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FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2009

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Bible SchoolPage A6

INSIDEA8-9 — OPINION

A12 — SPORTS

B1 — HOT SPOT

B3 — CALENDAR

B4 — OBITS

B5 — RELIGION

VVILLAGEILLAGE TTRIVIARIVIA

In what century wasthe shoelace invented?

Answer on page 2.

CMT scores show mixed results Newbudgetsproposalsreleased

BY MATT SANDERSONVILLAGER STAFF WRITER

HARTFORD — Contradictory toher February budget address, Gov.M. Jodi Rell’s third state budgetproposal, released last Friday, July31, includes tax increases.

Her $36.9 billion plan calls forraising $391 million in “sin tax”revenue by raising the price ofalcohol and cigarettes, as well as atemporary, three-year surcharge oncorporate taxes, which is differentthan the $1.8 billion increase in taxhikes contained within the majori-ty Democrats released budget pro-posal earlier that day.

Rell’s plan also reduces statespending by $1 billion, while theDemocrats’ $1.8 billion in taxincreases includes income tax

Pomfretmoveson landdeals

BY OLIVIA BRAATENVILLAGER CORRESPONDENT

POMFRET — Pomfret residentscan expect to hear more about apotential town purchase of 800acres. A town meeting will be heldOct. 22 to further identity parcels ofland and determine how much tospend on each.

In January 2008, voters approveda $4 million bond resolution,authorizing the town to pursuepurchase of land for open space,recreation or related municipaluses. The bond is set to expire ifthree fiscal years pass withoutexpenditures of the money.

The land conservation projectcurrently involves nine propertyowners, representing 15 parcels ofland spanning 800 acres.

“All of them have particularvalue to the town,” First SelectmanJim Rivers said.

Most notably, though 22 percentof town property is comprised ofwetlands, 90 percent of proposedadditions are drier, more useful ter-

BY OLIVIA BRAATENVILLAGER CORRSPONDENT

Connecticut Mastery Testresults, released last week, showthat most elementary and middleschool students throughout thestate are improving, with a fewexceptions locally. The standard-ized tests are given each March tostudents in grades three througheight, measuring math, science,reading and writing proficiency.

Students fall in one of five cate-gories: Below Basic, Basic,Proficient, Goal or Advanced.Though parents will receive reportcards with individual student

results in September, data withoverall district scores is availablenow.

BROOKLYN

Brooklyn’s proficiency scorescame in above state averages inabout half of the tests. The lowestmark, with 69 percent meeting pro-ficiency, involved this year’s third-grade reading module. Other areaswhere Brooklyn fell below the stateaverage included fifth- and sev-enth-grade mathematics, fifth- andeighth-grade reading, fifth-gradescience, and third-, fourth- andfifth-grade reading.

Superintendent Louise Berrysaid administrators, including anincoming elementary school prin-cipal, will focus on reading andwriting programs in particularthis coming year. In July, the schoolpurchased a new third-grade read-ing curriculum.

Overall, 86 percent of Brooklynstudents are proficient in math, 81percent in writing, 80 percent inscience and 79 percent in reading.This represents a 2 percentdecrease from last year’s proficien-cies — mostly due to a 10 percent

Congressional dairy caucus revived


In the continued efforts statewideand nationally to bring positivechange for struggling dairy farm-ers, it was announced last Friday,July 31, that federal pricingchanges will soon bring in $243 mil-lion for aid.

Congressman Joe Courtney (D-Conn., 2nd District) and Gov. M.Jodi Rell were excited to announcethat the United State’s Departmentof Agriculture is taking immediatesteps to support struggling dairy

Courtesy photo

Congressman Joe Courtney (D-Conn., 2nd District), center, stands with other legis-lators and members of the bipartisan Congressional Dairy Farmers Caucus, whichserves as the voice in Washington, D.C., for dairy farmers nationwide.

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Antique quilt traced to Buell’s OrchardON DISPLAY AT OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE THIS WEEKEND


Visitors to Old Sturbridge Village inMassachusetts this weekend may pass by aparticularly striking quilt — one of nine19th-century works on display during themuseum’s Textile Weekend Aug. 8-9.

Behind it is the tale of an Eastford

Turn To QUILT, page A12

Photo courtesy of Old Sturbridge Village

This hand-pieced and stenciled quilt was made by 17-year-old ClarissaMoore, of Eastford, in 1837. It is one of several rare, early Americanquilts that will be on display at Old Sturbridge Village during Textileweekend Aug. 8 and 9.

Olivia Braaten photo John and Clarissa Holmanare buried at the North Ashford Cemetery inEastford.

Friday, August 7, 20092 • WOODSTOCK VILLAGER

VILLAGER ALMANACQUOTATION OF THE WEEK

“In Eastford, we have the strongest, most capablesheet metal mechanics in the world.”

— COLIN COOPER, CO-OWNER OF WHITCRAFT GROUP, AERO-SPACE CONTRACT MANUFACTURER IN EASTFORD, TALKING

ABOUT THE POSITIVE NEWS COMING FROM HIS COMPANY

REGARDING ITS 36,000-SQUARE-FOOT EXPANSION

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LIBRARIESAbington Social Library

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Pomfret Public LibraryTuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.-7 p.m.Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 p.m.-7 p.m.Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.-1 p.m

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May Memorial Library:Wed. ..........................................................................1:00-5:00 p.m.Fri. ............................................................................1:00-5:00 p.m.Sat. ..................................................................10:00 a.m. - 12 noonNorth Woodstock Library:Mon. ..........................................................................1:00-5:00 p.m.Thurs. ......................................................................2:00- 5:00 p.m.Sat. ............................................................................1:30-4:30 p.m.West Woodstock Library:Tues. ........................................................................3:00 - 6:00 p.m.Wed. ..........................................................................4:00-7:00 p.m.Thurs. ........................................................................4:00-6:00 p.m.Sat. ....................................................................9:00 a.m. - 12 noonBracken Memorial Library:Mon. - Fri. ........................................................7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.Sat. ............................................................................1:00-4:00 p.m.**Hours for July & August: Tues. & Thurs. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.,Sat. 9:00 a.m.- 12 noon

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Trivia Answer: The 18th century.

FIVE QUESTIONS

1. The Connecticut River originates in: the far northof Vermont, the far north of New Hampshire, in west-ern Maine near the Canadian border?2. For a brief period, this former U.S. president servedas both secretary of state and secretary of war. Hewas also a U.S. senator and a governor. Who was he?3. The Columbia River separates what two states?4. The stratosphere is above or below the troposphere?5. Which of these pPresidents established theEnvironmental Protection Agency: Lyndon Johnson,Richard Nixon, Jimmy Carter, George H. W. Bush?

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AT THE AUDUBONWeek of July 20:Bird sightings this week at Connecticut Audubon andWyndham Land Trust properties in the northeast corner ofConnecticut: Woodcock, Green Heron, Common Yellowthroat,Red-tailed Hawk, Black-billed Cuckoo, American Kestrel,Bluebirds, Cedar Waxwing, Scarlet Tanager and Catbirds.


EASTFORD — Local aerospace con-tract manufacturer Whitcraft Groupannounced last month its 36,000-square-foot addition to its ever-grow-ing facility at 76 County Road inEastford.

The multi-million dollar additioncomes at a tough time within theindustry and during an economicrecession, when other statewide com-panies, such as Pratt & Whitney,recently announced canceling theirdevelopment of the F-22 fighter jet.

Whitcraft co-owner Colin Coopersaid his company, which he co-ownsand operates with his business part-ner and Woodstock resident Jeff Paul,produces thousands of integral partsand pieces for commercial and mili-tary jet engines. Cooper attestedWhitcraft has capitalized on a highlycomplex, low-volume business.

“People were looking for goodnews,”Cooper said about the industry.“We’ve been able to win some work inthis environment. We just completedthe expansion at the end of the first

quarter. It’s brand-spanking new.”Cooper said the addition has

allowed Whitcraft to expand andstreamline its production operations.He said the decision for this additionwas made about two years ago.

“It was due in part to our work inEurope,”îhe said. “We make around4,000 different part numbers forplaces in the aerospace industry. Thispositions us well to grow. We’re main-taining in a difficult market.”

Cooper said some of the company’sbiggest clients are Pratt & Whitney,Honeywell and General Electric. Thisnew addition increases production forits business relationship in sales withFrench aerospace companySnecma.

Whitcraft’s headquartersare in Eastford, with approxi-mately 250 employees, accord-ing to Cooper. It has threeother facilities in Connecticut— Plainville, Shelton andBloomfield.

Cooper added that this addi-tion is requiring the companyto move more production staff

from its Shelton facility to Eastford,but he could not comment on whetherthis would add new local job openings.

“In Eastford, we have the strongest,most capable sheet metal mechanicsin the world,” he said. “We have somegreat employees here.”

Whitcraft was founded in 1960 byEastford resident MickyWhittenburg, who lived next door onCounty Road.

“His sons work here,” said Cooper.Paul and Cooper have owned

Whitcraft for 11 yearsFor more information, Whitcraft

can be found online atwww.Whitcraft.com.

Whitcraft unveils expanded facility

Matt Sanderson photo

Last month, aerospace contract manufacturer Whitcraft Group in Eastford announced the opening of its multi-million dollar, 36,000-square-foot addition. The move is to streamline the production of its commercial and military jet engine parts for its European sales.

Matt Sanderson photo

Dennis Defocy, of Woodstock and process engineerat Whitcraft Group in Eastford, works on a three-dimensional laser cutter Monday, Aug. 3, whileinside the aerospace manufacturer’s new 36,000-square-foot addition.

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“This brochure is now considered our pre-mier publication,” said Executive DirectorCharlene Cutler. “It will eliminate the need tore-produce the plethora of additional publica-tions we created in the past, thus helping uscontinue to be more green and provide visi-

tors and residents with one source of information aboutThe Last Green Valley. Plus, all the information found inthe new ‘Visitors Guide,’ along with these past brochureswill be found in its entirety on our Web site.”

The “Visitors Guide” is attractive, easy to navigate andthe perfect size to keep in a vehicle or purse. To receive a

copy, please visit oneof the many VisitorRack locations foundthroughout the 35towns of The LastGreen Valley. A com-plete listing can befound on the Web site,www.TheLastGreenValley.org, or by call-ing (860) 774-3300. Or,send an e-mail [email protected].

The Woodstock Villager is commit-ted to accuracy in all its newsreports. Although numerous safe-guards are in place to ensure accu-rate reporting, mistakes can occur.Confirmed fact errors will be cor-rected at the top right hand cornerof page A3 in a timely manner.

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PUTNAM — The 20th Annual DearyMemorial Race, Walk and Ride will takeplace this weekend, Saturday, Aug. 8. To cele-brate the occasion, several new elements willbe introduced to the cancer benefit, includinga bicycling component and a half-mile kid’srun for children under age 13.

Another first is this year’s ambassador, 17-year-old Scott Spalding, the youngest to fillthe role thus far.

Founders Jim Gothreau and Martin Feyplan to participate, too. Though the two arelongtime competitive runners, both may behard to spot for other reasons. Gothreau, now51, will still be in the midst of the commotion,but as race director. Fey, 55, plans to take tothe 27-mile bicycle loop. (A 4-mile ride isavailable as well.)

The two created the event, not originally asa fund-raiser, but simply because there wasno other certified five-mile race in the area.

“There hadn’t been one in years,”Gothreau recalled.

They partnered with J.D. Cooper’sRestaurant, still the host site for the eventand a complimentary post-race party. Theysought approval from traffic authorities, hadeach mile marker formally measured andcertified, and hired professional timers andscorers to oversee the event.

It became the Putnam Fast Five at Ten,simply a competitive road race, until the fol-lowing year brought news that Kathy Deary, a23-year-old Putnam woman, died of breastcancer. As her family began making plans toestablish a road race in her memory,Gothreau and Fey suggested the two venturescombine.

Over the next five years, enough fundswere raised from the event to build a memori-al atrium at Day Kimball Hospital in honor ofDeary. Since 1995, participants have put morethan $600,000 in a fund used to help local can-cer patients in need pay for medical diagno-sis, treatments and related travel.

The race expanded into a walk, then twowalks — one for “early birds” at 6 a.m. and

another “fun walk” at 8 a.m. The event typi-cally draws around 300 runners and 400 walk-ers. This year’s cycling and kids’ additionsmay boost those numbers even more,Gothreau said.

“What started as an athletic event hasturned into something far more meaningful,”he reflected. “We never thought it’d be thisbig. … A lot of people will only do one event,and this is the one. They support it verywell.”

Gauthreau said he expects emotions to beflowing on Saturday.

“It’s about a personal family’s struggle andabout everyone who shares a similar saga,”he said of the event.

Among them will be Scott Spalding, thisyear’s teenage ambassador. Three years ago,the Woodstock Academy student learned hewas battling Ewing Sarcoma, cancer of thebone or soft tissue. Now in remission, with nosign of the disease, Spalding serves asspokesperson for this year’s event.

“I am honored to represent cancer sur-vivors and bring to light all of the great pro-grams available at Day Kimball Hospital,”Spalding said.

Tori Bates, Day Kimball’s event manager,said she is impressed with Spalding’s service.

“He’s a very inspiring young man,” shesaid. “He has a very positive attitude aboutlife and always wants to be doing somethingfor somebody all of the time. He’s just a greatkid.”

Among the events that Spalding was invit-ed to attend was the Deary kickoff party, aGuest Bartender Night at J.D. Cooper’s,which raised $4,000. A separate wine tastingsponsored by Godley Spirits and PutnamFord Mercury brought in an additional$1,000.

The Bartender Night attracted more than200 patrons. The four bartending teams were:“Local Towns Pull Together — The ThreeP’s” with Jim Rivers, Paul Sweet and BobViens, who received $204 in tips; “Coaches &

Parents — Deary Gymnastics” with DawnDeary, Robin Deary-Fillmore, Rose Fulchino,Colleen Logan, Wendy Osborn, CrystalMacfarland and Tara Pasiakos, who raised$841 in tips; “Remember When — WINYRadio 1350” with Steve Bousquet, ZachDauphinais, Kerri Donovan, Gary Osbreyand Peter Regas, who raised $308 in tips; and“The Skeleton Crew — The Center for Bone &Joint Care” with Dr. Biren Chokshi, Dr.Christian Dee, Tom Harney, David LaChanceand Don St. Onge, who raised $900 in tips.

The Wine Tasting at Putnam Ford Mercuryoffered various wine selections and microbrews to more than 100 attendees. The eventwas sponsored by Putnam Ford Mercury andGodley Spirits, and hosted by Rick Place atPutnam Ford Mercury.

All of the funds raised benefit the DayKimball Hospital Deary Memorial CancerFund, which is typically available to resi-dents within 13 area towns who have adeductible over $500 or no insurance at all.The fund provides up to $5,000 each year,renewable annually. A hospital financialcounselor works with applicants to exploreall potential avenues of help.

In addition, two scholarships in theamount of $1,500 each are given to local stu-dents pursuing a career in radiology.

This year’s Deary committee hopes to raise$50,000 on Saturday. Other events this year,including a golf tournament in July, broughtin $73,000.

“We cannot even begin to tell you howmuch we appreciate the community’s sup-port,” Bates said. “Everyone knows we havechallenging times right now, but this commu-nity has really come forward to help supportthe fund.”

Information on Saturday’s events, includ-ing a registration form, is available online atwww.daykimball.org. The race will be broad-cast live, shortly after 9 a.m., on WINY-AM(1350).

Deary benefit celebrates 20th runEVENT TO BE HELD AUG. 8

Courtesy photo

Dr. Biren Chokshi, Dr. Christian Dee, Tom Harney, David LaChance and Don St. Onge of The Center for Bone& Joint Care raised $900 in tips during Day Kimball Hospital’s Guest Bartender Night. Money raised fromthe event will go to the Deary Cancer Fund.

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Scott Spalding, a Woodstock Academy student, isthis year’s ambassador for the 20th Annual DearyMemorial Race, Walk and Ride, to be held Aug. 8.

NEWS BRIEF

In the Friday, July 24, edition of theWoodstock Villager in the article titled“ìWoodstock looking to greenerfutures,”î the figure given on page A7 inthe third column, in a quote attributed toJames Stratos, chairman of theWoodstock Green Energy Committee, onhow much it would cost Woodstock topurchase renewable energy throughPublic Power and Utility Sterling Planetwas actually 1.29 cents per kilowattusage through the Connecticut CleanEnergy Fund. The original figure had adollar amount that was incorrect. TheVillager apologizes for this error.

WOODSTOCK

Tuesday, Aug. 11•Woodstock Educational Foundation— 7 p.m. Town Hall Room B•Garden Club — 7 p.m. Town Hall Room C•Conservation CommissionDevelopment Review — 7:30 p.m. TownHall Room A

Wednesday, Aug. 12•Seniors’ Arts and Crafts — 9:30 a.m.Town Hall•Seniors’ Cards and Dominos — 1 p.m.Town Hall

Thursday, Aug. 13•LaLeche League — 9:30 a.m. Town HallRoom B

POMFRET

Monday, Aug. 10•Board of Finance — 7 p.m. Town Hall

Thursday, Aug. 13•Conservation Commission — 7 p.m.Pomfret Community School

EASTFORD

Tuesday, Aug. 11•Planning Commission — 7 p.m. TownOffice Building•Probate Judge — 2 to 5 p.m. or byappointment, Town Office Building•Cub Scouts — 7 p.m. CongregationalChurch basementWednesday, Aug. 12•Registrar of Voters — 4 to 6 p.m. TownOffice Building•Boy Scouts — 7 p.m. CongregationalChurch basement


BY DOE WESTSPECIAL TO THE VILLAGER

WOODSTOCK — It was nota dark and stormy night.

It appeared to be just anoth-er normal Monday night atthe Rustica restaurant inWoodstock.

Close to two dozen of gath-ered to share a meal and lis-ten to a presentation. Somepeople clearly knew eachother as regulars, while oth-ers were new faces.

People sipped their coolbeverage of choice and beganto glance at a handout beingoffered by a softly spokenwoman with a gentle smile.

She then went up to conferwith her husband at the frontof the room while he set up acomputerized large-screenpresentation unit.

He began his talk withmore warmth and wit thatallowed the guests to settlefurther into a sense of com-fort with this place and thesepeople.

He held up everyday items,one after another, to explainhow each is used in theirwork.

A tape recorder, camera,EMF meter, thermometer,flashlight, tape measure …but wait. Go back. What wasthat third item?

A second glance at thehandout reminded the gueststhat this was not exactly anormal presentation. Thename of their organization,Paranormal United ResearchSociety, brought them back toreality.

They were attending anevent titled “Dining with theDead.”

While Thomas D’Agostinoand Arlene Nicholson hadknown each other for morethan 25 years, they onlybecame a couple eight yearsago and then married onHalloween 2002.

When the time came to finda home, Nicholson statedthere was no question in theirmind that they would settleinto Putnam. And for very,very normal reasons.

“We used to come into this

area to enjoyits beauty andfind greatantiques,” shesaid. “Eachtime we came,we wouldleave saying,‘I’d love to livehere!’”

Two yearsago, theyb e c a m ePutnam resi-dents and ful-filled thatdream.

These cozynew neigh-bors probablyare not evenknown to bepersons whohelp investi-gate otherpeople’s fearsand nightmares.

Paranormal is a generalterm used to describe unusu-al experiences that lack a sci-entific explanation. And whatD’Agostino and Nicholsonseek is every possible expla-nation.

As D’Agostino said, “Whenyou run out of rational andnormal explanations, that iswhen paranormal comes in.”

One of the most compellingparts of the presentation wasfound not in their equipmentbut in their obvious compas-sion and desire to honestlyoffer assistance to those whoexperience paranormal activ-ity.

Nicholson explained, “Mosttimes, people simply wantvalidity or explanation forwhat they experienced.”

A term they used was“empowerment” — they helpto empower people by offer-ing either irrefutable proof ofwhat was experienced, orequally unwavering assur-ance that if no rational proofis found they always take oth-ers’ experiences seriously.

They do not charge for anyinvestigations and warn peo-ple that if someone asks for afee to be very leery of theirintentions.

W h e nasked for anylocal exam-ples of houseor buildingsthey mayhave investi-gated, theyoffer thattheir full con-fidentialitypolicy wouldnot allowsuch disclo-sure withoutthe owner’spermission.

And it isnot just theclients theytreat withr e s p e c t .Throughouttheir presen-tation, theymake it clear

they address any entitieskindly and attempt to allowany communication possible.

A true paranormal investi-gator should be doing this outof honest concern for helpingto find an answer to a bafflingor frightening experience,they said.

D’Agostino emphasized,“We don’t go in as believers oras skeptics. If you go in as abeliever, you will believe any-thing. If you go in as a skep-tic, you could pass over some-thing important to note. Youhave to go in with an ‘emptyhead.’”

But while dedicated to findout the facts, or lack of them,D’Agostino revealed his fasci-nation within any paranor-mal findings by grinning andsaying, “Oh, that was cool!”as commentary to many ofthe photos and audio clipsshared.

D’Agostino’s first personalexperience with an appari-tion was when he was 12 andout fishing with his father.When his father wandered upfurther along the stream,D’Agostino watched a youngwoman in a long white dressapproach the stream and dipa wooden bucket into thewater. She then moved up the

path in the directionhis father went.

Upon his father’s

return, D’Agostino askedabout the girl in the unusualclothes and his father deniedanyone ever came by him.

A few years later,D’Agostino learned the storyin town of a girl who hadgone to gather water fromthat stream. The currentcaught up her bucket andpulled her in, and shedrowned. That was in 1860.

His next firsthand experi-ence did not happen until the1970s, when he spent “sixdays in a haunted house”with family and friends.While others were simplyscared off or only whisperedthe experience to those theyhoped would not laugh,D’Agostino knew this was anarea he wanted to understandbetter.

Nicholson’s experienceswith the paranormal onlybegan when the tales he toldher suddenly became first-hand experiences as shejoined him to do the photogra-phy work.

D’Agostino has now spentmore than 27 years in the fieldand compiled data from wellover 1,000 investigations.

When asked what percent-age of his investigationsturned out to have rationaleexplanations for experiencesvs. no rational explanation,D’Agostino said it probablyran about 75/25 in favor of hisfinding a clear reason forlights, sounds, voices or tem-perature changes in rooms.

So out of 1,000 investiga-tions, that means about 750were explained as just nor-mal happenings.

That also means that 250 ofthem were found to supportparanormal findings, as evi-denced by the catalog ofEVPs (electronic voice phe-nomena), videos, photos andpersonal stories shared byD’Agostino and Nicholson.

When he began doing workin this field, it was deeply crit-icized and openly ridiculedacross society. Ghost storieswere seen as just that — sto-ries. Today, surveys done byAP/Ipsos in October 2007report that about 34 percent ofAmericans stated they didbelieve in ghosts. In the same

poll, 36 percent declaredthemselves to be baseballfans.

Also telling is that 23 per-cent of respondents statedthey had personally seen aghost or been in the presenceof a ghost.

Many of these involve whatthe handout given at the pres-entation categorized as “cri-sis haunting.” These occurwhen a loved one hasappeared just before or after

their own death, or near thetime of another life crisis,and people then hold thatexperience as one when theyare being warned or comfort-ed.

New England has beencalled the “‘most hauntedarea in the United States.”D’Agostino explained thatRhode Island alone is home to3,300 cemeteries — the largestnumber, in the smallest state.

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Rustica has a new spirit The Rustica restaurant may reside in the same building

it always has, but there is a new spirit at what they are call-ing the new Rustica.

Cindy Trifone, contrary to any confusion or rumors,remains its steadfast owner, but Rob Manis has taken overas its new general manager and executive chef.

The (New) Rustica (see the Web site at www.thenewrus-tica.com) wants folks to be aware that they serve just asmuch American as Mexican food (chicken, steak and evenmeatloaf). Their Mexican food can be ordered anywhereon the mild to super hot taste bud Fahrenheit scale.

Ninty percent of their meals are under $10, seniorsalways get a discount, Wednesdays kids eat for free, andthey have Karaoke in The Lizard Lounge every Saturdaynight.

Manis stressed The Rustica “caters to the community”and hopes folks will come by and have some comfort foodto welcome the new life happening in this Woodstock can-tina.

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JUGGLING SUMMER FUN

The Eastford Public Library celebrated the conclusion ofits summer reading program Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 4,with a magical and entertaining performance for areachildren and parents by the world-renowned AirborneJugglers, with local entertainers Joe Murray and SusanKirby, who bring a high energy show with magic routinesand comedy to boot. Based out of Branford, the AirborneJugglers have been delighting audiences for more than20 years and have performed in Europe, Japan and 39 ofthe 50 states. Their amazing juggling routines are syn-chronized with lively music to create a festive atmos-phere. In 2009, they were selected to be part of theConnecticut Commission on Culture & TourismDirectory of Performing and Teaching Artists. Murrayand Kirby do educational juggling seminars, as well ascorporate, local venue and private performances. Formore information, visit them on the Web at www.air-bornejugglers.com or call at (860) 230-3351.

Emily of Eastford was chosen by the funny and entertain-ing Airborne Jugglers to participate in their plate spinningand balancing routine on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 4, atEastford Public Library.

Juggling and laughter filled the Eastford Public Library, as children watched the AirborneJugglers with rapt attention.

Note: This article was written byPam Salois and Bet Zimmerman.

Most experts recommend thatevery home be tested forradon. There are many low-

cost, do-it-yourself tests kits forradon. You can buy them throughthe mail or online, or at hardwarestores and other retail outlets. Theyare simple to use and the results arereliable. Simply purchase a test kit,and carefully follow the directions. It

only takes a few minutes to set thetest up. If you are selling or buying ahome, or prefer to hire a profession-al, contact your state radon office toobtain a list of qualified testers. TheConnecticut Deptartment of HealthServices Web page on radon is foundat http://preview.tinyurl.com/lms6bd.

There are two ways to test forradon ó short term and long term.Radon levels vary from day to dayand season to season. Therefore, aquick, short-term test would alertyou to a problem. It will help youdecide whether you should follow upwith another short-term test, or gofor a long-term test, which will giveyou a better idea of year-roundradon exposure.

Charcoal canisters, alpha track,electret ion chambers, continuousmonitors and charcoal liquid scintil-lation detectors are the most com-monly used devices. A short-termtest lasts two to 90 days, dependingon the testing device used. Dr.Ginsberg and Brian Toal,Connecticut authors of WhatísToxic, Whatís Not, recommend usingtwo charcoal canisters. Put one inthe basement and one on the firstfloor or lowest lived-in area of thehouse. At the end of the test period,mail the kit to the laboratory. It willsend you the analytical results in afew weeks.

Long-term tests stay in the homefor more than 90 days. These willgive you a better picture of averagelevels of exposure to radon. Alphatrack and electret detectors are com-

monly used for this type of testing.By running the test in the winter-time, when conditions are worst forradon, you will get more accurateinformation about whether a radonproblem exists in your house.

U.S. EPA maps show that radonlevels in Windham County tend to bein the range of 2-4 piC/l. However, aslast weekís article noted, radon lev-els can vary from one house to thenext.

EPA recommends taking action iftests show that the radon level isabove 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/l).Many people prefer to get levels aslow as possible to minimize theirrisk. They may want to lower levelsdown to around 1 pCi/l. If the testresults for your house are between1.5 and 4 pCi/l in the basement, youmight want to retest to confirm. Ifthe levels in the air are over 4 pCi/land you are on private well water,you should also have your water test-ed. There are no federal or state stan-dards for radon in drinking water.

However, some experts recommendthat if radon levels in water are over5,000 to 20,000 pCi/l, you shouldinstall a water treatment system.

If tests show you have a radonproblem, fix it. There are severalproven ways to reduce radon in yourhome. Next weekís article will dis-cuss what to do if you find that yourhouse does fall in the 5 percent ofhomes that do have radon levelsabove what is considered safe.

For more information about radonin Connecticut, contact theConnecticut Department of Healthat (860) 509-7367 or see its Web site athttp://tinyurl.com/lms6bd.

Pam Salois is an independent,authorized Green Irene eco-consult-ant. See her Web site atwww.greenirene.com/PamWindhamCT. Bet Zimmerman is a certifiedenvironmental professional. ArchivedOur Better Nature articles are atwww.ourbetternature.org.

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Windham County is labeled as Zone 2, which means it has ìmoderate potential forradon.î Levels in this region typically fall within ranges that are considered safe, but lev-els can vary from house to house.

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PUTNAM — Woodstock Public Schools HotLunch Program has announced its policy ofdetermining eligibility of children who mayreceive free or reduced price meals servedunder the National School Lunch and SchoolBreakfast Programs or free milk servedunder the Special Milk Program.

Local school officials have adopted theUnited States Department of Agriculture’sIncome Eligibility Guidelines following fam-ily size and income criteria for determiningeligibility. The following income guidelineswill be used in Connecticut from July 1, 2009,to June 30, 2010, for determining eligibility ofparticipants for free and reduced price mealsand free milk in the Child NutritionPrograms.

Free meals/milk:• 1 in family — $14,079 annual gross

income; $1,174 monthly gross income; $542every two weeks gross income; $271 weeklygross income.

• 2 in family — $18,941 annual; $1,579monthly; $729 every two weeks; $365 weekly.

• 3 in family — $23,803 annual; $1,984monthly; $916 every two weeks; $458 weekly.

• 4 in family — $28,665 annual; $2,389monthly; $1,103 every two weeks; $552 week-ly.




• 8 in family — $48,113 annual; $4,010monthly; $1,851 every two weeks; $926 week-

ly.• Each additional family member — +

$4,862 annual; + $406 monthly; + $187 everytwo weeks; + $94 weekly.

Reduced priced meals:• 1 in family — $20,036 annual gross

income; $1,670 monthly gross income; $771every two weeks gross income; $386 weeklyincome.





• 6 in family — $54,631 annual; $4,553monthly; $2,102 every two weeks; $1,051weekly.



• Each additional family member — +$6,919 annual; + $577 monthly; + $267 everytwo weeks; + $134 weekly.

To determine annual income: If income isreceive weekly, multiply by 52; every twoweeks, by 26; monthly, by 12. If income isreported as twice per month, convert toannual income.

Children from families whose income is ator below the levels shown are eligible for free

or reduced price meals or free milk.Application forms are being sent to allhomes with a letter to parents. To apply forfree or reduced price meals or free milk,households should fill out the applicationand return it to the school. Additional copiesare available at the principal’s office at eachschool.

The information provided on the applica-tion is confidential and will be used only forthe purpose of determining eligibility andmay be verified at any time during the schoolyear by school or other program officials.Applications may be submitted at any timeduring the year. Application forms for theSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program(SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, orTemporary Family Assistance (TFA) house-holds require the child’s name, the child’sSNAP/TFA case number and the signature ofan adult household member.

Households receiving assistance under theSNAP/TFA programs will be notified oftheir eligibility, and their children will beprovided free benefits unless the householdnotifies the school that it chooses to declinebenefits. Households receiving SNAP bene-fits or TFA for their children should onlysubmit an application if they are not notifiedof their eligibility by Sept. 30, 2009.Households receiving SNAP benefits or TFAfor their children may receive a direct certi-fication letter from the Department of SocialServices. These letters will automaticallyqualify a child for free meals or milk andmay be submitted instead of an applicationto a school.

Application forms for all other householdsrequire a statement of total householdincome, household size and names of all

household members. The Social Securitynumber of an adult household member mustbe included, or a statement that the house-hold member does not possess one. The adulthousehold member must also sign the appli-cation certifying that the information pro-vided is correct.

In certain cases, foster children are alsoeligible for these benefits. If a family has afoster child living with them who is a legalward of the state of Connecticut, that childis considered a family of one, and monthlypersonal income from the state must bereported.

Under the provisions of the policy fordetermining eligibility for free and reducedprice meals, Cathy A. Bartlett, the food serv-ice director, will review applications anddetermine eligibility. If a parent is dissatis-fied with the ruling, he or she may wish todiscuss the discuss the decision with thedetermining officials on an informal basis.

If the parent wishes to make a formalappeal, a request either orally or in writingmay be made to Dr. Francis Baran,Superintendent of Schools, 147A Route 169,Woodstock, CT 06281 (phone: 928-7453) for ahearing to appeal the decision. The policycontains an outline of the hearing proce-dure. Each school and the central district hasa copy of the policy, which may be reviewedby an interested party.

If a household member becomes unem-ployed or if a household size changes at anytime, the family should contact the school tofile a new application. Such changes maymake the children of the household eligiblefor reduced price meals, free meals or freemilk, if the family income falls at or belowthe levels shown above.

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DANIELSON — Full-time student enroll-ment for the 2009 fall semester at QuinebaugValley Community College is at a 27 percentincrease compared to the same period lastyear, setting a record pace for the school.

According to QVCC officials, program areasshowing some of the highest declared majorsinclude business degrees, such as accountingand management, which are currently post-ing increases of 50 percent and 34 percent,respectively, and medical assisting, which isup 38 percent. Early childhood educationcourses have been the fastest growing pro-gram over the last few years, and it continuesat a 53 percent rate heading into the fall.

Also, it is reported that non-credit trainingcourses increased by 40 percent last spring, ascompared to the spring of 2008. The certifiednursing assistant, pharmacy technician and

veterinary assistant programs have been thehighest enrolling programs at both theDanielson campus and Willimantic Center.

“At QVCC, our focus is on accommodatingthe increase of students enrolling for creditcourses for the fall semester,” said SusanHuard, dean of learning and student services.“At this time, we are at a 27 percent higherenrollment over the same period from lastyear. We are offering more than 35 onlinecourses, and our classroom size will have toincrease to meet the increased demand.”

Huard said QVCC and the state’s communi-ty college headquarters are expecting infor-mation to be released from President BarackObama’s administration soon as to how muchin stimulus funds are going to be doled out forthe state. In all, it has been reported thatObama wants to infuse $12 billion nationwideinto America’s community college system.

According to Connecticut Community

Colleges, last spring was the highest enroll-ment figures in the history of system, with50,385 students enrolled.

Marc S. Herzog, chancellor of ConnecticutCommunity Colleges, said that with the slow-down in the economy comes an even greaterneed for students to gain education and skillsthey need to compete for jobs in today’s world.

“It is essential that more students enterfields essential to the state’s economicgrowth,” he said in a statement issued in thespring. “The Community Colleges are chal-lenged to prepare increasing numbers of stu-dents to enter the workforce and keep the statecompetitive, while the budget to sustain aca-demic programs and student support servicesis decreasing.”

In terms of gaining a higher education intoday’s highly competitive job market, as wellas a down economy, CCC’s boast the mostaffordable tuition and fees in the state, at

$2,894 in 2008-’09 for a full year of study. Typesof financial aid for eligible include federalgovernment grants, college work-study andloans, as well as state grants, tuition set-asideprograms and scholarships.

Herzog reiterated that even though enroll-ment is up, it is at a time when state budgetcuts threaten the ability of colleges to servegrowing numbers of students seeking a high-er education, and therefore, the increasedneed of not only qualified teachers, but alsosupport services for students, such as advisorsand tutors, make the issue uncertain.

“We hope there’s a focus on the system,”Susan Breault, a representative for QVCC,said about the slated stimulus money,“because the number of students enrolling isup so dramatically.”

For more information, visit QVCC atwww.qvctc.commnet.edu and CCC atwww.commnet.edu.

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Twilight in the Country raises $39KTHOMPSON — Day Kimball Hospital’s

fourth annual Twilight in the Country eventraised more than $39,000 to be equally dis-tributed between Day Kimball HomeCare,Hospice & Palliative Care of NortheasternConnecticut and Day Kimball HomeMakers.

This tally brings the four-year event totalto more than $100,500, all of which is beingused to assist local individuals and familiesneeding services from these three organiza-tions.

More than 200 guests strolled GreystoneFarm in Thompson, while enjoying horsd’oeuvres and wine and listening to theAnders Vercelli Jazz Trio. The use of the his-toric farm is donated and hosted each year byowners Robert and Susan Vincent.

Following the stroll, guests were usheredto their seats for a live melodic performanceby the American Band. The American Banddates back to 1837 and is comprised of morethan 50 musicians whose repertoire rangesfrom classical to whimsical.

Tori Bates, Day Kimball Healthcare’s event

manager, said, “Our community is constant-ly demonstrating its support and generosityto Day Kimball Healthcare’s many importantorganizations. This year, the contributions ofthe hundreds of people who attendedTwilight in the Country truly make a differ-ence in the lives of thousands through theservices of Day Kimball HomeCare, Hospice& Palliative Care of NortheasternConnecticut and Day Kimball HomeMakers.I am honored to be a part of such a specialevening.”

Due to generous local business donations,a raffle was held in the hospital prior toTwilight in the Country, and a silent auctionwas held at the event. Proceeds of both con-tributed to the funds raised for these threeorganizations.

Day Kimball HomeCare, Hospice &Palliative Care of Northeastern Connecticutand Day Kimball HomeMakers offer skilledin-home health care, personal support serv-ices and compassionate end-of-life care forpatients and their families. Last year alone,these organizations served nearly 40,000 com-munity members within Day KimballHealthcare’s 13-town service area.

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POMFRET — Pomfret Cub Scout Pack 26recently finished an action-packed week atCamp Akela at the JN Webster ScoutReservation in Ashford.

Grant Alessandro, Sam Allegretti, AsaBazinet, Thomas Bergandahl, ThomasCatsam, Grant Cerrone, Keegan Day, JohnRogers and Wyatt Sheldon represented

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Learning the Slovenian language, speaking in Slopish I’ve been in the capital of

Slovenija, Ljubljana, for a fewweeks now as I attempt to learn

the Slovenian language. My effortsto learn my grandmother’s nativetongue and my mother’s secondlanguage have proved to be ...interesting.

Take, for example, this mostrecent and representative instance,which occurred not too long ago inclass.

The scene: University ofLjubljana, Secondary MedicalSchool classroom, where theCentre for Slovenian is holding itsfour-week summer session. Thesun is shining, birds are chirping,and nine students from Argentina,Brazil, Holland, Austria, Australia,Africa, France, and the UnitedStates sit while their Slovenianteacher begins to ask them ques-tions, pointing toward a picture ofa cup of coffee in the textbook.

Teacher: “Kristina, koliko stanekavo?”

Kristina: “Dos evro dvanajst cen-tov.”

In other words: “Kristina, howmuch does coffee cost?”

“Oh, sure, let’s see here … Doseuros and 12 cents or so.”

In case you’re wondering, theword for two in Slovenian is “dva”or “dve,” and yes, you are correct inyour assumption that “dos” is theSpanish word for “two.”

Is there a word for when you arespeaking half in Spanish and halfin Slovenian? Not Spanglish, butSpanlene? Or Slopish? Slopishsounds like sloppy, which is whatmy Slovenian is, especially whenmixed with my second language,

Spanish.I now speak fluent Slopish.I can remember the days back in

high school when I would studylists of vocabulary words andattempt to memorize intricateSpanish grammar rules. It was dif-ficult for me to master my secondlanguage, but I was able to getthrough a college major in Spanishliterature by the time I was done.

That seems so long ago to menow, even though I only recentlygraduated from college. As I sit inthe classroom full of small tableswith a diverse group of people thissummer, I am beginning to realizejust how much easier Spanish wasto learn.

Slovenian — a language that only2 million people speak worldwide,most of them in Slovenija — is lesscomplex in some ways. For exam-ple, it has only three verb tenses:basic past, present and future.There are no subjunctive tenses, noprogressive tenses, no way to dis-tinguish between saying: “shewent,” “she has gone,” “she wasgoing,” and “she had been going.”In Slovenian, no matter which oneof those phrases you mean to say,you just say: “she went.”

But instead of having complicat-

ed verb tenses, the language hasdifficult “cases,” which they callsklon. There are eight sklons, eachdetermined by complex grammati-cal rules I swear I will neverremember, and each changing thenouns and adjectives in a sentencein a certain way.

That means that dependingwhere my name is in a sentence, Imight be Kristina, Kristino,Kristini or Kristine.

By the end of the first week, Iwas ready to throw my hands intothe air in surrender, proclaiming:“My name is Kristina, and that’s it!Just Kristina! Just call meKristina!” These thoughts broughtme back to elementary school,when I would routinely introducemyself to new friends as: “Kristin-ahhh. With an ‘a’ at the end.” At thetime, I was annoyed because some-times people called me Kristin orKristine, instead of Kristina. I havenow reverted to my 7-year-old self.

But that isn’t the end of my trou-bles.

What I’d failed to realize aboutmy Spanish lessons in high schoolwas that my books and classes weredirected toward American Englishspeakers. That is, the vocabularylists had one column of words inSpanish and one column inEnglish. The instructions for cer-tain activities in the book were inboth languages. And the explana-tions about grammar were inEnglish.

Well, in my class, only three outof nine are native English speakers—the Australian, anotherAmerican and me. The rest allclaim some other language —

whether it is French, Italian,Spanish, Portuguese, German, oran African dialect — as their own.They understand English in vary-ing degrees, but the books we useanticipate that a given classroomwill have diverse groups.

So, there are just lists ofSlovenian words in my book, with ablank column next to them so that Ican write what they mean in myown language. That means spend-ing a considerable amount of timepaging through my little diction-ary, hoping it has the words in it.

And when Italian speakers out-number the English speakers, thatmeans that the explanations forgrammar come from our profes-sors in Italian.

And even when they come inEnglish, my Spanish-speakingfriends often turn to me, asking meto translate what’s been said intoSpanish for them so that they canbetter understand it.

My memorization of vocabularywords usually goes something likethis: First I think the word inSlovenian, since my teacher hasjust said it; then I connect it to theEnglish word in my head;then I quickly think of itin Spanish and say it aloudto whoever needs to hear itnext to me ... and then mybrain proceeds forward inSpanish, causing me toinsert random Spanishwords into sentenceswhen I don’t know theSlovenian equivalentwithout realizing I amdoing it.

Before I knew the word

“ali” meant “or” in Slovenian, Iroutinely linked words in sen-tences together with the Spanishword for “or.”

This just confuses my teachers,who speak a whole host of lan-guages —most notably, English,German, Italian, and the languagesfrom the former Yugoslavia such asCroatian and Serbian — but who donot know Spanish at all.

I try to tell myself it’s not myfault that when I tell my brain notto think in English, it jumps toSpanish. But it is quite challengingto be thinking in Spanish while sit-ting in class, then translating theSpanish into Slovenian, and thenwhen the teacher speaks in Englishto explain something, to have tosomehow sort out theEnglish/Spanish (ie: Spanglish),which is, of course, why I am nowthe world’s first fluent Slopishspeaker.

Kristina Reardon writes an occa-sional column for VillagerNewspapers.

KRISTINAREARDON

KRISTAL

KLEAR


Going one. Going twice.Sold to the highest bidder!

A good auction is more funthan any other form of exchangeof goods and services. The recentdeath of Robert Glass, the well-known local auctioneer, mademe think of all the exciting localauctions I’ve attended.

Glass hadstyle andbravado. Hewas a teacherby professionwho becamean auctioneerwhen he wentto a charityauction andthought hecould do a bet-ter job thanthe auction-eer in charge,

according to his obituary.Bob Glass worked with the

Hole-in-the-Wall Gang Camp inAshford on its big auction, whichbrought in large gifts in supportof the camp. At Pomfret Schoolauctions, Glass prodded highrollers to flex their checkbookmuscle.

The tradition of lively auc-tions and auctioneers in the areaincludes some real characters.Jim the Swapper ran an auctionin Pomfret for decades thatincluded a colorful crowd ofeccentrics in the audience thatnearly rivaled the personality ofJim Mayo, the man who held thegavel. The merchandise ran thegamut from farm animals andequipment to miscellaneous lotsof grocery store items. It was asmuch fun to people watch as itwas to bid.

Smiling Jim Gaudreau ran anenergetic auction and his son,Kevin, keeps up the tradition.The Gaudreaus like to have fun,which makes the auction theateras well as commerce. They havelong supported the annual 4-Hauction that provides support tothe excellent summer camp pro-gram.

There must be somethingabout auctioneering that isgenetic, as Woodstock boasts thefather-son combination ofNorman Heckler Sr. and Jr. TheHecklers specialize in Americanbottles and hold auctions thatattract attention on an interna-tional basis.

Just over the line in Foster,R.I., is Danny’s Auction Barn.The auctions there range far andwide in terms of merchandiseand include everything fromlivestock to cars to antiques. Theatmosphere is charged with theearthy humor of a country mar-ketplace.

John Bennett Jr., fromPutnam, runs the horse auctionsat UConn and whips the audi-ence up with his banter and teas-ing remarks. The words tumbleoff John’s tongue so rapidly thatit is hard to imagine how hemakes sense of what he is say-ing, but he does. Like all goodauctioneers, John fans the fire ofcompetition so that bidders keepgoing up on their offers.

Kevin Gaudreau providedinsight into what has changedthe auction business. During the1970s and ’80s, he held 45 auc-tions a year. Now he has eight to10. The Internet, whichincreased access, sparked inter-est in “smalls,” the items that areeasy to ship, but led to a decreasein the sale of furniture.

The big change, according toGaudreau, is that Depression-erapeople saved everything. Nowpeople move more often and tossthings out more readily. The costof putting together an auctionhas increased, so auctioneershave to combine estates to makea large enough offering to pay forthe advertising and other costs.

In mid-August, Gaudreau willhave an old-fashioned estate auc-tion on Thompson Hill. He willsell off the possessions of sever-al well-known former residents.As he brings down his gavel-clinching sale after sale, goodswill be redistributed to buyersfrom near and far.

Some of us will raise our num-bers warily. Others will take afront-row seat and demand atten-tion. Regardless of whether ornot we go home with treasurersor empty-handed, we can be partof a tradition of redistributionthat has a lot more soul than aclick of the Internet.

Nancy Weiss resides in Pomfretand writes a weekly column forVillager Newspapers.

To the Editor:

I feel I must answer Mr. Karack Osborn’sresponse to my letter regarding the practice oftipping if only to correct inaccuracies. But first, itmust be said that nowhere does Mr. Osborn men-tion the number of times my wife and I have beenstiffed by service people. Yet, no matter. I won’tdwell upon that.

Strangely enough, Ms. Osborn and I start off inagreement. He also has “wondered” why restau-rants don’t pay service people a living wage. Butthis is the last time we see eye to eye.

If Mr. Osborn will reread my letter, he maylearn that my tipping protest is a silent one. Iunhappily go with the flow and tip to avoid familydebates. I have better use for my time. If I didn’ttip, upon who else could I shower my displeasurethan the waiter/waitress … the owner or manag-er?

Secondly, Mr. Osborn states that 95 percent ofthe time the tip is included in the check only forlarge parties — which creates a mystery for mywife and me as to the reason we have been the tar-get of this practice on many occasions as tourists.

Then Mr. Osborn goes on to lament both low-paying service jobs and acute indebtedness. It’s asif only the younger generation has such prob-lems. If Mr. Osborn reaches senior citizenship, he

will immediately come to grips with fixedincomes, added to household and transportationexpenses and skyrocketing health care costs,many of which Medicare does not cover.

At this point, Mr. Osborn takes inexcusable lib-erties with my words. Nowhere do I say that serv-ice people are lazy and work in restaurants toavoid getting a “real job.” Assuming something tobe true can be most embarrassing in the light offact.

In conclusion, Mr. Osborn suggests that Ishould “do everyone a favor by staying home.”Which he heartily recommends, despite my reluc-tant tipping, our fixed income, our financial prob-lems, and thus depriving us of a little recreation-al enjoyment in our advanced years in order tohelp subsidize a college tuition with a 10 percentor 15 percent tip.

I’m not hoping people will agree with what Iwrite. Everyone is entitled to his or her opinion.My only goal is for individuals to read my letters.I actually welcome diverse points of view. There’salways the chance I can learn something. But hon-estly, Mr. Osborn. I can do without the misstate-ments, assumptions and sarcasm.

Alan SandersonDanielson

OPINION

COMMENTARY

Opinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Sanderson: Tip for tat in response to letter

To the Editor:

I was initially interested in and ultimatelyunimpressed with Theresa M. Barton’s critique ofmy commentary (“Obama’s kinds of changescould be catastrophic,” July 24) in which I assert-ed that President Obama’s economic plans wouldfail, as similar plans have been tried before andhave always failed.

It is apparently de rigueur for all Obamaacolytes to begin any defense of his policies byknocking George W. Bush, and Barton follows therules. Her assumption here seems to be that GWBis unabashedly admired by conservatives. Thishighlights her ignorance of conservative opinionfar more than it reflects any objective reality.

While Bush had many admirable qualities andset forth many worthwhile policies [do a Googlesearch for the number of Al-Qaida attacks in theUnited States since Sept. 11, 2001 (that number iszero) to see the results of some of those policieswe admire]. Where Bush and many conservativespart ways, however, is over his spending, which,until his successor came along, had seemed prof-ligate. What Bush called “compassionate conser-vatism,” many on the Right called “big govern-ment conservatism.” And his reaction to the eco-nomic meltdown toward the end of his term(which was due more to government intervention— the government mandate to lower mortgagelending criteria being a primary example) was ahuge disappointment. Bush’s quote, “I’ve aban-doned free market principles to save the free mar-ket system,” from Dec. 16, 2008 certainly did notbring happiness to the average conservative’sheart.

I was also a little perplexed by Barton’s descrip-tion of my sources as “deceptive” since one of themost prominent of those was FDR’s ownTreasury secretary, Henry Morgenthau Jr., whobelieved that the New Deal had flopped. In coun-tering what she believes were my lacklustersources, she then trots out “Nobel Prize winningeconomist Paul Krugman.” Oh my. WhileKrugman did indeed win the Nobel Prize, this

becomes far less impressive when one realizesthat the Nobel Committee often rewards politicalcorrectness far more than it does achievement.How else to explain the Nobel Peace Prize havinggone to well-known terrorist Yassir Arafat andhypocritical enviro-dilettante Al Gore? (Can any-one please name the war that was stopped andpeace that was spread by Gore?)

Krugman is, in fact, a very controversial figuredue in large part to his astonishing dishonesty,which is highlighted by virtually every one of histelevised appearances and New York Timescolumns being deconstructed in print and on theInternet with regularity. The funny part here isthat in thoughtlessly parroting Krugman, Bartonactually winds up proving my point for me. Shesays that the unemployment rate in 1937-’38 rosebecause the “deficit hawks” at the time thoughtthat FDR was spending too much and cut thatspending. Now, I won’t even bother to question theaccuracy of this assertion here, but I will ques-tion what it means.

By 1937-’38, the New Deal, with its increasedgovernment spending and intervention, had beenunderway for four to five years. If the idea of allthat spending and intervention was to right theship, to fix the underlying economy, then a reduc-tion of government spending should not have hada negative effect at that point. Barton seems tobelieve that stimulus dollars shouldn’t act as oildoes in a machine, greasing things along so thatthey are working smoothly again, but that it is acrutch that cannot be withdrawn without theeconomy sliding back into the doldrums. In otherwords, by her own definition, a stimulus doesn’tfix a bad economy, it only disguises it. And a stim-ulus resulting in perpetual deficits is unsupport-able, of course, and so results in just the kind offailure I mentioned in my commentary.

Therefore, I’d like to thank Ms. Barton for hervery peculiar “rebuttal” in which she unwittinglyproved my point.

EDMOND D. SMITHPUTNAM

To the Editor:

One thing that politicians like to make is predic-tions. Problem is that more often than not, the pre-dictions that they make are wrong, like unemploy-ment, job growth and the national debt. Most peo-ple forget about these wrong predictions, and thatis why some of the same career politicians stay inoffice.

So, I got to thinking (my bad habit) that picking apolitician to serve in a particular office is like pick-ing a weatherman. The problem is that most politi-cians, unlike weathermen, will predict or promisefair weather for the future if you vote for them.Then, they will blame the previous administrationwhen they are wrong. If you were to ask a weather-person to make weather forecasts for the next 10years, they may say that you are crazy. Yet politi-cians, with their advisors, make predictions andforecasts 10 years out all the time.

Bill Clinton said we would have deficits for theforeseeable future. Surprisingly, there were budgetsurpluses during his administration.

George Bush said we would continue to have bal-anced budgets. He had deficit budgets.

Bush said the Iraq war would cost $50 billion. Yeteight years later, it’s up to $500 billion and stillcounting. No one predicted or forecasted the eventsof 9/11 and the sequence of events that followed.

Now we have a new president who has not beenaccurate on some of his pre-election predictions.Some of his present forecasts don’t look too good,either. He hasn’t changed his course and is now try-ing to get everyone to join him in jumping off theenergy and health care bridges. My mother alwayssaid, “Just because everyone else is jumping off thebridge doesn’t mean you should, too.” The

American people are not lemmings. We Americansare not as stupid as some would imply. As thingsstand now, the government creates more problemsthan they solve. Many problems have been solvedby people without government help.

So, if politicians were weather people, they surecouldn’t be trusted. I think what our politiciansshould do is start building a reputation for accura-cy and dependability, just like good weathermen,which is not the case now. I think it would be greatif politicians would do their jobs more like weatherpeople. They could try showing exactly how theyderived these big numbers they come up with.Make shorter, more accurate forecasts or predic-tions, and admit it when they have to adjust theirforecasts. Weather people do. Don’t predict fairweather when there are storms looming. Don’t beafraid to get out and face the storm. Look at what ispossible and prepare for the unpredictable. Don’ttry to make everything rosy by deceiving theAmerican citizens. Maybe we should start savingfor a rainy day and not try to spend our way out ofdebt. Don’t waste yours or the voters’ time in givingunrealistic forecasts. Beware of possible cata-strophic events. ... Lastly, be prepared for the publicto come down on you like a hail storm should youmake wrong decisions based on wrong predictions.Some people will remember politicians’ wrong pre-dictions and vote accordingly. Life can be easierand voters more forgiving if politicians admit itwhen they are wrong. Weather people do, and thatmaybe that is why they are trusted and still have ajob.

Get the (weather) picture???

HAROLD REEVESDANIELSON

Reeves: Politicians should be more like weathermen

Auctiontraditionlives on

34 years later,movie still

has biteThose who know me know this: I’m a big-time

movie buff. I love movies.Atop the list — and it’s a big list — of my all-

time favorites is, without question, StevenSpielberg’s JAWS. It ranks only slightly ahead ofFrancis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather, but it isahead of it.

I’m not quite sure what cap-tured my fancy; maybe it’sbecause it was among the firstbunch of films I saw on the bigscreen. (I saw JAWS at the drive-in. I was probably around 8 atthe time.) The 1975 blockbusterhas enthralled me ever since.

I own it on VHS tape — origi-nal and anniversary editions.DVD? Of course. I figure I’veseen the movie, oh, about a mil-lion times. My wife will testify tomy rather useless ability to pret-ty much quote the movie fromstart to finish. Oh, and I’ve readthe book — twice.

Which is what made lastMonday night so cool.

My wife, as fate would have it, was driving to afriend’s parents’ in Clinton recently. A detourforced her to drive by The Strand Theater. There,on the marquee, she couldn’t believe her eyes:Monday was Classic Movie Night, and the follow-ing Monday’s feature was going to be — youguessed it — JAWS.

It wasn’t until we drove past the theater thatnight to a parking lot around 6:30 or so that she letthe cat out of the bag — or, in this case, the sharkout of the cage. We were, she told me, going to seeJAWS.

Now, bear in mind, I’ve seen this film, like I said,a million times. I can point out little things like howin one shot it appears to be broad daylight out atsea, and in the very next — same scene — it’salmost dark.

Doesn’t matter. It was like I was going for the firsttime.

I later found out that the theater, which featuresa walk-up concession stand and trays at your seat,sold out that night. I sat in my seat amazed as peo-ple continued to file into the theater before themovie started. Young, old and every age in between;I saw women out together without their husbands,children who probably should have been home get-ting ready for bed, boyfriends and girlfriends, hus-bands and wives and, of course, guys like me.

The fella sitting next to me fit that category. Hedidn’t mock me when I started tapping my feet asthe lights went down and said, quite loudly, “I’m soexcited!” The first ominous tones of John Williams’classic score filled the theater, and the guy leanedover and said to me, “Me, too.”

My wife and I were both in agreement after thefilm: It was better than ever. Shown the way it wasmeant to be, on reel to reel and with every crackle,skip and grainy scene intact, this was JAWS theway it was 34 years ago.

And no matter how many times you’ve seen it, Idon’t care who you are, when Ben Gardner’s head— eyeball dangling out of its skull — pops out ofthe hull of his boat as Hooper explores the wreck-age underwater, you jump out of your seat and letout an audible gasp.

Well, my wife did. So did most other folks. Me andthe guy next to me, who I figured had probably seenthe movie as many times as I, let out knowingchuckles.

It was, in a word, great.As we left the theater later, I listened to the con-

versations of those we passed by, like the group ofteens who were talking about how cool it would beto have a video game version of the movie (I’veplayed one, and it’s not at all like the movie). Kidsheld onto tightly to their parents’ hands.

Me? I kept thanking my wife profusely, over andover. Oh, sure, I’m in my 40s, but I’m still a kid atheart. Who isn’t, really? Who doesn’t love a goodthrill? A good scare? And let’s face it, Spielberg’sJAWS was among the best of the thrillers. Notmuch gore, no torture. Just good, old-fashionedfear. It played on that deepest of fears, the fear ofsomething in the water other than humans.

JAWS is why, to this day, I don’t go into the oceanpast my waist unless I’m with a bunch of other peo-ple, much like Psycho is why I still peer out frombehind the shower curtain every time.

A lot has changed in this messed up, topsy-turvyworld of ours. We may be headed toward a healthcare system that will bankrupt our grandkids, butfor $5.50, if you look hard enough, you can still goback to when you were a kid, when Social Securityand terrorism were oh-so-distant thoughts, whenthings at least seemed a whole lot simpler.

I say go out and pick yourself up a copy of JAWS.You’ll be glad you did. Oh, and as a bonus, you’ll geta pretty dead-on history lesson on the USSIndianapolis from the movie’s doomed sharkhunter, Quint, one of the best characters everbrought to screen.

Thirty-four years later and, oh yeah, JAWS stilltops the list.

Walter Bird Jr. may be reached at (508) 909-4107 orvia e-mail at [email protected].

Smith: Rebuttal actually proves the point

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Sound Off:

Brooklyn is at the crossroads of its future.Will it remain quaint and encourage smalllocal business growth or succumb to big-boxproliferation and look like everywhere else?

A 50,000-square-foot retail size cap amend-ment is before the Brooklyn Planning &Zoning Commission. It proposes a cap onretail buildings, which ultimately benefits allin the Quiet Corner. How many big-box storescan the Quiet Corner afford before there areno consumer dollars left for the small localbusinesses? Retail size caps are designed tolevel the playing field for all businesses,which provides a level protection for ourlocal small businesses.

Encouraging developers to create anddesign pedestrian-oriented projects that fitthe character and community of Brooklyn,while sustaining scenic vistas and enhancingthe quality of life in Brooklyn, is a win-winfor everyone. New-England-style buildingssimilar to Brooklyn’s Village Center Districtare far more attractive and business friendlythan massive big-box retail stores. Smallbusinesses are the backbone of this country(just listen to the daily news) and give back somuch more to their local communities.

Why can’t Brooklyn have professionaloffice buildings, a bookstore, a bakery or spe-cialty retail stores? Why not a food co-op orfarmers’ market pavilion to celebrate andcapitalize on Brooklyn’s agricultural her-itage? What about more hiking/walking

trails, bike trails designed to protectBrooklyn’s natural resources and protect theprecious aquifer located in the heart ofBrooklyn’s commercial zone? We all wantclean, unpolluted drinking water, don’t we?How about a nature center to educate folksabout the environment and the wildlife in thearea (e.g. bobcats, bald eagles, coyotes, etc.)?Protecting the environment and celebratingit, how socially responsible!

The town of Brooklyn is located in theQuinebaug-Shetucket Heritage Corridor andhas a unique ability to capitalize on its his-torical and agricultural history. The remainsof a 19th-century brickyard operation stillcan be found off of Route 6 and has beenidentified as a significant archaeologicalresource meeting the “eligibility criteria forthe National Register of Historic Places. Thesite may be of statewide significance.” It isthe only known remaining brickyard inConnecticut. Why not create a small-scaletourist attraction with the reproduction ofthe old brickyard? Sturbridge Village soundfamiliar?

There are so many possibilities. It justtakes vision and a planning strategy that uti-lizes and incorporates Brooklyn’s strengthsand assets as part of an economic growthstrategy, which is a must for long-term viabil-ity. I encourage all to get involved. If youtruly care about your community, speak upand get involved. Others are making deci-sions for the residents every day. Make yourvoices heard.

Brooklyn is at a crossroads

Sound Off:

Kudos to Fay’s Letter to Editor. Yes, votersshould have the right to vote for the threeseats on the Board of Selectmen. If the partyofficials use the lame excuse that they can’tget people to run, here’s a solution so electorscan vote for all seats.

The ordinance would say:1. The Board of Selectmen shall consist of

three members.2. Each party may put two candidates on

the ballot for the Board of Selectmen.3.The electors shall vote for three members

on the ballot.4. The candidate with the highest votes

shall be the (a) first selectman, and (b) thenext two highest votes shall be selectmen.

Each party puts two candidates on the bal-lot as they have always done. There will befour candidates for the Board of Selectmen.The voters get to vote for three candidatesand everyone is happy.

Three selectmen seats should be voted on

SOUND OFFS

Babbitt: Thanks to emergency responders

OPINION

To the Editor:

My brother, David Babbitt, was seriouslyinjured trying to cut down a large branch. Itfell on him. Thanks to all EMTs and emer-gency personnel, he was stabilized. He wastaken to UMass via Lifestar. He has a severelybroken lower back and crushed right ankle,

among other injuries. Thanks again to theemergency responders for their expertise.They are angels.

NORM F. BABBITTTHOMPSON

Smith: Milk purchases make a difference To the Editor:

Dean Foods Inc. is a Dallas-based companythat controls 70 percent of the dairy marketin New England and 40 percent nationwide. Itprocesses and markets Garelick Farms andsells its processed milk to retailers such asWal-Mart, Sam’s Club and Stop & Shop. Whilesmall dairy producers are selling every 100pounds of milk for about $7 less than its pro-duction cost, Dean Foods is earning profits:$80 million in the first quarter of 2009, a 150percent increase over last year’s first-quarterprofit.

The price small dairy farmers receivetoday is at the same level it was three decadesago, even though the costs of production andother expenses have risen. In other words,our Connecticut small dairy farmers aregoing broke. They receive $1 for each gallon ofmilk sold, while we pay an average of threetimes that per gallon at the store. The recentbill increasing aid to Connecticut farmers

will bring a small degree of relief, but it doesnot erase the problem. It costs more to pro-duce milk in New England, a fact that’signored by federal price controls.

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, concernedwith a failing Vermont dairy industry, hasasked the Justice Department’s antitrust divi-sion to investigate Dean Foods, and he, alongwith Sen. Leahy, have asked the Secretary ofAgriculture for a short-term increase in theprice of milk.

We can do something to help today. We cantell our representatives to do more to supportlocal farmers. And we can directly supportour local Connecticut dairy farmers by buy-ing their products in our stores. By buyinglocal, we help our neighbors — and help our-selves by ensuring our own food security.

TIMA SMITHPOMFRET CENTER

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Health care system must give consumers freedom of choice Wouldn’t a health care system where

the patients and their doctorsmake the decisions as to what

tests, procedures and medications are nec-essary without insurance regulation orgovernmental interference be in everyone’sinterest? Wouldn’t a system where youcould decide whether you want to pay forthe red pill even though it costs more thanthe green pill because it works better foryou, even though supposedly they workequally as well, be preferable? The mainissue is not whether or not people can gethealth care when they need it. It is all abouthow much it’s going to cost and who isgoing to pay for it.

As everyone agrees, the current system isexpensive and frustrating to patients anddoctors. It seems to have everything to dowith controlling costs and little to do aboutproviding needed services or quality care.Insurance companies used to be mutualcompanies where premiums paid wentdirectly to paying for the expenses of themembers, not to the CEOs’ million dollarbonuses. Health insurance companies nowhave a vested interest in not providing serv-ices. If the system was changed and the

g o v e r n m e n tbecomes the singlepayer or one ofmany payers, theprocess will be thesame. Someone isgoing to want toreduce costs byreducing services or

payments. The major drawback of a gov-ernmental system is that government sys-tems always cost more and are always lessefficient and a bureaucratic nightmare.And what is scarier than having the samegovernment controlling your health bene-fits and Social Security payments? Is thisnot a conflict of interest?

I would propose another system that hadworked well in the past and which keptdown the costs to the patients. Let’s severe-ly limit both the insurance companies andthe government from deciding what ourhealth care will be by what they will pay for.Because no matter whom the payer is, theywill be the one deciding what will be paidfor, not the patient.

I would propose that we buy health insur-ance the way we buy car or homeowners’

insurance and you buy the coverage youneed. Imagine what your auto insurancewould cost if everyone had to have the samepolicy and it had to cover gasoline and oiland tire changes, as health insurance iscurrently mandated. You could also have ahealth savings account that would be taxfree and be spent on whatever health needs(dental, drugs, eyeglasses or medical) theperson thinks are necessary. Accruing overthe years, this could add up to hundreds ofthousands of dollars and it is the propertyof the patient for his entire life. This sys-tem would also encourage better healthmaintenance and preventative care so thatyou wouldn’t have to spend big dollars for abig problem that could have been prevent-ed.

And since a large proportion of the costsof providing heath care are expended tocomply with insurance company policies orgovernmental mandates, the cost to theproviders would go down and they wouldpass those savings on to their patients.Competition would enter into the equation,and those who were competitive would besuccessful. Look at the Wal-Mart model fordrug pricing for a good example.

For those too poor to buy even inexpen-sive major medical or catastrophic insur-ance coverage, health care credits, similarto food stamps, or tax benefits could beimplemented to help them acquire some. Iam sure that a governmental program forthis plan could be run for less than the cur-rent cost estimate of a trillion dollars.

Finally, the reduction of the cost of med-ical care would also require tort reform.Physicians would not feel so compelled torun and repeat test after test because offear of a malpractice suit. Unless this ispart of health care reform, it will bedoomed to fail. There must be a definableline between justly compensated and exor-bitant awards for pain and suffering.

We need systems that give us freedom tochoose what is best for us and not give thatprivilege to someone else. Having someoneelse determine your choices is just anotherform of slavery.

Dr. Joseph J. Cremé is a practicing physi-cian in Putnam.

DR. JOSEPH J. CREMÉ

COMMENTARY

National Tea Parties will have historical consequences This past Fourth of July saw

a second wave of national“Tea Parties,” the first wave

having been seen earlier this yearon April 15, income tax day. Thisgrowing, popular movement sawwell over 1,000 individual “TeaParties” onIndependence Day incities as diverse asSacramento, Chicago,Houston, Tucson, DesMoines, Wichita, St.Louis, Tallahassee,Savannah, Tulsa,Denver, Buffalo and, ofcourse, Boston.

This American, non-partisanprotest against dramaticallyincreased taxation, regulationand further injection of govern-ment into the lives of everyAmerican is unprecedented inrecent history. The role of govern-ment in daily life and the erosionof individual rights have beengoing on for over a century, andprotests against that trend havenot happened so concertedlybefore.

Americans have for generationsaccepted the notion that it ismoral and natural for governmentto regulate the economy, the sup-ply of money, the right of contractbetween individuals, the sale of

specific goods and services, andeven the right of free speech if itis being done for the “good of thecountry.” In short, for the pastcentury, the statists have held themoral high ground, always trum-peting the public or national good

in defense of increasedgovernmental controlsand their correspon-ding costs to living andfreedom. The individu-als who stepped for-ward to point out con-stitutional and rationalchallenges to theencroaching trend of

bigger government have alwaysbeen put on the defensive by theaccusations of lack of public spir-it, unpatriotic character and self-ishness. The proponents ofexpanding government controlsare quick to throw the gauntlet of“need” in defense of their policiessuch as the government takeoverof General Motors, the bankingsystem or the looming takeover ofhealth care. We “need” to buildcars, and workers “need” thosejobs, and Americans “need” physi-cian services, they quickly pro-claim as the rationale for theiractions.

So what exactly is the spark thathas ignited what appears to be a

sustained, national, movementagainst the omnipresent, dailyrole of government in Americanlife?

Two hundred thirty-six yearsago, the British Empire subsi-dized the East India Co. The EastIndia Co. was the primary traderin tea, Great Britain’s nationaldrink. Not only was the tax andgovernment subsidization a mat-ter the American colonists had nolegal say on, but also it was beingsold at a far cheaper price thanthe market due to the mercantilepolicies of Parliament.

The forced sale and tax on acommodity became a symbol ofthe oppressive, illegitimate,usurpation of the representativegovernment that the colonists pas-sionately believed they had inParliament. This sense of injus-tice soon coalesced into theBoston Tea Party, where colonistsphysically destroyed a cargo ofEast India Tea that was being lit-erally foisted upon them.Essentially, the first Tea Partywas an act of selfish defiance tothe policies of a government thathad put the interest of groups andcompanies ahead of the rights ofindividual British citizens.

In essence, the first Boston TeaParty was a movement that reject-

ed an authoritarian governmentthat had discarded the principle ofthe consent of the governed. Evenwith the decade’s long, systematicdilution of American history inthe public school curriculum,Americans are realizing that theyare descendants of an intellectualtradition that was essentially aprincipled, moral, selfish move-ment. The American Revolutionwas, in essence, a war for individ-ual rights against the tyranny ofan oppressive government thatput the “national good” above therights of individuals. Thecolonists, in a sense of patriotismto what they saw as their rights asBritish citizens, rejected the arbi-trary rule of a parliament they nolonger had a voice in. The BostonTea Party was an utterly selfishact for Americans, not done in thebest interests of the national goodfor Great Britain. Both teapartiers believed that the properfunction of government should beto leave individuals free to flour-ish, not hinder it for the benefit ofgovernment-sponsored businesseslike the East India Co. or GeneralMotors.

The knee-jerk response of peo-ple who are either unaware of theessence of American historicalprinciples or have disdain for

them can be summed up in arecent quote by the astute politi-cal “philosopher” JaneaneGarofalo: “Let’s be very honestabout what this is about. It’s notabout bashing Democrats; it’s notabout taxes. They have no ideawhat the Boston Tea Party wasabout; they don’t know their histo-ry at all. This is about hating ablack man in the White House.This is racism straight up.”

Unlike Ms. Garofalo and themainstream media, Americansare becoming increasingly awareof their historical and intellectualfoundations, and concurrentlyresenting the massive assault onfreedom by the United States gov-ernment.

The next wave of National TeaParties is scheduled for Sept. 17,and the increase or decrease ofthis movement will have histori-cal consequences for future gener-ations of Americans as we standon the cusp of the largest powergrab and the most disastrousdeficit spending in United States,and quite possibly western histo-ry.

Gary Menard is a resident ofWoodstock.

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KILLINGLY — For most boys comingthrough high school, spending the summergoofing off, hanging out with friends, on thebeach or working is the thing to do. However,soon-to-be Killingly senior Fletcher Babcockis spending his summer on the golf course.

He recently competed in the NorwichInvitational, along with over 150 other north-eastern golfers, at the Norwich Golf Course,and at the completion of the tournament, hefinally did something he’s been wanting to dosince he started playing in the tournamentfive years ago.

“I finally won the tournament for the sixthflight,” said Babcock, who spends his sum-mers on the golf course on a daily basis. “Itwas still good that I won that flight. It was agood feeling.”

The tournament runs as follows: All golfersplay 18 holes on a Friday, and based uponscores, they get seeded in different flights.Sixteen golfers per flight play match play

based on the Friday results. Babcock shot an80, which was good enough to get in the finalflight.

“The course wasn’t hard, but I just playedreally bad,” said Babcock. “They take the top112 golfers, but I would have liked to been play-ing in a better flight.”

On the second day of the tournament,Saturday, Babcock won both matches, puttinghim in good position. On Sunday, he won hisfirst match, allowing him to reach the finalmatch for the first time since he started play-ing the tournament.

Babcock shot even par in the final match,but because he was up four shots with twoholes left, they only played 16 holes.

In previous tournaments, getting to theSunday round was the furthest he’s gottensince he started playing in the tournament.

“I started hitting the ball a little bit betterand I started making a couple of my puts. Itjust seemed to work a lot better during mySaturday and Sunday matches.”

During his championship match, he playedagainst fellow Connecticut National GolfClub (formally Putnam Country Club) mem-ber Tarek Kennawi.

“It was kind of nice to play against someoneI knew,” he said, but added, “It wasn’t as fun tobeat one of my buddies.”

Babcock was one of the youngest players toeven attempt to golf inthe championship.Kennawi is almosttwice his age, givingbragging rights to theyounger golfer.

Babcock’s goal was

to get to the championship flight and even wina match or two in the flight.

“I think it was a good experience, and look-ing back, I think it was good to play all fourmatches to get the full experience of the tour-nament,” he said. “I wasn’t nervous; I was alot more relaxed because I knew his game andI knew what it would take to win.”

All in all, it’s about having fun — of whichBabcock had plenty.

“It’s one of my favorite tournaments to playin,” he said.

Girls learn volleyball fundamentals at campBY BENJAMIN R. KIPP

VILLAGER SPORTS CORRESPONDENT

WOODSTOCK — As part of the “Summer Enrichment” sched-ule, Woodstock Academy hosted a Centaur Volleyball Camp forgirls who want to get a head start on their volleyball season. Thisis the 11th year the Academy has put on the camp.

The camp was held Monday, Aug. 3, through Thursday, Aug. 6.The focus for this week’s camp was to introduce the sport of vol-leyball to 11- through 17-year-olds, but primarily the bulk of par-ticipants were incoming Woodstock Academy freshmen.

Abby Hustus will soon be starting recreational volleyball inAshford in the fall, but hopes to use this camp and her rec teamas a spring board for varsity volleyball. This will be her thirdyear at the camp.

“Since I’ve been coming to the camp, I just want to get better atwhat I’ve learned and I want to learn how to spike over the net,”said Hustus.

In the past two years, she’s come away with something differ-ent every time: “How to serve, how to spike, how to bump a littlebetter, how to set better,” she said.

The forearm pass (or otherwise known as the bump), settingthe ball and the serve are the three basics of volleyball and allwere taught Monday night. Tuesday night the focus was to usethe skills learned the night before and to add on spiking.

As an instructor, Keri Hustus (Abby’s older sister and recentgraduate of Woodstock Academy) was helping this year, alongwith former teammates Veronica Norman, Lisa McNally andCory Baily.

“It’s what I’ve been doing for the past three summers,” said theolder Hustus, “It also helps me get better since I’ll be gettingready to play volleyball in the fall at college.”

“It’s great to have that many people,” said Jeff Boshka, whowas running the camp and is also a volleyball coach at theAcademy. “It’s great to have someone come up to you individual-ly so you can go to that person and get the one-on-one help.”

Boshka also knows this camp will help “break the ice,” whenthe girls try out for the team and even a sport possibly neverplayed before.

“It’s to get kids interested and teach them sound fundamentals.And, the camp can reach a variety of levels and types of kids,”said Boshka. “It can help a wide range of players. I didn’t expectthat many tonight but it was great.”

This year, roughly 30 girls from Pomfret, Brooklyn, Woodstockand Eastford wanted to be a part of the camp.

Keri Hustus hopes to help the younger girls just get better.“I just want them to keep a positive attitude — knowing the

skills will come as they practice and to not get discouraged,” shesaid. “It’s something that you have to work hard at and keep apositive attitude, and that’s something we need to focus on.”

By camp’s end, Boshka hoped all girls in attendance would see“improvement in the sound fundamentals of the game whilewalking away with a positive experience of the game,” he said.

SPORTSPutnam Country Club has new look, new name

BY BENJAMIN R. KIPPVILLAGER SPORTS CORRESPONDENT

PUTNAM — To make the golfcourse more appealing to local andto non-local golfers, the newlyrenamed Putnam Country Club —now the Connecticut National GolfClub — co-owners Brad Rabitor andJim Dandeneau decided to make abig splash. The first change was dif-ferent scenery for every hole, andthe second was a new name.

“There’s been a significantenough change to the course, so wefeel that it warranted a differentname,” said Rabitor. “It’s legitimate-ly a different golf course.”

Most may recognize the address at136 Chase Road in East Putnam asPutnam Country Club, but golferswho haven’t been there for at least

two years are in for a big surprise.All 18 holes have, or soon will be,changed to the point where the aver-age golfer may not even recognizethe new layout.

“We added 33 new tee boxes, 44bunkers, new irrigation, cart paths,drainage and a considerable amountof land shaping, and we added 70acres of fairway, while increasingthe course by about 700 yards,” saidRabitor.

The width of the fairways alsoincreased by roughly a third, whilethinning out many trees, with abrand-new clubhouse and a newdriving range, making it a “differentgolf course.”

Highly involved in the design ofthe new course was golf architectMark Mungeam.

Mungeam is out of Massachusettsand has designed High Fields andLabaron Hills. He did some work toredesign the course for the 2005men’s U.S Open Championships inOlympia Fields. Mungeam also didsome redesign work for a women’sU.S. Open course, as well as aRichmond Country Club.

While some of the old featuresstill exist, new features brought tothe course just “enhance” the lookand the overall feel of the golf expe-rience.

The construction startedNovember 2007 and still has twomore holes to be finished. Number 9and the old number 15 will be donethis fall, ending phase one.

The public response has beenoverwhelmingly positive.

“People like the new look and theylike the new play ability,” Rabitorsaid. “Holes were lengthened andwidened, but the trees were removedso it’s not as densely populated,which makes the course a lot moreplayable.

Golfers can hit it, chase it and findit, and play it, instead of it being atight tree-lined course.”

Since the club’s inception in 1994,it seemed to stay roughly the same.Tight tree-lined fairways with insuf-ficient challenges made play limit-ed, so Rabitor and Dandeneau want-ed something different. They want-ed the appeal to have a private clubfeel at a public course price.

“It now has a links feel to it. Therewere a number of courses out therethat we like the look, feel and play

ability of it, and we tried to give thissome of that feel where we could,”said Rabitor.

Grasses and more mounding alsoattribute to the prettiness of thecourse.

“This one now has the look andfeel of a links-style course, with thegrasses and shape,” Rabitor said.“We just wanted to be different thanany of the other courses, and I thinkwe’ve achieved that.”

To celebrate the new name andnew look, Connecticut National GolfClub will host a three-day “open”tournament Sept. 18, 19 and 20 inhopes of attracting better players inthe area to the course that sits on apiece of land roughly 21/2 miles offof Route 44 in East Putnam.

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Babcock plays in Norwich Invitational golf tourney

Killingly All-Stars win 13-3 over Jack BarryBY BENJAMIN R. KIPP

VILLAGER SPORTS CORRESPONDENTKILLINGLY — With two outs in the top of the

sixth inning, the Killingly Senior All-Starsboys’ baseball team scored eight runs in theireventual 13-3 win over the Jack Barry All-Starsfrom Meridan.

“We knew it was going to be a tough gamefrom the get-go,” said manager Jack Weaver.

The biggest shot of the game was a base-clearing double to the left field fence by WyattGibeault, which brought in three runs to giveKillingly the 10-1 advantage.

“I’ve got 16 kids on this team, and I know all16 kids can do something very well,” saidWeaver. “I told the kids, ‘Don’t give up; the hitsare coming. Just keep plugging along.’”

The biggest story of the game was how well

Kevin Gonitz pitched.“Kevin is an excellent pitcher for me,”

Weaver said. “He’s not wild. He’s good at locat-ing the ball. He changes speeds good; he throwshard. We shut them down.”

In the 5 2/3 innings, Gonitz punched out eightMeridan batters, while giving up four groundball outs and kept the ball on the ground, onlygiving up two fly ball outs and one hit.

“It was a great team effort today,” said Gonitz.“I had to throw a lot of off speed curve ball,sinker and change-up to keep them off balance.My location was on today, and Chris Mayhewcalled a good game today.”

Gonitz’s only blemish was a double in the bot-tom of the sixth inning when the game wasalready in the control of the local all-stars.

Meridan jumped on board first, grabbing aearly 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning.Little did they know it would be until the bot-tom of the sixth before they would get anotheropportunity to score.

Killingly grabbed two runs in the top of thethird and never looked back. Jack Weaver Jr.walked, and then Chris Nelson pinch ran forhim. The next batter Andrew Long laid down aperfect sacrifice bunt, and on the play, Nelsonran from first to third and scored when the ballscooted away from the third baseman’s glove totie the score at 1-1. Gonitz would score off a sac-rifice fly-out from Mike Farquharson to grabthe 2-1 lead.

During the sixth inning, Killingly sent 13men to the plate, grabbing five hits and three

walks and scoring an impressive 10 runs in theinning. Bryen Desjardin grabbed one hit andone walk while scoring twice while driving inone run in the inning.

“This is probably about their 50th to 60thgame this year, and that makes a big difference,especially when it comes to hitting,” said coachWeaver.

The game ended in melodramatic fashion.With a runner on third and first and two outs,Meridan tried to press its luck. While trying tosnag second base, Killingly catcher ChrisMayhew threw out the runner to end the game,preserving Killingly’s back-to-back senior all-star state championship.

Connor Flanagan went 2-for-3 scoring tworuns in the game.


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mise, to get a budget passed into law and tohelp the working families of Connecticut asthey struggle in this economy,” Rell said in astatement. “I would have preferred not to raisetaxes at all. But it has been clear for months,and it remains clear, that the Democrat major-ity cannot, will not, cut state spending. I couldcut more, but they cannot. And we need abudget.”

On Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 4, Rell andDemocratic state legislative leaders met at herHartford mansion for a 90-minute session onnegotiations on a new two-year state budget.There is yet to be an agreement on how toclose the projected $8.5 billion two-year deficit,but they will meet again next Monday at thesame location to continue talks.

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“Their proposals will lead to red ink andpink slips,” she said about the Democrat’sbudget. “Their budget calls for $1.8 billion innew or higher taxes while cutting just $130million in state spending, just three-tenths of1 percent of their $37.9 billion budget.”

Rell said her budget plan actually shrinksthe state budget by 1.3 percent in the first yearof the biennium and spending would grow byjust 1.2 percent in the second year.

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“It is unfortunate that Gov. Rell is proposingtax increases on working men and women andbusinesses,” he said in a statement, “but let-ting our wealthiest residents take a walk. She

is taxing the six-pack but not the six-figuresalary. This is not shared sacrifice. This isRepublican-style trick-down economics.”

Nevertheless, Connecticut has been operat-ing without a new state budget since the fiscalcalendar turned to July 1, and Rell has had toissue an executive order to keep the state run-ning.

If this state budget impasse continuestoward September, Connecticut may find itselfin even more dire circumstances. The statehas gone this far twice before, once in 2003 andin 1991.

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In a July 22 letter to Rell, Wyman stated thatshe plans to close the state’s fiscal year 2009books on Sept. 1, in order to produce year-endfinancial statements and reports as requiredby state and federal law under the Securitiesand Exchange Commission regulations.

“As you are aware, the reserve fund nowcontains approximately $1.4 billion, and thecurrent deficit estimate, pending final accru-als and adjustments, is in excess of $900 mil-lion,” wrote Wyman. “I believe that a morebalanced approach is required in order to bothresolve the current budget crisis and lay afoundation for long-term fiscal stability. Inprevious budget crises, a more balanced com-bination of spending cuts, borrowing andstructural revenue increases were used to bal-ance the state’s budget.”

According to the Center on Budget andPolicy Priorities, one of the country’s policyorganizations located in Washington, D.C.,stated that as of last week, Connecticut,Arizona, Pennsylvania, Michigan and NorthCarolina have not yet adopted 2010 budgets.


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woman and her husband who,in 1889, made a decision thatultimately kindled a family —and even a town’s — legacy.

Clarissa Moore’s story islike most others: quiet, over-looked and gradually lostover time. However, whenVillage curators purchasedthe block quilt from an estatesale in 1986, they sought topiece together what littleinformation was available.

They quickly discovered

that Clarissa,who crafted thequilt in 1837 asa 17-year-old

young girl, married inOctober 1847. She was 27. Herhusband, John Holman, was28. The two settled on CrystalPond Road in Eastford, farm-ing the land alone until theyreached their 70s.

“We knew Clarissa and herhusband didn’t have any chil-dren, so they invited a youngcouple to move onto theirfarm to help them out,”recalled curator RebeccaBeall.

That was 1889, when HenryBuell, founder of what is nowthe award-winning Buell’sOrchard, moved into thehouse that still stands adja-cent to the farm’s modern daysales room. Henry’s grand-son, John, lives there now.

There are mixed reportsabout how the transfer ofland occurred. Beall said shehad been told the Holmansagreed that Henry and hiswife Ida would inherit theland. The Buell’s grandson,John, however, was told thefamily purchased the land for$800, the equivalent of $19,000

today.It is also thought the

Holmans did indeed have adaughter, but that she was notinterested in keeping theproperty.

Whatever the case, afterJohn Holman’s death at age 77in 1896, and Clarissa’s passingat age 92 in 1912, Henryremained committed to keep-ing the farm running.

He began buying adjacentplots, eventually 680 acres ofwoodland, working with hisbrother, Charles, on a sawmillalong Bigelow Brook. As afarmer, too, he persisted, rais-ing dairy cattle and sheep,then selling charcoal to themills in Southbridge, Mass.,and lamb to the town’s hotel.

Granddaughter BeatriceBuell, now 93, saw some ofthose endeavors from herperch in the house across thestreet.

“They were very caringpeople, very, very industri-ous,” she said of her grand-parents.

As a child, Beatrice knewlittle about the agreementthat ultimately gave theBuells their start.

“They didn’t say too muchabout it,” she said.

Orrin and BarbaraSandness (Barbara is anotherBuell grandchild) said theydon’t remember hearingmuch about it either, but thetwo have seen firsthand howthe early friendship betweenthe Holmans and Buellsresulted in a literally fruitful

enterprise.Now run by Henry’s great-

grandsons, Jeff and JonathanSandness, the 100-acreorchard draws hundreds ofvisitors each year, most ofwhom come to “pick yourown” fruits from Junethrough October. The orchardalso hosts an annual fall festi-val over Columbus Day week-end, welcoming hundredsmore.

In recognition of itslongevity and contributionsto the community, Buell’sOrchard receivedConnecticut’s Century FarmAward in 2008.

The family — of whom it’seasy to lose count — is scat-tered throughout Eastford.Their various farms thrive,and, though still little isknown of the Holmans, theBuells say they are gratefulfor the hard work and invest-ment Henry and Ida made.

Though Clarissa’s quilt willno longer be passed downthrough the Buell family,instead preserved for posteri-ty at Old Sturbridge Village,the families continue to beforever linked by that 19th-century partnership and aname: Clarissa.

It is believed that a secondagreement existed betweenthe Holmans and Buells.

“If they had a daughter andthey named her Clarissa, [theHolmans] would give them asum of money,” Beatriceexplained.

And indeed, in 1898, along

came Edith Clarissa Buell,the one to inherit the now-famous quilt. When she diedin 1965, her daughter Priscillafound the quilt. With no chil-dren of her own to pass it onto, she in turn agreed to sellthe quilt to Old SturbridgeVillage.

Because of its fragility, it israrely put out on display forany length of time. Thisweekend, however, Clarissa’swork will be at the center ofattention.

Her quilt also appears inthe book Northern Comfort:New England’s Early Quilts,1780-1850, several magazinearticles and, throughVermont-based HooplaPatterns, has been repro-duced as a quilt pattern avail-able for purchase.

Old Sturbridge Village isopen 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., sevendays a week. Historians willpresent a special lecture onNew England’s early quilts at11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on bothSaturday and Sunday, Aug. 8and 9. For more informationon Textile Weekend andadmission, visit online atwww.osv.org or call 1-800-733-1830.

Visitors are welcome atBuell’s Orchard from 8 a.m. to5 p.m., Monday throughFriday, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. onSaturdays. Blueberries,peaches and some vegetablesare currently in season. Formore information, visitwww.buellsorchard.com.

Antique Clarissa Moore quilt traced to Buell’s OrchardQUILTcontinued from page 1

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The Eastford house owned by John and Clarissa Holman still stands at the center of Buell’s Orchard onCrystal Pond Road.

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Pictured here are Henry Baker Buell and Ida J. George Buell, the couple who took over the Holman farm,founding Buell’s Orchard.


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Elementary, middle school students’ CMT scores improve statewide

decline in science scores. (An8 percent gain in writinghelped to offset the loss.)

Berry was quick to notethat though science scoresare down from 2008,Brooklyn’s eighth-gradersstill beat the state averages inboth proficiency and the goalstandard.

On average, 61 percent ofBrooklyn’s results are at orabove the state goal. That, too,is 2 percent less than in 2008.

The data is complex, how-ever, and indicative of thehuman element behind anytest score. Specific classesstruggled, while others pro-gressed significantly. Thisyear’s fifth-grade students, forexample, scored 8 percenthigher in math proficiencythan as fourth-graders lastyear. That class also earnedthe highest proficiency scorefor the district, 94 percent.

Berry noted that the inclu-sion of students with specialneeds in testing may be toexplain for what appear to beother concerning results.

“There’s no question thatsubgroups that the stateincludes in this generalizedtesting impact the score forthe entire grade. That we rec-ognize, but we just have tokeep trying,” she said.

EASTFORD

Surpassing state proficien-cy averages in all but threeareas — just a percent or soshy of doing so in third- andfourth-grade math —Eastford’s 180 studentsdemonstrated significant suc-cess. Chiefly, a 100 percentproficiency in fifth-grademath stands out, along with asteady trail of 94 percent pro-ficiency in middle schoolmath testing.

Principal Linda Loretzattributes the high marks tothe structure of the school’sGrowing with Mathematicsseries, which continually re-emphasizes basic skills.

Its lowest score, 80 percentin sixth-grade writing, is thethird area in which the dis-trict earned below averagemarks. Still, nearly 95 percentof students are proficient inscience, 92 percent in math, 90percent in writing and 87 per-cent in reading.

Loretz said she’s inclined tofocus more on the state’shigher goal standard — ofwhich 77 percent of Eastfordstudents met — as opposed toproficiency. Even there, the

district topped state averagesin all but third-grade math,but Loretz andSuperintendent Guy DiBiasiosaid there’s still room forimprovement.

“We’re generally pleasedwith how the scores look,”DiBiasio said, “but we don’twant to be complacent. We’realways looking to improve.”

Eastford instituted thestate’s Response toIntervention program in 2008— a year before required — tobetter identify children withlearning disabilities or spe-cial needs. Administratorsand teachers also review dataon a regular basis, giving stu-dent assessments weekly andmeeting with colleaguesevery other week.

“We talk with each other,”Loretz said of the school’sstrategy. “We’re not workingin a vacuum.”

KILLINGLY

Killingly exceeded stateproficiency averages in 12 ofthe 20 tests.

“It’s a mixed bag,”Superintendent Bill Silversaid of results.

District scores range from67 percent proficiency inthird-grade reading to thehigh of 92 percent in sixth-grade math. In almost everyarea, Killingly schools showimprovement. Average read-ing proficiency is 77 percent,while science, math and writ-ing proficiency are all 84 per-cent.

Among its shining stars arethe 86 percent of fifth-graders, 92 percent of sixth-graders and 89 percent of sev-enth-graders who achievedproficiency in math.

In writing, too, more than80 percent of fifth- througheighth-graders met proficien-cy standards, all above thestate average.

“I think a lot of the creditgoes to the way the staffworks there,” Silver said ofmiddle school scores. “Theywork collaboratively, look atstudent performance, makeadjustments to instructionand provide after-school sup-port. That’s been pretty wellembedded in the middleschool.”

Silver said as administra-tors move forward in review-ing data, they will do so withthe understanding that scoresare snapshots.

“There’s always the caveatthat this is one moment intime that you’re testing kids,”he said. “The scores tell yousomething but not every-thing.”

Silver indicated impacts ofeconomic stress — evidentthrough the district’s nearly10 percent increase of stu-dents eligible for free orreduced lunches sinceJanuary — may be reflectedin test results.

Nonetheless, Silver antici-pates that “our scores willcontinue to rise.” The districtincreased overall proficiencyby 4 percent this year. In addi-tion, 59 percent of studentsmet the state goal, up 2 per-cent from last year.

POMFRET

Most of Pomfret’s profi-ciency scores exceed 90 per-cent. The lowest is 78 percentin fourth-grade reading. Thisyear’s sixth-grade classearned the highest proficien-cy marks: 96 percent in writ-ing and mathematics.

Pomfret is above state profi-ciency averages in all butthird- and seventh-grademath and fourth-grade writ-ing. Of those, the district wasless than 3 percent shy of theaverage.

Math scores generated themost concern among districtpersonnel, as the percentageof students meeting the stategoal dropped significantly.Nearly 15 percent fewer fifth-graders and 12 percent fewerseventh-graders, for example,met the state goal this yearthan as in a grade earlier in2008.

“We’re going to look at ourmath curriculum and seewhat happened there. We’resomewhat surprised,”Superintendent RichardPackman said.

Pomfret also appears to seesharp movement in writingscores, but Packman cau-tioned that in a small school— about 60 students in eachgrade — what is actually aslight fluctuation can easilyappear severe.

“You have to look at eachindividual class,” heexplained. “Are they the same

students?”Seventy-four percent of

Pomfret’s scores are at thestate goal, down 3 percentfrom last year. Average profi-ciency is 89 percent in math,94 percent in science, and 90percent in reading and writ-ing — all together represent-ing a less than 1 percentchange from 2008.

“Overall, we’re pleasedwith the results. It’s consis-tent with previous years,”Packman said, noting severalupward trends among partic-ular classes. “It’s a marathon,not a 60-yard dash,” he added.

PUTNAM

Putnam schools continue tostruggle. Overall, fewer stu-dents are proficient in math,reading and writing than lastyear, from 82 percent to 81 per-cent in math, 65 percent to 62percent in reading, and 68percent to 64 percent in writ-ing. Science scores rose by atenth of a percent, with 79percent of students testingproficient.

Though Putnam doesexceed the state proficiencyaverage in sixth-grade mathand fifth-grade science, thedistrict falls below in all otherareas and significantly so inseveral. Only 45 percent ofthird-grade students, forexample, met proficiencystandards in reading. Middleschool writing scores rangedfrom 52 percent to 64 percent.

Across the board, scoreslook dim for Putnam, but thesilver lining for the districtmay be in evaluating theprogress of particular class-es. Almost all classes scoredhigher on reading tests. Mostnotably, well over 15 percentmore of this year’s fourth-graders reached proficiencyand a full 20 percent morereached the state goal than asthird-graders on last year’stest. (Still, even with theincrease, that is just half ofthe class; only 62 percentscored proficient or higher.)

The district’s strongestpoint appears to be its mathprogram, for which proficien-cy scores are 81 percent.Reading is at 62 percent, sci-ence at 79 percent and writingat 64 percent.

Fifty-one percent of stu-dents met the state goal, a lit-tle over 1 percent less thanlast year.

Superintendent WilliamHull was unavailable for com-ment.

THOMPSON

Thompson showed the mostprogress in elementary read-ing and writing. Though only65 percent of incoming third-grade students reached profi-ciency in reading, from thereon, the numbers largelyimprove.

Up until seventh grade,individual classes progresseddramatically in both subjectareas. Ninety-six percent offifth-graders, for instance,scored proficient or higher inwriting. Three-quarters ofthem reached the state goal.

Thompson exceeded stateaverages in sixth-grade math,writing and reading; fourth-grade reading; and fifth-gradescience and writing. The dis-trict only dipped into the 60thpercentiles in third- andeighth-grade reading. Therest of its proficiency scoresare higher, with math, scienceand writing at 82 percent, andreading at 73 percent — anincrease of nearly 2 percentfrom 2008.

On average, 59 percent ofscores are at or above thestate goal, up nearly 5 percentfrom last year.

Specifically, Thompson’saverages rose in every areaexcept science proficiency,where scores dipped 1 per-centage point. An additional 6percent of students, however,achieved the higher state goalin that subject matter than in2008.

Superintendent MichaelJolin was not able to be

reached for comment.

WOODSTOCK

Of all the surroundingtowns, Woodstock ranks high-est in proficiency scores, farexceeding state averages inall but fourth-grade writing.That class’s score droppednearly 8 percent from theirresults as third-graders onlast year’s writing test, slid-ing from 90 percent proficien-cy to 82 percent.

“That’s the one are thatwe’re a little concernedabout,” SuperintendentFrank Baran said.

However, overall, 96 percentare proficient in science, 95percent in math, and 88 per-cent in reading and writing.In addition, in all but threeareas, Woodstock surpassedthe larger average ofConnecticut students whomet the state goal.

“There is no silver bullet,that I can tell you,” Baransaid. “I think if you continueto focus on the basics, you’regoing to have the kind ofresults you need,” heexplained, citing familieswho value education andencourage children’s success,teachers who creativelyengage students, and, specifi-cally, coordinators in lan-guage arts and math whoensure teachers are on thesame page.

Other than fourth-gradereading — with 74 percent atproficiency or higher — all ofWoodstock’s proficiencyscores remain in the 80th and90th percentiles, with nearly60 percent to 90 percent at thestate goal or higher.

At the top are nearly 98.9percent of fifth-grade stu-dents achieving science profi-ciency, followed by 97.9 per-cent of seventh-grade stu-dents in math.

Seventy-five percent ofscores are at or above thestate goal, an increase of lessthan 1 percent from 2008.

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Local group collecting for Army unit in AfghanistanPUTNAM — There’s still time to

donate to the continuing drive by agroup of Putnam High School alum-ni to collect personal care items,books, snacks and other supplies foran American military unit servingin Afghanistan.

So far, members of the PutnamHigh School Class of 1957 have col-lected about 100 pounds of supplies,such as toiletries, snacks, new socksand books, along with two new DVDplayers and about $1,000 in cash tobuy more supplies and then pay tosend it all to the troops. Organizerssay they would like to collect asmuch as they can before they shipeverything overseas on Aug. 15.

The collection started, said Classof ’57 member Donald E. Steinbrick,of Putnam, during a recent meetingto plan a future reunion. Steinbrick

has been heading up the collectioneffort.

“We’re just a bunch of friendswho graduated from Putnam Highin ’57 and still live around here,” hesaid. “In June, several of us had got-ten together for a class meeting andsomehow we started talking aboutwhat we could do to honor a memberof our class and three of his chil-dren, who together have just under ahundred years of service in our mil-itary.”

That member of the Class of ’57was Roger N. Daigle Sr. Daigle, aPomfret resident, is retired after alife spent serving his country.Starting as a teenager in theConnecticut National Guard in the1950s, he eventually retired almost38 years later, in 1993, as a commandsergeant-major in the U.S. Army.

Daigle’s daughter Karen served 20years in the Navy, while Roger N.Daigle Jr., is today a command ser-geant-major in the Army.

“We wanted to honor Roger andhis family, but we also wanted to dosomething positive for our militarypeople,” Steinbrick said, “so wefinally settled on what Roger’s otherson is doing now in Afghanistan.”

Daigle’s other son, U.S. ArmyCapt. Joseph W. Daigle, a member ofthe Putnam-based Albert J. BreaultVFW Post 1523, is serving inKandahar, Afghanistan, as the com-manding officer of Company C, inthe 82nd Airborne Division’s TaskForce Talon Aviation Brigade. Thecompany’s 150 members flyBlackhawk helicopters in support ofAmerican military operations in theregion.

“My son Joe wrote to me in an e-mail that they all needed toiletries— stuff like toothpaste, soap,deodorant, mouthwash — becausethe military over there was alwaysrunning short,” the elder Daiglesaid. “After a little checking, weexpanded that to include requestsfor snacks, books, DVD players andnew pairs of socks, things to makelife a little more comfortable.”

In Kandahar, comfort is often inshort supply. Located in the south-central part of the country, near thePakistani border, Afghanistan’s sec-ond-largest city is perched at morethan 3,000 feet above sea level.Daytime temperatures may rangefrom freezing at dawn to the upper90s at noon. Winds may bring largesandstorms or dust storms, whilethe baking hot ground often raiseslarge local whirlwinds. In August,daytime high temperatures canclimb to over 120 degrees.

Facts like that were enough to getthe group committed to helping thehelicopter company however theycould. About a dozen people, includ-ing class members and their fami-lies and friends, were soon joined intheir effort by the Putnam-based

Mayotte-Viens American LegionPost 13. Post Commander NormanB. “Barney” Senay is a strong sup-porter.

“It’s easy to forget that you haveservicemen and women out thereevery day protecting us,” Senaysaid. “Our people in Afghanistan areputting up with a lot. It’s the least wecan do to try to help them a little ifwe can.”

The collection drive received a bigboost Friday, July 17, when Putnam-based radio station WINY supportedthe group by holding a collectionday at their studios on PomfretStreet. Steinbrick credits WINYwith being a critical part of theirsuccess.

“We couldn’t have done all this

without help from WINY,” he said.“We really appreciate it. They madea big difference.”

Organizers set the Aug. 15 ship-ping date so that everything will getto the troops during Afghanistan’shot summer, but Steinbrick saidbuying the rest of the supplies andpacking everything up for shipmentwill take time, so they would likedonors to contact the group as soonas possible if they want to help.

Donations of supplies and moneyare still needed. Local residents canhelp by calling Donald Steinbrick, inPutnam, at (860) 928-2208, or DollyPetrin, at 928-6812.

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Pictured here with their helicopter are three members of Company C, of the U.S.Army’s 82nd Airborne Division’s Task Force Talon Aviation Brigade, which is serving inKandahar, Afghanistan. On the right is the company commander, Capt. Joseph W.Daigle, a member of the Putnam-based Albert J. Breault VFW Post 1523. The compa-ny’s 150 members fly Blackhawk helicopters in support of American military opera-tions in the region.

Courtesy photo

Several of the members of the Putnam High School Class of 1957 and their familiesand friends are collecting toiletries and other personal supplies to send to soldiers ina U.S. Army helicopter unit serving in Afghanistan. Shown here with what they havecollected so far, left to right, are Donald E. Steinbrick; Patricia A. Steinbrick;Commander Norman B. “Barney” Senay, of the Mayotte-Viens American Legion Post13, of Putnam; William P. Rice; Dick B. Cutler; Dolly M. Petrin; Dean M. Trueman;Roger N. Daigle Sr. and Johanna F. Pechie. Not pictured: Richard Greene and EdeoClark.

farmers in Connecticut andacross America. The USDA statedthat it will increase the amountpaid for dairy products throughthe Dairy Product Price SupportProgram (DPPSP). It is slated toremain in place from this monththrough October.

Courtney’s efforts have resultedin a high response from USDASecretary Tom Vilsack andPresident Barack Obama to raisesupport for dairy farmers.

“The federal government is tak-ing the necessary steps to providerelief to our struggling produc-ers, and this effort, in concertwith Gov. Rell’s recent announce-ment of $20 million in assistance,will help alleviate the currentburden on our local farmers,”Courtney said in a statement.

The USDA assistance will raisethe price paid for non-fat dairymilk from 80 cents per pound to 92cents per pound, the price paid forcheddar blocks from $1.13 perpound to $1.31 per pound, and theprice of cheddar barrels from$1.10 per pound to $1.28 perpound. This increase in the sup-port price will have an immediateimpact upon dairy farmers’ bot-tom line. Temporarily raising theprice of these dairy productsincreases the reimbursement thatdairy farmers receive for theirmilk.

Estimates from the USDA areexpected to raise all milk pricesreceived by dairy producers. Theincreases will result in the gov-ernment purchase of an addition-al 150 million pounds of nonfatdry milk and an additional 75 mil-lion pounds of cheese.

“The Obama Administration iscommitted to pursuing all options

to help dairy producers,“ saidVilsack. “The price increase willprovide immediate relief to dairyfarmers around the country andkeep many on the farm while theyweather one of the worst dairycrises in decades.”

Prior to last week’s announce-ment, the USDA had taken severalsteps to aid dairy farmers in need.Last March, for example, USDAtransferred approximately 200million pounds of non-fat drymilk to USDA’s Food andNutrition Service, which will notonly remove inventory from themarket, but also support low-income families struggling to putnutritious food on their tables.

The USDA also expects to spendmore than $1 billion in fiscal year2009 on purchases of dairy prod-ucts (the DPPSP) and payments toproducers (the Milk Income LossContract, or MILC).

The USDA’s MILC, adminis-tered by the Farm Service Agency,compensates dairy producerswhen domestic milk prices fallbelow a specified level. The 2008Farm Bill authorized MILCthrough Sept. 30, 2012, and theprogram has no set funding level.Eligible dairy producers are thosewho, beginning Oct. 1, 2007,through Sept. 30, 2012, commer-cially produce and market cowmilk in the United States, or pro-duce milk in the United Statesand commercially market themilk outside the United States.

Also last March, USDA reacti-vated the USDA’s Dairy ExportIncentive Program, to help U.S.dairy exporters meet prevailingworld prices in addition toencouraging the development ofinternational export markets inareas where U.S. dairy productsare not competitive due to subsi-dized dairy products from othercountries.

The USDA is currently review-ing federal dairy policy to deter-mine what changes are needed toreduce price volatility andenhance farmer profitability.

Courtney and Rell also areworking together to get a changein rates paid under MILC.

Last month, Rell and the stateLegislature signed a bill that isintended to raise $10 million ayear over the next two years toassist dairy farmers. The pay-ment program expires July 1,2011.

Connecticut currently has 151dairy farms that use more than83,000 acres of cropland, of which30,000 is preserved farmland. Thestate’s dairy industry brings inannual revenue totaling $1 bil-lion. However, there were 500dairy farms in 1990 and 210 in2007. During the first quarter of2009, state dairy farmers receivedapproximately $1.07 a gallon formilk produced, compared to $1.42a gallon in 1998, which is adecrease of nearly 25 percent.

While farmers struggle withthe historically low milk prices,costs for their operations — suchas for fuel, feed and fertilizer —have gone up drastically.

“This is certainly great newsand a step in the right direction,”Rell said in a statement. “The fed-eral change, coupled with ournew state relief program fordairy farmers, will help us pre-serve Connecticut’s $1 billiondairy industry and the thousandsof jobs its supports. We cannotafford to lose more dairy farmsand irreplaceable farmland.”

The DPPSP announcementcame two days after the revival ofthe Congressional Dairy FarmersCaucus, which serves as the voicein Washington, D.C., for dairyfarmers nationwide. A bipartisan

group of representatives revivedthe caucus to advocate for federalaction and assistance toAmerica’s dairy farmers. Thecaucus, of more than 50 foundingmembers, declared that the criti-cal issues confronting theAmerican dairy farmer will notgo unheard in Congress.

“Dairy farmers are suffering arapid and devastating economiccollapse as the cost of milk pro-duction continues to rise andprices plummet,” Courtney, co-chair of the caucus, said. “Wemust reevaluate the current dairysupport system and examine thechanges that must be advocated atthe federal level. Local dairyfarms are an important part ofour communities’ heritage, andwe must provide the appropriateassistance they need so they maycontinue to be a part of thefuture.”

The Congressional DairyCaucus was created during the110th Congress in advance of themost recent Farm Bill but was notreauthorized at the beginning ofthe 111th Congress. The caucuswill serve as a mechanism to edu-cate members and their staff onissues of concern to the dairyindustry while also serving as ameans to build consensus on leg-islation impacting the dairyindustry. Additionally, the caucuswill work with industry leaders,dairy economists, and mostimportantly, farmers and distrib-utors, to reach common sensebipartisan solutions to addressthe current dairy crisis.

For more information, visitCourtney’s Web site athttp://courtney.house.gov. TheFarm Service Agency at theUSDA can be found atwww.fsa.usda.gov.


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Thursday, July 30Kenneth F. Manacchio, 39, 98 Prospect St.,Danielson. Charged with driving a motorvehicle while under the influence of drugs oralcohol and interfering with a police officer.Megan Taylor, 34, 142 Main St., Putnam.Charged with second-degree criminal tres-passing and disorderly conduct.Friday, July 31Michael J. McNamara, 27, 11 Middle St., Apt.A, Brooklyn. Charged with third-degreeassault, criminal mischief, interfering with apolice officer, threatening and breach ofpeace.

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Wednesday, July 29Shauna A. Saunders, 31, 42 Connecticut MillsAve., Danielson. Charged with second-degreefailure to appear in court.Joshua A. Lovely, 29, 20 Basley Road, Apt. A,Danielson. Charged with violation of proba-tion.Thursday, July 30Stanton H. Brown, 21, 16 Elmwood Lane, Apt.B, Danielson. Charged with credit card theft,two counts of illegal use of a credit cad, fifth-degree larceny and third-degree forgery.Friday, July 31Jerron Bedard, 34, 262 Broad St., Apt. A,Danielson. Charged with operating anunregistered motor vehicle; no insurance;operating a motor vehicle when the licenseor registration has been refused, suspendedor revoked; and misuse of plates.Saturday, Aug. 1Marilee Festa, 52, 46 Chestnut St., Danielson.Charged with breach of peace.Tuesday, Aug. 4Gary Sheldon, 46, 894 Eastern Point Road,Groton. Charged with criminal violation of aprotective order.

KILLINGLY

Wednesday, July 29Jonathan D. Lisee, 29, 124 Woodchuck HillRoad, Canterbury. Charged with disorderlyconduct.Friday, July 31Andre P. Dutram, 43, 168 Burlingame Road,Killingly. Charged with third-degree stran-gulation, risk of injury to a minor and disor-derly conduct.Saturday, Aug. 1Billy White, 48, 34 Stepping Stone Road,Barrington, N.H. Charged with operating amotor vehicle while under the influence ofdrugs or alcohol and possession of marijua-na.Edward A. Russo, 57, 98 Prospect St.,Danielson. Charged with operating a motorvehicle while under the influence of drugs oralcohol; possession of marijuana; and oper-ating a motor vehicle while the license orregistration has been refused, suspended orrevoked.Daniel Young Sr., 56, 482 Citrus Ave.,Sabastian, Fla. Charged with violation of aprotective order.Malissa Preston, 36, 254 Fitchville Road,Bozrah. Charged with fourth-degree crimi-nal mischief, interfering with a police officerand disorderly conduct.Monday, Aug. 3Kyle M. Pelletier, 22, 72 Prospect St.,Woodstock. Charged with second-degree fail-ure to appear in court.Jeffrey Taylor, 42, 1 Old Turnpike Road,Thompson. Charged with violation of a pro-tective order.Robert A. Cook, 42, no certain address.Charged with trespassing on railroad prop-erty and breach of peace.

PUTNAM

Friday, July 31Joel A. Bellerire, 27, 229 Route 169,Woodstock. Charged with illegal use of acredit card and making a criminal imperson-ation.Saturday, Aug. 1Carly S. Herrick, 36, 74 North St., Putnam.Charged with operating a motor vehiclewhile under the influence of drugs or alco-hol.Sunday, Aug. 2Jesse E. Peterson, 26, 19 Milton St., Putnam.Charged with fifth-degree larceny andbreach of peace.

THOMPSON

Tuesday, July 28Paul Gazzara, 49, 172 Thompson Hill Road,Thompson. Charged with first-degree failureto appear in court.

WOODSTOCK

Sunday, Aug. 2Alexander Hill, 23, 17 New Sweden Road,Woodstock. Charged with third-degreeassault, reckless endangerment, interferingwith a 911 call, strangulation, risk of injuryto a minor and disorderly conduct.Tuesday, Aug. 4Richard D. St. George, 62, 47 Tripp Road,Woodstock. Charged with disorderly conduct.

POLICE LOG Pomfret selectmen move on land deals, water rights

rains.Final appraisals are expected to be complet-

ed by the end of August. At that point, offer let-ters will be sent to prospective sellers — offersthat are conditional upon approval of theBoard of Selectmen, Board of Finance and thetown of Pomfret.

If the project is successful, Pomfret wouldbe among Connecticut’s leading towns — pos-sibly the leading town, Rivers said — to setaside such a significant portion of land foropen space.

In addition to scenic preservation, Riverssaid current owners should expect to see theirproperty values increase considerably as a

result of changing supply and demand ratios.“It’s a win-win in a number of ways,” he

said.During its Aug. 3 meeting, the Board of

Selectmen also discussed generating revenuefrom the “Murdock Property” on Route 44.The board agreed to permit the ConnecticutWater Co. to test the site as a potential wellsource.

Owned by the town for 30 years, the proper-ty is currently used as a bulky waste collec-tion point. Over the years, town officials havediscussed the possibility of adding a non-inva-sive revenue source. No deals have been madeyet, though.

“Once we find out what’s there, we’ll figureout what it’s worth and to whom,” Riversexplained.

If the riverside site is appropriate for wells,the town could collect revenue from the leas-ing of land and any additional structures.

Economic Development Commission mem-ber Peter Mann said such development wouldnot preclude the town from using the land forrecreational or light commercial purposes aswell.

“If it goes well, this could be a good situa-tion for the town and Connecticut Water,”Mann said.

Selectmen also voted to accept a $9,200Justice Assistance Grant from the U.S.Department of Justice. Funds will likely bedirected toward installation of electronicentry and security systems at the senior cen-ter and recreation facility.

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NEWS BRIEFShelter needs kitty litter

KILLINGLY — Passion 4 Paws, a registered nonprofit organizationdedicated to finding loving homes for abandoned, abused and homelessanimals, is running a kitty litter drive.

The organization desperately needs donations of scoopable kitty lit-ter. Please drop off donations of any brand or size of scoopable litter atthe Killingly Public Library.

Passion 4 Paws consists solely of volunteers. Jewelry made by thevolunteers and animal toys are also on sale at Food & Fudge inKillingly. All the proceeds raised from the sale go directly to animalcare.

For more information, visit online at www.passion4paws.org.

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QUIET CORNER ROUND-UPKitchen stories being compiled

WOODSTOCK — As part of Historic NewEngland’s Year of the Kitchen, a yearlong cel-ebration of the role of the kitchen in timespast and present, Roseland Cottage is collect-ing stories about today’s kitchens.

Historic New England’s Year of the Kitchencelebration features a variety of special pro-grams, lectures and exhibitions that highlightthe stories of kitchens past. However, the cele-bration is not simply about looking back.Historic New England is also collecting andpreserving local kitchen stories — from mun-dane lists of kitchen gadgets, to stories of fam-ily traditions, and tales of kitchen disasters —so that future generations can appreciate thekitchens of today.

Historic New England is collecting thesestories through informal interviews at publicprograms across New England. The first inter-view date at Roseland Cottage is Thursday,Aug. 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. Future dates are to bedetermined.

Everyone is welcome to participate. Allinterviews will be recorded, transcribed andthen archived with Historic New England.Anyone interested in participating in thekitchen story project is also welcome to telltheir story online atwww.AmericasKitchens.org. For more infor-mation, please call (860) 928-4074.

Roseland Cottage, located at 556 Route 169 inWoodstock, is one of 36 properties owned andoperated by Historic New England. For moreinformation, visitwww.HistoricNewEngland.org or callRoseland Cottage at (860) 928-4074.

Lions Club hosting dog walk PUTNAM — The Putnam Lions Club will

sponsor “A Walk for Combat Veterans,” in sup-port of NEADS’ “Canines for CombatVeterans” program, from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday,Sept. 12, at Rotary Park on Kennedy Drive.

NEADS (National Education for AssistanceDog Services), centered in Princeton, Mass.,provides service dogs for disabled veterans atno cost. In October 2006, NEADS graduated itsfirst class of “Canines for Combat Veterans”to aid in the rehabilitation of injured soldiers.The dogs are trained to serve the needs of vet-erans, ranging from wheelchair and prosthet-ic aid to hearing and balance conditionscaused by roadside bombs and concussive(TBI) injuries.

Additionally, many of the hearing dogs arerescued from shelters, some are fostered andothers are trained by inmates in the PrisonPUP Partnership, giving both inmates and

canines a new lease on life.There is no cost to participate in the dog

walk; however, donations and pledges will begreatly appreciated. Advance sign-up sheetsand pledge sheets can be picked up at WINY,King Cadillac GMC, Putnam Animal Hospitaland Studio 33.

The Putnam Lions also expect to have anumber of pet education, animal welfare andother related groups in attendance, includingBruce Fitzback (Putnam Animal Control offi-cer), Putnam Animal Hospital, Karen Rubino(dog masseuse), Our Companions, TheNewfoundland Club of New England, lawenforcement dogs, the “Canine Crew,” thePutnam VFW, Connecticut Corrections offi-cers with their dogs, and the NEADS group.The list keeps growing.

Entertainment will be provided by UncleRhubarb and the Hokum Hotshots from 2:15 to3:15 p.m. The event will also include a livebroadcast by WINY and raffles.

Major sponsors currently on board for thisevent are Citizens National Bank andArchambault Insurance Associates, alongwith the Putnam Parks and RecreationDepartment and Putnam Police.

For more information about this event, con-tact Stu Neal at (860) 928-4960.

55 Safe Drivers course offered

A 55 Safe Drivers Course will be offeredfrom 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17,and Friday, Sept. 18, at the Putnam PublicLibrary.

The course is for drivers over age 55. Cost is$12 for AARP members and $14 for non-mem-bers.

AARP state mandates at least 5 percent backon insurance.

Registration is required. Call the PutnamPublic Library at 963-6826 or Lynne White at974-3320.

Crafters, artists wanted for fairPUTNAM — St. Mary’s Church seeks

crafters and artists for its 17th annual YuletideFestival, to be held Nov. 14 and 15.

Cost is $40 a table with registration beforeOct. 1. Rates will go up after that date, andtables are limited. Call Vikkii at 963-0701 toreceive a registration form.

Proceeds will benefit the Daughters ofIsabella Circle 543.

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During the infamous late 1960s, therewas a band in the Kyoto-Osaka area ofJapan called the Folk Crusaders. The

band recorded a tune called“Imjin-gawa” and justbefore the scheduled releasedate in February ’68, theToshiba company deemedthe song too controversial.Sales and broadcast of thesong were banned — atragedy for the musicians.But the ban ultimatelyturned the song into a leg-end.

“Imjin-gawa” (“Imjin River”) is a song andalso a river that flows from North Koreaacross the DMZ into South Korea. Accordingto an article by Philip Brasor in the JapanTimes, Toshiba never explained the decision.Brasor mentioned a couple of theories thatseem plausible, but a glance at the lyricmakes you wonder what the fuss was about:

“Imjin River”Imjin River — clear water flows stronglyFlocks of water birds fly to and froThoughts of our southern homeland aredistantImjin River — clear water grandly flowsFrom the Northern land to the SouthernskiesBirds — messengers of freedom — flyWho divided the homeland in two?Who divided the homeland?Imjin River — rainbow, hang in the distantskyRiver, carry my feeling I will never forget my homelandImjin River — clear water strongly flows

Compared to other “protest” songs, thelyric seems mild. It’s a simple yet eloquentlament about the partition of the Koreanpeninsula.

I first heard about the tune at a school inthe Nagoya area where I work as an Englishteaching assistant. A social studies teacherwas introducing students to the song, and Ioverheard him talking about it in theteacher’s room. He subsequently loaned methe Folk Crusader CD. What I heard was adelicate arrangement, very much in the styleof 1960’s folk. Because I had lived in Japan for10 years when I encountered the song, I wasable to decode the Japanese lyric and imme-diately started wondering why the tune hadbeen banned. The passion in the singers’voices and eloquent simplicity of the song’smessage came through as plain as day. Whatwas so controversial?

Another explanation for the ban was pre-sented in an NHK TV program. NorthKorean interests apparently insisted thatToshiba publicize the fact that the composersof the original version were North Korean.At the time, Japan had no diplomatic rela-tions with North Korea and the people atToshiba perhaps felt that the matter wasmore trouble than it was worth.

Does “Imjin-gawa” have any relevance in2009? I think it does because the song dealswith the partition of the Korean Peninsula —a situation that is still with us. It seems ashame that the song isn’t better known, andthat’s doubly true when you recall the open-ing ceremony of the 2000 Olympic Games:Athletes from North and South Korea heldhands as they paraded into the stadium, say-ing symbolically that the partition of theKorean Peninsula is over. It’s the politicianswho are behind the curve and have yet tomake it happen.Note from Mark Renburke: Don’t missWilliam Matheny’slocal performance of“Imjin-gawa” plusclassic American,Irish and originalsongs. I’ll be perform-ing with William from6 to 8 p.m. thisSaturday, Aug. 8 onthe deck at StoggyHollow in Woodstock,Conn. Or, join us laterthat same night from9:30 p.m. at The GoldEagle in Dayville,Conn.

FRIDAY, AUG. 7

• Black Sheep Irish —9 p.m., Fiddler’sGreen, Worcester,Mass.• The Great ShirleyLewis — 9:30 p.m.,Gilrein’s, Worcester,Mass.• Brendan Mahoney— 9 p.m., Greendale’sPub, Worcester, Mass.

• Sam James Band — 8 p.m., Lucky Dog,Worcester, Mass.• Rob Adams — 8 p.m., Ugly Duckling Loft atThe Whistling Swan Restaurant, Sturbridge,Mass.• The Grift — 9 p.m., The Cannery, 12 Crane,

Southbridge, Mass., $5.• The Breakfast, Jabooda,Jeff Bujak — 9 p.m., MillStreet Brews, Southbridge,Mass.• Frank Critelli and openmic — 7:30 p.m., The VanillaBean, Pomfret, Conn., $10.• RAM — 9 p.m., Altones,Jewett City, Conn.• Classic Albums Live:AC/DC Back in Black — 8

p.m., Wolf Den, Mohegan Sun Casino,Uncasville, Conn.• Lynn Jolicoeur & the Pulse — 6 to 9 p.m.,Oliver Wight Tavern at Old SturbridgeVillage, Sturbridge, Mass.

SATURDAY, AUG. 8

• Bret Talbert — 8 p.m., Spruce Street Tavern,Clinton, Mass.• Trick Bag Blues Bands — 9:30 p.m.,Gilrein’s, Worcester, Mass.• The Nasties — 9 p.m., Greendale’s Pub,Worcester, Mass.• Sinister Urge (Rob Zombie tribute), Griffon,Water Cure, Orrin Slips — 8 p.m., Lucky Dog,Worcester, Mass.• Rob Adams — 8 p.m., Ugly Duckling Loft atThe Whistling Swan Restaurant, Sturbridge,Mass.• Shryne — 9 p.m., The Pump House,Southbridge, Mass.• The Gobshites — 9 p.m., 12 Crane,Southbridge, Mass., $5.• Ray Cooke — 8 p.m., The Vanilla Bean,Pomfret, Conn., $12.• William Matheny with Mark Renburke — 6to 8 p.m., Stoggy Hollow Restaurant, 492Route 198, Woodstock, Conn.• Mark Renburke with William Matheny —9:30 p.m., The Gold Eagle at The LaurelHouse, Dayville, Conn.• Herman’s Hermits — 8 and 10 p.m., WolfDen, Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, Conn.

SUNDAY, AUG. 9

• Steve Willey — 2 to 5 p.m., Vinny Testa’s,Shrewsbury, Mass.• Dana Lewis — 8 p.m., Caffe Sorrento,Milford, Mass.• Jo Dee Messina — 2 p.m., Indian Ranch,Route 16, Webster, Mass.• Fiske and Herrera — 2 to 4 p.m., StoggyHollow Restaurant, 492 Route 198,Woodstock, Conn.• Love and Theft — 7 p.m., Wolf Den,Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, Conn.Monday, Aug. 10• Tall Heights — noon to 3 p.m., concert atNotre Dame Church, Southbridge, Mass.• Tall Heights — 6 to 10 p.m., Yogi Bear’sJellystone Park Resorts, Sturbridge, Mass.• The James Road Band — 8 p.m., Wolf Den,Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, Conn.

TUESDAY, AUG. 11

• Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic — 7:30 p.m.,Greendale’s Pub, Worcester, Mass.• Pete McNeaney and his band — 7:30 to 10p.m., The Copper Stallion, Sturbridge, Mass.• Mustang Sally — 8 p.m., Wolf Den, MoheganSun Casino, Uncasville, Conn.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 12

• Steve Willey — 8:30 to 11:30 p.m., TJO’Brien’s, Sturbridge, Mass.• Jared Adams — 6 to 9 p.m., Oxford’s CasualDining, Oxford, Mass.• Jazz Night with Tim Peck & Friends — 8 to

10 p.m., Victoria Station Cafe, Putnam, Conn.• RAM — 9 p.m., Lucky’s, Foster, R.I.• Josh Thompson — 8 p.m., Wolf Den,Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, Conn.

THURSDAY, AUG. 13

• Dana Lewis — 7:30 p.m., Caffe Sorrento,Milford, Mass.• Steve Willey — 7 to 10 p.m., Vinny Testa’s,Shrewsbury, Mass.• Rob Adams — 8 p.m., Ugly Duckling Loft atThe Whistling Swan Restaurant, Sturbridge,Mass.• Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic (upstairs) — 8p.m., TJ O’Brien’s, Sturbridge, Mass.• Blues with Chet Williamson and MichaelWilliams — 6 to 9 p.m., Oxford’s Casual

Dining, Oxford, Mass.• Songwriter Sessions with Lisa Martin,Jacqueline Bartlett, Eric Paradine — 8 p.m.,The Vanilla Bean, Pomfret, Conn., $5.• Seven Mary Three — 8 p.m., Wolf Den,Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, Conn.

If you’re a live act who would like to be fea-tured, know of someone else who is or simplywant to let us know about an upcoming gig, e-mail me atGett ingInTune@MarkRenburk e.com.Anything I get before Friday of each week willmake the following Friday’s paper. Keep themusic live and not so quiet here inNortheastern Connecticut and CentralMassachusetts!

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DUDLEY, Mass. — JaneM. (Zylka) Radzik, 96, ofPine Street, died Saturday,Aug. 1, at home after anillness.

Her husband of 53years, Stanley W. Radzik,died in 1985.

She leaves a nephew,Paul J. Harvanek, ofYuma, Ariz.; a great-nephew, Thomas A., andhis wife MichelleHarvanek of NorthGrosvenordale; a great-grandniece, CamilleHarvanek; and manyfriends.

She was preceded in death by her sister,Loretta S. Harvanek, in 1993.

The daughter of Frank and Mary (Grzyb)Zylka, she was born in Dudley and was a life-long resident. She was the last survivingmember of the Bartlett High School Class of1929.

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the church since 1971. Since 1956, she hadbeen a member of the Arch Confraternity ofPrayer and Penance of Worcester. She washonored as first runner-up for the ChristianWomen of the Year Award in 1965.

Mrs. Radzik was skilled at sewing andembroidering. She made altar linens for fivedifferent churches and for many years sewedalbs for newly ordained priests.

A self-taught naturalist, Mrs. Radzik gath-ered and classified an extensive collection ofpressed wild flowers (more than 500 vari-eties). She gave lectures about her findingsthroughout Worcester County for 17 years.She later donated her collection to WesternSpringfield College. She also conductednature classes for Girl Scout troops at vari-ous schools.

Mrs. Radzik was a longtime member of theHubbard Regional Hospital Guild.

The funeral was held Thursday, Aug. 6,from the Sitkowski & Malboeuf FuneralHome, 340 School St., Webster, with a concel-ebrated Mass at St. Andrew Bobola Church.Burial was in St. Joseph Garden of PeaceWebster.

Donations in her memory may be made toSt. Andrew Bobola Church, 54 West Main St.,P.O. Box 98, Dudley, MA 01571-0098.

Jane M. Radzik, 96

QUINEBAUG — Elizabeth L. Callan, 62, ofQuinebaug, passed away peacefullyWednesday, July 29, at UMass MemorialMedical Center, Worcester, Mass., after ashort illness, surrounded by her loving fami-ly and close friends.

She leaves two sisters, MaryAnn Belliveauof Old Orchard Beach, Maine, and KathleenCallan of Worcester, Mass.; a very closefriend, Rick Sand; a longtime companion,Scott LaBreck; and her two “special boys,”Toby and Scruffy. She also leaves an extendedfamily of many friends, nieces, nephews andcousins.

Born in Worcester, she was a daughter of

Joseph and Eunice (Boss) Callan. She gradu-ated from Worcester South High School in1965 and attended Sawyer Business School.

Ms. Callan was a certified pharmacy tech-nician with CVS for many years before retir-ing three years ago. She was an avid bookreader. She loved to travel and especiallyenjoyed going to Hawaii.

A private funeral is planned by the family.Dirsa-Morin Funeral Home, 298 Grafton St.,Worcester, is assisting the family witharrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made inher memory to Abby’s House Inc., 52 HighSt., Worcester, MA 01610.

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WARWICK, R.I. — Lorraine E. Corcoran,49, of West Shore Road, died Saturday, July25, at home.

She leaves six sisters, Gail Curci ofWarwick, Helen Toolin of Warwick, AnnBourbeau of Thompson, Conn., ValerieSimula of Foster, Darlene Pelletier of NorthGrosvenordale and Patricia Marcille ofWarwick; three brothers, Raymond T.Corcoran Jr. of Wellington, Maine, MichaelCorcoran of Moscow, Maine, and DanielCorcoran of Warwick; 16 nieces and

nephews; and 13 grandnieces and grand-nephews.

Born in Providence, she was the daughterof the late Raymond T. Corcoran St. andLorraine E. (Tate) Corcoran. She lived inWarwick most of her life.

Her funeral was held Thursday, July 30, atthe Barrett & Cotter Funeral Home, 1328Warwick Ave., Spring Green, Warwick, witha Mass of Christian Burial at in Rita Church,also in Warwick. Burial was in PawtuxetMemorial Park in Warwick.

WILSONVILLE — Ann M. Adamuska, 94,of 186 Wagher Road, died suddenly Friday,July 24, at her home.

She leaves her sister, Mary F. Adamuska,with whom she made her home inWilsonville; three brothers, WilliamAdamuska of Dudley, Mass., and JohnAdamuska and Stephen Adamuska, both ofWilsonville; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by three brothers,Frank Adamuska, Andrew Adamuska andMartin Adamuska.

The daughter of the late Andrew andSophie (Vajcovec) Adamuska, she was bornin Mapleville, R.I., and lived in Wilsonvillemost of her life.

Miss Adamuska was a retired shoe worker,having worked at B&W Footwear. She was amember of the AARP.

Her funeral was held Tuesday, July 28, atthe Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 SchoolSt., Webster, Mass., with a Mass at St.Anthony of Padua Church in Dudley. Burialwas in Saint Anthony Cemetery in Webster.

Lorraine E. Corcoran, 49

Ann M. Adamuska, 94

WOODSTOCK — Donna (Ianniccheri)Theriault, 49, of Woodstock, died Saturday,Aug. 1, at Day Kimball Hospital in Putnamfollowing a long illness.

She was the wife of the late RichardTheriault.

She leaves two children, Beau and JodiTheriault, both of Connecticut; her parents,Armand and Elizabeth (Brunelle)Ianniccheri, of Charlton, Mass.; two broth-ers, Peter Ianniccheri of Charlton andAndrew Ianniccheri of East Brookfield,Mass.; a sister, Tammy Ianniccheri, ofCharlton; and many nieces, nephews, aunt,

uncles and cousins.She was predeceased by a son, Dino

Theriault.Mrs. Theriault was born Aug. 4, 1959, in

Worcester, Mass., grew up in Charlton andwas loved by her many friends and family.

Her funeral was held Wednesday, Aug. 5, atthe Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130Hamilton St., Southbridge, Mass. Burial wasprivate.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations maybe made to Donna Theriault Memorial Fund,c/o Southbridge Savings Bank, 253-257 MainSt., Southbridge, MA 01550.

Donna Theriault, 49

QUINEBAUG — Elizabeth L. Callan, 62, ofQuinebaug, passed away peacefullyWednesday, July 29, at UMass MemorialMedical Center, Worcester, Mass., after ashort illness, surrounded by her loving fami-ly and close friends.

She leaves two sisters, MaryAnn Belliveauof Old Orchard Beach, Maine, and KathleenCallan of Worcester, Mass.; a very closefriend, Rick Sand; a longtime companion,Scott LaBreck; and her two “special boys,”Toby and Scruffy. She also leaves an extendedfamily of many friends, nieces, nephews andcousins.

Born in Worcester, she was a daughter of

Joseph and Eunice (Boss) Callan. She gradu-ated from Worcester South High School in1965 and attended Sawyer Business School.

Ms. Callan was a certified pharmacy tech-nician with CVS for many years before retir-ing three years ago. She was an avid bookreader. She loved to travel and especiallyenjoyed going to Hawaii.

A private funeral is planned by the family.Dirsa-Morin Funeral Home, 298 Grafton St.,Worcester, is assisting the family witharrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made inher memory to Abby’s House Inc., 52 HighSt., Worcester, MA 01610.

Elizabeth L. Callan, 62

Edith Louise Simmons, 84

Elizabeth L. Callan, 62

DANIELSON — Edith Louise Simmons, 84,of Danielson, died Wednesday, July 29, atOrchard Grove Specialty Care Center, inMontville, where she had been a resident.

She leaves her son, Gilbert Simmons, ofDanielson; two daughters, Beverly Thorntonof Brooklyn and Joanna Adams ofDanielson; four grandchildren, GilbertConrad Simmons, Zachary Anguiano, LukeAnguiano and Morgan Adams; several

nieces and nephews; and two sisters, BeverlyLemieux of Brooklyn and Marie Scovill ofPreston.

Born Feb. 4, 1925, in Thompson, she wasthe daughter of the late Floyd and Violet(Denhanoil) Moran. She lived in Danielsonmost of her life.

A memorial service was held Saturday,Aug. 1, at Tillinghast Funeral Home, 433Main St., Danielson.

DANIELSON — Harriet Laubengeiger, 97,of Maple Court, Danielson, died Friday, July31, at Westview Health Care Center inAttawaugan.

She was first married to Robert F. Leonard,who died in 1948, and later married JacobLaubengeiger in 1958. Mr. Laubengeiger diedin 1981.

She leaves her son, Robert F. Leonard Jr.,and his wife Jean of Dayville; grandchildrenGary Maffei, Linda Woodford and her hus-band Richard, Kenneth Maffei and his wifeDiane, Richard Maffei and his wife Cathy,Gregg R. Leonard and his wife Ruta, andJanice L. Spada and her husband Alfred; 13great-grandchildren; one great-great-grand-child; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her daughter,Beverly Maffei; sister Marilyn Schneeburg;brothers Frank and Raymond Mergl, and

grandson Robert F. Leonard III.Born Jan. 20, 1912, in New York City, N.Y.,

she was the daughter of the late Emil andTheresa (Curry) Mergl. She was a resident ofLong Island New York for many years and in1997 moved to Florida, where she lived for 20years. She relocated to Dayville in 1999.

While working in a 5 & 10, Mrs.Laubengeiger attended Brown’s BusinessSchool in Hempstead Long Island, N.Y., latermanaging both a diner and dry cleaning plantin Long Island. During World War II, she builtairplanes for Grumman Aircraft.

The funeral was from Tillinghast FuneralHome, 433 Main St., Danielson. Burial was inHempstead, N.Y., at the convenience of thefamily.

In lieu of flowers donations in her memorymay be made to Hospice of NortheasternConnecticut, Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260.

ONECO — Avis Elaine (Bushey) Aubin, 78,of Oneco, died Saturday, July 25, at DayKimball Hospital in Putnam.

She leaves her daughters, Elaine and hus-band Michael Bessette of Danielson, Julieand husband John Bence of Mystic, JenniferAubin of Killingly and PauletteWlaszkiewicz of Canterbury; her sons, PeterAubin and wife Kim of Danielson, andAndrew Aubin and wife Debra of Sterling;sister Edith and husband Nicholas Coutureof Lake Worth, Fla.; a brother, EdwardBushey, of Las Vegas, Nev.; grandchildrenMelissa Nichols and husband Jason ofBrooklyn, Christina Stadolnik and husbandMichael of Plainfield, Nicholas Aubin ofNew London, Tayler Aubin of Boston, Mass.,James O’Malley of Killingly and OliviaBence of Mystic; great-grandchildren Graceand Ty Nichols; and ex-husband MauriceAubin, of Plainfield.

She was predeceased by her brother,Francis Bushey.

The daughter of the late Francis and Edith(Hill) Bushey, she was born April 29, 1931, inOneco. She lived in West Wauregan until 1975and later purchased the Oneco house in

which she grew up, living there until makingher home with her son Peter Aubin.

Mrs. Aubin attended Oneco GrammarSchool and Plainfield High School. She was ahomemaker most of her life and baby-sat forseveral children over the years. She was anaccomplished seamstress, making clothes forher family and clients. In later years, shecleaned and cared for several people inOneco.

Mrs. Aubin was a warm and caring personwho loved children. A Cub Scout den motherand Girl Scout leader for many years, sheenjoying hiking and camping with herScouts.

Mrs. Aubin was a founding member of theWest Wauregan Fire Company LadiesAuxiliary. She loved gardening, flowers,music, playing the piano, singing and ElvisPresley and was a fan of country music. Sheloved having her son Peter play his guitarand sing with her. She always loved a goodjoke and to have her family get together.

The funeral was from Tillinghast FuneralHome, 433 Main St., Danielson. Burial was atthe convenience of the family.

Avis Aubin, 78

BROOKLYN — GeraldL. “Jerry” Foster, 59, ofWoodward Road left thisworld to be with his Lordpeacefully Friday night,Aug. 31, after a long ill-ness.

He leaves his belovedwife Susan, his sonJonathan, daughterCandis, his only sisterCeleste and four wonder-

ful grandchildren.Mr. Foster was born Feb. 21, 1950, in West

Palm Beach, Fla. He was a graduate ofLedyard High School and was a Vietnam vet-eran, having served in the Navy. A brave man,he will be remembered for his kind heart,easygoing nature and his fabulous singingvoice. He will be truly missed by all who knewhim.

A prayer service was held Saturday, Aug. 8,at Tillinghast Funeral Home, 433 Main St.,Danielson.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memorymay be made to the American DiabetesAssociation, Connecticut Affiliate Inc., 306Industrial Park Road, Middletown, CT 06457.

Gerald L. Foster, 59

Harriet Laubengeiger, 97

Marie A. Johnson, 91PLAINFIELD — Marie A. Johnson, 91, of

Oak Drive, died Monday, July 27, at DayKimball Hospital in Putnam.

She was the wife of the late Floyd T.Johnson Sr., whom she married Sept. 9, 1948.He died in May 1997.

She leaves her son, Joseph Pepin and hiswife Barbara of Live Oak, Fla.; her daughters,Charlotte Bissonnette and her husbandJoseph of Plainfield, Marie Fazio and her hus-band Joseph of New York, and Carol Charronand her husband Ronald of Plainfield; 17grandchildren; many great-grandchildren;several great-great-grandchildren; and niecesand nephews.

She was predeceased by her children, FloydJohnson Jr., Shirley Murd and Florence

Pepin; brothers Arthur Menard and ErnestMenard; and sisters Theresa Menard andEsther Menard.

The daughter of the late Levi and Minnie(Maine) Menard, she was born May 4, 1918, inPutnam.

Mrs. Johnson was a member of the VFWLadies Auxiliary in Danielson. She enjoyedcrocheting and spending time with her family.

A graveside service was held Saturday, Aug.8, at Westfield Cemetery in Danielson.Tillinghast Funeral Home, 433 Main Street,Danielson is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers donations in her memorymay be made to the American Cancer Society,106 Route 32, Franklin Commons, Franklin,CT 06254.

WORCESTER, Mass. — Norman A. Pierce,71, passed away quietly July 6 after a long illnessat St. Vincent’s in Worcester.

He leaves a sister, Nancy Wachter, and herhusband Emory Wachter of Woodstock Valley,Conn., and many nieces and nephews inConnecticut and Maine.

He was predeceased by a sister, WanitaPierce; a brother, Wayne Pierce; and his niece,Dawn Wachter.

Born Feb. 13, 1938, he was the son of the lateArthur and Velma (Pecor) Pierce.

Mr. Pierce spent the early years of his lifeworking locally and assisted Joseph Campert inthe building of Lakes Bungee and WitchesWoods in Woodstock. He later served as a guardfor several local companies and went on to workfor W.S. Warren and Sons in Eastford, Conn.,where he remained employed until his illness.

Mr. Pierce enjoyed country air and simple liv-ing. He gave many strays comfort and shelter.

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OBITUARIESDANIELSON — Mathieau Krzywda, 92, of

Danielson, passed away July 29 peacefully inhis sleep, a loving and devoted husband, untilhis very last breath.

He leaves Stella, his wife of 65 years; his sonSteven and his grandchildren, Vanessa (néeWlaskiewicz) McGuirk and Matthew RodgersKrzywda. Other survivors include PamelaRodgers of Putnam, Paul McGuirk of QuakerHill, Joe Wlaskiewicz of Dayville, WandaSoler of Danielson and several othernephews.

Mr. Krzywda grew up in Wauregan. DuringWorld War II, from 1942 to 1945, he served withthe Fourth Armored Division as a heavymachine-gunner, a scout and a water purifica-tion technician. He later worked as ahydraulic bender operator at InterRoyal

Corp, in Plainfield, for 38 years.Mr. Krzywda was a communi-

cant of St. James Church. Hisfavorite pastimes were fishing,gardening, Red Sox baseball andUConn basketball.

A Mass was celebratedTuesday, Aug. 4, at St. James Church inDanielson. He was interred at Sacred HeartCemetery in Wauregan, beside his beloveddaughter Marlene. The Gagnon and CostelloFuneral Home, 33 Reynolds St.,, Danielson,handled arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that peo-ple donate to their favorite charity or church.

To share a memory with his family, “light acandle” at www.gagnonandcostellofh.com.

Mathieau Krzywda, 92

SPRINGVILLE, N.Y. — Chloe KathrynMarie (Krise) Farner, 77, and Robert GeorgeFarner, 81, formerly of Springville, N.Y., diedtragically Saturday, Aug. 1, on I-395 North inWebster, Mass., while visiting family inConnecticut.

Beloved husband and wife for 57 years,they were married May 27, 1952, inSpringville, N.Y.

They were the loving parents of Robert(Barbara) Farner Jr. of New Oxford, Pa., for-merly of LeRoy, N.Y., Steven (Kathy) Farnerof Putnam, Conn., Becky Evans of MarbleFalls, Texas, Susan (Glenn) Keller ofOklahoma City, Okla., David (Laura) Farnerof Somerset, Pa., Melissa (Howard) Allen ofRochester, N.Y.; and the grandparents ofNicole (Chris) Santiago, Wesley Farner,Bethany Farner, Andrew Farner, WilliamFarner, Jessica Evans, Timothy (Sheena)Farner, Jenny Keller, Joey Keller, JordanAllen, Julia Allen, Mackenzie Allen, MaxFarner, Samuel Farner and Jeffery Keller.They were predeceased by granddaughterJody Farner. Also, they were the great-grand-parents of Kristyn, Kailey and Andrea, as

well as the brothers, sisters, brothers-in-lawand sisters-in-law of Webster (Dottie) KriseJr. of Tipp City, Ohio, the late Gerald (Joan)Krise of Baldwinsville, N.Y., Ralph Farner ofSpringville, John (Peg) Farner ofEnglewood, Fla., Ronald (Nancy) Farner ofSpringville, Henry (Sue) Farner of WestValley, N.Y., and Dorothy (Bruce) Gerber ofEnglewood, Fla.

Born July 25, 1932, Mrs. Farner was thedaughter of the late Webster M. and Helen(Holzbauer) Krise. She was a registerednurse who retired as director of nursing atBertrand Chaffee Hospital in Springville,N.Y.

Mr. Farner, born Feb. 10, 1928, was the sonof the late Peter J. and Ina (Witt) Farner. Hewas the plant supervisor at the O-AT-KAMilk Plant in Collins Center, N.Y.

Mr. and Mrs. Farner were members of OurSavior Evangelical Lutheran Church inSpringville, N.Y. They were loving and caringparents, grandparents and great-grandpar-ents, who, after raising their family, fulfilledtheir retirement dream of traveling as fulltime RVers for the last 17 years across thecountry each year visiting their children,grandchildren and friends along the way.

The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday,Aug. 7, at the Smith and Walker FuneralHome, 148 Grove St., Putnam, and at 10:30a.m. Monday, Aug. 10, at Our SaviorEvangelical Lutheran Church, 431 WaverlySt., Springville, N.Y., followed by burial inMaplewood Cemetery in Springville, N.Y.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be madeto the Robert and Chloe Farner MemorialFund, Our Savior Evangelical LutheranChurch, 431 Waverly St., Springville, NY14141.

To share a memory, “light a candle” atwww.smithandwalkerfh.com.

Chloe Farner, 77 - Robert Farner, 81

RELIGION

The dictionary definessacred as being thatwhich is “set apart or ded-

icated to religious use; hal-lowed,” or that “pertaining orrelated to deity, religion, or hal-lowed places or things.” Even inthis modern day, when so muchof that which has been heldsacred is being dismissed asbeing archaic, outdated andtotally irrelevant, there are still some thingsthat need to be honored and held sacred.

Today you and I as a society in general areguilty of committing the same offenseagainst God as Israel when they lost theirwillingness to discern between that which isholy and that which is profane. We have nodesire to distinguish between that which intime past would be considered holy and thatwhich would be considered profane. Today,we allow whatever feels comfortable to us beconsidered as acceptable. Whatever is rightin our own eye has become our standard ofright and wrong. For the most part, there isno spiritual, moral or ethical standard intoday’s society, except that which has beenformulated by public opinion or political cor-rectness. That which is holy has been crowd-ed out or crusted over for our desire to havethat which is profane. And the principle ofdecay teaches you that when anythingbecomes corrupt, it begins to become rotten.Our society is rotting at an alarming ratebecause we have chosen not to hold much, ifanything, sacred.

But I believe that there are still some thingsthat are sacred, and they need to be preservedand protected as such. It’s amazing that whena certain animal or plant or natural resourcereaches the point of extinction, it is placed onan endangered list and under strict protec-tion for its preservation. Yet, when it comes topreserving and protecting some of our mostvaluable possessions that keep us frombecoming extinct as a society, we refuse togive them the protection they are so deserv-ing of.

So, what are some of the things that arestill sacred? What are some of the things thatneed our protection and our acceptance asbeing valuable to the preservation of oursociety?

May I offer to you that the institution ofmarriage is still sacred? Marriage always hasbeen and always will be a holy and divineinstitution. It was God himself who per-formed the first wedding; the Bible tells us inGenesis chapter 2 and verse 18 that … “theLord God said, it is not good that man shouldbe alone; I will make him a help meet forhim.” Therefore, the Bible says, “… the LordGod caused a deep sleep to fall upon Adam,and he slept: and he took one of his ribs, andclosed up the flesh instead thereof: and therib, which the Lord God had taken from manmade he a woman, and brought her unto theman.” Then notice carefully what Adam saysof the woman God made and brought to him;he said, “This is now bone of my bones, andflesh of my flesh: and she shall be calledWoman, because she was taken out of Man.Therefore shall a man leave his father and hismother, and shall cleave unto his wife: andthey shall be one flesh” (Genesis 2: 21-24).

Marriage is the oldest institution known toman. It is the very foundation upon whichfamilies and societies are built. Everyoneknows that if the foundation of a structure isdestroyed, then the structure itself is going tocollapse. The God-ordained structure of oursociety is going to collapse if the sacred insti-tution of marriage, which is its foundation, is

not preserved and protected.I would offer to you secondly

that life itself is indeed sacred.Life is a precious gift fromGod. Job himself proclaimsunder the divine leading of theHoly Spirit, “The Spirit of Godhath made me, and the breathof the Almighty hath given melife” (Job 33:4). Upon theauthority of the Word of God,

your life is sacred because it did not come toyou from a bowl of soup but from the hand ofAlmighty God. “I will praise thee,” thePsalmist says, “for I am fearfully and wonder-fully made: marvelous are thy works; andthat my soul knoweth right well. My sub-stance was not hid from thee, when I wasmade in secret, and curiously wrought in thelowest parts of the earth. Thine eyes did seemy substance, yet be unperfect; and in thybook all my members were written, which incontinuance were fashioned, when as yetthere was none of them” (Psalm 139: 14-16).

The creation of life is the handiwork ofGod carried out under his divine supervisionand for his glory and his praise. There is asaying that God makes no junk, and when itcomes to the gift of life, he makes no mis-takes. As a precious gift from God, life isindeed sacred and it is worthy of our protec-tion from the moment of its conception untilit expires from the body in death.

Thirdly, I would offer unto you that theBible, the Word of God, is a sacred book. TheBible is not an ordinary book; it is a divinebook given to us by the inspiration of God,according to what it says of itself in SecondTimothy chapter 3 and verse 16. It is not adead book; it is a living book according towhat it says of itself in Hebrews chapter 4and verse 12. It’s not and outdated book; it isone that is completely current and up to dateaccording to what it says of itself in Psalm119 and verse 60. And it’s not a book to eitherbe treated lightly or to be abused. God hasgiven us his precious word to teach us abouthimself, ourselves, his Son, life now and thelife to come, and how we can be forgiven ofour sins, have eternal life now and the blessedassurance that heaven will be our home whenwe leave this earth. The Bible is such a sacredand precious book, and it’s worthy of yourtaking care of it and taking the time to readit; but, if you do, just be prepared for it tochange your life because it is indeed a life-changing book.

Finally, I would like to offer you two otherthings. I believe that Sunday is a sacred daythat needs to be remembered and kept as aday for worshiping the Lord. How wonderfulit would be on this next Sunday if you wouldbe as energetic and as enthusiastic aboutattending church as David was. He says inPsalm 122: 1, “I was glad when they said untome, Let us go into the house of the Lord.” Youwill never know what a day of worshiping theLord will do for you until you try it.

And then, I believe that the church house isstill a sacred place. It’s a place we enter into tomeet with the Holy God of heaven. To wor-ship him in spirit and in truth, and to gleanwhat he has to say to us from his preciousword that will challenge us, convict us,encourage us, strengthen us and transformus, making our lives meaningful and produc-tive.

These are some of the things that I still con-sider sacred and I hope you do, too.

Rick Davis is pastor of Open Bible BaptistChurch in Brooklyn.

Some things are still sacred

EAST KILLINGLY — Shirley Elsie (Adams)Belanger, 85, formerly of Country Acres, diedWednesday, July 29, at Day Kimball Hospital inPutnam.

She was the wife of the late Richard C.Belanger, who died Oct. 22, 2002.

She leaves her children, Charles R. BelangerJr. of Putnam, Carol Pelletier of Bristol andKenneth Belanger of Florida; seven grandchil-dren, David Jarvis, James Jarvis, MatthewJarvis, Rachel Jarvis, Joshua Bingham,William Bingham and Michael Bingham; andseveral great-grandchildren, nieces andnephews.

She was predeceased by her daughter,Jacqueline Jarvis.

The daughter of the late Leroy Franklin and

Bertha (Soule) Adams, she was born May 18,1924, in Killingly.

Mrs. Belanger worked at Acme Cotton for 47years, retiring in 1989. She was a member ofthe Union Baptist Church in East Killingly,where she served as a deacon, Sunday schoolteacher for many years and a choir member.She was a volunteer at Pierce MemorialBaptist Home, RSVP and a member of AARP.

The funeral was held Monday, Aug. 3, at TheFirst Apostolic Church of Danielson. Burialwas in Bartlett Cemetery, East Killingly.Tillinghast Funeral Home, 433 Main St.,Danielson, handled arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memorymay be made to the First Apostolic Church ofDanielson, 6 Academy St., Danielson, CT 06239.

Shirley Belanger, 85

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13TH ANNUAL ST. JAMES SUMMERBOOK SALE will be held today throughFriday, Aug. 7, each evening from 6 to 9 p.m.,in the St. James Church Hall on FranklinStreet in Danielson. Thousands of gentlyused books and recordings will be arrangedby subjects and authors for easy browsing.Most items are a dollar or less. A Saturdaymorning blowout sale will be held Aug. 8from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (all items 10 cents eachon that day only). Proceeds will benefit St.James School. For more information, contactJim at (860) 774-7755 and leave a message.

ANIMAL WASH, sponsored by the KillinglyIntermediate School S.C.O.R.E. organizationand PETCO, will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. atthe school. Water-friendly dogs and cats willbe washed for a requested donation of $5 forsmall pets, $7 for medium and $10 for largeanimals. All proceeds will be used to pur-chase supplies for the local shelter. Pet own-ers must provide current records of shots.Animals must be accustomed to bathing will-ingly. S.C.O.R.E. and PETCO reserve theright to refuse to bathe any animal basedupon its condition or its behavior.

‘FAISON AND FRIENDS: A SPECIALEVENING OF MUSIC’ will be held at 8 p.m.today and tomorrow, with a pre-show of wineand hors d’oeuvres at 7:30 p.m., at the Spiritof Broadway Theater, 24 Chestnut St.,Norwich. Christopher Faison, Norwichnative, singer/actor, recently back in thearea from a number of years on tour with theNorwegian Cruise Lines, will star in this the-ater fund-raiser, along with New York talentJerome Bell, Nicole Cardona, AlbertoFernandez and Kamron Hack. Tickets for theevent are $40, including pre-show reception,and are available by calling the theater’s boxoffice at (860) 886-2378 or online at www.spir-itofbroadway.org.

SATURDAYAugust 8

SECOND ANNUAL CROQUET ON THECOMMON TOURNAMENT, COOKOUT &FUND-RAISER, hosted by the VillageImprovement Society of Thompson, will beheld from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the ThompsonCommon (rain date Aug. 15). Registration forteams has closed, but spectators are wel-

come. Bring lawnchairs. In addition tothe croquet tourna-ment, there will alsobe a “free play” fieldand a cookout withhamburgers, hotdogs and more.Spectators are wel-come; bring lawnchairs.

13TH ANNUAL ST.JAMES SUMMERBOOK BLOWOUTSALE will be heldfrom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.(all items 10 centseach today only) inthe St. James ChurchHall on FranklinStreet in Danielson.Thousands of gentlyused books andrecordings will bearranged by subjectsand authors for easybrowsing. Proceedswill benefit St. James

School. For more information, contact Jim at(860) 774-7755 and leave a message.

27TH ANNUAL STERLING COMMUNITYFAIR will be held today at 723 Ekonk HillRoad in Sterling and on grounds and in thehall of Ekonk Community Grange. The StatePolice will conduct a bicycle rodeo for chil-dren at 10 a.m. Participants must bring theirown bicycle and helmet. Throughout the day,nail driving competitions will be held for allages. Hammers, nails and safety eye protec-tion will be provided. From 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.,Carol Becker, certified body hoops instruc-tor, will lead in hula-hooping fun. Hoops willbe provided. The Sterling United ProtestantChurch is in charge of the kitchen, and foodwill be available throughout the fair.Exhibits can be brought for judging from 4 to7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7 (contact Sue Gray, secre-tary at 564-2131 for information). The fair isfamily-oriented and free.

‘FAISON AND FRIENDS: A SPECIALEVENING OF MUSIC’ will be held at 8 p.m.today and tomorrow, with a pre-show of wineand hors d’oeuvres at 7:30 p.m., at the Spiritof Broadway Theater, 24 Chestnut St.,Norwich. Christopher Faison, Norwichnative, singer/actor, recently back in thearea from a number of years on tour with theNorwegian Cruise Lines, will star in this the-ater fund-raiser, along with New York talentJerome Bell, Nicole Cardona, AlbertoFernandez and Kamron Hack. Tickets for theevent are $40, including pre-show reception,and are available by calling the theater’s boxoffice at (860) 886-2378 or online at www.spir-itofbroadway.org.

SUNDAYAugust 9

MAIN STREET CAR CRUISE, sponsoredby the town of Putnam and the Tri-StateCruisers Car Club, will be held from 1 to 6p.m. in downtown Putnam. Main Street,Livery Street, Union Square and a portion ofKennedy Drive will be blocked to traffic andfilled with show cars. Cars will also be ondisplay at Rotary Park and the municipalparking lot on Kennedy Drive. Registrationbegins at 8 a.m. At 2 p.m., the burnout pitwill open in the parking lot behind the oldHale mill on Pomfret Street with foot trafficaccess across from WINY. There will be fiveentertainment venues, including DJs DickSalvas, Tom Woods, Sights *N Sounds,Upbeat DJs and WINY. Admission and park-ing are free and there is no charge to show aclassic car. All proceeds from the event willbenefit the Putnam Fire Department andDaily Bread.

MONDAYAugust 10

ADULT SCRABBLE CLUB will meet from 6to 8 p.m. at the Putnam Public Library, 225Kennedy Drive, Putnam. For more informa-tion, drop by the library or call 963-6826.

JUICE POUCH BAG CRAFT WORKSHOPwill be held at 1:30 p.m. at the Putnam PublicLibrary, 225 Kennedy Drive, Putnam. SusanLowe Heaney, of Creative Sewing, will leadthis workshop on how to recycle juice pouch-es. Participants will need to supply somematerials, including 11 juice pouches. Ages 8through 13 are welcome, but must register bycalling 963-6826.

‘MUSIC AND MOVEMENT WITH THEFAMILY RESOURCE CENTER’ will beheld from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the PutnamPublic Library, 225 Kennedy Drive, Putnam.This program does not require registration,and parents and children birth to school ageare welcome. Stay for the free lunch, avail-able to children birth to age 18, that followsat 11:30 a.m.

POMFRET FOOD PANTRY for residents ofthe town of Pomfret will be open from 5:30 to6:30 p.m. at its temporary location at theTracy House (next to the AbingtonCongregational Church) on Route 97 inAbington. Please bring proper I.D. and proofof residence (copy of a phone or electric bill,

etc.). The Food Pantry will be open Mondayevenings and on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m. every week.

EAST KILLINGLY FIRE DEPARTMENTBOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULARMONTHLY MEETING will be at 7 p.m. atthe East Killingly Fire Station on HartfordPike in East Killingly.

TUESDAYAugust 11

POMFRET FOOD PANTRY for residents ofthe town of Pomfret will be open from 11:30a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at its temporary location atthe Tracy House (next to the AbingtonCongregational Church) on Route 97 inAbington. Please bring proper I.D. and proofof residence (copy of a phone or electric bill,etc.). The Food Pantry will be open Tuesdaysand on Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. everyweek.

COMPUTER BASICS CLASS will be held at1 p.m. at the Putnam Public Library, 225Kennedy Drive, Putnam. Classes will focuson helping those unfamiliar with computersto develop the skills they need to use the com-puter, conduct basic Internet searches, usean e-mail account and create documentsusing word processing. The small, intimateclass size is ideal for those with very little tono experience using computers. Classes willalso be held Aug. 18 and 25. Please call thelibrary at 963-6826 to register for these freeclasses.

WEDNESDAYAugust 12

WEDNESDAY LUNCH WALK will begin atnoon at the Connecticut Audubon Society,189 Pomfret St., Pomfret Center. Join staff forsome fresh air and exercise. Seniors and par-ents with babes in backpacks are welcome.This is a free event. For more information,call the Audubon Society at (860) 928-4948.

NORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT ARTGUILD REGULAR MONTHLY MEETINGwill begin at 6:30 p.m. at ConnTrolInternational, Park Street, Putnam. The pub-lic is welcome to attend.

‘THE KITERUNNER’ will be shown at 1:30p.m. at the Pomfret Senior Center at its tem-porary location, 542 Hampton Road (Route97), Pomfret Center.

THURSDAYAugust 13

‘STORY TIME WITH THE FAMILYRESOURCE CENTER’ will be held from10:45 to 11:30 a.m. at the Putnam PublicLibrary, 225 Kennedy Drive, Putnam.Children 18 months to 4 years old are invited.Registration is required; please call the FRCat 963-6940 to register. Stay for the free lunch,available to children birth to age 18, that fol-lows at 11:30 a.m.

VICTORIAN TEA will be held at 2 p.m. atRoseland Cottage in the carriage barn. Aftersampling two types of tea and nibbling onscones, cakes and fresh fruit, tea-goers willbe able to tour the Gothic Revival summercottage to learn about the Bowen family andVictorian dining customs and etiquette.Program admission is $8 for Historic NewEngland members and $15 for nonmembers.Registration is required. Visitwww.HistoricNewEngland.org or call (860)928-4074 to register.

EVENING BIRD WALK will begin at 6 p.m.at the Connecticut Audubon Society, 189Pomfret St., Pomfret Center. Join AndyRzeznikiewicz for a leisurely walk on thesanctuary in search of a variety of birdsknown to summer on the sanctuary. Of par-ticular interest may be recently fledgedyoung birds. Fee is $5 for CAS members and$10 for non-members. For more information,call the Audubon Society at (860) 928-4948.

LEARNING IN RETIREMENT ANNUALOPEN HOUSE will be held from 1 to 3 p.m.in the auditorium at Quinebaug ValleyCommunity College, 742 Upper Maple St.,Danielson. Preview fall courses and enjoy aspecial presentation on Johnny Cash, “TheMan & His Music.” Free admission.Refreshments will be available. All are wel-come, and registration is not necessary. Formore information, contact 412-7300.

FRIDAYAugust 14

‘A LOOK AT COLONIAL AMERICA’ willbe hosted by the Windham County Women’sConnection from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at TheHarvest restaurant in Pomfret. Re-enactors“Chili” Bob and Melodye Whatley will give apresentation in colonial dress with psalterymusic and muskets. Also, inspirationalspeaker Sherri Martinelli, of Sudbury,Mass., and a former cable TV host, authorand New York model, will talk about “How tobe What You are Designed to be.” The pro-gram is also open also to men and childreninterested in history. Reservations arerequired; cancellations essential. Brunch is$12. Free child care. Reserve by Friday, Aug.7, by calling Helen at 774-5092 or Janie at 412-0014, or e-mail [email protected].

SATURDAYAugust 15

EASTFORD INDEPENDENT FIRE CO.NO. 1 ANNUAL CHICKEN BBQ, featuringdrive-through service, will be held from 4 to6 p.m., eat in or take out. Cost is $10 per din-ner. The fire station is located at 6 WestfordRoad in Eastford.

KILLINGLY/PUTNAM MOMS CLUBBUSINESS MEETING will begin at 9:45a.m. at the Goodyear Early Childhood Centerin Rogers. This meeting is open to motherswho are residents of Killingly and Putnamwho would like to learn more about thegroup.

YARD SALE AND CAR WASH, sponsoredby the Killingly High School Music Boosters,will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at KillinglyMemorial School. All proceeds will benefitthe Killingly High School Music Booster pro-grams. Rain date will Aug. 22. For moreinformation, please contact 774-9919.

35TH ANNUAL TEMPLETON ARTS ANDCRAFTS FESTIVAL will be held today andtomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the com-mon at Templeton Center, exit 20 off Route 2.A pig roast will be held at 4 p.m. Saturdaywith a band concert Sunday. Activitiesthroughout the weekend include entertain-ment, a quilt show in the newly renovatedFirst Church, a Chinese auction, raffles,more than 100 crafters, a moonwalk, kids’crafts, a juggler, K-9 demonstration, break-fast and a bake sale. Parking is available.Proceeds will benefit the TACF ScholarshipFund. For more information, visit online atwww.templetonartsandcraftsfestival.com.

GIANT TAG SALE, to benefit Our Lady ofLourdes Church, will be held from 9 a.m. to 4p.m. at the Hampton General Store, Route 97(Main Street) Hampton. Rain date isSaturday, Aug. 22. Buy a space for $10, or atable for $15. Donations are also beingaccepted; items can be brought to theLourdes Church Hall Saturdays from 9 to 11a.m., Sundays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Tuesdays from6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Any items larger than akitchen chair will only be taken from 6 to 8p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at the Hampton GeneralStore. For rental or more information, pleasecontact Naomi Ayotte at 455-0467, GloriaBurell at 455-9350, Loraine Rodriguez at 455-9192 or Don Nickle at 455-7029.

COMMUNITY FIRE CO. INC. COOK-OFF,CRAFTS AND CATCHES will be heldbeginning at 10 a.m. Aug. 15 at RiversidePark in North Grosvenordale. The public isinvited to watch as area fire departments

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ROAST PORK SUPPER will be held from 5to 7 p.m. at the Ekonk Community Grange,723 Ekonk Hill Road, Sterling. The buffet-style menu includes roast pork, mashed pota-toes and gravy, string beans, applesauce andpeach shortcake. The public is invited.Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for childrenunder 12 and free for preschoolers. For moreinformation, call 564-2131 or 564-0712 thatday.

SUNDAYAugust 16

35TH ANNUAL TEMPLETON ARTS ANDCRAFTS FESTIVAL will be held today andtomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the com-mon at Templeton Center, exit 20 off Route 2.A pig roast will be held at 4 p.m. Saturdaywith a band concert Sunday. Activitiesthroughout the weekend include entertain-ment, a quilt show in the newly renovatedFirst Church, a Chinese auction, raffles,more than 100 crafters, a moonwalk, kids’crafts, a juggler, K-9 demonstration, break-fast and a bake sale. Parking is available.Proceeds will benefit the TACF ScholarshipFund. For more information, visit online atwww.templetonartsandcraftsfestival.com.

CHICKEN BARBECUE will be held from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Moriah Masonic Lodge,Route 6, Brooklyn. Cost is $10 per person fordine in or take-out. The public is welcome toattend.

MADE-TO-ORDER BREAKFAST will beheld from 7 to 11 a.m. at the Knights ofColumbus Council 2087, 1017 RiversideDrive, North Grosvenordale. The menu willconsist of eggs, steak, pancakes, Frenchtoast, bacon, sausage, corned beef hash,ham, beans, home fries and more. The cost is$7 per person. For more information, call(860) 923-2967 or e-mail [email protected].

COUNTRY-WESTERN MUSIC ANDSPAGHETTI DINNER will be held at theKnights of Columbus Council 2087, 1017Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale. Enjoyan afternoon of dancing to country-westernmusic and a dinner of spaghetti and meat-balls. Music will be provided by the bandRachel and the Western Partners from 2 to 7p.m. Dinner is from 4 to 5 p.m. The cost is $10per person. For more information, call (860)923-2967 or e-mail [email protected].

MONDAYAugust 17

‘FROST/NIXON’ will be shown at 10:15 a.m.and 1:30 p.m. at the Thompson PublicLibrary, 934 Riverside Drive (Route 12),

North Grosvenordale. For more information,visit online atwww.thompsonpubliclibrary.org or call (860)923-9779.

POMFRET FOOD PANTRY for residents ofthe town of Pomfret will be open from 5:30 to6:30 p.m. at its temporary location at theTracy House (next to the AbingtonCongregational Church) on Route 97 inAbington. Please bring proper I.D. and proofof residence (copy of a phone or electric bill,etc.). The Food Pantry will be open Mondayevenings and on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m. every week.

TUESDAYAugust 18

POMFRET FOOD PANTRY for residents ofthe town of Pomfret will be open from 11:30a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at its temporary location atthe Tracy House (next to the AbingtonCongregational Church) on Route 97 inAbington. Please bring proper I.D. and proofof residence (copy of a phone or electric bill,etc.). The Food Pantry will be open Tuesdaysand on Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. everyweek.

COMPUTER BASICS CLASS will be held at1 p.m. at the Putnam Public Library, 225Kennedy Drive, Putnam. Classes will focuson helping those unfamiliar with computersto develop the skills they need to use the com-puter, conduct basic Internet searches, usean e-mail account and create documentsusing word processing. The small, intimateclass size is ideal for those with very little tono experience using computers. Class willalso be held Aug. 25. Please call the library at963-6826 to register for these free classes.

TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONALCLUB 4719 MEETING will be held at 7 p.m.in Room W202 at Quinebaug ValleyCommunity College, Upper Maple Street,Danielson. Visitors are welcome to becomeacquainted with the club’s state-of-the-artleadership and public speaking program.For more information, call Steve Rechner at(860) 974-1050.

WEDNESDAYAugust 19


‘THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES’ will beshown at 1:30 p.m. at the Pomfret SeniorCenter at its temporary location, 542Hampton Road (Route 97), Pomfret Center.

FRIDAYAugust 21

PUTNAM MS SUPPORT GROUP will meetat 7 p.m. at Day Kimball Hospital, 320Pomfret St., Putnam. The National MultipleSclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter, offersmore than 25 support groups throughoutConnecticut. These groups bring togetherpeople who share a common life experienceas it relates to MS and its effects. For moreinformation, please contact Pat at (860) 779-0398. The group meets at 7 p.m. on the thirdFriday of each month.

‘MOTHS OF THE NIGHT’ will be held at 8p.m. at the Connecticut Audubon Society, 189Pomfret St., Pomfret Center. Volunteer andlifelong entomologist Ben Williams will havea fraction of his extensive museum-qualitymoth and butterfly collection on display. Hewill share his love of studying moths both athome and around the world. The programwill be followed by a trip to his light standdesigned to attract moths. All will have funtrying to identify the many that arrive. Fee is$5 for CAS members and $10 for non-mem-bers. For more information, call theAudubon Society at (860) 928-4948.

SUNDAYAugust 23

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST will beheld from 8 to 11 a.m. at the American LegionPost 67, Route 200, North Grosvenordale.Cost is $6 per person, and proceeds will ben-efit Legion projects.

MONDAYAugust 24

ADULT SCRABBLE CLUB will meet from 6to 8 p.m. at the Putnam Public Library, 225Kennedy Drive, Putnam. For more informa-tion, drop by the library or call 963-6826.


TUESDAYAugust 25

POMFRET FOOD PANTRY for residents ofthe town of Pomfret will be open from 11:30a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at its temporary location atthe Tracy House (next to the AbingtonCongregational Church) on Route 97 inAbington. Please bring proper I.D. and proofof residence (copy of a phone or electric bill,etc.). The Food Pantry will be open Tuesdays

and on Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. everyweek.

COMPUTER BASICS CLASS will be held at1 p.m. at the Putnam Public Library, 225Kennedy Drive, Putnam. Classes will focuson helping those unfamiliar with computersto develop the skills they need to use the com-puter, conduct basic Internet searches, usean e-mail account and create documentsusing word processing. The small, intimateclass size is ideal for those with very little tono experience using computers. Please callthe library at 963-6826 to register for this freeclass.

WEDNESDAYAugust 26


MONDAYAugust 31


SUNDAYSeptember 6

SHEPHERD HILL HIGH SCHOOL CLASSOF 1979 30-YEAR REUNION will be heldtoday with a barbecue at the Westville Damand Recreation Area. For information,please contact the reunion committee at [email protected].

SATURDAYSeptember 12

HARRINGTON HEALTHCARE AT HUB-BARD’S 2009 HEALTH FAIR, sponsored byKindred Healthcare, will be held from 10 a.m.to 1 p.m. at the Webster campus, 340Thompson Road, Webster, Mass. Healthscreenings include blood pressure, skin dam-age, spine and body fat analysis. The Masonsof Massachusetts will offer MYCHIP (childidentification) kits. Life Flight is scheduledto land. Other features include SightMobile,senior health and home care, rehabilitation,digital mammography and breast cancerawareness and more. Bring the family andcelebrate health.

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508-344-0195

27” RCA MapleConsole Color TV

Only 4 Years Old,Gemstar, Beautiful Piece

Of Furniture.$200 OBO

860-933-6369

3 Gigantic,Insulated Dog

Houses,$500. each.

Delonghi toaster oven/broil-er, Alfredo Elite, never used.

New, $100,Asking $70.

Call (860)923-9056

3-Year Old FormalLiving Room

CouchBlue & Gold.

Matching WingbackChair Included.

$300

508-832-7414

300+ Slightly Used Paperback

NovelsFrom well known authors

(Steele, Roberts, Mac Comber,...) for $1 per book.

Call on weekends (860)974-2456or email any time

[email protected](Woodstock)

35MM Camera Pentax K-1000with assortment of lenses2 electronic flashes, and many other accessories.

Sell all for $200.Call (508)943-5954 or days (508)943-7704

35mm Minolta Maxxum 5000

CameraAF50 Lens & AF70-210 Lens,

Flash & Case.$150

508-278-6123

010 FOR SALE

3HP HorizontalShaft Motor

Runs $25

Cargo CarrierFor 2-Inch Receiver

New $408HP Briggs & Stratton

MotorNew Short Block,

Runs $150508-248-6783

4 Cubic YardDumpster

For SaleCall For Details

1986 Hudson 4-Ton TrailerGVW 9,500 lbs860-774-3147

53” PanasonicHD TV

$800860-564-6658

6 Shaper BitsNever used w/factory

coating. 1/2 inch shank. NOT FOR HAND ROUTER.

$185.00Delta LatheReproducer

Fits 12" & 14" DeltaLathes $450

BackpackNever Used

$100Call (508)943-7215

8’ FiberglassTruck Cap

Front & Side SlidingWindows, Locking

Rear Door. Like New!Only $495

860-928-3181

8-Inch/10-InchPorcelain Plates

All With Children’s Pictures By Well-Known Artist.

With Certificates & Numbers, Still In Original Boxes.

If Interested, Call508-347-3238

Will Discuss Prices

‘89 Sno Scoot$1800. Mint. Electric start. ‘89 Sno Scoot, $1400. ‘83

Honda 250R, $700. ‘93Honda XR80, $600.

Please leave a message at (860)315-7048

9 Lobster TrapsGood Shape

Take All - $250Call Jim

860-963-7780

A/C’s2 Panasonic Energy Star

11,500 BTU.Window/Wall-Units. Clean.

$150 EachFor Details

860-315-7262

Bernina 640Sewing Machine

New In April ‘08. Used OnlyA Few Hours. Comes With All Accessories Including BSR

Stitch Regulator Foot,Walking Foot, 1/4 Inch Foot.

Has 570 Stitch Patterns,5 Alphabets, Thread Cutter

And More. REDUCED! $3500

Call Nancy508-867-3900

010 FOR SALE

Potvin Gold

1964 Kennedy - Paying $4.00 Each

LUCKY COIN FINDEarlier this year, a lady brought 6 old coins to a Worcester Coin Dealer.

One coin was a very rare 1788 Massachusetts

Copper Cent.The coin has been sold for

$15,000

What Unwanted Old Coins Do You Have?

Call Today!

Robert L PotvinRoute 9, W. Brookfield

(Will Travel)508-867-3360

(cell) 774-452-1228Visit My Site

goldredeemer.com

Potvin Gold

Buying All UnwantedOld Gold For Cash

• 10k, 14k, 18k Men’s & Women’s Rings, Class

Rings (Gold)• Gold Crowns/Bridges

• All Gold Pieces Of The World

• Gold Men’sPocketwatches

• Old Silver Coins &Proof Sets

• Old Coin Collections

By AppointmentHousecalls Made

I Travel With ADigital Scale

Higher Prices PaidBecause Of Low

Overhead!

Robert L PotvinAuctioner License #2000Route 9, W. Brookfield

508-867-3360A Name You Can Trust

Serving GreaterWorcester County &Beyond Since 1978

Visitgoldredeemer.comFor Latest Gold Prices

Air ConditionerGeneral Electric

24,000 BTU, Window Mount, 230 Volts. Used One

Summer. With RemoteControl$400

Call Bob Or Joyce508-885-2400

Air ConditionersGeneral Electric 10,000 BTU

Window Mount AirConditioner, $150.

Samsung 5,000 BTUWindow Mount AirConditioner, $75.00

Call Jeff at(802)380-0844

All French CountryEthan AllenFurniture

Variety Of TablesButler

End TablesNested Tables

Leave Message508-208-8401

Can schedule viewingin Oxford.

Amana 100MicrowaveNew Condition

$150508-764-8330

Amana Air Conditioner18,000 btu only used 4

summers, 2 heavy for me to lift. $400 new, sell for $200.

Ask for Pat,(508)885-5542

AmanaRefrigerator

19 Cubic Feet, GoodCondition, Automatic

Ice Maker, Bisque Color.Energy Guide ($48)

$250860-935-5501

Business ItemsCash register with scanner and credit card machine. Large/small bag holders.

Sign Stand. Approximately 400 assorted plastic tags for pricing items. $600 or best offer. Call (860)774-3309

010 FOR SALE

AndersonWindows

New therm. 1 double hung, R.O. 30”x32” $50.

Casement-R.O. 283”x48” $50. 1 34”x34” 11OV

Commercial-Residential.Louvers fan. Excellent

condition, $100. 1 Sears Best water pump. 110-220V.Excellent cond. $65.00.Call (860)774-7167

Antique 1892Kitchen

Wood StoveMagee Mystic Kitchen

Coal/Wood Stove. With Side Copper Water Reservoir. 6

Burners, Oven.Good Condition

Approx 30” Deep x 54” Wide.$1999

Call Nancy508-867-3900

Antique AladdinKitchen

Cook StoveComplete.

BO Over $500860-928-3858

Antique Parlor SetEarly 50’s, Never Used

$600 OBO

Antique Bedroom SetEarly 50’s, 6-Piece, Good

Condition.$500 OBO

Pink Depression GlassFancy Pieces And Sets

508-943-0652

Antique RedVermont Casting

Gas HeaterExcellent Condition.Asking Price $1700Call 508-867-5677

Or Office 508-755-0972

Antique Stool& Lavatory

Porcelain Handles.(2)Glass Doors For Kitchen

Cabinet2 Solid Wood Doors

6’8”x32”(1)4 Lights, (1)15 Lights

3 Wood Frame SolidGlass Door

24”x50”30-Gallon ElectricHot-Water Heater

LP Gas Wall heater712-299-5239

Antique Tall, Mirrored

Sideboard/Dresser/Foyer

PieceLovely piece imported

from Manchester,England. Over 100 Years Old. Carving, Columns,

7 Drawers, Serving Area, Burl Inlay Detail. Small

Shelves For Candelabra. Appraised At $2400

74” High x 63”Wide x 23” Deep.774-230-1763508-248-6949Email For Photo

[email protected] Is $1250

Antique Victorian8pc. Black Marble

FireplaceMantle Surround

Good ConditionBest Offer For Both

Leave Message860-923-2987

Antique Wedding Gown

with train. Fits size 6/7.Excellent condition. $200.

Call (860)935-0116

APARTMENT LIQUIDATION

Everything Must Go!Furniture

Men’s ClothingPictures

Many MiscellaneousItems

No ReasonableOffer Refused508-949-6425

Artesian Hot TubSeats Three, 30 Jets With Ozonator. Also Includes

Insulated Cover & Redwood Steps. Years Left On Factory

Warranty. Always Been In House - Never Been

Outdoors.$2,800

Call Ron 860-779-1371

Athena Stereo Speakers

3ft tall x 1ft wide, excellent quality, fantastic sound. 2

speakers. Asking $380 for pair.

Call (508)341-4659

Brand NewFront load washer & dryer

set. $1200.Call (774)364-0367

010 FOR SALE

AuthenticRevolutionaryWar HistoricAutographs

Genuine Original Signature Autographs Of

American Icons.George Washington $3000Benjamin Franklin $3000Thomas Jefferson $1500All Have Certificates Of

Authenticity508-476-1068

Beach CruiserBicycles

NEW! Red, Blue,Green, Orange.Balloon Tires.

$195 Each508-476-1935

Beautiful WurlitzerOak Piano

$1000Full Keyboard With Bench.

508-949-1283

Beautifully Etched Oak King-Size

Waterbed FrameWith Drawers &

Storage Underneath.Frame Is Less Than 10 Years

Old And In Very GoodCondition. Waterbed

Heater Included If Interested. Heater Is Less Than

3 Years Old.Bed Frame Is Too Big

For Our BedroomAsking $250 OBO508-234-8731

BicycleMen’s Trek Pilot 5.2, 58cm

$1700Wedding Gown

Size 10-12, Ivory Strapless, Used. $150

All In Excellent Condition508-943-2007

Bowflex Xtreme 2With Leg Attachment

Perfect Condition. Hardly Used. Originally Paid $1300

$700 OBOCall 508-234-2647

Brand New Bunk Beds and 2 Dressers

Beautiful wood frameincludes mattresses, pillows, ladder (never used). $2000

or best offer.Call (508)987-1594, leave message will return call.

Brand-NewAutomatic Scrubbing

Power-Head$500

Reconditioned Prop19” Pitch, FitsMerc Cruisers

$85

508-826-2029

Brilliion Grass SeederModel Sl8

8-Foot Wide, Like NewCondition. Always

Stored Inside.$4,900 OBO

508-764-8330

Cake DecoratingSupplies

Birthday, Wedding, AndAll Occasions

Too Much To List!$150

860-923-2048

Camcorder$140

Audio Equipment$60

Electric Guitar$95

Amp $60Receiver $120

Canon Film Camera $45DVD Player $25

GPS $95Computer $150DJ Equipment

Dale Earnhardt Sr.Magazines

860-963-7087

Car-Top CarrierYAKIMA

“Space Cadet”Like Brand New!Used Only Once.

Cost $348Will Sell For $199Fits Most Cars With

A Roof Rack.Superior Construction

860-779-9371

Case Tractor1948 VAC With

Sickle-Bar Mower.Asking $1650 OBO

International HarvesterTwo-Row Corn Planter

Trailer-Type, WithHydraulic Lift.

$800 OBO860-974-9811

CouchLike New $200

Cushman Maple Dining Room Set

4 Straight Chairs,2 Captain’s Chairs,

1 Hutch.$350

860-774-8479


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Cedar Chest &Rocker

Multi-Colored Cushioned Top, Cherry Wood Cedar

(Hope) Chest and Matching Rocker. Both In Excellent

Condition.Asking

Cedar Chest $300Rocker $200

Call 508-756-2607

Ceramic Flower PotWith Pedestal

$25For More Information

Call 508-347-7441

Cherry DaybedWith Twin Mattress

$300860-974-2881

Cherry Dining Room Table

With 2 leaves, 4 side chairs and 2 captains chairs.

Only $500.Cherry TV Armoire

Only $300.Must be seen to appreciate.

Prices are negotiable.(508)864-1092

Chickering Spinet PianoBaby Grand &

Bench$700. 1993 Chevrolet

Camaro; 21,270 miles, all original, $5000.

Call (508)765-9316 leave message

China Cabinet & Dining Room

TableWith 6 Chairs. Hard Wood,

Excellent Condition.Cabinet $550, Table $400.

Prices Negotiable, Must Go.860-851-9578

[email protected](Email For Pictures)

ChristmasSports Card

SpecialsBaseball/FootballBasketball/Hockey

Racing/BoxingRookies/Stars/Sets/SinglesAll Cards 75% Off Book!

Including Vintage Cards LikeMantle/Williams/Etc.

508-864-9223

Clawfoot Tub$400

508-867-9566

Clawfoot TubWith ornate feet, in very good original condition,fixtures included, $350.Call (860)779-3785

ColemanGenerator

5000 Watt, 9HP BriggsOn Wheels, 75’ 4 Cond. #10

Wire With Connectors.Great Condition.

$400860-933-5900

Colonial Kitchen SetBuffet With Display Hutch.

4 Ladder-Back Chairs,2 Arm-Chairs, Cane Seating.

$200203-679-0634413-245-7522

CompleteBedroom SetBrass Headboard &

Footboard With Rails. Twin Sized, Includes White

3-Drawer Dresser.Asking $200

1940’s Headboard &Footboard

Veneer Wood With Spring & Rails. Includes Nightstand,

Rugged Post. Full-SizedAsking $200

774-318-1024

Complete Master Bedroom Furniture

Includes CaliforniaKing-Sized Waterbed Frame,

Large Armoire, LargeDresser With Mirror,

(2) Large End Tables. Sturdy Cherry In Excellent

Condition.$2000 OBO

Piggy-Back Washer/Dryer Combo

Kenmore, ExcellentCondition, All Brochures.

$600 OBO(3) Original Factory

HubcapsFor 2005 Hyundai Sonata

$35 EachCall Alan At

508-509-5407

ComputerCompaq FS7600

Lexmark Printer/Copier/FaxLexmark Printer

All For $550 OBOComputer Desk (Corner)

$195 OBOOffice Chair (Cully)

$65Entertainment Center

58”x52”x19”, Solid Wood$300

Numerous DogBreed Books

508-867-9734

Computer Table$20

6-Drawer Table $20Toshiba 5-Megapixel

Camera $45HP All-In-One Printer(G85)

$45New HP Printer $29

DVD Player $20Bike $40

AT&T Blackberry Curve $140

And More!480-282-2490

010 FOR SALE

Corner TV Cabinet$100

Call 508-943-3711After 6pm

Crystal GlasswareOf All Kinds

Plus A Few Bowls, Etc.Good Stuff, For Cheap!

413-245-6246

Dark Wood Curio55” Wide x 77” Tall,

18” DeepGlass Doors On Top, With

Three Drawers Below.$500

Highchair$50

White CribMattress Included $300

508-885-2866

Dental ChairElectric operates well, Would be great for tattoo parlor, etc. 3 to choose from. $50 each.

Call (508)987-3143

Designer Wedding

DressNever Worn!

Christina Wu Strapless Gown with train. Size 8. Purchased at Kleinfelds NYC. Elegant beading

with organza & silk/satin material. $700.

Call (508)949-2528

Diamond Bridal Set

14K gold ring with 60pt.diamont solitaire, plus 14K

surround with 16 small diamonds. Includes Kay

Jewelers receiptfor $2227.92Asking $800.

Call (860)923-9894

Dinette SetSeating For Four w/GlassTop And Three Bar Stools.

$200Call Matt at

508-943-6771

Dining Room SetLight Oak, farm style. Table extends to 60”. 6 chairs (4

sides, 2 captains). Matching mirrored/lighted china

cabinet, 73” tall x 13” deep x 30” wide. $800/OBO.

(860)928-1618

Dirt Bike2003 RM65 Suzuki

Great condition, asking $1200.

Call (774)696-3360

DISHWASHERHot Point Dishwasher $100

ALSO:Brand New CasioKeyboard LH100

Digital Screen Prompts,Keys Light Up With Voice Prompts. Lots Of Stored

Music Inside!Paid $199 On Sale

Sell $100Email:

[email protected] Pictures Or Call Marty

(Dayville, CT, 06241,Near MA & RI Line)

860-779-2611

Disney Area Stay7 Days, 6 Nights

2 Adult Disney TicketsPaid $750

Sell For $249Good For One Year508-301-0266

Double WindowNew, Vetter High Pro 4

With Screens.Measures 76”Long

61”High$650 OBO

Marine HemiEngine

1959 With Latham Blower And Four Carburetors

$8000 OBO

Call 508-259-8805

DressesWedding, Prom, Cocktail. All

brand new.Call (508)981-6762

Grandfather ClockWalnut, Winchester chime,

$200.Designers Mother-of-the-

Bride GownSize 8, Pewter color with

elegant beading, matching jacket paid $700,

asking $250.Call (508)885-4303

010 FOR SALE

Early 1900’sColonial-StylePorch Posts

8 Posts, 9 Matching Railings With Spindles Attached.

(4) Antique Wood& Coal Stoves

Glenwood & Magee BrandFor More Information

413-967-8169

Electric DryerUsed 6 months, $100.

Washer used holds x-large loads, $50. Solid oak kitchen table, 5 chairs, 2 leafs, $100 or best offer. Good condition wrought iron & glass coffee

table & end tables inlay w/stone, very nice, $50.

Apartment size freezer, $50. Works well.

Call (508)340-2098

Electric Scooter&

ElectricWheelchair

For Sale$500 Each

(508)987-3143

Electrical MaterialIndustrial, Commercial,

ResidentialWire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays,

Coils, Overloads, Fuses, Breakers, Meters,

Punches, Pipe-Benders.New Recessed Troffer

Flourescent 3-TubeT-8 277V Fixtures

Enclosed$56 Each

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

ENTIRE CONTENTSOF 2 STORAGE

UNITSMust Go!

Moving Out Of State.Come Find Your Treasures,

Large & SmallCall For Appointment

774-232-0064

Everything Must Go!!

Portable Dishwasherwith butcher block top, $250. Farmers table with 5 chairs, $200. Oak cabinets, various

sizes, six pieces, $400.Call (508)328-3438

Farm EquipmentHarrow

Deere 5-Foot, 3-Point$400

Cultivator Toolbar5-Foot, 5-Spring Tine,2 Hiller Discs, 3-Point

$350Lime Spreader

Tow-Behind, Ground Driven.$150

860-974-7099

Farmer’s Hutch$200

Like-New 3-Year-Old Lopi Pellet Stove &Ash Vacuum

$1400Call 508-943-3711

After 6pm

Fine ArtSigned in the plate Tarkay

Seriolithograph 2002 Indigo Chapeau. Professionally

framed 36 1/2"x37".Comes with Park West

gallery Certificate &Appraisal. Can e-mail pic

$300 OBO(508) 867-2250

Flat BeltPTO Pulley

$80

Aluminum CrossFor Church, Cross Arm 6’, 10’ High, 10” Surface, 7”

Deep. Can Be Lighted.$150

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

FOLDINGCREEPER

For automotive purpose - sit or laying position. $10.00

413-262-9990

Garage Heater2Mark Brand,

Thermostatically Controlled.w/Hanging Brackets.

Paid Over $600Best Offer!

508-885-3136860-888-5207

KenmoreWasher & Dryer

Like New$100 EachCall Phil

508-234-3348

010 FOR SALE

GeniePush-Around

Arial Platform LiftWill Fit Through 29.5”Wide

Doorway. 24’ Platform Height. 120V Hydraulic.

1/4HP 208/230V 3-Phase6-Gallon Flood-Type

Coolant System.120V 6-Gallon Flood-Type

Coolant System.

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

Girls Clothing& Shoes

Toddler Sizes Through 10/12Shoe Sizes 1-3

Gently Used & Brand NewMany Styles & Brands

To Choose From.Call 508-943-2007 For Appt.

Glass-Top 36”Octagonal Table

$50Oak Queen Post

Headboard/Footboard$50

Gas 32” Fireplaces$50 each

Freezer (17cu.ft.) $2005’x8’ Oriental Rug $30

Oak TV Cabinet $40508-347-5782

GorgeousKing Sized

Bedroom Set5 Pieces. Paid $6000

At Rotman’s$1500 FIRM

MovingContact Laurie508-450-5740

GroomingEquipment

1 Romani Grand Daddy Dryer1 Romani Clipper Vac

(B&B Model)1 42 Inch Hydraulic

Grooming Table1 Hydro Surge Bather

Asking $2500 For All508-987-2419

Gym EquipmentMarc X Platinum

3100 BenchIn Excellent Condition

$125 OBOCall 860-933-6369

Hand PumpFor Fuel Tank

$95Call (860)429-6632

Hand-Beaded Wedding Gown

Plus Size (18-20), Cathedral Train, Plus Bustle &

Tiara-Style Headdress &Veil. Museum-Quality

Preservation.$600 OBO

508-987-3781

Heavy Duty 9’ FisherHighway Plow

One-way plow, set up for backhoe or truck, $650.

Fisher Snow-Foil Type Heavy Duty 8’ Plow for truck

$500Heavy Duty Hobart Meat

Grinder. Floor type with large bowl. $375

Briggs & Stratton 12HPVertical Riding Mower

Engine, $95Used 15” Monitor

$25Call (508)461-9097

High-Low ElectricHospital Bed

Like New!With Scoop Mattress

$500 OBO413-245-6182

HO Scale TrainComes With Engines, Cars, Buildings And Accessories. Lots Of Time & Money Put Into It! Pictures Available.

Email: [email protected]

Or 774-402-1274

LandscapeEquipment

Trailer$995 OBO

Car TrailerPaid $2500$2300 OBO

Aluminum FoldingStaging/Scaffolding2 Sections w/Platforms,

On Wheels, w/Steps4’6”W, 7’3”L, 6’-12’H

$950 OBOCall 5pm-8:30pm

508-867-6546

010 FOR SALE

Home StereoEquipment

for SaleExcellent condition.2 Klipsch RF-5 floorstanding speakers.

Yamaha RX-595 receiver,Yamaha CDC-755 5 disc cd changer, Sony RDC-W CD-R/RW, 4 component

stereo cabinet. Allcomponents Black. *Glass

breaking power withsuperb sound quality.Pictures emailed on

request.BEST OFFER!

(508)868-1619

HONDAGENERATOR

3000 Watts#EU3000ISA

Like New, Super Quiet.$1650

Mike 860-935-0072

Hot Tub‘07 model; 6 person, 32 jets,

with all options. Waterfall,aroma-therapy, lighting, with

cover, full warranty. Brand new in wrapper. Cost $7000,

sell for $3800.Call (860)244-9544

Husqvarna Garden Tractor

54 Inch Mowing Deck.Includes Bagger System.Kawasaki 25HP Engine.4 Years Old. Runs Great!

$2800774-200-0395

Inflatable BoatWest Marine 9 Ft. Boat With

Oars And Footpump.Motorguide 47lb Thrust

Electric Motor. West Marine Deep Cell Battery

With Charger.$495

Call 860-230-8542

Jackie Kennedy Doll

In original box by Franklin Mint. Includes accessories,

display case and stand.Certificates of authenticity.

Selling for $100 or best offer.Call (860)774-7194

JewelryNew 14K Ruby & Diamond Yellow gold cross pendant,

$300 or best offer. Also gem-stone rings & pendants, best

offers.Call Shirley

(508)248-3005

John Deere 3235AFairway Mower

$5900 OBOJohn Deere 2243Greens Mower

$5900 OBOJohn Deere 220A

Walk-Behind Greens Mower$1995 OBO

508-764-8330

John DeereSnowthrower

For LX And GT Series Lawn & Garden Tractors.

42 Inch,Used Once(Honest!)

Includes Chains, Weights, And Operator’s Manual

$1500774-745-0242

Email For Pictures Or Questions

[email protected]

Johnson Wood &Coal Furnace

Firebrick Lined, Shaker Grate, Ash Pan, Blower

System.$650

1940’s Coca-ColaIce Cooler

Lift-Top With Rack Body.$250

860-928-3972

010 FOR SALE

KennedyMachinist Toolbox20 Inch, 7-Drawer, Several

Micrometers, Indicators, Etc.Kenmore Top-Load

WasherGood Condition2 1/2 Years Old

Only Used 3x/Week$100 CASH OBO

Afternoons & Evenings860-974-1912

Kia Rio Or Hyundai Accent Wanted

One With Very Low MileageAuto, Air. ‘06-’08.

Will Pay Your PriceFor The Right One

508-764-1439

Kirby GL2000Vacuum Cleaner

w/Accessories. Hardly Used.$275

Golf ClubsMens/Womens

Complete Set With Bag$75

Campbell 100 PSICompressor

$65Dorm Fridge

Used 1 Year $75Dorm TV w/DVD $75Dorm Microwave $30

Falcon Fishing RodsBrand New $100

Okuma Fishing RodsBrand New $75

Wood Fishing Rod Rack12 Rods - $40

Assorted Okuma Reels$50-$100

Boy’s BMX Bike $20

Dell 15-Inch Laptop $100

508-390-3717

Lace WeddingGown

Full-Length, Size 12.$200

Brown ItalianLeather Jacket

Medium, $200All Excellent Condition

508-757-7796Noon-6pm

Men’s BicycleGiant 6061

23” Frame, 24 Gears,Shimano 105 Derailer.Black & Gold, Ridden

Only 4 Times.Original Cost $800

Asking $350508-764-9309

010 FOR SALE

LADIESDRESSER

Large, With Mirror& 2 Armoires$1700 For All(Negotiable)

HandmadeLead ChandelierContemporary Style$150 (Negotiable)

508-892-1107

Ladies’ Genuine Black Shearling

SheepskinFur Coat

Medium. Like New. Worn One Or Twice. Length 30”

(Collar To Hem), Shoulders 19”, Sleeves 25”,

Bust 40-42”$250 OBO

508-885-8940Leave Message

Like New!Large Two-Level Light

Oak Coffee Table$125

Good Condition8’ x 11’ Karastan

Oriental RugNew Fringe &

Professionally Cleaned$350

Call Rich508-826-2029

Living Room CouchAnd Matching ChairFloral Design Fabric

$150413-245-9001

Living RoomFurniture

Best Offer For:FlexSteel Couch,Chair & Ottoman.

La-Z-Boy Couch & Recliner.All Items High Quality,

Like New.Email For Photos

[email protected]

Living Room Set90” SofaLove Seat

Oriental Rug(Machine-Made)

2 Matching End-TablesTake The Whole Set For

$1000 Or Best Offer508-867-9650

010 FOR SALE

LK StainlessSteel Sink

Model #CCR2522-4Brand New, In Box.“Celebrity Classic”.

New $400Asking $125508-832-9877

Llama WoolFor Sale

UnfinishedCall For More Information

508-335-8239

Machinist ToolsTool chest, also other odds

and ends.Call (508)234-8034

Mags With TiresFor E-Z-Go Golfcart

Plow For John DeereGarden Tractor

Truck Liner For 6’ BedRug (7’x10’)

w/Seashell Border508-987-1504

MahoganyBedroom Set

Bed, Dresser With Mirror, Chest On Chest, Night Table.

$1500 Negotiable

Mahogany Cedar Chest$600 Negotiable508-234-2897

Maroon Sectional Couch

Good Condition.$250 OBO

Glass-Top Dining RoomTable With 4 Chairs

$100

1992 BMW 325i5-Speed, Great Condition,

Red.$3500

1995 Nissan PathfinderWhite, 5-Speed.

$3300

(4)5-Lug Truck Rims& Tires$300

860-208-7010

Memory Foam Authentic

Therapeutic NASA Mattress

Queen, $399. Brand new in plastic full warranty.

Call Tom (978)597-3033


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Men’s 5-Speed Blue Bicycle

Paid $130Asking $60

Ladies’ One-Speed Red Bicycle

Paid $110Asking $50

Both Bikes Only Used Twice. Great For X-Mas!

860-774-2755

Men’s Burberry Prorsum

TrenchcoatSize ? (40/42), Tan, Slightly Worn, But Good Condition.

$100860-974-9946

Men’s SkisDynastar Skis & Boots,

Size 10$135

508-832-3118

“Merits”Power Wheelchair

Like newPLUS

Hercules 3000 Chair LiftFor Van

Cost over $5500.00Will sell for $2000.00

Call (860)774-5114

MiscellaneousItems

Broyhill Shaker PineEntertainment Center

w/doorsFits 36” Or Smaller

TV/DVD/Stereo$300.00 o.b.o.

Breyer Model HorsesOlder, For Collector

(860)774-3309

Modine Forced Hot Air Furnace

170,000 BTU. Excellentcondition. Set up for natural

gas. $600 or best offer.Call (860)774-3771

MOST ITEMS HALF ORIGINAL

PRICE!Arien Tractor

Arc WelderBoat & MotorWith Trailer

Wood-Burning StoveFishing EquipmentArchery EquipmentMachinist Tools

Auto ToolsAntenna Tower35mm Camera

135 VHS DisneyMovies

508-885-5189

MOTORS1/2HP 230/460V

1725RPM, 56 Frame.5HP, 230/460V

1740RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC5HP, 230/460V

3495RPM, 184T Frame/TEFC1/2HP 208/230/460V

Large Overhead Door-Opener4 Speed Controls

Hitachi J100, 400/460VCall 5pm-8:30pm

508-867-6546

Moving Must SellGarden Leisure 6 Seater

Hot Tub with lounger, $3800/BO.

Weider Pro 9940 dual weight bench, $150.

Trampoline, $75.Brand new computer

armoire, $450.Please call

(508)404-5470

MovingMust Sell!

Ethan AllenNew MahoganyDining Room

Large Crystal Chandelier11x14 Oriental Wool Rug

Painted Bureau2 Olive-Green Swivel

Rocker ChairsPilates MachinesQueen Brass Bed

Best Offer AcceptedFor All

508-867-6730

MUSICDukes Of Dixieland Record

CollectionHandel’s “The Messiah”

Volume 1 & 2 AND MORE

Make An Offer!Hammond Organ

With Upright Leslie Speaker$1000

860-774-2454

NASCARDie-Cast Models

They’re Back!$5 And Up!

Saddles$100 Each

Bureaus, Bookcases, Etc.Oak Kitchen Chairs

$15 Each10 For $125

Blessings Farm50 H Foote Road

Charlton508-248-1411

New BunkbedsPaid $900

Asking $500Just Purchased In March!

Includes Mattresses774-200-1561

010 FOR SALE

New Diamond Ring

Size 5 1/2 white gold, .80 carat total (1/2 carat center

stone plus 6 smalldiamonds) paid $1500.

Asking $1000.Call (860)928-4661 or

(860)234-3128

New PaversMany Styles, Colors, Shapes. Half Price!.60-.85 Cents Per!

1996 Dodge CaravanNew Engine Parts,

Runs Great!$700

Saab 1997 900SCold A/C, New Tires &

Battery$2200

Troybilt RototillerUsed 5 Times, Like New!

$700860-774-1950

New Snap-OnHarley Davidson

Collectors Edition Toolbox

Black and chrome withHarley logos & flames. 5, H x

3, W 12 drawers. Must be seen. $4000 firm.

Contact Dale(508)943-8692 after 6pm.

New WoodmasterPlaner/Molder

With 18” Drum Sander Attachment. 5HP Motor.

Weighs 420lbs.Also, 120A, 2HP, Shop Fox Vacuum With All

Attachments, Hooks Up To All Three.

Mint Condition.Books/Manuals Included

Asking $3500 OBOCall John

508-949-1051

New! 8 American Craftsman

ReplacementWindows

9500 series. Low E, full screen, 6 over 6 grille. White

vinyl, 34 1/4 x 48. Paid $1400. Asking

$1000 or best offer.Call (508)779-0438 ask

for Justin

NFL Autographed Helmet Collection

Five Ridell Team Helmets Signed By MVP Icon

Quarterback Tom Brady,Joe Montana, Dan Marino, Joe Namath, And Peyton Manning. All Have COA’s

$3000 OBO508-476-1068

Nordic TracWalk Fit Skier/Rower

$125Jane Fonda Non-Motorized

Treadmill$125

Technalon Car CoverFits Car 16’-17’6”

$60508-885-9992

Oak Bedroom SetQueen bed and mattress, hutch, nightstand and

dresser with mirror. All inexcellent condition. Mattress

brand new. $1300 or BO. Mahogany TV and

Video Stand$50.

Brand NewEntertainment Center

Black chrome and glassasking $500 or BO.

Call (860)377-7549 or (860)928-1135

Oak ComputerArmoire

$150Trumpet $100

Electric/Acoustic GuitarVinci Brand $100

508-864-7159

Oak EntertainmentCenter

Oak King Bedroom SetOak Table

(3) Craftmatic Twin BedsDesk

ShredderExercise Bike

Oreck Vacuum &Shampooer

Singer Sewing MachineAnd Much More!860-974-1396

Old Oak Rolltop Desk

Great Original Condition!54” Long, 30” Wide

$600860-774-4019

Old-Time TrunkGood ConditionNeeds Straps

Best Offer508-234-2712

Outdoor FountainVery Large, Gorgeous,

3 Tiers, Excellent ConditionMust Be Seen!

Originally $1500Asking $650

508-867-3900

Park Model RV2002, 12x40

(like brand new) on beautiful lot in campground can be

used for a full 6 months (15 April-15 October every year)

Lot paid for until 2097.$48,000

Call Don (508)344-9499

010 FOR SALE

Penn 6 wt. FlyrodNew Condition

Call 508-278-6419

PianoBaldwin Spinnet With

Bench. Good Condition.$950

SaunaFinnleo, Portable, Comes

In 2 Pieces. PerfectFor Two. AssemblesIn Minutes. SimplyPlugs Into StandardHousehold Outlet.

$500508-347-5725

PianoBy Baldwin

With BenchExcellent Condition

$500 OBO508-943-6654

PianoMaghogany, Werlitzer

Spinnet, With Bench. Good Condition.

$800Includes Training Books

508-987-8885Call After 5pm

Picnic Table7’11” x 29”

Built To Easily Accomodate Handicapped Persons,

Needs Staining.$50 Or B/O

860-935-9240

Pipe ThreaderToledo 999, Floor Model,

On Wheels.Angle Iron Cutter For

Shelving4W296, HK Potter 2790

Snowblower49.5” Wide, For PTO

McCullough 16” ChainsawOld $50

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

PlowDearborn 2-Bottom,

3-Point Hitch$225

CanoeOld Town Stillwater, Paddles,

Life-Jacket. Like New!$590

Truck CapARE Fiberglass, Sliding Front

& Side Windows,Boat/Ladder Rack, 6 Clamps.

$350860-779-1565

PoolEster Williams

Extruded Aluminum 24’ Round Above Ground Pool

Liner One Year Old,Sand Filter.

$400Call 508-278-2539

Pool HeaterExtend your swimming

season. Aqua Comfort Heat Pump for above ground pool.

$1000 or best offer.Call (860)928-1377

Pool Table8’, 3/4” Slate Brunswick,

Drop Pockets.$3700 New.

Sell For $2250860-887-5933

Pride BrandCombinationLift Recliner

Wine Color,Only Used 3 Times

Cost $850$700 OBO

Shower Seat/Stool For Tub$25

Gazelle Exercise EquipmentGood Condition

$150 OBOBack Massage Chair Pad

Good Condition$50

860-774-0794860-481-5570

Prom Dress SaleCurrent Gowns-Daughter is Senior. Sizes 6-8. Originally

priced from $200-$300. Some shoes and jewelry.

Cash only.Call (508)832-9981

Pub/Bar SetMahogany Braided Edge Table With Center Wine

Rack. Includes TwoBarstool Chairs,

Beautifully Designed,Fabric Still Covered In

Plastic, Brand New.Asking $400Please Call

508-987-2798

Radio/Control Air Planes

(3) Ready to fly with Futaba transmitters and 4 cycle

engines. Loads of misc. flight & building equipment.

Former member of Neds R/C club.

Call Bob (860)779-6484

Refinished ChairsNatural Or Painted Finish,

Some Decorated. Singles To Sets Of Six.

Very Reasonable!508-764-4493

RototillerAriens, Rear Tine, Electric

Start. Newly Serviced,7HP Engine.

$550508-234-6096

Rough Sawn 5x5x8 Ft.Pine Timbers

Air Dried, Two Years.$8.00 Each

(2)25 Ft. & (2)18 FootParking Lot Light Posts

w/Double LampsNew $1500

508-764-8330

010 FOR SALE

Salon Equipment For Sale

Mint Condition!Price Reduced!

$3000Call For Information

860-564-3771After 6pm

Samsung 61” HDTV-DLP TV

with stand for sale for $1500. Call (508)733-5047 for

appointment.

Santa BarbaraSpa/Hot-Tub

105 Jets, 7 Person. UprightTherapy Lounge, Neck &

Foot Massage, 2 AdditionalTherapy Seats Plus

Cooldown Area.Waterfall/Volcano, Lights(Different Colors). Starry

Night Blue With RedMaintenance Free VinylCabinet. One Year Old

Paid $8000 NewAsking $6000Will Deliver

Call (508)864-8578

SchwinnElectric ScooterNeeds new battery, $60.

(508)764-6560

Shopsmith SawWith Attachments

For SaleIncludes Wood Lathe,Drill Press, Table Saw,

And Converts To Sander.Asking $500

860-617-0182

Small Club ChairPink Fabric & Light Wood

$60Small Black Rocker

$40B.O. For All

508-278-2729508-282-9997

SnapperRoto-Tiller

IR5003, Used TwicePaid $1295

$950

TracVacModel 385-IC/385LH

Used Once.Paid $1300

$1100

Bear Cat Vac-N-Chip Pro& Vac Pro

Models 72085, 72285, 72295

Used TwicePaid $2772

$1900508-765-5763

Snow Tires4 P225-60-R17. Tires like

new, winter ‘07. $300 or best offer.

Call (508)234-7930

SnowblowerSnapper 8HP 26” $500

WasherMaytag, Heavy Duty $100

DryerWhirlpool, Electric $100Entertainment Center

Solid Oak $100Queen-Sized BedSolid Oak $200

Triple Dresser w/Mirror$150

Sterns & Foster MattressNew $400

Computer Desk $100Shop Smith

w/Accessories $500Joiner/Planer $75

LCD Monitor 17” $75Maple Dresser

Two w/Hutch $50 EachCall 774-262-3336

Leave Message

Sofa7’ La-Z-Boy With 3 Cushions,

In Sage Green.Great Condition

$500

Entertainment CenterPine Corner Unit. Height 6’,

Holds 32” TV,Great Condition.

$500860-963-7880

Solid MahoganyDining Room

Tablew/Leaf(extends to 72"),

one-armed chair, Five side chairs and Buffet

(62"wx36"Tx17.5 D)Both pieces in excellent

condition sell together for $500.00

860-935-5981

Solid Oak Queen Bedroom Set

$750. Lighted round curio end table, $50. Iron twin bed,

$200. Steins, $25. Dolls, $25. 2 Bureaus $100 Each

Call (508)867-9222

Solid Oak Set48” round table w/18”

extension, 66x48” oval, 4 matching chairs w/cloth

seats, a corner hutch 26”Dx44”x78”H, $1500/BO

Electronic PianoCasio Model# CTK1000

w/stand, $250/BO.Call (860)974-0236

Solid TeakDining Table

Rich natural color, oval with trestle base, 43”x70” with

30” attached dropextension leaf.

Only $600 OBO.Call (774)452-4631

Wedding DressIn sealed box. White with veil, worn once. $200 or

best offer.Call (508)248-6601

010 FOR SALE

Sony 50” XBRProjection TV$1100 or best offer.

Lane 2 piece sectionalwith recliner, $1000 or

best offer.Queen size bedwith cherry wood

frame, $700.Call (508)347-2764

Speedaire Air Compressors

3 ph 30 & 80 gallon. Onan Generators 5k W. Scale 1k

lbs. Best offer on all listings. Call (508)347-1223

Spinet Piano and Bench

$800. Country Blue plaid loveseat and chair. $450. Wilson ladies clubs, bag, cart, $200. All excellentcondition. Will consider

reasonable offers.Call (508)867-8532

Spinnet Piano (Steinert)

$1000. Sunfish sailboat w/trailer, $700. Jenny Lind 3/4 bed, $250. Sailboard &

sail (new), $500. Dresser set, $200. Player piano w/rolls,

$600. Lexmarkprinter, $50.

Call Karen (508)885-3192

Square DancingOutfits For SaleSize Small & Medium.

Good Condition, All Colors.$10 A Set

Call 860-774-5262

State QuartersUn-circulated, rolled. Boxes

of 500. Starting at $21per roll. Also Gold

Presidential dollar rolls.Call for moreinformation,

(508)832-3029 or (508)272-3433

Steam Radiator Covers

43” long x 40” high x 13” deep, 37”x40”x13” and

24”x40”x13”. All white, in good condition. Over $1000

if new. All three for $400Call (508)832-5546

Stereo SystemOnkyo Components With

Bose Acoustimas Speakers $350

Call (508)943-0089

Stereo With Speakers

$50Call 508-278-7958

Three 7 Foot Tall Desert Cacti

$500 each or best offer. Call (860)208-1320 or

(860)963-0849Would be great for someone

with a Mexican restaurant

TTOOOOLL SSHHEEDDSSMade of Texture 1-11

8x8 $6258x10 $8008x12 $8758x16 $1175

Delivered AndBuilt On-Site

Other Sizes AvailableCall 413-324-1117

Toro CommercialLawnmower

Pro-Line Series, With 44”Deck And Trac VacCollection System.

Great For Picking Up Grass Clippings And

Leaves.$3000

508-832-7414

Toshiba36 Inch TVUsed Very Little.Plays Like New!

MUST SELL!Cost $895

Sell For $399Call 508-885-9754

Traditional Fruit Wood Dining Room Table

with 2 extension leaves, 2 arm chairs, 4 sides. Excellent

condition, $1300.Traditional Fruit Wood

with Inlaid Entertainment Armoire

$600.Oak Computer Desk

$200.Upright freezer

$50.Craftsman Garden Tractorbaggers, mulcher and trailer.

Works great $600.(860)974-9950

Trees for Sale

Evergreen Trees, Colorado Blue Spruce, Potted Trees,Silver Blue, 18”-22” tall.

Excellent Privacy Border/OrnamentalAll 10 trees for $85.

Call 508-278-5762Evenings

Twin Loft BedBy Broyhill

Built In Desk, With Light.7 Drawers & Bookshelves.

$225860-779-2664

Upright ImperialCommercial

FreezerExcellent Condition

$100413-245-3429

010 FOR SALE

TWO FIRESTONE LT/SUV TIRES

Size P235/70R16, 1 Week Old. $250

Trailer HitchFits Honda Pilot - $100

Coin-Operated Electric Dryer, $250

860-942-0368

Unique BarSolid Oak with lighted

stained glass canopy, brass top and foot rail, 2 chairs,

72” high, 64” wide, 22” deep.$1200 or BO.

Call (508)450-5836

Upright PianoGood Condition

$150860-779-3749

Used RestaurantEquipment10-50% Off OurPurchase Price

Refrigeration6 Burner Stove

Convection OvenBar Top & Barstools

FreezersSinks

508-347-5503

Used Tractor TiresSize: 18-4-28 6-Ply Rating

Appx. 1 1/4 “ Tread LeftAsking $200

508-335-8239

Very NiceOak China ClosetLighted mirrored back. Two glass shelves on top, two

drawers on bottom.Measures

72 1/2”H, 34 1/2 ”W, 17” D.Asking $450

Call (860)779-7838

VHS Tapes & Cabinet$250

Will Sell VHS TapesSeparately If Wanted

Dark Shadows VHS TapesSome Original,Some Recorded(45 Volumes)

$50413-262-9990

Water HeaterWhirlpool 60-Gallon

Programmable. Never Been Used, Brand New.

Originally $459$350

12-Inch Band SawVirtually Brand New,

Only Used Once.Purchased Fall 2008

$325508-867-8374

Weider Pro 240Weight Bench

With Exercera VinylBarbell Set (150#)

Brand New In Boxes$75

Call (860)923-3833

Welding Cable$2 per foot. New.

Call (860)935-9193

Western SaddleBlack, With Pad. OnlyUsed A Few Times.

$150Also:

Child’s Western SaddleWith Bridle, Black

$150508-943-4365

White Wedding Gown

Never WornSize 8, long sleeves beaded and lace. Terra mid length

veil, cathedral veil, slip. Paid $1400 for all, asking $800 or

best offer. Call (508)-365-8528Women’s &

Teen’s ClothingTimes Are Tough, Money’s Short. I Have An Array Of Clothes, All In ExcellentCondition. Handbags,Boots, Sweaters, Etc.LOW LOW Prices!

I’m A Call Away508-278-5745

Women’s BurberryProrsum

TrenchcoatSize 14L, Tan, w/Zip-Out

Lining. Excellent Condition.$500

Women’s Burberry Prorsum

Dress CoatSize 14 Petite, Brown,Excellent Condition.

$400860-974-9946

Women’s Designer ClothingShoes &

AccessoriesShoes, Sizes 5-11

Clothing Sizes 0-1240 Plus Crates!!!Excellent SecondHand Condition.

Over 300 Pair Designer Jeans.

Many High-End Items.860-974-9946

Women’s Escada Coat/Jacket

Cashgora/Angora Wool,Gold Color. US Size 10 Or 12, Excellent Condition.

$400860-974-9946

XBOX 360Premium

20GB hard drive 2 wireless controllers, 1 wireless

headset, 2 games, (Skate & Halo). Excellent condition, 2

month old. Asking $450for all.

Call (508)278-3317

010 FOR SALE

Women’s Riding Leathers

Size Small Walter Dyer Chaps, Medium Gloves,

Fringe Coat With Two Liners (Medium), Harley Helmet

(Small).Excellent Condition.$275 CASH ONLY

508-341-9282

Women’s Salvatore Ferragamo

Leather BlazerJacket

Soft, Buttery,Golden Brown Color.Excellent Condition.

Size 6 Or 8$200

860-974-9946

Wood StoveSmall, Pedestal-Style

With Glass Door. Black.Will Fit 16 Inch Logs.

Good For Small Ranch Or Workshop.

Excellent Condition.New Glass & Fire-Brick

This Winter$300

860-974-9946

WoodenQuilt Frame

3 Rail System - FoldsDown. 2 Swing Arm

Lamps IncludedQuilting Area Is 18” x 72”

For Photos,Use This URL:

www.flickr.com/photos/mlm7154/sets

Call 860-963-7932

Yakima KayakCarrier

Will Carry 1-4 Kayaks,Complete With Crossbars,

With Locks & Keys. Stacker Poles & (4) 16-Foot Straps.

$380 ValueAsking $180

Call 508-885-3732

100 GENERAL

105 BULLETIN BOARD

IN REMEMBRANCEJulie Ann Bainton

(Knurowski)36 Year Senior Secretary

Bay Path High SchoolDear Friend, Please Visit

Our Guest Book And Leave A Note To Pay Your Respectswww.tinyurl.com/JulieBainton

Neconn Soccer ClubFall Registration

Registration Has BeenExtended To

August 16th, 2009Register Online Atwww.neconn.org

Ages 4-14$50 Per Player

$100 Family MaximumSeason Starts

Sept. 11th, 2009New Players Need A CopyOf Their Birth Certificate

Sent To:Neconn Soccer Club

PO Box 568Putnam, CT 06260Questions? Go Towww.neconn.org

107 MISC. FREE

FREE WOOD PALLETS

You pick up. Monday thru Friday 8am-noon.Stonebridge Press 25 Optical Drive

(located behind SouthbridgeHotel & Conference Center)

130 YARD SALES

3-FamilyYard Sale

Books, Kid’s Toys, Kid’s Movies, Kid’s Clothes,

Household Items, Gaming Systems, And Much More!

12 Valley StreetWebster, MA

Saturday, August 8th8am-1pm

200 GEN. BUSINESS

203 SNOWMOBILES

2002 PolarisEdge X

Electric Start, Reverse,2992 N. Maine Miles.

$2800 Or BRO

1996 Skidoo MXZ 5833717 N. Maine Miles.

Runs Great.$1800 Or BRO508-949-7388

2005 Arctic CatF7 SnowmobileLow Miles, Real Fast.

2005 Arctic Cat440 Z-ModelSnowmobileLike Brand New!$7500 For Both508-987-9313

Arctic CatSnowmobiles

2006 570 Panther2-Up, 579 Miles,

Automatic Start & ReverseLike New

1996 ZR5802300 Miles, Real Fast Sled!Take Them Both For $5900

508-340-5334

204 WATER EQUIPMENT

1994 Sea-Doo Bombardier SP94

With TrailerExcellent Condition, Runs

Great. Seat Just Recovered, Low Hours On Jet Pump.

Has Been Winterized.$1450Call Deb

508-965-7077

205 BOATS

15 Ft. Birch RiverWooden Canoe

With Wicker Seats.In Very Good Condition.

$800 OBOCall Jimmy At 860-974-3086

16 FootWhitewater Canoe“Dagger Reflection” Model

Red, Good Condition.$300

860-774-2502

16’ HurricaneTri-Hull

Ford 2.3L I/O, trailer, $2500Trolling Motor,

Electric Winch, EvinrudeTanks, Bimini Top,

'96 Conversion Van,Black Water Pipe,

Gas Grill, Chiminea.

518-480-1143

17 Foot GlastronSierra 177 4.3Mercruiser I/OOnly 156 Hours On

EnginePower Steering, Trim

Control, AM/FM Radio,Soft Top, Mooring Cover,w/Glastron Trailer, Skis,

Vest & Etc., MaintenanceManuals and Supplies

$8000For More Info Call

413-245-7501

18 FootGrumman CanoeFlat Bottom, Aluminum.Will Not Sink. Seats 4Comfortably. Excellent

Condition. Includes Paddles, Side Motor Mount And

Original Brochure.$400 OBO

508-478-8538

1980 GradyWhite 24’

With 235 Johnston Motor (Overhauled 2004) And Holes Claw Break-Away

Trailer. StandardElectronic, Cabin.

Many Extras. NeedsCosmetic Work.$10,000 OBODanielson, CT401-487-8677

1981 GalaxyBowrider

I/O 120 Merc CruiserWith Dual Axle Trailer.

Only Used In Fresh Water, Always Garaged.

Excellent Condition. Excellent For Skiing & Fishing.

Asking $3000860-214-8302

1990 Glasport20 Foot

Open Bow Ski BoatNew 350 Engine, Zero Hours. New Interior, New Flooring.

Drive-On Trailer.Sacrifice At $7200

12 Foot Jon BoatSeats, Electric Motor,

On Trailer.$1500

508-234-6096

1992 Sunbird19’ with trailerCuddy cabin, fully equipped,

low hours on engine.Very good condition. $7,900.

Call 508-885-3689

2001 Aquatron 18’ with Trailer

Bimini top, depth fish finder. Excellent shape, maintained

my mechanic. Only 100 hours on boat. NADA value $8630 before extras. Skis, towables all extras valued

over $1200. Buy now. $7600.

Call (860)928-2477

2006 17’ Maxum Boat

with Karavan trailer bimini top w/boot cockpit & bow

well covers power steering, AM/FM stereo, CD player w/4

speakers, mercruiser I/O 135HP motor. $15,500.

(860)974-3334 or (860)377-0574

2006 Bayliner 185 Runabout

135 I/O HP w/extended swim platform, custom cover,

trailer, coast guard safety package, used at most 20

hours. $13,750.Call (508)868-1972

71 Chris Craft 31ft Flybridge Cruisertwin 327 engines sleeps 6, full head and shower, all

fiberglass. $7350.Call (508)333-1790

Johnson Outboard Motor

4H.P. around 1979 model, have service manual. Bought on Ebay. Children bought a new Mercury for me. Had tune up at Action Marine.

Ran once. $400.Call (860)5329 or cell

(508)314-6373

Larson 1997Ski-Boat

19 Foot, With Volvo PentaEngine. With Trailer.

$7000508-373-8413


205 BOATS

Mercury 5hpOutboardperfect, $750.

Force 4 rigid inflatable, alum. 10ft dinghy, $300. Road king

trailer (dinghy/jetski) 14ft, perfect. $500.

Call (860)881-9052

Sailboat For Sale2000 Hunter 212

Great Day Sailer!21 Feet, Cuddy Cabin,

Galvanized Trailer. Extra Jib.Great Shape,

Used Very Little.30% Under NADA Retail

$5400508-340-7697

260 ANTIQUES

Route 169 Antiques884 Worcester

Street,Southbridge MALooking to purchase

antiques andcollectibles, single items

or entire estates.We buy it all also do

on site estate sales and estate auctions.

Call anytime, Mike 508-765-9512

265 FUEL/WOOD

Pellet StoveWhitfield Tradition

By LennoxFree-Standing, Cast Iron,

Hunter Green Enamel Finish.Replaced With Larger Stove.

Completely RefurbishedTo New Condition. Works

Perfectly, 6 Years Old.$1800

Call 508-234-8139

Vermont CastingsAspen Woodstove

16” Firebox, Glass Front, Top Or Rear Vent, Brick Lined.

Needs New Top, EasilyAvailable From Dealer.

Was $700 Retail$250

Call 860-933-9184

283 PETS

AKC BeaglePuppies

Good Bloodlines, Adorable, Smart, Well Socialized.

Great Family Dogs!Vet Checked.

Parents On Premises.Private Breeder.

2 LeftOnly $250 Each

508-949-7040

Lovebird CagesMany Types, Includes A

Variety Of Bird Toys.Breeding Boxes, Supplies

& Information.All Offers Considered.

All Calls Returned.aviary-amore.com

Spencer774-745-0173

PPuurree BBrreeddPPuuppppiieess

Over thirty breeds available.Health checked/guaranteed.

State licensed.www.laughlinkennel.comLLaauugghhlliinn KKeennnneellCall 508-987-7161

Shih Tzu PuppiesFor Sale

2 Males, 1 Female. 2 Solid Golds And 1 Gold Brindle. Ready To Go Home. They

Have Had All Of Their Shots. They Are Paper Trained And

Crate Trained. Very WellSocialized With Kids And Dogs. Are Used To Being

Groomed. They Love To Be Held, Kissed And Hugged.

$700Please Call 860-377-9419

Or Visitwww.KingBuShihTzus.com

For More Information

284 LOST & FOUNDPETS

Lost CockatielMissing For Two WeeksPoland Street (Webster)

Area.No Feathers On Stomach.

If Found, Or IfYou’ve Seen HerPlease Call Patti

508-344-2577508-943-0197

285 PET CARE

Pet SittingIn Your Home!

Excellent Referenceswww.bunsenberners.com

860-377-8952

285 PET CARE

New Owners!New Energy!New Stuff!

BoardingLuxury suites,

walks, treats, & one on one playtimes available.

Natural foodsReiki

Flower EssencesFeng Shui

DaycareDaily/weekly rates

TrainingBasic-AdvancedGroup or private

Experienced caring staffTours 10am-4pmOther times by appt.

please!

508-987-0077205 Federal Hill

RoadOxford, MA

www.starwoodpetresort.com

286 LIVESTOCK

Bagged ShavingsKiln-Dried Pine

Paper Bags.3.25 Cubic Feet

$4.75 Each (No Limit)Pick Up In

West BrookfieldRock Valley Farm

508-867-2508

295 BUILDING SUPPLIES

Harvey WindowsNew - Still Wrapped(2) Big 41 1/2 x 57R.O. Double Hung,

Vinyl, WhiteBoth For $300508-278-7835

297 CHILD CARE

Dr. Day Care’s Part-Time &

Full-Time RatesFree Breakfast And Lunch.We Accept CT Care 4 Kids.

Call (401)647-7421drdaycare.com

298 WANTED TO BUY

$ROSS RECYCLING

We Pay More!!

All Scrap Metals,Cars, Trucks

Batteries,Copper Wire,Appliances...

64 Tucker Hill Rd.Putnam, CT 06260

860-928-7165

BuyingGold,

Jewelry,Diamonds

BEST POSSIBLEPRICES

INSTANT PAYMENT

Also Rolexes,Antique Clocks,

Silver, Coins, Watches

Licensed for 30 years

3 minutes fromI-84.

[email protected]

413-245-4244

MusicalInstruments InAny Condition

CASH PAIDsellyourmusicalinstruments.com

Local Affiliates:Wonderland Comics

112 Main StreetPutnam, CT

(Ask For Dana)860-963-1027Gordon Music

339 Main StreetSouthbridge, MA

508-765-9352

WANTEDCat’s Meow VillageReproduction Of TheUnibank Of Uxbridge

(No Longer Made)If You Have One To Sell,

Call 508-234-4722Ask For Tom OrLeave Message

298 WANTED TO BUY

WANTEDContractor’s Table

Saw (10”)Will Also Buy Platform To

Cut Large Sheets If Available.Oxford

(But R.I. Phone Number)401-440-5363

WAR RELICS&

WAR SOUVENIRSWANTED

WWII & EARLIERCA$H WAITING!I’ll Come To You AtYour Convenience.

Over 30 Years Experience.Call: 1-508-688-0847

All Calls PromptlyReturned.

300 HELP WANTED

305 BUSINESSOPPORTUNITIES

If You Would LikeTo Be PaidEvery Time

The Phone RingsCall 860-319-1168

310 GENERAL HELPWANTED

Cake Decorator/Baker’s Helper

Mornings & AfternoonsPlus Weekends.

Experience PreferredApply At:

Francesco’s Italian BakeryRoute 20 Charlton,

Next to Ted’s PackageStore.

508-248-9900

DriverValet Parking Attendant-to work at several locations

in Worcester, MA.IMMEDIATE OPENING! F/T-P/T available. Potential to

earn $11 and more to start. Great benefits health, dental, 401k plan, plenty of room for

growth! Applicant must be over 18, must be able to

drive standardtransmission vehicles, have

valid license, and priorcustomer service experience

a plus!!!Please contact us at877-455-5552 or at:

www.valetparkofamerica.com/employment

FosterParents WantedSeeking Quality HomesThroughout Central MATo Provide Foster CareTo Children In Need.

24/7 Support. GenerousReimbursement.

Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care

508-829-6769

Lincoln Town Car Wanted

2002 Or NEWERChuck Gander508-335-1153

Mystery ShoppersEarn Up To $100 Per Day!

Undercover ShoppersNeeded To Judge Retail &

Dining Establishments.Experience Not Required

877-787-6583

NEED EXTRAMONEY?

Work When You Want To!Part-Time Chauffeurs

Wanted To Go Out And Have A Great Time, Responsibly.

Must have CDL(w/P Endorsement)877-720-2387 x4Leave Message

www.limoaffair.net

TRAVELU.S.A.!

Publication Sales Company now hiring 18 sharp

enthusiastic individuals to travel the U.S. Training,

Travel, lodging andtransportation furnished.www.LSIMAGS.com

1-800-781-1344

320 MEDICAL/DENTAL

Heath CareOpportunitiesWe are recruiting for

several long-term facilities in Eastern CT. We are

seeking individuals who want to be a part of a

quality team, committedto serving the needs of

older adults.We have several part-time

and full-timepositions available:

• RN Supervisors• Administrative Assistant• RN Managers• Physical Therapy Aides• Physical Therapist

We are also looking tofill the following

leadership positions:• Assistant Director Of

Nursing• Director Of Maintenance• Infection Control Nurse• Staff Development

Experience in long-term care required. We offer a competitive salary and a

generous benefits package.

Fax Or EmailYour Resume:

[email protected]

860-528-5711

333 SURROGATEMOTHERS

SurrogateMothersNeeded

From MA & CTEstablished SurrogacyProgram seeks loving

women to carry couples’biological babies. 21-43,

prior birth experiencerequired, non-smokers, generous compensation.

1-888-363-9457reproductivepossibilities.com

400 SERVICES

402 GENERAL SERVICES

CCaallll TThhee JJuunnkk MMaann

FREE BBQ RemovalRemoval of Metal,

Appliances,Furniture, TV’s.

ConstructionMaterials.

Cellars/Attics Cleaned.

Small BuildingDemolition, Tires.Leaves Removed. Small Residential Moves. Trees Cut

Brush/LimbsRemoved

Furnaces RemovedCheck-our-down-to-earth prices first!

Weekends also!Central Mass

and Connecticut550088--334477--77880044

MMoobbiillee441133--226622--55008822

433 CLEANING

AffordableResidential

& Commercial Cleaning

At The Time of AdvertisingA Cleaning Service, We All

Announce The Same.Let Affordable Residential& Commercial Cleaning

Show You The Difference!We Guarantee You ThatYour Satisfaction Will Be

Our Best Reference.We Specialize In Carpets,

Upholstery, Floors,And Auto Detailing.

Registered/Insured/BondedReferences Available

Give Maria A Call At508-764-2500

508-344-2263 (Cell)

442 LICENSED DAYCARE

***************Per CT General Statutes

19e-87b-5g,All advertisements for

Daycare Services in thestate of Connecticut must

include your license/registration number.

454 HOMEIMPROVEMENT

JOHN F.McNAMARAPLASTERING

Charlton, MAQuality Plastering

Blueboard &Stucco Work

Fully Licensed & Insured20 Years

Of Experience, WithReferences Available

For AFREE Estimate

Call John(508)248-6080

457 LAWN/GARDEN

CompostedSheep Manure

Available At Farm!20lb Bags

At $10 Per BagCall 508-867-6111

Leave Message

500 REAL ESTATE

501 REAL ESTATEWANTED

**************EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

**************All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to The Federal Fair Housing Act

of 1968, which makes itillegal to advertise any

preference, limitation ordiscrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap,

familial status (number of children and or pregnancy),

national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, or any

intention to make an such preference, limitation or

discrimination. Thisnewspaper will not

knowingly accept anyadvertising for real estate

that is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby

informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper

are available on and equal opportunity basis. To

complain aboutdiscrimination call The

Department of Housing and Urban Development “HUD” toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. For the N.E. area, call HUD ad 617-565-5308,. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275

APARTMENTWANTED

Responsible, Employed,Mature Adult SeeksReasonably Priced4-Room Apartment

In Dudley/Oxford/WebsterOr Thompson, CT Area.

Owner Occupied Preferred.References Available

508-596-4925

WANTED3 Bedroom Condo

1200 Sq. Ft.Brimfield, Brookfield,

Holland, Sturbridge, WalesUnder $150,000

WANTEDSmall House

w/YardSturbridge, Warren,

BrookfieldsUnder $125,000No ‘Fixer-Uppers’

Stephanie BaylissKeller Williams(508)523-1314

505 APARTMENTS FORRENT

BrooksideTerrace

JULY RENT FREE!!!Affordable 2 Bedroom Apartments For Rent.

Spacious, FullyApplianced.

A/C In Every Unit!Starting at $759

• Pool• Basketball Court

• Playground• On-Site Laundry• Heat/Hot Water

Included!INCOME LIMITS APPLYSection 8 WelcomeOffice Open From:

Monday-Friday9:00am to 5:00pm

Weekend & EveningAppointments

Available

Brookside Terrace11 Village Drive

Southbridge,MA 01550

(508)764-7675

Danielson, CTSpacious 4 BedroomRecently Renovated

Apartment.Heat & Hot Water Included

$1200/MonthAvailable 8/1

Call GRN860-779-9182

Dayville4 Bedroom Apartment.

Fully Applianced.$825/Month

No Pets.References Required.

860-774-6941

Dudley1 Bedroom

$580Includes All UtilitiesOff-Street Parking,

Close To 395.First/Last & Deposit

508-949-7013

N. GrosvenordaleSpacious Half-Duplex

For Rent3 Bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 Baths.

For Inquiries, Call508-234-1510

Southbridge4 BEDROOM

DE-LEADED!!!Eat-In Kitchen, Modern

Bathroom, Laundry Hookups, 1200+ Square Feet,

Huge Porch.ONLY $900/Month

Section 8 OK!Call 617-818-3002


OXFORDNew

Orchard Hill

1 & 2 BedroomApartments.

1 Month Free RentHeat & Hot Water

IncludedMust Income Qualify

SECTION 8CERTIFICATES

WELCOME

Call508-987-8121

EHO

Pomfret, CTRenovated 2 Bedroom On

Route 101. Nice Views And Convenient To 95 & 395.

$800/Month Plus Security Deposit & Credit Check.No Pets, Non-Smoking.

860-204-9711

River MillVillage

N. Grosvenordale, CTVery Spacious

1, 2 & 3 BedroomApartments

ONE MONTHFREE RENT

Rents starting at $525*Must Income Qualify*

Section 8 Vouchers Accepted

•Recently RemodeledBuilding Exteriors

• Close to 395• Adjacent to Riverside Park

•On-site professionalmanagement andmaintenance staff

Please call(860)923-3919

for more information

SOUTHBRIDGEBRAND NEW

APARTMENTS!2 Bedrooms/$775.

Available now.Stove, refrigerator anddishwasher included.

Secure building.Off-street parking.

NO Pets.Call (508)765-5852

Southbridge141 Elm Street

Recently Remodeled Large One & Three Bedroom

Apartments. Appliances, Washer/Dryer Hookups.

No Pets.$525 & $725/MonthNo Utilities Included.

1-508-328-9093

WebsterNORTH VILLAGE

ONE MONTH’SFREE RENT

2 Bedroom UnitsStarting At $783!!

Heat And Hot WaterIs Included.

Must IncomeQualify.

Section 8 VouchersAccepted.

Please call (508)987-1595

WebsterCute One BedroomApartment. Stove,

Refrigerator, All-NewFlooring. Nicely Kept Home,

Owner Occupied.Trash Pickup. No Utilities.Available September 1st

$500/MonthCall 508-943-3112

WebsterProspectEstates

1 & 2 BedroomApartments.

1 Month Free RentNow Available:

Historical BuildingsMust Income Qualify

SECTION 8 CERTIFICATESWELCOME

Call(508)943-9567

E.H.O.


WoodstockBrookwood Apartments

One & Two Bedroom.Immediately Available.

Heat & Hot Water Included With Most Units.

Large Rooms, SituatedOn Three Acres. Good

Neighbors.Starting At $750/Month

Call Doug781-771-2810

Or A&A Properties860-779-2325

510COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS

SturbridgeCommercial/Office Space

At 425 Main StreetStarting At

$425 Per MonthGreat Startup Location!

508-248-0847

Webster7500 Sq. Ft.

Free-Standing BuildingExcellent For Child Care

Center Or Church.Very Clean & Bright!

3200 Sq. Ft.Drive-In Space

Large Overhead Door

Call 508-753-3670

WebsterFor Rent

1000 Square FeetTo

14,000 Square FeetAnd AnythingIn Between...

Owner Will Give You Price You Can’t Refuse!

508-753-3670

525 HOUSES FOR RENT

PomfretHouse For Rent

Very Quiet Street,Nice Location.

Three Bedrooms, One Bath. Two-Car Garage.

Available August 15th860-933-0259

530 HOUSES FOR SALE

Cocoa BeachTime Share

First week in October on the beach, see the Rockets at Cape Canaveral. $2000.Call (860)774-2755

HollandFor Sale By Owner

Three Bedroom Charming New England Cape With

2 Full Baths, On One Acre Of Beautifully Landscaped

Property. Many Updates, Must See!$235,000

413-245-4643

546 CEMETERY LOTS

2 LotsWorcester County

Memorial ParkPaxton, MA

Gospel Section.Valued At $5500

Asking $2500 For Both508-885-3234

Cemetery LotFor Sale

Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton, MA.

Garden Of Heritage II, 609B,2 Lots (1 & 2)

$1500 For BothCall 508-347-3884

Leave Message If No Answer

Cemetery Lots for Sale

Worcester County Memorial Park-Paxton, MA

2 Lots (#408A) available in the beautiful Garden of Valor

II. $5,000 for both.Call (508)987-0531

CEMETERY LOTS:Two in the

Garden of Valorat Worcester Memorial

Park in Paxton. $1500/best offer.Please call

508-885-5133

Cemetery Plots at Worcester County

Memorial Parkin Heritage I. 2 lots. $1200.

Call (508)987-6180

Two CemeteryLots

Worcester CountyMemorial Park

In Paxton$900 For Each,$1800 For Both

Call Cheryl413-245-4181

Two LotsAvailable At WorcesterCounty Memorial Park

In Paxton.Non-Selected.

Asking $1200 For BothOr Best Offer

508-885-1071

Two PlotsIn Worcester County

Memorial Park, Paxton, MAAt Garden Of Heritage II

$1500 OBO For Both508-864-7159

Worcester CountryMemorial Park

Section Valor IIGraves 1 & 2

Valued At $5600Asking $2500 For Both

508-885-6489Ask For Karen

546 CEMETERY LOTS

WORCESTER COUNTYMEMORIAL PARK;

Paxton, MA2 adjoining lots.

Asking $1500 or Best Offerfor both call (508)867-3820

Worcester County Memorial Park,

Paxton4 lots in the Garden of the Cross, which is the oldestgarden in the park. Value

$7000, asking $6000.Will sell separately.

Call (508)892-8685

Worcester CountyMemorial Park

Paxton, MAPlots In Garden Of Honor.

2 Lots & 2 Vaults.Asking $2700 For All

774-745-0026Please Leave Message

550 MOBILE HOMES

14x70 Mobile Home

W/56ft addition whichincludes 24x12 den, 14x12 work room w/sink and 18ft porch w/handicapped ramp. Large hallways/doors, for

wheelchair. New roof/windows. $98K plus

park share.Bill, (508)347-5463

BrookfieldNanatomqua Mobile

Home Park(55 And Over)

2 Bedroom with 1-1/2Bath, Living Room, LargeKitchen, Laundry RoomWith New Appliances,

And Door To Back Porch.MUST SELL!!!

$64,000508-868-4662

Mobile HomeFor Sale

Dayville CT12 Conrads Park(860)774-8884

Mobile HomeFor Sale

In Sturbridge RetirementCo-Operative.

44x23, 5 Rooms, 1 1/2 Baths (1068 sq.ft. Gross Living Area). Air Conditioning,

Corner Lot, 2 Sheds.For Appointment

508-347-9370

REDUCED $85,000Mobile Home In Sturbridge

Retirement ParkTwo Bedrooms, One And

One Half Bath, Deck, Patio, New Roof, New Windows,

And Many Updates.Beautifully Landscaped.

508-347-8791

SturbridgeMobile Home2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath.

Hardwood Floors, Berber Carpet, Fully Applianced,

2-Car Driveway, Central Air, 2 Sheds, Sunroom,

Large Deck.$59,900Plus PS

774-230-8118

SturbridgeMobile Home 55+1 Bedroom, IdealLocation, Close To

Everything. New Floors,Carpets, Paint, Windows,

Shower, Cabinets & Counters. Newer Furnace,

A/C & More.Washer/Dryer.

$37,500Owner Financing

AvailableCall For Details508-347-7027

Sturbridge RetirementCommunity

Completely Rebuilt In 2002. New Floors, Walls, Doors,

Windows, Kitchen Cabinets, Bathroom. Carpeting On All

Floors Except Kitchen & Bath. New Vinyl Siding.

508-735-9639

TemporaryStorage

Problems?Utilize This 14x70

Mobile Home!Large Rooms, Plenty

Of Open Space.First $2500

Takes It Away(860)774-6989

Year Round OR Winter

HomeThis 1475 sq.ft. 2

Bedroom, 2 Full Bath, Fully Furnished, Like New Home

Inside And Out, Is In A Beautiful 55 And OlderGated Community. It’s

Located In Fort Pierce, FL, Just Minutes FromBeaches And GreatFishing. Many Other

Extras.$69,900

($59,900 Unfurnished)Make An Offer

Call (508)779-0311


LEGAL NOTICETOWN OF THOMPSON

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALSThe Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a

Public Hearing on Monday, August 10, 2009at 7:00 PM in the Merrill Seney CommunityRoom of the Thompson Town Hall for the fol-lowing:

• Continue...Variance Application#ZBA09-01 – Kenneth & Barbara Griffiths forSunset Hill Road – Vol 460, Page 215, Map103, Block 43, Lot 1A, Zone R-80. Approvevariance of Article V, Section 1, front yardsetback from 50 feet to 30 feet to allow theconstruction of a single family residence.

• Variance Application #ZBA09-03 –Edward Mead III, 12 Murolo Road, Vol 709,Page 291, Map 83 – Front yard & side yardencroachment.

John Bell, Sr., ChairmanZoning Board of Appeals

July 13, 2009July 31, 2009August 7, 2009

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ESTATE OF CLARA N. AVERY (09-028)

The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the Courtof Probate, District of Pomfret, by decreedated July 28, 2009, ordered that all claimsmust be presented to the fiduciaries at theaddress below. Failure to promptly presentany such claim may result in the loss of rightsto recover on such claim.

Janis E. Beltis, ClerkThe fiduciaries are:

Russell E. Avery and Douglas J. Avery,c/o George H Jackson, III, Esq.,Jackson, Harris, Burlingame & Hubert, LLC245 Main Street, Danielson, CT 06239

August 7, 2009

TOWN OF WOODSTOCKNOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

August 18, 2009A Special Town Meeting of the electors andcitizens qualified to vote in town meetings ofthe Town of Woodstock, Connecticut, will beheld at Woodstock Town Hall, 415 Route 169,in the Town of Woodstock, Connecticut, onthe 18th day of August, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., forthe following purposes:

Transfer of funds from fund balance tothe Capital Reserve Fund, and Revision tothe Planning & Zoning Fee Ordinance

1) To elect a moderator;2) To discuss and vote upon the transfer

of $95,266.00 from the General Fund undes-ignated fund balance to the Reserve Fund forcapital and non-recurring expenditures forthe purpose of modifying and upgrading theheating system at the Woodstock ElementarySchool and replacing the Woodstock MiddleSchool bathroom partitions. This amount willbe received from the State of Connecticut asthe final reimbursement from the WoodstockElementary School renovation project.

3) To discuss and vote upon an ordi-nance revising the application fee schedulefor land use applications including, in Section3.4, an authorization for land use commis-sions and agencies to collect a fee reimburs-ing the Town for unusual expenses related tothe hiring of outside consultants for technicalreviews of a particular application.

4) To transact such other business asmay properly come before said meeting; and

5) To adjourn.

Dated at Woodstock, Connecticut, this 23rdday of July, 2009.

Woodstock Board of Selectmen:

________________________Allan D. Walker, Jr.

________________________Chandler Paquette

________________________D. Mitchell Eaffy

Attest: Judy E. Walberg, Town ClerkAugust 7, 2009

TOWN OF WOODSTOCKThe Planning & Zoning Commission hasscheduled a Public Hearing for Thursday,August 20, 2009 at the Woodstock Town Hall,415 Route 169, 7:30 p.m., lower level, for thefollowing application: #SP572-07-08mWoodstock Academy, Rt 169 – Modificationof special permit – relocating cart path, land-scape buffer. Chair Dr. Jeffrey GordonAugust 7, 2009August 14, 2009

LEGALSTOWN OF EASTFORD

LEGAL NOTICEA certified list of Democratic party-endorsed candidates for the Town of Eastford for

election as First Selectman, Selectman, Tax Collector, Board of Assessment Appeals, Boardof Education, Constables, Library Trustees is on file in my office at 16 Westford Road,Eastford, Connecticut, and copies thereof are available for public distribution.

The certified list as received includes fewer names of party-endorsed candidates thanthe party is entitled to nominate for the following offices:

Office Number of Names Certified Number Entitled to be NominatedTown Clerk 0 1Town Treasurer 0 1Board of Education

Full Term 2 4Library Trustee


2 Yr Vacancy 1 3

A Primary will be held September 15, 2009, if, for a particular office, the number of party-endorsed candidates plus the number of candidates filing petitions pursuant to Sections 9-382 to 9-450 of the Connecticut General Statutes exceeds the maximum number which theparty is entitled to nominate for that office. Petitions must be filed not later than 4:00 p.m. ofAugust 12, 2009. Petition forms, instructions and information concerning the procedure forfiling of opposing candidacies, including schedules, may be obtained from: Denise Hills,Democratic Registrar of Voters, 16 Westford Road.

Melissa M. VincentMunicipal Clerk of Eastford, CT

July 29, 2009August 7, 2009

TOWN OF EASTFORDLEGAL NOTICE

A certified list of Republican party-endorsed candidates for the Town of Eastford for elec-tion as First Selectman, Selectman, Town Clerk, Town Treasurer, Tax Collector, Board ofEducation, Constables, Library Trustees is on file in my office at 16 Westford Road, Eastford,Connecticut, and copies thereof are available for public distribution.

The certified list as received includes fewer names of party-endorsed candidates thanthe party is entitled to nominate for the following offices:

Office Number of Names Certified Number Entitled to be NominatedBoard of Eduction



2 Yr Vacancy 2 3

A Primary will be held September 15, 2009, if, for a particular office, the number of party-endorsed candidates plus the number of candidates filing petitions pursuant to Sections 9-382 to 9-450 of the Connecticut General Statutes exceeds the maximum number which theparty is entitled to nominate for that office. Petitions must be filed not later than 4:00 p.m. ofAugust 12, 2009. Petition forms, instructions and information concerning the procedure forfiling of opposing candidacies, including schedules, may be obtained from: Terri Warren,Republican Registrar of Voters, 16 Westford Road.

Melissa M. VincentMunicipal Clerk of Eastford, CT

July 29, 2009August 7, 2009

Aut motive700 AUTOMOTIVE

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES

(3) ContinentalContra-Track Tires

Size P245-65R17On Polished Aluminum

Premium Wheels, Excellent Condition, Lots Of Tread!

$100 EachOr $250 For All

Fits 2003-2008 Envoy, Trailblazer, Rainier &

Ascender.508-347-9629

(4) 17 Inch RimsWith Tires

6 Lug$200 OBO

860-933-6369

4 Cooper Weather Master S/T Tires

Steel Belted, 205/65 R15Like New $150

4 Cooper WeatherMaster S/T Snow

Groove Tires225/55 R17

Like New $200508-867-2560

Evenings

Shortbed Hard-TopTonneau Cover

Good Shape$150

Truck Tire & Wheel

Inflated, Ready For Use$35

[email protected]

SnowplowWestern 7’ Steel

Good To GreatCondition

Fits Tacoma 1997-2004$995 OBO

860-923-9047

Third RowBench Seat

For Ford Expedition(Eddie Bauer)

Tan Leather, ExcellentCondition.

Fits Model Years ‘97-’02$150

860-935-0039

Tires & RimsBlack custom rims andYokohama tires, 16x7,

205/55R16CSell $275 or best offer.Call (860)974-1043

Truck Cap6’ 4” Sedco, “Ford Style”,

Fiberglass Truck Cap. Front & Side Sliding Windows,

Locking Rear Door, Clamps & Seal. Colored Red.

Taken off Toyota TacomaExtra-Cab.

$400860-974-1349

Truck CapChevy/GMC,

Color Match “Pewter”. S-10, X-Cab, Fiberglass. Hi-Rise, Sliders, Locks, Roof Rack

Brackets.$300

860-974-7099

Truck RailsChrome Tube For 8’ Bed

Great Condition$95 For Set

GM ChromeSlotted Wheels

15”, 5-Lug Bolt PatternFor Full-Size GM.

$200 Set Of 4454 Complete

GM BlockWith Fuel Injection

$1200508-259-8805

715 AUTO SERVICES

Junk Cars &Trucks Wanted

Large Trucks &Equipment

Cash PaidFREE REMOVAL

401-965-8949

720 CLASSICS

1930 Model AFord Coupe

Green, With Extra Parts.Good Condition.

$10,000Call Karen

508-885-3192

1973 GreenVW BeetleRecent Engine,

Good TiresBest Offer

413-245-3530

1953 Ford2-Door SedanMild Custom, $11,000

1955 Oldsmobile 4-Door

Original, $10,000

1975 Ford Flatbed$1600

1953 Ford 3/4 Ton Pickup

Solid, Needs Restoration, $2500

Collection MUST BE SOLD!978-760-3453

1978 CorvetteSilver Anniversary Model

Limited Edition, RunsStrong, Looks Real Sharp!

Excellent Driver. L82Engine, T-Tops. A/C,

Tilt Wheel.$7900

Serious Inquires Only!508-340-5334

1984 Firebird SEGreat Condition, HO6, A/C,

Auto Locks/Windows/DoorsCast Wheels, Chapman

$2600(413)245-1156

1985 BuickRiviera

Must Sell My Beautiful, Restored Pride & Joy!

135k Original Miles. Pretty Blue With Black Landau

Roof. Plush Interior.Mechanically Good.

$2500 OBO508-476-1721

1995 Toyota SupraTwin-Turbo, Stock, 6-Speed.

Original. 60k,Black-On-Black, Leather,

Two-Owner Car.$50,000 FIRM

1973 PontiacTrans-Am

4-Speed, With 455cu. White, Burgundy Interior, Original, Matching Numbers. 90k.

$50,000 FIRM

508-344-2660

Antique BlackJaguar

1972 XJ6. Body, paint and chrome nearly perfect, New Michelin pin stripe tires and

many spare parts.Best Reasonable Offer.Call Tom (Spencer)

(774)745-0173

725 AUTOMOBILES

$500!Police Impounds

For Sale!1999 Honda Civic $890!

For listings800-559-4138 ext. 3468

01 Buick RegalOlympic Edition

3.8 Supercharged, 56k Miles. Power Everything, Heated Seats, Monsoon Stereo

With CD & Cassette.$8200

Call Steve After 2pm508-278-3930

1967 Mustang Coupe

289 C.I. 3 speed manual transmission, 63K original miles, excellent condition.

$14,500 or best reasonable offer. Serious inquiries only

please.Call (860)428-9455

1981 MercedesBenz 240DOriginal Owner

$4,000860-774-0587

1985 Fire-EngineRed Mazda RX71.1L Rotary Engine.

Mint Condition.Single Owner, 54k Miles.

Always Garaged, No Rust, Sunroof.

Runs Beautifully.$5000

508-845-9237

1986 Camaro Z28305, 4-Bbl, Auto, Nice Body.

Red Paint, Iroc Wheels, Flowmaster, KNN, Tints, CD/Amp, Racing Seats,

Tune-Up And More.$2500 OBO

860-774-6567Leave Message

1989 Camaro RS350 Auto, T-Tops.Too Many Extras

$30001985 Merkuer5-Speed XRT4

Sunroof$2000

1967 GMCDump Truck

HM7700, V-6, 5-Speed & 2-Speed Rear

$2500(860)428-3478

1989 LincolnTown Car

Tuned Up Engine. About 7k Miles On Engine, Car In Good

Running Condition.Must Sell As I Am Not

Able To Drive ForMedical Reasons.

Appx. 30 mpg(Highway).Can be seen at 7 Church Rd

in Eastford.Asking $1100 OBO

860-974-1190

1990 Mustang GT Convertible

Burgundy paint with Black top. Runs/sounds great. Just tuned up. Everything works. Ready for Spring/Summer

cruising. $4500.Call Charlie

(401)523-5670

1992 DodgeStealth ES

V6 With 95k Miles. Custom Dual Exhaust. Red With White Racing Stripes.

$3500 OBO508-476-5357

1992 DodgeStealth

Red, Mint Condition.$6500 OBO

508-347-3613

1993 Cadillac Fleetwood

Florida car. 46k miles,regular gas; 17-18 in city

27-28 highway. Fully loaded, Light Blue with Light

Blue leather interior. $6200.Call (508)832-3029 or

(508)272-3433

1993 MercuryCougar

151,500 Miles$900

Good Condition

Propane Gas Heater$100

Excellent Condition860-923-9708

1994 Cadillac2-Door

Nice ConditionAsking $2200774-289-1321

2003 FordMustang Mach 1

Azure Blue with Blackleather. 18K miles, like brand

new. Couple aftermarket parts. $17,500.Call (508)987-8486

1995 BuickLeSabre

4-Door, Fully Equipped.Female Driven, New Battery,

Always Garaged.$2350

1979 Ford F-3504x4 With Plow. 49k Original Miles. Some Rust On Bed,

Good Frame.$1650

978-760-3453

1995 Geo Prizm110K miles, Red, 4 door

sedan, recently,reconditioned, new starter,

runs great.Moving must sell quick!!

$2500 or best offer.Call (508)341-4434 or

(860)857-4168

1995 Volvo850 Turbo

In Good Condition.With Snow Tires.

$2500508-333-3340

1996Oldsmobile 88

Runs Good.$1100

508-885-5861

1996 Oldsmobile Ciera

Navy Blue, good mechanical condition, a few cosmetic scratches. Asking $2400.

Call (860)928-2624

1997 FordExplorer XLT85k Miles, Loaded,One Owner. $3500

Scott’s RidingLawn Tractor

20HP, 48” Mower Deck,With Bagger. $800

860-382-5928

1997 Olds RegencyNice solid driver 105K

highway miles, loaded with moonroof, needs nothing.

Asking $3500.Call (860)974-3022

1998 Cadillac SedanDeville

100k+ Miles, 20-30 MPG,Northstar Engine

Exceptionally GoodCondition, No Dents, Clean!Silver/Gray, Sharp Looking,

Loaded With Extras.Fully Serviced. Florida Car,

Non-Smoker.$3900 OBRO

508-347-5460

1998 Chevrolet Malibu

New brakes and tires. $2700 or best offer.

Call (860)753-1103

1999 BuickCentury

4-Door, Original Owner.$4500 OBO

508-277-5944

1999 Buick Park Ave

Loaded, like new, leather, 122K miles. $4500.

Call (508)752-8683

1999 MercuryCougar

92k, V6, 5 Speed, AllOptions. College

Forces Sale$3800 OBO

Call508-476-3907508-335-1283

2000 ChryslerSebring

Convertible97k Miles, No RepairsNeeded. Carfax Report

Provided.$3500 Firm

860-634-4632

2000 FordEscort ZX2

5-Speed, 86k Miles,Excellent Condition.

$2000Call 774-230-9583

2000 FordMustang GT

$11,500 OBOCandy Apple Red,Pristine Condition!

33,010 Miles.Fully Loaded, Including

MagnaFlow Exhaust,AEM Intake, Lojack.

Stored Winters.Serious Inquiries Only

860-923-9618

2000 HyundaiAccent

Silver w/Grey Interior.Runs OK, But Needs Timing Belt & Front Bumper Work. 80k Miles On Rebuilt Motor.

5-Speed Manual. AM/FM/Cassette Stereo.

Retails $2950$1250 OBO

860-779-2736

2000 Mercury Grand Marquis

SedanWhite, Appx 60k Miles.

Owned By Elderly Driver. Selling As Part Of Estate.

Excellent Condition!Asking $4795 OBOCall 508-769-0512

2000 Volvo S80 Sedan FWD

Blue, Leather, Moonroof, Etc.Fully Loaded. 180k Miles.

Original Owner. Garage Kept.Includes 4 Blizzak Snow

Tires.Excellent Condition

$5500 OBO860-928-5266

2001 Oldsmobile Alero

Many Options. 75k Miles. Maintained & Garaged.

Sporty Model With50-Series Tires & Spoiler. Looks & Runs Excellent.

$4995Call Bob

508-270-9577(After 5pm)

518-796-4223 (Cell)

2001 SubaruForrester

Standard, Recent Brakes, A/C, Roof Racks. Looks

& Runs Great.$5,500 OBO

508-987-3244

2002 BMW 325ciConvertible

Excellent Condition.38,883 Miles. Automatic

Transmission With Sports Shift Mode. Grey Leather

Heated Seats. Car Is Loaded. Harmon-Kardon Sound

System, PremiumWheels, Etc.

$19,999Contact Josh508-885-7085

2002 Lincoln LSBlack/Tan, Leather, 40k,Fully Loaded, Chrome

Rims/Grill/RockerPanels/Pillars,

Brand New Snow Tires,Extra Set Of 18” Chrome

Rims with Tires. New Brakes

Sharp Car! Mint!$13,500 obo

774-289-9074


Aut motive

GET THAT CAR OF YOURSFIXED LOCALLYUSING OUR EASY-TO-USE

ONLINEDIRECTORY.

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725 AUTOMOBILES

2002 LincolnLS V8

***MUST SELL***Luxury-comfort-style-all-in

this Metallic Silver 2002Lincoln LS-Loaded with a V8. Automatic transmission, A/C, power heated memory seats,

power windows, power locks, power mirrors,

sunroof, leather interiors,alloy wheels, alpine premium stereo, six disc CD, air bags ABS tilt wheel cruise control.

This vehicle is in fabulous condition, must see. If you

are in the market for aLincoln LS, don’t pass this

one! Even and iPodDirect Connection...

$11,495 obo.Call 888-457-2333

2002 MitsubishiGallant ES

Runs Good, Rear Quarter Dented, Replaced Engine.

$2400508-987-2045

2003 MitsubishiEclipse

ConvertibleGrey, Runs & Looks New. Fully Loaded. 79k Miles.

New Tires.Asking $12,500508-410-3078

2004 ChevroletMonte Carlo LS

Black/Grey, ExcellentCondition, 43k Miles.

$8000508-987-1350

2004 ChevyCavalier

2nd Owner, 2-Door, GoodOn Gas. Less Than 70k

Miles. A Couple Of Minor Dents, Runs Good.

$5500 OBOHave Title. CASH ONLY

Call Rene/Joyce508-909-6156

2004 SubaruImpreza WRX

All-Weather Edition, Sunroof, Heated Seats & Mirrors.Custom Green Paint &

Spoiler. 5-Speed.Asking $14,900 OBOCall 774-289-3929Or 508-764-7986

2005 ChryslerPacifica

AWD, 138k Miles, Mostly Highway. New Tires, Great

Family Car, Well Maintained.$6500 OBO

Photos AvailableCall Bill & Andrea860-377-0396860-928-1064

WantedOld Camaros

1967-1969 including parts, pieces in any condition. Will

consider other models.Call (860)633-0869

725 AUTOMOBILES

2005 ToyotaCamry

Top Of The Line.Fully Loaded!

40k Miles.$14,500

Will Trade

2004 Toyota Camry76k Miles.$11,500

Will Pay Top DollarFor Clean Cars!

Rutland Auto SalesRoute 122

Rutland, MA508-886-2720

2006 GT MustangConvertibleBright Red, Black

Top/Interior. Automatic, 49k Miles (Mostly Long Trips).

Shaker 1000 Sound System. Stored In Winter. FordAnti-Theft & Lojack.

MUST SELL!$22,000

508-987-0947

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black, fully loaded, leather, 5 disc CD changer, heated seats & mirrors, sunroof, front, side & rear air bags.

$14,900.Call (508)949-6914

2007 DodgeCharger SXT

Only 1,400 Miles, Pearl-Coat Red, Grey Interior. 3.5L V6, Lots Of Toys. NO Bank Lien

$19,595 OBOMust See!

Sharon 774-287-2031

2007 HyundaiBlack Accent 4-Door

Retiree’s #2 CarAuto, Air, Remote Start.

Mint Condition! 22,500 MilesAsking $10,750Leave Message508-234-5918

Corvette 1988Excellent Condition. NewT-Top, Tires & Interior.

Over $11k Invested.Asking $7500 OBO1-508-943-11281-508-341-3164

FOR SALE OR TRADE1977 Corvette

StingrayFor A Motorcycle Of

Equal ValueCall 774-280-0866

732 SPORTS UTILITY

1994 Jeep GrandCherokee Laredo170k Miles, Engine Runs

Great. Has Special Features.Recently Repaired.

$2200 FIRMCall Sarah In Dayville At

720-841-0455

732 SPORTS UTILITY

1995 Ford ExplorerSport Utility

4WD, Automatic, V-6, A/C,Tilt, Cruise, Power

Windows/Locks. 138,500Miles. Dark Green, w/Grey

Leather Interior.AM/FM/CD/Cassette.

$3000 OBO860-774-0757

Ask For Art

1998 GMC JimmySport Utility 4D

V6 Engine, 4WD,Automatic Transmission,

92k Mileage, ExcellentCondition, Loaded.Asking $4995.95860-928-6853

2001 ChevyBlazer LT

Second Owner, 6-Cylinder, Electronic Shift-on-The-Fly 4

Wheel Drive. Very Clean, Runs Great, Needs Nothing!

94k Miles, 22MPG.Asking $6000

508-864-3846

2003 Jeep Liberty Limited

Silver, Automatic, 4-Wheel Drive. Sunroof, AM/FM/CD.

186,300 Miles.Original Owner!

$6000 OBOCall 508-347-2277

2004 JeepLiberty SportSilver, 49k Miles.

Excellent Condition.CD/AM/FM Radio.Asking $14,200774-364-1133Or After 5pm

508-886-7184Ask For Linda

740 MOTORCYCLES

1982 Honda900 CBF

Super Sport40,200 Miles. New Battery,

Runs Good.$1300

508-755-3660

1987 YamahaXV535 Motorcycle59,920 Miles, New Battery, Owner’s Manual, Service

Manual Included.$900 OBO

Call Robert508-987-5167

1988 HarleyDavidson 1200cc

One Owner, 32k Miles.Selling Because Of Illness

Always Garaged.$3000

774-230-6848

740 MOTORCYCLES

1994 HarleyDavidson

Dyna Wide Glide. 19K miles, good shape, extra lights,extra chrome, forward

controls. $7500.Call (508)864-3198

1996 Honda Goldwing SE

Excellent condition, must see, loaded. Asking $10,500. Call Steve (860)963-9030

1998 Harley Davidson

1200 Sportster 15,500 miles, excellent condition,

registered, many extras!$7000 or BO

508-764-8754

1999 HarleyDavidson

MotorcycleDyna Wide Glide.

18k Miles. Some Extras.$9000

Call 508-943-5911

1999 Road KingBlack, 10k Miles, Mint

Condition. Lots Of Chrome, Must See! Always Kept

Inside.$13,000 OBOEmail Me At

[email protected]

2000 HarleyDavidson XL883

CustomPearl Blue, Screaming Eagle, Carb/Pipes, Forward Pegs,

Drag Bars, Fat Boy Back Rim, 21” Spoked Front Rim. Lots

Of Chrome Added, 1,493 Miles, Flawless.Asking $5800

860-792-1168

2000 HarleySportster18,000 Miles

Mint ConditionCall Cliff$7000

508-764-7068

2002 HarleyDavidson XL 1200

Dealer serviced, 5000original miles, many

screaming eagle accessories. Red Black, lots of chrome, a

must see @ $6500.Call (860)774-7615

2002 HarleyXLH 883 Sportster

9500 Miles, Crash Bars, Highway Pegs, Saddle Bags,

Passenger Pegs & Pillion, Custom Grips.

Excellent ConditionLooks & Runs Great.

Asking $4500860-617-7335

740 MOTORCYCLES

2003 Yamaha YZ125R

Mint Condition, Garaged.Hardly Ridden.

$2000Call 508-254-8663

After 4pm & WeekendsOr 508-248-5466

And Leave Message

2004 HarleyDavidson Ultra

Classic5500 miles, $17000.Call (508)943-0242

2004 XL 883 Harley

Davidson3400 miles, lots of

upgrades, mintcondition, handles

great. $7200 or best offer. Won’t last long!

Call (508)347-8969

2005 Aquila 250 Cruiser

356 miles, showroomcondition, bike can be seen at 364 Main Street, Oxford.

$2700.Call (774)280-2630

2005 HondaAero VT 750c

Red/Chrome, 4400 Miles, With After-Market Straight Pipes, New Original Pipes, Jet Kit, Honda Back Rest,Honda Carrier, 2 Helmets.

Like New!Asking $4000

Call 860-933-0372

2005 Honda VT750Shadow SpiritMint Condition, Low

Mileage, Always Garaged.Pearl Blue/Metallic SilverFlame, Chrome Backrest.

Asking $4500 OBOCall 860-792-0506

2005 Yamaha TTR90 Motorcycle

3-Speed Transmission,Electric Start. Purchased

Brand New Off Showroom Floor, But Never Used.ZERO Miles On Bike.

Paid $2000Asking $1500

I Have All Paperwork508-765-9431

2006 HarleyDavidson

Sportster XL883CWhite with saddle bags. 2,091 miles. $6000. Also Harley helmet, jacket and

gloves for sale.Call (508)949-0621

740 MOTORCYCLES

2006 HondaXR 650L

On/Off-Road BikeNew Rear Tire, Excellent Shape. With 3800 Miles.

$4000 OBOOr Trade For 4WD Or Car

Call After 4pm508-867-6152

50cc Red SCOOTERAverage 85 MPG. No

Reg/MC License For CT/MA.Great For City, Or RV-er’s

Mint, Garaged.Only 75 Miles.

$1500

Pair Of Red Helmets$100

Peter (Woodstock)860-974-3470

Dirt Bike2003 Yamaha YZ 125

Barely Ridden, Never Raced. Excellent Condition. New

Renthal Handlebars & Grips. New Front Tire.

$1800 Or Best OfferCall 860-928-1466

Harley Davidson2000 Custom

Soft-Tail28k Miles, Pearl White.

Excellent Condition.Asking $9500508-987-8928

745 RECREATIONALVEHICLES

1998 Kawasaki 750 Xi Sport JetskiTwo seater, new battery and recently serviced. Excellent condition. Includes trailer and cover. $2500 or bestoffer. Call (508)234-0252

1998 Polaris ATVMagnum 425, 4x4

Complete $2000 Overhaul 5 Years Ago. Used Very Little

Since. Needs Battery.Asking $3000508-885-3136860-888-5207

2004 90cc Polaris Predator ATVExcellent Condition,

Aftermarket Lights, Brand New Battery, New Tires,

Electric And Kick Start And Runs Like New. Garage Kept.

Comes With Kids Racing Boots & Gloves.A $1600 Value

For $900 FIRM“A REAL MUST SEE”,

Moving, Must Sell!Call Randy

508-765-5097

2004 Honda Foreman

Rubicon 500cc“very low miles and hours”

must sell. baby on the way!!! used 25 times tops. $5000 or

best offer.Call (860)315-7167

745 RECREATIONALVEHICLES

2007 Yamaha Raptor 700R

Fuel Injection, Electric Start, One Owner. Very, Very Clean.

Turn Key And Ride.$5000

508-769-9073

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS

10 Foot TravelTrailer

Excellent Condition, Heater, A/C, Microwave, DVD, TV, Refrigerator, Sink, Stove.

Sleeps 4-6.$3000

860-974-0742

1985 WildernessCamper

Sleeps 6, Very GoodCondition

All Original Paperwork,Lots of New Parts.$3000 or best offer

860-774-0100

1989 24’ TerryTravel Trailer

Excellent Condition, NewBattery, Tires, & More.Receiver & Sway BarsIncluded. Must See To

Appreciate.$3400 or best offer.

508-885-6215

1990 NomadIn Campground

Sleeps 6, Screen & Rain Room On Deck, New

Plastic Shed, 3-Burner Gas Grill, Deck Funriture, Or Towable With P/Jack.

Many ExtrasBest Offer!

413-433-1479

1995 Allegro Bay28 foot diesel RV, 15,000 miles (original) sleeps 5,

$24,000.Call (860)774-4331

1997 24’Dutchman Pop-Up

CamperModel 1007

Sleeps 6Great Condition. Heat,

Refrigerator, Stove, Etc.$2700

413-537-0619

1998 American Star 5th Wheel 34’

Electric Jacks, LargeSlide-Out In Living

Room/Dinette Area. Queen Bed, Bathroom Tub &

Shower Enclosed.27” Color TV.

Excellent Condition$12,000 OBO508-943-2572


1998 Lance Squire 9800

Truck Camper11’ 3” A/C, electric jacks, 3

burner stove/oven, sleeps 5, 30 gallon propane tank,generator ready. Full dry

bath, solar panel, 2 awnings, double sinks.

$6800Call Mike (508)949-9174

2001 7000 lb Car Trailer

Made by CarMate. Asking $1800.

Leather Sofa and Love Seat

Black. Paid $1000,asking $500.

Treadmill by Sportcrafthas cupholder, $250.

2 Dog Pens$50 for both.

Call (860)774-3989 or (860)617-1371

2001 Fleetwood Elkhorn Truck

CamperLike new, used only a few times. Fits 6’ truck bed.

Queen, sleeps 4, allamenities, asking $8,700.

Must see! Truck alsoavailable.

Call (508)892-8861

2001“Woodland Park”Beautiful Custom Design,

40’ Park Model Trailer.Sliding Glass DoorEntrance, Full Bath,

3 Slide-Outs, Sleeps 8Central Air

Winter Insulation PackagePaid $47,000 New.

Asking $29,995 OBO617-524-6220

2002 12x40 Park Model RV

(like brand new) on beautiful lot in campground can be

used for a full 6 months (15 April-15 October every year)

Lot paid for until 2097.$48,000

Call Don (508)344-9499

2002 Citation 31Ft. Travel

Trailer$12,999

One owner, kept on site,nice camper, includes back

ladder, spare tire,awning, electric jack, sleeps

6, lots of storage, hugebathroom, queen bed, 1 large

slide-out in living room &dinette area. Pictures onwww.breezybendrv.com

Call (508)987-1519 for more details


Aut motive750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS

2004 29’Springdale

Travel TrailerSuper slide, A/C, sleeps 6,

like new, $13,500.Call (860)753-0185

2004 Sunliner T2199

Stable Jack, Patio Awning, Furnace, AM/FM/CD Player, Spare Tire, Outside Shower, Monitor Panel, Skylight, TV

Antenna, A/C, EnclosedBathroom, Shower.

Unit Like New, Very Clean!$8995

860-774-2984

2005 Fleetwood PaceArrow 37A

Motorhome18K miles, loaded, no

pets/smokers. Two slide outs, tv’s A/C’s & furnaces. Electric awning & levelers, workhorse 8.1L Vortec w/5

speed, lots of extras.Low $90’s.

Call (508)885-4727

2006 Big Horn Camper

3200RL, 35ft Fifth Wheel. Two Slides, King SizedBed, Fireplace, Lots Of

Storage, Generator.Like New!

$34,000 OBO860-774-4620

2006 Camp Out Truck CapGray, 6ft with sliding front window & side windows &

locking back window. Used 2 months, brand new. Stored in heated garage. Fits 2005

Ford F-350 Truck Super Cab. $1100.

(508)729-91772006 THULE TRAILER

(6’ x 12’ Enclosed)Aluminum, Dual Axle,

GVW 6000 lbs.Model #C65X12238200,

Under 200 Miles.$5250

Mike 860-935-0072


2007 Starcraft Pop-Up CamperSleeps 6, In Great Shape.

Has Furnace, Stove, 3-Way Refrigerator, Sink, Awning,

Outdoor Shower,Ample Storage Space,And Electric Hookup.

Asking $6000508-885-4762774-535-2014

32 Foot 2004 RVOn Waterfront

LotOn 1 1/2 Mile Lake,In Beautiful Resort

CampgroundREDUCED FORQUICK SALE!!!

$34,999508-989-8165

33’ Travel TrailerCurrently On-Site In Park

(Woodstock, CT)Furnished, 12’x32’ Screen Porch, Corner Lot, Shed.

Park Features: FamilyActivities, Pool, Inexpensive

& Comfortable Living.Park Is Open April-October.

$35,000(Includes Lot)860-923-2549352-314-0003

35’ Park Model Trailer

Fully equipped, furnished with 10’x35’ attached

enclosed room. Heated, A/C, friendly neighbors, large

field, family activities, access to new built in pool,

inexpensive comfortableliving, located in Woodstock

CT. Park open April-Oct. $25,000 includes lot. 2009

assessment and the R.E. Tax (508)278-7616 or

(508)450-0689

Coleman NiagraPop-Up

Great Condition! Heat,Inside/Outside Stoves,

Slide-Out Dinette,Refrigerator, Inside/Outside

Shower, Toilet, Lots OfStorage. Sleeps 6-8.

Asking $6800508-248-5620


Gulfstream B Touring Cruiser

2004Full Bath, Twin Beds, Slide. Exceptional Unit, 12MPG

$32,900 OBO

2007 ScooterBy Redstreak50cc TURBO With

Luggage Rack$1050

Call (508)476-9885

Motor Home2005 Dutch Star (Newmar)

38’9”, Like New, 24,600 Miles. 370 Cummins Diesel Pusher, Spartan Chassis,4 Slides, 7.5 Onan DieselGenerator. Silver-Plum.

$134,000 OBOCall 860-608-2967

VanMotor Home

19 Feet, Has Hot & ColdWater, Full Bath. 16 MPG

(City), 19 MPG (Highway).Heater w/Thermostat,Registered & Insured.Appraised At $6,500

$4195 OBO508-754-2323

Wells, Maine2005 40’ Breckenridge

Park Model HomeEnclosed Room Addition,

Plus Screen Room & Deck.Double Loft, Sleeps 10.

Fully Furnished &Landscaped.

Meadow Ledge ResortMay-October

$70,500508-278-6123

760 VANS/TRUCKS

1989 Chevy 1500 Short bed Z71 off road.

$1500 or best offer.Call (774)280-2480

760 VANS/TRUCKS

1969 GMC Pick-Up6ft Stepside, 350 V8 4 bolt main, chrome stacks, three

on the tree headers,edelbrock, much more.

Call for details,(860)963-1000. Leave

message

1982 Chevy C10 Silverado

350 Motor, PartiallyRestored. Needs Carburetor.

$500 OBOCall Sam

774-318-1121

1985 Ford F-600 Box Truck

low miles, runs good, needs some new brake lines. $1000

or best offer.Call (508)922-3936

1990 Chevy S104-Cylinder, 50k Original

Miles, 5-Speed, Red.Amazing Condition

$2000 FirmCall 860-928-0395

1992 GMCDiesel TruckUPS Truck-Style,

Aluminum Grumman Body, Shelves. Rebuilt

Transmission/Motor,New Fuel Tank, Radiator,

Steering Box. Dual Wheels,11’ Area Behind Seats

Excellent Condition14,100GVWR

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

1994 Chevy 3/4 Ton

350 V8, 2WD, excellentcondition, 190k miles, new

tires, recent brakes andtuneup. $3000.

Call (774)272-1192

97 DodgeConversion Van

Excellent Shape$4700

Or Best OfferCall After 5pm Or

Weekends860-917-7381

760 VANS/TRUCKS

1994 Ford F150XLT 4x4 Xtracab

PickupLooks Good, RunsExcellent! V8, PW,

PL, Cruise, 5-Speed,Cold A/C.

$2,900 OBO

2003 HondaTRX250 EX ATV

Runs Great! Looks Great!$2100 OBO

860-634-0581

1996 ChevyK3500 Pickup

6.5 Diesel, Auto, 4x4, 8’ Bed, 149k. New Batteries, Tires, Front-End Bushings, Brake

Lines, Bedliner, Fuel Tank/Pump/Lines, Engine

Cooler Lines, Clean.$9000

860-779-2568

1996 Ford E-2503/4 Ton Heavy Duty,Extended Utility Van.

75k Miles On Engine,186k Original Miles.

Well Maintained. A/C,Tool Shelves. Great For

Floor Coverings!$2100

Call Mike508-269-2420

1996 Town & Country LXI Van

240k Miles, Recent Sticker& Tires. Needs Exhaust.

$900 OBOCall 508-943-3812Or 508-259-9403

1997 Chevy TahoeBeautiful Maroon & GreyAll Major Parts Replaced, Good Tires, High Miles,

Leather.Wife Got Another Car.$2500 Cash Takes It!

Runs Strong508-615-2540

1998 Nissan Frontier Pickup4 cylinder auto, bedliner,

$4700.Call (508)499-6748

760 VANS/TRUCKS

1997 DodgeDakota Sport 4x4

Power everything, 122K miles, looks good, runs good. Rhino spray on

bedliner.Asking $4000.

Call (508)867-3741

1997 Ford F-250 Diesel 4x4 Dump

TruckNew Brakes, Rebuilt

Transmission, New Tires. Needs Primer On Dump.

$8500 OBO

1991 Dodge Dakota Xtra-Cab PickupNew Brakes & Hubs,

Needs Electrical Work.$500 OBO

508-347-9865

1999 Ford Ranger

5 speed, 2WD, 181K miles,bedliner, ladder racks,

alloy wheels,PRICE REDUCED

$1,800 OBOCall (860)779-0818

1999 Ford RangerExtended Cab Pickup

V6, 4.0L131,780 Miles. RecentTuneup, Tires, Brakes.

Runs Well.$3500

(Book Value $6000+)860-923-1848

2001 GMC Sierra Turbo Diesel 4x4

Pick Up94,000 miles, loaded,

leather, $15,500.Call (860)753-0185 or

(860)779-1886 evenings

2002 FORD F-1504-door King Cab, extra clean.

75,000 miles. 2 WD. $8500.00 firm.

Call 508-243-2157

760 VANS/TRUCKS

2002 GMC Safari4.3L, AWD/ABS/Cruise, New Tires, Seats 8, Fr.

Green, Clean$8000

860-963-7484

2003 ChevyVenture

75K miles, in very goodcondition. Asking $6000 or

best offer.Call Tatyana,

(508)949-6082

2003 FordRanger XLT

Long bed with liner, 3.0 liter v-6, 5 speed auto, 26k ,

excellent condition. $8900. Call (860)963-7458

2003 Isuzu NPU 16 ft Box TruckV8 automatic transmission,

power steering, power brakes. Runs great, very clean, 10 ft loading ramp.

$10,000.Call (774)230-1437

2003 Silverado 2500 HD

Crew cab, 6.0, auto, 4x4, grey, loaded, leather,

tonneau, chrome step, tow package, excellent condition.

Call (978)697-0706

2005 Ford F3504x4 Crew Cab XLT

6.0L V-8 DieselExcellent ConditionLoaded - Including

FX4 Package.58k Miles$27,000

Call 508-885-9371

Truck CapWhite Fiberglass, With

Sliding Windows, Tinted Glass, Cargo Rack.

4 Years Old, Fits ‘97-’03F-150 Extended Cab (6’ Bed).

Asking $500508-736-3114

765 HEAVY EQUIPMENT

CAT D8HBulldozer

Cable Blade - Power ShiftRuns Good

$12,000(860)928-3477

767 VEHICLES WANTED

$ROSS RECYCLING

We Pay More!!

All Scrap Metals,Cars, Trucks

Batteries,Copper Wire,Appliances...

64 Tucker Hill Rd.Putnam, CT 06260

860-928-7165

High-top Mini WheelchairVan Needed

In excellent runningcondition with fully

automatic wheel chair lift and closing doors.

Please leave message(508)764-2807

Lincoln Town Car Wanted

2002 Or NEWERChuck Gander508-335-1153

VEHICLES FOR PARTS

1987 Chevy 3/4Ton Pickup

Had Fire In EngineCompartment. Had

Rebuilt 350 Engine, AutoTransmission, And

Transfer Case.Heavy-Duty Leafs On

Rear-End. Reese Hitch,Fisher Plow-Frame, New

Exhaust, Ladder Rack(860)428-3478

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