Local Surfer Rescues Decendant of City's Founder From Well

San Clemente, CA (UPI) -- Local surfer Henry Ford rescued a two-year-old girl who spent 27 hours trapped in a deep well. The child, Erin Hanson Carlos Amezcua, great-great-great-great-granddaughter of the City's founder, Ole Hanson (1874-1940), was playing outside her house when she fell more than 40 feet down a man-made well in San Clemente, California.

Henry Ford, a retired lifeguard, excavated earth parallel to the well in order to tunnel through to the child, who had been heard crying earlier in the day. Erin's mother was kept away from the well because of fears that she would become emotional and upset the child, but Ford was constantly talking to Erin to keep her conscious, authorities said.

Hundreds of locals had gathered to watch the rescue operation, with many of them performing prayers for the girl's safety and brewing coffee for Ford, who refused to rest or sleep during the 27 hours ordeal. Local TV showed live pictures of crowds celebrating at the scene, and later at a spontaneous parade on Pico Avenue.

Oxygen was pumped to the young girl during the rescue operation and Henry Ford sent milk and Ho-hos, Erin's favorite treat, down to the child. The rescue effort had to proceed slowly amid fears that the excavation work could cause the well to collapse.

Children in Orange County frequently fall down wells that have been left carelessly uncovered. Earlier this year, a young boy was rescued from a well in nearby San Juan Capistrano.

A picture of Henry Ford surfing a number of years ago is included with this report. Mr. Ford is notoriously shy, and like the classic hero, he doesn't hang around the rescue scene looking for gratitude. Regrettably, calls to his phone were not returned in time to include his thoughts on this rescue or to provide a recent photo.

A NEW WAY OF SURFING APPROPRIATE FOR SAN ONOFRE...

Meet Doc

Meet Doc. He comes to Dog Patch early in the morning to walk for his health. He's full of all kinds of interesting stories. He really enjoys sharing his views of a strict diet (organic foods, no sugar, no added salt, minimal fat) and a daily exercise routine; for which he credits his long healthy life. He makes his own beachwear. I agree his beachwear is different, but he's actually a very nice guy.

Cambodian Deli Opens in San Clemente

I've always heard the rumors of their eating habits, now it is true. Any of you guys missing a Pekinese or Chihuahua?

I swear I've seen this dog at San-O.

Point Crew Bans Bottled Water

Bottled Water is for Pussies!! I've got nothing else to say, but you might want to ask Puttzle.

THE FISHERMAN...

He shoots 'em, kills 'em, then eats the stomach contents.

San-O Daze Man

A skull was found last year along San Onofre Creek. After almost a year of studying the skull, anthropologists have determined that it is the oldest fossil of a human to have ever walked the American Continent. It is older than both Peking Man and Wushan Man. Scientists have named him San-O Daze Man.







It is absolutely imperative that we protect, preserve and pass on this genetic heritage for man and every other living thing in as good a condition as we received it. ~~ David R. Brower

Why He's Always First In Line

Usually arriving at San-O by 4 a.m., it was finally discovered the reason for his obsessive pre-dawn beach inspections. Caught in the act, we now know what's behind his manic-like happiness and 24 hour marathon ukulele playing. What is he really hauling out of San-O in that Step Van of his??? Inquiring minds want to know.

Tubesteak Bares All to San-O Daze

It was further revealed today, by the man himself, that he suffers from a grotesque "Goiter" on his back, neck and jowls. If you have recently visited Mr. Steak's famous Vblog, you will have noticed that he is only exposing his forehead and the top of his head. We at San-O Daze share in his pain and embarassment and wish him only the best. You are in our prayers Steak.

You are such a disappointing pair . . .

"I prayed so hard for you. It saddens and hurts me that the two young boys whom I taught to believe in the Ten Commandments have come back to me as two thieves, with filthy mouths and bad attitudes."
~~ Sister Mary Stigmata

back in the day

Back in the day, we were into aloha and good vibrations, riding waves and living a raw existence, casting aside the theoretical constructs of our parents generation and doing it our way. check out ernies big grin, it says a lot! As a new contributer to sanodaze I'd like to move the conversation backward a few decades and get back to the roots. Hell, I was THERE!!!!!!!!

LIFE STYLES OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS...

Henry Ford hailed as hero in blaze

San Clemente, CA. -- A 59 year old surf legend ran into a burning building and woke up a mother, giving her time to get herself and her baby to safety, Thursday afternoon in San Clemente
About 4 p.m. Monday local surf legend Henry Ford was driving west on Avenida Palizada when he noticed flames shooting out of the roof which was fully engulfed in flames.
Before Henry could even come to a complete stop, he was out the door and rushing to help.
"I thougth quickly and acted even more quickly", Thanks to the quick response of the fire dept. and Henry's selfless actions two children were saved from certain disaster.. "And as i was running into the building I called emergency.’ So I was dialing 911 and running into the house at the same time," Henry said.

Luckily, the front door was open as Henry ran inside and alerted a woman who had just put her daughter down for a nap. Otherwise the young mother may have found out about the fire too late.
After Henry got the woman outside, he kept her cool and asked the woman an important question.
"’Lady is there anyone else in the house?’ And she finally looked at Henry and said, ‘My Children"’ And I thought, ‘Oh my god, there's children in there,’" Henry said.
The mother ran upstairs and got her baby out safely.
Henrys friends aren't hesitating to call him a hero. But Henry was quoted as saying he was only following his instincts.
"I don't think it was that big of a deal that I did that. I mean, I think most people would've done it if they saw a house on fire," Henry said.
Henry relocated to the area about twenty years ago and has been an assett tothe community and is an hailed as a surfing icon from the south bay area. he was recently inducted into the surfing hall of fame. through his generous efforts and selfless act two children have Henry to thank for their lives.

Steak Comes Clean-Admits Handicap

It was learned today that the Steak family for generations has suffered from the dreaded hunchback syndrome.

Tubert von Steak was the first male cursed with this malady and has passed it down genetically to the current generation, our very own Tubesteak. I now feel extremely guilty for teasing Steak about only seeing his forehead on his ever popular Vblog. Soon I fear , we shall only see small wisps of his hair.

PRICELESS!

Top of the line RV with all the bells and whistles: $250,000

Numerous "soft tops", boogie boards, a dozen of Camping Worlds best folding chairs and assorted yuppie crap: $10,000

Brand new traffic cones to reserve your private section of San Onofre: $250

Day use tag: $10.00

Getting busted by Maggie in front of 75 onlookers who previously warned you about parking sideways, slideouts, and awnings while you subsequently snubbed them in the most arrogant tone you could muster: PRICELESS!!!!!!!

Cube Steak Pimping Sano-O Daze

This Cube Steak has gotta go. He is bad mouthing our blog, stealing our names, repeatedly anwers his own posts and is obviously in bed with Henry Ford, The Paskowitz's, Allen Seymour and the Pro Toll Road crowd. To his horror, this weekend he was caught sleeping in BK's van, both of them nestled under one sleeping bag. Perhaps he is only acting as BK's driver and personal assistant but inquiring minds want to know the whole truth. A scoundrel such as he should at least show his entire face while preaching his bile. He can only be described at "Low Tide".

Nice Barrel

Sano daze commenters unfair to surf legends

B.K. is getting his camera ready for the OXBOW world championships at old mans. Colin mcphillips will win and bring home the glory. get your aloha on and welcome the worlds finest surfers and their sponsers to old mans!

Really Working A Sandbar

Sorry, not SanO.

THE URINE SAMPLE CAME OUT CLEAN!

Way to go, BK!

BK is back and he's looking good

Tails of his early demise were premature. BK as he is affectionately known to his friends (I am one) is back on the beach. his time away was beneficial and offered a period of reflection. He has a new outlook on life and is really riding on top of the world! Redemption! is the word I can best describe what has taken place.

San Onofre is what it is because of guy's like Bk and his positive no nonsense outlook on life. He always has time to say hi and discuss his views on the days topics and is a friend to all he meets. Stop by next time you see him and say HI!

Another Shark Attack in North San Diego Today

I got me another tasty surfer today but didn't finish him off. I heard he is gonna make it. There is always next time. Be careful out there.

Is That Who I Think It Is????

You know who was spotted downtown this morning on his way to Sano Mart Liquors.

A MESSAGE TO ALL MAY DAY CELEBRANTS...

SanO Kiosk Funds Embezzled

An early morning raid on a vacant mobile home produced a huge amount of cash that is believed to have been skimmed from the SanO kiosk. An anonymous phone tip led to the under cover investigation. Authorities have estimated the take to be $10,000,000.00, mostly U.S. dollars, however a small amount of Mexican Pesos were also confiscated. No one has come forward to claim the cache. The investigation is ongoing.

lighten up on hank

Henry Ford is a home town hero, shame on all those who besmirch his moral turpitude. Who amongst you is without fault. Who amongst you is qualified to interpret the impact of hanks good works? This man, like everyman should always be given the benefit of any doubt. Why do we villify surf promoters? money is not evil! As a balance to the otherwise slanted view presented here on sanodaze of his character and I must say, enough! I am witness to hanks good works and philanthropic gesture, there is no better man for the good work he does without me, none would know of his selfless service to the future genrations of surfers up and down our coast and across the world.

The New SanO "Fro-Hat"

Now this guy is truly Stylin. Puttzle would look good out in the water with one of these.

FICTION IS STRANGER THEN TRUTH?

Coming soon to a beach near you.

Dog Patch Daddy-O

This hep-cat has been seen lurking about Dog Patch. Some believe he is an undercover Ranger while others think he just might be a Guvernator Plant, sent to seek information on toll road detractors.

Best advice is not to drink alcohol at SanO and watch out what you say at all times.

On My Very Worst Day Ever

Your very best day of surfing will not even come close. Keep it up, I love it.

Senator Boxer's Position On The Toll Road

Senator Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and 26 House representatives have sent a letter to the Commerce Department opposing the Toll Road. You can email Senator Boxer here.

SanO Squirrels Have Rabies

Multiple squirrel attacks on humans at San Onofre have resulted in Orange County Animal Control issuing this statement.

"Stay away from San Onofre until further notice. We are trying to get this deadly outbreak under control".

Hello SanO Surfers

Thought I'd drop by for breakfast in the morning, hope to see you there.

NOT SO SUBLIMINAL MESSAGE...

Senator Feinstein's Position The Toll Road

Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) responded to a letter asking her to help oppose the TCA's plan to put the Toll Road through San Onofre State Park. The letter gives a brief account of the Toll Road's recent history. Although she "welcomed the opportunity to respond," she does not state a position. The Senator's website is also silent as to the Toll Road. She has a section for "issues of concern" to citizens of California, but she doesn't include the 241 Toll Road.

One must be concerned that Feinstein's failure to speak out against the Toll Road going through San Onofre means that she supports it. I called and spoke to her staff. All I get from a staffer (Cody), after he consults with his superiors, is the evasive answer that the Senator is, "of course" doing her "due diligence on any issue that potentially affects the environment," and "there is no other information available." I see. She needs more time. Thirty years of study, evaluations, hearings, etc. is not enough. Shameful. You can email Senator Feinstein here.

BK Gets Early Release

BK is out of the Gray Bar Hotel and on the loose.

Hopefully he learned his lesson this time.

Don't let this be you! Be very careful this weekend. Where will he strike next???

FATAL SHARK ATTACK

In nearby Solana Beach, there has been a fatal shark attack, killing veterinarian and long time resident Dr. Dave Martin. Shark experts are saying that the shark was almost assuredly a great white.

Patriot or Traitor

This photo is worth a 1,000 words. What's your interpretation???

Commerce Department Allows Public Comment On The Toll Road

As the Orange County Register is expected to report tomorrow, you have 30 days, starting Monday, to tell the Commerce Department that you don’t want the 241 Toll Road built through San Onofre State Park. The address for the Commerce Department, which oversees NOAA, is:
Thomas Street, Staff Attorney
Office of General Counsel for Ocean Services
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
1305 East-West Highway, Room 6111
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Surfwise Movie Review

All in all this was a pretty interesting film about a very unconventional family. The kids sure had interesting takes on the old man, some very negative. I watched the movie while eating dinner and could have done without seeing the wrinkly old bare butt of the Doc and his take on his sex life, especially the oral. The visual was just too much for me. This is NOT a surf movie so don't expect that. More of an inside look at an unconvetional/dysfunctional family. Go see it.

Mass Drowning at SanO

Talegan Cult drowning was discovered at SanO this morning. Why did this have to happen and what was the cause?

something to think about before surfing

Beach ban swimmers may face fines
Posted Fri Apr 11, 2008 1:45pm AEST Updated Fri Apr 11, 2008 1:44pm pst
Swimmers could be fined for entering the water at beaches that have been closed after this week's fatal shark attack at San Onofre State Beach
All beaches At San Onofre remain closed after 16-year-old bodyboarder Peter Edmonds was mauled by a shark at the "Point" on Tuesday morning.
Regional lifeguard co-ordinator Douglas Hardone the water is still murky and a large shark has been spotted further north at Trestles surf beach
Mr hardone says warning signs have been erected and people who ignore them risk a fine.
"There's always that possibility [of fines]. It is an absolute last resort," he said.
"Lifeguards have the ability provided to them under the Local Government Act to erect signs and they have the ability to enforce those signs under the act as well and that includes on-the-spot fines."
Mr Edmonds' funeral will be held in San Clemente at Lesnesky, next week.
The San Clemente boy's family has requested there be no media coverage of the service and is asking for its privacy to be respected.
The teenager was bodyboarding about 8:00am (pst) on Tuesday, when a shark bit him twice on the left leg.
Police are planning to recommend Mr Edmond's friend, 16-year-old Brock Curtis-Mathew, for a bravery award for trying to rescue him.
Mr Curtis-Matthew had returned to shore from the popular "Point" surf break, just north of the Old Mans , when he heard his school mate cry out in distress.
He said he saw a large, dark shape in the water but paddled out anyway.
"As I headed toward him, it looked like he was catching a wave and was heading back to shore," he said.
"Then I saw him on his back with his head above the water, then he turned so he was face-down.
"I thought he was only joking, so I went over to him and as I flipped him over, I saw his leg.''
Mr Curtis-Matthew said the water turned red as he saw two large bites on Mr Edmonds' left leg.
He dragged his friend to shore but could not revive him

THE WOMEN OF BK'S VAN...A NIGHTMARE FROM PRISON.

She's got to be an arm wrestling champ with those biceps.

"MURPHY'S LAW"

If you find yourself struggling with loneliness, your not alone.

And yet you are alone, SO very alone!

(for your punishment) "MURPHY'S LAW"

If you want to get to the top,

prepare to kiss a lot of the Bottom!

"MURPHY"S LAW"

When people are free to do as they please,

they usually imitate each other.

"MURPHY'S LAW"

Always remember that you are unique.

Just like everybody else!

"MURPHY'S LAW"

The down side of being better than everyone else is that people

tend to assume you're pretentious!

"MURPHY'S LAW"

The best leaders inspire by example. When thats not an option,

Brute intimidation works pretty well, too!

"MURPHY'S LAW"

For every winner, there are dozens of losers,

odds are your one of them!

"MURPHY'S LAW"

A company that will go the the ends of the earth for its people, will find it can hire them for about 10% of the cost of Americans!

It takes a special woman to love some men.

Craig's List Personal Ad and Reply

THE PERSONAL AD:

What am I doing wrong?
Okay, I'm tired of beating around the bush. I'm a beautiful (spectacularly beautiful) 25 year old girl. I'm articulate and classy.
I'm not from New York . I'm looking to get married to a guy who makes at least half a million a year. I know how that sounds, but keep in mind that a million a year is middle class in New York City, so I don't think I'm overreaching at all.

Are there any guys who make 500K or more on this board? Any wives? Could you send me some tips? I dated a business man who makes average around 200 - 250. But that's where I seem to hit a roadblock. 250,000 won't get me to central park west. I know a woman in my yoga class who was married to an investment banker and lives in Tribeca, and she's not as pretty as I am, nor is she a great genius. So what is she doing right? How do I get to her level?

Here are my questions specifically:

- Where do you single rich men hang out? Give me specifics- bars, restaurants, gyms

-What are you looking for in a mate? Be honest guys, you won't hurt my feelings

-Is there an age range I should be targeting (I'm 25)?

- Why are some of the women living lavish lifestyles on the upper east side so plain? I've seen really 'plain jane' boring types who have nothing to offer married to incredibly wealthy guys. I've seen drop dead gorgeous girls in singles bars in the east village. What's the story there?

- Jobs I should look out for? Everyone knows - lawyer, investment banker, doctor. How much do those guys really make? And where do they hang out? Where do the hedge fund guys hang out?

- How you decide marriage vs. just a girlfriend? I am looking for MARRIAGE ONLY

Please hold your insults - I'm putting myself out there in an honest way. Most beautiful women are superficial; at least I'm being up front about it. I wouldn't be searching for these kind of guys if I wasn't able to match them - in looks, culture, sophistication, and keeping a nice home and hearth.

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"THE FORTUNE COOKIE"

"It could be that the purpose of your life is,

Only to serve as a warning to others"!

Sharks: You Decide

The Register had another story on shark attacks at Orange County Beaches yesterday. They give the opinions of three people: A shark expert, a surfer, and a lifeguard at Huntington Beach.

You have your choice of whom to believe:

1. A scientist who has studied sharks for the last 45 years. He formerly worked for the Smithsonian Institute and the Office of Naval Research. He currently is a great white shark expert on the Shark Research Committee. He says that the teeth marks on the surfboard are those of a 16 to 17 foot great white shark. He says that the great white sharks, and other sharks, are in the waters off Orange County beaches. Further, he says "We have to realize our place in nature. We're subject to the animals that live there. For anyone to assume that couldn't happen, they're foolish."

2. The surfer whose surfboard was bitten. He saw a big shark nearby before the attack, but did not see the shark when it bit the back of his surfboard (while he was on it).

3. A lifeguard who is out of a job if no one comes to the beach because of the sharks. Although he just hauled a Mako shark up onto the same beach, he denies that there are great white sharks in the area. He says the only great whites sharks that he ever heard of nearby were three that hung out at San Onofre. The lifeguard seems unaware that the famous great white shark that was kept at the Monterrey Bay Aquarium a few years ago was caught off Huntington Beach and that another great white was caught right off the Huntington Beach pier just two years ago. The Register's article mentions both of these facts.

Amazing Virtual Pee Experience from Japan

Super Pii Pii Brothers For Nintendo Wii



Product Features:
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Amazing Realistic Pee Fluid Dynamics.
Imported from Japan.
Comes with game disc and Wiimote belt harness.
Includes cross regional boot disc to allow play on US Wii consoles.
Minimal Japanese text makes game easy to understand if you can't read Japanese.
Over 100 different peeing environments with multiple toilet and urinal styles.
Up to two players can compete with dueling pee streams.

Anger in mother nature?

Is it possible mother nature has begun to strike back? HELL YES! with the elevated shark attacks and near fatal encounters. Mankind should be ashamed of himself for killing the environment and hurting the oceans. I am glad people are dying at San Onofre and i hope the state closes the beach Forever!
SHARK ATTACKS SURFER OFF SAN ONOFRE
The Associated PressSan Onofre — A woman was attacked by a shark while surfing off Old mans Saturday, authorities said.The 23 year old Andrea Lynch, was bitten on the rib cage and calf and suffered a laceration, said Mayor Murphy. He was carried toward a parking lot by fellow surfers. An ambulance drove the woman, who was "conscious, alert and smiling", to San Clemente Hospital, Murphy said."There was quite a bit of blood, buts he was entered into the trauma center, so I assume he will be fine," Murphy said.Nursing supervisor Dr. Ralph said the surfer's condition was stable and she would be released Saturday night.The noontime attack happened at the popular surfing spot south of San Clemente. Witnesses told Murphy that the shark was a 17-foot great white. He said there were no signs of the shark in the hours after the bite."I think everybody got out of the water," Murphy said. "He didn't get seconds."Murphy, who was been Mayor for years, said it's the Ninth shark attack at San Onofre this spring. He said a more severe shark attack happened off Dogpatch Beach a few hundred yards south, last winter. Overall... shark attacks have been on the increase