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by Len LathropEpping High School came to the Cougar Den Friday,

the 23rd, for the final regular game of the 2015 season.The Blue Devils came with a respectable record o f 11-4,and did manage to take one set. Set scoring was 23-12,25-18, 18-25, 25-17 on this senior night for the Campbellgirls. In the scoring book, Gabi Sott had 13 kills, SophieScafidi turned in 29 assists, and Val Boucher was creditedwith 13 kills.

NHIAA Division 3 tournament play began Thursday, the29th, with Raymond bringing its 3-13 record to Litchfield.Campbell played Raymond on Sept. 22 during the regularseason and took all three sets from them at that time. Inthe one-and-done format of the NHIAA, one loss endstournament play for you. The winner will play nextHalloween versus the winner of the Newfound/Trinitymatch. With Campbell being the number-one seed, thatcontest would be in the Cougar Den.

by Len LathropYour HLNislucky to have an office about two minutes away from Presentation

of Mary Academy. On Monday we were invited to come down the street to seeChinese acrobats perform.

With more than 500 students at the academy, two performances were neededto get everyone into the second-floor auditorium. During this show in attendancewere kindergartners to fourth graders, who were excited to see the Bureau ofLectures and Concert Artists, Inc. This special opportunity was supported by thePMA parents group. The only way we can tell you about this performance is showyou, our readers, some pictures of both the performers and the students and theirenjoyment. Almost forgot to tell you, there was an educational component to theperformance. The MC taught the students some Chinese words as the performersreadied themselves for the many differentfeats that they showed the children.

by Laurie JasperThe General Federation of Womens Clubs New Hampshire

held its Fall Field Meeting and 120th Anniversary Celebrationon Saturday, Oct. 24, at SERESC Conference Center inBedford, N.H. GFWC-NH President Tina Smith welcomedover 50 members to the day-long event, themed Renew.Rebuild. Rejuvenate.

Following the business meeting in the morning, specialhighlights in honor of the 120th anniversary included a videomessage of appreciation from Senator Kelly Ayotte, a readingof a proclamation from Gov. Maggie Hassan by Tina Smith,and retrospective speeches about past presidents and juniordirectors, during which current members portrayed severalleaders from GFWC-NHs past who played pivotal roles inGFWC-NH history.

Special guest Rebecca Rule, a New Hampshire author,humorist and storyteller, shared a special presentation afterlunch entitled Strong Women with Attitudes, delighting theaudience with her charming stories, subtle wit and quaintNew Hampshire accent.

GFWC-NH Hudson member Laurie Jasper displayed aportion of her vintage hats collection she inherited from heraunts, which were appreciated and worn by many throughoutthe day. In fact, Rebecca Rule selected a lovely hat to wearthroughout her program, quipping that her talk was about,Women with Attitudes and Hat-itudes.

Yankee humor is my specialty. You have to be smart toput it together, Rule said with a grin. With a lot of myhumor, people dont actually laugh until the next day, shesaid, to immediate laughter.

GFWCNH was founded by Lilian Carpenter Streeteron Oct. 24, 1895, in Concord. GFWC is an internationalwomens organization that is dedicated to communityimprovement by enhancing the lives of others throughvolunteer service. The list of accomplishments and projects islong and varied over the 120 years, from the New HampshireFarm Museum in Milton, and the Clean River Project to theKindergarten Bill and even the purchase of a war bomberduring World War II.

Hudson has two GFWC NH Clubs, GFWC HudsonCommunity Club and GFWC Hudson Junior Womens Club,which were both represented at the meeting.

by Laurie JasperThe Friends of Benson Park,

Inc. hosted a spaghetti Supper onSaturday, Oct. 24 from 4 p.m. to 7p.m. at the Hudson CommunityCenter. The Halloween-themedevent included delicious foodalong with raffles, face painting,balloon animal sculptures andeven a special appearance frommembers of Granite State Clowns,who entertained the crowdthroughout the evening with funtreats and a few good naturedtricks, too.

We had a great night tonight;weve been busy. We had morefamilies come with their kids thisyear, said John Leone, chairman ofthe Friends of Benson Park.

As the days grow colder, theFriends of Benson Park will continuewith projects on the property, and some will be concentrating on the inside of theformer elephant barn during the winter. A dedicated group of volunteers meetsregularly during weekdays. If youd like to help out with maintenance of thetrails and other projects, please contact the members throughwww.friendsofbensonpark.org.

Cougars Volley for Perfect Record,Now onto Playoffs

Tese close-knit Campbell seniors look all business as they get ready to play their final game in the Cougar Den:Valerie Boucher, Olivia Martinage, Christina Marra, Avery LaCroix, Sophie Scafidi and aysia Boyson.

Clowning Around withFriends of Benson Park

Lucky Penny (aka Karen Hill from Salem) livesup to her name by winning the nights 50/50raffl e. Here, she shares the spotlight with Ryan

Gasdia, 8, of Hudson who was excited to win oneof the raffl e prizes.

StaffphotosbyLaurieJasper

A lot of great cooking with a liberal dash of clowning took place in the kitchen at the Friends ofBenson Park Spaghetti Supper. Volunteers even got a visit from the Granite State Clowns, from

left: Natalie Newell, Krickey (aka Kristi Parker), Pat Wells, Mike Carrafiello, Barbara Viti,Cracker Jacks (aka Barbara Foristall), and Don Newell.

GFWC-NH Celebrates 120 Yearsof Serving and Improving

GFWC NH hat ladies, from left: Judy McPhail, Sheila Casey, JeanneOSullivan, Linda wombly, Joann Prue, Rebecca Rule, and LauraEdmands (who was dressed as founder Lilian Carpenter Streeter).

Staff photo by Laurie Jasper

Exciting Chinese Acrobatsand Some Language Lessons

Te seniors with their families

Sophie Scafidi and aysia Boyson congratulate each other during theirfinal home game.

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Anthony Rolfs is a willing volunteer.

Liam OKeefe was pulled from the audience.

StaffphotosbyBrucePreston

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by Doug RobinsonThe Rodgers Memorial Library recently gave

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of Hudson voted in favor of a 2.0 percentwage increase for the full-time employees ofthe Rodgers Memorial Library in the amount of$8,798. The vote passed by a vote of 1,370 to1,298 at the town meeting.

The actual wage issued by the Library Trustees

raised the salary budgetedline from $775,487 to$783,057, or an increase of$7,570 which is .8 percent

of the total library budget.The proposed 2017 annual

budget for the RodgersLibrary is $1,024,997.

In comparison withWindhams Nesmith Library,during fiscal 2014, theirbudget as reported in the2014 Windham AnnualReport was $1,066,615.

The library director for theRodgers Memorial Libraryearns a yearly salary plusbenefits in the amount

of $91,900, while the library director for theNesmith Library earned wages of $110,481 asreported in the annual report.

The starting wage for a library assistant at theRodgers Memorial Library for an employee (aslisted on the FY 2017 proposed budget) is $11 .73whereas Windhams town administrator stated thatthe starting wage for their library assistant positionbegins at $16.55 per hour.

The Rodgers Library will be going to thevoters again during the 2016 elections with awage increase warrant. It states, Shall the Town

of Hudson vote to raise andappropriate the sum of $15,397which represents a 3.5 percentincrease in wages and benefitsfor the full-time employees ofthe Rodgers Memorial Library?(This appropriation is in additionto Article 3, the OperatingBudget) (Recommended by theBoard of Selectmen 5-0) (NotRecommended by the BudgetCommittee 4-7).

submitted by Presentationof Mary Academy, Hudson

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Journey Award. She waschosen from a diocesanpanel of judges for theaward. The Companionson the Journey Awardis sponsored by theNational Federation forCatholic Youth Ministryin Washington, D.C. It isgiven to adults who havebeen active membersin parish, school, and/or diocesan activities foryouth ministry for thelast five years. Anyone

at school knows theycan count on Mary! Sheparticipates in manycommittees at PMAand will be one of thesupervisors for the eighthgrade overnight retreat.

by Laurie JasperMembers of the Hudson Historical Society

hosted an afternoon reception at Alvirne HillsHouse for the Alvirne Trustees and their spouseson Thursday, Oct. 22. The gathering was inrecognition of the Trustees assistance in themaintenance of Alvirne Hills House, which isowned by the Hudson School District and is thehome of the Hudson Historical Society.

In addition to the new trees that were planted

and the granite columns and lighting added toenhance the driveway to the Victorian home builtin 1890 by Dr. Hills, the trustees replaced theboilers in the basement of the house this past year.Honored by the society were Alvirne Trustees RuthParker, Elaine Brody, Peter Dolloff, Ruth Grondin,Wilbur Webb Palmer and Donald Shepard.Alvirne School Board Vice- Chairman PattyLanglais and Principal Steve Beals also attended.

PMAs Mary McManusHonored with Companions

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Alvirne Trustees ReceptionHeld at Hills House

Grace Lehto, Bishop Libasci and Mary McManus

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Back row, from left: Ruth Parker, Elaine Brody, and Peter Dolloff.Front row: Ruth Grondin, Wilbur Webb Palmer, and Donald Shepard.

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Rodgers Memorial LibraryGives all Employees a 2% Pay Raise

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Hudson Community Television is holding an open house this Sunday, November 1, from 1pm to 5pm. The center is located in the lower level of the North Barn at Benson Park. HCTV is a free resource provided by the Town of

Hudson that gives local residents the opportunity to produce television programs that then run on cable television and the Internet. Many of your neighbors are already producing shows with topics ranging from cooking to

exercise, from politics to sports. If you have an idea for show you'd like to produce stop by the event where you'll be able to chat with HCTV staff and volunteers. Tours of the center, television studio, and mobile production

truck will take place along with hands-on demos of cameras, microphones, lights, and the control room. At 2pm we will be dedicating the television studio to Coleman Kelly, a long time supporter and advocate of local access

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submitted by Ruth ParkerIn this c. 1930 photo readers can see a horse-drawn wagon traveling on Robinson Road just west of Robinson Pond near the present intersection with Parker Drive. On the wagon seat are Charles Charlie Parker,

Whitney Westneat and Alice (Mrs. Arthur) Westneat. In the wagon is the Rev. Arthur Westneat. Their oldest son, Arthur, is riding horseback. Rev. Westneat, a former pastor of the Baptist Church of Hudson, and hisfamily, were spending their summer vacation time visiting with John Abner and Julia Robinson. Photo courtesy of the Parker/Robinson family and now a part of the Historical Society Collection.

submitted by Steven CalawaEddie Barringer won the Chili Cook Off at

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made-from-scratch chili. Visitors were ableto sample the many chili dishes that had beensubmitted and then to vote for the best-tastingdish.

By the end of the day not a spoonful ofEddies chili was left over. Besides a day filledwith fire truck rides, hot dogs, popcorn andcotton candy, all supplied by the firefighters,

submitted by Presentation of Mary Academy, HudsonFor many years, Presentation of Mary Academy has given its students the opportunity to attend Natures Classroom during

the fifth grade. Natures Classroom offers a unique educational experience for students and their teachers. The commongoals that are integrated throughout the experience are for the student to improve their self-concept, to work together withothers and recognize that the community is comprised of individuals with their own individual needs and uniqueness.

This year, Mrs. Tooheys and Mr. Desaulniers classes had a blast! One student was asked what they learned while livingand working with the other students. I learned when you work together, you can do amazing things!

Remember Hudson When ...Robinson Road near Pond c. 1930

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In southern New Hampshire, local food pantries feel the economic strainas they receive more calls and visitors each month. Te area Cub ScoutPacks and Boy Scout roops are helping again this year to meet that need.

On Saturday, Nov. 7, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venture Scouts andExplorers will hit the streets to deliver tens of thousands of door hangers toresidences across the Nashua area.

One week later, on Saturday, Nov. 14, Scouts will retrieve the bags filledwith non-perishable goods for distribution to local pantries.

We seem to have touched upon a formula that makes it easy for peopleto give, and the residents of our communities have always been generous,said Jack Gaylord, District Director of Arrowhead District of the DanielWebster Council, Boy Scouts of America. Our Scouts are proud to be ableto help our local citizens.

Tis time of year, pantries often see their lowest food reserves, yet anincrease in need, said Gaylord. One of many Scout service projects,Scouting for Food brings youth an awareness of their communities needs,and also demonstrates the astounding support our neighbors provide oneanother. Some pantries tell us this single food drive keeps their shelvesstocked for over four months. o think that one-third of the food helpinglocal families comes through the hands of Scouts is a remarkable testamentto Scoutings importance.

With so many varieties of canned foods in todays supermarkets, choosingwhat to donate can be a difficult decision. Dieticians suggest the followingitems to be good contributions in the perfect Scouting for Food bag:

2 cans hearty soup, stew or chili 1 can fruit and 1 can 100% fruit juice 2 cans tuna, chicken or salmon 1 can vegetables 1 can tomato or pasta sauce (plastic bottle) 1 canned meal 1 can beans 1 box of pastaTe Scouts want to remind those donating to put their bags out Friday

night, or before 8 a.m. on Saturday the 14th. Te little Cub Scouts getreally excited when they see a bag of food on the porch or front steps of a

house. If you can make sure the bags are out, well do our part to get themto those that need them.

If you find that your bag was somehow missed, please bring it to yourlocal church, food bank, or grocery store. Tey all accept donations of foodand will get it to the folks that need it.

Yes, Scouting is strong in the HLN area! o join please go to www.BeAScout.org or visit the website of the Daniel Webster Council, Boy Scoutsof America at www.nhscouting.org.

Ben Dibble, Hudson

Are Veterans Really being Caredfor and about?

wo weeks ago I began thinking more about veterans than I usuallydo, because Veterans Day is coming again so soon, but also because Imbecoming aware that all the hype and public relations we read, see, and hearabout how our veterans are so important to give them the best that can begiven and done for them; is not always true. In my first part of this OpinionOffering, I referred to the 14 NFL eams that are paid by the Department ofDefense to produce on-field half-time events to honor veterans and I askedwhy the Department of Defense has to pay anyone to do that; especially the14 millionaire NFL team owners.

Ten last Tursday I received an email alert from Retired Army GeneralJohn K. Singlaub that disabled veterans are being evicted from where theylive. (Go to info@saluteheroesproject.org). Te report/alert goes on toexplain that the federal government and the VA still has more than 370,000pending disability claims; that those 370,000-plus veterans continue to waitfor disability benefits claims approvals and while they wait, they cant paytheir rents and bills and eat. Im hoping that whomever reads that, that ithas an impact on them equal to being run over by a 747 just landing andthat therell be a real true outrage felt everywhere. Tat additional exampleis not the end of how our veterans and especially disabled veterans are reallybeing treated as opposed to all the public relations messages we see on V orread about, even locally. Sure there are local efforts to care for and supportveterans, especially those who are disabled, but there a re many actual real-world examples where even locally; veterans are being ignored and even

disregarded, including disabled veterans. I know fromfirst-hand experience with five Hudson area businessesand even a veterans organization that disabled v eteransare disregarded in Hudson, but to be truthful I wasntshocked at all, saddened yes, but not shocked. Andthose six examples arent even ashamed of themselves.

Im going to close this second part with an example

of how veterans are disregarded, describing a Nashuaarea Vietnam Veteran who sustained combat injuriesand PSD, in later years was diagnosed with AcquiredMS from the constant exposure to Agent Orange; thathe then had to file a lawsuit against the VA to forcethem to pay for his health care. He won his lawsuitbut why does a disabled veteran have to beg and file alawsuit to have our government pay for his health care,why?

Part 3 will follow around Veterans Day.

Jerry Gutekunst, Hudson

Benson Parks Fundraising Event

a Huge SuccessTe Friends of Benson Park Inc. (FoBPI) would like to send out a big

thank you to all that attended our spaghetti supper. A special thanks to theGranite State clowns for donating their time and entertaining the adults andchildren also Cindy our face painter.

Also thank you to all of those that volunteered at our event and broughtraffle items or desserts. Tere are just too many to mention names, but youall know who you are and we do also. I also personally like to thank theFoBPI board members that donated a lot of the supplies needed to make thisevent a positive one.

We need also to recognize the businesses that continue to help us with ourevents. Teir generous contributions helped us make this a profitable event.

o the following businesses who donated goods and services : BensonBakery, Northside Restaurant, -Bones, Cookies Chuck Wagon, JosephLabrie Plumbing and Heating Service, Showtime Computers, Gate CityPlumbing! Please support them when you can.

It was another huge success for u s and will help us continue our work onthe museum. Over the winter we anticipate the gift shop to be completedbefore we open in the spring. Our goal is to have the gift shop completewith the exception of utilities. We are also planning on having most of theoutside of the barn done next year before the store closes. Please keep inmind that 100 percent of all funds received go to the operation and buildingof the museum and that there are no tax dollars being spent on this building.

Paul Lacasse, Hudson

Obliviously Sailing into DangerAs a former naval officer who was an officer of the deck underway,

navigator, and meteorology officer, and on track for ship command, I amappalled by the decision of the Captain of the El Faro container ship to headinto a ferocious storm at sea.

Te Captain departed Jacksonville, Fla., on Sept. 29, 2015, on asoutheasterly course for San Juan, Puerto Rico. Tis course took the ship ona track near the Bahama Islands and straight into the storm. At the time ofsailing the storm was designated a tropical storm with winds of around 45or 50 knots and seas running about 20 or 25 feet. Soon after the ship leftport the storm intensified to hurricane strength, and the National HurricaneCenter issued a hurricane warning, which the El Faro should have received,forecasting winds of 125 knots and seas of 40 to 50 feet.

Apparently, the ship lost propulsion, which I assume occurred withinthe hurricane due to the pounding of the ship and probable flooding. Te

ship would then be in the trough of the waves, and with a top heavy load ofcontainers, it could have rolled over and sank.

Te shipping company had a responsibility to ensure the ships Captainwas aware of the potential danger. If the shipping company provided anycoercion or threatened the Captain if he refused to go to sea, the owners ofthe shipping company could have criminal liability for the sinking of theship. In any case, the Captain, who was hired by the shipping company; andowners of the vessel, are responsible for the safety of the ship and crew.

Donald A. Moskowitz, Londonderry

HCTV Open HouseWelcomes You

Hudson residents are invited to come out and tour yournew local accesstelevision center. Hudson Community elevision is holding an open housethis Sunday, Nov. 1, from 1 to 5 p.m. Te center is located in the lowerlevel of the North Barn at Benson Park. HCV is a free resource providedby the own of Hudson that gives local residents the opportunity to producetelevision programs that then run on cable television and the Internet.

Many of your neighbors are already producing shows with topics ra ngingfrom cooking to exercise, from politics to sports. If you have an idea forshow youd like to produce stop by the ev ent where youll be able to chatwith HCV staff and volunteers. ours of the center, television studio,and mobile production truck will take place along with hands-on demos ofcameras, microphones, lights, and the control room. At 2 p.m. we will bededicating the television studio to Coleman Kelly, a long-time supporterand advocate of local access television in Hudson. Whether you want to bein front of or behind the camera, we have volunteer opportunities for you!Stop by the Hudson Community elevision Open House this Sunday andexplore all of thefreeresources available.

Michael OKeefe, Chairman, Hudson Cable Committee

Litchfield Road must be Made Safefor Walkers

Te last couple years as official taxi driver to my teenage son Ive beendriving on Pinecrest and alent Roads frequently. People walk, bike,scooter, and skateboard on these roads frequently. I frequently see kidsskateboarding in the middle of the road. oday on Pinecrest a woman

was walking behind a stroller in the middle of the road because there isno sidewalk. Putting sidewalks in would help people have better accessto Albuquerque for exercise and for walking their dogs. Skateboarders,scooters, bikers and people pushing strollers would have a safe space to beon. I worry every time I see someone in the road and a car is coming aroundthe corner. I worry that they will not be seen.

Last winter I saw kids walking to Campbell High every day down alentRoad with huge snow piles on the sides of the roads so they had to walkin the middle of the road. Tere must be some sort of regulations aroundhaving areas where kids are required to walk and providing a safe space forthem. Tere is no crosswalk going across Albuquerque either.

Tere should be crosswalks all along Albuquerque, so people can get tothe bike path safely. I contacted the selectmen and Mr. Perry responded.He said that a preliminary cost to come up with a plan would be $13,000for each road. Te actual cost of finishing the sidewalk on Pinecrest wouldbe between $130,000 and $200,000. Crosswalks across Albuquerque wouldbe $2,500 each as they have to be ADA approved. Tey would have to havespecial Braille plaques. So that kind of money seems like a lot.

I wonder if there is a way to investigate a plan that would be morereasonably priced. Maybe the road agent could investigate a grant as he didfor completing Albuquerque. Maybe it could be done in segments like the

road paving is. After I got the response from Mr. Perry I started thinking itjust wasnt do-able. Ten I stopped to let the woman with the stroller crossPinecrest and went around her coming back the other way.

I feel like we need streets that are safe and accessible for walkers. Tis isa family town. I dont want to see anyone get hurt because we are puttingsaving money before safety. I do notice that recreation projects seemto get funded every year and that may be because they a re doing thingsincrementally.

If you feel like I do, that we need sidewalks to create safety on Pinecrestand alent Roads, and/or if you would like to see crosswalks, especiallynear Campbell High then please email me. I set up an email address:pinecrestandtalent@gmail.com. According to Mr. Perry I need 25 signaturesto be able to ask the town manager to create a warrant ar ticle for voting inMarch. If you are interested in signing the petition please email me.

Betty Vaughan, Litchfield

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Ongoing to ThanksgivingThanksgiving is right around the corner

and once again the Hudson Fish andGamewith the Karen Knox familywill be

providing Thanksgiving dinnersfor free.Last year they fed 1,400 people in Hudson, Nashuaand Tynsborough, Mass. It is always tough gettingenough turkeys and potatoes. If you can helpin any way donate a pie, a turkey or a bag ofpotatoes it is appreciated. You can also make acheck out to Hudson Fish and Game and mail it tothem to 53 Pine Road, Hudson, NH 03051.

Saturdays thru November 21The members of the Hudson Fire Department

will host an Open Houseand invite you and yourfamily to tour the Burns Hill Fire Station located atthe corner of Wason and Burns Hill Road. Tourswill be available on Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m.Department members will be available to answeryour questions about the station and the FireDepartment. The Fire Department is proposing toreplace this station with a new re-located facilityon Lowell Road. We hope that you will take thetime over the next month to learn more about thisvery important issue. We look forward to seeingyou there!

Sunday, November 1Celebrate All Saints Dayby attending

a community-based service at 10 a.m. atthe Litchfield Community Church. A time

of remembrance for loved ones who havepassed on. Each person will be invited to light acandle in memory of a loved one. This is both asolemn and joyful service, acknowledging loss,and celebrating the Resurrection Jesus promised hisfollowers.

Mondays and Tuesdays,November 2 thru 17

Free Computer ClassesResume atRodgers Memorial Library. The Rodgers

Memorial Library in Hudson offers a numberof free computer classes. November classesinclude Basic Microsoft Excel, Nov. 2 at 1:30 p.m.and Nov. 3 at 7 p.m., Intermediate Microsoft Excel,

Nov. 16 at 1:30 p.m. and Nov. 17 at 7 p.m., and,just in time for Black Friday and Cyber Monday,Shopping Online, Nov. 9 at 1:30 p.m. and Nov. 10at 7 p.m. Pre-registration is required and closesfour hours before class, go to rmlnh.org/events orcall 886-6030.

Tuesday, November 3NH authors David Moore and Andrew

Smith will be at the Rodgers MemorialLibrary at 7 p.m. to discuss their new book

about our First in the Nation PresidentialPrimary. It traces the history of the primaryover the last century, detailing how it transferred

political power from the politicians to the people.The book is everything you want to know about theprimary and more.

Wednesday, November 4

Heidis Artistic Designs, Art Exhibit andReception. The Rodgers Memorial Libraryfeatured artist for October is Heidi Harris,an artist who enjoys working with pencil,

pen and ink, color pencils, charcoal, andpastels. Her art will be displayed in the communityroom throughout the month. From 6:30 to 8 p.m.,there will be a reception where you can meet theartist.

Saturday, November 7Final 2015 Household Hazardous

Wasteand Electronics Collection, 8 a.m.to 12 p.m., Nashua Public Works Garage,

9 Stadium Dr. for residents of Hudson,Litchfield, Pelham, and Windham. $10 user

fee per vehicle, additional charges for quantitiesexceeding 10 gallons or 20 pounds, additionalcharges for electronics recycling. For moreinformation and a complete list of accepted items,visit: www.nashuarpc.org/hhw or call 424-2240.

Craft Fairat Litchfield Community Church, 259Charles Bancroft Highway, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Semi Annual Psychic Fair, sponsored by theHudson Lions Club will be held from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. at the Hudson Community Center, 12 LionsAve. Several psychics, with a variety of skillsand talents will be in attendance. Readings areindividual and are 15-20 minutes long. Arriveearly to set your appointment time(s). In additionto the psychics, numerous vendors will be onsite so plan on getting your Christmas shoppingstarted early; there will be something for everyone!Finally, satisfy your appetite with a light lunch atour snack bar. All proceeds benefit the HudsonLions Clubs community projects and charities. Formore info call Jeri at 883-8565 or 320-3614 orLillian at 889-0285, or email Lionjeri@comcast.net.

You are invited to the Annual Ladies Teaat NewLife Christian Church, 272 Lowell Rd. in Hudson

from 2 to 4 p.m. Come enjoy some treats and aninspirational message. Contact our church officefor more information or to register for this event598-9000 or email us at newlifeoffice@yahoo.com.

The Friends of Litchfield Lacrosseis hostinga 80s and 90s Flashback Nightat Talent Hall inLitchfield. Doors open at 6 p.m., live band startsat 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 ea or 2/$25. ContactCampbellLacrosse@gmail.com or purchase ticketsat door.

Thursday, November 12Safe Medication Use Presentation

and Free Blood Pressure Screening.From 10 to 11 a.m. the Rodgers

Memorial Library, 194 Derry Rd., inHudson, will host a presentation on safemedication use and cover storage and disposalof medications, how to pick out the correctover the counter medication and how to bestmanage medications for patient on a multitudeof medications. At the end of the program,free blood pressure screenings will be offered.This program is presented by MCPHS UniversityPharmacy student interns as part of their healthadvocacy outreach.

Saturday, November 14Remember to put out food bagsby 8

a.m. for the Hudson and Litchfield Scoutsto pick up and distribute to local agencies.

Scoutings annual Food Drive is now. (If itgets missed, bring it to your church.)

Fall Fair 2015, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., FairviewRehab, Laurel Place andThe Inn, 203 Lowell Rd.,Hudson. Activities include a Straw Raffle, Bake

Sale, Hot dogs, Corn Chowder and Chili, themedbaskets (raffle) art and crafts and much more.Questions? Call 882-5261.

Tuesday, November 17Friends of the Library of Hudson

meeting, 7 p.m., in the Community Roomat Rodgers Memorial Library. Come help

the Friends make plans for the Holidays.

Thursday, November 19A Used Book Salewith the Friends of

the Library of Hudson will be held from5 to 8 p.m. in the lower level of the Hills

Memorial Library Building, 18 Library St.

Saturday, November 21American Legion Post 48,located at

One Fulton St. in Hudson, will hold MeatRafflesfor members and guests. All raffles

start at 2 p.m. Proceeds to benefit thechildren and youth programs. Join us for some fun

and friends and hopefully win some delicious cutsfor your holiday tables. For more information callthe Foxhole at 889-9777 between 11 a.m. and 9p.m.

Friday, November 27You are invited to Santas Arrivalon the

Hudson Town Commonat 4 p.m. Afterthe tree lighting, the fire department will

transport Santa to the Community Centerwhere you can take your own photos with Santa.This free community event is sponsored by theHudson Lions Club. There will be fun activities for

children until 6 p.m. Free Vision Screening for 6months through adults from 3:30 to 6 p.m. www.nhlions.org/hudson.

American Red Cross Blood DrivesLitchfieldNov. 7: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Griffin Memorial School,229 Charles Bancroft Hwy.

MerrimackNov. 3: 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., St. John NeumannChurch, 708 Milford Rd.Nov. 11: 2-7 p.m., St. James Methodist Church,646 Daniel Webster Hwy.NashuaNov. 2: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Joseph Hospital, 172Kinsley St.Nov. 4: 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Daniel Webster College,20 University Dr.Nov. 5: 2-7 p.m., The Elks Lodge, 120 DanielWebster Hwy.Nov. 10: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Liberty Travel, 314Daniel Webster Hwy.Nov. 12: 2-7 p.m., Greenbriar Terrace, 55 HarrisRd.Nov. 13: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Nashua CommunityCollege Wellness Center, 505 Amherst St.East DerryNov. 6: 2-7 p.m., First Parish Congregat ionalChurch, 47 East Derry Rd.HampsteadNov. 6: 12-5 p.m., Beyond Vanilla Ice CreamParlor, 10 Main St.LondonderryNov. 10: 1-6 p.m., Londonderry Lions Hall, 256Mammoth Rd.SalemNov. 12: 1-7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 37Main St.WindhamNov. 11: 1-6 p.m., Windham Presbyterian Church,1 Church Rd.

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Are you looking for a church home?Visit us and feel the warm welcome.

"Best kept secretthat is right

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HUDSON

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www.firstbaptisthudson.comSee us on Comcast Cable ch. 20 Sundays at 9AM and 6PM

On the First Sunday of each month we serve communion andhave a time of fellowship and refreshments after Worship Service.

Sunday Worship Services- 10:30 AM

Food Pantry for Hudson residentsHours: Tues & Thur 10am to 12pm

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High school students of Hudson and Litchfieldhave been invited by American Legion Post 48to compete in the Annual American Legion HighSchool Oratorical Scholarship Program. Thecontest information has been sent to local highschools.

The subject in the prepared oration portionof the contest must be about some phase of theConstitution of the United States, emphasizing theduties and obligations of a citizen to the UnitedStates government. The prepared oration must beeight to 10 minutes in length.

The contest starts at the post level, then thepost winner moves to the district competitionwhere the district winner moves to the department

competition, then the department competitionwinner moves to the national competition.

In addition to the awards by winners of thevarious elimination rounds listed above, collegescholarships of $18,000, $16,000, and $14,000will be awarded to the first through third placesin the national finals. The top-three youth oratorswho have won all previous elimination rounds ofthe contest will vie for top honors in the nationalcontest in April in Indianapolis.

The American Legion will pay the expenses ofstate winners at the national contest.

For more information visit www.legion.org/oratorical or contact SAL SVC Robert Everett at229-7319 or American Legion Youth Chair ValHarnadek at Post 48 at 889-9777.

Hudson Fire LogSunday, October 18: 5:51 a.m. Medical aid, Highland Street. 7:55 a.m.Medical aid, Wende Drive. 8:39 a.m. Medical aid, Dracut Road. 9:07 a.m.Motor vehicle accident, Derry Street. 10:34 a.m. Service call, Pelham Road.11:41 a.m. Medical aid, Constitution Drive. 2:04 p.m. Fire call, SunlandDrive. 4:40 p.m. Medical aid, Derry Road. 5:39 p.m. Medical aid, GreeleyStreet. 8:55 p.m. Medical aid, Charles Bancroft Highway (L). 10:25 p.m.Medical aid, Katherine Court.

Monday, October 19: 11:25 a.m. Service call, Lowell Road. 11:58 a.m.Medical aid, Derry Road. 1:30 p.m. Blasting, Greeley Street. 2:34 p.m.Mutual aid Ambulance, Nashua. 7:34 p.m. Medical aid, River Road. 10:17p.m. Service call, Barretts Hill Road. 11:20 p.m. Medical aid, Lowell Road.Tuesday, October 20: 10:44 a.m. Medical aid, Library Street. 11:57 a.m.Medical aid, Roosevelt Avenue. 2:13 p.m. Medical aid, Derry Road. 3:29p.m. Box alarm, Lowell Road. 3:32 p.m. Service call, Fox Hollow Drive.3:57 p.m. Medical aid, Sullivan Road. 4:30 p.m. Service call, Bear PathLane. 5:35 p.m. Fire call, Robinson Road. 7:12 p.m. Medical aid, DerryRoad. 7:57 p.m. Service call, Bush Hill Road.Wednesday, October 21: 3:51 a.m. Medical aid, Juniper Street. 4:54 a.m.Service call, Library Street. 9:30 a.m. Service call, Oblate Drive. 12:13 p.m.Fire call, Burns Hill Road. 3:25 p.m. Medical aid, Lowell Road. 5:55 p.m.Medical aid, Trolley Road (L). 5:59 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, MelendyRoad. 11:50 p.m. Medical aid, Central Street.Thursday, October 22: 1:19 a.m. Medical aid, Lowell Road. 7:36 a.m.Medical aid, Jamesway Drive (L). 9:36 a.m. Medical aid, Glen Drive. 2:34p.m. Medical aid, Pelham Road. 2:39 p.m. Box alarm, Central Street. 3:46p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Lowell Road. 4:41 p.m. Medical aid, GlenDrive.Friday, October 23: 8:28 a.m. Fire call, River Road. 8:33 a.m. Alarm boxdetail, Wall Street. 9 :02 a.m. Box testing, Lexington Court. 10:02 a.m.Medical aid, Lowell Road. 10:20 a.m. Medical aid, David Drive. 10:56a.m. Medical aid, Baker Street. 12:39 p.m. Alarm box detail, ExecutiveDrive. 2:51 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Greeley Street. 4:38 p.m.

Medical aid, Executive Drive. 4:42 p.m. Medicalaid, Wende Drive. 6:28 p.m. Brush fire, RobinsonRoad. 7:08 p.m. Motor vehicle accident, BurnsHill Road. 8:07 p.m. Medical aid, Derry Road.9:17 p.m. System trouble, Federal Street. 10:23p.m. Medical aid, Nesenkeag Drive (L).Saturday, October 24: 1:44 a.m. Service call,Fox Hollow Drive. 10:51 a.m. Medical aid,Steele Road. 11:55 a.m. Medical aid, AmandaDrive. 3:02 p.m. Medical aid, Lenny Lane. 4:01p.m. Motor vehicle accident, Lowell Road. 6:40p.m. Fire call, Barretts Hill Road. 8:01 p.m.Motor vehicle accident, Derry Street. 10:22 p.m.Medical aid, Chatham Street.

Have you planned your Sunday yet?Remember, there is no Patriot footballas they played on Thursday, but thereis an open house with tours of theHudson Cable facility in the NorthBarn on Kimball Hill Road. At 2 p.m.there will be a dedication of the studioto the late Coleman Kelly, known asthe Father of Cable TV in Hudson.

Not to take away from Sundaysevent, folks should note that HudsonCables operation costs and theconstruction costs come from afranchise fee that all of the townComcast users pay in their cable bills.

No direct tax dollars are used for thecable television station.

You know how it is said in Hudsontown government, if it is not on fire

or against the law, then itfalls to Kevin Burns andthe highway department.A reader asked where thecannon from Library Park is.The one damaged when theschool bus made a quick exitfrom Ferry Street onto the

park. Well, yes, the highwaydepartment has the cannon,and Kevin reports that the buscompanys insurance madea payment to the town basedon the best estimate, however,the highway guys want to add

a caisson to the cannon, making itmore historically accurate. They havespoken with Nashua who has a similarcannon at the top of Main Street. Thiswill be an in-between snow stormproject for the highway guys. Watchfor a springtime unveiling unless it is awinter like last year. But a big thumbsup to the highway team for alwaystrying to move Hudson another stepforward.

Selectmen have been reviewingeach departments budget over thelast several meetings with most things

moving to the budget for reviewwithout change. The HLNwill havestories about the warrant articles overthe next several weeks for your review.

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Saturday, October 247 a.m. Jazz Cardio7:30 a.m. Body Sculpt8:30 a.m. Garden and Home in Hudson9:30 a.m. Again for the First Time - Stained Glass10:30 a.m. Ben Carson at the University of NewHampshire11:30 a.m. Hudson Perambulation12:30 p.m. A Day at the Farm1:00 p.m. Benson Park Tree Day1:30 p.m. Aspire2:00 p.m. ACT Racing - 2015 Milk Bowl

3:30 p.m. The Randy Mo Show4:00 p.m. The Steve Katsos Show4:30 p.m. Hudson Fire Department Presents HotTopics - Inspectional Services5:00 p.m. Cooking in the Merrimack Valley5:30 p.m. Recipe for Love6:30 p.m. Jazz Cardio7:00 p.m. Manchester Zombie WalkSunday, October 25 and Wednesday, October 287:00 a.m. Jazz Cardio7:30 a.m. Jazzercise8:00 a.m. Yoga To Go with Adam

9:00 a.m. Hudson First BaptistChurch

10:00 a.m. Trinity Assemblyof God11:00 a.m. Adventures withLee and Jeremy - Kayaking11:30 a.m. On the Road visitsIsles of Shoals12:30 p.m. Rowing Throughthe Eyes of a Beginner1:30 p.m. Smart Boating-Spring and Fall Safety2:00 p.m. Paddling theNorthern Forest Canoe Trail3:00 p.m. Speak Up -Common Core Education4:00 p.m. Hudson First BaptistChurch5:00 p.m. Trinity Assembly ofGod6:00 p.m. Cooking in theMerrimack Valley6:30 p.m. Jazz Cardio7:00 p.m. Recipe for LoveMonday, October 26 andThursday, October 297:00 a.m. Jazz Cardio7:30 a.m. Seniorcize8:00 a.m. Hypnosis for BetterLiving

8:30 a.m. For the Animals -Guide Dogs9:00 a.m. The SeacoastCat Club9:30 a.m. First in the Nation- Republication LeadershipSummit10:00 a.m. Speak up - NHDepartment of Education GrantFraud10:30 a.m. Ben Carson at theUniversity of New Hampshire11:30 a.m. We are Market

Basket01:00 p.m. Cooking in theMerrimack Valley1:30 p.m. Aspire2:00 p.m. Beyond The Ring -Self Defense2:30 p.m. No Excuses Outdoors3:00 p.m. Rowing Through theEyes of a Beginner4:00 p.m. The Steve KatsosShow4:30 p.m. The Randy Mo Show5:00 p.m. Autism Today -Halloween5:30 p.m. Oven Luvn -Pumpkin Bread6:00 p.m. Body Sculpt - BabyBlast

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submitted by Ashley DutilOn Oct. 17 the annual New

Hampshire Art EducatorsAssociation Fall Conferencewas hosted by the NewHampshire Institute of Art inManchester. This conference

for art educators throughoutthe state offers a day ofworkshops to expand oncreative lessons that engagestudents in the classroom.

Alvirne High Schoolstudents Katelyn Jensenand Matthew Hunter wereselected to participate in thefall conference based on theirpassion for the arts and theirreflection of Alvirnes corevalues. At this conferenceboth students met a variety ofeducators from the state andtook part in learning traditionalprintmaking techniques.

Jensen and Hunter werementored and encouragedto take the new techniquesthey learned and create their

own artwork and printedTt-shirt. Later, Hunter sharedhis opinion on the experience, I enjoyed theexperience of trying a new technique in artmaking. I also enjoyed viewing the campus ofNew Hampshire Institute of Art and seeing thelayout as well as the college student artworkeverywhere.

Likewise, Jensen voiced her thoughts ofthe experience, I enjoyed spending the daywith creative people and enjoyed the art filledatmosphere of the campus.

Both students took away positive experiences fromthe event.

In addition to the student experience, arteducators took part in two keynote speeches andtwo innovative workshops. These workshops atthe conference ranged from understanding statestandards for art education to new creative lessonsfor the classroom. Alvirne High Schools ArtDepartment members were mentored in digitalanimation and given a workshop on puppetry.The art department staff is excited to bring twonew ideas to their own art program.

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submitted by Jodi Callinan, Director of School CounselingParent Teacher Conference link:

Campbell is moving to an online scheduling system for conferences this year. This system is web-based www.ptcfast.com/schools/Campbell_High_School.

To set up an appointment, pick your conference(s) by teacher name, then register your name andcontact info. This creates a registration for each conference and sends you a confirmation email witha link to choose appointment times. On that same page, you will be able to add and change bothregistrations and appointments. Conferences for parents and teachers are scheduled for 10 minutes withtwo minutes in between. If you need additional time with your childs teacher, separate arrangementsmust be made with the teacher directly.

Free SAT/ACT Combo Practice Test held by Kaplan Test Prep to help students experience both the NewSAT and ACT. The practice test will be held at 9 a.m. on Nov. 14, Southern New England University,

2500 North River Road, Hooksett. Visit kaptest.com/satvsact to sign up today.

Campbell High School Weekly News

Quarter 1 Progress ReportsQuarter 1 progress report grades will close on Nov. 6. Reports will be disseminated on Nov. 9.

Stay tuned for the method of release. Please ensure that your child is passing courses by Nov. 6 to beeligible for extracurricular activities.Juniors

Counselors will begin meeting with juniors in mid-January to discuss college planning. In themeantime, please encourage your student to use Naviance for career and college exploration andtoattend college fairs. The junior college overview presentation is scheduled for Thursday, March 9, at6:30 p.m.College Fairs:Monday, Nov. 7, at Nashua South at 6:30 p.m.Transcripts

Just a reminder that the school counseling office needs two weeks notice in order to sendtranscripts. Transcripts must be requested through Naviance and a purple request forms must becompleted (forms available in guidance).Common Application

Help is available for seniors on Tues, Nov. 3. Students must sign-up in guidance.25th Annual New England Service Academy Night

Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Danversport Yacht Club in Danvers, Mass., at 6:30 p.m. For moreinformation, contact LTC Frank Hotaling at fhotalin@norwich.edu.Financial Aid Night

We will have a Financial Aid night, hosted by the NH Higher Education Foundation, here onWednesday, Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m.SAT and ACT Deadlines:

Nov. 5 is the deadline for the Dec. 5 SAT exam. Register on collegeboard.com.Nov. 6 is the deadline for the Dec. 12 ACT exam. Register on actstudent.org.

College Visits in School Counseling Office:Castleton University, Monday, Nov. 2, at 9:30 a.m.University of Connecticut, Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 9 a.m.Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Science, Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 12 p.m.

Principals Corner: Upcoming Events:Wednesday, Oct. 28: Two Hour DelayThursday, Oct. 29: Trebuchet DayFriday, Oct. 30: Pep Rally, Homecoming football gameSaturday, Oct. 31: Homecoming Dance, 8 to 10:30 p.m.Oct. 23-31: Red Ribbon WeekFriday, Nov. 6: Quarter 1 endsWednesday, Nov. 11: No School, Veterans DayThursday and Friday, Nov. 12 and 13: Students - no school; Teacher Workshop and Parent

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submitted by Alvirne High SchoolOn Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, Alvirne

High School will hold its annual communityservice raking day. The students of Alvirne HighSchool will provide their services to those seniorcitizens in the community, along with families inneed of some help with their yard clean up. Thefall leaves should be just about all down by the11th, and we will come to your house and cleanup your leaves. If you need the leaves bagged, we

would ask that you provide the bags for us. If youhave a place on your property to put the leaves,we will be glad to add to your compost pile.

If you are interested in taking advantage of thisservice, contact Scott Szuksta through e-mail atsszuksta@sau81.org or by leaving a message at886-1260 extension 2656. Leave your name,address and a phone number so we can makesure we take care of you.

by Doug RobinsonHands clapped, feet stomped,

and bellies laughed as performerJohn Kelleher (Johnny K)educated the students of HillsGarrison with the values ofrespect, kindness, and workingtogether during his Red RibbonWeek presentation.

Stand tall, make good

choices, attitude is everything inlife, began Johnny K. Chooseyour words carefully; treat othersas you would like to be treated;and respect yourself, others, andthe earth.

The Red Ribbon theme for2015 is Respect Yourself. BeDrug Free, states redribbon.org.

With his musical proseand song, Johnny K led thechildren through the lessons oftogether wemake it better,self-worthand dignity,taking care ofyourself, bestrong, honoryour body, andto play by therules.

Alwaysbe strong, beconfident, andbe committed,emphasized

Johnny K.The two

presentations atHills Garrisonwere sponsoredby the PTO.

Johnny K, wearing one of his funny hats, teaches Sam Perkins and Darian Lindseyhow to work together. By working together, they can change the world.

Second grade students, Clint Kersten, Ashley Amaro, Ethan Dichard, Julian Goode,Pharrell Terencial, Natalie Breen, Alex Ghalashahi, Zoe Burt, and Bianca Sperazzo,

have fun dancing and singing at the Red Ribbon Week event.

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by Len LathropIts that time of the year when we

all have started to heat our homes,put pumpkins on the door steps, andturn our thoughts to the upcomingholidays.

On the radio the other day I heardthe words sung by Bill Withers,Somebody to lean on when yourenot strong. The songs message

prompted me that it is time to remindthe community that the HudsonFish and Game Club has put planstogether for this years Thanksgivingdinners.

For the past several years, theHudson Fish and Game, along withthe Karen Knox Family, has provided1,400 meals to those who are notstrong or who are alone. Meals are deliveredor folks can come to the fish and game club onPine Road to enjoy their meals.

While my group volunteers to carve, peel,mash, serve and clean up, it is always toughgetting enough turkeys and potatoes. If you canhelp in any way --donate a pie, a turkey or abag of potatoes-- it would be much appreciated.Money is also useful; checks can be made outto Hudson Fish and Game and dropped off ormailed to them to 53 Pine Road, Hudson, NH03051.

For more information you can call KarenKnox at 889-1501 or e-mail paul.laferriere@HudsonFishandGame.com or leave a messageat the club at 889-9875.

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Halloween is a day of costumes, hijinks and an often unhealthy helping ofsugary sweets. Many celebrants know that Halloween evolved from ancientCeltic festivals, such as Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest seasonand the dawn of winter. Celts were no longer spending long days in the pastures,and so they gathered in their homes to tell stories and wait out the winter. WhenChristianity spread, Halloween became intertwined with a feast day dedicated

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The first jack-o-lanterns weremade from turnips and beets. Pump-kins were used after Halloween wasbrought to North America.

The word witch is thought tocome from the Olde English wordwicce, meaning wise woman.

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family. Its cousins include cucumbers, melons, and other squashes. Trick-or-treating may have originated with a European custom called soul-

ing. On All Souls Day, early Christians would go door-to-door begging for soulcakes, which were square pieces of bread with currants. The more cakes aperson received, the more prayers he or she would promise to the dead relatives

of the cake donors. Witches may have rubbed a sacred ointment made with a hallucinogenic

herb onto their skin. This gave them a feeling of flying, and if they had beenfasting, they felt even giddier. Many witches rode on horseback, but those whowere poor traveled on foot and carried a broom to launch themselves overstreams.

One-quarter of all the candy sold each year is purchased around Hal-loween. Halloween candy sales in the United States average about $2 billionannually.

Some people still celebrate the ancient Celtic customs of Samhain. Manyfollowers of various pagan religions, such as the Druids and Wiccans, observethis day as a religious festival and a memorial day for their deceased friends. Italso is a night to practice various forms of divination.

The owl is a popular Halloween symbol. In Medieval Europe, owls werethought to be witches.

The first-known mention of trick-or-treatingwas found in print in 1927 in Blackie, Alberta,Canada.

Ireland is believed by many to be the birth-place of Halloween.

Both Salem, Massachusetts, and Anoka, Min-nesota, are the self-proclaimed Halloween capitalsof the world.

Pumpkins are now carved and displayedas Halloween decorations. Orange is a color ofstrength and symbolic of the harvest. The largestpumpkin ever grown was more than 1,600 pounds.It was grown by Joe Jutras of North Scituate, RI.

Halloween is a mysterious time, born of variousfestivals, rituals and symbolism. Over several cen-turies, the celebration has evolved into a holidayenjoyed by millions, each in their own differentways.

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