The Independent-News, Volume 117, Number 43, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 19 March 1992 — Page 1

The Independent-News

VOLUME 117; NUMBER 43

Recycling Days March 19 & 20 At North Liberty Come bring in the materials you have been collecting to be recycled to us Thursday, March 19 between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. or Friday, March 20 between the hours of 3:00 and 8:00 p.m. at the North Liberty Community Building. Items can only be accepted at these times, do not try to bring them earlier or on different dates. We have been having this happen to often and the items can only be put into the trash. Do not waste the time and effort you have invested in bringing these items to us by dropping them off at an unmanned site. If there are no volunteers at the site, then we are not open. Items we are collecting are: Aluminum: Cans should be rinsed dean and smashed; foil should be rinsed clean and folded up; scrap (lawn chairs, screen doors) should be broken down and other metals (screws, screens) removed. Newspaper: Should be dean, dry and put into brown paper sacks. Corrugated cardboard: Should be folded down and all staples and tape removed. Glass (green, dear, and brown) oottles and jars: Rinsed dean with the lids and rings removed, labels can stay on, no dishes or glasses or window glass. Plastic (milk jugs, soda bottles, and detergent bottles): Rinsed dean with soap water, with cap and rings removed, labels can stay on, smashed down. Food cans (tin): Rinsed dean and smashed fiat. The North Liberty Recycling Committee is a volunteer run group that is trying to provide a much needed service for the North Liberty/Walkerton area. We need volunteers each month to keep the drop off site open. If you are willing to help support this project with your time, please write to us at North Liberty Recycling Committee, P.O. Boi 554, North Liberty, IN 46554. This month only, recycle your phone book. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP MEETING On Tuesday, March 24, there will be an Alzheimer’s Support Group meeting in the conference room at Miller’s Merry Manor at Walkerton, at 7:00 p.m. A most interesting video, “Managing Difficult Behavior”, will be presented and a time for discussion will follow. Some common feelings Alzheimer’s patients experience will be discussed and tips given to the care-giver in dealing with behavior problems experienced by their loved ones will be given. Topics addressed in the video are: catastrophic reactions, wandering, hallucinations and delusions, repitious actions, suspiciousness, losing or hiding belongings, agitation and restlessness. Please join us for this time of sharing and supporting one another. If you have any questions or need transportation, please phone Myrna Stull at 586-3133.

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Pictured above are Trudy Grahm, dairy-frozen foods manager; Mr. Dick Reese, principal at Urey Middle School; and Carl Vermilyer, co-manager at Ray & Kenny’s presenting a check to Urey Middle School through the “Education Advantage” program implemented through the local grocery store. Ray & Kenny’s Super Valu, Walkerton, is very proud to donate again to our local schools. The amount donated so far this year is $6,200.00. The donations are REGIONAL CONFERENCE On Monday, May 11, at 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Indiana University Northwest Campus, Gary, the Sixth Chapter I Regional Conference for parents will be held. Parents have been extended an invitation to spend an exciting day at college. They will have an opportunity to participate in over 80 workshops to help them answer concerns about helping their child. Many outstanding speakers have been selected for their expertise and interest in promoting maximum student achievement and improved self-concept. The Chapter 1 Department will pay the registration fee for the parents of any Chapter I student. (Lunch is included.) Other parents are welcome but will be responsible for the $7.00 registration fee. Transportation will be provided for all parents attending the conference from our school corporation, if they choose. For information call North Liberty Elementary at 656-8123 or Walkerton Elementary at 586-3186. Registration forms are available at either elementary school. Registration deadline is Friday, April 3. 2tm26 CELEBRATES 7DTH BIRTHDAY A surprise 70th birthday party was held for Evelyn Eckstein by her daughter, Alice Conrad, at Park Jefferson Clubhouse, in South Bend. Friends from Chicago, Michigan City and the Michiana area attended. A delicious luncheon was served and many beautiful gifts were received by the honored guest. Find it in the classifieds!

through the “Education Advantage” program where customers save their pink cash register receipts and turn them into any area school or give to a student to turn in. Participating schools include Walkerton Elementary, North Liberty Elementary, Urey Middle School, John Glenn High School, St. Patrick’s School and OregonDavis Elementary School. Ray A Kenny's gives one percent of the purchase amount to the school of your choice. FINAL REGISTRATION FOR WALKERTON JR. LEAGUE Little League sign-up will be held Saturday, March 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and Wednesday, March 25 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Walkerton Youth Building. T-Bali ages are 5-7, Minor league 8-10, and Major league 11-13. The fee is $15.00 or $25.00 for family. Registriation forms by be obtained at Walkerton Elementary School and Urey Middle School until April 1. Any late sign-ups may be mailed to Curt Pletcher, R.R. 1, Box 276, Walkerton, IN 46574 by April 1 or call 784-8724. BEACH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE This summer we will be forming a beach volleyball league, on Thursday nights, here in Walkerton. The teams will consist of four person teams (2 males and 2 females). Anyone interested in more information please call 5867922 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 586-2451 after 5:00 p.m. MARSHALL CO. CHRISTIAN WOMEN TO MEET The Marshall County Christian Women will meet on April 3, at 7:00 p.m., at the Balloon Wurks Restaurant, Plymouth Holiday Inn. Cost for the dinner meeting is $7.50 per person. Theme for the meeting is Baseball Fever—Opening Nite. There will be no child care available. Prepaid reservations are necessary and must be received by Friday, March 27. Send in reservations to Vicki Douglas, 13080 Nutmeg Ridge, Plymouth. Use Your Seat Beltsl

THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 1992

John Glenn Lists Winter Sports Award Winners The 1991-1992 winter sports awards were presented at John Glenn High School last week by the coaches of the various sports. Wrestling Dan Long — Most valuable wrestler Dave Menefee — Most improved Jacob Casteel — Falcon Award Dan Schmeltz — Mental attitude Wrestling was coachedd by Gene Bailey. Giris Basketball Michele Knepp — Most valuable player Tami Lidgard — Free throw per centage Tracey Legge — Most rebounds Kim Ruby — Most assists Tami Lidgard — Most improved Gerrie Schmidt — Mental attitude The girls basketball was coached by Scott Hostetler. Boys Basketball Kevin Stedman — Most valuable player Ryan Peterson — Mental attitude award Jayson Kincaid — Best free throw percentage Kevin Stedman — Most rebounds Jason Groves and Toby Gardner — Most assists Toby Gardner — Most improved player Boys basketball was coachedd by Gordon Mosson. NOTICE Mvrna’s Studio of Hair Design will close at noon March 14 and reopen at 8:00 a.m. March 26. 3tml9p OREGON TOWNSHIP SENIORS TO MEET The Oregon Township Senior Citizens Club will meet on Thursday, March 19, at the Koontz Lake Conservation clubhouse, at 12:00 noon, E.S.T. Bring a covered dish for the pot luck and your own table service. Hope to see you all. This is the first meeting of this year. HUNTER’S EDUCATION COURSE MARCH 22 A 29 An Indiana Hunter's Education Course will be presented on Sunday, March 22 andd 29, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. C.S.T., free of charge, at the Fish Lake Conservation Club. For information call Donnie Long, 369-9560 or Larry Long, 586-7705. CHURCH DINNER MARCH 21 The Pine Creek Church of the Brethren, corner of Pine and Stanton Roads, North Liberty, will be serving a swiss steak supper, on Saturday, March 21, from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. The menu consists of swiss steak, potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, salad bar and dessert bar for $5.00 for adults, children ages six to 12, $3.00 and under six, free. For tickets call 784-2608 or 586-7925. Carry-outs will be available at $5.00 each which indudes the salad and dessert bar. Profits going to Mission Outreach. Send a message with a happy ad.

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Fire Destroys Part Os Hiler Home Saturday A fire at the home of Larry and Janet Hiler, Route 1, Tyler Road, Walkerton, was called in at 12:21 a.m. on Saturday, March 14. The Walkerton Volunteer Fire Department arrived on the scene at 12:28 a.m. and flames were through the roof, siding, doors and windows with a 40 percent loss to the home. The fireplace acted as a fire wall to the other part of the home which suffered smoke and heat damage. The home was being remodeled with a large addition added. No one was at home. During the remodeling the Hilers are living in Culver. The Walkerton Department was assisted by the Polk Twp. Fire Department. The Koontz Lake Fire Department was on stand-by. Fire chief Jeff Baker would like to thank the Ambulance Service, Police Department, the dispatcher, Welco and Ray A Kenny’s. The firement left the scene around 7:30 a.m. The Fire Marshal's office will be investigation the fire on Thursday. W.E.S. SETS KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION On Thursday, March 26, the Walkerton Elementry School will be holding registration for students eligible to attend Kindergarten in the 1992-93 school year. The office will be open for registration from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. To enter kindergarten a child must be five (5) years of age on or before June 1. A birth certificate (one issued by the health department in the county where the child was born) and a record of immunizations shall also be presented before the first day of attendance. Incoming students will be evaluated on April 13 and 14. Arrangements for the testing will be made during registration. DINOSAURS AT THE WALKERTON LIBRARY This week the Walkerton Public Library will feature dinomite dinosaurs during the weekly story hour. Children will hear different stories about dinosaurs, take a look at the library's dinosaur bones and get to make a movable dinosaur. Story hour is on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon for children ages four and up. For more information stop in or call the library at 586-2933. POT LUCK DINNER SATURDAY A pot luck dinner will be held on Saturday, March 21, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Koontz Lake Conservation Club. You are welcome to come and join us. NOTICE Jim’s Barber Shop, Koontz Lake, will be dosed Saturday, April 4th and will reopen April 14. Thank you. 2tm26p Almost half the newspapers in the world are published in the U.S. and Canada.