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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2015
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POP CULTURE SHOCK THERAPY BY DOUG BRATTON
SPECTICKLES
BY BILL ABBOTT
R.F.D.
SALOME’S STARS HOROSCOPE
BY MIKE MARLAND
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A previous
misunderstanding continues to taint the
atmosphere to some extent in the early part
of the week. But cooler heads prevail, and the
situation eases by week’s end.
AMBER WAVES
BY DAVE T. PHIPPS
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) While the
artistic aspect of the Divine Bovine is well-
served this week, that practical side is also
getting the sort of recognition that could lead
to a new and well-deserved opportunity.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) With home-re-
lated matters taking on more importance this
week, now could be the time to make some
long-deferred purchases. But shop carefully
for the best quality at the best price.
THE SPATS
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Congratula-
tions. While that family problem might still
rankle, it should be easing thanks to your
eff orts to calm the waters. Also, a workplace
situation seems to be moving in your favor.
BY JEFF PICKERING
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Th e Big Cat’s
energy levels should be rather high these days,
and you might do well to tackle any tasks that
still need doing. Th is will clear the way for
those upcoming projects.
DOGS OF C-KENNEL
BY MICK & MASON MASTROIANNI
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Some-
one’s criticism might not be as negative as you
perceive. Actually, it could be helpful. Discuss
the matter with your critic, and you both
could learn something valuable.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A
business matter could cause some friction
FLASHBACK
AGAINST THE GRAIN
BY RON THERIEN
among your colleagues. But once again, that
logical mind of yours comes to the rescue.
And the sooner it does, the better!
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21)
Th ere might still be some heated temper fl are-
ups out there. But your sensible self should
advise you to stay out of these situations until
things cool down and calm is restored.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to Decem-
ber 21) Changing your mind could be the
right thing to do if you can’t resolve your
doubts. You might want to discuss the matter
with someone whose advice you trust.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19)
Th e Sea Goat’s merrier side dominates this
week, and this means that, despite your usual
busy schedule, you’ll be able to squeeze in
parties and all sorts of fabulous fun times.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18)
An educational opportunity could lead to
something other than what you had planned.
But keep an open mind, and before you de-
cide to turn it down, check it out.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Th e
Piscean wit and wisdom helps you work
through a situation that might have been
accidentally or even deliberately obscured.
What you unravel could prove to be very
revealing.
BORN THIS WEEK: Loyalty is important
to you. You demand it, but you also give it
generously and lovingly.
BY MICK HARPER
1. Name the group whose debut album was titled “Kissing to Be Clever.”
2. “Lady, Lady, Lady” by Joe Esposito was used in what fi lm?
3. Where is the Broadway memorialized in “Funky Broadway” by Dyke & the Blazers, and
later Wilson Pickett?
4. In which fi lm did Elvis Presley sing “Wooden Heart (Muss I Denn)?”
5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “Th e winter days they last forever, But the week-
ends went by so quick, Went ridin’ around this little country town, We were goin’ nuts, girl,
out in the sticks.”
5. “CHERRY BOMB,” BY JOHN MELLENCAMP (AKA JOHN COUGAR MELLENCAMP) IN 1987.
THE SONG TITLE IS A FICTIONAL NAME FOR A TEEN CLUB IN A NOSTALGIC LOOK BACK
AT MELLENCAMP’S EARLY YEARS IN INDIANA. THE REAL CLUB WAS CALLED THE LAST
EXIT TEEN CLUB.
4. “G.I. BLUES,” IN 1960. PRESLEY PLAYED A SOLDIER SERVING IN GERMANY, HENCE THE
GERMAN LYRICS.
SUDOKU
3. NOT IN NEW YORK CITY. THERE ARE TWO: ONE IN BUFFALO, NEW YORK, WHERE
ARLESTER “DYKE” CHRISTIAN LIVED, AND ONE IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA, WHERE THE
GROUP PLAYED LOCAL CLUBS.
2. “FLASHDANCE,” 1983. THE SOUNDTRACK ALBUM NETTED A FISTFUL OF GRAMMYS.
1. CULTURE CLUB, IN 1982.
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