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– Charles M. Schulz

MODERN WOODMEN OF AMERICA February 2014 Wednesday, Feb 5th Grid Iron 4pm – 7pm (Chapter 12907) 1567 Lisbon St, Lewiston $8 Member; $8.50 Guest Tuesday, Feb 11th Dairy Queen 4pm -7pm (Chapter 12749) 661 Minot Ave, Auburn $4.50 Member; $5 Guest Saturday, Feb 15th KC Sacred Heart Bean Supper 5pm (Chapter 14346) 8 Sacred Heart Pl, Auburn $4 Member; $5 Guest Wednesday, Feb 19th Rolly’s Diner 7am – 10am (Chapter 10589) 87 Mill St, Auburn $3.50 Member; $4.50 Guest

Dick Courtemanche 207-786-3622 Lewiston

Timothy Graham* 207-892-0302 Standish

Forest Cluff* 207-725-4606 Brunswick

Sunday, Feb 23rd Flagship Cinema (Chapter 8609) Lewiston/Auburn $4.50 Member; $5.50 Guest Tuesday, Feb 25th Village Pizzeria 11:30am- 1pm (Chapter 10929) 16 Pleasant St, McFalls $5.50 Member; $6 Guest

Paul Colasante* 207-782-8823 Lewiston

Michael Courtemanche* 207-783-8921 Lewiston

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Thursday, Feb 27th The Green Ladle Noon (Chapter (14437) 156 East Ave – Lewiston High School $8 Member; $9 Guest TICKETS ARE LIMITED – NO RETURNS & NO REFUNDS ALLOWED

Patrick Linehan* 207-465-4800 Oakland

Ron Ouellette* 207-786-3612 Lewiston

Kim Pelkey* 207-786-2573 Lewiston/Norway

Deb Wagemann* ChFC 207-783-8804 Auburn

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Bring ideas in and entertain them royally for one of them may be the king.

Prices, Dates and Menu are subject to change. If additional info is needed, please call our office, please do not call restaurants. All activities can only be attended at the times listed. ************************* Tickets need to be purchased at the Modern Woodmen District Office, 184 Webster Street, Lewiston for all activities and can only be picked up the week prior to the activity, Mon – Thurs 9am - 4pm & Friday 9am - Noon (excluding Holidays).

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www.UncleAndys.com Staff JIMBO Who’s on First?

UNCLE ANDY What’s on Second?

MAGGIE MAY I Don’t Know is on Third...

THOMAS I Don’t Give a Darn is at Shortstop.

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They put a new machine in at my gym that provides for all my needs. Kit Kats, Mars Bars, Snickers.

Hunting Dog

Today is the last day of your life so far.

Submitted by Thomas Hill

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Jimbo and Uncle Andy are going hunting.

Jimbo says to Uncle Andy, "I'll send my dog out to see if there are any ducks out in the pond. If there aren't any ducks out there, I'm not going hunting."

Bella comes back and barks twice. Jimbo says, "Well I'm not going to go out. She only saw two ducks out there."

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Uncle Andy says, "You're going to take the dog's barks for the truth?"

Uncle Andy doesn't believe it, so he goes to look for himself. When he gets back he says, "I don't believe it where did you get that dog?

There really are only two ducks out there!"

Jimbo says, "Well, I got her from the breeder up the road. If you want, you can get one from him, too."

Uncle Andy goes to the breeder and says he wants a dog like the one his friend Jimbo has. The breeder obliges and Uncle Andy brings the dog home, tells it to go out and look for ducks.

Minutes later the dog returns with a stick in it's mouth and starts whacking Uncle Andy. (continued on next page)

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I've got about as much self control as two rabbits on a first date.

Outraged, Uncle Andy takes the dog back to the breeder and says, "This dog is a fraud. I want my money back!"

The breeder asks Uncle Andy what the dog did.

Uncle Andy tells him that when he sent the dog out to look for ducks, it came back with a stick in its mouth, shaking it around and hitting him with it!.

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The breeder says, "Uncle Andy, all he was trying to tell you was that there are more ducks out there than you can shake a stick at!"

Garbage Collector Submitted by Thomas Hill

A father is asked by his friend, "Has your son decided what he wants to be when he grows up?"

"Yes, he wants to be a garbage collector," replied the boy's father.

It’s Valentines...

Which is more important, flowers or a gun?

His friend thought for a moment and responded, "That's a strange ambition to have for a career."

"Well," said the boy's father, "he thinks that garbage collectors only work on Tuesdays!"

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Ron brings over 40 years of industry experience with him into this position. Previously holding positions in outside sales in central & coastal Maine, in addition to inside sales and customer service including technical support.

James Richards, retail store manager reflected on Ron’s character, “Ron brings a vast knowledge of all aspects of our industry. Everyone is very excited that Ron is joining the Maine Oxy technical customer support team.”

Ron is highly trained in all aspects of the industry including: Welding Supplies & Industrial gases; certifications include American Welding Society (AWS), and has attended leading training schools including Miller & Lincoln. Welcome to the team, Ron!

Ron Eugley

Out ’n About at the SkillsUSA Competition at Lewiston Regional Technical Center The senior class at LRTC competed in a Carpentry Challenge. Each had to build a 6’ long x 4’ high wall section 16” o.c. with a window opening.

They had to draw, create a cut list, materials list and submit a bid price for the wall section.

All students did a great job under the tutelage of the carpentry instructor, Jason Merritt.

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Pencil sharpeners have a tough life - they live off tips.

Congratulations to the 2013 Gipper’s Scholarship Winners Colby Tremblay A speed square and a sharp pencil should keep me in the running...

L to R: Rachel Gagne (Edward Little), Bethany Fox (St.Doms), Tom Fournier (Gippers) and Natalie Rousseau (Lewiston). Rachel is attending Simmons College and studying Biology.

Bethany is enrolled in the Elementary Education program at St. Joe's College and Natalie is studying Biology at Florida Southern. They each received a check for $750 at a reception held for them and their families at Gippers.

It's scary when, in the morning, you start making the same noises as your coffee maker.

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When they discover the center of the universe, a lot of people will be disappointed they're not it.

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Tardy Uncle Andy went into work an hour late, his face scratched and bruised, his glasses bent.

“What happened to you?” Jimbo asked.

“I fell down two flights of stairs,” Uncle Andy said.

Jimbo was aghast.

“That took you a whole hour?”

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I like European food so I decided to Russia over there because I was Hungary. After Czech'ing the menu I ordered Turkey. When I was Finnished I told the waiter 'Spain good but there is Norway I could eat another bite'.

Back in the days when the guillotine was first used, people wondered, is this what we may beheaded for in the future?

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Out ’n About at the SkillsUSA Competition at Lewiston Regional Technical Center

If a pig loses its voice, is it disgruntled?

My tape measure keeps me on center.

Derek Montminy

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I want my children to have all things I couldn't afford: Then I'll move in with them.

My school colors were clear. We used to say, "I'm not naked, I'm in the band."

True Love Submitted by Thomas Hill

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You can tell your getting old when all the names in your little black book end in M.D.

A guy walks into a post office one day to see a middle-aged, balding man standing at the counter methodically placing "Love" stamps on bright pink envelopes with hearts all over them.

He then takes out a perfume bottle and starts spraying scent all over them.

His curiosity getting the better of him, he goes up to the balding man and asks him what he is doing.

The man says, "I'm sending out 1,000 I Love You cards signed, 'Guess who?'"

"But why?" asks the man.

He said, “I'm a divorce Lawyer.”

Dumb Waiter Submitted by Jimbo

A waiter brings the customer the steak dinner he ordered with his thumb holding the meat down.

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"Are you crazy," yelled the customer, "sticking your thumb on my steak?!"

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I installed a skylight in my apartment... The people who live above me are furious!

"What," answers the waiter, "Would you prefer it fell on the floor again?"

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I'm writing a book. I've got the page numbers done, so now I just have to fill in the rest.

Out ’n About at the SkillsUSA Competition at Lewiston Regional Technical Center

A tool belt is a must for any carpenter.

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“I'm just working here till a good fast-food job opens up.” – Thomas Hill

Radar spelled backwards is radar. They get you coming and going.

Out ’n About at the SkillsUSA Competition at Lewiston Regional Technical Center Feel the power...

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2012 Chevrolet Malibu

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We have a very talented group of seniors this year!

Jason Merritt LRTC Construction Teacher

One good turn gets most of the blankets.

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Saying Grace Submitted by Thomas Hill

Little Johnny and his family were having a Sunday dinner at his grandmother's house.

Everyone was seated around the table as the food was being served.

When Little Johnny received his plate, he started to eat right away.

"Johnny! Please wait until we say our prayer," said his mother.

"I don't need to," the boy replied.

"Of course, you do," his mother insisted.

"We always say a prayer before eating at our house."

"That's at our house."

Johnny explained. "But this is Grandma's house, and she knows how to cook."

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Try our Homemade Baxter Beer Battered Onion Rings!

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I'm not a complete idiot, some parts are missing.

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More than 1,000,000 Earths could fit inside the Sun.

The Four Cats Submitted by Thomas Hill

Four men were bragging about how smart their cats were. The first man was an Engineer, the second an Accountant, the third a Chemist and the fourth man was a Government Employee.

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To show off, the Engineer called his cat, “Tsquare, do your stuff.”

T-square pranced over to the desk, took out some paper and pen and promptly drew a circle, a square, and a triangle. Everyone agreed that was pretty smart.

But the Accountant said his cat could do better. He called his cat and said, “Spreadsheet, do your stuff.”

Spreadsheet went out to the kitchen and returned with a dozen cookies. He divided them into four equal piles of three cookies.

Everyone agreed that was good.

But the Chemist said his cat could do better.

He called his cat and said, “Measure, do your thing.”

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Measure got up, walked to the fridge, took out a quart of milk, got a 10 ounce glass from the cupboard and poured exactly 8oz. without spilling a drop (continued on next page)

Too small for the role of Pistachio, not curly enough to be a Cashew...The Almond.

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into the glass.

Everyone agreed that was pretty good.

Then the three men turned to the Government Employee and said, “What can your cat do?”

The Government Employee called his cat Coffee Break and said, “do your stuff.”

Coffee Break jumped to his feet... He drank the milk ate the cookies, and then beat up the other three cats.

Later he claimed he injured his back while doing so, so he filed a grievance report for unsafe working conditions, put in for Workers Compensation and went home for the rest of the day on sick leave.

New Generation

It was so cold... When we milked the brown cows - we got chocolate ice cream!

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It was so cold... When we parked the dog sled, we either had to plug in the dogs, or keep them running in place!

Photo credit: Artistic Touch Photography

Submitted by Jimbo

Needing to look up a phone number at a friend’s house, my teenage daughter asked for a phone book. She might as well have asked for a papyrus scroll.

“A phone book?” asked her friend.

“You know,” said my daughter. “A book with numbers in it.”

“Oh,” said her friend as it dawned on her. “You mean a math book.”

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Sophie from The Doggz Inn would like to wish everyone a Happy Valentines Day!

It was so cold... We had to chop up the piano for firewood, and we barely hit one chord.

It was so cold... Hitchhikers were holding up pictures of thumbs!

Out ’n About at the SkillsUSA Competition at Lewiston Regional Technical Center Some great work here for sure.

Pretty impressive for high school kids!

Randy Swan of Randall Swan Construction judge the students work

Chris Poisson

Vincent Callgiuri 'Start every day off with a smile and get it over with.' - W.C. Fields

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A day of the Dogs

Reality leaves a lot to the imagination. – John Lennon

Playing ball in the snow... a perfect day!

Bella

Marley

Sophie Uncle Andy said to the Gym instructor, "Can you teach me to do the splits?"

He said, "How flexible are you?"

Uncle Andy said, "I can't make Tuesdays."

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Excellence is not a skill. It is an attitude. – Ralph Marston

She walked to the altar so many times, they're trying to make her pay for the carpet.

Out ’n About at Sound Effects

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You’ll be smiling too after our daddy fixes your car at a reasonable price!

Marek & Mallory age 7

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February Valentine’s Dance 2014 Friday, Feb. 14th 8pm - Midnight

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Doctor: “Drink a glass of milk after a hot bath.”

Uncle Andy: “I don't think I'll have space left.”

Yeah, I’m looking at competing in the 2018 Winter Olympics

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Went to the corner shop - bought 4 corners.

Sasseville Chiropractic Wellness Center,

Great Winter Specials going on NOW!

now located at 416 Sabattus Street in Lewiston, is excited to welcome Dr. Grant Lemire to their office. He will be offering chiropractic care, more treatment times and a special new technique called the Active Release Technique! Call the office at 777-3333 to schedule an appointment today!

Dr. Grant Lemire, a Livermore Falls native, followed his dream to Davenport, Iowa and completed his Doctorate of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2013. He is a full body certified Active Release Technique (ART) practitioner which is a soft tissue system/movement based technique that is used to restore smooth movement of tissues and to release trapped nerves.

Dr. Lemire uses manual adjusting, flexion-distraction, and activator methods. He has a special interest in sports medicine/rehabilitation and wellness (nutrition, exercise, and positive thinking) and is pursuing post graduate studies in Fascial Distortion Model (FDM). He is a member of the ACA (American Chiropractic Association) and ICA (International Chiropractors Association). He enjoys staying active and is an avid New England sports fan.

See their ad on page 60 for more information.

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Slept like a log last night... Woke up in the fireplace.

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If I were two-faced, would I be wearing this one?

Everyone who hates speeding tickets, raise your right foot.

Musical Money Submitted by Jimbo

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All work is guaranteed! Free estimates.

Thanks for the harmonica you gave me for Christmas," Little Johnny said to his uncle the first time he saw him after the holidays. "It's the best Christmas present I ever got."

That's great," smiled his uncle. "Have you learned how to play it yet?"

SNOW, SLEET, ICE...

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"Oh, I don't play it," Little Johnny said. "My mom gives me a dollar a day not to play it during the day, and my dad gives me five dollars a week not to play it at night."

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Baby Phenom Attempts Dead Lifting World Record*

*Editor’s note: This came from Uncle Andy, so do you really believe anything that comes out of his mouth?

Don't worry about what people think of you, they don't do it very often.

The staff at Sasseville Chiropractic Wellness Center is proud to announce that Dr. Chandra Sasseville has been appointed to the Board of Chiropractic Licensure!

“Thank you Dr. Sasseville for your commitment to ethics and your unbending attitude to the prudent deliverance of care to the Lewiston/Auburn Community!”

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Birthing Class Submitted by Jimbo

“Ok everyone,” said the instructor at the birthing class trying to get everyones attention. “We are going to do an exercise now, that’s purpose is to help the men sympathize with their partners.”

“Here we have a pregnancy suit,” said the woman instructor, holding up an artificial stomach with a strap.

“This imitates the feeling of being pregnant.

Which husband would like to volunteer to be the first one to try it on?”

“I will,” said one man, taking the suit and trying it on. “This isn’t too bad said the man walking around. I think I could get used to this.”

“Ok”, said the instructor smiling, “now I would like you to bend down and pick up my pen from the floor.”

Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.

J.T. REID’S GUNS

GUN SHOW Buy • Sell • Trade • Concessions

When: Saturday, February 15th Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm Where: Ramada Inn 490 Pleasant St. Lewiston

Cost: $5/person (under 16 & active duty military FREE) This is guns and ammo show only featuring dealers from New England.

Contact J.T. Reid’s Guns for more information.

“You want me to pick it up?” he said hesitantly, ”just as I would if I was pregnant?”

“Yes!” said the instructor.

“Honey,” said the man turning to his spouse “do you mind picking up that pen for me?”

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Concealed firearms prohibited in show even with permit.

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Kathy & Phil Cunningham The shoemaker did not deny his apprentice anything he needed. He gave his awl.

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Out ’n About at the L-A Harley Chili Cook-off Yes, I can see me sitting on my new Harley and you’re there too, honey.

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Fixing the Golf Swing Submitted by Jimbo

Stevie Wonder and Jack Nicklaus are in a bar. Nicklaus turns to Wonder and says, "How is the singing career going?"

Stevie Wonder says, "Not too bad, the latest album has gone into the top 10, so all in all I think it is pretty good.

By the way how is the golf."

Nicklaus replies: "Not too bad, I am not winning as much as I used to but I'm still making a bit of money. I have some problems with my swing but I think I've got that right now."

"I always find that when my swing goes wrong I need to stop playing for a while and think about it, then the next time I play it seems to be all right," says Stevie.

A golf course is a site to be holed.

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Rubbing Elbows with Big Leaguers

"You play golf!?" asks Jack.

Stevie says, "Yes, I have been playing for years."

"But I thought you were blind; how can you play golf if you are blind?"

Jack asks."

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Tanner Marston, senior starting catcher at Poland Regional High School is flanked by Ryan Reid, left, who is a graduate of Deering High School and went on to play at James Madison University. He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 7th round in 2006. Ryan (RH pitcher) was picked up off waivers by the New York Mets in December 2013. Charlie Furbush, right, graduated from South Portland High School, played college ball at LSU. Charlie is a crafty lefty who was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 4th round in 2007. He now pitches for the Seattle Mariners.

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Math teachers have lots of problems.

the fairway and he calls to me. I listen for the sound of his voice and play the ball towards him, then when I get to where the ball lands the caddie moves to the green or further down the fairway and again I play the ball towards his voice," explains Stevie.

Out ’n About at the Crystal Lake Ice Fishing Derby

It was a perfect day for an ice fishing derby.

The Maine Warden Service was proud to take part in it.

"But how do you putt?"

Nicklaus wondered.

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"Well," says Stevie, "I get my caddie to lean down in front of the hole and call to me with his head on the ground and I just play the ball to the sound of his voice."

Nicklaus says, "What is your handicap?" "

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Well, I play scratch golf," Stevie assures Jack.

Nicklaus is incredulous and says to Stevie, "We must play a game sometime."

Wonder replies, "Well, people don't take me seriously so I only play for money, and I never play for less than $100,000 a hole."

Nicklaus thinks it over and says, "OK, I'm up for that. When would you like to play?"

"I don't care - any night next week is OK with me."

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First Day of Class

Can a physicist read the periodic table? Isotope so.

Submitted by Thomas Hill

Happy Valentine’s Day

One day a college professor was greeting his new college class. He stood up in front of the class and asked if anyone in the class was a moron, and if they were, they should stand.

After a minute a young man stood up. The professor then asked the kid if he actually thought he was a moron. The kid replied, “No, I just didn’t want to see you standing there all by yourself.”

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The Crystal Lake Ice Fishing Derby was a huge success and a lot of fun! They received enough fish to feed 100 people through the Wayside Food Program in Portland.

Fish for A Cure Derby was held on February 1st in Sabattus, February 8th in Phippsburg, and February 15-16 is the big Sebago Derby.

Two goldfish in a tank. One says to the other, "How do you start this thing?"

I'm so bright my mother calls me son.

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Brian Lovering won 2nd Place for his Devil Dog Chili

Out ’n About at the SkillsUSA Competition at Lewiston Regional Technical Center The seniors at LRTC pose with one of the wall sections built during the competition. The winner will move on to the state competition in Bangor in mid March. The winner of that moves on to represent the state of Maine in June in Kansas City. Pictured are Isaac Lane, Jake Matson, Derek Montminy, Josh Melnick, Tanner Marston, Colby Tremblay, Chris Poisson, Nick Fortin, Vincent Callgiuri & Jason Merritt (Construction Teacher).

60 cows can produce a ton of milk each day.

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I do a lot of spreadsheets in the office so you can say I'm excelling at work.

Sarah Verrill Go Air Force!

Jen & Steven Bowdich won 3rd Place with their chili

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Always drink upstream from the herd.

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How could I trust the ceiling fan installer when I knew he was always screwing up.

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Letter from Boot Camp

Yes some people claim to enjoy exercise, but then some people claim to have been abducted by aliens.

Submitted by Jimbo

Dear Ma and Pa, I am well. Hope you are. Tell Brother Walt and Brother Elmer the Marine Corps beats working for old man Minch by a mile. Tell them to join up quick before all of the places are filled.

I was restless at first because you get to stay in bed till nearly 6 am. But I am getting so I like to sleep late.

Tell Walt and Elmer all you do before breakfast is smooth your cot, and shine some things.

No hogs to slop, feed to pitch, mash to mix, wood to split, fire to lay.

Practically nothing.

Men got to shave but it is not so bad, there’s warm water. Breakfast is strong on trimmings like fruit juice, cereal, eggs, bacon, etc., but kind of weak on chops, potatoes, ham, steak, fried eggplant, pie and other regular food, but tell Walt and Elmer you can always sit by the two city boys that live on coffee. Their food, plus yours, holds you until noon when you get fed again. It’s no wonder these city boys can’t walk much.

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It's raining cats and dogs. Well, as long as it doesn't reindeer.

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My eyelids are so beautiful, I can't keep my eyes off them.

Many Hands Make Light Work A Request for YOUR Help We are GROWING and so is our need for more Board Members!

We are coming to our supporters with a great need. As many of you already know, a board of directors is crucial to a non-profit agency.

The success or failure of Habitat is significantly due to our volunteers. Without a board of directors, there will be no Habitat in Androscoggin or Oxford County for people to volunteer with. We have been blessed with a very hard working, but extremely small, group of individuals. Those individuals need some assistance in order for us to thrive and grow in Androscoggin and Oxford Counties. We have to get more individuals involved on a basic and ground level, or better known as the board of directors. Our current board wants to ensure that Habitat can successfully support the members and families of Androscoggin and Oxford Counties. WE CAN NOT DO THAT WITHOUT YOUR HELP!!

New board members don’t have to be on the nuts-and-bolts of home construction (though they certainly can if they wish). We are looking for new board members who can meet monthly to help guide our overall efforts for AHFH, and help attract the people and energy we need to ensure a vibrant, sustainable future for the families we serve.

We are looking for individuals who care about the housing needs of low income families, and about making our community a better place for these hard-working men, women and children. You might be a teacher, a student, a business owner or vendor, a corporate officer, a stay-at-home mom or a retiree. It doesn't matter what you do for a living, what matters is what you are willing to give back to your community. We hope for diversity of experience to help make us stronger. Would you be willing to help? Or do you know someone who would be a good addition to the Habitat Board? We appreciate all referrals! If you have any questions, or would like to express interest, please call or write Kim Veilleux at Androhabitat@roadrunner.com or 786-2598.

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harden us. If he thinks so, it’s not my place to tell him different.

A “route march” is about as far as to our mailbox at home. Then the city guys get sore feet and we all ride back in trucks.

The sergeant is like a school teacher. He nags a lot. The Captain is like the school board. Majors and colonels just ride around and frown.

They don’t bother you none.

This next will kill Walt and Elmer with laughing. I keep getting medals for shooting. I don’t know why. The bulls-eye is near as big as a chipmunk head and don’t move, and it ain’t shooting at you like the Higgett boys at home.

All you got to do is lie there all comfortable and hit it. You don’t even load your own cartridges They come in boxes.

Then we have what they call hand-to-hand combat training. You get to wrestle with them city boys. I have to be real careful though, they break real easy.

It ain’t like fighting with that ole bull at home.

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over in Silver Lake, I only beat him once.

He joined up the same time as me, but I’m only 5’6″ and 130 pounds and he’s 6’8″ and near 300 pounds dry.

Be sure to tell Walt and Elmer to hurry and join before other fellers get onto this setup and come stampeding in..

Your loving daughter, Alice

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A Leg Up Submitted by Thomas Hill

An Old man went to the doctor complaining of a terrible pain in his leg. “I am afraid it’s just old age,” replied the doctor, “there is nothing we can do about it.”

Out ’n About at the SkillsUSA Competition at Lewiston Regional Technical Center

“That can’t be,” fumed the old man, “you don’t know what you are doing.”

“How can you possibly know I am wrong?” countered the doctor.

“Well it’s quite obvious,” the old man replied, “my other leg is fine, and it’s the exact same age!”

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Iron Man

I should have been sad when my flashlight batteries died, but I was delighted.

Submitted by Thomas Hill

An owner at a local club was so sure that his bouncer was the strongest man around that he offered a standing $1,000 bet that no could beat him.

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Over the years many people had tried this, truck drivers, weight lifters, karate masters, and all had failed.

Then one day this geeky little fella with heavy black rimmed glasses came into the bar and asked if he could try the challenge.

After the laughter had subsided the club owner said that it was only fair that the man be given a chance at the bet, so the bouncer picked up a lemon and started squeezing.

Once he was done, he handed the remains to the little man who promptly squeezed out 4 more drops of juice into the glass.

Everyone looked on in

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Change is hard. Have you ever tried to bend a coin?

I think Santa has riverfront property in Brazil. All our presents came from Amazon this year.

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L AU N DR O MAT • CLEANERS • C OIN-OP The experienced carpenter really nailed it, but the new guy screwed everything up.

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Cold Water Submitted by Thomas Hill

When Susan's boyfriend proposed marriage to her she said: "I love the simple things in life, but I don't want one of them for my husband"

John went to visit his 90 year old grandfather in a very secluded, rural area of Georgia.

After spending a great evening chatting the night away, John's grandfather prepared breakfast of bacon, eggs and toast. However, John noticed a film like substance on his plate, and questioned his grandfather asking, "Are these plates clean?"

His grandfather replied, "They're as clean as cold water can get them. Just you go ahead and finish your meal, Sonny!"

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Out ’n About at Doggz INN

There’s always room at our INN.

Ashley, left holding Baby Girl & Chloe holding Caesar. Sophie is in the chair.

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There was a big paddle sale at the boat store. It was quite an oar deal.

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Again, John was concerned about the plates as his appeared to have tiny specks around the edge that looked like dried egg and asked, "Are you sure these plates are clean?"

Without looking up the old man said, "I told you before, Sonny, those dishes are as clean as cold water can get them. Now don't you fret, I don't want to hear another word about it!"

Later that afternoon, John was on his way to a nearby town and as he was leaving, his grandfather's dog started to growl, and wouldn't let him pass.

John yelled and said, "Grandpa, your dog won't let me get to my car."

Without diverting his attention from the football game he was watching on TV, the old man shouted...

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Did You Know?

Jethro Tull is not the name of the rock singer responsible for such songs as "Aqualung" and "Thick as a Brick."

Jethro Tull is the name of the band. The singer is Ian Anderson. The original Jethro Tull was an English horticulturalist who invented the seed drill.

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You want to clone yourself? Now wouldn't that be just like you!

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Angella Brissette & Cody Watson

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Smaller babies may be delivered by a stork but the heavier ones need a crane.

Submitted by Thomas Hill

The strong young man at the construction site was bragging that he could outdo anyone in a feat of strength. He made a special case of making fun of one of the older workmen.

After several minutes, the older worker had had enough.

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“Why don’t you put your money where your mouth is,” he said.

“I will bet a week’s wages that I can haul something in a wheelbarrow over to that outbuilding that you won’t be able to wheel back.”

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A. Dinner.

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“Let’s see what you got.”

The old man reached out and grabbed the wheelbarrow by the handles. Then, nodding to the young man, he said, “all right, get in.”

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If dogs could talk, it would take a lot of the fun out of owning one. – Andy Rooney

Mothering comes natural to me... but Lisa is not my daughter, Jimbo!!!

Linda Caouette I like to take a dip every once in a while.*

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Poland Regional High School to benefit 2014 Project Graduation Saturday, March 1, 2013

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I purchased a microwave bed recently, 8 hours sleep in 10 minutes.

There is a cannery in Wilton, Maine that cans and imports only dandelion greens.

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Pauline Guimond

Tarantula spiders can survive 2 and a half years without food.

Angella Brissette

Did You Know?

Blueberries are grown in 35 states in the US, which produce over 90% of all of the blueberries in the world.

Trivia buffs: The Native Americans taught the pilgrims to use blueberries in many ways. Blueberries were dried in the sun and ground into a powder. The powder was used to make a pudding called Sautauthig, and to season meat as a spice rub.

5 days a week my body is a temple. The other two, it's an amusement park.

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Out ’n About at Firehouse Grille with the Lewiston Fire Dept.

Never trust a man who says he's the boss at home. He probably lies about other things too.

They were raising money for the American Lung Association and supporting the 12 Lewiston firefighters that did the Fight for Air Climb that happened at One Boston Place on February 1.

These firefighters climbed 41 stories in full turnout gear joined by 500+ other firefighters from all over New England.

I am just so excited to be part of this great cause!

Bridget Cailler gives Dave Beaule a medal because his father Armand is awesome.

Firefighters Dave Beaule & Mike Laliberte

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The 'black box' that houses an airplanes voice recorder is actually orange so it can be more easily detected amid the debris of a plane crash.

The comedian stopped at the fabric store on his way to a comedy gig.

He was looking for new material.

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Justin Shink We were told these firefighters have sad punums because they shaved their mustaches recently. We can only assume they had to shave them for less wind drag while sprinting up 41 flights of steps. Maybe it shaved off a few tenths of a second?

Jimmy: Mmmmm!

That turkey smells good and it's not even done yet. How long will it be?

Mom: About the same length as it was before I put it into the oven, I suppose.

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Little Known Fact The American popcorn king was born in Brazil, Indiana. He and his partner, Charlie Bowman, tried tens of thousands of hybrid strains of popcorn before achieving success. Trivia buffs: The hybrid was initially called RedBow but they were advised by an advertising agency to use the name Orville Redenbacher to market the corn.

The trampoline was on sale for 50% off. Needless to say I jumped on the offer.

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I wrote a novel about a fellow who had a small garden. It didn't have much of a plot.

Thank you to everyone who attended our Open House!

What a great turn out!!

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Christine Robichaud (of Panache), Kim Galgovitch & Lisa Olmstead (both own Allure)

We’re proud of our little girl.

This is a very nice salon.

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If you work in a bakery you may have to take on many roles.

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Firefighter & stair climber Bob Cailler In 1599, lightning struck and destroyed a church steeple in Germany. Between that time and 1783, the steeple was rebuilt and struck by lightning three more times... always on April 18th!

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Pre-Flight Entertainment

I saw this guy chatting up a cheetah; I thought, He's trying to pull a fast one.

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At the airport for a business trip, Maureen settled down to wait for the boarding announcement at Gate 35. Then she heard the voice on the public address system saying, 'We apologize for the inconvenience, but BOAC Flight 937 will board from Gate 41.'

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Just as she was settling down, the public address voice spoke again, 'We would like to thank all passengers for participating in BOAC's physical fitness program.'

Little Known Fact In 1999, Billy Mitchell of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, played the first perfect game of the Pac-Man arcade video game at Funspot Arcade in Weirs Beach, New Hampshire. He scored 3,333,360 points, the maximum possible. The entire six-hour game was videotaped.

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The plumber had to quit his job because it was too much of a drain.

The promises of some tailors are pure fabrication.

Out ’n About at Firehouse Grille with the Lewiston Fire Dept.

Yes, we fight fires but there’s no way I can douse Bridget’s enthusiasm!

Firefighter & stair climber Justin Shink & Bridget Cailler

Paul & Carmen Laliberte with son, Firefighter Mike Laliberte

Firefighter Tim Pelletier, his wife Karen and their daughter, Jillian

"When it comes to your marriage, if the grass looks greener somewhere else, it's time to water your own yard!"

– Craig Groeschel

Never lie to an x-ray technician. They can see right through you.

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Out ’n About at Firehouse Grille with the Lewiston Fire Dept.

Retired LFD Captain Larry Morin & wife, Connie Happy Birthday, Kathy!

Have you ever read a book by Shakespeare? No only by candlelight.

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Sisters Bridget Cailler & Kathy Buckingham You’re probably wondering how I got to be so tall in such a short time?

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Almost 90% of the nation's lobster supply comes from Maine.

'I went to the doctors the other day and I said, “Have you got anything for wind?”

He gave me a kite.

Cussing Deacon

Out ’n About at the L-A Harley Chili Cook-off

Submitted by Jimbo

A preacher had a deacon in his church who had a bad habit of cussing.

Daddy, we want to go for a ride!

We’re serious, Daddy!!

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90% of the toothpicks available in America are manufactured in Maine.

In his attempt to help the deacon overcome this terrible habit, the preacher decided he should spend some personal time with him.

So, he invited him to go fishing.

They were both out in a boat and had their lines in the water when the preacher hooked a big one. He worked it for a long time and finally got the fish up to the edge of the boat when the line broke and the fish got away.

Thoroughly disgusted, the preacher looked over and said, “Deacon, something needs to be said!”

Little Known Fact In 1881, Wyatt Earp, his two brothers, and Doc Holliday fought with the Ike Clanton gang in Tombstone, Arizona.

Three members of the Ike Clanton gang were killed while Earp's brothers were wounded. The most common bit of trivia associated with this is that the gunfight didn't take place at the OK Corral, but near the corner of Third and Fremont Streets.

The best way to pay for a lovely moment is to enjoy it. – Richard Bach

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I want to grow my own food but I can’t find any bacon seeds.

Baseball players of all ages turned out for a pitching clinic put on at the Edge Academy in Portland recently. The clinic was hosted by Maine Major League Baseball players Ryan Reid & Charlie Furbush.

I could not pull out of my parking space, so I used my back up plan.

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Did You Know?

The first full moon to occur on the winter solstice, Dec. 22, commonly called the first day of winter, happened in 1999. Since a full moon on the winter solstice occurred in conjunction with a lunar perigee (point in the moon's orbit that is closest to Earth), the moon appeared about 14% larger than it does at apogee (the point in it's elliptical orbit that is farthest from the Earth).

Since the Earth is also several million miles closer to the sun at that time of the year than in the summer, sunlight striking the moon was about 7% stronger making it brighter. Also, this was the closest perigee of the Moon of the year since the moon's orbit is constantly deforming. In places where the weather was clear and there was a snow cover, even car headlights were superfluous.

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In the room the curtains were drawn, but the rest of the furniture was real.

These days about half the stuff in my shopping cart says, "For fast relief."

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You got to change with it. If a day goes by that don't change some of your old notions for new ones, that is just about like trying to milk a dead cow."

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I relish the fact that you've mustard the strength to ketchup to me.

Why are your child's baby teeth important if they are just going to fall out anyway?

It may seem obvious that your child's teeth allow them to eat and smile, but did you know that baby teeth are also essential for language and permanent tooth development? Teeth help our lips and tongue make sounds properly and this learning occurs while your child still has baby teeth.

Amazingly, baby teeth also help guide permanent teeth into position, keeping them from growing in crooked.

This is why Center Street Dental is excited to be celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month in February. We will be visiting schools and talking to the kids about the importance of brushing, flossing, eating healthy, and visiting the dentist. Unfortunately, dental decay is the most common chronic childhood disease, with more than 16 million kids suffering from tooth decay in the U.S. (American Dental Association).

So keep in mind, it's very important for your child to be introduced to the dentist early to protect their tiny but important teeth!

To find out about our “Sharing Smiles” poster contest with scholarship prizes, see page 50!

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$6,990

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Auto, AWD, Alloy Wheels, Leather, Heated Seats, Roof

$7,990

2007 Saab 9-5 2.3T

$7,990

Auto, FWD, Alloy Wheels, Heated Seats, Roof, AC, CD Player

$9,490

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