01/24/13 - NNHS Newsletter - The Old Lamplighter |
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“Only
the lamplighter of the single street lamp at the North Pole
-
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry,
The Little Prince, 1943 |
Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
We first used
this song a year ago today, and we're revisiting it because I really like it -
and besides, it's a great time saver!
BONUS #1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip4HjJULL-s - The Old Lamplighter - Sammy Kaye and His Orchestra, Billy Williams on vocals, 1946
BONUS #2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAbMazCRNso - The Old Lamplighter - The Browns
From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Old_Lamp-Lighter:
"The Old Lamp-Lighter" is a
popular
song. The music was written by Nat Simon, the lyrics by Charles Tobias. The song was published in 1946. Several versions of the song made the best-seller charts in 1946-1947: The most popular recording, by Sammy Kaye, was released by RCA Victor Records as catalog number 20-1963. It first reached the Billboard Best Seller chart on November 8, 1946, and lasted 14 weeks on the chart, peaking at number one.[1] The recording by Kay Kyser was released by Columbia Records as catalog number 37095. It first reached the Billboard Best Seller chart on November 22, 1946, and lasted 11 weeks on the chart, peaking at number three.[1] The recording by Hal Derwin was released by Capitol Records as catalog number 288. It first reached the Billboard Best Seller chart on December 6, 1946, and lasted two weeks on the chart, peaking at number six.[1] This was Derwin's only charted hit. It was a major country-pop hit for The Browns in 1960, released as a single in March of that year. It went on to become a major top-ten hit on the US pop singles chart, peaking at number five, and country chart. The song was performed under the name Luktar-Gvendur, by the icelandic singer Björk on the album Gling-Gló, in 1990. On that album Björk teams up with the jazz trio of Guðmundur Ingólfsson: consisting of Guðmundur Ingólfsson on piano, Guðmundur Steingrímsson on drums and Þórður Högnason on bass. The album has become one of the classics of icelandic contemporary pop music albums. |
PRAYER REQUEST:
From Jean Poole Burton ('64) of
RI - 01/24/13, 11:48 AM - "
Anne Davidson Matthis class of 64
(of NC)":
Carol, please ask for prayers
for Anne. She is in hospice care at home. Her family members are taking
turns caring for her. I do not have any details.
Thanks.
Oh,
Jean, I'm so sorry to hear this!
I know you and Anne have been good friends for many years! Thank you for
letting us know.
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HEALTH UPDATE:
From Butch
Ragland
('63) of CO - 01/23/13, 8:48 AM:
Good Morning Carol; I wanted to drop you a line to update you on my progress; but first wanted you to know my wife and I are praying for ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() I can testify to the power of Typhoon Family Prayer, because I truly believe the prayer and support from all you guys plus many other friends and family, is why I am here today! I also want to thank the many individuals whom I haven't seen or spoken to for nearly fifty years for their phone calls, cards and letters since my hospitalization! You guys are the greatest, and I thank each of you for your continued prayers and support. Your encouragement has helped me look beyond the pain and discomfort of today toward what the future holds for me and what I can do as long as I keep a positive attitude! I look around the rehab unit and realize that I may have some major changes ahead of me for the rest of my life; but there are many with much more serious needs than mine! With God's Grace and all of the prayers from you guys, my other family and friends, old Butch will succeed and grow stronger! I am determined to overcome the barriers ahead. Thanks Typhoons! I am expecting to be released to minor home care on Monday, January 28, 2013, but will remain in room 800 until I complete rehab therapy! My doctors feel I am recovering quicker than expected for an old man with a weak heart, so this makes me feel even better for my continued healing. Some of you asked for a phone number which is: (719) 778-2273, which I am told is a direct line. I will be responding to the many calls and cards individually once I get home. Thank you, Carol, for all you do for each of us and take good care of Paul; he is a lucky man to have you on his side! We love you, and pray that God will give you strength and good health! Butch Ragland ![]() ![]() Butch can still be reached at this address, should you want to send him cards and notes:
Henry Ragland |
THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS:
Happy Birthday tomorrow
to
Jeannie Collier Fitzgerald ('65)
of VA!
Happy Birthday this week to:
26 -
Charis Bean Duke
(Governor Thomas Johnson HS, MD - '85) of NC;
28 - Courtney Russ ('57)
AND
Jennie Sheppard ('62) of NC
AND
Rick Billings ('65) of NC AND My Granddaughter,
Becca Harty of IL;
29 -
Nancy Keesee (Tucker) Crawley ('57) of
TX AND
HP Lucas ('65) of VA;
30 -
Charlie Phillips
('65) of TN;
31 - Lynn Stewart Schroeder ('71) of NC!
Many Happy
Returns to you all!
http://www.nnhs65.com/Happy-Birthday.html
THIS DAY IN WWII:
January 24, 1942 - The
Allies bombarded
Bangkok,
leading
Thailand to declare war against the
United States and
United Kingdom. January 24, 1943 - Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill concluded a conference in Casablanca. |
THIS DAY IN 1963:
Thursday, January 24, 1963 - Field hockey player
Martyn Grimley was born Martyn Andrew Grimley in
England. Thursday, January 24, 1963 - Boxer Arnold Vanderlyde was born Arnold Petrus Maria Vanderlyde in Sittard, Limburg, Netherlands. |
From Eva
Ellis Madagan ('61) of FL - 01/23/13, 8:42 PM - "New email address":
Hi Carol Hope you guys are feeling lots better. I have a new email address: __________@_______.___ Thanks, Eva Madagan
Thank you so much,
Eva!
I've switched your email addy in my files; let me know if you want it posted or kept private! |
From Joe Madagan ('57) of FL - 01/23/13,
8:50 PM - "Newsletter":
Hi, Carol: Please update your Subscriber email list for your Newsletter to reflect a change in email address for me. Verizon has dropped the connection with MSN Premium. Old email: ________@___.___ New email: _______@_______.___ Thank You!!! TYPHOON Regards, Joe Madagan ('57) of FL
Well, wasn't that
just special of them?!?
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From
Wayne
Stokes ('65) of VA - 01/23/13 - "Forget
2013 for a few minutes and head on back to 1950 for a while":
A bit long, but a journey many
will remember because we were there!!
This
video is great if you grew up in the 50's and if you didn't it's
still good!
http://www.youtube.com/watch_ Turn on your speakers!!! In those days there was no sugar added. Check out the shape the kids were in. Thank you so much, Wayne Honey! ![]() ![]() |
From Bill Hobbs ('66) of
Northern VA - 01/23/13 - "SENT TO YOU BECAUSE I KNOW YOU WILL KEEP IT GOING":
SENT TO YOU
BECAUSE I KNOW YOU WILL KEEP IT GOING How's this story for a reminder that "We don't know we're alive"? |
Thank
you, Billy!
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BONUS CROCHET LAMPSHADE PATTERNS:
http://www.crochetmemories.com/archive/freelampshadecover.html -
Cylinda Mathews's Victorian Friendship Lampshade Cover - "If
you're going for that vintage look in your home then this Victorian
friendship lampshade cover should do the trick. It's a beautiful and
easy crochet pattern that uses crochet cotton thread.": http://craftsbystarlight.blogspot.com/2011/07/crochet-lampshade.html - Esther Leavitt's Crocheted Lampshade - "This Crochet Lamp Shade is a cute little design that can help spruce up your home. If you have scraps of yarn lying around your house then this is a great crochet pattern to follow. Use colors that match your home." http://www.favecrafts.com/Crochet/Fun-Crocheted-Hanging-Luminaries-from-Red-Heart-Yarn - Kathleen Sams' Hanging Luminaries - "Add something unique to your next outdoor party. Light up the sky with these hanging luminaries. It'll be a magical night if you use this free crochet pattern.": |
BONUS LAMPLIGHTER CAFE RECIPES:
http://www.tastebook.com/recipes/388641-Butter-Crust-Sandwich-Bread -
Butter Crust Sandwich Bread - "Touch
guides you in three ways as you make this bread: Knead the dough until
it feels smooth and elastic; press it to see if it has risen enough; and
then tap the baked loaf to determine if it has finished baking. Serve
toasted with preserves, or use for sandwiches." http://www.tastebook.com/recipes/645459-Appetizer-Ham-and-Cheese-Pie - Appetizer Ham and Cheese Pie - "The “crust” of this savory pie is a round bread slice; the filling is shrinking circles of cheese spread, deviled ham, cucumber slices, caviar or pimiento, and hard-cooked eggs." http://www.tastebook.com/recipes/22760-Proven-al-Chicken-Stew - Provençal Chicken Stew - "...This simple chicken stew draws on the characteristic flavors of Provence: tomatoes, basil, olives, olive oil, and garlic. This dish was traditionally made in an earthenware casserole such as those produced in the Provençal town of Vallauris, located in the Alpes-Maritimes above Cannes. Vallauris has been home to producers of such casseroles for centuries and has been a pottery center in France since the nineteenth century." |
FINALLY:
From
www.ajokeaday.com - 01/21/13:
A couple celebrated
their 25th wedding anniversary. When they were asked what their secret
was to a long lasting marriage they said: |
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1.Thursday, February 7, 2013 - The NNHS Class of 1955 holds
Lunch Bunch gatherings on the first Thursday of every month
at Steve & John's Steak House on Jefferson Avenue just above
Denbigh Boulevard in Newport News at 11:00 AM. The luncheon
is not limited to just the Class of '55; if you have friends
in that year, go visit with them.
2. Wednesday, February 13, 2013 - The NNHS Class of June 1942 meets at noon on the second Wednesday of every other month for a Dutch treat lunch at the James River Country Club, 1500 Country Club Road. PLEASE JOIN THEM. Give or take a few years makes no difference. Good conversation, food and atmosphere. For details, call Jennings Bryan at 803-7701 for reservations. 3. Friday and Saturday, October 4 and 5, 2013 - The NNHS Class of 1963 will hold their 50-Year Reunion at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Hampton on the Water. SEE: The website which has been set up for their class at www.nnhs1963.com; CONTACT: Frank Gibson, frankgibson@cox.net, Joyce Williams Nettles, joywnet@cox.net, or Susie Overton Jones, tnsjones@charter.net |
PRAYER ROLL: http://www.nnhs65.com/requests-prayers.html - updated 01/24/13 |
BLOG: http://nnhs.wordpress.com/ - updated 03/13/11 |
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Music by Nat Simon; Words by Charles Tobias (15 Aug 1898 – 07 July 1970), 1946
Recorded by Sammy Kaye (13 Mar 1910 – 02 June 1987), 1946
Recorded by Kay Kyser (18 June 1905 – 23 July 1985), 1946
Recorded by
The Browns,
1960
He made the night
a little brighter
Wherever he would go
The old lamplighter
Of long, long ago.
His snowy hair was so much whiter
Beneath the candle glow
The old lamplighter
Of long, long ago
You'd hear the patter of his feet
As he came toddling down the street
His smile would hide a lonely heart you see
If there were sweethearts in the park
He'd pass a lamp and leave it dark
Remembering the days that used to be.
For he recalls when dreams were new
he loves someone who loves him too
Who walks with him alone in memory
He made the night a little brighter
wherever he would go
The old lamplighter of long, long ago.
Now if you look up at the sky
You'll understand the reason why
The little stars at night are all aglow
He turns them on when night is here
He turns them off when dawn is near
The little man we loved of long ago.
He made the night a little brighter
wherever he would go
The old lamplighter
Of long, long ago...
"The Old Lamplighter" midi courtesy of
http://www.tc.umn.edu/~sorem002/misc_midi.html - 01/23/12
"The Old Lamplighter" lyrics courtesy of
http://www.tsrocks.com/j/jim_ed_brown_the_browns_texts/the_old_lamplighter.html -
01/23/12
Animated "The Old Lamplighter" Image courtesy of
http://weseniors.homestead.com/TheOldLamplighter.html -
01/23/12
Animated Greenery with Flashing Amber Lights Divider Line clip art courtesy of
http://www.christmas-graphics-plus.com/free/wreaths.html - 12/15/08
Marine Corps Seal clip art
courtesy of the late
Herbert Hice of MI
- one of my
Famous Marines who served in the South
Pacific during WWII.
Thanks again, Herbie!
Navy Seal clip art courtesy of http://www.onemileup.com/miniSeals.asp - 05/29/06
Crying Baby clip art courtesy of http://www.barbspics.com/baby/babypage06index.html - 09/28/05 (resaved 02/27/09)
Animated Tiny
Birthday Cake clip art courtesy of
Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of
VA - 08/31/05
Thanks, Sarah Sugah!
Governor Thomas Johnson High School's Logo courtesy of http://www.tjathletics.org/ - 06/16/08
Army Seal clip art courtesy of Al Farber ('64) of GA - 05/24/06 (still
missing...)
Thanks, Al!
Replaced by Norm Covert ('61) of MD - 02/09/09
Thanks, Norm!
Animated Laughing Smiley
courtesy of
Janice
McCain Rose ('65) of VA - 02/07/05
Thanks, Janice!