The Independent-News, Volume 121, Number 26, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 9 November 1995 — Page 9

VETERANS DA Y । iambic HI MJ g NOVEMBER 11 /^ag<jS ^JT Orville Easterday Unit 189 Mv V, jW? V American Legion Auxiliary Yx^x ¥ * Walkerton i/ “A Soldier Known But To God” ... In 1921, an American soldier — his name “Known But To God” was uried on a Virginia hillside overlooking the Potomac River nd the City of Washington. The Arlington National Cemetery burial site of this unknown World War I soldier Became the personification of dignity and reverence for America’s veterans. Similar ceremonies occurred earlier in England and France where an “unknown soldier” was buried in each nation’s highest place of honor (in England, Westminister Abbey and In France, the Arc de Triomphe). These memorial gestures all took place on November 11 giving universal recognition to the celebrated ending of World War I hostilities at 11:00 a.m., November 11, 1918 (the 11th lour of the 11th day of the 11th month). The day became Iwiown as “Armistice Day.” 9 Armistice Day officially received its name in America in ^26 through a Congressional resolution. It became a Ational holiday 12 years later by similar Congressional ac,fon. J If the idealistic hope had been realized that World War I Hvas “The War to End All Wars,” November 11 might still ’be called Armistice Day. But shortly after the holiday was proclaimed, World War II broke out in Europe and shattered •jhe dream. Sixteen and one-half million Americans took >art. Four hundred and six thousand died. The families and riends of these dead .longed, for away to honor their memory. An answer to the dilemma of how to pay tribute to those who had served in this latest, great war came in a proposal made by Representative Edwin K. Rees, of Kansas: Change Armistice Day to Veterans Day, and make this an occasion to lionor those who have served America in all wars. President Eisenhower, in 1954, signed the bill proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day, and he called for Americans everywhere to rededicate themselves to the cause of peace. Additional significance was added to Veterans Day in 1958, , when two more unidentified American war dead were brought to Arlington Cemetery from overseas and interred beside the World War I soldier. One was killed in World War II and I :he other in Korea. A law passed in 1973 provides for the Future interment of an unknown American who lost his life I n Southeast Asia during the Vietnam era if unidentified ( remains are discovered. Actual representation of Vietnam veterans at the tomb is in the form of a memorial plaque, . :ombined in display of medals, ribbons and tributes issociated with service in Southeast Asia. The plaque was placed in the Trophy Room of the Amphitheater on Veterans ' )ay 1978. a To honor these men, symbolic of all Americans who gave 1 heir lives in all wars, an Army honor guard, the 3rd United 1 States Infantry (The Old Guard), keeps day and night vigil. A law passed in 1968 changed the national commemoration >f Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October. It soon became apparent, however, that November 11 was a matter )f historic and patriotic significance to a great number of our :itizens. Congress, therefore, enacted legislation (Public Law 14-97) which returned the observance of this special day to its raditional date beginning in 1978. At 11:00 a.m. on Veterans Day a combined color guard epresenting all military services honors the Unknown Soldier )y executing “Present Arms” at the Tomb. The Nation’s ribute to its war dead is symbolized by the laying of a ’residential Wreath. The bugler sounds “Taps.” It is especially fitting that you, the public, who represent he future of our nation, should take time to reflect on the acrifices those men and women so willingly made. It was or you, that they laid aside jobs and family and educational ;oals to answer their countries call. On this day, a day so rich in tradition and bought at so reat a price by so many, let us dedicate ourselves anew to be memory and legacy of America’s children, let the lessons •f the past become the inspiration for the future. Won’t you join us on November 11, at 11:00 a.m., to ‘ause to Remember?

On Wednesday, Nov. 22, St. Patrick School, Walkerton, will be holding “Grandparents Day” for the students and faculty. Students invite their grandparents to lunch which will be served at 11:30 a.m. The menu for the special day is as follows: turkey slices, mashed potatoes, gravy, roll, fruit and milk. At 12:30 p.m. all the students will present a variety program for the invited guest. Parents, neighbors and friends are welcome to attend the program. Reservations for the lunch must be made by Friday, Nov. 17. YOUNGSTERS ENJOY HALLOWEEN PARTY The Grovertown Conservatin Club held its annual Halloween Party on Tuesday, October 31 at the clubhouse. Little witches, goblins, brides and one big black bear enjoyed the games, prizes and refreshments. Prizes for the most picturesque costumes were awarded. Miranda Kafantaris won for best in the pre-school girls category and Marc Dixon was the winner in the boy’s costumes. Winners in the kindergarten to third grade class were Tina Garcia, the best in the girls class and

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Zoogle Man Visits WES & NLE Recently n ■ ■ I it' J? * * The Zoogle man visited both North Liberty and Walkerton Elementary Schools in October sharing his life story and introducing the “Zoogle Stick” to the physical education classes. His presentation taught the children new games and left them with something to think about. Willie Caudill was stricken with polio as a young child and the four years he spent in body casts stunted the growth of his left leg. His physical limitations from the disease inspired him to create a toy and game for disabled people, but is enjoyed by everyone. The Zoogle Stick, approximately two and a half to three feet long is thrown and caught by partners 20 feet apart. Points are scored by various things such as catching the Zoogle the wrong place, moving your feet while throwing or catching, allowing the Zoogle to hit your body and throwing it out of reach of your partner. There were also several other non-competitive games introduced using the Zoogle Stick. Willie Caudill was an inspiration to the students and teachers. His program was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

Brandon Porter in the boys group. Four to six year old winners were Marlena Dixon and Chris Porter and in the older division the winner was Karen Williams. CHILI COOK-OFF SET The Sons of the American Legion Post 189, Walkerton, will hold their first annual Chili Cook-Off, in memory of Vern Hanson, on Sat., Nov. 18. Entries must be in at 11 a.m. and judging will begin at 11:30 a.m. Serving of the chili will be at 12 noon at a SI.OO per bowl. Awards will be given for

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first, second and third places. Also a memorial plaque will be given in remembrance of Mr. Hanson to the Post for this year’s cook-off and for future winners. The Post will have assorted prizes for their feather party with all proceeds going to the Children’s Christmas benefit. Sign-up at the Post today. If you don’t know how to cook, you do know how to eat, so please patronize this event to help the children. Give To The Community Pantry

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