oad RIAN RE Ae HN rT TE aE eae a a . NO FISHIN WHEN CLouoy SEC. 24007 PARA. 751A SEC, 27514 PARA, 3 50 YEARS AGO - MAY 25, 1934 Dallas Borough School Board reelected the entire school staff and levied a tax of 30 mills for the school year. During the meeting an unknown person laid down a light barrage of rocks against the room in. which the board was meeting. Police believed the incident was subsequent to a political interlude which began shortly before the recent February election. L.B. Squier, supervising principal of Lehman Township Schools for the past four years accepted a similar position at Nicholson. Squier wasd an alumni of Nicholson High School, and Mansfield State Teacher's Col- lege and was taking graduate courses at Pennsylvania State Col- lege. Area residents anxiously awaited the arrival of Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey. Circus. One hundred fifty internaitonally famous clowns took part in the 1934 per- formance. You could get - Stewing chickens 21c 1b,; pork loins 14c lb.; standing rib roast 19c Ib.; cheese 19c Ib; assorted canned fruit, 4 small cans 25¢; canteloupes 2-19¢; peanut butter pt. jar 15c¢; radishes 2 bunches 5c. 40 YEARS AGO - MAY 26, 1944 More than $10,000 worth of damage was caused when six tons of hay and straw stored in one part of the stables at T.N. Wood’s Har- veys Lake estate caught fire by spontaneous combustion. The T- shaped stable contained a machine shop, store rooms and saddle rooms in addition to hay. The spacious grounds and resi- dence owned by the late Kate G. Baur were sold to the Scranton Diocese for the new Gate of Heaven Parish which would be established in Dallas. The property was sold for $8,500. Mr. and Mrs. William Nulton of Kunkle were notified by a War Department telegram of the death of their son Clifford, 33, on Novem- ber 27, 1943 in the European theatre of war. Nulton was on a ship sunk by enemy action. Married - Ruth Rogers to Sgt Richard E. Williams; Mildred Cris pell to Maurice Matthews. Deaths - Rose Dymond, Forty Fort; Mary Allen, Outlet; Mary E. Eipper, Dallas. You could get - Pork loins 25¢ 1b. ; 1b.; haddock fillets 36¢ 1b.; oranges 45¢ doz.; spinach 2 Ibs. 15¢; paper napkins 7c pkg.; root beer extract 24c bottle; tea 4 oz. pkg. 19¢. 30 YEARS AGO - MAY 28, 1954 Local schools’ chose graduation speakers. Honorable Gay H. Brown had chosen the theme ‘‘The Possible You’ for the Westmoreland High School graduation. A former Justice of the New York Supreme Court, Brown was well known as an orator, jurist and civic leader. Lake-Noxen chose State Senator Paul Wagner for their commencement speaker. His topic'was ‘An Outlook on Life’. Jack Vavrek, returned : Korean Prisoner of War, son of Mrs. Anna Vavrek, Demunds entered Wilkes- Barre Business College to pursue a career in the secretarial-business field. Engaged - Elsie Jean Ide to Alden Wagner; Mary Elizabeth Schooley to A.L. Williams. Married - Carolyn Marie Morris to Jack H. Gotfring; Blodwyn Lewis to Donald Shaffer. You could get - Franks 45c¢ lb; hams 73c 1b.; bacon 69c lb.; large jar Nescafe $1.79; tomatoes 25¢ pkg.; radishes 2 bunches 9c; salad dressing 25c pt.; fresh clams 3 1b. basket 79¢c; Velvetta lg. pkg. 51c. 20 YEARS AGO - MAY 28, 1964 Susan Fielding, Lake-Lehman’s May Queen, won a four-year schol- arship to Lycoming College. Daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. John Fielding, Susan is a member of the band and journalism club. She was chosen Rotary Princess at the Rotary Fall Fair and chosen Girl of the Month by the Harveys Lake Women’s Club. Back Mt. Memorial Library board prepared for their annual auction. 2 OST ) J. Stephen Buckley... ud... wii, nll Bla Publisher BiliSavage. i. vi lal Lk ..... Managing Editor Dotty Martin. ........ Shae Cy ere Associate Editor Mike Danowski................. Advertising Representative Sheila Hodges. 51... .0...v. . ciiah Circulation Manager THESE DAYS WHEN A GUY GOES FISHIN, HE OUGHTA TAKE ALONG HIS Frank Huttman was general chair- man. Ed Brominski, chairman of auction grounds while Mrs. Bruce Moen was in charge of general solicitation. Anniversaries Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Harvey, Dallas. 25 years; Mr. and Mrs. William BE. Wright, 25 years; Mr. and Mrs. Martin Cook, Harveys Lake, 9 years Married - Geraldine Goodman to Corey Wall. Deaths - Thomas A. Wright, Jr, Shavertown; Hermina Lutz, Hunts- ville; Lena Carey, Dallas; George Montross, Centermoreland. You could get - Turkey 39c lb; shrimp '59¢ 1b.; scallops 5% 1b.; oranges 49c doz.; lettuce 2 lg. hds. 29¢; tomatoes 39¢ 1h.: strawberries, 39¢ pt.; ‘ice cream, '% gal. 59c; granulated sugar 5 lbs. 6lc¢; franks 10 YEARS AGO - MAY 23, 1974 College Misericordia graduated 209 students in annual ceremonies. Thomas Lewis was the first male student in the history of the college to receive a baccalaureate hood Lewis majored in music. Back Mountain political primaries held literally no surprises. T. Newell Wood retained the nomina- tion for state senator on the Repub- lican ticket. Dan Flood won the nomination “for U.S. Congress; Michael Lewis for state senate and Ken Lee, Lieutenant governor; Frank O'Connell, general assembly. Engaged - Peggy Disque to Greg- ory Moyer. X Anniversaries - Mr. and Mrs. Richard Prynn, 40 years. : Deaths - Anna Borovic, Detroit, Mich.; Joseph Zosh, Sr., Meeker; Rev. Walter H. Beuttler, Shaver- town; Mary P. Stolarick, Dallas; Willard Rogers, Greene, N.Y.; Marie Blaine, Courtdale; Addie H. Peters, ‘Ashley; Frederick Reichert, Dallas; Anna M. Mickus, Swoyers- ville; Martha Grant, Trucksville; George Borish, E. Patterson, N.J.; Myrtle Bitsakos, Dallas. Guest editorial By EDWIN FEULNER irtually everything today becomes embroiled in politics. Take " the Olympic Games. The international athletic events have become more a battleground for competing ideologies than for compet- ing athletes. The 1984 summer games in | Los Angeles will be no exception. Already throwing a pall on the upcoming games is the May 8 Soviet announcement that Soviet athletes will not compete because of alleged U.S. vio- lations of the Olympic Charter. The Soviets charge that “‘extremist’’ groups are planning to create ‘“‘unbeara- ble conditions” for the Soviet delegation and that the U.S. would “not insure the secur- ity...and create normal con- ditions for holding the games.”” The U.S. State Department dismissed the merit.”” What the Soviets are really worried about is that American human rights activists will make it too easy for Soviet-bloc athletes to seek political asylum in the U.S. by setting up ‘“‘safe- houses” in the Los Angeles area for potential political defectors. But the politicking doesn’t stop here. The Palestine Lib- eration Organization (PLO), which claims “credit” for the massacre of 11 Israeli athletes and three others at the 1972 Munich Olympic Games, is petitioning the International Olympic Com- mittee for participation. Although there is virtually no chance the PLO can clear the political ‘obstacles neces- DEAR EDITOR: We must move forward and again use the creative powers of faithful Americans to awaken the nation with purpose, humanity and vitality. The Constitution and Bill of Rights provide the inalienable rights of each person to liberty, justice and equality under the law. Americans want elected officials sary for participation in this year’s games, the fact that PLO participation is consid- ered worthy of discussion is a sign that ‘“‘world opinion” has forgotten the Munich slaughter. Morever, a 17-year old, who may be the fastest female 5,000 meter runner on earth, has her own Olympian problems. Zola Budd, a South African, has run the distance in 15 minutes, 1.83 seconds - more than six sec- onds faster than the official world record of U.S. Olym- pian Mary Decker. Zola recently was granted British citizenship after Home Sec- ally waived the normal three-year waiting period. South Africa currently is banned from participating in the Olympics. But why shouldn’t Budd, if she’s the best in the world in her class, be allowed to partici- pate, even if the policies of her country are objectiona- ble? Is the Soviet Union’s slaughter of Afghans less objectionable? And then there’s Taiwan. The Nationalist Chinese gov- ernment in Taiwan is by no means among the bloodiest on the globe. Compared to most of the world - including the People’s Republic of China (PRC) - the country is a model of enlightenment. Yet Taiwanese athletes aren’t allowed to represent the Republic of China. Only the government of the PRC is officially recognized by the Olympic Committee. So, at the 1984 winter games, Taiwanese athletes appeared in the opening parade carry- ing the Olympic flag, rather than the flag of their home- land. More than just the Repub- lic of China’s flag was with honesty and integrity who will inspire confidence, and not the per- ennial promises of politicians. Political self-conception is seduc- tive and repressing. Repression is self-destructive, without inspiration or constructive motivation, with limited perception and loss of public confidence. Political success requires adher- absent from the winter games in Sarajevo, Yugo- slavia. The International Olympic Committee also decided that correspondents for Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty should not be allowed to cover the games. Because these networks, funded by the United States, broadcast news behind the Iron Curtain, the Olympic Committee ruled they are propaganda outlets, rather than news organizations. Of course, Radio Moscow, which broadcasts Soviet propaganda globally, and other state-run Communist propaganda operations was welcome and awarded the same credentials as CBS and NBC. ! & These are by no meal isolated cases. The Olympic Games today are no longer just a showcase for athletic talent. Despite their Olympic garb, many ‘of the world’s premier athletes have become political punching bags. The Olympic Games are supposed to transcend poli tics. So why should South African athletes be banned for crimes over which they have no control? Why should the Soviet Union even think of demanding concessions in return for participation? Why should a terrorist orga- nization claiming ‘‘credit’’ for the slaughter of 14 inno cent ‘people at an Olympic event only 12 years ago 1 welcome like the prodig son at subsequent Olympics The outcome of these tes'@g will demonstrate the true spirit of the modern Olympic Games. (Edwin Feulner is presi- dent of The Heritage Foun- dation, a Washington-based public policy research insfi- tute.) the usual and ordinary political techniques to get elected or re elected. The people want honesty, integ F. BUDD SCHOOLEY, M.I PRESIDENT, BACK MT. PROTECTIVE ASSN Here is a summary of important events that occurred on Capitol Hill last week from: Rep. Frank Coslett, 120th Legislative District. A STATE BUDGET amounting to more than $8.8 billion was adopted by the House this week. The 1984-85 spending plan was approved in a 139-60 vote, but few if any lawmak- ers expect that it will be the final budget. The proposal is $350 million higher than a plan presented by the governor. Opponents say it might produce a deficit of $400 million. Supports say passage was essential in starting the budget process. A reconsideration motion was filed after passage of the bill and that will prevent the measure from moving on to the Senate for a week or more. 0- THE HOUSE APPROVED budget would still allow the personal income tax to drop from 2.45 per- cent to 2.35 percent. The state's corporate net income tax would drop from 10.5 percent to 9.5 per- cent. -0: THE FEDERAL Department of Education has commended Pennsyl- vania for its comprehensive educa- tional reform program. Education Secretary Terrel Bell noted that the reforms included: legislative fund- ing to encourage student enrollment in math and science teaching pro- grams; new course requirements and curriculum objectives in ele- including increased math and sci- .ence courses; and tests of third, fifth and eighth graders starting next fall to identify students needing remediation. -0- CAPITAL PROJECTS amounting to $670 million would be authorized under legislation sent to Gov. Dick Thornburgh this week. The funds would be for the construction, repair and furnishing of state-owned facilities and other public institu- tions. The governor had recom mended a capital budget of than $168 million. less Library news Library Correspondent A special tribute to the Dallas Junior Woman’s Club and the 40 years it served the Back Mountain community. The decision to disband the organization came as a disap- pointment to many residents. This club’s contribution to the commu- nity, the state and the General Federation was overwhelming. The dedication of its members is what made it so outstanding and I, per- sonally, am proud to have served as its president from 1966 to 1968. A special presentation was made to the Back Mountain Memorial Library of a shadow box containing an engraved plaque of past club presidents, the club gavel and the federation pin worn by the presi- dents. This shadow box is now displayed in the reference room of the library where it will be a reminder of the great service this Ls 0 3 X { organization gave to the Back Mountain. The ‘Friends of the Library’ cam- paign for 1984 is in progress and we would welcome more members. Financial donations in any amount will be accepted and help us to meet our goal for the year. The ‘Friends’ contributions are a part of our budget and now, more than ever, we need the financial help. Be a library supporter! Be a friend! Summer hours at the library will begin on June 8. The changes are that the library will be closed Satur- days and will close at 5:30 on Mondays and Wednesdays. Other hours will remain the same. The children’s”annex will close on May 30 and the new children’s depart- ment will open in temporary quart- ers on the second floor of the new library building on Huntsville Road on June 15. Planning a summer vacation? Whether you're thinking about travel in our own state, a visit to a ‘a trip to a foreign ¥ phi country - you will .enjoy your vaca- tion more by planning it with the help of books from your library. Use your library often - it’s an inform tion center for every need ; New books at the library “Random Hearts” by Warren Adie? is a novel of betrayal and love, It is a love story as unique as it is timeless, a tantalizing tale of love and deception with a fateful - and fatal - twist. Vivien and Edward, total strangers to each other, were brought together under tragic and bizaare circumstances. “Kill and Tell” by William Z. Kienzle features Father Koesler and Inspector Walter Koznicki along with a new cast of characters revolving around auto executive Frank Hoffman. Frank is on his way up at the company and some- one would like him out of the way - | permanently. There are four people who would benefit personally and professionally from his death. Father Koesler acquires a startling understanding of the personalities @ |
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