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Show Volume XV Issue I The Ogden Valley news Page 11 December 15, 2007 New Publication Paints Picture of Days Gone By Weber County has a history to tell, but this particular version will not be told through a historian’s perspective; this story comes from the photographic evidence of the people and the places where they lived, worked, and recreated as told through historic picture postcards from an earlier era. The book, Weber County, A Pictorial History of the Early Years, is a collection of more than 300 photos. In August, the public was asked to contribute to a new coffee table book, “Weber County Utah: A Pictorial History of the Early Years” (Pediment, $39.95). Pictures from the 1800s on up to 1937 adorn the book’s pages, thanks to the help of local residents and the Ogden Union Station Museum’s library. This is a book you will want to own. Residents of Ogden Valley will find many interesting views of Ogden Canyon, including a photo donated by LaVern S. Cottrell of Martha and Esther Erickson at the dam in Ogden Canyon with Wheeler Canyon in the background. The picture was taken in 1906. Chapter introductions were written by Standard-Examiner columnist Charles Trentelman. Books are available for purchase from the StandardExaminer and from the Union Station. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of this book will be donated to the Newspapers in Education program. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of Ogden’s history. Authorities Warn Homeowners— Candle fires skyrocket in December Nearly half of all candle fires break out in the winter Police and firefighters are bracing for a surge in house fires this winter as people use candles for light during power outages. Severe winter weather tears down power lines and plunges millions of people into darkness. When people use candles for light they’re igniting a leading cause of home fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The NFPA says people were using candles for light in more than 30% of all fatal candle fires, and 75% of all catastrophic fires where five or more people died. “The risk of a fatal candle fire appears higher when candles are used for light,” said NFPA officials. To help prevent fires, the American Red Cross has developed a home emergency kit that includes SnapLights for safe light. SnapLights turn on with a bend, snap, and shake—safely mixing two chemicals to create instant light. There is no spark, flame, heat, battery, or bulb. The U.S. military, police, and firefighters also use SnapLights for safe, emergency light. “The Red Cross has selected only the best and safest supplies for its home emergency kit, and we’re pleased that SnapLights have been included to give people safe light in a power outage,” said Sandy Weisz, Vice President of Product Development for Cyalume Technologies. The rate of candle fires doubles in December and January, with 40% of all candle fires happening in the winter. Candle fires killed 350 people and injured nearly 3,000 people in 2004 and 2005. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says there are 23,600 candle fires each year—one every 34 minutes. “There’s almost no reason in the world for people to use candles during a power outage. People are under stress, it could be storming, there could be a host of issues taking your mind away from the candle— and unattended candles cause fires,” said Deputy Fire Chief Mike Mercandante, a safe light specialist in Massachusetts. Authorities recommend SnapLights because there’s no risk of fire. “SnapLights give people a room full of illumination, and the product is so safe, it can be used around children and pets. Candle fires would literally end overnight if people used SnapLights for light during home emergencies,” said Weisz. Candle fires typically break out when people forget about them or simply fall asleep. “The open flame of a candle poses a serious risk of fire. “People must use “common sense and caution,” according to the Department of Homeland Security. “Candles can cause serious safety hazards. Candle fires tripled in the U.S. between 1990 and 2002 and the result can be tragic. he widespread popularity of candles means candle fires; too many of them,” according to Consumer Reports. For more information about SnapLights and a free safe light tip sheet, visit <www. SnapLight.com> Similar glow sticks are available for purchase at Clara’s Closet located in the offices of the American Red Cross of Northern Utah situated at 2955 Harrison Boulevard in Ogden. The glow sticks create light for up to 12 hours, and are sold for $1.50 each. For more information, call 627-0000. All Offers COnsidered! Come & Celebrate the Birth of Christ with us at Fellowship Bible Church 4783 N. 3200 E., Liberty Christmas Program – Sunday, Dec. 16 at 11 a.m. Candlelight Service – Monday, Dec. 24 at 7 pm Please call 745-6200 or 745-1090 for more information. Greater Security this Travel Season Doesn’t have to Mean Greater Fear Kathy Arena invents fun, educational toys designed to acclimate children with security measures As the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) begins to test body scan machines in airports across the nation with the holiday travel season about to reach its peak, heightened security measures can intimidate adults and children alike. In an effort to help children understand these measures, California mom and inventor Kathy Arena created the Scan-It Toy X-Ray Machine. Scan It is an educational and creative play toy that helps children become acclimated with airport and public spaces security. It detects metal objects and simulates an x-ray scan via a functioning conveyor belt that glides articles over its metal detector path. When metallic items are present, the unit beeps and lights up. According to Arena, during her divorce, she and her children were confronted with having to put their possessions through multiple scanners, causing intimidation and confusion for her children. “With the holiday travel season here and the TSA constantly creating technologies to accommodate heightened security measures, children especially can become extremely uncomfortable with traveling,” said Arena. “My desire in bringing this product to life is to lessen some of the fear children often suffer in our security conscience society. The toy was engineered to be a fun and engaging plaything primarily—fun is always the key to learning with young children—and then as a tool for teaching and familiarizing children with today’s security processes.” According to the American Society of Travel Agents, for families with children going through security measures, more time is needed. Families have to juggle extra items such as strollers, infant carriers, baby slings, and more, all while keeping track of one or more children who may also be carrying toys, games, and other kid stuff that also has to be put through a scanner. Besides allowing extra time, the key to success is communication. “Communicating to your children what these security measures are and how they work can make travel this holiday tear-free, which is what Kathy had in mind when she invented the Scan It Toy X-Ray Machine,” said Billy Carmen, CEO of Wizard Industries, the manufacturing and marketing company for the Scan It toy. Arena and her Wizard Industries team incorporated security screening education resources into a new Web site www. OperationCheckpoint.com to provide an extension of the toy by means of a complete menu of educational resources, including projects, teaching scenarios, and other information support to instruct children about security screening. The Scan-It Toy X-Ray Machine and the OperationCheckpoint.com Web site provide extended use for the toy and its concept of play and education. The Scan It Toy X-Ray Machine is patented and lead free. For more information, or to purchase the toy, please visit OperationCheckpoint.com or visit select toy and teaching resource stores. Information can also be obtained through Wizard Distribution, Inc. at 866-781-8033. To learn how to get the Scan-It Toy XRay Machine fore free, log onto <www. SampleRewards.com> FORSALEBYOWNEROGDEN.COM A free service of Kirk Moore Diamond Service Realtor Team: RE/MAX Community Valley |