SERVING CARBON, COLUMBIA, LUZERNE, MONROE & SCHUYLKILL COUNTIES EE FR Established TThhee FFrreeeellaanndd PPrrooggrreessss October 2013 A P R I L 2 0 1 8 • V O L U M E 5 • I S S U E 4 Freeland EMTs Recognized What a Great Day for the Sons of Erin for Their Service St. Patrick’s Day Parade! Photos By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress

Hazleton Police Chief Jerry Speziale joined Freeland Police Officer Scott Michalesko as he lead the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade up Center Street on Saturday, March 17th. State Representative Gerald Mullery presented citations from the House of Representatives of Pennsylvania to John Budda and Mary Beth Gallagher in recognition of their 41 years of dedicated and distinguished service as an Emergency Medical Technician with the Freeland/Northside Community Ambulance. Photo By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress

American Legion Post 473 provided the Color Guard for the parade.

7 year old Reece Assad of Freeland has the right idea. State Representative Gerald Mullery waved as he marched Happy Spring! along the parade route. PROMOTING LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES & EVENTS AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE IN • Albrightsville • Conyngham • Jim Thorpe • Mountaintop • Tamaqua • Bear Creek • Drums • Lake Harmony • Mount Pocono • Trescow • Beaver Meadows • Freeland • Lehighton • Nescopeck • Weatherly • Berwick • Hazleton • Long Pond • Pocono Pines • West Hazleton • Blakeslee • Hometown • McAdoo • Sugarloaf • White Haven THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 1 To submit an article/event/ad/photo to “The Freeland Progress” please contact The Freeland Progress Shari Roberts Editor/Publisher/Sales...... (570) 401-1798 [email protected] Letter from the Editor Ron Harkins Is it ever going to be Spring? As I sit and write this, it is Sales / Writer ...... (570) 751-3287 snowing AGAIN! Another snow day for the kids, and a work at home day for me, although I keep getting side tracked. So Mary T. Pagano far I’ve made some swaps for a Girl Scout swap exchange, Contributing Photographer...... (570) 233-1851 made dough for homemade bread (recipe on page 11) and am finally now, working on the “Progress” for a while before Frank Balon “LOVE” I make some homemade Baked Mac & Cheese. I’ll try and Contributing Writer Christian Article finish up more swaps later. Joseph R. Barna Ron Marchetti I enjoy a day cooped up in the house. I can get the Veterans Journal Sports Trivia Treats things done that I normally would not have time to do, but seriously, I hope the warm weather shows up soon. Every Kris Birshell Burt McNamee time the yard melts, it gets covered back up again. Vegetarian Cuisine Contributing Writer Now is the time to start planning for the Spring and Stuart Cameron Mystic Jim Summer. I ended up getting a calendar for my purse to write Home Maintenance Horoscopes, Writer everything on or else I will forget. Between Girl Scout events, Message Eckley events, camping, festivals and such, it is already filling Mary Novotnak & up. I need to pencil in a few days to relax! LeeAnn Davidovich Nick Evancho Fishing season will soon be upon us. I can’t wait. I love Contributing Staff Aerial Photo going fishing. I have great memories of my Dad taking Dale Regina R. Drasher Walt Shubilla and I fishing. One particular trip was out to Community Park. Kid’s Games/Writer/Sales Time Travels / Trivia It was snowing, so Dale and I kept going inside the cabin to warm up by the fire. We were also roasting kielbasi on the Eileen Lambert Lorraine Magula Smith wood fire for a warm treat. Nutritional Tips Poet As always, if you have any ideas, stories, recipes, etc., that you would like to submit for the “Progress”, send me an email Articles that appear in, or are submitted to The Freeland Progress are not a reflection of the opinion of The Freeland Progress. or give me a call. Find Us On Facebook: Shari Roberts [email protected] The Freeland Progress (570) 401-1798

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The Freeland Little League held a spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Saturday, March 3 at St. Michael's Recreation Center. The On Sunday, March 18th, Friends of Camp Louise held a meal prepared by JPaulB Catering consisted of pasta with fundraising event at The Cinema Draft House. The event had marinara (red) or alfredo (white) sauce, meatballs, salad, tricky trays and a 50/50. The featured movie was “A League bread and butter. Working at the dinner were (from left): front of Their Own”. Some of you may remember the movie row: Natalie Houser, Maggie Houser, Owen Houser and Ethan starring Madonna, Geena Davis, Tom Hanks and Rosie O’Donnell. The movie was about the formation of the Yanac. Back row: Andrew Barron, Evan Perkosky and Edward All-American Girls Professional Baseball League which was Yanac. formed because the men were fighting in WWII. Left Photo L to R: Front row: Chase and Ryder Mumie of Freeland. Back row: Chris Mumie with “Salty” Ferguson, an Original Rockford Peach, who was a special guest at the event. Right Photo: Salty’s original Rockford Peach uniform. A Vanishing Art Photo By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress

Coffee, tea, soft drinks and homemade dessert were available.

In mid March, as winter came to a close, this snow sculpture appeared in the empty lot next to the Post Office on Main Street. The artist, who wishes to remain anonymous, referred to his sculptures as "a vanishing art". He creates them simply for people to enjoy and as the weather changes they slowly disappear. In the early part of the month, he sculpted a tribute to the U.S. Marine Corp in the lot across the street from the Post Office, but that quickly vanished as a new layer of snow blanketed the area. We extend our thanks to the artist for A tricky tray raffle was held as part of the fundraiser. sharing his vanishing art with us. THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 3 Four MMI Students Receive Awards in Annual Klapper Memorial Holocaust Essay Contest the winners. Prize-winning entries will be read by the students and prizes will be awarded at the Hazleton Holocaust Community Service on Wednesday, April 11 at 7 p.m. at Beth Israel Temple, 98 North Church Street in Hazleton. Sydney Karpowich is the daughter of Atty. Donald Karpowich and Tracy Gallagher of Sugarloaf. Julia Snyder is the daughter of Dr. Christopher and Dr. Jill Snyder of Sugarloaf. Lucy Butkiewicz is the daughter of Edward and Sheila Butkiewicz of Conyngham. Jakob Narrow is the son of Howard and Marie Narrow of Hazleton. Four MMI Preparatory School students placed in the 23rd annual Israel T. & Mildred Klapper Memorial Holocaust Essay Contest. Pictured are, first row, from About MMI Preparatory School left: Jacob Narrow and Lucy Butkiewicz. Second row: Jennifer Novotney, Adviser; For 138 years, MMI Preparatory Sydney Karpowich, Julia Snyder, and Grete Floryshak, Adviser. School has been providing dedicated (Freeland, PA – March 16, 2018) – Four Grete Floryshak were the faculty area students with a comprehensive and MMI Preparatory School students placed advisers for the competition. inspiring 6th through 12th grade college in the 23rd annual Israel T. & Mildred In June of 1939, a German ocean preparatory program that maximizes Klapper Memorial Holocaust Essay liner carrying nearly 1,000 Jews seeking each individual’s academic, social, and Contest. The contest is sponsored jointly freedom in America was turned away character potential in preparation for by the Hazleton Jewish Community from the port in Miami and forced to success in college and beyond. The Council and the Greater Hazleton return to Europe because of U.S. anti- school is accredited by the Middle States Ministerial Association. immigration policy. More than 25 Association of Colleges and Schools Senior Sydney Karpowich captured percent of those passengers died in the Commissions on Elementary and first place in the High School division Holocaust. For the contest, students had Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS). MMI and senior Julia Snyder placed second. to submit an essay of up to 300 words is a school where every student can reach Eighth grader Lucy Butkiewicz and listing the signs they see that the world is their full potential: academically, seventh grader Jakob Narrow tied for now more/less responsive to human ethically, and socially. For more second place in the Middle School suffering. A panel of judges chosen by information about MMI Preparatory division. MMI English instructor the Greater Hazleton Ministerial School, visit www.mmiprep.org or call Jennifer Novotney and History instructor Association read each essay and selected 570-636-1108.

Thank you to the Freeland Chicken Pluckers for your donation to Girl Scout Cadette Troop 34211! Allie • Amanda • Camryn • Cassandra • Eleni • Julia Angie • Shari

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 4 April 2018 B I Z A R R E & U N I Q U E H O L I D A Y S Easter Sunday 1 April Fool's Day Written by: Lorraine Magula Smith Easter Sunday International Fun at Work Day Easter is the glorious day 2 Children's Book Day On which we celebrate Our Lord’s Resurrection National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day 3 Don't Go to Work Unless it's Fun Day He suffered, died, and rose from the dead World Party Day This selfless deed was accomplished for everyone 4 Hug a Newsman Day School Librarian Day Remember that people of faith come to life this day 5 Go for Broke Day 6 California Poppy Day Because during Lent we sacrificed and prayed National Walk to Work Day All of us wanted to be ready and worthy 6 Sorry Charlie Day To thank Jesus for the price He had paid 7 Caramel Popcorn Day National Beer Day For some, it is just another holiday No Housework Day 8 Zoo Lover's Day Many buy candy, flowers, or a special outfit 9 Name Yourself Day People forget the real reason we celebrate Easter Winston Churchill Day They simply don’t want to believe the true meaning, one bit 10 Golfer's Day National Siblings Day 11 Eight Track Tape Day Some families and friends do celebrate with a special meal Barbershop Quartet Day It is nice to be with loved ones this day National Submarine Day Because Easter is the time that love and forgiveness prevailed 12 Big Wind Day Therefore, we must always thank Jesus when we kneel and pray Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day National Licorice Day Russian Cosmonaut Day April Word Search 13 Blame Someone Else Day APRIL WORD FIND By Regina R. Drasher Friday the 13th National Peach Cobbler Day G E E E G G H M A E R T S G T U O R T H G G E 14 Ex Spouse Day S K G G S I T E G S E G G T I A B G E T E I H 15 Income Taxes Due S O G S M R R G L I C E N S E G U G S N T R O That Sucks Day A J G T I A U O U T A X E S G G N D S O A S O Titanic Remembrance Day R R E E R F O G R G E K E E R C N N R M L N K World Art Day G E G L G F F G E T N U H G G E Y I E G O O C 16 National Eggs Benedict Day N N S O L E G K E E R C E G R A W B W G C I I National Librarian Day I N M I I Y O M H A S H O A G S G O O O O L R Patriot's Day N I R V P G B G L E E R W E G T G R L E H E T 17 Bat Appreciation Day I P O G S P E E P G G M H S E E E O F F C D G Blah, Blah, Blah Day 18 International Juggler's Day A S W E S T R E A M A T E G R R R G G E Y N E 19 National Garlic Day R E L O E G G G E N R G G C R E N I L S S A S 20 Volunteer Recognition Day G O Y Y T R I H T U S G R G D E W G G E P D M 21 Husband Appreciation Day P E D O R A G E O G E O G E G D N O M A I D L Earth Day (U.S.) G G N I H S I F L Y S E G G E G G E H E L G A 22 Girl Scout Leader Day E K A L E V I O G S E G N I R P S G G S U G P 23 Lover's Day G G C E G G E T E K S A B G E Y S I A D T E G 24 Pig in a Blanket Day April Fools Egg (25 times) License Showers 25 Administrative Professionals Day Bait THIRTY E g g H u nt LVinIeOLETS S p inSneTrREAM World Penguin Day BaskeTtROUT F is hi n g LCuRreOSS S p rinFgLY 26 Take Your Daughter to Work Bunny Flowers Mayflowers Stream CandCyHOCOLATE F ly MLoInNthE T ax eGsRASS 27 Arbor Day ChocHolOatOeK F ou r th ( 2 ti m e s) PCaAlmNDs Y T hi rtRyEEL Babe Ruth Day ColorLedU REEgg s G ir af fe PSePeRpIs NG T ric kPALMS 27 Tell a Story Day Creek (2 times) Grass Pilgrims Trout CrossFLOWERS H o ok PFoOleURTH T ul ipRsOD 28 International Astronomy Day DandSelPioInNsNER IR S RPaEinEiPngS V ie t NTaAmX WESar Ends 28 Kiss Your Mate Day DiamRonOdBIN J el ly B e a ns RTeReIl CK V io leBtsAIT 29 National Shrimp Scampi Day Daisy Joke Robin Worms EasteMrONTH L ak e RSoTdREAM Y om D HAaIshSoYa 30 National Honesty Day POLE BASKET BUNNY THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 5 FISHING GIRAFFE JOKE EASTER LICENSE IRS DIAMOND RAINING LAKE SHOWERS PILGIMS CROSS WORMS TULIPS CREEK - 2 TIMES FOURTH - 2 TIMES EGG - 25 TIMES! DANDELIONS EGG HUNT APRIL FOOLS MAYFLOWERS COLORED EGGS YOM HASHOA VIET NAM WAR ENDS JELLY BEANS A Check for the "Y" Helping the Whippets Photo By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress Football Program Photos By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5010 of Freeland recently The second annual "Bobby D" Pool/Dart Tournament was held presented a check for $1,000.00 to the Freeland Y.M.C.A. The at V.F.W. Post 5010 in Freeland. This year's tournament funds were the proceeds from the annual Luau Pig Roast benefited the Freeland Whippets Midget Football Team. Bobby Benefit that was held at the Freeland post. The annual event D's daughter, Tracy DaCunda checked everything on the hot included: an all you can eat pig roast; live music; tricky trays and cold buffet. and a scotch double pool tournament. Taking part in the check presentation were (from left): front row: Ray Clymer, Quartermaster VFW Post 5010; Mary Grace Dacunda, Tracy Dacunda and Mary Lloyd, accepting for the YMCA and Clarence "Clem" Sontag, co-organizer of the event. Back row: Pool shooters, Dave Barna and Robby Polashenski; Robert Polashenski, co-organizer of the event and Rick Welker, Jr. Vice Commander VFW Post 5010. The Forgotten Toy Box Photo By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress

One of the highlights of the day was a single pool tournament. Play continued throughout the afternoon ending with the winners being (from left): 2nd place, Robbie Polashenski; 1st place Dave Barna, Jr. and third place, Brad Fisher.

The Freeland Chamber of Commerce held a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting for the Forgotten Toy Box, 737 Front St. The new store buys and sells new and gently used toys from all generations. Taking part in the grand opening were (from left): front row: Maya Budda, Freeland Chamber of Commerce Secretary; Linnea DelFine, Freeland Chamber of Commerce Treasurer; Shayne Balliet, Freeland Chamber of Commerce Vice-President; Danny Bobby, Freeland Chamber of Commerce; Andrew DeRoy; Samantha DeRoy; and Mary Lloyd, Freeland Chamber of Commerce. Back row: David The final two shooters in the single luck of the draw dart DeRoy, Owner; Babette DeRoy; Arron DeRoy and Ben tournament going head to head for bragging rights were: (from Evancho, Freeland Chamber of Commerce President. left) Steve Adams, 2nd place and Kenny Terwilliger, 1st place. THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 6 Freeland Fire Department News ...... FREELAND FIRE DEPARTMENT which reported smoke evident in the HAS BUSY THREE DAY PERIOD gym which caused the upgrade in the assignment bringing the FFD truck and engine. Upon arrival the truck took the address and the engine laid a supply line from the hydrant at Centre and Carbon Sts. Foster engine arrived from the other direction and took a position in front of order with the engine establishinga 5" the truck. The location of the incident supply line from the hydrant at Pine and was determined to be the mezzanine It all began during a cold but sun Chestnut Sts. The engine advanced a line level of the gym in the heating filled late Thursday with a reported and along with the truck crew advanced ventilating and air conditioning unit. The structure fire East Side Boro, Carbon into the attic space and extinguished the engine crew advanced 400’ of attack line County. The alarm for East Side is working fire. Another crew advanced a from the street into the mezzanine. All White Haven Fire Co. (who provides line into the other side of the attic and 400' was needed to reach the location. primary fire protection) along with extinguished some extension into that Joint Foster and FFD crews removed Dennsion Fire Co., Freeland Fire space. Another FFD crew who responded power from the unit and shut off the gas Department, and Foster Twp. White on the rescue and advanced another line feed. The unit had its panels removed to Haven engine and Dennison tanker were to provide exposure protection if needed determine the extent of the fire and to first on scene and found a well involved to nearby residences. Hazle truck arrived insure proper extinguishment. The truck single family ranch type dwelling and and assumed second due responsibilities provided ventilation equipment along led with large streams to darken down with White Haven engine taking the rear with numerous positive pressure the exterior fire. Freeland truck and assignment by stretching a supply line ventilation units to clear the area of engine arrived and assisted firefighters from a hydrant from Washington and smoke. Hazle tower was added to the from White Haven with an interior Chestnut Sts. Crews were rotated with assignment and along with the truck attack. With the roof already self-vented firefighters supplied by Hazle rescue and crew performed salvage operations to firefighters made the push into the Valley rescue along with Hazle truck and insure the gym floor was not damaged by structure and extinguished multiple White Haven engine. Extensive overhaul water. Hazle tower also provided rooms involved in fire. FFD engine was needed in the plank constructed additional ventilation units to remove the established a water supply from a residence. Weatherly Rescue assumed smoke from the large open area. hydrant in White Haven and laid 1300' of the Rapid Intervention Team assignment. Freeland Northside Ambulance was also 5" hose across the Lehigh River Bridge. Freeland Northside Ambulance and on scene along with Foster rescue. This Dennison engine was assigned to the rear Medic 11 were on scene along with incident was the third day in a row where and was supplied by tankers from Foster, American Red Cross, Freeland PD, and the engine laid 5"supply line with a total L&L, Weatherly, Hazle, and Valley the Department of Public Works. Chief of 1850'. Also the engine used 600' of 2", Regional. Chief Dean Raudenbush had Joseph J. Stepansky conducted the 200 of 3", and 200' of 2 1/2" lines during the command. investigation and found a space heater the three days. Just 16 hours after the structure fire in East Side Boro Luzerne County dispatched the box for a reported structure fire in the 900 block of Pine St. in the Boro. Chief Joseph J. Stepansky arrived to find a 2 1/2 story double block home with a working fire in the attic. FFD truck and engine responded in that

near some furnishing caused the fire. On the very next day Luzerne County dispatched the local box for an automatic fire alarm at the MMI Preparatory School in the 100 block of Centre St. in Foster. Additional information was received from scene THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 7 Freeland Community Choir Easter Concerts

The Freeland Community Choir will be presenting the Easter Musical "Hallelujah! What a Savior!" three times during the Easter Season. On Sunday, April 15, the choir will have two performances: 3:00 PM in Freeland at the St. John's Reformed United Church of Christ on 829 Washington St. and at 7:00 PM in Conyngham at the Conyngham United Methodist Church on 411 Main St. An Encore performance will be given on Sunday 22 April, at 3:00 PM at the Faith United Church of Christ, 21 Faith Drive in Hazleton. All performances are Free. This year's concert features the Easter Musical entitled "Hallelujah! What a Savior!". This inspiring musical work combines the talents of such leading contemporary Christian composers Lloyd Larson, Fay Lopez, R. Kevin Boesiger, Larry Shackley, Molly James, Mark Hayes and Pepper Choplin. Under the direction of the dynamic Jacque Wetzel and the accompaniment of the talented Janet Hartman, the Freeland Community Choir has become a truly regional choir combining 60 singers from the all over the area including: Freeland, Drums, Conyngham, Hazleton, West Hazleton, Sugarloaf, Black Creek, Beaver Meadows, Hazle Township, McAdoo, Lattimer, Ringtown, Scranton, Wapwallopen, Weatherly and Zion Grove.

289 Airport Road, Ste. 109 Hazle Township, PA 18202 Saturday, April 14, 2018 Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call for appointment: (570) 497-4321 Turn your loose diamonds, gemstones and outdated jewelry into beautiful new rings and pendants during our special jewelry restyling event! Our designer will help you choose from over 500 mountings curated from the countrys top designers. Our Master Jewelers bench will be set up so you can “wait and watch” as we transform your gemstones into a unique piece of custom jewelry made just for you. Call today for your appointment and get ready to fall in love with your jewelry all over again!

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 8 Anthracite League Championship Photos By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress On Wednesday, February 28th the Anthracite Junior High Basketball Championship Games were held at the Hughie McGeehan Gymnasium (HAHS).

Freeland Junior High School Boys' Basketball Team Valley Junior High School Boys' Basketball Team The Freeland team won the boys' championship for the second year in a row, beating the Valley team with a score of 41 to 28.

Drums Junior High School Girls' Basketball Team Freeland Junior High School Girls' Basketball Team The Drums Team won the girls championship with a score of 32-18. Heritage Hill to hold Two-Day AARP Safe Driver Initial Course WEATHERLY, Pa., March 20, 2018 – pass since taking it. unique, award-winning Personal Care Community members have the The cost of the course for AARP and Memory Care community located at opportunity to refresh their driving skills, members, with proof of membership, is 800 6th St., Weatherly, PA. Personal thanks to Heritage Hill Senior $15 per person. The cost for non- Care and Memory Care accommodations Community and AARP. Heritage Hill members is $20 per person. All are available on an affordable month-to- will hold a two-day AARP Safe Driver participants must bring their AARP month lease with no buy-in fees. Initial Course on Thursday, April 12 and membership card (if applicable) and a Resident services include assistance with Friday, April 13, from 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. valid driver’s license. Lunch is included, daily living, meals, housekeeping and Successful completion can result in courtesy of Heritage Hill. laundry, medication management, social discounts on car insurance (contact your Seating is limited. Please register by events and transportation. For more insurance agent for details). The course April 9. For more information or to information, please call Rachael Kapes, is available to drivers, aged 50 years and register, please call Rachael or Toni at marketing director, at 570-427-4500 or older, who have not yet completed the 570-427-4500. visit www.heritagehillsenior.com. initial course or who have let three years Heritage Hill Senior Community is a

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 9 Transfer of Title Photo By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress

Officials of Freeland Borough signed the necessary paperwork to transfer the Freeland Event Center ownership to the Freeland Borough on Thursday, March 22nd at the offices of Surety Land Abstract, LLC, 3 E. Butler Dr., Drums. Taking part in the signing were (from left): seated: William Magnotta, Surety Land Abstract Manager; Jim Baran; Barbara Tulanowski, Council President and Lee Ann Gera, Borough Secretary. Standing: Kevin Schuetrumpt, Freeland Police Chief; Danny Bobby, Councilman; Rocky Amentler, Real Estate Agent; Dan Boote, Community Bank NA and Attorney Donald Karpowich, Freeland Borough Solicitor.

McHugh-Wilczek Funeral Home Professional, Respectful and Dignified Service Serving The Freeland Community for 32 Years Low Cost Affordable Pricing Traditional Service ~ Cremation ~ Pre-Arranging Stanley A. Wilczek Director / Owner 249 Centre Street ~ Freeland, PA 18224 (570) 636-0540 ~ (570) 578-6600

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 10 Recipes ......

No-Knead Parmesan Meatloaf Artisan Style Bread

INGREDIENTS: INGREDIENTS: 1 lb ground turkey 1 small onion, grated 3 cups all-purpose flour OPTIONAL ITEMS 1 lb ground beef 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. active dry yeast 1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary 2 eggs 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1-2/3 cups warm water 1 tsp. chopped fresh sage 1/2 tsp. dried basil 1/2 cup marinara sauce (110°F) 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 1/2 cup shredded cheese blend DIRECTIONS: 1/2 tsp. dried oregano minced parsley for garnish Combine the flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl and mix to 1-2 cloves, garlic, minced combine. Add the water and herbs, if using, and mix well. The DIRECTIONS: dough will be very sticky and shaggy-looking. Cover the bowl Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a loaf pan with with plastic wrap and set aside at room temperature for 18 to cooking spray, set aside. 24 hours. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey and beef, eggs, Generously flour a work surface. The dough will have risen breadcrumbs, thyme, oregano, basil, garlic, onion, salt, pepper and will be covered in bubbles. Transfer the dough to the work and Parmesan cheese. Do not over handle the mixture surface and dust it with flour. Fold the dough in half, and then otherwise it will get tough. Place the mixture in the greased form the dough into a ball by stretching and tucking the edges loaf pan and form into a loaf. Top the meatloaf with pasta of the dough underneath the ball. sauce. Liberally flour a kitchen towel (do not use terrycloth). Place Place filled loaf pan on a baking sheet and bake in the the dough ball on the floured towel. Cover with another preheated oven for 40-45 minutes. Remove the meatloaf from floured towel. Let the dough rise for about two hours the oven and sprinkle the top with the remaining shredded [see footnote]. cheese. Place the meatloaf back in the oven and bake until the Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F . Place a lidded Dutch oven cheese is melted. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and or deep heavy duty casserole dish (with lid) into the oven to allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving/slicing. preheat. Garnish with parsley if desired. Carefully remove the hot baking dish from the oven. Remove the lid and gently turn the dough ball into the ungreased baking dish, seam-side up; shake the dish so the dough is more evenly distributed. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake until the crust is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the loaf Dumplings from the baking dish and let it cool on a rack before slicing. Footnote: To ensure the dough is fully risen and ready for the oven, do the Poke Test: flour your index and middle fingers, INGREDIENTS: and poke the side of your loaf about half an inch deep. If the 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt indentations spring back, the dough still needs more time to 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. butter rise. When the indentations stay put, the loaf is ready to bake. 1 tsp. white sugar 1/2 cup milk Tip: Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it DIRECTIONS: evenly, and make clean-up easier. Stir together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in medium size bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in milk to make a soft dough. Drop by spoonfuls into boiling stew. Cover and simmer 15 minutes without lifting lid. Serve. To make parsley dumplings, add 1 tablespoon parsley flakes to the dry ingredients. To be used in: stews, chicken & dumplings, pork & sauerkraut.

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 11 Vegetarian Cuisine Makes about 24 bites. By Kris Birshell

Like most people, I’ve got a sweet tooth and the best way to satisfy it is with fresh fruits like mangos, or dried fruits like dates. If you’re craving something sweet, try this treat. It will satisfy your sweet tooth and make your body happy, too. Choco Almond Truffles INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup chopped and pitted soft dates 1/3 cup raw cashews, soaked in HOT water for 3 hours, then drained 3 TBL almond butter  cup unsweetened cocoa powder  cup date sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract Ground almonds, for coating

DIRECTIONS Combine the dates and cashews in a food processor and process to a paste. Add the almond butter and process to combine. Add the cocoa powder, date sugar, vanilla and 1 tsp of water. Pulse until well combined. Pinch some of the mixture between your fingers to see whether it holds together. If it’s too dry, add a little more water, 1 tsp at a time until the mixture can be shaped into balls. If the mixture is too soft, refrigerate it for 20 minutes or longer to firm up. If it’s still too soft, add a little more cocoa powder, 1 tsp at a time. Use your hands to shape and roll a small amount of the mixture into a 1 inch ball and transfer to a plate. Repeat until all the mixture has been rolled into balls. Place the ground almonds in a shallow bowl. Roll the truffles in the almonds until they are coated, pressing on them if needed to cover completely. Transfer the coated truffles to a plate and refrigerate them until firm before serving. NOTE: If your dates are not soft, soak them in hot water for 20 minutes, then drain and pat dry before using.

Western Pocono Trout Unlimited Meeting Tuesday, April 10, 2018 Western Pocono Trout Unlimited will host renowned Pocono trout fisherman, biologist, author, and artist, Don Baylor, at its annual Trout Season Kickoff at Nescopeck State Park on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 7:00 pm. Don will provide a slide program on: "FLY FISHING OFF THE BEATEN PATH IN THE AMERICAN WEST". Although known for his knowledge of classic Pocono trout waters, Don, has also fly fished extensively throughout the American West over the past many years. He will discuss his fly fishing adventures fishing for cutthroat and golden trout in Wyoming, Colorado, Montana and elsewhere in the remote high country of western America. His program will include excursions to lesser known but excellent trout waters in the west and some of the unique means of reaching them including hiking, packhorse, and even a llama trek! The public is invited free to this exciting program. Bring the kids and celebrate the opening of trout season with one of Pennsylvania's most interesting and accomplished fishermen. Don, of course, will also be available to answer questions and offer trout fishing tips on fishing locally. Call Nescopeck State Park to register at 570-403-2006. Call 570-454-4862 for more info. Light refreshments will be served. Western Pocono TU wishes all trout fishermen: GOOD LUCK THIS TROUT SEASON!

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 12 for the entire organization, a house manager. There is currently work being done on Kevin's House in Ohio, another home for our vets. You can follow this on the VALOR Facebook page. I recently contacted VALOR after they had posted that they were taking downed trees from the recent storms. Paul's house is heated with donated wood. And they will accept pallets that necessities and, hopefully assistance to are broken down & nails removed. transition to living in their own indoor By: Regina R. Drasher You can always support VALOR and living space. our veterans - even if you can't attend It's in the news. It's a hot topic There will be a stand down in events. Donations are always welcome. among many. If you have Facebook, Hazleton on April 15th, beginning at 10 What is needed is the following: tuna you've seen the posts about homeless a.m. It will be held at 702 W. Broad pouches, food in pop top cans, small jars vets. Maybe you reposted some. Street - the old Ollie's location. of peanut butter, V-8 drinks, hygiene Everybody thinks it's a disgrace. It is. Stand Downs are held regularly. products, sleeping bags, sturdy clothing But what can you do? If you Below is a list of Stand Downs for April for outdoor living - including underwear COULD do something, would you? and May. and thermals, boots, hiking boots, and You can - thanks to VALOR. Stand Down East Stroudsburg April 8th coats. There are many collection points, VALOR stands for Veteran Stand Down Trenton, NJ - April 21st or you can schedule a pick up. Outreach Living Assistance Resource. Stand Down Lehigh Valley - April 28th You can follow VALOR on it's VALOR is completely grassroots and Stand Down Lansford, PA - May 12th Facebook page - Valor Clinic Foundation over 90 cents of every dollar goes to Stand Down East Stroudsburg - May 13th veterans. Stand Down Lehigh Valley - May 26th VALOR Clinic Foundation was VALOR assists Veteran’s with: established in 2012 by Sergeant Major * Service related disabilities along with Mark Bayliss, a medically discharged SSDI filings. * *A PTSD retreat Iraq War veteran. It became a 501C3 in program that does not utilize 2013. medications for successful treatment. * Regularly fully furnishes apartments for previously homeless Veterans, many of them referred to VALOR by the VA or other non profit groups. The donation box at Sandy's Hair * A pantry for Veterans who are Net-Work in Freeland. struggling * Provides complete holiday meals 3 times per year.

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VALOR's mission is simple - to help veterans. Wearing bright green shirts Paul's House in Kunkletown, Pa. with the VALOR logo, volunteers go out into the woods and homeless camps, VALOR has a permanent space seeking people who will accept help. called "Paul's House", in Kunkletown, And they do not turn aside non-vets PA. A vet accepting their assistance is when they do it. VALOR holds regular given their own room with a lock and stand downs, during which the homeless key - a very important part of are encouraged to come share a meal, transitioning from homeless to home. receive food, clothing and other The home has only ONE paid employee THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 13 LIBRARY HOPS & GRAPES FEST Red Robin Restaurant, St. Would you like to Patrick's Parish Hall Catering, Woods Ice advertise your Cream, Sand Springs Country Club, Pepsi, and upcoming event? White Haven Market are just a few of the participat- ing businesses. Brittany Call Shari at Sweeney and Kelly Choate from (570) 401-1798 The White Haven Area Community WBRE/WYOU will be on hand to greet to get your info Library's "Hops & Grapes Fest" will be guests and serve food. held Saturday, April 28, 2018 from Tickets can be purchased at the out there! 2:00 - 5:00 pm at St. Patrick's Parish White Haven Area Community Library Hall, 411 Allegheny Street in White located at 121 Towanda Street, White Haven. Samples from area craft brewers Haven or by calling 570-443-8776 (leave and beer vendors, wineries and many a message if no answer). Contact the The Freeland Progress restaurants and food choices will be Library to purchase a reserved table for 6 available. Beer, wine and food tastings, - 8 in advance. Advertise in the In-Demand snacks, soft drinks, music and fun are all All proceeds benefit White Haven Local Magazine Supporting included in the $25.00 ticket price. A Area Community Library, a non-profit, raffle and 50/50 drawing will be entirely volunteer, independent library Small Business and available. Freas Farm Winery, Blue which receives no government funding Local Events! Lizard Winery, Stonekeep Meadery, or funding through the state or county Susquehanna Brewing Company, Resort library systems. Additional information First on the shelves, Beverage Company, Antonio’s Family is available on the Library's Restaurant, Buffalo Wild Wings, website:whitehavenlibrary.com. First off the shelves! Carmen’s Smoked Cheese, Jireh’s Pizza,

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Francis “Bear” Brogan, Sons of Erin Attorney Donald Karpowich Luzerne County District Attorney President, welcomed everyone to the acknowledged all the political Stephanie Salevantis was the guest event and thank all who made it possible. dignitaries that attended the dinner. speaker.

Coach Bob Denion presented the Jeff Murphy Award to Chr is Catrone. This award, in memory of Orval “Jeff” Murphy, who was killed in a tragic auto accident on June 19, 1999, is presented each year to a Freeland youth who best Bear Brogan recognized Rose Mattavi exhibits traits of good sportsmanship, Dave Sachs entertained everyone with and Lou Cherone for their many years of athletic excellence and character within his Irish wit. service to the Sons of Erin. the community.

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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 16 A VETERAN’S JOURNAL #40 By Joseph Barna • Freeland • USMC, Korea 1952-1953 A Walk Down Memory Lane (Part Two) … Centre St. Freeland in the 1940s and 1950s. Last month, we took a walk down memory lane: We toured Centre Street, as I remembered it in the late 1940s and early 1950s. This month, we resume our stroll after eating a wonderful turkey platter at Jake Mattis’s Bar and Restaurant. We got so much turkey, filling, mashed potatoes and gravy that I don’t know how we can continue our walk, but let’s try. Staying on the west side of Centre Street, we pass by Vince Petrilli’s Barbar Shop. Inside, I’m sure that the boys are discussing the town news for the week. In this area was George Chonko’s Plumbing Store. Further down the block we pass outside the familiar red brick front and side of Resuta’s and Machella’s Bar. Still going strong today, Resuta’s Sports Bar is a favorite among Freelanders. Across the street was Tancin’s Recapping, owned and operated by John Tancin. Tancin's also had an auto supply store in this area. Crossing the corner of Carbon and Centre Streets was Pavlick’s Factory where many of our town’s girls and a few men worked. Across Centre Street was McHugh’s Funeral Home. Thru the 1970’s the corner building housed the PA Liquor Store. Next is the Mulhearn Building. Looking back across Centre Street, Next we see the old Lehigh Railroad Station. The station was torn down around 1980. The new MMI Gymnasium and Courtyard sits on the current day site. MMI always has been one of the jewels of Freeland. It is cer- tainly one of the finest schools in PA. The old MMI gymnasium stood on the East Side of Centre Street, across from the MMI main building and present-day Library addition. Who remembers seeing MMI and rival Freeland High going back and forth at this proud old gym? I remember seeing the people sitting along the upstairs balcony on all four sides of the court below, the students and fans from both schools cheering for their teams. At the bottom of Centre Street was Kislan’s Gas Station and Garage. Before a baseball game at Tiger’s Field, the garage owner would cover his picture windows to protect them from flying baseballs. Across Centre Street was Jackie Heller’s Garage. A block away along Route 940 was Alex Zmiejko’s Garage and Gas Station. I think I remember that Alex also had a radiator shop on Pine Street between Front and Walnut. The Foster Township High School and Woodside buildings were along Route 940. Home of the Foster High School Falcons, the gym still stands today as a memorial to the years when Freeland had four high schools. Let’s go up Ridge Street. As we pass behind MMI, we go by the Overall Factory and cross over the train tracks. Al Kolessor’s Texaco Gas Station and Garage was next on our left. Who remembers “Little Al”? He always had a smile. On the right was Turri’s Cafe. Farther up Ridge Street is St. Casimir’s Church and the Old St. John’s Hall on the corner of Ridge of Carbon Streets. Crossing Carbon Street is Jack Amentler’s Clover Bar. Across Ridge was the Opera House Theater, which is now a Senior Citizen Apartment Building. Next was Belekanich’s Bar. Across the Street is the historic St. Ann’s Band Hall. I know by buddy Frankie Balon blows his horn there with his St. Ann’s Band friends. Next is Joe Kopskie’s Buick Garage. This is the current site of MK Machine Shop. Across Ridge Street will be Ravina’s Bar, Ursta’s Bar and LaPorte’s Bar all in a row. Across South Street is Drozik’s Bar. Before this was Tuggle’s Bar. Right next door is Danko’s Bar. Danko’s is still open and going strong. Just up Ridge Street was Procopio’s Bar. In this neighborhood, you certainly didn’t have a problem going out for a beer. Also on South Street was Chi Chi DeFalco’s Bar. Walking away from Centre Street going along South Street toward Fern Street. As you come to the corner of South and Fern, you are at Perky’s Gas Station. Up Fern Street was Branz’s Grocery Store and further up was Grega’s Bar. Across the Fern Street, on the lot of the current Freeland Event Center stood the great Freeland Brewery Building. I remember this in operation when I was a boy. Across South Street was Bacha’s Grocery Store. If you walk further up Fern Street, you come past St. Anthony’s Church and then the St. Mary’s Auditorium. Many of you may remember seeing movies here at “The Greek’s”. Next of course is the beautiful St. Mary’s Church nearing the top of Fern Street: As St. Mary’s Parishioners like to say “Closest to Heaven”. Some of the places that I missed last month were Dr. Hoch on top of the People’s Bank. Casters Florist Shop on Centre Street and the Kletchko Sister’s Clothing Shop near the corner of Centre and Front Street. Of course we can’t forget Tony Nocchi’s Bar on Schwabbe Street and Spock’s Grocery Store on intersection of Alvin and Birkbeck. Also on Birkbeck Street was Kuklis’s Bar. On the corner of Johnson and Birkbeck was Crone’s Store and farther down Johnson Street was Herbener’s Garage and farther down and on the opposite side was Wilson’s Pontiac Garage and Sales. Of course, we can’t forget the beloved Freeland High School Campus surrounded by the stately oak trees and across the street were the factories where so many Freelander’s worked. On the corner of Main and Ridge was the famous Corner Store. I can still see Charlie, Margie and Buffy inside. Down Ridge Street was Pignatari’s Paint Store, where buddy Frankie Balon, as a youngster, remembers peeking thru the door to see the painting of the naked lady on the back wall over the counter. Who else remembers that? Further down Main Street was Attorney Gus Maier. On the corner of Centre and Main Streets was for a time the Famalette Pizza Shop. Last month, I mentioned the store THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 17 on the alley next to Genetti’s Market. I was told that this was actually Bertha’s Store prior to moving down to the corner of Main and Centre Streets in later years. On the bottom of Walnut Street you would find the large 3 story Brueningsen Building. The building still has the name and date 1900 sitting like a crown over its windowed front. How many of you remember getting your grocery orders at this landmark building? Across Birkbeck Street was the site of Berger’s Lumber Yard. Up on Walnut Street Hill was the hangout of Bubsy Ferdinand’s Bar. I know that I have missed many places around town. My 88 year-old memory is pretty good, but far from perfect as I know my wife and grandkids will say. I certainly didn’t want to forget to mention a name or place on purpose. Again, feel free to let me know. This is “Our Town!” I want to close by saying that I wanted to write this tour of Freeland Memories because I am proud to say I come from Freeland. I am sure that many of you reading this can say the same thing. I only want the people who are living here now to know of all the people who came before them and made Freeland a wonderful place to live. When on laughed everyone laughed and when we cried, we all cried.

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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 18 Nescopeck State Park Upcoming Events 1137 HONEY HOLE ROAD • DRUMS, PA 18222 • (570) 403-2006 • E-MAIL [email protected] For programs that require registration, please register by using our online events calendar at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ or call 570-403-2006. Monday, April 2 Wednesday, April 11 litter clean up, or trail work. Parents/scout Registration for summer DiscoverE Geocaching for Seniors; 1:00 PM leaders: please have ages and number of Nature Camp begins; 8:00 a.m. Registration required. Free. children when you call to register as it helps Registration is required using one of these If you’re looking for a new way to stay us plan appropriate projects for them. Meet three options: active and get outdoors, then geocaching at the park office. • Online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ might be for you! Using a GPS unit, (search for Nescopeck State Park events.) participants will discover the world of Saturday, April 28 • Over the phone during office hours “virtual treasure hunting” and hidden Nature Play Day; 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (M-F, 8-4). geocaches. This program is for seniors or Free. • In person during office hours. retirees. Dress to be outdoors for part of the Come explore the Nature Discovery Area! Cost is $20.00 per child and the available program and wear shoes that are If you haven’t already found our camps are as follows: comfortable for walking. kid-friendly play area, now is the time to do Hide-n’-Seekers (Ages 4-5): 6/11 – 6/13 Meet at the park office. it. Come prepared to dig in the dirt, build a from 9:00 - 11:00 AM each day stick fort, or put on an impromptu musical Outdoor Explorers (Ages 6-8): 6/18 – 6/20 Wednesday, April 18 concert! If you can’t make this date, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM each day Learning with Nature: An Early remember that the Nature Discovery Area is Penn’s Adventurers (Ages 9-12): 7/30 - 8/2 Childhood Educator Workshop; 9:00 a.m. open to visit at your convenience during from 9:00 AM - 12 noon each day Registration required. $20.00 per teacher. park hours all summer long! Meet in the For more information on our summer nature If you’re a fan of Project WET and Project Nature Discovery Area near the park office. camps, please call the office. Learning Tree, then you’ll love this educator workshop offering both early Sunday, April 29 Tuesday, April 10 childhood versions of these great Guided Bird Walk; 8:00 a.m. Trout Fishing in America’s West; 7:00 curriculums. Registration required. Free. p.m. Participants will receive “Getting Little Feet Join conservation volunteer Dave Kruel for Registration required. Free. Wet” and “Environmental Experiences for a morning stroll to look and listen for birds! This program is sponsored by the Western Early Childhood” which are best used with You don’t want to miss the springtime Pocono Chapter of Trout Unlimited. Join us children in grades PreK-2. Participants return of some of the park’s most musical in welcoming renowned Pocono fly should bring a bagged lunch and dress to be residents. Wear comfortable shoes and bring fisherman, artist, author, and biologist, Don outdoors. 5 hours of Act 48 are available; binoculars. Meet at the wooden bridge by Baylor. Don will present a slide program on teachers MUST provide their 7-digit PPID# the main visitor parking lot of the park one of his adventure-filled western trout to receive credit. office. fishing trips. Don is a member of the Brodhead TU chapter involved with the Saturday, April 28 Also Mark Your Calendar for these special new ForeverGreen preserve near Spring into Action Volunteer Workday; upcoming presentations: Analomink, PA where exciting things are 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon happening in the world of flyfishing. This Registration requested so we can plan Ticks and Lyme Disease - 6 PM illustrated talk is for all outdoor enthusiasts projects and equipment accordingly. Tuesday May 8 and both veteran and newcomers to the We can always use an extra hand or two… PA Black Bears - 7 PM May 31 sport of trout fishing. join us for a volunteer workday as we tackle Meet at the park office. a variety of projects such as landscaping,

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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 19 Yom Hashoah Service By Region R. Drasher The Yom Hashoah or Holocaust world is more/less responsive to human The MS. St. Louis was turned away Community Service will be held on suffering. The students were given a from Cuba (a handful of passengers were April 11 at 7 p.m. at Beth Israel Temple, background on the MS St. Louis, a allowed to disembark in Cuba), the 98 N. Church St., Hazleton. The service German ocean liner that brought almost United States and Canada. It was turned is sponsored by the Hazleton Jewish 1,000 Jews across the sea to what they away in Miami, Florida, because of the Community Council and the Greater hoped would be their freedom. The U.S. anti-immigration policy, in June Hazleton Ministerial Association. Greater Hazleton Ministerial Association 1939. Eventually it was forced to return Many Jewish attendees will be chose the panel of judges that read each to Europe where many of it's passengers wearing Star of David armbands. During essay and selected the winners. would lose their lives to the Holocaust, the Nazi reign, Jews were forced to wear some estimates suggesting up to 25% of the Star of David to identify them as the passengers. Jews. The penalty for a Jew not wearing A book, Voyage of the Damned, was the Star of David was execution. At the published in 1974 about this tragic event. service, Star of David armbands will be The authors were Gordon Thomas and worn in remembrance of the six million Max Morgan-Witts It is gripping and Jews - 1.5 million of them children - and haunting. A movie based on the book five million non-Jews who perished was filmed in 1976. Chiel Meijering duning the Holocaust. wrote a 1994 opera titled St. Louis Blues As part of the Holocaust about this voyage of the MS St. Louis remembrance, the 23rd annual Israel T. As part of the Holocaust & Mildred Klapper Memorial Holocaust Community Service, the winners of the Essay Contest was recently held with essay contest will be reading their works. many area students participating. The The MS St. Louis in Hamburg The public s welcomed and encouraged theme for the essay was signs that the Harbor, Germany. to attend this Yom Hashoa service.

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Wow! What a cool place! We The Pennsylvania Anthracite rates. ventured off to the Anthracite Heritage Heritage Museum’s diverse regional A few museum exhibits are also Museum in Scranton yesterday. Being a collections represent all facets of work, located at the companion Lackawana volunteer at Eckley Miners’ Village for life and values of the region’s ethnic Coal Mine Tour, which is within walking several years, I wasn’t sure what to communities. The Pennsylvania distance of the museum. expect at another Mining Museum. We Anthracite Heritage Museum is Go down in history - 300 feet spent a good part of the afternoon there administered by the Pennsylvania beneath the surface of the earth in a once and had a great time looking at the Historical and Museum Commission and abandoned, but now restored hard coal exhibits. is actively supported by the Anthracite mine. See where and how men and boys The Anthracite Heritage Museum, Heritage Museum and Iron Furnaces worked to heat a nation and fuel the located in McDade Park in Scranton, Associates which is a non-profit commu- conversion of our nation's economy from Pennsylvania, serves the educational nity based organization. agriculture to industry. needs of the public regarding the story of The Pennsylvania Anthracite Open daily April 1 through hard coal mining, its related industries, Heritage Museum and Iron Furnaces, November 30. Tour hours: 7 days a and the immigrant culture of northeast- administered by Bode Morin, are two of week, except major holidays, 10:00 a.m. ern Pennsylvania. The Museum tells the three sites that make up the Anthracite to 3:00 p.m. Must arrive by 2:45 p.m. story of the people who came from Museum Complex, which also includes for the last tour at 3:00 p.m. Gift Shop Europe to work in the anthracite mining Eckley Miner’s Village. open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and textiles industries. The museum was featured on The The Lackawanna Coal Mine tour is On a tour of the facility visitors will Office episode "The Merger" in Michael a National Award Winning History experience the lives of proud people who and Dwight's parody of Lazy Sunday. Attraction operated by the County of endured harsh working conditions yet The museum is located at 22 Bald Lackawanna Pennsylvania. Partially carved out communities filled with Mountain Road, Scranton, PA 18504. It accessible to handicapped. tradition. The diverse collection is open Monday through Saturday from 9 Groups welcome by calling highlights life in the mines, mills and a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday hours are 12 (800) 238-7245. Tickets: Adults (13- factories. Visitors are welcomed into the noon til 5:00 p.m. over) $10; Senior (62+) $9.50; Military family’s homes and neighborhoods with General Admission (12-64 yrs. of $9; Child (3-12) $8; Age 2 and under a moment of reflection in the kitchen, a age is $7.00. Seniors (65+) $6.00. Youth FREE. Group rates: Adult (20 or more) visit to the pub, or a seat in a local (3-11) $5.00. Active Military and $8; Children (20 or more) $5.50. Church. Immediate Family - Free. Call for group

This dugout canoe, made from a Sled Bobs - to the eighteenth century hemlock tree, was found in a pond in the settlers or Northeastern Pennsylvania, Minisink Path, west of the Delaware timber, not coal, was both a fuel and River, in an area inhabited by the Lenni their main cash crop. Logs were cut and hauled to stream banks during the winter Lenape or Delaware Indians. The and floated to Philadelphia and Balti- straight sides and floor of the canoe Most immigrants were able to bring only more in the spring. Sleds were important suggest that it was made not with stone the barest essentials with them. As a vehicles because early roads were so bad tools, but with metal tools introduced by result, only a few items were lovingly that bulk hauling had to be done in European settlers through trade with the preserved and passed from generation to winter when snow filled the deep ruts. Native Americans. generation. THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 21 Enos H. Horst Coal Wagon, c. 1890. Sample Sizing Screen, c. 1940. Large Families either had to buy coal from a shaker screens vibrated at 90-280 shakes coal company, dealer or pick it from per minute, separating the coal into waste banks. This wagon was capable of various sizes as it flowed over. This carrying two tons of coal and could particular segment screened for stove divide the deliviers into two one-ton size anthractie. transactions.

Wash House, Shifting Shanty or Change House - A wash house is a colliery surface building where mine workers Reeling Machine, c. 1925. The reeling washed themselves and changed from machine unwound the silk yarn from the work to street clothes, after work and bobbins to the reels, converting it to Nott Parlor Stove, c. 1830. vice versa before their work shift. skein form, in preparation for dyeing.

World War II allowed the anthracite coal industry a a temporary reprieve from its downward spiral experienced over the previous decades. After WWII the bottom fell. From 1920 to 1950 both employment and production fell almost fifty percent. Within a few decades the sight of the breakers with their workers dwindled. Coal corporations gave way to smaller companies with less direction control over local communities. New York based garment companies found cheap, skilled labor in decaying coal communities a way to escape urban unionized workers. Independent smaller shops sprouted around this mostly female labor force. These “runaway shops” took raw material from wholesalers and shipped final products to end retailers. The increased employment of women altered traditional home structures making many women breadwinners Singer 241 sewing machine on table stand with motor and head, c. and some unemployed miners househusbands. 1951. THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 22 After a days work in the mines, workers would often retire to a tavern where they would have a few drinks and socialize. A Peterson Patent Peel Oven, c. 1928. This popular way to socialize was to play oven from the Lucci Bakery was in serv- games, such as shuffleboard or darts. In ice from 1928 until 1979. It was heated many of these saloons, dart leagues were Kitchen of a Typical Mine Worker’s brick to brick by burning anthracite. The formed. In the anthracite regional today, House c. 1935. Whether in a “company” oven produced about 2,700 loaves per many small bars still have dart leagues house or private residence, the kitchen day. Over the 51 years of use, it baked playing in competition. was the focal point of family activity. over 50 million loaves of bread.

Gatling Gun - Invented by Dr. Richard Burschel Dairy Wagon, c. 1930. Jordan Gatling in 1862, the Gatling gun Burschel Dairy Company was represents one of the first successful ma- established by a second generation chine guns. Gatling was horrified at the Dragline Bucket - Modern surface German-American, Harry Burschel, in number of casualities during the Civil mining using draglines and larger 1880. While no longer making home War due to disease rather than battle. By buckets, can lift many times more earth deliveries, the company remains in creating a machine gun which could do and rock than the early steam buckets. family hands after a century of the work of 100 men, he hoped to reduce Most anthracite production done today is operation. the number of men needed to fight. through surface mining.

A bunch of hungry explorers posing The Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour is before we headed to Cracker Barrel® for located within walking distance of the supper. From left, Chris and Ryder Anthracite Heritage Museum. The entrance into the mine tour. Mumie, Blake Roof and Chase Mumie.

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 23 Upcoming Events May 6 “Veterans in Need Clothing Drive” 10-4, “Chicken Aug. 4 1940’s Weekend at Eckley Miners’ Village Dinner” 11-4 and “Craft & Artisan Fair” 10-4 at Aug. 4 Eckley Miners’ Village Swing Dance at the American Legion, Mt. Top Post 781 Freeland Public Park Pavilion May 8 “Ticks and Lyme Disease” at Nescopeck State Aug. 5 1940’s Weekend at Eckley Miners’ Village Park - 6:00 p.m. Aug. 18 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. May 15 St. John’s Reformed U.C.C. Election Day Social Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Aug. 25 Back to School Program at Eckley Miners’ Village May 19 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. Aug. 29 St. Ann’s Band at the Freeland Park Pavilion 7 p.m. Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sept. 15 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. May 25 St. Ann’s Band at the Freeland Park Pavilion 7 p.m. Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. May 26 St. Michael’s Orthodox Church Indoor Community Sept. 21 Bloomsburg Fair begins - ends Sept. 29 Yard Sale - 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Oct. 12 Berwick Riverfest at Test Track Park May 31 “PA Black Bears” at Nescopeck State Park - Oct. 13 Berwick Riverfest at Test Track Park 7:00 p.m. Oct. 14 Berwick Riverfest at Test Track Park June 15 Philharmonic Orchestra at the Freeland Park Pavilion Oct. 19 Halloween Lantern Tours at Eckley Miners’ Village 7 p.m. Oct. 20 Halloween Lantern Tours at Eckley Miners’ Village June 16 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. Oct. 20 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. June 22 ‘Round Midnight at the Freeland Park Pavilion 7 pm Oct. 26 Halloween Lantern Tours at Eckley Miners’ Village June 23 Patchtown Days at Eckley Miners’ Village Oct. 27 Halloween Lantern Tours at Eckley Miners’ Village June 24 Patchtown Days at Eckley Miners’ Village Nov. 17 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. July 6 Philharmonic Orchestra at the Freeland Park Pavilion Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. July 14 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. Dec. 1 Christmas at Eckley Miners’ Village Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Dec. 2 Christmas at Eckley Miners’ Village July 20 Tin Roof Band at the Freeland Park Pavilion - 7 p.m. Dec. 8 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. July 21 Berwick WWII Weekend at Test Track Park Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. July 22 Berwick WWII Weekend at Test Track Park

Freeland Chamber of Commerce Members! All Paws Salon Jimbo’s Party Beverage American Legion Post 473 * KnightTime Media / The Freeland Progress Balas Distributing *Mary Lloyd Borough of Freeland Water & Sewer Charles Maso & Sons, Inc Maya Budda McHugh-Wilczek Funeral Home Calello's Used Cars & Trucks, Inc McNulty Funeral Home Carone's Market MMI Preparatory School Community Bank N.A. Northeast Animal Hospital Inc Community Cat Project Yard Sales Robert E. Ottaviani, DC Linnea C. Delfine Century 21 Select Group Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Della Croce Dental Care Mr. Daniel Pope DMD Quality Preventative Maintenance Solutions LLC Precision Vinyl Systems, Inc Evancho Motors, LLC Sacred Lotus Yoga Studio Fearnots Volunteer Fire Co. St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church Feussners Ford, Inc St. Michael's Orthodox Church Freeland Area Support Team Sophie Coxe Memorial Foundation & Education Center Freeland Chicken Pluckers * The Other Side Restaurant & Bar Freeland Fire Department Tip Tap Toe Dance Studio Freeland Historical Society Paul A. Urenovich Insurance Agency Freeland Northside Community Ambulance Association Freeland Community VFW Post 5010 * = Lifetime Members (Past Presidents) Freeland Senior Citizens 2018 OFFICERS Freeland Sons of Erin John Gera General Contracting, Inc Ben Evancho...... President Garlic Knot Pizzeria & Resturant Vice-President ...... Shayne Balliet * Ron Harkins Secretary ...... Maya Budda Highland Social Club Treasurer...... Linnea DelFine

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 24 April 2018 Events April 1 Marine Corps League Detachment #1039 April 17 Arbutus Lodge # 611 Meeting - 7:30 p.m. All You Can Eat Monthly Breakfast April 18 Learning with Nature: An Early Childhood 8:00 a.m. - Noon @ St. Patrick’s Church, W.H. Educator Workshop at Nescopeck State Park - April 1 Highland Club meeting at 2:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. April 2 Freeland Rotary Club Meeting - 5:45 p.m. at MMI April 18 F.A.S.T. Meeting @ The Other Side - 7:00 p.m. April 2 Bingo at St. Michael’s Hall, sponsored by White April 19 St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church 636-1426 Haven VFW Post 6615. Early birds 6:00 p.m. Pirohi Sale - Order by previous Tuesday April 3 Bingo at Good Shepherd Church April 19 Eckley Miners’ Village Molly Maguires Movie Doors open 5:00 p.m. - Bingo at 6:00 p.m. at the Mauch Chunk Opera House, Jim Thorpe April 7 Chicken Pluckers Peck Out at Jeddo Stars 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. April 20 “Crobot Acoustic” at Evan’s Roadhouse, Drums April 9 Freeland Rotary Club Meeting - 5:45 p.m. at MMI 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. April 9 Bingo at St. Michael’s Hall, sponsored by White April 21 Chicken Pluckers Regular Meeting at Jeddo Stars Haven VFW Post 6615. Early birds 6:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. April 10 Bingo at Good Shepherd Church April 21 A&M Ballroom Dance at the Butler Twp. Doors open 5:00 p.m. - Bingo at 6:00 p.m. Fire Hall - 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. April 10 Freeland Chamber of Commerce Meeting April 21 PPW Live Pro Wrestling Event at Holy Family 5:30 p.m. at The Other Side Acedemy, Hazleton - Meet & Greet at 5:00 p.m. April 10 “Fly Fishing Off the Beaten Path in the American Bell Time 7:00 p.m. West” at Nescopeck State Park - 7:00 p.m. April 22 Freeland Community Choir Easter Musical at April 11 Geocaching for Seniors at Nescopeck State Park Faith United Church of Christ - 3:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. April 23 Freeland Rotary Club Meeting - 5:45 p.m. at MMI April 11 St. Patrick’s Parish Bingo - Doors open 5:00 p.m. April 23 Bingo at St. Michael’s Hall, sponsored by White April 11 Rec Board Meeting at the Senior Center - 7:00 p.m. Haven VFW Post 6615. Early birds 6:00 p.m. April 12 AARP Two Day Course at Heritage Hill April 24 Bingo at Good Shepherd Church 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Doors open 5:00 p.m. - Bingo at 6:00 p.m. April 12 St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church 636-1426 April 26 St. Mary’s Byzantine Catholic Church 636-1426 Pirohi Sale - Order by previous Tuesday Pirohi Sale - Order by previous Tuesday April 13 AARP Two Day Course at Heritage Hill April 26 Freeland Borough Council Meeting at the 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Water Company Building at 6:00 p.m. April 14 Antonia’s Jewelry & Repair Diamond Remounting April 27 “Kartune” at Evan’s Roadhouse, Drums Event - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Airport Beltway 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. April 14 Chicken Pluckers Peck Out at Jeddo Stars April 28 Spring into Action Volunteer Workday at 2:00 p.m. Nescopeck State Park - 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon April 14 “Titanic High Tea” at the Sophie Coxe House - April 28 Nature Play Day at Nescopeck State Park 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. April 14 “Gas Station Disco” at Evan’s Roadhouse, Drums April 28 “Hops & Grape Fest” at the White Haven Area 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Community Library - 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. April 15 White Haven VFW Post #6615 Monthly Breakfast April 28 Hazleton Rotary “Night at the Races” at the JJ All You Can Eat - 8:00 a.m. - Noon Ferrara Center, Hazleton - 6:00 p.m. April 15 “Titanic High Tea” at the Sophie Coxe House - April 29 Flying Aces MC Breakfast Buffet - 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 12 Noon (Open to the public) April 15 Freeland Community Choir Easter Musical at April 29 Guided Bird Walk at Nescopeck State Park - St. John’s Reformed Church - 3:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. April 15 Freeland Community Choir Easter Musical at April 29 “The American Literature Series - Author Bret Harte Conyngham United Methodise Church - 7:00 p.m. at the Sophie Coxe House - 6:30 p.m. April 16 Freeland Rotary Club Meeting - 5:45 p.m. at MMI April 30 Freeland Rotary Club Meeting - 5:45 p.m. at MMI April 16 Bingo at St. Michael’s Hall, sponsored by White April 30 Bingo at St. Michael’s Hall, sponsored by White Haven VFW Post 6615. Early birds 6:00 p.m. Haven VFW Post 6615. Early birds 6:00 p.m. April 17 Bingo at Good Shepherd Church Doors open 5:00 p.m. - Bingo at 6:00 p.m.

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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 27 “The one call for all your handyman needs” 50th Anniversary of the Filming of “You name it” “The Molly Maguires” (Handyman Services) LLC

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He is not here, for he has risen, as he Serving a variety of homemade soups and desserts said. Come, see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and behold, he is going TAKE-OUT MENUS AVAILABLE! before you to Galilee; there you will see him. See, I have told you.” So they departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples. (Matthew 28:5-8) Serving Breakfast St. Mary’s Pirohi Lunch and Dinner! Orders: (570) 636-1426. Call Monday or Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. We will resume after Easter on April 12. Sun., Mon., Tues. 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thank you for your patronage. Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat. 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Divine Liturgy: Worship with us on Saturday Evening 4:00 p.m. or Sunday Morning at 9:30 a.m. Sunday radio broadcast is live on WLSH 1410 and WAZL 1490 at 9:30 a.m. THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 28 N U T R I T I O N A L T I P S Eileen Lambert, MS, RD Turmeric gum disease, Crohn’s disease, and Tips for Portion Control diabetes among others, it’s too soon to 1. Read the food label carefully. At the The Golden Spice rate the effectiveness of turmeric in top, it says how big the serving size Turmeric, that warm bitter spice providing relief for these conditions, is. If it says 5 crackers, then the with a golden color, is a common according to the National Medicines nutrition information and calorie ingredient in curry dishes, mustards and Comprehensive Database. count is for 5 crackers. cheeses. Aside from its place in our To reap health benefits, it is Tip: sometimes the label says a favorite meals, the spice is renowned the recommended that turmeric be taken in serving size is small so they can say world over for its health benefits. the natural form rather than taking a it has fewer calories or sodium. For The first use of turmeric dates back supplement. example, many people would drink a 4,000 years to India, where it was used Source: Food & Nutrition Magazine, 20 ounce soft drink not realizing the as a spice for cooking and had some Karen Domonell label says it is 2.5 servings. religious significance in Vedic culture. 2. Don’t clean your plate. Plan to share Tumeric has a long history of medicinal your entrée. Ask for a doggie bag use in South Asia, where it appeared in even before you start eating. Fill up Sanskrit in medical texts. One of those, on soup. Order an appetizer as an dating back to 700BC, recommends a entrée. Order from the children’s turmeric ointment to relieve the effects menu. of consuming poisoned food. 3. Fill up, not out. According to the Use of the spice is also common in eating plan “Volumetrics”, developed traditional Chinese medicine. Both by Barbara Rolls, Ph.D, you can practices have used turmeric to aid with decrease your calories while you eat digestion and liver function, relieve the same volume of food if you arthritis pain and regulate menstruation. switch to food high in fiber and water Today’s uses include aiding with like fruits, vegetables and whole heartburn, stomach ulcers, gallstones, grains. At the same time, reduce the inflammation and cancer. volume of calorie dense foods like Turmeric is used daily throughout sweets. India as a cooking spice and this would 4. Put the bag away. If you are eating a be the best way to incorporate it into snack food, take out your portion, your life, claim practitioners who study The Perils of then close the bag and put it away. herbal medicine. The practice is based on That way you won’t eat until the bag the use of whole, intact herbs with all of Portion Distortion is empty. their components working in concert to Serving sizes have been getting 5. Learn to eyeball a serving size. synergize and, when necessary, steadily bigger for the last 20 years or Here are some common USDA counterbalance one another, to achieve more – and so have our waistlines. Fast serving sizes and everyday the desired effect. food chains serve portions that are 2 to 5 household objects. What does Western medicine have times larger than they used to be. 1 cup milk or yogurt...... softball to say about turmeric? Research shows Prepared foods like bagels and muffins 1 ounce cheese...... your thumb that taking turmeric by mouth might help are 2 to 8 times larger than the “serving 1 cup raw leafy vegetables ...... softball improve an upset stomach. There is also size” defined by the U.S Department of  c cooked or some evidence that turmeric extracts, Agriculture.(USDA) chopped raw vegetables...... light bulb alone or in combination with other How big is a serving size? It 1 medium fruit or herbal ingredients, can reduce depends on who you ask.  cup...... baseball osteoarthritis pain. In one study, the spice Take spaghetti: 3 ounces meat ...... deck of cards / worked as well as ibuprofen for reducing Typical restaurant portion - 3 cups computer mouse osteoarthritis pain. Curcumin, a chemical Nutrition information panel on 2 ounces peanut found in turmeric, may have anit-inflam- spaghetti package - 1 cup butter ...... ping pong ball matory, anticancer and antioxidant USDA Guidelines -  cup 1 teaspoon butter or properties, according to early findings It’s no wonder people are confused margarine...... postage stamp from animal and lab studies (the findings about what a portion size is! But there’s 2 tablespoons salad have not been confirmed in humans). no confusion about this fact: A serving dressing ...... ping pong ball While other studies suggest benefits for size is probably smaller than what you Eileen Lambert MS RD Alzheimer’s disease, colorectal cancer, are served.

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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 30 Sports Trivia Treats . . . . By Ron Marchetti

Unforgettable Season The 2017-18 Hazleton Area High School basketball season was the school’s second best regular campaign ever. The first Hazleton Area Cougars best regular basketball season was the initial year of the new school in 1992-93. The Cougars record was 23-1. Coach Bruce Leib’s club finished that fabulous season at 29-2, losing their season’s opener in the Carlisle tournament and their final game in Hershey to Erie Cathedral Prep (41-30) which was for the State Championship. High School schedules consisted of 24 games, but since then the PIAA had changed schedules to 22 regular season games. The final basketball seasons of the Hazleton Mountaineers, the West Hazleton Wildcats and the Freeland Whippets were in 1991-92. This was the Cougars 25th season. This last season (2017-18) Hazlton Area High was 21-1 before heading into the post-season. Their only loss by the hand of the Reading Red Knights in Reading (65-56). Besides that only loss, the Cougars three closest game wins were (by 6) over Meyers (57-51), (by 4) over Dallas in their last regular season game on senior night at home (66-62) and (by 9) in their season opener (at home) over Scranton Prep (59-50). All their other victories were blowouts. The Cougars biggest margin wins were by 49 over Whitehall (82-33) at home and by 52 over Pittston Area (89-37) on the road. The Big-4 for Hazleton Area were Josh Samec (WVC-MVP), Jeff Planutis (WVC All-Conference 1st team) and Joe Grula (WVC All-Conference 1st team). Da mir Faison was WVC All Conference 2nd team. On Feb. 24, Hazleton Area defeated Delaware Valley at Kings College quite handily to advance to the District 2 (6A) championship game that was to be played at the Mohegan Sun Arena on March 3rd, however, this writing in February 26th. Hopefully, the 2018 Hazleton Area Cougars can stay alive in the post-season playoffs all the way until March 24th (the night of the State Championship game). Good Luck Cougars!

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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 32 TIME TRAVELS - April 1962 ...... By Walt Shubilla Hey now ……It’s getting here spring and summer, that is. Hopefully the warm stuff will hit us soon if not already. For this month’s issue I had the time machine take me back to April of 1962, let’s see what was going on both locally and nationally.

Haven, qualified as a sharpshooter with the new M-14 rifle, while he was undergoing recruit training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Paris Island, South Carolina. The designation is awarded to Sunday April 1st recruits who score at least 210 out of a Rivals all the time possible 250 points on the rifle range. during the past August, at his home on The Boston Celtics ran, rebounded the Black Sea. and had Bill Russell put the clamps on Mrs. Pearson, writing in a recent Wilt Chamberlain for a crushing 119-104 issue the Saturday Evening Post, said: victory over the Philadelphia Warriors in “I remember Mr. K’s explaining why he a NBA Basketball contest today in the took off his shoe at the United Nations.” Boston Garden. “He said he was banging his fist on Several fist fights erupted late in the the desk when he broke his wrist watch, game and an outpouring of the Boston which made him mad and madder, I Garden crowd jammed the floor before guess; so he took off his shoe.” Boston took a 3-2 edge in the best of “He also said that the Spanish seven Eastern Division playoffs. Slackers ambassador sitting in front of him Harsh words between Chamberlain It was announced today that Liquor seemed scared to death that he was going and Sam Jones, a fist fight between Carl and wine sales in the Greater Hazleton to be hit on his bald head.” Braum of Boston and Philly’s Guy Area dropped $70,968.29 in 1961. The shoe pounding on October 12, Rodgers and a threatened outburst pitting The Liquor Control Board said sales 1960, gave the United Nations one of the Rogers against a burley Jim Loscutoff set in the area’s five stores totaled wildest sessions in its history. The off two major mob scenes. No injuries $1,625,252.43 in 1961 versus incident began when the Philippine resulted. $1,696,220.72 in 1960. delegate, Lorenzo Sumulong, demanded Referee Sid Borgia ejected Tom Luzerne County was ranked fifth of freedom for countries under Soviet Heinsohn from the game, after still the sixty seven Pennsylvania counties in domination. another roughing incident. the volume of alcoholic beverages sold, “This Jerk” Khrushchev began in Duplicating their previous two with 2.706 percent of total sales. reply, and then the banging was on. victories, the Celtics had the issue settled The Freeland store was down $10, Mrs. Pearson said she and her by halftime on two 36 point outbursts, 489.04 from the previous year, with a husband were making a European trip leading 72-49 at the intermission. total sales tally of $205,701.89 in 1961. when Kruschev agreed to grant an Boston won the series four games to interview. three and proceeded to the finals where Tuesday April 3rd “Mr. K led us down the road to the they beat the L.A. Lakers four games to He scared the heck out of me swimming pool, explaining it was the three. Soviet Premier Khrushchev’s best place to have conferences because famous pounding of a United Nations when the discussions became too heated Monday April 2nd desk with his shoe was prompted by everyone could jump in the water and Sharp Guy anger at having broken his wrist watch. cool off,” she wrote. It was announced today that Marine So he told Mrs. Drew Pearson, wife “Perhaps I am naïve” she wrote, Private Thomas E. Price son of Mr. and of the famous Washington columnist, “but I have talked to no one who doesn’t Mrs. Jack F. Price, residents of White while she and her husband visited him like him and believe as I do, that he is

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 33 really a man of peace.” scheduled to take on the Freeland VFW, Friday April 6th “My family and friends have on a date which was not yet set. See the USA in a Fairway Chevrolet accused me of being brainwashed. One Both Cusate’s Hotel and the Al Corazza the owner of Fairway friend asked me to leave his house, Freeland VFW were participating in the Motors located at 200 South Street in saying that anyone who could say three weekend State Dart Tournament at Freeland, cordially invited everyone to anything good about the double crossing the Owl Club In Bethlehem, both stop in during the dealerships second s.o.b who started the Korean War was advancing to the semi-finals. The anniversary Open House celebration. not welcome.” matches were in preparation of winning Visitors, who stopped in to see the the title on the upcoming Sunday. modern showrooms and newest The Freeland All-Star team was mechanical facilities used in the service managed by Bernard Kasha and included garage, were given free gifts and the following players: novelties for their children. Mr. Corazza Myrt’s – Francis Gortva, Mike Sluck and was on hand to personally meet Elton Cheeseman everyone. Tuggle’s – Sarge McKinery, T. Mr. Corazza who lived on Alvin Matriccino and B. Marchetti Street in Freeland, operated the Freeland Twin Oaks – Norm Ackerman, Cap and Dairy for eleven years before becoming Bob Poltrock a Chevrolet dealer in March 1960. Since Wednesday April 4th Carsia’s Hotel– Gene Zynel, Tony then the business prospered and became A quiet room in the back please Pitman and Bob Stefanick one of Freeland’s better known little It was announced on this date that On Sunday April 8th Cusate’s industries. two men spent most of the previous representing the Hazleton area won the Seven people were employed by the Sunday afternoon checking into five State Tournament for it’s second time. business at the time, working in the motels in Lehigh and Northampton They defeated the Freeland VFW, Service, Body Work and Sales counties, but they didn’t get much rest. Bethlehem and Exeter. departments. State Police at Bethlehem and The Freeland VFW finished in fifth Trexlertown and the Bethlehem police place. said the man must have spent the night loading a dark blue panel truck with Thursday everything they could move. April 5th. Yesterday, motel owners started to Ring tragedy flood Police with complaints about their On this losses. Police said the loot was worth at date, the body least $2,000. of boxer Benny State police said each of the men (Kid) Paret was registered for separate rooms in each flown to Miami Monday April 9th motel, and they cleaned out each room for burial. A Presidential pitch before they left. total of 20,000 The 1962 baseball season opened on The loot taken included: 10 persons filed this date in Washington D.C. in the new television sets, sheets, bed spreads, past the casket of the twenty four million dollar D.C. stadium lamps, pictures and mirrors from the former welterweight champion in two and President John F. Kennedy was there walls. days at a Bronx funeral home before it to throw out the first ball. Police said they took everything that was taken by hearse to Idlewild Airport. Kennedy showed he still had a lot of wasn’t nailed down, and in one motel Mrs. Lucy Paret, 21 year-old stuff on the ball. He got off what looked they pried bolted television sets from the pregnant widow of the fighter who died like an ordinary first pitch from the first walls. on the past Tuesday ten days after he was base stands but at least a half dozen beaten into a coma by Emile Griffith in a members of the Washington Senators and Tough darts Madison Square Garden title fight, the Detroit Tigers got their hands on it An all-star dart team picked from arrived in Miami earlier to make funeral without managing to hold on. four of five teams in the Freeland Dart arrangements. She was carrying a Finally Marty Kutyna, a Washington League was scheduled on this date to wreath labeled “Champ” which was later pitcher, captured the coveted ball. He play an exhibition practice match against placed on Paret’s casket. just stooped over and picked it up on the Cusate’s Hotel, champs in the first half A seven man committee of the New first base line. race of the Tri-County Dart League, on York Legislature was scheduled to The President arrived wearing the upcoming Thursday at Cusate’s. almost immediately open hearings on neither a hat nor overcoat, as usual, but The Freeland All-Stars were also whether to abolish boxing in the state. before the first inning was over rain THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 34 began to steadily fall. He then put on a the return of National League baseball to hat and coat, while others put up New York after a four-year lapse. umbrellas or left the seats for cover. It was damp and frosty at the At one point in the game play was historic park, deserted by the NY Giants halted and Kennedy took shelter in the after the 1957 season. Rain fell through Senator’s dugout. most of the contest which was played The game was completed with the under the lights all the way with the Senators winning over Detroit by a score temperature in the low 40’s. of 4-1. The historic starting lineup for the Met’s: Richie Ashburn-CF, Felix Tuesday April 10th Mantilla-SS, Charlie Neal-2B, Frank Nittany Nightmare Friday April 13th Thomas-LF, Gus Bell-RF, Jim Marshall- On this date Penn State’s football Nuck Nuck Nuc, wanna dance? 1B, Don Zimmer-3B, Joe Ginsberg-C schedule got a bit rougher. The Grand Theatre in Hazleton and Sherman Jones-P. Miami and Boston Universities, today featured a twin bill worth opponents in 1961 were replaced by Rice remembering. Friday April 27th and The Air Force Academy for play in The first film featured none other That’s our Sonny the upcoming (1962) season. than Chubby Checker, Mr. Twist himself, On this date, the New York State In 1963, the Nittany Lions added backed by a number of the most popular Athletic Commission denied a license to UCLA, Oregon, and Ohio State, while young recording artists of the time, and a Sonny Liston because of the people dropping Navy, Air Force and California. whole slew of “Twist” dancers, in the around him and his own police record. The other 1963 opponents included Rice, romantic comedy “Don’t Knock the The action eliminated New York Army, Syracuse, West Virginia, Twist.” City as the site for Liston’s already Maryland, Holy Cross and Pitt. Chubby Checker himself figured arranged title fight with champion Floyd prominently in the story. With him were Patterson, and may have cost him the Thursday April 12th Lang Jeffries (of TV’s “Rescue 8”) Mari fight entirely. Go west young men Blanchard and Georgine Darcey. Julius November, Patterson’s It was announced today that the Recording artists included Gene lawyer, said the champion would “have Philadelphia Warriors of the National Chandler, Vic Dana, Linda Scott, The to reevaluate the situation” in the light of Basketball Association were moving to Carroll Brothers and the Dovells. the ruling and said that “from a legal San Francisco. Thirteen songs were integrated into view point the contract for the fight is no The story broke a day earlier, when the plot, built around the then current longer valid. the Associated Press through a reliable “Twist” dance sensation. November said the contract signed source, caught wind that owner Eddie The second film featured The Three March 14 by Liston, Patterson and Gottlieb verbally agreed to sell the club, Stooges, the zany trio of movie and TV Championship Sports Inc., as promotors, and had no intentions of changing his fame. The Stooges took a poke at the could be reviewed by all three parties if mind. strongest man in the world in the film they all want to. The source also informed the AP, “The Three Stooges Meet Hercules.” He said Patterson was well aware of that even if the Warriors were sold and The comedy’s plot had the Stooges Liston’s record when he signed for the moved to the West Coast, Gottlieb would time traveling and ending up in ancient fight, but that the fighter would have to still be doing business in Philadelphia Greece; from there everything goes to see if the commission had uncovered any with an NBA franchise. shambles, in the typical way we are all new information about Liston that would Gottlieb was offered $850,000 for use to. make Patterson change his mind. the Warrior franchise by Bernard Patterson hesitated for nearly a year Solomon, spokesman for a West Coast Meet the Mets before he decided to give Liston a shot at syndicate. The Pittsburgh the crown. He made no secret of the fact Although it wasn’t elaborated on by Pirates spoiled the that Liston’s record was the reason. the source, the speculation that Gottlieb’s New York Mets home The three man commission remaining in business would be brought debut on this date, by unanimously turned down Liston’s appli- on by the prediction that the Syracuse sliding and walking to cation made ten days earlier. Nationals team would be folding and a 4-3 victory over Al Bolam, vice president of moving to Philadelphia. Casey Stengel’s new National League Championship Sports Inc., promoter of The predicted move would be in entry in a soggy rain soaked game at the the fight said he was “very surprised” at spite of the Warriors facing a financially Polo Grounds. the ruling “We will have to make losing year. Philadelphia was considered A noisy crowd of 12,447 watched arrangements elsewhere,” he said. a strong spot for the NBA. The commission issued a lengthy THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 35 written explanation of the decision, but none of the three members stayed around Get your mail subscription to the office for the release. Neither Patterson nor Liston were at the commission office when the decision was given. The Freeland Progress The World Heavyweight Title Fight was eventually held in Chicago in PROMOTING LOCAL Comiskey Park on September 25, 1962. Liston Knocked out Patterson at 2:06 of SMALL BUSINESSES & EVENTS the first round. AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE IN Ouch…….The time machine broke $35.00 down and I’m stuck in the year 1962, 1 Year Subscription hopefully I can resolve things soon. 1 Year Subscription 1 Year While I’m here I guess I’ll do another ((1122 IIssssuueess)) 1962 article (May) for next month’s Subscription issue. See you then. 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Photo By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress Local Author Donald Marino was at the Freeland Diner on Wednesday, March 21st and Wednesday, March 28th to meet and greet the fans of his novel, The Return of the Shadows, Book 1. For those who were not able to take advantage of the local events, Marino has scheduled the following book signings for April: Tuesday, April 10th; from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; The Red Zone Sports Bar & Grille, 34 Envision Dr., Mifflintown, PA. Friday, April 13th; 10 a.m. to noon; Fog & On Friday, March 16th, Freeland's Mayor, John Budda Flame Craft Coffee and Expresso Bar, 34 E. Main St., administered the oath of office to Freeland's new Police Chief, Bloomsburg, PA. Saturday, April 21st; from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; Kevin Schuetrumpf. The new chief is looking forward to Barnes & Noble, 421 Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre, PA. working with the police department, council and the residents Friday, April 27th; Juniata County Library, 498 Jefferson St., of the borough. Taking part in the ceremony were (from left): Mifflintown, PA. Additional events will be posted on the book's Councilman Billy DeFrancesco, Schuetrumpf, Budda, Council facebook page: Return of the Shadows by Donald L Marino. President Barbara Tulanowski and Councilwomen Kristen The book is available at Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Myers Witner. Photo By: MARY T. PAGANO/for The Freeland Progress THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 36 Country Music Stars Word Scramble 1 . m t i c g m w r a Smilax 2 . a rc i r e n d e u r o d o w 3 . e g o g r e t a s r t i 4 . a t l o r y w s i t f floral 5 . o t y b e i t k h 6 . r m i n a a d m l a e b t r 7 . l a b k e h e s l o n t shop 8 . b r e a c m n e r t i e 9 . u k l e y b y n a 1 0 . i f a h t l i l h 1 1 . r b a d i p a l e s y Check Out Smilax 1 2 . l l d y o a r p n t o For Your General Floral Needs! 1 3 . a r t g h r o o k b s 1 4 . l e l k y l a r k c o n s 1 5 . i e d k r s n b e l t y e Easter • Mother’s Day 1 6 . r a s a v e a n s Funerals 1 7 . i k h t e r u n a b 1 8 . r m a a n t i c m r b i e d Always free delivery for funerals. 1 9 . s j a n o l a e d n a 2 0 . l l y k e c k p i e l r 1221 West 15th Street 2 1 . k j a e w o n e s HAZLETON, PA 18201 2 2 . l a i o n s r k a s u s 2 3 . i r e c h c u r h c 2 4 . h a s i n a w t a n i (570) 454-0111 2 5 . n k e n y h e c n s y e

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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 38 Freeland Elementary/Middle School Celebrates Read Across America! On March 6, 2018, the second grade students of Freeland Elementary/Middle School held a special presentation to celebrate Read Across America Day. The students performed several songs and recited poems before spending some time reading with their parents. The students all received a free book. Mr. Barletta read an inspiring reading proclamation to the students and parents. Mr. Lagowy shared an excerpt from Oh, The Places You'll Go! A special thanks to all the guests who came to watch the program and celebrate a love of reading.

Skyler Tankalavage reads “The New Puppy from the Black  Gianna Allegretto poses with her mother and shows off her new Lagoon” with his grandmother as part of the second grade book following the second grade Dr. Seuss celebration held at Read Across America program held at Freeland Freeland Elemementary/Middle School. Elementary/Middle School on March 6, 2018.

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Second grade students perform several songs and recite poems as part of their Read Across America Day celebration held on Mr. Barletta, principal of Freeland Elementary/Middle School, March 6, 2018. inspires students and parents with a reading proclamation. THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 39 

  The Potholes in Filing Income Taxes (continued) result in the IRS awarding the proper refund to the proper (Berkheimer collects for EIT, per capital, residential taxes and parent. school taxes), as well as what year, before you call your tax Education Credits...You must have, from an accredited preparer. school, a 1098T in order to claim education credits, both Tax laws as changed are simplified. Your taxable income is refundable and non-refundable. You must be a registered now your earnings less a standard deduction, or itemized if you student as at least half-time. If you have expenses paid to other have deductions greater than the standard amount. Many than the school, you must have receipts to claim them. people will now not be able to itemize, but most are getting the Itemizing Deductions... If you have enough mortgage same refund or a larger refund. interest, property tax, contributions, and qualified medical Dependents are no longer a factor in filing your tax returns expense that you can itemize remember to include as except for credits such as child care expense and credits. Also, deductions your "local taxes (LST, SUI, and Per capita)", there is now a family credit for certain dependents. medical mileage, and mileage for charity. This is the only place Don’t be a taxpayer that is filing an amended return that a taxpayer can claim gambling losses, and only up to the ecause they filed without including all their income and amount that you have winnings deductions. Do not wait until filing time to consult your tax preparer Avoid potholes. Be knowledgeable. on income or deductions that may affect your tax return. Reach out for qualified help, from the start! Receive a notice? Be aware of who the notice is from: the Contact Honest Abe's Taxes today! IRS, the PA Department of Revenue or Berkheimer NUREMBERG PLAYERS ANNOUNCE SEASON, NEW OFFICERS, AND SCHOLARSHIP The Nuremberg Community Players recently held their annual general membership meeting in January where they elected the officers and board of directors for the new year and announced the planned shows and events for the upcoming season. The following were elected as officers for 2018: President – Emerson Lindenmuth, Vice President – Ann Bonacci, Secretary – Rebecca Nenstiel, and Treasurer – Joan Hooper. The follow are board members for 2018: Barbara Bartusik, Leah Miesowitz, George Croll, Brenda Sachleben, Suzanne Croll, Michelle Wysoski, Tisha Demshock, and Todd Statuto. The Players have announced their upcoming performance agenda for 2018 year. The musical, “Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, will be presented on May 11, 12, and 13. This was the very first production ever put on by the Players, and they will be doing it again in 2018 as part of the Players’ 35th anniversary. Auditions for “Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” will be held February 18 and 19 at 6:30pm. Their Summer Children’s Show will be “Beauty and the Beast Jr”, to be performed on June 22, 23 and 24. Their fall show, a murder mystery to be announced later, will be presented on October 12, 13, and 14. The season will be wrapped up in December with a children’s production of “Babes in Toyland” on December 7 and 8. The Nuremberg Community Players are celebrating their 35th anniversary this year. The anniversary will be marked with a celebration called “Celebrate 35”, to be held on April 15 at 3PM. The group has given 35 years of arts and entertainment to the community and will host a special program on that day and invite everyone to attend. The event will be free to the public and will include a preview of a portion of their upcoming production “Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”. In addition, it will include various numbers or portions from many of the Players’ shows from the past 35 years, with the original actors and actresses re- turning to reprise their original roles. The Nuremberg Community Players are offering a $200 scholarship, which is to be used in the pursuit of higher education. This scholarship is open to area high school graduating seniors who have actively participated in music, theater, or arts in and/or outside of their high school. Special consideration will be given to all applicants who actively participate in NCP activities, fundraisers, and/or productions. To obtain an application, please check with your high school guidance counselor, email [email protected], or visit our Facebook page. Applications must be received by April 2nd to be considered. All auditions, performances, and events will be held at the theatre at 283 Hazle Street in Nuremberg. For more information, call the theater at 570-384-4309, or watch our Facebook page.

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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 42 Horoscope for April 2018 By “Mystic” Jim Monthly Message Libra: September 23rd thru October 22nd about the intention and energy aspects of it all. Hello! Happy Easter or Ostara. As you will soon (Cardinal Air Sign) Rule by Uranus. I am pleased that all of the moon phases are finally beginning Earth: The Realm of the Mundane: The New see by reading this, April is going to be a conflu- Moon arrives on April 15th thus ending ence of energies and emotions because of all of to line up on the calendar, and are beginning to move foreword, but I feel that a lot of you are Mercury’s retrograde! This event is to be taken at the cosmic events happening this month! Add to more than face value, but don’t be frozen by fear that the very fact that Easter Sunday and April overly concerned with secrets. True everyone has secrets, things to be protected, but most secrets, of the unknown, live life and remember that it Fool’s Day occur on the same day! Believe me does go on! the perversity of that was not lost on me, there’s like idle talk are not worth the breath the take up! probably a joke in there somewhere, but I won’t Scorpio: October 23rd thru November 21st Air: The Realm of Communication: The First be pursuing it, not in this area. But aside from (Fixed Water Sign) Ruled by Pluto. As we have Quarter moon arrives on April 22nd and it too that, try to stay as calm as possible, keep you already seen, Pluto’s retrograde begins this might appear more like a Half-Moon! Go forth and yours as grounded as possible, and enjoy month and has a lot of forces and energies at will all of your convictions and beliefs and take the sacredness of the holiday as well as the odds too, all of which strikes at our emotional every opportunity to connect with any and all season now upon us! Be safe and live well, as core and the expressions that will come out will positive natural forces available to you! it’s the best revenge, is it no?! largely be tinged with anguish grief and, very Water: The Realm of the Spiritual: The Full Aires: March 21st thru April possibly rage! So pull back, and draw within find Moon arrives on April 29th. And coincides with 19th (Cardinal Fire Sign) Ruled whatever gives you the most peace and insight; the annual Solar Eclipse happening on the same by Mars. April is a most sacred as we Scorpio’s are going to take quite a beating day. Think of it as a balancing act of energies month for the Christianized this month! between Lord Sun and Lady Moon. The Full world and the cosmos wants Sagittarius: November 22nd thru December Moon is also old Hare Moon thus ending you to remember that heaven in 21st (Mutable Fire Sign) Ruled by Jupiter. As you hibernation! As you will soon see, the energies the form of mother Mary is well know the largest part of you personality is will be quite messed up, probably until the end of there for the protection and well being of all of passion, but you too are feeling pushed to the month causing strife and arguments, us! extremes, even moving to another location, and therefore trust your gut and try to see both sides Taurus: April 20th thru May 20th (Fixed Earth it’s not you it’s the overwhelming emotions and of the situation and proceed in the best way Sign) Ruled by Venus. Due to the overwhelming over actions of others, so maybe a little break or possible, we’re all in this together, remember! cosmic energies that will be present this month vacation is just what you need, remember this is try to stay as balanced and even as possible, but only temporary. Knowing where trouble comes Retrograde Planets & Eclipses remember to be a bit firmer and more resolute from is usually half the battle. The Mercury retrograde finally ends on the 15th than normal. Your sanity will thank you for it! of the month. Maybe all of our phones and Capricorn: December 22nd thru January 19th computers will start working again! Jupiter’s Gemini: May 21st thru June 20th (Mutable Air (Cardinal Earth Sign) Ruled by Saturn. Even as Retrograde that began on March 8th is still Sign) Ruled by Mercury. April is here and the the seasons are progressing, the stress and the ongoing until July 10th affecting religious issues messengers are hard at work! Apparently it will workload seems to be increasing too; at least and learning, happening in Sagittarius and be necessasary to do a fair amount of reflection that’s the way it seems to you! April is going to Pisces, but Scorpio’s will be most affected! Next on a number of fronts and THEN make our best be a month of extremes, whether yours of those we have Saturn’s Retrograde occurring from plans for success, as there any one of a number of others, so draw a line in the sand, so to speak April 17th until September 6th striking the poor of natural and cosmic forces at odds this month. and insulate yourself from emotional onslaught! and disadvantaged Scorpio’s the hardest. Lastly we have Pluto’s Retrograde (not the Disney Cancer: June 21st thru July 22nd (Cardinal Aquarius: January 20th thru February 18th character, Ok) occurring between April 22nd and Water Sign) Ruled by the Moon. Always (Fixed Air Sign) Ruled by Uranus. With all of the September 30th affecting statistics involving stouthearted and gregarious, but all of us crap that’s going to happen this month I wish to birth and death records most notably; and particularly you will feel quite unhinged and talk to you about freedom. Because you all have happening in Scorpio too! adrift, but go within and find your inner strength; the ability to remain calm and stay grounded, There is only one solar eclipse happening on in short be the warrior as we have a duty to keep because of that innateness I applaud that ability, April 29th, the same day as the Full Moon cycle, all of our sanity and sensibilities intact in order but go deeper, as insulation is going to be the thereby equalizing energies between Sun and for us to function well! best course of action thus far. Moon. Also there are no more Lunar eclipses Leo: July 23rd thru August 22nd (Fixed Fire scheduled for the remainder of 2018! Sign) Ruled by the Sun. Because of all of the Pisces: February 19th thru March 20th (Mutable conflicting energies present and operating this Water Sign) Ruled by Neptune. Knowing you The article you’ve just read was written for a very wide month, I expect that you will feel quite on edge Pisceans as well as I do, a lot of your innermost audience. So in the event that you’d like a personal reading this month; and well I know that you Leo’s are a traits run deep, but you tend to have a bit of or consultation, or have a group that would be interested in having a reading party. Book your parties or private very competitive bunch, therefore I implore you tunnel vision when it comes to inspiration. A lot sessions now as the faire season has already begun! If to step back, way back if you must and avoid the of it is happening around you but your ability to you’d like to have a copy of my faire schedule, one is contention and rivalries whether real or not and internalize it is lacking just now, so widen your available upon request reply by phone or text to: (570) avoid them at all costs. scope and ADAPT what you see and feel, it might 599-0143. To request a copy of my faire schedule e-mail me take you out of your comfort zone temporarily, at [email protected] . Thanks for your continues interest Virgo: August 23rd thru September 22nd and support! (Mutable Earth Sign) Ruled by Mercury. Because but the gain will be well worth it! Mercury’s retrograde is ending this month it will Also the second faire of the year is: April 28th and 29th Elemental Forces and Moon Whole Earth Faires give you the chance to breathe a bit easier this Venue: The Genetti Hotel and Conference Center month, but there is a lot of other stuff happening Phases And Retrogrades 77 East Market Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702 as well. I know that you are largely a calm and Fire: The Realm of Passions: The Last Quarter Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. handle multi-tasking well, but all of that is in the Moon arrives on April 8th and because of the This is a newer, larger venue for this faire, so the public will mundane, as usual, so I ask you to reflect of the season of the year (supposedly Spring) it might be treated to more readers, vendors and craftspeople—save spiritual more this month as it is probably the appear as more of a Half-Moon! And remember, the date as we expect large crowds for this event! only respite available for the present! we do things out of necessisity. 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THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 44 Kid’s Page By Regina R. Drasher Spring Word Find Fishing Season Craft It's Spring! Search the letter grid below and find the word Fishing season starts in April. Here is a fun fishing game SPRING - it's there 20 times! Answers on page 46 . you can make and play at home!         YOU WILL NEED:            a stick or dowel about 2 feet long        string about 2 feet long magnet            construction paper   crayons or markers    paper clips

         1). Trace the fish pattern onto construction paper.          Cut out and decorate.        2). Place a paper clip on each fish near the mouth.

3). Tie one end of the string onto the end of the stick. Can you answer the riddle? 4). Tie the magnet to the other end of the string. This riddle is so old, I remember it from when I was a little 5). Scatter the fish on the floor and go fishing! girl! Be creative! - Make different types of fish - even crabs and "If April showers bring Mayflowers, what do Mayflowers turtles! Make an ocean fishing game, with a whale, sea bring?" shell, octopus and jellyfish. Put numbers on the fish and keep score. Put the fish in a bucket to fish from. Put trivia questions on the fish, even math! Answer on page 46.

Easter Egg Hunt A lot of eggs were hidden in the grass! But, one ladybug is in there too! See if you can find her. CALLING ALL GRADE SCHOOL KIDS! The Freeland Progress needs your help! We would like to put some artwork - of the season or a holiday - on our cover each month. Please help us by sending your artwork on a standard 8-1/2 x 11 piece of paper, along with your name and age. One contribution will appear on the cover each month. ALL contributions will be posted on our Facebook page. You can mail your artwork to The Freeland Progress, 103 Rotary Drive, West Hazleton, PA 18202 or email to [email protected]. We can't wait to see the artwork you send us!

THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 45 COUNTRY MUSIC STARS ANSWERS Word Scramble Answers APRIL 1 . T i m M c G r a w Word Search Answers 2 . C a r r i e U n d e r w o o d By Regina R. Drasher 3 . G e o r g e S t r a i t 4 . Ta y l o r S w i f t 5 . To b y K e i t h 6 . M i r a n d a L a m b e r t 7 . B l a k e S h e l t o n 8 . R e b a M c E n t i r e 9 . L u k e B r y a n 1 0 . F a i t h H i l l 1 1 . B r a d P a i s l e y 1 2 . D o l l y P a r t o n 1 3 . G a r t h B r o o k s 1 4 . K e l l y C l a r k s o n 1 5 . D i e r k s B e n t l e y 1 6 . S a r a E v a n s 1 7 . K e i t h U r b a n 1 8 . M a r t i n a M c B r i d e 1 9 . J a s o n A l d e a n 2 0 . K e l l y P i c k l e r 2 1 . J a k e O w e n s 2 2 . A l i s o n K r a u s s SPRING 2 3 . E r i c C h u rc h 2 4 . S h a n i a Tw a i n Word Search Answers 2 5 . K e n n y C h e s n e y By Regina R. Drasher Answer to: Can You Guess What This View is of from 3500 Feet in Pennsylvania? On hold until the plane goes back up.

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(570) 636-1530 Gerlach Excavating...... (570) 956-1367 Photography by BEAUTY SALON / BARBER FITNESS Mary T. Pagano ...... (570) 233-1851 Alicia Delfine’s Freeland YMCA...... (570) 636-3640 PLUMBING / HEATING Beauty Shoppe...... (570) 636-2766 FLEA MARKET / ANTIQUES R.L. Marchetti Plumbing...... (570) 455-7335 Sandy’s Hair Net-Work ...... (570) 636-9892 Maz’s General Store & Ray’s Heating & Plumbing... (570) 249-4708 Total Envy Hair Salon...... (570) 636-2164 Antiques...... (570) 436-3254 PRINTING BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTOR FLORIST KnightTime Media...... (570) 401-1798 Jimbo’s Freeland Party Joy-Ful Things ...... (570) 636-0671 REALTOR Beverage...... (570) 636-0400 ...... (570) 956-1476 North Penn Realty...... (570) 636-0459 BOUTIQUE FREELAND PROGRESS RESTAURANTS / TAVERNS / CATERING Sparkles Gift Shop ...... (570) 401-2090 Regina Drasher...... (570) 788-2462 Antonio’s Pizza ...... (570) 443-9776 BOWLING Ron Harkins...... (570) 751-3287 Bonanza Steakhouse...... (570) 454-8767 St. Michael’s Bowling Lanes Mary T. Pagano ...... (570) 233-1851 Boscov’s Restaurant ...... (570) 455-9561 and Banquet Hall ...... (570) 636-1530 Shari Roberts...... (570) 401-1798 Evan’s Roadhouse...... (570) 788-8888 CHIROPRACTOR FUNERAL HOME Freeland Diner...... (570) 636-1708 Dr. Robert Ottaviani, D.C. ... (570) 636-1132 McHugh-Wilczek Funeral Garden Chen...... (570) 636-1515 CHURCHES Home...... (570) 636-0540 Jackie’s Restaurant & Good Shepherd Church...... (570) 788-3141 ...... (570) 578-6600 Catering ...... (570) 708-3090 Our Lady of Immaculate McNulty Funeral Home...... (570) 636-3330 Joe’s Homemade Pierogies (570) 455-6889 Conception Parish...... (570) 636-3035 FUEL / OIL / COAL ...... (570) 436-1664 St. John’s Reformed U.C.C... (570) 636-3536 Rossi Coal Company...... (570) 455-7424 Lora’s Grilled Beef & St. Mary’s Byzantine Stower Coal, Oil, Propane.... (570) 636-0503 Cheddar & More...... (570) 636-3157 Catholic Church...... (570) 636-0700 Streit Coal Delivery and Mary’s Purple Rose Cafe..... (570) 636-1363 St. Michael’s Orthodox S&S Fuel Service ...... (570) 788-5683 Renee’s Cold Cut Hut...... (570) 215-0057 Church...... (570) 636-2085 Tom Petrick Heating Svc...... (570) 636-9853 The Garlic Knot...... (570) 636-3111 CONSTRUCTION GROCERS / FARM MARKET The Other Side Bar & Grille. (570) 636-1055 Chris’s General Remodeling. (570) 497-9857 Burger’s Farm Market...... (570) 788-1773 SEWING / SEAMSTRESS Dave Supon Construction Carone’s Shur-Save Market. (570) 636-2000 Designs Unlimited ...... (570) 636-2784 SCHOOLS / TRAINING & Roofs ...... (570) 582-8540 Renee’s Cold Cut Hut...... (570) 215-0051 MMI Preparatory School..... (570) 636-1108 ...... (570) 459-2992 Thomas Farm ...... (570) 788-2571 NSB Trainers...... (570) 582-4556 Gerlach Construction ...... (570) 636-1813 HEALTHCARE / REHAB SCREEN PRINTING / T-SHIRTS R.P. Construction ...... (570) 233-8246 Lehigh Valley Health Ntwk .. 888-402-LVHN AK Graphics...... (570) 636-1514 White Wood Renovations.... (570) 861-2141 Weatherwood Healthcare SNOW PLOWING You Name It Handyman Svs . (570) 579-4013 & Rehabilitation...... (570) 427-8683 R.P. Construction ...... (570) 233-8246 CLEANING & FLOOR REFINISHING INSURANCE STATE REPRESENTATIVE Knecht Janitorial ...... (570) 384-2444 Paul A. Urenovich Gerald Mullery...... (570) 636-3500 COSTUME RENTALS Insurance Agency...... (570) 636-0680 TAXIDERMY Designs Unlimited ...... (570) 636-2784 JEWELER Bill Allen’s Taxidermy ...... (570) 443-9166 Antonia’s Jewelry & Repair (570) 497-4321 CUSTOM HOME BUILDERS VETERINARIAN Fellin’s Jewelry & Gifts ...... (570) 454-7341 Charles Maso & Sons, Inc. . (570) 636-1366 Northeast Animal Hospital .. (570) 636-1877 KITCHEN & BATH CENTER DANCE STUDIO V.F.W. Charles Maso & Sons, Inc. .. (570) 636-1366 A & M Ballroom Dance...... (570) 956-6418 V. F. W. Post 5010...... (570) 636-0160 Keystone Ballet Academy ... (570) 582-9100 LIBRARY Tip Tap Toe Dance Studio .... (570) 578-6836 Freeland Branch of the Hazleton ...... (570) 233-0104 Public Library...... (570) 636-2125 THE FREELAND PROGRESS PAGE 47 T h i n k S p r i n g !

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