversely affected by cardiac surgery. Some authors have suggested that the autonomic nervous system changes are one mechanism by which people are more likely to have depression after cardiac surgery. I found several possible explanations why the ANS changes with bypass surgery, but no clear consensus. I would want to be sure that there are no other causes of these symptoms. It sounds like you have had an extensive evaluation, but I certainly would be concerned about a sudden fast heart rhythm, such as atrial fibrillation. The booklet on abnormal heart rhythms explains atrial fibrillation and the more common heart rhythm disturbances in greater detail. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Roach -- No. 107W, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. 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. ROACH: I suffered a long time with GERD. I was diagnosed with Barrett’s esophagus, a precancerous disease. My doctor recommended a procedure called a Nissen fundoplication. Since the procedure, I have not had heartburn again. I would do it again, after what I went through. I get an endoscopy every two years to keep an eye on my disease. -- G.D.B. ANSWER: Barrett’s esophagus is a complication of longstanding reflux. It is diagnosed when the lining of the esophagus starts to look like the lining of the stomach. Barrett’s esophagus can progress to cancer of the esophagus. About 0.2 percent of those with Barrett’s per year will develop cancer, which sounds low, but if you live with the condition for 25 years, that’s about a 5 percent risk. Surgery for reflux disease is done only rarely. However, it is very effective (85 percent to 90 percent). The most common reason to consider surgery is inadequate relief from medications and lifestyle changes. However, severe erosions from acid in the esophagus, inability to take medications, a stricture (partial closure) of the esophagus and Barrett’s esophagus are all reasons to consider surgery. Surgery appears to reduce the risk of cancer more than other treatments. *** Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. To view and order health pamphlets, visit www.rbmamall.com, or write to Good Health, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. (c) 2016 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Why did it take me so long to put “Baked Oatmeal” on our family’s wakeup menu? I was completely enthralled with the tasty porridge-based dish at a bed and breakfast in Chicago last year. Prepared to Goldilocks’ “just right” standard, I recall how the serving’s perfect, cinnamony smooth middle complemented the crispy edges. Doused with warm milk and topped with my choice of dried apricots, it was satisfying -- and, it kept me going through a vigorous morning of sightseeing. I left the memory on the back burner -- until now. Here’s a basic, fail-proof recipe you and your kids can tinker with seasonally. That means a mix and match of add-ins and addons to satisfy one’s own tastes. Ground flax? Toss it in. Chia seeds, sprinkle them on top. Raspberries in season? Top off the bowl with luscious freshness, color and vitamins. BAKED OATMEAL 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 large egg, beaten 1 1/2 cups milk 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 cup raisins 1/2 cup loosely chopped walnuts To prepare oven, pan: Heat oven to 350 F. Generously butter the inside of an 8-inch square baking dish or coat with cooking spray. To make oatmeal: In a large bowl, mix together oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, whisk together the beaten egg, milk, butter and vanilla. Add liquid mixture to oat mixture and stir well. Stir in raisins and walnuts. To bake oatmeal: Pour mixture into baking dish. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the oat mixture has set. Serve warm with choice of toppings, if desired: dried cranberries, apricots or cherries, coconut, berries, diced fresh fruit such as apples, bananas and peaches. Serves 6. TIP: Heat leftover portions in the microwave for additional easy breakfasts. *** Donna Erickson’s award-winning series “Donna’s Day” is airing on public television nationwide. To find more of her creative family recipes and activities, visit www.donnasday. com and link to the NEW Donna’s Day Facebook fan page. Her latest book is “Donna Erickson’s Fabulous Funstuff for Families.”

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Before we start talking about caramel and popcorn and sprinkles, and Chocolate Covered Caramel Popcorn Balls, I have to tell you that I burned the caramel. Yes, I did. I looked away for a second or two and bam! Burnt! I was so upset with myself and not because I burned it, but more because I caused myself more dishes:( I was so frustrated, I didn’t even bother to make another batch. I went straight for the Brach’s caramel candies that were sitting in my pantry. I unwrapped them one by one, mixed in some butter, and there it was, Caramel on the fly! So you’d think that a 3 year old would be the most excited about eating these fun treats. No, Ruby was more excited about dipping the balls into the chocolate and sprinkles and packaging them for her friends. We are bagging these treats and printed cards that say “you make my heart POP” for an easy DIY Valentine for Ruby’s classmates. CHOCOLATE COVERED CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS Serves: 10 Popcorn balls Ingredients: 14 cups popped plain popcorn 1 (14 oz.) package Caramel Candies, unwrapped 4 tablespoons butter 10 popsicle sticks 1 (12 oz.) package semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted Sprinkles Pop the popcorn, place the popped popcorn in a large bowl. Set aside. Put the unwrapped caramel candies and butter in a medium-sized saucepan; cook over medium-low heat and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and pour over popcorn. Mix until all the popcorn is well coated. Let stand for a couple of minutes to cool. In the meantime prepare your chocolate chips by melting them either in the microwave or over a double broiler. Melt until smooth. Grease your hands with butter and shape the popcorn balls into the size of a softball. Stick a popsicle stick in each popcorn ball and dip into melted chocolate, then roll in sprinkles. Place on waxed paper until chocolate is set. When you decide to dine out, gather around our table at the Goose. Remember every Friday is Wild Game night. Each week we’re serving a different Wild Game. Find the Game Calendar, our Monthly Specials and the whole menu at woundedgoose.com The Wounded Goose, we have a lot of competition, but our food doesn’t!

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