The Cherokeean. (Rusk, Tex.), Vol. 140, No. 2, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 18, 1988 Page: 2 of 18
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PAGETWO—THE CHEROKEEAN OFRUSK. TEXAS—THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 18, 1988
Opinion/Editorial
Citizens demand better management
Economic problems send reverberations
throughout every segment of society. Even those
who are not directly hit often feel the side effects
of a troubled economy. Businesses throughout the
state are now experiencing the shock waves of
high unemployment which Texans suffered in the
past two years.
Texas Employment Commission officials say
their phones are steadily ringing with complaints
from business owners about the increase in their
unemployment taxes. More than half of the
statements reflect a 200 percent increase over last
year. The hike is largely because the Texas fund
ran dry and the state had to borrow from the
federal government. Texas employers are respon-
sible for repaying this debt.
While unemployment insurance is a life saver
for families during recession, better management
and more equitable laws governing the fund are
necessary. Texas ranks fifth in premium costs
charged to employers, but ranks twenty-sixth in
the nation in benefits paid to the employee. Those
statistics speak of a serious management problem.
Hopefully, now that we know what our problems
are, state agencies and the legislature can work
with Texas business owners to find a solution to
skyrocketing taxes in this department—before
more businesses are forced to close or do without
unemplpyment insurance to make ends meet.
Whether or not one owns a business, we must
concede that exhorbitant taxes in any area is bad
news for all of us. Increase in this cost will even-
tually drive up the cost of goods and services as
employers try to recuperate from this major ex-
pense. That means higher inflation. This is an
issue for public awareness.
Texans have been through hard times during
the past few years, but through understanding and
cooperation, we will maneuver our way to
economic stability once more. The most impor-
tant thing to remember is that what affects our
neighbor will eventually affect us. All problems,
including higher unemployment taxes, belong to
ALL citizens. Together, we can find effective
solutions.
A good beginning to solving this dilemma is to
give support to candidates in the upcoming elec-
tions who know and understand the issues and
have proven themselves competent managers. No
longer can we as citizens indulge those whose idea
of government management is to spend
frivolously, then tax our way out of bankruptcy.
Citizens are fed up. There WILL be relief in
the form of responsible, successful management.
sandy alien
Sandy Allen
This Side of the Fence
Hamlet faced a dilemma common to all who have a
healthy conscience and a strong sense of justice:
"Whether 'tis nobler.. .to suffer the slings and arrows of
outrageous fortune, or to take arms against a sea of
troubles..." In otherwords, when do you fight back?
Some folks don't take much provocation before they
explode into action. Others shrink from confrontation,
but we all do...and should...have a point beyond which
there is no compromise-no deals. Everybody has to
determine what that limit is, based on his own conscien-
ce and his perception of justice and freedom.
Patrick Henry had his limit...he opted for death
rather than political bondage. On the other hand, the
Marlboro smoker would rather fight than merely switch
brands. Some folks will fight at the drop of a hat...or the
switch of a cigarette.
"Fighting back" encompasses more than revenge.
Most of us are called upon, at some point, to fight for
issues or principles in which we believe. Seriously, these
shouldn't be mere opinions or trivial matters. Our
"fighting" should transcend the immaturity of physical
attack. We "fight" by speaking out, by living by our
convictions even if they contradict the norm, and by
resisting ideas or practices which others may try to for-
ce upon us and which are contrary to our own heart-felt
beliefs.
from the
LION'
EDITOR'S NOTE: The following was contributed.by
Lion George Dodd in the absence of Elma Mustek Jr.
Food for Thought Department: It is difficult for an
honest person to believe others are dishonest. It is just
as difficult for a dishonest person to believe others are
honest.
The Lion Tailtwister was busy this past Thursday. It
seems as if some Lions were forgetting to address their
fellow Lions with respect and one got fined for a little
advertising. All in good fun. We had as our guest Mr. Joe
Eckenrode.
Lion Glen Stanley opened our meeting with prayer
and Lion Lester Hughes led the Lions in some singing.
Lion Jim Cromwell will be announcing plans for a pizza
sales drive in the near future. We will need the money to
pay for the shingles to go on the swimming pool house
roof. And speaking of the swimming pool, it was repor-
ted that a lot of trash is being either thrown out or left on
the grounds at the pool. This pool belongs to all the
citizens of Husk and when visitors see this it is a reflec-
tion on the whole town.
Lion David Petty and Lion Dewayne King are co-
program chairmen for the month of February. Lion
David introduced Mr. Kim Hillencamp from Jackson-
ville as our speaker. Mr. Hillencamp is an ex-marine,
married and is president of Cricle W Supply in Jackson-
ville. He and Mrs. Hillencamp have three children. He is
a member of the Rotary Club in Jacksonville but we will
overlook that. Being a Rotarian, Mr. Hillencamp is
aware that our club, like his, is non-political. He, like
Mrs. Marie Whitehead, spent his time in talking about
issues that will come up in the71st Legislature. He asked
for questions and comments from the Lions on subjects
that are sure to be focused on when the Legislature
meets.
He started off by comparing the population of Texas in
1970 to what it is today. And then the budget in 1970 and
1988. He asked comments from the Lions on such subjec-
ts as tax equity, state income tax, workman's comp.,
and education. Everyone knows that you don't get
something without paying for it, so we know we must
pay taxes to support our state agencies. But tax equity is
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needed so that each will pay their fair share. Again the
Lions put thumbs down on a state income tax. It is
another way for the state to get their hands in our
pocketbook, knowing full well that once there, they will
, stay and stay and stay. Workman's comp. is now costing
ao much each year that many small businesses are
having to close down. There does not seem to be a
leveling off in the near future.
Last but not least, education seems to be the topic on
everyone's mind. The Lions agree that good education is
a must but that the decisions must be made at home and
not in a district or federal court. And not in Austin or
Washington either. Mr. Hillencamp ended his talk with
a few remarks on the local level. He talked about Lake
Eastex, MHMR-TDC in Rusk, cleaning up our rivers,
etc. An informative program and we thank Mr. Hillen-
camp for taking the time to visit with us.
The football fan had taken his fiancee to see his
favorite team in action. It had rained and he exclaimed,
"there's a big patch of water right in the center of the
field."
"Yes," observed his girl. "I suppose that's one of
those football poolfc they talk about."
See you this Thursday at the Southern.
Major changes in history can be contributed to people
who were willing to fight for their beliefs. Without those
who will stand up and be counted, we would drift into
complacency, ignoring those social, economic and
political problems which need to be addressed. At the
risk of "rocking the boat," some folks are courageous
enough to tackle what they feel is wrong or unjust.
When the time comes to defend the principles by
which we live, hopefully, our courage will match our
commitment. The words of a brave man linger in my
memory: "He who stands for nothing will fall for
anything."
Readers' Response
Dear Editor:
I was very pleased to see the article last week entitled
'"Throw out mentality' spurs citizen outrage," regar-
ding the terrible lack of respect for others exhibited by
students who throw trash on the road close to the
schools. There are many citizens who are outraged by
this. We have a beautiful little town and many visitors
and frankly, lam embarrassed by this "garbage lane."
Several of my friends own property across from the
schools, and so that they may enjoy their homes and
land, they must spend extra time and energy picking up
the garbage thrown in their yards by others.
Let's teach our children not only respect for private
property, but also pride in their home town. We all need
to work together to keep it clean and pretty. Two
suggestions for the students are: 1) keep a paper sack or
small trash bag in your car to put your trash in until you
find a trash receptacle and 2) "adopt" the road from the
schools to the railroad track toward town and keep it
cleaned. This would not only serve as a lesson in
discipline, it would also hopefully develop a sense of
civic pride as well as furnish much-needed exercise,
fresh air and sunshine, which are necessary for health.
Come on; Students let's show the townspeople we don't
haveany "slobs" going to our schools!
Sincerely,
Carolyn Leiber
Rt.l,
■ Rusk, Texas
Kissin' Kuzzins
Carolyn Ericson
1614Redbud
Nacogdoches, Texas 75961
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Seeking information on Floyd M. Hicks, born late
1800s Sikeston, Mo. Sister Mrs. Florence Harper, said
her brother moved to Texas after 1945 and that he had 7
or 8 children. She didn't know where in Texas he lived.
Monroe Spruiel Hicks, born 1861, was in father's
(Mathew Monroe Hicks) household 1880 Madison Co.
Mo. census. Listed in old record books of Georgetown,
Colorado 1885 as moved to Texas. Where? Would like to
correspond with anyone who has information on this
Hicks family.
— Kathy Newton, 32295 Church Street, Rockwood,
Mi. 48173.
Edmon Newton May married Arkie Wingfield in Bell
County, Texas in 1873. E. N. and his brother, Frank lived
in Falls Co. till ca 1891 when they moved to Coleman
County, Texas. During their years in Falls Co. Frank
was a school teacher and a minister. Edmon tried his
hand at being a doctor and a lawyer to no success. It's
possible more of their brothers from Coosa and Greene
Counties, Alabama lived near. Would like to exchange
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Lady who gives bear hugs
Louise Abbott taught elementary school fulltime for
several years, then worked as a substitute teacher. She
is known around Vernon as the lady who gives bear
hugs. When she taught the youngsters, she would give
them big hugs for encouragement or praise. "They're
real bear hugs, too," says Louise, '"cause I'm a Baylor
bear."
Now her banker, lawyer, doctor, grocer, plumber and
service station man are all former students of hers. And
every where she goes in Vernon, she gets the hugs back
with interest. She is the city's sweetheart. "I think hugs
help," she says. "One of the last years I substituted, I
walked into this school room, picked up the teacher's
plans and right at the bottom of the page she had writ-
ten, 'Watch out for Willie.' When the children started
coming in, I said, 'Where's Willie?' A little hand went
up. I said, 'Willie, you know this morning when you and
the other children were marching into the room, I knew
there would be one little boy who would help me today.
You just look like the very one. Would you help me?' He
replied,'Yeah!'"
So Louise had him passing out papers and doing little
chores all day. Besides.giving hugs, she always wrote
little love notes on the children's papers, like "You're
my honey," "I love you," "You're super" and similar
phrases. When it came time for spelling, she helped
Willie on his work so he would do a good job and earn a
bear hug. "I graded his paper, wrote a love note on it and
told him, 'Oh, Willie you did so good. You're gonna get a
bear hug. Come on up here.' He came up and he was so
cute. He said, 'Why can't you be my teacher all the
time?' And when he left that afternoon he was so happy.
You don't have problems with kids when you write love
notes on their tablets and give 'em bear hugs. They work
for these things."
She ran into a school official she had taught years ago
and while they were visiting, he told her that she
probably couldn't get away with that today, since
teachers are not supposed to touch a child now. Louise
told him, "I would not fit into the program."
Her nickname is Beezy, which comes from her
nephew trying to pronounce her name when he was just
learning to talk. Louise got to Vernon in 1926 and taught
the first grade for 41 years. "I loved every minute of it,"
she says. "And I hear from so many of my former kids.
So many of them stayed right here and are having suc-
cessfuílives."
She has fond memories of her students. Early one
morning on a school holiday, a doctor who had made a
house call saw his son walking to school. The man pulled
alongside the boy and asked where he was going. "To
school," the youngster replied. His dad said, "But you
don't have to go today. Nobody will be there.'' The youn-
gster told his dad, "My teacher will be there and she's
gonna give us a holiday and I want to be the first one
there to get it."
Louise has taken more than 30 courses at the junior
college in Vernon, which planted a tree in her honor. She
also paints.
She plays piano for just about every occasion in Ver-
non, including the weekly Rotary meeting. "I wouldn't
miss that for anything.. .all those men wantin' to hug me.
I need the hugs now."
She started playing the piano when she was 18 months
old. Her sister was taking piano at the time, and Louise
would hear the tunes her sister played, then play them
herself by ear. By the age of three, she was playing for
banquets. She now carries a big book with her when she
goes to play somewhere. Most people think the book is
full of music. Actually, it contains lists of songs she can
Play-
Louise and her family lived next door to a man named
Sweet Jenkins. One day when she was a child, he pickéd
up Louise and took her to the local saloon, placed her on
a piano stool and took bets on whether she could play.
Louise came home with a pocketful of money. Louise
played hymns she heard at church for the men in the
saloon.
She studied music a long time, but never liked the
lessons. She felt she could always make the music sound
better by adding a note here or there. Her teachers tried
to get her to stick to playing the music as it was written.
Louise Abbott is grateful for her talent and enjoys
sharing it with others. She has a big time in Vernon.
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