The Independent-News, Volume 118, Number 16, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 10 September 1992 — Page 1

The Independent-News

VOLUME 118; NUMBER 16

FALCONS TOP KNOX 20-8 IN DEFENSIVE GAME The John Glenn Falcons won a hard hitting game with Knox to re- I cord their first victory of the season and first under new coach Dan Drotar. With the defense holding the Redskins pretty well in check, the offense took advantage of real good field position twice in the second quarter to gain a 13-0 halftime lead and then hold on for the 20-8 victory. Glenn Statistics Knox 10 Statistics 6 135 Rushing 61 57 Passing 120 9 Passes Attempted 15 3 Passes Completed 6 0 Had Intercepted 1 Punts 5 33 Average Yards 34 4 Fumbles 2 0 Fumbles Lost 2 100 Yards Penalized 35 The game opened on a strong defensive note by both teams. Neither team could sustain a drive and threaten the other as the Falcons were able to register just two first downs to Knox's one. The second period found Glenn * getting possession early in the period on the Knox 36 yard line and quarterback Pat Speckhart hit Jason Bare with a 28 yard scoring pass a couple of plays later. The extra point was missed, but the Falcons had scored their first points of the season and led in the game 6-0 with 9:48 left in the half. A Knox fumble was covered by the Falcons and they went back on offense again on the Redskins 40 yard line. This time it took a little longer, but a key third down pass reception from Speckhart to Jason Fisher sustained the drive and Speckhart later capped it with a three year run for the score. This time Brian Perry’s kick was true and the Falcons led 13-0 with 5:43 still left in the half. Nothing of consequence happened in the final five and a half minutes and the Falcons enjoyed their lead at the main intermission. The third quarter was more like the first, with possession going back and forth with neither team gaining much momentum. A fine punt return by Jason Groves of 33 yards put the Falcons back in good field position heading into the final stanza. As they drove towards the goal line, the Knox defense tightened and forced the Falcons to try a field goal. On the attempt, the snap was fumbled and Jason Groves picked up the ball, scrambled around and then found Jason Fisher in the end zone for a touchdown. Perry’s kick was good and the Falcons had taken advantage of another situation to take a 20-0 lead. Knox managed to avert a shutout with a touchdown late in the game. J. R. Geller hit Andy Fox with a 55 yard pass and run play and they followed with a two point conversion to make the final score 20-8. The touchdown came with only 1:11 left in the contest. The defense was the key in this game and hard hitting and solid football on the defensive line was responsible for the victory. The Scoring JOHN GLENN: Jason Bare, 28

Fire Extinguisher Clinic Planned In North Liberty A Fire Extinguisher Ginic is being planned by the Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department for Wednesday. September 23, at 7:00 p.m. at the North Liberty Community Building. At this meeting area homeowners will have the opportunity to pick up some pointers on types of extinguishers and the proper location of these extinguishers in the home, along with safe handling procedures when using them. Area farmers will also have the opportunity to learn about the different types of extinguishers to have on harvesting equipment this fall along with some helpful hints on how to prevent combine fires. After the meeting people attending will have an opportunity to have any of their old fire extinguishers recharged, or for those not having any, the option to purchase one. For more information you may contact John Gouker at 656-8915 or John Dooms at 656-8343. Everyone is welcome. Open House Set For Bethel’s Bowen Museum An open house for the Bowen Museum at Bethel College will be held Sunday, September 20 from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. at the museum, housed in the Otis and Elizabeth Bowen Library, 1001 W. McKinley Avenue (Logan at McKinley), Mishawaka. The museum contains the papers and memorabilia of Dr. Otis R. Bowen, Indiana's 42nd governor and former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Hundreds of campaign buttons, political cartoons, news clippings and photographs unfolding all aspects of Dr. Bowen's career enhance the collection, which also includes "Doc” Bowen’s housecalling bag and early medical instruments, personal items that belonged to Dr. Bowen and his family, and his governor’s chair. Dr. Bowen is scheduled to be present to greet visitors and answer their questions during the open house. The public is welcome to attend. Regular museum hours are on Wednesdays between 2 and 4 p.m., or by special appointment. For information call the currator of the museum or the librarian at (219) 257-3347 or 259-8511. yard pass from Pat Speckhart; PAT: kick failed JOHN GLENN: Pat Speckhart, 3 yard run; PAT: Brian Perry, kick JOHN GLENN: Jason Fisher, 7 yard pass from Jason Groves; PAT: Brian Perry, kick KNOX: Andy Fox, 55 yard pass from J R. Geller; PAT: Bill Wakai, run Score By Quarters Glenn 0 13 0 7— 20 Knox 0 0 0 8 — 8

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 4:30 p.m.—John Glenn boys tennis team to host North Judson. 4:30 p.m.—John Glenn cross country teams to travel to Bremen for meets with Bremen and Goshen. 6:00 p.m.—John Glenn girls volleyball teams to host North Judson. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 7:30 p.m.—John Glenn Falcons football team will host LaVille in the first home game of the season. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 9:00 a.m. —John Glenn girls volleyball team will participate in the Triton Invitational. 9:00 a.m. —John Glenn boys and girls cross country teams will participate in the Tippecanoe Valley Invitational. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 6:00 p.m. —John Glenn junior varsity football team will travel to LaVille. 8:00 p.m.—Walkerton 1.0.0. F. Lodge will meet. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 4:00 p.m. —John Glenn boys tennis team to host LaVille. 4:00 p.m.—The Urey cross Country team will travel to LaPorte Keslingfora meet. 4:30 p.m. —John Glenn cross country teams will visit Mishawaka Marian for meets with St. Joe, Marian, Bremen and Bethany Christian. 6:00 p.m.—John Glenn girls volleyball teams will travel to New Prairie for games. 7:30 p.m. —John Glenn School Corp Board of Trustees to meet at the John Glenn High School. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 4:15 p.m.—John Glenn boys tennis team to host South Bend St. Joe. 4:30 p.m.—John Glenn cross country teams to travel to Michigan City Marquette. 6:00 p.m.—John Glenn girls volleyball teams will visit Argos. TUXEDO JUNCTION TO PERFORM AT POTATO CREEK Potato Creek State Park will host a performance of Tuxedo Junction on Saturday, September 19, at 7:00 p.m. at the Peppermint Hill Shelter as part of their Darcey Days weekend. Tuxedo Junction performs music of the 30's and 40’s in true big band style. This performance is truly fitting for this weekend focusing on the history of the Potato Creek State Park area. The first proponent of the Park, Darcey Worster, and his wife were members of the Guy Lombardo fan club and and music was an important part of their family's life. The concert is free of charge after the ' regular Park admission fee of $2.00 a car load is paid. It is suggested that lawn chairs be brought to ensure comfortable seating for the performance. In addition to the performance by Tuxedo Junction there will be several other programs offered this weekend focusing on the history of the area. These programs will range from a look at Darcey Worster’s life to exploring an old farm site. Contact the Park at 656-8186 for further schedule details and times.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1992

J.G.H.S. LISTS PRICES FOR 1992-93 SEASONS John Glenn High School has announced its all-sports pass, season ticket and single game ticket prices for the 1992-93 athletic seasons. The all-sports pass for adults is $35.00 and $25.00 for students. Football season tickets are priced at SIO.OO for adults and $6.00 for students. The all-sports passes and season tickets are available at John Glenn High School. They will also be available for purchase at the first home varsity football game against LaVille on Friday, September 11. Boys basketball season tickets will be priced at $20.00 for adults and $14.00 for students. Tournament games are not included in the season ticket and all-sports pass prices. Single game tickets prices for football and boys basketball will be $3.00 for adults and students. Tickets for volleyball, junior-varsity football, girls basketball, wrestling, freshman basketball, baseball and track will be priced at $2.00 for adults and SI.OO for students. Senior citizens residing in the John Glenn School Corporation are eligible for a complimentary allsports pass to all home athletic events except tournaments. To qualify, persons must be 65 years of age or older and must receive their ticket in person at the John Glenn High School Athletic Office. FALCONS TO OPEN HOME FOOTBALL SEASON THIS FRIDAY NIGHT The John Glenn Falcons will host the LaVille Lancers this Friday at 7:30 p.m. The Falcons are 1-1 for the young season, both being conference games. This will not only be the home game opener for Glenn, but their first game for new coach Dan Drotar as he starts his tenure at John Glenn High School. Come on out and see what should be a good competitive football game at the high school level. SENIOR BOWLING TO BEGIN SEPTEMBER 16 The Senior Citizen Bowling will begin at the Walkerton Shady Lanes on Wednesday, September 16 at 2:00 p.m. All seniors are welcome to come and bowl or just be a spectator and supporter to 1 share in the fun and friendship. FARM BUREAU BUS TRIP TO FARM PROGRESS SHOW The St. Joseph County Farm Bureau will be having a bus trip going to the Farm Progress Show in Columbus, Indiana, on Wednes- । day, September 30. The cost of the trip is $25 00. If interested call 656-8072 2tsl7 NOTICE Trash pick up for the Town of Walkerton will be Friday. September 11th due to the holiday on Monday, September ’’th (Labor Day). The U.S.-Canadian border, excluding Alaska, is 3,987 miles.

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JOHN GLENN SCHOOL BOARD MEETING CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL The Board of School Trustees of the John Glenn School Corporation met in regular session on September 1, 1992, at 7:30 p.m. in the John Glenn High School. All members were present. The School Board, superintendent and 23 observers began the meeting with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance led by Boy Scout Troop 241 from North Liberty APPROVAL OF MINUTES The School Board minutes for the regular session of August 18. 1992 were approved by unanimous consent. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS 1,430 1,526 A motion was made by Gene Knowlton, seconded by John McGee. to approve claims numbered 1,430 through 1,526. The motion was approved by a seven to zero vote. PATRON RESPONSE None. RECOGNITIONS Mr. Kaufman, principal at North Liberty Elementary School, acknowledged an anonymous donation of S6OO to North Liberty Elementary School to be divided in the following manner: Mrs. Clauss, Kindergarten, $100; Miss Bellman, Resource, $100; Mrs. Houston, Resource. $100; Mrs. Gurtner, Grade 1, $100; Mrs. Rans. Speech. $100; and Mrs. Williams, Counselor. SIOO. The donation was accepted by unanimous consent. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approve Recommendation to Appoint Denise Daube as HalfTime Sixth Grade Teacher at Walkerton Elementary School. The superintendent reported that enrollment in the sixth grade at Walkerton Elementary School had increased to a teacher/pupil ratio of one to 31. To provide for a better instructional situation, it was recommended that an additional section be added to the sixth grade to reduce the teacher/pupil ratio, and Denise Daube be employed on a half-time basis to staff the additional position. A motion was made by Nilas Miller, seconded by Gene Knowlton, to approve the recommendation to add the additional section and to employ Denise Daube as teacher for the additional section. The motion passed by a seven to zero vote. 2. Appointments a. Consider the Appointment of Deb Walls as Head Cook at North Liberty Elementary School A motion was made by Dan Patrick, seconded by Rob Keck, to approve the recommendation to r appoint Deb Walls as Head Cook at North Libert) Elementary School. The motion passed by a seven to zero vote. b. Approve the Appointment of Marjone Gierlowski as Teacher Aide at Walkerton Elementary School A motion was made by Shirley Anderson, seconded by Rob Keck to approve the appointment of Marjorie Gierlowski as an aide to work with handicapped students in kindergarten at Walkerton Ele(continued on Page 7)