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www.UncleAndys.com Staff JIMBO Without Change there would be no butterflies
UNCLE ANDY Without Change you can’t make Change for a dollar
MAGGIE Only wet babies like Change
MARTY Vehicle Change
TOM What Changed?
PAM Life is constant Change
CRYSTAL Liking her career Change
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“I looked up my family tree and found out I was the sap.” – Rodney Dangerfield
“I have a friend. He keeps trying to convince me he’s a compulsive liar, but I don’t believe him.” – Ben Bailey
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T'was the month after Christmas, and all through the house, nothing would fit me, not even a blouse; The cookies I'd nibbled, the eggnog I’d taste, at the holiday parties had gone to my waist; When I got on the scales there arose such a number! When I walked to the store (less a walk than a lumber). I'd remember the marvelous meals I'd prepared. The gravies and sauces and beef nicely rared;
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The wine and the rum balls; the bread and the cheese, and the way I'd never said, "No thank you, but please." As I dressed myself in my husband's old shirt, and prepared once again to do battle with dirt, I said to myself, as only I can, "You can't spend the whole winter disguised as a man!" So, away with the last of the sour cream dip. Get rid of the fruit cake, every cracker and chip. Every last bit of food that I like must be banished, 'til all the additional ounces have vanished. I won't have a cookie, not even a lick. I'll want (continued on next page)
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only to chew on a long celery stick. I won't have hot biscuits, or corn bread, or pie, I'll munch on a carrot and quietly cry.
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He said, “I’m going to mop the floor with your face.” I said, “You’ll be sorry.” He said, “Oh, yeah!? Why?” I said, “Well, you won’t be able to get into the corners very well.” Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with
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A minister dies and is waiting in line at the Pearly Gates. Ahead of him is a guy who’s dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket, and jeans. Saint Peter addresses this guy, "Who are you, so that I may know whether or not to admit you to the Kingdom of Heaven?" The guy replies, "I’m Joe Cohen, taxi-driver, of Noo Yawk City."
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The taxi-driver goes into Heaven with his robe and staff, and it’s the minister’s turn. He stands erect and booms out, "I am Joseph Snow, pastor of Saint Mary’s for the last forty-three years."
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Saint Peter consults his list. He smiles and says to the taxi-driver, "Take this silken robe and golden staff and enter the Kingdom of Heaven."
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Saint Peter consults his list. He says to the minister, "Take this cotton robe and wooden staff and enter the Kingdom of Heaven." "Just a minute," says the minister. "That man was a taxi-driver, (continued on next page)
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and he gets a silken robe and golden staff. How can this be?" "Up here, we work by results," says Saint Peter. "While you preached, people slept; while he drove, people prayed."
Maine Winter Submitted by Thomas Hill
My husband and I purchased an old home in Northern Maine from two elderly sisters. Winter was fast approaching and the years first snow came early and I was concerned about the house's lack of insulation. "If they could live here all those years, so can we!" my husband confidently declared. One December night the temperature plunged to below zero, and we woke up to find interior walls covered with frost. My husband called the sisters to ask how they had kept the house warm. After a rather brief conversation, he hung up. "For the past 30 years," he muttered, "they've gone to Florida for the winter."
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There are two season diversions that can ease the bite of any winter. One is the January thaw. The other is the seed catalogues. – Hal Borland
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My psychiatrist told me I was crazy and I said I want a second opinion. He said okay, you’re ugly too. – Uncle Andy
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On average, January 19th is the coldest day in the northern hemisphere.
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Weather Man
How come birds aren't tickled by feathers?
Submitted by Thomas Hill
One day in early September the chief of a Native American tribe was asked by his tribal elders if the winter of 2013/14 was going to be cold or mild. The chief asked his medicine man, but he too had lost touch with the reading signs from the natural world around the Great Lakes. In truth, neither of them had any idea about how to predict the coming winter. However, the chief decided to take a modern approach, and the chief rang the National Weather Service in Gaylord Michigan. “Yes, it is going to be a cold winter,” the meteorological officer told the chief. Consequently, he went back to his tribe and told the men to collect plenty of firewood. A fortnight later the chief called the Weather Service and asked for an update. “Are you still forecasting a cold winter?” he asked. “Yes, very cold,” the weather officer told him. As a result of this brief conversation the chief went back to the tribe and told his people to collect every bit of (continued on next page)
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Those who play poker in a snowstorm must carefully shovel their decks.
wood they could find. A month later the chief called the National Weather Service once more and asked about the coming winter. “Yes,” he was told, “it is going to be one of the coldest winters ever.” “How can you be so sure?” the chief asked.
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The weatherman replied: “Because the Native Americans of the Great Lakes are collecting wood like crazy.”
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New VP at Great Falls Credit Union
Why do they call it a TV set when you only get one?
A-PLUS AUTO REPAIR Now Located @ 747 Minot Ave. • Auburn (Behind Fastenal Services)
Ken Roy Great Falls Regional FCU hired Kenneth J. Roy, of Lewiston as the new vice president. Roy has now been with the credit union for over six months. He graduated from Lewiston High School in 2007 and from Thomas College in Waterville with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing Management and Master’s degree in Business Administration in 2012. Roy is no stranger to credit unions. While attending Thomas, he worked as a teller at Maine State Credit Union on Capital Street in Augusta for five years. He has grown up in a “credit union family” his whole life making numerous connections along the way. In his spare time, Roy enjoys golfing, bowling, skiing and being with friends and family. Great Falls FCU is a Central Maine based credit union proudly serving its members of Androscoggin County. Its mission is to offer its members quality financial products and services at affordable and competitive rates while maintaining financial stability. To learn more about Great Falls FCU, visit www.greatfallsfcu.com. See their ad on page 23. Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with
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The best way to keep a New Year’s resolution is to keep it to yourself.
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People who do things without being told draw the most wages.
A lot of people like snow. I find it to be an unnecessary freezing of water.
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I find redemption everyday at Dad’s Redemption Center. You can find it, too. Look on page 47.
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Why is it a 'garage door opener', since it opens and closes the door?
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Out ’n About at the Dad’s Place Christmas Party
A New Year’s resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other.
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Nothing is impossible; some things are just less likely than others. – Jonathan Winters
Make sure you stay inside the lines... Adam Tavares Reality TV shows seem to be a hot item right now. I think I’ll start one of my own... Counting Coin
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My New Years resolution is 1080p
A dog who attends a flea circus most likely will steal the whole show.
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BRAD, PENNY, RYAN, & STEVE
Some of our friends from the 1997 UAD archives (Left)
Mike Bordick Former Baltimore Orioles Shortstop and Mainer.
Shown here holding an Uncle Andy’s Digest where his photo is on the cover as “Man of the Year” for 1997.
RAZOR RAY Former writer (music happenings) & distribution specialist for UAD.
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Is the glass half empty, half full, or twice as large as it needs to be?
Kutters Korner of Lewiston is pleased to announce the addition of Kelly Dumont to its team. Dumont has been working as a stylist for almost nine years. She a graduate of Bernards School of Hair and she specializes in updos, foils, coloring, haircutting as well as manicures and pedicures. Kelly would love to invite all previous clients and welcomes any new clients. She is willing to go above and beyond to make her schedule work with yours. Stop in to see Kelly at Kutters Korner Styling Salon, 14 Highland Spring Road in Lewiston. Call 776-4311 to make an appointment. See their ad on page 45.
Good Genes? Submitted by Thomas Hill
The topic for my third-grade class was genetics. Smiling broadly, I pointed to my dimples and asked, “What trait do you think I passed on to my children?” One student called out, “Wrinkles!” Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with January 2014
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Out ’n About at Firehouse Grille in Auburn
A closed mind is like a closed book; just a block of wood. – Chinese proverb
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For the Pun of it! Manufacturing contact lenses is harder than meets the eye. – Submitted by Ron Hood
What do butterflies feel when they're in love?
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Some of our friends from the 1997 UAD archives
Why do we bake cookies and cook bacon?
FLOYD PATTERSON, RICK LACHAPELLE, MUHAMMAD ALI When this photo was taken, Rick LaChapelle vowed to become as famous as Muhammad Ali & Floyd Patterson. Problem is he wasn’t a boxer. He was a pretty good volleyball player back in the day. All his recent fame and fortune, we’re guessing, came with the popularity of reality TV shows like “Pawn Stars”. Rick owns Lewiston Pawn Shop (and others). We wonder if it’s because both the owner of the shop featured on “Pawn Stars” and the owner of Lewiston Pawn Shop have the same first name, Rick. Maybe he’ll tell us his secret?
TENNIS ANYONE? Nobody can beat me! Back in 1997 Uncle Andy was a lot more flexible than he is today. We’re thinking he’d end up in intensive care if he tried to bend backwards like this today. He may have lost a step or three but he’d still rather play tennis than work and he usually does. If you lose to him, you have to buy an ad. If you beat him he’ll pay for your ad out of his own pocket.
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Enthusiasm can be like a fire that needs an occasional poke with a stick.
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THE place to be for lunch or dinner any day of the week!
The larger the lake of knowledge the longer the shore of wonder.
Out ’n About at the Dad’s Place Christmas Party at Mac’s Grill in Auburn
Chuck Mundell & Jenn Boston It definitely feels good to let your hair down once in a while.
Cindy Noyes & Johnny Plourde
Reggie & Leslie Sweatt Kittens play with yarn, they bat it around. What they’re really doing is saying, “I can’t knit, get this away from me!” – Mitch Hedberg
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Out ’n About at the Dad’s Place Christmas Party
Cat: A lap warmer with a built-in buzzer.
at Mac’s Grill in Auburn
Includes soup, 1/2 sandwich, choice of potato salad, coleslaw or chips, & pickle Locally Owned & Operated
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The doctor comes out into the waiting room for the next patient. He's shocked to see a man sitting there with a frog growing out of his head. The doctor's cries, "Oh my
god, how did that happen?" The frog answered "I don't know; it began as a pimple on my butt."
Out ’n About at Sarah Jeanne’s Christmas Party Mark shows Nina Stimpson a card trick.
Hey Becca, he showed me all of his secrets. I think I’ll make this a career and make millions...
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Jane, Sarah, Jake & Ron Kyllonen For a man to truly understand rejection, he must first be ignored by a cat.
I looked up my family tree and found three dogs using it. – Rodney Dangerfield
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If God wanted me to touch my toes, he would have put them on my knees.
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You might be a redneck if… you've ever been involved in a custody fight over a hunting dog. – Jeff Foxworthy
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Teddy Ballgame Submitted by Richard Collins
!n 1989, former Yankee pitching great, Lefty Gomez, was at a sports bar in San Francisco. A sports writer asked him, "Lefty, how do you think Ted Williams would do against today’s pitching? Lefty thought and said, "Well, I think that he would hit about .310 with maybe 20 home runs. The writer was surprised at the low numbers. "Lefty why so low? Ted’s the greatest hitter of all time. And Lefty replied, "That’s true, but, don’t forget, Ted is 71 years old.
Local Restaurants & Entertainment
Rolly’s Diner Just good cookin’ and plenty of it!
Rolly’s Diner is just the place for breakfast or lunch. Good food & Great Service!
Breakfast & Lunch Specials Daily
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Jack Green of Auburn
Mon – Sat 5 am – 2 pm Sunday 7 am – noon
A pun spun with a good yarn gets fabricated!
Lincoln Memorial Submitted by Thomas Hill
When my eight-yearold sister came to visit, I took a day off from my job at the Pentagon and showed her the Lincoln Memorial. There she saw a large block of text—273 words long—etched into the monument. "What’s that?" she asked. "Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address," I told her. "If that’s his address, how does he get any mail?" Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with
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By the time a man realizes that his father was right, he has a son who thinks he’s wrong.
You may have a heart of gold, but so does a hard-boiled egg.
Out ’n About at Blackie’s
Front: Titi, Blackie & Jeanne Back: Nick, Mike, Matt, Zack & Cory People in sleeping bags are the soft tacos of the bear world.
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Submitted by Thomas Hill
A hypnotist was visiting the aquarium during feeding time. "You know," the hypnotist said to the man feeding the fierce shark, "I could hypnotize that shark." "You’re crazy! He’ll rip you limb from limb," the feeder said, laughing. "But, hey, if you’re so brave, be my guest."
Happy New Year from all of us!
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HOURS: Sun–Thurs 11:00am – 11:00pm • Fri & Sat 11:00am – Midnight 120 CENTER STREET PLAZA • AUBURN • 786-0715 • www.gippers.com January is here, with eyes that keenly glow, A frost-mailed warrior striding a shadowy steed of snow. – Edgar Fawcett
The hypnotist jumped in, swam to the shark and stared it in the eye for a full minute. The animal paused, blinked, and then tore into him. The bleeding man slowly made his way out of the tank. "I thought you could hypnotize him," sneered the feeder. "I did," the hypnotist said, holding his arm. "Now he thinks he’s an alligator."
A New Year Prayer For the Aging Submitted by Thomas Hill
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Out ’n About at a Portland Pirates hockey game
“One man's theology is another man's belly laugh.” – Robert A. Heinlein
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Melissa Potter won a 4 pack of Portland Pirates tickets from Uncle Andy’s Digest. She entered her caption in a recent contest on our Facebook page.
Let Uncle Andy’s Digest shed some light on your business and next thing you know they’ll be demanding a curtain call.
Melissa Potter & Richard Patrie enjoying the Pirates hockey game at the Lewiston Colisee.
Mom, can you win tickets again... PLEASE!!
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My mom took me to a dog show and I won!! – Rodney Dangerfield
The origami artist won the court case because he was good with paperwork.
The Dream Submitted by Thomas Hill
Happy New Year We look forward to serving you in 2014!
The Vallee Family and whole team at the Village Inn wish to extend our sincere thankfulness to our commu-
Jemima was taking an afternoon nap on New Year's Eve before the festivities. After she woke up, she confided to Max, her husband, 'I just dreamed that you gave me a diamond ring for a New Year's present. What do you think it all means?'
nity for their continued support throughout the year. We really appreciate our friends and our guests and we look forward to serving you all in the new year!
Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn • 782-7796 Open Tuesday - Sunday • villageinnmaine.com The crusty, ill-tempered baker was a scone's throw from becoming toast.
'Aha, you'll know tonight,' answered Max smiling broadly. At midnight, as the New Year was chiming, Max approached Jemima and handed her a small package. Delighted and excited she opened it quickly. There in her hand rested a book entitled: 'The meaning of dreams'.
It’s About Time Submitted by Thomas Hill
A few weeks? after the death of my father-inlaw, I found my sevenyear-old son crying in bed. His grandmother had died the previous year, and he was taking it all very hard. "You know, Kyle," I said, "when we die, we’ll get to see Grandma and Grandpa again in heaven."
Owners Michael & Belinda Vallee at The Village Inn concluded their 50th anniversary celebration (2013) by picking the winner of either an all expenses paid trip for two to Punta Cana or $500 in cash. Melanie Babb was the big winner and chose the cold hard cash!
When the investor came home from work he was spent.
With tears spilling down his face, Kyle cried, "That’s easy for you to say. You don’t have that long!" Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with January 2014
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Greater Lewiston/Auburn’s 19th Y O U R V O T E S A R E I N
Best Chinese Restaurant:
Chopsticks
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37 Park St., Lewiston • 783-6300
#1 Jeweler in the area: 600 Center St., Auburn • 784-6766
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DINER
124 Ash St., Lewiston • 782-9046
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LeGala Nail Salon
Lewiston
Best Pizza: 12
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House of Pizza
95 Lincoln St., Lewiston • 786-2020
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ORBIT HAIR 6 STYLING
Best Community Bank/Credit Union:
5
391 Main St., Lewiston • 784-5435
461 Rte. 202, Greene • 946-7302
Best Convenience Store:
5
484 Center St., Auburn • 622-1609
Best Chiropractor:
5
Dr. Gerald Nadeau
336 Center St., Auburn • 777-1104
Best Landscape Company:
11
Best Roofing Contractor:
78 Lisbon Rd., Lisbon • 353-4848
99 Spring St., Lewiston 784-1819
Best Pool & Spa Company:
Best Burger:
1975 Lisbon St., Lewiston • 783-0858
Rolly’s
Best Hair Salon:
Mary Jane’s School of Dance
730 Auburn Plaza Auburn • 786-7411
7
87 Mill Street Auburn 753-0171
Best Dance Studio:
Best Nail Salon:
120 Center St., Auburn • 786-0715
Best Breakfast Place:
Best Auto Body Shop in the area: 1524 Minot Ave., Auburn • 784-6121
Best Sports Pub:
8
Best Insurance Agency:
Champoux Insurance 150 East Ave., Lewiston • 783-2246
St. Hilaire 5 Contractors 4
120 Center St., Auburn • 786-0715
7
Best Facial/Skin Care Salon:
4
Healthy Beauty 486 Sabattus St., Wellness Spa Lewiston • 333-3235
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Annual Best Businesses for 2013 Best Eye Care Professionals:
Optometric Associates
Best Automotive Service:
4
Dr. Pauline Beale, Dr. Douglas Henry, Dr. Stephen Ebersole
Best Day Spa:
Best Contract Security Company:
3
71 East Ave., Lewiston 783-3321
86 Main St., Auburn • 800-292-4965
www.cassiels.com
Best Wait Staff:
2
Best Acupuncturist: 3
120 Center St., Auburn • 786-0715
Best Hair Colorist:
ORBIT HAIR STYLING
124 Ash St., Lewiston • 782-9046
Best Massage Therapy: 2 650 Main St., Lewiston • 212-3305
75 Park St., Lewiston • 795-5000
Diane Ford
Best Boutique: 3
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866 Main St., Lewiston • 754-3057
Best International Restaurant:
ANOTHER NEW DAY
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40 East Ave. #2 Lewiston • 795-6888
Best Sushi Restaurant: 40 East Ave. #2 Lewiston • 795-6888
2
Best Place To Buy Carpet/Flooring:
Best Car Wash:
Japanese Cuisine
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1103 Lisbon St., Lewiston 333-3655
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Best Picture Framers:
2
12 Highland Spring Rd., Lewiston • 783-2016
Best Attorney: Jason Dionne
675 Main St., Lewiston 782-0831
2
101 Lisbon St., Lewiston • 407-2955
168 East Ave., Lewiston (784-3564)
Japanese Cuisine
J&S Oil/Ultra Clean Car Wash
Best New Restaurant: 2
245 Center St., Auburn • 376-4295
191 Lisbon St., Lewiston • 333-3342
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New Year's Resolutions by Fido Submitted by Thomas Hill
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Happy New Year from all of us! Daily Specials:
I will not bark each time I see or hear a dog on TV.
Monday: Ham Italian ...................sm. $1.59 lg. $2.59 Tuesday: 10” 1-topping Pizza ............................$3.99 Wednesday: Chicken Salad ..........................sm. $1.99 ........................................................................lg. $3.49 Thursday: BLT Bowl of (Chili $3.99) ......................................................sm. $1.99 lg. $3.49 Friday: Tuna Italian ......................sm. $1.99 lg. $3.49 Saturday: Baked Beans ................qt. $3.59 pt. $2.59 Sunday: .................................$2.00 off any large pizza
I will not steal underwear belonging to my mistress and then dance all over the back yard with it.
BUY 1 LARGE PIZZA I will not chew red crayons or pens, because my master will think that I am hemorrhaging.
I must shake the rainwater out of my coat BEFORE I enter the house.
OOPS Submitted by Richard Collins
In 1974, the Consumer Product Safety Commission ordered 80,000 buttons promoting toy safety. They said "For Kids Safety, Think Toy Safety." The buttons were recalled when the agency found out that they had "sharp edges, parts a child could swallow, and were coated with toxic lead paint." Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with
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Happy New Year! The New Auburn Ice Arena is open, stop in & see us! Join New Hours: after us before Closed Tuesday; Mon. Wed. Thurs 11am - 9pm any g or Fri. & Sat. 11am - 10pm; Sun. 12pm - 9pm ame!
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My boss does not tolerate any beards or mustaches. He is a real shave driver.
WE’RE BETTING You’ll LOVE our food! We’re right on the way to the casino, stop in for a bite. Wall of Fame Inductee!
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Thomas Hill’s newest T-shirt. Problem is he wears it everyday. We’re trying to find a nice way to tell him to wash it once in a while. As you can see here, it’s standing all by itself.
Time to clean the floors.
of Oxford
Finish a full-size omelette and have your picture put on our wall of fame!
He made a slow start in the sport of weightlifting but he picked it up eventually.
Surprise Submitted by Jimbo
A guy walks into a bar and finds a horse serving drinks. The horse asks, “What are you staring at? Haven’t you ever seen a horse tending bar before?” The guy says, “It’s not that. I just never thought the parrot would sell the place.” Some things Man was never meant to know. For everything else, there’s Google.
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The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot. – Michael Altshuler
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Steve Helms of Helms Bros. Steve has been a friend of UAD since the beginning. We just can’t stop staring at his great mustache.
Lowest priced car rental in the area! Car accidents, no problem! We offer insurance-paid car rentals
Call 784-5438 for details 1097 Center St., Auburn Wisdom is the quality that keeps you from getting into situations where you need it. – Doug Larson
Val LeCompte of Beal’s Laundry in Auburn. Back in 1997 Val had to put up with Uncle Andy. Today she deals with Jimbo. She’s not sure who she likes better. Val was quoted, “I’ll just have to flip a coin... Heads, Jimbo wins. Tails, Uncle Andy loses.
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Uncle Andy’s Digest is the best magazine in town I’m not just saying this, I’ve heard it around My friends told me that, “Uncle Andy’s is the place to be” My sister said, “Go ahead, Take one, It’s free!” There’s great coupons, stories, and much more inside I know you’re thinking that they paid me to lie But, when Uncle Andy made me a poetress, he explained to me I would enjoy it more if I did it for free You can find great jokes and pictures too And like I said before, coupons all through For all the businesses that want to spread the word Uncle Andy’s Digest is no longer for nerds So advertise with Uncle Andy’s and you will see I’m not the only one who likes a magazine that’s free Uncle Andy’s Digest is not only the biggest, little magazine in town And you can quote me when I say, “It’s the best darn magazine around!!” by Shelly Bradstreet
A New Year's resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other.
“Tomorrow, is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one.” ― Brad Paisley
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George Allen of Gagne & Son George has been around UAD since the beginning. He’s helped Uncle Andy with all his rock wall formations, patio, etc. Jimbo caught on and had George coach him on how to build a walkway. George told a reliable source that Jimbo was a much better student. “I had to go do the work for Andy. Jimbo did the work himself.” Now Jimbo is second guessing himself, and realizes Uncle Andy might be the smarter one. Hmmm...
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Bart Kelsea of Androscoggin Title Another long time friend and advertiser in UAD. Bart told Uncle Andy to get lost. Andy is still trying to find himself to this day. Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with
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Peppermint Candy
Many people look forward to the New Year for a new start on old habits.
Submitted by Thomas Hill
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A week after Uncle Andy bought a bull, he complained to Jimbo, “All that bull does is eat grass. Won’t even look at a cow.”
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“Take him to the vet,” Jimbo suggested. The next week, Uncle Andy is much happier. “The vet gave him some pills, and the bull serviced all of my cows!” he told Jimbo. “Then he broke through the fence and bred with all my neighbor’s cows! He’s like a machine!”
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Snowball fights
“What kind of pills were they?” asked Jimbo. “I don’t know, but they’ve got a peppermint taste.”
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Mature Fun Submitted by Thomas Hill
As I was treating my daughter and her family to the buffet at a casino, all the bells and whistles for a winning slot machine began to go off. My seven-yearold grandson was awed. “Wow!” yelled Casey. “This is like Chuck E. Cheese for old people.” Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with
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A drop of ink may make a million think.
Becky Fyfe Out ’n About at Sarah Jeanne’s Christmas Party
Amanda Fyfe Trivia Q: What are the names of the 7 Dwarfs?
Why don't ceramic cats come complete with synthetic hairballs?
A: Happy, Grumpy, Dopey, Doc, Bashful, Sneezy & Sleepy.
Tammy Klemanski, Sarah Kyllonen, Jessica Peterson & Jane Kyllonen
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Out ’n About at Sarah Jeanne’s Christmas Party
Youth is when you're allowed to stay up late on New Year's Eve. Middle age is when you're forced to.
Pam & Dave Weed
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Snowflakes are one of nature’s most fragile things, but just look what they do when they stick together.
My dog licked the crumbs out of my computer keyboard and earned an online college degree.
Out ’n About at Sarah Jeanne’s Christmas Party I carry everything I need right in my little purse.
Jamie Bolduc Lever’s Daycare
Tammy & Mike Klemanski
The food was all very tasty. Nose licking good!
Jake I ran three miles today. Finally I said, “Lady take your purse.”
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If you're only as old as you feel, how come I can't retire yet? – Robin Alumbaugh
Old Time Bachelor Submitted by Jimbo
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My job is to write you a big check!
When my lifelongbachelor uncle turned 78, he traveled across the country to visit a dozen or so old girlfriends. “How’d it go?” I asked when he returned. “Thank God I never married any of them,” he said. “They’re all widows.” Knock Knock! Who’s there? Wendy.
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Wendy bell works again I won’t have to knock anymore.
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I saw a sign that said "seeing eye dogs only" who is supposed to read this, the dog?
Age Difference Submitted by Jimbo
Rock concerts are a little different now than when I was younger. Recently, I went to a concert with some friends. As the band started to play a ballad, we instinctively raised our cigarette lighters, like all good rock fans I grew up with. But looking around me, I noticed that times had indeed changed. The mostly under-25 crowd was swaying to the upraised glow of their cell phones. Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with January 2014
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Jimbo: This New Year’s I resolve to be less awesome since that is really the only thing I do in excess.
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What do you call a cow who gives no milk? A milk dud (or an udder failure).
Submitted by Jimbo
A diner was agitated that the waiter had brought him no spoon with his coffee. "This coffee," he said loud enough for most of the other patrons to hear, "is going to be pretty hot to stir with my fingers." The waiter reddened, made a hasty retreat to the kitchen and returned shortly with another cup of coffee. "This one isn't so hot, sir," he beamed. Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with
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Kids at the YMCA Teen Center Question back in 1997: Show us what you'll be reading on a Friday night when you're all teenagers.
These kids are all 16 years older now. We wonder if they still enjoy the Digest as much as they did back in 1997. Our guess is they fans of the Digital edition and read our magazine online. If you know any of these people, let them know we’d like an updated photo of them! Is it weird in here, or is it just me? – Steven Wright
My son has taken up meditation… at least it's better than sitting around doing nothing. – Max Kaufman
Some of our friends from the 1997 UAD archives Bim Gibson, Laurie Newton, Michelle Cox & Noelle Coyne. Where was this photo taken in 1997? A) The Liberty Festival B) The Old Port Festival C) Uncle Andy’s back yard D) On the set of Little House on the Prairie Email your answer to editor@UncleAndys.com, if you guess correctly Uncle Andy will buy you an ice cream cone.
If you cannot get rid of the family skeleton, you may as well make it dance. – George Bernard Shaw
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As of September 2013, the iPhone alone outsells Coca-Cola and McDonald's combined.
A Maine Tradition You Can Count On! The chicken liver at Cole Farms is excellent!
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Out ’n About at the 5th Annual ExTRAINaganza at the Great Falls Model Railroad Club in Auburn
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The Lion King was originally called “King of the Jungle”, until the Disney team remembered that lions don’t live in the jungle.
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Our parents always said to look both ways before crossing... I’ll look to the right.
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Some mushrooms can create their own breeze to disperse their spores.
TV’s Tom and Jerry were originally called Jasper and Jinx.
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Collette & Maurice Fortin trimming the Christmas tree
Did you know that the Lionel Train Company was founded by Joshua Lionel Cowen in 1901?
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Impressive, young Daniel. Did you also know that it was one of the first two electric toys to be inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame
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The coldest place on Earth is in Antarctica and has been measured by satellite at minus 93.2 Celsius (-135.8F).
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Everyone admired Breayden Brown's train vest.
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Dale Spugnardi Tom & Dale of Gippers These Gippers gurus have been gracing the pages of UAD since the beginning. Back then, putting up with Big Gare was easy. Uncle Andy, not so much. Now-a-days Dale likes chatting with the ‘new guy,’ Jimbo. For some reason when he asked why Big Gare left, he stopped himself and said never mind. Jimbo is sure both Dale & Tom feel his pain.
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Out ’n About at the 5th Annual ExTRAINaganza at the Great Falls Model Railroad Club in Auburn You can do it, Thomas! I know you can, I read the book!!
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Tatiana St. Hilaire In the US, federal law states that children's TV shows may contain only 10 minutes of advertising per hour and on weekends the limit is 10 and one-half minutes. Uncle Andy’s Digest...with January 2014
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"What do you mean it's illegal?" asks Uncle Andy. "Quattro means four," replies the border official. "Quattro is just the name of the automobile," the five guys retort disbelievingly. "Look at the papers: this car is designed to carry five persons." "You can't pull that one on me," replies the Customs agent. "Quattro means four. You have five people in your car and you are therefore breaking the law." Uncle Andy replies angrily, "You Goober! Call your supervisor over. I want to speak to someone with more intelligence!" "Sorry," responds the official, "he can't come. He's busy with two guys in a Fiat Uno." Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with January 2014
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Why do they have ear piercing while you wait? Is there some shop where you can drop them off and pick them up later?
Out ’n About at the Uncle Andy’s Digest Christmas Party Uncle Andy, can you pay attention for one minute?! We’re trying to get a picture over here.
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How the heck is this Grampa next to me still on payroll?
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I heard Einstein got along well with his parents ... relatively speaking.
I watched the Indy 500, and I was thinking that if they left earlier they wouldn’t have to go so fast.
We heard appearing in Uncle Andy’s would make us famous. I guess we’ll find out.*
Sue & Jeff Nichols *We may not have told Sue & Jeff that the fame might only last for a month or so.
Tom Hill’s pet hamster reminds him that Spring is coming soon.
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Some of our friends from the 1997 UAD archives What in the world has caught the attention of these young ladies found on the beach?
If I knew grandchildren were going to be this much fun, I would have had them first!
The Wedding Dress Submitted by Jimbo
Betty was soon to be married. More than anything, she wanted to wear the wedding dress her mother was married in. Betty's mother was beaming with pride as she gave her consent. Later in the evening, the family gathered in the living room to wait while Betty tried on the dress. When Betty entered the room, there was a chorus of approval. The dress fit perfectly and looked wonderful on her. Tears ran down the face of Betty's mother. Seeing this, Betty said, "Don't worry Mom, you're not losing a daughter, your gaining a son." "Forget about that!" she said with a sob. "I used to fit into that dress!"
It sure wasn’t Uncle Andy’s physique… It was Uncle Andy’s Digest, of course. The ‘Digest is perfect beach reading material. If it gets wet and ruined you really won’t care because it was free in the first place. Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with January 2014
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Melanie Babb winner of $500 in cash from the Village Inn Jimbo: Melanie, did you chose to wear that lobster hat or was a requirement to collect your winnings? Melanie: I’d wear any kind of hat if someone wants to give me $500.
Trash Talk Submitted by Jimbo
A man rushed to the jewelry counter in the store where I work soon after the doors opened one morning and said he needed a pair of diamond earrings. I showed him a wide selection, and quickly he picked out a pair. When I asked him if he wanted the earrings gift-wrapped, he said, "That'd be great. But can you make it quick? I forgot today was my anniversary, and my wife thinks I'm taking out the trash." Uncle Andy’s Digest ...with
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For 20 years, the Portland Pirates called the Cumberland County Civic Center their home. But due to renovations and a legal battle, the team has temporarily moved north to occupy the Androscoggin Bank Colisee in Lewiston. "I love it, I think it's awesome," Auburn resident Kevin Gagnon said. "I think it's nice to have a hockey team back in Lewiston." Gagnon was a Pirates season ticket holder when they first came to Maine, but eventually switched over to MAINEiacs season tickets because it was closer to home. After the MAINEiacs disbanded, Lewiston was left without a hockey team. Now however, Gagnon is happy to say the area has a team to cheer for again. "I've been a passionate fan of hockey since I was in high school," Gagnon explained. "I went to St. Dom's-lot of hockey tradition at St. Dom's, lot of hockey tradition here in Lewiston with the high school in Lewiston too, but I love having it here." Having been in the Colisee for MAINEiacs games, Gagnon firmly believes it is a great venue for the Pirates. "It can get really loud if we can get the fans going," Gagnon said. "It's a great place though. It's a nice place, small, it can get loud and that's sometimes what they need." The Colisee is definitely smaller, but that means fans are packed right on top of the action--wherever you are, the ice is always close by and this allows for a more intimate viewing. This atmosphere can provide the perfect back drop for a home team when the crowd is behind them. Whenever there is a goal, fight, or big play, the stands erupt with an energy that permeates the entire building. Fans are always ready to start a "let's go Pirates" chant and the hockey passion that is felt from the fans is easily noticeable to any fan. Without question, the Pirates move to Lewiston has provided hockey-lovers in the area a perfect way to get their fix. "The fact that we have hockey here in Lewiston is awesome and that's what I'm looking for," he said. "As long as there is hockey in Lewiston I know I'm happy and I know my kids are happy, the family is happy. We're having a great time with all the people around us in our section, I don't know what else I could ask for more than that."
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