Men's Restroom Mural -------- Read before looking at picture

Edge Designs is an all-women run company that designs interior office space.
They had a recent opportunity to do an office project in NYC.




The client allowed the women of this company a free hand in all design aspects.
The client was a company that was also run by all women execs.............




The result.........well.....We all know that Men never talk, never look at each other....
And never laugh much in the restroom.... The men's room is a serious and quiet
place...But now...with the addition of one mural On the wall......lets just say the men's
Restroom is a place of laughter and smiles.


And they say women don't have a sense of humor.

Send this to all the gal's in your life that need a smile

And the guys you think can take having a little fun poked

At them, after all they are always trying to poke a little something at us.

Those Who Forget The Past Are Destined To Repeat It

Thomas Jefferson (Letter to James Monroe, January 1, 1815)

“If the American People ever allow the banks to control the issuance of their currency, first by inflation and then by deflation, the banks and corporations that will grow up around them will deprive the people of all property until their children wake up homeless on the continent their fathers occupied. The issuing power of money should be taken from the bankers and restored to Congress and the people to whom it belongs. I sincerely believe the banking institutions having the issuing power of money are more dangerous to liberty than standing armies.

We are completely saddled and bridled, and the bank is so firmly mounted on us that we must go where they ill guide.

The dominion which the banking institutions have obtained over the minds of our citizens...must be broken, or it will break us.”

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Bankers Manifesto of 1892
We (the bankers) must proceed with caution and guard every move made, for the lower order of people are already showing signs of restless commotion. Prudence will therefore show a policy of apparently yielding to the popular will until our plans are so far consummated that we can declare our designs without fear of any organized resistance.

Organizations in the United States should be carefully watched by our trusted men, and we must take immediate steps to control these organizations in our interest or disrupt them.

At the coming Omaha convention to be held July 4, 1892, our men must attend and direct its movement or else there will be set on foot such antagonism to our designs as may require force to overcome.

This at the present time would be premature. We are not yet ready for such a crisis. Capital must protect itself in every possible manner through combination (conspiracy) and legislation.

The courts must be called to our aid, debts must be collected, bonds and mortgages foreclosed as rapidly as possible.

When, through the process of law, the common people have lost their homes,
they will be more tractable and easily governed through the influence of the strong arm of the government applied to a central power of imperial wealth under the control of the leading financiers.

People without homes will not quarrel with their leaders. History repeats itself in regular cycles. This truth is well known among our principal men who are engaged in forming an imperialism of the world. While they are doing this, the people must be kept in a state of political antagonism.

The question of tariff reform must be urged through the organization known as the Democratic Party, and the question of protection with the reciprocity must be forced to view through the Republican Party.

By thus dividing voters, we can get them to expend their energies in fighting over questions of no importance to us, except as teachers to the common herd. Thus, by discrete actions, we can secure all that has been so generously planned and successfully accomplished.

Upcoming Fundraiser For Chuck Campbell

Joe,

Not sure if it’s newsworthy enough to get on your blog, but there is going to be a bake sale fundraiser for me and my transplant expenses held soon. Tina Twilley, the owner of Designer’s Edge Hair Studio, Mary Jane Adkins, one of her employees, and many of the other employees of Designer’s Edge are organizing the bake sale for me. It is going to take place from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM on Friday, December 12, 2008 at the Designer’s Edge Studio, located at East Naylor Mill Road, Salisbury (behind the Centre at Salisbury).

Many local residents and business owners are donating baked goods as well as some “special items” that will be raffled off. I would like to personally invite as many people to attend so that all the hard work being done by the ladies of Designer’s Edge will be recognized.

Ms. Twilley is also challenging other local business owners to donate money for my cause. They can do so by coming to the bake sale or they can go online and donate directly. The web link is http://www.transplantfund.org/restricted/patient-detail.cfm?pat_id=2727. Any publicity you can provide for this event will be appreciated.

Sincerely,

Chuck Campbell

Classified Ads

Don't forget to click on the Classified Ad Link on the right hand side of the Blog. It's been a busy week but there are some items for sale.

Stories From NYPOST.COM

BEG-SHOTS AN INSULT TO EVERYMAN
By SAM MYERS
ANOTHER day, another bailout. As I watched at Biddy Early's downtown pub, the Big 3 automakers begged Congress for more of my tax dollars, and I was disgusted to see our leaders in Washington dig the country's economic hole deeper by helping an industry that loses about $1,700 for each car it sells. Isn't this communism by another name? PHOTOS: Auto Execs Plead To Congress OPINION: GM's Fantasy Recovery Plan If the auto industry was able to switch from cars to tanks on a dime during World War II, why couldn't they have switched from gas guzzlers to hybrids 10 years ago and stayed in competition with Toyota? Instead, they wasted money on inflated CEO packages and inefficient vehicles, and now they want my family's hard-earned money to pull them out of the ditch they dug for themselves. Don't get me wrong. I don't think we can save the financial institutions and then let the carmakers and all of their blue-collar workers rot, but this country screwed up by dishing out money in the first place. How about a little economic Darwinism? Leave all these companies to their own devices, and the strong will survive. All I know is, I have kids to raise, and I don't need my wallet drained for some fat cats in Detroit who didn't even seem remorseful as they sat in front of the Senate committee, hat in hand, groveling for money. The one who ticked me off the most was Alan Mulally, the CEO of Ford. He had this smirk on his face and didn't seem the least bit humbled by the fact that he had resorted to begging. It all left me thinking: When is the government going to send me a check I don't deserve? Sam Myers, 42, lives in lower Manhattan and is a stockbroker-turned-freelance photographer.

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FDNY'S SLASH AND BURN
By ERIK SHILLING, PETER HOLLEY and TOM LIDDY
The FDNY will be slashing nighttime staff at a handful of firehouses around the city in a belt-tightening move that critics say threatens to increase response times and that has residents and union officials seeing red. The department expects to save $9 million by deactivating three engine companies and one ladder for the overnight shift when the plan goes into effect on Jan. 17. "It's no secret that the city, the country is facing hard economic times," Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta said yesterday as he detailed a $60 million cost-cutting package. All of the affected houses - Engine 4 in lower Manhattan, Engine 161 in Staten Island, Engine 271 in Brooklyn, and Ladder 53 on City Island in The Bronx - will lose one of their two units from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m., when covering units can respond faster. Between 80 and 100 firefighters will be reassigned across the city. The companies facing cutbacks - chosen based on the number of calls, response times, the amount and type of work that each unit does, their proximity to other houses, and geography - ranked among the 25 lowest in call volume out of the 350 units citywide. Union officials blasted the move. "More fatalities happen at night," Uniformed Firefighters Association President Steve Cassidy said. "Closing companies compromises public safety." Engine companies are responsible for putting water on fires and assisting EMS in medical emergencies, while ladder companies search for victims trapped in blazes. Chief Salvatore Cassano said the cuts were made "in the areas where we think it will have the least impact." Also facing the ax is the fire station on Governors Island, a unit manned by three Bravest who responded to only 10 calls in the last 22 months. tom.liddy@nypost.com

Don't Miss Our Special Post Tomorrow Morning

HISTORICAL MOMENTS BY GEORGE CHEVALLIER

V.P. Of WBOC Responds

Joe,

Good afternoon. First I’d like to salute you for all the time you’re donating as a bell-ringer for the Salvation Army. Next I’d like to thank you for posting my e-mail regarding satellite. I’m now back here on Delmarva and have noticed the large number of comments my e-mail to you generated. With your permission, I’d like to offer some additional details regarding some of the comments. Before doing so I would like to thank your readers for their restraint in not attacking my little girl who defended her daddy with a comment of her own. I truly appreciate the kindness shown to her.

As for what appears to be a few common threads on the comments, here goes: It seems some folks think we don't want to be on satellite and that we’re trying to pull a fast one here. Nothing could be further from the truth. From a pure business standpoint it would make no sense whatsoever for WBOC (and WMDT for that matter) to want to keep our signals off the birds. Every time someone signs up for satellite we lose a viewer unless they also use an antenna. So we very much want the satellite companies to carry our signals. I tell you honestly we've been trying to get the satellite companies to carry our signal for at least five years, which is four years longer than I’ve been employed by WBOC.

Additionally some people have asked for ‘proof’ that the satellite companies refuse to carry the local stations. I don’t know how to ‘prove’ all our efforts including telephone conversations I’ve had regarding the subject since I moved here. I can offer that we hosted U.S. Senator Ben Cardin and members of his staff here at WBOC on Thursday afternoon, September 4th and spoke at length about the satellite companies refusal to uplink our local stations. We asked Senator Cardin to get involved. Further I attended a meeting with FCC Commissioner Michael Copps in Baltimore on Monday, October 27th at WBAL-TV and discussed this subject directly with him. I can also share with your readers a copy of the most recent letter I wrote to the CEO of DirecTV back in August, just before we launched our high definition NewsPlex. I think the letter is pretty clear. I sent it to him via overnight delivery, along a press kit with a DVD of pictures of the newsplex hoping to at least begin a dialogue. I've asked our web folks to post a copy of that letter for your readers. Here’s a link to it:

http://wboc.images.worldnow.com/images/incoming/pdf/directvletter.pdf

By the way, I received no response from Mr. Carey of DirecTV. I sent a similar letter to Dish Network along with a press kit. In any case, the bottom line is that those of us here at WBOC and FOX 21 want you to have the choice of watching us however you choose, free over the air, on cable, on Verizon Fios or on satellite. At this point, the satellite companies just don’t carry us, and are not receptive to talking to us about the possibility of carriage. Until that changes, satellite customers will also need an antenna to see their local stations.

Joe, my personal thanks for the opportunity to clear up the confusion out there.

Merry Christmas

Craig Jahelka

VP/General Manager

WBOC-TV / FOX 21 / Interactive

1729 North Salisbury Blvd.

Salisbury, MD 21801

Breaking News

The Daily Times pulls the links to buy photos from the Willards Fire Article. I hear a lot of people on their Site are complaining that we produced them as well, so we're just as bad as them. Nice try Greg Bassett but we at Salisbury News felt we needed to PROVE just how low you'd stoop to make a buck.

Hey Michael, THIS IS INFLUENTIAL!!!!!!!!

Announcement to the Campus Community - Dresser Property

I am pleased to announce that the Salisbury University Foundation has approved
the acquisition of the Dresser property. With this 19-acre addition, SU expands
to 173 acres on both sides of Route 13. The $5.5 million purchase authorized by
the SU Foundation was negotiated by its affiliated Real Estate Foundation with a
line of credit established three years ago. I wish to express my appreciation to
all who made this acquisition possible, particularly Paul Parks, president of
the SU Real Estate Foundation, and Kim Nechay, assistant director of the SU
Foundation. As I note in the attached press release, this land offers exciting
possibilities for future campus development which, in the years ahead, will
benefit our students and the community. The largest acquisition of land by the
Foundation in the last quarter century, this truly is a historic moment for the
University.

Janet Dudley-Eshbach, Ph.D.
President

And Now for the Other Side of the Story of Traders in Pocomoke

Long time Pocomoke City eatery 'Traders Chicken and Ribs', doors are now locked with the contents advertised to be sold at Public Auction.

Why?

According to reports in the Daily Times, owner Tony Trader has been in an intense legal battle over the last year with Oxford Chase Development Co., . Oxford Chase and H2J LLC. are the 'new' owners of the Ames Plaza Shopping Center, in what has been depicted in subsequent letters to the editor and the court of 'Public Opinion' as a David and Goliath saga.

Trader has claimed that he has had to close down his restaurant just before the holidays putting 25 employees out of work.

A long time active, generous member of the community Trader has served Pocomoke City, and some of it most needful residents for many many years. As a house parent at the Samaritan Shelter I recall a bag of chicken being delivered to the shelter every night after the restaurant closed, so that the hungry in town would benefit from their extras.

Trader also volunteered years on the board of the Pocomoke City Chamber of Commerce as an active participant of the Cypress Festival and as Treasurer on the Executive Board.

What happened?

Why so much trouble now after 28 years in this location?

According to the Times article, Traders attorney stated “The only change, is a new landlord intent on permanently terminating the lease with Trader’s.”

Wow! That's pretty strong!

For those of you familiar with the property you know that this shopping center had certainly seen its prime a very long time ago.

Even before the Meatland Grocery Store, and the Ames Department Store moved the shopping center was in major disrepair and in need of a face lift.

Next Taylor Bank moved to their new location and, with filthy sidewalks and a parking lot filled with potholes it pretty much became a ghost town after they left save Traders and Hardees directly on the highway and a few small stores that clung on to stay in business. When the county moved the liquor dispensary into the center it probably brought more business to some of the remaining business' and definitely made the center look busier.

According to Howard Crossan, President of Oxford Chase Development Corporation and partner in H2J, LLC., owners of the center; all Trader had to do was keep his end of written agreement's that he willingly signed.

Part of that agreement was maintaining utilities to his business.

Crossan stated on the day of the the grand opening for Dunkin Doughnuts, the doughnut shops toilets and sinks began overflowing. A plumber was called to the site to clear the drains and lines in the doughnut shop but found nothing blocking it. Following the pipe the plumber found himself behind Traders store and when he opened the man hole for the main sewer line couldn't obtain a visual because of the amount of grease in the way coming from the Trader's lines.

Oxford Chase had to call 'Roto-Rooter' and have the lines cleaned, incurring a bill in the amount of $3,200. When presented with the bill Trader refused to pay it.
Additionally, during the course of making repairs to the center, Oxford Chase decided to repave the parking lot.

Trader was to pay his portion of this bill as well. He refused and said he did not want his portion paved, and it was not. Which only drew attention to the old asphalts age and condition. He also refused to move equipment that he had stored around the signage on the outside of the property which was a BBQ Pit Trailer, and some picnic tables.

Why the breakdown? Why the lawsuits?

According to Crossan in December of 2007 he met with Trader in Attorney Sonny Bloxom's office and told him he needed to pay the bill, Trader refused and Oxford Chase filed suite in District Court. District Court ruled in the developers favor, and

Trader appealed in Circuit Court. The Circuit Court denied the case and in August

Trader filed a Writ Cetorium in the Maryland Court of Appeals (which is a request for a stay that will keep him from being evicted).

But, he moved.

He has planned an auction to auction off his equipment.

But is this the fault of the Development Company?

I don't think so.

Mr. Trader signed a lease with this company. The lease stipulated the conditions the required maintenance and rules of what would be allowed on the property.

The remaining amount of the lease amounts to approximately $64,000.

Mr. Trader was presented a bill for $3,200 to fix a pipe that was clogged with chicken grease, coming directly from his restaurant.

According to Mr. Crossan if he had paid that bill, or at least have been willing to address this bill Traders would still be here today.

Twenty odd employees may still be working, and the family restaurants doors may still be open.

Things change. This is America, we are allowed to by real property and we are allowed to make changes to that property. This is America and we are also allowed to open a business and lease property from a property owner to conduct our business.

But one of the things that we need to keep in mind, if we do decide to lease, and that is in the end the real property is not ours, and we must abide by the conditions stipulated within the lease agreements; and if we do not, then we must pay the price one way or the other.

It is sad that Traders is gone, as it was a part of the invested fabric that is Pocomoke, but it is also sad that Oxford Chase has been made out to be the bad guy when they have invested a great deal into the community as well, and want to continue doing so into the future.

Developers often get the bad rap, but I really think that both sides of the coin need to be viewed.

Now what will happen to the $60 thousand plus dollars that Oxford Chase is claiming?

Trader has scheduled an auction for the 17th of this month to sell the equipment, where will these proceeds go.

According to Crossan, Trader is incorporated and could decide to file bankruptcy and never pay it at all.

Business isn't for cowards and things are usually more complicated than presented in a short newspaper article or letters to the editor.

It's sad to see this family operated business close down, but this is the choice of the owners.

Anything For A Buck

The Daily Times has got to be absolutely, positively desperate. Not only are they desperate they are despicable, deplorable, contemptible,disgraceful, ignominious, loathsome, detestable,low-life, mean spirited, no-good, reprehensible, shameful, slimy, vile, worthless, wretched and anything else that describes your heartless attempt at making a buck while completely disregarding this family and the community in which they live. Without question Greg Bassett would be in the unemployment line lickety split, if he worked for me. Have these people no heart? They print an article and post photos of the tragedy in Willards, this is what newspapers do BUT, they then offer the pictures for sale? Not only for sale but offer them as Christmas ornaments? Those rotten SOB's should rot in hell for their callousness. If I was a subscriber to the that rag of a newspaper I most certainly would not be after seeing this. Greg Bassett, YOU SUCK!!! You are responsible for the content of that rag and the website. I don't care what you say, posting those photos and making them available for sale as GIFTS is beyond comprehension. Don't try using the excuse that you couldn't remove the sale pricing and gift items, it's all a matter of programming and YOUR techs KNOW this.

I encourage everyone reading this to take a look at the links, verify what we are saying and then call the Daily Times and demand these photos not be available for sale as GIFT ITEMS. Let your voices be heard, NOW. Send Greg Bassett a clear message, this will not be tolerated. 410-749-7171

These pictures and links speak for themselves...

http://www.delmarvanow.com/article/20081205/NEWS01/812050324



http://gallery.pictopia.com/dailytimes/photo/A7-812050324-V2-L-V2/



http://gallery.pictopia.com/cart/gifts/dailytimes/photo/6961919/?mi=67

Continuing Saga of Barrie's Abuse/Misuse of Office

We received phone calls this morning about the Dept of Public Works being over in Barrie's neighborhood cleaning up the leaves that were swept into the street by the residents. We were told that Barrie told the neighbors to just sweep them into the gutter and she'll have DPW send a crew to clean it up. Well low and behold, Public Works came to the rescue of Barrie and her neighbors. How fortunate for the neighbors of Barrie Tilghman to have additional services not afforded other taxpayers in the city. Way to use your resources Barrie. NOT!!! Business as usual on the city side of the GOB

From what we're told, it is unlawful to rake your leaves then sweep them to the street. In city limits the leaves must be bagged and the city trash service will pick them up. Isn't there is a fine involved for sweeping large piles of leaves into the street. Didn't Gary Comegys recently say people should clean up after themselves and not expect the city to do it for you? Maybe he meant everywhere BUT his neighborhood?

Visit Ocean City's Winterfest of Lights

December 1 -January 1, 2009

Winterfest of LightsTownwide, Inlet lot & Northside Park, 127th St.

Dazzling lights on cold winter nights put everyone in a holiday mood. Tour the tunnel of lights at the Inlet where you find the beach filled with lights boasting a nautical theme. Travel the avenues of Ocean City to see the old-fashioned lighted wreaths, then it’s on to Northside Park to see hundreds of animated lighted displays. Browse Yukon Cornelius’ gift shop, visit with Santa and have a photo taken with him. Enjoy hot chocolate in the heated, decorated tent while you wait to board the Winterfest Express to tour the lights. Ocean City has won awards of distinction for this striking display. Small fee to ride tram.

Sun.-Thurs., 5:30-9:30 p.m;
Fri.-Sat., 5:30-10:30 p.m.

800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326) or 410-250-0125

Help Wanted 12/05/08

CLICK HERE for this weeks section of Sbynews' FREE help wanted post.

If you would like to contribute a FREE ad for help wanted, please email me, SunnyInOC, at atlanticjw@aol.com. Please type "Help Wanted" in the subject of your email.

Have a nice weekend.

FW: Notice to Lower the United States and Maryland State Flag - 7 Dec 08

STATE OF MARYLAND

EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT MARTIN O'MALLEY GOVERNOR JOHN P. MCDONOUGH SECRETARY OF STATE

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE

STATE HOUSE

ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND 21401

(410) 974-5521

TOLL FREE 888-874-0013

FAX (410) 974-5190

TDD: 800-735-2258

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

To: Beatrice P. Tignor, Deputy Secretary

Department of General Services

From: Brian R. Moe

Deputy Secretary of State

Date: December 4, 2008

Re: Lowering of the United States Flag and Maryland State Flag to Half Staff

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

This is to advise you that Governor Martin O'Malley has ordered the United States Flag and Maryland State Flag flown at half staff on Sunday, December 7, 2008, from sunrise to sunset. This action is in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, in memory of the brave Americans who have sacrificed their lives for the cause of freedom and security of our Nation.

This action is taken under the Protocol for the Maryland State Flag. Any questions on the above should be directed to the Office of the Secretary of State.

Cc: John P. McDonough, Secretary of State

Michael Enright, Chief of Staff

Superintendent Terrence Sheridan, Maryland State Police

Secretary Alvin C. Collins, Department of General Services

Woody Cullum, Fire Chief, BWI Airport

Governor's Press Office

Attached is a notice to lower the United States and Maryland State Flag on Sunday, December 7, 2008, in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

Sherry A. Wiedemer

Executive Assistant

Office of the Secretary of State

16 Francis Street

Annapolis, MD 21401

All Dressed Up And No One To Show

Look around Folks. Almost every table at the Red Cross Holiday Luncheon was full. OH, BUT WAIT A MINUTE, THERE'S NO ONE AT BARRIE TILGHMAN'S TABLE. But, wait a second, Barrie is standing there staring ME down, she must have friends somewhere, right? NOT!

Once the Mayor realized that Joe Albero actually had MORE friends at this event, OH BOY, she turned beet red and stormed out of the event before things got started. One individual witnessed the Mayor storming out of the building breaking a walking speed limit before breaking into a trot.

Hey Barrie, not for nothing Babe but it's over. I have never seen such a lonely sight where people were actually afraid to be seen talking to this woman and honest to God, I felt bad for her. I don't ever say honest to God and not tell the truth. Now what was it I said in that e-mail to Barrie Tilghman a few years ago that started all this trouble between the Mayor and the Blogs. It seems to be slipping me at the moment. Oh well, it must not have been a big deal but I sure wish I could remember because I'd love to use it again with this photo because for some reason I think it would prove I WAS RIGHT!

Barrie Tilghman has in fact chosen to move forward with her Lawsuit against me. The Court Date is January 21st and I STRONGLY recommend everyone show up for this Show because this is going to be bitchin. Now let's see. If I lose, it would be the first time someone one's First Amendment Rights were taken away by a Public Figure. Now if that happens, I'd lose $9,999.00. WOOHOO! That's gonna hurt! Oh, that's right though. If I lose it will become NATIONAL NEWS and everyone and their brother from around the United States/World will instantly learn of Salisbury News. Can YOU tell me what it would cost to get that kind of advertising?

Now, if I win, in which I will either way, (as you can now see) the Mayor will get the spanking in Court she's deserved for MANY YEARS. Now that I'm almost to the end of this Post, I'm not feeling so sorry for her again, are you?

Oh well, there was a thousand people talking about how NO ONE showed up for Barrie Tilghman's Table and many even mentioned how toasted she was at the Tree Lighting Ceremony a couple of weeks ago. She was yelling on stage, THISSSS ISSSS MY FAVVVVVORITE PARRRT OF TTTHE SSSSEASONNNNNNN. HICKUP!

Have a great day today Barrie. See Ya In Court!

Friday Will Be A Busy Day For Me

I was reviewing Friday's Schedule for WalMart and Sam's Club and it turns out Sam's is pretty well covered. WalMart, however, doesn't look good for the day.

That being said, I will be covering the Grocery end of WalMart from 9-1. The Retail end from 2-6 and then back to the Grocery end from 7-9 PM. Anyone interested in helping out, what can I say, I'd greatly appreciate that very much.

The old legs, knees and feet aren't what they used to be. Nevertheless, I will survive. Earlssister will be posting the updated schedule. Can YOU think of where we could market companies or interest to help out? We'd love to know your ideas.

Have a great day Folks. Oh, I thought I'd close with this. One of the biggest questions I get out there is, do you hear the bell in your sleep. The answer is, YES!

Help Me, Help You. As busy as I've been this past week ringing the bell, I have still continued to put up Posts to keep the Blog alive. Today I will be out there for 12 hours because we haven't received enough help to fill in the gaps. Come on Folks, pitch in, will ya?

A Thing Of Beauty

Puppy Cam

Joe

Im not sure if you have seen this yet. These puppies are soooo cute. There are 6 of them and you can watch them play, sleep and be little brats. Thought you might like to share this. They turn the cam off at night so if its off air when you visit the sight try back later.

Here is the story
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27724451/?GT1=43001

The link to the webcam
http://cdn1.ustream.tv/swf/4/viewer.49.swf?cid=317016

A Prayer Worth Remembering

Heavenly Father, Help us remember that the jerk
who cut us off in traffic last night is a single
mother who worked nine hours that day and is
rushing home to cook dinner, help with homework,
do the laundry and spend a few precious moments with
her children.

Help us to remember that the pierced, tattooed,
disinterested young man who can't make change
correctly is a worried 19-year-old college student,
balancing his apprehension over final exams with his
fear of not getting his student loans for next
semester.

Remind us, Lord, that the scary looking bum, begging
for money in the same spot every day is a slave to
addictions that we can only imagine in our worst
nightmares.

Help us to remember that the old couple walking
annoyingly slow through the store aisles and
blocking our shopping progress are savoring this
moment, knowing that, based on the biopsy report
she got back last week, this will be the last year
that they go shopping together.

Heavenly Father, remind us each day that, of all the
gifts you give us, the greatest gift is love. It is
not enough to share that love with those we hold
dear. Open our hearts not to just those who are
close to us, but to all humanity. Let us be slow to
judge and quick to forgive, show patience, empathy
and love.

Amen

Update On Willards Family

teresa has left a new comment:

clothes sizes for the family are:

Size 5 for the little boy and small shirts
Mother XL shirts and size 16 pants
Father Xtra Large shirts and 32 x 34 pants

You may call me at 410-726-9351 if you want to drop things off as I have a contact person to take them too.

Thanks for everyones help.

Thank You Teresa. Joe

Great Post

I have a great post going up at 9:08 this morning. Be sure to check back again this morning to take a look.

Emmanuel Wesleyan Church

"Joe

I went with friends tonight to see the play "The Christmas Shoes", at Emmanuel Wesleyan Church in Salisbury. This was the first night of the play and it was spectacular. Anyone who would love to see this amazing church present this performance should go. December 5 & 6th at 7pm and on December 7th at 10:30am & 6:30pm. If your not feeling the Christmas Spirit then please go and see this play. You will after seeing it and hearing the wonderful music. Joe please go and check this out.

This Church is located off of Rt50 behind the new Bank of Delmar."

PARKER POND DRAW-DOWN SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 9TH

Wicomico County Public Works has scheduled a draw-down on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at Parker Pond. The purpose of the procedure is to inspect the weir, the device at the water spill-over point. If the inspection indicates that maintenance work is required, another draw-down may be scheduled for January. Fishing is prohibited in Parker Pond during the draw-down period.

Found Dog In Delmar

Joe-
Could you do me a big favor? Please put this found dog on your blog. The dog in the pix has been running around the Delmar, MD neighborhood here for a couple of days now. I took him in as I was afraid he'd freeze to death. He's obviously someone's pet. He has a black collar on, along with a flea collar. He's tiny- weighs less than 10 pounds, and is quite adorable, friendly and lovable. Very mellow and quiet. Not your average yappy little dog. If anyone knows who he belongs to, they can reach me at 443-359-5299. I can't keep him for long. My Rottweiler would use his as a chew toy.

Thanks!

Ernie

How to Help the Zentmyer/Willis Family

Several community organizations are asking the public's help to assist the surviving members of the Zentmyer family whose home in Willards, Md. was destroyed by fire on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008.

The Lower Shore Chapter of the American Red Cross is assisting the family. The Red Cross is located at 1505 Emerson Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801. For more information call (410) 749-5331.


Taylor Bank, any branch or mail to: 24 N. Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811. Checks and money orders can be made out to "Care of Zentmyer family."

Farmer's Bank of Willards, any branch or mail to: P.O. Box 10, Willards, MD 21874. Checks or money orders can be made out to "Care of Zentmyer-Willis family."


Lucky Dog Sports Pub and Grill on Old Ocean City Road in Willards will be a drop-off location for clothes on Saturday, Dec. 20 from 4-8 p.m. Clothes and gift certificates would be particularly appreciated. Anyone with questions should call Tara Danny (410) 835-2366.

Choptank Electric Cooperative's Salisbury office is accepting donations of all sorts. Donations can be dropped off at the Salisbury office located on 2121 W. Zion Road. For more information call (877) 892-0001.

This information is also located HERE.

NBC Wants To Play God

Here's your chance to let the media know where the people stand on
our faith in God, as a nation.

NBC is taking a poll on "In God We Trust" to stay on our American
currency.

Please send this to every Christian you know so they can vote on
this important subject.

Please do it right away, before NBC takes this off the web page.

Poll is still open so you can vote.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/10103521

Salvation Army Bell Ringing UPDATE

Sams Club Update
North Walmart Retail Entrance Update
North Walmart Grocery Entrance Update

Here it is folks, updated as of 6:00pm Thursday night. Please call the Salvation Army at 410-749-7771 ext. 100 or contact Joe via email at alberobutzo@wmconnect.com or via phone 410-430-5349.

Come on folks, not many slots left, lets fill them all.

THANK YOU, to all that are giving of themselves.

Wicomico County Humane Society was wrong

As many of you may know, some time ago our daughter had a bad experience with the Wicomico County Humane Society as it related to the way it carried out its contractural obligations to enforce Wicomico County animal control law. Her dog escaped several times and after being picked by the Humane Society three times they refused to return the dog to her unless she found another place that she could keep it. My problem was that in my interpretation of the Wicomico County Code I couldn't find anything authorizing the Wicomico County Humane Society to deny anyone their property (dog, cat, whatever) short of the dog being deemed dangerous and deadly pursuant to the provisions in the Annotated Code of Maryland - and that simply didn't apply in this case due to the fact that it had never bitten anyone.

When I posted it originally several people spoke up about incidents in which the same types of things had happened to them. We also heard from people who stated this like....."your not a responsible pet owner - you shouldn't own a dog" and all kinds of comments that which really had nothing to do with the issue at hand. The real issue was that an organization acting on behalf of the Govt. was taking property belonging to citizens and keeping it WITHOUT THE AUTHORITY TO DO SO AND WITHOUT DUE PROCESS!

I asked for a meeting with my Councilman and the County Executive to address my concerns. The meeting did in fact take place. Present were the County Executive, two members of the County Council, and the County Atty. I expressed my concern and asked the County Atty for a legal opinion relating to the legality of the Wicomico County Humane Society's common practice of taking possession of pets and releasing them only after their demands were met. I was told that they would look into the matter and get back with me on the issue.

After a substantial period of time without a response I attempted many times to contact the County Atty without receiving either a call back or a response to the question at hand.

BUT.....FINALLY after about six months of calling and calling....of leaving message after message....of speaking with Rick Pollitt and having him tell me numerous times that he would have Ed Baker call me without result..........I got an answer. Today, December 4, in the year of Our Lord, 2008 I got a response. (Just kidding - I know they're busy)

Today I was contact by an Assistant County Atty who advised me that their official position is that the Wicomico County Humane Society acted outside of their authority. That the Wicomico County Humane Society could make suggestions as to what measures may be taken to help keep a dog confined but they must release the dog to its owner without condition. They can issue a citation but they CANNOT keep a dog from it's rightful owner.

This is important. We can't stand idly by and permit our rights to be trampled by anyone. This is a private organization responsible for a form of law enforcement. There are issues that still remain. With whom do you file a complaint should this happen again? Who are their bosses? Some "board of directors" the members of which are unknown to anyone? They do not operate under the authority of any elected official and are not employed by the County. Therefore they are so insulated that they are almost untouchable unless some takes the time to meet with the person who controls the purse strings......the County Executive. If I hadn't taken the time to meet with him the dog would likely have been euthanized.

Also important - The Assistant County Atty did in fact contact Linda Lugo and advised her that she has no authority to keep animals from their rightful owner. Lugo stated that she understood and that she was doing what she thought was in the best interest of the dog. SO WHAT?!? You can't make up laws you THINK should exist! I can't imagine the lawsuits that could come from this now that it is clear that the Humane Society was acting outside of it's authority. Now that the law is clear, I have this to say:

Linda Lugo you and your employees play a vital role as a Humane Society when you take stray animals and find them homes. However, when you take the responsibility of enforcing law, you are taking a position of public trust. That being the case, you are expected to work within the parameters of the law doing so with pride and integrity. You cannot make up the rules as you go along. The ends can never justify the means. Learn what the laws are and work within them. Until you do, you will never build the level of public trust you will need to do the best job you can for the people who pay your salary....and that should be your goal.

Here We Go Again!!!!!!

"Joe,

Thanks for listing the free lab/rott puppies.... we had a really good response and they are all taken.

Thanks again!"

The article we put up earlier today clearly had a fantastic response. Thanks to many of you, AGAIN, these Puppies have all received new homes. That's Influential Michael.

10 Children Arrested Yesterday In Wicomico County

Ten Children were arrested yesterday for their participation in a fire in a Salisbury CHOICES Alternative School. The children had their hands in a fire that caused some $20,000.00 in a Temporary Classroom. Most do not realize that this School is loaded with Children who have had issues with other Schools and were transferred there instead.

Who Do You Use for Propane?

Last May, my propane company decided to come to my house and fill up my propane tank. I had an automatic refill agreement with Aero and only use gas for a fireplace. You can understand then why I was a little miffed when, after allowing my tank to run dry in mid February, they came at the beginning of summer to give me propane for gas logs. And we all know how high the price was then.

Needless to say, Aero is no longer my gas provider. I have done some inquiring to other companies trying to find out what is the best price and options for me. A couple companies will run me a line to my grill at no charge, other companies will only do this if you are "a friend of a good ole boy". Anyone will run this line for a steep price. If it was easy for me to handle the portable tanks, I would keep it as is, but this really takes a toll on me.

What I would like to have for now is a line run to my deck with 2 outlets for my grill and fryer. I need an above ground tank installed and filled with propane at an affordable price. I don't want automatic delivery, instead I'll call when I'm in need. I thought the increase in the amount of gas I used in cooking would offset any charge for the installation, but I guess I was wrong.

I would appreciate all your feedback. I'm not interested in what your buddy at company A does for you. That will only work for you. I also would like to hear what companies to stay away from (like AERO). As most of you know, I am a disabled vet on a very fixed income. Just like everyone going through hardships, I need to watch every penny. Thanks in advance for your advice. I'll let everyone know who I chose when when I'm up and running again.

Update On Willards Fire

Fire Chief Dale White just made contact with me and wanted the following information out to the Public so things are accurate.

The 5 year old Child has been transported to Shock Trauma in Baltimore and the Mother has gone to Baltimore with that Child to be with the Child. She did not go there to be treated. The Father is in ICU at PRMC.

Funds have been set up to help this Family in desperate need right now through:
Choptank Electric
The Farmers Bank of Willards
Any Calvin B. Taylor Bank
C/O Zentmyer-Willis

There will be an "After The Fire Program" tonight in the immediate area checking Fire Detectors, installing them & replacing batteries where necessary.

Stress Councilors arrived at the Willards Fire Department to work with Staff there.

Again, our thoughts and prayers are with the Family and the Fire Department.

A Plea From Bryan Records SFD

This is indeed a tragic event. Let this be a reminder to everyone to have a working smoke detector. I stress the word working. That means a battery inside or hardwired.

Local fire departments give away hundreds of free detectors each year. There is no excuse for anyone not to have one. When you get home tonight, please check to make sure your smoke detector works and that you have one. You can obtain the phone number for your local fire station from the phone book. If it is not listed contact 410-548-4920 and the dispatch center will provide their number to you.



In light of the tragedy in Willards this morning, I felt this comment worthy of a post, I hope Bryan doesn't mind.

Another SU Robbery

Dear Campus Community,

At approximately 4 a.m. today two Salisbury University students near
Severn Hall were approached by three suspects displaying a weapon and
demanding money. Because these students made detailed observations of
their assailants and promptly reported the incident to University Police
on the campus emergency telephone system, University officers were able
to react immediately. A speedy apprehension was made by the Fruitland
Police assisted by the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office.

Safety is Salisbury University’s paramount concern. University
Police has been working collaboratively with area police agencies to
increase the safety of our students and the local community. We ask
that you exercise caution when moving on and near campus both in daytime
and in evening hours. University Police offers an escort service at
night for students who feel particularly uncomfortable walking alone.
Students may access the Escort Service by calling ext. 3-6222.

We want to praise the students, University Police and their colleagues
in area agencies for their excellent work on this incident.

Dr. Ellen J. Neufeldt
Vice President of Student Affairs
Salisbury University
1101 Camden Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21801
410-543-6080

Vice President Of WBOC, Craig Jahelka Wants To Clear The Air Waves

Good Morning Joe,

I’m in California this morning on business and haven’t been checking your blog as frequently as I do when I’m at home. Therefore I just now noticed the posting from someone who erroneously claims WBOC is misleading people with our informational campaign regarding satellite. I’d like the opportunity to set the record straight for your loyal readers. Neither DirecTV nor Dish Network will uplink the local Salisbury stations. That means folks can’t get WMDT, WBOC or FOX 21 on satellite. So satellite customers will also need a rooftop antenna to pick us up and to get the local information we provide each day. There’s a lot of confusion regarding this issue, and that’s why we’re taking the time to educate folks with an on-air campaign. Your previous writer erroneously claims the satellite companies will carry local programming. That’s just not true. It is illegal (against federal law) for satellite companies which do not offer local stations to import an out-of-market station to people who can receive our free over-the-air signals unless the local station grants a waiver. A ‘waiver’ is a request for us to waive our rights to distribute CBS network programming in our area. If it is determined via a signal strength test that a home on Delmarva cannot receive our free over the air signal, we grant a waiver to that home, and the satellite company then provides that home a feed of the CBS station from New York City. The previous post erroneously accuses us of misleading people and asks us to tell the truth. Our informational campaign is factual. I hear every week from people who’ve chosen to purchase satellite service and only then discover they can’t get local channels and can’t understand why they don’t see ABC or CBS programming. This is a result of national advertising campaigns that claim local channels are available. While they are in most areas, they’re not available on satellite here on Delmarva. Your Salisbury TV stations have invested millions of dollars to provide a high definition broadcast signal to our family, friends and neighbors here on Delmarva. We will continue to invest in technology, people and products to serve the public trust. And we will continue to urge the satellite companies to carry our signal. Until the satellite companies step up to the plate, consumers who choose to write monthly checks to them can still watch us, absolutely FREE, and in high definition, with a rooftop antenna.

Warm Regards to you and your family.

And Merry Christmas Joe.

Craig Jahelka

VP/General Manager

WBOC-TV/FOX 21


Thanks for clearing the air Craig. Enjoy the West Coast and a Merry Christmas to you and your Family as well. Joe

Chief Webster Passed Up His Opportunity

As Joe stands outside of Sams Club ringing the bell for the Salvation Army this morning, Chief Webster drove by checking him out. When Joe saw the Chief he tried to flag him down to ask him to join him. Our Chief of Police would have nothing to do with the bell ringing or Joe. He just drove right by him. Now some might say he didn't see him, that would be untrue. Chief Webster looked right at Joe as he was flagging him down and chose to ignore him. What if Joe had been in need of help? What a shame Chief Webster won't put things behind him in the spirit of Christmas and be willing to work to help others. Chiefy, your true colors are showing.

Update on Willards Fire

The family that was in the fire early this morning is family members of my best friend, Sally, that is battling for her life with brain cancer. This morning's news was a shock to the whole family. Lacy and David were very hard-working to make ends meet for their 2 small children.

I have just been informed that their 5 year old son, Devon, has just been transported to Johns Hopkins University by helicopter. The father, David Zentmyer, remains in intensive care at PRMC. The mother, Lacy Willis, was also transported to Johns Hopkins, but it's unclear if she was a patient or transported to be there for her son. As stated in a prior posting, their youngest son, Andrew, perished in the fire.

It's a little too soon to find out yet, but as soon as I can, I will find out what the family may need, whether it be clothing, food, shelter, etc. I will post any information as soon as possible. I know our small community will coming together and help during this tragic event. I'm sure Lacy and David will need help getting through Christmas for their surviving son.

Initial conversations with the family states that the family could not afford heat in the trailer and were using kerosene heaters. The fire started in a child's bedroom. It is unclear how the fire started.

I'm already receiving emails and phone calls with readers ready to help. Here's one I'd like to share:
I just read your posting on Joe's blog, regarding the family in Willards. If you have any way of finding out what size clothing the little boy wears, I may be able to help out. My nephew is 5.5 and has just grown out of alot of his clothes. Most of it hardly worn because I only have him every other weekend. I was going to donate it to a clothes closet, but I would rather help this family directly if I can. There are no words to express my thoughts for this family in their time of need. I may also be able to provide toys as well. I make my nephew and my daughter get rid of several toys before Christmas.

Salisbury Police Department Press Releases

On December 1, 2008 at approximately 8:39 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to the Peninsula Regional Medical Center to meet with the victim of an armed robbery. Upon arrival the officers met with the victim who had been robbed of U.S. Currency at gunpoint. The victim advised that he had just removed U.S. Currency from an ATM located at Rt. 50 and Phillip Morris Drive and was approached by two (2) suspects who were in possession of long guns. The suspects struck the victim in the head with one of the weapons and took the currency that he had just received from the ATM. The suspects then fled from the area on foot. The victim received treatment for the injury and was released from PRMC. The suspects were described as:

Suspect # 1: black male, wearing dark clothing and a ski type mask
Suspect # 2: black male, wearing dark clothing and a ski type mask

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Salisbury Police Department at 410-548-3165. CC # 200800043982

On December 1, 2008 at approximately 5:17 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to the Walmart Department Store for the report of two (2) shoplifters in custody. Upon arrival, the officers were advised that store security had observed the below listed suspects attempt to take merchandise and food items from the store without making any attempts at payment. The items were recovered and returned to the store.

ARRESTED #1: Tawanna Nicole Walker, 36 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
ARRESTED #2: Shemika Nicole Myers, 34 years of age Salisbury, Maryland

CHARGES (Both): Theft (under $ 500)

DISPOSITION: Both released to Central Booking CC # 200800043958

On December 2, 2008 at approximately 12:34 am, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to a residence on the seven hundred block of E. Church Street for the report of a domestic assault. Upon arrival, the officers met with a female victim who advised that during an argument the below listed suspect had struck her and injured her. The victim did not require medical attention.

ARRESTED: Riley (nmn) Goodwine, 30 years of age Salisbury, Maryland

CHARGES: Second degree assault

DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800044000

On December 2, 2008 at approximately 1:30 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to a residence on the eight hundred (800) block of E. Church St. for the report of a stabbing. Upon arrival the officers met with a male victim who advised that he had been stabbed by a female known to him, listed below, during an argument. The below listed suspect and the victim share the residence. The victim sustained a stab wound to the upper left chest and was transported to the Peninsula Regional Medical Center for treatment. The victim advised the officers that he and the suspect had been involved in a long argument that turned into a physical altercation. During the altercation the suspect obtained a kitchen type knife and stabbed the suspect. The victim was treated and released from the hospital.

ARRESTED: Tia Shawnta Rainer, 22 years of age Salisbury, Maryland

CHARGES: Second degree assault

DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800044057

Salvation Army Bell Ringing UPDATE

Sams Club Update
North Walmart Retail Entrance Update
North Walmart Grocery Entrance Update
Click images to enlarge

Come on Folks, help us fill these slots still open. The Heating & A/C Companies are now challenging one and other and they are filling up the open slots. How about Insurance Companies? Bankers? Lawyers? Fuel Companies!

Look at the schedule at the WalMart location for the 18th & 19th. WalMart has teamed up with us and took the entire day and night to cover these two days. Now THAT was COOL!

Come on Folks, this is a great cause and it will do your heart some good volunteering, even if it's only an hour. I will have an update early this evening and I hope to add your company name to the list.

Thank You!

Joe

Worcester BOE Gives County Commissioners the Finger!

While all other county departments are expected to trim their budgets for the coming fiscal year, the Worcester County Board of Education has told the Worcester County Commissioners that they just can't trim a dime.  In true "IT'S FOR THE CHILDREN" fashion, the BOE claims that it will be students that suffer.

Sure they will.  While enrollment has actually declined in the past six years, the BOE has ADDED 111 new teacher positions and 81 staff positions.  Could the BOE cut some of those administrative jobs?  Of course not.  They'll probably be whining about not giving them raises.

The true agenda unfolds.  Adding to the public payroll is far more important than educating kids.  I only hope that the Worcester Commissions possess the moral courage to knock the bureaucrats down a peg or two.

cross posted at Delmarva Dealings

2 Year Old Baby Dies In House Fire Last Night

A home in Willards caught on fire last night with a family of four inside. The adults got out and one child but I'm sadly informed that the two year old made it within a few feet of the front door and didn't make it out.

To ALL of the Firefighters on the scene and especially the Family, may God be with all of you to comfort each and every individual touched by this event. It's a sad day in Willards today Folks. Keep everyone in your prayers today because this put a hurting on all of them.

Back to the Drawing Board on Salisbury Take-Home Vehicles

As the Salisbury City Council meets again this week for a work session, one item to be discussed is take home cars for city employees.  Wait!  Didn't they take care of that weeks ago?

In true Barrie Comegys style the public has been snookered again.  At their last legislative session the council was supposed to enact a policy that would have eliminated 11 take home vehicles.  The dynamic duo of Mayor Barrie Tilghman and Councilman Barrie Comegys would have none of that.  Instead, a useless resolution was put before council that would have established a "policy" but would not save the city any money.

As Councilwoman Louise Smith was pontificating on how many cars could be eliminated, it was Councilwoman Debbie Campbell who asked the $64,000 question - ARE ANY TAKE-HOME CARS ELIMINATED IN THIS MEASURE?

The answer, of course, was NO!

As Comegys appears to be courting the civil service vote by providing cars at taxpayer expense, don't be surprised to see another toothless bill come from today's meeting.  It's Salisbury - taxpayers come last in the pecking order.

FREE Puppies

FREE to a GOOD home. These are Lab/Rott puppies. They have seen the vet and are healthy. If you know a good loving family who would love to have one of these cute puppies. Let me know.

Thanks!

Jennifer
mail to: jennifer@ocfishing.com

I'LL BE HOME FOR XMAS, LIKE IT OR NOT

In a post yesterday, the term “Xmas” was used in its normal and traditional sense, but the anti-Albero crowd lost no time in bearing false witness, claiming in their comments to the post that I was being disrespectful of Christ, and even accusing me of engaging in anti-Christian satanism by using that term. Those morons have no knowledge of the matter as several other commentators pointed out, including this one (who does not mince any words):

Hey "satanism" buffoons:

Read this and go stake yourselves in unison –

"Xmas" and "X-mas" are common abbreviations of the word "Christmas". They are
sometimes pronounced "eksmas", but they, and variants such as "Xtemass", originated as handwriting abbreviations for the pronunciation "Christmas". The "-mas" part came from the Latin-derived Old English word for "mass".

The word "Christ" and its compounds, including "Christmas", have been abbreviated for at least the past 1,000 years, long before the modern "Xmas" was commonly used. "Christ" was often written as "XP" or "Xt"; there are references in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle as far back as AD 1021. This X and P arose as the uppercase forms of the Greek letters ÷ and ñ), used in ancient abbreviations for ×ñéóôïò (Greek for "Christ"), and are still widely seen in many Eastern Orthodox icons depicting Jesus Christ. The labarum, an amalgamation of the two Greek letters rendered as ☧, is a symbol often used to represent Christ in Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox Christian Churches."

And see this discussion:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/magazine/4097755.stm

If my accusers want real knowledge about satanism, perhaps Barrie could tutor them.

Holy E-Mail

One day God was looking down at Earth and saw all of the rascally behavior that was going on. So he called one of His angels and sent the angel to Earth for a time. When he returned, he told God, 'Yes, it is bad on Earth; 95% are misbehaving and only 5% are not. God thought for a moment and said, 'Maybe I had better send down a second angel to get anothe r opinion.'

So God called another angel and sent him to Earth for a time.

When the angel returned he went to God and said, 'Yes, it's true. The Earth is in decline; 95% are misbehaving, but 5% are being good.'

God was not pleased. So He decided to e-mail the 5% that were good, because he wanted to encourage them, and give them a little something to help them keep going.

Do you know what the e-mail said?







Okay, I was just wondering, because I didn't get one either.

Bishopville Vol. Fire Department - Carryout

Single Fried Oyster Sandwich's - Combos w/Fries
Wings - Reg or Hot - Combos w/Fries
Homemade Ham & Bean Soup

December 5th - Friday from 5 pm till

Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department
10709 Bishopville Rd - Main Street
Bishopville, MD 21813

To benefit our building fund

Questions: 410.352.5757 or fdemsbishopville@mchsi.com

The #1 Taxi In Salisbury To Hire

OK, scratch and rub your eyes again, blink, now open them again. That's right, FREE TAXI! ONLY on Salisbury News. My guess is, this guy's business just went through the roof!

CAN GANNETT GET ANYTHING RIGHT?

The Gannett website contains a discussion of the Daily Times that --
unbelievably -- is posted on it for the purpose of attracting new employees.

Let's hope that they don't mail their application to the Salisbury address
given: 115 E. Carroll Street. The Daily Times has vacated that property, which
Gannett sold to the hospital a couple weeks ago, but its address and a picture
of the building there still appear on Gannett's website as the location of the
Daily Times.

And under the heading "About Salisbury" it lists the population as 163,180.
Most significantly, it states there are 275 employees at the Daily Times, but
there are now less than that after what happened earlier this year and again
yesterday.

Here's the link to that webpage:

http://www.gannett.com/about/map/ataglance/salis.htm

And here's a link to an interesting aspect of the workforce reduction plan
adopted by Gannett last summer, which was apparently leaked by the top
management at the Daily Times:

http://gannettblog.blogspot.com/search/label/Salisbury

The Little Angel OnTthe Top Of The Christmas Tree!

One particular Christmas season a long time ago, Santa was getting ready for his annual trip but there were problems everywhere. Four of his elves got sick, and the trainee elves did not produce the toys as fast as the regular ones so Santa was beginning to feel the pressure of being behind schedule. Then Mrs. Claus told Santa that her Mom was coming to visit; this stressed Santa even more.

When he went to harness the reindeer, he found that three of them were about to give birth and two had jumped the fence and were out at heaven knows where. More stress.

Then when he began to load the sleigh one of the boards cracked and the toy bag fell to the ground and scattered the toys. So, frustrated, Santa went into the house for a cup of coffee and a shot of whiskey. When he went to the cupboard, he discovered that the elves had hid the liquor and there was nothing to drink.

In his frustration, he accidentally dropped the coffeepot and it broke into hundreds of little pieces all over the kitchen floor. He went to get the broom and found that mice had eaten the straw it was made of. Just then the doorbell rang and Santa cussed on his way to the door. He opened the door and there was a little angel with a great big Christmas tree.

The angel said, very cheerfully, "Merry Christmas Santa. Isn't it just a lovely day? I have a beautiful tree for you. Isn't it just a lovely tree? Where would you like me to stick it?

Thus began the tradition of the little angel on top of the tree.

Idiot Sightings

IDIOT SIGHTING:
We had to have the garage door repaired. The Sears repairman told us that one of
our problems was that we did not have a 'large' enough motor on the opener. I
thought for a minute, and said that we had the largest one Sears made at that
time, a 1/2 horsepower. He shook his head and said, 'Lady, you need a 1/4
horsepower.' I responded that 1/2 was larger than 1/4. He said, 'NO, it's not.'
Four is larger than two..'

We haven't used Sears repair since.

IDIOT SIGHTING
My daughter and I went through the McDonald's take-out window and I gave the
clerk a $5 bill. Our total was $4.25, so I also handed her a quarter. She said,
'you gave me too much money.' I said, 'Yes I know, but this way you can just give me a dollar
bill back.' She sighed and went to get the manager who asked me to repeat my
request. I did so, and he handed me back the quarter, and said 'We're sorry but
they could not do that kind of thing.' The clerk then proceeded to give me back
$1 and 75 cents in change.

Do not confuse the clerks at McD's.

IDIOT SIGHTING:
I live in a semi rural area. We recently had a new neighbor call the local
township administrative office to request the removal of the DEER CROSSING sign
on our road. The reason: 'Too many deer are being hit by cars out here! I
don't think this is a good place for them to be crossing anymore.'

From Kingman , KS .



IDIOT SIGHTING IN FOOD SERVICE:
My daughter went to a local Taco Bell and ordered a taco. She asked the person
behind the counter for 'minimal lettuce.' He said he was sorry, but they only
had iceburg lettuce..

From Kansas City



IDIOT SIGHTING:
I was at the airport, checking in at the gate when an airport employee asked, 'Has anyone put anything
in your baggage wit hout your knowledge?' To which I replied, 'If it was without
my knowledge, how would I know?' He smiled knowingly and nodded,
'That's why we ask.'

Happened in Birmingham , Ala.



IDIOT SIGHTING:
The stoplight on the corner buzzes when it's safe to cross the street. I was
crossing with an intellec tually challenged coworker of mine. She asked if I
knew what the buzzer was for. I explained that it signals blind people when the
light is red. Appalled, she responded, 'What on earth are blind people doing
driving?!'

She was a probation officer in Wichita , KS



IDIOT SIGHTING:
At a good-bye luncheon fo r an old and dear coworker (she was leaving the
company due to 'downsizing' ) our manager commented cheerfully, 'This is fun. We
should do this more often.' Not another word was spoken. We all just looked at
each other with that deer-in-the-headlights stare.

This w as a lunch at Texas Instruments.


IDIOT SIGHTING :
I work with an individual who plugged her power strip back into itself and for
the sake of her life, couldn't understand why her system would not turn on.

A deputy with the Dallas County Sheriffs office, no less.



IDIOT SIGHTING:
When my husband and I arrived at an automobile dealership to pick up our car, we
were told the keys had been locked in it. We went to the service department and
found a mechanic working feverishly to unlock the drivers side door. As I
watched from the passenger side, I instinctively tried the door handle and
discovered that it was unlocked. 'Hey,' I announced to the technician, 'its
open!' His reply, 'I know. I already got that side.'

This was at the Ford dealership in Canton , Mississippi

Public Servant Sunday

Hi, Joe!

I just wanted to let you know that my church will be hosting "Public Servant Sunday" on December 14! The purpose is to give thanks to those whom serve our community by serving them a delicious breakfast! I think that this is a wonderful idea and I was hoping that you could help us to spread the word. Police Officers, Fire Fighters, Elected Officials...anyone who serves! We, of course, would love to have you there as well. It will begin at 9:30 am-Parkside High School. Breakfast is from 9:30-10:30 and a special church service will follow.

The invitation can be found by clicking this link:
http://www.souldiscovery.com/publicservant/index.shtml

I hope that things are going well for you! Keep up the good work!

Sincerely,

Heather Molnar

Channel 16 & 21

"Joe,

I am sure most everyone has seen two different spots on WBOC claiming that satellite companies wont carry our local broadcasts. One spot in particular suggests that a weather personality on channel 16 & 21 attempted to calm and reassure local kids of impending dangerous weather. This service was only availible to households with external antennas or cable subscribers. It further states that children who watch TV broadcasts via satellite dishes would not benefit from this service. If this local service is desired, it forces Direct-TV and other satellite customers to purchase and use an outside antenna to receive these local signals. This is misdirected information. The satellite companies will carry local programming! Our local stations have prohibited the use of our local signals for satellite redistribution because major networks i.e. CBS,ABC are carried by close major markets as well. Meaning if you would watch CBS on a dish and chose the Baltimore affiliate instead of the local affiliate, you would be watching advertisement's from another locale.Translation, why should local advertisers spend their dollars for advertising that will not have a local captive audience? These statements made by WBOC are misleading at best! Tell the truth WBOC!"