The Independent-News, Volume 108, Number 11, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 19 August 1982 — Page 4

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- THE INDEPENDENT NEWS - AUGUST 19, 1982

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IT’S THAT TIME AGAIN . . . BUT SHOULDN’T BE It’s that time of year again when school is ready to start but the John Glenn School Corporation is not ready for the time to be here. Teachers are scheduled to report Monday, students for a half-day Tuesday, and classes are to begin on a full-time basis Wednesday. That is not so unusual anymore, as no longer does one wait until Labor Day to think school, it usually begins one to two weeks prior, depending on just how early or late Labor Day falls. The sad part this year is that the John Glenn High School in particular is not ready for the start of classes. Much work remains on both the high school and the North Liberty Elementary/Middle School building, but by no means is the high school, in particular, ready to accept students where they will have decent conditions to hold classes in any kind of orderly fashion conducive to good education. The school year, over the past few years, has been stretched out to about two more weeks than used to be the case. There are so many days off written into a school calendar, that in order to get that 175 required days of student attendance, they must start well in advance of Labor Day. And yet this year with the calendar showing 40 weeks between Labor Day and Memorial Day, they still can’t work in that 175 days without extending the school session outside that time period. This would be a good year for an exception to be made. If the construction were given two more weeks, and the schedule adjusted accordingly, there could be a lot better facilities ready and waiting for the students and teachers alike. However, this is talking in the past and certainly won’t happen. But again it is the students who suffer, the ones who are supposed to be benefiting from good facilities and given the best possible education they can be offered. Anyone who has at one time or another, had to work or live through construction and confusion, knows what we mean. Nothing more need be said. And add to the already too tight of schedule to get the buildings ready, the fiasco that happened at the high school on Saturday, August 7, just adds to the problem. Several inches of water flooded many parts of the building because, through negligence a large section was left uncovered and open and when the heavy rains came, so did the surface water to cause thousands and thousands of dollars of damage. If this negligence in any way, shape of form costs the taxpayers a cent, it is time the School Board takes some drastic action to straighten up such shortcomings. An act of God causing damage in a natural way is one thing, but the failure of man to do his job right is another. Those responsible for the damage must also carry the responsibility of making it right, which in this case will include a new gym floor among other damage done. School time is here, but as stated before, some of our schools are certainly not ready for it to be here at this time. BF^EMEMBEBj^SI WHEN... (Mcr Rrooi 13* Pgs Of'

1972 The football jamboree will be held at New Prairie on Friday night, August 25 with John Glenn, Michigan City Rogers and South Central participating along with New Prairie. At the market blade cut chuck roasts were selling for 59 cents a pound; swiss steak at $1.19; round tip roast at $1.19; rump roast at $1.29 a pound; bacon at 79 cents a pound; slicing bologna at 99 cents a pound; smoked sausage at 89 cents a pound; a pound of butter at 59 cents; 16 ounce size of cheese whiz at 79 cents; four dozen eggs for $1.00; a half gallon of buttermilk at 39 cents; cantaloupe at 39 cents each; mushrooms at 89 cents a pound; three pounds of grapes for $1.00; a three pound can of Swiftning for 69 cents; three pound can of Chase and Sanborn coffee for $1.99; six 12 ounce cans of 7-Up foe 59 cents; and a 38 ounce bottle of Wesson oil for 79 cents. The PU Schools will start on Wednesday, September 6 at 8:15 a.m. in the respective buildings with students attending classes the entire day. Book rental charges art as follows: Kindergarten, $5.00, grades 1-3, $15.00; grades 45; sl2 00; bth grade, $16.00, 7th grade, $lB 00; Bth grade at $19.00; and high school students will be charged $1.75 per credit plus fees.

Student insurance is $2.50. 1952 The Walkerton Merchants advertising bulletin, which put out its first issue in July, under the heading “You Name It” will make its second appearance the latter part of August all dressed up with a new $50.00 name. The name contest dosed last week and a committee has been working with the 109 entries sent in by interested parties and the new name will soon be selected with the winner to be awarded $50.00 in cash. The Walkerton-Lincoln Township Schools will open for registration and enrollment on Tuesday, September 2. 1942 Notification of Presidential approval of an estimated $19,600 war public works waterworks improvement at Walkerton, was received by telegram on Saturday, from Congressman Robert A. Grant, at Washington, D.C. The project, construction of which is subject to the obtaining of effective priorities for materials will provide additions to an existing waterworks system, consisting of a well with pumping equipment and distribution mains. The proposed project, to be completely constructed by federal funds under the provisions of the Lanham Act, will serve a 200-fami-ly defense housing project. 12

dormitories and a trailer park, it was announced. A large barn belonging to Russell Naragon in Liberty Township, was struck by lightning during the storm last Friday morning and was completely destroyed by the fire which resulted from the stroke. Destroyed with the barn were large quantities of hay and grain, including two large corn cribs. The garage was also burned. Mr. Naragon succeeded in getting the livestock out of the barn. Schools in Walkerton will open Monday. August 31. according to Supt. John M. Sellers. This is earlier than usual due to the fact that high schools all over the county are stepping up their schedules to conform to those of colleges which have gone to the three semester year. VOICE OF THE PEOPLE School Board Kills John Glenn Falcon (Or How Do You Fire A Volunteer) If you have ever wondered why the majority of people will not become involved in school projects or community affairs, this is one very good example. On Wednesday. August 4, 1982, Hal Muncie, Superintendent of Schools made a phone call to Paula Patterson (the now former. John Glenn Falcon) and announced the school board voted to retire the mascot. The explanation as to why was “the board wants complete control over the school mascot and they think it should be a student". Paula states that she had no know - ledge of every being out of control. At no time was their any indication of any complaints or problems. At the board meeting, one question was directed to Rodger Smith, high school principle, something close to: “Do you want complete control?” The answer was yes. but he added that there was no problems with the present situation. He had had no complaints or problems in the past. Mr. Smith further expressed the knowledge that a student does not have enough time to make this successful. There was a quick, well planned, vote and the John Glenn Falcon was dead in one swift blow . How strange this decision and others have been deleted from the copy given the local newspaper in Walkerton. Maybe they think it’s not necessary to tell the public everything that happens in the school board meetings. In questioning school officials, coaches, teachers, band boosters, athletic boosters and general public there have been no problems and no complaints. When confronted with questions the answers are well rehearsed and it’s always the same, “It’s the board’s decision” (as if God had made it) or simply we want complete control. Later investigation proved that the idea originated only with the board and no outside forces made this suggestion. The John Glenn Falcon was strictly a volunteer contribution by Jim and Paula Patterson whose purpose was to help a sagging school spirit, and hopefully increase attendance at all ball games. If the fans had more fun, that was extra bonus. The idea was their own, they endured all expenses, approximately SIOO.OO for costume and one skit cost $60.00 to only mention one of several elaborate skits. They never asked the school board for help or money, nothing! • I have one question for the school board — WHY? — The replies given contain no justifiable reasons for the quick and immediate dismissal! No recommendation or questions were ever directed to Paula about any dissatisfaction on I the part of the board. I guess that’s how you fire a volunteer, Off With Her Head! Too bad seven people have the power to

destroy a good thing which was enjoyed and appreciated by so many loval fans. If anyone wants to express your opinion or concern, be sure to call or write your favorite school board member. Jack Ryan president.

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