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07/22/08 - NNHS Newsletter
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“Don't tell me what you believe in. I'll observe how you behave
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Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
Back to the birthdays!
BONUS #1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUd4UADD5oY - Double Dare with Alex Trebek, December, 1976
BONUS #2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUDxfwM0SfY - Jeopardy! with Alex Trebek - A contestant faints
BONUS #3 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy8Zdjkpmzk - Jeopardy! with Alex Trebek - Ken Jennings scores the highest ever in one show - On the 20th season's finale on Friday, July 23, 2004, Ken Jennings scores the highest amount ever won in a single day of Jeopardy!
HOMEWORK:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Trebek
http://www.answers.com/topic/alex-trebek
http://www.jeopardyinfo.com/JeopardyCast.htm
http://www.tv.com/alex-trebek/person/3618/biography.html
Bryce Bartel (Brighton
High, UT - '04) of UT!
Happy Birthday t
his week to:
26 -
My Sister, Eleanor Buckley Nowitzky
('59) of NC!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Happy-Birthday.html
Many Happy
Returns, One and All!
HEALTH UPDATE:
1.
Jerry Allen ('65) of VA:
From Judy Phillips Allen ('66) of VA - 07/22/08:
SUPER-DE-DUPER!!!
Thanks,
Dearest Judy!
From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA -
07/21/08 - "Stonewall Jackson School":
You may recall that years ago I found a site listing
the schools designed by architect, Charles M. Robinson.
http://nnhs65.00freehost.com/jackson-school-postcard.html
It indicated that he designed Stonewall Jackson School in January 1923, which we
assumed was the year it was originally built.
We may have to rethink that notion. I recently purchased this PC on EBAY:
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There is no doubt that it is Jackson School, based on the appearance of the school and the caption.
And there is no doubt that the message was written in
1910 and the postmark also indicates 1910. Without a doubt, the school existed
in 1910. I was disinclined to believe that, because I could not imagine enough
residences in North End at that time to support an
elementary at that location. Apparently, there were sufficient students to
warrant the construction of the school. So, it would seem that Charles M.
Robinson designed the expansion in 1923
The card was signed by G.B. McAlpine. The 1910 census shows a Gilbert B.
McAlpine (with daughters Annie and Mary) living at 251-47th Street, so he would
have been able to see Jackson School from his home.
This photo matches the PC, so that cinches it.
And it gets even better. If you could see the home to
the viewer's left of the school on the postcard, my grandfather (J.P. Linkous)
was a lodger in that home. It is the one visible next to the school in the
newspaper clipping above. That home was later moved to 47th Street (to the
vacant lot seen in the lower left corner of the clipping and sat next to my
grandparents' home, which had been moved to 47th Street from a lower numbered
street.
Also, the enumerator of the 1910 census on 46th Street and 47th Street was
Thomas M. Ware. His son, Thomas R. Ware married my great aunt, Ida Evans. To
confirm that, I just got off the phone with my 2nd cousin, who is a
granddaughter of Thomas M. Ware.
Small town, huh??
I LOVE your
tenacity in tracking down the small details and inter-relating them, Captain!
Such fun things you find!
Thanks
so much, David - and CONGRATULATIONS on your "new" postcard!
This has all been added here:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/SITE-MAP.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/our-schools.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/B-stonewall-jackson-sch.html
From ArcaMax Health and Fitness - 07/19/08 - "Lifelong Health: Cardiac Arrest Can Occur Even With Few Risk Factors":
Dr. David Lipschitz
We are all saddened by the
untimely and sudden death of Tim Russert, a true American legend. Russert's
fatal cardiac arrest was particularly surprising because he had very few risk
factors for heart disease: He did not drink or smoke, he paid attention to his
diet, exercised and had just taken a vacation. Even more alarming, Russert had a
normal stress test just a few weeks ago. Now Americans everywhere are seriously
confounded -- how is it that you can do all the right things and still have a
heart attack?
Even with a healthy body, there is no lifetime guarantee. You can eat right,
exercise and live a teetotaler lifestyle and still be struck down by a sudden,
surprising and out-of-the-blue heart attack. Stress tests and CT scans to
identify coronary artery disease do not predict sudden cardiac arrest. All we
really know is that increased awareness and living a heart-healthy lifestyle can
dramatically decrease your risk of cardiac arrest.
Sudden cardiac arrest occurs because of an acute blockage of a blood vessel
supplying a small area of the heart. This makes the heart muscle
hyper-irritable, leading to an uncontrollable electrical impulse that rapidly
increases the rate and regularity at which the ventricle beats. As a
consequence, no blood is pumped into the aorta, and within seconds the patient
is comatose. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, immediate access to a defibrillator,
and the use of certain medications can return the heartbeat to normal in a
fraction of cases. Although Russert received immediate attention, it was
ineffective.
Who is at increased risk? Sudden cardiac arrest
occurs most frequently in men between the ages of 58 and 62. It is more common
in those with a strong family history of heart disease, those who lead stressful
lives, and in anyone who has had a heart attack, has evidence of coronary artery
disease or is at high risk of having a heart attack. This includes elevated
cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle.
Most importantly, cigarette smoking increases the risk of a heart attack and, if
an attack occurs, the risk of sudden death is fourfold higher. Sudden cardiac
arrest can also occur because of an abnormality of the electrical conduction
system that controls the heart rhythm. This is usually the cause of sudden death
in young adults and in athletes.
Based upon these facts, it is important that by age 20 every adult be screened
for elevated cholesterol and high blood pressure and learns the importance of
diet, exercise and stress in preventing heart disease. For individuals with a
strong family history of elevated cholesterol, heart disease can be seen at a
young age. Anyone who has a history of an irregular heart rate or palpitations
should see a doctor and be examined to exclude a heart murmur and should have an
electrocardiogram to identify any problems with the cardiac conduction system
that can lead to irregular heart rates. Medications can reduce the risk of
sudden cardiac arrest.
In general, cholesterol should be measured every 10 years until age 50 and more
frequently thereafter. Blood pressure should be monitored at least four times a
year (the supermarket is a good place), and symptoms of chest discomfort should
never be ignored. People who have a large number of risk factors should have an
EKG and a stress test at age 50.
If an abnormality is identified, be wary of considering an angioplasty or
open-heart surgery, as there is essentially no evidence that life expectancy can
be prolonged or heart attacks prevented in totally asymptomatic individuals.
Screening for and treating diabetes, if found, and for smokers, entering a
smoking cessation program, are very important.
If you have coronary artery disease, it is critical that treatment to prevent a
heart attack and sudden death be implemented. This includes lowering the bad, or
LDL, cholesterol to below 70, maintaining the systolic, or top, blood pressure
below 130, and taking medications (beta blocker and ACE inhibitor) that decrease
the risk of heart attack and help prevent irregular cardiac beats. In some
patients an implantable defibrillator may be recommended. Finally, remember, a
heart-healthy lifestyle from a young age is the key to preventing sudden death
and assuring a long and independent life.
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Dr. David Lipschitz is the author of the book "Breaking the Rules of Aging."
To find out more about Dr. David Lipschitz and read features by other Creators
Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at
www.creators.com . More information is
available at www.drdavidhealth.com .
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AWWWW - poor baby! Thanks
again, Judy!
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OBITUARY OF THE LATE MR. COMMON SENSE
Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as:
Knowing when to come in out of the rain.
Why the early bird gets the worm.
Life isn't always fair.
Maybe it was my fault.
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies: Don't spend more than you can earn.
And reliable strategies: Adults, not children, are in charge.
His health began to deteriorate when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children. It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer Tylenol, sun lotion or a band-aid to a student but could not inform parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the Ten Commandments became contraband, churches became businesses and criminals received better treatment than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when it became punishable for you to defend yourself from a burglar in your own home but the burglar could sue you for assault.
He began to lose ground rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a 6 -year- old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap and was promptly awarded a huge settlement by a jury of her peer.
Common Sense was preceded in death by his parents, Truth and Trust; his wife, Discretion; his Daughter, Responsibility; and his son, Reason.
He is survived by his 3 stepbrothers; I Know My Rights, Someone Else Is To blame, and I'm A Victim.
Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone. If you still remember him, pass this on. If not, join the majority and do nothing...
"The philosophy of the school room in one generation will be the philosophy of government in the next."
---Abraham Lincoln---
BOY HOWDY! Thanks,
Joyce!
From
Glenn Dye
('60) of TX - 07/22/08 - "R U A
Geezer?":
GEEZER PRIDE!!!!
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I'm passing this on as I did not want to be the only geezer receiving it. Actually, it's not a bad thing to be called as you will see....
Old Geezers have moral courage. They seldom brag unless it's about their grandchildren. It's the Old Geezers who know our great country is protected, not by politicians, but by the young men and women in the military serving their country. This country needs Old Geezers with their decent values. We need them now more than ever.
Thank
Heaven for Old Geezers!
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AMEN! Thanks,
Glenn!
PRAYER ROLL (arranged alphabetically, but not necessarily complete):
1.
Julius Benton ('58) of VA - diagnosed
years ago with Pick's Disease;
update of 07/18/08 -
SEE ABOVE
2.
Connie Bloxom Thompson ('66) of MD - multiple heath and financial
issues; needing cataract surgery to prevent inevitable blindness ASAP;
Connie
Bloxom Thompson
2237 Hunter Chase
Bel Air, MD
21015
3.
Betty Brockwell McClure ('58) of VA - broken hip - early this year; still
recovering and in pain;
4.
Clyde Bryant ('58) of PA - heart replacement surgery - 12/13/075
. Emily (daughter of
My
Niece Shari) of VA - advancing scoliosis; surgery 03/11/08;
update
of 03/12/08: surgery went well, running slight fever;
update
of 03/18/08: had some ups and
lows, but is home again;
update
of 04/14/08 - still in pain, running a fever;
update of 04/18/08 - SEE:
04/18/08;
update of
05/05/08 - "finally getting better. Her hamstring stretching is painful, but
making a big difference. She has years of physical therapy ahead of her, but is
doing soo much better";
update of 05/13/08 - has had a
setback; going to see the surgeon in Richmond on 05/15/08;
update of 06/15/08 - SEE:
06/17/08
6.
My Niece, Shari, of VA -
hospitalized 07/19/08
7.
Jimmy DeBerry ('64) of VA - stroke on 06/17/08;
update of 06/25/08 - SEE:
06/26/08;
update of 07/02/08 - SEE:
07/03/08
8.
Jamey Douglas Bacon ('66) of VA - knee surgery with complications on
07/01/08 -
update of 07/10/08 - SEE:
07/12/08;
update of 07/20/08
- SEE: 07/21/08
9. My second granddaughter,
Rachel Harty of IL - broke her ankle/leg in 3 places on 05/17/08; clean
breaks, no surgery required, but located in a tricky place for a growing
girl, so proper healing is essential;
update
of 05/30/08 - "healing nicely. They put her in a cast below the knee. She
still can't put any weight on it for 2 more weeks. Then she will be in a
walking cast for 3 weeks after that";
update of
06/14/08 - Her leg is healing much faster than the doctor had expected. She
is in a waterproof walking cast now for 3 weeks, then this cast will come
off and she will have physical therapy;
update of
07/06/08: SEE:
07/07/08
10. Bitsy Heath ('57) of VA - 07/02/08 - abdominal aneurysm requiring surgery; also having other issues with breathing and pulmonary output; SEE: 07/03/08
12
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Bobby Hedrick ('58) of VA - recently
diagnosed with pancreatic cancer;
update
of 03/22/08: "doing very well, no pain, just some soreness";
update
of 05/10/08: "continues to do well since the surgery for pancreatic cancer
and will now begin the follow-up treatment to be decided upon following the
consultation and evaluation at MD Anderson (Houston).
13.
Pam Pennington Cherry ('58) of VA - congestive heart failure; cardiac ablation procedure - 02/06/08; second surgery on 02/20/08 for aneurysm; update of 03/17/08 - still experiencing difficulty with heart racing, breathing and pressure in her chest; pray that cardiac ablation procedure will not have to be repeated, and that Pam can learn to REST!; update of 05/04/08 - "in about eight months she will indeed have to have the ablation process repeated. "14. Tommy Scott ('61) of VA - update of 04/14/08 - "at home recuperating"; update of 05/22/08 - "still at home recuperating"; update of 06/09/08 - "still at home recovering. I am sure they would love receiving cards/notes from NNHS friends."
Jimmy Smith ('62) of VA - "I
WENT BACK INTO THE HOSPITAL TUESDAY (07/15/08)"
16.
Jenny Willett Wilson (daughter of the late
Edie Hallett Willett - '63) of VA - 05/05/08 - "underwent a double mastectomy
in 2007, has just completed vigorous chemo and is now undergoing radiation
treatments every day for seven weeks";
update of 07/19/08
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finished her radiation treatments
and is now cancer free !!!!! - will be having reconstructive surgery in August.
17. Jim Wilson ('58) of VA recovering from prostate surgery on 06/02/08
18. All of Us
DATE
S TO REMEMBER:1. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 26 - 28, 2008 -
NNHS CLASS OF 1968:http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-class-of-1968.html - 03/31/08
2. Saturday, September 27, 2008 -
EVERYONE:Evelyn Fryer Fish's Birthday Party for All of Us
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/09-30-06-EVELYNS-PARTY.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/09-29-07-EVELYNS-PARTY.html
3. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 17 - 19, 2008
- NNHS CLASS OF 1963:http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-class-of-1963.html - 03/26/08
Y'all take care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER! We'll Always Have Buckroe!
Love to all, Carol
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NNHS CLASS OF '65 WEB SITE:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com
PERSONAL WEB SITE:
http://www.angelfire.com/weird2/cluckmeat
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Carol Buckley
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Jeopardy! Theme Song
Midi of "Jeopardy!" theme song (sequenced by Don Carroll) courtesy of http://midistudio.com/midi/DC_1999.htm - 07/22/08
First Image of Alex Trebek courtesy of http://www.bitetv.ca/blog/archives/2006/07/index.shtml - 07/22/08
Second Image of Alex Trebek courtesy of http://tv.popcrunch.com/alex-trebek-home-after-stay-in-hospital/ - 07/22/08
Gold Scroll Divider Line clip art courtesy of http://www.wtv-zone.com/nevr2l82/bars17.html - 03/21/06
Animated Tiny
Birthday Cake clip art courtesy of
Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of
VA - 08/31/05
Thanks, Sarah Sugah!
Brighton High School (UT) Logo courtesy of http://www.jordandistrict.org/schools/high/brighton/index.htm - 08/02/07
Animated Yehaa Typhoon clip art courtesy of Al Farber
('64) of GA - 08/18/05
Thanks, Al!
Navy Seal clip art courtesy of http://www.onemileup.com/miniSeals.asp - 05/29/06
Marine Corps Seal clip art
courtesy of the late
Herbert Hice of MI
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one of my
Famous Marines
who served in the South Pacific
during WWII.
Thanks again, Herbie!
