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Bradford Journal PhotoThe Preston and Sons Broom Making demonstration always draws crowds during the Crook Farm Country Fair and this year was no exception. On August 30th, the last day of the event, we see (l-r) Joshua Preston, and his dad Brad, along with a couple of young people who were interested in the process, James Yohe 13, and his friend R.J. Owens 13. The round broom was invented (so the story goes) by a New England man by the name of Levi Dickerson in 1798, as a cinder broom during a time when fl oors were earthen and cinders had to be pushed back into the fi replaces. And while brooms were modernized to their present fl at, broadened shape about 1820, the materials used for making kitchen brooms (other than plastics) continues to be a sorghum family plant known as “broom corn”.

Hardworking Broomsquires At Country Fair

Bradford Journal PhotoThe area’s well-known Tupperware Deal-er, Margie Harris, head of the Crook Farm Vender Committee, poses at her own Tup-perware booth, August 29th, during the 39th Annual Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festival. Her new item this year is named the “Col-lapsible Cake Taker” that is, a cake con-tainer, the lid of which collapses to differ-ent sizes to accommodate a cake, a pie, or vegetables.

Margie & Her Product

Bradford Journal PhotoDuring the Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Musical Festival, August 29th, this family takes a little breather before heading to the Main Stage, the broom making demonstration, and the woodworking display there. Left to right are Brady and Jill James, their nephew Ben Murphey 8, and Ben’s mom Jody Murphey. They come every year.

Murpheys And Jameses At Country Fair

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Port Allegany Bridge Repairs Scheduled (Port Allegany, PA) – Concrete deck re-pairs and paving started Monday, August 31 on a Port Allegany bridge on Route 155, according to the Pennsylvania De-partment of Transportation. Making these repairs will keep the bridge in service dur-ing the winter months until replacement of the superstructure can take place in 2016. Starting in the spring, the superstructure will be replaced along with replacing the back walls, removing the sidewalk and adding new expansion joints. Crews will also reset the rocker bearings and fi xed bearings, which will allow the bridge to expand and contract properly in the sum-mer and winter months, PennDOT expects this year’s deck re-pair work to be fi nished September 11. Daylight fl agging will be used to enforce an alternating traffi c pattern while work takes place. Drivers need to remain alert for fl aggers in the roadway and crew mem-bers working on or near the roadway and bridge. The 330-foot bridge spans the Alleghe-

ny River in Liberty Township, near the borough of Port Allegany. It was original-ly built in 1953 and carries an average of more than 1,300 vehicles daily. I.A. Construction Corporation of Frank-lin, PA is the contractor on this $8 million project. L.C. Whitford Company, Inc. of Wellsville, NY is the sub-contractor. Con-tract value includes all 2015 and 2016 work. PennDOT reminds motorists to use cau-tion through all work zones, obey posted speed limits, and always buckle up. Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffi c delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffi c speed information and access to more than 770 traffi c cameras. 511PA is also available through a smart-phone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.

Open Houses Scheduled For Scouting Programs The Allegheny Highlands Council, Boy Scouts of America is now organizing and conducting recruiting drives for youth and their parents through its’ 130 Cub Scout Packs, Boy Scout Troops, Venture Crews, and Explorer Posts. Traditionally, over 1000 youth join scouting programs in the fall in the Twin Tiers. “Our goal is to share with every family in our fi ve county area the many opportuni-ties available to their children through our various programs” said John Wojciechow-icz, director of the council. “The scouting calendar coincides with the school calen-dar, and we will be bringing in new mem-bers by the hundreds. Scouting is nothing but a lot of fun for kids, and for parents we feel good that they are learning and doing things that are worthwhile that teach re-

sponsibility and dexterity, build character, develop leadership skills and build confi -dence.” Cub Scouting is for boys ages 7 to 10, or in fi rst grade and not yet 11. This is a fam-ily-oriented program that provides many fun learning experiences, which provide a solid foundation for growth and learning. Boy Scouts are boys ages 11 to 17, and is outdoor and skill-oriented. Boy Scouts go camping, hiking, canoeing, and back-packing. Working as a team, scouts devel-op leadership and skills to enjoy the great outdoors. Venturers and Explorers is a program for high school age boys and girls and is career or high adventure oriented. For more information about these pro-grams in your community, please contact:

Chautauqua County & Western Catta-raugus County to Rt. 219 – Wayne Schu-ver – 716.665.9656 Cattaraugus County East of Rt. 219 & Allegany County in New York, McKean & Potter County in Pennsylvania – Todd Peine – 814.366.8100 Information is also available on the council’s webpage, www.alleghenyhigh-lands.org , or by calling their Service Center during normal business hours at 716.665.(BOYS)2697.

Bradford Journal PhotoAvry Krise 10, of Wellsboro, PA, work-ing her way around the Todd’s Musical Petting Zoo, shows us how she plays the harp, August 29th, during the Crook Farm Country Fair. Todd Crowley of Corry, PA the owner of the Zoo tells us that this year he’s been at events from California to Hudson Valley, NY, and from Canada to Texas. (See videos in the photo gallery.)

Harps Are Fun To Play


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““Anchor Babies ”Anchor Babies ”-by Bob Perry

Once again we are discussing ‘anchor babies’ as the Donald (Trump) has raised the issue as to whether or not they are citi-zens as described by the 14th Amendment. Section 1 contains the text under discus-sion but we will make an educated look at it without addressing naturalization. An ‘anchor baby’ is a child born in the U.S. to a foreign national mother who is not law-fully admitted for permanent residence. As we know, the intent of the creators of this amendment was to grant citizenship to children born to slaves. Following is Section 1:[[[Amendment XIVSection 1. All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdic-tion thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside. No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or im-munities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due pro-cess of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.]]] The fi rst statement, as with any state-ment, must be considered in its entirety to be clearly understood. Clearly interpreta-tions that insist all anchor babies are citi-zens based upon the 14th is not correct. The statement is actually conditional with “and subject to the jurisdiction thereof…“ which an ‘anchor baby‘ is not ‘subject to

jurisdiction..’ either the United States or the state the birth took place. Other key words that excludes ‘anchor babies’ from being citizens is “wherein they reside”. “Reside” is without question a reference to: one’s occupancy; habitation; residen-cy; living in. A foreign national woman who crosses the border, has a baby, then returns across the border does not ful-fi ll the requirement as stated in Section 1 since there is no residence established in the fi rst place. Similarly, a foreign na-tional woman who travels to the U.S. on a temporary ’VISA’ to have an ’anchor baby’ does not live in the U.S. and there-fore does not fulfi ll the the requirement. There is a huge infl ux of Asians fl ying to the U.S. on visas only for the purpose of delivering a child which may have citizen-ship rights. The U.S. need not issue any visas to expectant women whose stay is scheduled to be beyond a certain gestation period. Addressing the birth of children to immigrants who did not come here legally remains at issue, and, is another issue. How will the Supremes interpret this when it comes before the Court? Since they consider ’intent’ there should be no question. With ’blinders’ on they once again may well may insist there would be all too much disruption if ’anchor ba-bies’ are declared not to be citizens. This is equivalent to granting law breakers with a reward. Section 1 possibly should have stated the intent was solely for children of slaves.

Photos taken by Mary DePalma dur-ing the season wind up event for the Smethport Country Club Ladies Golf League, August 25th have been included in this issue. Of readers in-terest is perhaps that twenty-six of the thirty league members, some of whom were photographed, were present for the blind partner game, and that the league’s goal is to increase membership next year……..The remainder of the photos in this edition were gleaned from the 36th Annual Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Coun-try Music Festival held August 28th, 29th, and 30th. First, we should men-tion, for those who might be looking for it, that the photo of the three Civil War ladies in full mid nineteenth cen-tury costume can be found, along with other pictures, in the photo gallery as-sociated with this issue. And while many extra pictures can be found in the gallery, many videos were also taken of the young music writer, instrumen-talist, and performer Megan McGarry, who wowed the crowds with her natu-ral skills, especially on the violin……..The Crook Country Fair event is al-ways an educational one for us. Not only do we see new vendor products on display: for example, the “Tupperware Collapsible Cake Taker”, but we also learn things from the people who are experts in their fi elds, while listening in on the classes, and at the demonstra-tions: for example, broom maker Brad Preston explained that the Shakers (a religious sect) in about the 1820’s mod-ifi ed the early round broom used on dirt fl oors, into the fl at, wider kitchen type broom that was necessary to sweep the wooden fl oors that came into vogue for houses built around that time……..It is interesting that Bob Perry’s article written for his page three column of our last edition has received so much negative attention by so many readers. While we don’t agree with his strong antiabortionist right to life opinions, his article does touch on the idea that the family planning issue is really a dou-ble-edged sword. It is a threat for those who presently oppose it, and those who promote it. For example, family plan-ning at its extremes can be done by prevention of conception under penalty of law (as in China), which would be dis-tasteful to many, or at the other extreme, of destruction of the fertilized egg, which would be just as distasteful to many oth-ers. Those who favor abortion promoted by family planning should nevertheless be concerned with the extreme legally enforced contraception that could be pro-moted by the same organization.

Phillipses And Harlesses Take Shaded Break

Bradford Journal PhotoA couple of families take a rest under the tree in front of the Crook Farm House during this year’s Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festival, August 29th. They are in a hurry to take more in, but before leaving they pose for a photo. Left to right, generally, are Jennifer Phillips, and her son Konnor 7, Brodie Harless 5, his mom Joy Harless, and her other children, one-year-old twins Codie (back) and Blake (front) 1, Kassie 11, and Kylee Phillips 10.



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Linda Barraclough Linda D. Barraclough, 58, of Brad-ford, passed away on Saturday (Aug. 22, 2015) at her residence. She was born on Aug. 31, 1956, in Brad-ford, the daughter of the late Kenneth and Viola Means Bullock. She was a graduate of Bradford Area High School. She was a member of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary #2432, VFW Frances Sherman Auxiliary, American Legion Post #108 and the Marche Club. She was employed by Zippo Manufac-turing Co. for the past 39 years. She is survived by her husband, Wayne Barraclough of Bradford; her mother-in-law, Constance Barraclough of Bradford; her sister-in-law, Robin (Steve) Foster of Findlay, Ohio; two nieces and several grand nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was pre-ceded in death by one brother, Tom Bull-ock; and one sister, Eva Burkett. At the family’s request, there was no visitation or funeral services. Privateburial was in McKean Memorial Park, La-fayette Township.

Marcia Vaughn Marcia Louise Nelson Emery Vaughn, 90, of 200 St. Francis Drive, passed away Friday (Aug. 21, 2015) at The Bradford Ecumenical Home. Born April 10, 1925, in Bradford, she was a daughter of the late Floyd Karl and

Isabelle Eliza Giles Nelson. On Sept. 17, 1948, she married James Clay Emery, who passed away Jan. 22, 1968. On July 6, 1974, she then married Arthur “Bud” Vaughn, who passed away June 23, 2003. She was a 1943 graduate of Bradford High School and attended Houghton Col-lege. She was a life member of Hill Memorial United Methodist Church. She is survived by a son, Daniel C. Em-ery of Bradford; a stepdaughter, Linda (Skip) Bond of Elizabethtown; a stepson, Phillip (Jessie Stark) Bond of Ulysses;

three grandchildren; four great-grandchil-dren; a sister, Margaret Angevine of War-ren; a brother, Floyd Karl ‘Gus’ Nelson Jr. in Delaware; and several nieces and neph-ews. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a son, James Nelson Emery, who passed away Oct. 31, 2011; a sister, Sara Jane ‘Cub’ Nelson Id-dings and two brothers, Giles Nelson and Gerald Nelson. At the request of the family, there was no visitation and services were private. Burial was in McKean Memorial Park. Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to Hill Memorial United Method-ist Church or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funer-al Homes Inc. Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

Volunteers And Bakers At Herbig Bakery

Bradford Journal PhotoBakers, Harrijane Hannon Moore at the left, and Linda Brocius at the right, work at the Herbig Bakery Concession, August 30th, during the 36th Annual Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festival. Bakery items are always favorite refresh-ments during this event. Harrijane, a past McKean County Commissioner, and long time McKean County Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphan’s Court, plans to retire from the courthouse following the general elections in November.


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BUSINESS & PERSONAL FINANCESGetting Your Home Ready to Sell

-by Nathaniel Sillin As the economy improves, today’s sellers are facing a very different en-vironment than they were before the housing market stumbled in 2006. Today’s housing market features new procedures and standards, not the least of which are continuing borrowing hur-dles for prospective buyers. If you are thinking about a home sale in the com-ing months, it pays to do a thorough overview of your personal fi nances and local real estate environment before you put up the “for sale” sign. Here are some general issues to consider: Make sure you’re not underwater. You may want to buy a new home, but can you afford to sell? The term “under-water” refers to the amount of money a seller owes on a house in excess of fi nal sales proceeds. If what you owe on the home – including all selling costs due at closing – exceeds the agreed-upon sale price, then you will have to pay the difference out of pocket. If you’re not in a situation where you absolutely have to sell now, you may want to wait until your fi nancial circumstances and the real estate market improves. Evaluate your fi nances. Before you sell, make sure you are ready to buy or rent. Making sure all three of your credit reports (https://www.annual-creditreport.com/index.action) are ac-curate is an important part of that pro-cess. Consider “for sale by owner” vs. “for sale by broker.” “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO) signs were a common sight in many neighborhoods during the hous-ing crisis. Shrunken home values con-vinced many sellers to sell their prop-erty themselves rather than pay 5-6 percent of profi t in broker commission. However, consider what a licensed real estate broker could accomplish in your specifi c situation. Many experienced brokers have market knowledge and negotiating skills that could potential-ly get a better price for your property. Deciding which route to take shouldn’t be an overnight decision. Check lead-ing FSBO and broker sites and talk with knowledgeable friends, attorneys and real estate professionals to learn as much as you can. Think twice before spending on im-provements. Not every home construc-tion project pays off at sale time. Re-modeling magazine’s annual Cost vs. Value Report (http://www.remodeling.hw.net/cost-vs-value/2015/) tracks both pricing and cost recovery for leading remodeling projects. Before fi xing up a bathroom, kitchen or any other area of your home, research whether the work

will actually pay for itself at sale. For many sellers, it might be advantageous to hire a licensed home inspector to identify any structural, mechanical or major appliance repair issues that could delay or compromise a sale. Don’t forget moving costs. Accord-ing to the American Moving and Stor-age Association, a leading industry trade group, the average professional

interstate move of 1,220 miles costs an average of $5,630; in state, the aver-age moving cost is $1,170. After all the costs involved in selling a home, don’t forget how much it costs to relocate. Bottom line: Selling your home re-quires planning. Before putting it on the market, get solid, qualifi ed advice on how to sell smart in a still-recover-ing housing market.

Bradford Journal PhotoWe stopped at one of the three jam tents to capture a little music and the spirit of the event during the Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festival, August 29th. From the bottom left, clockwise around are Drew Danielson, Louella Buchanan, Howard Blumenthal George Hausser, Debra Chesman, Heidi Harding, and Rosemarie Hull. A peak into our gallery to listen to the videos of them in action is worth the time.

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The Thursday afternoon meeting of T.O.P.S Club( take pounds off sensibility) was held On August 27, 2015 at The First Presbyterian Church with the Tops Pledge and a song”The more we get together” by Leader Vickie Johnson. There were 27 members weighing in with a loss of 19 pounds, and 4 members that Turtled. Best Loser in Waiting was Audrey Gil-ligan and and Offi cer of the Week was Donna Douthit. The forbidden food for the week is All breads. The Healthy Tips were given by Elaine Harris. The Fashion Tip by Chris Mc-Cracken. The joke by Jean Miller. The new team contest “Falling Leaves” will start next week with Elaine Harris and Pat Foote as Captains, The program was given by Area Captain Silvana Reed on the Exchange Diet, Start diets with the right food that are good for us. There are a lot of good choices on The Exchange Diet. Anyone who would like to join T.O.P.S.for support, are welcome at the meetings which are held at The First Pres-byterian Church. Weigh-in is from 11:30 to 1:00 with the meeting held from 1:00 to 2:00. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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The members of TOPS chapter #1704 met Thursday evening, August 27th, with a loss of 4.8 pounds. Stacy Hazlett was the Weekly Loser in Waiting and Offi cer of the Week. Heather Bruno led the group with a program about how to burn more calories while doing housework. Always be sure to add some tunes and do some dancing steps. With doing this before you know it you will have burnt through hun-dreds of extra calories. The weekly forbid-den item is No Salty Snacks, watch your sodium intake.

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Student News The following local students have com-pleted requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania as of May 2015. Graduates, their hometowns, majors and degrees are: Bradford: Elizabeth Ann Girard, Cor-nen Street, B.A. in Anthropology; Eliza-beth Ann Girard, Cornen Street, B.A. in Psychology; Kathryn Kornacki, West Washington Street, B.S. in Fashion Mer-chandising; Megan Elizabeth McIntyre, Barbour Street, B.A. in English/Writing Studies Kane: Kathryn Margaret Bizzak, Route 66, B.S. in NursingMount Jewett: Kelley Rae Chilson, Mc-Clellan Avenue, B.A. in Honors Program in Psychology Smethport: Amanda M. Vossler, South Marvin Street, B.S. in Human Resource Management The following local students have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring Semester 2015 at Baldwin Wallace Uni-versity, according to Stephen D. Stahl, Provost. Students who receive at least a 3.6 GPA for seven or more graded hours in a single semester are named to the Dean’s List. Kera Bradt of Eldred, a graduate of Ot-to-Eldred Jr.-Sr. High School majoring in early childhood education. Sydney Crago of Townville, a graduate of Maplewood High School majoring in English creative writing. Alexa Donner of Allegany, a graduate of Allegany-Limestone Central School majoring in public relations and market-ing.

Bradford Journal PhotoOnce again this year, the Zonta Club members worked the gates, collecting the admission fees and handing out the pro-grams for the Annual Crook Farm Coun-try Fair and Old Time Country Music Festival. Working the back gate, August 30th, was long time Zonta member Joan Piscitelli. She mentioned that this was a wonderful year, with volunteers working hard to make it happen, and mother nature cooperating.

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Bradford Journal PhotoW.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co., known throughout the world for their handcraft-ed knives of distinction, provided knife sharpening, free of charge, to all those who attended this year’s 36th Annual Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Coun-try Music Festival. And we took advan-tage of the opportunity to have our own Case pocketknife sharpened, August 29th during one of our visits to the event. Left to right, employees working the booth are Jeremy Prince of Turtlepoint, and Mark Wolford of Bradford. Jeremy has been working for the company fi ve years while Mark has been working there for fi fteen.

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Bradford Journal Photo Betty Benner and her daughter Deborah Kirk sit under the food tent and enjoy some soda and some stuff from the Land-mark Society’s Herbig Bakery concession August 29th. It was the afternoon of the fi rst day of the Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festival and they were savoring the ambience of a warm and sunny, late summer day, with people scurrying around and music in the air. They tell us they come every year to see the crafts and enjoy the music.

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FAMILY FEATURES

If cooler days have you

wishing for savory dishes,

give your menu a boost

this fall with a bold, spicy

twist on your favorite comfort

foods. Rich, creamy dishes

featuring pasta and a kick of spicy

heat will warm you up from the

inside out.

A traditional pasta and cheese

is the perfect foundation for a

delicious skillet dish, one-pot

pleaser or casserole that blends

familiar flavors with new ones

to make an easy and complete

weeknight dinner. Packaged

options such as Velveeta Shells &

Cheese can help shave preparation

time, and with new bold Jalapeño

and Chipotle flavors, you can bring

the heat to a whole new level.

These recipes show how easy it

is to combine simple proteins, such

as chicken or beef, in addition to

your favorite cheesy pasta and

spices for a cozy dish in minutes.

Find more recipes at Velveeta.com.

Perfect Your PastaNo cheesy pasta is com -plete unless it’s perfectlyprepared. Follow thesedos and don’ts to get yourpasta just right:

Do use lots of water.The ideal amount is 4 to 6quarts per pound of pasta.This allows the pastaenough room to cookwithout sticking together.

Don’t add oil. If youhave enough water, youwon’t need to add oil toprevent sticking.

Do stir pasta when youfirst add it to the water toprevent it from stickingtogether and to the bottomof the pot.

Don’t throw pastaagainst the wall. Instead,use the cooking time onthe package as a guide,then try a piece to see if it’s the right texture.Italians like their pasta “al dente” (a little chewy), but you mightlike it softer.

Don’t rinse cookedpasta; you’ll rinse awaythe starch, which actuallyhelps the sauce stick.Only rinse pasta if it will be used cold, such as in a salad.

Smoke and Spice ChickenShells and CheeseServings: 3

1 package VelveetaShells & Cheese Bold, Chipotle

3/4 pound chopped, cooked chicken

Boil 6 cups water in saucepan. Stirin shell pasta; cook 8-10 minutesor until tender, stirring occasion -ally. Drain pasta. Do not rinse.Return to pan. Add cheese sauceand seasoning; mix well. Addchicken to prepared pasta.

Beefy Nacho Shells and CheeseServings: 3

1 package VelveetaShells & Cheese Bold, Jalapeño

1/2 pound lean ground beef2 teaspoons taco seasoning

mix1/2 cup water1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips

Boil 6 cups water in saucepan. Stir in shell pasta and jalapeños;cook 8-10 minutes or until tender,stirring occasionally. Drain pastaand jalapeños. Do not rinse. Returnto pan. Add cheese sauce; mix well.

Meanwhile, brown ground beefin skillet; drain. Add taco seasoningmix and water; simmer until mostof the water is cooked off. Addmeat mixture to cooked pasta withcheese sauce; mix well. Top withtortilla chips.

Jalapeño-Bacon Shells and CheeseServings: 3

1 package VelveetaShells & Cheese Bold, Jalapeño

4 slices cooked and chopped bacon

Boil 6 cups water in saucepan. Stir in shell pasta and jalapeños;cook 8-10 minutes or until tender,stirring occasionally. Drain pastaand jalapeños. Do not rinse. Returnto pan. Add cheese sauce; mixwell. Add bacon to prepared pasta.


Bradford Journal PhotoMary Hermann accompanied by Mark Doncheski makes people feel good with her double bass and her folk music under the main stage tent, August 29th, during the 36th Annual Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festi-val. “Across the Great Divide” was the name of this tune. Mary, who also makes people feel better in her regular job as an emergency room physician at the Coud-ersport Hospital, tells us that she will soon be in China as a volunteer physician. Her friend Mark also held a workshop during the event entitled “Instrumental Set up: Tips and Tricks.” See the photo gallery for a video of this duo in action.

Mary Has The Stuff To Make People Feel Better

Bradford Journal Photo At the Todd’s Musical petting Zoo booths during this year’s Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festi-val, August 29th, Ava Irene Harper asks us “Don’t I just know how to play this!” She is playing the Hammer Dulcimer. This particular concession was busy with chil-dren of all ages trying out the dozens of instruments in the Zoo. (See videos in the photo gallery.)

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Getting Ready for School� Have your children put everything they carry in a backpack or school bag so that they won’t drop

things along the way.

� Encourage them to wear bright, contrasting colors so they will be more easily seen by drivers.

� Make sure children leave home on time so they can arrive at the bus stop before it is due, ideally at least five minutes early. Running after or in front of a bus is dangerous.

Walking to the Bus Stop � Walk young children to the bus stop or encourage children to walk in groups. There is safety in

numbers; groups are easier for drivers to see.

� Practice good pedestrian behavior: walk on the sidewalk, and if there is no sidewalk stay out of thestreet. If you must walk in the street, walk single-file, face traffic and stay as close to the edge ofthe road as you can.

� Stop and look left, right and then left again anytime you must cross a street. Do the same thing atdrive ways and alleys. Exaggerate your head turns and narrate your actions so your child knows youare looking left, right and left.

At the Bus Stop� Have children wait in a location where the driver can see them while driving down the street. Never

wait in a house or car.

� Do not let children play in the street. Playing with balls or other toys that could roll into the streetis also dangerous.

Getting On and Off the Bus� Warn children that if they drop something getting on and off the bus, they should never pick it up.

Instead, they should tell the driver and follow the driver’s instructions.

� Remind children to look to the right before they step off the bus.

� If you meet your child at the bus stop after school, wait on the side where the child will be droppedoff, not across the street. Children can be so excited to see you after school that they dash acrossthe street and forget the safety rules.

Mobile DevicesCell phones and other electronic devices are often permitted on the school bus as long as:

� They are in backpacks or other holders, keeping hands free to use handrails while boarding anddeparting the bus.

� Sound is muted or headphones, ear buds or similar devices are used.

� Content does not violate the law or school district policy and procedures.

� Use does not create a distraction for the driver.

Discuss the Bus Want to talk with your school district about switching from diesel buses to cleaner alterna -tives? Download resources including fact sheets, videos and more at BetterOurBuses.com

FAMILY FEATURES

Although a great deal of attention focuses on safety at school, for millions of kids

the school day starts on the bus. More than half of America’s school children ride

the bus, according to the National Association of Pupil Transportation, and school

buses are the safest form of transportation to and from school.

Still, there are steps you can take as a parent to make the experience even safer. NAPT offers

these tips to help teach your child to be safe at the bus stop and as they get on and off the bus.

Teaching kids school bussafety is one way to pro-tect them on the ride to and from school. How ever,school districts can takeadditional steps to makethe bus safe: by switchingfrom diesel buses to analternative fuel likepropane.

Jenna Bush Hager, ateacher, author, jour nalistand parent of two, is part -nering with the PropaneEducation & ResearchCouncil to educate parentsand school districts aboutthe benefits of pro paneschool buses.

School buses poweredby the alternative fuel offernumerous safety advan -tages. Propane schoolbuses are quieter thandiesel buses, making iteasier for drivers to hearinside and outside the bus.This can have a directimpact on student behav-ior, and many districts havereported fewer disci plinaryissues as a result.

The Propane Education & Research Council estimates that more than 500,000 students will ride a bus poweredby the clean alternative fuel propane this school year.

A Safe Alternative“As a former teacher, I know

how impotant the ride to andfrom school is for our children.We know what happens beforethey arrive at school sets thetone for the whole day and canaffect a child’s performance inthe classroom,” Hager said.

Using propane also helpsreduce chil dren’s exposure topotentially harmful particulatematter found in diesel exhaust,which some studies show mayescalate breathing-relatedissues and aggravate asthma.Many students, includ ing thosein wheelchairs who enter fromthe back of the bus, wait atstops near where their bus’ tail pipe will be. With propane,students no longer have to waitin the “cloud of black smoke” from diesel exhaust.

What’s more, propane-powered school buses cost less to operate than dieselbuses. This allows schooldistricts to invest the moneythey save on transportation back into the class room, sup -porting teachers and a betterlearning environment.

“School districts acrossthe country are challengednow more than ever beforeto do more with less,”Hager said. “With pro-pane, school transporta-tion depart ments can savethousands of dollars onfuel alone, which helps theentire school system stayon budget and free updollars for other essentialactivities.”

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WORD SEEK

THEME:

“ASTROLOGY”

ACROSS

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50. U in I.C.U.52. Spanish river53. Type of rich soil55. Romanian money57. *Castor and Pollux60. *”Wandering Star”63. Conical dwelling64. Make a knot66. Socialite Hilton68. Change the Constitution69. Cathode-ray tube70. Speak like Cicero71. Hand-me-down72. “For ____ a jolly...”73. Famous for biting an ear

DOWN

1. Bitty2. Robert Wagner or Ste-fanie Powers, 1979-19843. “Heat of the Moment” band4. Happen again5. Like bell-bottoms6. “____ So Fine,” song7. “He ____ in his thumb, and pulled out a plum”8. Old-time calculators9. Catchall abbr.10. Flu symptom11. Baron Munchhausen, e.g.12. Architectural add-on15. Result of beach bathing20. Palate lobe22. One of The Alps

24. Holy place25. *Balance in the sky26. “He’s ____ ____ nowhere man,” Beatles27. Capital of Belarus29. *Named after God of War31. Giant kettles32. Relating to a lobe33. Yemeni neighbor34. *Celestial maiden36. Bristle38. Jerry Lewis’ sidekick42. DeWALT product45. Like U.S. and U.S.S.R. in WWII49. It can be positive or negative51. Mrs. Potts of “Beauty and the Beast”54. Pronunciation of letter H56. Opposite of binary57. Emeralds and rubies58. “All for one, one for all” sword59. “Cobbler, cobbler, ____ my shoe”60. Four-legged friends, e.g.61. *Each astrological age contains 12 of these62. Mambo king Puente63. *Taurus abbreviation65. Anger management is-sue67. D.C. bigwig (Crossword Solution on page 14)


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Bradford Journal PhotoLinda McGee (retired school bus drive) and her granddaughter Laurie McGee 2, are seen during this year’s edition of the Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festival, August 29th with long time acquaintance Robert Horton. Robert tells us that at a minimum, they see each other during the Crook Farm Coun-try Fair.

A Time For Socializing

Bradford Journal PhotoAt the right, Howard Blumenthal, organ-izer of the Old Time Country Music Fes-tival segment of the Bradford Landmark Society’s Crook Farm event talks with old time co-worker Dan Haines, August 30th, just outside the Main Stage. Dan is now a professional Santa (not to say he isn’t the real Santa) and has been unloading his problems to Howard. It seems that the north pole is melting and Santa, being a proactive type of individual, is in need of fi nding newer and cooler digs to replace the old increasingly hotter ones, not just for himself but for his Mrs. Claus, his reindeer, and his loyal elves. And Howard unsurprisingly is not short on answers.

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FAMILY FEATURES

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Photo by Mary C. DePalmaIt was time to calculate scores and de-termine winners and prizes for players following the end of the season Ladies Golf League, Blind Partners game at the Smethport Country Club, August 25. In great spirits, from the left are Jill Stuck-ey, member for thirteen years, Susan Flint golfer for forty years and Secretary of this Ladies League, and her daughter Kelly Lathrop, a golfer for fi fteen years, and the Tournament Director. During the winter, Susan will go somewhere warmer to play golf, Kelly will get together with mem-bers during the winter at the Club when it’s open, and Jill will see everyone in the Spring. Twenty-six of the thirty members were present for the 5:00 PM Blind Part-ner’s Game.

Golfers In Good Spirits

Photo by Mary C. DePalmaThe Ladies Golf League played their annu-al season windup games on August 25th, at the Smethport Country Club. Some of the winners of the Blind Partners event give us a pose: (l-r) 1st place low gross win-ners with a score of 106- Katie Rumsey and Jill Stuckey; 1st place low net win-ners with a score of 90- Barb Maynard and Carol Duffy. Katie, a golfer for 20 years, tells us she loves the game and felt good about her performance, while her partner, Jill, a 30 year golfer tells us she had an awesome game in great company. Barb and Carol tell us that it was a nice day, and they were happy with their score and the tons of prizes included as their winnings.

Golf Event Winners

Photo by Mary C. DePalma In the kitchen area of the Smethport Coun-try Club, setting up for dinner during the end of the season Ladies Golf League event, August 25th, (l-r) Carol Duffy, Penny Eddy, and Judy McKean stand for a photo. Carol, a golfer for fi fteen years, the Treasurer of the organization, is a candi-date for County Commission in the Gen-eral Elections; Penny, a golfer nine years, was the director of the McKean County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (and sponsored the dinner); and Judy, is a long time golfer from Port Alleghany, who worked in the County Controllers offi ce for years. They tell us that while they had good weather and that it was a great event, it wasn’t their best day on the course.

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No matter where you turn, pattern inspiration is allaround you – from modern architecture and tradi -tional flooring to animal furs, floral arrangements

and fashion runways. As homeowners and designers lookto personalize spaces and create impactful interiors, pat -terns are being replicated with paint on walls, floors,furniture and more.

“Pattern always catches my eye and is my go-to elementfor adding something special to a space,” said GraceBonney, design expert, founder of Design*Sponge andauthor of the best-selling book “Design*Sponge at Home.”

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ScotchBlue Brand partnered with Patternbank, expertsin modern style and design, to analyze the world of patternand forecast five up-and-coming trends that can help takeyour home from boring to beautiful by adding depth, colorand personality.

� Striking Linework – The once simple stripe has foundnew life with a bold, modern twist. Sharp angles and afractured, abstract look bring dimension to the standardstripe, and add strong visual impact to even the mostawkward spaces around the home. Consider using neu -tral paint colors for more traditional and elegant looksor brighter colors to infuse energy into the space.

� Mod Optic – Bold geometric designs are making their way into home decor with subtle shifts in scale and color. These strong three-dimensional patternscreate a clean, modern style that communicates sophis -tication and audacity. Infuse contrast and depth to createa clean, modern backdrop for existing decor. The patternallows you to play with a combination of light and darkcolors as a way to add different levels of drama basedon the space.

� Geo Elemental – From north and south to east andwest, global influences can be seen in architecture,interior design and on the fashion runways. Mergingtraditional shapes such as zigzags and diamonds with various color treatments adds a modern feel todeep-rooted tradition, creating a meeting point forcontemporary and universal. The lively repetition ofeye-catching, sharp lines is ideal for spaces that drawattention in one direction and evoke a strong sense ofplace. Using earth tones and natural colors add to theglobal feel of the pattern, while cool neutral colorsprovide a calming aura.

� ’70s Revival – With retro trends making a comeback in both fashion and design, modernizing retro-themedpatterns energizes the home and carries a whimsicalaccent throughout the space. Give a nod to the stylishlooks of the ’70s by building on lavish shapes withmodern styling and fresh forms. The combination ofhigh-contrast colors and the big impact of the patternhelp make the space feel dynamic and lively.

� Found Fragments – Layering pattern on pattern givesyou the creative license to have fun experimenting andshowcasing your personal style. With clean lines orshapes juxtaposed against existing prints and designs,this pattern keeps your space down-to-earth while stillbeing on trend. Diversify existing decor elements bylayering multiple patterns and mediums to adapt anyspace to match your changing styles.

For more inspiration and project ideas, or to download theforecast, visit www.ScotchBlue.com.

Quick Tips and Tricks to Help Pull Off Better Paint JobsProper prep work is the key to professional-looking results. Before starting any paint pattern project, reference these quick tips and tricks:

� Tape around baseboards, windows and tiles to protect them from drips and to ensure sharp paint lines.

� Always clean surfaces before painting and only apply tape once the area is fully dry.

� Choose the right tape for the surface you’re painting, such as Multi-Surface Tape for baseboards and trim, metal andglass, or Delicate Surfaces Tape for walls, cabinets, wood floors and freshly painted surfaces.

� Use a pencil to sketch designs onto walls before applying the painter’s tape. Be sure to apply the tape just outside the lines so that you ultimately cover the drawn lines with paint.

� Once the paint has fully dried, remove the tape slowly at a 45-degree angle to reveal the pattern.


CHRONOLOGICAL LISTINGSEngagements, Marriages, Births & Deaths

ENGAGEMENTS:

(None)

MARRIAGES:

(None)

BIRTHS:

AUG. 21, 2015:DAUGHTER, to Sliver and Domi-nic Halftown, Sala-manca, NY.AUG. 22, 2015:SON, to Heather and William Earley, Salamanca, NY.AUG. 23, 2015:DAUGHTER, to Jonathan and Paige Whittaker, Olean, NY.AUG. 24, 2015:TWIN DAUGH-TERS, to Melissa and James Paw-lowski, Great Val-ley, NY.SON, to Brittany and William Beggs,

YOUR WEEKLY HOROSCOPEYOUR WEEKLY HOROSCOPE SEPTEMBER 3 - SEPTEMBER 9, 2015SEPTEMBER 3 - SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

ARIES - (Mar. 21 - Apr. 19)Prepare to rise to a particular challenge and be delighted by what you now view to be possible that you once felt otherwise about.TAURUS - (Apr. 20 - May 20)Change occurring now might be surprising but trust it is defi nitely nothing to be fearful or suspicious of.GEMINI - (May 21 - June 20)Something you believe to be integral to your world isn’t missing. You just need to be clever and imaginative to see it.CANCER- (June 21 - July 22)Don’t believe the idea of a particular dream coming true in the near future is far-fetched or unrealistic.LEO - (July 23, - Aug. 22)The coming week brings a reality check on some level. VIRGO - (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22)A need exists on your part to listen to what someone is trying to tell you.LIBRA - (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22)This week, consider very carefully the one question you want an answer to.SCORPIO - (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21)What one person believes to be a unique idea turns out to be one someone else had already.SAGITTARIUS - (Nov. 22 - Dec. 20)You look set to be surprised and reassured.CAPRICORN - (Dec. 21 - Jan. 20)If someone believes they hold control over you, then they’re sorely mistaken.AQUARIUS - (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19)A compromise can be reached. Make an effort to reach it.PISCES - (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20)To make progress, you’re going to have to win some trust.

Olean, NY.AUG. 25, 2015:SON, to Brett Krakat and Stef-fenie Raecher, Portville, NY.SON, to Melissa Struble, Shingle-house, PA.DAUGHTER, to Sierra and Bran-don Tully, Brad-ford, PA.SON, toTammy and Robert Dens-more, Bradford, PA.AUG. 26, 2015:DAUGHTER, to Nicole and Sean Marvin, Allegany, NY.AUG. 27, 2015:DAUGHTER, to Samantha Blair and Ryan Benja-min, Smethport, PA.DAUGHTER, to Kaeleigh Smith and James Diblasi, Olean, NY.

DEATHS:

AUG. 20, 2015:PALMER, Emory Allen, 78, of Cleve-land, OH, formerly of Bradford, PA.AUG. 21, 2015:T R O N E T T I , Kirklyn M., 26, of Brownstown, PA, formerly of Smethport, PA.VAUGHN, Mar-cia Louise Nelson Emery, 90, of 200 St. Francis Dr., Bradford, PA.AUG. 22, 2015:OCHS, Sister Roberta, O.S.B., of St. Marys, PA.LIAS, Sean E. Lias, 49, of Westfi eld, PA.CROWN, Rob-ert F., 80, former-ly of Littletown, Oswayo, PA, and Eldred, PA. BARRACLOUGH, Linda D. Bullock, 58, of Bradford,

PA.UNDERCOFFER, Jean F. 82, of 145 Bestway St., St. Marys, PA.AUG. 23, 2015:SWANSON, El-vera E., 96, of 123 Ridge Road, Ker-sey, PA.RU S C I O L E L L I , Kenneth E., 77, of Johnsonburg, PA.AUG. 24, 2015:SWANSON, Jack A., 83, of Willow Creek, PA.SWANSON, LAR-RY A., 62, of 407 Main St., Kersey, PA.AUG. 25, 2015:SKOK, Francis J. “Frank”, 93, of 134 W. Condot Rd., St. Marys, PA.BURNS, Susan Berrean, age 75, of Wilmington, NC, formerly of Brad-ford, PA.AUG. 26, 2015:COY, Robert

“Bob” Gregory, 60, of Frederick County, VA, for-merly of Bradford, PA.

AUG. 27, 2015:KOSA, Edward, 93, of Ulysses, PA.AUG. 28, 2015:GALEY, Robert D., 94, of Bradford,PA.

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Bradford Journal Photo Megan McGarry performed on the Main Stage to a packed audience again this year, August 30th, during the Crook Farm Country Fair And Old Time Music Festi-val. Singer, and songwriter, comfortable with the guitar, banjo, mandolin, man-dola, whose main instrument is the violin, Megan will shortly begin her second year at the Berkley School of Music in Bos-ton. (See videos of her in action and more photos on stage with her dad, Chris, in our photo gallery.)

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Seventy-fi ve percent of aging Ameri-cans affected by vision problems; the Pennsylvania Optometric Association of-fers tips to protect eyesight throughout life (Harrisburg, PA) - Fluctuations in vision are often one of the fi rst health changes adults notice as they get older. Although these changes can be bothersome, even more troubling problems could be lurk-ing beneath the surface and cause vision loss. According to the American Optom-etric Association's (AOA) 2015 American Eye-Q ®survey, the inability to live inde-pendently would concern older consumers the most if they developed serious vision problems. In observance of Healthy Aging®

Vision And Independence Top Priorities For Older AmericansMonth in September, the Pennsylvania Optometric Association (POA) offers sev-eral tips to help older adults safeguard their vision. Schedule a yearly eye exam Comprehensive eye exams by a doctor of optometry are one of the most impor-tant, preventive ways to preserve vision, and the only way to accurately assess eye health, diagnose an eye disorder or dis-ease, and determine the need for glasses or contact lenses. Common eye conditions in older adults that can be detected through a comprehen-sive eye examination include age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and dry eye. The number of adults with these eye condi-tions will increase as the population of older adults grows-according to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2012 estimates, 72 mil-lion Americans are expected to be over the age of 65 by 2030 (compared with 39.6 million Americans in 2009). Many eye conditions develop without any warning signs or symptoms, so it's important to visit a doctor of optometry every year to ensure your eyes are healthy. Early diagnosis and treatment of serious eye diseases and disorders is critical and can often prevent loss of vision.

Focus on healthy lifestyle choices Following basic healthy habits can help ward off eye diseases and maintain exist-ing eyesight. One of the essential build-ing blocks of a person's overall health is diet. Enjoying a diet rich in the antioxi-dants lutein and zeaxanthin can improve eye health-these can be found in spinach and other green, leafy vegetables, as well as eggs. Other "power foods" for the eyes include fruits and vegetables high in Vita-min C and fi sh containing Omega 3 essen-tial fatty acids, such as salmon. Also, an optometrist can discuss vitamin therapy options for patients experiencing vision problems and for preventive treatment. Not only can a healthy diet improve your eye health, but not smoking, moni-toring blood pressure levels, exercising regularly and wearing proper sunglasses to protect eyes from UV rays can all play a role in preserving eyesight and eye health. Adapt your surroundings and seek

help from a doctor of optometry According to the 2015 American Eye-Q® survey, 75 percent of Americans age 55 and older have experienced vision problems. It's especially important for older adults to visit their doctor of optom-etry to ensure their vision is good to pre-vent falls and driving accidents.Older adults can ease the stress on their eyes by making some simple changes: Stay safe while driving: Wear quality sunglasses for daytime driving and use anti-refl ective lenses to reduce headlight glare. Limit driving at dusk, dawn or at night if seeing under low light is diffi cult. Use extra caution at intersections and re-duce speed. Use contrasting colors: Defi ne essen-tial objects in your home, such as light switches and telephones, with different colors so they can be spotted quickly and easily. Give the eyes a boost: Install clocks, thermometers and timers with large block letters. Magnifying glasses can also be used for reading when larger print is not available. Text size on the screen of smart-phones and tablets can also be increased. People dealing with eye disease and vi-sion loss can also seek rehabilitative ser-vices from a doctor of optometry. These services can teach patients a variety of techniques to allow them to perform daily activities with their remaining vision and help them regain their independence. Maintaining yearly eye exams, or more frequently if recommended by an eye doc-tor, provides the best protection for pre-venting the onset of eye diseases and al-lows adults to continue leading active and productive lifestyles as they age. To fi nd a local POA optometrist available for a comprehensive eye exam or for additional information on age-related eye conditions, visit www.poaeyes.org.

Bradford Journal Photo During this Crook Farm Country Fair and Old Time Country Music Festival faux reenactment, August 29th, Union Soldier, Michael Cross, of West Virginia visits his grandmother Betty Fralich up North, fol-lowing the battle of Harper’s Ferry. (Mi-chael whose ancestors founded Morgan-town, in Bradford, visiting his Grandma Fralich for a couple of days.) Betty tells us that she has been playing the part in the Civil War Ladies display for ten years and is proud of her collection of photos, foods, women’s clothing, and babies’ clothing.

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FAMILY FEATURES

While kids and parents alike eagerly await the fresh start of a new school year,

the back-to-school season is not without its share of stressors for busy families.

The start of school means new schedules, teachers, shoes, backpacks and

friends; as well as new academic challenges.

Adding some fun and excitement to the newness can help smooth the way. For example,

allowing kids to help choose their outfits for the first day of school can help diffuse that nerv -

ous anticipation. Similarly, the chance to put a fresh set of pens to use or show off a cool new

notebook can provide a distraction from those first-day jitters.

If the shopping itself is adding stress to your household, ease the back-to-school burden on

your family with these helpful tips to simplify shopping for the school year ahead.

Make It a Peaceful Shopping ExperienceThough back-to-school shopping can be fun, it can also be overwhelming. These tricks may help you add some Zen to the experience, or at least cut some of the chaos.

Know yourself: Are you better at doing all of your shopping all at once, or would you rather make separate trips throughout a couple of weeks to ease thestress? There is no one “right” way to tackle back-to-school shopping; just go with what works best for you.

Create a democratic shopping experience: Instead of taking it upon yourself toget the supplies you think your kids need, turn it into a fun experience for every-one to enjoy. Ask what your kids want and what colors they like. Encourage themto stimulate creativity with whimsical supplies, such as the fun and funky patternsof Cadoozles mechanical pencils.

Want your high school or college bound academians to have a little extra swagfor school? Look for a few simple purchases that reflect their confidence, such asZebra Steel pens, with a sleek design perfect for the advancing student.

Make note of your inventory. School lists oftencarry over each school year, so make sure youaren’t buying multiples of things you already own.Some supplies are more exciting when refreshedevery year, but buying the same old boring ruleryear after year is simply a waste of money.

Make a list with your children. Put everythingyou need on that list, and be clear that once the listis done, it’s done. Having everyone on the samepage with a complete list helps ensure nothing vitalis forgotten, and the list can serve as a handy tool to keep your budget in check. Get uber organizedusing vibrant Sarasa gel pens by Zebra to createlists color-coded by kid or category to make yourshopping more manageable.

Begin shopping as early as possible. Hunt bar -gains before the traditional back-to-school season to get the best deals. Not only will you save somecash, shopping before the rush will give you awider selection to choose from, so you’re sure tofind the items you need in the styles you (and yourkids) want. Spreading the shopping over severalweeks or months also allows you to distribute theexpense across several pay periods, helping lessenthe chance that you blow your monthly budget withone mega shopping excursion.

Be a savvy online shopper. Check out yourfavorite brands and retailers online, and sign up for their email alerts, so you’ll be in the know whenthe best deals hit. Many retailers now offer online-only specials, so watch ads closely to know whenyou’re better served making purchases in-store oronline. Also keep an eye out for free or reducedshipping for extra savings that make it even cheaperthan buying in person when you factor in the costof gas. Remember that you can also rely on socialmedia to follow back-to-school offers and hashtags.

Create a back-up bin at home. You may findthat your kids consistently run out of certain itemsmidyear. Devote a special area of your home tokeep extras in stock, and take advantage of salesduring back-to-school season or buy in bulk to get a better price.

Put quality ahead of price. While it’s tempt -ing to go for cheap when your list is long, remem -ber that sometimes quality buys actually savemore in the long run. You can buy a ton of cheappens that skip, or simply stop working. Or youcan look at alternatives, such as Zebra’s Z-Gripbrand, which are affordable, quality pens thatallow children to focus on writing, not on thepen. Known for delivering a smooth-flowingwriting experience at a great value, a Z-Grip pen truly delivers for young learners.

Make your children shopping buddies.Involve your kids in the back-to-school shop-ping process by giving them a budget. Help them allocate money for all the expenses, includ -ing clothing, school supplies, shoes and more.Use the opportunity to talk about how shoppingsmart for the necessities can leave room for somefun buys, too.

Reduce and reuse. Save plastic and money byencouraging kids to embrace reusable items, suchas lunch bags in place of paper sacks and plasticcontainers instead of sandwich bags. If waterbottles are allowed at school, look for a durablerefillable option that can be used again and again.

Make the old new again. Turn barely useditems into something new by decorating oradding stickers. Not only is this a fun activitythat can help get the kids excited about andengaged in planning for the year ahead, it’s easy on the budget and eco-friendly. Keepleftover supplies on hand to revive theenthusiasm with fresh designs at the end of the quarter or semester.

Swap with other moms. Make back-to-schooltime more fun by hosting a swap event with othermoms for clothing, backpacks, shoes, etc. Itseems that kids are forever trading with theirfriends, so embrace that mindset and see whatexciting new treasures you can find for your kids to call their own.

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Three Ways Air Quality Affects Your Ability To Think (NAPSI)—Scientifi c evidence shows that breathing polluted air can impair memory and reasoning, reduce academic performance and even result in lower intelligence—but you don’t have to put up with it. Here are three important ways air quality directly affects your ability to think: 1. Standardized tests Standardized tests have become in-creasingly important in education. Par-ents and educators already debate the potential effect of family income, cul-tural background, gender and other in-fl uences on test results. Now, research-ers also look closely at the effect of air quality on standardized test scores—and conclude that it’s signifi cant. One study of schoolchildren in Southern California found that expo-sure to higher levels of fi ne particu-late air pollution (known as PM2.5) is linked to consistently lower scores on standardized tests in math and reading. A separate study of fi fth-grade school-children concluded that every increase of 2.1 cubic feet per minute (cfm) in ventilation was associated with a 2.9 percent increase in students passing a standardized math test. 2. Getting older Evidence is growing that cognitive decline associated with aging is at least partially related to breathing air pol-lution. In one study, scientists admin-istered math and memory tests to 780 people age 55 or older, then correlated scores with pollution levels where the participants lived. After adjusting the results for education, employment and other factors, the researchers still found signifi cant differences in scores based on air quality. Participants in areas with high pollution levels had error scores that were 150 percent higher than those living in areas with low pollution. 3. Memory Neuroscience researchers exposed mice to high levels of particulate air pollution (similar to levels in Beijing or Mexico City) for 10 months. They observed that the mice exposed to high pollution levels took longer to navigate through a maze and made more mis-takes. Examining the brains of the mice exposed to pollution, the researchers found physical changes in the tips of neurons in the part of the brain respon-sible for memory. The researchers also found that the mice exposed to high levels of pollution showed increased levels of pro-infl ammatory chemicals in the brain. What You Can Do Each person can help reduce the sources of pollution, better ventilate

indoor environments and support air fi ltration for schools and other places as needed. Here are a few examples of positive steps that can clean the air: Get involved: Schools with better in-door air quality have better attendance rates and test scores. You can ask the school principal, school board mem-bers or the American Lung Association what you can do to get involved in im-proving classroom air quality. Avoid unnecessary exposure: Avoid unnecessary exposure to outdoor air pollution and use a high-performance air purifi er such as the IQAir HealthPro Plus to keep the air clean at home. Visit

www.iqair.com for more information. To see a ranking of the best and worst regions of the nation in terms of air pol-lution, visit www.stateoftheair.org. Reduce air pollution: Conserving en-ergy, recycling, driving less or driving low-polluting vehicles—the choices you make can help reduce air pollution for everyone. The negative effect of air pollution on the ability to think is just one of the many ways air pollution af-fects health. By taking action today to reduce air pollution, you can help en-sure a cleaner, smarter future for all of us.

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FAMILY FEATURES

Water heaters are energy intensive appli ances. In fact, they

are the second largest energy user in the home, and as they

age, they become less efficient, requiring even more energy.

If you don’t know the age of your current water heater, or think

it may be reaching the end of its useful life span, it may be time to

make a switch, says home improvement expert Danny Lipford, host

of “Today’s Homeowner” TV and radio show.

Lipford suggests keeping these factors in mind as you evaluate

whether it’s time to make an upgrade.

Dump Water Heating Costs The U.S. Department of Energy offersthese tips for cutting costs for waterheating at home:

� Moderate your hot water usage. Curbshower time, and use shorter washcycles when possible.

� Regulate usage further by using low-flow faucets and showerheads.

� Buy a more efficient water heater.Tankless models, for example, are up to 34 times more efficient thanother models.

� Consider an alternate power source.Propane-powered tankless waterheaters can save more than $300annually.

� Manage your hot water usage fordishwashing and laundry appliancesby buying Energy Star models.

� Turn down your water heater’sthermostat.

� Insulate your water heater tank andpipes according to manu facturerguidelines.

� Don’t let money trickle down thedrain. Fix leaks to prevent waste.


Waiting until a current water heater fails will likely cost more in the long run.Accord ing to U.S. Department of Energyestimates, the average family spends $400 to$600 each year on water heating costs, and asan older unit ages its efficiency continues toerode. Rising water heating costs year afteryear could be a sign that it’s time to replaceyour unit. By switching to a new energy-efficient water heater or a new energy source,you could save hundreds of dollars each year.

Depending on where you live and howoften you use your water heater, a tanklesswater heater could drastically lower yourannual water heating costs compared withelectric storage tank models, which areworking to heat water even when it’s notneeded. The energy source also affects yoursavings potential. For example, in comparisontests with electric units, propane-poweredtankless water heaters saved more than $300 annually.

The size and cost of water heaters haveincreased dramatically. In April of this year,the National Appliance Energy ConservationAct went into effect, increasing minimumenergy efficiency standards for water heatersin your home. This means manufacturers are required to make more energy-efficientmodels, which ultimately saves homeownersmoney. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energyestimates that the latest guidelines will savehomeowners $63 billion in home energy costsbetween now and 2044.

However, these standards also mean tanksizes must increase. Some homes may nothave room readily available for an electricstorage tank that meets the new standards,which means the instal lation process couldtake longer and cost more, while limitingaccess to hot water for days. Even new waterheaters such as heat pump models, which areknown for their efficiency, require extra spaceto operate effectively. Heat pump waterheaters require 1,000 cubic feet of space, the equivalent of a 12-by-12-foot room, andoperate best in spaces where cooling and

noise will not be a problem. Propane tanklessmodels offer greater space flexibility.

Figuring the long-term value on yournext water heater is important. Most waterheaters should be replaced every 10 to 12years. To make the right choice for replace -ment, you should factor in the annual cost ofownership, which is the cost of originalequipment, installation and expected annualenergy costs divided over the unit’s lifetime.

Both high-efficiency propane storage tankheaters and tankless models deliver lowerannual ownership costs than electric or heat -ing oil. At the same time, tankless waterheaters also have a much longer life span than storage models – they can last 5 to 10years longer than storage water heaters.

A water heater upgrade is an oppor tunityto downgrade your carbon footprint. U.S.Department of Energy data suggests the newmanufacturing guidelines implemented thisyear will prevent as much as 172.5 millionmetric tons of carbon dioxideemissions, about the same astaking 33.8 million vehicles off the road. Upgrading to anewer, more efficient modelmeans you’re helping with that effort.

Compared with standardefficiency electric storage tankmodels, propane produced twotimes fewer emissions. Thedifference amounts to about1,300 pounds of carbondioxide a year, the equivalentof driving a car more than18,000 miles.

Find more information on propane-powered waterheaters and the new energyconservation standards atKnowYourWaterHeater.com,where you can also take a shortquiz to help figure out whetherit’s time to pull the plug onyour current water heater.

Danny Lipford

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