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Quotes Of The Week 8-29-11
— Aesop quotations: ~ “In critical moments even the very powerful have need of the weakest.” ~ “Persuasion is often more effectual than force.” ~ “It is easy to be…
Facts of the Week 8-29-11
~ Pollen never deteriorates. It is one of the few natural substances that lasts indefinitely. ~ Redheads require more anesthesia to ‘go under’ than other hair colors do. ~ Rudyard…
Poem of the Week 8-29-11
Squash in Blossom By Robert Francis How lush, how loose, the uninhibited squash is. If ever hearts (and these immoderate leaves Are vegetable hearts) were worn on sleeves, The squash’s…
Jokes Of The Week 8-29-11
The following questions from lawyers were taken from official court records nationwide. 1. Was that the same nose you broke as a child? 2. Now, doctor, isn’t it true that…
Lord Bennett’s Restaurant,Bandon, Oregon
Renowned architect, Richard Snapp, designed this smart ‘contemporary beach’ style edifice to accommodate the unparalleled panoramic 160 degree Pacific Ocean view. Majestic and craggy rock formations (aka ‘sea stacks’) including…
Ask “Government George” 8-29-11
Question: Dear Government George, how do I register to vote? Answer: To register to vote, you must pick up a voter registration form at your county elections office, library, or…
From the Sidelines 8-29-11
By Irving Leemon, Contributing Columnist There are two standards in or society, one for the rich, and one for the rest of us. A group of homeowners in an area…
Hijackers Use False Protection Claims to Lure Online Shoppers
The FBI today is warning the public that online vehicle shoppers are being victimized by fraudulent vehicle sales and false claims of vehicle protection programs (VPP). In fraudulent vehicle sales,…
The Automat Diners
By Lane M. Sherman, Contributing Columnist Recently as I was enoying dinner at one of my favorite restaurants, Black Angus, along with Jean Strauber, Travel and Entertainment Editor of the…
A Weekend at the Pala Casino and Resort
By Jean Strauber, Travel Editor Recently I was invited to visit Temecula for a “Taste of Temecula,” a sampling of some of their fine restaurants. As it had been several…