We have a story in today's (Tuesday's) paper about four Wyoming immigrants who became U.S. citizens in Cody on Friday. Part of their path of naturalization involved taking a 10-question test from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services department, about American history and government.
There are a total 0f 100 possible questions; I picked 10 that I felt were the most difficult. You must get at least six questions right to pass. The answers are hidden below the questions in white text, between parenthesis. Use your mouse to highlight the text and reveal the answers.
1. Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?
(John G. Roberts, Jr.)
2. What are two Cabinet-level positions?
(Secretary of Agriculture, Secretary of Commerce, Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Education, Secretary of Energy, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Secretary of Homeland Security, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Secretary of the Interior, Secretary of Labor, Secretary of State, Secretary of Transportation, Secretary of the Treasury, Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Attorney General, Vice President)
3. There were 13 original states. Name three.
(New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia)
4. Who becomes President of the United States if the President and the Vice-President should die?
(the Speaker of the House of Representatives)
5. Who was President during World War I?
(Woodrow Wilson)
6. The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.
(James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, Publius)
7. Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. What is one power of the federal government?
(to print money, to declare war, to create an army, to make treaties)
8. How many amendments does the Constitution have?
(27)
9. The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
(435)
10. What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
(the Louisiana Territory)
How'd you do? Post your results in the comment section!
The full list of questions can be found on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Web site here.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
Tomorrow's Tribune: 6-30
A peek at tomorrow's Tribune using quotes that didn't make the cut...
“The media portrays things very differently. ... I don't think Africa's all about devastation and hopelessness,” Cody native Faith Model, speaking about her new non-profit, InFocus: ReImagining the World. The group produces short documentary films to inspire change. Read the story behind the effort on the Family page (#13).
“Retirement has taught me that you work just as many hours — you just don't get paid anymore,” Dr. Nick Morris, a retired Powell surgeon, who co-founded Heart Mountain Volunteer Medical Clinic and is now working to duplicate the clinic in Cody. A rundown on page one.
“It was the end of the line for me. I've just had enough,” Powell and state TEA Party organizer David Kellett, talking about the cancellation of some locally planned TEA Party events this weekend. Some more info on County (page 5).
“The media portrays things very differently. ... I don't think Africa's all about devastation and hopelessness,” Cody native Faith Model, speaking about her new non-profit, InFocus: ReImagining the World. The group produces short documentary films to inspire change. Read the story behind the effort on the Family page (#13).
“Retirement has taught me that you work just as many hours — you just don't get paid anymore,” Dr. Nick Morris, a retired Powell surgeon, who co-founded Heart Mountain Volunteer Medical Clinic and is now working to duplicate the clinic in Cody. A rundown on page one.
“It was the end of the line for me. I've just had enough,” Powell and state TEA Party organizer David Kellett, talking about the cancellation of some locally planned TEA Party events this weekend. Some more info on County (page 5).
Friday, June 26, 2009
City workers have late-night blast
If you think Powell's downtown sidewalks have looked a bit spiffier in recent days, there's a reason for that; city of Powell workers have been up late blasting dirt and other gunk out of the cracks.
For the better part of two weeks -- while most sane people slept -- city crews worked from 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. to get the downtown walkways looking spic and span. The annual washing finished up June 18, said public-services manager Gary Butts.
The late hours were chosen because there's a lot fewer folks out and about Bent Street at 3 a.m. Butts noted that blasting a bunch of people and cars with sidewalk sediment wasn't really an option. This late-night photographer tried to keep a safe distance, but still got his shoes and jeans coated with blasted sand.
When I took this 1 a.m. snapshot of equipment operator Fred Marshall on June 11, he was busy wielding the 3,000-psi pressure washer, busting his buns to get the job done.
"Sorry," apologized Marshall, "But I can't stop to talk."
For the better part of two weeks -- while most sane people slept -- city crews worked from 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. to get the downtown walkways looking spic and span. The annual washing finished up June 18, said public-services manager Gary Butts.
The late hours were chosen because there's a lot fewer folks out and about Bent Street at 3 a.m. Butts noted that blasting a bunch of people and cars with sidewalk sediment wasn't really an option. This late-night photographer tried to keep a safe distance, but still got his shoes and jeans coated with blasted sand.
When I took this 1 a.m. snapshot of equipment operator Fred Marshall on June 11, he was busy wielding the 3,000-psi pressure washer, busting his buns to get the job done."Sorry," apologized Marshall, "But I can't stop to talk."
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Law enforcement runs for Special Olympics
Last month, local law enforcement personnel braved the elements to run the Special Olympic torch from Cody to Powell.
The event is conducted annually to help raise funds for the Special Olympics; businesses and individual donors pledge per-mile money.
Around the globe last year, more than 85,000 law enforcement officers helped raise some $34 million for the competitions through torch running.
Due to some communication trouble, the Tribune wasn't able to get photos of this year's local run, but B. Johnson was kind enough to let us use these shots. Above, Powell Police Officer Mike Hall flashes a grin for the camera as he leads the torch into town.
Below (from left), Powell Officer Matt McCaslin, Sheriff's Deputy Roger Dunn, Officers Chad Glick and Chad Miner, Dispatcher Marissa Torczon (with the torch), Police Investigator Dave Brown, and Officers Mike Hall, Brett Lara, Paul Sapp and Matt Brilakis, pose for a finishing snapshot with the flame in front of the Charles E. Lewis Law Enforcement Center.
Deputy Dunn and Powell Police Sgt. Mike Chretien were the chief organizers for the local run, said Powell Police Chief Tim Feathers.
The event is conducted annually to help raise funds for the Special Olympics; businesses and individual donors pledge per-mile money.Around the globe last year, more than 85,000 law enforcement officers helped raise some $34 million for the competitions through torch running.
Due to some communication trouble, the Tribune wasn't able to get photos of this year's local run, but B. Johnson was kind enough to let us use these shots. Above, Powell Police Officer Mike Hall flashes a grin for the camera as he leads the torch into town.
Below (from left), Powell Officer Matt McCaslin, Sheriff's Deputy Roger Dunn, Officers Chad Glick and Chad Miner, Dispatcher Marissa Torczon (with the torch), Police Investigator Dave Brown, and Officers Mike Hall, Brett Lara, Paul Sapp and Matt Brilakis, pose for a finishing snapshot with the flame in front of the Charles E. Lewis Law Enforcement Center.
Deputy Dunn and Powell Police Sgt. Mike Chretien were the chief organizers for the local run, said Powell Police Chief Tim Feathers.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tomorrow's Tribune: 6-25
A sneak peak at tomorrow's Tribune using quotes that didn't make the cut...
“It’s like having the court declare slavery was a bad idea: it doesn’t change anything,” Copperleaf-retained attorney Laurence Stinson, arguing that since the controversial Wapiti subdivision is complete, lawsuits against its creation are irrelevant. The District Court rejected Stinson's argument that the case was moot, but sided with him and Copperleaf on the case's merits. A better explanation and some reactions on page 1.
“I didn't say that.” “I didn't.” “We didn't say that.” Park County Commissioners Tim French, Dave Burke and Bucky Hall disowning responsibility for the ongoing 50-cent per-phone per-month surchage for Enhanced 911 service. Fellow Commissioner Jill Shockley Siggins had mentioned that when she was on the board in 1996, she and other commissioners had said it would be a one-time fee. On Tuesday, Shockley Siggins suggested E911 service be covered under the general county budget this year, but the other commissioners disagreed. Read a bit about what's actually in next year's preliminary budget on page 5.
“Reminiscing, we’d say that a great deal was taken from us, in personal liberty and in material things; but somehow, we feel that we’ve gained something precious from this experience. We don’t know what it is exactly, but we’ll probably find out in three, five, or ten years from now,” Heart Mountain Relocation Center internee John Kitasako, writing in the May 27, 1943 Powell Tribune about his first year of internment as a Japanese American during World War II. Tomorrow, inside the regular Trib, we're putting out our 68-page centennial edition. It's loaded with all kinds of historical facts, stories and information from Powell's past -- from the relocation camp to our schools to early settlers and longtime residents. If you're not a subscriber, pick up a copy at newstands at a special $1.25 price.
“It’s like having the court declare slavery was a bad idea: it doesn’t change anything,” Copperleaf-retained attorney Laurence Stinson, arguing that since the controversial Wapiti subdivision is complete, lawsuits against its creation are irrelevant. The District Court rejected Stinson's argument that the case was moot, but sided with him and Copperleaf on the case's merits. A better explanation and some reactions on page 1.
“I didn't say that.” “I didn't.” “We didn't say that.” Park County Commissioners Tim French, Dave Burke and Bucky Hall disowning responsibility for the ongoing 50-cent per-phone per-month surchage for Enhanced 911 service. Fellow Commissioner Jill Shockley Siggins had mentioned that when she was on the board in 1996, she and other commissioners had said it would be a one-time fee. On Tuesday, Shockley Siggins suggested E911 service be covered under the general county budget this year, but the other commissioners disagreed. Read a bit about what's actually in next year's preliminary budget on page 5.
“Reminiscing, we’d say that a great deal was taken from us, in personal liberty and in material things; but somehow, we feel that we’ve gained something precious from this experience. We don’t know what it is exactly, but we’ll probably find out in three, five, or ten years from now,” Heart Mountain Relocation Center internee John Kitasako, writing in the May 27, 1943 Powell Tribune about his first year of internment as a Japanese American during World War II. Tomorrow, inside the regular Trib, we're putting out our 68-page centennial edition. It's loaded with all kinds of historical facts, stories and information from Powell's past -- from the relocation camp to our schools to early settlers and longtime residents. If you're not a subscriber, pick up a copy at newstands at a special $1.25 price.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Have you lost your cents?
An undisclosed number of pennies were recovered by former Park County Commissioner Marie Fontaine, while she was visiting Powell recently.
Fearing that a local youth lost them, Fontaine entrusted return responsibility upon a reliable Powell Tribune reporter.
It is a heavy load to bear and reporter Gib Mathers was tempted to skip town with his coppery jackpot. However, honesty won the day and the money has been stashed in his safe until the penniless person comes forward to claim their lost coin.
Give Mathers a call at 754-2221 and recount the monetary amount and describe the location of the lost loot.
You’ve got two weeks. After that, penny-pinching Mathers will be painting the town with someone else’s assets.
Fearing that a local youth lost them, Fontaine entrusted return responsibility upon a reliable Powell Tribune reporter.
It is a heavy load to bear and reporter Gib Mathers was tempted to skip town with his coppery jackpot. However, honesty won the day and the money has been stashed in his safe until the penniless person comes forward to claim their lost coin.
Give Mathers a call at 754-2221 and recount the monetary amount and describe the location of the lost loot.
You’ve got two weeks. After that, penny-pinching Mathers will be painting the town with someone else’s assets.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Tomorrow's Tribune: 6-16
A peek at tomorrow's Tribune using quotes that didn't make the final cut...
“I don’t know what it would take to require bureaucrats to work with local governments,” Clara Mae Yetter, Meeteetse Conservation District Chairwoman, voicing frustration with the Shoshone National Forest. The conservation district's appeal of a Shoshone timber sale/vegetation management plan was denied. What happened? Check the County page.
“Are there other, more innovative ways to get people's attention?” Police Chief Tim Feathers, talking about the difficulty of getting Powell residents to lock their car doors and remove their keys from ignition. Some details about a truck stolen this weekend (while unlocked and with keys in ignition) on page 1.
“Would you say I'm an artist, a designer, a craftsman? It's all of the above,” Cody entrepreneur Rich Holstein, promoting his most recent reclamation project -- using old wood from Yellowstone's Mammoth Hotel to create new furniture for the hotel's gift shop. A feature and some pics on page 20.
“I don’t know what it would take to require bureaucrats to work with local governments,” Clara Mae Yetter, Meeteetse Conservation District Chairwoman, voicing frustration with the Shoshone National Forest. The conservation district's appeal of a Shoshone timber sale/vegetation management plan was denied. What happened? Check the County page.
“Are there other, more innovative ways to get people's attention?” Police Chief Tim Feathers, talking about the difficulty of getting Powell residents to lock their car doors and remove their keys from ignition. Some details about a truck stolen this weekend (while unlocked and with keys in ignition) on page 1.
“Would you say I'm an artist, a designer, a craftsman? It's all of the above,” Cody entrepreneur Rich Holstein, promoting his most recent reclamation project -- using old wood from Yellowstone's Mammoth Hotel to create new furniture for the hotel's gift shop. A feature and some pics on page 20.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
'Small' photos and next photo theme: 'Big'
Photographers found inspiration in the petite over the last few weeks and submitted a variety of pictures featuring small subjects. We published a small blossom in Thursday's paper and other shots are posted here.
Our next photo theme is the opposite of small: "Big."
We invite photographers of any age and skill level to submit entries for our photo themes.Please send submissions to web@powelltribune.com. Photos may be submitted as jpegs, tiffs or PSDs. Please include the first and last name of the photographer with entries. For more information about our photo themes, see our blog entry. We'll publish one or two shots in the print edition and post the others on our blog. Please submit photographs that were taken recently.
A small fuzzy kitten with her mother inspired this shot by Donna Wageman of Cody.
A loose strand snagged from a traveler's clothes holds tight to a handrail at the West Thumb Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park. Tribune photographer Kara Bacon spotted this thread.
Small fungi sprout in Yellowstone National Park in this photo taken by Tribune photographer Kara Bacon.
Our next photo theme is the opposite of small: "Big."
We invite photographers of any age and skill level to submit entries for our photo themes.Please send submissions to web@powelltribune.com. Photos may be submitted as jpegs, tiffs or PSDs. Please include the first and last name of the photographer with entries. For more information about our photo themes, see our blog entry. We'll publish one or two shots in the print edition and post the others on our blog. Please submit photographs that were taken recently.
A small fuzzy kitten with her mother inspired this shot by Donna Wageman of Cody.
A loose strand snagged from a traveler's clothes holds tight to a handrail at the West Thumb Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park. Tribune photographer Kara Bacon spotted this thread.
Donna Wageman also submitted this shot, titled "The Small Little Huntress Coming out of Hiding."
Willie Marcus snapped this photo of her neighbor's baby chicks checking out their new world.
Eldon Schmitt of Powell captured a photo of this small chipmunk.
This blossom is minuscule, even compared to a paperclip. Clive Dillon of Powell submitted this shot.
Small fungi sprout in Yellowstone National Park in this photo taken by Tribune photographer Kara Bacon.
Next to a boulder too big to throw, this furry little rockchuck perks up in search of food. He was spotted at Yellowstone National Park by Tribune Managing Editor Tessa Schweigert.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Twister drills Manderson area ranch
On Monday, a tornado touched-down east of Manderson at a ranch owned by James and Rebecca Scott.
Fortunately, no one was injured. See the story in tomorrow’s Tribune.
Justin Scott was in the house with his two brothers when the tornado hit, but kept his cool and moved his siblings to a safer part of the house, said Chris Jones, National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist.
The Scott house was not severely damaged, but there was damage around the ranch yard (pictured at right).
“You will note the fence in the background (top of photo) is laying toward the camera whereas the foreground fence is laying in the opposite direction. Just one example of circulation rather than straight line damage. The metal tub in the photo was moved through the air about 15 to 20 feet from its original location,” Jones said.
The photo was taken by Kevin Lynott of the National Weather Service.
Fortunately, no one was injured. See the story in tomorrow’s Tribune.
Justin Scott was in the house with his two brothers when the tornado hit, but kept his cool and moved his siblings to a safer part of the house, said Chris Jones, National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist.
The Scott house was not severely damaged, but there was damage around the ranch yard (pictured at right).
“You will note the fence in the background (top of photo) is laying toward the camera whereas the foreground fence is laying in the opposite direction. Just one example of circulation rather than straight line damage. The metal tub in the photo was moved through the air about 15 to 20 feet from its original location,” Jones said.
The photo was taken by Kevin Lynott of the National Weather Service.
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