Toejoe... More than a New Castle ‘!xture’. More than a familiar face or a man on “my new bike”, he was the spirit of friendship. Willing, without hesitation to help his fellow man and the community he so loved. Wilmer A. "Toejoe" Roberts Jr. Services will be Tuesday, August 13th at  Bethany UAME Church on 5th & Williams Street, New Castle.

9 to 11:45 am. Friends can pay their respects at the Good Will Fire Hall. (more details on our Facebook page as received)http://www.ewsmithfs.com/book-of-memories/1645391/Roberts-Wilmer/index.php

What Happens Between The

IS ON EVERYONE’S LIPSTidbits  Overheard...Didjanos...All  The  Buzzzzz!

Look for ► to websitesVol.4 No.22 Cobblestones Library August 11, 2013

811 Presidential Joke Day Son and

Daughter Day Alex Haley*92 (1992), “Roots” author, Mike Douglas*88 (2006), Jerry Falwell*80 (2007),

Stephen Wozniak-63, Hulk Hogan-60, Joe Jackson-58 A patent for the sprinkler

head was given to Harry S. Parmelee. 1874, Harvey Hubbell received a patent for the electric light bulb socket with a pull-chain. 1896, The Arapahoe became the first ship to ever use the

SOS distress signal off the coast of Cape Hatteras. 1906, Benjamin F. White became the

first four-time winner of the Hambletonian. White rode Volo Song to the win in a field of 11 racehorses. 1943, The Beatles begin their last US concert tour. (John Lennon apologized for boasting that the Beatles were more popular than Jesus Christ). 1966

812 Middle Child's Day Vinyl Record Day James B. ”Diamond Jim” Brady*157 (1917), Cecil B. DeMille*132 (1959), Buck Owens*84 (2006), George Soros-83, George Hamilton-74, Pete Sampras-42 Disinfectant was used for the first time during surgery by Joseph Lister. 1865, Thomas Edison invented the phonograph and made the first sound recording. 1877, US annexes Hawaii. 1898, “The Wizard of Oz” premiered in Oconomowoc, WI. 1939, For the 10th time in his major-league baseball career, Mickey Mantle hit home runs from both the left and ride sides of the plate in the same game — setting a new baseball record. Would we call this ‘am-bat-extrous’? 1964

813 Chinese Valentine's Day/Daughter's Day Left Hander's Day Annie Oakley*153 (1926), Alfred Hitchcock*114 (1980), Ben Hogan*102 (1997), Don Ho*83 (2007), Dan Fogelberg*62 (2007) French revolutionaries took the entire French royal family and imprisoned them. 1792, A patent for a coin-operated telephone was issued to William Gray. 1889, The first experimental radio license was issued to St. Joseph's

College. 1912, The first roller derby match was held in Chicago. 1935, The original version of “Hound Dog” was recorded by Willie Mae (Big Mama) Thornton. 1952

814 Natl Navajo Code Talkers Day Natl Creamsicle Day V-J Day David Crosby-72, Robyn Smith-69, Steve Martin-68, Susan St. James-67, Danielle Steel-66, Gary Larson-63,Ervin (Magic) Johnson-54, Sarah Brightman-53, Halle Berry-45 Daniel Boone married 16-year-old Rebecca Bryan. 1756, “Field and Stream” published its first issue. 1873, Japan surrenders, ending World War II. The official ratification of the surrender didn’t take place until September 2, in Tokyo Bay aboard the “USS Missouri”.1945, Mildred ‘Babe’ Didrikson Zaharias turned golfing professional in order to accept $300,000 for a series of golf movies. 1947, IBM released PC-DOS v3.0 for PC/AT (with network support). Remember those AT machines? A 286 processor, 20–30meg hard drive and 256k/512k RAM for somewhere between $6000 and $9000. Ah yes, those were the days. 1984

815 Relaxation Day Napoleon Bonaparte*244 (1821), Sir Walter Scott*242 (1832), Ethel Barrymore*134 (1959), Julia Child*101 (2004), Mike Connors-88, Gene Upshaw*68 (2008), Debra Messing-45, Ben Affleck-41 Edison wrote that when answering the telephone “hello” would be a more appropriate greeting than “ahoy,” as suggested by A.G. Bell. 1877, Crisco was introduced by Procter & Gamble. 1911, The

Panama Canal is opened. 1914, Will Rogers and Wiley Post were killed in an airplane crash in near Point Barrow, AK. 1935, The Woodstock Music and Art Fair opened. 1969

816 Natl Tell a Joke Day Men’s Grooming Day T. E. Lawrence*125 (1935) (Lawrence of

Arabia), George Meany*119 (1980), Menachem Begin*100 (1992), Ann Blyth-85, Frank Gifford-83, Eydie Gorme-81, Kathie Lee Gifford-60, James Cameron-59, Madonna-55, Timothy Hutton-53 Detroit fell to Indian and British troops in the War of 1812.

Gold is discovered in the Klondike. 1896, Sports Illustrated was published for the first time. 1954; also that year Comedian Jack Paar replaced Walter Cronkite as host of “The Morning Show” on CBS-TV. Cronkite came back as host in October.

817 Natl Thriftshop Day Natl Meaning of Is Day Davy Crockett*227 (1836), Samuel Goldwyn*131 (1974), Mae West*121 (1980), Maureen O'Hara-93, Robert De Niro-70, Belinda Carlisle-55, lead vocalist of the Go-Go's, Sean Penn-53 Fulton’s Folly, the “Clermont” (although it wasn’t named at the time), made its first journey between Albany, and New York City. The 150-mile journey. The trip took 32 hours. 1807, Solyman Merrick patented the wrench. 1835, A hot air balloon was used to carry mail for the first time. John Wise left Lafayette, IN, for New York City with 100 letters. He had to land after only 27 miles. 1859, Charles F. Kettering of Detroit, patented the electric, automobile self-starter. 1915, Construction is started on the Berlin Wall. 1961

Community Update Briefingin New Castle WEDNESDAY

The National Park Service invites all to a Community Update Briefing on Aug. 14th, 7pm in the Court Room of the Old Court House Museum. The topic of the briefing will be the status of First State National Monument. Superintendent Russ Smith will be on hand to brief local residents about the park, discuss the park’s

future outlook, and to answer questions

8/4 Pocono KASEY KAHNE8/11 Watkins Glen ESPN 1PM8/18 Michigan ESPN 1PM8/24 Bristol ABC 7:30 PM9/1 Atlanta ESPN 7:30 PM

►NASCAR Sprint C.

Comcast FiOSCSN 35 847 76 576TCN 8 846FOX 9 805 13 513PHL 7 807 17 517MLB 859 86 586

Date Opponent Time Broadcast Sun, 8/11 at Nationals 5:05p PHL 17, MLB.TVMon, 8/12 at Braves 7:10p CSN, MLB.TVTue, 8/13 at Braves 7:10p CSN, MLB.TVWed, 8/14 at Braves 7:10p CSN, MLB.TVFri, 8/16 Dodgers 7:05p PHL 17, MLB.TVSat, 8/17 Dodgers 7:05p CSN, MLBN, MLB.TVSun, 8/18 Dodgers 1:35p PHL 17, TBS, MLB.TV

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& R e s t a u r a n t • R i v e r P l a z a , N e w C a s t l e • 3 0 2 - 3 2 2 - 3 3 3 0

5 bigHi DefTVs

Enjoy specials every day as you

catch every play atYour favorite watering hole!

Our famous PIZZA WINGS SALADS PASTA

Catch it all this season inNew Castle’s favorite dugout!

New Castle’sSports Center

Cobblestone Reminders See the New Castle Weekly for Full Schedules

Tues. 8/13 City Council Mtg. 7pmThurs. 8/15 Historic Area Commission Mtg. 5pm

Mon. 8/26 Planning Commission Mtg. 6:30pmMon. 9/2 Tree Commission Mtg. 5:30pm▶ http://newcastlecity.delaware.gov/Birthday or Anniversary approaching?

Tell The Teditor flytedb13@comcast.net

Happy Cobblestone BirthdayFri. 8/16

Pat Gibbs ☺ Eric Ziminsky ☺ Mark LearyLaura Kontowski

Belated 22nd AnniversaryThurs. 8’1 Marianne & Bob

The New Castle City Police are inviting citizens to attend a community meeting at the New Castle Police Station on Monday, August 19th at 7 PM to

address questions and/or concerns about the recent burglaries that have occurred within the City of New Castle. Please contact the New Castle Police with any questions or concerns at

302-322-9800 or 302-573-2800

Community Meeting

August 24 Paranormal Investigations

Sept. 7 Wharf Dance

Sept. 28 Art on the Green

Battery Park Walking Tours

resume in SeptemberOct. 5

River Towns Ride & Festival Oct. 26

St. Ann’s Guild Attic Treasures Fall Sale

Join Immanuel parishioners

for their next Movie Discussion Night 6pm, at the home of Tom and Dianne Meyers, 245 Manchester Way in Middletown.

The film to watch before you come is "As It Is In Heaven" (2004, Swedish).

A famous international conductor returns to his small childhood village. Can you ever really return home? Find out by watching the movie, then join us for discussion. Please bring a dish to share

and come ready to talk about the social and religious questions raised by the story and the values it highlights.

Contact Glenn Rill or Suzanne Souder (302/322-1692) for directions or if you want to join a carpool as either rider or driver.

“Where Friends Gather”

► New Castle Senior Center

MON TUES WED THU FRI9-3 Billiards9 Pool Exercise9:30 Park Walk9:30 Wii Bowling10 Crafty Seniors12 Lunch12:30 Mah Jongg 1 Chair Yoga

9-3 Billiards9:30 Shanghai10 Bingo 12 Lunch12:45 Bingo1 Strength Building/Exercise

9-3 Billiards9:30 Park Walk11 Line Dancing12 Lunch1:30 Tai Chi

9-7 Billiards9:30 Wii Bowling9:30 Shanghai 9:30 Bridge10 Games w/Tom12 Lunch 12:30 Super Market1 Zumba Gold2 Qi Gong/Tai Chi5:30 Yoga5:30 Bible Study

9-3 Billiards9:30 Park Walk9:30 Knit/ Crochet10 Wii Bowling10 Bingo10 Mah Jongg 10:30 Beginner’s/ Arthritis Exercise12 Lunch

424 Delaware St, New Castle, DE 19720 302-328-1995

► www.nccdelib.org/newcastle

•prior registration required

the New Castlelibrary

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Mon 8/12 9:45 Wii Bowling League Meeting 10:45 Lunch out-Woody’s Tues 8/13 9:30 Brain Boosters 10 Wii Exercise Wed 8/14 10 RSVP Care Wear 10:15 “Forever Plaid” Thurs 8/15 10 Wii Exercise 12:30 Food Lion

Fri 8/16 10 Dog Day Bingo

8/12 JOB CENTER/10A-1P PAWS*/7 PM8/13 Sew Happy Group 10:30 AM-3 PM 8/14 TEENS: SHARK WEEK PARTY/2PM Ladies’ Night Out Book Group//7 PM Pale Demon 8/15 ADULTS: WHAT I’M READING NOW/3PM THE USUAL SUSPECTS/5:30PM GED Prep in SPAN/6P Knit 1/Crochet2/7P 8/17 SUMMER READING CLUBS END/5PM

Mon 10-9 Tues 10-9 Wed 2:-9 Thurs 2-9 Fri 10-5 Sat 10-5 Sun Closed

206  Delaware  Street  w  New  Castle,  De  w  302-322-6334  w  pennsplace.net

AND...back by popular demand this summer…

“Fearless Improv Comedy Troupe”

Fri., August 23rdI promise...they will makeyou laugh until you cry!!! 

You Missed Again!

qGarden of the WeekB

It is a big mistake not to plant a few dahlias. !is beauty was taken last week at Immanuel On the Green. !is Dahlia is

known as a “Dinner Plate Dahlia”. Its name is “Moonrise”. It measures 10 inches and  stands 4 foot tall. There are presently 3 flowers on this one plant. There are others. It is worth stopping by to see it on the Academy side of the cemetery wall.

Tom

Speedy recovery wishes toCobble Bob Poskitt

The Muse is it has been

standing room only

Talent Show and Ice Cream Social

The Grand Finale to the 2013 Summer Reading Club, our always popular Talent Show was last week. Pictured one performer at the keyboard.

A U G U S Tat Our Senior Centerat Our Senior Center

August 18th is National Thrift Shop Day

"I Love Thrifting" shirts on sale in all of our locations. They are $12 and the proceeds go to

support the Ted Van Name Scholarship fund.Goodwill of Delaware is in the final year of a three-year $1.5 million fund raising campaign to create an educational scholarship fund, known as the Ted Van Name Goodwill Scholarship Fund. By participating in the

2013 Goodwill Golf Outingyou will help us provide assistance to those in need to start or re-start their education

and move closer to self-sufficiency.Thurs., September 19th 11 am - 6 pm Cavaliers Country Club

Contact Colleen McCardle cmccardle@goodwillde.org302.504.5736

gather together...8 peaches, peeled and sliced, about 6 to 8 c.s¼ c. bourbon3/4 c. sugar, divided, plus more for dusting2 tbsps cornstarch1 tsp ground cinnamon1½ c.s all-purpose flour2 tsps baking powder½ tsp kosher salt12 tbsps (1½ sticks) cold unsalted butter, plus 2 tbsps for skilletHeavy cream, plus more for brushing

make it happen...Heat your oven to 375ºIn a large bowl add the peaches, bourbon, ¼ c. sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon and mix well to coat the peaches evenly; set aside.Prepare the dumplings: Into food processor add the flour, 1/2 c. sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut 12 tbsps (1½ sticks) butter into small pieces. Add it to the flour mixture and pulse until the mixture looks like wet sand. Mix just until the dough comes together. Don't overwork; the dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.In a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium-low heat, melt the remaining 2 tbsps butter. Add the peaches and cook gently until heated through, about 5 minutes. Drop the dough by tbsp fulls over the warm peaches. There can be gaps, the dough will puff up and spread out as it bakes. Brush the top with some heavy cream and sprinkle with some sugar; put it into the oven on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Cook for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is browned and the fruit is bubbling. Recipe courtesy Tyler Florence

1 orange1/4 c. sugar

1/4 c. water1 pint strawberries4 oz rum and of course Ice

"This delicious frozen treat made with fresh

strawberries and oranges will keep your thirst at bay all summer long."

Using a vegetable peeler or zester, remove the zest of the orange, taking care to leave the pith behind.

In a small saucepan over medium heat whisk together the sugar with 1/4 cup water and the orange zest. Bring to a simmer and remove

from heat. Cool to room temperature. Strain to remove orange zest.Reserve 4 strawberries for garnish and remove the hulls and roughly

chop the remainder. Add the strawberries with the juice of the orange to a blender and fill with ice. Add the cooled orange simple syrup and

blend until smooth. Add the rum, if desired, and blend. Pour into glasses and garnish with reserved strawberries.

Road ClosureRoute 40/Bear Until August 26th U.S. Route 40/Pulaski Highway between Route 72 and Route 7 (Bear) (Norfolk Southern Railroad)

The crossings will be closed 7:30 p.m. on Friday, August 9 until 5

a.m. on Monday, August 26 for the replacement of the railroad crossings.

▶DelDOT Travel Restrictions

another

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BELLANCA AIRFIELD HANGAR

and theDELAWARE AVIATION

HALL OF FAMEAug 24,

Sept 14 & 28, Oct 12 & 26From 11am to 3 pm. Free admission (donations welcome)Rt. 273 & Centerpoint Blvd. New Castle, De

1 Mile East Of The New Castle Farmers Market (Route 13)And 1 Mile West From The Old Court House - Next To Amazon

For information and group visits call (302) 762-9057 or (302) 999-8623

Visit our web site atwww.friendsofbellanca.org

Join Us On Facebook At: Friends Of Bellanca Airfield

Zoup4715 Kirkwood Highway in theMidway Shopping Center

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Michelle and Mike were officially on vacation for the ten days!!! “Whoot Whoot!” reported Michelle. 1st stop-Minnesota, 2nd stop-Glacier National Park, Montana,

with the final destination being Seattle Washington. What an adventure!

Cascade canyons Grand TetonsLinda out yonder

A rare fisheye view

A trip to

delightedKyrie and TJ

as Cheri and Tami were kept busy taking pictures and

keeping track of what’s next!

TheRatchfor’sWesrwardTouring

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Some are weatherwise, some are otherwise.

h m ft cm➨ Reedy Point Tides

410  Del.  St.  ~  New  Castle,  DE  

 Reservations  302.757.1074

Caroline’sCaroline’salways Friendly, Delicious and serving what you want!

Tue - Thu: 8 am - 4 pm

Fri: 8 am - 4 pm • 6 pm - 9 pm

Sat: 8 am - 4 pm

The only thing missing...is you!

Let  The  Dempsey’s  Do  It!

Make your reservations For Friday Night!

Cool off by stopping in for a relaxing breakfast or lunch from Omelets to Homemade Baked Goodies to start the day

- to Signature Sandwiches . Ever had a Salad on a Slice?

Full menu at: ➔ Caroline’s Menu

Don’t miss out on Friday’s Dinner Special, but call first!

11 ☼ 6:11am ☾ 8:05pm12 ☼ 6:12am ☾ 8:03pm13 ☼ 6:12am ☾ 8:02pm14 ☼ 6:13am ☾ 8:01pm

First Qtr: 6:57am15 ☼ 6:14am ☾ 7:59pm16 ☼ 6:15am ☾ 7:58pm17 ☼ 6:16am ☾ 7:57pm

Cobble Heather shares another iPhone iWonder.

Before she hits the big time, you can say “I saw her early works in the Cobblestones”.

If you look closely, in the distance you can see a �#�lookouttower� that's from World War II — at

Cape Henlopen State Park.

August 14 / 6:30 pm Richard Ray Farrell; Classic blues vocals, with Michael Kerting on drums, and local favorite Jimmy Pritchard on bass // NEW THIS YEAR

August Concerts in Battery ParkTaverns, Taprooms and Tippling Houses.Ongoing at the Old Library Museum, explores the history of drinking establishments – both legal and illegal – in New Castle since the 17th century. At the Old Library Museum, Weekends (excluding holidays),

40 E. 3rd Street, 1pm to 4pm Free.

You may have seen Lucky on a stroll along South Street.

Lucky has a neurological problem from a fall 6 years

ago. He needs a larger cart as the present one is rubbing his

sides. He has medicine he takes for his condition. I could use help with the vet bill and

in getting a new cart.Lucky can be seen walking down South St. in his cart. Donations can be sent to:.

Anna Harris527 South St. New Castleannaharris324@gmail.com

Can you help Lucky?

The bestin dining out

is right here in battery park!

TheFinale!

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©2013 Swizzle Stick Pressflytedb13@comcast.net

TGJ, Editor PHILLIES PHINISHED

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Cobble Ellie continues her visit with son Jon & Bride

Tamara getting to know her new granddaughter Anna Eleanor. A short trip to the

North Sea is planned.

Old New Castle 2-Bedroom Apt. in

2-Family Home, Private Entrance, Washer/Dryer, Heat/HW Supplied,

No Smoking/Pets. References & 1 Month’s Security Deposit Req’d.

$950/Mo.Call 302.328.7844.

$2 Cs Lg$3 S’s S D

$5 M Ms$5 B B M$5 Bg $6 Wgs

Sunday Specials

Nora says...Call ahead for pick up for the office!

Salads $4.99-$12.99, Soups $2.99-$5.99, and PoBoys and Wraps are $7.99-$12.99.

VOTE 4 US

playing guitar and harmonica

SATAug17th8pm

Richard Ray Ferrell

Do you need even more incentive to roll up your sleeve and give blood?

Here it is!

I want all my friends and family to

watch this, in case I need you.  I've

watched it - in case you need

me.  You could very well save the life of a friend or loved one.  Someone you share this video with might save your life!

► http://ahsc.arizona.edu/node/730

Sarver Heart Center

Hours: 10-4pm Admission: $7Discount Admission ►http://www.dfshows.com/

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P R O C E E D S   B E N E F I T

New Castle Senior Center & New Castle Historical Society

tickets only per

person

cashbarcashbar

available atTraders Cove • New Castle Historical Society • New Castle Senior Center

To purchase tickets, click Wharf Dance Tickets or 302-322-2794

M i k e C o n n o l l y 3 0 2 - 3 2 2 - 2 7 9 4Make Checks Payable to: NCHS Wharf Dance

Additional Information Call:K a t Z a n e 3 0 2 - 3 2 5 - 2 4 1 9

Lew’s put down his mail bagTo  Put  Down  Some

GREAT MUSIC!

Rain PlaceNC Senior Center

400 South Street

Bring YourBasket

wharfnew castle dance

danceunderthe starsdanceunderthe stars

7 to 11

wharf gatingWE ARE

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