June 22 2023

By Friedrich Gomez

In today’s modern computer world of instant global information at the tip of our fingertips, it would be exceedingly difficult to imagine that San Diego County could possibly nurse any truly fabulous secret places to visit, experience, and explore – especially for incoming visitors during the height of summer tourism who have mapped out an agenda of San Diego Hot Spots.

Ironically, much of what you are about to read is vastly unknown even to many native San Diegans!

And yet, this remains a most shocking revelation!

Despite today’s social media and the infinite range of fact-sharing that streams nonstop through our ‘technological highway,’ there still remains -- for a lot of people -- a most unbelievable list of fascinating, breathtaking, and hidden

places within San Diego’s metropolitan region that have never been experienced, primarily because their very existence remains widely unknown!

We are speaking of incredible and most unimaginable secret places that have been here for years on end.

In this exclusive cover story for The Paper, we will share with our readership a very rare and insight-

ful journey and explore a vast array of hidden oasis, getaways, and even mysterious shipwrecks that are still here, but often go completely unnoticed for many residents.

Let’s begin with our mysterious place No. 1.

(1) THE AMAZING BRIDGE THAT IS A SECRET MUSICAL INSTRUMENT! San Diego County is a cornucopia of hidden secrets

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and surprises; endless treasures that often remain hidden from the naked eyes and ears of everyday pedestrians, visitors, tourists, and – ironically – still remains undiscovered from even residents who have lived their lives here – past to present -- and never knew of the wonders that were within their own neighbourhoods!

In the case of San Diego conceptual artist, Roman de Salvo, who earned his Master of Fine Arts degree from UCSD – he purposely likes to play “cat and mouse” between his artwork and his public admirers by often “infusing his art with elements of surprise and hidden interactive possibilities between the art and spectator.”

Sometimes those ‘hidden interactive’ secrets for spectators to enjoy will, sadly, remain undiscovered and dormant for years.

For example, in 2003, Roman de Salvo (who is professionally known throughout the United States and Europe) had his work “secretly” infused within the rails of a San Diego bridge spanning California State Route 94, making the bridge an actual instrument for the public to play!

What appears to be normal rails alongside the bridge walkway by pedestrians is, actually, an interactive musical carillon for the

Give Us This Day our Daily Chuckle

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

In ancient Rome, deli workers were told that they could eat anything they wanted during the lunch hour. Anything, that is except the smoked salmon. Thus were created the world’s first anti-lox breaks.

Did you hear about the red ship and the blue ship that collided? Both crews were marooned.

Did you hear about the two men from the monastery who opened a fast-food seafood restaurant?

One was the fish friar, the other was the chip monk.

public to actually play as a musical instrument as they traverse the bridge, itself!

Called the “Crab Carillon,” this musical feature of a very unique bridge is part of the City of San Diego’s Civic Art Collection. It features 488 individually tuned chimes spanning the full length of the bridge, which can be played by passersby!

Just think, drivers passing over State Route 94 on the 25th Street bridge might never realise that they are travelling beside an interactive musical instrument, a chime rail that pedestrians with a good stick or (better yet) metal rod, can play!

De Salvo commissioned Joseph Waters to compose a short, sophisticated palindrome, which means the music is the same whether the rails are played forward or backward!

It was Roman de Salvo’s method to artistically show an (organic) way to express the freeway as a living organism!

HOW DO YOU ‘PLAY’ THIS MUSICAL BRIDGE AS AN INSTRUMENT? But if only passersby knew of this secret musical instrument – and how to play it!

If a person walking over the bridge were to strike, or run a metal tube or rod, across each rail, they would hear the chimes

“sing” a musical work by composure Joseph Waters!

The miraculous “singing rails” are composed of almost 500 individual chimes that span the length of the bridge and can be played like a xylophone as people walk between Golden Hill and Sherman Heights.

The name of the song that is played is called “Crab Carillon” and the same song or chimes are heard in succession when a metal object is passed along each rail, no matter in which direction the foot traffic is moving across the bridge, in either north or south direction!

The whole concept is not only fun to discover, but, it parlayed into San Diego’s regional planning agency’s desire to make both Golden Hill and Sherman Heights more fun to walk and explore their adjacent neighbourhoods.

It was a fascinating study, as Roman de Salvo, literally, had his work cut out for him as he had to measure and cut the desired dimensions of each brass pipe along the railing to make the desired notes when each rail was struck along the way.

Each rail became a note or part of the entire song or musical theme.

People walking to-and-from their errands or simply enjoying a lei-

surely stroll, love the experience! However, for many residents within the area and beyond, it has remained a big surprise to this very day!

SAN DIEGO RESIDENTS ARE STILL SHOCKED AT THE EXISTENCE OF THIS MUSICAL BRIDGE! As one resident exclaimed: “I never knew it was there! A total and fantastic experience!”

Another resident from Golden Hill gasped in delight: “With this Covid-19 pandemic driving me stir crazy, I now enjoy walking over the bridge in both directions, with my metal ‘baton,’ like an orchestra leader, conducting and playing my very own instrument!”

It bears repeating, for most San Diego County residents, the musical bridge remains almost totally unknown, and unheard of. Most are shocked, then smile, and often say: “What a beautiful idea. What a beautiful secret place to discover.”

And so it remains. The 25th Street Bridge, between Golden Hill and Sherman Heights. The magical bridge which yearns to serenade you, if you only know the secret.

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A scientist cloned himself but the experiment created a duplicate who used very foul language. As the clone cursed and swore, the scientist finally pushed it out the window, and it fell to its death. Later the scientist was arrested for making an obscene clone fall.

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Recession

The Recession has hit everybody.....

I got a pre-declined credit card in the mail.

CEO’s are now playing miniature golf.

Exxon-Mobil laid off 25 Congressmen.

A stripper was killed when her audience showered her with rolls of pennies while she danced.

I saw a Mormon polygamist with only one wife.

If the bank returns your check marked “Insufficient Funds,”

you call them and ask if they meant you or them. McDonald’s is selling the 1/4 ouncer.

Angelina Jolie adopted a child from America .

Parents in Beverly Hills fired their nannies and learned their children’s names.

My cousin had an exorcism but couldn’t afford to pay for it, and they re-possessed her!

A truckload of Americans was caught sneaking into Mexico.

A picture is now only worth 200 words.

When Bill and Hillary travel together, they now have to share a room.

The Treasure Island Casino in Las Vegas is now managed by Somali pirates.

Congress says they are looking into this Bernard Madoff scandal. Oh Great! The guy who made $50 Billion disappear is

being investigated by the people who made $1.5 Trillion disappear!

And, finally....

I was so depressed last night thinking about the economy, wars, jobs, my savings, Social Security, retirement funds, etc., I called the Suicide Hotline. I got a call center in Pakistan , and when I told them I was suicidal, they got all excited, and asked if I could drive a truck.

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No English Dictionary Has Been Able To Explain The Difference Between The Two Words COMPLETE And FINISHED, In A Way That’s Easy To Understand.

Some People Say There Is No Difference Between COMPLETE & FINISHED.

I Beg To Differ Because, There Is:

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Now you do.

Next is our second San Diego County Secret Spot to Discover!

(2) SECRET “GARDEN OF EDEN” IN ENCINITAS. Who would ever have dreamed that San Diego County’s own coastal city of beautiful Encinitas would have a “Secret Garden” that is, in fact, internationally renowned?

And yet it’s true!

For me, it harkens back to the Biblical “Garden of Eden” I read about in Sunday School, or the legendary “Hanging Gardens of Babylon” which we all studied about in history class.

The coastal city of Encinitas in North San Diego County is wellrepresented on this list of San Diego County’s secret places to discover. Secret, even for many residents who may have lived most of lives right here in our metropolitan region!

Encinitas has a must-see attraction known as the Meditation Gardens that has to be experienced firsthand to be fully appreciated.

It seems an oxymoron that this unique and breathtaking oasis is world renowned and, yet, remains largely unknown to many San Diego metropolitan residents. Nonetheless, it remains an abundant fact that there are many internationally famous historical, biological, and scientific references to San Diego County that are not well known to San Diego natives.

This is one of them.

The Encinitas Meditation Gardens, created 86 years ago, in 1937 (the same year the famed S.S. Monte Carlo sank off the shores of Coronado), the incredible layout of the gardens was created by the Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) – initially as a private retreat – but eventually opened to the general public to enjoy.

Cost is free, with donation boxes throughout the premises. But you may wish to call ahead to make certain if entrance is still free to the public.

The exotic and tropical surroundings includes a riot of colourful flowers and plants, waterfalls, garden pools, gorgeous fish ponds full of colourful koi (fish originally found in Japan), manicured green trees and lawns, and a network of walkways to stroll

and explore your way around.

Additionally, there are numerous areas to sit, relax, and absorb the beauty all about you.

Located high above the coastal cliffs, there are even areas specially located where visitors can sit and watch panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, observe surfers riding the waves below, and watch breathtaking sunsets toward the end of the day!

The lush ‘Garden of Eden-like’ setting inspired TripAdvisor to publish one Yelp comment online which simply stated: “These grounds are truly Heaven on Earth,” in describing the Encinitas Meditation Gardens.

And despite the religious inspiration behind the Meditation Gardens and the Self-Realization Fellowship, there is no one there to try and convert you in any way or manner. You are simply left freely alone, or with family and friends, to explore and enjoy without any caveat.

So, it matters not if you are agnostic, atheist, or religious, to partake of this oasis.

As one person who has travelled the world for a year, documenting her travel discoveries, she clearly expressed in her travel blog, called “My Socal’d Life,” that the Encinitas Meditation Gardens are for everyone to experience, not just for the religious or those who meditate.

Her blog adamantly clarifies: “I’m not religious at all – I’m not even sure what “god” is and I’m more of the mindset to ‘be a good person’ – but I knew this garden sounded like it would be worth a visit. (Spoiler aler: It was.) Don’t let the spiritual overtones intimidate you; there are a mix of people who visit the Gardens, from devout meditators to tourists to people like me who fall somewhere in between. No matter your religious leanings, it’s a fantastic place for anyone to check out and check-in with yourself.”

And neither does it matter if you are an adult or small child, the colourful surroundings, waterfalls, with hidden and remote areas to discover is an exciting and universal playground for all children to revel in.

One lady reported that she often visits there with daughter and even grandchildren, enjoying the day together, and at no cost.

With its winding creeks and re-

June

The Caregiver Coalition of San Diego and the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)-Aging & Independence Services invite you to attend We ♥ Caregivers: Community Event & Resource Fair! This is a free event.

The We ♥ Caregivers: Community Event & Resource Fair provides information for those caring for loved ones across the age spectrum.

• Hear from experts in the field who will provide tips and tools to support the caregiver journey.

• Visit resource tables to learn about valuable local services from Caregiver Coalition of San Diego members.

• Free lunch for registered participants.

• Opportunity drawing for attendees at the event conclusion!

Register now on Eventbrite: https:// bit.ly/WeLoveCaregivers2023

If you are unable to register online, please call Erika Sosa with Aging & Independence Services: 858495-5039 ***

Worlds Largest Swim Lesson

June 22 • 10am to 2pm Las Posas Pool 1387 W. Borden Road Woodland Park Pool 671 Woodland Parkway

Be a part of the Worlds Largest Swim Lesson! These free events are for you and your family to come together to swim, and learn about water safety!

• Sponsored Local Food

• San Marcos Fire Department:

CPR demo

• Complimentary Swim Lesson

Level Evaluations

• Coloring Booth

• Water Safety Activity Stations

• Free Open Rec Swim ***

A Historic Look of Escondido

June 22 • 6:00–7:00 pm

Escondido Library

Turrentine Room

Learn about the history of Escondido’s Commercial District—the interesting history of the buildings and the shopkeepers who once worked on Grand and Broadway. The past will come alive through the photographs of the bank buildings, storefronts, and telephone company that once graced this historic intersection

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LIFE at MiraCosta College

June 23 • 1pm

Oceanside Campus

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Building a community and making connections in San Diego and abroad, with Melanie Ruben, Adult/ Sr. Director of Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center.

Learn how the LFJCC strives to connect the community to Jewish heritage by offering a rich array of stimulating and innovative social, cultural, educational, and recreational programs and services.

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LIFE at MiraCosta College

June 23 • 2:30pm

Oceanside Campus

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A history of early ballooning in the west, with Gary Fogel, PhD, Aerospace Engineering/Computational Sciences, SDSU.

Learn about Park Van Tassel, one of the first aerial showmen in the american West and the world. His efforts included women aviators, helping to break barriers at an important time for women’s rights.

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Escondido Library 1/2 Price Sale

Friends Bookshop

June 23 & 24

All items in the store 50% OFF marked price (25¢ minimum) Only cash payment accepted. All events generously sponsored by the Friends of the Escondido Public Library

Driver Killed by Teen Fleeing Police

A 60-year-old Encinitas man was killed late Friday night, June 16th, when his car was rear-ended by a vehicle driven by a 17-year-old boy who was fleeing police. Excessive speed and alcohol were factors in the crash.

It is suspected the teen was leaving a large party a few minutes before the crash. Officers reported that a white Dodge Charger nearly collided head-on into them as they responded to complaints about the party in a neighborhood north of Kit Carson park around 10:45 p.m. A few minutes later, another officer spotted the Charger traveling at a high rate of speed south on Via Ranch Parkway toward Interstate 15. The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, but it ran a red light and accelerated to over 100 mph moments before the crash, which occurred on Via Rancho Parkway near Lomas Serenas Drive.

Firefighters had to extricate the victim from the wreckage. He was taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased a short time later. His identity is being withheld pending notification of family.

The 17-year-old suspect, an Escondido resident, fled the scene on foot but was taken into custody a short distance away. He was arrested and transported to an area hospital for treatment of minor injuries. He faces charges of vehicle homicide, felony evading police and driving under the influence.

Officers are conducting an investigation into the party to identify

the host, and whether that person bears any criminal culpability for providing alcohol to the 17-yearold suspect.

The crash is being investigated by Officer Adan Martinez. Anyone with information is asked to contact him at (760) 839-4465.

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Drivers Cited During Sobriety and License Checkpoint

Police cited 21 unlicensed drivers and an additional four drivers with suspended licenses during a checkpoint Friday night June 16th, at West Valley Parkway and Avenida del Diablo. One motorist was arrested on an outstanding DUI warrant.

The checkpoint was conducted between 6:15 p.m. and 11 p.m. It was ended early due to a fatal collision unrelated to the checkpoint.

Checkpoint locations are based on a history of crashes and DUI arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.

The Escondido Police Department is committed to keeping the public safe when they are traveling. The Escondido Police Department will hold another DUI/Driver’s License checkpoint in September.

Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety,

gave notice that there was a new Sheriff in town.

We did a cover story, in color, on a nudist resort in Palm Springs.

through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Please follow the Escondido Police Department on social media @EscondidoPolice.

To report any suspicious activities in your neighborhood, you may contact the Police Department directly, or you may make an unidentified call on our “Anonymous Tip Line” at 760-743-TIPS (8477) or via our Web site at police.escondido.org.

San Marcos Creek Project Meeting

The San Marcos Creek Project Team is excited to announce their next in-person “Coffee with the Creek” meeting. It will be held June 28th at 5pm, at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Dr. The team will be available to answer your questions about the upcoming work on the project.

The event will be casual with a brief presentation and project update. The bulk of our time will be spent answering your questions. RSVPs are not required.

The San Marcos Creek Project is a 214-acre project adjacent to the San Marcos Creek, and will add the needed infrastructure to reduce long-standing flooding issues and improve traffic circulation while revitalizing and preserving the San Marcos Creek. The project will minimize flooding risks, preserve and enhance the creek habitat, and build a new park and trails. Learn more about the project on our website, www.san-marcos.net/creek.

ership with fresh, new, sometimes controversial, cover stories. We had an almost perverse delight in sharing with our readers something new and different ever week.

Letters to the Editor

Kudos to Escondido Mayor Dane White in critiquing SANDAG in his column in The Paper (June 1st issue, pg. 6). The SANDAG Board of Directors have, once again, adopted a new fiscal year budget that favors road/highway improvements in south San Diego while ignoring and abandoning our own critical North San Diego County needs. Proper street and freeway conditions in our North County region is not only necessary in reducing traffic congestion but also in keeping families safer. Family lives are exposed to higher accidents during heavier traffic congestions caused by outdated road conditions along with impatient “driving short tempers.” It is criminal that SANDAG continues to ignore our fair share of family tax dollars in addressing improvements on our North

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Man About Town

It was a bit over 24 years ago that we bought what is known today as “The Paper.”

The San Marcos News Reporter was a small weekly, less than 4,000 copies weekly. It was a staid, conservative paper, all black and white. Boring.

I decided to change all that.

One of our first cover stories

A beautiful place called “The Terra Cotta Inn,” hosted us. It was at one time, before becoming a nudist resort, a trysting spot for JFK and Marilyn Monroe. Beautiful grounds, lovely pool, misters for the hot weather, surrounded the pool, a continental breakfast was served in the morning and in the afternoon, Tom, the owner made the rounds, complete with formal black tie (and nothing else) with strawberry shortcake and champagne.

Well! The readers of The Paper awoke to see its editor and publisher in the swimming pool, in the full uniform of the day, with a strategically placed surfboard . . . and a vivid display and description of the lovely nudist resort and its guests.

From that point on we took great pleasure in surprising our read-

Apparently our readers liked what they found in their new weekly newspaper as we have grown to well over 40,000 readers every week, we get very positive feedback from our readers and our advertisers.

It’s been a fun 24 + years. But we have grown old. And, when you grow old you notice that you begin to lose your contemporaries.

A few weeks ago I lost Arie De Jong, brilliant and very successful North County businessman . . . and very close friend.

This past week we almost lost Dick Huls, my coffee buddy for years, a fellow Kiwanian, and retired pastor.

Dick’s home caught fire and he was badly burned . . . he will survive, but only after a long and painful recovery from his burns. An even greater pain is an emotional one. He lost his wife, Marcia, in the fire.

I knew Marcia and the Huls fam-

Pastor Huls

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mote hidden areas to enjoy, families often bring their small children to enjoy a happy, carefree day for the entire family.

Restrooms are available on the premises.

There are rules within the Gardens, but, they are rules most people are only too happy to observe. Rules include the following: No smoking, no bathing suits, no food, no beverages, no pets, no talking on your cell phone.

On such occasions, I often take my own ice chest or cooler with snacks, sandwiches, beverages, etc. and leave it in the car for afterwards, or whenever we wish to take a break.

The Meditation Gardens at Encinitas are located at 215 West K Street, Encinitas, California 92024. Telephone (760) 7531811. Call first before planning your visit.

(3) TANDEM PARAGLIDING FLIGHTS – SOAR WITH THE BIRDS! Although many residents are aware and/or heard of this gliderport – very, very few are aware that the public can (actually partake of this activity) –and soar like a bird – with a professional who accompanies you!

taking enough, however, for a designated fee, you can (actually) fly on a tandem paraglider with a licensed instructor off the scenic Torrey Pines beach cliffs, above the Pacific Ocean and along the incredible coastline!

TORREY PINES GLIDERPORT’S MOST AMAZING HISTORY! The fascinating and colourful hidden history behind the Torrey Pines Gliderport is most impressive indeed, but sadly there are many who are completely unaware of it.

It is officially listed as a “National Historical Site” by both the California Landmark Academy as well as the “National Register of Historical Places in the United States.”

The Torrey Pines Gliderport is considered by glider enthusiasts to be the “Kitty Hawk of the West.” Aside from being the locale for paragliding, many famous aviators have earned their wings on the strong ocean breezes off the Torrey Pines cliffs.

PIONEER AVIATOR CHARLES LINDBERG. These ocean breezes and air currents have long been the “place of choice” for aviation immortals such as Charles A. Lindbergh, who flew along our world-famous coastline in a Bowlus Sailplane on 24 February 1930.

The site has been the location of several national and international soaring records since 1946.

LOCATION, PARKING, ONSITE SNACK BAR. The Torrey Pines Gliderport is located on the cliffs above Black’s Beach and has majestic views of the Pacific Ocean.

Sandwiches, snacks, and drinks can be purchased from the “Cliff Hanger Café” or brought from home.

PARKING IS FREE AND SO IS THE VIEW! The price is right –it’s FREE to park! Parking spaces are ample, but can fill up during peak times in good weather.

Log onto their website at www. flytorrey.com and witness photos and actual videos to actually see what you have been missing!

ADDRESS/CONTACT INFORMATION: 2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr., La Jolla, CA 92037. Tele. (858) 452-9858. Gliderport closes at 5 p.m. Please call first for details and weather conditions, etc. before planning your visit.

4) CORONADO’S HIDDEN CASINO GAMBLING SHIP, JUST BENEATH THE WAVES! This gives new meaning to the old phrase “Stranger than fiction.”

just beneath the surface of the water in Coronado!

However, when there is a low tide, the hull of the mysterious vessel comes into plain view and many visitors (who are “in-the-know”), visit this incredible sight and piece of American history – along with many intrigued tourists who have done their homework.

Many photos show both tourists and ‘locals’ gathering around and observing this regional phenomenon with great excitement—especially with kids in tow!

Although it is known to many, this sunken ship of yesteryear still, to this day, remains largely unknown to most people -- citizens as well as tourists – and most certainly this will prove a most exciting revelation to our huge readership.

Even longtime residents of Coronado have been shocked at the sunken ship’s very existence.

Coronado resident, Jill Raschke, told ABC-13 television news: “It’s pretty amazing! I’ve lived here all my life and I’ve been to this beach many times and I had no idea it was here!”

SPECTATOR OR PARTICIPANT – THE CHOICE IS YOURS! Watching these most colourfully-designed paragliders taking off and landing is breath-

During World War II, the gliderport and its surroundings were transformed into U. S. Army Camp Callan, an anti-aircraft artillery training facility.

And yet, what you are about to read is, shockingly, true! Right here, in San Diego County!

The 300-foot S.S. Monte Carlo which ran ashore 86 years ago, back in 1937, still lies hidden,

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Letters from page 4

“Investigation reveals SANDAG staff tried to hide documents”

(8/4/17). If all of the above doesn’t raise suspicions, then North San Diego residents will continue to have the fair share of their taxpayer dollars ignored and our roads/freeways/traffic congestion will all continue to suffer. Many of us at the workplace/offices/college campuses, etc. have all networked via the internet and cheered Escondido Mayor Dane White for voting “No” on SANDAG’s latest fiscal year budget which continues to ignore our North County needs while improving roads/freeways in South San Diego County. Also, much gratitude from all of us out here in not only thanking Mayor Dane White, but also we express much appreciation to San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones, 5th District Supervisor Jim Desmond, and 75th District Assemblywoman Marie Waldron for taking the time to address and keep us informed with their columns in The Paper. Voters are not stupid, nor do we have “short memories” when it comes to election times. We vote and keep

in office those who best represent our interests and who care enough about us to publish their agendas in The Paper. We’re a powerful grassroots public, trust me, and we campaign and promote candidates amongst ourselves via the internet, friends, volunteer work, and door-to-door. And our demographics are from high school and college campuses to seniors.

We proudly support The Paper and Mr. Lyle E. Davis, publisher/ editor/owner for allowing Escondido Mayor Dane White, San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones, 5th District Supervisor Jim Desmond, and 75th District Assemblywoman Marie Waldron to “talk to us” in The Paper Kent Warren & friends North San Diego County

We love your letters!

THE SUNKEN SHIP WAS A FLOATING CASINO & ‘HOUSE OF PROSTITUTION.’ The mysterious presence of the sunken vessel has an equally mysterious and fascinating history. County region’s roadways and freeways. SANDAG has a long history of wrongdoing: 1. The Coast News reports “Latest SANDAG audit highlights issues with agency contracts (5/17/23). 2. KPBS TV reports “San Diego County’s $1-billion agency (SANDAG) is under fire again!” through scathing audits (5/12/73). 3. INEWSOURCE reports “New SANDAG audit prompts further investigation (5/8/23). 4. The Transparency Foundation reports “Investigation reveals millions in taxpayer funds inappropriately diverted” (12/6/22). 5. CBS-8 News reports “SANDAG improperly used credit cards to spend taxpayer money” (5/11/22). 6. KUSI News reports “San Diego voters overwhelmingly oppose SANDAG” (5/21/19). 7. La Prensa San Diego News reports

To submit a letter to the editor, please email thepaper@cox.net. Please limit your letter to a maximum of 300 words and include your full name, email address, town, and a valid phone number where you can be reached. Letters will be published anonymously. Letters are subject to editing. Please no hand written letters.

District Supervisor Jim Desmond

Help for Rural California Housing First

The 75th Assembly District, which I am honored to represent in Sacramento, covers the largely rural eastern two-thirds of San Diego County, and is home to much of our agricultural areas and tribal governments. Unfortunately, much of that area lies within a Very High Fire Risk Severity zone and needs reliable, sustainable water infrastructure. Given our region’s vulnerability to recurring droughts, diminishing groundwater resources and wildfires, I am very pleased to support AB 1567 (Assemblyman Eduardo Garcia, D-Coachella, and others). Once approved by voters, projects including wildfire prevention, drought preparation, sustainable ground water, dam safety and tribal water infrastructure projects will move forward. Last week I joined Assemblyman Garcia, Rincon Tribal Chairman Bo Mazzetti and others at a press conference to speak in favor of AB 1567. This bipartisan legislation passed on the Assembly floor without opposition, and has now been forwarded to the Senate for final approval.

Funding in the bill also includes resources for agriculture, as well as fire mitigation and prevention, both much needed here in rural San Diego County.

Of special significance for our

region, San Diego County’s 18 sovereign Indian reservations will also benefit from AB 1567. $200 million will be made available for tribes throughout the state supporting their plans to build critical water infrastructure. For example, local tribes including Pala, Pauma, Rincon, San Pasqual, and La Jolla are seeking upgrades to their water distribution and sewer systems, along with new water wells and storage tanks. AB 1567 will lead to badly needed water infrastructure upgrades throughout California, allowing tribal nations to modernize their water systems and bring them up to 21st century standards.

AB 1567 is supported by groups as diverse as the City and County of Riverside, Nevada County, San Bernardino County, the California Builders Alliance and The Nature Conservancy. Once the bill receives final legislative approval in the Senate, it will be submitted to California’s voters who will make the final decision about this important initiative.

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.

A Word from San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones

Revamping housing in San Marcos

our community members.

The newly reconstructed Villa Serena housing unit reflects stage one of two in the building process. During stage one, Villa Serena will offer one-, two- and three- bedroom apartment style housing for those bringing home less than 60% of the region’s median income.

Housing First prioritizes immediate, “low barrier” access to housing for those living on the streets. While this may sound like an admirable mission, the requirements for living in housing is… nothing! There aren’t any requirements, conditions, or milestones such as sobriety or compliance with treatment, or self-improvement. All state-funded homeless programs must align with the core principles of Housing First, which include providing housing to tenants irrespective of their substance use. If the County or a nonprofit wants to add requirements that residents must be in treatment, or cannot use drugs or alcohol, then they are not eligible for State funding.

Housing First works for some. People who suddenly lose their income sources, a mom fleeing domestic violence, and other circumstances occur in people’s lives where they need a place to stay to get back on their feet. The problem is housing first does not work for many people chronically on the street, but the State mandates it’s the only approach allowed.

Free housing with no accountability or requirement for treatment of core issues and behavior perpetuates homelessness for many people addicted to drugs or alcohol and with severe mental health issues. These people need rules, support, and accountability to incorporate back into society.

If this approach truly worked, we would be witnessing declining

homelessness rates.

However, the reality is that homelessness continues to rise, despite the State of California already squandering over $10 billion on “homeless solutions” in just the past three years. Housing First is a failed formula, burdening our communities with disastrous results.

Between 2005 and 2016, chronic homelessness in California decreased by 51%.

However, this positive trend took a sharp reversal after the implementation of Housing First in 2016. Between 2016 and 2022, chronic homelessness increased by a staggering 93%, reaching levels not seen since 2005. Today, nearly one in three homeless individuals in the country resides in California. The rest of the nation has seen a decrease in homelessness, with the homeless count dropping from 622,000 in 2012 to 582,000 in 2022.

Enabling addicts to continue using is not compassionate. We wouldn’t allow our friends or family members to spiral into addiction without intervening, so why should we allow members of our community to do so?

The focus should be on providing a hand-up, not a perpetual handout. We must address the root causes of homelessness, tackling issues such as mental health and addiction.

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Problem Solved by Christopher Elliott His

Mark Sund orders commemorative coins and uses PayPal to pay for them. But the seller never delivers them. Can he get his money back?

don’t have a deck. The only accessible delivery location is the front door.

In mid-April, the City of San Marcos, along with National CORE, the County of San Diego and other partners, came together to acknowledge the reconstruction grand reopening of the Villa Serena affordable housing unit. I am truly honored to have been given the opportunity to be a part of this amazing project and supportthe city in offering improved living conditions for

The city is currently confronting the affordable housing crisis through their efforts of revitalizing the housing unit and I am hoping we can pursue more work like this for other communities to offer exceptional quality of life in San Marcos.

To read the full article from National CORE, visit their website. To view information on San Marcos housing, visit the Housing Programs website.

Q: I recently ordered 10 Silver Eagle coins for $232 and used PayPal to pay for them. I never received them. I contacted the seller multiple times with no result.

Once I disputed the transaction through PayPal, the seller responded to them with tracking information. According to the seller, he shipped with UPS, which states on the tracking information that the package was left on my deck. I

I feel this is a fraudulent transaction. The seller gave a fake UPS tracking form to PayPal. I would hope that PayPal would investigate further. The seller never responded to my requests for tracking information or order status.

PayPal’s website is difficult to navigate once they have closed a dispute. You can’t talk to a person.

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By Tom Morrow

If there is one single subject sure to attract more interest among the reading public it’s news from Hollywood, and right up there in personality news is the “nepotism” that runs rampant in Tinsel Town.

In addition to the previously mentioned Shirley MacLaine and brother Warren Beatty, here are a few (but certainly not all) “Nepo” examples.

Many of the stars and would-be stars got their nose under the tent more because of who they are/were rather than acting ability … but not always.

Old-time Western movie fans will recognize popular feature actors Kermit and Ken Maynard, but sometimes it was hard to tell them apart. Many in Hollywood thought the Maynard boys were twins.

They were Indiana born and became equally famous for acting in

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dozens of movies, some appearing as the lead actors, most in feature (co-starring or “also ran”) roles. Both won their spurs in early silent and later in the Westerns “soundies” during the 1930s and 40s. Both brothers started out as stunt men then worked their way in front of the camera.

Ken appeared in dozens of films; Kermit, sometimes billed as “Tex” Maynard, was the more successful with 280 movies. In 1932, Ken left the Hollywood scene to make personal appearances in state fairs and rodeos. He died in 1973. Ken became one of the biggest and more popular brother but ended up broke and an alcoholic. In his old age he had an unknown benefactor, whom many believed was Gene Autry.

Kermit was active in films right up into the 60s, when he appeared in big-budget films such as “Pocketful of Miracles,” starring Betty Davis,

Travel

American Airlines changes Allison Bilski’s flight time from 11:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., which is impossible for her to make. Can she get a refund -- or at least a credit?

Q: We are taking a cruise next month from Miami. I booked an 11:30 a.m. return flight from Miami to Chicago on American Airlines.

A few months before our cruise, American Airlines canceled our 11:30 a.m. flight and moved us to a 9 a.m. flight. We will still be on the ship at 9 a.m.

I called the airline and asked for a flight later in the afternoon. An agent advised me that all flights were full and they could not move my party to any other flights, even out of Fort Lauderdale.

I waited a few weeks and called again, hoping availability

“Cimarron,” starring Glenn Ford and “Birdman of Alcatraz,” starring Bert Lancaster. Dozens of Kermit’s Western films ended up on television. He died in 1971.

Other noteworthy “Nepos” were John Wayne’s sons Michael and Patrick; John Carradine and his three sons, David, Keith and Robert; and British actor/brothers George Sanders and Tom Conway.

Families of actors have been known to become very famous as well as good performers. Among them are the sister and brother act of Anjelica Huston and Danny Huston, children of famed Oscar-winning director/ actor John Huston. But wait, don’t forget the family patriarch, Walter Huston, father and grandfather. John directed dad Walter to an Oscar for his brilliant performance in the classic “Treasure of the Sierra Madre.” And, while we’re on the subject of “Treasure,” Tim Holt must

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would open up, but it did not. An agent told me to cancel my tickets and that I would get a refund. So I did.

I have had an email conversation spanning weeks with American Airlines. They only process refunds via email and no phone option. They keep denying my refund. So I asked for an extension on my ticket credit. American Airlines denied that, too. Can you help?

~ Allison Bilski, Munster, Ind.

A: American Airlines shouldn’t have canceled your flight, but I understand why it did. The airline, like many others, had scheduled more flights than it could reasonably operate, so it was downsizing its flight plans, which is the responsible thing to do.

What’s not responsible is telling you to take it or leave it. After all,

American Airlines created this problem by moving your flight. It should show some flexibility -something the agent who promised you a refund understood.

Too bad you didn’t get that promise in writing. If you had, then this case would be easy to resolve. You just show the airline the email, and it issues the refund. Case closed.

American Airlines saw it differently. It has a four-hour rule, when it comes to ticket changes. Its policy says that if it cancels or changes your flight, but can reschedule you to arrive within four hours of your original arrival, it would not be required to refund your ticket. You were well within that window.

But your circumstances were special because you were coming off a cruise. Someone at the airline should have seen that and either offered you a later flight or extended

be listed. He and his sister, actress Jennifer Holt; were the children of noted feature actor Jack Holt. Tim was more successful with a string of “B” Westerns, but had two great starring roles in classic films. In addition to “Treasure,” he was highly acclaimed for his starring role in Orson Wells’ “The Magnificent Ambersons.”

Here are more brother acts: Dana Andrews and Steve Forrest; Randy and Dennis Quaid; and the classic performing brothers of Barry Fitzgerald and Arthur Shields. To jog memories, the two brothers both had featured roles emphasizing their native Irish brogue in John Ford’s “The Quiet Man,” starring John Wayne. Barry played the village marriage broker, and brother Arthur was the Protestant minister. Their roles are memorable as well as classic performances.

your ticket credit. If you ever get stuck in a situation like this again (and I hope you don’t), try reaching out to one of the American Airlines executives whose names I publish on my consumer advocacy site, Elliott.org. They may be able to review the problem and figure out a solution.

You ended up booking a flight home on a different airline. I contacted American Airlines on your behalf. It offered to convert the $1,462 you spent on your flight into credits you can use any time next year. You are happy with that resolution.

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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A dress code for flying? Here’s Why We Need One Now

It’s time for a dress code for airline passengers. Seriously.

Not the minimum standards that airlines bury deep within their ticket contracts, which say you can’t board with bare feet or “patently offensive” clothing. An effective dress code -- or at least a dress recommendation -- would set standards for appropriate in-flight attire.

And surprisingly, many passengers would welcome it.

“I believe that the airlines should implement a basic dress code,” says Jane Angelich, a frequent air traveler and executive coach from Palm Beach, Fla. “Air travelers would contribute to an overall pleasant and positive travel experience for themselves, the crew and their fellow passengers.”

Here’s the immediate appeal of a dress code: There’s been a sharp decline of manners on board. The number of unruly passenger incidents shot up by 47% in 2022, according to a new report by the International Air Transport Association. The organization reported one unruly incident for every 568 flights last year, up from one per 835 flights in 2021.

Passengers and some psychologists believe that if people dress up before their flight, they might be more respectful -- and less likely to lash out.

“When people dress better, they tend to behave better,” says Thomas Plante, a psychology professor at Santa Clara University. “A dress code might help.”

It’s easier said than done. That’s because it’s surprisingly difficult to agree on what is -- and isn’t -- appropriate. But it’s an easier decision for an individual, because dressing up even a little for your flight can benefit you in several ways. So even if your airline doesn’t adopt a dress code, maybe you should consider it.

What are the airline dress codes?

Airlines expressly forbid certain types of clothes -- or lack of clothes -- in their ticket contract.

American Airlines has a section in its conditions of carriage that require passengers to “behave appropriately and respectfully” and “dress appropriately,” by which it means no bare feet or offensive clothing.

Delta Air Lines’ contract of carriage says it won’t transport passengers whose “conduct, attire, hygiene or odor” creates an unreasonable risk of offense or annoy-

ance to other passengers. Also, no bare feet.

Southwest Airlines’ passenger contract doesn’t allow anyone on the plane who wears clothes that are “lewd, obscene, or patently offensive.” Bare feet are also not allowed unless you’re under five years old or have a disability.

United Airlines. No surprises in its contract of carriage: Passengers can be removed if they are “barefoot, not properly clothed, or whose clothing is lewd, obscene or offensive.”

You get the idea. But these rules just deter the thoughtless passengers who try to board a flight in a Speedo or T-shirts with offensive slogans. And even then, it doesn’t catch them all.

What are the benefits of an airline dress code?

There are at least two reasons to adopt a more formal dress code. First, people who dress up don’t act up. At least that’s the assessment of Ken Schulte, an airline pilot.

“Well-dressed people never cause drama on a flight,” says Schulte, who runs an aviation merchandise site. “You might not think pilots would notice all this but every incident of bad behavior leads to a report to the flight deck. The troublemakers are the ones who look like they just rolled out of bed.”

Although there’s no proven link between dressing up and socially acceptable behavior on a plane, there is some compelling research linking behavior and attire.

Second, and maybe more important to you, is that well-dressed passengers get treated better.

Sharon-Frances Moore, a business etiquette expert, has seen it countless times. The better-dressed, polite passengers get more upgrades,

freebies, latitude and respect from the cabin crew.

“Wearing a jacket and tie will get you a different result than flying in your pajamas,” she says.

What kind of dress code do we need when we fly?

Maybe we need to do more than ban inappropriate clothing. Maybe we need to define appropriate.

Many passengers remember a day before airline deregulation when passengers voluntarily dressed up to fly. They wore their Sunday best -- coats and ties for the men, dresses for the women.

“When I started flying, I always wore a suit,” remembers David Kazarian, a retired pharmacist from Tampa. “I still do.”

Most air travelers would settle for a business-casual dress code.

“In my perfect world, passengers would wear lovely, lightweight, loose-fitting, long-sleeved and long pants outfits,” says Jodi RR Smith, an etiquette consultant from Marblehead, Mass. “And there would not be any inappropriately exposed body parts or offensive slogans on T-shirts and caps.”

Etiquette expert Lisa Mirza Grotts says the unwritten dress code for passengers in business class might be worth following.

“Men typically wear suits in business class, since they will most likely be traveling with only a carry-on. Women in business class usually wear a suit or overcoat,” she says.

Could we ever agree on a dress code?

Coming up with a dress code for airline passengers would be difficult, but not impossible.

Many other businesses impose dress requirements on their cus-

tomers. Some fine dining restaurants require jackets and collared shirts for men and dressy attire for women. Many casinos and nightclubs do, too. Country clubs have some of the strictest dress codes. And in the travel industry, some luxury hotels require elegant resort wear in public areas.

What, exactly, would an airline dress recommendation look like? That is for the airlines to decide. But maybe we could start with something basic, like a light version of business casual. Long pants, collared shirts, dresses. Please, no bare feet or Tshirts with offensive logos. Dress modestly and respectfully. Remember, you’re in a public place.

“I think a basic dress code could bring value to the air travel experience,” says Neil Chase, a frequent air traveler and filmmaker in Denver. “It isn’t about stifling individuality, but fostering respect and comfort for all.”

What airlines should say about appropriate attire

Today, except for the narrow dress codes outlined in their contracts, airlines don’t tell passengers what to wear. They do, however, offer some guidance for employees who are traveling off-duty.

For example, Southwest Airlines advises passengers using a nonrevenue guest pass to “dress to impress.” It adds, “While Southwest’s dress code is relaxed and casual, you will be expected to present a clean, well-groomed, and tasteful appearance.”

It might be asking too much for us to go back to the days when everyone dressed up to fly, but people like Grotts and airlines like Southwest make a valid point.

What if we could eliminate many unruly passenger incidents by simply suggesting that passengers spiff up a little before they leave for the airport?

The Federal Aviation Administration’s punitive “zero tolerance” policy toward unruly passengers isn’t bringing the number of inflight incidents back to their prepandemic levels. But maybe a dress code will.

Christopher Elliott is an author, consumer advocate, and journalist. He founded Elliott Advocacy, a nonprofit organization that helps solve consumer problems. He publishes Elliott Confidential, a travel newsletter, and the Elliott Report, a news site about customer service. If you need help with a consumer problem, you can email him at chris@elliott.org.

Illustration by Christopher Elliott

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Blood Drive Hosted by Valley Center Chamber

June 28 • 11am to 4pm

Armstrong Feed

28520 S. Cole Grade Road Valley Center

The Chamber is happy to host another blood drive as we head into summer. Click on the link below to sign up today. The Blood Mobile will be parking at Armstrong Feed & Supply. Chamber member Swag Bags will be given to all who stop by and say Hi.

All donors will receive a Padres Summer Blood Drive t-shirt.

While supplies last and sizes subject to availability.

To schedule an appointment call 619-400-8251 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org/donate.

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Beginning Genealogy Workshop

June 29 • 6:30 –7:30 p.m.

Escondido Library

Pioneer Room

Discover tips and tricks to learn more about your family history with free Library tools like Ancestry.com and FamilySearch. Beth

McIntyre, Pioneer Room volunteer and genealogy researcher of more than 30 years will get you started with a free four-generation chart and other helpful materials.

Want to get ahead? Write down any information you find from items in your home, like family Bibles, birth certificates, and photo albums. Registration is required to use a computer for this event. register at https://library.escondido. org/register.aspx

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A Walking Tour of Escondido

Thursday, June 29, 2023

11:00 am–12:30 pm

Escondido Library

Pioneer Room Room

A leisurely paced walking tour of the heart of Escondido’s Commercial District. Learn about the history of the buildings and storefronts and the stories of the shopkeepers who once worked at this historic intersection.

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Escondido Chamber

Installation and Awards Dinner

June 30 • 5pm to 9pm

California Center of the Arts 340 N. Escondido Blvd. • Escondido

Join the Greater Escondido Chamber of Commerce in honoring

business excellence in Escondido at our 112th Annual Installation & Awards Dinner. We will be celebrating our new Board of Directors & Ambassadors. Let’s have a roaring good time with food, drinks, and festive entertainment! The dress code for the evening is flapper dresses and jazz suits, and the theme this year is...a drum roll, please...The Greater Gatsby Gala! For more information visit greaterescondido.org

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Carlsbad’s TGIF Concerts in the Parks

Carlsbad’s TGIF Concerts in the Parks series, one of the city’s most popular summer activities, is back in person this summer and celebrating its 36th anniversary with an exciting lineup of performances that will have crowds dancing the night away.

Stagecoach Community Park

July 7: Band Overboard (Yacht Rock)

The smooth grooves, four-part harmony vocals, killer guitar solos, and overall lush, full sound will take you back to the late 70s/early 80s.

July 14: B.I.G. (R&B, Soul & Funk)

B.I.G. (Brothers Igniting A Groove) performs a mix of R&B, smooth

jazz and old school funk, including covers and original music.

Poinsettia Community Park

July 21: Young Guns (Country)

This band plays all of the best country songs from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s through today.

Calavera Hills Community Park

July 28: Jungle Fire (Afro/Latin/ Funk)

An Afro/Latin Funk band creating a melting pot of Afro-Caribbean and West African rhythms with a heavy break beat funk.

Alga Norte Community Park

August 4: Betamaxx (1980s)

A high-energy, nostalgia-filled rock concert that keeps the dance floor packed from beginning to end with an 80s music experience.

August 11: The FABBA Show (A Tribute to ABBA)

An homage to pop sensation ABBA that will take you on a glittery, sparkling, and truly magical journey back to the disco and the 70s.

We’ve received some questions about why there will only be six concerts this year. As we were planning for this summer’s concerts, it became clear that our bud-

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When You Marry The Right Woman, You Are “COMPLETE”.

And When You Marry The Wrong One, You Are “FINISHED”!

And When The Right One Catches You With The Wrong One, You Are ...”COMPLETELY FINISHED”! ***

Jokes That Can Be Told In Church

Attending a wedding for the first time, a little girl whispered to her mother, “Why is the bride dressed in white?”

The mother replied, “Because white is the color of happiness, and today is the happiest day of her life.”

The child thought about this for a moment then said, “So why is the groom wearing black?”

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A little girl, dressed in her Sunday best, was running as fast as she could, trying not to be late for Bible class. As she ran she prayed, “Dear Lord, please don’t let me be late! Dear Lord, please don’t let me be late!” While she was running and praying, she tripped on a curb and fell, getting her clothes dirty and tearing her dress. She got up, brushed herself off, and started running

again! As she ran she once again began to pray, “Dear Lord, please don’t let me be late..But please don’t shove me either!”

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An elderly woman died last month. Having never married, she requested no male pallbearers. In her handwritten instructions for her memorial service, she wrote, “They wouldn’t take me out while I was alive, I don’t want them to take me out when I’m dead.”

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Three boys are in the school yard bragging about their fathers. The first boy says, “My Dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, he calls it a poem, they give him $50.”

The second boy says, “That’s nothing. My Dad scribbles a few words on piece of paper, he calls it a song, they give him $100.”

The third boy says, “I got you both beat. My Dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, he calls it a sermon, and it takes eight people to collect all the money!”

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A Sunday School teacher asked her class why Joseph and Mary took Jesus with them to Jerusalem A small child replied, “They couldn’t get a baby-sitter.”

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A Sunday school teacher was

Pet Parade Honey Tongue

Honey Tongue is pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. He’s a 1-year-old, 7-pound, male, Domestic Short Hair cat with a Brown Tabby coat. (Honey Tongue is slang for someone who is a sweet-talker.)

His owner surrendered him to a shelter. Honey Tongue was transferred to Rancho Coastal Humane Society through FOCAS – Friends of County Animal Shelters.

Honey Tongue is missing one leg, but still has 16 toes. He likes sitting on laps and he enjoys when you read to him.

The $100 adoption fee for Honey Tongue includes medical exam, neuter, up to date vaccinations, and registered microchip.

For more information or to sponsor a pet visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society at 389 Requeza Street in Encinitas, call 760-753-6413, or log on to www.SDpets.org.

Open 11 to 4, Friday through Monday, and by appointment Wednesday and Thursday.

discussing the Ten Commandments with her five and six year olds. After explaining the commandment to “Honor thy father and thy mother,” she asked, “Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?”

Without missing a beat, one little boy answered, “Thou shall not kill.”

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At Sunday School they were teaching how God created everything, including human beings. Little Johnny seemed especially intent when they told him how Adam’s wife, Eve, was created out of one of Adam’s ribs.

Later in the week his mother noticed him lying down as though he were ill, and she said, “Johnny, what is the matter?” Little Johnny responded, “I have a pain in my side. I think I’m going to have a wife.”

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Two boys were walking home from Sunday school after hearing a strong preaching on the devil. One said to the other, “What do you think about all this Satan stuff?” The other boy replied, “Well, you know how Santa Claus turned out. It’s probably just your Dad.”

A police recruit was asked during the exam, “What would you do if you had to arrest your own mother?” He answered, “Call for backup.”

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get would not cover nine concerts. The cost for hosting the concerts has doubled since 2019, before COVID, and inflation has added to that cost. Reducing the number of concerts this summer was the least disruptive way to address this shortfall this year.

Staff are evaluating options for the 2024 TGIF season and will present those to City Council before any decisions are made about next year’s concerts.

Summer Movies In The Park

Summer Movies in the Park is the largest free and family-friendly outdoor movie series in San Diego County, with dozens of hosting sites and over a hundred screenings. It launched in 2007 as a ‘take back our parks’ initiative – in sync with the County’s Live Well vision to sustain safe, healthy and thriving communities.

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Pet of the Week

This handsome kitty may not be the legendary god of thunder, but he’s sure to strike your heart with lots of love! Thor is an incredibly sweet and affectionate kitty who is simply looking for a lap to nap in. Once he gets to know you and his new space, he likes to spend his days exploring, playing, getting lots of pets and lounging in sunny spots. Thor lived with a cat in his previous home and would do well being adopted with a friend or joining a home with another feline companion. Thor is available for adoption at San Diego Humane Society’s Escondido Campus at 3500 Burnet Dr. June 16-18, adoption fees will be waived for a second cat, kitten or rabbit when you adopt two together! 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=860385

The Computer Factory

845 W. San Marcos Blvd. 760-744-4315

thecomputerfactory.net

In writing this three part series we had to do considerable research into an area where we have little expertise, the slimy kingdom of cybercrime. We build upgrade and repair PCs. We are experts in computer hardware and Windows operating systems. Cybercrime prevention methods and technologies are highly esoteric sciences known and understood solely by the cybercrime experts. The money lost to cyber-criminals by government, business and individuals in 2022 was estimated to be 8 trillion dollars. The most common cyber-crime problems affecting our customers result from Internet and phone “phishing” attacks. The FBI definition of “phishing” is “the use of unsolicited email, text messages, and telephone calls purportedly from a legitimate company requesting personal, financial, and/ or login credentials.”

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For various reasons, fewer than 25% of “phishing” scam losses are reported to authorities. Of those reported, the average loss in 2022 was $600 for ages 20-59 and $1000 for those 60 and older. In 2022 Americans lost an estimated 40 billion dollars to “phishing” scams. Billions more were spent by Americans of all ages to reformat and reinstall operating systems after “phishing” attacks corrupted the Windows OS. There is no “one size fits all” answer to prevent “phishing” losses. Business’ with multiple users and PCs on a LAN (local Area Network) may spend thousands on applications that restrict access, require multi-factor authentication, secure Internet connection and other defensive measures aimed at preventing cyber-crime. These measures are typically overkill for home and small business users.

“Phishing” attacks are specifically designed to appeal or exploit a particular human vulnerability. Some are designed to engage humanity’s baser instincts like fear, pride, ego, vanity, hate, prejudice, jealousy, greed etc. Others appeal to our better qualities like compassion, generosity, love, trust and faith. The cybercrook seeks to trick you into taking some action that benefits them. It might be as simple as “if you love Jesus click amen.” When you do, the crooks take over your PC. It could be a phone message regarding your ‘unjustly’ arrested grandson asking for bail money. It might be Microsoft alerting you that you have been hacked and need to let them fix it or a message from the Irish sweepstakes telling you how to collect your million dollar prize. Your electric utility

emails you to demand that you pay an overdue bill by gift card within 24 hrs or suffer a power shut-off and rehook-up charge. A sheriff’s deputy calls to tell you that a bench warrant for your arrest will be issued if you don’t pay a fine by credit card immediately.

Perhaps you have been selected to get a customer appreciation gift from Wal-Mart and just need to claim it. Visa emails you to verify your bank account routing number. These are a few of the millions of “phishing” exploits that will steal your money, passwords, bank and credit card numbers or simply turn your PC into an information gathering robot on a criminal network. There are thousands of ways to exploit you, steal your money or use your PC to steal other people’s money.

The best defense against cybercrime is an informed user. The cover story in June’s Readers Digest, “Stay Safe from Scams” is an excellent way to begin your education. Continuing with a session of Internet research on “cybercrime” and “phishing” will have you well on your way to becoming an informed user. You’ll quickly learn not to open unsolicited invitations and how to identify an Internet or telephone “spoof”. There are many ways to protect your assets, information and privacy. Each user needs to determine what combination works best for their particular situation, risks and usage patterns. If you believe you’ve been “hacked”, bring your PC in for a check-up. Even if your Windows OS has been compromised, saving your files and upgrading to or installing new Windows 10/11 typically costs less than $200.

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John Van Zante’s Critter Corner

Pack up Your Pooch And Take it Along to Work

Start Here

• Check with people who work near you to make sure they’re okay with it.

• Make sure that you will be able to take care of your dog during the day. Don’t make others responsible for your dog.

• Items to take along include:

A bed or blanket

It’s fun having a job that lets you take your dog along to work. Many people agree that having their pets by their sides was one of the benefits of working from home during the COVID pandemic.

Friday, June 23rd is Take Your Dog to Work Day. Whether you’re happy with one day per year or you’re trying to convince the boss to let you take your dog to work every day, you need a plan. One local television station allows the staff to bring their dogs to work every Friday.

Water bowl

Snacks / treats

Leash and Collar with your contact information

Poo Bags

A copy of your dog’s vaccination records Dog toys

• When you and your dog get to work:

Take your dog to where it will work then let it sniff and investigate.

Set up for the day with the bed, bowl, water, and toys. Introduce your “best friend” to your work friends. Take potty breaks and clean up after your dog does its “business” at your business. This is still a workday. Work like a dog. No goofing off.

Studies indicate that businesses where staff members are allowed to bring their well-behaved pets have higher productivity and performance.

Dogs in the office won’t magically make everything perfect. But disagreements in animal friendly businesses usually remain more civilized. Why? Nobody wants to upset the dogs. Even if it’s not YOUR dog, a dog in the office has a way of calming us. Dogs force us to be nicer.

If you can make this one day successful, the next step could be to ask if you can do it again next year, or next week, or every day.

Start by being the kind of person your dog thinks you are.

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The S.S. Monte Carlo was a product of the Prohibition Era and, true to its name, was a floating gambling resort, among other things.

The ship offered both gambling and prostitution when both activities were considered highly illegal, especially during America’s ultra-conservative, abstinence zeitgeist.

HOLLYWOOD’S BIGGEST STARS PATRONISED THE S.S. MONTE CARLO. During Hollywood’s Golden era, many of Tinsel Town’s most illustrious and notable movie stars from Clark Gable to the sultry Mae West patronised the S.S. Monte Carlo.

This was no big surprise since many of the greatest icons of the silver screen were frequent visitors at the nearby world-famed Hotel Del Coronado.

Included in that celebrity list of stars who patronised the S.S. Monte Carlo as she sat anchored off the Coronado shores was, allegedly, Chico Marx, of the famous Hollywood motion picture comedy team, The Marx Brothers. It was no secret that Chico Marx struggled with a lifelong addiction to gambling and lustful women. In a popular interview, Gummo Marx summed up his brother Chico’s weaknesses as such: “Chico’s favourite people were actors who gambled, producers who gambled, and women who screwed.”

SAN DIEGO CHURCH LEADERS CONDEMNED THE S.S. MONTE CARLO AS A “SIN SHIP!” Anchored in international waters, the ship quickly earned the moniker “Sin Ship” for its casinos, dance halls, and brothels, and cabins for overnight stay.

The “Sin Ship” often occupied entire Sunday sermons from the pulpit of many San Diego County churches that condemned the floating casino/prostitution pleasure ship for its “Sodom and Gomorrah” wicked pursuits.

MOBSTERS OPERATED THE SHIP IN INTERNATIONAL WATERS 3 MILES OFF CORONADO BEACH. According to Leslie Crawford, of the Coronado Historical Association: “The ship was anchored off Long Beach in 1933, but they were still getting a lot of pressure from the police to keep the gambling organizations from going there. So, after a couple of years they came down to San Diego in 1936 when the S.S. Monte Carlo was relocated off Coronado.”

And so it came to be, the S.S. Monte Carlo was towed to San Diego and anchored three miles off the coast of Coronado. A storm broke the ship free from her anchors and set her adrift. By daylight on New Year’s Day, she ran aground to where it partially sits today, on south Coronado beach, just south of Avenida De Las Arenas.

Just look for spectators and visitors who occasionally gather in that area to glimpse history during low tides when the ship becomes visible.

The wreckage was severely damaged by the continuing storm that brought her aground.

The City of Coronado took possession of the ship but found it was too large and would be too expensive to remove.

The presence of notorious gangster Al Capone in Coronado during this time leads many historians to speculate that the S.S. Monte Carlo’s operation was run by mobsters and bootleggers of that era and that Scarface may have been involved or, at minimum, a speculator.

When the S.S. Monte Carlo was off Coronado Shores, the ship promoted and enticed customers by offering free “water taxi” rides to the ship as well as free drinks and, sometimes, free dinners.

Onboard, orchestras played music and customers gambled and perused the brothel.

Originally built in 1921 at Wilmington, North Carolina, it was first a government ship before it was eventually purchased and transformed into the ultimate floating gambling vessel in 1932.

Touted as “The World’s Greatest Pleasure Ship,” the Monte Carlo was, in fact, the largest gambling ship in the fleet (her length from bow to stern was 300 feet). And she offered a wide array of gambling pursuits. The pleasure ship offered enticing games of chance, such as dice tables, blackjack, roulette wheels, poker, and even slot machines.

In addition to all this, it also offered betting on boxing and horse racing as well as Chinese lottery. Dice were rigged or weighted so that the floating resort would have the increased odds (or advantage) in their favour.

During its heyday, the very popular floating casino/brothel entertained an average of 2,500 customers each weekend, and a combined average total of 15,000 for the entire week.

The S.S. Monte Carlo is still a largely unknown secret attraction right here, in San Diego County!

(To Our Readership. Please Google: “CNN News video of Coronado’s S.S. Monte Carlo.” You will witness amazing videos of the S.S. Monte Carlo wreckage during low tide, and the shocked San Diego residents who never even imagined its existence here!)

SUMMATION: There are too many “amazing secret places” and “fascinating undiscovered historical chapters” within San

Diego County to be listed here in just one cover story. Therefore, this is only Part I of a two-part cover story series. The Part II cover story is equally unbelievable, so try not to miss it.

I wish to thank the countless fans of The Paper who ask for these topics to be printed. Please, keep all your cover story ideas coming! These stories are topics which you – the people – are most interested and wish to be enlightened.

Thank you again, for all your suggestions! Keep ‘em coming!

Interesting Facts From 100 Years Ago

Very interesting for all ages. The year is 1923,”One hundred years ago.”

Here are some statistics for Year 1923:

The average life expectancy for men was 47 years.

Fuel for cars was sold in drug stores only.

Only 14 percent of homes had a bathtub

Only 8 percent of homes had a telephone.

18 percent of households had at least one full-time servant or domestic help.

The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.

The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower.

The average US wage in 1923 was 22 cents per hour.

The average US worker made between $200 and $400 per year.

A competent accountant could expect to earn $2,000 per year.

A dentist earned $2,500 per year.

A veterinarian between $1,500 and 4,000 per year.

And, a mechanical engineer about $5,000 per year.

Sugar cost four cents a pound.

Eggs were fourteen cents a dozen. Coffee was fifteen cents a pound. (that is 16 ounces!)

Most women washed their hair once a month ...

And, used Borax or egg yolks for

shampoo.

Crossword puzzles, canned beer, and iced tea hadn’t been invented yet.

There was neither a Mother’s Day nor Father’s Day.

Two out of every 10 adults couldn’t read or write ..

And, only 6 percent of all Americans had graduated from high school.

More than 95 percent of all births took place at home.

Ninety percent of all Doctors had NO COLLEGE EDUCATION!

Instead, they attended so-called medical schools, many of which were condemned in the press AND in the government as “substandard.”

Marijuana, heroin, and morphine were available over the counter at local drug stores. Back then pharmacists said: “Heroin clears the complexion, gives buoyancy to the mind, regulates the stomach, bowels, and is a perfect guardian of health!” (Shocking?)

The Five leading causes of death were:

1 Pneumonia and influenza

2 Tuberculosis

3 Diarrhea

4 Heart disease

5 Stroke

Canada passed law prohibiting poor people from entering into their country for any reason.

The American flag had 45 stars ...

The population of Las Vegas, Nevada was only 30.

There were about 230 reported murders in the ENTIRE U.S.A.

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Shows run May through October, in neighborhoods from the beach to the desert, and everything in between. Each movie event gives residents a reason to visit their local parks after dark, deterring inappropriate loitering and park use, and bringing additional safety and security to residents’ favorite locales.

Events begin as early as 6 p.m., though actual movie start times are 15 minutes after sunset. Before the movie, many locations provide additional entertainment like arts and crafts, games, costume contests, music, dancing and food trucks.

Movies, dates and locations are subject to change. For more information, visit summermoviesinthepark.com.

*** Bates Nut Farm Craft Fairs

Bates Nut Farm hosts a variety of craft fairs throughout the year, all of which prove to be very popular.

Crafters are encouraged to sign up for vendor space now before spaces are all taken. These upcoming events still have spaces available:

Pumpkin Festival

September 30th - October 1st

Filling up fast but there are still a few spaces left. This very popular craft fair runs during the opening of Valley Center’s largest event of the year, the Bates Pumpkin Patch.

Christmas on the Farm

November 4th & 5th

This craft fair is for vendors who want to participate in a holiday craft fair but don’t want to spend their Thanksgiving weekend selling their wares. There will be great food and live music. East County Cruisers Car Show is November 5th so there are a lot of visitors coming to the farm this weekend.

Santa’s Coming

November 24th - 26th

Santa pays a visit during this great

holiday event, and there will be lots of other family-friendly activities as well.

A craft fair application is available online at www.batesnutfarm.biz or stop by a pick one up in the office Monday-Friday from 9-5.

***

Get Ready to Rock at The Moonlight

Moonlight Amphitheatre’s second annual Summer Jam takes place

June 29-July 8 with top-flight tribute bands. Gates open at 6pm, concerts begin at 7pm.

Concert Lineup

June 29: Mick Adams & The Stones

June 30: Adventures in Parrotdise

July 1: Dead Man’s Party

July 2: TUSK: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac (very limited seating available)

July 6: Queen Nation

July 7: Yächtley Crëw

July 8: Who’s Bad

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Problem Solved from page 6

Can you help me get my money back?

~ Mark Sund, Las Vegas

A: The Silver Eagles should have landed on your front door, as promised. I would have been suspicious of a UPS “document” that said the package was delivered to a nonexistent deck, too. And PayPal shouldn’t have arbitrarily closed your case and made it difficult for you to appeal the decision.

PayPal offers a guarantee that when you use the payment system, and you don’t receive what you ordered, you are protected. It should have fully investigated your claim, found the tracking number and verified the delivery. Instead, it appears PayPal dismissed your complaint.

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My advocacy organization receives a lot of questions about PayPal’s complaint system. As far as we can tell, the system is almost completely automated and arbitrary. Maybe your delivery problem got handled -- or should I say mishandled -- by an AI.

There actually is a way to appeal your case. You can send a brief, polite email to one of the PayPal executives I list on my consumer advocacy site, Elliott.org. PayPal has a responsiveness rating of 3 out of 5, which is just OK. If we get many more complaints like yours, it might get downgraded.

I contacted PayPal on your behalf. A few weeks later, I heard back from you.

“I just had communications from PayPal, and they have reversed their original decision and resolved the issue in my favor,” you said. “Thank you.”

Christopher Elliott is the founder of Elliott Advocacy (https://elliottadvocacy.org), a nonprofit organization that helps consumers solve their problems. Email him at chris@elliott.org or get help by contacting him at https://elliottadvocacy.org/help/

© 2023 Christopher Elliott.

Man About Town from page 4

ily well . . . and it hurts to see them in pain, both physical and emotional.

Dick is in the Burn Unit of UCSD and is likely to stay there for several weeks.

See, that’s the problem with growing old. You begin to lose folks you care about.

I’m thinking a lot of Dick right now. Of the many coffees and conversations we’ve shared. We would meet, discuss solutions to all the world’s problems, and then, once we’ve solved the world’s problems, we’d get

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down to the important day-today stuff.

Dick is a retired pastor and, obviously, Christian. I am not a Christian. Dick accepted me for who I am and what I believe and attempted to change neither me nor my beliefs. Not once did he prosletize. I think that’s one reason we got along so well. We were just two guys who were genuinely fond of each other who enjoyed having coffee together and shooting the breeze.

I am told that Dick will survive but only after enduring a great deal of pain.

Dick is one of the special people in my life.

I have many special people in my life.

To all of you who have joined us on this wonderful journey, thank you for your support and loyalty.

It’s been a most rewarding experience, bringing our talented writers to your attention.

You keep reading . . . we’ll keep writing.

Jim Desmond from page 6

Taxpayers deserve accountability for the exorbitant amount of money being spent, and they are rightfully tired of witnessing the problem persist and worsen.

It’s time to reclaim our parks, freeway onramps, sidewalks, open nature, homes, and businesses from the grips of homelessness. We cannot continue to burden our hardworking taxpayers with a problem that stems from failed government policies.

It is time for this insanity to stop. San Diego County District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond, 1600 Pacific Highway, #335, San Diego, CA 92101, United States http:// www.supervisorjimdesmond.com/

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Silent and soundie star Harry Carey and wife, Olive, were the parents of Harry Carey, Jr. All three fine actors. Harry senior was a mentor to John Wayne, helping the young actor become one of Hollywood’s better and more well-known stars. Wife Olive continued acting after Harry, senor died in 1947. Many of Wayne’s films right up into the 70s included Olive and Harry, Jr. During World War II, Harry Junior enlisted as a Pharmacist Mate, but, later, against his wishes, was transferred to Director John Ford’s production unit making propaganda films for the Navy and the OSS, (Office of Strategic Services, known today as the Central Intelligence Agency, CIA). While Harry Junior made dozens of films, and appeared in nearly all of John Ford’s pictures, probably one of his best starring roles was with John Wayne in the 1948 film “The Three Godfathers.”

Talk about the family business there’s the late feature actors Rance and Jean Howard who were the parents of director/actor Ron Howard and his brother actor Clint, along with their granddaughter/actors Paige and Bryce Howard, (Ron’s daughters). The history of this family’s body of work is phenomenal.

Even more extensive were the many films, Broadway and radio productions of the late Lionel, John, and their sister, Ethel Barrymore. The family continues with John’s son, the late John Drew Barrymore, and his daughter, Drew Barrymore. It’s an acting family that began back in the 1800s. Drew is the only surviving member active in film and television.

Another popular acting family is the Fondas. The patriarch, Oscar-winner Henry Fonda, his children, Oscar winner Jane and Oscar-nominated Peter Fonda, along with granddaughter/actor Bridget (Peter’s daughter).

Lloyd Bridges and his sons, Oscar winner Jeff and Beau Bridges, along with grandson (Beau’s son) Jordan Bridges. Today, Jeff is one of Hollywood’s most award-winning and well-known performers/musicians.

Award-winning actor/producer the late Kirk Douglas’ sons Michael, Joel, Peter and Eric, along with grandson Cameron Douglas, are all in the film industry.

Stay tuned, there’s much more examples of “Nepos” in Hollywood coming soon.

Tips for a Pet-Safe Cookout

Fixit Clinics Held Throughout County Libraries

We’ve become too accustomed to the throw-away lifestyle. If something breaks, we toss it out and buy a new one. This behavior is filling our landfills at an alarming rate, and electronic waste is now one of the biggest sources of pollution. So why not learn how to fix things instead.

Get out your aprons and fire up those grills, folks, it’s cookout weather! There’s nothing better than chowing down outside with loved ones during the summer, but it’s important to be mindful of our furry friends. Check out our ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) guidelines below to enjoy any upcoming outdoor festivities with your pets and avoid potential toxic exposures.

1. Limit table scraps and sharing food with pets: Common cookout food and snacks that are toxic to pets include: onion and garlic products, grapes and raisins, chocolate baked goods and candy. Fatty foods such as hot dogs, burgers, nuts and cheese can also cause concerns, such as pancreatitis, when ingested. This serious condition can cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, decreased appetite and abdominal pain. If you do plan on sharing a few bites of your food with your pet, be sure it’s only in small quantities and that none of the ingredients are on our toxic foods list. You should also keep an eye on the trash when having a gathering, as a trash can full of food waste can be very appealing to a curious nose.

2. Prevent access to charcoal for grills: When ingested, charcoal briquettes can cause gastrointestinal upset and irritation and potentially a foreign body obstruction within the stomach or small intestine. Ingestion of uncooled briquettes can also lead to internal burns.

3. Store lighter fluids in a safe location: Lighter fluids used for fires and grills contain hydrocarbons

that are irritating when ingested and can cause severe injury to the lungs if inhaled. Some pets may find these bottles and chew on them, leading to exposure to the liquid inside.

4. Clean your grill when your pets are not around: Grease and food debris from the grill can cause pancreatitis and gastrointestinal signs when ingested by pets. Many grill cleaners contain harsh chemicals that are meant to break down food particles and stuck-on debris from the grill. These grill cleaning products, if ingested, can cause significant injury, irritation and burning to the mouth and stomach. Please remove and safely dispose of any waste or debris so your pet does not have access when you aren’t looking.

5. Keep alcoholic beverages out of reach: Pets can find alcoholic beverages as appealing as humans do, especially if fruity or cream based. Any amount of alcohol ingested can cause gastrointestinal upset and aspiration risks. In large enough quantities, alcohol can cause decreased body temperatures and depression of the cardiac and respiratory systems. Low blood sugar and change in body pH are also possible with alcohol toxicity.

Keep these five safety tips in mind to have a fun and pet-safe cookout this summer!

If you believe that your pet may have been exposed to or ingested something toxic, please contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426- 4435 immediately.

Bring your broken, non-working items—electronics, appliances, computers, toys, bicycles, clothes, and more—for assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. We’ll provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you take apart and troubleshoot your item. Even if we can’t fix it, you’ll learn more about how it was made and how it works.

This is a fun event for the whole family, so bring your kids! We are expanding rapidly and will be hosting events all over San Diego County.

Upcoming Events

June 24th - Ramona Community Library

July 1st - Valley Center Branch Library

July 22nd - Scripps Ranch Branch Library

August 5th - Alpine Branch Library

August 12th - Carlsbad (Cole) Library

Please bring one (1) item that needs to be repaired and keep in mind we will try our best to solve the problem, but not every case is a success.

This event is free to attend, but it is not a drop-off and fix event. Instead, it is a hands-on event where participants can learn how to repair their items with the help of our expert coaches.

What if my item needs a replacement part?

As this is a free event, we do not provide replacement parts. You will be responsible for any costs incurred if your item requires additional or replacement parts. We may

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9009858

The name of the business: The Garage 86 Automotive Excellence, located at 2364 Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA 92029. Registrant

Information: Johnny Duong, 30171 Emerald Ln, Hemet, CA 92543. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: N/A

/s/ Johnny Duong with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 4/25/2023

5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9010512

The name of the business: K&K Sewer Inspectors, located at 676 Tukmal Dr., Oceanside, CA 92058. Registrant Information: Brian A. Samoska, 676 Tukmal Dr., Oceanside, CA 92058. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business:

N/A

/s/ Brian A. Samoska with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/12/2023

5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9010438

The name of the business: Tirocchi

Construction, located at 5147 Morro Hills Pl., Fallbrook, CA 92028. Registrant Information: Richard A. Tirocchi, 5147 Morro Hills Pl., Fallbrook, CA 92028. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business:

5/11/2023

/s/ Richard Tirocchi with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/11/2023

5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9010562

The name of the business: The Junk Remover, located at 4850 Concho Cir., Oceanside, CA 92057. Registrant Information: Isaac Charles Dailey Jr., 4850 Concho Cir., Oceanside, CA 92057. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: N/A

/s/ Isaac Charles Dailey Jr. with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/12/2023

5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9010417

The name of the business: Painting

To The Max, located at 743 Mason Road, Vista, CA 92084. Registran

Information: Michael Alexander Xanthakis, 743 Mason Road, Vista, CA 92084. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: 10/21/1982

/s/ Michael Alexander Xanthakis with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/11/2023

5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8/2023

Fixit

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME 37-2023-00020036-CU-PT-NC

TO ALL INTERESTED PER-

SONS: Petitioner Erin Carr and Chris Carr filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Courtney Carr to Proposed name Paige Courtney Carr. 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: 6/30/2023, 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 May 11, 2023

/s/ Brad A. Weinreb, Judge of the Superior Court

5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9011296

The name of the business: Kearny Mesa Commercial Kitchen Rental, located at 8360 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, #112, San Diego, CA 92111-1321. Registrant

Information: Eric Gallerstein, 4169 Hamilton Street, San Diego, CA 92104 and Jacob Bartlett, 657 Brightwood Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910. This business is operated by a general partnership. First day of business: 2/2/2023

/s/ Eric Gallerstein with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/23/2023

5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/25/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9011295

The name of the business: RAD Burger & Fluster Cluck Hot Chicken, located at 8360 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, #112, San Diego, CA 92111-1321.

Registrant Information: Mastiff Sausage Company, Inc., 8360 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, #112, San Diego, CA 92111-1321. This business is operated by a corporation. First day of business: 2/17/2016

/s/ Eric Gallerstein, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/23/2023

5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/25/2023

have some spare parts on hand, but it is the attendee’s responsibility to purchase and bring the necessary parts on the day of the event.

In other words, this is a free event, so you are responsible for your equipment and any repairs that may be needed. We may have spare parts, but you must bring them if required.

Will you accept walk-ins?

We will accept walk-ins if there is time, but it depends on how quickly we can repair the items of the registered attendees.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9011294

The name of the business: Mastiff Kitchen, the Pig’s Gig BBQ, located at 3038 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92104. Registrant Information: Tugboat Sausage Company, Inc., 657 Brightwood Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910. This business is operated by a corporation. First day of business: 2/22/2023

/s/ Jacob Bartlett, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/23/2023

5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/25/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9011276

The name of the business: Strong Arm Consulting, located at 202 Hawthorne Cir, Vista, CA 92083. Registrant Information: Sean Linden Ploesch, 202 Hawthorne Cir, Vista, CA 92083. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: 3/14/2023 /s/ Sean Linden Ploesch with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/23/2023

5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/25/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9009874

The name of the business: Anthem Asphalt Services, located at 2060 N. Nutmeg St., Escondido, CA 92026. Registrant Information: Harley Daane Jorgensen, 2060 N. Nutmeg St., Escondido, CA 92026. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: 5/4/2023

/s/ Harley Daane Jorgensen with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/04/2023

6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9011731

The name of the business: Jasmine Thai Massage And Spa, located at 261 Flores Ln., Vista, CA 92083. Registrant Information: Jarawi Norkhuntod, 261 Flores Ln., Vista, CA 92083. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: 5/18/2023

/s/ Jarawi Norkhuntod with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/30/2023

6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9011436

The name of the business: Spices

Of Himalaya Indian Cuisine, located at 15731 Bernardo Heights Pky, #103, San Diego, CA 92128.

Registrant Information: Spices Of Himalaya Corporation, 372 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA 91910. This business is operated by a corporation. First day of business: 5/25/2023

/s/ Dhavalkvmar Jani, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on

For more information visit http:// sdfixitclinics.eventbrite.com and follow us. You will be the first to know every time we add a new event.

Do you take donations of tools and supplies?

Oh boy, do we. If you have any old tools you don’t need, please bring them to the next SD Fixit Clinic and/ or email us at sdfixitclinic@gmail. com to arrange drop-off locations.

Volunteer at the San Diego Fixit Clinics

Please email us at sdfixitclinic@ gmail.com and let us know all

5/25/2023

6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9011408

The name of the business: EB Medical Planning, located at 3738 Via Del Rancho, Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant Information: Erika Dickerson Browning, 3738 Via Del Rancho, Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: 5/14/2023

/s/ Erika Dickerson Browning with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/24/2023

6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9010149

The name of the business: Trealee8, located at 2120 W. Mission Rd., #240, Escondido, CA 92029. Registrant Information: Marylee Reasononer, 232 Treasure Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: N/A

/s/ Marylee Reasononer with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/8/2023

6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9012905

The name of the business: Dr. Leann Nguyen Acupuncture & Herbs, located at 811 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant Information: Leann Nguyen Dr., 309 sunbird Ct., San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: N/A

/s/ Leann Nguyen Dr. with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/15/2023

6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9012582

The name of the business: Chin Up!, Pencil Me In!, located at 425 Prarie Rose Way, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant Information: Nathan Williams, 425 Prarie Rose Way, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business: 6/12/2023 /s/ Nathan Williams with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/12/2023 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9011744

The name of the business: Happy Paws & Tails LLC, located at 4145 Alabar Way, Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant Information: Happy Paws And Tails LLC, 4145 Alabar Way, Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by a limited liability company.

First day of business: N/A

/s/ Sarah Sidney Gomez, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/30/2023

6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9012163

The name of the business: AAI, Alco Alert Interlock, located at 3145 Tiger Run Court Ste 104, Carlsbad, CA 92010. Registrant Information: Clear2drive LLC, 16597 N. 92nd St., Suite A111, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. This business is operated by a limited liability company. First day of business: 5/1/2023

/s/ Daneil Rhodes, Manager with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/5/2023

6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9012359

The name of the business: Discount Drain.Net Inc. located at 1031 Palm Ave, #4, Carlsbad, CA 92008. Registrant Information: Discount Drain.net, 1031 Palm Ave., #4, Carlsbad, CA 92008. This business is operated by a corporation. First day of business: 3/9/2023

/s/ Demetrio Escamilla, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/7/2023 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9007985

The name of the business: In the Cut Barber and Beauty Lounge, located at 918 Mission Ave., Unit 115, Oceanside, CA 92054. Registrant Information: Kristy Rogers, 29538 Major League, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 and Tatyanna Lackritz, 6779 Heath Ct., Carlsbad, CA 92011. This business is operated by a general partnership. First day of business:

3/1/2023

/s/ Kristy Rogers with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 4/11/2023

4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9012899

The name of the business: D’ Reyna Boutique, located at 205 W. 5th Ave., Ste. #202, Escondido, CA 92029. Registrant Information: Reyna L. Tello, 827 Hidden View Lane, Escondido, CA 92027. This business is operated by an individual. First day of business:

11/8/2009

/s/ reyna L. Tello with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/15/2023 6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13/2023

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT 2023-9012623

The name of the business: Waterline Pools And Spas Services, LLC, located at 741 Santa Barbara Dr., San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant

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Clothing Swap

I Love A Clean San Diego’s Clothing SWAP is happening in collaboration with the San Diego County Library Branches. SWAPs are an opportunity for people to exchange clothing items that are no longer used and obtain resources that would have otherwise ended up in the landfill.

Join us on Saturday, July 1st in conjunction with the San Diego Fixit Clinic and trade your clothing items for other goods at no cost. Participate by bringing any gently

Information: Waterline Pools And Spas Services LLC, 741 Santa Barbara Dr., San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by a limited liability company.

First day of business: 5/1/2023

/s/ Holly Dreeuws, Managing Member with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/12/2023

6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13/2023

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

37-2023-00022822-CU-PT-NC

TO ALL INTERESTED PER-

SONS: Petitioner Eva Heimana Alo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Eva Heimana Alo to Proposed name Eva Heimana Cabacungan-Alo. 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: 7/21/2023, 8:30 am, in Dept. 25

The address of the court is: 325 S. Melrose, Vista, CA. 92081. No hearing will occur on above date see attachment.

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 May 31, 2023

/s/ Brad A. Weinreb, Judge of the Superior Court 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29/2023

used clothes, like t-shirts, jeans, jackets, shoes, hats, and more. We WILL accept: Clean, new or used, second-hand items

We will NOT accept items with stains, smells, broken pieces

Participation is free. There is no need to bring an item to trade in order to participate.

By participating in the swap, you are helping to conserve natural resources, reduce the environmental footprint of producing new goods, and building community.

Please contact sdfixitclinic@gmail. com for any questions.