Volume 12, No.23 October 10, 2007

In This Issue

The Truth Editorial SCHIP Veto Page 2

Ford Campaign Page 4

Mari Evans Honored Page 5

Toledo’s Tyler Perry Page 6

The Education Section

Chris Myers Board Candidate Page 7

Africana Studies Page 8

Stewart Rebuilt Page 9

NW Ohio Scholarship Fund Page 10

Minister Gets Reel Page 11

The Lima Truth Pages 12-13

BlackMarketPlace Page 14

Classifieds Page 15

MariMari EvansEvans Commandress Ball Author,Author, Essayist,Essayist, Playwright,Playwright, andand PoetPoet Page 16

“Speak the truth to the people. Talk sense to the people. Free them with honesty. Free the people with Love and Courage for their Being. Spare them the fantasy. Fantasy enslaves. A slave is enslaved. Can be enslaved by unwisdom.” Page 2 The Sojourner’s Truth October 10, 2007 This Strikes Us … Community Calendar A Sojourner’s Truth Editorial *October 10-12 As promised, President George Bush vetoed a bill that would have increased spending Christian Community Church’s Kingdom Unlimited 2007: “Responding to the Call;” for the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) last week. Prayer Clinic at 6 pm nightly; Simon Gordon of Chicago is the guest speaker on Oct. 10 According to statements Bush has made over the past few months, he deplores the fact at 7 pm; Bishop Randy Borders of NC is speaker on Oct. 11 and 12 at 7 pm: 419-536-8357 that the program “is going beyond the initial intent of helping poor children.” Now the Mt. Ararat MBC: Fall revival; 7 pm each night; Evangelist Rev. James Savage of program he claims will be extended through the legislation to families making $83,000 per Macedonia MBC of Town Creek, AL year and to adults. That, says Bush, amounts to congressional attempts to “federalize medicine.” And, of *October 11 Fatherhood Parenting Program: Sponsored by Operation Re-Seed Christian Minis- course, we can’t have federalized medicine in this country or, at least, we can’t have too tries; Applications accepted now; Eight-week program meets weekly for 90 minutes; much federalized medicine … only enough to cover poor children and only enough, to keep Addresses real-life issues such as child rearing, values and beliefs, role of fathers, the spending, says Bush, at a level of about $5 billion over five years not the total of $60 marriage, wellness violence and substance abuse: 419-297-3530 billion Congress would like to authorize. So a little federalized medicine is okay by Bush, just not a lot of it. *October 12-14 And, by the way, Bush claims to have always supported the program, as president and, Scott High School 30th Year Reunion: Call 419-244-3677 or email before that, as governor of Texas. He does not mention that as governor, he did everything [email protected] to register possible to limit the number of children eligible for the program by capping family income at 150 percent of federal poverty levels. *October 13 Bush’s stance on the SCHIP legislation reflects everything that has gone so wrong for Calvary Baptist Women’s Ministry: Caregiver Workshop; Noon to 1:30 pm: 419-865- this president in just about everything that may matter for his so-called legacy. It’s not 0019 Planned Parenthood of NW Ohio: Eerieeee Street Ball: Erie Street Market; 8 pm to 1 enough that the administration opposes a program that a broad coalition of Americans and am; Wear a costume, have a ball; Starring Symphony Alexander, Coti Collins, Desiree, their representatives in Congress – even conservative Republicans such as Senator Orrin Michelle Dupree, KiArra Cartier Fontaine, Rhoda Horse and more; For ticket information Hatch of Utah – support. call 419-255-1115 Bush, as always, manages to defend his decisions with reams of misinformation combined with misleading appeals to conservative principles. Bush cannot simply separate *October 13-14 principle from politics. He insists, time after time, on muddying the message. Canaan Baptist Church 44th Anniversary: Musical on Saturday the 13th with choirs This by the way is Bush’s fourth veto in his almost seven years in office. Only once in from throughout the city; 6 pm; Sunday service at 6 pm featuring Mighty Voices of a blue moon does Mr. Conservative bother to raise a stink about federal spending. Canaan Let’s get a few things straight about the SCHIP bill and the increased spending that Congress has tried to allocate in order to cover more children. *October 14 First, this program currently insures about six million poor children and the expanded St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church: Annual women’s Day; “A Service Filled Journey;” Morning worship at 10:45 am; Afternoon program at 4 pm version would help another four million. It is a private/public partnership which health United MBC 24th Church Anniversary: Morning service at 10:45 am with guest insurance companies endorse. speaker Rev. Dana Darby of New Jerusalem MBC; Afternoon service at 4 pm with Rev. The bill carries with it a limit on a household’s income but within those parameters, states Richard Isaiah of Tabernacle of Praise set their own eligibility rules. States can also ask for waivers to move beyond the federal Servant’s Heart Christian Church: Third anniversary; Guest minister and congrega- parameters. tion, Elder Dewayne Gibson and True Church of God of the Apostolic Faith; 4 pm: 419- So it was that the State of New York, plagued by what its leaders see as an unusually 244-1888 high cost of living, asked for a waiver to permit the state to cover families who had incomes Southern MBC: Musical appreciation for musical staff; Choirs from throughout of up to 400 percent of the federal poverty guidelines and, yes, that means that in New York, Toledo; 6 pm families of four with incomes of $82,600 would be eligible. New Jersey also requested such Union Grove MBC: Annual Women’s Day at 4 pm; Annual Men’s Day at 11 am: 419- a waiver to cover families of four with incomes of up to $73,000. A total of 12 states requested 537-1107 waivers to enable them to extend the coverage to adults. *October 15 But the reality of the situation was that none of these provisions are part of the Ohio Association of Colored Women’s Clubs: Second Annual Black College Tour legislation. The states requested waivers, and received them from … you guessed it, the informational session; Sanger Library; 7 pm: 419-535-0806 or 419-535-5960 Bush administration, specifically the Department of Health and Human Services. The requests have been granted – year after year. *October 19 The fact is, the administration could have turned down these requests at any given time Amazon Lodge No. 4 Fish Fry: 11 am to 5 pm: 419-531-7079 and, given the reality of the proposed legislation, may do so in the future. But now Bush can gallivant around the country and decry the fact that families with *October 19-21 incomes of $83,000 are getting relief from the federal government without bothering to Phillips Temple C.M.E. Church 2007 Family Conference: Friday – 6 pm “Worship from mention that such occurrences are rare and that his own people have extended such the Tabernacle;” Saturday – 9 am “Access Granted,” 2 pm “Youth Breakout Session,” courtesies. 6 pm “Preparing for War;” Sunday – 11 am “The Fight Is On:” 419-242-7906 As usual with the Bush administration, we are perplexed as we try to determine which *October 20 offends us more – its incompetence or its duplicity. Calvary Baptist Women’s Ministry: Caregiver Workshop; Noon to 1:30 pm: 419-865- And then there’s the money. The new program will cost American taxpayers $60 billion 0019 over the next five years to insure 10 million children. That’s $12 billion a year to insure, let “Women Walking In Purpose:” Workshop series sponsored by Empowered 2 us repeat this – 10 million children. Empower; 9 am to 2 pm; Kent Branch Library: 419-450-5943 If you are looking for some sort of perspective to all of this, we spend more than that Naomi Chapter #25 O.E.S.; 50th Annual day and W.M. Vivian Smith 21st Anniversary in a month and a half waging war in Iraq – speaking of incompetence and duplicity. And Celebration; Speaker Mother Lorene Calhoun from Union Grove MBC; 2 to 4 pm at Plaza there is no end in sight to that debacle. Community Room: 419-243-3633 It appears that the Senate will have no problem overriding the presidential veto but the House of Representatives fell short by 25 votes of a veto-proof majority. Let’s hope the bill’s supporters can change enough minds in the House to get this legislation back on track without having to compromise too much with the Bush White House. The Sojourner’s Truth . 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Yes.” You cast your ballot at How do I establish which clusion on that blacks or American community seeks Am I to take it that al- your precinct’s designated polling place, unless you political party’s ballot I am Hispanics have not been more black teachers, we are though not 100 percent, vote a provisional ballot. If entitled to vote? qualified? I have not seen in effect just asking to Sobecki will continue to you do not know where your any published statistics on merely boost numbers, support the Toledo Plan precinct polling place is lo- You may vote the pri- this and could only form since she says that “there which so many in the com- cated, contact your county mary ballot of the political such an opinion if I were have not been enough Af- munity feel is one of our board of elections. If you party with which you cur- influenced by or took the rican-Americans and His- major obstacles. It is pos- have access to the Internet, rently wish to be affiliated. word of the Toledo Federa- panics who have been sible that the black commu- you may visit the Secretary If you voted the primary tion of Teachers. qualified.” nity would disagree with her of State’s Web site, ballot of a different political I am not sure that a per- She then steps directly for the most part – 100 per- www.sos.state.oh.us, for party in 2005 or 2006, you son who can make such a on the corns and bunions cent. Nationally the To- the location of your polling will complete a statement at statement would help us if of many of us in the hood ledo-style plan has been place. your polling place confirm- elected to the Toledo who question the Toledo questioned across the ing the change in your po- Re Lisa Sobecki: An In- School Board as many of Plan. “The Toledo Plan is board wherever it is em- How do I vote? litical party affiliation. volved Parent Enters the the questions concern not something that board ployed, as it insures that May I vote on ballot is- Race for the Toledo School whether the selection of members can demolish,” African-American teachers Instructions for casting sues at a primary election Board. black and Hispanic teach- says Sobecki of the contro- are excluded. a ballot are posted in each without declaring my party In the Sept 27 issue of ers is fair and impartial! versial plan that assigns Mrs Sobecki, I would in- polling place. If you have affiliation? The Truth, the reporter Would we be served by mentors (veteran teachers) vite you to examine this is- any question about how to asked Lisa Sobecki to com- someone who supports the to first-year teachers in or- sue with me so that you can mark or cast your ballot, or Yes. You may vote on ment on four issues of im- very logic that we are fight- der to guide them and evalu- draw a conclusion based if you have incorrectly the issues and questions, if portance to the Toledo ing against? Sobecki fur- on the facts. The Truth then ate their progress. The marked or torn a ballot, im- any, that are on the ballot in community: teacher compe- ther states that “we have asks Sobecki what part of evaluation function has mediately contact the pre- your precinct by request- tence and diversity, stu- to have highly qualified the program she would drawn the ire of many ob- cinct election officials (poll ing an “issues-only” ballot. teachers. I don’t want a tweak. That inquiry draws dent achievement, the char- servers. workers) for instructions teacher who is not quali- a “no comment.” I believe ter school/voucher threat “The Toledo Plan has before you cast your ballot. Will I need an ID to Vote? to public education and the fied in order to boost num- been accredited nation- that given the opportunity bers.” Intern Plan. ally,” she adds. “And if you to show the urban commu- May I receive assistance Yes. Every voter will be On the diversity ques- It appears that Sobecki open it up and start going nity what she would tweak, in voting? required to provide proof of tion she says: “There have has already taken a stand through it, you would have her “no comment” signifies identity before voting. The not been enough African- as I interpret her statement to have something as a re- to me that the Teachers Fed- A voter with a physical form of identification that Americans or Hispanics that “I don’t want a teacher placement. Do I agree with eration is getting another or mental disability or who you may use includes your who have been qualified.” who is not qualified in or- it 100 percent? No. Has it supporter for business as is unable to read or write current and valid photo iden- usual and that, coupled may be assisted by anyone tification card, military iden- with the current board, it’s of the voter’s choice, except tification, copy of utility bill, one step forward and two a candidate whose candi- bank statement, paycheck, steps backward unless we dacy is being voted on in government check, or gov- elect someone more sensi- that precinct, the voter’s ernment document showing tive to our urban needs. employer or the employer’s your name and current ad- Are we going to go for agent, or an officer or agent dress. (Note: You cannot use the Okie Doke again? of the voter’s union. 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The district after study shows that when held his first press confer- should encourage support of you bring race and poverty ence this week to announce a unconventional initiatives to together, the results are dis- number of initiatives he is bring forward “best prac- mal.” proposing as a candidate for tices” systems to the district; As to the matter of the election to the board. 8. End the “plethora of memos memoranda of understand- Ford put forth 10 propos- of understanding;” 9. Reno- ing, Ford explained that far als, including his own com- vate, rather than rebuild, Scott too many of these “mini-col- mitment to serve on the board High School; and, as noted lective bargaining pacts” ex- for four years and then run previously, Ford made a com- ist. He voiced his displeasure for re-election in 2011. mitment to stay on the board at having to constantly deal Ford suggested that: 1. for eight years. with negotiated agreements Board collegiality has im- “My fear is that if we just on individual employees of proved and civility has in- try to bump up our [state re- the district that too often at- creased but needs to con- port card scores] a little, we’ll tempt to resolve difficult situ- tinue; 2. The Toledo commu- feel good as a community but ations through financial nity and its various school it’s a prescription for medioc- settlements. systems need to work more rity,” said Ford of the When asked if the district’s closely with pre-school insti- district’s commitment to move bargaining units had the up- tutions; 3. Toledo Public back into the continuous im- per hand with respect to cur- Schools need to “expand provement category from the rent agreements, Ford re- their plan to utilize commu- academic watch rating. TPS sponded that “unions have nity resources to support stu- moved into continuous im- out-negotiated the board and dents” particularly those at provement four years ago and the district in the past.” He at-risk schools; 4. TPS must remained there for three. Dur- also offered the fact that he tion with Superintendent Ford, who was selected the Lucas County Demo- eliminate its bunker mental- ing the 2006-2007 academic did not blame the district’s John Foley, he recalled that by board members in the cratic Party for the school ity and open itself up to con- year, the district slipped back unions for protecting their “I’ve made it clear that if things spring to complete the unex- board position after he de- structive criticism; 5. The dis- into “academic watch.” people. don’t change, I shall be an pired term of former member clined to screen for the bid trict needs to implement a “I think that TPS needs to Ford emphasized that he outspoken critic.” Deborah Barnett, announced before a membership that had major campaign to “openly change its perspective in did not intend to serve qui- Asked about Foley’s re- his own candidacy for the denied him, as an incumbent and loudly urge our children opening its schools to the etly on the school board and action, Ford answered: “I position in late summer. mayor, its endorsement dur- to excel and focus on school;” community,” said Ford as he overlook problems. With re- think he’s still trying to de- Just last week, he was ing his re-election campaign. 6. A special deputy needs to elaborated on his concerns spect to a recent conversa- cide if I’m serious.” denied the endorsement of October 10, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 5 “Speak the Truth to the People” Mari Evans: 2007 Honoree at the Third Annual African American Legacy Luncheon By Warren Woodberry a Black Woman, Nightstar Evans has been a voice, and Mari Evans will be hon- Guest Contributor and A Dark and Splendid a force, writing, teaching and ored on Saturday, October Mass. She edited the first speaking out on a range of 13, at the African American “Speak the truth to the significant collection of issues. Clarity as Concept Legacy Project of Northwest people. Talk sense to the black women’s poetry, the collects essays she has writ- Ohio Luncheon at the former people. Free them with hon- ground-breaking Black ten for a variety of publica- Wyndham Hotel, now the esty. Free the people with Women Writers(1950-1980). tions over the years.” Riverfront, at 1:00 p.m. But Love and Courage for their she will be forever honored Being. Spare them the fan- in the hearts and minds of tasy. Fantasy enslaves. A those in Toledo who went to slave is enslaved. Can be Scott High School. enslaved by unwisdom.” Evans is but yet another These excerpts from a example of the value of the poem by Mari Evans should Scott incubator for talent at be the national anthem of all the highest level. Born on urban residents. July 16, 1923, in Toledo, Ohio, “To identify the enemy is Mari attended Scott and The to free the mind. A free mind University of Toledo where has no need to scream. A free she not only developed her mind is ready for other talents as writer, but also things. To BUILD black exhibited talent as a musi- Jackson-Brown, director of place in the annals of Afri- schools. To BUILD black cian, educator and lecturer. the African-American Cul- can-American literature was children. To BUILD black After leaving Toledo, tural Center Library, which assured. As Wallace R. Pep- minds. To BUILD black Evans obviously had words had sponsored a lecture for pers wrote in Dictionary of love.” and deeds to share with the Evans. “Her career spans Literary Biography: “Her vol- world as she has distin- four decades of writing, and umes of poetry, her books David Hoppe, writer, col- guished herself as a writer she’s considered a mentor for adolescents, her work for umnist and editor, writes of and assistant professor at to a lot of younger African television and other media, her accomplishments: “Mari the African American and American poets.” and her recently published Evans is an influential mem- Resource Center, Cornell Evans has combined volume on black women writ- ber of the 1960s Black Arts University, Indiana Univer- teaching, writing, and pub- ers between 1950 and 1980 movement, which included sity, the State University of lishing with many other ac- ensure her a lasting place Amiri Baraka, Gwendolyn New York at Albany, the tivities. She directed “The among those who have made Brooks, Nikki Giovanni and University of Miami at Coral Black Experience,” a televi- significant contributions to Etheridge Knight. Evans’ Gables and at Spelman Col- sion program in Indianapo- Afro-American life and cul- previous books include I Am ture.” The African American The Greater Toledo Urban League Young Professionals Legacy Project will be hon- Presents oring not only Mari Evans but also Federal Magistrate Vernelis Armstrong, Dor- “Urban League Thursdays” othy Day of Day Funeral Home, retired Judge Robert Networking Forum V. Franklin, Frank Goldie, re- tired postmaster of Chicago, All Toledo-Area Young Business Professionals and Emerson Ross Jr., re- You are urged to attend our monthly Networking Forum, sponsored by tired businessman and cur- the Greater Toledo Urban League Young Professionals. We will discuss rent member of the Ohio “Philanthropic Giving: One Dollar at a Time”, and the role we should have in Board of Education. building our community. We will also kick off our fall community service For some of these heroes, project: Food for the Soul like Evans, Scott High School was the cornerstone of de- October 18, 2007 ~ 5:30pm – 7:30pm velopment. The third annual celebra- Jackson’s ~ 233 N. Huron St. in Downtown Toledo tion of northwest Ohio’s Af- rican-American contributors will start at 1 p.m. Tickets are Young professionals need an avenue to engage each other and receive available at the African critical information on various topics that will develop their lives both profes- American Legacy Project at sionally and personally. We also recognize the need for professional net- working events specifically targeted to young, minority business men and 2321 Upton Avenue – 419- women. 720-4369 or at the Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union The Greater Toledo Urban League Young Professionals Networking at 1339 Dorr Street – 419- Forum is free and open to the public. 255-8876. Light refreshments will be served. “To identify the enemy is to free the mind. A free mind Organized in February 2005 as an auxiliary organization of the Greater lege in Atlanta. lis, between 1968 and 1973. has no need to scream. A Toledo Urban League, the membership of the GTULYP runs the gamut — from They have all benefited She has consulted for agen- free mind is ready for other entrepreneur to engineer, scientist to social worker, production worker to from her words for the world. cies such as the National things. To BUILD black politician. Our mission is “to engage young professionals, from all industry She has authored many ar- Endowment for the Arts schools. To BUILD black backgrounds, in the movement towards the achievement of social and eco- ticles, essays, children’s (1969-1970), as well as for children. To BUILD black nomic equality”. Despite varied backgrounds, all GTUL Young Professionals books, plays, musicals and the Indiana Arts Commis- minds. To BUILD black are: 1) Young – between the ages of 21 and 40; 2) Dedicated – to their books of poetry and she was sion (1976-1977). She is a love.” communities, and, 3) Committed – to seeking innovative solutions to persis- also a leader in expanding popular and much-sought Welcome home tent economic and societal problems. the Black Arts Movement of after lecturer, and she has Mari, your words have in- the 1960s. made repeated appearances spired us all. Her play, “River of My at the National Black Writers Once a Bulldog … always Song,” was produced in 1977 Festival held biannually at a Bulldog and, in 1979, her musical Medgar Evers College. Contact Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change “Eyes” was produced. Evans resides in Indianapo- the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. “She’s one of the early lis and is an assistant pro- The Truth Margaret Mead, 1982 African-American poets fessor at Cornell University. at who is still living,” said Grace By the mid-1980s, Evans’ [email protected] Page 6 The Sojourner’s Truth October 10, 2007 Toledo’s Own Tyler Perry, Avery Sutton, Voting at the Precinct Polling Place Overcomes Adversity with Creativity (Continued from Page 3) By Geneva J. Chapman, ing a talent search, October won’t want to come down! Future plays and to provide, the required tification to the polls in or- Sojourner’s Truth 17, at the Frederick Anyone wanting to see the soundtracks will include proof of identity, you may der to verify identity. Iden- Reporter Douglass Center, to recruit show should get tickets in Toledo talent discovered at cast a provisional ballot. tification may include a cur- Toledo talent for the show. advance (they’re $17.50 for the October 17 casting call, Voters must bring iden- rent and valid photo iden- Avery Sutton’s story is One talented Toledoan, general admission and sponsored by the Frederick tification to the polls in or- tification, a military identi- an inspiration to all those childhood friend, Nadine $22.50 for VIP seats –up Douglass Afterschool Tu- der to verify identity. Iden- fication that shows the artists who are struggling “Michelle” Lewis is already front- plus a reception with toring program, beginning tification may include a cur- voter’s name and current rent and valid photo identi- address, or a copy of a cur- to make it in the volatile at 4 p.m. Actors, dancers, fication, a military identifi- rent utility bill, bank state- world of show business. vocalists, rappers, musi- cation that shows the ment, government check, The writer, director and star cians, models, hairstylists, voter’s name and current paycheck, or other govern- of the hit stage comedy, barbers, make-up artists, address, or a copy of a cur- ment document, other than “Don’t Start No Stuff @ models, writers and direc- rent utility bill, bank state- a reminder or a voter regis- 30,000 Feet!” did not always tors can audition for jobs ment, government check, tration notification, that have it easy. with Sutton’s Dallas-based paycheck, or other govern- shows the voter’s name Working as a flight at- company. ment document, other than and current address. Vot- tendant for American Air- Winners will be an- a notification mailed by the ers who do not provide one lines, Sutton was laid off nounced at each of the To- board of elections, that of these documents will after the tragic events of 9/ ledo performances of his shows the voter’s name and still be able to vote by pro- 11/2001. “They came and show October 26 and 27. current address. Voters viding the last four digits took my car and I lost my Anyone interested in who do not provide one of of the voter’s social secu- apartment,” he says. Home- purchasing tickets for these documents will still rity number and by casting less and away from home in “Don’t Start No Stuff @ be able to vote by provi- a provisional ballot. Dallas, Texas, an American 30,000 Feet!” can pick them sional ballot. Voters who do Voters who do not have Airlines hub, Sutton found up at Marie’s Designer not have any of the above any of the above forms of forms of identification, in- identification, including a lodging with a friend who Fashions, 709 N. Reynolds cluding a Social Security social security number, will let him live with her and do Road, Jack’s Menswear, number, will still be able to still be able to vote by sign- some painting and other 3414 Dorr Street and from vote by signing an affirma- ing an affirmation swear- odd jobs until he was on his the sponsor, Friendship tion swearing to the voter’s ing to the voter’s identity feet. New Vision, Inc., 5301 Ne- Avery Sutton identity under penalty of under penalty of election “Don’t take for granted braska Avenue. election falsification and by falsification and by cast- what you have today,” he Call (419) 531-3242 or casting a provisional ballot. ing a provisional ballot. advises, “for you may not (419) 534-5437 to reserve R.C. 3505.18(A) (The above requirement always have it tomorrow.” tickets. Voters must bring iden- is effective June 1, 2006) Sutton’s salvation came from his faith and writing in the cast as “Bula.” Lewis, the cast after the show), about his experiences on a comedienne, adds to the because, although tickets INTERESTED BIDDERS: airplanes and the variety of hilarity with her version of will be sold at the door (for TOLEDO PUBLIC SCHOOLS – ARLINGTON, SPRING, people and situations he en- “I’m Tellin’ You I’m Not $20 and $25), there may not RAYMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL & BYRNEDALE MIDDLE countered. Goin’.” It’s worth the price be any left. SCHOOL DEMOLITION “I would get up every of admission just to see her The demand for tickets morning and write and perform this number! started before they even Sealed bids will be accepted by the Board of Education of the Toledo Public write,” he says. “That made “One of the actors sung went on sale. Also, this may School District until 1:00 p.m. on October 31st, 2007, at the Toledo Public me laugh.” Sutton wrote live before President be the last opportunity for Schools Treasurers’ Room 3, 420 E. Manhattan Blvd., Toledo, Ohio 43608, for all about his experiences with Nelson Mandela. She sang Toledoans to see “Don’t labor, material and supervision necessary for the demolition of Arlington, Raymer, passengers of different solo for him in South Af- Start No Stuff @ 30,000 Spring Elementary School & Byrnedale Middle School Bid, as more fully races and nationalities. rica,” Sutton says, brag- Feet!” before it starts its described in the drawings and specifications for the project prepared by The “They were all similar, re- ging on his cast. “Another tour, which if Sutton has Collaborative, Inc and Munger Munger & Associates Architects, Inc., and will be gardless of race and nation- one is on Fox’s “Prison his way, will end up in New opened publicly and read immediately thereafter. ality,” he observes. Break.” York. Compiling these funny The male model is in na- “I want to get this off- Bid Documents for the project may be examined at the F.W. Dodge plan incidents into a comic play tional magazines and he Broadway,” says the ambi- rooms in Maumee and Columbus, Builders Exchange in Toledo, University of with a host of hilarious char- made Teacher of the Year in tious young man, who once Toledo – Capacity Building, E.O.P.A. – Hamilton Building, Northwest Ohio acters, Sutton has created Dallas. He’s going to drive had his own modeling/tal- Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and The Plan Room in Ann Arbor, Construction a play that keeps its audi- the women crazy!” ent agency, TALMAR, here Association of Michigan, Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce and Ohio ences in stitches. Asked to The show is not all in Toledo, in partnership Construction News. describe “Don’t Start No laughs; there’s a variety of with the late Dr. Karen Flow- th Stuff @ 30,000 Feet!” entertainment available for ers and this writer. Bidders may obtain copies of the documents starting October 10 , 2007 which can be purchased from Toledo Blueprint, 6964 McNerney Rd., Sutton tries to give a gen- the audience. “There’s “I want to do a series of Northwood, Ohio 43619, phone: (419) 661-9841. Drawings may be obtained eral idea of the play with- choreography and live mu- four plays,” he says. “The on CD-ROM for no cost with the purchase of the specifications. out giving away the plot. sic,” says Sutton. “It’s fast- next one is “Don’t Start No “Three sisters travel on paced, energetic. It will keep Stuff @ Aunt Lula Mae’s A PREBID CONFERENCE is scheduled for October 15th, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. a plane. They’re all in their you on your toes. You will Funeral!” in 2009.” The at Waite Brand Auditorium Summit Annex 1530 N. Superior. A walk-thru 70’s, but they all think not want to go the plays go backward chrono- schedule will be provided at the pre-bid meeting. they’re superstars,” he restroom!” logically and continue the says, chuckling. “One So, go before you go be- antics of some of the char- If you have any questions or a need for additional information, please direct all thinks she’s Beyonce, one cause once you’re at 30,000 acters in “Don’t Start No questions in writing to [email protected], by phone at (419) 776-5600, or (fax) thinks she’s Whitney and feet with this show, you Stuff @ 30,000 Feet!” (877) 281-0784. one thinks her name is Shirley Caesar Salad.” Bid Item No. 1 Arlington Elementary School Demolition $ Creating funny names Auto 260,664.00 for his characters is just one Leasing Bid Item No. 2 Byrnedale Junior High School Demolition $ of Sutton’s talents. He is Toledo, OH 461,993.00 DIXIE Bid Item No. 3 Raymer Elementary School Demolition $ also featured in the play, but wants his character to Used Cars - Your Choice $3,000 337,893.00 Bid Item No. 4 Spring Elementary School Demolition $ be a surprise. 275,062.00 There are a host of tal- Don’t save $3,000 on your next car purchase Total $1,335,612.00 ented performers in his play OWN IT for $3,000!!! from the Dallas-Ft. Worth area, but Sutton is conduct- 5880 N. Detroit * 419.476.8674 Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section Chris Myers: Two-Year Evolution Brings Greater Understanding

By Fletcher Word points – the ABC building formation of a business try to recruit [more minori- tives, he says, is parental else because there is noth- Sojourner’s Truth Editor blocks he carted around. committee to assist the dis- ties] but it’s hard because frustration with what’s go- ing wrong with tweaking Nevertheless, he still trict with its budget con- every district does that.” ing on in schools. “If the the system.” Chris Myers is still here. emphasizes that his plan to cerns. “We live in an era Myers suggests that a Toledo Public Schools fixed In 2005, Myers, a Repub- Myers, who finished out of improve the district has when it’s okay to collabo- student-to-teacher pro- their problems, that would lican, ran as part of the “3 the running in 2005 for a three priorities. rate,” he says. gram be implemented here eliminate that [issue]. And for Change” partnership seat on the Toledo Board “The first thing is aca- We asked Myers to ad- in Toledo in order to move if the governor wants to get along with current board of Education, never really demics,” he says. “We have dress the four topics that Toledo students into col- rid of charters, he should members Robert Torres and left the Toledo public to have a strong school we have been or will be put- lege educational programs. encourage public schools Darlene Fisher, both Demo- school arena. system and a curriculum ting before all of the school “We have to have a to fix their problems. When crats. The trio was spon- As he points out in a that is keeping up with board candidates we inter- strong curriculum and you have a Fulton and a sored by the Urban Coali- recent conversation with changes in which students view prior to the November strong teachers to have Pickett that have been in tion, a school district The Truth, Myers has been are mastering the basics, general election: teacher strong schools,” he says academic emergency for so watchdog group. on the scene in the inter- teachers are using technol- competence and diversity, on the issue of the lack of long, are you going to force These days, says Myers, he still is closely aligned with the Urban Coalition’s principles of “All of our teachers graduate and reform. are certified,” he says of the first issue. “I’m aligned with their point of view but I am in- “That’s step one, but one of the biggest volved with so many other groups … the Urban Coali- failings is that once they are in, there is tion is just one extension of that involvement. You can no incentive to improve.” still be involved with a group and not be in agree- vening two years attend- ogy and we are using the student achievement, ment with everything.” ing school board meetings, [area] universities as part- vouchers and charter Myers grew up in Hu- using his experience as a ners.” schools and the Toledo In- ron, OH and earned both webmaster to get informa- Myers second point of tern Plan. his bachelor’s (secondary tion to the public and en- emphasis is fiscal respon- “All of our teachers education/Comprehensive hancing his own under- sibility. “If we are going to graduate and are certified,” social studies) and master’s standing of the problems have a good educational he says of the first issue. (education technology) de- that the district faces. system, we have to be con- “That’s step one, but one grees from The University “I really understand the fident that the money we of the biggest failings is of Toledo. He gained teach- problems more than ever,” are spending is going to- that once they are in, there ing experience during his student achievement. “But your child to go to them? says Myers. “The solu- wards that goal,” he says. is no incentive to improve. stints as a student teacher the number one silver bul- “A month and a half ago, tions I have proposed are And the third issue is I recommend a merit pay at Clay and Woodward let is parental involvement. I called for a new evalua- based on that observation. openness. On matters of system which will reward High Schools. You will always have a set tion program,” says Myers One thing that has budgets, curriculum and those who deserve it. His interest in technol- of parents you can’t reach. of the controversial Intern changed from the last cam- board policies, says Myers, “As for diversity, that is ogy and the relatively low But, you have a set of par- Program that pairs first- paign would be the ubiqui- “everyone needs to be in- really a pipeline problem pay that teachers’ com- ents who want to be year teachers with veteran tous props Myers used in volved before the fact.” that the educational sys- mand took him to the Uni- reached but don’t know teachers who both mentor 2005 to illustrate his central Myers has proposed the tem poses. The district can versity of Michigan where how to get involved.” and evaluate the neo- he has been employed for As for charter schools phytes. the past seven years, most FOR SALE and vouchers, Myers be- “The balance of power recently as the School of lieves they exist for two rea- needs to return to indi- Education’s webmaster. sons. The first is to provide vidual schools in the dis- But in spite of his deci- a “specialty education” trict so they can have a sion to forgo a teaching ca- such as for those in the arts greater say in who they reer, his passion for the or for students with diffi- have,” he says. “The educational process re- culties such as autism. mentoring part is good – mains intact, he says. “They provide a nice that helps to retain teach- “Our schools are one of niche.” ers. The evaluation … we the two best offerings for Almost 1500 The second reason for need a more accountable Toledo,” says Myers. “But square feet the existence of alterna- system. Let’s try something our competition is global. on large corner lot in Our board members need a Sunnybrook long-term vision and it’s Farms! the short-term vision that has caused problems. The Asking $139,900 Toledo Public Schools need Ginny Meeker 1923 Willowhill Lane, Toledo, Ohio to match up against sys- 2460 N. Reynolds Rd. • 1498 Sq. Feet • Living Room 11 x 19 tems from around the world. Toledo , OH 43615 Now Enrolling • 2-Story • Family Room 12 x 22 My passion comes from my • 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths • Eat-In Kitchen 12 x 20 419-535-0011 From 0-12 yrs desire to want to make edu- Cell: 419-350-3805 • 2.5 Car Attached Garage • Rogers High School [email protected] • Large, Fenced Yard • Hawkins Elementary 419.244.5169 cation work here.” www.wellesbowen.com 2001 ASHLAND AVE. TOLEDO, OH 43620 Page 8 The Sojourner’s Truth October 10, 2007 Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section

“What Can I Do With an Africana The Study Hour Club Studies Degree?” Who says young people aren’t striving for excel- lence anymore and don’t know “good music” when By Fletcher Word meant to be a college student, the eyes of winners and los- arts, pre-professional degree they hear it? Sojourner’s Truth Editor he said. ers. That’s what general edu- that provides students with a Who indeed?! “My first year was chal- cation is all about.” general body of knowledge The Study Hour Club proudly presents – free of Sidney Ribeau, Ph.D., lenging,” he recalled. It was, As for his second point, concerning African-de- charge – the musical talents of Jane and Phil president of Bowling Green in fact, a course he took in Ribeau noted that students scended peoples, an appre- Anosike ~ in concert ~ Sunday, October 28th, at State University, shared his African-American literature need to develop academic ciation for competing-thought 4pm at All Saint’s Episcopal, located on 563 expertise in matters involving that managed to inspire him as skills for any course of study. traditions and effective com- Pinewood Avenue, Toledo. Africana Studies last week and a student. “It became an op- Ribeau referred to such skills munication skills,” said helped The University of portunity to realize my intel- as writing, analysis and rea- Patterson. “It also allows ex- Experience “Anosike Artistry” at its best with The Toledo’s Africana Studies lectual potential,” he said of soning, use of available tech- posure to social science re- Study Hour Club — October 28th at All Saint’s Program kick off a lecture se- the course. nology and critical thinking to search, cultural criticisms, cre- Episcopal. ries titled “What Can I Do with Due in part to that experi- make that point. ative productions and histori- an Africana Studies Degree?” ence, Ribeau ended up major- “A solid program build cal narration. If you think young people are all headed in the The short answer, accord- ing in English. “I was power- skills and knowledge … an “In addition to this general wrong knowledge content, Africana direction, THINK AGAIN … Studies is also about specific, marketable skills,” added The Study Hour Club will make you feel good Patterson. “Africana Studies about our future once more, when they showcase – has always been about an in- free to all – Jane and Phil Anosike ~ in concert ~ tellectual journey of self-dis- Sunday, October 28th, at 4pm, All Saint’s Episco- covery, successful careers pal, 563 Pinewood Avenue, Toledo. and social transformation.” For more information about Who are the Anosike’s? They’re young. They’re the UT Africana Studies Pro- gifted. They’re black. And, they’re awesome! Join gram, contact Rubin Patterson The Study Hour Club for this special event October at 419-530-7252 or by email at 28th! [email protected].

Rubin Patterson and Sydney Ribeau ing to Ribeau, is that you can fully impacted by it,” he said. intellectual perspective,” said do just about anything with “Africana studies became the Ribeau. such a degree that you can do centerpiece as I was trying to “And with such skills you with any liberal arts degree as determine what career choices can go onto graduate school long as you are prepared prop- I would make.” and be successful.” erly. Ribeau went on to pursue Ultimately, Ribeau noted, The A.S.P.I.R.E. (Africana a higher degree at the Univer- Africana Studies programs The House of Day Funeral Service Studies Prepares Individuals sity of Illinois in Champagne- contribute to diversity. “Di- with Relevant Expertise) Lec- Urbana and then onto the fac- versity is not an option, diver- “Locally Owned And Operated” ture Series, according to Rubin ulty, and ultimately the ad- sity is not an add-on. Diver- “Our Family Serving Your Family” Patterson, Ph.D., head of the ministration, of California sity is a core academic value,” program, will bring to the UT State University in Los Ange- said Ribeau. 2550 Nebraska Avenue * Toledo, Ohio 43607 campus a number of “highly les where he would be instru- Ribeau, however, did not Phone 419.534.2550 distinguished individuals … mental in developing an isolate the value of Africana who either got degrees in or Africana Studies program that Studies to continued aca- THE HOUSE OF DAY FUNERAL SERVICE, INC. would like to have contributed extensively would flourish under his guid- demic success in graduate to Africana Studies.” ance. programs. He spoke of the thank The African American Legacy Project for honoring Mrs. Ribeau, as he noted during Ribeau spoke of two fac- success that former students Dorothy E. Day, President and first generation of THE HOUSE OF his speech last week, has of- tors which are important for a encountered in a wide range DAY FUNERAL SERVICE. Her award will be presented by Michael ten found himself, during his successful academic program of career choices and also re- K. Day, Jr., grandson and Third Generation. extensive career in academia, – imparting knowledge and lated that his department at on the cutting edge of pro- the development of skills. Cal State was active in prepar- Mrs. Dorothy E. Day and four other honor- grams developed to assist stu- “Africana Studies pro- ing its students for life after ees, Vernelis Armstrong, Mari Evans, dents in concentrating in vides students with a perspec- college. He established an in- Africana Studies. tive and better understanding tern program with the state Robert W. Franklin, Frank Goldie, and And as Ribeau told his of the world in which he lives. legislature for Africana Stud- Emerson Ross, Jr., also, the family of the audience of about 40 students, He can begin to see from a ies students, for example. “I late Lemaxie Glover are to be honored at faculty and staff, it did not unique point of view our insti- want to get students out in the this the 3rd luncheon, on Saturday, October take long for him to become tutions, for example, Ameri- world as early as we can.” 13, 2007 at the Wyndham Hotel, Two involved in studies involving can democracy, through the Ribeau’s experiences in Mrs. Dorothy E. Day Seagate - Toledo, OH, downtown, at 1 p.m. African-American history, lit- eyes of others, many of whom Africana Studies reflected the erature and culture. are outsiders. That gives one mission that the UT program Tickets are available at African American Legacy Project Ribeau entered Wayne a much more complex under- has set for itself. 2321 Upton Ave., Phone 419.729.4369 State as a freshman in 1966 standing of American democ- “A bachelor of arts degree and without any idea of what it racy, in some sense through in Africana Studies is a liberal Toledo Credit Union, 1339 Dorr St., Phone 419.255.8876 October 10, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 9 Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls Rebuilt Sojourner’s Truth Staff Thursday, October 4, 2007, was the occasion for a dual commemoration on the site of the new Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls. During the morning, a host of Toledo elected and appointed officials gath- ered in front of the school, along with dozens of Stewart students, to participate in a ceremony to name that por- tion of Avondale after the school’s namesake. Council President Michael Ashford, The Ella P. Stewart Drive tory. ents and students, gathered Board President Steve Steel was dedicated to the first In the late afternoon, in the new gymnasium to African-American female many of the same dignitar- officially open the newly pharmacist in Toledo’s his- ies along with dozens of par- constructed school.

Principal William Keaton, Assistant Principal Suzanne Muggy Page 10 The Sojourner’s Truth October 10, 2007 Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section Owens Delivers Backpacks and College Supplies To Toledo Public Schools’ Resource Night Elementary School Children At Main Library Owens Community dren with new supplies. Our new school supplies from table donations will go to- College’s Alumni Associa- goal is to ensure that such area residents to assist un- ward the purchase of even tion in collaboration with occurrences do not happen derprivileged school children more school supplies. October 24 Books-A-Million and three and that all children begin throughout Northwest Ohio. “I really like school and Great Lakes Credit Union their school year with new In addition to backpacks, in- my teachers,” said Ke-Nisha, The Toledo-Lucas County Public branches recently brightened dividuals donated crayons, an elementary student at Ella Library presents College Resource many children’s lives markers, bottles of glue, glue P. Stewart Academy for Girls through a unique community sticks, colored pencils, pen- in Toledo. “We get to color Night, a free program designed for service endeavor titled cils, pink erasers, school with crayons in school. I like students, parents and educators “Backpack to the Future.” boxes, pocket folders, to color rainbow fishes that from 6:30-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Over 300 backpacks and marbled covered composi- are purple and yellow.” October 24 in the McMaster Center nearly 4,320 school supply tion books and Kleenex tis- The Owens Alumni As- items collected throughout sues. sociation established “Back- at Main Library, 325 Michigan the summer months were do- “Our motto at Riverside pack to the Future” supply Street. nated to several area elemen- Elementary School states drive in 2004 as a way to tary schools, including To- learning is the way of life,” provide educational outreach Hear Mary Plews, the Library’s Teen ledo Public Schools’ River- said Romules Durant, Prin- to the surrounding commu- side Elementary School, cipal of Riverside Elemen- nities. To date, the program Specialist, provide invaluable infor- Nathan Hale Elementary tary School. “Our goal is to has given over 850 back- mation on available resources School and Ella P. Stewart ensure student success and packs and more than 11,300 concerning careers, colleges, schol- Academy for Girls. these graciously donated school supplies to benefit un- arships and financial aid . . . every- “The impressive response educational resources.” supplies play a significant derprivileged children thing that’s needed in planning your area residents and businesses Koevenig added, “We part in the learning process. throughout Northwest Ohio. continue to make to the look forward to continuing Riverside Elementary School Since opening its doors in educational future. You don’t want ‘Backpack to the Future’ sup- the ‘Backpack to the Future’ is proud to collaborate with 1965, Owens has provided to miss this important program. ply drive is outstanding,” said program in the coming years Owens Community College higher education to more Kaye Koevenig, Owens so that even more children and the mission of stressing than 250,000 students. Free Application for Federal Student Alumni Association Commu- may continue to benefit from the importance of educa- Owens’ Alumni Association nity Service Chair. “There such a worthy cause.” tion.” is committed to the personal Aid (FAFSA) forms (fafsa.ed.gov) are many low-income fami- Over the past four In addition to the donated and professional success of will be available for participants to lies that can barely afford to months, “Backpack to the supplies, the program col- alumni and students through take home. Mrs. Plews will provide pay their bills, and may not Future” accepted gently- lected over $1,200 from com- the ongoing development of beneficial information all about be able to provide their chil- used or new backpacks and munity members. The chari- value-added initiatives.

FAFSA. Registration is required.

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filiated with the national Daughter Janice, Hubert’s us what they were going to do and how they were going to do it. And the level of care was awesome. Children’s Scholarship Hospice provided nursing care, aides to help in the home, plus all the medications and equipment my Fund, founded in 1998 by ‘‘ dad needed. Ted Forstmann and John Walton in New York City. “All the services Hospice provided were covered by Medicare.* I don’t think a lot of people are aware of Each year families are the excellent care available. Families in situations like ours need to call Hospice of Northwest Ohio.” invited to add their name to the waiting list for the pro- To ask for our free DVD, “Hospice Answers,” call 419-661-4001. gram. A lottery is then held Or for more information, visit hospicenwo.org. in July by the national SM Children’s Scholarship HOSPICE *Hospice care is covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance. No one is turned away due to inability to pay. OF NORTHWEST OHIO Fund. If a family is se- SM lected, they submit finan- ©2007 Hospice of Northwest Ohio Answers for Living the Last Months of Life. October 10, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page11 Reel Review Good Luck Chuck Dane Cook, Jessica Alba (Rated R)

By Michael Hayes a good guy in a way, but still Of course his buddy Stu Cam Wexler (Jessica and the little game of cat ing Cam, he’s swept her off Minister of Culture quite shady. is thinking ‘JACKPOT!’ Alba) is exactly the type of and mouse that ensues is her feet, but as soon as they He still sleeps around For every guy who only girl any self-respecting good some of the best romance- have sex the curse will send There’s an awful lot of even after believing to have wants sex and nothing more, guy would fall for. comedy screen writing I’ve her off away to meet her bull in the theatres right now. found the love of his life. there are those guys who Where most girls want to seen all year. true soul mate. Now how’s But something told me I Not funny in real life, but want much more. be a diva with flawless fash- They fall for each other that for a dilemma? needed to see this one joint. once again … it’s a comedy, But like I said before, ion style and all the right and it’s all good. However, Good Luck Chuck turns Okay, maybe it was the fact people. even Charlie isn’t as good everything, Cam is very Cam is keeping her distance out to be an endearingly that Jessica Alba is in it. I So, why would Charlie as good guys get. regular and somewhat because she knows about sweet film disguised as an mean, really, every guy keep sleeping around? Along the way he is per- goofy. She’s so accident Chucks’ rumored curse. in-your-face styled comedy. loves Jessica Alba – right? Why does he have his suaded to use his powers for prone that it seems cute at Things get really inter- I guarantee you will laugh. Even if she has gotten a game so tight that he can good. first, but you start actually esting once Cam lets her HARD! little ”Olsen-skinny” lately. have any woman he wants? After all these beautiful fearing for Chuck’s well guard down and the two of Oh yeah, and who would But I digress. A childhood hex was put women throw themselves at being. By trade she is a pen- them are about to become a turn down the chance to see The Ben Stiller flick, on him, but he never really him and he’s unsure of how guin caretaker. full-fledged relationship Jessica Alba play the rela- Heartbreak Kid, is a remake believes in it until he expe- to react, his good luck charm Weird, huh? But that’s when Charlie realizes how tionship girl? that some feel may not be as riences the heartbreaking af- status has made him the tar- part of her charm. Chuck is the curse might affect his The true grade for Good funny as the previews lead termath of a former relation- get of a woman who really completely falling for her new found love. He’s feel- Luck Chuck is B. you to believe. Mr. Wood- ship. needs to find love at any cock seems like it might be And this is where the cost because she may not decent, but I wanted to see movie got deeper than com- have a lot of opportunities. Dear Ryan, something that I wasn’t ex- edy for me. So, when Charlie and a actly sure what I’d be get- Guys … have any of you girl do the deed (thankfully, I am trying to build my arms bigger and I’m a little confused on which exercises are ting. So what is Good Luck out there ever felt like you they don’t show it – it’s hi- the best for me to do. I’ve read the magazines and they all say something different. What Chuck? were just the gateway boy- larious onscreen, but this should I do to increase the size of my arms? It seems that there are also a lot of different Okay, back to the whole friend? scene was kinda deep), it routines, how do I know which is the best one to follow? Thank-u. Jessica Alba thing — from Like every girl that you gives Stu the perfect chance the previews, I thought he go with, when you two to use this ‘charm’ status for A Call to Arms was lucky because he had break-up the girl always evil… disguised as good. her. Dane Cook plays seems to end up pregnant Now Charlie puts it down Dear Call, Charlie Logan, a late 20- and/or married? on dozens and dozens of fe- something bachelor who That’s my word – I swear males. First I would like to thank you for having so much faith in me and my knowledge of possibly wants to find love that happens to me. This part of the film is training and nutrition. It means a lot knowing that you would still ask me after reading all instead of just continuing to Dating back to high kinda sexual, so I wouldn’t the magazine hype. play the field. school yo, fa real! – LOL. recommend anyone under I believe if you stick to the basics that you will get the results that you desire. Yes, the Now, let me stop right So seeing that in this high school age seeing this more you read in the books the more confused you can get. I tend to stay away from all here to say that this movie movie was crazy funny (you and guys who might go see of that confusion. I only read the research and nutritional information in those books. If is, well ... crude. might think I’m crazy, but this with their girls… warn- it’s not backed by science and/or college testing I really don’t pay much attention to it. People who like soft little I’m being real). ing: you might get a few It’s nice to see other workout routines to give you a change but what works for one comedies with predictable But Charlie is experienc- sharp elbow jabs if you drool person may not work for another. As I just said, if you stick to the basics you can’t and and lovable characters need ing the same thing, only too much. (Chris Rock’s last won’t go wrong! to look elsewhere. creepier. movie I Think I Love My The biceps are two different muscles. You have the long head (outside) and the short Charlie and his boy Stu Seems this childhood hex Wife is still the front runner head (inside). Straight bar curls are the best for building nice size biceps. Taking a wide are the complete stereotypi- has cursed him to never find for the most sharp elbow grip works mostly the short head and a narrow grip works the long head of the biceps. Take cal guys’ guys. a love of his own, but he can jabs, tho). a grip that’s shoulder width and hit both heads of the bicep at the same time. Charlie only seems the lead others to love after they Anyway, after all that sex Start out with a light weight and do 20 reps to make sure that you can feel the muscle least bit gentleman like be- leave him. Okay, not leave. Charlie starts to feel used. work and a nice little burn in the biceps. Then raise the weight progressively throughout cause he’s standing next to It becomes public knowl- Girl after girl, they all four sets so that your last set ends with a hard eight-12 reps. Stu. edge that having sex with just want to get him in bed The next good exercise is alternating curls. Start with your palms facing each other. A plastic surgeon whose Charlie will lead any female and get on with their lives. Then as soon as you clear your thighs, supinate (turn) your wrist so that your pinky is chauvinistic, hormone to the promised land of soul- And true to the curse, sure heading towards the outside of your shoulder. Squeeze the biceps and return to the starting driven frat boy mentality mated matrimonial bliss. enough – each and every position. Then begin your rep with the other hand. Continue to alternate hands in this towards women is so over Now when he comes into one of the girls ends up meet- fashion until your desired repetitions are completed. the top, it’s non-stop laughs. work at his dental office, ing her soul mate and get- The last biceps exercise I will suggest is the hammer curl. You start the same way as It’s a comedy people, so we there’s a sea of hot ready ting married. Now in the you do with alternating curls except you do not turn the wrist. This works part of the have to take it as such. and willing females who midst of all this, Charlie has forearm and ads thickness to the outside of the bicep. But Charlie’s best qual- want nothing less than to developed feelings for a spe- Now, onto your triceps. Your triceps are three different muscles and should be worked ity is how flawed he is. He’s jump his bones. cial someone. no less than the biceps. Triceps pushdowns are an excellent exercise for the triceps. Be sure that when doing this exercise you do not move your shoulders. Only the elbow joint should move and you don’t want to go much higher than your chest. Kickbacks are another great exer- cise for this muscle group. Bend over at the waist, keep your back flat and your elbows up. Straighten the arm into the locking position so that you con- tract the muscle then release slowly and repeat. Dumbbell extensions while you are laying down are also good and very beneficial to the triceps. Laying face up on a bench, take two dumbbells and hold them above you towards the ceiling. Keeping your elbows and upper arms perpendicular to the ground, lower the weights to the sides of your head. Raise the weight back up and repeat. Be sure to keep your shoulders down and your arms from swinging. Good luck in achieving your Dream Bodies out there and keep the questions coming.

Ryan Rollison Dream Bodies Personal Training 1249 W. Sylvania Ave. Toledo, Oh 43612 419-476-3494 [email protected] TheThe Lima Truth October 10, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 12 The Governor’s Goals? A Stronger Lima’s Churches Ohio … A Stronger Allen County … A Rev. Earnest Stephens, Jr.4th St. MBC122 West 4th St.Lima, Ohio 45804419-224-1501 Rev. Robert Tony11th St. MB Church108 E. 11th St.Lima, Ohio 45804419-227-8083 Stronger Lima. Rev. Robert Curtis, JrMt. Olive MBChurch1406 St. Johns AvenueLima, Ohio 45804419-228-1584 By Vickie Shurelds dren we do not have to pre- dig out of, but we are coming kids in Ohio! Every child Rev. David KelleyNew Hope MB Church328 East 4th Sojourners Truth Reporter pare for a couple decades along, and it’s easy to get deserves the chance at a good StreetLima, Ohio 45804 Rev. B. Lamont later in jail or prison cells. excited about the future for education,” said Strickland. MonfordPhilippian MB Church190 East 8th StreetLima, What a difference eight Everybody deserves afford- Ohio.” “We’ve got to figure out what Ohio 45804 Rev. Fayne WiseShiloh MB Church110 months can make! There was able health care. We have a Strickland is making him- has gone wrong with the sys- West 11th StreetLima, Ohio 45804419-223-7606 a time that government state child health insurance self accessible to the citizens tem and fix it before any more Rev. Frank H. TaylorTabernacle MB Church1501 Lake- moved so slowly, by the time plan that is for the benefit of of Ohio. He’s been making harm is done to our students. wood AvenueLima, Ohio 45801419-222-7779 some bills were made laws Ohio’s working families. In weekly stops in the Allen/ “Lima is not as challenged Pastor Michael CooperChrist Temple Church511 East 2nd and policy changes were re- order for every child in Ohio Putnam/Hancock County ar- as some of the other areas of StreetLima, Ohio 45804419-227-6743 Rev. Ed- negotiated, most of us had to have affordable health eas for several months now Ohio, but that doesn’t mean ward ButlerSt. Paul AME Church1103 West Spring St.Lima, forgotten why we wanted any care, the state has formed a and he says he’s choosing to the area is left out. There is Ohio 45804 of those things in the first partnership with the federal do this because he really no room for allowing some- Pastor Lawrence BoboSt. James CME800 E. Franklin place. one to fall through the cracks. StreetLima, Ohio 45804419-222-2845 Rev. FR Now enter the Strickland Every child needs to gradu- DunlapFriendship Baptist Church349 E. Wayne St.Lima, administration. Amazing oc- ate and plan to increase their Ohio 45804419-224-2727 Rev. King BeverlyNew Greater currences in the past eight hiring level by getting ad- Grace Baptist 422 E. 8th StreetLima, Ohio 45804419-224- months have made Demo- equate training.” 4463 crats and Republicans both His plans for establishing Rev. C.M. ManleyNew Morning Star1904 S. Main sit up and take notice. Gov- a stronger Ohio have begun Street419-227-1825 Rev. Arnold ManleyPilgrim ernor Ted Strickland is the taking shape as the different Rest Baptist Church1251 Union Street419-224-6006 driving force behind the components are put into ac- Rev. Dennis WardSecond Baptist Church520 West Spring changes that are occurring at tion. The focus, he noted, is Street419-229-6666 lightning speed … govern- also on creating more oppor- Rev. Melvin Woodard, IILima Community Baptist mentally speaking. tunities for better lives. He Church550 S. Collett StreetRev. David RobertsCornerstone This weekend, the gover- says Lima’s time is coming. Harvest Church2000 N. Cole Street419-228-3007 nor took a few moments out Be patient. Things are be- Rev. Ronald FailsGrace Church WorldWide Ministries2945 of his day to sit down with ginning to happen for those Wells Drive419-228-0618 The Sojourner’s Truth dur- who need it most in Ohio. Elder Ed TibbsNew Life Christian Center202 W. Kibby ing a visit to Lima and talk “Things are better, just St.419-227-3997 John Barcus, MinisterKibby Street about the changes that have remember, we had a large Vickie Shurelds and Gov. Ted Strickland Church of Christ428 E. Kibby St.419-224-1251 been implemented as well as hole to dig ourselves out of; Minister Robert HortonSoutheast Church of Christ1830 those yet to come. He spoke but we are succeeding, the Reese Ave.419-229-3590 freely about what the impli- time for change is coming.” Elder Clarence McGriffMt. Olive Church of God in cations were for Ohio and government to give solid fi- doesn’t know what every- for those living in Allen nancial support where it can one is thinking unless he sits Contact Vickie Shurelds Christ705 E. Catalpa419-223-1451 Rev. Darnell County. do the most good. across the table and listens to atWilliamsNew Life Church Intnat’l1180 West High St419- “We have a team that has “We’ve also looked at the what they have to say. “How [email protected] 999-1615 Rev. Phillip Battle, Jr.Bethel F.B.H. put Ohioans first on the high cost of higher educa- can I represent someone un- Church1312 Norval Ave419-227-6133 agenda. Marc Dann is hold- tion in Ohio. For the past less I walk around with them, ing people accountable,” the nine years, there has been a talk to them, hear what it is governor told us. “He is seri- steady increase in tuition they have to say?” said ously looking at programs, costs for students. In fact in Strickland. like the voucher program, the past 10 years, there has He became very serious charter schools, and giving a been a nine percent increase. when the talk turns to the great deal of scrutiny to ques- That has placed us at 47 per- election of 2008. “Ohio will tions like: is this program cent higher than the national decide on the next president. demonstrating positive average.” It’s a daunting task; but we’re strides for Ohio students. If The suggested budget, up to it, we’re ready for the not, he’s challenging their said Strickland, carries with challenge.” He encouraged right to continue with their it a stipulation that prevents voters to look at what is hap- programs. Rich Cordray is schools from increasing their pening in Iraq and answer investing our money in Ohio. budget over the next two the question – “is the action Jennifer Brunner is bringing years. being taken what is best for integrity and trust back to The governor spoke of the country, or for the profi- Ohio as Secretary of State, great deals going on across teers?” and we have been able to put Ohio such as new plants com- Those in Ohio who are together a budget that passed ing into Cincinnati, Cleve- registered must make a com- the House with only one dis- land and even Adams County mitment to vote, said senting vote, and passed the with each manufacturing Strickland. “Take a good Senate with no dissenting opportunity providing 1,000 look at the candidates, what vote – and the budget con- or so jobs for that area. they’ve done in the past, as tains not a single tax increase, He asked that we not be well as what they’re doing or fee increase. so discouraged, “Remember now before making a deci- “The proposed budget what we have: a strong sion,” he advised. also has a three percent in- workforce, and that even Another issue at the top crease in funding for elemen- with the rough times we’ve of the governor’s list is his tary students, they’ve had, Ohio is still fourth in Council on Closing the dumped more money into the manufacturing,” said the Achievement Gap for Afri- ‘Healthy Children’ program governor. can American Males’ Gradu- that takes a good look at stu- He has strong feelings ation Rates. He spoke of it dents one, two and three about the ethanol plant that with great passion as did he years old,” Strickland con- should begin production by when he speaks of CJ tinued. “Research says, the mid-November. “It’s slow Prentiss, the supervisory children we provide for at moving – but we are moving force behind the initiative. this level, will be the chil- ahead. We had a big hole to “We have no throwaway The Lima Truth Page 13 The Sojourner’s Truth October 10, 2007 Political Commentary People Get Ready…There’s a Change A-Comin’ Political Implications of a Town Divided By Vickie Shurelds directions for voting that marijuana law strengthening’ with people, getting to know less because they can draw working relationship with the Sojourner’s Truth Reporter could be taken into the vot- has asked to have the discus- them and finding ways of from their retirement funds. heads of safety services, law ing booths with them on Elec- sion held in his committee, combining economics, stra- If you were hoping those enforcement, and have the Look down your street, tion Day. The results shook the city law director has sug- tegic planning and realistic were job opportunities for confidence of the city resi- Lima. Something’s coming. up the board, adding two new gested “tightening up the goal setting to make a way you, think again. Council dents that he will guide the Can you feel it? African-American faces. verbiage” in the rules and for community growth,” says agreed (those are appointed council into making deci- Trouble’s Brewing. Do Prospective voters have been regulations stating that as Nixon. “The day of the ma- positions) and now those sions that will work for the you see it? Springing up all urged to check the polling they are, city council meet- jor industrial giant coming salaries are reduced by a good of everyone in the city. over town. The political sea- place next election and see ings are not in compliance into a town to save the day is small fraction – around It’s your choice. It’s a son has taken on a new face who’s sitting in those pre- with state open meetings gone. The real chance for $5,000.00 each – plus now good idea to attend a council this year. There are signs in cinct judge chairs. law. So, they are calling out growth now is in the small they also get their full pen- meeting. They’re open to the almost every yard, at least in There is some maneuver- Councilmen Pitts and business. Those that work sions, and the cabinet re- public and held every other the 5th and 6th Wards. That’s ing going on right now, Magnus for rule infraction, day in and day out, not hiring mains intact. Not bad. Monday night. October 8, 22 new. changing the precinct lines when they are all commit- a lot of people, but keeping The position of City and November 5 at 7 p.m. Derry Glenn, Ray in “certain parts of the city.” ting an infraction against their employees steadily Council president carries are the three scheduled be- Magnus. Yep … Ray More than likely it is an at- state law each week. Just so employed.” with it the responsibility of fore the election on Novem- Magnus. Why are ALL those tempt to distribute that power we’re clear. Recently, Mayor David making sure that council fol- ber 6. The meetings are also Ray Magnus signs all over to a different set of voters So, what’s it all about, Berger approached City lows procedure in getting city aired during the week on the 5th and 6th Wards – usu- but, for now, concentrate on really? What is the real prob- Council with a proposal. Two business done in a timely public access television. The ally the most neglected wards the power that is in your lem? According to Ray of his chief aides were ready fashion. He must be able to power is in the hands of the in the city? Know why? hands. Only 30.55 percent Magnus, the current admin- for retirement. Both positions work well with all the coun- African-American voters if Councilman Magnus knows of registered voters turned istration is scared. “It’s time carry impressive salaries. His cilmen and keep track of what you want to put it to the test. that there are more registered out for the May election. You for a change. It’s time for idea was to allow them to is or is not happening in ev- Vote, watch your power at voters in the 5th and 6th Wards begin to lose the power if new leadership,” says retire; then keep them on at a ery committee. He must also work. than in any other section of you don’t use it. Vote. Every Magnus. “I’m a successful reduced salary; the city re- work well with the city ad- town. Election. businessman with a plan for tains their expertise but pays ministration, and have a good It’s true. The registered There’s a little trouble this community that’s going voters in those wards can turn stirred up at City Council to move it forward. They an election on its ear. That right now. If you read that want to keep things as they “When I lost means, if it could happen that other paper in town, you’ll are, business as usual, the all African-Americans in the see the stories, editorials call- community is tired of that. I city of Lima got together and ing for dismissal of Council- have people calling me ev- my appetite, decided on one way to vote, men Tommie Pitts and Ray eryday wanting me to put they could change the face Magnus because they were signs in their yards, sending something of this city. They could put in talking in “public” exchang- me checks to help with my who they want into any city ing ideas, and then Pitts was campaign. I haven’t asked position. not timely with his calling of for financial help, but they’re was wrong.” We witnessed it first hand a meeting of the committee sending the checks, anyway.” during a recent election for he leads to discuss an idea Magnus has John Nixon two seats on the city school from another councilman for an opponent. He believes board. Only one candidate about the marijuana laws in the power of Lima is in the Louise Louise waswas 53 53 when when sheshe was was diagnosed diagnosed was on the ballot. Eleven Lima. people who make things hap- with heart disease. were running for the seats, Should a meeting have pen within the framework with heart disease. so 10 of those running were been called? Probably, but if already laid out. He’s being “I love to eat and I love to cook. When I lost my “I love to eat and I love to cook. When I lost my appetite, I knew “write in” candidates. With you attend any council meet- endorsed by the City appetite, I knew there was something wrong. I couldn’t the help of the Minority Cau- ings or watch them on public Firemen’s Union and other there was something wrong. I couldn’t even stand the smell of cus working in tandem with access, you know most of city workers who have even stand the smell of food cooking. I became so the black churches, voters these meetings encounter worked side by side with food weak, cooking. I could I became hardly walk.”so weak, I could hardly walk.” were told how to mark their delays. Now there’s been a Nixon for a number of years. ballots to vote for the write special called meeting of City “I’ve forged relationships Heart Heart disease disease is America’sis America’s leading leading killer killerof women. of women. Since in candidate of their choice. Council to discuss the ‘in- with the people in this com- 1984 Since heart 1984 disease heart diseasehas claimed has moreclaimed women’s more liveswomen’s than They were given flyers fraction.’ The original coun- munity, and that’s how you men. But there is hope. with the correct spelling and cilman with the ‘idea on get things done, by working lives than men. But there is hope. With With better better prevention, prevention, more morethan 80than percent 80 ofpercent women’s o f heart women’s attacks heartmay be attacks avoided. 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PUBLIC NOTICE Lucas County Children Services (LCCS) is issu- Account Clerk 2, Law Library, College ing a request for Proposal (RFP) for Supportive Services to Women and Teenage Females En- Lucas County Children Services (LCCS) is issu- of Law: gaged in the Sex Industry. ing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Mentoring Services for Substance Abusing Parents. Under the general supervision of the Head of the The goal of the RFP is to provide services that Acquisitions/Serials Department, the Account Clerk will: The goal is to provide mentoring services that is responsible for maintaining all law library records Empower and equip women involved in the will support parents to: relating to orders and payments for books, serials, sex industry to provide emotional and financial sup- Engage in and successfully complete sub- and electronic resources. port to their children resulting in family stability; stance abuse treatment; Maintain children in their own home or reunify Retain custody and/or reunify with their chil- This position requires the ability to calculate in a timely manner; dren; fractions, decimals and percentages and to read Maintain stable placements for teenagers; Learn the skills necessary to prevent re- and write common vocabulary plus: 2 courses or 6 Improve the health and emotional well being maltreatment of their children. months experience in high school accounting or of females served. accounting for bookkeepers offered by college; 1 LCCS is seeking proposals from governmental course in operations of adding machine & calculator LCCS is seeking proposals from governmental units, private for-profit entities/agencies and non- (or 3 months experience); 6 months additional expe- units, private for-profit entities/agencies and non- profit entities/agencies. Agencies should have rience in bookkeeping. This position requires a profit entities/agencies. Agencies should have unique unique information, education, knowledge and ex- successful score on the Account Clerk 2 civil service information, education, knowledge and experience perience providing mentoring services to substance test for those not already in the classification. Full working with females engaged in the sex industry. abusing parents. RFP materials will be available Time. Starting wage is $12.51/hr. RFP materials will be available from October 1 from October 1 through October 16, 2007, at 705 through October 16, 2007 at 705 Adams St., Toledo, Adams St. Toledo, OH 43624. To make arrange- To apply, submit a cover letter (include position OH 43624. To make arrangements to pick up a RFP ments to pick up a RFP packet, call 419-213-3658. title and job # 998274), a resume, as well as the packet, call 419-213-3658. An applicant information An applicant information session regarding the names and contact information for three profes- session regarding the RFP will be held at LCCS on RFP will be held at LCCS on October 16, 2007 at sional references to: The University of Toledo, Hu- October 16, 2007 at 10:30 A.M. in Room # 913. 9:00 A.M. in Room # 913. man Resources Department, Toledo, Ohio 43606- 3390; Fax (419) 530-1490; or email The deadline for completed proposals (NO FAX) The deadline for completed proposals (NO FAX) [email protected], which is preferred. Use only is 4:00 p.m. on November 5, 2007. No proposal will is 4:00 p.m. on November 5, 2007. No proposal will one method of application. Resumes must be be accepted after the deadline. be accepted after the deadline. received by Friday, October 19, 2007. The Univer- sity of Toledo is an Equal Access, Equal Oppor- By Dean Sparks, Executive Director By Dean Sparks, Executive Director tunity, Affirmative Action Employer and Educa- Lucas County Children Services Lucas County Children Services tor Page 16 The Sojourner’s Truth October 10, 2007 Commandress Honored at Annual Daughters of Isis Ball By Artisha S. Lawson Commandress Roberts who in black and white tuxedos Sojourner’s Truth began serving the organiza- and their ceremonial acces- reporter tion as a member of Order of sories. Jazz and classic old- Eastern Star several years ies music was provided. Mecca Court No. 73 ago. “I’ve been affiliated with Opening the event was a pro- Daughters of Isis honored Daughters of Isis for five cessional led by the their Illustrious years now, and this organi- organization’s leaders and Commandress Daughter zation as a whole strives to their spouses, followed by Claudia S. Roberts, on Sat- service the community. My the honoree and her husband urday, September 29, 2007 project was adopting a Noble Allen Roberts. at the Hotel Seagate in school, and then we pro- This year’s scholarship re- downtown Toledo. The vided school supplies and cipients were Performing Arts 44th annual dinner and ball support throughout the year. School of Metropolitan To- is a standing tradition of We also donate food to shel- ledo graduate and University the Mecca Court and each ters twice each year,” said of Toledo freshman Kailah year they pay tribute to the Roberts. Hayes, who shared the event local court leader in Daugh- Guests were welcomed with her mother Joy Hayes. ters of Isis and still provide into a hall that was draped in “I worked hard in high community service by white and gold decorations, school, I was a member of the awarding scholarships to and highlighted an eight-by- dance team, student govern- Daughters of Isis Scholarship Guests were welcomed into a hall that was Committee draped in white and gold decorations, and high- as a singles player, buddy system called Pals and lighted an eight-by-10-inch photo of the honoree track runner. I am still so proud of my daughter, she in the front of the room has worked hard and stayed well-rounded with high school students. 10-inch photo of the hon- ment, French club, Latin Club, her academics and sports,” The formal affair wel- oree in the front of the room. Afro-American Club and His- Joan Reasonover. comed guests and Ma- Daughters of Isis members tory Club. This scholarship Historically, the Daugh- sonic officials from Ohio were dressed in all white at- is really helping with this first ters of Isis are a branch of and Michigan, all of whom tire and ceremonial accesso- year in college,” said Kailah Prince Hall Mason affilia- came to acknowledge the ries, while the Nobles of Hayes. tion, which includes dedication of Illustrious Mecca Court were dressed The second recipient was Shriners, Order of the East- ern Star and Order of Golden Circle. Prince Hall affiliation first arrived in the U.S. over 200 years ago, and is recognized as the Father of U.S. Black Ma- sonry with more than 4,500 Honoree Illustrious Commandress Daughter lodges and 300,000 Ma- Claudia Roberts. sonic members. a Start High School graduate and Benedict College of South Carolina freshman DeAndra Reasonover who was unable to attend the event due to her college ob- ligations. However, her mother spoke of her grati- tude to the organization for the scholarship and of her daughter’s high school ac- complishments. Ball processional organizational officers and their spouses. “She was active in the Spanish Club, Tennis team

Noble Allen Roberts and wife Illustrious Commandress Daughter Claudia Roberts