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Volume 53 - No. 38

The Great Bank Robbery

of Wayne County, Iowa

By Tom Morrow Hollywood has been telling stretched stories for years. For example:Wyatt Earp, his brothers Virgil and Morgan, along with Doc Holiday did shoot the Clanton gang at the O.K. Corral, kinda, sorta.

What really happened “The Gunfight That Took Place in a Vacant Lot Next to Fly’s Photography Shop near the O.K. Corral,” but that doesn’t have the spell-binding ring as does the Hollywood simplified:

“The Gunfight at the O.K. Corral,” about an event which happened on Oct. 26, 1881 in Tombstone, Arizona.

The following is a “fictionalized version of a true Iowa bank robbery. It took place on June 3, 1871, in Corydon, Iowa. This yarn, give or take a lie or two begins thusly:” It was June 1871, when the Rock Island Railroad had completed a spur line for the Iowa farm to market

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communities of Centerville, Lone Tree (later changed to Seymour), Corydon, and Allerton connecting to the main line out of Des Moines where it hooked up westbound traffic headed for Kansas City and Omaha. Eastbound traffic connected with the main line going to Chicago. Some fifty-thousand dollars had been collected by southern Iowa merchants and farmers to complete the construction of the spur line. The railroad company put in two dollars for all one-dol-

lar contributions that farmers and merchants had made. The area was growing, and farmers needed transportation for their crops and livestock destined for the markets both east and west from that region of southern Iowa. Also, U.S. mail and freight service would be delivered and picked up three times a day at each whistle stop. And much-needed passenger service was also in the mix. The money collected was being held at the Wayne County Bank of Lone Tree. The huge stash, ap-

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Robbery from page 1 proximately fifty-thousand dollars, was too tempting for area outlaws still operating throughout the Midwest region, particularly those who rode out of Missouri and Kansas … to be more precise, the combined James and Younger gangs. Word got around about the extra-large deposit. Jesse James eyed the extra-large amount being held in a small, unguarded country bank too tempting to pass up. He and brother Frank figured no posse from a small town made up with “bowed-neck Yankee Hawkeyes” would catch the outlaws as they made their get-away to the Missouri state line some 7 miles south of Lone Tree. Cole Younger and Clell Miller agreed … easy pickin’s, indeed.

About two o’clock on a hot Wednesday afternoon a town meeting was being held at the Lone Tree Methodist Church. Railroad officials were there speaking for several minutes to a sizeable crowd … there wasn’t an empty pew left in the church. The farmers and merchants were told how and when the money would be dispersed.

Nearly all Lone Tree businesses were closed. Only the bank and a general store remained open. The bank manager, Mister Pennybaker (no one knew his first name … it was a funny name for a banker) was manning the cash windows.

He had sent his teller, Jim Clemons, to the meeting to make a report of the happenings.

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Bank manager Pennybaker was a strange man who had no property in town and had refused to subscribe or take any part in the locals attempt to raise the money for building the railroad spur line.

While the status report on the Rock Island’s progress was being given to those in the church, four horsemen later identified as the JamesYounger gang, boldly rode into town, hitched their mounts at the north side of the square in front of the bank. It might have been better for Mister Pennybaker to have gone to the railroad meeting. Other than the banker, the only ones left on the town square were Jeramia Johnson and Fred Higgins who were sitting in front of the general store trying to stay cool in the shade. A perfect scenario for nefarious doings.

The clerks observed the four apparent bandits all were wearing light brown rain slickers, which was odd … There wasn’t a cloud in the sky. The slicker, from time-totime, also is often used as dusters from hard riding. It was a tiresome ride coming from their Missouri hideout some one hundred miles to the south. Who knew at the time … maybe that was it.

Three men got off their horses and disappeared into the bank. The fourth stayed mounted holding the reins of the horses. Inside the bank they grabbed as much money as they could carry in two saddle bags.

There was more … much more, but not enough room in the saddle bags.

The three soon were back, climbAn older gentleman was on the operating table awaiting surgery and he insisted that his son, a renowned surgeon, perform the operation.

As he was about to get the anesthesia, he asked to speak to his son.

“Yes, Dad, what is it?”

This week, a compendium of wit, wisdom and neat stuff you can tell at parties. Enjoy!

GETTING OLDER A distraught senior citizen phoned her doctor’s office.

“Is it true,” she wanted to know, “that the medication you prescribed has to be taken for the rest of my life?” “’Yes, I’m afraid so,”’ the doctor told her.

There was a moment of silence before the senior lady replied, “I’m wondering, then, just how serious is my condition because this prescription is marked ‘NO REFILLS’..”

“Don’t be nervous, son; do your best, and just remember, if it doesn’t go well, if something happens to me, your mother is going to come and live with you and your wife....” *** Ageing Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it.

This is so true. I love to hear them say “you don’t look that old.” *** The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for. (Mostly because we forgot why we were waiting in line in the first place!!) *** Some people try to turn back their odometers. Not me! I want people to know why I look this way. I’ve travelled a long way and some of the roads weren’t paved.

ing into their saddles in what seemed like only a minute or two.

They calmly got on their horses and headed west at a more than slow trot, They went past the church where the huge crowd was spilling out onto the lawn. The bandit leader called out to the crowd as they rode by, “We just robbed your bank. Catch us if you can.” Those folks who witnessed the quartet’s departure reckoned it had to be Jesse James himself who shouted those words of challenge. There was little doubt the bank had just been robbed by the brazen-acting quartet of outlaws.

Soon the public square a block away was full of people. In minutes everyone within shouting distance knew who was suspected behind the robbery. This caused great excitement. A few in the crowd yelled a posse should be formed, Some folks were attempting to get organized and were threating to go after the outlaws but even for the best of their intentions it was a feeble attempt, at best. Most of the men were unarmed, and had come to the meeting with their wives, riding in buckboards, surreys and buggies. Only three men out of 18 of those saying they’d go along as a posse member were experienced horsemen, and half of those threatening to join in pursuit first had to go home for a saddle horse, gun, and ammunition. Most of the men were disoriented as they tried to get ready to go after the gang.

The women folk were frantically urging action of some kind … no one exactly knew what. Big Ben

Marlow, the Wayne County Sheriff, was an insurance salesman who had run for office on a dare.

He had to borrow a horse to make his role as a posse leader at least look the part, but more importantly his re-election was less than a year away, that is, if he wanted to keep the job. Telegraphers were sending out messages of alarm to railroad stations up and down the telegraph wires of the Rock Island line.

Mister Pennybaker locked himself in his office to escape the dozens of irate farmers and merchant men who had gathered in front of the bank. After the counting was complete, he determined the gang got away with $7,610.

Later in the day a Midwestern summer thunderstorm was gathering. Lots of menacing lightning to the east followed by rumbling thunder. Josh Murphy was used to such storms. He sat intently reading by candlelight at the home of his parents who lived about a halfmile south of the town of Lone Tree. Josh was the oldest of seven children born to Jacob and Agatha Murray. He was 19 years of age and had returned safely from Union Army duty in the Civil War. Josh had been a slight of build when he enlisted in Lincoln’s “last call for volunteers” in April 1865.

It wasn’t until six months after joining did the young lad began putting on weight. He reckoned he Robbery continued on page 3

*** When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to youth, think of Algebra. *** One of the many things no one tells you about ageing is that it is such a nice change from being young. *** Ah, being young is beautiful, but being old is comfortable. *** First you forget names, then you forget faces. Then you forget to pull up your zipper .. it’s worse when you forget to pull it down. ***

• “Except For Ending Slavery, Fascism, Nazism and Communism, WAR has Never Solved Anything”

Bumper-Stickers Seen On Military Bases

• “What Do I Feel When I Kill A Terrorist? A Little Recoil”

Here are some military expressions that are reminders of the work that is being done in our behalf!

• “Marines – Providing Enemies of America an Opportunity To Die For their Country Since 1775”

• 101st Airborne Division- “ When it comes to Combat, we care enough to send the very best”

• “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Anyone Who Threatens It”

• “U.S. Marines – Certified Counselors to the 72 Virgins Dating Club” • “ U.S Air Force – Travel Agents To Allah” • “The Marine Corps – When It Absolutely, Positively Has To Be Destroyed Overnight” • “Death Smiles At Everyone – Marines Smile Back”

• “When in doubt, empty the magazine”

• “Artillery Brings Dignity to What Would Otherwise Be Just A Vulgar Brawl”

• “Sniper – You can run, but you’ll just die tired!”

• “Machine Gunners – Accuracy

By Volume”

• “Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But the US Marines doesn’t have that problem.

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Robbery from page 2 might even have grown an inch or two. The family hardly recognized him upon his return at war’s end.

That evening all the rest of the family, except his father, had gone to bed. The silence of the room was broken when the dogs began barking. A few moments later there was a loud knock at the door with a gruff voice giving an order to: “open up!”

Jacob walked over to the door, slowly opening it. Standing there was a well-armed man. Jacob could see by the flashes of lightning there was another three men on horseback; all of them probably were armed with pistols strapped on their sides an assumption but the slickers they all were wearing covered that summation. Those slickers were coming in handy as a light sprinkle began to fall down on their shoulders. The increasing rain was washing away the dust from the slickers. The man at the door said they were looking for horse thieves and wanted someone to guide them to Powersville, Missouri. He claimed the four were lost in the darkness of the storm.

Jacob was suspicious. He felt quite sure they could very well be the robbers who held up the Lone Tree bank that very afternoon. A neighbor, Sam Johnson, told the family about the excitement as he was in town for supplies at Hal Welker’s general store. The leader demanded that Josh saddle a horse and come with them to lead the way to Missouri. Josh did not want to go with them and boldly said as much. The leader took out his pistol and pointed it toward the boy’s father. Josh had seen all the wanted posters on Jesse James. There was little doubt in his mind that Jesse James was standing at the family’s doorstep. And yes, there was little doubt that none in the family could or would even try to cash in on the two-thousand-dollar bounty on the famous outlaw’s head.

In those days, a farmer’s horse was one of his most valuable possession. Money was scarce and if anything happened to a farmer’s horse or horses, they might not be able to replace them. Riding hard was something both Josh and Jacob determined could very well ruin their only horse, Old Dick, Without Old Dick they could not get their crops harvested, and that might mean for a hungry Murray family in the winter.

When news of the bank robbery reached their farm Josh and Jacob locked the stable door and took turns watching through the night with shotgun nearby. Josh had turned Old Dick out into a pasture where he could not be easily caught

by anyone outside of the family.

Josh had just returned to the house when the four men arrived riding sweating horses. The leader demanded Josh would have to come with them.

By that time the whole family was awake. Josh truthfully told them he had only one horse and it was an old one. The leader of the gang, nonetheless, ordered young Josh to get the horse and ride with them, leading the way to Powersville.

There was nothing else to do but go along as ordered.

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When they were a short distance from the house, the leader of the gang said. “We want to find a man named Jack Anderson. That is where we want you to take us first.”

When Josh hesitated, the man drew his pistol and said, “Do as I say or you’ll never see the light of another day.” Josh knew the family. He was with their son, Teddy, when he was killed during the battle for Shilo. Josh reluctantly led them to the farm of the Andersons.

George Anderson, a neighbor, was about 50 years of age and one of the founders of the village of Lone Tree which existed primarily as a shipping point for farm harvest and livestock destined for markets east and west, anywhere the railroad shipped.

When they arrived at the Anderson home, the gang sent Josh to the door to tell Mister Anderson to come out. When the door was opened, It was Anderson. Josh tried to warn him, but the gang’s leader interceded by riding right up to the door.

He ordered the hired-hand, Jenkins, to stand aside. Jenkins had come out of his small room alongside the Anderson’s barn when he heard the riders come to the house.

The leader told Josh to hand him the reins of his horse.

“You two fellas get back. This is the man we want,” nodding his head toward Anderson. “You and this black fella, (pointing at Jenkins), are staying here,” Not knowing what the riders intended to do with Anderson, Josh and Jenkins were at a loss of just what to do. They stood there with a sort of dumbfounded expression.

They pondered a few moments, which proved to be too long.

“Do you have to have it spelled out?” the leader said in a gruff and foreboding growl.

Anderson went back inside to Robbery continued on page 5

The Great Pumpkin Arrives at Bates Nut Farm This 182 pound beauty was taken from the patch on opening day, September 16th. Visit www.BatesNutFarm.biz for all pumpkin patch events.

The Music Men Chorus Welcomes New Singers Tuesday rehearsals • 7pm San Marcos Lutheran Church 3419 Grand Ave, San Marcos in the Luther Room The Music Men Chorus is the North San Diego County chapter of the international Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS). The Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, enjoyment, and performance of a cappella, closeharmony songs arranged in the unique “Barbershop” style, known for its “ringing” chords.

The Music Men share their love of Barbershop singing with the community in a variety of ways: through public performances (Christmas concerts, patriotic concerts at Veterans Day celebrations, festivals such as the Escondido Chocolate Festival, senior center luncheons); private performances for church groups, homeowners’ associations, retirement communities, and family celebrations; and the delivery of Singing Valentines.

As with many singing groups, the Music Men’s activities were curtailed during the pandemic. The chorus is hard at work rebuilding its ranks and learning new songs to perform. We always welcome prospective new members. Having a formal background in music, either

singing or playing an instrument, is certainly helpful, but not a requirement. We are looking for men who love to sing! On your first visit, we will sit you in between two veteran singers in your vocal part. We also provide audio learning tracks to assist you in learning your part.

We welcome all prospective singers, but currently we particularly need Lead (2nd tenor voice range) singers. Lead singers sing the melody much of the time, so this is a perfect way to begin singing Barbershop.

So if you like to sing along with the car radio, sing Karaoke, sang in your school choir, or have always wanted to sing in a choir but felt you didn’t have the musical background, we would love to have you visit one of our Tuesday evening rehearsals in San Marcos.

We meet at 7 p.m. at San Marcos Lutheran Church, 3419 Grand Avenue, San Marcos 92078 in the Luther Room.

For more information about the Music Men Chorus, visit our website http:\\www.musicmenchorus.org or call Joe Pascucci at (760) 845-3593. *** Oodles continued on page 5

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Local News

Man Arrested After Luring Victims To His Apartment Over the past 4 months, Escondido Police Department was alerted to four different adult males that had been lured to an apartment in the city. The males had chatted with another male via the Grindr App and agreed to meet. Each of the victims stated the male gave a fake name and posed as a white male on Grindr.

When the suspect, 28 year old Tobias Bartee, a black male, answered the door the victims were told that the fictitious white roommate was not at home. The victims were then forcibly restrained and sexually assaulted. Two of the victims witnessed the suspect with a handgun.

On September 15th, detectives from the Escondido Police Department, assisted by members of the SWAT team, served a search warrant and arrested Bartee at his residence. He was arrested for Kidnap with intent to commit Rape, Sodomy by Force, Oral Copulation by Force, Assault with intent to commit Rape and Strangulation.

MainStreet Oceanside has issued a call for artists to create a public art mural in Downtown Oceanside for its Art that Excites public art program. Established in 2016, the public art initiative aims to transform Downtown Oceanside into a public art destination through the creation of unique, visually captivating large-scale art.

Bartee was using photographs of other people and portraying them as himself. The Escondido Police Department is urging anyone else who may have been a victim of Bartee to reach out to contact Detective Jesse Santaniello at (760) 839-4768.

To report suspicious activities, you may contact the Police Department directly, make an unidentified call on our “Anonymous Tip Line” at 760743-TIPS (8477) or via our Web site at police.escondido.org some other event, we had a code . . . “y’know, maybe we should go visit Lt. Cassidy.”

And off we would go, to be alone.

We would often visit Lt. Cassidy.

Not sure how or why he died but his grave received many grateful visits.

•••• Kudos to the folks at Von’s at Citrus Avenue and East Valley Parkway.

Man About Town Last week’s cover story by Tom Morrow (Across the River and Into The Trees) brought back some memories.

The Mormons had their Winter Quarters on the banks of the Missouri River, one side by Omaha, on the other by Council Bluffs.

I grew up in Omaha and in North Omaha there is a section known as Florence; within the boundaries of Florence is the old Mormon Cemetery.

At the very top of the hill, where the cemetery is located, there is a grave for Lt. Carlisle Cassidy. It is right inside the entrance and an old girl friend and I would visit Lt. Cassidy’s grave fairly often. It was quiet and secluded. When we wanted to be alone and get much better acquainted we would head out to North Omaha and visit Lt. Cassidy.

If we were at a boring party, or

New opportunity to create public art in Downtown Oceanside

Management there have developed a program to incorporate folks who are deaf and mute as helpers - helping customers unload groceries into their car . . . helping to bag groceries, helping to keep the premises nice and clean . . . and always ready with a cheery smile.

This gives an income opportunity to folks who otherwise might have difficulty in securing employment.

To me, the folks at Von’s are a class act. Not sure whether this program is system wide or only at the Citrus and East Valley Parkway location.

In any event, it’s a wonderfully warm way to help our community.

Well done!

Another feature I enjoy at Von’s is their electric shopping carts for disabled/handicapped folks.

I’m getting on in years and have low back degenerative arthritis which makes standing or walking for any length of time both difficult and painful.

However, when I arrive at Von’ I

The project is funded and supported by the Oceanside California Cultural District (OCCD), MainStreet Oceanside, and the City of Oceanside and will be installed on the north wall of the Oceanside Transit Center Parking structure located at 301 Seagaze Drive. Interested artists are invited to submit work samples for consideration.

The selected artist will be paid $15,000, inclusive of all costs asLocal News continued on page 13 almost always find an electric cart, fully charged and available. I can and do shop for 45 minutes to an hour, leisurely. I often spend $100 - $150 on groceries. If I were to have to walk the aisles of the store I would likely grab $20-$30 worth of groceries and then head home.

So it’s a win-win . . . Von’s sells more groceries and lyle actually enjoys shopping in great comfort.

(When’s the last time you heard a guy say he enjoyed shopping?)

•••• I continue to be impressed with County Supervisor Jim Desmond.

He is not running for re-election but he is just as active as if this was election time. He is out in the community regularly, promoting important causes and listening to his constituents. He is strongly against the state of California dumping sexually violent predators in San Diego County’s back yards; he is strongly opposed to the federal government abrogating their responsibility for addressing and solving the problem of illegal immigration; he’s against the dumping of thousands of illegal immigrants within cities of San Diego County, he is leading the battle against human trafficking . . .he is one of the better elected officials we’ve ever had serve in office and if and when he runs for re-election, or for higher office, we will be endorsing him. I submit that Jim Desmond is an ideal candidate for Governor - and I see the Governor’s Chair in his future; though, knowing him, he won’t be seated in that chair too much or too often.

He’ll be way too busy out among his constituency, listening to them and servig them. He is a blessing

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•••• Are you a Democrat, a Republican, or a Southerner?

Here is a little test that will help you decide. The answer can be found by posing the following question: You’re walking down a deserted street with your wife and two small children. Suddenly, a Terrorist with a huge knife comes around the corner, locks eyes with you, screams obscenities, raises the knife, and charges at you... You are carrying a Kimber 1911 cal. 45 ACP, and you are an expert shot.

You have mere seconds before he reaches you and your family.

What do you do?

THINK CAREFULLY AND THEN SCROLL DOWN: Democrat’s Answer: • Well, that’s not enough information to answer the question!

• What is a Kimber 1911 cal. 45 ACP? • Does the man look poor or oppressed?

• Is he really a terrorist? Am I guilty of profiling?

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Robbery from page 3 dress in warmer clothes as it was still raining. One of the other riders got off his horse and followed him in. Anderson quickly dressed.

The man who had accompanied him didn’t notice that Anderson’s boots had spurs already on them.

Anderson grabbed his slicker.

When he put it on it was hard to tell Anderson from the four riders.

Once mounted on Old Dick, Anderson immediately gave the horse a quick jab with his spurs. Old Dick balked like a young stallion and broke into a run. In the confusion that followed, Anderson disappeared into the darkness of the moonless night.

It was now pouring a steady rain.

The only way they could see anything was by the occasional flashes of lightning. In a few minutes, Anderson’s horse came back, riderless. When it ran up to the other horses of the outlaws, they circled around Old Dick. The search for Anderson would be fruitless in the dark and the surrounding high prairie grass.

When the gang decided they were not going to find Anderson, one of them said, “Things have changed.

You fellas, pointing toward Josh and Jenkins, are going to ride with us.

Go get another horse” Jenkins ran over to the barn for another horse.

One of the riders followed along, “If there’s another horse in there, bring him along too,” said the leader. “This one (pointing toward Old Dick,), is spelled.”

When mounted, the six men headed south. Passing nearby St. John, Missouri, they rode on to Unionville, Missouri. Some 20 miles to the southeast. The four outlaws didn’t notice, but Josh was taking them away from Powersville, which was southwest of the Anderson farm.

There was no explanation by the leader why Powersville had been a destination of interest. It was only sprinkling rain when they entered Unionville. It was about five o’clock and still dark. One of the men got down off his horse and broke into a store. He came back out after a few minutes with a bag, presumably filled with food. The riders returned to heading in their southerly direction. They had a supply of food to take with them.

They rode along what is known as Hickory Ridge, heading towards Martinstown, Missouri, They rode two abreast for a while, which gave Josh and Jenkins a chance to ride alongside each other and talk. Hearing their chatter, the four started riding two ahead, and two behind to keep their two pris-

oners from having any chance to plan an escape.

After three days and two nights of hard riding, with brief rest periods, the gang stopped. Josh reckoned they were way south, deep into Missouri territory. The four outlaws talked among themselves then told Josh and Jenkins to get off their horses. A small campfire was built. Josh and Jenkins were invited by one of the outlaws to have some coffee and a smattering of biscuits and beans.

“I’m Clell,” one of the men said.

“Don’t reckon it’ll hurt none for you to know my name, What’s youuns called?”

Josh offered his and Jenkin’s names.

“You probably figured out who we all are,” Clell said. “That there is Jesse, Frank and Cole,” he continued, singularly pointing out each man.

Jesse heard the conversation.

“Dammit Clell, you don’t have to be so darned accommodating.”

Jesse said, sounding somewhat irritated.

Josh saw the other two stare at them, then they both broke into an easy smile. Josh didn’t know which one was Frank and which was Cole, and he didn’t ask.

Clell continued the conversation.

“I saw one of my Wanted posters the other day. It called me ‘Notorious.’ What does that mean?”

Josh smiled and gave the outlaw a brief description of the word.

Upon hearing Josh’s answer, Clell broke into smile, then a broad laugh.

“That’s me, I’m surely ‘notorious!”

About fifteen minutes of eating and drinking, to the surprise of Josh and Jenkins, they were told to start walking back north to Iowa.

The two hostages were free. The four outlaws then got back on their horses, headed them south and disappeared into the heavy timber.

Josh and Jenkins began walking north on what they thought was to be a long, but safe journey home.

They had walked about a mile when good luck came their way.

There stood Old Dick and the other horse Jenkins had been riding, grazing, as if waiting for their riders. However, as they would soon find out, Josh and Jenkin’s ordeal was still with them.

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Oodles from page 3 LIFE at MiraCosta College 1831 Mission Ave., Oceanside In The Board Room Trailer T200

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A Lifelong Learning Group Meetings will be held in person at the MiraCosta College, Oceanside Campus, at 1:00 pm in the Board Room Trailer T200 by the Police Station and by the Internet Application ZOOM. September 22 1:00 MCC Theatre Production Moon Over Buffalo Tracy Williams, MCC Faculty & Students A hilarious laugh out loud comedy about two aging actors struggling to reclaim their once fiery careers when the famous Hollywood director Frank Capra comes to town.

Escondido Public Library Events 239 S. Kalmia St. • Escondido Law Library Services September 21 • 10-2pm Adult Services Business Center Reference librarians from the San Diego Law Library will be on site to guide you to resources to better understand and research common legal issues, assist with using the new legal databases, show you free legal websites, and make referrals to legal aid organizations. Law Librarians cannot give you legal advice or perform legal research for you. ½ Price Sale in the Friends Bookshop September 29 & 30, 2023

September 22 2:30 Oceanside Police Department & 21st Century Policing Kedrick Sadler, Chief, Oceanside Police Chief Sadler’s will talk about his vision, expectations and priorities for the Oceanside Police Department and how they will positively impact the City. and explain OPD’s 21st Century Policing efforts.

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September 29 2:30 To Be Announced.

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All events generously sponsored by the Friends of the Escondido Public Library

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5th District Supervisor

Jim Desmond

We Have Adjourned The Legislature adjourned September 14th. We will reconvene for the second half of the 2023 – 2024 session January 3rd.

Several of my bills received final legislative approval last week.

These include AB 1233, to help reduce opioid-related deaths in tribal communities by mandating assistance to tribal governments applying for naloxone and other opioid antagonist medications. AB 829 will allow courts to order persons on probation for animal abuse to undergo mental health evaluations and counseling in an effort to reduce future crimes against animals and, in some cases, against people.

AB 1741, which allows qualified, unlicensed personnel to conduct certain tasks under supervision of licensed professionals will help laboratories meet high testing demand while maintaining access to accurate care. And earlier this year, AB 1325, which expands Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKOs) throughout California, was signed into law by Governor Newsom.

My co-authored bills include AB 912, which establishes grant programs for local governments, schools and community-based organizations to create parks, mental health clinics in schools, and encourage outreach to targeted gangs

to reduce gang involvement and future crimes; SB 14 makes human trafficking of minors a serious felony, adding it to crimes subject to the Three Strikes Law; AB 474 directs the State Threat Assessment Center to prioritize cooperation with state and local efforts to dismantle and disrupt criminal drug trafficking networks; SB 67, requires coroners or medical examiners to report overdose deaths in a more effective, uniform manner so the opioid epidemic can be effectively tracked and addressed.

Public health will improve through AB 246, banning the manufacture and sale of menstrual products containing hazardous chemicals like perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS), and SB 90, which caps co-pays for insulin at $35 for a 30 day supply.

These are just a few of the bills I authored and co-authored this year.

They are now on the Governor’s desk, (hopefully) awaiting his signature.

Assemblymember Marie Waldron, R- Valley Center, represents the 75th Assembly District in the California Legislature, which includes the cities of Poway, Santee, portions of the City of San Diego, and most of rural eastern and northern San Diego County.

Human Trafficking Town Hall As you may be aware, San Diego ranks among the top cities in the nation for human trafficking.

This is a harrowing issue that affects far too many lives in our community, and it is our responsibility to do everything in our power to stop it.

In our ongoing commitment to combat this pressing problem, we have recently introduced legislation to educate our students about the signs to look for when approached by potential traffickers.

We believe that education is a vital tool in preventing human trafficking so that our parents of young children are equipped with the knowledge to protect themselves and their peers.

To further our efforts, I am excited to announce that my office will be hosting a Zoom Town Hall event in collaboration with District Attorney Summer Stephan on human trafficking awareness and prevention. This event will take place on Monday, September 25th, at 6:00 p.m., and it is an opportunity for our community to come together and shed light on the subtle signs that often go unnoticed.

Our goal is to provide you and

your loved ones, especially parents, with essential knowledge on recognizing the signs of human trafficking and, most importantly, how to prevent anyone from falling victim to this pervasive crime.

It’s a common misconception that these tragedies can’t happen to us, but as the saying goes, “Everyone thinks it can’t happen to them until it’s too late.”

Please join us for this critical discussion. Together, we can make a difference and take a proactive stance against human trafficking in San Diego County. Your presence and engagement in this event will help us build a safer community for everyone.

To RSVP for the Zoom Town Hall, please visit SupervisorJimDesmond.com/humantrafficking.

We encourage you to invite your friends, family, and neighbors to participate. Together, we can raise awareness, educate our community, and take meaningful steps toward eradicating human trafficking.

San Diego County District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond, 1600 Pacific Highway, #335, San Diego, CA 92101, United States http:// www.supervisorjimdesmond.com/

Problem Solved

by Christopher Elliott

A Word from San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones

Grand Opening of Kaiser Permanente Medical Center have additional support in providing quality healthcare to our community members in San Marcos.

The new Kaiser Permanente Medical Center includes 39 private treatment areas, 8 operating rooms and can house over 200 patients.

With access to the most advanced medical technology and exceptional patient care, the community will get the opportunity to experience superior medical services.

It is my honor to share with you that on Aug. 9, the City of San Marcos celebrated the grand opening of Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. I am thrilled to say that with this new facility, the city will

The City of San Marcos prioritizes quality healthcare for the community and we are excited to share this wonderful opening with you all! Kaiser Permanente Medical Center will not only provide additional healthcare services, but will also offer over 1,000 new jobs.

For more information or healthcare services, please visit the Kaiser Permanente website .

My Sollevare wine cooler doesn’t work.

Can I get my money back?

Laura Lowry’s Sollevare wine cooler doesn’t work, and neither does the replacement. Who does she talk to about a refund?

Q: Last year, I bought a Sollevare wine cooler from Lowe’s that was supposed to have a reversible door. It was one of the main reasons I bought this particular unit. The cooler I received had no means of reversing the door.

We finally got a hold of customer service at Sollevare, who then shipped us out the correct door.

What I did notice was the new unit sent to me was different from the original. It appeared to be an updated model. I let customer service know that the unit was the same model but appeared to be updated. I wanted to make sure the correct reversible door showed up at my doorstep.

Well, the old model door showed up. I contacted customer service again and was told there was a backorder and it would take about three months.

Within three months of the purchase, the unit started losing temperature and shutting off. I contacted customer service again and I was able to get a new unit sent to me with the assurance that a new reversible door would be shipped separately.

During this time, the new model started to get ice build up in the rear of the unit. I contacted customer service again and was told the only thing they could do was send another replacement.

The door never showed, so I contacted customer service again.

Problem Solved continued on page 14

It’s almost a year later and I’m

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Historically Speaking

‘Ma, Ya Made My Pants Too Big!’

By Tom Morrow During the past few years I realized I was getting old because I could no longer keep my pants up with just a belt. Let me explain …

When I started kindergarten in September 1945, I had to wear suspenders to keep my pants up. Despite my pleadings to my Mother, I had to follow through with what the British call “braces.”

My cousin Bob, who was only six months older, got to wear his new Western belt, complete with a shiny silver buckle. His butt stuck out slightly so he had a natural platform on which to hang his corduroys. (Those were the days when denim jeans were around, but expensive and hard to find.) My Mom made my pants and she left plenty of room for me to grow into. I looked somewhat like a giant, slender bean pole with sagging bark.

I have to admit those suspenders were a step up from the blue bib overalls which were my alternative daily wardrobe. It would be my entering second grade before my

butt was ample enough to support a belt. The step up in my school wear came at the right time. I had my first love affair in the second grade. The recipient of my affection was our teacher, Miss Harvey.

She was the most beautiful woman I had ever seen alive and off the silver screen. She drove a new 1947 black Ford coupe, making me a Ford man for life. Miss Harvey left us later in the year to get married. I felt betrayed.

I must point out that Billy A. got to wear sleek, new, blue Levi’s. His Mom went the extra mile (dollars) to get them. My Mom was a Montgomery Ward catalog loyalist. She could buy anything for $2 less than the store-bought goods. Billy A. looked great, although he could care less. He shunned all females in the class … he was a loner, but to us other guys in those days he was, well, kinda cool.

I got over my disappointment of losing Miss Marian Harvey because it was the very next year a young raven-haired beauty displaced that older woman making things more age-appropriate. I doubt if the new girl ever detected my attraction, but that’s one of the hazards of young love.

It was about my second-grade year that we got our first refrigerator. It was right after World War II had ended. Appliances such as that were almost impossible to get. I think my parents were on some sort of waiting list until my Uncle Dean came to the rescue. He was a

showing at the top. We always got 25 pounders because anything bigger wouldn’t fit the ice compartment.

refrigeration repairman and somehow obtained two (2) brand new Kelvinator refrigerators. Many people in Seymour had ice boxes because unless you had the money to buy an electric refrigerator before the War, (during the Great Depression), you had to go the iceblock method because all of the appliance manufacturers were producing implements of war.

That year, 1948, was memorable because we were blessed with an indoor toilet. Dad was doing his best to bring our family into the 20th century. For us, the timehonored backyard privy gave way to modern conveniences. We rejoiced, of course. If you’ve never had the call of nature during a cold winter night with a temperature of minus 10 degrees, you’re spoiled and don’t know the true meaning of commitment. To make this modern convenience possible, Dad had hired two grave diggers from the nearby South Lawn cemetery to hack out a 10 foot-by-10-foot square by 8-foot-deep hole for a septic tank. He built a wooden walled-structure around this great hole and filled the walls with cement, giving form to a giant square tank. For a six-year-old it was a marvel to behold. My Dad could do anything --- even create a big cement-lined hole in the ground.

We got one of one of those new refrigerators, which fit quite nicely into the space where our beloved icebox sat. Each week Jerry Johnson, our iceman cometh, leaving a 25-pound chunk of ice which lasted until the next week. We had a sign in our front-room window that said “Ice” in big black letters. Around each side were numbers: 25, 50, 75, 100. You made your week’s request by sitting the sign in the window with the desired number

Looking back, I guess we were poor, but by our community standards we were “middle class” because Dad had good credit in which to barter around the business square for groceries and other basic needs.

You might think these little stories are conjured up out of fading memories, but I assure you this is what the little farming community of Seymour, Iowa and my family were like in the middle of the fourth decade of the 20th century.

Me and my Osh-Gosh Bibs

Travel Troubleshooter

by Christopher Elliott

Avis promised me a refund of $1016 -- so where is it?

What happened to Michael Kivel’s refund from Avis? The company promised him his money after he had to cancel his car rental reservation. Is the money lost?

Q: I recently reserved a tour, which included a rental car with Avis. But earlier this year, shortly before leaving, I got sick. My doctor said that I should not travel.

I logged on to the Avis website and canceled the reservation for the car rental. I logged on the same website again approximately one week later to confirm the cancellation. The website confirmed that my reservation was indeed canceled.

Two weeks later, I called Avis to check on the status of my refund.

A representative said my reser-

vation was never canceled. She promised to cancel it that day and said I should expect my refund in three to five business days.

I also received an email from Avis claiming that a refund of $1,016 had been issued and to allow up to 15 business days for the refund to post. But I have not received the money. Could you please help me? ~ Michael Kivel, Burnsville, Minn.

A: I’m sorry to hear about your illness, and I hope you’re feeling better now. You did the responsible thing by canceling your trip.

Usually, a car rental reservation is fully refundable. But because you had booked your rental as part of a tour package, it got a little bit complicated. Your Avis

rental was booked as part of your tour with Delta Vacations. So while Avis agreed to refund you, it was not a straightforward refund process.

One tip: When you’re looking for a refund, always get everything in writing. It looks like you did a lot of calling, and unfortunately, there’s no record of a phone conversation unless you record it.

(Recording a phone conversation may be illegal in some states.)

Eventually, you received something in writing that promised you a refund. If you had chosen to dispute your credit card charge, that email would be useful. A bank might see that as a credit memo and push the refund through.

I list the names, numbers and email addresses of the Avis cus-

tomer service executives on my consumer advocacy site, Elliott. org. A brief, polite email to them might have moved this refund along much faster. I also have some tips on how to get a faster refund.

I contacted Avis on your behalf.

A representative reached out to you and asked for your last credit card statement, which showed Avis had not yet refunded you.

The company finally sent you the $1,016.

Christopher Elliott is the founder of Elliott Advocacy, a nonprofit organization that helps consumers solve their problems. Email him at chris@elliott.org or get help by contacting him on his site. © 2023 Christopher Elliott.

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Robbery from page 5 In those days, communication was sporadic between farms and communities, but news of Josh and Jenkins’ kidnapping was soon learned.

Six men riding across the country stirred up some notice and comment. It became known a gang of robbers or horse thieves were riding through the Iowa and Missouri countryside. What wasn’t commonly known was two of the riders were traveling against their will. A black man riding along side of five white men was highly unusual both in Missouri and Iowa. In the meantime, in Unionville, Missouri a vigilante posse was being formed.

They had heard an unconfirmed report of a five hundred dollar reward being offered. In those days men were quick to make decisions under pressure. Often in such cases vigilantes believed in taking the law into their own hands … especially when money was involved.

Josh and Jenkins had only gone a few miles when they suddenly fell into the hands of that vigilante posse, who, without the any accompanying lawmen, immediately thought they had caught part of the so-called outlaw riders. None of the vigilante riders knew Josh, his family and friends of Jenkins.

Josh and Jenkins looked at each other with a look of dread on each of their faces. The vigilantes gave

more fear to them than Jese, Frank, Cole and Clell had done. Josh tried to tell the posse how they had been kidnapped, finally abandoned, and given their freedom. The two identified themselves as Iowa farmers who lived near Lone Tree. They frantically gave the names of neighbors they knew, but none of the posse members seemed to be listening.

Most every posse has a leader. The leader of this vigilante group was boisterous, urging them to hang their captives. He was the one who was hot-headed and ready to put an end to Josh and Jenkin’s life. But there usually is a level-headed man to keep everything from exploding. That was Josh’s frantic hope; Jenkin’ was less than surprised. He had seen this sort of thing before.

He had settled in Iowa, choosing not to live and work in a former slave state like Missouri.

“Let’s hang the black first so his friend can see what happens to robbers who ride with slaves,” the loud-mouth rider yelled.

“Wait boys,” another of the posse members yelled out. “I have been in that part of Iowa where they claim to be from. I have heard of some of Robbery continued on page 13

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The Pastor Says . . . we always suffer as human beings, the connection to the dead?

A friend of mine sees God as an unjust and mean God because so many good people suffer. To him, God is unjust, even to those who are responsible for their death because God could have prevented it. Another friend sees life as man’s responsibility and it turns out as man engages in it.

Ahab turns his anger on God to get even. But can we ever get even? Can we ever kill God as Ahab tried to kill the white whale? In the end, the whale, i.e.

God kills Ahab, does Ahab kill humans?

Pastor Huls

In my recovery from a recent accident, I had the opportunity to refresh my memory of Herman Melville, Moby Dick. It is a fascinating story of the whaling days of early America with Ahab, a ship’s captain who lost his leg, severed by a white whale which becomes the all-consuming energy of Ahab to get revenge by killing Moby Dick, the whale.

The story is a parable of a man’s fight with God who, after years, is injured by God when bad things happen to them as suggested in the book. “When bad things happen to good people”, Is God always good to people, or do bad things happen to them? Do good people get cancer, lose loved ones, or have accidents? Suffer? Is God responsible for all tragedies or do

Perhaps there is a more reasonable way to face the unjust that happens in our lives, such as what happened to me recently.

Can I blame God, see him as unjust or mean? Or, do I see that life is imperfect as I am? We make mistakes, some are better at the right choices and then there are times when misfortune just happens such as in Morroco. There was a time such as when volcanos erupted that it was attached to the gods. Today we know differently, it is probably best to just accept what is and make the best of it.

Had Ahab left the white whale alone he would have been happier and more successful and thanked God for what he had. Sometimes it is best to thank the whale that he didn’t get both legs.

Pastor Huls

Pet Parade

A Seventy-Five Year Old Goes to Walmart and McDonalds one Saturday Morning

by Larry Mayer I went to Walmart at 6:30am this morning to pick up a few items. As I was winding up my shopping, I thought I would stock up on canning jar lids for next year’s canning season. I was shocked, shocked at the price!

For over one hundred years, Ball Corporation and Kerr Mason Jar Co. have been making canning jars with rubber-rimmed aluminum lids.

The technology is not new. The machinery to produce them has been amortized umpteen times over. Automation has eliminated much of the labor required to produce them.

I remember paying $1.18 for a package of twelve, single-use lids.

Then, the prices started to go up about ten years ago, doubling every other year, or so. I was going to pick up half a dozen packages but, at $4.97 per package, plus $.39 for Governor Newson, that amounted to a small investment.

“It’s robbery! Greed and robbery, pure and simple,” I complained to myself. I bought one package and my wallet smarted at the check-out kiosk at that.

Then, I thought I would stop at McDonald’s, my annual pilgrimage, for an Egg McMuffin. When I walked inside, I had to turn around to see if I was indeed inside a McDonald’s store. There were computerized kiosks everywhere for ordering directly to the kitchen without having to speak to anyone. I looked

around again and found a small, unassuming counter over in the corner with an equally unassuming, young woman standing behind it, ostensibly to serve those witless customers, like myself.

From the hum of the lighting and the whir of the slot machine-like kiosks, it was hard to understand her when she spoke. She mumbled something through the heavy brown cloth mask across her face that matched her uniform perfectly.

I could see on the menu marquee on the wall behind her that the price of an Egg McMuffin meal was $9.05. I asked her, “Don’t you have a $2.00 Egg McMuffin?” She mumbled again as she electronically switched the menu marquee to the right product for demonstration purposes. I thought I heard her say that I could order the 2-for-$5.00 Egg McMuffins but they didn’t come with eggs.

“Huh? Excuse me?” I asked incredulously. Pointing to the display, she repeated herself, “The 2-for-$5.00 Egg McMuffins don’t come with eggs, only with meat and cheese,” suggesting that I not pay attention to the egg promently shown on the oversized, brightly back-lit panel.

Giving up, I shook my head, thanked her and walked back out to the parking lot where my car was parked across the lane in the corner, far beyond the lines of reserved parking for the “slot machine” players and online-order pick up people.

Pet of the Week

Guadalupe Guadalupe is pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society.

She’s a 5-year-old, 62pound, female, American Bulldog mix.

Guadalupe was a stray in Riverside County. She was transferred to Rancho Coastal Humane Society through FOCAS (Friends of County Animal Shelters.) She’s a low energy dog whose favorite activities include napping, cuddling, and walks.

The $145 adoption fee for Guadalupe includes medical exam, spay, up to date vaccinations, registered microchip, and a one-year license if her new home is in the jurisdiction of San Diego Humane Society. Visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas or log on to www.SDpets.org.

Meet Appleton, the dapper rooster with a touch of country charm, ready to rule the roost in your heart and backyard! With his striking plumage and confident strut, Appleton is a feathered gentleman who’s not only a master of his domain but also a charismatic addition to any farmstead. If you’re searching for a feathery friend to greet the sunrise with and lend a touch of rural allure, Appleton is the ultimate choice for a cluckin’ good time! Appleton is available for adoption at San Diego Humane Society’s Escondido Campus at 3500 Burnet Dr. If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane.org/ adopt or call 619-299-7012.

Online profile: https://www.sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/animal-single.html?petId=875158

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“Don’t Let the Old Man In” Part I of III stay contemporary but to continue to grow and learn throughout our lives. That tool is the Internet or World Wide Web.

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In April of 2021 Clint Eastwood and singer songwriter Toby Keith were playing golf. Toby asked Clint, “How do you remain so young and active?” It was the eve of Eastwood’s 88th birthday. Clint replied, “I don’t let the old man in.” Toby went home and wrote the now famous song.

Not letting “the old man in” is symbolic. It relates to any man or woman of any age. To us it means not getting stuck in a state of arrested development while the World sweeps past. Today the World is changing at an unprecedented pace. It’s very easy to get stuck in our yesterdays and fall behind as we move from youth to middle age and beyond. But today we have a new tool that allows us not only to

Broadband or high-speed access to the Internet began to replace dialup more than twenty years ago and today, according to the FCC, 97% of Americans have access to highspeed Internet. The entire universe of mankind’s knowledge resides on the Internet. If you know how to ask the question, you can find the answer on the Internet. It’s mind boggling to realize that every thought, fact, theory or opinion is instantly available to anyone with a high speed internet connection. Few, if any of us, fully comprehend the impact of having the entirety of human knowledge at our fingertips.

We use the Internet as a practical tool to navigate our lives. We use it to shop, job hunt, Email, get news, play games, skype etc. We mostly use the Internet to do practical things that save us energy and time. Most of us access the Internet with our smart phones and PCs. Smart phones are indispensible to our mobility. They provide constant communication and Internet access when we are mobile. PCs provide the same services in situ, with more comfortable I/O and viewing devices. There are strong indications that we are beginning to pay a price for the convenience of the Internet. Because we are using the Internet and artificial intelligence to find solutions to day to day problems, we seem to be com-

ing less adept at problem solving.

The Internet is the prime suspect in the recent World-wide drop in IQ test scores among the younger generations.

It may seem counter-intuitive to seek an internet based solution for the Internet created decline in our cognitive ability, but the Internet may well hold the solution. As labor saving technology eliminated the requirement for brute physical action in accomplishing our survival tasks, the “use it or lose it” certainty could have resulted in our physical deterioration. That didn’t happen because we found non survival essential ways to stay strong and fit through competition, sports and exercise. We exercised our bodies for no other purpose than to stay fit and strong.

The Internet may offer the opportunity to maintain our mental acuity by exercising our minds for no other purpose that to stay mentally fit. Smart speakers or digital, assistants can provide an excellent way to increase our knowledge as well as exercise our cognitive muscles.

In 2023 only 30% of high speed Internet users owned smart speakers. These wireless speakers allow users to converse with the Internet in real time.

Expanding ones knowledge base by using a search engine to converse with the most knowledgeable information source on the planet can not only increases our knowledge base, it can also enhance our cognitive abilities as long as we use it properly. We’ll continue this conversation next week.

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John Van Zante’s Critter Corner

We’re at the Animal Shelter. Now What?

Adoption 101. “Now What?”

Before going to the shelter, hold a family meeting. Mom and Dad might want to have this conversation without the kids.

Every animal shelter worker has seen, “the look.” Someone walks in, then they stop and think, “I’m here. Now what?” It might be someone who has never been to a shelter. Or it could be someone who just lost a pet they adopted years ago. Now they’re not only dealing with the loss, but they’re also trying to remember how this whole adoption thing works.

A couple weeks ago we began a series about some common challenges in pet ownership. Here we go again.

• Is it realistic and is it the right time to get a pet?

• Talk about everything involved in finding, adopting, and caring for a pet.

• Don’t just talk. Listen to each other. Your mate might have concerns you know nothing about.

• Make a list of questions about selecting your new pet.

• Download an adoption survey and fill it out, together, at home.

You’ve decided to visit a shelter or an adoption event.

• Pick a time when you won’t be rushed. Just like that initial conversation, maybe the kids don’t go along the first time.

• Start with a walk-through to see if any of the adoptable pets stand out for you.

the desires of the families. They want to make the right match for you and for the pet.

What if you see pets that interest you?

• Just because you like how a pet looks, that doesn’t mean it’s the right pet for you.

• Be patient. It might not happen on your first visit.

• A pet is a lifetime commitment.

Take the time to make the right decision.

• Tell the adoption counselor about yourself. Are you active or a couch potato? Have you ever had a pet before? Are there other pets in your home?

• Ask which pets fit you and your lifestyle.

The adoption counselor’s goal is to match the needs of the pets with

My son, Josh, says. “We don’t find our dogs. Our dogs find us.” He’s wise.

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Oodles from page 5 at 10am, Saturday September 23 at Charlies Family Restaurant, 210 North Ivy Street, Escondido.

The veteran’s group is open to submarine crew who have qualified to wear the warfare specialty pin, the dolphins (Silver or Gold).

Others can apply to become associate members. Visit ussvi.org *** Early Days Gas Engine & Tractor Assoc. Show September 23 • 8am-5pm Bates Nut Farm 15954 Woods Valley Road Valley Center Branch 22, Early Day Gas Engine & Tractor Association, is having a tractor show at Bates Nut Farm on September 23rd and 24th, 2023. Prior to that event we will be at Crusin’ Grand in Escondido on Friday, September 15th. Included in this show will be the 1895 Russel Steam Engine that was formally owned and operated by Rube Nelson of Escondido.

This traction engine was once a highlight of the Christmas Parade in Escondido for years during the 1960’s and 1970’s. This will be its first appearance in Escondido in over 50 years. We’re hoping to send this message send this message out to the public, especially for those who have been

around Escondido during the 50’s through 90’s and remember Rube’s Market and the steamer, to show up and have a look at our shows and learn a little bit about the history of Escondido.

Celebrating Farm Life Farm Education & Youth Day September 23 • 10am-4pm Bates Nut Farm 15954 Woods Valley Road Valley Center Come enjoy free presentations from Bates Nut Farm. Several years ago this event was established to educate the public about life on the farm. There will be ongoing presentations of the “Life of a Pumpkin” interactive module, Harvest Talk & Tour, a history of the 100 year old farm.

Live entertainment from 12-3 BBQ Lunch from 11-3 Pumpkin Patch Open Tractor hayrides • picnicking • farm zoo • straw maze Don’t miss the Antique Tractor Parades at 11:00 & 2:00!

Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Oktoberfest September 24 • 10am to 6pm Mountain Vista Drive off El Camino Real between Wandering Rd & Rambling Rd The Encinitas Chamber of Com-

merce has announced that its 27th annual Oktoberfest will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 24, 2023. This free family-oriented and pet-friendly regional festival and artisan faire is open to the public and celebrates German roots and culture. Live entertainment including Bavarian music and dance troupes, German food, international refreshments, two beer gardens and a diverse selection of local artisan products will be featured. A ceremonial parade is slated for noon. More than 15,000 guests are expected to attend this premier Oktoberfest in North San Diego County spanning 1/3 of a mile along Mountain Vista Drive off El Camino Real between Wandering Road and Rambling Road.

As lively oompah music plays in the background, festival goers will be transported to Munich as steins of golden frothy beers flow freely and the aroma of sizzling sausages, crispy schnitzel and warm pretzels waft through the air. Highlights this year include a family fun zone, new street performers, games, prizes and an artisan craft fair featuring more than 200 local vendors and Encinitas businesses.

The food and refreshment tents will serve authentic German beer and food from Tarantino’s Gour-

met Sausage and Taste of Poland.

The Local Craft Beer Garden celebrates San Diego’s thriving craft beer scene and features local breweries Duck Foot Brewing, Burgeon Beer Company, G’s Hard Ginger Beer, hard cider from Bivouac Ciderworks and Eppig Brewing, who is also the beer stein sponsor. The Family Tent will exclusively serve beer from sponsor Modern Times Beer + Coffee.

Live entertainment will include Bavarian music from the Bavarian Beer Garden Band. Dance troupes from The Gemütlichkeit Alpine Dancers and the Encinitas Ballet will perform. Bach to Rock Encinitas will DJ the music at the Craft Beer Tent. And new this year: buskers (local street musicians) will be performing live throughout the festival, showcasing their talent. Additionally, San Diego’s unique photo booth experience Van & Gram will be on hand with their 1980 VW Vanagon “Penelope Cruise” to take Oktoberfest fun photos, adding to the festive atmosphere.

The Chamber is committed to reducing its environmental impact and is excited to announce that they have partnered with the Rob Machado Foundation to provide Oodles continued on page 14

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• Have I ever done anything to him that would inspire him to attack?

• Could we run away?

• What does my wife think?

• What about the kids?

• Could I possibly swing the gun like a club and knock the knife out of his hand?

• What does the law say about this situation?

• Does the pistol have appropriate safety built into it?

• Why am I carrying a loaded gun anyway, and what kind of message does this send to society and to my children?

• Is it possible he’d be happy with just killing me?

• Does he definitely want to kill me, or would he be content just to wound me?

• If I were to grab his knees and hold on, could my family get away while he was stabbing me?

• Should I call 9-1-1?

• Why is this street so deserted?

• Can we make this a happier, healthier street that would discourage such behavior.

• I need to debate this with some friends for a few days and try to come to a consensus. This is all so confusing!

sociated with the creation of the mural, including materials, rentals, insurance, and any fees associated with the installation.

Republican’s Answer: • BANG! Southerner’s Answer: • BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! • BANG ! BANG! BANG! BANG! • Click..... (Sounds of reloading) • BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! BANG! • BANG! • BANG! • BANG! • Click Son: ‘Can I shoot the next one?!’

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A selection panel of downtown arts leaders, business owners, and residents will evaluate prospective artists and their work. The panel will invite semifinalists to submit renderings of a mural concept. From these renderings, the panel will then select three finalists based on the following criteria: the design’s ability to visually captivate the viewer, how well it represents Oceanside’s unique and diverse character, and the artist’s technical skill.

To be considered, artists must submit an artist profile, their skills and qualifications, and five artwork samples by Monday, October 30, to bobbie@mainstreetoceanside. com or deliver to the MainStreet Office at 701 Mission Ave. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Artists do not need to be residents of Oceanside but must have an interest in enhancing the Downtown Oceanside community. Artists do not need to have previous mural experience but are expected to possess the necessary skills and expertise to create a mural.

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Robbery from page 9 the men they say they know.” The man was holding up his hand, urging that cooler heads prevail. “If we hang them and they are innocent, we will be in big trouble,” the rider said. “Better hold them until we can hear from Iowa and see if this tale they tell is true. We can always hang ‘em later.”

The reprieve brought a sigh of relief to Josh and Jenkins. But it was short-lived. Another of the posse members shouted, “We’re not going to let these two outlaws get away with a story like that.”

Acting on the level-headed rider’s advice, and much against the wish of the two hot-headed members’ raving, the vigilantes locked the two Iowans in a nearby log stable.

The door was barred, and a guard was posted for the night.

Early the next morning, the hottempered members of the posse had not cooled in their anger for supposed revenge. Other members began coming around to that way of thinking even though none of them was from Iowa. The tempers of some of the posse became so inflamed most agreed not to wait.

“Let’s get on with the hanging.”

One member yelled.

They took the two innocent men out of the stable. They dragged them under a nearby oak tree, put a rope around Jenkin’s neck and over a thick tree limb and was getting another noose ready for Josh.

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Out of nowhere a rider came frantically galloping toward them. The man, whom the vigilantes had sent to Iowa to find out anything about Josh and Jenkins, came riding on the run, shouting, “Stop! Stop!

These men are innocent. Their story is true. This lad’s father and neighbors are looking for them.”

Josh would never forget the way the rider who saved them looked as he galloped as fast as he could toward them. A group of Josh’s Wayne County friends and neighbors had been trailing them while riding with Jesse, Frank, Cole and Clell across the Iowa and Missouri countryside. Josh told his friends how close they had come to being hung as bank robbers and horse thieves. Josh pointed out the posse leader who was so determined to hang them on the spot. One of his Iowa friends whipped out a pistol and was going to shoot the self-appointed vigilante leader, but cooler heads again prevailed and prevented him from doing so.

During the long ride back north to Lone Tree in Wayne County, Josh recalled to his friends that the four bandits called each other by name …

Frank, Cole, Jesse, and Clell, leaving little doubt as to their identies.

Josh heard the news and gave a woeful smile. He recalled that day during his and Jenkins’ captivity chatting with the “notorious” Clell.

Miller. Some six years later the news report in the Lone Tree Press told of Clell being gunned down on Sept. 7, 1876, during the infamous James-Younger botched bank robbery attempt in Northfield, Minnesota. Josh had mixed feelings for a man who had become a big part of the young farmer’s personal history. To Josh, the name “Clell Miller” was, indeed, “notorious.”

The days of mounted bank and train robbers are years behind us, but legend or not, many a tale, sometimes true, often a bit stretched, have been spun from those days of old. This has been one of them.

This story was based on a firstperson account as reported in the book “Kingdom of the Tall Corn,” -- (Old Warrior Publishing, 2016, Amazon.com)

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Problem Solved from page 6 exhausted with trying to continually get a response from Sollevare. Now I have two units that have crapped out. My confidence level has dropped and I still don’t have the reversible door for the most recent unit.

I’d like a refund. Sollevare tells me if I purchased through a retailer I would have to get the refund from it. Lowe’s, of course, says it’s too late and I have to deal with the manufacturer. This has been going on for close to a year. I have been unable to locate the names of anyone in upper management.

I’m exhausted and at a loss at this point. I want my money back.

Can you help? ~ Laura Lowry, Port St. Lucie, Fl A: It looks like you bought the wrong wine cooler. And at first I thought that was strange, because if you look up Sollevare wine coolers on the Lowe’s site, they look like they’re highly rated (four stars and above). But pay attention to the number of reviews.

There are only a few reviews, perhaps published by Sollevare employees or their friends. Who knows? But there aren’t enough reviews to be a reliable source of information.

Maybe you should have taken this up with Lowe’s as soon as it became a problem, just to keep them in the loop. Lowe’s might have found a way to replace the faulty cooler or repair it. I publish the names, numbers and email addresses of the Lowe’s customer service managers on this site.

I also have a guide to getting an appliance repaired, replaced or returned. You’ll find that helpful if you ever run into trouble with Lowe’s again (which I hope you don’t).

We’ve had several Lowe’s cases recently. The company does not seem to like consumer advocates getting involved in customer disputes. But that’s never stopped me from trying.

I contacted Lowe’s on your behalf. The company didn’t respond (big surprise), so I contacted it again. And again, no response.

Finally, you contacted the California Attorney General’s Office,

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The company apologized to you and issued a full refund.

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Hawaiian Luau September 30 • 4:30pm - 10pm Elks Lodge #1687 2430 S. Escondido Blvd.

Escondido, CA 92025 Elks and Guests welcome. Cost is $25 reserved or $30 at the door.

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Pu Pu appetizers, Huli Huli chicken, traditional Hawaiian kalua pork, authentic macaroni salad, mai tai specials. Pig races, corn hole, Hawaiian dancers planned.

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water refill stations at this year’s Oktoberfest. A free shuttle will run to/from the Flora Vista Elementary School parking lot to the corner of Mountain Vista & Wandering Road from 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., and there will be parking for bicycles at each end of the event.

The German roots of Encinitas go back to the northeastern colony of Olivenhain, which was founded by German farmers in 1884. The Encinitas Oktoberfest coincides with Germany’s start of Oktoberfest in mid-September. Visit https://www. encinitasoktoberfest.com/ for information. *** Carlsbad Charitable Foundation Fall Mixer September 27 • 5:30-7:30pm Agua Hedionda Discovery Center 150 Cannon Rd, Carlsbad Enjoy the views at the Agua Hedionda Lagoon with some tasty tacos and a few beverages.

Mingle with members, business owners, and movers and shakers as we strengthen the relationship between Carlsbad residents, businesses, and the local philanthropic community!

Wine, beer, and soft drinks will be served. We hope to see you there!

RSVP here by September 22 at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ carlsbad-charitable-foundation-2023-fall-mixer-tickets699283755537?aff=oddtdtcreator ***

*** 34th Annual Boys and Girls Night Out A Night In All White Gala October 13 • 6-10pm The Seabird Resort 101 Mission Ave. • Oceanside Join us for a special evening of sparkling performances and spirited conversation.

Be the One, support Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside’s mission to provide all members the opportunity to reach their fullest potential.

Dinner, Dancing & Live Auction.

6:00pm Cocktail Hour, 7:30pm Dinner. All White Attire Requested.

Whether your outfit will sparkle, sway or make a statement, we’re excited to see your semi-formal or cocktail attire at our elegant “A Night in All White” gala. *** Vista Boys & Girls Club Poker Tournament October 14 • 5pm 306 S. Santa Fe, Vista Go “all in” for the kids at the Boys & Girls Club of Vista’s 5th annual Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament!. This exciting event will be held Saturday, October 14th at the Vistonian at 306 S. Santa Fe in Vista. Dinner will be served from 5:00-6:00 followed by tournament play beginning at 6PM. The poker tournament buy-in is $100 with various add-ons and sponsorships available. Tournament tickets include food and drink.

Advertise Here Call 760-747-7119 The dinner only option is $60.

All proceeds from the Poker Tournament will benefit programs offered by the Boys & Girls Club of Vista focusing on Academic Enrichment, Character Development and Healthy Lifestyles. Participation provides financial assistance to year-round programs for underserved youth.

Register at: https://www.bgcvista.org/poker-tournament *** Chess at Park Avenue Community Center Wednesdays from noon to 3pm Home of Escondido Senior Center 210 Park Avenue, Escondido Chess players of all skill levels are welcome every Wednesday in the shuffleboard building from Noon to 3 pm. Large boards and pieces provided. Follow the signs or ask at the front desk for directions. *** Escondido Senior Travel Meetings Escondido Senior Travel Service’s holds a monthly meeting at 1pm in the Park Avenue Community Center, 210 Park Avenue. The next meeting is September 11, 2023.

No meeting in August. Upcoming trips are Knox Berry Farm, September 28 and Laughlin, October 30, November 1, 2023 and December 7, Christmas with Sinatra.

The Travel Office is located at the Park Avenue Community Center, Escondido, and is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. Phone number 760 2941851. Call for details.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9017133 The name of the business: Saving Grace Senior Solutions, located at 316 Crownview Ct., San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant Information: Saving Grace Senior Solutions, LLC, 316 Crownview Ct., San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company. First day of business: N/A /s/ Marianne Stloka, COO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/17/2023 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9016501 The name of the business: Ras Guy Productions, located at 3926 Shenandoah Dr., Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant Information: Carlton Guy Clare Jr., 3926 Shenandoah Dr., Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by an Individual. First day of business: 12/2/2013 /s/ Carlton Guy Clare Jr. with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 8/8/2023 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9016949 The name of the business: Shell Dransart, located at 2151 Island Shore Way, San Marcos, CA 92078.

Registrant Information: Wildflower Studio LLC, 2151 Island Shore Way, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company. First day of business: 8/16/2013 /s/ Michelle Dransart with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/16/2023 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9016892 The name of the business: Maddie Moon Designs, located at 2583 Majella Road, Vista, CA 92084.

Registrant Information: Madelline Margaret Binnie Clark MS. 2583 Majella Road, Vista, CA 92084.

This business is operated by an Individual. First day of business: 2/1/2002 /s/ Madelline Margaret Binnie Clark MS with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/15/2023 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9016284 The name of the business: Regenerative Landscape, located at 14131 Old El Camino Real, Apt 13, San Diego, CA 92130. Registrant Information: Jacob M. Moss, 14131 Old El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130. This business is operated by an Individual. First day of business: N/A /s/ Jacob Moss with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/4/2023 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9016597 The name of the business: RMC Automotive Inc., located at 4089 Oceanside Blvd., Suite G, Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant Information: RMC Atomotive, Inc., 4089 Oceanside Blvd., Suite G, Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by a Corporation. First day of business: 7/25/2017 /s/ Reginald McNeal, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/10/2023 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9015558 The name of the business: Ascencio’s Homecare Services, located at 491 W. 11th Ave., Escondido, CA 92025. Registrant Information: Daniel Ascencio, 491 11th Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: 01/04/2023 /s/ Daniel Ascencio with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/26/2023 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9014398 The name of the business: Raching Milestones, located at 5195 Via

Mindanao, Oceanside, CA 92057.

Registrant Information: Avila Medical, Inc., 5195 Via Mindanao, Oceanside, CA 92057. This business is operated by a Corporation. First day of business: 07/10/2023 /s/ Rachel Avila, Vice President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/10/2023 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 8/31/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9017838 The name of the business: Top Tier Construction and Consulting, located at 4985 Eucalyptus Ln., Carlsbad, CA 92008. Registrant Information: BD Young Enterprise Inc., 4985 Eucalyptus Ln., Carlsbad, CA 92008. This business is operated by a Corporation. First day of business: N/A /s/ Dezarae Young, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/29/2023 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9017083 The name of the business: Global Pacific Yacht Services, Global Pacific Yachts, Global Pacific Yacht, located at 997 G Street., Chula Vista, CA 91910. Registrant Information: Marine Group Global Services LLC, 997 G St., Chula Vista, CA 91910. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company. First day of business: 6/15/2023 /s/ Laura J. Machado, CFO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/17/2023 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-901724 The name of the business: Trealee8, located at 2120 W. Mission Rd., #240, Escondido, CA 92029.

Registrant Information: Trealee8 LLC, 2120 W. Mission Rd., #240, Escondido, CA 92029. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company. First day of business: N/A /s/ Mary Lee S. Reasonover, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/24/2023 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2023 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: 2023-90017623 Trealee8, located at 2120 W. Mission Rd., #240, Escondido, CA 92029. The Fictitious Business Name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on 5/8/2023 and assigned file no. 20239010149.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IS BEING ABANDONED BY: Mary Lee Reasonover, 232 Treasure Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is conducted by an Individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000). /s/Mary Reasonover This statement was filed with the San Diego Recorder/County clerk on 8/24/2023.

9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2023 SUMMONS (ON VERIFIED FIRST AMENDED COMPLAINT) CASE NO. SCV-272110 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SONOMA 600 Administration Drive, Room 107-J Santa Rosa, CA. 95403 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: THEODORE J. LIESE, an individual; SUZANNE L. MAIERLE, an individual, ADDITIONAL PARTIES ATTACHMENT FORM IS ATTACHED) YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: IVAN A. RAYA, an individual; and KIROLOS HANNA, an individual.

NOTICE! You are being sued. The court may decide against you wi- htout you being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written re- sponse at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response but be in proper legal form is you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You

can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp) your county law library, or the county courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask he court clerk for a fee waiver form; if you do not file your respnse on time, you may lose the case by default,and your wages, money, and preperty may be takent without further warning from the courr.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away.

If you do not know an atorney, you may want to call an attorney refer- ral service. If you cannot afford an at- torney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the Califor- nia Legal Service Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org). the Cali- fornia Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.cortinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar associataion. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitra- tion award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

The name and address of the court is: 600 Administration Drive, Room 107J, Santa Rosa, CA. 95403 The name, address and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plain- tiff without an attorney is: Jeffrey S. Lyons, SBN 227277 Telephone: (707) 523 1181 CLEMENT, FITZPATRICK & KENWORTHY 3333 Mendocino Avenue,Suite 200 Santa Rosa, CA. 95403 Robert Oliver, Clerk /s/ Griselda Zavala, Deputy ADDITIONAL PARTIES: WILLIAM TURLEY, an individual; the testate and intestate successors of WILLIAM TURLEY, believed to be de- ceased, and all persons claiming by, through, or under such decedent; all other persons unknown, claiming any right title, estate, lien or interest in the real property described in the complaint, adverse to Plaintiff’s ownershi or any claim upon Plaintiff’s title thereto; and DOES 1 throujgh 3, in- bclusive.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: The real property commonly known as 14724 Canyon 1 Road, Guerneville, California which is the real property situated in the Unincorporated Area, County of Sonoma, State of California, described as follows: Lots 47 and 48, Division #1, Map of Map No. 2, Eagle Nest, filed November 5, 1906, Book 19 of Maps, page 19, Official Records County of Sonoma. Sonoma County APN 070-280-016 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9017850 The name of the business: Ondi Organics, located at 15231 Highland Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92025.

Registrant Information: Andrea Ricketts, 15231 Highland Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92025. This business is operated by an individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Andrea Ricketts with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/29/2023 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9018196 The name of the business: Moonage Tea Company, located at 1215 Bridgehampton St., San Marcos, CA 92076. Registrant Information: Bettina Marie Pavone, 1215 Bridgehampton St., San Marcos, CA 92076. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: N/A /s/ Bettina Marie Pavone with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 9/1/2023 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9016972 The name of the business: Sams Farm Fresh Juice Smoothie, located at 233 E. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025. Registrant Information: Ghasem Samadi, 2451 Corte Azul, Carlsbad, CA 92009. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: N/A /s/ Chasem Samadi with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/16/2023 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9018332 The name of the business: Roush Real Estate, located at 6005 Hidden Valey Rd., Suite #250, Carlsbad, CA 92011. Registrant Information: amanda anne Roush, 6005 Hidden Valley Rd., Suite #250, Carlsbad, CA 92011. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: 9/27/2018 /s/ Amanda Anne Roush with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 9/6/2023 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9017445 The name of the business: Team San Diego Softball, located at 1026 W. El Norte Parkway, Suite 127, Escondido, CA 92026. Registrant Information: The Factory Softball Club, 1026 W. El Norte Pkwy, #127, Escondido, CA 92026. This business is operated by a Corporation. First day of business: N/A /s/ Adam J. Robinson, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 8/23/2023 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9018570 The name of the business: Cand E Style Plus, located at 1245 N. Las Flores Dr., San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant Information: Maria Paulina Torres, 1245 N. Las Flores Dr., San Marcos, CA 92069.

This business is operated by an Individual. First day of business: N/A /s/ Maria Paulina Torres, MPT with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 9/8/2023 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2023

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME 37-2023-00038057-CU-PT-NC TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Denise Jon Hines filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Denise Jon Hines to Proposed name Denise Jon Wilmer. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objections that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 11/3/2023, 8:30 am, in Dept. 25 The address of the court is: 325 S. Melrose, Vista, CA. 92081. A copy of the Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: San Marcos News Reporter, dba, The Paper, 845 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, Ca. 92078. Dated January 30, 2023 /s/ Brad A. Weinreb, Judge of the Superior Court 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2023 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME 37-2023-00033212-CU-PT-NC TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Claudia Alexa Bokis Szymenski filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Claudia Alexa Bokis Szymanski to Proposed name Claudia Alexa. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objections that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 10/6/2023, 8:30 am, in Dept. 25 No hearing will occur on above date: see attachment The address of the court is: 325 S. Melrose, Vista, CA. 92081. A copy of the Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: San Marcos News Reporter, dba, The Paper, 845 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, Ca. 92078. August 8, 2023 /s/ Brad A. Weinreb, Judge of the Superior Court 8/31, 9/7, 9/14, 9/21/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9018458

The name of the business: San Diego Granny Flats, San Diego Painting, SD Painting, Oceanside Painting, San Marcos Painting, located at 1050 Highway 78, Ramona, CA 92065. Registrant Information: Dan Abraham Jauregui, 1050 Highway 78, Ramona, CA 92065.

This business is operated by an Individual. First day of business: 9/7/2023 /s/ Dan Abraham Jauregui with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 9/7/2023 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9018785 The name of the business: Alexis Body Oasis, located at 1768 Pinnacle Court, Vista, CA 92081. Registrant Information: Alexis Breana Holiday, 1768 Pinnacle Court, Vista, CA 92081. This business is operated by an Individual. First day of business: 9/5/2023 /s/ Alexia Breana Holiday with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 9/5/2023 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9018749 The name of the business: Angel Paws Pet Aftercare, Angel Paws, located at 128 N. Pacific St., #C-4, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant Information: NMS Enterprises Inc., 128 N. Pacific St., #C-4, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by a Corporation. First day of business: 12/26/2009 /s/ Christopher M. Settle, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 9/5/2023 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9018757 The name of the business: Kingdoom, located at 1729 S. Clementine St., Oceanside, CA 92054. Registrant Information: Fiddleroad LLC, 1729 S. Clementine St., Oceanside, CA 92054. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company. First day of business: N/A /s/ Todd Eiscrkerch, Managing Member with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 9/12/2023 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12/2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9014374 The name of the business: Motional Gate Automation, located at 9741, Unit B, Wintergardens Blvd., Lakeside, CA 92040. Registrant Information: Anthony Sarmiento, 9741 Wintergardens Blvd., Unit B, Lakeside, CA 92040. This business is operated by an Individual. First day of business: 7/10/2023 /s/ Anthony Sarmiento with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/10/2023 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24/2023

First, I discovered America, then I discovered The Paper Ever since I can remember I’ve had the burning desire to discover new places, new adventures. Because of this, I set out to discover a new country . . . and I was successful. I even ventured inland a great many miles where I discovered a place I called Minnesota. “This,” I thought, “would be a great place for Scandinavians.”

So I headed back to Norway to recruit settlers. While I was gone, some clown named Columbus claimed he discovered America. Life ain’t fair. Except life also give us The Paper. I read it whenever and wherever I go exploring and only buy from those who advertise in The Paper. It’s a Viking thing.

Your friend, Eric the Red

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