The Independent-News, Volume 116, Number 42, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 14 March 1991 — Page 4

— THE INDEPENDENT NEWS — MARCH 14, I*l

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BUILDING PLANS MOVE ON The John Glenn School Board made a decision Tuesday night that was about as popular with many of the taxpayers of the corporation as was the weather. They voted 6-1 to go ahead with building plans for a new middle school on the present school grounds east of the high school. Only Dan Patrick voted against this proposal. At the meeting Tuesday, and certainly no secret to board members as individuals, petitions were presented against moving ahead at this time. Over the past several meetings much citizen input has been heard on this matter but once again it appears the taxpayers, who actually foot the bill, came in second in their wishes. There will probably always be that one big question, “Does the continued building of structures that supposedly give better facitlities really increase the students education?” Many will say no. They might even relate as far back as Abraham Lincoln, who got his education in a log cabin. This may be a little extreme, but one must stop and realize that many of the leaders of today, and certainly over past years, didn’t have the advantage of glamorous new buildings. Os course we realize that education is much different today also, especially with the computer now being an important tool of almost every endeavor and instruction included. There are changes that must be made to accomodate change as it occurs, but just where is the limit. The one glaring fact about the John Glenn situation is, presently they have the second highest tax rate of schools in and connected with St. Joseph County. Only Penn-Harris-Madison is higher, that being only .1079 and they have already gone through a multi-million dollar building program that was likewise strongly opposed by many of the taxpayers. Glenn’s general fund is actually higher than the PHM general fund with their debt service the big difference here. The South Bend School Corporation (other than the part of South Bend in Penn Township) is 1.6772 lower; Union-North (LaVille) is .9973 lower; Mishawaka, who also has just finished another building project, is .5640 lower; and the recently financially troubled New Prairie system is 1.8222 lower. We must add that the bonds on the John Glenn High School are very soon to be retired, giving relief in that instance. Being number one is great . . . especially if the school corporation can show they are number one in education and opportunities offered as well as tax rates. Despite all the comments, facts and figures, good quality education still comes from inside the classroom, regardless of the shape or size of the room or building. Bricks and mortar cannot replace good instruction and after good instruction is offered, it is still up to the individual students to accept all of this. We sincerely hope all works out well in this latest building plan and that someday, at least for a while, building plans can be laid aside and classroom matters will again be the issue of discussion and pride of our schools. In recent years the students of John Glenn Schools have done very well in comparisons and competition with other schools. We hope this will not only continue, but continue to grow. The only concern seems to be the almost lack of respect and conern for the taxpayers and their wishes. After all, they are the ones who really make it all possible.

“Taxes Or Laaa Education” In a time when education is a priority matter in many states and has even been a major issue in state and federal elections, the state of Indiana has decided to put on blinders and traverse to the dark ages in the regards to education. In a time when too many Hoosier students are already falling through the cracks, the Indiana legislators have proposed to widen these cracks In a world that has become increasingly more high tech and education oriented, Indiana has sentenced our children to lag behind others In a time when more and more children have more and more individual needs such as the gifted and talented program, Prime Tune, the growing emotionally handicapped, learning disabled, physically handicapped, and vocational education , Indiana legislators are ignoring those needs In a time when Indiana has already lost too many people in probably the most important and less appreciated profession, teachers are already paid thousands less than their profeaskmaJ

counterparts, yet instead of allowing for even cost of living increases, the Indiana legislators have decided to allow for massive teacher layoffs. By looking at cutting educational expenses to prevent a state tax increase, Indiana counties will be forced to raise their taxes just to maintain the schools in their jurisdiction and many can ill afford it. Indiana legislators are looking at short-term goals, but what of the long range effects? Education is an investment to the future of Indiana and like all good investments, you get out of it what you put into it. Are the Indiana legislators and the governor ready to reap the rewards of their visions? If the decision is taxes or less educated Hoosiers. 1 believe that there could only be one logical solution and that is to defeat House Bill 1800, for the damage it could inflict could well be irreparable Sincerely, Terry L. Shepherd “March” March, the miachieveous month, and I love HI it is the month of Saint Pat’s Day, the month of mean winds. It is also the beginnings of spring (lawn cleaning and mowing) little thing keep springing forth (like weeds and bugs) it is a fun dme for nature, k can also be a

mean month with big winds and storms. It’s my kind of month. The month already had Roy planning his garden for me to can later on. (Maybe I don’t like March as much as I did). 1 wish Roy would get some normal looking chickens. The ones that he has now are headed for the stew pot if they don’t stay out of my flower garden. The boys of St. Pats are going to have their pancake and sausages this coming Sunday, March 17th, at St. Pat's School. I sure hope that they don’t serve me green pancakes! We have so much to be proud of in this area. The boys’ basketball team, the John Glenn band, the local boys and girls (troops) coming home from the Eastern conflict. 1 certainly hope that the goodwill can keep on happening and bring about a united area and a cooperative one. We need to put aside petty differences and work together for the betterment of the community, be it school or other local needs. Humans were given brains, so lets use them in the best way. Don't forget to buy raffle tickets for the Fourth of July from the Friends of the Fourth. Well, I've been told to go fly a kite several time. Sounds like a good idea for March. Sincerly Nedra Williams

[CHURCH NEWS!

North liberty Church Os Christ 65225 State Road 23 North Liberty, Indiana Charles J. Richmond, Minister Timothy S. Stewart, Associate Minister SUNDAY 9:30 a.m., Sunday School. 10:30 a.m., Morning Worship 7:00 p• m., Evening Worship. 7:00 p.m.. Youth meetings, all grades. WEDNESDAY 7:30 p.m., Evening Services. First Baptist Church Maine and Clark Streets Walkerton, Indiana D.O. Van Dyne, Pastor SUNDAY 9:30 a.m., Sunday School. 10:30 a.m., Morning Worship. 7:00 p.m., Evening Service. WEDNESDAY 7:00 p.m., Prayer Service. St. John’s Lutheran Church Riley & Pine Roads 24955 Riley Road North Liberty, IN 46554 Rev. Bert Pauluhn, Pastor THURSDAY, MARCH 14 5:30-8:00 p.m., Recycling at North Liberty. FRIDAY. MARCH 15 8:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.. Recycling at North Liberty. SATURDAY, MARCH 16 4:00-7:00 p.m., Chicken Noodle benefit dinner. SUNDAY, MARCH 17 9:30 a.m., Sunday School. 9:30 a.m., Bible dass. 10:30 a.m.. Holy Communion. 7:30 p.m., Choir. MONDAY, MARCH 18 9:00 a.m., Evangelism. TUESDAY, MARCH 19 8:30 a.m., South Bend Lutheran Ministerium. 9:30 a.m., WELCA. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 6:15 p.m., Supper. 7:30 p.m., Worship. 8:30 a.m., North Liberty Ministerium. "We love, because he first loved us.” 1 John 4:19. Untied Methodart Church Crossroads 4 And 23 North Liberty, Indiana Pastor James C. Stansell THURSDAY, MARCH 14 7:30 p.m., Choir practice. SATURDAY, MARCH 16 9:00 a.m.. Youth Bake Sale at Ist Source Bank. SUNDAY, MARCH 17

9:30 a.m., Morning Worship. 10:30 a.m., Coffee A Fellowship. 10:45 a.m., Sunday School. MONDAY, MARCH 18 7:00 p.m., UMW Board meeting. 7:30 p.m., Worship Committee. TUESDAY, MARCH 19 7:30 p.m., Finance Committee. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 6:00 p.m., Kids Klub. 7:00 p.m., Lenten Study Group. Child care available during worship service. Presbyterian Church 512 Georgia Street Walkerton, Indiana SUNDAY, MARCH 17 9:30 a.m., Sunday School. 10:30 a.m.. Worship Service, guest speaker. Rev. David Evans. Nursery available, ask usher. TUESDAY. MARCH 19 7:30 p.m., Martha Circle. 7:30 p.m.. Community Good Friday Services. "Everyone Welcome” "Whosoever will, may come.” North liberty Church of the Brethren Comer of Lafayette A Market Sts. North Liberty, IN 46554 Pastor Larry Dentler Phone 656-3157 SUNDAY, MARCH 17 9:30 a.m., Worship Services. 10:30 a.m., Sunday School. 7:00 p.m., Evening Lenten Service, Pearl Aldrich, speaker. TUESDAY, MARCH 19 8:30 a.m., Knee Deep Prayer and Bible Study THURS.-SAT., MARCH 21-23 Pastor Larry Dentler will conduct evangelistic services at the Maple Grove Church of the Brethren. You are invited to join this family of faith as we worship and work together for the glory of God and the good of all brothers. You are invited to come to the Chapel, located on the 2nd floor, for prayer and meditation daily between 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and any other time the church is open. Koontx Lake Mis rs—sty Church R.R.5, 80x214-C Walkerton, IN 46574 Pastor Rob Gates SUNDAY, MARCH 17 7:30 a.m.. Worship Warriors. 8:00 a.m., Worship Celebration 1, Pastor Rob Gates preaching. 9:10 a.m., Family Study Hour. 10:10 a.m., Worship Celebration 11, Pastor Rob Gates preaching. 6:00 p.m., Evening service, "Change the World School of Prayer" series. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 6:00 p.m., Studying the word, Missionary Cadets. THURSDAY, MARCH 21 7:00 p.m., fast time. Ladies Bible Study. United Motbedlrt Church 1000 Georgia Street Walkerton, Indiana 46574 Pastor Marilyn Gebert THURSDAY, MARCH 14 1:00 p.m., Bible study at church. 7:30 p.m., Finance meeting. SUNDAY. MARCH 17 8:00 a.m., Early Worship. 9:15 a.m., Sunday School. 10:30 a.m., Late Worship. Sermon: "Torches, Lanterns and Weapons” text: John 18:1-11. Nursery available during Sunday School and Late Worship. Jr. Church available during Late Worship. 4:30 p.m., Jr. Hi Youth meeting. 6:00 p.m., Lenten Service, Rev. Rachel Bales, guest. 7:00 p.m., Bible study. MONDAY, MARCH 18 6:00 p.m.. Newcomers meeting. 7:00 p.m.. Education meeting. 7:00 p.m., Community Lenten Service at Presbyterian Church. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 1:00 p.m., Bible study. 6:00 p.m., Cherub and Jr. Choir practice. 7:00 p.m., Adult choir practice. THURSDAY, MARCH 21 7:00 p.m., UMW General meeting.

Lake vflle Christian Church 20876 Pierce Road Lakeville, Indiana 46536 Phone 784-8505 Roy Herbster, Pastor Steve Cox, Assistant Pastor SUNDAY, MARCH 17 8:30 a.m.. Morning Worship Service. 9:30 a.m., Sunday School. 10:30 a.m., Morning Worship Service. 6:00 p.m., Evening Worship. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 7:00 p.m., Family Night Bible Study. THURSDAY, MARCH 21 9:00 a.m., Ladies Bible Study. BOWLING NEWS Suburban League SHADY LANES Bolze Marathon 25 11 Duradean 21 l /i 1456 Jack’s Citgo Service 19‘/i 16‘/i Shady Lanes 18 18 Larry's Quick Mart 14 22 Wet & Wild Taxidermy 10 26 High team series: Jack's Citgo Service 2676; Bolze Marathon 2621; Wet & Wild Taxidermy 2470. High team game: Jack's Citgo Service 900, 896,888. High individual series: Mike Hamman 621; David Bolze 619; Ken Crum 579. High individual game: Mike Hamman 254; Tim Anderson 223; Hobert Hensley 220. Monday Night Ladteo SHADY LANES Allen’s Furniture 60*/» 39‘/i Mouse's Barber Shop 55*/j 44*/i Shady Lanes 49 51 Hi-De-Ho 49 51 Mid American 47 53 Ross Engineering 39 61 High team series: Hi-De-Ho 2212; Allen's Furniture 2171; Mid American 2170. High team game: Hi-De-Ho 798; Mid American 775; Allen’s Fumi ture 747. High individual series: Madge Whickcar 532; Donna Wood 523; Mary Aquino 508. High individual game: Madge Whickcar 212; Mary Aquino 199; Pam Cable 186. Friday Mondag Coffee SHADY LANES Nedra 65‘/i 43 Vb Ray’s Radiator Shop 62 50 Ray A Kenny's 61 l /i 50*/i Waldrop’s Fancy Fruitss2 60 Miller's Merry Manor 52 60 Johnson’s Dairy Farm 43 69 High team series: Waldrop’s Fancy Fruits 2095; Ray’s Radiator Shop 2086; Nedra 2061. High team game; Miller’s Merry Manor 745; Waldrop’s Fanes Fruits 739; Nedra 725. High individual series: Doris Fuentes 531; Debbie Berg 475; Donna Wood 462. High individual game: Doris Fuentes 183; Dee Hostetler 179; Donna Wood 178. Munday Night Ladtoo SHADY LANES Mouse’s Barber Shop 34‘/» 37*/j Allen’s Furniture 53*4 38‘/i Shady Lanes 45 47 Hi-De-Ho 44 47 Mid American 42 50 Ross Engineering 36 56 High team series: Mouse's Bar ber Shop 2221, Allen's Furniture 2201, Shady Lanes 2187. High ream game: Mouse's Bar ber Shop 803, Allen's Furniture 799, Mid American 775. High individual series: Donna Wood 563, Mary Aquino 555, Zell a Schafer 528. High individual game: Zella Schafer 208, Mary Aquino 205. Donna Wood 202. Support the March of Dimes