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Laugh-A-Bit with Tidbits "Thanks for the electric guitar you gave me for Christmas,"

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"That's great," said his uncle. "Do you know how to play it?" "Oh, I don't play it," the little fellow said. "My mom gives me

a dollar a day not to play it during the day and my dad gives me five dollars a week not to play it at night."

Q: While cleaning out my mom’s desk, I found about a dozen sheets of Christmas seals from the 1950s. I plan to sell them

at a garage sale and wonder how I should price them. -- Donna, Mitchell, S.D.

A: Occasionally, sheets of Christmas Seals pop up at shops and antiques malls. Even though they are collectible, prices have remained fairly stagnant. Most of the examples I have seen from the

1950s generally sell for about a dollar a sheet.• • •

Q: My wife has a collection of 25 to 30 Byers Carolers, all

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Top Ten Things To Say About A Christmas Gift You Don't Like10. Hey! There's a gift! 9. Well, well, well ...8. Boy, if I had not recently shot up 4 sizes that would've fit.7. This is perfect for wearing around the basement.6. Gosh. I hope this never catches fire! It is fire season though. There are lots of unexplained fires.5. If the dog buries it, I'll be furious! 4. I love it -- but I fear the jealousy it will inspire.3. Sadly, tomorrow I enter the Federal Witness Protection Program.2. To think -- I got this the year I vowed to give all my gifts to charity. And the Number One Thing to say about a Christmas gift you don't like:1. "I really don't deserve this."

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School NewsDecember 22: 6:00pm BBB vs Milbank @ Willow Lake- Cyclone Dance Team will PerformDecember 22: 6:00pm GBB @ MilbankDecember 22: Wrestling @ MontroseDecember 27: 9:30am Wrestling Tournament @ WebsterDecember 30: 9am JV BBB @ Dell RapidsJanuary 2: 7:30pm BBB Sanford Pentagon Classic @ vs St. Thomas Morek

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Estelline SchoolDecember 22: 4pm JH Girls Basketball @ ArlingtonDecember 22: 6:30pm Girls Basketball @ ArlingtonDecember 23: 4pm JH Boys Basketball @ ArlingtonDecember 23: 6:30pm Boys Basketball @ ArlingtonDecember 27: 2:45pm BBB vs Oldham-Ramona/Rutland @ Brookings EntingerDecember 29: 4:45pm Girls Basketball vs Deuel @ Brookings SwiftelDecember 30: TBD BBB vs TBA@ Brookings SwiftelDecember 31: TBD BBB vs TBA@ Brookings SwiftelDecember 31: TBD GBB vs TBA@ Brookings SwiftelJanuary 2: 6pm BBB vs Iroquois

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in original boxes and in good condition. We have downsized and are looking to sell them. Do you know of anyone in the secondary market who deals in them? -- Ralph, Coventry, R.I.

A: I made several calls, and it seems that no one I contacted is in the market to buy Byers Carolers. I next monitored eBay, where several dozen are posted for sale. This might be your best bet. In my opinion, the Byers Carolers that I’ve seen are of fairly recent vintage, most from the 1990s. In other words, I don’t think these Christmas caroler figurines are quite old or rare enough to be in much demand with serious collectors.

• • •Q: I have a copy of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”

published by Dodd, Mead & Company in 1935. It is illustrat-ed by H.M. Brock. I am curious about how much it is worth. -- Grimes, Kokomo, Ind.

A: I found a copy of this edition of “A Christmas Carol” at The Bookstall, www.bookstall.com, for $55. Depending on the condition of the one you have, it could be worth a little more or a little less. Keep in mind that what something is priced at and what it eventually sells for are sometimes two different things.

• • •Q: I have inherited a collection of 160 Danish Christmas

plates, including some duplicates. My big question is, should I keep them or sell them? -- Jessica, Ramona, Calif.

A: Our economy is still sluggish, so unless you need the mon-ey, I suggest you keep them until the collectible marketplace

Deubrook Dolphins EventsDecember 22: GB/BB at Dell Rapid St. Mary's 3:30/4:45/6:15/7:30December 27: BB vs. Flandreau at Entringer Classic in Brookings 3:15December 30: JVBB at Dell Rapids Tournament 10:00January 2: GBB vs. Madison in White 4:00 (C/JV/V)January 3: BB vs.Milbank in Toronto 1:00 (C/JV/V)

Inter-Lakes Community Action ProgramDecember 22: Tator Tot Casserole, Fruit Cocktail, Ice Cream, BreadDecember 23: Pork Loin/Chop w/ Celery Sauce, Sweet Potato/Yam, Green Beans, Pineapple Tidbits, BreadDecember 24: Homemade Tomato Soup, Roast Beef Sandwich, Jell-O w/Mixed FruitDecember 25 Christmas Day-No ServiceDecember 26: Porcupine Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Mixed Veggies, Peaches, BreadDecember 29: Turkey Tetrazzini, Tossed Salad w/Tomato & Dressing, Mandarin Oranges, BreadDecember 30: Hot Beef on Bread, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Peas, Pears, Vanilla Ice CreamDecember 31: Mild Chili, Cheese Sandwich, Pudding with Fruit

At Rick's Bar • Bingo @ 7:43ish every friday night in December• New Year's Eve Party with Karaoke with Jeff Hanson Wednesday, December 31 from 9pm-1am

Go Dolphins!

Q: Every year I have to deal with brown and dying grass, because the climate we live in gets so hot in the late summer. We also have water restrictions to deal with. How can I keep my lawn healthy? -- Bryan in Norcross, Ga.

A: Dealing with watering restrictions and drought condi-tions has become a regular way of life in many Southern states, and it’s especially difficult for homeowners who want a green, lush lawn during a prime time of year for outdoor parties and

Monday December 22nd – No school - Christmas break – school resumes January 5th. Thursday December 25th- Merry Christmas!!! Saturday December 27th- BBB NSU Classic, Summit boys play Eureka-Bowdle at 4:45 pm at the Barnett Center in Aberdeen.

Sunday, December 28th- No Sunday school, 10:30 Worship at Hope. All Are Welcome. Tuesday December 30th- GBB Milbank Shootout at 1:30, Summit vs. DeSmet. Wednesday December 31st- BBB Swiftel Classic in Brook-ings, Summit vs. Potter County at 11:30 am. GBB Swiftel Classic in Brookings, Summit vs. Potter County at 1:25 pm. Thursday January 1st- Happy New Year!!!

SUMMIT BAR & GRILL

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All lunches come with dessert.Summit Bar & Grill’s Lunch SpecialsMonday 12/22 ........Baked Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy & Corn.Tuesday 12/23 ....................................................... Hot Hamburger CombosWednesday 12/24 ................................................................ BBQ with ChipsThursday 12/25 ..................................................CLOSED- Merry ChristmasFriday 12/26 ........................................................... Chili with Grilled CheeseSaturday 12/27 ............................BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich with Fries

Grades 5-12 Band Concert will be held in the gym on Monday, December 22 at 6:00 p.m. in-stead of 7:00 p.m. and the High School Choir Concert will be re-scheduled for on Monday,

December 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the theater.December Events at the Appleton Public LibraryDecember 29: 5:00 pm: Coffee, cookies & chat book club “The Christmas Train” by David Baldacci

improves. You might monitor eBay to see what current values are like.

• • •Q: I have a Decca recording of Bing Crosby’s “White Christ-

mas.” I have been offered $25 for it. Should I sell the record or

keep it? -- Paul, Davenport, IowaA: By all means, sell it. Your recording is worth only a couple

of dollars. Millions of copies were sold, and it is not rare.

© 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.


Big Stone City SchoolDecember 23–January 2

Christmas BreakJanuary 5: School Resumes

Big Stone City Library Janelle Kelly/Branch Manager400 Washington StreetBig Stone City, SD [email protected] 2-6pmSaturdays 10am-1pm

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• “Want to keep your pants from creasing on the hanger? Grab an empty paper-towel tube, and slit it down the side. When you slip it over the bottom of the hanger, it creates a wide curve for the pants to lie across, and no more crease!” -- M.U. in Colorado

• To prevent candle wax from sticking to a candle-holder, swipe the inside with a little olive oil. It’ll do the trick!

• Just in time for soup season (and my new year’s res-olutions), here’s a great fat swap: Drain and rinse two cups of white beans and puree with a cup of no-sodi-um vegetable broth. You can use this as a thickener in place of heavy cream for soups and stews. -- JoAnn

• Experts say that those who keep track of their nutri-tion and exercise are more likely to keep it up. This can be as simple as a pencil and notebook paired with a calorie guidebook, or one of the many great apps for your smartphone. In any case, set yourself up for suc-cess this year. You deserve it!

• “Cutting corn off the cob can be tricky business, but you only need to recruit the right equipment. The next time you’re making corn for dinner, grab a Bundt pan. The corn cob gets set upright in the center, and when you cut down, the kernels fall right into the pan on all sides.” -- A.S. in Texas

Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475 or e-mail JoAnn at [email protected]. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

Big Stone City Liquor StoreDecember 20 - 9pm

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No more marshmallows! A pecan-pie-inspired top-ping brings a festive twist to classic sweet potatoes.

3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar, divided2 tablespoons orange juice2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger, ground1/2 teaspoon salt3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks1 cup dried cranberries6 tablespoons butter, cut up, divided1/2 cup flour1 cup chopped pecans

1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Mix 1/4 cup of the brown sugar, orange juice, vanilla, 1/2 teaspoon each of the cinnamon and ginger, and salt in large bowl. Add sweet potatoes; toss to coat well. Spoon into 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with cranberries. Dot with 2 tablespoons of the butter. Cover with foil. Bake 30 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, mix flour, remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar and remaining 1 teaspoon each cinnamon and ginger in me-dium bowl. Cut in remaining 4 tablespoons butter with a fork until coarse crumbs form. Stir in pecans. Remove sweet po-tatoes from oven and stir gently. Sprinkle evenly with pecan topping.

3. Bake, uncovered, 25 to 30 minutes longer or until sweet potatoes are tender and topping is lightly browned. Serves 8.

• Each serving: About 439 calories, 19g total fat, 4g protein, 63g carbohydrate, 6g fiber, 23mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium.

For many more recipes, visit www.mccormick.com.© 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes Pecan Crunch Topping

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Let’s make fire with ice! Impossible, you say? Well, it just depends on how you look at it. Follow my easy process for creating these super “cool” candles that add a warm glow to any evening.

To make several medium-size candles, you’ll need:--1-pound box of paraffin wax (available in the canning section at

most markets)--1 saucepan and a tin can, such as a coffee can --Candle coloring (optional)--Ice cubes crushed into medium-size chunks. Your kids may fill a

gallon plastic bag about three-quarters full with ice. Secure the top. Let them use a hammer to break the ice into small chunks.

--Empty and clean pint- or quart-size cardboard milk cartons with the tops cut off

--A white or colored taper candle for each ice candle, 1 inch shorter than the cut carton. Trim the candle from the bottom, if necessary.

An adult should fill the bottom of the saucepan with a few inches of water and place the tin can in the center. Put a chunk of paraffin inside the can along with extra candle stubs you might have around the house. Add color-ing if you wish. Stir occasionally as the wax melts, keeping a constant eye on it since it is flammable.

For a wick, your school-age child can place a taper candle in the middle of a milk carton and pack the ice around it.

When the wax is melted, an adult should use a potholder to lift the can out of the saucepan and pour the melted wax directly into the milk carton over the ice and around the taper candle. As the wax melts the ice, you’ll hear cracking and popping!

Once the wax is hard, drain off the water a time or two. Peel the carton away from the candle and enjoy the surprise of your work of art! The ice will have formed interesting pockets, like a chunk of Swiss cheese.

To use, set it on a plate and surround it with marbles. When you light the candle, give your preschooler the job of saying “Ta-da!” as you stand around proudly watching the creation flicker on a winter’s night.

Note: An adult should always be present when burning candles.• • •

Donna Erickson’s award-winning series “Donna’s Day” is airing on public television nationwide. To find more of her creative family recipes and activities, visit www.donnasday.com and link to the NEW Donna’s Day Facebook fan page. Her latest book is “Donna Erickson’s Fabulous Funstuff for Families.”

© 2011 Donna Erickson Distributed by King Features Synd.

“Cool” Candles Add Warm Glow


It’s happened to everyone at some point -- that ugly, duplicate, wrong-sized (or just plain wrong) gift, to which we smile and say, “Thanks. It’s just what I wanted!”

Then, as soon as the coast is clear, we get in our cars and make a beeline for the customer-ser-vice counter. Because being gracious about a gift doesn’t mean we have to live with it.

Of course, if an item is homemade or unique, you’re generally stuck with it, but if not, there are a couple of alternatives.

RegiftingThis option requires care. Who doesn’t have

“stuff” they’d like to eventually downsize, and what better way than to pass it on to another deserving soul? While thrift-store boutiques are a good option, if you decide to regift to a friend or relative, remember: be sure the item is some-thing the new recipient will appreciate; leave it in the original packaging; and (it should go without saying) avoid regifting within the same circle of friends or relatives.

An exception, of course, is gag gifts ... the wackier the better. Family traditions have been born out of these, some of them lasting for years.

ReturningWhether you’re on the giving or receiving end,

if regifting isn’t an option you’ll want to check a store’s return policy before you even get in the car, to see if receipts are a must. Some stores won’t require one, but you’re also more likely to be successful if you return an item as soon as possible after it’s purchased.

In lieu of a receipt, explaining that the item was a gift will sometimes work, but if not, be ready to show verification of the purchase, such as a bank statement. You may also be asked to show ID in an effort to weed out “serial returners.” If an item is defective, your chances of getting your money back just went up exponentially, but then again, sometimes a store credit is as good a return as you’ll get.

And if you’re asked about the status of the gift? It’s better to err on the side of kindness rather than a lie that could come back to haunt you. A simple, “Would you believe so and so al-ready gave me one? I knew you wouldn’t mind if I exchanged it for a (fill in the blank)” can ease a sticky situation.

Happy gifting. And many happy returns!© 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

Gift Is Just What I Wanted (Not!)By Lucie M. Winborne


If you’re celebrating the Holidays with a party, be sure to include this scrumptious cheesecake on the menu. It looks as festive as it tastes.

2 (8-ounce) packages fat-free cream cheese1 (4-serving) package sugar-free instant white-chocolate pudding mix2/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder1 cup water1 cup reduced-calorie whipped topping1 (6-ounce) purchased chocolate pie crust1/2 teaspoon almond extract4 to 5 drops red food coloring1 tablespoon slivered almonds1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips3 maraschino cherries, quartered

1. In a large bowl, stir cream cheese with a spoon until soft. Add dry pudding mix, dry milk powder and water. Mix well using wire whisk. Blend in 1/4 cup whipped topping. Spread mixture evenly into pie crust. Refriger-ate while preparing topping.2. In medium bowl, gently combine remaining 3/4 cup whipped topping, almond extract and food coloring. Evenly spread topping mixture over set filling. Sprinkle almonds, chocolate chips and cherry pieces evenly over top. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes. Serves 8.

• Each serving equals: About 206 calories, 6g fat, 11g protein, 27g carb., 641mg sodium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 1/2 Starch, 1 Meat, 1 Fat. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

White Chocolate Cheesecake


Answers on page 12

December 22January 4: Christmas Vacation

December 224:30pm MS Gymnastics

December 27 9:30am Wrestling

December 271pm BBB vs Lake Preston @ Brookings Entinger

December 294:45pm GBB vs Estelline @ Brookings Swiftel

December 308:05pm BBB vs Wilmot @ Brookings Swiftel

January 26:30pm BBB vs Sisseton (TV)

January 311am Gymnastics @ Sisseton

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TRI-COUNTY COOPThe pumps and

convenience store are open while the new building goes up!

December 24: 8:30am TOPS December 24: 4pm Al-AnonDecember 24: 7pm Adult Open GymDecember 28: 1pm Open GymDecember 28: 5pm Adult VolleyballDecember 31: 8:30am TOPS December 31: 4pm Al-AnonDecember 31: 7pm Adult Open GymJanuary 4: 1pm Open GymJanuary 4: 5pm Adult Volleyball

CGB SchoolDecember 27: 12pm GBB @ LQPV TourneyDecember 27: 12pm BBB @ LQPV TourneyDecember 29: 12pm GBB @ LQPV TourneyDecember 29: 12pm BBB @ LQPV TourneyJanuary 2: 12pm Wrestling Rumble @ Fargo January 3: 12pm Wrestling Rumble @ Fargo January 3: 11am Gymnastics @ Sisseton

****Weekly Specials at Graceville Bar & Lounge****Mondays: 11am-2pm Lunch Buffet w/Soup & Salad Bar $9.9950¢ Wings During Monday Night FootballTuesdays: 11am-2pm Tacos, Enchiladas, Soup & Salad Bar $9.996pm-9pm $2.00 Hard Shell TacosWednesdays: 11am-2pm Lunch Buffet w/Soup & Salad Bar $9.99Thursdays: 11am-2pm Pasta Buffet & Bread Sticks w/Soup & Salad Bar $9.99 • 7-9pm $2.00 Burgers • 7-9pm Ladies NightFridays: Lunch Buffet w/Soup & Salad Bar $9.997-9pm Buy One Appetizer Get One 1/2 OFFSaturdays: 11am-2pm Cooks Choice5-8pm Soup & Salad Bar $5.99

December 20: 9pm Ugly Christmas Sweater Party with DJ @ Graceville Bar & Lounge

December 31: New Years Eve Party @ Graceville Bar & Lounge with foods & Champagne cracked open @ 12am

Watertown High SchoolDecember 24: NO SCHOOLDecember 25: NO SCHOOLDecember 26: NO SCHOOLDecember 29: NO SCHOOL

December 29: Wrestling Invite @ Sioux Falls - 11AMDecember 30: Boys BB (H) Pierre - 7PM - Arena

December 30: Girls BB @ Pierre - 7PMDecember 30: NO SCHOOL

December 30: Wrestling @ Sioux Falls ContinuesDecember 31: NO SCHOOL

Watertown Christian SchoolDecember 24-January 4

NO SCHOOL-CHRISTMAS BREAK

• Santa Land is open daily at the Midland Plaza

• Watertown Winter Wonderland every Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 6-9pm until December 28

• December 9-22: Christmas Nativities from Around the World, Benedictine Multicultural Center, Contact Sister Teresa Ann at (605) 878-2021 for more details.

• Santa's Great Giveaway-Save your receipts from our participating merchants. Drawing for door prizes will be held January 6, 2015!

Great Plains Lutheran High SchoolDecember 21-January 4

NO SCHOOL-CHRISTMAS BREAK

Q: What's a good holiday tip? A: Never catch snowflakes with your tongue until all the birds have gone south for the winter.Q. What happened when the snowwoman got angry at the snowman? A. She gave him the cold shoulder.

Q: How come you never hear anything about the 10th reindeer "Olive" ? A: Yeah, you know, "Olive the other reindeer, used to laugh and call him names"

Tidbits® of The Lake Area • (605) 541-0110 December 22, 2014

Puzzle Answers

Just before Christmas, two brothers were spending the night at their Grandma's house. At bed time, they knelt down to say their prayers.

As they closed their eyes, one boy said in a loud voice, "Dear Lord, please ask Santa Claus to bring me a Wii, a telescope and a new bike."

His older brother said, "Why are you shout-ing? God isn't deaf."

"I know," said his brother, "but Grandma is."


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December 22: 1pm NorthridgeDecember 29: 12pm Mystery Book ClubDecember 30: 6pm Library Book Club

Ortonville SchoolDecember 22: 5:00pm 7/8 Boys Basketball vs. KMS Public Schools 7th grade firstDecember 22: 6:00pm Girls Basketball@ Sisseton B at 6:00 & A at 7:30December 22: 6:00pm Boys Basketball @ West Central Area Barrett A and B onlyDecember 23: 5:00pm Wrestling Triangular @ RCWDecember 27: 1pm Girls Basketball vs CGB, MACCRAY @ Lac qui Parle Valley December 27: 5pm Boys Basketbal vs CGB, Minneota @ Lac qui Parle ValleyDecember 29: 1pm Girls Basketball vs CGB, MACCRAY @ Lac qui Parle Valley December 29: 5pm Boys Basketbal vs CGB, Minneota @ Lac qui Parle ValleyDecember 30: TBD Girls Basketball vs TBD @ SMSU-Marshall December 30: 4:50pm Boys Basketball vs Breckenridge @ Milbank (State Farm Shootout) Varsity Only-Ortonville vs Clark

Community DinerDecember 20 & 21: Chef's Choice December 22: Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy, Veggie, Roll, DessertDecember 23: Spaghetti Casserole, Garlic Toast, Salad, DessertDecember 24: Sausage & Kraut, Mashed Potatoes, Beets, DessertDecember 25: White Bean Chili, Turkey Sandwich, Carrots, DessertDecember 26: Beef Commercial, Fresh Baked Bread, California Veggies, DessertDecember 27 & 28: Chef's ChoiceDecember 29: Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy, Veggie, Roll, DessertDecember 30: Chicken Enchiladas, Spanish Rice, Corn, Dessert

Ortonville Library Hours

Monday - Thursday11am-7pm

Friday 12-5pmSaturday 10am-3pm

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FOR SALE: 353 Ford Engine bolted to C6 transmission. $325 OBO. 605-868-2974. 0106

FOR SALE: 1988 Jeep Cherokee 4X4, 105,000 miles, 1 owner. $3500 or best offer. 605-203-1821. 1215

CLOVER LEAF SPORTING CLAYS Estell-ine, SD. Bring your friends and try our scenic Sporting Clay Course. A great place to start your bachelor party! Summer Leagues. Call Russell Nelson (605) 690-3955 0609

Wanted to buy 12 gauge shell reloader and supplies. Primers, wads, powder, hulls, anything to do with reloading. Call me at 605-881-1498. 0908

FOR SALE: King size mattress and box spring. 100.00 219-628-2463 1201

For Sale: 2 Real Antique Dressers. Good condition. 1 amoire and 1 low dresser. Lots of drawers. Call 605-880-5787 / 605-878-0544. Watertown

FOR SALE: Floral Davenport, 3 cushion, beige background. Very Good Conodition. Reversible seats. Golie Heinrich. Gary, SD 1-605-272-5537. 1229

FOR SALE - 2012 Invacare hospital bed with 2 rails and plastic covered mattress. asking $400 OBO. 605-237-8054. 1215

LAKEVIEW KENNEL PET BOARDING - ATRUSTED NAME IN PET CARE. CLEAN, MODERN,STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY. FOR THE BEST CARE AVAILABLE,CALL 605-882-3342! WATERTOWN. 0000

Large Shed made for a very large dog. Double insulated. Up off the ground for all seasons. 605-233-0480. 0908

For Sale: 1995 Ford F150 FOR PARTS. New tires, good glass. $500. 605-924-1513.

For Sale: 1998 Diesel Dodge 3/4 ton Pickup. Only if interested. Call Anytime 1-605-467-0561. 0112

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8' Bay Window. Two end windows open. Screen included. Make offer. Watertown. 605-753-5313 0922

FOR SALE: Briggs & Stratton 19 1/2 hp mower. 42" cut with bagger. 5 yrs. old $1000. 605-237-0184. 0825

1989 Pace Arrow Motorhome 35 ft Class A 454 33,000 acutal miles. Very nice. $7895.00 320-766-1376 1201

FOR SALE: 2008 Cruiser Travel Trailer, 31ft. Selling for health reasons. 3 slideouts, excellent condition, awning, great floor plan. The bank gets it back or you get a good deal. 20 miles from Watertown, SD. Asking $17,200. Location or more information. 605-237-4223. 0922

1982 Goldwing Aspencade 54k Silver. Pretty Bike $1850.00 Call or text 320-766-1376 0922

18ft. Starcraft twin 35 Johnsons Minnkota auto-pilot onboard charger and gas, livewell canopy and depthfinders. e-z loader trailer with winch. 3500.00 605-492-3337 0908

For Sale: German Shorthair Puppy, 10 weeks old. 320-287-3303. 1229

WANTED: Older Show Case with Sliding Glass Doors. Also older cash register. 605-881-3540. WTN, SD 0209

FOR SALE: Delta Scroll Saw. 16 inch - 2 speed. Used little. Milbank, SD 605-467-0889 0112

For Sale: Budweiser Holiday, Avon, Terry Redlin steins. Superbowl 16 Beer Galsses and many more. Nascar & MickeyMouse phones, lamps 605-881-5350. 0106

For Sale: (2) 1 ton hoists. 18 ft lift. 605-882-4541. 0106

For Sale: Nearly New 3-big wheeled JEEP stroller. Used less than 5 times. has MP3 player hookup. Great for walking and running. $60. In Great Shape! 605-237-6410. 1229

For Sale: Memorex 10" Widescreen LCD Photo Frame. Call or text for price. Barely used, still in box. 605-690-5946. 1229

For Sale: Sony MP3/CD Walkman. New in box. Asking $10. Call or text anytime. 605-690-0055 1229

FOR SALE: Alfalfa - small square bales, 2nd cutting Alfalfa/Wheat mix - $3.75 per bale. 3rd Cutting is pure Alfalfa from separate field. $8 per bale. 605-949-2725. 1215

FOR RENT: 3 Bedroom house - full basement, good location across from Deuel School. Available January 1st. Gas furnace - no pets. Call 874-2106 or 880-8102. Clear Lake, SD 0102

Aberdeen Home - Built 20122 bedroom, 1 Bath. Lg Fenced Yard, Lg Shed, Paved Driveway, Lg Deck, Close to Schools. Great modern starter home! Asking 115,000 Please Call 605-290-0473. 1208

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Leaky Window Sash Is a Simple FixQ: One of the windows in our bedroom is leaking air un-

derneath the bottom sash. On cold days I can feel air flowing between the sash and the windowsill, and condensation often forms along the bottom of the windowpane. In the summer, this is the window that we put our air-conditioning unit in. I checked underneath the sash to see if there is any damage, but did not see any. How can I stop the leak? -- Drafty in Durham, N.H.

A: The window frame may not be damaged, but some slight warping may have occurred over time as the window braced the air-conditioning unit. If there is no visible damage, you should be able to quickly block the leak using weather stripping.

As far as the condensation: If the condensation is on the outside or inside of the window -- and not forming between

double panes -- it probably is a normal occurrence during winter. (If it forms between double panes, it may be time to replace that pane or bottom sash.) However, its location can help you pinpoint where a gap exists between the sash and the sill.

In this case, the condensation is forming along the bottom of the window. On really cold days it may even drip down and puddle along the sill. It signals that warm and cold air are meeting much more frequently along that sash than other parts of the window.

As I mentioned, weather stripping should resolve this prob-lem quickly. Your main concern is what type of weather stripping to use. This Old House has a nice, quick guide to the different types of weather stripping here: www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/photos/0,,20441335,00.html.

Because you need a fix in a hurry, consider either felt strip-ping or foam tape. You probably will need to replace the felt stripping each year, but it’s fairly inexpensive, and easy to install with finishing nails or a staple gun. Foam tape comes in several widths and can be rapidly installed by peeling off the backing and sticking into place along the bottom of the sash.

A pricier, but longer-lasting option is a vinyl-tube type of

weather stripping. It’s durable and can be purchased in different widths, and typically has the option of either a peel-and-stick backing or screw-in fasteners.

Before installing weather stripping, clean the contact surfaces of the window thoroughly with soap and water and make sure they are completely dry. Measure the width of the bottom sash and cut the stripping with an extra inch on each side. When you install the stripping, use a utility knife to trim away excess at each edge.

HOME TIPIf the windows in your home or a room

fog up regularly in winter, try increasing air circulation to reduce humidity: open

curtains and crack windows for a few minutes daily, or run a dehumidifier.

Send your questions or home tips to [email protected]. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

By Samantha Mazzotta

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’m planning to adopt a cat soon. This is my first pet, and I’m looking forward to caring for it. The local shelter gave me a few instructions to follow, pre-adoption, including making an appointment for a veterinary checkup. Is there anything I should know about my cat’s first vet visit? -- Kara L., Buffalo, N.Y.

DEAR KARA: Congratulations on deciding to accept a cat into your life! It will be a rewarding experience. I’m also glad that you’re doing your homework ahead of time to give your cat the best start on a new life.

Here are a few tips that will help with your first veterinary visit:• Research local clinics ahead of time. Is there one that specializes in

cats? • Purchase a cat carrier that best fits your cat (in terms of size, not decor).

Pet’s First Visit to the Veterinarian

This will make transporting the cat from the shelter and to and from the vet much easier and safer.

• Keep all paperwork from the shelter in a folder and bring it with you.

• You should be able to be present during the exam. It’s a great time to ask questions about caring for your cat. Bring a pencil and pad to take notes.

• Listen to the vet as he or she gives you information about your cat’s general health. Vets or their assistants often talk to you throughout the process, telling you what they’re checking for and the result.

• Follow the vet’s instructions. If a follow-up visit or more tests are needed, make sure you do it. Write down special instructions like how much and what type of food to feed your cat, or instructions on giving medication. And don’t be afraid to ask for clarification if you don’t understand something.

Send your questions or comments to [email protected].© 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

by Samantha Weaver

• It was novelist Mary Ann Evans -- better known by her pen name, George Eliot -- who made the fol-

lowing sage observation: “Blessed is the man who, hav-ing nothing to say, abstains from giving wordy evidence of the fact.”

• In the five-year span between 1946 and 1951, televi-sion ownership in the United States jumped from 10,000 to 12 million.

• You probably don’t know the name Clara Peller, but if you were watching TV in the 1980s, you would almost certainly recognize her as the “Where’s the beef?” lady from fast-food chain Wendy’s incredibly successful ad campaign. You might be surprised to learn that Peller wasn’t an actress; she was a manicurist. A commercial producer named Joe Sedelmaier was shooting a different ad when he realized they needed a manicurist on site,

so an assistant ran to a local beauty shop and returned with Peller. As soon as she greeted Sedelmaier with a gruff “How ya doin’?”, the producer realized that she had potential. He convinced Wendy’s to create an entire campaign around the octogenarian. The gamble paid off; the restaurant’s sales jumped by 15 percent almost as soon as the ads began to run.

• TV’s Gilligan’s island was created in the middle of an artificial lake at CBS Studios in Hollywood. The cost of construction was $75,000.

• The next time you’re at a hockey game, be sure to watch out for stray pucks; they travel through the air at speeds of up to 100 mph.

• There is a species of ant found in Australia and Tas-mania that, in some cases, can kill a human with a single sting.




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