The Independent-News, Volume 111, Number 47, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 24 April 1986 — Page 7

Happiness Is Mary Jo Singleton Mary Boise Wilma Huizenga Lorraine Perkins Kim Price Judy Mercer WORKING CONCESSIONS AT OUR TWO HOME J.G. TRACK MEETS THANK YOU NANCY Happiness Is SOMEONE Returning The 4xß Signboard j TAKEN FROM THE J.G.H.S. TENNIS COURTS Contact Superintendent Or J.G.H.S. Office With Information I K Happiness Is | THANKING Sue Dittmar Myra Kaser Nancy Fischer I Paula Limerick Barbara Eastburn Kay Lambert Linda Paul Don Fortlander And Musicians Cafeteria Cooks Student Council Student Body FOR ALL YOUR HELP BEFORE, DURING & AFTER NCA WEEK AT NORTH LIBERTY SCHOOL MARTHA CIRCLE MEETS The Martha Circle of the Presbyterian Church met in the living room of the church on Tuesday evening, April 15, with 13 members present. Mrs. Gene Gerber, leader, opened the meeting by reading a poem entitled “The Destiny of Three Trees" by Rose McOamont. She then read a prayer poem from Ideals entitled "An Easter Prayer" by Charles Towne. Roll call was answered with “What is the biggest ‘fool thing’ someone did to you?" Mrs. Ruby Snyder, secretary, read the minutes. Mrs. Elizabeth Martin gave the meditation of the Least Coin. Mrs. Allan Eddinger was in charge of our question of the month for our “Hunger Project". Mrs. Gerber gave the lesson on Bath sheba — Mother of Solomon, from the book, “All The Women Os The Bible". She then closed the meeting with prayer. Refreshments were served by the hostess, Mrs. Lucile Ward, with Mrs. Allan Eddinger assisting.

NIPSCO INSTALLS HOTLINE TO REPORT ENERGY THEFT Northern Indiana Public Service Company is implementing a hotline which customers may use to report known or suspected meter tampering or energy theft. “Energy theft is a dangerous crime that can result in electrical shock, electrocution, or fire", noted Herman Kerr, acting director of security at NIPSCO. “The person who tampers with meters or gas lines puts many innocent people in jeopardy", Kerr added. The energy thief is really robbing us all as ultimately losses are passed on to paying customers through higher prices. If you know or suspect cases of meter tampering, theft or unlawful reconnection of utility service, please report it in confidence by calling the 24-hour, toll-free HOTLINE at 1-800-548-3401. NAOMI CIRCLE MEETS The Naomi Circle of the Walkerton United Methodist Church met on Tuesday, April 15, at the home of Mrs. Goldie Chapman. Ten members and one guest, Mrs. Hazel Kaiser, were present. Alice Huhnke, chairperson, called the meeting to order and read a prayer poem, "Lord", by Gloria Temms. The mother and daughter banquet will be held on May 15, at the Presbyterian Church. Devotions were given by Pauline Knowlton and she read the 91st Psalm and an article “Empty Promises”, from Unity Magazine. The lesson was given by Martha Young using “Why Don’t We”, from Guidepost magazine. Refreshments were served by the hostess. INDIANA’S YOUTH INVITED TO CREATE A PICTURE FOR STATE FAIR CONTEST Indiana's youth are being invited to create a picture of their favorite thing about the Indiana State Fair in a contest being sponsored by the Indiana State Fair Board and WRTV-Channel 6, Indianapolis. A variety of materials may be used in the contest: paints, water colors, charcoal, pen and ink, colored pencils, fabric, paper and crayons. The pictures will be judged prior to the opening of the Fair, with the top 10 finalists in each of five age categories being displayed in the Lincoln Theatre during the 1986 Indiana State Fair, August 13-24. The winners will be recognized in a ceremony at the Fairgrounds on Friday, August 15. Judges will include representatives of the Indiana State Fair Board, WRTV-Channel 6, and the professional art field. The entry deadline is July I, and entry guidelines are available from County Extension Offices and the Publicity Office, Indiana State Fair, 1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46205-2869. EUROPEAN TOUR SLATED FOR SUMMER OF 1986 Ancilla College is providing an opportunity for students and other area adults to participate in a foreign-travel-study program in Europe for the summer of 1986. The dates for the travel are July 2 - July 23. 1986. The 21-day study tour will include travel to London, Paris, the Swiss Alps, Florence, Rome, Pompeii and the beautiful island of Capri. The tour ends with a tourcruise of the Greek Islands and visits to some of the costal cities of Greece. Sponsored through the American Council for International Study, the program includes air transportation to and from Europe, bus travel, most meals and lodging at good hotels with private baths for a very reasonable sum. Qualified travel guides and couriers, as well as an established supersaver fee are all a part of the Council’s benefits. Graduating seniors and interested adults may call Sister Angeleno at Ancilla College,

936-8898, or 936-9936 on off hours and weekends. There are still openings for this tour so please call for additional information. YOU AND YOUR PET DEAR DR. WISE: Many things that I learned about animals from “old-wives-tales” have proven to be untrue. My veterinarian has set me straight on several of these old myths. What are some common animal myths?” ANSWER: Several animal myths exist, but I will try to disclaim a few of the most popular: A spayed or neutered animal will become overweight. Not necessarily true. The owner of any pet must be responsible for the well being of his or her pet. That includes regulating the pet's diet and providing plenty of exercise. With common sense care of their animal, the pet will be just as slim and active and quite a bit healthier. Animals will eat what they need to balance their own diet. Not true. Animals will eat what they like, Often this leads to diets that are so unbalanced that nutritional disease becomes a problem. Animals need a variety of foods. As long as the diet is wellbalanced to start with, there is no need to vary the diet. Providing several different types of foods only reinforces the finicky eater. Select a well-balanced pet food and stick with it. Booster vaccinations are not necessary if the pet had its “puppy shots or kitten shots”. Yearly boosters are necessary to maintain protection against the several diseases included in the vaccines. Boosters are especially important in older pets because their resistence to disease decreases. If my dog scoots or rubs his tail, he has worms. Not always true. Tapeworms may cause scooting, but anal glands, allergies or other problems may exist. Take a stool sample to be checked for worms, and have your pet examined by your veterinarian. A female dog should have one litter before she is spayed. The feeling that a female that has had a litter will have a better personality is not borne out in fact. Additionally, there are health benefits in early neutering. Spaying a dog before she becomes into heat will virtually eliminate breast cancer and, of course, uterine infections. A spayed pet will not have maternal longings since the hormonal influences have been removed. A spayed animal may be a more devoted pet because her attention will not be divided between puppies and people. If a dog misses one meal, he must be ill. Not always true. Wild canines often only eat every three of four days. If your pet misses one or two meals but appears healthy in every other respect, don’t panic. If he or she acts sick and misses a meal, that is another matter. Then you should seek professional help. If I use a Once-A-Month wormer sold at grocery stores, my pet won’t have worms. Not true. Piperazine, the ingredient of most over-the-counter wormers, is only effective against roundworms, and not the more hookworms, whipworms or tapeworms. It is more effective to have your animals tested and treated for the specific types of worms by your veterinarian. (Provided as a public service by the Indiana Veterinary Medical Association. If you have a question about your pet’s health, send it to Dr. John Wise, 1503 E. Riverside Dr., Indianapolis, Indiana 46202-2097.) Use our classifieds — only $1.50.

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Oscar trash awards were issued at the Potato Creek Clean up last Friday, April 18. The Urey Voyager students (shown from left to right holding awards) who collected the most trash were Dustie Rhodes and Craig Ross. The most unusual trash award went to Jamie Arce who found a quilt and an ice fishing shanty. Sixteen Voyager Cub members hiked the trails, woods, beach and fishing areas in search of trash. The trash patrol included Jamie Arce, Kristen Braun, Edgardo DeLeon, Alice Dolph, Tera

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Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Johnson, Walkerton, would like to announce the marriage of their daughter. Marilou, to Mr. Douglas Dickson. The birde and groom were married on October 23, 1985, in a civil ceremony in Monterey, California. The couple renewed their vows in a church ceremony at the Christian Church, Harrisburg. Oregon, on December 22, 1985. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Dickson, Harrisburg, Oregon, are the parents of the groom. Jeanie Johnson, Walkerton, sister of the bride, was maid of honor and bridesmaids were Cathy Johnson, sister of the bride, and Beth Dickson, sister-in-law of the groom. They are now residing in Mon-

Hill, John Johnson, Tricia Kerchkove, Brandon Northam, Dustie Rhodes, Lisa Robinson, Craig Ross, Jimmy Seiders, Catherine Sickman, Wade Snodgrass, Becky Webb and Jon Wiegand. Students gathered lots of empty beer and pop cans and bottles, and an assortment of trash which included shoes, fishing tackle, cigarette butts, empty food wrappers, towels, film cartridges, socks, hats. This outing was used to emphasize the impact of trash on our environment and the importance of low impact hiking and camping.

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