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West Happenings By Wanda Adair
It's September, and it briefly felt like fall was on its way. Then our
thermometers hit the 90 s again. But it was nice while it lasted. Soon
we'll be complaining about it being cold! So many say every summer
that they can barely wait until it's cold again, but I prefer warmer to
colder weather. I’ll take my heat now, and not later.
We're stripping cotton, and the area gins are, of course, up and
going again. I hope there is more cotton in the fields than it looks like
from the road, or this crop is going to be skimpy, too. It would be
wonderful to see some bale to the acre cotton again.
Last week I was telling about some of the people we knew who had
moved away. Larry Lichnovsky was back in town over the weekend,
also. I asked him if he was running in the events on Sunday at
Westfest, but he said he wasn't, that he was working with the races
instead of actually running.
The Mitchell's daughter and son-in-law from Houston, John and
Sherry Nelson, and little Christine, visited over the weekend.
The Stacy families were out of town on Labor Day weekend for a
family reunion. I know they eiyoyed getting to visit with friends and
family.
The McMahan Reunion was last weekend in Beaumont. Over 100
attended this event. Martha Gilchrist attended the reunion, and
Velma and Milton Elrod, from Dallas, also were able to attend, as
Murl McMahan drove them to Beaumont.
It's hard to go to different events if you are no longer able to drive,
but there are a lot of good people left in this world, who help to look
out for others. Thank You, Murl.
Minnie Lou Cammack had angioplasty surgery last week. At last
report, she was doing well. Hang in there Minnie Lou. We love you
and are praying for you.
Ruby Cox hasn't felt well in a while. Ruby, we hope and pray you
feel much better and soon.
The middle school and high school had their Open House last
Monday evening. Let's hope you visited your child's school. If you
went in the evening, you could get down the halls.
Friday night is the West High Homecoming Game. The game will
start at 7:30 p.m. Come early for a good seat as the stadium really
fills up on homecoming nights.
Denise Clifton presented her husband and daughters with a
brand new little girl over the weekend. At last report the whole
family was doing well. The newest Clifton is small but noisy.
Birthdays that I know about are Trent McCoy on September 4;
Ai\ja Bastian on September 6; Erinn Nelson on September 11;
Eunice Huflhines on September 12; Walter Jones on September 15;
and our son Randy on September 16. Happy Birthday all of you and
to everyone who is not on my list, why aren’t you? Call and let me
know when, and we ll wish you a personalized happy birthday, also.
When you feel really down, look around and try to cheer up
someone else's life. It will brighten your day and your outlook on life.
Take care and drive carefully. Buckle up, you just might save your
life!
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(September 11)
The West News - Thursday, September 12,1996
Senior Citizen News
By Stella Perez
Hi! This past Monday morning, there was a very nice crowd of
ladies line dancing at the West Senior Center. They line dance from
9:30-11 a.m. each Monday and would love for anyone to come join in
the fun with them. Very good exercise! And they say it’s easy to learn.
Next week on Thursday, the Antique Pickers will be coming to the
West Senior Center to play for everyone. It will be birthday party
time for you people in September.
Then on Friday of next week, the Over 50 Dance Club will be
having their monthly dance at the Lone Star Hall in West. The
Grannies and Papa from Whitney will be furnishing the music for
your dancing pleasure.
It's time to guide you cowboys out there a bit. Here’s a couple from
'Don't Squat With Yer Spurs On': One is, "If you're gonna take the
measure of a man, take the full measure."; and the other is "When
you throw your weight around, be ready to have it thrown around by
somebody else."
The flu season is approaching rapidly and flu shots will be offered
at the West Senior Center again. They anticipate a day in October,
but have not confirmed a date as of yet. Will keep you posted.
The West Senior Center thanks Bessie and Harry Lichnovsky for
their donation of sugar, which the kitchen can use.
Door prizes at the Center last week were donated by Community
Grocery, Vanek's Exxon, Czech Stop and West Food Mart. Thanks
for all of your support.
Winners last week of door prizes were Donnie Mangrum, Annie
Kubacak, Harry Lichnovsky, Millie Baca and Eddie Schuetz. Con-
gratulations!
As I mentioned last week, the West Senior Center has been
advised to close one day a week due to the Federal cuts. They will be
closing on Wednesdays, starting October 2, which also means there
will be no delivery meals to the homebound. There is a possibility of
closing down more days, but right now, it is planned for only one day
a week. If the West Senior Center programs could receive enough
donations to cover the cost of operating this one day, then the Center
would be able to stay open on Wednesday. The meal donations have
already been increased to $1.50 each at the Center.
On television this past Monday, I caught a segment concerning
"round dancing". If anyone is interested in learning more about this,
you may call John Sodek at 752-8117.
Eye screening will be done at the West Senior Center on Septem-
ber 25.
To get something done, it is only necessary to be half as busy today
as you plan to be tomorrow.
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West High School Band 1936-37
Members ofthe 1938-1937 Wert High School Band on the front row (left to right) are: Bernard Cocek, Effte Mae Beseda, Clayton Edwards, Jr., Emma Mae
giii_ Mark Nalley, George Binder, Howard Freund and Gene Garrison. On the middle row are: Justine Schmaltz, Louis Garrison, Jr, Alphonse Kubacak,
Evelyn AdXs, Dorothy Bennett, Marnye Jo McDonald; Nina Ruth Ellis, Patsy Russell, Lucille Morris, Joe Nemecek and TJE. Carpenter, Director. On the
back row aim Paul Dick Tucker, Vernan Damn, Billy Gerlich, Henry Beseda, Buford Thomas, Lionel Harrison and Charles Harris.
TURNING OBSTACLES
INTO OPPORTUNITIES
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(DM)-Not mmy teenagers can say
they've cortipied with the pros in a
major golr t urnament. But Joel
Alsup. a nai ve of Chattanooga.
Tenn., partne ed with golf pro Jim
Gallagher. Jr. in the 19% Pro Am of
the FedEx/!?! Jude Classic, quite an
accomplish nt for a 16 year-old.
What makes is story truly unique is
that Joel A 1st i has only one arm.
At the age < 7, Joel knew he was a
true athleif. ust as he was finding
his rhythm s a sportsman, Joel
began to fee pain in his right arm.
His fear that something was wrong
waxconfitmcf I
by his doctor - Joel
was diagnose! with osteosarcoma, a
form of bode ancer.
foel unden ent chemotherapy and
Sixteen-year-old cancer survivor,
Joel Alsup, teed off with the pros in
the Pro Anf ofihe i#% FedEx/St.
Jude Classic Golf Tournament.
surgery at ft. Jude Children's
Research! F ispital in Memphis,
Tenn. After months of treatment,
Joel had to iake the most difficult
decision of h i life. Only 7 years old
at the time,! : decided to undergo a
life-saving c eration to remove the
cancer, whii i meant his right arm
would have I be amputated.
Joel now ays the decision was
easy becaus he realized the very
thing many adults lose sight of:
“Your life s what you make it.
There will a vays be circumstances
beyond yoi control and at first
those arum tances may seem to be
obstacles t your dreams.” said
Alsup. “|f) >u set your mind to it
and want jit < ough, you can do it."
Joel w^s t sated at St. Jude from
December 1 87 until October 1988.
When he ft I the hospital, Joel's
drive to be n athlete only intensi-
fied. “I thin I became more athletic
after I had i y arm amputated.” said
Joel. Asihe egained his ability to
compete ati stically, Joel found his
true calling a golfer. Using a regu-
lar set if ubs and a backhand
swing. Joel ught himself to play.
Now rine ears after hrs sufgery,
Joel's determination has paid off.
When a late cancellation the morn-
ing of the Pro Am of the FedEx/St.
Jude Classic opened a slot, Jim
Gallagher. Jr., last year’s winner,
gave Alsup a once in a lifetime
oppoilunity. and invited Joel to play
a round with him.
Joel averages in the 90’s, better
than many two-armed golfers. But
it's not the hope for a par round of
golf that keeps Joel playing, it's his
true love for the game and his deter-
mination to tum life's challenges
into opportunities of a lifetime.
Doctors have declared him cancer-
free and now, Joel undergoes only
annual check ups at St. Jude. St.
Jude Children's Research Hospital,
is an internationally recognized bio-
medical research center dedicated to
finding cures for the catastrophic
diseases of children. Its work is pri-
marily supported through public
funds raised by American Lebanese
Syrian Associated Charities
(ALSAC). All St. Jude patients are
treated regardless of their ability to
pay, with ASLAC covering all costs
beyond those reimbursed by third
party insurers, and total costs when
no insurance is available.
The West Trojan Band under the direction of Tommy Ray, turned in an outstanding
performance during halftime at Friday night's football game at Trojan Field. The band
unveiled their new uniforms and along with a corp style marching performance that drew
a standing ovation from Trojan fans. Pictured (left to right) are: Casey Bates, Ryan Straten
and Kent Kroll.
Tips On Tackling A Troublesome Toilet
(NAJ’S)—It often starts with a
whistle or gurgle Sometimes, it’s
signaled by a suddenly bigger
water bill that reveals a silent but
wasteful leak. Usually, it’s that
sound that won't stop until you
jiggle the handle. Ultimately, it
means it's time to tackle that
troublesome toilet.
Toilet tank repairs are Amer-
ica's most common household
plumbing project. But too many
homeowners settle for a quick fix
when they would benefit far more
from a toilet “tune-up."
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Rtplscing your tollrt's flap-
per will fix s tank drsin tssk.
A toilsl tank till vslvt can
quiet s noisy ieeh._
A toilet tune-up ie simply an
eaay overhaul of a tank’s vital
components—and a great use of
time when the tank is already
empty for even a single-part
repair. It's a step beyond a minor
repair, but the reward is years and
years of quiet, efficient flushes.
Non professionals can perform
a toilet tune-up by simply replac-
ing the fill valve, flapper, tank/
lever handle and water supply
connector. It requires just over an
hour of time and you’ll find these
four replacement parts in almost
any hardware store or home cen-
ter for a total cost of $20 or less.
Manufacturers like Fluidmaster
Inc. make it easy because all parts
are eaaily installed, even by first
timers and step-by-step instruc-
tions are carefully geared to assist
the do-it-yourself customer. Before
you begin eny toilet repair, be sure
to shut off the water supply.
By tuning up your toilet you
can be sure to keep your tank
problem-free for millions of flush-
es. An important reward whoa
you consider that each member of
a family of three flushes a toilet
four times a day.
Wert Volunteer Ambulance Association preeented Shawn Kaliua with a plaque for hie five
years of service to the organization. Shawn reoently moved to Alaska. Pictured (left to right)
are: Ronnie Wiese, Dr. George Smith, Shawn Kahtxa, Tom Marek and Kevin Walters.
The rate of a chemical reac-
tion doublet tor every tan dagrae
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