The Independent-News, Volume 114, Number 9, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 28 July 1988 — Page 5

Fund Drive Continues At Koontz Lake The fund drive at Koontz Lake is well underway. The lake has been divided into four sections with Alice Gedgoud, Janice Palkovich, Chuck “Bud” Weinman-and Mahlon Jacob serving as captains for their respective areas for the Koontz Lake Enhancement Program. Working with the captains going house to house explaining the project and collecting funds are the following people: Ed and Jean Burgess, Les and Jan Davison. Mike and Phyllis Dillon, Bill and Laverne Dini. Chet and Mary Stiegal, Lou and Sara Thiesen, Jeff Zehner, Dorothy Kranenburg, Gloria Barko, Robert Bowman, Jim Daley, Robert Whitmer, Joe Martin, Dora Powers, Wayne Burch, Martha Meihl, Herbert and Janet Kleeburg, Ken and Chris Gillies, as well as the Board of Directors who will also be contacting the area businesses. This is a job that nobody cares to do and these people deserve a big “thank you” from all of us for taking time to do the canvassing. Without their help we could not reach the residents of the lake area. We also want to thank all of the contributors who have given to the drive to date. Check this list and the one printed in the last issue of “The Independent-News” and “Walkerton Shopper” to see if your neighbors and friends have donated to the fund drive. If their names do not appear, when you see them, it will help if you remind them of the need to please send in their donation as it will take everyone’s support in order for the drive to be a success. Ihe state and federal government requires the local residents to share the expense of the lake improvements by paying part of the cost of the projects. We must keep in mind that we are improving the value of our homes and businesses as well as the lake itself. An interesting incident happened to one of the canvasers out collecting . . . the lady of the house wanted to contribute but her husband has been ill and had no money in the house. She still believed in the program and went to the children’s piggy bank and gave the $4.06 that was found, to the program. We do appreciate this kind of spirit and hope it will catch on to every resident of Koontz Lake. We can only say “thank you” to these fine people. As stated last week, the range of giving to date is four $1,000; five $500; one $400; one $300; five $250; five $200; one slOl and 136 donations of SIOO or less. Total contributions to date are $18,232.06 with 154 households

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participating. The total goal is $40,000.00 and the drive will continue until Labor Day. Checks may be made out to the Koontz Lake Enhancement Fund, Inc, and mailed to Don Johnson at Johnson Insurance Agency, Route 3, Box 578, Walkerton; or Ray Chapman, Route 4, Box 164, Walkerton. All donations are tax deductible. The list of contributors is growing. The following have donated since the last published list. Esther Shultz Ken Gillies Tom and Margaret Plunkett Edward and Margaret Moravek Frederick L. Fisher John and Ann Stolary Robert D. Whitmer Ronald and Marilyn Jankowski John Gisson Louis and Delores Brandenburg Marcia Yakim Jim Duncan Doublas and Leigh Ann Hofferth Ronald and Katherine Adamson Joseph and Edith Bagley Francis and Violet Linkowski Constance M. Barbosa Anderson Velman and Allene Mack Stanley and Emily Bryniasske Mrs. James Torreano Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Egan Robert Havrilla John and Catherine Bodnar Nora and Mona Wilson Frank and Martha Noreikis Jerry and Denise Johnson Geroge and Anna Houser Vivian Hillis Jim Austgen and Ron Maginot Philip and Marjorie McKenna Kenneth and Danis Bobbe James and Thomas J. Connelly Joseph and Genevieve Marter Garnet and Freda Cine Janet R. Bierly Herbert J. Jones, Jr. Dwight and Marguerite Burch Donald and Delores Gjemre Donna L. Ippolito Helen Hendron James and Winifred Hendson Bill and Dorothy Kranenburg William and Lois Zerlor James and Ruth McDermott Dan Becich Garence Bosel Dennis Boyd John and Janice Palkovich Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Houston Mrs. Alfreda Onika Van and Brenda Janovic Mrs. Rosemary Owens Mary Steinhart and Merle Bruesch Rev. Greg Bentle and Donna Phillip and Leona Bridges Fred and Opal Bullinger John Kranenburg Don Jancovich Eileen Porter Ray Cooney Marlene Minker Richard and Carolyn Shaffer Charles and Joanne Schnekenburger Frank Wukovits, Sr.

William and Mary Feyerer William Ross Thomas Camire Dan Wolan Roscoe and Ruth Smeltzer Steven Kelly Eileen Jurek Guy and Nellie Bridges Harold and Lola Schroeder Marily Goff Ed and Harry Schafer Andrzej Kowalkowski William and Laverne Dini Robert and Cynthia Kos Arthur and Kathy Borrelli John and Valerie Louzon Roy A. Anderson John and Mary Haney Wayne and Jean Zandel REAL SERVICES NEWS Meals On Wheels for the Walkerton area may become a reality. Donna Bauer, of REAL Services of South Bend, talked to us on Wednesday about this service to shutins. This service differs from the pick-up service we now offer. Here’s the scoop. We need to know how many shut-ins there are in the area and get them signed up for this service. It would involve two meals delivered to your home, the first meal would be the same type hot meal served at the nutrition site and the second meal would be of the sandwich and fruit variety. However, if someone is in need of a special diet this too can be arranged. Please let your need be known as we are most anxious to bring this service to the community. The cost of the meals is pro-rated to the recipients income and there is a form that will need to be filled out along with your doctor’s referral. We have a toll free number that you can call to find out more about the program. The number to call is 1-800-552-2916, please call between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and ask to speak to Donna. She will give you all the necessary information and send you the forms. Again we are indebted to some friendly and talented individuals who share their talents with us. First we want to thank Marian Chapman, R.N., who took blood pressures on Thursday. Seventy people attended the meal that day and we really kept Marian busy. Hang on to the card she gave you/ as a record of your blood pressure and bring it with you the next time

Chicken Fajitas, the latest Mexican taste treat to sweep the nation, can be easily and deliciously prepared at home. The recipe is simple: Boneless chicken is briefly marinated in zesty lime juice and naturally brewed Kikkoman Soy Sauce before broiling. Although not a traditional fajita seasoning, the unique taste characteristics of brewed soy sauce enhance the flavor of the chicken while complimenting the tangy lime. Sauteed red and green pepper and red onion strips complete the filling and provide lively counterpoints of flavor. These vegetables also rely on brewed soy sauce for a special richness which creates a harmonious taste overall. Serving is also easy on the hostess because the guests assemble their own! CHICKEN FAJITAS ‘A cup Kikkoman Soy Sauce 8 eight-inch flour tortillas, *4 cup lime juice warmed 4 boneless chicken breast Butter or margarine, halves softened Peppers ’N Onions* Combine soy sauce and lime juice; pour over chicken in large plastic bag. Press air out of bag; tie top securely. Marinate 1 hour; turn bag over occasionally. Reserving marinade, broil chicken 5 inches from heat 15 to 18 minutes, or until tender; turn over and brush occasionally with reserved marinade. Keep warm while preparing Peppers 'N Onions. Slice chicken into thin strips. To serve, spread tortillas with butter; wrap around desired amount of chicken and vegetables. Makes 4 to 6 servings. •Peppers ’N Onions: Cut 1 large red pepper, 1 large green pepper and 1 red onion into ‘4-inch thick strips. Saute in 1 Tbsp, vegetable oil in large skillet over high heat 4 minutes, or until tender. Stir in 1 Tbsp. Kikkoman Soy Sauce.

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we have a blood pressure check. Your doctor will be interested in this information when you frave your next checkup. Another thanks goes to Marie Kerchaert, who baked a mouth watering cheese cake which she raffled off and we now have SIB.OO to add to our petty casl/ fund which comes in handy for many needed items. Bonnie Steinke was the lucky winner. We also want to thank Bob Taylor who made keys for our piano. It seems when we need something, all we have to do is mention it and someone is there to help. What a great response we have had. On Thursday Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dunbar will be our guests, the Dunbars donated the piano. Verice Walz will also be our guest and she will play the piano for us, it will be fun to hear some oldies, music always adds to our well being. Coming attractions are another bingo game, Verice at the piano on Thursday and Brother Eymerd will come on Friday. He represents the Legal Aid Society of South Bend and always has an interesting program for us. He will also talk to any senior after the program who is in need of legal advice. Juice winners for the week were Martha Young, Harold Schweder, Vi Baker and Rose Taylor. No longer are we just senior citizens, we can now be called the “Real People”, we really are healthier, happier and have real fun times, thanks to the REAL Services Program . Don’t forget to call in your reservation the day prior to the day you want to eat. The site number is 586-7600. If no answer, please call Marie Kerchaert at 586-3088 or Jane Chapman at 586-2134. We miss you, Aggie and Wylie, get well soon! LAPORTE HOSPITAL KICKS OFF ENDOWMENT FUND CAMPAIGN The LaPorte Hospital Foundation kicks off a $1 million Endowment Fund Campaign on June 1 that will continue until August 1. Under the direction of co-chairman Ben Bortz, Jr., and Robert Bortz, a committee of 30 Foundation members are volunteering their time for

this effort and will be contacting selected prospects during the twomonth campaign in an effort to increase the Endowment Fund balance to $1 million. Contributions to the Endowment Fund are permanently invested so that income generated from the fund benefits the Foundation and LaPorte Hospital for years to come. Endowment Funds are held specifically for investment with only the income earnings to be used for programs, equipment and related services. Unlike other charitable donations to the Foundation, Endowment gifts are not intended to be used for immediate expenditures, but are instead invested so that the income is of benefit annually for many years. The LaPorte Hospital Foundation, established in September 1978, was created to manage public and corporate donations to provide for quality health care for people in LaPorte and the surrounding communities. The Foundation has and will continue to play an important role in ensuring that “first class” status for LaPorte Hospital is valid. The Foundation, through special gifts, commemorative gifts, deferred giving and membership development donations, has purchased state-of-the art equipment for LaPorte Hospital, funded scholarships for persons pursuing careers in health care fields and provided other services for the LaPorte community. Services and equipment provided by the LaPorte Hospital Foundation since its inception in 1978 include nearly $600,000 of medical equipment and 32 scholarships. Exercise J regularly. American Association

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