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IT’s BeeN AGes!by Kathy Wolfe

How much do you know about how our culture has evolved throughout the ages? This week, Tidbits explores the progress made over the centuries. •Archaeologistsgenerallydivideprehistoriceras

into three ages – the Stone Age, the Bronze Age, and the Iron Age – named such for the material used for making implements and weapons. During the Stone Age, stone was fashioned with a sharp edge or a point, with the oldest known stone tools excavated from several sites in what is now Ethiopia. The Stone Age is divided into three sub-eras, the Paleolithic era (early), roughly 70,000 to 20,000 B.C., the Mesolithic era (middle), 20,000 to 7000 B.C., and the Neolithic era (new), 7000 to 3000 B.C. The period of the Bronze Age is considered to be from 3000 to 1200 B.C., and ushered in the use of copper and tin with the alloy bronze in the manufacture of tools and weapons. The Iron Age occurred between 1200 and 600 B.C., when the harder and tougher iron replaced bronze. Cultural changes accompanied the difference in metal, as newer agricultural practices, religious beliefs, and artistic styles evolved. Decorative designs on ornaments and pottery became prevalent. Blacksmiths were hammering items into shape, advancing away from the Bronze Age’s method of casting.

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CrossWord Across1 Internet letters4 President who appointed Kagan to the Supreme Court9 Stuns with a blow14 Code cracker’s cry15 Noses around16 Good smell17 “No holds barred!”20 Diplomatic quality21 Like many rappers’ jeans22 Where there’s gold, in prospector-speak28 Deli spread29 Kneecap31 “Les __”: show featuring Jean Valjean34 Aussie reptile36 In a few minutes37 Manipulate38 Swallow one’s pride42 Singer Sumac43 Fleshy area below the knee45 Scotch partner46 Ellipsis element47 Nibbled at, with “of ”51 Nadirs53 Worker with icing and sprinkles57 “... stirring, not __ mouse”58 Belgian river60 Ruler to whom the quote formed by the starts of 17-, 22-, 38- and 53-Across is often attributed66 Three-time U.S. Open winner Ivan67 Sympathetic words68 Directional suffix69 Trumpets and trombones, e.g.70 “The Taming of the __”71 Deli breaddown1 Animator Disney2 Deli bread

3 Keep an eye on4 Decide5 Garment with cups6 Have a bug7 __ toast8 B-flat equivalent9 “Rats!”10 Diamond-patterned socks11 Animal housing12 Aussie bird13 Used a stool18 Pair in the tabloids19 Turkish general23 Feudal armor-busting weapon24 Banks of TV talk25 Owl’s cry26 Bridges of “Sea Hunt”27 Way to verify an ump’s call, for short30 Med sch. subject31 “__ obliged!”32 “I, Robot” author Asimov33 Nintendo princess35 Keeps in the e-mail loop, briefly39 Hershey’s candy in a tube40 Smell41 Trumpet effect44 Documents with doctored birth dates, say48 Cuts at an angle49 Inkling50 66-Across’s sport52 Eyelid affliction54 “Shoestring” feat55 Big name in blenders56 Second effort59 Thinker Descartes60 World Series org.61 __ Lingus62 Cell “messenger”63 Dinghy propeller64 Anger65 First word in four state names

IT’S BEEN AGES! (continued):• According to Greek mythology, there are

several stages of human existence on Earth. During the Golden Age, the first race of mortals, dubbed the golden race (meaning good and noble), was created by the gods and held conversations with them. There was an endless abundance of food and no need for agriculture. This age was characterized by peace, harmony, and prosperity. The mortals lived to an old age while maintaining their youthful appearance, and eventually died very peaceful deaths. The Silver Age followed, with the mortals described as foolish and immature, who refused to worship the gods and goddesses. According to mythology, this so angered Zeus, he destroyed the silver race. The mortals of the mythological Bronze Age were hardened and tough, caught up in wars. This race was undone by their own violence. The Heroic Age was the period of heroes who fought at Troy. In the Iron Age, pain and evil ran rampant, with humans living in toil and misery, and with no shame over wrongdoing.

• The period of European history from the 5th to the 15th centuries is referred to as the Middle Ages. It began after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire and the abdication of Romulus Augustus in the year 476. The early Middle Ages were called the Dark Ages, lasting until about 1000, during which time there was a drastic deterioration in cultural development and the economy, as well as an increase in wars. The part of the Middle Ages commonly known as the Medieval Period, began around 1000, and continued until the Renaissance began in the 16th century. Gothic art and architecture appeared during this era.

• The goal of the religious wars known as the Crusades during the Middle Ages was to restore the holy places in Jerusalem. Pope Urban II begged Catholic armies to go to war against Muslim forces in the Holy Land.

HAR- HAR- HAR!No, Tidbits isn’t laughing about anything –we’re just bringing you all kinds of terms that begin with har-! • That comic jester dressed in a diamond-patterned

robe, tights, and mask is known as a harlequin. This nimble clown has been performing his acrobatics and occasional magic tricks since the 11th century. The romance novel publishing company that took the name of Harlequin was founded in 1949 by a Canadian businessman. Today, the Toronto-based company publishes novels in 31 languages on six continents, with offices in Japan, Australia, Sweden, Spain, Greece, Brazil, and Turkey, among many others. Since its founding, more than six billion books have been sold.

• The distinctive sound of the harmonica is achieved by blowing air into the instrument’s reed chambers. Each chamber has multiple reeds of varying sizes that vibrate when air is blown in or drawn out. Longer reeds will produce deep lower sounds, while the short reeds make higher pitches. The harmonica was developed in Europe in the early 1800s.

• The prestigious Harvard University is America’s oldest institution of higher learning, established in 1636. It takes its name from an English clergyman, John Harvard, who was the first significant benefactor of the college, bequeathing his 400-volume library and half of his estate upon his death in 1638. The library’s humble beginnings have grown to the largest academic library in the United States. Eight U.S. presidents have graduated from Harvard, as well as 62 living billionaires. If you’re planning to attend this year, plan on handing over close to $55,000 for the tuition and related fees.

• What are you eating if you’re dining on haricot vert? Green beans! Haricot translates from the French word for “beans” and vert means “green.” French cut green beans are longer and thinner and more tender.

• In 1901, 21-year-old William S. Harley drafted a blueprint of an engine designed to fit into a bicycle. Two years later, he and his partner Arthur Davidson offered the first Harley-Davidson motorcycle to the public, working out of a 10 x 15-foot wooden shed. Their first dealer opened for business the following year in Chicago. In 1906, their new factory was erected, measuring 28 x 80 feet. About 20,000 Harley-Davidson motorcycles were used by the U.S. Army during World War I, with half of the company’s production during those years sold to the military. This year, the company expects to ship more than a quarter million motorcycles worldwide.

• A person described as harum-scarum lacks a sense of responsibility and behaves in a reckless manner. It’s also the name of a 1965 Elvis Presley musical film, in which the King plays a kidnapped American in the Middle East who is recruited by a group of assassins. Elvis’ 24th album by the same name was released that year.

• If you’re familiar with the terms picot and Kloster block, you may be an experienced embroiderer. These stitches are performed on hardanger fabric, a woven cotton material, typically with 22 stitches per inch. The technique is thought to have its origins in ancient Persia. A picot is a decorative loop achieved by twisting the thread around the needle. Kloster blocks consist of five parallel satin stitches.

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Feb. 19: in 1878, Thomas Edison received a patent for his phonograph. In 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed an executive order giving the military the authority to relocate and intern Japanese-Americans.

Feb. 20: in 1809, the Supreme Court ruled that the power of the federal government is greater than that of any individual state. In 1965, the Ranger 8 spacecraft crashed into the moon after sending back thousands of pictures of the lunar surface.

Feb. 21 in 1916, the World War I Battle of Verdun began in France; it resulted in 1 million casualties. In 1947, Edwin H. Land demonstrated his Polaroid Land camera, which could produce a black-and-white photograph in 60 seconds.

Feb. 22: in 1732, the first president of the United States, George Washington, was born at his parents’ plantation in the Virginia Colony. In 1924, Calvin Coolidge delivered the first presidential radio broadcast from the White House.

Feb. 23: in 1836, the siege of the Alamo began in San Antonio, Texas. In 1954, the first mass inoculation of children with the Salk polio vaccine began in Pittsburgh.

Feb. 24: in 1868, the House of Representatives impeached President Andrew Johnson after his attempt to dismiss Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton; Johnson was later acquitted by the Senate. In 1920, a fledgling German political party held its first meeting of importance in Munich. It became known as the Nazi Party, and its chief spokesman was Adolf Hitler.

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• When the Earth undergoes a long-term reduction in surface and atmospheric temperatures,

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(250) 859-5176 (Kelowna)

Bedroom suite - Queen box spring & mattress. Bookcase headboard, 6drawer dresser w/mirror, 4drawer upright dresser, blonde color, all w/glass covered tops. $350 obo. (250) 859-5176 (Kelowna).

Moving out sale! 1986 350 4plex Honda 4 wheeler $1200, Honda Rototiller exc cond. $800, 22 ton wood splitter $1100, 4 wheeler loading ramps used once $300, Oak Dinette set $300, Pacific Energy wood heater like new $1100, Craftsman II snowblower 10.5/20 electric or pull start exc cond. $1000. Tons of stuff including weed eater, table saw, power saws, Husqvarna products, rocking chairs, deep freeze, air tank, couch, electric motors, drill press, numerous tools and more!

250-319-9829 or 250-255-1780

(Pritchard)

Free: Older style tv but like new. Approx. 20” Call 250-832-4572 (shuswap)

2 female Pom’s. 1 is 4 months old (teacup size) $450 and 1 is 2 yrs old, very gentle and loves kids. $300

Call 250-573-4734 or 250-517-8638.

(shuswap/Kamloops)

To Place A Classified Ad: [email protected]

250-550-4272

1990 Jeep YJ. 4 cylinder, 5 spd, standard, soft top roof, good condition. New brakes, completely everything, complete new exhaust system, good tires (new new), new windshield and rear window. (Vernon)

Asking $3895 Please call Steve

250-308-7795 OR 250-542-3911

Looking to Purchase Vintage Costume Jewelry, Watches & Pocket Watches, War Medals & Buttons, Coins, Sterling Silver Cutlery & Tea Services, Silver & Scrap Gold!

CAsH doLLArs PAId!

Vernon, Call Mick

250 307-8486

2 Pedestal office desk. 30x60, new condition! 4 drawer, arborite top & adjustable keyboard holder.

Call 250-836-4634 or 250-253-1520

(Shuswap)

Office Chair on Casters, low back & arm rests. $18.00

Phone 250-542-4919 (Vernon)

Farm Raised Beef. Grain fed, no additives, CWF by the side. $3.25 lb.

Call 250 307 3430 OR 250-546-6494

(Armstrong)

Say You Saw It In...

2 month old Golden Retriever pups (1 male, 1 female). Call Mel,

(250) 768-7170 (West Kelowna).

1st class club golf cart all enclosed w/6 batteries. Good used Scooter and used walker like new. Call for more details.

250-832-7321 (Shuswap)

205 Hornet 5th wheel. 27’ fully loaded, winter skirting. $12,500 obo. Electric bike $500 obo. 250-832-7321 (shuswap)


Who: Vernon Body & Soul Wellness Fair

What: Over 60 booths of wellness related

products & services for body, mind, & spirit well being.

Where:Vernon Rec Centre 3310 37 Ave

Vernon, BC

Why:So we can all feel better

& take each area of our life to the next level.

When:Sat./Sun. March 2 & 3 from

10AM – 5PM both days.

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IT’S BEEN AGES! (continued): • The period between 1750 and 1850 was the Industrial

Age, when dramatic advances in manufacturing, transportation, and technology produced powerful changes in the economy and culture. The introduction of steam power and improvements in mining created huge advancements. Manufacturing machines allowed mass production of goods.

• The 1920s, commonly called the Roaring Twenties, was a time of economic prosperity and rapid industrial growth. Drastic social changes came along, including the growth of jazz music, which was so popular that the decade became known as the Jazz Age. The sounds of Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, and Benny Goodman dominated popular music. It was a time of breaking with tradition and turning toward modern technology. Young people took joy in shocking the older generation – women bobbed their hair and wore short skirts with silk stocking, taking on the nickname “Flappers.” The Jazz Age came tumbling down on October 29, 1929, with the crash of the stock market, ushering in the Great Depression.

• We entered the Atomic Age when the first atomic bomb was detonated over Japan in 1945. The phrase Atomic Age was invented by a New York Times journalist named William Laurence, who was the official journalist for the U.S. Manhattan Project, which developed the first nuclear weapons. After witnessing the Japan bombings, he wrote a series of articles supporting the advantages of the new weapon.

• Today we are part of the Information (or Digital) Age, characterized by our increases in technology and how we receive our information. We are also in the Social Age, which places more emphasis on people’s needs through various social networks.

TAXesAlthough most of us hate doing (and paying) taxes, it is a necessary expense to fund all the public goods and services we consume. I once heard of a wealthy person being asked, “What is the single most efficient thing that you’ve ever spent your money on?” His answer? “Taxes.” While that instinctively makes me say, “No way,” the more I reflect on it, the more I think he may have a point. This tax season I want to encourage you to hire someone to look over your taxes and look for any deductions and refunds to which you may be entitled. Many people choose not to spend money on a tax professional, fearing it will cost them more than they will save. But this is often not the case. And the size of your refund just might be a pleasant surprise when it’s all said and done. Even though taxes may provide value for the dollars you spend on them, it’s still prudent to stretch your hard earned dollars by limiting the taxes you have to pay. Charitable donations are an excellent

way to avoid paying taxes. Did you know that you can get back as a tax deduction almost 42% of every donation dollar you give? It’s a great way to save money while blessing a worthy charity in the process - whatever amount you give, you end up getting nearly half of it back! Giving to charity now won’t help for your 2012 tax return as giving had to be receipted by Dec 31, 2012. But you can get started on next year’s tax

deductions! My Tip of the Week is simply an encouragement to

be generous with charities and creative when you’re

doing your taxes. You might be surprised by an unexpected refund!

Trevor Cairns is publisher of Tidbits Vernon & Tidbits

Kelowna, has lived & done business in the Okanagan for almost 10 years and calls Vernon home. Tip of the Week contains practical tips and little tidbits (pardon the pun) of information that Trevor has personally found helpful. Some tips you’ll like, some you may not; agree or disagree; but please take what you will and consider it a gift from Tidbits – The Neatest little Paper Ever Read® Has this Tip of the Week been helpful to you? Trevor would love to hear from you! Email him at [email protected].

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