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Biden & Austin
Approve Pay / Benefits Cuts for 62,000 men
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Sixty Two Thousand Lose Pay & Benefits Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced all U.S. troops will be required to get the COVID vaccine or be forced out of their careers in the military – a move supported by President Joe Biden . Unvaccinated soldiers in the U.S. Army National Guard and Reserve who have not received an exemption may no longer participate in federally funded drills and training and will not receive pay or retirement credit, the Army has announced.
At least 40,000 Army National Guard soldiers across the country – or about 13% of the force – have not received the Pentagon-mandated vaccine. In addition, roughly 22,000 Reservists will also be subject to punishment, including flags, bars to service, and official reprimands, the Army said. “In the future, Soldiers who continue to refuse the vaccination order without an exemption may be subject to additional adverse administrative
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action, including separation,” the Army said in a statement. “Unit commanders will be able to activate and pay Soldiers for limited administrative purposes, such as receiving the vaccine, processing their exemption requests, or conducting separation procedures. Soldiers will be paid and/or receive retirement credit for these service days,” the statement continued.
The director of the Army Guard said the U.S. military service branch will continue to work with its soldiers to comply with the COVID-19 order. “We’re going to give every soldier every opportunity to get vaccinated and continue their military career,” Director of the Army Guard, Lt. Gen. Jon Jensen said. “We’re not giving up on anybody until the separation paperwork is signed and completed.”
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As CBN News reported, Guardsmen and Reservists had until June 30 to receive the COVID-19 shots. Published data reportedly indicated that 20% to 30% of the Guardsmen in six states were not vaccinated right before the deadline, along with more than 10% in 43 other states. More than reportedly
7,700 soldiers have sought religious
exemptions. According to the Army’s latest statistics released on July 8, only 19 of these religious accommodations have been approved and only for activeduty personnel. So far, no exemptions have been approved for Guardsmen or Reservists. U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), a retired Navy lieutenant commander and a former Navy SEAL, criticized Austin’s order on social media . In a series of tweets posted
to Twitter on Friday, U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw wrote: “And now we have the potentially disastrous situation before us - where our readiness is suffering and our military is less capable than it otherwise would be. Was it worth it? Was ‘putting our foot down’ worth it? H*** no, it wasn’t.” “And why do we need to separate service members from the military en masse for refusal?” the Texas congressman asked. “The
DOD has a huge array of disciplinary options before them. Why choose the most extreme option with the most extreme consequences?” Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is determined to reduce our military . Austin and Bishop Garrison, his senior adviser said anyone who voted for President Trump are all racist and should be rooted out of the service .
Army Gen. Daniel Hokanson, chief, National Guard Bureau, talks with a formation of Soldiers with the 53rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Florida National Guard, in Grafenwoehr, Germany, June 12, 2022. (DoD Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Zach Sheely, U.S. Army)
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Publishers memoirs By Richard Matz Publisher/writer
I was a Bag Man for the mob A bag man, is a person designated to collect dirty money, e.g. in a protection racket. A bag man may also be known as a delivery boy or running man
B
ack in 1952 I was 12 years
known restaurant and bar in the city
old living in Bloomfield
of Bloomfield. Mrs. Collinger own a
, a section in Pittsburgh
fur shop and they had a son named
Pennsylvania . I was in seventh
Johnny , a good looking 21year old
grade at St. Joseph’s a Catholic
man who worked for his father . His
grade school . One of the towns
dad was connected and controlled
respected
the
the numbers racket in a number of
Collingers . Mr. Collinger ( whose
cities including Bloomfield. I met
real name was Collingalo ) before
Johnny at the restaurant and for
he changed his name , was the
some reason he took a liking to me.
owner of the Pleasure Bar a well-
He wanted to know , when I got
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families
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out of school at 3 o’clock , would I
old . My family then moved out of
like to ride around in his new 1952
Bloomfield too the city of Crafton
Ford convertible and work for him
which was
collecting bags of number slips for
Bloomfield.
50 cents a day .. I was so excited I
When I grew older at the age of 22 I
said yes and started to work for him
moved to Los Angeles California and
the next day . We would ride around
went to work for the Los Angeles
town and I would jump out run into
Times newspaper . Then thirty five
small stores and an assortment of
years later I took my wife and my
other businesses , I’d pick up the
three daughters back To Pittsburgh
little brown bags of number slips
to visit my relatives and my old
and raced back to his car and we
stomping grounds. After a few days
were on the next store . Even some
of visiting my relatives I took my
cops collected number slips and we
family back to Bloomfield to show
picked them up too .
them where I grew up.
Remember 50 cents back in 1952
I took them to the Pleasure Bar to eat
was equivalent to about five dollars
and was disappointed that Johnny
today .In the fifties there was Pennie
Collinger’s family no longer owned
candies , Hersey and Clark bars were
the restaurant. When we were done
a nickleI and so was a Pepsi and a
eating we went outside and someone
Coke
said “ hey Dickie it’s me Johnny.” I
Between 1886 and 1959, the price of
couldn’t believe that after 40 years
a 6.5 US fl oz (190 mL) glass or bottle
Johnny recognized me . Remember I
of Coca-Cola was set at five cents, or
was 13 years old when I last saw him.
one nickel, and remained fixed with
I was in my 50s and he was in his 60s
very little local fluctuation. The fact
but he was still a good looking man
that the price of the drink was able to
. We reminisced for about an hour ,
remain the same for over seventy years
laugh about the good old times and
is especially significant considering
when I was leaving we both had tears
the events that occurred during
in our eyes . I treasure those two years
that period, including the founding
that I work for him and will always
of Pepsi, World War I, Prohibition, The
love him and those great two years .
Great Depression, changing taxes,
In the beginning of my story I made
a caffeine and caramel shortage and
reference to the Collinger family
World War II
as being a respected family and in
Johnny and I took about 2 hours to
those days anybody connected to
pick up the number slips and then
the mob were not looked down upon
I got paid my 50 cents . I’d have
especially if they owned legitimate
Johnny drop me off at the local deli
businesses . Mr. Collinger was a well-
and I would buy a cheeseburger
dressed businessman and if he was
and a coke for 25 cents . The rest of
involved in any other type of mob
my money when into the pinball
business I never knew about it .The
machines which I was obsessed with
numbers racket then was no different
.I work two years for Johnny and it
than the Lotto is today except the
was an exciting venture for a young
mob made the money and now the
man who was twelve / thirteen years
states do .
about 30 miles from
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1962 FORD THUNDERBIRD
< US John F. Kennedy
List of 1962 Major News Events in History John Glenn becomes the first American to orbit the Earth in February of 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis when USSR plans to deploy Missiles in Cuba brings the world to the brink of world war, Marilyn Monroe serenades President Kennedy on his birthday. Rioting on University of Mississippi campus following
Black student James Meredith attempting to enroll More Information for James Meredith 1. James Meredith becomes the first African-American student to enroll at the University of Mississippi on September 30th, . 2. Meredith, an army veteran had made several attempts to enroll at the university but was forced away by Mississippi’s governor and denied entry. 3. He was finally able to enter
the school after being escorted by United States Marshals at the insistence of President Kennedy. 4. Meredith actively tested the new integration mandate and became a fearless pioneer of the Civil Rights Movement. 5. He completed his degree at the University in August of 1963. President Kennedy proposes a “Consumer Bill of Rights.” The Space Needle an observation tower in Seattle, Washington is completed
1962 FORD galaxie 500
1962 chrysler imperial 6
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Average Cost of new house $12,500 Average Income per year $5,556 Average monthly rent $110per month Tuition to Harvard University $1,520 Cost of a gallon of Gas 28 cents Average Cost of a new car $3,125 All Wheel Drive Scout off road $2,150 Renault Imported car $1,395 Eggs per dozen 32 cents
1962 corvette Marilyn Monroe is found dead on August 5 after apparently overdosing on sleeping pills The Columbus Day Storm ( 12th October ) strikes Northern California, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia
1962 chevy impala
Oral Polio Vaccine developed by Albert Sabin given to millions of children to combat Polio
1962 FORD 100 UNDERBELLY 1962 BUICK STARFIRE
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THE GOOD
By Richard Matz Publisher/writer
THE BAD
W
AND THE UGLY
hat can we say that’s
dollars along with the help of the
Our economy has gone to hell in
about the world the real truth is China
GOOD about Joe Biden’s
Democrats and a few Never Trump
a hand basket with inflation at an all
is the greatest threat , not to just the
presidency , well not
Republicans . His energy policies are
time high and rising interest rates
United States but the world . We all
too much, in fact almost nothing at
a disaster with gas at over $6.00 per
which will make it impossible for
know the ties the Hunter Biden has
all . He spends money like a drunken
gallon . The price of gasoline during
millennial’s to buy a new home .
to China , which is giving him millions
sailor and his green new deal has put
the Trump administration was $2.49
Worst of all he wants us to believe
of dollars each year to influence his
America on the brink of bankruptcy
cents a gallon in California and as low
that Russia is the greatest threat to the
dad another politicians . There’s
. He will send the Ukraine $40 billion
as $1.79 cents in the other states .
United States but if you know anything
absolutely no questions about conflict
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of interest with the Biden family and
And what comes next , oh yeah the
Past financial disclosures from
Pelosi’s trades shot into the news in
UGLY , might that be Nancy Pelosi who
Nancy
in
July 2021, when he made $5.3 million
What can we say BAD about the vice
is so crooked she can’t lay straight in
January her husband invested up
by exercising call options that let him
Pres., Kamala Harris … a lot of things
bed at night . Her husband was just
to $2.9 million in American Express,
buy 4,000 shares of Google’s parent
, she has trouble putting two words
charged with a DUI but somehow
Apple, PayPal, and Walt Disney stocks.
company Alphabet.
together and most of her sentences do
through
Governor
In March, he bought up to $2.2 million
In January 6th. Insurrection at
not make sense. She’ll say things like
Newsom the DUI has vanished . If any
worth of Tesla stocks. (Lawmakers
the capitol . Pelosi was informed by
we only have nine fingers and when
of us got a DUI we would be in jail and
are only required to report the value
President Trump there was a good
she’s corrected she just laughs and
it would cost us up to 15 Thousand
of such trades in broad ranges.)
chance there would be trouble and
giggles like a ninth grade teenager .
dollars in penalties and legal fees .
Together, these companies, along
she should call out 20,000 national
that includes Joe’s brother , Jim too !
the
grace
of
Pelosi
showed
that
Kalama was put in charge in securing
Nancy has been accused of insider
with Microsoft, spend tens of millions
guard and army , she refused as she
our borders , and look at what a great
trading but Nancy doesn’t personally
of dollars each year lobbying the
saw a great opportunity to create a
job she’s done . There are more illegals
trade stocks. But her husband Paul
federal
including
useful political plot to use against
and drugs crossing our borders then
Pelosi, an investor and venture
Congress, according to federal records
Trump and his supporters . Now Pelosi
there has ever been in the history our
capitalist by trade, has made tens of
compiled by nonpartisan research
and the Democrats are putting on an
country
millions of dollars worth of stock and
organization OpenSecrets.
Inquisition not an Insurrection
And if you think we’re in trouble now just think what will happen if Joe Biden can’t finish his presidency .
government,
stock option trades in recent months.
Members of Congress have been
Nancy Pelosi is rated the 14th richest
required to disclose stock transactions
powerful Democratic leaders
member of Congress.
since the STOCK Act passed. But Paul
GOOD … The BAD ..and The UGLY.
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sports news
By Art Gartcia (Jr.)
Chargers Report:
POSITIONAL RANKINGS - DEFENSE ESPN recently listed their top 10 players at 11 positions based on a survey of more than 50 league executives, coaches, scouts and players. The objective was to find the top players currently at their respective positions heading into the 2022 season, not projections of players five years down the road. Of the five defensive position groups covered, the Chargers placed just three players among their respective rankings while failing to land any players at the defensive tackle and off-ball linebacker positions. Per ESPN, here is a look at the Chargers who made their list.
“He always has a plan. He’s setting up his moves for later in the game, and he’s got great technique,” an NFL
Mack in Los Angeles via an offseason trade. That means potentially even more production for Bosa in 2022. “Relentless effort,” an AFC offensive coach said. “He’s the guy you have to worry about on every snap.” Cornerback — J.C. Jackson, No. 5. Age: 27. Last year’s ranking: 10. Compared closely to Dolphins’ CB Xavier Howard (No. 4), the Chargers signed Jackson to a five-year, $82.5 million contract after he produced 17 interceptions in his past 33 games. Opposing quarterbacks averaged a 48.4 passer rating when throwing toward Jackson, who gave up 627 yards on 96 targets (50 receptions), per NFL Next Gen Stats. One AFC defensive coach said a recent All-Pro corner told him Jackson has the best ball skills he has ever seen. “A lot of corners can track the football, but not many can catch the flash of the football,” the coach said. “Now all of a sudden, the PBU [pass breakup] a good player makes, he picks that. He’s one of a few that can do it consistently.”
EDGE Rushers — Joey Bosa, No. 4. Age: 26. Last year’s ranking: 3. In five healthy seasons, Bosa has won Defensive Rookie of the Year and made four Pro Bowls. And he just produced his fourth double-digit-sack season (10.5) and a career-high seven forced fumbles in 2021. 10
personnel evaluator said. “He’s just a classic edge rusher. He’s a nightmare for a tackle because of the way he keeps you guessing.” Bosa was double-teamed on 23% of his pass rushes last year, but that rate could decline with the arrival of Khalil
Safety — Derwin James, No. 4. Age: 25. Last year’s ranking: 9. “He’s one of the few safeties you can do everything with,” an NFL frontoffice official said. “He’s a special player when he’s out there.” But being out there has long been James’ problem. He missed a combined 27 games from 2019-20 with multiple foot injuries. James bounced back in 2021 with 117 tackles (tied for
third among defensive backs), two sacks, two interceptions and three forced fumbles in 15 games. But he still had a few minor issues, including a hamstring injury and a separated shoulder. Offseason shoulder surgery hasn’t stopped the Chargers from rightly making James a centerpiece of the defense, though. “He’s in the same style of player as [Jamal] Adams and [Budda] Baker, but has been a better cover guy than them,” an NFL coordinator said. “You wonder if the injuries will start to affect that, but this season will say a lot as far as how high he is on the list.” The Endzone: Ranked the top-rated CB in free agency, Jackson’s 23 passes defended led all defensive players in 2021, and only Dallas’ Trevon Diggs (11) had more interceptions than his eight.
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You might be a redneck if you’re related to everyone in your town.
Quickies I hate it when guys say that a women belongs in the kitchen. How on earth is she going to clean the rest of the house from there.
Doctor
A married couple were golfing when all
Chinese Waiter
Doctor: “How can I help you today?” Blonde: “It hurts right here, OUCH” she says as she points to her shoulder Doctor: “Ok, Does it hurt elsewhere on you?” Blonde: “It sure does, on my leg here, OUCH” she says as she points to her leg. Doctor: “I see, does it hurt in any other places?” Blonde: “Sure does. On my back right here, OUCH.” she cries as she points to her back. Doctor: “Are you actually a blonde that dyed her her brown?” Blonde: “Yes! How on earth did you know?” Doctor: “Well, you have actually got a broken finger.”.”
My Chinese waiter thinks that all white
Hilarious
of a sudden the wife asks, Wife: “Babe, if I die will you marry again?” Husband: “Of course not.” Wife: “I think you would.” Husband: “Fine, I probably will” Wife: “Will you let her sleep in our bed?” Husband: “Yeah, probably I guess.” Wife: “Would you even let her use my golf clubs?” Husband: “No way, she is left handed.”
people look the same. In fact look, he is delivering our food to the wrong table right now! Hang on... wait a minute.... that isn’t my waiter at all.
Me: “Why did you marry me?” My wife: “Because you are so funny”. Me: “I thought it was because I am so good in bed” My Wife: “You see? You are hilarious”
I asked my doctor for advice on how to lose weight.
One big difference between men and women is that when women say “smell this”, it usually smells nice .
He said “Don’t eat anything fatty.”
I tripped over my wifes bra , It appeared to be a booby trap
He said “you are welcome fatty.
I only hit two good balls today..... when I stood on a rake
Married Couple
Fatty
I asked my doctor for advice on how to lose weight. He said “Don’t eat anything fatty.” I said “Thanks” He said “you are welcome fatty.
I said “Thanks”
IDentist I was at the dentist the other day and he says to me “this might sting a little bit, are you prepared?” I said “yes”. He then went on to say “I am sleeping with your wife.
“Your a Redneck if …. A young Redneck man walks into a bar and orders a bud. The bartender says “you got any I.D son? The young Redneck replies “any idea about what? You might be a redneck if your dad walks you to school because he is in the same grade as you. What do you get when you put the entire West Virginia cheerleading team in one room? A full set of teeth What do Rednecks call fast food? Driving your truck over a squirrel at 70mph How can you tell that you are staying in a redneck motel? When you call reception and say “I’ve got a leak in my sink” and they reply with “sure, go ahead”.
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