The Independent-News, Volume 103, Number 38, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 23 February 1978 — Page 3

Falcons Drop 65-40 Decision To Argos Team The Argos Dragons, winners of the recent Bi-County Tourney, and a smooth running machine, roared to victory at John Glenn Friday night in a game they never were in trouble in and one that they controlled so dominately there was never any doubt about the outcome. They also played without their leading scorer in making this look so easy as Bill O’Dell was home in bed with the flu. The 65-40 defeat for Glenn was their 15th in 17 starts and this was the final home appearance of the Falcons this season. Argos penetrated the Falcons defense almost at will. Doug Jennings scored first working free for a lay-in. Mike Malone, starting in place of the older O’Dell, hit a pair of free throws and Jeff Stratford, one of five seniors who started for Glenn in this final home game, hit a 19 footer from the circle. Before Glenn could score again. Argos hit four baskets in a row, two lay-ins after steals, another lay-in and an open 11 footer for a 12-2 lead. Stratford hit again, this time a short shot from the lane and Scott Doll added one of two free throws as just under three minutes remained in the first quarter. However, another string of eight Argos points in the remainder of the first quarter made it Argos 20-5 after one period. The string didn't stop here as the Dragons got the first five points of the second period as well increasing their lead to 25-5 before Ed Beasley connected on a short baseline shot. This came with 3:55 showing in the half meaning the Falcons had only scored five points in over 12 minutes. From here they did loosen up and actually outscored Argos for the second quarter 12-11 but Argos had also gone to their bench several times in the first half. The halftime score was 31-17 with Jennings having 12 points, 10 in the opening period to pace the Dragons Stratford opened the second half with a lay-in, getting the Falcons within 12 which was as close as they were from the first period on the rest of the night. Argos came back with four unanswered baskets as Jennings got three of these and center Dale Prochno the other one. Stratford scored from 16 foot on the side, his fifth basket of Glenn’s 21 points, but Jennings came right back with another medium range baseline jumper. Beasley put two free throws in and in the final 2:02 of this period Argos put on a running show that was something to see. blitzing Glenn for 11 points in this time with the dimimtive speedster. Bruce Grossman leading the fast-break for Argos. He scored eight of the points with Don O'Dell getting a three-point play in this streak while Glenn’s only points came on Doll's first basket of the night with 1:32 left in this quarter. Heading into the final stanza it was whopping 52-25 lead for Argos The fourth quarter found little change except for names as Argos coach Phil Weybnght had pulled all his regulars by the six minute mark and Glenn could only stay about even to slightly ahead of the Argos reserves. The final score was all that was in doubt and that ended 65-40. The Dragons were led by Jennings with 10 points, all from the floor. All ten boys shared in the point-making with Grossman also hitting double figures with 14. A 10 point performance by Stratford was the only Falcon effort in double figures. Argo* Reserve* Triumph Also The Argos B-Team made the night a sweep as they handed the Falcon reserve team a 55-48 loss in the preliminary contest.

Box Score Argos fg ft fta p Jennings 10 0 1 2 Mike Malone 12 2 1 Prochno 1340 Grossman 6 2 3 1 O’Dell 4 12 2 Calhoun 113 1 Castle 2 0 10 Mark Malone 10 0 2 Evans 0 2 3 0 Tuttle 0 2 2 3 TOTALS 26 13 21 12 John Glenn Stratford 5 0 0 4 Flaugher 0 0 0 1 Doll 4 12 3 Beasley 12 2 0 La Follette 0 0 0 2 Tuttle 3 12 1 T. Moore 10 0 1 Hardesty 0 0 0 0 Adams 0 0 0 1 Drcessen 0232 Ochs 3 0 0 3 R. Moore 0 0 0 1 TOTALS 17 6 9 19 Score By Quarters Argos 20 31 52 65 John Glenn 5 17 25 40 FUN AFTERNOON AT MILLER’S MERRY MANOR Residents at Miller's Merry Manor Nursing Home were treated to a pleasurable afternoon on Fri day. February 17, when ladies of the Walkerton Woman's Commun-

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ity Club met there. A very short business meeting was held after which Mrs. Robert Bowman, president, greeted members and guests. Everyone joined in singing songs and were accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Ross. Mrs. William Hughes presented a short devotional. A fun afternoon of bingo began with patients winning many lovely prizes. Fresh salad, crackers and coffee was then served to everyone bringing to a close a happy afternoon. Hostesses were Mrs. Ethel Hudelmyer, Adelaide Millard and Mrs. John Turnbull all residents of the home and Mrs. Elsie Elder who substituted as chairman because Mrs. Philip Waldron was unable to attend. BRADEMAS FILES CANDIDACY FOR RE-ELECTION Congressman John Brademas on February 20 announced his candidacy for re-election to the U. S. House of Representatives from Indiana s Third District. Said the Hoosier legislator, “I believe that my experience in the House w ill enable me to continue to work effectively in the interests of the people of Elkhart. LaPorte and St. Joseph Counties. At a time when making government accessible to people and re-

THE INDEPENDENT NEWS - FEBRUARY 23, 1978

sponsive to their needs is a major concern. I hope that my record will merit the continuing support of Democrats. Republicans and independents." THANK YOU The Polk-Lincoln-Johnson Athletic Boosters would like to thank everyone for their support in our recent gasoline project. The winners were Bill Dixon, of South Bend, will receive 100 gallons of gas; K. Harrison, of Mishawaka, will receive 50 gallons of gas and Ray Bowen, of LaPorte, will get 25 gallons of gas. A big Thanks again to everyone. FAMILY DAY ENJOYED Family day was enjoyed last Sunday at Buck's Woods with a hot dog roast over the open fire and riding miles and miles through open fields and beautiful woods by the Drift-Breakers and led by Mr and Mrs. Gene Patrick. Others attending were Mr. and Mrs. Roger Orcutt. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sailer and Mr. and Mrs. Audine Manuel and children. it was a perfect day for riding and we did so enjoy ourselves. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m.

MARTHA CIRCLE MEETS Ihe Martha Circle of the Presbyterian Church met in the living room of the Church on Monday evening, February 20, with 13 members present. Mrs. Gene Gerber, leader, opened the meeting with prayer and then read a devotional entitled "The Highest Honor Roll." She also read "The Legend of St. Valentine." Roll call was answered with "What does Valentine's Dav mean to you?" Mrs. Ruby Snyder, secretary. read the minutes. Mrs. Elizabeth Martin gave the meditation of the Least Coin. Mrs. Norman Hostetler was in charge of our question of the month for our "Hunger Project." Mrs. Richard Shaffer gave the lesson. "Is the rat race worth it?" from the book "Tell It Like It Is.” Refreshments were served by the hostess. Mrs. Norman Hostetler. Knocking the other fellow is a poor way to boost your stock. • ♦ ♦ Corn once grew wild in the highlands of southern Mexi co. The pre Columbian In dians ‘‘tamed it and brought it north where it now satisfies even the most cultivated taste