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FOCUS Weekly Poll* Focus launches 24/7 Do you support By Focus Staff or oppose the overwhelmed with requests extension of Could you use some for additional, quality local James White ‘good’ news? We thought news. We answered that so. request with 24/7, your Parkway from With that in mind, source for breaking local Moody Ave, where The Focus is pleased to news. it currently ends, announce the launch of 24/7 is a blog compo- The Focus is committed edition- which hits news- you through www.knoxfo- to John Sevier 24/7, our latest contribu- nent of KnoxFocus.com. to variety, so in addition stands every Monday. cus.com and KnoxFocus Highway? tion to the Knoxville media Through 24/7, Focus read- to daily news briefs, mem- We would like to person- 24/7. market. With the addition ers will now be able to enjoy bers of our diverse staff ally thank you for allow- To visit 24/7 click on the of Farragut to our cover- community focused, local will offer personal perspec- ing us to be your preferred logo (pictured above) on the SUPPORT 69.29% age area, on top of the news 24 hours per day, 7 tive, political commentary, source for local news over top right of our homepage. OPPPOSE 30.71% entirety of Knox County days per week instead of and investigative reporting the last 10 years and look and Seymour, we were having to wait for a week. not found in our printed forward to further serving Survey conducted December 11, 2012. * Focus Weekly Polls are conducted by an independent, professional polling company. Support still strong for Tennessee 4-H teams with Operation Christmas Child James White Parkway Extension for 2012, 2013 By Focus Staff Kids love helping other project. However, those who sup- “Do you support or oppose the support the extension. kids. That’s a given at all After almost a month of oppo- port the project have become extension of James White Park- Safety is the predominant con- times of year, but especial- nents coming from seemingly increasingly vocal following way from Moody Avenue, where cern of those in favor the pro- ly at Christmas. That’s cer- every direction possible, support TDOT’s recent public hearing in it currently ends, to John Sevier posed extension. While the elect- tainly the case with Ten- for the proposed James White South Knoxville. Highway?” The week after the ed officials who oppose the proj- nessee 4-H’ers this holiday Parkway Extension remains Despite overwhelming opposi- TDOT public meeting, the polling ect have all expressed an ada- season – and that will carry strong. To date Knox County tion to the project from various company re-ran the same poll. mant desire to see safety improve- over into 2013. Mayor Tim Burchett, City of Knox- political leaders and civic organi- The December 11 poll indicat- ments made to Chapman High- Tennessee 4-H is ville Mayor Madeline Rogero, Vice zations, two Focus polls indicate ed that 69.29% of 9th District way, many South Knox residents announcing a partnership Mayor Nick Pavlis, the Urban Wil- support for the project remains voters support the project. While want to know where, how, and with Operation Christmas derness Arts & Trade District, strong among area residents. a decrease from the November when they expect to see these Child, an international Ijams Nature Center, the Appa- Focus Publisher Steve Hunley poll results, which indicated that improvements made. organization that collects lachian Mountain Bike Club, the hired a professional polling com- 83.63% supported the exten- South Knox resident David toys as well as toiletries Knoxville News Sentinel, Legacy pany to query 9th District reg- sion, the most recent poll dem- Howard, who resides on Moody for needy children around Parks, and a host of others, have istered voters on the issue on onstrates that an overwhelming the world. The items are all expressed opposition to the November 15 with the question majority of 9th district voters still Continue on page 2 packed in shoe boxes and distributed during the holi- day season and throughout the year. Operation Christ- Brad Walker Orchestra: A Christmas Spectacular mas Child has distribut- ed more than 100 million boxes since 1993. Tennessee 4-H’ers in several counties have been collecting shoe boxes for this season, but are also making plans for an even bolder goal for 2013. Youth around Tennessee will col- lect a separate item each month, and then bring all those items together for huge “packing parties” next fall. 4-H’ers will collect toothbrushes and tooth- paste, soaps, other toilet- ries, candy and small toys. If you send a box through Operation Christmas Child, you can follow its route online, and see what child receives the gift and where they live. “4-H’ers pledge their Photo by Dan Andrews. heads, hearts, hands and The Brad Walker Orchestra and Valerie Duke were well received at a show at The Orangery last Thursday. health to their clubs, com- munities, and their coun- By Tasha Mahurin try, but also to our world. [email protected] the style of Glenn Miller, musicians who have and many more. Spectacular and provided The ‘world’ part is what we but plays tunes of all played with bands and art- Depending on the event the perfect backdrop for focus on here. We are really The melodic sound of the major big band lead- ists such as Glenn Miller, the Brad Walker Orchestra the vocal styling of Valer- taking that to heart,” says the Brad Walker Orches- ers, such as Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny may suggest a solo piano, ie Duke. Justin Crowe with Tennes- tra and Valerie Duke fil- Tommy Dorsey, Les Elgart, Goodman, Harry James, a trio, a small combo, or Now the house band at see 4-H and University of tered through The Orange- Benny Goodman, and Les Elgart, Ray Charles, N. the full orchestra. A five Cherokee Country Club, Tennessee Extension. “This ry last week. A Knoxville Harry James. Riddle, Frank Sinatra, Law- member combo took the Walker commented on the partnership with Operation favorite, The Brad Walker The Orchestra con- rence Welk, Con Hunley, stage for a packed house at rising popularity of swing Christmas Child allows our Orchestra plays mostly in sists of 15 professional Ray Price, Jim Ed Brown, the Orangery’s Christmas Continued on page 2 Continued on page 2

We fix, buy, and sell old or antique clocks! PAGE A2 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012 Support still strong for FOCUS Christmas wishes for the coming year James White Parkway Extension Weekly Poll Cont. from page 1 Howard went on to write: in South Knoxville. Smeltzer for over 30 years an advo- Do you support or oppose the “Mayor Rogero, who I argues that the business- cate for the completion of Ave., spoke to the Knox- voted for during her elec- es might, in fact, notice JWP,” South Knoxville resi- extension of James White Parkway ville City Council at a recent tion, voiced her opposition an increase in revenue if dent Sylvia Woods told The from Moody Avenue, where it meeting and in an emailed to the project without the the parkway were extend- Focus, adding that she has statement in which he euphoric man on the moon ed and traffic subsequent- been involved in the proj- currently ends, to John Sevier expresses his disgust at rhetoric, but again, no plan, ly lessened on Chapman ect since before the 1982 Highway? the actions of Mayor Rogero no solution.” Hwy. World’s Fair. and Vice Mayor Pavlis. South Knoxville resident “People would probably For additional project Support 69.29% “Vice Mayor Pavlis gave a and business owner Bobby shop in South Knoxville information, one can visit rousing speech to the faith- Smeltzer, 55, also supports more often if they didn’t the TDOT website at www. ful, even pointing out that the proposed extension. feel as though they were tdot.state.tn.us/sr71/ or Oppose 30.71% we can put a man on the “I’m not against parks, taking their lives into their contact Mr. Dwight Arm- moon so we should be able but I wish our leaders were hands every time they went strong, TDOT Project to fix Chapman Highway,” as passionate about our to turn off of the road,” he Management Division, at By Age Support Object Total said Howard, regarding the safety as they are about the added. [email protected] 18-29 75.00% 25.00% 4 Vice Mayor’s speech during Urban Wilderness,” Smelt- Additionally, one long- or (865)594-2409. 30-49 58.62% 41.38% 58 the TDOT meeting. “This zer told The Focus. time South Knox resident TDOT is expected to make was a great style without Those against the exten- is particularly passion- a decision on the matter 50-65 70.66% 29.34% 167 substance sound bite, but sion have also expressed ate about the proposed early next year. The Focus 65+ 70.61% 29.39% 279 there was no plan offered concern that an extended extension citing over three will continue to follow the Total 69.29% (352) 30.71% (156) 508 to solve the deadly prob- parkway would dramatical- decades of commitment to story as it develops. lems our citizens face daily ly affect the already strug- the project. By Precinct on Chapman Highway.” gling business community “I am and have been 25 64.29% 35.71% 56 26 62.71% 37.29% 59 Brad Walker Tennessee 4-H teams with Operation Christmas Child 27 72.34% 27.66% 47 Orchestra: 29 66.67% 33.33% 48 Cont. from page 1 A Christmas to working with our club 89 65.69% 34.31% 102 4-H members to help other members, and also mem- 90 79.00% 21.00% 100 Spectacular children in a meaningful bers of the faculty and 92 84.85% 15.15% 33 Cont. from page 1 service project, and con- staff here on the agri- tribute to a global experi- cultural campus. We see 93 61.90% 38.10% 63 and big-band music. ence,” Crowe says. this as a great opportuni- Total 69.29% (352) 30.71% (156) 508 “It’s music that has stood 4-H’ers who are stu- ty to give to others in the the test of time,” Walker dents at UT’s College of world, and make a positive By Gender told The Focus. “It’s music Agricultural Sciences and impact,” Swart says. Unknown 62.50% 37.50% 16 that you can fall in love with Natural Resources will be Crowe says several Riley Wheeler in his and get lost in.” collecting items for Opera- Tennessee 4-H clubs are United States Army Female 65.77% 34.23% 222 Walker, who has been tion Christmas Child. “Our already working to pro- uniform. Photo provided Male 72.59% 27.41% 270 a professional musician Collegiate 4-H club is very vide items for Operation by Riley Wheeler. Total 69.29% (352) 30.71% (156) 508 since the age of 16, leads eager to begin with this Christmas Child, includ- the orchestra with the life-changing project,” says ing groups in Hardeman, Crowe adds there’s an Survey conducted December 11, 2012 trombone, along with trom- Shelby Summarell, an agri- Jefferson and Robertson environmental angle to the bonists Jeff Jennings and cultural education major counties. 4-H’ers were collection effort as well. Gordon Massengill. Kenny from Warren County. “The also recently involved in Rather than putting items Jackson, David Laughn, whole process will be such a “packing party” for the in cardboard shoeboxes, Doug Rinaldo, Jack Furnari, a meaningful experience charity in Brentwood this 4-H’ers will be encouraged and John Snyder serve as for each member. There is holiday season at the Ten- to provide plastic boxes the orchestra’s saxophon- so much joy and fulfillment nessee Baptist Children’s that can also be used to ists and all double as clar- in knowing you are helping Home. store grains and foods inetists. Tom Fox, Mike someone less fortunate in In addition, Crowe will and to collect rainwater. Expires Thomas, and Craig Valen- such a positive way,” Sum- make a trip to Lima, Peru, 4-H is the Youth Devel- 12-21-12 tine provide the trumpet- marell says. in February 2013 with opment program for Uni- ing, while Ed Niedens tick- James Swart, a biosys- Operation Christmas Child versity of Tennessee les the keys, Jack Cate tems engineering major leaders, to deliver boxes Extension. 4-H teaches plays the bass, and Warran from Monroe County, there and see firsthand leadership, citizenship Hanharran sets the beat on serves along with Sum- how the charity is able to and service learning to drums. marell in the State 4-H help people. “I’m excit- more than 306,000 youth “I’ve always been in love office as a student assis- ed to see this program in in the fourth through the with this music. It takes you tant. “Collegiate 4-H is action,” he says. “When I twelfth grades. 4-H also back to a different time, a very excited about our get back, I plan to share has more than 5,700 adult different place, and a dif- partnership with Opera- my story around the state volunteers. UT Extension ferent era,” Walker told The tion Christmas Child over to get other people as is one of four units in the Focus. the coming year,” he says. excited as I am about this UT Institute of Agricul- “We are looking forward project.” ture.

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Questions loom about holder virtually my entire cise in frustration. Even ble snow event that affect- my final Christmas wish for whether to extend the Bush life, I have attended one the few instances of “sig- ed Knoxville and surround- 2012, I must once again tax cuts or let them expire. University of Tennessee nificant” snowfall we have ing areas came on January emphasize that I did not A battle is even now ongo- football game in the past experienced have been 31st and February 1st of vote for President Obama. ing as to whether the rich three years. And it isn’t largely disappointing com- 1996. Not only did the area I strongly disagree with his should pay more. The 2% By Richie Beeler because I’m a fair weather pared to what could have receive between 6 and 10 philosophy of how the Amer- cut in the FICA payroll tax, fan. I did not start scram- been. There was a big inches of the white stuff, ican government should now in its third year, is once I don’t ask for much. bling to get my tickets back snow in 2010, but it affect- but temperatures also work, as well as many of his again up for extension or Long gone are those days when rumors were flying ed areas primarily south plummeted to near zero policies. I think his health expiration. Tax deductions of Christmas past when about Jon Gruden coming of Knoxville. The follow- for several nights, putting care plan passed in 2010 that have for decades been I hoped to find a bike or to UT. The truth is, I simply ing year produced several the region in a true winter is a colossal disaster that the financial safety net for some race cars or a new have other priorities in my snow events, but none of deep freeze. The snow hit has the potential to send millions of middle class set of Lincoln logs under life now that have relegat- great consequence. And on a Thursday night and this country right over the homeowners could end up the tree. Gift certificates, ed Tennessee football to a the winter of 2012 was the courthouse, where I proverbial fiscal cliff. on the chopping block. Here candy, and other odds and place of lesser importance an absolute bust for snow work, did not reopen until But Mr. Obama is the is a wish – and a heartfelt ends are nice this time of – which is exactly where it and cold. After the first Tuesday morning. They just President. And he and the prayer – that both the Pres- year, but there comes a should be. week of January, tempera- don’t seem to make snows Congress have decisions ident and our elected rep- point in life when Christmas But that does not mean I tures across East Tennes- like that anymore. But what to make during the coming resentatives put politics becomes much more about think it isn’t important. Ten- see went into a relentlessly the heck – I’ll send up a months that will dramati- aside and for once do what giving than receiving. nessee football is to East warm pattern that lasted Christmas wish for one. cally affect the quality is right for America. I certainly hope to make Tennessee what the Rocky some folks happy this year. Mountains are to Colora- To be sure, Christmas is a do, or the Golden Gate is wonderful time to share to San Francisco. Without a with those less fortunate thriving, successful football than we, and our culture program at UT, people are provides many chances to simply not getting the best do so. But I have always version of East Tennes- believed Christmas is also see. That goes for natives, a unique opportunity to students, tourists, and show family, friends, and the business community. those we hold dear just Those who think UT needs how important they are to to be a “top 25” academic us. institution at the expense With that in mind, I decid- of football, should wake ed to compile a list. It’s a up and take note that the rather short list. I already University of Tennessee have more than I can say belongs to Tennesseans. grace over, and I have no It is our state school. And intentions of building bigger our state loves football. barns in which to store it all. The decline of the UT foot- No, my Christmas wishes ball program has had a pro- are mostly for others and foundly detrimental effect how they might be blessed on the culture of East Ten- in the years to come. So nessee. Here’s wishing here’s my Christmas wish Coach Jones all success in list for 2012 – and the bringing it back. years that lie ahead. Snow. And it doesn’t even Success for Butch Jones have to be a white Christ- and the Tennessee Volun- mas. Hey, I’m not greedy. The Seymour Volunteer Fire Department in the Seymour Christmas parade. See A4 for additional photos. teers. This may sound like But for snow lovers living in a very selfish wish, but I the central East Tennessee

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December 17, 2012 Knox County GOP finds unity through diversity By Tasha Mahurin [email protected] While the Republican Party is not widely regard- ed for its diversity, recent The West Knox political defeat both locally Republican Club’s annual and nationally has sparked Holiday dinner, held last a progressive wave week at Rothchild Catering throughout the party, par- and Conference Center, ticularly in Knox County. had an altogether inclu- Each elected official pres- sive flair this year. ent conscientiously wished Members from across the those in attendance both Knox County Republican a Merry Christmas and a party gathered to cele- Happy Hanukkah. brate the holiday season in Kuhlman also expressed a room adorned by a large her desire to see more Christmas tree and tradi- continuity throughout the tional Christmas decora- party county-wide. The tions. Yet, shining as if a local party is segregated bright beacon of diversity, into smaller chapters that a gold menorah, stood in include the North, South, the center of the room. and West Knox Republican According to party Clubs. Kuhlman main- members, the Knoxville tains that these individual Republican Jewish Coalition groups must work closer has been active within the together. Knox County Republican “It’s a critical time for party for the past three photo by dan andrews. the Republican party,” years. Aaron Margulies, Attendees from last week’s West Knox Republican Club Holiday Dinner at Rothchild Catering. she stated. “I feel strongly among others, was pres- that our various chapters ent on behalf of the coali- should come together to tion to help usher in the Jewish Coalition is to foster and the party to the con- candidate for Knox County out and open up,” represent the entire Knox holiday season. Margulies and enhance ties between cerns and issues of the GOP chair and sitting pres- Kuhlman told The Focus. County Republican Party told the Hanukkah story the American Jewish com- Jewish community, while ident of the West Knox “Regardless of race, reli- at least twice per year, per- and offered a prayer in munity and Republican articulating and advocat- Republican Club, believes gion, gender, or socio-eco- haps for the next Holiday Hebrew as his wife lit the decision makers. ing Republican ideas and that inclusion is critical to nomic background, we season.” menorah. Additionally, they work policies within the Jewish the future success of the need all Republicans to The stated mission of to sensitize Republican community. Republican Party. come together to make our the Knoxville Republican leadership in government Ruthie Kuhlman, “We’ve got to reach party work.” 214 Adair I first saw the pretty pink bows a single mom, moved away for her three daughters find a penny, on the white picket fence last twenty years, and returned to this it makes them feel like Grandmom year. Even area only a couple of years ago. Tessie is with them. from a dis- That is about the time I started A stroll through Wendi’s home tance, it was noticing new life at 214 Adair—a reflects her bubbly personal- breathtak- pink door, pink flamingo figurines ity and tasteful touch—from the ingly beauti- in the yard, and a white picket gorgeous pink Christmas tree ful. We drove fence. Tucked away in the middle (because it makes her happy) to full of toys! the celebration of the season— by it count- of the Smithwood neighborhood the unique decor in every room. The day my Mother and I vis- giving gifts, watching a nativ- less times is the small, red-brick home. The “Believe,” Wendi’s favorite word, ited, Wendi served refreshments ity program, decorating a tree, during the history behind the house, built in and family photos adorn the walls. and gave us each a gift. “My love singing “Silent Night,” or visit- Christmas 1947, is intriguing. “When I saw “My treasures in life are my girls for Christmas came from my ing friends. Wendi said of her By Ralphine Major ralphine3@yahoo. season. This this place I knew I loved it,” Wendi and their families, my true friends, Grandmom. I loved going to her Grandmom Tessie, “she adored com year, I sent a said. “When I came in to look, I wonderful neighbors, and my home and opening the back door Christmas and made it very spe- letter to the found a penny in the window seal. new friends,” Wendi said. We got to the kitchen with the smell of cial for me and all her family.” We resident at 214 Adair to ask if I I knew this house would become to meet some of those precious Christmas everywhere,” Wendi can say the same of Wendi, who could come by and take a pic- my home. The penny remains treasures. She has three beautiful said. “I never meet a stranger has made Christmas special, as ture to share with Focus readers. there,” she added. daughters, a little grandson who is because everyone is special.” The well. If you drive by 214 Adair, I went there to meet a stranger; I Wendi’s Grandmom, Tessie, her pride and joy, and two sons-in- lady with all of the pink decora- look for the pink sleigh, pink orna- left feeling like I had visited a dear taught her how to “love life and law. After raising three girls, Wendi tions certainly made us feel spe- ments, Santa Claus hanging from friend. just be happy.” That is advice a enjoys babysitting a little grand- cial when she opened her heart the roof, and the pink bows on the Wendi (Coatney) Holsonback lot of folks could benefit from son. He certainly captured our and home to us! white picket fence. It will lift your grew up in Knoxville on Radford in today’s stress-filled world. hearts while we played ball and During this blessed Christmas spirits, because it truly is a happy Place off of Broadway. She became Nowadays, every time Wendi and helped him empty a dump truck season, may you find much joy in place!

Molly Huff, Maggie Daves, Valedictorian Salutatorian PAGE B2 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012 Getting in the Christmas Groove The Christmas nice both outside and the Chipmunks, bark- She wants to get them gifts we are hoping for all sorts fuses when it comes to season has offi- and in. ing dogs performing “Jingle that they’ll like. I, on the of things, but most of the dealing with crowds. For cially begun. One of the Bells” and Porky Pig singing other hand, want to shower time, we like what has been the most part, though, it’s This year I first things I “Blue Christmas?” Nothing them with all sorts of stuff. given to us. Even the small- this one time of the year dragged the did this season is more enjoyable than sit- Over the last few years, my est toddlers break into when most everyone is a Christmas tree was download ting back, looking at a light- job has been to shop for smiles as they destroy the little kinder to others, when and outdoor Christmas music ed Christmas tree, and stocking stuffers. That’s wrappings hiding gifts, and each person’s awareness lights out early. to my iPhone. All listening to carols. had me searching the many times they enjoy the of blessings are keenest, Amy came to the was on an iPod, The shopping was easy shelves at Dollar General boxes in which the things and when spending time rescue to adorn but the battery this year. Amy and I agreed or Big Lots for “unique” have come most of all. with family and friends is the tree with By Joe Rector is dead, and I to back off on our spend- things to cram in those Another thing I always most enjoyable. something more don’t have the ing. We’ll save our money to stockings. In addition, I buy enjoy is visiting the malls I’m “psyched” about than ornaments not neces- small fortune necessary take a trip sometime before bags of candy to pour in as and shopping areas during Christmas. Before long, the sarily hung in the correct to replace it. The collec- long. Still, she needs gifts, well. I’ve always said that the last couple of weeks family will assemble and places. By the time she fin- tion includes old favorites and the challenge becomes the real fun of Christmas of Christmas. People are we’ll laugh and talk and eat ished, the entire house took by Bing Crosby and Andy finding nice things on a morning doesn’t come from frantic in their searches for and exchange presents. on a holiday glow. Outside, Williams, as well as plenty much smaller budget. I’ve the gifts. Instead, it’s the those last couple of gifts Then the time will come the lights ran along the of traditional songs by chosen several items and simple act of opening pres- or are still looking for the for us to return to our busy front and wrapped around the Mormon Tabernacle am keeping my fingers ents that brings on joy and perfect present for a loved lives. We will do so, how- the screened porch. I Choir and The Gaither crossed that she will like excitement. Most people one. They sometimes are ever, feeling a bit warmer never hang too many, just Vocal Band. Of course, them. look forward to attacking panic stricken as they move in our hearts. That glow of enough to cast that glow of what music library would My dear wife is a prac- presents and ripping fes- from one store to another, love is what the season is Christmas colors that look be complete without Alvin tical shopper for the kids. tive paper to shreds. Oh, and some folks have short all about anyway. PAGE B2 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012 December 17, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE B3 The Senate’s Dandy James Hamilton Lewis of Illinois William Howard Taft and barely spent half the allot- Pages from the progressives, who ted time in FDR’s office, the Political favored former President although he later remem- Theodore Roosevelt. Lewis bered Roosevelt as being Past was elected to the Senate as nice as he could be. from Illinois, making him Author David McCullough, one of the very few indi- one of Truman’s best biog- viduals to serve in the raphers, recorded a com- Congress representing two ment made to Truman by different states. J. Hamilton Lewis.

Known affectionately as Harry Truman was in awe either “Ham” or “J. Ham”, at being a member of the By Ray Hill Lewis was the first to Senate, despite the rude [email protected] serve as a party “whip” in treatment he received the Senate. The whip was from much of official t seems highly responsible for helping to Washington and his fellow unlikely anyone line up votes for party mea- senators. Lewis wisely could be elected to sures in the United States told Truman, “For the first anyI office today if he or she Senate, as well as keep- six months you’ll wonder exhibited just a few of the ing an accurate tally for how the hell you got here. eccentricities that were a how a pending vote might After that you’ll wonder part of James Hamilton go. Lewis proved to be a how the hell the rest of us Lewis. Lewis was even for skillful legislative strate- got here.” his time somewhat eccen- gist and did much to help tric in his appearance and along President Woodrow The seventy-three year dress, but he certainly Wilson’s agenda. J. Hamilton Lewis intended made an impression and to stay in the Senate and was highly popular in his In 1918, Lewis had to sought reelection in 1936. adopted state of Illinois. make his appeal directly His Republican opponent to the people of Illinois, as was Otis F. Glenn, him- Lewis was born in the legislature no longer self a former member Danville, Virginia on May had the power to elect of the United States 18, 1863. As a very small members of the United Senate. Glenn was still child, he moved with States Senate. Lewis a supporter of the unla- his parents to Augusta, faced wealthy Republican mented and unpopular Georgia. After attending Medill McCormick, broth- former President Herbert the University of Virginia, er of Colonel Robert Hoover, while Lewis was Lewis studied the law McCormick, powerful pub- an unabashed advocate of privately in Savannah, lisher of the staunchly Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Georgia. Lewis decided Republican and isolation- 1936 was the same year to move west to find his ist Chicago Tribune. FDR carried every state in fortune and relocated in From the author’s personal collection. the union in his reelection Washington State while J. Hamilton Lewis was an U. S. Senator James Hamilton Lewis of Illinois campaign, save for Maine it was still a territory of excellent speaker with a and Vermont. Lewis easily the United States. Lewis flamboyant appearance. A won another term in the arrived in the Washington man of slight proportions, remained quite active in most formidable foe the started firing, missing FDR, Senate. Territory knowing virtually Lewis sported a busy Van the Democratic Party and Democrats could nomi- but hitting the bulky Mayor no one and almost pen- Dyke beard that was likely politics. He ran for gover- nate: James Hamilton Cermack. The serious- J. Hamilton Lewis and niless, yet it proved to be dyed as he aged; many nor in 1920, but lost. A rec- Lewis. ly wounded Cermack was his wife, fondly known a wise move for young contemporary reports ognized authority on both bundled into Roosevelt’s as “Gypsy” to friends, Lewis as within a few refer to the “pinkish” color the Constitution and for- Although sixty-sev- automobile and rushed to remained fixtures on the years he had been elect- of his whiskers. Lewis also eign affairs, Lewis concen- en years old at the time, the hospital where he died social circuit in the nation’s ed to the Territorial legisla- wore a toupee; evidently J. trated on international law Lewis had shown impec- several days later. Capitol. Senator Lewis ture and when Washington Hamilton Lewis made no in his practice and earned cable shrewdness in continued serving as the achieved statehood, effort to purchase a hair- a handsome living. selecting the timing of his With Franklin D. Democratic Whip in the J. Hamilton Lewis was piece that was life-like, as political comeback and Roosevelt’s election to Senate until his sudden elected to Congress as his own was quite obvi- J. Hamilton Lewis bided campaigned vigorously. the presidency in 1932 death on April 9, 1939. A Congressman-At-Large. ously a toupee. In fact, his time, waiting for the McCormick was haunted and the Democrats taking funeral service was held Lewis only served one there are instances where opportunity to make a throughout the general control of the United for James Hamilton Lewis term in Congress, losing Lewis would appear inside comeback. That opportu- election for her enormous States Senate, J. Hamilton inside the Senate Chamber his reelection bid, although the Senate chamber with- nity came in 1930 when expenditures and although Lewis assumed even and he was buried in a mau- his ability as an orator out his toupee on very hot the Illinois Republican she pumped even more greater importance inside soleum beside Arlington made him so formidable days, although he didn’t Party tore itself asunder. of her personal fortune the Senate. Lewis was a National Cemetery. That in debate that even the seem to ever allow himself Lewis’s successor, Medill into the general election warm-hearted person for mausoleum was later torn famously acerbic Speaker to be photographed with- McCormick, had been contest, Lewis beat her all his elaborate dress down and Senator Lewis’s of the House Thomas out his hairpiece. defeated in the 1924 badly, ending her elector- and he tried to befriend remains were moved, Reed preferred not to Republican primary by al career. a little man from Missouri although no one seems to tangle with the freshman J. Hamilton Lewis was former Governor Charles when Harry Truman came know just where his earth- Congressman. also something of a clothes- Deneen. McCormick James Hamilton Lewis to the Senate in 1935. ly body rests currently. horse and many enjoyed was so distraught over returned to the United Truman himself later told Lewis was the waiting for his appear- his defeat he commit- States Senate in 1931 an aide that he arrived Gypsy Lewis tried to Democratic nominee for ance on the Senate floor ted suicide, a fact that and quickly resumed his “under a cloud” due to keep her late husband’s the United States Senate in to see what he was wear- was carefully hidden from old position as Democratic his ties to the notorious memory alive as best she 1899, at a time when leg- ing on a given day. Lewis the public. McCormick’s whip. Chicago Mayor Prendergast machine of could, donating an impos- islatures still elected sen- frequently wore spats long widow was Ruth Hanna Anton Cermack promoted Kansas City. Senator ing portrait of J. Hamilton ators; Lewis lost his race after they were out of fash- McCormick, daughter of Senator Lewis as a “favor- Truman was treated with Lewis to the United States for the Senate. America ion. Senator Lewis clear- the legendary Mark Hanna, ite son” candidate for astonishing rudeness by Senate where it remains was then engaged in the ly enjoyed adding color to an extremely wealthy the presidency in 1932, many New Deal officials, on display to this very day. Spanish-American War his wardrobe and might industrialist, alter ego of largely to keep Franklin not the least of whom was Lewis was fondly remem- and Lewis volunteered and appear inside the Senate the late President William D. Roosevelt from winning President Roosevelt him- bered by those who knew while not seeing actual Chamber wearing a dark McKinley and a senator the Democratic nomina- self. It took FDR more him, but as the years combat, emerged from suit with a cream-colored from Ohio. Ruth Hanna tion and giving the pow- than five months to find have passed, this color- the conflict with the rank waistcoat, a bright green McCormick had been erful boss leverage in a fifteen minute appoint- ful figure has been largely of Colonel. tie and matching socks. A elected Congressman-At- naming the eventual nom- ment to allow the Missouri forgotten. silk handkerchief of some Large from Illinois in 1928 inee. Senator Lewis him- Senator to come and pay Following the Spanish- sort would be careful- and proceeded to settle self had no desire to block his respects and Truman American War, J. Hamilton ly tucked into his breast her political grudge with FDR’s nomination and Lewis moved yet again, set- pocket. Senator Deneen in the to the Mayor’s dismay, tling in Chicago in 1903. GOP primary. As a woman, released the delegates Large Selection of Once again, his personal- Lewis was once cau- Ruth Hanna McCormick pledged to him, many of ity and ability brought him tioned to tone down his was something of a novel- whom backed Roosevelt. recognition and promi- dress before attending a ty candidate and received Cermack’s stubborn- Used Phones for Sale nence. Lewis was made political meeting in a poorer widespread publicity in ness in opposing Franklin Corporation Counsel to neighborhood, dominat- her Senate campaign and Roosevelt later cost him at Network Technologies the City of Chicago by the ed by the laboring class. she spent freely from her his life; the Chicago Mayor Mayor, which was a very J. Hamilton Lewis arrived vast personal wealth. She was in Miami, Florida 573-8785 lucrative position. By that night in full evening managed to beat Deneen standing near Roosevelt 10922 Chapman Hwy 1908, a mere five years dress of top hat and tails. decisively and faced the when a would-be assassin Specifi c Carriers after he had moved to He told the assembled Only Chicago, J. Hamilton Lewis working people he came was a serious, albeit ulti- to pay his respects and Call For Details mately unsuccessful can- wore his finest clothes, as didate for governor. Lewis he felt they deserved the was again a candidate for best he had. Lewis left Current Models the United States Senate the hall to the cheers of in stock now! in 1912 at a time when his new supporters. Prices range 50% the national Republican to 70% off retail. Party was deeply divid- After narrowly losing his ed between the regulars reelection campaign to Phones in like- who supported President Medill McCormick, Lewis new condition! PAGE B4 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012

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Lady Wolves battle, down Holston 39-28 By Ken Lay blew open a close game thanks what got us there.” answer as Katie Bailey made two we missed some layups and West Valley girls basketball largely to a big effort from sixth What got West Valley there baskets, including a 3-pointer didn’t take advantage of some coach Alex Comer again has one grader Tytiaira Spikes. Thursday night was some stel- that gave Holston a 28-27 lead. things.” of the county’s best teams but Spikes scored all nine of her lar fourth-quarter defense that After that, however, the home Bailey scored 19 points to lead despite an early gaudy record, points in the final six minutes led to some easy transition buck- team’s offense was complete- all scorers. the young Lady Wolves have had and provided the spark that the ets. ly silenced as the Lady Wolves “She was the player of the to earn every victory. Lady Wolves needed to earn a The Lady Wolves opened the closed the game with a 12-0 run game,” Comer said of Bailey. West Valley’s latest game was hard-fought victory. third quarter with an offensive over the final four minutes. Bailey might have stolen the another struggle but the Lady “We’re playing so many young miscue. West Valley committed Even in defeat, Holston coach show but the Lady Wolves won Wolves (6-2 overall, 6-1 in the people that we’re going to have a turnover before Spikes went Alex Walker was pleased with his with a balanced attack. Knox County Middle School Bas- to struggle and compete in to work with the game in a 23-23 team’s effort. Trinity Lee led West Valley with ketball Conference) came out on every game,” Comer said. “We’re deadlock. She scored the first “We played hard tonight and 10 points. Annaka Hall added top when the dust had settled. happy to have a 6-1 [conference] four points of the final stanza for us, that says a lot because seven and Jenny Thompson The Lady Wolves used a big record. to give the Lady Wolves a 27-23 we haven’t always played finished with six for the Lady fourth quarter to claim a 39-28 “We’re proud to have that lead with 5:09 remaining. hard,” Walker said. “We left a Wolves, who led 16-14 at half- victory at Holston. West Valley record but we have to understand The Lady Hurricanes would lot of points out there because time. South Doyle takes Fulton survives ‘dogfight’ against Patriots Rugby Sevens Title By Ken Lay

By Ken Lay Fulton High School boys basketball coach Jody Wright got exactly what he expected Tuesday MURFREESBORO--- The night. South Doyle rugby club “I knew that we were going to be in for a dogfight,” ended a six-month journey Wright said after his Falcons outlasted Union County with a State Championship 56-45 in a District 3-AA contest at Fulton’s Jody at Middle Tennessee State Wright Arena. “This was another rough grind and I University recently. think there’ll be a lot of those. The Cherokees played “There are no two teams that are head and shoul- in a grueling Tennessee ders above the rest and I knew that Union County Rugby Association Olympic was a well-coached team. I have a lot of respect for Rugby Sevens title on Sat- [Patriots] coach [Shane] Brown and what he and his urday, Dec. 8. It was South team bring to the table.” Doyle’s second champion- The Falcons (5-2 overall, 3-1 in the district) rarely ship in three years. The trailed in this crucial early-season conference tilt. Cherokees, who were the Fulton, however, wasn’t able to pull away until the 2011 runners-up, also fourth quarter when Union County was bitten by claimed the 2010 title. the turnover bug. South Doyle won five The two talented squads were locked into a matches to claim its most tight affair until things took a turn early in the final recent title in one of East stanza. Tennessee’s fastest grow- Fulton, which led 38-35 heading into the fourth ing sports. quarter, was ahead 43-37 when things finally began The ‘Kees, who began to go its way. training and practicing in The Patriots pulled to within 43-39 when Seth June, won the champion- Norris scored with 5 minutes, 57 seconds remain- ship with a 29-7 victory ing. Union County got a defensive stop and had an over Knox County rival Far- opportunity to draw closer. ragut. That victory culmi- But the Pats turned the ball over when Landon nated a grueling day that Muncey was called for an offensive foul. Fulton, saw South Doyle, which has however, didn’t take advantage of Union Coun- compiled a gaudy 107-10 ty’s miscue. UCHS blew another opportunity when record over the last three Norris got whistled for another offensive foul on its seasons. next possession. “Every guy on our team The Falcons did score after that turnover and took played better than they a 45-39 lead on a bucket by Blake Golden with 5:01 were capable of playing,” left. Fulton extended its advantage to 47-39 when Cherokees coach Matt Golden nabbed an offensive rebound and scored Lance said. “We’ve got with 4:30 to go. guys who have played foot- The Patriots committed another miscue their next ball and wrestled but they Members of the South-Doyle rugby team hoist the 2012 Rugby 7’s State Championship time down the floor before Brown called time out. take pride in their rugby Trophy. The Cherokees won their second championship in three years recently at Middle The Falcons took a 10-point lead when Micah Continue on page 2 Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro. Continue on page 3 PAGE C2 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012 Gift ideas include orange tie, new mirror and handkerchiefs Dear Santa, I’ll go ahead and tell you my big- is right in his career. (Never mind, he has one) Congrat- Give the TSSAA a football playoff Can you believe it’s Christmas gest wish, that’s to give University Give Pat Summitt our best ulations on a super season! format that’s not confusing. time once again? It seems the of Tennessee football fans – and wishes. Give Sal Sunseri back to Nick Give college basketball another holiday season there’s not a greater, more pas- Give the Lady Vols another game Saban. Pistol Pete. gets here faster sionate fan base anywhere in this against Chattanooga. Give Bruce Pearl another chance Give Jimmy Cheek a box of hand- every year. land – a winning football season Give Charlie High a UT scholar- to coach. kerchiefs. I hope you next fall! ship. Take back one-and-done play- Give racing another Dale Earn- and Mrs. Claus Have a safe trip Santa. We’ll be Give our Falcons, Spartans and ers. hardt, golf another Arnold Palmer, and all the elves watching for Rudolph’s bright, red Warriors a tip of the hat for winning Give Cuonzo Martin a healthy boxing another Muhammad Ali, at the North nose in the sky. state football championships and Jeron Maymon to help boost the baseball another Lou Gehrig and By Steve Pole workshop Here’s my list: making us proud. UT basketball team’s offense, and Nolan Ryan, tennis another Jimmy Williams are doing well Give Jon Gruden an Orange Give the Southeastern Confer- while you’re at it, Skylar McBee Connors vs. John McEnroe rival- and on sched- and White tie to wear on ESPN’s ence some modesty. could use a hot hand. ry, basketball another Michael ule as the big Monday Night Football. Give college football a geogra- Give Dave Hart better commu- Jordan and football another Johnny day is fast approaching. You all Give Derek Dooley a certificate phy lesson and take back confer- nication with UT fans in tough Unitas. bring a lot of joy to so many, young recognizing him as The Unluckiest ence expansion. Give its fans an times. Give Tyler Summitt a chance to and old. Coach in America and a new mirror eight-team playoff format and take Give Vol fans another season to assist Holly Warlick someday. Continuing Russ Bebb’s tradi- to replace the one that’s broken. back 6-6 bowl teams. enjoy Cordarrelle Patterson. Give Gus Manning, our trea- tion, I have a list of gift ideas for Give new UT Coach Butch Jones Give Georgia Bulldogs one more Take back picky taunting rules in sured link to General Neyland, those we know in the world of and wife Barb an all-expense paid down. NCAA football. many more happy birthdays. sports and also some holiday mes- three-day, two-night getaway to Give Army a win over Navy. Give UT baseball a SEC tourney Give us more sportsmanship sages and wishes, too. Hopefully, Boulder, Colorado for realizing its a Give Bill Snyder another berth next spring. and less showboating at all levels readers of The Knoxville Focus will nice place to visit, but you wouldn’t season. Give Lady Vol softball another of athletics. enjoy taking a peak at these as want to coach there, at least right Give major league baseball more Monica Abbott. Merry Christmas and Happy much as I did when Bebb started now. class acts like R.A. Dickey. Give Tennessee Titans the good New Year! writing to you when he was Execu- Put a lump of coal in Tee Mar- Give Peyton Manning our admi- old days. tive Sports Editor of The Knoxville tin’s stocking with a note that we ration and another Super Bowl Give the NHL a season and the Journal in the 1970s. still hope he will return to coach win. NBA and major league baseball Before you look at the list below, the Vols someday when the time Give Chase Headley a Gold Glove. shorter ones. Lady Falcons run past Union County 69-16 By Ken Lay quarter’s end and contin- halftime and we did contin- of the Lady Patriots points a few lay-ups on the night Brantley’s six points Fulton High School’s girls ued to apply a strong pres- ue to build our lead.” in the second half, stopped but still had enough to paced the Lady Pats. Sierra basketball team kept its sure defense that pounded Fulton led 37-10 at the a long scoring drought. She force the game to be played Clabough finished with four. perfect District 3-AA record Union County into submis- break and from there, scored six points after the with a running clock in the Shaylinne Flatford and intact with a 69-16 victory sion. things would only get worse break and was the lone fourth quarter thanks to a McKenzie Edds had three over Union County Tuesday But all was not well for for Union County. The Lady bright spot for the visitors balanced scoring attack. points each. night at Jody Wright Arena. the Lady Falcons in the first Falcons scored the first 12 after half time. Fulton’s Jayda Johnson and Edds hit a 3-pointer that The Lady Falcons (6-1 half. points of the third stanza pressure defense forced Moneisha Thomas each represented all of Union overall, 4-0 in the district) “We weren’t pleased with and opened a 49-10 advan- multiple Union County turn- scored 18 points for Fulton. County’s first-quarter offen- darted to an early 9-0 lead our effort in the first half,” tage before Madison overs and the Lady Falcons Tyanna Castle added 10 sive output. and cruised to an easy Lady Falcons assistant Brantley scored for Union dominated the young Lady while Nataya Roller and Vic- win over the Lady Patri- coach Sir David Pettus said. County. Patriots on the boards. toria Griffin finished with six ots. Fulton led 20-3 by first “We challenged our girls at Brantley, who scored all The Lady Falcons missed points apiece. South Doyle takes Rugby Sevens Title Cont. from page 1 out of the room.” Ravenwood. The Chero- who battled multiple inju- record. The Cherokees will take kees then knocked off Ger- ries. Freshman Jonathan “It’s good to see these their break. They’ll return mantown 29-5. A 38-12 Doster also made big plays kids win because they’re to the field in January to victory then put the ‘Kees for South Doyle. all great kids and great stu- prepare for the 15-man in the semifinals. Harris said the State dents. They work hard and season that opens in the No rugby match is easy Championship was a total they play hard.” spring. but the semifinal match team effort. Lance obviously admires “We’ll enjoy our time against Sumner County “It was all about the his club’s work ethic. He off,” said Cherokees senior was especially trying for team the whole time,” couldn’t, however, have co-captain Gabe Harris, South Doyle, which trailed he said. “Coach Lance expected what he saw who was named the State 14-0 at halftime before doesn’t keep stats. We after his bruised and bat- Tournament’s Most Valu- storming back. The Cher- want to win. tered squad beat the Admi- able Player. “We were mad okees scored 19 unan- “I’ve been playing since rals on a day that began when he told us to take swered points to cap- my sophomore year and I at 9 am. some time off. ture a thrilling 19-14 win don’t have any idea how “I told them that they “We love to practice. In in the match’s waning many points I’ve scored.” needed a break because other sports, you don’t like moments. Lance added that unself- they’d been at this since to go to practice.” Lance had high praise ishness has always been Powell Middle School’s Amari Rodgers attempts a lay- June,” he said. “And I The Cherokees’ stay at for his players, who spent a key to his team’s suc- up as Bearden’s Dawson Anderson in the Panthers’ 41- couldn’t believe how mad the Midstate proved to a time between matches cess. 38 victory over the Bruins last week at Powell Middle they got at me. tough one as South-Doyle icing leg injuries. “These kids love to School. “They were so mad at opened a long Saturday “We had guys, who play for each other,” said me that I almost didn’t get with a 33-26 victory over couldn’t walk between Lance, who is an assistant matches,” Lance said. football coach and teach- “They were at the gas sta- er at the school. “They tion buying ice. They spent don’t care about [individ- the time between matches ual] stats and they don’t icing down.” care if there’s nobody in Harris might’ve been the stands. named MVP but the Cher- “They love to practice okees got significant con- and they love each other tributions from seniors and that’s great to see in Seth Ohle (a co-captain), 2012.” Colton Warner (who play every minute of every match) and Jacob Rule, Vols shake off the past, set the tone PAGE C2 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012 December 17, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE C3

By Alex NormanDo Vols fans still love Tee Martin? is that some Vols fans are USC was the toughest I have place. towards Vol lettermen. I’ve that has those fans ripping In the modern era of Ten- idiots. But they aren’t alone. ever had to make because In 2010 and 2011, Martin always wondered if Dooley Tee Martin on the twitter. nessee football, there are few Check out the message Tennessee is such a special was the WR coach at Ken- would have made Al Wilson A simple search of the @ players that mean more to boards for Alabama, Ohio place to me. At the end of the tucky. Yes, he was the WR call ahead before return- TeeMartin17 mentions calls Vols fans than Tee Martin. State, Texas, etc… idiots help day, I am a man of my word. I coach at UK on a day when a ing to campus. Seriously… I up some very rude com- That’s because without fill out the fan base of every promised Coach (Lane) Kiffin WR played QB and Kentucky wonder… ments. Martin, the Vols don’t win the team in America. when I was hired at USC that I beat the Vols for the first time Also, according to Erik It isn’t everyone… a major- SEC and BCS National Cham- But in this specific instance had goals I wanted to accom- in 27 years. Ainge, former Vols quarter- ity of Vols fans sent Tee their pionships in 1998. the reason is because last plish here. We still have work Following the Vols disas- back and weekday morn- best wishes. But the buf- And while that is the top of week Martin was offered to do here to reach those trous 2011 season, Ten- ing talk show host on Ten- foons that insulted Martin on the mountain, look at what the Vols wide receiver coach goals. I see a great future at nessee’s assistant coaches nessee Sports Radio (WVLZ social media and local sports else he accomplished in his position on new UT head USC with the players on our bolted in droves, fully under- 1180AM), Tennessee athlet- talk radio were enough to time at Tennessee. coach Butch Jones’ staff. roster and the recruits we standing that the Vols foot- ic director Dave Hart wouldn’t make you notice. In his two years as the UT And he had the audacity to have coming in.” ball program was a dump- even return Martin’s phone Would the vitriol spewed starting quarterback (1998 make a decision that he feels Martin added, “I have so ster fire under then head call. from Vol nation be as bad if and 1999); the Vols compiled is best for him and his family. much love and respect for coach Derek Dooley. 7 of his So when Martin was then Tee wasn’t at USC? Proba- a 22-3 record. Tennessee He’s staying in Los Angeles. Tennessee. But at this time, 9 assistant coaches left for offered the same job at USC bly not. advanced to its only two BCS If you didn’t know, Martin the right decision was to con- mostly lateral moves. last February, there were Vols Maybe I have a higher bowl games during those spent last season as the WR tinue at USC and I am looking Despite the issues on fans that were angry that standard I’d like to hold fans seasons. And Martin did all coach at Southern California. forward to doing that.” Rocky Top, Martin wanted Martin was heading west to to… maybe it’s my fault for of this with class. He had a Yes, the same Southern Cali- Yes, there is some irony to come home. He wanted work for Kiffin. expecting more… lot of responsibilities as the fornia where Lane Kiffin, still in the fact that Martin is to be a coach at his alma In their warped mindset But when one of the most offensive leader of this team, public enemy #1 in Knoxville, remaining loyal to a guy that mater. of those fans, Martin should revered athletes to ever and he never embarrassed hangs his visor. showed no loyalty to Tennes- And Dooley wanted nothing have turned him down, and wear the Orange and White the University. In a statement release by see in January of 2010, but to do with him. This shouldn’t waited by the phone for a is treated this way by a vocal So why do some Vols fans Southern Cal, Martin said the I digress… come as surprise consider- job offer that wasn’t coming segment of fans… label him as a traitor? following: Let’s remember how ing that lack of “enthusi- back in the winter. Is it any wonder why he Well, the short answer “…My decision to remain at Martin got to USC in the first asm” Dooley reportedly had And it is the same insanity isn’t moving back East?

By WolvesKen Lay nab key road victory at Holston “We had a win at South- and Wolves played evenly season, was big late for Holston scored just seven Quez Glover scored 14 Things haven’t been easy Doyle and now have two and were deadlocked in the Wolves. He scored all points over the final six min- points for Holston. Tanner for the West Valley Middle wins in a row,” Comer said. a 13-13 tie after the first 11 of his points after half- utes. Rhodes, who was an inside School boys basketball “I think the kids played quarter. time and dropped six in the Despite all that, Hurri- force for the Hurricanes, team early this season. really hard tonight.” Holston (2-6, 1-5) held a fourth quarter. Nick Rogers canes coach Todd Atkins finished with seven points, But the Wolves got on the Thursday night’s win 19-17 lead at halftime and and Alex Majoras contribut- found plenty to be happy many on second chances winning track last week with didn’t come easily for West opened a 33-31 lead by ed eight points each. about. off offensive rebounds. a 46-41 victory at Holston Valley but in the end, that the end of the third stanza “We have a guy in Cam “Our kids played hard and Dalton Rodgers, Holston’s Thursday night. The win didn’t matter. before West Valley gained Whaley who just finished I can’t fault their effort,” other key inside player, also was the second consecu- “In the end, we had the upper hand in the final playing football last week,” Atkins said. “We played scored seven points. Troy tive one for West Valley. enough to win,” Comer frame. Comer said. I’m really hard and that’s what we Martin scored six, including The Wolves (2-6 over- said. “It was a gritty win. Konnor Kah scored 16 hoping that he can help talk about every day. five in the fourth quarter to all, 2-5 in the Knox County “I was really proud of points for the Wolves, who us. “We have some size but keep the home team within Middle School Basketball our kids and I was glad to converted some layups “He’s been missing we don’t have enough of it striking distance. Conference) knocked off see them show some grit. and free throws in the final practice on Friday and you and our kids gave it all they South-Doyle on Monday, We’ve had some games frame. Kah also got plenty can’t play a guy much who had.” Dec. 10 and coach Chuck where we’ve been soft.” of help from a supporting misses practice.” Comer is hoping that his Early on, the game cast. It was a big win for the squad can now string between two struggling Cam Whaley, who has Wolves. The Hurricanes, together some more victo- teams was a roller-coast- seen limited playing time however, saw their early- ries. er affair. The Hurricanes due to an extended football season struggles continue. Fulton survives ‘dogfight’ against Patriots Cont. from page 1 buried a 3-pointer a short Nance scored nine all eight of his points before time later. of his 15 points in the halftime to keep the Pats Goss buried a shot midway “They had some turn- fourth quarter. He hit a within striking distance. through the final frame. overs and we were able to pair of 3-pointers in the Muncey kept the Patri- Norris pulled the Patri- convert and score when final frame. Golden, who ots close down the stretch ots to within 59-51 with a things were still tight,” finished with 12 points, with four fourth-quarter bucket at the 3:57 mark Wright said. scored four down the free throws. before the Falcons all but Union County got to stretch to help Fulton cap- put the game away. They within nine twice down the ture a crucial win. took a 62-51 lead when stretch but couldn’t come Tayte Kitts scored 13 for junior guard Josh Nance any closer. UCHS. Brady Nease scored

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(865) 428-4824 PAGE C4 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012 Lady Warriors Lady Falcons run past Union County, 69-16 Shoot Down Lady By Ken Lay Eagles strong pressure defense things would only get time. Fulton’s pressure scored 18 points for Fulton High School’s that pounded Union worse for Union County. defense forced multiple Fulton. Tyanna Castle The CAK Lady War- girls basketball team County into submission. The Lady Falcons scored Union County turnovers added 10 while Nataya riors set out to prove kept its perfect District But all was not well for the first 12 points of the and the Lady Falcons Roller and Victoria Griffin it is not just the men’s 3-AA record intact with a the Lady Falcons in the third stanza and opened dominated the young Lady finished with six points side of the CAK pro- 69-16 victory over Union first half. a 49-10 advantage before Patriots on the boards. apiece. gram which can win big. County Tuesday night at “We weren’t pleased Madison Brantley scored The Lady Falcons Brantley’s six points CAK welcomed Jody Wright Arena. with our effort in the for Union County. missed a few lay-ups on paced the Lady Pats. Sacred Heart to their The Lady Falcons (6-1 first half,” Lady Falcons Brantley, who scored the night but still had Sierra Clabough finished gym Wednesday with overall, 4-0 in the dis- assistant coach Sir David all of the Lady Patriots enough to force the game with four. Shaylinne Flat- an impressive 24-8 vic- trict) darted to an early Pettus said. “We chal- points in the second half, to be played with a run- ford and McKenzie Edds tory. The Lady Eagles 9-0 lead and cruised to lenged our girls at half- stopped a long scoring ning clock in the fourth had three points each. took a brief 3-2 lead at an easy win over the Lady time and we did continue drought. She scored six quarter thanks to a bal- Edds hit a 3-pointer the end of a mistake- Patriots. Fulton led 20-3 to build our lead.” points after the break and anced scoring attack. that represented all of filled first quarter. This by first quarter’s end Fulton led 37-10 at the was the lone bright spot Jayda Johnson and Union County’s first-quar- proved to be the needed and continued to apply a break and from there, for the visitors after half Moneisha Thomas each ter offensive output. wake-up call for the taller and faster lady Warriors. Their pressing defense and relentless rebound- ing held Sacred Heart to a mere six points the final three quarters while rack- A Record Turnout for the ing up twenty-two points of their own. The major- ity of those points coming off of an amazing thirty- 2nd Annual Santa Hustle eight forced turnovers. CAK head coach, Clark Early Sunday December 9 host to such a fun and unique Bowling, was proud of his morning, the parkway in Sevi- event once again,” said Steve team’s overall effort stat- erville was filled with thou- Cruz, General Manager of Wil- ing everyone contributed sands of Santas taking part in derness at the Smokies. “The to the victory. He point- the 2nd Annual Santa Hustle growth from last year to this ed out his leading scor- at Wilderness at the Smokies year was incredible and we are ers, Claire Brock with six resort. Nearly 2,500 runners already looking forward to next points and Kennedy Smith from around the country came year’s event, which we anticipate with four, are six grad- to take part in one of the most will be even larger.” ers which bodes well for unique holiday-themed events Along with their holiday cheer, the program’s future. of the year. runners and spectators were Runners took part in either the asked to bring a new, unwrapped half marathon or 5k run/walk toy to donate to Toys for Tots in and received a Santa hat, beard Sevier County, the chosen charity and a customized shirt to wear for this year’s race. This comes while running, and were treated at a critical time for the organiza- to cookie and candy cane sta- tion as they have experienced a tions on the race course. Follow- large shortage this year. In addi- ing the race, the holiday party tion to what was collected from continued with a huge after party participants, Wilderness at the at the resort, featuring milk and Smokies also made a sizable and try to help as many local kids their current shortage.” cookies and plenty of holiday donation to the group. as possible,” added Cruz. “Hope- For more information on Wil- music. “After hearing of the Toys for fully our donation along with derness at the Smokies, please “It was a beautiful morning for Tots shortage here in Sevier what was collected from the race visit www.wildernessatthesmok- the race and we enjoyed playing County, we wanted to get involved will help in putting a nice dent in ies.com. December 17, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE D1

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refocus us in this Christ- that Randy Quaid, who I also like Bill Murray’s experience the troubles mas and Advent Season, played Cousin Eddie in shtick in “Scrooged.” of our modern times. and many of our old tradi- the National Lampoon However, as I watched Scrooge was given a tions will continue. Cut- movie, has become his Patrick Stewart play unique gift, like George ting our own Christmas namesake in real life. Scrooge in another ver- Bailey in Capra’s, “It’s a tree (like Chevy Chase Even though old movies sion, it came to me why Wonderful Life”. Most in Christmas Vacation) are not my cup of tea, Christmas movies res- of us don’t get magi- is one I especially like. there’s something dif- onate with me. As I cal do-overs, but we Ringing bells for the Sal- ferent about Christmas watched Scrooge’s trans- can make amends. vation Army was espe- movies that affects me formation I realized The Master of this cially memorable this in some mysterious way. that Christmas movies season is the author of year because Oakley Each year beginning at melt my heart just as forgiveness and only asks joined us dressed up like Thanksgiving as we enjoy the Christmas Spirits that we bend a knee to an elf. He was, I assure them again my mood is melted Scrooge’s. And Him rather than to power Traditions you, a lot cuter than Will transformed. When I was at a deeper philosophi- or man’s latest idol. The Traditions only last as our extended family will Farrow. Our nine year old a boy in grammar school cal level, Scrooge at one elitists of our day tell us long as they work. When be with us on the land grandson, Noah, intro- we would all go to the point asks his dead part- that these stories and the air goes out of a tire we’re developing with my duced me to his tradition gymnasium, sit on the ner why “Spirits walk the lessons are for saps and it goes flat and no longer daughter and her family. of the Elf on the Shelf. floor and watch “A Christ- Earth.” Jacob Marley that they are not bound serves its purpose. Most We bought our prop- Have you heard of this mas Carol.” As a mischie- replies that “It is required by the lessons of history of us honor traditions, erty in 1977 when Becky one? Santa moves his elf vous little boy, perhaps of every man that the or His Majesty. I feel sad sometimes longer than and I came back to Knox- from room to room every in some way I identified Spirit within him should for these lost souls whom they’re useful. The trick ville. We eventually night during December to with Ebenezer Scrooge walk abroad among his I suspect may one day is to recognize when built a home and then a watch out for who’s been who was given a second fellow men…and if that see things differently as it’s time for a change family and many tradi- naughty or nice. Santa, chance. Thankfully, in Spirit goes not forth in they walk alongside Jacob and replace some- tions over the last thirty the Spirit of Christmas, is those days schools didn’t life it is condemned to do Marley through eternity. thing staid with some- plus years. But this year a very resourceful fellow. have to be concerned so after death.” Marley thing new and vibrant my extended family will I have a friend who about political correct- then says “I wear the that again captures the join us on Christmas Eve loves old movies. She is ness and the ACLU. chains I forged in life.” reason for the season. at Thistle Farms. Becky an expert on these old I still reflect on that old We all know how the This year the Fergusons and I acknowledge that screen gems and their movie and its lessons. story ends through are initiating a new Christ- we’ve been blessed, even sirens. My weakness is One of my favorite rendi- many tellings, but Stew- mas tradition that hope- though it hasn’t always Christmas movies which tions of Dickens’ immor- art’s powerful perfor- fully will strike a chord been easy. The Scot- range from “It’s a Won- tal tale is “The Muppet mance of Dickens’ mes- and resonate within our tish emblem of the Fer- derful Life” and “White Christmas Carol.” Before sage refocuses me on family. Above you see guson Clan says much Christmas” to modern you snicker I challenge what’s important in this Old Glory, but I direct your about our journey. The classics like “Home you to watch Kermit the life. Another mentor of attention to the small- crest has a thistle and Alone” and a “Christ- Frog play Bob Cratchit Scrooge tells him that er flag recently raised a bee and the motto, mas Story.” My son-in- and lead his family in Paul “when happiness shows Do you have a question for over our small farm and “Dulcius ex asperis,” – law’s favorite (and some- William’s beautiful and up always give it a com- Dr. Ferguson? Please homestead in the heart sweeter after difficulty. times mine) is “Christmas Spirit-filled song, “Bless fortable seat.” Good e-mail him at jferguson@ of Knoxville. This year Traditions help to Vacation.” How ironic Us All.” You will tear up. advice to us all as we summithealthcare.com.

Watch out for the Flu Students Who Are More Physically By Lisa Lawson Fit Perform Better Academically The Medicine Shoppe, given 2000U a day along There are currently four Chapman Highway with their influenza vac- medications to treat influ- Middle school students who are more hour of physical education during the cine were half as likely enza, although only two physically fit make better grades and day instead of an academic class, they If you have not received to get the flu compared to treat both influenza A and outperform their classmates on stan- did not show a decrease in academic your flu (influenza) vaccine the residents just given the B. These two medications dardized tests, according to a newly achievement compared with students this year, now would be a influenza vaccine. Vitamin are zanamivir (Relenza) published study from a professor at the who received an extra hour of academic good time to go. The flu D3 has antiviral properties and oseltamavir (Tamif- University of Tennessee, Knoxville. instruction per day. By being active, they season has hit hard and against influenza A and B if lu). Resistance has been The study is among the first to exam- could potentially raise their grades.” hit early this year with high given in pharmacological seen with the other two ine how academic achievement relates Coe, who conducted the study while activity in Alabama, Louisi- doses for three days with medications amantadine to all aspects of physical fitness includ- a doctoral student at Michigan State ana, Mississippi, Tennes- efficacy similar to prescrip- and rimantidine and their ing endurance, muscular strength, flex- University, examined 312 sixth- through see and Texas according tion antivirals and can be use is limited. Due to con- ibility and body fat. eighth-graders from a single public to the CDC. obtained at the local phar- cerns about resistance It appears in this month’s issue of the school in western Michigan. She con- The good news is that macy for a reasonable and high cost, preven- Journal of Sports Medicine and Physi- ducted a series of assessments on the this year’s flu shot seems cost. tion is preferred. Always cal Fitness. students including shuttle runs, curl- to be a 90% match. That Since the vaccine may practice good hand wash- “Not only does improving fitness have ups and push-ups. She then measured means that getting the flu take up to two weeks ing techniques and get physical health implications for the child, the children’s academic achievement in shot will severely decrease to develop immunity, if plenty of rest since stress it also has implications for their aca- four core classes over the course of one your chances of getting the exposed, you may need to can decrease the body’s demic achievement,” said Dawn Coe, school year as well as their performance disease and most insur- receive a prescription anti- immune system. There are assistant professor in the UT Depart- on a standardized test. ance companies will cover viral medication to help also other natural products ment of Kinesiology, Recreation, and She found that the students with the the cost both in doctor’s prevent symptoms in those that have had some suc- Sport Studies, and the lead researcher highest fitness levels performed better offices, clinics, and phar- at greatest risk such as cess in prevention and on the study. on the standardized exam and earned macies. the elderly, patients with treatment and would be “We know a lot of schools are cut- better grades. Vitamin D3 supplemen- respiratory and heart dis- glad to talk to you about ting out physical education classes and “Youth who are engaged in a physi- tation is also a good idea. ease, children, and those those products at The Med- physical activity opportunities through- cally active lifestyle reap benefits not Studies have shown that who have compromised icine Shoppe Pharmacy. out the day. Some of my previous only in their physical health but also nursing home residents immune systems. research showed that if kids have one Continued on page 2 PAGE D2 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012 Faith Church Happenings The Gold Bug Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church, 7753 Oak Ridge Hwy (The Church With a Heart in History of Christmas the Heart of Karns) will start a new session of Weight Watchers on Jan. 2, 2013. These class- es will go for 10 weeks. New or Renewing Mem- bers cost will be $125, Continuing and Transfer- ring Members cost will be $120, and Lifetime (Part One of Two) Members Over Goal cost will be $110. Lynda is a great leader and this group has lost over 600 Christmas to Christmas. their god, Marduk, in times came, they Mistletoe – since it pounds since starting last Feb. 2012! Payment stirs emo- Some of us this battle against the needed something to grew high in the trees, must be made before the first meeting on Jan tions in all of grew up being monsters of chaos. give them hope and a it was considered a 2. Payments can be left at the Church Office us. For some told that The Greeks had a simi- reason to hold on until gift from God assur- in an envelope, please write “Weight Watcher” it is painful C h r i s t m a s lar belief and celebra- spring. In Scandinavia ing us that life goes on the envelope. For more Information please due to the has pagan tion to encourage the and Scotland, where on despite the dead call Jane Damiano: 938-4768 or the church absence of roots and god of time, Kronos, the sun can disappear of winter. office: 690-1060 By Mark a loved one. Brackney, should not be to fight the darkness for days at a time, they Gifts were given as a There will be two Christmas Eve Candlelight For others, celebrated. Is away. Rome had Sat- would send out scouts way of saying “you are Services: at 5:00 p.m. there will be an informal Minister of the it creates Arlington Church that true? urnalia (who gives his to the highest moun- treasured; you will live service with young children in mind and at 8:00 headaches of Christ Christmas name to Saturday), a tains. When they saw through this dark time p.m. there will be a traditional service with trum- tr ying to has always feast that began in the sun they would and prosper again one pet, choir and candlelight. See us on the web: figure out what to buy been controversial. It mid-December and return with the news. day.” To give a gift www.beaverridgeumc.com. for everyone with a was slow to catch on continued until Jan- A great festival would was a real sacrifice; a limited budget. For in the Christian world. uary 1st. It includ- be held, called the statement of faith. Central United Methodist Church still others, it is a fes- The Catholics accept- ed masquerades, big Yuletide, and bonfires Lights were put out Central United Methodist Church, 201 Third tive time of year where ed it first. The Prot- meals, visiting friends, would be lit all around for display whether Avenue, Knoxville, TN. will be hosting two Christ- Santa Claus, gifts, estants took much and the exchange of the region. Some tied from bonfires, Yule mas Eve Services, one at 5:00 p.m. and another food, singing, parties, longer, into the mid- good luck gifts with dried apples and fruit logs, candles, or shiny at 11:00 p.m. Each service will feature special and family bring smiles 1800’s for most of friends. They placed to trees to hasten the things hung in ever- music, scripture, lighting the Christ Candle and on the face. For many them. To find the ori- laurel and green trees return of spring. greens. It was a way will close with a candlelight service Christians, it is a time gins of Christmas, we in their home and kept Among all the Celtic, to bring light back into to talk about and cel- must go back to visit candles on all day. German, and Scandi- the home and hope Grace Baptist, Seymour ebrate the birth of what was happening In Northern Europe, navian peoples were back into the heart. Wednesday, Dec. 19. A group is going caroling Christ. But I do know for this mid-winter cel- the people lived common elements to Trees were original- to visit those who cannot join us. There will have Christians who choose ebration to begin. in constant fear of their mid-winter cele- ly hung upside down two Caroling teams; one led by Choir Director to ignore or at least Mesopotamians catastrophe, disease, brations. from the ceiling and Danny Jett and the second, led by Asst. Choir deemphasize the celebrated 12 days at hunger, or sudden vio- Evergreens – a decorated with food Director, Tom McCarter. The youth will be joining birth of Jesus aspect the midwinter to assist lence. When the dark symbol of life. and shiny things to both the caroling teams. We will leave the church represent the good- at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome! Come and ness of God. It later join in this very happy and reverent event. was used to explain Tuesday, Dec. 24. The Christmas Eve candlelight the Trinity. service starts at 5:30 p.m. The short service will Songs have always end with singing carols outside the church with been used to drive candles glowing. If your church isn’t having this back the power of service, come and join us. darkness. You have the rebel yell, rocky Seymour United Methodist Church top, bonsai, to spiritu- on Wednesday, the Parents Day Out program als sung by slaves, to will hold a Christmas Program and Cookies with carols in the dark. Santa beginning at 7 p.m. Contact PDO Direc- Next week we will tor, Angie Stafford for information and details. continue our discus- The Praise Band will hold their regular weekly sion on the history rehearsal at 7:45 p.m. on Wed., 12/19/12 of the celebration of under direction of Clif Kee. Christmas. On Sunday, at 7 p.m., the rehearsal for the “Christmas Choir” (Chancel Choir plus all vol- unteers) will be held. Looking ahead to Christmas Eve, candlelight worship services with Holy Communion will be offered at both 7 and 11 p.m. Come join us for this celebration of the birth of Jesus!

Students Who Are More Physically Fit Perform Better Academically Cont. from page 1 in other aspects of their well-being, such as mental health and academic performance,” the report states. To learn more about the study, visit http:// www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23187329. To obtain a copy of the study, email lalapo@ utk.edu or [email protected]. PAGE D2 The Knoxville Fo c u s December 17, 2012 December 17, 2012 www.knoxfocus.com PAGE D3

Antiques & Collectibles The Gold Bug House to Home No vaccine or commodity over antibiotic has the long term ever kept the can be a signifi- UT Gardens, KUB partner on Right gold bug at bay cant risk and not and in these something to bet last few years the farm on all at Tree, Right Place Demonstration we have experi- once. A new tree demonstra- enced an enor- Silver has tion garden in the Univer- mous rise in the spiked as well sity of Tennessee Gar- price of gold. being pulled up dens is being funded by The old saying By Carl Sloan as a commodity the Knoxville Utilities “gold is the king from its decades Board to educate the of metals and the metal old slumber of $5- $6 to the public about planting the of kings” has been proven $35-$40 per ounce range. “Right Tree in the Right true so let’s take a look at Be careful as there is a lot Place” around utility lines. the recent trend. of silver out there and silver Between the design of the About six years ago, mines are at work everyday, garden, plants used, and prices for pure gold were not to mention the tons of it interpretative signage, fluctuating around the we personally own in vases, the new garden is a great $600 mark and that was coins, flatware and all sorts resource in educating the thought to be considered of items. public about how to plant high end. Then suddenly Gold and silver are hoard- around utility lines to avoid it hit $700 then $750 and ed worldwide yet there is the deep pruning that has stalled a bit before hitting a time to consider the risk been required on many $900 dollars and causing a of not selling those metals large, established trees frenzy that would continue that one has no real invest- in the Knoxville area. The A new tree demonstration garden in the UT Gardens, Knoxville, is a partnership with to make history every week ment in such as coins and partnership and collabo- the Knoxville Utilities Board to educate the public on planting the Right Tree in the before meeting resistance such held for years on end. ration between KUB and Right Place. Kneeling (L to R): UT Facility Services Nathan Ownby and Jacob Capps; at the $1200 to $1400 The belief that in a dire cir- UT Gardens support the KUB in safety vests (L to R): Bill Julian, Elizabeth Hannah; Back (L to R): UT Facility mark. At this point I was cumstance precious metals mission of both groups. Services Ted Murphy, Jason Cottrell, Larry Stalans, Harley Finley, Duane Atkins, Tony hearing that gold was a will be the only thing traded Both want to promote Aparijo, Brickey Hearon, Gunaranjan Arepalli, and UT Gardens Director, Dr. Sue hedge for the great reces- and recognized as currency the planting of trees and Hamilton. sion and could reach the is foolish in my opinion. I’ve ensure their long-term sur- $2,500 mark before set- always said that when the vival in the landscape, and said Sue Hamilton, UT makes it a potential elec- help keep our communi- tling down. going gets really tough and this demonstration garden Gardens director. trocution hazard to crews ty beautiful and help pro- With gold near $1,800 I have a bushel of corn and does just that. The demonstration site restoring service and to tect themselves and KUB today it looks like they who you have an ounce of gold, “The UT Gardens is a provides education on the public. crews who work on power know could be right. How- it will be me that tells you perfect venue for The protecting trees as a valu- “As a public utility, KUB lines.” ever, “will it last?” is the what your gold is worth and Right Tree, Right Place able resource and keeping is responsible for pro- If you would like more great question to ask. I say not the internet or market Demonstration since we power lines clear. Trees are viding safe and reliable information on the Right no to this question for sev- value set in London every are a public garden pro- beautiful and important power to our customers,” Tree in the Right Place eral reasons. Gold is still day. viding educational oppor- to our environment, but said Mintha Roach, KUB Demonstration, visit kub. being mined and old tail- If you need a free and tunities for not only UT fac- trees growing near or into president and CEO. “We org to learn more about ings from mines are being honest assessment for your ulty and students but the power lines are a danger take this responsibility tree planting, pruning aggressively recovered items simply call Fountain Knoxville community as and may cause power out- seriously, and our crews and other options; view with new technology. Gold, City Auction at (865)604- well. Visitors will be able ages. Having power inter- work hard to keep power videos or sample photos like paper money, is a faith 3468. I will get back with to see firsthand exam- rupted is annoying, and it lines clear and to balance of pruned trees; and find based value situation and is you right away as spaces ples of different tree spe- can also be dangerous. the beauty of trees with answers to frequent- highly susceptible to many for January sales are lim- cies appropriately planted When a tree comes in con- our commitment to serv- ly asked questions. You world views and evolve- ited. I am always glad to under and around power tact with a power line, it ing customers. By plant- can also view the “KUB ments even on a daily meet you at no cost for any lines based upon their gives electrical current a ing the right tree in the Tree Pruning: A Customer basis so to invest in any assessment. long-term mature size,” path to the ground. That right place, customers can Guide” brochure online.

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