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Comics Page 11 Teens attend THIS Classifieds Page 11 Students promote Obituaries Page 8 YACFEST peace Police & Fire Page 2 WEEK Puzzles Page 10 Page 4 Page 7 Senior ladies compete for Ms. Mature title By Jess Paniszczyn ity Award. “Participating in the Ms. Ma- “It was interesting to see how give it one more, because people The City of Irving and Heritage Recreation Specialist, Patricia ture Pageant is one of the most ex- all the ladies formed a friendship kept telling me, ‘The third time is a Senior Center presented the 24th Davenport, has served as the Ms. citing things a woman can experi- that otherwise we wouldn’t have charm.’ I went in with the idea that I Annual Ms. Mature Irving Pageant Mature Irving Pageant coordinator ence,” Ms. Mature 2006, Sue met each other. Working together was going to enjoy it, have fun and in the Irving Arts Center on Sep. for the past 14 years. Borunda said. “You don’t know as closely as we did for so long cre- if I win, great; if I don’t, it is not the 22. “We had a blast,” Ms. Daven- what you are capable of doing until ated a real closeness. We just all end of the world. With the stage decorated in a port said. “We had a Hollywood you get out there and really give it love each other. “I love Irving and I am proud Hollywood theme, this unique theme and folks really got into it. your all. It is very rewarding. La- “This was my third try as a Ms. of Irving. I want to make Irving pagent spotlighted the talents of This year we had a very energetic dies should give it a try. You just Mature contestant. I was going to proud of me in this capacity repre- Irving’s senior ladies. Six contes- show, even more so than usual. Ev- can’t imagine how fun it is. senting the city,” Ms. Borunda said. tants, Gael Golden, Eunice Kay erybody had a good time with it. Stroop, Patricia Head, Martha Our masters of ceremony, Rodney Reynolds, Ruth Viola Sams and Sue and Beth Pirtle did a great job. Borunda, competed in the catego- “We are looking forward to ries of talent, personality and this year. Ms. Mature is going to formalwear. be more visible and active in the In the end, Ms. Mature 2005, community. We want to get the mes- Ana Cochran, passed on her crown sage out that Ms. Mature is avail- to Ms. Borunda. Ms. Sams was able for guest speaking or enter- named First Runner-Up and Ms. taining and to be part of the com- Stroop won the coveted Congenial- munity,” she said. ByronByron NelsonNelson passespasses aawawayy Provided by Tracy Cobb been able to help thousands of chil- Byron Nelson, one of golf’s dren and families.” greatest players, but more impor- The EDS Byron Nelson Cham- tantly its greatest gentleman, died pionship, the first PGA TOUR Sep. 26, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. at his event named for a professional home. One of the sport’s last 20th golfer, has raised more money for century legends was 94. charity than any other stop on the While Nelson will always be PGA TOUR, largely due to Byron known for his seemingly untouch- Nelson’s involvement. The 2006 able records, 11 straight PGA TOUR Championship donated more than wins in 1945 and 18 total in that $6.3 million to Salesmanship Club magical season, he will be remem- Youth and Family Centers (SCYFC). bered as a good Christian man and More than $94 million has been a tremendous humanitarian. raised for SCYFC since the “We are deeply saddened by tournament’s inception. Irving greets a senior beauty as Ms. Mature 2005, Ana Cochran, crowns Sue Borunda as Ms. Mature 2006. the loss of Byron and our thoughts Memorial services for Byron and prayers are with Peggy and his Nelson were conducted on Sep. 29 family,” Salesmanship Club of Dal- at Richland Hills Church of Christ. Irving bond election planned las President Lawrence M. Wesson Memorials may be made to Irving voters will go to the polls said. “He was an amazing man and Richland Hills Church of Christ 10-year program is based on rec- ority. Following are the proposi- Nov. 7 to decide on 11 capital im- an example for us all. As an active Missions, 6300 NE Loop 820, N. ommendations by a citizens’ bond tions on the bond election ballot: provement propositions. The $335 member of the Salesmanship Club Richland Hills, TX 76180 or to the task force, which spent several million bond package addresses of Dallas since 1971, Byron was Salesmanship Club of Dallas, PMB months studying the future needs Proposition No. 1 - Street and Trans- infrastructure projects, storm drain- more to us than a great golfer. He 77, 400 S. Zang Blvd., Suite 700, of the city. portation Improvements, age, parks and libraries, city facili- was a leader in the community and Dallas, TX 75208. During this time, the task force $117,825,000 ties, communications, public safety, a great friend. Because of Byron’s received resident input to find out Proposition No. 2 - Storm Drainage and youth and senior services. The association with our Club, we have which projects are considered a pri- and Flood Control Improvements, $32,600,000 IrIrvingving mourmournsns Proposition No. 3 - Parks and Rec- reation Improvements, $56,475,000 VVallealleyy ViewView eexitxit onon SHSH 183183 Proposition No. 4 - Library Improve- ByronByron NelsonNelson ments, $18,200,000 Proposition No. 5 - Expansion and Irving has lost a close Rehabilitation of City Buildings and friend. Byron Nelson was a leader, shutshut dodownwn permanentlypermanently Facilities, $15,600,000 a giver, a role model and an inspira- Proposition No. 6 - Animal Shelter tion. He made a legend with his The Texas Department of Trans- Kenny Krishnan, P.E., a TxDOT Facilities, $6,000,000 swing but crafted a legacy with his portation (TxDOT) permanently project manager, said. Proposition No. 7 - Public Safety generous spirit that will live in our closed the Valley View Lane exit off Motorists wanting to take the Facilities and Equipment, community for generations to of eastbound SH 183 at 9 a.m., on eastbound exit can use the County $15,305,000 come. Friday, Sep. 29. The exit ramp closed Line exit to gain access to Valley See ELECTION, Page 4 Our city is grateful for the kind- to make way for ongoing construc- View Lane. Message boards and ness shown by both Byron and tion on the SH 161/SH 183 inter- construction signs will be placed Irving Rambler $0.25 Peggy. Our prayers are with the change project. along SH 183 to warn motorists Nelson family now. ”We are taking out the Valley about the closure. View exit to change the lane con- As one exit closes, another exit Maura Allen Gast figuration for construction of the ramp reopens on SH 183. The Es- Byron Nelson attends closing Executive Director - Irving Conven- SH 161/SH 183 interchange,” ters Road exit reopened to east- ceremonies of the tournament bound traffic at 3 p.m. on Sep. 29. named in his honor. tion and Visitors Bureau See COMMUNITY, Page 5 Page 2 September 28, 2006 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler Community Calendar

September 30 The Great Harvest September 30 The Big Sweep October 3 Irving Chapter Women non-members. For additional infor- and Judges Bob Whitney and Mike - The 16th annual Great Harvest Your participation is requested to of Rotary mation or to schedule your reser- Petty present their 3rd Annual Bar- fundraiser will be held in the Sky- beautify the City of Irving as part Will host a fall luncheon 11:30 a.m. vation, call 214-217-8484 or email becue between 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. line Room and Lounge at La Cima of Downtown Irving Sparkles. ”The at the La Cima Club 5215 N. [email protected]. at Commissioner Mayfield’s Road Club, on the 26th floor of the Tower Big Sweep” will consist of sweep- O’Connor Rd Williams Square & Bridge District 4 Office located at Williams Square, 5215 North ing and re-striping various down- twenty-sixth floor. The program will October 5 Barbecue - Dallas at 4403 W. Illinois, Dallas. For fur- O’Connor Road, in Las Colinas, town parking lots. To participate as feature Michael Pritchard, Vice County Commissioner Kenneth A. ther information, please contact from 7 to 11 p.m. a volunteer, make donations to the President of Global Security for Mayfield, Constable R. L. Skinner, Linda Baker at 214-339-8381 or by project or to contribute material Hunt Oil Company. He will enter- email at [email protected]. September 30 Leyendo Juntos - items, please visit tain you with humorous reflections Presented in partnership with [email protected] or call 972- of the past presidents of Hunt Oil. Telemundo 39 and McDonald’s. 721-4891. All participating busi- For reservations, please contact Economic Come to the Northwest Branch from nesses will be recognized in an up- 972-255-4564. 2 – 3 p.m. and enjoy storytime in coming issue of the Business Fo- DevELOPMENT Spanish and a visit from a local ce- cus for their support with this 2- October 5 Workforce Develop- lebrity. For more information, please day event. ment Luncheon - The Greater Irv- The University of Dallas (UD) is ity-Owned Businesses, the follow- contact the Central Library (972) ing-Las Colinas Chamber of Com- celebrating 50 years of service to ing Irving-based businesses were 721-2458. October 1 Irving Heritage House merce Workforce Enrichment Coun- the North Texas community. UD recognized: CG Management, Adea - For a view of yesterday, visit the cil welcomes McKinsey Prize win- was recently ranked by the 2006 Solutions, Global Consultants Inc, September 30 Movie Madness - Irving Heritage House, located at ning author, Tamara Erickson as Fiske Guide to Colleges as the “Best and SPI Inc. Simon Kidgits members are invited 303 South O’Connor, between the guest speaker at a luncheon at the Roman Catholic College south of Irving was well represented in to watch a special movie in Center hours of 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. Admis- Dallas Marriott Las Colinas, 223 W. Washington D.C.” and has been the Dallas Business Journal’s list Court 1 – 3 p.m. There will be cook- sion is free and tours are provided. Las Colinas Blvd. recognized as one of the best 50 of the highest paid women execu- ies and juice available, plus kids can Built in 1912, the Heritage House is Registration begins at 11 a.m. liberal arts colleges in the nation. tives of public companies. Irving register to win a family-four pack of a restored pioneer home. For infor- with lunch and program to follow UD has gained national notoriety honorees were: June McCutcheon- tickets to AMC 14 Theatres. After mation, call 972-252-3838 or visit the at 11:45 a.m. Cost to attend is $35 as a finalist for the George W. Bush FelCor Lodging Trust, Ellen the show, create a craft to take web site www.irvingheritage.com. for members of the Irving Chamber Presidential Library. O’Hara-EF Johnson, Jana Ahlfinger home. or affiliated event partners; $45 for Bell-EFJ Inc. The 10-story Atrium at Highpoint, which was recently acquired by San ExxonMobil, one of Irving’s four Diego-based Equastone, will be in- Fortune 500 headquartered compa- Police & Fire vesting $2 million into renovations nies, announced that Andy Swiger of the 223,500 sq. ft facility. Eco- will be replacing the retiring Philip nomic Development Investor, Dingle as president of Sudden death: 09-20-06 Officers Staffelbach Design Associates, will ExxonMobil’s Gas & Power Market- were sent to 900 block of Turtle oversee efforts to give the building ing Co. Richard Appleby has been Lake. There a 43 year old female Irving Fire Department a fresh look. Equastone will be re- named director of Americas opera- was found deceased with no ap- Activity summary Sept 21 - 27 naming the building Corporate tions by Irving-based Elcoteq. Sue parent cause of death. ID re- Point at Las Colinas. Bernard Jackson has been named senior sponded, CID was notified, and the Irving Fire Department responded to 256 incidents. Deaton and Kurt Cherry with PM vice president of the commercial ME responded and took custody The Fire incidents Medical calls Realty Group will lease the facility division of Fidelity National Title of the body. 72 Miscellaneous Fire 27 Major Accidents which is asking $16 per sq. ft. and Thalia Sarris Banowsky was and Rescue Calls 69 Major Medical named vice president of sales. Burglary of Vehicle/ Stolen Veh./ 5 Structure Fires 19 Heart Attacks Irving-based Kimberly-Clark Arrests: 09-24-06 at 4:15 p.m. An 0 Special Operations 24 Difficulty Breathing (NYSE:KMB) has announced plans Terry J. Cooper of Terry J. Cooper officer observed a vehicle de- 3 Vehicle Fires 39 Trauma Related to build an innovation center in Design & Consultation won first scribed in a broadcast as a suspect 18 CPR Situations South Korea. The South Korean place in Product Design or Special vehicle in several vehicle burglar- Comments: government is providing a $1.6 mil- Detail by the Texas Chapter of the ies that occurred around the south 9-23: Ambulances went into overload once. lion incentive package. The center American Society of Interior’s side of town. He checked the license 9-24: Ambulances went into overload twice. 9-27: Structure fire at 111 N Nursery required a 1 alarm assignment and a will be located on the campus of Legacy of Design Awards. Joan plate and learned the vehicle was hazardous materials response, incident under control in 1 hour and 28 min- Yuhan Research Institute and is Voeller of Hartman, partner in reported stolen. When he located utes. Ambulances went into overload four times. expected to open in 2007. Hartman, Leito & Bolt was named the vehicle, in the 1900 block of secretary of the Dallas/Fort Worth Estrada, it had been abandoned. 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Top per- be held February 1, 2007 at Bowie try submission deadlines this fall, and Lee Elementary School are the programs and initiatives, refer to the forming PTA units were Stipes El- Middle School. with judging to take place in early first food service department and ISF website at www.irvingisd.net/ ementary School, de Zavala Middle The fair is open to students in January. District winners will be an- school in the state to earn the pres- foundation. School, and MacArthur High grades PK-12. The categories are nounced Jan. 19. tigious Team Nutrition Silver School. as follows: animation, digitized For more information, contact School award from the U.S. Depart- Blind & Visually Impaired Sports video, digitized audio, digitally Lesley Carney, instructional tech- ment of Agriculture. Event Set for October 20-21 - More Planning Underway for Technology submitted photography, digital nology specialist at Britain Elemen- The Silver School designation than 200 athletes with visual impair- Media Fair - IISD librarians and in- graphics, desktop publishing, mul- tary School, at 972-554-3800 or is based on meeting specific and ments are expected to attend the structional technology specialists timedia user interactive/branching, [email protected], or refer to stringent student health criteria, eighth annual Sports Extravaganza met Sep. 21 to kick off activities in multimedia-linear, and website de- the Media Fair website at including a commitment by school for the Blind and Visually Impaired preparation for the district’s annual sign. www.irvingisd.net/mediafair. food service to serve school October 20-21 at Bowie Middle lunches that meet enhanced nutri- School, Irving High School, and tion standards. Nimitz High School. Author Visits Lamar Middle School In addition, Lee provided ex- The event is expected to attract tensive documentation of its com- students from 55 school districts mitment to student health and as far as Colorado and New Mexico. physical education. Activities will include goalball “We in the Food Service De- and various track and field events. partment are extremely pleased to The event is co-sponsored by the have been a part of helping IISD Region 10 Education Service Cen- and Lee Elementary to earn this ter (ESC) and Lions Clubs Interna- prestigious USDA national health tional Districts 2-X1 and 2-E2. award,” Michael Rosenberger, di- For information on the event rector of food service, said. or volunteer opportunities, visit the “Healthly students are often the event website at best students, and this award is www2.ednet10.net/ssvi/ notice that we are moving in the Sports_Extravaganza.htm. right direction toward ensuring our students are ready and prepared to Stipes’ Partner List Expands - learn.” Lowe’s Home Improvement and Irving Counter Top have been ISF Employee Campaign This added to the list of partners who Month - The Irving Schools Foun- will sign partnership agreements dation (ISF) is conducting its an- with Stipes Elementary School dur- nual Payroll Deduction Campaign ing a ceremony at the school. Oak Lamar Middle School recently hosted Gordon Korman, an author of young adult literature from Canada. in September, with the goal of in- View Baptist Church and Irving Korman encouraged students in grades 6-8 by sharing that his first novel, This Can’t Be Happening at Macdonald creasing the overall dollar amount Ambucs were previously an- Hall, was based on a seventh grade writing project when he was 14 years old. and the number of contributors. nounced partners. Each IISD employee should have received a payroll deduction New ISTV Schedule for High form. Completed forms should be School News - News updates from returned their campus coordinator. the four IISD high schools on Irv- Employees have the option of ing Schools Television (ISTV) are choosing a monthly payroll deduc- scheduled daily for the hours of 8 tion commencing in January 2007 a.m., 2 p.m., 6 p.m. and midnight. or making a one-time contribution. Irving High School news will ISF raised more than $118,000 last be shown the first quarter-hour, fol- year through contributions from lowed each quarter-hour by IISD employees. The goal set this MacArthur High School, Nimitz year by campus coordinators is to High School, and The Academy of raise $150,000 with 100 percent par- IISD. ticipation. ISTV can be seen on Time “The gift need not be large, but Warner Cable Channel 98 and more of us need to participate,” Verizon FiOS Channel 33. Superintendent Jack Singley said. “Every dime we give to the Irving PTA Council Reports Volunteer Schools Foundation comes back to Service Hours - The IISD Council our students and/or teachers in the of PTAs reports a total of 15,314 form of scholarships or grants to volunteer service hours during the teachers to purchase instructional months of May through August. materials not in the school’s bud- Elementary schools totaled 6,091, Page 4 September 28, 2006 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler YACFEST concert fills park with music and teens By Jess Paniszczyn Softball Complex, because we toos, caricatures and food. The around all day and watched other “We didn’t grade the bands Eight teen bands performed for wanted the kids to experience a kids had a good time. Even the par- bands perform, which is really neat. this year or name a winner. We just an audience of their peers during more concert atmosphere,” Ray ticipants in the bands enjoyed it The bands could be as loud as they wanted to expose the bands to the YACFEST/Battle of the Bands pre- Cerda, Community Programs Super- and look forward to us doing this want, because they were away from outdoors environment. Everybody sented the Lively Pointe Park Rec- visor, said. “The kids really enjoyed again next year. Some of the band residential areas. was a winner,” he said. reation Center in Trinity View Park it. The event was received very well. members from various bands hung on Sep. 23. We even had parents out there with “We moved the Battle of the their teens. I received nothing but Bands to the Trinity View Adult compliments. ElectionElection plannedplanned forfor NoNovembervember 77 “We had over 400 teens who Continued from page 1 Sales participated and came out to watch Proposition No. 8 - Public Safety Early voting dates and hours bara Bush Middle School, 505 Cow- the bands. We didn’t have quite the and Municipal Voice and Data Sys- are Oct. 23-27, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; boys Parkway. Representatives turnout I would have like to. But it tems, $25,000,000 Oct. 28, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Oct. Election day voting will take needed for spanish is going to continue to grow every Proposition No. 9 - Irving Veterans 29, from 1 to 6 p.m.; and Oct. 30- place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 7. Memorial Park, $3,000,000 Nov. 3, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Additional information about the publication in the year. The first part of the morning it rained and we weren’t sure we Proposition No. 10 - Infrastructure Residents can early vote at the bond election, including the offi- Irving area. would be able to have the event. Improvements for Economic and following locations: City Hall, 825 cial ballot language, is available on Local company Call As you know, the weather in Texas Business Development, $35,000,000 W. Irving Blvd.; Irving Arts Center, the city Web site at changes every five minutes. Proposition No. 11 - Senior Citizen 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.; and Bar- www.ci.irving.tx.us. 214-675-6493 “The event had a rock climb- Center, $10,000,000 ing wall, airbrushed temporary tat- CFB ISD ChamberChamber developsdevelops campaigncampaign Carrollton Masonic Lodge and C- and to support the Carrollton Carrollton, Texas 75011. For more FB ISD Ramble Together to Raise County Fair Association. information you may contact toto supporsupportt citycity bondbond electionelection Scholarships - The members of the Neighbors and citizens may be George Cael at 972-236-2885 or Provided by Chris Wallace sisting of direct mail pieces, yard Carrollton Masonic Lodge and the contacted by local students seek- [email protected]. You The Greater Irving-Las Colinas signs, and promotions through Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD (C- ing sponsors for the ramble. Local may also visit Chamber formed a registered Spe- news media – print and electronic FB ISD) are joining together to raise businesses may also be contacted www.carrolltonmasons.com for cific-Purpose Committee to imple- mediums. A speaker’s bureau has scholarship money for C-FB ISD by the Masons to solicit support more information. ment several campaign strategies also been established to make pre- high schools students through a for the ramble. to educate Irving voters about the sentations at local civic and neigh- junior/senior Ramble. “We strongly encourage the Special Evening TAKS Study importance of the proposed $335 borhood groups. The juniors and seniors from citizens of Carrollton to support our Classes - Special evening classes million bond package on the Nov. 7 The 17-member Committee is all four C-FB ISD high schools will students in this event,” George will be offered for any current stu- ballot. Early voting begins Oct. 23 chaired by Sharon Barbosa-Crain participate in a walk along the route Cael, Carrollton Masonic Lodge dent in Grades 11 or 12 needing and ends Nov. 3 (log onto and John Danish serves as trea- of the Carrollton Country Fair Pa- Senior Warden, said. “This is a additional help with TAKS. Math www.ci.irving.tx.us for polling loca- surer. For more information on how rade on Oct. 21. The walk will begin community building project. Com- and ELA classes will meet on Mon./ tions and times). you can assist with the campaign 8:30 a.m. and will precede the munity is the spirit of the people Wed. and Science and Social Stud- The For Irving’s Future Com- contact Chris Wallace at the Cham- Carrollton Country Fair Parade. that live in the community.” ies will meet on Tue./Thurs. All ses- mittee is managing a campaign con- ber at 214.217.8484 or The money raised from the Donations may be sent to sions will be held at Newman Smith [email protected]. walk will be used as scholarships Carrollton Masonic Lodge #1400 High School, 235 North Josey Lane, for all four C-FB ISD high schools Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 110007, Carrollton. TAAS classes are also available. Students who need additional information should contact Zelene The DFW Humane Society Lovitt at 972-968-6511. Newman Smith High School Offer- Animals Presently Residing ing Classes for Parents - Newman Smith High School is coordinating an ESL for Newman Smith Parents Homer Neptune program. The classes are held ev- Breed Breed ery Tues. from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Basset Mix DLH the school’s Community Room. The Sex Sex Male / Neutered Male / Neutered purpose of the program is to assist Weight Weight in the development of English lan- About 40 lbs. About 9 lbs. guage skills for adults. Age Comments: Age Comments: NSHS’s Spanish teachers 3-4 Years Homer is a sweet About 1 year Neptune is very Color and he would like Color Carol Stacy and Laura Moseley are sweet. She would Black a home where he B & W the instructors. The school will be- like a home Reason for can be the only Reason for gin its Parent Math Class (Algebra where she is the Surrender: pet. He is a loving Surrender only cat to run 1) program on Sep. 25 from 6 to 9 Recently dog and likes to Didn’t want to around and play. Abandoned play. scoop litter box p.m. in the Community Room. Newman Smith Assistant Principal Timothy Isley, who is a certified The DFW Humane Society math teacher, is the instructor for 1611 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, Texas 75061 the popular program. The Parent Math Class started last school year. 972-253-3333 Newman Smith parents who are interested in these classes should contact the school at 972-968-5200.

R. L. Turner’s FFA Annual Meat Sale Underway - The R.L Turner FFA’s annual fall meat sale is un- derway through Oct. 16. The sale offers a variety of top quality meats. All orders must be accom- Stemmons foundation pledges $100,000 annual panied with an order form payment, matching funds grant for each of the next five years. checks should be payable to the R. “We are raising funds to build a new shelter; named Corky’s L. Turner FFA. Please include your Cottage. Corky’s Cottage is going to be about 10,000 square driver’s license number and phone foot facility. We bought 2.2 acres adjacent to our current facility. number on the check. We have done all of the architectural renderings, everything is An R. L. Turner FFA member done for the new facility; now comes the hard part, raising the will call each customer when the $2.4 million that we need to get it up and running,” meat is ready to pick up at the Darryn Pope, the D/FW Humane Society board president. school, 1600 Josey Lane, Carrollton. Anyone with questions Every dollar you send is worth two dollars with the should contact Shannon Luttrell or grant. Garrett Goen 972-968-5544 or e- mail: [email protected]. The Irving Rambler 214-675-6493 September 28, 2006 Page 5 Mungles All the great actors in All the King’s Men, on Movies couldn’t salvage a story line written so thin By Matt Mungle tures is now releasing All the King’s it almost works. the storyline doesn’t stay focused the dollar show. But opening week- Title: All the King’s Men Men, a remake of the Oscar win- All the King’s Men is based on nearly enough on Willie Starks. end? Other things better suited I Rated: PG-13 ning best picture of 1949. But be- the Robert Penn Warren novel that Naturally he is the underlining am sure. Should there be a rule in Hol- ware the curse of the huge mega details the life of populist South- theme to all the subplots but there All the King’s Men is rated PG- lywood that great movies are not star ensemble. More than 5 big erner Willie Stark, a political crea- are too many side characters that 13 for an intense sequence of vio- to be remade? Not sure myself. names in a film many times spells ture loosely centered on Governor never get a chance to breath. So lence, sexual content and partial Oceans 11 was fabulous, though disaster. As if they are trying to Huey Long of Louisiana. In this lat- what happens is you have 2 hours nudity. The sex is implied in the 12 should have been left in the can. cover up the lack of writing and est version, Stark is played bril- of film stretched thin trying to get context of infidelity and the partial Psycho was just as creepy with story line with dazzling perfor- liantly by Sean Penn. Love him or everything covered. This makes for nudity is arty and for many would Vince Vaughn but still not even mances so we won’t notice the bad hate him, you can’t deny Penn’s a very long and very shallow movie, fall under the radar. The violence is close to the original. Columbia Pic- writing and zero story line. This time talent as an actor. He becomes pos- which is a shame with a character minimal and limited to one maybe sessed by the character he is play- like Stark and Penn’s performance two brief scenes. All in all I have a ing, and it takes over his whole be- of him. hard time giving this a rating. If it Margaret’s Corner ing. The result is one riveting ac- Should you see this film? That were on acting alone it would be complishment after another. His is the question right? Isn’t that why very high, but for an overall movie, Hi Irving! The checklists and tool kits performance as the man for the com- you read reviews, to see if it is worth I would have to give it a really thin The that are on these websites are in- moner makes you forget that Stark spending your hard earned dough 3 out of 5. With a look at All the upcoming elec- valuable and can definitely give is fictional to the point he could run on? If you can sit through two King’s Men, I’m Matt Mungle. tion has 11 you a running start to making an for office tomorrow. hours of great performances with propositions. After emergency plan for both your fam- Thrown in for good measure little or no imagination. Yes. If you quick study, I’m ily and business. I pray this is never Matt is a member of the North Texas are lesser known names like Judd watch a movie for performance Film Critics Association (NTFCA) convinced that needed, however being prepared is Law, Mark Ruffalo, Kate Winslet, alone. Yes. If you want a riveting and hosts the weekly syndicated Indie they are all very the wise thing to do. Patricia Clarkson, James Gandolfini, movie with twists and turns and Rock Radio Show Spin 180. Plus with his wife Cindy they do a weekly radio important and necessary. It’s great Attend Church Sunday. and Anthony Hopkins. And as ex- high energy? No. If you are ADD in to know that at least for now, we God Bless You. feature, The Mungles on Movies. For pected they all truly earn their pay- any way. Big No. But catch it some- additional reviews and interview clips will not have a tax in- check on this one. Problem is that time, even on a rainy Saturday at visit www.mungleshow.com. crease. Progress is a must if we want our young folks to have a bet- ter future, so get out and vote. Remember Oct. 10 is the last day to register to vote in the Nov. 7 election. Did you know that September is National Preparedness month? According to the website www.ready.gov, there is “a nation- wide effort to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, busi- nesses and schools,” sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security. It is part of their Ready Campaign, which is “designed to educate and empower Americans to prepare for and respond to emer- gencies, including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks.” The campaign focuses on getting an emergency supply kit, having an emergency plan and being informed about the different kinds of emer- gencies that could happen in your area. These three steps are the foun- dation of the Ready Campaign. We can avoid major headaches by be- ing prepared for calamity, whether it’s a natural or man-made disaster. For more information on the Ready Campaign see www.ready.gov. It is not only important for us to have an emergency plan for our families, but also for our businesses. A recent Small Busi- ness survey found that 75% of small businesses do not have an infor- mation security plan. Many small businesses should take steps to prepare for a range of situations. The Ad Council did a survey in October 2005; found that 38% said that they had an emergency plan for their company. Only 59% as- sessed their own business to be prepared for a disaster. Don’t hesi- tate to protect your business. For the free downloadable program en- titled Security and Privacy Made Simpler see www.bbb.org\securityandprivacy. Also, the preparedness for businesses information is on www.ready.gov\business\index.html.

Margaret Lopez is an indepen- dent writer for the Irving Rambler. An Irving resident for more than 12 years, she and her husband have been married for more than 39 years and have four daughters and four grandsons Page 6 September 28, 2006 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler

Is that worth THIS in our neighborhoods? Vintage base ball recalls another era

The Irving Public Library and other and two local teams, or the Irving Parks and Recreation De- “nines.” partment have partnered with the “Nineteenth and early twenti- Estelle Heritage Society to bring eth century base ball matches pro- vintage base ball to Lively Park, 909 vided people from different towns N. O’Connor Road, at 11 a.m. Oct. and neighboring farms with the 7. The public is invited to attend. chance to mingle and participate in “We’re happy to bring vintage friendly rivalries,” Jan Hart, archi- base ball to Irving,” Michael vist at the Irving Public Library, Hickey, coach of the Montgomery said. “Former residents of Estelle College Saw Dogs, said. “This is a recall games between teams from great opportunity for families to the small communities in this area spend time together. They can have in the 1920s and 30s.” Vote NO to Malt Liquor, fun watching the game and learn The Estelle Heritage Society more about the history of the sport.” was organized in 2002 to recognize Beer & Wine Sales NOV 7 Following the customs of an the Estelle community and estab- earlier period, the players, called lish a historical park on its former “ballists,” will recreate the game school grounds in west central Irv- What does Irving get for that PENNY? based on 1860 rules. ing. Settlement in the area began in “The game was a little differ- the 1850s. Estelle grew to become a Convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, drive up beer ent back then,” Hickey said. “The shipping point for cotton, wheat windows, and even dollar stores selling malt liquor, beer and wine. ballists used their bare hands and and feed corn en route to Grape- nobody wore protective gear. The vine and Dallas. It had a post of- What Irving’s Deputy City Attorney reported to the City Council in July pitcher, called a hurler, threw un- fice, steam cotton gin, two derhand. There was only one um- churches, a blacksmith, two doc- 2004 is still true today: pire and he didn’t call balls.” tors and a school. Irving annexed The City CANNOT limit malt liquor, beer and wine sales to just The tournament, which was Estelle in 1968. grocery stores – convenience stores, gas stations, dollar stores and known as a “festival” in its earlier The Irving Archives collects drive up beer windows must be allowed; days, brings the Montgomery Col- and preserves the history of Irv- lege Saw Dogs and the Buffalo Gap ing, its residents and communities Chips to compete against each that became part of Irving. Call (972) The City CANNOT place any distance requirements between retail 721-3729 for more information. alcohol outlets and your home;

The City CANNOT ban drive up beer windows or beer porches; and Rally to offer financial assistance for

The City CANNOT limit the number or concentration of malt liquor, evicted residents of Villa Martinique beer, and wine outlets. The Salvation Army will hold a are Hispanic, Spanish translators rally for displaced residents of the will be on hand. Lacking the ability to regulate alcohol outlets Irving will quickly evolve Villa Martinique apartments in Irv- The Salvation Army is provid- into what you see in Dallas at Skillman/Abrams, the bikini beer bars on ing at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. ing up to $200 on behalf of the Irv- Webb Chapel or Grand Prairie on Jefferson Blvd. The DMN recently reported 21, at The Salvation Army, 250 E. ing Poverty and Homeless Coali- that Carrollton citizens have discovered that there is nothing that can be Grauwyler Road. Residents will tion, which includes the city of Irv- done to prevent the heavy concentration of alcohol outlets popping up meet with caseworkers to get finan- ing Housing and Human Services even around daycare centers. Studies have shown that these heavy cial assistance to help them relo- Dept., Irving Cares, the Urban concentrations of convenience stores, drive up beer windows and beer barns cate into new homes. League, Irving ISD, and others. selling malt liquor and beer attract vagrants, loiterers, the homeless, and According to a media advi- Representatives from these agen- criminal activity. Malt liquor (known on the street as “liquid crack”) ha twice sory, 118 families are being evicted cies will also participate, as will the alcohol content of beer at half the cost and is the drink of choice for because the city of Irving has con- agents from apartment complexes demned the apartment complex. who are offering special move-in these groups. Story. Since most of the residents rates for the evicted residents. There are already over 125 existing retail outlets that would be allowed to sell malt liquor, beer and wine, primarily concentrated in Central and South Irving. Proponents of alcohol sales would like you to believe that Irving needs the sale of malt liquor, beer and wine to offset the revenue from losing the Dallas Cowboys. Nothing could be further from the truth. Development proposals are currently being submitted which will result in more than a billion dollars of development and generate substantial year round tax revenues. Family Dining Homestyle Cooking Vote NO to Preserve YOUR Neighborhood. All You Can Eat Food Bar After 5 p.m. 3 Early Voting Locations: Lite-eaters Selection City Hall 825 West Irving Blvd. Irving Arts Center 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. Barbara Bush Middle School 505 Cowboys Pkwy. “““WhereWhere IrvingIrving MeetsMeets && EatsEats””” Early Voting Dates: Monday through Friday Oct. 23 – Oct 27, 2006 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 425 W. Irving Blvd. at O’Connor Saturday, Oct. 28 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. BREAKFAST SPECIALS Sunday, Oct. from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. LUNCH For Take Out Call EVERY Monday through Friday, Oct. 30 – Nov. 3, 2006 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. DINNER (972) 253-7335 DAY! Hours: Mon. - Fri. 5:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat. 5:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sun. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Serving Irving For Over 35 Years Visit Our Other Locations at Visit our Website to get all of the facts at www.IrvingFirst.org. Pol. Adv. paid for by ICCC, Anold Martin, Treasurer 5912 Denton Hwy., Watauga, TX Metro (817) 498-7079 And our new location at ReadRead thethe newspapernewspaper onlineonline 310 Mitchell Rd., Mansfield, TX Metro (817) 477-3383 atat www.irwww.irvingrambler.comvingrambler.com IN GOD WE TRUST The Irving Rambler 214-675-6493 September 28, 2006 Page 7 Child’s artwork turns construction wall into artist’s canvas

Provided by growth and change, will accom- dedicated exclusively to the com- Jessica pany her photo and name on the prehensive care of children from Chapman construction wall until the tower’s birth to age 18, Children’s provides Irving completion. Joy is a second-grader patient care ranging from simple eye resident Joy at The Hockaday School. exams to specialized treatment in Nesbitt, 8, re- Children’s Medical Center Dal- areas such as heart disease, hema- cently wielded las is private, not-for-profit, and is tology-oncology and cystic a shovel and one of the largest pediatric fibrosis. Children’s is the only des- helped execu- healthcare providers in the ignated Level I trauma center for tives at nation. As the only academic pediatrics in the Southwest. Joy Nesbitt’s artwork The One for Joy to decorate construction site. Children’s healthcare facility in North Texas Medical Center Dallas break ground on the hospital’s latest construc- Oak Haven United Methodist Church North Lake students tion project - an eight-floor, 309,401- “Little Country church in the city” square-foot tower that will serve as the hospital’s new front Sunday School - 9:45 promote Day of Peace door. When completed in early Services - 10:45 2009, Children’s will face Motor Pastor, Linda Marcum Provided by Janis Browning in the ground. On Sep. 21, the stu- Street, allowing for easier access for Students in the North Lake dents planted the pinwheels in the patients and their families. Web: oakhavenumc.org College Phi Theta Kappa honor school yard. The project caught on But while construction is tak- 1600 N. Irving Heights Dr. society, Alpha Zeta Eta chapter, are and across Florida and other U.S. ing place, Joy is helping camouflage 972-438-1431 petitioning the Irving City Council locations; the pinwheels represent the construction site with art. She Irving, Texas 75061 to recognize September 21 and the the Day of Peace. Maegen Vogt, Vice provided a drawing that decorates city’s official “Day of Peace.” To President of Alpha Zeta Eta, the eight-foot-tall wall surrounding Reach your customers mark the occasion, the students are brought the project to the college. the site. Her design, which depicts The Irving Rambler 214.675.6493 proposing that the city adopt the North Lake provided pencils ‘Pinwheels for Peace” project. for the Irving Independent School “Pinwheels for Peace” started District to be used for the pinwheel in Florida by two art teachers. Their project. The City of Coppell was students wrote what peace meant also approached to participate. Stu- to them on the back of a pinwheel dents presented a pinwheel plac- design, cut out the pinwheel and ing ceremony at North Lake Col- mounted it on a pencil for planting lege on Sep. 21.

Planting pinwheels is a better pursuit for college students, Leena Shrestha, Nilam Patel and Rita Bregola, than swallowing live goldfish. Sandy Cash honored at reception The City of Irving hosted a re- Cash received a Bachelor of ception to honor Sandy Cash for Science degree from East Texas his 29 years of service on Sep. 27. State University (later Texas A&M Mr. Cash’s retirement is effective Commerce) in 1976 and a master’s Sep. 30. degree in public administration in Cash joined the City of Irving 1978. He attended the Public Execu- in August 1977 as an administra- tive Institute, Lyndon B. Johnson tive intern for the Department of School of Public Affairs, University Traffic and Transportation, a posi- of Texas – Austin in 1986. tion he held eight months before Cash is married to Kathryn, his being promoted to planning coor- wife of almost 34 years, who is an dinator for Community Develop- elementary school teacher at ment. In May 1980, he was trans- Carrollton Christian Academy. They ferred to the City Manager’s Office, have a daughter, Alison, who is also where he has held the positions of a teacher. She teaches freshman and administrative assistant, assistant sophomore English for the Garland to the city manager, deputy city Independent School District. manager, and acting city manager. Since January 1994, he has served as chief operating officer of the city. During his tenure, Cash helped oversee several high-profile projects including the Lake Chapman Water Supply Project, the water reuse agreement with the Trin- ity River Authority, acquisitions of right-of-way and subsequent con- struction of State Highway 161, routine aesthetic improvements to infrastructure projects, approvals for many new transit-related facili- ties throughout the city, the new service center on Valley View Lane, the agreement with the Dallas Cow- boys for the future of Texas Sta- Bidding friends and colleagues a dium, and bringing the city through fond farewell, Lana Riley (rt) says difficult financial times after 9/11. goodbye to Sandy Cash during a reception in his honor. Page 8 September 28, 2006 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler SENIOR NEWS Healthcare Foundation phonathon rings up historic success Provided by Sarah White The $33,000 in community gifts the heart called arrhythmias. 4,000-pound electromagnets posi- “We are, once again, awed and Irving Healthcare Foundation’s will be matched by a challenge grant Arrhythmias occur when “com- tioned on either side of a catheter- inspired by the generosity of recent and first-ever phonathon from the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foun- mander” cells in the heart fail to ization table. Specialized cardiolo- people from not only Irving, but raised more than $33,000 for a new dation of Tulsa. Proceeds from the send electrical charges that creates gists, or electrophysiologists, ad- also Coppell, Grand Prairie, Hurst, heart lab at Baylor Medical Center phonathon and match are part of a normal heartbeat. When this hap- just these external mega-magnets Euless, Bedford and other commu- at Irving. In addition, more first-time the $1.2 million that IHF has raised pens, “mutineer” cells can begin fir- to remotely steer specially-tipped nities,” IHF President John Drake donors contributed through the for the new cardiovascular treat- ing and thereby create irregular catheters that they have inserted said. “All of the fundraising phonathon than to any single ef- ment lab. To reach its philanthropic heartbeats. into a patient’s heart and destroy progress we’ve been privileged to fort during the last 20 years. goal of $2 million, the foundation is Baylor Irving’s new lab will problem cells. With Niobe, cath- make toward securing this new “We are so proud to announce seeking $800,000 more before Dec. house a treatment device called eters can easily navigate turns of heart lab reiterates that philan- that of the 600 appreciated total gifts 31, 2006. Niobe, which is manufactured by up to 120 degrees in any direction thropy is a vitally important. It’s one secured through the phonathon, When it opens in January 2007, St. Louis-based Stereotaxis, Inc. to reach problem cells within the of the best ways to ensure that 573 people made their very first con- the new cardiovascular treatment Niobe is the first and only magnetic heart. This new equipment will dra- Baylor Irving is there and equipped tributions,” IHF Chair Angela lab at Baylor Irving will house a catheter and guidewire system of matically reduce procedure times to care for us if ever we or those we Enright said. “New contributors are magnetic catheter system—the first its kind in the world. It uses two and exposure to radiation for both love need it.” so important to our ongoing efforts, of its kind in North Texas and one the patient and the medical staff. and it is such an honor to welcome of 45 in the world—that will treat them.” and cure electrical abnormalities in Seniors’ votes will count on November 7 Provided by Matt McLoughlin Congressional Quarterly and may tion include combating elder abuse- DotDot SmithSmith receivesreceives HighHigh Consider have voters aged 65 or over cast- in the forms of fraud and identity * Fifty-three percent of registered ing 25 percent or more of the bal- theft; expanding states’ budgeting voters age 65 or older say they’re lots. for senior-care to allow indepen- likely to vote Democratic on Nov. * An August Gallup Poll cites that dent living; and ensuring the proper SpiritedSpirited CitizenCitizen designationdesignation 7, according to a September 2006 Democrats have a 14+ point lead licensing of senior care agencies/ Gallup Poll. over Republicans. The issues im- facilities and responsible hiring The City of Irving honored 36- Services of the Southwest, and a * Seventy-two percent of seniors portant to seniors during this elec- practices. year Irving resident, Dot Smith, with life member of state and national (ages 65-74) voted in 2000, the high- the High Spirited Citizen award for PTAs. She has also given one week est percentage of all age groups, her dedicated service to her com- to supervise crafts and first aid ser- according to the U.S. Census munity, her church and the children vices at Goddard Youth Camp each Bureau. An August Harris Poll cited at Townley Elementary School. of the last 21 summers. that, during the 2002 election, sixty- Mayor Herbert Gears pre- Smith’s late husband was one percent of seniors voted (lower sented the award to Smith who has Lloyd Smith. She has three children number attributed to midterm elec- directed the CHAMPS after-school and five grandchildren. tion) while making up only sixteen program at Townley for the last 10 percent of the voting age, and thirty- years and will retire from that role four percent of those under 65 years after this school year. old voted. CHAMPS is for students of * For the first time, seniors are us- low-income families run entirely by ing the Internet to openly debate volunteers. Smith and her team care political issues, and organize them- for 20 to 25 students every after- selves politically. Indeed, more than noon from 2:45 to 5:30 p.m. at South 14 million older Americans are go- MacArthur Church of Christ, pro- ing online to learn and discuss the viding structure, tutoring, snacks, short-term concerns facing seniors, nurturing, consistency, compas- as well as the long-term issues sion and love. passed down to their children and Smith is also a foster parent, a grandchildren, according to a May Bible school teacher, a member of Dot Smith receives High Spirited 2006 Harris Poll. the Women’s Auxiliary of Christian Citizen award. * An August Harris Poll identified seven competitive Senate and 22 competitive House races in which seniors could play a key role. These are races that have been designated as either a “toss up” or a “leaner” by The Cook Political Report or Why is everyone reading The Irving Rambler? Find out what is happening in your community. 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DUC VAN NGUYEN DAVID GUERRERO, JR their wings off with your wonder- Duc David Guerrero, Jr., of Irving, ful humor. Leroy, your beloved pet, Van Nguyen, passed away September 21, 2006. is waiting for you at The Rainbow age 78, a resi- He was born December 16, 1969 in Bridge. We love you and miss you dent of Grand Dallas. already. Prairie for 14 Survivors include his father Graveside services were held Irving’s oldest funeral home years formerly David Guerrero, Sr.; sons David Sep. 27 at Oak Grove Memorial Gar- We Provide The Personal Touch of Vietnam, died Guerrero, III and wife Marlen and dens. In lieu of flowers please make September 25, Ray Martinez, both of Irving; step- any donations in Dave’s name to David & Carla Davis, 2006 in Irving. Born May 18, 1928 daughter Adriana Gomez of Dallas; the local SPCA, The Diabetes Owners & Licenced Funeral Directors in Nam Dinh, Vietnam to Vien Van and 1 grandchild. Foundation, or the American Heart and Hoa Thi Ngo, he was a member A Rosary was held Sep. 24 at Assoc. of St. Joseph Vietnamese Catholic Brown’s Memorial Chapel. Mass of 129 S. O’Connor Church in Grand Prairie. Christian Burial was celebrated JANET MARTIN Irving, TX 75060 972-259-7644 Duc was preceded in death by Sep. 25 at Brown’s Memorial Chapel Janet his wife, Ho Thi Nguyen; daughter, with Father Francisco Orozco as Martin, of Irv- Dung Nguyen; and son, Tam Celebrant. ing, passed children; and 3 great grandchildren. Figueroa as celebrant. Interment Nguyen. Survivors include his chil- away September Inurnment services took place followed at Oak Grove Memorial dren, Thanh Nguyen of Grand Prai- DAVE MULHEREN 24, 2006. Sep. 29 at DFW National Cemetery, Gardens. rie, Benjamin Nguyen and Huong Our She Dallas. Nguyen, both of Irving, Lien light burned out was born Oct. 5, SUN CHONG CHO Nguyen of Grand Prairie, Loan when Betty’s 1925 in Atlanta, ELIGIO DE LA GARZA JR Sun Nguyen of Irving, Ngoc Nguyen of husband and GA. She was a member of Plymouth Eligio Chong Cho, of Grand Prairie and Hoang Nguyen our Dad, Dave Park Baptist Church and a member De La Garza, Jr., Irving passed of Sachse; several grandchildren; Mulheren, 74 of the Joy Sr. Group, and a member of Irving, away September four great-grandchildren; brother, passed away on of Evergreen at First Baptist passed away 17, 2006. Khai Nguyen of Vietnam; sisters, September 24, Church. Janet was a past president September 26, She Chich Ngo, Chi Ngo and Tam Ngo, 2006. Our sor- of Irving PTAs and was also a life 2006. was born July all of Vietnam. row will be replaced with laughter member. She was a member of the He was 22, 1922 in Viewing was Friday at the fu- when we meet again in heaven. 20th Century Book Club, a volun- born April 20, Seoul, Korea. She was a member of neral home. Rosary was recited Fri- Preceded in death by his lov- teer with Caring Hearts at Baylor- 1932 in the Korean Central UMC and loved day at Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral ing Dada, who was Dave’s great Irving, and a member of the Irving Weslaco, TX. He was a member of gardening and going to church. Home Chapel. Mass of Christian grandfather. Dada raised Dave from Sr. Arts Program. St. Luke Catholic Church, Irving, a Survivors include her grand- Burial 10:00 a.m. Sep. 30 at St. Jo- an infant until he was adopted by Preceded in death by her hus- member of the Knights of Colum- daughter Judy Rodriguez; 1 grand- seph Vietnamese Catholic Church, Raymond Mulheren at age 7. He is band John Laurin Martin in1958, bus, and a US Army veteran. child; and 2 great grandchildren. 1902 South Beltline Road, Grand also preceded in death by his survivors include her son John Preceded in death by his wife Brown’s Memorial Funeral Home Prairie. Interment to follow at Moore mother Grayce Mulheren. Dave Martin and wife Sue Ellen of Soledad De La Garza in 2002, survi- assisted the family. Memorial Gardens in Arlington. Ser- served in the U.S. Air Force as a Carrollton; daughters Ginger Coats vors include sons Eligio George De vices under the direction of flight instructor. He was a well-es- and husband Chuck of Irving, and La Garza of Irving, Jesse De La Garza EVERETT WESLEY DICKEY Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home. tablished businessman and a “jack Claire Bischofhausen and husband of Dallas, Jose “Opie” De La Garza Everett of all trades”. Dave was Richard, also of Irving; sister Gin of Richardson, and Joel De La Garza Wesley Dickey, also a Mason. Schenk of Groton, Connecticut; and Michael De La Garza, both of of Irving, He is survived grandchildren Denise and Mark Arlington; daughter Isabel Burke passed away by his loving wife of 54 Parsons, Michael Bischofhausen, of Arlington; brother Hector De La September 25, years, Betty Mulheren; Michelle Jay and Jonathan Martin. Garza of California; sister Beulah 2006. He was children David R. The family received friends Sanchez, of Weslaco; brother-in- born Aug. 20, Mulheren, Jr., Marilyn Thursday at the funeral home. law Ignacio Elizondo; nieces and 1926 in Liberal, Yarbrough, Vanita Atkins, Graveside services were Sep. 29 at nephews Ignacio Elizondo, Jr. and MO. and Brian Mulheren; Crown Hill Memorial Park, Dallas. wife Debbie of Irving and their five Survivors include his wife grandchildren David R. A memorial service followed at Ply- children, Carolina Elizondo Sidhu Doris Dickey of Irving; sons Mulheren, III, Randi mouth Park Baptist Church with and husband Paul of Parker, TN and Michael Dickey and wife Michele Mulheren, Natalie Rev. Ken Branam officiating. their three children, Maria Elizondo of Old Lyme, CT and David Dickey Yarbrough, and Katie and Simon Turnbull of Allen, TX and wife Sandy of Colleyville; Atkins; two brothers; one WILLIAM NELS MILLER and her three children, Maria Isabel daughter Dolores Dickey of Irving; sister; and his two son- William Nels Miller, of Irving, Elizondo of McKinney, Lydia and granddaughter Lauren Dickey. in-laws that he consid- passed away September 10, 2006. Elizondo of Edinburg, TX and her A prayer service was held ered his sons. He was born December 22, 1920 in son, and Erica Elizondo of San An- Wednesday at Brown’s Memorial Dad, we know Gary, IN. tonio; and 8 grandchildren. Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial you and Dada are work- Survivors include his wife A Rosary was held Friday at was celebrated Sep. 28 at Holy Fam- ing on a big project to- Freda Miller of Irving; son Robert Brown’s Memorial Chapel. Mass of ily of Nazareth Catholic Church with gether. We’re sure you Miller of Chicago, IL; daughter Christian Burial will celebrated at Father Jerry Duesman as officiant. have the angels laughing Beth Watkins of Irving; 3 grand 11:00 a.m. Sep. 30 at St. Luke Catho- Interment followed at DFW Na- lic Church with Father Jose tional Cemetery. ContinuingContinuing TheThe TraditionTradition “The Right Choice for Over 50 Years.”

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It’s still not known who observed, “Of course, there have been many theories re- all the ways of paying for a thing, cash is the garding the empire’s decline, but one of the cheapest.” more interesting ones centers on the water supply. Rome was dependent on a vast sys- The world’s largest species of flower, the tem of aqueducts to bring in the water needed titan arum, has a lifespan of 40 years and can to supply the population. The aqueducts, reach up to 18 feet in height. It only blooms a however, were lined with lead, which has led By Samantha Weaver few times over its life, but it’s quite an event some researchers to speculate that the Ro- when a flower emerges. In order to attract mans slowly went mad. It’s been reported that the Tasmanian insects for pollination, the bloom emits an Thought for the Day devil can consume up to 40 percent of its odor that’s been likened to that of rotting “Youth is a wonderful thing. What a crime to body weight in half an hour. In human terms, flesh. Perhaps unsurprisingly, then, another waste it on children.” — George Bernard that would be the equivalent of an adult eat- name for the plant is “corpse flower.” Shaw ing 50 pounds of beef at one sitting. By itself, California constitutes the (c) 2005 King Features Synd., Inc. Actor Roger Bowen played the role of world’s fifth-largest Lt. Colonel Henry Blake in the 1970 film ver- economy. sion of “M*A*S*H”; actor McLean Stevenson portrayed the same character in Though Rome the long-running TV series. In a weird coin- didn’t sink into pow- cidence, they died within one day of each erlessness all at once, other — Stevenson on Feb. 15, 1996 and the date usually Bowen on Feb. 16, 1996 — and from the same given by historians ailment: a heart attack. to the fall of Rome is Aug. 28, 474 A.D. Of

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Salvation Army’s DFW Metroplex will expand English as a Second Dallas area read below the high “Literacy is one of Verizon’s Students are tested in listening, Command, said. “One of the most Language (ESL) programs at the school literacy level, according to major funding priorities due to its reading, writing, and conversational important things we can do as a organization’s community center in the Dallas County Adult Literacy enormous impact on education, skills. The impact of the program society is to create as many oppor- Irving, and 12 other Salvation Army Council. In addition, 47% of adults economic development, and the will also be tracked by monitoring tunities as possible for our citizens community centers across the over the age of 16 living in Dallas digital divide,” Banta said. “The the number of students who com- to get the necessary skills to get metroplex. The project, which be- County are “without a sufficient Salvation Army is meeting the plete the program, as well as the and keep a job. That way we give gins the first week of October, will foundation of basic [reading] skills community’s literacy needs, and number of people who gain em- them infinitely more than temporal help adults learn and improve their to function successfully in our so- Verizon is pleased to partner with ployment or advance in their cur- resources to meet the concerns of English and reading skills, thus ciety,” according to the 2002 United them through this grant.” rent careers upon completion. the moment. We empower them to helping them function more suc- Way Needs Assessment. In fact, in Classes will occur once or “If there’s one key to getting rise to a better place in life and to cessfully in society and become North Texas more than 40% of His- twice a week for up to two hours out of poverty, it’s not money, it’s stay there.” productive citizens. panics are not high school gradu- per session. The curriculum con- not position, and it’s not home own- The Salvation Army has pro- ates. Also, the large number of im- vided services in Irving for 10 years, migrants without a high school di- aiding individuals with basic ploma or equivalent contributes to Expo helps walkers ready for three day event needs, such as food, clothing, fi- the low overall education level in Expo helps walkers ready for three day event nancial assistance, youth pro- the Dallas area. In preparation for the Oct. 27 – what kinds of snacks and drinks ticipate in the 3-Day. grams, and a day care. By offering “Far too many adults in Dal- 29 Breast Cancer 3-Day, a 60 mile they will have on the walk. We have “The only reason I am doing an adult literacy program to low- las, Denton, and Collin counties are walk benefiting the Susan G. Komen an area where people can see the the 3-Day is basically because I can. income families, the charitable or- unable to read, write, or speak En- Breast Cancer Foundation, National kinds of tents they will be using. Nobody in my family has ever been Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Walkers sleep two people to a tent diagnosed with breast cancer. But I Fund and community outreach pro- and the tents are six feet by six feet. am young and want a way to be New Patient Special grams, an expo was hosted at The People can learn how to put the able to help others who have breast $49.00 Academy on Sep. 9. Prospective tents up. That way after walking 20 cancer or may get breast cancer in Initial Exam, Cleaning & walkers spoke with coaches, at- plus miles the first day, they can go the future. Hopefully they will find Necessary X-Rays tended workshops and learned back to camp and know how to set a cure for it. If you can find a cure New Patients Only Without more about the Breast Cancer 3-Day. the tents up. for breast cancer, you can find a Dental Insurance “We have walkers, potential Like all walkers, Ms. Langley cure for any cancer,” she said. walkers and even donors attend the has found her own reason to par- expo and learn about the three day Byron L. Mitchell, DDS FREE event,” Rebecca Langley, team cap- Take Home Teeth Cosmetic & tain for the Royce City Rebels, said. Whitening General Dentistry “We have a booth on fundraising With Cleaning, Exam & X-Rays where we are giving fundraising New Patients Only With Dental 972-717-1100 Insurance ideas, because everybody has to raise a minimum of $2,200. 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