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Robert Ripley was born in Santa Rosa, Calif., in 1890 and began his working career as a cartoonist. His work came to the attention of William Randolph Hearst, and soon he became part of King Features Syndicate. His syndicated cartoons debuted in 1929 and captivated the American public to such a degree that radio and television broadcasts soon followed. Ripley was a dapper man, usually dressed in bow tie and spats, who traveled throughout the world in search of the bizarre and oddities. His travels were financed through his newspaper work. “Ripley’s Believe It or Not: Dare to Look!” is a new collection featuring the most bizarre, incredible and amazing true stories from around the world in the Ripley tradition. For example, featured are Farmer Hong and his traffic-stopping 5,000 ducks, the
stone forest of Madagascar, a lake filled with jellyfish on an island in Palau, Jesus “Chuy” Aceves, the wolf-boy of Mexico, and the biggest collection of dummies ever seen, spotlighted in an eight-page gatefold on the history of ventriloquists. This is a fascinating book and the perfect gift for anyone interested in exploring the extraordinary. Previous annual editions in this series include “Download the Weird,” “Enter If You Dare,” “Seeing Is Believing,” “Prepare to be Shocked” and the first volume, simply “Ripley’s Believe It or Not!” In addition to the printed text, readers can access exclusive bonus content through the “OddScan” function of the Ripley’s Believe It or Not app. For instance, by scanning an image of Puggy, a Pekingese from Texas with a remarkably long tongue, a video can be seen showing the pet lapping up some ice cream. Put another way, some of the stories in this book literally come to life. From near-miss accidents and fantastic sports feats, to extreme daredevils to unbelievable artwork, this is a book that’s almost impossible to put down. Believe it or not. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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HOLLYWOOD -- Warners recently unveiled its $25 million 3D/IMAX version of “The Wizard of Oz” (the original only cost $2,777,000) at the same time as The Pantages Theatre was presenting Andrew Lloyd Webber’s live version of the classic 1939 film. The 3D/IMAX version took 1,000 people more than 16 months to perfect. Seeing the film on a 94-footwide screen was like seeing it for the first time. In most films shot in 3D, they literally throw things at you for shock value. In this production, the characters pop out away from the backgrounds, giving you the feeling you are there with them. In IMAX, I was able to see things I’d never seen before in the 200 times I’ve
watched “The Wizard of Oz.” When Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her friends enter the haunted forest, before they’re attacked by Flying Monkeys, the Lion holds a large mallet, the Tinman has his axe and The Scarecrow is holding a gun! I found that very shocking, for the time! On Oct. 1, to commemorate “Oz’s” 75th anniversary, Wa r n e r s released a limitededition five-disc DVD set that includes a new makingof documentary disc and a 52page hardcover photo book. This film, made in 1939, is the oldest film ever converted to 3D/ IMAX, which made a classic film even better. ... The Pantages
Blood-Pressure Readings Can Vary DEAR DR. DONOHUE:
My question is about taking blood pressure readings. I am 87 years old, female, about 5 feet, 5 inches tall and weigh about 130 pounds. When I go for a checkup with my general practitioner, the nurse takes my blood pressure before I see the doctor. The cuff feels comfortable, and the reading is always in the normal range. I have
Theatre production of “The Wizard of Oz,” which played Toronto earlier this year, is in two acts, each 90 minutes long. In addition to all the songs from the film, nine new songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice have been added, including songs about “The Twister,” “The Haunted Forest,” “The Red Shoe Blues” and Dorothy singing “Nobody Understands Me.” Reviewers praised the production as
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had my blood pressure checked at other places (clinics, etc.) and usually the cuff is inflated very tight (so tight that it hurts) and the reading is very high. If the cuff is inflated too tightly, could it cause a high reading? -- I.S. ANSWER: High blood pressure is one of the most common medical conditions, and correct treatment of blood pressure is essential in order to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. It is not uncommon for blood pressure to vary from day to day, or even during a single day, but the changes you describe suggest two possibilities. The first is that the reading at your own doctor’s office is right, and the other places are wrong, which is probably the most
Arroyo have been named to receive The Kennedy Center Honors on Dec. 8, which will be broadcast Dec. 29 on CBS. It promises to be starstudded and very entertaining, a not-to-be-missed event. Carol Burnett will receive The Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize on Oct. 20, airing Wednesday, Oct. 30, on PBS. To re-use the famous line from her “Gone With the Wind” takeoff, after Rhett complimented Scarlet on what she was wearing, she said, “I saw it in the window and couldn’t resist it.” Well, we saw her in the TV and couldn’t resist her! When Carol heard the news, she quipped, “I can’t believe I’m getting a humor prize from The Kennedy Center. It’s almost impossible to be funnier than the people in Washington!” (c) 2013 King Features Synd.,
likely. Having blood pressure tested in a new place or by someone you don’t know certainly can cause the reading to be elevated. Automated blood pressure cuffs in pharmacies, etc., are sometimes right but often are wrong -- occasionally spectacularly. A very high pressure in the cuff, high enough to cause pain, can cause the blood pressure to go up, but not usually high enough to put people into the hypertensive range. Another possibility is that the nurse in your doctor’s office isn’t inflating the cuff high enough to get the correct reading, or deflating the cuff too quickly. The wrong-size cuff can lead to large errors in blood pressure readings. While all of these are possible, a trained nurse who takes blood pressure readings every day is not likely to make errors consistently. You can ask your doc-
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tor to double-check the nurse’s reading. High blood pressure is one of the most common ailments for the general population. The booklet on it describes what it does and how it’s treated. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 104W, 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:
Save plastic-lidded containers from the kitchen. Cover with colorful duct tape, and they can be used as storage or even as gift wrapping. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475 or e-mail JoAnn at heresatip@yahoo.com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
itchiness. Pretreatment with an antihistamine before showering can sometimes prevent the itching. Take it about an hour before you shower. Tiny hives also break out on the skin. They may be so tiny you can’t see them, or they may be in places where you can’t see them. I don’t know if I’m correct. Aquagenic pruritus is so rare that I never expected to hear anyone complain of it. Get this confirmed by a dermatologist. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.
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erage that the original Medicare doesn’t cover. The Part D prescription-drug plan will be approximately $31 for the fourth year in a row. Open enrollment starts Oct. 15 and closes Dec. 7 for health and drug plans. Plans change from year to year, and so do individual needs. Take some time to research the plans to make sure you get what you need. If you need help picking out a plan, call 1-800-633-4227 for more information. Or you can go online and compare plans at www.cms.gov (click on Medicare) or at www. medicare.gov (click Sign Up/ Change Plans). Remember: If you already have Medicare, you do not need to enroll in Obamacare. (Hang up on the scammers who call.) *** On Another Note: Have you had your flu shot this year? According to the Centers for
patient goes to a different facility. --Not all facilities are equal. Patients often are required to go to other facilities for care, or even go out of state. The American Legion program has been in operation for 10 years, visiting VA medical facilities to assess veterans health care and offering information and recommendations to the VA, Congress and government officials. Freddy Groves regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Send email to columnreply2@gmail.com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
Disease Control and Prevention, flu season could start as early as October. There are differences in vaccines this year. There are “trivalent” vaccines with three vaccines, “quadrivalent” vaccines with four types and a high-dose trivalent for seniors age 65 and older. Ask your doctor which you should have. There won’t be nearly as many doses of the quadrivalent vaccine available. The CDC website explains the differences in these vaccines, but doesn’t explain why there are two types this year. Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Send email to columnreply2@gmail.com. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
On Oct. 17, 1906, Wilhelm Voigt, a German shoemaker, impersonates an army officer and leads an entire squad of soldiers to help him steal 4,000 marks. Voigt humiliated the German army by exploiting their blind obedience to authority and getting them to assist in his audacious robbery.
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On Oct. 20, 1962, the White House press corps is told that President John F. Kennedy has a cold; in reality, he is holding secret meetings with advisers on the eve of ordering a blockade of Cuba. Kennedy had seen photographic proof that the Soviets were building ballistic On Oct. 15, 1917, missile sites on the Mata Hari is ex- island of Cuba. ecuted for espionage by a French On Oct. 18, 1974, firing squad. Her soul singer Al military trial was Green is attacked riddled with bias in his own bathand circumstan- tub when an extial evidence, and girlfriend pours a it is probable that pot of scalding-hot French authorities grits on his back. trumped her up as Her actions left “the greatest wom- Green with severe an spy of the centu- injuries but also ry” as a distraction shaken emotionfor the huge losses ally and spiritually. the French army By 1976, Green was suffering. had become an ordained Baptist On Oct. 14, 1947, minister and purU.S. Air Force chased a Memphis Capt. Chuck Yeager church, where he becomes the first still preaches today. person to fly faster than the speed of On Oct. 19, 1982, sound. Yeager’s maverick automoX-1 rocket plane bile executive John was lifted to an alti- DeLorean is arresttude of 25,000 feet ed in a Los Angeles by a B-29 aircraft motel with a briefand then released case containing $24 through the bomb million worth of bay. cocaine. According to authorities, On Oct. 16, 1958, DeLorean was atChevrolet begins to tempting to make a sell the El Camino, drug deal in order a combination se- to rescue his finandan-pickup truck. cially ailing DeLoIn 1964, the com- rean Motor Company introduced pany. a version built on the brawnier Chev- (c) 2013 King Feaelle platform. To- tures Synd., Inc. day, the car is a cult
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1. Is the book of 1 Chronicles in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Judges 11:1, who was a mighty man of valor but the son of a harlot? Jeroboam, Eliada, Jephthah, Adnah 3. What can’t one tell from where it comes and where it goes? Serpent, Lust, Wind, War 4. From Genesis 6:8, who found grace in the eyes of the Lord? Noah, Moses, Adam, Eve 5. Though they join forces, who will not go unpunished? Heathens, Mortals, Beasts, Wicked 6. How old was Isaac when he took Rebekah as his wife? 14, 40, 80, 130
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Q: I’ve been diagnosed with early-stage melanoma. I want the best care possible. I’ve heard about individualized cancer diagnosis and treatment, but I am not sure what it means. Can you explain? -- Sally H., Charlotte, N.C. A: Absolutely. Because labs can now determine your tumor’s DNA mutations and characteristics, doctors can ID the subtype of cancer you have and gauge which treatments and medications will combat it most effectively. At the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Mike’s home base, as well as at other leading cancer-care and research centers, melanoma, breast cancer, colorectal and nonsmall-cell lung cancer tumor cells can be analyzed and the best treatment options then selected. In the case of melanoma, DNA analysis of tumors lets new treatments be used early on, before the cancer spreads. Identification of patients with the BRAF gene -- about half of melanoma cases are associated with it -- makes certain therapies the best choice. And for the 50 percent of folks without that mutation, there’s a new agent (ipilimumab, or ipi) that causes remission in up to 15 percent of patients. There also have been advances in analysis of your own DNA, so you can find out if you have a certain genetic mutation. Discovery may lead you to make the most effective treatment choices or to reduce your risk for cancer, the recurrence of a cancer or development of a second cancer. For example, we know a faulty CDKN2A and CDK4 gene indicates that you’re at greater risk for melanoma. And the BRCA-1 or BRCA-2 mutation signals an increased risk for breast, ovarian, prostate or pancreatic cancer. And treatments are improving: Watson, the Jeopardywinning IBM supercomputer, is being used to evaluate the overwhelming volume of cancer research so doctors
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can develop the most upto-date, individualized treatments possible. You should go to a cancer center that’s recognized for excellence and ask about having your tumor’s genes (and yours) analyzed to discover the exact nature of your condition. Then talk to them about treatment options. By the way, new data indicate that increasing your HDL cholesterol level may decrease melanoma spread and increase survival. Good luck! Q: I put off getting my flu shot last year because they ran out and it wasn’t available when I asked. I finally got the shot in January, but came down with the flu a week later. This year, are the shots going to be available earlier and work better? -- Murray D., Fairfield, Ct. A: Oh, there are big changes. First, they’ve developed two types of vaccines, which increases the supply. One is made in an egg culture, and the other is made without using eggs. Now, those who are allergic to eggs can be vaccinated safely. (You have to be 18 to 49, and you don’t have to have the allergy to receive it). And, for the first time, the vaccine works against four (not just three) influenza strains. In the past, vaccines have been 60 percent to 90 percent effective in preventing the flu, depending on how accurately scientist predicted which strains (H1N1, H7N9, etc.) would be most prevalent and should be put into the vaccine. Adding one more strain to the vaccine increases the likelihood it will help you dodge the flu. So, Murray, if the vaccine you got last year didn’t target a strain you were exposed to, well, hello flu! Also, it takes about two weeks after inoculation for your immune system to get fully ramped up to fight off the flu. Either of those reasons could be why you got sick. One more thing: There’s a new quadruple high-dose vaccine for folks 65 plus; it compensates for diminishing immune response to the regular vaccine that can happen as you age. If you haven’t received your flu shot by the time you read this, get it pronto. But remember, flu season in the U.S. and Canada can last until May. So, it’s never too late to get the inoculation. *** Mehmet Oz, M.D. is host of “The Dr. Oz Show,” and Mike Roizen, M.D. is Chief Wellness Officer and Chair of Wellness Institute at Cleveland Clinic. Email your health and wellness questions to Dr. Oz and Dr. Roizen at youdocsdaily(at sign)sharecare.com. (c) 2013 Michael Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet Oz, M.D. Distributed by King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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GEORGE WASHINGTON’S TEETH George Washington, who lost all of his teeth at an early age, actually had several sets of false teeth. None were made of wood, which is a popular misconception. Two of them were made of hippopotamus ivory and gold, fashioned by Dr. John Greenwood, who was one of the most prominent dentists of the day. They had springs in them which pressed them firmly against the top and bottom of his mouth. Washington had to actively close his mouth to keep his teeth together. One of the denture sets is on display at the Samuel Harris National Museum of Dentistry in Baltimore. The other set was donated to the University of Maryland Dental School in Baltimore, which is the oldest dental college in the world. They in turn loaned the dentures to the Smithsonian Institute in 1976 for display at the bicentennial exhibit. They were stolen from the Smithsonian on June 19, 1981, probably for their gold content. The owner of the Carnegie Deli in New York offered a reward of a year’s worth of delicatessen food for their safe return, no questions asked. However, the dentures have never been recovered. FAST FACTS • In 1733, dentures gave rise to an important legal test case. John Zenger, editor of the New York Weekly Journal, said about Governor William Cosby that he had loathsome false teeth and an unclean mouth. The governor sued for libel. Zenger’s lawyer maintained the comments were not libelous unless it could be proven that the comments were wrong. The jury must have agreed that the governor had loathsome false teeth, because they found Zenger not guilty. • Clark Gable had no teeth, but wore dentures. “Gone With the Wind” co-star Vivian Leigh complained that he had terrible breath. continues on Page 11
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Lampshade Makeover Brightens Up Room “Who turned out the lights so soon?” I overheard a 5-year-old boy ask his mom as they returned from a toobrief evening bike ride. I find myself pondering the same question. It’s as though long, bright summer evenings vanished before our eyes. Ready or not, fall has taken hold, and lamps are back in service. But if you’re like me, you might be noticing that the lampshades in your kids’ rooms are looking outdated or dingy. The good news is that with just a few inexpensive supplies and your kids’ creativity, you can do a lampshade makeover in no time. Using colorful tissue paper and basic glue, you’ll see a successful transformation right before your eyes. Here’s what you’ll need: --Inexpensive, standard white lampshade without pleats. --Sheets of tissue paper in several colors --Household white glue diluted with a few drops of water to create a milkshake-like consistency --Paintbrush Tear tissue paper into 1-inch by 1-inch size pieces. This is a perfect job for preschoolers. Older children might prefer cutting straight-sided squares or rectangles with scissors. Either way, your lampshade will look great. Set the lampshade on a newspaper-covered work surface. Paint an outside section with the glue-andwater mixture and
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attach the tissue paper pieces, overlapping them as you go. Paint a little of the glue mixture over the top of the tissue paper and smooth each piece out with your fingers. When the shade is covered, finish it off with a final coating of glue and water. Let dry. Here are some creative add-on ideas: Baby’s Room Attach a piece of self-sticking Velcro near the base of the lamp. Place a matching piece on a toy, doll or stuffed animal and attach to the lamp. B a r n y a r d Themed Room Cut out more tissue paper in recognizable barnyardanimal shapes for a young child’s room. Cookie cutters make good patterns. Glue them to the tissue-covered shade parading around the shade n e a r the bottom rim. W h e n dry, an adult may outline the shapes with acrylic paint in squeeze bottles. Outer-SpaceThemed Room Glue glow-in-the dark stars on a shade that has been covered with navy or other dark-colored tissue squares. *** 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.” (c) 2013 Donna Erickson Distributed by King Features Synd.
Have a Healthy Fall Some fruits and vegetables are easier to come by in the summer months, but there is still a good variety available in the fall and winter. It’s important to include fruits and vegetables in your diet year-round to stay healthy and ward off diseases. Here are some of the superstar fruits and vegetables of the fall and winter months. Sweet potatoes: They’re loaded with beta-carotene (which the body makes into vitamin A), vitamin C, potassium, fiber, iron and vitamin B6. Sweet potatoes have more nutrients than regular white potatoes and can replace white potatoes in some recipes. Try them mashed, baked or as a dessert. Apples: Apples are a traditional fall favorite and are easy to find in the supermarket, or you can pick your own at a nearby orchard. They are a quick, easy snack and can be paired with peanut butter or cheese for protein. Apples contain antioxidants, which may help protect against certain cancers and reduce levels of LDL, or bad cholesterol. Apples have vitamin C, vitamin K and fiber. Remember the old saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Broccoli: This is one vegetable that can be eaten raw or cooked, hot or cold, by itself or with other foods. Broccoli can help prevent cancer and heart disease, and boost the immune system. Nutrients in broccoli include vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B-6, iron, calcium, magnesium and vitamin E. Pumpkin: Pumpkin is a great source of potassium and beta carotene, a powerful antioxidant that is good for the eyes. Canned or prepared fresh, pumpkin can be made into a variety of soups, baked goods and desserts. Kiwi: This fruit can be eaten alone (after peeling) or can be
added to many different dishes, including soups, salads and desserts. Kiwi contains antioxidants, which can help protect the eyes, heart and colon. Kiwi has vitamin C, fiber, potassium, magnesium and vitamin E. Avocado: Avocados contain healthy monounsaturated fat. Even healthy fat is a dense source of energy, so it’s important to eat avocados in moderation. They also contain vitamin E, fiber, potassium, folate and vitamin C. Avocados can be used on sandwiches or salads, or made into guacamole. Spinach: Dark-green veggies contain a variety of nutrients a healthy body needs. Spinach is packed with vitamin A, vitamin K, iron, folate, magnesium, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, fiber and vitamin E. Spinach also has antioxidants and anti-cancer agents. Frozen or fresh spinach can be added to just about any meal. Try using it on pizza or lasagna or use it instead of lettuce in a salad. Pears: They are a good source of fiber, antioxidants and vitamin C. Research suggests that regularly eating pears and other fruits may guard against macular degeneration. Pears seldom cause allergies and are usually safe for infants and small children. Green beans: Green beans are high in vitamin K, which protects red blood cells and helps reduce the severity of asthma, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. They also contain vitamin C, potassium, folate, iron and magnesium. Green beans can be served as a side dish or used in salads, soups or casseroles. My recipe for Lebanese-Style Green Beans uses this superstar fall vegetable in an interesting and delicious new way! (Additional information courtesy of Melissa Bess, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Camden County, University of Missouri Extension.)
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1. McFadden & Whitehead from their debut album in 1979. The song has been widely covered and is the theme song for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Marching Band. 2. They began with a black Briton, a Jewish drummer, an Anglo-Saxon Englishman and a cross-dressing Irish singer. 3. The Temptations, in 1968. The song won the group its first Grammy for Best Rhythm & Blues Group Performance. In spite of popular opinion, the group has always claimed the song isn’t about drugs. 4. The Turtles, in 1969. The song was written in 1964 by two members of The Byrds. 5. “Born in the U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen in 1984. The Battle of Khe Sahn became, in the U.S., a symbol of the futility of the war in Vietnam.
LEBANESE-STYLE GREEN BEANS There’s a wonderful, thick Lebanese strained yogurt called Labenah that is used in everything from pasta to vegetables. I’ve substituted Greek yogurt and spices to create a creamy, rich dressing that’s perfect for green beans or as a sauce with cooked pasta. Frozen or canned green beans also will work just fine. Just strain off any liquids after cooking before tossing with the dressing. 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces 1 clove garlic, minced, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint or parsley (optional) 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1. Place a medium bowl of ice water near the stove. Bring an inch of water to a boil in a large saucepan fitted with a steamer basket. Add green beans, cover, and cook until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the beans to the ice water to cool. Remove from the ice water with a slotted spoon and let drain on a kitchen towel; blot dry with another towel. 2. If using fresh garlic, mash with salt using the back of a spoon until a paste forms. Whisk the garlic paste (or garlic powder and salt) with yogurt, oil, mint or parsley (if using), nutmeg and pepper in a large bowl. Add the green beans and toss to coat. Serve warm or cold. Serves 4. *** Angela Shelf Medearis is an award-winning children’s author, culinary historian and author of seven cookbooks. Her new cookbook is “The Kitchen Diva’s Diabetic Cookbook.” Her website is www.divapro.com. To see how-to videos, recipes and much, much more, Like Angela Shelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva!, on Facebook and go to Hulu.com. Recipes may not be reprinted without permission from Angela Shelf Medearis. (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc., and Angela Shelf Medearis
Advertising/Distribution call (864)962-7600 ● 1(855)SC-TIDBITS ● publisher@sctidbits.com TOOTH FAIRY MUSEUM When in Deerfield, Illinois, visit the Tooth Fairy Museum to see a Tooth Fairy treasure trove including Tooth Fairies made out of everything from paper mache to clay to fabric. There are tooth fairy angels, pixies, ballerinas, and even a Tooth Fairy bag lady. Of course there are a lot of Tooth Fairy boxes designed for children to put their teeth into in order to receive their money. One is shaped like a set of pink gums and is designed so that each tooth lost is placed in the appropriate slot, reproducing the child’s smile. Collecting money for lost teeth is an American habit which became popular around 1900. At that time the going rate per tooth was about 12 cents. Now, it’s at least a dollar per tooth lost. YOU BE THE JUDGE A dental hygienist who happened to be a born-again Christian found that when she had people in the dental chair it was a perfect time to save their souls. Patients resented this; the dentist she worked for forbad it; but she continued the practice anyway. She was fired. She sued, saying she’d only been exercising her right to free speech. If you were the judge, how would you rule? The judge disagreed with the hygienist and supported her dismissal because, “a dentist has the right to expect his hygienist... not to add more discomfort to a patient’s already uncomfortable situation.” ALFRED E. NEUMAN An ad for a dental clinic in Topeka, Kansas in the 1920’s featured a grinning boy with red hair, freckles and a missing front tooth. The boy was not worried a bit, because his dentist was Painless Romine. The picture of the grinning boy also appeared in ads for shoes and soft drinks. In the 1950’s the boy was adopted by Mad Magazine, and named Alfred E. Neuman. His slogan became, “What, me worry?” In 1956 he was even featured as a write-in candidate for president, but lost.
death of British novelist, poet and essayist D.H. Lawrence, the author’s body was cremated. What is unusual is that, at Lawrence’s request, his ashes were mixed into the plaster used to build It was Albert Einstein who the D.H. Lawrence Ranch made the following sage ob- in Questa, N.M. servation: “There are only two ways to live your life. As Halloween approaches, One is as though nothing is if you live in New Jersey, a miracle. The other is as Pennsylvania or Iowa, you though everything is a mir- might want to keep in mind acle.” your state’s tax policy. If you’re buying a pumpkin to Many people believe that carve into a jack-o’-lantern, one should never remove you’ll need to pay tax on the one’s wedding ring. How- gourd. Pumpkins used for ever, one superstition holds food purposes, however, are that doing so is perfectly subject to no such tax. acceptable -- as long as the ring is being used to ward In 2009, a Saudi couple off a witch. who had spent their honeymoon in Malaysia encounThere’s nothing surprising tered difficulty on the return about the fact that upon the flight home. It seems that the
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groom felt the bride was taking too long in the airport restroom, so he boarded the flight back to Saudi Arabia before she did. When he allowed the plane to leave without her, she insisted on an immediate divorce. The next time you’ve enjoyed a happy hour out with friends, you might want to consider the virtually unknown adjective “gambrinous,” which means “to be content and happy due to a stomach full of beer.” *** Thought for the Day: “My advice to you is to get married. If you find a good wife, you’ll be happy; if not, you’ll become a philosopher.” -- Socrates (c) 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Maple-Roasted Chicken Thighs This autumnal take on roast chicken is perfect for a chilly fall night. The ingredients -- maple syrup, chicken thighs and sweet root vegetables -- are rustic and really satisfying. 4 large skinless chicken thighs, about 1 1/2 pounds with bones 2 small (about 1 pound total) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks 1 small onion, cut into 1-inch pieces 8 ounces baby carrots 8 ounces parsnips (can be substituted for above ingredient), cut into 1-inch chunks 1/4 cup maple syrup 1. Preheat oven to 450 F. 2. In 15 1/2-by-10 1/2-inch jelly-roll pan or large shallow roasting pan, combine chicken, sweet potato chunks, onion, baby carrots, maple syrup, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and toss to coat. 3. Roast chicken mixture 40 to 45 minutes or until juices run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced with tip of knife and liquid in pan thickens slightly, stirring vegetables once and turning chicken over halfway through roasting. TIP: There’s nothing simpler than roasted meat and vegetables; a tasty glaze makes them special. Each serving: About 290 calories, 4g total fat (1g saturated), 80mg cholesterol, 695mg sodium, 41g total carbs, 4g dietary fiber, 21g protein. For thousands of triple-tested recipes, visit our website at www.goodhousekeeping. com/recipefinder/. (c) 2013 Hearst Communications, Inc. All rights reserved
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any catering service or banquet group dinner. Banquet groups of 10 or more.
Since 2010
Banquet Center & Catering Banquets • Meetings • Parties • Picnic s We dding Receptions • Anniversaries Holid ays • Any Occasio n
Friar’s Tavern
1178 Woodruff Road • 288-1898 www.friarstavern.net
Friar’s Tavern
Wings/Chicken Fingers/Salads Sandwiches/Pulled Pork Wraps/Pizza Custom Menu Items Available
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