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Man shares story behind annual holiday bean feed Sta~ with raw pinto beans. Add onions, celery andham. Feed a crowd of Christmas carolers Repeat every D.ecemberfor decades By GUY McCARTHY The Union Democrat

The man behind one of Sonora's longstanding Christmas traditions turns 89 next week.

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Galen "Mut" Mutzner was born Dec. 22, 1926, in Covington,Ohio.Hemoved toSonora in 1942. Over the years, Mut has become known in Sonora and across the Mother Lode as a veteran ranch hand, woodcutter, lumber piler and handyman who can handle plumbing and painting and most other odd jobs. Nowadays Mut is known for his crowd-pleasing culinary Christmastime offering: A legendary free bean feeddatingback to the early 1980s. His first job in the Sonora area was working for Tuolumne rancher Sam Booth when he was 17. The next summer he worked for the Forest Service, ftrefighting out of the Long Barn camp. Duringthe school year,he played football,baseball and basketball at Sonora High before he graduated in 1944. Then he started U.S. Navy training in December 1944 and went overseas to Okinawa. He was discharged from the Navy on June 6, 1946. "One day at work on a Friday years ago, I said'I won' t be at work tomorrow,' " Mut recounted in a recent interview at The Sportsman in downtown Sonora. See BEANS / Back Page

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This year's Pop Hudson Memorial Christmas Sing is billed as the 36th annual edition. Rain or shine, participants in this year's Christmas Sing will assemble at Coffill Park next to Mi Pueblo restaurant about 12:30 p.m.

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Galen 'Mut' Mutzner rings the bell to start a past bean feed in downtown Sonora.

Friday in downtown Sonora. The sing-along will start at 12:45 p.m., and the community songfest will continue until about 1:30 p.m. Besides The Union Democrat newspaper staff, singing groups include Summerville Parent Nursery School, inmates from Sierra Conservation Center's Baseline Camp, Foothill L e adership A c ademy

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students, Sonora Regional Medi-

Santa Claus is missing from Morning Star Drive. Lydia McClenahan, 89, of Sonora, said when she went to bed on Friday night, a mannequin, dressed as Santa, who she calls Grant, was sit-

cal Center and Tuolumne Mental

ting on her front porch.

Health, among others. Each group leads the singing of a traditional Christmas song. City and county employees battle it out singing "White Christmas." The event is named for a long-

"Saturday morning, when I got up to say hello, he was gone," she said. All that was left were the two socks Grant was wearing, McClenahan said. The 6-foot-5-inch mannequin, dressed in a Santa suit

Christmas sing moved to CoNII Park The Union Democrat

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Galen "Mut" Mutzner, 88, tells the story of how his annual free bean feed began during an interview Nov. 27 at The Sportsman in downtown Sonora.

The young pit bull pup was eating trash on the side of the road, next to fast-moving vehicles heading up and down a busy Sonora thoroughfare. Allie Henderson said she saw a friend had stopped on Mono Way to check on the dog, so she stopped, too. What she saw made her sad and mad and protective, all at the same time. The dog's ear flaps were cut off, like somebody had taken scissorsor a razor to it,leaving long, dirty red scars across its scalp and its vulnerable inner ears exposed. It was Dec. 5 on Mono Way. What was left of the young dog's ears looked swollen with homemade stitches of fishing line still in place, Henderson sard.

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Sonora resident Cassandra Brush submitted a photo of her children visiting with Santa Claus Saturday in downtown Sonora. "Apparently Kaylee couldn' t take her eyes off the jolly ol' man," she

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Henry Turner, who played two stints with the Sacramento Kings during his 14-year basketball career, makes an appearance during the Tip-Off Classic Saturday at Calaveras High School.

Though Moak is in the business of giving back and sponsoring philanthropic events like the one seen in San Andreas, he said the response and the gratitude from the community will make it memorable for him. "That's what I' ll remember. some fun,n said Scott Moak, executivedirectorofthe Sacramento People saying thanks. People are Kings Foundation, a nonprofit or- so floored by what we were able to ganization that works to leave a do, which wasn't really anything. positive influence on at-risk youth We came out and put some smiles in the region. "Hopefully we gave on people's faces," Moak said. "The t 'thanks' that people something to talk about for type of heartfel a little while and know that the they' re giving, you can tell that it Kings are thinking of them from means a lot.n an hour and a half away." Turner, who played profession-

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As part of their "Season of doing good," the Sacramento Kings and its nonprofit foundation brought dancers, members of the organizational staff and former National Basketball Association player and team alumni Henry Turner to give back to a community that has suffered since the Butte Fire. "Hopefully we brought some good feeli ngs, some good vibes,

ally I'rom 1988-2002 and two stints with the Kings, said that he would have traveled double the distance to leave an impact on members of the community who have been impactedby thefire. "At the end of the day, we' re all human," Turner said. "I under-

stand that we' re a professional basketball franchise, but we understand people go through hard times and, at a particular point, everybody needs to kick in." Contact Calaveras County reporterJason Cotvan atjcotvanO uniondemocrat.corn or 588-4531.

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NEWS OF RECORD TUOLUMNE COUNTY The Sonora Police Department reported the following: FRIDAY 1:55 p.m., lost property — A wallet was possibly stolen at a South Washington Street business. 3:31 p.m., controlled substances — A man allegedlysmoked drugs in a vehicle in the Sonora Elementary School parking lot. 5:41 p.m., theft — Various items, including a car stereo and tool box, were stolen from a vehicle on Pine Street. SATURDAY 11:32 a.m., suspicious circumstance —A man who appeared to be in his 40s was yelling at himself at a South Washington Street business. SUNDAY 12:46a.m., vandalism — Two of a vehicle's tires were flattened or slashed at a Mono Way business. 1:59 a.m., vandalism — A planter box outside a South Washington Street business was damaged. 6:01 a.m., animal complaints — An East Lyons Street woman heard a mountain lion close to her home. 6:41 p.m., fight — Two men fought on South Washington Street and then fled the scene. 10:29 p.m., vehicle theft —Vehicle theft was possibly attempted on South Stewart Street.

SATURDAY 3:01 a.m., Tuolumne — A woman lost her phone at a Tuolumne Road North business. 9:59 a.m., Sonora —A Santa Claus decoration was stolen from the front porch of a Morning Star Drive residence. 2:16 p.m., Sonora —Groceries were stolen from a Mono Way business. 2:21 p.m., Sonora —A theft was in progress at a Mono Way business. 3:31 p.m., Jamestown — A woman yelled at a judge off Main and Smoke stree ts. When confronted by deputies, she agreed to stop yelling. 4:04 p.m., Jamestown —Two horses were in the road off Rawhide and Snell roads. 4:50 p.m., Sonora —Tools, a gas can and lawn chairs were stolen out of the back of a truck on Smokey River Drive. 6:27 p.m., Sonora — A mail carrier was threatened with a rake and a knife by two men off Allison Way and Highway 108. 9:41 p.m., Tuolumne — Five men fought on Pine Street.

SUNDAY 12:51 a.m., Sonora —A purse was stolen from a vehicle on Chukar Circle. 2:08 a.m., Twain Harte Sexual assault occurred at an unknown location. 12:01 p.m., Sonora —A CabezutRoad woman was in herroom when a man, wearing a wool cap and dark clothing who appeared to be in his 30s, knocked and told her he needed to check outlets in The Sherfff's (Nice reported her room. While inside the residence, the man took all the monthe following: ey out of her wallet when she was not looking. FRIDAY 3:29 p.m., Sonora — An ex5:36 a.m., Sonora — People plosion was heard on Madrone were heard walking on the roof of Circle. a Wildcat Ridge Road residence. 4:35 p.m., Sonora —A black 7:35 a.m., Sonora —A vehicle bull was in the road off Highway was burgled on Colorado River 49 and Melones Court. Drive. 6:44 p.m., Sonora —Someone 8:39 a.m., Soulsbyville — A called a Sparrow Lane man and vehicle was broken into Tuesday told him his throat would be slit. night on Sherry Lane. 8:47 a.m., Twain Harte — A Felony bookings burglary occurred on Sycamore Circle. SATURDAY 9:58 a.m., Columbia —A "sus10:26 p.m., Sonora —McRobpicious" person went to a Northridge Road residence Thursday ert Rodney Alves, 25, of the 600 block of South Stewart Street, night looking for "Smitty." A was booked on suspicion of carknife was found on the porch. 11:14 a.m., Sonora —A man rying a concealed dirk or dagger was allegedly assaulted by the and misdemeanor disorderly owner of a M ono Way business. conduct after an arrest at a San3:32 p.m., Strawberry — A guinetti Road business. 11:26 p.m., Sonora — Justin rock slide occurred off Highway Matthew Thompson, 36, of the 108 and Old Strawberry Drive. 7:09 p.m., Jamestown — A 13000 block of Beckwith Road, woman yelled and was aggres- was booked on suspicion of sive toward people on North Tu- abuse or endangerment after an arrest off Highway 108 and Hess olumne Road. Avenue. 8:26 p.m., Sonora — A woman on Chukar Circle was assaulted. SUNDAY 11:15 p.m., Sonora —A Mono 2 p.m., Sonora —Dane Foster Way man said people were outside his residence and he was Holmsky, 20, of the 12000 block of Chukar Circle, was booked on "trying to sleep." suspicion of unlawful use of per11:39 p.m., Sonora — A Brook Drive man said his heat sonal identifying information afkeptcoming on and he was not ter an arrest on Chukar Circle. sure how to change his thermostat. A deputy gave the man the phone number for Pacific Gas Ik Electric.

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ism occurred on Main Street. 9:46 p.m., Copperopolis FRIDAY Two men in a black car on Span12:35 a.m., Jamestown areagler Lane acted "very strange." MitchellHarris Lowrey, 23, of the 10:42 p.m., Murphys —People 1700 block of Helsinki Way, Liver- trespassed onto a French Gulch more, was booked after an arrest Road property and ran water on Highway 49. from the home. SATURDAY 12:07 a.m., Sonora — Dino John Oliveras, 27, of the 11000 block of Campo Seco Road, was booked after an arrest on Kelly Ranch Road. 4:36 p.m., Cold Springs area — Israel Martinez, 21, of the 1700 block of El Rosa Avenue, Ceres, was booked after an arrest on Highway 108. 6:30 p.m., Jamestown Adam Joseph Smith, 51, of the 1500 block of E Street, Hayward, was booked after an arrest on Main Street. 8:08 p.m., Sonora — Justin William Riley, 40, of the 21000 blockof Homestead Road, Pine Grove, was booked after an arrest on Hess Avenue. 11:05 p.m., Groveland — Jacob Lee Wemmer, 27,of the 13000 block of Boitano Road, was booked after an arrest on Ferretti Road. SUNDAY 4:40 a.m., Sonora — Garrett Wayne Anderson, 25, of the 32000 block of Quail Mine Road, was booked after an arrest on Mono Way. 5:46 p.m., Sonora — Jayme Allen Bergstrom, 72, of the 21000 block of Lancaster Court, was booked after an arrest on Shaws Flat Road. 8:40 p.m., Jamestown —Anthony Scott Borges, 31, of the 900 block of Brigadoone Lane, Waterford, was booked after an arrest on Jamestown Road.

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Felony bookings FRIDAY 3:35 p.m., San AndreasAnthony Christopher Blymyer, 41, of the 400 block of Market Street, was booked on suspicion of second-degree burglary, misdemeanor recognizing stolen property and misdemeanor possession of burglary tools after an arrest on Market Street. 4:19 p.m., San AndreasThomas Harold Costello, 58, of the 200 block of Market Street, was booked on suspicion of second-degree burglary and misdemeanor recognizing stolen property after an arrest on Market Street. 4:19 p.m., San AndreasAmanda Dawn Funk, 29, of the first block of West Saint Charles Street, was booked on suspicion of second-degree burglary and misdemeanor receiving known stolen property after an arrest on Market Street. 9:45 p.m., San Andreas —Robert Joseph Simi, 21, of the 9000 block of Murray Creek, Mountain Ranch, was booked on suspicion of possessing a firearm, misdemeanor possessionof a controlled substance, misdemeanor possession of controlled substance paraphernalia, and misdemeanor driving without a license after an arrest on Main Street.

BEEBE — Robert Beebe, 80, died Saturday at home in Sonora. Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home is handling arrangements. COOK — Elizabeth Cook, 81, of Sonora, died Sunday at Carmel Village in Clovis. Heuton Memorial Chapel is handling arrangements. DUFFY — Janice Dufly, 78, of Columbia, died Monday at Sonora Regional Medical Center. Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home is handling arrangements. FAULKNER — Linda A. Faulkner, 67, of Coulterville, died Friday at Avalon Care Center in Sonora. Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home is handling arrangements. LEMPINEN — Dale Lempinen, 81, of Sonora, died Sunday at Sonora Regional Medical Center. Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

SATURDAY 12:25 p.m., Douglas RstJohnEdward Steele II, 25, of the CALAVERAS COUNTY 4000 block of Ponderosa Way, Angels Camp, was booked on The Sheriff's 0$ce reported suspicion of second-degree burthe following: glary, misdemeanor vandalism and misdemeanor obstructing/ resisting a peace officer after an FRIDAY 11:55 a.m., West Point — A arrest on Iron Wood Court. Stanley Road man believed SUNDAY someone entered his house without permission while he was 11:50 a.m., Valley Springsgone. KentLeroy Dayton, 50, of San An2:36 p.m., San Andreas — A dreas, was booked on suspicion burglary occurred on Market of using a controlled substance/ Street. possessing a firearm, and mis6:55 p.m., Arnold — Items demeanor being under the influwere stolen after a break-in at a ence of a controlled substance Wawona Way residence. after an arrest on Honda Lane. 8:34 p.m., San Andreas —Two 12:23 a.m., Angels Camppeople argued off West Saint MichelleJo Bramwell, 34, of the Charles and Court streets. 1000 block of Gettysburg Avenue, was booked on suspicion 10:02 p.m., Valley Springs — A Clovis, Daphne Street residence was bro- of willful cruelty and misdemeanor driving under the influence afken into. ter an arrest off highways 4 and 49. SATURDAY 7:46 a.m., Douglas FlatVandalismwas reported on Iron Wood Court. Cited on suspicion of driving un7:14 p.m., Arnold — Three loud "booms, or bangs" were heard der the influence of alcohol or drugs: on Mitchell Drive. 7:40 p.m., Arnold —An exploSATURDAY sion was heard on Saint Moritz 9 p.m., Angels Camp —MeDrive. gan Ashley Garke, 27, of the A nests 1000 block of Marymar Drive, SUNDAY Modesto, was booked after an arCited on suspicion of driving un9:27 a.m., Murphys —Vandal- restoffhighways 4 and 49.

MARSTON — Archie Marston, 85, died Saturday at home in Sonora. Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home is handling arrangements. PACHECO — Former Sonora resident Shirley Pacheco,80, died Sunday at St. Rose Hospital in Hayward. Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home is handling arrangements. PRATT — Michael William Pratt, 30, died Thursday at home in Twain Harte. Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home is handling arrangements. ROBERSON — Harry C. Roberson, 95, of Sonora, died Saturdayat Sonora Regional Medical Center. Terzich and Wilson Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Graveside services will be held at 11:30a.m. Friday at Mountain Shadow Cemetery in Sonora.

RUDDEN — Nora Rudden, 97, of Sonora, died Saturday at Avalon Care Center in Sonora. Heuton Memorial Chapel is handling arrangements.

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policy change I know this is not my usual position. But this is a war. Therefore, I have come to believe there should be no immigration or visa waivers until the U.S. adopts a completely new system to stop radical Islamic terrorists from entering the country. This calls for a wartime l ock d o w n a nd a b i g cl ange in my > ' K I I(gpw thinking. I SIS a n d r elated I s lamicterrorists arealready here.More are coming. We must stop them. Until FBI Director James Comey gives us the greenlight,Isay sealthe borders. Here's what we must do: Completely reform the vetting process for immigrants and foreign visitors. Change the screening process. Come up with a new visa-application review process. Stop this nonsense of marriage-visa fraud. And in the meantime, seal the borders. I agree with Jessica Vaughn, director of policy studies at the Center for Immigration Studies, who argued many of these points in excellent detail on the National Review website on Friday. Again, why am I taking this hardline position? In the past I have been an immigration reformer, not a restrictionist. But we are at war. That changes everything. Let me emphasize that my support for wartime immigration restrictions is not based on religion. I think Donald Trump made a big mistake here. Instead, I agree with this Rupert Murdoch tweet: "Complete refugee pause to fix vetting makes '

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Fortunately, the Republican House voted to tighten restrictions on travel to the U.S. by citizens of 38 nations who presently enter our country without a visa. This covers 20 million visitors a year who are allowed to stay 90 days. Of course this system isabused big-time. But I say seal the borders. People hoping to reloIraq and anywhere cate to the U.S.— from Syria, in the Middle East, or France, England, Sweden, wherever — will be upset, at least for a while. There may be some unfairness to this. But I don' t care.Wars breed unfairness,justas they breed collateral damage. We may set back tourism. We may anger Saudi princes whose kids are in American schools. But so be it. We need a wartime footing if we are going to protect the American homeland. Of course, President Obama doesn't get it. He never will. Already we should have led NATO into a declaration of war against ISIS. Already we should have pushed a resolution of war against ISIS through the U.N. Security Council. Already we should have convened meetings with our Middle East allies to formally declare war against ISIS. Already the U.S. Congress should have issued a formal declaration of war against ISIS. The president had his last chance last Sunday night. And he didn't take it. He is not a wartime commander in chief. In fact, he is not a commander in chief. As I have written before, if the U.S. wants to destroy ISIS, it can destroy ISIS. We won't end terrorism around the world. But we can destroy ISIS in Syria and Iraq. Prominent generals are telling us that. Prominent national-security strategists are telling us that. So let's do it. Ifthere is to be a true wartime eff ortto destroy ISIS, our leaders must communicate a sense of urgency and energy. Define the clear goal: the destruction of ISIS. Speak to that goal constantly. Take steps at home and abroad to back up that goal. Lead the country. Rally the country. Republican and Democratic commanders in chief have done this in the past. We must do it again. I don't believe a visa or immigration lockdown here in the U.S. will solve the Islamic terrorist threat. Many other steps must be taken. And I am

not suggesting this in the name of religious profiling. Instead, I am hardening my position on immigration, because we are at war and Ifear we may be losing this war. My shift in thinking comes from a deep desire to strengthen homeland security. I hope that an immigration freeze will not be in place for very long. But for now I believe we must do it. (By the way, keeping America safe is a prerequisite for growth.) And let me add, as I have in the past, that if the U.S. has the will, the urgency and the energy to destroy ISIS, then we will destroy ISIS. Larry Kudlow is a bu siness commentator and

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ilence is a orm o acquiescence Earlier this week, I w as wandering around a department store in suburban Cleveland, when a clerk spotted me and mercifully offered to help. When I told her what I was trying to find, she laughed and said, "You are definitely in the wrong department." Then, almost immediately, her smile vanished and she took a step back. "I didn't mean —." She was wearing a hijab to cover her head, and we were standingfaceto facejustdays after the San B ernardino, California, terrorist a t tack and within hours of Donald Trump's widely publicized attempt to cast all Muslims as potentialterrorists. Like so many other Americans, I am appalled by his racist vitriol, but this encounter with a clerk justtrying to do herjob drove home the immediacy of the harm. This woman with the kind face was afraid, and in that moment, both of us knew it, and we knew why. I began to babble, assuring her that I am as likely to get lostin a department store as I am on a country road in rural Ohio. She smiled and nodded, but her eyes were moist as shepointed to the escalator. "Thank you," she said. As she turned and walked away, I realized she was thanking me for being nice to her. This is what we' ve come to — a country where innocent Americans fear that their ev-

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Connie Schultz in this country could be their last. You don't have to be a Muslim to experience this anxiety. You just have to be someone Trump and his fellow Republican candidates insist on casting as "the other," which always means someone who isn't white. Such political posturing threatens to cripple discourse in our communities, as Deepinder Mayell learned recently.

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It was thetype of silence that emboldens a man to play inquisitor. I t h ought about our national climate, in which some presidentialcandidates spew demagoguery and lies while others play politics and offer soft rebukes. It is the same speciesof silence that emboldened white supremacists to shoot five unarmed protesters recently in Minneapolis." The man who presumed he had theright to demand proof of Mayell's citizenship had no idea whom he was picking on. He didn't know that Mayell was born in Queens, New York, and grew up on Long Island. He also didn't know that Mayell's parents are Sikh Americans, not Muslims. After summoning a security guard to his side, Mayell confronted the man and told him that he had frightened him and that what he had said was racist. The man apologized, but Mayell said that wasn' t enough.He wanted the man to be ejected. That didn't happen. In the newspaper's online comments section under Mayell's op-ed, the usual ugliness flourished like maggots on a carcass. He should have a thicker skin, commenters said. Many called him a liar, accusing him of making up the incident. A number of commenters assumed he is Muslim. Be-

Mayell is an attorney and the directorof the Advocates for Human Rights' Refugee and Immigrant Program in Minneapolis. This fall, however, he was hoping to be just one of thousands of Minnesota Vikings fans as he showed up with friends for his first NFL game. In anop-ed for StarTribune, Mayell wrote what happened after a m a n p u shed others aside to make a beeline for him,demanding to know whether he was a refugee. "In that moment, I was terrified," Mayell wrote. "But what scared me the most was the silence surrounding me. As I looked around, I didn' t know who was an ally or an enemy. In those hushed whis- c ause, you know, his n a me pers, I felt like I was alone, un- isn't Jim Bob or John-Boy and safe and surrounded. his face isn't white.

"The man shouted, You' re a refugeel'" Mayell said in a phone interview this week. "Not 'you' re a Muslim' or 'a terrorist, 'just'refugee.'Itsays so much about how national dialogueaffectsothers." Fortunately, Mayell fielded far morepositive responses to his op-ed. "In texts, phone calls and emails, there was overwhelming support," he said. "People are pretty shocked this happened." What struck me about his essay and our conversation was how alone and vulnerable he felt in that crowd. "I wish somebody else would have stuck up for me. I understand

how stunning it was, that they were in disbelief, perhaps.... But speaking out goes a long way for the person who is afraid — and for everyone in the public sphere." But in the moment, no one

said a word. We keep having this conversation in this country, asking ourselves: When is it appropriate to speak out against bigotry and racism? As if there were ever a bad time to stand for what is right or a right time to stay silent. Our silence is our acquiescence. The time to stand up is now. Theappropriate place to speak out is everywhere. Connie Sdrultz isa veteran journalist and columnist and

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SACRAMENTO (AP) — A gun club owner and a gun dealerare among those telling a congressman Monday that closing loopholes in federal background checks and increasing mental health help would reduce gun violence. California U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson, chairman of House Democrats' Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, held the hearing less than two weeks after14 people were fatally shot in San Bernardino. "The Second Amendment and gun violence preven-

author of a House bill requiring nationwide background checks at gun shows and for those who buy guns from individuals online. Gun rights proponents accused Thompson of politicizing the issue. He conducted the hearing at th e state Capitol in Sacramento on the third anniversary of the Dec. 14, 2012, shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut that killed 20 first-graders and six educators dead, and he opened by criticizing Congress' inaction since then. His office said the panel discussion was scheduled before the San Bernardino shootings by a couple who authorities say were inspired by

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police reports when guns are lostorstolen. Thompson said in an interview that he is concerned about the cost of requiring ammunition buyers to buy a license every two years. He also opposes a ban on sales to those under age 18 and said the checks could make it difficult for gun owners who live in other states to buy

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As national security takes center stage in the presidential race, Obama also is hoping to counter Donald Trump and his inflammatory remarks about Muslims, which Obama believes endangers U.S. national security. On a conference call Monday with religious leaders, top White House officials pledged vigilance by the Justice Department in pursuing hate crimes and other civil rights violations, calling an attack on any faith an attack on all faiths. Obama'saides were also holding separate meetings at the White House with Muslim leaders and with Sikh leaders. The president's appearance at the Pentagonwas part ofa w eeklong push to explainhis strategy for stopping the Islamic State group abroad and its sympathizers at home.

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'Shop with a Cop' benefits 53 Tuolumne Coun kids By TORI THOMAS The Union Democrat

When 10-year-old Owen Gibeaufound out hehad been selected for Tuolumne County's ninth annual "Shop with a Cop" event, he was ecstatic. "Once my mom told me, I screamed in excitement," he said, his face beaming. Owen was one of 53 Tuolumne County children who were selected to "Shop with a Cop"Saturday morning at Walm art. c This washis fi rstyear participating. "Shop With a Cop," a nationwide program that partners law enforcement officials with childrenfor a day ofshopping for presents,was started in Tuolumne Countyin 2007 by Jail Sgt. Shaylene Graziose and her husband, Daniel, through the Deputy SherifFs Association. The children were selected Tori Thomas /Union Democrat based on letters of recommen- Owen Gibeau, 10 (above), holds some of the toys he dationfrom various agencies chose during "Shop with a Cop." Owen was paired with across the county, including Tuolumne County Sheriff's Deputy Jeremy Green elementary schools, welfare (below) for Saturday's event. services and Child Protective Services. Dozens of county law enforcement officials volunteered on Saturday, including members of the Tuolumne County Sheriff's Office, Sonora Police Department and California Highway Patrol. Sheriff's Office K-9 Justice, dressed as Santa Claus, was also present. Sheriff' Jim Mele kicked off' the event by thanking all involved. "It'sall about the kids, " he said during his opening speech."It's a great opportunity for us to give back to the community." The children then grabbed carts and quickly set out to shop the aisles of the store ,"/'

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cial. Each child was allotted $100 to spend. Owen was paired with SherifFs Office Deputy Jeremy Green. "You can get whatever you fiage Xbox 360 game controller. want," Green said. He said it reminded him of This was Green's second the video games he likes to year volunteering for the pro- play, such as "Call of Duty." granl. Owen also picked out mul"I love giving back to the tiple Lego sets, including a community and working with 408-piece Minecraft set. 'This is going to be fun," kids," he said. Owen pushed his c art he said, while walking with around the store, looking Green to a checkout station. Owen's mother, Victoria around enthusiastically. "Here we go!" he said, while Gibeau, said she was excited enteringthe electronics sec- when she found out her son tion. was chosen for the program. Owen picked out a camouShe described "Shop with a

Cop" as wonderful. "(Owen has) been really looking forward to it," Victoria Gibeau said. Graziose said she w as pleased with Saturday's event. "We had agood turnout of officers, deputies and kids this year," she said. "Some of the children were here with their grandparents that are taking care of them, and (the grandparents) said that it helped them out a lot this year with Christmas."

SANTA Continued from Page Al and sunglasses was missing. The theft, which she prefers to call a kidnapping, took placebetween 9 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. Saturday. That was when she and her 7-year-old Shih Tzu, Max, were asleep. "We put (Grant) up right after Thanksgiving," she said. He sat in a patio chair with a flowered cushion on the seat besidea glass-topped table. McClenahan said she immediately called the Sonora Police Department and filed a report. "Theycame out,and talked to me about him," she said, adding that the Police Departmentconsidered ita petty theR. "And I thought, Well, OK — I guess it's a petty theft.' " McClenahan bought Grant about seven years ago in the San Francisco Bay Area. She said she is grieving his loss. When it was not the holiday season, McClenahan dressed Grant in her husband's clothing. Charles "Jerry" McClenahan, a retired plumbing contractor, died in August 2010 at 88. She said she started using Jerry's clothes to dress Grant because that is what she had on hand. "It's just, he had to have some clothes on, because oth-

erwise he would be naked," she said. McClenahan said she does not have any photos of Grant dressed as Santa, only ones dressed in Jerry's clothes. "It'sjust hard to believe

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DOG Continued from Page A1 'There was a lot of traffic, so she very easily could have been hit by a car," she said. Her friend couldn't keep the dog, so Henderson took the dog home. Henderson, who works in a local doctor' s office, said she's rescued 10 pit bulls over the past 15 years, and she is familiar with the breei. She believes the young female she found is pure pit bull. "Whoever had her before we found her had cut her ears off" Henderson said. "They used fishing line to try to stitch her ears up. They tried to crop her ears very, very short. The cuts and the stitches looked fresh, probably within the past couple weeks." Some people who raise pit bulls like to crop their puppies' ears, believing it improves their looks, or that it renders the dogs less vulnerable if the dogs end up fighting other dogs. It's common practice among some owners of breeds including boxers, Great Danes and

Dobermans. But Henderson believes some-

one went too far in this case. Henderson said she took the pup home and cleaned her ears with antibiotic soap and Neosporin. 'They looked like they were starting to get infected," Henderson said. "I took her to the vet a few days later. Her ears were very swollen. The vet cut the fishing line out and put her on antibiotics." Henderson said she's decided to keep the pup, and she's named her Noelle. "She's a very good little dog," Henderson said. "She's only four or five months old." Noelle weighs about 30 pounds and she' s grayish bluish in color, Henderson said. In the 10 days since Henderson took the young pup into her care, human and dog are getting alonglikegangbusters,and Noelle'sscarsare healing. "She's very shiny, very soft," Henderson said. "She's very sweet, like a little person. She's like a little kid. She loves to cuddle. She loves her little Milk Bone cookies." Henderson said she believes whoever cut the pup's ears off was trying to make

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Allie Henderson found the injured pit bullpup Dec. 5 in Sonora. She has taken the dog in and named her Noelle. the dog look intimidating. "I think they were trying to make her look tough, look mean," Henderson said. "A lot of times with pit bulls they cut their ears off so the other dogs can't bite their ears. A lot of peopledon'tunderstand thereare peoplelike that around. This poor little puppy, to think they didn't care. It's just mean." Henderson said she treats her dogs like family. "My dogs are like my kids," Henderson said. "She sleeps in the bed with me, curls up under the blanket. Wom the second I got her she was very, very sweet." Henderson said she has a big backyard that's fenced. It took a while for Noelle to feel comfortable coming into the house. "She's still scared of the leash," Henderson said. "I can't get her to walk on a leash. I don' t know if something happened, if the previous owner did something with the leash."

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Continued from Page Al "I' ve gota cast-iron kettle.Ican m ake 8to 10 pounds of beans and see what happens," Mut said. "By golly it snowed, rained, snowed again. I was cooking those beans and people came by and said What you cooking?' aWe said 'Come back in a while, they' re free,' " Mut said. Free, they couldn't believe it.... I wasn't planning to sell them or make m oney. Iwa shaving fun." That was the beginning of Mut's Bean Feed, which this year will be held on Friday outside The Union Democrat office in downtown Sonora.

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Pete Gravelle, of Sonora (left), and Ron James, of Jamestown, participate in a past bean feed.

to dothat.Ifitrainswehavetarpstoputout and cover the cook area." Mut said he believes he started doing the Christmas Sing bean feed in 1981, the year after the first one. "Is it all right if we set up again?" he asked Joanne Hedgpeth, co-owner of The Sportsman, a couple weeks ago. "Oh hell yeah," Hedgpeth said. "You don' t have to ask." "One year a guy came down and said, rMut "This party's on me," Mut said. "If I get doyou won't believe it. The clock says it's 20.' nations I get candy bars for the kids. People So for a few years they brought out propane been asking me, 'Is the bean feed on again?' I heaters. It's been a few years since they had say 'You betcha, rain or shine.' "

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A mannequin dressedas Santa Claus was stolen over the weekend from LydiaMcClenahan's Sonora yard. The mannequin, called Grant (above), is typically dressed in the clothing of her husband, Jerry, who died in 2010. that anybody could walk onto and kidnapping one of your your premises and take some- kids." thing," she said. "I haven' t McClenahan appealed to been able to do anything." whoever took Grant to reMcClenahan d e s cribedturn him so she and her famGrant as a family heirloom ily could enjoy the rest of the that would be passed from holiday season. "No questions asked," she generation to generation. "(Grant) has been with me said. for so long, and I could not imagine anyone taking him Contact Tori Thomas at away from me," she said. "It' s tthomas@uni ondemocrat.corn been like losing your own or 588-4526. Follow her on family — somebody coming Zei tter @TortThomasUD.

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People fill Courthouse Square in downtown Sonora during a past Pop Hudson Memorial Christmas Sing. This year's sing will begin at 12:30 p.m. Friday at Coffill Park.

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in 1980, was organized by featureseditor,whohascoortwo Union Democrat report- dinatedthe event for atleast Continued from Page Al ers, Teresa Baggot and Di- 15 years. ane Nelson. The newspaper's The forecast for the 36th time community activist and publisher at the time, Har- Pop H udson M e morial downtown merchant who vey McGee, agreed to spon- Christmas Sing begins with embodied the C hristmas sor it. overnight lows about 36 spirit until his death in 1977. Until this year, the event degrees late Thursday into The idea is to remember was held at C ourthouse Friday morning, then mostly Pop Hudson and his gener- Square. sunny Friday with daytime T he ongoing work a t highs around 55. osity, and to have people in town sing Christmas songs Courthouse Square caused together. the newspaper to change the Contact Guy McCarthy at The first Christmas Sing, venue,said Margie Thomp- gmccarthy@uniondemocrat. staged in downtown Sonora son, The Union Democrat cornor 588-4585.

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Soroptimistcrab feed canceled As a result of the delay in crab season off the West Coast, Soroptimist International of Twain Harte has been forced to cancel its annual All-You-CanEat crab feed slated for Jan. 16. The feed is one of two major fundraisers held each year by the club, the proceeds from which are used to fund college scholarships for local high school students. Anyone wishing to donate can make checks payable to the Soroptimist College Scholarship Fund and mail them to Soroptimist International of Twain Harte, PO. Box 497, Twain Harte, CA 95383. For information about the club and its fundraisers, call Patt Koral at 928-1616.

Center serves soup, salad Tuolumne County Senior Center will offer a soup and salad lunch Wednesdays in December. The menu will feature beef and barley soup on Wednesday, black bean Dec. 26 and turkey vegetable Dec. 30. Items offered at the salad bar may change weekly. Lunch is served from noon to 1 p.m. for a suggested donation of $4.50 for people 60 and older and $6 for all others. The center is at 540 Greenley Road in Sonora.

Food industry pushingfor halt to GMOlabeling WASHINGTON (AP) — Food companies are mounting an aggressive year-end push to head off mandatory labeling of genetically modified foods. The food industry wants the labeling to be voluntary, and it hopes to get a provision in a massive spending bill that Republicans and Democrats want to wrap up this week. If that becomes law, states could not require companies to disclose whether their products contain genetically modified organisms, or GMOs.

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Unloading Mother Lode Food Project green bags to a drop off site in Sonora are (from left) Tom Beck, Kristy Worman, Kathy Styre and Linda Du Temple. ATCAA encourges the donation of nutritious foods like peanut butter and tuna.

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ferent ways. Fifty percent of food donations are distributed to 17 local nonprofit organizations thatarelocated in every area of the county. Each nonprofit is tested for safe food handling, stated ATCAA's website. The other method of receive a green grocery tion. distribution is called the "We ask donors to bag that they fill with direct-services program, non-perishable food or which aims to reach purchase one extra toiletry items. The bags non-perishable food item people in need who may arecollected every two during each shopping trip be difficult to get to. This months by neighborhood to include in their grocery serviceprogram distribbag," Beck said. coordinator s. utes donations to local "People often thank us The idea is to find regucommunity programs. For lar donors rather than forhelping them fi nd a example, food is delivered one-time donations. way to help easily. That is to schools for children The program was exactly what we want to from low-income families startedby retired Sodo," Beck said. and to the Senior Center nora High counselor Ellen Beck and Mundy, both and qualifying homeBeck, of Sonora. She was of whom raised families bound seniors in need. inspired by the Ashland in the community, wanted According to Lee KimFood Project while visiting to find a way to make a ball, director of ATCAA's her sister in Oregon. positive impact. Food Bank, the agency "This is a good place When Beck presented each month serves an the idea to retired Sonora to live and to work, and I average of 1,348 through High teacher Sue Mundy, wanted to give back," Beck direct services, an average of Twain Harte, the two said. 1,113 children receive became co-founders. Beck has said she has food to take home, 904 The food is donated to met many new, generous people get fresh produce, the Amador-Tuolumne people in the community 106 medically frail people Community Action Agen- since starting the project. gethome delivery and, "Itfeelsreally good to cy Food Bank for distributhrough other agencies tion to those in need. feel like we are making a who work with ATCAA, "ATCAA representadifference. There is clearly an average 7,458 people tives have told us that a need,and it'sclearly per month receive some their food amount has m aking an impact,"Beck sortoffood assistance. increased by 50 percent said. A summer lunch sincewe started donatThrough ATCAA, a lot program startedthisyear offood donations go to served 1,578 lunches and ing,e Beck said. Word-of-mouth is what single-parent households provided those same chilhas helped theproject and senior citizens whose dren with 1,161 snacks, Social Security checks no Kimball said. gain such momentum, Beck said. longer meet their finanMore than 1,600 bags There are currently cial needs, the project's of groceries were packed about three dozen neigh- website stated. fordistribution to 561 borhoodcoordinatorsthat Food donated to ATCAA families at Thanksgiving, collect the green grocery is distributed in two difKimball said. "We are very, very, very grateful and can't say enough to this amazing community who takes care of each other. They never drop the ball," Kimball said. ATCAA is in need of more food donations for Christmas distribution. Kimball also asked that donors think about not only Christmas food Linda DuTemple (left) unloads bags of donated food last week with help from Tom Beck and Kathy Styre. See FOOD/Page B6

Mix fat-free sour cream with the lemon juice, horseradish and lemon zest in a microwaveable bowl. Set aside. In a small nonstick skillet sprayed with pan spray, saute the green onion in the buttery spread, butter or margarine. Add to the sour cream mixture and set aside. When ready to serve, cook pasta according to package directions. Warm sour cream sauce (covered with plastic wrap) on 70 percent power in microwave until heated through, about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes. Drain pasta and return to the pan in which it was cooked. Add the sauce and mix well. Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve pasta topped with minced green onion and 1 tablespoon per serving of the chopped almonds. A slice of lemon makes a nice garnish. NOTE: An elegant entree ready in minutes! Perserving:342 calories;7g fat;52g carbohydrates;486mg sodium

Greens and Berries with Balsamic Vinai rette Servings: 8 Preparation time: 20 minute 1/2 recipe Balsamic Onion Dressing (recipe follows) 6 cups lettuce leaves 1 cup frozen strawberries, sliced, thawed+ 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted Prepare dressing and reserve. In a large salad bowl, mix lettuce, onion and thawed strawberries. Reheat dressing and pour over salad. Toss.Add pine nuts and toss again.Dressing may also be served at room temperature if desired. Balsamic Onion Dressing:In a small saucepan over low heat, heat 1/2 cup olive oil, add 1/4 cup diced onion and cook for about 10 minutes or until transparent and lightly golden. Remove onion from oil with slotted spoon. Increase heat to medium-high. Add 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar and tablespoons red wine vinegar; bring to a boil. Boil 1 minute. Very, very carefully add 2 tablespoons brown sugar (it may spatter). Boil an additional 1 minute. Cool and store in refrigerator until ready to use. Reheat and pour over salad. May also be used at room temperature. Makes a great marinade for shell fish or poultry. NOTE: Delicious year round with the use of frozen berries. ' Fresh strawberries may be substituted for frozen. Salad will be slightly less sweet. Per serving:: 54 calories; 2g fat; 8g carbohydrates; 4mg sodium

Garlic Rosemar Biscuits Servings: 6 Preparation time: 20 minutes 1 1/2 cups reduced-fat baking mix (like Bisquick) or regular 1/4 cup dry white wine or dry vermouth 3 tablespoons 2 percent milk or whole milk 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed 1 clove garlic, crushed, or 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Pan spray Preheat oven to 450 (425 convection). Spray a 6-cup muffin tin with pan spray and set aside. Mix ingredients together until just barely blended. Spoon equally into prepared muffin tin. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes (7 to 10 convection) or until golden brown. Serve warm.Can be made ahead and reheated.Thesefreezewell. Etr serving:125 calories;2g fat; 3g protein; 22g carbohydrates;

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MOUNTAIN SPRINGS GOLF COURSE - P/T nn n n n n sn n n Cart/Range positionmust be able to work LIFT MAINTENANCE a.m. & eves., weekdays MECHANIC - Ideal and some weekends. candidate has prior Req's. valid D.L. & must mech. and low voltage be 18 yrs. of age. P/U controls exp. Perform job application in the routine maint/repair, Golf Shop at 17566 inspections & troubleLime Kiln Rd., Sonora. shooting. Must be interRN -RELIEF POSITION ested in career w/desire to learn. F/T, Starts Supportive team @ $15/hr. DOE Details/ seeking RN with excellent nursing and patient relations skills to HR©Dod eRid e.corn provide relief part-time (209) 536-5386 EOE coverage in accredited eye surgery center. Exp LITTLE CAESARS in OR & Recovery prePIZZA will hold open ferred. No weekends; interviews Sat. the 19th no on-call. Fax resume from 9am-11am. 13778 to 209-532-1687 or Mono Way Sonora. email to DesireeTOSonoraE eSur e .corn LOCAL PROPANE GAS SALES ASSOCIATE COMPANY seeking full F/T, for local retail store time SERVICE TECH to be responsible for all with experience in sales activities; inside & plumbing and technical outside customer serrepairs including trouble vice. Must have clean shooting systems. DMV. Send Resume to Position req's being on U.D. Box¹90391643 c/o call for a week's duraThe Union Democrat tion at a time. Qualified 84 S. Washington St. candidates may drop or Sonora, CA 95370 mail resumes to: 564 W. Stockton St. Sonora Ca. Now you can include 95370 -or- fax same to a picture to your ad! (209) 532-4837 Call 588-4515

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JOB FAIR SKYLINE PLACE SENIOR LIVING! Friday, Dec. 18, 2015, from 10:00am -12:00pm. Interested in a job at Skyline Place Senior Living or at Oak Terrace Memory Care? Come to our Job Fair at 12877 Sylva Lane prepared to complete an application and you will be interviewed on the spot. All candidates must pass apre-employment background check and drug screen. EOE. Lic. ¹557005530 Lic. ¹557005532

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PARKING & BASE AREA ATTENDANT Performs necessary tasks to provide quality arrival, parking & base area exp for guests. Incls snow removal & janitorial work. Outgoing and welcoming personality req. P/T w/addi hrs during holidays. 18 yo+ Starts O$10/hr. DOE SNOWSPORTS INSTRUCTORSBecomepart of an awesome team & share your enthusiasm for the sport you love! Teach skiing/ riding to children & adults. Intermed. skiing/ riding skills req. Learn teachings skills through series of training clinics. FT/PT, 16 yo. Starts@$11/hr. DOE RETAIL ASSOCIATE & TECH /DEMO SHOP Sales Assoc. assists guests w/selection & sale of ski/ride specific gear. Techs req mech. & intermediate skiing/riding skill. Must be service oriented, have ability & desire to learn product details and have sport related knowledge. FT/PT, 18 yo, Starts © $10.25/hr. DOE.

GUEST SERVICES ASSOCIATEAssistsguests in friendly & prof. manner answering questions, providing resort info & selecting skier/rider services to incl. tickets, lessons & rentals. Great job for individual that enjoys spending rec time skiing/riding. P/T w/ additional hrs during holidays. 16 yrs old. Starts O$10.25/hr. DOE. LINE COOKResponsiblefor food prep 8 cooking on main line & BBQ. Req proven exp that demonstrates strong cooking & plating skills. Enjoys working directly w/ guests & being part of a team. Safe food handling & prof. appearance req'd. FT/ PT,16 yo. Starting O $10.25/hr. DOE.

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SERENITY FITNESS & WELLNESS SPA seeks • Stylist • Manicurist & • Certified Personal Trainer. Send resume or call (209) 533-5326 info sereni sonora.corn serenit sonora.corn

WATCH RESOURCES Share your knowledge of: fiber arts, cooking, fitness/wellness, ceramics, computers, or janitorial skills w/adults w/intellectual disabilities We train for F/T & P/T positions. You will make a difference in a person's life. Details at www.watchresources.or OR-(209) 533-0510x1 05

SONORA Sr CALAVERAS EMPLOYMENT AGENCY Call (209) 532-1176

sonoraemployment.corn SUMMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL is accepting apps: Library Media Center Technician. Salary Range: $19.27$22.56/hr., 7 hrs./day, 190 days/year, prorated benefits. EDJOIN Posting Only. FFD: Dec. 17, 2015, 3:00 p.m. NO PHONE CALLS Please! SUMMERVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT is accepting apps. for a P/T, 7hrs/day Bus Driver / Maintenance Worker O$13.35-$22.32 /hr. Open until filled. For info call Steve Artzer © 928-4291 ext. 1230 SURGICAL INSTRUMENT TECH Surgical Instrument Tech with excellent attention to detail and infection control to join our supportive team. Accredited eye surgery center with a superb reputation. F/T position w/ benefits. No weekends; no on-call. Please Fax resume to: (209) 532-1687 or email to: DesireeTOSonora ~Eesur e .corn TEMPORARY CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

THE UNION DEMOCRAT has an immediate opening for an entry level Customer Service Rep in our Circulation Department. Successful applicant will have basic computer skills with excellent telephone and customer service skills. Must possess a positive attitude, strong work ethic and effective problem solving. Punctuality, good attendance and a professional attitude are mandatory. Full time temp position with benefits. Preemployment drug screen is required. Please fill out an application and submit w/resume at 84 S. Washington St., Sonora, CA 95370. Attn: Sharon Sharp. No phone calls, please!

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THERAPY AIDEOT Outpatient Clinic Patient care w/admin duties. Medical exp preferred. Fax resume to 209-533-1611. UD BOX REPLIES for accurate delivery, proper addressing is as follows: UD BOX¹ c/o The Union Democrat 84 S. Washington St. Sonora, CA 95370

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WORLDMARK BY WYNDHAM is currently seeking motivated professionals to join our sales team. If you bring high energy, strong comm. skills, and a willingness to train, we can show you how to excel in this position. Average annual income of $60k-$80k+. F/T position w/benefits, background check req'd. Please send resume to Amanda.Santio n.corn

W/WWTREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR OIT/I for CCWD$3687-$4940/month. Driver's Lic. required; W/WW Treatment Operator Cert highly desirable. More info & application avail online at w o.ccwd.or w Contact Stacey at 209.754.3015 with any questions. Applications due by Dec. 18th at 4:00 p.m. 315 Looking For Employment A NOTICE California State Law requires licensed contractors to have their license number in all advertisements. YARD CARE & MASONRY Walkways, patios, retain-

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410 Lien Sales NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Mr. Storall Self Storage located at 20828 Longeway Rd, Sonora, CA 95370 intends to hold an auction of the goods stored in selfservice storage units by the following persons: Kelli Hudson, Jerry & Arlene Vaughn, Sarah Geisdorff, Rosie Martin, Nathan Carney,Delores Natalia, Chelsie Milner, Kevin Gibbs, Joe Fletcher, Gregg Ogan, Taylor Braia, Krystina Martinez. The sale will occur at the storage facility: Mr. Storall Self Storage on 12/1 7/1 5 at 10:30am. The description of the contents are household goods and furnishings, yard tools, toolbox, yard furniture, all property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale or units may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. CASH ONLY. See Mgr. for details.

MERCHANDISE CATEGORY 501-640 GENERAL MERCHANDISE 501 - Lost 502 - Found 515 - HomeFurnishings 520 - HomeAppliances 525 - HomeElectronics 530 - Sports/Recreation 535 - Musical Instruments 540 - Crafts 545 - Food Products

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SEASONED OAK $300/ CORD. Half cords also avail. PINE- $170/cord. (209) 588-0857

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CRAFTSMAN LT2000 42" MOWER HD Deck, 17 hp Pro Kohler motor Gd cond. $350. Columbia Cemetery 532-3396

ECHO CHAINSAW 16 in. Used. Works great. Asking $75.00 Call 532-1064 SEARS AIR COMPRESSOR 2 HP 550 Antiques/Collectibles I Good condition with air tools. $50. 768-1972 ANTIQUE ROCKING 580 CHAIRS - Good cond. Miscellaneous His & Hers. $175 ea. or $250 both. 532-1064 ARMOIRE -WOOD-4TV MLCS Thrift Store Too 555 14705 Mono Way, MonFirewood/Heating Sat. 10-5pm 536-9385 ALMOND • DRY • 90%

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Family owned and operated, we are part of the community and are here to help with all your cleaning needs. Moving in to a new rental? Just list your home for sale and need to spruce it up? Maybe, you' ve been injured and just can't clean the bathroom the way you once did. Let us help you prepare your home for all those holiday guests coming soon! Does your business need a janitor service? Is there just not enough time in the day to do all that needs being done? Let Kathy, Katrina and the crew make your life easier. Our free in-home estimates allow us to understand your specific needs and to tailor our services to meet those needs. Whether it's a one-time cleaning or a monthly, bi-weekly or weekly service, Kathy's Cleaning Service is here to help. Call today for afree quote.

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Decks Concrete Windows Jim Brosnan Const. 694-8508 Lic.¹8493742

U-CALL - WE HAUL! Pine needles, brush, cleanup, chainsaw work (209) 586-9247

TRADITIONAL TILE A Family tradition since 1923. Granite/Tile/ Marble. Lic. ¹421264 Free est. Call 754-9003

Construction

Flooring

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AA Brush Burning, Hauling, Weedeating, Pine Needles [no lic.]

CHRIS MACDONALD PAINTING Resident or Commercial Interior or Exterior Lic. ¹735177 770-0278

HIGH SIERRA HARDWOODS Refinish/ Prefinish/ Showroom. 588-2779 14741 Mono. ¹887275

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SONORA CONSTRUCTION Water damage repairs

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Handyman HANDYMAN Small jobs O.K. No lic., 768-6315

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NOTICE TO READERS: California law requires that contractors taking THUMBS UP Would love to come & jobs that total $500 or help you w/your yard. more (labor and/or materials) be licensed by We offer basic yard care & more! City Lic., the Contractors State License Board. State bonded, insured.[no lic] law also requires that Free est. 536-1660 contractors include their SAL'S FIREWOOD license numbers on all ~ALMOND - DRY• advertising. Check your 16", $280/cord. contractor's status at Free Delivery! 358-3697 www.cslb.ca.gov or 800-321-CSLB If It's Not Here (2752).Unlicensed persons taking~obs that It May Not Exist! total less than 500 The Union Democrat must state in their advertisements that C/assi fed Section. they are not licensed by the Contractors State 588-4515 License Board.

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HONDA '01 ACCORD Silver, 211k mi, 5spd, orig. owner, exc. cond. Power windows/ locks, newer tires, 28-34 mpg. All new timing belt, H20 pump, rotors & brakes. $3,900. obo 532-7038 MERCEDES'87 Clean, loaded! Forced to sale. Make offer. 209-962-0333 705 4-Wheel Drive

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CORVETTE '04 6-SPD Convertible, Like New! CHOCOLAT LAB PUPS Rare color. Must see!! 2 males, 9wks, shots, $19,000. (209)785-3638 AKC, Champions. Sacrifice-$500ea. 928-3413 FORD '92 MUSTANG Rebuilt tranny, does not run - needs TLC. Ask 615 $1000. obo 822-0839 Livestock

RAIN BARRELS 55 gallon, $15 or 3/$40. Free delivery. Call 209-454-9228

AGH HOGS FOR SALE A Heritage Breed Hog. 2 Litters. $125 ea. Parents on site. 768-9950

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DODGE '07 DAKOTA SLT, 115k mi, showroom quality, clean title. $10,800 obo. 852-9912 GMC '04 YUKON DENALI - Sun Roof, leather, 8 seats, DVD, with towing pkg. $7,000 obo. Ph. (209)768-3655

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Antiques/Classics FORD '55

Generator, on wheels, 20/30 amp. Honda easy

CHEVROLET '96 S10 2.2, runs, as is. Needs clutch work. $2200 or best offer. 586-9648

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SELLING YOUR CAR, TRUCK, RV OR BOAZ? TRY OUR NEW AUTO PACKAGE!!

CUSTOM LINE SHOW CAR: built on the TV show Fast & Loud, "Gas Monkey Garage" for Mark Cuban. 302 eng. 5spd manual, runs great! Must See! $28,500. 890-3291

V6, auto, AC, sun roof, new tranny & newer tires. 184k mi - good cond. $4,450. OBO. (209) 454-9921 710

FORD '95 3/4 TON Dump Bed, LANDSCAPERS TRUCK. $6,500. firm -ANDINTERNATIONAL'73 LoadMaster BOOM TRUCK, gas engine. Good cond. $5,500. Call 533-4716

730 Misc. Auto

SNOW TIRES AND SPIDERS- barely used. Fits '12 Outback tires225/55/R17. Cost $1125 Ask $400. 352-2198 orbi hill irlome.corn Sell your Car, Truck, RV or boat for $1.00 per day! 4-lines/20 days. If it doesn't sell, call us and we will run your ad for another 20 days at no charge.

735 Autos Wanted

BUYING JUNK, Unwanted or wrecked

cars, Cash paid! Free PETER BUILT-'89

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'12 SPORT 19FT Merc 4.3 Ltr V6 Max HP 220-Immaculate! Only 31 hrs! Incl's Bimini cvr, built-in ice chest, ski locker, sound sys, new in 2013. $25,000. Call or text 770-2387

'78 Aluminum-19 FT. 150 HP Merc with 7.5 HP Trolling Motor Lots of Extras! Good Condition. $2,450.00 Call Jim, (209) 559-5446

enclosed. Locking cabinets, winch, pwr converter, kill switch, elec landing gear, & new tires Used only 8X! Always garaged. 15,000 obo (209) 533-2035

This Newspaper JAYCO '02 EAGLE 5th Wheel, 31 ft. 2-slideouts. Central Heat 8 Air. Sleeps 4, Queen bed, Irg. tub &

P/U Mike 209-602-4997

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MONTANA '13 BIG SKY 3402 RL

4 slides, 6 pt. auto leveling, 4-season rating, dual a/c, double refrigerator, low mileage & great condition! $58,000. (209) 694-3982

RELIANCE BOXES Gravel Truck 425 Cat / Retarder 13-Speed, Good Condition. $20,000. OBO (209) 532-1126

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YAMAHA '01 VSTAR 1100 Excellent Bike. Very well taken care of. Very Cleanalways garaged. Removable windshield. Runs like new!! $3,850. OBO Call (209) 768-3413 805 RVs/Travel Trailers

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Dual A/C's, Onan Generator, All oak interior, exc condition. Tow Pkg. 8 brake buddy inch. $25,000 (209) 533-2731

• CAMPER • LONG BED '88 Western 11 ft. A/C, generator, full kitchen, full bath/shower. Good Condition. $2,850.00 Call Jim, (209) 559-5446

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GULFSTREAM '08 CANYON TRAIL 26 ft. 5th wheel w/super-slide. Rear kitchen w/lots of counters/cabinets. Bench style dinette. Sleeps 6. Many extras. Like new. $18,500. 928-1532

Need a helping hand? Check out the Call an Expert section in the Classifieds 815

Camper Shells CAMPER SHELL Fits F-150 Pick-Up. Fiberglass, exc cond. $100.00 Call 559-1639 Oh No! FluffyOr Rover Missing? Be sure to check The Lost section in our classifieds. 588-4515 820 Utility Trailers AMERICAN '99 HORSE TRAILER

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Johnson, elec dnriggers $8,500 OBO 928-1237

BAYLINER '88

SEA RAY '83 26 FT.

3- Horse slant trailer. 16 foot. Includes separate tack and storage area. Excellent condition. Asking $6,500. For more information please call 209-559-3428

Write a best seller... 20 Ft. 350 Chevy; New Interior, Rebuilt Outdrive, New tire/rims. Excellent Condition! Extras! $3950.00 VERY FAST... ! (209) 559-5446 PUBLIC NOTICE

SUZUKI '07 BURGMAN Like new 400CC scooter. New battery, tires & drive belt. 35,000 miles. Asking $2,200 obo Call: 209-694-3161

LAGUNA '80 REFURBISHED 24' SAILBOAT w/Galley, 3 sails, new carpet, table, toilet, 4 life jackets, generator and 3 coats bottom paint. Trailer: sandblasted & painted; new bearings, wench, lights/wiring. $2,950 obo 962-0445

LOWE PONTOON Boat 20' 50hp 4-stroke

ONLY $42.50

Runs until it sells (up to 1 year). Includes a photo or attention getter. (your ad will appear in the paper, online

Can Move A House. The Union Democrat Classified Section 588-4515

shower. Microwave, 3-way fridge/freezer. Good condition! $11,500 obo (209) 770-5287

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RECREATIONAL 801 - Motorcycles 805 - RV's/Travel Trailers 810 - Boats 815 - Camper Shells 820 - Utility Trailers 825 -Leasing/Rentals 830 - Heavy Equipment 835 - Parts/Accessories 840 - Airplanes

805 RVs/Travel Trailers

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APN: 065-030-01-00 TS No: CA05000614-15-1 TO No: 5821251 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE INDEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED July14,2012. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, ITMAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January8, 2016 at 09:00 AM, Front Entrance, Tuolumne County Administration Center, 2 S. Green St., Sonora, CA 95370, MTC Financial inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on July 25, 2012 as Instrument No. 2012009707 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Tuolumne County, California, executed by RICHARD J. BUTOW, as Trustor(s), in favor of JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 13100 HOG MOUNTAIN RD, JAMESTOWN, CA 95327 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, posses-

sion, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee's Sale is estimated to be $205,886.07 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary's bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee's Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Auction.corn at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee's Sale or visit the Internet Web site address www.Auction.corn for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA05000614-15-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: November 19, 2015 MTC Financial inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA05000614-15-1 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288Miguel Ochoa, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction.corn FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.corn at 800.280.2832 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ORDER NO. CA15-004198-1,

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ABANDONMENT OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME TUOLUMNE COUNTY CLERK 2 SOUTH GREEN STREET SONORA, CA 95370 (209) 533-5573 FILE NO. 2015000409 FILED: 11/1 9/2015 01:OOP STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S)HAS/HAVE ABANDONED THE USE OF THE FOLLOWING FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME(S): BRADFORD PLACE INN AND GARDENS 56 W. Bradford Street Sonora, CA 95370 Name of Registrant (person, corporation or LLC Name): Shahar, Eliyahu 56 West Bradford Street Sonora, CA 95370 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on 07/01/2011 in the County of Tuolumne. Original File ¹ 2011000352 This business is conducted by: an individual. s/ Eliyahu Shahar ELIYAHU SHAHAR CERTIFICATION; I hereby certify that the foregoing is a correct copy of the original on file in my office. Deborah Russell, County Clerk & Auditor-Controller BY; Theresa K. Badgett, DEPUTY Publications Dates: November 24 & December 1, 8, 15, 2015 The Union Democrat, Sonora, CA 95370

pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) Raymond M. Suess Jr., INC. s/ J. Adam Suess President NOTICE: This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new FBN statement must be filed no more than 40 days from expiration. This filing does not of itself authorize the use of this name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law. (B & P Code 14411 et seq.) CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the foregoing is a correct copy of the original on file in my office. DEBORAH BAUTISTA, County Clerk & Auditor-Controller, By: Theresa K. Badgett, Deputy Publication Dates: December 15, 22, 29, 2015 & January 5, 2016 The Union Democrat, Sonora, CA 95370 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT TUOLUMNE COUNTY CLERK 2 S. GREEN ST. SONORA, CA 95370 (209) 533-5573 FILE NO. 2015000411 Date: 11/1 9/2015 01:30P DEBORAH BAUTISTA, CLERK & AUDITORCONTROLLER

The following Person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name (s): FICTITIOUS A) H.E.L.P. BUSINESS NAME B) HERS ENERGY STATEMENT LICENSED TUOLUMNE COUNTY PROFESSIONALS CLERK Street address of 2 S. GREEN ST. principal place of SONORA, CA 95370 business: (209) 533-5573 17128 Valley Oak Drive FILE NO. 2015000424 Sonora, CA 95370 Date: 12/7/2015 01:32P Name of Registrant: DEBORAH BAUTISTA, A) Woodbury, Glenn CLERK & AUDITOR17128 Valley Oak Drive CONTROLLER Sonora, CA 95370 The following Person(s) B) Woodbury, Cynthia is (are) doing business 17128 Valley Oak Drive as: Fictitious Business Sonora, CA 95370 Name (s): The registrant A) RAY SUESS commenced to transact INSURANCE & business under the INVESTMENTS fictitious business name B) SUESS INSURANCE or names listed above SERVICES on: not applicable Street address of This Business is principal place of conducted by: business: a married couple. 144 North Washington I declare that all Street information in this Sonora, CA 95370 statement is true and Name of Registrant: correct. (A registrant Raymond M. Suess Jr. who declares as true Inc. any material matter Residence Address: pursuant to Section 144 North Washington 17913 of the Business Street and Professions Code Sonora, CA 95370 that the registrant Articles of Incorporation knows to be false is ¹ A0730711 CA guilty of a misdemeanor The registrant punishable by a fine not commenced to transact to exceed one thousand business under the dollars ($1,000).) fictitious business name s/ Glenn A. Woodbury or names listed above s/ Cynthia L. Woodbury on: 01/01/2015 NOTICE: This This Business is statement expires five conducted by: years from the date it a corporation. was filed in the office of I declare that all the County Clerk. A new information in this FBN statement must be statement is true and filed no more than 40 correct. (A registrant days from expiration. who declares as true This filing does not of any material matter itself authorize the use of this name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law. (B & P Code 14411 et seq.) CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the foregoing is a correct copy of the original on file in my office. DEBORAH BAUTISTA, County Clerk & Auditor-Controller, By: Theresa K. Badgett, Deputy Publication Dates: November 24 8 December 1,8,15, 2015 The Union Democrat, Sonora, CA 95370 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

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dollars. ($1,000) s/ Larry J. Bertuccelli NOTICE: This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new FBN statement must be filed no more than 40 days from expiration. This filing does not of itself authorize the use of this name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law. (B & P Code 14411 et seq.) CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the foregoing is a correct copy of the original on file in my office. DEBORAH BAUTISTA, County Clerk & Auditor-Controller, By: Karen Gray, Deputy Publication Dates: December 15, 22, 29, 2015 & January 5, 2016 The Union Democrat, Sonora, CA 95370

DEBORAH BAUTISTA, CLERK & AUDITORCONTROLLER The following Person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name (s): BRADFORD PLACE INN AND GARDENS Street address of principal place of business: 56 West Bradford Street Sonora, CA 95370 Name of Registrant: A) Pedrick, Jeffrey 56 West Bradford Street Sonora, CA 95370 B) Pedrick, Gail 56 West Bradford Street Sonora, CA 95370 The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: not applicable This Business is conducted by: a married couple. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not

to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).) s/ Jeffrey Pedrick s/ Gail Pedrick NOTICE: This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new FBN statement must be filed no more than 40 days from expiration. This filing does not of itself authorize the use of this name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state or common law. (B & P Code 14411 et seq.) CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the foregoing is a correct copy of the original on file in my office. DEBORAH BAUTISTA, County Clerk & Auditor-Controller, By: Theresa K. Badgett, Deputy November 24, & December 1, 8, 15,

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Trustee Sale No.: 00000005053160 Title Order No.: 150032223 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/02/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, ITMAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP,as dulyappointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 12/09/2005 as Instrument No. 2005026180 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of TUOLUMNE County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: WILLIAM CRAIG WALKER, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 01/11/2016 TIME OF SALE: 3:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AT THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE COMPLEX, 2 SOUTH GREEN STREET, SONORA, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 11850 APPEY WAY, SONORA, CALIFORNIA 95370 APN¹: 059-420-03-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $335,095.19. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The saledate shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwide ostin .corn for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005053160. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduledsale.FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLEINSURANCE COMPANY 1180 IRON POINT ROAD, SUITE 100 FOLSOM, CA 95630 916-939-0772 www.nationwide ostin .corn BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLPIS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER 8 WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 12/02/2015 NPP0265781 Publication Dates: December 15, 22, 29, 2015 The Union Democrat, Sonora, CA 95370

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The draft Land Conservation and Conveyance Plan (LCCP) for lands recommended for donation to the United States Forest Service at the North Fork Mokelumne River Planning Unit in Amador and Calaveras Counties is being made available for public review and comment from December 15, 2015 to January 20, 2016. Comments must be submitted in writing and postmarked or e-mailed no later than 5:00 pm on January 20, 2016: Attn: North Fork Mokelumne River (USFS Donated) LCCP Comments 155 Bovet Road, Suite405 San Mateo, CA 94402 Email: comments52©stewardshi council. or The draft LCCP can be viewed online at www.stewardshi council. or (under 'What' s Newl"). Alternatively, to receive a copy of the draft LCCP by mail, please contact Lauren Faccinto at (650) 327-9047 or at Ifaccinto O stewardshi council. or For more information about the Stewardship Council and Land Conservation Program, please visit: Ic .stewardshi council. or Publication Date: December 15, 2015 The Union Democrat, Sonora, CA 95370 PUBLIC NOTICE

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Trustee Sale No.: 00000005358510 Title Order No.: TSG1506-CA-2637130 FHANA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/22/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IFYOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP,as

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TTD No.: 151081167424-2 Control No.: XXXXXX9561 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTORS ONLY YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07-17-2008 UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, ITMAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 01-12-2016 at 3:30 P.M..TITLE TRUST DEED SERVICE COM-

PANY, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 07-24-2008, as Instrument No. 2008010078, in book ///, page///, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of TUOLUMNE County, State of CALIFORNIA, executed by DAVID PORT, JR., ASINGLE MAN AND LEISA PORT, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY ALL AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL ATPUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time

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of sale in lawful money of the United States) at AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, ATTHE COUNTY COURTHOUSE COMPLEX, 2 SOUTH GREEN STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, and State described as: APN No.: 035-420-42-00 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 415 ARBONA CIRCLE NORTH SONORA CA 95370 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale of property will be made in "as is" condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $296,843.25 The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the properly' itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 866-539-4173 or 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee's sale, or visit this Internet Web site www.hudsonandmarshall.corn or www.service~linkasa .Com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 151081167424-2. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale, Date: 12-10-2015 TITLE TRUST DEED SERVICE COMPANY, As Trustee BRIDGET REGAN, Trustee Sale Officer TITLE TRUST DEED SERVICE COMPANY 26540 Agoura Road Suite 102 Calabasas CA 91302 Sale Line: 866-539-4173 or Login to: www.hudsonandmarshall.corn or Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.ser~vicelinkasa .corn It the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.. We are assisting the Beneficiary to collect a debt and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose whether received orally or in writing. A-4553988

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ECUTED BY: MICHAEL F. GUNDRAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment autho-

rized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 01/04/2016 TIME OF SALE:3:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AT THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE COMPLEX, 2SOUTH GREEN STREET, SONORA, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 87 SNELL STREET, SONORA, CALIFORNIA 95370 APN¹: 001-080-03-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $225,469.61. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The saledate shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwide ostin .corn for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assignedto this case 00000005358510. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 1180 IRON POINT ROAD, SUITE 100FOLSOM, CA 95630 916-939-0772 www.nationwide ostin .corn BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP ISACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TRE-

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Buon Natale! Spaghetti with mussels a classic Mussels are an inexpensive shellfish that are too often overlooked in the seafood case. But when properly cooked, they are delicious and make a dramatic (and very Christmas-y) presentation, with flecks of green and red, as they do in this dish. Spaghetti con le Cozze has been featured in my annual Feast of Seven Fishes at home on snowy Lake Michigan for years uncountable. To me, this dish is like prancing into a soulful jazz rendition of a Christmas classic while the light of the fireplace twinkles in the background. It's simple, it's Italy, it's holiday nostalgia, it's all things I love about this season tied into one recipe with a beautiful bow of Italian parsley. The traditional custom of my family's own Feast of Seven Fishes began with my grandmother, with the smell of baccala cooking in the kitchen. While I cannot recall every dish she

ever made, I will for- the freshest possible version of this e ver remember h er delicious bivalve. If you don't have any beautiful spread ofan- pasta in your pantry for this meal, you tipasti and my love for can grill, pan-sear or slice mussels up her mussels with hot raw for seafood blissthisChristmas. and black pepper she called cozze impepata. Today I honor the traditions instilled by my grandmother at our restaurants in New York City. Otto Pizzeriae Enoteca serves seven different antipasti dishes throughout the month of December while Del Posto and Esca curate all-fish Christmas Eve tasting menus. Babbo, our fiagship restaurant Serves 4 tucked away in Greenwich Village, serves up our Feast of the 7 Fishes" 1/2 cup extra-virgin menu every Christmas Eve.Lupa olive oil does about the same, in its own very 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced Roman way. The mussels at Eataly, our Italian 1 cup dry white wine

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Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon hot red pepper flakes Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot, and add 2 tablespoons salt. ln a 12-inch saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until light golden brown, about a minute. Add the wine, raise the heat, and bring to a boil, then add the mussels. Cook, stirring and tossing, until they have opened, about4 m inutes. Meanwhile, drop the pasta into the boiling water and cook until al dente; drain well. Add the pasta to the pan with the mussels and cook over high heat for 1 minute. Add the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and serve immediately.

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DEAR ANNIE: A group of us have We graduated from high school together, but while the rest of us went to col lege,started careers and settled down with families, "Ray" was smoking pot, partying and working paycheck to paycheck in an entry-level job. He was so wrapped up in "doing his own thing" that it never occurred to him to have a relationship. Now we are nearing retirement age. The rest ofus are abletotake tim e to travel, pursue our interests and spend

time with our families. Ray is still living hand to mouth. And every time we gettogether orsee hisFacebook page, he is griping about how hard his life is and how much he envies us. We'd like to point him toward services that might be able to help him a little bit and show him how to make a realistic budget. The services have to be f'ree, though, because Ray won' t take "charity" from the rest of us, and if he has to pay for anything, he won't be

local credit counseling through the Federal Trade Commission at consumer.ftc.gov. (Search "choosing a credit counselor.") DEAR ANNIE: I am responding to the letter from "W.," whose neighbor able to afford it. There's no guarantee constantly complains about the noise he'dtake advantage ofeven a freere- from her townhouse, even though ferral, but we are tired of hearing him she's not doing anything particularly carrying on about the life that, afier noisy. all, he chose for himself. Do you know The neighbors living in the condo ofany freeresourcesthatcouldrescue below me used to phone and yell at someone who's always been clueless me for practically any noise. They about money? —RAYS FRIENDS complained about the way I walked DEAR FRIENDS: It's romantic in my home even though I went to "live for the moment," but that barefootmost ofthetime to assuage doesn't mean you cannot also plan them. Theywent to bed at8:30 p.m. for yourfuture.You undoubtedly and expected me to shut down then, know that, even with outside as- as well. sistance, Ray might not change They spoke to an attorney who told his ways. It would require an en- them I wasn't breaking any noise ortirely new mindset, and that takes dinances, but they still called inceseffort that he seems unwilling to santly to complain and were somemake. You can look into Debtors timesverbally abusive. So I spoke to Anonymous at d e btorsanony- my own lawyer. He suggested that I mous.org, or get information on ignore them, but I told him I was be-

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ing harassed, bullied and verbally abused and that I was not going to put up with it. If they were that sensitive, then they should have not moved into a condo with neighbors living above them. The lawyer and I resolved it by presenting them with his business card and informing them that any futurecomplaintswere tobe directed to him. If they complained directly to me, it would lead to a lawsuit for harassment. — N.C. DEAR N.C.: Threatening to sue someone is always an option in this country, although we think it should bea lastresort.Too many people think it is the first step. Annie's Mailbox is written by Kathy

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Blood pressure system in the liver is Implicated DEAR DR. ROACK My cousin has a significant degree of liver cirrhosis from a metastatic carcinoid. The carcinoid hasn' t grown in a couple of years, but the cirrhosis continues to progress.This is from micro carcinoid tumors plugging up the flow of blood on thecapillary level. He has now developed ascites. He was recently started on furosemideand spironolactone, and has a paracentesis (6-8 liters' worth) about twice amonth. He saw aradiologist about a Denver shunt versus aTIPS procedure. Apparently, the Denver shunt would improve the ascites in relatively short order, but it wouldn't affect the progression of the underlying liver failure. The TIPS procedure, on the other hand, has the potential to stop the liver failure in time by taking care of the portal hypertension. That said, it comeswith significant risk. It could, within 90 days, lead to irreversible terms liver failure. Ks "MELD" score is 20. Can you help us makesenseofthis? —A. ANSWElt This is quite complicated, but Fji do my best. A 'TIPS" is a "transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt," which needs to be taken piece by piece.'Transjugular" means

Continued from Page Bl items, but h e althy f ood items in general, like a can of tuna or jar of peanut butter. "Hunger isn't a Christmas event. It's year round. These numbers are a demonstration

of the need," Kimball said. Both organizations also accept monetary donations to

help payfor perishable food items. Donations can be made payable to ATCAA Food Bank and sent to ATCAA at 427 N. Highway 49, Suite 301, Sonora, CA 95370. Monetary donations can be made to the Mother Lode Food Project at the same address with "Mother Lode Food Project" in the note line on the check. To sign up to be a donor for the Mother Lode Food Project, go online to motherlodefoodproject. org or call Beck at 532-8609 or Mundy at 586-3642.

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Good Health Keith Roach, M.D. that the procedure on the liver is done through the jugular vein in the neck, not throughopen abdominal surgery — that's a major advantage. A shunt is an artificial connection between two anatomic struc-

tures, in this case the hepatic vein and the portal vein inside the liver ("intra-" denotes ' within"; "hepatic" is "of the liver" ). The liver has two circulations. One is the usual systemic circulation, through the hepatic artery. This is high-pressure (it is nearsystemicblood pressure,rangingfrom about 120 mmHg atpeak to 80mmHg minimum), and it supplies the oxygen that the liver needs. The liver also gets blood from the portal vein, which comes from the intestines. The liver removes toxins from this blood. The portal vein normally has a pres-

sure of only 5-10mmHg. Blood from both of thesevessels will end up in the hepatic vein, which goesback to therightsideofthehearttobereoxygenated in the lungs. Manyliverdiseasesleadtohighpressure in the portal system — portal hypertension. In your cousin's case, the cancer cells have blocked many of the small blood vessels inside the liver, raising portal vein pressure. This high pressure can make fluid "back up," and can causeascites, a clear fluid inside the abdominal cavity. Paracentesis is just the removal of this ascites fluid via a needle through the abdominal wall. Six to eight liters at a time is an enormous amountoffl uid. A TIPS is used to reducepressure in the portal vein by allowing the blood topassdirectly from the portal vein into the hepatic vein. This often lowers the portal pressure so much that ascites no longer develops. However, it does not aIFect the underlying problem (i.e., the cancercells remain in the liver). Denver shunts are surgically placed direct connections from portal vein to hepatic vein. They do the same thing as a TIPS

I RSSCSP E Birthday for December 15. Expand your territory, with Saturn in your sign this year. Renew your domestic space this spring for a social year, especially after Jupiter enters Libra (on 9i9}. Creative collaborations thrive. New professional doors open after next autumn, provoking domestic alterations. Take action for what you love.

procedure. Theyareseldom performedanymore due to high complication rates, but one indication for having it done is persistent ascites in someone who is unable to have a TIPS. A TIPS normally is not done for someone with a MELD score (a measure

of liver disease)above18. While a radiologist usually performs a TIPS, the decision of whether to use it should be made with the input of a gastroenterol ogist. READERS;The booklet on constipation explains thiscommon disorderauditstreatments. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Roach Book No. 504, 628 Virginia Dr., Orlando, FL 32803. Enclose acheck or money order (nocash) for $4.75U.SJS5Can. with the recipient's printed name and address. Pleaseallow fourweeksfordelivery. Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to

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Today in history Today is Tuesday, Dec. 15, the 349th day of 2015. There are 16 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History:OnDec. 15, 1965, two U.S. manned spacecraft, Gemini 6A and Gemini 7, maneuvered to within 10 feet of each other while in orbit. On this date: In 1791, the Bill of Rights went into effect following ratification by Virginia. In 1864, the two-day Battle of Nashville began during the Civil War as Union forces commanded by Maj. Gen. George H. Thomas attacked Confederate troops led by Gen. John BellHood; the result was a resounding Northern victory. In 1890, Sioux Indian Chief Sitting Bull and 11 other tribe members were killed in Grand River, South Dakota, during a confrontation with Indian police. In 1938, groundbreaking for the Jefferson Memorial took place in Washington, D.C., with President Franklin D. Roosevelt taking part in the ceremony. In 1944, a single-engine plane carrying bandleader Glenn Miller, a major in the U.S. Army Air Forces, disappeared over the English Channel while en route to Paris. In 1964, Canada's House of Commons approved dropping the country's "Red Ensign" flag in favor of a new design, the "Maple Leaf" flag. In 1989, a popular uprising began in Romania that resulted in the downfall of dictator Nicolae Ceausescu (chow-SHES'-koo). In 1995, European Union leaders meeting in Madrid, Spain, chose "euro" as the name of the new single European currency. In 2001, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy, was reopened to the public after a $27 million realignment that had dragged on for over a decade.

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Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Today is a 7 — Set realistic goals, and schedule steps. Invest in your business. Show up on time. Keep your word and avoid a confrontation. Take another's opinion into account. Being productive To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the pays off. Think about personal decisions. Plan a social easiest day, 0 the most challenging. event. Aries (March 21-April 19): Today is a 7 — Action goes Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21 j: Today is a 6 —Technology farther than words. Slow and steady does it. Harmony re- makes your work easier. Connect with someone influential. quires effort. Confer with a wise elder. Don't show a loved Share resources. Friends provide motivation. Get together one unfinished work. Get it done first. Your past work in person and teach each other. Collaborations get farther. shows what you can do. Let people know what you' re up to and invite participation. Taurus (April 20-May 20): Today is a 6 — Settle into a Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Today is a 6 — Invest in meditative mood. Clean house, and discover stuff you' d fixing up your place. Repair something before it breaks. forgotten. Tidy up and enjoy the results. Unexpected Replace something volatile with something secure. Guard expenses or controversy could shake up your daydreams. against overspending or overindulging. Organize supplies. Listen to your team. Together, you can pull off miracles. Completion leads to advancement. Enjoy the support of Gemini (May 214une 20): Today is a 7 — Remember home comforts. the rules. Costs are higher than expected. The more you Capricorn (Dec.22-Jan.19): Today is an 8 — Make a complete, the more you advance. Balance all accounts. date for something you don't get to do very often. Don' t Your skills are admired. Make sure you understand what' s worry about someone who doesn'tunderstand you.Crealready expected of you. Then go to committee. ativity makes it more interesting. Replenish your reserves Cancer (June 21-July 22): Today is a 6 — Bepatient, and by spending time with friends. Laugh and play together. stand firm. Fix up old before buying new. Don't stir up jealAquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Today is an 8 — Apply finousies. A partner can help you advance. Follow a strong ishing touches to creative work at home. Play with color, leader. Hold out for the best. Humility is a virtue. Show a form and line. Replace something that's broken. New skeptic about love. paintworks wonders. Use something you've been saving. Leo (July 23-Aug.22):Today is a 7 — Talk it over with Purchase one new item. Tap into a secret source. your partner before taking on more work. Figure out Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Today is an 8 — Set aside what's going on behind the scenes. Travel is possible. Try old fears, and follow your curiosity. Explore the subject of a new mode of transportation. You' re gaining points with your fascination. Friends teach what they know. Someone someone you admire. finds your obsession charming. Get energized by their Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Today is an 8 — Share the enthusiasm. The draw seems magnetic. Discover new load, and get family in on the action. A physical job goes terrain together.

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Even after signing Jeff Samardzija to a large, longterm contract last week, the San Francisco G iants h a d their eye on 't'yti Johnny Cueto — they' ve been watching and admiring him &om afar for years. The Giants' upgraded rotation sure is taking shape, with the 2014 World Series champions agreeing Monday with Cueto on a $130 million, sixyear contractto add another

NBA refers says he's gay afb.r Lljon Rondo slur NEWYORK (AP)Veteran NBA referee Bill Kennedy has told Yahoo Sports he is gay after Sacramento Kings guard Rajon Rondo directed a gay slur at him during a game. Kennedy tells Yahoo he is "proud to be an NBA referee and I am proud to be a gay man," adding that he chose to come out in hopes of sending a message "that you must allow no one to make you feel ashamed of who you are." Rondo was suspended one game by the NBA for directing a derogatory and offensive term toward a referee in the Kings' game against Boston in Mexico on Dec. 3. Rondo apologized Monday and the Kings said his comments were disrespectful and offensive. Kennedy is in his 18th season as an NBA official, having worked more than 1,050 regular-season games and five in the NBA Finals.

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Skiers and snowboarders enjoying powdery conditions Monday atDodge Ridge were John Mahanna (top), Justin Calbert (above) and Nick Anzar (bottom). On Sunday during a snowstorm, a stash of untouched snow is found in the trees near Chair 8.

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Which brings us to Monday. The drought the last four Dodge Ridge's re-opening years may have sucked the Fridaywas very favorable af- moisture from recent memory ter a Thursday storm brought because the conditions Mona foot of snow. day seemed better than ever On Saturday, Chair 8 was with nine inches of &esh powopened and provided access to der,below freezing temperamake &esh tracks all over the tures throughout the day and mountain's backside. bluebird skies. Sunday was a day skiers The Sunday storm made it and boarders had to battle 20 fresh inches snow in three wlnteout, bhzzard conthttons days, and 70 total inches of and strong wind gusts at the snowfall this year, according top of the mountain to get in their turns.

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Warriors go back to work aRer 1st loss up for their next game at home Wednesday night against Phoenix. "The perspective of being 24-1 OAKLAND (AP) — The Golden is a l i t tle different than undeState Warriors did something feated," star guard Stephen .,„.„ '" Curry said. 'You don't have for the first time this season: practice following a loss. Nl ~ to answer questions about it, After returning home from tp'~ hope f u lly no more creative a grueling two-week road trip <RRi shirts in the stands and stuff that started with six straight like that. We can just play wins to extend their record start b asketball. It is just about how to the season to 24-0 before finally we' re playing. Obviously we want losing in Milwaukee on Saturday to continue to win games. We have night, the Warriors have a chance to take our game to the next level." to catchtheir breath. The road trip featured circusThey took a needed day off Sun- like levels of attention with Cam day before returning to a light practiceon Monday as they gear See WARRIORS / Page CS "

Golden State getting used to opponents getting aggressive By MARCUS THOMPSON II The San Jose Mercart/News

OAKLAND — The grabbing, the holding, the smothering of Stephen Curry turned up a notch at the end of the Warriors' captivating 24-0 start. Boston, which nearly ended the streak, as-

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ALAMEDA (AP) — One day aAer not having a backup long snapper nearly proved costly, the Oakland Raiders could be looking for a starter. T wo-time P r o B owl pick J o n Condo suffereda dislocated right shoulder while recovering a fumble early in the fourth quarterof Sunday's 15-12 win over the Denver Broncos. Although Condo returned and fini shed the game, Oakland coach Jack Del Rio said that tests Monday revealed a potentially season-ending injury. A roster move could be coming later this week. "It's not great news coming back," Del Rio said.eWe'll see how it goes. There's a strong likelihood that we' ll have to make a move to bring another guy in." The 34-year-old Condo has been the Raiders' long snapper since 2007 and has started 141 consecutive games. He

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BASKETBALL Today 7:00pm(CSN) NBA BasketballHouston Rockets at Sacramento Kings. Wednesday 4:00pm(CSN)College BasketballOldDominion at Richmond. 5:00pm(ESPN)NBA BasketballMemphis Grizzlies at Chicago Bulls. 7r30pm(CSBA) NBA BasketballPhoenix Suns at Golden State Warriors. (ESPN)NBA Basketball MilwaukeeBucks atLos Angeles Clippers.

FOOTMLLS HIGH SCHOOL oay Boys — Basketball: Calaveras, Bret Harteat Bret Harte Tournament, Angels Camp, TBA; Sonora at Alisal,ap.m.;Wrestling: Gala veras/Sonora/ Summerviileat James Riddle Classic,Oakdale, ga.m. Girls — Basketball:Sonora at Ceres Tournament, TBA; Bret Harteat Linden Tournament, TBA Monday Girls — Basketball:Sonora vs.Manteca,Bud Castle Gym,7:15p.m.

DODGE Continued from PageCl to a Dodge Ridge press release. "It's truly wonderM to see so many happy and satisfied skiers and riders enjoying the epic powder on this bluebird day," said Dodge Ridge CEO Sally Helm in a pressrelease and also mentioned the resort has hosted over 10,000visitors sinceopening day, Nov. 25."The cold temperatures are keeping the snow incredibly light and fluf." Dodge R i dg e ha s opened nine times prior to Thanksgiving Day since 1976. Dodge has11 of 12 lifts operating and has over 30 runs groomednightly. The forecast for this week calls for a few sunny days before wintry storms hitlatein the week.

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'Cat wrestlers compete at Oakdale tourney The Sonora Wildcats wres- Smith (126), 3. Saul Baez tling team competed (195); JV Division: l. Saturday in the James PRFP$ Gabe Fernandez (145), Riddle %~ am e n t ROUN DUp l. Aaron David (Hwt), hosted by O a kdale 2.Colton Davis(120),3. High School. Ethan Wright (132),4. The Wildcats had six un- Layne Trotter(Hwt). derclassmen wrestle led by a fourth-place finish from Ke- Bears 3V boys hoopsters anu Perez in the 113-pound rally over Oakdale weight class. Perez won his first twomatchesthenlosthis The Summerville Bears second two. junior varsityboyshoopsters Coleton Sanguinetti (126) defeated the Oakdale Muswent 2-2 and placed sixth. tangs 62-54Thursday on the Gabe Kullman (152) also road. went 2-2,but didnotplace. The Bearstrailed 31-26 at The Wildcats attended the halftime and were down by Calaveras JV/Novice tourna- 12 points in the second half ment on Dec.5. before rallying for the win. Placing in the Novice DiFor Summerville, Kyle vision were: 1. Pedro Ramos Norton had 14 points and 13 (120), l. Ethan Champe(126), rebounds, Kevin Lund had 1. Marshall Dilley (160), 2. 13 points and Luke FulkerCain Bryne (120), 2. Carson son added 10 points and five Dambacher (170), 3. Caleb assists.

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Katie Reels 10 points and 22 rebounds. Delaney O' Shea added a bucket and six rebounds and Joelle Ortmann scored four m ar tournament nextweek," points and grabbed eight resaid Bears head coach Mike bounds. McLaurin. Summerville finished its week Friday with a41-14vicSLlmmerville frosh girls toryoverWaterford.

points, Maddie Fong had six points and five rebounds, and Sha'nece Garrett scored four points, grabbed fiverebound and made eight steals. Against Downey, Baker scored 14points, Berry added eight points and eight rebounds, Bri Spring had eight points, Garrett had seven points, Fong had four points sweep three games and six boards and Macy The Summerville Bears Wildcat 3V girls Hesster scored four points girls' &eshmen team swept start season strong and brought down four rethree straight last week in The Sonora Wildcat girls' bounds. three straightdays. junior v arsity b a sketball Against Bear River, Baker The B e ar s de f eated team defeated Enochs 47-28 scored 14 points, grabbed Downey 53-25 Wednesday Monday, Dec. 7, Downey 51-8 seven rebounds and m a de behind Macey Mitchell's 20 on Friday and Bear River 58- seven steals, Berry scored 10 points. Blanca Nieves added 31 on Saturday. points, Reese Parkan scored 11 points, Katie Reel had 11 Against E nochs, C ait- nine points, made six steals rebounds and Ashley Reel lin Baker scored 18 points and hauled in fiveboards, hauledineightboards. Ric h ardson grabbed six rebounds and Rashawnda The Bears beat Turlock made five s teals, Emily scoredsixpoints andgrabbed Christian 44-36Thursdaybe- Berry hauled in 10 boards, eight rebounds and Spring hind Mitchell's 16 points and Grace Amend scored eight scoredsixpoints.

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On a badday, Pete Rose sits and signs away LAS VEGAS (AP) — Pete Rose wasn' tin the mood to say much Monday, understandable after Commissioner Rob Man&ed slammed the door shut on what almost surely will be his last chance at getting backinto baseball. It was, however, still a work day. So Rose dutifully sat at a folding table outside the Mandalay Bay casino,p ofassorted pens and quickly got down to the business athand. He signed ablack bat,on special this dayfor just $299.Afew fans wanderedin, drawnbythetwoyoungmen in Pete Rose jerseys who barked out his availabilityto anyone walkingby. "Pete Rose, here today guys," one yelled."He's the hit king of baseball. Come meet alivinglegend." IfRosewasdevastatedbyManfred's denial of his request to be allowed back in baseball, he didn't show it. Wearing a white Cincinnati Reds cap, he chatted amiably about the game withareporterbutsaidhewould wait anotherdaytogatherhisthoughtsbefore talking about thedecision. Alifetimebanreallydoesmeanlifetime now, though, something that has

tobejarringfor Rose.Atthe age of74 he' s not going to get another chance to appeal his ban for betting on baseball, nearly three decades after he was first exile.

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presentedcredible evidence ofa reconfigured life,"Man&ed wrote. By reconfigured, Man&ed meant that Rose remains an unrepentant bettor, wagering on all kinds of sporting events, including baseball. That it's legal in the sports book just an escalator ride away from where he signs autographs is properly noted, but labeledas irrelevant by the commissioner.

If Rose was talking, he might note he has long since taken responsibility for his actions. He might point out he has servedmanyyearsofhissentence, and that he was welcomed by the Fox networktobeapart ofits teamofanalysts the World Series withoutanyoneinbaseballsayinga word. Or he might just note the blatant hypocrisy of those who run the sport today. They are the same people who embrace daily fantasy play by declaring it's not gambling, which is almost as

laughable as was Rose's longstanding denial he bet on baseball. Then again, Major League Baseballhasafinancial stake in daily fantasy, which is every bit as much a threat to the moral fabric of the game as thebets Rose made onthe Reds. He might also wonder why the kings ofthesteroidera,whonearlydestroyed the game with theirjacked-up numbers,arestillwelcomedwithopen arms. Thatincludes Barry Bonds,who begins employment in a few months in Florida as a hitting coach for the Marlinswithbaseball'sblessing. There's a ball for that, which Rose will gladly sell you for $199. On it he writes:"Hits 4,256. Steroids 0." For $100 more, heal sell you a personally inscribed baseball that says "I'm sorryIbetonbaseball." It's a bit tacky, yes, but a guy has to make a living. So 20 days a month, Rose sits for four tofivehoursadayat Mandalay Bay, where people who remember Charlie Hustle in his prime stop by to get some memorabilia and chat for a few minutes. "Steroid users can get in the Hall of Fame and theydirectlyaffected the game so why not Pete Rose?" asked ClifF Cho, a sales manager at a Las Vegas BMW dealership who bought a

baseball for Rose to sign."Andjustbecausehebetonthe Redsdoesn'tmean hedidn'tget4,256hits." There's no doubt Rose has the numbers to bein the Hall of Fame, of course. Without the baggage of betting, he would be elected on the first ballot, though he won't ever get the chance because the Hall has ruled him — unlike Bondsandtheothersineligible for a vote. There's also no doubt Rosehasbeen hisownworstenemyinhisbattlewith the sport he loves. For years he refused to admithe bet onbaseball,and Manfred claims that in their meeting earlier thisyear Rose was not entirely honest with him when questioned aboutrecentdisclosuresthathebeton

baseball while a player-manager with the Redsin 1986. Rose canbe arrogant,andhecanbe coarse. If you' re easily offended, you probably don't want to have dinner with him. totheintegrityof the game as Manfred suggests? Hardly, no matter how the sanctimoniouspeople who run baseball try tomakeitlook.

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tradedfor closer Craig Kim- eighth-inning regular Dellin brel, New Yorkhasmademore Betances. "As much as I hate to lose moderatemoves. "People have asked me a Adam,andIthinkhewasreallot about: The Yankees didn' t lyimportant,you' re getting an make a big splash this off ea- everyday player that's a rightson,"Girardi said.'Well, every handedhitter, which I thinkis oneofourpositionsisinalong- important for us tohave, more termcontract." ofabalance,"Girardisaid. The only exception among General manager Brian the starting nine is at short- Cashman expects to make stop, where Didi Gregorius more moves. He has explored was obtained f m A rizona trades of Miller andleftfielde before the 2015 season and is Brett Gardner. eligible for salary arbitration "It hasn't and isn't past for thefirst time. of our DNA to accept that New York obtained second full-blown commitment to a baseman Starlin Castro fmm rebuild," Cashman said last the Chicago Cuba last week weekat thewintermeetings."I along with a pair of minor think the ownership's comfort said. league start'ng pitchers in a level is walking that tightrope While Boston signed leR- deal with Detroit, Luis Cessa rather thanteardownandlive hander David Price to a $217 and Chad Green. But the tofightanotherday. Thepublic million, seven-year deal and Yankees gave up right-hander stated goal is to get younger Adam Warren andlefthandthechampioner Justin Wilson, a big part shipeveryyear." of their setup staff this year And Girardi thinks thebullfor closer Andrew Miller and pencandidatescouldexpand.

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ing last week's winter meetings in Nashville. Cueto's deal was pending a physical, the team said, and contains a team option

for 2022.Cueto is expected to travel from the Dominican Republic on Tuesday to the BayArea and take a physical Wednesday. He is likely to be introduced later this week at AT&T Park. Under the agreement, Cueto canopt out after the 2017 season and become a &ee agentagain. Heis due to earn $46millionbefore theoptout. Ifhe exercises that clause, he wouldhit themarketoneyear before the 2018 free agent class, which could include Clayton Kershaw, Dallas Keuchel, Matt Harvey, Jose Fernandez and David Price.

A 29-year-old right-hander, Cueto went 11-13 with a 3.44 ERA in 32 starts for Cincinnati and Kansas City, which acquired him in a trade July 26. He was 4-7 for the Royalsin the regular season and 2-1 in the postseason, including pitching a two-hitter that gave Kansas City a 2-OWorld Seriesleadover the New York Mets. "He'snotaguythatyourelish facing," Evans said.'You have a guy who has a chance tobe anelitepresenceinyour rotationifhe'shealthyandwe can play good defense behind him and use our ballpark to our advantage. Johnny has upside beyond his 2015 final numbers." Bumgarner, Cueto and Samardzija will be joined in the rotation by Matt Cain and Jake Peavy. Chris Heston, who pitched a no-hitter last seasonasarookie, isexpected

"It'sa long time before we go tospring trainmg, so those names could be different than

Cishek, Mariners finalize $10M, 2-year deal

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SEATTIS(AP) — The Mariners'off easonmakeover now includes acloser. Reliever Steve Cishek and the Mariners finalized a $10 million, two-year contract Monday, with Seattle intent of himthedoser. It's an opportunity Cishek was seeking this offseason after losing the closer role last season in Miami before being tradedto St. Louis. He gets $4millionnextyear and $6millionin2017. Cishek can earn an additional $4.5 millionannuallyinbonusesfor games fi nished:$250,000each for 25 and 30, and $500,000 apiece for 35 and each additionalfivethrough60. The 29-year-old split last season between the Marlins and Cardinals,appearingin59 games.

we' re pulling &om now," he said.

Lefthanders Jacob Lindgren and James Pazos are considered international candidates along withright-handers Branden Finder and Nick Rumbelow. When the Yankees report to spring training in mid-February, Girardi hopes former Yankee Alfonso Soriano will help continue to mentor Castm Girardiexpects CarlosBeltran andAlex Rodrigueztoalsoprovld e guldail. Rodriguez, who made his bigleaguedebutin1995atage 18, will be in his 22nd major league season. ''He's always mentored," Girardi said, "but now he's the gray, old,grizzlyguythatisdoingalotofit."

tobe on themajor leagueroster with his role to be determined during spring training. "We' re going to very much need Cain and Peavy at their best," Evans said."Hopefully with these two significant additions it gives us abalanceof five guys that can give us the starts and innings we need to protectour bullpen and give us the best chance within our division to compete for the division. That's the goal." Samardzija agreed Dec.5., less than a day after Greinke joined NL West rival Arizona on a $206.5 million, six-year contract.He is eager to help the Giants compete for another championship in an even year — 2016 — aRer San Francisco captured titles in 2010,'12 and'14. The team missedthe playoffs last season. Earlier that first week of December, David Price re-

ceived a $217 million, sevenyear contract &om the Red Sox. Now, Cuetoisthelatestbigname free agent pitcher to land alargecontract. Samardzija appreciates how these pitchers who work every fi fth day are being rewarded. "It's not easy what we do. I think a lot of it from afar is simple, right, you see it on TV, it goes over a plate," he said. "Eight other guys catch it, whoop de do. I challenge anybody that wants a slice of what Price made, or a slice of what Greinke made to come on out and throw a ball over the plate at 96mph to Carlos Beltran and see what happens.It'sa tough sport."

WhenitcomestoSanFrancisco' s search fora leftfi elder, Evans said,"itcontinues tobe anarea we' ll give attention to and see where weland."

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BRIEFS High schoolcoach pleads guilty in player attack on referee

Tomsuladisagrees 49erswere overconfident

BURNE T, Texas (AP) — A former assistant high schoolfootball coach was sentenced to probation Monday afier pleading guilty to assaultfor an attack on a game referee by two of his players. Mack Breed, former assistant football coach at John Jay High School in San Antonio, pleaded guilty to the misdemeanor charge in a Burnet County court. County Court-atlaw Judge Linda Bayless s entenced Breed to 18 months of probation,fi ned him $1,500 and ordered him to serve 120 hours of community service and pay resti tution to referee Robert Watts. Breed alsomust forfeit his Texas teaching certificate permanently and attend anger management sessions, said B u r net County Attorney Eddie Arredondo. The two players hit the referee during a Sept. 4 game at Marble Falls. They said they did so at Breed's direction. Breed denied the allegation but r esigned &om the Jay coaching staff on Sept. 23. The University Interscholastic League, which governs high school sports in Texas, suspended Breed forthe rest ofthe 2015-16 school year and placed him on twoyears ofprobation. The organization could have suspended Breed for three years. Breed also could have been sentenced to up to a year in jail and fined up to $4,000 for pleading guilty to the Class A misdemeanor.

SANTA CLARA (AP) — Jim Tomsula begs to differ with le tackle Joe Staley and linebacker Ahmad Brooks that the San Francisco 49ers overlooked Cleveland in Sunday'srock-bottom loss to the Browns. Still, the question begs to be asked: How could a team with one road win possibly be overconfident? The first-year coach planned to speak informally with the players about their concerns following the embarrassing24-10 loss at FirstZnergy Stadium that allowed Cleveland (3-10) to snap a seven-game losing streak. The Niners (4-9) traveled to northern Ohio having won their first road game in six tries the previous Sunday at Chicago and looking to build some momentum for the final three games. Instead, San Francisco fiopped. Afterward, Staley noted: 'We can' t take anyone lightly. We' re not in a position to take anyone lightly." Brooks' thoughts were: "Maybe we took them for granted.... Maybe we

Cuban-bornPuig, Abreu joinMLB goodwill trip to island NEW YORK (AP) Cuban-born Yasiel Puig and Jose Abreu will be among the majorleaguer s making a f our-d goodwill trip to the island starting Tuesday. Cuban natives Alexei Ramirez an d B r a yan Pena also will participate, along with Miguel Cabrera, Clayton Kershaw, Nelson Cruz and Jon Jay. M LB executive J oe Torre and players' union adviser Dave Winfield will join the league's first visit to Cuba since the Baltimore Orioles played

a n exhibition g am e

1999. The tour includes clinics and charity events. MLB and th e p layers' union on M onday announced they were teaming up for a $ 200,000 grant to Caritas Cubana, a nongovernmental organization based in the United States that provides humanitarian, so-

cial and emergency services to Cuba.

Reliever O'Day, Oriolescomplete$31 million, 4-yeardeal BALTIMORE (AP)All-Star reliever Darren O'Day and the Baltimore Orioleshave completed a $31 million, four-year contract. The Orioles announced Monday thatthe 33-yearold free agent had resigned with the team. He will make $6 million next year, $7 million in 2017 and $9 million the following two seasons. There will be $1 million deferred each year. O'Day was an All-Star last season when he went 6-2 with six saves and a 1.52 ERA in 68 games. The submarining righthander struck out a career-high 82 in 65 V3 innings. O'Day is 31-13 with 14 saves and a 2.31 ERA in 459 games in an eightyear career with the Angels, Mets, the Rangers and Orioles. He joined Baltimore in 2012. Infielder Rey Navarro was designated for assignment. He hit .276 in 10 games for Baltimore last season.

got a little big-headed this week and thought that things were just going to happen." Tomsula insists he reinforced those very ideas allw eek leading up to the game about being prepared despite the Browns' long skid and 2-10 record entering the matchup. 'Td have to disagree with Joe on that. Maybe he was speaking from a personal note, I don't know, but that was something that was addressed all week," Tomsula said Monday. "No. 1, we have no right to overlook anyone. Number two, in the NFL, I don't care if you' re 14-0, you better not overlook

'The numbers are not good. We didn't play well," Staley said. "It wasn' t that we overlooked, I felt like in the game, we just didn't give our best efFort. That's not anything on the coaches, it' s not just on players. It's everybody. It' s collectively. It says just as much about m e as it does about your leaders. I didn't do a good enough job and make sure everybody was prepared. So it was just a &ustrating day yesterday." So, what might motivate the 49ers for their final three games in a lost year? San Francisco hosts NFC Northleading Cincinnati (10-3) on Sunday. "Just pride," Staley said. "Everybody has to have the same mindset in play-

anyone. I don't see that as a factor. And

ing for one another — not get in a po-

again, it's a group that comes to work and they work. But, I didn't see that. I saw a game where we didn' t, and I don't use this word a lot, but we didn' t execute. I didn't see an efFort problem." When it came to execution, among the most glaring concerns was quarterback Blaine Gabbert taking a &anchise-record tying nine sacks.

sition where you' re trying just to take care of yourself. I think that's kind of human nature for everybody in this situation. The season didn't go the way we wanted it to, so make sure you take care of yourself and I don't think that' s really the correct way." Staley and some teammates found a festive, welcome distraction &om the

football losing Monday: They visited a nearby Target store to help children shop for their families for the holidays. The offensive lineman has been participating in this community event for the past four or five years.

"Spending time with the kids and seeing them really be able to purchase gifts for their family members, they deserve it," Staley said. 'They' re able to say thankyou for what they've done and show appreciation for others." Notes: LGAlex Boone was undergoing an MRI exam on his injured right knee and the expectation is it's not worth the risk for him to play again this year. 'That's a huge blow," Staley said. "It's kind of a bummer situation to go down at the end of the year. He' s not particularly happy about that." ... RB Kendall Gaskins sustained a concussion and is in the league's concussion protocol.... WR Torrey Smith experienced back spasms Sunday while DB Jimmie Ward has an elbow contusion.

Woodson, Negatron among award finalists NEW YORK(AP) — Charles Woodson and Calvin Johnson are among eight finalists for the NFL's Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award. Joining the Raiders safety and Lions receiver are run-

ning backs Matt Forte of the Bears and Justin Forsett of the Ravens; linebacker Luke Kuechly of the Panthers; quarterback Matt Hasselbeck of the Colts; cornerback Jason McCourly of the Titans; and tackle Joe Staley of the 49ers. Each NFL team nominated one ofits players for the award, which recognizes NFL players who exemplify outstanding sportsmanship on the field. That group of 32 was reduced to the eight finalists by a panel of former playersWarrick Dunn, Curtis Martin, Karl Mecklenburg and Leonard Wheeler.

RAIDERS Continued from PageCl entered the NFL as an undraftedfreeagent with Dallas in 2005. Condo injured his shoulder duringa game-changing play early in th e fourth quarter

when he recovered a fumbled punt byDenver'sEmmanuel Sanders. Several players &om both teams landed on top of Condo, who hurt his right shoulder despiterecovering the ball with his le hand. 'They mufFed the ball, fumbled the ball and he was able to come up with it under that pile, and that's where he

WARRIORS Continued from PageC1 Newton and several Carolina Panthers coming out for Curry's homecoming in Charlotte, a live feed of Curry's pregame warmup in Boston and an almost college-style atmosphere in M i lwaukee with fans wearing T-shirts with "24-1" on the front. But the streak also overshadowed parts of Golden State's game that had been slipping of late, including defensiverotations, stagnation on offense and too many sloppy turnovers "There was a lot of talk obviously with the streak and all that," Curry said. "At a certain point it kind of became about just winning the game.... We didn't play our bestfor probably about three straight games. With the streak over and all that, hopefully we can get another one going, we can focus on the details of how we' re playing and continue to get better and focus on the things that will help us win a championshipletalone regular season games."

The eight finalists will be terceptions, tied for fifth most listed on the Pro Bowl ballot in NFL history. for when players vote on FriJohnson, in his ninth pro day.Players can't vote for a season, ranks first in Lions teammate. history with 11,386 yards reThe winner will be revealed ceiving and 81 touchdowns. He Feb. 6 at the NFL Honors holds the NFL's single-season show when The Associated record with 1,964 yards receivPress announces its individual ing during the 2012 season. award winners for the 2015 Hasselbeck is in his 17th season. NFL season. He also has been Arizona receiver L arry with Green Bay, Seattle and Fitzgerald won the i nitial Tennessee and led the Seaward, which was created last ahawks to the NFC title in season in honor of the late 2005. founding owner of the SteelBaltimore's Forsett is an eight-year veteran currently ers. This year's winner will re- on injured reserve. In 2014, he ceivea $25,000 donation from was the only player to rush for the NFL Foundation to a char- at least 1,200 yards and averity of his choice. age 5.0 yards per carry. Woodson is an 18-year vetChicago's Forte also is in his eran who has played with eighth season and ranks secOakland and Green Bay, win- ond to Walter Payton in Bears ning a Super Bowl with the history with 8,425 yards rushPackers. Woodson has 65 in- ing and has 475 receptions.

Carolina's Kuechly, a fourthyear linebacker, became just the second player to earn Defensive Rookie of the Year (2012) and Defensive Player of the Year (2013) honors in consecutive seasons. McCourty, a former team

captain with the Titans, has led them in passes defensed (61)and is tied for second on the team with 11 interceptions and 426 solo tackles in his seven-year career. Staley is a nine-year veteran and four-time Pro Bowler who has been the anchor of San Francisco's ofFensive line.

Beckhamscores2TDsto help NYbeat Miami MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — With the score tied in the fourth quarter, Odell Beckham Jr. somehow slipped 5

yards behind the secondary. That turned out to be the winning margin for the New York Giants. Beckham's 84-yard touchdown reception put the Giants ahead to stay with 11 minutes to go, and they forged a threeway tie atop the NFC East by beating the Miami Dolphins 31-24 on Monday night. New York's Eli Manning went 27 for 31 for 337 yards and four scores. His passer rating of 151.5 was his highest since 2009. The Giants (6-7) broke a thret. game losing streak and are tied with the Redskins and Eagles for the lead in their woeful division. The Dolphins (5-8) were mathematically eliminated &om the playofF race,extending their postseason drought to a &anchist. record seven consecutive years.

suffered that injury," Del Rio failed. likely have to make a roster in practice and none in games said. "It was a huge moment Condo returned to the game move to bring in a free agent — was called on to replace in the game for us to come out on Oakland's next series and if the decision is made to shut Condo and struggled. Of his with that turnover." finished the game without Condo down for any length of four snaps to then-Oakland Condo was taken to the incident. The Raiders were time. punter Shane Lechler, three l ocker room to h ave hi s encouragedand hopeful that Few, if any, teams in the resulted in blocks. shoulder popped back into Condo would be fine with rest, NFL carry a le g i timate "Nobody has another guy place and wasn't on the field but those hopes were dimmed backup center on the 53-man like that," Del Rio said. "We when the Raiders converted when tests revealed a poten- roster. In most i nstances, have a guy. It just happens to the turnover into a go-ahead tially more serious injury. the job is handled by backup be that our guy had surgery "He had tests today," Del tight ends or linebackers who on his wrist a couple weeks touchdown 10 seconds later. Tight end Lee Smith, who Rio said. 'We' ll see what we spend little time practicing ago so he'sstillwearinga cast. is listed as the team's backup need to do going forward." the job. That's just the way it worked long snapper, is still recoverAsked if Condo's injury The Raiders went through out forus. It'llbe addressed ing from wrist surgery and could be season-ending, Del such an experience in 2012 going forward." was unable to play after the Rio was not optimistic. when Condo suffered a con"Could be," the Raiders cussion during the season Raiders scored a touchdown. Note: RT Austin Howard, With both snappers out coach said. opener. who was limited to 20 plays and his team leading by three With Smith still wearing Seldom-used l i nebacker after injuring his knee on the points,Del Rio opted to go a cast on his right wrist and Travis Goethel — who had first possession of the third for a2-point conversion that unable to snap, Oakland will not done much long snapping quarter, is day to day.

us getting better than we were last year," interim coach Luke Walton said. "We know that, our guys know that and we' ll keep working at it. It' s harder on the road and when you' re constantly winning to focus on the little details. Now that we' re back home I think we' ll have the chance to clean some things up." That was tough to do on a trip that took them from Utah to Charlotte to Toronto to Brooklyn to Indianapolis to Boston and then Milwaukee. It included two sets of back-to-backs, including the game against the Bucks a night after winning a doubleovertime thriller against the Celtics. The Warriors didn't make it to Milwaukee until 3 a.m. Saturday and just ran out of

energy in the loss that ended the streak as they came just short of becoming the first team in NBA history to have a perfectroad trip ofatleast seven games. "That's why it's so hard and nobody has ever won seven straightin a road trip before," Walton said. "It's a difficult thing to do, especially coming off that back-to-back. We just ran out of gas." While G o lden S t a te' streak reached 28 regularseason games, dating back to last season, it fell five games short ofthe record set by the Los Angeles Lakers in 1971-72. There arestillother marks to chase. The Warriors have won 28 straight home games in the regular season since losing to Chicago on Jan. 27 — 16 shy of the mark

set by the Bulls in 1995-96. Walton said Barnes will miss Golden State is also chasing both games this week before the single-season wins mark being re-evaluated. set by those Bulls with 72 in But Klay Thompson rethe 1995-96 season. ported his sprained ankle The Warriors hope to get that kept him out of Friday's a boost sometime soon with game in Boston and seemed the return of injured forward to hamper him a bit in MilHarrison Barnes, who has waukee is much better and missedeight straight games shouldn't be a factor Wedneswith a sprained left ankle. day

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Clippers tip Pistons in overtime; Spurs smash 3azz AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP)Jamal Crawford hit a 3-pointer with 12.4 seconds left in overtime and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Detroit Pistons 105-103 Monday night.

20 and Miami handed slumping Atlanta another home loss. Goran Dragic added 12 pointsdespite having part of a tooth knocked out in the third quarter. After getting the bleeding stopped, he returned to finish the game. Miami won just 24 hours after rallying from 16 points down to beat Memphis, snapping a three-game losing streak. This time, the Heat led comfortably most of the way, the margin in double figures through nearly the entire second half. Bulls 115, 76ers 96 CHICAGO (AP) — Jimmy Butler had 23 points and Chicago rallied from a halfbme deficit to rout lowly Philadelphia. Nikola Mirotic had 17 points and Tony Snelladded 16.Joakim Noah

Blake Griffin made a pair of free

throws with 38.8 seconds remaining to put the Clippers ahead 102-101. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope tied it by going 1 for 2 from the foul line with 30.5 seconds left. After Crawford's basket, the Clippers fouled Reggie Jackson with 9.3 seconds le% He made the first shot, missed the second, and teammate Andre Drummond got two chances for a tying tip-in, but missed both. Heat 100, Hawks88 ATLANTA (AP) — Chris Bosh scored 24 points, Gerald Green had

THOMPSON Continued from PageCl signedone player to take special joy in impeding Curry. The next night, Milwaukee, the streak enders, employed a similar strategy and carried it out even more aggressively. This will probably be a regularpart of the existence for Curry, opponents trying to rough him up. "It keeps me engaged, knowing I' ve got to do something to go back at it," Curry said afi er M onday's practice."Idon'tget used to it. But if that's the way it's going to go ..."

Curry's post-streak existence is a microcosm for the

Warriors, who now shift their focus from historic strea4 to another title run. If winning the 2014-15 championship put a targeton theWarriors'back, the 24-0 start this season added a bounty. The player who slows down Curry, sports biggest star, makes an instant name for himself. The team that joins the exclusive dub of beating the Warriors might end up having a daim on history. The remaining 57 gamesand whether they can break the NBA record for wins in a season — is largely based on how well they handle the repeated assaults on their invincibility. The tail end of the streak,

had 15 rebounds and eight assists as the Bulls won their third straight. Spurs 118, Jazz 81 SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Kawhi Leonard had 22 points and San An-

alland were 10for15 on 3-pointers. M att Barnes scored 20 points for the Grizzlies and shot 4 for 5 on 3s. CourtneyLee and Jeff Green fi nished with 15 points each and Mario tonio never trailed. Chalmers had 12. San Antonio is 21-5, the secondPacers 106, Raptors 90 best start in franchise history, on the INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jordan Hill had season highs with 20 points strengthofa 13-0 home record. LaMarcus Aldridge and Tony and 13 rebounds, Monta Ellis had 18 Parker added 18 points each for the points and Indiana ended Toronto's four-game winning streak. Spurs. Derrick Favors led the Jazz with C.J. Miles added 17 points for the 16 points. Pacers, who have won two of three Grizzlies 112,Wizards 95 games. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Mare Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan Gasol had 24 points and 12 re- each scored20 points for the Rapbounds, Mike Conley finished with tors. 18 points and 11 assists and MemMavericks 104, Suns 94 DALLAS (AP) — Chandler Parphis beat Washington. The Grizzlies shot 56 percent over- sons scored 15 of his 17 points in

the way Indiana roared back and Boston went all out and Milwaukee celebrated, showed the amped-up level the Warriors will have to deal with as the nation's most popular

team. They are coming hard for Curry. And opponents are coming aggressively at the Warriors. The doubts about the Warriors being the best team in the league were addressed by their ridiculous start to the season. The smirks that arose when someone says Curry is the best player in the NBA were wiped off faces by his improbable do Illilailce.

The higher Curry, and the Warriors, dimb up all-time

lists, the harder they fall and the more glorious the opponent that toppled them. For his part, Curry got prepared for the physicality in advance. He is just as surprised as the rest of us are when he gets an array of open looks. He was expecting nightly wrestling matches. He trained for it, and has some miniature guns to prove it. Curry invites the physicality more, instead of avoiding it, which is why he is on pace to set a career-high in free throws. His previous career-high was the 308 he made last season. He is already at 148 through 25 games. That growth in his game is why he totaled 66 points in the

the second half, Raymond Felton followed his second career triple-double with 17 points and Dallas beat former teammate Tyson Chandler and Phoenix. Parsons has been coming off the bench lately with a minutes restriction in place following offseason knee surgery. He had eight points during a 20-4 run to finish the third quarter, when Dallas made 13 of its last14 shotsto take a 77-58 lead. Magic 105,Nets 82 NEW YORK (AP) — N i kola Vucevic scored 18 points, Elfrid Payton had 17 and Orlando got its first victory in Brooklyn. Tobias Harris had 15 points and nine rebounds for the Magic, who had droppedallsix games here since the Nets movedforthe2012-13 season.

two games teams really came after him, though he didn' t shoot particularly well. "I expectit every game, whether it happens or not," Curry said."Some games I play well through it, some games I might not shoot the ball well or what have you. I don't know if that's the reason or not, but it' s

the same expectation and approach for me." The Warriors adjusting to having their throne blitzed is another development worth watching. They proved more than capable of thumping off inferior teams duringtheir 24-0 start. But battling the better teams, with the handicap of not having head coach Steve Kerr,

should reveal how great this W arriors teams can be. "It is just about how we' re playing," Curry said. "We obviously want to continue to win

games, but we' ve got to take it to another level." San Antonio is still in striking distance for the top seed in the West. Oklahoma City is in championship or bust mode considering Kevin Durant's pending free agency. And Cleveland has an ax to grind. The weight of what the Warriors have done, are doing, only increased with the streak. The good thing about the streak beingoveristheW arriors can focus on raising their level of play so they can be ready for the onslaught.

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Transactions Baseball American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Agreed to terms with RHP Darren O'Day to a four-year contract. Designated INF Rey Navarro for assignment. SEATTLE MARINERS — Agreed to terms with RHP Steve Cishek on 8 two-year contract. TEXAS RANGERS — Claimed 1B Andy Wilkins off waivers from Seattle. National League CHICAGO CUBS —Agreed to terms with RHP Trevor Cahill on a one-year contract. NEW YORK METS — Agreed to terms with RHP Buddy Carlyle, LHPs Duane Below and Andrew Barbosa andIN FMareKraussonminor league contracts. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES — Agreed to terms with C J.P. Arencibis, INF Angelys Nina and RHPs Greg Burke, Ernesto Frieii and Gregory Infante on minor league contracts. WASHINGTON NATIONALS — Agreedto terms with RHP Yusmeiro Petit on a one-year contract and with RHP Nick Masset on a minor league contract. American Association WICHITA WINGNUTS — Signed LHP Santos

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Vermin and YanniGourdefrom Syracuse(AHL ).

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Senora —Extremes for this date — High: 75 (1958). Levier. 11(1972). Precipitation: 1.80 inches (1934). Average rainfall through December since 1907: 11.14 inches. As of 6 p.m. Monday, seasonal rainfall to date: 8.31 inches.

Salinas 57/31

Reservoir Levels Dorm ella: Capacity (62 655), storage (24,876), outflow (26) ' inflow (N/A) Bee rdsley:

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Capacity (97,800), storage (41,512), oufflow

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Local: Chilly today with plenty of sunshine. High 48. Clear and cold tonight. Low 21. Mostly sunny and chilly tomorrow. High 49.

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