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10/06/16 - NNHS Newsletter - Beep Beep

“Yeah, that's it, beep the horn twice. Cover your back. Boy, I'm ready: dukes up;
eyes peeled; ears to the ground. Why, nobody gets the drop on Roger Rabbit!”

- Roger Rabbit, 1988

Dear Friends and Schoolmates, 

   This is such a fun golden oldie! No midi file was available to attach, but I think you'll enjoy the Bonuses.

BONUS #1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4W7oZBhAJg - Beep Beep - The Playmates

BONUS #2 - http://www.rockremembers.com/2010/07/beep-beep-playmates-1958-top-40.html - What's That Song About?  

 


From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beep_Beep_%28song%29:

"Beep Beep" is a song by The Playmates. The song describes a duel between the drivers of a Cadillac and a Nash Rambler on the road.

The song is an example of accelerando, in which the tempo of the song gradually increases throughout the song. [1]

The song was on the Billboard Top 40 charts for twelve weeks, and peaked at #20.[2] It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc.[3] Concurrently with this song, American Motors (AMC) was setting production and sales records for the Rambler models.[4]

Because of a directive by the BBC that songs not include brand names in their lyrics, a version of "Beep Beep" was recorded for the European market replacing the Cadillac and Nash Rambler with the generic terms limousine and bubble car.

 


From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Playmates:

The Playmates were a late 1950s vocal group, led by the pianist Chic Hetti (born Carl Cicchetti, 26 February 1930), drummer; Donny Conn (born Donald Claps, 29 March 1930); and Morey Carr (born 31 July 1932), all from Waterbury, Connecticut.

The Playmates Donald Claps aka Donny Conn drummer and lyricist Carl Cicchetti aka Chic Hetti pianist music composer and Morey Cohen aka Morey Carr lead vocalist were an instrumental and vocal trio all from Waterbury Connecticut and in the early-1950s at the University of Connecticut, After graduation began touring The USA and Canada small lounges and night clubs in 1952 originally as the "Nitwits" later as the Playmates.

Signed to Roulette Records in 1958 as the label's first vocal group[1],Anticapting a Calypso craze the group recorded an album called Playmates Visit the West Indies. They then released two notable top 40 singles — "Jo-Ann" and "Don't Go Home" — before having a surprise #4 hit (July 9, 1958) with the tempo-changing novelty record "Beep, Beep"[2] - which became a regular spin for Dr. Demento.

The "Beep, Beep" song was on the Billboard Top 40 chart for twelve weeks. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc.[3] Concurrently with this song, American Motors (AMC) was setting production and sales records for the Rambler models.[4] Because of a directive by the BBC that songs do not include brand names in its lyrics, a version of "Beep Beep" was recorded for the European market replacing the Cadillac and Nash Rambler with the generic terms limousine and bubble car.

They followed up with a chart listing single in 1959 with "What Is Love" and then again in 1960 with "Wait For Me".[5] After four albums for Roulette, the novelty group — which was known for its between-song comedy and banter as much for its repertoire — broke up in 1965.

 


THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS:

   Happy Birthday today to Nancy McCormick Nicholson ('57) AND  Renee Helterbran Benton ('59) of VA!

   Happy Birthday tomorrow to  Ellen Anas Smith ('57) ANDDale Parsons ('69) of HA!

   Happy Birthday this week to:

08 -  Bunny Spiers ('54) of VA AND Tippy Rowe ('57) AND      Wayne Stokes ('65) of VA AND   Richard Cantor ('65) of KY AND  Tazewell Whitley (NNHS / HHS - '65) of VA AND   My Granddaughter, Alexandria Huber of TX;

09 - Norma Wilson Mitchell ('57) AND   Linda Alfrey Walker ('61) of VA AND   Marsha Leak Garrett ('63);

10 -  Harry Seay ('63) of VA;

11 - Polly Norris Davis ('65) of VA AND   Judy Phillips Allen ('66) of VA AND    Carol Anne Comer Cutler ('70) of VA;

12 - Ann Sears ('63) AND  Charlotte Spade Wilkins (Warwick HS - '65) of NC;

13 -   The United States Navy - 1775 AND Kenny Bransford ('63) AND   Larry Cutler ('64) of VA AND Pattie Hilsdon Reisinger ('66) of CO AND    My #1 Son, Lewis Harty (Hillsboro HS, MO / Hillsboro HS, IL - '89) of IL!

   Many Happy Returns, One and All!

http://www.nnhs65.com/Happy-Birthday.html

 


THIS DAY IN WWII:

October 06, 1939 - Germany's invasion of Poland ended with the surrender of Polesia army after the Battle of Kock

October 06, 1939 - Adolf Hitler denied any intention to wage war against Britain and France in an address to Reichstag.

October 06, 1942 - The October Matanikau action on Guadalcanal began as United States Marine Corps forces attacked Imperial Japanese Army units along the Matanikau River.

October 06, 1944 - Former French premier and Vichy collaborator Pierre Laval tried to kill himself on the day he was to be executed for treason. A physician saved Laval from the cyanide he had taken. Laval was executed a little less than two weeks later.

October 06, 1949 - Iva Toguri D'Aquino was sentenced to 10 years in prison and fined $10,000 for war crimes. The conviction was for being Japanese wartime broadcaster "Tokyo Rose."

October 06, 1949 - U.S. president Harry Truman signed the Mutual Defense Assistance Act. The act provided $1.3 billion in the form of military aid to NATO countries.

 


THIS DAY IN 1966:

Thursday, October 06, 1966
- Actress Jacqueline Obradors was born Jacqueline Danell Obradors in San Fernando Valley, California.

Thursday, October 06, 1966 - Footballer and manager Niall Quinn was born Niall John Quinn in Perrystown, Dublin, Ireland.

Thursday, October 06, 1966 - Singer-songwriter and bass player Tommy Stinson was born Thomas Eugene Stinson in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

 


From My Friend, Susan, of NC - 09/29/16:

“Be cheerful in all you that do. Live joyfully. Live happily.”

 - Ezra Taft Benson
(04 Aug 1899 - 30 May 1994)

    Thanks so much, Susan!

 


  From Me ('65) of NC - 10/06/16 - "Hurricane Matthew":

From http://abc11.com/weather/hurricane-matthews-latest-path-away-from-nc---for-now/1535987/:

  RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) --Hurricane Matthew is making its way toward the U.S., but the latest forecast track shows the monster storm continuing to veer away from central North Carolina.

The 5 a.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center shows Matthew continuing to push it into Florida and curve it south near our coast.

Highest sustained winds increased to 125 mph Thursday morning as Matthew continues moving to the northwest, and could deal a devastating blow to parts of the east coast of Florida as a possible Category 4 storm by Thursday into Friday.

Matthew could become the first major hurricane to blow ashore in the U.S. since Wilma slashed across Florida in 2005, killing five people.

The hurricane will continue to head north, then northeast, but is still forecast to head east before reaching the North Carolina coast. If this track verifies, our south coast will receive heavy rain, and a storm surge of up to 5 feet, but not the devastating winds they will see in Florida, according to ABC11 Meteorologist Don "Big Weather" Schwenneker.

"Here in central North Carolina, the wind gusts could top 30 mph, and there will be some rain, but neither should be a big problem," he said.

Schwenneker also said we shouldn't let our guard down, "there's still a long ways to go with this storm."

"We really have to watch the Sandhills. With the heavy rains soaking the ground last week, any additional rain could cause localized flooding," he added. "Matthew is a major hurricane and still continues to strengthen."

 


  From My Daughter, Adrienne Harty (Hillsboro HS, IL / American School, IL) of NC - 10/05/16 - "Hurricane Matthew":
 

    ooh lovely. The hurricane coming our way is actually death. Good times.

     OH, NO!!!  Thank you, Adrienne!

 
 

 


   From Jimmy Hines ('64) of VA - 10/05/16 - "Hurricane Matthew":

To all of my family and (friends) living in the path of Matthew, please take all the necessary precautions to be safe, and know that I am praying for your safety. And know I love you all.

Love, Santa Jim

   Thank you so much, Santa Jim!

 


 From Phil Hammond ('64) of FL - 09/30/16 - "Ricky Wyatt ('64)":
 
We were coming home from dinner and the song, "She's real fine, my 409" was playing and I thought of Ricky Wyatt.

I remember going to an away football game with Billy Crosley ('64), Bobby Allen ('64), and Ricky was driving his dad's Ford (409 engine). He graduated class of 64. Anyone know where he is?

Phil

   Thanks, Phil! Old memories are the best! I remember Ricky -  and ALL those Stuart Gardens fellas - well, but I've no idea where he is or has been for the last forty-eleven years, sorry.

   "Anyone? Anyone?"

 


    From My Cousin, Cheryl White Wilson (James Blair HS / John Marshall HS - '64) of VA - 10/05/16:

       OH, YES!!!  Thank you, Cheryl!
 
 

 


“I love favors, because a favor is, instead of me doing something or paying you anything, why don’t you do it for me for free?”

- Jarod Kintz
(b. 05 Mar 1982
)

 


BONUS CROCHET PATTERN (Sorry, not theme related):

http://kathyscrochetcabin.blogspot.com/2009/02/wheelchair-lapghan-pattern.html - Wheelchair Lapghan - "Looking for a twist on a classic afghan pattern? Make a Wheelchair Lapghan and feel great about your free crochet afghan. This project is perfect for anyone who has to sit for a long period of time. Help them feel comfortable and cozy."

 


BONUS RECIPES (Sorry, not theme related):

http://www.navywifecook.com/2012/07/john-wayne-casserole.html - John Wayne Layered Casserole - "We're not exactly sure where this John Wayne Layered Casserole recipe got its name, but we're pretty sure that this dish is something the rugged American icon would have loved eating. Packed with great hearty flavors and ingredients like ground beef, biscuit mix, pepper and onion and then topped with a delicious mixture of sour cream, mayo and cheddar cheese, this is one of those beef casserole recipes that's nearly impossible to resist. When you serve this cowboy recipe to your family for dinner, you're sure to get asked to serve up some second helpings!"

http://www.recipelion.com/Chicken-Casserole-Recipes/Black-Bean-Chicken-and-Cheese-Bake/ - Black Bean, Chicken and Cheese Bake - "This quick casserole recipe is a snap to prepare and sure to satisfy all those that are looking for a hearty dinner. Packed with macaroni and cheese, Black Bean, Chicken and Cheese Bake is topped with corn chips for an extra crunch. Your casserole recipes have never been crunchier or more delicious."

http://www.recipelion.com/Casserole-Recipes/Beefy-Green-Chile-and-Cheese-Bake/ - Beefy Green Chile and Cheese Bake - "This loaded casserole recipe has it all. Meaty, cheesy and packed to the brim with zesty ingredients, it will feed any hungry family. Easy to prepare and easy to enjoy, Beefy Green Chile and Cheese Bake is a must."

 


FINALLY:

From www.ajokeaday.com - 10/05/16:
A high-school student came home from school seeming rather depressed.

“What’s the matter son?” asked his mother.

“Aw, gee,” said the boy, “it’s my marks. They’re all wet.”

“What do you mean, 'all wet'?” she asks.

“I mean,” he replied, “well below C-level.”

 


DATES TO REMEMBER:

1. Wednesday and Thursday, October 19 and 20, 2016 - The NNHS Class of 1956 will hold their 60-Year Reunion.

2. Wednesday, November 09, 2016 - 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.

 


PRAYER ROLL:

http://www.nnhs65.com/requests-prayers.html - updated 09/02/16

BLOG:

http://nnhs.wordpress.com/ - updated 03/13/11

 



   Y'all take good care of each other!  TYPHOONS FOREVER! 
We'll Always Have Buckroe!

                          Love to all, Carol

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Carol Buckley Harty
7020 Lure Court
Fayetteville, NC 28311-9309
910-584-8802

"Never underestimate
the power of a drop
in the bucket."

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1. Visit the main page (http://www.nnhs65.com), scroll halfway down, and click on the Pay Pal Donate Button (nnhs65@gmail.com);

2. Go to www.PayPal.com, log in, select "Send Money (Services) to nnhs65@gmail.com; or

3. Just mail it directly to my home. Thanks! 


 

 Beep Beep

Written by Carl Cicchetti and Donald Claps

Recorded by The Playmates, 1958


While riding in my Cadillac,
What to my surprise.
A little Nash Rambler was following me -
About one third my size.
The guy must've wanted to pass me up
As he kept on tooting his horn. Beep! Beep!
I'll show him that a Cadillac
Is not a car to scorn.
Beep! Beep! Beep! Beep!
His horn went beep beep beep!

I pushed my foot down to the floor
To give the guy the shake.
But the little Nash Rambler stayed right behind;
He still had on his brake.
He must have thought his car had more guts
As he kept on tooting his horn.
I'll show him that a Cadillac
Is not a car to scorn.
Beep! Beep!
His horn went beep beep!

My car went into passing gear
And we took off with gust.
Soon we were doing ninety -
Must've left him in the dust.
When I peeked in the mirror of my car,
I couldn't believe my eyes:
The little Nash Rambler was right behind -
I think that guy could fly.
Beep! Beep! Beep! Beep!
His horn went beep beep beep.

Now we're doing a hundred and ten -
This certainly was a race.
For a Rambler to pass a Caddy
Would be a big disgrace.
The guy must've wanted to pass me up
As he kept on tooting his horn.
I'll show him that a Cadillac
Is not a car to scorn.
Beep! Beep! Beep! Beep!
His horn went beep beep!

Now we're doing a hundred and twenty -
As fast as I could go.
The Rambler pulled along side of me
As if we were going slow.
The fellow rolled down his window
And yelled for me to hear,
"Hey, Buddy, how can I get this car
Out of second gear?!
?"

 


 "Beep Beep" lyrics courtesy of http://www.rockremembers.com/2010/07/beep-beep-playmates-1958-top-40.html

"Beep Beep" title clip art courtesy of http://doctorfeelgood.wordpress.com/lolcats/ - 10/07/11

Nash Logo used to form Divider Lines courtesy of http://www.cartype.com/pages/450/nash_related_emblems - 10/07/11

 Animated Tiny Birthday Cake clip art courtesy of Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of VA - 08/31/05
Thanks, Sarah Sugah!
Navy Seal clip art courtesy of http://www.onemileup.com/miniSeals.asp - 05/29/06

Animated Red Flames courtesy of http://members.tripod.com/mrfire/animations.html - ???

Hampton High School's Crab clip art courtesy of http://www.geocities.com/agent99bm/ - 10/02/05
Replaced courtesy of http://www.hamptonhigh1964.com - 02/17/09

Animated Navy Flag clip art courtesy of http://www.angelfire.com/ny4/KevsGifsGalore/Patriotic.html - 06/18/03     

Hillsboro (MO) High School's Hawks logo courtesy of http://hillsborohawks.info/ - 09/20/13

Hillsboro High School's Topper (Band Version) clip art courtesy of http://www.hillsboroschools.net/schools/hhs/activities/music2/Band/bio.html - 06/07/08
Thanks, Mark!

American School Logo courtesy of http://www.americanschoolofcorr.com/grads.asp - 09/05/06

Bad Surprise Smiley courtesy of http://picsdigger.com/image/a935ccd3/ - 10/21/10

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!

John Marshall High School's Justice Scale clip art courtesy of Cheryl White Wilson (JMHS - '64) of VA - 10/13/05 (replaced 02/23/09)
Thanks, Cheryl!

Jeffrey Holman's Image "A Drop in the Bucket" courtesy of https://tearsfromalonelygod.wordpress.com/2009/10/08/a-drop-in-the-bucket/ - 05/23/16

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