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ONE-HIT WONDERS by Kathy Wolfe
Most of us have a favorite singer or band from whom we eagerly await a new song or CD. But what about those groups who brought us a hit and were never heard from again? This week, Tidbits remembers some of those artists who hit the charts once and only once. • The term “one-hit wonder” usually refers to performers who had only one Billboard Top 40 hit single, or had one song that overshadowed all their other work. • A fictional band recorded one of pop’s most successful songs, “Sugar, Sugar,” in 1969. Ranked as the number one song of the year, it sold six million copies and records were even placed on the back of Post Super Sugar Crisp cereal boxes. The group The Archies was made up of cartoon characters Archie Andrews, Reggie Mantle, and Jughead Jones for an animated TV series, but the music was recorded by session musicians, featuring Ron Dante on vocals. Dante was also the co-producer of Barry Manilow’s first nine albums and sang back-up on many of Manilow’s hits. Dante had another one-hit wonder as the sole singer in the pop group The Cuff Links. In 1969, as “Sugar, Sugar” was sitting at the top of the charts, the million-copy seller “Tracy” was released by Dante, who used his voice in 16 dubovers. “Tracy” spent 12 weeks on the U.S. chart. turn the page for more!
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ONE-HIT WONDERS (continued): • One of the most popular songs of the disco era, “The Hustle,” was recorded by Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony in 1975, and was awarded a Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance, selling over a million copies. McCoy’s reason for achieving a one-hit wonder was a tragic one – he died of a heart attack in 1979 at the age of 39. • The British pop group Edison Lighthouse was named for the Eddystone Lighthouse off the southwest coast of England. Best known for 1970’s million-selling record “Love Grows Where My Rosemary Goes,” the band was just a group of studio musicians that had been hurriedly put together. The tune enjoyed a brief revival when it was featured in the 2001 film Shallow Hal, starring Jack Black, with Gwyneth Paltrow in the role of Rosemary. • Rolling Stone magazine has ranked 1970’s “Spirit in the Sky” as number 333 on their list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time.” Written, recorded, and released by Norman Greenbaum in late 1969, the song spent 15 weeks in the Top 100, with sales of over two million copies. Greenbaum never hit the charts again, but today, Major League Baseball’s Los Angeles Angels use the song to introduce their starting lineup at their Anaheim stadium. • Singer Bobby McFerrin is a ten-time Grammy Award winner, but his chart-topper “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” is probably the only song any of us remember. The song is entirely a cappella, using no instruments at all, the first of its kind to reach Number One on the Billboard chart. The lyrics were inspired by the words of an Indian mystic Meher Baba, who encompassed his philosophy in those four words.
Dog Is Afraid of Cats DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My mixed breed dog, “Jessup,” is absolutely terrified of my two cats. As soon as he notices both of them in the room with him, he yelps and runs off to another room with his tail between his legs. I have never seen any other interaction between them, good or bad. Jessup is a rescue dog, and I wonder if something in his past is causing this. Is there any way to get him past his fear of cats? -Jamie in Sioux Falls, South Dakota DEAR JAMIE: I suspect the same thing: Jessup had a bad experience with a cat in the past, and the memory still brings up fear. I don’t know that he can ever completely get past that fear, but perhaps you can reduce his flight reaction. If the cats aren’t at all bothered by his presence and are generally pretty mellow (for cats, anyway), you can try to desensitize Jessup somewhat. Do this by gradually reintroducing all the pets into one room. You’ll need a helper for this. First, bring in Jessup and command him to sit or lie down and stay next to you. Keep a supply of treats in your pocket. Next, have your helper bring in one of the
cats, cradled in their arms or, if necessary, in a carrier. They should sit down across the room where Jessup can see them. If and when Jessup begins to react, tell him to sit and stay. Give him a treat if he obeys. Do this for only a minute or so at first, and gradually extend the time each day. Avoid getting frustrated. If you can get Jessup to stay just a short time by your side and then calmly leave the room, that would be a big victory.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Time is on your side in the early part of the week. But anything left undone by midweek will need to be put into rush mode. The weekend offers choices for you and someone special. TAURUS (April 30 to May 20) Finally getting credit for a contribution is nice for all you ideagenerating Ferdinands and Fernandas. But don’t sit on your laurels under the cork tree. Use it as a first step to a bigger opportunity. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Despite the progress made, a hint of doubt might set in. That’s OK. You need to stop and consider not only what you’re doing but also how you are doing. Make adjustments where needed. CANCER ( June 21 to July 22) The dreamer is dominant in the Moon Child’s aspect, but a dollop of hardheaded practicality is coming up fast and jockeying for space. The challenge is to make room for both modes. LEO ( July 23 to August 22) It’s a good week for Leos and Leonas to start assessing what they’ve done and what they plan to do. Moving to a new environment -- home or job-related -- is a possibility for some Cats. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) The week calls for Virgos to make tough decisions, but in a way that leaves the door open for changes. Ask for advice from someone who has been in the position you’re in now. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Disappointments are never easy to take, but you have the ability to learn from them and go on to success. Meanwhile, continue to build up your contacts. You’ll need them soon. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Things might still be going much too slowly to suit you. But you need the time to make sure they’re going in the right direction. It’s easier to make a course correction now rather than later. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Showing some temperament at the way things are going is one way of getting your point across. Just don’t overdo it, or you risk turning away moremoderate supporters. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Things could change more quickly this week than you like. But don’t fret; you’ll most likely find that you’re up to the challenges. The weekend offers much-needed relaxation. AQUARIUS ( January 20 to February 18) Big challenge coming up? Uncross those fingers and believe that you’re going to do well. And keep in mind that so many people have faith in your ability to succeed. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Testing the waters is a good way of learning about an opportunity before plunging right in. Ask more questions and be alert to any attempts to avoid giving complete answers. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a gift for making people -- and animals, too -- feel special and loved.
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1. MEASUREMENTS: How many seconds are in a day? 2. MOVIES: What comedy of 1980 carried the tagline, “They’ll never get caught. They’re on a mission from God”? 3. TELVISION: What are the names of Marge’s twin sisters on “The Simpsons”? 4. LANGUAGE: What is a cynophile? 5. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What are the small indentations on a golf ball called? 6. MEDICAL: What is the more common term for “somniloquy”? 7. GAMES: In chess, what are rooks also known as? 8. U.S. STATES: What is the capital of New York state? 9. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What adjective describes animals with hooves? 10. GEOGRAPHY: What was the prior English name of the nation of Sri Lanka?
1. In what year did the Chicago Cubs play their first game at Weeghman Park -later known as Wrigley Field? 2. Who replaced Davey Johnson as manager of the New York Mets in 1990? 3. In 2014, Rashad Greene set a Florida State record for most receiving yards (3,830). Who had held the mark? 4. Who holds the record for most field goals made in a season for the Houston Rockets? 5. Name the last NHL player before Alexander Ovechkin (three consecutive) to win a goal-scoring title. 6. Who was the only U.S. soccer player on both the 1999 and 2015 women’s World Cup squad? 7. How many title fights did Earnie Shavers have during his 26-year heavyweight boxing career?
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ONE-HIT WONDERS (continued):
• Back in 1968, John Fred and his Playboy Band released “Judy in Disguise (With Glasses)”, a hit that sold over a million copies. The song’s title was a parody of the Beatles’ “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds.” The number one hit which spoke of “lemonade pies and cantaloupe eyes,” actually knocked another Beatles hit, “Hello, Good-bye” out of the number one position for two weeks, but it was the one and only hit for the Playboy Band. • The Starland Vocal Band was made up of two married couples who recorded one of 1976’s biggest-selling singles. “Afternoon Delight” was nominated for four Grammy Awards, winning two, including Best New Artist. The Band’s success resulted in a six-week summer variety TV show, which employed the talents of a young writer named David Letterman. The Band’s follow-up album failed miserably, and the group broke up, as did the marriages. • The 2000 movie Rugrats in Paris featured the song “Who Let the Dogs Out?”, performed by the Baha Men, which won numerous awards, including the 1974 Grammy for Best Dance Recording, Billboard’s World Music Artist of the Year, and World Music Album of the Year, and Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Award. Yet this popular tune has been ranked third on Rolling Stone’s “20 Most Annoying Songs, “ number one on Spinner’s “Top 20 Worst Songs Ever, and number two on AOL Radio’s “100 Worst Songs Ever.” Needless to say, the Baha Men haven’t hit the charts again.
Valentine’s Day hearts come in all shapes and sizes in this fun kitchen craft using simple ingredients: unflavored gelatin, food coloring and water. In fact, any shape can have its moment in the sun when the plain gelatin stain-glass-like artistic renderings harden into translucent pieces resembling some of the twists and turns of world-famous artist Chihuly’s sculptural glass works. It’s an activity the whole family can enjoy together to make unique household decorations or embellishments for clothing and shoes. Here’s how to turn unflavored gelatin and water into wacky hard-as-plastic heart shapes: 1. To make the concoction, an adult should stir together 9 tablespoons of water and several drops of food coloring in a saucepan over low heat. Add three envelopes of unflavored gelatin such as Knox, stirring for about 30 seconds or until dissolved. 2. Pour the mixture into a large plastic lid with a rim and a thickness of at least 1/4 inch (a 24-ounce coffee can plastic cover or a lid from a large plastic deli container works well.) Spread air bubbles to the edge with a spoon. Let set on the kitchen counter for no longer than 45 minutes. 3. Remove the flexible gelatin disk from the lid. The disk will be pliable enough to make cutouts with heart-shape cookie cutters. Be sure to keep any odd gelatin scraps left from the cutouts to make free-form designs. For a mobile hanger, leave the entire outer round rim intact. 4. Use a straw to poke holes into shapes for stringing. Dry the shapes for three to four days on a cooling rack until completely hard. 5. Fasten strings, fishing line or embroidery thread to hearts and tie to open spaces or the rim of the leftover round disk for a fanciful mobile. 6. If you make a variety of shapes, glue the gems on the front of a barrette clasp. Tie them on your gym shoes or through a ribbon on a gift for extra panache. Store leftover pieces in a shoebox to use for future projects. Tip: As the pieces dry they tend to curl, which makes them unique. However, if you want them to remain fairly flat, dry them between two kitchen HandiWipes, held taut in an embroidery hoop. Note: This concoction is not edible.
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For Advertising Call (541) 203-0233 ONE-HIT WONDERS (continued): • Sheb Wooley’s one big hit, which was #1 on the Billboards charts for seven weeks in 1958, has enjoyed popularity for decades. The novelty song “The Purple People Eater” told of a “one-eyed, one-horned, flying purple eater,” who comes to Earth because it wants to be in a rock and roll band. The defensive line of the Minnesota Vikings (whose uniforms were purple) adopted the term from the late 1960s through the 1970s. The song was used in cartoons, TV commercials, and film soundtracks, as well as its own film in 1988. • In 1968, Paul Leka co-wrote the one-hit wonder “Green Tambourine,” which was recorded by The Lemon Pipers. The following year, his onehit composition for the studio group Steam (who broke up before they ever went on a tour) was “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye.” • Does the name Carlton Douglas ring a bell? He won the 1974 Grammy Award for Best-selling Single and retains his fame for one of the bestselling singles of all time. “Kung Fu Fighting” has had sales of upwards of 11 million records worldwide, but Carl Douglas went on the books as a one-hit wonder. • You might remember the wavy-haired ukulele player Tiny Tim, a singer with a high falsetto voice who recorded “Tiptoe Through the Tulips” in 1968. Born Herbert Khaury in 1932, this unusual artist’s performance of this old 1929 tune was nominated for a Grammy Award. His shortlived fame included performances on “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In,” many appearances in Las Vegas, and “The Tonight Show’s” airing of Tim’s wedding to “Miss Vicki” in 1969 with 40 million viewers. Although Khaury released other albums, none enjoyed the success of his first.
To Your Good Health By Keith Roach, M.D.
Common Shaving Myth Debunked DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 48-year-old, athletically fit man with excessive body hair on my back, chest and arms. I see that the younger generation of men at the gyms, pools and beaches seem to all groom (shave) their body hair for better appearance. I started trimming down but have not fully shaved. My concern is whether, when you cut hair, it grows faster. When I’m in my upper 60s or 70s and decide to stop, will my body hair grow to 4 inches long? Does your body hair continue to grow at a normal rate when you’re older, or does it slow down? Please advise. -- M.C. ANSWER: No, it’s a myth that cutting or shaving
I am aware that the current trend is for hairlessappearing skin. However, I see a lot of people with infections from shaving. If you do shave, use plenty of mild shaving cream or gel, always use a new, sharp razor, and use a soothing aftershave cream or lotion to help close the pores after shaving.
ANSWER: No, that sounds too fast for an 86-yearold. The formula you mention is one frequently stated, and it isn’t particularly accurate, since there is a great deal of individual variation. But 170 is very fast for an 86-year-old. I wonder if it’s accurate. A pulse monitor, using electrical impulses, is the most accurate, but even these can be fooled by electrical interference. If it really is so fast, I would worry about an exercise-induced tachycardia, and a visit to your doctor or cardiologist would be a good idea, especially if you are having symptoms of chest discomfort or shortness of breath.
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 86-year-old male in good health. I take a 40-mg simvastatin and a 150mcg levothyroxine. I exercise three times a week -- one hour with weights and one hour of aerobics (elliptical and treadmill). On the treadmill, I go from a speed of 3.5 for 25 seconds to 6.0 for 25 seconds. My heart rate goes from 89 to 170 (sometimes 165 to 178) but drops back to about 89 when I return to the slower speed. I have heard that your exercise heart rate should be 212 minus your age times 80 percent. That would be 101. Does my 170 for 25 seconds sound OK? -- E.N.W.
DEAR DR. ROACH: Do peanuts (which are not nuts, but legumes) afford the same health benefits as nuts? -- A.
hair makes it grow faster. It certainly might seem to come in more coarsely, since the cut hair under the surface of the skin is thick. But there is no effect on hair growth. Hair growth rates stay roughly the same throughout adulthood.
ANSWER: Most of the studies showing benefits of nuts included peanuts as well. Peanuts probably have the same benefits as tree nuts. Unfortunately, many people are allergic to nuts, and many to peanuts. Those people can’t get the benefits of eating nuts, as it is unsafe, even life-threatening on occasion.
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* Those who study such things say that your brain takes about 0.0004 seconds to retrieve a memory. * It was columnist and editor Doug Larson who made the following sage observation: “Few things are more satisfying than seeing your children have teenagers of their own.” * If you’re a fan of football, you’ve probably seen the leaping lion logo on the helmets of Detroit Lions players. You might not realize, though, that the lion has a name: Bubbles. UNUSUAL ANIMALS:
POLAR BEARS
Just in time for Polar Bear Day on February 27, Tidbits offers information on this Arctic dweller. • If you’re looking for polar bears, you’ll have to travel north of the Arctic Circle, the only place they’re found. About 60% of the world’s population (an estimated 20,000 to 25,000 bears) is found in Canada, with smaller subpopulations distributed throughout Alaska, Russia, Greenland, and Norway. • Although its scientific name is Ursus maritimus, meaning “sea bear,” other languages have different names for the polar bear. In Greenland, it is known as Tomassuk, translating “the master of helping spirits.” The Inuit call the bear Nanuq, “an animal worthy of great respect,” or Phioqahiak, “the ever-wandering one,” an appropriate term since the bears may travel thousands of miles every year in search of food. The Scandinavian name is Isbjorn, or “ice bear.” • As the world’s largest land carnivores, male polar bears measure up to 9 feet (2.75 m) nose to tail and can reach a weight of 1,760 lbs. (798 kg). • Although the bears appear to be white, their hair shafts are actually pigment-free and transparent. The shaft’s hollow core reflects visible light the same as ice and snow and appear white. The fur is a dense mixture of hairs of various lengths, thicker than any other bears’, which prevents heat loss from the massive body. The skin underneath is actually black to absorb heat. Under the skin is an insulating layer of fat, or blubber, about 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) thick.
* The first volume of the first edition of the Oxford English Dictionary was published in 1884, 30 years after the Philological Society of London came up with the idea for a dictionary that traced the way the language had developed from Anglo-Saxon times. It was estimated that the entire project would take 10 years, but in half that time they’d completed just a single volume, covering A to Ant.
Senior Hunger Options There are 9 million seniors who are at risk for hunger every day in America, statistics show. If you’re a senior over age 60 and you don’t get enough to eat, there are options. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can provide an average $126 each month to go toward food. Check the government section of your phone book for the local office, or see www.fns.usda.gov/snap. In some states, as part of SNAP, you also might be eligible for The Senior Farmers Markets Nutrition Program (SFMNP), which will provide a coupon booklet that can be used at farmers markets to buy fresh fruit and vegetables. Information is available on the USDA.gov website. More and more senior centers are providing food programs. Ask about a Senior Grocery
When the VA Wants Its Money Back
Taking any type of monetary payment from the Department of Veterans Affairs means that at any time, it can ask for the money back. If that happens, you’re at risk of having all your benefits canceled until the debt is paid. A Washington veteran recently went through the process of the VA trying to collect money it said he owed. Fortunately for him, he had kept every single piece of paper and receipt, and a copy of every letter he’d written to the VA. That inches-high stack of copies was helpful to the attorney he had to hire. One document was a letter he’d sent to the VA saying he was in prison but needed the money to take care of his family. The VA kept the payments coming. Once he got out, the VA suddenly wanted all its money
* You might be surprised to learn that the person who has been nominated for more Academy Awards than any other living person is neither an actor nor a director. American composer John Williams -- who created scores for such memorable films as the “Star Wars” series, “Jaws,” “Schindler’s List,” “Jurassic Park,” the “Indiana Jones” series, “Fiddler on the Roof” and the first three “Harry Potter” movies -- has (so far) been nominated for a whopping 50 Oscars, and he has taken home five of the statuettes. He’s also received three Emmy Awards, four Golden Globes and 22 Grammy Awards -- with an astounding 65 Grammy nominations to his name. * It’s not clear why, but the incidence of lefthandedness in twins is significantly higher than it is in the general population.
Program in your state, or the local food bank. The center also might host a monthly luncheon, or perhaps a weekly get-together lunch. You’ll make contacts at any of these events that can steer you to other local food programs. Contact the Council on Aging (www.ncoa. org) branch in your state for a full list of programs you can apply for. Or search online for “senior hunger resources” in your state. If you were turned down for food benefits, apply again, especially if your situation has changed in any way. If Meals on Wheels in your area isn’t taking new clients (many of them don’t have enough resources nowadays), get put on the waiting list anyway. Contact churches in your area to ask about senior meal programs. Ask your doctor for resources. Remember: It’s not only OK to ask for help when you need it, it’s imperative. To maintain your health, you need proper nutrition.
back -- either in one big bite or they’d cut off all his benefits until that amount was repaid. Multiple letters sent by the attorney were ignored until suddenly, without fanfare, the veteran received a waiver of the debt. Direct overpayment isn’t the only way a veteran can end up with cash that needs to be returned. Temporary 100-percent disability payments can be a problem when the illness goes into remission or is cured. The VA is supposed to ask for a follow-up medical exam to track progress, but often it doesn’t and the checks just keep arriving. At some point the VA realizes its error and demands all the money back. Another problem happens when a VA claim number is used to process one payment and a Social Security number is used to process an identical one. If you get monetary benefits from the VA, keep track of it. If it asks for any money back, go online to ww.va.gov/debtman, or call 800-827-0648.
Older Typewriters Are Hot Collectible
Q: I have read your column for a number of years. Is there a trend you have spotted that surprised you? -- Karen, Tyler, Texas A: I visit antique malls and shops on a regular basis, and two things I’ve noticed are the popularity of older typewriters and the collectibility of kitchenware from the 1960s and ‘70s. Royal and Underwood typewriters from the 1930s and ‘40s are selling at a premium. Almost
as quickly as they are priced and placed for sale in shops, they are snapped up by enthusiasts. I spoke to a Phoenix dealer who has sold three dozen typewriters during the past year, an incredible number but one that reflects how much in demand they seem to be. The second trend that I didn’t anticipate is the interest in mid-century kitchen clutter. Items such as mixing bowls, kitchen utensils and even older toasters are selling extremely well. Meanwhile, there has been a decrease in demand for Singer treadle sewing machines. Prices are stagnant, and most seem to be selling in the $75-$200 range. As with most collectibles, condition and the manufacturer’s model are always important, and there are always exceptions to the rule. *** Q: Several weeks ago, I purchased some early bottles that originally contained Lemp Beer. I have never heard of Lemp Beer, but assume they must
be worth more than the 25 cents each I paid for them. -- Robert, Naperville, Illinois A: Adam Lemp began brewing beer in St. Louis in either 1838 or 1840 (the date varies according to the source). Operations continued until 1918 when the brewery closed quietly -- workers discovered the gates locked when they showed up for work. Lemp Beer collectibles are extremely popular throughout the Midwest. *** Q: I am restoring a craftsman house that was built in 1919. I have found most of the furniture from the period with the exception of porch wicker. I would like to find period pieces, but am not having much luck. -- Stan, Buffalo, New York A: There are several businesses that feature vintage wicker in the Northeast. One of the better ones in your region is Antique Wicker, P.O. Box 69, Bernard, ME 04612; and info@antiquewicker. com.
Parsley-Pesto Salmon 1 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice Salt and black pepper 4 salmon steaks, about 3/4-inch thick (about 4 ounces each) 1. Heat oven to 400 F. In blender or in food processor, with knife blade attached, puree parsley, oil, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until smooth. 2. Coat salmon steaks with parsley mixture. In oven-safe 10-inch skillet over high heat, cook salmon until lightly browned on both sides, about 2 minutes. 3. Place skillet in oven. Roast salmon until just opaque throughout, 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 4 main-dish servings. * Each serving: About 334 calories, 23g protein, 2g carbohydrate, 1g fiber, 21g total fat (4g saturated), 67mg cholesterol, 366mg sodium. ON THE SIDE: Watercress Salad: For each person, mix 2 teaspoons olive oil, a dash of vinegar or lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Add 1/8 teaspoon finely chopped garlic if desired. Add 1 cup watercress mixed with 2 cups milder-tasting greens, like romaine or butter lettuce. Toss until evenly coated.
Lemon-Parsley Rice 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1 cup water 1 cup brown rice Salt 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon peel 1. In 3-quart saucepan, heat broth and water to boiling over high heat. Stir in rice and 1/4 teaspoon salt; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer, until rice is tender and all liquid has been absorbed, 40 to 45 minutes. 2. Remove pan from heat and let stand 5 minutes. 3. To serve, fluff rice with fork. Stir in parsley and lemon peel. Makes 4 servings. * Each serving: About 175 calories, 4g protein, 36g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 1g total fat (0g saturated), 0mg cholesterol, 175mg sodium. For thousands of triple-tested recipes, visit our website at www.goodhousekeeping. com/recipes/.
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POLAR BEARS (continued): • The paws of polar bears are about 12 inches 931 cm) across and help distribute their weight evenly as they move across thin ice. The paws also serve as large paddles when swimming through the Arctic waters. Their footpads are covered with small bumps called papillae that prevent the bears from slipping on ice. Two-inch (5.1 cm) claws also provide traction, in addition to seizing prey. • The primary prey is the ringed seal, the smallest and most common seal in the Arctic. The seal is able to stay beneath the ice by using its sharp claws to cut breathing holes, even in 6-ft.-deep (1.8-m) thick ice. The seals surface and catch a breath through the holes about every five to fifteen minutes, but can remain submerged for up to 45 minutes. With its very keen sense of smell, the polar bear can locate the breathing holes and then waits for the seals to surface. The bear’s long tapered neck enables it to shove its head into the holes. If seals are plentiful, the bear might eat just the blubber and skin, up to 100 pounds (45 kg) in one sitting. However, if prey is scarce, its diet is supplemented by vegetation, geese, and bird eggs, and the occasional walrus when available. • The polar bear’s sense of smell is so powerful the male can seek out a mate on the ice by following a scented trail left by the female’s footpads. • Polar bears plod along at a speed of about 3 to 4 miles per hour (5 to 6 km/hr), but if need be, can reach a top speed of 25 miles per hour (40 km/ hr), although only for a short distance.
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THE TOOTH FAIRY
February 28 is National Tooth Fairy Day, and what better time to look into the history of this fantasy figure! • Most of us grew up putting our baby teeth underneath our pillow or in a glass of water in hopes of being rewarded with payment for the lost tooth. Early European tradition was to bury the lost baby teeth. When the sixth tooth came out, the parents would slip money or a small gift under the child’s pillow. Medieval Europeans believed that if a witch were to gain possession of one’s tooth, she could gain total power over the individual, since having a piece of a person enabled the witch to cast dark spells on that person. • In England during the Middle Ages, the children’s teeth were burned as a means of saving the child from hardship in the afterlife. According to folklore, those who didn’t burn their teeth spent the eternal afterlife searching for them. • The Norse Vikings hung the teeth and small articles from their children on a string around their necks when heading into battle, believing this practice would bring good luck. • Different countries have varying interpretations of what the tooth fairy looks like. North American images might be a pixie, a blue-winged mother figure, a flying ballerina, and even a flying man with a pot belly smoking a cigar. In Spanish and Hispanic cultures, the figure is known as Ratoncito Perez, or “The Tooth Mouse.” Italy’s character is also a small mouse, as it is in France and Belgium, where it is la petite souris, “The Little Mouse.” In Scotland, a white fairy rat purchases children’s teeth with coins. • The tradition in many Asian countries, including India, China, Japan, and Korea, is to throw the child’s tooth onto the roof if it was from the lower jaw. Teeth from the upper jaw are placed into the space beneath the floor. It is the hope that the child’s adult teeth will grow in strong and sturdy like a rodent’s, based on the fact that mice’s teeth grow for their entire lives.
1. It was April of 1916. 2. Former Mets player Bud Harrelson. 3. Ron Sellers, with 3,598 receiving yards (1966-68). 4. Elvin Hayes, with 948 baskets made in the 1970-71 season. Moses Malone had 945 field goals made in 1981-82. 5. Tampa Bay’s Steven Stamkos, in the 2011-12 season. 6. Christie Rampone. 7. Two -- he lost to Muhammad Ali in 1977 and Larry Holmes in 1979.
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• One of the first written records of the tooth fairy appeared in a “Household Hints” column in the Chicago Daily Tribune in 1908. Columnist Lillian Brown wrote: “Many a refractory child will allow a loose tooth to be removed if he knows about the Tooth Fairy. If he takes his little tooth and puts it under the pillow when he goes to bed, the tooth fairy will come in the night and take it away, and in its place will leave some little gift. It is a nice plan for mothers to visit the 5-cent counter and lay in a supply of supplies to be used on such occasions.” • One American author, Vicki Lansky, advises parents to tell their children that the tooth fairy pays more for a perfect tooth than for a decayed one, which will encourage good dental hygiene. • Rosemary Wells, a professor at Chicago’s Northwestern University Dental School, conducted extensive research into the tooth fairy myth. One of her studies concluded that 74% believed the tooth fairy is female, 12% believed the fairy was neither, while 8% believed the fairy could be either. Wells loved the subject so much, she opened a tooth fairy museum in her Deerfield, IL home, and was even interviewed on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” • A recent survey indicated that the average American child these days receives an average of $3.70 per tooth.
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