The Independent-News, Volume 117, Number 41, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 5 March 1992 — Page 9

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1987 Tuesday, February 17, marked the 90th birthday of the National P.T.A. As their part in the celebration, the Walkerton Elementary P.T.A. has set up a display at the Walkerton Public Library through Friday, February 20. This display has information concerning P.T.A. programs, how you can become a P.T.A. member, what is happening in our Legislature and how we can become better parents in helping make our schools quality schools. National FFA Week, February 21-28, is the time to share your enthusiasm and dedication to high school agriculture and the Future Farmers of America. State Senator V. Richard Miller (R-Plymouth) and State Representative Richard W. Mangus (K-Lake-ville) will hold legislative coffees in Walkerton and North Liberty this Saturday. February 21. Urey art students have four art projects on display at the Century Center Art Gallery. Christine Paschen was the recipient of a Gold Key Medal of Excellence for her sculpture piece; Patti Christensen was honored with two certificates of merit for her work in photography and watercolor; while Christy Osborn was honored with a certificate of merit for her 3deminsional clay work. 1982 Gaylord Saltzgaber, chairman of the sixth annual Potato Creek Festival, announced that the festival this year will be held August 13 and 14, in North Liberty. The Walkerton Park Board met on February 11, with the following members present, Leonard Northam, Roger Huizenga and Dirk Pletcher. William Hartman was absent. After a long discussion on revenue coming in, the board, on a motion by Huizenga, seconded by Pletcher, passed a new rental charge schedule to be made for the use of the Youth and Community Buildings: Private parties—sso.oo. For profit organizations — $50.00. For profit organizations meeting more than twice a month —$25.00 each time.

(Z)®IZ<E WINNING Winning a state fair pie baking contest...earning a trip to New Orleans. as one of the country’s top 50 pie bakers...competing in the Crisco Great American Pie Celebration, vying for a wealth of prizes including a kitchen full of Kitchen Aid appliances...all this was by no means old hat to Louise Kopasz of Pueblo, Colorado. But if she kept her cool somewhat letter than other contestants, it might Im* Irecause it was her second trip to these finals. The retired teacher earned top honors for the second straight year with this delicious "High Country Peach Pie.” HIGH COUNTRY PEACH PIE Crust 2*4 c. unbleached high-altitude ¥« c. Butter Flavor Crisco all-purpose flour 6 to 7 tbsp, water tsp. salt Milk Filling 5t06 c. peeled, sliced fresh Mi tsp. nutmeg Colorado peaches (7 to 8 % tsp. cinnamon peaches) 1 tbsp, cornstarch (optional)* ¥« c. sugar 1 to 2 tbsp, butter or margarine ‘A pkg. tapioca pudding mix (about 3 tbsp, plus 2*4 tsp.) (not instant) Heat oven to 375’F. For crust, combine flour and salt in bowl. Cut in Butter Flavor Crisco using pastry blender (or fork! until all flour is just blended in to form pea size chunks. Sprinkle with water, one tbsp, at a time. Toss lightly with fork until dough forms ball. Divide dough in half. Press between hands to form two 5 to 6-inch “pancakes”. Flour pastry cloth and pin lightly Roll dough for bottom crust into circle one inch larger than upside-down 9-inch pie plate. Loosen dough carefully. Transfer to pie plate. Trim edge even with pie plate. For filling, combine peaches, sugar, pudding mix, nutmeg and cinnamon in large microwave-safe bowl. Cover lightly with waxed paper. Microwave at 100% (HIGH) 3 min. Stir in cornstarch, if desired. Microwave at 100% (HIGH) 3 min. Spoon into unbaked pie shell. Dot with butter. Moisten pastry edge with water. Roll top crust same as bottom. Lift onto filled pie. Trim Winch beyond edge of pie plate. Fold top edge under bottom crust. Flute Brush with milk. Cut slits or designs in top crust or prick with fork for escape of steam Bake at 375’F for 35 min. Cool until barely warm or to room temperature before serving. Makes one 9-inch pie. •Cornstarch may be added if peaches appear juicy (‘4 c. or more juice). Mix with juice before stirring into hot filling.

For non-profit organizations — SIO.OO. Special groups will not be charged a fee, they are —Youth Groups and Senior Citizens Groups. “Antique Auto Show,” an acrylic painting on canvas by John Thomas, John Glenn High School art instructor, was chosen for the cover of the February Evansville Museum Bulletin and for the feature story in the February 4 edition of the Evansville Press. 1972 The Walkerton Cub Scouts will hold their annual Blue and Gold Banquet at 7:30 on Saturday, February 26, in the Walkerton Elementary School. The Nurse's Scholarship is being offered by the Woman's Community Club of Walkerton to a John Glenn High School graduate who will be entering nurses training this fall. This Sunday has been designated as Heart Sunday, February 27, in Walkerton. This is a part of the nationwide Heart Month campaign. The PLJ P.T.A., Tri Kappa and St. Patrick's Women’s Club announce the annual Arts and Crafts Contest to be held on April 23 at the Walkerton Elementary School gym. The Urey Middle School 7th grade team won the New Prairie tourney held on Saturday, February 12, with the Panthers topping the North Liberty Shamrocks 24-19 to advance to the final game with LaVille. The Panthers won by a score of 32-26 with Larry Stull and Barry Heim each getting nine points for the victory. At the market pork steak was selling for 69 cents a pound, roasting chickens at 39 cents a pound; bulk sausage at 59 cents a pound; chuck steak at 89 cents a pound; one pound carton of cottage cheese for 29 cents; Ballard dinner rolls, four for $1.00; six Banquet pot pies for 99 cents; 32 ounces of hash browns for 39 cents; five loaves of bread for 89 cents; three Betty Crocker cake mixes for 89 cents; king size bottle of Downey for 99 cents; bananas at 11 cents a pound; and three pounds of yellow onions for 29 cents.

1952 Immunication clinics will be conducted in the Walkerton school during February and March. The clinics are conducted by the St. Joseph Health Department with the cooporation of the school and county medical society. Tetanus or lock-jaw immunization shots will be given. Want a tasty dinner — at these prices — why not. At Welco Restaurant. operated by James and Frances Meltinos, the following specials were offered. Round steak, potatoes, salad, bread, butter and coffee for $1.25; tender smoked ham steak with potatoes, salad, bread, butter and coffee, for $1.15; half dozen jumbo French fried shrimp with potatoes, salad, bread, butter and coffee for $1.25. 1942 The Walkerton Masonic Lodge will celebrate the burning of the mortgage on the property with a big party at the Temple on Thursday evening. May 19. The building was purchased from the Archie Williams Estate in November of 1936. A remodeling program was set in motion at once, converting the building, which had served as a general store for Rearick and Divine for many years, into a Masonic Temple. The basement floor was used for kitchen and dining room, the main floor for recreation and the top floor for lodge purposes. Dedication services were held. The first public event to be staged in Walkerton under the direction of the United Services Organizations in honor of the new residents of town, living in West York and at the dormitories, will be held at the high school gym on Saturday evening, February 21, starting at eight o'clock. William Summers, 60, of Knox, night watchman at the dormitories in Walkerton, was found dead on Wednesday morning near Dormitory No. 2, when the day watchman, Otto Sache, came to work at 7:00. Death was found to be due to a skull fracture which resulted when Mr. Summers slipped on the ice and fell striking his head on the frozen ground. ANCILLA ANNOUNCES SPRING DINNER THEATER “Barefoot in the Park" will be presented at Ancilla College on Wednesday. March 25. The longrunning Broadway hit about a pair

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of newlyweds who set up housekeeping in a rackety apartment will be staged during a dinner theater scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the Ancilla Auditorium. The play takes its title from the scatter-brained bride's insistence that to walk shoeless through the February snow is a test of whether her young, rather proper bridegroom is a sufficiently free spirit to । deserve her. This Neil Simon comedy will be performed by the nationally acclaimed touring company Repertory Theater of America, Alpha-Omega Players. This smash comedy hit, accompanied by a superb meal, will delight the audience on March 25. For reservations or information, call Ancilla College office (219) 936-8898. Seating is limited. WALKERTON WOMEN’S COMMUNITY CLUB ANNUAL ART CONTEST The art contest sponsored by the GFWC Walkerton Woman's Community Club will be held at the Community Building on Saturday, March 21. Contest entry blanks have been sent to the local high schools. The contest is open to high school seniors only. These students must be residents of Indiana and must be endorsed by the Walkerton Woman’s Community Cub. They must have three samples of their work, each in a different art media. All areas of art are accepted. Students interested in competing must submit letters of acceptance from an art school or letters of intent of attendance of an art school. They must also have a letter of endorsement from their high school principal or their art teacher. Entries must be at the Community Building at 12:00 noon on the 21st of March. Judging will be at 1:00 p.m. If you are interested and want more information about the contest, call or write Alice Walker, Rt. 5, 111 Sunset Drive. Walkerton, phone 586-3405. The scholarship is for $1,000.00. REAL ESTATE SALES COURSE TO BE OFFERED AT ANCILLA COLLEGE The approved Real Estate Sales Course will be offered at Ancilla College beginning on Tuesday, March 10. Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for nine weeks. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be qualified to take the State Real Estate Licensing Examination. For more information and/or to register for the Real Estate Sales Course, call Ancilla College at 936-8898.

JENO’S ETHNIC RESTAURANT & GARDEN PATIO Sunny’s Place From North Liberty Has A New Location Opening March 7 At 512 So. Spring St., Mishawaka, Ind. Sunny says “Come and feel the warm, comfortable atmosphere ' Hours: Monday * Saturday, 11:00 a m. * 9.00 p m. Sunday, Make Your Reservation For Private Parties Phone (219) 255-5274

Dear Betty Crocker Question: Do dried beans have to soak overnight? Is there a faster way to prepare them? E.P., Bozeman, MT Answer: You can use a guicksoak method rather than soak dried beans overnight. Place a cup of beans in a pan with four cups of water. Bring to boiling; boil uncovered for two minutes. Turn off heat and let them stand, covered, for one hour. Then you can follow your recipe for cooking beans as directed. Lentils and split peas need not be soaked. They become softened in just an hour of cooking. Question: What can 1 do to prevent my cooked creamy frosting from becoming grainy? 0.W., Mountain View, CA Answer: First, make sure you measure accurately. While the frosting cooks, resist the urge to stir because this can cause crystals to form and leave frosting coarse. Finally, beating frosting that’s too hot may make it grainy. Let your frosting cool about five minutes in a pan filled with water and ice or until it cools at 110 degrees. Question: I'd like to make a double batch of brownies by combining two box mixes and baking in one pan. Do you recommend this? C.L., Ponca Gty, NE Answer: Brownie mix is developed to work best according to package directions If you combine two mixes, both pan size and baking time will change and the brownies may not turn out as you expect. For best results, follow directions on the packages and bake in two seperate pans Do you have a cooking question? Write Dear Betty Crocker, Box 1113, Dept. Betty, Minneapolis. MN 55440 Tip of the Week: Dress up your favorite stew with dumplings cooked on the stew, about 20 minutes before serving. Use a scratch or packaged biscuit recipe. The bright flowers of the prickly pear cactus bloom for only one day WEDDING STATIONERY Traditional & Contemporary Invitations COMPLETE SELECTION OF । ACCESSORIES FOR WEDDING AND RECEPTION ’ Independent-News t 601 Roosevelt Rd Walkerton

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