With Little League season in full swing, children from all across the Back Mountain are taking to the fields daily trying their best to learn to bat, hit and catch the ball. For many, it is their first experience in competitive sports. For many others, however, it marks another ar of trying to live up to the ‘expectations of parents and family embers. We all’ like to be winners at whatever we try to do. But, in a sporting contest, one team must win and the other lose. It’s the name of the game, so to speak. - Because of this circumstance, it is equally as important to teach our children to be good losers. It’s actually very easy to be a gracious +i, winner. But, graciousness in the x face of a loss, is a far more » © challenging virtue. How can we best teach our young- sters that losing is also an .impor- 4 tant part of sportsmanship? It is & often said that losing is an integral ; part of becoming a champion. The challenge of competition is sparked %. by the desire to continuously increase the odds. In taking such chances, the competitor also nincreases his chances of loss. But, in doing so, he drives himself to even greater heights if the chal- lenge is met and surmounted. As adults and fans, we want to be rooting for the winners. This again iS natural. However, we shoulder a very heavy responsibility to set an example of fair play and courtesy to our youngsters on the field. How can we expect them to live up to the rules of fair play when they are withess to catcalls and squabbling from their parents. It comes down to the old adage of “Do as I say, not as’'1 do,” which we all know does not cut it with our children today. ¢' They are too sophisticated and wise to buy such bunk. Only Yesterday 50 Years Ago - June 2, 1933 & Area residents had the opportun- i ity to attend the Ringling Brothers % ahd Barnum & Bailey Combined Circus on its Ringling Brothers’ Golden Jubilee tour when the circus appeared in Scranton. Dallas Borough School Board reduced the millage from 30 to 25 for the 1933-34 school year. You could get--3 bags salt 10c; corn 10c can; Gruyere cheese 25¢C box; peaches 2 big cans 25¢c; ginger +} snaps 2 1b. 25¢; scrub brushes 10c ea. ! 40 years Ago - June 4, 1943 Laketon High School graduated 16 seniors. Elizabeth Jackson was val- edictorian. The remaining class members were Edwin Delaney, © Burton Gordon, George Gordon, 23 Albert Gulitus, Elizabeth Jackson, Roy King, Anne Newhart, Grace Nichols, Mabel Oney, Mildred Bl Payne, Katherine Ryan, Mildred i Schoch, Charles Smith, Edward Shi- %¥ lanski, George Sutton and Jean Wolfe. . Engaged--Elizabeth Hopple to Marvin Scott. Deaths--Mary Levitt, Beaumont; Margaret Allen, Noxen, & Anniversaries-Mr. and Mrs. Ben * Brace, East Dallas, 25 years. You could get--Bacon 23c '» lb.; salami '» 1b. 19¢; Chicken of the Sea tuna 7 0z. can 41c; granulated sugar 5 1b. bag 30c¢; coffee 24c Ib. THE DALLAS POST (USPS 147-720) Advertising, Editorial, Circulation and Production Office 61 Gerald Ave., Dallas, Pa. 18612 (in the Jean Shop building) To Subscribe or Placea Classified Ad, Call 675-5211 or 825-6868 SUBSCRIPTION RATES 25° on newsstand; *12peryearinPa., $14 out of state paid in advance * J. Stephen Buckley, Publisher ’ Rick Shannon, ‘Associate Publisher & Editor Mary Ann Kelly, Assoc. Editor Mike Danowski, Advertising Rep. Sheila Hodges, Circulation Mgr. | Rod Kaye & Mark Moran, Photographers An independent newspaper published each Wednesday by Pen- naprint, Inc., from 61 Gerald Ave. | P.O. Box 366, Dallas, Pa. 18612. En- . tered as second class matter at the: i post office in Dallas, Pa. under the act of March 3, 1889. POSTMASTER: If undeliverable, send 379 to P.O. Box 366, Dallas, Pa. For this reason, and because organized Little League was formed to provide an enjoyable experience for our youth, it is of utmost import- ance to keep the game in perspec- tive. children, and it should be for us as well. If, along the way, the young ones learn respect and concentra- tion, develop physical skills, an appreciation of the challenge, a competitive spirit and a healthy admiration for excellence, then we will all be winners, regardless of the final score. 30 Years Ago - May 29, 1953 Back Mountain Schools choose high ranking students. Westmore- land High School valedictorian was Linda Kay Hetrick; Beverly Louise Cowell was salutatorian. Theresa Burnat was Lehman-Jackson vale- dictorian while Donald Glas was Dallas-Franklin Twp. valedictorian while Irene Shultz was salutatorian. Engaged--Eleanore Butler to ,Richard R. Gregory; Lydia Pollock to Alex Mahoney; Harry D. Wil- liams to Janet Snyder; Mary Eliza- beth Long to Luther Gregory. Married--Jane Ide to James Murray; Bernadine Rasmus to James Dougherty. Deaths--Joseph E. Petrick, Dallas; Mrs. Ralph Frantz, Hunts- ville; Mrs. E.L. Seavy, Church St., Dallas. You could get--Sweet pickles 39c qt.; canned cream 4 tall cans 47c; bananas 3 1b. 29¢; watermelons 95¢; ground beef 3 Ib. 95; steaks 65¢ Ib. 20 Years Ago - May 29, 1963 Girl Scouts Meet Philip Lovejoy ‘was named speaker for graduation exercises at Dallas Senior High School. A native of Portland, Lovejoy was. secretary of Rotary International for 10 years and had spoken to audiences all over the world. His topic was ‘‘Make Way For Tomorrow." Marion Olenick, Dallas senior, was awarded second place in the Pennsylvania Hallmark Art Talent Contest sponsored by Pennsyl- vania’s Federation of Woman's Clubs. Engaged--Gloria J. Cigarski to David C. Williams; Margaret Beth Weaver to George Zenger. Married-Carol Ann Llewellyn to Hudson Dean, Jr. Birthdays--Liva Gordon, 90 years old. Anniversaries--Mr. and Mrs. John Rifenberry, Beaumont, 50 years. Deaths--Glen Loveland, Center- moreland; James Coulter, Dallas; Charles Oberst, Harveys Lake native; Wesley Barber, Waterloo, meeting. sold. Methodist Church: dedicated at this time. The following co-curricular posi- tions are open for the 1983-84 school year in the Dallas School District: Junior High School Assistant Football Coach, Assistant Wrestling Coach (In Charge of Junior High), Assistant Wrestling Coach, Assist- ant Field Hockey Coach, Assistant Track Coach, Cheerleading Coach, Majorette Coach. Anyone interested in, these posi- tions should contact Mr. Dan Poor- man, Junior High School Principal, as soon as possible. Senior High School Assistant Foot- ball Coach, Assistant Basketball Coach, Volley Ball Coach. Anyone interested in these posi- tions should contact Mr. Edgar Hughes, Senior High School Princi- pal, as soon as possible. N N.Y.; Myron Hunter, Sweet Valley. You could get- Hams 25c 1b; skinless franks 47c 1b.; bananas 12¢ lb.; strawberries 3 baskets $1; carton of 24 candy bars, 89¢; vine- gar 29¢. qt. ' 10 Years Ago : May 3, 1973 valedictorian at Lake-Lehman while Jo Ann Urick was salutatorian. Students of Gate of Heaven School honored Father Thomas Jordan, pastor, on the occasion of his 25th anniversary of the priesthood with a program. Raelene Daring, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Daring took first place in the Northeastern Pennsyl- vania Art Contest held at the Boston Store. Anniversaries--Mr. and Mrs. 50 years. Deaths--C. Aubdey Handall, Har- veys Lake; Margaret Barrall,. Jack- son Twp.; Harry Cragle, Cease- town; Mattie Ida Hadsel, Idetown. You could get--Chuck roast $1.28 lb.; capons 78c¢ 1b.; beef liver 69¢ Ib.; bing cherries 69¢ 1b.; tomatoes 3 1b. $1; onions 3 1b. 59¢; celery 29¢ bnch. Arson Hot Line Rep. George C. Hasay today reminded Pennsylvanians that there is a toll-free telephone number to report information on suspicious fires. The “Arson Hotline” was estab- lished by the Insurance Federation of Pennsylvania in 1981 to help in the investigation of possible cases of arson. The telephone number, which is in operation 24 hours a day, is 1-800- 462-0322. ’ The 117th District legislator noted that if a caller’s tip leads to the arrest and or conviction of the suspected arsonist, the caller could be entitled to a monetary reward. Hasay said that in the 1981-82 session, the General Assembly passed a law to stiffen the criminal penalties for arson and to require more detailed answers to insurance policy application questions in arson-prone areas. Goodbye, MaryAnn! Hello, Dottie! In other words, this is what might "be considered my ‘‘swan song.” And how I love playing the dying swan. Actually, it should be, ‘‘Goodbye, Dallas Post, from Mak.” With this, my final issue of A Little Fact, A Little Fancy, I am saying goodbye to my work at the Post, and the hectic, challenging, sometimes frus- trating, always rewarding job of prying to get the paper out each week. During my year with the paper, there have been numerous changes in design, format and content. We have all worked very diligently at responding to the reading needs of the Back Mountain community. . I personally have developed a number of friendships throughout the community, which I consider invaluable in my life and look for- ward to continuing. I have learned much about the community in which I have spent most of my adult life. It still amazes me that I could have been a resident here for eight years( and remained ignorant of the many activities and happenings which make the Back Mountain such a great place to live. I admit to qualms of sadness in leaving what has become for me, a way of life. There is no way one can sit behind. the desk of a local news- paper for several hours each day and forget about it upon leaving the office. During my tenure as asso- ciate editor, The Post has been in my thoughts for most of my waking hours. Wrong, I must confess, there have been times when even my sleep has been disturbed by worry over a particular story or photo assignment. / Still, it has all been worthwhile. And, as is always the case with human nature, I can hardly remem- ber the instances of frustration and the long, grueling hours behind my typewriter-trying to make sense of notes taken during a telephone interview while Peggy Poynton was giving me messages and Sheila Hodges was filling me in on circula- from Mak tion figures. At the same time, Olga Kostrobala, was probably looking for copy to type so we could get the paper laid out in time to make deadline. While I can picture myself sitting up until the wee hours of the morning, preparing copy for page one, I don’t recall the feeling of exhaustion which accompanied the chore. I know I spent a lot of time rubbing my eyes and wondering why organization was not inherent to my nature. But at this point, it all appears rather humorous. Acutally, it is all a part of the job. The hustle and bustle are the ele- ments which make newspapers the vital, informative vehicles of com- munication they are today. The last minute updates and rush to get the right story at the right time are really what I will remember as the fun part of my association with the Post. But, most of all, I will recall the great friendships with my co-work- ers and the wonderful public. While I look forward to having more time to spend with my family, I know I will miss the paper and you, the readers. At the same time, I know that things will remain in good hands. Dotty Martin, a most capable, effi- cient and experienced newspaper woman will take the reigns in with my departure. Dotty has a well- rounded background in newspapers and public relations and is looking forward to getting acquainted with the Post readers. I am confident that she will keep the special local touch for which the Post is famous. I look forward to continued improvements in content and style under Dotty’s tutelage. To those of you who have found our working relationship gratifying, I say “goodbye” and ‘‘good luck in your endeavors.” To those readers and contributors, who have fre- quently held the belief that I would have done better in some other business, I say “It’s been fun, anyway. And I’m glad we have had the opportunity to disagree.” ® Letter To the Editor: During 1983 the National Associa- tion of Civilian Conservation Corps Alumni (NACCCA) will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the estab- lishment of the Civilian Conserva- tion Corps (CCC). The NACCA is trying to locate about 2 million former members and persons who were connected or affiliated with the CCC during the 1930s and 1940s. It is a known fact that many of these persons reside in Pennsylvania and areas serviced by the “Post”. I am sure that many of your readers have often wondered what became of the CCC. You can tell them the CCC lives again in the NACCA. It is a young and growing organization with chapters in many of the states throughout the nation, and one of its major objectives is to have the CCC reactivated. One of the foremost financial advisors in the United States is the on-camera instructor of a television course for college credit called, ‘Personal Finance.” He is Robert Rosefsky and his course, offered by Luzerne County Community College, will be seen over WVIA-TV, Channel 44, begin- ning Sunday, June 5 through Aug. 28, from 7 to 8 a.m. Rosefsky graduated from Yale University and the Syracuse Law School after which he spent nearly a decade in the practice of law. During that time he also served as an officer, then as director of a commercial bank. Rosefsky and his wife reside in Los Angeles, Calif., where he writes many articles and books on finan- W cial affairs and scripts for his nationally-syndicated radio and tele- vision ‘‘advice’’ columns. Rosefsky also is the author of the accompany- ing course text for the 26-part tele- course, Personal Finance. Besides his books and radio and television shows, Rosefsky wrote a nationally- syndicated newspaper column, “Speaking Dollar Wise,’ for which he won the John Hancock Award for Excellence in Financial Journalism. The accumulated financial knowl- edge of Robert Rosefsky can be experienced by enrolling in Per- sonal Finance at Luzerne County Community College. For registra- tion information contact Eleanor Miller, administrative assistant to the academic dean at LCCC, 829- 7392. ¥ \ A commemorative postage stamp honoring the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the CCC has been ‘available for purchase since April 6, 1983. Anyone interested in the organiza- tion can write to NACCA, Loeh- mann’s Plaza, 7245 Arlington Blvd., Suite 318, Falls Church, Virginia 22042, for further information and literature. Victor Vengrouskie Seminary Graduates Wyoming Seminary held its 139th commencement exercises on Sunday, May 29 in the Carpenter Athletic Center, Maple Avenue df Kingston. Wallace F. Stettler, who is the ninth president of this coed college preparatory school which was founded in 1844, presided over the ceremonies with Richard L. Pear- sall, Dallas, chair-an of the Board of Trustees presenting the diplomas. Area members of the class of 1983 are: Valerie Geist, Karen L. Hanni- gan, Lowri Hedden, and Constance John, all of Dallas. Also, Suzanne Lehman, Dallas; Debora A. Maseychik, Shavertown; Sarah Pierson, Karin Saul, William E. Anker, Christopher Evans, David Grosek, Christopher Gunster, all of Dallas; Geoffrey S. Heydt, Shaver- town; David H. Lemmond, Dallas; Frank Lombardo, Shavertown; Thomas L. Peeler, Trucksville; Yu Ling Shao, Dallas; John Solinsky, Trucksivlle and Christopher Wil- liams, Dallas. ? )
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