The Independent-News, Volume 120, Number 23, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 20 October 1994 — Page 4

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- THE INDEPENDENT NEWS - OCTOBER 20. 1904

| EDITORIAL

CHANGES WITH THE TIMES Being in my early 6O's, it is sometimes hard for me to believe that so many Americans, people around me who do not seem so young, are almost or completely ignorant of World War 11. Being only a youngster at the time, there are still may stories and events that come to mind, often rather vividly. It seems strange some people cannot believe that here in Walkerton we had “blackouts” and air raid drills. The many other events that accompanied the war also are memories we shall never forget. Rationing, sacrifice, giving up of this and that, paper drives, saving of fats and greases, going without sugar or a very minimum, the gasoline rationing that limited travel, and oh yes. the 35 m.p.h. speed limit that was nationwide as an effort to help save gas and rubber. A good share of the traffic that passes now in town is going faster than this. These restrictions were necessary at the time. A couple other facts or terms, whatever you want to classify them, were unheard of then. Stress . . . fifty years ago this was a part of life, if you had what they call stress today, you simply lived through or around it. You didn't change your lifestyle, run off to doctors and specialists, or even show that much of a problem. But let someone come along and tell you that stress is a main factor in your life ... in your job and in about everything you do, and all of a sudden people suffer from this canibalistic idea as it eats one after another up day in and day out. Another thing that wasn’t present and taken for granted at that time was “assistance”. Call it whatever you want, but America has grown into a country with a large portion of the population feeling someone owes them something. We are not knocking social security, welfare, aid to dependent children, housing allowances, etc., in general, but realizing that these many programs were formed to aid people, not support them, for many they have become away of life, not just an assist when help is truly needed. it strikes me that although figures and statistics (which can be made to say about anything you want) brag about an umemployment rate of ONLY five percent, m. be even lower than that, can be reported when there are companies and business all over the area begging for workers. Why isn’t unemployment at 0 percent? Why? Because too many people do not want to work or feel they have to work when they can get assistance without out putting out much effort. Quoting a rather famous phrase from a television commercial, there just aren’t enough people who: “do it the old fashioned way, they earn it!” Our forefathers came up with a constitution and bill of rights that was second to none in the world. Some of the ideas and practices were almost amazing at the time, and even possibly more so as the years pass by. However, give the public a chance and they will find loopholes, excuses, reasons, about anything that can be turned into personal gam. from these long-time laws set down by the founders of this great land 01 ours. In fact, they have pushed many of these “rights” to the point of ridiculousness. And to make matters worse, along comes a judge setting in a court somewhere that makes one decision in his own interpretation, and it often sets precedence for many quite unrelated other instances. Don’’ net me wrong, America is a great place to be raised and live. We have it very good and often don’t realize it. Where else in the world has the government belonged to the people for so long with great results. Where has technology and advancement been better or faster. Maybe it gets tied up in our own red tape a little longer as the human element of today enters in, but all in all, our country is still the leader of the world and a power on all fronts. This also can lead to problems, but never-the-less, don't ever think of trading what we have for what someone else might have. We have problems to be solved, in many areas, but still have the structure and ability to control our own destiny. A lot of what was formed in the “Good old days” still lives with us and continues to be a guiding force in our lives. Are we ready and able to admit it and take advantage of what has been given us or are we going to continune to try and abuse, cheat, work-around situations, etc., for our own personal advantage? The choice is ours . . . and it is a choice too many do not take seriously. Only time will tell what the next 200 years ... or even much less than that, may hold for us.

VOICE OF THE PEOPLE

“Be Pocftfve About Walkerton A gentleman with a very negative attitude approached me after a recent Chamber meeting He wanted to complain about how our town was dying. And 1 said, “Be positive about Walkerton". Walkerton is growing. When was the last time you drove down through the industrial Parks’ Almost all our current industries have added on, building 171.348 more

square feet since 1990. This means more jobs, less taxes and growth for our community. Plus another new lot has been purchased m the Northeast Industrial Park. If you haven’t already, you’ll soon become familiar with our new corporate neighbor, Rossborough Manufacturing. Dave and Jim Hostetler are moving their business to town on State Road 104. This the first new plant in

Walkertron in years. This is tremendous! With the addition of Dollar General our downtown is much busier. It’s not as easy to find parking as before, but it’s still possible. Larry's Quick Mart has expanded. The Starlight Inn has added a family dining area. J.D.’s Backroom is remodeled. Seafood Marketing & Consulting has moved and expanded adding a new storefront downtown. Corporate Staffine Resources have moved into the

; Memories . . . | FROM OUR FILES

October 16, 1964 JOHN GLENN BAND RECEIVES FIRST DIVISION RATING — The John Glenn Marching Falcon Band received a first division rating at the ISSMA Regional contest, held Saturday in Kokomo. The Falcons concluded their season ranking 6th out of the 16 entries in Class D. FREE WEEKEND OFFER COMING FROM PARCABLE — A four-day extended weekend of entertainment from Home Box Office and Cine max will be available to all Par Cable subscribers October 25 - 28 on cable channel 30. GLENN CROSS COUNTRY TEAM WINS N.S.C. — The John Glenn cross country team came one point away from winning two championships last week. Tuesday evening the team won the NSC for the second year in a row. The Falcons set a new conference record by scoring 17 points to win. The old record was 21 held by New Prairie in 1981. Jeff Ransbottom was the individual conference champ. Eric Pentecost was second, Kraig Perkins third, David Hille fourth and David Fugate 7th. Eric Snell placed 18th and Rick Dillon 20th. On Friday evening, the team came one point short of winning the sectional and beating the 12th ranked team in the state. Michigan City Elston Elston won the sectional with 44 points to Glenn's 45. Oregon-Davis was third with 71 points. 1969 ONE WILL BE JOHN GLENN HOMECOMING QUEEN — One of 10 girls will be the 1969 football homecoming queen. She will be crowned Friday night at the halftime ceremonies of the John GlennSouth Central football game. Candidates and the organization they represent are: Vicki Klinedinst. FFA; Sandy Moms, senior; Barbara Naragon. Sunshine Club; Sue Mahlom, GAA; Carolyn Bacewic. Pep Club; Theresa DeSimone, sophomore; Kathy Pugsley, junior; Kitty Cripe, Business Cub; Barbara Drake, freshman; and NancyJackson. FFA. EXCERPT FROM EDITORIAL — What a thought! What would happen if all policemen were to quit and people were left on their own? Where would this town, area, state and nation be? It’s about time that the law enforcement officers are once again given the right to act in the general practices we know of this office. Recent incidents once again prove this to be true. Last week we read and heard about the trouble in South Bend schools. This doesn't completely fall under the jurisdiction of the police department, but the entire principle is the same thing . . . those who supposedly have the authority are now afraid to use it due to ruling after ruling and case after case where the guilty party is set free and often the offended is made the offender. What this country needs is to do away with two words. One is discrimination and the other is establishment. Behind these two words you will find more people hiding than Carter has little pills. What would happen today if

Officecenter. J. F. New Associates is growing. Surprise, two new restaurants are coming to town. An elusive fastfood franchise we’ve sought for years is coming. Plus a new Italian Restaurant is building where Kicker’s was. We are always saddened when a business is struggling. But please, be proud and "Be positive about Walkerton”. Gene Reese, president Walkerton Chamber

protests weren't made against "The Establishment". Somewhere along the line people have become more dependent on others . . . with "give me" two of the most important words in their lives. Someday again, "I will work for it” will have to replace "give me" or the moral decay that has started in this country will control us all. The remedy for this must be bom again ... in our homes ... in our schools . . . and in our churches. Proper starts in these three places would eliminate the larger percentage of our trouble todav. 1944 FHA TO SPEND $11,200 ON NEW PROJECT — The United States Government approved thru the Federal Works Agency, a grant of $11,200.00 to be used in Walkerton for the construction of a new building to be used as a nurseryschool. The building will be of frame constructions. T-shaped, and to be located in West York, just west of the housing office on Ohio Street. The school will be completely equipped according to FWA standards, for a nursery school, including all furniture, a central heating system and adequate rooms for the conduct of the school. WILL VOTE ON BAND TAX LEVY — At the coming deletion, November 7th. North Liberty and Liberty Township voters will have to consider besides the election of men to fill various officers. They will vote on a proposal of one mill on each SI.OO assessment which will raise $982.00 to be used to pay the expenses of a municipal band in North Libem. LAFEBER & SON WILL OB SERVE ANNIVERSARY — The La Feber & Son grocery and market will observe its 31st birthday anniversary by holding a special sale, starting Friday. October 20, and continuing through Saturday, October 28. COLD STORAGE PLANT READY BY OCTOBER 1— The Walkerton cold storage plant which is being installed by L. H. Bennett, of LaPorte, in the Lewis Kizer building (now the east half of Dollar General) w-ill be ready for opening about December 15th. The new lockers arrived in Walkerton a few weeks ago and are stored in the city hall garage until they can be installed. STUDIO DRESS SHOP TO MOVE SOON — The Studio Dress Shop, which has been located at 704 Roosevelt Road, since it founding several years ago, will move into larger quarters soon, according to Mrs. Zoa Walz, proprietor and manager. The store will be moved into the Roy Thompson building (where Christmas Shop & More just vacated), formerly occupied by Adelle's Restaurant. Mrs. Walz stated she hoped to be moved by the first of November. A nice An old Venetian law requires all gondolas, except those that belong to high officials, to be painted black

To Your Good Health by Paul G. Donohue, M.D.

DEAR DOCTOR DONOHUE: I am 68, a lady who plays golf, walking nine holes, three times a week. Also, I walk 30 minutes a day the other days. I always read about aerobic exercise and the need for 15-20 minutes a day of it. I w ant to improve my strength, which seems to be lagging, in spite of my activity. What am I doing right or wrong? - DEAR READER You need two kinds of exercise One is aerobic, the kind that gels (he heart pumping fast enough and long enough to improve its function Brisk walking on a regular basis for 15 to 20 minutes should satisfy that need Golf is not a great aerobic exercise, because of its stop and-start pattern Your daily walk, depending on its rate of speed, might be aerobic Walking does use the large body muscles, another requirement Besides the aerobic exercise, you need the kind to improve muscular strength —for towing golf carts It's exercise that imposes some resistance That means training with weights You can start modestly with light weights, gradually increasing the heaviness and the numbers of lifts Even if you start with only onepound weights, that's a beginning When you can lift that 12 times in a row, you can increase the heaviness by, say, a half-pound, using that weight until you work up to 12 lifts without laboring It's not all so simple Conditioning can be a bit more complex You might want to read the “Introduction to Fitness" material to get a start Other readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue — No. 12-WS, Box 5539. Riverion. N.J. 08077-5539. Enclose S 3 and a self-addressed, stamped (52 cents) No. 10 envelope.

Books

Fans who despair over the failure of a baseball agreement can take heart in the relief offered by Ken Bums, the genius who created the classic “The Civil War” for television and the subsequent book Now, during what normally would be pennant race and World Series time, Bums and collaborator Geoffrey C Ward score again with BASEBALL An Illustrated History (Knopf S6O 00). a magnificent tex tual/visual complement to their current TV series What poet Walt Whitman called “ our game — the American game” comes to life in this album of the national pastime from its formal inception in Hoboken's (N.J.) Elysian Fields through the Little League season of 1994 The research is remarkable, including a photo of then Assistant Secretary of the Navy Franklin Delano Roosevelt (before polio crippled him) leading the Washington Senators on field in military drill prior to a W'orld War I game Here are Cobb. DiMaggio, Ruth, the Deans, Mays, all the greats of the majors, minors, Negro leagues, the kids in schoolyards A true memento of the game, more meaningful than a 1994 Series souvenir even had it been plaved THE BASEBALL ANTHOLOGY, edited by Joseph Wallace (Abrams $39 95), offers readers a chance to "spend time with old heroes and modem legends," as majors manager Sparky Anderson notes in a Foreword Here in their own and the words of others are firsthand impressions of the game and its stars A fascinating romp down memory lane For optimists: THE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL CALENDAR 1995 (Macmillan $9 95), a year-long schedule featuring color action photos and trivia data One can hope