The Independent-News, Volume 116, Number 47, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 18 April 1991 — Page 4

- THE INDEPENDENT NEWS — APRIL 18. 1991

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THE SAME OLD STORY In this time of mild recession, how often do we hear a familiar story. Everyone seems to understand that cuts and sacrifices must be made ... but once again they think that such action should happen somewhere else. How often do we hear this story in situations such as this and in many other incidents. It is the same old story time and time again. Such things as landfills . . . people realize we need them but not in their neighborhood. New businesses . . . how well we know they are needed if they are a boost to the economy . . . but not near their homes. Most feel that military spending could and should be cut, thus eliminating some military bases . . . but again not the ones that affect our economy. The stories go on and on with this personal feeling being declared by protesting groups. They feel the programs or improvements are great ... as long as they don’t have to make any sacrifice. It may be time for all Hoosiers to give up a little. The word on the economy is not that good and the future is not predicted to be improving that much quickly. In fact it has been stated that according to time, Indiana has been one of the states that shows the effects of a recession early and the effects last longer than in other areas. One only has to pick up a newspaper today or turn on the television or radio news to know that things are a little tight in Indiana. The main controversary during the current legislative session is funding for schools. In this session a budget for two years is scheduled to be approved and Indiana law does not permit the state to operate in the red. Cuts will have to be made or additonal funding will have to be found. These are the areas where that same old story comes into effect ... do this or do that, but not if it affects me. Indiana has several ways to help alleviate this money problem but special interest groups all over are making their personal feelings known. New taxes, a different use of lottery monies, the rainy day fund, more program cuts, cuts in spending .. . these all would help with the problem but all have their supporters and opponents. At a time when the closing of two Indiana military bases, Grissom and Benjamin Harrison, maybe all Hoosiers will have to give up some oi their personal wants and wishes and help keep Indiana solvent and operating as efficiently as possible for the majority of the people. It might just be the time to forget that “same old story” and replace it with understanding and consideration for all.

ISSSSSmBimSSI “A Great Weekead Plan” Have I got a great weekend plan for you! On Saturday, the 20th of April, at 7:30 p.m., The Johnson Township 4-H dub will be sponsoring a card party at the township building. You can either play euchre or pinochle. You can win cakes or pies. The gals can really bake (no, I won’t be making any). They also will have pie and ice cream for sale. On Sunday morning, after pigging out the night before, you won’t feel like making breakfast. Then all you have to do is head over to St. Pat’s for pancake and sausages. You will then have the rest of the day to work or just visit with your family. What happened to the Five Hundred Club? I understood that this organization was to fund the extras at the school, to replace the many money raisers that the students previously held. In the last few months we have been hit up for memo boards, candy, and pizzas. And I'm sure many more were held that we didn't buy. Maybe the adults of the P.T.A. should be out selling rather than the young students. 1 think the students’ time would be better spent studying. Maybe the teachers should be out soliciting rather than the sudents! I am in the process of painting my bicycle green. I plan on riding around and consequently, 1 won’t be writing as much. I will frequently be writing to the editor, but new weekly. I'm getting too old. 1 will try and keep you informed on different events and grumbles. Which brings me to another subject, rumors! Walkerton is a small town and everybody seems to know everybody’s business. I hear so many thing about people that at

times it is litterally sickening. There are so many positive‘things that can and should be done, that there shouldn’t be time for all the negative happenings and rumors. I’m not saying that wrongs shouldn’t be righted, but remember that “loose lips sometimes mean fat lips. ” I almost forgot to tell you that the Christmas Shop will be having a great sale on April 26th, 27th, and 28th. I don't even have to make cookies for it. Watch this paper for their advertisement. Happy biking to you. Sinceriy, Nedra Williams “Appreciate The Assistance” On February 5, 1991, our company was contacted to contain a diesel fuel spill as the result of a truck accident on U.S. Highway 6, near the license branch. When we responded to the site, we were confronted with removing contaminated materials from a busy highway, a “blind” curve, fog and drizzle. While it is imperative to expeditiously remove spilled materials from the road which are a safety hazard to the public, we are equally concerned for the safety of our personnel. The cooperation and assistance which was provided our personnel at the site by Mr. John McGovern of your fire department and Police Chief Gassensmith was exceptional, outstanding and certainly appreciated. Their concerns for the safety of everyone was equally shared with the assistance which they provided us to allow for the work to be performed. The situation was easily maintained with professionalism and courtesy by these individuals. Perhaps the most notable characteristic which 1 observed was that, as representatives of your town, these men indicated something which was truly refreshing to be a witness to; a sincere, honest

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and dedicated desire to help people. For this, the Town of Walkerton should be especially proud. On behalf of our company, I would like to commend these men and the people of Walkerton for being fortunate enough to have Mr. McGovern and Mr. Gassensmith as representatives of your community. Sincerely. John Bamber Warner & Sons, Inc. BOWLING NEWS Friday Morning Coffee Leagne SHADY LANES Nedra 75 Vi 53‘/s Ray's Radiator Shop 72‘A 59‘A Ray A Kenny's 68‘A 63‘A Miller’s Merry Manor 63 69 Waldrop’s Fancy Fruits6o 72 Johnson’s Dairy Fann 56Vi 75 l A High team series: Johnson’s Dairy Farm 2203, Ray & Kenny’s Super Valu 2186, Waldrop’s Fancy Fruits 2173. High team game: Ray’s Radiator Shop 760, Johnson’s Dairy Farm 758, Miller’s Merry Manor 753. High individual series: Brenda Calhoon 545, Donna Wood 536, Doris Fuentes 520. High individual game: Doris Fuentes 221, Brenda Calhoon 193, Donna Wood 191. Mtoaday Night Ladies SHADY LANES Allen’s Furniture 76Yi 43Vi Mouse’s Barber Shop 66'A 53‘A Shady Lanes 60 60 Mid American 56 64 Hi-De-Ho 53 67 Ross Engineering 48 72 High team series: Allen's Furniture 2216, Hi-De-Ho 2185, Mouse's Barber Shop 2142. High team game: Hi-De-Ho 782, Allen's Furniture 744, Mouse’s Barber Shop. High individual series: Donna Wood 522, Zella Schafer 514, Mary Aquino 505. High individual game: Madge Whickcar 203, Sue Louzon 199, Mary Aquino 197. Suburban League SHADY LANES Duraclean 37‘A 18‘A Bolze Marathon 37 19 Shady Lanes 26 30 Larry’s Quick Mart 26 30 Jack’s Citgo Service 23‘A 32‘A Wet A Wild Taxidermy 19 37 High team series: Bolze Marathon 2646; Larry's Quick Mart 2578; Duraclean 2566.

High team game: Bolze Marathon 937; Duraclean 899; Larry's Quick Mart 884. High individual series: Russ Bacewic 612; Ken Elder 605; Rich Lauderback 603. High individual game: Rich Lauderback 220; Russ Bacewic 213; Ed Arelt, Jr. 211. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED BY HOSPICE OF MARSHALL COUNTY Hospice of Marshall County is in need of many volunteers. There are so many needs within a hospice program that any responsible person should be able to find a placement which will fully utilize their talents and their time committment. The role of a volunteer takes in all aspects of life. Some of the roles to be considered are: Office Workers—Secretaries, stenographers, typists, file clerks or people to run errands within the office setting. Financial —People who can place the developmental and operational program into projected budgetary needs. Fund Raising—Anyone who has the ability to approach business, organizations, individuals, local governments or experience in writing proposals for grant monies. Bookkeeping—To help set up and maintain the bookkeeping methods. Education —People with experience in the development of training programs, seminars, and work-

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shops, and workshops as well as individuals with teaching experience. Care Helpers—Special people who are interested in direct involvement with patients and their family members as well as in bereavement care. Public Relations and SpeakingIndividuals with experience in public relations, community relations, advertising and writing and someone who would like to become involved in public speaking; sharing the hospice message with the community. Clergy—To assist in their own special way and in the bereavement process. As you can see, volunteers are needed in all areas of our Hospice Program. An orientation or training program will be arranged just as soon as we have enough volunteers interested. Please call Mary Ann Bombagetti, RN, Hospice Coordinator at 935-4677 or 1-800-223-6231, extension 150 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. for further information. “I look forward to meeting each and everyone of you special people.” When people go to a resort hotel for a change and a rest, the bellboys get the change and the hotel gets the rest. When you’re in too much of a rush, you’re liable to pass more than you catch up with.