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Small Allegany County Community Newsletter
Allen Outlook
DECEMBER - 2014
Country Christmas Christmas was always a special time
In the country so long ago Firelight danced on windowpanes
As hearts began to glow.
As a child, I yet remember Gathering around the tree Grandpa's old time stories Filled every face with glee.
Savory smells drifted through the air
In a heavenly atmosphere Voices cracked with happiness As Christmas day drew near.
Homemade pies aligned the shelves
Made by Grandma's aging hands And something spiritual touched us all
As the Yuletide swept the land.
T'was an ole fashioned country Christmas Blessed with lots of Christmas snow Sleigh rides for the young at heart
And hanging mistletoe.
Now my heart fills up with gladness As the season brings its cheer
When these thoughts of mine go back in time To recapture yesteryear.
Marilyn Ferguson
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Fun Facts!
Do you have news of births, engagements, weddings, etc; please share with us! We are a small community and it is nice to build a close relationship with our neighbors. It is nice to share in the celebrations of joyous events or when life is difficult; letting your neighbors know you have suffered an illness or a loss. The extra prayers always help :) If you have historical or interesting stories that you would enjoy sharing with your neighbors please contact me. I am also interested in old photos. You may send them to me digitally, mail them, or allow me to scan them. “Spotlight Resident” - If you would like to write about the life of your loved one that has passed and had lived in Allen, please e-mail or mail the story and pictures. For “Spotlight” stories, and “Letters to the
Editor” please include your name, address, and phone number. Anonymous submissions will not be honored. Subscriptions to Allen Outlook and all local advertising services are free. I look forward to creating ongoing publications for years to come (on a monthly basis). I need your assistance to share news and ideas to keep Allen Outlook crisp and inviting. Please contact me to share ideas for future pub-lications. Thank you for your support!
Brenda [email protected]
The term Pot Hole come from 18th century England when potters would dig holes in the middle of the road for clay.
Two baby girls have defied the odds with a very unusual birth date. At 10:11 a.m. on Saturday, Hazel Grace was born at a hospital in Cleveland and Quincy Kessler was born at a hospital in Billings, Montana, making their birth date and time 10:11 12/13/14.
Ben Franklin wasn’t allowed to write the declaration of Independence because it was feared that he would hide a joke in it.
Starting in the 1960s, the American Heart Association advised the public to eat less saturated fat and switch to vegetable oils for a “healthy heart.” The American Heart Association was founded in part by the makers of Crisco.
Welcoming Comments and Stories
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Cheeseburger Soup
Five Generations
Wonderful
Blessings—
in so many ways!
1/2 pound ground beef 3 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup chopped onion 4 cups cubed potatoes
3/4 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup flour
3/4 cup chopped celery 2 cups cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil 1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/4 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons butter
In large pot, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat; cook and stir vegetables and
beef until meat is brown.
Stir in basil and parsley. Add broth and potatoes. Bring to boil, then simmer until
potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes.
Melt the remaining butter and stir in flour. Add the milk, stirring until smooth.
Gradually add milk mixture to the soup, sirring constantly. Bring to a boil and reduce
heat to simmer. Stir in cheese. When cheese is melted, add sour cream and heat
through. Do not boil.
Clarence and Rosemary Wesche—
Great-Great-Grandparents
Irene Hooker– Great Grandmother
David Hooker– Grandfather
Emily Hooker– New Mommy
Landon Updyke– (Being his cute self)
Born May 22
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Letters to the Editor
The Tuesday Hours of 3pm-7pm will
change to 10am-2pm.
Jame will be available to come down
later in the evening as needed.
(585) 567-8940
Late hours will resume back to normal
after the First of the year.
Closed Wednesday December 24th
Closed Wednesday December 31st
Town Clerk Hours
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Comment and support from the community
is welcome at the town meeting!
For the town board to address: I would like to have a purchase
rotation for the equipment that gets bought, so that we are not
finding ourselves in this situation down the road. I have also
requested to purchase a hot water steam washer to clean the new
truck when it arrives.
The highway department is requesting that in the winter months
people do not park on the side of the road and that they have all
vehicles and debris cleared off so that the plow drivers can safely and
efficiently plow the roads.
Thank you!
Eric Brodman
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A stray dog was discovered, December 13th!
Jack Russell Beagle mix, no collar or tags. He has not been
neutered. Pictures are also posted on the board in and out
of the Town Hall, Connie Otto DCO has “custody”, she can
be reached at 585 808 8766.
Hopefully he can be returned to his home for Christmas!
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Doggie Notes
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Advertise your local business for free!
If you have something to sell or want to buy, I’ll include your information in next edition!
Allegany County General Election November 4, 2014
Town Meetings 2nd Tuesday, 7:00pm Phone: (585) 567-8320
Meeting Location: Town Hall Fax: (585) 567-8320
Supervisor
Bonnie Leigh 9399 West Hill Road, Fillmore, NY 14735 (585) 365-2104
Town Clerk:
Jame VanDewalker [email protected] (585) 567-8320
HOURS: Monday 8am-12pm
Tuesday 3pm-7pm
Wednesday 10am-2pm
Tax Collector: Beth Dennis Old State Road, Angelica NY 14709 (585) 466-7191
Town Justice:
James Banish 4867 Klein Road, Fillmore, NY 14735 (585) 567-8436
Councilmen:
Richard Streiff 5826 Seavert Road, Fillmore, NY 14735 (585) 365-8224
Edgar J. Allen 8621 Old State Road, Angelica, NY 14709 (585) 466-3628
Donna Dorvit 5473 Dorvit Road, Fillmore, NY 14735 (585) 365-2427
Assessor: Duane Aylor 10044 Old State Road, Dalton, NY 14836 (585) 567-4767
Superintendent of Highways:
Eric Brodman 8929 Old State Road, Angelica, NY 14709 (585) 567-8320
Dog Control Officer::
Connie Otto (585) 808 8766
Town Attorney:
David Brautigam 9888 County Road 23 (585 567-8911
Allegany County Board of Legislators District V
Aaron M. McGraw 1296 Randolph Road (607) 382-8158 –Cell
Alfred Station, NY 14803 [email protected]
Phillip B. Curran 5431 County Road 12 (607) 587-9144 –Cell
Alfred Station, NY 14803 [email protected]
Charles O. Jessup PO Box 42 863 State Route 244 (607) 587-8802 –Home
Alfred Station, NY 14803 [email protected]
Phone: 585-466-3159
Fax: 585-466-3159
E-mail: [email protected]
Allen Outlook
TOWN OF ALLEN
4949 Klein Road, Fillmore, NY 14735
Editor: Brenda L. Norton
State Senator 57th Senatorial District
Catharine M. Young Legislative Office Building,
Room 307
Albany, NY 12247
(518) 455-3563
Fax: (518) 426-6905
West Gate Plaza
700 West State Street
Olean, NY 14760
(800) 707-0058
(716) 372-4901
Fax: (716) 372-5740
E-mail: [email protected]
Website:
www.young.nysenate.gov
New York Assembly 148th Assembly District
Joseph M. Giglio Legislative Office Building
Room 439
Albany, NY 12246
(518) 455-5241
Fax: (518) 455-5869
Westgate Plaza
700 West State Street
Olean, NY 14760
(716) 373-7103
Fax: (716) 373-7105
E-mail:
