L 4 The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, March 22 , 1989 - Te DALLASC0ST Candidates should follow rules, too It seems some would-be public officials in the Back Moun- tain could use a lesson in basic civics. One candidacy was rejected last week and one limited for violations of some funda- mental regulations that apply to petitioning for office. In one case, Martin Noon'’s petitions were thrown out be- cause of irregularities including that dates on the petitions were incorrect. Both he and the notary who signed his petitions should have known better than to have allowed incorrect dating. In Se other incident, Edward Mark's Democratic petitions were rejected, although he was allowed to remain on the Republican ticket. Mark had filed an affadavit stating that he was a registered Democrat, when in fact he is registered as a Republican. We won't even begin to speculate on how that could have happenned. Many - perhaps most - people will probably excuse these incidents as minor slipups on the basis that these are good men who have much to contribute to public office. That may be true. However, as public officials, they would have been sworn to uphold the laws of their nation, state and municipality, and to have administered them evenly. Failing to follow the pre- scribed rules now is not a good recommendation for what their behavior in office might have been. We believe that our society works best when its citizens, and especially its leaders, play by the rules. Yes, that means things sometimes move more slowly than we would like; and, yes, that means we can't get the little favors that make us feel special. ~ But we think those drawbacks are a good trade for the confidence that all citizens are being treated equally under the law. That principle is one of the strongest in our democracy. Easter - a season for celebration This Sunday most Christians will celebrate Easter, the day marking the Resurrection of the crucified Jesus Christ. While the actual day may be in dispute - many Orthodox denomina- tions have only begun their Lenten season - the spirit is the same. Easter offers perhaps the greatest promise ever made to mankind; that there can be life everlasting. For believers, this Holiday is the most important of all, since it marks the fulfill- ment of that promise. If this week has special spiritual meaning for you, we hope - you will feel its significance personally. There are many parallel holidays in other religions and ancient rites. The Easter season is also the time of renewal for living things that have been dormant through the cold, gray winter months. Plants, birds and animals come alive with the ‘warmth of the spring sun, and we all feel a little stronger and healthier. In that small way, all of Nature shares the spirit of the Resurrection. Enjoy the day and the season; it holds promise for us all. ~ Letters invited © The Dallas Post encourages readers to share their opinions , with signed and include a telephone number so that we may veri will not publish anonymous letters. Send letters to; The D: “> 366, Dallas PA 18612. Letters raceived by Noon on Monday may be included the, ' community by writing a letter to the editor. All letters for publication must ba, authenticlty. We By NANCY KOZEMCHAK Post, P.O. Box : in that week's issue. The Dallas Post Published Weekly by Bartsen Media, Inc. P.O. Box 366, Dallas PA 18612 Telephone: 717-675-5211 Ronald A. Bartizek Editor and Publisher Charlotte E. Bartizek Associate Publisher Tami Britton Charlot M. Denmon Advertising Acct. Exec. Reporter Rob Zapotoski Olga Kostrobala Classified/typesetting Composition MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL NEWSPAPER ASSOCIATION . AND THE PENNSYLVANIA NEWSPAPER PUBLISHER'S ASSOCIATION Daisy Chrysanthamums? How'd they do that? Ray Darling doesn't know. But he raises and cares for these sea Dallas. (Photo by Charlotte Bartizek) sonal beauties in his greenhouse in Letters ‘Writer contests previous letter regarding impact of Deer Meadow development Editor: I am prompted to reply to an article by Hugh P. King that ap- peared in your newspaper in re- gard to supposed problems attrib- uted to the proposed Deer Meadow Estates Development. Mr. King tells of the blasting that will begin shortly on Machell Avenue by the Dallas Area Munici- pal Authority, to move a main from Powderhorn Drive to Machell Ave- nue. He implies that the reason for moving the main is due to the development of Deer Meadows. I would like to quote a statement that appeared in the newspaper by Mr. Tom Bagley, manager of DAMA. “Whether or not the Deer Meadow is settled, the main is being moved to the original planned site on Machell Avenue and residents are complelled to connect to the sew- ers.” He went on to say “The Devel- opment has nothing to do with it. It is all in our master plan, as the move was planned five or six years ago. The main is ordered, and we have the permit for eight or nine years.” Another of Mr. King's main concerns is the “mess” a number of residents will have to put up with while the work goes on. I have never seen any construction that did not make a “mess”, but the end result makes any temporary in- convenience well worth it. On the subject of supposed damage to existing private wells and their being damaged or de- stroyed by the blasting he wonders if DAMA will pay for it. Mr. King why don'tyou get a definite answer from DAMA instead of speculating about it? In regard to his concern for the cost of installation fees for con- necting to the sewer. It is a small price to pay to have a trouble free sewage system instead of the pres- ent faully private septic systems, with their pollution of the environ- ment. People connected to sewage systems say it is the best thing since “apple pie”. : I would think Mr. King as a member of the Dallas Boro Preser- | | vation Society who's intent it is to Library news ——. Library collection includes award-winning children's books The Caldecott Medal is an an- nual award for the most distin- guished picture book for children published during the previous year. It was the first award recognizing the work of the illustrator of a book. Many of the prize winning works are found on the shelves of our children’s room. The 1988 winner was “Owl Moon” by Jane Yolen illustrated by John Schoen- herr. The story is of a little girl and her father who go owling. Depicted is the special companionship of a young child and her father as well as humankind's close relationship to the natural world. The illustra- tor's soft, watercolor illustrations make the book a visual as well as -a verbal treasure. “Hey, Al” is the 1987 Caldecott winner written by Arthur Yorinks and Richard Egielski. The story is bout Janitor Aland his faithful dog, Eddie, when they leave their life of work and struggle and escape to a ‘paradise’ with the help of a mysterious bird. They lead a life of ease and com- fort. Is it better than the life they left? Both agree, there is no place like home. These Caldecott Medal winners are available at the li- brary. Avery faithful borrowing patron is Beth Klimek, seven years old, in second grade at Westmoreland Grade School. She borrows two books from her library at school each week and then comes into the Back Mountain Memorial Library each Friday to borrow her week- end books. The library is happy to serve our regular weekly patrons, both children and adults, as they borrow the books to read at home for their pleasure and enjoyment. protect the environment from pol- lution you would be in favor of the hook-up to the sewage system. On the sidewalk issue, you feel they will be needed for Sterling, Powderhorn and Machell Avenue for the safety of pedestrians be- Only yesterday 50 Years Ago - Mar. 24, 1939 Dallas group hopes to solve water problems After five and a half months, the Valley newspapers closed by a strike prepare to publish. A Dallas group headed by Henry Disque hope to solve the water problem by conferring with the PUC Monday at the Capitol. Three Legionnaires discuss scholarship to be given in the county before Dallas Borough PTA Monday night. Hyman Shulman, 14-year-old violinist, and Gary Graffman, 10- year-old pianist, will perform at Irem Temple, April 2. 40 Years Ago - Mar. 25, 1949 Methodist Church windows dedicated Howell E. Reese to leave his position as publicity director in Nassau and will return to the states. Church windows have been dedicated to Dallas Methodist Church in memory of Theodore E. Meyers, Ph.G. by his widow Mrs. Elizabeth Hileman Meyers. Alderson Boy Scout Troop 331 took third place honors at the West District Swimming Meet Tuesday night at Meyers High School pool. Dallas A team took the Church Basketball League title by ham- mering Dallas B 68-44. Engaged - Roberta Louise Quaill and Edward J. Keller. . 30 Years Ago - Mar. 19, 1958 Tribute to Back Mountain doctors moves ahead More than $10,000 of the $14,000 workers are trying toraise for a nurse's station and isolation cause of increased traffic. Most of nursery on the third floor of the the pedestrians in that area are the ones who walk their dogs at night. The lack of sidewalks at the present time does not seem todeter the walkers, joggers and dog walk- ers, who pass my home every day, even with heavy traffic. Your reference that the homes to be built at Deer Meadow will be on 1/6 acre lots is incorrect. The developer's plans call for 1/2 acre lots or more. These plans are on record at the Boro building and can be seen by anyone. I for one really resent your calling the Deer Meadow Development a modern- ized version of Levittown. As far as who will benefit by Deer Meadow? It is evident that the residents and taxpayers will benefit by the taxes that will gener- ate from the development. Added revenue can certainly be used for Boro Council to increase their budget where needed. The addi- on of homes for average income lamilies, who .by the way would like to enjoy living in Dallas, and would like to enjoy the same qual- ity of life that you all talk about so - much, but only seem to want for yourselves. The addition of these families will also generate addi- tional sales for area Dallas mer- chants. I would like to see Dallas Boro grow as Kingston and Dallas Town- ships are growing. Time does not stand still, and it is time for prog- ress. There must be, and will be many changes to move forward. The Dallas Boro Council has rec- ognized this and acted for the best interest of Dallas Boro and all of its residents. I understand Mr. King that you are a candidate for a seat on Dallas Boro Council. I would hope that as you campaign, you will present to all Dallas residents, the true facts and not half truths and scare tac- tics that to date you have been presenting. Regina A. Bogdon Dallas General Hospital as a memorial to deceased Back Mountain’ physi- cians is in and efforts will be made to raise the rest in the next few days. College Misericordia president Sr. Mary Celestine, RSM, an- nounced a $3,000,000 expansion for the college of seven new build- ings in the 10-year construction plan. 20 Years Ago - Mar. 20, 1969 Dallas board discusses prayer in schools Several citizens protested the Trucksville Water Co. rates at the Kingston Township supervisors meeting last week. Three teachers resigned from Lake-Lehman at the March 11 ‘meeting of the board, one due to ‘retirement, one leaving the area ' and the third for personal reasons. Dallas School Board agreed to a rewording of the controversial school prayer offered by director Andrew Kozemchak. They amended the motion to read “in- vestigate and study” how return of prayer and Bible reading in class- rooms could be achieved within the law. Wed - Cynthia E. Kipp and Wil- liam C. Sweeney; Dian Jeter Deni- son and James Richard Widman; Emily Ann Weaver and Russell Race III. 10 Years Ago - Mar. 22, 1979 Kingston Township protests water company Groundbreaking for the Back Mountain Medical Center will be held March 31, 11 a.m., at the future site on Route 118. Kingston Township supervisors approved filing a complaint against the Shavertown Water Company with the PUC. es Wed - Linda Flock and David DeVries. 1979 NCAA champion wrestlers will meet Russians March 28. Janine Franklin Homemaker Tracey Shelley Student Dallas “] get excited because the take my son outside for a walk.” weather is so nice.” “It makes me feel good. I can ! Karen Pilger Secretary Lehman It makes me happy because of the warm weather.” J ! Shelley Pavlick Executive secretary Lehman “I's exhilarating and 1 love spring.” Matt Kukosky Student Lake-Lehman “Spring gives me more energy." T he Post asks: What symptoms do you get from spring fever? Nicole Cooper Student Lake-Lehman “Spring makes me feel good. 1 know summer is on its way.” 7 * A Few
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