Did Ya Know... The Literacy Dinner scheduled for Friday, May 2, at the Phelps House has been postponed. "The Family Literacy council appreciates your support," said Kim Snodgrass. "If you have any questions, please call 358-5926." Did Ya Know... Activity days and preschool storytime session will both begin in June at the Carthage Public Library. If you have a group you would like to bring, you must contact Wendy Bastings at 358-2939. Any child from K - 8th grade may participate, but must be registered for each day they attend. Registration is mandatory.
The waitress stared at the actor. Finally she asked, "Have I ever seen you before?"
"Well, I don't know," the actor said, "It's possible you might have seen me in the movies." The waitress said, "It's possible. Where do you like to sit?"
No matter how old you are, you're younger than you'll ever be.
Adam may have had his troubles, but at least he didn't have to listen to Eve talking about the man she could have married.
A Chronological Record of Events as they have Transpired in the City and County since our last Issue.
SMALL BLAZE THIS MORNING. Residence Endangered by a Boy's Carelessness. The fire department was called out about 11 o'clock this morning by an alarm of fire from W. E. Hall's residence on Garrison avenue. The blaze was under the floor of a frame wash house which stands next to the alley at the rear end of the lot. The fire was due to the carelessness of a boy who was cleaning the yard. He kindled a bonfire of trash in the alley and the high wind carried the fire under the building, igniting a lot of leaves and trash which blazed briskly. A shout of fire from the alley gave Mrs. Hall warning of the danger and she at once telephoned the alarm to the fire department headquarters. The firemen made a quick response and soon extinguished the fire. The new ball nozzle was used with telling effect. The damage will not amount to anything owing to the pump work of the firemen.
by Judith Sheldon
Sponsored by McCune-Brooks Hospital
A CHILD’S CHECKLIST CONTINUED: The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc., has provided a handy checklist for parents. At 12 months - a child will enjoy scribbling and may start to take three steps on their own and say three to five words. At 18 months - a child will enjoy playing near, but not with, other children. At 2 years - a child will ride a tricycle and should be able to drink from a cup using one hand, and sing song phrases. At 3 years - a child is able to catch a large ball, cut paper in half, share a toy with adult prompting, and use the toilet by her/himself. At 4 years - a child should be able to dress without supervision and eat with a fork and spoon. The child will also play cooperatively with other youngsters. At 5 years - most children learn shoe tying, and can copy letters and numbers and count up to 10. Children should also be aware, at this time, of rules and want to conform. Remember, these milestones are based on average expected performance, since each child develops at her or his own pace, and should be used only as a guide to spotting possible problems that should then be discussed with their pediatricians.
The initial budget for CW&EP for FY 97-98 was reviewed last Thursday afternoon by the Board. The projected revenue of $14.6 million is estimated to add approximately $362,904 net cash to reserves for the year.
In accordance with City council Resolution #87-4, CW&EP’s cash reserves are not to exceed 20% of the annual operating budget.
Mandated reserves, by State Statute and bond covenant requirements would bring the total unreserved cash level to $687,804. This fund is intended to cover catastrophes including major storms, generator repair, purchased power costs in low income months and up-front construction costs.
The Board agreed to continue supporting the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce billboard program, but denied additional funding requested.
Main Street Carthage support was increased from $5,000 to $6,000 after requesting $7,500. This funding is mainly to assist in sidewalk replacement efforts.
The Board will meet again to finalize the budget to present to the Council.
I’ve come upon the ultimate test for the patience of any do-it-your-selfer. Hookin’ up one light to be operated by not just two, but three different switches.
The normal installation of a three-way switch is complex enough. Especially considerin’ that a three way switch only works from two locations. To make the third location work, ya need what they call a four way switch. I guess they consider “off” as one of the various “ways” a switch works.
It’s even possible for the light to be switched by four or more different locations. To accomplish this you need additional four-way switches. Not a five-way or a six-way. I haven’t tried to figure why that works. One a those electrical circuit things I suppose.
There are lots a diagrams showin’ how ta wire up these various mechanical devices, ya just can’t make heads or tails of ‘em.
Most end up just hookin’ this wire and that until the light comes on. Not a recommended procedure unless your insurance is paid.
This is some fact, but mostly, Just Jake Talkin’.