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• Police in Blaine, Washington, became suspicious when they spotted an SUV marked with the license plate “SMUGLER” pulling into a motel parking lot adjacent to the Canadian border. After questioning the female who exited the vehicle, they placed her under arrest when they found nine bricks of cocaine stuffed in her coat pockets.

• In Niagara Falls, New York, an enraged judge demanded to know whose cell phone kept ringing while court was in session. When no one owned up to the offense, he threw the entire courtroom in jail.

• A Los Angeles woman was charged with wasting police resources after she called 911 to report that her onion rings were cold after receiving them at a local fast food restaurant.

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5. In what year were 78-rpm records last released?

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• In Cochocton, Ohio, a judge gave two young offenders an option in punishment for throwing beer on ladies: 60 days in jail or an afternoon walking through downtown dressed as women in suggestive attire. They chose the latter.

• When two men in Painesville, Ohio, were charged for shooting up a neighbor’s house with paintball guns, the judge ordered them to continue their target practice - on their own cars.

• A man in Bristol, Pennsylvania, was arrested after burglarizing a house when he found himself unable to leave. After ransacking the house, the man had entered the garage through the kitchen door, which locked behind him. He then found the automatic garage door was jammed and would not open. He remained trapped in the windowless garage for eight

days and nights, living on Pepsi and dry dog food until the startled owners came home from vacation and called police.

• Shane Stant went before an Oregon judge to have his record expunged after a felony conviction for his part in the 1994 Olympic skating scandal that sidelined Nancy Kerrigan and put Tonya Harding in jail. He complained that the felony record was keeping him out of the Navy Seals.

• In the 1991 film “The Super,” Joe Pesci played a slumlord who was sentenced to live in his own run-down apartment building. Inspired by the film, a Cleveland judge in 2008 gave a convicted slumlord the same punishment. He was placed under house arrest and forced to live in his own deteriorating and unsafe building until enough improvements were made to bring it up to city codes.

• A woman in Lake Parsippany, New Jersey, was charged with disorderly conduct after making numerous 911 calls. She pleaded innocent, insisting that her German shepherd had made the calls without her knowledge.

• A poacher in Florida discovered the hard way that stealing Wi-Fi service in the Sunshine State is a felony. A suspicious homeowner called police after noticing the same car parked in front of his house several times a week. When police questioned the driver, they had evidence enough to haul the car, the driver and his laptop into custody.

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Four high school seniors sufferingfrom “spring fever” skipped theirmorning classes and went to thebeach instead. After lunch, theyreturned to school and told their

teacher that they were late becausethey’d experienced a flat tire whilecarpooling together to the school.

Much to their relief, she smiled.“You missed a test today,” she

continued, “but you can make it upright now. Take seats apart fromone another and then get out apencil and a piece of paper.”

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1. What’s the properscientific name for themoment that the springseason begins?

2. What flower istraditionally thefirst to bloom asspring

Unscramble this word:

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● If you’re planning to travel to Wash-ington state with nefarious plans, here’s an interesting law to keep in mind: Any motor-ist with criminal intent is required to stop before entering a town and inform the chief of police of his or her presence.

● Are you more afraid of lightning or sharks? If you look at the numbers, it makes more sense to fear lightning; more than three times as many people die from lightning strikes than do so in shark at-tacks.

● The acids in your digestive system are so corrosive that your stomach must produce an entirely new lining every three days.

● As the Black Plague was sweeping Europe during the Middle Ages, some peo-ple, for reasons surpassing understanding, believed that plague victims could cure themselves by smelling human waste.

● It was in 1893 that the zipper was in-vented, and it was originally intended to be used in shoes.

● If you’re familiar with the Disney film “Cinderella,” you might be surprised to learn some details about the Grimm broth-ers’ version of the folktale. In their story, Cinderella’s wicked stepsisters are so des-perate to marry the prince that they muti-late their feet in order to try to make them fit in the slipper (which, in the Grimm ver-sion, is made of gold, not glass). Also, at the wedding of Cinderella and her prince, the stepsisters’ eyes are plucked out by pi-geons. *** Thought for the Day: “The tax which will be paid for education is not more than the thousandth part of what will be paid to kings, priests, and nobles who will rise up among us if we leave the people to igno-rance.” -- Thomas Jefferson

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Disability Benefits Claims Now Online Going paperless is an important part of the Department of Veterans Affairs “people-focused process and technology-centered improvements” and is supposed to streamline the claims steps and get rid of the backlog.

To that end, the VA has made it easier to file a claim online by providing 70 different Disability Benefits Questionnaires covering all types of condi-tions. Whether it’s cardiovascular, dermatological, endocrinological, gastrointestinal, neurological or something else, there’s a form for it. Additionally, if you don’t have a diagnosis yet, there’s a section for symptoms that will tell you which form applies to you. You can download it electronically for your doctor, or print out a copy to take in for your doctor to complete. Ideally your doctor will complete the digital questionnaire and submit it electronically. The instructions ask that your doctor file the form electronically in case of bad handwriting. Be sure to keep a copy for your records. To find the forms, go online to http://ben-efits.va.gov/transformation/ and scroll down the right side to Key Transformation Plan Initiatives. The

link to the questionnaires are listed there. Note that there is a link on the right side to a video that helps with filing a claim. Read the FAQs to make sure you know the process. One thing that’s common to all three forms is this statement: “VA will not pay or reimburse any expenses or costs incurred in the process of com-pleting and/or submitting a DBQ.” As usual, the devil is in the details. In the instruction section for doctors it says that the time to complete each form “varies from 15 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the complexity of the form and the conditions covered.” Is your private doctor going to be willing to do that? * * * Write to Freddy Groves in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to [email protected].


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1. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of meat is used in a Reuben sandwich?

2. MUSIC: In the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” how many maids are milking?

3. BIBLE: What was Matthew’s pro-fession before he became an apostle of Jesus?

4. AWARDS: The annual PATSY Award is given for outstanding accom-plishment in what area?

5. SCIENCE: What is the most abun-dant element in the human body?

6. SPORTS: What ancient sport gave rise to the modern version of kickbox-ing?

7. THEATER: What Shakespearean character said, “Neither a borrower nor a lender be”?

8. LITERATURE: Whose biography was titled “One Giant Leap”?

9. GEOGRAPHY: Which one of the Great Lakes is located entirely within the U.S. border?

10. EXPLORERS: Who discovered the St. Lawrence River?

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4. Name three players before LeB-ron James in 2010 to record a tri-ple-double of at least 40 points, 10 rebounds and 15 assists.

5. Following the NHL’s expansion before the 1967-68 season, which was the first expansion team to win a Stanley Cup?

6. True or false: 2011 marked the first time since NASCAR instituted a points system in 1975 that a driver came from behind to win a season title in the final race of the year.

7. Who was the last men’s tennis player before Roger Federer (2004-08) to win the U.S. Open singles title two consecutive years?

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2. What group released what became known as The White Album?

3. “For Those About to Rock” was a hit for which group? Where are they from?

4. Rolling Stones business manager Allen Klein sued the band Verve for use of what 1965 Stones song?

5. What is the Neil Diamond song “Cracklin’ Rosie” about?

6. Where did the Motown group DeBarge get its name?

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1989, the song was used in the movie “Born on the Fourth of July.”

2. The Beatles. The 1968 album was completely white with the name of the group embossed on the cover. The double album contained 30 songs.

3. AC/DC, in 1982. The group is from Australia.

4. “The Last Time.” Verve had a license to use part of the song, but used more than was allowed.

5. Instead of being about a woman, it’s thought to be an homage to rose wine. The specific wine is a topic of debate among Diamond fans.

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great, I’m looking forward to spreading my wings, and there are some very exciting opportunities out there.” One of those op-portunities is promoting his new movie, which he stars in and co-wrote, called “Should Have Been Romeo.” It was selected to the Newport Beach Film Festival in the featured slot the first weekend of the festival. “We’re real excited about that,” Paul enthused. “They’re focusing the whole event around our movie that first weekend. So, on the heels of this, there’s the last season of ‘In Plain Sight,’ which is something that’s going to be really extraordinary. Especially the last few episodes; they’re just phenomenal.” ***

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Dear Marsha: Right or wrong, your husband flipped because your actions seem to say you don’t trust him and that you have plans that don’t include him. Imagine how you’d feel if a partner stashed cash in a secret account. You’d probably feel betrayed and worried that he was about to bolt. Say to your husband: “I’m sorry I hurt you. I just wanted to be sure we’d have cash for emergencies.” Then say: “Suppose we each get an allowance to spend as we please. That way, you get your spending money, and I get my budget.”

Dear Mary: After years of struggling, my wife and I have finally gotten ourselves out of debt. It is such a great feeling! Now that we aren’t fo-cused on paying creditors, we’d like to start fig-uring out how to secure our financial future. We thought it might be a good idea to hire an advisor. Is the expense really going to help us get our fi-nances and future in order? And how do we find a financial planner we can trust? -- David, Missouri

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Your dog’s first year will likely exceed the an-nual average, as this year brings the one-time initial costs of the adoption or the purchase price of the dog, plus the spay or neuter procedure, initial shots, micro-chipping, ID tags and training. A few of these expenses can be eliminated with some good old-fashioned DIY. Bathe your dog at home, brush his coat and teeth regularly, and learn to clip his nails yourself, and you’ll save a pretty penny on grooming. Socialize your dog properly from an ear-ly age, and teach him good manners, and you’ll find he’s welcome at the homes of friends and family when you need to leave town. This could save you money on boarding and doggie day care costs. Finally, health insurance is optional. There are pros and cons to buying health insurance for your dog. Do some research and discuss it with your vet to determine whether this is a necessary expense for you and your dog. The good news: no college! Keep these costs in mind when considering whether to get a dog and what kind. Most people bond with their dogs instantly, so you want to be sure you’re able to fully commit from Day One. The differ-ence between involved and committed is seen in the ham and eggs breakfast: The chicken was involved. The pig was committed. Woof!

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Primary Care Physicians Must Know Cancer Details The Centers for Disease Control and Pre-vention reports there are more than 12 million cancer survivors, and that number will likely double in the next few decades as the population ages. In 2005, the Institute of Medicine published a report highlighting the special concerns of cancer survivors. Their report, “From Cancer Patient to Cancer Survivor: Lost in Transition,” pointed out the numerous problems these patients face, including persistent side effects from treatment, the health problems that can occur at any time from either the cancer or its treatment, and the lack of understand-ing by the patient and his family about what to ex-pect, who should be responsible for care, and what and when screening and other tests should be done. Many patients do not understand the na-ture of their disease and are insufficiently educated about the treatment plan, prognosis, chance of cure, and the risk of recurrence. They are not told what symptoms to expect and as a consequence, any minor malady -- particularly pain -- leads to panic and trips to the doctor with concerns that the cancer has recurred. Every practicing physician has faced issues such as this and watched the profound relief on patients’ faces when they are reassured that the cancer has not returned. Even the health care community is unsure of who should be responsible for monitoring patients and what tests should be done. Often the primary care physician has not been provided with detailed

and understandable information on the diagnosis, treatment plan, side effects, and chance of recur-rence. As a consequence, many primary care physi-cians cede all care to the main cancer therapist, who may be a surgeon, a medical oncologist or a radio-therapist. With no one in charge, screening may be either overzealous or inaccurate, and the manage-ment of other medical problems may be inadequate. On occasion, a side effect from the treatment (for example, heart damage caused by certain chemo-therapy drugs) may be missed or not appropriately monitored. It is not surprising that numerous reports have shown that fewer than half of primary care providers feel comfortable monitoring their patients for potential late side effects of cancer therapy. Today every leading research and cancer advocacy group recommends that cancer survi-vors be given a detailed and easy-to-understand care plan that promotes patient understanding and comfort and provides physicians with a road map for future care. Although this recommendation was made in 2005, fewer than half of the best cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health provide their patients with these care plans -- even for the most common cancers, such as breast and colon. Every cancer survivor should insist that the cancer specialist provide a written plan that should be understandable but detailed enough to be of value to the patient and any physician involved in his or her care. This plan must include the diagnosis, the tests performed and the nature of the cancer. In addition to the date of treatment, there must be detailed descriptions of the modalities of treatment, including surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. There should be a description of the response of the tumor to treatment, the side effects that oc-curred and how they were managed. Based on the response to treatment, the chances of a cure should be discussed and what to expect if the cancer re-curs. Once treatment has been completed, the care plan should include a schedule of follow-up tests needed, information on the long-term side effects of cancer treatment, and what symptoms to look for that suggest a complication of treatment or recurrence of cancer. Specific recommendations for healthy behaviors should be included, as well as information on whether close relatives are at in-creased risk of developing a similar cancer and how they should be monitored. The plan should include a list of community resources and support groups that can provide help, if needed. The breakthroughs in cancer care have been truly remarkable, and additional cures and sur-vivors are likely as we learn more and discover bet-ter treatment approaches. Surviving cancer comes with lifelong problems. Being as educated as pos-sible is the key to not only better care and survival but also an improved quality of life.

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SSI is what it is -- a welfare program. So, to repeat: you get Social Security disabil-ity, which is a “regular” Social Security benefit, if you have worked and paid taxes, and become disabled before being old enough to get Social Security retire-ment benefits. And you get SSI disability benefits if you are poor and become disabled. Here’s another way to look at it. If Bill Gates became disabled tomorrow, he would qualify for So-cial Security disability benefits because he’s worked and paid taxes. But he would never ever be eligible for SSI because he certainly isn’t poor. * * *

Q: I am 60 years old and have already retired. But I wasn’t planning to apply for my Social Security benefits until I am 66. However, someone told me that if I haven’t worked in the five years prior to applying for Social Security, I won’t be able to get benefits. Is this true?

A: No, it is not true. As long as you have 40 Social Security work credits (sometimes called “quarters of coverage”), you will always be eligible for Social Security retirement benefits. There is a recent work requirement for the Social Security disability program. Specifically, the law says you must have worked in five of the last 10 years before filing for Social Security disability ben-efits. But you are not interested in disability. You are interested in retirement. And there is NOT a five-year recent work rule for the Social Security re-tirement program. So, you can relax and enjoy your retirement. And you will certainly be able to collect your Social Security checks when you turn 66. * * *

Q: I just learned my ex husband has died. A neighbor told me I am eligible for some of his Social Security. Is this true?

A: Gosh, there are so many “ifs, ands or buts” associated with your potential eligibility for divorced widow’s benefits, I simply won’t be able to give you a definitive answer. But I can give you some general information. All of the “ifs” you see in this little explanation illustrate the many variables there are to your possible entitlement to these benefits. IF you were married for more than 10 years; and IF you haven’t remarried; or IF you remarried

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If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at [email protected]. To find out more about Tom Margenau and to read past columns and see fea-tures from other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.


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ANSWER: You’re the first writer ever to use the word “autogenesis.” If a starfish loses an arm, it grows another -- autogenesis. Humans have the same ability when it comes to blood vessels. They can grow new ones, and do so in many instances. Heart-attack victims often can sprout new arteries. It’s a long process. It doesn’t happen overnight. And it doesn’t happen to all people. Count yourself lucky. The booklet on CAD -- coronary artery dis-ease -- discusses how vessels become plugged and how they are treated. To order a copy, write: Dr. Donohue -- No. 101W, 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 looked in the mirror this morning and couldn’t believe what I saw. My right eye was bright red. It looked like someone had punched me. When my husband saw it, he asked if he had hit me while he was asleep. He didn’t. It doesn’t hurt. My vision is perfect. My eye looks frightful. Do I need to see a doctor? -- Y.T.

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A: Before making your choice, take plenty of time to learn everything about her condition and what her doctor’s prognosis is. Make an appointment with her doctor, without her attending. Prepare your questions in writing for the doctor. Why does the doctor believe she needs an operation, and what will her benefits be? Are there alternatives? Is surgery needed immediately or can other options be tried? Is the doctor board certified to perform these kinds of operations? What percentage of these surgeries have been successful? Will her insurance cover all the costs? Will she need strong medications that will in-teract well with her current meds? How long will her recovery time be? One of the major fears before any operation is that patients understand they will be entering an un-known world, and they are uncertain as to what their results will be. The more knowledge you and your mother have, the more comfortable you will be with your decision. Both doctors and patients who have experienced operations know that patients who take a positive mental attitude about the outcome have the right idea, and the results are often better. Assume a positive attitude for your mother, regardless of what decision you make. For your fu-ture and well-being, assure yourself you are making the right decision with her best interests in mind.

Q: Dad lost Mom about 10 years ago. Now he is in love with a widow, and they are very happy -- as are we. However, one major is-sue raises an ongoing problem. How should they deal with multiple invitations from both sides of their families when my dad and his girlfriend are invited to holidays, birthdays and other fam-ily celebrations? They prefer to go together, but on occa-sion, they have gone separately to their own fam-ily’s party. Sometimes it just the lack of energy, individual health issues and personal dislikes. Is there a simple way for them to be fair and avoid hurting anyone’s feelings?

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● On April 20, 1841, Edgar Allen Poe’s short story, “The Murders in the Rue Morgue,” first appears in Graham’s Lady’s and Gentleman’s Magazine. It is generally considered to be the first detective story. Like the later Sherlock Holmes stories, the tale is narrated by the detective’s room-mate.

● On April 22, 1889, at precisely high noon, thousands of would-be settlers make a mad dash into the newly opened Okla-homa Territory to claim cheap land. All told, from 50,000 to 60,000 settlers entered the territory that day. Towns like Norman, Okla-homa City, Kingfisher and Guthrie sprang into being almost overnight.

● On April 21, 1918, in the skies over France, Manfred von Richthofen, the notori-ous German flying ace known as “The Red Baron” with 80 victories under his belt, is killed by Allied fire. He was 25 years old.

● On April 17, 1937, Daffy Duck makes his debut in the Warner Bros. short “Porky’s Duck Hunt.” In the 1920s, movie houses had started showing a short cartoon before feature presentations, but the form became more popular after sound was introduced in 1928.

● On April 16, 1947, in Texas City’s port on Galveston Bay, a fire aboard the French freighter Grandcamp ignites ammonium nitrate, causing a massive blast that de-stroys much of the city and takes nearly 600 lives. The fire department tried to douse the flames, but the ship was so hot that the wa-ter from their fire hoses was instantly vapor-ized.

● On April 19, 1957, the Brattle Theater in Cambridge, Mass., presents its first show-ing of “Casablanca,” introducing a new gen-eration to Humphrey Bogart, who had died months earlier. Bogart had been wounded aboard a Navy ship during World War 1. His upper lip was scarred and partially para-lyzed, giving him the tough-guy poker face and slight lisp that characterized his acting.

● On April 18, 1983, Joan Benoit wins her second Boston Marathon in the women?s division with a time of 2:22:43. The inau-gural Boston Marathon was run on Apr. 19, 1897, and was a men-only event until 1972, when women were officially allowed to com-pete.


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Swirl Pottery Turned on Potter’s Wheel Q: Please look at the photo of my Ar-kansas pottery and tell me if it is still being produced. The pottery is decorated with var-iegated colors with a matte finish. Can you tell me how they achieved the dripping process? Also, I would appreciate any other information on its age, maker and value.

A: Judging from your photo and informa-tion, your pottery vases are examples of Niloak Pot-tery Co. It was founded by Charles Dean Hyten and located in Benton, Ark., from 1909 to 1947. They be-gan making crocks, jugs and churns. When demand for utilitarian ware waned, they introduced their art pottery line. Artificially coloring the clay and turning it on the potter’s wheel made pieces with a marble-ized or swirled appearance. Niloak is the word kaolin spelled backwards. Kaolin is a type of high quality clay, and there was an abundance of clay in the Benton area. Hyten obtained a patent on his swirled technique in 1925. Your pot-tery is known as “Swirl” and “Missionware.” Some pieces were marked and others had only a paper la-bel. Camark Pottery and Ouachita Pottery were two other famous potteries located in Arkansas. Your collection of pottery was made circa 1925. Prices vary from $100 for small pieces to over $500 for large pieces.

Q: I have sent a drawing of the mark that is on an antique glass vase. The vase has been in my family for several generations, and I would like to know more about it. My moth-er always told me it was valuable and should be passed down in the family to the next gen-eration. The vase is frosted, stands 9 inches tall and has panels of women standing above masks. The panels of woman are all in differ-ent poses and they alternate with raised oval shapes. It is in mint condition. Also included with the mark is the word “France.”

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• Four Pittsburgh teens were caught and charged with burglary and theft after showing off their stolen loot on Facebook just an hour after they broke into a convenience store.

• Two Florida women were arrested for stealing Christmas lawn decorations from a hardware store during the holidays. They were caught when the store manager noticed them displayed in their front yard only a block away.

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• An alleged serial burglar is behind bars in Tennessee, thanks to an angry 8-year old Landon Crabtree and his iPad app. After someone broke into their family home and stole numerous valuables, including young Landon’s PlayStation and iPad, the boy sought revenge. He went into YouTube, found an application for tracking lost iPads and accessed it through a friend’s computer. The satellite map worked perfectly and blinked a telltale location. His dad alerted police, who found the burglar in a nearby hotel room along with a cache of stolen goods, including Landon’s iPad. Encouraged by his success at solving the iPad caper, the young third-grader now wants to be an FBI agent when he grows up. ■

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• Individuals suffering from extreme agora-phobiararelyleavetheirhomes,duetotheirfearofpublicoropenspacesand the inescapablesituationsthatmayoccurthere.Onlyhomeissafe.

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3. Tom Landry was the first head coach of the Dallas Cowboys and stayed in that position for 29 years. How many head coaches has Dallas had since?

4. Entering the 2011-12 season, how many times had the Marquette men’s basketball team been in the Final Four?

5. In 2009, the Chicago Blackhawks matched the biggest comeback in NHL history, rallying from a 5-0 defi-cit to beat Calgary, 6-5. What other team had a similar comeback?

6. Who was the first coach to win three Major League Soccer titles?

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Martinez (1995), Jose Jimenez (1999) and Ubaldo Jimenez (2010).

2. Mike Schmidt and Adrian Beltre, with 48 each.

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1. Which band released “See My Baby Jive,” and when?

2. What instrument does Ginger Baker play?

3. Name the group that released “Wasted Years.”

4. “Afternoon Delight” was a No. 1 hit for which group?

5. In what year were 78-rpm records last released?

6. What is the “Deuce Coupe” ballet?Answers

1. Wizzard, in 1973. The song was covered in 1977 by Flash Cadillac and the Continental Kids.

2. Peter Edward “Ginger” Baker plays drums. He picked up the nick-name “Ginger” because of his red hair.

3. Iron Maiden, in 1986. It was the band’s only No. 1 U.S. rock chart hit.

4. The Starland Vocal Band, in 1976. They picked up two Grammys, and parlayed that win into a short-run sum-mer television show the next year.

5. 1960. The 78s, usually made of a shellac compound, set the standard until after World War II, when larger 33-rpm vinyl albums became popu-lar. Small 45-rpm single-song records rose to popularity in the 1950s, mostly due to the pop music that teenagers were buying.

6. “Deuce Coupe” is an avant-garde ballet by choreographer Twyla Tharp, set entirely to the music of the Beach Boys, commissioned in 1973 by the Joffrey Ballet.


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