The Independent-News, Volume 121, Number 13, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 10 August 1995 — Page 1

The Independent-News

VOLUME 121; NUMBER 13

J G Schools To Open On rues., Aug. 22 Students in grades 1- 12 in the ohn Glenn School Corporation will ttend their first day of classes uesday, August 22. Times are as allows: John Glenn High School — 7:59 .m. - 3:00 p.m. dismissal. North Liberty Elementary School - 8:10 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. dismissal, elementary students who walk ome are dismissed at 2:45 p.m.) Urey Middle School — 7:55 a.m. 2:55 p.m. dismissal. Walkerton Elementary School — :00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. dismissal, elementary students who walk ome are dismissed at 2:45 p.m.) Lunches will cost SI.OO per day ar grades one through six and 1.25 per day for grades seven trough twelve. Breakfast, which » served at Walkerton Elementary chool and North Liberty Elemenary School, will cost 55 cents. Students attending John Glenn ligh School, North Liberty Elemntary School, Urey Middle School nd Walkerton Elementary School hall register on the following days: Wednesday, August 16, 12:30 .m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 17, 8:30 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. Students enrolling in kindergaren must be five years of age on or efore June 1 and must submit a egal birth certificate and a completed physical form when registring. Arrangements must be lade at Walkerton Elementary chool or North Liberty Elementary chool for pre-screening of kindergarten students. Kindergarten lasses start Monday, August 28. Students new to the John Glenn chool Corporation should contact he guidance department in each chool to schedule registration appointments during the week of august 14 - 18. All incoming indergarten students and students ew to the Corporation must have loculations up to date and new tudents in grades K-6 must have a hysical on file before being adlitted to school. Parents should be prepared to ay textbook rental and fee costs pon registration. Following is a chedule of textbook rental fees: Elementary Kindergarten 31.50 First 76.00 Second 91.50 Third 72.00 Fourth 65.00 Fifth 63.50 Sixth 70.50 Middle Seventh 77.50 Eighth 77.50 HlghSchool Agriculture 10.00 Art 8.00 Business 14.00 English 14.00 Foreign Language 10.00 Health (1 semester) 6.00 Home Economics 8.00 I.C.E. 10.00 Industrial Technology 12.00 Math 14.00 Computer, Key/Lit. (1 5em.)6.00 Music 6.00 Physical Education 8.00 Science 14.00 Social Studies 14.00 Supplemental student medical 'overage is available at the followng rates: School-Time Coverage: Comprelensive $39.00; Standard $17.75;

MEMORIES . . I FROM OUR FILES

All Citizens Join

In Celebrating, Thanksgiving

(Editor’s Note: The headline of the August 16, 1945 "Walkerton Independent” read as follows: “PEACE COMES AGAIN TO AMERICA.” The accounting of what happened following the announcement of this victory over Japan went like this:) Walkerton and North Liberty joined with every other village and city in the nation Tuesday evening to celebrate the victory over Japan as President Truman announced the acceptance of unconditional surrender by Emperor Hirohito over the radio at seven o’clock. The fire siren gave out blast after blast for a long period of time, as church bells rang, automobile horns sounded and the populace gave way to a general feeling of hilarity an celebration. Parades were formed of cars and people going up and down the streets expressing the joy and happiness of a nation, victorious in war over two great enemies within a single year —Germany and Japan. As the evening wore on the school band assembled and marched to the up-town bandstand where Director Fred Waters led them in an impromptu program of patriotic music. Numerous bon fires were set throughout the town, culminating in the burning of Emperor Hirohito in effigy near the bandEconomy $9.50. 24 Hour Coverage: Comprehensive $173.50; Standard 115.50; Economy 61.00. Sr. High Interscholastic: Tackle Football: Comprehensive 175.00; Standard 118.00; Economy 62.50. Dental Plan: $6.00. Student Life: $25.00. The School Corporation does not carry medical insurance on students. Students participating in athletics at all grade levels must show proof of medical insurance or purchase the supplemental student medical coverage. The high school athletic department does not provide medical insurance on student athletes. Only minor changes in bus routes have been made for the coming school year. Parents and students should check at school during registration for changes in their bus route. Pick-up points for students in Walkerton and North Liberty will remain the same as last year. If you have questions about your bus driver or pick-up times, call the Superintendent’s office or your driver. If you have any questions, call: John Glenn High School, 586-3195; North Liberty Elementary School 656-8123; Urey Middle School 5863184; Walkerton Elementary School 586-3186; Superintendent’s Office 586-3129.

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stand. A few private parties were organized which carried on the celebration into the wee hours. ' Not all of the celebration was hilarious. In Walkerton many gathered at the Methodist church where religious services of thanksgiving and praise were conducted bv Rev. W. Ray Kuhn, Rev. Mrs. Risley and Rev. L. E. Eaton. Several impromptu talks were made and special music was provided by the Misses June Dipert, Arlu Divine, Wanda and Violet Schmeltz, and Miss Betty Barney also favored with a violin solo. A similar service was held at the Christian Church, in North Liberty with the pastor, Rev. R. S. Kilmer, in charge. He was assisted by Rev. C. V. Bigler. Reconversion Started The government has embarked on an all-out effort to return to peace-time activity. The OPA has put an end to gasoline rationing which found a ready response in many a car driver. Canned fruits and vegetables, fuel oil and oil stoves are off the ration list also. But rationing of meats, fats and oils, butter, sugar, shoes, tires and other commodities will continue indefinitely, OPA said, until military cutbacks and increased production can balance civilian supply and demand. ^¥**>^¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥ COMMUNITY PICNIC The Teegarden Community carry-in picnic will be held at the Teegarden Park, on Saturday, August 19 at 12:00 noon. Beverages will be provided by the Teegarden Brethren Church. There will be special music. Everyone is welcome. NOTICE The Tracy United Methodist Church, located at 1702 East U.S. 6 & 35, west of Walkerton will be holding their annual August Fest on Saturday, August 12. The day will kick-off from 7:00 - 11:00 a.m. with breakfast of pancakes, sausage, biscuits and gravy. Other events are as follows: 8:00 a.m. —Farm wagon with baked goods and garden produce. 8:00 a.m.—Flea Market. 11:00-1:00— Lunch of barbecue sandwiches and hot dogs to be served. Everyone is welcome. 2talop WORLD WAR fl ITEMS TO BE ON DISPLAY The Walkerton Historical Society will again display items pertient to the termination of World War II - VJ Day, in August. If you have anything that could be loaned, please call Amybelle Wardman, at 586-3516, for details. Happy Ads Only $2.50 Subscribe Today!

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N. Liberty VFW To Celebrate 50th Anniversary On August 19, the North Liberty V.F.W. Post 1954 will be celebrating their 50th anniversary of their charter and the fifieth anniversary of World War 11. Beginning at 12 noon, there will be color guards and representatives from V.F.W. Posts and American Legion Posts from all over the area. To name a few color guards taking part in a parade that will occur, will be District 3 Roseland V.F.W. Post 624, District 4 Decatur Post 6236 and Walkerton American Legion Post 189 S.A.L. There will be activities for everyone and food to enjoy. We would like to see all comrades and sisters come and see your post. Lets try to make this the biggest celebration ever. World War II Exhibit Here Until Sept. 4 The four-year commemorative period of World War II will conclude in 1995. Many individuals, clubs, organizations, towns, cities and the entire nation, have planned and executed their thoughts and appreciation for those who served their country, some never to return, others, still missing in action (MIAs). The Walkerton Historical Society will again exhibit loaned items of the time fram of “V-J Day.” This display may be viewed in the window of Richard Parker, CPA, whose office is in the Officenter, 612 Roosevelt Road. Some of the items to be shown are: Stars & Stripes 1945 publication "VICTORY”; Japanese flag and money; pictures of Tokyo Rose, Leyte Island, Philippine invasion, New Guinea; display case of various Australia, New Guinea and Japanese items; Japanese helmet, swords, gas mask and many not catalogued to date. The public may view these artifacts at their leisure, August 15, V-J Day, until September 4. September 2 being the 50th anniversary of the official closing of World Warn. ANNUAL CORN AND SAUSAGE ROAST The Knights of Columbus Council #553 will hold their annual com and sausage roast on their council grounds on Sunday, August 13 from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. The address is 553 E. Washington (off the East Race). South Bend. This is fun for the whole family with games, door prizes and the Ladies Auxiliary will be running a cake walk. Please plan on attending. Tickets are $1.50 per person and children under 12 are free. There will also be a drawing for two 1995 Notre Dame season football tickets (chances are SI.OO each). NOTICE The Oregon-Davis Township Senior Citzens will have their dinner catered in and meeting on Thursday, August 17, at St. Dominic Church Hall, on State Road 23 south of Koontz Lake, at 12:00 noon. Come and enjoy a social get-together, play cards and visit. Bring a friend.

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19th Annual Potato Creek Festival Food, music, family fun and tradition are all features of the 19th annual North Liberty Lions Potato Creek Festival. The festival is scheduled for August 11, 12 and 13 in downtown North Liberty. This small town festival retains the same small "home town” flavor as when started in 1977. For one weekend in August, the festival is home for artists and crafters from around the country. The festival also showcases local artists and crafters. The festival is especially proud to have a history of featuring many local and regional musicians. This year marks the 19th appearance of "Little Roger’s Dixieland Giants” polka favorite "The Futa Family Affair,” and "Nancy Olson and The County Sunshine Show.” This year’s entertainment will also include "Easy Street” and a local bluegrass band. Remember the festival is free to the public. Arts and crafts booths will be open 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. Festival schedules are available at many local merchants. If you are looking for some family fun, join us for the 19th annual North Liberty Lions Potato Creek Festival. AMISH ACRES ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL, AUG. 10 -13 Historic Amish Acres in Nappanee will present the 33rd annual Amish Acres Arts and Crafts Festival, Thursday through Sunday, August 10 - 13. More than $7,000 in cash prizes will be awarded to the winning paintings and crafts from the competition big top tent. The entries will be from over three hundred artists from across the Midwest and beyond. Amid colorful tents and awnings surrounding Amish Acres farm pond, potters will spin their wheels while silversmiths and weavers work to the gentle twang of dulcimers and banjos. Silhouette cutters, portrait artists, woodcarvers and doll makers will ply their trade and sell their wares. The four day artists’ weekend is designed around the Amish heritage and folk art of the historic restoration and the Nappanee area. Guided tours and demonstrations provide an intriguing background for the art display and market. PLACE AT STATE Congratulations! Pam Cable asked her daughter, Heather, for bowling advice, Heather replied, “concentration.” Taking her own advice, Heather placed third in the Indiana State Youth Bowling Tournament, singles division, with a 347. Anna Krick placed first in the State "600” Club, Div. B, Bowling Tournament, with a 680. Congratulations to you both from Shady Lanes, Walkerton. Shop At Home Obey The Traffic Laws What is man in nature? Nothing in relatin to the infinit, everything in relation to nothing, a mean between nothing and everything. —Blaise Pascal