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	Historic Seligman Sundries - Espresso News Your Route 66 Connection January, 2012 Seligman, Arizona U.S.A.

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January 1st, 2012 - Clear with a high of 54 degrees F (12C) and a low of 25 degrees F (-4C).

Happy New Year

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Coffee Facts

It was the Dutch who introduced the coffee plant to the rest of the world. They brought the first coffee plant from Mocha in Yemen to Holland in 1616. The first cultivation of a coffee plant was in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) in 1658.

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A Cup of Joe (U.S. Navy)

Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels, scandalized by reports of drunkenness aboard ship, issued an order in 1919 which banned not only the serving of wine in the wardroom but also any consumption of alcohol aboard ship. Daniels, a teetotaler, decreed that only coffee or tea should be served. This was not a popular order, and the sailors promptly dubbed a cup of coffee
as a "cup of joe."

From 1858 until 1955 the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Army operated their own coffee roasting plants.

2011 in Review

"We have fond memories of the visits and experiences we had with friends in 2011. As they say, "Thanks for the Memories". Enjoy our short video 2011 in Review that includes some scenes from 2011.

Photo pictured on the sidebar was sent to us by Paul and Rosalie (pictured below). Paul and Rosalie are from Holland.
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Enjoy some of our 2011 scenes:
2011 in Review

Route 66 in Guatemala

During our annual coffee plantation visit in Guatemala, we found Route 66 memorabilia adorning the walls in some of the local establishments such as the signage pictured on the right.

Below is a photo of our Route 66 contribution (signage) to our local coffee shop hangout in Guatemala.

Video of our Guatemalan Coffee exploration:

Guatemala Coffee 2011

	"Route 66 Roger" *Roger Naylor*
	Just when you think people don’t make things by hand anymore, Roger Naylor proves them wrong. Roger’s “Made in Arizona” story introduces us to a hat maker, boot maker, Navajo rug weaver and saddle maker. They’re still doing things like they always have and in this day and age, that’s a comfort. It should come as no surprise that you’ll find a couple of these craftspeople right off Route 66, where the old ways are preserved. Made In Arizona Roger's New Year's Resolution: "I resolve to rack up the miles touting my book "Arizona Kicks on Route 66" that will be out in the spring".

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This issue celebrates the 4th birthday of our monthly e-newsletter. We have archived the last 3 years of newsletters on
Route 66 Seligman News

Enjoy the new look of this recently updated website.

http://www.route66seligmannews.com

New Year's Traditions - Auld Lang Syne

(Source - Davina Ajani, RyanSeacrest.com)

Spain - At midnight consume 12 grapes and try to consume all of them by the time the clock stops chiming.

South America - Residents all wear brightly colored underpants.

(red hoping for love, yellow wishing for money).

Denmark - Leap off chairs at midnight.

People throw old dishes on their friends doors.

Philippines - Focus on round things.

Consume round fruits and wear clothing with round shapes.

Germany and Austria - Pour lead using molten lead into a bowl of water. The shape that is formed predicts what is going to happen in the New Year.

England - Tradition says that the first guest on the New Year must be male, carrying gifts for the master of the house.

United States - Gathering with family and friends, fireworks as the New Year begins followed by making New Year's Resolutions.

Beijing 6,381 Miles

A lively group from Shanghai General Motors in China visited in style. Escorted by Jim Conkle, Route 66 TV, they arrived in 14 new Cadillacs. After much needed espresso and many photos, a "tow truck" escort led them out of town to continue their
Route 66 journey.

From Seligman the next stop was the Grand Canyon Caverns Motel Room, where they enjoyed a tour of the world famous Cavern Suite which is 220 feet below ground.

Arizona Centennial

The Arizona Territory became the State of Arizona on February 14th, 1912 (8 years after Seligman Sundries was established).

Achieving statehood brought national attention to a rugged, colorful and fairly undiscovered area of the country. As the 48th entry into the Union, Arizona was sparsely populated -- only 200,000 residents despite its large land mass.

One hundred years later it is home to 6.5 million people.

1904 - Seligman Sundries Established

1912 - Arizona granted Statehood

1926 - Route 66 Designated

Pieces of Time

New years come and new years go,
Pieces of time all in a row.
As we live our life, each second and minute,
We know we’re privileged to have you in it.
Our appreciation never ends
For our greatest blessings: our family and friends.
Happy New Year!
By Joanna Fuchs

Let's Be Careful Out There

"A man cannot be comfortable without his own approval."

Mark Twain

See you next year.

Frank and Lynne

info@seligmansundries.com

928-853-0051

Historic Seligman Sundries Website

Translations to this website now available in French, Italian, German, Spanish Russian, Japanese, Korean and Chinese.

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	Historic Seligman Sundries - Espresso News Your Route 66 Connection February, 2012 Seligman, Arizona U.S.A.

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February 1st, 2012 - Clear with a high of 56 degrees F (13C) and a low of 23 degrees F (-5C).

Happy Valentines Day

Route 66 Valentine Video

Enjoy music on this video by our featured "Elvis Tribute Artist"-

"Arron Philips, on Route 66"

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Coffee Facts

Turkish bridegrooms were once required to make a promise during their wedding ceremonies to always provide their new wives with coffee. If they failed to do so, it was grounds for divorce.

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Thank a Veteran

Patriotism is alive and well in Seligman. As you drive through town, you will see many of the people proudly displaying the flag and using red, white and blue in their decor.

We keep the flag flying and support all of our Veterans, active Military-duty personnel and their families.

President's Day (National Holiday) is February 20th.

February 14th.

Valentines Day

February 14th is Valentine's Day, a popular holiday in the U.S.

One of the earliest Valentines was sent in 1415 AD by Charles, Duke of Orleans, to his wife during his imprisonment in the Tower of London. The card is now preserved in the British Museum.
(Information from holidayspot.com)

Pictured is Arron Philips from The U.K. We await Arron's return visit to Seligman in a few months with his wife.

Enjoy our Valentine video, featuring Arron and some Route 66 friends we've met in Seligman:
Route 66 Valentine Video

	"Route 66 Roger" *Roger Naylor*
	Roger Naylor’s book, Arizona Kicks on Route 66 has shipped to the printer. It will be available before the 2012 Fun Run in early May. Chocked full of humor, travel tips and the history of the Mother Road in Arizona and accompanied by the spectacular photography of Larry Lindahl, this is a must for any traveler’s collection. To find out where to purchase Arizona Kicks on Route 66, or just to keep up with the latest news of our favorite highway, visit Roger’s Route 66 Arizona Facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/route66arizona

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Seligman Sundries History

1904

Throughout time, the Historic Seligman Sundries building has served as a theater, dance hall and a social center in addition to functioning as a trading post and soda fountain.

The building is the oldest commercial structure in town. Additionally, the building bears the distinction of being on the National Register of Historic Places.

	Route 66 Enthusiast
	Jim Conkle is a familiar fixture on Route 66 and is our Route 66 enthusiast of the month. Jim makes it a point to know everyone on "The Route" and share his knowledge of history. He expounds on his interesting stories as he traverses Route 66. We always enjoy Jim's stories and enthusiasm for the preservation of "The Mother Road". Some of Jim's many talents include editor, tour director and TV Host. Tune into Jim at: Route 66 TV

Route 66 Beauties

A frequent visitor to Route 66 is professional photographer, Jillian Danielson. Using many classic Route 66 backdrops, she captures and creates stunning results with her photography. Pictured is one of her models at our soda fountain.

The artistic ability of this talented photographer captures a natural look that is Route 66.

Jillian Danielson Photography