The Independent-News, Volume 117, Number 1, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 30 May 1991 — Page 4

_ the INDEPENDENT-NEWS - MAY 30, 1991

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I EDITORIALS |

ONLY THE BEGINNING For 112 young men and women who received their diplomas this past Sunday from John Glenn High School, and for thousands more all over the country, the impressive ceremonies at this time of year celebrating graduation from high school, just marks the beginning. It is now time to commence with another step of your life. Life is a series of stages for most people. These young men and women are just now leaving one stage and heading into another. The stage just completed, the years of secondary education, can be a most important time of your life, often depending on how you have handled these past years. All too often, it is only after this stage of one’s life is past that you realize the true meaning of these previous and happy years. In this period of 12, 13 or even slightly more years with the preschool programs that are available today, the real foundation is laid for the future. Most take advantage of this, not necessarily as much advantage as they could, but certainly have made the most of the opportunity offered. Others fall along the wayside, whether it be dropping out of school or just “coasting” through picking up enough to get by. From here these 112 students will go many different ways. Many will go on to futher their education, whether it be at a college or university, trade or vocational school, or various training programs. They will continue to prepare for the many adult years that lie ahead. For many others it is now a time they seek employment. Others may try the service. And of course there are some who will almost immediately move on to marriage and possibly raising a family in the very near future. What ever the future holds in store for these young people, now is the time they must begin to be more self dependent, assume more responsibilities, and simply mature a lot. The opportunity has been given to these graduates for the past years by parents and family, by teachers and administrators, by friends and even by people you may not even know who support the overall system we have that offers an education and a chance to learn to everyone. These things that have been given to you now will be yours to achieve on your own. But never forget, despite the fact you may be away from home and on your own, you still have people behind you . . . people who still really care and want to help you succeed. You haven’t gotten here by yourself and even though it may seem like it, you still have the love and support of many around you to help you continue. Please don’t lose site of this fact as you head into another stage of your life.

‘‘Neighborhood Watch Program” The Walkerton Police Department is establishing a Neighborhood Watch Program. This is a program of “awareness” and of being responsible for not only our own well-being but also that of our friends, neighbors and fellow citizens. It is not difficult and it will not consist of time consuming activities; what it will consist of is cooperation with the Police Department by reporting suspicious or unusual activity in an effort to prevent a crime from happening. There will be a meeting at the Walkerton Town Hall on Thursday, June 6th, at 7:00 p.m., at which time I will explain this program more thoroughly and ask for participation and assistance from the people of Walkerton. These programs have worked in other cities and towns and I am confident that such a program will work in Walkerton also. E. Patrick Gassensmith, chief Walkerton Police Department “Are You Concerned?” In response to Shelly Shaw, are you concerned with your child’s education and children in general? You said that “our aides are very important to the school”. Well, that may be. But teachers outrank them. You got your way. On May 21 the John Glenn School Board voted 6-1 to cancel seven teacher contracts. I agree with V. Larsen that at a time when we are facing cutbacks you don’t start cutting from the bottom. 1, too, believe in education and that teachers are important to the students. And I further believe that if you don’t like the policy, change it; or change the

policy makers. You don’t run and you don’t have to move. And you don’t have to go to P.T.A. meeting to believe in education. James Weaver “Respect The Differences” As we are approaching Memorial Day, Flag Day and July 4 and our men and women are returning home from the Persian Gulf, we can reflect as Americans on the many privileges and freedoms we have. So, Ms. Shaw, the same rights that you have and exercised cannot and must not be denied to anyone else because they differ * from your own. We can differ in our opinions, but we must also : respect those differences. A Proud American t T. Hall GFWC Woman’s , Community Club ; Holds Meeting President Barbara Simpson ' opened the meeting of the GFWC 1 Walkerton Woman’s Community Club on Friday, May 17. She welcomed the members and guests present. The secretary, Mildred McKesson, read her report and correspondence. A letter was received from Josephine Nowakowski, a member, thanking the members for their cards, phone calls and letters of support during her stay in the hospital for knee surgery. A letter from Margaret Diebold, a guest at the breakfast meeting at Al’s Diner at Koontz Lake in April, thanked the group for their hospitality and said she had enjoyed their company. Bernice Lichtenbarger, a member, wrote that she was unable to be at meetings but would like to keep in touch with the club. For

those who might wise to write to Bernice, ner address is 381969 Chicago Trail, P.O. Box 836, New Carlisle, IN 46552-0836. Three members had requested they be put on the Honorary Members list. They were Kathryn Kramer, Violet Drake and Isel McCombs. Anne Stolart was voted in as a member. Margaret Moravek gave a report on conservation, particularly recycling. The president urged more volunteerism and gave the names of a few places where help was needed. The speaker was Shirley Braner, president of GFWC/Ifc, St. Joseph County. She gave a very thorough and interesting report on the convention in Indianapolis on May 3rd. She suggested that the Walkerton club start a Junior club, perhaps even a Juniorette club, made up of Junior High through High School girls. She also urged cooperation with other clubs in the state. An auditor’s report was given by Mildred Casey, affirming that the club’s books were in good order. Birthday ladies were Ruth Rusch and Verda Karn. Verda got the present. The meeting was a carry-in lunch and the members all outdid themselves with delicious entrees and desserts. Hostesses were Evelyn Sobat, chairman; and her committee, Doris Crane, Viola Bregi and Mary Omiecinski. The president closed the meeting with a short article called “The Member Who Never Came Back”. The June 21st tour will leave Al’s Diner at 8:00 a.m. and from 5 Star in Walkerton around 8:15 - 8:30 a.m. JOHNSON SELECTED TO NSC GOLF TEAM John Johnson was placed on the Northern State Conference Golf Team for placing 9th and shooting 90 in the tournament. This is the second year in a row John has achieved this honor. The Falcons placed 6th out of the eight in the conference tourney. La Ville captured the team trophy with a 339 total followed by Knox at 370, New Prairie 374, Triton 375, Bremen 383, Glenn 385, Culver 406 and Jimtown 421. For Glenn the scores were as follows: Brent Hostrawser 96, Adam Jacob 99, Dan Huizenga 100 and Jaime Arce 103. In a recent outing Glenn defeated Oregon-Davis 175 to 207 to raise their team record to 6 wins and 10 defeats. Johnson was the medalist for the match with a 39 followed closely by Jacob with a 41. Huizenga came in with a 46 and Arce shot a 49. Low score for the Bobcats was Eric Vermillion with a 47. At Nappanee Municipal Golf Course North Wood and Marian staged a battle that left the Falcons 26 strokes off the pace. North Wood and Marian tied at 158 while Glenn came in with a respectable 184 total. NorthWood won the tie because of the 43 score of the fifth man. For Glenn Johnson was low at 44, Huizenga fired a 45, Jacob shot a 47, Hostrawser closed with a 48 and Arce struggled at 58. The Glenn golfers finished the regular season with a 6 and 12 overall record. The Glenn linksmen participated in the Lancer Invitational May 26 and finished 7th out of 11 competing schools. Fremont was the team champion in a rain shortened 9-hole tournament. Adam Jacob was the best for Glenn on this wet day with a 44. Glenn will compete in the South Bend Sectional Friday, May 31 at Erskine Park Golf Course.

CHURCH NEWS ’ -

RR. 5, Box 214-C Walkerton, IN 46574 Pastor Rob Gates SUNDAY, JUNE 2

8:00 - 8:50 a.m., Sunday School for all ages. 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., Choir Cantata, “The Story — A Worship Celebration For His Church”. 10:10 - 11:00 a.m., Morning Worship Celebration, Pastor Rob Gates sharing the message. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5 6:30 p.m., Studying The Word. Missionary Cadets. United Methodist Church 1000 Georgia Street Walkerton, Indiana 46574 Pastor Marilyn Gebert THURSDAY, MAY 30 7:00 p.m., Agape Prayer group. SUNDAY, JUNE 2 8:00 a.m., Early Worship. 9:15 a.m., Sunday School. 10:30 a.m., Late Worship. Nursery available during Sunday School and Late Worship. Jr. Church available during Late Worship. 3:00 p.m., Sr. Hi UMYF. MONDAY, JUNE 3 7:00 p.m., Finance meeting. 7:00 p.m., UMW Executive Board meeting. TUESDAY, JUNE 4 1:00 p.m., Ruth Circle with Mary Jane Beaty. 7:00 p.m., Education meeting. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5 9:00 a.m., Bible Study. THURSDAY, JUNE 6 7:00 p.m., Pastor Parish meeting. 7:00 p.m., Agape Prayer group. North Liberty Church Os Christ 65225 State Road 23 North Liberty, Indiana 46554 Phone: 656-4632 Charles J. Richmond, Minister Timothy S. Stewart, Associate Minister REGULAR SERVICES 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) The Rev. Bert Pauluhn 656-4744 or 656-3475 SATURDAY, JUNE 1 Ind./Ky. Synod, South Bend. SUNDAY, JUNE 2 9:00 a.m., Sunday School. 9:00 a.m., Bible Class. 10:00 a.m., Worship. Ind./Ky. Synod, South Bend. MONDAY, JUNE 3 Ind./Ky. Synod, South Bend. “We love, because He first loved us.” 1 John 4:19. United Methodlet Church Crossroads 4 and 23 North Liberty, Indiana Pastor James C. Stansell THURSDAY, MAY 30 6:30 p.m., Final Choir practice for the summer. FRIDAY, MAY 31 6:30 p.m., Ball game with Lakeville Christian Church. MAY 29 - JUNE 1 Pastor Jim at Annual Conference. MAY 31 - JUNE 2 Youth Retreat, Epworth Forest. SUNDAY, JUNE 2 9:00 a.m., Morning Worship, sermon: “Love Makes A Difference”. 9:45 a.m., Coffee and Fellowship. 10:00 a.m., Sunday School. Child care available during worship service. MONDAY, JUNE 3 7:30 a.m., Trustees meeting. FRIDAY, JUNE 7

9:00 p.m., Softball game with Teegarden United Methodist. SATURDAY, JUNE 8 6:30 p.m., Amish Dinner at Nappanee. Presbyterian Church 512 Georgia Street Walkerton, Indiana SUNDAY, JUNE 2 9:30 a.m., Sunday School. 10:30 a.m.. Worship Service, guest speaker, Rev. David Evans. Nursery service available. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5 7:00 p.m., Worship Committee meeting. “Everyone welcome”. “Whosover will, may come.” Lakeville Christian Church 20876 Pierce Road Lakeville, Indiana 46536 Phone 784-8505 Roy Herbster, Pastor Steve Cox, Assistant Pastor SUNDAY 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 7:00 p.m., Family Night Bible Study. THURSDAY 9:00 a.m., Ladies Bible Study. DON’T BE A WILDLIFE PARENT It’s springtime in Indiana, and many species of wildlife are having young. Birds are nesting, racoons are giving birth and young rabbits can be seen feeding on blades of grass. The Department of Natural Resources would like for you to enjoy the natural phenomena which takes place each year, but warns Hoosiers to observe only and don’t try to help. Each year in Indiana, young wildlife succumb to natural causes such as rainstorms, wind, disease and predators; however, many more young animals are killed by humans who attempt to lend a helping hand to the adult wildlife. This help is not only unnecessary, it is illegal. In many cases, a federal permit must be obtained to possess wild birds, and in nearly ail cases, a state permit must be obtained to possess wildlife. Although human intervention is strongly discouraged, the DNR recognizes that in some cases, it is difficult to turn away. In situations where the adult has been killed, a person can take the young to a licensed rehabilitator who can care for the animals and release them back to the wild. Injured wildlife can also be taken to rehabilitators. Under no circumstances should an individual attempt to care for the animals. The Division of Fish and Wildlife has a list of licensed rehabilitators in Indiana. If you know of orphaned or injured wildlife, call the division at 317-232-4080, and a representative can give you the name and phone number of the nearest rehabilitator. But keep the following situations in mind before you interfere, and try to avoid the temptation of being a wildlife parent. A young bird fluttering under a tree is not necessarily injured. It is probably learning to fly under the watchful eyes of nearby adults. If you discover a nest of young rabbits, leave them alone! You will probably never see the adult, but she returns periodically to feed and care for them. If a young bird has fallen from the nest, place it back in the nest if possible. Adults will continue to care for the bird. (Gloves are recommended when handling wildlife.) Ducks build nests in various locations and not always near water. Do not be alarmed. The female will get the ducklings to water. Soma 6.5 million Americans play tennis at least twice a week.