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Irish eyes are smiling The Backwoods Irish will perform Friday night when the Harstine Island Commu- nity Hall is transformed into an Irish pub for a celebration of Saint Patrick's Day. Pictured from left to right are Elizabeth Berndt, Jim Irish, Daniel Berndt and Mike Benson. They will perform a broad selection of Irish ballads and chanteys in addi- tion to some Irish American standards for a gathering that begins at 6 p.m. There is aore about this on page 18. FREE ESTIMATES; 100 Years Ago c0From the March 8, 1907, Mason Unty Journah At the school election Saturday not interest was shown, the total VOte being 104, but many of the ladies took advantage of the opportunity to te' Eli B. Robinson and T.P. Fisk, th satisfactory candidates, were on e tickets but no contest was made, e former receiving 66 votes and the ter 38. Fdmball Sherwood last week pur- a span of large horses for his camp on the Skokomish Res- ervation, costing over $600. Night watch Reed ran up against a big Finn, a little worse for liquor the other night and received a slight cut on the chin. The offender got the limit. 35 Years Ago From the March 9, 1972, Shclton- Mason County Journal: The organization of the tax struc- ture in the United States is in the hands of the people wlto prosper by the way it is set up, former New York congressman Allerd Lowenstein told a are reading Rag Coat Junior PageTurners are reading by Lauren Mills and will discussing it this Wednesday t the William G. Reed Library in 0Wntown Shelton. This program is for children in st through third grades who will 4 to 5 p.m. on March 14. of this book group fea- a chat about the book as well games, snacks and a craft. Families can pick up a copy of featured book at the library, is located at 710 West A1- Street. Junior PageTurners is by the Friends of the G. Reed Library. The local library board will at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday to SCUss advico it may have for the of Shelton on library issues. of the board are open to public and held on the second Wednesday of each mon[h. Other programs planned tbr the next few days by the staff of the Shelton branch include: • Tax Assistance in Spanish to be provided from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 11, in the down- stairs meeting room. This program is presented by Pacific Northwest Hispanic Internal Revenue Em- ployees and cosponsored by Mason County Literacy. • Toddler Story Time from 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. on Monday, March 12, for children ages 18 months to 3 years. • Family Story Time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 13, for children ages 6 and younger. All library programs are free of charge unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 426-1362. "Westport" by Enviro Fire :1! ....... Cast Iron Flat Black Model on sale now $1499.00 Capital City Stove & Fan Center 2118 Pacific Ave., Olympia • 943-5587 Monday-Friday 8:30-5:30, Saturday 8:30-5:00 www.capitalcitystove.com crowd at the Mountain View Audito- rium Satucday afternoon. His appear- ance here was sponsored by the Mason County Young Democrats. The Shelton Education Association notified the State Superintendent's Office Tuesday that an impasse had been reached in negotiations between the SEA and the school district. 10 Years Ago From the March 6, 1997, Shclton- Mason County Journal: Public health officials are asking people to be more wary of bats [bllow- ing the death from rabies of a Mason County man. The 65-year-old man died on January 18. Crews from the ttood Canal Rang- er District have star,ed work on their latest phm to discourage people from climbing around the 403-tbot gorge at the Steel Bridge. The bridge has been the scene of several [htalities in recent years. A number of people have died hiking and climbing in the area. Northcliff project gets fede ral okay The City of Shelton has been notified by the Federal Highway Administration that it can pro- ceed with the Northcliff Road Improvement Project. Commissioner Dawn Pannell made the announcement Monday evening, adding the city is ready to go out for bid on the project, with bids to be opened on Mon- day, April 2. The project spans approximately seven-tenths of a mile between North 13th and Poplar streets. The price tag is currently estimated at some $3 milliom with the vast majority of that coming via federal grant funds. Shelton's share is approx- imately $175,000. Some of the project's high- lights include: new, crowned pavement, curbs and gutters, a seven-tbot-wide sidewalk on the downhill side of the street, street trees and more, including underground utility upgrades, some turn lanes and acceleration lanes, bus pullouts and retaining walls. New street lights will be installed if enough funding is available. Also, a new underground storm drainage system will be constructed along the project route. There will be a sanitary Spanish classes will be offered at Saint David's Saint David of Wales Episcopal Church and Mason. County Liter- acy are offering 10 weeks of Span- ish language instruction. The classes will begin on Wednesday, March 21, and will take place each Wednesday in Saint David's Parish Hall, 218 North Third Street. The continu- ing class is scheduled from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., following the beginning session, which will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Space is limited, so those inter- ested are encouraged to register soon. Full and partial scholarships may be available, depending on enrollment numbers. information about fees and registration is available by call- ing Carolyn Carlton at 427-5460 or Mason County Literacy at 426- 9733. sewer main extension between Sylvan Heights and Poplar Street and between North 13th and North Eighth streets. Public Works Director Jay Ebbeson said Monday he will talk to commissioners at their meeting on April 2 about award- ing the bid that evening. and More/ by Blaine & Linda Fladager Shelton Floor Covering PADDING ACCOUNTS When selecting the padding to go under your new carpet, remem- ber that thicker does not necessarily mean better, If padding is overly thick, it may make the carpet feel too soft, and also serve to shorten carpet life by stressing the carpet backing. The Carpet and Rug Institute recommends a maximum thickness of 7/16-inch for padding that will underlie com- mon residential carpet, and 3/8-inch or thinner firm, resilient padding for a low-pile carpet (such as Berber). Padding, which is made from a vari- ety of natural and synthetic fibers, is also measured in terms of density. This translates into a 6-lb.'density padding beneath standard residential cut pile and an 8-1b, density padding under a thinner Berber or low-pile carpet. If your talents don't lie in the direction of choosing the most ap- propriate floor coverings for your home, put that responsibility in the hands of a professional. SHEL- TON FLOOR COVERING will be pleased to consult with you about the flooring for one room or your entire home or office environment. For selection, service, and savings, you'll be glad you came to 1306 Olympic Hwy So, We can work within all budget restraints. PH: 360-427-2822. We're open 7:30 to 5:30 weekdays, 9-5 Saturday. HINT: For moderate-traffic areas, purchase Class 1 padding, and Class 2 for such heavy-traffic areas as stairs, hallways, and family rooms. When was the last time you had your brake system checked? SPECIAL up to S When you have brake pads, brake shoes, wheel bearings or wheel seals Installed. I I I garage.com 426"8208 321 S. 2nd St. Downtown Shelton Thursday, March 8, 2007 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Page 25 Irish eyes are smiling The Backwoods Irish will perform Friday night when the Harstine Island Commu- nity Hall is transformed into an Irish pub for a celebration of Saint Patrick's Day. Pictured from left to right are Elizabeth Berndt, Jim Irish, Daniel Berndt and Mike Benson. They will perform a broad selection of Irish ballads and chanteys in addi- tion to some Irish American standards for a gathering that begins at 6 p.m. There is aore about this on page 18. FREE ESTIMATES; 100 Years Ago c0From the March 8, 1907, Mason Unty Journah At the school election Saturday not interest was shown, the total VOte being 104, but many of the ladies took advantage of the opportunity to te' Eli B. Robinson and T.P. Fisk, th satisfactory candidates, were on e tickets but no contest was made, e former receiving 66 votes and the ter 38. Fdmball Sherwood last week pur- a span of large horses for his camp on the Skokomish Res- ervation, costing over $600. Night watch Reed ran up against a big Finn, a little worse for liquor the other night and received a slight cut on the chin. The offender got the limit. 35 Years Ago From the March 9, 1972, Shclton- Mason County Journal: The organization of the tax struc- ture in the United States is in the hands of the people wlto prosper by the way it is set up, former New York congressman Allerd Lowenstein told a are reading Rag Coat Junior PageTurners are reading by Lauren Mills and will discussing it this Wednesday t the William G. Reed Library in 0Wntown Shelton. This program is for children in st through third grades who will 4 to 5 p.m. on March 14. of this book group fea- a chat about the book as well games, snacks and a craft. Families can pick up a copy of featured book at the library, is located at 710 West A1- Street. Junior PageTurners is by the Friends of the G. Reed Library. The local library board will at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday to SCUss advico it may have for the of Shelton on library issues. of the board are open to public and held on the second Wednesday of each mon[h. Other programs planned tbr the next few days by the staff of the Shelton branch include: • Tax Assistance in Spanish to be provided from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 11, in the down- stairs meeting room. This program is presented by Pacific Northwest Hispanic Internal Revenue Em- ployees and cosponsored by Mason County Literacy. • Toddler Story Time from 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. on Monday, March 12, for children ages 18 months to 3 years. • Family Story Time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 13, for children ages 6 and younger. All library programs are free of charge unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 426-1362. "Westport" by Enviro Fire :1! ....... Cast Iron Flat Black Model on sale now $1499.00 Capital City Stove & Fan Center 2118 Pacific Ave., Olympia • 943-5587 Monday-Friday 8:30-5:30, Saturday 8:30-5:00 www.capitalcitystove.com crowd at the Mountain View Audito- rium Satucday afternoon. His appear- ance here was sponsored by the Mason County Young Democrats. The Shelton Education Association notified the State Superintendent's Office Tuesday that an impasse had been reached in negotiations between the SEA and the school district. 10 Years Ago From the March 6, 1997, Shclton- Mason County Journal: Public health officials are asking people to be more wary of bats [bllow- ing the death from rabies of a Mason County man. The 65-year-old man died on January 18. Crews from the ttood Canal Rang- er District have star,ed work on their latest phm to discourage people from climbing around the 403-tbot gorge at the Steel Bridge. The bridge has been the scene of several [htalities in recent years. A number of people have died hiking and climbing in the area. Northcliff project gets fede ral okay The City of Shelton has been notified by the Federal Highway Administration that it can pro- ceed with the Northcliff Road Improvement Project. Commissioner Dawn Pannell made the announcement Monday evening, adding the city is ready to go out for bid on the project, with bids to be opened on Mon- day, April 2. The project spans approximately seven-tenths of a mile between North 13th and Poplar streets. The price tag is currently estimated at some $3 milliom with the vast majority of that coming via federal grant funds. Shelton's share is approx- imately $175,000. Some of the project's high- lights include: new, crowned pavement, curbs and gutters, a seven-tbot-wide sidewalk on the downhill side of the street, street trees and more, including underground utility upgrades, some turn lanes and acceleration lanes, bus pullouts and retaining walls. New street lights will be installed if enough funding is available. Also, a new underground storm drainage system will be constructed along the project route. There will be a sanitary Spanish classes will be offered at Saint David's Saint David of Wales Episcopal Church and Mason. County Liter- acy are offering 10 weeks of Span- ish language instruction. The classes will begin on Wednesday, March 21, and will take place each Wednesday in Saint David's Parish Hall, 218 North Third Street. The continu- ing class is scheduled from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., following the beginning session, which will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Space is limited, so those inter- ested are encouraged to register soon. Full and partial scholarships may be available, depending on enrollment numbers. information about fees and registration is available by call- ing Carolyn Carlton at 427-5460 or Mason County Literacy at 426- 9733. sewer main extension between Sylvan Heights and Poplar Street and between North 13th and North Eighth streets. Public Works Director Jay Ebbeson said Monday he will talk to commissioners at their meeting on April 2 about award- ing the bid that evening. and More/ by Blaine & Linda Fladager Shelton Floor Covering PADDING ACCOUNTS When selecting the padding to go under your new carpet, remem- ber that thicker does not necessarily mean better, If padding is overly thick, it may make the carpet feel too soft, and also serve to shorten carpet life by stressing the carpet backing. The Carpet and Rug Institute recommends a maximum thickness of 7/16-inch for padding that will underlie com- mon residential carpet, and 3/8-inch or thinner firm, resilient padding for a low-pile carpet (such as Berber). Padding, which is made from a vari- ety of natural and synthetic fibers, is also measured in terms of density. This translates into a 6-lb.'density padding beneath standard residential cut pile and an 8-1b, density padding under a thinner Berber or low-pile carpet. If your talents don't lie in the direction of choosing the most ap- propriate floor coverings for your home, put that responsibility in the hands of a professional. SHEL- TON FLOOR COVERING will be pleased to consult with you about the flooring for one room or your entire home or office environment. For selection, service, and savings, you'll be glad you came to 1306 Olympic Hwy So, We can work within all budget restraints. PH: 360-427-2822. We're open 7:30 to 5:30 weekdays, 9-5 Saturday. HINT: For moderate-traffic areas, purchase Class 1 padding, and Class 2 for such heavy-traffic areas as stairs, hallways, and family rooms. When was the last time you had your brake system checked? SPECIAL up to S When you have brake pads, brake shoes, wheel bearings or wheel seals Installed. I I I garage.com 426"8208 321 S. 2nd St. Downtown Shelton Thursday, March 8, 2007 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Page 25