The Independent-News, Volume 116, Number 24, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 8 November 1990 — Page 4

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. THE INDEPENDENT NEWS - NOVEMBER 8, 1990

THANK GOD IT’S OVER! To borrow a phrase, “Thank God It’s Friday”, one would only have to change it slightly to say “Thank God It’s Over!” The “It” is the 1990 general election. This year’s election has really turned out to be an election featuring the negative approach in campaigning and advertising. It has been so strong in some quarters, one would easily be discouraged from voting for either of the candidates involved. The disappointing aspect of this is that even some of the so called experts have stated that they think the negative approach is the winning approach. It just seems hard to believe that the public could be seriously influenced by the name calling, insinuations, bending of the facts and figures to one’s own liking, etc. And yet that seems too often to be the case. The negative approach makes one wonder if the elected officials in a very negative race like we have seen in several instances, will go to their job, whether as an incumbent or a newly elected individual, and work against something instead of for something. The majority of some of these campaigns were against . . . not for. What ever happened to the old campaigns with platforms, promises and words of how well one will serve when elected. It also must be considered, is our society turning into a negative society? These tactics, which compare with the sensationalism of reporting news, is geared to attract attention regardless of how. Our society clearly likes to hear the sensational news more than the run of the mill events regardless of the text of the news. Anything to grab a headline is acceptable and headlines are usually created by the more negative news rather than the good things and deeds that happen day in and day out. Only a little bit of this filters through the news and even then there is usually something unusual involved in the story to attract the attention of the public. Not knowing the winners of the various elections at the time of this writing, we can only hope that winners and losers alike take a look at what has transpired and if another race is in the future, decide that maybe they have also had enough of the negative approach. Cleaning up the campaigns would do a lot more to instill more confidence in the candidates. It has come to a position in many instances, proven by polls and actual examples, that many voters now favor that “None Os The Above” feeling. And voter apathy in these cases causes even more unbalance in the projected results of elections. It certainly is time to return to a positive feeling and a positive approach to such a privilege, the right to choose the people who are going to represent us in the various governmental positions.

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“Parent-Teacher Conferences” As an aide at Urey Middle School, I have the privilege of working with a very special group of teachers. Yesterday, I took off my “Urey hat” and put on my

“parent hat" and visited both John Glenn High School and Walkerton Elementary School for Parent Teacher Conferences. As a parent, 1 was welcomed with total graciousness by the teachers at both of these schools. 1 was impressed by the teachers’ willingness to go above and beyond the classroom situation to help my children in their academic lives. But, 1 was most impressed by the fact that even with the large number of students teachers work with each day, they still are able to detect and want to help when my children have a ‘bad day’ or are just struggling with the social aspects of adolescence. To me, this is a really special thing. It’s this caring attitude that makes a great teacher. I hope that parents who weren’t able to make Parent Conferences this year are able to do so next year. We, as parents, owe it to our children to meet the people who work with them 180 days a year. Even if parents aren't able to attend conferences, teachers are happy to keep “the lines of communication” open. We in the John Glenn School Corporation are really blessed with an excellent staff of teachers. I thank our teachers for being the caring people that they are. Carol King TRI KAPPA NEWS Ladies of Epsilon Chi met at the home of Lori Jacob on Thursday, November 1. President Wilma Huizenga called the meeting to order. Roll call, opening song and verse, secretary and treasurer’s reports were given. Correspondence was read. A new Tri Kappa Chapter from Fishers, Indiana was discussed. Petition for charter was voted upon and passed. Committees reported. Alcohol and Mental Health report was given by Barb Rohrer. Barb spoke concerning two roles: the family hero and the scapegoat. April 14, 1991 is the Art Show date with plans still in the making. The Charity Committee reported that we should all make donations to Farmers State Bank for Desert Shield. Needed items are listed in the Walkerton Shopper. Pariimentarian, Sandy Thomas, will review and make recommendations as to by-law revisions. Revisions are to be voted on in December and sent back in January. Members are asked to bring their copy of our by-laws to the December meeting. Epsilon Chi members will ring bells for the Salvation Army on Saturday, December 8. We plan for each member to give one-half hour of their time for this community service. Plans are still underway for the Toys For Tots program and presenting coats, mittens, and boots to Walkerton Elementary School for children in need. Publicity and Scrapbook Committe, along with the 30th Anniversary Committee, will get items in the paper in regards to our Anniversary Party set for Saturday, December 1. The Anniversary Committee reported that the John Glenn Swing Choir will be part of our 30th anniversary program on Decmeber 1 at the Walkerton United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Members are asked to help decorate the hall on Friday, November 30, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. On Saturday, December 1, members should plan to arrive before 1:45 p.m. After the business portion of the meeting, members addressed envelopes and RSVP notes to in-ac-tive members. Members were also directed by Jill Hostetler in assembling hanging potpourri grape vine wreaths. Each member came away with a beautiful ornament. Lori Jacob, Eileen Clark and

Barb Rohrer were hostesses for the evening. Refreshments were served. The next regular business meeting will be Thursday, December 6, 7:30 p.m. at the home of Jill Hostetler. Dales To Remember November 30 — Decorating Fellowship Hall, United Methodist Church, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. December 1— Epsilon Chi’s

Public Auction WALKERTON LOCATION: Take St. Rd. 23 (1) Mile North Os U.S. 6To Tyler Rd., Go East (1) Mile. Saturday, Nov. 10 9:30 A.M. FURNITURE — Beautiful Henredon oak dining table (102 "x 40 w/2 leaves, (6) caned back cushioned chairs and matching solid oak 4 door china cabinet w/glass shelves (A-1); 5’ solid cherry china cabinet (A-1). pr multi-colored sofas, floral Century chair w/ottoman, cream, blue and gold Henredon triple cushion sofa (A-1). North Hickory wing back chair (A-1), gold and cream North Hickory overstuffed chair, (2) blue velvet Surry chairs (A-1), nice Leathercraft overstuffed chair w/ottoman. Highland House wing back chair; 3 pc Thomasville oak living room table set. square and octagon lamp tables, oak finish entertainment center, chrome and leather table w/beveled glass top; chrome and plate glass stand. 4' brass finish pedestal plant stand, marble top pedestal stand w/gold leat base; nice bookcase w/adjustable shelves. (2) brass finish bamboo stands w/5 glass shelves, unusual bamboo flower stand, square wicker stand, wicker planter. (2) pedestal wicker chairs. (2) antioued caned chairs. (4) blue leather chairs w/oak legs, queen size hybrid waterbed. United distressed oak triple dresser w/doubie mirror and (2) matched night stands, oak pedestal kitchen table w/burled center, like new solid oak pedestal kitchen table (33 x6O ). (4) chrome kitchen chairs w/cushioned seats and bamboo backs, old maple library table, kneehole desk, maple school desk and chair APPLIANCES - Kitchen-Aid dishwasher w/cherry front, G E 4 burner counter top range and built-in double oven (harvest gold) nice Sub-Zero built-in refrigerator w/ice maker (22 cu ft ); Kenmore washer & electric dryer (gold), Kenmore 15 cu fl chest freezer; (2) Hi-Efficiency "Greenbrier II" central air conditioning units. Hot Springs hot tub (6 person capacity). 82 gal electric water heater. (2) International Coil oil furnaces w/humidifier and Electro Air (model OL-140-H4), Ig selection small appliances LAMPS/CHANDELIERS - Beautiful pewter and brass table lamp several brass finish table lamps, brass base crystal table lamp w/teardrop prisms, brass finish floor lamp, nice cloisonne style table lamp, asst quality table lamps; unusual 12 light chandelier w/lg clear globes, nice chrome chandelier w/crystal prisms 36 light chandelier asst track lighting COLLECTIBLE GLASSWARE - Fostoria block pattern serving platter divided relish, misc plates, saucers, stemware and asst misc pcs crystal stemware, selection of pressed glass. Knowles Limited Edition plates (The King & I), Blue Jay. Baltimore Oriole. The Room. The Chickadee Rockwell's "A Young Girl's Dream"; The Lighthouse Keepers Daughter. The Cobbler. This is the Room that Light Made), asst pottery pcs . several old leaded glass windows MISC. HOUSEHOLD — 8-day half hour strike cathedral gong oak cased mantel clock, milk can. brass candlesticks. 6 pc Dirilyte tea service (coffee server, tea server, creamer, sugar, mint dish and tray. A-1) magazine rack, 4 xs' Amer Eagle throw rug approx 3.000 sq fl of good quality carpet (asst styles). AM/FM 5" portable TV. Heathkit AM/FM stereo w/speakers, ping pong table, card table/chairs; Ig selection quality bedding, curtains and blinds, comforters. Mexican wall plaque in oak frame w/turquoise type finish, asst pictures, frames and wall decor. Lennox microwaveable dinnerware for (12) plus serving pcs . large selection ot quality dishes pots, pans and asst general household items FIXTURES KITCHEN - 39 x7‘ cabinet base and cupboard, approx 22 of cabinet counter space (double stainless sink and bar sink - Ayre Cabinets. Nappanee) BATH - (NOTE ALL PLUMBING IS KOHLER) - (2) 22 x 4 oak bathroom vanities w/red sinks (1 laundry drawer): 31 "x 49 oak linen cabinet green cast bathtub blue fiberglass shower w/doubie door (extra Ig ). his and her sinks (1blue/1 green) w/5' oak cabinets, asst medicine cabinets. 3' vanity w/white sink, blue stool, blue bidet WINDOWS - Pella (1) 64"x103"; (3) 27"x4 ; ')5) 2 x6BV. (1) 80 x 6 DOORS - Beautiful 42"x79V custom made carved walnut door (2) 3 xBO solid oak sliding closet doors, 72" oak folding closet door, (2) 29¥j "x7BV?" oak folding closet doors. (2) 36"x78%" oak folding closet doors. (2) 4 Pella doors. 2' oak folding ooor. (^j zo solid oak sliding doors w/mirrors. (2) 32"x79" oak hollow doors. (4) 28" sliding oak hollow doors 71"x78V folding closet door. (2) 6 x7B’/2" folding closet doors. 12% x 80" sliding door w/screen MISC. — 52"x8 oak storage cabinet w/6 doors, 136 xs2'/? oak counter base w/kneehoie desk; 111"x7’ oak utility counter w/smk. 5x2%’ adjustable oak shelf oak kneehole desk/cabmet base (computer compatabie) 34' x 8 adjustable book shelf. (2) 7 x9' garage doors MISCELLANEOUS Like new Indian compound bow w/(6) new aluminum arrows. Samsonite patio table w/4 chairs and chaise; Kodak movie earners, 135 CM youth snow skis. Mercedes 450 SLC toy car kit. asst toys/games Hemmings Motor News and asst magazines AUCTIONEER'S NOTE Mr and Mrs Hiler are redoing their home from top to bottom and all furniture and fixtures being offered are in very good condition For further information, contact Carl Kaser (656-4532) Terms: Cash/Approved Check Lunch Served Not Responsible For Accidents Or Merchandise After Sold LARRY & JANET HILER OWNERS Sale conducted by: Kaser's Auction Service e Col. Carl Kaser. CAI Col Dean Kaser North Liberty S(n " h Bend YSmF 658 4532 291 6379

30th Anniversary Party, United Methodist Church, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. December 6 — Regular Business Meeting, Jill Hostetler's home, 7:30 p.m. December 8 — Ring Bells for Salvation Army. Cantaloupe, honeydew, casaba. Persian and Odessa are all varieties of the muskmelon. Their differences are the result of cultivation in different regions of the world.