PAGE 6 EDITORIAL Sunday, January 10, 2010 Richard L. Connor PUBLISHER 829-7202 rconnor@timesleader.com The Dallas Post www.mydallaspost.com Community Newspaper Group THE TIMES LEADER 15 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 18711 ® 570-675-521 news@mydallaspost.com Christie Delicati ADVERTISING 970-7111 cdelicati@timesleader.com Dotty Martin EDITOR 970-7440 dmartin@mydallaspost.com Books honor relatives, friends The following memorial/hon- or books have been added to the shelves of the Back Mountain Memorial Library: In memory of Angelo Lussi, “Better Homes and Gardens New Garden Book” presented by Pratt, Williams, Toennes and Zi- kor In memory of Nancy LaBar, “Flower” by Christopher Beane presented by Mr. and Mrs. Len Hoyt In memory of Daniel T. Feder- ici, “Greenhouse Gardener’s Companion” by Shane Smith pre- sented by Beth and Joe Bevevino In memory of Lisa DeSpirito, “After the Bell Rings” by LeAnne Brogan presented by Marilyn Feldman In memory of Roseann Radzin- ski, “My World's View” by Ste- phen Michael Verigood present- ed by Betsy Sorber In memory of Claire Griffith, “Read My Pins” by Madeleine Al- bright presented by Rob Robin- son In memory of Jean Welch, “The Sea is So Wide and My Boat is So Small” by Marian Wright Edelman presented by Beth Be- vevino In memory of Helene Gurdin, “Abigail Adams” by Woody Hol- ton presented by the faculty and staff of John Marshall School In memory of Mary Purcell, “Family Album” by Penelope Lively, presented by Christina and Chuck Finn; “The Bolter” by Frances Osborne, presented by Mark and Kathy Millington In memory of Dennis Daska- lakes, Shotgun” by Elmer Kelton presented by John and Betty Schray and “The Western Trail” by Ralph Compton presented by John and Betty Schray In memory of Zachary B. Rose, “Perfect: Don Larsen’s Miracu- lous World Series Game and the Men Who Made it Happen” by Lew Paper presented by The Ke- vin Rose Family In memory of Margaret Czaj- kowski, “The Queen Mother” by William Shawcross presented by Janet Marchakitus In memory of Mark Horoshko, “The Climbing Handbook” by Steve Long presented by Nancy Silvi In memory of Russell Dunne, “Darwin in Galapagos” by K. Thalia Grant and Gregory B. Istes presented by Jennifer Ro- ginski In memory of Shirley N. Opel, “Blessings” presented by Mac and Lynn Ahmad In memory of Leon D. Ema- nuel, “The Imperial Cruise” by James Bradley presented by Dal- las Kiwanis i In memory of Mary McDade, “House Beautiful: The Home Book” by Carol Spier presented by Jack and Jennie Martin In memory of my brother Mer- le, “Santa Buddies: the legend of Santa Paws” (DVD) presented by Cheryl Newberry In memory of Mary Purcell, “The Greek Poets” (reference) presented by Diane Purcell In memory of Mary M. Purcell, “The Horse Lover’s Bible” by Tamsin Pickeral presented by Northeastern Horsemen's Asso- ciation In memory of Agnes Gregson, “Oxford American Writer’s The- saurus” (reference) presented by Mr. and Mrs. John Gregson The following books are in memory of Cleo Eneboe and are presented by Robert Rogers: “The Honorable Marksley” by Sherry Lynn Ferguson (large print), “Coming Home” by Eliza- beth Rose (large print), “Every- thing but a Wedding” by Holly Ja- cobs (large print) In memory of Cleo Eneboe, “Miss Jacobson’s Journey” by Carola Dunn (large print), pre- sented by Susan A. Thorne; “Is- land of Dreams” by Helen McCabe (large print) presented by Mark and Patty Hozempa In memory of Donald C. Zinn, “Taking You Places: A Book About Bus Drivers” by Ann Owen presented by Ron and Deborah Miller In memory of Megan Elizabeth Oravitz, “Ouch!” by Ragnhild Scamell and “The Sea Mice and the Stars” by Kenneth Steven, presented by her grandparents, Kathleen and Jack Oravitz In honor of Millie Zarambo, a very special person observing a very special birthday on April 7, “The Sewing Book” by Alison Smith In honor of Clifford Parker on his 80th birthday, “The Test of Our Times” by Thomas J. Ridge, presented by KH.S. Class of 1946, “Historic Photos of Penn- sylvania” presented by K.H.S. Class of 1946, “My Paper Chase” by Harold Evans presented by his classmates from K.H.S. Class of 1946, “Broken Jewel” by David L. Robins presented by Bette R. Truscott, “The Violet Hour” by Daniel Judson presented by Be- tte R. Truscott, “Black Seconds” by Karin Fossum, presented by Florence Anne and Frank Berna and “Blood’s a Rover” by James Ellroy, presented by Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Collins, Sr. In honor of John Graham on his 60th birthday, “The New York Times Practical Guide to Practi- cally Everything” presented by Jean R. Hughes In honor of Mrs. Jean McCos- key in celebration of her 90th birthday, “Mother’s Best” by Lisa Schroeder presented by Melissa and Chris Alexander The following CDs are in hon- or of Howard Swain and are pre- sented by The Worship and Mu- sic Committee St. Paul’s Luthe- ran Church: “Divas” by Andrew Lloyd Webber, “Gold” by Andrew Lloyd Webber and “The Greatest Songs” by Andrew Lloyd Webber It was mighty cold at Ricketts Glen on Sunday, Dec. 20, when Deno Pantelakos, of Idlewood Drive in Dallas, shot this photo. “YOUR SPACE" is reserved specifically for Dallas Post readers who have something they'd like to share with fellow readers. Submitted items may include photos or short stories and should be sent via e-mail at news@mydallaspost.com, by fax at 675- 3650 or by mail to The Dallas Post, 15 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711. Information must include the submitting person's name, address and a telephone number in the event we have questions. Readers wishing to have their photos re- turned should include a self-addressed/ stamped envelope. Items will be published in the order in 41 which they are reserved. The editor of The fi Dallas Post reserves the right to reject any items submitted for publication. 20 YEARS AGO Increased prices of home heat- ing oil, propane and kerosene during the extreme cold weather over the Christmas and New Years holidays created a crowd of irate customers for local fuel dealers. Alan Ma- jor of Leh- man said that before ~ the record ) cold he had fuel oil de- livered at $1.03 per gallon. “My next deliv- ery was $1.30 per gallon,” Major said. “A year ago it was only 68 cents per gallon. There’s no need for it because there isn’t any shortage.” The new Center for Technolo- gy at the Penn State Wilkes- Barre campus in Lehman housed students for the first time Monday, as the finishing touches were being placed on the unique facility. The Center combines several laboratories, a lecture hall, two lecture rooms, an astronomy dome and a unique teleconference auditori- um in its 30,000 square feet of space. It also houses 17 faculty offices, kitchens and conference facilities. A new Boy Scout Troop, to be designated Troop 233, will be or- ganized on January 23 at 7 p.m. at the Shavertown United Meth- odist Church. Albert L. Karolchik has been named Scoutmaster. Jason Getz, Life Scout, will be an aide to the troop. Boys who are 11 years old or in the 6th grade or beyond are eligible to attend. 30 YEARS AGO Walter Weir, Paul Jobson and Scott Keller, all members of the Dallas Mountaineers basketball team, were named to the All-Star team by the judges in the Dallas Invitational Basketball Tourna- ment. Jobson was named Most Valuable Player. The girls’ varsity basketball team of Gate of Heaven ran their league record to 3-1 by defeating North End Catholic 46-24. Patti YESTERDAY Judge hit for 14 points and Jill Solinski tossed in 12 to pace the Gatorettes scoring. Other team members include Pam Solinski, Leah Slattery, El- len Joyce, Debbie Gardner, Kath- leen Kelley, Kathy Dixon, Julie Napieralski, Jonel Jorda, Marga- ret Purcell, Susan Rutkoski and Lori Novick. Judy Major, a Lake-Lehman High School senior, will partici- pate in the Pennsylvania All- State Chorus Festival in Pitts- burgh this weekend. A first alto, Judy was selected for this honor through audition at regional chorus last February. 40 YEARS AGO The Dallas cagers wound up a successful exhibition season with an exciting victory in the fourth annual Wilkes-Barre Invi- tational Basketball Tournament Saturday afternoon at Coughlin. Coach Clint Brobst’s Moun- taineers captured the tourney ti- tle by defeating Pittston Area, 77-65, paced by Chuck LaBerge’s stellar performance. Chuck piled up 24 points in the game against Pittston and 22 against Meyers. Members of the winning team include Charles Hoffecker, co- captain, Dave Jones, co-captain, Jim Miller, Jack Fedock, Ed La- Batch, Chuck LaBerge, Scott Lefko, Tony Fannick, Tom Burk- hardt, Bill Flock, Frank Summa and Arvin Tucker. Fred Lamoreaux, who will have completed 24 years of ser- vice to Dallas Township in 1974, was unanimously reelected chairman of the board of super- visors Monday night at an orga- nization meeting at the new mu- nicipal building. Elected vice president of the board was supervisor Phil Wal- ters. Glen Howell was reelected secretary-treasurer. 50 YEARS AGO Quick thinking and decisive action on the part of two Pine- crest Avenue women saved the home of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Brobst from destruction by fire Sunday morning. The Brobsts were on Long Island for the holi- day and not expected back until late Sunday. At 9:15 Mrs. Philip Heycock saw what she thought was the re- flection of a bonfire in the win- dow of her neighbor’s home. But there was no bonfire. So the blaze had to be inside the house, and there was nobody home. Mrs. Heycock dashed from front to back door trying to get in the house. Mrs. Doris Mallin, di- rectly across the street, on the verge of taking her children to Sunday School, saw Mrs. Hey- cock’s excited efforts and joined her. Doris knew where the Brobsts left the key and opened the door. The two women extinguished the flames around the window frame with dripping towels, pulled out the plug which was feeding the blazing fire and had the situation under control. Gate of Heaven Altar and Ros- ary Society installed Mrs. J, War- ren Yarnal president Monday evening at the regular monthly meeting. Installed also were these officers: Mrs. William Wal- lo, first vice president; Mrs. Fran- cis Berry, second; Mrs. Matthew Evans, secretary; Mrs. J. O’Don- nell, treasurer; Mrs. Joseph Brett, financial secretary. 60 YEARS AGO Dallas Township High School’s Vocational Department is well represented at the State Farm Show this week. Five boys, members of the Farm Show Band, left early to take part in Band rehearsals on Sunday and played in the band on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Boys playing in the band are: David Pellam, Calvin Miers, Kenneth Martin, Jerry Elston and Olin Race. The rest of the boys left Wednesday and will return to- day. They are: Robert Fitzer, Thomas Dietrick, Jerry Leston, Robert Parrish, Andrew Mattie, Rosser Cooke, Robert Earl and Herbert Wertman. Thomas Metz, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Metz, Carver- ton, was injured late Monday af- ternoon when he was hit by an automobile while alighting from a school bus near his home. The bus driver had started his vehicle and proceeded on his way without knowing the child ©& had been hit. The accident was 5 mm ¢ ap witnessed by Tommy’s mother Y who was awaiting his return ;, from school. She ran to his aid and accompanied him to Nesbitt \@ Hospital, whence he was taken by the driver of the car. Unconscious upon admit- - tance, sutures were necessary to close bad lacerations on his head £81 and face. X-rays revealed no frac- J] tures. Latest reports indicate .g that no serious injuries have been found, although the child | suffered many bruises and deep lacerations. 70 YEARS AGO The Distinguished Service & Certificate of the State Depart- ment of the American Legion, the highest honor conferred up- on non-Legionnaires, was award- ed to Dr. Harry A. Brown of Leh: 51 #) ji man last night: at a ceremony conducted in Lehman Metho- — dist Churé¢h’by?'Daddow-Isaacs Post, No. 672, American Legion. Dr. Brown was chosen for the award because, during 34 years of practice in Lehman, he has quietly personified the highest ideals of his profession. He has served his neighbors well, often traveling a considerable dis- | tance, sometimes in dangerous weather, to answer a call. He has been the physician at more than 3,000 births. A cast of well-known local per- sons, under professional direc- tion, will appear in “Mystery at gi Midnight,” a three-act comedy \@ which will be presented in Dal- las Borough High School Janu- ary 18 and 19, under the auspices of the Dallas Borough Parent- h Teacher Association. The cast of characters in- cludes Ralph Rood, Betty Nie- meyer, Jerry Sullivan, Mrs. Nel- son Shaver, Clarence LaBar, Jo- seph Jewell, Mrs. G.K. Swartz, Evan Brace, Clyde Veitch, Mrs. Laverne Race, Velma Herring and Elwood McCarty. Information for “Only Yester- day” 1s taken from past issues of The Dallas Post which is 120 vears old. The information is printed her exactly as i# ap- peared in the newspaper vears ago. “HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT NATURAL GAS DRILLING COMING TO THE BACK MOUNTAIN?" “I worry about the water supply; however, | think some local res- idents could benefit.” Deanna Mennig Dallas "Good, as long as they don't affect the envi- ronment and water quality, especially pri- vate wells." Steve Kosierowski Franklin Township “Bad idea. Too many corrupt and dirty hands will be involved. Somebody will make money. Gas should be everybody's ; it won't be now.” Vince Vespico Shavertown : ssid “I think it's going to come. It will help the economy but it's not all about the money. They should follow the DEP regs.” Shawn Kravitsky Franklin Township “l don't see it as a bad idea; might as well use them." Ted Treslar Trucksville “I prefer to keep it more natural and avoid gas drilling.” Theresa Banas Dallas a A ne. ltd A
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