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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 DX NIKON 70-300MM 1:45-6.3GEO AFP, BRAND new Nikon bag $135, Gardnerville (805)722-7667 DO YOU NEED TO REPLACE YOUR WORN out concrete driveway, patio, or walkway? We also install new patios, driveways, monolithic garage slabs, retaining walls, footings, and stemwalls. K&C Construction, NV LIC # 79034, 79237, 81038, 86464. To get a free quote call at (775)691-6462 TAKE CARE OF YOUR LOVED ONES. WILLS and Trusts. Day R. Williams, Attorney at Law, 1601 Fairview Drive, Suite C, Carson City, NV. Call Day today! (775)8858398 ESTATE SALE! FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26th and 27th, 9am-2pm; Furniture, Neoclassical antiques, Antique China Sets and so much more, 1486 Hussman Ave., Gardnerville TWO 2 YEAR OLD OPEN HEIFERS, READY FOR butcher (775)720-7686
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Father and son
A father and son went fishing one day. While they were out in the boat, the boy suddenly became curious about the world around him. He asked his father, “How does this boat float? The father replied, “Don’t rightly know son.” A little later, the boy looked at his father and asked, “How do fish breath underwater?” Once again the father replied, “Don’t rightly know son.” A little later the boy asked his father, “Why is the sky blue?” Again, the father replied. “Don’t rightly know son.” Finally, the boy asked his father, “Dad, do you mind my asking you all of these questions?” The father replied, “Of course not, you don’t ask questions, you never learn nothin’.”
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” Home
The greatest love affair of my life isn’t with a person, but a house. It may seem shallow, but really it’s far from it. My great grandfather built this house with his bare hands in the late 1930’s. The living room I sit in while I write this is the same living room I sat in when my grandfather brought me here to visit his mother, my great grandma. She always kept a candy dish full of candy on her coffee table, the same coffee table that sits right in front of me now. The solid oak floors beneath my feet are the same oak floors that sat underneath the feet of several generations of my family. This house has witnessed my history. This roof has sheltered those who came before me and who made me who I am today. I believe I was around 5 years old when I told my grandpa on a warm spring afternoon that this is where I wanted to live when I grew up. This is where I wanted to raise my own family. Time passed as it always does. Family members passed as they unfortunately always do. I came back to the house, the house came back to me. It was exactly the same as I remembered. The furniture. The dark wood walls and floors. The long sunroom on the second floor. It glided from my memories into present day. The work it required to be livable again was overwhelming. The costs were staggering. I powered through it all, fueled only by a love that refused to die. Tonight I sit here with my partner, our bellies full from a meal I prepared in the same kitchen my great grandmother prepared meals for her family. White smoke billows from the chimney. We are safe and warm and happy. I am finally home. (author unknown) CUSTOM SHIRTS, JACKETS, HATS, BAGS for your corporate event, fundraiser, family gathering, promotional event, etc. All sizes and varieties are available. Contact Doug at Ts in Motion, info@tsinmotion.com or (775)267-1991
Really?
An elderly man is stopped by the police around 2 a.m. and is asked where he is going at this time of night. The man replies, “I am on my way to a lecture about alcohol abuse and the effects it has on the human body, as well as smoking and staying out late.” The officer then asks, “Really? Who is giving that lecture at this time of night?” The man replies, “That would be my wife.” HOOVER WIND TUNNEL UPRIGHT VACUUM lightly used $65; Fourteen men’s collectible belt buckles various prices from $2 to $12, Purchase all for $50, Gardnerville (775)392-4292 ELECTRICAL TOOLS - 10’ A FRAME AND 8’ A FRAME LADDERS $140, 1 Rigid tripod vise, used twice $200; 1 Rigid hand pipe threader, 2” to 1/2” used twice $300 (909)709-7483 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 ProBalanced Bookkeeping & Tax Service (775)246-3363
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CASH PAID FOR VINTAGE COSTUME JEWELRY. 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 my NEW phone number. I return all calls. Call Joanne at (775)4302352 TRUCKING, DUMP TRUCK, BOBCAT/LOADER, Excavation and Water Truck Services, call Wade Draper - EMS Transport at (775)690-1671
Instructions amiss
A man was having marital problems. So he went to his counselor. The counselor says, “When you get home, throw down your briefcase, take off your clothes, run to her, embrace her, and passionately kiss her.” In two weeks he was back in the counselor’s office. The counselor asked “How did it go?” He said, “She didn’t have anything to say, but her bridge club got a big kick out of it.” $200 OFF ANY COMPLETE ROOFING JOB, NEW roof, re-roof, repairs, 10% off for repairs, $100 maximum, must present ad for discount, over 25 years experience, Licensed, Bonded and Insured, Tom Goldston Roofing, “Where Quality is Remembered Long After the Price is Forgotten” NV Lic#58203 (775)790-2461
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WOMEN’S COATS, SIZE LARGE - PURPLE REX RABBIT swing $400, grey Sheared Beaver bomber $950, brown faux fur $80; Two 40” flat screens $50, Gardnerville (775)392-4292 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
I’m a changed person
There is no use looking back at yesterday. I am no longer the person I was back then. Every morning when the sun rises, I am a changed person. Changed by the experiences I’ve had, the lessons I have learned, and the love I have received. It’s time to move forward and embrace the life that I’ve been given, be grateful for the many blessings that have been bestowed upon me, and start living a life of passion. There will always be ups and downs, good times and bad, losses and gains. Life is about learning lessons, showing love in the process, and growing into the beautiful souls we are meant to become. Don’t let yesterday rob you of your happiness today. Every time the sun rises, it’s a new opportunity to make your life the best of your life. Enjoy every moment. (author unknown) ACME BOAT & RV STORAGE – RESIDENT MANAGER, fenced, lighted, lowest rates around, Gardnerville (775)2654766
The Lord is my Shepherd
The Lord is my Shepherd -- That’s RELATIONSHIP! I shall not want -- That’s SUPPLY! He maketh me to lie down in green pastures -- That’s REST! He leadeth me beside still waters -That’s REFRESHMENT! He restoreth my soul -- That’s HEALING! He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness -- That’s GUIDANCE! For His name sake -- That’s PURPOSE! Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil -- That’s PROTECTION! For thou art with me -- That’s FAITHFULNESS! Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me -- That’s COMFORT! Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies -- That’s HOPE! Thou anointest my head with oil -- That’s CONSECRATION! My cup runneth over -- That’s ABUNDANCE! Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life -- That’s BLESSING! And I will dwell in the house of the Lord -- That’s SECURITY! Forever -- That’s ETERNITY! (Author Unknown) AMERICAN FUND RESEARCH AMMUNITION for sale, various calibers, call for details (775)720-6076 KENMORE ELITE He2 ELECTRIC DRYER, EXCELLENT condition exterior and performance $155, Gardnerville (805)722-7667
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Complimenting the wife
Joe had asked Bob to help him out with the deck after work, so Bob just went straight over to Joe’s place. When they got to the door, Joe went straight to his wife, gave her a hug and told her how beautiful she was and how much he had missed her at work. When it was time for supper, he complimented his wife on her cooking, kissed her and told her how much he loved her. Once they were working on the deck, Bob told Joe that he was surprised that he fussed so much over his wife. Joe said that he’d started this about six months ago, it had revived their marriage, and things couldn’t be better. Bob thought he’d give it a go. When he got home, he gave his wife a massive hug, kissed her and told her that he loved her. His wife burst into tears. Bob was confused and asked why she was crying. She said, “This is the worst day of my life. First, little Billy fell off his bike and twisted his ankle. Then, the washing machine broke and flooded the basement. And now, you come home drunk!” 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
Engaged
A few moments after the daughter announced her engagement, her Father asked, “Does this fellow have any money?” “Oh Daddy, you men are all alike,” sighing deeply, she replied, “That’s exactly what he asked me about you.”
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Here’s how to stop it! If you haven’t been using the privacy feature Facebook introduced last year, you really need to start. It’s called Off-Facebook Activity and it lets you see and control data that apps and websites share with the platform and keep monitoring the kind of information third-party apps can access. With the privacy feature, you can clear the history of apps and websites that have shared your data. You can also turn off future Off-Facebook activity, which tells Facebook to disconnect any information that the company has shared from your account. Or, you can selectively choose which companies you want to stop sharing your activity and it’ll stop showing you those targeted ads. How the Off-Facebook Activity tool works. Using Facebook’s business tools, you can see what information apps and websites have sent to Facebook. From there, you can clear the information from your account and turn off future “off-Facebook activity” from your account. You’ll be able to control this for all apps and websites so they’ll no longer be able to share your search activity with Facebook. To get started, go to Settings & Privacy > Settings > Your Facebook Information > Off-Facebook Activity. From there, you can manage your Off-Facebook Activity, clear all history and turn off any future activity to your account. Once you clear the activity managed by the tool, Facebook will remove your identifying information that the apps and websites share. That means Facebook won’t know which websites you visited or what you looked at, so you won’t see any targeted ads from those sites. (cnet.com) HOME REPAIR PRO, MR. FIX IT, ANY OUTSIDE/INSIDE repairs, big or small, flat rate $40 per hour (775)6915119 LAWN CARE SERVICE! AERATING, THATCHING, Mowing, Trimming, Pruning, Sprinklers/Repair, General Yard Clean Up, Free Estimates, 10+ Years Experience, Ruben (775)430-3585
Douglas County Republican Women’s...
March 3rd meeting will be held at Valley Christian Fellowship Church Hall, 1681 Lucerne St. Minden. Guest speaker will be Lisa Walsh, retired warden from the Nevada State Prison. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Lunch will be served - cost is $15.00. Please RSVP by February 28th - lrcal@aol.com or Linda 775782-5338. Save the date: May 15th - DCRW Membership BBQ at Lampe Park. YARD ENHANCEMENT SERVICES, handyman, fence repair/rebuild, tree and brush trim/removal, defensible space improvement, hauling, dump runs, Douglas County, Kelly (209)352-0084
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Children sent through the mail
One of the most overlooked, yet most significant innovations of the early 20th century might be the Post Office’s decision to start shipping large parcels and packages through the mail. While private delivery companies flourished during the 19th century, the Parcel Post dramatically expanded the reach of mail-order companies to America’s many rural communities, as well as the demand for their products. When the Post Office’s Parcel Post officially began on January 1, 1913, the new service suddenly allowed millions of Americans great access to all kinds of goods and services. But almost immediately, it had some unintended consequences as some parents tried to send their children through the mail. “It got some headlines when it happened, probably because it was so cute,” United States Postal Service historian Jenny Lynch tells Smithsonian.com. Just a few weeks after Parcel Post began, an Ohio couple named Jesse and Mathilda Beagle “mailed” their 8-month-old son James to his grandmother, who lived just a few miles away in Batavia. According to Lynch, Baby James was just shy of the 11-pound weight limit for packages sent via Parcel Post, and his “delivery” cost his parents only 15 cents in postage (although they did insure him for $50). The quirky story soon made newspapers, and for the next several years, similar stories would occasionally surface as other parents followed suit. Postage was cheaper than a train ticket. 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 WEEKLY LAWN CARE AND AERATION, 16+ years experience, quality service, serving Carson Valley, Carson Valley Lawn Care, Insured (775)230-2546 ALPINE TREE SERVICE - TRIMMING, REMOVAL, grinding and lot clearing, no job too small, Licensed, Insured and over 35 years experience (775)721-2880
ACT 2 Consignment Have you visited us?
Furniture, Home Decor, Clothing and Collectibles. Hours are flexible. 607 S. Main Street, Yerington, NV. Call Pat (408)8044010 or Toni (775)430-9936 BORDER COLLIE MIX PUPPIES, SMART LOYAL Companions, Vet checked, 1st shots and dewormed (775)741-0231 SUTRO LANDSCAPING, ONE CALL DOES IT all; lawn care, aerating and thatching, sprinkler systems, sod installation and planting, clean-ups and much more, Free Estimates, Operated by owner, NV#50048 (775)246-4871 or (775)2913095 What do Eskimos get from sitting on the ice too long? - Polaroids
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Where did she go?
An elderly woman in her nineties had a visitor from her church come to see her at the nursing home. “How are you?” the visitor asked. “Oh,” said the elderly woman, “I’m just worried sick!” “You look like you’re in good health. They take good care of you here, don’t they?” “Oh, yes, they take good care of me here.” “Do you have any pain?” the visitor asked.“No, I can’t say I do,” the elderly woman replied. “Then what has you worried sick?” the visitor asked. The elderly woman leaned in and explained, “All of my closest friends have already died and gone to heaven. I’m sure they are all wondering where I went!
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Hometown
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I went back to my home town and decided to visit the house I grew up in. I asked the occupants if I could come inside. They said, “No!” My parents can be so grouchy sometimes.
1983 EL CAMINO $6,900; TWO MAN AUGER and 8” and 18” bits $1,300; large quantity of irrigation fittings $390; five tie down chains and binders $350; 12’X24’ mesh tarp $70 (775)265-6798
WANTED! INCOMPLETE SETS OF DOMINOES to make complete sets for shut-in seniors. Please send to: Little Barb, 735 South Center St, #14, Yerington, NV 89447. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
HOT TUB SERVICE, WEEKLY AND BI WEEKLY service, reasonable rates, private homes and vacation rentals, hot tub cover sales, call Tahoe Sierra Hot Tubs (775)267-2490
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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Worrying works! 90% of the things I worry about never happen.
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Salmonella Outbreak in Finches
The Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) and Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care (LTWC) are asking the public to be on the lookout for sick or dead finches associated with bird feeders. Finches across the western states are dying from an outbreak of salmonellosis, a common and often fatal bird disease caused by the salmonella bacteria. The problem appears to be especially bad along coastal Northern California, Oregon, and Washington, with reports of many sick and dying birds. Most affected by salmonellosis are Pine Siskins, but Lesser Goldfinch and other finch species can fall victim to salmonellosis as well. In recent weeks, dead siskins also have been found in backyards in the Carson Valley and Truckee. The bacteria are spread through droppings, and where bird seed piles up beneath feeders, or in tray feeders where the birds can simply stand among the seeds, droppings can accumulate in the seed itself. Please report any dead or visibly sick finches to either LTWC (530.577.2273) or TINS (775.298.0060) (yubanet.com) MIKES HORSESHOEING SERVICE, 34 YEARS experience! Serving Carson Valley and surrounding areas! Mike Romine (775)350-0351 ANHEUSER BUSH ADVERISTING SIGN, 3’ LONG, LIGHTS UP, advertising on one side, man and woman with beer and pretzels on opposite side $100 (775)790-2216 March 14th - Daylight Savings
Let go of your Stresses!
A psychologist walked around a room while teaching stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they’d be asked the “half empty or half full” question. Instead, with a smile on her face, she inquired: ”How heavy is this glass of water?” Answers called out ranged from 8 oz. to 20 oz. She replied, “The absolute weight doesn’t matter. It depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute, it’s not a problem. If I hold it for an hour, I’ll have an ache in my arm. If I hold it for a day, my arm will feel numb and paralyzed. In each case, the weight of the glass doesn’t change, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes.” She continued, “The stresses and worries in life are like that glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them a bit longer and they begin to hurt. And if you think about them all day long, you will feel paralyzed – incapable of doing anything.” It’s important to remember to let go of your stresses. As early in the evening as you can, put all your burdens down. Don’t carry them through the evening and into the night. Remember to put the glass down! 2013 JAYFLIGHT/JAYSWIFT 19’ TRAVEL TRAILER for sale. Excellent condition, Sleeps 5, Dual wheels, New awning installed 2018, One owner vehicle, Selling it for what we owe on it, $7359.78. Call Mike or Shannon/Wellington (530)2056549 Why didn’t Noah swat those two mosquitoes?
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” Grandma’s Hands
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Inner Peace
I am passing this on to you because it definitely works and we could all use a little more calmness in our lives. By following simple advice heard on a popular TV talk show, you too can find inner peace. The TV host proclaimed, “The way to achieve inner peace is to finish all the things you have started and have never finished.” So, I looked around my house to see all the things I started and hadn’t finished, and before leaving the house this morning, I finished off a bottle of Merlot, a bottle of Zinfandel, a bottle of Bailey’s Irish Cream, a bottle of Kahlua, a package of Oreos, the remainder of my old Prozac prescription, the rest of the cheesecake, some Doritos, and a box of chocolates and the rest of my half-gallon of Blue Bell Original Vanilla Bean ice-cream. You have no idea how freaking good I feel right now. Please pass this on to those whom you think might be in need of inner peace. CRAFTSMAN CONSTRUCTION LLC, SPECIALIZING in: New Construction, Additions, Remodels and Painting: Quality Workmanship with over 30 years experience, free estimates, Serving Carson Valley, NV Lic.60315, NVPainting Lic.82727 Find us on Facebook or (775)690-1749
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Grandma, some ninety plus years, sat feebly on the patio bench. She didn’t move, just sat with her head down staring at her hands. When I sat down beside her she didn’t acknowledge my presence and the longer I sat I wondered if she was OK. Finally, not really wanting to disturb her but wanting to check on her at the same time, I asked her if she was OK. She raised her head and looked at me and smiled. “Yes, I’m fine, thank you for asking,” she said in a clear strong voice. “I didn’t mean to disturb you, Grandma, but you were just sitting here staring at your hands and I wanted to make sure you were OK,” I explained to her. “Have you ever looked at your hands?” she asked. “I mean really looked at your hands?” I slowly opened my hands and stared down at them. I turned them over, palms up and then palms down. No, I guess I had never really looked at my hands as I tried to figure out the point she was making. Grandma smiled and related the following story: “Stop and think for a moment about the hands you have, how they have served you well throughout your years. “These hands, though wrinkled, shriveled and weak have been the tools I have used all my life to reach out and grab and embrace life. They braced and caught my fall when as a toddler I crashed upon the floor. They put food in my mouth and clothes on my back. As a child my mother taught me to fold them in prayer. They tied my shoes and pulled on my boots. “They held my husband and wiped my tears when he went off to war. They have been dirty, scraped and raw, swollen and bent! “They were uneasy and clumsy when I tried to hold my newborn son. Decorated with my wedding band they showed the world that I was married and loved someone special. “They wrote my letters to him and trembled and shook when I buried my parents and spouse. They have held my children and grandchildren, consoled neighbors, and shook in fists of anger when I didn’t understand. They have covered my face, combed my hair, and washed and cleansed the rest of my body. “They have been sticky and wet, bent and broken, dried and raw. And to this day when not much of anything else of me works real well these hands hold me up, lay me down, and again continue to fold in prayer. “These hands are the mark of where I’ve been and the ruggedness of life. But more importantly it will be these hands that God will reach out and take when he leads me home. And with my hands He will lift me to His side and there I will use these hands to touch the face of Christ.” I will never look at my hands the same again. God reached out and took my grandma’s hands and led her home. When my hands are hurt or sore or when I stroke the face of my children and husband I think of Grandma. I know she has been held by the hands of God. And I, too, want to touch the face of God and feel His hands upon my face. CASH PAID FOR – KNIVES; TOBACCO Pipes; Old Lanterns (Camping, RR); Old Camp / Backpack Stoves; Old Decoys / Hunting Stuff, Jeff (775)720-2577 RENT ME FOR SPRING CLEANING, PUT A roll-off dumpster at your home, you load, we remove (775)297-2320
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Future plans
A couple in their early seventies were discussing their future plans. The husband asked, “What will you do if I die before you?” The wife thought for a moment before replying, “I will probably look to share a house with three other single or widowed women, maybe people a little younger than me since I am still active for my age. What about you? What will you do if I die first?” He answered, “Probably the same.”
92 today
An old fellow was celebrating 92 years on this Earth. He spoke to his toes. “Hello, toes!” he said, “How are you, toes? You know, you are 92 today. Oh, the times we’ve had! Remember we walked in the park in summer every Sunday afternoon. The times we waltzed on the dance floor? Happy Birthday, toes!” “Hello, knees,” he continued. “How are you, knees? You know you’re 92 today. Oh, the times we’ve had! Remember when we marched in the parade? Oh the hurdles we’ve jumped together. Happy Birthday knees!” Then, he looked down at his crotch. “Hello Willie! You little bugger, if you were alive today, you’d be 92.”
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” Cesar Chavez Day
The purpose of this holiday is to celebrate the birthday and the legacy of civil rights and labor movement leader Cesar Chavez. State offices and schools, however, are only closed in states which have this day listed as a state holiday as well. For instance, state offices and schools are closed in Arizona, California and New Mexico are closed on this day. Born as Cesario Estrada Chavez on March 31, 1927, around Yuma, Arizona, Cesar Chavez spent much of his young life living the life as a migrant farm worker with his family. His life as a migrant worker allowed him to see the treatment, wages and working conditions of migrant workers up close. He knew the hardships they faced because he faced them too and he wanted to make a change for the better. So he decided to become a labor organizer in the 1950s. He would then go on to form the National Farm Workers Association in 1962. In 1965, his National Farm Workers Association joined forces with the Agricultural Workers Organizing Committee and together they organized their first strike against grape growers. This strike lasted 5 years and resulted in some grape companies offering their workers a contract. The following year, these two unions would merge together and were eventually renamed the United Farm Workers in 1972. All throughout his life, Chavez used nonviolent means to bring attention to the problems of farm workers, especially migrant farm workers. For many years, he led marches, boycotts, and hunger strikes. On April 23, 1993, Cesar Chavez died in San Luis, Arizona at the age of 66 years of age.
Did you know?
The Spotted Hyena has one of the strongest bite strengths of any mammal due to its strong jaws. A dog, for example, such as a Mastiff or Rottweiler, has an average bite strength of 325 pounds per square inch. An African Lion has a bite strength of 650 pounds per square inch. A Bengal Tiger has a bite strength of 1,050 pounds per square inch. The Spotted Hyena has a bite strength of 1,100 pounds per square inch. A Great White Shark has an average bite strength of 625 pounds per square inch. A Hippopotamus has an average bite strength of 1,825 pounds per square inch. The animal with the strongest bite strength is the crocodile at 3,700 pounds per square inch. ANTELOPE VALLEY RARE 80 ACRE FEET UNDERGROUND water rights, sell all or part, ready for immediate transfer (831)336-3345 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 BICYCLE SALE! TREK MOUNTAIN BIKE $375; Cannandel Snapse Hi-MOD, Sram red $1,975; Yakima two bike folding carrier $295, Ted (775)721-7780 Research is what I am doing when I don’t know what I’m doing.
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Horseback riding
A blonde man decides to try horseback riding, even though he has had no lessons or prior experience. He mounts the horse unassisted, and the horse immediately springs into motion. It gallops along at a steady and rhythmic pace, but the blond begins to slide from the saddle. In terror, he grabs for the horse’s mane, but cannot seem to get a firm grip. He tries to throw his arms around the horse’s neck, but he slides down the horse’s side anyway. The horse gallops along, seemingly oblivious of its slipping rider. Finally, giving up his frail grip, the blond man attempts to leap away from the horse and throw himself to safety. Unfortunately, his foot has become entangled in the stirrup, he is now at the mercy of the horse’s pounding hooves as his head is struck against the ground over and over. As his head is battered against the ground, he is mere moments away from unconsciousness when to his great fortune Frank, a Wal-Mart greeter, sees his dilemma and unplugs the horse. ...... And you thought all they did was say Hello.
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Playing Dodgeball
So much thrown at me, and up against a wall I feel like I’ve spent my life, playing a game of dodgeball. Something thrown from the left, So I dodge to the right. Trying to keep from getting hit has been a constant fight. Occasionally, I am blindsided and hit square in the face, but I know I can’t quit playing, so I pick up the pace! Sometimes it really hurts and leaves quite a bruise, but I keep right on dodging because I don’t want to lose. But now that I’ve gotten older, I understand the game a little more. keeping your eye on the ball is wiser rather than trying to watch the score. Now that I’m an accomplished player, I can give good advice to you all. Keep dodging to the right or left, but never lose sight of the ball! (author unknown)
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The doorbell rings....
A man opens the door and there’s his mother-in-law on the front step. She asks, “Can I stay here for a few days?” The man says, “Sure you can.” And he closes the door. CARETAKER POSITION WANTED, 65 YEAR OLD SINGLE male, no pets, doesn’t smoke or drink, leave a message and I will call you back (775)901-3566
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Ham Sandwich with Mustard
If you have children you will probably relate to this father… As ham sandwiches go, it was perfection. A thick slab of ham, a fresh bun, crisp lettuce and plenty of expensive, light brown, gourmet mustard. The corners of my jaw aching in anticipation, I carried it to the table in our backyard, picked it up with both hands but was stopped by my wife suddenly at my side. “Hold Johnny (our six-week-old son) while I get my sandwich,” she said. I had him balanced between my left elbow and shoulder and was reaching again for the ham sandwich when I noticed a streak of mustard on my fingers. I love mustard. I had no napkin. I licked it off. It was not mustard. No man ever put a baby down faster. It was the first and only time I have sprinted with my tongue protruding. With a washcloth in each hand I did the sort of routine shoeshine boys do, only I did it on my tongue. Later, after she stopped crying from laughing so hard, my wife said, “Now you know why they call that mustard ‘Poupon.” QUANTUM 600 POWER WHEEL CHAIR $300 OBO (775)790-0885
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Corporate Story
At a meeting, the boss told a joke. Everyone on the team laughed except one guy. The boss asked him, ‘Didn’t you understand my joke?’ The guy replied, ‘Oh I understood it, but I resigned this morning.’ 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 NRA CERTIFIED PISTOL/REVOLVER SAFETY 1 day course for beginners, private one on one instruction, only $125, Call Don (775)690-3458
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I Believe
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I believe - That we don’t have to change friends if we understand that friends change. I believe - That no matter how good a friend is, they’re going to hurt you every once in a while and, you must forgive them for that. I believe - That true friendship continues to grow, even over the longest distance. Same goes for true love. I believe - That you can do something in an instant that will give you heartache for life. I believe - That it’s taking me a long time to become the person I want to be. I believe - That you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them. I believe - That you can keep going long after you can’t. I believe - That we are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel. I believe - That either you control your attitude or it controls you. I believe - That regardless of how hot and steamy a relationship is at first, the passion fades and there had better be something else to take its place. I believe - That heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences. I believe - That money is a lousy way of keeping score. I believe - That my best friend and I can do anything or nothing and have the best time! I believe - That sometimes the people you expect to kick you when you’re down, will be the ones to help you get back up. I believe - That sometimes when I’m angry I have the right to be angry, but that doesn’t give me the right to be cruel. I believe - That just because someone doesn’t love you the way you want them to doesn’t mean they don’t love you with all they have. I believe - That maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you’ve had and what you’ve learned from them and less to
do with how many birthdays you’ve celebrated. I believe - That it isn’t always enough to be forgiven by others. Sometimes you have to learn to forgive yourself. I believe - That no matter how bad your heart is broken the world doesn’t stop for your grief. I believe - That our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become. I believe - That just because two people argue, it doesn’t mean they don’t love each other, And just because they don’t argue, it doesn’t mean they do. I believe - That you shouldn’t be so eager to find out a secret. It could change your life forever. I believe - That two people can look at the exact same thing and see something totally different. I believe - That your life can be changed in a matter of hours by people who don’t even know you. I believe - That even when you think you have no more to give, when a friend cries out to you - you will find the strength to help. I believe - That credentials on the wall do not make you a decent human being. I believe - That the people you care about most in life are the essence of life. Tell them today how much you love them and what they mean to you. (author unknown) 9MM FOXTROT MIKE’S CARBINE MADE FOR Glock magazine 16” barrel with adjustable butt stock, includes 1-33 round magazine, carry bag $1,000, Bill (775)220-0492 HANDYMAN, EXPERIENCED IN MOST HOME Improvements or Repairs, Quality Workmanship, Insured, NV#20101037419 (775)781-5531 or (775)450-2061
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The Trouble Tree
I hired a carpenter to help me restore an old farmhouse. He had just finished a rough first day on the job: a flat tire made him lose an hour of work, the electric saw quit and now his ancient pickup refused to start. While I drove him home, he sat in stony silence. On arriving, he invited me to meet his family. As we walked toward the front door, he paused briefly at a small tree, touching the tips of the branches with both hands. When opening the door, he underwent an amazing transformation. His tanned face was wreathed in smiles and he hugged his two small children and gave his wife a kiss. Afterwards he walked me to the car. We passed the tree and my curiosity got the better of me. I asked him about what I had seen him do earlier. “Oh, that’s my trouble tree,” he replied. “I know I can’t help having troubles on the job, but one thing’s for sure, troubles don’t belong in the house with my wife and the children. So I just hang them up on the tree every night when I come home. Then in the morning I pick them up again.” “Funny thing is,” he smiled, “ when I come out in the morning to pick “em up, there ain’t nearly as many as I remember hanging up the night before. ALL SEASONS - STURDY HANDRAILS, INSIDE - out, large or small, flat or stepped areas, single rail or options available, all metal custom built and installed (775)790-6445 THREE FOOT SQUARE OAK COFFEE TABLE, 15.5” high, like new $75, Gardnerville (805)722-7667
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Go to your room
A frustrated father told a work colleague: “When I was a youngster, I was disciplined by being sent to my room without supper. But in my son’s room, he has his own color TV, computer, games console, cell phone and CD player.” “So what do you do?” The father replied: “I send him to my room!” PAINTING INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR, STAINING, cabinets and fine finishes, free estimates, Powers Painting, NV#68615, (775)781-5531 or (775)450-2061
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” The Passover Story for Kids
God & Dog
On the first day of creation, God created the dog. On the second day, God created man to serve the dog. On the third day, God created all the animals of the earth to serve as potential food for the dog. On the fourth day, God created honest toil so that man could labor for the good of the dog. On the fifth day, God created the tennis ball so that the dog might or might not retrieve it. On the sixth day, God created veterinary science to keep the dog healthy and the man broke. On the seventh day, God tried to rest, but He had to walk the dog. 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
The first Passover happened long ago in the far-away country of Egypt. A mean and powerful king, called Pharaoh, ruled Egypt. Worried that the Jewish people would one day fight against him, Pharaoh decided that these people must become his slaves. As slaves, the Jewish people worked very hard. Every day, from morning until night, they hammered, dug, and carried heavy bricks. They built palaces and cities and worked without rest. The Jewish people hated being slaves. They cried and asked God for help. God chose a man named Moses to lead the Jewish people. Moses went to Pharaoh and said, “God is not happy with the way you treat the Jewish people. He wants you to let the Jewish people leave Egypt and go into the desert, where they will be free.” But Pharaoh stamped his foot and shouted, “No, I will never let the Jewish people go!” Moses warned, “If you do not listen to God, many terrible things, called plagues, will come to your land.” But Pharaoh would not listen, and so the plagues arrived. First, the water turned to blood. Next, frogs and, later, wild animals ran in and out of homes. Balls of hail fell from the sky and bugs, called locusts, ate all of the Egyptians’ food. Each time a new plague began, Pharaoh would cry, “Moses, I’ll let the Jewish people go. Just stop this horrible plague!” Yet no sooner would God take away the plague than Pharaoh would shout: “No, I’ve changed my mind. The Jews must stay!” So God sent more plagues. Finally, as the tenth plague arrived, Pharaoh ordered the Jews to leave Egypt. Fearful that Pharaoh might again change his mind, the Jewish people packed quickly. They had no time to prepare food and no time to allow their dough to rise into puffy bread. They had only enough time to make a flat, cracker-like bread called matzah. They hastily tied the matzah to their backs and ran from their homes. The people had not travelled far before Pharaoh commanded his army to chase after them and bring them back to Egypt. The Jews dashed forward, but stopped when they reached a large sea. The sea was too big to swim across. Frightened that Pharaoh’s men would soon reach them, the people prayed to God, and a miracle occurred. The sea opened up. Two walls of water stood in front of them and a dry, sandy path stretched between the walls. The Jews ran across. Just as they reached the other side, the walls of water fell and the path disappeared. The sea now separated the Jews from the land of Egypt. They were free! Each year at Passover, we eat special foods, sing songs, tell stories, and participate in a seder – a special meal designed to help us remember this miraculous journey from slavery to freedom. (pjlibrary.org)
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Re-luster / Refurbish / Disinfect Kitchen Cabinets
Don’t paint-out or replace your existing cabinetry until you look at our services. The Great Basin has the highest UV and driest climate in the USA, damaging your cabinets’ finish. We have a whole new method and new concepts, 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 empty your cabinets! In just a few 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 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and clean-up & sanitize by 4:30 p.m., returning to your kitchen at 9:00 a.m. the next morning. Our deep cleaning professional and refurbishing products are hand rubbed, dustless, UV protective and EPA Nev. & Calif. Compliant! Yes, we have been and will continue to kill bacteria and disinfect, to our Guidelines! For inspections, sampling, client testimonials, written ‘Covid19 Sanitizing Program’, e-mail: danakathy-pc@hotmail.com OR call: ‘Cabinets Etc.’, Dana @ (775)781-7462 or Kathy @ (775)782-7821. NV. Lic. #18331, CA. Lic. #310071. PART TIME EMPLOYMENT, NON-PROFIT AGENCY; flexible hours working with seniors. Positions available in Topaz, Coleville, Walker and Bridgeport, California. Call for more information (530)495-2700
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Christening
After the christening of his baby brother in church, Little Johnny cried all the way home in the back seat of the car. His father asked him what was wrong and finally, the boy sobbed, “That priest said he wanted us brought up in a Christian home, and I want to stay with you guys!” 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 PAINTER, SEMI-RETIRED WITH 40 YEARS experience in Nevada, Save Money, Get Seasonal Discount Now, inside or out, Fences (775)901-1912
March 28th - Passover
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Mom visits her son for dinner
A Mom visits her son for dinner who lives with a girl roommate. During the course of the meal, his mother couldn’t help but notice how pretty his roommate was. She had long been suspicious of a relationship between the two, and this had only made her more curious. Over the course of the evening, while watching the two interact, she started to wonder if there was more between him and his roommate than met the eye. Reading his mom’s thoughts, the son volunteered: “I know what you must be thinking, but I assure you, we are just roommates.” About a week later, his roommate came to him saying: “Ever since your mother came to dinner, I’ve been unable to find the silver plate. You don’t suppose she took it, do you?” He said: Well, I doubt it, but I’ll email her, just to be sure.” He sat down and wrote Dear Mother: I’m not saying that you ‘did’ take the silver plate from my house, I’m not saying that you ‘did not’ take the silver plate but the fact remains that it has been missing ever since you were here for dinner. Love, your son Several days later, he received an email from his Mother which read: Dear Son, I’m not saying that you ‘do’ sleep with your roommate, and I’m not saying that you ‘do not’ sleep with her. But the fact remains that if she was sleeping in her OWN bed, she would have found the silver plate by now, under the pillow…Love, Mom. What do you call cheese that isn’t yours? - Nacho Cheese
Substitute Custodians Wanted
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Baby Mosquito
It was a baby mosquito’s first day to fly out from home. When the mosquito came back home later that day, the father mosquito asked, “How was your journey?” The baby mosquito replied, “It went great, everyone was clapping for me!”
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” What was it like 100 years ago today?
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The Great Nun Escape
During a fire at a convent, a group of nuns are trapped on the third floor. Thinking quickly, they took off their habits, tied them together and used them as a rope to climb down from the window. After safely reaching the ground, a reporter asks, “Weren’t you worried that the habits would have ripped as you were climbing down? They look old and worn.”“Of course not!” said one of the nuns. “Don’t you know how hard it is to break an old habit?” NEW CD/RADIO FOR 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA $100 OBO; 60” desk, 5 drawer, 1 file cabinet drawer $75 OBO, Yerington (775)294-5779 SNOW PLOW BLADE, 4’X16” FOR ATV OR TRUCK $400 (775)781-7827 SPECIALIZING IN GARAGES, ADDITIONS, REMODELS, decks, patio covers, free estimates, NV#0080432, Redline Construction Inc. (775)781-3955
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March 31, 2020 - What was life like in the United States 100 years ago today? The year 1920 ushered in a new decade and brought new innovations and a life of abundance. Let’s take a trip to the past and see what life was like for your ancestors 100 years ago today! Life Expectancy Was Shorter - In the United States, the life expectancy for men in 1920 was around 53.6 years. For women, it was 54.6 years. If you compare that number to today’s average life expectancy of 78.93 years, you can see just how much better we are doing! The main causes of death in 1920 were heart disease, pneumonia, and tuberculosis. The World Was Recovering from a Pandemic - By 1920, the world was just coming out of one of the greatest pandemics it had ever known. This flu, H1N1, known as the Spanish flu, infected about 27 percent of the world’s population. It is estimated to have killed at least 50 million people. The Automobile Industry Was Born - As the decade progressed, the 1920s invited increased prosperity due in major part to manufacturing jobs in the automotive industry. Additionally, the automotive industry led to steel production, highway building, and more. The automotive industry also introduced assembly-line work. Because companies such as Ford were using this new assemblyline technology, they were able to hire cheaper, less-skilled laborers. Many companies filled those positions with women. Alcohol Was Prohibited - The 18th Amendment to the United States Constitution went into effect on January 16, 1920. This amendment outlawed the production and consumption of alcohol and is commonly known as Prohibition. Many historians believe that it was during this time that organized crime began to increase. Black market alcohol, bootleggers, moonshiners, and speakeasies were part of the landscape of the 1920s. Women Could Finally Vote - The 19th Amendment was also ratified in 1920. In February of 1920, Carrie Chapman Catt founded the League of Women Voters in Chicago, Illinois. By August, the 19th Amendment had passed and gave women the right to vote in the United States. The League of Women Voters was created to encourage women to use their newfound influence at the voting polls. It is still a functioning organization today. Radios Were a Main Source of Entertainment - Today’s average family may prefer a binge-worthy television series, but 100 years ago the American family could be found huddled around the radio in living rooms across the nation. The first commercial radio station in the United States was Pittsburgh’s KDKA. Within a few short years, there were more than 500 stations across America. Jazz and Dance Clubs Were All the Rage - Radio programs broadcasted the news, sports, comedy, and music. The 1920s sparked a musical plethora of new styles such as jazz, blues, Broadway, and dance bands. With the introduction of fun, edgy music, many young people gravitated to dance clubs and roadhouses to socialize. They could gather with their friends and enjoy all the latest in music and dance steps such as the Charleston, black bottom, shimmy, fox-trot, and the Lindy Hop! Hats Were Essential to Fashion - Just like now, 100 years ago today men and women dressed for the occasion. In other words,
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a woman might wear a traditional housedress while at home with her family. This simple cotton dress may have been made with colorful plaids or stripes and was comfortable for doing chores. But when a woman needed to run errands, she may have donned a “walking suit” or “day dress.” A lady would never be without her hat and gloves. These accessories were essentials in every woman’s wardrobe. From her bobbed styled hair to her Mary Jane sensible-heeled shoes, women of the 1920s had style and dressed appropriately for every event. Men’s fashion began to take on a more casual appearance in the 1920s too. Although the traditional business suit was still common, Grandpa may have tried a sportier trend with “oxford bag” pants and V-neck sweaters. Hats were a must for every man and served as a symbol of social status. The Most Popular Occupations - At the beginning of 1920, women typically worked as teachers, nurses, and maids, while men were mostly farmers, doctors, lawyers, and bankers. A hundred years ago seems very far away, but there are still some similarities to the way we live now. (familysearch.org) KENNY AND COLLEEN’S STUMP GRINDING services, K&C stump grinding services, Call (917)362-3181 or (410)739-4052 BATHROOM LAMP FOR TWO SINK VANITY, still in box, six light fixture, Brushed nickel 56” wide, 100 watt bulbs, Oval shades, new $559, will sell for $279, Tom (775)265-5545
Happy March Birthdays!
“A wish for you on your birthday, whatever you ask may you receive, whatever you seek may you find, whatever you wish may it be fulfilled on your birthday and always. Happy birthday!” 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 NEVADA CCW CLASSES $50, EMAIL tacaimnv@gmail. com or call (775)360-5214
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Barber Shop Outing
Man walks into the barbershop, sits down in the chair and the barber asks, ‘How do you want your haircut?’ The man says, ‘I would like the sideburns one high and one low, a few long hairs sticking out of the back and a few chunks on the side and top.’ The barber looks puzzled and says, ‘I’m not sure I can do that.’ The customer says, ‘Why not, you did it that way last time.’ 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.” This magazine will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is a violation of the law; our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this publication are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free.
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” What is Senior Dementia in Dogs?
Senior dementia is formally known as canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD) but is often also referred to as doggy dementia or doggy Alzheimer’s. Dementia isn’t a disease but rather a collection of symptoms that result in major changes in mood, behavior, and memory. It usually negatively affects the everyday life of a senior dog and is commonly seen to varying degrees as dogs age. The Behavior Clinic at the University of California states that 28% of dogs aged 11 to 12 years display signs of dementia and that likelihood increases to 68% of dogs when they reach ages 15 or 16.1 Signs of senior dementia: Soiling in the house, Getting lost in the house/disorientation, Barking without reason, Going to the wrong side of the door, Lack of interaction with people or other pets, Decrease or lack of appetite, Lower threshold for aggressive behavior, Anxiety, Irregular sleeping patterns, Staring at the walls, Pacing/repetitive behaviors. There is, unfortunately, no way to reverse the signs of dementia in dogs but there are some nutritional aids that can be administered to help potentially delay brain changes as a dog ages. Antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and medium-chain triglycerides (MCT’s) are the main dietary components that are often discussed for brain health. Your veterinarian will rule out other medical issues with your dog before diagnosing CCD. D R LANDSCAPING, DEFENSIBLE SPACE, TREE work and yard cleanups, sprinkler repairs and weed abatement, house and garage clean ups, Dave (775)671-0808
So this isn’t Home Sweet Home...
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” Discovering Hidden Graves at Al Tahoe Cemetery (Part 1) by Karen Dustman
Fishing Trip
A man calls home to his wife and says, “Honey I have been asked to go fishing at a big lake up in Canada with my boss and several of his friends. We’ll be gone for a week. This is a good opportunity for me to get that promotion I’ve been wanting, so would you please pack me enough clothes for a week and set out my rod and tackle box. We’re leaving from the office and I will swing by the house to pick my things up. Oh! And please pack my new blue silk pajamas.” The wife thinks this sounds a little fishy but being a good wife she does exactly what her husband asked. The following weekend he comes home a little tired but otherwise looking good. The wife welcomes him home and asks if he caught many fish. He says, “Yes! Lots of Walleye, some Blue gill, and a few Pike. But why didn’t you pack my new blue silk pajamas like I asked you to do?” The wife replies; “I did, they were in your tackle box.” PERFECTO GARDENING SERVICES, SERVING Carson Valley over 20 Years! Tree and Bush trimming, lawn care, competitive rates and all work guaranteed (775)265-7081 BLIND AND WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES, residential and commercial, multi story specialist, mobile blind cleaning, pressure washing, awning cleaning, snow removal, Call Unlimited for a clear view! (775)883-6629 Why do people who know the least know it the loudest?
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I’ll confess we knew almost nothing about the historic Al Tahoe Pioneer Cemetery, until we were invited to visit last summer. Turns out this small graveyard near the shore of Lake Tahoe was set aside as early as 1869 by Thomas Rowland, one of Tahoe’s earliest settlers. And for many years it was known as the Rowland Cemetery. Originally a waystation operator at Strawberry, Thomas Rowland and his wife, Sophronia, purchased land here beside the lake in 1868 — probably for a song — after an earlier hotel burned down. Rowland erected a brand new station on the site, known (not surprisingly) as ‘Rowland’s.’ One of its main attractions: a saloon called the Customs House, perched jauntily at the end of a wooden pier that jutted out into the lake. And oh, the parties that once took place there! Rowland himself died in 1883, and the small community near the hotel (yes, also known as “Rowland’s”) soon faded away as people moved east to the larger economic center of Bijou. Rowland’s old hotel collapsed from heavy snow in the winter of 1889-90. Turns out they were big on recycling, even in those days; the hotel lumber was carted off and re-used in the lodge at Fallen Leaf. But the early cemetery that bore Rowland’s name remained behind, of course. And it continued to be used. Over the years, many of the early Tahoe pioneers found their eternal rest there, including Rowland’s wife, Sophronia. She died in 1919 at the ripe old age of 81. As the years crept by, the old cemetery grounds fell into disrepair. Once upon a time, cast-concrete angels had marked the cemetery’s corners, but those eventually disappeared. Oldtimers would recall that dozens of grave markers used to be visible, but many of those early headstones were stolen, too. Pretty soon it wasn’t entirely clear how large the cemetery had been. A residential neighborhood sprouted up nearby, and several new homes unwittingly encroached on the original cemetery’s perimeter. The last official burial, they say, took place in 1959. Others whisper, however, that a quiet midnight “reburial” also happened in 1975, after an inconvenient body turned up during work on the frontage street. Not surprisingly, a few ghost stories have circulated about the old cemetery. A professional musician who lived across the street claimed an apparition would sometimes appear as he practiced his cello. And a vacation-rental next door to the cemetery just might get a few ethereal visitors, too; renters sometimes don’t stay the full week they’ve paid for, neighbors say with a smile. In 1965, the Harootunian family thoughtfully deeded the property to the City of South Lake Tahoe to ensure the historic cemetery would be preserved. Unfortunately, that was the same year the City itself was incorporated. And the deed to the property apparently got lost in the shuffle. For the next fifty years, the City didn’t even realize that they owned the cemetery property. How to get there: Al Tahoe Pioneer Cemetery is located on Alameda Street in South Lake Tahoe. To find Alameda, look for Sprouts Restaurant at the corner of Lake Tahoe Blvd. Continue on Alameda 6-1/2 blocks; the cemetery will be on your left, sur-
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rounded by a tall iron fence. To be continued next month in Part 2! Karen Dustman writes frequently about Sierra history, fascinating people, and forgotten tales. Find her books and lots more stories at www.Clairitage. com. PLASTIC STORAGE BOXES WITH LIDS $10 each; Budweiser ‘After The Hunt’ bar light $50; 5 drawer file cabinet $25, popcorn machine, ace hardware style with popcorn $600, Carson City (408)270-4028 ASIAN VASES AND FIGURINES, Western pictures and paintings, 2 lamps, one is Sian Woman Dancing figure, 56” tall; Gong, 34” round with black wood holder and more (775)267-3867
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Discovery of Electricity
Most folks believe that Ben Franklin discovered electricity with his famous kite experiment. Actually, a woman made that discovery possible. The real story was that Ben Franklin was laying in bed with his wife one night, leaned over and whispered something in her ear. She told him to go fly a kite. The rest is history.
Would it be right?
On his way out of church after mass, Frank stopped at the door to speak to the minister. “Would it be right,” he asked, “for a person to profit from the mistakes of another?” “Absolutely not!” replied the pastor, disappointed that Frank would even ask such a question. “In that case,” said the young man, “I wonder if you’d consider returning the hundred dollars I paid you to marry my wife and me last July.” KICHLER POLISH BRASS CHANDALIER, LIGHTING book, 5 lights 23”x23.5” main dish, 62” ext. height $105, Gardnerville (805)722-7667
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“The Paper With A Hometown Flavor” A Child’s Goodnight Prayer
As I lay down my head, all tucked in my bed I send up a prayer to God, this I share. Thank you for my Mommy, Thank you for my Daddy, Thank you for my friends and their love that never ends. Thank you, God, for eyes that see and for a life that I can be free. Thank you, Lord, for ears to hear and for your word that I hold dear. Thank you for my feet to walk, thank you for my mouth to talk. Thank you for the warm sunshine, thank you, Lord, for being mine. Before I end this prayer with ‘amen’, I would like to ask you again. to watch over all of those I love and send down your blessings from up above. Amen. 2013 JAYFLIGHT/JAYSWIFT 19’ TRAVEL TRAILER for sale. Excellent condition, Sleeps 5, Dual wheels, New awning installed 2018, One owner vehicle, Selling it for what we owe on it, $7,359.78. Call Mike or Shannon/Wellington (530)2056549 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
March 31st - Cesar Chavez Day St. Patrick’s Day Puns
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