Swamp Ghost Untouched B-17

Maybe the best artifacts in museums aren’t from ancient long-forgotten civilizations but from the ones in living memory. Bob Small sent a link to a fascinating article in the Huffington Post concerning The Swamp Ghost, a B-17 bomber that crash-landing in the jungles of New Guinea after being damaged in a World War II bombing raid. It has been salvaged and is now on display at the Pacific Aviation Museum in Pearl Harbor.

Bob Small sent a link to a fascinating article in the Huffington Post concerning The Swamp Ghost, a B-17 bomber that crash-landing in the jungles of New Guinea after being damaged in a World War II bombing raid.

It has been salvaged and is now on display at the Pacific Aviation Museum in Pearl Harbor.

FYI, the crew of nine survived and made it back to safety after a six-week trek through the jungle. They were given a week’s rest and then a new plane.

Swamp Ghost Untouched B-17

Unions, Trial Lawyers Push Dems In Court Race

Unions, Trial Lawyers Push Dems In Court RaceBy Sen. Scott Wagner

Three seats on the Supreme Court are up for election and it is extremely critical for the Republican Party to maintain control.

I highlighted on Oct. 7 how important this race is and now I will show you why.

Union contributions to the three Democratic candidates ($2.1 million of their $5.9 million total) equal about $500,000 more than all contributions to Republican candidates.

It is important to note: The “Committee for a Better Tomorrow” – which is the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association’s political action committee contributed $375,000 to the Democratic candidates in comparison to the $10,000 they gave to the Republican candidates.**

I have been reporting over the last two years that the public sector unions are choking off any meaningful reforms in Harrisburg.

It is imperative for everyone to understand that even if we have a Republican majority in the Senate, House, and a Republican governor, any meaningful reforms we pass over the next 20 years could be challenged and overturned.

Do not expect pension reform or property tax reform to be passed if the Supreme Court has a Democratic majority because someone could file a legal action and challenge the reforms.

A similar situation recently happened in Illinois – the Governor of Illinois signed pension reform legislation in 2013 which was overturned this year by the Illinois Supreme Court.

The union influence in Harrisburg is staggering and it is the number one reason why we cannot get financial reforms passed.

I cannot reinforce enough how critical it is for you to get out and vote on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

While there are other important races on the ballot, this is the most important race we will see in our lifetime.

Judges on the Supreme Court serve for 10 years and then they can run for retention – another 10 year term – which is a simple vote and judges rarely lose retention.

We must rally around our Republican candidates and get them over the finish line on Tuesday, November 3rd!

Please support Republicans Ann Covey, Mike George, and Judy Olson. Click on each of their names to learn more about them.
Sen. Wagner represents the 28th District in the Pennsylvania Senate.

Unions, Trial Lawyers Push Dems In Court Race

William Lawrence Sr Omnibit 10-22-15

William Lawrence Sr Omnibit 10-22-15 Why is there never a Hurricane Ulysses? The National Hurricane Center skips the letter U because there just aren't enough names starting with those letters. They skip letters Q, X, Y and Z for the same reason so those named Quentin and Xavier cannot be so honored either.

Why is there never a Hurricane Ulysses? The National Hurricane Center skips the letter U because there just aren’t enough names starting with those letters. They skip letters Q, X, Y and Z for the same reason so those named Quentin and Xavier cannot be so honored either.

Hat tip Bob Small

Sharyl Attkisson Sues DOJ

Former Emmy-award winning investigative reporter and substitute CBS-anchor Sharyl Attkisson and her family are suing the Obama Administration over the apparently government-sponsored bugging of her computer. Sharyl Attkisson Sues DOJ

Specifically named in the lawsuit are former Attorney General Eric Holder,  former Postmaster General Patrick R. Donahoe, the U.S. Justice Department and the Postal Service.

She is asking for $35 million.

She says that three separate computer forensic exams showed that hackers used sophisticated methods to monitor here work between 2011 and 2013 while at CBS. She says she has “pretty good evidence” that these efforts were connected to the Justice Department.

This is a rather serious and scary scandal. You would think she would be a household name at this point.

Ms. Attkission resigned form CBS in 2014 saying the network tried to stifle investigations into Obama Administration scandals.

Sharyl Attkisson Sues DOJ

Delco GOP Council Running On Record

Springfield GOP Chairman Mike Puppio noted at tonight’s (Oct. 21) township party meeting that Delaware County Council has not raised taxes for two years and has not cut services. Delco GOP Council Running On Record -- Springfield GOP Chairman Mike Puppio noted at tonight's (Oct. 21) township party meeting that Delaware County Council has not raised taxes for two years and has not cut services. The Republican County Council slate consists of incumbents is John P. McBlain, Colleen P. Morrone and Mike Culp.

The Republican County Council slate consists of incumbents is John P.  McBlain,  Colleen P. Morrone and Mike Culp.

The election is Nov. 3.

Delco GOP Council Running On Record

William Lawrence Sr Omnibit 10-21-15

William Lawrence Sr Omnibit 10-21-15

So, Robert James, who was Percy Fawcett? He was a British archaeologist and explorer who disappeared in 1926 in Brazil while searching for the Lost City of Z.

Happy Birthday.

Skunk Spray Clean Dogs

Skunk Spray Clean Dogs. So what should one do if one's dog is sprayed by a sunk? Tomato juice really doesn't cut it.So what should one do if one’s dog is sprayed by a sunk? Tomato juice really doesn’t cut it but former K-9 officer Rick Bruno has a recommendation courtesy of Quora.com.

1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide
1/4 cup of baking soda
1 teaspoon of liquid dish soap

Mix these ingredients in a bucket (do not dilute them), and sponge them onto the dog. Scrub it in as best you can, then rinse with tap water.

He says it works like a charm albeit is a bit messy.

Skunk Spray Clean Dogs

William Lawrence Sr Omnibit 10-20-15

William Lawrence Sr Omnibit 10-20-15

It is Martin, not Charlie, Sheen that holds the record for most arrests by a Hollywood star. It should be noted, though, that Martin’s rap sheep involves numerous civil rights protests.

Delco Dems Duck Debate

The Democrat Delaware County Council candidates are ducking a long-scheduled debate. Delco Dems Duck Debate

The debate, moderated by the League of Women Voters,  was scheduled for 5:30 this afternoon (Oct. 20) at Neumann University.

The Dems had negotiated terms and confirmed their attendance, says Delco GOP Boss Andy Reilly said.

At no point during the month long planning process did the Democratic candidates raise any concerns about the issues that prompted their abrupt withdrawal from the forum, Reilly said.

“Voters will not get to hear Sharon Booker try to spin her tax hike on working families — her first act as a Sharon Hill councilwoman. Voters won’t hear Christine Reuther’s excuses for why she raised taxes nearly 25% in Nether Providence. And they won’t hear Richard Womack try to justify his support for tax increases on the middle class as a commissioner in Darby,”  Reilly said.

This is  the second straight County Council election where Democrats refused to participate in a League of Women Voters debate with the Republican candidates, having refused to participate in 2013 as well.

“The Delco Dems owe an apology to the League of Women Voters who worked to put together tonight’s debate, and they owe an apology to Delaware County voters for their refusal to come clean about their own records,” said Reilly.

Great point, Andy.  The Dems ducking this debate  should disqualify any thinking person from voting for them.

Forgive us for loving the irony though.

The Republican slate is John P. McBlain,  Colleen P. Morrone and
Mike Culp, all of whom are incumbents and not afraid to defend their records.

Election Day is Nov. 3.

The Delaware County Democrat Committee, has confirmed the debate is cancelled.

Delco Dems Duck Debate

Vincent Hughes Part Of Pa. Problem

Vincent Hughes Part Of Pa. Problem. Vincent Hughes is the problem.By Sen. Scott Wagner

This is in response to an email sent out by my Democratic colleague Senator Vincent Hughes (D-7) on Oct. 15 from his official Senate website.

The title of the email was, “Pennsylvania Needs a Budget, So GOP Must Compromise.”

His closing line in the email was “Let them know it’s time to end the political games, and it’s time for them to compromise.”

In my short 18 months in the PA State Senate I continue to be entertained and amused by what Senator Hughes says.

It is important for everyone to know that Senator Hughes has served in the PA Legislature since 1987 – he served in the House from 1987 to 1994, and he has served in the Senate from 1994 to today.

Do you think Senator Hughes has looked in the mirror recently and said to himself, “Wow – I have been in Harrisburg for 28 years – is it possible that I am part of the problem ?”

Do you think Senator Hughes realizes that he has been in Harrisburg for over one-quarter of a century ?

Would you agree that Pennsylvania has a pension crisis?

Does Senator Hughes remember casting his “yes” vote in the Senate on May 8, 2001 for Senate concurrence on House Bill 26 of 2001.

For those who do not know – Senator Hughes “yes” vote increased his own pension by 50 percent, increased other state pension participants by 25 percent, increased his own and others pension multiplier from 2.0 to 2.5, and  the changes he voted “yes” for made his pension changes and others pension changes retroactive back to when he joined the legislature.

In addition, Senator Hughes voted for the infamous midnight pay raise on July 7, 2005 which took place at 2 am without public review or commentary.

Depending on position, the raise increased legislators’ base pay anywhere from 16 percent  to 34 percent.

Senator Hughes continues to beat on the GOP over the current budget impasse.

Several months ago during an appropriations meeting I asked Senator Hughes to respond to the “no bid contracts” that were entered into by the Philadelphia School district that have caused the district to spend approximately $4 Million dollars in legal fees to defend the “no bid contracts”.

I also asked for a response to the “ghost teachers” in the Philadelphia School District who were paid $1.7 Million Dollars in salaries and never stepped foot in the classroom, but in fact were working for the Philadelphia teachers union.

Below are links to each of the news stories referenced above.

No Bid School Contracts Is Costing Millions – http://articles.philly.com/2015-07-20/news/64599372_1_ibs-communications-inc-contractors-eligible-dougherty-case

Philly Ghost Teachers Made $1.7 Million Last Year – http://watchdog.org/213400/philly-ghost-teachers-made-1-7m-last-year/

It seems Senator Vincent Hughes doesn’t want to talk about corruption in the Philadelphia School District – so why should I as a Senator vote for a ridiculous budget when everyone who receives money from Harrisburg should be held accountable first – enough is enough – it is time for accountability and not more money.

How do you feel about the suggestion of accountability?

By the way – I would like to know what Senator Hughes’ annual pension amount will be when he leaves the Senate.

It is time for Senator Vincent Hughes, and many others, to be held accountable for the votes they made in the past which have resulted in the poor financial situation Pennsylvania is in today.

Sen. Wagner represents the 28th District in the Pennsylvania Senate.

Vincent Hughes Part Of Pa. Problem