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MOBILE COMPUTER REPAIR AND SERVICE - Quality work performed in-shop, in office or in-home. Dependable, affordable! Over 17+ Years Experience. Proudly serving Carson Valley and Surrounding Communities. Call Nick at Technologic Computer Repair (775)450-7570 ONION LIFTER $1,000 OBO; LILLISTON Cultivator $2,000 OBO; John Deere 3020 rebuilt starter $195 OBO; New John Deere hooded jacket $45 OBO (775)315-0303 AUTISM, ATTENTION THERAPY, ANXIETY, social and focus issues, for children and adults, certified in Safe and Sound Protocol, Call Meredyth in Dayton (805)6742867 INCOME TAX, GEORGE HALLIFAX, CPA, EA, TAX preparation, Federal and all States, prior years, audit representation, 30 years experience, reasonable rates (775)392-0418 FLEXSTEEL 5TH WHEEL RV SOFA SLEEPER BED, converts to a flat bed, like new condition $350 (760)9320036 RENT ME FOR SPRING CLEANING, PUT A roll-off dumpster at your home, you load, we remove (775)2972320
COUNTRY/WESTERN CASSETTES, TOO MANY TO LIST; 70’s and 80’s, etc. VHS tapes, too many to list, best offers, Carson (408)270-4028 MIGUEL’S GARDEN SERVICE, FULL LAWN MAINTENANCE, clean up, fertilizing, dead shrubs and trees pulled out, excellent references, great rates, serving Carson Valley 27+ years! (775)265-0501 CUSTOM STEEL WHEELS, CHROME “CLAW” pattern with removable center cap VGC, 17X9” 5 on 5½, fits all Dodge 1500 trucks $450 firm (775)246-3357 RYOBI RESV 1300 MULCHING-BLOWER, VACUUM in very good condition (with bag) Balanced and lightweight. 120V 12 amp $50; Toro Yard Blower, VAC 120Vwith bag, in very good condition $40 (775)882-4127 ADULT TRAILER PARK - MOBILE HOME FOR RENT $475 per month plus deposit, behind Iggy and Squiggy’s Trailerhood Grill and Bar, Holbrook Junction. No pets allowed (775)266-3340 or (775)790-1064 MIKES HORSESHOEING SERVICE, 34 YEARS experience! Serving Carson Valley and surrounding areas! Mike Romine (775)350-0351
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Drivers Wanted
The Douglas County School District is currently accepting applications for: Substitute School Bus Drivers, Starting Salary: $15.42/hour, Varied Hours up to 40 hours a week, Apply online: dcsd.k12.nv.us HOME REPAIR PRO, MR. FIX IT, ANY OUTSIDE/ INSIDE repairs, big or small, flat rate $40 per hour (775)691-5119 PORSCHES WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE! OLD Porsches 1950 to 1973, looking for a Porsche 356, 911 or 912, running or not, with or without engine or transmission, also interested in parts. Will pay cash! Have trailer will travel (775)291-6827
Douglas County Republican Women’s...
March meeting will be held on Wednesday March 4th at Valley Christian Fellowship 1681 Lucerne, Minden (Old Lira’s Market). Doors open at 11:00 a.m. A light lunch will be provided for $15.00. The scheduled guest speakers will be Josh Skaggs, NVGOP Legislature Affairs Director and Joe Weaver, NV State Director. Members only will be entitled to vote on the change of venue. The boutique will be open and a door prize will be presented. A reminder - 2020 Membership dues - $40 for full members and $20 for associate members. RSVP to Maxine 775-392-3761 or Max36x@yahoo.com.
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To all the seniors out there, and those who hope to get there: #1 – Talk to yourself, because there are times you need expert advice. #2 – Consider “In Style” to be the clothes that still fit. #3 – You don’t need anger management. You need people to stop p#$$ing you off. #4 – Your people skills are just fine. It’s your tolerance for idiots that needs work. #5 – The biggest lie you tell yourself is, “I don’t need to write that down. I’ll remember it.” #6 – You have days when your life is just a tent away from a circus. #7 – These days, “on time” is when you get there. #8 – Even duct tape can’t fix stupid – but it sure does muffle the sound. #9 – Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could put ourselves in the dryer for ten minutes, then come out wrinkle-free and three sizes smaller? #10 – Lately, You’ve noticed people your age are so much older than you. #11 – “Getting lucky” means walking into a room and remembering why you’re there. #12 – When you were a child, you thought nap time was punishment. Now it feels like a mini vacation. #13 – Some days you have no idea what you’re doing out of bed. #14 – You thought growing old would take longer. #15 – Aging sure has slowed you down, but it hasn’t shut you up. #16 – You still haven’t learned to act your age and hope you never will. FITNESS, NUTRITION, SELF DEFENSE AND MORE! Kickboxing, mixed martial arts, customized meal plan, weight loss, and personal training. 1758 HWY 395 Suite F. Minden, NV Spartan’s Den MMA info@spartansdenmma.com (208)340-6097 Legion Fitness info@legionfitnesspt.com (725)222-0775 CASH PAID FOR OLD COSTUME JEWELRY: Rhinestones, Mexican and Indian Tourist Jewelry, Rings, Bracelets, Necklaces, Pins, Men’s Jewelry, Old Plastics, Silver, Copper, Glass Beads, Men’s and Women’s Old Wind Up Watches, Charm Bracelets, Lockets etc. Larger quantities preferred. I drive to you. Please leave clear message and phone number, Joanne (775)465-9422
Tell the Whole Truth
`You seem to be in some distress,’ said the kindly judge to the witness. `Is anything the matter?’ `Well, your Honor,’ said the witness, `I swore to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth, but every time I try, some lawyer objects.’
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Ex Wife
JJ finally decided to tie the knot with his long-time girlfriend. One evening, after their honeymoon, he was welding some stuff in the garage, just for fun. His new wife was standing there at the bench watching him. After a long period of silence she finally spoke. “Honey, I’ve just been thinking, now that we’re married, maybe it’s time you quit spending all your time out here in the shop. You probably should just consider selling all your welders along with your gun collection and that stupid vintage Harley.” JJ got a horrified look on his face. She said, “Darling, what’s wrong?” He replied, “There, for a minute, you were starting to sound like my ex-wife.” “Ex-wife!” she screamed, “YOU NEVER TOLD ME YOU WERE MARRIED BEFORE!” JJ replied, “I wasn’t.” THOMAS J. BARTELS, HOROLOGIST, CLOCKS old and new repaired and restored. Authorized agent for Howard Miller, Ridgeway, and Sleigh, all work guaranteed! tomjbartels@gmail.com or (775)265-5541 or (775)901-1848
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Banana Split
A little old man shuffled slowly into an ice cream parlor and pulled himself slowly, painfully, up onto a stool. After catching his breath, he ordered a banana split. The waitress asked kindly, “Crushed nuts?” “No,” he replied, “arthritis.” CUSTOM BUILT RIFLE WITH MODEL 70 Winchester action, caliber 17 Ackley Magnum, Shilen Sporter barrel, laminated walnut and maple thumbhole, left-handed stock, 3 to 9 variable scoop, removable tripod, 3 boxes live ammo, reloading dies, bullets, hard case $650 (775)2655961 TOUCH OF CLASS PAINTING, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR, 30 years experience, any size job, we will beat any price, Senior Discounts, References upon request, David (603)717-2695 or (603)848-0461
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” The Wild, Crazy, Adventurous Life of Jonas Winchester
What’s in your cup?
You are holding a cup of coffee when someone comes along and bumps into you or shakes your arm, making you spill your coffee everywhere. Why did you spill the coffee? “Well because someone bumped into me, of course!” Wrong answer. You spilled the coffee because there was coffee in your cup. Had there been tea in the cup, you would have spilled tea. Whatever is inside the cup, is what will spill out. Therefore, when life comes along and shakes you (which WILL happen), whatever is inside you will come out. It’s easy to fake it, until you get rattled. So we have to ask ourselves… “what’s in my cup?” When life gets tough, what spills over? Joy, gratefulness, peace and humility? Or anger, bitterness, harsh words and reactions? You choose! Today let’s work towards filling our cups with gratitude, forgiveness, joy… FOR SALE! MAYTAG GAS DRYER $100 (775)266-3627 ANTIQUE ARMOIRE $350 OBO; ANTIQUE Sideboard, can be used as dresser $850 OBO; Antique 78’s record player $175 OBO; Antique hay fork $500 OBO (775)315-0303
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By Karen Dustman The year was 1871. Hope was in the air at the tiny mining town of Monitor, California. “General” Jonas Winchester and his wife had recently arrived from back East. And word was that the local Globe Gold & Silver Mine was finally going to be pushed in earnest. The title of “General” was apparently self-applied. Jonas had no military experience. But in addition to this confident title he also adopted an equally confident motto: “Push things.” And push he did! Advertising flyers screamed superlatives about the Globe’s prospects — its ores, they said, were “believed to be incalculable in quantity.” And best of all, they could supposedly be worked cheaply. Winchester claimed to have “invested all his own fortune in the business,” and intended “to reside permanently at Monitor.” But despite such bravado, things actually weren’t going terribly well for the Globe. It did have a mill, but its ore was yielding just $10 a ton. Workmen went unpaid, and both mill and mine were soon shut down. In April, 1871, Winchester candidly acknowledged there had been a bit “too much coyoteing” going on. A family feud may also have been part of the problem; Winchester complained bitterly about the “treachery” of a brother. The Globe’s mill also had barely escaped a devastating fire, he said, and there was a “need for re-organization of its finances.” Um, yeah. Prospects were looking gloomy indeed. By July, however, the mood switched from gloomy to gleeful. A rich copper vein had just been struck in the Globe, and there was “every indication of a mammoth copper ledge” just ahead. Early assays produced up to $75 in copper and $20 in silver, and ore containing 36% copper was said to have been found in the deeper levels. That summer, Winchester had one more cause for celebration: his third wife, Laura, presented him with a son on August 10, 1871, born there in Monitor. Continuing the work, of course, required another influx of capital. Winchester put his best literary skills to work in an 1872 prospectus, teasing investors with fabulous statistics. Capitalization of the company was now a rich $650,000. Progress thus far included a 5.5 x 6.5-foot double-tracked tunnel, “nearly” 1,500 feet long (a shameless exaggeration). Rail had been extended from the mine to an adjacent 45’ x 60’ mill, said to be almost ready to work the ore. “When finished,” that mill should be able to crush 40 tons of ore a day. A 30-horsepower engine and boiler had already been purchased, and 500 cords of wood were on hand. Hoisting works had been erected, and the company’s claims crossed “some half dozen or more veins.” The promised return for investors? “25% per annum in gold.” How could you go wrong?! But... by fall, the Globe again found itself unable to pay its bills. Again, Winchester’s glowing advertising evidently did the trick. Frank Winchester (a son by Jonas’s first marriage) arrived in Monitor in October with enough cash in hand to pay off the debts of the Globe. And, as an added sign of confidence, Frank signed a contract to extend the tunnel another 100 feet. Frank quickly departed for the East again, leaving
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his father, “General” Winchester, behind at Monitor as mine superintendent. Winchester may have been a terrific mine promoter, but he apparently had little experience running a silver mine before. What he lacked in know-how, however, he made up for with bravado.On top of his naturally boisterous personality, Winchester was a firm follower of Spiritualism. He believed he had been personally chosen by the “Ancients” to run the Globe, and that the spirits would guide him to make the mine a success by speaking to him through mediums. The leaders of this spiritual band: an Atlantean named Yermah, and
Yermah’s wife, a towering six-foot “Queen” Azelia. Winchester went so far as to name his newborn son Yermah, and a subsequent daughter, born in September, 1873, after the spirit Queen. Opportunities for additional profit from his connection with the “Ancients” were not lost on Winchester, either. In early 1871, he acquired rights to a set of “spirit pictures” drawn by a pair of San Francisco mediums while in a trance. There was profit potential in selling the images, he was convinced. Despite the helpful advice of the “Ancients,” Continued...
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Winchester’s stewardship of the Globe left much to be desired. One aggrieved investor concluded that Winchester’s “reckless and incompetent manner of doing business would prevent forever any success, no matter how rich or extensive the mine should prove.” Winchester was simply a “reckless spendthrift,” he said, notwithstanding his supposed selection “by the Ancients as the only man in the world” for the job. Winchester managed to push the Globe’s tunnel some 1,000 feet into the mountain, with several side-drifts. A steam furnace and boiler were installed in a separate building at the mouth of the tunnel, and steam was conducted in insulated pipes to an engine and pump located in an underground chamber. But despite the massive work done on the mine, the Globe’s 4” Cornish pump eventually proved unable to keep up with water flowing in. The boiler’s steam capacity also proved insufficient to work the pump and the hoist. By the end of 1873, work at the Globe was abandoned. As one mining report concluded, the Globe’s sad history had been one of “difficulties, delays, expenses, and disappointments.” Winchester and his family finally shook the dust of Monitor from their feet in November, 1873, and moved west to San Francisco. Winchester brought his “well-magnetized desk” to his new abode. Soon he was hawking those “spirit pictures” in a new “Spirit Art Gallery.” Those brought him about $6 a day in income — enough to cover costs, though not enough to cover a salary. Ever upbeat, he claimed he was simply happy to “re-enter upon civilized life.” So, just how did Jonas Winchester manage to get to Moni-
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tor in the first place? Ah, that’s a wild and crazy story in itself! Tune in next month for the rest of Jonas Winchester’s amazing story! For more fun history stories, check out Karen’s books and blog at www.Clairitage.com and KarenDustman.com. FIREWOOD! HARD CHERRY WOOD $350 a cord, delivered to Carson, Minden and Gardnerville areas or pick up by appointment (775)901-6689 SEW-WHAT UPHOLSTERY, CUSTOM work, leather and antiques, 40+ years experience, Carson Valley, Leslie (775)901-2035
Feminist’s Fairytale!
Once upon a time, a beautiful, independent, self assured princess happened upon a frog in a pond. The frog said to the princess, “I was once a handsome prince until an evil witch put a spell on me. One kiss from you and I will turn back into a prince and then we can marry, move into the castle with my mom and you can prepare my meals, clean my clothes, bear my children and forever feel happy doing so.” That night, while the princess dined on frog legs, she kept laughing and saying, “I don’t think so.” ROUND OAK DINING TABLE, ONE LEAF AND 6 chairs $150 OBO, Dayton (760)617-6322
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The Rescue
The 31st Annual Kids’ Fishing Derby
This year’s derby will be held June 6th and 7th, 2020 at Lampe Park in Gardnerville; hosting all children ages 3-12. Tickets to attend this volunteer run event are free; however, you must pre-register to receive a free session ticket. Derby hats, t-shirts and other resale items will be available for purchase. Raffle tickets are available for $1 each or 6 for $5. Registration forms, (for mail-in only), are available at the Douglas County Parks and Recreation Department in the Community Center in Gardnerville. Registration and volunteer sign-ups will begin on April 4th and will continue every Saturday through the month of May from 10am-1pm at the Gardnerville Walgreens. Additionally, volunteer forms, session registration forms, tickets and raffle tickets will be available at Accolades Trophy & Gift Shop. Volunteers are needed to help set up, tear down, register, river help, fish cleaning and more. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please pick up a volunteer form at the Parks/Recreation Department and mail it in or stop by Walgreens starting April 4th. For further information, please contact (KFDVolunteers@ aol.com) or Laura Lonero (775)430-0592, Heather Gertsch (775)684-9018. For sponsorship/fundraising contact Tyler Creel (775)230-2844. NEVADA CCW CLASSES $50, EMAIL tacaimnv@gmail or call (775)360-5214
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Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn’t be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn’t want her to know that I hadn’t been walked today. Sometimes the overworked shelter keepers get too busy and I didn’t want her to think poorly of them. As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn’t feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone’s life. She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well. Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side. I would promise to do everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor. So many more are out there who haven’t walked the corridors. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one. I rescued a human today. PERFECTO GARDENING SERVICES, SERVING Carson Valley over 20 Years! Tree and Bush trimming, lawn care, competitive rates and all work guaranteed (775)2657081 GENEALOGY - THOROUGH RESEARCH OF FAMILY histories. A unique gift for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, holidays or yourself! www.PersonalPedigree. com or Lisa (775)450-3175
One Friend - One Smile - One Hello
Non-profit cultural organization understanding other cultures via homestays, more information friendshipforce.org, ffreno-tahoe.org, sharonurban@charter.net (775)267-9053 HANDY HAMILTONS HANDYMAN SERVICES, Experienced Handyman, Quality work at a fair price, Free estimates, Call Mark Hamilton (775)720-9595 WANTED – NEW OR USED: KNIVES – FOLDING, Hunting, Military; Tobacco Pipes, Old Coleman Lanterns, Old Backpacking Stoves, Jeff (775)720-2577
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When I whine
Today, upon a bus, I saw a girl with golden hair. I looked at her and sighed and wished I was as fair. When suddenly she rose to leave, I saw her hobble down the aisle. She had one leg and used a crutch. But as she passed, she passed a smile. Oh, God, forgive me when I whine I have 2 legs, the world is mine. I stopped to buy some candy, the lad who sold it had such charm. I talked with him a while, he seemed so very glad. If I were late, it’d do no harm. And as I left, he said to me, “I thank you, you’ve been so kind. It’s nice to talk with folks like you. You see,” he said, “I’m blind.” Oh, God, forgive me when I whine. I have 2 eyes, the world is mine. Later while walking down the street, I saw a child with eyes of blue, he stood and watched the others play, he did not know what to do. I stopped a moment and then I said, “Why don’t you join the others, dear?” He looked ahead without a word. And then I knew, he couldn’t hear. Oh, God, forgive me when I whine. I have 2 ears, the world is mine. With feet to take me where I’d go. With eyes to see the sunset’s glow. With ears to hear what I would know. Oh, God, forgive me when I whine. I’ve been blessed indeed, The world is mine.
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Happy Birthday, Lisa!
In the words of Lucille Ball, “The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age.” May you have a beautiful day and year ahead. Happy Birthday! Huggies, Megan FOR SALE: TAN OVERSTUFFED LEATHER DOUBLE recliner love seat $125 (775)762-2210
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” The Mistress
A husband and wife were having dinner at a very fine restaurant when an absolutely stunning young woman comes over to their table, gives the husband a big kiss, tells him she’ll see him later, and walks away. His wife glares at him and says, “Who was that?!” “Oh” replies the husband, “that was my mistress.” “That’s it,” says the wife, “I want a divorce.” “Ok,” replies her husband, “but remember, if you get a divorce there will be no more shopping trips to Paris, no wintering in the Caribbean, no Lexus in the garage, and no more country club. But, the decision is yours.” Just then the wife notices a mutual friend entering the restaurant with a gorgeous woman. “Who is that woman with Jim?” she asks. “That’s his mistress,” replies her husband. “Ours is much better looking.” says the wife. COUPLES THERAPY GARDNERVILLE: LONGER sessions, faster results. Book a free 20-minute consultation with Margaret at drdixonpsych.com or call (775)2208817 CRAFTSMAN CONSTRUCTION LLC, Specializing in Painting, Remodels, Additions, Tile, Finish Carpentry, Decks, Home Repairs, Window and Door Replacement, Quality Workmanship with over 28 years experience, free estimates, Serving Carson Valley, NV Lic.60315, NVPainting Lic.82727 Find us on Facebook or (775)690-1749
Douglas Democrats Annual Dinner
The Lizard Lounge Music and Shoppe
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Swing Shift Custodian Wanted!
The Douglas County School District is currently accepting applications for Swing Shift Custodian, George Whittell High School, Starting Salary: $16.69/hr., 40 hours per week / Full benefits. For more information, please contact Bill Blumenthal, Facilities Supervisor, Phone: (775)392-0745. WANTED: LICENSE PLATES AND FRAMES; OLD MOTORCYCLE Helmets 1940-1980; Musical Instruments, John (775)315-4930
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“Paint the town Blue” is the theme for the 2020 annual dinner set for March 28 at the Carson Valley Inn, 1627 Hwy 395 North, in Minden. Doors open at 5:30 pm, and there will be time to enjoy the Douglas Democrats’ 2020 Victory Wall. Tickets are $70 per person if payment is received by March 20. After March 20 the cost is $80 per person. Reservations can be made online at www.douglasdems.org or at jkw@gbis.com or by phone at (775)267-0539. PRE-64 WINCHESTER MODEL 70.30-06. 26” BARREL, very clean for its age, Bore is smooth and clean $1,400, Dayton (530)305-3079 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GREAT ESCAPE close to home? Eagle Lake, Lassen County Vacation Rentals, Trophy Trout, all water sports, furnished cabins from $60 per night or $360 per week, visit our website at eaglelakeheritage.com or (800)459-5179
Taxes
A Dutchman was explaining the red, white and blue Netherlands flag to an American. “Our flag is symbolic of our taxes. We get red when we talk about them, white when we get our tax bills, and blue after we pay them.” The American nodded. “It’s the same in the USA only we see stars too!”
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A new way to diet...
Tammy and Ann were shopping. When they started to discuss their home lives, Tammy said, “Seems like all Mike and I do anymore is fight. I’ve been so upset I’ve lost 20 pounds.” “Why don’t you just leave him then?” said Ann. “Oh! Not yet.” Tammy replied, “I’d like to lose at least another ten to fifteen pounds first.” PAINTING INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR, STAINING, faux and fine finishes, free estimates, Powers Painting, NV#68615, (775)781-5531 or (775)315-5179 PLUMBING, LEAKY PIPES, SERVICE AND REPAIR, remodels, new construction, residential and commercial, since 1997, bonded and insured, guaranteed, NV#47214, CA#513872, Call Robert (775)690-1441
Tee Time
Fred, playing as a single at an upscale golf course was teamed with a twosome. After a few holes, the twosome finally asked why he was playing such a beautiful course by himself. He replied that he and his wife had played the course every year - for over 20 years - but this year she had passed away and he kept the tee time in her memory. The twosome commented that they thought certainly someone would have been willing to take her spot. “So did I” he said - “but they all wanted to go to the funeral.” PET CARE SERVICE! JODY WADDING, OWNER since 1991, references available, boarding offered or visit your home; horses, dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, fish… JWPetCare@aol.com (775)782-1212 or (775)781-1065 D R LANDSCAPING, DEFENSIBLE SPACE, TREE work and yard cleanups, sprinkler repairs and weed abatement, house and garage clean ups, Dave (775)6710808 MINOR TO MAJOR AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS, Tires and More! ASE Certified Master Mechanic, 40+ years same location! Senior Discounts, Bobs Shell Service, Carson City (775)883-7919
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” I am not old
I am not old…she said I am rare. I am the standing ovation at the end of the play. I am the retrospective of my life as art. I am the hours connected like dots into good sense. I am the fullness of existing. You think I am waiting to die… But I am waiting to be found. I am a treasure. I am a map. And these wrinkles are imprints of my journey. Ask me anything. USA DRYWALL, REMODELS AND REPAIRS, Hanging, Taping, any texture, Additions, No Job too small, Insured and Bonded, NV#59981 (775)247-2539 2005 KTM 525MXC WITH MANY EXTRAS, VERY clean $3,800, Garth (714)493-1142
Old man to young boy
“Can you come closer? I’m a little deaf and can’t hear what you’re saying from over there.” Boy: “I’m not talking to you -- I’m chewing gum!” JR POWER SPORTS! WE SERVICE AND REPAIR, ALL makes, models and years; Quads, OHV, Dirt and Street Bikes; from tune up to full rebuild. 35 years experience! Dayton, jrpowersports.com or (775)241-2530
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The fourth Thursday of each month from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at their headquarters 1758 US-395 N, Unit K, (Ironwood Center), Minden. Presentation and discussion. Gather and chat 6:30 pm, meeting starts at 7:00 pm sharp, www.douglasdems.org or (775)783-1903 ALMOST NEW SET OF 4 BRIDGESTONE BLIZZARD mud/snow tires, 245/40R20-95V $400 (775)443-5864 FOR SALE: 2 ACRES+ CORNER LOT/LAND, POWER IN, Highland Dr. on Bolton Loop, Douglas County NV., 1 mile from Topaz Lake, Call for details (775)530-9317 HYDRAULIC LIFE GATE $350 OBO; 1976 CHEVY rear bumper $100 OBO; 2015 Chevy running boards $350 OBO (775)315-0303 STURDY HANDRAILS - GREAT FOR OUTSIDE entries / exit doors and interior areas, all metal, ADA, standard and custom, locally built, installation available (775)790-6445 GET FAST INTERNET! UP TO 40 MBPS, WIRELESS! (not satellite, not DSL). Great in rural areas, www.ruralinternet.us or call Patrick (775)297-4777
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SOLID OAK THOMASVILLE “AMERICAN OAK” bedroom furniture, 12 drawer dresser with tri-mirror, High-Boy Chest on Chest, two four drawer nightstands, asking $1,500 (775)392-3793
Does your dog bite?
One day, a mailman was greeted by a boy and his dog. The mailman said to the boy, “Does your dog bite?” “No,” replied the boy. Just then, the dog bit the mailman. “Hey,” he yelled. “I thought your dog doesn’t bite!” “He doesn’t,” replied the boy, “but that’s not my dog.” 1970 STOCK AIRFILER STOCK STEERING WHEEL LIKE new, Holley duel feed stock distributor, new coil new V8 390 plug wires, air cleaner, left over parts from my 1970 ford truck call and come look (304)886-9299 CASH PAID FOR VINTAGE COSTUME JEWERLY. All Types Including: Bracelets, Necklaces, Pins, Rings, Silver, Copper, Pot Metal, Rhinestones, Lockets, Charm Bracelets, Men’s Jewelry, Old Watches, Military Jewelry, Old Mexican and Indian Tourist Jewelry. Larger Quantities Preferred. Please leave phone number and clear message on this home phone. I return all calls. Call Joanne at (775)465-9422
Barking Lot Sale!
Saturday, May 16th, 2020, 8am-3pm. Sell your “stuff” and help maintain your local dog park. 12’x12’ sales spaces available. $25 a space in advance, $30 after May 1st. Mail checks to DVDP PO Box 995, Dayton, NV 89403. Want to donate your stuff? Drop off items Friday, May 15th, 4pm-6pm at Dayton Valley Dog Park, 15 Old Como Road, in Dayton. Need an application or have questions? Call us at (775)2971359 or email daytonvalleydogpark@gmail.com. Thank you for your support! WILL TEAR DOWN AND BUY OLD WOODEN Barns and Barn Wood! Insured and bonded (775)782-9192 “A MOVING EXPERIENCE” - MOVE ASSISTANCE, 25 years experience, Senior Discounts! Ken Jeter, kenjeter65@gmail.com or (775)530-8932 COMPLETE LANDSCAPING, RESIDENTIAL and commercial, weekly maintenance, tree trimming, emergency repairs, sprinklers/drip, pavers, patios, retaining walls, Davenport Landscape and Design, NV Lic.#0074827, davenportlandscape.com or (775)265-1491 or (775)721-8439
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Computer help!
The Computer tech asked the woman if she was ‘running it under Windows.’ The woman then responded, ‘No, my desk is next to the door. But that is a good point. The man sitting in the cubicle next to me is under a window, and his is working fine.’ VOICE AND PIANO LESSONS, BEGINNER to Advanced students, experienced teacher, performer, music degree. Call The Songlady! Carolyn Lancaster (775)7201918 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR AND REBUILD, All makes models and year, Commercial Equipment, Tractors, Log splitters, Farm equipment, Dump Trucks and Trailers, Boats and RVs, Welding and Machining, Ramco Fabrication, shawn@ramcofab.com or (775)2677358
If my body were a car...
If my body were a car, this is the time I would be thinking about trading it in for a newer model. I’ve got bumps and dents and scratches in my finish and my paint job is getting a little dull. But that’s not the worst of it. My headlights are out of focus and it’s especially hard to see things up close. My traction is not as graceful as it once was. I slip and slide and skid and bump into things even in the best of weather. My whitewalls are stained with varicose veins. It takes me hours to reach my maximum speed. My fuel rate burns inefficiently. But here’s the worst of it... Almost every time I sneeze, cough or sputter... either my radiator leaks or my exhaust backfires. SUPERIOR 6 HORSE HOT WALKER, COMPLETE and working, 110 volt, multi speed, reversible $2,500, located in Wellington, Royce (775)232-2038
ASPEN ROOFING INC. FREE ESTIMATES, ALL types, Re-roofs, New and Repairs, NV#0069418, Insured and Bonded, Chris (775)230-8174
G & J LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE, TRIM, prune, fertilize, aerate, sprinklers, General clean-up, Free Estimates, Victor (775)291-1672
CUSTOM CANVAS WORK! REPAIR, RE-STITCH, Replace; Boat Covers, Cockpit and Bow Covers, Snaps, Grommets, Velcro, Zippers, Reinforcements, Jim/Minden (775)267-4434 or (775)230-8706
FRESH ROASTED GARLIC JAM, CARROLS CORNER, South Yerington, Delivery Available, for more information (775)846-8972 or (775)463-1265
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QWERTY Keyboard
What does QWERTY mean? QWERTY is defined by the lexicographers at Oxford Dictionaries as Denoting the standard layout on English-language typewriters and keyboards, having q, w, e, r, t, and y as the first keys from the left on the top row of letters. There’s an old legend about the QWERTY keyboard, dating back to at least 1977: It “probably would have been chosen if the objective was to find the least efficient...character arrangement.” In fact, the layout was designed to help people type faster. The QWERTY layout is attributed to an American inventor named Christopher Latham Sholes, and it made its debut in its earliest form on July 1, 1874 -- 142 years ago today. Sholes had been for some years developing the typewriter, filing a patent application in October 1867. However, the original key layout, with the second half of the alphabet in order on the top row and the first half in order on the bottom row, led to some problems. The keys were mounted on metal arms, which would jam if the keys were pressed in too rapid succession. Sholes’ solution was separating commonly used letter pairings, such as “ST,” to avoid these jams, effectively allowing the typist to type faster, rather than slower. He went through several design iterations, attempting to bring the typewriter to market. When he sold the design to Remington in 1873, the QWERTY layout looked like this:
Top row: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 - , Second row: Q W E . T Y I U O P Third row: Z S D F G H J K L M, Fourth row: A X & C V B N ? ; R. Remington made several adjustments, and launched the Sholes and Glidden typewriter on July 1, 1874. Its keyboard layout was almost the same QWERTY keyboard layout we use today, with a few minor differences. 1 and 0 were left out to help shave down production costs, on the basis that these numerals could be produced using other keys, such as a capital I and a capital O. Remington also swapped the R and . keys. The 0 was added fairly early on, but some keyboards well into the 1970s were still missing a 1. The first Remington typewriter sold poorly (it could only type in upper-case letters, was expensive at $125 per unit, and often broke). The updated Remington 2 typewriter, introduced in 1878, changed this. Not only did it remedy some of the defects of the Sholes and Glidden machine, the launch allowed Remington to sell the typewriter business to three former employees. Bringing marketing expertise to bear, the new Remington Standard Typewriter Company was able to bring the typewriter to commercial success. HARLEY DAVIDSON ENGINE REBUILDING, 30+ years experience, quick turn-around! Free pick–up and delivery, parts in one day! californiafritz.com or (530)694-2521
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” Man’s Best Friend?
How can you prove that dogs are man’s best friend? Lock your wife and your dog in the trunk of your car. Let them stew for about an hour. Open the trunk and see which one is pleased to see you! 1977 EL CAMINO FOR SALE, EXCELLENT RUNNING CONDITION, no rust, very clean paint job, air conditioning $9,000 or best acceptable offer, Sparks (505)414-8100 Writing the Editor - We welcome all articles, letters, jokes and comments on Sierra Scoop, local issues, community news and free private party ads, published as space provides. These articles, letters, comments do not necessarily reflect our opinion. All public input is welcome. sierrascoop@charter.net, (775)782-4520 HANDYMAN SERVICE – HOME REPAIRS, FENCING Repair/Replacement, Hauling, Trash Removal, Shrub and Tree Trimming and Removal, and Weed Removal, Free Estimates (775)781-1747 PIONEER GLASS PLUS, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, emergency services, fair prices, dependable quick service, quality work, 45 years experience, Frank Boudreau, owner NV#7876 (775)720-2373
Totally Flattered
A man and his wife were returning from a party one evening. As the couple was driving home, she asked her husband, “Honey, has anyone ever told you how handsome, sexy and irresistible to women you are?” Totally flattered, he replied, “No, dear they haven’t.” At that point she yelled, “Then what the heck gave you THAT idea at the party tonight?” BLACK ORIENTAL CREDENZA PLUS LARGE GONG, crystal service pieces and stemware, 8 piece Stone dinnerware set, Hand painted screen 78” high, Oriental and Western pictures, oriental silk screen/Apple blossom, 1938 Doll dish set, table and lamps, Squash Blossom necklace, records and tools (775)267-3867 1840 BELGIAN MADE RIFLE, SINGLE SHOT, falling block $275, Dayton (530)305-3079 MOVING SALE! EVERYTHING MUST GO! FURNITURE, all household items, tools, sports collectibles and so much more, call for appointment (775)309-5203 HANDYMAN SERVICES, WOOD DECK RESURFACING and repair, interior doors, windows and interior/ exterior trim, Honey-Do’s, etc. Serving Carson Valley (775)315-2235
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” Re-luster / Refurbish Kitchen Cabinetry
3 Day Service Don’t paint-out or replace your existing cabinetry until you look at our services. The Great Basin, Tahoe & Truckee areas have the highest UV and driest climate in the USA, damaging your cabinets’ finish. We have a whole new method and new concept, with years of experience, developed right here, for our climate! Our less intrusive process is many times less costly than painting or replacing! You don’t even empty your cabinets! Just 3 days, in & out for basic refurbishing. Add a day or two for color options like tinting/glazing. We have exclusive and proprietary professional products to enhance, renew and refurbish over your original finish. We normally work 9am to 4pm; and clean up each afternoon, returning your kitchen to you until the next morning. Our deep cleaning professional and refurbishing products are hand rubbed, dustless, UV protected and EPA Nevada & California compliant. For photos, on-site inspections, sampling, client testimonials, referrals, Call Dan: (775)781-7862 or Kathy: (775)7827821 @ CABINETS ETC. Email: danakathy-pc@hotmail. com Nevada License #18331, California License #310071, Insured. $69 SERVICE CALL, ACADEMY APPLIANCE Service; washers, dryers, refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, compactors, some areas extra charge, Serving Carson Valley (775)781-4725 WE ARE CONSTRUCTION BOOKKEEPING SPECIALISTS – Serving both general and specialty contractors with 30+ years of bookkeeping, payroll and tax experience. If you can’t keep up with your workload give us a call Pro-Balanced Bookkeeping & Tax Service (775)2463363 WE’LL KEEP YOU IN STITCHES, WE COVER autos, furniture and ATV’s, 47 years experience, Tweeds Upholstery, Gardnerville, tweedsupholstery@yahoo.com or (775)782-5812
1983 MERCEDES 380SL, 1976 EL CAMINO, 1987 CORVETTE $4,000 each, call for details; dual pane large vinyl window, call for dimensions, Dayton (775)720-2919 HOME IN NEED OF IMPROVEMENT? ADDITIONS, remodels, garages, we do it all! Free estimates, 21 years experience, Carson Valley Construction Company LLC, NV#0074855 (775)291-1453
Happy March Birthdays!
Wishing you happiness to welcome each morning, wishing you laughter to make your heart sing. Wishing you friendship sharing and caring, and all of the joy your birthday can bring! Happy Birthday!! PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitations or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. To complain of discrimination call HUD. KIOTI TRACTOR - MODEL CS2510 WITH loader, I don’t need it anymore, new $14,600, now $12,000, Yerington (775)220-6525
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But Mom!
A girl asks her boyfriend, “Do you think I’m vain?” “Of course not,” he says, “why do you ask?” “Well,” she says, “girls as beautiful as me usually are.”
Mom: Junior, when those boys started throwing rocks at you, why didn’t you come and tell me instead of throwing rocks back? Son: But Mom, you can’t throw well!
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LAWN CARE SERVICE! AERATING, THATCHING, Mowing, Trimming, Pruning, Sprinklers/Repair, General Yard Clean Up, Free Estimates, 10+ Years Experience, Ruben (775)430-3585
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Happy 40th Anniversary Laxague Feed & Supply!
Gardnerville, NV You have been a valued member of our community for 40 years and we wish you continued success.Congratulations on your 40th Anniversary! Many best wishes and blessings for years to come! SPECIALIZING IN GARAGES, ADDITIONS, REMODELS, decks, patio covers, free estimates, NV#0080432, Redline Construction Inc. (775)781-3955
Flying Pig Flea Market
Our next dates will be Saturdays, March 21st and April 18th 8am-3pm and Sundays, March 22nd and April 19th, 9am-3pm, Fuji Park Building, Carson City. Be a vendor. Come to browse, for information call (775)882-4717 or (775)315-0008 FREE: 9 LAYING HENS, LOCATED IN Johnson Lane Area, Minden 775-267-3606 MAINTENANCE FREE DECKS AND PATIO COVERS, knowledgeable, honest, professional service! Serving Northern Nevada for 18+ years! Free Quotes! K & C Construction, NV#0079034 (775)691-6462
Ordering a cup of coffee
I pulled up to the drive-thru of a fast-food restaurant and ordered coffee. I asked the clerk to put some ice cubes into the cup so that I could drink the cool coffee quickly. At the window, there was a delay. Finally, the clerk came to the window looking frustrated, and announced, “I’m having a problem. The ice keeps melting.”
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“Welcome to Nevada” tidbits
Nevada has more mountain ranges than any other Lower 48 states. With over 300 ranges and 57 peaks topping 11,000 feet, Nevada’s home to thousands of miles of hiking trails. And its highest point, the 13,145ft Boundary Peak, is only a half mile from the California border along Highway 6, making it an easy-to-reach objective for hikers. Well, okay, it’ll seem easy till you actually get on the mountain and see you’re in for a ton of scree scrambles. Never say “Nuh-vahd-uh.”It’s “Ne-VAD-uh” (where “vad” rhymes with “rad”). Locals are very picky about this. Make a friend and pronounce it correctly! The Las Vegas Strip packs a lot into 4.2 miles — more than you probably know. Including 62,000 hotel rooms, 15,000 miles of lighted neon tubing, 17,700 people walking around at any given time, and the world’s tallest Ferris wheel — the 550ft High Roller, which is so high that Big Ben would have to be propped on top of the London Eye for the British equivalent to reach the same height. Great Basin National Park has some of the darkest night skies anywhere in the US. By day, this surreal national park is 77,180 acres of sharp peaks, ice-sculpted valleys, and 3,000-year-old bristlecone pines. By clear, moonless night, meteors and star clusters, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the full majesty of the Milky Way can all be seen with the naked eye. Go now, because by 2025 it’s predicted that no dark skies will remain in the continental US. If you think of Reno as just another Nevada city to gamble in, some kind of ‘runner-up’ to Vegas, as it were, you don’t know Reno. In recent years, the MidTown District — a slice of city just south of the Truckee River and downtown — has remade itself into a hip collection of bars, restaurants, cafes, art galleries, and live music venues that have redefined what it means to live and play in Reno. It may be 10 minutes from the oldest continually running casino in the state — Railroad Pass Casino — but Boulder City is one of only two towns in Nevada that forbids gambling. Designed in 1931 as a model community for workers at the nearby Hoover Dam, the law against gambling was all part of a plan to create a clean-living environment where residents wouldn’t end up losing all their hard-earned cash at the slots. Even today, just organizing a raffle requires a permit. Las Vegas sees more than 300 weddings a day. That’s 115,000 marriages a year. Given the entire Vegas population is 603,488 people, you can bet your last chip that a ton of those newlyweds are Californians making the most of $60 marriage licenses and no waiting period. But it’s not all Elvis-ordained quickies. Ceremonies take place surrounded by Mount Charleston’s snow and pine trees; among the glowing 500 million-year-old sandstone of Red Rock Canyon; by the sheer, rippling rock faces of the 277-mile-long, Oh-my-GodI-can’t-believe-I’m-really-here Grand Canyon; at Burning Man… You can swap UFO-sighting stories in Rachel. Population 100, Rachel is the closest town to Area 51, where alien spacecrafts are rumored to be studied by the government. Perhaps more enticingly, Continued...
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Rachel’s remote location makes for incredibly clear night skies, and the surrounding desert is dotted with petroglyphs and ghost towns. There’s world-class fly fishing just over the border. If you’re an angler with an eye for trout, post up in the eastern Sierra and take your pick of some of the best fly fishing spots anywhere. The Truckee River continually produces the biggest trout you’ll find south of Alaska. The nearby Carson River, is home to the rare Pauite Cutthroat. And then you’ve got Pyramid Lake, where a 1925 catch by Johnny Skimmerhorn set the world record — his Lahontan cutthroat, a fine specimen of Nevada’s state fish, weighed in at 41 pounds. HOT TUB SERVICE, WEEKLY AND BIWEEKLY service, reasonable rates, private homes and vacation rentals, hot tub cover sales, call Tahoe Sierra Hot Tubs (775)267-2490 ALLERGIES AND DUST A PROBLEM? WHOLE house air duct cleaning special $499, all vents, returns, heater and ac cleaned and sanitized, dryer vent cleaning $99, call Peake Air, NV#260831 (775)392-0994 FURNITURE: OAK ENTRY TABLE (Hammary) 18”x36”, 5 small drawers, Queen Ann legs, $150; Oversize rocker, Mission style, black leather seat $125 775267-0445
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A few examples as to why the English language is so hard to learn
The bandage was wound around the wound. The farm was used to produce produce. The dump was so full it had to refuse more refuse. We must polish the Polish furniture. He could lead if he would get the lead out. The soldier decided to desert his dessert in the desert. Since there was no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present. A bass was painted on the head of the bass drum. When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes. I did not object to the object. The insurance was invalid for the invalid. There was a row among the oarsmen on how to row. They were too close to the door to close it. The buck does funny things when does are present. A seamstress and a sewer fell down into a sewer line. To help with planting, the farmer taught his sow to sow. The wind was too strong to wind the sail. After a number of injections my jaw got number. Upon seeing the tear in the painting I shed a tear. I had to subject the subject to a series of tests. WE WILL TAKE CARE OF YOUR PETS IN YOUR home, all sizes, we WILL spoil them as you do, call for meet and greet, 10 years experience, housekeeping available too, Serving Dayton, Carson City, Douglas County, Johnnell and Al (209)986-6381
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” Child’s Whisper
A child’s love is like a whisper, given in little ways we do not hear but if you listen closely it will be very clear. They often do not say it loud but in how they come to you... Daddy, will you play with me? Mommy, tie my shoe? ...the many ways they tell you changes as they grow Dad, I made the team today! Mom, I’ve Got to go! Pop, I need some money, You see there’s...this girl at school... Mama, I met a boy today and wow he is so cool...! Dad, I’ve got something to tell you... I think she is the one. Mom, He asked me to marry him. Would you love him as your son? Dad, I’ve got some news for you... It’s gonna be a boy! Mom, I’m kind of scared of this, yet I’m filled with joy! A child’s love is like a whisper, given in little ways we do not hear but if you listen closely it will be very clear. They often do not say it loud but in how they come to you... Grandpa, will you play with me? Grandma, tie my shoe... It is never ending, A blessing from above listen to the whispers of a child’s love. HOUSECLEANING, DEEP CLEANING, MOVE OUTS, Free estimates, 5 years experience, Licensed and Insured, Serving Carson, Douglas County and Dayton, Call Sonia (775)409-7212
March 19th- Start of Spring (Spring Equinox) COMPUTER PROBLEMS? DO YOU NEED help connecting your gadgets? On-site computer repair and network configurations, Honest and Affordable, justin.nelson@goowy.com Dayton (775)450-3735 RESIDENTIAL CLEANING, LICENSED, BONDED and insured with references, Free estimates, great cleaning, fair prices, Samantha (775)220-4252 CASH PAID FOR OLD COSTUME JEWELRY: All types including Silver, Copper, Rhinestones, Old Plastics, Glass, Pot Metal, Pins, Bracelets, Rings, Necklaces, Old Watches, Lockets, larger quantities preferred, please leave phone number and clear message on home phone, I call everyone back, Joanne (775)465-9422
Accepting Applications
The Douglas County School District is currently accepting applications for Swing Shift Custodian, George Whittell High School, Starting Salary: $16.69/hour, 40 hours per week / Full benefits. For more information, please contact Bill Blumenthal, Facilities Supervisor, Phone: (775)392-0745 ROOM FOR RENT, CHRISTIAN VETERAN WOMAN WANTS 50+ mature person, non smoker/non drugs $500 per month, call for more details (530)210-8302
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CAREGIVERS, HONEST, HARD WORKERS, AVAILABLE all shifts, responsible, respite care, 20+ years experience, Call Mary, Dayton (775)241-2201 HEAVY DUTY MEDICAL WALKER MADE by Guardian, extra sturdy, can support up to 300 pounds $75 214336-5618 ACME BOAT & RV STORAGE – RESIDENT MANAGER, fenced, lighted, lowest rates around, Gardnerville (775)265-4766
A Love Story
I will seek and find you . . . I shall take you to bed and have my way with you. I will make you ache, shake and sweat until you moan and groan. I will make you beg for mercy, beg for me to stop. I will exhaust you to the point that you will be relieved when I’m finished with you. And, when I am finished, you will be weak for days. All my love, The Flu MONUMENTS UNLIMITED, HEADSTONES, curbing, granite and concrete, all colors available, quality work (775)720-1627 SEMI RETIRED PAINTER, INTERIOR, EXTERIOR and cabinets, no two-story houses, based in Minden area, call John (831)801-0003
Consignment Store Now Open...
at 607 S. Main Yerington. Large inventory of gently used furniture and household items. Some clothing. Weekday hours by appointment, Saturday and Sunday 11am2pm. NEW! Barbie Doll and Star Wars collections, still in boxes! If you have a treasure that needs a new home call Pat (408)804-4010 for an appointment.
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PAINTING BY ART - STAINING AND PAINTING done at affordable rates, personal service with 18 years experience, call for free estimate, Gardnerville (775)392-3997
FOR A NEW AND INNOVATIVE HAIR STYLE call Cathy Hallifax at Déjà vu Salon in Minden, mention this ad for $5 off any hair service (530)518-1166 or (775)7828776
A Pious Old Man
A pious man, who had reached the age of 105, suddenly stopped going to synagogue. Alarmed by the old fellow’s absence after so many years of faithful attendance, the Rabbi went to see him. He found him in excellent health, so the Rabbi asked, “How come after all these years we don’t see you at services anymore?” The old man lowered his voice. “I’ll tell you, Rabbi,” he whispered. “When I got to be 90, I expected God to take me any day. But then I got to be 95, then 100, then 105. So, I figured that God is very busy and must’ve forgotten about me, and I don’t want to remind Him!” HELP! I AM IN SEARCH OF SPECIALS FROM 195060’s American and/or European powered cars. Maybe steel, aluminum, fiberglass or combination. Cars created by enthusiast for pleasure or racing, contact (775)2916827
What is a Caucus?
The term caucus generally means a meeting of political party members to discuss or debate what they stand for and to figure out who will represent them in the upcoming election. The most widely known caucus in the United States is the first in the nation Iowa caucuses that occur every 4 years to select the presidential nominee for the party. One way you can think of caucuses is to think of a set of meetings. Basically, party members meet to jointly pick their candidates for an election, but they do this by selecting delegates - people who will go to the national convention and cast their votes for a candidate. During this time there may be debate, agreement, arguments, or any other form of negotiation before delegates are selected that will ultimately vote for a candidate. In the case of the Iowa caucuses, there are 99 different counties that each have a meeting at the same time to decide how the delegates will vote, which is rolled up to the state level until a decision has been made. Unlike a primary which feels much more like a general election, a caucus is a bit more chaotic and may require some negotiation to resolve. HARLEY DAVIDSON! 25 JACKETS AND LEATHER JACKETS, some never worn, Extra-large and XX, large helmet and 2 small helmets, rain outfit, bike speakers and more, John (775)230-1175
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” To be thankful for...
The messes to clean after a party because it means friends have surrounded you. The taxes you pay because it means that I’m employed. The clothes that fit a little too snug because it means you have enough to eat. Your shadow who watches you work because it means you’re out in the sunshine A lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning and gutters that need fixing because it means you have a home. All the complaining you hear about our government because it means we have freedom of speech. The spot you find at the far end of the parking lot because it means you are capable of walking. A huge heating bill because it means you are warm. The lady behind you in church who sings off key, because it means that you can hear. The piles of laundry and ironing because it means your loved ones are nearby. Weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day because it means you have been productive. The alarm ringing in the early morning hours because it means that you’re awake and alive. If you have something to sell or something to say, put it in the Scoop today! sierrascoop.com
Come Join us at Johnson Lane Baptist Church
Bible Believing, Gospel Preaching, Christ Loving Church, Sunday, 9:45am Sunday School, 11am Sunday Service, 5pm Evening Service, 1581 Johnson Lane, Minden (775)2679590 TIRED OF BEING DULL? I SHARPEN CHEFS knives, scissors of all types, clipper blades, TJ’S Sharpening (775)841-1079 BATTLE BORN SMALL ENGINES, LOCATED AT 5460 US Hwy 50 East in Carson City, NV. Lawn mowers, trimmers, snow blowers, chainsaws, leaf blowers, tractor repair, trailer repair, along with welding and fabrication! Please give us a call at (775)434-7028 to schedule your service or repair. Competitive rates and friendly faces. We can’t wait to meet you. ALPINE TREE SERVICE - TRIMMING, REMOVAL, grinding and lot clearing, no job too small, Licensed, Insured and over 35 years experience (775)721-2880 MOUNTAIN DESERT BUILDERS: SPECIALIZING in remodels, one room to the entire home, including decks, windows, doors, siding and trim, Lic.#83159, Call Eamonn (775)781-4753
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