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By Elsie Walker nce our girl, always our girl," is how Terry Karns of Stanhope describes those who have competed for the titles of Miss Tri-County, Miss Northern Lakes, and Miss Gateway. Karns is the Executive Director of the Miss Gateway Scholarship Pageant. While many might picture the atmosphere of a pageant in the Miss America systems as cutthroat, this is anything but that. It is a family, with some of the backstage volunteers literally relatives of past pageant winners or past winners themselves. These people have seen what competing in the scholarship pageants can do for young women and want to play that forward. At this years pageant, held on October 6th, that family watched as Krysten Moore of Mahwah was crowned Miss Gateway; Nicole Washington of Scotch Plains, Miss Tri-country; and Andi Cocozza of Ocean City, Miss Northern Lakes. They will compete for the Miss New Jersey crown in June 2013. The competition for the three titles was held under one roof, that of the Stanhope United Methodist Church in Netcong. In addition to Karns, there are two other executive directors: Sharon Rosequist, Netcong, Executive Director Miss Tri-County Scholarship Pageant and Joanne Viscito, Berkeley
Local Scholarship Pageant Held
During a break in rehearsals, the future Miss Tri-county, Nicole Washington of Scotch Plains, and future Miss Gateway, Krysten Moore of Mahwah, pose for a picture.
Heights, Executive Director Miss Northern Lakes Scholarship Pageant. This is a volunteer organization, but it is clear that it is a labor of love for those involved. During the day, amid the hustle and bustle of wardrobe changes, rehearsing for the talent portion of the program and psyching themselves up for the interview segment, it is not uncommon for contestants to look for mom for help. In this case, mom means Willadene Karns of Stanhope or Sue Miller of Ventnor. Willadene Karns is married to pageant director Terry Karns. Their daughter participated in pageants for 10 years. They saw the poise and confidence it gave their daughter and wanted to help other young women. Now Willadene Karns volunteers
behind the scenes as backstage director and chair of hostesses. Also, she sings with the Adelines Hickory Chorus which provides entertainment at the pageant. With pride, Miller will tell you of how her daughter went from titleholder to optometrist, Dr. Heather Miller. Contestant coordinator, Sue Miller also makes one of the outfits won by each of the new titleholders. Other friends and family are involved, too. Bill Larabee, of Stanhope, handles the program book and knows Karns from their church. The name Rosequist reflects three generations of volunteers at the event: Bill and Sharon, their children Michael Rosequist and Kerry Milone-Clapp, and grandson Joshua Rosequist and his girlfriend, Emily
Hughes. Terry Karns proudly shared that his grandson, Kyle McHugh, was to introduce a special guest, Miss New Jersey. This years emcees and entertainers were past titleholders: Dr. Heather Miller of Ventnor, Kaitlin Davis of Millville, Sammi-Jo Dance, who is studying at Rutgers, and Douglas College alumni, Michelle Goldberg. Anyone can put on lipstick, said Davis in emphasizing that the pageant is more that the stereotype people may have in their minds. The Program Manager of Childrens Miracle Network Initiatives for the Childrens Specialist Hospital Foundation, Davis emphasized that the skills and poise learned for the interview segment of the competition make contestants ready to tackle the continued on page 15
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et ready for Netcongs second annual Holiday Parade! On Sunday, December 2nd, just prior to the Annual Tree Lighting festivities, Netcong Recreation will sponsor a Holiday Parade. The parade will kick off at 5pm sharp at the corner of College Road and Allen Street. The parade route will continue down Allen Street, across Route 183 onto Main Street, making a left onto Maple Avenue, ending in front of the Fire House. There will be marchers, floats, and decorated fire trucks & police cars. Come out
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and line the streets to support our first holiday parade. There may even be a special visitor at the end of the parade. After the parade we invite all to attend the tree lighting festivities at the Maple Ave Firehouse. We will offer photos with Santa and desserts donated by The Netcong Community Partnership. If you or your organization would like to participate in our parade, simply complete the registration form on our website www.netcong.org/recreation or email us at recreation@netcong.org.
hursday, October 25 at American Legion Post 278, 119 Rt. 183/206 No. Stanhope, NJ. Refreshments provided 11:30 a.m.Sussex County Nurse administering free flu shots during social hour. Bring your Medicare card. Meeting begins 12:30 p.m.Guest speaker: Robert Kanapaux, Mortician. Stanhope residents 55 yrs or older. $10/yr dues. Call Marsha Wyckoff at973-347-4452 for more information.
Stanhope Borough Senior Citizens Club Meeting
oxbury Fire Co. # 2 presents their 3rd Annual Haunted Beach (HeId at the Shore Hills Beach, Mt. Arlington, Landing.) on October 19th & 20th and October 26th & 27th, Adults, over 10 years old from 8:30pm to 11:00pm (weather permitting). Childrens Hour 7:00 to 8:00pm for kids 5 to 10 years old. $7.00 admission at door. Advance tickets can be purchased also for $7.00 at The Landing
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he Stanhope's Home and School Association held it's 3rd annual Square Dance Family Fun Night on Friday, September 21st. More than 70 people attended this event. Caller Howard Richman lead the Stanhope families in the fun. Participants learned dances such as the Virgina Real, Cotton Eye Joe and many more. Nicolette Heinen and Carly Costanza of Girl Scout Troop 555 voluntereed to sell refreshments. John R. Spooner also photographed the event. The Square Dance was free for the school children and their families. Stanhope HSA sponsors various events throughout the year to enrich the academic community at Stanhope School. Fundraisers also provide an opportunity to purchase equipment and other materials for the school.
3rd Annual Square Dance Family Fun Night
eeking crafty people who create All handmade and homemade items. No retail items please. If you have something "different & unique" to display then this is the place to be for the day. On Saturday, November 10 th, 2012, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Saint Jude's Parish Center (building behind the church on top of the hill) 40 Maxim Drive, Hopatcong, NJ will be hosting a Winter Wonderland Craft Show. 8 ft. Tables and chairs are provided.
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Please provide a treasure hunt gift(s). $5.00 minimum value. Pre-paid early bird applications are as follows: Payments received with your application before: Wednesday, october 17th , 2012 - 1 table: $25.00, 2 tables: $45.00, 3 tables: $65.00, payments and applications received after Wednesday, october 17th , 2012 - 1 table: $35.00, 2 tables: $65.00, 3 tables: $95.00 For info and registration please contact 973 895-5637 Francesca "The Fair Ladies"
Caller, Howard Richman demonstrating dance steps with Jakob Laurie.
ocal author, Robert Jones, has just released his fourth book on Americas Civil War. His first release in 2007 was The Civil War Canteen and three years later it was followed up with a second edition. Loaded with photographs and descriptions, it covers just about every type used by the Civil War soldier both North and South during the period of 1861 - 1865. This was followed by Battle of Gettysburg The Relics, Artifacts, & Souvenirs, which was a first of its kind. Thousands of books have been done on the Civil War; some say that excluding religion, it is the most written about subject in history. Gettysburg was the largest and costliest battle of the Civil War, and has always been one of the leading topics, but nothing was written about the relics and artifacts which were recovered from the battlefield, or the pieces from the early museums, or those brought home by returning veterans. This book not only covers those items, but also the unique souvenirs from the late 19th century, right up until todays examples. Anxious to get todays youth more involved in American history, Mr. Jones published his first childrens book titled Children at the Battle of Gettysburg Their Unforgettable Summer. The story is fictional, but based on actual events just prior to and through the 1863 Pennsylvania battle. It lets children learn about Gettysburg and the Civil War in a
Local Author Releases Fourth Book on the Civil War Civil War Artillery A Pictorial Introduction
fun and exciting way without even realizing it. The gory details of war were purposely avoided and the kids today can almost put themselves directly in the middle of a once in a lifetime experience. His latest project is Civil War Artillery A Pictorial Introduction. It lets the reader take a trip through time beginning with the infancy of artillery during the American Revolution until the final shots of the Civil War were fired at Appomattox, Virginia in 1865. There is a mix of ordnance and battlefields, along with the personal experiences and fears many of the men had to face while serving with the artillery. Most of the major battles are visited, along with some lesser engagements, and the role that the artillery played regarding their outcome. With over 500 photographs, (many previously unpublished), one gets a real feel what it was like in the artillery during the Civil War. About the Author: Mr. Jones is a lifelong resident of New Jersey, originally from the Passaic area and now resides in Stanhope for many years. He is an Army veteran, having served with the artillery in the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam. Over the years, Robert has been well known for his displays and exhibits throughout New Jersey, including such places as The Newark Museum, The New Jersey Historical Society,
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Cooper Grist Mill, and numerous other locations throughout the state. In 2003 he was in the movie Gods and Generals during some of the First Manassas and Chancellorsville scenes. He has written numerous articles for The North/South Trader Civil War magazine and has contributed and been acknowledged in several Civil War related books. Some of these works involve New Jersey history, such as Drummer Boy Willie McGee, Civil War Hero and Fraud, by Thomas Fox and The Mutinous Regiment, by John G. Zinn. He is the past President and member of the 33rd New Jersey Volunteer Infantry, a reenacting group which represents the original New Jersey unit which served with distinction during the Civil War. Mr. Jones will be doing a Civil War exhibit and display, along with a book signing during the Pathways of History event on October 20th and 21st. He will be at the historic Miller-Kingsland House, located at 445 Vreeland Ave., Boonton, NJ. This annual event is a tour of five local museums, each having its own presentation. He will also be signing his books in Gettysburg November 15 17. Signed books are also available directly from him at Bob33rd@optonline.net or at http://lulu.com/spotlight/ civilwarbooks
he Musconetcong Foundryman Historical Society's historian Brian Morrell is conducting a walking tour of the Morris Canal remnants in Stanhop on Sunday October 21,2012 at 1PM. Meet at
Morris Canal Walking Tour
the Plaster Mill ruins behind the Stanhope Post Office. The tour,approximately 2 hours, goes rain or shine, bring your camera. Advance registration is required, call Janice Hunts,973-448-4180.
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October 21, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Musconetcong Lodge No. 42 F & AM Route 46 & International Drive S. Budd Lake, NJ 07828 Adults - $7.00; Children 10 & under - $4.00 Seniors 62 & over - $6.00 Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast, Eggs, Home Fries, Bacon, Sausage, Pork Roll, Coffee, Tea, Milk & O.J. Bring the family and enjoy nice, inexpensive meal out.
endors are needed for the Project graduation 2013 holiday fair to be held on Saturday November 17th 2012 from 9:00am to 2:00pm At Hopatcong High school cafeteria, 2 Windsor Ave Hopatcong NJ 07843. This is an all inside event. Vendors can start setting up at 8:00 am and we must be out of the school by 3pm. Pricing is $25.00 for a 10x10 space. You must bring your own table. Once we receive your paperwork and check, then you have reserved your place. We will not hold a space without all of the paperwork and
Hopatcong HS Project Graduation 2013 Hosting A Vendor Holiday Fair
check. No doubles on vendors. We are also asking for a donation of a basket or item to be included in our tricky tray for March 2013. This is an added donation and is not required to participate in this event. Vendor application and release form must be filled out in its entirety to be accepted. Please make checks payable to: Hopatcong Project Graduation 2013. Return applications, vendor general release and check to: In care of: Loreen Callahan at address above. For more information-908-963-1766 or lpc63@ optonline.net.
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Contestants at last year's Chili Cook-off await the "People's Choice" announcement.
by Elsie Walker n October 20th, chili will be the word on everyones lips, and its flavor tantalizing the taste buds at the 2nd Annual Chili Cook-off at the Stanhope United Methodist Church. The event begins at 6:30pm. The church is located at #2 Route 183 in Netcong. The chili cook-off winner is picked by popular vote. Last year, Pam Wootton of Stanhope, walked away with the champion trophy. Rev. Tom Kinter, pastor of the church, noted that in the previous competition, the varieties of chilly included tradi-
tional hot and mild chili, chili with turkey, chili with beef and a diabetic chili. Also, some contestants brought extra fixings, such as peppers and sour cream. Anyone of any age can bring a pot of chili for the competition. Theres no registration and no cost. Basically, its an offering to the community. Its a good introduction to the church familyto come and join us, have a meal, and see the church at play, Kinter shared. In addition to chili, there will be chili alternatives, such as chicken fingers. We recognize that not everyone likes chili so we offer
an alternative choiceespecially for the children, said Kinter. He noted that last year there was a good mix of church family and people from the community. He said that it is a good intergenerational events which appeals to senior, singles, and families. Theres no cost, but if [people] are able to bring a side dish, such as mac and cheese or a salad, that would be great, said Kinter. For more information, call the church at: 973-347-0247.
eeing double? That is the case at St. Michael Catholic School in Netcong , New Jersey, where there are six sets of twins in this years kindergarten classes! Each class has two sets of twins which helps make the classrooms twice as nice! Mrs. Mary Jacobs, Miss Caitlin Gargiulo and Miss Lisa Grabowski, the three kindergarten teachers, have all observed the special bond the twins have. They are best friends and are very supportive of each other all three teachers commented. They seem to bring out the best in each other through a healthy, competitive nature, states Miss Grabowski. And, they are very protective of one another. Miss Gargiulo acknowledges that it is difficult to tell them apart. She has tried to decipher a freckle or two that is different on one twin to help distinguish who they are. She feels, The other children in the class accept their classmates as individuals and have an easier time at identifying who they are! Mrs. Jacobs has noticed how different
St. Michaels School is Seeing Double

the twins personalities are. Even the identical twins in my class have different personalities, she explains. The difference in their mannerisms is what really helps their classmates tell them apart. All three teachers separate the twins during activities to encourage their independence and ensure they have the opportunity to teach each twin as an individual. It is interesting to learn how much twins have in common, whether together or apart. Mr. Ernest Jackson, principal of St. Michael School, said the decision to keep the six sets of twins together was based on making the transition to school easier for the children and their families. It makes for a consistent learning environment for the children and their parents, he notes. We are blessed at St. Michael School to have the opportunity to help these youngsters transition into a new chapter of their lives. Jackson added, I am sure it is going to be an adventurous year! You know what they say, Double the fun!
Front Row Lt to Rt : Delaney & Roisin Y., Ryan & Jude H., Gianna & Gabriella B., Second Row Lt to Rt: Luciano & Mateo F., Robert & Riley C., Peter & Demitri D. Teachers: Lt to Rt. Lisa Grabowski, Mary Jacobs, Caitlin Gargiulo
Seeking venders retail & crafters Plus a cash for gold & silver service. For the month of October for Breast Care Awareness Toyota of Morristown, 169 Ridgedale ave., Morristown Limited spaces are available You choose your days to participate Depending on availability Monday thru friday 11am - 2 pm $25.00 , 11am - 4 pm $35.00, 11am - 6/7pm $45.00 A donation to breast cancer research is requested Info & reservations Call Francesca 973-895-5637
Merger of Two Historic Youth Football Programs
Submitted by Greg Cooper - Director of PR or the past 50 years youth football in Byram, Netcong and Stanhope was represented with two programs rich in tradition. Over the years the programs names have changed to be more representative of the geographic and educational boundaries. If you played for the Netcong Indians, Lenape Valley Indians, Lenape Valley Jr Patriots, Andover Arrows, Lenape Valley Arrows or Lenape Valley Patriots Midget Football & Cheerleading programs you enjoyed an experience that helped formed who you are today. For many years the dedication of hard-working volunteers
worked to bring the two organizations together. We are pleased to announce that one unified football and cheerleading organization has been born from the legacy of these two tradition rich programs. Together we will achieve more. Our season is off to a strong start with many exciting things to happen. We welcome back all of our alumni football players and cheerleaders. Please visit our website www.lenapevalleypatriot s.org for all the latest information and game schedules. TRADITION STARTS TODAY.
n Saturday, November 10th 2012, 11:00am to 5:00pm, Saint Judes will be hosting a Holiday Craft Show located in the Parish Center (Building behind the church on top of the hill), 40 Maxim Drive, Hopatcong, 973-398-6377 Something for Everyone... Handmade items and gifts for kids, adults, pets, home,
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including: ceramics, wood products, jewelry, candles Homemade baked goods, candy, Many Different and Unique items. Over 50 venders. Free Raffle Ticket For Door Prizes, Treasure Hunt, Food available for purchase. For more info call Francesca at 973-8955637.
Chinese and Sports Play Important Role at St. Michaels

learn it when they are older. You have to start it early. We are putting it in the elementary school and making it more difficult in the upper grades as we go. Instructor Dongmei Li is teaching all the students Chinese, the language, its culture and customs. Students in grades fifth through sixth meet with her three times a week; grades third and fourth, one day a week; and kindergarten through second are learning Chinese in an after-school club. One class will sponsor a Chinese theme when they present their Christmas play. We are trying to bring different cultures into our Christmas pageant, says Jackson. Dongmei Li of Randolph has been teaching Chinese in the local schools for the past 10 years. She spent the first 25 years of her life in Beijing, China, before coming to the United States. She says her teaching approach differs for each grade level. For the younger students, Li teaches Chinese one day a week through songs, poems and simple sentences. For fifth through seventh graders, she teaches three lessons weekly focusing on phrases, Chinese phonics and how to write and read Chinese. By the end of the year, they will be able to do a dialogue with other people, says Li. At back to school night, a bunch of kindergarten parents signed up to have their students join the Chinese club. Li says she has 20 kindergarten students and some in second grade who meet after school twice weekly to learn Chinese by doing crafts, Chinese origami, Chinese painting, handwriting with a brush pen, Chinese dancing, and Chinese games. With activity, they can learn some words and sentences, she says. Teaching students about her language and culture is a great pleasure to Li. Its a pleasure to teach the young kids to learn Chinese, says Li. Its an intense language to open a window and look at the world. A lot of people speak Chinese. If
By Cheryl Conway tudents at The St. Michael School in Netcong are preparing for their future by learning to speak Chinese. Introduced just this school year, students in grades kindergarten through seventh at the Catholic elementary school are learning the Chinese language and culture. A new instructor from Beijing, China, has been leading the sessions. Adding Chinese into the curriculum will provide students with the tools they need to be competitive in the workplace, according to Ernie Jackson, principal of the St. Michaels School. Jackson says that getting kids ready for their professional lives is one of his top priorities. If you can read or write Chinese these kids will never be unemployed, says Jackson. You look at our economy, we are going to be a global environment in a year or two if we are not there already. Our business partner is China. China is a big player in our economy right now. We have to prepare our children. When considering the global economy, Jackson says that Chinese, Spanish and English will be the three global languages, rather than French and German. Since Chinese is a more difficult language to learn, Jackson decided to have all of the grades start at some level. I believe Chinese is not an easy language, says Jackson. Its a lot harder to
kids have the opportunity to learn another culture, it will benefit them in the future. Its very joyful. Li admits, Its not easy, to learn Chinese. Some people think its a hard language. But Li says learning Chinese is different than learning another language like Spanish or English because its a picture language. Li says, I tell them words come from picture. Theres meaning in the picture. If they understand the picture, they undercontinued on page 12
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Page 12, October 2012, Tell Them You Saw It In The Musconetcong News continued from page 10 stand the meaning there. She agrees with starting students earlier to learn the language. I think any language, if you start younger, its easier. Some can come at age 40 or 30, its harder. Li says she learned English when she was 25 and she still has a Chinese accent and I still may not pronounce it correctly. Every language is the same, when you start young you pick up very quick. For example, with the word wood, they draw a tree. A picture of a bunch of trees would mean a forest. Adding Chinese into the curriculum is not the only thing new happening at St. Michaels School. To keep up with technology, the school recently purchased a few smart tables for the lower grades. This past summer, Jackson says they put in five smart boards that are configured as tables in grades pre-K through fourth to be used as a collaborative tool for the students. For example, if children are working together on something and they do not agree, then the machine will not select their response as an answer. They can collaborate at a younger age with the new smart board, Jackson says. The smart table helps them to collaborate. It teaches them at a younger age how to collaborate.
Chinese and Sports...
Also new this year is sports. Jackson hired a new priest coach to run the schools soccer team. When Jackson started as principal last year, he says there were no sports at the school. Now there is soccer, volleyball, basketball, baseball, bowling, tennis, gymnastics, cheerleading, golf and equestrian. Jackson also brought in a new athletic director to run the sports at the school. The teams will be competing at an intramural level against other Catholic schools and youth club teams. Robert Tester of Mt. Olive- a professional football scout and former football professional coach and player- has volunteered to serve as athletic director at the school. He says there are currently 30 to 40 students in the boys/girls soccer program. He is currently setting up the other sports program such as basketball with the Morris County Catholic Basketball League. Tester, who has two children attending the St. Michaels School, says sports are important to have in a school program because it builds lifelong friendships. It bonds them together outside of school. It builds character and competition. It helps them with team building as well as individual growth. Athletics, its important they get out and exercise and run, says Tester. Some of my best memories are getting out and running from playing sports. Building a
program for these kids, thats the most important thing. Whether its language, technology or sports, This school is trying to develop the whole person, says Jackson. Were looking at athletics and academics. In addition to sports, also added to the St. Michaels program this year is robotics, an art club, band and drama. We are trying to inspire motivation for after school, says Jackson. We are trying
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by Elsie Walker or most of us, ghosts are something we only think of at Halloween. Even then, our images of ghosts may be of hovering white sheets and our experiences with paranormal activity might be limited to things weve seen in movies. However, for Laura (Laura) Hladik and Dina Chirrco, ghost hunting, investigating the paranormal is a year- round fascination which has yielded some real life experiences. Hladik, also known as Ghost Chick, is the founder of the New Jersey Ghost Hunters Society. Chirrco is the Team Leader for the North Jersey Division that meets in Hackettstown. In total, the society has 785 members with approximately 55% of the membership coming from North Jersey Ive had a fascination with ghosts and the paranormal since childhood. I started doing investigations in 1993, and in 1998 after attending the IGHS [International Ghost Hunters Society]Ghost Conference in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, I founded the NJGHS, said Hladik. She shared that the [NJGHS]societys mission is: To search out definitive proof of life beyond the grave. To provide paranormal
investigations to those who request them, free of charge. To train those individuals, who so desire and become members of the NJGHS, in the protocols of professional, ethical and scientific paranormal investigating. Chirrco has been with the society since its early days, I have always been interested in ghosts and the paranormal since I was a child. In my teenage years, I began to have experiences and in 1998, joined the NJGHS to explore my interest and curiosity further with other people. When asked about ghost stories, both Hladik and Chirrco had some local ones to share. I've had a few encounters right in Union Cemetery in Hackettstown. One time, I heard someone running on the pavement coming toward me, but I couldn't see anyone. I also saw what is called a shadow person moving around. I don't get scared, just curious and intrigued to find out more, Chirrco said Hladik has also had a memorable Hackettstown encounter which she shared with News 12. It was great getting to investigate the former Charlie Browns restaurant in continued on page 15
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Hackettstown with News 12 NJs Syma Chowdry in 2008. She actually experienced a discarnate voice talking about her the Halloween day we were doing the segment there on live TV, Hladik said . In addition to investigations, Hladik gives presentations at state libraries about ghost-related topics. While investigating the paranormal is something the NJGHS does year round, this time of year make others more curious of certain things theyve heard or seen. There is always a spike in traffic to the NJGHS web site [http://www.njghs.net/ njghshome.html] during this season, and some inquiries do warrant dispatching a team to investigate, said Hladik. Speaking of investigations, the NJGHS offers continued from page 14
training to members. For the Lifetime Member, the training of two cemetery hunts of tagging along with the Team Leader must be completed in order to be considered for a private investigative team. This training includes equipment review and hands-on practice in the cemeteries that weve
NJGHS Gals - Chirrco, Hladik and another member at a past ghost conference in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. received clearance for ahead of time to investigate in. Higher-end training is the Certification program that is conducted at Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In fact, we have a couple more spots for the training and certification to take place there in March 2013, said Hladik. Details and registration are available at http://www.njghs.net/certification.html Interestingly enough, the society does not sponsor or host any Halloween events. However, when yours is a society that investigates the paranormal, every day is Halloween.
continued from front page interview process faced in the work world. This year, each new titleholder received a $500 US Saving Bond, a crown, a sash, flowers, an all-expense paid trip to Ocean City, New Jersey for the Miss NJ Pageant 2013, a gift certificate to Cocos Chateau, a gift certificate to Rue Royale Couture, professional coaching sessions for interview skills, custom tailoring for Miss New Jersey preparations plus the three title holders spilt a $4000 scholarship for Exclusive Fitness and Nutrition Guidance. Former winners supported the new titleholders. Michelle Goldberg, donated the $4,000 scholarship for exclusive fitness and nutrition guidance. Goldberg is a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Consultant. Georgi Dimaria, a former Miss Gateway, provided a scholarship Sammi-Jo Danze (Miss for the new Miss Gateway. Northern Lakes 2011) and the Royal Count donated the pageant sashes. In addition, a variety of sponsors helped to make the pageant a success by donating scholarship money, crowns, flowers, food, and other items While the Miss Gateway, Miss Northern Lakes, and Miss Tri-County winners have been crowned, thats not the last the winners have seen of their pageant family. Come June 2013, Karns will be in the audience cheering on the local winners as they compete in the Miss New Jersey pageant. "Once our girl, always our girl," reminded Karns.
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ow is the season for some good apple and pumpkin picking, your best bet is the new Stony Hill PickYour-Own Farm, 197 Parker Road in Long Valley. According to Dale Davis IV at Stony Hill, their large selection of apples and pumpkins are ready for picking every Saturday and Sunday now through October 28th. Picking hours are 10am to 5pm, weather permitting, with the last picking ticket sold at 4 pm. Davis says were lucky because so many farms across the nation had really poor crops because of this years weather conditions. Whether you like your apples crisp and tart or crisp and sweet, Stony Hills Pick Your Own farm offers 14 varieties of apples available including: Fuji, Gibson Gold, Granny Smith, Jonagold, MacInstosh,
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Macoun, Melrose, Mollies Delicious, Mutsu, Pink Lady, Snow Sweet, Stayman, and Winesap. Davis recommends calling 908-879-0086 or visiting their Facebook page to see which variety is ripe for the picking. At Stony Hill Pick-Your-Own Farm, they grow their own pumpkins for you to enjoy all fall long. Pumpkins are for sale at the store front or you can take a hayride into our fields to find your pumpkins. Theres a general admission fee of $5.99 to enter the Pick-Your-Own Farm and the admission fee includes unlimited hayrides to and from the pick-your-own fields, access to the fields, and admission to the mini corn maze. All items that you pick must then be purchased separately at the store and are sold by the pound. The Stony Hill Pick-Your-Own Farm also features a market with home-baked
pies and cider donuts, pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, mums and other items for fall decorating. Theres no better time to experience the agricultural equivalent of do-it-yourself produce picking that has truly gained in
popularity during the past few years. Stony Hills Pick-Your-Own Farm is located 2 miles off Route 24/Route 513 at 197 Parker Road in Long Valley. Stony Hills website is www.StonyHillNJ.com.
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ctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and through October 31st, Alfonso's Salon is joining the fight to defeat breast cancer, the second leading cancer killer of women. The salon is offering pink hair extensions to commemorate the cause. The extensions are available in two shades of pink for $12 each and cash is required. A limited quantity of the light pink version is available. There is also a limited supply of pink feathers,
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too. 100 percent of donations and profits for this fundraiser will benefit the Susan G. Komen for the Cure "We are proud to help where we can to raise funds to assist research, increase awareness and promote screenings," says Alfonso Merola, owner/stylist of Alfonso's Salon at Sutton Plaza. "Breast Cancer affects so many families. I have seen it touch the lives of many of my clients, and happily count some as successful survivors of this disease". The salon has received two awards for their efforts to help defeat breast cancer. The non-permanent extensions are a simple process and it takes only about five minutes to apply, Alfonso reports. "We compress the pink extensions into the hair without causing any harm to the client's own hair. They look great on women of all ages, from kids to seniors, with some customers getting two or three at a time. They can be easily cut to any length the client wants and will stay in as long as a moisturizing shampoo or hair conditioner is not used on the root area. Alfonso is particularly excited about working with groups for this worthy fundraiser. Last year he was invited to Morristown Medical Center to apply extentions to the Labor and Delivery staff during the shift change in their department. Cheerleaders from Blairstown came in as a team to show their support, as well as a few girls' sports teams from the local high school. It's a fund raiser and team
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he Netcong Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary is sponsoring a Spooktacular Halloween Breakfast on Saturday, October 27, 2012, from 8:00am to 11:00am at the Hilltop Firehouse, College Rd & Allen St. Breakfast will be a Buffet Style Breakfast (pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, muffins, juice & coffee). Pre-Sale Cost: Children (up to age 10) $6.00 and Adults - $8.00. At Door Cost Children (up to age 10) $7.00 and Adults - $9.00 For more Information or to purchase tickets call Sharon at 201-874-9634 or Karen at 201-230-4877
building exercise all in one! The salon will gladly accept any donation even if customers don't want to take advantage of the hair extension services. A jar will be available at the front desk to anyone wishing to help the fight for a cure. Donation jars can also be found at Valentino's Pizzeria, Verizon Wireless store, Wine Rack, Flanders Cleaners, Flanders Bagels, and Mandrin Village, all located in the mall. In business for 30 years, Alfonso's is a full-service salon, specializing in complete hair services such as color, cuts, styling and specialized smoothing systems such as Keratin Straightening System and Keratin Express as well as perms and conditioning treatments. Manicures, pedicures and waxing services are also provided. Hair extensions are done all year round. Throughout his career, Alfonso has devoted all of his time to the betterment of the hair industry. He has done shows and demonstrations throughout every county in New Jersey, has taught classes in N.Y. City, Boston, Atlantic City etc. Also, past director of the N.J. Hair Fashion Committee, past chairman of the Warren County Hairdressers Association, show artist for Scruples, Framesi, Bain De Terre. Studied and/or assisted some of the great names in the industry Paul Mitchell, the man himself, Irvine Rusk, Gary Brey - past coach for the U.S.Hairdressing Olympic Team, and many others. His passion is training new, upcoming stylists.
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But for those concerned about glare and fading flooring, rugs and furniture from the sun caused by uncovered windows, window tinting may be the best option. Excellent Window Tinting Inc. in Millstone Twp. provides window tinting for residential and commercial use. Window tinting is beneficial in helping to reduce energy costs, glare, fading prevention, privacy, safety and security and decorative design. Energy savings is important to me, says owner Dennis DiSilvestro. Tinting, its a way to save a lot of money and energy use and its a way to preserve the environment. As a member of the United States Green Building Council, DiSilvestro has joined other contractors, architects, and engineers that use methods to try to save energy to help the environment and save energy costs. DiSilvestro has been in business for 18 years providing customers throughout New Jersey and Manhattan a variety of tinting options for their windows. He can cover any window size or shape, except for the old flexi glass style windows, curved or concaved since this tinting does not bend, he says. The tint is a laminate that goes on the interior of the window. He uses baby shampoos to gently clean and scrape the windows and then squeegees the laminate on. We are very meticulous and very careful, says DiSilvestro.
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Many choose to tint their windows to reduce fading of floors and furniture. DiSilvestro says sometimes homeowners do not realize that fading can be greater in the winter rather than the hot summer months. You have more fading in the winter, says DiSilvestro because there is more sun coming through the windows since the sun is typically lower in the sky. You have more direct sunlight coming into your windows. In the summer months, roofs can shield the sun from coming in more since the sun is located higher in the sky, he adds. DiSilvestro offers seven different percentages of film for customers to choose. His 70 percent film, for example, is his lightest tint, almost clear, he says. Once you get darker you know its on there. The darker you go the more glare you lose.
We go in with all seven film samples, he says. We measure windows. We give the price estimate. Price depends on size of windows and the product the customer chooses, he says. Typically I ask for a rough dimension of one window and give them the cost on three different products that we use, says DiSilvestro, who offers a lifetime warranty on film. The film is somewhat permanent but can be removed with a razor blade without damaging the window. But once the film is on you cant alter the properties of the film meaning you can not make it lighter or darker. The only option would be to remove the film to change it. The application of the window tinting can be done in continued on next page
continued from previous page one to two days depending on how many and how large the windows are to be tinted. Most jobs are completed in one day or less. Most people do not tint all the windows in their home; some do areas that are more troublesome, he says, like in a room that just got its hardwood floors redone. The number one reason why customers choose to tint their windows is fade prevention, says DiSilvestro, on hardwood
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Tell Them You Saw It In The Musconetcong News, October 2012, Page 23 winter, it acts like an insulator. It radiates the heat back in the room. DiSilvestro says It will not cost them more to heat that room in the winter, and in the spring, theres a tremendous cost in energy savings. Some people choose shades to reduce the glare and sun damage, but they have to be closed to work, he says. But then, you are not looking outside. Tinting is for people who want everything open. You dont have to cover anything and you are still protected. According to DiSilvestro, the window film enhances your view to the exterior. It will make it easier to see outside; it cuts some of the glare; the optimum clarity is excellent. Trained years ago by CP Films in Virginia on issues such as safety, security and solar films, DiSilvestro says after 18 years of doing it you learn a lot of it on the job site. Im on site, I do work with my installers, I pay attention to details, we use drop cloths everywhere. DiSilvestro, who is a member of American Society of Interior Designers, says we listen to the needs of the homeowner and we address them. What they need is what we try to address and fix. DiSilvestro will offer 10 percent off any order if the customer reads this article in the Mt. Olive News. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 609-3360453; email info4ewt@optonline.net or visit www.excellent windowtinting.com.
floors, rugs, artwork and furniture. Film fades all AV rays, he says, and prevents sun damage. Many homeowners also choose window tinting in order to control the temperature of the room. The films all cut a tremendous amount of heat, he says. It cuts anywhere from 45 percent to 75 percent of the heat coming in. If it lowers the temperature by nine to 14 degrees, it makes rooms much cooler. In
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osie is about 13-17 weeks old & she is an awesome puppy in search of her furever home!! This gorgeous puppy is friendly and playful. Josie was rescued from a high kill shelter in NC and is now living in a foster home in NJ. She loves being around people, kids and other dogs. Josie is a very friendly puppy! Josie is active and would love a big yard to play in or an active family. In her foster home she enjoys playing with the children and the other dogs. She likes running after balls, exploring in the yard and playing with her toys. Josie also loves to cuddle. She will climb up on the sofa and lay next to you and cuddling. If you give her a belly rub she will be your best friend! Josie's foster mom says "Josie is a sweatheart. Josie is a smart puppy, she is already house trained and she knows the sit & down command." When you meet Josie, we are sure you will fall in love with her fun personality! If you have a furever home for this pet, please e-mail FureverHomeRescue@att.net and request an adoption application. www.fhdr.petfinder.com
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Gracie Weeble is a Beagle with a wobble. This cute little girl from Eleventh Hour Rescue was injured in a previous incident and suffered neurological damage to her hind quarters. She underwent many tests and physical therapy to improve her condition and has made wonderful progress so far. She does walk with a hitch and a wobble in her walk, but her heart is that of a regal Beagle. If you know the breed, then you already know a lot about her. She is your companion, your buddy, and your best friend at meal time. Her physical disability has only heightened her already keen sense of smell and natural curiosity. She loves to explore and although she needs to take it slow on the stairs, they only present a temporary delay in her travels. She is 5 years old, always has a smile on her face, and has so much love to give. To read more about Gracie Weeble, to see all of our adoptable pets, to see our upcoming events, or to make a donation, please visit: www.ehrdogs.org or call: 973-664-0865.
Heres Reggie from Eleventh Hour Rescue. He is a senior gentleman who is about 8 years old. He is a Bloodhound mix with a very easy going laid back style. Typical of the breed, his nose can follow a scent where ever it leads him. And when hes done sniffing every smell in town, a nice quiet nap does this old man well. Currently Reggie is in a foster home with other dogs which he likes, but he prefers quiet time over active puppy play excitement and would be just as happy to be left alone for that afternoon nap. He is crate trained and house trained and doesnt put a lot of time demands on his masters. And if you want, hell help you finish that big sandwich of yours if you leave it within his reach again that nose of his can find anything! To read more about Reggie, to see all of our adoptable pets, to see our upcoming events, or to make a donation, please visit: www.ehrdogs.org or call: 973-664-0865.
hampagne is a sweet puppy about 4-5 months old & she is cute as a button! She has a beautiful white color coat with brown freckle spots & she has a cute little pink spot on her nose. Just adopable! Champagne is now living in a foster home in NJ. Her foster family says her tail is always wagging, she loves playing in water, loves tummy rubs & playing other dogs. Champagne is a little on the shy side at first, she just needs to warm up & you will see her loveable side right away. Champagne walks nice on a leash and is good with other dogs. She is a very affectionate puppy who loves to be with you and cuddle. If you have a furever home for this pet, please e-mail FureverHomeRescue@att.net and request an adoption application.
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Not Just The Economy, Stupid!
By Harlin Parker ithout doubt, concerns about the national economy are the biggest driving force in this presidential election. The truth is that state by state the economy is inching along, getting better, albeit at an excruciatingly slow pace. And most people feel that. The slow pace is to be expected, alas, given the nature of the Great Recession. Remember, this was no ordinary business cycle recession. This was a recession caused by the financial markets, the unregulated financial markets (thanks, primarily, to the Republicans). Couple that with how technological changes over the past 30 years have impacted labor markets, add in the outrageous failure of Republicans in Congress to do anything to help stimulate our economy, and the sad state of employment is no surprise. Given all of this, especially the unforgiveable intransigence of Republicans in
Congress who have put partisanship over the national interest, it is still the case that the economy continues to improve. Home values have stabilized and in many markets people are seeing the values of their homes going up, not down. Retirement accounts have bounced way back. We know we have a long way to go but were going in the right direction. Would Governor Romney make things better? No. Plain and simply, no. One of the many problems with Governor Romney is that his position on just about anything changes with the day and with the audience hes talking to. So nobody can take anything he says too seriously. Kudos to him, though, for a bravura debate performance in the first debate with President Obama. But that performance doesnt trump his prevarications or shifting positions. Just today I heard Governor Romney continued on next page
Debate! What Debate?
By Luigi Luciano ver 60 million people watched the first presidential debate. Even a person with an IQ of 10 should agree that Mitt Romney blew away the President. This is not because of a Republican or Democrat issue but common sense. From the opening to the closing Romney smoked Obama in every issue and every rebuttal. The reason is simple. A businessman verses a man who has not held a job in his lifetime except for politics. A man who is better educated, better in real life experiences and better in the business world. From Romneys opening line "Congratulations to you, Mr. President on your [20th anniversary]. I'm sure this is the most romantic place to be....here with me." He was on spot. Obama looked deflated, bored and his usual arrogant self. He did not have the
answers to anything other than to keep repeating things that he has been saying on the campaign trail for years. Romneys line was fantastic. "I've got 5 boys. I'm used to people saying something that's not always true but just keep repeating it and ultimately hoping I'll believe it,. The President does feel as though we the American people are stupid and he is superior so this makes sense. Obama will keep repeating things in the hopes that less educated Americans will believe it. The sad part is many do. What the wacko liberals saw in that comment from Romney was racism and claimed that Romney was really calling Obama a "boy," appealing to racists. "Did Mitt Romney just compare the President to one of his 'boys,'" tweeted MSNBC's Chris Hayes. Just shows you how crazy these people are. continued on next page
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Does he even listen to himself? Hey, we all want and understand the need for a greatly simplified federal income tax. But thats not what Romneys been pushing all these months. Really, my head starts to spin trying to keep straight what he says from day to day. But this election is about more than the economy. Its about character and its about direction. Governor Romney has shown, if hes shown us anything, that hell say and do anything, especially that hell say and do anything that the Tea Partiers want. Thats not good. The Tea Partiers are a destructive force in contemporary American politics. Like all radical movements, the Tea Partiers will burn out but thats going to take some time. In the meantime, theyve hijacked a once proud, and sane, political party. Whether its wingnuts like Michelle Bachman and Todd Akin or the loud political neophytes who believe that, having read the Constitution once, they and they alone know its true meaning, the Tea Partiers are the clear cause of political gridlock and the kind of dangerous political gamesmanship that weve witnessed in Washington these past couple of years. If Governor Romney wins, well get more of that, not less. Think about that. In the next four years, one, two, maybe even three of the Supreme Court justices will be replaced. What kind of jurist would Romney nominate? What kind of jurist would a Tea Partier like Todd Akin support? In Congress and elsewhere the Tea Party Republicans are clamoring for a re-litigating of personal issues we thought were long settled, even including the ability of adults to use contraception. Really? Do we really want to go back to the days when even married couples were not allowed to even discuss contraception with their own physician? Cant believe those days existed? They did. Want them back? We need, and we deserve, a healthy political discussion. The Republicans have not given us that. Under the near tyranny of Tea Partiers, the Republicans are pushing a dystopic vision for America under the guise of liberty and freedom. Its everyone out for themselves. You against the big insurance giants. You against the big hospital companies. You against the big banks. Good luck, pal. Youre on your own. Well, freedom means were also free to work cooperatively with each other. We can join together to help each other. Government is not our enemy. Government is us. And were better, much better, than the Tea Partiers. Whatever else Governor Romney would bring to Washington, hed bring an increased voice for the right wing, wingnut fringe. We just cant have that. He is the wrong man, at the wrong time, seeking the wrong job. The election is November 6. Vote. Make your voice heard. It matters. Oh yes, it matters. Send comments to harlin@harlinparker.org
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Obama challenged Romneys tax cuts by saying, "Governor Romney's central economic plan calls for a $5 trillion tax cut on top of the extension of the Bush tax cuts." However, Obama neglected to mention that the actual figures for Romney's plan, when totaled up, will only be $480 billion, according to a Tax Policy Center estimate for 2015. So, just how did Obama get the number, five trillion, then? By multiplying $480 billion by 10 years and rounding up. More Obama mathematics. One of the best comments Romney made was "I think it's, frankly, not moral for my generation to keep spending massively more than we take in, knowing those burdens are going to be passed on to the next generation and they're going to be paying the interest and the principal all their lives. And the amount of debt we're adding, at a trillion a year, is simply not moral." This man is strong, smart and does not need a teleprompter to give a speech. Obama has done a very poor job as President. I know he inherited a lot but he also said he would get things done and has not. The economy is worse off, the debt is higher and speaking for myself my financial life is worse off than anytime in my life so far. For anyone to say Obama has done a good job is just plain crazy. Facts speak and it is a fact we are in horrible shape and four more years of Obama and this country will go the way of Europe. The fact of the matter is New Jersey is a blue state. Not because people are ignorant but because of the population that is supported by the government. I dont blame the people who live on government subsidies. They are voting for what is good for them and I can understand that. It is the rest of the people who really believe in the liberal way of thinking that worry me. As more people feel the government should be involved in our lives and pay for everything the country becomes weaker. We have Bloomberg in NY telling people how many ounces of soda they can drink to the government handing continued from previous page our condoms to kids. What is next? This country needs a leader that will lead. Make America a powerhouse again. We need other countries like Iran to fear us not want to sit down and have a cup of coffee and talk while they continue to build nuclear weapons. I heard someone say that we need to continue to speak not make threats to other countries. I disagree, we need to show our strength and flex our muscle to avoid war. Picture this about yourself; if you were 4 feet tall and 120 pounds would you start a fight with someone who was 6 feet tall and 225 pounds? Probably not. In fact you might be inclined to talk to that person and make things right so they do not kick your butt. The same holds true of this country. To avoid war we need to have a large and powerful military. That will deter many of these crazy people who now feel they can walk all over the United States. In the debate Romney made it clear, a stronger and more powerful military is what he would build. Obama already cut billions out of the defense budget and without a budget in place under Obama the military stands to lose another 500 billion in January. His own Defense Secretary said that would be very dangerous for the United States. On November 14, 2011, Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta wrote a letter to Sens. John McCain and Lindsey Graham explaining the ramifications of the full sequestration defense cuts. Should these cuts take place over the next 10 years, he said, the United States would be left with its smallest ground force since World War II; the smallest Navy since 1915; the smallest fighter force in the history of the Air Force; and the smallest civilian work force in the Defense Department's history. So the result of the first Debate is Romney creamed Obama. Now the second and third debates may be more interesting because although Obama does not want attend those he has to. Comments? Email listentoluigi@gmail.com http://www.facebook.com/listentoluigi
caught on tape years ago when he was the (one term) Governor of Massachusetts decrying the operation of a coal fired power plant and how that plant was killing people (his words) as he railed against the pollution it caused. But that was then. Today hes talking up clean burning coal. Perhaps this is one of the cruelest jokes being told by right wingers when it comes to energy. Folks, there is no clean burning coal. Coal burns dirty. Very dirty. Research is ongoing on methods to burn coal in something resembling a clean manner and I applaud and support such research. For now, and for the foreseeable future, burning coal is highly polluting. And mining coal spoils land and pollutes water supplies. So not only is Governor Romney lying, but hes once again changed his tune to suit his needs at the moment. And of course theres more. Governor Romney promised (promised!!) to revoke Obamacare on day one. Governor Romney hates that law, he tells us. Hes said so over and over until, surprise, he stopped saying that. Now he says he likes the major attributes of the law and he promises (promises!!) to keep those good things. So whats he going to repeal? Of course nothing is ever straight and clear with him. He now touts how hell keep the part about people being able to get insurance even if they have a pre-existing condition. But, um, that only applies under his plan, such as it is, to those people who already have insurance. Thanks, Mitt. And thats just one of many Romney contradictions on healthcare. For months, Governor Romney has been promising to lower everyones taxes, that old favorite Republican cure-all. In particular, hes touted lowering the taxes of those hallowed job creators. Even though income disparity is as great in the United States as it ever has been, even though the wealthiest amongst us own an ever great share of our total wealth, even though the middle class (the real driving force of a consumer driven economy) has seen its share of wealth and income greatly diminished, Governor Romney insists that the wealthiest amongst us need disproportionately greater tax breaks. Why? He insists that wealthy people, all wealthy people, are the job creators (we already know what he thinks about those other 47 percenters). Without these additional tax breaks these wealthy people wont be inclined to do their job creating thing. Mind you, there is no proof to what hes saying but he says it anyway. History has shown the opposite to be true but facts, his aids tell us, will not dictate Romneys campaign. Well, at least thats true. But wait. Blink and youre going to miss something. Romneys changed his tune again. So all you wealthy job creators wont be getting your tax breaks after all. Now he says hes only looking to lower the tax rates. He now insists (insists!!) he wont lower the proportion of taxes the wealthiest Americans pay. Huh?
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Raspberry Almond Waffles Makes: 10 (6-inch) waffles Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes WAFFLES 1 14-ounce can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk, divided 3 large eggs 2 cups Pillsbury BEST All Purpose Flour 3/4 cup water 1/2 cup Crisco Pure Vegetable Oil 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 cup sliced almonds, chopped Crisco Original No-Stick Cooking Spray TOPPING 1 cup heavy cream 1/8 teaspoon almond extract 2/3 cup Smuckers Orchards Finest Lakeside Raspberry Cranberry Preserves or 2/3 cup Smuckers Red Raspberry Preserves
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted* 30 fresh red raspberries For Waffles: 1. COAT waffle iron with no-stick cooking spray. Heat waffle iron according to manufacturers directions. Reserve 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk for topping. 2. WHISK eggs in large bowl until fluffy. Blend in remaining sweetened condensed milk, flour, water, oil, baking powder, salt and almond extract just until batter is smooth. Stir in chopped almonds. 3. POUR a scant 2/3 cup of batter onto center of hot waffle iron and close lid. Bake about 3 to 4 minutes or until steaming stops. Use a fork to remove waffle. Repeat with remaining batter. For Topping: 1. BEAT cream in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Add reserved 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk and almond extract. Beat until smooth. 2. SPREAD each waffle with 1 tablespoon preserves. Top with whipped cream, toasted almonds and fresh raspberries. continued on next page
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China King Restaurant A Little Chinese Oasis in Kenvil

order $10). Besides well-known dishes like General Tsao's and Sweet and Sour Chicken, the menu presents a wide selection of Chinese dishes that meet the taste of both Asian and non-Asian customers. One of the best is Beef and Shrimp with the luscious wide rice noodles (beef/shrimp chow fun). "We take pride in cooking every meal using the freshest ingredients only" explains Mr. Weng. The staff only use 100% vegetable oil and abstain from using any MSG. The portions are very generous, the prices very affordable. Lunch specials price just over $5.00 and really beckon to be tried out! Service is very efficient. Should you nevertheless need to wait a few minutes for your order, make sure to have a good look at the large picture of Westlake, one of the most romantic and poetic spots in China, or why not say hello to the handsome Beta fish on the counter! Thanks to the warm-heartedness of Mr. Weng and his crew, China King is more than just a Chinese Restaurant. To me--who in the past lived in China for a number of years --- it has become a little friendly Chinese oasis in the middle of New Jersey's northwest suburbs. China King Restaurant, 760 Rte. 46, Kenvil Plaza, Kenvil, NJ 07847. Phone: 973-252-9099. Open 7 days/week. ONLINE ORDERING NOW AVAILABLE: www.chinakingnj.com.
by Elfie Mason or nigh to a decade, the family of Mr. Leo Wong, owner of the China King Restaurant, has been supplying Kenvil and surroundings with tasty Chinese specialities. The family-friendly restaurant is tucked away in the Kenvil Plaza, right next to the intersection of Rte. 46 & Hillside Avenue. It is easily spotted from Rte. 46, thanks to its cheerful red and yellow sign. For those customers who like to go out and sit for a bit while eating their food, a restaurant area is sectioned off for dining, decorated in very authentic Chinese style. In addition to dining in, the restaurant of course offers take out and if the customers live locally, a free of charge delivery service is available (min.
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Thomas Edison Judged Music Sound Quality Including The Voice of Popular Music Artists
ing artists. This would be a detrimental company business policy and one of the reasons Edison started to lose market share in the early 1900s to his rival the Victor Talking Machine Company. Victors Eldridge Johnson gave as much thought to marketing strategies as he did to manufacturing. Johnson realized celebrity recordings helped promote record sales. He knew famous singers could capture the consumer into purchasing Victor Phonographs for their household simply because they wanted to hear their celebritys voice right in their own homes. Edisons should have realized fanfare as a powerful marketing driver for the phonograph industry. Edison was a big fan of John Philip Sousa and his marching band music. Sousa refused to have his musical talents recorded by Edisons company. This refusal turned Edison into one of the first people to bootleg music. In 1902 Edison slipped one of his wax cylinder recorders to a parade and nabbed a recording of John Philip Sousas band as they passed by. Edison was a huge fan of Sousa and now his new wondrous invention gave him the opportunity to relive this coveted performance in the comfort of his own home. Ironically Edison did not care that this particular outdoor recording did not have the perfect sound quality he demanded from his studios. Edison said Great music and art are earthly wonders, but I think 'cubist' songs and paintings are hideous. Too many great blues numbers and jazz tunes were dismissed as cubist noise by Edison only to become part of the Victor Talking Machine Companys top hit collection. By 1909 Victor surpassed Edison's in phonograph sales. In 1916 sales of Victor phonographs reached a total
by Michele Guttenberger n December of 1877, Thomas Edison invented the first phonograph at his lab in Menlo Park, New Jersey. He instantly saw the business possibilities of his invention that he immediately formed the Edison Speaking Phonograph Company to further protect his new industry. However, his infant phonograph industry would take a lower priority for a decade while he focused efforts on his incandescent light bulb and the electrical power stations to power them. When he did submerge himself in the phonograph player industry in 1887, he took expansive control over this industry from the manufacturing of the phonograph (music player device that used a needle/stylus) and the format (analog recordings on a wax cylinders or his own patented plastic material called "Blue Amberol). He not only had a say in the production and technology of this emerging industry, but he also had control of the artists that recorded on his medium. Thomas Edison was not only a wizard of invention, he also became a music recording mogul with his own namesake record label, recording studio and recording artists who made the trek to West Orange NJ or Manhattan to have their voice and instrumentals recorded and played on his music players the phonograph. This made Thomas Edison the judge of someones musical talent and he determined if they were worthy of his record label. The current popularity of the performers music did not sway Edisons judgment. In Edisons words to promote an artist based on celebrity constituted "fakery in music". Unfortunately, it was Edison a deaf and musically untrained person that made the final judgments on record-
three times higher than Edison's. Not all of Edisons music selections were forgettable choices. His favorite song was I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen a popular song written by Thomas P. Westendorf in 1875. This was also a popular song with Elvis Presley too who recorded his rendition of it in May 1971. You can still see Edison records and phonographs today. Please visit The Thomas Alva Edison Museum- NPS Open Wednesday through Sunday. Hours are 9:00am - 5:00pm Fee is $7.00 - 211 Main Street West Orange, NJ 07052 Visit website for more details http://www.nps.gov/edis/index.htm
Pure Ink Hosts Tattoo Donation Event For Eleventh Hour Rescue Donating 30% of Profits
leventh Hour Rescue and Pure Ink Tattoo in Ledgewood, NJ are again teaming up to bring you the opportunity of a lifetime. Get a tattoo and save a life too. Pure Ink Tattoo is offering to host this exciting event on the weekend of October 12th, 13th, and 14th, with extended hours each day. The previous event held last winter was a huge success and everyone is looking forward to showing off their new ideas and creativity again. Located at 470 Route 10 West the new facility, as well as the artists, are expecting a fantastic turnout as volunteers and supporters make their appointments. With 30% of the profits going to Eleventh Hour Rescue, those who were already considering getting a tattoo now have amazing artists standing by, offering to give back to a local organization known for saving dogs and cats when there is no hope left for them. Aside from appointments for custom artwork, Pure Ink Tattoo has also put together multiple pages of pre-designed animal-related tattoos, such as bones, pawprints, and cats. These pre-designed tattoos will be done at a special rate of $40 with over 30 options to pick from. Whether you want an artist to put on paper an idea you have had in your head for years or you want to get a tribute to your animal companion, EHR and Pure Ink are giving you the chance for a cause you can feel good about. To book your appointment now, please send an email to: events@pureinktattoo.com Eleventh Hour Rescue is a local 501(c)3 not-for profit organization that saves cats and dogs at the eleventh hour. Their animals are pulled from shelters that can no longer care for them or house them and therefore schedule them to be euthanized. EHR pulls these animals and provides medical attention, food, shelter, activities, training and often a foster home. 30% of proceeds from the event will go to Eleventh Hour Rescue where the money will go directly to saving more lives across the country. For more information please visit www.ehrdogs.org or www.pureinktattoo.com and find both on Facebook!
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