-, Page 2 Many long-time residents of the Back Mountain know Alfred Camp for his musical talent and outstanding contribution to the musical education of his former students. Too few realize the many phases of education he has covered since he first did private music teaching on most instruments in 1933, directed and supervised a private camp for boys and girls at Meshoppen' from 1936 to 1940, served as organist and choir director for Trucksville Methodist Church from 1947 to 1957, and assumed the position as organist and choir director of the Prince of Peace Episcopal Church, Dallas, in 1957 which he held until 1961. His formal teaching exper- ience began in 1940 in the Lake Township School District as music instructor where he remained until 1947 when he accepted the position of music instructor®in the Dallas Town- ship School District. At the time of the jointure in 1960, Alfred Camp assumed the position of music supervisor in the junior high school until 1969, when he was awarded his Doctorate of education degree from Lehigh University and became audio- visual instructor for the junior high school. In 1972, he was named director of educational media in the Dallas School District. Dr. Camp, whq resides with his wife, the rmer Jean Billings of Trucksville, on East 42nd Street, Dallas, is the recipient of numerous degrees and certificates earned during his past 33 years of teaching. A High School, Class of 1933, he social studies in 1954. In 1955 he received his M.S. in education with a major in administration from Bucknell University; he was also awarded his Masters’ degree in education with a psy- chology major from Scranton He holds certificates as a guidance counselor, elementary and secondary principal, super- vising principal, public school psychologist and assistant to instruction. Presently, in addition to his District, Dr. Camp has been teaching instructional media and educational television for the Continuing Education Division at Penn State’s Wilkes- Barre Campus. The current summer school program in- cludes his classes in orientation to instructional media which covers fundamental require- ments for all teachers and the techniques and technology of audio-visual equipment which continues to become increa- singly important in today’s classroom. Dr. Camp also in- cludes instruction in off-the-air programming, reproduction of TV programs, live pro- gramming and closed circuit TV. Dr. Camp’s philosophy in relation to ‘audio-visual equip- ment is ‘learn and use.” However, Dr. Camp's life has not been entirely education. He took time out for distinguished military service during two wars. He was a member of the National Guard from 1931 to 1952 and went from the rank of private to captain during his more than 21 years of service. He was on active duty from 1941 to 1946 and did a tour of duty in the American Theatre, the Pacific, and ih the Philli- pines. During that time he was awarded the Silver Star for Star, Bronze Arrowheads, three battle stars, World War II Victory medal, American Theatre Ribbon. Asiatic Pacific and directed a private camp for hoys and girls, a project which heatre Medal, Phillipine uiberation Ribbon and two battle stars. Serving a total of six years and eight months active duty, he spent a year of that total in Korea - where -he was liaison officer and adjutant on a general’s staff. Although music has always been dear to his heart, he is also interested in sports and though today he is satisfied to enjoy them as a spectator, during his high school years he took part in football, track, baseball and basketball. A leader and organizer, Dr. Camp has organized and directed various groups-both children and adults. He is known for his firmness and fair- ness in dealing with both groups. In the past, he organized and directed the Lyric Boys Chorus which presented numerous concerts throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania and New York; he has directed various school and directed community choruses, orchestras and bands, audio-visual clubs. He plays an active role in community affairs, handled public relations for many organizations, and organized The Luzerne County Trans- portation Authority will be participating in Pennsylvania’s “Free Transit Program for Senior Citizens” beginning July 1, according to Jerry Eddy, Executive Director of the Authority. “Under this program,” Mr. Eddy stated, ‘senior citizens, 65 years of age and older in the Wyoming Valley area will be Transit or White Transit bus route free during off-peak hours on weekdays and all day Satur- days, Sundays and holidays. Regular fares will be paid by hours 6:00-9:00 a.m. and 3:30- 6:30 p.m. during weekdays.” Eddy went on to explain that this free fare for senior citizens policy will be possible because of a new program enacted by the State legislature and ad- ministered by the Pennsylvania Obituaries WILLIAM R. ENGLEHART William R. Englehart, 46, Jacksonville, Fla. formerly of Hunlock Creek, died Wednes- day at the University of Jack- sonville Hospital. Surviving are a daughter Carla, Jacksonville; mother, Julia Englehart, Hunlock Creek; brothers, Robert, Nanti- coke; John, Ashley; James, Iowa; Ralph and Earl, Hunlock Creek; Albert, Berwick; Henry, West Nanticoke; sister, Mrs. Nicholas Petrishin, Hunlock Creek. The funeral was held Friday from the Kay-McCabe Funeral ment in Evergreen Cemetery, Jacksonville. Department of Transportation (Penn DOT). Under the program the Luzerne County Transportation Authority will be reimbursed by PennDOT. out of Pennsylvania lottery funds for estimated losses incurred by the company for carrying senior citizens at no fare. Beginning July 1, any person 65 years of age or older will be permitted to ride on local transit buses for free by showing the bus driver his or her Medicare card. In the event ‘that a senior citizen does not have a Medi- care card, he or she may use a Commonwealth Identification Card as proof of age. The Commonwealth ID card may be obtained after June 20 at no cost from the Luzerne County Transportation Authority of- fices located at 52 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, on week- days between the hours of 10:00 am. and 4:00 p.m. Applicants must present proof of age such as birth certificate, driver’s license, etc. as well as proper identification. Any questions about the program should be directed to tation Authority at 825-4592. SCOPE AAL HGIENIC AND: GARGLE “J eens SPECIAL SCOPE Super Size 24 oz. Now $1.49 reg. $2.05 Wed. thru Sun. Only he enjoyed immensely for he has a keen enthusiasm for young people. Dr. Camp is a member of the Dallas Education Association, past president of Dallas Town- member of P.S.E.A. and N.E.A.; member of the P.T.A. and Association for Educational Communications and Tech- nology; past president of Back Mountain P.T.A.; past presi- dent of Luzerne County Band Leaders Association; past Master of George M. Dallas Lodge 531; recipient of the 14th degree Caldwell Consistory; member of Irem Temple and accompanist for the Chanters and assistant organist of the Temple; member of the American Legion. A member of Prince of Peace Episcopal Church, Dr. Camp formerly taught Sunday School and is a past president of the Men's Club. He is a former scoutmaster and leader of a Boy Scout troop. . A man of diversified in- { terests, he is also a member: of master. But Dr. Camp’s life is not all work. He and his wife Jean, formerly a school nurse in the Kingston Township Schools, enjoy travelling and when time permits, they enjoy visiting places of interest and cultural centers. He finds it relaxing to spend time in his yard and spends much leisure time listening to his favorite music. There is little doubt left, however, after discussing audio-visual aids with Dr. Camp that here is his first interest— his eyes sparkle with enthus- iasm, which rings in the tone of his voice. It is quite likely that you might decide to enroll in one prised if you do-his enthusiasm is contagious! CLARENCE W. PAYNE Clarence W. “Buck” Payne, 63, of Loyalville, RD 2, Dallas, died suddenly June 1 at Nesbitt Memorial Hospital shortly after he was admitted. Born in Ceasetown, July 3, 1909, Mr. Payne was a resident in Loyalville for the past 60 years. He was a graduate of Wyoming Seminary Dean School of Business. He was a Nicholson Company, Wilkes- Barre. For many years he was associated with his late father, Herbert E. Payne, in the opera- tion of a general store in Loyal- ville. For the past 26 years he had served as a bus contractor- operator with the Lake-Lehman School District. Mr. Payne was a member of the Loyalville United Methodist Church. He was a life member of the George M. Dallas Lodge, FAM 531 and Caldwell Consis- tory and was also a member of Irem Temple, A.A.0.N.M.S. Wilkes-Barre. He was an associate member of Frank Albert Memorial Lodge, No. 43, Wyoming, Fraternal Order of Police. Surviving are his widow, the former Charlotte Hildebrant, Dallas; three brothers, Harold and Robert, both of Greens- burg, and Earl, Blairsville; three sisters, Iris LaBarr, Shavertown, Mary Alice White- sell, Dallas, and Mildred Delaney, Kingston. Masonic services were conducted June 3 at the Bronson Funeral Home, Sweet Valley. Funeral services were held June 4 from the Bronson Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert DeWitt Yost, pastor, officiating. Interment was in Warden Cemetery, Dallas. JESSIE V. DOUGLAS Jessie V. Douglas, 77, of RD 1, Dallas, died Friday morning in Wyoming Valley Hospital. Born in Olivers Mills, she resided most of her life in Laural Run. She lived the last few years in Dallas. Miss Douglas was employed as bookkeeper and office manager of Landau Furniture Company, South Main Street, 50 years, before her retirement. She was member of St. Step- hen’s Episcopal Church. Surviving are sisters, Mrs. Lewis Drendall, with whom she resided; Mrs. William Kenvin, Somerville, N.J. Funeral was held from the Snowdon Funeral Home, 140 N. Main St., Shavertown, Monday with the Rev. David Feyrer officiating. Interment was in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Hanover Township. The Dallas Post Has A Variety Of Wedding Stationery 675-5211 ERNEST A. GAY RD 3 Dallas 333-4500 de Mutual Fire I Co. Nati 3 E. FRANKLIN ST. Shavertown 675-5234 Co. Home office: Columbus, Ohio. GEORGE W. BELLES George Belles, 86, Washington Street, Dallas, died in General Hospital June 8, following a lengthy illness. A native of Nanticoke’s Teasdale section, he resided in Dallas the last 56 years. He was a retired coal miner. His wife, the former Cora Knecht, survives him; as do children, Mrs. Fred Lamaroux, Dallas; Arthur, Dallas; Edgar, Tunkhannock; = 12 grand- children; and 18 great-grand- children. The funeral was from the Richard Disque Funeral Home, Dallas. Interment was in Fern Knoll Cemetery, Dallas. LUCY CRISPELL Lucy Crispell, Harveys Lake, died at Maple Hill Nursing Home, Lehman, June 11. She was 87. She had been a four- year resident at the home. A native of Ruggles, Mrs. Crispell was the former Lucy Kocher. She lived at the lake for most of her life. She is survived by sons, Darrel and Loren, both of Dallas; six grandchildren; sister, Daisy Crispell, Harveys Lake. The funeral was from the Bronson Funeral Home, Sweet Valley. Interment was in Kocher Cemetery, Ruggles. JESSIE B. MILBRODT Jessie Burke Milbrodt, 43, Outlet, RD 4, Dallas died in.the General Hospital, June 18 at 4 p.m. She was born in Wilkes-Barre, daughter of Ida Gertrude George, Aberdeen, Md. and the late David T. George. She re- sided in the Outlet area for the last seven years. Surviving besides her mother are her husband, Leo; sons, John Francis, Mountaintop; Charles F., serving with the U.S. Air Force in Thailand; daughter, Ema Marie Burke, at home; two grandchildren; grandmother, Ema Lewis, Par- sons; sisters, Lois Evans, Philadelphia; Laura Williams, Aberdeen, Md. and brother, David George, Aberdeen, Md. Funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Bronson Funer- al Home, Sweet Valley. The Rev. Archie F. Ridall of the Outlet Free Methodist Church will officiate at the interment in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Pikes Creek. Tam rr : 933 Wyoming Ave., W. 50) alla) Livin | deas | LIVING IDEAS IN LL Traditional . . . Contemporary .. . Modern. 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He is survived by his widow, the former Elizabeth Fry, formerly a teacher at Dallas High School; sons, Cornelius P., Jr., Munich, Germany; Nor- man, Norristown; brother, Edward, Scotch Plains, N.J.; sisters, Lois Bernardi, Mrs. Anthony Bernardi, Pittston; Clair Russell, Tunkhannock; three grandchildren. Funeral was from the Hugh B. Hughes and Son Funeral Home, Forty Fort.. STANLEY SZELA Stanley Szela, a 41-year resi- dent of Dallas, died ghune 14 in General Hospital. "Wie. RD 1, Dallas man had been a two- week patient of the hospital. - A native of Poland, he came to the United States as a young man, settling in Edwardsville. He retired in 1958 from the Woodward Colliery of the Glen Alden Coal Company. Surviving are his wife, the former Mary Halka; sons Stanley, Fernbrook; Frank, Hillside, N.J.; John, Trucks- ville; Ted, Lynbrook, N.Y.; daughter, Mrs. Helen Woznicki, Dallas; brother, Frank, and sisters, Julia and Aniela, all of Poland; 25 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. 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