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TIDBITS® BRINGS YOU MORE UNUSUAL WORDS, Part 2 by Kathy Wolfe This week, Tidbits continues with its lexiphanicism — showing off with big words! It’s time to learn more about these whatchamacallits and thingamajigs. • Those who love cats are ailurophilists, while those who love dogs are cynophilists. People who love all animals are referred to as philotherialists. • Misogamists and misopedists often go hand in hand. They hate marriage and children, respectively. Gamophobists don’t hate marriage; they’re just afraid of it. • Stop, thief! Look at the wide variety of terms used to describe these crooks — brigand, snaffler, kirkbuzzer, efter, ladrone or footpad. The snaffler is mainly a horse thief, while the kirkbuzzer robs only churches. The efter steals from theater customers while the performance is on, and ladrones and footpads are muggers who thieve while on foot. A specialized pickpocket who targets only churchgoers is referred to as an autem diver. • The Latin suffix “-aster” refers to anything with a lesser status, for example, a musicaster is a mediocre musician, while a militaster is a soldier without skills or abilities. The theologaster is a shallow theologian who has no deep spiritual thinking. • Pregnant women often have to endure allotriophagy, that craving for strange foods. Hopefully, they will choose items that are salutiferous, meaning conducive to health or well-being. • If you shilly-shally, dodder, quail, haw, demur or shrink before making a decision, you merely hesitate. Let’s say you’re diffident, gelid, reticent, chary or delitescent — you’re considered rather reserved. Now if someone calls you a miscreant, wastral, garmin, reprobate or varlet, consider yourself insulted. You’ve been labeled a scoundrel! • What do the words coquelicot, tilleul, smaragdine and

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too? You’re a gubbertush! Is there a noticeable gap between those buck teeth? That’s called a diastema. Let’s add a buccula to the mix; that’s a double chin. • Everyone knows a breedbate, an individual who seems to enjoy starting arguments and stirring up controversy. Breedbates are occasionally suggilated — beaten black and blue! And how about that lazy loafer you know? He’s a drotchel, scobberlotcher, ragabash, lobcock, lollard or sluggard. • Over the baize and into the side pocket! Baize is the green felt-like cloth covering your pool table. • At one time or another, everyone has had the misfortune of sitting behind a milver, a person who chatters non-stop through a movie. Related terms include pleniloquent (one who is full of talk) and blatteroon (a constant talker). Many of them have a cacoethes loquendi, that unquenchable desire to talk. No matter how you say it, you just wish they’d shut up! (Several of them are probably somniloquent as well, meaning they even talk in their sleep!) • The longest word in the English language is pneumonoultramicrosocpicsilicovolcanocon-iosis, a disease resulting from over-exposure to ultra-microscopic silicone dust. Inhaling the dust found near volcanoes is a major cause of this disease. If this word frightens you, you may have hippopotomonstro-squippedaliophobia, the fear of long words. • When the time comes to absquatulate, it means it’s time to pull up stakes, to decamp and flee. • There are numerous kinds of beggars — A toothless beggar is a mumblecrust. One who pretends that his tongue has been cut out is a dommerer, while a female beggar who borrows or hires several children temporarily to arouse sympathy is an autem mort. There’s a whole new generation of beggars. The beggar whose parents are beggars is a palliard. If he bangs on a dish or cup to attract your attention, he’s a clapperdudgeon. No matter how you say it — mendicant, cadger, bezonian, panhandler, sponge, supplicant or gaberlunzie — He’s still a beggar. But, only a beggar monk can be a gyrovague. •What are you afraid of? If you are an epistaxiophobic, you are afraid of getting a nosebleed. Astrapophobics hide under the bed during thunder and lightning storms, while nosocomephobics have a fear of hospitals. Those suffering from pnigophobia are afraid of choking on fish bones, and koimetrophobics avoid cemeteries. Most people wouldn’t see anything unusual in being a little selacophobic or afraid of sharks. veterans), be less than 35 years of age, and in a pay grade of E1 to E4. --Half of homeless vets were diagnosed with a mental disorder before discharge, and more than 78 percent were diagnosed with a mental disorder before becoming homeless. --More than half of homeless veterans were getting service-connected disability benefits, with 83 percent to 95 percent receiving benefits before first becoming homeless. --Approximately 65 percent were using VA homeless veteran services: health care, the mentally ill program and HUD-VASH housing program. The VAOIG had some recommendations in the study, noting especially the three-year period before most of the homelessness occurs and suggesting a need for greater access to mental-health services. The VAOIG pointed out that approximately half of the homeless veterans had disability money coming in before they first became homeless. Maybe that should be a focus of any further attempts to lower the number of homeless veterans: discover why they become homeless.

Weekly Horoscope ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A recent spate of confusion regarding decision-making begins to clear up. But caution is still advised. Continue to check details. An old friend has important news. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You’re anxious to see your ideas move from concept to development. But trying to force the issue right now could backfire. Wait for movement to resume on the 11th. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Keep your thoughts focused on the positive as you deal with an unexpected turn of events in a personal or professional relationship. This could be the start of a welcome change. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Health matters take on added importance at this time. Deal with them before they interfere with your summer plans. A relationship that cooled off could soon warm up again. LEO (July 23 to August 22) While a few details involving upcoming decisions still need your attention, you funloving Felines can begin to spend more time enjoying your lively social life again. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) That long-soughtafter career change could require you to move to another city. Weigh your decision carefully before either accepting or rejecting the offer out of hand. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A workplace situation can be awkward for Librans who prefer to keep their problems private. But you might have to “tell-all” if you hope to see it resolved in your favor. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Although your financial situation starts to improve this week, you still need to be cautious about money matters. Avoid major obligations, for now. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your overall aspects continue to brighten, allowing you to tackle long-deferred challenges. A change in travel plans could work to your benefit. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Things seem to be slowing down for the usually restless Sea Goat. But wouldn’t a bit of respite be just what you need right now? Activity picks up by June 17. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Personal relationships take a positive turn for both married and single Aquarians. Professional commitments, however, could be complicated by newly emerging events. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A decision you thought was final might be reopened as new facts are discovered. This could lead to a short-term problem, but might ultimately prove beneficial. BORN THIS WEEK: Your keen interest in pursuing global events could lead you into a career as a politician or reporter.

BIG BEN Big Ben is a well-known symbol of London, towering above the Parliament buildings. Here is a collection of facts you may not know about this famous landmark. • When you think of Big Ben, the tall tower surely comes to mind, but the moniker actually applies to the bell housed within the clock tower, officially known as the Great Bell. It is most likely named after London’s first Commissioner for works, Sir Benjamin Hall, and his name is inscribed on the bell. It was originally intended that it would be called the Royal Victoria bell. • The tower itself is named, not so creatively, the Clock Tower and is the third-tallest free-standing clock tower in the world. It’s the third tower to be built on Parliament’s grounds. The first was begun in 1288 during the reign of King Edward I and also contained a clock and a bell named Great Edward, which was rung on the hour. This was replaced in 1367 with England’s first public chiming clock. It stood for 340 years. • When a devastating fire destroyed much of the palace of Westminster in 1834, the plans to rebuild did not include a new tower. These plans were altered to include it in 1836, but actual construction of the current Clock Tower did not begin until 1843. Construction continued for nearly 16 years. When the clock was finally installed, it was discovered that it wouldn’t work because the cast iron minute hands were too heavy! They were replaced with lighter copper hands, and the four-sided clock began keeping time in May of 1859. The Great Bell known as Big Ben wasn’t rung for the first time until that July. • Just as the Clock Tower isn’t the first, neither is Big Ben the first bell. The first one developed a four-inch crack while it was being tested in 1857, and a new one was cast. Sixteen white horses pulled a carriage carrying the bell to the New Palace Yard. It took 18 hours to raise the bell into the belfry. Late in 1859, two fractures were found in Big Ben. The hammer was replaced with a lighter version, and the bell was rotated so that an undamaged section would be struck. This second bell still resides in the Tower. • The tower is 316 feet (96.3 m) tall, about 16 stories. Each of the clock’s four dials is 23 feet square (49.15 sq. m). The minute hands are 14 feet (4.26 m) long, while the numerals are two feet (0.6 m) tall. The base of each dial contains a Latin inscription, which translates “O Lord, keep safe our Queen Victoria the First.” • During World War I, the bell was not rung, and the clock was unlit at night to protect it from German Zeppelin attacks. During World War II, the bells were rung, but also from a darkened tower. • Although it’s one of the world’s most famous tourist attractions, only United Kingdom residents are allowed inside to tour Big Ben. Tours must be booked well in advance only through a Parliament member, with parties limited to 16 people, who must climb the 334 stairs to the top of its 11 floors, since there is no elevator.

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For Advertising Call: (228) 627-7284 Preparing Yourself for the ‘Real World; Becoming the Candidate Every Company Wants to Hire Would You Hire Yourself? Studies show that 91 percent of recruiters screened prospective employees through social media. If your potential employer is taking time to search your name, you should do the same. Images on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter can be linked to search engines. Use a search engine to search for yourself and see what sites pop up. Next, go through your personal profiles on social media sites and make sure you don’t have any embarrassing or unprofessional photos or postings. The same study by Reppler states, 69 percent of recruiters said they rejected a candidate based on what they saw on a social media site. This will also give you a chance to update your personal information to match the information on your resume as well.

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1. Who was the last player before Toronto’s Jose Bautista in 2010 to belt more than 50 home runs in a season?

How many consecutive seasons, entering 2012, had Philadelphia’s Ryan Howard 2. tallied at least 30 home runs? 3. Johnny Unitas holds the NFL record for most consecutive games with at least one TD pass (47, 1956-60). Who has the most since the 1970 NFL merger?

4. Who holds the record for most points in a men’s basketball NCAA Tournament game?

5. Since the NHL lockout season of 2004-05, only three rookies have averaged more than a point a game. Name two of them.

6. How many consecutive starts at the Daytona 500 did Michael Waltrip have before failing to qualify in 2012? 7. Who was the only player to win a “golden slam” -- all four of tennis’ majors, plus a gold medal in Olympic singles play, in a calendar year?

Things such as your email address or your voicemail play a huge role in the decision making process. Call your phone and listen to your voicemail. If it is unprofessional, change it. Do you have ring back tone? Rest assured that employers will not want to hear your favorite song when they call you The interview Appearance is a major factor when trying to be a memorable candidate. People’s first impression comes from appearance. Make sure your attire creates a great first impression and you do not talk yourself out of a job before you get a chance to talk. Arrive 15 minutes early for all appointments. This will allow you to take in the environment and look for items that you can use to build rapport before the interview starts. Lastly, make sure you follow up. Ask for the interviewer’s business card before you leave. Thank them for taking the time to speak with you. Show appreciation by sending a thank you letter immediately after the interview, showing your continued interest in the position. Most importantly be yourself and remember the best perception of you is a professional you. Jason C. Poole Your Employment Expert Express Employment Professional Franchisee and Certified Coach and Speaker of the John Maxwell Team. For more information on this topic please contact Jason Poole at Jason.Poole@expresspros.com

THIS IS A HAMMER By Samantha Mazzotta

Getting the Most From Your Air Conditioner Q: I have a window-mounted air conditioner that I use in the summer months. During the winter, it’s stored away. This year, it doesn’t seem to be cooling as well as it did in the past. Do I need to charge it with freon or something? -- Bailey T., Wheeling, W.Va. A: I’m not sure how old your window-unit air conditioner is, but refrigerant (R-22 freon) doesn’t typically need to be replaced in the first couple of years of the unit’s life. Additionally, purchasing and handling of freon is now regulated, so you would need to contact a refrigeration professional to check and charge the unit. Before laying out money for that repair, there are other ways to improve your air conditioner’s cooling capability: --Make sure the unit is mounted properly in the window and isn’t tilting downward or upward. --Check to see if siding, bricks, leaves or other debris

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A SPORTING VIEW By Mark Vasto For Hamilton, It’s Yard Ball On May 9, 2012, Texas Ranger outfielder Josh Hamilton became the sixteenth player in Major League history to hit four home runs in a game, against the Orioles at Camden Yards. For Hamilton, it is just the latest in an impressive string of accomplishments. He’s won a batting title, a league MVP and is a four-time all-star. And while sportswriters and fans alike tend to take May accomplishments lightly, Hamilton was beaming about the achievement. “Obviously it’s, other than being in the World Series, the highlight of my big-league career,” he told reporters after the game, which saw the Rangers win 10-3. Deadspin, the TMZ of the sporting world, was quick to point out that Hamilton barely won “player of the game” with 49 percent of the vote, not even a majority. But then Deadspin has always been a reliable reporter of the clouds for each of the silver linings in Hamilton’s career. Kevin Kaduk, a blogger for Yahoo! Sports, treated it like the feat that it was, however. “We make big deals about perfect games, but 21 pitchers have recorded one throughout baseball history,” Kaduk noted. “Only 15 other players have hit four home runs in the same game, with the last one before Hamilton being

Carlos Delgado on Sept. 25, 2003.” At 31, it’s safe to say that from a physical standpoint, Hamilton is on the downward side of the slope at this stage of his career, yet it’s hard to envision him not dominating the league for another three to five years at minimum. Barring injury, his robust numbers already hint at Hall of Fame potential, but that domination factor -- clearly he is one of the best, if not the best player in the American League right now -- could be what puts him over the top in that regard. For a 162-game season, Hamilton averages .314 with an on-base percentage of .370, 35 home runs and 122 RBI. Last season he walked on 39 occasions and struck out 93 times. However, he’s only grounded into 40 double plays in his entire career. For a No. 3 hitter, one who sees a lot of people on the base paths in front of him, that’s an outstanding number from such an aggressive hitter. That is really the secret of Hamilton’s success -- aggression. According to ESPN, Hamilton leads the league in percentage of first-pitch swings (56.5 percent as of this writing). This season, Hamilton is 10-for-22 with three home runs swinging at the first pitch. But it’s games like the one he had in Baltimore that reach past the statistics. “It reminds you of when you’re in Little League and a little kid,” Hamilton said. “Excitement [is] why we play the game.”

are blocking the louvers on the outside of the unit. --Keep curtains and furniture away from the unit while it’s operating, to ensure good airflow into the room. --Make sure the air-conditioning unit is clean, including the coils and the intake filter on the front of the unit. --Start the air conditioner at a medium or low fan setting and a moderate temperature, even on hot days. After 20 minutes, lower the temperature to the setting you want. --Note the time of day that the room feels hottest, and note the position of the sun. Closing the curtains on windows that don’t have an air-conditioning unit can reduce the amount of sun-generated heat in the room. --If you have a ceiling fan, even in another room of the house, use it to your advantage. Reverse the direction of the fan blades (the switch is located on the metal housing for the fan blades) so that air is pulled up by the fan rather than pushed down. Cool air normally sinks, so the fan will stir that air and make the whole house more comfortable. Send your questions or comments to ask@thisisahammer.com, or write This Is a Hammer, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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A classic American sweet that has been winning over kids and adults for years. Our recipe is super-simple, with a crispy cookie bottom and a tangy lemon custard. 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see step 2) 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (see step 4) 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar (see step 2) 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar (see step 5) 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) margarine or butter, cut into small pieces 2 large lemons 3 large eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line 13- by 9-inch metal baking pan with foil; lightly grease foil. 2. In medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour and 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar. With pastry blender or two knives used scissor-fashion, cut in margarine or butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 3. Sprinkle crumb mixture evenly in pan. With floured hands, firmly pat crumbs onto bottom of pan to form a crust. Bake crust 15 to 17 minutes until lightly browned. 4. Meanwhile, grate peel from lemons to equal 1 teaspoon and squeeze juice to equal 1/3 cup. In large bowl, with mixer at high speed, beat eggs until thick and lemon-colored, about 3 minutes. Reduce speed to low; add lemon juice, lemon peel, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt and remaining 3 tablespoons flour, and beat until blended, occasionally scraping bowl. 5. Pour lemon filling over warm crust. Bake 15 minutes or until filling is just set and golden around edges. Remove pan to wire rack. Place remaining 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar in sieve and use to sprinkle over warm filling. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. 6. When cool, cut lengthwise into 3 strips, then cut each strip crosswise into 12 bars. To store, cover pan and refrigerate.

Living a gluten-free lifestyle has become much easier thanks to a wider variety of products at grocery stores and online. Using gluten-free ingredients, you can transform your favorite recipes. If you’re looking for gluten-free foods, start by reading the ingredient list on the food label to determine if a product is gluten-free -- or made without gluten. Identifying gluten-free products involves more than just looking for the words “wheat,” “rye,” “barley,” “oats” or “buckwheat” in the ingredient list. Wheat also might be called durum, farina or semolina; gluten also can be found in buckwheat, additives, seasonings and flavorings. And a food originally gluten-free may come into contact with equipment contaminated by gluten, or may be processed in an area that contains gluten. Since a food label may not be able to tell you if a product has gluten in it, looking for the phrase “gluten-free” is very important. If you see the words “gluten-free,” then you know the product should not contain gluten. Keep in mind that lists and signs do not take the place of reading a food label. Always double-check to be sure a product is gluten-free, even if that means calling the company. Finding gluten-free foods may seem like an impossible task, but once you know what to look for, shopping can become a breeze. This recipe for Gluten-Free Zucchini Breakfast Cake is moist and nutritious. It also is a great mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack. The almond meal, sorghum flour and quinoa flakes add protein and can be found easily online at www.vitacost.com. (Additional info courtesy of Jessica Kovarik, RD, LD, Extension Associate, University of Missouri Extension)

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What’s Happening Around Mississippi’s Gulf Coast Gulf Coast Networking Group - Meets Every Thursday at 8am, Port City Café, 2418 14th St. Gulfport Blessing of The Fleet- June 9 Festivities start @ 10am, Downtown Pascagoula River Park 218-7494 or 474-3450, Spectators Free! Ocean Springs HO, HO, HO Christmas in July! - June 16 10am- 9pm, Downtown Ocean Springs 875-4424, Spectators Free!

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GLUTEN-FREE ZUCCHINI BREAKFAST CAKE 2/3 cups almond meal 2/3 cup sweet white sorghum flour 1/2 cup quinoa flakes (cereal flakes, not whole quinoa) 1/4 cup tapioca starch 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon xanthan gum 3/4 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 cup pure maple syrup or maple-flavored or plain agave syrup 1/4 cup light melted coconut oil 3 organic free-range eggs, beaten 1-2 tablespoons coconut milk, soy or rice milk 1 medium apple (Gala, Fuji, Golden Delicious or Braeburn) peeled, cored and diced 1 cup raisins 1 cup walnuts, chopped 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon almond extract 1 packed cup shredded zucchini, patted dry

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1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond meal, quinoa flakes, sorghum flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, baking soda, xanthan gum, sea salt, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. 2. Add in the maple syrup, coconut oil, beaten eggs and one tablespoon coconut milk. Beat to combine. If needed, add another tablespoon of coconut milk to loosen the batter. Add the apples, raisins, walnuts, and vanilla and almond extract. Beat batter until smooth and slightly sticky. Add in shredded zucchini and stir by hand to combine. 3. Spoon the cake batter evenly into the lined cake pan. Wet a spatula or a knife. Smooth the top of the cake with the spatula or knife until even. Bake in center of a preheated oven for about 30 minutes, until the top is golden and springy-firm to the touch. A wooden pick inserted into the center should emerge clean. 4. Cool the cake pan on a wire rack for five minutes. Loosen the edges with a thin spatula or knife and release the clasp on the Springform pan. Move cake to wire rack and continue cooling. This cake freezes well when wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and a layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Serves 8 to 10.

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To Your Good Health By Paul G. Donohue, M.D. When Heart Becomes a Feeble Pump DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Six months ago, my wife died in her sleep. She said she just felt shaky and tired out around 6 p.m. When I turned on my light at 4 a.m., I immediately knew she had died. I was told she died of congestive heart failure. She told me she had this two months prior to her death. Was there something we could have done? I carry guilt with me every day. Is congestive heart failure a death sentence? -- S.F. ANSWER: Heart failure indicates that the heart has become a weak pump. “Congestive” often is added to “heart failure” to emphasize that the failing heart causes blood to circulate poorly. Fluid oozes out of vessels and congests body organs, especially the lungs and makes breathing difficult. Congestion also shows in swollen ankles and feet. However, not all people with heart failure show the signs of congestion. Shortness of breath when lying down, waking from sleep gasping for breath, coughing during the night and the inability to get enough air to accomplish even light physical tasks are signs of heart failure. I can assure you that the world’s most renowned heart doctor would not have expected your wife to die in her sleep because she said she felt tired and shaky. You are entitled to feel sad, but you do not deserve to feel guilty. Heart failure comes from heart arteries clogged with cholesterol, from heart valve malfunction, from high blood pressure and from heartbeat disturbances like atrial fibrillation. Treatments are available. Water pills draw water from an overfilled circulation, and that eases the burden on the heart. Other medicines increase the strength of the heartbeat. Special pacemakers can restore synchronous beating to the heart’s out-of-sync pumping chambers. Congestive heart failure is not always a death sentence. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. The booklet on heart failure describes this common condition in greater detail. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 103W, 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: While trying to get out of the bathtub, I slipped and hit my chest against the side of the tub. My husband took me to the emergency room. X-rays showed two broken ribs. The ER doctor seemed to think this was nothing, but it was truly painful. He gave me a prescription for pain medicine, and that was it. Should some kind of splint be applied? How long does it take rib fractures to heal? -- M.K. • On June 11, 1509, King Henry VIII of England marries Catherine of Aragon, the first of six wives he will have in his lifetime. When Catherine failed to produce a male heir, Henry divorced her against the will of the Roman Catholic Church.

ANSWER: An uncomplicated rib fracture -- one in which the ends of the fracture are in alignment -- can be treated with pain relievers alone. Admittedly, even the small movement of breathing in and out worsens the pain, but your medicine ought to take care of that. Sometimes rib belts are put on patients to keep the fracture ends from moving. Whether they do much good is disputed, and they can be uncomfortable. You can expect your ribs to heal in six weeks.

• On June 15, 1877, Henry Ossian Flipper, born a slave in Thomasville, Ga., in 1856, becomes the first black cadet to graduate from the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. Flipper was never spoken to by a white cadet during his four years at West Point. • On June 16, 1884, the first roller coaster in America opens at Coney Island, in Brooklyn, N.Y. Known as a switchback railway, it traveled approximately 6 mph and cost a nickel to ride. • On June 12, 1942, Anne Frank, a young Jewish girl living in Amsterdam, receives a diary for her 13th birthday. A month later, she and her family went into hiding from the Nazis in rooms behind her father’s office. Anne’s diary, detailing their two years in hiding, was published in 1947.

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My dog, “Andie,” is a pretty laid-back border collie, well-socialized to other dogs and people. However, I am dismayed when a child runs up to her or another strange dog to pet or hug her. Andie tolerates these “surprise hugs” well, but other dogs may not be so well-trained. Can you please remind your readers about the right way to approach a strange dog? -- Carol J., Pittsburgh DEAR CAROL: You got it! Approaching a dog, even a dog you know, should be done with caution and respect. Parents need to teach their children how to behave around dogs. More than half of the 4.7 million Americans bitten by dogs last year were children. The American Veterinary Medical Association (avma.org) and Prevent the Bite (preventthebite. org) have joined the U.S. Postal Service to call attention to preventing dog bites. Here are some tips: --Never leave a baby or a small child alone with a dog, even the family pet. --Teach children not to approach strange dogs, run up to dogs to hug them or try to pet them through a fence. --Always ask permission of a dog’s owner before petting the dog. You should pet the dog first before letting your child pet the dog. --Learn the right way to approach and pet a dog, including your own dog. It should first be able to see you and sniff you. If the dog tenses, bristles, growls or backs away, back off. --Do not approach tethered or confined dogs, sleeping dogs or mothers taking care of puppies. --If you’re passing a dog, whether on or off a leash, walk steadily and calmly past, without making direct eye contact. Never run.

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NOW HERE’S A TIP By JoAnn Derson • Use a bandana to strain coffee if you’ve accidentally had a filter bust. It works. I first used this tip when camping, but I have used it at home, too. The coffee goes through it faster than a paper filter, which is fine when it’s already brewed, since you lose less heat. -T.R. in Arkansas • Recycling notes: Cardboard that’s greasy or foodcaked is just not recyclable. It’s trash. On the plus side, your glass jars don’t have to be perfectly clean, nor your cans crushed, in order to take them to the recycling center or drop curbside if your community has a plan in place. • “To freshen stuffed animals, dampen a cloth with a solution of 1 cup vinegar and 3 cups water. Wipe outside fur thoroughly, being careful not to soak it. Secure in a delicates bag or tie inside a pillowcase, then put in the dryer at low heat until completely dry.

Adding a fabric softener sheet for the final five minutes is nice, too.” -- D.W. in Oklahoma • Here’s a wonderful tip from Fibrenew, a leather, vinyl and plastics refurbishing specialist, on what to do if you get ink on your leather car seats: “DON’T use dish soap or hair spray to remove the marks. The degreasing agents in dish soap can permanently de-gloss and damage the top coating on the leather surface. Hair spray, another commonly recommended remedy, has alcohol in it and will ruin the surface coating on your leather.” Use a special leather-cleaning kit instead, or contact a local professional to fix it for you. • “Remove tea stains from your teapot with a few drops of bleach added to a pot of hot water. Let sit for five or so minutes, then swish with a brush. Most tea stains will come right out. Be sure to rinse well.” -- A.A. in Florida Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475 or e-mail JoAnn at heresatip@yahoo.com. • America got its first paved street back in 1647. It was, unsurprisingly, in New York City. • The fastest known star is traveling through space at a rate of 3.5 million miles per hour.

• It was celebrated physicist Albert Einstein who made the following sage observation: “Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” • It was in 1917 when one Dr. Walter G. Walford wrote an article warning readers of the perils of tight collars and ties, claiming that such constricting neckwear caused illness by retarding the flow of blood to the brain. • It’s fairly well known that seahorses are monogamous, staying with the same mate until death. Many people don’t realize, however, that these fish are so devoted that every day they reaffirm their union with a morning greeting dance. • When Ronald Reagan’s daughter, Patti, got married, there were more security personnel than guests in attendance.

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1. Louis Pasteur 2. Black currants 3. 1965 4. Also known as a sea, a maria is a dark region on the moon. 5. Pierre 6. “Skipping Christmas,” by John Grisham 7. Sidney Poitier won for his role in “Lilies of the Field.” 8. Duke of York 9. Cassius Clay 10. Buddy, a Labrador retriever

• If you’re like the average American, you use 2 gallons of water every time you brush your teeth. So turn off that faucet while you brush!

1. Alex Rodriguez of the New York Yankees had 54 in 2007. 2. Six. 3. New Orleans’ Drew Brees has done it in 43 consecutive games, starting in 2009. 4. Notre Dame’s Austin Carr had 61 points against Ohio in 1970. 5. Sidney Crosby, Alex Ovechkin and Evgeni Malkin. 6. Twenty-five consecutive years. 7. Steffi Graf, in 1988.

• If you like squash, corn, beans, pecans, chili peppers, pumpkins, maple syrup or cranberries, you have Native Americans to thank -- they’re the ones who taught Europeans to gather and use these foods. In fact, by the end of the past century, fully one-third of all crops grown in the United States were of Native American origin. • It’s not easy to contemplate, but before there was toilet paper, American colonists used corncobs. Thought for the Day: “Nothing pains some people more than having to think.” -- Martin Luther King Jr.

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