The TIMES of.... SKINKER DEBALIVIERE

VOL. 18, NO. 9 MARCH 1988 FREE The oldest neighborhood newspaper in St. Louis Winter Shelter Provides Warm Beds, Sometimes A Fresh Start

by Robert Lowes If you walk into the basement of Grace and Peace Fellowship on a winter night, you'll en- counter between twenty and twenty-four women whose troubles go beyond the dead car batteries, over-cooked chickens, and ig- nored RSVPs common to most people. A few of the women might be watching television, and a few others might be exercising, but many will simply be lying on cots set up in the church's dining room. That is the bottom line at Grace and Peace Winter Shelter—a warm, peaceful place for homeless women to sleep. But the shelter does rise above this minimum expectation, thanks in part to dozens of volunteers from the Skinker-DeBaliviere neighborhood. The women find compassion, a little education and entertainment, and sometimes, a fresh start. Seven of the women from the 1986-1987 shelter season left to find jobs and live in their own apartments. "It's all because they had a little bit of a stabilization period," says LaVerna Meyer, director of the shelter and a member of Grace and Peace Fellowship. The Grace and Peace Winter Shelter is a satellite shelter of St. Peter and Paul Winter Shelter, which is operated in St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Soulard. The Soulard shelter, an ecumenical effort, accommodates homeless men. Another satellite shelter at St. John's Episcopal Church at 3664 Arsenal St. cares for women with children. The Grace and Peace shelter occupies a With the St. Peter and Paul providing Photo by King Schoenfeld special niche by opening its doors to women money, equipment, and advice, Grace and without children. Meyer says such women in Peace established its twenty-two-bed shelter the past have tended to dislike the nursery- in 1986. In the first winter season, from Dec. Preparing an evening meal with donated food at the Grace and Peace night shelter like atmosphere of other shelters where 1, 1986, to March 31, 1987, ninety-eight for women are (from left): Volunteers Katherine Lutjens and Poogy Bjerklie, while children were accepted. women slept there. The average stay was night manager Jim Bakeman and shelter director LaVerna Meyer talk and plan the "Probably 60 to 80 percent of the people twenty-four nights. evening's activities. we're talking about (at the Grace and Peace Two paid workers provide direction and shelter) are mentally ill, and they can't continuity, but the shelter couldn't function tolerate noise and crowded conditions," without the volunteers who spend the night. Continued on page 8. Meyer says.

Laughs and Desserts To Delight April Theatregoers

WHEN: Saturday, April 9, 1988 8:00 p.m. curtain (O.K., the only reviewer) wrote of the production: "Following Cal Stuart's lead, the audience 'slipped' into an exciting and enjoyable evening." (Cal says he was tripped and I, for one, WHERE: Center of Contemporary Arts believe him.) 524 Trinity (behind CASA) Enthusiasm for this event hasn't waned, and with the help of a Regional Arts Commis- WHAT: sion grant, SDCC will sponsor another community theatre production next month on April Community Theatre production of classic melodrama 9. Rita Sweets will again deftly direct many from the "Penelope" cast along with newcomers Hors d'oeuvres—cocktail—coffee—dessert—reception (to the neighborhood and the stage) and old-timers (who missed the '86 revival), in another FEATURING: Rita Sweets, Director sensational play of villany and heroism. Sterling neighborhood talent (and others) To the disappointment of many, dinner will not be served after the play this year. There Cast, crew, cooks, ushers, etc. will be plenty of eating and drinking, mind you. Plans for a reception after the play include SPONSOR: a buffet of hors d'ouevres and desserts, cocktails and coffee. Unfortunately, the restric- Skinker DeBaliviere Community Council, with support from the tions on use and the cost of space at COCA, precludes our offering a full sit-down dinner. Regional Arts Commission In way of consolation to the die-hard diners, we hope to feature the winning entries from The neighborhood dinner theatre tradition of the 1970's was revived in 1986 to help the Times hors d'ouevres contest at the reception. (Double portions of that 1000 + calorie celebrate SDCC's 20th anniversary. The heart wrenching melodrama "Penelope, Pride of per serving snack, please.) the Pickle Factory" was directed by Rita Sweets and featured the "Double Decade Pick- The tninor details of this production—name of the play, ticket prices, you know, that last led Players" including: Karen Kelsey, Venita Lake, Tina Offner, Peggy Peters, Roy Bell, minute stuff—will be announced soon. Watch for the April Times and/or flyers for more info. Dan Shea, Kathleen Williams, Rich Lake, Paul Kurtz, Betty Nerviani, Al Nerviani, and Meanwhile, if you can help with this event in any way, please call SDCC, 862-5122. No, Cal Stuart, with guest appearances by John Roach and Steve Vossmeyer. One reviewer anyone can help. If you will help, please call. Soon!! Help!! Damsel in distress... Page 2 The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere March 1988

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St. Louis Regional Medical Center has the medically indigent residents of St. Louis begun a campaign to raise $50,000 as the and St. Louis County as well as the general result of an anonymous donor's pledge of public. $15,000 toward the purchase of a surgical The new laser would allow Regional's The TIMES of.... laser for gynecological use. physicians to make use of the latest The cash gift is conditioned on Regional's technology in the removal of cervical lesions, raising the full cost of the laser by Sept. 30. according to Klaus Staisch, M.D., chief of SKINKER DEBALIVIERE "We are very pleased and excited about this obstetrics and gynecology at Regional. pledge," said Robert B. Johnson, Regional's "We have a limited budget for the purchase president and chief executive officer. "We of new equipment, so a pledge for this purpose believe it indicates a growing appreciation of is especially welcome. At present, we use con- Editor: Katie Kurtz, 727-6377 Regional's role in the community. ventional surgery or freezing to remove "The donor is a Central West End precancerous lesions, preihvasive cancers and businesswoman who wants to express her warts in the cervical area. Both methods at support for Regional's mission of providing times cause scarring that reduces fertility or The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere is published by the West End Publishing Co., a not-for- expert health care, primarily for those unable causes subsequent pain. profit, community organization. Members of the Board of Directors are: to pay the full cost." "The virus that causes the warts has been Ray Bruen Tom Hoerr Sue Rothschild Johnson said Regional would be soliciting linked to cancer, and a new study has shown Robert Dowgwillo Marcia Kerz King Schoenfeld additional donations from individuals and a relationship between cervical warts and low Yvonne Hunter Katie Kurtz Jo Ann Vatcha groups, especially women's organizations. birthweight and preterm babies. Venita Lake Man Weir The medical center's employees and the "Most laser procedures can be done in our Regional Auxiliary already are planning outpatient surgery service, so that the patient special fund-raising events to help in the cam- can go home the same day. Calendar: Sue Rothschild, 725-0878 Business Manager: Marjorie Weir, 863-7558 paign, he said. "Because we have many women of child- The gift would be the largest cash donation bearing age in our patient population, Advertising Rates from an individual to Regional since the Regional is developing a top-quality OB/Gyn medical center's inception in July, 1985. The service. The purchase of this laser will help medical center, at 5535 Delmar Blvd., serves us advance toward that goal." Display Advertising: col. width, 21/2". Minimum ad size, 1" x 1 col. 2" x 41 col.: 824/insertion; (10% discount 5 to 8 issues contract; 15% discount 9 issues contract). For complete list of sizes and rates, write The Times, do 6010a Kingsbury, 63112, or call 727-6377.

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MARCH 5 Children's Program: "Folk Art—Painting," 10:30 a.m., Missouri Historical Society, free. Storytelling at the Kingsbury Kiosk, 11 a.m., to be held at the 28th Ward Headquarters, Des Peres at Kingsbury. 6 Thomas Harmon performs the Howard B. Kelsey Organ Recital, 2 p.m., Graham Chapel, Washington University. Reception for artists Susan Bostwick at The Gallery, University City Library, 3 p.m. Her drawings will he on display through 3/31 at the library, 6701 Delmar. 7 Skinker DeBaliviere Community Council meets, 7:30 p.m., 6010a Kingsbury. 8 Caesar (film), 5:30 & 8:15 p.m., Art Museum Auditorium, $2, $1 for Friends. Showboat (film), 5:30 p.m., Hamilton Community School, 5819 Westminster, free. 10 Raisin in the Sun (film), 5:30 p.m., Hamilton Community School, 5819 Westminster, free. Japan's "Pro Musica Nipponia" premiere St. Louis concert at The Sheldon, 3748 Washington, 7:30 p.m. Tickets, $15; call the Japan America Society, 726-6822 for info. 11 Once Upon A Time In The West (film), with Charles Bronson and Henry Fonda. 1:30, 7 & 9:15 p.m., Art Museum Auditorium, $2; $1 for Friends. "Frederic Remington: The Masterworks," exhibition opens, Special Exhibition Galleries, St. Louis Art Museum. Thru 5/22. Western artist Frederic Remington will be the subject of a major exhibi- 13 "Earhart, Lindbergh, Markham—Pioneering Women Pilots," talk by Pat Vern- tion at The Saint Louis Art Museum. Opening March 11, such works as The Cheyenne, Harris. 2 p.m., Missouri Historical Society, free. 1901 (pictured above) will be on display as part of 20 bronze sculptures and 46 paint- 15 In the Heat of the Night (film), 5:30 p.m., Hamilton Community School, 5819 ings making up "Frederic Remington: The Masterworks." Well known for his Westminster, free. (Parental discretion advised.) realistic, action-oriented depictions of Indians and cowboys, Remington's later works 17 Soldier's Story (film), 5:30 p.m., Hamilton Community School, 5819 Westminster, promise to reveal a previously underestimated quality and style. The show runs free. (Parental discretion advised.) through May 22 and is the first major traveling exhibition of the artist's work. "Tender Loving Care: Interpreting and Conserving Your Family Photographs," talk by Katharine T Corbett, followed by tea with pastries, 1:30 p.m., Missouri Historical Society. $3, for reservations call 361-1424. 18 Buffalo Bill and the Indians (film), with Paul Newman and Burt Lancaster. 1:30, 7 & 9:15 p.m., Art Museum Auditorium, $2, $1 for Friends. 19 Blarney Roch, St. Roch's Dinner Auction, Waterman at Rosedale. Call 721-6340 for further information. We are the Feinberg Agents... Children's program: "Folk Art—Needlework," 10:30 a.m., Missouri Historical Society, free. who are also your neighbors. 20 "Salute to the St. Louis Olympics," talk by June Becht, 2 p.m., Missouri Historical Society, free. 21 Congressman William H. Gray III (D-PA), will speak at 3:30 p.m., Graham Chapel, Washington University. Residential Commercial 22 Carmen (film), with Placido Domingo, 5:30 & 8 p.m., Art Museum Auditorium, $2; $1 for Friends. Karleen Hoerr Mike Andreotti 23 William Safire will speak on integrity and responsibility in public discourse, 11 a.m., Katie Kurtz Graham Chapel, Washington University. Sam Green Eton College Chapel Choir for Windsor, England, 8 p.m., Graham Chapel, Anna Mason Jim L'Ecuyer Washington University. Renni Shuter Sculptor Michael Hall will discuss recent work, 8 p.m. An exhibition of his work "Reasoned to Believe" thru 3/23, St. Louis Gallery of Contemporary Art, 524 Trinity. Call 725-8655 for info.

Adolph K. Feinberg Real Estate Company Noted Soprano To Be Established in 1924 367-6100 In Concert At Grace MEMBER Mary Henderson, internationally known Washington University with support from the member mezzo-soprano, will perform a program of Regional Arts Commission and Citicorp. spirituals Sunday, April 24, 4 p.m. at Grace Tickets are $5, $2.50 for students, and $25 United Methodist Church, 6199 Waterman for patrons; patrons receive two tickets for the NOME BUILDERS RELO Blvd. Henderson will he accompanied on concert and will he acknowledged in the pro- ASSOCIATION piano by St. Louisan Karen Laubengayer. gram. For tickets, call SDCC, 862-5122, or The program is sponsored by the West End contact an Arts Council or Community Coun- Neighborhood Arts Council, the Skinker cil board member. DeBaliviere Community Council and Page 4 The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere March 1988 February SDCC Report

The Minutes of the Skinker Debaliviere Community Council held February 1, 1988. Director's Report Attending: Bob Dowgwillo, Georgi Fox, everyone to manage. This year, Delmar Repetto presented plans for the expansion People's Clinic, 5701 Delmar, has re- Kathleen Hamilton, Toni Hayes, Karleen Baptist is independently sponsoring a two- of the parking lot, south toward the street. By quested a letter of support from SDCC for Hoerr, Paul Kurtz, Bob Mahon, Jim McLeod, week vacation Bible School, and Breitmeyer expanding the lot and closing the alley en- their grant application to the Urban Health In- Paul Repetto, Eddie Sanders, Neville Vatcha, is planning an eight-week camp with lower trance/exit, the number of spaces is increas- itiative. Kurtz moved SDCC write a letter of Kathy Wobus, Jack Wright, Nancy Farmer. enrollment. ed from 29 to 42. McPherson traffic will be support for their application; second by K. Guests: Sgt. E. Meemer, Lt. L. Lee, 7th Emerson plans to serve neighborhood child- two-way between the parking lot entrance Hamilton and approved. _ District Police; Alan Hamilton, Laurel Asso- ren first; last year, up to 70% of the enroll- and Skinker. Rosedale Square—Foreclosure took ciates; Charles Mosely, CWE Journal; Linda ment was from outside the area. The camp Grace will pay for the cost of the expansion place Jan. 21 and 26. HUD, who had guaran- Emerson, Breitmeyer Ministry, Grace United will run 8:30-4:30, Monday-Friday. Tuition and, in turn, lease 13 spaces to the Skinker teed the loan, now holds the title to the prop- Methodist Church; Dr. Larry Gallamore, will be $100-$120, with a 10% discount for ad- Place Apartment Building. erty. HUD has contracted with Shirley Chism Pastor, Grace United Methodist Chu'rch. ditional children from the same family. The Neighbors immediately adjacent to the to manage the project during the interim McLeod introduced A. Hamilton. camp will serve children 5-13 years old and parking lot have met and approved these period while the buildings are appraised and Hamilton has managed the Laurel Apart- begin mid-June, ending mid-August. plans, as have the Parkview Agents and the sold. ments, Laurel at Pershing, the past three Emerson will direct the camp; a second full- full Skinker Planning committee. Residents CDA/St. Louis Centre special event, years for a group of limited partners. The time employee will be requested from Metro of 6100 McPherson and Kingsbury were in- March 26—As suggested at the last meet- project has had problems, in part because Ministries. Emerson asked if SDCC will con- formed of these plans in writing and invited ing, Farmer contacted the Central West End adjacent projects have not developed as tract with SLATE for 7-8 youth workers and to review them with Repetto, Alderman Association and Washington University quickly as anticipated. .one full-time supervisor to work at the camp. McGuire and other committee represen- Medical Center Redevelopment Corporation; Hamilton has agreed to take over the limit- What is the role of SDCC? Administrative, tatives. Grace Church has unanimously ap- they are interested in sponsoring a large booth ed partnership with the help of a loan from primarily related to SLATE contract. proved the plan. for the event together with SDCC and pos- CDA. He requests SDCC endorse his request Kurtz moved SDCC support the camp by Repetto asked SDCC to approve the plan. sibly the West End Neighborhood Arts Coun- for this loan in the amount of $30,000. The contracting with SLATE and that we fund a Kurtz moved SDCC approve the plan for the cil. The day-long event will feature displays loan will help keep the project in operation, scholarship for a neighborhood child to par- expansion of Grace United Methodist by neighborhood organizations, housing cor- and, he hopes, to stabilize it for a couple of ticipate. Second by Hoerr and approved. Church's parking lot, at 6181-85 McPherson, porations, city agencies, and cultural institu- years. He looks forward, especially, to Nina Emerson outlined other neighborhood pro- as presented. Second by B. Mahon and tions, with the goal of promoting City life. Place being well underway by then. gram plans: Valentine Dance, 2/12, 8-12 p.m., approved. Edward's Lounge/Liquor Store—The Questions and discussion followed: $5 per person. Easter Egg Hunt in March and McLeod commented this plan is a good ex- second protest hearing on his 3 a.m. liquor Does.SDCC enter a Neighborhood Agree- Neighborhood Carnival in August. ample of how institutions, associations, and license application was January 22. Mr. Ed- ment with this endorsement? Yes. Will Dowgwillo commented Rosedale sponsors businesses can work together. He commented wards had neither a majority of first floor Hamilton list SDCC as an additional insured Rags to Riches in early September, maybe the that Repetto's concise presentation of the plan tenants of property owners' signatures, but it on his liability coverage? Yes. Carnival could be held in conjunction with belied the many hours of meetings and work was very close. Is the loan forgiven if the project is sold? No. yard sale day. that went into it. McLeod thanked Repetto There is precedent for having an ordinance The loan is due when the project is sold, or, Breitmeyer also has an ongoing job referral and all the others involved for their efforts. which prohibits 3 a.m. liquor licenses within in 25 years. service, matching individuals looking for Home Improvement Loan Commit- specific boundaries, e.g. the Central West End Will the project be converted to condos? No; work with employers who contact the office tee—McLeod reported the proposal to the has such a law. Directors might consult with the 25 units will remain rental. looking for workers. It has been very success- Neighborhood Assistance Program has been constituents to see if such an ordinance might The rehab of this project is good quality; it ful; most of the work is temporary, but approved for 1988. be appropriate here. Directors requested was an earlier project of City Equity. While Pantheon has hired five of Emerson's refer- Social Service Committee—Fox re- Farmer pursue this with Alderman McGuire. they are physically very nice units, •they are rals. Emerson checks references, etc. The ported the committee will compile a list of the Property Manager's Association—T. tucked away, low profile, in an area that has service is growing and has great potential. institutions and what services they provide in Cohn of Forest Park Investment, called some problems. Hamilton wants to keep the G. Fox commented she looks forward to the neighborhood. The committee asked Farmer with the idea of forming an associa- project going and needs this loan to do it. Emerson working with SDCC's social service . Kalimba Kindell, director of Hamilton Com- tion of property managers in Skinker Occupancy is the problem; there are currently committee. The committee can be a good munity School, to prepare a list of the school's DeBaliviere, which would have the primary seven vacant units. Occupancy of rental units resource for some of these programs. needs. The committee will consider organiz- goal of marketing and promoting the neigh- metro-wide is running about 80%; this project McLeod introduced Lt. Lee and Sgt. ing volunteers to help with tutoring in the borhood. Both Shaw neighborhood and averages 70%. Messmer from 7th District Police. Lt. Lee GED classes where current student-teacher DeSales have such associations. The timing Kurtz moved that SDCC endorse this loan was the first officer to arrive at the scene of ratio is 20:1. The committee is still finding out is good considering the March event at St. request pending a review of the Council's legal the recent robbery/homicide at Talayna's. Lee who needs what, and who is doing what. Louis Centre. Cohn asked SDCC for assis- liability. Second by Repetto and approved. related his experience that evening and sum- Discussion followed about the need for pro- tance at this preliminary stage to find out if McLeod introduced Linda Emerson, marized the subsequent investigation. He grams and activities for children. there's interest in forming such an association, Breitmeyer Ministry, Grace United Methodist reported the homicide division has good infor- Rosedale Neighborhood Associa- how it could be structured, etc. Fox moved Church. Emerson explained Breitmeyer is a mation and good leads in the case. tion—Dowgwillo reported the first mailing of SDCC proceed with forming this association; sponsor of the annual summer day camp Discussion followed about the size of our new neighbor packets were sent last week. second by Wobus and approved. which SDCC supports with a SLATE contract precinct, the number'of police in the area, and The packet included: Good Neighbor Guide, Dinner Theatre—A small group met to employ teenagers. SDCC also co-sponsored the incidents of crime at that corner. auto theft pamphlet, a Safe Street pamphlet, with Rita Sweets two weeks ago and will meet a Christmas party for neighborhood children Fanner reported that Mike Faille, owner of SDCC brochure, and a cover letter. Packets again Wednesday night. The major obstacle in December with Breitmeyer. The Breit- Talayna's, plans to install additional lighting were sent to property managers in hopes they is finding a place to hold it: New City is not meyer Ministry was founded and named for on the outside of his building and employ a will reproduce them for new tenants. The available until mid-May, Crossroads' a former organist at the church. When security guard from dusk to closing. next Rosedale meeting will be held mid- auditorium is not big enough. The two sug- Douglas Breitmeyer, only in his„ mid-forties, Repetto suggested that the Skinker Plan- March. Rosedale is accepting nominations for gestions right now are Center of Contem- died in 1973, members of Grace founded the ning Committee would be the appropriate officers; elections are scheduled for May. porary Arts and the Sheldon. It has been sug- community ministry in his name. With pro- body to follow up with Talayna's. McLeod Parkview Agents—Mahon reported the gested also, that the dinner be dropped; ceeds from their endowment and fund raisers, asked if the committee would do so. Agents have developed a six-year plan for following the performance there would be Breitmeyer employs Emerson 30 hours a Skinker Planning Committee- capital improvements in the subdivision in- cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. week. Repetto reviewed the history of the parking cluding resurfacing streets and sidewalk M.L. King Commemoration-150 to 200 at- Emerson plans a day camp again this sum- problem that affects Grace Church, the repair. Implementation is contingent on ap- tended; it was a great program. mer. The cooperative effort of several institu- Skinker Place Apartments, the neighbors in proval of an increase in assessments. He add- 7th District Public Affairs meeting—The tions for the day camp last year was a little Parkview, and on 6100 McPherson. While ed there is an engineering problem with the agenda tomorrow evening is open group confusing. There were 122 children; the camp there was a verbal agreement between the street lights in Parkview which has not been discussion about problems and concerns of was divided between two sites; there were 16 church and the apartment management allow- solved. Wells Fargo continues to provide residents in the district; Lt. Reese will lead the SLATE workers—in short, it was difficult for ing tenants to use the church's parking lot on security in Parkview; crime is down across discussion: 7 p.m. at 7th District Station, 5240 McPherson, there was never a formal agree- the board and the Fargo guards are responsi- Enright. ment until recently. ble for three arrests in University City. Meeting adjourned 10:00 p.m.

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Winners of the 1988 hors d'oeuvre contest (from left): 1st row, Nancy Farmer and Judges Marvin Nodiff, Sandy Rothschild, and Brian Clevenger tasting some of the Lisa Homer; 2nd row, Lois Schoemehl and Paula Repetto; 3rd row, Christine Smith appetizers entered in the hors d'oeuvre contest. and Dee Schoenfeld; back row, Rose Storey and Katie Kurtz, editor. Not pictured: Bette Botz, Georgi Fox, Karleen Hoerr, and Jo Ann Vatcha.

by Katie Kurtz

It is the morning after the night before. Not only were our budget projections ex- and gracious hospitality it simply would not with-things-that-swim-in-the-sea" category The final tally of how much money was ceeded, but this party looks to have broken all have happened; Steven Ensors and his wife, was Rose Storey; second place overall and made last night (Feb. 27) at The Times' fund previous fund-raising efforts (it is a good Linda—he is the contractor to whom credit is first place in the "Tastes-better-than-it-looks" raiser is still in process. However, it seems thing, given our situation!). It would not have due for the beautiful rehab and together, they category went to Dee Schoenfeld; third place clear that the hors d'oeuvre contest held at the been possible without the help and support made a very generous donation toward stock- overall and first place in the "Made-with- offices of Smart Planning, 500 N. Skinker, from many people, and I would like to thank ing the bar; Sam Green (what would the things-with-four-legs" was Jo Ann Vatcha. was an unqualified success—financially to those individuals who truly made it happen: neighborhood ever do without Sam?)—Sam Other winners were: Lisa Horner, Nancy The Times and gastronomically to all who Bob Smart and Sherry Delo, and their staff at made the initial contact with Steve, not to Farmer, Paula Repetta, Christine Smith, Lois attended. Smart Planning—without whose generous mention hauling tables, beer, ice, carving a Schoemehl, Bette Botz, Georgi Fox, and stubborn turkey, the list could go on; Nancy Karleen Hoerr—who, I am sorry to say, was Farmer, Skinker DeBaliviere Community not properly recognized at the prize-awarding Council's executive director, donated Coun- ceremony. As I said earlier, there was one cil resources and avidly watched the mistake. Due to the complicated arrange- newspaper for the best beer buys in town; and ments of trying to give prizes which would be Peggy Droege who, through her company— appropriate to the winners, many pieces of AT YOUR SERVICE! Renard Paper—donated all the paper prod- paper floated about—so much so that ucts and cups. Karleen's prize and tally sheet were buried. Those who attended know that we broke We apologize to Karleen. tradition from the previous cookie contests by Now, I know that those of you who were ENGINE TUNE-UP COLLISION not giving out cash prizes. Instead, unable to attend are really feeling sorry for REPAIRS neighborhood business people made dona- yourselves and are dying to know what all the Services: Featuring the Car-o-Liner tions which were "custom-made" to go with various goodies were. However, in order to • Set choke unibody/frame straightening • Set fuel mixture systems. the winners (at least we tried to do that). Many find out, you will have to attend the com- • Set timing • Insurance claims thanks go to: Kim Tucci from The Pasta munity theatre production and reception to • Clean & Lubricate linkages • Free "computerized" • Set high-low idle estimates House restaurants; Susan Garrett, owner of find out. On April 9—as you have already read Parts included: • European paint spray booth Pershing Hairlines; John Sappington and on page 1 of this issue—there will be a wild • Spark plugs • Points Melanie Harvey, partners of West End and no doubt wacky play with appetizers and • Condensor 6-POINT FLUID Wines; Joe Edwards, Blueberry Hill's pro- desserts following. The winning hors Additional If necessary: prietor and rock 'n roll entrepreneur; Steve d'oeuvres will be the highlight of the buffet • Distributor cap CHECK • Distributor rotor 1. Differential •• Brammeier, Kingsbury Animal Hospital's table. So, you have plenty of warning; save • Fuel filter 2. Master Cylinder •• super veterinarian; area newcomers Lois Clay April 9 and come see what fun you missed last • Up to 3 plug wires 3. Brake ••• • Vacuum lines 4. Automatic Transmission • and Greg Gizinski, partners of the Classical night. If you were there last night, you know • PCV 5. Antifreeze • Coffee Company; and the Skinker DeBali- what a good time you had and we will see you Guaranteed 6. Window Washer ••• 6 Month or 6.000 Mile guarantee viere Community Council. in April. $ 1495 $ 62" $6495 $6695 So, say those of you who missed out on the A final thank you to Tom Hoerr and his • up to one qt up to two ots. 4 Cylinder 6 Cylinder 8 Cylinder Mechanics NIASE fun, WHO WON? It was complicated at best hardy crew of judges, including: Ray Breun, (thanks to Tpm Hoerr with his categories and Lisa Horner, Lois Schoemehl, Brian TRANSMISSION TIRE ROTATION his rating sheet for the judges). However, it Clevenger, Mary Anne Rudloff, Marvin TUNE-UP RADIATOR did work out—with only one mistake. First, Nodiff, Sandy Rothschild, Brad Weir and & SPIN BALANCE SERVICE Hitch Powell. Judges who had entered a dish Drain and replenish Proper care & maintenance of second, and third prize winners overall were transmission fluid, change filter your tires is becoming essential • Drain & flush old coolant and also the first place winners in a specific (or their spouse had) did not judge those and pan gasket. $3998 for improved handling and tire refill with up to 2 gallons category (are you with me so far?...). First dishes (or so we were told). performance. Let our technicians coolant-anti-freeze perform this important service. for place overall and first place in the "Made- Thanks to all! $3500 GLASS your riding pleasure. $ 2900 • Windshields • Door glass • Insurance claims AIR BRAKES $7900 Call for price quote CONDITIONING Disc Brakes(per axle) Front TUNE-UP • Repack wheel bearings OIL CHANGE Evacuate & recharge A/C • Inspect calipers • New guaranteed pads 5 quarts of 10W40 All season. system with new freon, check all belts & hoses. • Lubricate caliper anchor oil filter and chasis Extra if necessary lubrication 5 1995 3995 • Metallic pads • Resurface rotors Drum Brakes Front or Rear AMERICAN AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES • inspect wheel cylinders and springs • Inspect hydraulic system • New guaranteed linings 531-2800 • Readjust brakes Judges gather to receive instructions from Tom Hoerr, chief judge and originator of 3422 Delmar—Since 1929 the hors d'oeuvre contest categories. 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by Vincent C. Schoemehi, Jr. Mayor, City of St. Louis On March 8, 1988, voters of the City of St. Louis will be asked to approve a tax reform package. The tax reform package was devis- ed by a Commission I appointed headed by former Mayor John Poelker and was compris- ed of university professors, business leaders, and elected officials. The tax reform package will be listed on the ballot as propositions F, A, I and R. (FAIR). A key recommendation of the Commission was replacing the Business Head tax and the Merchants and Manufacturers (M&M) tax with a .5% payroll tax. As a result of the in- equities of the two taxes, smaller businesses have been paying a larger share of taxes relative to larger corporations. The Business Head tax placed a comparatively greater burden on employers of lesser skilled workers. The M&M tax is paid by the city businesses that produce or sell goods. The tax is not applicable to the service sector, such as banks and law firms. Instituting the payroll tax will shift the tax burden from small and mid-size businesses to larger businesses. If the tax reform package is approved, most businesses will see a reduction in their total tax bill. Included in the tax package is a measure for an annual licensing/inspection fee based on the number of full-time equivalent employees. This fee would eliminate many "nuisance" fees such as those paid for annual inspections and permits. The .5% payroll tax combined with the annual licensing/inspection fee would ensure a more equitable distribution of the business tax burden. The voters will also be asked to approve the continuation of the 3/8 cent sales tax. The 3/8 cent sales tax must be resubmitted to the voters for approval before its 1990 expiration date. Approval by the voters will allow for continuous collection of the tax. The last tax proposal, 1/2 cent sales tax, will he dedicated to repairing the City's deteriorating infrastructure. Last year, the state legislature granted the City authority to 1904 Olympic Games, St. Louis—Fred Winters, of the New West Side Athletic Club, collect an additional 1/2 cent sales tax. Up to New York, in the Dumbbell Competition." From the collection of the Missouri 1/3 of the revenue collected under the tax will Historical Society. be utilized for capital improvement projects for the St. Louis public school system. The Memories of the nation's first Olympic Olympic games were held for the second time A St. Louisan, Becht is a free-lance writer capital improvement projects proposed by the games, held in St. Louis in 1904, will be reviv- in Paris in 1900. specializing in Olympic history and a former school system would be subject to annual re- ed in a new exhibition of photographs, medals The Third Olympiad ran from early July to high school coach. She received her masters' view and approval by the Board of Aldermen. and memorabilia at the History Museum in October, 1904. Highlights of the games were degree in physical education from Washing- It is the goal of the City of St. Louis to adopt the Jefferson Memorial Building in Forest the track and field events August 29- ton University. In 1980 she co-authored the a'tax structure that will provide for an equi- Park. "Forgotten Glory: St. Louis and the September 3. first academic study of the Third Olympiad, table distribution of the business tax burden Third Olympiad" opened on Saturday, June Wuest Becht will highlight the held in St. Louis. Her feature articles on as well as provide stable sales tax revenue: February 13, to coincide with the opening of changes in the Olympic Games over the past Olympic history have been published in Ladies The sales taxes provide an alternative to seek- the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary, Alber- 80 years in her "Salute to the Olympics" on Home Journal, Sports Heritage and the St. ing property tax increases to meet our City ta, Canada. Sunday, March 20 at 2 p.m. She will in- Louis Post-Dispatch. revenue needs. The four tax measures ap- This collection of more than 50 photographs tersperse black and white slides, made from Becht's talk is being given in conjunction pearing on the March 8, 1988 ballot, if approv- and artifacts from the predominantly photographs of the Olympic Games held in St. with the exhibition, "Forgotten Glory: St. ed, will provide the City of St. Louis with the American participants offers a view of the Louis in 1904, with color photos from the 1984 Louis and the Third Olympiad," at the financial security needed to meet the chal- clothing and athletic styles of the athletes and Los Angeles Olympics. The program is of- History Museum through May. More than 50 lenges of the future. spectators. Several buildings in the back- fered to the public free of charge. photographs and memorabilia from the grounds and a set of viewing stands, which "St. Louis was the first city in North predominantly American participants in the exist today at Washington University, are also America to hold Olympic Games," Becht said, 1904 Olympic Games, show swimming and pictured. "and because the 1904 Games were only the diving, field and track competitions and depict The 1904 Olympics were originally sche- third in the history of the Olympics, we were the athletic styles of the participants and duled to be held in Chicago, but David R. real pioneers. My slides—made from clothing of the spectators. Francis, chairman of the Louisiana Purchase photographs in the pictorial history collections The History Museum in Forest Park is open Exposition, wooed the games to St. Louis to of the Missouri Historical Society and from Tuesday through Sunday, from 9:30 a.m. to be part of the 1904 World's Fair. The First the Games in Los Angeles—will show drama- 4:45 p.m. There is no admission charge. Olympiad was held in Athens in 1896; the tic changes in the last 80 years." West End Wines ST. ROCH SCHOOL Fine wines, spirits We're something special beers, cheeses MILLION OOLLAR CLUB MEMBER BROKER® AK ASSOCIATE COLONIAL NOW SERVING Wines & Beers KATIE KURTZ by the glass RUG CO. 6191 Delmar 314 367-6100 Complete Floor Service RES. 727-6377 307-09 Belt at Pershing Remnants Always Grades K - 8 in Stock 367-3049 ADOLPH K. FEINBERG REAL ESTATE CO. t After school program until 4555 FOREST PARK BOULEVARD "P, Bill Schiller 6:00 p.m. Free Parking ST. LOUIS. MISSOURI 63108 726-3281 6040 Waterman March 1988 The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere Page 7

Sharing At The Kiosk Vicissitudes

by Mary Ann Shickman by Lisa Horner

If there is one thing one can say about the The author spent a month himself in a hovel It was great to see lots of friends new and may recall, left the area last November for a Kiosk, it is that it is small. When people come in the City of Joy and learned first-hand what old at the annual St. Roch's Progressive Din- couple of years in Belgium, and their first into the Kiosk for the first time, there is the it is like to become a human horse by pulling ner on January 30. Gene and Delores Hoefel child will be born in late April. The Vanicellis, predictable reaction: "Oh, what a tiny little a rickshaw and how to exist on six cents a day. and Charlie and Mary Fleener co-chaired the 'were gracious enough to give them their baby library!" Of course it is small and we have to The second part of the book goes more and event. A number of lovely cocktail parties and crib to take along. depend on the reserve system and daily more into the unbelievable pain and suffering delicious dinners were held and attended Betty Klinefelter, 6100 Kingsbury, spent six delivery since we cannot possibly have every but in spite of this, hope comes through. It is throughout the area. Dessert and coffee at St. weeks this winter at Ghost Ranch in New kind of book. But small places have a certain a very positive book as well as a spiritual book Roch's Church Hall was enjoyed by all and Mexico. This was the third year at the ranch intimate and sharing atmosphere. and would make good Lenten reading or gave everyone a great chance to exchange for Betty who studies weaving there. She is Recently, Anne McCarthy phoned me and anytime for that matter. rave reviews on their evenings. already quite an accomplished weaver. asked me to get the book, City of Joy, by A book for older children about India is call- A Valentine Dance was held at Grace Congratulations to Polly O'Brien, 6100 Dominique LaPierre. It arrived in the after- ed Children of the Wolf by Jane Yolen. It is Methodist on February 12 from 8 to midnight. Kingsbury, who has just been elected to heal noon delivery and Anne picked it up that same based on a truQ story about two girls who were The event was sponsored by the Breitmayer up the Neighborhood Arts Council. Polly has day. When she returned it about a week later, raised by wolves, then brought to an or- Community Ministry. Among the neighbors been a member of the council for three years she recommended it highly and wanted Bet- phanage. The girls were much more like in attendance were: Sam and Lou Green, and has many exciting plans for the future. ty Renard to have a copy. I ordered it for Betty animals than human beings. They could not Terry and Mary Vanicelli, Neville and JoAnn A hearty congratulations to Bill Christman Renard and also for someone else who was in walk upright; they scratched, bit, howled, and Vatcha, Nancy Farmer, Tyrone and Gabrielle and Christman Studios, Kingsbury at Des the Kiosk at the time. I got a copy of it myself preferred raw meat. The strictness of the or- Wilson and Eddie and Helen Sanders. Bob Peres. The studio won first place in the 1987 and can say it is a book worth sharing, phanage and the teasing of the other children Dowgwillo was not only there, but was a Commercial Sign Design Competition spon- especially during Lent. was cruel and brought about a terrible fate. It runner-up in the evening's contest. Entrants sored by Signs of the Times, a national trade The City of Joy is in Calcutta, India. is a highly emotional story. submitted a written statement explaining why magazine. Their winning design, a billboard LaPierre found more "heroism, more love, For the very young children, the books by their Valentines were the best. Too bad Bob's for a home developer, was judged against more sharing and-ultimately more happiness Hoban will make children sensitive to color, Valentine, his wife Heidi, was not there to several thousand entries from all over the than in many a city of the affluent." Calcutta texture, and shapes. Also there are many ap- hear his stunning tribute. world. is the home of such saintly people as Mother pealing ABC books at the Kiosk. The classic Friends and neighbors were saddened to Bill is not only a talented guy, but a nice one Teresa as well as many others who would in- Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown learn of the recent death of Betty Nerviani. as well. He contacted librarian, Mary Ann spire us. There is Stephen Kovalski, a Polish with appealing illustrations by Clement Hurd Betty and her husband, Al, and their family Shickman, about repainting the Kiosk, and priest, a young American doctor, Max, who makes a perfect bedtime story book for young had lived for many years in the 6100 block of she put him in touch with Dr. Glen Holt, ex- treats people with no financial resources, and children. Kingsbury. ecutive director of the St. Louis Public a nurse who is an angel of mercy to countless This is a perfect season to share...one's Mary and Terry Vanicelli of Parkview are Library. Dr. Holt subsequently commission- children. time, a favorite recipe with someone who can- expecting a new baby at the end of the sum- ed Christman Studios to study doing new not get out, or a special book. mer. Terry was quite disappointed to have signs for all the branches, and to design a new missed the last issue of the Times with their logo for the library system. news. He "blames" the expected baby all on Tom and Ginny Klevorn. The Klevorns, you Craft Alliance To Offer Classes in March

Craft Alliance Center for the Visual Arts from $30-$65. Materials fees vary by class. New Works By Mary Sprague and will present several classes and workshops for For further information, please call 725-1177 adults during the month of March. Weekend Monday through Saturday. Joseph Piccillo At Elliot Smith workshops will be offered in paper making, Craft Alliance is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt weaving, and jewelry making. Four-week organization. Its programs are made possible classes in watercolor, painting, ceramics, by support from the Regional Arts Commis- Elliot Smith Gallery, 360 North Skinker Mary Sprague introduces a new series of weaving, and sculpture are also available. sion, the Missouri Arts Council and the Arts Boulevard at McPherson, will feature new works in pastel and charcoal for her first one- Tuition for workshops and classes ranges and Education _Council of Greater St. Louis. paintings and charcoal on paper drawings by person exhibition at this gallery. This series Joseph Piccillo March 20 through April 17 reflects her recent study of the American ar- in Gallery I. In Gallery II, Mary Sprague tist Frederic Remington whose work is the will exhibit new mixed media on paper works subject of a major exhibition opening at the St. March 20 through 17. Both exhibitions open Louis Art Museum. A long time favorite Sunday, March 20 with a reception from 2 to among St. Louis collectors, Sprague's work 5 p.m. was featured three years ago in a "Currents" This exhibition marks the second time exhibition at the Museum. Elliot Smith Gallery has shown new works by Gallery hours'are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesda7 Joseph Piccillo. Characterized by bold through Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. or SDCC figures often oddly posed against rich, black by appointment. backgrounds, his paintings and drawings are For more information, contact Roseann SKINKER in many public and private collections, in- Weiss or Elliot Smith at 3141726-1170. DEBALIVIERECOMMUNITY O cluding the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. CUNCIL BOATMEN'S BANK COME! WORSHIP! CELEBRATE! COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT PROGRAM SECOND Boatmen's has committed up to $50 million for housing-related loans in low to moderate PRESBYTERIAN income housing areas in the St. Louis metro area. Permanent mortgage financing for pur- CHURCH chase and rehabilitation of one to four family residences, purchase and rehabilitation of Sunday-11 a.m. multi-family residential buildings, short-term loans for construction or rehabilitation on Dr. Joseph R. Hookey, 4501 Westminster Place projects qualifying for permanent financing (at Taylor) under the program and home improvement Pastor 367-0366 rehabilitation loans on single-family (one to four), owner occupied structures, are included in the program

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You may miss reading my column in "The Times of • Lead exercise programs. learn more about me than you care to know, Skinker-DeBaliviere!" • Teach classes on hygiene, nutrition and The shelter has expanded to twenty-four but I'm casting caution to the wind! Hear me The magazines arrive with a frequency that pregnancy. beds, but the turnover rate has dropped out, dear reader and share my mighty burden. conveys a screaming immediacy: "READ ME • Strum guitars during sing-alongs. drastically. "This year, women have stayed I'm a true believer in "literary osmosis." I NOW OR ELSE YOU'LL BE UNARMED The requirements for volunteers are sim- from day one," says Meyer. "We can hardly believe that by simply having books around AT THE NEXT COCKTAIL PARTY!" each ple. "It takes someone who has some degree pry them out of their beds." me, somehow I'll get smarter even if I don't timely cover seems to shout. But books are of patience and who is ready to listen," says Homeless women cannot walk into the read them. I know, I know, that sounds foolish different. The books are more subtle and less Meyer. Grace and Peace shelter off the street. They and bizarre enough to have been uttered by demanding of a quick response. The book • Angela Walsh, a paid worker at the shelter, first must be screened by the Homeless Pat Robertson. It's not as bad as praying away jackets state with confidence: "PUT ME IN says most of the volunteers come with an at- Reception Center operated by the Salvation a hurricane or touching a forehead and curing YOUR HOME AND YOU'LL BE SMART- titude of "What can I do to help?" Army. During the winter, the women are pick- cancer, but I believe it. ER! BUY ME AND CULTURE IS YOURS!" "They quickly get acclimated," says Walsh. ed up every afternoon by Red Cross vans at My problem started somewhere in my Remember how your mom always told you The Grace and Peace Winter Shelter Christ Church Cathedral—the detime shelter childhood. I guess, excluding acne, that's to wear clean underwear in case you were hit represents a coalition of care. Churches and for homeless women—and taken to the Grace where most problems start. I can distinctly by a truck and had to be rushed to the hospital organizations providing meals and volunteers and Peace shelter, which opens at 6:30 p.m. remember being left to wander through the emergency room? I've always felt that if I include: St. Roth's Catholic Church, Delmar The women must leave the shelter by 6:30 Southtown Famous-Barr book department were going to be hit by the truck, I couldn't Baptist Church, Grace Methodist Church, a.m. the following morning. while my mom shopped for whatever. If you imagine a better way to go than carrying a Memorial Presbyterian Church, Union The Grace and Peace Winter Shelter, like believe in Holy Water, then you know what I satchel of books. Avenue Christian Church, Old Orchard others, grapples with the widespread practice mean when I tell yOu that the air that sur- (Fade to flashing red lights, a siren, and a Church in Webster Groves, Westminster years ago of taking patients out of psychiatric rounds a stack of books has a magical quality. hospital emergency room in a major metro- hospitals and similar institutions and placing Simply by breathing it you can increase your politan area: I am being wheeled in on a them in the community. Meyer concedes that vocabulary. Somehow you even look smarter stretcher, unconscious but showing no injury most mental patients do not require tradi- while standing among books. After all, can and resembling, as usual, Tom Selleck. Intmy tional, high-cost institutionalization. But life you imagine Sylvester Stallone in a book- left hand, clutched to my breast, is a bulky on the street has proven just as hellish as be- store? white bag with "Left Bank Books" printed on ing "warehoused" in the hospitals. As a youngster I remember that a series of it.) The homeless who are mentally ill "require biographies were my favorite books. I don't "Nurse, what's wrong with this patient?" wait to buy more books until I finish all that some sort of maintenance, somebody who recall the publisher or even the detlils of the (The doctor looks like Robert Young and the I already own. That makes a good deal of sees they take their medication, and who is books, just that they were all printed with nurse resembles...it's my old librarian from sense, but it creates a major danger. I never humane," says Meyer. plain orange cloth covers. I used to go to the the Carpenter Branch Library!) know when the truck will spin around the "What they really need is family and sup- St. Louis Public Library, Carpenter Children's "Well, doctor, I'm not sure. All I know is corner with my name on its hood, and if I'm port. But that's not what they're getting. The Branch, but in the 7th grade I had read all of that he was was crossing this intersection and not carrying newly-purchased books, how can families dump them." their books—those that interested me, was hit by a truck." I be assured of quality medical care? The next season for the Grace and Peace anyway—and asked for permission to go to "What's that in the bag he's holding, I Oh well, I'll see you at the bookstore. Does Winter Shelter begins Dec. 1. To volunteer, the Adult Section. Librarians being librarians, wonder?" asks Dr. Young. anyone know where I can take a speed or to obtain more information, call LaVerna I was allowed to browse, but couldn't check "Why, why," she asks with excitement, "is reading course? Meyer at 994-7708. out the books until High School. that a book in his satchel?" In High School I found the library a wonder- "Yes!" Dr. Young responds, "He's carrying ful place to get books about coaching football books that he's just purchased. Quick, call the to win and build character, alien beings who emergency response team. Anyone this in- came to visit but not to stay, and why we were telligent and cultured deserves the best able to win World War II. I also found the emergency care we can offer!" library a great place to talk and play tag. I was So now you know the sordid truth. My not, needless to say, a favorite of the home contains thousands of books and my librarians. study has more books than the shelves will RIGHT When I got a real job and received my first allow. I've read some of them. Heck, I've read pay check, light years ago, I immediately lots of them. But, if the truth be known, my began to subscribe to the host of magazines percentage of owned-books-read to owned- that I'd thumbed through since boyhood. ON THE books-unread is so low it makes Gary Hart What a shock to find that "Popular Mechan- look like a winning candidate. ics" really wasn't all that interesting when I My unread books could serve as fodder for received it on a regular basis. Maybe this had dozens of literary clubs across the country. It's MONEY. something to do with the fact that I've always a pretty impressive list: War and Peace (bor- regarded hammers as tools that could best be rowed from Barrett and Polly); Hoopla; Think- used to make straight nails bend in odd ing About Chaos; Bonfire of the Vanities; Inde- directions. cent Exposure; Working; The Best and the High interest rates on insured certificates Over the past number of years, I've Brightest (two copies!); Fight For City Living; of deposit. subscribed to over fifty magazines and The School in Question; Right Brain/Left periodicals. I had a brief relationship with Brain; Good Enough to Dream; Miracle at "Christian Science Monitor" and am long Philadelphia; Ntozake Shange; Mexico Set; four Two conveniently located automatic time friends with "Newsweek," "Time," and and one-half volumes of Winston Churchill's teller machines. "Esquire." Aside from the "Post" and "Wall account of World War II; Son of the Morning Street Journal" and my professional publica- Star; Bandits; and on and on and on. If the tions (you can always tell the erudite journals unread syllables on my shelves could each be The best checking accounts in St. Louis. because they have no pictures!), count me turned into a grain of rice, my study could feed among those who receive "Atlantic," the world. "Harper's," "INC.," "Personal Computer," It's not bad having all these books waiting "The N.Y. Times Book Review," "European to be read. After all, it demonstrates that I'm The Flying Start Account that teaches Travel & Life," "Money," "Sports Il- a man of many interests. My problem is that children to save and invest. lustrated," and "Chess Life." I've recently even as I write, I'm planning to purchase more begun to subscribe to "Current," "a reprint books. A prudent soul would suggest that I Christmas Club and conventional passbook accounts. 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