Princeton High School

Cookie Hill on October 16, 2023 4:49 PM

Sending "Get Well" greetings to Pete.

Pete Stephenson on October 16, 2023 4:23 PM

Hello Everyone: We just got in from Baptist, Pete is at Encompass for 10-14 days, I imagine, for therapy...physical to regain strength and balance and occupational for speech. If he gets tired or frustrated, his speech is really garbled...however, we manage to communicate regardless. After a good rest, he speaks pretty clearly. Generally everything is fine, everything on track re healing from brain bleed...has had no more..and bypass surgery. He is aware of all your thoughts and prayers and is very appreciative...please don't stop now. I'll get back to you in a few days with update and/or news. God Bless! Linda

Carl on October 16, 2023 8:16 PM

Pete's home address for cards:

512 Morningside Dr.
Princeton, WV 24740

Ched on October 16, 2023 5:35 PM

Great news on Pete's progress. The therapy will do wonders for his recovery..
When you think about it, it was a miracle lthat he had the small brain hemorage while he was in the expert care of the cardiac ICU unit. They were able intervene and plug off the aneurism before possibly irreversable damage. Enjoy the cooler weather and stay well
Cookie, I remember Tip Toe Through The Tulips .I think it was called an "operetta". I tremember one of the leads was Robin Rose,
I was in it with only a bit part

Cookie Hill on October 16, 2023 4:47 PM

Good to see Mike Herring on the blog. Question for Mike i.e. "Patty Sue's Birthday Party" 3rd grade, Miss Kennedy's class, Mercer School. Who sang "Tip-Toe Through the Tulips" and "Here Comes Peter Cottontail." Which one did you sing and which one did Wayne Christian sing? I played the part of the Mother because I was the tallest one in all 2nd and 3rd grade classes--still have the outfit my mother made for it.

Mike Herring on October 16, 2023 9:38 PM

I do remember singing tiptoe ... and Mrs Lilly directing from a seat in audience.
That experience was the start of a lifelong enjoyment of singing in choirs where ever I moved. I've always had a piano and still play music on my keyboard. Wife Dorothy and I are now singing in " The Grace Village Choir", WInona Lake, IN.
This is a retirement community that has monthly Chapel Services and we practice weekly for Chapel and have Easter and Christmas concerts. Great looking back on HS choir led by Miss Moody. Don't remember all names, Carl Thomason, Fred Lucas, ...?, and I also were in a quartet for several years.

Mike Herring on October 16, 2023 2:18 PM

See Stan Hill's Boy Scout reflection Friday the 13th; I commented on that reflection.
Also wanted to add to Dr. Tom's comments about the 60s to 70s reunion. Elizabeth Herring from class of 62 is going to come down and be there two nights with her son Jason O'Neal. We're going to have some really good reflections to share, and also am very excited that there's gonna be sevetal from our 60 class.
Mike H

Carl on October 16, 2023 9:58 AM

Just rec'd one of those "best of" teasers: "The One Food to Try in Every State." Here's what's said about you-know-where:

Delicious as it is, cornbread is a great companion to almost every known savory dish. Have it alongside barbecued meats, with a bean chili, a casserole or pile of vegetables. Cook it with ham and cheese inside, make an alternative hotdog or spice it up with jalapeños. In West Virginia, cornbread is made in a cast iron skillet and that skillet should be for cornbread and cornbread only.

I'll bet that Becky learned this in PHS Home-Ec (or already knew it when she got there).
Why the article makes no mention of cornbread in a glass of milk or buttermilk is a mystery to me.

Carl on October 16, 2023 7:51 AM

Here's hoping that myevent.com completed their transition to new software for our PHS60 website yesterday as scheduled.
My quick check just now revealed NO changes to our content.

Dr. Tom on October 15, 2023 2:27 PM

Another memory of a lost art precipitated by a Hallmark movie we were watching --

Catching fireflies and putting their bodies into a glass jar -- better than an updated flashlight.

Carl on October 15, 2023 5:29 AM

‘Twas the night for the converts to transform our blog,
I prepared for my bed with a glass of egg nog.
I awoke around 3, ordinary for my ilk,
Laid there waiting for the Sandman, with a cup of warm milk.

Then suddenly jolted, my eyes opened wide,
My breath came in gasps and my dear heart replied.
Is there some high-tech gremlin molesting our site?
Such thoughts and fears stabbed me with heart-pounding fright.

Our blog host will make his conversion today.
Oh please make it smooth, uneventful and gay.
But what if it isn’t? It scrambles, deletes,
converts to a language that none of us speaks?

My memory’s much less than it was years ago
And how to regain it I’m sure I don’t know.
So what if our blog now is like Magic Slate
with cover film lifted and comments erased?

The loss of my wisdom would no doubt be felt
Throughout PHS60: NY thru the Sun Belt
To Texas and West Coast, across Northern climes,
Then end up in Princeton, the scene of my crimes.

Not all of them surely, but more than enough
To prompt my Reflections and other strange stuff.
Oh what will become of my precious fan base
Awaiting each day's stilted wit, witless grace.

So I rushed to my desk, turned to matters of rhyme,

Set down my deep wisdom, perhaps just in time.

And then it occurred: since we last heard from Fred,
The blog’s a mere shadow . . . I slunk back to bed.

Farmer Hoggett on October 15, 2023 10:51 AM

That'll do pig.

Dr. Tom on October 14, 2023 11:59 AM

Update on Pete via Linda this morning. Pete was transported back to Baptist Hospital in Winston Salem mid-week as there were indications of resurfacing issues primarily involving his speech and weakness on one side of his body. There was concern about a bleed, but x-rays did not show anything -- perhaps an old bleed. Pete will remain there for a few more days and then back to Encompass in Princeton.
Linda has Pete's phone. but says that there is a problem with the volume and/or audio setting as she is not picking up calls. She cannot post updates on the blog as all she has is the cell phones until they get back to Princeton. Linda is staying in a motel in Winston Salem and taking Uber to get back and forth to the hospital.
Please continue to pray for our classmate.

Carl on October 14, 2023 11:17 AM

ATTENTION! Please
Beginning tomorrow, Sunday, Oct. 15, the new-and-improved (or at least revised) version of our website will produce a new look. I'm assured that very little will change, but some pages may look slightly different.
This change is required by a need to move to a newer and better software for myevent.com. Some of the old graphic features will no longer be available.
I am anxiously awaiting the change and will work to "correct" any resulting "flaws." Please share your thoughts thru "Reply" comments to this post.

Dr. Tom on October 14, 2023 9:00 AM

Folks, I have bee playing with the idea of a new "game" to ensure with Carl that the blog does not wane and remains lively. I hope some of you will play with me.
The essence of the game is that you share a synaptic firing from your youth/PHS days that you don't consciously ever remember thinking about ever or at least for years -- this could be a person, place, thing, idea, picture, -- whatever. It can be significant or very trivial. Again, the criterion for inclusion is that you don't think you have ever thought of the memory since its birth years ago.
Try this one which popped into my thoughts this morning. Similar to the blocked letters "HOLLYWOOD" in California was there signage of the Princeton radio station "WLOH" proximately posted somewhere? On a hill? On a billboard? On the station itself?
Here is another -- B. Lambert, M. Crawford, M. Herring, B. Arney, and I all attended a Sunday school class at the Methodist Church. We boys were so uncouth, down right rude and out-of-control that our adult teacher resigned and another would not take over.

Carl on October 14, 2023 11:09 AM

Tom, it's an unpopular stance today, but would have been fitting and acceptable at that time. I think that before resigning, your Sunday school teacher should -- literally -- have beaten the Hell out of you boys. That would have been a welcomed and justified "sin-aptic firing."

Dr. Tom on October 14, 2023 12:02 PM

I so like "sin-aptic firing." How app-pro-po.

Carl on October 13, 2023 10:54 AM

With so many concerns about troubling issues,
I think it's time for another installment of . . .

Friday Reflections: Stan Hill

Trying to pick out one particular memory while growing up when we did, and where we did is very difficult. I think we are some of the most blessed people that ever lived.
Growing up when the country was at it’s peak in almost every sense was our great fortune. I felt like we lived in the stereotypical small town USA and it seemed as though Jim and Margaret Anderson could have lived next door and perhaps Ward and June Cleaver were just down the street.
I enjoyed participating in sports, but I was a terrible asthmatic athlete who was almost always chosen last (and whose outs did not count).
I was undoubtedly one of the biggest nerds who ever lived, with a huge interest in electronics in general and ham radio in particular. We nerds were certainly made fun of on a regular basis. Who could imagine carrying around a hand-held device just so one could communicate with others. :>)
I received a .410 gauge shotgun as a birthday gift at 12 years old. Many of my friends were avid hunters and fishermen as was I. [There was not much clamor concerning gun control.] I especially enjoyed fishing while white-water rafting on the New River.
Like many classmates, scouting was important to me. Many of us were in Scout Troop 6 (later Troop 66). I was – and still am – a big Boston Red Sox fan and we were lucky enough to have Bob Porterfield, an excellent pitcher for the Sox
(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Porterfield), as an Assistant Scout Master. Scouting participation further strengthened my belief in God and Country.
In school we recited the pledge of allegiance and I don’t recall a single student or teacher refusing to participate. [And “taking a knee” was unheard of.]
I drove too fast and too reckless. I was given a speeding ticket for doing 90+ in a 45-mph zone. I appeared before Oris Barton J. P. and fined $16.50. As I left, Mr. Barton asked if Dual (my father) knew about the ticket; I stammered that he did not. He assured me that he would most certainly know if it ever happened again. If I recall correctly, Barney Fife was on the Princeton police force.
For the most part we all got along … Caucasians and Non-Caucasians … Nerds and Athletes … Democrats and Republicans … Christians and Non-Christians.
How did all this get away from us?

Mike Herring on October 16, 2023 1:56 PM

In response to Stanley Hill's reflection on Boy Scouts of America: I recall we had Freddie Lucas's older brother was as an assistant scoutmaster or something like that. And he took us on an outing that was south and off of 460 down Oakvale mountain. We got on a train track and went through a tunnel, and then proceeded to come out of the tunnel and see a train trestle; we desired to cross the trestle (probably w/o the leader's permission) and got halfway across and a train was coming toward us from the other side and we had to run back-off the trestle; scary! I do believe that assistant scoutmaster leader got disciplined for that incident but I don't think it was his fault totally.
I often think that we must have had guardian angels or over a half-dozen times
I could have been in obit column in next days paper.

Dr. Tom on October 8, 2023 2:30 PM

Even though my brother, Bob, did not graduate from PHS given that my family had moved to Florida, Bob and and his wife Shelia have maintained close contact with many of his classmates over the years. They had planned to go to at least 1 night of the upcoming reunion, but had to cancel.
Shelia obtained a copy of the most recent registration and forwarded it to me. I will send a copy to anyone who requests it.
There are 273 registrants for the 2nd night. Our classmates include -- Pat Smith, Myron Anderson, Dottie Morris, Russel Sink, Doug Damewood, Mike Herring, and Candy Rorrer.

Pete Stephenson on October 8, 2023 1:33 PM

Good Sunday Morning everyone...First, thanks for all the prayers, wishes and comments. Pete is very appreciative to all and anxious to get home and on the Blog. Becky, keeping you and Jim in our prayers with so many others...our list is growing but so thankful to God that we are uin HIS Hands!! Pete's still awfull tired, says therapy whips his "butt" but realizes it's a good thing...he is getting stronger. He told me yesterday that doctor at Baptist said he'd had a stroke...I was never sure. No paralysis, good communication, able to eat reg food and tolerate it well. I'll keep you posted. Praise be to God!!!

Becky Novarro on October 7, 2023 5:35 PM

Linda, Glad Pete is doing better. Scary stuff!! Jim is at Encompass in Naples but for something much simplier, Covid and Pneumonia. Give my love to Pete and hugs to you.
Love, Becky

Edward Laufer on October 7, 2023 7:09 PM

All of the above is VERY SCARY at our ages! QUADRUPLE BYPASS FOR PETE and JIM having COVID and PNEUMONIA! SCARY INDEED! WISHING BOTH A GOOD AND SPEEDY RECOVERY!

Ched on October 6, 2023 10:08 PM

Thanks for the great news on Pete. The therapy will work wonders and he will be back to good health soon

Pete Stephenson on October 5, 2023 6:03 PM

Update on Pete...My son, Eric, and I just got back from NC with Pete. Took him straight to Encompass Rehab in Princeton. He's doing well, no more tubes, wires, monitors, etc. Pete will have 3 hrs. rehab daily for approx 2 wks. He communicates well, however, is extremely tired this evening, got in the bed and fast asleep. We appreciate all your good thoughts and prayers, he's always excited to hear from you guys. If anyone would like to send him a card, please send it to our home address: 512 Morningside Dr, Pctn. 24740. Thanks for everything, I'll keep you posted. God Bless. Linda

Dr. Tom on October 6, 2023 5:27 PM

Pete, I think of you several times a day and continue to pray for a speedy and total recovery. Geehole says hello and will come and see you in a few days.
Thanks, Linda, for keeping us updated on Pete's progress.
Info from Geehole -- Joe Holdren fell and is in the hospital. Docs are trying to determine the why. Will update as new info comes in.

Pete Stephenson on October 3, 2023 4:56 PM

This is Linda....just talked with Pete..he sounds great and thinks he'll be discharged tomorrow (he will to go Encompass Rehab here in Pctn)....I'll be surprised if he's discharged tomorrow. Earlier today they implanted a coil (I think) to block an artery, which apparently has been the problem with the bleeds. He sounded great, I told him you all had him in your thoughts and prayers...he is so appreciative. No problem communication today, speech was really good. I'll update when I know more. God Bless

Ched on October 3, 2023 10:01 PM

Linda . thanks for the great news on Pete. ... prayers answered �???�???

Carl on October 3, 2023 5:22 PM

Linda, your post was like hearing from Pete's guardian angel. Thanks for the wonderful news. It sounds like Pete is exactly where he needs to be. Please tell him that PHS60 sends our warmest regards and best wishes.
Classmates, am I right?

Edward Laufer on October 3, 2023 6:35 PM

ABSOLUTELY CARL! VERY GOOD NEWS ABOUT PETE!

Pete Stephenson on October 3, 2023 1:50 PM

Just spoke with Pete's nurse who said Pete is just coming up from having a "procedure", however, he was good this morning before going down. I believe he had a coil implant. Will text when I know more! God Bless

Pete Stephenson on October 1, 2023 3:23 PM

This is Linda, Pete's wife. Update on Pete as of this afternoon Sunday 10/1/23...he is still in ICU at Baptist Hosp Winston Salem NC. His condition is improving little by little each day. He is still NPO, coughing is better, tube thru nose to stomach to avoid aspiration of fluids. More alert, no paralysis. Still continues to be somewhat garbled when he can't get words out and he gets frustrated. This is a vast improvement that a week ago...Thanks be to God. Thanks for all your prayers and concerns.

Carl on October 2, 2023 10:55 AM

Linda, thank you for the update on Pete's health. I'm sure that I speak for many classmates in wishing Pete a fast and full recovery, and wishing you good health. I look forward to future postings of Pete's condition as you have more to report. Thanks again, and welcome to the PHS60 blog.

Carl on September 30, 2023 6:52 AM

Happy birthday free birthday clip art happy and birthdays 3

Linda Phlegar Mills

Carl on September 29, 2023 1:26 PM

Classy updates:
Within the past week I've had phone calls from
Raymond Kidwell, Jerry Wizon & Paul Baker.
All report that they're reasonably well, aside from -- get this -- signs of aging that limit their activity (although Paul was in a neighbor's basement fixing something for her and sounded pretty robust).
Take care, stay well & keep laughing.

Dr Tom on September 28, 2023 2:42 PM

No update on Pete as yet today. Don't wish to bother Linda as I am sure that she is exhausted.

Mike Murphy on September 28, 2023 7:43 PM

Thank you Tom for your updates. Pete is a tough guy, had both knees replaced at the same time, praying for a quick recovery.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on September 28, 2023 2:51 AM

Sam Goodall

Dr. Tom on September 27, 2023 11:51 AM

Update on Pete a few minutes ago via Linda. Pete had a very rough afternoon yesterday which required additional testing. Two bleeds were found, an older/slower leak and a new one. Both have been addressed. The older bleed may have been part of the causative factors causing Pete's earlier issues rather than the dehydration diagnosis and the bleed had not shown on earlier scans.
Pete is having a better day -- was helped to get up on the side of his bed and took a few steps.
Linda feels really good about the care that is being provided by all the hospital personnel. A quadruple bypass procedure is more than "a walk in the park."
Please continue to pray for both Pete and Linda.

Ched on September 27, 2023 2:09 PM

thanks Tom for the update on Pete. Let's all pray for Pete's full recovery �???�???

Carl on September 27, 2023 12:43 PM

Thanks Tom for the encouraging news.

should classmates wish to send a card/note,
I'm told that Pete is at:
Atrium Health Wake Forest Medical Center
1 Medical Center Blvd.
7 North Tower; Room 7004
Winston-Salem, NC 27157

The hospital TN is 336 - 716-2011

Mike Murphy on September 26, 2023 5:00 PM

Pete and Linda Prayers and best wishes for a speedy recovery
Keep on trucking best friend
Mike

Edward Laufer on September 26, 2023 3:51 PM

LINDA, Many of Pete's classmates and friends are thinking about PETE and YOU, and were HAPPY to hear on the BLOG that the doctors said that the surgery went WELL.

Dr. Tom on September 25, 2023 6:12 PM

Report on Pete from Linda. Pete is currently in cardiac ICU which is normal after heart surgery. Docs said that everything went well with no problems and they don't expect any. Surgery took about 3.5 hours with 4 bypasses.
I am sure that Linda will read texts from any of you to Pete. Continue your prayers and express thanksgiving. God is GREAT.

Dr. Tom on September 24, 2023 4:12 PM

Return text from Pete -- He reports that he will be taken down for surgery around noon tomorrow. Probably will be in hospital for week. Pray hard for our classmate.

Carl on September 25, 2023 7:57 AM

Ched, Tom & anyone else,
Please keep us posted with news of Pete's progress. He is much in my thoughts this morning.

Edward Laufer on September 24, 2023 11:08 PM

We will hope and pray that Pete's surgery will go well!

ched on September 23, 2023 11:09 PM

Pete Stephenson will undergo open heart ( triple bypass) surgery on Monday morning. He is at Wake Forest Medical Center. Let's pray for a successful surgery and recovery for Pete

Edward Laufer on September 20, 2023 1:39 PM

Today as it was when growing up the #1 place in the US where marbles were made was in WEST VIRGINIA! Yes WEST VIRGINIA! If I remember correctly and I MAY NOT, in the 1950's there were some National Marble shooting contests and the winners often were from WEST VIRGINIA

Edward Laufer on September 20, 2023 2:06 PM

Now reading more about MARBLES. They say MOST all are made in MEXACO. The only place in the US is in PADEN CITY WV, and the company is called MARBLE KING. They supply I believe the marbles for the MARBLE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS are in WILDWOOD NJ

Edward Laufer on September 20, 2023 12:46 PM

OK Carl, I will give my best guess to your question. Do these words refer to LARGER SIZE MARBLES?

Carl on September 20, 2023 12:57 PM

Bingo!!! Voila!!! Hear Hear!!!
Edward, guesses don't get any better than that.
Yep, all of those words refer to larger-than-average marbles. When I stumbled across the list I could hardly believe it. I knew only "shooter" and "taw" from the list and "breaker" which is not there -- although "toebreaker" is.
Ain't language somethin' to behold?

Dr. Tom on September 20, 2023 11:50 AM

Taw, taw, Carl. Ed and I are not into immies. Are you going to watch the new Fox TV show this fall with David Spade -- Cat's Eye?

Carl on September 20, 2023 12:19 PM

Tom, to quote Tweety Pie: "I tawt I taw a puddy tat."
Seems you've gotten coyer by half than Edward.

Edward Laufer on September 20, 2023 10:13 AM

TOM, IT'S YOUR CALL! Hmmm What matters I believe to CARLS QUESTION

Edward Laufer on September 20, 2023 11:05 AM

TOM, I will let you give CARL your answer. I think SIZE is part of it!

Carl on September 20, 2023 10:48 AM

Edward & Tom, are you two talking in code or have you just lost your bumboozers?

Edward Laufer on September 19, 2023 6:40 PM

CARL, I have NOT seen ANY of these words in ages, but recognize JUST A FEW. CARL, HOW do you come up with these things? Hmmm? Find a piece of ground pretty level without grass, draw a circle and then competing??? I learned very early on. buy some pretty ones at GG MURPHY and keep them. NEVER could hold a steely correctly.

Carl on September 19, 2023 9:09 PM

Oh Edward, you coy clown. No wonder you & Tom where the enduring stars of Tom Foolery: the Coded Classmate Names.
I tink dat boat of yous is right, but I still haven't seen the answer to my question.

Dr. Tom on September 20, 2023 9:07 AM

Carl, I again marble at you questions. Ed, I too was never good at the game also not being able to hold the nugget correctly to realize significant power and accuracy to knock another out of the circle.
I remember the heyday being in the 5th and 6th grades.

Carl on September 19, 2023 12:34 PM

Wow! Who knew?
Browsing thru another "Reflection" I came across the following list of names for something -- names of a single thing, common to young boys of our generation.
Here there are: boulder, bonker, cosher, goen, masher, plumper, popper, shooter, thumper, smasher, goom, noogie, taw, bumbo, crock, bumboozer, bowler, tonk, tronk, godfather, tom bowler, fourer, giant, dobber, hogger, biggie or toebreaker.
What is the one thing that each of these is a name for?

Dr. Tom on September 19, 2023 2:06 PM

Carl, I think I have the answer, but will hold my guess until others give it a try. Still marvel at your questions.
A new word. Don't think I have ever experienced it before.

Look up "contranym or contronym".

Carl on September 19, 2023 4:38 PM

Good words there Tom, that "contranym/contronym."
I've often, over many years, wondered about "sanction" meaning a) to allow or approve of or b) to assess a penalty for, but I never got around to exploring a name for it.
Always on the lookout for a good neologism.

Carl on September 18, 2023 10:54 AM

Help! SOS!! Mayday!
Friends, I'm making a slideshow of our "official" 5-year reunion (e.g., 2000, 2005, 2010) Sat. nite class photos --
the coat & tie group.
I'm missing pix for 1975 & 1985
Can anyone provide me a copy?

Edward Laufer on September 18, 2023 4:53 PM

Saw your request CARL, for missing pictures for the 1975 and 1985 REUNION CLASS PICTURES. This should not be a problem, I will go to a couple of the PHS REUNION booklets that we got at reunions.! OOPS! There must be GHOSTS and I should have known that you knew that they were not in those booklets! GHOSTS!!!

Becky Novarro on September 17, 2023 8:34 AM

Wow! Loved Brenda Martin's story. Carl, thanks for posting her reflections. Brenda and I attended Sunday School together for years. She always showed her sunny disposition. She is my "Shortcake."
Keep them coming. We learn about our old friends.

Carl on September 15, 2023 3:51 PM

Friday Reflections: Brenda Martin Sword

504 Ritchie Street — Home Sweet Home

Home Sweet Home: the house at 504 Ritchie St. was built by my grandparents, James Jackson Martin (1868-1929) and Arramah Eveline Rorrer (1866-1940). They raised four boys and four girls there. When my grandmother passed away, the house was left to my father, Ray Burman Martin. He was the youngest son and still living at home. He and my mother, Mabel Blanch White were married in 1941. I was born in 1942, brother Bill in 1944 and sister Sandy in 1947. Daddy passed away in 1971, then Mother and Bill both in 2004. The house was then left to Sandy and me.

Our house seemed to be the center of a neighborhood which included several classmates that attended Knob Elementary. Standing on that big elevated front porch I could see the homes of Pat Smith, Clarabelle Howery, Tracy French, Louise Dunn, and Anita Wiley. If I stood real tall I could see the house of Patty Baker Anderson. Freddie Kessinger lived directly in front of Knob school. Other neighbors were Mason and Arthur Worrell, Sharon Lawrence, “Punkie” Hutchenson and Kenneth Quesenberry. All of the homes had at least one child so there were many playmates nearby.

During the late 1940's and early 50's Ritchie St. was unpaved so it was used by all the neighborhood kids as an after-school and weekend gathering place for games of marbles, jack rock, hop scotch, X and O's. You might have joined in a lively game of Mother May I, Hide and Seek, Red Rover, Tag, Dodge Ball or Red Light Green Light. Jumping ropes were always available as well as a basketball goal that was nailed to one of 18 oaks growing in the yard.

A white picket fence surrounding the house “contained” the 3 of us. The top rail was wide enough to walk, therefore we has a great balance beam. Oh what fun!!!!

Daddy, a construction worker, made a nice swing set with one of the posts being made using another oak tree. Below the swing set was a huge cherry tree, a favorite of everyone. Who didn't like to climb trees especially if you were the first one to reach the top or highest limb? If you listen closely you may have heard “TARZAN” as someone swung down.

The house had three levels with three rooms in the basement. The back room made an excellent play house with furniture made by daddy – a solid oak table with chairs, a doll bed and a nice hutch for dishes, and storage for pots and pans used in cooking.

When we got tired of playing house it could be changed into a grocery store. Mother would open her cans from the bottom as she prepared meals. When the cans and boxes were turned upright they made perfect items for the store shelves. Of course we needed a cash register and play money, pencil and paper for making tickets and receipts. We took turns being customer or clerk.

Sadly, in the mid '50s the street was paved and the address was changed to 600 Ritchie. There were no more games in the dirt, the cherry tree was cut down, the basketball goal removed from the old oak tree and the swings were no longer interesting. So much changed as all of us in the neighborhood were of age to apply for part-time jobs — and enter the real world. Many of us were employed by G.C. Murphy, Leggetts, A&P and the men’s and women’s stores on Mercer Street after school and during the summer.

Sundays, I attended the First Christian Church for Sunday School and Church. Afterwards the family visited my other grandparents in Elgood, West Virginia, or went for a Sunday drive in daddy's 1950 blue Chevrolet Pickup with all five of us stuffed in the cab but still room for ice cream. YUM YUM

With college completed, I left Princeton for Russell County, Virginia where I taught school for 37 years, retiring in 2001. I still live in Lebanon, Virginia. Even after 56 years, it warms my heart to leave Lebanon and drive north on 19/460 for 60 miles and arrive in Princeton to exit on Stafford Drive, left on 7th Street and right on Ritchie. There sits that big house that thanks to my grandparents and parents provided a home with a wonderful and awesome childhood. I have remained forever grateful for my years, family and friends there. Sandy and I still maintain the home and return on short stays as often as we can to our “HOME SWEET HOME.”

Carl on September 14, 2023 9:08 PM

It was a glorious day here on Walton's Mountain.
Hope yours was too.
Good night Jim Bob.

Dr. Tom on September 13, 2023 11:26 AM

Have any of you had experience with living with your adult (married) children? Our son has proposed an idea wherein we and they would sell our current condos (realizing the increases in value over the past few years) and purchase a much larger 1-story home. The home would would allow seperate bedroom and bath amenities, with shared kitchen and laundry. It would not be the typical mother-in-law arrangement, but supposedly true independence unless we desire to be together.
Our kids are concerned about our health as we age and came up with this idea in lieu of assisted living in the future. My concerns are many -- giving up a 3.5% mortgage rate as opposed to the current rates, paying for services that are currently covered by our HOA dues, increased insurance costs, etc., etc., etc..
Would appreciate any thoughts, please.

Edward Laufer on September 11, 2023 5:30 PM

911 resonates for many Americans particularly in the New YORK CITY area. For us it was this. My wife SANDY worked for an IT consulting firm and we were down in Florida the week before. She thought that she might be working as a consultant at the WORLD TRADE CENTER 85 OR 90 floors up and had gone up with the head of her firm a few weeks before, a proposal was made and then terms had to be ironed out. THINKING she would be working there on 9 11 she called from the airport in Florida on 9 10 to find out the contract was delayed a week to after we got back and had another assignment across the HUDSON RIVER in NEW JERSEY Coming up from Florida planes from the south often go up the EAST RIVER so you can see all of MANHATTAN if you are on the left side of the plane first seeing lower Manhattan and the TWIN TOWERS on that CRYSTAL CLEAR EVENING ON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 10TH. SANDY does not talk to much about it. IT IS JUST FATE.

Dr. Tom on September 11, 2023 7:39 PM

WOW -- GOD IS GREAT !

Mike Murphy on September 10, 2023 7:56 PM

Sorry folks I should have said Tacca Gadiem instead of Cabrer which is Arabic for big gadiem is old and modifiers follow in Arabic
I am getting old
Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on September 10, 2023 11:42 AM

BIG news story today is of the disastrous earthquake in Morocco: 2000+ killed; 3000+ seriously injured.
For classmates who don't know -- or have forgotten -- Mike & Dorothy Herring were on a church-sponsored mission to Morocco some 15-20 years ago (I think). They may have spent 2 years there. I imagine that this disaster resonates strongly with them.

Edward Laufer on September 10, 2023 12:44 PM

VERY devastating to see on the news!

Carl on September 9, 2023 9:21 PM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Mike Murphy.
(Barely avoided it being a belated wish.)

Mike Murphy on September 10, 2023 4:13 PM

Carl - Thanks for remembering my Birthday and especially for the E card from no less than William Shatner and the group singing SHOUT and my name. Undoubatibly the best card i have ever received.
Sir Carl you are the Best!!
Taca Cabeer 81 (old fart in Arabic)
Mike

Carl on September 10, 2023 4:31 PM

From one Taca Cabeer -- uh, Tacca Gadiem -- to another, back atcha Mike.

Edward Laufer on September 9, 2023 3:17 PM

A REFLECTION from HIGH SCHOOL DAYS ! In between COLLEGE FOOTBALL GAMES AND SCORES suddenly something came up today about scoring! THE FOLLOWING IS TRUE, BUT NO NAMES ARE MENTIONED TO PROTECT THE INNOCENT! Way back in HIGH SCHOOL DAYS in a class, we are all getting our FIRST EXAM REULTS from a particular class I am looking at the RESULTS REALLY GOOD ED! I ONLY MISSED ON 2 OF THE 20 QUESTIONS and then I look look at the grade and thinking it should say 90 and INSTEAD it says 80! And I am hearing a lot of mumbling in the class. I turn to a CLASSMATE sitting across from me and ask her ( she was one of the VALEDICTORIAN'S in our class STRAIGHT A'S in everything) 'how did she do? Well NOT HAPPY missing 1 of the questions, but the grade Ed I got was a 90!, not a 95 and we cannot figure out why? (SPOILER ALERT - THIS WAS NOT A MATH CLASS) We are starting to hear mumbling in the class ! Let's GO UP and talk to the teacher. The teacher says Mr. Laufer here is how your you got an 80. 18 CORRECT MINUS the 2 INCORRECT an 80! AND then turns to 1 of PHS'S STRAIGHT A STUDENT'S and explained how she only got a 90. We start to quietly argue with the teacher saying one could get a ZERO or even a MINUS score with this system of grading BINGO! and the teacher announces I need ALL YOUR PAPERS BACK TO REGRADE! and tells the 2 of us, HAD NO IDEA WHATSO EVER how this grading system came up that day. The person was really A GOOD TEACHER! (As an aside when mentioning this posting to my wife SANDY she said she had heard certain segments of the SAT EXAMS some of the scoring might have extra DEDUCTIONS for incorrect answers.

Carl on September 9, 2023 9:49 PM

Wow Edward. I haven't thought about this for years -- thankfully.
Your story about #s of wrong answers being subtracted from the # correct rang a dim bell in my memory bank. Somewhere along the line of my becoming educated beyond my intelligence -- having been an officially enrolled student at 9 colleges (that's right, NINE) -- I learned something about standardized tests of multiple choice questions subtracting wrong answers from correct ones. (I vaguely recall that for questions with 4 multiple choice answers, one-fourth of the number of incorrect would be subtracted from the # of correct ones. This was justified by test makers far smarter in statistics than I ever was.)
I suspect that your teacher learned about this and decided to apply it -- over apply it, actually -- to her tests, demonstrating the old adage that "a little learning is a dangerous thing" and suggesting that she joined me in being educated beyond her intelligence. C'est la vie. [It doesn't make one a bad person.]

Edward Laufer on September 9, 2023 10:02 PM

OK SPOILER ALERT!! THE TEACHER IF I REMEMBER CORRECTLY, WAS A HE! I WILL SAY NO MORE!

Carl on September 10, 2023 4:38 PM

Well, shut my mouth! If you can.
Edward, I apologize to all female teachers, everywhere and for all time. Now that you've clarified things, it does sound like something that a male teacher -- having been one myself -- would more likely do. [It takes one to know one.] Shame on me.

Becky Novarro on September 9, 2023 2:57 PM

Thanks Carl for not mentioning the snore!!! Have I forgiven the humiliators....I'm sure it was just my problem!
Looked at picture of us at the train station. Too many are not with us anymore. I just hope we can all get together one of these days. In the meantime, thanks for your friendships.

Becky Novarro on September 9, 2023 5:16 AM

Loved the reflections by Charlene. We must have had some business classes together. I think our choises of teachers is another topic for us Bloggers.....or old people with a lot of memory. I remember being humiliated by a few teachers and shamefully I still remember at age 80 whoops 81, forgot a birthday. Charlene was always so cheerful. I think she was one of the business majors who went to D.C. after PHS.
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Carl on September 9, 2023 11:42 AM

Becky, major embarrassments and nearly all humiliations have a verrrry long shelf life. Most everyone experiences one or several throughout life. If you've managed to forgive the humiliators in your life, you're doing just fine.

Carl on September 8, 2023 3:13 PM

Friday Reflections: Peggy Charolene Fields Glenn

(written August 12, 2020)

In 1954, I was living in Rich Creek, Virginia. My father took a sudden illness and died in April. Devastating. The next year 1955, Mom moved us to Princeton. I began the 8th grade at Knob Elementary. Worse year of my life. No friends and extremely lonely. Lots of tears.

My life made a significant turn around when I entered the 9th grade. The very first day of class, I met three of my best friends (Betty Dunagan Matney, Gail Demont Sanders and Clarabelle Howery Griffith). We maintained our friendship throughout our lives. Betty and Gail relocated to Alexandria, Virginia where I lived. We attended the same church and raised our children together. Awesome!

During my high school years, I loved playing the clarinet with the band, working at G. C. Murphy Co. and Friday night skating at Oakvale Skating Rink. I especially enjoyed Ms. Evelyn Bareford’s bookkeeping-office practice class. I did not know at the time that this class was to become a destination for my working career. I have maintained a career in accounting/tax preparation since 1960 to present. Yes, even at 79 I still operate a small bookkeeping service from my home office. Keeps me busy and out of trouble.

I remember when my daughters were small, probably around 1973-1974, my husband and I and the children were visiting PHS and we stopped by Ms. Bareford’s class. She told me that as far as she knew, I was the only one of her student’s that had a working career in bookkeeping. Who would have thought this class would financially subsidize my income for almost 60 years. LOL

I love my classmates and hold all of you close to my heart.
God Bless and protection for all.

Ched on September 7, 2023 1:27 PM

I read Mike Herring's "reflection." I too recall the boxing club in the Mercer school gym. I was in it also. We were coached by John McCabe who had been a golden gloves fighter at one time. He was Dobber McCabe' s dad. Severel of our PHS classmates were in it also but don't recall all!

Dr. Tom on September 7, 2023 10:59 AM

A possible reflection. but I need help with it. Ed, I have a vague memory of coming upon a relatively high-stakes poker game wherein chips were being used, cigars were being smoked, and good booze was being consumed (my cohorts drank Mogen David wine or a cheap fifth of bourbon). I think you were present as well as Kirby Smith, Jack Honaker and perhaps Phil Selig -- members of the chess club? Was it at Honaker's home? Was it an on-going even? I think I was hanging with Jim George that night. Am I hallucinating? Thought it was so cool.
Talked with Stevenson yesterday. He is at home now and the consensus of the Docs is that his issues were due to dehydration. Pete said that he drank almost no water and loved coffee. He is pushing the water now flavored with Crystal Light, cutting down on his java intake, and trying to lose some weight. Linda had a hip replaced and is still going to PT. She has had a rough time wherein both Pete and Carol Stafford had hips replaced and did well.

Edward Laufer on September 7, 2023 12:32 PM

TOM, Glad to hear that PETE is doing better! My doctor every time I would see him, for years he would say 'ED you do not drink enough water'! Good heavens all of these hip replacements! Hope all are feeling better . These on going CARD GAMES started to have a life of their own and finally some of you VERY POPULAR GUYS like the football and basketball guys with the PRETTY GIRLS (YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE) started to ask HOW do we get into these card games drinking and sometimes smoking) and we said well if you don't have a DATE on such and such a weekend night, you are invited. BUT A VERY TOUGH CHOICE. GIRLS OR PLAYING POKER WITH GUYS DRINKING AND SMOKEING. The games were out at RAY KIDWELLs home on the OLD BLUEFIELD ROAD. There was a SEPARATE detached unit from the main home with a combination small living room bedroom ,and small kitchen and bathroom well away from the MAIN HOUSE and believe me BETWEEN the card playing,drinking and cigar smoking, once in awhile games going to DAWN,SOME of the guys wondered where the heck they were! TOM I AM GLAD TO SOLVE THIS QUESTION WITH THIS REFLECTION! Have not thought about this in many many years. HAPPY TIMES!

Dr. Tom on September 7, 2023 1:51 PM

Ed, thanks so much for the enlightenment. Who were the other regular players? What years did the games cover? I didn't know that there was this bizzaro world until perhaps being temporarily estranged from my girlfriend and not having anything to do one weekend. Was a tough choice -- not really.

Dr. Tom on September 7, 2023 2:54 PM

Ed, may I profusely apologize for my use of the phrase "bizzaro world". I was trying to be cute and the Seinfeld show pop into my head. I actually thought the poker game to be cool and would have really enjoyed playing. The bonding that you, Ray, and others shared will and have lasted a life time.
I was not in the service and sometimes think that I missed out regarless of one's vulnerabilty during the Vietnam conflict. My brother-in-law still stays in contact with some of the guys he served with in the Navy. Thank God for my PHS classmates,

Edward Laufer on September 7, 2023 5:28 PM

HEAVENS TOM, did not think your wording needed any apology at all! Those games were a World within a World.

Edward Laufer on September 7, 2023 2:46 PM

TOM, Games throughout mid high school days if one had a driver's license, sometimes on summer or winter breaks from college. Some of the usual suspects were yours truly Ray, Kerby sometimes I believe Carl, Phil Selig, Edward Tomchin, I believe Jerry Wizon after high school, Scotty Reid and others from time to time might show up like I believe Jack Honaker. THIS was a long time ago so I am probably not 100% accurate in my answer. The core group for the most part did not have steady girl friends.

Carl on September 7, 2023 4:24 PM

Edward, my often-slippery memory comports with your list. The gatherings at Raymond's would have been summer events since most of that gang was away at college during the school year. Summertime allowed Raymond, Phil, the 2 Edwards and Jerry Wizon to be there. Also the gatherings sometimes included Rick Swope, George Santon & Jim Fariss.
Thanks overwhelmingly to Edward Laufer, this group remained intact for decades afterward -- expanding to include Jerry Laufer, Scotty Reid & Sam Goodall -- assembling in Pctn. and elsewhere through at least 2007 when Edward promoted a gathering to celebrate our turning 65. [My, we were so young then.]
We congregated again at the PHS 2015 reunion.

Dr. Tom on September 5, 2023 11:44 PM

A Reflection --
Kay and I went to bed extremely early tonight with the intent of watching a movie on prime video, but alas, I had not downloaded the app to the TV in the bedroom. Ergo, we fell asleep and I awoke wide-eyed and couldn't go back to sleep.
I was overwhelmed with memories of the day/early evening of our graduation. We were to go to our home rooms to put on our caps and gowns. My home room was at the end of the hallway. I don't know whether that door was locked or not, but I remember walking down the hallway past all the homerooms. The doors to all the rooms were propped open, the lights were on, and one heard loud laughter and voices coming from each of them.
My thoughts were surreal (had no idea what that word meant then) as if I was looking at the scene without being a part of it. I was extremely sad thinking that never, ever again would all of the Princeton High School Class of 1960 be together again. And that has been the case. We have not seen some of our classmates since then.
Sorry for the downer. Perhaps I can sleep now.

Edward Laufer on September 6, 2023 10:13 AM

TOM, Your thoughts brought up something similar that I had NOT THOUGHT of perhaps for 50 or so years. The last night of a week at CAMP ROLAND all of the campers would be in a CIRCLE sometimes in the middle a fire might be lit and someone would say a prayer and also would say that this particular group of CAMPERS would never as a WHOLE be together again!

Edward Laufer on September 5, 2023 10:44 AM

YES Becky, Sandy remembers talking with you at several of the reunions and saying you were so nice to talk with. It was sad to hear about Jimmy Buffett. Timing wise. my brother JERRY is on the road now heading SOUTH to stay at one of the Margaritavilles.

Becky Novarro on September 5, 2023 5:32 AM

Oh Eddie, I know we had to have talked before as you and Sandy are our favorites. I remember at our first reunion we were trying so hard not to sound like "Yankees." We both failed. OMG!!
I got a surprise phone call yesterday from Aloma Rose. She is still such fun! We were discussing the 60's reunion. Anyone going? If I were still living in Princeton I might but unless a miracle happens, I won't make it. Besides, it isn't our usual shindig.
Happy belated labor day. It's now time for football and in some places....a warm jacket or sweater. Also,, don't forget we may get a fall lineup of TV.though The writers may delay that.
Ft. Myers is getting a Margarittaville! Rest in Peace Jimmy
Buffet. Thanks for the music and laughter. Happy September dear friends.

Edward Laufer on September 2, 2023 2:15 PM

I just saw on TV, the passing of JIMMY BUFFETT. Sandy and I saw him perform at MADISON SQUARE GARDEN back in 2006 or so. It was a SUPER concert but I remember also getting off the Eight Ave subway right near Madison Square Garden, many NEW YORKERS wondering what the heck was going on when looking at the thousands of fans pouring into the GARDEN many fans with PARROT HEAD regalia! CARL, I do not know if it was RAY KIDWELL or YOU back in 1979 or so asking. 'ED have you heard this super song by JIMMY BUFFETT CALLED VOLCANO?

Carl on September 2, 2023 9:55 PM

musta been Raymond

Edward Laufer on September 2, 2023 4:51 PM

CARL, Talked to CAROLYN KIDWELL a little while ago and she says they have been JIMMY BUFFETT for a long time. Mentioned to her that RAY ought to get on the PHS60 Blog you set up. Great way to connect with PHS CLASSMATES.

Carl on September 2, 2023 5:19 PM

Edward, I'm unfamiliar with "Jimmy Buffett" as a reference. Do you think that she meant "wasting away" like so many of us have been since 2020?

Edward Laufer on September 2, 2023 6:48 PM

Oh CARL. YOU SLY ONE! 'Wasting away in Margaritaville'!

Carl on September 3, 2023 10:24 AM

Aha! I think you meant to say JIMMY BUFFETT "fans" for a long time. [When I read your comment I had not heard that Jimmy had "left the room" (so to speak).

Dr. Tom on September 2, 2023 1:37 PM

Cookie, "Spin the bottle"? Sounds like a beer drinking game? Weren't you a little young to imbibe?

Edward Laufer on September 1, 2023 1:10 PM

The FRIDAY RELECTIONS ARE GREAT! They can bring us back to 'YOUNGER' DAYS!

Becky Novarro on September 1, 2023 11:24 AM

Oh Eddie and Sandy, I envy your dancing. Jim danced with me 3 nights a week while at Concord and then he married me. AND, he said dancing with your wife is like taking a sandwich to a banquet! He didn't dance with others either, worked music rooms or entertainment all our marriage but will slow dance if pushed but otherwise.....forget about it! So tell me...how did we make it to 60 years in Dec?? Not by dancing.
I hope you both are well and thanks again for your friendship.

Edward Laufer on September 1, 2023 12:43 PM

Thanks so very much BECKY! Thanks to CARL setting up this GREAT blog, I believe I have talked more with our SUPER HOMECOMING QUEEN, BECKY, through the blog, than all the years at PRINCETON HIGH SCHOOL! CLASSMATES IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO GET ON THE BLOG!

Carl on September 1, 2023 11:10 AM

Friday Reflections. Here's Mike Herring's:

This reflection is about growing up in several sports with dear friend Buddy Belcher from early Mercer School through PHS. Buddy was a wiry farm boy and I was a city dweller, but we were very evenly matched — same height, weight, very competitive; everything seemed to be about sports and fun competition.
We were boxing against each other (about age 10 or so) during weekly kids boxing camp for a couple years in Mercer school gym. The organizer was a local man who had been a WV State amateur golden gloves champion. Don’t remember his name, but it was very well done. We were evenly matched, professional coach, and fun stuff with fluffy, 16 oz. gloves and head gear that we couldn’t really hurt each other if you took the other’s best punch.
I learned in these early years good self defense tactics; that you can defend yourself well and not think about hurting the aggressor, rather to protect yourself and defuse the situation. It helped me to stay calm and paid off many times in the future.
I also learned that Princeton farm boys were very strong and tough even though they might not look like tough guys. Buddy was one of these guys who always seemed to be vying with me for the same type of position whether basketball, football, baseball, boxing, it didn’t really matter.
One summer in August when as upstart sophomores practicing twice each day at the football field, Buddy and I were on the same team in the backfield and he seemed to be very lethargic; so I took him aside and asked him what was going on and he explained to me what was happening. Practicing twice a day-we would get up in the morning, bike to the football field for a couple hours of practice and then go home for lunch. I’d hit the couch after a good meal and rest, but he said that his schedule was to get up at 4:30, do three hours of chores, bike 5 miles to the football field for couple hours of practice and bike back home 5 miles; but, when he got home at lunchtime he had more chores. He didn’t have time to rest like I did - then he would hop on his bike for the second 5 mile up and back for two hours practice in the afternoon and after practice he had to do more chores. Cows had to be milked, fed, etc.; so he asked his dad if something couldn’t be done about it, and dad said no; you can continue to play ball, but you still have your farm work first.
This was a real life lesson for me and I came to respect what "growing up on a farm” was like. When things got tough and I thought I was working hard, often I would reflect on the lesson that this taught me what hard work and dedication was about.
I remember sharing this with my dad and he said well that’s life out there on the farm. It’ll teach you some good lessons so my dad talked to his farmer friend Mack McPherson out on the Beckley road; made some arrangements and I spent a couple of summers out there with the McPherson boys getting up early at 4:30 in the morning and helping them do their chores and having fun playing baseball with them on the Princeton Town Team in the summer.
Good stuff to remember.
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Thanks Mike

Cookie on September 1, 2023 3:35 PM

I grew up with the Belcher boys. His father and my grandfather were best friends. During winter months we had dance parties in our basement, went sledding or had hay rides. In the summer the dance parties moved to our terrace. My first kiss (about 13 Years old) was playing spin the bottle and I kissed one of the Belcher boys--I'm not telling.

Carl on September 1, 2023 11:27 AM

Mike, thanks again for your Reflection. I very much enjoyed reading it again, but when finished I also felt tired and lethargic. No problem though; I just got some cookies and cocoa and stretched out on my sofa for a 2-hour nap. I'm much better now. [Maybe not for boxing just yet.] (:-}

Becky Novarro on August 31, 2023 6:44 PM

Thank you Eddie for thinking of me. The 911 people came to get me then while I was riding they told me they had sent out a truck for Jim. Us old farts just love causing a scene. Someone said it was too bad we weren't in the same room! Obviously that person wasn't married! I am bringing him home on Saturday so we can watch WVU vs PENN STATE.
We are on the mend, and my children think I'm nuts not to leave him there longer. After 60 years, we don't like being apart unless it's for fun! ha
Jim has the same symptoms as Pete. I hope he is feeling better. The Fire Department have to pick Jim up quite often but he didn't get hurt this time.
Sorry for my sharing. When people ask you how you are, they really don't want an explanation.
I got my form for the Sensational 60's reunion. Would love to go but it's too difficult at this time. I hope some of you go so you can show the whippersnappers we can still walk and talk. Ed you and Sandy could show them a dance or two.
It's good to hear from and about our old friends. Once again Carl, thanks.

Edward Laufer on August 31, 2023 10:51 PM

BECKY, Sandy and I are sorry to to hear all that JIM and YOU have been going through! We hope that YOU BOTH start to feel a lot better! 60 YEARS MARRIED! That may be or close to the record for our class. BECKY you both defy the adage that I have heard a number of times from friends when DISCUSSING THEIR DIVORCES after short marriages. They said and this is TRUE, we got along just FINE then got MARRIED and not married so long DIVORCED! BECKY, SANDY AND I were just talking about going to a dance, having not done so since covid began. At reunions we have sat back and watched all of the super dancers in our class! So other than at competitions and weddings where we do waltzs foxtrots and Latin dances at those weddings I am the FRAME and SANDY IS THE PICTURE! HOWEVER, for our 25th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY we threw a party where we had gotten married in PHILADELPHIA and 3 or 4 of my PHS classmates and their spouses came. We had a 50's rock band perform. At a break, after a few speeches SANDY and I got out and did a special 2 and 1/2 minute HONOR DANCE for everybody to see to a beautiful song DANCING LIKE LOVERS that we had choreographed. Well a number of guests that were from our dance studio in NEW YORK had seen us practice some of our routine as we worked it out in New YORK and were at the party and at the end of our special dance as a joke like in DANCING WITH THE STARS they had cards given out with numbers printed out this time before we danced, some with 1st place, others written out 2nds 3rds 4ths as a joke. SANDY AND I BROKE UP LAUGHING! Will watch the GAME Saturday connected on our TV with other West Virginians. Biggest crowd EVER for a WVU Football team to play before. If a full house over 106,000 fans in the stadium. Let me say GO MOUNTAINEERS!

Carl on September 1, 2023 1:27 PM

Edward, I have an addendum to your marriage/divorce observations. You, of course, remember my first wife, Julia. One of our last activities, as our divorce was looming, was to attend a party at some friends' house. After a few drinks, I overheard Julia telling another friend, "Well, I have to say, I've been married to Carl for 15 years and I don't regret one day of it . . . Let's see, that was . . . uh, Sept. 12, 1973."
Now that Julia was funny. I'll give her that.

Edward Laufer on August 31, 2023 11:21 PM

BECKY, DID YOU AND YOUR HOME ESCAPE THE WRATH OF HURTICANE IDALIA?

Edward Laufer on August 30, 2023 7:49 PM

Tonight a very rare 'BlUE MOON' though not really blue can be seen. It appears much larger than normal as it is much closer to the earth than USUAL. The next can be seen in 2037. In reading about this, it appears thats how the phrase NOT IN A BLUE MOON originated.

Dr, Tom on August 30, 2023 12:38 PM

Just talked with Stephenson at length a few moments ago. He is still in the Princeton hospital undergoing numerous tests -- Pete was getting ready to go for a stress test early this afternoon. So far, everything is checking out. Pete passed out and fell Friday night breaking his glasses and bruising side of face -- EMT's thought that it may have been dehydaration. He got dizzy again Sunday night falling to his knees and onto the back of a sofa. He and Linda decided that they better have this checked out, so transport to hospital and admission.
Pete promises to update us later in the week.

Edward Laufer on August 30, 2023 12:28 PM

GOOD HEAVENS BECKY, Rereading your posting on the blog and more awake after a cup of coffee to see that you were in the hospital for a week! I remember that you said JIM was in the hospital. I hope you are both doing better!

Edward Laufer on August 30, 2023 12:03 PM

VERY GOOD NEWS to read on the blog that Becky and Tom's families have escaped the worst of the hurricane! TOM,very sorry to hear that your KAY continues to have so much pain! It has got to be very frustrating TOM for you both that in this day and age of medicine to be going through all of this!

Becky Novarro on August 30, 2023 9:41 AM

My tin can is fine. We have had 24 hr weather reports which makes me wonder what the rest of the world is doing. I have been watching old Westerns, makes me think of Terry St. Clair. I don't have any of my classmate info down here but I do know that Tom, Ched, Ed, Carl, and Goins keep up with each other. We have been so blessed to have aged this far and unfortunately our survival is often a hospital stay.
I hope Pete is okay . I just returned from a week's stay and hope I don't go again soon. I have really learned to appreciate Jello!!! Living in hurricane's is not for the faint of heart. Jim and I lived at the Jersey Shore before moving to Florida. The way some of you get paniced when they announce a snow storm, we live with hurricanes. Our shelves get just as empty. So today is sunny with current temperatures at 86. Life is good.

Dr. Tom on August 30, 2023 9:02 AM

Mike, we have an all-screened-in lanai/patio/Florida room that is totally open across the back/South side (and partially open from the West & East sides). This area is accesible via sliding glass doors from the living room and via a smaller glass door in the master bedroom. With significant rain and wind, the floor gets wet and rain pelting against the doors trickles down and puddles and cannot escape due to the wind. I placed the sandbags at the base of the sliding glass doors outside to prevent water from being blown under the doors into the living areas.
Carl, now you know more about a lanai than you ever wanted to know.
Mike, Kay still has a lot of pain associated with her back--thanks for asking.
Looks like we have missed another one with the hurricane - lots of rain and wind, little flooding in our area, and still have power, internet, and TV. Prayers for our neighbors in the Big Bend coastal regions North.

Carl on August 30, 2023 10:07 AM

Tom, it wasn't so long along that I didn't know beans about lanais, not even the word itself. Then you introduced me; I welcome new vocabules. Since then you've broadened my lanai education sorta on the installment plan; I'm obliged.
Your lanai sounds -- from your description -- like a fine place to sip a "tropical beverage" while watching the sunset.

Mike Murphy on August 29, 2023 8:04 PM

Tom - I have a hard time visualizing what you can do with sand bags on the second flr. Good luck, how is Kay doing with her back?
Becky- I doubt that Aretta and I will attend the reunion, although we would like to. Make sure your mobile home is tied down, we have had some local flooding here with many homes washed off.
Pete - send us a msg to let us know how you are doing, I am praying for you as I am sure other classmates are.
Has anyone heard from Curley and Barbara Calfee and Doug Coubern?
Getting old is not for the weak and feable in fact it is a B.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Dr. Tom on August 29, 2023 11:51 AM

Carl, I want you to know that I think my lanai and sliding glass doors are protected. I was up before 7AM and drove over to the Venice Public Works Department and filled the limit of 10 sandbags per family -- hot and hard work. Could only get 5 bags upstairs on my cart, so have quit until perhaps a nap after the Noon news -- I am too old for manual labor.
Understand that Geehole has now talked with Moke.
Not many details, but Yearout said that Pete Stephenson is in hospital.

Carl on August 29, 2023 12:14 PM

Tom, you make me proud beyond measure.
And I'm glad to learn that you know how to pace yourself.

Any info on why Pete is hospitalized?
Ched, can you help us here?

Edward Laufer on August 28, 2023 11:29 AM

GOOD LUCK TO ALL LIVING IN FLORIDA! STAY SAFE!

Carl on August 28, 2023 7:22 PM

Friends, I have Florida addresses for 10 classmates. I don't think that all 10 are still living, and several may have moved from the address that I have.
The good news is that none of my addresses fall in the predicted dangerous path of Idalia.

Becky Novarro on August 28, 2023 10:28 AM

Hello fellow Floridians! Are you hunkered down? Don't know how many of us are still here. Linda Phlegar Mills, Dr. Tom and I are the ones left with our losing Mike Farley.
Cookie had called me last night and I didn't realize how drastic the news about the storm is. I live in a Mobil Home, aka a tin can, so we are told to go immediately.
Mike thanks for the update. Tell your beautiful wife I said hello and if you go to the reunion, she has to dance for me.
Okay Carl, I would like to hear Darla's reflection. She certainly worked hard for our reunions.
Wish us good luck. I am glad I like peanut butter.
Who is going to the 60's reunion

Carl on August 28, 2023 11:04 AM

Becky, I'm sad to report that I have no Reflection for Darla. Like you, I would very much have liked to see what she had to say.

In 1990, when I volunteered to help locate classmates who had disappeared, I envisioned a one-time effort simply to "pitch in" since I had access at work to equipment, supplies & workspace. My primary contacts were Doug & Darla. I knew Doug reasonably well at Mercer & PHS, but didn't know Darla at all. I immediately learned that both were fabulous teammates: competent, cordial (always), reliable, likeable, and -- best of all -- patient and forgiving when I was not all of these things. My role continued and increased for some 30 years and both lent steady support until health tragedies stole them. I miss them both awfully.
[I think I just composed another Reflection . . .
and it ain't Friday at all.]

Becky Novarro on August 26, 2023 1:19 PM

Thanks Carl for sharing Mike's info. And Mike, I can't remember a teacher named French. I think we were so lucky nto have grown up in the 50s.
Keep em coming Carl. It brings us back to a good time.

Michael Murphy on August 26, 2023 5:44 PM

Becky- Jack French Taught at Glenwood and finished his career at Bluefield State.
He also coached the Basketball Team while Coach Turner recuperated from his Knee wounds. We were at Oakvale and Turner and Modoc Mackensie (Principal) were parked rear bumper to rear bumper and Coach was putting basket balls in his trunk. Modoc had a Dodge with push button gear controls and hit reverse by mistake pinning Turner's knees between the cars. No breakage but it took several week to recouperate. Speaking of which I hope you and Jim are doing much better.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Mike Murphy on August 25, 2023 7:46 PM

Trump 2024
MAGA
Mike

Becky Novarro on August 25, 2023 6:28 PM

Thanks for the birthday wishes, I am 81 and proud.
And, no Tom I didn't expect to live this long and I can't seem to get rid of the smile I am getting by the wonderful wishes.
Cookie welcome to Shore living. And parking is so convenient as is grocery shopping.
Jim is in rehab after a visit to our hospital. We were on the same floor! I'm home and getting better but he can't come home until I can take care of him.
Life sure is fun. However, I am not ready for the alternative.
Carl, love the posts of Memories. Share more.

Carl on August 26, 2023 10:53 AM

Becky darlin', I've been waiting for weeks to see if there truly was any interest in our class "Reflections," and had pretty much concluded that there wasn't. And then, up pops your request for more. Thank you. I'm sure that the spirit of Tracy, mentioned in the next "installment," thanks you too.

Friday Reflections [a day late but not a dollar short]
from long-time Blog contributor, Michael Malone Murphy:

1] As I reflect on my education beginning with 1st grade at Glenwood and maybe concluding with my Ed.D. in 1983 at WVU, I easily conclude that my greatest teacher was Jack French Jr. (RIP) , who after 3 years of Junior High, prepared me to somewhat coast through my upcoming English and Grammar classes. In addition he was a great motivator and straight shooter, on whom you could depend for accuracy and empathy. The greatest teacher ever — Jack French Jr. — related to our wonderful classmate Tracy French.

2] During one of Mrs. Shumate’s English classes, she had unfortunately arranged us seated in a circle, with students alternately reading passages of the text. Needless to say it was not only ineffective but terribly boring. At my wits end I intended to say under my breath “Dog S—t”, but instead as at that moment the room went dead silent and it boomed out. My great friend Billy King was sitting next to me and almost fell out in the floor with laughter. Mrs. Shumate thought it was him who said DS and sent him to the Principal’s Office. Just one of the many times I escaped the wrath for my mischievous deeds.

Thanks Mike for sharing "the good, the bad"
but not the ugly.

Carl on August 27, 2023 11:23 AM

Mike, I'd wager that many teachers today would heave a big sigh of relief if the worst they heard from students' mouths was "Dog S--t."

Delores Brown on August 24, 2023 12:50 PM

Should I say "Yea" or be annoyed. "This is to inform you that you are excused from jury duty based on age. Should your circumstances change in the future your obligations will be reassessed."
Now as I see it regarding that reassessment, I'm not going to get any younger and we all know the alternative. The inmates are truly in charge.

Carl on August 24, 2023 1:33 PM

Lemme see if I've got this right:
* You now live in Delaware
* You're the same age as Joe Biden, another Delaware legend
* Does Delaware protect its seniors (and noteworthy others) from any and all jury exposure?

Delores Brown on August 24, 2023 3:10 PM

Dear Webmaster: Pleasssssssssse don't get me started. Want to know why I can't go to the beach-without great inconvenience?

Dr. Tom on August 24, 2023 5:23 PM

Is it due to you not having this season's swimsuit, the heat, or something else?

Delores Brown on August 24, 2023 7:03 PM

Think black SUVs, ice cream, German Shepherd dogs and sensible shoes.

Cookie on August 23, 2023 6:01 PM

Happy Birthday to our Queen
Talked to her yesterday and as always we had a good laugh.

Mike Murphy on August 23, 2023 1:54 PM

Happy Birthday Becky
Mike

Carl on August 23, 2023 10:30 AM

Becky

Edward Laufer on August 23, 2023 12:19 PM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BECKY!

Dr. Tom on August 23, 2023 10:43 AM

Becky, did you ever think we would make it this long?
Have a GREAT day. Hope all is well with you and Jimbo.

Becky Novarro on August 23, 2023 9:17 AM

Today is my Birthday......gonna have a good time.
Wanted to share my joy at being 81 as it is a gift not received by too many of our classmates.
Thank all of you for your friendship.

Dr. Tom on August 20, 2023 6:05 PM

BTW, Mokey is a man of faith. Can you believe the number of rambunctious (is that a good descriptive adjective -- possibly needs to be stronger) young men in our class who became believers in adulthood?

Mokey said that I could share his contact info --
(951) 322-3610
crawmom33@gmail.com

Dr. Tom on August 20, 2023 1:06 PM

I had one of the best phone conversations I have ever had with one, Ernest Hugh Crawford, aka., Mokey, yesterday afternoon. His last appearance was at our 15th class reunion in 1975 and our last conversation was just before our 2015 reunion.
Mokey and his wife Linda now live in California. He said that they had conversations about returning to WV, but have a daughter in CA.
We reminisced back to the 7th grade -- coaches Dalton and Bishop and how one could not put any arch on a basketball shot in the Mercer gym due to the water/steam pipes that hung so low in the ceiling. We talked of high school and girlfriends. He reminded me of the Princeton High School's football record of 1-9 (evidently I had repressed that memory). Who was our only win?
Mokey asked about so many of our classmates and knew that my reaching out to him was probably not good news -- Farley's death. He said that Carl was great about alerting him to class news via e-mail. I shared the contact info for the blog so that he could catch up with us.
Old friends are the best friends!

Dr. Tom on August 15, 2023 11:18 AM

Farley's funeral service is still available for streaming. Go to his obid at the funeral home and scroll down to the bottom. Our classmate did good with God, country, and family.

Ed, enjoyed the clip on Camp Roland and Jerry's interview.

cHED on August 13, 2023 8:12 PM

I also saw the news clip about the closing of Camp Roland.as well as Jerry's comments in the interview. A sad day with a lot of memories for several of us.

Edward Laufer on August 13, 2023 2:07 PM

For classmates like TOM CARL CHED, MYSELF and others in our class who Stayed or Visted the the BOY SCOUT CAMP ROLAND, in Bastian Va yesterday was the final official day there before closing for good having been sold as there have been consolidations of BOY SCOUT camps as my brother JERRY reported,attending the closing ceremony. JERRY said it was a bitter sweet day ,end of an era, and one can see the news film from WWVA if one cues in on your cell phone orlab top 00he closing ceremony at CAMP ROLAND. First article Reunion at CAMP ROLAND prion to closing. There were interviews including JERRY. scenes around the camp even a distant view of MOON GAP and in the old MESS HALL where they the had a pot luck dinner. JERRY said there were well over 75 people attending the days events. CARL, I may have the names mixed up but JERRY spoke to someone there named LEONA whose daughter is CINDY LIGHT, saying I believe distant relatives of your DAD.

Carl on August 13, 2023 3:15 PM

WOW, Edward & Jerry!!!
Leona Martin, age 90, of Narrows is much more than a distant relative of my dad. (I last saw her about 10 years ago and wondered if she was still alive.)
Leona is, in fact, my 1st cousin on the Thomason branch and, therefore, also related to Becky (Thomason) Arney Novarro. Leona's mother was my father's sister (thus 1st cousin to me).
Once my father died in 1949, our families had very limited contact, but I remember Leona as a very sweet person . . . more like me than you'd ever imagine.
Thanks for the news, and thanks especially to Jerry.

Edward Laufer on August 13, 2023 3:54 PM

I will pass on your thanks to Jerry! I am guessing it was Cindy Light that Jerry met. Do I have this correct that Becky is your cousin?

Carl on August 13, 2023 9:30 PM

Edward, you're quite right. Cindy Light is my cousin Leona's daughter, thus my 1st cousin once-removed. On further investigation I learned that Leona died in 2018.

While Becky and I have never definitively determined our true kinship, I think that we are 2nd cousins; I believe that my father and Becky's mother were 1st cousins, but I could be wrong. Anyway, I'm proud as punch to be related to that lovely woman. She's a keeper.

Dr. Tom on August 12, 2023 11:25 AM

Another reflection involving our recently departed classmate, Michael Cleve Farley.
In a recent conversation with Mike, he said that he remembered coming to my house on Walnut Street wherein I helped him study -- absolutely no recollection of this.
For whatever reason, Mike and I missed a critical biology exam at Concord that was to count for a significant amount of one's final grade. We convinced the professor to allow us to make up the test. The day of the retest, the teacher placed us in two adjoing classrooms, gave us the test, and said that that he would return in a certain amount of time or we could bring the test to his office if we finished early. The test was Greek to me. Shortly I heard Mike calling my name sounding as if he were outside. I opened the window to the classroom and there was Farley hanging out the window in his classroom. We stupidly started comparing answers loudly enough to bring the professor back into the rooms to find us cheating. I don't remember what happened immediately thereafter.
One of the coeds told us that they had learned that they could enhance their grade by showing a little cleavage or leg when they met with the professor in his office. He also liked booze. Since neither Mike or I were blessed with ample bosoms and our legs were hairy, we went with the alcohol bribe. We made a special trip to the professor's office, presented him with a fifth of bourbon, and our final grade was a -- wait for it -- we both got a C.
UNBELIEVABLE , we should have gotten an F- and possibly have been kicked out of school. Thanks to our coeds for their academic attributes.

Carl on August 12, 2023 12:35 PM

Tom, it strikes me that you, Mike and your coed acquaintance practiced what I'd call "applied biology," which the prof recognized and rewarded. In that light, I think you both deserved B's.

Carl on August 9, 2023 4:19 PM

Friends, believe it or not, I'm having memory issues.
Help me here:
In the 1950s, Bluefield had either a Kress or a Kresge dollar store (aka 5-and-dime store). Which was it, Kress or Kresge?

Carl on August 12, 2023 12:54 PM

Thanks Cookie for your email clarifying that it was Kresge that was in Blfd. (There was a Kress in Roanoke back then.)

Dr. Tom on August 8, 2023 3:31 AM

Carl, here is a story (perhaps a reflection) -- not sure it has a moral.
Mike Farley and I ran for president and vice president of the freshman class at Concord College in the fall of 1960. Ellen and Linda Farrell and Connie Elmore were our campaign managers.
My campaign slogan was "You get a real Deal with Dill". Truly, our Southern auditory mechanism could not discern the difference in sound of the two words -- deal was pronounced dill and dill, of course, was dill. I had this handicap for years calling a girl I dated whose name was Dawn, Don. She didn't think that this was very funny.
Mike and I cut morning classes on a day wherein an assembly was held at Concord and candidates were given an opportunity to introduce themselves and present their platforms. We had been working on streamers and large placards to adorn Mike's convertible (that Joe Troupo had affectionately named the "sh--box") and drove onto campus that afternoon to learn that we had missed the assembly and a critical biology exam (another story).
Well, we won the election. Definitely not because of our platforms nor our slogans, but due to the very large number of PHS 1960 grads who matriculated to Concord that fall. I can't remember all, but there had to be close to 20. This number dropped significantly after the first semester and grades were posted -- hanging out at the student union and playing cards did not ensure a good academic performance.
I don't remember Mike and I having to do anything in our roles other than vaguely helping with the homecoming events (?).
Don't know if we ever said thank you to those who voted for us. A BELATED THANKS!

Carl on August 8, 2023 12:01 PM

Tom, I read that as at least TWO (2) Reflections.
I just knew you'd be a natural if we could jump-start you.

Hope you got some quality sleep either before 2:50 or after 3:30 this morning.

Dr. Tom on August 8, 2023 2:56 AM

Watched the webcast of Mike's funeral yesterday. I think the minister and Mike's friend for over 30 years did an outstanding job in saying goodbye for the time being to our dear friend and classmate.

Carl on August 6, 2023 11:38 AM

Well, reminiscent of Dean Smith's "Four Corners Offense," my Blog teammates have run out the clock. Their 4-week stall since the last entry re my "Follow the Lyrics" challenge concludes the game, in this case with no winner.
So here's closure:
Q. What song lyric comes right after
"It's your misfortune and none of my own"?
A. "Whoopie ti yi yo"
(git along little dogies.
You know that Wyoming will be your new home.)

Edward Laufer on August 6, 2023 12:28 PM

CARL, Definitely a classic song of thinking about the OLD WEST and watching WESTERNS on Saturday's so long ago, at the ROYAL THEATER.

Carl on August 6, 2023 1:22 PM

Edward, that last part about the Royal Theater, that's a "Reflection." Thanks.
noitcelfeR

Edward Laufer on August 6, 2023 5:55 PM

Ok CARL, If any of the classmates might have gone to the OLD TRAIN STATION which a number of us did more than once, you could see the following They had something called I believe a CATCHERS POUCH and they had the pouch swing out from a pole as a the TRAIN was moving by there was some apparatus on the train that could SNATCH the POUCH of mail or whatever was in the pouch as the train was slowly moving by. The few times we saw this it NEVER FAILED!

Carl on August 6, 2023 8:54 PM

WOW Edward, another Reflection. Keep 'em comin'.

BTW: You reminded me. Know what they call a sofa in need of fabric repair?
A PATCHER'S COUCH [different from a Catcher's Pouch]

Michael Murphy on August 5, 2023 5:29 PM

It seems true, Billy Joel says only the good die young. PHS60 has seen a lot of great people pass these last 5 yrs. RIP.
Carl- I have never been to AB College, Nor Salem, or Pot State. I remember WV as having the 8th most colleges per population many years past and we have added Universitys and lost population since then. If I recall AB gave A famous footballer an honary Doctrate mainly because his ex had graduated from there, Her name was Jo Jo Starbuck Bradshaw.
Like Tina (RIP) said we don't need another Hero or College.
Special condolences to the Farleys, I remember working with them. Pat Smith- we would muster at you Dad, P.A.s Gas Station prior to working for WV Pipeline w the Farleys.
Best wishes and good health to all!
Mike

Carl on August 4, 2023 12:35 PM

Introducing FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
Friends, I announced here some weeks back that I would continue Tracy French's "Reflections" project, announced and begun a couple of years back. The project failed to gain flying altitude and was stored in the PHS hangar. But several reflections were submitted and it seems to me, in this time of greater reflection on the Blog, that these might be well received.
I begin with one submitted by our beloved classmate Patty Baker Anderson, lost to us one year ago (August 10):

  It was Christmas Eve 1958. It would be the last time my family celebrated together. The next year would see the death of my father, my mother going to work in the business my dad had recently started, and a kind, deeply religious lady moving in with us to care for my handicapped brother. Yes, life would change, but it was 1958 and it was CHRISTMAS! Christmas was always special. My dad loved to shop and mother loved to bake and decorate. I had a part-time job at G.C. Murphy and I would have MY OWN MONEY to buy presents. Add to the holiday excitement a beautiful red dress with rhinestone straps for the Christmas dance and I was sure there would be red pumps and rhinestone earrings under the tree.
  YES, EVERYTHING WAS JUST ABOUT PERFECT. You all know what its like in the stores on Christmas Eve. As the store closed, the snow was accumulating and I needed to hurry home so I go could out with my friends, Trish and Emma and our boy friends. I remember how romantic walking in the snow was...now it’s just cold and wet.
  We had walked up Hale Ave headed to my house. We moved off to the side of the road to avoid traffic. The area was not paved and it was slick. I had my hands in my coat pockets when all of a sudden I began to slide, fall, tumble. I remember my head hitting a rock, a lot of pain, and a lot of blood. Myron helped me up and we walked across the road to my house. I was a mess. I don't think I was crying; I never was the crying kind. Mother cleaned my face and changed my blood-stained clothes. Then the bad news. Five teeth were gone, well not exactly gone, but small pieces were all that was visible. The pain became horrific. My dad called our friend, Dr. Bill Martin. Dr. Martin thought it best to come to his office early Christmas morning. After a long and painful night, my Dad took me there to learn that the teeth had broken off and pushed upward...not good if they had reached the sinus cavity. I was blessed, the pieces could be removed. My dad held my hands as Dr. Martin pulled what was left of the five teeth. My face had already begun to turn black and to swell. Christmas dinner would be eaten through a straw!
  I had never been overly concerned with appearance...until now. What would I do without five teeth? Not only was Christmas spoiled, but what good was that beautiful red dress with the rhinestone straps. Well, I had very wise parents. We celebrated Christmas in the spirit of Jesus' birth. The following day, my dad got in touch with Mr. Meredith to make me a temporary set of teeth, not easy to do since I could hardly stand to touch my painful face. But he did it. My mother gently applied cold and hot compresses to my face. The swelling began to subside. I would go to the dance, if Myron still wanted to take me and he said he did. Almost a week later I had five new teeth, a beautiful red dress with rhinestone straps, red pumps, and rhinestone earrings. Off to the dance we went!
  Was this the perfect Christmas? In a way it was. My family celebrated together for the last time. My parents kept reminding me that I was more than a girl who had a damaged face. At this point I also learned about “pancake makeup” and how women like my mother made it work to their advantage. I am sure there were those who wondered why in the world didn't I stay home. Well, a girl who loved to dance and had a boy friend who didn't seem to mind her 'face', good friends who encouraged her, and a red dress, WHY NOT!!!

Edward Laufer on August 4, 2023 1:33 PM

A VERY VERY BEAUTIFUL STORY! The type of UPLIFTING STORY that one could see once in awhile in READERS DIGEST which I happily still get to this day!

Edward Laufer on August 3, 2023 10:04 PM

Way to go CARL, with your magic deleter!

Carl on August 4, 2023 11:21 AM

Edward, I thought we'd agreed never to discuss my deleter in public.

Edward Laufer on August 3, 2023 5:25 PM

IT WAS VERY SAD TO HEAR THE NEWS ABOUT MIKE FARLEY I will always remember the TWIKLE IN HIS EYES AND HOW UPBEAT HE WAS If there is one time I remember, it was an evening in a large hall ( I have an 8,x10 picture somewhere),that I believe was at the FIRST METHODIST CHURCH ,3 of us getting our EAGLE SCOUT AWARDS There was MIKE in his sharp EXPLORERS SCOUT UNIFORM and his parents beside him, BEAN ROLAND in his BOY SCOUT UNIFORM with his parents beside him and MYSELF in my BOY SCOUT UNIFORM with my parents beside me. All of us were SO HAPPY that evening. WHERE HAS ALL OF THE TIME GONE? I FOR ONE, SURE DO NOT KNOW!

Ched on August 3, 2023 3:32 PM

Thanks Carl for keeping us all informed of the many issues big and small ie, the small college in Phillipi WV.
I am still saddened by the passing of Mike Farley.he was a friend,, fellow Eagle Scout and a man of deep faith.. So many of our classmates are feeling the efects of getting older. I feel very blessed to only suffer from a mildly arthritic left knee. Wishing Pat Smith a speedy and full recovery........Blessings to all !!!!

Carl on August 3, 2023 5:10 PM

Yo Mike Murphy!
You OK? Haven't heard from you in a while.
I'd not be surprised to learn that you've been on the Salem College campus. What can you tell us?

Carl on August 3, 2023 11:56 AM

Woe is me. I hate becoming the crepe hanging chronicler but . . .
I see that Alderson Broaddus Univ. will close its doors later this year (2023). Having never been to Philippi where it's located, I looked up the town online. The surrounding landscape, like so much of WV, is spectacularly beautiful; the town -- very small -- and college -- almost tiny -- appear similar to Concord. [In the '60s & '70s, Concord sports teams played AB in the WVIAC(onference)]. An aerial view of the campus suggests a lovely quadrangle. Little colleges can be the lifeline of little towns, so seeing even one have to cease operations is a sad event.
Hoping one (or several) of America's billionaires will "adopt" the school and keep it running -- so long as it's not as a propaganda mill. Or perhaps an arrangement like Salem University -- formerly Salem College (1888-1989), Salem-Teikyo Univ. (1989-2000), Salem International Univ. (2000-2017) -- would do the trick.

Carl on August 2, 2023 12:27 PM

Another precinct reporting: just got an email from Wayne Alvis. It included this:

"I had a car wreck and was pronounced dead, they brought me back to life. For this I am grateful. I am still in bad shape due to Diabetes, but still plugging along"

Carl on August 2, 2023 4:35 PM

Just talked to Sam Goodall. Claims to be feeling the effects of age (stuff like memory and balance). But he sounded good. Didn't sound like he was a day older than me.

Carl on August 1, 2023 12:47 PM

Anyone in the mood for good news?

At least a few of you probably remember Bill Morris, a classmate in 8th & 9th grades; a bit of a character. Well Bill gave me a call -- 1st contact in probably 8-10 years -- and we had a long catch-up talk, including the remembrance of our being kept after school for "cutting up" in Marguerite Miller's class at PJHS.
Bill (and wife Cleo) have lived in Va. Beach for 50+ years, I think. He sounded upbeat and enthusiastic as I've always known him to be. He asked about a number of PHS60 classmates, and if I'd say "hello" to all. So I'm saying "hello" from Bill Morris.

Carl on August 1, 2023 10:29 AM

Michael C. 'Mike' Farley, 81, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, July 28, 2023, at William Childs Hospice House in Melbourne, FL after a 7-month battle with lung cancer. Mike was born in Princeton, West Virginia on April 29, 1942, to the late Roy N. Farley and Madge A. Stiltner Farley. He was preceded in death by a brother Robert Farley. He grew up in Princeton attending church with his family and an active member of the Boy Scouts of America where he earned his badge as an Eagle Scout, the highest rank of the BSA. Mike graduated from Princeton High School in 1960, attended Concord College in Athens, WV and began his career at North American Rockwell in 1963. Mike served his country in the United States Army Reserves for 9 years as a Military Police Sharpshooter. In November of 1977, Mike married his wife, Barbara and they made their home in Melbourne, Florida for over 45 years with an endless love for each other and Jesus Christ. He continued his career at Rockwell – Collins in the service parts department until his retirement in 2002. Mike and Barbara enjoyed the first 13 years of their retirement as seasonal workers at Disney World’s – Animal Kingdom. Mike was a devoted Christian and spent each day in prayer for his family and friends.
Mike is survived by his wife, Barbara Dillon Farley of Melbourne, FL; his daughter, Donna L. Prentice (Steven) of Land O’ Lakes, FL; his sons, Michael Shawn Farley (Laura) of Madison, AL and Jonathan Cleve Farley (Sendra) of Muncie, IN; his stepson, Danny Carl Shrewsbury of Pinellas Park, FL; his grandchildren, Thomas Michael Farley Prentice (Seychelle) of Lecanto, FL; Gabrielle Desirae Conner (TJ) of Princeton, WV, Brittany Anne Pena (Preston) of St. Augustine, FL; Cameron Simpson Farley of Madison, AL and Caroline Elizabeth Farley of Madison, AL; his great-grandchildren Judah Gil Pena of St. Augustine, FL and Piper Katlyn Conner of Princeton, WV. He is also survived by his brothers, David Farley (Jan), of Princeton, WV and Pat Farley of Pittsburgh, PA.
A service celebrating Mike’s life will be held 1:30 P.M. Monday, August 7, 2023, in the Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory with his dear friend of 30 years, Dr. David H. McKinley officiating. Burial will follow in the Rest Haven Memorial Park in Princeton. Friends may visit with the family Monday from 12:30 P.M. until the service hour. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Warren Baptist Church, 3203 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30907. Serving as pallbearers will be Wayne Dillon, Shawn Rhodes, Kevin Rhodes, Greg Thompson, Justin Hypes & Adam Sarver.
Online condolences may be shared with the family via www.memorialfd.com. & the services will be webcast. The Farley family is being served by the Memorial Funeral Directory and Cremation Center on the Athens Road.

Pat Smith on July 31, 2023 6:18 PM

These past six weeks, I have had a dose of retirement with a broken leg and foot (three breaks, I don't do anything small). Now two weeks ago, add Covid. I've had three vaccinations, so It's not quite as bad this time, as when I had it early in the pandemic pre-vaccination development. Retirement SUCKS! The cast comes off this week and I can't wait to get back to the RR Museum and taking care of seven houses. I guarantee I will never retire if I am able to work. I have read a newbook every day, so there are some good things. I am not a TV person, but I started watching NCIS and I am on season seven, episode 20+. Only about 12 more seasons (that's about 240+ more episodes to go) After that, I plan on joining the Navy!
I just want to remind everyone about the Sensational Sixties Reunion in October. For more details, email me at jurylink@aol.com. Mike Herring, Edward Tomchin and Myron Anderson have committed and I heard Pete Stephenson was probobly going. This will be a good chance to see, not only our classmates, but also some younger ones. With Ron Coleman and my cousin, Mike Farley, just dying, we need not to put anything off. Hope to see you in October! Pat Smith

Becky Novarro on July 30, 2023 2:00 PM

It is so sad to think that our news is of illnesses and death but I keep sayin "I'm old." Cannot believe I am this age and am eternally grateful for that gift. Loved both Mike and Ronnie...very good people.
I miss Fred being on line. He could comment about how difficult basketball is on our athletes that it's not just football.
My prayers are that what's left of our class take good care of their body and spirit so we can last a little longer.

Carl, I loved your hot dog letter. I lived in NJ where you could have mustard and maybe some relish or sauerkraut.
When my kids find a place with chili they have to take me.
Yankee Stadium gives you a cold bun, weiner and a packet of French's mustard....don't remember the price!!!
God Bless!

Carl on July 30, 2023 10:53 AM

Friends, I'm posting this today -- Sunday -- hoping to find you in a forgiving state of mind. I recently submitted a Letter-to-the-Editor of my small-town newspaper which satisfied their most modest standards.
Normally that would be the end of it, but I rather like it. In fact, I feel toward it like Jud Strunk did when performing his beautiful composition, "A Daisy A Day." He said, "This is just a very simple love song but I'm proud I wrote it." Well, I'm no shadow of Jud Strunk, but my letter is a very simple love song that I'm proud to have written." May one or two of you enjoy it.

The headline read "Hot dog days of summer" and I was hooked. (The hot dog captured my heart 75-plus years ago, and its luster endures.) A full-page homage to this great comfort food, describing an at-home hot dog bar with descriptions of nine dogs to "break out of a normal routine of ketchup and mustard."
And what a collection: six exotic geographical varieties (Hawaiian, Mexican, Chicago, Memphis, Buffalo and Seattle), plus Reuben, bacon Mac and Chili Cheese, replete with 22 toppings.
But wait! Gapingly missing from this impressive collection was the divine gold standard — hiding in our neighbor's backyard for generations. I speak of the "slaw dog," invented and perfected in a previous portion of the Old Dominion itself.
A marvel of West Virginian culinary artistry, the slaw dog is a wiener on a steamed (only) bun with mustard, chili (homemade to an exacting standard), chopped onion and, its crowning-glory namesake, creamy coleslaw.
Ahh, perfection through simplicity, like "Almost Heaven" itself.
Moving to Fredericksburg eight years ago, I relished the thought of sampling what I just knew would be a mother lode of slaw-dog variety. Instead, I found it virtually unheard of in these parts. Years of searching throughout the region yielded only futility.
West Virginians may be a private people, but surely plain-eating, appreciative central Virginians had discovered, embraced and glorified "the heavenly dog," hadn’t they? Alas, it seemed not.
Then, in the depths of COVID despair, my prayers were answered … right here in the burg. The sign barked at me: "WORLD'S BEST — Homemade Chili Recipe" hot dog, modestly residing at the corner of Lafayette Blvd. and Harrison Road: Powell's Friendly Market, as unpretentious as the treasure itself. And within? A pretty fair rendition of the West Virginia masterpiece.
M’m, M’m. My golden years are now complete.

Edward Laufer on July 31, 2023 1:33 PM

BELIEVE IT OR NOT CARL, On the UPPER EAST SIde near me on East 86th called PAPAYA KING ( a stand up place) for many years has had a genuine SLAW DOG on the menu. TOP NOTCH HOT DOG with the appropriate trimmings! With their signature orange drink you are transported to another place. With all of the SOUTHERNERS up here it's no surprise. After many decades on the corner of 86th and Third Ave they are moving a half block up. SO in OLD NEW YORK CITY within a few blocks walk from where we live, near each other, one can get a BIG MAC, a WHOPPER or a SLAW DOG FIX! Things could be worse!

Carl on July 31, 2023 3:07 PM

Edward, I'm right down gobsmacked.
Did you know it was invented in WV?

Edward Laufer on July 31, 2023 8:11 PM

Absolutely CARL! When I was once in ATLANTA I went to a huge and I mean huge restaurant called the VARSITY and one of their many eats was the SLAW DOG!

Edward Laufer on August 1, 2023 12:16 AM

As an aside I went to Atlanta to watch WVU played Grorgia in a major bowl game. After WVU scored 4 straight touchdowns Georgia came back and and suddenly with WVU leading 38 to 35 with less than 3 minutes remaining and the immense Georgia crowd roaring as at the 50 yard line WVU would have to punt and what do you the WVU punter ran a fake punt al and WVU ran out the clock making a first down . And opening just a mon5hbefore the GRORGIA AQUARIUM ,then the largest aquarium in the world and they had 2 whale sharks, RALPH and NORTON and they had these walkways tubes and they could be seen swimming above you. It was something to see although I dont know if RALPH or NORTON are still there.

Dr. Tom on July 30, 2023 10:13 AM

Great phone conversation with Jim George yesterday. Called Jim to alert him to Farley's death as they were pretty close in high school and were 2 of the 3 unsubs in the "Infamous Drag Racing Caper". J.K. indicated that he was going to access the blog and try to catch up with our class as he has been out of touch for awhile.
Looking forward to his hopefully posting some info.

Carl on July 29, 2023 5:51 PM

Health Alert!!! 4-Alarm!
Friends, with Kay Dillon's surprise and agonizing visit by shingles, Pat Smith's COVID, and other health issues being experienced, I remind you that folks our age, as a group, have less immunity than we had years & decades ago. So PLEASE take simple precautions to protect yourself, your loved ones, friends and neighbors.
1. Get the Shingrix vaccine ASAP to protect against shingles.
2. Within a few weeks -- by the end of August -- it is expected that a "tripledemic" vaccine will be available to protect -- thru a single shot -- against the i) newest strain of COVID-19, ii) the flu & iii) RSV -- Respiratory Syncytial Virus.
NOTE: while RSV doesn't pose great risk to older adults, seniors who contract it can pass it along to the young [e.g., grandchildren] for whom it is critically dangerous.
So take the time to get immunized. Shots are available at many drugstores (including the Walmart pharmacy) and are free. Protect yourself.

Edward Laufer on July 29, 2023 7:14 PM

CARL, VERY GOOD ADVICE!

Dr. Tom on July 29, 2023 11:25 AM

Understand that Pat Smith's daughter came in from Alaska and both have Covid.

Dr. Tom on July 29, 2023 9:41 AM

Don't have any details, but reported via Geehole that Mike Farley died yesterday. Will update as more info comes to me.

Ched on July 29, 2023 10:25 AM

Yes Mike passed away as I saw Donna' posting on FB.Mike will certainly be missed

Ched on July 27, 2023 4:05 PM

I am saddened to learn of Ron Skeens passing. He played sax with Larry Watkins , Sonny Goodwin, "Sleep " Lively and me. Also just learned that Mike Farley is now in Hospice care

Edward Laufer on July 27, 2023 4:54 PM

VERY SORRY TO HEAR THE LATEST NEWS REGARDING MIKE FARLEY! It is VERY SAD to read of what is happening to our classmates!

Edward Laufer on July 27, 2023 6:13 PM

Again very very sorry to hear about Mike Farley! I have passed this news on to Fred Lucas who is also saddened to hear about what is happening to a number of our classmates. FRED remembers that MIKE, FRED and myself were all in the same BOY SCOUT TROOP in PRINCETON during our school days.

Dr. Tom on July 27, 2023 3:50 PM

Note from Mike Farley's daughter this afternoon -- "dad took a turn for the worse last night and there is no longer anything we can do for him. We will be taking him to the Hospice House this afternoon/evening. Please keep him and Mom in your prayers".
God is good even though we do not understand his plan. Mike and his wife have a very strong faith.

Edward Laufer on July 26, 2023 2:21 PM

VERY VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RONALD SKEENS! ALWAYS WILL REMEMBER THAT HE HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND GREAT VOICE! A REALLY NICE GUY!

Wizzer on July 26, 2023 1:37 PM

Ronald Dayton Skeens death. May 18, 1941- July 23, 2023

Carl on July 26, 2023 1:59 PM

With sadness, I provide the following:

PETERSTOWN, WV — Ronald Dayton Skeens, age 82, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023 at his residence. Born May 18, 1941 in Princeton, WV, he was the son of the late Dayton and Alice “Susie” Skeens White.
Ron had a spirit of determination to overcome anything within his path. Rising early to deliver papers in his family’s neighborhood before reporting for school, working part-time at ACME to help supplement the family finances and striving to do what he could to make life easier for his family. Ron showed musical talent early in school and was so gifted that by high school, he joined the Concord Commanders and played saxophone gigs as far away as Nags Head, North Carolina. His musicianship was impeccable, and he continued to play for the community throughout his life. Ron was a soloist and enjoyed music his entire life, and directed his church choir for many years at Rich Creek United Methodist church. He was an active member of the Rich Creek Lions club for many years and never missed working a Friday night bingo of the “Ox Roast”
While his love of music was cut short while serving as the local band and choir director at Narrows High school for many years, he started the next chapter of his life by receiving a degree in school administration from Radford University and becoming a principal. He had tremendous faith in himself and always kept striving. Ron exceeded all expectations due to his spirit of determination. A family man who dearly loved his wife, Clara, and sons, he was there to attend every basketball game and school event. He wanted the best for his boys, and they are a testament to Ron’s dedication as a father. After Clara’s death, Ron met and fell in love with his second wife, Shelia, who has been devoted to making a home and caring for Ron. She has been a blessing and comfort to Ron, making his life easier as his health declined.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Clara Mae Hill Skeens; brother, Darrell Skeens; and an infant brother, Melvin Gilbert Skeens. Survivors include his wife, Shelia Skeens of Peterstown, WV; two sons, David Skeens and wife Heather of Riner, VA, and Timothy Skeens and wife Alicia of Lexington, KY; two brothers, James Skeens and wife Gwendolyn of Greenbackville, VA, and Larry Skeens and wife Janice of Madison, AL; one sister, Shirley Weikle and husband Louie of Princeton, WV; three grandchildren, Casey Marie Skeens, Justin Lee Skeens, and Austin Skeens; two step-grandchildren, Kaylie Renea Peak, and Anisley Jane Perdue.
Funeral services were held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at the Broyles-Shrewsbury Funeral Home Chapel in Peterstown, WV with Pastor Aubrey Whitlow officiating.
The family suggests memorial donations in Ron’s memory be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 702 Memorial Blvd, Narrows, VA 24124.

Edward Laufer on July 25, 2023 11:20 PM

My brother JERRY alerted me and than I read that the BOY SCOUT CAMP ROLAND it's 80 acres and it's buildings are up for bids to be sold. Before the Interstate, you had to go up and down EAST RIVER MOUNTAIN, go for miles then take a country road for miles. For BOY SCOUTS it felt like the END OF THE WORLD, no hot running water, no electricity in the sleeping cabins, no indoor plumbing, and unless you took some blankets along with your sleeping bag it could be freezing in the cabin at night. But the CAMARADERIE was GREAT, FOOD was GOOD and you could work on your MERIT BADGE requirements. I may have mentioned before that our CLASSMATE 'BEAN' ROLAND was a COUNSELOR there at least 1 summer and 'BEAN' COULD PLAY THE BUGLE! THE LAST THING YOU WOULD HEAR AT NIGHT WAS 'BEAN' PLAYING TAPS on his Bugle for the camp and the first thing in the morning 'BEAN' PLAYING on his Bugle for the camp REVEILLE! His dad CALVIN SR. who was my BOY SCOUT leader for a number of years came over with BEAN to my college the spring of 1966 before I graduated and one of the many things we reminisced about WERE BOY SCOUT DAYS! HAPPY TIMES !

Dr. Tom on July 26, 2023 1:43 PM

Ed,
Brother Jim, Don Brohard, and I spent a lot of time at Camp Roland -- was a counselor there the summer before our sophomore year. I remember Yearout being there also. Don't remember Bean being there -- we , who were in another Boy Scout troop, always thought that Calvin received a Biden-enhanced advantage in his pursuit of merit badges and the Eagle Scout award due to his father being scoutmaster.
A company (could it have been Maidenform or Celanese?) had a picnic each summer for staff and families. There was more food than you could imagine and we scouts gorged ourselves on hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, etc. We also purloined (as true Scouts do not steal) literally dozens of water melons and cases of soft drinks and hid them in the creek (Wolf Creek) for later. It got a little dicey as one cabin and group would raid another's cache. Many of us ended up with stomach aches and had to pee for a week consuming our ill-gotten-gains at every opportunity.To this day, eating water melon late in the day will keep me up all night.

Edward Laufer on July 26, 2023 3:22 PM

Hi TOM, CHED will not take credit for this, the first time I heard the nickname for the outhouses there, he was calling them KYBO's. One thing I did not do there was hike up to MOON GAP! I might as well have as the ones in the cabin were getting up around 4:30 in the morning making a racket! No way to go back to sleep. 'BEAN' ROLANDS DAD CALVIN, was a SERGEANT while in the ARMY and I got to begin to believe that he was a drill sergeant there as he ran the troop a but that way, but he always at the end of our scout meetings had a big smile on his face. SUPER SCOUT LEADER! By the way, MAIDENFORM for years had their summer picnics out at Glenwood Park.

Dr. Tom on July 27, 2023 11:48 AM

Ed,
In all my years, I never heard the term (acronym) KYBO. You know what it means, don't you?
Brother Jim reports that the company that had their annual picnic at Camp Roland was Appalachian Power.
Remember Ronnie Skeens playingwith some of the older guys from Concord. Didn't he play the sax?

Edward Laufer on July 27, 2023 12:13 PM

TOM, I do remember a picture of him playing the sax!

Edward Laufer on July 27, 2023 12:13 PM

TOM, I do remember a picture of him playing the sax!

Edward Laufer on July 27, 2023 12:11 PM

TOM, That was the term used for the outhouses! Keep Your B----- OP--!

Michael Murphy on July 25, 2023 6:49 PM

Roger and Rodney Williams were great guys, always gentlemen and kind hearted. I attended Voc school with them and both worked after school at Douglas Sporting goods and I think later at North American. Can anyone update us on them? I would bet that they were sucessfull and well liked.
Kay I feel for you and the Shingles. I had and still have them several years back. Body cream with Aloe seemed to help topically and Bayer Back and Body 500 mg Aspirons were good. I still have tolerable pains on and off but my doctor has not recommended taking the shots, while still reacurring.
Tom for your game- "Thats the only rule that is contrary" Song and Artist?
Keep the Faith
Prayers and best wishes for all that are ailing!
Mike

Carl on July 25, 2023 7:46 PM

In my 30+ years of mailing reunion announcements and other PHS60 stuff, I've never had a response from either Roger or Rodney nor a returned piece of mail. My locator program has shown them living in Pctn. & Blfd. the whole time. It now shows both with Pctn. addresses: Dingess St. (Rodney) and Boxwood Circle (Roger).
Interesting that both have Senior Yearbook photos with quotes re "silent types."

Edward Laufer on July 25, 2023 2:34 PM

OK TOM, I found the year book! I am guessing they were TWINS! For the life of me I just do not remember JERRY R and JOHNNY R WILLIAMS! What classes were they in throughout high school. THIS REALLY FEELS LIKE A TWILIGHT ZONE EPISODE! I am hearing that music as I post the above!

Dr. Tom on July 26, 2023 8:30 AM

Yes, yes, yes, Ed, you got another one.

Carl on July 25, 2023 4:39 PM

Edward & all others, if you're wondering where you've stored your PHS60 yearbook, don't forget that the PHS60 Seniors' individual photos can be seen under the "Senior pics & prose" tab in the upper right corner of this screen, thanks to Wizzer's prodigious contribution to this website's development.

Dr. Tom on July 25, 2023 8:32 AM

Anyone going to try riddle #55? Ed, where are you and Sandy?
Additional help -- scroll senior pictures and prose for two who share RJW's, they may be "spitting images" of one another.
Cookie, this one should be a cake walk for you.

Carl on July 25, 2023 2:43 PM

I'm hoping hard that things are back to where Kay's greatest discomfort is you.

Edward Laufer on July 25, 2023 10:46 AM

Hi TOM, Did not take a hard look at it as I thought that COOKIE, or the WIZZER might solve it! How is your KAY doing? Is your arm hurting from your last covid shot?

Carl on July 21, 2023 1:16 PM

It's Friday folks, TGIF.
And who better to welcome a Summer weekend than the brilliant, legendary, half-a-bubble-off singer-songwriter [a la Robert Mitchum] Roger Miller.
Try this YouTube video:
www[dot]youtube.com/watch?v=q-NKpDTwMms
IMPORTANT: copy and paste that web address into your browser address window AND then replace the "[dot]" portion with an actual dot -- making the address www.youtube . . .
Watch the video for a big

, then have a good weekend.

Edward Laufer on July 20, 2023 2:54 PM

JULY 20 th. is a date many of us remember as men FIRST LAND and WALK on the MOON in 1969.

Edward Laufer on July 19, 2023 9:40 PM

JUST saw on TCM a lot of the guys liked in high school. It is not on tv very often THUNDER ROAD.

Carl on July 20, 2023 11:25 AM

Edward, for me there has always been something special about the song, "The Ballad of Thunder Road." Most folk our age know that Robert Mitchum -- the star of the movie -- also had a hit recording of the theme song. But I'll bet that some don't know that Mitchum co-wrote it too. Who ever figured that that big lug was a songwriter?

Edward Laufer on July 20, 2023 1:43 PM

Not me at all, Carl!

Edward Laufer on July 20, 2023 10:52 AM

HOPE, As many on the blog feel that MIKE can start to get better!

Dr. Tom on July 19, 2023 7:00 PM

Mike Farley's daughter reported that Mike is currently in a rehab facility -- no further info. They are adressing Mike's low hemoglobin count and blood clots discovered.

Dr.Tom on July 19, 2023 2:25 PM

Carl, am not getting anywhere with your xxx3 riddle. Does NFN mean "no first name".
Try new #55 -- Yoda says :"Two have RJW's, the mirror reflects the same.
Seeking update on Farley.
Fred should be happy with the notice of a reunion this year. Thanks Pat et.al..

Edward Laufer on July 19, 2023 9:45 PM

TOM, As CHUCK BERRY SAID. ' Roll Over Tchaikovsky and tell Freddy the News!

Carl on July 19, 2023 7:48 PM

Bingo!
Yes Tom, "NFN" means no first name so, my PHS60 "mystery guest" is known by but a single name.
Hint: It's not "Cher." And certainly not Socrates.

Dr. Tom on July 19, 2023 8:15 PM

Curly Eskew. Mokey Crawford as a second choice. Can't tie either to Merlin.

Carl on July 19, 2023 8:27 PM

But you're hot on the trail. Just as "Curly" and "Mokey" were nicknames, so is "Mythical Merlin."

Edward Laufer on July 19, 2023 9:49 PM

CARL I think you have given us the answer, but I will let Dr.TOM give the whole answer as I am probably wrong.

Dr. Tom on July 20, 2023 7:21 AM

Has to be "The Wizz". I don't remember this moniker being widely known. Was this a chess club honorary title? Why no senior picture? Did the unsub skip school the day pictures were taken?

Carl on July 20, 2023 11:37 AM

Righto Tom!!! and right-on too.

The Answer to Name Quiz xxx3 is "Wizzer" derived from the Mythical Merlin (a Wizard) then "transformed" into our own Wizzer.
The explanation for your "failure to find" frustration is that Jerry "Wizzer" Wizon moved from Pctn. during our high school years. Don't mean to brag but, thanks to my restraining order, he was barred from coming back to be in our PHS yearbook photos. [It's the only time that I ever out-smarted him, so I'm especially proud of this singular success.]

Dr. Tom on July 18, 2023 10:05 AM

Carl, I ALWAYS proceed cautiously around Kay.
Brother Jim and I both had the chicken pox while still living on Mercer Street -- measles and mumps also. Back in those days, the medical MO was to expose your children to those viruses early on.

Pat Smith on July 17, 2023 8:43 PM

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Our last 60s reunion was a wonderul experience! COVID slowed us down a bit, but we are ready to get together again. The planning committee is very excited that we will celebrate in the beautiful Chuck Mathena Center in Princeton.
We are still worklng on some special activities for Saturday where you can reminisce about your high school years at PHS and experience firsthand areas of Princeton's ongoing revitalization progress. More information on these activities will be sent in plenty of time for you to plan your weekend.
Our Sensationel Sixties PIus reunion will be held on TWO nights with a total cost of $80 per person. lf vou prefer to attend only one evening, your total cost is $40 per person. The deadline for registration is October l, 2023

FRIDAY, Oct. 20: "7-10 PM"
Registration, Heavy Hors D'ouerves,
Cash Bar, DJ Music

SATURDAY, Oct 21 "6-11 PM"
Registration, Class Photos, Happy
Hour, Cash Bar, Buffet Dinner, DJ
Music for Listening and Dancing

Saturday's Photo Schedule

PLEASE BE ON TIME
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Sounds like a good night to catch up with each other and our younger classmates.

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Edward Laufer on July 17, 2023 11:04 AM

TOM, How is KAY DOING? HOPE a bit better (in my cases, it was a long and slow process) Did you get your latest COVID and SHIGLES SHOT's and if so, how much time did they tell you would have to wait for a FOLLOW UP shot on the SHIHGLES shot and the COVID one if you have not gotten the full allotment of the COVID one?

Dr. Tom on July 17, 2023 5:47 PM

Got latest Covid booster yesterday -- up to date. Second Shingles shot due in 2-6 months.
Kay is still very uncomfortable. New areas are surfacing daily.
Can you recommend an OTC topical ointment to relieve the pain and itching? We have been using cortisone.

Edward Laufer on July 18, 2023 12:13 PM

TOM I asked SANDY what I took for SHINGLES and she remembers a prescription called ACYCLOVIR. It is an antiviral.

Carl on July 17, 2023 7:42 PM

Tom, for some peace of mind, I think that the one shingles shot will give you significant protection. Should you contract that nasty varmint, it should be milder than it otherwise would be.
Another potential piece of good news is that shingles is not contagious IF you have had chickenpox. If you have, you're pretty safe; if you haven't, proceed cautiously around Kay.

Carl on July 15, 2023 12:06 PM

wish you'd just look at what that sly Manhattanite just did. He's introduced "Eddie's Corny Corner" to amass corny jokes from PHS60 classmates.
[See his & my comments about 6-7 replies below.]
So come on friends. Our persevering classmate, that rare corny-jokin' / ballroom-dancin' hybrid, deserves your support. And there must be many out there who have corny jokes to share.
So let's humor him -- literally. OK, who's gonna start?
Knock knock. Who's there?

Dr. Tom on July 15, 2023 2:18 PM

Who let the dogs out?
The chicken after crossing the road.
I made this up -- poor, poor, poor!

Carl on July 16, 2023 11:36 AM

OK Tom. Following your lead, I made this up:
Marcus.
Marcus who?
Mark us down as corny jokesters.

Edward Laufer on July 15, 2023 4:32 PM

TOM HOW ARE KAY AND YOU DOING?

Dr. Tom on July 15, 2023 5:38 PM

Ed, thanks for asking. I am fine. Kay is miserable with new areas of inflammation still surfacing. The Doctor prescribed an anti-viral med and a steriod med for her for the next 7 days. These are already causing her stomach distress even with food.
I got up in the middle of the night and scheduled myself for the Shingles shot and latest Covid booster tomorrow morning at Publix.

Edward Laufer on July 15, 2023 6:11 PM

TOM, The sooner the better that KAY gets over this! What KAY is experiencing is like what I had! For me it took close to 3 weeks the first time I had SHINGLES and a couple of weeks the 2nd time as I had the old singles shot in between. It hopefully will be less than those times for KAY! Wishing your KAY A VERY SPEEDY RECOVERY! Good that you are getting the new shingles shot. Ask how long you should wait before you can get the 2nd one?

Edward Laufer on July 15, 2023 4:29 PM

Most of these KNOCK KNOCK'S one says OH! Probably over the many years HAVE FORGOTTEN almost all of them. Because SANDY and I have done so much DANCING Here is one of the only ones I can remember. KNOCK KNOCK. WHO'S THERE. HONEYDEW HONEYDEW WHO HONEYDEW YOU WANT TO DANCE?

Carl on July 15, 2023 5:47 PM

Ed & others, don't restrict yourself to knock-knock jokes. The target is "corny jokes." Just as Tom composed a "chicken-crossed-the-road" joke, there are:
Little Moron jokes
Corny riddles
"He's so dumb, he thinks . . ." jokes
Dumb blonde jokes
Pastor, priest & rabbi jokes
Lawyer jokes
(. . . I could go on & on. And I ain't jokin')

Edward Laufer on July 15, 2023 9:15 PM

OK Carl, I will try this one with POLITICS and RELIGION. A man of the CLOTH is greated at the PEARLY GATES by ST.PETER Welcome! You can check in over there.,THE AIDE TELLS HIM THAT HE will have to walk to HIS new resident about a mile down the road as we have no additional cars walk upstairs to your 8th floor apartment as the elevators are still not working , but you will get 3 decent simple meals downstairs and the library and fitness room will be ready later that year. The man of the cloth looks over nearby and that person is being told he gets a FULL TIME CAR WITH DRIVER to use, a SUITE of rooms in a deluxe tower resident, who have some of the greatest chefs ever. The man of the cloth asks about the unusual treatment that person is getting. The answer the aide gives him is. WE HAVE THOUSANDS UPON THOUSANDS OF GOOD PEOPLE OF THE CLOTH! THIS IS OUR VERY FIRST UNITED STATES SENATOR!

Carl on July 14, 2023 8:59 PM

Shingles ALERT!!!
Tom, sorry to hear about Kay getting shingles. Sure hope it's a short-term, mild case.
Classmates, ALL folks our age should be sure to be shingles vaccinated. Even if you got a shingles shot 4+ years ago, and thought that you were immune for as much as 20 years, a newer version called Shingrix came out since then and it's a GIANT step ahead.
Walk, don't run, but walk fast to about any pharmacy and ask for one. They're free for all Medicare folks and most others too. This is an easy illness to protect against, and one hears horror stories about how painful it can be if severe. As Edward said, your fan blowing on you can be incredibly painful.
We all carry the virus from childhood, and are particularly susceptical at our age.
Get the shot!!!

Edward Laufer on July 15, 2023 12:00 AM

GTEAT ADVICE FROM CARL TO ALL OUR CLASSMATES! CARL IS RIGHT! SANDY AND I each got the SHINGRIX VACCINE in 2 stages, the 2nd one around 5 months after the first one in 2021. BELIEVE ME, it can be VERY painful and does not go away that quickly and can crop up anywhere on one's body. A good friend had it on his face and doctors were concerned as it was moving towards one of his eyes, but luckily did not get that far. GET THE SHINGRIX unless for some reason your doctor says otherwise.

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Fuma Grace on October 25, 2022 6:57 PM

I contacted this herbal Doctor on email and explain my problem to him and he told me that he is going to prepare a herbal medicine for me which he did and he sent it to me through UPS service, when i received this herbal medicine, he gave me instructions on how to use it, after taken the medicine as instructed, i went for check up and the result shows negative and i was cured of this deadly disease within a week, I am now free from Herpes. You Can Also Contact him now via E-mail: herbal.home247@yahoo.com Or Visit website https://herbalhome247.wixsite.com/mysite
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tracy cimino on October 2, 2022 10:55 AM

LOVE SPELL STILL WORKS BY DR NAKARA FROM INDIAN.

I want to use this great opportunity to thank Dr NAKARA for helping me to get my boyfriend back after 3 months of breakup. My boyfriend broke up with me because he saw another girl at his working place and told me he is no longer interested in me and left me in pain and heartbreak. I seek for help on the internet and i saw so many good talk about this great spell caster Dr NAKARA and I contacted him also and explain my problems to him and he cast a love spell for me which i use to get back my boyfriend within the period of 48 hours and i am so grateful to him for the good work he did for me,that is why i also want to let everyone who is in need of help out there to also seek help from him so he can help.His email is drnakarasolutionscenter@gmail.com or whatsapp: +918200232522. if you want to get your Husband, Wife, Boyfriend and Girlfriend back now and regain your happiness....

Godson Thompson on September 15, 2022 7:12 AM

To all infected , sickness, or viruses there is always a herbal treatment for it , I'm still wondering why you think you can't get rid of an illness you where not created with. For cure, if you are diagnosed with the following illness ! STROKE HPV, HSV CANCER, CANCER, DIABETES, GENITAL HERPES. ETC..Kindly contact Dr mercy for cure via email. droseigba123@gmail.com or whatsapp +2349019791774 ..because he actually help my mum to cure 4years of cancer or visit his website https://droseigbah123.wixsite.com/droseigbah_herbs

Danielle Gaga on September 11, 2022 12:48 PM

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Ailar Yoba on September 10, 2022 1:57 PM

I found out that taking herbal treatment is the best way to get rid of genital herpes. As soon as i feel the symptoms of disease are appearing, I take the healing process by contacting DR oseigba mercy for natural treatment, it works wonders and amazingly. Ever since I had the herbal treatment I have not felt this disease anymore and my doc oseigba told me the disease is gone, i am glad i finally got cured out from this disease. patients should also get in touch with this herbalist Dr oseigba to get rid of any disease forever his on email droseigba123@gmail.com.WHATSAPP +2349019791774 or visit his page �???�???�??? Website https://droseigbah123.wixsite.com/droseigbah_herbs

wendy miss on May 3, 2022 2:38 AM

HOW I GOT CURED FROM HERPES I already gave up on ever getting cured of herpes because I have tried many treatment and none has work, I have gone to different hospitals the always recommend me same drugs and it not working on me, until I came across a post about DR Harry on the net from a lady who is recommending for work well Weldon then i contact him that day, and he started giving me hope and then prepared some herbal medicine which I took according to his prescription on them, so I was still doubting if it was working on me so at a time my Husband just ask me to go for check up and I did, so I found out that I was cure and free from the herpes virus, thanks to DR Harry once again. his website doctorharryherbs.com email drharryherbspell01@gmail.com

Mira Moghan on August 8, 2022 10:28 AM

I was browsing the Internet searching for help when I came across a testimony shared by someone on how she was cured from Herpes Disease. I quickly contacted him to get the cure. I bought the herbal medicine from the herbal doctor [Robinson Buckler]. I took the herbal medicine for 2 weeks as instructed and i went for a medical checkup and to my greatest surprise i was cured from Herpes virus. My heart is so filled with joy. If you are suffering from Herpes or any other disease you can contact this herbal doctor today on this Email address_________________robinsonbuckler@[[yahoo.com]].....Thank you Doctor

Mira Moghan on August 8, 2022 10:28 AM

Ken Wealth on October 5, 2021 9:57 PM

God bless Dr. Ajayi for the great work he did for me and that has been my happiest day in my life. I was diagnosed with herpes 7 months ago, I�??ve lost all hope and that there is no cure and I have been taking medicine to sustain myself till I got6 to know about Dr. Ajayi through a friend that got cured from herpes with his herbal medicine. I contacted him and he sent me his herbal medicine which I took for 14 days as he directed me and I went to the hospital after consuming his Herbal medicine and I was confirmed Negative after 7 months of pains and suffering , it is indeed a miracle, Dr. Ajayi is a great man, I have heard so much about how he has helped a lot of people, if you have any issue you can contact him for help. via email ajayiherbalhome@gmail.com you can as well call his mobile number or write him on WhatsApp +2348154724883. also visit his website https://ajayiherbalhome.weebly.com for more information

love Michael on September 6, 2021 10:17 PM

How Can I Ex-plane This, That the study abstract explains that the patient, who saw an herbalist, was suffering from Diabetes, including chronic fever, weight loss, lesions, and diarrhea. But the black seed treatment had impressive and near-immediate results.
“The patient was commenced on Nigeria sativa Herbal concoction 10 mis twice daily for one week and five days. He was contacted daily to monitor side-effects and drug efficacy. Fever, diarrhea and multiple pruritic lesions disappeared on 5th, 7th and 13th day respectively on Nigeria sativa therapy. “On the 13th day, HIV tests came back negative. Further, 24 months after the therapy was stopped, the tests remained negative for HIV and HIV antibodies. For More Info Contact Dr. Successful Through his web address Via https://web.facebook.com/Drsuccessful-109263294750359 . You Can as Well Dm Him Via WhatsApp +2349054910629 Thanks I wish you Good Luck

love Michael on September 6, 2021 10:17 PM

How Can I Ex-plane This, That the study abstract explains that the patient, who saw an herbalist, was suffering from Diabetes, including chronic fever, weight loss, lesions, and diarrhea. But the black seed treatment had impressive and near-immediate results. �??The patient was commenced on Nigeria sativa Herbal concoction 10 mis twice daily for one week and five days. He was contacted daily to monitor side-effects and drug efficacy. Fever, diarrhea and multiple pruritic lesions disappeared on 5th, 7th and 13th day respectively on Nigeria sativa therapy. �??On the 13th day, HIV tests came back negative. Further, 24 months after the therapy was stopped, the tests remained negative for HIV and HIV antibodies. For More Info Contact Dr. Successful Through his web address Via https://web.facebook.com/Drsuccessful-109263294750359 . You Can as Well Dm Him Via WhatsApp +2349054910629 Thanks I wish you Good Luck

Grace Ken on August 15, 2021 6:51 AM

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OLIVIA BOLTON on August 15, 2021 6:47 AM

This testimony is worth sharing to the world. I am here to tell the world of the good works of Dr BALBOSA. My name is Olivia Bolton am from the UK.. My man left me and my kids for another older woman. It was not so easy for me.. I love my husband so much and I did not lose hope and I kept praying and God finally answered my prayers...i searched online for a spell caster to help me unite me and my lover back forever and i saw so many testimonies of how DR BALBOSA has helped so many people online and i decided to give him a trial �?� I contacted him and explained to him. He told me not to worry that he will bring back my man within 24 hours. He consulted his powers and assured me not to worry . He did his work and cast the spell and to my greatest surprise, my husband came back the same day begging and crying just as Dr BALBOSA said. He begged me for forgiveness and he promised never to leave me for any reason. We are happy and we live together as one. Contact Dr BALBOSA now and be happy forever. dont lose hope and good luck.. WHATSAPP AND CALL: +1(206) 485-3691 WEBSITE: https://balbosasolutionhome.com

Abbie Moore on August 10, 2021 5:53 PM

Hi everyone, my name is Abbie Moore, am from the United States . I want to share my wonderful testimony on how I got back my husband back, who I sworn ever to be with until when he left me to another woman for no reason and I try to make things work for both of us yet things where getting worse and I love him so much and there is nothing I could do to get my husband back until I saw a testimony share by a woman called Lauren from Australia on the internet talking about a powerful spell caster called DR. WALE, who brought her husband back within 24hours, so I decide to give it a try and to my greatest surprise he also did it for me just as he did for Lauren and I have a lot of people complaining of fake spell caster but this one I met was a real spell caster who help me to solve my problem I have no solution to, I introduce many of my best friends that have a similar problems, and their problem were solve with the great help of DR. WALE, who help them to get back their lovers within 24 hours. I am so happy that my husband is back to me again, and the most surprising thing is that our love is very strong, every day is happiness and joy. and there is nothing like been with the man you love. I am so happy my love is back to me with the help of DR. WALE. if you have similar problem I will advice you to contact him, he is there to help you and put a smile on your face as he did to me and others you can also WhatsApp him +1(978) 406-9575 or Email him at : everlastingspellcast@gmail.com or view his website for more review https://everlastingspellcaster.website2.me/contact

Smith Cash on August 5, 2021 6:06 PM

Good day to you all.. I'm here to share my experience to everybody all around the world because I know that someone out there needs this today. I've been with my girlfriend for 3 years and everything was fine with us that we don't have to fight or quarrel for anything . My girlfriend got a new job and after 2 months of her new job, I noticed some changes in her. Few weeks before my birthday, my girlfriend broke up with me for another man. I never expected such from her. I was in severe pain and needed help urgently. I searched for help online and found Lord Zakuza who is a spell caster. I told him everything I was going through and he understood me well. He told me that he will prepare a love spell for me that will get my girlfriend back within 48 hours and he explained to me how it was going to be done and I agreed. He prepared the love spell for me and my girlfriend returned back to me begging me for forgiveness within 48 hours. I was shocked and happy and I accepted her back.. We are back together and everything is going fine. I want to thank Lord Zakuza for his help by sharing this testimony online for other people to find help too in any area of their lives. Get in touch with him with the below details. For he's good at what he does.

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Maria Alexzeder on August 4, 2021 7:55 PM

Going through a divorce case is very heart broken when you love your partner with the whole of your heart.. My husband left me for a total stranger and I could not imagine what the hell was happening because everything looks like a dream to me. I was lost and confused about my life without any way to get a solution to make my husband see reasons with me that I love him so much. I was very depressed and desperate to win back my husband and I searched on GOOGLE for help about my situation and I got recommended to Dr. Ayoola who is a powerful spell caster for he has so many magnificent testimonies and reviews on the internet from different people all over the world. I got in touch with him and I poured out my sorrowful heart to him and he encouraged and promised to help me out. He gave me some instructions of which a adhered to and within 48 hours of contacting Dr. Ayoola my attorney called me to get me informed that the divorce case has been cancelled and I got a call from my husband 30 minutes after I finished speaking to my attorney. My husband and I are so much in Love with endless care and happiness and I so much thank Dr. Ayoola for doing this for me and I know people out there might also need their partner or lovers back or want to get pregnant for your partner or husband. So, you can Text & WhatsApp Dr. Ayoola on +31684065675 or email him via: ( drayoolasolutionhome@gmail.com ) for a change of story in your love life.. He is the best spell caster that can help you with your problems Or website https://drayoolasolutionhome.com/ OR YOU CAN MESSAGE HIM ON HIS FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/Dr-Ayoola-105640401516053/

Stephanie Janet on July 7, 2021 8:18 PM

My name is Stephanie Janet .This is a very joyful day of my life because of the help PRIEST OSAS has rendered to me by helping me get my ex husband back with his magic and love spell. i was married for 6 years and it was so terrible because my husband was really cheating on me and was seeking for a divorce but when i came across PRIEST OSAS email on the internet on how he help so many people to get their ex back and help fixing relationship and make people to be happy in their relationship. I explained my situation to him and then sought his help but to my greatest surprise he told me that he will help me with my case and here I am now celebrating because my Husband has changed totally for good. He always wants to be by me and can not do anything without my present. I am really enjoying my marriage, what a great celebration. I will keep on testifying on the internet because PRIEST OSAS is truly a real spell caster. DO YOU NEED HELP THEN CONTACT PRIEST OSAS NOW VIA EMAIL:Unsurpassed.solution@gmail.com or call WhatsApp +1(419) 359-4367 He is the only answer to your problem and make you feel happy in your relationship https://unsurpassedsolution.blogspot.com/

Arie Lee on June 11, 2021 7:18 PM

It's so amazing when one finally finds joy in achieving something that�??s so important to humans, which is sound good health, because there�??s nothing more beautiful than having good health being free from disease and infections. I don�??t even know what else to say or rather how to express my joy, but all thanks to Dr Ajayi who cured me with his herbal medicine! He's a God sent to my life . I never knew or believed I would be cured from my hsv2. It is a miracle and a thing of joy, just 14 days of me following some real and fast effective protocols I was able to eradicate my long term genital herpes. I can boldly say that I�??m now herpes negative. I�??m cured from my HSV2. I�??m so excited Dr. Ajayi. is willing to help anyone out there still suffering from the herpes virus. If you need his assistance on how to get rid of your herpes virus just the way I got rid of mine in just 14 days of treatment, just email him at ajayiherbalhome@gmail.com or visit his website https://ajayiherbalhome.weebly.com and you will be completely healed just as i am today......,,,

LARRY MAILA on June 11, 2021 6:41 PM

Oral herpes is a bothering virus, but overcoming is possible! Carol from Texas was diagnosed with genital herpes type 1 (hsv1), and she choose dr.omolaherbalhome@gmail.com for treatment where she heard and read about Dr. Omola on a forum. After Three weeks of herbal medication she went for test and was tested negative HSV 1 after hearing her testimony I gave it a trial and I was completely cured you can reach Doc via dr.omolaherbalhome@gmail.com or WhatsApp's via +2348118116254. https://dromolaherbalhome.wordpress.com/

LARRY MAILA on June 11, 2021 10:06 AM

Amparo Parnell on June 3, 2021 9:46 PM

Truly herbs have proven to be the best remedy for herpes and i want to share this to the entire public on how Dr Osato cure me from herpes1&2 with his herbs, I never believe it will work because the doctors keep saying there is no cure but i was desperate and needed to get this thing out of my body. I saw a comment online testifying how Dr Osato cure her from herpes and hpv and i contact Dr Osato and explain my problem to him and he prepare the cure and send it to me through UPS,which i use it just the way He instructed me and thank God today am a beneficiary to these cure. I went to my doctor for checkup after 7days of taking the herbs and i was tested Herpes1&2 negative and my doctor told me that the virus is completely gone from my system. So i will tell you all who is looking for a cure to his/her HIV/AIDS and HERPES that Dr Osato took research before he could finally get the solution to it and a lot of people are benefiting from him right now. He also cure my Uncle and his wife from HPV. Dr Osato heals with natural herbs. Please i urge you to contact him now through his email address: osatoherbalcure@gmail.com or WhatsApp him on +2347051705853. His website is https://osatoherbalcure.wordpress.com and he is capable of curing HIV/AIDS, HERPES, HPV, HSV1&2, COLD SORE, CANCER of all kind, DIABETES, Vaginal Infection and so many other infections or diseases/virus

Maria Kay on June 1, 2021 7:52 PM

I am here to explore blogs forum about the wonderful and most safe cure for HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS . I was positive to the deadly Virus called HERPES and i lost hope completely because i was rejected even by my closet friends. i searched online to know and inquire about cure for HERPES and i saw Dr ERAYO testimony online on how he was cured so many persons from Herpes Disease. so i decided to contact the great herbalist because i know that nature has the power to heal everything. i contacted him to know how he can help me and he told me never to worry that he will help me with the natural herbs from God! after 2 days of contacting him, he told me that the cure has been ready and he sent it to me via FEDEX or DHL and it got to me after 4 days! i used the medicine as he instructed me (MORNING and EVENING) and i was cured! its really like a dream but i'm so happy! that's the reason i decided to also add more comment of Him so that more people can be saved just like me! and if you need his help, contact his Email: (drerayoherbalhome@gmail.com) you can contact him on whatsapp +2348151937428. He also cure the below listed sickness; (1) HERPES, (2) DIABETES, (3) HIV&AIDS, (4) URINARY TRACT INFECTION, (5) HEPATITIS B, (6) IMPOTENCE, (7) BARENESS/INFERTILITY (8) DIARRHEA (9) ASTHMA... https://alternativeherbs.weebly.com

james mark on April 26, 2021 3:02 PM

True life story that happened May 12th 2018..... I never believed in herbal cure,and i have spend lot of money and time in trying to get drugs from the hospital/clinic to get cured of my Herpes virus which i suffered from for 3 years and i was tired of ( acyclovir and valacyclovir ) drugs, herpes is a serious and recurring disease which can't be cured through drugs or injections by the American doctors but the best way to deal with herpes is by taking natural herbs medicine for it and is only few American doctors that know about this herbal medicine .. I have read about Dr Macaulay the great herbalist doctor from African who can cure disease with his powerful herbal medicine made with different combinations of natural roots, leaves and steams. for the people suffering from the following diseases, Herpes, Cancer, Als, Hepatitis, Diabetes, HPV, Infertility Infections ETC should contact him for his herbal medicine because i am a living testimony and i was cured of herpes. Although, i sent him what he requested and he sent me his herbal medicine which i took for 2 weeks and today when i went for test i was tested herpes negative. you can reach him through his email . Via:Dr.Macaulayherbalhome@yahoo.com or https://wa.me/message/HJO6BWJEP4CFJ1 whatsapp number:.(+2349067522465) he will help you out

james mark on April 26, 2021 3:02 PM

Sarah Parker on March 28, 2021 7:29 PM

I�??m very excited to inform everyone that I�??m completely cured from HSV1&2 recently. I have used Oregano oil, Coconut oil, Acyclovir, Valacyclovir, Famciclovir, and some other products and it�??s really help during my outbreaks but I totally got cured from HSV1&2 with a strong and active herbal medicine ordered from a powerful herbalist called Dr. Riaria and it completely fought the virus away my nervous system and I tested negative after 14 days of using the herbal medicine. I�??m here to let everyone know that the herpes virus has a complete cure, I got rid of mine with the help of Dr. Riaria and his herbal medicine. Contact him via email: drriaria@gmail.com or WhatsApp him at +2349134987375

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Mike Murphy on December 3, 2020 7:40 PM

Let me be the first to wish everyone Merry Christmas!
Keep the Faith
Mike

fredrick lucas on December 4, 2020 4:30 PM

Cyrus Vance Sr., father of Cyrus Vance Jr was a native of Clarksburg WV.A democrat, he had several positions during the Johnson Administration.

Carl, Trump held a rally in Cincinnati. He agreed to repay the city for added police protection. Cincinnati along with other cities are waiting to be paid.

There is no evidence of voter fraud in the 2020 election.Biden will take the oath of office January 20.

Carl on December 4, 2020 5:13 PM

Fred, no matter how many liberals, newspersons, journalists, academics and assorted other ideologues claim there to be no evidence of voter fraud, and no matter how often they claim it, and no matter how convinced they are that what they claim is true, it doesn't change the fact that a) evidence of voter fraud [video recording, affidavits and public testimony] has been uncovered in several states -- mostly Democrat-controlled large cities -- b) more is almost certain to come, and c) partisans' deeply held beliefs have no bearing on the truth. And your repeating it won't make it so. Stay tuned.

fredrick lucas on December 4, 2020 10:25 AM

The snow has melted in Cincinnati . Soon the vaccine will be available for everyone and we can put our masks aside.Mr Biden will be our new president. Santa will come with a ho ho ho and a bottle of rum.Mr Trump will be investigated by Cyrus Vance Jr. of New York.

Carl on December 4, 2020 11:30 AM

Fred, you may be confusing Santa with old sea captains [Yo! Ho, Ho! And a Bottle . . .]. I know that Santa never left me a bottle of rum, and I've always been a very good boy (and he knew it).
As for Cyrus Vance Jr.'s investigation. "HO HUM! And a bucket of ..." The nation is in the midst of a pandemic, volumes of strong evidence of Democratic voter fraud are emerging, we've endured 4+ years of shameful liberal harassment via fake Russia collusion [with the Trump campaign] charges and phony, political impeachment stunts, etc., etc., etc., and you choose to bring up Trump income tax questions prior to his becoming president. REALLY?

fredrick lucas on December 4, 2020 5:07 PM

Bill Barr has said that there was no evidence of voter fraud .If you two have evidence of voter fraud, please pass that information to the authorities.Don't just shoot the breeze.

fredrick lucas on December 4, 2020 6:34 PM

Bill Barr said that the Justice Department had not found any fraud that would change the outcome of the election. Source CNN Business. It seems that this fight is between rural areas in the fly over states and the urban areas of the costal states and great lakes states.

The book by Mary Trump who is a psychologist is interesting. She has a lawsuit against Trump for depriving her of her share the family fortune.

Carl on December 4, 2020 10:17 PM

Thanks Fred. Your comment at 6:34 pm directly and indisputably confirms that your comment at 5:07 pm was in error; that it made a FALSE claim of Bill Barr's statement re evidence of voter fraud.

Carl on December 4, 2020 5:18 PM

Fred, what you say is FALSE. What Barr has said is that he has not seen evidence of voter fraud sufficient to overturn the "pending" election results. That's a FAR CRY from saying that no such evidence exists, as liberal partisans insist on spinning it.

Mike on December 4, 2020 9:48 PM

Lyin Fred

Mike Murphy on December 4, 2020 11:06 AM

Typical Joe Bflitsch
Have a merry one
Mike

Carl on December 3, 2020 9:25 PM

Well thanks Mike.
And fa la la la la, la la la la to you too.

Carl on December 2, 2020 2:18 PM

Fred, I was surprised to learn of the announcement last Friday that Princeton was named the Best Place to Retire in West Virginia. I've come to rely on you for this kind of news so I was lucky to stumble upon it. According to the Princeton Times website, "SmartAsset, a New York-based financial firm, conducts the study each year and ranks cities in all states on suitability for retirement." This year, Princeton is #1, Numero Uno, King of the Hill, top of the heap, the cat's pajamas.
How you like them apples?

fredrick lucas on December 2, 2020 4:16 PM

Carl, according to niche.com, Lewisburg ranks the number one place to retire in West Virginia followed by Star City a suburb of Morgantown.

Tracy French on November 30, 2020 9:17 PM

Fred: There was an interesting program on Newsmax yesterday called "The 70's Decade of ??" In the program there was a segment about Marlon Brando refusing to accept an Oscar in 1973 for best actor because of Hollywood's treatment of the American Indian. There was an Apache woman who came to mike to say why Brando refused the award. You can google "Marlon Brando and Oscar Awards" and watch the refusal. If you can get the program about the 70's you will enjoy it.

fredrick lucas on November 30, 2020 12:12 PM

As I thought of our Florida residents, I looked outside and lo and behold it is snowing.This is the first snow of the season. I prefer the snow over heat and hurricanes.

Happy birthday to Fran Pat and Barbara

Carl on November 30, 2020 1:01 PM

Fred, it looks like you're "forwarding" snow to Princeton; I see it in tonight and tomorrow's forecast for there.
Like you, I prefer snow to several other weather forms. Many of my happiest days growing up in Pctn. were snow days: "Mercer County schools will be closed today . . ." I also developed a great appreciation for the unique beauty of falling and newly fallen snow. I now live among older people, most of whom grouse about snow, but I still welcome it.
All together now, "Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow."

Carl on November 30, 2020 10:26 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES.
December is on the cusp!
Here's to:
Fran Rice Baker -- December 2
Pat Smith -- December 18
Barbara Calfee Fields -- December 22

Tracy French on November 28, 2020 8:59 PM

I found an interesting article on the web site for Smithstonian magazine. (www.smithsonianmag.com/blogs/national-museum-american-indian/2019/11/27/do-american-indians-celebrate-thanksgiving/) It is well worth the time to read it. I had never heard that some Native Americans in this country took exception to Thanksgiving until I read it on the blog. Thanks for bringing this to our attentiion Fred.

fredrick lucas on November 28, 2020 5:38 PM

Ched, several years ago, I met a Methodist clergyman Rev. Shaw who told me that he is a descendant of the Shawnee.He explained that members of his family and one hundred others did not leave Ohio.They left for the hills of eastern Ohio where they blended in with the general population.

fredrick lucas on November 28, 2020 10:02 AM

Ched my source for this discussion is the Aspen Institute Center for Native American Youth.In 2009 4.5 million people identify as native Americans.In 2006 47% lived on reservations. 28%were below 18 years old and 2.1million were less than 18 years.

In 2009 23.6 percent had household incomes less than $33000 while the average was $46,000.

Type two diabetes was 177% higher than the national average.Tuberculosis was 500% higher than the national average.I can certainly understand why they don't celebrate Thanksgiving.

fredrick lucas on November 25, 2020 9:01 PM

I have mixed feelings about Thanksgiving.While I enjoy the holiday and give thanks for what I have, the native people who were here when the Pilgrims celebrated Thanksgiving, they don't celebrate because over the centuries, they were treated badly. Cherokee lands were taken from them and they were forced to walk to the Oklahoma territory. Those living in Ohio such as the Shawnee, and the Miami were forced to leave their lands in Ohio and relocate to Oklahoma.Miami University gives six students from the Miami group an all expense education.

Ched on November 27, 2020 8:41 PM

So Fred, what do you think the remedy should be? The settlers fought and conquored the native inhabitants. Should we all pack up and go back to Europe? All native Americans have the same opportunities as anyone else in this country. Black, white, Asian and NAtive American citizens have the same rights an privileges as everone under our constitution

Carl on November 26, 2020 10:49 AM

Fred, is that the Miami University whose sports teams were the "Redskins" until a few years ago? (Before they "walked that back.")

Mike Murphy on November 25, 2020 7:13 PM

Happy Thanksgiving PHS60
Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on November 25, 2020 4:51 PM

To each of my dear PHS60 classmates,
their families and friends:
Happy Thanksgiving

Tracy French on November 22, 2020 8:07 PM

Carl, If Pat sends in her "reflections" I will match your donation of $100.00.

Arnold submitted a plan for this project (or one similar) at our last reunion, so it has been on his mind a long time.

Tracy French on November 22, 2020 7:59 PM

What were you doing 57 years ago today?

Carl on November 23, 2020 10:49 AM

Tracy, that's an easy one. I remember it like it was only 53 years ago:
I was shooting pool at the Central Grill in Princeton, WV

fredrick lucas on November 23, 2020 8:36 PM

What was your pool score? I never played that game. I enjoy swimming in a pool. Some boys are named urban. I have not heard of a boy named rural. Mike you haven't commented on the election results. Biden received the letter from the GSA in which $7.9 million dollars was released so that Biden and his team could begin their transition to govern.

Carl on November 24, 2020 10:36 AM

Fred, I think that Tracy might have been referring to a famous incident that occurred on Nov. 23, 1963 -- 57 years ago yesterday. Do you remember anything that you were doing then? [Hint: It wasn't playing pool.]

fredrick lucas on November 21, 2020 11:10 AM

I was reading Pat Smith's comments. In many places what she describes is being done by the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. Princeton does not have such a club. Who will be responsible for paying rent and utilities? Will there be paid staff ? Who will purchase equipment? Will you seek funds from the United Appeal? If the children have problems getting food will food be provided?

Mike Murphy on November 24, 2020 7:23 PM

Fred- What is your point? This doesn't help?
Mike

fredrick lucas on November 25, 2020 12:07 PM

Mike on November 24 you asked What is your point? I covered several topics. Which one concerns you? I raised questions about Arnolds idea to have a recreation center for children.For six years I was a member of the group services allocations committee for the United Appeal in Cincinnati. I am aware of money needed to fund youth programs. That is why I raised questions.

Mike Murphy on November 25, 2020 6:38 PM

My concern was that your questions predisposed that Pat and Arnold had not considered all of your questions. It appears that by tooting your horn about your expertise and in a negative way toward Princeton etc, you have thrown cold water on the idea. As pointed out by Tracy Arnold has been working on this for years.
Mike

Carl on November 25, 2020 12:41 PM

Fred, questions such as you raised are often helpful. However, what is more helpful -- as I'm sure you know -- are insights, suggestions and guidance for a non-profit to raise money for their their operations. Perhaps you could share some of your expertise with Arnold to help his fund-raising.

fredrick lucas on November 21, 2020 10:24 AM

Average life span for Ohio residents is 76.5 years.The average for residents of Mt. Adams an upper middle chass neighborhood in Cincinnati is 88 years.The average life span for residents in economically stressed neighborhoods in Cincinnati is 63.5 years.Source WVXU radio

Carl on November 20, 2020 10:20 PM

Mike and you other western movie lovers, I just watched "City Slickers" for probably the 4th time. What a delightful film. While it's mostly a guy flic, Joan enjoyed it just as much as I did. It's on HBO and will air several more times between Nov. 29 and Dec. 29.

fredrick lucas on November 20, 2020 7:14 PM

Yesterday, I went on the web page for Pipestem State Park. I learned that they are rennovating rooms in the hotel.They hope to complete the project by June of 2021

Carl on November 19, 2020 12:24 PM

Just learned that Darla is in the Pctn. hospital receiving treatment for dehydration. I have no further details about her health.

Ched on November 20, 2020 10:23 AM

Prayers for Darla to fully recover. She and I are distant cousins

Carl on November 20, 2020 11:38 AM

Boy, you Princeton people seem to have cousins everywhere and in great numbers. No wonder you're so friendly.

Just talked to Raymond & Carolyn Kidwell. Today is Raymond's birthday -- also Joe Biden's (same age).

A reflection: entering Pctn. Jr. High, I had this great fear of the pressure of being the smartest guy in the room. Actually it was more of a phobia. Anyway, I quickly started trailing around with Raymond. Bingo! Problem solved . . . immediately. Enjoying the result so much, I decided to branch out. Soon I was running buddies with Gomer & Goober. THAT worked equally well for me; sorta the Shinola on the Buster Browns, I guess. Not only did I get over that fear, I haven't experienced it since.
I like to think that I played at least a small role in Raymond's becoming such a fine psychiatrist, giving him, as I did, early, hands-on experience in the field. (I don't think he's ever thanked me.)

Mike Murphy on November 19, 2020 3:20 PM

Best to Darla - Get well soon - Love and Prayers
Mike

Pat Smith on November 18, 2020 2:43 PM

I am sitting here with Arnold Palmer, finalizing his Gofundme page for APalmproject. APalmproject is the name of the tax deductible group set up to raise money to build a recreation center for the youth of Princeton on High Street. It will feature homework rooms with computers, recording studio, basketball court, meeting rooms, kitchen, game rooms, etc.
We are asking for your help in funding this.
We received a $250,000 donation from the Hunnicutt Foundation, but we need to raise matching funds to access that money. The City of Princeton has offered to do a lot of the sewer and water prep, which will count toward matching funds, yet we still need about $200,000 more. Please open up your pocketbooks (or charge cards) and help us out.
You can send tax deductible donations through the Gofundme website, in care of Apalmproject or send checks to Apalmproject; PO Box 6049, Princeton, WV 24740. You can check out the website: Apalmsite.wordpress.com

This is a positive way to help out the kids in Princeton.
Please help, no donation is too small.
Thanks from Arnold and me. (Pat Smith)

Carl on November 18, 2020 3:59 PM

What a fine undertaking. Kudos to Arnold.

Pat, in the spirit of the matching fund arrangement for Arnold's project, if you will send me your "reflections" -- and I know that you have many -- I'll submit a check for $100 to Apalmproject.

Pat, I haven't heard the word "pocketbook" in 30 years or more. It takes me back.

Mike Murphy on November 15, 2020 2:19 PM

I watched Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid recently. The good thing about getting old is many of the sceens seem new although I have seen them before. I would rate this as the best western ever. And in reading about it, it is based on true stories.

Am currently rewatching the Sting, another favorite.

Has anyone heard anything about Doug. I hope he was able to enjoy his most highly deserved Award.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on November 15, 2020 10:33 PM

Mike, and all other western movie lovers, check out 1982's "Barbarosa" starring Willie Nelson and Gary Busey, the poor man's Butch Cassidy . . .

Tracy French on November 14, 2020 7:27 PM

Fred: The name of the restaurant was Ryan's. We have not met since they were shut down for Covid. Unfortunately Ryan's went out of business because of Covid. After Covid is under control I am sure that we will find another meeting place.

Since being diagnoised with cancer the only services I have conducted are funeral services. Although I am cancer free now I am still too weak to go back to my church. I hope I will be able to at some point. They are still holding the position open for me.

I'm pretty confident the folks at Jolo have a few snakes they keep inside during the winter months but I would not be interested in attending one of their services. I do have a good friend who pastors one of those churches and he has been bitten a couple of times and does have some side effects from it.

Psalm 23 is the most requested scripture I have for funeral services and I read that scripture 3 or 4 times a year during church services.

I know of a few other churches using Zoom to conduct services and I think it is good. Since I am not preaching I attend my home church, Melrose Community Church, and we usually do not have more that 30 people so we spread out and wear masks.

Fredrick Lucas on November 10, 2020 12:22 PM

years ago when I was a young lad, some voters in West Virginia were given liquor to vote for certain candidates. My friend the late Bill Trainer taught in Mason County as a special education teacher.There was an election scheduled that fall. He was told that he would have to give liquor to voters and encourage them to vote for the candidate who gave them liquor. He resigned and returned to Ohio.

Do candidates for office give liquor to voters these days

Carl on November 11, 2020 2:53 PM

Fred, when I became a conservative, Democrats quit giving me liquor on election day. Thank goodness the Republicans sell it to me at discount.

Mike Murphy on November 10, 2020 3:46 PM

Candidates do not offer liquor for office in WV, as you noted most dumkoffs moved to Ohio, raising the IQ in both states!

Mountani Semper Liberi
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on November 11, 2020 5:26 AM

The. right lost the election. Trump is refusing to cooperate with the Biden team. Trump wants to hold more rallies but he has yet to pay cities for the police protection that those cities provided.The bill is 1.5 million dollars

Tracy French on November 9, 2020 11:26 AM

Can you believe it? Only 6 days after the election and Biden already has 2 vaccines (that's right, not one but two) for Covid. No wonder he was elected (supposedly) to the office of President of the United States.

Fredrick Lucas on November 9, 2020 12:50 PM

Recently, I learned that Johnny Bench has put his two world series rings up for auction.

Fredrick Lucas on November 9, 2020 10:34 AM

How is the Princeton Tiger football team doing? What happened to the Virginia Tech team? Carol The Fighting Irish defeated the Clemson Tigers

Fredrick Lucas on November 8, 2020 6:00 PM

Carl, I received a card from the West Virginia University Foundation.The card was sent via E-Mail. Ten students fromm 10 different countries wished me a happy birthday in their language.I recognized French and German because I have studied those languages.

Over the years, I have given back to WVU because I didn't remain in West Virginia when I finished academic training.

The WVU football team lost to Texas Yesterday.

Carl on November 8, 2020 7:37 PM

Fred, did your e-card include a Persian student from Expatistan? Did you get one from your PHS Class of 1960?

Mike Murphy on November 7, 2020 7:28 PM

Pete - I passed a twin trailer rig on the road today and woundered how in the hell do you go about backing one of those things into a loading dock?

My trick with a tractor and trailer on the farm was to grab the bottom of the stearing wheel and turn the opposite way I wanted the trailer to go, but it was hit and miss.

Tracy - sorry your prediction on the election wasn't spot on, but according to the book of Murf this too will pass?

Keep the faith
Mike

Carl on November 7, 2020 5:16 PM

Happy Birthday, Fred.
Just how old are you anyway?

Fredrick Lucas on November 7, 2020 5:30 PM

Carl, I am old enough to have a glass of wine. I am 78 years young.

ched on November 7, 2020 11:21 AM

Its intresiting that those who advocate medicare for all seem not to realize that Medicare is not free healthcare. We pay for it out of our SS check each month. Also without aan additional purchased supplement plan and part D plan or purchased Medicare part C plan( Medicare Advantage) it does not cover everything and does not include prescription drugs.

Mike Murphy on November 6, 2020 3:20 PM

Fred- Your quoting of statistics from all places wikipedia. does not erase your lie that mining jobs under Trump came back until covid in fact unemployment in mining counties decreased 50% during Trumps first 3 yrs.

You keep saying electrical generation is switching to natural gas yet you progressives want to eleminate fossil fuels.

Do you support the Green New Deal and medicare for all and oppose fracking?

Bye the way in the 1930s Mcdowell County had a bigger population than Florida but what has that got to do with the price of eggs in China?

Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on November 7, 2020 12:29 PM

Mike, I wish that you would use spell check. I cannot say that I support any medical plan until I see the details. I do support returning to the Paris climate accordsWhy do you assume that I am a progressive? We do need to get the Covid 19 under control. We need to wear masks ,stay away from crowdas and listen to Dr.Fauci and other health experts. I am a member of AARPS.

The statistics that I used showed a decline in coal mining jobs from 2010-2019. I gave a source for what I cited . You did not my rural rustic friend

Fredrick Lucas on November 7, 2020 5:28 PM

Thank you for correcting my grammer and syntax.Mike once said that he doesn't like AARP. I am a member of that organization. Whenever I read the magazine, I learn about valuable information that helpi knew the me in daily living.

Since today is my birthday, I listened to students from my alma mater West Virginia University sing the birthday song in six languages. I recognized the French and German versions . I know those languages and have visited France Germany Austria and Quebec.

I subscribe to the Atlantic Magazine. I enjoy the articles written by professionals in various fields. Mike says that their articles are garbage. What does Mike mean ?Ched says that my statistics are meaning less. Like Mike he won't define his term.

Carl on November 7, 2020 5:51 PM

Fred, I don't presume to speak for Mike or Ched, but I wouldn't be shocked if they hold the same view as Humpty Dumpty and I do. He said, "When I use a word it means just what I choose it to mean—neither more nor less." Let's not lessen the romance and dynamism of our blog comments with too many definitions. I'm already educated beyond my intelligence, and it's a heavy burden to bear.

Speaking for a friend on November 7, 2020 4:57 PM

Colon after Mike-comma does not meet standard
Period and one space (some say two spaces) after accords.
Too many spaces after I am
Crowds - check spelling
Remove space after masks and place space after comma before stay away
Space after Dr. in Fauci
Too many spaces after I am.
What is AARPS-spelling error?
Incorrect space after cited.
Period after Rustic friend

Not everyone is perfect but points are posssible for effort when "niceness" is applied.

Carl on November 6, 2020 3:35 PM

Fred, Mike's comment has made me curious. I'm going to pose a related question to you -- not Mike -- because of Ched noting your penchant for statistics.
Q. Do you happen to know the price of eggs in China?

Fredrick Lucas on November 6, 2020 6:10 PM

Carl, according to Expatistan, the price of 12 large eggs in US Dollars in Beijing China is $1.98.

Mike likes to make statements but I never see a source from him.

Carl on November 7, 2020 9:57 AM

1. Fred, thanks for the egg info, but I wanted to know the price in China, not in some Persian country [e.g., Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan or Expatistan -- wherever that is].
2. I don't know why you have trouble with Mike regarding sources. I know of no one who can find -- and tweak -- his "source pot" easier than you.

Fredrick Lucas on November 7, 2020 12:38 PM

Carl Beijing is a city in China

Fredrick Lucas on November 6, 2020 7:07 PM

According to the United States Energy Information Center, Fossil Fuels account for 63% of energy used to make electricity. Natural Gas 38.4%, coal 23.4 %, nuclear 19.6%, petroleum ; 0.4%.Renewables Wind 7.1%
Hydro power 7.1% and solar power1.7%.

Carl on November 6, 2020 9:37 PM

WOW Fred!!! So solar and wind produce a whopping 8.8% of our country's energy supply. All we need do is increase it by a mere 10 times over [keeping the 7% earth-friendly hydro power] and we've nearly solved the energy crisis. I say "LET'S GIT 'ER DONE!"

Fredrick Lucas on November 6, 2020 11:58 AM

According to data from STATISTA, there were 21091 miners in West Virginia in 2010. By 2019 there were 13988 miners working in West Virginia. There were 10647 underground miners and 3,988 doing surface mining.

Ched on November 6, 2020 3:14 PM

Fred I never cease to be amazed at your endless supply of irrevelant statistics

Fredrick Lucas on November 6, 2020 9:25 AM

According to Wikipedia, in 1923, there were 883, 000 coal miners in the United States. Today there are 53,000 miners in the United States. Many utilities are using natural gas to power their turbines. Miners still suffer from black lung

Carol on November 5, 2020 7:03 PM

Carl, thanks for checking the the numbers in Milwaukee. I have so much confidence in our local talk radio host that I assume she is always right. She was an investigative journalist in her previous career. Also, after all of the deception from the Left about Russian interference for so long, it is easy to assume corruption.

Bill Bennett just stated in Philadelphia 23,277 ballots were found and they were all for Biden. This was on FOX NEWS around 6:40 p.m. or so. I assume I heard this correctly...

Mike Murphy on November 5, 2020 4:21 PM

Carol- Good to hear from you . I agree with you and Neil Completely. Hopefully we can weather this assault on our Conso tution and Democracy. Perhaps we should spend the next four years lieing about an dimpeaching the Dems and their real conspiricy with the Russians, Chinese etc. Will Hunter be the new Secretary of State? Get up in their faces and make them miserable at every turn. Instead we conservatives will go about our happy lives loving and praying for our country.

Stay safe and Patriotic
Mike

CHED on November 6, 2020 3:08 PM

Yes !!!

Carl on November 5, 2020 4:29 PM

I don't know about you Mike, but I'm re-thinking things. I feel so darn out of touch with modern America that I'm looking for a way to get hip. I'm thinking of rioting, looting or burning something. I'll have to pick one. I don't have the energy for all three. (:-} MAGFAY

Mike Murphy on November 5, 2020 3:54 PM

Fred- Please quit lieing about Trump. All of the critisyms even if true don't amount to a hill of beans. I am sick of hearing your little narrow minded miguided sophomoric socialist views. Even in victory do you have to be a ----?
All we can hope for is gridlock the next four years with Trumps policies and regulations carrying us throuh hard times.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on November 5, 2020 6:04 PM

Mike Trump promised that he would get mines open and miners working again. That hasn't happened.He called veterans losers. He didn't care for John McCain because he was caught and put in prison.Most of us thank our veterans for their service. Neither Trump nor his sons served. John McCain's wife is backing Biden.

Mike Murphy on November 5, 2020 7:47 PM

Fred - still lieing about Trump. What does this have to do with the state of the Union. Mines did open back up in WV KY and Ohio. But you want to shut them down and do away with Natural gas even, How Dumb can you get? 91% Veterans approval of how the VA is now run. Veterans choice great. Neither you or I served in the Military so we should not slam Trump's kids, how petty. A President is a leader not a manager which you criticise, you need to restudy Civics. You have no proof of what he called veterans and should be excoriated for repeating it. Articals in the Atlantic are nothing but garbage. John Mccain is the one person who I blame most for getting us into the Iraq war, the most disastorous decision this century. We had a no fly zone over Iraq yet we had to Occupy them? How dumb and disasterous. How about no new wars and Iran being silenced by the Israel Arab States treaties and the embassy being moved to Jerusalem.
Please Quit Lieing and Petifogging!
Mike

Ched on November 6, 2020 3:07 PM

Thanks Mike well said and true !!

Fredrick Lucas on November 5, 2020 9:24 PM

Mike Senator McCain was a respected war hero. He and the thousands of people who served are not losers as Trump would describe.Neither Trump nor his sons served.The term loser was made on television.

Trump held rallys in various indoor spaces. People did not wear masks and were packed together. After the events, the number of COVID cases went up. The number of deaths from COVID exceeds 200,000.

Articles from the Atlantic are researched and thoughtful.So are articles from the New York Times.

Fredrick Lucas on November 5, 2020 6:04 PM

Ched on November 6, 2020 3:04 PM

So what ?? Read Carol's post below ! Thank you and God bless you Mr President

Carol on November 5, 2020 8:23 AM

Dems spent over $100 million to unseat Lindsey. Yes, we voted straight "R" This year. We live in a county of 320,000 folks. I am happy to report that all five state senators and seven of eight house members are Republicans.

Needless to say, I am quite concerned that the Left wants a one-party government, not government of the people. I heard this morning that seven Milwaukee wards report 200 percent turnout. Twice the number of people voted than were registered.... Must be Russians again!

Neil says Trump is the best President in his lifetime. He has accomplished so much and worked for peace, brought troops home, reduced the size of our commitment in Germany, forced other nations to contribute more to NATO, got us out of the Paris Accord and brought thousands of jobs home. Do I like his personality, not really. As to children being separated at the border, this was done under Bush and Obama too. It is necessary because some of these children were kidnapped.

Carl on November 5, 2020 10:49 AM

Carol, et. al., whenever I hear a claim like 200% voting, all of my skepticism antennae zoom and throb, and usually I'm able to find reliable info to refute it. However, what you heard appears to be largely true -- and indisputable. It took some searching but here are some facts:
An organization called Milwaukee City Wire, a self-described non-partisan news service, has voting data on its website whose source is shown as Milwaukee County Clerk; Wisconsin Secretary of State. While it does NOT show 7 wards with 200+% voting, it does show 2 (Wards 274, 273) above 200%. It then shows 5 more -- thus a total of 7 -- above 100% [i.e., more votes than registered voters]. There may be an explanation for some of these 100+% "overages," [e.g., the filing of "provisional ballots" where questions exist about the original] but it defies my imagination and understanding when the percentage exceeds 200%.
I expect that we'll hear a good deal more about this.

Fredrick Lucas on November 4, 2020 10:09 PM

Mike over the years, Trump hasn't been a good manager. He has been labeled a narcissist. He would not release his tax returns.He would not discuss his grades at the University of Pennsylvania. He held massive indoor meetings.There was no spacing and very few people wore masks.Covid 19 problems increased in those areas where these meetings were held. He would stay in his bedroom and listen to Fox News. He referred to the news journalist Katy Tur as little Katy.He told West Virginians that he would get mines going again False.He has a number of loyalist employees either quit or were firedThere are still a number of children who have not been united with their p;arents.

CHED on November 6, 2020 3:00 PM

SO What !!

Patriot on November 5, 2020 3:50 PM

Fred: Where is Hunter!

Mike Murphy on November 4, 2020 3:34 PM

WHAT A MESS- Dems have to try extra hard to mess up elections. Look at Pennsylvania. It might be a week before results are in. Votes will be counted not received until till Friday?

Thanks God it looks like the Senate will remain under the control of some common sense?

Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on November 4, 2020 12:14 PM

2020 Presidential Election result
As the esteemed political scientist Yogi Berra so eloquently put it, "It ain't over 'til it's over."
And to paraphrase Bette Davis: "Fasten your seat belts, it's going to be a bumpy [ride]."
Is this a great country or what?

Fredrick Lucas on November 3, 2020 5:19 PM

This afternoon I watched the bison herd in Yellowstone.The production was done by the venerable BBC. A younger male bison decided to challenge the dominate bull to determine who would impregnate the females.They were pushing, shoving and head butting. Eventually the younger bull gave up and walked away.

Fredrick Lucas on November 3, 2020 1:23 PM

Mike, West Virginia does not have a Tesla dealership. Virginia and Ohio have those dealerships. I was talking with a retired chemist who owns a hybrid. He tells me that once the gasoline motor charges the electric one, the car will continue to use the electric motor.

Last year, Tesla made 400,000 cars world wide.

ched on November 3, 2020 5:12 PM

"Conventiona;" Hybrid cars operate as normal internal combustion engine powered cars when the battery is insufficient to provide power to the electric motors. The batteries are recharged in two ways: 1)Regenerative braking and 2) from the internal combustion engine when demand is low. Hybrids get the best economy boost in city driving due to the frequent regenerative braking.

Carl on November 3, 2020 10:58 AM

Q. What is sunny, dry and gloomy all over?
A. The U.S. of A. -- for today's election.
Conditions promise long faces, pinched brows and sour dispositions for 100,000,000+ Americans as social/cultural/political differences increase our national truculence, already a super-surplus commodity. Predictions are for an uncertain duration ranging up to 2-3 weeks, and perhaps beyond. Residents are advised to take shelter, remain calm and pray for cold, windy and rainy weather, especially in national hot spots where "protestor" violence has experienced an upsurge in recent months.
Heaven help us all!

Mike Murphy on November 2, 2020 7:43 PM

Ched - Thanks for your educated views on electric energy. The inconvenience and cost of charging is substantial. Also I don't like subsudising them and Sylindra!

Hopefully folks will quit lieing about Trump and vote with their wallet for the sake of the Republic and nation!

Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on November 2, 2020 6:34 AM

I made an error. Tesla has 12 charging stations in the neigborhood.

Carl on November 2, 2020 9:52 AM

Fred, I wondered if you would correct that.

Fredrick Lucas on November 1, 2020 9:29 AM

Every time we have a reunion at the Pipestem State Park,I admire the rugged hills and stream.I also enjoy the facilities. I must admit that Summers County ranks the fifth poorest county in West Virginia. Because we sre having our reunions in such a poor county we are putting money into their economy.

Fredrick Lucas on October 31, 2020 7:35 PM

The following classmates have November virthdays:

STANLEY HILL NOVEMBER 5

FRED LUCAS NOVEMBER 7

GENE LAW NOVEMBER 15

RAYMOND KIDWELL NOVEMBER 20

DELORES COOKIE HILL BROWN NOVEMBER 21

PATTY BAKER ANDERSON NOVEMBER 24

RICK SWOPE NOVEMBER 24

Fredrick Lucas on October 31, 2020 12:09 PM

I was listening to a discussion about renewable energy on PBS Science Friday.The scientist mentioned that France generates electricity from 100 percent nuclear energy. I was aware of this when I visited France.The scientist thinks that we should include nuclear energy in the mix.There is not agreement about how to build a nuclear power plant,
Ohio has two nuclear facilities that produce electricity.There are many examples throughout the United States of solar and wind power. This year we have the highest femperatures on record,

There are eight charging stations in my neighborhood for Tesla automobiles. I drive a Ford product. The company sells hybrid automobiles.

Ched on November 2, 2020 6:39 PM

Battery powered cars are limited to about 300 miles and significantly less when heat or AC is required. Recharge time is hours not minutes even with so called "rapid chargers". This makes them not practical as "road trip" cars. Over the road tractors, aircraft and industry will always require the heavy power available only from fuels. The most practical electric vehicle is one powered with Hydrogen fuel cells.But the infrastructure for hydrogen "stations" is also a challange. The USA has led the way on air and reduced emissions. There will not be much change globally until China and India get on board.

Ched on November 2, 2020 6:09 PM

The environmental footprint of battery powered cars is significant. Lithium minining and the battery manufacturing is a major deal. Battreries last a limited number of recharge cycles usually about 100,000 miles. The current cost to replace a batery pack is in th $10,000 range. Then how to dispose of the expired battery pack. Recharge energy comes from power grid.
Internal combustion engines are becomming mor efficient and cleaner.

Mike Murphy on October 30, 2020 2:41 PM

Concerning pollution - We now have the cleanest air in 100 years. Joe/Kam wants to make us carbon neutral in 2025 uh 2035 uh 2050 and both have vowed to end Fracking a technique that has made us energy independant and Ohio and WV very rich in taxes and jobs. Further how will we supply enough energy to make steel and aluminum and other alloys. It cannot be done with wind and solar. Further battery technology will not support residental use for another 20 years. Fred you might want to brush up on energy needs for manufacturing especially heavy industries like manufacturing and metals. You mention natural gas Biden wants to do away with it and wants to end fracking uh now, 5 years out, uh eventually.
I might buy a hybrid car if it is most ecomonical and suited to my needs and wants. Where are you going to plug in your mexican made blazer for charging to go 250 miles?

Bernie, AOC, Joe and Kamalla haven't got a clue about what the average person needs.

Also I recently read that the gas pipelines had again been held up by the libs in court from crossing streams and rivers in WV. It showed a large lot of pipe in Monroe County that had been waiting for over a year. Why do libs have to go to extremes on environment, gun control, abortion/infanticide and government control. What the hell has happened to my once great Democrat Party???
Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on October 29, 2020 9:36 PM

Perhaps it means nothing, but then again. . . . Interesting indicators appear before any major election, and this might be one: I hear that Washington, DC businesses have already started boarding up store fronts, anticipating riots and looting in the event of a Trump victory. Now ain't that interesting? What might it portend?

Mike Murphy on October 29, 2020 7:39 PM

Wow -Prince Harry and Speling - You really got me? And speaking of lies you are lieing about not knowing about Court Packing and all the talk thereof.

The latest is threats from Liberals that they will retaliate if Trump wins. Threats just make us deplorables more determined not to let the pantiwaste liberals ruin our beautiful country. Perhaps Prince harry and Canada might be better suited for you or how about Iran?

Keep the Faith and Back the Blue and quit Lieing
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on October 29, 2020 8:20 PM

Trump did mention that he has overwhelming support in Utah and West Virginia. Mike you seem to reflect the rural and small town voters. Air pollution from fossil fuels is a real problem in major cities. In the past I mentioned that various organizations have gone to solar power.Wind power is also being used. Gas is now being used by major utilities to heat power plants. Coal is not used that much

Fredrick Lucas on October 29, 2020 4:55 PM

Last evening I was talking to Charles Troup an old friend from Bluefield.He is 80 years old and has an apartment in the West Virginian Hotel. He is independent and buys his groceries.If he needs help, that is available.The hotel now serves the elderly in Mercer County.

Fredrick Lucas on October 29, 2020 3:50 PM

Mike concerning abortions, women who want one must pay for the procedure. They have the righ to choose. Regarding electric cars, there are problems now with air pollution. Temperatures continue to rise and scientists are concerned about the problem of air pollution.A spell check reveals that you have a problem spelling conservative. Prince Harry recently reported that he supports Biden. There is no suggestion by the Democrats that this country will move to a sustem similar to Canada or France.There has been no discussion of court packing. Mitch McConnel l refused to have a hearing on Justice Garland. Yet he rushed through a justice during an ellection.

Ched on November 2, 2020 6:00 PM

FRed do you think that if the Democrats had the Presidency and Senate that they would have held off on a SCOTUS appointment ???

Fredrick Lucas on October 29, 2020 3:55 PM

The correct spelling is election. McConnell is the correct spelling.System is the correct spelling.

Carl on October 29, 2020 4:10 PM

Fred, if the topic weren't so serious, your "correct spelling" posts would be really funny.
Let's not get caught up in spelling -- especially that of uthers -- so long as their message is clear. On rare occasions where I think it isn't, and that it matters, I slip it and correct it, but only under those circumstances. And remember that misspellings often are simple "typos," and once submitted are incorrectable by any except the Great Custodian. MAGFAY

Mike Murphy on October 29, 2020 2:58 PM

Tracy - You are a fine Clergyman and Patriot, I hope and pray you are right.
Under current policy predictions if the Dems win:
I will loose $2500 in taxes and $3000 in energy increases/year.
My taxes will support late term abortions including infanticide (VA Governor)
The big guy Joe will continue to sell out the USA to China, Russia, etc. sending our manufacturing offshore as in 2008-2016.
I and other conservitaves will continue to be called racists while liberals condone BLM burning and looting our cities.
The deep state will get even deeper supported by the lame stream media and big tech (talk about lieing).
My health insurance costs will increase significantly through taxes to pay for a public option and co pays. Eventually private ins will disappear.
Our precious Constitution will be under attack by court packing and adding senators and representatives from districts and Island nations.
West Virginia will be impoverished through decrease of its taxes on energy and hundreds of thousands of jobs will be lost. Green Energy jobs are a miniscule amount from what will be lost.
Iran will be given ligitmacy again (maybe with pallets of cash?) and the progress with Israel and the Middle East will be squashed. How about BLM and Antifas attacks on Jews?
The Democrat party and especially Harris has promoted and paid to bail out criminals including cop killers from the rioting and looting. Both Joe and Kam want to reimagine the police force and both have said to defund. Also both have said they support persons in jail like the Boston Boomer and others to vote and give health care and other ervices to Illegal Aliens!
People we are headed into socialism perhaps the Dems this time can bring Cuba back into the fold and make it a state?
Get out and Vote
Keep the Faith
Mike
Also I don't want an electric car!

Asking for a Friend on October 29, 2020 5:12 PM

What is the energy source to charge an electric car?

Carl on October 29, 2020 10:03 PM

Any person with a friend is a lucky so-and-so. And any friend who has a friend who will ask a question for him/her is also a lucky so-and-so. Congratulations, you lucky so-and-so. And to your friend as well. [We should all be so lucky.]

Tracy French on October 28, 2020 9:18 PM

I predict Trump wins by a landslide and AOC is voted out.

Fredrick Lucas on October 28, 2020 9:31 PM

Carl, I am not familiar with the professional baseball team. Perhaps a resident would know the affiliation of the team in Princeton.

Tracy you are a clergyman . Trump has made many false statements. AOC will stay put and Trump will lose. There will be a loss of Republican senators.

Trump could be prosecuted if he loses.

Carl on October 28, 2020 9:43 PM

Fred, do you mean to tell me that you know about Dr. Ramiro Guillen and his wife Marilyn, of Scottsdale AZ, but don't know that the Princeton Rays have been a farm club of the Tampa Bay Rays for a number of years? I'm flummoxed.

Fredrick Lucas on October 28, 2020 10:29 AM

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the baseball series. Another win for the large market group.

Fredrick Lucas on October 28, 2020 1:08 PM

I made an error. Tampa Bay are known as the rays

Carl on October 28, 2020 1:13 PM

Fred, do you mean the parent club of the Princeton (WV) Rays professional baseball team?

Fredrick Lucas on October 27, 2020 4:05 PM

I went to the site which Phillip Snow gave us. www.cnscenteraz.com. Dr. Ramiro Guillen and his wife Marilyn have MD degrees with specialities in Psychiatry, They have a clinic in Scottsdale Arizona. They treat children, men and women.

Carl on October 27, 2020 4:44 PM

Fred, thank you for becoming PHS60's official representative to the psychiatric services of the Central Nervous System Center of Scottsdale, AZ. Please advise us when they open an office in or near Princeton, WV. Should I receive direct correspondence from Philip Snow or his colleagues, please be assured that I will forward it to you.

Fredrick Lucas on October 24, 2020 12:28 PM

I read your comments Tom. I hope that you will enjoy life in Florida. I have travelled in the south but I have found that summers are too hot.I was in Savannah Georgia for several days in October five years ago and the heat and humidity were too much for me.I had so much sweat that I felt that I had just been swimming.

I was at the gym the other day and I read an observation about living. It said that people born in the fall season tend to live longer than people born in the other seasons.

If we have a class reunion in 2021 we could combine with the class of '61.

Fredrick Lucas on October 22, 2020 10:07 AM

I am happy that Mike Farley is free of cancer and enjoying the Florida sunshine.

There is a gingle from childhood that I remember. " Pepsi Cola hits the spot. Two full glasses that's a lot. Twice as much for a nickle too.Pepsi Cola is the drink for you.":

Carl on October 21, 2020 9:53 PM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Wil Wilhelm
this Saturday, October 24.
(I wonder how old that perpetually
youthful looking lad is about to be.)

Edward Laufer on October 21, 2020 10:32 PM

Always it is good to see on the blog, positive health news from and about some of our classmates!!

Carl on October 22, 2020 12:24 PM

Edward, dear friend, I look at it this way: any time a classmate posts anything that ISN'T bad health news, it's a sign of good health -- even if they (we/I) are only carping, raging or whining.

Carl on October 21, 2020 5:45 PM

Anyone in the mood for good news?
Yesterday, Mike Farley posted the following to his facebook page:

TO MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS ON FACEBOOK WHO HAVE HEARD AND THOSE WHO HAVE NOT. I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH LUNG CANCER AUG. 2019. AFTER 35 TREATMENTS OF RADIATION AND 12 TREATMENTS OF CHEMO AND 10 MONTHS LATER, I WAS TOLD TODAY FROM MY MEDICAL ONCOLOGIST RESULTING FROM A PET SCAN PROCEDURE LAST WEEK, I AM NOW "CANCER FREE." PET SCANNING WAS FROM MY HEAD TO MY KNEES. I WANT TO THANK YOU ALL FOR THE PRAYERS SENT TO THE GOOD LORD IN HEAVEN ON MY BEHALF.
AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE, WE WILL SERVE THE LORD.

Mike Murphy on October 21, 2020 7:29 PM

Great news for Mike Farley and Family. I worked with his cousins and had one in Drafting class at Voc Tech center.

They were/are all great people.
Keep The Faith
Mike

whizzer on October 20, 2020 12:35 PM

Speaking of baseball, I just read the book Moneyball by MIchael Lewis. I know I'm late for the dance and I thought I knew a bit about the game but I found I know nothing at all. Have you read anything good lately?

Carl on October 20, 2020 4:38 PM

whizzer, I've found the Mueller Report a good read.

Fredrick Lucas on October 19, 2020 8:17 PM

The Creek lived in parts of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Alabama. They were removed by force to Oklahoma.There are 76000 people who are Creek today

Edward Laufer on October 19, 2020 7:56 PM

So stockbrokers in my NYC boardroom would hear me using the phrase 'If the good Lord is willing and the creeks don't rise'.In the boardroom we had several mounted tv''s tuned to the business channel.About once in an hour they would show national news and one day they are showing flooding in W.Va. and a postal truck floating down in front the State Capitol. We know now what you mean Ed about those creeks. I said it was the Kanawha River They just did not believe me..

Mike Murphy on October 19, 2020 7:07 PM

Roe V Wade - A debate about how to cross Brush Creek?

Always swim with your head above water in Brush Creek!

Mike

amy on October 19, 2020 2:17 PM

If the good lord is willing and Brush creek doesn't rise. This saying was authenticated by an old Shawnee from Lashmeet.

Tracy French on October 19, 2020 10:36 AM

Mike: I'm doing OK. I talked to Curly this morning and he is OK and Goings was OK when I talked to him Saturday.

Anyone read Mallard Fillmore this morning?

Fredrick Lucas on October 18, 2020 6:33 PM

I spoke to several older men about the Creek tribe. They said that this is the understanding of people in this area.

The election will be held on November3.I have voted by mail because I don't want to be in long lines or have problems with the carona virus.

I also got a new Jetpack for my computer . I bought products from Verizon.

Carl on October 19, 2020 10:53 AM

Fred, this is starting to get complicated. You’ve cited “older men” re the Creek [capital C] rendering, which I find interesting considering your previous indication of a Jewish heritage. Were these older men that you consulted named Goldstein or Rabinowitz (or the like)? Are they your tribal elders? You probably know that there are 12 Tribes of Israel ('tho none named “Creek”). Anyway, I’m pleased for you that you live in a metropolitan area that has such counsel available.
Lastly, in addition to some fluency in French and German, do you speak any Hebrew or Yiddish? [I wonder how “God willing and the Creek don’t rise” sounds in Yiddish.]
While I find your explanation interesting, I’ll just stick with the “small-c” version of the expression which, to my mind and ear, is a much better construction, encompassing, as it does, the powers of heaven and the unpredictability of earth, the swollen waterway that can thwart even the best efforts of my two yoke of oxen – Ben & Jerry - and my modest wagon.
May all your roads remain passable.

Becky Novarro on October 17, 2020 8:14 PM

"Hush Honey" ...Mary Jane Jackson and June Fielder.
I didn't know about the creek and I say that all the time. Around this area a flooded creek is commonplace.

Mike Murphy on October 17, 2020 6:57 PM

How about a health report on Doug, Tracy, Darla, Goings, et al and I haven't heard about Curly in eons.
Keep the faith
Mike

Mike Murphy on October 17, 2020 6:52 PM

On the advice of very reliable sources I invested $6 in watching the Searchers. Friends that has to be the worst Movie I have ever had to watch. Over acted and terrible fight scenes, with an Uncle wanting to kill his Neice because she was captured by the Indians. If not for the scenery it would have been a total waste.
I prefer John Wayne in True Grit.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on October 17, 2020 5:15 PM

Perhaps you have heard the saying" The Lord willing and the Creek don't rise. Creek refers to the native American tribe.

Carl on October 17, 2020 5:40 PM

Fred, good to hear from you. Welcome back; it looks like you negotiated the holidays successfully.
Thanks for the slang expression. A question: when spelled with a capital "C" does it mean that a native American (aka indigenous person) doesn't have a Lazarus-like experience and rise from the grave? Or does it mean that he/they won't rise up and inflict hostility? For 70 years I thought I knew what this meant -- small "c" creek -- only to learn today that my understanding might have been rather limited.

Carl on October 14, 2020 9:59 PM

Just watched "Heartland" another (nth) time.
Loved it as much as the first time.
(Based on a true story, it's better than a documentary of the time & subject.)

Edward Laufer on October 14, 2020 3:54 PM

That'll Be The Day as said by say John Wayne in the movie The Searchers

Edward Laufer on October 14, 2020 9:01 PM

Besides the movie. The Searchers ( I think I spelled it right this time) arguably one of the greatest westerns ever made, having a connection with Holly,'s song That'll Be The Day, the name of the movie inspired the name or so it goes of the British rock group of the 60's The Searchers. 'That's all folks'

Edward Laufer on October 14, 2020 8:31 PM

Believe it or not or so the legend of that Buddy Holly song goes, I read that he and his drummer went to see the movie the Seachers and afterwards that phrase was the inspiration of their big hit That'll Be The Day as they liked the phrase.

Carl on October 14, 2020 7:15 PM

Edward, are you telling us that Buddy Holly plagiarized John Wayne?

Carl on October 14, 2020 1:37 PM

Sorry to learn of the death of American actress Conchata Ferrell. She was a native of Charleston, WV, attended WVU before attending and graduating from Marshall. Many of you might know her from the TV series, "Two and a Half Men" and "Hot Baltimore." [I did not.] I discovered her through the 1979 film "Heartland," an absolute favorite of mine.
If the idea of a simple, plain, beautifully filmed, acted and directed movie about the challenging and trying life on the plains in 1910 appeals to you, this movie is for you. [Warning: this is NO action-adventure film, no blockbuster production for the masses.] It is described as "a stark depiction of early homestead life in the American West." Conchata Ferrell and the late Rip Torn are tops.
[I own this movie and have watched it probably 6-7 times, inflicting it on house guests who have invariably enjoyed it greatly, or so they always said as they waited for me to hand them their dessert.]

Mike Murphy on October 13, 2020 7:08 PM

For those of you wanting unbiased news -try OAN One America News!
Keep the Faith
Mike

Ched on October 13, 2020 2:45 PM

how about : whach-a-ma-call-it or thinga-ma- jig
more later as I think of em

amy on October 13, 2020 1:04 PM

how about blowhard

Carl on October 13, 2020 2:07 PM

amy darlin', you sure ain't the first person I've heard that term from, but thanks for takin' the time all the same.

Carl on October 13, 2020 10:54 AM

Dear Classmates,
My wife, Joan, grew up in San Jose, CA and lived in the area until she finished college. Believe it or not, we have some differences in our vocabularies. [She talks kinda funny sometimes.] At the same time, I have developed a fondness for regional expressions – “colloquialisms,” I think they’re called. She is familiar with some of mine [e.g., “Well, don’t that beat all.” Probably from watching “The Beverly Hillbillies.”] but unacquainted with others [e.g., “meaner than a striped — pronounced STRIPE-ed — snake”].
So I come to you yet again asking for help. Please post here on our blog such “sayings” — single words or phrases — as you recall (or recollect). I’ll bet there’s a wealth of information among us, and I’d like to collect it. And I might include it as an “appendix” to “Reflections” if it seems a fitting addition. (After all, I will have compiled it by having you “reflect” on earlier experiences in your life.)
So I thank you sincerely for helping me out. You might say, “I’m beholdin’ to ya” or “Much obliged” or __________. Please don’t say to yourself, “Well goodness gracious, there goes Carl with another one o’ his silly notions,” or words to that effect.

Edward Laufer on October 12, 2020 6:32 PM

Carl, I have a couple of reflections in mind, but they may only have a very limited audience interest. Perhaps one of them may be of interest or may not, so I will work on them this month.

Carl on October 12, 2020 9:48 PM

Thanks Edward, and as an audience of one, I can assure you of great interest. I think that the appeal of the project will be in its variety of offerings. Our project strives simply to produce a collection of stories which, by their very nature, will appeal greatly to the targeted audience: PHS1960. If successful, we'll be remembering, sharing, and discovering notable elements in each others lives. And I think that's worthwhile.

Edward Laufer on October 12, 2020 1:46 PM

In short order, from Bob Gibson, Lou Brock, Whitey Ford and now Joe Morgan super baseball players all passing away.

Carl on October 12, 2020 4:09 PM

Edward my friend, we've reached that age where departures speed up, so let's count our blessings.
Me first: Edward, of the countless reasons that I'm thrilled to still have you amongst us, is that it means you still can send me your "reflections." With your great memory and anecdote-telling skill, I know that you're a true storehouse, a veritable treasure trove, a cornucopian cache of sharable info.
I'mmmmmmm waiting.

That goes for many others; you KNOW who you are. (:}

Mike Murphy on October 6, 2020 7:36 PM

Over the last few weeks, Aretta and I just finished watching 100+ episodes of Schitts Creek. It is very funny if you can get by the guys kissing. The Mother (Mira) is a hoot! I highly recommend it the epis only last 22 min. It won all kinds of awards and has a cult following.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Edward Laufer on October 12, 2020 1:40 PM

Another baseball great just passed away. One of the very best to play at 2nd base, Joe Morgan, a major part of that great "Big Red Machine".

Carl on October 7, 2020 12:07 PM

Mike, as we all know, aging brings with it many losses, but I'm especially saddened that a TV show seems to have extinguished your sense of romance.

Fred, that sad fate hasn't befallen you, has it? You still in love with Julie Andrews?

mike on October 6, 2020 8:14 PM

I exagerated it was 0nly 79 episodes!
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on October 4, 2020 7:55 PM

Carl and Tracy you told us late in the game of life to write our reflections which I did. There appears to be only a few of us who are still alive and have a sound mind. This project should have started at least twenty years earlier

Carl on October 4, 2020 9:28 PM

Fred, better late than never, they say.
Yes, it's sad that we've lost a number of classmates, but I'm hoping that those remaining will pitch in and provide plenty of reflections.
Now here's what I consider the good news: "a sound mind" is NOT required for "Reflections," which leaves me in the game (I think?). So that's no limitation. The product would even be enriched with the creative memories of any less sound minds amongst us.
So friends, please follow Fred's lead and compile your reflections. Do it for the class; do it for yourself; do it for the good of humanity; do it for Fred! Thanks.

Carl on October 2, 2020 10:53 AM

My fine, honorable & lovable classmates.
I direct your attention to the "BREAKING NEWS!" page --
click tab at RIGHT ---->
for information on the just-released Certificates of Appreciation
for 13 PHS60 classmates for contribution of time and effort
to support class activities and connections.

Ched on October 4, 2020 2:11 PM

This group of hardworking classmates certainly deserves our appreciation for all the've done !!!

Edward Laufer on October 4, 2020 11:45 AM

Carl, Two of the Cardinal greats, Lou Brock and Bob Gibson 2 of the greats in Cardinals history, passing away within a month of each other. Cheering, as Cardinal fans way back then for them and the Cardinals, when we were so much younger, so very very long ago ! A great era for the Cardinals.

Carl on October 4, 2020 5:53 PM

Ahhh yes, Edward, to be Cardinal fans during that time. I aligned with the team -- and Stan "The Man" Musial -- in 1948, arriving in Pctn. in '49 a staunch fan. You were my only friend (I believe) who was also a Cards fan. We endured the 1950s when they were average-to-mediocre. But then --- 1964!!! Our patience and loyalty were rewarded in grand fashion. I'm proud to have stuck by them these many years. Many lovely memories from the Brock/Gibson era, with Harry Caray at the mic, KMOX, St. Louis.
R.I.P. Lou Brock & Bob Gibson, two of the best ever.

Mike Murphy on October 2, 2020 7:00 PM

Congrats to all the Awardees!
Mike

whizzer on September 30, 2020 3:56 PM

Classmate Robert Elmore passed from this earth September 16th. May God care for his soul.

Carl on September 30, 2020 4:16 PM

(from The Roanoke Times)
Robert L. "Bucky" Elmore, 78, of Roanoke passed to his Heavenly home on the morning of Wednesday, September 16, 2020. Surviving are his loving wife of 56 years, Mabel W. Elmore; daughter, Angela (Mike) Collins; granddaughters, Megan (Jeff) Fisher, and Miranda Collins; sister, Sarah (Richard) Barnett; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bill (Linda) Williams; nieces, Heather Williams, Holly (Scott) Martin; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Alfred (Laura Ann) Williams; nieces, Tammy Williams and Janet Humphreys and their families; and many special and cherished friends.
Bucky was a man of strong faith, had a huge heart, and always loved to make someone laugh. He was blessed with a strong circle of friends, a family that he loved and cherished, and granddaughters that were the apple of his eye. He enjoyed talking about history, the wild west, and pretty much anything outdoors. He loved sharing adventure tales with his daughter and granddaughters along with instilling a strong belief in God to ensure they had a solid foundation. Bucky was a member of Clearbrook Baptist Church.
The family would like to offer a special thanks to the Staff at Good Samaritan Hospice for their excellent service and care. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to Riverland Road Baptist Church or Clearbrook Baptist Church.
Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Simpson Funeral Home 5160 Peters Creek Road. A graveside service was conducted 2:30 p.m. Saturday in Orchard Cemetery, Ballard, West Virginia. The family received friends at the Simpson Funeral Home prior to the service.

Tracy French on September 28, 2020 8:53 PM

Becky: I didn't get much response on the blog but I sure got a lot of response from people who read about it. I have had chinquapin pickers all over the place and some request to buy.

Too bad about the worms, must have been caused by slow delivery from postal service. Chinquapins will generally last 3 days before they get wormy. Anyway, the worms are a good source of protein.

Rebecca Novarro on September 27, 2020 6:36 PM

Tracy, I see there was no mention of your picture and article in the paper. I am sure you are busy picking burrs out of your hands! My Poppy used to bring them to me. Sent me a box to New Jersey which arrived full of little worms. Haven't cared if I had them since then. ha.

Mike Murphy on September 28, 2020 11:29 AM

We would cut up a Prince Albert can and attach a cloth bag to it to pick the prickly buggers and wear gloves if we had them.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on September 24, 2020 12:46 PM

Well shut my mouth!
(Your wishful thinking is understandable.)
Autumn seems to have slipped in a couple of days ago and not a single mention on the blog. I hope that means everyone was out enjoying it.
Well, you know Autumn is a season for reflecting, so what better time for those who have not sent me their "reflections" to do that and be done with it.
We (Tracy, Becky, Cookie & I) really need your help. We got off to a good start, but need to hear from more of you . . . and more still.
Details appear on the "Reflections" page: link above.
You'll make this tired, pathetic old codger mighty grateful by sharing a memory . . . or a host of memories.
Please don't make me beg. PLEASE. please!!!

Mike Murphy on September 22, 2020 1:30 PM

"It's fun to stay at the YMCA" That song has been playing in my head for days after watching Trumps "Political Protests". The only time I stayed in the YMCA was in Hong Kong in 1983. It was only $30 at that time and had a bath and wasn't too bad. Towels were like wax paper. and was located next to the Penesula Hotel which is world famous.
It's Fun to stay
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on September 21, 2020 5:35 PM

From now until the end of the month, I will be involved with the Jewish High Holy Days. Afterward, I will be involved again.

Fredrick Lucas on September 18, 2020 8:18 PM

Today Supreme Court Justice Ruth B. Ginsburg died. She was one of six justices who was not a white man.She was a respected jurist.Sadly she had cancer. She was 87 years old

Ched on September 21, 2020 12:15 PM

Wow!!! Thanks for sharing all those details about RBG

Fredrick Lucas on September 19, 2020 9:18 PM

Govenor Cuomo of New York has proposed building a statue in honor of Justice Ginsburg. It would be built in Brooklyn, her hometown.

Fredrick Lucas on September 17, 2020 5:26 PM

Yesterday, I went to the grocery store. It is called Meijers. When I got ready to leave, I discovered that my battery died, I called AAA . The store put my groceries in the cooler.The truck came and suggested that I buy a new battery which I did.

The staff was quite helpful.I got a call from a AAA representative asking whether I considered my experience a positive one. I told her that their battery technician did a good job.

Meijers is a small midwestern chain with 450 stores, The home office is in Grand Rapids Michigan.

Carl on September 17, 2020 10:08 PM

Fred, did they have a lot of codgers at Meijers or were you pretty much it? (:-}

Fredrick Lucas on September 18, 2020 6:46 AM

Carl, I should have said the battery technician suggested that I buy a new battery. The store personnel put my groceries in the cooler. Everytime I go to Meijers, I see a cross section of people each wearing a mask. That is required.There are people who .are older than me. There are also families with toddlers.

While I was there the pharmacist gave me a flu shot.

Edward Laufer on September 15, 2020 9:28 PM

I AGREE MIKE! A HISTORIC DAY!

Mike Murphy on September 15, 2020 7:55 PM

Today is an Historic day with the signing of the Agreement with Israel, UAE and Bahrain. 5 Other Arab nations are to follow. Dubai will become the new freeport of the world with Hong Kong being further supressed by China.
Salam Alikum and Salam and Peace to all.
Mike

Mike Murphy on September 15, 2020 7:57 PM

Sorry that should be Shalom

Fredrick Lucas on September 15, 2020 10:23 AM

This post is for football fans of Virginia Tech. The game with the University of Virginia this saturday has been postponed because 633 students tested positive for the covid virus.

Concerning the NFL , I learned that 60% of players are black while 100% of owners are white.

Edward Laufer on September 14, 2020 1:48 PM

FRED. To answer your question that I might have run in this or that, I found in early days particularly at Boy Scout camp that I was very fast to get to the dinner table and this trait seems to still have carried over to this day when I am at an 'all you can eat' buffet. Since both sides of my parents were from somewhere in Russia and I guess my father's father side was running from something and going through Germany said since we are running let's pick up a new name, Ummm! Laufer

Tracy FRench on September 14, 2020 11:44 AM

Chinquapins are now ripe for picking. If anyone wants to pick some and are in the area just stop by and help yourself. They will be gone by next week. I also have 1 Native Chestnut Tree that produces every year, if you have never tasted one, they are much smaller and somewhat "sweeter" than the Chinese Chestnut and they should be ready some time next week.

Edward Laufer on September 13, 2020 8:26 PM

I definitely had that feeling Carl that it might have come from some Shakespeare notes that you uncovered that had been rewritten some time ago.

Edward Laufer on September 13, 2020 7:13 PM

Hmmm! From - As You Like It

Carl on September 13, 2020 7:23 PM

Actually Edward, my quote is from one of the Bard's lesser known plays, "As You Like It or Lump It," co-written, I believe, with the world's 2000 year-old man, Mel Brooks (then only about 1600 years old).

Edward Laufer on September 13, 2020 1:30 PM

Whereaa the length of the marathon still varied until 1921, the official length became the one from 1908 that was used in the Olympics in England where the King and Queen of England and family could be seated right at the finish line.

Edward Laufer on September 13, 2020 1:13 PM

Carl, After reading your sharp comments on the 25 mile marathon and after I stopped laughing,indeed your wit should put you among our bloggers on Olmpus! I ask how does he do it!! As an aside from watching too much on the History Channel, the first few modern Olympics the marathon was 25 miles, but was lenghted in the early 1900''s so the King and Queen of England could view it at the end from where they were sitting and marathons remained the new length since then.

Carl on September 13, 2020 4:40 PM

Edward, any wit that I have I owe to William Shakespeare. Early on I took to heart his observation that "all the world is a stage, and all the players deliver straight lines."

Fredrick Lucas on September 12, 2020 9:34 PM

Ohio Governor Mike Dewine participated in cross country running as an undergraduate.

Carl on September 12, 2020 10:26 PM

Fred, my source for the following is Runner's World. I trust that meets your standards:
"In 490 B.C.E., after the Athenian army defeated a bunch of Persian invaders at the coastal town of Marathon, a Greek messenger named Pheidippides dashed off to Athens, 25 miles away, dramatically announced his side's victory, and collapsed and died"
As this shows, cross country running can kill you too.

Fredrick Lucas on September 14, 2020 11:04 AM

Carl each spring there is a marathon run in Cincinnati. It is called the Flying Pig Marathon. Although Ed Laufer's last name means runner in German, I haven't seen him run. In high school I asked myself will he do the 100 meter dash or the 440 relays. When he moved to New York, I wondered whether he will run in the marathon there.

I learned that my first name Fred means peace in Norweigan.

Carl on September 14, 2020 11:16 AM

Fred, do you know that in Swedish, Greta Thunberg means "great thunder, little drizzle"? (:-}

Carl on September 14, 2020 11:55 AM

Fred, the reason I'd bet that you knew that is that former (Swedish) world heavyweight boxing champ Ingemar Johansson referred to his strong right hand as "big toonder" [aka greta thunberg] and demonstrated its power by knocking down the reigning champ Floyd Patterson 7 times -- count 'em -- 7 times in the 3rd round of their 1959 title fight. . . . "Toonder" indeed.

Fredrick Lucas on September 11, 2020 6:38 PM

Owen Thomas was a football player for the University of Pennsylvania.He took repeated hits to the head and in time began failing his classes. Eventually he killed himself. His parents donated his brain to the Boston University Medical School.Dr. Ann McKee who directed the brain study concluded that this young man suffered from CTE. I can't support football

ched on September 12, 2020 4:56 PM

Yes football has its hazards but so does many other activities such as driving, careers as police, firemen and military.
Football as does many other sports develops character. comittment and personal respomsibility among othe things.
Football is clearly recocognized as the most popular sport in America. Rule changes and improved equipment have reduced the hazard.

Fredrick Lucas on September 12, 2020 7:59 PM

Ched football is a contact sport and has brought serious injuries to those who have played the game at the professional and collegiate level.My neighbor played football for two years at Ohio State.He had to quit. His knees were in bad shape. A friend who came to Cincinnati from Logan WV said that his son played two years in the NFL but had to stop because his knees were in bad shape.

You never cite sources. You only give your opinion. Perhaps that's the way its done in rurtal Tennessee.Incidentally Dr.Omalu who developped CTE said that he would forbid his son from playing the game

Carl on September 11, 2020 11:10 PM

Fred, I sometimes feel like reading our blog inflicts "repeated hits to [my] head." Even so, I will keep reading it. I also plan to continue watching football. Please don't report me to Dr. Ann McKee.

Mike Murphy on September 11, 2020 6:34 PM

I enjoy having football back although it is diminished by the hate America Democrat Social Justice Pantywaist Socialists. Pardon the redundancy?
Go Mountaineers and Thundering Heard!
Back the Blue Line
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on September 12, 2020 9:44 PM

What do you mean by social justice pantywaist, Did you learn the term in elementary school? What do you mean back the blue line? I like the Greyhound Lines. They provide comfortable bus service. Did you learn the term blue lines from elementary school where you had to stand in various lines?

Mike Murphy on September 11, 2020 6:35 PM

ie Herd

Fredrick Lucas on September 11, 2020 5:20 PM

I don't support football because one hundred ten NFL players donated their brains after death to the Boston University School of Medicine. Ninety nine percent had CTE.

Tracy French on September 10, 2020 9:10 PM

I have not watched a single play from the NFL since the knee bending started. I turn my head if a replay is shown on the news or some other program I am watching. I don't intend to ever watch another NFL play. I also will not watch any NBA.

austin frushour on September 10, 2020 5:42 PM

Make sure you stand for the black national anthem before every NFL game this year. As for me, I won't stand and I won't watch.

Carl on September 10, 2020 10:08 PM

Well fellas, I watched -- the first half -- and am I ever glad I did. Really well played football. Sharp offenses; two talented teams; very few penalties -- way fewer than most opening games with full practice & pre-season games to prepare.
What a welcome return of America's favorite sport at its highest level. Two great young QBs and a host of talent on both teams.
I had no trouble ignoring the political/cultural self-congratulatory, virtue-signaling distractions, then turned my attention to the kickoff. Looking forward to the full season, despite my loyalties being to "The Washington Football Team." Go Nothings!!!

Carl on September 10, 2020 11:49 AM

NFL Football
Tonight

Ched on September 10, 2020 4:44 PM

I love football but NFL is Not for me !!!!

WILLIAM DILLON on September 10, 2020 4:37 PM

Understand that player's may protest by staying in the locker room during the playing of the national Anthem. Some cannot even spell NFL and are multi-millionaires. Why don't they put more money back into the community rather than buying houses for Mommy, cars, and 24 neck adorements?
I am sick of ballplayers, movie stars, musicians and other "Pundits" and their views. More Blacks kill Blacks than any other Black/White/Police combinations.
I do not watch NBA games any longer and will boycott Nike forever after their acknowledgement of that Arse Hole..
I may only watch the Colts and Bucs with Brady this fall after we move, but my patience is being sorely tested.

Carl on September 11, 2020 11:31 AM

Millionaire athletes who can't spell NFL.
Tom, is this a fabulous country or what?

ched on September 10, 2020 4:49 PM

Mega Dittos Tom except I will watch none of them... not even the home team ( Titans). The commisioners stace did it for me. If the players want to make a difference, they should use their influence and money to help inner city youth. Hershal Walker is a wonderful example of a fine (former ) NFL star !!

Fredrick Lucas on September 10, 2020 4:31 PM

Pantywaist means feeble minded or effiminate. Plummer is the correct spelling.I am not a football fan. The other day I was speaking to a retired pharmacist who agrees with me that football is a dangerous game. The woman from the WVU Foundation whose husband is a neurosurgeon said that he discourages all boys from playing the sport.

Fredrick Lucas on September 10, 2020 9:57 AM

One of my favorite movies is The Sound of Music with Julie Andrews and Christopher Plumber.

Mike Murphy on September 9, 2020 7:21 PM

I watched the Marshall vs Eastern Kentucky game if you can call it that. Marshall crushed them 59 to 0. Marshall quarter back was great, very accurate and could run. WVU is slated to Play EKU this Saturday. I expect it to be a blow out also. I was proud of Marshall in that they did not go political unlike EKU that had say their names and enough is enough on the staffs black shirts. Of course ESPN was saying flattering things about their social justice and touting their players until they were down about 30 points?

Hopefully WVU will show up to play football instead of pantywaist social justice pandering.
Support the Blue Line
Mike

Carl on September 9, 2020 7:36 PM

Mike, what a catchy expression: "pantywaist social justice pandering." I've not heard that before. Did you just invent it?

Mike Murphy on September 9, 2020 8:15 PM

I did just invent it and I just received a wounderful e card for my birthday. It is great that someone cares that much.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on September 8, 2020 5:04 PM

I mentioned that Doris Day played opposite Rocdk Hudson in the movie Pillow talk. Rock died from AIDS at age 59. There was no treatment at the time

Edward Laufer on September 7, 2020 1:25 PM

I now remember his name and yes a person of high principles. You did not say whether you ever got that soft bound booklet at the beginning of each season the forward by August 'Gussie'Busch.I may have mentioned the following, my apologies but Jack Honaker had a board game where he was the Braves and I was the Cardinals. His wife told me that Jack always remained a Braves fan, even when they moved to Atlanta

Carl on September 7, 2020 2:21 PM

Edward, I must not have gotten the booklet. I have no recollection of having gotten one, and don't think that I would have forgotten -- unlike countless other things that I HAVE forgotten.

Edward Laufer on September 7, 2020 12:06 PM

Carl, As a follow up I believe the Cardinal manager was about to be fired after the season ended and after the Cardinals win he got a contract to manage the Yankees. Do you remember Carl that you could write to the Cardinals organization before the season started and they would send you a free 40 page magazine with pictures and stats of all the players and comments about the upcoming season. Always optimistic!

Carl on September 7, 2020 12:26 PM

Edward, you're referring to Johnny Keane. Rumors were rampant in early Sept. that Keene would be fired at season's end. Once his team upset the mighty Yankees, the Cards called a press conference to sign Keane to a new contract. Instead, he submitted his resignation. He was quoted as saying something like, "I'm the same manager that I was in August. If you didn't want me then, I don't want to be here." That he ended up becoming the Yankees manager was a big surprise and ultimate irony. I always admired his principled stand.

Edward Laufer on September 7, 2020 11:52 AM

Carl, I was a long time Cardinal fan with no real feeling for the Yankees at that time. They beat the mighty Yankees and I was so happy That last 10 days Both the Reds and Phillys could not win and the Cardinals could not lose and suddenly the Cardinals were National Champions.

Edward Laufer on September 6, 2020 10:31 PM

Carl, I just saw the sad passing of Lou Brock, one of the most exciting players or perhaps the most exciting player to ever wear a Cardinal uniform. When he got on base you knew something might start happening. A great baseball player!

Carl on September 7, 2020 10:11 AM

Edward, as a lifelong Cardinals fan, I mourn the passing of Lou Brock. As you know, he came to St. Louis in 1964, when you were still a faithful Cardinals fan yourself. The Cardinals being rather woeful during our lives 'til '64, they caught fire at season's end as the Phillies suffered their famous collapse. The Cards won the NL Championship to face the heavily favored (and dastardly) Yankees in the World Series, and won the Series 4-3 behind a heroic performance by Bob Gibson. Best sports experience of my life. [No offense intended, my friend, by my Yankees characterization.]

Fredrick Lucas on September 6, 2020 8:25 PM

In 1959 Doris Day was in a movie Pillow Talk with Rock Hudson. The opening song was Pillow Talk which she sang.

Fredrick Lucas on September 6, 2020 8:09 PM

Doris Day a Cincinnati gal was in the movie The Man who knew too much presented by Alfred Hitchcock. She sang the song Que sera sera. What will be will be.

She died recently at age 97.

Edward Laufer on September 6, 2020 1:18 PM

Carl, I see at the top of your top 10 list you have Shane. I think it is also well up there with top 1 2 3 Westerns I can watch it over and over again.Never tire of watching it as I do watching the great John Ford directed western The Searchers Over the years after watching it over and over again I feel like I am with John Wayne and Jeffrey Hunter looking for Natalie Wood and it has grown into my favorite. A good friend of mine some years ago gave a 40 page soft bound book with all of the nuances, not always seen on why this movie had a lot going on .

Edward Laufer on September 6, 2020 12:44 PM

Perhaps for a moment to get away from current events, just for a moment to back to the times we were growing up or a bit later or much latter, to hear what were our classmates favor westerns. Carl, I bet as a movie buff, you would have such a list in mind . I had not thought as much of that theme music until you segwaved into it and how it added to the film Shane

Carl on September 6, 2020 3:47 PM

Edward, while not in my Top 10 Westerns, one that I'm very fond of is "Barbarosa" starring Willie Nelson and the recently mentioned Oscar nominee Gary Busey. It's an entertaining little picture with good chemistry between those handsome devils.

Edward Laufer on September 6, 2020 12:37 PM

A super relection Carl. That ending can really leave a lump in one's throat. That same theme music can covey so much, from the homesettlers going to put out the fire at one of their homes in the distance or seen in the background with those sweeping vistas, the cinematography was teriffic, to pulling out that stump, well done, and how that theme conveys something else at the end.

whizzer on September 6, 2020 11:49 AM

Trudy Erwin sang my frnny valentine in Pal Joey, not Kim Novak

Carl on September 6, 2020 1:42 PM

Whizzer, IF that's really who you are -- we have conflicting info here. Some websites ID Trudy Erwin and others Trudy Stevens as who dubbed for Kim Novak. I lean toward Trudy Stevens for 3 reasons: 1) Trudy Stevens is credited by IMDb, the leading authority on American movie data, 2) I find other credits for Trudy Stevens for film dubbing but none for Trudy Erwin, and 3) I clearly recall that Trudy Stevens sounded a good deal like Julie London whereas Trudy Erwin had a voice with an uncanny resemblance to Jimmy Durante.

Edward Laufer on September 6, 2020 11:10 AM

Carl, Cannot help thnking of that sad but haunting ending of Shane with that theme playing again perfectly,as little Brandon De Wilde is calling to Shane to come back as he is needed and you see Shane going riding up into the hills his left limp arm dangling on his side where he has been shot. Throughout the film, the theme music could be both uplifting and then melancholy. A classic western!

Carl on September 6, 2020 11:27 AM

Edward, your comment elicits a response from me. At about age 14, I saw "Shane" with a couple of my best Princeton friends at the time. I was captured perhaps more fully than ever before by a movie. By the time I'm watching Shane ride away I was nearly blubbering, embarrassed beyond measure that Raymond & Jim Fariss might notice.
BTW: the title of the song is "The Call of the Faraway Hills."
Cut to 65+ years later: It remains my favorite western movie. I've owned copies -- videotape and DVD -- for probably 40 years, watched it too many times to keep track of, and have gotten choked up every time, including earlier this year, when Shane tells Joey that he (Shane) must leave the valley.
[Have I just published another reflection?]

Fredrick Lucas on September 5, 2020 10:47 PM

Kim Novak did a nice job singing My Funny Valentine. She was a fine actress. I always enjoyed her work .

Carl on September 6, 2020 11:14 AM

Fred, thanks for your post. Since I didn't know that Kim Novak had any connection to the song, and since I regard it as one one the purest love-song lyrics ever, I just had to do some research.
The lyricist was Lorenz Hart (of Rodgers and Hart) and was used in the film "Pal Joey" [1957] -- which I have never seen -- with Kim Novak's character singing it. Well, sorta; I discovered that it isn't Kim doing the singing, but someone named Trudy Stevens. [Forgive me if I've burst a bubble.] Anyway, I've never heard a rendition of "Valentine" that I didn't like. Thanks again.

Edward Laufer on September 5, 2020 7:10 PM

The song True Love Ways can,be heard in the 1978 movie The Buddy Holly Story. Gary Busey played Buddy Holly and was nominated for the Academy Award for best actor in a 1978 film If I am not mistaken Busey did most or all of the singing in the film channeling Buddy Holly very well.

Mike Murphy on September 5, 2020 4:59 PM

Speaking of Movies - When we were 7 -9 Billy King (RIP) Jimmy Kasalay and I would gather scrap metal to sell to a guy that would come to the street car barn at Glenwood (right next to our houses) in fact Jimmy's family lived in an old street car that had been converted to a house. If you had 15 cents you could ride the bus to Princeton and back and if you got there before 10 AM on Saturday you could get into the Royal theatre for 5 cents and stay all day.
Also this threesome was swimming at the swimming hole at Glenwood Park and skating on the mud banks thru a mud hole and aroused a big Mud Turtle, We carried it back to Kasalays and his bad killed and cleaned it and his mother cooked it. We thought it was great and it did taste like chicken. It was hard to kill. It bit on a stick and he pulled its head out and chopped it off with a hatchet. Like most reptiles its muscles reflexed for many minutes after death. Kasalays moved away when I was about 10 and have not heard about them since.
Sorry Carl these are too early for Princeton Reflections.
Poor as Church mice but didn,t know we had it so good.
Makes you appreciate the USA unlike BLM and Antifa!
Back the Blue Line
Mike

Carl on September 5, 2020 9:45 PM

Whoa Mike. No memories from our Princeton-area lives are too early for Reflections. While PHS60 is the unifying link, the goal is to collect memories, etc. related to our time there, no matter when they occurred. The key is Princeton, not PHS in the 50s-60s. Sorry for any confusion caused by my not pointing this out sooner. [Now get back to work on your Reflections and send me a whole passel.]

Ched on September 5, 2020 8:41 PM

Mike, I think the Mallorys lived in Glenwood. I think the kids were Eddie and Margie Jo. Eddie was older the us and Marjgie Jo was a year younger than our class I believe. Did you know them ? Wonder where they are today?

Mike Murphy on September 6, 2020 6:58 PM

Yes Ched I knew the Mallorys very well. Emma Mallory was my 4H leader and her Husband Connie who owned Wholesale paint and supply sponsored our little league several years. Eddie was a great guy and he and Pat Kelly who were both one year older were good friends.
They were a great family last I heard Eddie was an Engineer in Covington Va but that was many eons ago.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Pete Stephenson on September 5, 2020 1:40 PM

While movie music is on our minds.have any of you ever heard the theme from the movie Sundowners?Robert Mitchem starred in the movie set in Australia sheep country.The music was from Vardi and the medalion strings.I like violin music most of all.My favorite song of all times is True Love ways by Buddy Holly.Faith,Hope and love.

Carl on September 5, 2020 4:53 PM

Nice song [The Sundowners theme], Pete, but my favorite from the Robert Mitchell movie songbook is "Thunder Road," (1957) co-written and performed by the same Robert Mitchum (". . . about the mountain boy who ran illegal alcohol").

Ched on September 5, 2020 3:02 PM

True Love Ways by Buddy Holly is a great piece.

Fredrick Lucas on September 4, 2020 6:06 PM

Last evening, I was watching portions of the movie Picnic with William Holden and Kim Novack. There is a scene where they are dancing to beautiful easy listening music. It was the theme to Picnic. They had beautiful and easy moves.

At our next reunion, I hope that we can dance to the theme from Picnic.Perhaps we can have a picnic lunch.

Carl on September 4, 2020 10:17 PM

Fred, that's not only one of my favorite movie themes, it's one of my favorite recordings. It's title is "Mooonglow - Theme from Picnic" and was by Morris Stoloff and His Orchestra.
1955: the year that I fell in love with Kim Novak. Saw the film at either the Royal or the Mercer Theater, Princeton, WV. (What a reflection.)

Fred, another movion picture theme that touches my heart is "Theme from Shane" by Paul Weston & His Orchestra. Give it a listen on YouTube.

Fredrick Lucas on September 4, 2020 6:40 PM

The title of the song from Picnic is Moonglow

Fredrick Lucas on September 3, 2020 1:07 PM

I mentioned that all students at Miami University would be tested for the carona virus. So far 704 students have tested positive.

Tracy French on September 3, 2020 10:53 AM

Carl: Having owned "pick-ups'' since 1972 I have on occassion "droppe off" one at the dealership for repairs and/or to "pick up" a new one. Also I have found that lots of people do not own "pick-ups" and they will occassionally ask someone who has one if they can borrow it and when it gets "dropped off" there will sometimes be some new unexplained scratches and/or dents on it when it is returned.

Pete stephenson on September 2, 2020 9:33 PM

Carl,I spent most of my life in and around all makes of trucks.From P/Ups to the large doubles.I have to admit that I never heard of "Drop Off"trucks.Although I made a lot of drop offs all over the US.Hope that helps.Faith.Hope and love to all.

Carl on September 2, 2020 9:49 PM

Thanks Pete. Stick with me buddy for any number of such things that you've not heard of before. [Don't mean to brag.]

Carl on September 2, 2020 7:26 PM

Speaking as I was of cars got me to thinking.
Help me out here, please.
All my life I've heard of and been aware of "pickup trucks," even owned one once. Now I wonder why have I never heard of "dropoff trucks"? After all, if one is to use a truck to "pickup," doesn't that imply that he will also "dropoff"? It seems to me that "B" must follow "A," otherwise the truck would reach its capacity limitation, preventing it from further picking up anything, thereby rendering it something other than a "pickup" truck. And yet that doesn't seem to happen.
What explains this? Is it just a lazy labelling practice, a linguistic laxness? Help me with this, please. It's troubling to my inquiring mind.
Once again, I'd like to hear Geno's take on this. I'd bet much of the ranch that he could add some degree of clarity.
Others are welcome to comment too. Fred?

Fredrick Lucas on September 2, 2020 11:23 AM

Carl, my gym is across the street from the University of Mount Joseph. All students are taking classes at home. If they have laboratory classes they go to the university. Their athletes play in division 3. All sports within the conference will be played in the spring.The Big Ten and Mid American Conference cancelled football. All students at Miami Univrsity will be tested for the virus.

Fredrick Lucas on September 2, 2020 11:14 AM

Carl, Joe Morgan owns an auto dealership and Johnny Bench is promoting Blue Emu

Carl on September 2, 2020 11:45 AM

Fred, since Joe is a Morgan, shouldn't he be selling horses instead of cars?

Fredrick Lucas on September 3, 2020 5:07 AM

Carl, Joe Morgan sells Honda automobiles

Carl on September 3, 2020 9:24 AM

Fred, John Wayne was "Hondo" in the film of the same name. When he appears, he's walking and carrying saddle bags and rifle, and in need of a horse (possibly a Morgan). Too bad that Joe wasn't there to sell him a new one.

Mike Murphy on September 1, 2020 7:34 PM

Everone needs to get back to school and resume all sports. In hindsight we would have been better off now if we hadn't closed down schools to begin with. By now we would have herd immunity and could concentrate on the old folds with comprimizing conditions. I appears from the news that Monroe County has had a big outbreak?

Carl - I have missed your poems?

Support the Blue Line
Mike

Carl on September 1, 2020 10:02 PM

Mike, I'm working on a poem for Reflections.
I hope to position it near one of your reflections, so keep plugging away. I'm counting on you.

Fred, you too.

And I sure hope to hear from Geno. I always enjoy what he has to say, and how he says it.

Carl on September 1, 2020 12:53 PM

Fred, last evening I watched TV coverage of the baseball game at Cincinnati's Great American Ball Park. Cincinnati seems to have a very pretty sky line. You're fortunate.
The broadcasters made many references to the big red machine which I didn't understand. Is that a large piece of farm equipment. Perhaps an International Harvester brand? Is it a sculpture or some other type of tourist attraction?

Fredrick Lucas on September 1, 2020 6:53 PM

The lineup also included Dave Conception, Joe Morgan, and Tony Perez. The record was 108 wins and 54 losses.Could we say that George Foster was a foster child?

Carl on September 1, 2020 7:05 PM

Fred, say that if you wish. Remember, almost anything is allowed on the blog. But please, please don't say things like "there's a reason that Johnny was never benched," or "Pete became a rose that didn't smell as sweet" or "Dave was an immaculate Conception."
And don't even consider "The International combine harvester, in its powerful, awesome glory, is a grim reaper."

Fredrick Lucas on September 1, 2020 6:43 PM

The Big Red Machine was coined after the Reds won the World Series in 1975 and 1976. The team had confidence with Pete Rose, Johnny Bench and George Foster to name a few.Sparkie Anderson was the manager.

The Reds won the World Series again in 1990.

Carl on August 31, 2020 1:19 PM

Behold September Eve
Ahh, cooler temps suggest Fall's approach.
What a splendid season. And since we've now been subjected to 6 months of social restraint, that means two seasons have limited us. For me, that time had me "looking back," to find many [yep, you guessed it] "Reflections."
So I'm writing to ask for your help. Please provide fodder for our class memoir.  PLEASE!!! We need more material.  What I've received has produced a very nice skeleton, but it, like most skeletons, needs fleshed out. I am at your mercy. "I need you, I want you, I, I, I love you." (Who sang it?) Please don't let me down.
  Remember, details are on the "Reflections" tab on this website.

Fredrick Lucas on August 30, 2020 7:18 PM

I would like to wish the classmates a very happy birthday. May you receive good wishes from family and friends.May you have good health and wealth.May you remember those less fortunate. Please vote in November.

Carl on August 30, 2020 11:41 AM

Well looka here, why don't you?
August is departing tomorrow and my calendar suggests that September will follow, and my records indicate the following birthdays approaching:
Michael Malone Murphy - Sept. 9
Sam Goodall - September 28
Carl Thomason - September 28
[Note that Mike Murphy is older than Carl]
Linda Phlegar Mills - Sept. 30
Let's wish them happy ones.

Mike Murphy on August 30, 2020 6:46 PM

Yeah Carl, but Murphy is preetier?

Notice how the Dems are now blaming Trump for the violence in the cities.

Back the Blue Line
Mike

Carl on August 31, 2020 10:13 AM

Well heck Mike, "prettier" goes without saying . . . and maybe should have. (:-}

Fredrick Lucas on August 29, 2020 6:32 PM

PTSD can be a good example of diminished capacity.

Carl on August 29, 2020 6:40 PM

Fred, I believe that some consider my blog comments a good example of diminished capacity . . . and who could blame them?

Mike Murphy on August 29, 2020 3:59 PM

Many of the deaths that are being protested & rioted over are the results of drugs. One of the main contributers to resistance to arrest is PCP an animal tranqualizer. Carl you will probably recall the problems we had at Job Corps Centers controlling young men who took PCP. They exibited enomorous strength and lacked reason and in many cases it took several men to subdue them and get them into tie cuffs.

It amazes me that Dems rationalize that America is to blame and not the criminals who are resisting arrest. People need to read what BLM represents before blindly bowing to Facisist/Socialist doctoran espoused my BLM and the Democrat Party.

Pete - My nephew Sam said there was a Covid outbreak at the Court House in Princeton?

Keep the Faith
Mike

ched on August 29, 2020 3:42 PM

I do not believe durg or overdose excuses criminal behavior. Just sayin'

Fredrick Lucas on August 29, 2020 3:19 PM

Sometimes when a person exibits diminished capacity such as an illegal drug overdose, excessive use of alcoholic drinks, mental illness ect.It is not possible to exercise rational judgement. Their behavior might result in an assault on a police officer.Also if someone has a developmental disability it might be impossible to have rationally. Our neighbor Pacie had the body of a man but the intellect of a toddler for example. One evening he was angry with boys who were sleeping in a tent. He picked up a large rock and almost hurt them.

According to the man who wrote the Virginia law, the courts will determine the seriousness of an assault on a police officer.Ched in the case of G. Floyed, the officer refused to allow him to get air. His knee was on Floyds neck. The officer was fired and faces murder charges

ched on August 29, 2020 1:26 PM

There is no good to come from disobeying the dictates of a police officer. It is entirely possible that these several police officers may have used excessive force. But in the cases of G Foyd and ths latesone involving Mr Blake they resisted arrest and engaged the officers in a physical struggle. Advice is to obey the officer. Failure to do so, is going to lead to serious consquences . Law and order is a primary responsibility of government.

Mike Murphy on August 28, 2020 7:28 PM

Support the Blue Line
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on August 29, 2020 12:11 PM

The Virginia Senate Bill which passed is 5032. The Senator that raised the question said that 70% of the reported assaults of police officers involved no bodily harm to the officer.

Fredrick Lucas on August 29, 2020 11:51 AM

Carl, I cannot provide you with an answer to your question. I quoted Denise Lavois. Ched did not take the discussion beyond his idea that an assault on any police officer would be a misdemeanor w hich Ms. LaVois said is incorrect. Ched could use a fact check.

Fredrick Lucas on August 28, 2020 6:31 PM

According to an article written by Denise Lavoie of the Associated Press, " The legislation does not minimize the crime of assaulting a police officer but makes a distinction between serious and minor assaults. The misdemeanor occurs if there is no bodily injury or if someone's culpability is slight due to diminished capacity or developmental disorder."

Carl on August 28, 2020 9:55 PM

Fred, I'm a bit confused. [Again] From what you describe, I could grab my large-clip rifle, fire off 30 rounds toward an officer, but failing to hit him, thus "no bodily injury," I could not be charged with felony assault. Do I have that right?

Fredrick Lucas on August 29, 2020 7:45 AM

Carl, you need to ask ched where he got his material.I am not offering an explaination. You're a Virginian get a copy of the Senate bill.

Carl on August 29, 2020 11:12 AM

Fred, I don't mean to nitpick. This subject is far too important for that. But it seems to me that "offering an explanation" is exactly what you did that sparked my question. You cite an AP writer for offering the explanation that "[the] misdemeanor occurs if there is no bodily injury or if someone's culpability is slight due to diminished capacity or developmental disorder."
You inject a provocative statement, then advise me to check with Ched or get a copy of the legislation for an answer. That's deflective and dismissive. But never mind. I'm losing interest.

ched on August 28, 2020 3:53 PM

I just learned that the Virginia senate has passed a law making asault on a police officer a misdemeanor. This is NUTS. shame on them. In Tennessee it is a class 3 Felony.
These Democrat mayors allowing rioting and looting is horrible. Honest hard working middle class citizens are watching their businesses and their livelihood go up in flames whille the mayors stand by.. Now I fully support peacefull protests and assembly but this sttuff is CRAZY.

Mike Murphy on August 28, 2020 4:28 PM

Ched - You are absolutly correct in being outraged. If you will recall their democrat (black Faced) governor who is a MD stated that they would first make the newborn comfortable and then decide whether to abort completly. Also perpetrated the lie about Trump siding with white supremacists at Charoletsville. Non Biden has them coming out of the fields with tourches in the same lie, which was caused by the Charoletsville police & mayor allowing the two protesting groups to be at the same location and not controling the protests. I said some time back the Dems would not be happy till they had an all out race war to get their people in power, now they are well on their way.
Back the Blue Line
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on August 24, 2020 10:16 AM

Carl, when I wrote about the three men in my gym who lived past aged 90, I did not imply that clean living would enable everyone to live past 90. One of my Cincinnati friends, Judy Krueger died August 13 from cancer. She was 77 and worked out at the gym for 16 years. She visited 50 states and 60 foreign countries.She was a retired elementary teacher.

Carl on August 24, 2020 12:21 PM

Fred, I knew you weren't implying that. I was just trying to hold up my end of the conversation by expanding it a bit.
Now I don't want you to wait to age 90 to prepare me some "reflections." I know you must have a gazillion. If you'd like, draft one and send it to me for feedback. I'm happy to help.

Carl on August 23, 2020 10:58 AM

There's been a bit of a lull in Blog commenting in recent days and I think I know why:
** Folks are working on their Reflections! **
Oh, my heart soars like the eagle.
With 1) our reunion being moved to next year and 2) a number of classmates indicating the need for more "reflecting" time, I'm pleased to advise you that more time is now available. But please don't push this aside for too long.
Here's a hint -- helpful I hope:
  â?» start by recalling important instances in your life;
hopefully connected to your "Princeton life";
  â?» focus on why one of them is meaningful to you;
  â?» write whatever comes to mind to describe it;
  â?» set it aside for a day or two;
  â?» re-read it and a) edit it if you wish [or not]  then
  â?» repeat the process for more Reflections.
Remember, your Reflections are yours alone, therefore they need to be meaningful ONLY to you, but I'll betcha that they'll be meaningful to others who read them. I know they are to me as I get them. Thanks.

ched on August 20, 2020 9:23 PM

I also use a CPAP. for several years. I went to the sleep Dr and had a sleep test for snoring. The test revealed sleep apnea. My primary care Dr says the CPAP is also a great boodt to heart health and can reduce the lproability of pulmanary hypertension. Als much more rested now !!

Edward Laufer on August 20, 2020 8:39 PM

Ditto Carl, I have told her many many times she is a keeper!

Carl on August 21, 2020 9:48 AM

Edward, in the interest of full disclosure, I'm certain that you're a keeper too.

Edward Laufer on August 20, 2020 7:01 PM

Will second what Tom said about the Cpap machine. Have had a Cpap machine for 5 years and have slept much much better since I got it, as well as my wife Sandy.

Carl on August 20, 2020 7:24 PM

Edward, I think Sandy's a keeper. I'd hang on to her if I were you.

Tom Dillon on August 20, 2020 5:02 PM

Carl had asked earlier. We have had to postpone our moving to Florida until sometime in October for many reasons. Primarily, I had to get a Cpap machine for sleep apnea and Medicare requires a follow-up visit to the prescribing physcian at least 31 days after 1st usage. Didn't know I had a problem until I started to snore having to sleep on my back due to a sore shoulder. A sleep study at home suggested a moderate to severe problem. I would highly recommend a Cpap machine to any and all. It has made a significant difference in my level of well being, is quite, and very easy to use (does not disturb sleep buddy).
We have also been watching the # of new cases of the virus in Sarasota county compared to our current county, and the latter runs significantly higher, We don't have to move at any given time, so why jump out of the frying pan into the fire? The delay also gives more time for the painstaking slow process of downsizing and packing.
And hurricane season is still in effect. Our condo in Florida is not near the water, but if a storm hit the area and evacuation was ordered -- I am tired of driving!

Carl on August 20, 2020 6:54 PM

Tom, it sounds like good judgment is plentiful as you manage life's complications. Good luck as you progress toward your permanent relocation.
BTW: Since you're a bit stalled, don't neglect your "Reflections." Your must have many. 'twouldn't look quite right if the Class President wasn't among the "reflectors."

Fredrick Lucas on August 19, 2020 8:44 PM

Mike from time to time our classmates will die. I have observed men in my gym who are in their 90's and exercise on a regular basis also are careful with their diet. I have also observed that those who smoke and drink alcohol to excess and are couch potatoes die at an age less than 75.

Jack Honaker and Gary Shumaker were heavy smokers. They are dead.

Ever wonder why Mercer Street lost so many independent businesses? The Mercer Mall opened.

Mike Murphy on August 20, 2020 1:55 PM

Fred- I don't understand how you can take any comment especially about our treasured classmates as being negative. I suspect that Jack and Gary's relatives would not appreciate your desparaging their life style lead to their death. Please in the future keep your hollier than though comments to yourself when it concerns me.
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on August 20, 2020 8:05 PM

Mike I won't try to contact you. You are too tribal being a member of the far right.

Carl on August 20, 2020 9:02 PM

Mike, pardon my near primeval crudeness, but it's your primitive nature that I most like about you.

Fredrick Lucas on August 20, 2020 8:16 PM

Mike, I had a discussion with Gary Shumaker's sister who was the only survivor of her family.She thought that The family members were too addicted to smoking cigarettes. Jack Honaker's wife was also concerned about his addiction to cigarettes.

Fredrick Lucas on August 20, 2020 8:53 PM

Mike I stated a fact about Gary Shumaker and Jack Honaker. Please use spell check. Though is incorrect desparaging is also incorrect.

Carl on August 20, 2020 9:47 AM

Fred, I whole-hearted agree with you views re the efficacy of clean living, moderation, self-discipline and good judgment. And yet, the truth of such a "general rule" has countless exceptions, of which I am one. [Don't mean to brag.] There are also millions who practiced the rule and died -- not accidentally or in combat -- at an early age. And given the age of PHS60 Blog readers, your message may be a bit late.
Now to a happier topic. Fred, I haven't received your Reflections and I know that must have scads (or oodles). Please get them to me at your earliest convenience as I'm quite confident that our classmates will much enjoy reading them. Thanks.

Fredrick Lucas on August 20, 2020 11:28 AM

Carl if we should live to be 90, we can recount what we have done to get there. One of the men who made it retired from Procter and Gamble.Not only does he workout in the gym he participates in .senior olympics. Another is 97. He is a World War 2 vet who goes to another gym and works out. Still another died at age 97. He was a retired pharmacist who worked out on a regular basis.

I don't know what to write regarding reflections

Carl on August 20, 2020 11:47 AM

Fred, the great thing about Reflections is that you can write about anything related to you & Pctn. -- even if it relates to an experience outside of Pctn. Did you learn an important lesson in Pctn. that served you well later in life? Was your PHS choir experience important to your going on to sing with Cincinnati choirs, barbershop quartets, chain gangs? Did you have a revelation thanks to a Pctn. bully that you stopped shaking down much younger kids for their lunch money? See? Anything.
Consider that you have young grandchildren -- or great grandchildren -- who ask you, "Grampa, what do you most remember about growing up in West Virginia? What happened to you then that is important to you today?"
Now give 'er a go! Whattaya say, mate?

Carl on August 18, 2020 11:23 AM

Postponed due to reign*
*the reign of COVID-19

The PHS60 Reunion scheduled for Oct. 2020 has been postponed until 2021, date to be determined. Date and location options are being explored with decisions pending based on coronavirus progress.

Please pass along this information to classmates within your contact circle. Thanks.

Mike Murphy on August 18, 2020 3:11 PM

Sad to hear about the postponment. but it probably a good desicion.
Committee members good luck on your deliberations I am sure you will make the right desicions as always.
My concern is that we keep losing our treasured classmates.

"Life is much more precious when there is less of it to waste" Bonnie Raitt
Keep the Faith
Mike

Tom Dillon on August 19, 2020 9:39 AM

Sorry also about the reunion for this year, but it was truely the only way to go. Just think -- We could have hidden our Botox treatments, face lifts, and dental implants behind a mask.

Carl on August 17, 2020 8:45 AM

Happy Birthday Tracy.

Fredrick Lucas on August 16, 2020 6:14 PM

I must admit that I did not know Nellie Harrington. I went.to the Memorial web page and was able to see the funeral service. She was a respected member of her church community and a loving mother to her family which included grandchildren

Mike Murphy on August 16, 2020 10:40 AM

I did not remember Nellie Elizabeth and could not find her on our WWW. I further checked the Memorial Funeral WWW and found a pictoral Video in rememberance of her life. The video shows a great looking happy family in a fine looking home. Also she was a retired Cook for the County which my Mother was also at Glenwood JH.
RIP
Mike

Carl on August 16, 2020 10:49 AM

I don't remember her either Mike, and was confused when I couldn't find her in our Senior Yearbook. Patty Baker Anderson knew her and confirmed that she was a classmate. Nellie went to Thorn School. I'm always saddened when I learn of someone who I didn't know in PHS60.

Carl on August 13, 2020 7:36 PM

Just learned today of the passing of Nellie Harrington Sexton.

Nellie Elizabeth Carol Harrington Sexton, 77, of Speedway, died early Thursday morning, August 6, 2020 at Princeton Community Hospital. Born November 23, 1942, in Princeton, she was the daughter of the late Levi C. and Letha Ann Blevins Harrington. She was a graduate of Princeton High School and retired as a cook for the Mercer County Board of Education. She loved the Lord and was of the Church of God Faith. She had been a resident of Princeton Health Care Center for several years. While her health permitted, she loved to travel, cook and spend time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-father, Robert Bingham, her husband of 57 years, Joe Sexton and a sister, Marie Harrington. Survivors include her two sons, Wayne Sexton and companion Susan Shreve and Barry Sexton and wife Theresa; Eight grandchildren; Nine great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Monday, August 10, 2020, from the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Jim Simmons officiating. Burial followed in Oakwood Cemetery in Princeton.

Mike Murphy on August 13, 2020 7:09 PM

Pete- Thanks for the updates. Wish I could join you guys for your outings.
Everyone stay well and happy
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on August 13, 2020 6:21 PM

I checked the data and Mercer County WV has 16 deaths related to the virus.Also, The Bluefield hospital which is classified as a rural hospital is now closed.When we were young, a number of Bluefield physicians had contracts with area coal companies to care for employees and their families.

Pete Stephenson on August 13, 2020 4:46 PM

Mike the Covid out break here at The Princeton Healthcare center has hit 60 some patients and I believ about 16 deaths.Don't quote me on the deaths for its just hearsay.

Pete Stephenson on August 13, 2020 4:35 PM

Mike I have not heard about Doug in awhile.Everyone like myself cannot get reply from him after calling.I think Darla is progressing along ok.She is still taking therapy as far as I know.This morning I met Tommy G.,Tracy F,and Joe holden and went to Kirks restaurant down at Hinton for breakfast.Tracy seems to be doing quite well.He has a Dr.appt tomorrow morning at Wake Forrest for a streaching procedure in his throat.Goings will do the driving down and back.Goings Joe and myself are ok.Was looking forward for our reunion but under the current circumstances I thank it will be the best to postpone.Faith,Hope,and love to all.

Mike Murphy on August 13, 2020 2:41 PM

Last I heard Doug is convelesing at home and has been for some time it was over a year past that I visited Doug at the home. Has anyone heard recently how he is doing? Also Darla?
Keep the Faith & support the Mountaineers
Mike

Mike Murphy on August 12, 2020 7:15 PM

WVU & big 12 playing football this fall!!!
Mountani Semper Liberi

I saw on Local TV that the Princeton Nursing Home where I visited Doug was having an outbreak of Covid. Hope all will be well soon.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on August 13, 2020 9:43 AM

The PAC 12 announced that they won't play football this fall. That represents two of the five power conferences.

People in the nursing home where Doug is located are at risk of health problems

Carl on August 12, 2020 10:18 AM

Wazzup Mr. Dillon?
Tom, over 3 months ago you said you were targeting Sept. 1 for a permanent move to Florida. How's that going?

Fredrick Lucas on August 11, 2020 7:51 PM

Carl, the Big 10 Conference and the Mid American Conference have announced there will not be any football games in those conferences this year.

Ched on August 11, 2020 12:05 PM

Many years ago I did play golf but gave it up due to the fact that it consumed too much time for minimal enjoyment and maximum frustration. The expense of lost balls was mounting up. I also played a lot of tennis. When I lived in Kenya there was more opportunity to play.

Carl on August 11, 2020 1:53 PM

Ched, my first wife gave up marriage (to me) for the same reasons. Go figure.

Carl on August 11, 2020 9:24 AM

August Birthdays!!!
It's hard for August birthdays to slip up on me, and this year is no exception. Here's what I know:
Adell Modad Pettrey - August 14
Tracy French - August 17
Becky Arney Novarro - August 23

HAPPY BIRTHDAY you looksome threesome.

Fredrick Lucas on August 11, 2020 9:03 AM

Carl, when you asked us to tell Myron and Patti whether we would come to a reunion, did Pipestem approve of a rfoses a number eunion in October or should we have a picnic or another mini reunion?

Carl since Ched is in a band he uses a number of tempos

Carl on August 11, 2020 9:19 AM

Sorry Fred, but I have no details beyond what I have reported. Decisions on questions that you raise are above my pay grade, and I plan to keep it that way.
[If nominated, I will not run; if elected, I will not serve.]

As for Ched's band, rumor has it that they only play "One Note Samba" and always at the same tempo. I have no sourcing or other corroboration for you.

Carl on August 10, 2020 11:13 AM

Monday POP Quiz: What is snoitcelfeR?
Ans: Why, I think it's "Reflections" spelled backwards.
And backwards seems so appropriate what with PHS60 classmates looking back on their life experiences.
[Remember those product names from the 50s & 60s which were words spelled backwards?]
"SERUTAN" -- that's "Natures" spelled backward -- the Metamucil of its time (when it's time, brother it's time).

Anyway, PHS60 Reflections are filtering in, and I get more excited with each one. And today seems like a good time for a reminder for those who haven't quite finished theirs yet.
*** If you've misplaced your yellow intro sheet, info from it can be found on the "Reflections" tab above.
While your copy of the final product is almost free, it ain't entirely so. You gotta send me one [or more] to get one -- FREE. Please keep 'em comin'. Thanks.

Fredrick Lucas on August 8, 2020 10:12 PM

It is my turn to stroll down memory lane. I spent many afternoons at Spangler drugs drinking cokes and taking to friends and classmates. One day former governor Marland walked into the store. He ordered s coke. Later I learned that he was driving a cab in Chicago.Another place was the Royal Theater. We could see westerns for a dime.I saw many movies.Rex Allen and Johnny Mack Brown were favorites. I got hair cuts from CQ Bingham. He told me how happy he would be when my mother would let him cut my hair the way he wanted to cut it. He often did magic shows for children,

Carl on August 8, 2020 10:50 PM

Fred, I also have wonderful memories of western movies at the Royal Theater. On Saturday, before 9:30 or 10:00 kids could get in for a nickel and stay all day: cartoons, newsreels, serials (e.g., Flash Gordon). and maybe a Pete Smith novelty special.
My favorites also included Rex Allen & Johnny Mack Brown plus Hopalong Cassidy. My, what a wonderful world.

Pete Stephenson on August 8, 2020 6:19 PM

Carl,The building you referenced is a bank,It is on the ole Mills market property.I remember the mills boys well.Thanks Pat Anderson for your thoughts of Terrys life you shared with his family about our PHS 60 high school class,I know his family appreciated the thought.Carl how is the voteing going on the reunion?Keep us in the loop.All is well here in Tiger Land today,nice sunny skies.Faith,Hope,And love to all.

Carl on August 9, 2020 11:32 AM

Pete, my sources inform me that returned 2020 reunion survey responses are running about 3-to-1 "unlikely" to attend.
Re-scheduling for 2021 is being considered.

Carl on August 8, 2020 11:19 AM

Subject: Memory Lane
I just took a stroll down memory lane via vpike.com and have a question. As you leave Pctn. on S. Walker, there's a pretty building just beyond the DQ (aka Dairy Queen in our day). Is that the location of the old (and favorite) Mills Market?

Fredrick Lucas on August 7, 2020 8:49 PM

Chedo, Governor Dewine was required by the White House to take the Qvidel antigen test which is a test in which the results can be known in a few minutes. He tested posiive. The FDA suggests that anyone testing positive take the PRC test which has been taken by 1.6 million Ohio residents. The test results are taken to a lab for evaluation.Dewine was negative and so was his family. Source Cincinnati Enquirer.

Carl on August 8, 2020 9:35 AM

Fred, one of my several sources of anxiety is the thought that I will mispronounce a word and, in so doing, risk having someone react critically toward me. So please help.
Noting your recent tendency to use the term/nickname "Chedo" raises this question:
Does "Chedo" rhyme with "Speedo" or with "Red Dough" or what?

Fredrick Lucas on August 8, 2020 11:39 AM

Ched plays golf among other things . There is a tempo to the game. So Chedo rhymes with tempo

ched on August 9, 2020 4:01 PM

Ched does not play golf !!!

Carl on August 9, 2020 4:16 PM

Ched, would you please consider taking up golf? Fred and I have a conversation string going here that may depend on your cooperation.

Carl on August 8, 2020 11:53 AM

Forgive me Fred, but I'm even more confused now.
I believe that "tempo" might rhyme with "Chimpo," but I don't see how "Chedo" fits?

Fredrick Lucas on August 7, 2020 5:06 PM

I was pleased to learn that Terry had a good funeral service.According to those who have had a near death experience, he went home to b.e with God.Surrounded by loved ones he received love that we cannot know in this lifetime.We are to continue to love ourselves and others.

On Tuesday, Mile Dewine, Governor of Ohio tested positive for the covid virus. He took another test and got the results today. He tested negative for the virus.

ched on August 7, 2020 6:47 PM

How can you test positive and three days later test negative. These unusual results call into qustion the accuracy of the tests ???????????

Fredrick Lucas on August 7, 2020 7:35 PM

Governor Dewine was given a different test which takes longer to evaluate. He was declared negative

Carl on August 7, 2020 5:20 PM

Fred, that just like a politician, trying to play both sides of the street.

As for loving others, I have other plans. (:-} MAGFAY

Ched on August 6, 2020 2:58 PM

I just watched the memorial service for Terry. It was a fitting tribute to a great classmate. I especially appreciated Patty's written comments from our class.
RIP Terry ... one of us !!!

Tracy French on August 4, 2020 9:07 PM

Terry's funeral service will be a private service Thursday at 2:00PM. According to Seaver's web site the service can be viewed on Youtube.

Carl on August 4, 2020 9:33 PM

(from Seaver Funeral Home website)
Terrance Shane St. Clair, Sr., 76, of Radford, VA, formerly of Princeton, died Sunday, August 2, 2020 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, VA. Born August 28, 1943 in Princeton he was the son of the late Elmer J. St. Clair and Eva Nelson St. Clair. He was a 1960 graduate of Princeton High School where he played football and a 1972 graduate of Concord University. Terry was a retired Allstate Insurance Agent. He formerly worked at Kendrick Men’s Store, Stag Men’s Store, and former manager at Sears in Elizabethton, TN. He attended Immanuel Baptist Church in Princeton and formerly coached Little League Basketball. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jane Carr St. Clair. Survivors include one daughter, D. Paige Marshall and husband Jeff of Fairlawn, VA; one son, T. Shane St. Clair, II and wife Laura of Jumping Branch, WV; three grandchildren, Carley St. Clair, Matthew St. Clair, and Daniel Wimmer; one brother, Dr. Thomas “Tom” St. Clair and wife Denise of Bastian, VA; and a half sister, Janet St. Clair Norman and husband Stan of Beckley, WV.
Funeral services were conducted Thursday, August 6, 2020 at the George W. Seaver Chapel of Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton with Rev. Dan Jividen officiating. Inurnment was at Resthaven Park Cemetery Mausoleum in Princeton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mercer County Humane Society, PO Box 5723, Princeton, WV 24740.

Mike Murphy on August 4, 2020 6:32 PM

Just watched Cinderella Man about James Braddock Heavy weight Champ during the depression. Great story and makes one appreciate the great country we have today. I highly recommend it.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on August 4, 2020 8:11 PM

Oh Mike, how you do admire your fellow Irishmen!
Funny thing: so do I. (Joan once said that I have "all the appetites of the Irish." I cherish that.)
Cindarella Man is a film that I liked a lot, and look forward to watching again.

Fredrick Lucas on August 4, 2020 6:20 PM

The Cincinnati Public Schools has 52000 students. The Board of Education has decided to have students work from home the first five weeks. Each child will have a computer and will be able to connect with the internet for a year thanks to donations from large corporations. The Board will decide what they might encounter. Texas opened early and had to shut down because students had the virus and passed the virus to others. When schools reopen, all students will have to wear a mask

Pete Stephenson on August 3, 2020 1:30 PM

I am heart broken to hear of Terrys passing.What a good friend over the years,Terry and I became friends in 5th grade at mercer elementary.Remember all the days playin with my lionel train at our house on fellers street.The last time I talked to terry was about 2 weeks ago.He could hardly get his breath.He told me that the drs had already pulled fluid from around his heart.I told Linda that Terry was smothering at that time.The world has lost one of the true good guys of our generation.Terry is with BJ now and I know he his happy and healthy now.RIP my friend,you will truly be missed.

Fredrick Lucas on August 3, 2020 3:56 AM

I am happy that Terry had a long and fruitful life. When I went home to Radford to visit my parents, we would have lunch and he would tell me about the family. He was a good insurance agent for Allstate He was devoted to Betty and his children. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Radford.

Tracy French on August 2, 2020 8:13 PM

Terry StClair passed away this morning. I do not have any details other than his body will be brought to Seavers Funeral Home.

Fredrick Lucas on August 3, 2020 3:47 AM

I feel sad to learn of the death of Terry St. Clair. He was devoted to his family and did a good job selling insurance. He o

Edward Laufer on August 3, 2020 12:00 AM

Very sorry to hear about Terry He had a softness in his voice and a twinkle in his eyes. A really very nice guy!

Mike Murphy on August 2, 2020 8:24 PM

Terry was a great guy, so sad to hear of his passing.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Ched on August 2, 2020 8:22 PM

Oh ! I am so sorry to learn about Terry. He was a good guy and will be missed.I talked to Pete two days ago and he said Terry was suffering from congestive heart failure and had difficulty talking as a result.

Carl on August 3, 2020 9:39 AM

Oh, what a shocker. Terry St. Clair was indeed a good guy. He & I were never close friends, but we shared an adventure and formed a bond in 3rd or 4th grade that he loved to talk about.
Terry got hold of some cigarettes and invited me to join him in a smoke one Sat. morning in a barn just off Mercer St. near Williams' Cycle Shop. We dropped a match and set some straw on fire. These two 8/9-year-olds were terrified that we were about to burn down the barn but, worse, we'd be caught smoking. Fortunately, we got it put out.
Terry recounted this story to me every reunion. It's a very fond memory of mine -- his recounting the adventure, not setting the barn fire.
R.I.P. Terry. (No bad fires where you've gone.)

Mike Murphy on August 2, 2020 7:37 PM

Schools need to get back to full time with staff social distancing and wearing masks where appropriate. In hind site schools should have never closed with staff taking the previous precautions.

The Libs have finally got their race wars and have ruined sports. I hope they are HAPPY HATERS!

Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on August 3, 2020 4:17 AM

What are you talking about? No one ruined sports. The virus has not been clearly understood. So sport leagues are cautious.Baseball doesn't' want fans in the stands The public schools are also cautious. They don't want children to infect others.

Mike Murphy on August 3, 2020 2:15 PM

Hate the Anthem, Call everyone Racist, Defund the Police, ban Fossil Fuels, Support after birth Abortion, Burn public buildings, Blind Federal agents, Burn Police cars, throw Molitov Cocktails, Shoot commercial fireworks at cops, Shoot Black Trump supporters and Policemen, and justify it by saying you are hollier than though through contributions? I only Kneal to God Family and Country.

Democrats will do anything to win the next election!
Mike

whizzer on August 2, 2020 5:18 PM

AOC doesn't pay staff $52,000 a year. The hard working non-government workers do.

Fredrick Lucas on August 3, 2020 4:28 AM

Poor Wizzer, the money spent by AOC for staff salaries was an appropriation decided by Congress. We have a representative form of government.

54 on August 2, 2020 7:39 PM

Whizzer you are right and try to live on 52,000 in DC
Whizzette

Carl on August 1, 2020 4:22 PM

Whew! The sweltering July of 2020 is behind us.
It's August 1; aka DOGust 1: The Universal Birthday of Rescue Dogs!
Joan & I are nearing our 3-year anniversay of adopting rescue dog Joey. He was estimated at 4-5 yrs. old then, so we figure his 8th birthday is coming up. A real mongrel; I call him our TALCUM hound because:
DNA test revealed 1) Treeing Walker Coonhound, 2) Australian Shepherd, 3) Labrador Retreiver, 4) Cocker Spaniel and 5) [my favorite ingredient] Unspecified Mix. He's a joy.
Happy Birthday to all rescue dogs.

Mike Murphy on July 31, 2020 7:18 PM

Back the Blue Line
Mike

ched on August 1, 2020 5:25 PM

Mega Dittos Mike !!!
Support law enforcement !!!!!!!

Fredrick Lucas on August 1, 2020 12:52 PM

I was listening to Rep. Alexandria Cortez. She has the ability to speak in Spanish.

Fredrick Lucas on August 2, 2020 10:07 AM

Carl and Ched regarding AOC, I was listening to her describe her reaction to Republican Representative refer to her as a FB.I won't use the word which is disgusting. She also mentioned that there is a Republican representative who asked her and others are you a capitalist or a socialist? Yes or no. Strange question.AOC mentioned that she pays her staff $52000 per year . This is a living wage and her staff quit their part time jobs.

Carl on August 2, 2020 10:57 AM

Fred, do you have a crush on Ms. Ocasio-Cortez?

Ched on August 1, 2020 4:34 PM

She may be able to speak Spanish but that has nothing to do with her intrllect or,more importantly, common sense. Her views and agenda are horribly destructive to our economy and country. No cars no planes no fossil fuel sourced energy.... a loon in my opinion !!!

Carl on August 1, 2020 1:15 PM

Fred, I'm willing to bet that she's not the first person named "Cortez" to speak Spanish and I'd just as soon that she restrict herself to that language.

Ched on July 31, 2020 2:19 PM

First, Im glad to learn of Tracy's sucessful proceedure. Hopefully he will now be able to gain some weight. I talked to Tommy Goings today. Bob Lambert has struggled with a bleeding ulcer (diagnosis) after a stint in the hospital he is home but recovery (strength) is slow. I talked to him today and voice sounds stronger than it did previously. Still curious about Doug and Darla. Any update ??
So sad to learn of Herman Cain's passing. He was a fin man with a lot of good ideas and qualities.I was absolutely dismayed when Obama used the funeral of John Lewis to rail on wiith political lies. So shameful !!!

Tracy French on July 30, 2020 11:38 PM

I just got back from Wake Forest where I had a small surgerical procedure to dialte my stomach with botox. Tommy Goings drove me down yesterday for a covid tesst and back today for the surgery. The doctor said it was successful and I should start gaining some weight back. I am down to 140 pounds which is quite skinny for a six footer.

Carl on July 31, 2020 10:20 AM

Mighty welcome news Tracy. Thanks for sharing. Now let's get you up to fighting weight. Also glad to hear what sounds like good news re Tommy Goings.

Take care; stay safe; get fat!

Mike Murphy on July 30, 2020 7:29 PM

Sorry to hear of Herman Cains Passing. He would have made a great President.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on July 30, 2020 1:10 PM

Carl, this concerns the reunion. Will we be able to have one this year considering the virus? You have seen me mention the Scottish Festival in Columbus Indiana. They have delayed their festival until September of 2021. The Cincinnati Symphony will have concerts with no live audience. Folks will have to tune in on their computer , If I fly to New York City, I would have to observe a fourteen days in a hotel.

Can we consider an outdoor picnic?

Carl on July 30, 2020 2:55 PM

Fred, I hope that you received a mailing from me 1-2 weeks ago with a yellow postcard to be completed and mailed to Myron. That was a survey to determine interest in attending a 2020 reunion.
With COVID-19 concerns, it's uncertain whether or not a reunion this year is feasible. I expect that a decision is forthcoming.

Please let me know if you didn't receive your survey because it also contained a description of our PHS60 "Reflections Project." I'm expecting an avalanche of reflections from you. Don't disappoint me.

Fredrick Lucas on July 30, 2020 3:08 PM

Carl,
I ent the post card to Myron. I haven't decided what to write. Has anyone considered Zoom?

Carl on July 30, 2020 3:35 PM

Fred, there's no limit on the number of "reflections" that you can submit. Just like Oktoberfest, the more the merrier.

Carl on July 27, 2020 4:55 PM

Reflections update July 27
Inquiries and expressions of interest in our Reflections project are appearing. One concern is that "reflecting" has tweaked some negative memories and our classmate doesn't want to write something that will rain on the parade.
my response: Reflections isn't intended to be all "milk and honey." What we seek is a true, collective picture painted by PHS60 and tied to Princeton experiences and insights. Many of life's best lessons result from hurtful experiences. Such stories are as welcome as the upbeat ones.
(We're not trying to put lipstick on a pig.)

Carl on July 24, 2020 4:05 PM

WOOHOO!!! We're off and runnin'.
Just received my first Reflections. Now that sweet Linda Phlegar Mills sets a darn fine example for the rest of us. Come on boys & girls, keep pluggin' -- or git to pluggin'. I have a really good feeling about this project.
[Reflect on that if you think it might help.]

Carl on July 24, 2020 11:57 AM

Ahhhhh, what a marvelous sense of relief I just experienced.
I became concerned earlier this week when I noticed that we had gone 4 days (July 19-23) with NO blog comments. What could account for this, I fretted. Is there something wrong? Has the blog faded from interest? I was almost beside myself . . . and I don't look that good in profile.
Then, VOILA!!! It came to me . . . suddenly and unmistakably . . . our blogsters were planning and composing their "Reflections." They weren't spending their time with routine blogging, no matter how precious that activity unquestionably is. They were reflecting! Oh, my heart soars like the eagle. I'm so proud of you, and grateful for your cooperation. Thank you, thank you, thank you. (And keep up the good work . . . please.)

Fredrick Lucas on July 24, 2020 8:38 AM

Mike please accept my condolences on the death of your brother.He will continue to live in your memories and his influence will be felt in the actions that you and your family take

Regarding Frank Ferguson, it would appear that he made a positive contribution to his family and his work environment. In Bluefield, I remember seeing him at the reunion

Mike Murphy on July 23, 2020 7:30 PM

Sad to report that my brother Mason L. Murphy, 92 passed away today. He was a great man and wounderful brother. Family Grave Side Services are pending. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends, Wife Malita, Daughters, Anne & Patricia (deseased) Sons Sam & Lawrence, Grand children Malita Anne, Brian and great Granchildren.
RIP
Mike

Becky Novarro on July 27, 2020 3:13 PM

Mike, So sorry about your brother's passing. I do hope you share his long lifeline.

ched on July 24, 2020 1:14 PM

My sincere condolences Mike

Tom Dillon on July 24, 2020 7:47 AM

Mike, prayers for all of your family.

Tom&Kay

Edward Laufer on July 23, 2020 8:28 PM

Mike, very sorry to hear you lost your brother. As I am close to my brother Jerry I know even with age differences a closeless can develop and stay for a life time. Ed

Carl on July 23, 2020 8:03 PM

My condolences Mike.

Carl on July 23, 2020 1:34 PM

Friends, I just learned of a classmate death from 2017:

Benjamin Franklin Ferguson, age 76 passed away Saturday, December 2, 2017, at his home in Marion, VA.

Ben was born in Princeton, WV to the late Fred Ferguson and Vivian Combs Ferguson. Ben spent the majority of his adult life as a public servant having served in the US Air Force, retired from Virginia Department of Corrections after 23 years of service at the Marion Correctional Treatment Center and worked for the Smyth County Sheriffs Department in the court system and on litter control. He was a member of the Francis Marion V.F.W. Post 4667, the Smyth County Moose Lodge and the Tazewell County Moose Lodge. Ben was a genuine person who never met a stranger and was a friend to all.

He is survived by his wife and best friend of 47 years, Cindy Ferguson; his son, Craig Ferguson of Richmond, VA; grandchildren, Jonathan Ferguson, Alyssa Ferguson and Samantha Ferguson; his brother, Fred Ferguson and wife Lisa of Raleigh, NC.

R.I.P. Ben

ched on July 23, 2020 3:55 PM

I remember him well. A nice friendly guy with a wonderful name. RIP

Carol on July 18, 2020 5:09 AM

Carl, thanks for email. I will certainly return the survey as soon as received.

We are trying to keep our lives as normal as possible. Neil told his
tennis buddies that he planned to continue to assemble on the court. He is still working his very part-time job at Carolina CC. He recently shot his age! I sure miss line dancing, but bridge groups have resumed. Neil and I are going to a local GOP gathering next month. I am not sure that he is aware of that... Guest speaker will be U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman.

I am sorry to say that Sen.Graham again won his primary. He didn't get our votes but didn't need them.

Until we meet again,

ched on July 19, 2020 12:39 PM

Hello again Carol. I think that you and I are cut from the same "conservative cloth". Must be something in our "raising " back in WV.
Out of curosity what is your issue with Sen. Graham. I have always liked his positions and powerful rhetoric. I especially appreciated his tirade on the Judge Cavenaugh debacle/
MAGA = Keep America Grate !!!

Carl on July 18, 2020 10:51 AM

Good to hear from you Carol.
I'm counting on you for a "Reflection" or two . . . or three.
[Don't be too conservative with your stories. (:-} ]

Mike Murphy on July 17, 2020 3:04 PM

I just received your Post Card , Carl and continue to be impressed with your writing ability. Over 50 yrs I have encountered some great writers. One of our editors in SA graduated from Harvard, but probably the most talented writer was Sydney Smith one of my Doctoral Interns who graduated from Stanford and Syracuse. I look forward to reading "Reflections".

I do plan to attend the Reunion (In Shallah) , hopefully the Virus will have wained.

We can ware a mask and social distance if necessary, frankly I didn,t want to get that close to some of you!

Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on July 19, 2020 10:56 AM

Mike, you've uncovered another layer of ignorance: I was unfamiliar with the term "Shallah" 'til I saw it in your comment. Interestingly, in its English form, it contains both the word "shall" and "allah." Rather fitting, don't you think? Do you know if that's purely coincidental?
How 'bout you Fred. You demonstrate this kind of knowledge.

Mike Murphy on July 19, 2020 7:17 PM

Carl - In Shalla means God Willing in Arabic Ma Shallal By God and Barack Ali Afeek means god bless you. Other Names like Kareem is generous. Abdul means servant of Khayat is Taylor and Haddad is Smithy or Iron/metal . Also the modifier is after the word like French and text reads from right to left but numbers read from right to left. It can only be translated phonically unlike romance languages. Therefore english spellings are all over the place. Like Chinese very difficult.
Keep The Faith
Mike

Carl on July 17, 2020 10:27 PM

Mike, I must comment on your including me with two other "writer" acquaintances. I don't think it's mere coincidence that the three of us represent Harvard, Stanford & Concord College.

Carl on July 17, 2020 4:29 PM

Thanks Mike. I figure you must have as many "sharable" reflections as any of us. I'm looking forward to yours. (I have another one.)

Mike Murphy on July 16, 2020 2:30 PM

Just got my new computer up and operating. Old lap top was running at capacity (slow) and my son found me a desk top which is 20 times more powerful and measures 7X7x13/4. delayed getting it on line because I was searching for a free solitare game and downloaded a viris which could not be wiped out with the tools my son had so had to replace hard drive which is now a chip and reload all programs etc. Ched you probably understand all this. Never click on anything you don't know about?
Carl - The only thing I rember about Brush Creek is always keep your head above water.
How is everone - we need to hear from Ed, Pete, Tracy, Carol, Darla, Cookie,Becky,Tom,Ched etc. How is everyone??
Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on July 16, 2020 4:08 PM

Mike, welcome to the fast lane. Sorry that you had troubling merging in, but it's full speed ahead now.

Yo! All o' y'all!
I mailed out a 2-question survey yesterday. Look for it in tomorrow or Saturday's mail.
Also included is our formal unveiling of Tracy's "Reflections" project. Please, please, pretty please, give it a look and respond. Send me a story, a tale, an anecdote, a . . . well . . . a Reflection." I'm counting on you. More importantly, Tracy's counting on you.

Fredrick Lucas on July 15, 2020 5:09 PM

Long live France, love and the difference between men and women

Carl on July 15, 2020 5:24 PM

Now that's the spirit, Fred. Your comment makes me long for the good old days when men were men, and women were grateful.

Carl on July 14, 2020 9:59 AM

Yo Francophile Fred, happy Bastille Day.

Fredrick Lucas on July 10, 2020 7:58 PM

The Governor of Ohio has ordered people in Hamilton County to wear masks. I am a fan of the L A Lakers. Cincinnati does not have a team. So my mask features the Lakers logo.

Carl on July 11, 2020 10:55 AM

Fred, are you telling me that the Royals are no longer in Cincinnati?

Fredrick Lucas on July 11, 2020 12:25 PM

Carl, the Royals left Cincinnati years ago.I became a Laker fan when Jerry West joined the team. A number of area people are fans of the Indiana Pacers

I think that the Royals are in Kansas City.According to fact check they are there

Carl on July 10, 2020 10:28 AM

Interesting news report today. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that much of NE Oklahoma belongs to Indian tribes per a treaty with the U.S. Govt. in the 1830s. This specific case involves the Creek tribe. [I would have written the headline, in deference to Cookie, Mike, et. al., as “U.S. on short end of Brush with Creek natives.”]
The suit was brought by a Creek tribesman named Jimcy McGirt (an Irish Indian, I presume). A similar suit is pending for Creek native Patrick Murphy. Yep, Patrick Murphy. Mike, do you have blood lines -- or blood brothers -- in Oklahoma? (Are you related to Elizabeth Warren?)
While Jimcy may now be a hero among native Americans and others, I don’t like his chances of having a statue erected in his honor. It seems that he’s in prison, having been convicted of child molestation. (truly)
I also found it noteworthy that the Creek Nation’s lawyer referred to the tribes as “Indians.” I wonder if this will take the heat off of the Cleveland baseball team to change its name.
I told you it was an interesting article.

Carl on July 9, 2020 9:20 AM

Fred, chalk one up for the underdog!!!
How 'bout those Little Sisters of the Poor?
Did you see them arranged with their umbrellas?
Weren't they cute beyond measure?

ched on July 8, 2020 8:13 PM

Charlie Danials was a national treasure. In addition to being accomplished musician, he was a fine man blessed with 'goodness of heart".
He is local to us here and will be missed. RIP !!!

Fredrick Lucas on July 8, 2020 8:36 PM

Charlie Daniels was a country singer who recently died. He was 83. I never heard of the man.

Mike Murphy on July 9, 2020 2:00 PM

Charlie Daniels was legendary. The Devil Went Down to Georgia.
The Shanondoah does not fllow in WV
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on July 9, 2020 9:31 PM

Mike according to fact check the Shenandoah flows through Virginia and West Virginia.

Fredrick Lucas on July 8, 2020 1:47 PM

Recently,I was listening to a lady who has a stunning soprano voice. She is from the mountains where there is much snow. She is the pride of Norway. She sings many songs in English.She has even done duets with the tenors Domingo and Carreras.She has sung with the famous Morman Tabernacle Choir. Her dresses reflect the dress of Norway.Those who love Bach will enjoy his famous German work Bist Du Bei Mier. One of her songs is about a river that flows in West Virginia. O Shenandoah. Her name is Sissel.

Carl on July 8, 2020 2:06 PM

Fred, some people tell me that they find my voice stunning.

Fredrick Lucas on July 8, 2020 9:04 PM

Carl sopranos have a beautiful way about them.I can't be a soprano but I can appreciate what they do.Its time to recognize a great one Unlike Charlie Daniels, this gal is multi lingual.

Carl on July 9, 2020 10:54 AM

Fred, if being multi-lingual is your criterion for greatness, here's an excerpt from the website "Quora":
"Stalin studied for a priest, so he knew Latin, Church Slavonic and Ancient Greek. The 1926 census indicated that he knew Russian and Georgian, could read German and English. Caucasian historians say that he understood Armenian, Ossetian and Abkhazian. Turkish historians claim that he knew Turkish." [That's 11 languages.]
Does that put Stalin among the greatest of the greats?

Fredrick Lucas on July 9, 2020 10:04 PM

Carl, You pu t words where they donn't belong.For seven years I sang with the Symphony Chorus. We sang in Latin, Italian, German and French. I participated in two recordingswith the Symphony. I sang with the Grant Parkm Symphony Chorus, the Beethovan Ninth Symphony. Being multi lingual is part of my training. Grant Park is in Chicago. One can have a wider audiance if he is multi lingual

Carl on July 10, 2020 9:43 AM

Fred, even if your multi-lingualism falls short of 11 languages, I will forever be far fonder of you than I ever was of Joseph Stalin. And I wouldn't be surprised to learn that you're a much better singer than Old Joe was.

Carl on July 8, 2020 11:00 AM

Four months now largely confined to my basement. Not a severe condition for this old introvert, but so much time alone creates fertile ground for contemplation -- mostly infertile, but so it goes.
An interesting mental image reared up this morning; not clear whence it came or what it means, so I'm posting it for comment -- clarification or otherwise:
If I had a boat, I'd go out on the ocean.
And if I had a pony, I'd ride him on my boat.

Mike Murphy on July 7, 2020 4:59 PM

Charlie Daniels Passed recently. I saw him and band live at Rocafellers Gubinatorial celebration. He was great RIP
Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on July 8, 2020 9:13 PM

You did not spell Rockefeller correctly.Gubernatorial is the correct spelling mike,

Fredrick Lucas on July 5, 2020 5:04 PM

The correct spelling is CUYAHOGA County.The management of the Cleveland Indians is trying to decide whether to change the name.

The county is the color red because too many pepole have the virus

Fredrick Lucas on July 5, 2020 4:23 PM

There have been a number of new cases of the carona virus in the following counties in Ohio.Hamilton , County Seat is Cincinnati. Montgomery, County Seat is Dayton. Butler County Seat is Hamilton. Franklin, County Seat is Columbus. Cuyoga County Cleveland is the CountySeat.The city over the years is known as the mistake on the lake. All of the areas are in the red zone.Everyone who goes into a public placemust wear a mask or face a fine. Dayton charges $85 while Cincinnati charges $25

Mike Murphy on July 3, 2020 7:19 PM

God Bless America
& God Bless PHS 60ers
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on July 3, 2020 4:28 PM

I would like to wish each one a happy Independence Day. We are still a young nation compared to Greece, Italy France, Norway and Germany I was told that Tours France was 1500 years old. Cincinnati was 200 years old at the time I visited France.

ched on July 3, 2020 11:23 AM

"Proud to be an American wherr at least I know I'm free".....

God bless the USA !!!!

ched on July 3, 2020 10:16 AM

Celebrate our 4th of July,
Listen tot othe best version Gd Bless the USA ive heard. Makes me feel better !!!
Go to the link below

https://youtu.be/gs0fxy8rHo8

Carl on July 3, 2020 11:01 AM

Right on, Ched. Makes me embrace my being a deplorable.
HAPPY 4th of JULY -- American Independence Day.

Fredrick Lucas on July 2, 2020 11:12 AM

Jake Hatcher of Princeton is 102. Wizzer is correct

whizzer on July 2, 2020 9:45 AM

Fredo, I believe it's Jake Hatcher not Joe Hatcher

Fredrick Lucas on July 1, 2020 11:11 PM

Geronimo is the cdorrect spelling.

Carl on July 2, 2020 10:27 AM

No worries, Fredo. We don't deduct points for mispellings. (:-}

Fredrick Lucas on July 1, 2020 11:06 PM

I made a spelling error. License is the correct spelling.

Carl on July 2, 2020 10:30 AM

Fredo, our blog editor pays great respect to the concept of poetic license, however spelt. Remember the famous words of Andrew Jackson, "It's a damn poor mind that can think of but one way to spell a word." [You'll need to remember him; his statues are disappearing like frost on a July morning.]

Fredrick Lucas on July 1, 2020 11:00 PM

When I moved to Ohio, I had to purchace two licence plates, one for the front and the other for he rear. This year, the state legislature decided that one tag for the rear is enough. I favored the move.

Fredrick Lucas on July 1, 2020 10:48 PM

The Apache chief Geranamo lived to be 79.Joe Hatcher of Princeton is still living. He is now past 100.

Carl on July 1, 2020 9:03 AM

Fredo, today is the 104th birthday of Dame Olivia de Havilland (some dame in her day, I'll tell you).
104 makes her almost 50% older than forecast by Torah's Guide to Human Longevity*. To my knowledge, she never appeared in "I Married Joan," but she was the older sister of the noted actress Joan Fontaine. (Akin to that, she starred in the classic 1939 film, "Joan with the Wind" opposite Clark Gable [aka Rhett Butler] and Vivien Leigh [aka Scarlett O'Hara].) Boy, that chick has had quite the life.
All hail Dame Olivia!!! CIV & many more
*source: Fredrick David Lucas, PHS60

Carl on June 30, 2020 10:56 AM

Well here we are, halfway through one of the most memorable years of our lives.
"2020: watching my cold id,
amazed by this COVID;
mi amigo, where's mi ego?"

Also, tomorrow brings July:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Ginger,
come July 25.

Fredrick Lucas on June 29, 2020 10:23 PM

Carl and Tracy, I married Joan is a sitcom from the '50's. Go to youtube and put I married Joan into a search engine and you can watch many episodes. They are in black and white.

Fredrick Lucas on June 29, 2020 6:45 PM

Carl, according to health line, life expectancy for men in the United States is76 years while life expectancy for women is 80. The upward limit is 120 years.

Joe Hatcher of Princeton has lived to be 100.Carl do you remember the television show I married Joan ?

Carl on June 29, 2020 7:27 PM

Fred, I don't remember the "I Married Joan" TV show, but I indeed DID marry Joan, something that I simply can't forget . . .
no matter how I try (hypnosis, acupuncture, libation). (:-}

Fredrick Lucas on June 27, 2020 7:37 PM

Tracy I am pleased that you are doing better and are able to eat just about anything.Have you resumed your pastoral duties?

The late Fred Rog ers once said " its a beautiful day in the neighborhood and won't you be my neighbor. Some years ago Fred was invited to give the commencement address at WVU. He did a good job.

I did not know Linda. Sorry to hear of her passing.

Fredrick Lucas on June 28, 2020 2:03 PM

Tracy the Torah states that the life span of a man is 70 years. We have exceeded that life span. I hope that we can have a reunion this year and have a good turnout.

I also hope that our classmates will vote in the November elections

Carl on June 28, 2020 3:06 PM

Fredo, I sometimes question your sourcing, or your prodding people to provide sources, but I gotta hand it to you, when you cite the Torah, you get my attention. Inspired by you, I Googled to see what the Bible – not unrelated to the Torah – has to say about “man’s” life span. Seems there’s a bit of variation: • Genesis 6:3: 120 years; • Psalm 90:10: 70-80 years; • After fathering Seth, Adam lived for another 800 years; • and we all know that Methuselah lived for 900 years.
So this is an example of how sourcing can be interesting but unreliable. And thank Heaven for that, because it provided the basis for the brilliant American lyricist Ira Gershwin (nee Israel Gershowitz – no doubt acquainted with the Torah). Gershwin pointed out that “the things that you’re liable to read in the Bible, it ain’t necessarily so.” For example:
* [David] "fought big Goliath who laid down and dieth;"
* Now Jonah . . . "made his home in that fish’s abdomen;"
* [Moses] "floated on water until Pharoah’s daughter she fished him, she said, from that stream;"
* "Methuselah lived 900 years, . . . but what good is livin’ when no gal will give in to no man for 900 years?"

WOW! That Ira could write a lyric like Ted Williams could hit a baseball.

Tracy French on June 26, 2020 9:13 PM

Linda Lou Panashy LeGlarie passed away last night in Los Angeles, CA. She was a member of our class but left school in the 11th grade when she got married.

Health wise I am doing ok. I have been off the feeding tube for about a month now and I can eat about anything I want but my stomach is so small that I can't hold enough food to maintain my weight. My doctor says to eat 6 or 8 times a day but that is easier said than done although I suppose I will adjust in time.

Mike Murphy on June 28, 2020 8:44 PM

Tracy - Good to hear you are doing better. Best to you and yours.

Soon you will be drinking Milk Shakes and Eating Pizza from Olivers and burning donuts with your Mercedes in Mooney's Parking lot.

KEEEP THE FAITH
Mike

Carl on June 26, 2020 10:24 PM

Good to hear from you Tracy. Stay strong, as I know you are, and add some pounds. Best of luck with your treatment and overall wellness.

Fredrick Lucas on June 25, 2020 7:35 PM

If you go to Youtube, and put in the name of Wayne Worth you will be able to follow him as he visits the 55 counties in West Virginia. He gives the history of each county, prominent persons who lived in each county and the major businesses in each county. Each segment is about 7.5 minutes long.l

When he was filming in Mingo County he discussed the Hatfield and McCoy feud.

Carl on June 26, 2020 10:45 AM

Fred, in 2012 the History Channel aired an acclaimed 3-part mini-series titled "Hatfields & McCoys." It starred Kevin Costner and Tom Paxton as the family patriarchs. Costner was the West Virginian "Devil Anse" Hatfield; Paxton was Kentucky's "Ole Randall" McCoy. I recommend it for all my hillbilly friends -- and others.

ched on June 25, 2020 12:07 PM

Can some of our Princeron area classmates check on Doug ?

ched on June 24, 2020 8:34 PM

I talk to Goings occasionally. He is doing well and back 100%. He is close to Tracy and says Tracy is improving but slowly. I talked to Darla a while back and she sounded good and in rehab. I dont have a recent update on her
I know nothing about Doug

Mike Murphy on June 25, 2020 2:59 PM

Thanks Ched
Hope you and yours are doing well. Talked to first cousin Wilma Winfrey yesterday about the Winfrey clan and Willowbrooke. She remembered you and your family.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on June 25, 2020 10:29 AM

Thanks Ched. I'm sure that I speak for many in appreciation of classmate health updates.
to ALL PHS60ers: Take care; stay safe & well. MAGFAY

Mike Murphy on June 23, 2020 7:26 PM

It seems reasonable to conclude that masks would help prevent the spread of virus. I found an old a95 in my garage and have been using it for two months. Used it today to pick up medicine food and Pizza. getting kind of ragged it may be worse than nothing?

I am concerned that we haven't heard anythingg from /about Tracy, Goings, Darla and Doug et al. Please let us know.

Hope you have a glorious safe summer.
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on June 23, 2020 5:49 PM

The Cincinnati Art Museum has reopened. This past year they had 345000 visitors. I returned to my gym today to get fit again.

The mask that I wear in the grocery store is designed to enable the droplets from my nose and mouth from getting on another person.I wear a cloth mask. When I go to the hair stylist, I must wear a mask. She also wears a mask.

Carl on June 23, 2020 7:19 PM

Fred, I've long wondered why your hair always looks so great. A "hair stylist" eh? And I've just been going to a barber all my life. (:-}

ched on June 23, 2020 12:50 PM

I do not believe the CDC, The WHO nor Dr Fauchi are credible on all accounts ( especially the WHO). First they said masks are not needed and are not protective.
If the masks protect healthcare workers why are they not protective for us. I think that any thread of common sense would draw the conclusion that the protective effects of masks works both ways. If all would wear them plus practice social distancing as much as possible this virus would fade. Just sayin' !!!

Carl on June 23, 2020 1:36 PM

My experience is that such confusion and contradiction in public pronouncements are usually explainable, and I think this is such a case. In a report by NPR -- can't get a more reliable source than that, right Fredo? -- the U.S. Surgeon General tweeted very early on that citizens should not buy masks. The reason seems to have been a concern for a mask shortage that would threaten the availability of masks for medical personnel, a logical position in my view. Remember, a tweet doesn't exactly make it a formal, federal guideline. And the tweet was made on Feb. 29 when we knew almost NOTHING about the "transmissability" of the virus. Things clearly changed as we learned more.
Ched is clearly correct about common sense and logical, protective measures, so I wonder if reasonable people placed any meaningful value on a Feb. 29 call by our Surgeon General not to buy masks.
Anyway, it now seems clear that the "Big Three" of Covid-19 protection is 1) masks, 2) social distance & 3) hand washing: "Happy Birthday to You" twice over, several times a day. Keep it clean! (:-}

Fredrick Lucas on June 21, 2020 6:14 PM

Mike, Trump continues to fail fact checking. Dr. Fauci has suggested that everyone wear a mask which I do yet
Trump refuses to wear a mask. I believe that i said that John Bolton said that Trump is not qualified to be president.

I believe that I pointed out that looters in Cincinnati were caught and were sent to the county jail. I don't approve of looting.

What has Trump done to improve the quality of life for residents of McDowell County.

Carl on June 21, 2020 10:53 AM

On a happier note, like many others Joan & I are whiling away some Covid-constricted hours revisiting favorite old TV shows. Right now we're into an all-time favorites series "Justified." Set in modern-day Harlan County, KY, it's the story of a federal marshal confronting bad criminals and bold characters.
"Justified" ran for 6 seasons, 2010-2015, on the fx Channel with 13 episodes per year. It's full of wonderful characters, snappy, funny dialogue and good, mountain music. It's pretty gritty, but that just adds to its considerable realism. The rich characters of eastern Kentucky's coal region will remind you of "our" people.
I think it's available on Amazon Prime Video.
Cookie, you're sure to love it. Everyone else? Hey, if Cookie loves it you know you will too. (Well, most of you anyway.)
Surely some of you have seen it. Tell us what you think.

Mike Murphy on June 21, 2020 5:15 PM

Carl - This series along with the Wire is one of my favorites, I even have some of the CDs back before streaming existed.

Cookie - best to you and family. I used to walk past the Statue of Pike outside the Francis Perkins Bldg (USDOL) for five years, I had heard that it was controversal but never thought that I would watch thugs tear it down with the DC police watching. Glad I don't have to live in a Democratic Socialist City like Cincinatti?
Poor Fred is addicted to the Black Lives Matter Kool Aid. Fred what are your sources you can't prove that Trump is Racist and unfit for office. He has been doing a pretty good/great job as far as most law abiding folks are concerned. I am sorry if he hurt your socialist anarchist progressive feelings. Are you still justifying the burning and looting of Cincinatti and many other democrat cities and take over of part of seattle and defunding the police?

Cookie - mabye a little searing of the pen feathers might
make us all happy?
Keep the faith
Mike

Cookie on June 20, 2020 8:42 PM

In case anyone really cares I have made the conscious decision and choice to be part of the silent majority and to no longer enlist my energy in a debate w narrow and closed minded people who insult very thing I believe in and loot and burn my positive energy and destroy my joy and then cry “poor me - look what you have done to me.” So much of our lives are boombarded with negativity but I have the power to decide where and how I will receive it. I have family members who walk the thin blue line and I pace the floor at night praying for their safe return. So to filter out the fire bombs and enjoy the rest of the blog is a little challenging No response is necessary.

Fredrick Lucas on June 20, 2020 7:44 PM

Mike John Bolton is a Republican.This problem was created when an officer with the Minneapolis Police Department placed his knee into the neck of a black man killing him. His name was George Floyd. Are you aware that in England some folks want to remove the statue of Lord Baden Powell who founded the Boy Scout movement . Prior to World War 2 he met with Hitler and praised him for the work of the Hitler Youth program. Many others don't want the statue to be removed because they derived joy and pleasure from membership in the Boy Scouts.

In many cities, group protests were peaceful. Folks excercised their right of free speech. There was looting in some cities. It happens guy.

Carl on June 21, 2020 9:38 AM

Fred, not only can opposing viewpoints be valuable, they often are essential to a well-maintained community or society. It's good to have one's opinions and beliefs challenged -- in a healthy way -- and to exhibit mutual repect in doing so. As Billy Joel wote, "Sometimes I need a little give and take."
But then there are beliefs and statements that actually pose threats to social well-being. For example, one could interpret your "It happens guy" comment as a disregard for "looting," an acceptance of such irresponsible and destructive behavior. Surely that is not your intended message. Is it?

Fredrick Lucas on June 21, 2020 9:59 AM

Carl you critique me but you leave Mike alone. I am not going to answer you.

Wizzer on June 21, 2020 1:04 PM

But you just did!

Carl on June 21, 2020 11:40 AM

Now Fred, please don't pout. Rest assured that I'll challenge Mike when he seems to be defending looters too.

Fredrick Lucas on June 20, 2020 1:58 PM

Happy June teenth to all. Happy Birthday to West Virginia. WHY DOES THE STATE CONTINUE TO LOSE POPULATION? Mike John Bolton has concluded that Trump is unfit to be president.

Mike Murphy on June 20, 2020 5:45 PM

Fred- What do you have to say for yourself and other libs who are causing rioting and looting because of your race baiting to gain political power????
Mountani Semper Liberi
Mike

Carl on June 20, 2020 3:01 PM

Fred, I'd bet that you know every bit as much as the rest of us on why WV is losing population. Your question seems disingenuous and provocative. Why do you ask?

Fredrick Lucas on June 20, 2020 8:26 PM

If the carona virus continues into October will we still hold the reunion? If we hold the reunion, should we do it during the daylight hours?

Carl on June 20, 2020 10:34 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, West Virginia
WOW! 157 years old; nearly the same as Mike & I combined. The three of us: ". . . how majestic and how grand."
[Well, WV and Mike anyway.]

Mike Murphy on June 20, 2020 11:51 AM

Thanks - I think?

Hope the Liberal Dems are happy they are well on their way to promoting an all out race war in the USA.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on June 20, 2020 12:02 PM

'twas meant as a compliment, Mike; to a man of your status and to your sense of humor, even -- perhaps especially -- when the material is not as funny as intended. MAGFAY

Elmo on June 19, 2020 5:55 PM

Where's cookie

ched on June 17, 2020 6:07 PM

My musical taste is simple but varied. Classic country, Bluegrass, gospel, and old R&R especially blues. I play in our church praise band so that is where the gospel come from although we also play some up tempo Christian contemporary. I Enjoy most all guitar music. My youngest daughter has a Masters degree in music and sings classic opera.( Fred would like it) She is a music teacher

Fredrick Lucas on June 17, 2020 5:38 PM

I am a fan of Romantica Flamenco music.In other words Spanish Guitar Music.

Carl on June 17, 2020 12:01 PM

While just one of millions, I'm one in those millions who is sorta special to me. And, also like milions of others, I've recently entered a special period of life. I'm calling mine "the basement years," even tho' I'm not yet into my 2nd one (thus qualifying for "years").
Anyway, spending more time at "the office" and virtually unsupervised, I'm finding more diversions. Recently, thanks to Pandora.com, I've expanded my music listening. Right now, I'm finding "gypsy music" very much to my liking. I enjoy • The Hot Club of San Francisco, • the Tin Hat Trio, and old-timers like • Django Reinhardt and • Stephane Grappelli.
Are there other PHS60ers out there who are similarly inclined?
Ched, I know that you like guitar pickers. What about you?

Fredrick Lucas on June 16, 2020 12:38 PM

I wear a mask when I go to the pharmacy and grocery store.From time to time I go to a restaurant. There are 807,000 people in Hamilton County. One hundred seventy five have died.

Edward Laufer on June 16, 2020 6:08 PM

Carl, I think you might be referring to the fireball of the Reds, Jim Maloney. Sad, but true I am certain it Flag Day in June 1965,while in college 90 minutes why don't we go down to see the Reds play the Mets. Oh. do we feel driving down and back that evening so we don'go.Later that evening some guys come into the coffee hangout on campus and yell Ed What a game you saw!

Edward Laufer on June 16, 2020 6:12 PM

We say we did not go, what happened. They say Mahoney stuck out 18 Mets , had a no hitter into the 11th and lost to the lowly Mets. The three of us say you sre kidding. No we are not. One of the 3 of us who was my college roommate still mumbles about it from time to time when we see each other. Oh my!

Edward Laufer on June 16, 2020 6:14 PM

That story is no Maloney!

Carl on June 16, 2020 7:22 PM

Edward, I rarely doubt what you say, but this story???
Is it the real Maloney or mere baloney [or bologne, as some might say]?

Carl on June 16, 2020 3:08 PM

Fred, you set a fine "masked" example in CVS and Kroger's.
But what about for Happy Hour at Maloney's Pub?

ched on June 15, 2020 9:33 PM

We have stayed pretty close to home but still go to the store as needed always wearing a mask and prcticing the distancing thing. Excessive hand washing is the norm.
Churches are starting to open up with limiting attendance as are resteraunts. Stay safe all .....

Linda Phlegar Mills on June 14, 2020 9:01 PM

Hope everyone is safe out there. I have been staying in my condo neighborhood since mid March here in Florida. Groceries delivered by Publix to my patio. I disinfect packaging and bring indoors. My sister, Gayle, lives in the same complex so we eat together a couple of times a week. Been learning to cook again! Was eating out most of the time and traveling a lot before this. Would like to hear about our ill classmates. Are Doug and Tracey doing okay?

Carl on June 15, 2020 9:20 AM

Good morning Linda. What a wonderful way to start the week by seeing you on the blog, and learning that you're safe, secure and well supported (sister & Publix).
In your comment re everyone being safe out there, I don't remember when the term "out there" carried more meaning. For about 3 months as we've been largely restricted to our homes, the world "out there" is where much of what we have long treasured and found comfort in now resides, and I sure miss it as I suppose most folks do.
So that's another reason to be thankful that you've re-appeared from "out there." WELCOME BACK!

Mike Murphy on June 14, 2020 5:34 PM

Speak of good thoughts, I was dreaming of good foods last night:
Goulash Soup - Bertschgaden Hoff
Fat Noodle soup- Nagoya w Nishiro Kawata Japanese counterpart
Shawama Dejag (chicken)- Saudi Arabia b n US -Leb Tav, Bethsda
Iskisher -Ankara Beef bread tomatoes w clarified butter pored ovr
Hamour Grouper Fish- Dubai grilled w leaks over basmati rice
Gumbo - Fairmont Hotel New Orleans
Oysters on Half Shell Felix's NO
Beef w homemade egg noodles Zurich
Pickled brook trout w potato salad ? Scotland
Keich - Perch Inn York England
Pizza - Paris
Masa- Kibi, Babahanosh, greap lvs Falafel, etc. - Aladin CRW
Ribs - Riblet Basket - Applebees
Breakfast - Neuhaveos Rancheros - San Antonio
Breakfast - Eggs, Bacon, Grld Hole wht tst, Crared Tomato slices
Filet Minyon - Trader Vicks St Louis
Barbecue Sandwich - Mooneys -Oblfd Prin Rd ???
Keep the Taste - What are your favorites?
Mike

Carl on June 14, 2020 6:07 PM

Sounds like sweet dreams Mike.
Hope you didn't wake to some terrible heartburn.

Carl on June 14, 2020 9:59 AM

You're a grand old flag.
You're a high-flying flag
And forever in peace may you wave.
You're the emblem of
The land I love
The home of the free and the brave.

Ev'ry heart beats true
Under red, white and blue
Where there's never a boast or brag.
But should old acquaintance be forgot
Keep your eye on the grand old flag.

It's Flag Day. Hip, Hip, hooray!

NOTE: The title of a wonderful Brazilian song is "Desafinado" meaning "Out of Tune." The lyrics to "You're a Grand Old Flag" seem out of tune these days. I think our country needs at least a brigade of cultural fine tuners. Fingers crossed.

Fredrick Lucas on June 11, 2020 11:19 PM

When I was working I spoke to a ballet dancer for the Cincinnti Ballet Company. They had returned from a concert in Williamson WV. She said when they arrived at the theater, a group of men gave them wolf whistles and yelled there go the dancing girls.

Carl on June 12, 2020 8:35 AM

Fred, I'm thrilled to learn this. I never suspected that WV men, especially in Mingo County, were such ballet lovers.
And, so welcoming of Ohioans.

Mike Murphy on June 11, 2020 7:54 PM

Sitting here watching the news and giving thanks that I live where I do and have the memories of the great upbringing in county mercer.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on June 11, 2020 4:49 PM

The Chordettes sang Mr Sandman and Lollipop on the Dick Clark American Bandstand These songs were among my favorites from that era

whizzer on June 10, 2020 10:18 AM

I don't like spiders and snakes and neither does Jim Stafford

Carl on June 9, 2020 12:06 PM

Who dat #4? since #3 was too easy.

When we were pretty young, who provided "the sweetest music this side of heaven"? I seem to remember listening to his radio show on Sundays, late afternoon or early evening.

Edward Laufer on June 10, 2020 9:46 AM

Unlike the extravaganza New Years Eve shows that are now on tv, I remember watching on our grainy black and white tv picture in the 1950,'s on New Years Eve, live from New York City, live from the Hotel Roosevelt ballroom,his Orchestra and the Royal Canadians. Smooth sounding music it was , as big band music popilarity was slowing fading into the sunset.

Carl on June 10, 2020 9:53 AM

Ed, if you thought your 50s TV was grainy black and white, you shoulda seen what it looked like on our radio.

Mike Murphy on June 9, 2020 8:40 PM

Was it a Guy named Lumbardo?

How about the song and artist for " and I shook it at her and said this frog is for you"

Keep the music alive
Mike

Carl on June 9, 2020 10:51 PM

BINGO!!! We have another quick winner.
What a clever bunch we PHS60ers are.
And what a pair you & I are, Mike:
You're a guy with Lombardo; I'm a guy with lumbago.
["... to-mah-to, to-may-to,
Lombardo, lumbago . . .
Let's call the whole thing off"]

Carl on June 9, 2020 9:54 AM

Who dat #3
Who, before becoming a successful comedian, was a rabbi?
He turns 92 today.
Here are a couple of his jokes:
My grandfather always said, "Don't watch your money, watch your health." So one day while I was watching my health, someone stole my money. It was my grandfather.

I've got a friend who is half-Jewish and half-Italian.
If he can't buy it wholesale, he steals it!

Edward Laufer on June 9, 2020 10:59 AM

Carl, It sounds like Jackie Mason who we have seen a number of times in New York. His rat tat tat type of humour would have the audience in stiches. He was so popular that he would appear in New York for several straight weeks at a time.

Carl on June 9, 2020 11:19 AM

Edward, that's a very good guess. However, with your obvious advantages -- plural -- I was hoping you'd say Yacov Moshe Maza (who sounds exactly like Jackie Mason for the best of reasons). What a career this guy has had. Apparently he's still performing, 14 years our elder.

Mike Murphy on June 8, 2020 6:41 PM

Pete - We need a report on our ailing classmates. You seem to be the most reliable in keeping up with and assisting them.
Hope your back pain is better - Try Bayer back and body, they work I am not sure about side effects?

Keep the faith
Mike

Carl on June 7, 2020 9:58 AM

Ahhhh, D-Day indeed
In the case of PHS60 I think the "D" stands for discreet or decorus or, maybe, demure.
June 6, 2020: our blog attracted not a single comment of outrage or orneriness, callousness or crabbiness, indignation or dismissiveness. (not even from me)
June 6, 2020: a date which will live in inexplicability.

Edward Laufer on June 8, 2020 2:50 PM

Thanks so much Carl and Mike for your good thoughts!

Mike Murphy on June 8, 2020 6:35 PM

Edward - You are most welcome dear friend. Please practice your Ballroom dance so that you can wow us at the next reunion.
Keep the faith
Mike

Carl on June 8, 2020 3:08 PM

Think nothing of it Edward. Just know that all of our -- i.e., mine & Mike's [I'm sure that I can speak for Mike on this] -- thoughts are pure, generous, insightful, enlightening, kind (or necessary) and a service to the greater good. How remiss we'd be if we weren't concerned anytime you appear to have gone missing. (:-}

Wizzer on June 7, 2020 7:00 PM

It's just a time warp back to Christmas Day 1914 in Europe.

Carl on June 7, 2020 10:23 PM

and a very welcomed one indeed

Mike Murphy on June 5, 2020 6:35 PM

Good to hear that our Broadway Ed is doing OK, hope the rioters and looters haven't affected your family.

how about an update on our ailing classmates ie Goings, Darla, Doug and Tracy etc. and it would be good to hear from those who read but normaly don't participate in the BLOG. Perhaps the monthly dinners could resume in July or August?
Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on June 5, 2020 12:19 PM

Good news friends. I just caught up to Edward Laufer. He & Sandy are safe and sound in their NYC digs. Like so many, they've been essentially cloistered for the past 3 months but appear to be in their usual good spirits. Having turned 78 yesterday, Edward seems to be handling old age very well.

ched on June 5, 2020 10:09 AM

I was there that day when Joe Thorn and Calvin Belcher got into a fisticuff. Rod was horrified and ran off. I cannot remember the outcome as I probably got away prettyfast also. Joe Thorn (being a ML pitcher. alwaays pitched batting practice and pitched to Rod harder than the rest of us. Buddy Belcher was the catcher and I took over the catching the following year after Buddy was "aged out " of Little League. Fun times our "allstar" team went pretty far up the elimination series before being eliminated.

Mike Murphy on June 5, 2020 6:41 PM

Ched - I did not see the fight but I heard Joe went after Calvin wit a bat and Calvin side steped him and cold cocked him with a right.
I must say Rod ws always nice to me and didn't display the cockyness of Joe the Police Chief!
Mike

Mike Murphy on June 4, 2020 7:52 PM

Just finished watching chapter 10 of The Last Dance about Michael Jordan and the Bulls. If you like Basketball you will love this series. My old Little league oponent Rod Thorn (Ched - I played for Wholsale Paint & Supply and American Block) is shown several times esp in chap 1.
Ched - I rember Joe Thorn being hard on Rod and was berating Buddy Belcher for being late for pre game and he and Dad Calvin Belcher (former WV golden gloves champ) got into it ,no need to say who won. Ask Buddy about it sometime.

Cookie - I agree someone needs a damn good leaving alone?
Keep the Faith
Mike

ched on June 5, 2020 11:14 AM

Peloci is a Catholic but not to sure about the devout part since she supports abortion of the unborn which is counter to the official Catholic position. This would seem to be a serious disconnect. Go figure !!!

Fredrick Lucas on June 5, 2020 11:30 PM

Fact check that Peloci was not going to increase appropriations for the family planning abortion group. The federal government has allocated funds to that group. The individual woman who wants an abortion must pay for the abortion from her funds. People can get help with family planning.

Pete Stephenson on June 4, 2020 3:38 PM

Pete here.I keep reading the rants here on the blog about our POTUS.Its true he held a bible up the other day, which leads me to believe he is a man of God.Although I saw where Nancy Pelosi did another one of her tearing up tricks.She tried to tear the bible up but needed help from an aid to get the tear started.It is hard to believe how far the leftist will go to hurt Trump.This lady and her minions are a disgrace to our country.Faith,Hope,and love.

Fredrick Lucas on June 4, 2020 3:56 PM

Pelosi is a devout Roman Catholic. Pete you have no evidence that she is tearing up a bible.

Cookie on June 4, 2020 3:29 PM

The blog was established, I think, to give our classmates a platform to reconnect, share news of our day-today lives and talk about our innocent and fun past. Thanks to the constant "fishing" on the part of Fred it has, like most forums, become a source of instigation. This is not the place. I'm pretty hard headed but I have come to the realization that he relishes the attention, is not open minded, gets a certain degree of pleasure out of it and enjoys the discourse. With that I'm out of here.

Carl on June 5, 2020 12:01 PM

Oh Cookie, Dear Cookie,
I am in awe of your strength, insight and self-discipline. To demonstrate the ability to disengage from the blog frustrations is incomprehensible to me. Please share your secret. I'm downright envious.

Fredrick Lucas on June 4, 2020 3:52 PM

Cookie Mike is the one who called protesters thugs. I don't see how the rector of St Johns Church is a thug. Mike won't correct my use of biblical
passages. Don't blame me for my thoughts on the riots.Cincinnati has now brought about calm. The curfew is now 11pm.

Carl there are those who destroyed property. In most cities they have been arrested. But not everyone does that. Barr used the wrong approcah by clearing the streets of peaceful protesters. Cookie you never chastise Mike or Ched. Just me. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

Fredrick Lucas on June 4, 2020 5:33 AM

When Trump held up the bible during the photo op he could have pointed out a number of very good statements such as love your neighbor as yourself. Though I walk through the shadows I will fear no evil .

He quoted nothing. Sad

Mike Murphy on June 4, 2020 1:58 PM

Fred- we are all well aware of your perspective that you hate Trump, how about expressing your anger at the looting, arson, destruction and murder perpertrated by the liberal left and Antifa?

Also you need to get your Bible quotes correct.

Pray for Peace and Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on June 5, 2020 8:45 AM

Mike I don't hate anyone. I disagree with Trump on many issues.

Fredrick Lucas on June 4, 2020 2:20 PM

Barr ordered peaceful protestors cleared by force so that Trump could have a photo op.The Episcopal Bishop was concerned that Trump would use the church as a prop for a photo op. The rector of St Johns was peacefully protesting with others when armed police shoved them out of the way so that Trump could have his photo op.She was outraged.

Mike why don't you correct my quote that we love our neighbor as ourselves.

Fredrick Lucas on June 4, 2020 8:02 PM

The ACLU has brought a lawsuit against Attorney General Barr for disrupting peaceful protests. In the process several people were injured and want their medical bills paid. This when Trump went to St.JOHNS Church for a photo op.

Carl on June 4, 2020 3:11 PM

Fred, your concern for St. John's church being used for a photo op is fair enough. But you haven't noted that this same church was set afire by rioters. Am I to conclude that the "mob arson" doesn't concern you as much as the President's presence there, Bible in hand?

Carl on June 4, 2020 1:18 PM

Fred, perhaps he feared -- as he would have reason to -- that had he quoted the Bible the mainstream media would have castigated him for not upholding the separation of church and state.

Mike Murphy on June 2, 2020 8:35 PM

Fred - The USA is burning down from thugs, while you are concerned about nit picking the President. What is your stance on the rioters? Most of the stuff you quoted about Trump is half truths and even if completly true it is of no consequense in improving race relations. Your constant Race baiting is getting not only old but dangerous.
Get over your Trump derangement Syndrome and give us some positive ways to improve Race Relations instead of nit picking!

Keep the Faith
Mike

ched on June 3, 2020 1:49 PM

Well said Mike ....mega dittos !!!

Fredrick Lucas on June 2, 2020 10:21 PM

Mike you live in a small hamlet in West Virginia where you are safe. There are no riots or curfews in that tiny hamlet or in the state of West Virginia.

We have another curfew in Cincinnati from 8pm-6am. The last riot occurred here in 2001. The mayor and police are doing what they can to ease tensions. Columbus, Cleveland Dayton and Toledo have problems.

Trump has left riots and looting to the states.

Fredrick Lucas on June 3, 2020 10:15 PM

Mike, I am presenting my perspective. I am not degrading you because you live in a small hamlet in West Virginia. There are many black men in our prisons . A number of these men come from single households headed by women who are receiving welfare and possibly have drug problems. Several years ago, Iwas told.by a principal of an inner city junior high school what happens to the boys. Most go to prison,

Mike Murphy on June 3, 2020 3:56 PM

Fred- asusual you miss the whole point, you think you are degrading me about where I live, but I would not change places with you for anything. I an proud to be a Mountaineer, who has lived in more metropolitan areas than you have visited.
Answer me this why are all of the cities experiencing looting and burning and shooting cops lead by liberal dem mayors?

Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on June 3, 2020 1:17 PM

Don't know what brought this to mind, but I still enjoy the Andy Griffith show, and I like a recurring line of dialogue when Andy says, "Well I declare, Barney, sometimes you just beat all."

Cookie on June 3, 2020 4:00 PM

I’m moving to Mayberry. Everyone is happy and no one is married.

Carl on June 3, 2020 7:56 PM

Well Cookie, I guess B follows A.

Tom Dillon on June 3, 2020 6:21 PM

But Cookie, can you imagine the shenanigans that went on in that little hamlet after the sidewalks were rolled up at night? Fishing is fun, but --. Mr. Lucas would be too shocked to say anything. And then again?

"Back Home in Indiana" after a grueling 2 and 1/2 day drive. Where did all the traffic come from? We were in two hour plus backups -- one was an accident, however the 2nd was due to "workmen" landscaping the shoulders and on the weekend.

Has anyone downsized their home recently? Where does one begin? Carl, your move? Any knowledge of PODS, U PACK?

Carl on June 4, 2020 1:37 PM

Tom, the most useful thing that I found for my move to F'burg was a heavy plastic container, made of tarp material, that essentially was a giant tote: 4' x 8' x 2' or thereabout. I bought it at Home Depot, opened and positioned it in my driveway, and loaded it, over several days, with anything that I wanted rid of. Then called the company to come get it, which they did.
Sadly, I can't remember the name of the product nor the company, but I liked the concept and thought the price was quite reasonable.

Fredrick Lucas on June 2, 2020 6:24 PM

Trump has some unusual ideas. He suggested dropping nuclear bombs into the eye of hurricanes. Although Dr Fauci has suggested that everyone should wear a mask during the pandemic Trump doesn't
wear one. He asked whether cleaners could be injested to help folks have better health. Health professionals said no.He was angry with twitter when they did fact checking. He accused Joe Scarboro of murder.

Fredrick Lucas on June 2, 2020 4:47 PM

The Episcopal Bishop of Washington DC was concerned that Trump used the church and Bible as a photo prop. He doesn't attend the church . The crowd was peaceful until the police with clubs cleared them out.

Cookie on June 2, 2020 5:17 PM

I guess you didn't hear me or better yet I guess you didn't give a crap. Hopeless.

Cookie on June 2, 2020 5:17 PM

I guess you didn't hear me or better yet I guess you didn't give a crap. Hopeless.

Mike Murphy on June 1, 2020 9:24 PM

I just finished watching Tucker Carlson. He gives an unbiased look at the Protests, Looting, Rioting and destruction that is happening. He takes on all politicians and leaders with an equality for all attitude.

His show is repeated on FOX News two more times tonight. I highly recommend no matter what your politics that you record and view it.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on June 1, 2020 8:28 PM

Our President continues to fail fact checks. Elizabeth Warren has been a lawyer s.pecializing in bankruptcy. She should not be called Pocahantas. That is a sign of disrespect.

ched on June 3, 2020 1:47 PM

She is a liberal socialist and for that reason deserves no respect. She can earn respect by supportin the US constitution as written and embrace conservative policies of personal responsibility. Even thogh she denies it, there is lots of evidence that she used her fake native American ancestery to her personal advantage. Sme lawyers ar moral and unethical and some are not. Hence the litany of "lawyer jokes"

Mike Murphy on June 2, 2020 3:13 PM

Respect is given where due.
Mike

Cookie on June 1, 2020 9:16 PM

You need to pray for the president that he can lead us out if this anarchy or we will no longer have a country. At this very monent I happen to have two family members defending your right to spew this nonsense. One is in full riot gear inside the nations capitol protecting your capitol against the mob. Today I drove my neighbor to our little town for day surgery. Unknown to us there was a protest directly across street at the courthouse. They were brought in on buses that we saw as we tried to get home and tear gas had to be deployed. I have never been so terrified. So with all due respect I’m in no mood to hear you bash the president. GIVE IT A REST. Now us not the time

ched on June 1, 2020 7:58 PM

Our President has been very clear. He stands with and supports the right of peacful protest and has so stated several times. The riots.looting and acts of arson are in most cases felonious acts and have countered tha act of protest of the Mr Floyds murder. And murdered he was at the hands of a bad officer. Both Rudy Guliani and Trey Goudy ( two menwhose legal judgement I respect) have both labled it ias first degree murder. That is not however cause for the anarchy. Much of the problem is with anarchists both white and black. I pray that the DOJ can prosecute a few thousand of them !

Fredrick Lucas on June 1, 2020 5:55 PM

Sunday evening the mayor of Cincinnati, set a curfew of 9pm. There were 307 people arrested for various infractions. They were sent to the Justice Center where they were fed and spent the night in the out of doors.In some cases there was rioting and looting. Their situation will be investigated and they will be tried.

Mike Murphy on June 1, 2020 5:13 PM

I hope all of you liberal democratic socialists are happy with the rioting and looting and burning we have in the wake of you calling everyone that does not agree with you Racist. BHO is calling for systamatic change which means to fall in line with Bernie, AOC, Gunter, Pocahontas, and poor Biden who is semi comotose.

Those of us who have achieved some monitary, personal and social sucess are to hand that over to the hollier than thou Democrats who will rule our lifes. No Thanks, condem and jail the rioters and shoot the church burners, and convict those who practice police brutality to the fullest.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on June 1, 2020 2:44 PM

Quite by coincidence, I come across this George Washington quote:
"To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace."
It seems to me that the same can be said of being prepared for violent protest.

Carl on June 1, 2020 1:04 PM

A new one on me. It brought a smile.
Today I spotted a really cute young woman driving a cute VW Beetle convertible. Her license plate read "2THCLNR."
What are the odds that she's not a dental hygienist?

Fredrick Lucas on May 31, 2020 5:32 PM

I agree with Ched that there were good teachers, Dorothy Lazenby, Berele Crockett Santon, Frances Moody, Howard Durr, Cam Wiley. During my time at Mercer School there were usually forty or more students in the classroom. California has only 23 students per teacher . Connecticut has 17. Optimum is 25-30.

Fredrick Lucas on May 31, 2020 7:10 AM

Last evening Cincinnati was one of the cities that had a curfew of 10 pm . There was rioting and looting in downtown the previous night.

I would like to wish the classmates who have June birthdays a happy birthday

The Cincinnati Elks Club of which I am a member will hold its first meeting in two months. When I come to Princeton, I stop by the local club for a meal. I also donate to the Elks Foundation. It has money for college scholarships.

Carl on May 31, 2020 6:12 PM

Fred, you say there "was rioting and looting in downtown" Cincinnati? Funny, I haven't heard of any of that occurring in West Virginia. What do you think accounts for that?

Fredrick Lucas on May 31, 2020 8:29 PM

Carl the percentage of low income minorities such as blacks and lations is far greater in such places as Cincinnati, Louisville, Baltimore, Atlanta, Minneapolis, New York City than in cities in West Virginia.

Mike Murphy on May 30, 2020 3:30 PM

Judge Sullivan is being Racist toward Flynn by not excuiting the judgement of the Justice Department.
Mike

Carl on May 30, 2020 12:54 PM

Two days hence -- I love saying "hence" -- I'll be singin'
"June Is Bustin' Out All Over"
(apologies to Richard Rodgers) because the month of the following five fabulous PHS60 birthdays will be upon us:
Sarah Evans Allen - June 3
Edward Laufer - June 4
Kay Hendrick Gammon - June 14
West Virginia (not really a classmate) - June 20
Tom Dillon - June 21
Aloma Rose Ashworth - June 25
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR ONES

Carl on May 30, 2020 1:04 PM

Carl, speaking of Edward Laufer, we haven't heard from him on the blog for a while.
I sure hope he's OK. Any word?

ched on May 30, 2020 6:23 PM

Cookie and all: I could not agree more. The term skilled trades is widely misunderstood as brings up mundane imiges of the old fashione grease monkey. And for sure there is a need for highly trrained automotive technicians but it reaches much fatther. Industrial maintenance has changed in a BIG way. Industry needs techs who can worrk on and program PLCs (machine control computors) as well as perform mechanical work expertly. The field is called Mechatronics. Graduates of these programs have an equivalent of a 2 year associates degree.. Also needed are properly trained and licensed electricians and , refrigeration experts. Tennessee is answering this need in their community college programs which is free to TN residents. This has continued to fuel the increased industrial investment in Tennessee. As you so correctly stated this needs to be communicated as a great career option in our highschools.

Delores on May 29, 2020 11:07 PM

Ched: I had to respond to this one regarding skilled trades. I spent 30 years in Career & Technology Education and it was an uphill battle each and every day. When I think back on it I think I can identify two areas that challenged our success in ushering students into the programs. 1. The school district was a majority miniority county and the parents shuttered thinking their children would use their hands to learn a living. They felt post secondary education was the only answer since all their children were going to be doctors, lawyers, etc. Their kids took a strictly academic high school program--no marketable skill training--went off to college for.....maybe a semester, dropped out, came home and sat in their parents basement. 2. The school leadership from superintendent on down at every administrative level including principals had a strictly academic background--went from high school to college and on to a PHd. Probably 90 percent of them never spent a day in private industry much less could wire a house, install an air conditioning unit or put in a toilet. Most had to call AAA to change a tire.
You can't believe the number of times I've talked to parent groups trying to explain to them that if their children developed a three year high school plan of study that combined required academic courses coupled with some vocational courses they would leave high school prepared to go both to college and would have a marketable skill.
One of our showcase projects was the student built house project. We purchased a 10 acre tract of land, subdivided it and over the next 15 years built a house each year that usually sold the day of dedication. It was a joint project with all departments in Career Education involved...even the Home Economics students got involved decorating it for the opening and the business students managed the finanical end of it.
I spent a full year developing a notebook that outlined that 3 year plan for every career technology/vocational program we offered coupled with the academic courses they needed to meet state graduation requirements. It included opportunities for internships and for concurrent college enrollment. From time to time I run across some of the students who saw the light and are now in their 40s running their own company and making close to 6 figures. I suppose its now on a shelf in a closet somewhere in the system. Strangely enough I found my copy a few weeks back when I was renovating my garage. Looked through it and had a good laugh thinking God there is nothing new under the sun.
Sorry to ranble on for so long but this is a subject near and dear to my heart. Its just plain ole common sense. Didn't we learn that on Brush Creek?
Take care.

Mike Murphy on May 30, 2020 3:25 PM

Cookie - you are right on about Career Education and Ched Tenessee has one of the best programs in Post secondary tech ed. We have been over sold on higher ed. The philosophy in colleges and Universities has more to do with feelings and paying pentance for the sins of our ansestors. The left will not be satisfied until they have an all out race war to get their aims of making us a socialist society completly controlled and dependant on "Govment".
Keep the faith
Mike

ched on May 29, 2020 7:56 PM

Over all I thimk we had great teachers. Thei saleries may or may not been up to the national scale but they prepareed us well. Just look at our class. Sucesses abound. Too many enumerate here but our early education was great and I am thankful,
My final comment relates to the need to place more emphaseis on education in the skilled trades area. From my personal experience in industrial manufacturing, we rely too much on the technical training of those trained in the military. Technical schools need to ramp up to meet the demand.... just sayin'

Mike Murphy on May 29, 2020 4:39 PM

I appologize if I indicated that Mercer County did not have some good and excellent teachers. I have visited all 55 counties and have observed many Voc and academic teachers and have served on several North Central Accredition Committees evaluating county education programs and have done so nationally for Job Corps and internationally in several countries. Mercer County in my opinion was comperable to most. One exceptional teacher was Jack French Jr who taught me enough English in Jr High to coast through 10 -12.
Naturally the gad fly would take the opportunity to down grade Wv. I am not sure which Jackson County he is referancing, but Teachers insurance come through the stat of wv not the county and has been adequate and commencerate of that of Ohio since I was Teaching 63-66 in Mercer county also had the same insurance as Teachers with State Dept of Education 66-82.
Teacher salaries are low and need to be increased every where.

Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on May 29, 2020 8:08 PM

Mike I referred to Jackson County WV. My friends are in their '80's.

Fredrick Lucas on May 29, 2020 2:18 PM

Carl Coaches lambert and Brown left teaching for jobs in the private sector.Cam Wiley took a job at Blacksburg High. Ann Eaton and Melvin McClain left for jobs in other states

Fredrick Lucas on May 29, 2020 2:09 PM

Carl, I have two friends who are from Jackson County.She earned a Masters in Education and he earned an MS in Math from Penn State. They were teaching in Jackson Cou.nty when she became pregnant.The county didn't have a medical plan. They left Jackson County and took teaching jobs at Princeton Ohio High.Not only did they receive a salary increase of $8000 each but they received health insurance coverage. She had another child . Both have graduated and have good jobs. Her Dad was President of Glenville State. Her mom had dinner parties for students to teach them table manners.

Carl on May 29, 2020 2:47 PM

Fred, I gotta hand it to you; you're quite the chronicler.
Do you happen to know her blood type? (:-}

Fredrick Lucas on May 29, 2020 5:10 AM

Mike you discussed your impressions of teachers in Mercer County. Compared to other areas, salaries were low. A number of faculty left Mercer County for other areas. Salaries in my area were about $10000 higher per year than in Mercer County.

Carl on May 29, 2020 11:09 AM

Fred, your point is a good one. (Shazam! Did I really just say that?)
WV teacher pay has been quite low historically. Many WV natives chose out-of-state teaching jobs (e.g., in VA, OH, PA, MD & FL) and who could blame them? (Many of these received excellent teacher training in WV colleges.) Market forces played a large role. With WV historically being a poor state, it's no surprise that teacher salaries would be suppressed there. And, in general, you get what you pay for.
However, the other side of "Mike's coin" is the number of excellent teachers who stayed. We've had quite a number of comments on this blog re excellent teachers during our Princeton school years. Here's to competence, caring and dedication to profession.
American businessman Lee Iococca spoke eloquently about the profession, including this: "In a completely rational society, the best of us would be teachers and the rest of us would have to settle for something else.” But in a capitalistic system, you can't attract the best if you're unwilling to pay the freight. That America has produced so many excellent teachers is a tribute to the human spirit.
So Fred, your point is a good one. And I've added my 2 cents to it . . . yet again.

Mike Murphy on May 28, 2020 5:43 PM

I just finished watching the mimi series Grant on the History channel. I have a different perspective on Grant and the Civil War. I think Mills was my American History and he bored the hell out of me and others. When I think back and after teaching, we had some pretty bad teachers, especially those who would have the class read sections of the text out loud during class. piss poor preparation. Highly recommend watching Grant
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on May 28, 2020 4:02 PM

Carl there is nothing outrageous about my description of the CBS reporter. Trump told her to ask the question of Chinese authorities.He then closed the interview.

ched on May 28, 2020 7:39 PM

I watche most all of Trumps news conferences which were intended to be transparent updates on the status of the pandemic in the USA. He allowed the reporters to as questions of Dr Fauche, Dr Birx and other medical experts. Very unfortunately some of the reporters try to ask "gotcha" questions which were an attempt to embarass the President. They should know by now that he will not put up with that kind of disrespectful behavior. I commend him for not putting up with that crap

Mike Murphy on May 28, 2020 5:36 PM

Fred - sorry your little feelings were hurt by our great President. You might try ex lax for your extreme case of Trump Derangement syndrome.
Mike

Carl on May 28, 2020 4:41 PM

Fred, I neither stated nor implied even a hint of outrageousness re the Trump-CBS reporter issue. My comment speaks directly and solely to your choice of the word "oriental." Surely you're aware, as I pointed out, that language occupies a cultural minefield in America. Even the most innocent and well-meaning statement that violates the speech and thought police can produce the most brutal and widespread reaction directed at the speaker. [Did you really not understand my message?]

Fredrick Lucas on May 28, 2020 12:59 PM

Sadly, Trump also referred to Senator Elizabeth Warren as Pocahantas. Why does he keep going after professsional women? Last week Trump closed the news conference because he didn't like the question asked, by a CBS reporter of oriental descent.

Carl on May 28, 2020 2:11 PM

Fred, because of my fondness and respect for you, I offer a small but important piece of advice. You referred to "a CBS reporter of oriental descent." That expression risks exposing you to attack, ridicule, hostility and other forms of disapproval and attempts to humiliate.
Firstly, the proper term for several decades has been "Asian" in describing anyone from, well, Asia. Secondly, your failure to capitalize "oriental" might be adjudged to be demeaning. Our country sometimes seems overrun by thought and speech police whose venom is copious and extremely toxic. I shudder to imagine you becoming the target of such outrage. PLEASE BE MORE CAREFUL for goodness sake.

Fredrick Lucas on May 28, 2020 3:45 AM

I forgot to mention that I get news frolm PBS and Radio France International. My news about things British comes from the BBC

Fredrick Lucas on May 28, 2020 3:38 AM

Z Brzezinski was a National Security Advisor to Jimmy Carter.He was educated at Harvard, McGill in Montreal and Harvard Law School

Fredrick Lucas on May 28, 2020 12:40 AM

Cookie Ched and Mike are always on the far right. I try to find sources that are more centerist. I get a tremendous amount of data from the New Tork Times, Washington Post, CBS News and MSNBC. I try to cite sources that I find in these news outlets.

Donald Trump refuses to wear a mask. Dr. Fauci wears one. So do I.Donald referred to Katy Tur a responsible journalist as little Katy.Donald is now accusing Joe Scarboro of murder. He is with MSNBC. He was a congressman from Florida. His wife is Mica Brazenski who is the daughter of the late Zbignew Brazenski, Secretary of State when Jimmy Carter was president.

ched on May 28, 2020 9:24 AM

New York Times, Washingon Post,CBS and MSNBC... centrist ???? really ???? ya gotta be kidding !!!
And speaking for myself : I am not "far right" just a true conservative believing in the US Constitution as written not an evolving document to be reinterpreted according to the whims of the times. I believe in personal responsibility and all are given an opportunity to suceede and pursue happiness but guaranteed neither.

Cookie on May 28, 2020 12:55 AM

Zbignew was not Secretary of State. I believe your choice of news sources fail to be balanced. They are far from Center. Why do you suppose Donald fired a shot aross Mika's bow.......since 2016 both she and Joe have been on the attack and he finally fired back. They sucked up to him until they found out he wasn't interested....I watch them from time to time when I want a good laugh. P.S. Mika is pleased with herself. During the Obama administration you would notice her constantly watching her phone and texting during the morning broadcast. Do you know why Fred? I DO!!!!!!

Fredrick Lucas on May 27, 2020 7:14 PM

Stuart Gerdson is 76 years old . He earned his law degree from Georgetown University and served as a debate coach for Geeorge W. Bush.

ched on May 27, 2020 8:51 PM

An article in the liberal Washington Post is biased in my opinion. A law degree means little in terms of accurate and objective opinions. Sullivan is oversteping his authority in several areas in the opinion of several expert legal ( lawyer) opinions Ive read or seen on the news. I thought a judge's role was to preside over a case and administer the appropriate sentence. In the case of Flynn, the prosecutor (DOJ) has dropped all charges.
You will see. Sullivan will be rebuffed in the end !!!

Cookie on May 27, 2020 11:33 PM

THANK YOU CHED. Judge Sullivan is not a prosecutor...and the Department of Justice dropped the case. There is nothing to sentence him for Fred.
Sullivan is a Clinton appointee with deep liberal bias.

Fredrick Lucas on May 27, 2020 7:01 PM

I think that we should pause to remember those people throughout the world who have died from the virus. No more family gatherings graduations, marriages, even business closing. No more hugs and kisses.

Fredrick Lucas on May 27, 2020 6:54 PM

According to an article in the Washington Post Stuart Gerson stated that in his opinion Judge Sullivan is doing a fine job. Sullivan has not yet made a decision.

ched on May 27, 2020 12:21 PM

Judge Sullivan is not unbiased as related to Flynn . Read up on the several actions and statements he has made which fly in the face of impartiality. He even tried to drum up more charges against Gen. Flynn. I see not how he can do that as he is not the prosecutor. Flyn will ultimately be officially acquitted an I hope he sues those who wronged him.
One more comment: Anxiously awaiting indictments coming from John Durham. His is a criminal investigation

Fredrick Lucas on May 26, 2020 12:36 PM

Mike, Attorney General Barr has decided not to prosecute President Obama or the Vice Presient Biden in the Flynn affair. Flynn met with Judge Sullivan who will determine a sentence for Flynn. Flynn asked for more time prior to sentencing. He was given more time.

Fredrick Lucas on May 26, 2020 8:33 PM

Cookie you and Mike need to provde a reliable source.We don't know how Judge Sullivan will rule.

Carl on May 27, 2020 4:45 PM

Fred, we've had numerous debates over several years now, and they have enough common elements to lead me to a question. Is it terribly frustrating for you, as I imagine it must be, 1) to always have trusted sources on your side -- even if it's a medical tech working out at your gym -- when you cite one, and undeniable validity in your "facts" when you don't and 2) to find so few "sources" cited by your debate opponents or to find that their sources are so easy to ignore or dismiss? And what do you think explains this phenomenon? [No source required; just asking your opinion.]

Cookie on May 26, 2020 2:55 PM

Fred: You left out the part about Sullivan being in a little hot water. Judge Sullivan's actions are unprecedented so say legal scholars and as of Saturday he had hired an attorney which is also a little eye opening. Flynn isn't going to be sentenced to anything. Don't ask for my source. Look it up.

Mike Murphy on May 26, 2020 1:57 PM

Fred -as usual you are about half right. Turn about is fair play take their house and prosecute them including the judge.
Source Fox news
Mike

Mike Murphy on May 25, 2020 6:30 PM

Happy Memorial Day esp to our Vets!
Mike

Tracy French on May 25, 2020 3:29 PM

Cookie: Did you ever know who he shooter was or what was going on at the Crossroads?

Cookie on May 25, 2020 3:49 PM

Nope! Just another night at the Crossroads Grill!

Tom Dillon on May 25, 2020 11:26 AM

Carl, Denver played Gilligan on "Gilligan's Island". I would have to do some significant research to come up with the character on Dobie Gillis -- Perhaps something like "Maynard" or "Leonard" -- definitely ended with a nard.

Carl on May 25, 2020 11:50 AM

Tom, please forgive me. It certainly wasn't my intention to require significant research on anyone's part. While I knew the name, I wanted to be sure of its spelling, so I searched on "dobie gillis" and what should pop up on the next screen? A photo of Bob Denver with a "Maynard G. Krebs" caption.
Excuse me now; I must lie down for a while. (:-}

Cookie on May 24, 2020 10:01 PM

i don’t know where Harry Gentry was from but he lived in the Thornton Homes during that time. Thornton Homes was a group of houses across from the Green Tree on the property where Andy Clark Auto is now located. Matthew King lived in a house directly in front of them. Used to ride my bike out there every day and get candy bars from Deskins Market and frozen custard from the custard stand. My famous memory of the custard stand was the night daddy drive us out there and the debate was whether mother or I would get out to get the order. I insisted on it being me. As I stood at the window a shot rang out from the Crossroads Grill and went through the glass directly over my head. Fortunately I wasn’t my full 5 foot 9 inches at that point. My mother was however that tall. I guess I saved my mom that night. I remember Harry having a really good radio voice.

Carl on May 25, 2020 10:18 AM

Cookie, that's some story, and well told (as usual): "A Shoot-out at the Custard Stand" could be an Arlo Guthrie song.
I too remember that Gentry had a good radio voice. Coincidentally, I've been told that I have a face for radio.

Cookie on May 24, 2020 10:04 PM

Correction. The market was Marvest not Deskins. Mike knows how Marvest got its name. Right Mike?

Mike Murphy on May 25, 2020 6:21 PM

Cookie- I do remember owners Martin and Vest. My brother Jimmie worked there during HS and ran around with Martin's son also Vest had a son and daughter that were older than me. Barbara Calfee's Dad was the butcher there. consumed many groceries from there also got my tennis shoes there (not nikes).
Never was in a shoot out at Crossroads but watched several fights inside and out. Carried pint under belt to spike beer. It was kind of dumb to not allow liquor by the drink which forced you to buy quantity?
Mike

Cookie on May 25, 2020 7:19 PM

Mike: I knew I could count on a fellow Brush Creeker. The Vest boy was Eddie but I can’t remember the Martin boy. Several Christmas’ our toys came from there. About the Grill. I know a few local wives who threatened to burn it down.

Tracy fRENCH on May 24, 2020 8:33 PM

Harry Gentry was the actual name for the WLOH announcer.

ched on May 24, 2020 5:09 PM

Forgot to say : Little Buddy Radio FM 93.1 is a Princeton WV Station

ched on May 24, 2020 5:06 PM

WLOH they used to say stood for W e Love Ole Honeycutt or alternatively : We Love Our Hills. Take your choice.
Little Buddy Radio founded by the late Bob Denver is cool. Their play list is great.It is now run by his widow Dreama
Avilable on line too also Alexa will play it.... Just ask !!

Carl on May 24, 2020 5:19 PM

And a fine station it is, Ched.
Another question: What lovable, loony character did Bob Denver play on a popular TV sitcom
from 1959 - 1963?

Tom Dillon on May 25, 2020 9:35 AM

Wasn't Denver a side kick to Dobie Gillis? What about the mate on the "Minnow"?

Carl on May 25, 2020 10:20 AM

Tom, you're warm, very warm.
But my question is what "character" did he play?

whizzer on May 23, 2020 6:07 PM

where do they go, those smoke rings I blow, each night

Carl on May 23, 2020 6:30 PM

Winner. WINNER! We have a winner.
I'm not sure who it is. Man or woman.
Fact or fiction. But "Whizzer" is the winner.
Does everyone recall "Smoke Rings," a WLOH radio program in the 50s? I can still hear the Platters being spun.
1) Does anyone remember what years the program aired?
2) Does anyone remember who hosted it?
3) Does anyone remember other details?
Congratulations Whizzer.

Cookie on May 23, 2020 7:41 PM

Was it Gentry?

Carl on May 24, 2020 1:33 PM

Cookie, Gentry rings a bell with me, but I don't know the answers to my 3 quetions, so maybe others can help here. Confirmation anyone? Clarification? Was it you Whizzer?
Another ?: was Gentry a local resident? his real name? first or last?
Other WLOH memories anyone?

Carl on May 23, 2020 4:56 PM

OK, last clue:
"Where do they go, those ____ _____. . ." [WLOH]

Tracy French on May 23, 2020 3:54 PM

The blogger is none other than Fred Lucas. Congratulations Fred on making it to school on time 60 years ago.

Fredrick Lucas on May 22, 2020 12:04 PM

Dr Fauci does not forsee a vaccine for the virus before the year end. He has suggested that if we remain 6 feet apart and wear a mask, we should be alright. Yesterday I got a haircut. Both of us wore a mask. We did alright.

If the tables and chairs are cleaned and are set up so that there is a distance of 6 feet between us, Iwill come. I will wear a mask.

Ohio has cancelled the state fair.

Tracy French on May 22, 2020 11:58 AM

Carl, after doing a search on YouTube I see Peggy Lee's "Where Do The Go" so I suppose "they" refers to the days past when we were young.

Tracy French on May 22, 2020 11:52 AM

Carl, would it be Peter, Paul and Mary and Where Have all the Flowers Gone?

Carl on May 22, 2020 11:29 AM

Another lyric challenge. This one should be in the memory hole of nearly every PHS60 member:
What does "they" refer to in this opening line of a popular song:
"Where do they go . . .?"

ched on May 22, 2020 10:17 AM

Kristoferson's "Why Me Lord" is a powerful song !!!
" Why me Lord what have I ever done,,,,, "???

Tracy French on May 21, 2020 9:40 PM

Carl: I guess I'm on the fence about the reunion. It all depends on the virus. I would not want to miss a reunion but if the virus is spreading I would most likely not go.

I use to deliver The Baltimore American, Sunset News and the Bluefield Dily Telegraph. Freeman Brock was my best customer for the The Baltimore American because he took 5 papers each week so he could work a puzzle and send it in. I don;t know if he ever won or not.

Mike Murphy on May 21, 2020 6:58 PM

Said Singer was also known for "Burning Down The House"

Interesting note song writter Cris Kristoferson born in Damaam SA also sang Freedoms just another word for nothin left to lose, nothin aint worth nothin but its free. I prefered Janis Joplins rendition, what a set of pipes?
Keep the Faith
Mike

ched on May 21, 2020 3:52 PM

If we have a reunion, I would plant to attend. Hopefully things will be more settled by then.

Carl on May 21, 2020 2:40 PM

Hear Ye, Hear Ye!!!
2020 Reunion Inquiry:
I may soon mail a survey question to all classmates re our 2020 reunion. But since you've raised the issue, I'd like to hear from bloggers. The question is:
If we hold an October 2020 reunion, are you likely to attend?
__ YES __ NO
If you'd like to provide feedback, but not on the blog, email me at carl.thomason@verizon.net. Thanks

Fredrick Lucas on May 21, 2020 4:06 AM

Carl if the pandemic continues we might have to consider a virtual reunion.I delivered about every weekend the Bluefield Telegraph to the Kendrick home. Just about every weekend boys would be playing basketball on the court where a net had been set up.

Recently I spoke with a man who was in the same fraternity as Ken at WVU. He and the other vets wanted to organize a veterans golf tournament. Ken d onated $5000 to the tournament. As I recall Ken was a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity

Mike Murphy on May 21, 2020 3:00 PM

Fred- You are in luck Pipestem opened for business today w 30% discounts thru summer. Ops sorry open for West Virginia Residents only.

I think it is a little early to be considering whether or not to have the Reunion this fall. Things may be completly different by end of June. Reopening will tell us a lot about chances for infection. I worry that more of us might not be around in 2 years. As a great singer said Life gets much more precious when there is less of it to loose. Quess who?

Keep the faith
Mike

Tom Dillon on May 21, 2020 5:26 PM

Mike, without using Goggle, remember Chris Christopherson singing a lyric akin to "Freedom is having nothing else to loose". Not quite your quote.
Due to Kay's compromised health issues, we would not plan to attend a reunion if held this year. I would not attend alone for concern that I would carry something back home.
Although Carl's survey will not and should not confound the issue of just attendance this year, should we bloggers discuss the options of postponement until next year, or a Mini-reunion, or other alternatives?

Carl on May 21, 2020 11:42 AM

Fredo, I never knew that you were a newspaper carrier -- what we once sexistly referred to as a "paper boy." No wonder you seemed to always have money for a cherry Coke. Good for you.

Tom Dillon on May 21, 2020 11:07 AM

Spoke with St. Clair yesterday. He had no knowledge whether Kendricks had gone to another high school (military school) or not.

Fred, Terry was asking about the reunion also because of the pandemic. He was going to call Patty/Myron to see what the thinking might be. Many medical pundits are suggesting an increase in positive virus cases in the fall possibly masked by the normal flu season.

We start back up the road to Indiana next Friday and hopefully will come back to Venice by Sept. 1 "never to return". OK, from what song did that last phrase come from (Cookie, sorry for the poor grammar)?

Carl on May 21, 2020 12:10 PM

Tom, that's a tough one: "never to return." I know that poor Charlie on the MTA "never returned" -- no, he never returned -- but that doesn't help me to know who was "never to return." Hmmm (he ruminates while scratching his head).
I think you got me on this one.

Fred, help me out. It just occurred to me that I may recall this ("non tornare mai più") from La bohème which I happened to catch on NPR's opera series this past Sunday. What say you?

Cookie on May 21, 2020 12:02 PM

Kingston trio. All night long he’d ride through the station crying what will become of me ......did he ever return no he never returned .....

Tom Dillon on May 21, 2020 12:18 PM

OK, too easy.

Who wrote "Pine Tree Mambo"?

Did anyone else try to sell the publication - I want to say "Grit" newspaper/magazine?

Carl on May 21, 2020 12:43 PM

"Pine Tree Mambo"? Really Tom. You made that up, right?
Here's a historical fact that you might find interesting:
Everyone knows that Wm. Shakespeare wrote Julius Caesar, but did you know that Caesar never wrote back?

Fredrick Lucas on May 20, 2020 7:36 PM

Annie Glenn had a speech impediment. She stuttered and was difficult for her to communicate. She got help from a speech and hearing center.In her '80's she was invited to speak to the Speech and Hearing classes at Ohio State

Fredrick Lucas on May 19, 2020 9:15 PM

Annie Glenn wife of John Glenn. the astronaut and United States Senator from Ohio died this past week. She was 100 years old. She suffered complications from the coronavirus . This contributed to her death.Her husband John died four years ago. He was 96 years old.

The author Doris Kearns Goodwin who works at Harvard is an avid baseball fan. She takes her grandchildren to see the Red Sox games.

Becky Novarro on May 19, 2020 11:31 AM

The picture of #25 on the track team is of course Mike. Were you just funnin when you asked? My how the team has changed!

Carl on May 19, 2020 11:36 AM

Becky, if it's not clear that I'm funnin', then funnin' is still the way to bet. Anyway, I thought it was a good start to our "Who dat?" series.
See Tracy's "Who dat?" question below.

Fredrick Lucas on May 19, 2020 10:14 AM

Carolyn Eberly Blaney died this past week. She was 96. She graduated from WVU in 1946. She majored in Speech. Her parents developed a Foundation to give scholarships to students at WVU and in western Pennsylvania. The College of Arts and Sciences is now the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences.

Tracy French on May 19, 2020 9:30 AM

60 years ago today, according to the 1960 Tiger annual, one of our bloggers made it to schol on time. Who can identify that blogger?

Mike Murphy on May 18, 2020 4:32 PM

Rod Thorn has been in the news lately re his choosing Michael Jordan in the NBA draft. Jordan was undoubatably one of the greatest of all times. I saw him play in person against Bullets in landover, so far away it was hard to see his brilliance, Also got to see Larry Bird in Boston at an exhibition game in his last years, still it was amazing how fast he moved. I remember watching Jerry West WVU vs Cincinatti &Oscar Ribinson play on TV w my mother for the Championship. one of the commentators when asked if West was ready for th Pros said he was more than ready. Although only about 6'6" west had a problem of hitting his head on the bankboard when rebounding.
The Basebaal team photo brought back memories of little league, W Ken Kendrick Buddy Belcher, Mack Parks, Rod Thorn, Kenn Ellis and others. Mack was coach for Greenbrier East and I haven,t heard about Ken Ellis forever, He and I were on the little league all star team and we lost to Lewisberg but Ken had a great game.
Any News on Ellis or Parks?
Keep the Faith
Mike - 25?

ched on May 19, 2020 4:02 PM

Mike I saw the comments from Rod on "The Last Dance" series. Years ago when I lived in Memphis TN, Rod was playing for the (then) St.Louis Hawks. They played several games in Memphis ( some sort of contractural arrangement) Rod would leave complementrary game tickets for me. On one occasion I was invited by Rod to go eat with the team after the game. ... kinda cool memory.
I played on the Little league and Pony League teams with that group. Joe Thorn was always our coach and he pushed Rod HARD !!!! I remember that our Little League team was sponsored by Mercer Motors

Carl on May 18, 2020 5:12 PM

Mike, I lost track of Kenny Ellis from my PHS60 mailing list some 20+ years ago. Never got a response from him from any of my mailings to Goodslettsville, TN, and eventually his mail started bouncing back.
***Thanks to a new person locator service that I've recently subscribed to, I just located Ken in Arden, NC (just south of Asheville). I'm adding him back onto my mailing list.
Mac Parks has been in Lewisburg forever. He was a regular at our reunion 'til 2010. Once he retired from teaching/coaching, he became very active as a caddy at the Greenbrier. Looks like he has been earning so much, or enjoying himself so much, that he wasn't able to break away for subsequent reunions/mini-reunions. Check out the "2010 Reunion Photos" tab above and you'll find Mac right in front of Dillon & Goings in the full-class pic.
*** CLICK ON THE PHOTO & IT WILL ENLARGE ***

Tracy French on May 18, 2020 1:40 PM

I agree with Cookie and Ched.

Carl on May 18, 2020 4:22 PM

Congratulations classmates on our very successful first-ever game
of "Who dat?"
I look forward to future episodes.

25 on May 17, 2020 6:52 PM

That is me

Carl on May 18, 2020 1:33 PM

Ched & Cookie seem to think the trackin'/truckin' mystery man is "Mike." I think they mean our Mike Murphy. (I studied that photo for hours and couldn't shake my impression that it was Conway Twitty. I've since discovered that Conway was born in 1933, so I guess I'm wrong.) So I'm going with Ched & Cookie:
Well played Mike (aka 25).

Carl on May 18, 2020 10:25 AM

25, were you also in the 54's during the 1950s?

Gimme a 10-4 or 86 please.

Tracy French on May 17, 2020 4:44 PM

Carl: That's Russell Sink in the picture.

Carl on May 17, 2020 4:49 PM

Tracy, I think that Russell is 4th-from-right wearing the wide-brim hat. Am I wrong?
I'm asking about #25.

HELP US, ANYONE!

Cookie on May 18, 2020 9:05 AM

Looks like Mike to me.

Carl on May 17, 2020 1:26 PM

I'm waiting for someone to identify the person on our Track Team -- see "Yearbook pics" tab above and scroll down -- who is standing, 2nd-from-left.
***CLICK on the photo to ENLARGE.

whizzer on May 17, 2020 11:22 AM

rabbi signa coran death- how relevant to us phs people

Fredrick Lucas on May 17, 2020 12:30 PM

Wizzer I don't reply to those who refuse to identify themselves.

Wizzer on May 19, 2020 6:10 AM

Well Fred, it looiks like you just did.

Fredrick Lucas on May 17, 2020 9:41 AM

Tracy, I am pleased that you are making progress in your problems with cancer. Phyllis George who was a former Miss America and the first woman to announce an NFL game died. She was 70 years old.She had been married to , former Kentucky Governor . John Y Brown. They were divorced. They had two children. Rabbi Signa Coran of Cincinnati also died. She was 54 and is survived by her husband and four children. She was a kind and caring rabbi . She served the Rockdale Temple.

Ched on May 15, 2020 9:36 PM

Tracy great news and a significant millestone on your road to recovery !!!
Ken Kendrick has had quite an amazing career. Another testimony to our great hometown.

Tom Dillon on May 17, 2020 12:54 PM

Terry St. Clair and I got to know the young Kendricks through our working in his father's mens clothing store on Mercer Street. Kenny and his mother (very attractive lady) would often come into the store and Kenny would work with us occasionally on Saturdays and always during the Christmas season.
I remember Kenny as being rather tall for his age and somewhat soft looking (sort of a chubby Momma's boy). He was however, a very good athelete primarily in basketball and baseball. He coached my brother Bob in little league baseball and Bob still remembers Kenny telling him that "You never swing on a 3-0 pitch".
Kenny's father Earl had previously owned and operated the service station on the southwest corner of the circle across from the court house. Earl sold the station and then purchased the clothing store. Earl was a barrel-chested, gregarious, somewhat loud, and intimidating gentleman (reminded me of a golden gloves boxer) and Kenny was shy in comparison.
The young Kendricks may have gone to Greenbriar Military Academy his senior year. Terry will remember as we had moved to Florida.

Ched, we purchased our condo in Venice, Florida.

Carl on May 17, 2020 1:19 PM

Another interesting Kendrick family fact. As Tom noted, the father was named Earl. Earl had two sons. "Ken" (the older son) was also named Earl (Jr. I guess) -- not Ken, which was his nickname. Ken's younger brother was known as "Rick." I don't know what his legal name was but I'm pretty sure that "Rick" was a nickname. The two brothers "inherited" nicknames based on the father's surname. Thus, Ken & Rick Kendrick.

Carl on May 15, 2020 10:54 AM

Woohoo, PHS61 luminary.
My little local paper alerted me to a big piece of baseball news. The following is from the National Baseball Hall of Fame website:

Thursday, May 14, 2020
(COOPERSTOWN, NY) – Ken Kendrick has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. “Ken Kendrick has been an unwavering friend of the National Baseball Hall of Fame for years, and we are honored to welcome him to the Museum’s Board of Directors,” said Jane Forbes Clark, Chairman.
A native of Princeton, W.Va., Kendrick is an alumnus of West Virginia University and sits on the Board of Directors for the WVU Foundation. After receiving a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from WVU in 1965, Kendrick started his career with IBM. Three years later, he founded Datatel, Inc., which has become the worldwide leader in the development of computer software for the management of infrastructure technology for colleges, universities and foundations.
Kendrick also owns Bumble Bee Ranch, which is devoted to providing western lifestyle experiences to children's charities throughout Arizona. He is active in many philanthropic endeavors, beginning with his role as Chairman of the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation. As a prostate cancer survivor, Kendrick has made significant contributions over the years to fund research in that field and in 2013, the Cleveland Clinic created The Kendrick Family Chair for Prostate Cancer Research.

Mike Murphy on May 15, 2020 7:27 PM

I met Ken at the Bluewell Armory around 1998 he was exhibiting and I had been asked to give a little speech for the Governor's Office of Technology by the Mercer county industrial development commission. I rember Ken and I talking about Princeton and he said that he did not Graduate from PHS and graduated from a private or military school. I think I mentioned this some time back on the blog but never did hear where he graduated HS?
What is the scoop?
Mike

Carl on May 16, 2020 10:59 AM

Mike, I remember Ken being one year behind us at PHS. He was still there our senior year as evidenced by the Baseball Team photo on the "Yearbook pics +" tab at top-right ====>
That's Ken, 4th from left on back row. NOTE: Click the photo and it will enlarge for a closer look.
From what you say, it sounds like he spent his HS senior year at another school, after we had graduated.
He was a nice guy in HS; mild mannered and fairly quiet in my interactions with him.

ADDENDUM: Mike, I can't thank you enough for your Ken Kendrick inquiry. Why, you ask? Here's why.
When I created our PHS60 website over 10 years ago, I put in stuff that appealed to me, not knowing how useful it might be or how long the site would endure. Now look at us today. Thanks to you, and Ken Kendrick, I've been "spurred" to "return to those days of yesteryear." My gosh, we were a good-looking group of youngsters, weren't we? (:-} MAGFAY

BTW: Who's that "dashing" TRACK man 2nd from left, standing?

Ched on May 17, 2020 4:54 PM

is it the Mikester??

Tracy French on May 15, 2020 10:36 AM

The doctor removed my feeding tube this morning. This is a big step on the road to recovery. I willl have to supplement my meals with Ensure, Boost, ect. for a while.

Mike Murphy on May 15, 2020 7:17 PM

Tracy- Great to hear your good news. Have several Mooney's Barbecues and Custard stand shakes.

Keep the faith
Mike

Tom Dillon on May 15, 2020 3:11 PM

God is great!

Tracy, I remember trying to gain weight in high school to get above 165 lbs. -- milk shakes, peanut butter and banana sandwiches galore. This continued until my senior year when I didn't make the varsity basketball team. I actually popped the zipper on my pants after lunch at PHS and had to leave class to go home and get another pair. All of a sudden 200 lbs. had been reached.
Now I just have to think of a cookie or something sweet to go up on the scale.
Again Carl, my whatever has exceeded my whatever.

Carl on May 15, 2020 3:45 PM

Tom, wherever did you get such a notion?

Cookie on May 15, 2020 11:28 AM

Great news Tracy. Hugs to you

Carl on May 15, 2020 10:47 AM

Fabulously welcomed news, Tracy. Keep plugging (as I know you will.)

Tracy French on May 12, 2020 8:53 PM

Carl: I give up. What song did Pat Boone and Elvis record?

Carl on May 12, 2020 10:11 PM

The context of the question was Little Richard. The song was "Tutti Fruiti." Pat Boone's rendition was a minor hit.

Ched on May 12, 2020 1:19 PM

Shiff is a liar because he claimed he had indisputable evidence that Trump was colluding with the Russians when he in fact knew from sworn testimony from key members of the Obama administration that there was no evidence. This lie has recently been proven by the release of the testimony. His honesty has nothing to do with his Jewish faith. It is accepted that the Russians attempted to interfere in the 2016 election but the Trump campaign had no part in it. I am confident that Bill Barr and John Durham will get to the bottom of it.
Gen. Flynn was the victim of prosecutorial entrapmen .He is decorated war veteran and deserves all the rights of any US citizen.

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 7:32 PM

Why do you think that Schiff is a liar.He is a responsible leader who happens to be Jewish. Please give me an example of his fabrications.Harris served as an Attorney General in California. What do you mean by checkered past? Why do you call a Jewish leader a liar.Be sure to let Laufer know of your thoughts of Schiff.

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 10:29 PM

I did fact checking. The Obamas were never required to surrender their law licence.

Carl on May 12, 2020 10:11 AM

Fred, do you know what a "straw man" is? A "red herring"?

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 11:31 PM

Cookie, I go to Radio France International and read the reports in French about the virus. Montreal has the worst problem in Canada. They average 150 deaths per day.They are predicting that the drive-in cinema will make a come back in the USA.

Ched, when you say that is a liar, you either tell specific instances where he lied or take a hike back to special education. When you say that Ms. Harris has a checkerd past either give examples or take a hike back to special education. Sometimes when we get old we become senile.

Carl on May 12, 2020 2:02 PM

Fred, who you callin' "old"? (:-}

Cookie on May 12, 2020 12:38 AM

It appears one becomes a little frustrated when they are challenged with facts that refute their opinions. Everyone in Washington knows about the checkered past as does those in California because it was flouted on the state's political stage for years. I am impressed that you can read and speak French. As a "Deplorable" I still have problems with English.

Carl on May 12, 2020 4:47 PM

Impressive indeed Cookie. Talk about fluent, I've never been able to read anything, in any language, on the radio.

Cookie on May 11, 2020 7:45 PM

Kamala Harris — Willie Brown. Can we leave race and faith out if the debate. A bad dude and an ass are still bad dudes and asses regardless of the color of their skin or how and where they worship. Fredo: What do you do when you aren’t poking the bear.

ched on May 11, 2020 7:08 PM

Fred et all : I read the news and the things Carl , Mike and I have mentioned as simply facts. I dont need to cite sources to you.
Adam Shiff is a liar. That is well known by us who do not have our head in the sand. Kamella Harris has a checkered background. and Obama i do not think ever practiced law.

Fred I think you are a hopeless liberal lefty. I suppose you want free college, student loan forgiveness and free medicare for all ( incliuding the criminal illegal aliens who sneeked int our country..
However, Medicare is for us is not free we were taxed for it, we continue to pay for it as a deduction from our SS and it only covers about 80 % unless you buy a supplement.

ched on May 11, 2020 3:16 PM

Carl, I appreciate your detailed and FACTUALLY correct response to Fred's biased and incorrect ramblings. He is just like CNN. ...cannot get it correct and spews the left's garbage..
Adam Shiff is a proven liar as the recently released congessional testimonies show. Remember he repeatedly said that he had hard evidence that Trump colluded with the Russions knowing that it was not true. He is a disgrace to the chairmanship of the Intelligence ommittee and to the congerss.
Obama was involved in the illegal Flynn investigation but we just dont know to what degree yet. John Durham's investigation is a criminal one so we'll see just who if any one is prosecuted.

Flyns interrogation was inconstant with established FBI protocall at best and possibly illegal as he was advised that he did not need a lawyer present. The FBI at that time said he did not lie.
Flynn only pled guilty under duress to protrct his son.

Contrary to Fred's OPINION. Little Richard was a great Rock & Roll artist

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 3:43 PM

According to ABC News, no career United States Attorney would handle withdrawing the Flynn case. That was done be political operatives.

At the time that I was a teenager, I saw Elvis and Little Richard produced noise.Peter Paul and Mary were singing about social commentary. Ray Conniff and his orchestra produced relaxing music, Joan Baez also was singing social commenbtary songs.

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 6:12 PM

Peter Paul and Mary sang the song Blowing in the Wind in front of the Washington Monument in 1963. Thousands who were promoting the Civil Rights Movement heard them. I thought that Little Richard made noise which gave me a headache.

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 5:04 PM

In addition to ABC News my other sources are Senator Camala Harris, President Obama and Representative Adam Schiff who was a procecutor for the Justice Department for six years.He like Oboma, and Harris is concerned about the politization of the Justice Department.

You three cite no sources. Cheddie, Mikie and Carlos

Carl on May 11, 2020 7:45 PM

Fred, my most recent comment is replete with source citations:
1. The Mueller Report
2. abcNEWS
3. CNN
4. The Washington Post
5. Flynn lawyer Sidney Powell
6. U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruling

Hell Fred, I've had fewer footnoted citations for college term papers. ARE YOU AWAKE?

Becky Novarro on May 11, 2020 2:28 PM

Thanks for the Mother's Day wishes from all. I remember wearing a carnation which depicted whether your Mother was alive. Can't remember the color significance. Been away from the south for too long.
I loved Little Richard's music. Watched a program years ago about his start and enjoyed it. Such a fuss over his being Gay but nothing about Liberace. Difference may have been the closet. My question is....how on earth did we dance that fast?

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 9:38 AM

Regarding Flynn, the intelligence community has proven that the Russians meddled in our elections.Flynn pleaded guilty twice and is awaiting sentencing by a judge.Trump wants the case thrown out of court.The judge has not made a ruling. Normally a group will wait a sentencing. If they disagree then they can file an appeal. Mike you want our first black president to be tossed out of his house. That my lad is rather emotive don't you think.

Mike Murphy on May 11, 2020 6:14 PM

As probably the only PHS60s graduate with two degrees from an Historic Black College or University (HBCU) I view Justice as transparent, not Black and White.
Keep the Faith
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 3:14 PM

Carl I stand by what I have stated, Flynn admitted guilt and they are awaiting the judges sentensing. After the ruling has been been made, an appeal can be made.

During the years I worked for the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.I made unemployment decisions. Claimants had the right to appeal the decision to the Court of Common Pleas.

Cookie on May 11, 2020 12:30 PM

A tendency to ignore, delete or avoid pertinent facts does not make an argument factual or true.

Carl on May 11, 2020 12:38 PM

To Cookie's comment, I add the following:

Oh Fred, my, my, my. Where to begin? You have such a capacity to get so much wrong in so few words. And your errors include both factual and implicit ones. So here goes.
1) While you’re factually right that Russia meddled in our 2016 election, surely you know that the Mueller Report found NO COLLUSION – NONE – on the part of the Trump campaign, including Michael Flynn. (Read that again if needed to have it sink in. It’s a critically central fact.)
On the other hand, abcNEWS reported that Mueller described Russian interference in the 2016 election as “sweeping and systematic,” confirming Russian mischief, but absolving the Trump campaign, and NOT implicating Michael Flynn. NOTE: It was the responsibility of the Obama administration to safeguard the 2016 election from Russian interference. This too is a critically central fact.
2) re Michael Flynn’s case: It is well documented that the FBI agents sent – deviously, dishonestly and contrary to FBI protocol – to interview Michael Flynn in Jan. 2007 behaved very subversively at the behest of James Comey. CNN on April 30 – just 12 days ago – cited a “...handwritten note from Bill Priestap, the then-counterintelligence director of the FBI that mused how the agents should approach [their] interview with [Flynn]....What’s our goal? Truth/Admission or to get him to lie, so we can prosecute him or get him fired?”
3) re Mr. Obama’s involvement: “...there is no precedent...for somebody who has been charged with perjury just getting off scot-free.” [Barack Obama, Constitutional law expert, referring to Michael Flynn in a recorded call to about 3,000 members of the Obama Alumni Association per The Washington Post.] While admittedly a minor point, every first-year law student probably knows the legal difference between perjury and lying. Did Mr. Obama “lie” by accusing Flynn of perjury?
4) Sidney Powell, Flynn’s “replacement” lawyer, wrote that [legal] emails show “misconduct” by Brandon Van Grack, the lead prosecutor handling Flynn’s case, and that...material from US Attorney Jeffrey Jensen “prove[d] Mr. Flynn’s allegations of having been deliberately set up and framed by corrupt agents at the top of the FBI.” [Ms. Powell, like Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, is “licensed to practice law.”]
NOTE: A defendant may withdraw a guilty plea prior to sentencing if he "can show a fair and just reason for requesting the withdrawal." FED.R.CRIM.P. 11(d)(2)(B). [Ruling by U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, 2007] This is a clear, simple, straightforward legal standard.
So Fred, I think this case is a bit more complicated – legally, morally and politically – than you portray it.

Fredrick Lucas on May 10, 2020 9:20 PM

i WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALL OF THE MOTHERS IN OUR CLASS A HAPPY MOTHERS AND GRANDMOTHERS DAY,

Mike Murphy on May 10, 2020 3:43 PM

Happy Mother's day to all you 60s Mothers and especially to my Mother Willie Winfrey Murphy. The best Mother ever who worked as a school cook to put me through the first 2 years of college and insisted that I be responsible to myself and others epecially God and Country.
Happy Mother's Day
Mike

Carl on May 10, 2020 12:59 PM

"He had an incalculable influence on the frenetic attitude of rock music."
The Washington Post, May 10, 2020
Yes folks, that's Little Richard that the Post is describing. And did he ever. Do others recall the wild excitement that accompanied his music to Princeton in the 50s? (Not surprisingly, Sonny Goodwin loved it.) R.I.P. Little Richard
Q. Relatedly, what song did both Pat Boone and Elvis record?

Fredrick Lucas on May 11, 2020 11:11 AM

I did not listen to the shouting of Little Richard. I listened to Ray Conniff and his band, Joan Biaz and Peter Paul a nd Mary.

Mike Murphy on May 11, 2020 6:09 PM

Fred- That sounds Racist and homophobic!
Mike

Fredrick Lucas on May 10, 2020 12:08 PM

Trump is acting like a Latin American dictator when he wants the case against Flyncked n dismissed. I was interested to see your responses when.I picked the perspectives of two black officials.

Mike Murphy on May 10, 2020 3:47 PM

Fred - Are you trying to imply that we are Racist? How Chicken____!
Mike

Mike Murphy on May 10, 2020 3:36 PM

Fred- More Trump Derangement Syndrome!
Mike

Carl on May 10, 2020 12:28 PM

So Fred, let me see: you chose Obama and Harris based on their race, and to confirm your expectation/suspicion of the response that it would draw. However, it drew no response at all re their race. Do you think that this says anything about any of us?

Fredrick Lucas on May 10, 2020 11:39 AM

Flynn worked closely with Robert Mueller.He did plead guilty twice. Obama was president when Flynn was breaking the law.

Fredrick Lucas on May 10, 2020 11:23 AM

What you right wingers are saying is that President Obama, Camila Harris don't have a valid perspective. Flynn did plead guilty and the present group of justice department threw out the case. The iltelligence community did prove that the Russians interfered in the election process. This Administration has something to hide by dropping the case against Flynn who pleaded guilty . The special prisecutor concluded that Russia interfered in the last election.

Carl on May 10, 2020 11:52 AM

Fred, did you wake up (come to?) in your neighbor's mushroom patch yesterday? I ask sincerely because your citations and assertions re Obama & Harris charges, and your own interpretation (opinion) of collusion between Russia and the Trump campaign has taken on sort of a psychedelic hue. And your assertion that "This Administration has something to hide" is pure conjecture -- unless you can provide definitive sourced evidence to support your claim -- and it approaches psychological "projection" such as you charged several of us some weeks back as a way to rebut our arguments. Are you sure that this debate is one that you welcome and wish to pursue? (After all, you initiated it.)

Tracy French on May 10, 2020 8:09 AM

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to all the mothers out there.

Fredrick Lucas on May 9, 2020 9:30 AM

Mike and Ched. Regarding the Flynn case, President Obama who is licenced to practice law and Camala Harris who is also licenced to practice law and was an Attorney General in California are concerned that the rule of law has been disregarded. You and Ched are voicing your own opinions which are strange compared to Senator Harris and President Obama.

ched on May 10, 2020 10:17 AM

It is interesting that "lawyer" Obama complained about Flynn's perjury charges being dropped. Flynn was never charged with perjury!!. He pled guilty to lying to the FBI (not perjury ie lyng under oath). The FBI's own notes show that Flynn did not lie. He pled guilty to save his son !

Cookie on May 9, 2020 6:09 PM

kamala Harris——Willie Brown. Nuff said !!

Cookie on May 9, 2020 6:15 PM

If you want a good read that outlines what the whole Deep State crowd did to the entire Trump family and an outting of who they are and how they gained so much power I recommend Don Jrs book “Triggered.” He has a great sense of humor too. Kamala is quite the girl around town .

ched on May 9, 2020 5:38 PM

Obama and Harris may have a bar license but that does not make their opinion worth much. Other mor knowledgible legal minds such as Alan Dershowitz, Bill Barr and a few other US attorneys say the case was a set up and should have been thrown out. It was entrapment in serch of a crime. Obama's legal opinion isnt worth a tinkers D&*$# !
I havee heard all the leftist loonys bellyaching. The whole Flynn scam was to eliminate him to try to get at our great President !!! I hope those who commited this fraud are held to legal account. Lets see what the real legal system finds. Looking forward to John Durham's recommendations. It IS a croimina investigation !!!!

Mike Murphy on May 9, 2020 3:37 PM

Carl - You are right on! Gadflys like Fred don't voice their opinions in fear of being critised, instead they hide behind the shade of politicrats with questionable backgrounds who participated in the crimes. Next gadflys will call us Rouskies and racists in order to defame.
Perhaps you should try acpuncutre to cure your Trump Derangement Syndrome. I have a suggestion where to incert the needles ie in your hollier and smarter than though tush. You might want to remove your head to avoid additional harm.

Sad to hear Kittle Richard passed. Loved his rachous music!
Mike
PS Ched and Carl I value your educated opinions!

Carl on May 9, 2020 3:51 PM

Well Mike, I guess that's another way of putting it.
Another precinct reported, you might say. (:-}

Carl on May 9, 2020 11:13 AM

Fred, I've heard rumors over the years that licensed lawyers have been thought to lie sometimes, to break the law sometimes, to display a willful disregard for the law sometimes, and to be among the least honorable and most dangerous members of society sometimes, despite being licensed to practice and/or being political partisans of the worst order sometimes. Do you think there's any truth to such rumors? Sometimes?
Are you seriously suggesting that the partisan, self-interested opinions of Obama and Harris are in any way meaningful in assessing the DOJ/Flynn issue? What you cite as their concern that "the rule of law has been disregarded" is known as "opinion." It has long been noted -- and I think rightly so -- that opinions are like ass****s; everybody has one. [Yep, me included.]

Mike Murphy on May 7, 2020 9:47 PM

Great day for justice and Michael Flynn. I said over two years past on this blog that the FBI needed a house cleaning. Hopefully Flynn will be able to sue all of those who persucated him and take their homes, including Barack Hussein Obama and Hillary Clinton who were the prime instigators!
MAGA & DTS
Mike

ched on May 8, 2020 1:29 PM

I agree with you Mike re Gen Flynn. The loony dems will not accept the rule of law. Flynn was a target because he was in the way to get at Trump. Hope he has some legal remedy to recoup the financial losses. I also hope those who orchestrated this travesty are held accountable. Comey, Strock, Paige and a few others. Criminal chargess may be difficult but we will have to wait and see what John Durham comes up with. At a minimum we could hopr for disbarment !!!

Carl on May 8, 2020 1:32 PM

Ched, you know some folks consider "loony Dems" redundant.

Carl on May 8, 2020 9:31 AM

Mike, are you in Luckenbach, TX? Are you with Willie (and wailin') & the boys?
I ask because your blog comment sounds like you're some place where "there ain't no body feeling no pain."
(and it sounds like you've uncorked the champagne.)

Mike Murphy on May 8, 2020 1:51 PM

Just the facts man, just the facts.
Sgt Friday

Fredrick Lucas on May 7, 2020 7:35 PM

I was walking in Fernbank Park today when two girls came toward me with long tan robes and motar boards. I asked if they were going to a real or virtual graduation.They haven't been in class for four weeks.They answered sadly a virtual one.

Pipestem is closed for dining and hotel occupancy. Will they be available when we have our reunion or will we have a computerized virutal reunion.

Fredrick Lucas on May 6, 2020 7:49 AM

Carl, I'm still a tenor and I still enjoy singing. From trime to time I watch Britan's got talent. Wales has produced some excellent choral music.

Carl on May 6, 2020 10:25 AM

Fred, what a coincidence that you'd mention British countries. People often say that my singing sounds like it's "right out of wails." They usually laugh when they say that. I don't know why.

Fredrick Lucas on May 5, 2020 8:50 AM

Katy Tur said that she is 5 ft two eyes of blue.Remember that old tune Five Foot Two Eyes of Blue Oh what those five feet can do. Has anybody see.n my gal.

Carl on May 5, 2020 12:56 PM

Fred, you've still got it, you ole dog. Questions:
• Do you have a barbershop skimmer hat, cane and tap shoes?
• Are you still a tenor?
• Do you know "Paddlin' Madeline Home"? [one of my favorites]

Fredrick Lucas on May 4, 2020 6:52 PM

I made an error. I did not spell Ms. Tur's first name correctly. The correct spelling is Katy Tur.She was sent by NBC to cover the Trump campaign for president. I saw him refer to her as little .Katy Tur.

George W. Bush never did that.Neither Did Governor Dewine. Today, he made certain that the press knew that he respects the press.

Mike Murphy on May 5, 2020 7:30 PM

Fred - Does Trump Derangement Syndrome Constopate you?
MAGA
Mike

Carl on May 3, 2020 10:24 AM

Ooo-wee! Zounds!! Wowzer!!!
I always find the first Sat. in May exciting, but yesterday was downright EXHILARATING.
I’ve rarely been disappointed in a Kentucky Derby, but this was a bonanza beyond compare. With his predictable surge down the backstretch, Secretariat overtook Seattle Slew then held off Citation to win the 2020 Derby by half a length as Slew faded to third at the wire. The great Affirmed finished 4th and Alydar would no doubt have been 5th by about a neck had he been in the race.
Even starved for TV sports coverage doesn’t explain the thrill of seeing such great horses run such an amazing race. (Tom, don't you agree?) Thank goodness the weather was great and track conditions good. And “thanks” Big Red for another spell-binding performance.

Fredrick Lucas on May 3, 2020 9:20 AM

Tom when I am at the gym, I see a number of women with painful arthritis in a warm water pool. The warm water seems to help.Has kay's physician given her a diagnosis and a remedy.

Carl I know how you like bluegrass music. Do ypu enjoy roll in my'sweet baby's arms?

Carl on May 3, 2020 10:26 AM

Fred, I'd lay around the shack 'til the mail train comes back to listen to "Roll In My Sweet Baby's Arms." It's the classic that it deserves to be. I hope you like it too.
BTW; I've heard our friend Mike say that he doesn't like bluegrass music with lyrics. Can you imagine such a thing? Why, "lay around the shack 'til the mail train comes back" is poetry of Shakespearean proportions to my ear. Whattaya you say?

ched on May 3, 2020 11:54 AM

Carl, I seem to remember your early immersion into country music. You and your mandolin ..." My buckets go a hole in it"... "and I can't buy no beer". !!!!

The mandolin got its name from the violin it is tuned the same way.
mando refeencing the hand olin refering to the violin..
Do you still,play ???

Carl on May 3, 2020 12:39 PM

Ched, I put down the mandolin almost 70 years ago, 3 chords being the limit of my "child prodigy" status. Early in life I developed a dislike of country music, so mandolin mastery wasn't in the cards for me. What a sap I was at age 9 or so. I now have a great fondness for many kinds of music, including bluegrass.
A peak experience happened incidentally for me about 3-4 years ago. A neighbor invited me to a very small bluegrass "festival" -- one evening of perhaps 4 acts in a high school gym. There I was introduced to some guy named Adam Steffey. Heck, I didn't know that he had been named Mandolin Player of the Year for 7 years running (2002-2008). I've listened to Bill Monroe, Ricky Skaggs, Marty Stuart, Sam Bush, Chris Thile, David Grisman, et. al., yet Steffey has the cleanest, clearest "voice" that I've heard on the instrument. (After hearing him I knew that I'd done right to give up the mandolin decades ago.)
Thanks for remembering my short-lived fame and signature offering. (You know, Ricky Nelson had a hit of "My Bucket's Got a Hole in It.")

ched on May 3, 2020 12:50 PM

Carl, I think you should take up the mandolin again. Its never too late! to learn a new skill. I have not given up on the guitar as I now have 6 but quatities do not ake me a better player only practice and study does.My wife also plays electric bass and key board.We both play in our praise band at church but on a bit of a hiatus due to covid 19

Carl on May 3, 2020 3:31 PM

Ched, I agree with your premise about learning new instruments, but I don't think I'm ready yet for the mandolin. But I did just place an Amazon order for a kazoo. (Thinking of playing "Lady Of Spain.")

ched on May 2, 2020 5:29 PM

Tom,
Where in FL did you purchase your new "digs" ???

Fredrick Lucas on May 1, 2020 11:32 AM

I want to say something about Governor Mike Dewine Republican. During the pandemic, he has shown leadership. He is relying upon the information available from the scientists and the state health commissioner.He has also calling upon manufactures for help.There have been outbreaks of the virus among nursing home residents and prisoners. He is being cautious about opening the state.The health commissioner declared a health emergency and he postponed the primary election. Next everyone voted by absentee ballot.At his news conferences he is respectful of news and television reporters. He doesn't berate them and he doesn't refer to small female reporters as little. Trump called Katie Tur little Katie Tur. He has told others they are promoting fake news. Governor Dewine handles the press in a respectful manner. OK Ched.

Edward Laufer on May 2, 2020 12:35 PM

Tom, Very sorry to hear the pain your wife Kay.is going through! It is got to be very difficult for you to see someone you love going through this. You would hope in this day and age that someone could come up with some type of treatment

ched on May 2, 2020 9:41 AM

Governor Dewin has done a good job but he has not been viciously attacked by certain media as has President Trump. At the news conferences some liberial media try to ask "gotcha questions" which have nothing to do with the virus. President Trump has endured unrelenting attack and investigations from the left and Washington establishment since
election. I cannot fault him from lashing back.
I am anxious to see the outcome ( and criminal charges) resulting from the John Durham investigation . MAGA

Mike Murphy on May 1, 2020 6:30 PM

Trump Derangement Syndrom?
Keep the Faith
Mike

Carl on May 1, 2020 11:58 AM

Fred, I want to say something about President Donald Trump Republican. During the pandemic, he has shown leadership. He is relying upon the information available from the scientists and health experts. He has also called upon manufacturers for help. He has been cautious about opening the country.
Seems like his leadership is remarkably similar to that of your governor. You have every right to be proud of Mr. Dewine.

Tracy French on May 1, 2020 11:04 AM

Bad news - The Bluefield Daily Telegraph announced today that they will no longer publish the paper on Monday's and Saturday's. They said it is due to lost business caused by the virus.

Mike, I am doing OK. I have gained some weight back and hope to have the feeding tube taken out soon. I am at 156 pounds and the goal is 170 to have tube removed. I am able to eat some foods but mostly don't have an appetite.

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