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006 Memories from South Wyoming Street - Part Two

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Memories from South Wyoming Street—Part 2

by Marolyn Pensock As we continue our journey, I must correct my typo in the first paragraph of part one. The sentence should read that Broad Street divides Hazleton into north and south, not east and west. Wyoming Street does divide Hazleton into east and west. The center of Wyoming and Broad Street was the hub of Hazleton. Did you know that there was a men’s store on that NE corner called, The Hub? It was owned by a Mr. Rifkin. Now let’s continue our journey on South Wyoming Street.

I must make mention here that everyone I spoke with told me about Moye’s Store. In fact I just learned today that if need be, Mrs. Moye would give credit to a grateful customer. Everyone knew Mrs.Moye and her daughter, Jean..

I’m told it was down near the present day hi-rise apartments. My thanks to those of you who emailed or called me about the name of the bus station. As far as Mike Klesh, June McCauley and I can remember, it was Edward’s Lakes to Sea Bus Company which had the office on South Wyoming Street.

The Milner Hotel, another long forgotten hotel, on South Wyoming St, was on the corner of Wyoming and Chestnut Streets. We can’t forget Mr. Morris Lefkowitz’s Empire Upholstery Business. If you wanted some Kosher food, you shopped at Shulman’s Butcher Shop. There was a Mr.Wachter, the shoemaker and Marsell’s Grocery Store. I know many of these are out of place, but, be that as it may, they are fondly remembered. There was another Jewish Deli by the name of Lintz Jewish Deli, very well patronized.

It was across from the Spic and Span Deli. Bernstein’s Bakery was near Marsell’s Market. Somewhere up there was a small storefront club called Fannie’s where the men would gather to talk over the affairs of the world and maybe play cards and smoke, I’m told. John Smith also remembered the name of the club as The Stargazers.

Remember also, the big three story apartment, the McGarrity building,. built in 1882?

It was located between Beech and Birch Streets on South Wyoming St. Mr. and Mrs.Abe Steinhardt had their drugstore on the corner. It sold a real variety of items, including magazines. Margaret Schattie Giozyb made the ice cream for their soda fountain. Benjamin Walker had his shoemaker shop up there. And Mr.Mariano had a barber shop. Grace Bittenbender Snover of 76 S. Wyoming St.wrote about the family market, Bittenbender’s Grocery Store. It was just up the block across the street from John Boyle’s Funeral Home. The market butchered many a turkey for their customers every Thanksgiving. Grace told me that Mrs. Moye had the best comic

books. Up further, was Mr and Mrs. Cannon’s Family Market, on the southeast corner of their block. Mrs. Cannon was a Campbell girl. The Hugh Campbell’s, of the Hazleton Brick Company, also lived in that South Wyoming Street neighborhood. Two of the daughters were Helen Campbell Burns and Elizabeth Campbell. The small A & P Store was on the corner. Debbie and her husband, Don Murray of WAZL Radio were neighbors of the Chaskin’s. The Schattie Family owned the Checker Cab Company???

Emerson and Betty Neyhart lived up in that block also. The Robert Gillespie Family was at 141 South Wyoming Street, across from St. Gabriel’s Church. The Gallagher Family was among the neighbors, too. John and Alice Conahan and children were counted among the neighbors. Kate Conahan worked at St. Gabriel’s rectory. Mr. Conahan owned the Central Garage on Green Street.

The Chaskin Family lived at 166 S. Wyoming St. Their daughter, Marilyn Gordon, described the building, owned by her uncle, Thomas Schattie, as having four apartments, two up and two down, with a wide front porch. Marilyn loved sitting on that front porch with her girlfriends on a warm summer day or evening. Remember when roller skating was a great pastime?

The skates were metal with ball bearing wheels.

They fit right over your shoes and clipped on the soles in the front. A skate key came with each pair of skates. When you had them on exactly right, you would tighten the skate, get up carefully, and be on your way to adventure and fun.

This fun was not just limited to girls, boys enjoyed roller skating, too. Many a time, Marilyn and her two girlfriends, Jean Gioia Tanner and Loretta Grzyb McNelis, roller skated on the sidewalks of South Wyoming Street. One particular favorite spot was the wonderful expanse of sidewalk in front of St. Gabriel’s Church, as it was known back then. If something was happening inside, the nuns would come out to shoo them on. I’m sure the dear nuns were kept busy, with all the neighborhood children.

The Pugliese Family was at the corner of South Wyoming Street at Beech Street. There was a barber shop, too. The George Overhaul Store was in the middle of the block was owned

by Thomas and Winnie George. It sold so many wonderful items for the childrem: pencils, pens, notebooks, and tablets. They sold all types of school supplies. Later they expanded into small appliances and luggage. Our daughter, Barbara, received her graduation gift of pink Samsonite luggage from George’s. I asked Marilyn Gordon why it was named George’s Overhaul’s. She ex-

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plained that in the beginning it sold all types of denim and blue jeans. George’s were far ahead of their times, when you think of the denim market of today. The Alphonso Esposito Family lived at South Wyoming and Beech Streets. Jean’s Pastry Shop is said to have been in that block. Frank Logudic had a barber shop. Right around there was the Pugliese Family. Their business, Pugliese & Sons was on the side street. There, they made bars and kitchen cabinets, I’m told.

Paul and Ann Matweecha and family lived on the corner. They owned the P & M Bar Company. Mr. Matweecha was ill and had a large window on the side of his home on Chapel St., so he could see all the activities outside. It was his window on the world, one might say.

There are so many familiar Hazleton family names that once lived on south Wyoming Street and many still do. There was Kitty Farley, who married a James boy, making another family. The Goulstone Family was up there, too. I remember Libby Goulstone as having been my nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She took such wonderful care of me.

The Ammon Family lived there. Mr. Ammon drove truck at one time for the Moran Beverage Company.Wasn’t that a great local soda company? Dick and his sister Jane Ammon Quigley, were very helpful in preparing this material along with their friend John E. Smith of Wilmington DE. John lived up there also. Peter Holincheck was nearby on Fulton Court. Sandy Boyle Malt, Louise Matweecha Woodring from South Wyoming Street , all were extremely helpful. Along with Mary Dougherty whose mother, Marjorie and her Dougherty Family was also a part of that neighborhood.

The McNelis Family lived behind the St. Gabriel Church Complex on Elm Street at Manhattan Court. Their daughter, Sara, was one of the folks so very helpful in putting this memory together. Sara had four brothers, Tom, Joe, James, Frank and a sister Mary Jane. Tom and Joe served in Korea and Frank in Vietnam.

We can’t forget Leo and Anna Dougherty and their three sons, Joseph, Leo and James. I think they lived behind St. Gabriel’s School.

Across from the church, where a parking lot exists today, was the double home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O’Hara. They were the parents of Father Thomas O’Hara, the President of King’s College. He was the first alumnus of St. Gabriel’s who became the college president.

It seems to me that there was always a barroom at the corner of Beech St. First, I’m told it was Louie Lauro’s Bar. Then it was Gallagher’s Barroom. Now, it is called Joyce and Bill’s Bar.

On the upper corner of the same block which I think is Noble Street, was Stella and Heimie’s Grocery Store. Somewhere in that next block was a mattress factory, F & L Doors, which is still a thriving business today, and a repair garage was across the street. That may have been owned by Columbo’s . Continuing in you came to Noble Street and Hawthorne Street. You had to cross over Hawthorne St to get to the playground, I’m told. The playground was staffed by the Hazleton School District during the summer in those days. If memory serves me right, the late Mr. Savario Saullo was the person in charge of that program. Of course as the boys got older, I’m told, many of them tried out skinny dipping in the strippings in that area. It must have been cold.

I’m sure all the girls swam a little further on, at Mount Laurel pool, owned by the Giles Phillips Family at that time. My husband’s family had a picnic there, the day before he left for the army in World War II. Tillie’s Pizzeria started up there somewhere, too. The railroad tracks cut through Wyoming Street, but South Wyoming Street continued past the tracks. The Kreisel’s Home was the last home on Wyoming Street at that time. Their meat plant was nearby. Brenner’s Scrapyard was located on South Wyoming Street, just where it still is today. They were the original recyclers, I guess.

Their son, Myron left for the army the same day with my husband, Bob. They were together for

the whole war, in the same outfit, and thankfully, they both came home. There were many local homes that displayed in their window, a small flag with a blue star and sadly some gold stars, too. Sadly, the Mulreaney Family lost two sons.

Their loss was mentioned in a speech by former President Bill Clinton. Fanny Ringo, an elderly lady, had a small convenience store in her home across from St. Gabriel’s church. She sold penny candy and cigarettes and a variety of small items.

During WW II, Fanny displayed photos of every serviceman or woman in her store.

Remember the old song written about New York. Here are some of the words. “East side, west side, All around the town. Girls played ‘ring-around rosy, London Bridges falling down.

Boys and girls together, Me and Molly O’Rouke, Tripped the light fantastic on the Sidewalks of New York”’ Really it could have been written about Hazleton, back then.

I was interested in knowing what it was like growing up in this neighborhood, and during this past century; and, I found that most responses were so similar in nature. It was a slower, seemingly kinder time. Gentler? Better? That, I think, is relevant to the times in which one lives.

Parents didn’t even have to lock the door at night.

Everyone agreed it was a good time to live there; and, they wouldn’t trade it for the world.

Many of you are probably thinking, she hasn’t written about St. Gabriel’s. It was a key element

in the neighborhood. There is so much to be said, that I can’t cover it all in this chapter. There will have to be a part 3.

I did not know that there was a very early synagogue on South Cedar Street. I was wondering where the Jewish folks worshiped and came across this bit of information from Sara McNelis, who had learned it from the late Rabbi Alan Berg. I would like to know more information.

Can anyone add more information? In reality this was a very ecumenical neighborhood with all faiths truly represented. Some may have had to go a little further to worship, but they were there.

The Episcopalians at St. Peter’s on South Laurel, The Greek Byzantine Catholic’s at St. Mary’s on Beech Street. The Italian’s at Holy Rosary also on South Poplar, The Tyrolean’s on South Church Street at Our Lady of Mount Carmel. They were the oldest Tyrolean church in our country. The German Grace Reformed Church started at the southwest corner of South Cedar Street. The St. John’s Primitive Methodists were on South Poplar and Juniper Streets. And, of course, the Irish worshiped on South Wyoming Street at St. Gabriel’s. Hopefully I haven’t missed a place of worship. Dare I say, Heaven forbid? More next time, will be forth coming.

As always, my thanks to you all who contributed in any way to this article. I can be reached by phone through Panorama or by e-mail: mrs49@ptd.net.

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Summertime Exercise: Keep Cool in Hot Weather

by Jerrod Ferrence, M.S., Lead Exercise Physiologist of Fitness, Hazleton Health & Wellness Center It’s finally summer, the perfect time to be outdoors and take a walk, bike ride, or hike!

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Under normal conditions, your body will adjust to the summer temperatures. However, the combination of exercise and higher air temperatures increase your core body temperature even further. Your body will react in several ways to cool down, including perspiring, and sending more blood to circulate through your skin. The addition of high humidity adds more stress to your body, because sweat doesn't readily evaporate from your skin, raising your body temperature even higher.

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School is Out and the Dentist is In!

by Frank Glushefski, D.M.D. School is out and summer is finally here! The warm summer days give way to vacations, backyard barbeques, and a whole host of outdoor activities. After what seems to be a prolonged winter, everyone, including myself, wants to take full advantage of the much anticipated summer.

Although it may be the furthest notion from your mind, a family visit to the Dentist this summer should be on your agenda. Most people, including parents, are unaware that children are far more susceptible to oral diseases, tooth decay, and gingivitis than are adults. The fact that children are home from school as are college-aged teens affords a perfect, most timely, opportunity to schedule appointments with the Dentist. This appointment should be made for a thorough cleaning, oral hygiene instruction, and both clinical and diagnostic examinations.

Early detection and treatment of any oral issues such as tooth decay or gingivitis will assure a perfectly uneventful and dentally painless upcoming school year. If advanced treatments such as root canals or even more commonly third molar extractions are necessary, the long days of summer versus during the school year is a major advantage.

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Help your loyal friend Beat the Heat!

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rate, exhaustions, seizures or vomiting. Pugs and Persian cats are more vulnerable to heat stroke. Because of their flat face structure, they have a harder time panting effectively; so when they are experiencing excessive heat, they aren’t able to get the adequate amount of oxygen into their body.

Take the following safety measures during the summer months to keep your beloved pet healthy and help them beat the heat: Refresh their water dish frequently and put ice cubes in it for added cooling; spray them with cool water if they will let you; provide easy access

to shade; take walks in the early morning or late in the evening and always stop frequently for water breaks; avoid hot sidewalks-you don’t want their paws to burn; groom your pet-the excess hair will hold unwanted heat close to their body; fill up a plastic kiddie pool for them to cool off in. If they like to swim in larger bodies of water, be sure to keep an eye on them at all times; keep older, overweight or sick pets in air conditioned rooms as much as possible.

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Hernias-A Common Surgical Diagnosis

by Anthony M. Carrato, MD Hernias are abnormal protrusions of intraabdominal contents through a defect (hole) in the abdominal wall.

Hernias occur in both men and women, but overall men are about five times more likely to have a hernia than women, with approximately 1 out of 10 men having a hernia during their lifetime.

Many factors play a role in the development of hernias, with the main underlying cause being loss of tissues strength and elasticity from aging or repetitive stress wear and tear such as lifting at work. Another common cause of hernias is increased intra-abdominal pressure. Chronic coughing, as seen with asthma and copd, chronic constipation, pregnancy and obesity, all increase ones risk of developing a hernia. A significant cause of hernias is any prior abdominal operation; the incision weakens the abdominal wall can lead to the development of hernias.

There are many types of hernias. The most common are inguinal (groin) hernias, umbilical (bellybutton) hernias, and ventral/incisional hernias.

How do you know if you have a hernia?

The most common complaint of people with hernias is a lump. Patients will notice a lump in their groin or abdomen which may be new, or may have been present for a long time but is getting bigger. Often times the lump is painless, or only hurts depending on the level of activity. Patients will notice that the heavi-

er the activity they are doing, the more the lump bothers them, like shoveling snow or doing heavy lifting. The lump that patients notice is not actually the hernia, or hole, but instead it is what is pushing through the hole that shouldn’t be, such as the fat that lays over the intestines, or if the hernia is large enough, a loop of intestine or colon. The biggest problem with these types of “painless” hernias is that there is a possibility that whatever is “stuck” in the hole may not be getting enough blood flow. When this happens the hernia is “strangulated.” This is a surgical emergency and if not treated urgently and properly it can lead to another medical problems and even death.

Most hernias should be repaired if the patient can medically tolerate the surgical procedure.

Most hernias are repaired as an out-patient-going to a surgical center or hospital in the morning and going home a few hours after the procedure. This holds true for both small and large hernias.

Minimally invasive techniques and laparoscopic repairs are considered the standard of care for most hernias, large or small. Both procedures use mesh, a reinforcement that looks like a screen. Mesh strengthens the repair and reduces the risk of the hernia reoccurring. Using mesh with laparoscopic techniques for umbilical and ventral/incisional hernias and using mesh through a 2 to 3 inch

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What you need to know before having Arthroscopic Knee Surgery

by Ting Oh, PT Arthroscopic knee surgery for arthritis is one of the most common surgeries done and according to the literature, also one of the most unnecessary.

It has been known since 2002, that surgery to clean out arthritis (Debridement) is no more effective than placebo surgery. In a study that was published in the New England Journal of Medicine, they compared arthroscopic knee surgery for arthritis to simulated surgery where incisions were made but nothing else was done. The results: “At no point did either of the intervention groups report less pain or better function than the placebo group.”

Another common arthroscopic knee surgery performed is for meniscal tears. Recently the New England Journal of Medicine pub-

lished another study that showed arthroscopic surgery for torn meniscus was no more effective than physical therapy. In this study, patients with meniscal tears were assigned to either surgery or physical therapy groups.

Both groups showed significant improvements in self ratings of function at 6 months with very little difference between the groups: “…we did not find significant differences between the study groups in functional improvement 6 months after …”

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You may think when you have knee pain, the last thing you want to do is exercise.

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We here at Hazleton Physical Therapy are experts at helping people recover from pain and injury to maximize quality of life. We are manual therapists which means we use hands on techniques to affect and assist healing tissue to allow you to move and perform at your best.

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by Dr. Alexandra Wasmanski, OD Dry, red, itchy, sandy, scratchy, and gritty Dry Eye Disease has been described in many different ways. It can cause your vision to be blurry, your eyes to burn and water, and can make you feel just miserable. This chronic condition is known to affect nearly 100 million people worldwide.

To properly treat Dry Eye Disease, the exact cause needs to be determined. An optometrist can perform a number of tests to diagnose if your irritated eyes are from allergies, decreased tear production, Meibomian gland dysfunction, inflammation, or from a combination of reasons. A tear break up time shows how quickly the tear film evaporates. A Meibomian gland evaluator assesses if the glands are functioning properly. The LipiView interferometer captures detailed images of the tear film. An osmolarity test evaluates the integrity of the tear film. And a Schirmer’s test measures the quantity of tear production.

Once the dry eye cause has been determined, treatment can begin. The doctor will choose the appropriate therapy based on your

testing results. Restasis is a prescription eye drop used to increase tear production. Artificial tears decrease irritation. Steroids may be used to diminish inflammation. There are also mast cell stabilizers and/or antihistamines to suppress allergic eye conditions. Omega 3 supplements in their natural triglyceride form are not only anti-inflammatory, but help to thin out the blocked lipids.

Specifically, for the evaporative form of Dry Eye Disease which affects nearly 86% of patients, there is now the LipiFlow procedure. LipiFlow is a 12 minute, painless inoffice treatment used to unblock the Meibomian glands and enable them to resume their natural production of lipids. This decreases lid inflammation and allows for a healthier tear film.

While in the examination room, both eyes may be treated simultaneously. A disposable eye piece is used to apply controlled heat to the inner eyelid while intermittent gentle pressure is applied to the outer eyelid. The relaxing massaging motion facilitates the release of lipids from the blocked Meibomian

glands. Once completed, the patient is free to go about their daily routine. Some initial extra dryness may be noted, but soon fades away. The doctor will then set up a post-treatment care regimen and follow-up appointments based on the severity of the dry eye condition.

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Tension Headaches

by Dr. Joseph Bafile A condition involving pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck, usually associated with muscle tightness in these areas. Tension headaches are one of the most common forms of headache. They can occur at any age, but are most common in adults and adolescents.

If a headache occurs two or more times weekly for several months or longer, the condition is considered chronic. Tension headaches result from the contraction of neck and scalp muscles. One cause of this muscle contraction is a response to stress, depression or anxiety.

Any activity that causes the head to be held in one position for a long time without moving can cause a headache. Such activities include typing or use of computers, fine work with the hands, and use of a microscope. Sleeping in a cold room or sleeping with the neck

in an abnormal position can also trigger this type of headache. Other causes include spinal misalignment, eye strain, fatigue, alcohol use, excessive smoking, excessive caffeine use, sinus infection, nasal congestion, overexertion, colds, and influenza. Tension headaches are not associated with structural lesions in the brain.

As child I suffered from headaches, thus the reason my mother thought outside the box of conventional approaches to healthcare and took me to a Chiropractor. Whether you are young, middle aged or reaching the prime of your life it is never too late to seek Chiropractic help to address the need of your body to function at optimal wellness. Chiropractic care works on correcting misalignments that cause headaches and relieving symptoms asso-

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by Marlin Duncan, Comfort Keepers As the country continues to experience its recent history of long, hot summers, it is becoming vitally important that we understand symptoms of heat related illnesses, especially for our seniors. Our bodies work hard every day to maintain a normal temperature. Excessive heat forces our body to work harder than normal, which often is the root cause of heat-related illness. Essentially the heat forces our bodies to work beyond their limits. For senior citizens, this can be a dangerous – and even deadly – problem. With awareness and preventative measures, caregivers can help their senior loved ones enjoy a healthy, active summer.

Seniors don’t ‘feel the heat’ the way younger people do, and so might not be aware of the risks of high temperatures. Physiologically, as we age our bodies lose some natural ability to regulate temperature making seniors more susceptible to temperature changes in the environment. One such change is that the subcutaneous layer of fat beneath the skin, which acts as a natural insulation to hear and cold, dwindles. Also because seniors perspire less, it’s harder for them to keep cool which also increases their risk of becoming overheated.

The two most serious conditions for seniors that result from heat and exposure to high temperatures are heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Heat exhaustion is a non-life-threatening condition caused by loss of salt and fluid from the body that results from prolonged exposure to extreme heat. Characteristic symptoms of heat exhaustion include headache, blurred vision, nausea, upset stomach, ashen appearance, low blood pressure, vomiting, sluggishness, fatigue, thirst, rapid weak heartbeat, profuse sweating and moderate increase in body temperature.

Once you recognize that the senior in your life is in distress and exhibiting the symptoms

of heat exhaustion, it’s imperative to take action to cool him or her down. Move him or her to a cool, dry place to lie down and rest. Loosen or remove clothing. Apply cool water to the skin and fan the wet skin. Applying ice that is wrapped in a towel to the head, neck armpits and groin areas can help to bring down the body temperature, too. Also have him or her drink cool water. The water should be cool, but not iced. Electrolyte drinks are also good for someone experiencing this condition. Heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke.

Heat stroke, on the other hand, is a life threatening condition. It requires immediate medical attention. Heat stroke occurs when the body cannot cool itself, usually because sweating stops and the body's core temperature becomes too high. Conditions like obesity, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, as well as taking some medications commonly prescribed to seniors, being dehydrated or consuming alcohol in elevated temperatures, can all contribute to the increased risk of heat stroke.

Symptoms of heat stroke include headache, dizziness, elevated or lowered blood pressure, disorientation, agitation, confusion, sluggishness, fatigue, seizures, hot dry skin, fainting, loss of consciousness, increased body temperature, rapid heartbeat and hallucinations.

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People age 65 and older can lose their sense of thirst, and tend to not drink enough. Older people also have less ability to perspire, which is a mechanism to release heat from the body.

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Dehydration is caused by loss of salts and water in our bodies due to severe sweating, extreme heat, vomiting, diarrhea and certain medications. Severe dehydration can become life threatening to the elderly because there is no longer enough fluid in the body to carry blood to the organs. Symptoms of dehydration include thirst, dry skin, fatigue, confusion, light headed, dry mouth, increased heart and breathing rate and decreased urination. Seniors who are dehydrated should be moved to a cool place to lie down and rest. They should drink water to replenish fluids.

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Can Aquatic (Water) Therapy help me?

by Tianna Bolinsky, PT, DPT, DAC What is aquatic therapy? Would I benefit from aquatic therapy? Can I go anywhere I chose for aquatic therapy? My name is Tianna Bolinsky, PT, DPT, DAC. I am a physical therapist and clinic manager at PRO Rehabilitation Services, located in the Valmont Industrial Park in West Hazleton. In this article I will answer these questions and more!

What is aquatic Therapy and why does it work?

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ical therapist or physical therapy assistant provides skilled exercise techniques in the water. Aquatic therapy helps patients decrease pain and muscle spasms, while increasing movement, strength, agility, balance, endurance, and improving weight loss!

Aquatic therapy is effective because it takes advantage of the natural properties of water to aid in rehabilitation. The buoyancy of the water provides support to the body and takes pressure off of the joints. Aquatic therapy provides an environment of decreased weight bearing for greater ease in walking, jogging, and balance activities. The warm temperature of the water promotes muscle relaxation, increases flexibility, and decreases pain. The natural pressure provided by the water (hydrostatic pressure) can help decrease edema in any extremity and the flow of the water allows for resistance and strength training.

Would I benefit from aquatic therapy?

Aquatic therapy can aid in the rehabilitation of arthritis, low back pain, sciatica, shoulder pain, degenerative disc disease, ambulation dysfunction, stenosis, knee pain, herniated discs, plantarfascitis, low back and neck surgeries, rotator cuff, ankle injuries, ACL/MCL injuries, and many more. Our therapists design an aquatic therapy program around the needs of the patient and provide support and instruction to you in the water.

Can I go anywhere I chose for aquatic therapy?

YES, but you should choose PRO Rehabilitation Services. Many patients who first come to PRO Rehabilitation Services in the Valmont Industrial Park are surprised to discover that we have the largest, heated therapy pool in the Hazleton area! The dimensions include a shallow end, 3 to 4 feet deep of 30 feet long x 20 feet wide, a deep end, 5 to 7 feet deep of 40 feet long x 30 feet wide. This design allows patients the benefit of shallow and deep water exercises every visit. Our custom designed therapy pool includes an entrance via wide steps with handrails, or a chair lift can be utilized to enter and exit the pool.

This makes it easily accessible for anyone to try aquatic therapy because we have tailored it for all types of patient populations. Also, we have great, experienced therapists who are in the water with their patients.

Pro Rehabilitation Services, located in the Valmont Industrial Park, has been a provider to the Hazleton and surrounding areas since 2000. PRO Rehabilitation Services offers easy parking, and convenient morning and evening appointments. We also offer the continued use of our facility via a wellness program so that you can utilize the exercises learned and continue them for a healthy future. At Pro Rehabilitation, we not only want to “get you well,” we want to “keep you well!” P

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Physical Therapists treat Vertigo

by Dr. Tim Kelly, PT, DPT Every year, millions of people in the United States develop vertigo, a spinning sensation in your head that can be very disturbing.

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common types of vertigo.

If you've been diagnosed with BPPV, you're not alone—it's estimated to affect at least 9 out of every 100 older adults. 40% of adults over the age of 60 have experienced at least one episode of vertigo.

The good news is that BPPV is treatable.

Your physical therapist will use special exercises and maneuvers to help.

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is an inner-ear problem that causes short periods of dizziness when your head is moved in certain positions. It occurs most commonly when lying down, turning over in bed, or looking up. This dizzy sensation is called vertigo.

BPPV is thought to occur because of debris, which some call “ear rocks” or “crystals” that move from one part of the inner ear to another. These “ear rocks” are called otoconia

and are tiny calcium carbonate crystals that are supposed to be attached to a part of the inner ear called the utricle. In BPPV, the crystals become loose and go into another part of the inner ear, the semi-circular canals (usually the posterior canal). When you move your head a certain way, the crystals move inside the canal, stimulate the nerve endings, and you become dizzy.

At Physical Therapy Specialists, our therapists help determine if the cause of your dizziness is BPPV. Most of our patients recover from BPPV with a simple but very specific head and neck maneuver. This maneuver is designed to move the crystals from the semicircular canal back into the appropriate area in the inner ear (the utricle). The most common treatment designed to fix the problem

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The Laurels: July 2013 Annual Laurels Family Carnival June 15th Family is very important to us at the Laurels, our facility is operated by family and we strive to welcome and include many generations in our resident’s everyday activities as well as our many special events. Each year we have a special reunion to bring our very large Laurels family together to share a day of fun. We are very proud of our “Laurels Family” and feel this very special yearly event is more than just a “Reunion”; it is a celebration of family unity. This year, we celebrated

10 years of serving the seniors of the Hazleton Area, and we couldn’t be more proud of our dedicated staff and administration!

Our month-long celebration concluded with a Laurels Carnival featuring a traditional party atmosphere! We had a big wheel game, 50/50 chances, kid games, tricky trays, popcorn machine, hot dogs, pizza and more! Entertainment was provided by the Tune Bandits.

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you to Rose Mislitski and Mary Jane Roman who each received a bouquet of beautiful roses. We are honored you have chosen the Laurels to be your “home”. We cannot stress enough how lucky we are to have shared our past 10 years with such wonderful residents and family members. We thank everyone who was able to join us for our special anniversary celebration!

Father’s Day Social In recognition of our special dads, we hosted a “Father’s Day Beer and Pizza Party” on June 14th at our facility. Homemade pizza with the works, spicy pepperoni, gourmet cheeses and a variety of ale were available for us to indulge. We remember our dads and all the hard work and dedication they gave to our families through the years. Thank you to all our amazing fathers!

Laurels Retirement Living The awareness of retirement living has risen dramatically in recent years. Many older adults who are still active and healthy don’t want to be burdened with all the maintenance and expenses of a house. Instead, they are seeking vibrant and worry-free living environments to enhance their peace of mind.

The Laurels Senior Living Community provides a full range of attractive independent living choices for today’s seniors.

For independent living residents, The Laurels offers a wide variety of social, cultural and recreational programs. Book groups, baking classes, theater outings and shopping excursions — these are just a few of the many activities our residents enjoy. We listen to residents' feedback to develop programs that will complement our seniors' current interests as well as help them discover new ones.

The Laurels is designed for those who want to be a part of an engaging social environment, who have passion for life and live with purpose in life. Our residents can expect value, convenience, comfort and security. Should the need ever arise, care continuums that include Personal Care and Respite /Short-term Care are available.

For more information about any of our events or services, or to schedule a private tour and complementary lunch, please call the office at 570-455-7757. P “The Laurels Senior Living Community… ”Where Our Family of Residents Come First!”

The Cell Phone Epidemic

by Stacie L. Sando, DC I hear many jokes these days about outrageous cell phone bills due to over-texting.

Mainly parents will come to the office and share about how tier child mad 13,000 texts that month. We laugh but let’s fast forward a few months that same child, who lives on their phone, has now developed headaches and neck pain and maybe he or she has even begun to crack their own neck. The truth of the matter is more and more children are visiting the chiropractor not for wellness but for issued directly related to their cell phone.

Why does this affect kids so much and why am I calling it an epidemic? The one thing

we always comment about any child is how much they grow. If the trunk is crooked so grows the tree. If they spend countless hours looking down with their neck bent forward eventually they will develop spinal issues in their neck and upper back. Without intervention chiropractically, it will create spinal issues for life. The scary part is more and more kids are getting cell phones at younger ages.

I ask you to be a silent observer for a few days and look at the posture of the children around you. When they are on the phone, does their head sit directly on top of their shoulders? Do their shoulders roll forward? Do they roll or crack their neck or complain of headaches?

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Did you know that you can look years younger without going under the knife?

by Debi Shandrick You can look years younger without going under the knife. The Non-Surgical Face Lift is the alternative to cosmetic surgery. It is safe, painless, and has no downtime. The NSFL is a Microcurrent Skin Care System, a non-invasive skin rejuvenation that lifts sagging muscles and re-educates the muscles giving a toning effect. It increases collagen and elastin, increases oxygen and blood circulation, regenerates, sculpts, firms, deep cleanses, and detoxifies your skin.

Microcurrent offers an alternative to surgery.

It has become one of the most sought-after treatments for sagging skin or a dull complexion, and may be especially effective for getting rid of superficial lines and wrinkles. If you are experiencing signs of premature aging, you can effectively get rid of wrinkles, dark patches and other skin problems with Microcurrent. Microcurrent facelift procedures and skin treatments are designed for aging skin, but can also be used on younger skin to slow down the aging process. Microcurrent also helps to maintain face the results of cosmetic surgery and help speed up the healing process after surgery.

Here are some of the benifits: • Diminishes or eliminates fine lines, creases & wrinkles • Hydrates & revitalizes skin, making it smoother & softer • Improves circulation & lymphatic drainage Visibly firms &contours, lifting the overall droop • Restores the ‘pink glow” hue of youthful skin • Tightens sagging jowls, double chins, and fatty cheeks • Clears up or reduces Acne, Sinusitis, and Rosacea • Reduces dark circles & puffiness under eyes This is not a one time quick fix treatment and the number of treatments required will vary from person to person depending on their current condition. We offer a free consultation to anyone who may be interested in this type of Advanced Skin Care. Please feel free to call Robert Stevens Face & Body to schedule one for yourself. P Debi Shandrick is a Certified Aesthetician, Licenced Skin Care Therapist and the owner of The Skin Care Center at Robert Stevens Face & Body, 536 Route 93 in Sugarloaf.

For more information or to make an appointment, call 570-788-SKIN (7546).

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What’s New with Sunscreens?

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Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton provides Advanced Care for nearly three decades A cancer diagnosis can be frightening and life-altering. For more than 25 years, patients in Greater Hazleton and communities throughout Luzerne County have turned to the Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton to help them fight their battle with cancer.

Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton uses a personalized approach to patient care and treatment, with all team members working together to optimize the patient experience and outcomes.

Medical Director Dr. Chi Tsang, a boardcertified radiation oncologist with more than two decades of experience, leads the center’s

cancer care team. Experienced specialists, including a radiation oncology nurse, radiation therapist, medical physicist and dosimetrist, each serve an important role in patient care.

“Cancer patients deserve the best radiation treatment and care, and that is exactly what we provide at Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton,” said Dr. Tsang. “Our approach brings together a compassionate team of fully certified and licensed medical professionals and some of the most advanced radiation treatments available for cancer.”

In October 2012, Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton marked an important mile-

stone in its advanced and evolving methods for treating cancer when the center moved to a new location and added state-of-the-art technology.

The 5,000-square-foot facility at 1701 E. Broad St. in Hazleton offers patients a range of leading-edge radiation therapy options.

When Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton moved to its current location, an advanced technology called ExacTrac® was installed and expanded the center’s radiation treatment capabilities.

ExacTrac enables doctors to treat tumors with greater accuracy in a painless, noninva-

Stay Motivated this summer Attending a class with others who are motivated to get fit and have fun will inspire you to keep healthy and try something new every time you come into the Y! Group Fitness Classes are a fun, motivating, and challenging way to fit exercise into your daily routine. A great alternative or compliment to any workout program, these classes are led by highly skilled certified instructors.

The Y is proud to offer the community the newest trends in fitness to try including Bellyfit, Lesmills BODYPUMP, Lesmills RPM, Piloxing and Yoga.

Bellyfit is the newest WOMEN ONLY class to be offered at the Y. It is an energizing blend of belly dance, Bollywood, Bhangra, and African dance to ethno-infused techno, tribal rhythms, and relaxing ambient tracks.

It’s designed to foster the mind-body connection, give a butt-busting cardio workout, sculpt and tone the core, and relax your body through stretching and mindful meditation.

Lesmills BODYPUMP™ is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses,

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lifts and curls. Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for and fast!

Lesmills RPM™ is the indoor cycling workout where you ride to the rhythm of powerful music. Take on the terrain with your inspiring team coach who leads the pack through hills, flats, mountain peaks, time trials, and interval training. Discover your athlete within - sweat and burn to reach your endorphin high.

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Experience the incredible energy that only group classes can give you. Instructors lead you through the workouts providing you effective, fun and easy-to-follow steps. Your first class is FREE! For more information about the Y or any of the classes listed above call Marijo at 570455-2046 or visit hazletonymcaywca.org. P

sive outpatient procedure called image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT). During treatment, the ExacTrac system pinpoints tumors with a high-resolution, low-dose X-ray beam and automatically tracks patient movement throughout treatment with an infrared optical tracking system. These tracking capabilities allow radiation doses to be delivered with extreme precision, minimizing radiation exposure to healthy tissue surrounding a tumor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our facility offers patients multiple advanced radiation therapy options, greatly benefiting residents of Luzerne County who otherwise might have traveled to larger metropolitan areas for the services we provide,â&#x20AC;? said Laura Sitch, site manager for the center.

In addition to IGRT, Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers several other advanced treatment options for patients seeking quality care close to home. Treatment services include external-beam radiation therapy (EBRT), 3-D conformal therapy, intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and brachytherapy.

Patients treated with EBRT receive a certain number of daily radiation treatments over a period of seven to eight weeks. Treatments are outpatient procedures that usually take about 15 minutes each. IMRT, another type of three-dimensional radiation therapy in which beams of varying intensity are aimed at a tumor from different angles, allows doctors to customize the radiation beams delivered to individual patients, resulting in improved targeting when compared to conventional radiation.

Brachytherapy is an alternative to surgical removal of the prostate gland for men with prostate cancer. During this procedure, a physician inserts small radioactive seeds into the prostate gland with a needle guided by an ultrasound device. Patients who undergo brachytherapy are usually allowed to return home on the same day. Brachytherapy has been shown to provide excellent long-term success rates with minimal side effects while offering a non-surgical option for prostate cancer patients.

Accredited by the American College of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton adheres to rigorous clinical and safety criteria, ensuring firm standards for quality care and patient safety.

Cancer Treatment Center at Hazleton offers free, off-street parking, as well as resources and support for patients and their families.

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The lost art of Handwriting

by Larry Ksanznak There are fewer and fewer personal letters being delivered by the Mail Carriers. We have taken our eyes off the essence of communication, the writing of letters to friends and in using personal notes to transact business. My wife sends 20 personal notes on every major holiday to our friends. They look forward to receiving their personal message in the mail. She receives many thank you comments for bringing this personal touch on holidays. We are finding in our society that we are growing ever more formal and with fewer personal contacts. It is easier and quicker to send an e-mail or text a friend.

Children are texting, tapping, and typing on keyboards more than ever, leaving less time to master the important skill of handwriting. As you review your lengthy list of e-mails and text message, you slip further and further into quantity vs. quality of communication. When was the last time you sent a personal letter to a former high school/college friend? When was the last time you sent a personal letter to a relative?

When was the last time you wrote in a journal?

When was the last time you sent a thank you letter to a teacher? When was the last time you sent a letter of appreciation to a volunteer group for the extra work they do in your community?

When was the last time you wrote a business letter? A personal note in your handwriting does make a difference.

During my elementary school experience, I remember the daily tasks of correct cursive formation of letters. In the first two grades, we used manuscript to form the basis for letter formation.

At the mid semester of grade two, we were introduced to cursive writing. The two main methods of instruction in handwriting were either the Palmer Method or the Peterson Method. There were exercises in push pull between two lines in your tablet or making a loops and curlicues in these blocks. If you were left-handed, the teacher gave you help in curving your hand to write your letters without smudging your paper. As you became better in shaping letters your teacher gave you the opportunity to personalize the formation of your writing.

The elementary curriculum in the 1940’s thru 1960 was well designed in terms of a well-balanced instruction. The majority of the instructional time was devoted to the Language Arts, Arithmetic and the Sciences. In the Language Arts, program the Reading period was devoted to word attack skills, oral and silent reading and comprehension. English classes were engaged in composition writing, creative writing, spelling, poetry and penmanship. Social Studies pro-

vided ample time to learn about our neighbors, Canada and South America. There was time allocated to a study of regional sections of the United States and the role of the early explorers and settlers in forming the configuration of our country. The Science classes used the natural outdoor settings to gain an understanding of our environment. Every day there were two recess periods to strength our physical well-being. Art and music were taught by the regular classroom teachers. I remember in my first teaching assignment as a fifth grade teacher I taught all subjects including art and music. There was the use of Units of Study that gave you the opportunity to correlate the arts into the study of the Regions of the United States. The beauty of teaching during this time period was that you were a teacher and not teaching for the passing of a standardized test. This was a time when education was the highest priority in our country. Professional educators were responsible and accountable for school achievement and not the politicians.

Teachers earned their respect and admiration the old fashion way-- they earned it. There was a strong partnership of trust and confidence between home and school.

TWO SCULPTURES “I dreamed I stood in a studio, and watched two sculptors there.

The clay they used was a young child’s mind, and they fashioned it with care.

One was a teacher; the tools he used were books, and music, and art: The other a parent, who worked with a guiding hand and a loving heart.

Day after day, the teacher toiled, with touch that was deft and sure.

While the parent labored by his side, and polished and smoothed it o’er: And when at last their task was done, they were proud of what they had wrought.

For the things they had molded into the child, could neither be sold or bought.

And each agreed he would have failed if he had worked alone.

For behind the TEACHER stood the SCHOOL, and behind the PARENT, the HOME.” I enjoyed teaching handwriting in the fifth grade. I felt there was a correlation between learning good penmanship that enhanced learning in spelling, vocabulary and composition skills. I noticed that in handwriting classes there was an improvement in the attention span, motor skills, tactile, kinesthetic and eye hand coordination. When the students wrote a report or

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composition, they used cursive writing to complete their assignment. The majority of our teenagers in today schools only use block print/manuscript writing. We have become a “Please Print” society. When you complete most forms you are asked to print all the required information. At the bottom of the form you sign your name but under the cursive writing you are asked to print your name.

Two newer methods of teaching handwriting are being used in our schools. The ZanerBloser method and the D’Nealian method that is used in special needs classrooms. The goal of both methods is to give the student confidence in hand written thank you letters, note of appreciation, writing a business letter or composing an essay to be posted on the computer. The emphasis is in developing a personal style of shaping letters into words that are legible and graceful. It is recognized that all students will not have beautiful handwriting skills but they can obtain a high degree of legibility. There is a feeling of self-assurance when you can write a personal note and mail it to a friend. When you receive a letter with a hand written note, it is more meaningful than the standard e-mail with a smile face at the end of the message. My wife and I would send letters of congratulations to our high school students when they achieve an honor for academic, athletic or community achievement. It is interesting how many of our former students remember these personal notes with fond memory. Many of the students we sent notes to are now sending handwritten messages of appreciation or a personal thank you message in their community.

So sharpen your pencil or take out a good ballpoint pen and try your hand at writing a personal message to a friend. It is not the push pull practices or the drawing of rows of circles but the shaping of letters that represents your personality. Handwriting is still the best form of communication--try it, you will like it.

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Calendar of Events July/August 2013 July 6 & 7 The Carbon Model Railroad Society will hold a Christmas in July Open House at 529 Ore Street in Bowmanstown on Saturdays and Sundays, from 1 to 5pm. The building is also open on Thursday, July 11 from 7-9pm. The main HO scale display is in various stages of completion and is an excellent learning tool.

The clubs portable HO and N scale displays will also be in operation on the second floor along with new and pre-owned trains and accessories for sale. Admission is free; donations are welcome. The building is air-conditioned.

For more info, call 610-826-6636.

Good Shepherd Church Summer Festival on Saturday & Sunday, July 6th & 7th, from Noon to 9PM at the church grounds at 87 S. Hunter Highway in Drums. There will be live music, games, face painting, tricky trays and more. Lots of great food including chicken fingers, sausage & peppers, potato pancakes, kielbasa, pierogies, haluski, and more will be served. Everyone is invited to attend!

July 10 Learn the proper way to benefit year round from the delicious herbs grown in your garden by attending a workshop on Preservation of Herbs presented by Penn State Extension Master Gardener Jo Robbins at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, July 10, at the West Side Annex, Forty Fort. Registration and a fee of $5.00 are requested. Call the Luzerne County Extension at 1-888-825-1701 or email LuzerneExt@psu.edu.

July 11 AFSCME Retirees Sub-chapter 8701 will meet on Thursday, July 11 at Tom's Kitchen, 656 Route 93 in Sugarloaf. Lunch will be at noon and meeting at 1p.m. New members are welcome.

July 13 Lehighton Area Pool Pals FAMILY FUN NITE, Saturday, July 13 from 7 to 10pm at Baer Memorial Swimming Pool in Lehighton. Fun for all ages!Swim, Dance, Eat!!

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A workshop on Raised Bed Gardening will be presented by Penn State Extension Master Gardener Mary Ann Miller at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 13 at the Chamber of Commerce Board Room, Citiscape, next to the Downtown Hazleton Farmers’ Market.

Learn the benefits of raising vegetables in raised beds and ways of creating them.

July 13 & 14 The Carbon Model Railroad Society will hold a Christmas in July Open House at 529 Ore Street in Bowmanstown on Saturdays and Sundays, from 1 to 5pm. The building is also open on Thursday, July 11 from 7-9pm. The main HO scale display is in various stages of completion and is an excellent learning tool.

The clubs portable HO and N scale displays will also be in operation on the second floor along with new and pre-owned trains and accessories for sale. Admission is free; donations are welcome. The building is air-conditioned.

For more info, call 610-826-6636.

Hazleton Area Garden Club, District II/ III Flower Show “A Novel Idea”, featuring Designs and Horticulture, Saturday, July 13 from 3 to 8pm and Sunday, July 14, 11am to 5pm at the Hazleton Health and Wellness Center, 50 Mosiey Drive in Hazle Township.

The show is open to the public. There will be a food court featuring hot dogs, haluski, beef bbq, pasta salad, fruit salad, numerous desserts and beverages. Children’s Reading Hour will be held on Saturday from 4 to 5pm and Sunday from 2 to 3pm. Children under 12 years old are admitted free and donation for Adults to enter the show is $5.00. For more information, call Marilyn at 570-455-4654 or email franzmt@ptd.net.

July 14 3rd Annual Car Show by Volunteers of Loving Care, Sunday, July 14 (Raindate: July 21st) from 9am to 3pm (car should be on field by 12 noon) at the Laurel Mall (Regal Lot) in Hazle Township. Trophies in 18 Classes plus Best of Show and VLC Award at 3pm. $10.00 per car day of show - $8.00 in advance by July 2. West Hazleton Fire Company will be selling food and DJ Rockin' Ray continued on page 40

The demand for Coal during the World Wars

by By Kristen Bogash, Eckley Miners' Village It’s impossible to think about northeastern Pennsylvania without considering its alternative name—“the anthracite region.” This nickname acknowledges the industrial foundation of the area’s rich coal heritage. This foundation, however, was created through the employment of several thousands of impoverished immigrants looking for a new life on American soil.

While “the anthracite region” is still a name in common use today, the demand for hard coal was not as consistent.

The need for anthracite witnessed great fluctuations throughout the years able-bodied workers might not have a job at one moment, yet be hired on the spot at other times. If we look back at the 1914 through 1918 time period, the World War I era, the production of coal was an essential. While the war draft whisked thousands of coal miners off to fight for America, several thousands more were exempted from the draft, as coal mining was a critical industry during war production efforts.

Returning from war front, however, men who had earlier toiled as miners were now displaced war veterans. These men were not always guaranteed the chance of returning to the normality of the work they knew in the mines because the high demand for coal during wartime no longer existed. If we look at the time span right after World War I leading into the Second World War, coal productivity drops to 60 million tons each year in the 1930s, from 100 million tons at the peak of production in 1917.

Despite two decades of decline, World War II significantly increased demand for hard coal in a much higher demand once again, making the 1940s era another “boom time” for anthracite mining and more than 20,000 men foundrs' jobs as deep vein coal miners in the Hazleton area alone. During the Second World War, coal was used for muc more than fuel in America. Coal was sent by ship to England to aid their war industries.

It was also used to fashion high-impact plastics in the construction of aircrafts, used for medicinal purposes, and was experimentally liquefied as an attempt to create an alternative to gasoline.

By the mid 1950s, the need for coal was in sharp decline. The devastation of war had been over for nearly a decade, but destruction of the anthracite mining region was ultimately evident. Veterans of war had come

Eckley Coal Miners- circa 1940 (Eckley Miners’ Village Archives)

home to find few mining jobs awaiting them and even fewer as each year passed. By 1957, mines throughout the Hazleton area employed no more than 2,300 miners total. In terms of coal as fuel, gas and oil had become more dominant for home heating as coalfired locomotives were replaced with diesel engines, and the few industrial users of hard coal switched to cheaper fuels.

The final collapse of deep coal mining in the anthracite region occurred by the 1960s.

The demand for coal fell so sharply that production throughout the entire anthracite region fell below twenty million tons, and no more than thirty thousand workers down from a 1917 high of ___, total were employed. Strip mining, also known as surface mining, became as the prevalent means of coal production, although it had the most devastating and lasting effects on the environment and employed minimal numbers of workers.

This July, Eckley Miners’ Village will recollect the war efforts that took place throughout the anthracite region and overseas during the Second World War era by hosting 1940s Weekend: The World War II Years on Saturday and Sunday, July 27 and 28 from 10 a.m.

to 5 p.m. both days.

Allied and Axis forces will take up camp throughout the village, showing visitors life on the war front through weaponry demonstrations, displays, cavalry drills and military vehicles. Eckley volunteers will be portraying the families of anthracite mining families on the home front throughout the region. Several houses will be open, giving visitors a peak into the daily sights of mining families. Entertainment for the weekend includes live performances by Friar’s Point Band on Saturday, the Vinatieri sisters, Hazleton Liberty Band on Sunday and more. Severin Fayerman, Holocaust survivor and resident of Reading, Pa., will be speaking about his experiences in the concentration camps of Auschwitz and Buchenwald both days.

Admission to the weekend is $10 adults (13-64), $9 seniors (65+), and $6 children (612). Saturday evening from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Freeland Public Park Pavilion (Front St., Freeland) will be a 1940s Swing Dance.

Music will be provided by the Hazleton Philharmonic Big Band Sound. Admission to the dance is $10 at the door, $8 for those in 40s attire/uniform.

Eckley is located just off Route 940 in Luzerne County, 10 miles east of downtown Hazleton. For additional information, call the village at (570) 636-2070, visit our website at www.eckleyminersvillagemuseum. com, or find us on Facebook. Eckley Miners’ Village is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission with active support from the Eckley Miners’ Village Associates. P Sources: History of Hazleton. Eckley Miners' Village Tour Manual. Weatherly, PA. 2003). Eckley miners' village: Trail of history guide. (1st ed., p. 31). Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books.

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Stemmrich not only offers multiple varieties of blueberries, but also provides a beautiful backdrop in a scenic setting that is perfect for the entire family. Come visit Stemrich Blueberry Farm located at 71 East Cherry Road, Nescopeck Pa. The farm is located in Nescopeck Township about 1 mile north of Amish Pantry, ½ mile off Route 93.

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The Iron Age, 1829 through 1950 and Danville, PA are truly synonymous. In 1829, the first Iron foundry was established in Danville to manufacture wagon boxes, plowshares, andirons sadiron and griddles. In 1839-1840 Iron Ore started to be mined locally and in 1840 the first Anthracite furnace to efficiently produce iron was opened in Danville. On Oct 8, 1845, the first T-rail in America was rolled at the Montour Iron Works, the largest iron manufacturing plant in the United States. The T-rail made it possible for Pennsylvania and America to become the leader in the industrial revolution.

2013 Festival Highlights • Friday July 19th: The festival kicks off with the unfurling of a replica of the 93rd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Co. H, Regimental Flag on Friday. The original flag was presented to the Regiment by the ladies of Danville and it was unfurled in Virginia on June 27, 1865. At 3 pm, there will be a Battle of the Bands. Come and listen to the Excelsior and Dodworth Bands clash with 'music' from the Civil War era. The Excelsior Band will take the Union side and the Dodworth Band will compete with music from the Confederacy.

The IHF parade steps off at 7pm. Bands marching in this year's parade will include the Union Volunteer Fife & Drum Corp, the Dodworth Band, the Danville Community Band, and the Excelsior Band.

• Saturday July 20th: Mill Street will be the center of activity with strolling entertainers, music stages, artisans, food, special stages, Victorian Highwheelers, a miniature display and more. The schedule at the Danville Middle School features the Tennis Tournament, 5K Run, Quoits Tournament, BSA Chicken BBQ and the all-day Civil War Encampment.

On Mill Street, there will be Civil War Trolley tours throughout the day featuring historic sites around Danville – a ticket is required.

Presentations by James Getty, who will present as Abraham Lincoln, and the Confederation of Union Generals are significant events on this day. The Morning Reception with Lincoln, the Boxed Lunch with the Confederation of Union Generals and the Train

Rides to Bloomsburg or Northumberland are featured Saturday events that require a ticket.

• Sunday July 21st: Sunday features a Fly-in at the Danville/Riverside Airport, Sunbury Road, Riverside. Celebrate the Airport’s 75th Anniversary while watching the planes fly in: visit with the pilots and learn about their plans. There will also be radio-controlled flyers showing off their skills with tricks for their

model planes. A display of antique farm machinery and an antique car show will also be featured. Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase. Plane rides available for a fee.

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There are so many new contests, activities and entertainment options at the Schuylkill County Fair this year that it is hard to include them all. The Fair schedule looks like it has been completely revamped. The traditional contests and activities are still available, but there are many new contests, activities, exhibits and entertainment options added to the schedule. The contests that are new to this year’s Fair include: catapults, flying saucers ,adult milk chugging, pie and pierogie eating, modified truck show and shine contest, family feud, egg relay, and watermelon seed spitting.

Interactivity programs abound again this year at the Fair. The new activities for this year’s Fair are: an expand Ag Detective program, PA Farm Bureau Mobile Ag Science Lab, Tai Chi, Exerattes , Folks Butterflies, antique appraisals, Tuscarora R.C. Flying Club, line dancing, ID Me Child Identification, family walks, hula hooping, and Zumba.

Farming for the Day has seven new interactive exhibits that include: butter churning, chicken clucking, soil Sam, mystery mush, butterflies, flying grasshoppers, and corn bag toss. Ag Arena Activities on Tuesday and Saturday have some new interactive programs which include: Balloon plant, twine bracelets, boo, boo bunnies, Gak, play dough, and ice cream in a bag. Line dancing lesson will

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Daily entertainment new to the Fair this year includes four venues: Skin and Bones, Comedy Circus in the Amphitheater, Bawana Jim in the Weston Pavilion, Wagstaff and company, ventriloquist on the Schaeffer Harley Davidson Stage, Porcupine Pat in the Dr. James S. Shadel Nature Center with a number of nature learning stations set up to engage kids with time in a bottles, turtles, trees, leaf and flower prints, pot pourri pinecones, and stick stars .

The M&T Bank Main Stage will feature new acts. Monday night, The 60’s Boys will take the stage with two performances at 7 and 9PM. Tuesday, Laredo sponsored by Vist Bank will perform with two shows. Wednesday, Twitty Fever Band sponsored by Red Lion Café will appear at 7 and 9PM. Thursday, The Return, Beatles Tribute Band takes the M&T stage at 7 and 9PM taking you back to Liverpool England. Friday will feature The Ante-Up Tour with Country Music Stars Steve Holy and Jason Michael Carroll sponsored by Schaefer Harley Davidson. Saturday rounds out the week with Shawn Klush the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist for two performances sponsored by Kreitzer Sanitation.

Special attractions to the Fair throughout the week include: Todd Gladfelder, chain saw artist; Eli Brill, unicyclist, Truck Pulls both diesel and gas on Monday and Wednesday; Anniversary Celebration with a giant sundae on Wednesday and the week rounds off with the Schuylkill County Idols Check out the Fair schedule on line at www.schuylkillfair.com for the times and places of all the new and exciting contests, activities and entertainment. Follow us on Facebook and twitter for the very latest. P SPONSORED BY BRAND

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senger $10. All proceeds go to foundation 58's effort of supporting local heros battling Hinkle, Sr. will be playing oldies throughout cancer. For information, call Andy Mhley at the afternoon. For more info, call Kris Palush- 570-233-2534 or Dianna at 570-578-6968. ock at 582-7329 or Jeff Fritz at 956-6377.

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July 26 & 27 Holy Rosary Parish Picnic, Friday, July 26 from 5 to 10pm and Saturday July 27 from 5 to 10pm at Holy Rosary Church 240 South Poplar Street in Hazleton. Entertainment by the Legends Oldies Band on Friday and the Swingmaster on Saturday. We will have our usual fantastic food including antipasto, cavatelli, homemade meatballs, chicken fingers, fried dough, potato cakes, pizza (many varieties), halushki, halupki, pasta fagoli, homemade pierogies, sausage & peppers, pork bbq, hot dogs, fresh cut fries. We also offer fruit salad, homemade waffles & ice cream, snow cones, cannoli, a variety of homemade bake goods and drinks. Come join the fun!

July 27 Do you need guidance in selecting plants for your yard? Have you planted shrubs or trees that no longer look attractive in their locations? Penn State Extension Master Gardener Dave Orbin will address these issues in Common Landscape Mistakes and How to Avoid Them at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 27 at the Chamber of Commerce Board Roam, Second Annual "Christmas in July" Craft and Citiscape, next to the Downtown Hazleton Vendor Show, Saturday, July 20 from 10am Farmers’ Market. to 4pm at Moyer's Grove Campground. Rain or Shine! Proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish August 2 & 3 Foundation. Over 40 Crafters and Vendors. CVCO will once again host Valley Day/ Food, face painting, tricky trays, and also a Nite the first weekend of August. This public Crafter and Vendor Scavenger Hunt. For event will be held on the evening of Friday, more information, call Tammy at 570-788- August 2 and all day on Saturday, August 3 at Conyngham borough grounds off Main 7757.

July 20 Ringtown Community Yard Sale, Saturday, July 20 from 8am to ?. Approx. 150 yard sales throughout the Ringtown borough, plus refreshments for sale by local churches and organizations. Maps available at the Ringtown Area Library, 132 W. Main St. and online at www.ringtownlibrary.org by July 19th.

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August 2-4 Rescue Hook & Ladder Co. #1 of Shenandoah Block Party, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Aug 2, 3, & 4. Food available Friday 11am, Saturday 1pm and Sunday 4 pm. Bingo nightly 6 to 10pm. Fire Apparatus Parade Friday 7:30pm; Horseshoe Tournament Saturday 9am; Motorcycle Poker Run Saturday at 1 pm. Registration for events 11am, rain date Sunday.

August 15 Dr. Lori’s Antiques Appraisal Event, Thursday, August 15 at 6pm at Wilkes University in Wilkes Barre. To register, contact 888-4311010 or www.DrLoriV.com.

September 28 Second Annual SAFE, Inc. Walk for Autism and Resource Information Fair (Rain or Shine), Saturday, September 28 from 8:30am to 12:30pm at Hazleton High School. SAFE, Inc. is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization supporting families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. Our Hazleton area families with autism describe a lack of support and resources in their area. Thus, SAFE, Inc. is organizing our Second Annual Walk for Autism and Resource Information Fair to help bring crucial information to this community.

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by Carl Simchena

The Eddie Forman Orchestra (EFO) Eddie Forman is a musician, educator, arranger, and polka band leader of the Eddie Forman Orchestra, otherwise known as EFO. He has been promoting polka music for over 45 years.

Eddie was born on June 3, 1953 in Hadley, Massachusettes. His parents were both Polish and exposed him to polka music at an early age. They were strong believers in keeping the Polish traditions and music alive. As a young boy, Eddie was inspired to play the accordian by watching the great Myron Floren. He started taking lessons on this instrument when he was only 5 years old.

Eddie graduated from Hopkins Academy High School and went on to Westfield State College, where he graduated in 1976 with a degree in Music Education. In 1978, he returned to Hopkins Academy as the full-time music director. Since then, he has involved more than 60% of the school's student body in his music program. Over the years, Eddie has introduced his students to the Polish Heritage by having his Marching Band participate in the Pulaski Day Parade in Northhampton, Massachusettes. He has even had some of his students play polka music in his polka band-- EFO. Eddie started The Eddie Forman Orchestra (EFO) in 1968 when he was 15 years old.

To this day, the band continues to perform with one of the busiest schedules in the polka industry--with over 90 engagements per year.

Over the years, Eddie has performed at all of the major polka festivals throughout the country, including the Seven Springs Polka Fireworks. He has also made several appearances at the Bethlehem Musikfest.

EFO has recorded seventeen albums, the latest being "Movin On".

Eddie and the band has received numerous awards in recognition of promoting polka music and the Polish culture. In 1989, he

was presented with a citation from the Governor of Massachusettes in honor of his dedication to the polka industry. In April of 2006, he received his greatest honor when he was voted into the International Polka Music Hall of Fame.

In 1979, he married Carol (Adase) Forman for Roselle Park, New Jersey. Carol was also involved in polka music. She was a polka dance instructor and had a dance group called the "Polka Dolls."

The Eddie Forman Orchestra (EFO) has one of the largest followings in the New England area. He credits the band's longevity to his dedicated fans, the fine musicians in his band, and his wife, Carol.

Eddie Forman will be appearing this September at the Freeland Events Center. More on this later.

In closing, be sure to listen to my radio show--The Polka Connection--on "Hometown Country" WAZL in Hazleton. We party every Sunday morning from 10:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. with the "Coolest Polka Show on the Radio." You can listen on line by going to www.wazlam.com.

Finally, check out our band--The Polskie Swingmasters--this month. On Sunday, July 7, we will be appearing at the Good Shepard Church Picnic in Drums, PA . On Saturday, July 20, we will be performing at the Holy Name of Jesus (Transfiguration) Church Pic-

Panorama writer and Hometown Country WAZL radio host, Carl Simchena and his daughter, Alicia, met up with country music star and "Dancing With The Stars" champion, Kellie Pickler, before her recent concert at Mount Airy Casino and Resort in Mount Pocono, PA.

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This is a great CD to add to your collection. It contains fine musicianship and "smooth" arrangements. "Tell Him No" is a nice tune with "catchy" lyrics. Other songs you will enjoy include "Marianne Polka", "Happy Oberek", "Tell The Boys Polka", and the "Early Morning Oberek." This CD was recorded at Hank Guzevich's studio in Bloomsburg, PA. You can order it by calling Eddie at 413-584-2043. His website is www.eddieforman.com .

nic, Green Street, in Hazleton starting at 7:00 p.m. Then, on Saturday, July 27, be there for our appearance at the Holy Rosary Church in Hazleton, starting at 6:00 p.m., followed on Sunday, July 28 at the Dupont VFW in Dupont, PA at 2:00 p.m. Our friend, Eddie Biegaj will be joining us on this engagement.

Come on out and party with us.

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Any size and any media will be accepted, but it must be for sale and priced under $100. Art must be framed and ready for display. The art league will take a 30 percent commission on all art sold.

Artwork will be accepted on Friday, July 12, and Saturday, July 13, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the league, 225 E. Broad St., Hazleton.

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An annual award recognizes the work of unknown writers. sold over 50 million copies of their work.

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Wine in Austria dates back to Roman times and most of the wine production is focused in the northeast of the country across the three main valleys of Wachau, Kamptal and Kremstal. Traditionally the domain of small farmers with production only for their homes, today, there are more than 48,000 acres of grapevines planted -70 percent to white grapes.

The main grape is the indigenous variety of Grüner Veltliner (Gr-oon-err Velt-leanerr), which accounts for one-third of total wine production. Considered by many as a "chameleon" due to its versatility, its aromas are often described as a harmonious blend of the floral perfume of German Riesling with the zip flavor of Sauvignon Blanc and the lusciousness of Pinot Grigio.

The Mosers: Wine Pioneers A pioneer in the production of quality Grüner Veltliner is the Moser family, which has been making wine in the Lower Austria region since 1124.

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In the Kitchen

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Here we are….July again and summer is in full swing. The gardens are planted and growing well due to the abundant sunshine and rain. The flowers are beautiful no matter where you look. The children are getting ready for their full month of being out of school and enjoying all the things that kids love, from outdoor sports, to swimming, vacationing and just simply enjoying life. The holiday that pulls all Americans together with the wonderful story of the Independence of our nation from England, falls on a Wednesday this year, but none the less opportunity for us to enjoy some quality time with our families and friends and honoring our great nation and those who built it, defended it and died for it.

Here are a few recipes that you can add to your picnic this year, or to take to a friend’s home for nice dinner. P FOOD FOR THOUGHT...

"Where liberty dwells, there is my country." —Benjamin Franklin

Soy Sauce Chicken Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, skinned and boned 1 C. sour cream ¼ C. soy sauce ¼ tsp. black pepper (optional) Directions: Place chicken in a greased casserole dish.

Mix sour cream, soy sauce, and pepper.

Spread over chicken.

Bake covered for one hour at 350 degrees.

Serves 4.

Strawberry Trifle Ingredients: 2 (3-4 oz.) pkgs. Instant vanilla pudding 4 Cups Milk 20 vanilla wafer cookies 2 pints strawberries, hulled and sliced Directions: Combine pudding mix and milk and beat.

Pour half of pudding into a two (2) quart bowl or trifle dish. Top with vanilla wafers, then sprinkle with strawberries. Top with remaining pudding. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.

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Grandma’s Peach French Toast (pictued to the left) Ingredients: 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter 2 tablespoons water 1 (29 ounce) can sliced peaches, drained 12 (3/4 inch thick) slices day-old French bread 5 eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 pinch ground cinnamon, or to taste Directions: In a saucepan, stir together the brown sugar, butter and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

Pour the brown sugar mixture into a 9"x13" inch baking dish, and tilt the dish to cover the entire bottom. Place peaches in a layer over the sugar coating, then top with slices of French bread. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla. Slowly pour over the bread slices to coat evenly. Sprinkle cinnamon over the top. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Remove the dish from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before baking to come to room temperature. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bread is golden brown.

Spoon out portions to serve.

Quickie Hawaiian Pork Ingredients: 2 lb. lean pork roast cut into 1” cubes 1 (14 oz) can pineapple chunks with juice ¼ C. vinegar 1 tsp. ginger Directions: Combine pork, pineapple chunks with juice, vinegar and ginger. Simmer in large pot for one hour covered. Serve over rice.

Serves 6

Mandarin Orange Cake Ingredients: 1 box yellow cake mix 1 stick butter 1 can mandarin oranges 4 eggs Directions: Combine ingredients and add juice drained from mandarin oranges and beat until fluffy.

Add oranges; beat well. Spread batter in greased 13” x 9” pan and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until done. When cake has cooled, frost with Pineapple Frosting.

Pineapple Frosting Ingredients: 1 pkg. instant vanilla pudding 1 (8 oz.) Cool Whip 1 (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple Directions: Mix pudding and pineapple until smooth, add Cool Whip. Beat until fluffy. Frost cake.

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America's Top Charity Influencer (NAPSA)-It may come as a surprise to some, but the famous face that can encourage people to donate to charity more than any other is that of the First Lady.

According to a survey conducted by Harris Interactive, Americans are 12 times more likely to donate to a charity endorsed by Michelle Obama than by a famous actor or singer. Respondents were more likely to give to her charities than causes endorsed by the following: • Three times more likely than Oprah Winfrey.

• Four times more likely than Taylor Swift.

• Six times more likely than Angelina Jolie or Alicia Keys.

• Twelve times more likely than Justin Bieber.

Meanwhile, 65 percent said they wouldn't donate to any celebrity's cause.

What You Can Do Wherever you stand on the subject of the survey, you may care to consider the charities

the celebrities endorsed: • Alicia Keys-Keep a Child Alive provides lifesaving services for children and families affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India.

• Taylor Swift-DoSomething.org provides resources to teens to make a difference in their communities through social change.

• Justin Bieber-It Gets Better Project shows teenagers in the LBGT community that they are not alone-and it will get better.

"We applaud everyone, whether you're famous or not, who stands up for the causes that he or she cares about," said Lesley Mansford, CEO of Razoo, a crowd funding platform for causes, which commissioned the survey. "One certainly doesn't have to be a celebrity to make a difference. Anyone can make a difference by giving either his or her money, time or influence."

Her organization has empowered individuals, nonprofits and communities across the country to raise over $149 million online-one

small donation at a time. With access to over a million nonprofits, Razoo makes it easy to donate to charity. At the site, you can also set up your own fundraiser for your favorite cause.

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• Caramel Apple Dip: Set a dish of this warm dip on a pretty tray and surround it with freshly sliced apples or pears, and simple gingersnap cookies. For a family fun dessert, dip marshmallows and then roll them in chopped nuts.

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Master Gardener: It’s not too late to plant Summer Squash

by Mary Ann Miller, Master Gardener Among my favorite vegetables are summer squash such as zucchini, yellow crookneck, and patty pan. The term summer squash refers to the edible fruit of any species of Cucurbita (C. pepo) eaten when immature. Those squash which are eaten when fully mature (e.g. acorn, butternut, spaghetti) are known as winter squash. When properly cured, the latter store well and are excellent for baking.

Summer squash, on the other hand, are best harvested when young and tender (about 5-6 inches long) and eaten soon after harvest.

Summer squash are warm weather crops which should not be planted until the soil warms and there is no danger of frost. Although some people like to purchase squash plants to obtain an earlier harvest, it is not necessary. I always plant seeds directly in the garden and am amazed by how quickly and abundantly they produce, usually beginning in early July. Squash may also be planted as late as July or early August and still produce a good crop. .

Squash grow best in slightly acidic soil (pH of 6.2 to 6.8) which is high in organic matter.

Adding compost is very helpful. Fertilizer is best applied based on the results of a soil test (available from Luzerne County Extension or a garden supply store). Squash plants grow quite large, and are usually planted in “hills” of 2 to 3 plants with 3 to 4 feet between each hill Mulching is very important for water conservation and weed control when growing squash because of the spacing requirements.

Black plastic or landscape fabric is especially effective. Plastic mulch is not permeable to water so a soaker hose or irrigation system underneath is necessary to provide adequate moisture. Landscape fabric does allow the passage of water to the soil.

Squash produce separate male and female flowers, with only the female flowers produc-

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Diseases such as powdery mildew, downy mildew, mosaic viruses and bacterial wilt can affect squash. In my experience, insects such as the squash bug, squash vine borer, and cucumber beetle are the biggest problem.

Insects are especially harmful because, in addition to the damage they cause themselves, they can transmit disease to the plants as well.

Since squash are most susceptible to insect damage when young, protecting them with row covers can minimize damage without the use of insecticides. Be aware, however, that the covers must be removed when the plants flower so that pollination can occur.

Some experts advise delaying planting summer squash until mid July or the beginning of August to discourage insect problems So, it is not only not too late to plant summer squash -- it may even be beneficial!

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Scranton Craftsmen – It's all about the customer We wanted to introduce ourselves to you and tell you a little about us, but the truth is, it’s not about us. At Scranton Craftsmen, we believe it should be all about you, our customer. We know we aren't the only game in town.

We know that there are other companies out there. We also know there is no other place where you can buy high quality products and still get top of the line, superb customer service. Our team makes it their mission to think like a customer first.

Family owned and operated since 1956, we are the area’s premier supplier for contractors and homeowners alike. Our inventory consists of precast step units, ready mix concrete, septic tanks, utility vaults, manholes, catch basins, retaining wall block units, Bilco basement doors, custom and designer wrought iron railings, fences and gates, precast piers, bollards, bumper blocks, wire mesh sheets, jet aerobic tanks and dosing tanks, just to name a few.

The iron workers in our steel warehouse have over 100 years of experience. You can choose from a variety of existing designs or,

you can create a custom design of your own, which is why our motto is “If You Can Dream It, We Can Make It”. We offer indoor and outdoor stair and balcony railings, indoor and outdoor spiral staircases, gates, fences, pool fences, burglar bars, fire escapes and even custom and designer household decorative items.

We are a National Precast Concrete Association and PennDOT certified facility.

Our ready mix facility is fully computerized to ensure consistency and quality with every pour. Our ready mix trucks are housed in a garage to ensure that they are well kept and highly maintained which means our trucks are reliable and won’t break down due to maintenance issues.

Although we have an extensive inventory and product listing, what sets us apart is that we know that when we sell a set of precast steps, those very steps will be the meeting place for your children and their friends. When we sell you a precast pier, it's not only supporting the deck, it's supporting the family and friends that will attend many outings on that

deck. When we pour a driveway, it's not just a place to park your car, it's where three pointers and jump shots will be made and when we pour a foundation it's where you, the business owner, will have a new place to call "home".

We are always thinking about the bigger picture which is why we only produce products of the highest quality, with YOU in mind.

We encourage you to go online to www. scrantoncraftsmen.com. Our website has just been redone and is user friendly. There, you will find our full product listing, photos of all of our products, product specification sheets, concrete calculator, product slide shows, credit application, employment application, our blog and even some online games geared towards the construction industry for you to try your hand at.

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Pioneer Pole Buildings has you covered

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Do you need extra space for your business?

For horses, or cars? For your farming equipment, or plain-old stuff? Whatever you need to store, Pioneer Pole Buildings can help you create the right building for it.

Pioneer has a range of stock building sizes at affordable prices, and can fill almost any custom storage request. These structures are built to last, designed to be pleasing to the eye and fit within your budget, with financing available on all projects. This reputation of quality has made Pioneer the premier post-frame builder throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.

An example of Pioneer’s high standards can be found in their exclusive use of the 28-gauge steel Frontier Panel, manufactured for the company

by Everlast Roofing, Inc., it’s the thickest roofing panel in the industry. The hard-wearing steel panel comes with a 50-year, non-pro-rated warranty and has been tested and proven to provide unmatched strength and durability. Pioneer is proud to provide their satisfied customers with the product’s advanced Galvalume coating, superior primer and paint system and a unique heat forming process that creates this unparalleled steel panel. The Frontier Panel has historically been the clear winner in headto-head, critical performance testing with competing products.

Whatever your plans are, Pioneer provides enough options and choices to build the storage structure of your dreams. Seventeen steel panel color choices, board and batten siding, stone facing, and a range of vinyl siding colors will make matching your new building to your existing structures a breeze. And, with a variety of sliding, overhead and entry doors to choose from, windows to add, copulas and weather vanes to choose from, customization is only limited by your budget. CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE! Call Pioneer Pole Buildings and talk to them about your needs, and a design will be created just for you. Or, choose from one of Pioneer’s low-priced stock buildings. Whatever you choose, their friendly staff will be glad to help you get the best-looking, most functional building possible, at a great price.

“Quality is the most important part of our business,” said Bob Greene, president of Pioneer Pole Buildings, Inc. “We work to constantly improve so we can offer top-quality post-frame buildings at competitive prices, while also providing top-notch customer services. Our employees are dedicated to the simple philosophy that quality matters, and we strive to be the leader in our industry every single day.”

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Kitchens are defining the look of Today's Homes (NAPSA)-Kitchens are cooking up some of today's hottest decorating trends. That's the word from experts who say families are using their kitchen as never before.

Gathering there to do homework, socialize, watch TV-even cook-they're making the kitchen, in many cases, the busiest room in the house.

However, while kitchens may be busy, the decorating trends associated with that family focal point are anything but. Instead, those trends feature clean lines, sleek appliances and innovative storage solutions.

Said Janice Jones of national homebuilder Pulte Homes, "In the past, home design was driven by practicality, but now homeowners want function and design to meet. The kitchen is now a driving force in defining the decor of the home overall."

Jones added that the company's 700-plus new home communities across the country feature fully furnished model homes because the majority of homebuyers prefer to see the design ideas "in action."

Pulte also allows homebuyers to design their dream kitchen with a click of a mouse with its new interactive Kitchen Studio. Images on www.pulte.com allow users to visualize a custom kitchen space by selecting from a variety of colors and finishes-from flooring to wall color.

Here are some of the leading trends for 2013: • Islands: New kitchen layouts and designs are open and island-centric. They call for multi-

functional spaces that allow everything from homework to craft projects. To keep the clutter off the island but near the kitchen, the innovative Pulte Planning Center is a multifunctional space used for bill paying, family organization, homework or as a computer room. Consumers also want multipurpose islands, so kitchens now have two islands.

• Color & Appliances: Two-tone colors and contrasting colors on cabinets, counters and appliances are an emerging trend in kitchen design. "This is the biggest visible news in the appliance world in years," said Jones, adding that the new look was inspired by popular high-tech gadgets, such as smartphones.

• Storage: Megasize storage for bulk and food items is in demand. Other innovative storage solutions include larger deeper drawers in lieu of cabinets on the lower surfaces; pop-up

Gathering there to do homework, socialize, watch TV-even cook-families are making the kitchen, in many cases, the busiest room in the house.

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Here are some drip basics to help you save water: 1. Start by estimating the water needs of your plants. Knowledgeable and helpful staff at a garden center can assist you in determining just how much water your plants need to be healthy.

Different plants will have different requirements depending on their variety and the conditions of your yard, such as sun exposure and soil type.

2. Drip systems can either be incorporated into an existing automatic sprinkler system or through a manual connection to an outdoor hose faucet.

A manual hose-end connection can also be easily automated by using a battery-operated timer such as the Rain Bird Electronic Garden Hose Watering Timer.

3. For optimum performance, keep your water

pressure under control with a pressure regulator.

These simple devices keep your water pressure in the ideal range of within 20 to 50 psi. Drip systems are most efficient when operating at the correct pressure.

4. Include a filter in your system to prevent clogging. Drip uses smaller diameter openings than traditional sprinklers, so tiny bits of dirt and debris may clog your system if you don't use a filter. The good news is that filters are relatively inexpensive and easy to install.

A well-designed drip irrigation system will lose practically no water to runoff, deep percolation or evaporation. Steady, consistent watering can also lower plant stress, which leads to healthier and happier plants while lowering your water bill.

Rain Bird, a global leader in irrigation technology, offers an online step-by-step guide to drip irrigation in addition to interactive demos and a drip calculation program to help homeowners and contractors design and schedule drip irrigation systems correctly. You can check it out at www.rainbird.com.

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Grandparents’ Rights

by Stephen A. Seach, Esq. With regard to child custody, grandparents (and great-grandparents) may have rights.

The Pennsylvania Domestic Relations Code addresses who may file for custody of a child. In the code, grandparents and greatgrandparents may file, under certain circumstances. In this respect, the law recognizes that grandparents may have much to contribute to the child’s well-being.

One common situation is where grandparents have already taken the child into their home. Then, due to a change in circumstances, the child moves in with his or her parents.

The statute provides that, when the child resided with the grandparent or great-grandparent for at least 12 consecutive months (ex-

cluding brief temporary absences from the home) and is removed from the home by the parents, there is a right to file an action for custody. The action must be filed within six months after removal of the child from the home.

There are other circumstances in which grandparents may file for custody. Each case depends on its own facts.

If you are a grandparent, or anyone else seeking custody, you should consult with an attorney to understand your rights and how to enforce them. The Seach Law Offices provides legal advice and represents clients in custody matters. Call our office for a free consultation. (570)359-3283. P

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Guard personal and financial information: Take extra measures to protect your Social Security number. That means not sharing it unnecessarily, not using it as your password and not carrying information with you that contains the number.

You should also avoid sharing personal details that are often used to access financial accounts-such as your birth date, home address and mother's maiden name.

• Monitor your accounts: Remember to review account activity regularly, especially during the holiday shopping season, when you may be spending more than usual. By monitoring your accounts online-at your bank and credit card websites-and setting up account alerts that can be sent via e-mail or mobile device, you can spot suspicious activity early. Notify your financial institution immediately of any unknown or suspicious transactions.

• Go paperless: Fraudulent activity can result from mail and garbage theft, so consider switching to online statements. Online bank statements look and function just like paper statements-you can

use them for record keeping and taxes.

When possible, replace paper invoices, statements and checks with electronic versions if your employer, bank, utility provider or merchant offers them. If you have to keep some paper statements, be sure to shred them before discarding, and always shred documents that contain personally identifiable information, such as Social Security numbers.

• Recognize fraudulent communications: Fraudsters use a variety of methods to obtain your information: Phishing is when fraudsters send an e-mail that appears to come from a reputable company with links to spoof websites requesting your personal and account information. Vishing is a phishing attempt made through a telephone call or voice message, and smishing is a phishing attempt sent via SMS (Short Message Service) or text message to a mobile phone or device.

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Common questions about bankruptcy

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Don't Like Pressure? Your Tires Do (NAPSA)-Investing a little time and effort to make sure your tires are road worthy can pay dividends when it comes to safety.

Experts say the first step is to make sure your tires are properly inflated.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, underinflated tires contribute to more than 600 fatalities and 33,000 injuries each year. Simply checking your tire pressure can help you stay safe during your next trip.

To get the most from your tires this summer, here are some maintenance tips from the world's largest tire and wheel retailerDiscount Tire: • Get Pressure Right-Low tire pressure can decrease fuel economy. Tires may lose up to one pound per square inch per month. The specific inflation pressure number can be found on the vehicle placard located on the driver's side doorpost, glove box door, fuel door or in the owner's manual. Custom tires and wheels may change standard air pressure requirements, so if you customize, have a pro check them out before you go.

• Don't Overload Vehicle- Overloading decreases fuel economy due to increased wind drag and cargo weight. Handling, control and braking are also negatively impacted.

• Rotate Before You Go-Regular rotation helps achieve uniform tire wear and improves road performance. Tires rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles have longer life and help to maximize your tire investment.

• Straighten Up-Proper wheel alignment provides safe, predictable vehicle control and helps tires wear evenly and last longer.

• Bald Isn't Beautiful-Lack of tread affects the tire's ability to grip the road. Make sure tires don't have uneven wear, high or low spots or

Air pressure in a tire goes up in warm weather 1-2 pounds for every 10-degree temperature change. Make sure the weather isn't affecting your tires by using a tire gauge to check your pressure.

unusually smooth areas that can decrease traction and increase the risk of road accidents.

A Five-Minute Fix Checking tire pressure and tread is easy and can pay dividends when it comes to fuel economy and handling. Don't go by appearances. Use a tire gauge to check since a tire can be 50 percent underinflated but still not appear flat.

Make it a habit to check tire pressure every month and always before a long trip. Use the vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire pressure.

Additionally, check tire tread depth by using the "penny test." Insert Abe Lincoln's head upside down into the tread. If you see his entire head, it's time to replace the tire.

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Here are a few things you can do to improve the life of your vehicle and impress prospective buyers: • Get it serviced regularly-Change the oil at specific mileage intervals recommended for your car.

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2. Check the hoses and belts to make sure they're not cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear.

3. Check the battery and replace if necessary.

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4. Check the brake system annually and have the brake linings, rotors and drums inspected at each oil change.

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10. Check the wipers and lighting so you can see and be seen. Check that all interior and exterior lighting is working properly and replace worn wiper blades so you can see clearly when driving during precipitation.

"Neglected vehicle care almost always means much higher costs down the line in the form of more extensive repairs or lost resale value," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. "Following a routine maintenance program makes financial sense, extending useful vehicle life and helping avoid costly repairs down the road."

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The program recognized the scholastic achievements of students from Hazleton Area, Immanuel Christian School, Marian Catholic High School, MMI Preparatory School, and Weatherly Area High School.

Students recognized at the event were: • Hazleton Area: Alexandria Ator, Serina Bayer, Mikel Cammisa, Nicholas D'Amato, Ashley Dudinyak, Devon Eichfeld, Tyler Farley, Jacob Fetterman, Amanda Gordineer, Jennifer Jarnutowski, Amanda Kaschak, Kevin Kesselring, Kyle Klein, Kassy Kozel, Hannah Levine, Kody Masters, Megan Mehalick, Jennifer Milore, Shaidy Moronta, Cindy Nguyen, Harry O'Byrne, Kristen Opiary, Kellie Palko, Tyler Palma, Brittany Porreca, Justine Rossi, Kelly Sones, Laura Ulshafer, Nicholas Valentine, and Bradley Zanette • Immanuel Christian School: Naomi Centrella and Kelly Schwiker.

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• Weatherly Area: Michael Embick, Laura Palmer, Krista Lutzick, Maura Kelly, Devon Bizarre, Jaquiline Watkins, Elaina Busher, Heather Cichowic, Erin Dougherty and Katlin Vack.

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Pictured in photo: Front row: Kelly Schwiker, representing Immanuel Christian School; David Polashenski, representing MMI; Mary Kate Sherkness, representing Marian Catholic; Michael Embick, representing Weatherly Area; Kelly Sones, representing Hazleton Area, Dr. Jodi Lenko, guest speaker; Mayor Joe Yannuzzi, and Mark Grochocki, representing Senator John Yudichak. Back row: Pastor Jim DeRamus; Kelly Schwiker, Immanual Christian School; Tom Hood, MMI; Sue Ann Gerhard, Marian Catholic; Stuart Tripler, Weatherly Area; Rocco Petrone, Hazleton Area; Allen Wagner, Chamber Vice Chair and Program Chair; Vincent Kundrat, representing Congressman Lou Barletta.

Missing from photo Rep. Tarah Toohil.

John Yudichak, Representative Tarah Toohil and Mayor Joe Yannuzzi.

The Academic Awards program is organized with the cooperation of the school officials from each of the High Schools involved. Participating in this year’s presentations were Rocco Petrone, Hazleton Area, Stuart Tripler, Weatherly Area, Tom Hood, MMI, Kelly Knowldon, Immanuel Christian School and Sue Ann Gerhard, Marian Catholic High School. Also serving on the planning committee, in addition to Mr. Wagner and the school presenters were: Donna Palermo, President of the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce, Linda Mantush, Marketing Assistant for the Chamber, Florie McNelis, PPL, and Dr. John Madden.

In addition to the Academic Achievement awards, Dr. John Madden, chair of the Greater Hazleton Area Civic Partnership Scholarship committee, presented four scholarship awards to Jose Fetteroff, Eddie Holderman, Dominic Maduro, and Stephanie Texeira.

Speaker for the evening was Dr. Jodi Lenko, MD. Musical entertainment was provided by students from Hazleton Area High School. The invocation and benediction was provided by Rev. Jim DeRamus, Apostolic Faith Church.

The Annual Academic Awards program is coordinated by the Chamber, in cooperation with the administration and principals from each of the school districts involved.

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by Jeanie Donahue at The Pet Care Clinic by Dalice Why are we so concerned about Lyme testing for all of our canine patients?

Studies have shown that dogs can be at least 50% more likely to contract the disease than humans. And here in the Northeast, as many as 50% of the dogs tested are found to be positive.

Lyme is a bacteria carried by ticks; not just deer ticks, as once thought, but by all ticks present in our area. It is currently being reported all over Pennsylvania and New York that both canine and human cases have escalated. We have taken these statistics and formulated our own protocol for our patients.

Typically, a tick needs to be attached for 48 to 72 hours to pass on the Lyme bacteria. Every dog and cat in our area NEEDS to be protected from tick attachment, especially if they go outdoors at all.

So what is our best advice? We do not routinely encourage vaccination against Lyme disease, even though we practice in a region where it’s endemic. That said, we will not hesitate to administer the vaccine when a pet owner requests it, because we believe it is safe.

Particularly if the pet lives in a tick-infested area or frequents campgrounds and hiking trails.

There are other diseases that can be transmitted by tick bites—the Lyme vaccine does not prevent those other infections. Tick control for all pets in tick-Infested locations is more important than vaccination.

There are topical products that are safe and effective in deterring ticks. At our clinic, we currently recommend and carry Frontline Plus for dogs and cats. (This is the only tick preventative that is safe for use in cats.)

Some common symptoms of Lyme disease are lameness, flu-like symptoms, joint swelling, fever and lethargy. Allowed to progress, kidney disease, heart failure or nervous system disease may develop and become fatal.

Keeping your grass short and reducing the amount of dense vegetation around your home is one of the easier and simple ways to lower your pet’s chances of getting ticks.

Ticks prefer tall grasses and low overhanging bushes while waiting for their next host to feed on.

Check your pets daily for ticks, keep them away from tick-infested areas, and use a flea and tick preventative to keep you and your pets happy and tick free!! P

Art & Antiques: Vintage Swimsuits on the Market

by Dr. Lori I was one of those little their chances with a more kids who were often called “a revealing bathing suit. Most fish.” You know the type—a woolen –yes, that reads pint sized 3 or 4 year old who woolen as in wool-- swimcould swim like a champ suits of the early decades of and would rather spend all the 1900s were basic black. day playing underwater in All of that changed in the a swimming pool than dosummer of 1905 when Ausing anything else. My Mom tralian swimmer, Annette nearly drowned as a teenager Kellerman announced her and while she never learned desire to become the first to swim herself, she was adawoman to swim the English mant about giving me and Channel. She attempted the my sisters swimming lessons. feat amid controversy over To her credit, all three of us her bathing suit. Kellerman are excellent swimmers tosparked an international stir day. My swimming abilities when she was arrested for even helped pay for school. I wearing a one-piece woolen swam competitively through swimming suit. She omitmy teens and early 20s and ted the pantaloons, cap, today, I enjoy swimming as Courtesy of www.DrLoriV.com and shoes and started a tidal my favorite form of exercise. wave of talk. Obscenity laws aside, Kellerman It follows that investigating the history started a swimsuit revolution. of the bathing suit is a topic of interest for Roaring Twenties me. It brings back happy memories of days By the 1920s-30s, bright colors, synthetic at swim team practice and now relates to my fabrics, and a more feminine shape emerged work evaluating vintage objects. in the style of swimsuits. The famous JantIn the early years of the 20th Century, zen swim suit manufacturing firm made the there were strict laws that required women diving girl logo a beach blanket image and to be fully clothed when taking a swim. The everything from billboards to bumper stickbathing suit requirements of the day included ers donned the famous logo. In the 1940s, a non-form fitting costume that consisted convertible straps which could be unfastened of a dress, pantaloons, cap, and shoes. Most were introduced in part to prevent tan lines. women obliged and frolicked in the waves in Today, vintage swim suits bring high values full length swimming attire while others took on the vintage couture market.

High-end swim suits from the 1950s like those designed by Christian Dior command $1000 to $2000 while more mainstream brands like Catalina dating to the mid 1900s are worth $50 to $350 per suit. The 1950s emphasized the hourglass figure with a “bubble suit” featuring cotton material and low cut top. The 1960s swimsuits saw an interest in showing off the mid-drift, too. Two piece polyester bathing suits of the era were still conservative and covered up one’s belly button.

By the 1970s, swim suits were a far cry from the cover-up everything style bathing suits of the early 1960s. Later, Speedo swimsuits from the 1980s featured Lycra materials and straightforward styles. American designer suits On the market, vintage swim suits in good condition always bring interest from collectors and celebrity suits are all the rage. A prominent example of the interest in the vintage swim suit market is celebrity suits. For instance, Pamela Anderson’s one piece red Speedo lifeguard bathing suit from her starring role on the widely popular hit TV show, Bay Watch, recently sold for $275. P Ph.D. antiques appraiser, author, and awardwinning TV personality, Dr. Lori presents appraisal events nationwide. Dr. Lori is the star appraiser on the hit TV show, Auction Kings on Discovery channel. To learn about your antiques, visit www.DrLoriV.com, www.Facebook.com/DoctorLori or call (888) 431-1010.

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Ben Zboray, HAHS Senior, is 2013 Winner of Rotary Club of Hazleton Annual Scholarship Award The Rotary Club of Hazleton is proud to announce that Ben Zboray, son of Brian and Kim Zboray, West Hazleton has been selected as the recipient of the club’s Annual Scholarship Award. The scholarship awarded will have a total value of four thousand ($4,000.00) to be disbursed $1,000.00 per year for a maximum of four years.

Ben has lived in West Hazleton his whole life. He attended West Hazleton Elementary Middle School and will be a 2013 graduate of Hazelton Area High School.

He was President of the HAHS Mock Trial/Speech and Debate Team, Vice President of the HAHS Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS), member of the National Honor Society and FBLA, 2012-13 Secretary of the HAHS Trap and Skeet Team and Member of the Class of 2013 Executive Council. In addition, he was awarded the

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Zboray also teaches an adult learner ESL citizenship course with the Greater Hazleton Metro Ministries. He is a member of the Serento Gardens Student Board and a Graduate and Mentor for the The Hazleton Area Junior Leadership program.

Following a very successful high school career, Ben will continue his education at Gettysburg College where he will major in political science. He hopes to enter Law School upon completion of his studies at Gettysburg.

"It is an honor to receive such a distinguished award and I’m proud to know that my work in school and the community was worthy of such a scholarship. In addition, this scholarship will enable me to further

my college experience by offering me greater funding to pay for school and school materials” explains Ben. The Rotary Club of Hazleton’s Annual Scholarship Award is available in the spring to applicants who are seniors in a public or private high school and live within the geographic boundaries of the Hazleton Area. Rotary project chairmen is Bill Waschko. Ben will be guest speaker at the Rotary Club’s weekly meeting on July 17.

“We congratulate Ben on all his wonderful achievements and are happy to offer him this fantastic opportunity to further his education”, comments Paul Malone, Rotary President. “Ben’s parents, family and school should be very proud of this young man and his many accomplishments!” P

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Pet itchy? It's not always from fleas

by Dr. Kenneth Trippett, West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital Whenever a dog or cat becomes itchy during the summer, most people assume that the animal has fleas. While fleas are a fairly common problem during the warmer months, it is not the most common cause of an itchy or scratchy pet. In truth, the most common cause of skin problems, ear problems, and watery eyes in our pets is allergies. A recent study indicated that 70% of all dogs and 50% of all cats have allergy related problems every year.

Unfortunately, some of these pets require prescription medication and regular visits

to the hospital. However, a majority of the allergic animals can be kept comfortable without frequent trips to the vet. Treatment with antihistamines, moisturizing shampoos (Hydrapeals Shampoo), and/or a good skin supplement (Pronutra) will keep make most of these itchy animals more comfortable. You must be careful especially with the shampoo, since most shampoos will make skin problems worse if not properly used. At the West Hazleton Veterinary Hospital, we offer all of our clients a skin consultation as part of the regular exam. The goal is to design a treat-

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Ideally, if you own an allergic animal, you must avoid letting the skin get bad before treating. Therefore, if your pet as a history of becoming itchy every summer or fall, now is the time to begin treating. P

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Do animals have emotions?

by Jeanie Donahue at The Pet Care Clinic by Dalice Looking at your pet, you notice an unusual expression on his face. You wonder, what’s he feeling? Does he even have feelings? Most animal lovers would say yes!

I have spent most of my life being around dogs and other animals. Personal experience has led me to strongly believe that animals do have emotions and I will not believe anyone who tells me otherwise. There have simply been too many instances in which animals have shown their emotions and these cannot be attributed to downright coincidence.

Although some skeptics still remain, it seems the scales are slowly tipping toward the opinion that animals DO have emotions.

In scientific research there are always surprises. Just when we think we've seen it all, new scientific data appear that force us to rethink what we know and to revise our stereotypes. For example, spindle cells, which were long thought to exist only in humans and apes, have recently been discovered in whales, in the same area as the human brain.

This brain region is linked with social organization, empathy, and intuition about the feelings of others, as well as rapid gut reactions.

Spindle cells are important in processing emotions.

Elephants have a huge hippocampus, a brain structure in the limbic system that’s important in processing emotions. Along with sea lions, geese, bears, monkeys and moose, elephants grieve the death of a loved one.

Dolphins, considered to be the most intelligent animal on the planet, have been known to help people. If a lion loses her cubs, she will become lonely, depressed and often will not even eat. Studies show that cows produce significantly more milk if their handlers talk to them gently rather than shouting and pushing them around. We know emotions effect behavior – a happy dog wags his tail when you get home. A scared, angry or frustrated dog will hide, growl or lunge.

Recognizing that animals have emotions is important, because animals' feelings matter.

While we obviously have much more to learn, what we already know should be enough to inspire changes in the way we treat animals.

We must not simply continue with the status quo because that is what we've always done and it's convenient to do so. What we know has changed, and so should our relationships with animals.

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Ulysses “Tony” Lupien

by Rev. Connell A. McHugh

After completing a great deal of research on a man I consider one of the most intelligent and interesting baseball players of the 20th century, I can formulate a “super trivia” question: Which player replaced Jimmy Foxx as the Red Sox regular first baseman, was a teammate of Ted Williams, led the Pacific Coast League in hitting; wrote the important baseball labor relationships book The Imperfect Diamond in conjunction with Lee Lowenfish in 1980, a book that is still considered one of the most influential books on the topic; is the grandfather of wrestling megastar John Cena, and is the uncle of a local pastor?

The answer to the question is Tony Lupien, one of the most astute students of the game of baseball.

I first became interested in Tony Lupien when Pastor Hugh Lupien and his congregation purchased the former St. Michael’s Harwood Church from the Diocese of Scranton for whom I served a negotiator. I asked Pastor Hugh at the time if he was related to Tony

Lupien since the French-Canadian name is not that common. Pastor Lupien told me that Tony Lupien was indeed his uncle. This led me to acquire some 1949 Bowman baseball cards of Tony Lupien since I am quite interested in pro athletes with local connections. I did give Hugh Lupien, who is pastor of Word Family Church located on the Harwood road in Hazleton, a card of his uncle.

Tony Lupien was born on April 23, 1917 in Chelmsford, Massachusetts and died July 9, 2004 in Norwich, Vermont. Lupien was born Ulysses John Lupien. The name “Ulysses” was given to him because of his great-grandfather’s admiration for General Ulysses Grant. Tony Lupien played baseball, basketball, and football for Manchester High School in Connecticut, then finished his high school education and athletic career at Loomis School in Windsor, Connecticut. Lupien played extensively in the summer semi-pro baseball leagues which he felt played a great part in developing his skills.

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After graduating from Loomis School in 1935, Lupien enrolled at Harvard University where he was captain of the baseball team in 1938 and the basketball team in 1939 and even quarterbacked the freshman football team. Lupien led the Eastern Collegiate League in hitting in both 1938 and 1939, batting .442 in his senior year, which resulted in the Red Sox offering him a baseball contract. Tony Lupien hit .319 for the AA Scranton Red Sox in 1939 appearing in 83 games after graduating from Harvard. It was at Scranton that Lupien acquired his nickname of “Tony.” Scranton held an Italian Night promotion and the promoter asked Lupien if he was Italian. Lupien answered that he was not, but that he ate spaghetti and would gladly be called “Tony.” The name stuck with him for the remainder of his life.

Tony Lupien’s success at Scranton led to a promotion to Little Rock, Arkansas in the Southern Association. The manager of the team, Herb Brett, a redneck Southerner according to Lupien, hated Northerners, college people, and Catholics, of which Tony was all three. Despite playing for a poor team and in difficult conditions, Lupien batted a fine .307. This earned him a September call up to the Red Sox where he went 9 for 19.

Because of the great slugger, Jimmy Foxx, being entrenched at first base, Lupien was sent to Triple A Louisville the next year, where he batted a solid .289 which earned him a spot on the Red Sox roster for 1942.

Lupien began the 1942 season as a backup to Foxx, but on June 1st, the Red Sox sold Foxx to the Cubs, which allowed Lupien to become the Red Sox regular first sacker.

Tony Lupien hit sixth and batted .281 with 3 homeruns and 70 RBIs in 128 games. The most evident weakness in Lupien’s game was his lack of homerun power as a first baseman.

In basically four full seasons in the Majors and two other years in which he appeared in just 10 and 15 games respectively, Lupien had 18 career homeruns. He had 30 triples and 92 doubles in his career. Lupien did posses good speed for a first sacker and finished second in the National League in steals in 1944 when he was the everyday first baseman of the Phillies. Lupien, throughout his career, proved especially difficult to strike out, fanning only once per 21 at-bats.

Another strength of Tony Lupien was his excellent fielding ability. Lupien had a career fielding average of .993, possessed great range, and was consistently among the league

leaders in assists and double plays in the four full seasons he played Major League ball.

Tony Lupien was the Phillies regular third baseman in 1944 where he hit .283 in 153 games and got off to a good start in 1945 before serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Like many baseball players and people with other occupations, Lupien lost his regular job while serving in the military.

Because of this, Lupien raised the question of whether the GI Bill covered baseball players.

In 1946 and 1946, he played with the Hollywood Stars of the Pacific Coast League where he received a salary equal to that of what the Phillies would have paid. Lupien loved the climate and in 1947, he had the best year of his professional career - winning the MVP of the Pacific Coast League, leading the league in hits with 237, batting .341, and even stroking 21 homeruns. This led to Lupien getting a call from the Chicago White Sox where he was the regular first baseman, playing in all 154 games. Lupine was the teammate of catcher Mike Tresh, who was born in Hazleton and was the father of Yankee player Tom Tresh. Lupien hit .246, his career low.

The White Sox traded Lupien to Detroit, but he did not make the 1949 roster, although he does appear on a 1949 baseball card.

Lupien did play for Toledo in the American Association League in 1949 and spent a few years as a playing manager with Jamestown and Corning, New York in the Pony League.

Although Lupien had a solid Major League career, it was as a baseball coach and writer that he would make his greatest contribution to the game of baseball. From 1951-56, Tony Lupien coached basketball for Middlebury College in Vermont, where he archived a 60-49 record. Former Major League player and manager Red Rolfe, Dartmouth’s athletic director, got Lupien back into baseball by hiring him to coach Dartmouth’s team in 1956, a position he held until his retirement in 1977. In addition, Lupien coached Dartmouth’s freshman basketball team from 1956-68. His career baseball coaching record at Dartmouth was slightly above .500 with an appearance in the College World Series. Four Dartmouth pitchers from Lupien’s teams made it to the Majors: Art Quirk, Pete Broberg, Chuck Seelbach, and Jim Beattie. Beattie, who came up to the Majors as a Yankee, also served as GM of the Baltimore Orioles.

Lupien was highly regarded by the baseball coaching fraternity, well-liked by his players, and regarded as an old school, no nonsense manager. After retiring from coaching, Tony Lupien worked as a stockbroker.

In 1980, Tony Lupien penned The Imperfect Diamond with Lee Lowenfish. This fine book traces baseball management-employee

relations from 1879 to 1980. Lupien stresses the tyranny of the early baseball moguls that continued into the modern era. Many specific issues and players are treated in the book with reflection on baseball for the 1980s and beyond. I recently purchased the book and have read several sections of it to date. The hardback edition is a 249-page work which I found very interesting and scholarly.

In addition to Tony Lupien’s book The Imperfect Diamond, I have his 1949 Bowman card which can be obtained very easily, a rare Signal Oil card from the late 1940s Pacific Coast League, a 1977 TCMA card from The War Years set in which TCMA depicted players who did not appear on cards from 1942-47. Don Manno, the father of Fr. John Manno, also appears in the set. A 1949 Bowman card of Lupien in Ex-Mt condition can be purchased in the area of $12 - $20. Signal Oil cards are basically not available. Lupien also appears in Red Sox and White Sox team photo packs from the 1940s. The photo of Lupien as a Red Sox or White Sox player runs about $15 but often cannot be purchased individually. Tony Lupien Rawlings model baseball gloves occasionally appear on eBay in the $25 range. Autographs of Lupien on 3x5 index cards or government postcards can be obtained in the $10 range. Certified autographed single signed baseballs of Lupien are

not common and much more expensive.

I thank Rev. Hugh Lupien for sharing a conversation with me about his uncle and for providing a program from Tony and Millie Lupien Night.

Note: Wrestling superstar John Cena is the son of Tony Lupien’s third daughter, Carol Lupien Cena.

References: SABR article by Charles Bevis, Baseball Almanac, Baseball Encyclopedia, Baseball-Reference.com, My own knowledge of baseball cards and memorabilia Rev. McHugh can be reached at Good Shepherd Church, Drums at 570-788-3141 or at 570-454-5058, or by his new email address at revmchugh@ptd.net.

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