The Independent-News, Volume 121, Number 2, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 25 May 1995 — Page 4
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- THE INDEPENDENT-NEWS - MAY 25, 1995
| EDITORIAL |
MEMORIAL DAY 1995 Each year now for many years, our country has taken a few minutes once a year to pay tribute to the many who have given their lives for their country. Memorial Day, formerly known as Decoration Day, is a day set aside to remember . . . but as is the case with a lot of our holidays, the true meaning and purpose is often lost in the shuffle. Memorial Day 1995 is just a little bit special to many people. Not only is this the time to honor those who have given so much so unselfishly, this is a day when veterans of all our conflicts join together for one common purpose. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the end of World War 11, one that we can remember so vividly despite the fact we were only in the middle school years. But anyone old enought to realize anything, has to recall much about the “war to end all wars”. As it resulted, World War 11, while the largest and certainly one of the most devastating, wars and conflicts still continue as world peace still remains only a couple of words, not away of life for everyone. With the 50th anniversary, added interest is reflected back upon World War 11. Fifty years ago in May, the war in Europe ended. Fifty years ago in August, fighting stopped in the Pacific theater. Fifty years ago history completed another bloody page as many who served their countries on both sides, never returned home again. These facts seem to get lost in time if the don’t directly affect a family member, relative or a close personal friend. However, just this week in the Memories column of “The Independent-News”, taken from a May 1945 issue, was a very strong reminder of what happened. It was reported at that time that 13 gold stars had been awarded to Walkerton area men and boys. A gold star of course was the sign of the ultimate sacrifice. In all, our area had well over 350 boys and men in the service, most were able to return home, some still bearing the wounds of war, others in good health and of courcourse there were those who gave their lives maybe for a cause they truly didn’t understand. Consequently, Memorial Day 1995 is probably getting a little more attention than in some other years. Fiftieth anniversaries of different events, different battles, the end of the war, etc., are being celebrated this year causing more remembering and recalling of those dreaded years of war. It isn’t asking much of everyone, in their own way, to take a few minutes, not only on Monday, but anytime to remember those who gave so much for us. They gave us our life as we know it today and the living veterans will often keep these memories and thoughts to themselves, but we should be aware of them and what they did for us. In addition to planned Memorial Day services, any individual can take a few moments to remember and to give thanks. Evcen though the memories may hurt a little, they reflect our efforts to install world peace from those who threatened it . . . then and still today.
VOICE OF THE PEO^PIEj
“In Response” Dear Past Commander Whitaker, Why is it that most people who want to question my motives don’t ever take the time to get to know who 1 am? Why is it that most people who criticize Walkerton Town Council decisions are not at the meetings to hear what goes on? Are your facts presented accurate or second hand? Since to my knowledge, I do not know you; I do not understand and will not question your motives for publicly chastising me. Ido question your connection between the reason for my decisions (which you do not know) and my lack of patriotism. Can we assume that any individual that does not buy a poppy lacks patriotism? My father was in the U.S. Navy in World War 11. I served during the Vietnam War. Two of my high school classmates died in that war. Many friends that struggled thru basic and R.I.T. with me never returned. Probably the greatest gift that God has granted our nation is our individual freedoms. I hold them very sacred. I can not express to you the respect that I hold for those men and women who fought and died so that I can enjoy the opportunity for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
I apologize if you misinterpreted my decision as a lack of patriotism. It was not! You were correct that I lacked the fact that Walkerton veterans were associated with your group. I hope in the future that before you assume my motives, you would at the very least call and discuss your concerns with me. Sincerely, Gene Reese “Big Weekend” Memorial weekend is coming, and it will be a big one! Saturday morning starting at 6:00 a.m., the Walkerton Area Chamber of Commerce is holding its second pancake and sausage breakfast. This year it will be at Al’s Diner at Koontz Lake. Serving until noon. So come one and all. There will be a silent auction, and the goodies are rolling in. We have a door, wine, jacket, tool set, flowers and many more that I have to gather. So merchants if I forget you, give me a call at the Chamber office. Thanks Jeannie from Jeannie’s Red Hots for delivering your donation to my house. She’s also going to help serve at the 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 .a.m. shift. Members of the Chamber and several business personalities will be working. This would be a good place to bring your out of town guests for breakfast. Saturday evening is the Alumni Banquet of Walkerton High School. I hope all of you have your reser-
vations in. At least this year I didn’t have to chase down Mildred McKesson, Roy did! On Monday, services will be held at the cemetery at 11:00 a.m. There will be a short parade from Urey School to the services, feel free to join this group. It usually rains at the end and I get wet. As my friends tell me 1 won’t melt. I’m not sweet. But I tell them that salt also melts. Enough said. We have been eating at Little Joe’s on Monday night after the salebarn trip. Last week we had the ravioli, this week the spaghetti. Both were excellent and very filling. Service was also very good. It is nice to see smiling servers. The surroundings are very pleasant. If you haven’t been there, give it a try and tell them Nedra sent you. Now that I have told about the happenings this weekend, maybe I’ll see you at one or more of them. Happy Holidays! Sincerely, Nedra Williams “Tolerance” I believe that you have to begin to and recognize tolerance a little more in prison than you would on, the outside. It is not as easy to get away from someone or something that is bothering you in here. So it teaches you tolerance towards others. Or for some people in here, it you don’t learn to deal with the people or the situations, it can send you to th ehole, even possibly get some time added on to what you would already have. I myself have learned to tolerate people a little more. I used to run away from everything and everyone by my drinking and doing drugs. I even would act like a big baby and just not talk to anyone. I would just clam up and let everything that was bothering me build up and explode on someone. Sometimes it was a person who didn’t deserve it. I believe that tolerance and patience are one in the same. I also believe that when you can believe in yourself and trust yourself that you can tolerate others and get along with everyone in your life. Even be a positive influence towards others! Phil Bogard
To Your Good Health by Paul G. Donohue, M.D.
FOR G.H.: Raw eggs are not going to do a thing for you. They contain about three grams of protein apiece, and almost all of that is in the white. You don't lose an iota of that protein by cooking the egg. You do lose something else, though — the risk of developing salmonella poisoning. Cooking kills that germ. DEAR DOCTOR DONOHUE: What good does stretching do? I am a wrestling coach and all I’ve ever heard is to be sure your athletes do stretches. Yet, no one has ever given me a good rationale for them. I will continue to insist on them, no matter what. I just wonder. Can you fill me in on the mystery? And what is the best way to stretch? - DEAR READER: I'm like you. I don’t find a whole lot of scientific evidence around on the benefits of stretching. And, like you, I am not ready to discard the idea. It is something athletes have been doing from time immemorial I can tell you that tight muscles can be more subject to strain and can produce low back pain. But we know all this from negative reinforcement of the.stretch idea over time, and we
MEMORIES .... | FROM OUR FILES |
1985 JOHN GLENN TO GRADUATE 110 SUNDAY, MAY 26 — John Glenn High School will hold commencement exercises for 110 seniors on Sunday, May 26, at 2:00 p.m. in the High School gymnasium. MEMORIAL DAY PARADE AND PROGRAM SET - Memorial Day, or Decoration Day as it is sometimes called, dates back to 1865 when a school teacher, Miss Nora Davidson, led her students to the cemetery at Petersburg, Virginia, to decorate the graves of fallen Confedereate soldiers. Mrs. Mary Logan, wife of Gen. John A. Logan, visited the cemetery and noticed that many of the graves had been decorated with flowers and a small flag had been placed. Moved by this experience, she encouraged her husband to have some kind of memorial for veterans. This resulted in Decoration Day, later changed to Memorial Day. In Walkerton a Memorial Day parade is planned by the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary. Lineup will be 10:30 a.m. at Urey Middle School with services to begin at 11:00 in Woodlawn Cemetery at the War Memorial. Pastor Larry McCormick, First Assembly of God Church, will deliver the timely message of the day. MEMORIAL DAY PARADE AT NORTH LIBERTY - The Memorial Day Parade at North Liberty will be held on Monday, May 27, at 9:00 a.m. The John Glenn High School band will assemble at the Elementary School in North Liberty at 8:30 a.m. All veterans are invited to join the Parade. Post 1954 V.F.W. and Post 365 American Legion will be color guards and lead the parade. Rev. Gaylord Saltzgaber will give the benediction. 1970 JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL 1970 COMMENCEMENT — The must simply put one and one together. Yes, I’m definitely for the stretch. The best way to stretch is to slowly assume a stretched position, one just short of pain, then hold that position for about 20 seconds. Repeat it three or four times. Never bounce into a stretch. You can damage muscles and tendons that way. Assume the stretch position gradually and naturally. I'm glad to send you the “Introduction to Fitness” pamphlet you asked for, although it is written for average lay men and women. Others can order by writing: Dr. Donohue — No. 12-WS, Box 5539, Riverton, NJ. 08077-5539, enclosing a long, double-stainped, self-addressed envelope and $3. ©1995 by King Features Synd. COMMITTEE REVIEWS NEW TEXTBOOKS A reading committee was formed by the John Glenn School Corporation to review reading textbooks. This committee was chaired by Pam Peeples, grade four teacher at Walkerton Elementary. Also comprising the committee were parent representatives, Donna Beasley and Jean Pletcher. Other teachers were North Liberty representatives Marilyn Gordon and Pat Sriver. The other Walkerton Elementary member was Pamela Walz. Edwina Beier represented Urey, Marilyn Lightfoot and Brent Kaufman represented the administration. The textbook company the committee voted to order from is Houghton Mifflin Co. The company is offering an integrated language arts program with a variety of authentic children’s literature. The public is welcome to call and make an appointment to see this literature. Please call Marilyn Lightfoot at 586-3186.
closing exercises for the Class Os 1970 of John Glenn High School will be held Sunday, May 24, with the baccalaureate service at 2:00 p.m. and the commencement at 8:00 p.m. Both programs will be 1 held in the high school gym. There are 84 graduating seniors at John Glenn High School this year. NORTH LIBERTY SENIOR SCHOOL CALENDAR — Listed here are the different events that will be held at the North Liberty Schools affecting the senior class of 1970 from May 22 to June 13. Friday, May 22 — Spring sports awards assembly at 8:05 a.m. Tuesday, May 26 — Senior exams for the afternoon classes. Wednesday, May 27 — Senior exams for the morning classes. 12:45 p.m., Cap and gown distribution in the gym. 12:45 p.m. — Baccalaureate practice in the gym. 1:45 p.m. — Senior awards assembly. Sunday, May 31 — Baccalaureate service at the gym at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday— June 2 — Senior luncheon, North Liberty United Methodist Church, 12:00 noon. 1:30 p.m. — Commencement rehearsal, high school gym. Wednesday, June 3 — 8:00? p.m., Commencement, high school gym. Saturday, June 13 — Alumni Banquet, Serbian Church grounds. 1945 WALKERTON SCHOOL TO GRADUATE 28 — Twenty-eight seniors of the Walkerton High School will be graduated on Friday evening, May 25, according to Supt. James A. Campbell. Commencement exercises will be held at 8:00 p.m. J James R. Mitchell, Director on the Teacher Placement Bureau of Purdue University, and former principal of the Richmond senior high school, Richmond, Indiana, will give the address. Members of the graduating class are Martha Kerr, president; Richard Cline, vice-president; Frances Reed, secretary; and Roscoe An- j derson, treasurer; Beatrice Anderson, Virginia Bellinger, Twilo Brantley, Rosa Burket, Dorothy Calhoon, Marian Carothers, Richard Casey, Ray Chapman, Alberta Church, Jacqueline Cripe, Marilyn Eisenman, Charles Ferverda, Kenneth Gillies, Margaret Jean Jackson, Helen Joan Jackson, Paul j Lute, Walter Martin, Willis Naragon, Violet Schmeltz, Elsie Sprunger, Gladys Stickley, Mary Lou Widup, Donald Wolfenbarger and । Eugene Wolff. Violet Mae Schmeltz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otto W. Schmeltz, | has been declared class valedic- I tori an. She has accepted a full I four-year scholarship to Indiana Central college. Gladys Mae Stickley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. | James Stickley, is the class salutatorian. MORE GOLD STARS ADDED TO HONOR ROLL — Six more gold । stars have been added to the I Walkertron Roll of Honor, accord- * ing to Bruce Fitzgerald who has been in charge of adding the names. They are Robert Smith, Ned Calhoon, Sam Dare, Albert , Klingerman, Joseph Sibert and Richard Laudeman. This makes a total of 13 Gold Star names on the local honor roll. 808 HOPE TICKETS — Tickets to the Bob Hope War Bond Show at I Notre Dame Stadium May 28 are now available to all bond buyers of St. Joseph County. People purchasing a war bond on any denomination will receive a ticket. Distribution of the tickets will continue until the seating capacity of the Notre Dame Stadium is reached. This week solicitors are busy covering all sections of Walkerton.