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LIBRARIES FOR ALLby Patricia L. Cook

Public libraries have existed since around 288 B.C. The best-known early public library, considered the first, was the Great Library of Alexandria, properly called the Royal Library of Alexandria, in Egypt.

• The ancient library served as a great resource center for scholars as well as the general public. It had around 700,000 scrolls, equivalent to more than 100,000 printed books. The original library was destroyed after about 600 years. The exact date and cause of the destruction is unclear but many attribute its demise to Julius Caesar.

• When the uprising in Egypt occurred earlier this year many people did not realize that a major world library might be destroyed again! The Bibliotheca Alexandrina was built from 1994 to 2002 to replace the ancient library. The new library, designed by a Norwegian firm, Shohetta, is modern with a glass-paneled roof inclined toward the Mediterranean Sea, symbolizing the image of the Egyptian sun illuminating the world.

• The new library was protected by people joining hands around it. University students placed a huge national flag on the steps of the Bibliotheca as a sign to please respect the property. The Bibliotheca has space for about five million books.

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• That is not the largest library in the world though. The U.S. Library of Congress holds that honor with nearly 20 million books. The original building for the Library of Congress, established in 1800, was also destroyed by fire. It was burned by the British in 1814 during the War of 1812, and rebuilding started immediately. Former President Thomas Jefferson sold his personal library to Congress to help replace the books that were destroyed. The appraised value of his collection was $23,950 and more than doubled the original library.

• Fire caused the loss of many books and entire libraries in the early years. Many churches and early government officials were instrumental in establishing and protecting history through donating works and rebuilding buildings after fires reduced libraries to ashes.

• In 1875, there were 188 public libraries in the United States. By 1886, there were more than 600. The importance of public libraries was steadily growing when Scottish-American Andrew Carnegie made books even more accessible.

• Carnegie was one of the richest men in the world, making his fortune in steel production and construction. He resolved by the age of 33 to keep only $50,000 a year from his earnings

Given all they have to do for patients, De-partment of Veterans Affairs medical centers reply heavily on volunteers. Here are a few ways you can help:

--Voluntary Transportation Network: You’ll give rides to veterans who have appointments at the medical center and no way to get there. These appointments are important, especially if the veteran is scheduled for chemo, radia-tion or even dialysis.

--Shuttle drivers: Parking lots can be big and daunting for a veteran who isn’t feeling well. You’ll transport veterans from cars to the door, and back again.

--Office assistant: In some places additional office staff is welcome for answering phones and filing, as well as greeting people and giv-ing directions, or calling patients with ap-pointment reminders.

--Patient volunteer: You’ll help nursing staff give extra attention to veterans, hand out goodies or even just talk to patients who have no visitors. Perhaps you’ll help write a letter, make a phone call or play a board game.

If you want to donate cash, there are plenty of places money can be used. Personal care products, coffee and snacks for the Lodger Unit, televisions and recreation programs can all use your dollars.

These recreation programs, which can in-clude barbecues, fishing trips and meals out, can be life-changing events for many veter-ans. By giving cash or going along to help, you’ll make it possible for more veterans to take a break from medical treatment.

Non-cash donations are welcome too, but a bit trickier. You need to call and find out what is needed at a given time, as space for storage is generally tight.

To find out how you can help, contact the vol-untary services office at the VA medical cen-ter nearest you. Search at www.va.gov and click on Locations.

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and use the rest to help others. His “Gospel of Wealth,” was to “make no effort to increase fortune but spend the surplus each year for benevolent purposes. Cast aside business forever except for others.” He gave away more than $333 million — 90 percent of his fortune. Included in this benevolence was the creation of more than 1,600 free public library buildings in 1,412 American communities, 125 in Canada and more in his native Scotland and around the world.

• In order for a community to receive library funds from Carnegie, they had to commit to providing land for the building with room for expansion as needs arose and a budget for operation and maintenance. He insisted on community commitment. The first Carnegie Library was built in Dunfermline, Scotland, Carnegie’s hometown. The first in the United States was in Braddock, Pennsylvania.

• Many of the Carnegie Libraries in the United States are listed and protected on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the National Park Service and open for the public to enjoy. Even today, libraries are often designed as fantastic structures that draw people with their architectural significance. Then the magic of books and reading keeps them intrigued!

• Seattle, Washington, received a generous donation from Carnegie after its library was totally destroyed by fire on January 2, 1901. Four days later, Carnegie agreed to donate $200,000 to build a new “fireproof” library.

• In 2004, the third building housing the Seattle Central Public Library located at the original Carnegie site, 1000 Fourth Avenue, was opened. This building was a result of the largest library bond issue ever submitted in the United States. The “Libraries for All” bond was for a proposed $196.4 million for a makeover of the entire Seattle Public Library system, including the new Central building. The project was completed

Dog Eats NonstopBy Samantha Mazzotta

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Why does my dog, “Jack,” eat nonstop? If I don’t hide his food, he will eat it all. He’s even broken into the pantry where I kept his dog food and torn the bag open to get at it. Is there something wrong with him? -- Kerrie J., via e-mail

DEAR KERRIE: It’s always wise to check with your veterinarian if your pet’s behavior is worrisome to you. If Jack only recently started eating nonstop, tell the vet about this behavioral change. He or she may want to take a look at Jack to rule out any possible health issues.

Many dog owners, however, find it necessary to hide the dog food and store any easy-to-open people food on high shelves where their dog can’t reach. This is because many dogs will eat everything in sight for as long as they can, way past the point of being full. This doesn’t just put them at risk of obesity, it puts them at risk of bloat, a condition that can be fatal.

Eating people food also puts pets at risk for other conditions -- for example, onions are poisonous to dogs, as is chocolate.

Feed your dog according to the guidelines for his size and breed -- often these are printed on the dog-food packaging, or you can ask the vet how much and how often he should eat. Make sure Jack cannot access any food, or the garbage, when unsupervised.

If Jack overeats again, watch him closely for signs of bloat. These include sudden behavioral change, anxiety or restlessness, frequent attempts to vomit with no success, attempts to defecate without result, a bloated abdomen that may feel tight as a drum, and a hunched-over appearance. If you observe any of these, get Jack to the veterinarian immediately -- do not wait.

To Your Good Health By Paul G. Donohue, M.D.

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: For the past five years I have known that I have aortic stenosis. I have no symptoms and no restrictions on what I do. My doctor says I need no treatment. I’m happy about that. Will I have a shortened life? I’m 55. --- S.B.

ANSWER: “Stenosis” indicates narrowing. The aortic valve closes when the heart pumps blood out and into the aorta and the entire body. Closure of the valve stops blood from leaking back into the heart. Because the valve and its opening have constricted, the heart has to pump harder to empty itself. That strains the heart, and, in time, leads to heart failure.

Stenosis is relative. Its danger and its consequences depend on how narrow are the opening and valve. Doctors can get an accurate picture of the valve’s dimensions through an echocardiogram, a sound wave picture of the heart.

When the valve and its opening reach a critical size, decisions are made about the best treatment. Often, it’s surgery with the installation of an artificial valve.

If a severely narrowed valve goes untreated, three symptoms develop: chest pain on activity (angina), shortness of breath and fainting spells. Death occurs within three or fewer years unless a new valve is put in place. Surgery is usually performed well before these signs make their appearance. You might never need a correction if

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the narrowing process stops.

You probably wonder how you acquired the valve problem. You might have been born with a valve that had minor defects, which promoted narrowing. Calcifications could have settled on the valve. Or you might have had rheumatic fever as a child, which caused valve deformity.

The booklet on heart-valve disorders gives a comprehensive view on these valves and their treatment. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 105W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. ***DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have had three attacks of gallbladder pain due to gallstones. My doctor is pushing me to have my gallbladder removed. The prospect of surgery doesn’t thrill me. Can’t these stones be treated in some other way? How does my body function without a gallbladder? -- R.C.

ANSWER: Have the surgery. You have had three attacks of gallbladder pain; you’re bound to have more. You won’t find the surgery as frightening as you imagine. Often, it is done through small incisions with the guidance of a scope.

The body does quite well without a gallbladder. It’s a reservoir for bile, which is made in the liver. When a person eats a meal that has fat in it, as most meals do, the gallbladder contracts, sending a jet of bile into the digestive tract to promote fat digestion. Without a gallbladder for storage, bile drips into the digestive tract on a constant basis; that works out well.

Medicines can dissolve gallstones. They take a long time to work, and the stones have to be small. Frequently, the stones re-form after medicines are stopped.

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LIBRARIES FOR ALL (continued): in 2008 with donations and other gifts totaling

$290.7 million. The new library is a beautiful architectural gem that is bustling with activity. Carnegie would be proud that he helped encourage this years ago!

• The Toronto Public Library system is the largest in Canada with 99 branches. It also has the distinction of being the world’s busiest urban library system. Toronto is still using seven of the 10 libraries that were opened in the city using Carnegie grants.

• Two of the most unique public libraries in the world are in the country of Columbia. Three rock-like buildings on a prominent peak overlooking the city of Medellín offer patrons a beautiful place to browse the open stacks of books and a wonderful view. The building looks like three separate dark stones, but they are all connected underground.

• The other unique library in Columbia travels on the backs of two donkeys! “Biblioburro” is the service offered by Luis Soriano, a primary school teacher who saw the need for rural children to have more access to books. The burros, Alfa and Beto (based on the word “alphabet”), have been carrying Luis and books to more than 4,000 youngsters since 1990. He and his wife also built the largest free library in Madgalena, next to their home.

• Similar to the Biblioburro are bookmobiles, bus-sized vehicles driven into rural areas and allowing children and adults to peruse the shelves for reading material. The first was actually a book wagon used in Washington County, Maryland, in 1905. Modern bookmobiles are still in use today.

• While the first public libraries consisted of many volumes of scrolls mostly made of papyrus and displayed in pigeon-hole shelves, today’s libraries contain hard and soft bound books, magazines, computers, music, movies and more. Libraries have been and will continue to be an important part of communities. Check out your public library soon!

• It was 20th-century American humorist Evan Esar who made the following extremely sage observation: “Anger is the feeling that makes your mouth work faster than your mind.”

• The Ghirardelli company, now renowned worldwide for the fine chocolate it produces, originally was a purveyor of mustard and spices.

• Frank Lloyd Wright was an unusually prolific architect. During the 70 years of his professional career, he designed a whopping 500 buildings.

• Unless you’re employed in the publishing field, you might think that a typographical error is rather insignificant, something that only nitpickers worry about. Typos, however, sometimes radically change the meaning of text. Take, for example, the 1631 edition of the Bible published by the royal printers in London. A word was left out of one of the Ten Commandments, resulting in the exhortation, “Thou shalt commit adultery.”

This book is now known as the Wicked Bible or the Adulterous Bible. Robert Barker and Martin Lucas, the publishers responsible for the error, were fined 300 British pounds, or about $54,000 in today’s currency.

• In 1826, the eastern part of Texas declared its independence from the United States, calling itself the Republic of Fredonia.

• You might be surprised to learn that author Norman Mailer, best known for his novel “The Naked and the Dead,” majored in aeronautical engineering when he was in college.

• If you’re an arachnophobe, you may not want to read the following tidbit: There are some species of spider that dine on fish -- and catch them, too.

• For reasons surpassing understanding, in 1845, the city of Boston made it mandatory to have a doctor’s prescription before taking a bath.***Thought for the Day: “A man has to live with himself, and he should see to it that he always has good company.” -- Charles Evans Hughes

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In 2010, pitcher Arthur Rhodes tied a major-league record with 33 consecutive scoreless appearances. Who also holds the mark? Twice during the 1980s, a relief pitcher won the N.L. Rookie of the Year Award. Name either pitcher.

The University of Michigan had retired only five numbers in football entering the 2011 season. Name three of the five. How many seasons of at least 50 wins did the San Antonio Spurs have in the past 20 seasons (1991-92 through 2010-11). Before the 2010-11 season (32 goals), what was the lowest goal total for a season for Washington’s Alex Ovechkin? When was the last time before 2011 that Penn State won an NCAA wrestling team championship? In 2011, golfer Luke Donald became the sec-ond player in a row from England to win the Match Play Championship. Who was the first?

• On Sept. 27, 1854, two ships collide off the coast of Newfoundland, killing 322 pas-sengers and crew. The wooden-hulled Arc-tic was severely damaged when it slammed into the iron-hulled steamer Vesta. In trying to beach the ship, the Arctic’s captain ran over several lifeboats, causing even more people to drown.

• On Oct. 1, 1890, an act of Congress cre-ates Yosemite National Park, home of such natural wonders as the 2,425-foot-high Yo-semite Falls, rock formations Half Dome and El Capitan, and three groves of giant sequoias, the world’s biggest trees.

• On Sept. 28, 1938, auto inventor Charles Duryea dies in Philadelphia at the age of 76. Duryea and his brother Frank designed and built one of the first functioning gas-powered automobiles. Charles insisted on taking full credit for the brothers’ innova-tion and said that Frank was “simply a me-chanic.”

• On Sept. 26, 1957, “West Side Story,” composed by Leonard Bernstein, opens at the Winter Garden Theatre on Broadway. “West Side Story,” a reinterpretation of Wil-liam Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, tells the tale of a love affair between Tony, who is Polish American, and Maria, a Puerto Ri-can, set against an urban background of in-terracial warfare.

• On Sept. 29, 1969, the U.S. Army drops murder charges against eight Special Forc-es soldiers accused of killing a Vietnamese national. The case against the Green Berets was dismissed for reasons of national secu-rity when the CIA refused to release highly classified information.

• On Oct. 2, 1985, Rock Hudson, a Hol-lywood romantic leading man during the 1950s and ‘60s and later a TV star, dies at the age of 59 from an AIDS-related illness. The 6-foot-5 Hudson rose to fame starring in such films as “Giant” (1956), for which he received an Academy Award nomination.

• On Sept. 30, 1999, large doses of radiation are released at Japan’s Tokaimura nuclear plant, an accident caused by a serious er-ror made by workers at the plant. Instead of pouring 5 pounds of powdered uranium into nitric acid, workers poured in 35 pounds.

1. Is the Book of Machpelah in the Old or New Testament or neither?2. From 2 Samuel, who said, “How are the mighty fallen, and the weapons of war perished”? Saul, Simeon, David, Peter3. Who said, “I have heard many such things; miserable comforters are ye all”? Samson, Goliath, The Devil, Job4. From the Beatitudes, who shall be called the sons of God? Hungry, Peacemakers, Merciful, Lonely5. What Jewish lady became queen of Persia? Abigail, Sarah, Esther, Ruth6. Whose biblical name means “God is judge”? Titus, Festus, David, Daniel

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1. Mike Myers (2000) and Mark Guthrie (2002).2. The Dodgers’ Steve Howe in 1980 and St. Louis’ Todd Worrell in 1986.3. No. 11 (Wistert brothers: Francis, Albert and Alvin), No. 47 (Bennie Oosterbaan), No. 48 (Gerald Ford), No. 87 (Ron Kramer) and No. 98 (Tom Harmon).4. Sixteen.5. Forty-six (2006-07).6. It was 1953.7. Ian Poulter.

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It makes sense to pay attention to a study that’s gone on for many years. There’s one that’s been in place since 2,400 men and women were born 1946. The study, reported in a recent issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, was called “Physical Activity Across Adulthood and Physical Performance in Midlife.”

Scientists hoped to learn whether leisure-time physical activity at a younger age had anything to do with the status of physical strength in later years. The participants were contacted more than 20 times for updated information, checked at ages 36, 43, and 53 and tested for standing balance, how long it took to rise up out of a chair, and grip strength.

Standing balance measured how long the participant could stand on one leg with eyes closed, up to 30 seconds. Chair-rise speed involved getting up out of a chair, standing straight and sitting back down -- ten times! Grip strength used an electronic device for measurement.

Here’s how the results turned out: At all three checks, “chair rise” time was positively affected by prior physical activity. At ages 43 and 53 standing balance was affected. At age 53, women’s grip strength wasn’t affected, but it was with men.

The conclusion was that yes indeed, physical activity does affect the status of our physical strength and performance later in life.

Cooler weather is coming, with winter right behind. Consider signing up for some type of physical activity class, something fun, that meets on a regular basis.

We can’t go back and give ourselves a more active youth, but we can start now to give ourselves a stronger future, right?

Physical Activity Pays Dividends

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You’ll soon have a chance to take a big step up from where you are to where you want to be. Check it out first. Re-member: Even the Mountain Sheep looks before it leaps.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) This week brings a challenge that could determine the future direction of your life. If you’re ready for a change, accept it with confidence. A loved one supports your deci-sion.GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A disruption creates a delay in completing your projects. Use this time to pursue a personal matter you were too busy to deal with before. You’ll find it will be time well spent.CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You still need to be on the alert for any signs of problems that could create serious misunderstandings. A more positive aspect begins to emerge toward the week’s end. Be patient.LEO (July 23 to August 22) With things slow-ing down a bit this week, it would be a good time for luxury-loving Leonines to go somewhere for some well-earned pampering. Things liven up around Friday.VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Single Vir-gos looking for partners are finally getting a break from Venus, who has moved in to make things happen. Attached Virgos see their relationships blossom.LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You’ve been working hard to get things done. Now take a breather and recheck your next step. You might want to make some changes in view of the news that comes your way.SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) The watchword for savvy Scorpios this week is “prep-aration.” Consider sharpening your skills to make the most of the new opportunity you’re about to take on.SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) There might still be some loose ends that need tucking up if you hope to get that important re-lationship repaired. A new spurt of activity starts soon.CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) It’s a good idea to keep the positive momentum going by finding and getting rid of anything that could cause you to stumble. Keep the path ahead clear and open.AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A period of contemplation is advised before you make your next move. Be sure that where you decide to go is the right place for you. A health matter needs attention.PISCES (February 19 to March 20) That new en-ergy surge that hit you last week continues to send out good vibrations. Try investing a part of it in creating something noteworthy on the job.BORN THIS WEEK: You like to balance your personal universe, and in doing so, you help bring harmony into the lives of the rest of us.

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Corn, Black Bean and Rice Burritos

These yummy vegetarian baked burritos are jam-packed with a savory mixture of corn, chiles, cheese, black beans and rice.

1/4 package (14-ounce) precooked long-grain rice, (1 boil-in-bag)1 can (15- to 19-ounce) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 1/4- to 16-ounce) whole-ker-nel corn, drained1 can (4- to 4 1/2-ounce) chopped mild green chiles, drained2/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro1 package (10-ounce) low-fat flour torti-llas, (eight 6- to 7-inch tortillas)1 jar (12.5-ounce) fat-free mild salsa

1. Preheat oven to 425 F. Prepare rice as label directs.

2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine black beans, corn, chiles, cheese and ci-lantro.

3. When rice is done, stir into bean mix-ture. Spoon rounded 1/2 cup rice mix-ture along center of each tortilla. Spoon 1 tablespoon salsa on top of rice filling. Fold sides of tortilla over filling, over-lapping slightly.

4. Spray 13- by 9-inch glass or ceram-ic baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place burritos, seam-side down, in dish. Spoon any remaining rice mix-ture in a row down center of burritos; top rice with remaining salsa. Cover loosely with foil and bake 15 minutes. Serves 4.

Tip: While these burritos are bak-ing, make a salad of sliced cucumbers tossed with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette.

• Each serving: About 525 calories, 9g total fat (4g saturated), 17mg cholesterol, 1,470mg so-dium, 98g carbohydrate, 24g protein.

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HOME TIPS

Q: Please settle an argument for me. I feel our heating unit needs to be maintained every year, while my housemate has an at-titude of, “If it ain’t broke, don’t mess with it.” Who’s right? -- Jackie L. in MarylandA: While most homeowners don’t have their heating (and cooling) systems checked every year -- or for several years, for that matter -- they should try to schedule a maintenance checkup at least every other year. A licensed air conditioning and heating professional can check the entire system, including ducting and vents, point out potential trouble spots and ensure the unit is working efficiently.

In between maintenance checks, homeown-ers can do some of their own maintenance to keep the heating system in top shape for win-ter. Fall is the best time to do this, before you need the heat. Here are some tips:

--Change the air filter, even if it is relatively clean and was changed on schedule last win-ter. Once you start using the heating system regularly, replace the filter monthly.

--Open vents and registers, check for debris and vacuum out dust and dirt. This not only keeps warm air flowing freely, it helps reduce allergies from dust and pollen.

--Clean the blower and motor housing. Of-ten accessible behind the air filter, make sure these two important parts of the heater are free of dust and dirt. Wipe with a clean rag. If the housing is covered with a film of dirt, wipe with a rag dampened in soapy water to clean. Don’t use solvents or harsh chemicals on these parts.

--If your heater is a natural gas unit, make sure the pilot light is working efficiently. Turn the burner control to OFF and wait three minutes for the pilot light assembly to cool. Open the pilot light access panel. Turn the burner control to PILOT and light the pi-lot light (you may need to depress the con-trol while lighting). The pilot light should relight fairly quickly and burn with a clean blue flame.

That’s basically all a homeowner needs to do between professional maintenance checks. It may not seem like much, but simply inspect-ing and cleaning the heating unit each year can go a long way toward preventing unex-pected repair bills.

HOME TIP: It’s important to locate the shutoff valve for your home’s gas system in the event of a leak. It’s typically near the meter.

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