1.2 The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, January 3, 1996 he Uh Solinsky (continued from page 1) an office on Memorial Highway. Allied was founded in 1958 by Waverly's Jack and Joan New- man, is non-profit, and, consider- ing their operating expenses of over $72 million last year, amaz- ingly is funded by individual, corporate and foundation contri- butions. Last year an Allied Vice Presi- dent, Tom Pugh, went to Warsaw on a consulting visit sponsored by the Agency for International De- velopment. He saw the great need for help there in his field, and upon returning asked Allied employees to raise funds for the Litewska Children's Hospital. They did, raising, $4,000 and a visit here by Warsaw nurses led to an invitation for a return visit, which Allied decided to sponsor themselves. In September a group went over with Solinsky: Maria Hallberg, director of nursing, John Heinz; Evelyn Shedlock, clinical nurse manager; and Rose Manbachi, clinical nurse specialist at Nesbitt Memorial Hospital in Kingston. Solinsky says of the trip, “It would take a book to even hit the high spots. They are wonderful people, but they need equipment. What they have usually needs repair and there are no parts tobe * had. Their expertise is good, their attitude is wonderful - very sup- portive and caring - but they still need help.” Manbachi, who has a master’s degree in pediatrics, adds, “It seems impossible that their chil- dren get such excellent care, but they do, and in spite of all the obstacles. Moving patients from one floor to another for instance is impossible. Their elevators don’t work. That is one of their goals, Pvt. Mikolaichick graduates from basics Marine Pvt. Mark F. Mikoiaic- hik, son of Patricia E. Mikolaichik of Lower Demunds Road, Dallas recently completed basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C. ~ Mikolaichik successfully com- pleted 11 weeks of training de- signed to challenge new Marine recruits both physically and mentally. He is a 1995 graduate of West Side Area Vocational Technical High School, Pringle. raising money to improve in-hos- pital transportation.” “Another startling feature,” Rose adds, “is something you see in this country in only the very largest hospitals...they have an ‘art therapist’ on each floor. Crafts and drawing materials are taken right to the bedside. They get children involved so they tend to forget their pain and troubles for awhile. It works! Actually, recov- ery is surer, and faster.” When Solinsky is asked about going back she says, “You bet! It was great to think you helped. They were all so friendly and nice to us...and frankly, the food was excellent. But no, I didn’t pick up any extra pounds because we walked everywhere.” All the group agreed that this School board (continued from page 1) volved in several activities - he feels board members have a re- sponsibility to the voters in the region: “The voters in Pat Gold's region decided they wanted a taxpayer association candidate to sit on the board for the next two years; therefore the candidate should reflect and represent those ideals. Although nominee Moderno Rossi received four “yes” votes and three “no” votes, with Tho- mas Williams abstaining, that was not enough to win the seat. Solici- tor Peter Savage said, at the meeting that a majority of the eight member board, or five votes, was needed to elect a candidate, and that he would research the issue in more depth to verify his interpretation of the law. County, upon petition of 10 or more resident taxpayers, shall fill the position by appointment of a suitable person from the district.” There is no timetable for the court to make its decision, ac- cording to Savage. In the mean- time, the school board can still vote and carry out business at its meetings, even with only eight members. “Certain issues require six votes, others require five votes, or four votes to be settled, no matter how many members are seated on the board,” says Sav- age. However, Kern hopes the issue will be settled by the end of Janu- ary. He does not think there will be a re-vote on the same two candidates at the January 9 school “If someone on was not just a “visiting fireman” type of expedition. Teaching text- books were left, and Solinsky was able to stress her specialty, infec- tion control. She says, “In the U.S. we wear protective clothing and gloves to stop spreading in- fection. They had no simple and common preventative measures in use, mostly because they didn't have the money to buy the neces- sary supplies.” Maria Hallberg said, “Their almost complete lack of facilities reminded me of what little we had when we were in training, in complete contrast to this country. We are so obsessed with technol- ogy that when you drape all that equipment over a patient's bed you have a hard time finding the patient!” Solinsky says however, “There is hope. They have the will and the dedication. They might have to do it room by room but eventu- ally they'll manage. And it was a thrill to help.” Pvt. Kapral enters Army Reserves basics Army Reserve Pvt. JaimeLynn Kapral has entered basic training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the eight weeks of train- ing, she will study the Army mis- sion, drill and ceremonies, weap- ons, map reading, tactics, mili- tary courtesy, military justice, first aid, Army history and traditions, and special! training in human relations. Kapral is the daughter of Bruce J. and Maureen Kapral of Hem- lock St., Dalias. POST PHOTO/GRACE R. DOVE Ann Poepperling buckles her son, Cody, 2, into his car safety seat. Children (continued from page 1) WHALE Lutinski suggested that inter- ested residents contact their local fire chiefs for more information. It's the first such program in northern Luzerne .County, Lutinski said. W.H.A.L.E. was organized by a woman from Vir- ginia and operates in 38 states and four foreign countries. State law requires children under age four to be secured in a restraint system, a specially de- signed seat which attaches to the car's seat belt. Babies up to one year old must ride in a semi-reclined position facing the rear of the car, while toddlers should ride facing the front. Toddler seats hold children weighing up to 401b., while booster seats are designed for children weighing 40 to 60 lbs. Board president Kern feels the word “majority” is key to the is- sue. “The number four seems like a majority,” he says referring to Rossi's 4-3 vote. “Out of the seven people voting (due to Williams’ abstention) four is a majority vote. However, in a telephone con- versation last week, Savage af- firmed his initial ruling: “In my opinion, my initial interpretation is correct - you need a majority of the seated members tobe elected.” Savage continued, “The school board has the power to appoint someone within 30 days. If the vacancy is not filled, then the Court of Common Pleas of Luzerne board meeting. the board came to me and wanted a re-vote, possibly because they changed their mind, I would do it. But I'm not going to waste my time,” he says. Savage agrees. “If one of the membes requests that it be put on the agenda, there may be a re- vote, but the board is not required to vote again. However, they have 30 days to act; if another candi- date is nominated, they may vote on that individual.” Kern predicts, “the only way it will be resolved is in court. We're just waiting for the 30 days to be up so we can get on with it.” Ashley Davenport earns top talent competition award Ashley Davenport, daughter of Jennifer and Reid Davenport, recently participated in the East- ern Performing Arts Talent Com- petition in Cherry Hill, New Jer- sey. She took first place in the photogenic division. Ashley is a member of the award-winning line, “Sensation” which took first place in tap, line novelty and panto- mime and second place in jazz. Ashley and her dance partners Nadine Ginochetti and Eileen Kerpovich, placed third in their jazz trio. Ashley is in eighth grade at the Dallas Middle School. She dances under the direction of Bob Oberst and Kris Hanify at the Back } | i RE 3 3 | te te Welcome our newest member, specializing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics. Kurt D. Maas, M.D. Dallas Family Practice is pleased to welcome its newest member, Kurt D. Maas, M.D., to its practice of family medicine. Dr. Maas is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Gannon University, Erie, PA and received his medical degree from Hahnemann University, Philadelphia, PA. He served his family practice residency at St. Vincent Health Center, Erie, PA. With ten years practice experience, Dr. Maas is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and is board-certified in family medicine and geriatrics. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Maas, please call Dallas Family Practice at 675-2111. DALLAS FAMILY PRACTICE Thomas M. Campbell, D.O. Jane E. Durkin, D.O. Irvin Jacobs, M.D. Diane Lowe, M.D. Kurt D. Maas, M.D. Gary Nothstein, D.O. Back Mountain Medical Center « 100 Upper Demunds Road Dallas, PA 18612 A service of GENERAL MEDICAL SERVICES. An affiliate of WYOMING VALLEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM Mountain Dance Studio. 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