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Courtesy Photo
Pictured (from left to right) in the front row: Jim Baumgartner, Phil Snyder, Dan
Radtke, Carl Haase, Jim Nipper Wisniski, Dennis Lynch, Rich Nickelson,
Al Rohrstaff, John Carter and Chales Rhodea. Middle row: Head coach Mal
Pearson, Jim Brye, Clinton Smith, Marty Skiera, Jim Coombs, Evans Johnson,
Mike Maurer, Dave Schultz, Burke Peterson, Dan Doyles and assistant coach
Ken Foust. Back row: Team manager Ron Peterson, Dan Patulski, Don Swanson,
Bob Bowes, Ron Wicinski, Dave Bradshaw, Jim Konicki, Robert Duchinski,
Dennis Edmondson, Bill Preston, Bill Tetzlaff and manager Chuck Baker. Not
pictured: Dave Patulski.
NOTHING MYTHICAL
ABOUT IT
By MATT WENZEL
SportS Editor
Long before the playoffs, state champi-
ons were determined by newspapers, wire
services and coaches.
Theyre called mythical state titles.
However, the members of the 1961
Manistee football team know what they
accomplished was very real.
Back then, said former co-captain and
fullback Jim Nipper Wisniski, we didnt
think there was a team in the state that
could have beat us.
Its been 50 years since the Chippewas
went 8-0 and earned a share of a Class B
state title by United Press Internationals
coaches board. And while the old newspa-
per clippings and black and white photos
are still floating around, theyre not the only
remnants of the team.
My good friends, the guys I hang
around with the most, are still the guys
that were on that team, said former quar-
terback Phil Snyder. We stay pretty close
together.
Needless to say, the state championship
is a frequent topic of conversation.
Oh yeah. The wives really get upset,
Wisniski said. My wife says, it always goes
back to the days you played football. I say,
hey, that was our time.
STACKED TEAM
Manistee was just three seasons
removed from its last state title and com-
ing off a 7-1 campaign when the Chippewas
gathered for camp in 1961.
We knew we could do it, guard Carl
Haase said of having a stellar season. We
had almost the same team coming back.
This was also before Manistee Catholic
Central fielded a team, making it Manistees
only gridiron gang.
Back then you didnt have Catholic
Central, so we were all together, Wisniski
said. You had Filer City, Stronach, East
Lake all the boys around the lake,
Parkdale it all came together. Kids who
came out of the Catholic school in eighth
and ninth grade wanted to play football,
they all came over to Manistee High.
We generated a good Polish team back
then, he added with a laugh.
COACH PEARSON
Mal Pearson, who passed away in 2009
at age 86, started coaching at Manistee in
1950 and 1961 was his last season with the
Chippewas before moving on to Wheaton
College. Pearson was known as a discipli-
narian, but also a father figure to his play-
ers.
He taught us the fundamentals of being
good to each other and working as a team,
Wisniski said. There was no individuals.
Everyone worked together.
That resulted in a camaraderie that mul-
tiple players said was a key to the teams
success.
If nothing else, we were probably one
of the closest teams, Haase said. Even to
this day, were still in contact and still good
friends.
GROUND ATTACK
Pearson was quoted in a 1961 story as
saying, Anyone can carry 13 ounces of
leather, but it takes a real football player to
throw a block.
That was the Chippewas philosophy
and it showed in the numbers. In statistics
from Peasons personal notebook on the
team, the Chippewas rushed for 2,249 yards
while averaging 5.15 yards per carry. There
are no passing statistics recorded.
I think we had about three passes com-
Road to 8-0
Manistee 20, Alpena 0
Manistee 34, Kalamazoo Loy Norrix 0
Manistee 10, Big Rapids 0
Manistee 35, Alma 0
Manistee 13, Ludington 6
Manistee 26, Cadillac 0
Manistee 9, Mount Pleasant 7
1961 Chippewas mark 50-year anniversary of gridiron
dominace, last state championship
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Despite round-the-clock
access to text messaging, email
and social networking sites,
meaningful connections some-
times seem harder to come by
than ever these days.
While it is easy to let all your
friends and family know about
your new promotion or engage-
ment with a status update online,
dont forget the importance of
personal correspondence in
todays digital age.
This year, resolve to connect
better with your close friends
and family. Here are some tips to
help you keep in touch:
n Start the year off right by
wishing your loved ones health
and happiness with New Year
cards. Consider personalizing
the cards with photos of you and
your family.
n Make appointments for
important phone calls that are
easy to put off. If you have an
actual appointment, you cant
and wont forget to give Mom and
Dad a call. Better yet, make it a
standing weekly ritual you will all
look forward to each week.
n Want to tell a friend whats
new? Send a note on personal-
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beats good old fashioned face-to-
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party at your house. There will be
time enough to make meaningful
conversation, and complete your
duties as host.
n For the really important
milestones like birth announce-
ments and engagements, youll
want to let your friends hear
about it directly from you. Sites
like www.minted.com have the
tools youll need to personalize
your announcements.
Life is short. So whether you
want to create or improve your
connections with family and
friends, there is no better time
than the present to get started.
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SYNDICATE
A disaster can happen any time to any-
one and the better prepared you are, the
better your odds of surviving it.
Recently, the news has been filled with
stories of tornadoes, earthquakes and
floods, all of which have caused enormous
destruction and, in some cases, loss of life.
It has caused many people to think about
survival kits and plans.
Making A Plan
What should you plan for and what
should your survival kit contain?
The U.S. Department of Homeland
Security encourages people to consult web-
sites such as www. ready.gov.
In the event of an emergency, it may
be necessary to survive on your own. With
that reality in mind, the site has a helpful
checklist of items to keep on hand, includ-
ing:
nWater
nNonperishable food
nRadio, flashlight and batteries
nFirst aid kit
nWhistle
nDust masks
n-Plastic sheeting and duct tape
n-Cell phone and charger or inverter.
Stay Powered
Another key consideration: preparing
for a loss of electricity.
A home-based survival kit proves its
value in an emergency. And thats also
when a residential standby generator can
make all the difference, enabling you to
stay in your home in comfort and safety.
Unlike portable units, a home standby
generator is hardwired into your homes
electrical system. Teamed with an auto-
matic transfer switch, the residential
generator automatically kicks in when it
senses a loss of utility power, and it auto-
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restored.
There are several factors to consider in
determining the right generator for your
home, including square footage, wattage
of critical appliances and fuel preference
natural gas or propane. Fortunately,
companies such as Cummins Onan can
help you select the right generator for your
needs. Once you decide on a model, let a
professional electrical contractor handle
the installation. Its not a DIY job.
For More Information
For more information on emergency
preparedness in general and standby
power in particular, visit powertoprepare.
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important resources that can help you
determine and implement your own plan,
as well as helpful videos and eye-opening
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By David Morgan
STAFF WRITER
If you have a jewelry box with bling from
an old fing or a coffee can full of old
coins, you may want to haul it down to
the Manistee Inn & Marina this week.
The gold and silver markets have not been
this strong for over 30 years said Dennis
Kouts Ohio Valley Refnery spokesperson.
Typically when the U.S. dollar is weak
and the economy is fat, gold and silver
markets soar. Thats good news if you
are sitting on a few gold necklaces or an
old class ring says Kouts.
Starting Tuesday at 9am and every
day this week through Saturday, the Ohio
Valley Refnery is setting up a satellite
refnery right here in Manistee at the
Manistee Inn & Marina. During their
5 day stay, anyone can bring gold, silver,
pre-1970 coins and turn them into cash
on the spot explains Dennis Kouts. Just
about everybody has some amount of
gold or silver just lying around collecting
dust and this week anybody can sell theirs
direct to our refnery. Typically selling
direct to a refnery is reserved for larger
wholesale customers like jewelry stores,
pawn shops and laboratories says Kouts.
We are changing how business is done,
he explains we want to do business
with everybody so we took our business
to the streets. Our teams visit various
cities around the country hosting 5 day
events and allowing the general public
to take advantage of our services. The
turnout has been overwhelming says
Kouts. Usually each day is busier than
the previous day. It seems once people
come to us and sell something, they are
so amazed what an old ring or gold coin
is worth, they go home and start digging
around for more and telling relatives,
friends and neighbors. Its like a feeding
frenzy by the third day. People line up with
everything from gold jewelry to sterling
silver fatware sets to old coins. I think
during this bad economy everybody can
use extra money, but most people say they
are taking advantage of selling direct to
our refnery because of the higher prices
we pay.
During this special event, anyone is
welcome to bring all types of gold, silver
and platinum to the refnery and turn it
in for instant payment. The types of items
they will accept include all gold jewelry,
gold coins, gold ounces, dental gold,
old coins made before 1970 including
silver dollars, halves, quarters and dimes,
anything marked sterling including
fatware sets, tea pots, silver bars, silver
ounces and all industrial precious metals.
What should you expect if you go
to the event to sell your gold and/or
silver? Just gather up all gold, silver and
platinum in any form. If you are not sure
if its gold or silver, bring it in and they
will test it for free. When you arrive at
the event you will be asked to fll out a
simple registration card and will be issued
a number. Seating will be available.
When your number is called you will be
escorted to a table where your items will
be examined, tested and sorted. This only
takes a few minutes, using their expertise
and specialized equipment. Items will be
counted and/or weighed. The value of
the items will be determined based on
up to the minute market prices. Live feeds
will be available at the event displaying
current market prices of all precious
metals. If you choose to sell your items,
they will be bagged and tagged and you
will be escorted to the cashier to collect
your payment. Waiting time to sell your
items may range from just a few minutes
to 1 hour, so bring something to read.
If you are the owner of a jewelry store,
pawn shop, dentist offce or a dealer you
are encouraged to call ahead to make
an appointment with the smelt master to
discuss their special dealer programs.
They can be reached during Refnery
hours at (217) 787-7767.
Ohio Valley Refnery will open for
business Tuesday from 9am6pm. The
event continues every day through
Saturday. No appointment is needed for
the general public.
BUYING
ALL SILVER
AND GOLD
JEWELRY
MANISTEE RESIDENTS BEING PAID ON THE SPOT
AS THEY TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE RECORD HIGH
GOLD AND SILVER PRICES!
Above: Renery representatives will be on hand starting Tuesday through Saturday to pur-
chase all gold, silver, pre-1970 coins and platinum items. Public welcome!
International buyers
in town this week and
ready to stimulate
economy!
LOCAL RESIDENTS
READY TO CASH IN!
COINS: All coins made before
1970: silver and gold coins,
dollars, halves, quarters, dimes,
nickels and pennies. All conditions
wanted!
VINTAGE GUITARS: Martin, Gibson,
Fender, National, Rickenbacker,
Gretsch, Mandolins, Banjos and all
other musical instruments.
WRIST & POCKET WATCHES: Rolex,
Tiffany, Hublot, Omega, Chopard,
Cartier, Philippe, Waltham,
Swatch, Elgin, Bunn Special,
Railroad, Ebel, Illinois, Hamilton &
all others
JEWELRY: Gold, silver, platinum,
diamonds, rubies, sapphires, all
types of stones and metals, rings,
bracelets, necklaces, etc. (including
all costume jewelry)
WAR MEMORABILIA: Revolutionary
War, Civil War, WWI, WWII, etc:
swords, badges, clothes, photos,
medals, knives, gear, letters.
Local records reveal to our research
department that recent vintage guitar
sold for $2400.00 and another for
$12,000.00 to a collector that will
be tied into the event this week via
live database feed.
ITEMS OF INTEREST
Above: Renery representatives will be on hand starting Tuesday through Saturday to
purchase all gold, silver and platinum items, as well as coins. Public welcome!
PAID ADVERTISEMENT
SILVER AND GOLD COIN PRICES
UP DURING POOR ECONOMY.
FLOWING HAIR STELLA
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Bring this pass and beat the lines!
Dont miss your chance of cashing in at these Record High Gold & Silver Prices!
E X P R E S S P A S S
E X P R E S S P A S S
GOLD
IS TRADING AT ALL TIME HIGHS
NOW IS THE TIME TO CASH IN!
ALL JEWELRY ACCEPTED
NO
WAITING
GOLD

SILVER
*This amount depends upon rarity, condition and what collectors are willing to pay
INFORMATION
WHO OHIO VALLEY GOLD
& SILVERY REFINERY
WHAT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
TO SELL THEIR GOLD
AND SILVER
WHERE MANISTEE INN & MARINA
378 RIVER STREET
MANISTEE, MI 49660
WHEN JANUARY 3RD - 7TH
TUESFRI 9AM6PM
SATURDAY 9AM4PM
DIRECTIONS 231.723.4000
INFORMATION 217.787.7767
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NORTH AMERICAN
PRECIS SYNDICATE
One in three people 50 years old
or older has not been screened for
colon cancer, yet screening could
help save their lives. This statistic is
just one of the troubling findings of
a national study by the Colon Cancer
Alliance, the leading national patient
advocacy organization dedicated to
increasing colon cancer screening
rates and survivorship, and Quest
Diagnostics, the worlds leading
diagnostic testing company. The two
organizations recently teamed up
to uncover the barriers that prevent
people from being tested for colon
cancer (also known as colorectal
cancer), the second-leading cause
of cancer-related deaths in men and
women in the U.S.
Screening by colonoscopy, fecal
immunochemical tests and other
methods helps identify colon can-
cer in early stages when it is still
highly treatable. For this reason, the
American Cancer Society recom-
mends screening for every man and
woman of average risk, beginning at
age 50. African Americans, smokers
and anyone who has a family history
or other risk factors should be tested
even earlier. Yet the Colon Cancer
Alliance/Quest Diagnostics study
found that many people 50 and over
are not being screened. Moreover,
the barriers to screening ranged
from the lack of recommendation
for screening by a healthcare profes-
sional to time and cost constraints.
The study also suggested that fear of
the bowel preparation, side effects
and anesthesia typically associated
with colonoscopy are additional bar-
riers.
Screening tests like a colon-
oscopy do a superb job of catching
colon cancer in early, treatable
stages, said Jon R. Cohen, M.D.,
senior vice president and chief
medical officer, Quest Diagnostics.
Unfortunately, some people refuse
to undergo these proven tests
because they find them inconvenient
and unpleasant. Other individuals
simply do not understand the value
of screening, in some cases because
a healthcare professional has not
talked to them about it.
The study also found that 80
percent of respondents said theyd
be more likely to be screened if a
convenient blood test were available.
Blood tests that detect the DNA of
colon cancer tumors shed into the
bloodstream are available in the
U.S. and Europe, but have yet to be
adopted into medical guidelines for
screening. Quest Diagnostics offers
its ColoVantage blood test to help
physicians evaluate colon cancer risk
in patients who refuse to undergo
colonoscopy or other guideline-
recommended tests. A positive test
result requires further evaluation
that may include colonoscopy.
Any death from colon cancer
due to a failure to screen is a tragedy
that could have been prevented,
said Andrew Spiegel, chief executive
officer of the Colon Cancer Alliance.
I encourage patients to talk to
their healthcare providers about the
importance of colon cancer screen-
ing, their risk factors for colon can-
cer, and the different screening tests
available. With increased screening
rates, deaths from colon cancer may
one day be a thing of the past.
To learn more, visitwww.ccal-
liance.org or www.QuestDiagnostics.
com/ColoVantage.
Colon cancer screening
saves lives, but many
people dont get tested
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Over 50? Talk to your doctor about getting tested for colon cancer.
NORTH AMERICAN
PRECIS SYNDICATE
Anytime of year can be
the right time to make sure
you are getting enough of
the sunshine vitamin
vitamin D.
Vitamin D not only
helps maintain strong
bones and calcium levels
in the blood, but there is
growing evidence linking
this important nutrient
to overall good health. In
fact, if you are among the
77 percent of American
adults who are vitamin D
deficient, research shows
you may be at an increased
risk for rickets, osteoporo-
sis, cardiovascular disease,
autoimmune disease and
certain types of cancer.
To help, here are four
tips to help you achieve
and maintain healthy vita-
min D levels:
Know your
number
A simple blood test
ordered by your physician
can assess your vitamin D
sufficiency level compared
to federally recommended
guidelines. Some tests even
help doctors obtain a more
accurate, reliable measure-
ment of your total vitamin
D level, which looks at the
two most important forms
of vitamin D to humans:
D2, which is found in
plants, and D3, which is
produced in human skin
when its exposed to sun-
light.
By knowing your total
vitamin D number, you and
your physician can develop
a plan to help you maintain
healthy vitamin D levels.
get some sun
Sun exposure plays a
crucial role in the daily
production of vitamin D.
However, too much unpro-
tected exposure increases
the risk of skin cancer.
Research finds that as little
as 10 minutes of direct sun-
light a day in certain popu-
lations can help to prevent
deficiencies.
eat right
Regularly eating foods
rich in vitamin D such as
salmon, canned tuna fish in
oil, white mushrooms, car-
rots, dark leafy greens and
fortified brands of milk,
juices, and cereal products
helps maintain adequate
levels.
Consider
supplements
Taking daily vitamin
D supplements is another
way to help maintain ade-
quate amounts. Your doc-
tor can help you determine
which supplement type and
amount is right for you.
As always, check with
your doctor before making
any significant changes to
your lifestyle or diet.
For more information
on vitamin D, vitamin D
deficiency and the impor-
tance of measuring total
vitamin D levels, visit www.
siemens.com/VitaminD.
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Vitamin D not only helps maintain strong bones and calcium levels in the blood, but there is growing evidence
linking this nutrient to overall good health.
Tips on maintaining healthy levels of vitamin D
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COMMUNITY
CALENDAR
TUESDAY, JAN. 3
Manistee area Parkinson Support Club,
11 a.m., education building, West Shore
Medical Center.
DAV Service ofcer will process VA
claims, other veteran/dependent needs,
10 a.m.-1 p.m., VFW, 28th St., Manistee,
walk-ins welcome. Call for appointment,
(231) 723-9220
DAV meeting, 7:30 p.m., VFW POST
28th St, members.
Michigan Veterans Trust Fund Reps.
will be in the ofce to take applications
from vets in need of Assistance,1- 3 p.m.
Manistee County Veterans Ofce 398-
3587
Lighthouse Pregnancy Care Center, 234
Parkdale Ave., 398-7984, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 4
VFW Service ofcer, VA will process
claims, other veteran/dependent needs,
Walk-ins welcome VFW, 28th St.,
Manistee, 723-9220
Ms. B. Matzen , MI. Veterans
Employment Specialist, DVOW II,
DELEG 1660 S US 31, Manistee, Mi 9
a.m.-4 p.m. 398-3175
THURSDAY, JAN. 5
Michigan Blood Drive at West Shore
Medical Center, 12 noon-4 p.m., Rm. #2.
Appts. encouraged, (866)642-5663.
Lighthouse Pregnancy Care Center, 234
Parkdale Ave., 398-7984, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 6
Showing of the lm Courageous, 7:30
p.m., Assembly of God, 611 Merkey
Road
MONDAY, JAN. 9
Eskel Norbeck Manistee Veterans
Counselor will process claims and
other vet/dependent needs, Veteran
center, Manistee courthouse, 9 a.m-3
p.m., appt. 398-3587
TUESDAY, JAN. 10
DAV Service ofcer will process VA
claims, other veteran/dependent needs,
10 a.m.-1 p.m., VFW, 28th St., Manistee,
walk-ins welcome. appt, 723-9220
American Legion meeting 7 p.m.; 10
Mason, Manistee
Michigan Veterans Trust Fund Reps.
will be in the ofce to take applications
from vets in need of Assistance,1- 3 p.m.
Manistee County Veterans Ofce 398-
3587
Lighthouse Pregnancy Care Center, 234
Parkdale Ave., 398-7984, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
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NORTH AMERICAN
PRECIS SYNDICATE
For most infants, spitting up
is perfectly normal. Usually, it
goes away on its own after a year
or two. Sometimes, however, its
not just a phase and something a
doctor needs to check. It could be
gastro-esophageal reflux disease
(GERD).
Reflux occurs when stom-
ach contents flow back into the
esophagus. Under normal cir-
cumstances, the lower esophageal
sphincter (LES) acts like a valve
to prevent this backflow. Because
it usually takes about 12 months
for the LES to mature, infants do
occasionally spit up. Even beyond
that time, almost all children
experience some reflux, and in
most cases, its of no concern.
When reflux causes trouble-
some symptoms, it is called
GERD. Parents and caregivers
might not think to suspect it
because the child might not be
able to accurately describe the
symptoms. Parents should be
aware that continued reflux can
irritate the esophagus, sometimes
leading to tissue damage, poor
weight gain and respiratory prob-
lems.
Signs and symptoms of GERD
include:
nraspy or hoarse-sounding
voice
nchronic cough
nrecurrent pneumonia in a
neurologically handicapped child
nwheezing
ndifficult or painful swallow-
ing
nregurgitation
nfrequent sore throat
nweight loss
nheartburn (in older chil-
dren).
If you suspect your child
has GERD, you should contact
your doctor to discuss the symp-
toms, explains Nancy J. Norton,
president and founder of IFFGD,
the International Foundation
for Functional Gastrointestinal
Disorders.
Left untreated, a child or
teenager might have difficulty
sleeping or eating. Their growth
also might be affected or they
could become increasingly more
uncomfortable. This doesnt have
to happen. Treatments are avail-
able.
When checking for GERD,
doctors need a reliable descrip-
tion of symptoms from the parent
or child. Other conditions, such
as an allergic inflammation of the
esophagus called eosinophilic
esophagitis, can mimic GERD
symptoms. The doctor, after
examining the child, may recom-
mend tests to check the esopha-
gus, stomach and small intestine
for problems.
Treatments vary, depend-
ing on the childs symptoms and
age. Often, a doctor will suggest
that families first try lifestyle and
dietary changes. In infants, this
might mean thickening the cereal
or other feeding, providing more
frequent feedings, taking care not
to overfeed, and keeping the head
elevated, especially during the
first hour after a meal.
In older children, lifestyle
changes might include:
nHaving the child eat more
frequent, smaller meals;
nAvoiding feeding the child
two to three hours before bed;
nRaising the head of the
childs bed 6 to 8 inches by put-
ting blocks of wood under the
bedposts;
nAvoiding carbonated drinks,
chocolate, caffeine and foods that
are high in fat or contain a great
deal of acidmany citrus fruits,
for exampleor spices.
If symptoms do not improve
with these changes, prescription
or over-the-counter medications
might be suggested. Some of
these medications help decrease
the amount of acid made in the
stomach, or they keep acid from
backing up into the esophagus.
Other medications help improve
the movement of food through
the digestive tract.
You can learn more about
GERD and its treatment from
your pediatrician or by ordering
the IFFGDs free information
packet. It can be obtained from
iffgd@iffgd.org, (414) 964-1799
or www.aboutGERD.org.
Is your childs reflux/spitting up a point of concern?
NAPSI Photo
Children who reflux a lot may need to see a doctor to find out if their digestive system is working
properly.
NORTH AMERICAN
PRECIS SYNDICATE
Heres news of how you can protect yourself
and your family from a serious but rare condi-
tion.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) is warning the public that the use of ben-
zocaine gels and liquids for mouth or gum pain
can lead to a rare but serious condition called
methemoglobinemia, which causes the amount of
oxygen in the bloodstream to be greatly reduced.
These over-the-counter products, in which the
main ingredient is benzocaine, are sold under a
number of store brands and national brands such
as Anbesol, Hurricaine, Orajel, Baby Orajel, and
Orabase. Benzocaine is also found in lozenges
and sprays used to relieve pain from teething,
canker sores and irritated gums.
The rare condition occurred mainly in chil-
dren aged 2 years or younger who were given
benzocaine gel for teething. Symptoms of met-
hemoglobinemia dont always appear but can
include pale, gray- or blue-colored skin, lips and
nail beds; shortness of breath; fatigue; confusion;
headache; light-headedness; and rapid heart
rate. These signs usually appear within minutes
to hours of applying benzocaine and may occur
with the first application of benzocaine or after
additional use. If you or your child develops any
of these symptoms, see a doctor right away.
Benzocaine-containing products should not
be used on children less than 2 years old, unless
a doctor says to, and should be stored out of
childrens reach.
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers
some easy, safe alternatives for treating teething
pain:
nGive the child a chilled teething ring.
nGently rub or massage the childs gums
with your finger.
If these methods dont ease the pain, ask your
doctor.
Caution required
when using over-
the-counter oral
pain relievers
DINNER IDEAS
NORTH AMERICAN
PRECIS SYNDICATE
When time is of the essence, the
clever combination of a few freezer
or pantry staples can make all the
difference. Used by home cooks and
professional chefs alike, kitchen
shortcuts can save you time, money
and, possibly, your sanity.
Canned and jarred ingredients
such as beans, stocks, soups and
sauces may be slightly costlier than
homemade, but the convenience
more than compensates. Canned
beans can be used in stews, salads
and dips. Premade stocks and soups
add flavor and complexity to sauces
or casseroles. Jarred sauces provide
a versatile base for pasta or rice
dishes. While these items have a lon-
ger shelf life than fresh alternatives,
they still expire. Check the dates
on your pantry staples often and
replace your stash when necessary.
It may come as a shock, but fro-
zen vegetables are often better than
their fresh counterparts for quick
cooking. Items such as frozen corn,
peas and broccoli are harvested at
the peak of the growing season and
are flash frozen to preserve fresh-
ness and taste. Throw frozen corn
into a zesty tortilla soup, stir frozen
peas into a creamy pasta dish or fold
frozen broccoli into a cheesy rice
casserole to boost vegetable count.
Beyond vegetables, the frozen
section provides a variety of meal
starters just waiting for the home
cooks personal touch. Family-owned
and operated Michael Angelos
Gourmet Foods best known for
its frozen Italian meals offers
a selection of traditional Italian
meal starters, and implements the
same flash-freezing process used
on fresh vegetables to preserve fla-
vor and freshness. The companys
Chicken Piccata and Italian-Style
Sausage and Meatballs both come
fully cooked in flavorful lemon-but-
ter or traditional marinara sauce,
respectively, but without the pasta
that accompanies most Italian fro-
zen meals. This way, the home cook
can customize meals by serving
the protein and sauce combination
over fresh pasta, mashed potatoes
or steamed vegetables. Additional
options include combining the
Chicken Piccata with rice and veg-
etables for a comforting casserole
or stuffing the Italian-Style Sausage
and Meatballs inside fluffy rolls for a
traditional sub sandwich.
Because Michael Angelos pledges
never to add unnecessary preserva-
tives, fillers and chemical additives,
you can feel good about feeding your
family and friends a naturally deli-
cious meal with a personal twist.
For more information, visit www.
michaelangelos.com or call (877)
482-5426.
Mealtime shortcuts save time and money
NAPSI Photos
(ABOVE) Having a few frozen ingredients on hand can help you have a hot, home cooked meal in minutes.
(BELOW) Wholesome and delicious family meals can be found at the grocers frozen aisle.
5
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PETS AVAILABLE FORADOPTION
FINAL WEEK!! Homeward Bound is offering a Holiday special just in
time for Christmas - the price for adopting a mixed breed dog is
reduced from $125 to $75 and the price for adopting a purebred dog
is reduced from $200 to $150. All of our dogs are already spayed or
neutered, wormed and vaccinated. Help to make a Christmas wish come
true for one of our lovable dogs by giving them their forever home! This
special adoption rate is good until December 30th!

Did you know you can now adopt a cat or kitten for only $40?! All of
our cats and kittens are already spayed or neutered, wormed and vac-
cinated and are ready to help you celebrate the holidays. We are home
to many, many cats and kittens in all shapes, sizes, colors and person-
alities. We have also implemented a new program called "Senior Cats
for Senior Citizens." Please stop in or call us for more information!
www.petfinder.com (search by zip code 49660)
231-723-PETS (7387)
homewardboundmanistee.org
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Tim Bosma
20+ years experience
Reasonable Rates
Handyman
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JDL SERVICES
Entertainment Services
High definition, Blu-ray, instruc-
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Computer
Optimization/Ram upgrade, WIFI
Plumbing/Electrical
Hook-up/repair
Miscellaneous
Painting, caulking, door/cabinet
installation, various other
services as needed.
(231)907-2626
Heating/Plumbing
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MECHANICAL
PLUMBING, HEATING,
AIR CONDITIONING
24 hr. Emergency Service
No overtime charge
(231)723-2425
Furnace Clean & Check
$49.95
Home Services
HANDYMAN AND MORE!
Interior and Exterior Repairs
Kitchen Cabinet and
Appliance Installation
Carpenter, Cabinet Maker,
Tile Installation, Wood Flooring,
Drywall, Etc.
Experienced
References
Tom Reckow
(231)723-5470
(231)233-1017
Jeweler
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NEW JEWELRY
CONNECTION
Designed locally
Custom crafted gifts
Rings & Necklaces
Gemologist, Jeweler,
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On Duty Tuesday 11-5:30
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"Specializing in all your
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Fall Clean-up
Snow Removal
Lawn & Grounds
Maintenance
Commercial and Residential
Affordable
Reliable
Licensed and Insured
231-723-8554
231-510-2763
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SERVICE
Giving bids for
snow removal.
Use of plow
or snowblower
Free Estimates, Insured
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Property Mgmt.
Satellite TV
Small Engine Repair
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Accepting new accounts for the
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Satisfaction Guaranteed
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Snowblowing & Shoveling
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Interior & Exterior Painting
Plaster & Drywall Repairs
Pressure Washing
Free Estimates
Insured
Call Dave
510-6723
or 723-2971
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Own a home or apartment
you want to rent?
Please call, we are
Home Placement Specialists
Easy and affordable
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Residential
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Digital Antenna Installation
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Audio Systems
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Serving Manistee County
for 38 years.
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Quality, performance,
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Receive Energy Tax Credit
Lifetime Warranty
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MANISTEE NEWS ADVOCATE
Independent Contractors
The News Advocate has several
openings for Independent Contrac-
tors for daily or weekend newspaper
delivery. All routes are walking
routes and are located within town
in Manistee. Those interested can
fill out an application at the office,
located at 75 Maple Street.
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enced candidates for manufacturing
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FOR RENT:
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istee. New carpet. Laundry hookup.
$580/mo plus utilities. Deposit, ref-
erences. Non-smoking/no pets
(231)510-1186
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FOR RENT:
$650, includes water.
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For Rent or Sale
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golfing community $15,900 finance
with $1500 down $500/mo
includes lot rent, water, sewer and
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160 Real Estate
PUBLISHERS NOTICE
All real estate advertising in
this newspaper is subject to
the Fair Housing Act which
makes it illegal to advertise
"Any preference, limitation or
discrimination based on race,
color, religion, sex, handicap,
familial status or national origin,
or an intention, to make any
such preference, limitation or
discrimination." Familial sta-
tus includes children under the
age of 18 living with parents or
legal custodians, pregnant
women and people securing
custody of children under 18.
This newspaper will not know-
ingly accept any advertising
for real estate which is in vio-
lation of the law. Our readers
are hereby informed that all
dwellings advertised in this
newspaper are available on
an equal opportunity basis. To
complain of discrimination, call
HUD toll-free at 1(800)669-
9777. The toll-free telephone
number for the hearing
impaired is
1(800)927-9275
170 Items
for Sale
HUSQVARNA CHAINSAWS.
SALES & service. Lawnmower
replacement blades. Backwoods
Products, Fountain. (231)462-3934
170 Items
for Sale
BOUNTY BOY
GET YOUR BOUNTY, MATE!
The Easy way
to sell on eBay
For details, call
(231) 592-9895
Firewood
QUALITY OAK
Cut, split & delivered.
$54.50/rick, and
$65/rick seasoned.
Credit Card, DHS,
E-Drafts accepted.
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300 Wanted to Buy
"GUNMAN" PAYING CASH for
guns, hunting & fishing related items.
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Paying up to $2000 for Cars, Trucks,
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991 Mega Mkt.
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Monetary donations also accepted
at www.songsoflove.org
Community Papers of
Michigan
Ph. 1-800-783-0267
STATEWIDE
CLASSIFIED NETWORK
Ads placed in Michigan Mega Mar-
ket Classified Network appear in
free circulation community papers
and shopping guides reaching the
grass roots of Michigan. Your
advertising can be delivered week-
ly to more than 2,100,000 house-
holds throughout the state. ONLY
$249 Call this paper to place a
classified ad of 25 words or less
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violate the law or accepted stan-
dards of taste. However, this pub-
lication does not warrant or guar-
antee the accuracy of any adver-
tisement, nor the quality of the
goods or services advertised.
Readers are cautioned to thor-
oughly investigate all claims made
in any advertisements, and to use
good judgment and reasonable
care, particularly when dealing
with persons unknown to you who
ask for money in advance of deliv-
ery of the goods or services adver-
tised.
Adoption
NOTE: ALLADVERTISERS in this
category are working with a licensed
adoption agency.
991 Mega Mkt.
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991 Mega Mkt.
Amish Furniture
AAMISH LOGHEADBOARD AND
Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set.
Brand new-never used, sell all for
$275. 989-923-1278.
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GUN & KNIFE Show Cadillac
January 7th-8th Wexford
Arena. Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 9am-3pm 22 Rifle Door
Prize J & J Sport Shows 1-
800-968-5016.
050 Help Wanted
MANISTEE NEWS ADVOCATE
Independent Contractors
The News Advocate has several
openings for Independent Contrac-
tors for daily or weekend newspaper
delivery. All routes are walking
routes and are located within town
in Manistee. Those interested can
fill out an application at the office,
located at 75 Maple Street.
EARN
EXTRA
CASH
Were always
looking to add
to our team!
Earn Extra Cash with
little time involved...
Delivering
morning papers.
Excellent for retiree,
students or anyone
with a little free time.
Call
(231)398-3121
START THE NEWYear With ANew
Job! Manpower is seeking experi-
enced candidates for manufacturing
positions in Benzonia. 1st shift, start-
ing pay $7.88/hr, possible overtime.
Qualified candidates must have their
own reliable transportation and
undergo drug screen & background
check. Please apply in person with
resume at Manpower 3135 Logan
Valley Rd. Traverse City, MI
110 For Rent
2BR TRAILER ON2 trout streams,
$375/month includes electricity,
snowplowing. Security deposit
required, no pets.
(231)362-3215
110 For Rent
FOR RENT:
3-4BRhome, 712 Engleman, Man-
istee. New carpet. Laundry hookup.
$580/mo plus utilities. Deposit, ref-
erences. Non-smoking/no pets
(231)510-1186
MANISTEE HOME
FOR RENT:
$650, includes water.
(231)233-5672
For Rent or Sale
MANISTEE HOME IN retirement
golfing community $15,900 finance
with $1500 down $500/mo
includes lot rent, water, sewer and
dumpster. 231-233-2370
160 Real Estate
PUBLISHERS NOTICE
All real estate advertising in this
newspaper is subject to the
Fair Housing Act which makes
it illegal to advertise "Any pref-
erence, limitation or discrimina-
tion based on race, color, reli-
gion, sex, handicap, familial
status or national origin, or an
intention, to make any such
preference, limitation or dis-
crimination." Familial status
includes children under the
age of 18 living with parents or
legal custodians, pregnant
women and people securing
custody of children under 18.
This newspaper will not know-
ingly accept any advertising
for real estate which is in vio-
lation of the law. Our readers
are hereby informed that all
dwellings advertised in this
newspaper are available on
an equal opportunity basis.
To complain of discrimination,
call HUD toll-free at
1(800)669-9777. The toll-free
telephone number
for the hearing
impaired is
1(800)927-9275
170 Items
for Sale
HUSQVARNA CHAINSAWS.
SALES & service. Lawnmower
replacement blades. Backwoods
Products, Fountain. (231)462-3934
BOUNTY BOY
GET YOUR BOUNTY, MATE!
The Easy way
to sell on eBay
For details, call
(231) 592-9895
Firewood
QUALITY OAK
Cut, split & delivered.
$54.50/rick, and
$65/rick seasoned.
Credit Card, DHS,
E-Drafts accepted.
(231)266-5102
300 Wanted to Buy
"GUNMAN" PAYING CASH for
guns, hunting & fishing related items.
(231)920-2312 or (231)848-4114
300 Wanted to Buy
CASH
FOR CLUNKERS
Paying up to $2000 for Cars, Trucks,
Vans, Buses
Free Pickup
(231)633-7016
991 Mega Mkt.
DONATE YOUR CAR to Songs of
Love and make a sick child smile.
Free towing and tax deduction! 888-
909-7664. As seen on CNN.
Monetary donations also accepted
at www.songsoflove.org
Community Papers of
Michigan
Ph. 1-800-783-0267
STATEWIDE
CLASSIFIED NETWORK
Ads placed in Michigan Mega Mar-
ket Classified Network appear in
free circulation community papers
and shopping guides reaching the
grass roots of Michigan. Your adver-
tising can be delivered weekly to
more than 2,100,000 households
throughout the state. ONLY$249 Call
this paper to place a classified ad of
25 words or less and reach across
the state. Readers: THIS PUBLI-
CATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY
ACCEPT advertising which is
991 Mega Mkt.
deceptive, fraudulent, or which might
otherwise violate the law or accept-
ed standards of taste. However, this
publication does not warrant or guar-
antee the accuracy of any advertise-
ment, nor the quality of the goods or
services advertised. Readers are
cautioned to thoroughly investigate
all claims made in any advertise-
ments, and to use good judgment
and reasonable care, particularly
when dealing with persons unknown
to you who ask for money in
advance of delivery of the goods
or services advertised.
Adoption
NOTE: ALLADVERTISERS in this
category are working with a licensed
adoption agency.
PREGNANT? CONSIDER ADOP-
TIONAloving alternative. Wonder-
ful couples to choose from. Call for
pics/information and choose your
babys family and future. Expenses
paid. 1-866-236-7638. 24/7
Amish Furniture
AAMISH LOGHEADBOARD AND
Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set.
Brand new-never used, sell all for
$275. 989-923-1278.
7
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WHEELERS
POWER EQUIPMENT
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pleted all year, Haase said. Everybody
knew we could get three yards at any time.
Wisniski was the leader of the backfield
as he rushed for 1,097 yards and 13 touch-
downs on 166 carries, earning multiple All-
State honors.
Snyder recalled one particular moment
in the season that really stood out. It was a
close game in Week 3 against Big Rapids at
a time when quarterbacks did the play call-
ing in the huddle.
I remember we marched down the field
and got to about the 2-yard line and I called
a halfback run and that didnt work and I
called a fullback run twice and we wound
up not scoring, he said. And when I went
off the field, Coach Pearson said to me,
What the heck are you doing? Youve got
the horse there, you didnt run him. The
horse there was Jim Wisniski.
Boy, that stuck with me, he added.
When there were some tough yards that
had to be gained no knocks against the
other guys, they gave their all too there
was just something about Jim Wisniski.
When you gave him the ball, he was going
to get what was necessary and beyond that.
He was going to punish whoever dared to
try and tackle him. It was like an insult for
them to try to tackle him.
EIGHT WINS,
ZERO LOSSES
Manistee plowed its way to a North
Central title while defeating three Class A
schools and outscoring its opponents 173-
13. Manistee allowed just two scores all
season one to Ludington and the other to
Mount Pleasant.
We probably had seven or eight true
hitters ... the guys that really love to do it,
Snyder said. There were quite a few on our
team.
In his notebook under interesting
facts, Pearson refers to the 1961 squad as
the best defensive team in school history
and one that will never be matched. Fifty
years later, that statement seems like it will
hold up for ever.
As a whole, the 1961 team stands out as
the best in school history. Its not only the
last state title for the program but also the
Chippewas last eight-win season.
Thats a record thats stood for a long
time, said current Manistee coach Gus
Kapolka. Its very impressive as a stand-
alone accomplishment. I think any time you
finish undefeated, its something to hang
your hat on.
WHAT IF
Under the Michigan High School
Athletic Associations current setup, 256
teams make the 11-man playoffs divided
into eight different divisions based on
school size.
How would Manistees 1961 team fared
if there would have been a playoff intact
then?
Theres always that thought, Haase
said before admitting the game and the
players have changed. We had a pretty
good sized line back then. But, today, my
gosh, wed be small.
I dont know if Id really want to play
some of these kids today, he added with a
laugh.
Snyder said its a moot point.
I never think about it, he said. Thats
the way it was. ... Who knows what would
have happened? You cant tell.
STILL FRIENDS
Although the Chippewas shared their
UPI state title with Marysville and didnt
get recognized as the Class B state cham-
pions by other organizations, that didnt
impact what the team felt it accomplished.
They at one time told us we could
beat any small college around the way we
played, Wisniski said. And that came out
of Grand Rapids and the Detroit papers
back then.
One result of the 1961 season was it
turned a number of teammates into lifelong
friends.
Thats the big connector for us, Snyder
said. We get together quite a bit as a mat-
ter of fact. Maybe if we hadnt been so suc-
cessful wed still be doing the same thing,
but it was a great group of guys.
They will be part of the group gathering
together this summer when the Class of
1962 has its 50th reunion. A topic of con-
versation, of course, will be the undefeated
football team that still hasnt been matched
at Manistee. And on a table with be a game
ball from the team with each players name
on it.
The signatures may be faded, but the
memories are still clear.
It was a time of life that youll never get
back, Wisniski said.
Theres nothing mythical about it.
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