The Independent-News, Volume 106, Number 42, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 26 March 1981 — Page 4

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- THE INDEPENDENT NEWS - MARCH 26, IWI

| EDITORIALS

INFORMATION LISTED We would like to call attention to the fact that in this issue of “The independent-News" beginning on page 5, we have listed for you the basics of the five proposals submitted to (he Town of Walkerton (and we imagine very similar for North I iberty) by the five companies seeking to get the franchise for cable telesision in many area small towns. First of all. it must be stated to clearify a point, that the public does not say yes or no to cable TV coming into the communitv . . . not directly at least. These five companies are seeking through the governing bodies, such as our town councils, to get the right for the franchise so they will be protected in their efforts and expenses of bringing this service into the community. They are seeking basically, 15 year franchise rights as their costs are great in such a project and they have to be protected in order to make this a profitable operation. It is the town council that must make the decision as to what contract they want to enter into and to permit that firm to come into the town. Some evidently thought this would be a yes or no vote by the people. It will not and there will be no charge to anyone who does not want to use the service. After the franchise is granted, the companies themselves will be responsible for signing up residents for their services. The five proposals offered in this issue basically just outline the proposals, what they have to offer, the costs, etc. It is up to you, the public, now to express your preference to town council as to which one you prefer. In this way you may help them decide what path to follow. Cable television is here to stay. There is no doubt about that and in very recent years this has expanded greatly to include the smaller populated areas where once it was considered prohibitive in price to offer such a service. It actually was started as an antenna service to areas where normal television signals just couldn’t be satisfactorily picked up. From there it has grown and now a lot of options are available. This is what makes it somewhat confusing to a person not really familiar with the service and their charges. Actually, only those interested should express an opinion of what service is preferred. There are various ways other than reading the five proposals to find out a little more, several area cities have the service and people involved have to be the best source of explanation. The track records of two well established companies can be examined without too much trouble, but three of the proposing companies are very new and have little or no previous performance record on which to base the decision. This is the type of fact the town council will have to sort out. Your imput may be a very helpful item in their decision. We personally feel that the local governing units should explore the track records of the established and area companies and direct their considerations in their direction.

VOICE OF THE PEOPLE Expresses Appreciation As the parents of a North Libertx High School student we want to express our appreciation to the Polk I incoln Johnson school board, Mr. Muncie. Mr McNeil, Mr Boise, and all of the John Glenn faculty for the wax thex are preparing the Libertx I ownship students tor their entrance to John Glenn High School next sear The efforts they have put forth to welcome both thr students and their parents has certainly helped to ease the pain that we all feel at the loss of our high school. I hex haxe taken the time to answer any and all questions thus allexiating the apprehension that many were feeling as our school year is starting to wind dou n We also want to thank the North Liberty High School staff for their cooperation as we realize this is a difficult time for them We are vers optimistic that this merger is going to work for the good of all of our students Dwain and Carol W'hitmer North I ibrrtx Attention All NIPSCO (uxlomrn Wow a 13 3 percent rate in crease I hat s what NIPSCO is asking the Publk Service ( ommis sion for— and they will get it if we do not join together and stop them As you know, this increase will not only show up in our monthly bills but also m the products we bus None of us can afford that 1 I he waste and mismanagement of

this Public Service Co. can only reflect its goal of being a successful profit company. There are petitions against the increase in most local stores. They are our only hope of stopping this. If NIPSCO is allowed this increase — where w ill it stop? Please make an effort to save sour money bx signing the petition. We can do it — together. Sign now, we only have two weeks left. For further information or petitions. call . . . Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Noel rrl SAVES LIVES It works! Since 1974 the year the 55MPH speed limit began it s been the biggest factor m reducing highway deaths by more than 36 000 a©

•STRESS CENTER" OPEN HOUSE AT LAPORTE THIS SUNDAY An open house and lour of the newk refurbished and remodeled Stress Center at LaPorte Hospital will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sundav. Mart h 29. "Stress Center", the new name for the seventh floor facility, emphasizes that the purpose of the 22 bed facility is to provide treat ment and care for the psychological and emotional needs, as well as the ph\steal needs of the emotionally disturbed and substance abuse pa tients. During the past several months the facility has been extensively remodeled and refurbished to pro- \ ide attractive and secure sur roundings in two distinct units, one for emotionally disturbed patients and one for substance abuse patients. Separate programs and sen ices are also provided for the two groups of patients, with each receiving individual daily counseling and group treatment care. The substance abuse patients, those with chemical dependencies upon alcohol or drugs, also participate in an accredited Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous group during their inpatient stays and during a transitional care program after release. Stress Center personnel, as well as other hospital officials, have been visiting personnel managers of area industries recently to introduce the facilities and to encourage participation in the therapeutic programs which could be beneficial to their employees suffering from these types of stress related diseases. The Stress Center of LaPorte Hospital is the only inpatient medical facility in LaPorte County licensed to provide care and treatment for emotionally disturbed and substance abuse patients, and as such, is recognized by most insurance carriers. Ihe Stress Center is directed by Chester McClure. M.D.. physician psychiatrist Other members of the staff include Phyllis Daehn, substance abuse counselor, and Elizabeth Swan, occupational ther apist. Janet Carr. R.N.. heads the team of around the clock nurses and nursing assistants who also staff the units. In addition, the services of every other LaPorte Hospital department are available around the clock as they are needed for Stress Center patients, including pastoral care provided bx Rev Harold Kamenz, director, or the clergy associate on call. Within several weeks a psychiatric social worker will be added to the staff Persons wishing more information about the Stress Center programs are invited to attend the open house. Hospital representatives will greet people in the lobby and escort them to the facility, where Dr. McClure and Leigh E. Morns, hospital president, will be available to answer questions. An explanatory brochure about the new Stress Center is available in the hospital lobby, the public library or by calling the office of volunteer and community relations at 326-1234, extension 298. Classifieds Sell Anything And Everything. All of the other planets in our solar system could be placed inside the planet Jupiter. [ TELEPHONE ;l NUMBERS FOR l| ;! LEGISLATORS J ; House Os Representatives ? 1 800-382-9841 ; Senate ;! 1-800-382 9467 {

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