The Independent-News, Volume 112, Number 27, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 4 December 1986 — Page 4

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- THE INDEPENDENT-NEWS - DECEMBER 4, 1986

EDITORIALS

WHEN HELP IS NEEDED When help is needed, it seems the public always comes to the front. As we head into the holiday season, it is the time when several agencies and organizations have their own ways of helping those in need. Locally, in addition to the annual Salvation Army Kettle Drive, there are several organizations that also come up with help in various forms at the holiday time. Add to this a growing program sponsored by the area churches, the Community Pantry, and you not only have the extra giving and help at Christmas time, but all year round as this program helps those in the area with food supplies on a weekly basis. This Saturday starts the annual kettle drive by the local Salvation Army committee, an organization that works with many civic groups in securing names of those in need, and an effort is made to assist as many of these as possible around the holidays. And this year appears to be no different ... the need is evident as applications continue to come in for assistance from this fund. Add to this the fact that the Community Pantry served over 60 families the week prior to Thanksgiving Day. This, of course, covers a larger area as churches from the surrounding area are participating in this program. However, the heavy load put on the Pantry in recent weeks, has continued the need for staple items that are distributed on Tuesday afternoons in Walkerton. There have been concentrated drives through many organizations and even businesses to keep the supply of staple food items coming. The demand has grown consistently as the program, now in its fourth year, continues to give aid to more and more families all the time. We are fortunate to have so many willing people and organizations in our area who are willing to help. There is no doubt that it is “easier” to help someone around the holidays as one has only to think of someone going “without” to make them realize what a little help can mean. Between the Salvation Army, the American Legion, several other organizations including at least one from the schools, many families will benefit from the help given by you, the public, this year. It is with anticipation that we begin the kettle drive this year and this is only possible with the help of the many volunteers who man the kettles, in Walkerton, North Liberty and other places. We are always pleased to find the cooperation in sometimes rather bad weather conditions, as the volunteers continue to turn out year in and year out to support this drive. With the different groups doing the giving, it is still you, the public, who make it all possible with your kindness and willingness to help those who are a little less fortunate, especially at this time of the year. rSOIEMEMBER’W , WHEN... JiZ/ 1

1981 A toy and tool auction was held by the North Liberty Lions to benefit the North Liberty School, approximately SSOO was made by the sponsoring group. Michael Kochanowski, North Liberty, was officially sworn in as the new Postmaster at North Liberty, on November 10, by John Lawecke, management section center, postmaster of South Bend. 1971 Basketball returned in a big way to John Glenn High School on Friday night as the start of the 1971-72 season featured a good 76-68 victory over Culver Military Academy. Bruce Dayhuff hit 46 points for the evening and John Harness had 10. the First United Presbyterian Church held a farewell dinner on November 21, for Rev. Kenneth Bergner and his wife, Carole, who have served the church for almost three years. Rev. Bergner will serve as assistant pastor at the Presbyterian Church of Roseland, in Chicago, Illinois. 1961 The annual TB drive is under way with Mrs. Denslow Doll, Lincoln Township chairman, this year. The Walkerton Indians topped the New Carlisle Tigers 54-51 Friday evening., At J. B. Williams & Sons, hind quarters of beef were selling for 55 cents a pound; a pound of baby beef liver at 39 cents; bulk sausage at three pounds for $1.00; roiled rib roast at 79 cents a pound; sirloin steak at 75 cents a pound; T-bone steak at 75 cents a pound; spare

ribs at 55 cents a pound and fresh picnics at 29 cents a pound. The Grand Opening of Hershberger’s 5 & 10 was held this week, in Walkerton. 1951 A preview of early entries for the coming 52nd International Livestock Exposition indicates that many top prize winners of last year will return to again compete for a coveted International championship ribbon. The Exposition, greatest livestock and crops competition in the world, opened on November 24 and will run for eight days in the International Amphlitheatre of the Chicago Stock Yards. The Walkerton Public Library is now receiving 50 new books ever two months. 1931 A 1931 Hupmobile 8 sedan, which was found deserted and stripped in the Henry Steele huckleberry marsh, near Koontz Lake, by John Ross, a Grovertown High School senior, has been claimed by the Merchants & Manufacturing Securities Co., of Chicago. The yield of corn is reported at 41.5 bushels per acre, about six bushels above the ten year average. Some damage from the drought in August is apparent along the Illinois line between the Wabash and Kankakee rivers though. Kahoolawe, the eight largest of the Hawaiian Islands, is used for sheep grazing, but there are no permanent inhabitants.

VOICE OF THE PEOPLE “Constructive Criticism” 1 have been a Walkerton resident most of my life. My parents were members of the business community for a number of years. 1 attended, enjoyed and graduated from the Walkerton school system. 1 watch the change go from Walkerton to John Glenn. Being an athlete while in school 1 have watched with interest the ups and downs of sports. I know the hours of training and the years of practice these young men and women are committed to. By the time of graduation many have seven years invested. With the consolidation of schools three teams became one. Competition for a place on the team and coaching of the team is not easy. However, lam not in total agreement with the coaching of the varsity boys basketball team. Watching games and reading the press coverage and seeing the effects on the young men I feel something must be said. When I see a team go to a tourney and win a game against a good team only to loose to an average team in the finals, I have questions. Scholastics and smart basketball go hand in hand. When a young man with good grades plays first five for a while one year and the next year he and another young man don’t go out for the team I wonder why. When I see a close game almost given awav by technicals on a coach and only won by determination of the team and three overtimes. I have questions. This year the varsity coach moved a player who was brought up to play some varsity last year back to junior varsity. The B-team coach took this player and his team to win the first game of the season 75-23 in one of the best coached B-teams I have seen in a while. This year the varsity coach stated he is looking for leadership in the team. He said he needed leadership from returning letter winners. The first game one young man scored 29 points and showed the qualities I thought the coach was looking for. The following is what I read the the LaPorte Herald-Argus: “Not Any Happier”. Despite the win the coach didn't seem any happier., "I don’t know whether it was a typical first game or not”, coach said. “I didn’t think we played very well — too much individual play, not enough team work a lot of mental mistakes, got out-hustled.” The coach said the Falcons were continually in the wrong position against the press. The Glenn coach said the adundance of individual play was a surprise since that hadn’t been a problem in practice. “Our offensive execution was basically nonexistent. It’s like each one was trying to do too much instead of taking care of their own responsibilities and relying on the four other guys.” Glenn was led by senior Roger Spier, 29 points on 11 of 17 from the floor and 7 for 9at the line. I thought the coach wanted leader eship. And this isn't leadership? I wonder if the B-team coach shouldn’t coach varsity and varsity coach B-team? Sorry coach, this is your report card on coaching of young men. A lot of mental mistakes. Out coached. Lack of leadership. Offensive execution basically nonexistent. Where did I read these words before? Oh yes, it was a coach talking about his team. Constructive Criticism (1 hope) From one why has been there “To Basketball Fees” Adults and students who attend the basketball games at John Glenn

High School, as the administration of athletics at John Glenn High School, I am asking that you support the following requests so that we all can promote sportsmanship, and so that we can protect those attending and those playing the game of basketball: 1. No live animals —we are in the people-pleasing business. 2. No bottles or glass containers — we have paper and styrofoam cups available. 3. No jam boxes —we have one of the best “pep bands” in the area. 4. No drinks in the gym —we have a cafeteria available. 5. No smoking in the building — we would like adults to smoke outside. 6. No pass-outs to students — we encourage our students to watch the games or enjoy the concessions in the cafeteria. 7. No possession or use of alcohol — we support the laws of public intoxication and under-age drinking. 8. No loitering in the cafeteria — we have the cafeteria for those eating, drinking, and entering the game. 9. No sitting in reserved seating for our pep club and cheerleaders, our band, and our Crimson Illusion — we encourage all fans to support and enjoy these groups. Richard Kickbush, Athletic Director John Glenn High School CUB SCOUT NEWS Cub Scout Pack 293 held their November pack meeting on Thursday, November 20. at the Tyner Methodist Church. The meeting was highlighted by the annual Turtle Trot Race. Winners of the race were Chris Jacobs, first; Craig Rogge-Hulse, second; and Cory Shively, third. For best design of his turtle was B. J. Morgan, first; Ryan Schmeltz, second; and Craig Rogge-Hulse, third. The judge was Dave Fletcher, of Tyner. The boys received awards following the race and neck slides for participating. Other awards of the evening were three new Bobcats, Quinten Wade, Andrew Malstaff and Danny Mayer. Ryan Schmeltz was presented the Whittling chip card for an achievement in the Bear rank. Summertime awards were presented to six cubs that participated in the activities of the pack. They were B. J. Morgan, Craig RoggeHulse, Jason Roberts, Ryan Schmeltz, Chris Jacob and Cory Shively. Joey Reinhold received his Webelos badge and is now working on his Arrow of Light, the highest rank for a cub scout. The next pack meeting will be held on Thursday, December 18, at 6:30 p.m. Be a defensive driver always! Mammoth Cave, Kentucky's immense series of underground caverns formed by the action of ground water on limestone formations, was reputedly discovered by a hunter in 1799.

Yams ’n Ham ... Special Main Dish Salad TAM ’N HAM SALAD 4 medium North Carolina S tablespoons fresh lemon yam* Juice 1 pound boiled ham H tmspoon salt 1 cup green oeedlem grape*. v , halwa * teaspoon pepper 1 pear, cored and cubed * teaspoon cinnamon K cup honey % teaspoon dry muetard % cup sour cream Lettuce leaves Bake yams In a 350’F. oven for 40 minutes, or boll covered In lightly salted water for 20 minutes, or until Just tender. Cool. Remove peel. Cut yams and ham into H-inch cubes; combine in large bowl with grapes and pear, refrigerate until thoroughly chilled. Combine remaining ingredients in small bowl; pour over yam mixture just before serving, toss lightly. Arrange on platter lined with lettuce leaves. Makes: 6 servings.

Ancilla Announces Second Semester Registration General registration for new students for the second semester term at Ancilla College is scheduled for December 10 and 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. E.ST. Registration for classes to be held at Plymouth and Rochester High Schools can be made at Ancilla on these dates. Ancilla offers a wide variety of courses at convenient times, including evening classes for students working for a degree and those adults who desire cultural enrichment or professional growth. Courses to be offered in the morning are: Appreciation of Art, Drawing 11, Human Physiology, Microbiology, Communication, Mass Communication, General Chemistry II and Qualitive Analysis, Computer Programming in Cobol, Writing I. Studies in Literature 1. History of the U. S. since 1877, World Civilization 11, College Algebra. Business Math. Finite Math. Nutrition. General Psychology. Intro to Sociology, Intermediate and Advanced Typing and Intermediate Shorthand. Afternoon course offerings include: Accounting 11, Basic Design, Business Law, Biological Concepts, General Chemistry, Intro to Data Processing, Wordprocessing I and 11. Macroeconomics. Basic Writing. Developmental Reading. Business Writing. Music Theory I. Intermediate Algebra. Calculus 11. Man & Morality (Ethics). Human Growth and Development. American National Government. Sacraments and Christian Life. Advanced Shorthand and Secretarial Procedures. and Medical Secretarial. Classes in Venture in Chicago, Organ, Chorus and Piano will also be offered. Evening classes to be held at the College are the following: Accounting 11. Intermediate Accounting 11. Astronomy, Intro to Data Processing, Wordprocessing 1 and 11. Cobol 11, Assembly Language Programming, System Designs and Analysis, Writing I, Macroeconomics. Appreciation of Music and Marriage and the Family. Evening classes at Plymouth High School include: Communication, Studies in Literature I. Principles of Marketing and General Psychology. Casses also offered in the evening at Rochester High School are: Business Writing, and Human Growth and Development. Casses begin Monday. January 12. 1987. January sis the last day to register without a SIO.OO late fee. All new students are expected to take placement tests in English, 9:15 a.m. or 8:30 p.m. and Mathematics 11:30 a.m. or 6:45 p.m. E.S.T. on Monday, December 8, 1986 For information about any of these classes, call Ancilla College, at 936-8898 from 8:30 • 5:00 p.m. weekdays. The koala bear may spend several weeks in a single tree.