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Comics Page 9 Composer nominated THIS Classifieds Page 9 Homeschool team Obituaries Page 8 for award readies robot Police & Fire Page 2 WEEK Puzzles Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Irving firefighters prepare to take on the world By Jess Paniszczyn The Irving Fire Combat Challenge Team is hard at work preparing to represent Irving firefighters in in- ternational competition. An eighth place finish in Tyler qualified the team to advance to world competi- tion in Las Vegas, NV from Nov. 7 - 11. “At one time, the Irving Fire De- partment was the number two team in the world back in the early 90s,” team captain, David Dunafan, said. “As the guys got older, they stopped competing. I think the last year they competed was 1995. “Our current team, Bob Klassen, Guy Nichols, Chris Tull, Jason Darrow, Paul Wooten and Shane Peach, started training in July for our first competition, which was in Tyler. Bob Klassen, who was the first guy ever to break two minutes in the competition back in 1992, fin- ished seventh in the over 40 com- petition in Tyler. “We are a little shocked that we qualified for world competition our first year out. I think this team re- flects very well on the Irving Fire Department. There are 278,000 paid, professional firemen in the United States. Only about 150 to 200 people have qualified for the Las The competition gets heated as an Irving firefighter (lft) hoists a hose to the top of a five story tower. After a great showing in Tyler, the Irving Fire Vegas competition and five of them are from Irving. So that is a pretty Combat Challenge Team took eighth place and will advance to international competition in Las Vegas, NV. elite group,” he said. story tower. You run up the stairs down the stairs. At the bottom, you slalom formation. Grab a fire hose 175 lb. dummy backwards 100 ft. to “The challenge starts with the com- carrying a 42 lb. high rise pack. Once move a 160 lb. sled five ft. with a 9 and run 75 ft. before shooting a tar- the finish line. petitor wearing full bunker gear and at the top, you pull up a 42 lb. roll lb. sledge hammer. Then you run get with water. Finally, you carry a See COMBAT, Page 8 breathing air at the base of a five hose with a rope. Then you run 140 ft. through fire hydrants in a EstelleEstelle residentsresidents rememberremember thethe pastpast OurOur Children’Children’ss HouseHouse atat BaBaylorylor inin IrIrvingving receivesreceives grantgrant Provided by Ashley Howland dize the cost of childcare for fami- duringduring VintageVintage BaseBase BallBall FFestivalestival Our Children’s House at lies who financially qualify. In ad- Baylor in Irving (OCH Irving) re- dition, the center offers outpatient The Estelle Heritage Society cently announced it received a physical, speech and occupational presented a Vintage Base Ball Fes- $15,000 grant from the Harold C. therapy to children enrolled in the tival in Lively Park last Saturday. Simmons Foundation. The grant childcare program as well as chil- Announcer, Wendel will be used to underwrite the cost dren in the community who need “Appleseed” Dickason, explained of specialized childcare provided to these services. the rules and customs of yester- medically-fragile children at OCH “We funded OCH Irving be- year, as spectators were treated to Irving. cause their cause is so compelling,” the athletic stylings of the Buffalo “We are extremely grateful to Serena Connelly, LMSW, associate Gap Chips, Montgomery College the Simmons Foundation for their director, Harold C. Simmons Foun- Saw Dogs, Estelle Redneck support,” Anne Morton, director of dation, said. “If a child Cottonpickers and the Buck and outpatient services, Our Children’s requires consistent and ongoing Breck Base Ball Club. City council- House at Baylor, said. “We are com- therapy, it only makes sense to men cooked hotdogs to help raise mitted to serving these children and combine it with daycare services. funds for the Estelle Heritage Soci- their families. Funding for our It’s convenient for the parents, but ety. Members of the society taught childcare services is crucial since even better, it normalizes the situa- visitors about Estelle, one of the these children require such special- tion of the family, takes away stigma small local communities that was ized care and attention.” and unnecessary stress.” absorbed into Irving. The uniforms and rules are different, but the Great American Pass Time Unlike any childcare center in Time has not been kind to is entertaining in any era. Returning from the field, the Buffalo Gap the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving Rambler $0.25 Estelle. Most of the former farm Chips are ready for their turn at bat. OCH Irving is the only not-for-profit community lies under the DFW Air- private piece of property near the hopes to rebuild the schoolhouse facility that offers childcare for chil- port. The evidence of the once bur- intersection of Valley View Lane and and other structures to create a dren with special needs as well as geoning community which boosted Beltline. There concrete founda- unique historical learning complex their siblings, if needed. Scholar- its own school, post office and cot- tions outline a handful of buildings. for Irving students. ships are available to help subsi- ton gin remains almost hidden on a In the future, the heritage society See RESIDENTS, Page 6 See COMMUNITY, Page 5 Page 2 October 12, 2006 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler Police & Fire Briefs Aggravated Robbery- Business: officers arrived. He became agitated to flee. The suspect was wearing 10-09-06 at 3:30 p.m. Officers were and grabbed a butcher knife and female clothing. If you recognize Irving Fire Department dispatched to a robbery that had briefly held off officers and para- the person in the composite, please Activity summary Oct 5 - 11 just occurred at Valley Beauty Sup- medics until he was talked out of contact Detective James Hallum at ply 9460 N. MacArthur. A male sus- the knife by the roommate. He was 972-721-2549. Irving Fire Department responded to 240 incidents. pect had entered the business and taken to Parkland Hospital for a pointed a gun at the clerk and de- mental health warrant. The Fire incidents Medical calls manded the money from the regis- ter. The suspect fled on foot with Aggravated Assault: 09-17-06 at 73 Miscellaneous Fire 29 Major Accidents and Rescue Calls 59 Major Medical approximately $700. The store had 12:00 p.m. Police are asking for help 9 Structure Fires 20 Heart Attacks a video and the suspect descrip- in locating a suspect. The white 2 Special Operations 26 Difficulty Breathing tion was broadcast. An officer lo- male in his mid 30s is described as 3 Vehicle Fires 24 Trauma Related cated the suspect a short time later medium height, thin build with dark 15 CPR Situations in the parking lot of the Waterford hair and eyes. Comments: Apartments, and the suspect ran The suspect attacked a female 10-05: Two Structure fires, the first on Rochelle was controlled by first arriv- into his apartment. The suspect in the laundry room of her apart- ing crews and the second at 9488 E Valley Ranch Pkwy involved a mattress fire where a female was transported to a local burn hospital for injuries to her later voluntarily came out of the ment complex in the 6300 block of feet. Two HazMat calls, the first for a diesel fuel spill on Spur 482 and the apartment and was arrested. ID and N. MacArthur. The victim was able second response for an unidentified product in storage on Penn St. Ambu- CID responded to the scene. to fight off the suspect causing him lances went into overload four times.

10-09: Structure fire at 2514 Markland brought under control in 15 minutes. Assist Officer/Mental health com- Ambulances went into overload three times. mitment: 10-11-06 at 10:50 p.m. Officers were sent to Willow Creek BrighterBrighter TTomorroomorrowsws benefitbenefit 10-10: Two structure fire calls, both required a one alarm assignment. Ambu- on a domestic disturbance. One of lances went into overload once. Provided by Nancy Swartz cluded friends, neighbors and col- the participants had been drinking James and Fran Cassels hosted leagues whose contributions help 10-11: Two alarm structure fire at 607 Red River Trail and at 1817 Crape and had struck himself with a glass a benefit in their home for Brighter Brighter Tomorrows fulfill its mis- Myrtle Cir. in the head. He was being treated Tomorrows on Sep. 14. Guests in- sion of providing shelter and sup- by paramedics in the kitchen when port services to those in fear of domestic violence and sexual abuse and to break the poverty/welfare cycle through training and assis- tance in obtaining employment. Brighter Tomorrows serves seven communities in Dallas County. In Irving, Brighter Tomor- rows operates an emergency shel- ter and provides a transitional housing program for clients that enable them to become financially self-reliant while gaining necessary life skills, education and training. In 2005, Brighter Tomorrows served 1,294 shelter clients, pro- vided counseling to 259 non-resi- dent clients, and fielded 1,812 hotline calls and provided counsel- ing and support to 330 sexual as- sault victims. Irving Bona Fide Club continues tradition of service By Lynn Kopp Celebration was in the air as the Irving Bona Fide Club recon- vened at the Remington for 2006- 07. In 1933, the Irving Junior Fe- licity Club was organized. In 1946, the club changed its name to Bona Fide from the Latin term meaning ‘good faith’ and the French pronun- ciation was adopted, according to long time member Tommye Hodgkiss. Club members worked for and promoted a library. In the years Irving relied upon a volun- teer fire department, Bona Fide gave assistance to families in need. The club now holds monthly meetings at the Remington of Val- ley Ranch for luncheon and a pro- gram. The purpose of the club is to promote civic, cultural and social endeavors for the membership.

Sales Representatives needed for spanish publication in the Irving area. Local company Call 214-675-6493 The Irving Rambler 214-675-6493 October 12, 2006 Page 3 IRVING ISD Stipes School Dedication Cer- tary School, and Irving High High School; Christopher Taylor, School teacher Helen Bradley re- Construction, today CEFPI is an emony - Irving ISD will dedicate School. MacArthur High School; and ceived Distinguished Alumni sta- internationally recognized profes- its newest school – Stipes Elemen- House Bill 1 appropriated $100 Samuel Fanta and Derik Kendall, tus and recognition during the Uni- sional organization, acknowledged tary School – during a ceremony million to award schools with high Nimitz High School. versity of Dallas’ 50th anniversary for its leadership in planning, de- from 2-4 p.m. on Oct. 22 at the percentages of educationally dis- These students are among gala held Sep. 22. She was honored signing, building, equipping and school. advantaged students and a rating 3,000 Outstanding Participants in along with Tom Tenner Jr. of Lub- maintaining schools and colleges. The school is named after John of Exemplary, Recognized or in the the United States. They scored in bock and Manuel and Jane Zuniga The southern region includes W. & Margie Stipes, widely recog- top quartile of comparable improve- the top five percent of more than of Austin. Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma nized for their longtime contribu- ment. Each school will receive 130,000 African Americans taking Bradley, who graduated from and Texas. More information about tions to the Irving community. Prior $135,000 except for Irving High, the 2005 PSAT. UD in 1976, teaches advanced the organization can be found at to his death in 2001, John was a which will receive $230,000. Four IISD seniors were named placement U.S. history and govern- http://www.cefpi.org. tireless champion for Irving children National Hispanic Scholars by the ment classes at Nimitz. Her past both as a volunteer, in his official Nine Seniors Earn National College Board’s National Hispanic honors include Secondary Teacher Adopt-A-Family Program capacities as IISD school board Honors - Nine Irving ISD seniors Recognition Program. Students se- of the Year by the Association of Coming Soon - Individuals, busi- trustee and president, and as presi- have been honored for their out- lected are: Adrian Gallegos, Irving Texas Professional Educators and nesses, clubs and churches are in- dent of the Irving Schools Founda- standing Preliminary SAT (PSAT) High School; Danny Cruz, IISD Teacher of the Year. Bradley vited to help economically disad- tion. His wife, Margie, has contin- scores among minority students na- MacArthur High School; and Chris has served many years on the UD vantaged Irving ISD students ued to build upon the Stipes legacy tionwide. The recognitions are co- Enriquez and Jason Solis, Nimitz Alumni Board. through its Holiday Adopt-A-Fam- with countless hours of ordinated through The College High School. She is also known for her com- ily Program. Groups or individuals volunteerism and service in support Board and National Merit Scholar- These students are among munity work. For the past 20 years, can help less fortunate families by of Irving public schools. ship Corporation (NMSC). 4,700 National Hispanic Scholars in Bradley has taken a group of Nimitz providing food, clothing and toys The dedication program will in- Five IISD seniors were named the United States. They were se- students to feed the homeless the to fulfill holiday wish lists. clude: remarks by Randy Stipes, Outstanding Participants in the lected from a pool of 175,000 stu- third Friday of every month. Families can be adopted be- son of John and Margie who now 2007 National Achievement Schol- dents nationwide based on their tween November 6 and December serves as school board president; arship Program for African Ameri- PSAT test scores and their cumula- Layne Serving as Regional 1. Individuals or groups will be a speech on the school’s vision by can students, an academic compe- tive grade point average. CEFPI President - Scott matched to a student and their fam- Marty French, Stipes principal; and tition conducted by NMSC. Stu- Layne, assistant superintendent for ily through the student’s school. closing remarks by Margie on be- dents selected are: Christina Bradley Honored as UD Dis- support services, is currently serv- The school will provide a wish list half of the Stipes family. Fowlkes and Brea Gardner, Irving tinguished Alum - Nimitz High ing as president of the southern to the donor and help arrange de- The ceremony also will feature region for the Council of Educa- liveries of the gifts. the Nimitz High School NJROTC tional Facility Planners, Interna- To adopt a family, contact Color Guard and a performance by Nimitz Students Learn Politics tional (CEFPI). Thelma Cantu, Partnership in Edu- the Stipes school choir. The council is the only profes- cation coordinator, at 972-215-5017 A reception and building tours sional association whose sole mis- or [email protected]. IISD fami- will follow the dedication program. sion is improving places where chil- lies in need should contact their The school is located at 3100 Cross dren learn. Founded in 1921 as the school’s counselor. Timbers, near the intersection of National Council on Schoolhouse Shady Grove and Beltline roads in southwest Irving.

TEEG Plans Available Online - Teacher incentive plans at four Irving ISD schools, submitted to the Texas Education Agency as part of the Texas Educator Excel- lence Grant (TEEG) initiative, can now be viewed on the IISD website at www.irvingisd.net/devfedfunds. Plans were developed by school committees at Austin Middle School, Bowie Middle School, de Students from Helen Bradley’s government class at Nimitz High School Zavala Middle School, Good El- learned about upcoming political elections during the recent Political ementary School, Keyes Elemen- Hob Nob event held at Reunion Arena in Dallas.

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Member of The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce -- The Irving Rambler is Copyrighted 2006 Page 4 October 12, 2006 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler Community Calendar October 14 Kidgits Safety Fair - October 14 An Evening at the event will be held at Calvary Church well child and immunization clinic October 17 AmTryke Classic - Annual Kidgits Safety Fair includes Literary Cafe - The Irving Black of Irving (4401 North Hwy 161 at along with the Dallas County De- The fourth annual AmTryke special guests from the Irving Po- Arts Council presents artists: Stella Walnut Hill Blvd) at 8:15 a.m. Con- partment of Health and Human Ser- Classic will be held at the Great lice and Fire departments from 10 Alexander, Marilyn Donahue, Tues- tinental breakfast and registration vices and Northgate United Meth- Southwest Golf Club in Grand a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be costume day Sharlette-Hambric, Soli Kiluta, at 7:30 a.m. Registration is free. odist Church from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 Prairie. The proceeds from this golf characters and clowns, plus each Yolanda Martin, Pamela Davis- p.m. at Northgate United Method- extravaganza will be used by the child will receive their very own Noland, Myra Towner-Rankin, More details and register online at ist Church, 3700 W. Northgate Dr. Irving Chapter of Ambucs to pur- safety id kit*. Parents and kids will Camika Spencer, T.R. Star in the Irv- www.meninprayer.org. in Irving. Well-child exams for chil- chase adaptive therapeutic tri- have the opportunity to visit sev- ing Arts Center 7 – 9 p.m. Tickets: dren ages birth to four years-old cycles for children with eral informational booths, as well $10 Advance, $13 At the Door. Re- October 14 Beethoven Gala - and immunizations for children ages disabilities. The Irving Chapter has as look through some of Irving’s freshments served. Under the baton of Maestro Hec- birth to 18 years-old, will be pro- given over 1000 AmTrykes abso- finest safety vehicles that help our tor Guzman, the Irving Symphony vided from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. lutely free of charge, regardless of law enforcement officers each day. October 14 Christian Men’s Day Orchestra will open its 2006-2007 Immunizations only, will be given economic need. *Kidgits membership applies. of Prayer - In a unique demonstra- season at 8:00 p.m. “Beethoven from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Immuniza- tion of Christian unity, Irving Gala” with in the Irving Arts Center’s tion records must be provided for October 19 Weight Management October 14 DFW Humane Soci- churches are coming together to Carpenter Hall. Ticket prices range each child. The free services of this Information Seminar - Baylor ety Fall Garage Sale. - 1611 W. Irv- host a free Christian Men’s Day of from $31-$45 (discounts available clinic are available to residents of Medical Center at Irving will hold a ing Blvd. Irving, TX, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Prayer. Paul Drake of the Naviga- for students) and may be purchased Irving only. For more information free weight loss information semi- All proceeds directly benefit the tors Organization will share practi- through the Irving Arts Center Box call 972-579-4095. nar, for anyone interested in homeless and unwanted pets at the cal instruction on making prayer Office (972-252-2787, bariatric surgery from 6 p.m. to 8 shelter. more meaningful and effective. The www.IrvingArtsCenter.com). Guest p.m., in conference centers one and artists are Amit Peled (cello), October 17 Irving Democratic two at Baylor Irving, 1901 N. Vesselin Demirev (violin) and Club - The Irving Democratic Club McArthur Blvd. Registration is re- Valeria Vetruccio (piano). The will meet at El Rincon del Viejo Mexi- quired for attendance. To register evening’s program will include can restaurant, 2742 N. O’Connor. or for more information, call 972-579- Beethoven’s Egmont, Pastorale The meeting will run from 6:30 p.m. 4446. Symphony and his Triple concerto. to 8:00 p.m., with an Enchilada Din- ner served at 7:00 p.m. The dinner October 17 Free Well-Child and is $5.00 per person. Drinks are ex- Immunization Clinic - Baylor Medi- tra. Attendees are asked to RSVP cal Center at Irving is sponsoring a by Oct. 16 to 972-650-1510. Margaret’s Corner Hi Irving! results. I appreciate all you do for The us and the community, Pastor November 7th George. You are always a election is blessing. If you missed the awards quickly ap- ceremony, log on to www.ictn.tv/ MAN OF THE YEAR (PG13) 12:35 PM 7:20 PM 9:55 PM proaching and 25.asp to watch the video clip of EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH (PG13) as you probably this and the other awards given. 12:30 PM 2:50 PM 5:15 PM 7:35 PM 10:10 PM LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE (R) already know, there are some im- Tune in next week for “Wolves 1:20 PM 4:10 PM 6:45 PM 9:05 PM THE GAURDIAN (PG13) portant issues on the ballot. If you in Sheep’s Clothing.” If you take vi- 1:10 PM 4:00 PM 6:55 PM 10:00 PM would like to vote NO on the beer tamins, herbs, and other supple- TX CHAINSAW BEGINNING (R) 12:25PM 2:30PM 4:45PM 7:05PM 9:10PM and wine issue, and I highly en- ments you will want to read, and SCHOOL FOR SCOUNDRELS (PG13) 12:25 PM 2:40 PM 4:50 PM 9:25 PM courage you to, you may pick up a hopefully act, on it. And remember, JACKASS 2 (R) vote “NO” yard sign at Joe’s Cof- it isn’t very hard to realize that there 12:40PM 2:55PM 5:10PM 7:40PM 9:55PM OPEN SEASON (PG) fee Shop. Don’t forget to vote. is a direct connection between what 12:30 PM 2:35 PM 4:30 PM 6:50 PM 9:00 PM *DEPARTED (R) The League of Women Voters we feed our minds and how we think 1:20 PM 4:30 PM 7:40 PM is hosting a Candidate Forum for (see Proverb 23:7). Let’s focus on ONE NIGHT WITH THE KING (PG) 1:30 PM 4:15 PM 7:00 PM 9:40 PM District 106 on Oct. 24 at 7:00 p.m. feeding our thoughts with things *THE GRUDGE 2 (PG13) 1:50 PM 4:40 PM 7:10 PM 9:35 PM at Irving City Hall, 825 W. Irving that will get us thinking GRIDIRON GANG (PG13) Blvd. This is a great opportunity to positive. Praying to make a differ- 1:30 PM 4:20 PM 7:15 PM 10:05 PM ILLUSIONIST (PG13) become better informed, and every- ence; have a great week. 1:05 PM 3:40 PM 7:10 PM 9:35 PM TX CHAINSAW BEGINNING (R) one is welcome. Attend Church Sunday. 1:15 PM 3:25 PM 7:45 PM 10:05 PM I want to congratulate the win- God Bless You. THE MARINE (PG13) 12:45 PM 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 7:30 PM 9:50 PM ner of the “Most Intriguing Man of THE DEPARTED (R) Irving” contest which was part of Margaret Lopez is an indepen- 12:20 PM 3:30 PM 6:40 PM 9:50 PM the 25th Anniversary Awards Show dent writer for the Irving Rambler. sponsored by ICTN. The winner An Irving resident for more than 12 years, she and her husband have was none other than my Pastor, the been married for more than 39 years Reverend J. Don George of Calvary and have four daughters and four Church. If you know him you’ll grandsons surely agree with the contest The Irving Rambler 214-675-6493 October 12, 2006 Page 5 Mungles Politics will never be the same on Movies and for that we all shout AMEN By Matt Mungle Eleanor (Laura Linney), a pro- powering and does not take ing what a breath of fresh air he Man of the Year is rated Title: Man of the Year grammer for the company finds away from the flow of the film. would be. There were many PG-13 for language including Rated: PG-13 a flaw in the system and the cor- The film does a nice job of times in the theater when cheers some crude sexual references, Robin Williams as Presi- porate lawyer (Jeff Goldblum) blending in real people from would erupt over a comment drug related material, and brief dent? Hmm, yeah, I think that will do anything to keep her shows like SNL and Fox News Dobb’s made, and I found my- violence. William’s can be crude would be a step in then right di- quiet. When Eleanor seeks into the fictional story making it self excited about politics for the at times, and even in the context rection. Man of the Year takes Dobbs for help it is a cat and play like true events. This adds first time in, oh, forever! If noth- of humor some of the more eas- a refreshing look at elections and mouse game to stay ahead of her to the believability and gets you ing else, it allows you to vent for ily offended audience members candidates and pretty much says pursuers. Though adding dra- behind Dobb’s character. You a couple of hours even if through may cringe a little. All in all It is what we are all thinking. Add to matic elements it is not over- want him to win and start think- a fictional character. just good fun. I give it 4 out of 5 that the rapid fire standup of votes. If nothing else, for what Robin Williams and what you it says about politicians in gen- have is an enjoyable, laugh out eral. loud comedy. How refreshing would it be to hear a politician Matt is a member of the North Texas be honest? I know it is far- Film Critics Association (NTFCA) fetched and hard to believe. But and hosts the weekly syndicated Indie Rock Radio Show Spin 180. a nice thought none-the-less. Plus with his wife Cindy they do a Tom Dobbs (Robin Will- weekly radio feature, The Mungles iams) is a late night political talk on Movies. For additional reviews show host who on a whim de- and interview clips visit cides to run for president. He www.mungleshow.com. doesn’t expect to win or even to make the ballot. But his fans come out in droves to support him and get him into office. His manager (Christopher Walken) and TV producer (Lewis Black) are excited about the whole event hoping that he can shake up the political staunchness and boost ratings for his show at the same time. When they finally get Dobbs to stop playing the politi- cal game and just be himself is when we see Williams shine and the movie hits on all cylinders. Robin Williams’ is the king of rapid-fire wit and improvisa- tion, When you turn him loose on politicians and the entire po- litical system, it is a thing of beauty. The film is written by Barry Levinson but you can’t help but wonder how often Wil- liams’ was just turned loose on his own. The best scene in the movie is the first TV debate be- tween Dobbs, the current Presi- dent and another candidate. Dobbs goes into an honest rant that not only is funny, but says everything that we have all thought and wanted to vent our- selves. Though just a comedy, I am sure that it will cause real politicians to sweat through their lobbyist purchased suits. There is more to this film than just Williams’ poking fun at the political scene. There is also the side story involving the cor- poration responsible for creating the new election ballot programs. Keep up with the Jones Subscribe to the Irving Rambler $25.00$25.00 YearlyYearly 214-675-6493 Page 6 October 12, 2006 www.irvingrambler.com The Irving Rambler ResidentsResidents whowho grewgrew upup inin EstelleEstelle rememberremember aa kinder,kinder, moremore innocentinnocent eraera Continued from page 1 Former members of the Estelle turnout. They didn’t bring gifts. I of those is to get an education and big dipper and all those things. So mainly what we could make,” Ms. community continue to live in Irv- remember distinctly sitting on the get off this farm. If you stay on this many children now don’t even look Ramsey said. ing. Throughout the afternoon of steps of our front porch she was farm, you will never have a bath- up at the stars. In town now, it is “I had three brothers and three baseball several of these ‘old tim- on one side of me and the boy was tub.’ That motivated me. I went to not open like we were where we sisters. We all went to school in ers’ watched the game from beneath on the other side. I was as happy Irving High School. Then I went to could see things around. Estelle. I am the only one who went a canopy and spoke about life in as a dead pig in the sunshine,” he North Texas Agricultural College “We had a little dairy where on to high school. Estelle. said. (NTAC) Arlington for two years. It there was plenty of milk. So there My grandkids ask me now Edgar Brown, known as the “About 1931, a teacher came was a branch of A & M at that time. was always hot chocolate, big con- about what in the world did we do. Mayor of Estelle, moved to an area to Estelle by the name of Martin Now it is the University of Texas at tainers of hot chocolate. I said, ‘Well, we just had to make farm in 1925 and lived there until Lewis Stevens. He believed in play- Arlington,” Mr. Brown said. “I remember seeing the North- our own things to do.’ They said, ‘I 1938. ing softball and he created a team. Lavera Borah Nance was born ern Lights back around 1924. We don’t know how you ever made it,’” “We lived three quarters of a He had an old Dodge with one seat and raised in Estelle. went to church in Euless some of she said. mile north of the school building. called a coupe and it had a two “Those were the Model T the time. They were always having Glenn Gleghorn described Estelle was my whole world. It had wheel trailer. He would put 10 or 12 days, so we didn’t get far from the ice cream suppers. The kids were Estelle’s most notorious traffic ac- dwindled down to nothing at that boys and girls in the trailer and haul community of Estelle. We always all just running and playing. We cident. time. Prior to that it had two us down to Shadygrove and Sow- had entertainment through the noticed that all of the older people “When my brother, Alvin, churches, a cotton gin and quite a ers to play softball. There were no PTA. There was a stage in the up- were looking to the north. It was all hooked the horse up that evening, few people. Previously, it had been seatbelts or helmets. His car went stairs of the schoolhouse and that lit up just beautiful. Everybody was she was anxious. She would rear a layover for people going west in 15 to 20 miles per hour. is where we had our programs and so scared. They said Grapevine is up. He finally got her hooked up. a covered wagon. By the time I got “One night he took me and two where people went to vote,” Ms. on fire. We kids didn’t think much He and my brother Milton just there, it wasn’t even a wide spot in other boys to SMU to a basketball Nance said. about it. The preacher went and got jumped in the buggy. Instead of him the road,” Mr. Brown said. game. He was big on basketball and “I remember the boys always his Bible. He started looking slowing her down, Alvin turned her “The entertainment for the year softball. He brought a little excite- played marbles. I always had a bag through that to see if they could lose and let her go,” Mr. Gleghorn consisted of a couple of box sup- ment to the kids. of marbles too. There was only my identify what all the red sky was. said. pers at school on the second floor “The whole time I went to brother and myself in the family. So The whole sky was bright red like it “She got down to a corner and of the red brick building, a big din- school 1926 to 1932, I never saw a we would have to shoot our favor- was on fire. They all thought the turned. The buggy hit a little dip in ner on the ground of the Baptist football on the ground. I never ite aggies at one another’s aggies world was coming to an end. They the road where water had washed it church at least one Sunday a year heard the name ‘football.’ and try to knock them out. We also say that only happens once every out. It flipped that buggy over and and two or three country parties. The school building was a pitched washers. Washers were al- hundred years,” Ms. Nance said. tore the top off of it. They hung the For the box suppers, typically redbrick two story building. The ways plentiful. We would dig a hole Bessie Powers Ramsey said top in a mesquite tree next to Sam people took a shoebox and the second floor was an auditorium on and pitch washer at the hole. I the world is much different today Ramsey’s house. It hung there for women would cook a meal and the one end was a stage with a dress- don’t know that we could afford than when she grew up in Estelle. years and years. men would buy the box unknown. ing room on each side. It had a roll- anything else. “A lot of times on Saturday “Milton got a little hurt, not Whoever that box belonged to that up curtain with a big fancy mural. “We learned more about the night, the neighbors would get to- much to talk about. But they got is who they ate supper with. The We had a lot of plays. For those universe sitting out on the front gether and make ice cream. The la- out of the buggy, turned it back over money the men paid went to the days, it was state of the art. porch at night. We would look at dies would have a quilting day. We and went home,” he said. school. “One of the boys I grew up the stars and find the little dipper, enjoyed it very much. Our toys were “No radio, there wasn’t a radio with, he is dead now, but he said, in the community when we moved ‘Edgar, of all the people that we to Estelle. In 1926 or 27, there be- knew who lived in Estelle, none of PParalympicaralympic athleteathlete addressesaddresses RotarRotaryy clubclub gan to be some radio. We would them was ever arrested later in life. PParalympicaralympic athleteathlete addressesaddresses RotarRotaryy clubclub walk a couple of miles to a No scandals followed them.’ They Provided by Maura Gast seeded last going in to the games Now retired from hockey and neighbor’s house to listen to some were a pretty good bunch of people. The Irving Rotary Club wel- in Salt Lake City, Hannah and his concentrating on his family and prize fight in boxing. “My goal was to get away from comed motivational speaker and teammates ultimately went unde- business, Hannah is currently can- “The Depression hit in 1929. I there. I wanted to get away from Paralympic medalist Lonnie feated and captured the gold medal cer-free and enjoying a new career didn’t notice much difference be- the farm. I went to Dallas for two Hannah as the guest speaker at the for the US. as a motivational speaker. tween when the Depression hit and days with my aunt and uncle. I saw Las Colinas Country Club on Oct. In Octo- when it didn’t. a bathtub and a commode, I had 5. ber 2004, “On my eighth birthday, my never heard of them. When I got Hannah was a competitive while training mother gave me a birthday party. home, I told my mother why don’t speed skater with multiple national for the 2006 Bessie Powers and one of the we get one of those. She said, ‘Son titles and was training for the US Paralympics Ramsey boys came to the party; big the only way you will ever get one World Team when a workplace ac- in Torino, cident left him paralyzed from the Hannah was waist down at the 20 years of age. diagnosed It is a day Hannah described in his with opening comments as the “best melanoma. Major day of his life.” Within two months surgery and of the accident, Hannah as on the several tennis court learning how to play months of wheelchair tennis. 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Irving Arts Center’s Dupree The- John Latouche’s glorious score in- Following George ater. clude “In My Old Virginia Home” Balanchine’s lead as the stager of Lyric Stage Founding Producer and the title song. Broadway’s original production, Steven Jones has been working The National Endowment for Bruce Wood, critically acclaimed with Tony Root, librettist Lynn the Arts has awarded Lyric Stage Artistic Director and Choreogra- Root’s son and Kay Duke Ingalls, its first ever grant for this produc- pher of the Bruce Wood Dance composer Vernon Duke’s widow, to tion. Company, will make his directorial recreate the original Broadway Eleanor Threatt leads the cast debut with Lyric Stage’s Cabin in script and score. as the God-fearing Petunia with the Sky. Musical direction is by “I have really enjoyed talking Vince McGill as her wayward hus- Gary Okeson, scenic design is by with Tony and Kay about the origi- band Little Joe. Crystal Phillips is Wade Giampa, lighting is by Susan nal production of CABIN IN THE Georgia Brown, Little Joe’s tempt- A. White and costumes are by SKY and gaining insight into its ress. Wilbur Penn plays The Head- Diane Simons. Eleanor Threatt as Petunia, Vince McGill as Little Joe and Doris Howard creation,” Jones said. man (the Devil’s son) and Marcus Tickets for Cabin in the Sky as Lili in Lyric STage’s production of Cabin in the Sky. Cabin in the Sky is a musical M. Mauldin is his nemesis, The are available online at Photo by Bill Janscha fable about the tug of war between Lord’s General. Crystal Phillips is www.lyricstage.org or by calling Georgia Brown, Malcolm Beatty, 972-594-1904. Irving Arts Center’s Saturday School Seniors play softball in Trinity View Park Provided by Tom Henry ball games over the Mesquite Tex- opens with ceramic sculpture The Irving Eagles, a senior ans, Richardson Roadrunners and softball team, won the Metroplex Arlington Subs. The game against Provided by Kass Prince sessions will feature fiber arts, cho- Registration for all sessions Senior Citizens Softball Association the Subs was decided in extra in- The Arts Center’s popular ral singing and printmaking. and complete class descriptions are fall tournament last week at Trinity nings. The Eagles clinched the education program, KidsArts, re- Saturday School class size is available at View Park. The Eagles had to win championship with a decisive 19-2 turns with a twist. Saturday School limited and each session runs six www.irvingartscenter.com and in five games to capture the champi- victory over the McKinney Mus- is scheduled during the school year consecutive weeks with pre-regis- person at the Arts Center Box Of- onship in the two day tournament. tangs in the final game. on starting in October. Saturday tration suggested. Session I is fice. Supported in part by a grant The Eagles beat the Arlington For more information on senior School will concentrate in depth on scheduled Oct. 7-Nov. 11. Tuition from the Texas Commission on the Spurs 15-5 in the first game before softball and volleyball please call one subject each session. For par- for Session I is $110 per student and Arts. winning three consecutive one run 972-790-2739. ents familiar with KidsArts, during includes all supplies. Remaining the six week session, students will sessions are $75 per student and Casino Party at El Rincon Del Viejo be instructed in a shorter two or class time is 2 to 4 p.m. three hour format. Small classes Session II: Fun With Fibers, 2742 N. O’Connor (at Rochelle), Irving TX provide a high level of individual Jan. 20-Feb. 27, 2007, Instructor attention for students ages 6 to 14. Leisa Rich R.S.V.P Set in the creative atmosphere Session III: Choral Singing, March $20 of the Arts Center’s Art Lab, the 3-April 7, 2007, Instuctor Barbara RAFFLE program began Oct. 7 with a ses- Lee pays for By Oct 18th sion on ceramic sculpture taught Session IV: Printmaking, April $5,000 casino chips 972-258-1837 by long-time KidsArts instructor, 14-May 19, 2007, Instructor Eva & FREE BUFFET & Steve Beck. During the school year, Kutscheid Beck teaches at Yvonne A. Ewell ask for Soila Townview Center Magnet School, $20 www.rincondelviejo.net PRIZES Dallas ISD and is bi-lingual (Span- ish). Working with terra cotta clay, students will use mathematics, pro- VIVA VEGAS! portion and basic anatomy to sculpt the human form. “Working with clay and the human form will be a real plus for students enrolled in AP 3D Design Portfolio,” KidsArts Coordinator Marcie Inman said. “Parents have been asking for KidsArts to expand beyond summer for several years, and Saturday School fills this need. Although the classes are spread over six-weeks, our goal is to pro- vide professionally guided experi- Showing pride in his work, this ences in the arts, have fun and in- KidsArts student points to his still an appreciation of the arts in creation. Over 100 Items participating students.” Remaining Daily On Buffet

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OBITUARIES ing. Interment followed at terment followed at Oak Grove Me- Imler to Family Legacy Missions, A graveside service was held Restland Memorial Park in morial Gardens. 5005 W. Royal Lane, Suite 252, Irv- Oct. 13 at Oak Grove Memorial Gar- Dallas. ing, TX 75063 or the American Preg- dens. BESSIE M. “BESS” IMLER nancy Association, 1425 Greenway RAY D. COX Bessie Dr., Suite 440, Irving, TX 75038. ROSALIE JUNE LANNEN Ray D. Cox, of M. “Bess” Rosalie Irving, passed away Imler, 71, a resi- BILLIE FAYE GARRISON June Lannen of Thursday, October 5, dent of Irving Billie Faye Garrison, age 74, of Irving passed 2006. for three years, Irving, passed away on September away October He was born died October 4, 22, 2006. 10, 2006. Mrs. Nov. 24, 1929 in 2006 at an Irving She was born on July 25, 1932 Lannen was Clarksville, TX. Ray en- hospital. in Decatur, TX to A. M. and Gladys born June 9, joyed hunting, fishing, She Perkins. Billie married Bobby Ray 1927 in Dawson and boating; and was was formerly of Houston for 45 Garrison on March 10, 1950 in City, KS. happiest while enjoying years and moved to Irving to be Decatur, he preceded her in death She is survived by her sons all of nature’s wonders. near grandchildren. Born Sep. 30, on Nov. 26, 1999. and daughters-in-law, Larry and Survivors in- 1935 in Phelps County, MO to Rosie Lannen of Irving; Richard clude his wife Barbara Daniel and Rubey Irene Pruett Ott, Survivors include daughter Debra and Virginia Lannen of Dallas, Cox of Irving; son Mike she married Robert Imler on June 3, Allen and husband Harrell of Irv- grandchildren Justin and Shiela Cox of Plano; sister Bar- 1955 in Rolla, MO. Bess was bap- ing, Belinda Rowlett of Irving; son, Lannen, Whitney Lannen and bara Duty of Grand Prai- tized in the Christian faith followed Keary Glen Garrison and wife Angie Shahram Tadayyon, Keith and Jana rie; and granddaughter by confirmation at Immanuel of Dallas; brothers, Ernest Perkins Lannen, Tanya Lannen, Richard H. STEVE WILSON Rachel Cox. Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) and A. M. Perkins, Jr.; grandchil- Lannen. She is preceded in death Steve Graveside services were held in Rolla, MO, and was an active dren, Brandon Lee Rowlett, Kim- by her husband Richard C. Lannen. Wilson, age 31, Oct. 10 at DFW National Cemetery. member of Our Redeemer Lutheran berly Litwinowich, Hayley Rowlett, A prayer will be said be 7:00 a lifelong resi- Arrangements were made by Church in Irving. Phillip Garrison, Kristen Allen, Wil- p.m. on Oct. 14 at Brown’s Memo- dent of Irving Brown’s Memorial Funeral Home. Preceded in death by her sis- liam Allen; great-grandchildren, rial Funeral Home with visitation died Thursday, ter, Jackie Sanderson, she is sur- Andrew Rowlett, Noah Allen. 5:00-7:30 p.m. Services and burial October 5, 2006. ANGELA FAYE TAYLOR vived by her husband, Robert; son, A graveside service was held will be 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 21 at Evans Born Angela Brad Imler and wife Lynn, grand- on Sep. 25 at oak Grove Memorial Funeral Home in Houston, MO. Oct. 2, 1975 in Faye Taylor, of son Grant Imler (6) and grand- Gardens. Chism-Smith Funeral Irving, he was Quinlan, passed daughter, Lauren Imler (5) all of Irv- Home handled the arrangements. ROY C. YEAGER preceded in death by his step-fa- away October 7, ing; son, Brian Imler of Houston; Roy C. ther, Don Danner and grandfather, 2006. She was sister, Betty Lyttle of Michigan; and JAYDEN NOAH KAYE Yeager born Harold Pierce. Survivors include his born March 29, sister, Juanita McKinley of Indiana. Jayden Noah Kaye, of Irving, September 21, wife, Amber; son, Steven Keith 1967 in Irving. Visitation will be Oct. 14, at the infant son of James Dewey Kaye, 1927 in Wilson, II; mother, Karen Danner Survi- Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home III and Magen Caren Testerman Wilburton, Okla- of Irving; father, Jack Wilson and vors include her from 3:00-5:00, in Irving. Memorial passed away October 10, 2006. homa passed wife Shelly of McKinney; sister, husband John Taylor of Quinlan; service will be held Oct. 15, at Our Besides his parents, he is sur- away October 2, Stacy Lawson and husband John parents Ronny and Faye Hill of Irv- Redeemer Lutheran Church at 3:00 vived by grandparents James and 2006. of Lake Dallas; step-brother, Justin ing; sons John DeHaes of Irving in the afternoon. Interment services Maria Kaye; uncles John Kaye, Survived by wife Patricia Colvard of McKinney; niece, Holly and Mark DeHaes of Greenville; will take place Oct. 16, at 10:30 in Aaron Kaye, and David Kaye; great Yeager; son Dr. Larry Yeager; Lawson; grandparents, Bobbie step-daughters April Taylor and the morning at the Dallas/Forth grandparents Jima and Rick daughters Donna Yeager-Wood; Pierce of Irving, Herman Wilson of Kristina Worley; brothers Richard Worth National Cemetery. Gardner; and Dewey and Melissa and Kim Goehrig; grandchildren Princeton and Durece Kirby of Hill and Kenneth Hill, both of Irv- In lieu of flowers, memorial Kaye; grandparents Marty and Jennifer, Zackary and Megan. Denton. ing; sisters Alisa Eagle and Bethany contributions may be made to ei- Cindy Testerman; aunt Mandy Funeral were held Friday at Visitation was Sunday at the Ruano, both of Irving; and grand- ther Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Testerman; great grandparents Art Brown’s Memorial Funeral Home funeral home. Service was Oct. 9 at son Dohn DeHaes. Building Fund, 2505 West and Donna Sharp; and great grand- Chapel. Interment followed at DFW Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home Funeral services were held Oct. Northgate Drive, Irving, TX 75062 father James Testerman. National Cemetery with full military Chapel. Rev. Mark Gomez officiat- 11 at Brown’s Memorial Chapel. In- or on behalf of Grant and Lauren honors. If desired, memorial dona- tions may be made to Lion Hospice. ContinuingContinuing TheThe TraditionTradition “The Right Choice for Over 50 Years.”

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MOMENTS IN TIME On Oct. 11, 1929, “They Had to See Paris” mitted four hit-and-run offenses, and caused The History Channel opens in New York, the first sound film star- six accidents, all within 20 minutes. ring Will Rogers. Until the development of On Oct. 13, 1792, the cornerstone is laid cinema sound, his ingenious verbal wit kept On Oct. 10, 1973, Spiro Agnew becomes for a presidential residence in the newly des- him more popular onstage than on-screen. the first U.S. vice president to resign in dis- ignated capital city of Washington. The ex- Rogers later served as mayor of Beverly Hills. grace. Later the same day, he pleaded no con- ecutive mansion soon became known as the test to a charge of federal income tax evasion “White House” because its white-gray Vir- On Oct. 16, 1946, in a move that pleases in exchange for the dropping of charges of ginia freestone contrasted strikingly with the millions of Americans, President Harry political corruption. red brick of nearby buildings. Truman lifts price controls on meat. With World War II quickly receding into memory, (c) 2005 King Features Synd., Inc. On Oct. 12, 1810, Bavarian Crown Prince Truman saw fit to wean the nation from the Louis marries and invites the citizens of austere economic diet that the government Munich to attend the festivities. The deci- had devised to fight sion to repeat the festivities in the subse- wartime inflation. quent year gave rise to the tradition of the annual Oktoberfest. On Oct. 15, 1966, in McKinney, Texas, On Oct. 14, 1912, in Milwaukee, a 75-year-old male Theodore Roosevelt is shot at close range driver reportedly re- by saloonkeeper John Schrank. The .32-cali- ceived 10 traffic tick- ber bullet failed to mortally wound the former ets, drove on the president because its force was slowed by a wrong side of the speech manuscript in Roosevelt’s breast road four times, com- pocket. Irving Rambler Marketcenter

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Answers for 10-5-2006 Answers for 10-5-2006 The Irving Rambler 214-675-6493 October 12, 2006 Page 11 Irving students connect to world through art Provided by Amy Gerald Executive Director of Big Thought, dents to develop life skills. It uses we’re very happy to again deliver ing. For them, the Make a Con- Students from Travis, Lamar the program’s administrator, said. art as a way to explore their per- this arts-based life-skills program nection Thru Art program is a and De Zavala Middle Schools will “While touring the gallery, instruc- sonal point of view.” to young people right in our own great opportunity to learn with— tour the Nasher Sculpture Center tors lecture on artists’ motivation Make a Connection Thru Art community,” Vannessa Nickson, and learn from—the program’s in downtown Dallas this October – and students participate in interac- is in its third year in the Irving ISD Senior Manager, Community In- middle-school participants.” but the visits will be much more tive activities. They learn how art- and is the U.S. component of volvement, Nokia, said. “Our part- Make a Connection Thru Art is than routine field trips. Nearly 1,000 ists take an idea or concept and in- Nokia’s global youth life-skills ini- nership with the Irving ISD gives sponsored by Nokia, with support students from across the Irving ISD corporate that theme into their tiative. Nokia currently funds pro- Nokia employees many opportu- from the Pearson Foundation. The will participate in Make a Connec- work. Back in the classroom, stu- grams in 24 countries. In spring nities to work with and get to know program is managed directly by Big tion Thru Art, an educational initia- dents are challenged to pick a topic 2007, Make a Connection Thru Art young people in and around Irv- Thought. tive sponsored by Nokia. The pro- that’s important to them – indi- will expand to Austin, Bowie, gram provides middle-school stu- vidual concepts – as important as Crockett and Houston Middle dents the opportunity to work di- self confidence and pride or as au- Schools in the Irving ISD. For the New Patient Special rectly with professional artists while tobiographical as family and heroes. first time, the program will also $49.00 learning essential life skills such as Over the ensuing 10 weeks they serve schools in the Keller Inde- Initial Exam, Cleaning & respect, creative thinking and com- then work with professional artists pendent School District. Necessary X-Rays munication. to explore those themes and turn “Make a Connection Thru Art New Patients Only Without “The visit to the Nasher is re- them into art. The program does a provides an opportunity for stu- Dental Insurance ally just a first step,” Gigi Antoni, phenomenal job of allowing stu- dents to express themselves, and

Byron L. Mitchell, DDS FREE Take Home Teeth Irving composer, pianist nominated for state award Cosmetic & Whitening Provided by Maura Gast formed for the President and Mrs. for publication, and he has gener- General Dentistry With Cleaning, Exam & X-Rays Irvingite Giorgio “George” Nixon during their visit to the Post ated renewed interest in his ballet, New Patients Only With Dental Primo has been short-listed for the Office Building for the inaugural. Mother Goose Fantasy. 972-717-1100 Insurance position of Texas State Musician, a From 1977-1978, television fans designation created by the 77th Leg- caught a glimpse of Primo on a re- islature for well-known, accom- curring role on the hit series Vegas, plished and prolific Texas musi- featuring Robert Urich as the cians. show’s lead, private investigator Born Feb. 2, 1922 in Detroit into Dan Tanna. a family of musical talents (brother Memorial Day 1978, Primo ac- Humberto Primo was a concertmas- cepted an invitation in Las Vegas ter with the Detroit Symphony Or- to conduct that evening’s perfor- chestra and paid for all of his mance of the Tropicana Hotel’s “Fo- younger brother’s piano lessons), lies Bergere,” without a rehearsal. Primo debuted his first composition in his senior year of high school – In 1980, Primo achieved lifetime it was the graduation song for the memberships to the Screen Actors 1939 class of his alma mater, Guild and the American Federation MacKenzie High School. of Television and Radio Artists. Primo performed with the In 2004, Primo composed his American Broadcasting Company first religious song, “Lullaby for (ABC) – WXYZ Radio Station staff Baby Jesus,” premiering it for St. orchestra from 1940-1946, along- Michael Catholic Church in side Brace Beamer, radio’s original Bedford, where he is a church and “Lone Ranger” and Al Hodge of choir member. “Green Hornet” fame, as well as Primo moved to Irving in 1982, Mike Wallace. as the house pianist at the prede- He composed two ballets for cessor to today’s Omni Mandalay. the Detroit Civic Lite Opera Com- Since then, he has shared his tal- pany, Mother Goose Fantasy and ents gratis with numerous organi- Fate Ballet, during his 1947-48 ten- zations throughout the community, ure. The Detroit Free Press noted at charitable and civic events, while of the latter, “brilliant as the danc- remaining a “working musician.” He ing is however, the discovery of the was inducted as an honorary mem- week is the young Detroit com- ber of the Irving Rotary Club in 2004, poser, Giorgio Primo, who wrote the and serves as the club’s pianist and blazing music that accompanies it.” composer “in residence.” In 1972, he was commissioned Today, at 84-1/2 years young, to compose a personal Presidential Primo is still creating music. His in- Inaugural song for President Rich- terpretative composition of The ard M. Nixon; the piece was per- Lord’s Prayer is being considered Experience you can trust for your family Judge Frances Harris 302nd Family District Court

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Homeschoolers prepare Is that worth THIS in our neighborhoods? to compete in robotics

Vote NO to Malt Liquor, Beer & Wine Sales NOV 7 What does Irving get for that PENNY? Convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, drive up beer Yes, we have no bananas. But there will be bananas a plenty when Coach Gary, Carlos, David, Josh, Larry, Roger, Haley, Logan, Aaron, Kylie, Tyler, windows, and even dollar stores selling malt liquor, beer and wine. Wesley and Jorge (lft to rt back tofront) compete with their robot. By Kylie F. Jones arm that can reach over five feet, a What Irving’s Deputy City Attorney reported to the City Council in July TECH, an Irving based claw, room to hold “wet” bandanas, 2004 is still true today: homeschool robotic team, is prepar- a hook that can grab a basket to The City CANNOT limit malt liquor, beer and wine sales to just ing to participate in the Texas BEST hold “dry” bandanas, and wheels, grocery stores – convenience stores, gas stations, dollar stores and robotics competition. Over the past run by four motors. According to drive up beer windows must be allowed; six weeks TECH created a robot the rules, the robot must weigh less with only the parts given to them than 24 lbs. and fit in to a twenty- by their local BEST hub. four inch cube. The City CANNOT place any distance requirements between retail Every year the robot must do TECH will compete in the Texas alcohol outlets and your home; something different. This year is the BEST competition at the University “Laundry Quandary.” For points of Texas at Dallas on Oct. 21. The The City CANNOT ban drive up beer windows or beer porches; and the robot will hang “wet” bandanas winning team will advance to Texas on a clothesline and take “dry” ban- Tech in Lubbock for the final com- danas off. To complete its mission, petition. The City CANNOT limit the number or concentration of malt liquor, the robot must be designed with an For more information go to beer, and wine outlets. www.dallas-best.org. Lacking the ability to regulate alcohol outlets Irving will quickly evolve North Lake art student wins calendar into what you see in Dallas at Skillman/Abrams, the bikini beer bars on Webb Chapel or Grand Prairie on Jefferson Blvd. The DMN recently reported that Carrollton citizens have discovered that there is nothing that can be design for Dallas Farmers Market done to prevent the heavy concentration of alcohol outlets popping up even around daycare centers. Studies have shown that these heavy concentrations of convenience stores, drive up beer windows and beer barns selling malt liquor and beer attract vagrants, loiterers, the homeless, and criminal activity. Malt liquor (known on the street as “liquid crack”) ha twice the alcohol content of beer at half the cost and is the drink of choice for these groups. 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.

Ed Greer and Byron Black (rt) congratulate Parul Sharma on her award Vote NO to Preserve YOUR Neighborhood. winning design. 2007 calendar will be distributed at 3 Early Voting Locations: the State Fair of Texas as well as City Hall 825 West Irving Blvd. Irving Arts Center 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. Barbara the Farmer’s Market. Bush Middle School 505 Cowboys Pkwy. The winner, Parul Sharma, will receive $500. In addition, the North Early Voting Dates: Lake Art Club (WEOTA) will receive Monday through Friday Oct. 23 – Oct 27, 2006 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. a $1000 to help fund art scholar- Saturday, Oct. 28 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ships and awards for other North Lake art students. Sunday, Oct. from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. “Parul is an excellent student Monday through Friday, Oct. 30 – Nov. 3, 2006 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Provided by Janis Browning and is committed to a career in art,” For the seventh year in a row, Byron Black, Art/Computer Graph- a student from North Lake ics instructor at North Lake, said. College’s Computer Graphics pro- “She is a great representative for gram has won the Dallas Farmer’s all our students in our computer Market Calendar competition. The graphic program.” Oak Haven United Methodist Church Visit our Website to get all of the facts at www.IrvingFirst.org. Pol. Adv. paid for by ICCC, Anold Martin, Treasurer “Little Country church in the city” Sunday School - 9:45 Services - 10:45 Pastor, Linda Marcum ReadRead thethe newspapernewspaper onlineonline Web: oakhavenumc.org 1600 N. Irving Heights Dr. atat www.irwww.irvingrambler.comvingrambler.com Irving, Texas 75061 972-438-1431