George Washington speaks!

By the President of the United States of America, a Proclamation.

Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor-- and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness.

Now therefore I do recommend and assign Thursday the 26th day of November next to be devoted by the People of these States to the service of that great and glorious Being, who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be-- That we may then all unite in rendering unto him our sincere and humble thanks--for his kind care and protection of the People of this Country previous to their becoming a Nation--for the signal and manifold mercies, and the favorable interpositions of his Providence which we experienced in the course and conclusion of the late war--for the great degree of tranquility, union, and plenty, which we have since enjoyed--for the peaceable and rational manner, in which we have been enabled to establish constitutions of government for our safety and happiness, and particularly the national One now lately instituted--for the civil and religious liberty with which we are blessed; and the means we have of acquiring and diffusing useful knowledge; and in general for all the great and various favors which he hath been pleased to confer upon us.

and also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and beseech him to pardon our national and other transgressions-- to enable us all, whether in public or private stations, to perform our several and relative duties properly and punctually--to render our national government a blessing to all the people, by constantly being a Government of wise, just, and constitutional laws, discreetly and faithfully executed and obeyed--to protect and guide all Sovereigns and Nations (especially such as have shewn kindness unto us) and to bless them with good government, peace, and concord--To promote the knowledge and practice of true religion and virtue, and the en-crease of science among them and us--and generally to grant unto all Mankind such a degree of temporal prosperity as he alone knows to be best.

Given under my hand at the City of New York the third day of October in the year of our Lord 1789.

Geo: Washington

PLEASE CALL 360-681-0000 if your Tickety-Boo remains elusive.

Here's a hint: 

"Music NOT Mayhem"

Now:

Danny Kaye was recently re-united with his Tickety-Boo.

But Elmer Fudd continues in his search.

Well.

What do you expect from a diaper-clad man sporting wings, bows, arrows, safety pins and a black fedora? 

Please see the video below for absolute proof!

Hi there, Ciscoe. A few street tree Butterfly Magnolias growing in a planting strip next to a City Light facility are showing signs of a disease. I’m stumped as to what is causing this problem. Any ideas? Many thanks!  HEIDI

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Those in B.C. and throughout Canada who often travel south of the border with their dog by land, sea or air will soon have to follow new rules set out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

 

Starting Aug. 1, 2024, all canines, including service dogs, will have to appear healthy, be at least six months old and be microchipped when entering the U.S., according to the CDC.

 

In addition to the already required forms, the organization says dogs must also have a CDC Dog Import Form, which can be filled out online starting July 15.

 

Dr. Danny Joffe, a Calgary veterinarian and vice president of medical operations at VCA Canada Animal Hospitals, says a microchip and implanting it can cost between $100 to $150. This procedure can be done at a vet clinic or hospital.

 

He’s encouraging dog owners to carefully review the CDC website to ensure they have all the relevant information and requirements for their dog to travel.

 

The CDC says extra documentation may be needed based on where the dog has been in the last six months and whether or not it received its rabies vaccine in the U.S.

 

That’s because dogs arriving from countries with a high risk of dog rabies must be protected against the disease, according to the organization. Canada is not considered high risk, however, the CDC says the new rules still apply to Canadians and come in an effort to help protect the health and safety of people and pets.

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IN OTHER NEWS

 

A high school teacher in British Columbia had their teaching certificate cancelled and is unable to reapply for 15 years for kissing a vulnerable student in 2022.

 

The B.C. Commissioner for Teacher Regulation says the contact occurred on July 4, 2022, the day of the student’s high school graduation, at the former teacher’s home.

 

The teacher’s adult children were having a party at the home that night, which included some university-aged attendees drinking alcohol.

 

The student, who the teacher had taught, was at the party and was not of legal drinking age, but had consumed alcohol at the party.

Don’t be alarmed when you receive an emergency alert on your cell phone tomorrow.  All cell phones, radios and television sets across the nation tomorrow will be receiving the test alert.  It’s a test of the national Integrated Public Alert and Warning System – known as IPAWS.  The message on your phone will read: THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.” 

FEMA – the Federal Emergency Management Agency – says the test is being done to help ensure that Wireless Emergency alerts (WEA) for cell phones and the Emergency Alert System (EAS) for radios and TVs continue to be effective ways to warn the public about emergencies, particularly those on the national level.

The WEA test will be sent to all consumer cell phones. The message will display in either English or in Spanish, depending on the language settings of the wireless handset.

"All major U.S. wireless providers participate in Wireless Emergency Alerts and will transmit the national test to their subscribers," according to FEMA. "If your mobile phone is on and within range of an active cell tower from a participating wireless provider, you should receive the national test. 

Wireless providers will transmit the national test for 30 minutes, but your phone should only receive it once."

The EAS Emergency Alert System portion of the test will be sent to radios and televisions. The test is set for 11:20AM Pacific Time tomorrow.

FEMA says it’s a standard test that occurs at least once every three years.

I am a long time fan and met you years ago at the nursery in Medina just off 520. I am a gardener and am hydrangea crazy, nothing beats a plant that comes back beautiful every year. Not sure whether I bought the attached hydrangea at Swansons near us or at the grocery store in the winter, have done both. I’m 77 and this plant will be heavy.  How far can I cut it back to replant/repot to make it less heavy? Any hydrangea replanting advice you can provide will be much appreciated, I have more hydrangeas to address. Thank you for your guidance over the years. David

My two year old Cherokee Chief dogwood has, from infancy, fought anthracnose according to county experts. I sprayed it according to recommendations to no avail. Will this be an attempt in futility if I don't pull off every affected leaf throughout it's life. Here are two photos of leaves. Could the problem be something else entirely that won't cause so much grief? Thanks! Jeff and Rhondaa

Can you give me some advice on dividing it? 

And, will it be ok to do it this fall? 

It usually blooms again in December or January (indoors). Thank you so much. I love your show and am a loyal listener.  Michele from Whidbey Island   

P.S. What do you get when you cross a rhino with an elephant?         Answer:   "Elephino"