The Independent-News, Volume 121, Number 16, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 31 August 1995 — Page 1

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VOLUME 121; NUMBER 16

George Green drowns Monday at Koontz Lake WALKERTON — George E Green, 63, was the victim of a fatal drowning Monday at Koontz Lake. The incident occurred between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Green was found by his wife, Tina, after she returned home from work. According to the police report, Tina went out toward the lake in an attempt to locate her husband. She found her husband lying on his side with his face in the water. A neighbor then called 911. It is suspected that Green had a heart attack while working on the pier, however, that won’t be confirmed until the coroner’s report is completed. It was incomplete at press time.

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Jimtown 40, John Glenn 0 WALKERTON - The visiting Jimmies opened defense of their NSC title, forcing five Falcon turnovers en route to their 28th straight regular-season victory. Senior tailback Nick Medich had a big night in a losing cause for John Glenn, rushing for 143 yards on 23 carries. The Falcons ran for 221 yards and totaled 15 first downs but were unable to reach pay dirt. It was the 30th straight conference win for Jimtown. Friday at Walkerton Jimtown 40, John Glenn 0 Jimtown 7 14 19 o—4o John Glenn 0 0 0 o—o J-Billy Sharp 11 run (Tim Norment kick) J-Tom Pontius 19 pass from Caleb Pontius (Norment kick) J-Adrian Pettis 17 run (Norment kick) J-Sharp 52 run (kick failed) J-Travis Daniels 80 fumble recovery (kick failed) J-C. Pontius 7 run (Norment kick) Boys Tennis Results: Aug. 22 at Walkerton John Glenn 3, South Bend Riley 2 Singles: Joe Pletcher (JG) def. Alan Kelly 6-2, 6-2; Nick Shafer (R) def. T.J. Jackson, 6-2, 4-6, 62; Brandon Frick (R) def. Aaron Williams 6-2, 2-6, 6-4. Doubles: Jason Potts-Jason Pippenger (JG) def. Marc Chodock-Mike Tulchinsky 6-2, 60; Aaron Palicki-Chris Levandoski (JG) def. Sean Wodrich-Jeff Steele 6-3, 1-6, 6-2. J.V. score: John Glenn 5, South Bend Riley 2.

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VFW celebrates 50th anniversary P- <M|| ill ■ ► & fete 'WWttWMHW h ur. ft, ! ■ j m it MiraMg L! - /w. -.1 On Saturday. August 19, the North Liberty VFW post 1954 celebrated their 50th Anniversary of their charter and the 50th Anniversary of World War 11. In spite of the hot weather, a large crowd attended the ceremonies at the Post led by Commander Dick Riley. Color guards from LaPorte VFW, Roseland VFW and American Legion Post 189 from Walkerton presented the colors. Awards and honors were presented after several speeches from dignitaries of the state and district. Rev. Fred Stayton led prayers and Roger Kronk played taps. After the program, a picnic and entertainment was provided by the North Liberty Post. The decorations, under the supervision of Mrs. Marie Kryder, were great and Bob Melton and his crew did a very good job of seeing everyone had plenty to eat.

Wednesday at Mentone John Glenn 5, Tippecanoe Valley 0 Singles: Joe Pletcher (JG) def. Eric Love 6-2,6-0; T.J. Jackson (JG) def. Jason Cumberland 6-1, 6-2; Aaron Williams (JG) def. Marc Ellenwood 6-4, 6-2. Doubles: Jason Potts-Jason Pippenger (JG) def. Matt CraigBrandon Holloway 4-6, 6-4,6-3; Aaron Palicki-Chris Levendoski (JG) def. Mike Parker-J.D. Parker 6-1,6-1. J.V. score: John Glenn 3, Tippecanoe Valley 0. JwyX h / f

Friday at Walkerton John Glenn 4, Mishawaka 1 Singles: Joe Pletcher (JG) def. Matt Strickland 6-2, 6-0; T.J. Jackson (JG) def. Dan Bent 6-3, 6-0; Aaron Williams (JG) def. Steve Bent 6-0, 6-1. Doubles: Chris Howe-Adam Webber (M) def. Jason PottsJason Pippenger 6-2, 6-4; Aaron Palicki-Chris Levandoski (JG) def. Adam Molden-Kevin Bert 62, 6-4. J.V. score: John Glenn 4, Mishawaka 1. Girls Volleyball results: Saturday at Denver North Miami Invitational John Glenn results: Southwood def. John Glenn 15-7, 15-9; North Miami def. John Glenn 15-0, 150; Oak Hill def. John Glenn 15-8, 15-13; Western def. John Glenn 15-8, 10-15, 15-10. John Glenn cumulative leaders: Kills: Beth Honaker 9, Lindsay O’Connor 9. Assists: Kristen Miller 10. Blocks: Honaker 5. Digs: Angel Dietrich 22. Serving: O’Connor 19-23, 17 points; Heidi Wasteney 18-20, 4 aces, 14 points. The John Glenn varsity and junior varsity volleyball teams ended their first week of action still in search of their first victories. The varsity dropped its conference opener to Triton 15-3, 15-6 and matches to Southwood 15-7, 15-9; North Miami 15-0, 15-0; Oak Hill 15-8, 15-13 and Western 15-8, 10-15, 15-10 in the North Miami Tournament.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31,1995

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 31 4:30 p.m., John Glenn tennis team to travel to New Prairie. 6:00 p.m., John Glenn volleyball team to host South i Bend Clay. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 7:30 p.m., John Glenn football team to host Knox. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 10:00 a.m., John Glenn Junior Varsity football team to travel to Knox. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Labor Day - No mail delivery. 10:00 a.m., Blueberry Festival Parade. John Glenn band to perform. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 4:30 p.m., Urey cross country team to host Knox, LaVille, and New Paririe. 4:30 p.m., John Glenn cross country team to host Knox, LaVille and New Prairie. 4:30 p.m., John Glenn tennis team to host Jimtown. 5:00 p.m., Urey football team to travel to Jimtov/n. 6:30 p.m., John Glenn volleyball team to travel to St. Joe. 7:30 p.m., John Glenn School Board to meet at the high school. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 4:40 p.m., John Glenn tennis team to travel to Plymouth. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 4:00 p.m., Urey cross country team to travel to LaPorte with a meet with Boston and Kesling. 4:30 p.m., Urey volleyball team to host South Central. 4:30 p.m., John Glenn tennis team to travel to North Judson. 5:00 p.m., John Glenn cross country teams to travel to Bremen with a meet along with Goshen. 6:00 p.m., John Glenn volley team to travel to North Judson. 7:00 p.m., Epsilon Chi Tri Kappa to meet. Highlights from North Miami included the spiking and serving of junior Lindsay O’Connor who contributed 9 kills and 29-33 serving (3 aces, 17 points); freshman Beth Honaker added 9 spike kills and 5 block kills while Heidi Wasteney provided some spark serving going 18-20 (4 aces, 14 points). Defensively the Falcons were led by Angel Dietrich with 22 digs. The junior varsity dropped its season opener to Triton 15-7, 159. Highlights for Glenn included the play of Alissa Fuentes who recorded 5 digs and 1 kill. Lynna Potts was 8-9 serving (5 points) and Jennifer Traub added 1 kill. Youth plays a dominant role this year as the program goes at it with no seniors and only four upperclassmen. Gaining valuable experience with each match, look for the Falcons to make great strides as the season progresses.

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Junior Miss Tea Set For Wed., Sept. 6 The Walkerton Junior Miss Committee will hold their annual Tea for prospective contestants and their parents, on Wednesday, Sept. 6, at 7:00 p.m., in the John Glenn High School Library. The Walkerton Junior Miss Scholarship program is open to all Senior girls attending John Glenn, LaVille, or Oregon-Davis High Schools. Walkerton will be hosting their 24th annual program on October 28, in the John Glenn High School Auditorium. Any interested students that cannot attend the Tea or have further questions should contact Sue Louzon, 586-2074; Connie Knowlton, 586-3086 or Nancy Hockett, 936-8425. REINS OF LIFE TO SPONSOR RIDE Reins Os Life’s annual Ride-A-Thon and Fun Walk, will be held on Sunday, Sept. 10, at Potato Creek State Park, North Liberty. The walk will begin at 12 noon and walkers will take separate trails marked for distances up to four miles. The registration tent will be set up in the horse campground area from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Riders must provide their own horses. Businesses and individuals are asked to form teams and join the walk. Walkers and riders must turn in their pledges on the dday of the event in order to be eligible for prizes. For more information call Sharon at 232-0853. CHRISTIAN WOMEN TO MEET The Marshall County Christian Women’s Club will meet on Wednesday, September 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Balloon Wurks Restaurant, at the Plymouth Holiday Inn. Cost of the luncheon meeting is $5.75 inclusive. Theme for the day is “Confectionery Delight” with a special feature to be presented by Cathy Anderson, from Olympia Candy Kitchens and guest speaker, Joyce Stephens, an RN who enjoys needlepoint and writing, from Seymour, Tenn. Reservations may be made or cancelled by Friday, September 1, by calling Joanne at 784-2426, Barbara at 586-2284 or Vickie at 936-8348. CLUB TO MEET The Walkerton Woman’s Community Cub will hold its first meeting of the new season, on Friday, September 1, at 1:00 p.m., at the Walkerton Community Building. The calendar of events for the coming year will be discussed and new membership books will be passed out. SUB6CDIBE TODAY! *