The Independent-News, Volume 106, Number 20, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 23 October 1980 — Page 4

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- THE INDEPENDENT NEWS - OCTOBER 23. 1980

EDITORIALS

IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN! Although most of Indiana remains on the same time all year round, this Sunday is the day that almost all of the country changes their clocks to standard times from daylight savings times. With the exception of the extreme northwest and southwest corners of Indiana, the state remains officially on Eastern Standard Time 12 months a year. The last Sunday in October is the date chosen to move the clocks forward an hour and the last Sunday in April they go the other way to give more sunlight in the evening hours. The merit of this has often been questioned, but that is the way it operates for just about everyone. Locally we are affected quite a bit even though we do not change time. Our neighbors to the west and southwest, LaPorte and Starke Counties, along with the Calumet region, will move their clocks with Chicago. This will make them an hour behind us for six months, making the inconvenience of being on different time zones for all those concerned with both areas. Also, another change is the television and radio program schedules. We will, after Sunday morning, be with New York instead of Chicago. This means our local program schedule will be one hour later, with network shows being on the same time as New York and nighttime news coming on at 11:00 p.m. instead of the usual ten o’clock. Even though it has been with us for years and is now basically set to remain this way, it still is an inconvenience to be in different time zones for six month periods even though we do not change at all. However, we again this year will live with it like we have before and only hope that someday, maybe the problem can be worked out where our ties remain with the midwest year round instead of the east coast for six months out of every year. OFFER ALWAYS STANDS It is noted that at last night’s PLJ School Board meeting, the board was to receive the report concerning the possible merger of Liberty Township with the PLJ School system. It was also publicized elsewhere that this would be studied, an opinion poll would be taken and a decision made on the matter at a later date, possibly November 18 at the regular board meeting. We just want to reassure the board that our paper, “The Independent-News’’, is still making available what space it may need to pass the full information along to the public. If they are seeking public opinion on this matter and want the people to be completely aware of the pros and cons, they should pass this information on to the people more completely than just a public meeting that has been set for Thursday, November 13. We want to cooperate to the fullest extent in this situation and hope the board will recognize this fact and accept our offer to help get the complete word out. This can be one of the most important decisions ever made in regards to future education and taxes in this area, two phases that affect almost everyone in one way or the other. WHEN— JX-' (Taken From The Files Os The Independent-News)

1975 I he John Glenn Falcons returned to winning ways Friday night after dropping four games in a row . to win a big homecoming victors over South Central on a chilly, winds night that found only the enthusiasm and spirit of the occas ion warm with the 33-6 victors. The Town of Walkerton Halloween Parts for the children will be held on Thursday. October 30. at the Walkerton Elementary School. The march of the ghosts and goblins will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the fire station and proceed to the school. I he Koontz Lake Lioncttes. with the cooperation of local merchants, will sponsor a Halloween costume party for the children of the communits on Fridas evening, October 31 at the fire station Ihe trick or treat night set in North 1 iberts will be on Thursday. October 30. from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for the i hildren. I his Is Ms ( ountrs". has been selected as the theme for the Ws Junior Miss competition here 1970 Ihe I res Yearbook staff held a contest among the students and faculty to select a permanent name

for the annual. Over 50 suggestions were submitted and five names were selected as finalists. The five voted on by the students were Panther Tales. Panther Potpourri. Panther Annual. The Urey Review and the winning name. United Panthers, submitted by Joan Prueter. a seventh grader. This Sunday, the last Sunday in October, is the day to move the clocks once again as the time will revert to Standard Time. No change will be made in Indiana in relationship to each other in the state as the majority, now on Eastern Standard Daylight Time will revert to Eastern Standard and the rest will switch with Chicago from Central Daylight to Central Standard. At the market a shank half or whole ham. at 59 cents a pound; tenter tut chuck roast at 69 cents a pound; swiss steak at 89 cents a pound; boneless beef stew meat at 89 cents a pound; braunschweiger at 59 cents a pound; Eckrich smoked sausage at 99 cents a pound, tenter cut ham slices at 99 cents a pound; 20 pounds of Michigan potatoes for 89 cents; cabbage at Bcents8 cents a pound, an 8 meh frozen pumpkin pic for 49 cents; a gallon of lie milk for 89 cents; a 25 pound

bag of Vet’s dog food at $2.39 and a 14 ounce can of Johnson lemon pledge for SI. 19. 1965 1 he Board of School I rustees of the Polk lim oln Johnson School Corporation arc still trving to find a site for the district’s new high sch«x»l. I he North I iberty cross country team won their third trophy of the season by placing second in the II team Triton Invitational last Friday. This is the most beautiful season of the year. The Indian summer provides not only pleasant weather, but vivid colors and the most beautiful season of the year. In a few days. Halloween will summon boys and girls to the streets of Walkerton to show off their newly acquired personalities of ghosts, goblins and spacemen. I he youth of the EUB and Methodist churches will not be collecting for themselves, but to help the world's needy children. I hey will be collecting for UNICEF. 1960 I he Walkerton Chamber of Commerce has announced that Saturday. October 28 will be the official trick or treat night in Walkerton This is a new practice they are trying this year to avoid the trouble and bother that can be had with kids of this very young age running around the town for several nights. It is open house now for the ’‘sidewalk engineers" in Walkerton as the busy hum of activity on the corner of Van Buren and Illinois Streets, here, has attracted a lot of attention as work has really started in a hurry on the building that will house the new post office. At the market a two pound can of Hill's Brothers coffee was selling for $1.19; 12 to 14 pound average hams at 49 cents a pound; chuck roast at 49 cents a pound; short ribs at 39 cents a pound; beef stew meat at 79 cents a pound; Nestles quik at 39 cents a box; a pound of bologna for 39 cents and a pound of liver sausage for 45 cents. 1955 Walkerton and North Liberty teachers w ill attend the annual convention in South Bend of Indianapolis on Thursday and Friday with the schools being closed for Teacher’s Institute. The North Liberty Women’s Club attended traffic court on Friday. That morning they found people in most cases have been in fairly decent behavior. Golly Ned. here it is Thursday and there are still four more days left until I can go to the annual Halloween Festival at the Liberty School. I’m about set. though, just a few more rips and tears in my pirate costume and I’ll be sure to win the costume contest. With fall upon us and the calendar showing the last few days of October, thoughts become seriously attracted again to the subject of basketball. November Ist is the official start date set by the IHSAA. 1950 The Walkerton Band Parents Association is planning an Amateur Show Program to be held on November 10 at 8:00 p.m. in the high school gym. Any amateur talent, young or old, is welcome to participate with the exception of baton twirlers. There will be lots of spooks and goblins afoot next Tuesday evening w hen, he kiddies of the community march in a Halloween Parade and compete for cash prizes. I heir real birthday is on October 28and it will be 37 years old — the LaFeber and Son Supermarket. Some of the specials are Bisquick, giant box, 37 cents; Maxwell House and Chase & Sanborn coffee at 83 cents a pound; 10 pounds of flour for 8^ cents; 10 pounds of sugar at 95 cents; a quart of ammonia at 10 cents; three pound can of Swiftning at 79 cents; a pound can of salmon for 44 cents; hams at 53 cents a pound; Vvlvecta cheese, two pounds for 73 cents; and three cans of ( ampbell’s tomato soup for 29 cents

VOICE OF THE PEOPLE Once again "The IndependentNews" would like to state their policy on Voice of the People articles. We will not accept and publish an unsigned article. Recently we have received a few annonymous articles which, regardless of how we feel or how timely the article is. we will not publish due to the fact we do not know the source of the article. We will withhold the name bv request, and the submitting person will remain confidential. However. we. as almost any newspaper of any size anv place, must be informed of who is submitting the article. If vou have submitted one rcccntlv and want it to run. we have the articles submitted and a phone call or note identifying the writer and the article will see that it is used. We must add we reserve the right to accept or reject any or all of an article if it in anyway could be considered liable or of questionable matter in our opinion. Walkerton. A Nice Place To Live! That is w hat the sign says. Have you ever thought about who makes Walkerton such a nice place? I here are several organizations and people. One group of men is the Walkerton Volunteer Eire Department. At least they make Walkerton a safer place to live. This organization was 100 years old. October 19th, a time for celebration. The fire station and the firefighting equipment sparkled. Pride could be felt throughout. The whole town was invited. There were several State Fire officials in attendance who came over 200 miles to say Happy Birthday. Their attendance was appreciated and acknowledged But how much nicer and heart lifting it would have been to sec all of Walkerton turn out to say Best Wishes, and Thank You to the men who do so much to make our lives safer. These days, we hear so much talk about civic pride or the lack of it. Well, the citizens of Walkerton have proven their lack of pride or concern for the men who are ready, at a moment’s notice, to save vour home, your business, your children’s school, perhaps even your life. I hey don't ask for much in return, and it's a good thing’ Let's hope these men never lack pride and concern for the job they do. I hey arc. in my opinion, the real "Hometown Heroes"! Again, to those well wishers in attendance. Thank You! To those who weren’t, you missed a verv nice celebration. Donna Shirk We would like to congratulate the Walketon Volunteer Firemen on their 100th anniversary. The trucks and equipment were all polished as well as the station house. The firmen and their wives gleamed as they greeted their guests and served refreshments. We especially appreciated the photos. clippings and scrap books that were on display . The many state officials that attended also showed their support to these dedicated men. We who have needed these men and their equipment on a moment’s notice, special holidays, and yes, even all night, say "Thank You". Pauline Ji Ed Klopfenstein Although 1 was asked not to write this letter, the more I thought about it the more I felt something had to be said. Sunday . October 19. your Volun teer Fire Dept, celebrated 1 (X) years of dedicated service to their community with an open house. I he public was invited to come and enjoy the refreshments and sec what the Fire Dept, is really like as

well as meet some of the men win serve vou. They had looked bn ward to this day for many months but unfortunately if it hadn’t bev for State Fire Officials and a ham! ful of thoughtful people, it woul have been a w aste of time. I have lived in Walkerton all m life and have been proud of it. bin Sunday I experienced a lot of mix< feelings. At first I was angry. th< verv disappointed and even sad. | is truly a shame when a State Fir, Marshall can come all the wav frop Indianapolis, but not one of Walk erton's boards or clubs could tak 10 minutes to stop in or send letter of recognition. Jack Ri/< ; was the onlv Town Board membi that came and the John Sma Agency was the only one to sen flowers. Where were all the rest <■• vou, especially those of you wh have needed the firemen somctim in vour life’* I really hope Walk erton isn’t becoming callused an hard w ith no felling like some of th big cities. These men are readv to risk ther lives for vou. vour family, vour home or business anv time of night or dav not to mention all the oth< r communitv services they do such a the Easter Egg Hunt. July 4th fin works, tornado watches, school fin drills, fund raisers for needed causes and many, many more. They’ll goon serving, answering your call day or night, thanks or n< thanks. Please take the time to find out what a great bunch of guvs they are. Proud To Be A Fireman’s Wife PLJ School Board Sets 2nd Public Meeting Nov. 13 The Polk-Lincoln-Johnson School Board met in regular session on Tuesday evening. H. J. Um baugh, financial consultant forth, school board, presented his fman cial study on the feasibility of Liberty Township merging with Polk-Lincoln-Johnson School Cor poration. The report is not con elusive at this time due to the school board injecting some addi tional areas to be surveyed before the report becomes final. The school board will hold their second public meeting concerning the Lib erty Township merger on Thurs day, November 13. at 7:30 p.m. in the John Glenn High School audi torium. The financial study con ducted by Umbaugh and Assiki ates will be presented at this tim< along with other information gath cred since the first public meeting on September 16. In other action, the board ex tended the immunization deadline to December I for all students to have their mraxulation record brought up to date. All stu dents are required to be immunized against diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, measles, rubella and poliomyelitis. Dennis Rippy was appointed bv the board as wrestling coach at the high school for the 1980 81 sea son. The next board meeting will be on Luesday. November 4. at 7:00 p.m. in the administration build ing. Happy Ads Only SI.OO IMPORTANT NEWS FOR BACKACHE SUFFERERS’ MOMENTUM" Tablets are 50% stronger than Doan s. Before you take Doans Pills tor muscular backache remember this MUMfNfUM lablets are stronger than ()< an s I hat means M( JMf NI UM gives you 50‘s more pain reliever per dose to 'eheve backache Io reduce pain soothe inflammation so must les loosen you tan move more freely in minutes 1 Theres no stronger b,n kache medication you < an buy with out a prestoption than MOM( MUM latrieds lake only as directed