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NEWS Baseball Field Fees Increased Residents and non-residents Candidates lined up for primary will now pay different amount to ampaign signs are beginning The seven-member County sented by three Del- use fields.Page 2 Cto spring up around the coun- Council consists of two At-large egates, each serving ty – a sure sign that the primary for members and five district mem- four-year terms. Can- Liberty Re-allocates Funds County Executive, County Council bers. Candidates who have filed for didates who have filed Re-allocation designed to and all the elected offices are right the At-large seats on the Repub- for these seats include accommodate, more fairly, fire departments that make calls to around the corner. lican ticket include Emmitsburg Republicans Jesse Pip- the Township. Page 3 In 2012 the voters in Freder- News-Journal columnist Justin Kis- py, Barrie Ciliberti and ick County approved the proposed ka, Philip Dacey, Danny Farrar and Dan Cox, and Demo- Needle Exchange Program change of governance from a Board Jason Miller. On the Democratic crats Ysela Bravo, Lois Considered of Commissioners to a charter form side, former County Commission- Jarman, and Ryan Thurmont considers allowing of government. Jan Gardner eas- er and Thurmont resident Kai Ha- Smith. Democrat Jes- drug users to exchange used ily defeated Blaine Young for the gen, Emmitsburg resident Mark sica Douglass will be needles for clean ones. Page 4 County Executive position, but a Long, Susan Reeder Jessee, Kavonet seeking to unseat the Fountaindale Fire belief that the Republican major- Duckett and Galen Clagett have Michael Hough for Company Banquet ity on the County Council should tossed their hats into the ring. Cur- State Senate. Fountaindale honors those who embrace Young’s goals, in spite of rent Council President Bud Otis In addition, there is a serve our communities. Page 22 their rejection by the voters, led to has chosen to retain his indepen- full suite of candidates a spilt in the Republican majority dent stance and will be announcing running for the Board Frederick YMCA’s resulting in discord that has ham- his election intentions mid-March. of Education, including Sports Hall Of Fame pered the Council’s effectiveness. Council District Five seat, which Edison Hatter, a Catoc- Seven standout athletes were The need to improve the civility on, includes all of northern Frederick tin High School Senior inducted, including former Catoctin High Senior, Edison Hatter, is Catoctin track coach Zack and the effectiveness of, the Coun- County, will be an open seat, as De- and the Emmitsburg an impressive young man and definitely Johnson. Page 25 ty Council is an underlying theme lauter has given the seat up to run News-Journal’s Sports deserves your vote for a slot on the for almost all running for the Coun- for County Executive. Emmitsburg Editor. Edison is an im- Frederick County School Board. COMMENTARY cil this year. native Will Valentine will contest pressive young candidate Words From Winterbilt In the County Executive race, Walkersville native Michael Blue for and definitely deserves be offering all candidates the op- Is the President a racist, Jan Gardner will be running un- the Republican slot, while Shannon a look. Voters will also be asked to portunity to submit articles allow- or simply using freedom of opposed on the Democratic tick- Bohrer, Emmitsbsurg News-Jour- choose candidates for Sherriff, State ing them to introduce themselves speech? Page 12 et, so all eyes will be on the three- nal’s “Words From Winterbilt” com- Attorney, Clerk of Circuit Court, to the voters in the northern part of way race on the Republican ticket mentary columnist, is running un- Judge of the Orphans’ Court, and the county. Down Under between Regina Williams, Kathy contested on the Democratic ticket. Register of Wills. This year’s primary will occur on Can a tragedy finally force Congress into action on gun Afzali, and current County Coun- For state representatives, North- As we have done in past elections, June 26th, with early voting begin- control? Page 13 cilman Kirby Delauter. ern Frederick County is repre- the Emmitsburg News-Journal will ning June 21st.

ARTICLES The Book Of Days Adams County embraces youth fire fighters Tradition and truth – the tale of Norie’s Law. Page 11 ire department junior pro- The future of the fire service is in ourselves at Fountain- Fgrams are taking off in Adams their hands and it is important to dale on a ‘family’ atmo- The Retired Ecologist County in hopes of engendering capture the love for helping oth- sphere. It has been my An ecological look at Ameri- an appreciation for volunteer- ers while being actively involved in extreme honor to men- can’s attachment to guns may ism in the community at a young the community at an early age. As tor the juniors in our offer a logical solution. Page 14 age. The success of these programs members of Junior Programs, department and we look In The Country was highlighted in February when young men and women are taught forward to having some After years of decline, the Florida Colleen Rudisill and Lida Fitz many valuable skills that they can new younger members Panther population is finally show- proudly graduated from the Foun- use for the rest of their lives. Team- ‘fill the boots’ of those ing promise of growth. Page 15 taindale Fire Department’s Junior work, volunteerism, camaraderie juniors who have now Program to become adult mem- and commitment to a greater cause turned 18.” Real Science bers of the Fire Department. are just a few of the things that Additionally, Adams A look at some recent develop- ments in space science. Page 16 Both Rudisill and Fitz joined can impact their lives in a positive and Franklin Counties as junior members in 2014. With way. Additionally, many friend- now offer Junior Fire- Pets family ties to volunteerism in the ships are created when young men fighter Cadet Acad- Abandoning pets happens too Fountaindale Fire Department, and women join volunteer fire de- emies where a junior Colleen Rudisill and Lida Fitz graduated often. Page 18 Rudisill became involved as a ju- partments. The skills and life les- member spends a week from the Fountaindale Fire Department’s nior member as soon as she turned sons learned as junior members in the summer learn- Junior Program in February. Junior World War I fourteen. Her parents are both ad- will stick with them as they begin ing fire and EMS skills, programs are a vital aspect to keeping March 1918 – With Russia out of volunteer fire departments viable. the war, Germany gambles all ministrative officers with the Fire building lives of their own. team building exercises, on the Western Front. Page 26 Department; in fact, her father Many fire departments across discipline and respect. served as the Company’s Cap- both Adams and Frederick Coun- The first Junior Firefighter Cadet Whether you live in Pennsylva- Cooking tain for many years. Fitz learned ties currently have growing Junior Academy in Adams County was a nia or Maryland, if you’re interest- Tips and recipes for making about becoming a member of the Programs. As a junior member huge success last August and vol- ed in becoming a junior firefight- delicious homemade bread. junior program through friends there are numerous opportunities unteers look forward to the next er, drop by your local fire station Page 31 already involved in the Depart- to obtain certified fire and EMS academy this summer. to learn more. Four Years At The Mount ment. Understanding the impor- training classes, as well as helping Our writers reflect on historical tance of volunteerism, both Fitz at various department functions. PRE-SORTED events that happened in March. and Rudisill joined with a desire All junior members are encour- STANDARD Page 34 to help their community. aged to attend monthly Depart- U.S. Postage It is very important now, more ment meetings, station work de- Postal Customer PAID Sports than ever, to have young men and tails and fundraisers. As noted by Recap of Catoctin High’s track Gettysburg, PA women become active volunteers Fountaindale Fire Department and field run in the state cham- Permit No. 53 pionships. Page 40 in their local fire departments. volunteer Sarah Ginn, “We pride 2 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 EMMITSBURG NEWS Baseball field fees increased ast year, the Emmitsburg Board use for a league with an address based tice, games and potentially tourna- Lof Commissioners voted to be- in the Emmitsburg voting district is ments. All children are invited and gin charging a fee, for residents of $50 per team per field per season. A welcome to be a part of Thurmont Emmitsburg town as well as non-residents, to use non-resident league will be charged Little League, as their goal is to get news-journal the town’s pavilions. Then, during $100 per team per field per season. more children actively involved in last month’s February town meeting, Tournament use for a youth team, the sport of baseball while harness- P.O. Box 543 the Board discussed increasing the ages seventeen and under, is $50 per ing a community spirit of together- Emmitsburg, Maryland 21727 fee to use the baseball fields. day, and an adult team is $75 per day. ness. Thurmont Little League also 301-471-3306 The intent, by increasing the fees Additionally, proof of non-profit sta- noted a level of commitment to www.emmitsburg.com of renting the pavilions and base- tus and liability insurance may be re- starting a softball team for Emmits- ball fields, is to address the cost of quired upon application submission. burg children. This is an important emmitsburg.net, taneytown.net, woodsboro.net mythurmont.net, myfairfield.net, & mygettysburg.net maintaining the parks in order to be Emmitsburg has six fields available factor to some Board members. able to provide the best parks avail- for use, and interested persons are The other interested organization able. Town staff prepared a policy to given permission on a first come first is Mid Maryland United Baseball, News, events, history; and culture for the Historic Toms Creek Hundred geograph- be voted upon, which in turn would serve basis, with first priority given to which is the largest growing orga- ical area; Emmitsburg, Zora, Carroll Valley, Fairfield, Greenmont, Harney, Rocky also affect the current Streets, Side- residents living in the voting district nization in Maryland. They are in- Ridge, Detour, St. Anthony’s, Zentz Mill, and Thurmont. The Emmitsburg News Journal is published the first day of every month by Toms Creek Hundred LLC. walks and Public Places Code. Some of Emmitsburg. terested in using three fields three changes to the existing Code includ- Both the ordinance and the poli- days a week. A representative from Senior Advisors: ed: changing the location to sub- cy were adopted. Some concern was Mid Maryland United noted that Eric Glass, Taney Corporation mit all applications, which is now voiced about raising the fees and the the organization is about the kids, Dan Reaver, Emmitsburg Glass the Town office, one week prior to chance that interested users may be getting more kids involved in base- Bo and Jean Cadle, Former Publishers of the Emmitsburg Dispatch the desired use or activity start date; turned off from the increase. Com- ball, while giving back to the com- Kathryn Franke, MSMU Class of 2013, MBA Class of 2015 and the same field can’t be reserved missioner President Tim O’Donnell munity. They noted a desire to re- Executive Editor: Michael Hillman, [email protected] for seven consecutive days (one day noted that the policy could be mod- vitalize the Emmitsburg home team Managing Editor: Sarah Muir, MSMU Class of 2018 must remain open for public use. ified in the future if people seem to by re-building a baseball team in English Editor: Julianna Mastromatteo, MSMU Class of 2016, MAT Class of 2018 The original policy had a flat rate be driven away from using the fields. Emmitsburg, as it was before. Mid News Reporter: Danielle Ryan, PSU Class of 2015 charge of $25 to use of any of the ball During the same meeting, Town Maryland would also be interested Sports Editor: Edison Hatter fields. The new policy breaks down Manager Cathy Willets also briefed in hosting at least two yearly base- the fees further, separating charges the Board on ball field requests al- ball clinics in town, which could Advertising: Sharon Graham, [email protected] dependent upon their specified use ready received from two interest- potentially get more kids interested Graphic Design and layout: Brian Barth, timebombstudios.com and resident versus non-resident sta- ed organizations: Thurmont Little and involved in baseball. Photographer: John Zuke tus. As proposed, single day use for League and Mid Maryland Unit- After discussing both requests Letters to the Editor, notice of upcoming events, news stories, and interesting and a non -profit organization is $10 per ed Baseball. O’Donnell asked if both organiza- creative articles are welcome and may be submitted via regular U.S. Mail to P.O. box hour. The fee is 100% refundable if In January Town staff received an tions’ schedules could be managed 543, Emmitsburg, MD 21727, or by email to [email protected]. the field and surrounding areas are email from Emmitsburg Baseball by town staff. Willets suggested the left in good condition. Single day use and Softball concerning their merg- Board approve the application for Proudly printed by the Gettysburg Times for residents from the Emmitsburg er with Thurmont Little League. Mid Maryland United, which com- voting district is $10 per hour, with However, regardless of the merg- mitted to three specific fields. Then, made a motion to accept Mid Mary- Little League to use the remaining 50% of the fee being refunded if left er, Thurmont Little League still ex- at a later time, the Board can as- land United’s request to utilize their three fields in the complex. All voted in good condition. Non-residents pressed an interest in using three sess any further requests, including specified baseball fields, and made a in favor of both motions with Com- will be charged $20 per hour. League of Emmitsburg’s fields for prac- Thurmont Little League. The Board second motion to allow Thurmont missioner Joe Ritz abstaining.

portation (buses), Para transit (for se- der to keep this trip and potentially niors and/or disabled residents), and add additional afternoon trips, more Emmitsburg news-briefs. . . commuter services are all available. people need to begin showing inter- Emmitsburg multi-user O’Donnell noted that they are these trails during trail cleaning days There is an abundance of connector est. The Emmitsburg shuttle that trail receives extension looking to modify one of the ex- throughout the year. routes that run throughout Frederick runs through Thurmont into Freder- During the February town meet- isting trails by adding to it in order In order to proceed with the trail County that re accessible to residents ick city also runs once in the morning ing Commissioner President Tim to, hopefully, make the trail easier expansion, the Trail Conservancy using TransIT. and then returns in the evening. O’Donnell briefed the Emmitsburg to access from one end to the oth- asked for permission to flag the po- As part of this public transport sys- Board of Commissioners on the prog- er. The trail being modified is the or- tential route. The Board unanimous- tem, TransIT recently started pilot- For any residents interested in learning ress of the upcoming trail expansion ange trail (on the trail map), which ly accepted the trail flagging. More ing a midday trip, as requested by the more about what transportation ser- of the Emmitsburg multi-user trail. leads from the closest point in town information regarding trail construc- public and town of Thurmont. So far, vices are available to them, information A year and a half ago, in May at Annadale Road, crosses Crystal tion will come in the future, closer to Kendall noted that there is a lack of can be accessed at the town office, on the of 2016, Emmitsburg received a Fountain Road, and comes out close the spring. participation from Emmitsburg resi- town’s website or online at www.Freder- $30,000 state grant, which was orig- to Rainbow Lake. The current trail dents for the midday trip, and in or- ickCountyMD.gov/TransIT. inally accepted to fund additional sig- is hard to manage and more diffi- Transportation nage throughout the town’s multi-us- cult, which may turn some hikers initiatives update er trail system, additional parking, off from using it, so the hope would Kendall Tiffany, the Community Re- as well as the construction of anoth- be to allow it to be more accessible to lations Manager for TransIT, provided er trail. However, the trail grant was a larger range of people. an update on the public transporta- later modified through the Trail Con- The current trail system consists of tion services available for all Emmits- servancy and State Highway Admin- five trails of varying degrees of difficul- burg residents. istration and the monies will now be ty for both hikers and bikers. A num- Currently, Emmitsburg residents entirely used for the construction of ber of these trails were paid for with have the ability to take advantage of an expansion upon one of the exist- the help of the Trail Conservancy, and the many services offered by Fred- ing trails. dedicated volunteers help maintain erick County TransIT. Public trans- MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 3 FAIRFIELD/CARROLL VALLEY NEWS

low noted that Peck’s combined role Liberty Township looks to re-allocate funds as Secretary and Treasurer is very ver the past two months, year Fairfield responded to fifteen distribute the tax monies different- According to Secretary Wen- stressful and is a lot of work for OLiberty Township Supervi- fire calls and 798 EMS calls in Lib- ly in the future. dy Peck, these checks were found one person to handle single-hand- sors have been looking at the dis- erty Township. They cover approx- During the same meeting, Su- over a year ago and were submitted edly. Peck has been organizing the tribution of the fire tax monies and imately 78% of the EMS calls and pervisors voted to allocate funds for along with other documents to Kar- Township’s files, which is a huge job may be looking to re-allocate these 82% of the fire calls in the township. additional hours to the Township’s en Frey, Ph.D at Gettysburg College, in itself on top of her normal du- funds next year to accommodate, On the other hand, the VHC only three Auditors. 50 additional hours who conducted a forensic investiga- ties as Secretary and Treasurer. Bar- more fairly, the appropriate fire de- made five fire calls to the Township at ten dollars per hour are being giv- tion on the Township’s financial im- low even discussed hiring someone partments that make calls to the and Fountaindale only made elev- en to each auditor. This adds anoth- proprieties. However, questions arose temporarily to a part time position, Township. en calls. Blue Ridge Summit also re- er $1,500 to this year’s budget. This as to why these undeposited checks until some of the catch-up work in Liberty Township has a bud- sponds to emergencies in Liberty, could be viewed as money well spent were never mentioned in the report the Township has been completed. get line item for fire tax monies in and covers approximately 30% of in the township, because it was re- released last fall. Supervisor Jackson stated that hir- the amount of $30,000 that is split the EMS calls, but does not currently vealed that the Township’s Auditors In other Liberty Township news, ing another employee is a financial evenly between Fairfield Fire De- receive any tax monies from Liberty. discovered seven checks written to Supervisor Barlow discussed the issue. “The Township really can’t partment, Fountaindale Fire De- The fire tax has already been the township that were never depos- possibility of creating a part time afford it this year,” stated Jackson. partment, and the Vigilant Hose set for this year, at an equal dis- ited. These checks have been in the position in order to assist Peck. One Both Jackson and Bostek decid- Company (VHC) in Emmitsburg. tribution of $10,000 for Fairfield, township’s possession for over a year, of the recommendations that came ed against discussing this topic fur- However, Supervisor Mickey Bar- Fountaindale and the VHC, but all and Supervisor Barlow questioned out of the forensic investigation was ther during the meeting, and men- low dug a little deeper this year and Supervisors agreed that these mon- fellow Supervisors Bob Jackson and to separate the Treasurer and Secre- tioned that they would need to look found that Fairfield makes the most ies should be re-evaluated for next John Bostek as to why he just now tary positions, but Supervisors have further into the finances to make a calls, by far, to the township. Last year’s budget. Liberty may look to learned of their existence. chosen not to follow through. Bar- decision.

Tree City USA status could pro- and tree species allowable. Fairfield area news-briefs. . . vide the borough more opportu- Council seemed on board with Hamiltonban Township Petition sought for Orchard Rd. done on their end. Seeing this as nities to receive funding for future the idea of becoming a Tree City raises taxes intersection changes an unacceptable answer, petitions projects and it is also a great way USA community, but asked staff Hamiltonban Township’s The intersection of Orchard Rd. and information were sent to State to get more residents actively to amend the tree ordinance to $779,635.00 budget included a and Route 16 has been a major Senators and Representatives in involved in the community. The specify which sections apply to tax increase by one quarter of one source of vehicular accidents hopes of raising more awareness Tree Board, as proposed, would home owners and which apply percent (0.25 mills) for a gen- for the past several years. More for this issue. consist of five members appointed to the borough. This should eral millage rate of 1.4859. The recently, on February 9, just three by the Council. The tree ordi- provide more clarity to the ordi- tax increase would mean approx- weeks after a fatal accident on Carroll Valley considers nance amendments outline appro- nance, which will be adver- imately $50 additionally each res- January 19, which took the life of Tree City USA status priate distances and clearances for tised for official vote during the ident would pay every year. As an eleven-year-old girl, a young The Carroll Valley Borough planting trees, public tree care, March meeting. Supervisor Chairman Bob Gor- man was seriously injured in a car Council voted to advertise an don noted, Hamiltonban Town- accident involving himself and a ordinance that would establish a ship hasn’t increased taxes in tractor-trailer. Residents of Lib- tree board and amend their cur- twelve years. This increase would erty Township are tired of see- rent tree ordinance during their provide approximately $61,000 ing accidents occur at the same February meeting. The unoffi- more to the Township’s budget, location without any interven- cial tree board, headed by Car- which would be used to help pay tion from the state to make safety roll Valley resident Lori Kolenda, for some of the projects this year. changes. has been researching the require- Projects in the works for this In 2014, the Township peti- ments and benefits of becom- year include the Hickory Bridge tioned PennDOT to so some- ing a Tree City USA community. Road Bridge repair, of which thing that would help decrease the Four requirements must be met in Hamiltonban Township will pay number of accidents at this inter- order to do become certified: the half (approximately $50,000) section. The only outcome was a establishment of a Tree Board or towards the construction; radio decrease in the speed limit along Department, the establishment upgrades for all trucks to be com- Route 16 from 55 mph to 50 and implementation of a Tree Care patible with the County 911 sys- mph. After the more recent acci- Ordinance, the establishment of tem at an approximate cost of dents, residents and Township a Community Forestry Program $12,000 and the refurbishment officials decided to once again with an Annual Budget of at least of the township John Deere trac- petition the state to construct a two dollars Per Capita, and an tor which has a new Tiger mower turning lane on Route 16. After Arbor Day Observance and Proc- attachment, costing approxi- being run through the gambit of lamation. During the meeting, mately $17,000 for both. state road officials, including the Council voted to make a move on Additionally, Hamiltonban traffic division of PennDOT, Lib- two of these requirements: estab- Township also approved a two erty Township Supervisor Mickey lishing an official tree board and percent pay raise for its four full- Barlow was told that PennDOT making amendments to an already time employees. This motion is “cant help you with that situa- existing ordinance regarding tree On February 10th, the Boy Scout Eagle Badge was retroactive to the first payroll in tion, that’s a township road issue,” care in the Borough. awarded to Bradford Glen Shughart of Fairfield, at the Fairfield Boy Scout Troop 76 Court of Honor Ceremony. January of this year. and there isn’t much more to be Kolenda noted that having the 4 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 THURMONT NEWS Capital project budget amendments approved hurmont Commissioners were a backhoe in the Waste Water De- Joyce also mentioned that she would er, which was purchased earlier in istrative Officer Jim Humerick stated Tgiven a presentation of the town’s partment that cost $4,951. This re- be conducting an audit on all phone 2017. $228,003 was moved from that there are infrastructure deficien- budget halfway through the fiscal year, pair bumped the originally budgeted services currently utilized by the town. the FY18 General Fund to the Streets cies being found all around town. and while on track overall, there are $4,300 to $7,755. Also, new pedes- Last year, Joyce conducted an audit on Capital Expenditure in order to cov- “We don’t see anything that will need some over-budget items and amend- trian and traffic control signs were in- Verizon Wireless and as a result found er this purchase. The second amend- to happen this fiscal year, but we’ll ments that needed to be addressed. stalled recently that cost a combined hotspots that weren’t being used, but ment simply involved moving the need to keep these projects in the back So far Thurmont has used approxi- total of $8,652. This was $3,152 over the town was being charged for. She $163,985 Highway User One Time of our minds to plan for the future.” mately 47% of their budget, but town the budgeted amount. The signs were was able to save $250 overall and Grant into the budget, so it could be However, the Rouzer/Mantle Court staff notified the Board of Commis- installed as part of an overall sign up- hopes conducting a related audit will used for a project at a later time. The Capital Project needs to be taken care sioners that there are some capital grade in order to remain in compli- have similar results. third amendment allowed the trans- of immediately. This project will ad- projects coming due that need to be ance with the state. Aside from some over-budget fer of $10,000 from the unrestrict- dress compaction issues in the sewer funded. Additionally, there are some Furthermore, the telephone ex- items, the Board of Commissioners ed fund balance to the Waste Water lines that were poorly constructed a unexpected expenses that have oc- pense in general is over-budget. approved four budget amendments Capital budget in order to upgrade few years ago. The project is expected curred thus far that will need to be ad- Verizon Wireless made some up- related to capital items during the the GIS programs. to cost $257,000, which was broken dressed. An unexpected cost that may grades related to the GIS programs January 23 town meeting. The first The final amendment will help down to: $167,000 for construction need to be re-visited in the future as and AT&T fees across the board in- amendment covered the purchase cover the cost of a larger infrastruc- costs, $72,000 for the cost of paving, a budget amendment is the repair of creased. Chief Financial Officer Linda of the 2017 RAVO Street Sweep- ture project in town. Chief Admin- and $25,000 for engineering costs. Thurmont considers syringe service program Jessica Ellis, representing the Behavioral gram to Thurmont. As presented, the sy- gram would allow drug users the op- program as an “oxymoron.” In 2012, Members of the public, Police De- Health Services division of the Frederick ringe service program would provide an portunity to access information on re- an ordinance was passed which placed partment, and members of the Thur- County Health Department, proposed avenue for drug users to exchange nee- covery and detox services available to a ban on synthetic drugs, including mont Addiction Commission were also a syringe service program, which would dles, but also provide information, re- them. It provides an avenue for those their possession, use or sale. Bueh- present during the meeting. Some resi- allow drug users to exchange used/dirty sources and overdose trainings. The over- suffering from addiction to build trust rer believes it’s contradictory to now dents spoke up in favor of the program, needles for new, clean ones free of charge, dose response training has already been and hopefully, gain valuable resources provide syringes to drug users; free of noting that it could be a start to helping to the Thurmont Board of Commission- successfully implemented in the County, to assist in a future recovery. charge nonetheless. When Buehrer those struggling with addiction in the ers in February. Thurmont, which al- and is a free service to anyone in the com- The program would be run by trained questioned Ellis about the possibility community. In accompaniment with ready has an Addiction Commission ac- munity. The next step is to provide the sy- Health Department professionals, but of elderly or non-users of illegal drugs the Addiction Commission, it may be a tively set in place, has been battling the ringe exchange portion of the program. permission would need to be granted by having access to these syringes, he was good way to provide resources to anyone opioid crisis in the community, and this Ellis has conducted comparative re- the town to use a space in a town build- disappointed with their response dele- who may need them. program may provide another avenue to search in other areas of Maryland, in- ing or parking space for a mobile unity. gating a screening process. An individ- No official decision was made during help combat the issue. cluding Baltimore, and noted that by The syringe exchange service would be ual who would participate in the pro- the meeting, but the Addiction Com- Last year, Frederick County was utilizing a needle exchange program, held once a week for approximately two gram would be screened to see if they mission will be meeting, discussing and awarded a $23,000 grant from the Mary- other localities have seen an increase or three hours. had the financial means to purchase or providing a recommendation to the land Department of Health to explore a in people seeking drug treatment, have Commissioners Wes Hamrick and dispose of syringes. Board during a future meeting. harm reduction feasibility study, specif- seen a reduction in crime, and also a Martin Burns seemed on board with ically a syringe service program in the decrease in new diagnoses of HIV and the program but Commissioner Bueh- county, and Ellis hopes to bring this pro- hepatitis C. The syringe service pro- rer was completely opposed, citing this $40,000 grant awarded for building improvements he Town of Thurmont was nings, or new signage. Tawarded a $40,000 grant Façade improvements have a from the Maryland Depart- direct impact on any business, ment of Housing and Commu- but especially those within the nity Development Communi- Main Street area in any town ty Legacy Program for external according to the National Trust façade improvements to qualify- for Historic Preservation. Thur- ing commercial properties locat- mont is a Designated Maryland ed within the Designated Main Main Street Community and Street area. This is a matching has endured a complete make- grant and DHCD will match ev- over with a Main Street Beauti- ery dollar invested by the busi- fication program, which includ- ness. Commercial business- ed new sidewalks, a new gazebo es within the Designated Main in Mechanicstown Park, bench- Street area may apply for funding es, picnic tables, trash recepta- for improvements made to the cles, planters, and the addition exterior of the building. A small of lampposts adorning the Main example of what types of proj- Street area. The town of Thur- ects are eligible would be paint- mont also received $20,000 in ing, replacement of architectural grant funding for the Railroad details, windows, roof repair, aw- Bridge Beautification project. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 5 100 YEARS AGO THIS MONTH

in Liberty Township, from the Pax March 1918 Riely heirs. The property is known use. From the hour of Mr. Popp’s arrival as the Dixon Farm. With these addi- March 1 until his allotted time there was almost a tions, Mrs. Slagle now has a farm of constant stream of information seekers 100 acres. The fact that the land will The Hikers Hiked and taxpayers waiting for a conference be cultivated to the fullest extent and On Sunday, February 21, at exactly with him. It is conceded that tact, diplo- made highly productive goes with- 1:30 p.m. (in spite of the remonstra- macy and knowledge of human nature out saying, as Mrs. Slagle is a splendid tions of their friends), lawyer Black- are as essential as capability in the gov- manager and succeeds in everything stone of New York, and Count Victor ernment service. Mr. Popp proved that she undertakes. Reback Piccard left the gay life of psy- he possesses a high degree thereof. The chiatry in Emmitsburg and took a six- impression he made upon Emmits- storm on Tuesday afternoon the tin Emmitsburg, always in the forefront teen-mile hike. Both members of the burgians is one that reflects credit on March 15 roof of the Rottering clothing store of things - well in this instant, now Siberian ancient order of Globetrotters government workers and Mr. Popp. on W. Main St. was carried from the that the opportunity will be afforded number 871,518,96.25, they swiftly Hen House Enlarged building. its citizens - again will do itself proud. passed by the National Board of Cen- On the afternoon of March 11, at 2 sors under the Pure Food and Drug March 8 p.m., with simple but impressive ex- Rifle Shot Proves Fatal Death Of George Frailey Act of 1906. Telegraph and telephone ercises, the recent addition to the hen- John Polley, of Thurmont, was ac- Last Friday this community lost one of lines were on the go constantly. At one Creamery Sites Surveyed coop of Francis Gelwicks poultry farm cidentally shot and fatally wounded its most useful citizens when George time, rumors were afloat that the pe- The lot on Frederick Street recent- on Frederick Street was thrown open on Sunday morning between 9 and Frailey, a member of the firm of Frai- destrians were hung up on Painesville ly bought by the Hanover Creamery for service. A large number of delegates 10 o’clock by Chester Brenaman, the ley Brothers, died. Mr. Frailey had with a flat tire, a broken front axle and Co. has been surveyed and it is expect- were present. In a few well-chosen re- sixteen-year-old son of William Bre- been ill for several years but his sturdy the Johnson hey brake good as new; ed that building on that site will soon marks in chicken dialect, Dr. Gellwicks naman of Thurmont. Polley died constitution and intemperate habits at the statement was shortly afterwards begin. Former Mayor Stokes of Ha- explained to the fourteen feathered oc- Tuesday in the Frederick city hospital length were overcome by his affliction. declared unofficial. A well-filled knap- nover was in Emmitsburg last week cupants the importance of laying more with a bullet wound in the stomach. Mr. Frailey’s place in this community sack of good, substantial food was car- completing plans for the erection of a frequently and has offered a gold med- The two boys were playmates, and will be hard to fill and his loss keenly ried along, the contents consisted of creamery at this point. al at the end of three months to the one on Sunday morning the Polley youth felt. As an ironworker and builder, his seventeen soup beans, one onion, a who has the largest number of eggs to was at the Brenaman home. Young mechanical skills were appreciated by bottle of Baker’s liniment, some Alice Unusual Northern her credit. This speech was met with Brenaman had a 22-caliber rifle that a wide patronage. A quiet, unobtru- Foot Ease, a can opener, three horse Lights Display hearty approval and enthusiasm. So far he was cleaning and had just placed sive citizen of high principle, industri- radishes, a spool of thread number 60, About 10 o’clock last night the sky was all have expressed their desire to enter a cartridge in the chamber when the ous habits, skilled in his trade and gen- three balls of yarn, a toothpick, a pair resplendent with fiery reflections from the contest. Polley boy passed in front of him. In tle in his disposition, his loss makes a of buttonhole scissors and many oth- one of the most unusual northern some unknown manner the rifle dis- vacancy that will be hard to fill. The er articles too numerous to mention. lights displays ever seen in Emmits- Going Up The Ladder charged, the bullet entering the stom- community can, and does, sympathize The pair completed the perilous jour- burg. Towards Gettysburg, the clouds Some years ago R. A. La Grinder, of ach of the youth. At the inquest held with his family. ney promptly at 6 p.m. amid wild ap- seemed entirely ablaze. Intermittent- Emmitsburg, enlisted in the Unit- in Thurmont on Wednesday, the cor- plause, a little tired but highly elated ly, intense streaks of reddish hue made ed States Army. After some time he oner’s jury returned a verdict that the over est modus in rebus of the dum their appearances interspersed with was promoted to Second Lieutenant, youth was accidentally killed. March 29 vivimus viamus. scintillating flashes of white, followed then to First Lieutenant, and on his by bursts of grotesque light formations last furlough here he was Captain. Explosive Licenser Named Income Tax Information resembling furling and unfurling flags, His many friends in this vicinity will March 22 Mr. A. A. Horner, Notary Public, has The consensus of opinion of those in exploding shells and pinwheels. Many be glad to hear of his latest promotion been appointed the Explosive Licen- the Emmitsburg district subject to the were interested. In addition to those to the rank of Major. Major La Grind- Buy Smileage Books For Troops sor for the Emmitsburg District. Par- income tax is that they were very fortu- who watched the phenomena from er is now stationed in Newport News The Committee of War Training Ac- ties desiring to handle explosives—ex- nate to have been assigned by the gov- their houses, groups of people took in and is in the readiness for the call to tivities has made arrangements with cepting manufacturers, importers and ernment a man as efficient and so uni- the beautiful spectacle from places of go over. the Brute Counsel, Knights of Co- exporters—must first secure the neces- formly courteous as Mr. John Popp. vantage along the streets. lumbus in Emmitsburg, to place sary government license. No person is On Monday, the private office of the Severe Storm Sweeps Smileage books on sale in every busi- allowed to handle explosives without Chronicle was turned over to the dep- Mrs. Slagle Buys Two Farms Over Emmitsburg ness place in Emmitsburg. “Smileage” first obtaining the license. The penalty uty tax collector, who by the way is also Mrs. Slagle has acquired the Lewis A storm with hurricane-like intensi- is the catchy word used to designate for violation of the act is severe and the an income tax inspector, for his exclusive Overholser Farm, adjoining her farm ty swept over Emmitsburg and the vi- the books issued by the United States law will be rigidly enforced. cinity on Sunday, un-roofing barns, government - the coupons of which blowing over outbuildings, leveling will admit soldiers to the great nation- Some Sucker fences and uprooting trees. The large al theaters erected in each of the can- While fishing in Tom’s Creek near chimney on the Zimmerman building tonments of the War Department. It Emmitsburg on Thursday, Mr. Robert on the square was torn to pieces, send- is expected to raise, by this means, the Topper caught a Sucker that weighed ing the bricks to the street below. Win- sum of two million dollars. Every cent 3 1/2 pounds and measured 21 inches dowpanes were broken by slamming of the money derived from the sale of in length. This is the most remarkable shutters. Shingles were ripped from books will accrue to the government. catch reported so far this season. rooms, fodder left standing in the field The idea is that people purchase the were scattered for miles along the Pike. Smileage books and mail them to their To read past editions of 100 Year Ago this Telephone and electric wires were friends in the various Army camps. Month, visit the History section of Em- damaged by falling limbs. During the There is every reason to believe that mitsburg.net. 6 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 FROM THE DESK OF . . . County Council Candidate - District 5, Will Valentine n January 3rd, I filed my Re- ly and retire. If elected, I will work to implement fiscally responsible bud- preserving our agricultural heritage. munications. I will seek to provide Opublican candidacy for Freder- ensure District 5 receives the appro- gets that are intended to spend each I am a strong supporter of prop- necessary resources for these agencies ick County Council District 5. I am a priate funding for its schools and oth- tax dollar efficiently, while provid- erty owner’s rights when they are in through fiscally responsible funding. life-long Maryland resident and have er county services. ing the highest level of service to compliance with approved zoning or- As an active and career law enforce- resided in northern Frederick Coun- I will work collaboratively with the the citizens of Frederick County. dinances and regulations. Resolutions ment officer with over twenty-years ty for approximately thirty-five years. other members of the County Coun- I will work to preserve our natu- and legislation that impact property of service, I recognize and understand The goal of my candidacy is to ensure cil in a professional manner to be a ral resources, agriculture industries owners and private land should be the challenges these men and wom- Frederick County continues to be a true “checks and balances” with the and family farms, while supporting clear and definitive in its intent and en face every day. Frederick Coun- great place to live, work, raise a fami- County Executive to develop and responsible residential growth. Be- purpose when written and prior to its ty is home to many hardworking cause of its geographical location and approval. I will not support legisla- and wonderful people and I believe close proximity to highways and in- tion containing ambiguous language our public safety professionals are fo- terstates, Frederick County has been that diminishes the property rights of cused on maintaining safe commu- an attractive place to build, live and our citizens and could lead to the loss nities while providing efficient and commute for many years. I sup- of their private land through its con- quality first responder services. Ade- port planned development near ex- version to public use without over- quate public safety coverage through- isting communities and munic- whelming justification and fair mar- out District 5 will be a priority of my ipalities capable of handling the ket compensation. candidacy. required service needs of our cit- I support the various components I will support a business friendly izens. Planned residential growth of public safety within the County; environment where existing business- with adequate roads, water, sew- this includes the Sheriff’s Office, De- es choose to remain and new busi- er, schools and other infrastructure tention Center, Fire and Rescue Ser- nesses look to relocate to Frederick will allow others to enjoy this won- vices, Emergency Medical Services County. This can be accomplished derful County while protecting and and the Office of Emergency Com- through lower taxes and reduced fees. Regulations are a necessity in any in- EBPA survey of economic dustry, however, they should not be so cumbersome whereby they discour- development initiatives age new business ideas or an existing he Emmitsburg Business and vice desk, the Emmitsburg Library, business’ choice to expand and grow. TProfessional Association is or the Emmitsburg Post Office. My family and I have been fortu- reaching out to residents and busi- In order to access the survey, nate to call northern Frederick Coun- nesses in the Northern Freder- please go to emmitsburgmd. ty home for well over 200 years. Fred- ick County Region to solicit their gov and click ‘Our Commu- erick County is rich in tradition and opinions on future community nity’ then click ‘EBPA Survey.’ history and I am proud to call it and economic development ini- Remember to download and home. I look forward to meeting and tiatives. To better understand your print the survey to complete it. speaking with neighbors and as many needs, we developed a brief survey To show our appreciation, we of my fellow citizens throughout Dis- that we have posted on the Town are offering dinner at the Car- trict 5 during the next several months of Emmitsburg website. We are riage House and tickets to the as possible and hope to earn your asking businesses and residents to Frederick Keys to two survey re- trust, confidence, support and vote! complete the survey and submit spondents. Please make sure you For more information about my candidacy it to us by March 15th in one of provide your name and contact please visit my website: www.votewilliam- three drop off boxes. The boxes are information on the survey in or- valentine.com, or my Facebook page www. located at the Jubilee customer ser- der to be eligible for these prizes. facebook.com/WilliamValentine2018/ .

PUBLIC NOTICE Frederick County Board of Appeals

The Frederick County Council is soliciting letters of interest from individuals to fill two seats (full- time members) on the five-member Frederick County Board of Appeals. The individuals appointed to fill these two seats will begin three-year terms on July 1, 2018.

The Board of Appeals hears requests for special exceptions and variances, applying existing law to the facts presented with guidance from the County Attorney and Planning and Permitting Division staff. The Board also hears appeals from certain decisions of the Zoning Administrator, Frederick County Planning Commission, and other administrative staff.

The Board of Appeals meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the first floor hearing room of Winchester Hall, 12 East Church Street, Frederick, Maryland. The alternative day is the Monday following the Thursday evening meeting.

The Board of Appeals members are required to attend a field trip on the Wednesday the week before the Thursday night meeting to visit all the sites that will be considered at the monthly meeting.

Other Qualifications and Requirements include: Ability to effectively read and interpret maps and plans; Ability to analyze reports and applicant data; Perform field inspections and review of appli- cants submitted material; and Ability to follow and apply codes and ordinances governing develop- ment and zoning regulations.

Persons must be residents and registered voters of Frederick County. To apply please send a letter of interest and a current resume by regular mail or e-mail (no facsimiles) to the attention of:

Nancy Luna 12 East Church Street - Frederick, Maryland 21701 301-600-1135 - [email protected]

Remember to include current contact information in the documentation submitted, i.e. home, work, and cell telephone numbers, home mailing address, and e-mail address. The deadline date to apply for the Frederick County Board of Appeals is 4 p.m. on Friday, March 30, 2018.

Frederick County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 7 GOVERNMENT—SOUTH OF THE MASON-DIXON LINE

system designed to alert drivers when building new schools, roads, librar- their vehicles are too tall to drive ies and parks to ensure our long-term County Executive Jan Gardner through the bridge. Roddy Road high quality of life. Frederick County Mobile Community Health A great example involves a veteran home visit might include checking was closed for two days so the warn- is part of an elite group of fewer than I am excited to announce the launch who lived in a second-floor apartment vital signs, assessing home safety and ing portal south of the bridge could 50 of the nation’s 3,100 counties with of the new Mobile Community in a building with no elevator and the risk of falls, and checking smoke be rebuilt by the county’s Office of three AAA stable ratings. Healthcare Program, which will take who had health issues that prevented detectors. Medications might be re- Highway Operations. The County care of people, ensure better health him from using the stairs. Any time viewed with participants, and phys- expects to recover any costs from the Livable Frederick outcomes, and save the county mon- he had a doctor’s appointment, he ical and mental health assessments vehicle owner’s insurance company. Frederick County is a great place ey in the process. needed assistance just to get down the conducted. Other services or resourc- Two years ago, the bridge closed for to live, work, and raise a family. Frederick County’s Division of steps from the second floor. This man es that may be needed will be iden- repairs two different times after vehi- And, that’s what Livable Frederick Fire and Rescue Services, the Freder- called for an ambulance 28 times in tified and could be provided by the cles that were too tall drove through is all about. ick County Health Department, and one year. EMS staff worked with the hospital, the health department, so- the structure and damaged it. The As I mentioned last month, Liv- the Frederick Regional Health System veteran’s landlord to find him a first- cial services or a non-profit agency. county then installed the warning able Frederick is a new initiative and have been working in partnership floor apartment in the same build- The team will not take the place of system to prevent similar incidents, a new approach to developing a mas- for more than a year to stand up the ing. Since moving downstairs, the the participant’s primary care physi- and the system clearly did its job! ter plan or strategic plan for the future program to help frequent utilizers of man has not placed a single call for an cian but will coordinate with them to of Frederick County. U like past com- Emergency Medical Services (EMS). ambulance. The result is a better out- ensure better health outcomes. Saving Taxpayers Money prehensive plans, zoning is not part of The service began in late February. come for the individual resident and The Mobile Community Health For the third time in a row, Frederick this plan. This allows us to plan and Truly a win-win for everyone! savings to taxpayers by avoiding and Program is another example of part- County earned a AAA bond rating shape our future without some of the In recent years, a growing number reducing calls for an ambulance. ner agencies working together to from all three New York rating agen- contention of past plans that often got of 9-1-1 calls have shifted from what Last year, there were 105 people make life better for others, and at the cies. Citizens can be proud that Fred- lost in debates about specific parcels of we traditionally think of as emergen- who called the county’s 9-1-1 center same time saving taxpayers money. erick County is well-managed, has property and specific requests for re- cies, such as an acute medical or trau- five or more times. These 105 peo- We are blessed to live in such a car- strong financials, has a thriving and zoning. Livable Frederick is a policy matic condition, to more non-emer- ple made a combined 1,200 calls for ing community. By looking out for diverse economy, and that we deliver driven plan. You can read it at www. gency calls for assistance, such as for EMS service, which cost taxpayers al- each other, everyone has an oppor- what we promise. livablefrederick.org. chronic, recurring health problems. most $800,000. tunity for a bright future in Freder- This is good news for taxpayers. We will host a town hall meeting Many of the health issues our EMS The Mobile Community Health ick County! The trifecta of AAA ratings means that about Livable Frederick at Winchester system encounters cannot be resolved team consists of a paramedic and a the county can take advantage of low Hall at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March by a single visit or transport to the hos- nurse or nurse practitioner provided Roddy Road Bridge interest rates. For instance, we saved 14th. You can watch it on FCG TV pital. Instead, many of these individu- by FMH. The team will make home A warning system built to protect taxpayers $2.6 million by refinanc- or streaming live from my Facebook als need help from a variety of health visits to help participants better man- the historic Roddy Road Bridge is ing some outstanding debt to a much page, www.Facebook.com/JanGard- care providers, social service agencies, age their health care needs so they working! The covered bridge es- lower interest rate. That’s real money! nerExec. We want your input. You and community resources that can don’t need to visit the hospital’s Emer- caped damage in February when a It also means that the same amount of can make a difference and help to work together to solve their needs. gency Department as often. A typical truck struck an overhead warning money will go much further toward shape the future of Frederick County! County Council Candidate At-Large Justin Kiska Property Rights Vs. the government unnecessarily reduces er must have a river management plan distance of the water. Buffers like this look at other Frederick County plans Government Regulations the property rights of some citizens, it established by a local River Adviso- are not uncommon. They’re often es- and tri-state initiatives, you will see pro- In today’s world, with so much going reduces the rights of all citizens. ry Board and adopted by the counties tablished to help control pollutants that posed bike paths through these buffers. on and people involved in many dif- The update of the longstand- along the river. The plan provides rec- can flow into the river like run off from The owners of these properties won’t be ferent activities, not everyone can keep ing Monocacy River Plan has creat- ommendations used by the counties to urban areas and agricultural land. able to do with them what they would up with all of the issues being dis- ed significant opposition from citizens develop regulations impacting the river However, should the buffer zones ex- like, yet the government would be able cussed in their community. This is es- who’ve called it a “government land and surrounding land. Currently, Fred- ceed reasonable boundaries it results in to put bike paths on private property pecially true if an issue doesn’t appear grab.” What makes it a “land grab?” erick and Carroll County are reviewing reduced property values and land util- without having to compensate anyone. to affect them directly. As I’ve been The plan proposes unnecessary regula- the Monocacy River Board’s updates to ity (which can hurt the livelihoods of It’s no longer about cleaning up the talking to people over the last several tory action that directly impacts private the 25 year old Monocacy River Plan. farmers who lose acres of usable land). Monocacy River or the quality of the weeks, I realize one such issue is that of property, causing harm to landowners Preservation of our natural resourc- Landowners still own their land and water with reasonable measures. It’s the Monocacy River Plan. without compensation or their con- es is important, as are the quality of wa- pay taxes on it, but they are forced to about the government trying to take Citizens impacted by the River Plan sent. Those opposed to the proposed ter and a clean river. Should the govern- give up its control. more control and trampling on private are actively involved with its review. But 2017 River Plan and who want to see ment overstep its authority in the name One would think there would property rights. Now can you see why if you don’t live near the Monocacy Riv- it reformed, include landowners along of conservation to take control of pri- be scientific research specific to the this is an issue that should be important er, there’s a very good chance you may the river, The Farm Bureau, and The vate land without sound justification, Monocacy confirming that increased to EVERYONE. have heard about the plan in passing Association of Realtors. causing harm to citizens, then it be- river buffers and zoning changes I’m not saying there shouldn’t be and never gave it a second thought. Let me provide some background. comes a serious issue. would reduce pollution by a certain some amount of oversight when it At the heart of the matter is a vital In Maryland, there are nine rivers des- Numerous governmental regula- percentage or something along those comes to land bordering a major wa- principle that affects everyone - individ- ignated as “scenic rivers.” Along with tions are already in place to protect the lines – if that’s the argument. Howev- terway. But the regulations must be rea- ual property rights versus government the Monocacy, some other scenic riv- Monocacy, including existing county er, no such studies exist. sonable and justifiable. As a member of overreach through unnecessary regula- ers include the Anacostia, Deer Creek, buffer ordinances that restrict land use These excessive buffers were insert- the County Council, I would never let tions. This is no small matter because if and the Potomac. By law, a “scenic” riv- on property located within a certain ed into the plan by county planning the county overstep and infringe on stuff but after public outrage, the 8,000 the rights of property owners. Individ- acres of (over)regulated land was re- ual rights must be protected. The gov- moved from the plan. However, the re- ernment works for the people. Not the jected buffer idea was reinserted into the other way around. plan nonetheless in other ways, as it still pushes for wider buffers and unneces- To learn more about Justin Kiska visit sary zoning changes to private. his campaign website at www.justinkis- Even more disconcerting is that if you ka.com. 8 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 FROM THE DESK OF...

coffee and donuts, a bagged lunch idence or if it does not clearly identi- Carroll Valley Mayor Ron Harris and three class selections. The class fy the house, the reflective street ad- t is March and with any luck we son of Bruce and Dee Shughart of their daughters. An event of this size offerings are: (1) Retirement; (2) dress numbers shall be placed on the Iwill be over this nasty winter weath- Fairfield and a 2017 graduate from could not have been accomplished Introduction to Creative Writing; front of the house. If the residence er. A year ago, on March 1st the Ad- Fairfield High School. Brad is attend- without people who were willing to (3) Identity Theft: What You Need sits back off the road or is not visi- ams County Library at Carroll Valley ing Shippensburg University majoring give up their time for others. The vol- to Know; (4) The History of First ble due to trees or bushes, a sign shall along with the Carroll Valley Bor- in Public Administration with a mi- unteers involved were: Amanda Bell, Ladies Teas; (5) When Character be erected displaying the proper ad- ough office opened for service in our nor in music. He is a member of the Lori Borden, Kathy Beard, Kylee Bor- and Integrity Count: Lessons from dress. Does your house meet code? If new building. Time flies. Don’t forget Red Raider Marching Band and con- den, Deana Duvall, Pat Feeser, C.J. George Marshall; (6) History Be- not, you can buy a reflective mailbox that March 2nd is Employee Appreci- cert band. He is a volunteer firefight- Jarrell, Jeni Jarrell, Jim Jarrell, Mor- hind Adams County Road Names; sign for just $8.00 from the Police ation Day. It is a day to celebrate and er at the Fairfield Fire and EMS Com- gan Jarrell, Jamie Kidd, Camden (7) Eugenics: How to Build a “Bet- Department. These signs are 6” x recognize employees. Remember to pany 6, Vigilant Hose Company 6, Kidd, Caroline Kraft, Jacoby Kraft, ter” Race; and the (8) 50th Anniver- 18” aluminum and covered in green turn your clock forward one hour to Emmitsburg, and Cumberland Valley Jesse Kraft, Jessica Kraft, Councilor sary of the Battle of Gettysburg. If reflective vinyl with white reflec- mark the beginning of Daylight Sav- Hose Company 53 Shippensburg. For Dave Lillard, Gayle Marthers, Charlie interest, visit hacc.edu/Gettysburg- tive vinyl numbers attached on both ing Time on March 11th at 2 a.m.. this Eagle project, he refurbished the Marthers, Kate Nagy, Hunter Paulus, Community for details. I will be of- sides. They have the same highly vis- On March 12th, we celebrate the cre- shed at the Fairfield Union Cemetery. Kelci Roath, Councilor Sara Skoczen, fering a 1½ hour, hands-on tutorial ible qualities of PennDot directional ation of the Girl Scouts. The “Ides of With the help of his volunteers, they Tim Skoczen, Diane Stevens, Ran- on Microsoft Word software appli- signs. If you are interested in one of March” is March 15th. It is the day removed the old paint, power washed, dy Stevens, Angie Wallace, Ben Wal- cation on Wednesday, March 21st these signs, visit the Borough Police back in 44 B.C. that Julius Caesar was repainted and replaced 2 broken win- lace, Emily Weller, Cheri Wojcik, and starting at 1 p.m. in the Borough Department and ask about order- stabbed by Marcus Brutus and other dows. To see the pictures of the cere- Holly Wolfgang. The event donors Conference Room. To register con- ing one. You can also contact the Po- members of the Roman Senate. We mony, go to ronspictures.net. Con- were Jarrell Studios, Charlee Marthers, tact the Library at 642-6009. lice Department Administrative As- celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March gratulations Eagle Scout Bradford G. Charlie Lambert, Councilor Dave As a reminder, do you have prop- sistant at [email protected]. 17th. Watch out for that green beer. Shughart on your achievement. Lillard, and Nick Kalathas. A spe- er house number lettering on their The Borough will be holding the If you get a green glow about you, do Congratulations to Gayle Marthers, cial shout-out goes to Commissioner mailboxes, so the fire company, am- following meetings in March: Plan- not drive. The NCAA March Mad- Jeni Jarrell, Amanda Bell and the Car- Marty Qually who was the only cook bulance, and/or the police depart- ning Commission (Monday – Mar ness begins on March 13th and ends roll Valley Recreation Committee for in the kitchen. Thanks, Comish! To ment can find you. In an emergency, 5th), Borough Council (Tuesday – on Monday, April 2. The Vernal Equi- planning and hosting such a wonder- see the pictures, go to ronspictures.net seconds count. It is so important that Mar 13th), Sewer/Water Authori- nox is Tuesday, March 20th at 12:15 ful and successful event – the 4th An- and click on the appropriate gallery. I it is addressed in the Borough of Car- ty (Mar 19th), Finance Committee p.m.. Spring starts. Equinox means nual Daddy Daughter Dance. The would like to personally thank every- roll Valley Ordinance §27-706. The (Monday – Mar 26th) and Parks/ “equal night”. The day and night are theme was “Love You to the Moon one involved. ordinance states all improved proper- Recreation Committee (Wednes- approximately equal (12 hours each). and Back”. There were over 235 peo- On Friday, March 16th, from ty within the borough is required to day – Mar 28th). If you have any On February 10th I had the oppor- ple in attendance. Everyone had a 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the Harris- post the official street address in three questions, please do not hesitate tunity to attend Fairfield Boy Scout blast! The young ladies were over- burg Community College (HACC) (3) inch numbers which are lumi- to contact me by email at Mayor- Troop 76 Court of Honor Ceremo- joyed to have their Dad to themselves is holding a Community Educa- nous (reflective). The number shall [email protected] or by cell ny held to award the Eagle Badge to on the dance floor. The Dads had a tion Day at the Gettysburg Campus. be easily read from 20 feet day or at 301-606-2021. Watch the speed Bradford Glen Shughart. Brad is the great time “cutting a rug” alongside The Education Day events features night. If there is no mail box at a res- while driving on the trails.

mandates were passed down to coun- ties. Mandates to which no increased State Representative candidate Marty Qually state funding was attached, thus an udge John Dillon of the Iowa Su- ter,” do not serve in local government. ernment in Pennsylvania. Perhaps Unfunded Mandates unfunded mandate. In the case of Jpreme Court in 1868 ruled in a In my short time as an elected official we now hold local officials to a high- In the State Legislature every bill Adams County, we hired an attor- case pitting local government against I must protest that this over-general- er standard. Or perhaps we are better has listed its fiscal impact. That is ney and a few caseworkers to deal state government. His ruling held that ization continues. Judge Dillon’s char- at reacting to corruption locally, so we a great idea. We should know how with the increased need for investiga- municipal governments only have the acterization brings to mind lawless are attracting officials more willing to much any piece of legislation will tions. Local tax dollars paid for those powers expressly granted to them by frontier towns or TV characters like follow the rules. Regardless of the rea- cost. The challenge is that the fiscal employees, their desks, computers, the state legislature: those powers nec- Boss Hog from “The Dukes of Haz- son, I believe that strong municipal impact is based upon its impact on heath care, etc… I agree 100 percent essarily implied by the express powers, zard.” I have met local elected officials governments help Pennsylvania be- the state budget, not county or local with the rules put into place, but and those that are essential and indis- who have been retired U.S. military come a stronger state. budgets. A recent example of how when the state expects local govern- pensable to the municipality’s exis- officers (one being a retired admiral), Recently, I had the opportunity to this process affected county govern- ment to do more work, they should tence and functioning. Judge Dillon successful business owners, bankers, attend an Adams County Boroughs ment was a group of laws specifical- help to pay the bills. lived in a time when many city and accountants, teachers, the list is end- Association meeting and against was ly aimed at reducing child abuse. local governments were saturated with less. Needless to say, Judge Dillon and impressed by the caliber of our local These laws were a result of the San- Increase in Local Control corruption. I would have had to respectfully dis- boards. One of the items we discussed dusky case from Penn State. I have The Boroughs Association has a He didn’t trust local government, agree on this point. was the Pennsylvania State Associa- never met anyone who did not sup- simple request, which some of us ar- going so far as to write that “those best I believe that times have changed tion of Boroughs legislative priorities. port the changes to mandatory re- en’t going to like, but they should fitted by their intelligence, business ex- and local government can be the most Two things really struck me about porting of abuse, the improvement have this authority. Local police perience, capacity and moral charac- efficient and accountable level of gov- the list of priorities: first that I agreed of the definitions of abuse, or any would like to be able to use radar with almost all of them, and second, the increased penalties for those to enforce the speed limit. Pennsyl- how closely they mirrored the County who abuse children. vania is the only state in the coun- Commissioners Association of Penn- In my humble opinion, we could try whose local police cannot use sylvania legislative priorities. use a few stricter laws focused on this technology to ensure safety on In a general sense the three asso- child abuse and sexual abuse against our roadways. The National High- ciations representing municipal and any age group. So here we have a way Traffic Safety Administration county government have three con- batch of laws clearly supported by recently indicates that Pennsylvania cerns: 1) State created unfunded man- the people of Pennsylvania and over- has the worst record for speed-re- dates; 2) Increase in local control, and whelmingly supported by our elect- lated fatalities. It is absurd that the 3)- Improvements to various forms of ed officials. After the Sandusky case state allows local law enforcement infrastructure. and the subsequent laws, a list of new to use firearms, but not a radar gun. In a county where only have a few state troopers patrolling at any giv- en time, we really do need to give our local law enforcement the tools to do their job. Not to belabor the local corruption dichotomy, but our local Police Chiefs are not Sher- iff Rosco P. Coltraine from Hazzard County. They and their professional law enforcement officers are respon- sible for the safety of over 110,000 residents in Adams County.

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numbers, here are some staggering facts related to Pennsylvania agricul- County Commissioner Randy Phiel ture I learned at the PA Farm Show. ennsylvania Congressional Re- Adams County. Adams Coun- ing District 3 for the past 5 years. sylvania counties and could have In Pennsylvania agriculture comes Pdistricting has significant im- ty is losing a veteran and dedicat- District 3 is comprised of Adams a significant negative impact on in at $1135.7 Billion or about 18% plications for Adams County. The ed congressman in Scott Perry, County and nine other counties to the state’s agriculture industry. The of Gross State Product. Agriculture Pennsylvania Supreme Court has who knows Adams County and our west. As the new year begins, Pennsylvania Department of Agri- creates 580,000 jobs in Pennsylva- handed down a new Congressio- is on several influential commit- Pennsylvania’s counties have cho- culture has been working in collab- nia. Ag results in $27 billion in wag- nal District map. Charges of gerry- tees. With Shuster retiring, Adams sen seven legislative priorities for oration with the U.S. Department es. We grow and produce 577 bil- mandering against Republicans by County will thus have a freshman 2018, each of which showcases the of Agriculture, other state agencies lion lbs. of mushrooms, 117 billion Democrats, and counter charges congressman with no seniority. important services they provide to and partners to prevent the spread- ft. of hardwood timber, 91,000 tons of less than objective mapping de- According to the PA Depart- commonwealth residents and em- ing of the spotted lanternfly. In a of grapes, 8.2 billion eggs, and 439 cisions made by the State Demo- ment of State, nomination peti- phasizes the critical need to main- related move, Gov. Wolf proposed million lbs. of apples, 139,000 gal- cratic Executive Branch and Dem- tion packets became available for tain the state-county partnership in nearly $1.6 million in funding spe- lons of maple syrup and 10.8 billion ocratic majority Supreme Court congressional candidates by Febru- service delivery. The counties’ pri- cifically for spotted lanternfly sur- gallons of milk. have and continue to reverber- ary 22. Congressional candidates orities include: Human Services veillance and response as part of With spring just around the cor- ate. On February 22, PA Repub- will then follow a revised circulat- Funding and System Reform; Pre- his FY 2018-2019 budget plan. In ner, the prospect of totally com- lican Legislative Leaders entered an ing and filling schedule ordered by venting Substance Abuse and Drug Adams County, we hope and will pleting the Adams County Law emergency appeal contesting the the court. The revised petition fil- Overdose; Maintaining the Shale strive to advocate that some of that Enforcement Firearms Train- State Supreme Court decision to ing schedule, which applies only Gas Impact Fee; Increasing Foren- funding be funneled to Penn State ing Range beside the 911 Cen- the US Supreme Court, who ear- to congressional candidates, allows sic Bed Access for County Inmates Fruit Research & Extension Center ter grows even closer. Actual firing lier this month rejected an emer- for circulating and filing petitions with Mental Illness; Supporting located in Biglerville. range construction, overall foot- gency appeal on the matter. Until from February 27 through March Veterans Services; Funding for Vot- Speaking of the importance of print, berms and lanes were com- Monday, February 19, many Con- 20. There are 54 counties that lie ing Systems; and Mandate Reform. Adams County agriculture, con- pleted late last fall; but too late to gressman including our Congress- entirely within a single district, so CCAP will be working tireless- gratulations to Adam McClain for use the range. This spring the me- man Scott Perry, did not know candidates for those congressional ly with our legislators to promote being selected as the Adams Coun- morial flag plaza, shoot/storage who their constituents would be districts will be able to identify sig- these significant issues that are im- ty Conservation District Manag- building and pavilion will be com- as other candidates circulated peti- nificant numbers of voters even be- portant to Pennsylvania counties er. Adams began his new duties on pleted using volunteer labor and tions. At the time of writing this ar- fore the updated lists are ready. and their residents. February 5th. Adam had served some donated materials. The com- ticle, a decision had not been ren- Having legislators whom we The Spotted Lantern Fly is a sig- the Adams County Conservation munity stepped forward to make dered by the U.S. Supreme Court. know, and who know us and our nificant threat to Adams Coun- District since 2009 as the Water- this long anticipated and need- For Adams County the change issues, has been extremely im- ty and this regions important fruit shed Specialist. We are sure Adam ed training facility happen at no is significant and possibly very det- portant during this Adams Coun- industry. This Asian pest has had a will continue to advocate for pro- taxpayer cost. The Adams Coun- rimental. Most of Adams Coun- ty Board of Commissioner’s ten- devastating impact in Berks Coun- moting best natural resource prac- ty Law Enforcement Association is ty would be on the far eastern end ure. We pride ourselves on those ty and has been identified as close tices and enhancing the relation- still seeking funds to complete the of Congressman Bill Shuster’s 9th relationships. We admittedly have as Lancaster County. Some posi- ships at the Ag Center, which structures this spring. Donations District. The District goes clear out some concerns about the situa- tive news is that U.S. Department include the Adams County Con- can be mailed to the Adams Coun- to western PA and is probably 150- tion that has developed for Adams of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Per- servation District, Adams Coun- ty Law Enforcement Association, 200 miles long. Adams County County and await the US Supreme due recently committed $17.5 mil- ty Planning, Rural Resources, GIS 1935 Mummasburg Road, Gettys- also loses its historic relationship Court decision. lion in new emergency funding for Mapping, Penn State Extension, burg, PA. 17325. For more infor- with York County and is partnered I am honored to serve on the Pennsylvania to combat the spot- USDA & Land Conservancy of mation contact Sheriff Jim Muller with three very rural counties. Per- County Commissioners of Pennsyl- ted lanternfly. This invasive species Adams County. at 717-337-9828 or Commission- ry retains only a small sliver of vania Board of Directors, represent- has spread to 13 southeast Penn- For those of you who are into er Randy Phiel at 717-337-9820.

book at Facebook.com/RepMoul. election, I am prohibited from As always, you can contact my dis- sending mailings to constituents State Representative Dan Moul trict office at 717-334-3010 or unless they have specifically autho- t is the mid-point in the 2017-18 vency. Legislation passed last sum- which I highlight major events at email me at RepMoul@pahouse- rized them. To do so, visit my web- ILegislative Session, and the Gen- mer aims to slow the growth of the Capitol and news in our dis- gop.com. site www.RepMoul.com and enter eral Assembly has already tackled pen- pension liabilities, shifting some risk trict. I invite you to sign up on my You may be receiving my emails your email address in the space sion reform and performance-based away from taxpayers and helping to website at www.RepMoul.com. now, but during the 60-day black- provided in the upper right hand budgeting, and sent several budget ensure the Commonwealth can meet You can also join me on Face- out period before every even-year side of my home page. reform bills to the Senate for con- its future pension obligations. Act 5 sideration. We are making forward of 2017 establishes three new pub- progress, but we must remain diligent lic pension plans from which state – particularly when it comes to the employees and teachers hired in state budget. 2019 or later can choose. The plans In February, Gov. Tom Wolf provide future employees with retire- unveiled his annual budget pro- ment security and portability while posal to a joint session of the General also protecting taxpayers. Current Assembly. The governor’s plan for fis- employees may choose to opt in to a cal year 2018-19 would spend more new plan or keep the one they have. than $33 billion or about $1 billion Retiree plans remain unchanged. more than the current year. Yet, rev- The House has passed a number enue estimates from the Indepen- of budget reform bills, which are now dent Fiscal Office and increases in awaiting action in the state Senate. the Consumer Price Index indicate They would close a loophole that that our next state budget should not has allowed out-of-balance budgets exceed $32.1 billion. Just as working to become law; limit the time agen- families cannot spend more money cies are allowed to hold onto unused than they bring in, neither should the funds before they must be returned Commonwealth. to the State Treasury; require the Sec- Annual budget hearings began retary of the Budget to determine in on Feb. 20, with state departments, December if revenues will fall short agencies and various other stake- of the official estimate, and set that holders. These public hearings will amount in reserve to avoid a year- last three weeks and will be followed end deficit; improve transparency of by budget negotiations with an eye special funds; require annual reports toward the June 30 budget deadline. that show the cost of state and federal To follow the budget process, includ- mandates; require the administration ing live access to public hearings and to justify the need for any supple- floor debate, visit www.PaHouse- mental appropriations; and propose GOP.com. a state constitutional amendment The unfunded liability in the state to allow spending caps based on the pension systems had posed the great- CPI and state population growth. est threat to Pennsylvania’s fiscal sol- I produce a weekly email in 10 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 THE PASTOR’S DESK

and eager to share his message of hope to a broken and hurting world. No shortcuts We see an example of what the dis- marriage, or a happy family. And in the ciple’s life should be like in the life of Pastor John Talcott same way, our spiritual journey offers no Christ. As a matter of fact, Jesus said Christ’s Community Church shortcuts, and yet it’s easy to be drawn it this way, “A student is not above into a form of religion that lacks the his teacher, but everyone who is fully will be the first to admit that I love depth of true discipleship. The fellow- trained will be like his teacher” (Luke Ifinding a good shortcut, but I think ship, meals, and various activities all fall 6:40). And so, in a very real sense we that most people would agree that short of bringing us to that place of dis- must all walk the same path that Jesus there have been times when taking a cipline, training, service, and self-denial. walked. In a sense, our journey will mir- shortcut proved not to be the best deci- Today, we’re well on our way in this ror his journey, but his journey included sion. However, in spite of our past ex- season of Lent, these 40 days leading a crucifixion and ours most likely won’t. periences, we often find that a good up to the passion of Christ, Good Fri- However, our journey will include fol- shortcut is just too much to resist. For day, and the Glory of Resurrection Sun- lowing a path of self-denial, obedience, many, the New Year brings dreams and day, but we must be mindful that Lent is and humble submission to the will of resolutions of getting healthy, losing more than just a time of year when you God in everything we do. Therefore, the ment by moment, choosing for our- might I suggest that God isn’t the one weight, etc. and when we hear about a give up Facebook, Netflix, ice cream, or season of Lent is a season of preparation selves “Will I do this the easy way or who moved. Could it be as we strug- shortcut our ears tend to perk up. something like that. This season is real- like spring training to the athlete or boot will I do it the right way? Will I do it gle through the day-to-day routine of Advertisers know this and so we’re ly an opportunity to open our hearts a camp for new recruits in which we pre- my way or will I do it God’s way?” life that many of us don’t even recog- bombarded with promises, “Here’s a little wider, understanding the work of pare ourselves to live a life that honors You see, our culture may attempt to nize how far we’ve drifted from the pres- way to lose weight fast,” “Here’s how Christ a little deeper, so that as Resur- God even beyond the season. You could sway us to take the path of least resis- ence and the goodness of our God? And to get rich quick,” or “Here’s a way to rection Sunday comes around we’ll em- say in a very real sense that its choosing tance, to look for the shortcut, but the that’s why the Bible tells us, “We must own your own home and do it with no brace the grace of God in a deeper and the path less traveled. fully devoted follower of Christ will be pay more careful attention, therefore, to money down.” Meanwhile, deep inside, more profound manner. But it won’t Over a century ago, American poet committed to taking that less traveled what we have heard, so that we do not in our hearts, we know that there are no happen overnight, because there are no Robert Frost wrote these words, “Two road. As Jesus said, “Wide is the gate drift away” (Hebrews 2:1). shortcuts for the best things in life; the shortcuts to becoming a fully devoted roads diverged in a wood, and I — and broad is the road that leads to de- It’s for this reason, that at Christ’s things that matter the most. And now follower of Jesus Christ. If we’re going to I took the one less traveled by, and struction and many enter through it; Community Church we began this that the hope and excitement of the get serious about making a difference in that has made all the difference.” You but small is the gate and narrow the Lenten season with a message series re- New Year is past, we need to settle down our community, in the lives around us, could say, choosing the path less trav- road that leads to life and only a few flecting on those sins that we find to for the long haul, because just as you and for eternity, we must reflect the love eled, is a defining characteristic of a find it” (Matthew 7:13-14). And so, be more acceptable, easier to rational- can’t microwave a gourmet meal, there and compassion of Jesus Christ, being believer’s life, not just in these 40 days our goal is to be committed to a deep- ize, and even necessary. Together we’re are no shortcuts to success, a healthy committed to a deeper walk with him, leading to Easter, but day by day, mo- er walk in Christ, finding that nar- joining in prayer with David who said, row way and preparing ourselves to “Search me, O God, and know my live a God honoring life, so that when heart; test me and know my anxious those two roads diverge that we would thoughts. See if there is any offensive be bold enough and brave enough to way in me and lead me in the way ever- take the one less traveled. lasting” (Psalms 139:23-24). You see, we want to be growing Would you join us in this season of spiritually, we want to be maturing on preparation paying careful attention to this journey called life, and yet many what we’ve heard so that we don’t drift of us would have to admit that there away, but that we draw closer being was a time when we were closer to faithful in the little things? I pray that to- God than we are today. Maybe it was gether we may seek God, seeking holi- many years ago, when you had that ness and purity, so that on the last day passion for God’s Word, when you we may hear those coveted words, “Well wanted to serve, when you wanted to done, good and faithful servant!” (Mat- get to church early, when you were ex- thew 25:23). Let’s press on, pressing in, cited, because you were praying and being willing to settle down for the long seeking God. In those days, you were haul, and taking the road less traveled, leaning in, expecting to hear some- because there’s no shortcut to becom- thing from God, but somehow over ing a committed follower of Christ; and time, life just kind of happened and there’s no shortcut to spiritual maturity. you lost that passion for Jesus. Well, I’d like to encourage you to seize To learn more about Christ’s Communi- every opportunity this Lenten season of- ty Church visit them online at www.ccce- fers you to stir up that passion again. 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more. In all probability they were extremely frightened by seeing, not the first inquisitive persons as she solemnly averred, a spec- Tradition and Truth whom the Harper’s song had sent tral skeleton standing on this to the same spot. mound and clothed in a vest- Beowulf’s Barrow, in an old Irish harper, and sang Since the ancient poetry of Ire- ment of gold, which shone like When the Brentings, an ancient song to his harp. His land has become an object of the noon-day sun. Six years after- Over the darkness of the flood, lordship, not understanding Irish, learned research, the very song of wards, the barrow, being cleared Shall sail afar.’ was at a loss to know the mean- the harper has been identified and away for agricultural purposes, ing of the song; but upon inquiry, printed, though it was simply tradi- was found to contain urns and So it was only natural for the rus- he found the substance of it to be tional when sung before the Bish- burnt bones, the usual contents tic population to say that a chief this, that in such a place, naming op. It is called Moira Borb; and the of such places. But besides these, was buried under Norie’s Law. Ag- the very spot, a man of gigantic verse, which more particularly sug- there was a most unusual object ricultural progress has, in late years, stature lay buried; and that over gested the remarkable discovery, has found, namely, a complete skel- thrown over hundreds of burial bar- his breast and back were plates of been translated thus: eton, round the breast of which rows, exposing mortuary remains, pure gold, and on his fingers rings was a corselet of pure gold, em- and there are few labourers in En- of gold so large that an ordinary In earth, beside the loud cascade, bossed with ornaments represent- gland or Scotland who would not man might creep through them. The son of Sora’s king we laid; ing nail heads and lines. say, on being pointed out a barrow, The place was so exactly de- And on each finger placed a ring If we are to confine ourselves to that a great man, at some distant pe- scribed, that two persons there Of gold, by mandate of our King.’ a natural explanation, it seems but riod, had been interred beneath it. present were tempted to go in reasonable to surmise that the vision But silver armour, with one single quest of the golden prize, which Another instance of a similar de- was the consequence of a lingering exception, has never been found in the harper’s song had pointed out scription occurred in Wales. Near remembrance of a tradition, which barrows; and as Norie’s Law is actu- to them. After they had dug for Mold there had existed from time the woman had heard in early life, ally the barrow in which silver ac- some time, they found two thin immemorial a burial mound or bar- of golden ornaments buried in the coutrements were found, the tradi- pieces of gold, circular, and more row, named by the Welsh peasant- Goblin Hill. Silver plaque from the Norrie’s Law hoard, with double disc and tion of the people was fully verified. than two inches in diameter. This ry Bryn-yr-ellylon, the Hill of the the uniquely Pict Z-rod symbol. For only by tradition, and that from discovery encouraged them to Fairies. To read other selections from Robert a very distant period, could they seek next morning for the remain- In 1827, a woman returning Chambers’ Book of Days visit www. March 6 have known that the person interred der, but they could find nothing late from market one night, was thebookofdays.com. at Norie’s Law was buried with sil- The value of popular tradition as ev- ver armour. idence in antiquarian inquiries can- It appears that, about the year not be disputed, though in every in- 1819, a man in humble life and stance it should be received with the very moderate circumstances, re- greatest caution. A few instances of siding near Largo, was - greatly to traditions, existing from a very re- the surprise of his neighbours -ob- mote period and verified in our own served to have suddenly become days, are worthy of notice. passing rich for one of his posi- On the northern coast of the tion and opportunities. A silver- Firth of Forth, near the town of smith, in the adjacent town of Cu- Largo, in Fifeshire, there has exist- par, had about the same time been ed, from time immemorial, an emi- offered a considerable quantity of nence known by the name of Norie’s curious antique silver for sale; part Law. The popular tradition respect- of which he purchased, but a larg- ing this spot has ever been that a er part was taken to Edinburgh, great warrior, the leader of a mighty and disposed of there. army, was buried there, clad in the Contemporary with these events, silver armour he wore during his a modern excavation was discov- lifetime. Norie’s Law is evidently ar- ered in Norie’s Law, so it did not re- tificial, and there can be no wonder quire a witch to surmise that a case that the neighbouring country peo- of treasure-trove had recently oc- ple should suppose that a great chief curred. The late General Durham, had been buried underneath it, for then owner of the estate, was thus the interment of warrior chieftains led to make inquiries, and soon dis- under artificial mounds, near the covered that the individual alluded sea, is as ancient as Homer. Hector, to, induced by the ancient tradition, speaking of one whom he intended had made an excavation in the Law, to slay in single combat, says: and found a considerable quantity of silver, which he had disposed of The long-haired Greeks as previously noticed. To him, upon the shores of But influenced, as some say, by a Hellespont, feeling of conscientiousness, others A mound shall heap; that those in of a superstitious character, he did after times, not take all the silver he discovered, Who sail along the darksome sea, but left a large quantity in the Law. shall say, Besides, as this ingenious individual This is the monument of one long conducted his explorations at night, since it was supposed that he might have Borne to his grave, by mighty overlooked part of the original de- Hector slain.’ posit. Acting in accordance with this Our Anglo-Saxon ancestors bur- intelligence, General Durham ied their warrior leaders in the same caused the Law to be carefully ex- manner. The foregoing quotation plored, and found in it several loz- seems almost parodied in the dying enge-shaped plates of silver, that un- words of the Saxon Beowulf: doubtedly had been the scales of a coat of mail, besides a silver shield Command the famous in war and sword ornaments, and the To make a mound, mounting of a helmet in the same Bright after the funeral fire, metal. Affording indisputable evi- Upon the nose of the promontory; dence of the very long perseverance Which shall, for a memorial and consistency, which may charac- To my people, rise high aloft, terize popular tradition. On Heonesness; At Ballyshannon were two piec- That the sea-sailors es of gold discovered by a meth- May afterwards call it od very remarkable. The Bishop of Derry, being at dinner, there came 12 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 COMMENTARY

Even the most conservative media agreeable – well, most of the time. outlets did not want to let go of this Many people that were present Words From Winterbilt incident and without questioning the when the president used the offen- president’s racial prejudice, or lack sive language deny that he said those Free speech and racism… of commerce, such as renting hous- thereof. The president answered that words at all. One member of the Re- ing, serving meals, or selling prod- he was the “…most non-racist per- publican party that was in the room, Shannon Bohrer sometimes reported they did not re- ucts, no one can legally deny service son they will ever know.” We know however, denounced the words and member the words the president to someone of a different race. De- the president does not acknowledge context in which the president spoke arly this year, the president was used, but later denied that the pres- spite this, it is not illegal to be a racist. that he is a racist, or perhaps he does them. How can people in the same Ediscussing immigration issues ident used the offensive terms at all. not believe he is a racist. room hear different words, or fail to and he was accused of using lan- Following this, both sides accused the “Hating people because of their col- I think most people, if they were remember the words at all? Are some guage that would indicate that he is other of reporting false information. or is wrong. And it doesn’t matter honest, would admit that they know of these people lying? a racist. He implied that we should Even the Homeland Security Sec- which color does the hating. It’s just some bigoted people. Many peo- Is it possible that some of the peo- not be in favor of allowing individ- retary, Kirstjen Neilson, who was in plain wrong.” –Muhammad Ali ple have racist friends, associates, ple that refute the president’s use of uals from countries that are pre- the meeting when the president used co-workers, and even family mem- offensive language have ulterior mo- dominately minority (black) coun- the offensive language, testified under Americans have a right to free bers. Knowing or associating with tives to hide the truth? Contradicto- tries to immigrate into the United oath that she did not hear the words. speech and a right to their own be- a racist does not make one a racist. ry facts seem to be normal in political States. The words and context of his While the exact words may be in dis- liefs, even if those beliefs cause con- When racist language is used, how- circles today. If you repeat a lie often language was reported on news net- pute (s*** house or s*** hole) the lan- troversy or offense. Defenders of the ever, and the non-racist persons say enough, people begin to believe it. Is works, and I found it interesting to guage along with the context imply president have said that the presi- nothing, are there consequences? Is it worse to deny that the president watch the different networks and racism. When questioned, the White dent is not a racist. These individu- silence in the face of racist ideals a said anything offensive at all, or to lie their reporting. The pro-president House did not refute the language. als also have a right to their own be- form of inadvertent support of the about the words he did use? network avoided the specific words Is the president a racist? His lan- liefs – again, even if others disagree racism itself? and spoke of the president’s accom- guage and actions are and have been with them. Racism is not illegal, but that does “When lying is combined with secre- plishments and his desire to create a consistent with racism. The presi- An argument in defense of the not mean it is an acceptable person- cy, there is usually a pretty good road comprehensive immigration policy. dent called out minorities during his words spoken by the president is that al belief. How do people react when map in front of us…Yes, follow the The networks on the other end of campaign, he criticized a judge just he does not attempt to be “politically racist language is used? What would money, but follow also the lies.” – the political spectrum used the presi- for his heritage and he failed to dis- correct;” he speaks his mind directly. you do if a friend or family mem- Carl Bernstein dent’s offensive language in the news avow the Ku Klux Klan following the Being direct and speaking one’s mind ber used racial slurs around you? reports and repeatedly asked, “Is the Charlottesville protest. Being a racist, could reflect a lack of political cor- Does it depend on how offensive, or The party in charge of the govern- president a racist?” however, is not illegal in the Unit- rectness (in a pejorative sense indicat- how racist the comment was? Would ment tells us not to trust the govern- Both sides had a lot to say about ed States. This is a free country and ing dishonesty), but it can also reflect your response vary if the racist person ment and that the government lies. the incident but were not in agree- we have the right to our beliefs and intolerance and bigotry. was your boss, your sibling, or your The conspiracy theorists that are in ment about the words the president the right to express them, even when friend? Disagreeing with someone charge are correct – they do lie. actually used, or the meaning of the the beliefs are distasteful and disgust- ‘“Political correctness’ is a label the over racist behavior or language does words he did use. A few of the in- ing. What we don’t have a right to do privileged often use to distract from not have to be argumentative or con- To read past editions of Words From dividuals who were in the room is to discriminate because of our be- their privilege and hate.” frontational. Disagreeing with some- Winterbilt, visit the Author’s section with the president during the speech liefs. In the government or positions –DaShanne Stokes one does not require you to be dis- of Emmitsburg.net. Common Cents War and poverty: a compromise with hell Robert C. Koehler ness at a time of renewed focus on many fewer doctors and hospital the stalemated conflict in Afghan- beds per person than the OECD t’s so easy to paper over the real istan and the threat of war on the average. IAmerican security void with Korean peninsula.” “US infant mortality rates in verbiage about strength vs. weak- Don’t ask any further ques- 2013 were the highest in the de- ness and the endless need to up- tions. Blame domestic spending veloped world. grade the military. — on schools, healthcare, high- “America has the highest incar- Here’s Secretary of Defense Jim ways, food stamps, environmental ceration rate in the world, ahead Mattis, for instance, quoted the cleanup — for the national defi- of Turkmenistan, El Salvador, other day in The Guardian: “It cit. And above all, don’t look too Cuba, Thailand and the Russian is incumbent upon us to field a closely at the dying empire the Federation. Its rate is nearly five more lethal force if our nation is U.S. military continues to “de- times the OECD average.” ing billions more on weapons that bark on a journey of complex to retain the ability to defend our- fend.” If you do, you might con- This is just a small portion of don’t work to fight enemies that awareness. Instead, Americans selves and what we stand for.” clude it’s not doing such a great Alston’s observations, which in- don’t exist?” asked Stephen Miles get simplistic analyses that fail This is the cornerstone of The job ensuring the nation’s security. cluded such horrors as unsafe of Win Without War. to penetrate the Great Lie, that Great Lie, the foundation of glob- “The United States is one of the drinking water, inadequate sanita- The questions raised by Ameri- evil is somehow un-American, a al suffering and disorder: that all world’s richest and most power- tion facilities (“I saw sewage-filled ca’s Fourth World poverty should force wielded by foreigners. For the glorious abstractions for which ful and technologically innovative yards in states where governments never, ever be separated from the instance, in another recent AP we stand — freedom, democra- countries; but neither its wealth don’t consider sanitation facilities discussion of war and the military story that addressed the Trump cy, etc. — are maintained by vi- nor its power nor its technology is to be their responsibility”) and budget. And high-ranking politi- budget proposal, the framing, of olence and the threat of violence. being harnessed to address the sit- broke, desperate municipal gov- cians should never be permitted course, was that deficit-spending The strength of evil, see, is almost uation in which 40 million people ernments meeting their budgets by the free press to wallow in ab- was its biggest problem, appall- infinite, and it lurks uncontained continue to live in poverty.” by trapping poor people in endless stract rhetoric about “our values” ing some Republicans but not all beyond our borders, but it stays So Philip Alston, the United debt through the doubling and re- as they seek to justify war — es- of them. away from us as long as it fears us. Nations special rapporteur on ex- doubling of fines for minor infrac- pecially the current, endless wars, “But many other Republicans Therefore, do not, under any cir- treme poverty and human rights, tions. which, as they steal resources from pointed to money they have long cumstances, question the size of wrote in December after a 10-day In America, the horrors of pov- the home front, keep worsen- sought for the Pentagon, which our military budget. tour of poverty zones across a wide erty go on and on. The solution ing the quagmires they’ve created they say needs huge sums for read- This is the directive followed swath of the United States, from for some — especially those in po- across the planet. iness, training and weapons mod- by much of the U.S. media, even California to Puerto Rico. The sitions of power — is simply to In our fear of facing what we’ve ernization,” the story tells us. as that budget continues to swell points he makes in his U.N. re- close their eyes to it. How quick- created, oh Lord, we continue to Then Paul Ryan is quoted: “It and the wars we wage grow ever port are excruciating to read, illu- ly it goes away when it doesn’t af- make things worse. It’s called bi- provides what the Pentagon needs more intractable. Indeed, the minating, as they do, the Fourth fect you. partisanship. In the current state to restore our military’s edge for Trump administration’s recent- World poverty in this nation that “When our nation can’t manage of American politics, the best we years to come.” ly released 2019 budget proposal is hidden in plain sight. To wit: to turn the lights on for the people can get from our allegedly dem- So relax. Even if we’re dying as includes $716 billion for the mil- “US healthcare expenditures of Puerto Rico, when we can’t help ocratic government is a compro- a nation, we’re still tougher than itary. Think of it as a quiet hem- per capita are double the OECD those suffering from opioid addic- mise with hell: social bandages anybody else. orrhage. Mattis, this time refer- (Organization for Economic Co- tion get treatment, and when we plus nuclear weapons. enced by the Associated Press, says operation and Development) av- can’t ensure education and health- I blame the media for this, be- Robert Koehler, syndicated by Peace- it’s needed “to pull the military erage and much higher than in care to all of our citizens, how is cause the only way to move be- Voice, is a Chicago award-winning out of a slump in combat readi- all other countries. But there are it possible we can justify spend- yond illusion and fear is to em- journalist and editor. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 13 COMMENTARY

The story first ran on Real Clear Pol- Alinsky, suggests that this reaction itics then was picked up by other out- was scripted and planned. They cre- The American Mind lets. The MSM has done everything it ate the environment for these events Never let a good crisis go to waste can to kill the story. to incubate, (See Raynard Jackson Marjory Stoneman Douglas High quote above) then take advantage William Hillman column this month in “Black Press adults to think critically about the School shooting survivor, Colton of the tragedy for their own politi- USA” said it best: world they live in. No one wants to Haab, appeared on FOX News’ Tucker cal ends. his month I had planned on a col- In American society today, many accept personal responsibility for any- Carlson Tonight to talk about his saga Let me make this clear. If we Tumn about the Super Bowl, The people have bought into the notion thing that happens in their lives; every- with CNN and how they “scripted” want to make schools safe, we can. Eagles win, and the fun of taking the that man, not God, is the measure one gets a trophy; everything bad that a question for him to use at Wednes- And it can be done without tak- family into Philadelphia to celebrate of all things. There are no rules. No happens to them is always someone day night’s town hall event hosted by ing away the rights that this coun- with the city. Maybe next month. restraints. American society has cast else’s fault. the network and moderated by CNN’s try was founded on. Funny how the On Valentine’s Day, seventeen stu- the traditional nuclear family by The state of Florida and the F.B.I. Jake Tapper. ruling class has no problem secur- dents and faculty members were mur- the wayside. For liberals, normal is are going to spend millions of dollars Haab, a JROTC member who ing banks, government officials and dered by a former classmate at Marjo- whatever you feel like doing at any trying to figure out why this kid killed helped shepherd students to safe- offices, and Hollywood elites, but ry Stoneman Douglas High School in given moment. students and faculty members at that ty, was approached by the network to when it comes to schools their an- Parkland, Fl., a small community west Liberal Hollywood elites, the most school in Parkland. In reality, there are ask a question at the town hall. Haab swer is to hang a sign that says, “gun of Boca Raton. vociferous advocates for gun control, no simple solutions to most problems showed CNN what he wanted to say free zone.” Another school shooting. I cannot refuse to take responsibility for the vi- that we wrestle with as a society. but said Carrie Stevenson, an executive The left’s motive is clear. The first think of a more tragic and sad experi- olence and lack of morals that are con- Unfortunately, sometimes bad producer at CNN, ultimately reject- and second amendments stand in ence for a parent than losing a child. stant themes in their movies and TV things happen to good people and ed it and instead after several conversa- the way of the left’s solution to all the As a parent, I’m not sure how I would shows; most of them won’t even ac- banning guns won’t change that. tions “scripted” a question for him. world’s problems through centralized survive what these parents are going knowledge the negative effects that The left has jumped into full Saul “CNN had originally asked me to planning. Any event that gives them through. Tragedies like this are the re- their industry has on the minds of Alinsky mode and has seized on the write a speech and questions and it traction to chip away at those rights sult of actions by a mentally dam- young people. shooting to push their own fascist po- ended up being all scripted,” Haab will be exploited. aged person. There is no understand- The result is generations of children litical ends. Less guns and more control said to a local news outlet Wednes- In order to achieve their ends, the ing the actions of people who commit who become desensitized to violence over the people. day night. planners must create power – pow- acts like this, which is why I don’t have and mayhem, who then lash out in real CNN starts spreading the false in- “Originally I had thought that it was er over men wielded by other men – much to say about it. We will grieve life, without ever considering the reper- formation that there have been eigh- going to be more of my own question of a magnitude never before known. as a community and cry for the chil- cussions of their actions. teen school shootings since the start of and my own say and then it turned out Their success will depend on the ex- dren and the parents. Political activists These kids don’t wake up one day this year. What they did not tell their to be more of just a script. And she had tent to which they achieve power. will elbow to make money from selling and decide to go on murderous ram- audience is their count included events actually said that over the phone that I Democracy is an obstacle to this sup- snake-oil solutions. pages at their schools, simply because such as a man who committed sui- needed to stick to the script.” pression of freedom, which the cen- Last month I wrote about the cur- someone picked on them during cide in a school parking lot while the In just nine days these “kids” tralized direction of economic activ- rent sex scandals - #metoo movement lunch or they experienced a bad break- school was closed, and misfires at po- raised nine million dollars for stu- ity requires. Hence arises the clash - and how Hollywood shares much of up. We have all gone through that as lice academies, etc. CNN then went dent anti-gun actions. They have between planning and democracy. – the blame for this culture yet refuses to teenagers and young adults and we got on to hold a town hall with the stu- organized massive social media and Friedrich A. Hayek take responsibility for any. Much the through it without killing and maim- dents of Parkland, in which their ques- MSM events that normally take same can be said for the glorification of ing dozens of our classmates. tions and comments were scripted by professionals weeks to organize. I To read past editions of The American violence kids are exposed to. What is different now? Today, it’s CNN. Comments that did not follow find this very hard to believe. The Mind, visit the Authors section of Em- My friend Raynard Jackson, in his very hard to get teenagers and young the narrative were disallowed. left’s handbook, as written by Saul mitsburg.net.

ing America great again was always just that - a hollow catchphrase. He is for the Down Under rich, who have jumped on the bandwag- Truth on with glee, because they always want more power and loot. Mr. Putin and his Submitted by Lindsay likely to turn to anarchy for solutions. oligarchs are in there, and whether de- Melbourne, Australia Anything is better than this, and they liberately or accidentally, these two pow- may well follow the example of their er-grabbing tyrants would like to be able All power is trust…from the peo- parents and other frustrated people and to shape the world to their views. ple, and for the people, all springs vote for the only person who seems to The stock exchange has welcomed and all must exist. –Benjamin be different. A form of revolution, long the tax cuts, which sees more money Disraeli, 1825 overdue, a way that the stresses pro- for its members. It trotted out its ob- duced by past politics can be released. fuscating mantras again, trickle down, he Miami massacre has sent That is exactly what was supposed to jobs, prosperity and so on, but big Twaves of distress throughout happen when Mr. Trump was elected. business still rules, haves to get more, our communities here. We have His voters did not see, they did not have nots to get less. watched horror as the previous reckon with the reality – that he was Foreign policy would be a laugh ones have occurred, but this one not in it for them, but for himself. if it wasn’t so gobsmacking. The big- enue on government services such as do not know how you live with such has been so terrible that any of us His flamboyant ways were – and are gest undertaking Mr. Trump has is to education, social service and health, things hanging over your heads, nor have been openly weeping. There’s - smoke and mirrors, his speech and build a needless wall to keep out Mex- yet are prosperous and resistant to cor- do we understand the hatred and prej- distress and anger over the inabil- actions all part of the three pea trick icans, the most idiotic idea of all time; ruption. Meaning that their citizens udice that seems to flow around the ity that seems to hang over your he used to dupe. He does not use ar- unbelievably, he has elected to not go are cared for properly, private owner- nation. Three Billboards Outside Ebb- attempts to tighten and change gument, reason, or restraint, he uses ahead with a trans-pacific partnership ship of infrastructure is minimal, busi- ing, Missouri is a sad and disturbing the gun laws, and are astounded ‘I’. No report goes without “I passed – which would help you and hurt us – ness is healthy, and relations with their portrait of this, yet is hardly enough to that the churches seem to have re- this”, “I signed this” or some such. It and to divert attention from his dark neighbours as good as it gets. show the depths of the anger that is in mained silent and thus are pro gun. is the size of his ego that dumbfounds side with rants about the bad guys. Race relations? A race to the bot- the hearts of so many actions and the Mainstream media too have fallen and scares us, and I suspect that many Other major problems are, one tom. Poverty? Alive and well, a big hate messages that spread across social silent, and we simply do not under- of his supporters are beginning to feel hopes, being dealt with by people who growth industry. Psychiatric care? A media. When the gun lobby, the re- stand why a country that has been a the same. have some idea of reality. How does he hospital case. Social service? Hanging pressive and unjust system of justice, beacon of freedom has become one of Certainly the high school students stack up against corruption? America in there thanks to morally responsi- and the running down of infrastruc- random death and terror. Not only are who recently witnessing this massacre has slipped down the scale, according ble Trump antagonists. The econo- ture is added to this, it seems that there the foundations of society weakened, feel this, the relatives are aghast, and to the latest report, as Russia is now in my? Well now, let’s print some more is still not enough anger to make con- but the trust on which society relies is the world shakes its head in disbelief. the mix, and they are open purveyors money, the magic that just keeps on gress do anything substantial. watered down; antagonism spreads, ‘Just another massacre’ is something of it. Cyber security? The war is alive giving. Manufacturing? Great – for Maybe the Miami massacre will frustration and the spectre of suicide no one on earth should ever hear; yet and well on that front, Russia, China, armaments. Unemployment? More produce enough shame to prod con- rises, and when no reform is produced, this was his initial reaction. Hardly and you fighting the most pernicious armies please. gress into action. I cannot see anything then trust, so necessary for progress, is unexpected, seeing the NRA are ma- and invisible conflict ever devised. We hope that the latest protests over else working. In the meantime, we’ll diminished with open rebellion rising jor supporters, and his reluctant talk Humanitarian aid? Inhuman. De- the Florida shooting will bear fruit, still visit. We really do love you guys. from underground to mainstream. of tightening ways of preventing mad mocracy? Down the drain in Ameri- which in view of Mr. Trumps dismis- Unable to rely on the hierarchy, people getting guns is sickening. ca, good in Scandinavia and parts of sive comments and the lack of previ- To read past editions of Down Under, the established political parties or the So, after 12 months in office, how is he Europe. Amazing, isn’t it that these re- ous success in getting legislation passed visit the Authors section of Emmits- church, young aware people are more doing in other areas? The slogan of mak- gions spend over 50% of their tax rev- to reign it in does not auger well. We burg.net. 14 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 THE (retired) ECOLOGIST Of words and manners Bill Meredith ly meant. I thought it was a medi- work in small populations usually cal term that came from the Latin don’t work in large ones. Scotland has “To solve a problem, follow word for “blood,” so I had assumed a population of about 9.2 million; the the money.” that when applied to a mental atti- U. S. has over 326 million. Disarming tude it should express something 9 million people in an area of 30,000 y oldest grand-daughter has like “bloody-minded.” But when I square miles is possible; disarming Mbeen living in China for looked it up I found it was the op- 325 million in an area of 2.9 mil- the past several years, and just this posite. It was Greek, not Latin; and lion square miles is not. And wheth- month she married a very nice Chi- in Galen’s time, it indicated a ruddy er guns are legal or not, there will nese man. They want to start a fam- complexion, which in those days was always be mentally deranged individ- ily. I love children, and have no thought to indicate good humor and uals in our population. I have no idea great grand-children yet, so I have cheerfulness. “Not sanguine,” then, what fraction of the population this hopes that I may live to experi- would mean not cheerful… i.e., includes, but to imagine a simple ex- ence it. There are so many things gloomy. And my friend was right. ample, suppose one person in 1,000 In 1970, 77 national guardsmen with rifles and bayonets to watch and wonder about as they Not long after that conversation, the is demented enough to open fire on attacked students at Kent State protesting the war in Vietnam – resulting in the death of four students. grow through childhood. For exam- whole country was rocked by news a crowd of people, as happened last ple, I have a friend whose daugh- of the killing of four students by Na- year in Las Vegas. That would mean ing through. So in every culture signs of morality, like the Ten Command- ter married a French student a few tional Guard troops at Kent State our population of 326 million would were developed to reduce the chance ments. All of these are things you years ago, and they now have a lit- University. include 326,000 potential mass mur- of conflict. For example, raising a have learned in history classes, and tle boy who is about three years old. This is on my mind now because derers. Even if guns were not for sale spear into position but not throwing they have evolved in various forms He is energetic, inquisitive and hap- of the school shooting in Florida. Of in stores, some of those people would it immediately might mean “This is and cultures over the past 4,000 py… just like any other three-year- course the two incidents are differ- find them. MY territory; you’d better get out,” years. Beyond these, every culture de- old, except for one thing: he speaks ent both in size and cause; one was I am not a pessimist by nature, but while placing the point of your spear veloped a system of unwritten rituals French to his father and English to an unplanned incident during a legal I am an ecologist, and this is becom- on the ground and raising an empty and rules that were taught in the fam- his mother. He is becoming aware protest to a war, and the other was a ing an ecological problem. Both in hand, palm forward, might mean “I ily and in churches. They are called of this, and is not bothered by it; to deliberate massacre planned by a de- theory and in practice, in every pop- come in peace.” “manners,” and in reducing conflict him, at the age of three, his world ranged mind. But as I listened to the ulation that has ever been studied, un- As centuries passed and ag- between individuals I think they are seems perfectly normal. range of actions proposed in response restricted growth has been found to riculture developed, more peo- just as important as written laws. My parents told me that I began to the Florida killings, it seemed that be impossible. Even if a species is as ple stopped wandering and settled It would be silliness at a crim- talking early, and was fascinated by the remedy supported most loudly dominant as we humans are on earth, into villages, and new customs be- inal level if I were to suggest that words. They read nursery rhymes to was to arm teachers and other school conflicts between individuals increase came necessary. Language had to good manners could solve the con- me at bedtime before I could talk; personnel and train them to respond as density increases and resources be- be developed for tending and trad- flict about gun control in our coun- later there were stories such as Ae- to such attacks. History seems to come more scarce. Historically, this ing livestock and crops, tools had try. My point is that without manners sop’s fables and the Bible, which were have been forgotten: the Nation- has resulted in plagues, famines and to be invented and manufactured, that show respect for others, nego- simplified for children but still used al Guard troops at Kent State were wars; and if you thought that was bad and shops were needed to sell them. tiation to reduce conflict is not pos- adult language. My vocabulary grew armed and, presumably, trained, and when the people had swords or six- Again, when some people had sible. Likewise, it would be equally faster than my body, so by the time they were there to prevent violence. guns, picture it with AR-15s. They things that others did not, customs naïve to believe that if we would all I was four or five, I was using a lot And look what happened. should not be available. were developed to reduce conflict. just “Do Unto Others,” our problems of big words whose meaning I didn’t There are no simple solutions. Fossil records indicate that agricul- Various forms of commerce devel- would go away. And it is also impossi- really comprehend. That led to a lot The politicians who support arm- ture began to appear among human oped… bits of metal were ham- ble to go back to the Good Old Days of conversations that were funny at ing school personnel slyly wink at populations about 10,000 years ago. mered into coins, rules for borrow- when life was simpler and the world the time, and occasionally became the NRA lobbyists who funded their Before that, humans lived in fami- ing and lending developed, writing was cleaner. The problems we face are embarrassing as I grew older. Now, campaigns, while the lobbyists rub ly groups, or sometimes in tribes of records on clay tablets, agreements not just American problems; they are as my memory grows erratic, it still their hands in anticipation of the mil- related individuals. They fed them- on punishment for those who broke world-wide in scope, and we can only happens now and then. lions of dollars they will receive for the selves by hunting and gathering. Es- accepted rules… in other words, deal with them by civil conduct in Incidents stick in my mind a long guns the public will have to buy. On pecially in times of bad weather there civilization came into being. a world-wide effort. I am too old to time. One day in the late 1960s I the other hand are gun-control groups was not enough food to go around, It was a slow process and different do much more than think and write was talking to a friend who said he who point to the drop in murders in so every family or tribe had to defend places progressed at different rates; in about them; but within the life-spans was “not sanguine” about the prog- Scotland after gun ownership was its foraging area. Individuals going fact there are a few cultures in plac- of my children we will know whether ress of the war in Viet Nam. I knew banned there in the 1990s. The latter out to forage were taking their lives es like the jungles of the Amazon solutions are possible. that word, and had used it my- group either disregard or are unaware in their hands; if they met a strang- that are still in the hunting/gathering This is important. These are MY self occasionally, but it dawned on of the problem of scaling, which has er, they could not tell whether he was stage. As time passed, some of these great-grand children we’re talking me that I wasn’t sure what it real- shown repeatedly that policies which invading their territory or just pass- things were written down as codes about! of behavior and laws for organizing a kingdom. Some of them were de- To read past editions of the Retired tailed and complex, like the Code of Ecologist visit the Authors section of Hammurabi, and others were rules Emmitsburg.net. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 15 IN THE COUNTRY Help the mountain lion population Tim Iverson, Naturalist panther population has rebound- escaped pet cougars caught over the ed and continues to grow. Today years what people usually see are ei- arch comes in like a lion and there are an estimated 150 panthers ther deer, coyotes, or bobcats. Mout like a lamb as the old folk in southern Florida. While still crit- On January 22, 2017 US Fish saying goes. Lions don’t generally ically low, the population remains and Wildlife Service officially re- call Maryland home, but it wasn’t stable. The Florida Panther still fac- moved the Eastern Puma from the in the too distant past that we did es threats mainly from habitat loss the Endangered Species List and in fact have a resident lion popula- via land development and vehicu- was declared extinct. However, tion – Puma concolor, or the moun- lar strikes. the puma was likely long extinct tain lion. Mountain lions can go by As a top predator in the food even before it was added to the many names: cougar, puma, pan- chain in most areas they serve a list in 1973. The last confirmed ther, or catamount. It’s a game of valuable role in the ecosystem. wild sighting was 80 years ago, in Much like in the American political semantics because they’re all genet- 1938. Many biologists and tax- While there is evidence to suggest that mountain lions are ically identical, but in North Amer- system (ideally at any rate) there are onomists urged the revision years gradually pushing their way back into the middle and eastern portions ica they all refer to the same big cat. checks and balances, and the same ago, arguing that they had been of the country they still face threats in their remaining home ranges. In January, the Eastern Puma was is true in nature. Prey species keep listed in error. Their argument has The largest key to their survival is habitat protection. officially declared extinct and re- their numbers up to ensure surviv- consistently been that there aren’t coast is possible, however it’s like- we’re experiencing now is a centu- moved from the Endangered Spe- al, while predators keep their num- two separate species of cougars, ly decades away. ries old experiment that we’re still cies List. Historically speaking these bers in check which ensures things an eastern and western. Region- While there is some evidence grappling with. The checks and bal- cats did roam Maryland and much like overpopulation, overgrazing, al differences in size and color ex- to suggest that mountain lions are ances not only apply to the natu- of the rest of the country as well. and more don’t occur. Without a ist due to localized conditions, not gradually pushing their way back ral world, but applies to us as well. While relatively common, even as keystone species like mountain li- because of a difference in subspe- into the middle and eastern portions It’s unlikely that cougars will reap- recently as mid 1800’s, they are vir- ons in the area anymore we can see cies. Initial DNA evidence seems of the country they still face threats pear in Maryland anytime soon, if tually non-existent anywhere east of a marked difference in the ecology to verify this claim. Expansion of in their remaining home ranges. ever, but if people take a balanced the Rocky Mountains with the ex- of the area. Species like deer, which the western puma has seen their The largest key to their survival and approach to development and con- ception of Florida. would be prey for cougars, have range press into the midwest and any possible expansion into old ter- servation then a healthy and stable Mountain lions were extirpat- and continue to explode though areas along the US and Canadi- ritory is habitat protection. Reper- mountain lion population can con- ed (locally extinct) from Maryland the population is managed through an border. The forests of Appala- cussions from the elimination or in- tinue to exist elsewhere. sometime in 19th century. When measures such as hunting. Inevita- chia and New England would be troduction of a species, new or old, the Eastern portion of North Amer- bly though wherever a vacuum oc- suitable habitats for these large can have ecosystem altering effects, To read past articles of In the Coun- ica was settled by colonists these big curs it will be filled, and coyotes cats if they eventually make their and the impact of their absence is try, visit the Authors section of Em- cats roamed free and were pretty have found a niche here. Coyotes way here. An expansion to the east still reverberating to this day. What mitsburg. common. If they were so common traditionally occupied territory west then you might be asking yourself of the Mississippi, but have migrat- where they all disappeared to. These ed since and can be found in much cats suffered from a double blow – of the northeast. With the elimina- hunting and habitat loss. Early col- tion of competing predators coyotes onists saw cougars as both a nui- now function as the top predator in sance and a threat. They also preyed many places. on livestock farmed by the colo- The whole checks and balances nists, which in turn caused a num- thing can be tricky, but once some- ber of problems in terms of finan- thing is set in motion it can be hard cial and basic survival needs. They to predict the end result. When col- turned their rifles on the cats and onists were exterminating those pes- began to clear the land. However, ky mountain lions just 200 years they didn’t just stop at clearing the ago they set into motion a line of land of the cats themselves. Logging dominoes that is persisting even to was a major industry throughout this day. Despite their extermina- much of the northeast and Appa- tion in the east more than a centu- lachia, and as a result the moun- ry ago there are still reported sight- tain lions lost much of their habitat. ings here. This is a common story throughout From time to time people will much of the eastern United States, call local police departments or the and the only known population of Department of Natural Resources cougars remaining in the east is lo- (DNR) and say they have either seen cated in Florida. a cougar or have video or photo- The Florida panther is the only graphic evidence of one in the area. known population of cougars in Most of these are a case of mistak- eastern North America, and it is re- en identity and there have been no garded as critically endangered. By confirmed cases of a wild mountain 1995 it was estimated that only a to- lion in Maryland since their extir- tal of 20 to 30 remained in the wild. pation. Most often people describe As a result, eight cougars from west seeing a brownish cat the size of a Texas were introduced. By bolster- German shepherd jump across the ing the population and introducing road or dart across the trail. While genetic diversity a much healthier there have been a few instances of 16 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 REAL SCIENCE Space science Michael Rosenthal craft to put a satellite into Earth or- bit, and first to berth at the Interna- ll of a sudden the newspapers tional Space Station. In 2006 SpaceX Aand magazines seem to be filled was awarded a contract from NASA with stories about space science. Here to develop and test Falcon 9, to trans- are some of these fascinating develop- port cargo to the International Space ments in the field. Station, followed by a 1.6 Billion dol- In 2001 Elon Musk conceptual- lar NASA contract in 2008 for 12 ized “Mars Oasis,” a project to land flights to replace the US Space Shut- a miniature experimental greenhouse tle, due for retirement in 2011. On on the planet Mars. His goal was to December 22, 2015, SpaceX success- regenerate public interest in space ex- fully landed the first stage of its Falcon ploration. In October of that year he rocket back at the launch pad. SpaceX On February 6, Space-X launched his biggest rocket yet from the same launch pad that traveled to Moscow to buy Interconti- eventually landed and recovered 14 sent Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins to the Moon in 1969. This rocket, the 27 engine Falcon Heavy, is the most powerful in the world. nental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs) that attempts in 2017. could send his payloads into space. SpaceX is the largest private pro- the most powerful in the world. In the founder of Amazon, who owns the Fourteen hundred light-years When this and a later effort failed, ducer of rocket engines in the world. rocket was a red Tesla (Musk owns the rocket company Blue Origin and also separate earth from a strange sight. Musk decided he would start his own Musk, a fan of the science fiction Tesla company) Roadster. After the owns The Washington Post, was over- It is a star that flickers, dimming company to build a rocket. This re- writer Isaac Asimov, views space ex- boosters were ejected and returned joyed at the accomplishment. for days or weeks, and then bright- sulted in the founding of SpaceX ploration as an important step in to earth, the nose cone opened and Here is another space science story. ening again. Recently a 200 per- with a long-term goal of creating a preserving and expanding the con- there was the Tesla, with a mannequin Only a very small number of star sys- son team of scientists has arrived at “true spacefaring civilization.” In May sciousness of human life, in support named Starman wearing a spacesuit tems have been discovered that have an explanation. In 2015 astrophys- 2002, utilizing $100 million of his of the survival of the human species, in the driver’s seat. The vehicle had more than a single planet. The Kepler icist Tabetha Boyajian published own fortune, Musk founded Space to counter all the dangers to extinc- three cameras beaming back images telescope has gazed into space since a paper describing this phenom- Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) in tion of human life on Earth. Musk’s of the blackness of space. Musk said 2009, and it has brought in data from enon, using data from the Kepler Hawthorne, California, of which he goal is to establish a Mars human that this flight was designed to excite some 150,000 stars. It was recent- Space Telescope. The star has been serves as Chief Executive Officer and colony by 2040 with a population people all over the world about space ly announced that a star has been de- named Tabby’s Star. For a while, it Chief Technology Officer. of 80,000. He plans an unmanned travel. The trajectory of the flight was tected that has eight planets circling it, was postulated by an astronomer at SpaceX develops and manufactures flight to Mars in 2022 and a manned designed to travel on a path around named the Kepler90 system. This is Pennsylvania State University, Jason space launch vehicles with a focus on Mars flight in 2024. the sun that would reach out to Mars. the same number of planets as in our Wright, that extraterrestrials on the the advancement of the state of rocket On Tuesday February 6, Musk This flight indeed received excite- own system, an uncommonly large planet may have constructed a huge technology. The company developed launched his biggest rocket yet from ment and congratulations from all, number. The Kepler telescope trails array of solar panels! But the SETI Falcon 1 and Falcon 9 rockets and the same Launchpad that sent Neil including President Trump and Vice behind earth, and it has been in space Institute radio telescopes detected the spacecraft Dragon. In Septem- Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael President Pence, and even from ri- since 2009, during which time it has no signs of alien life. A detailed and ber 2008, Falcon 1 became the first Collins to the Moon in 1969. This vals including the CEO of Boeing, a brought in data from 150,000 stars. lengthy study, using funds from a privately funded liquid-fueled space- rocket, the 27 engine Falcon Heavy, is competitor of SpaceX. Jeff Bezos, the The newly discovered planet, say public campaign, was undertaken at scientists, has a surface temperature a private observatory in California. as high as 800 degrees F., and it cir- It was determined that something cles its star every two weeks. This star between Tabby’s Star and us blocks system has small rocky planets closest blue light more than red light, rul- to its sun and gas giants farther away, ing out alien activity and pointing but the planets in our system are more to a giant dust cloud as the culprit. spread out. However, the star system The study continues. may have more planets that we have To close, here is one more current not detected. The universe is indeed space science story. NASA’s Cassini huge. The Kepler and its revised sys- spacecraft, the robotic explorer of Sat- tem, K2, have confirmed the loca- urn, ended its journey of 20 years in tions of 2,500 exoplanets and some December 2017, as unmanned Cas- 5,000 possible candidates. The K2 sini slipped into Saturn’s atmosphere will run out of fuel sometime this year. and disintegrated. This was one bil- If you are a reader of science fic- lion miles from earth! The Cassini tion (and even if you are not), you journey circled Saturn for 13 years, far cannot help but wonder whether the beyond the original 4-year plan, send- vast universe has life other than ours. ing back multitudes of photographs How can such a huge ensemble have with many discoveries. One of the life limited only to our earth? Some most striking discoveries was an ocean people take solace in religion to justi- of water on the icy exterior of Ence- fy that we are the only human habi- ladus, a moon of Saturn 310 miles in tat. Others are convinced that we just diameter, the sixth largest moon of haven’t discovered extraterrestrial life Saturn, discovered in 1789. yet. And of course, as we’ve written before, some believe that aliens have To read past articles by Michael Rosen- been here on Earth and still are hang- thal visit, the Authors section of Emmits- ing around! burg.net.

The Mother Seton School Science (STEM) Fair is coming! This exciting event, about which I have written in the past, will be open to the pub- lic on Wednesday, March 7, between 6 - 7 p.m. The projects developed by the students are high- ly professional in nature, consisting of a hypoth- esis, materials used, procedures undertaken, ob- servations, data obtained, and the conclusions drawn from the experiment. I strongly encour- age you to attend this impressive event. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 17 THE VILLAGE IDIOT The price of idiocy (about $9.00) Jack Deatherage, Jr. (I got that clue from the master but chasing the idea any farther pizzaiolo at Pizza Leone. Mr. Stav- leads to madness. I’ve been down s is not unexpected, Farch ros guarded his recipe too care- that “let’s build a community gar- A(February/March) finds me fully to give me such a hint.) The den” path! I know how it goes. wallowing in indecisiveness as the “00” flour allows the dough to Still, Tattoo Don urges me to longest month of the year flips stretch more easily than any pre- talk to Mayor Don (Is there a back and forth between winter vious pizza dough I’d built from coincidence here? A budding cabal and spring, with occasional side- recipes I’d gleaned outta variety of of Dons?), and Cantori strategi- ways runs at outright summer! books that never mentioned “00” cally places an “I Ching” (Book And that was just February! The flour. of Changes) kit where I can’t help gods alone know what March is The veil lifted as I folded the but see it each time I wander going to do to me! At least I hope dough over the sauce, cheeses and through his shop. “I Ching” flows they know. I like to believe some meats. The clouds parted, and from the Ta o Te Ching, which intelligence in the universe has a the angels sang, “Swing low sweet can mean: “The Book of the Way clue as to what is going on here. chariot” as the DW and I took our and its Virtue”. I feel the universe Homo sapiens don’t seem to know. first bites of a treat we’ve missed pushing me, or a tattooer is. I’m Which reminds me - I think I’ve since Stavros sold the restaurant! not sure about the magician, but evolved, or de-evolved into a new “This is it!” The DW the Pagans convinced me there are subspecies: Homo hibernatum. announces. “No more pizzas. Just no coincidences. (Where’s my blankie? I feel a nap make these!” I buy the “I Ching” for $9.00. fast approaching!) Me, being me, I set about build- So it goes. Most people, at least in the USA, ing pan pizzas, which she declared I’m currently reading, or skim- now walk around with a device in - “These are fantastic! Make pizza ming three cookbooks, “Slaugh- their hands that can potentially this way from now on!” terhouse Five” by Kurt Vonnegut access nearly all the knowledge So I requested “The Pizza Bible: Jr., a book on an alternative his- accumulated by Homo sapiens. The World’s Favorite Pizza Styles, tory of mankind, a sniper novel, Sadly, they tend to use the device from Neapolitan, Deep-Dish, several lasagna gardening books, Once again, some photos just don’t need captions … to watch cat videos and start argu- Wood-Fired, Sicilian, Calzones and one on language and the ments with strangers on Internet and Focaccia to New York, New evolution of the human mind. I capacity and ability to understand mayor about a garden. So it goes, social media sites. So someone Haven, Detroit, and more” from bought the “I Ching” because it the freaking introduction. Which though I struggle to sleep through on a social media site claims. I’d the library. So it goes. has been used for thousands of I seem unable to grasp- possibly the worst of it. have argued the point, but I was Somewhere, between naps and years to focus the mind, to bring because I keep falling into naps as busy watching a cat video - via my pizzas, I manage to order the gar- clarity of thought, and provide I try to read it? Though I’m think- To read other articles by Jack Death- desktop computer. None of those den seeds I plan to trial this com- insights as to where one is, was, ing I’m more worried it’s going to erage visit the Authors section of cyborg phones for me! ing warm season. With the seeds and could be if one had the mental point me toward talking to the Emmitsburg.net. Of late, my online social media safely in the seed fridge I wander interest has been bread building. down the hill to the Emmitsburg I know that’s about as predictable Tattoo Company and irritate the as a politician lying to get elected, tattooers until they tell me, “Get but definitely more interesting, the heck out Jack!” (Actually, the and potentially useful and/or tasty. language is a wee bit stronger than (I suspect even politicians can be that. It is a tattoo shop after all.) made tasty with a good seasoning Being one to catch such a subtle rub and proper cooking method, hint, I wander further along Main but that’s another column.) Hav- Street to Cantori’s shop where I ing either read, or at least thumbed toddle around the room occasion- through most of the bread build- ally skimming a book or five, and ing books the county and state if I have any paper money trying library systems have, and not to escape my wallet I buy a cou- being particularly impressed with ple of books I know will make my the more common bread building head hurt when I finally try to websites I’ve looked at, I joined a read them. If Cantori isn’t overly couple of bread groups on Face- busy I sit and we talk about much book. I unjoined them almost as of everything - gardens to gui- quickly. All but one. I stuck with tars, magic to musicians, actors to that group because they included anarchy, and then he tells me to pizza building! get out. So it goes. Between naps, which range Somewhere between Canto- from 20 minutes to several hours ri’s and the tattoo shop, garden- most days, I’ve taken to build- ing became the focus of much ing pizzas inspired by that Face- of the conversations, at least as book group. Most group members I recall them. Tattoo Don, Pil- are sourdough enthusiasts so I’ve lar of the Community suggested had to reactivate my starter, which I talk to the town government proved much easier than I’d been about building a community gar- led to believe. Turns out that most den on the farm the town owns of what I’ve read about sourdough between Scott and Annandale was hype and bull stuff. But I Roads. While I’m not keen on guess building a starter the way I dealing with government of any did doesn’t fill a book worth sell- kind, the idea dug into the deteri- ing for $25.95. orating brain matter well enough My first pizza breakthrough was that I searched for a satellite map actually a stromboli of the kind of the property to see what it looks Mr. Stavros made when he still like these days. (Google Map: owned the restaurant bearing his 39.698045, -77.346000) I hav- name today. Stavros’ stromboli en’t been on that farm since the was actually a calzone, but I didn’t late 1970s/early ‘80s so I was sur- know that when I was gobbling prised to see (based on the photo) his delicious creations down most that there may be ground near the Friday afternoons. My version was buildings suitable for decent sized made with a sourdough that I’d gardens. There are open fields that added 25% Caputo “00” flour to. could be planted in crops as well, 18 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 PETS A second chance Jennifer Vanderau I didn’t have my claws anymore. It thought I realize I can’t. I don’t Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter took me a while to recover from that have my claws. Mom and dad left and my toes felt weird even when me alone, outside and basically de- hings have been kind of fun- the pain went away, but I got used fenseless. Tny around here recently. Mom’s to it. I wish I could claw up the door The awareness of how much trou- been putting a lot of stuff in boxes to get mom’s attention now. I want ble I’m actually in makes my insides and dad’s been moving the furniture back inside the house. go cold. I really don’t stand a chance – not to another room, either, he’s Doors close inside and I swear out here and I know it. taking it out of the house. for a second I hear my mom sob Somehow, I think the cat across I don’t really understand, but a little. She only does that when from me knows it too. When he since I’ve been living with mom and she’s really upset about something. moves, surprisingly, it’s not to attack. dad – almost six years now – I real- Now I need to get inside. I know He simply steps forward, almost ize that sometimes humans can be a how to comfort her. I sit in her lap hesitantly and stretches his nose out funny species. and let her rub my fur. That al- to mine. I let him introduce himself Just as I’m getting ready to have ways helps. I cry a little bit myself, and get a few sniffs in of my own. a little nap, mom comes along for hoping mom will hear and come I wonder if maybe he feels bad for a cuddle. I don’t argue too much get me. me. Maybe he knows what’s hap- ‘cause it’s been a while since mom There’s a noise behind the house pened to me. Maybe his scars aren’t or dad has had a chance to snuggle and I realize it’s the sound of the slid- actually from fights he started. May- with me. I rub my nose along mom’s ing glass door. Mom must be on the be I’ve misjudged him. chin, automatically start to purr and porch. I go as fast as I can around I’m very nervous and don’t sort of settle in. back, sticking close to the house, warm up right away, but amazingly Hurley is an 8-month-old Shepherd/Doberman mix, near as we can tell. He came into us as a stray and is just a goofy, Then another weird thing hap- only to see mom get into the big red enough, the old timer’s nice. He tells adorable boy who will need some training. Hurley absolutely pens. Mom apologizes. Says she’s and white truck I’d heard earlier. me stories of his life – he’s been ev- loves attention and food. If you think you’ve got the right spot sorry. I’m not really sure what for, She must not have seen me. I get a erywhere and apparently, sometimes for this fellow, stop on out! but her voice sounds funny and she little closer to the vehicle, but it pulls humans aren’t that nice. He warns sniffs a little like she’s crying. forward in the driveway and I can me that other animals can be worse She stands up with me in her see dad behind the wheel. Where are – territorial, he calls it – and I should arms, but this isn’t unusual. It’s been they going? Why would they leave be careful. a while, but she used to carry me with me still outside? I’m not sure what he saw in me through the house when I first ar- I cry again, but the echo gets lost that makes him sort of take me un- rived. Sometimes she’d even call me in the rumble of the engine. I try to der his wing, but he does. Shows me her “little baby” back then. follow, but the truck’s so big and I’m a good place to sleep, watches out for By the time we make it to the awfully scared and the hot pavement me, helps me get food, but it never front door, I can feel a tiny knot of the driveway burns my paws. I tastes nearly as good as what mom of worry grab a hold of my belly. step into the grass just as the truck fixes for me. I mean used to fix. I’m not a fan of what’s on the other turns down the road and speeds What mom used to fix for me. side. I’ve never really liked the out- away. Eventually, the perils of living out- doors. It’s creepy and smells fun- And that’s when it hits me. The side take their toll and I just can’t do ny and isn’t comfortable like the truth of what has just happened it anymore. I don’t want this life. So house. Plus, there are those animals crystallizes in my mind like a sharp I ask my friend for an answer. Some- I’ve seen. Some of them are just piece of glass. They’re gone. They where we could go. downright scary. cleaned out the house. Took the fur- That’s when he tells me of a place When mom opens the door, I feel niture. Packed up their valuables. where homeless animals are taken a jolt up my spine. I don’t want to But left without me. to get better, to get medicine, to get go outside. It’s hot; the air hits my I can feel myself start to shake. I shelter, to get love and to get a home. face and fur like the draft from an have no idea what to do. I’ve never He takes me to a building just down open oven door. I don’t even want to been on my own before. Mom and the street and tells me if I wait on the be here even if mom’s holding me. I dad have been my whole life from porch, by morning, someone will ar- Kennah is a 5-year-old gray-and-white girl who has been at start to squirm a little in her arms. the time I was really little. I turn rive and take me in. He says this is the shelter since December. She is a super sweet baby with She whispers in my ear, “Be safe” back to the house and stop dead in the place that helps homeless pets. gorgeous green eyes who’s looking for a forever home. and the next thing I know, I’m on my tracks. The sign reads Cumberland Val- For more information about Kennah or Hurley contact the the porch and the front door shuts There, not two feet in front of me, ley Animal Shelter. Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter at 717-263-5791 or visit behind me. I think I hear the lock is the animal I’ve seen out the win- Eventually, he wishes me luck their website at www.cvas-pets.org click, but it’s hard to tell over the dow for the past few months. He’s and says he hopes I make it. I panic that has taken over my heart. gray and covered in scabs and scars. thank him for his kindness and I jump at the unexpected sound of His eyes, I swear, are almost black. as he moves away from me, down a truck door slamming in the drive- He’s a cat, like me, but it’s clear he’s the street, I can’t help but won- way. I can see the words U-Haul never known a home. der if I’m meant to lose everyone painted on the side, but have no Centuries-old instincts kick in who’s important to me. If love and idea what that means, so I turn to and I hiss and puff out my hair. I try happiness are only fleeting, never the door, and start to scratch. to make myself look bigger. More enduring. Mom and dad took me to the vet intimidating. I know my future isn’t what I when I was about six months old My adversary doesn’t move. thought it would be. Mom and dad and when I came back, my paws I figure if he comes too close, are long gone and they’ve left me hurt every time I’d take a step and I’ll scratch him – and in the same own my own to live their life with- out me. As I wait by the doors, I can’t help but wonder if this place, this ani- mal shelter, after everything, might be what I need. As night falls around me, I send out a silent prayer that maybe, just maybe, this place will be my second chance.

Jennifer Vanderau is the Director of Communications for the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter. The shelter ac- cepts both monetary and pet supply do- nations. For more information, call the shelter at 717-263-5791 or visit the website www.cvas-pets.org. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 19 PETS

had to correct for stray voltage in all heater. The electrician had done ev- from carrying current. of her troughs and not just the one in erything correctly. Apparently it’s not While I’ll admit that I still don’t Stray voltage the colicing mare’s field. She had got- enough to plug the heater into a prop- check my water trough everyday, I have ten readings ranging from 6-9 in her erly grounded outlet. The instructions added checking for voltage to my list of Kimberly Brokaw DVM an outlet near the water trough. Espe- troughs even though she had thought say that you should also drive an 8 foot once per week chores. The voltmeter Walkersville Vet Clinic cially if using an extension cord, or oth- they were properly plugged in and ground rod in near the tank and run or multimeter are actually inexpensive. er less than desirable electric, it is im- had never felt a shock when she’d put a copper wire from the ground rod di- I ordered one from Amazon for less old weather brings its challeng- portant to check the water trough for her hand in the troughs. rectly into the water inside the tank. than $15. It was easy to use in that I Ces. Standing out in the cold with stray voltage. Her electrical set up actually looked I visit a lot of farms. While I don’t just stuck one end in the water and the a pitch fork and trying to chip away In the last cold snap, it wasn’t un- fine to me. Her heater was plugged look at everyone’s water troughs and other end to the ground rod and it dis- at frozen horse poop is no one’s idea til I was back at a client’s farm for the into a properly grounded GFI out- de-icers, I do look at them if it is con- played a voltage reading. Having read of fun. Most horses need extra hay in second time in a week that we discov- let. Since I have a similar setup for venient. I have only been to one farm the trough de-icer instructions, I also the winter and keeping water troughs ered there was stray voltage in the water my horses, I decided I would check where I noticed that they had ground have properly grounded my waterer by from freezing can also be difficult. causing the horse to not want to drink. mine for stray voltage too. I had hired wire running directly into the trough. having an extra ground wire run direct- Add to that the constant changing The first time I was called to the farm, an electrician several years ago to in- They had wrapped copper wire ly into the water. I would encourage of the horses’ blankets as the tem- I diagnosed the horse with a small im- stall the ground fault circuit interrup- around a horse shoe and put that in the everyone who owns and cares for hors- peratures fluctuate between 60°F and paction colic. I tubed her with water tor (GFCI) outlet for the plastic water- trough and had the wire connected to es to get a voltmeter, read the instruc- 15°F and it’s enough to make some- and she was back to normal. Then er so I figured mine would be at 0. My a ground rod. The set-up was unusual tions for their water trough de-icer, and one move to Florida. a few days later she coliced again. I automatic waterer had 2.4 volts in the to me which is why I asked them about make sure that they are providing their While changing blankets, feeding, went back out to the farm and found water. While it hadn’t been enough to it. Apparently the farm manager keeps horses with electricity-free water. and cleaning up after horses is labor in- that again she was dehydrated with a stop my horses from drinking, I still a voltmeter in her pocket and checks tensive, maintaining non frozen water small impaction colic. We tubed her fixed the problem. all the troughs everyday as part of her To read other articles by Kim, vis- doesn’t have to be. The old fashioned again and she returned to normal. At While fixing my trough, I actual- daily chores. She said that her ground- it the Authors section of Emmitb- way of smashing ice every morning is that point I figured there was some- ly read the instructions on the trough ing method consistently kept her water surg.net not only labor intensive, but can lead thing going on with the water. I asked to periods of time when the horses go the owner if she was having trouble without water and put them at risk for keeping the water troughs from freez- colic. While I have seen claims that put- ing. She happily told me that she had ting salt water in a plastic bottle and hav- purchased new water trough heaters ing it float in a water trough will keep and hadn’t had any problems with ice it from freezing in cold temperatures, it in the trough. The other horses were doesn’t work. While it seems obvious, drinking and hadn’t had any problems. antifreeze should not be poured into a However this mare was a thorough- water trough to keep it from freezing. bred and was more sensitive that the If the horse drinks antifreeze it can lead other horses and there was something to kidney failure and death. While I’m about the water she didn’t like. sure there are other methods to keep wa- I had the client check to see if the ter troughs from freezing, electrical heat- horse was getting shocked when ers are very convenient. she tried to drink out of the trough. The easiest way to maintain an ice- While the client couldn’t feel an elec- free water trough is to use an electric trical shock herself, when she check water trough heater. Most of the farms with with a voltmeter she had 8 volts that I go to have water trough heaters in the water trough. She added a that are plugged into GFI outlets. Oc- ground wire running directly into the casionally I’ll go to farms with exten- trough which eliminated the problem sion cords running to the trough heat- and the horse has been drinking and ers. While less than ideal, I understand not colicing. When I talked with her that it sometimes isn’t possible to have a few days later she told me that she 20 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 THE MASTER GARDENER Water gardening Mary Ann Ryan, Consumer quire electricity and access to water. If After a pond is installed, the fun part Horticulture, Penn State neither of those is available at the select- begins – choosing plants! For a pond Extension ed location, then adaptations will need to function correctly, a good balance of to be made. Garden ponds require full plant and fish life is important. In order hat do you think of when you sun. Plants are necessary for a balanced for fish to flourish, the surface of the wa- Whear “water gardening?” As it water pond, and most water plants are ter must be shaded. However, the plants turns out, many folks have different vi- sun loving. themselves mostly need full sun to grow, sions of what a water garden is, or looks Let’s start from the beginning. As- although there are some exceptions. like. Water gardens can be something suming your water feature is a garden When growing plants in the pond, the as simple as a birdbath, as challenging as pond, there’s lots of options. Garden best choice is to plant them in pots and a fish pond, as big as a farm pond, or as ponds can be constructed with flexible submerse the potted plant in the water. Lotus is a great plant to use in a water garden. Its flower structural as a fountain. liners or pre-formed liners. Either re- This becomes much easier to maintain rises above the water on a sturdy stem, in shades of pink, white When considering a water garden, quires a flat surface, and sand or quarry and control the size and location of the and red, and its leaves provide surface shade for fish. first it must be determined what the waste that goes under the liner. (There plants within the water pond. The soil of your garden. often be mistaken for the iris. Howev- purpose of the garden is. For instance, are many resources available that speak used is just regular garden soil; no need Pickerel weed, Pontederia cordata, is er, when in flower, there is no mistake. maybe a focal point is needed; or pos- to the depth of the foundation and sides for anything special. The container can another native plant that grows in shal- This plant’s flowers are inconspicuous sibly someone just wants the serenity of garden ponds.) It’s very important be any nursery pot that will hold the root low, mucky areas. Next to the cardinal by many standards, growing a hidden of the water trickling over rocks. May- that no shortcuts are taken in the con- system. There are products that are made flower, this is probably one of my favor- green colored spike in among the foli- be the excitement of growing plants that struction of the pond. Rocks can punc- just for water plants, containers and soil, ite wetland plants. Grow in a container, age. Some may say that this plant has a like it wet is the reason for a water fea- ture any liner. After the hole is dug, the but these are unnecessary. as you would all other water plants. It sweet fragrance as you brush against the ture. The reason will direct what kind sand/quarry waste is installed. Provided below is a list of shallow-lov- gets a blue flower spike in June, reaching foliage, although I have never happened and size of garden you choose. The depth of the pond will be de- ing plants. These plants are good choic- about 2’ – 3’. It has nice foliage spring upon this pleasant fragrance. When choosing the direction of the termined based upon on whether the es to place along the shelves that are con- through fall. Other types of plants needed for a water garden, size and scale must also pond will hold fish or plants, or both. structed within the pond. A group of plants that may be at the water garden include the water lily type be a consideration, as well as the main- For fish to winter over in our area, the Cardinal Flower – Lobelia cardinalis. top of our list is the water iris. There are plants. These are plants that should be tenance involved in the finished project. recommendation is a minimum depth This fantastic plant is native to our area. two species that are typically associated planted in pots and sunk down to the All water features need winterizing; ei- of 2.5 feet, 3 feet ideally. When digging Found naturally along stream banks with water gardens. One is Iris versicol- bottom of your garden pond. Water ther dumping water out of a birdbath the pond or choosing a pre-formed lin- and boggy areas, this plant gets red flow- or. This is a blue iris, blooming typically needs to at the very minimum, cover and turning the bowl upside down, or er, consider shelving along the edges. er spikes that can reach to 4 feet high. in May. Iris versicolor is a native peren- the container. putting a heater in the bowl to keep it This will allow for a variety of plants that It typically blooms in mid-summer and nial, found in wet sites along ponds and Many types of lilies are available for from freezing. Most water features re- like shallow water, but not submersion. the hummingbirds love it. streams. This plant is a great addition to the home water garden. The tropical Cannas, although tender, work great any water garden. It doesn’t spread very water lilies are those that must be treated in a water garden. These plants can be quickly, so dividing it is probably an ev- as you would a canna. Lift the tubers in found with red, yellow, pink or peach ery two or three year chore. Howev- the fall, cut off any foliage that is left, and flowers, blooming in August – Septem- er, Iris pseudacorus is a yellow iris, and store it in a cool, dry location. Or treat it ber. The foliage can be quite striking as spreads quite rapidly, some may even as an annual plant – one season. Tropi- there are variegated varieties available in call it invasive. This is not one to ever cal lilies come in many shades of pinks, addition to green leafed varieties. These plant directly in the soil, but in a con- purples, and other colors. plants would need to come out of the tainer that can be managed on a year- The hardy water lilies, however, are pond and the tubers stored in a cool, dry ly basis. It will grow quickly. Both irises exclusively white or yellow. But the location through the winter until the will grow as much as 2’ tall, sometimes good thing about these plants is that water warms up in the spring. Reaching reaching 3 feet. they can be cut back and wintered about 5’ in height with flowers, this is a Sweet flag, Acorus calamus, resembles right in the pond, provided it’s at least plant worth considering on the shelves the iris in foliage. Sword-like leaves will 2.5 feet deep. Lotus, Nelumbo nucifera, is a beauti- ful plant, although aggressive. This big guy needs to be grown in a large con- tainer and divided yearly to keep it un- der control. The flower arises above the water on a sturdy stem, in shades of pink, white, red and others. It is a very colorful flower and majestic plant in the water garden. Any of these lilies provide water surface shade for the fish in the pond. They keep the water cool, and are great for color in the garden. Floaters often refers to those plants that hang out on the surface of the wa- ter. These roots do not need soil in or- der for the plant to survive. Some such plants are the water lettuce and water hyacinth. Both of these plants are annu- als in this part of the county, however, in warmer climates where there is no freez- ing temperatures, they will survive from season to season. The water hyacinth has a purple flower in the summer and rounded leaves. It will add some texture to the surface and provide quick shade as they multiply quite quickly. The water hya- cinth is invasive in warmer climates, so if moving south, don’t ask to buy a wa- ter hyacinth! The water lettuce does not produce flowers, but has rosettes of green leaves that float, adding texture to the garden. Some things to remember: water gardens work well when there is a bal- ance of fish and plant life. Bubblers, fountains and falls will add oxygen to your garden, keeping it healthy as well. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 21 THE MASTER GARDENER

When maintaining a water garden, be ground and a proper base is important sure to manage plants properly. Keep- in the longevity of the water feature. ing them in containers and dividing When deciding on a project like a Small Town Gardener them regularly will help keep the lin- water feature, do the research. These can Making the seed packet chaos easier er from weakening due to the roots of be the most beautiful part of a garden plants and maintain a healthy balance in when managed properly. Marianne Willburn er. Categories can be as simple as Vegetables, Flowers and the pond. Herbs, but if you have a large collection you might want Don’t take shortcuts when install- To read other gardening articles, visit the f you prefer to grow much of your garden from seed, to be more specific: Tomatoes, Greens, Perennials, Annu- ing any pond or water feature. Level Gardening section of Emmitsburg.net. Ithe process of starting it can be a chaotic mess that will als etc… Now, file your seeds appropriately and keep your plague you from February till the growing season final- ‘seed bank’ somewhere you can access it the minute new Garden Patch through the Seasons ly comes to an end in autumn. You’ll have two months seeds come in the door. hese classes will be held Thurs- March 29: Early Spring Crops off and then before you know it, you’ll be starting the pro- Tday evenings, March 15 Gardening can begin as early as cess all over again. Decide upon the seeds you’re using this year through April 5, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. March, if the weather permits. This Or, you can get organized. Once all your seeds have arrived and been filed, take a at the Agricultural and Natural Re- class will cover the spring crops: Signs that you might need to include: pleasant hour on a weekend to go through the divisions sources Center, 670 Old Harrisburg leafy greens, peas, potatoes, and 1. Seed packets lying all over the house, garage and pot- and decide if you are growing them this year. If the time Road, Gettysburg. brassicas. After this class you’ll want ting shed, in various stages of being acquired (still in has already passed to plant them, don’t dwell on it – you’re This four week series will en- to start digging! We will also talk bags), read (on your nightstand), sorted (on the din- fixing this problem for next year. Put the ones you’re using able you to have a successful vegeta- about how to manage these same ing room table) and opened (by your toddler). into a large bowl. ble garden. Each class will focus on crops in the fall. 2. A nagging feeling that there’s something you need specific gardening practices, and af- to do with those numerous packets and a gener- Choose the best day of the ter attending you will be prepared to April 5: Summer Crops al knowledge that you’re probably behind and you week for you to plant garden for a great harvest. There will Warm season vegetables bring a dif- don’t know how badly. I use rectangular plastic containers to make my actu- be special giveaways at each class to ferent set of issues than any other sea- al working files – one for veg and one for flowers. Decide help you be successful! son of veggies. Tomatoes, peppers, cu- One warm sunny day you’ll wake up and realize that which day of the week is free for you to plant every week; cumbers, and melons can be the most you’re not only behind, you are WAY behind, and all for instance, Saturday. You’ll be using that day when you March 15: For the difficult plants to grow. The tempera- those seedlings you’ve been ignoring from the local gar- make dividers out of standard 3x5 inch cards. Put this Sat- Starter Gardeners tures and moisture play a huge role in den center “because you were going to start seeds,” are urday’s date on the short edge of each, and continue writ- This class focuses on how to start a these crops and what diseases and in- gone and your only hope for fresh local veg is by begging ing dates of all the successive Saturdays until you know you new vegetable garden, from soil to sects attack them. This class focuses on for a share in a local CSA. will no longer be planting (don’t forget about mid-summer planting. You’ll walk away with an best practices for growing these widely planting dates for fall crops). understanding of what it takes to used and grown summer crops. Organize now, benefit later Based on your last frost date (for me, May 1st), put a grow a vegetable garden. Registration Fee is $75, and Getting these packets integrated into a workable system number in parentheses on the corner of the first card that the deadline is March 5. To reg- helps you to plant what you want, when you want, stops designates how many weeks before frost that date represents March 22: Plant Rotation ister online visit https://extension. you having to think about the timing all the time, and (April 24th would be 1 week before frost, etc..). Once you’ve and Companion Planting psu.edu/master-gardener-vegeta- best of all removes the guilt that hovers over us this time made these cards, you’ll have them for next year too. This class focuses on nutritional ble-patch-through-the-seasons of year. needs of vegetable plants and natu- To register by phone, call toll- There is of course more than one way to skin a cat, or Make decisions about timing ral ways to manage fertilization and free at 1-877-345-0691. Payment in this case, plant a pea, but the following method for get- Now to sort your seeds. Read the info on the packet insect management. After attending methods include check or cred- ting your seed packets organized, and more important- and keep a good seed book handy for extra information this session, you’ll have a better un- it card. Refund if registration can- ly, keeping them organized, has really worked well for me (I recommend Silber’s Herbs and Vegetables From Seed derstanding of soils, compost, and celled before March 5. No refunds over the years. to Harvest). Decide if you are planting directly (in the plant management. will be issued after that date. My aim is to do almost all the thinking at one time and ground) or indirectly (in seed flats or pots). Put a big then allow myself to go on autopilot for the season – grab- “D” or “I” on the top of the packet with your marker bing the seeds I need on the date I need them and plant- and then file them by the week they need to be plant- ing them the way I’ve already told myself I should. ed using your frost date chart. Do the next packet. And the next. Gather up your seeds When you have finished, you’ll have a file of seeds that First, you’ll need a container to hold and organize your ex- instantly tells you what you’re planting this week and how isting seed collection. As my collection has grown over you’re doing it. Each Saturday, you can look at your file the years, I have moved up from an old tupperware ice in the morning, plant your seeds and put the half empty cream container to a wooden desk letter box covered by a packet in a bowl for recording and re-filing in the seed bank garbage bag and kept in a cool place during the off season. when all seeds are planted. If you wish to make succession Create some 3 x 6 dividing cards out of an old ma- sowings, you can simply re-file the packet two weeks on. nila folder (so they stand up above the seeds) and on Move your divider card to the back of the pile and rest their short edge, categorize them with a sharpie mark- easy each week knowing that there is nothing you need to do until the next Saturday. And the next.

Less time thinking, more time planting Of course, less time doesn’t mean ‘no time.’ Sometimes unseason- able weather changes dates, so I’ll have to move those packets back a week in readiness for bet- ter weather. But all in all, my at- tention and brain power can be moved to those little seedlings al- ready started, and building this habit means that July planting dates don’t pass me by. Organization is the key to a better garden and a better state of mind over the season. There’s so much going on; why not make it easier for yourself from the be- ginning?

Marianne is a Master Garden- er and the author of ‘Big Dreams, Small Garden.’ You can read more and find photos at www.small- towngardener.com or follow The Small Town Gardener on Facebook. 22 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 FOUNTAINDALE FIRE COMPANY AWARD BANQUET

The 2017 Chief’s Award was given to the members of Fountaindale VFD who helped in anyway to make the first Adams Officers for 2018: Front row (L - R): Director John Ruppel, Secretary Sarah Ginn, Treasurer Peggy County Junior Firefighter Academy a success. The 3 cadets in the Martin, Asst. Secretary Karen Rudisill. Back row: Vice-President Dale Buffington, Director Sam Ginn, front row graduated from the inaugural Adams County Director Steve Yingling, Director Chris Corle, President Keith Rudisill. Junior Firefighter Academy in August of 2017.

2017 Member of the Year Award was given to Dave Martin in Chief Dave Martin and granddaughters and future junior Fountaindale VFC Vice-President Dale recognition for his 40 years of dedication to the fire company. firefighters Emma & Adeline. Buffington & wife Becky.

2017 Community Service Award winners, Junior Firefighters: Zachary Haines, 2018 Operational Officers: Chief Dave Martin, Deputy Chief the John George Family. Olivia Scott, Claudia Rudisill. Sam Ginn, Lieutenant Steve Yingling.

2017 Top Responders 2018 Line Officers: 2017 Administrative Officers: Dave Martin Claudia Rudisill Fire Chief Dave Martin President Keith Rudisill Sam Ginn Zachary Haines Deputy Fire Chief Sam Ginn Vice-President Dale Buffington Sarah Ginn Peggy Martin Lieutenant Steve Yingling Secretary Sarah Ginn Brad Hartdagen Steve Yingling Assistant Secretary Karen Rudisill Chris Corle Colleen Rudisill Board of Directors: Treasurer Peggy Martin Scott Bowling Charles Berger, Chris Corle, Sam Ginn, John Ruppel, Steve Yingling MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 23 24 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 HEALTH NOTES

• High blood pressure • High blood sugar • High BMI (body mass index) Women and heart disease • High cholesterol id you know an estimated buildup thickens and stiffens artery Sometimes, women may even have one side of the body. • Family history of heart disease D44 million women in the walls, which can inhibit the flow of a heart attack without chest pain. If you’re experiencing any of the • History of inflammatory diseas- U.S. are affected by heart disease blood from the arteries to organs Rather, women experience symp- symptoms of heart disease or think es, including rheumatoid arthri- each year, according to the Amer- and tissues. When buildup nar- toms that are less obvious and wom- you may be experiencing a heart at- tis or lupus ican Heart Association (AHA)? rows the arteries making it harder en sometimes blame these symptoms tack or stroke, call for emergency • Lack of physical activity Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of for blood to flow, a blood clot can on stress, acid reflux, or other health medical help immediately. • Low levels of estrogen after women, causing 1 in 3 deaths per form. That’s when a heart attack or conditions. menopause year—that’s nearly one death ev- stroke can occur. Heart disease can cause other is- Factors That Increase the Risk of • Pregnancy complications like ery minute. Symptoms of a heart attack in sues and symptoms, like heart failure Heart Disease in Women high blood pressure or diabetes There are a number of mis- women include: or congestive heart failure. This means Whether they’re 19 or 90, women of during pregnancy conceptions about heart disease • Breaking out in a cold sweat, the heart is still working, but it’s not all ages can be affected by heart dis- • Mental stress and depression in women—for example, many nausea, or lightheadedness pumping enough blood through the ease. For younger women, the com- • Broken heart syndrome, which is heart attack symptoms in wom- • Pain or discomfort in one or body or not delivering enough oxy- bination of smoking and taking birth caused by stressful situations that en are not the same as those in both arms, the back, neck, jaw, gen. Arrhythmias or abnormal heart control pills can increase the risk for can cause severe (but often tem- men. By educating yourself on the or stomach rhythms can occur, where the heart is heart disease by 20 percent. For oth- porary) heart muscle failure symptoms, prevention, and treat- • Severe pressure, squeezing, full- beating too fast, too slow, or irregular- ers, overeating that leads to obesity ment of heart disease, and taking ness, or pain in the center of the ly. This can affect the heart’s function- and high cholesterol in combination How to Prevent or Reduce the action to educate and raise aware- chest that lasts more than a few ality and whether or not blood flows with a sedentary lifestyle can result in Risk of Heart Disease ness of the disease, you can help minutes or goes away and comes properly to other parts of the body. heart disease later in life. The good news is you’re never too more women live healthier lives. back Sometimes because of heart disease, Ninety percent of women have young or too old to take care of your • Shortness of breath the heart valves don’t close or blood one or more risk factors for develop- heart. There are a number of heart- Know the Symptoms • Unusual fatigue leaks through, causing blood to flow ing heart disease. Those risk factors healthy choices you can start making of Heart Disease • Vomiting backward instead. Other times, wom- include: today to prevent heart disease and re- Heart disease is a lifelong disor- Chest pain or discomfort is not al- en may experience a stroke, or sudden • Smoking duce your risk for the disease now der that affects the blood vessels ways as severe or even prominent a weakness, paralysis, or numbness of • Diabetes and later in life. and cardiovascular system. Plaque heart attack symptom in women. the face, arms, and legs, especially on • Obesity • Eat a healthy diet of fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and low-fat or fat-free dairy products. • Follow a regular exercise routine. • Know the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack, heart disease, and stroke. • Know your family history. • Lower or manage your blood sugar, blood pressure, and cho- lesterol. • Maintain a healthy weight. • Practice stress management tech- niques. • Quit—or don’t start—smoking. • Schedule regular wellness visits with your primary care provider to learn about your personal risk for heart disease.

Living with Heart Disease If you’ve recently been diagnosed with heart disease, you’re not alone. While there’s no cure for the disease, there are things you can do each day to live the healthiest life possible. Treatment for heart disease may in- clude lifestyle changes, medications, medical and surgical procedures, and cardiac rehabilitation. The goals with all treatment are to: • Lower the risk of blood clots • Prevent complications • Reduce risk factors to slow, stop, or reverse plaque buildup • Relieve the symptoms of heart disease • Widen or bypass plaque-cov- ered arteries Some women need a procedure or surgery—like an angioplasty or coronary artery bypass grafting— to treat their heart disease. Oth- ers may benefit from cardiac re- hab under medical supervision. This includes exercise training to strengthen the muscles and im- prove stamina, and education, counseling, and training to under- stand heart disease and develop ways to lower risk for future heart problems.

To learn more about heart disease in women, including what you can do to reduce your risk for heart disease, visit FMH.org/GoRed. part 2 Emmitsburg NEWS-JOURNAL ketball for four years, in addition to four years of YMCA Sports Hall of Fame varsity softball. She lat- er became a standout n February 3, the YMCA of where she starred on the softball team, track and field. She won four unprec- at Shepherd University OFrederick County held their earning USA Today honors in 1991 edented state titles in the high jump where she still holds five 42nd annual memorial banquet to and leading the program to their first and was selected as a two-time Fred- pitching records for the honor and induct former standout ath- league title. Eventually, she returned to erick County field athlete of the year. college. In 2016, Kate letes from the Frederick County area. the area to coach softball and soccer at Kathy Messner Stevens was another Robinson was inducted This year’s class included seven new in- Frederick. standout cross-country and track ath- as a three-sport standout ductees: Kelby Conley, Megan Gebbia, While only one inductee came from lete from Catoctin High School who from Catoctin. She was Sheri Huckleberry, Zach Jackson, Ter- the Catoctin area this year, many oth- was inducted in 2012. She was a first an all-conference star in ence Morris, Evan Routzahn and Kel- er standout athletes from the local area team all-area cross-country and track soccer, basketball, and li Summers. have been inducted over the years. The and field athlete for all four years in lacrosse. She led the bas- Only one of this year’s inductees, first, Jim Phelan, was a basketball coach high school. Stevens was a 12-time ketball team to a state ti- Jackson, has ties to the local area. Jack- at Mount St. Mary’s University who state champion in the high jump, long tle in 2006 and played son attended Governor Thomas John- was inducted in 1981. Phelan coached jump, and triple jump. At one point, basketball and lacrosse son High School where he excelled as for 49 years at the Mount and recorded she held the 1A state record in the in college at Catholic a three-sport athlete. He was a three- 830 wins. Currently, he has the 16th- 300-meter dash, high jump, and triple University. She is cur- Former Catoctin High School track coach year starter in varsity football, a four- most wins of any coach in college bas- jump. She was prepared to compete Zack Johnson was one of seven Frederick rently the all-time lead- County residents inducted into the YMCA’s year starter in varsity basketball, and ketball history. John J. Grim, a coach collegiately at Penn State before a trag- ing scorer at Catholic Sports Hall of Fame at this year’s annual a state champion track runner who at both Linganore High School and ic accident put her career on hold for a University. memorial banquet honoring standout broke the state 3A record in the 100- Catoctin, was inducted in 1999. He while. Ultimately, she bounced back to Most recently, in athletes from the Frederick County area. yard dash. While he was the captain of coached for over 25 years and won compete at the collegiate level and now 2017, Jerome Nolan, ball career, setting kicking and punting the 1975 state championship basket- 14 state titles. In 1984, he served as an assists with the track and field program son of Paul Nolan, was inducted. No- team records that still stand today. ball team, football was his best sport Olympic Official during the Los An- at Catoctin. lan participated in sports from a young All candidates for the Frederick and he eventually earned a scholarship geles Olympics. While Grim is most Paul Nolan, a former Catoctin ath- age and fell in love with the game of County Sports Hall of Fame must to Syracuse University. After playing remembered for his coaching career, letic director, was inducted into the football. He attended Catoctin High be at least 21 years old, have brought football at Syracuse, Jackson enlisted in he was also a standout athlete himself. Hall of Fame in 2013. Nolan was a School and became a placekicker on honor to his- or herself and to Freder- the Army. Upon returning to the area, During his time in high school, he was teacher and coach for 32 years in the JV during his freshman year. Over the ick County by his or her accomplish- Jackson became the head track coach an all-conference football player and Catoctin area. As the athletic director at next three years, he earned many hon- ments, have been a resident of Fred- at Catoctin High School and the Silver track runner before heading to Indi- Catoctin, he was instrumental in start- ors on the varsity level team, setting erick County for five years prior to Oak Academy. ana University of Pennsylvania to play ing the football program and helped to school records and being named a first- accomplishments, and must be retired While Jackson’s résumé is quite im- football. “unify students, parents, and athletes team all-area linebacker and kicker. As for three years from active participation pressive, the rest of his fellow inductees In 2002, the Catoctin area had two as a sports community.” Kim Wivell a senior, he was named the Frederick in his or her field of endeavor. To nom- have quite a list of accomplishments inductees: Thomas M. Sherald and Gerrie, a softball star at Catoctin, was County Defensive Player of the Year inate someone for the Hall of Fame, as well. Kelby Conley was a swim- Charles E. “Jack” Davis. Sherald ex- inducted in 2015. While at Catoctin, before he moved on to Towson Uni- visit Frederick-hof.org and click on the mer who attended Governor Thomas celled during his time playing base- she also played varsity soccer and bas- versity where he continued his foot- nominate tab. Johnson High School. While at Thom- ball at Frostburg State, leading the as Johnson, she broke six school records college to the 1972 NAIA World Se- and was a three-time Frederick Coun- ries. After his playing career ended, he ty Swimmer of the Year. Ultimately, she coached at both Catoctin High School attended West Virginia University on a and Mount St. Mary’s University. He sports scholarship before returning to currently holds the record for the most the area to coach. Megan Gebbia was a wins at the Mount with 111. Sherald member of the 1989 Middletown girls’ was instrumental in bringing playoffs basketball team that won a state title. to high school baseball in the state of After playing college basketball at Tow- Maryland and is currently the owner son, Gebbia stayed at the college level and director of the Cal Ripken Base- and coached at numerous schools, in- ball School. Davis attended Gover- cluding American University, the Uni- nor Thomas Johnson High School versity of Maryland-Baltimore, Wright and was a champion track sprinter. State, and Marist College. Sheri Huck- He holds a personal best 9.5 seconds leberry attended Middletown High in the 100-meter dash and competed School where she was a standout soc- for Frederick Community College and cer player and discus thrower. She was a Penn State University on the collegiate three-time state champion in the discus level. At Penn State, Davis was a part of and a two-time Frederick County Soc- an American record sprint medley relay cer Player of the Year. After high school, and a school record 4x100 meter relay Huckleberry played soccer at the Uni- team. Currently, he is a cross-country versity of Connecticut before playing and track and field coach at Catoctin professional soccer overseas. Eventual- High School. ly she returned to the states to coach In 2004, Jesse Ketterman, a prolific at the college level at Ohio University, running back and track star from Ca- Ball State, Iowa and Marist. toctin, was inducted. He was the 1988 Terence Morris was a basketball star Frederick County Offensive Player at Governor Thomas Johnson High of the Year in football and was a state School before starring at the Univer- champion in the 1A shot put and dis- sity of Maryland. He was drafted by cus in 1989. the Atlanta Hawks and played profes- In 2009, George Kuhn, a soccer sional basketball for the Hawks, Hous- coach at Emmitsburg High School ton Rockets and Orlando Magic. Evan and Catoctin, was inducted into the Routzahn was a star of the Middle- Hall of Fame. Over his 30 years of town High School football program, coaching, he compiled seven district ti- but also ran track and field. After high tles, one regional championship, and School, he attended the University of led a team to the state finals in 1973. Virginia to play football on a full schol- He helped to initiate the first live ra- arship. Upon returning to Frederick dio coverage for high school soccer and County, Routzahn has spent his time was a member of the Blue Ridge Soc- advocating for individuals with Downs cer Officials’ Association. Syndrome. Finally, Kelli Summers was Bobby Jo Delphey-Barber was a a standout three-sport athlete at Freder- graduate of Catoctin High School ick High School, where she played soc- and was inducted in 2011. While at cer, basketball and softball. After high Catoctin, she was a three-sport ath- school, she attended Shepherd College lete in basketball, cross country, and 26 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 WWI NEWS REPORTS FROM THE FRONT Germany gambles all on the Western Front If the dispatches from Petrograd political independence was concerned, an Council of Workmen’s and Sol- gauge the situation accurately, the and that the day after the signing of the diers Delegates has determined not Germans are likely to find little dif- peace the Russian government would to recognize any imperialistic Ger- ficulty in occupying the city. Russian be in bondage to Germany. The Bol- man peace and has organized its own soldiers quite frankly refuse to fight shevik delegation voted practically as a army to continue the fight. and say that they have had enough of unit in support of the treaty while the In spite of the peace treaty, the Ger- the fighting. Social Revolutionary members fought man advance into the interior of Rus- German airplanes, meanwhile, are against acceptance of the terms and in- sia continued in full swing. Troops are distributing proclamations calling on sisted upon the immediate assembly of reported to be moving along the rail- the Russian people to remain calm and the new Constitutional Assembly and way from Minsk with the object of keep order, as the Germans are coming to allow it to decide the acceptance of cutting off Moscow. In the south, the to suppress anarchy and bring food as Germany’s peace terms. Germans have secured their immedi- soon as possible. Acceptance by the Bolshevik gov- ate objective in Ukraine in occupying ernment of the German peace terms Kiev, the capital of the Republic, af- Germany Issues New came without the support of Leon ter a little more than a ten-day march Peace Terms to Russia Trotsky, the Bolshevik Foreign Minis- through the country - 200 miles east Germany says it will conclude peace ter, who had made it clear he was op- from the former fighting front. with Russia on the following condi- posed to the treaty. Russia has broken down just as Tur- tions: 1) both sides will declare the war key broke down two centuries ago, just By the time the Bolsheviks agreed to sign the peace terms with ended; 2) all regions west of the line in- as Poland broke down a century and a the Central Powers, they had nothing left to barter – for all dicated at Brest-Litovsk to the Russian March 8 half ago, and the consequences of the intents and purposes, Russia surrendered unconditionally, and in delegation, which formerly belonged breakdown are again found in the ac- doing so, set the stage for what would be a four year civil war. to Russia, will no longer be under the Russia and Romania Sign tions of adjoining nations. Russia is the Editor’s Note: Try as we might, we were The Bolshevik commander says territorial protection of Russia; 3) Rus- German Peace Terms biggest single stretch of European terri- unable to condense the events of March that if the people succeed in throw- sia renounces claim to intervention in On Tuesday the Bolsheviks formal- tory that has been open to invasion and 1918 into two pages - simply too much ing against the enemy concentrat- the eternal fares of these regions; 4) ly signed the German peace terms partition since the Roman Empire fell. happened. So we felt it only right to ded- ed masses of revolutionary citizens, Germany and Austria are to define the at Brest-Litovsk. Germans have re- Today Russia is in the same position as icate 4 pages this month as in many ways who will struggle for every town, vil- fate of these regions in agreement with acted to the peace treaty with Russia the Roman Empire when at last it was it laid the foundations for World War lage, street and house, then there is their populations; 5) after the comple- with joy. Flags are flying everywhere no longer able to defend itself. Two. no force the Germans can successful- tion of Russian demobilization, Ger- and the schools have been given a Germany and Austria have already ly bring against them. He says that all many will evacuate the regions which holiday. Meanwhile, a new Siberi- occupied Poland and the Baltic prov- available able-bodied men must be or- are east of the above line; 6) Livo- March 1 dered to work on fortifications and nia and Estonia must be immediate- in the construction of obstacles along ly cleared of Russian troops and Red Germans Move Deeper all the routes of the German advance. Guards. Livonia and Estonia will be into Russia Unopposed “Any bourgeois who resist must be occupied by German police until the Following the collapse of the peace ne- tried, forcibly compelled to work, and date when a constitution of the respec- gotiations at Brest-Litovsk, the Ger- if unwilling to work, shot. Revolution- tive countries shall guarantee their se- mans have declared that the armistice ary discipline,” the commander said, curity; 7) Russia will conclude peace that has been in place between the “must be brought to the highest degree with Ukrainian People’s Republic and Central Powers and Russia is null and of efficiency by the handing over to the recognize its independence; 8) Finland void. As a result, the Germans have re- revolutionary tribunals all who do not will be immediately evacuated by Rus- sumed their advance into Russia, for obey the order.” sian troops and Red Guards; 9) Rus- the most part unopposed. However, a dispatch from Petro- sia will do all in its power to secure for German forces are now within grad indicates that the majority of Rus- Turkey the orderly return of its Ana- 90 miles of Riga, and Austrian and sians would welcome the arrival of the tolian frontiers; 10) Russia will recog- Ukrainian troops are nearing Kiev, Germans, fearing an outbreak of un- nize the annulations of the Turkish ca- the Ukrainian capital, now held by controlled anarchism, with riots and pitulation of 1905; and 10) Russia will the Bolsheviks. Polish legionnaires aid- murders. The bulk of the Russian pop- completely demobilize the Russian ed the Germans in occupying Minsk. ulation is tired of revolution, hunger, army immediately. The Germans are taking no prisoners, disorder and the uncertainty perpetu- In addition, the Germans have de- merely disarming the Russians and lib- ally overhanging them, declaring that manded that Russian warships in the erating them. In the last two days the they are experiencing all the disadvan- Black Sea, the Baltic Sea, and the Arc- The harsh terms imposed upon Russians were a stark warning to Germans have not been met with a sin- tages of the Czar’s regime without any tic Ocean immediately return to their pacifist elements in other Allied powers, and helped stiffen the resolve of gle case of resistance. of the benefits. homeports and be disarmed. Warships those elements determined to fight the Germans to the bitter end. of the Allies, which are in the sphere of inces and are now cutting more deep- army. The demobilization will take Russian authority, must be interned ly into what was Russia before the first place under the supervision of the Ger- and not allowed to return to sea. partition of Poland. Turkey is demand- man army. ing the Caucuses and all Russian terri- Bolsheviks Accept tory on the Black Sea. Japan Invades Siberia German Peace Terms A peace treaty between Germany Japanese policy during the world war At a stormy meeting of the Council of and Finland has been signed. By the has been simple, if not entirely to the Workmen’s and Soldiers Delegates on conditions of the treaty, Finland agrees liking of the Allied nations. The Jap- Tuesday, Premier Lenine urged accep- to cede no territory nor grant any terri- anese were ready and willing to join tance of the German terms. “Our en- torial rights to any foreign power with- with the British to eject the Germans emies’ knees are on our chest and our out the consent of Germany. All for- from China. position is hopeless,” declared Lenine mer Russian fortifications on the Baltic Every European nation removed in the course of his long speech to will be removed. The Finnish govern- from the Chinese field represents a the Central Executive Committee, in ment has asked the German Emperor step in the direction of the realization which he insistently urged the accep- to appoint Prince Oscar, the fifth son of Japanese ambition to dominate the tance of the peace conditions, how- of the Emperor, to be King of Finland. Far East and eliminate all European ri- ever oppressive and unfortunate they Meanwhile, a preliminary peace vals. But when the question became may appear. “This peace must be ac- treaty has been signed between the one of sending Japanese troops to Eu- cepted as a respite,” he continued, “en- Central Powers and Romania. Under rope to aid the Allies, Japan did not stir abling us to prepare a decisive resis- the terms of the treaty Romania will and will not stir unless the compensa- tance to the bourgeois and imperialist. allow the transport of German troops tion is sufficient: surrender by Europe- The proletariat of the whole world will through Moldavia to Odessa. The Ro- an nations, notably by Britain, all bases come to our aid. Then we shall renew manians also agreed to evacuate all the in the Far East. the fight.” remaining fortifications along the Aus- Today, the Russian collapse offers Ja- Opponents to the peace trea- trian-Hungarian border. The Roma- pan the chance to continue the work, ty countered that the proposed peace nian government also agreed to im- which it was compelled to lay aside in meant the end of Russia, so far as her mediately demobilize the Romanian the 1905 Manchurian War because she MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 27 MARCH 1918

A generation ago, when Anglo-Rus- laid the foundation for World War II. they had reportedly abandoned. sian rivalry in Asia seemed the only Reports indicate that the Central menace to world peace, Russian en- Powers have massed all possible forces gineers were pushing a railroad line March 22 at their disposal on the Western Front straight down to the frontier of Af- for their present drive. The prospect ghanistan for a possible attempt by Allies Prepare for German seems, however, that they will need ev- the Czar to invade India through the Offensive on the Western Front ery man if they are to keep up their at- Khyber Pass. The British at Kanda- The first stage of the great German tack long enough with anything like its har watched the Russians approach offensive on the Western Front has initial force, as all reports indicate that with ever-growing anxiety. The 1905 passed and is to be scored as a German the German losses have been terrible Sino-Japanese War changed all this, failure, the enemy having fallen short under withering fire of the British ar- and the arrangements between Brit- of realizing his aims in the first great tillery and machine guns. ain and Russia that same year, which smash. After attacking all day Monday The land behind the British lines is divided Persia, ended the Anglo-Rus- and until a late hour Tuesday night, the a devastated area over which the Ger- sian rivalry. The railroads that Russia Germans ceased their operations along mans retreated last March. Field Mar- had constructed, however, remained. 50 miles of the British front and had shal von Hindenburg declared at the Leon Trotsky, one of the three founders of the Russian Bolshevik Party, One of them, leaving the Black Sea at not resumed their heavy assault at the time that the devastation was carried fervently opposed the German peace terms and called for continued the great oil port of Batum, passes over latest reports. However, British Field out not only to hamper the Allied resistance to the Germans. Lenin, however, recognized that the the Trans-Caucus region along the Per- Marshall Haig predicted further hard armies, but also to provide a battlefield Bolsheviks were losing their grip on power, and their only hope to sian frontier and then east towards Af- fighting was ahead. for the future. retaining power was obtaining peace at any cost. In what would soon become anexample of how disputes would be settled, Lenin removed ghanistan. The German attack followed a Trotsky as Foreign Minister, and assuming dictatorial powers, ordered At the onset of the present war, Ger- heavy bombardment by the enemy on the peace terms singed. In 1925 Trotsky fled Russia for Mexico after trying many hoped to make use of the Bagh- the Western Front, which began Sat- March 29 to stop the rise of Stalin. In 1940, Stalin had Trotsky assassinated. dad railroad to reach the Persian Gulf urday morning and continued all day lacked the financial strength to push member of the revolutionary govern- below Baghdad, and from there, head Sunday. At the same time the Ger- Germans Pierce British Lines that war and faced both bankruptcy ment formed after the overthrow of to Basra and some of the greatest oil mans began a display of artillery activi- After two days of terrific battling in and defeat had she continued. Now, Kerensky last November, although Ni- districts of the world. This was the prize ty in the Messines sector, which includ- their greatest offensive on the West- with little real fighting and with no se- kolai Lenine, as Premier, was the nom- for which both Britain and Germany ed bombardment with gas shells. ern Front, the Germans have final- rious opposition from the great pow- inal head of the Russian government. gambled in the first year of the conflict. The artillery action on the Western ly succeeded in bringing the action at ers, she can resume the work of occu- Trotsky virtually controlled Russia’s But despite numerous setbacks, the oil- Front could be distinctly heard at Do- one point on the front somewhat more pying Russian territory in the Far East destiny up to the second peace confer- fields remained in British hands. As the ver and other towns on the east coast into the open. and pushing her own frontiers back ence at Brest-Litovsk. war progressed, British forces from In- of England. The doors and windows The British defensive system at St. from the Pacific to Lake Baikal. That It was Trotsky who publicized the dia and Egypt took the offensive in of homes in Dover, for instance, were Quentin has been pierced on a 50-mile she will surrender what she takes now, text of secret documents exchanged Mesopotamia, and as a result, Bagh- continuously shaken by the heavy con- front. It was broken through by the under pressure too great for her to re- between Russia and foreign govern- dad and Jerusalem are now in British cussions. The firing, which was the great weight of the enemy infantry and sist, is unbelievable. ments, and it was he who proposed the hands. heaviest heard in this district for such a artillery. The British are falling back in By occupying eastern lands, Japan armistice to the Central Powers early in After failing in their original inten- distance, began at three o’clock this Sat- good order. Berlin claims to have cap- will arrive at a place where her natural December, which eventually led to the tions, the Germans have turned the urday morning and lasted until 7 a.m.. tured 25,000 British forces. interest becomes the same as the Ger- abortive conference at Brest-Litovsk. British flank by one of the most dar- The German attacks have been de- Assaulting the British lines, the Ger- mans and the Austrians. If Germany The negotiations were disrupted in ing adventures. With the creation of livered in large masses and have been mans have forced their way forward and Austria are able to annex much of mid-February and hostilities were re- the independent Ukraine and the fall extremely costly to the hostile troops over the British front approximately western Russia at the close of the war, newed. The Germans then submitted of Romania, the Black Sea has become engaged, whose losses have been excep- twenty-one miles in length, and had then they will fight any effort towards partial peace terms, but Trotsky took a German lake. The great European tionally heavy. Large numbers of Ger- penetrated to a depth of four or five the rehabilitation of Russia. Japan, no part in the conference. terminal of rail lines coming from cen- man troops have been observed during miles. The great German offensive has holding eastern Siberia and parts of the Trotsky’s resignation is the second tral Europe into that sea is all in Ger- the day, moving forward behind ene- developed a salient feature as a result of Baltic provinces and Poland with Ger- among the Russian leaders. On Febru- man hands. my lines. Captured maps depicting the an apparently desperate effort to drive many, will be opposed to anything that ary 25 Ensign Krylenko, Command- Possessing all the railroad lines, dom- enemy’s intention show that he has not a wedge between the British and the would contribute to the restoration of er of the Russian armies, also resigned inating the Black Sea, and holding the obtained his objective on any part of French and push on across the Somme the Russian state to prevent the return owing to differences with the Council entrance through the Dardanelles, the lack attack front. Canal in the general direction of Par- of Russian pressure on all her frontiers. of People’s Commissaries and their ac- Germany is free to transport troops The last report mentioned that the is. A supreme effort by the Germans It is time to face the facts. A new ceptance of the peace terms. The with- and war materials across the sea with- enemy was still being held in British to cut the line in this region is forecast. Eastern question has been borne out drawal of Trotsky and Krylenk leaves out fear of interference by her enemies. battle positions, which means that The German advances are accompa- of the Russian Revolution. Russia has, Lenine as the only survivor of the Bol- From Batrum she has the railroads to- the British line is still intact, although nied by terrible slaughter, as Germans through the Bolsheviks, been reduced shevik ruling triumvirate. ward the Caspian Sea, and beyond the admittedly it has been bent back- in their mass formations are being cut to the condition of Poland in the lat- It is reported that Trotsky was dis- Caspian, the old railroad going straight ward at points under the terrific Teu- to pieces by British guns of all calibers. ter half of the 18th century. Once Po- missed by Lenine, owing to a quarrel down to the frontier of Afghanistan tonic assault. The battle line has not It is estimated that 50 German divi- land had become helpless, partitions over the German peace terms. Trotsky available to her. moved in only one direction, howev- sions are already involved, with prob- began, which ended in Poland be- held that the piece had been extorted The German scheme does not sim- er, the British army struck back spir- ably 25 or more additional divisions in ing erased from the map of Europe. It by force. Therefore, he is reported to ply call for the seizure of the railroads. itedly at the German masses and re- close reserve. was the common policy of all three of have said it was Russia’s duty to fight, if The Germans, with the assistance of gained some of their positions which No reports have been received from her despoilers: Germany, Russia and only guerrilla warfare, and the German the Turks, hope to organize the Mu- Austria, to prevent any stirring of Pol- treaty should not be ratified. Lenine, hammaden population in a common ish national spirit and to suppress all on the other hand, held that the treaty league against the British to the south, Polish aspirations. must be ratified and carried out on the and to use this league as the basis of a Now Japan, as she occupies eastern theory that disastrous treaties do not vengeful German advance through Siberia, will inevitably come to have a necessarily annihilate nations as histo- the Hindu-Kush to Kabul and Kan- common policy with the Central Pow- ry has proved several times. dahar. But more than all else, Germa- ers. The addition of Japan to the Ger- Lenine, in an article against the Bol- ny hopes to arouse the millions of Mo- man alliance, not only in the present sheviks who refused to ratify the peace hammedens in this region and spread war, but in future wars, will mean one treaty, declared that “the terms Napo- unrest and rebellion, which will pre- of the most profound changes in inter- leon imposed upon Prussia and Ger- cede her armies on the march to India. national relations imaginable. This is many were tenfold heavier than Ger- Unless German power over Tur- a change which German writers and many is imposing on Russia. We have key and German control of the Black statesmen have long forecast and open- concluded another Tilsit peace,” he Sea is broken, any peace on the West- ly sought, notably in the Zimmerman said. “We shall yet arise to victory, even ern Front will be but a prelude to a new proposal before the United States en- as Germany, after Tilsit, rose and deliv- war between Great Britain and Ger- tered the war. ered itself from Napoleon.” many, for Germany has now laid hold of a deadly weapon that threatens the German Turns Focus safety of the British rule in India. March 15 to Invading India Tardily, the world is beginning to rec- Try as we might, we were unable to Trotsky Resigns Leaving ognize the real meaning of the German condense the events of March 1918 Lenine in Full Control partitions of Russia. As a result of the into two pages - simply too much hap- On Saturday, Leon Trotsky announced peace treaty, Germany has acquired a pened that month. We felt it only right that he has resigned as Foreign Minis- railroad to the Indian front indepen- to dedicate four pages to the war this ter. Trotsky was the most important dent from the Baghdad railroad. month, as in many ways these events 28 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 WWI NEWS REPORTS FROM THE FRONT

so high that she has had to draw upon every part of the Western Front to pro- vide badly-needed reinforcements for the battle area. Field Marshall Haig’s report reveals that more than 70 divisions, or between 800 and 900,000 men, have already been engaged in the battle on the Ger- man side. The widespread call for fresh troops makes it plain that the German fighting forces are being rapidly used up in the terrible and costly onslaught. 40 divisions of the German reserve were re- portedly thrown into the line as early as the second day of the battle. The rearward movement in the face of the German attack has now brought the Allied armies towards the edge of their former battle lines in the Somme. The German troops had been report- ed to be rapidly tiring from their breath- less plunge into the Allied lines, and they Confident of victory, the Germans threw hundreds of thousands of troops against the Allied lines in the belief that sheer numbers would were evidently forced to take a breath- eventually cause the Allied lines to break. While the Allied lines did ing spell opposite the British front. Fresh Whereas on the Russian Front, the German people were used to bend, they never broke. However, the cost to the Germans was staggering, forces, however, have been brought up receiving reports of troop advances in the tens of miles per day, the with tens of thousands of men being mowed down daily. and the attack has been resumed south staggering losses for mere yards on the Western Front quickly began Paris as to whether the French forc- ed with the French and British, less at- of the Somme. to erode German public support for the continuation of the war. es have become involved in the bat- tention was paid to positions of the The British, in their retreat, are de- the great offensive that has been wait- swinging back. The tremendous impact tle. The point on the British line that rear. The British in particular were said fending every hill, ridge and fortifica- ing. The Germans are plainly seeking of the first assaults have not yet been ex- the Germans penetrated, however, is to scorn the defensive zones Germany tion with the greatest stubbornness. a solution to the problem of the world hausted, and German troops are still ad- so close to Paris that it seems probable constructed. After the defeat of Russia British artillery splendidly sacrificed it- war upon the battlefield and are en- vancing in tactically important regions, that the French will soon take part in and the increase of German strength self in covering the retreat, the batter- deavoring to ensure the permanence of except at the center. But the Germans the struggle. in the West, however, it became nec- ies only breaking up when the German their militaristic government by a mil- are not likely to drive the Allies out of For the first time on the Western essary for the Allies to consider defen- stormy troops arrived within a few hun- itary victory. Since Napoleon sent out this position by frontal attack, their ad- Front since the opposing armies estab- sive measures, which were carried out dred yards of the positions. The British for Moscow, there has been no cam- vances both in the north and the south lished themselves in their trench sys- during the winter. gunners fired their last ammunition and paign equal in magnitude to the present threatened to turn the British cen- tems, the defensive zone has been bro- The British withdrawal might leave retreated. effort. Germany is fighting for world ter and force the British to retreat from ken through. In other great attacks, the German forces in an embarrass- In the first attack, German soldiers power or downfall. the strongest natural obstacle along the the British, French and Germans have ing position, possibly holding a salient swarmed no man’s land in such great Within the next 48 hours, the Ger- whole front. been able to bend back the line, but projecting into the British lines, assail- numbers that it was impossible for the mans will either win a great victory and The crisis has not yet been weath- not strike through the zone of defense. able by counterattack from three sides. British gunners to miss them. Two bat- break through the British armies, or ered, and there is still the possibility of Many military critics have reached Unless the breach is wide and the Ger- teries fired steadily with open sights for they will be compelled to pause while the great German success. On the other the opinion that on account of the mans are able to pour vast reserve forc- four hours, killing thousands of Ger- their heavy guns and munitions are hand, it is equally essential to recognize strength of the line it would be impos- es into it to keep going ahead, there is mans. One British officer stated, “as the brought up. that up to the present moment, the Brit- sible to break through them until one always a chance that the head of the sa- Germans rose out of their trenches we The northern wing of the German ish, with French support, have kept the side or the other has been worn down lient can be cut off by counter assaults killed them.” Assuming German loss- army has entered upon the old battle- line in front of the Germans, and have to such a point that it could no longer on both flanks and the more advanced es to be at least 150,000, the enemy has field of the Somme and is advancing to- retreated in orderly fashion after inflict- supply enough troops. German units would be captured. sustained a reverse, for he has not ob- wards the crest of the famous bridge, ing very heavy casualties. The ground The extent of the British defenses All accounts agree that Germany is tained a strategic success, and has lost which was the scene of all the great on which they now fight is advanta- has been the subject of months of spec- paying heavily for every foot of ground eight to ten percent of his effective fight- fighting in the Battle of the Somme, geous for the Allies. ulation, but it is known they had vastly she has wrested from the Allied armies. ing force. from July to September 1916. It seems clear now that the Brit- improved during the last winter. Earli- Her casualties are shown by the Brit- The events of the past week demon- Further to the south, the situation ish were overwhelmed by the opening er in the war, when the offensive rest- ish official statements to be mounted strate clearly that the German attack is is more secure, but it is clear that the bombardment of the Germans, which French have entered into the line and surpassed anything known in the histo- are holding the high ground towards ry of this war. The German bombard- the Somme. Here there has been a very ment seems to have destroyed three or marked withdrawal of the Allied line, more systems of British defenses, and to which sooner or later must affect the have covered the back communications French position on the other side of the for twenty miles. The use of gas appears river and compel the withdrawal of the also to have reduced British resistance. French. If the retreat continues for many In sum, the British army, with its more miles, the Germans will be able French support to the south, is still to enter still-devastated French territo- MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 29 MARCH 1918

ing back upon the coasts, but these must armies freely concede that they have nev- Gen. Pershing said, “The American be preceded by the defeat and even the er dreamed of a monster gun with a people would hold it a great honor if our route of the larger part of the British Army. range of more than 30 miles. troops were being engaged in the pres- While it is not the time for over-con- Some officers frankly question that ent battle. I ask it of you, in my name fidence, it is certainly not the time for ex- shells from rifled cannon actually have and that of the American people. There treme pessimism either. The Germans fallen in Paris. Others sought explanation is at this moment no other question cannot keep on at their present rate for that the new devices were secret on em- than that of fighting. Infantry, artillery, many more days. They must break placements in the vicinity of Paris. None and aviation - all that we have - are yours through or pause. If they pause, the great- wanted to believe that any gun had been to dispose of them as you will. Others est peril will be over, and they will have invented by the Germans or anyone else are coming which are as numerous as not broken through; there is nothing in which could throw a 9 1/2 inch projec- will be necessary. I have come to say to the British, French or even German offi- tile 60 miles. Some officers conceive the you that the American people would be cial statements to suggest a collapse of the possibility that there might be a hidden proud to be engaged in the greatest bat- Allied armies. There is no excuse for pad- gun in the outskirts of Paris. It could only tle in history.” dock behind the lines that are bending but be a weapon of terror and the discovery The presence of American auxiliary not breaking. would be certain. troops on the fighting line in the great If the German experts have involved a battle was the subject of much favorable Paris Under Bombardment wholly new type of gun not dependent comment, and when it became general- A long-distance cannon bombarded Paris upon the same mathematical factors that ly known that wounded American offi- from approximately 75 miles away. Piec- govern ordnance everywhere, officers cers and men were being brought back es of the shells, upon examination, bore think it highly unlikely that they would with the French wounded, the American rifling marks, which prove that they had employ it for an isolated and meaningless stock rose high. The morale effect was not been dropped, but were fired from a attack on Paris. It may be, some officers considerable, even though the supposi- More than a year after America’s declaration of war against Germany, gun. This apparently left a great mystery think, the Germans’ attempt to break tion was that the number of American U.S. troops were still sitting on the sidelines. Unwilling to sit the war as to the nature of the gun and by what France’s spirit by continuously dropping troops in the line was not considerable. out any longer, General Pershing, for the last time in U.S. History, put method it was operated. medium caliber shells on the city. The French take comfort in the Ameri- the American Army under the command of a foreign military. The long-range bombardment of Par- cans’ willingness to take part, even a small ry and threaten the communications ing. The British have retired almost to is has dumbfounded American ordnance Pershing Offers American Troops part, in the fighting. between the British and the French. So the frontiers of this desert now. officers. The 22-mile bombardment of Gen. Pershing called on Gen. Foch at far, the evacuated territory has no value, At present a great deal of speculation Dunkirk by the Germans more than a the French headquarters and placed the To read past editions of News Reports From thanks to German vandalism a year ago, is going forward as to the possibility of an year ago had set a record, and ordnance of- American Army at his disposal for em- the Front visit the Historical Society section and therefore its surrender means noth- advance upon Paris or of the British roll- ficers of the American, British, and French ployment in the battle now in progress. of Emmitbsurg.net.

military prisoners and placing guards the state economic development com- py wing is named in honor of his wife and he often helped many in the around military installations. mission to Thurmont. Mayor Lew- Freda. Working through the Commu- community with medical or oth- After the War, Mr. Lewis returned is was also instrumental in getting the nity Foundation of Frederick County, er needs directly without expecta- to Grantsville, MD and Freda, where Board of Education and Emmitsburg Mr. Lewis helped establish an educa- tion of repayment. He was a long- he worked as a mortician at Winter- officials to begin the building of Cato- tion fund for the employees of Citi- time member of the Thurmont berg Funeral Home. Don and Freda ctin High School within five years of zens and Montevue for medical educa- Lions Club, AMVETS Post 7, and began their entrepreneurial careers in its inception. He improved town wa- tion. Along with the Thurmont High American Legion Post 168. A quiet 1952 when they purchased Wisotz- ter & sewage service and established School Alumni Association, Mr. Lew- but friendly man, Mr. Lewis always key General Store in Thurmont and policies for underground electric in is helped found a scholarship fund for meant what he said and was univer- opened Lewis Confectionary, which new growth areas, and helped establish graduates of Catoctin High School, sally respected. housed Toyland upstairs. They later Thurmont Community Park. May- expanded into the pharmacy build- or Lewis also represented Maryland at ormer Thurmont Mayor and ing next door, which became Lewis the World’s Fair in New York in 1964- FCounty Commissioner Donald Sporting Goods Store, and the con- 65 and was a charter member of the Lee Lewis, 99, of Thurmont, passed fectionary store became Lewis Card Francis Scott Key Memorial Founda- away on February 15. & Gift Shop. Mr. Lewis was an avid tion. He also served on the Thurmont Born in Thurmont, Don was the fisherman and hunter, and he was of- Bank Board. son of the late Edgar Russell and ten consulted about which lures to use Mr. Lewis also served two terms as Glenna (Weller) Lewis. He grew in local streams. He also enjoyed deep- Frederick County Commissioner. He up working on his grandparents’ sea fishing and moose hunting in was the legislative liaison from Freder- farm, and graduated from Thur- Newfoundland. He was active in the ick County to Annapolis and helped mont High School in 1935. After Brotherhood of the Jungle Cock for get Citizens Nursing and Rehabilita- graduation, Don enlisted in the Ci- many years, serving as president and tion Center built. He continued to be vilian Conservation Corps where on the executive board. The BOJC a major donor to the Citizens Nurs- he planted trees, built roads, strung provided recreational activities for ing Home Endowment Fund, and telephone wire, and met his future youth, such as fishing and camping, the physical and occupational thera- wife. He was inducted in the U.S. and Mr. Lewis was extremely gener- Army in May 1941. ous with his time, tools, and resources. In the Army, Don volunteered for Mr. Lewis served two terms as the elite Army Rangers and quick- Mayor of Thurmont, and was one of ly rose in the enlisted ranks. He par- Thurmont’s most progressive may- ticipated in combat operations in ors. As Mayor, he helped local busi- France, including the Normandy nesses expand while also developing invasion. Staff Sergeant Lewis re- Thurmont’s first planning and zon- ceived the Purple Heart for wounds ing ordinances, master plan, and suffered on 6 July 1944, and later as subdivision regulations. He secured Provost Sergeant was in charge of federal grant funding, and brought 30 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 MOM’S TIME OUT Taking care of yourself Mary Angel say no. He eventually came to un- week do your skip a meal because derstand that when I managed to you just don’t have the time? How arch 2018 and I want to get 10 minutes all to myself I en- many times a week to grab some- Mremind you all to take care joyed the silence. So, whether it is thing unhealthy because you are of yourselves. So many times I see silence or music running through so busy and it is quicker and easi- mom friends of mine completely your headphones, just enjoy a lit- er? Might I encourage you to eat run ragged and not taking care of tle “Me” time. a little healthier this month, add themselves. They are always do- Taking care of your body can some fruit to your on-the-go life ing for others and forgetting that be a little more involved. How style, and maybe (just maybe) sit it will catch up to them. When many of you will take off work down and have a family meal to- you don’t take care of yourself or cancel whatever you have go- gether (this will also go a long way you cannot take care of your ing on to take a sick child to the in rejuvenating your mind and family. So this month I encour- doctor? How many of you put spirit). Along the same lines as eat- age you to take care of yourself off your own illness because of ing well is exercising. mind, body, and spirit. lack of time? As moms we are Exercising is probably my big- Sometimes, as moms, we spend very good at caring for our fami- gest struggle. By the time I think so much time tending to our fam- lies but not always the best at car- to exercise during the day it is close ily, friends, and work that we for- ing for ourselves. Please under- to bed time. The few times when get to take time for ourselves. I stand I am preaching to myself. I have decided to exercise late in often get so busy that there just I had half of a root canal done 4 the evening it ends we me not be- aren’t enough hours in a day. This years ago and haven’t managed to ing able to fall asleep. Now I try is when I start penciling my own find the time or money to finish to find creative ways to squeeze down time into my calendar. I it. When it comes to your body I in extra exercise during the day. would encourage you to do the would encourage you to get to the Sometimes that means getting a same, even if it is just once a week. doctor for yourself when needed little creative. When I need to run Take time to read a book, have a and not just when you can make to the basement for something, I It is important to remember to take time for yourself. You can’t take care of others if you, yourself, aren’t taken care of too. cup of coffee (in silence or with the time. For some of my friends run the steps 4 or 5 times before I a friend), take a walk, or whatev- that includes mammograms (and actually get the item I needed. In (even if it is once a month or ev- blessing and a necessary medicine er else floats your boat. This lit- you know who you are!!). Head- the middle of our homeschool day ery other month) then their spir- for the well-being of our spirits. tle bit of time to recharge could ing to the doctor isn’t the only I might announce that it is dance it would be built back up from My hope and prayer for each of be all that stands between you and part of taking care of your body, party time and we blast the music all of the things in this world that you is that this month I have en- insanity. My husband sometimes there is more. and get our groove on (my daugh- tear us down. Don’t get me wrong couraged you to take better care comes home to find me sitting in How many times a week do you ters would be mortified at the our husband can do a great job at of yourselves. I hope that you see the living room, alone, with the make dinner for the family but are thought of any one seeing me get this, but sometimes it is helpful to the irony that if you don’t take television turned off. He would running children, switching over my groove on). Maybe we park at interact with women who have a care of yourself then you won’t always ask, “Do you want me to laundry or paying bills and end the back of the parking lot for all better understanding of our own be able to take care of your loved turn the T.V. on?” Much to his up eating a cold meal when every- of our errands or go for a bike ride perspective. To have women in ones. I also hope I take some of confusion I would emphatically one is finished? How many times a or a walk. Sometimes we break your life, both older and younger, my own advice! out the Simply Fit Boards and do who can understand your strug- schoolwork while twisting. What- gles, help with your problems, To read past editions of Mom’s Time ever it is you like to do to get ac- not judge your insecurities, and Out, visit the Author’s section of Emmits- tive, just do it. just go through life with you, is a burg.net. Finally don’t forget your spirit. This can mean something differ- ent for each of us. For me it in- volves a few things, the first of which would be time with the Lord. When I am praying or in- volved in a Bible study or even simply attending church, I al- ways have a feeling of peace. All of these things give me a bright outlook, a feeling that everything will work out when I am having a bad day. I can also rejuvenate my spirit by spending time with ladies who build me up. I be- lieve if every mom could have, no matter how small, another wom- an or women in their lives that they meet with on a regular basis MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 31 COOKING Baking bread Kay Hollabaugh Everything Bread Hollabaugh Brothers I tried this bread on a whim years ago, and now it’s an annual tradition to he smell of baking bread. Is there make it every year for New Year’s Din- Ta better smell? These days you ner! ~Ellie can google absolutely anything. As I Ingredients: started to write this article, I decid- 1 pkg. (1/4 oz.) active dry yeast ed to google the scent of smell and ¾ warm water (110-115 degrees) learned a few interesting statistics. 1 cup warm milk (110-115 de- • Some of the most favorite odors grees) are vanilla, cinnamon and cook- ¼ cup butter, softened ies. (I’m going to extend that list 2 tbs. sugar to include bread!!!) 1 egg yolk • Women have a better sense of 1 ½ tsp salt smell than do men. 4 to 4 ½ cup. all-purpose flour • The sense of smell is highly emo- 1 egg white tive. Think back to your child- 2 tsp. water hood and try to hone in on a 1 tsp. coarse sea salt or kosher salt scent. Is it a good memory? Or is 1 tsp. dried minced onion it bad? It can go either way! 1 tsp each: sesame, caraway, and • Dogs have nearly 44 more scent poppy seeds cells than humans! (I wish I The smell of fresh baked bread is undoubtedly one of the most comforting and delicious smells, and the process of baking bread can actually be really fun! could be a dog for a day!) Instructions: • Loss of sense of smell can mean In a measuring cup, dissolve yeast for 3 or 4 minutes. Add the diced ap- doneness after 30 minutes. Optional: Kay Hollabaugh is a 2nd generation an impending illness; early on- in warm water. Set aside. Next, in ple and raisins, folding them into the you may continue to brush the loaf w/ owner of the family business Hollabaugh set of Anosmia (absence of large bowl, mix milk, butter, sugar, batter until it’s evenly mixed. Scrape the butter mixture while it bakes. Bros., in Biglerville, PA. sense of smell) can be a precur- egg yolk, salt, and 2 cups flour until the batter into the pan and smooth sor to Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s well combined. Carefully stir in yeast the top with a spoon. Bake for 1 hour, and can be diagnosed (and per- liquid until fully incorporated. Stir until a tester inserted into the middle haps treated) long before other in enough remaining flour to form a of the loaf comes out clean. Allow to symptoms arise! firm dough. Turn onto a floured sur- cool and serve! These are just a few of the things face. Knead until smooth and elastic, I learned as I read, but I still like to 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, Amazingly Easy think that bread is right up there at turning once to grease the top. Cov- Irish Soda Bread the top of the list – coming in as num- er and let rise until doubled, about 1 Soda bread is a variety of quick bread ber one! In addition – for me at least – hour. Punch dough down. Turn onto traditionally made in a variety of cui- would be some of the smells of spring. a floured surface and divide dough sines that uses sodium bicarbonate A gentle rain, daffodils and hyacinth, into thirds. Shape each third into a (baking soda) instead of yeast. Tradi- apple blossoms – to name a few. Like- 20-in. rope. Place ropes on a large, tional ingredients of soda bread are ly you are pining for spring as you greased baking sheet and braid. Pinch flour, baking soda, salt, and butter- even imagine those springtime smells! ends to seal and tuck under. Cover milk. On the farm right now, we are or- and let rise until doubled, about 45 Ingredients: dering seeds and will be laying off minutes. Combine egg white and 4 cup all-purpose flour ground very soon for spring plant- water; brush over dough. Combine 4 tbs white sugar ings. Along with the smells listed salt, onion, and seeds; sprinkle over 1 tsp. baking soda above, I happen to love the smell of bread. Bake at 375 for 22-28 minutes 1 tbs. baking powder newly turned over soil – ripe and or until golden brown. Remove from ½ tsp. salt ready for planting. Sadly – the smell pan to a wire rack to cool. ½ cup margarine, softened of newly mowed grass is not far be- 1 cup buttermilk hind when we hit this time of year! Applesauce Oatmeal Bread 1 egg Our crew continues to prune our Ingredients: ¼ cup butter, melted 100,000 trees – moving from ap- 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup buttermilk ples very soon into peach and nec- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats or tarine and apricots. We will burn quick oats Instructions: off our asparagus fields during the 2 tsp. baking powder Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Light- month of March – and there is yet ½ tsp. baking soda ly grease a large baking sheet. In a another smell! The asparagus is left to ½ tsp. salt large bowl, mix together flour, sug- go to seed in the fall and remains a 1 tsp. ground cinnamon ar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, sad-looking, tangled mess all winter. 2 large eggs and margarine. Stir in 1 c. buttermilk We burn it off each March to serve as 1 cup packed light brown sugar and egg. Turn dough onto a light- an organic means by which to cleanse ¾ cup smooth applesauce ly floured surface and knead slightly. the soil. The rapid burn rids the soil ½ cup vegetable oil Form dough into a round and place of insects that might have overwin- ¼ cup sour cream, buttermilk, or on prepared baking sheet. In a small tered allowing us to use less (or no) plain yogurt bowl, combine melted butter w/ ¼ pesticides as we wait for the tender lit- 1 tsp. vanilla extract (1/2 tsp) c. buttermilk; brush loaf w/ this mix- tle green shoots to arrive. This is one 1 ¼ cup peeled and finely diced ture. Use a sharp knife to cut an “X” fire that I enjoy the smell – knowing apple into the top of the loaf. Bake in pre- the end result. I love asparagus, and it 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries heated oven until a toothpick insert- is the first crop we harvest every year ed into the center of the loaf comes – a sign of what is to come! Instructions: out clean, 45-50 minutes. Check for As we head into the month of Grease a 9 x 5-in loaf pan. Com- March, I am hopeful it will come in bine the flour, oats, baking pow- as a lamb AND go out as a lamb! Re- der, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon gardless - we’re not going to change in a large bowl. Mix well by hand or the weather, but we can control some with a whisk. Next combine the eggs, of the smells that we enjoy. I’ve pro- brown sugar, applesauce, oil, sour vided some bread recipes – ranging cream, and vanilla in a separate bowl. from time-consuming and a bit te- Beat wet ingredients by hand or with dious – to super simple, super good! I a mixer until well mixed. Make a well hope you enjoy the recipes AND the in the dry mixture and add the liquid smells that will undoubtedly accom- mixture. Stir well by hand until every- pany them! thing is dampened. Let the batter rest 32 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 LIBRARY NEWS & EVENTS

Blue Ridge Library mann at 6 p.m.. New members are Women’s History Month: March 10, ing the artistic talents of local students. ette Film and Discussion (Grades welcome, old members are appreciat- 1 – 2 p.m., Learn about women in sci- See their original artwork on display 9-Adult) - March 20, 5:30 - 8:30 Standing Events ed. Please bring your knives and boards ence with Ada Twist, Scientist. Listen throughout the library. p.m.. Screening of “Suffragette and Monday - Lego and Wee Build Cre- if previous students. Younger children to the book and put your own scientif- discussion facilitated by Mount St. ation night!!! Let your imagination must be accompanied by an adult. ic skills to work! Thurmont Middle School Band En- Mary’s University Women’s Em- show its genius! All ages welcome. Makes a great family project! semble - March 11, 2 - 2:30 p.m.. A powerment Group. From 4 - 5:30 p.m. Women’s History Month: Wom- performance to celebrate Youth Art Our brand new cooking club will start en’s Empowerment Panel (Grades Month at the library with Suzanne Women’s History Month: American Wednesday – Coffee club in the com- on March 15th. We will be concen- 6-Adult) - March 12, 5 – 6 p.m., Buxbaum, band instructor. Girl Crafternoon (Grades 1-6) - March munity room from 4 - 5:30 p.m.! Min- trating on beautiful, stomach pleas- Panel discussion with Mount St. 21, 4 – 5 p.m.. Celebrate your favor- gle with the gang for coffee, tea, puz- ing, healthful recipes. To celebrate the Mary’s University Women’s Empow- Math Skills for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) ite American Girl dolls with a variety zles, board games, coloring books, etc. ides of March, we will be going Italian. erment Group about education, ca- - March 12, 11 - 11:45 a.m.. Have fun of fun crafts that you can take home, Food donations appreciated. Club starts at 6:30 p.m.. reers, and success. practicing number recognition and use, and wear! important math skills using books, ac- Wednesday – VITT (very important The Fabulous Fables and Films club Family Storytime (Ages 0+) - March tive play and games. Up the Creek: Brook Trout in the teens and ‘tweens) night. The commu- is meeting at 6 p.m. at the library on 27, 6:30 - 7 p.m., Songs, stories, and Streams of Catoctin Mountain (Grades nity room is reserved for teen use from Mar. 19th. Movies, graphic novels, fun for the whole family. Designed for Thurmont Friends Book Club (Adult) 10-Adult) - March 22, 7 – 9 p.m.. Na- 6:00-7:30 p.m.. Just hang out or play books, and cool crafts will be show- ages 0 and up with a caregiver. - March 12, 7 - 8:30 p.m.. Hosted by tional Park Service Biologist Lindsey WII, play board games, do puzzles, cased. This Club is geared for tweens, the Friends of the Thurmont Region- Donaldson discusses current status of eat snacks, watch movies, make mov- teens, and adults. Wear your green, we Preschool Explorers (Ages 3-5) - March al Library and open to adult readers in native brook trout in area streams. This ies, etc.! are traveling to Ireland this month! 28, 11 - 11:30 am, Hands-on enrich- the community who are interested in Preservation Program is being present- ment activities based on the preschool discussing books. ed as a partnership between The Cato- Saturday - Join us at 11 a.m. for Sto- Summit Stitchers Quilt Club is meet- storytime theme. ctin Forest Alliance and the Thurmont ry and Craft Hour and all of its festivi- ing on Mar. 20th at 5:30 p.m. New Drama Club (Grades 6-12) - March Regional Library. ties! What could be better than a great members and new projects always wel- I Spy: Peeps (Ages 2-10) - March 31, 15 & 29, 5 - 6 p.m.. Are you inter- book, a good snack, and a fun craft? come! Any skill level may attend. 10 – noon. Our colorful cut-out peeps ested in acting, costumes, or helping Curious Minds: Introduction to the are on the loose! See if you can help us with props? Bring your talents to a new Memory Lab (Adult) - March 26, 2 Upcoming Special Events Join us for great books and good con- find them all. community drama club. - 3:30 p.m.. The library can help you On Mar. 5th please join us for the start versation at the Adult Reading Group learn how to digitize family memo- of Teen Tech Week! Digital Graphics at the Library. We will be meeting on Thurmont Regional Library The Lost Pot of Gold Puppet Show ries, record family histories, and remix Club meets at 6:30 p.m.. We will be Mar 29th at 6 p.m.. New members Pringles Can Bird Feeder (Grades (Ages 0-10) - March 16, 10:30 - 11:30 them into a personal narrative using creating new graphics, animated and welcome. 5-12) - March 1, 6- 7 p.m.. Look what a.m.. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a our Memory Lab equipment. static, for our digital sign. you can make from a Pringles can! All puppet show and craft. supplies provided. Historic Route 40 - Part 2 (Adult) Join us at the library on Mar. 7th from Frederick County R.E.A.D. with Wags for Hope - March 27, 7 - 9: p.m.. Photogra- 6 - 7:30 p.m. for a Homemade Bots Public Library Tabletop Gaming (Grades K-12) - March (Grades K-5) - March 17, 11 – noon. pher/author Russell Poole presents workshop as Teen Tech Week con- 3, 2:30 - 4 p.m.. Games with friends! We’ll Children read to Reading Education the second part of his photograph- tinues. Please register at the library by Emmitsburg Branch be on the deck, weather permitting. Assistance Dogs. ic tour based on his book “Ameri- Mar. 1st by calling 717-794-2240. Yoga (Adults) - March 1 and March ca’s Road: Across The Historic Na- 15, 6 - 7:45 p.m. Beginning yoga class- Community Art (Ages 2-18) - March Women’s History Month: Suffrag- tional Road.” Teen Tech week free movie at the Li- es presented by Jon Phebus of Yoga to 4, 1 - 4 p.m.. Drop in anytime to make brary will be Thor:Ragnorak, rated You. your mark on a mural that will hang PG-13, on Mar. 8th. Come view the in the library throughout Youth Art wonders of advanced civilizations and STEAM Explorers (Grades 2-5) - Month. an epic struggle for survival. Movie will March 7, 2 - 3 p.m., 3/07: Printmak- start at 6 p.m.. ing; 3/21: Playing Chess; 4/04: Tech- Author Event: Brett Busang, I Shot nology; 4/18: Kitchen Science; 5/02: Bruce (Adult) - March 5, 7 - 8:30 p.m.. Family Game Night at the Blue Ridge Watercolor Flowers; 5/16: Sewing Felt The author of “I Shot Bruce” and oth- Summit Free Library is on Mar. 12th Wallets. er books shares his outlook on a life from 6 - 7:30 p.m.. Board games, puz- lived through writing and art. zles, jenga, WII, etc. Fun for everyone! R.E.A.D with Wags for Hope (Grades K-5) - March 15, 5 - 6 p.m., Children Smartphones 101 (Adult) - March 7, On Mar 13th we will have our scher- read to Reading Education Assistance 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.. Basic instruction for enschnitte get together with Bill Ham- Dogs. Android and Apple phones, including cloud storage, Google backup and data usage. BYO smartphone.

Chess Club (Grades K - Adult) - March 10, 11- 12:30 p.m.. For begin- ners to advanced players. Learn, play and sharpen your skills.

Reception for Youth Art Month - March 11, 2- 4 p.m.. We’re celebrat- MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 33 SCHOOL NEWS

the work, the working environment and culture, and see if he or she is a The year of the apprentice good fit. Equally, the employer/spon- sor can give the apprentice a try out, Ken Kerr in meeting the State’s goal of hav- ing the company $800,000 a cate completion, help close the achieve- see if he or she fits well with the cul- Frederick County ing 55% of Maryland residents hav- year according to a Career Build- ment gap, and provide debt-free college ture, has a passion for the work, show Board of Education ing some post-high school creden- er survey. National Bureau of La- to much needed mid-to-high skilled up on time, is able to progress and tial by 2025. Ideally, the apprentice is bor Statistics show that 85% of all workers in the State of Maryland and develop the skills and acquire the olleges, today, are frequently crit- hired, full-time, by the sponsor. The jobs in Maryland are mid-or high- move us closer to the goal of 55 by knowledge needed to do the job well. Cicized for allowing students to apprentice is paid apprentice wages skilled. In fact, 41% of Maryland’s 2025. The first bill SB261, sponsored At the end of the first year, both ap- linger without completing a degree, and is paid to go to class as well as be- jobs are mid-level skilled and only by Senator Ron Young, will cover the prentice and sponsor have a better un- for too many students not complet- ing paid for his or her time working 38% of Marylanders have the re- cost of community college tuition for derstanding of each other and are able ing a degree, for students taking on too under an experienced professional in quired skills for those jobs. In to- students who are in Apprenticeships to see if they have a future together. much debt, and for students not be- the workplace. This reinforces the tal, the Washington Metropolitan recognized by the Department of La- With a tested apprentice who has a ing able to find work in their field once idea that a college education is work, area has 6,400 more job openings bor, Licensing and Regulation. The in- year of experience, there is greater cer- they graduate. and the apprentice shows up on time, than qualified workers. Additional- centive of tuition assistance, that either tainly that continuing the relationship As a Member of the Frederick Coun- prepared to work, just like a job. Af- ly, 15% of mid-skilled workers are reduces or eliminates the cost of col- through the remaining years of the ap- ty Board of Education and an English ter class, the apprentice goes to the over age 55, and 22% are between lege to the apprentice sponsor, makes prenticeship is a good investment for Professor at Frederick Community job and works under an experienced the ages of 45 and 54. It is time to the idea of hiring an apprentice more both parties. College, I see the main obstacle to stu- practitioner, whether that profession make plans for how those positions attractive. A second bill, the Career It is a lot to ask an employer with dent success and completion is a lack is a school teacher, an accountant, a will be filled with qualified workers Apprentice Investment Act SB517, a history of only hiring workers who of relevance. The students who strug- systems administrator, a bio-medical once current workers retire. sponsored by Senator Jim Rosapepe already have the required skills and gle and flounder are most often the lab manager, or any one of the mid- There are several bills in Annapo- representing Anne Arundel and Prince training to embrace the concept of students who cannot make a real con- dle-to-high skilled jobs that are cur- lis this year that will help bring togeth- George’s County, offers a $3000 tax growing its own workforce through nection between what they are learn- rently vacant in Maryland for lack of er eager apprentice workers, Maryland credit to any employer who will risk apprenticeships. I am convinced that, ing in the classroom and what they will qualified applicants. businesses needing qualified workers, taking a chance on an apprentice. in the long run, it is more cost-effec- be doing in the workplace. Those who Here is why we need to do public school career and technology ed- Providing a tax credit for the first tive to apprentice a workforce that are most successful are those who have something different than we have ucation, and community college cer- year of an apprenticeship lessens the has a commitment to remain and a guidance at home, a realistic goal, and a been doing. In Maryland, 60% tificate and degree programs to iden- employers’ risk when taking on an loyalty to the company that trained clear plan of how to get there. of employers have positions that tify, mentor, and support apprentices. apprentice. During this first year is them. Hiring “qualified” employees Apprenticeship programs in the take 12 weeks or more to fill for Apprenticeships will decrease student when the apprentice can get an un- is a greater risk, as they still must be community college can go a long way lack of qualified applicants, cost- debt, increase college degree and certifi- derstanding of the job, the nature of trained and retained.

allowed to carry their backpacks around School safety the school from class to class. This cre- ates a safety hazard, but one that is easily Edison Hatter have provided more than just his body avoidable. Students need to start using Candidate for Frederick County to defend himself and others. lockers again and carry books from class School Board Metal detectors are another safety to class, not backpacks that could con- measure we should consider putting ceal a weapon. Additionally, schools his month, we witnessed yet in our schools. At the most basic level, should also install simple signs that say Tanother tragedy, this time in Flor- most would agree that metal detectors something to the effect of “School pro- ida as a lone gunman killed seventeen would add an additional layer of secu- tected and deadly force will be used if innocent people at Stoneman Doug- rity at our schools. Some would be skep- necessary.” las High School. This shooting marked tical of the potential cost, but I believe it We have experienced too many mass the eighteenth gun incident in schools is a necessary cost that we must be will- shooting events in schools. We can’t con- around the country this year and many ing to take on to ensure the safety of tinue to ignore the problem. Politicians may be unaware that local schools in our schools. There are plenty of advo- are only willing to work on the problem Clarksburg and Oxon Hill have been cacy groups and concerned parents and in the immediate aftermath of a trag- part of that statistic. School safety has citizens out there that would be willing edy and in election years. This is not an to be improved. It is unacceptable that to financially support this in any way issue that we can afford to play political American students are afraid to go to they can. Cheaper alternatives that are games with. It is time for elected officials school and have to worry about the exceedingly simple to implement are and citizens to take a stand and solve this unthinkable every day. State delegate out there as well. Currently, students are problem once and for all. Barrie Ciliberti recently sent a letter to the Frederick County Board of Educa- tion, prior to the events in Florida this month, asking for their opinion on a plan to arm specific school personnel to increase school safety. This letter was brought for discus- sion in front of the Board of Educa- tion at their most recent meeting in the middle of February. The board declined to officially support or object to the bill that evening, but their con- versation made it clear that they likely will not end up supporting the bill. I struggle to comprehend how the board is unwilling to consider this idea. Prop- erly training and arming specific school personnel will provide a strong layer of security to deter or stop any potential threats to the school. Consider the story of football coach Aaron Feis. He was a teacher and coach at Stoneman who died last month as a result of injuries sustained in the attack. Feis was a secu- rity guard as well and rushed towards the sound of gunfire and sacrificed his life to shield other students. He is being hailed as a hero and rightly so, but imag- ine how differently the situation could have ended if he was armed and could 34 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 FOUR YEARS AT THE MOUNT

This month we asked our writers to research a historical event that happened in the month of March. From the National Education Association to Founding Fathers, our writers ruminate on the slices of history they chose and why it is important. when I pulled out a book. of children across the country, and the nature of reading as a whole. I saw the way a child from a disad- to me, nothing could be more magi- When children walk into a library Freshman Year vantaged, neglectful home life could cal than unlocking a lifelong tool and or a classroom, their eyes light up Cultivating magic escape and believe in a world oth- passion in children. with wonder. Contained inside the to inspire them to seek out books, es- er than that which they experienced Additionally, the organization pro- seemingly endless shelves is an in- Kaitlin Marks pecially when kids may not be able to every day. Moreover, I saw the pow- vides resources and activities to boost finite number of worlds, an infinite MSMU class of 2021 prioritize reading over daily responsi- er of reading transforming the child’s learning and reading motivation sea of possibility, and the potential for bilities. Many children in the public confidence, expanding his or her throughout the year. During my re- magic. Like Willy Wonka’s chocolate hen brainstorming and re- school system read below grade level, self-esteem and assurance of his or search, I discovered the NEA’s newest factory or Alice’s wonderland, there Wsearching ideas for a signifi- and this can be accounted for by not her capabilities. As I watched a mid- campaign in partnership with United is magic humming in the air wher- cant historical event which occurred reading often. On March 2, 1998, dle schooler with a variety of medi- Through Reading, the “40 Million ever books are present. Unlocking in March, something often forgotten over 500,000 educators and millions cal conditions struggle through read- Stories Campaign.” For children, a the ability to access that magic is the but incredibly impactful came imme- of children became a part of the very ing a sentence, I never anticipated the bedtime story is not only a comfort- greatest gift that children can receive. diately to my mind. As a child, read- first Read Across America Day, cele- joy that would erupt in the room as ing, loving event; bedtime stories rep- No matter where a child is in his or ing was both a way for me to escape brating books with festivities, creat- she finished. Her frail fingers pressing resent a curation of books and a love her life, no matter the struggles they and to grow. Many children, howev- ing a sense of unity among commu- against each letter and syllable, pains- of reading, and can inspire children face, or how tumultuous life may be, er, do not experience the joy of read- nities, and hoping to provide every takingly sounding out the words and to love reading even from early ages. cracking open a book and peeking ing or have an educational or fami- child with a book to spend time with: attempting to make sense of what Unfortunately, for military families, into a whole new world can trans- ly background that cultivates a love of ultimately fostering a love of reading. seemed impossible, she made it to the there are millions of bedtime stories form the way he or she feels about the reading. The National Education As- In order to nourish children’s de- end and beamed, realizing that even missed while on active deployment. world. Moreover, they are able to ex- sociation works hard to combat the velopment into successful adoles- though it was hard, she could do it. Their newest campaign works to perience the joy of learning, the spark achievement gaps and disparities in cents, adults, and working profes- Since its establishment in 1998, alleviate this by allowing deployed of curiosity, and the warmth of com- the education system, especially for sionals, it is immensely important Read Across America Day has be- family members to record and send ing home to familiar words. Wheth- special needs, low-income and mi- to create a passion for reading at an come a nationwide communi- home bedtime stories that their kids er discovering the wonders of the nority students. early age. During my senior year ty event, bringing together diverse can read and cherish, fostering a love ocean in a huge nonfiction book or In 1997, an innovative reading of high school, I completed an in- groups of people to help kids un- of learning, creating a stable routine experiencing the adventures of a fa- task force group at the NEA came up ternship in the public school sys- derstand how amazing and power- and promoting psychological well- vorite character in the series they can’t with a brilliant idea: to create a special tem with an occupational therapist, ful reading can be. While many of being, and increasing literacy. The get enough of, children need read- holiday across the nation devoted to where we worked with special needs the historical events that occurred in NEA’s continued devotion to pro- ing. Read Across America Day helps celebrating reading. While many ed- students in a variety of programs and March changed the world in huge moting literacy, especially since the bring that magic and passion to every ucators work tirelessly every day to in- schools. Regardless of the children’s ways, the creation of a day devoted turning point of creating Read Across child in America. spire children and help them become backgrounds, abilities, limitations to fostering literacy and cultivating a America Day, explicates the Amer- lifelong learners, it is difficult to en- or struggles, I directly observed the motivation to read has transformed ican values of community and pas- To read other articles by Kaitlin, visit courage children to love reading and light that blossomed inside of them the lives and educations of millions sion, bringing to light in education the Authors section of Emmitsburg.net.

Utah. Utah was made into a US terri- festivities. From personal experience, it migration of thousands of Mormon Sophomore Year tory in 1850. seems to be like a second 4th of July ex- pioneers and others, all directly result The migration of the Mormon pi- clusively for Utahns. It is impossible to from the publication of The Book of An American migration scribed gold plates were buried. After oneers led to modern day Salt Lake escape the fireworks while spending a Mormon in March 1830, an event years of education, Smith was permit- City, UT, which at the time was a ter- July in the state of Utah. that changed American history. Morgan Rooney ted to take the gold plates home where ritory of Mexico, beyond the bound- Millions of people today have been MSMU Class of 2020 the Holy Spirit helped him translate aries of the United States. Although, at least somewhat impacted by estab- To read other articles by Morgan, visit the the words into English. This transla- during the first few years of the migra- lishment of the LDS church, and the Author’s section of Emmitsburg.net. hen told to reflect on an event tion came to be what is now The Book tion, most emigrants were those driv- Wthat took place in March, I of Mormon. en out of Nauvoo, IL, eventually there knew I would have to do some re- This event prompted the establish- was an increase of emigrants from the search. In history classes, we remem- ment of the Church of Jesus Christ of British Isles and other parts of Europe. ber the years and decades of prom- Latter-Day Saints the following month The Mormon Trail, as it is called, was inent historical events as significant in Fayette, NY. In the following year, used for over twenty years until the first details, but rarely have I considered the after gaining a number of followers, the transcontinental railroad was complet- time of year important enough to re- church relocated to Kirtland, OH with ed in 1869, making emigration into tain. When searching through all sorts the intention to settle in Independence, the Rocky Mountains a much safer of different historical events, I came MO. Because of violent persecution journey. across an event that stood out to me and the lack of support for the new The Mormon trail is 1,300 miles, because it affected me personally, along church, the members were driven out and runs westward through modern with a high percentage of Americans: of Missouri. This furthered the jour- day Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Wyo- the publication of The Book of Mor- ney westward to Nauvoo, IL, where ming, and Utah. The starting point is mon. A majority of people in the Unit- the church gained many more follow- Nauvoo, IL, and it ends in Salt Lake ed States, and elsewhere, know about ers. Several years later, Joseph Smith, as City, UT. This is one of the most fa- the Church of Jesus Christ of Lat- the leader of the church, and his succes- mous emigration trails in American ter-Day Saints, or the LDS Church, sor, Joseph Smith’s older brother, were history, along with the Oregon Trail and many know members personally. murdered. Violence and lack of toler- and the California Trail. Somewhere A lot of people, however, don’t know ance between the church members and around 70,000 Mormons traveled much about the history of the church other Illinois residents escalated, once along it from 1846 to 1869 to escape and the impact it had on so many again driving the LDS members out of the religious persecution they face in American families and individuals. Al- Nauvoo. The members of the church the East. though I am not and have never been responded by following their new lead- Migration movements as such affect a member of the LDS church myself, I er, Brigham Young, to begin their mi- not only those who endured the jour- am a direct descendant of many Mor- gration west into the Rocky Moun- ney, but also all their descendants. The mon pioneers who embarked on their tains in 1846. religious demographics of the United journey westward, giving me a bit of The trail was long and treacherous. States would be very different today if insight into how great of an impact it Iowa winters were bitter and hard, and it hadn’t been for the migration trail es- has had on many Americans’ lives, in- the people were exhausted. Many trav- tablished over 150 years ago. This mi- cluding those who are not members of elled with covered wagons, others with gration is not often discussed or even the church themselves. hand carts, and some even on foot. Pre- recognized outside of the region. In The publication of the Book of mature death and illness were not un- Utah, however, the LDS members cel- Mormon occurred on March 26, common hardships, and unfortunate- ebrate a holiday called Pioneer Day 1830. It soon sparked one of the great- ly, the migrants knew it far too well. every July 24th to commemorate the est migration movements in Ameri- By the end of 1847, more than 2,000 arrival of the first group of Mormon pi- can history. The story goes that after a Mormons had completed the migra- oneers into the Salt Lake Valley on that vision from God, an angel led a man tion and established themselves in the day in 1847. This holiday is celebrat- named Joseph Smith to a hill where in- mountainous desert of what is now ed with parades, fireworks, and other MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 35 BLAST FROM THE PAST

1920, finally realizing the suffrag- could not live freely, build careers, my finances and belongings inde- ist’s goal of attaining the right to or run for political office. I can’t pendent from my male relatives. Junior Year vote. This, as we know, was a part imagine the struggle it must have Because of feminism, I can vote The march in March that changed the world of the first wave of feminism start- been to establish the female voice for a political candidate based on ing with the Seneca Falls Con- as one to which the world should merit instead of gender. Because of Shea Rowell back or in horse-drawn carriages. vention in 1848, which focused listen, and to enact the changes feminism, I can pursue family life, MSMU Class of 2019 Some rode in cars, and some on female political rights such as the first wave feminists demanded. career life, or both, and be consid- travelled on foot. Suffrage hikes running for office, owning prop- Today, feminist dialogues pres- ered as an equal to male coworkers n March 4, 1913, Wood- started about a month before erty, and voting. The second wave, ent a new array of issues. Feminists and family members alike. Because Orow Wilson was inaugurated the parade, similar in nature to starting in the 1960s, worked have not yet finished the race, and of feminism, women no longer president of the United States. the Freedom Rides of the Civil toward equality between men and still find opposition as they pro- have to silently bear the pain of sex- On March 3rd of the same year, Rights Movement. Most “hiked” women in the family, and repro- pose changes that would lead to ual violence in their schools, work- approximately 8,000 women filled from New York City all the Way ductive rights. The third wave, equal pay for equal work, subsi- places, and homes. the streets of Washington DC on to Washington DC (many of starting in the 1990s, focused on dized (private or public) mater- I am proud to be an Ameri- their march for women’s suffrage. them in heels!). Many prominent de-stereotyping femininity and nity leave, and the overturn of a can woman, and proud to call The National American Woman female figures were in attendance, increasing female independence, culture of sexual harassment and myself a feminist. I owe the qual- Suffrage Association (NAWSA), including the aforementioned and the fourth wave, which we are rape. Unfortunately, today, “femi- ity of my life, my freedom, and led by suffragette Alice Paul, orga- Alice Paul, Jeanette Rankin, who in now, combats the long ignored- nism” is widely considered a pejo- the open possibilities of my future nized the march on Washington. would soon become first female plagues of sexual harassment and rative term indicating loose moral- to the efforts of the ladies who This would be the first of many to be elected to the House of Rep- domestic violence. ity and radicalism, and thus taboo marched through Washington public demonstrations in the cap- resentatives become a prominent Feminism then, as now, was in political conversations. Even over 100 years ago, and who kept ital demanding the right to vote pacifist during World War II, and not perfect or noncontrover- feminists, however, frequently dis- on marching even when the path for American women. even Helen Keller, who delivered sial. During the first two waves, agree with each other about what to the capital was blocked. Today, The march of looked very dif- a speech. minority women were largely true equality should look like. it is easy to take the rights Ameri- ferent than the protest marches we Despite its seemingly tame pro- excluded from public demonstra- These disagreements, while can women enjoy for granted, but know today. The NAWSA march test methods by today’s standards, tions, just as the National Asso- important to discuss and under- it is important to remember the of 1913 was more similar to our the march was violently opposed. ciation for Colored Women was stand, must not blind us to the true struggles of the women who made concept of a parade than a pro- As the women progressed up segregated, although not left out gift that feminism has given each them possible, and to be grate- test. For example, the women at Pennsylvania Avenue, crowds of entirely, from the 1913 march. It person – male and female alike – in ful each day for the progress they the head of the parade rode horses men who were in town for the wasn’t until third wave feminism America today. Because of suffrag- facilitated. and wore costumes. There were, inauguration blocked their pas- that minority women in America ists marching in Washington right To access my source, and to in fact, four different brigades of sage. As the marchers struggled could approach the issue as equals before inauguration day in 1913, see authentic Library of Congress suffragists on horseback through- to push through the suffocating and introduce the idea of feminist I can now cast a vote in American photos of the March 3rd, 1913 out the parade. In addition, there crowd, the men taunted and rid- intersectionality, which thanks to elections. These inspiring women march, see The Atlantic’s March were approximately 20 different iculed them. Some marchers were their efforts is widely accepted in have led me to cherish that dem- 1, 2013 article entitled “The floats, and a skit-like performance even shoved to the ground by the feminism today. ocratic right, not only as an Amer- 1913 Women’s Suffrage Parade” on the steps of the US Treasury male spectators. Dozens of suf- Due to the progresses and ican citizen but as a woman; I cast by Alan Taylor, or visit this link building. fragists required emergency med- regresses of the twentieth century, my vote knowing that many before https://www.theatlantic.com/ The march brought 8,000 ical treatment as a result. feminism has evolved immensely me could not do so. Because of photo/2013/03/100-years-ago- women from all over the nation Nevertheless, the march per- since the suffragists marched the first-wave feminists, I can earn the-1913-womens-suffrage-pa- in a time when transportation sisted that day and beyond. The through the streets of Washington money by writing at this paper (or rade/100465/. was much harder to come by, but government passed the 19th 105 years ago. From a twenty-first any other occupation I choose to many suffragists were up to the Amendment in at the end of Pres- century perspective, it is hard to pursue), own the computer I use To read other articles by Shea, visit the challenge. Many rode in on horse- ident Wilson’s second term in imagine a world in which women to write and research, and manage Authors section of Emmitsburg.net.

constitutionality that existed in ly 1770s his involvement became but as for me, give me liberty or Senior Year the Crown’s vetoing the law in the more pronounced eventually give me death!” Give me liberty… first place. He saw the action as leading to him be one of the sev- The last seven words of this a tyrannical infringement on the en delegates to go to Philadelphia speech appear in nearly ev- Sarah Muir years took place during the Great legislative rights of the Colonies. for the Continental Congress. ery history book that mentions MSMU Class of 2018 Awakening, a period of religious After his impassioned speech on During the Congress, and the Henry. They define one of the revival centered on protestant the subject and the jury’s deliber- Virginia Conventions he was pivotal points of not only his promise this article is about an ministers and the way the revital- ation it was decided that damag- praised for his skill at rhetoric and career, but of the country. A I historical event that took place ize the power of oration. It is be- es should be paid to the tune of spoke as a proponent for the Col- month after they were spoken, in March. However, to get to that lieved that some part of his skill at one penny. After the case, Patrick onies taking up arms against the war was declared on Britain. specific day in March some 243 speech making was a product of Henry’s popularity increased. British, for he saw that revolution Apparently, I am related--in years ago, I have to begin on May the preachers in this era. In May 1765, Henry won was imminent. some way--to Patrick Henry. 29, 1736. On this day a Scot- In 1754, Henry married Sarah the seat of the burgess for Loui- Now, just as I promised 648 However, the only proof I have tish immigrant named John Hen- Shelton and eventually worked sa County after it was vacated by words ago, we arrive at March 20, is the word of my father who ry and his wife, a wealthy English for her father at Hanover Tavern William Johnson and made his 1775. Patrick Henry was in at- once saw the lineage explained widow named Sarah Winston where he began his self-study. way to Williamsburg. Later that tendance at the Second Virgin- in an extensive family tree when Syme, brought a little boy into After a surprisingly short time, year, the Stamp Act was passed ia Convention. It was here Henry he was younger. Unfortunately, the world named Patrick Henry. he applied for his lawyer’s license and in response Henry proposed proposed amendments to create that helpful piece of paper has To those of you that can’t recall in 1760, and while his knowl- the Virginia Stamp Act Resolves. an independent militia, separate been lost to the years. Howev- some bits and pieces of Ameri- edge of law left much to be de- The first four out of the five were from those with royal authori- er, even if I find out that it isn’t can History, Patrick Henry would sired his mind impressed the ex- kept, with the fifth being struck ty since war with Britain was a anything other than a piece of grow to be many things, the most aminers so that in April of that due to the fact that it was too rad- looming inevitability. To debate family fiction that does not di- important of which would be a year he became a licensed lawyer. ical. However, after the newspa- his case and quiet his opponents minish the connection. The Founding Father of the United Thus he began his career in law, pers published the Stamp Act Re- he gave this famous speech: America we have today is un- States of America. serving in courts all throughout solves, growing discontentment “It is in vain, sir, to extenu- der debate, and the voices on ei- He was born in the Colony of Hanover County. began to surface within the Colo- ate the matter. Gentlemen may ther side are so loud and divi- Virginia on a farm in Hanover Three years later, after ob- ny toward the Stamp Act, the op- cry, Peace, Peace but there is no sive I think there are times can’t County and educated by his fa- taining his license, Patrick Hen- position of which would result in peace. The war is actually begun! even hear themselves. However, ther from age ten. He grew up ry became a part of the Parson’s the American Revolution. The next gale that sweeps from the United States, in the short in the knowledge that a majority Cause speaking on behalf of Ha- The Burgess was dissolved later the north will bring to our ears while it has existed, has under- of the family inheritance would nover County. The case was filed that June in the hopes of flushing the clash of resounding arms! Our gone so much history not all of pass to, John Syme Jr, his older by Reverend James Maury who out the radicals in the new elec- brethren are already in the field! it good, but it managed due to half-brother and that he would sought to sue the Burgesses for tion, a hope which was unfulfilled Why stand we here idle? What an invincible spirit. One that have to find his fortune more or back pay on behalf of the clergy as the election merely usurped is it that gentlemen wish? What lives on in every person that ad- less by himself. At age fifteen he the passing of the Two Penny Acts the conservatives that held seats. would they have? Is life so dear, or vocates for liberty. was a clerk for a local merchant (which was later vetoed by King For a short time Henry, while still peace so sweet, as to be purchased and not much time later he open George III). Instead of addressing heavily involved in the political at the price of chains and slavery? To read other articles by Sarah, an unsuccessful shop with his the matter of the economic dam- sphere shifted his concentration Forbid it, Almighty God! I know visit the Authors section of Em- brother, William. His formative ages, Henry focused on the un- to his personal affairs. In the ear- not what course others may take; mitsburg.net. 36 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 FASHION Political impact on fashion Valerie McPhail famous “The Future is Female” tor-in-chief of InStyle Magazine, MSMU Class of 2015 campaign slogan, DACA excla- Laura Brown, Hollywood’s lead- mations “I am an Immigrant,” ing actress in the HBO series Big spirit of parade rally and out- and the protest for same sex mar- Little Lies, Reese Witherspoon, Acry continues to be released riage “Love is Love.” The political and media proprietor, television among the fashion industry in re- runway action of 2017 has built a host and published author Oprah sponse to politics and societal in- platform for people to see fashion Winfrey led the defense with ad- justice as it is exposed through as a stronger outlet of expression. vocacy for gender equality and governmental dialogue. Labels, Through these bold statements awareness for the reality of sexual designs and creators are joining fashion has proved its most influ- harassment. the bureaucratic conversation. ential statement: empowering not The initiative called for all wom- As a result, fashion moves into just one person, but many with en to dress in black at a publicized its most omnipresent expression communities gathering in identi- award ceremony, that gathered fel- yet; proclaiming their fight — ty and expression. low colleagues — members of the the change they believe in as a de- With the Ides of March in mind, Hollywood Foreign Press Associ- clared reality, not just their own. there is no better time to hon- ate, equal actors of television and Stirring social engagement or the March fashion leaders in a film joined to award the achieve- while demanding governmental time of political and social unrest. ments and impact in the arts — response, 2017 was a year of fash- Unlike the Ides of March, a date to exclaim a need for change with- ionable protest. From February’s that marks the assassination and in the way harassment is handled Missoni’s Fall 2017 Collection, death of Julius Caesar, the country and gender postured within their through Prabal Gurung’s Spring has gathered with a strong sense of business affairs. 2018 Collection, the runway re- respect for identity and communi- Many of the supportive celeb- ceived politically charged designs ty. Between media buzz and chat- rities wore black as a symbol of Missoni Autumn 2017 Collection featuring declaring comments over news- ter of opinions, society may relate mourning. Women wore custom the Pink Pussycat Knit beanies. worthy topics in the land of po- to the confusion that comes with Versace gowns, Dior jumpsuits lining in a long flowing overcoat, was her first to date. Dressed in litical and social spheres. Shortly a change in politics. The people’s while the supporting gentlemen and the print later reoccurring Swarovski crystals and a baby blue after Trump’s Inauguration, Ital- response has been widespread and fashioned black shirts, as opposed when paired with red and white tweed jacket and skirt combina- ian fashion designer, Missoni, ac- diverse. One tactic, fashion has to white, with a “Time’s up” lapel stripes on a blanket scarf . tion made by the Queen’s dress- cessorized the pink pussycat knit found, is to seize the opportunity pin. Whether it was Tracee Ellis As a result of all elements of maker Angela Kelly, she attended beanies as the strongest state- as an outlet of protest and a plat- Ross in Marc Jacobs or host Seth fashion — design, casting, mod- Quinn’s show with the opportu- ment of the collection, which was form of expression. Meyers in a black and white Val- els — Pyer Moss has become a ris- nity to award the young design- shown across the world during entino tux, fashion played a role ing powerhouse within the fash- er with the Queen Elizabeth II Milan Fashion Week. The season Women in black in activating a night of advocating ion industry and beyond. Kerby Award for British Design. after, Prabal Gurung launched a The 75th Annual Golden Globes for social and political revolution. Jean-Raymond has a pure, unadul- The 28-year old designer grew collection during New York Fash- set the tone for a politically terated voice among his industry’s a garden out of his Autumn 2018 ion Week that included graph- charged 2018 New Year. With Call to Arms: Pyer Moss contemporaries. His perspective, a Collection. Concealing the identi- ic t-shirts worn by fashion blog- solidarity in the “I’m with Her” Pyer Moss’s Kerby Jean-Raymond proclamation that Black lives mat- ty of some of the model subjects, gers Bryanboy while models Bella women’s movement, influenc- is revolutionizing the way fash- ters, is powerful and beautiful in by masking the face with mixed Hadid and Ashley Graham point ers bridged borders across var- ion is conceptualized, created and its form of expression. With such floral prints and motorcycle hel- blankly stated Hilary Clinton’s in- ious industries. Fashion’s Edi- received. Styling collaborations a case, it is clear that fashion is mets, Quinn gave his designs the with Erykah Badu, outfitting Col- more than just clothes. platform to speak for themselves. in Kaepernick, has gained the de- Floral puffers trumped the run- signer a reputation around politi- A Visit from Queen Elizabeth II way transformed by mismatched cal fashion statements. Perhaps the most political and floral wallpaper, as designs such At the tail end of these actions fashionable statement made as capes and a mock tunic sup- came his recent fashion show during the February fashion sea- ported the feminine self-assurance during New York Fashion Week son was Queen Elizabeth’s atten- and ease found in the collection. just last month. For Fall 2018 dance to a London Fashion Week. The award, handpicked by Kelly the Brooklyn-made designer pre- Joining American Vogue’s Edi- and the British Fashion Council, sented a show casted of all black tor-in-Chief, Anna Wintour, the intends to cultivate the career of models. Icons of Americana were Queen of England sat front row new talent in the context of shar- references – a western cowboy at Richard Quinn’s showing of his ing fashion’s influence on society modernized when outfitted with Autumn 2018 Collection during and its politics. There was no bet- a slick bomber jacket, the stars of London Fashion Week. ter time for Quinn’s feminist state- the country’s flag blue and white The fashion week appearance ments than now. The loudest statement in the fashion industry has been its po- litical comments. As fashion uti- lizes clothing design as a platform to stand up in the fight against in- equality within society, the world will start to see a bolder and fresh- er perspective on style and de- sign. Fashion is not just clothing, it is much more and is disputably a form of expression with artistic impact to resonate with the soul, as art has a way of doing, and to build an industry and business - let alone a community - that sees its value more so than the materi- al. The world may find that New York City takes fashion a little more seriously, but at this time of year all seriousness pays off. For it reveals itself as a form of political position and protest. This is what fashion needs, let alone the world.

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Monastery construction to begin this summer he Carmel of Jesus, Mary & determined to draw as complete- ed to see resources available that Our humble Monastery will be- nuns hope to finish it within five TJoseph, a thriving religious ly as possible on genuine mate- promote beautiful, long-lasting come a focal point and a lesson years, pending necessary funds order of contemplative nuns, are rials and skilled workmanship in buildings. The concept of ‘ethi- in stone and timber for the many raised within this time. They have set to build a new Monastery at the construction process, raising cal, sustainable living’ has always people who come to seek God in already raised enough to begin 465 Water Street in Fairfield. up a building that is authentically existed in the Carmelite life – in our Chapel.” Phase 1, which consists of the con- In June 2016, the nuns official- American yet calls to mind a sim- our life it’s called ‘the Virtue of Mid February, the nuns received struction of four small structures ly broke ground on the site of the ple, long-lasting, European con- Poverty’! Our life is based on approval for the construction of that are part of the cluster of small future monastery, and a year lat- vent from times past. joyful poverty and simplicity, the barn and the basement was fin- buildings within the monastery’s er, in August 2017, the site was “Amongst the anxieties and avoiding all selfish wastefulness. ished on the caretaker’s residence. complex. These will form the basis cleared, the driveway and chapel concern for the future, so preva- It is our hope that, in planning Work will continue moving along for an even larger construction op- parking lots paved, and drainage lent in today’s society, it’s always a beautiful, simple building for with construction on the monas- eration in 2019, as the main mon- systems were installed. The design a sign of hope when you build the glory of God, we will also be tery beginning this summer. The astery living areas are built. of the new building is inspired by something that will last,” said supporting a very healthy move- the monasteries of St. Teresa of the Prioress. “We are delight- ment in the building industry. Avila and will allow the nuns to raise farm animals, grow vegeta- ble and flower gardens, and praise God in nature. The current monastery locat- ed in Elysburg, PA is overcrowd- ed. Rooms meant for recreation or work are being used as liv- ing quarters to accommodate an abundance of vocations. The construction of a new monastery would allow the nuns to make an- other foundation and both prop- erties would be able to contin- ue accepting new vocations into their folds. “We call it ‘making a new foundation,’” Mother Stel- la-Marie of Jesus, Prioress of the community said. “Our Commu- nities are supposed to be small, family groups of no more than twenty-one Nuns.” Their building project, like their vocation, is unique but in- spiring. While the Sisters rely entirely upon the generosity of friends and benefactors, they are 38 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 ARTS Majestic Theater presents Dublin Irish Dance

irect from Dublin, Ireland, rary tunes with traditional Irish the aisles...and wanting to book DDublin Irish Dance is a rhythms alongside stirring & the next flight to Ireland! story of love & loss, trepidation emotive vocal tracks. Experience Tickets starting at $35, can be and triumph. Presented at the the dazzling dance performanc- purchased by calling 717-337- Gettysburg College’s Majestic es, the incredible emotion of the 8200, visiting gettysburgmajestic. Theater on Sunday, March 18 at pure Celtic voice and the sensa- org or stopping by the Box Office, 3 p.m., Dublin Irish Dance tells tional multi-instrumentalists on 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg. the story, through Irish music, fiddle, flute, uilleann pipes, -ac The Box Office is open Monday song, dance, of the immigrant cordion, banjo, mandolin, whis- through Saturday from noon un- Irish who traveled to America tle, bodhrán, guitar, piano, drums til 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday from in search of a new life. “On St. & bass. 1- 5 p.m. Patrick’s weekend, everyone has Dublin Irish Dance features Free parking and roundtrip a bit of The Blarney Stone in word champion dancers, all Ire- shuttle service is available from them,” observed Jeffrey Gabel, land champion instrumental- Gettysburg College’s Constitution the Majestic’s Founding Execu- ists, and principal performers Avenue Parking Lot. Shuttle starts tive Director. “This music is so from Riverdance, Michael Flat- one hour before the performance infectious that by the end of the ley’s Lord of the Dance and Celt- and is ADA accessible. Metered show, everyone will be dancing ic Woman. Dublin Irish Dance is parking is available at the Gettys- the Irish jig.” a captivating portrayal of the Irish burg Borough Parking Garage in The performance compris- and its culture that will leave you Race Horse Alley as well as along es a blend of classic contempo- with heartfelt tears and dancing in Carlisle Street.

Drew Derreth, Amanda Wetzel, Day By Day... Godspell is still a hit! Mathew Barninger, April How- ard, Sara Bollinger, and Andrew ettysburg Community The- ond time at GCT. This being the shows a community being formed Day,” Godspell features a parade Adcock; from Littlestown: Deb- Gatre (GCT) the not-for- 10th year of GCT, Carr has selected to help Jesus Christ tell different of beloved songs such as “O bie Williams; and from Mechan- profit 501c3 community theatre productions from GCT’s history parables by using a wide variety of Bless The Lord”, “Light Of The icsburg: Kevin Foster. located at 49 York Street in his- to revive. The last time Godspell games and storytelling techniques World”, “Turn Back O Man”, and Tickets are $18+ tax/fees are toric downtown Gettysburg, will was produced at GCT was 2012. and a hefty dose of great singing. “All Good Gifts”. still available for Godspell online present the international hit musi- One member of GCT’s original This masterful retelling of the orig- A live band will be on stage at www.GettysburgCommuni- cal Godspell 8 p.m. Fridays and 2012 cast, Kevin Foster, is again inal sensation is injected with con- under the direction of music tyTheatre.org or at the door one Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays in this 2018 revival production at temporary references and dazzling director Jane. The show is stage hour before each show time if March 2-18. GCT. “This cast has really bonded new band arrangements. God- managed by Sue McCleaf Nespeca seats are still available in GCT’s GCT’s Executive/Artistic Direc- as a community”, says Carr, “and spell, based on the Gospel Accord- from Cashtown and the cast very intimate, and almost always tor Chad-Alan Carr is directing and that is exactly what the show is all ing to Matthew, was the first major includes from Gettysburg: Linda sold out, 80 seat theatre. GCT is choreographing and this produc- about…a community that shares.” musical from three-time Grammy Fink, Lori Francesconi, Lind- located at 49 York Street within tion marks the 7th time he has done Having originally opened and Academy Award winner. Led sey Ringquest, Betty Brownley, the first block of Lincoln Square Godspell in his career and the sec- off-broadway in 1971, Godspell by the international hit, “Day by and Shane Miller; from Hanover: in historic downtown Gettysburg

members have performed/re- Irish and Jazz comes to Frederick corded with a variety of notable artists, including Wynton Mar- his month the plays host young musicians in Ireland to- day March 7. Back by popular in the U.S. and Ireland. salis, O.A.R, Iron and Wine, Tto both an award-winning day, award-winning quartet We demand, the group infuses tra- On March 17 the Weinberg Joshua Redman, Lee Fields, and Irish quartet and New Orleans’s Banjo 3 is set to perform as a ditional tunes with a modern Center for the Arts’ Live! Se- Jason Moran. They have graced Jazz. part of the Weinberg Center for Americana sound, featuring ries continues with the Gram- a number of prominent ven- Among the most celebrated the Arts’ Live! Series on Wednes- banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, my nominated drummer Sammy ues, including the White House, and vocals. Miller and his five-piece ensem- Lincoln Center, and the Holly- Brothers Enda and Fergal ble The Congregation. Brand- wood Bowl. Scahill and Martin and David ed by The SF Weekly as “brassy, In spite of their individu- Howley are among the most cel- stomp your feet and dance mu- al accolades, the band members ebrated young musicians in Ire- sic… [with] the raw uplifting have opted to stick together to land today. This award-winning vibe of a New Orleans street pa- create globally conscious mu- quartet from Galway delivers a rade,” the group is on a mission sic with the intention to spread groundbreaking mixture of Irish to put the generosity and joy joy throughout the world. Mill- music and old- time American back into jazz. er, along with trumpet player Al- and bluegrass influences. Fea- A native of Los Angeles, phonso Horne, were nominated turing banjo, fiddle, mando- Grammy nominated drummer for a Grammy Award for Best lin, guitar, vocals, and percus- and bandleader Sammy Mill- Instrumental Jazz Album on the sion, We Banjo 3 makes a bold er is known for his unique ma- record “My Favorite Things” and extraordinary musical state- turity and relentless focus on under the leadership of pianist ment. Collectively, We Banjo 3 making feel-good music. Upon Joey Alexander. “Vanity Fair” has been at the forefront of Irish completing his Master’s at The featured The Congregation in banjo and fiddle for two de- Juilliard School, Sammy formed The Jazz Youth-Quake: Others cades. They have released four The Congregation. The band on the Upswing. The Bluegrass award-winning, groundbreaking is focused on sharing the pow- Situation named The Congrega- albums, including “Gather the er of community through their tion’s rendition of “Mahogany Good” (2014), which received music, aptly nicknamed “joyful Hall Stomp” their Song of The four Album of the Year awards jazz.” Independently, the band Week and premiered their “Ten- nessee Waltz” music video. Tickets may be purchased on- line at WeinbergCenter.org, by calling the Box Office at 301- 600-2828, or in person at 20 West Patrick St. A complete listing of artists and perform- ers scheduled for the 2018 sea- son can be found at Weinberg- Center.org. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 39 MOUNT ARTS Arts this spring Hannah Opehnaker lar arrangements of classical themes. Kurt Blaugher made the decision to MSMU Class of 2018 The community was invited to enjoy change the seating configuration for some coffee or a cup of hot choco- this semester’s productions. The orig- pringtime at the Mount has late as the Mount’s String Ensemble inal configuration was set as a prosce- Sfinally arrived in the Visual and played beautiful melodies that filled nium, or the typical stage with cur- Performing Arts Department. The the Café. tains on either side, and a “fourth snow has (mostly) melted, the sun The Mount Music Society also wall” that separates the audience is shining and the atmosphere has hosted a “Café Night” on February from the players. This new configu- everyone in the mood to enjoy great 17 in the campus café. Students were ration, however, allows the audience music, theater and visual art. Febru- invited to sing, play music, or per- to get a little more up close and per- ary saw so many great things in the form in the relaxed coffee house set- sonal with the actors. The thrust con- Music and Theater departments it ting. This has always been a popular figuration, or a theater style in which The cast and crew of “Almost Maine” pose seems appropriate to take a minute event amongst students, as they have there is seating on three sides of the for a group photo before opening night. to review. an opportunity to show off music that stage. The stage arrangement pro- about college dance, and graduating Sweeny Todd will provide an evening February was an exciting month they have been working on either as a vided an interesting experience not as an artist and what it is like to work that opens up a discussion on the for music. One of the first music group or as a solo artist. There is no only for the actors, but for the audi- as an artist in the community. Also stigma that surrounds mental illness. events of February was held off cam- major requirement to perform and ence as well, “Thrust configurations on March 10 is senior music major “I think it’s awful how many peo- pus on February 11, in Hagerstown. everyone is invited take the stage or are made so that the audience mem- Kieran Damitz’s senior music con- ple are suffering from some type of A concert entitled “An evening at the just to enjoy the music while studying bers can experience one another, as cert, “Spring Swing”. Damitz prom- mental illness, and there is not much Opera”, was hosted by the Mount or enjoying a cup of coffee. well as what is happening on stage” ises a fun evening of classic swing effort being made to help them,” St. Mary’s University Chorale, the Also in February was the Mount’s says Dr. Blaugher on the new config- music that will make you want to says Heilos, “given the current polit- Frederick Symphony Orchestra Mainstage Theater Production of uration. “I definitely felt that,” says dance the night away. His concert ical climate, I think that this show and the Hub Opera ensemble. The “Almost, Maine”. The show was pre- Fiore, “it was so funny to see some of will be open to the public, and will is important. How many mental ill- ensembles presented Puccini’s musi- sented February 15 thru the 17. It my friends or professors in the other be held in the Cardinal Keeler Din- ness patients are we going to villainize cal masterpiece, “Tosca”, which tells certainly did not disappoint, and section of seats laughing and react- ing Room in Patriot hall from 4:00 to after a mass shooting before someone the story of political treachery at the proved to be a heartwarming crowd ing to the actors on stage. It really set 5:00 in the evening. says enough is enough?” Her produc- beginning of the Napoleonic Wars. pleaser. The play presented as a series the intimate mood that I think Dr. In March is Nicole Heilos’ senior tion of “Light” will be open to the This year, Mardi Gras, or “Fat of nine short, somewhat absurdist, Blaugher was going for.” The seat- theater directing project “Light: public March 22 thru the 24. Tuesday” fell on February 13. For vignettes that all revolve around the ing configuration will stay as is up Songs to Stop Stigma”. This concert those that don’t observe this day of theme of love. The show saw some through the senior directing projects featuring music from shows like Dear To read past articles by Hannah, visit revelry, in the Catholic tradition familiar Mount Theater faces as “Light” and “Lysistrata”. Evan Hansen, Next to Normal and the Authors section of Emmitsburg.net. Mardi Gras is the day before Ash well as many new ones. Senior John In March, there are many exciting Wednesday (the first day of the holy Beisidecki enjoyed being a part of shows scheduled to be performed, season of Lent). It is customary for such a tight-knit cast, “I really loved as well as some experience that the Catholics to celebrate by enjoying this experience. The last Mount The- Emmitsburg community is encour- candies, cakes, sweets, drinks and ater production I was a part of was aged to attend. Two events will take many other novelties that they may a short one act with only one other place on March 10. First, Mount be sacrificing during the Lenten Sea- actress. We had fun but being a part Theatre will be presenting a con- son. Around the Mount, Mardi Gras of an ensemble was really something temporary dance class for students to was celebrated by all in Patriot Hall, else.” You could tell that the cast was enjoy. The master class will be taught where the Lab Bands played music, excited to bring such a warm show to by Kelsy Rupp, a faculty member at beads were handed out and king the Mount during a time of the year the Mid Maryland Performing Arts cake was passed around to every- that many of us can get a little down Center in Frederick. Students will get one’s enjoyment. There was much in the dumps. Sophomore theater the opportunity to spend two hours dancing, singing and laughter as the major, Emma Fiore, who attended working on modern dance tech- Catholic population at the Mount the Friday night performance, was niques as well as choreography and prepared for the Lenten season. amazed by the story, “Almost, Maine a segment in which Kelsy will talk The day after Valentine’s Day, is kind of like Emmitsburg. A small February 15, Mount Music Society town filled with a lot of crazy people presented an event called “Mostly and even more fuzzy warm feelings. Mozart at the Mount Café”. This It makes a lot of sense to me why fun and exciting concert featured the this show is so popular among high Mount String Ensemble who per- school and college campuses – it just formed familiar pieces such as Mozart makes everyone feel good.” Enine Kleine Nachtmusik, Vivaldi Technical Director Ben Buhr- Concerto Grosso and other popu- man as well as Theater Professor Dr. 40 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 SPORTS Cougars run in state championships Edison Hatter liminary rounds of the 55-meter achowski was in the final heat, hurdles and the 55-meter dash. starting out of lane five. He start- he Catoctin High School in- In the hurdles, Elijah Moser fin- ed out fast, settling into third Tdoor track and field team has ished in twelfth place with a time place early, before dropping to been training hard since Novem- of 8.90 seconds. In the 55-meter fifth in the final fifty meters. His ber in preparation for the state dash, Jack Malachowski finished time of 37.98 seconds put him meet held on Presidents Day, in 6.99 seconds, with Brendan in ninth place, just .04 seconds at the Prince George’s Sports- Bozick and Cameron Baumgard- short of a ribbon. In the 500-me- plex in Landover, Maryland. ner close behind in 7.03 seconds ter dash, Catoctin would have had Over the course of the season, and 7.10 seconds respectively. Un- two competitors as Emma Strick- the team ran through all sorts fortunately, none of the four boys land qualified on the girls’ side of adverse conditions, includ- were able to qualify for the finals and Kyle Gasior qualified on the ing the extreme cold and snow. in their event. boys’ side. However, both ended Their hard work paid off at the In the 4x800 meter relay, there up scratching the event choosing regional meet as twelve athletes was one change from the region- not to compete. from Catoctin were able to qual- al meet as Colton Clingerman ran Next, Rachel Waldron and ify for states. All three boys relay for Eamonn Law-Knotts. Corbin Emma Strickland competed in teams, the 4x200, the 4x400, and Deviney led off for the Cougars the 1600-meter run. Waldron was the 4x800 qualified. These teams and started fast, running in sec- seated first in the state in the event included Cameron Baumgard- ond most of the way before ulti- by nearly seven seconds and used The Catoctin track and field team with their medals and ribbons after competing in the state championship. ner, Brendan Bozick, Jack Mal- mately slipping to third. Deviney that confidence early in the race achowski, and Nick Reaver on handed the baton off to Clinger- as she quickly moved to the front caught Waldron to form a chase Colton Clingerman on the boys’ the 4x200; Malachowski, Bozick, man after a 2:10 split and Clin- with Strickland following closely group of three. Waldron came side. In the girls’ race, Strick- Corbin Deviney, and Kyle Gasi- german battled with Boonsboro behind in second. After an open- through the mile in 6:10 with Lo- land joined a group of three that or on the 4x400; and Deviney, and Bohemia Manor for second ing 400 of 77, Waldron contin- gan Bierer of Pikesville and Macy opened up a sizeable lead on the Gasior, RJ Mellor, and Eamonn place. Ultimately, he split a 2:12 ued to lead with a pack of three, Gerbes of Sparrows Point close be- rest of the field on the first two Law-Knotts on the 4x800. Mal- and put the Cougars into third including Strickland, following hind. With six laps left in the race, laps. She sat in third for most of achowski and Bozick both quali- place behind Douglass and Bohe- closely behind. At the halfway the group caught up with McGil- the first two laps, but made her fied in the 55-meter dash and the mia Manor as Mellor started his point of the race, Waldron contin- livray and Gerbes pushed for the move on the third lap, taking over 300-meter dash, while Baumgard- leg. Mellor split a 2:19, but Cato- ued to lead in 2:40 and opened up lead, while Waldron struggled to first place from Camryn Harper of ner qualified in the 55-meter dash ctin slipped back to sixth place en- her lead a little over the chase pack. hold on in fourth. As the race en- Boonsboro. Strickland’s lead con- and the high jump. In addition to tering the last leg. Gasior was able The gap from Strickland in fourth tered the last laps, Waldron slipped tinued to widen on the final lap two relays, Gasior also qualified in to move up with a phenomenal to the rest of the field was near- down three more places, but fin- and she secured the state title in the 500-meter dash. Elijah Mos- 2:05 last leg and a strong finish- ly half a lap. With two laps to go, ished strong in 13:00.46 to secure the race in a final time of 2:27.22. er qualified for the 55-meter hur- ing kick to catch Douglass at the the lead pack was down to three as a seventh place finish and her sec- In the boys’ race, Clingerman ap- dles and freshman Colton Cling- end for third place, behind Boons- Strickland fell solidly into fourth ond ribbon of the day. peared to struggle from the begin- erman qualified for the 800-meter boro and Bohemia Manor. The re- place. Ultimately, Kelsey Hall of Cameron Baumgardner led off ning and finished twelfth in a time run. In field events, Ben Seiss and lay team finished in 8:46.60, near- Snow Hill and Elly McGillivray the boys 4x200 meter relay for of 2:18.77. Tristan Rice both qualified for the ly twenty seconds faster than their of Brunswick passed Waldron on Catoctin and got the Cougars off Finally, Jack Malachowski led shot put. On the girls’ side, Rachel previous season best. the final lap, but she finished in to a solid start, splitting a 24.2 off for the boys 4x400 meter relay Waldron qualified for states in the In the boys 300-meter dash, 5:33.63 for a solid third place fin- and putting the Cougars into as they attempted to claim their 1600-meter run and 3200-me- Brendan Bozick was in the first ish. Strickland finished closely be- third place. Brendan Bozick and second top three relay finish of the ter run, while Emma Strickland heat against two upperclassmen hind in 5:42.20 for fourth place. Jack Malachowski kept the team day. He settled into fourth place qualified for states in the 500-me- from Pikesville. Bozick started In the 3200-meter run, Waldron in third place with 24.4 seconds in the heat and split a 53.5 400 ter run, 800-meter run, and strong but faded towards the end, had revenge on her mind as she and a 24.9 second split respec- before handing the baton off to 1600-meter run. ultimately landing a third place had another chance to race against tively. Nick Reaver brought the Corbin Deviney. Deviney found The meet began with the pre- finish in 39.74 seconds. Jack Mal- Hall and McGillivray. She went team home in a 24.2 second himself in a pack of four, fighting out in a fast first 400, settling in split to secure the third place fin- for second place. Ultimately, the second place behind McGillivray. ish for the Cougars in the heat. group settled and Deviney came Waldron kept a consistent gap to Their final time of 1:38.26 was out in fourth place and a 54.2 McGillivray and came through the good for a fifth place finish over- split. Brendan Bozick was able first 800 in 2:56, trailing by just a all in the event. to fight off Boonsboro and hand- couple seconds. Over the next cou- Catoctin had two qualifiers ed the baton to Kyle Gasior after ple of laps, McGillivray opened in the 800-meter relay: Emma a 57.2 split, still in fourth place. up a larger lead, while two others Strickland on the girls’ side and Gasior was passed by Boonsboro and fell back to fifth place, split- ting a 54.0. The relay finished in 3:39.45, good for seventh place overall. In the field events, Cameron Baumgardner finished in eleventh place in the high jump, with a final height of 5’4”. His first attempt- ed jumps were at the 5’4” height, which he cleared on his second at- tempt. Baumgardner was unable to clear 5’6” on all three attempts. In the shotput, team captain Ben Seiss threw 47 feet and 4 inch- es on his final throw to set a new personal record and secure a sec- ond place finish in the state meet. Meanwhile, teammate Tristan Rice threw 42 feet and 11.5 inch- es to finish eighth in the event.

Editor’s Note: After writing this ar- ticle, we were notified that Colton Clingerman tragically passed away. Our deepest condolences go out to the Clingerman family and the entire Catoctin High School community. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 41 MOUNT SPORTS March Madness at the Mount Samantha Barbato will then head into the conference MSMU class of 2018 tournament, beginning Wednesday, March 7. s the weather warms up, we’re As for the spring season, the Aseeing more rain and less snow Mount is set to have a jam-packed on the mountain. Spring is coming sports lineup. Whether it is Wal- to Mount St. Mary’s University. As dron Stadium, the turf, the track, or we begin to switch gears toward the the courts there is set to be constant spring sports season at the Mount, excitement throughout the whole it is important to reflect on our win- month of March. ter sports season and the excitement The new Mount men’s soccer the New Year has brought us so far! team has a short spring season ahead In their second season, The of them as they prepare for their in- Mount St. Mary’s University men’s augural season since their reinstate- swimming and diving team, won ment in Fall 2018. The Mount men their first three meets resulting in a will have their second home game 3-6 record, and even snagged a sev- on Friday, March 16 against Mont- enth place finish at the Coastal Col- gomery Community College before legiate Sports Association Cham- hitting the road to travel to Wash- pionships (CCSA’s). Meanwhile, ington D.C. to play American on the women’s swimming and div- Saturday, March 24. The men will ing team went 6-2 during their sea- have two matches in May to close son of dual meets. The women, in out their spring. their Northeast Conference Cham- The baseball team will begin their pionships, ended the season strong month of March in sunny, Flori- The Mount St. Mary’s University women’s tennis team join for their pre-match huddle at Navy. with the exciting performance from da to wrap up their spring break junior Maddie McGraw who broke trip and kick off their season. On header on Tuesday, March 20, be- home for the team beginning with Mount St. Mary’s University’s her own Mount St. Mary’s program Thursday, March 1, the team will fore hosting the Mount St. Mary’s the home opener against Buck- sports spring season will contin- record in the 100 backstroke with a play St. Bonaventure in Port Char- Tournament. The home tourna- nell on Wednesday, March 21. The ue to grow with excitement as the time of 56.51 (the previous record lotte, Fla. before heading to Pun- ment will begin on Saturday, March team will host a long weekend next, school waits for the release of the being 57.16). ta Gorda for the Snowbird Classic, 24 with games against Albany and starting with Sacred Heart on Satur- men’s and women’s track and field Both men’s and women’s indoor where they will play Presbyterian Siena. The tournament will con- day, March 24, followed by a dou- schedule. No matter where you are track and field had a strong finish on Friday, March 2, and George- tinue the next day, Sunday, March ble-header against Morgan State on the opposite side of campus, you to their season in mid-February. At town on Saturday, March 3. The 25, where the Mount will face Siena and Hampton on Sunday, March will be sure to have plenty of enter- the 2018 Northeast Conference In- team will waste no time once they once more, and Morgan State. The 25. The men will then travel North tainment. So, bring your family and door Track and Field Champion- are back as they have a game against team will round out the month of to St. Francis Brooklyn for a match friends to come support the Mount ships, the men’s team finished in Bucknell at home on Wednesday, March on the road with two games on Wednesday, March 28 and Wag- spring sports teams as they battle for third place, and the women’s team March 7 before heading away for against Saint Francis University on ner on Thursday, March 29. the wins and the rings this season! finished in fourth. Highlighting the the weekend to UMBC where they Saturday, March 31. championship included gold med- will play the host on Friday, March The Mount men’s lacrosse team al winners senior, Brenden Chavis 9 followed by Hofstra on Satur- will have five games in the month, in weight throw; senior, DJ Work- day, March 10. The men will then starting with two at home. The cuff, in the long jump and sopho- hit the road to play Penn State on men will host VMI on Saturday, more, Justin Kimble, in the 60m. Wednesday, March 14, and David- March 3 as well as Mercer on Satur- The women’s team had their fair son on March 16, 17 and 18. day, March 10. The team will trav- share of gold as well with first year They will return home to play el to Bryant University for the first Kayla Barnes for the 4x400m along UMBC on Tuesday, March 20 as of three conference games, on Sat- with fellow teammates junior Mari- well as a series of games against Sa- urday, March 17 before return- ah McLane, sophomore Chardane cred Heart from March 23-25. The ing home for a game on Saturday, Logan, first year Chalys Caruth and month will end for the men’s team March 24 against Robert Morris. junior Clarke Hooper. In addition, on the road once more, playing a They will round out the month by Kimble was named the Men’s NEC double header against University of traveling to face Sacred Heart Uni- Most Outstanding Track Perform- Maryland-Eastern Shore on Tues- versity on Saturday, March 31. er (Sprints) while Barnes earned the day, March 27 followed by a three The women’s lacrosse team will title of Women’s Most Outstand- game series against Bryant from have their own slate of games for ing Rookie Performer. Other nota- Thursday, March 29 to Saturday, the month of March; half of them ble moments from the champion- March 31. will be home. The women will be- ship included the men’s 4x400m The softball team will also still gin their month on Saturday, March relay team of senior Brady Atland, be in the midst of their spring 3 on the road against Longwood. senior Chris Gabor, first year Sean break travels at the start of March. They will return home the follow- Fahey and Workcuff finishing third. The team will start March in Spar- ing week on Friday, March 9 for Barnes placed second in the wom- tanburg, South Carolina with the a game against Lehigh, and then en’s 200m dash, and first year Najae Buffalo Wild Wings Classic, play- Monday, March 12 hosting Fresno Nickerson placed second in 200m ing Delaware State and USC Up- State. The women will then head to hurdles. The track and field season state on Friday, March 2. Continu- George Washington on Saturday, will continue outdoor in the spring. ing with the same tournament, the March 17 and stay on the road to The Mount women’s basketball team will play Furman on Saturday, face Radford a week later, on March team will look to end their season March 3 for a double header. The 24. The women will finish March on a high note as they finish with season does not stop there for these at home, facing San Diego State on their last two games of the regular women! When they return from Friday, March 30. season and head into the Northeast their spring break trip, they will be- The Mount men’s and women’s Conference Tournament. The first gin play at the Towson Tournament tennis teams will be rounding out game will be on Friday, March 2 at on Saturday, March 10 with a dou- their spring break trip in Orlan- home against Saint Francis Univer- ble header against Fairfield and then do, Florida at the beginning of the sity for the team’s Senior Day. The Towson. To round out the tourna- month. They will face Keiser Uni- game will honor the team’s four se- ment, they will play Fairfield once versity on Thursday, March 1, Nor- niors, Katrice Dickson, Stacey Kou- again on Sunday, March 11. The folk State on Saturday, March 3, tris, Kaitlyn Eisenhard and Caroline women will then play Morgan State, and Duquesne on Sunday, March Hummell. The last regular season away, on Wednesday March 14, be- 4. The first match out of the warm game will lead the girls on the road fore returning home for a string of weather will be at James Madi- where they will face Robert Morris games. The Mount women are set son for a match on Sunday, March on Sunday, March 4. The women to host Coppin State for a double 18. The next four matches will be 42 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 COMPLIMENTARY CORNER Dress for the season Renee Lehman cuses, and daffodils thrusting upward we wear lighter clothing, than if we through the ground. The daylight is wore warmer, winter clothing. Thus, ere is an important thing to re- lasting longer each day, the birds begin we waste some of the Qi that we have Hmember as we move from the a new song, and some days have tem- stored up by resting during winter. end of winter into the beginning of peratures hitting 70°F (just like in Feb- Another way of thinking about this spring: Dress for the season, not the ruary). However, even with all of this is just as new vegetation needs pro- weather. change and the warmer days, winter tection of a greenhouse in the ear- Do you remember the week of is not over! Those warmer days, even ly spring, our body’s Qi is a little too February 18th when we had tem- though they felt like spring, are still a weak to resist the coldness of the ex- peratures that ranged from lows in part of winter. Even though the tem- ternal environment. Staying clothed the 30s to highs in the mid 70s? It perature reads 70°F, the essence fol- and warm is necessary so that our Qi into spring. By supporting the body garlic, and dandelion. was unbelievable! Were you tempt- lows the season. What is the energetic will be strong enough to help us move naturally, you help to create an envi- ed to throw off your winter sweaters essence of winter? Cold. Also, the en- through spring into summer. ronment that will not allow a “cold/flu “When you break a man-made and heavy clothes, and wear some- ergetic essence of early spring is cool. We also open ourselves up to catch bug” to enter your body. law, you may go to jail. thing lighter, like a short sleeve shirt? Our body responds to the cold es- a cold when we dress for the weath- A Chinese Proverb, “Chun wu qiu When you break a natural law, Maybe you were tempted to go with- sence, not the temperature. So, wear- er and not the season (as we move dong” means “Bundle up in the spring you may go to a different type of out a jacket. I hope that you did not ing lighter clothing, short sleeves, from winter into spring). What can and stay cool in the autumn.” Dress jail — it’s called a hospital.” –Nan do this, though. Why? shoes without socks, or not wearing a you do when you feel a cold sneak- for the season and not the tempera- Lu, OMD You may be anticipating the ar- coat requires our bodies to use extra Qi ing up on you? ture. Stay bundled up. Stay warm un- rival of spring, and may even see the (energy) to stay warm. In other words, Since Traditional Chinese Medicine til spring has fully arrived and there are “No winter lasts forever; no spring flowers such as, winter aconite, cro- we make our bodies work harder if uses food as medicine, ginger is a food no major fluctuations in temperature. skips its turn.” that can help fight a cold. The follow- If you begin to feel a mild headache, –Hal Borland ing is a recipe for a hot ginger cinna- chills, scratchy throat, and/or runny mon tea. Ginger and cinnamon both nose, consider drinking the Ginger Renee Lehman is a licensed acupunc- warm your body. Ginger supports Cinnamon Tea. turist and physical therapist with 30 your Lung Qi, and its pungent taste Consider eating foods that are years of health care experience. Her helps to push your Qi to the surface of warming and can help you deal with office is located at 249B York Street the skin, thus improving the immune the transition from winter into spring; in Gettysburg. She can be reached at system. The raw honey also strength- such as, fennel, scallions, broccoli rabe, 717-752-5728. ens your Lung Qi.

Hot Ginger Cinnamon Tea Ingredients: • 3 quarts water • ¾ cup fresh ginger, peeled and chopped • 2-3 cinnamon sticks • Raw honey, to taste

Directions: Bring water to a boil with cinnamon sticks and ginger. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Using a sieve, strain into cups and sweeten with raw honey, if desired. After drinking this hot tea, consid- er taking a hot bath in which you gen- erate a mild sweat. Then dress warm- ly, and go to sleep. When you wake up the next day, the cold could be gone! Here are some tips to remember as we move from winter into spring: Traditional Chinese Medicine rec- ommends that you take care of your- self to prevent colds in the first place. Get plenty of sleep, eat warming foods, and move gently from winter MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 43 FITNESS AND HEALTH Sticking to your New Year’s resolution Linda Stultz ple think of the word diet as a Cardio exercise is the second build energy and endurance to Utilizing the three things I men- Certified Fitness Trainer problem. The word diet should be component of losing weight and help us through our day. tioned in this article can promote thought of as what we eat to stay keeping it off. Find an exercise you Weightlifting is the third com- and help you achieve the lifestyle ave you kept that New Year’s alive not as a word only associat- like and will have fun doing. I have ponent in my prescription for los- most people want. Good food and HResolution? Usually by this ed with losing weight. Fresh foods written many suggestions in past ing weight and maintaining it physical activity not only keeps time you know if you have made such as vegetables, fruits, grains articles but I will mention a few throughout your life. Strong mus- our body in shape but our mind as the lifestyle change that will enable and meats are the way to enjoy again. Play with your kids or an- cles not only help with balance as well. Taking care of ourselves gives you to stick to the resolution you foods at their best. Processed and imals, find a friend to walk with, we get older but they help with us the satisfaction we need to feel made. Many people say they want pre-packaged foods are adding take a dance class or something you fractures, energy and possibly the better about ourselves because we to lose weight or get healthy but so much to our diet that causes enjoy. Movement is the important ability to keep our independence know we are doing something to really don’t decide just how they weight gain. You can usually have part. Cardio is also the things we longer. Strong, lean muscles also live a longer and healthier life. will do it. I realize that putting this larger amounts of fresh foods be- need to do like cleaning the house, burn calories and help maintain Taking care of ourselves also into practice is not always easy. I cause they do not contain added washing the car and mowing the a healthy weight. You can burn gives us the energy and hopeful- believe there are three steps need- salt, sugar and other ingredients grass. Doing these things get the more calories for a longer period ly the assurance that we will be ed to achieve your goal. Food, car- that convert into fat and is stored necessities and the exercise com- of time after lifting weights than there to take care of family and dio and weightlifting are the com- in your body. Portion size is an- pleted at the same time. you do after a cardio workout. friends when they need our help. ponents needed to lose weight and other part of the food control. You Cardio is also important to keep Just imagine the calorie burn Do some research and talk to your maintain it for a lifetime. do need to be strict with the type the heart, lungs and our whole if you warm up with a half hour doctor before jumping into any We all know eating the right and portions of food while trying body healthy. It not only burns of cardio then do a half hour of exercise and weight loss program. kind of food in the correct por- to lose weight but after you reach calories, it improves our body’s weightlifting. That would give Call me at 717-334-6009 with tion size is a key to losing weight. your goal you can enjoy a fun food condition and helps to prevent you maximum calorie burn to get questions and remember Keep The problem comes in when peo- every now and then. illness and disease. Cardio helps you closer to your weight loss goal. Moving! 2nd Annual Anytime Fitness 5K ast year Anytime Fitness Thur- The Puvels spent a lot of time at blessed by the community. Friends time Fitness Thurmont hopes this or giving back to the Ronald Mc- Lmont held its first Annual Inau- the Ronald McDonald house while and members of the community year’s event will be just as success- Donald House, can contact Jason gural Anytime Fitness 5K race. The their daughter was fighting can- were so supportive. We knew that ful, if not more successful! Anyone Blough at Anytime Fitness Thur- day began with foreboding weath- cer, and during that time they met we wanted to find a way to give interested in participating this year, mont, 301-895-0915. er, but as soon as the runners were many of these struggling families. back in any way that we could.” ready to take off, the skies cleared “The Ronald McDonald House Anytime Fitness was able to raise up. 110 runners attended last year’s provides families with the com- $1,600 during last year’s 5K. Those 5K, and all went smoothly, minus fort and peace of mind and allows funds were able to cover the cost of one small mishap with a malfunc- them to unburden themselves with over 100 nights for families fight- tioning air horn, said Anytime Fit- some stress while allowing them ing children’s cancer. ness owner, George Puvel. “We got to focus on the care of the child,” This year the event will be held the crowd all hyped up and ready said George Puvel. It was he, and at the certified 5K course at Eyler to go, pressed the button on the air his families’ intent to do something Park. Once again, Steeplechasers horn, but instead of a grand alarm to continue supporting this chari- Running Club will be managing the as expected, the horn simply fizzed.” ty, further helping other families re- race, which will take place on April The crowd couldn’t help but laugh ceive the comfort that they, them- 28 at 9 a.m. Last year, Puvel noted though, and the rest of the event selves, received. the generosity of the sponsors and continued on smoothly. “When we were going through participants who made the event Puvel noted that the air horn mis- the fight for cancer, we were so possible. Everyone involved at Any- hap was laughable and in a sense meaningful to him, because it re- minded him of the type of prank his late daughter, Samantha would have played. In 2011 the Puvel fam- ily lost their nine-year-old daugh- ter to the fight against cancer. The journey that the Puvel family went through during the nine-year bat- tle inspired them to host an event to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Greater Washington. 44 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 ASTRONOMY

When Sirius is highest, along our southern horizon look for The night sky of March the second brightest star, Cano- pus, getting just above the hori- Professor Wayne Wooten eastern elongation about 18 de- zon and sparkling like an exqui- grees from sun on March 15th. site diamond as the turbulent or March, the moon is full After that Mercury retrogrades winter air twists and turns this Fon March 1st; this is the grass back toward the sun, passing Ve- shaft of starlight, after a trip of moon traditionally. The waning nus again on March 18th, as the about 200 years! gibbous moon passes four degrees crescent moon joins them. While To the northeast, look for the north of Jupiter on March 7th, Venus climbs higher in western bowl of the Big Dipper rising, with both rising about 11 p.m.. twilight as March ends, Mercury with the top two stars, the point- The last quarter moon passes four becomes lost in the Sun’s glare as ers, giving you a line to find Po- degrees north of Mars on March its passes between us and the Sun laris, the Pole Star. Here it sits 9th, both rising just after mid- in last week of March. unmoving 30 degrees high in on night. The waning crescent moon Mars is in the morning sky in our northern sky locally. If you passes two degrees north of Saturn Sagittarius, and being overtak- take the pointers of the Big Dip- in the dawn sky on March 10th. en by the faster moving earth. It per’s bowl to the south, you are The “Leo Trio” of galaxies. Galaxy M-65 is at the top right, M-66 at the guided instead to the head of Remember to spring forward be- brightens notably as we get clos- lower right, and almost edge on is NGC 6538 at the left. fore you go to bed; daylight sav- er, from +.8 to +.3 magnitude this Leo the Lion rising in the east, ings time begins on March 1th. month. When we do overtake it in ble Cluster, faintly visible with the it is directly above us as darkness looking much like the profile of New moon is on Saint Patrick’s August, it will be the closest and naked eye and two fine binocu- falls in early March. UWF alum- the famed Sphinx. The bright Day, March 17th. The young cres- brightest it has appeared since Au- lar objects in the same field. Per- ni can associate the pair with Ja- star at the Lion’s heart is Regu- cent moon lies south of bright Ve- gust 2003. It is also closing in on seus contains the famed eclipsing son and the Golden Fleece legend, lus, the “regal star”. The folk wis- nus and fainter Mercury in eve- fainter Saturn, with Mars only binary star Algol, where the Ar- for they were the first two Argo- dom that “March comes in like a ning twilight on March 18th; look three degrees west of the ringed abs imagined the eye of the gor- nauts to sign up on his crew of ad- Lion” probably refers to the head for them in SW about 40 minutes planet at month’s end. Jupiter is gon Medusa would lie. It fades to venturers. of Leo rising just after sunset in after sunset. The Vernal Equinox in Libra, and rises earlier each eve- a third its normal brightness for South of Gemini, Orion is the early March. Below the hindquar- occurs at 11:15 p.m.. CDT on ning, about three hours after sun- six out of every 70 hours, as a larg- most familiar winter constella- ters of the lion is the “Leo Trio” March 20th to begin spring of- set by the month’s end. A good er but cooler orange giant covers tion, dominating the southern of galaxies. Galaxy M-65 is at the ficially. The first quarter moon pair of binoculars will show the about 80% of the smaller but hot- sky at dusk. The reddish supergi- top right, M-66 at the lower right, is on March 24th, and the blue four large moons of Jupiter, in a ter and thus brighter companion ant Betelguese marks his eastern and almost edge on is NGC 6538 moon, the second full moon for row around Jupiter’s equator. All as seen from Earth. At Perseus’ shoulder, while blue-white super- at the left. this month, is the Paschal Moon three superior planets will be com- feet for the famed Pleiades cluster; giant Rigel stands opposite on If you follow the handle of on March 31st. ing to opposition this summer, for they lie about 400 light years dis- his west knee. Just south of the the Big Dipper to the south, by Mercury and Venus play tag some great telescopic viewing at tant, and over 250 stars are mem- belt, hanging like a sword down- 9 PM you will be able to “arc to low in the SW after sunset as our gazes at the Pensacola Beach bers of this fine group. ward, is M-42, the Great Nebula Arcturus”, the brightest star of March begins. Use binoculars Pavilion, Fort Pickens, and Big East of the seven sisters is the V of Orion, an outstanding binoc- Spring and distinctly orange in to catch the close conjunction Lagoon State Park. of stars marking the face of Tau- ular and telescopic stellar nurs- color. It color is an indication of as Mercury overtakes Venus on The constellation Cassiopeia rus the Bull, with bright orange ery. The bright diamond of four its uniqueness. It large speed and March 3-4, with Mercury about makes a striking W in the NW. Aldebaran as his eye. The V of stars that light it up are the tra- direction through the Milky Way a degree north of bright Venus; South of Cassiopeia is Androm- stars is the Hyades cluster, older pezium cluster, one of the finest suggests it was not formed with look about 30 minutes after sun- eda’s hero, Perseus. Between him than the blue Pleiades, but about sights in a telescope and among our Galaxy, but is a recent cap- set. Mercury reaches greatest and Cassiopeia is the fine Dou- half their distance. Yellow Capel- the youngest known stars. ture from the Sagittarius Dwarf la, a giant star the same tempera- In the east are the hunter’s Galaxy, a smaller satellite gal- ture and color as our much small- two faithful companions, Ca- axy now being assimilated by our er Sun, dominates the overhead nis major and minor. Procyon is huge spiral galaxy. Many of its sky in the northwest. It is part the bright star in the little dog, lost stars, like Arcturus, follow of the pentagon on stars making and rises minutes before Sirius, a band across the sky at about a up Auriga, the Charioteer (think the brightest star in the sky. Siri- 70 degree angle to our galactic Ben Hur). Several nice binocular us dominates the SE sky as dark- plane. Arcturus is at the tail of Messier open clusters are found ness falls. At 8 light years dis- kite shaped Bootes, the celestial in the winter milky way here. tance, Sirius is the closest star we bear driver chasing the two bears East of Auriga, the twins, Castor can easily see with the naked eye from his flocks. Spike south then and Pollux highlight the Gemini; from West Florida. to Spica in Virgo.

start to turn it with a fork as best you can. March is prime time for feed- Farmers’ Almanac ing shrubs and perennials that bloom “Daffodils, that come before the swal- as WORM MOON because, due to in the Summer months. Also, begin low dares, and take the winds of the warmer temperatures softening pruning early-flowering shrubs, ros- March with beauty” the frozen soil, earthworms begin to es, fruit trees, grapes, and raspberries. –William Shakespeare appear in abundance. Start an all-purpose spray regimen. Be (1564-1616) sure to feed well and use supplementa- Special Notes: Daylight Savings be- ry nitrogen in early Spring, in addition Mid-Atlantic Weather Watch: gins on Sunday, March 11th at 2 to yearly feeding. Cloudy, cold (1) with light snow in a.m.. Don’t forget to ‘spring’ ahead Spray fruit trees with a dormant oil northern part of the region, rain in and set all of your clocks and watch- when temperatures exceed 40 degrees the south (2, 3). Fair and cold (4, 5, es ahead one hour. The Vernal Equi- and before they leaf out. Try and plant 6) with chance of Nor’easter bringing nox will occur on Tuesday, March your peas on St. Patrick’s Day. For best heavy snow (7, 8, 9). Fair and cold 20th and signals the arrival of Spring selection, buy summer bulbs like glad- once again (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16) (at long last!). Take advantage of the iola, cannas, irises, dahlias and lilies. with more snow in the north, rain in high winds during March and “go fly Wait until mid to late April to plant. the south (17, 18, 19). Light snow to a kite” with a child. Nothing is as ex- House plants will react to longer days continue in the north (20, 21, 22, 23, hilarating except maybe flying itself! and brighter light at this time by put- 24) turning fair and cool (25, 26, 27, ting out new growth. The end of this 28, 29) with the month ending with The Garden: Get started early if the month is a good time to pinch them showers (30, 31). weather allows. If you did not do so back to generate new growth and to in February, apply a pre-emergent her- thicken them. Full Moon: March’s Full Moon will bicide (that prevents crabgrass) to es- occur on March 1st. It came to be tablished lawns before March 15th. If J. Gruber’s Thought known as Sap Moon to many Na- you plan to seed fescue lawns, do not For Today’s Living tive Americans because it was during apply a pre-emergent. It will prevent this time of year, sap begins to rise the grass seed from germinating. “It’s a wise many who knows his limitations and run. It has also been referred to As soon as your compost pile thaws, but who makes the most of his abilities”. MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 45 COMPUTER Q&A Don’t lose the data on your PC Ayse Stenabaugh gain. Many of the devices that we is why backing up any important Jester’s Computer have upgraded with a solid state data is critical. Proper upkeep of hard drive boot up to the machines your device can help minimize sys- magine that you turn your com- desktop in an average of 30 seconds tem effort which can help prevent Iputer on one day to a black or less. The prices for Solid State the machine from overworking it- screen with white letters that read hard drives have come down over self ultimately helping the physical “no boot device found”. You re- the past few years but you should hardware to last longer. start the computer only to receive expect to pay more then you would At Jester’s Computer Services we the same message. A trip to your for a standard hard drive with more recommend having maintenance local repair shop reveals that your storage space. done yearly on PC’s, and during hard drive has had a catastroph- Performing yearly maintenance the months of March and Septem- ic failure. You had no backups. All on your device can be crucial to ber, you can save $20 off clean-ups. of the photos of your family and identifying when a hard drive is No appointment is necessary and friends. All documents and emails showing signs of wear which could most services can be completed that were saved to your comput- lead to data corruption or drive fail- within 24 business hours. Visit us er are gone. You don’t remember if ure. Even drives that show no signs on the web at www.jesterscomput- you have any of the discs or licens- of damage can fail at anytime which ers.com or call us at 717-642-6611 es to the software you use on the computer. Unfortunately, this is the real- ity that those who don’t backup their data face. Standard SATA hard drives, which are found in most computers, have a mechan- ical arm (much like a record play- er needle). This arm moves back and forth across platters (like re- cords) reading your data. This arm can wear out over time or can be damaged from movement while the device is turned on. The fail- ure rate for standard hard drives is higher during the first year of use and increases again after 4 or more years of use. Those who use their devices daily are more likely to ex- perience failure. The hard drive manufacturer makes a difference too, some brands are more reliable than others. Protecting your data involves more than just storing an extra copy of your data. If your comput- er were to be attacked with a vi- rus your data could become infect- ed and encrypted, preventing you from being able to access the data. 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Sol- id state hard drives are becoming the new standard drive because they don’t have any moving parts. This means that the device is less likely to experience failure. The best part about upgrading to a sol- id state drive is the performance 46 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | MARCH 2018 UPCOMING EVENTS

March 2, 9, 16, 23 Church, 8231-A Rocky Ridge Rd., Also learn what to plant and when. at Gettysburg. Join us for a live- March 24 St. Francis Xavier Parish 7th annu- Thurmont. Open to all. Some early spring planning and ly evening in support of Catholic Coblentz Family benefit breakfast al Lenten Fish Fry Dinners. Dine planting is required to grow many fa- education! Cocktail hour, danc- - The Trinity United Church of In or Take Out. Children under 5 March 7 vorite vegetables—from potatoes to ing, games, scrumptious dinner, Christ will be partnering with the eat free. For more information call Mother Seton School S.T.E.M. broccoli, onions to peas. We will also and live and silent auctions. For Thurmont Lions Club to spon- 717-334-4048 or visit www.stfx- Fair. Come see what our emerging discuss the benefits of row covers and more information email sbw79@ sor a benefit breakfast for the Ter- cc.org. Xavier Center, 465 Table scientists and aspiring engineers mulching. For more information call comcast.net. ry A. Coblentz Family to help de- Rock Road, Gettysburg. have to present during the annu- 301-600-1595. Doors open 30 min- fray the cost of funeral expenses al Mother Seton School S.T.E.M. utes prior to start times. March 22 for his daughters Courtney Co- March 3 Fair. We invite you to stop by and In celebration of Women’s Histo- blentz who died January 3 and Mount Hope Maple Madness. Sug- take a peek at the various projects. March 17 ry Month, the Frederick Coun- Kristy Coblentz-Hernandez who aring, the art of making maple syr- You’re bound to learn something Taneytown Lions semi-annual ty Commission for Women will died on January 28. The bene- up, has been practiced for thousands new—about our talented students, Pancake Breakfast! You can also hold its 14th annual Leadership fit breakfast will be held at Trinity of years. People of all ages are invit- as well as about science! The public mix and match other breakfast Alliance Dinner at the Ceresville United Church of Christ, 101 East ed to see this tradition brought to is invited to visit and see the proj- items including pancakes hot off Mansion in Frederick. Each year Main Street in Thurmont. Break- life by Strawberry Hill Nature Pre- ects that will be on display. For the griddle, A & W sausage pat- the Leadership Alliance Dinner fast will include Pancakes, Sausage, serve naturalists. You will learn how more information visit www.moth- ties, sausage gravy, hominy, pud- recognizes the Woman of Excel- Puddin, Hominy, Scrambled Eggs, trees are tapped, view sap-collect- ersetonschool.org. din’, fried potatoes, fruit cup, O.J., lence, Student Leadership Recip- Chipped Beef Gravy, Biscuits, ing methods past and present and coffee & hot tea. Taneytown Fire ient, SheLEADS, and the Com- Juice and Coffee. Come out and see the boiling process that produc- March 10 & 11, 17 & 18 Co. Building – Memorial Ave. mission’s outstanding Volunteer support this local family in their es delicious maple syrup. Pancake Maple Syrup Festival at Cunning- Proceeds benefits local communi- (Our Unsung Hero). The Fred- time of need. Breakfast and Local Art & Craft ham Falls State Park. Delicious ty including Little League Base- erick County Commission for Vendors, Maple Sugaring Tours will food will be served including pan- ball, Recreation Council Programs, Women (FCCFW) is a non-par- University of Maryland Extension also be taking place. cakes, sausage, sausage sandwiches Sight Assistance, Pre-School Vision tisan organization tasked with Frederick County Master Garden- and other items for an additional Screening, etc. advising Frederick County gov- ers present the following free sem- University of Maryland Extension fee. Maple syrup products will be ernment on issues affecting wom- inar for the general public, be- Frederick County Master Garden- sold including maple syrup, ma- 10th annual Mountaintop Com- en and families. For more infor- ginning and advanced gardeners ers present the following free sem- ple cream and maple candy. A ma- munity Spring Event, at the Blue mation on sponsorships or tickets alike: “Help the Chesapeake! 8 inar for the general public, begin- ple syrup making demonstration Ridge Mt. Vol. Fire and Rescue to the event, please call 240-478- Easy Steps to a Bay-Wise Certified ning and advanced gardeners alike: will start every hour. Kids can en- Company fire hall, 13676 Monte- 9119 or email kgreen@frederick- Landscape.” Learn how to encour- “Creating a Pollinator Friendly Gar- joy free games, stories and crafts rey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit. As al- countymd.gov or cfw@frederick- age wildlife; control storm water den.” Learn the 4 steps to attract in a large, heated tent. Live mu- ways, the event is free and open to countymd.gov. runoff; mow & water efficient- pollinators to your garden. Find out sic will be provided by local bands. the public. This is the 10th year for ly; mulch appropriately & recycle how to build a pollinator-friendly Pets are welcome in the William this fundraiser to benefit the Aman- March 23 & 24 yard waste; fertilize, plant & man- habitat, including plants that attract Houck area except in the dining/ da Bowders Community Memorial Children’s Nearly New Sale. Buy age yard pests wisely; and protect pollinators year round. food service areas and on beaches. Garden. Have an item from the at- and sell quality, gently used, sea- the waterfront. Register by call- Pets must be leashed at all times. A tic - have it appraised at our Collect- sonal children’s clothing shoes ing Lisa Strong at 301-600-1595. March 4 donation is requested in lieu of the ibles Road Show from 9 - noon and (bagged in pairs), baby equip- Doors open 30 minutes prior to Music, Gettysburg presents Sol- park entry fee. All money collect- visit with artisans, historians, craft- ment, furnishings, toys and start times. emn Lenten Vespers for Lent. Con- ed goes to the Friends of Cunning- ers and authors - book signings by more! For a 45% commission, templative music for a contempla- ham Falls State Park and Gambrill Allison B. Hanson, and James Rada. plus a small handling fee, the March 31 tive season, in a service of Evening State Park. For more information There will be a special bake sale ta- YWCA Nearly New Sale draws 1st Annual Easter Egg Roll & Prayer led by the Schola Cantorum call 301-271-7575. ble to benefit the family of a cancer huge crowds of shoppers, sells Hunt at the Lodges oat Gettys- of Gettysburg. Music, Gettysburg victim, so bring your sweet tooth your items for you, and the pro- burg. No cost to attend the event. is a free 20-concert series featuring March 10 along as well. Be sure to bring the ceeds benefit the entire commu- Please pre-register so we know international and local musical art- University of Maryland Extension kids and don’t miss the magic show nity through YWCA programs how many to expect. Easter Egg ists supported by both the United Frederick County Master Garden- and balloon characters of Jim Greer and services. For more informa- decorating (The Lodges will sup- Lutheran Seminary and the wider ers present the following free sem- at noon. Listen to entertainment tion, call 717-334-9171. ply all materials). Children will Gettysburg community. For more inar for the general public, begin- by Rich Fehle during the morning information about this and other ning and advanced gardeners alike: hours and enjoy good food from concerts in the Music, Gettysburg “Small Space Gardening & Early the fire company kitchen. For more schedule, please call 717-339-1334 Spring Planting.” What techniques information call 717-642-5645 or or visit www.musicgettysburg.org. work best in small or limited spac- email [email protected]. es? Find out how to build and plant We hope to see you there!! March 5 square-foot, vertical, and raised- Served with Grace Free Commu- bed gardens. Get tips and tech- Mother Seton School HSA nity Meal at Graceham Moravian niques for succession gardening. Shamrockin’. Held at The Links MARCH 2018 | EMMITSBURG NEWS-JOURNAL | 47 UPCOMING EVENTS compete and roll their egg with a minutes. Bring your own basket tion or to register, call 717-642- March 24 - Ladies’ Spring Tea – March 31 - Hop Along the Bun- spoon in designated lanes to win a for an Easter egg hunt on proper- 2500 or email info@thelodgesat- Noon Seating. Cost is $30 per per- ny Trail, Easter Egg Hunt – De- special prize. Roll times to be de- ty. Photo opportunities with the gettysburg.com. son and registration is required. tails TBD; Call 717-677-8412 termined, but likely every 15-30 Easter Bunny. For more informa- Ages 13 and up. for information. Hollabaugh Upcoming events March 10 - Adult Cooking Class: Emmitsburg Community Chorus Soup’s On! – 10 to 11:30 a.m. 51st spring season Cost is $30.00 and registration is required. ach spring the chorus chorus’ rendition of The Pink Pan- Elooks forward to singing ther. You Made Me Love You from March 10 - Paint-Along-Event – at the National Shrine Grot- the musical Irene and The Joint Is “Somebunny Love” – Me & Mini to of Lourdes for the Emmits- Jumpin’ from the musical Ain’t Me Paint-Along Event - 1 to 3 burg Community Easter Sun- Misbehavin’ are on the program. p.m. Cost is $25.00 which in- rise Service April 1st at 6:30 a.m. A ladies quintet will sing Charles cludes all supplies and light refresh- which is sponsored by the Em- Trenet’s French classic I Wish You ments. Tickets must be purchased mitsburg Council of Churches. Love and solo’s during the concert online at: paint-along-with-Deb. Easter selections the chorus will include Ella Fitzgerald’s A Tisket – eventbrite.com. sing include Mercy Tree, The A Tasket, Frank Sinatra’s Come Fly Easter Gift, and more. With Me, and Irving Berlin’s Blue Remainder concerts on the cho- Skies. rus spring schedule will feature a The 25 – 30 member chorus, is medley of songs by George Ger- a non-auditioned chorus of people shwin. Gershwin’s style is known who love to sing and share music for blending vastly different mu- with the public. The chorus con- sical styles in revolutionary ways. tinues under the direction of Peggy Gershwin’s rigorous classical back- Flickinger and pianist Lisa Mattia. ground study was blended with The spring concert schedule in- his jazz influence creating a style in cludes a final concert May 6 at Ap- his day unlike others. He had nu- ples United Church of Christ lo- merous songs which became stan- cated at 7908 Apples Church dards, still sung today by such art- Road in Thurmont, where a free ists as Norah Jones and Michael will offering will be collected go- Buble’. Gershwin’s Concert Pan- ing toward the operating expenses orama is sure to remind us of the of the chorus, which is a 501-C (3) wonderful songs by George Ger- non-profit organization. shwin. We will also be performing Other titles performed in the April 24 at St. Joseph Ministries concert include, Swingin’ the and May 1 at Gettysburg Luther- Night Away, Nightingale by Jay an Home. All concerts are free and Althouse who also arranged the open to the public. Two Mount Students Chosen as Fulbright Semi-Finalists

Two students from Mount St. Mary’s University—Saribel Morales-Rivera, C’18, and Alexandra (Alex) Johnson, C’18—have been recommended as Fulbright semi- finalists. As a result, Morales-Rivera and Johnson are one step away from attaining the prestigious grant, which would allow them to continue their academic pursuits Worship Opportunities in Spain and Greece, respectively. at the National Shrine Grotto Morales-Rivera and Johnson both applied for English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Programs through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. The Fulbright U.S. Student of Our Lady of Lourdes Program is designed to provide research, study and teaching opportunities through Mass grants in more than 140 countries to recent graduates and graduate students. Saturday and Sunday, noon. The ETA programs enable award winners to join local English teachers in their Spanish Mass, Sunday, 2 p.m. respective countries to provide assistance through teaching the English language as well as communicating and representing American culture. Reconciliation Saturday and Sunday, noon. “Attainment of semi-finalist status speaks to the quality of our students and their ability to compete on the national stage,” said Jamie A. Gianoutsos, Ph.D., competitive Special Events fellowships director and assistant professor of history at Mount St. Mary’s. March 3 First Saturday Devotions March 4 Chaplet of Divine Mercy Gianoutsos noted that four Mount St. Mary’s students have been awarded Fulbright March 10 Our Lady of Lourdes Rosary Crusade ETA grants since 2015. Alyse Sphiehler, C’17, is currently teaching English on her Daily Hours Fulbright fellowship in Altacomulco, Mexico. Two other graduates were awarded ETA grants to Kazakhstan and Argentina but declined them to pursue other studies. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily (gates close at 5 p.m.). Brigid Flay, C’17, is pursuing a master’s degree at the Middlebury Institute for Visit nsgrotto.org for more information about the Grotto. International Studies, where she is studying international trade and economic diplomacy, and Samantha Solis, C’16, is earning a doctorate in English at UCLA, with a focus on contemporary American literature and Latin literature. John-Paul University Events Heil, C’15, a finalist for the Fulbright ETA to Italy in 2015, declined the award to Frederick Symphony Orchestra pursue his doctorate in history at the University of Chicago. Young Artist Competition March 4, 1 p.m. According to Fulbright, applicants who reach this stage will be notified if they Horning Theater, Delaplaine Fine Arts Center have been selected, designated as an alternate or not selected between early Hear performances from seven amazing young musicians! March and late May, with dates to vary by country. Spring Swing March 10, 7 p.m. Easter Season Services at the National Shrine Cardinal Keeler Dining Room Show off your dancing skills or learn some new ones Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes at this evening of live jazz and swing music! Lessons provided, newcomers encouraged, refreshments and Palm Sunday, March 25 Easter Sunday, April 1 admission are free! 10:45 a.m. Adoration 6:30 a.m. Sunrise 10:45 a.m. Reconciliation Ecumenical Service Simon Gabriel Bruté Student Art Exhibition Noon Mass 8 a.m. Mass March 22 10:45 a.m. Adoration Williams Art Gallery, Delaplaine Fine Arts Center Good Friday, March 30 10:45 a.m. Reconciliation This juried event features works by Mount students, 10:45 a.m. Adoration Noon Mass and encompasses all mediums including painting, 10:45 a.m. Reconciliation At the Grotto Cave works on paper, mixed media/sculpture and book art. Noon Stations of the Cross At Corpus Christi Lane Give the Gift of Prayer in LIGHT: Songs to Stop Stigma 1 p.m. Homily of the Last the name of our Risen Lord! March 22-24, 8 p.m. Seven Words Enroll your loved one in a Mass at Horning Theater, Delaplaine Fine Arts Center 3 p.m. Liturgy of Good Friday www.NSGrotto.org/events.html Directed by Nicole Heilos, C’18, this musical revue examines issues of mental distress and dysfunction in the modern world. You’ll hear a variety of songs from newer Broadway hits like Next to Normal and Dear Evan It’s NEC Tournament Time! Hansen, as well as classics from shows like Company and Promises, Promises. Free Admission. Follow the tournament Recital by Music Majors in the Class of 2019 either at the games, March 26, 7:30 p.m. at home or online Horning Theater, Delaplaine Fine Arts Center at NECFrontRow.com Please join us for an evening of music from music majors: Shea Rowell (trumpet), Tahreem Fayiz (flute, percussion), Bryan Dorbert (percussion) and Jasmine Patrick www.msmary.edu (soprano). Free admission.