Volume 18, No.26“And Ye Shall Know The Truth...” October 27, 2010

In This Issue Guest commentary Kool Kidz BlackMarketPlace Pages 8-9 Page 14 Page 18 The Political Section: Book Review Classifieds Deltas and Habitat for The Truth’s Endorsements Page 15 Page 19 Numanity Pages 2-7, 12 Page 10 Minister on Movies Gibsons 50th Page 17 Page 20 Page 2 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010

***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements*** Support Issue # 5 – Vote Community Calendar October 29 St. Paul MBC “Faith Friday:” 7:30 pm; Speaker Rev. Allen Smith FOR Toledo’s Children Harvest Celebration with the Isaiah Thomas Giving Foundation: Wayman Palmer YMCA; 5 to 7 pm; Fun, activities, music, food, games During the May primary election, the Toledo Public Schools placed a .75 percent earned Women of Virtue Ministries: “Receiving Our Inheritance Prophetic Prayer Summit;” income tax levy on the ballot in the hopes of raising a few million dollars to help close the 713 n. Reynolds; 6 pm; speaker Apostle Leroy Coleman of Dominion Christian Center: budget gap that was madly spinning out of control. 567-698-0323 That went over not at all well in the Glass City. A number of influential groups spoke Warren AME Harvest Party: 6:30 to 8:30 pm; Food, games and music: 419-243-2237 out against the levy and it eventually fell to defeat by about 11 percentage points. October 29-31 The reasoning of the groups that urged that defeat was that the Toledo Board of St. Paul AME Zion Women’s Day Weekend Celebration: “I Want to Be Healed;” Fri Education and the TPS administration had not engaged the public in appropriate dialogue, speaker Pastor Shirley Sparks of Walls AME Zion – 7 pm; Sat – Woman to Woman had not used past levies to ensure that funds were proportionately distributed within the fellowship luncheon at 11 am with speaker Rev. Mellody Bowen-Hall; Sun. service at 11 community and that the board and administration had failed as always to put forth a plan am with speaker TBA: 419-243-1063 to deal with the long-term systemic issues – financial, academic, decreasing student enrollment – facing the district October 30 In other words, let’s give the board and the administration and the unions a slap on the Friendly MBC Attic Treasures Silent Auction & Homemade Bake Sale: 11 am to 3 pm wrist to demonstrate the ill will their actions have engendered. Braden United Methodist church All Saints Day Celebration: Party for children from We got that. A slap on the wrist to a group of folks who have long had a bunker mentality 6 to 8 pm; Games, prizes, food and fun: 419-386-2700 and who have seemed more concerned with protecting their turf than in educating their Warren AME Harvest Party: 6:30 to 8:30 pm; Food, games, best costume contest students. Now comes TPS with another levy request and, yes, it’s a big one this time. It’s a big October 31 one because the looming deficit is huge and TPS in this economically-troubled time needs Toledo District Full Gospel Fellowship 5th Sunday Fellowship: Canaan Baptist some big money in order to keep educating our children. Church; 6 pm Again, this time around, there are groups and individuals out there who are urging Musical Appreciation for Maestro Brian Thomas: Christian Community Church; 6 voters to turn thumbs down on November 2. With a budget deficit that could be as high pm: 419-531-1859 or 419-471-9101 or 567-395-4819 as $44 million if the levy fails, that’s not a slap on the wrist for a few stubborn adults, that’s Ebenezer MBC Panel Discussion: “Battle of the Minds – Wilderness Mentality;” Jean a suggestion that we take a two-by-four and whack our children in their heads. Lark, Betty Long, Larry Jones and Jerome Johnson; 4 pm: 419-242-2581 Critics of the levy request will, even in these very pages as you read on, tell you not Warren AME Faith Out Loud Youth Ministries Open House: 1:30 pm: 419-243-2237 to fear the consequences until … there are consequences. The hue and cry during the summer when TPS announced that it would eliminate some athletic programs and free November 4 transportation for thousands of students was assailed by some of the same people who ProMedica Cancer Institute’s Free Prostate Screenings: Bay Park Community Hos- are now suggesting that we should not fear the consequences of a levy request that fails. pital; 9 to 11 am: 877-291-1441 Of course, students will still be taught if the levy fails. But, make no mistake, the consequences of a failed levy request are dire indeed. Flight from the troubled district will November 5 increase, more programs will be slashed, more teachers will be cut. Diabetes Youth Services Annual Fundraiser: “Sweet Success Gala;” Carranor Hunt No matter how we feel about the performance of this school board and this school and Polo Club in Perrysburg; 6:30 to 10 pm: 419-244-7766 or 419-351-2132 administration, we simply cannot afford to take such an enormous chance with our students’ education or with, as Mayor Mike Bell calls it, the city’s biggest economic November 6 engine. College Scholarship Seminar for High School Students and parents: UT Student Let’s be clear, we have never been impressed with how the district’s leaders have Union Rm 2592; 2 to 4 pm: 419-381-3280 or [email protected] responded to the issues the district faces. Nevertheless, we do at the moment see two signs Christian Community Church Women’s Seminar: Women’s Health; 3 pm; Facilitator that change may yet be in the air. Stan Scarbrough: 419-536-7852 First, the board has started to reach out to the community for help. It has not done so Jerusalem MBC: “A Tea of Elegance;” Noon to 3 pm; Indiana Avenue MBC; Style to the satisfaction of everyone in the community but it is a step forward. show, vendors, fun and fellowship Second, the district has secured a $10.8 million grant from the U.S. Department’s Race to the Top program. That program requires a plan that will address many of the concerns November 7 th of those in the community who are uneasy about the board’s lack of focus. End Time Christian Fellowship 19 Pastoral Anniversary: 10 am service; Speaker Rev. The Race to The Top grant will force the district to use national standards in assessing Pamela Phillips: 419-472-5993 Warren AME Faith Out Loud Open House: Learn what Warrens’ youth organizations student achievement, establish a data warehouse for student information, set up a way to have to offer: 419-243-2237 move the best teachers into the most challenging schools and identify other methods – Mt. Nebo 80th Church Anniversary: 11 am and 4 pm services; Guest for 4 pm is Pastor including community engagement – in turning around low achieving schools. D. Alexander Bullock of Detroit So while the district may not have come up with anything resembling an acceptable plan New Prospect Baptist Church 10th Pastoral anniversary: Pastor Glenn Burel; 4 pm for moving forward, it may well have been done for them by the federal government. Service with Second Baptist’s Rev. Jerry Boose As we have noted on previous recent occasions, there is a sense of energy and enthusiasm in the community and within a wide number of circles about our ability to make November 13 positive changes in the way our children are educated here in Toledo. Let’s not place West Toledo Bereavement Monthly Meeting; 10 am; Bethlehem Baptist: 567-249- another obstacle in our children’s path. 7470 The Truth asks its readers to Vote FOR Issue #5. 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***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements*** Vote For Ted Strickland for Governor The Republican line, as Strickland’s term and espe- loss has been attributed to tem and advocating for alter- expressed by John Kasich cially during the time that the policies of free trade and, native-energy policies. in his television commercials office of governor was filled specifically, NAFTA-related Understandably, Kasich and on his website, is that with Republicans. reasons. These are policies is using short-term memory Ohio has lost 400,000 jobs In fact, the U.S. Depart- that Kasich supported dur- to place the blame for the during Ted Strickland’s first ment of Labor reported sev- ing his time as a congress- worst recession since the term as governor. Such ma- eral years ago that from 2000 man. Great Depression on the nipulation of the data com- to 2007 (seven years of Re- We believe that Strickland shoulders of the Democrats. pletely ignores several per- publican rule and one of has done a commendable job That’s simply political rheto- tinent facts. Strickland) Ohio lost 209,400 in several areas such as man- ric and a game which is al- The first is that Ohio has non-farm jobs. That loss was aging the fiscal crisis, retool- ways played the same way. been hemorrhaging jobs for second in the nation only to ing a number of tax policies, We were struck recently quite a long time now, well Michigan. helping to transform the by the comments of David before Democrat A good deal of that job state’s higher education sys- Brooks, a conservative col- umnist for the New York Times who is an admirer of Vote FOR Maryellen Ohio’s Republican candidate for U.S. Senator, Rob Portman. He admitted, how- O’Shaughnessy and David ever, that as much as he re- spects Portman, the fact that Portman is a free trader might Pepper for Ohio Secretary of seem to be a bit counter-in- tuitive for a legislator from Ohio given the job loss in this State and Auditor state directly related to free trade policies. Democrat Maryellen “Everybody wants more O’Shaughnessy, clerk of jobs but nobody is quite sure that the Buckeye State – or sticks makes little sense to Franklin County Court of how to get them,” said Brooks. our neighbor Michigan – will us. Common Pleas, is running “So we’re trying out different witness a similar recovery. We urge voters to RE- against Republican Jon things.” There are some deep-seated ELECT Gov. Ted Strickland. Husted, a state senator for The problem for Ohio is issues that these two states We also urge voters to re- Secretary of State. that once the national reces- will have to address. member to cast their ballots Democrat David Pepper, sion is over and jobs are on Changing the course now for Yvette McGee Brown – Hamilton County Board of the upswing in most other to throw some spaghetti up Strickland’s running mate – Commissioners is running states, there is no guarantee against the wall to see what for lieutenant governor. for State Auditor against Republican David Yost, who has served Delaware County as auditor and pros- ecutor. forms started by current board draws will affect Neither of these races Secretary of State Jennifer races for the next 10 years usually generates much ex- Brunner also trumps and could determine who citement but we are urging Husted’s vows to de-cen- controls the General As- voters to pay particular at- tralize the office’s func- sembly and who represents tention this time around to tions. the state in the nation’s capi- these contests and vote for Just as crucial, however, tal. the Democrat in each con- is the fact that these two Will there be support for test. cabinet officers form part President Obama’s reforms Pepper’s proposals to cut of the Ohio Apportionment such as health care and fi- government spending by Board that meets every 10 nancial oversight? Will he encouraging local bodies to years after the completion be able to pass legislation combine and share services of the U.S. Census – along on energy and immigration makes a great deal of sense with the governor and two reform? in a state with far too many legislators (one from each These two races could governing bodies. party) – to re-draw district very well have an impact on O’Shaughnessy’s pro- lines for the state. the national scene. posal to continue the re- The new districts this Page 4 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010

***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements*** Vote FOR Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur On the one hand we have claim to fame as a business- threat to them than Germany would be the Slavic people, mitted by the Waffen SS and that’s for sure.” Congresswoman Marcy man is the loss of 5,000 Food … they were doing what they whom Hitler wanted to en- the Wiking Division in par- No one was lily white? Kaptur who has been in the Town jobs. thought was right for their slave in service to the sup- ticular – and he was given Who says things like that? U.S. House of Representa- The list of objectionable country and they were going posed-1,000 year reich, and every opportunity to do so During a national interview? tives for 28 years and ranks proposals, statements and out and fighting what they Jews, whom the reich wanted by Cooper – he finally admit- This one is as close to a 29th in seniority among the past revelations that have thought was a bigger evil.” to exterminate. ted only that the “war on the slam-dunk as there is on the 435 members. Some would emanated from the Iott cam- Given the record of that divi- But here’s our particular Eastern Front was extremely ballot this year. Vote to re- say that 28 years is long paign over the last several sion and the Waffen SS in favorite quote from Iott. As brutal on both sides.” Then elect Marcy Kaptur. enough. In fact, that’s one of months is too long to repeat Eastern Europe, one can only he declined again and again he said … are you ready for the things her opponent has in detail. But here’s a quick guess that the bigger evil to condemn the crimes com- this? “No one was lily white, been saying. summation. Iott, as have a It’s a specious argument number of other tea baggers at best. What could it possi- has recommended shutting bly matter how long a person down the U.S. Departments has served if she is continu- of Energy and Education. He ing to do a good job? And has stated that an American Kaptur is doing a very good auto industry need not be job indeed for her northwest preserved. He has said – later Ohio district. flip-flopped on this issue – She’s doing such a good that the 1964 Civil Rights Act job that her opponent, in fact, is not something he would thinks she is doing at least necessarily support. one part of her job – bringing And, then there’s that Nazi federal funds home to her 9th thing. Congressional District – all So much has already been too well. written about Iott and his af- Kaptur’s ability to bring finity for the Wiking Division home such funds is a tribute that we won’t recap it all here. to her seniority, her place- But there were a few state- ment on key committees and ments that he made to Ander- subcommittees and her son Cooper during a CNN knowledge, after 28 years, of interview on the matter that how the system works to her really caught our attention. U.S. Rep Marcy Kaptur meets with State Rep Edna Brown, constituents’ benefit. In defense of the unit, Iott Toledo City Councilwoman Wilma Brown and local ministers On the other hand, we said the volunteers of the have Rich Iott, the self-styled division “wanted to fight “job creator,” whose chief what they saw as a bigger October 27, 2010 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 5 ***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements*** Vote FOR Brown, Barlos, Fedor and Ashford Rep. Edna Brown is run- but will go the extra mile at the Senate position and, Senate so she seeks the ning for the District 11 to find sensible solutions. quite possibly, leaving con- seat in the House previ- state senate seat against On the other hand, stituents without a veteran ously held by Peter Ujvagi. Toledo City Councilman Brown is really hitting her legislator who knows her As a senator she rose rap- Tom Waniewski. This is a stride in Columbus. Over way around the state capi- idly through the ranks and match-up of two excel- the last several years she tol building. at one time held a position lent candidates. has championed legislation We ask voters to keep of leadership on the mi- Waniewski, a Republi- making early voting ac- Brown in Columbus. Her nority side. Her competi- can, has proven himself to cessible to all and a bill experience will prove to tion is Republican Rick be someone willing to that enables juveniles to be invaluable over the next Bush a bus driver with no work across the aisle and get civil-protection orders several years. political experience. forge working relation- against stalkers. Ashford has served on ships with a broad range In fact, Brown’s recent Democrats Harry City Council for almost of colleagues. He also has success illustrates the rea- Barlos, State Senator nine years and has a wealth demonstrated, as a fiscal son why term limits are so Teresa Fedor and Toledo of experience in neighbor- conservative, that he will troubling. Brown is forced City Councilman Michael hood issues. His oppo- not just rail about exces- to leave her otherwise se- Ashford are running for nents are Schylar Mead- sive government spending cure House seat for a try the Ohio House in Dis- ows, an independent, and tricts 46, 47 and 48 re- Republican Carolyn Eyre. spectively. Meadows is a formidable The Hours for Barlos’s competition is political mind who should incumbent Republican Bar- be in elective office as bara Sears of Monclova soon as possible but this Voting Early Are: who has been in place for time around her campaign, three years and is an advo- unfortunately, has ground perience as a former vil- sioner and a former court cate for limiting regula- to a halt. Tuesdays & Thursdays — tions that hamper small lage administrator, former clerk businesses. mayor of Maumee, a Fedor is term-limited 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Barlos has extensive ex- former county commis- from returning to the Ohio Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays — 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 30 — 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sunday, October 31 — Noon – 4:00 p.m. Monday, November 1 — 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

No early/absentee voting will be permitted at the Board’s Government Center office.

For questions, call 419- 213-2070 or visit the web site at www.lucascountyvotes.org Page 6 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010

***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements*** Vote FOR Kevin Boyce for Ohio State Treasurer Boyce of corruption in hiring saved Ohio retires millions of million – including cutting his family farms. He also created “political cronies” to the dollars; has made financial own salary twice. the first Economic Develop- Treasurer’s office. Newspa- literacy a priority both here in Boyce has put Treasury ment Department in the Trea- pers from around the state Ohio and around the nation. resources to good use in help- sury to direct linked deposit have found this charge to be He has initiated numerous ing to create and retain nearly programs. false noting that Boyce cost-cutting measures that 60,000 jobs and has provided Vote FOR Democrat Kevin quickly filled vacancies in the will save taxpayers over $30 more and $2 million to Ohio’s Boyce for Ohio Treasurer. department when he was ap- pointed and that the direc- tors of his financial depart- Vote FOR Anita Lopez for ments have over 100 years of combined private and public sector experience. Lucas County Auditor Mandel has claimed that Boyce gave a contract to a bank only after the bank hired they noted, “she has dra- a friend. The fact is that Boyce matically increased the created the Treasury’s first level of accountability, open, competitive bidding efficiency and fiscal re- procedure for awarding finan- sponsibility.” cial contracts and, in the One of the key accom- event, the contracts were plishments of Lopez’s awarded to the lowest and four years was the cre- best bidders – something ation in 2007 of a new Mandel has admitted he Education and Outreach would have also done. Department in order to And Mandel has made serve as the public’s ini- claims that Boyce attends a tial point of contact for mosque – where have we personal assistance and State Treasurer Kevin cil, Boyce is facing Republi- heard that before about an information about the of- Boyce is running for election can State Representative African-American candidate fice. or office holder? for the post to which he was Josh Mandel who has so far Lopez has also re- appointed in early 2009. A run a scurrilous campaign In fact, Boyce’s brief ten- shaped the Auditor’s of- Democrat who had previ- comprised of lies and innu- ure in office has bordered on fice to more clearly re- ously served for about 10 endo. the amazing in terms of his flect the demographics of years on Columbus city Coun- Mandel has accused accomplishments. He has the community it serves. During her watch, the number of minorities in Elect George critical management po- sitions has increased from two – under her prede- ••SARANTOU cessor – to seven at the beginning of 2010. She has changed the COMMISSIONER entire culture of the of- fice, in fact, by helping • REACHING ACROSS the table to citizens examine every work with all sides. Democratic incum- the Auditor’s office for aspect of the law and en- bent, Anita Lopez, is run- 21 years prior to Lopez’s sure that they are receiv- • REACHING OUT to embrace ALL ning for re-election to the election. ing the maximum benefits areas of our county. office of Lucas County During her tenure, of the laws. Auditor and we strongly Lopez has focused on She has been an advo- • STANDING UP on the tough recommend that voters making her department as cate for both homeowners issues that have to be resolved. support her in this effort. transparent and as acces- and real estate profession- Lopez came into of- • STANDING STRONG for ALL sible as possible both to als. That’s quite a balanc- of us. fice by defeating long- the general public and to ing act. time Auditor Larry the professionals who uti- We urge voters to cast Dear fellow citizens, Kaczala in 2006. This lize the services of the their votes for Anita Lopez Working together, we can bring a bright future to Lucas County. time around, she running office. for Lucas County Audi- Thank you for your support, and please visit votesarantou.com against Kaczala’s widow, Recently the Toledo tor. Republican Gina-Marie Board of Realtors en- – George Sarantou Kaczala, who worked in dorsed Lopez because, as STRONG. EFFECTIVE. Able to reach across the table and GET THINGS DONE! Elect Dean Mandros Judge GEORGE SARANTOU has earned the trust and support of Ready to Protect Us On Day One labor, civic leaders and more. Vote for Dean Mandros as the next Common Pleas Court Judge. No candidate in this race can match his trial experience, knowledge of the criminal justice system, and record of ENDORSED by • United Auto Workers • IBEW Local 8 convictions. • Letter Carriers #100 • Toledo Board of Realtors We need to elect a prosecutor as Judge. Dean Mandros has tried Lucas County’s toughest cases and fought for justice for • Leadership Fund/Regional Chamber of Commerce the victims of crime. Endorsed by: • Ironworkers Local 55 • The Blade • And, Toledo’s • Mayor Michael Bell Mayor Mike Bell! • Former Mayor Jack Ford • Our Strong Voice for ALL Lucas County • DEMOCRAT Paid for by Citizens for Sarantou, B. Sarantou, Treasurer, 1108 North Reynolds Rd., Toledo, Ohio 43615 Paid for by Mandros For Judge Committee, Michael A. Bonfiglio, Treasurer, 405 Madison Ave. Ste 1600, Toledo, OH 43604 October 27, 2010 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 7

***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements*** Vote FOR George Sarantou for Lucas County Board of Commissioners

We are blessed with two while Contrada has been suc- Lucas County Board of Com- minority party for so long, he terrific candidates for the cessful in Sylvania Township missioners but we have to has had to reach across the Board of Lucas County Com- in maintaining that body’s give the nod to Sarantou for aisle in order to get things missioners. Republican healthy financial position. several reasons. done. As many will recall, the George Sarantou, a financial We want to acknowledge First he has more experi- Board of Commissioners has, advisor, has served on To- both candidates for conduct- ence in financial matters, both in recent years, been some- ledo City Council since 2002; ing their campaigns in a cour- in the private and the public what less than a cordial group Democrat Carol Contrada, an teous manner and for staying sectors. Those gifts will be and at times this lack of co- attorney, has served on the focused on the issues rather welcome on a board that has mity has hampered their effi- Board of Trustees for than engaging in personal to work overtime to help with ciency. Sylvania Township for six attacks. That has been a rar- bringing more jobs to Lucas Sarantou has worked on years. ity this year both locally and County. City Council with both com- Sarantou has been chair- nationally. Second, we know that missioners in the past. man of council’s finance com- Either candidate would be Sarantou can play well with Now, there is a strong case mittee for the past seven years a welcome addition to the others. Having been in the to be made for Contrada’s experience in an outlying township and what that would Vote FOR Judge Keila Cosme mean as the commissioners struggle with the issue of Democrat Judge Keila enhancing collaboration Cosme, who was appointed amongst Lucas County’s vari- to the Ohio Court of Appeals ous governing bodies. for District 6 a year ago, is However, this year and at seeking election to that court this time, we feel that Sarantou in this cycle and we strongly is overall the stronger candi- urge voters to cast their bal- date and we urge voters to lots for her. elect him to the Lucas Board Her chief opponent is Re- of County Commissioners. publican Steve Yarbrough who is an assigned judge in the Common Pleas Court. Cosme, a graduate of Bos- ton University with a law degree from the Cleveland City of Toledo Marshall College of Law, has over 15 years of experience in civil litigation and corporate 2010 MBE/WBE Reverse Trade Fair law. She has been an advo- cate on behalf of impover- ished children and a repre- The City of Toledo invites you to participate in its FREE sentative for the rights of MBE/WBE Reverse Trade Fair. organized labor and its mem- terview last spring. “The con- disagree with that sentiment, bers. tribution that each [judge] we are just saddened to hear While we feel that Cosme brings to the caucus is criti- it repeated so often by those November 1, 2010 has all the right stuff in terms cal and my experiences will on the right who term every of judicial temperament and bring something to that cau- judicial decision with which 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. independence – a “freedom cus.” they disagree as “judicial Division of Sewer & Drainage from bias and influence” as We second that notion. activism.” Such activism, if 4032 Creekside Ave., Toledo, OH she has written, we cannot As we reflect on state- that is the appropriate term, ignore the fact that as a Latina, ments Yarbrough has made, emanates from both the left Cosme is one of a very few we are disappointed in his and the right in equal mea- Departments of Public Utilities and Affirmative Action & number of minorities on the knee-jerk commentary about sure. bench in Ohio. the problems of judicial ac- We ask voters to elect Contract Compliance leadership will be available to meet “We need an exposure to tivism and the constraints Judge Keila Cosme to the Ohio with you one-on-one to discuss how we can work together other cultures and ideas,” she judge should feel “to make Court of Appeals for District to provide the goods and services the City of Toledo told The Truth during an in- new law.” It’s not that we 6. requires. Citizens with Fedor Committee Cliff Mallett, Treasurer 2054 Belvedere Drive - Network with the Departments of Public Utilities Toledo, Ohio 43614 and Affirmative Action & Contract Compliance. - On-site MBE Certification and Vendor Registration assistance available. - Information about upcoming contracts to bid. www.TeresaFedor.com • Proud veteran of the United States Air Force and Please bring with you any brochure or professional Ohio Air National Guard summaries to showcase your business experience. • Classroom teacher for 18 years • State Representative, 52nd District (2001 - 2002) • State Senator, 11th District (2003-2010) Register today by calling Together we can reinvent OHIO for a future that provides 419-936-2338. government that is both responsive and responsible. I respectfully ask for your vote for State Representative, 47th District. Page 8 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010

***Election Issue - GUEST COMMENTARY***Election Issue - GUEST COMMENTARY***Election Issue - GUEST COMMENTARY*** Two Matters That Need Debunking …. By Lafe Tolliver, Esq Guest Column soldier. cities and regions in which who indicated that the Iotts unless the levies are passed, superintendents, para-pro- Now get this. Iott’s feeble they practiced their art of kill- are such warm and gentle and all is doomed. fessionals and staff members rationalization for playing his ing. kind human beings. Memo to If the voters say yes to the who have school age chil- alter-ego personality is that Also, why not re-enact a Wasniewski: When the KKK levy, it will not solve the dren must place their chil- he is fascinated as to how slave master replete with bru- was in full dress mode, many chronic fiscal management dren in Toledo Public such a small group of people tal whippings and rapes of of those cross dressing hood- problems at the board and Schools. No exceptions or could exert such vast power captive women and lynchings lums were some of the “nic- answer the continuing em- exemptions. No waivers. and might and we need to of “uppity” black male slaves. est” and warmest shopkeep- barrassing question of why If they can get a paycheck learn from that scenario. Would not that re-enact- ers, pastors, sheriffs, politi- Johnny cannot read but also from the public system, they Memo to Iott: your play- ment also remind us of the cians, farmers, clerks and cannot do advanced algebra can send their darling Suzy or acting as a Nazi soldier is terrible toll that slavery took mechanics you could ever ask or solve simple problems of Johnny there also. Or, does only a reminder that you still and is still taking on the for. When you vote, give Iott logic. that lack of confidence in the harbor fantasies that border American psyche and race a “final” salute. Unless other methods are public school system indicate on the childish and danger- relations? (2) Well, it is school levy implemented to raise monies that they do not trust their ous; and dressing up as a No, Iott is clearly in his time again and the local school for public education besides fellow teachers to educate (1) It is ancient history that Nazi only allows you to use own Looney Tunes land board wants some big bucks property taxes and unless we their own children? local Republican wannabe that as a cover for your real when he inartfully tries to or they will claim, as Chicken have a superintendent who What rank hypocrisy! The power broker Rich Iott (in feelings about Jews and mi- defend his shenanigans on Little, that the sky is falling is committed to a no-holds teachers tell you to send your some of my private dictionar- norities and others who were some abstruse historical and we are doomed in barred contract wrestling kids to them to be taught by ies, Iott is spelled: Idiot) loves exterminated during the reign grounds of keeping that type Toledo..or something inanely match with Fran Lawrence them but they will send their to cross dress as a Waffen SS of Hitler. of history alive as an educa- similar to what Mayor Mike (TFT union president), the own kids elsewhere for an Nazi trooper. For Iott to repeatedly tional tool. Bell was uttering this past predicament with Toledo education! What does that From where I sit, the Nazi dress up as a Nazi and in light If Iott is so enamored with week. Public is not going away. tell you about their confi- doctrine would have taken of their ugly and despicable the powers and skills that the If the voters say no to the A renewed emphasis has dence or belief in the quality great joy in sending to the history tells a lot about his Nazis used in order to try to levy, guess what? Schools be placed on parental in- of a Toledo public education? furnaces black people since lack of ability to discern be- establish their 1,000 Year will be open and kids will learn volvement with the school What does that tell you they also were viewed as an tween truth and wickedness. Reign, one can only wonder their ABC’s. Do not fall for system including my earlier about how they really feel inferior species of humans Using his same rationale what lack did he suffer or the fear factor. The public suggestion that the school aboutt heir own fellow teach- by the Third Reich. as to why he does re-enact- endure in his early life that school system has been in board makes room for two to ers teaching their kids? Yet, Iott has no qualms in ments, he should not have a placed him on this reprehen- near academic default for three parents to sit on the Go figure. propagating the continued problem taking on the role of sible bent? decades with respect to turn- board with full voting pow- history of this despised phi- a serial killer since they too Iott and his band of sym- ing out a consistent work ers. Send comments to losophy by his “harmless” can and did exercise consid- pathizers including political product, i.e. the grade level Also, and now here is the Lafe Tolliver at re-enactment of being a Nazi erable power of fear in the candidate Tom Wasniewski, competent graduate and also screamer: All principals, [email protected] for continuing to lament that teachers, board members, Congresswoman United Way Supports School Levy Marcy Kaptur Special to The truth On Sunday, October 24, This past year, United lion deficit next year, losing is on our side. the United Way of Greater Way of Greater Toledo in- at least another 2,500 stu- Toledo announced its en- vested approximately $1.9 dents is a very real possibil- dorsement of Issue 5—the million in programs advanc- ity. proposed Toledo Public ing its education goals in “Not all of these children Schools (TPS) levy. Lucas, Wood and Ottawa are finding alternative edu- According to United Way counties. Much of that cation,” Kitson continued. officials, the organization has progress has been made ei- “We are losing a good num- “Our children are too important for us to stand on the sidelines.”

chosen to endorse Issue 5 ther directly in Toledo Public ber of these kids because they because its partnership with Schools or in programs sup- are simply dropping out.” Toledo Public Schools is porting TPS students. “Endorsing the levy now yielding success and “Our endorsement is an and choosing to work with progress within the district’s effort to protect the progress TPS to create a viable plan is schools and, more impor- and investments we and our vastly preferable to paying tantly, in the lives of Toledo partners have made in educa- more down the road as these students. Officials stated tion,” said Cindy Dana, chair- kids enter the prison system, supporting this levy is in the man of United Way’s Public social service agencies, and best interest of kids, the eco- Policy Advisory Council businesses leave town as a NAACP scorecard nomic viability of our com- (PPAC). result,” Kitson concluded. munity, and United Way. After a presentation from The announcement was 2005-present = grade A It is rare for United Way to TPS Superintendent Jerome made as part of the take an established stance Pecko, Ph.d., and Toledo organization’s Waiting for on political issues and ac- Board of Education President Superman screening and Leadership Council on knowledges this one in par- Bob Vasquez, the PPAC roundtable discussion. More ticular is controversial. voted to recommend endorse- than 350 people, including Civil Rights = 98.4% “We realize this issue ment of the levy to United representatives from TPS, causes conflicting opinions Way’s Board of Trustees. charter schools, unions, and emotions across our The Board overwhelmingly United Way funded partners, community,” said Bill Kitson, approved endorsement ear- donors, volunteers, and the United Way of Greater To- lier this week. general public were in atten- Fighting for Us. Delivering Results. ledo president & CEO. “But According to Pecko and dance. the bottom line is this is about Vasquez, TPS lost approxi- To learn more about United kids. Period. Our children are mately 2,500 students this Way’s work in education, visit Paid for by Kaptur for Congress P. O. Box 899 Toledo, Ohio 43697 too important for us to stand year after making $39 million www.unitedwaytoledo.org/ on the sidelines.” in cuts. Faced with a $44 mil- education. October 27, 2010 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 9

***Election Issue - GUEST COMMENTARY***Election Issue - GUEST COMMENTARY***Election Issue - GUEST COMMENTARY*** Issue 5 Doesn’t Solve the Problems! By Steve Flagg Guest Column

Life has a way of present- bitter taste. where they will seek to rein- the district’s academics to be lize or increase the value of cessions or both. ing us with decisions where TPS has three new R’s state transportation and se- in strong shape. All of these our homes. TPS has offered little sub- there are no good choices. these days: Reform, Rebuild, curity officers if the levy claims lack specific details. TPS claims that academ- stance to support their claims More and more frequently we Revitalize. It is their bold slo- passes. The language Levy passage would pre- ics are strong. Yet over the so it comes down to whether see these situations facing gan to promote Issue 5. But is adopted does not commit the serve jobs at TPS, but claims last several years, the best you trust and believe the us at every election. This year it public relations or genuine Board to any action except to that it would promote job TPS could score on state promises TPS officials are isn’t any different. commitment? think about it. With TPS fore- growth beyond preserving report cards was a C- with making. What makes it more On the ballot is an expen- Board President Bob casting a substantial deficit TPS jobs seems far fetched. incremental year-to-year in- difficult is that past news sive property tax that once Vasquez has set about estab- next school year, adding back Scores of TPS employees creases while a third or more accounts have documented levied will be permanent – as lishing a “kitchen” cabinet of transportation only increases face layoff with or without of TPS schools continue to a miserable track record by in forever. Therefore, we can- local individuals with back- an already large deficit. passage of the levy – more if fail. the Board in keeping its prom- not hold TPS accountable for grounds in politics, educa- Which programs and ser- the levy fails. New tax dollars Levy passage will gener- ises and managing tax dol- how they use the levy pro- tion, business and labor. vices must be cut to restore would leave Toledo through ate just shy of $22 million lars. ceeds. We are faced with Since a plan has not been these items? wages for employees living annually. TPS says the defi- Besides evaluating the making a decision to force developed, the promise of this In their campaign litera- in the suburbs and payments cit is $44 million without levy believability of TPS claims, reform and create acute short committee and TPS Board ture and advertisements, TPS for retirement benefits to Co- passage and only $11 million TPS is asking us to trust them term pain or acquiesce to support of its creation are the has made several claims to lumbus. The resulting exo- if it passes. So where is the with our money to solve a coercion and hope we can only basis for which we can encourage levy passage in- dus of buying dollars from other $11 million? Because problem where they have not still enact reform while slowly evaluate reform efforts. cluding promoting job our community is likely to tax collections start 6 months proposed any solutions ex- drawing out the inevitable In September, the TPS growth, protecting home val- result in job losses – not gains earlier than the budget year, cept a new levy. pain. Both choices leave a Board passed a resolution ues, as well as pronouncing – in Toledo while raising costs TPS will collect 1.5 years of We all must vote our con- for local businesses. taxes that can be applied science and this is a painfully Home values are already against next year’s deficit. But difficult decision that every badly depressed with most in the following year the extra conscientious citizen has to “In Word or in Deed?” of the buying attention fo- 6 months revenue is gone. make. cused on foreclosures. Rais- Regardless of the outcome, Educate yourself and vote By Rev. Donald L. Perryman, D.Min. ing property taxes won’t help TPS will need to cut at least November 2. in attracting more buyers for $22 million over a two year Ah, the coup de grace! - ists. Toledo homes. Good schools period to balance its budget. Steven Flagg is an edu- The question that unmasked Also, to continue to staff are important in the home This levy appears at best cation advocate and has a school system long on schools with those who are buying decision, but simply a “stop gap” measure that been involved with educa- promises but short on plans, not qualified to teach or who passing a levy unless it re- will require new levies in the tion reform in Toledo for more vision and perhaps compe- teach in an area in which they sults in substantial academic near future, significant em- than 15 years. tency. An institution well have not been trained to teach improvement will not stabi- ployee wage and benefit con- versed in name dropping of is to deny children their civil prominent movers and shak- rights and suggests along ers, but ignorant of the people with other issues, that the whom they reportedly serve courts, rather than current and lacking answers regard- structures, should become ing sustainability even if its involved in educational lead- record-breaking tax levy were ership (Comer, 1988). to pass. Over the past decade TPS On November 2, the com- has taken in nearly a billion munity has the opportunity dollars (disproportionately to rise up, “take authority” from the African-American This is our country. We and exercise its blood- community) yet inner-city don’t have to slip around bought heritage to make a schools continue to be mired like peons or thieves in the difference as it faces several in a culture of failure, having middle of the night, asking key interconnected issues received nothing in return but someone for open sesame. and electoral decisions. broken promises. Change re- Knock the damn door down! There are at least three rel- quires some form of pressure - Harold Washington evant questions that we thus TPS will not change vol- should reflect upon to guide untarily. They will only The questions came rap- us in our decisions: change when forced to idly and aggressively, but art- 1.What, in deeds per- change. fully and with precision as if formed rather than promises Lucas County Auditor: from some skilled and distin- promoted, indicates that the ANITA LOPEZ guished classical fencing ex- candidate understands the Lopez is committed to a pert. “Where is the plan” cruel consequences of the diverse workforce that con- asked WTVG’s Bridges com- economic (or educational) cri- sistently reflects the makeup mentator, Doni Miller? sis for people of color? of the community. She is com- Backed into a common 2.What has the candidate mitted to accuracy in prop- corner, both Toledo Board of done to promote justice, eq- erty values and has achieved Education President Bob uity and to build a broader more with less spending. As Vasquez and Toledo Public multi-ethnic coalition for County Auditor, Anita has Schools Superintendent change? been fully open and acces- Jerome Pecko, Ph.D. unsuc- 3.Has the candidate ex- sible, provides outreach and cessfully attempted evasive panded the public debate to is visible year round in tactics by pivoting the ques- include social vision with churches, libraries and block tion and reciting a litany of economic concerns? watch groups. worn and tired buzz words. Some of the candidates Sixth District Court of Ap- Exhibiting an unswerving and issues which I feel stron- peals: KEILA COSME pursuit and superior agility, gest about are: The most pressing needs Miller stated “Then you’re Issue 5 TPS tax levy: VOTE today – jobs, decent schools, abrogating your responsibil- NO! health care, quality afford- ity to set educational direc- The district still does not able housing, transportation tion for the district and ask- recognize that in the past, and safe, sustainable neigh- ing for money when there is “only a few needed to suc- borhoods are the same for no money. You are pouring ceed at a high level because poor and working class money down a hole.” A sec- most could be swept into the Latinos, Asians, Native ond, and then a third time, factory and an economy that Americans and Caucasians demanded Miller, “What is did not require an education.” as well as African-Americans. the plan?” That scenario no longer ex- (Continued on Page 18) Page 10 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010 Deltas Join Forces with Habitat for Humanity Special to The Truth On Saturday Septem- quired to put in “sweat eq- ber 25, 2010,The Toledo uity” to be eligible for the Alumnae Chapter of Delta home and has earned 300 Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. “sweat equity“ hours thus worked on a Habitat for far. Humanity Home spon- sored by Owens Corning The sorority also pre- that is being built in north sented her with a basket Toledo. filled with household clean- ing supplies. The home- Thirty chapter mem- owner is anxious to move bers primed and painted into her new home. The the four-bedroom, 1200 family currently resides in square-foot home for a a home that is poorly main- young mother of five. tained and located in a Chatting and laughing neighborhood threatened throughout the day, the with gang violence. chapter members and the young mother worked side In addition, a check for by side. The mother is re- $1,000 was presented to

the local Maumee Habitat States take pride in con- the first African-American for Humanity organization tinuing the tradition of sup- organization to partner with to assist in the building of porting community efforts Habitat. In 1976, a delega- additional homes in the that aid in economic de- tion from the sorority and community. The local or- velopment. Economic de- supporters traveled to ganization has been in ex- velopment of the local Ghana to build 40 Habitat istence since 1988 and has community is central to the homes. Habitat Interna- built 150 new homes in Delta mission and this is- tional has built over 350,000 Lucas County. They are sue is one of five key pro- houses around the world scheduled to build eight grams the national organi- providing more than 1.75 homes in the area for 2010. zation mandates. million people with safe, decent, affordable shelter. This was the second Delta Sigma Theta So- Habitat operates in 90 time Delta has participated rority, Inc. is a public ser- countries and in all 50 in a local Habitat for Hu- vice organization and has states. manity project. Delta supported Habitat for Hu- chapters across the United manity since 1992. It was October 27, 2010 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 11 Page 12 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010

***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements***Election Issue - The Truth’’’ s Endorsements*** Vote FOR Rich Cordray for Ohio Attorney General

Democrat Rich is stark as they vie for an lawsuits against global fi- Cordray, the incumbent office that has become so nancial houses, rating Attorney General, is run- intensely partisan over the agencies, subprime lend- ning against Republican years. ers and foreclosure Mike DeWine to remain In light of the candi- scammers. He has in the office to which he dates’ stances on issues wrested about $2 billion was appointed by Gov. such as the health plan so far, a string of gilded Ted Strickland two years and corporate responsi- pelts: a $475 million Merrill ago. bility, we urge voters to Lynch settlement, $400 DeWine yearns to join retain the incumbent. million from Marsh & the ranks of those attor- Recently, the New McLennan and $725 from neys general who have York times wrote an ar- the American Interna- filed suit to stop the en- ticle about Cordray and tional Group.” actment of the nation’s his fight with Wall Street: Voters, we have got to recently enacted health “Mr. Cordray in two years keep this man in office plan. in office has demon- for as long as possible! The difference be- strated a willingness to tween the two candidates sue early and often, filing Vote FOR Dean Mandros

Democrat Dean Mandros is vying for a position on the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas against perennial candidate Republican Mark Davis. Mandros has served in the Lucas County Prosecutor’s Office for many years and with dis- tinction. He is currently chief of that office’s criminal division. Mandros has been rated “highly recom- mended” by the Toledo Bar Association receiving 216 “highly recom- mended” votes, 193 “rec- ommended” votes and 22 “not recommended” votes. On the other hand, Davis received 22 “highly recommended”, 69 “rec- ommended” votes and “355 “not recommended” votes. We would find it diffi- cult to recommend Davis colleagues. for the Lucas County in light of that overwhelm- We highly recommend Court of Common Pleas. ing thumbs down by his a vote for Dean Mandros October 27, 2010 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 13 In Memoriam: Russell Ruby’s Kitchen Receives Joseph Marr Much Needed City Loan Sojourner’s Truth Staff March 22, 1921 – October 23, 2010

Russell Joseph Marr was born on March 22, 1921 in New Madrid, Missouri to John and Mary Marr. As a child Russell attended Obannon Schools and as a young man he courageously volunteered for the United States Army Corp. during World Word II. He moved to Toledo making Ohio his home and in September 29, 1947 he married Ruth Esther Hamilton. At a young age Russell accepted Christ as his personal savior. He has been a member of Calvary Baptist Church for over 50 years; where he was a devoted member of the usher board for over 40 year. Russell was not only committed to the church, but to his family and his Ruby Butler opened her restaurant, Ruby’s Kitchen, four years ago after retiring from community. He participated in many com- DaimlerChrysler. The family operation – five of Butler’s grandchildren work with her – just munity organizations and was a baseball received a $50,000 loan from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The funds coach and mentor for young men. Mr. are administered by the city of Toledo’s Department of Development. Marr was a member of the Masonic Order The funds, which Butler received last week, will be used to replace kitchen equipment, most and the Hyatt Allen American Legion Post. of which is many years old. He was the epitome of strength and manhood personified. “My equipment is so old that every morning I pray it will come on,” said Butler during the On October 23, 2010, at age 89, Russell Joseph Marr transitioned at Hospice of check presentation last week. Northwest Ohio. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ruth, sons Russell, Ronald, A number of people worked with Butler to help her secure the much-needed loan from the Rodney; daughters Jacqueline (Roger), Reba ,Renicia, Robin, Roxanne city including City Council President Wilma Brown, in whose district Ruby’s Kitchen is (Raynard), Grandchildren: Joyce, Anthony, Angela, Misty, Darren, Alicia, located; independent consultant Jay Black who made critical phone calls to help facilitate the Adrian, Remi Tai, Deanna, Kyle, Adam, Osaze, Chaise, and Zion and a host of great-grandchildren. process over the past several months and accountant Vinson Shells, CPA, who helped Butler Sisters: Mable Tubbs, Sarah Frieson, Prestein Waddell, crunch the numbers to the satisfaction of the loan officers. and brother Alfred Marr; and special cousin Harrison Marr. He was preceded in In order to qualify for the loan, Butler had to agree to make a number of changes, such as death by his mother and father, John and Mary Marr, son Zelma Marr, Grandson cutting certain expenses, to her operation in order to improve her profit margin, said Black. Michael, sisters Georgia and Marie; brothers- Alex, John Marr, Oliver When those changes were made, the loan was swiftly approved. Hemphill, and Benjamin Marr. “We’ve talked about being able to help small businesses,” said Toledo Mayor Mike Bell Russell Marr will be greatly missed by his family and everyone who knew him. during the ceremony. “The food here is the key and it’s excellent food.” This is a loss but a legacy has been established. Russell Marr lived his life to love and lived his life to the fullest. He is leaving a strong legacy. “Our days are numbered. One of the primary goals in our lives should be to prepare for our last day. The legacy we leave is not just in our possessions, but in the quality of our lives. What preparations should we be making now? The greatest waste in all of our earth, which cannot be recycled or reclaimed, is our waste of the time that God has given us each day.” Page 14 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010 Kool Kidz Dance Team Breaks Out and Hits the Big Time By Brittany Jones Sojourner’s Truth Reporter No matter the size of a the Kool Kiddz have gained city, creativity has no nationwide population. bounds and even in little “It has been a major ole Toledo, talent is surg- blessing and God has ing at full force. opened many doors for From rappers and sing- us,” McClain said. “I thank ers to artists and dance Him for everything He has groups, the creative juices done.” are making their names Established in 2008 by known – locally and in McClain, the group has par- other states. ticipated in numerous com- One dance group has petitions and events such reached that point in out- Bash At the Bay, hair of-state recognition. shows, high schools, To- Toledo’s own “The ledo Has Talent contest and Kool Kiddz Dance Team” the Apollo Theater in has been selected to per- Harlem, New York. form on Black Entertain- The dynamic of this ment Television’s (BET) group has created an outlet 106 & Park Wildin’ Out for those young adults. Wednesdays, November 3 With the exception of one at 6 p.m. of the group’s dancers, the After submitting an au- team has no formal train- dition tape four different ing – they just love to per- times, the team received form. the opportunity to show Hip-hop is the main off their moves for a na- genre of dance, but they tional audience. are open to any type of Under the leadership and music depending on the choreography of Matthew performance. McClain, a student (senior) Motivated to bring a dis- and dance instructor at To- tinctive style to the dance ledo School for the Arts, scene, McClain is always searching for those danc-

ers who can pick up on riety of personalities and times a week for two hours choreography fast and “are opinions not to mention the a day and sometimes on not afraid of challenges.” importance of a dancer’s the weekends. He stressed the fact that swiftness in absorbing the McClain is all about there is a difference be- dance routines. dance. His plans are to at- tween free styling and cho- “Some of the dancers tend college in upstate New reography. are seniors, juniors and el- York and major in chore- “Free styling is just com- ementary” he said. “When ography. Eventually, he as- ing up with the moves from we perform we give our all pires to fulfill his dream of the top of your head so and have fun, but when directing dance segments you’re just dancing,” it’s time to get serious, we for big music artists, but McClain explained. “Then do what we have to do.” for now his heart is set on there’s choreography As of now there are only the success of the group. where you actually learn a five dancers on the team, “I want the Kool Kiddz dance, learn every move- but it is continually seeking to go national, to travel and ment and moving on beat new flair. stand out among other with the music.” Their practices are held dance squad in Toledo,” In the end, he contin- at the Collingwood Arts he said. “It has been a major ued, it is all about patience Center and as an added blessing and big step that because it can be difficult bonus they are not charged we have been accepted to when keeping a dance to- to use the facilities. They dance on 106 & Park.” gether considering the va- practice vigorously three October 27, 2010 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 15 I Was Born This Way by Archbishop Carl Bean (with David Ritz) c.2010, Simon & Schuster $24.00 / $32.00 Canada 264 pages By Terri Schlichenmeyer The Truth Contributor a poor area of Baltimore, gayness, he maintains that He began an AIDS outreach Bean was basically raised he was cherished and ac- program through his minis- by a village of “warm and cepted – especially by the try. He “became uncondi- wonderful women.” He unaware wives of his abus- tional love.” says that he was a girly little ers. Though it sometimes boy, soft and feminine, and Fortunately, he found drags a little – particularly he was attracted to other solace in God and in song. in the mid-section – I Was boys at an early age. He Bean sang in good times Born This Way is a wonder- believes that those who and bad, for audiences of ful biography that’s curi- raised him must have known none or many. Because he ously soothing to read. about those feelings, but knew that God is love, most Author Carl Bean is bru- nothing was ever said. of his favorites were gos- tally honest in telling his Bean was loved, and that’s pel songs that Bean sang in story, which is both what he knew. the church choir. He was sweetly idyllic and fright- The shining point of his encouraged and tutored, eningly horrifying. Still, life was his godmother’s and when he was old despite the nastiness he mother, the woman Bean enough, he moved to New endured, he manages to called Nana. She cared for York City to pursue a gos- convey a sense of calm and him, took him to church, and pel music career, quickly comfort, and a peaceful made him happy, but when making a name for himself demeanor. That makes this, he was just three years old, on the gospel circuit. He oddly, more like a hug than Nana died and life changed followed that with a disco a book. drastically. He was taken in career and a top-selling Readers looking for by his godparents, who record. Heavenly succor will find it loved him but didn’t seem But at different points in in Bean’s reassuring teach- to like him. Shortly after his life, Carl Bean was ings, while others will be that, Bean was sexually as- homeless, which showed merely treated to a unique saulted by an “uncle.” him what God truly wanted memoir. If you’re up for Though various abuses him to do. After his musical something good, I Was continued well into his career ended, he started a Born This Way is worth lay- teens, and though Bean had church and opened his arms ing eyes on. fully acknowledged his to the LGBTQ community.

You have your father’s mor. David Ritz) tells about his eyes. And the thing is, there childhood, careers and Some say you looked isn’t a lot you can do about God’s love and acceptance. more like Mom when you it. You are who you are. Young Carl Bean never were little, but you favor In the new book I Was really knew his father, and Dad now. Same hair, same Born This Way, Arch- he barely knew his birth laugh, same sense of hu- bishop Carl Bean (with mother. Born and raised in Page 16 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010 NAACP Calls on Political Parties, Candidates and Operatives to Repudiate Intimidation Tactics that Suppress Voter Turnout

NAACP President & pate,? said Jealous. ?Too apology. Fetzer has since thing in our power to make CEO Benjamin Todd Jeal- often in the past few years Ben Jealous apologized for causing sure that every voter is reg- ous has issued letters to Re- we have seen political op- Holliman?s family personal istered, educated on the is- publican National Commit- eratives spreading disingenu- pain. sues and able to cast a vote tee Chairman Michael Steele ous rumors in order to scare of his or her own free will, and Democratic voters into voting for their We are very zealous in and we must be assured that candidate, or, more often, our efforts to stop race dis- every vote will be counted. National Committee not voting at all ? including crimination and dishonesty Yet as this election cycle Chairman Tim Kaine calling misinformation on where, by political parties and op- draws to a close, we have for an end to campaign tac- when and how to vote. It eratives, Barber said. ?Hon- seen a sad and disturbing tics that serve to mislead, should not be in anyone?s est debate is one thing, but trend where civility takes a deceive, or otherwise intimi- political interest to drive deliberate dishonesty is an- back seat to inflammatory date voters from visiting poll- down voter turnout, which other. Your sloppy research, rhetoric, unabashed misin- ing places. The move comes undercuts the integrity of our your not-so-subtle appeal formation and outright lies. I after the release of a mis- hard-fought democratic right to racial fears, and your hope that political leaders leading North Carolina State to vote. ? boorish behavior toward the will join us in this call.? Republican Party mailer that Holliman family, who them- distorted facts in order to The misleading North muting a sentence to life im- to injury, the mailer also at- selves suffered the great fam- Founded in 1909, the intimidate voters. Carolina mailer criticized the prisonment without parole. tacked State House Major- ily tragedy of losing a daugh- NAACP is the nation’s old- state?s Racial Justice Act The mailer falsely asserts that ity Leader Hugh Holliman, ter to a violent crime, are est and largest civil rights This mailer is just the most and distorted the effect of the Racial Justice Act would who himself lost his daugh- over-the-top.? organization. Its members recent campaign tactic that the legislation, which enables allow death row inmates to ter to violent crime. throuhout the United States is meant to drive voters away courts upon established evi- roam the streets of North For a Democratic sys- and the world are the pre- from the polls rather than dence of racial bias during Carolina towns, viciously kill- North Carolina NAACP tem of government to be mier advocates for civil rights helping educate them and sentencing to prevent erro- ing innocent men, women State Conference President effective, it must have full in their communities, con- encouraging them to partici- neous executions by com- and children. To add insult Rev. William J. Barber, III participation by all of its eli- ducting voter mobilization called on State Republican gible voters,? said Hilary and monitoring equal op- Party Chairman Thomas Shelton, NAACP VP of portunity in the public and Fetzer last week to repudi- Advocacy and DC Bureau private sectors. Fairview ate the mailer and issue an Chief. ?We must do every- Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center )DLUYLHZ6NLOOHG1XUVLQJ 5HKD ELOLWDWLRQFHQWHULV\RXUEULGJHWR City revenues projected to KRPHIURPWKHKRVSLWDO)DLUYLHZ·V EURDGUHKDEDQG/RQJ7HUP&DUH decrease in 2011 VHUYLFHVFDQUHVWRUHDEURNHQERQH State revenue sharing to drop, will be partially RUEURNHQVSLULW2XU7UDQVLWLRQDO /LYLQJ8QLWKHOSVUHVLGHQWVWRGLV offset by income tax gains FRYHUSUREOHPDUHDVEHIRUHOHDYLQJ City of Toledo Director of Finance, Patrick McLean, today announced the city’s projec- tions for major revenue sources in the 2011 budget cycle. The city anticipates a 2.6% increase XV+DYHSHDFHRIPLQGNQRZLQJ in income tax collections although property and estate taxes along with state revenue sharing WKDWRXUVWDIIRISURIHVVLRQDOVDG will more than offset those gains leaving the city with nearly $1.6 million less in revenue for PLQLVWHUVFDUHZLWKDJHQWOHFRPSDVVLRQDWHWRXFK&DOOWRGD\WR 2011 than 2010. The boost in income tax revenue is attributable in part to a growth in job related income DUUDQJH\RXUWRXU:HDFFHSWPRVWLQVXUDQFHV as well as continued strength in the city’s delinquent collections efforts. The projections for 4420 South Avenue 2011 include: Toledo, Ohio 43615 2IÀFH &HOO )D[ Revenue Source 2010 Budgeted* 2011 Projected* Difference* Income Tax $141.33 $144.95 $3.62 OLD WEST END DAY CARE CENTER Property tax $14.30 $13.90 ($0.40) Estate Tax $4.00 $3.00 ($1.00) 2700 Monroe Street State Revenue Share $15.30 $11.50 ($3.80) 419.244.8431 Total for these sources $174.93 $173.35 ($1.58) *figures in millions We Come “From a revenue perspective, 2011 will be just as difficult as 2010,” Director McLean noted. “We are seeing a slight rebound in income tax collections which is a positive sign for the local economy.” We Learn With major revenue projections now in hand, the city will begin to craft a budget that puts appropriations in line with available revenue. Mayor Bell anticipates sending a proposed We Grow budget to City Council for consideration on November 15, 2010 with the goal of passing a final operating budget by January 31, 2011. *Now Accepting ### Infants * Toddlers Jen Sorgenfrei Public Information Officer Pre-schooler’s & School Age Office of Mayor Michael P. Bell City of Toledo Office 419-936-2408 Coming Soon! Fax 419-245-1370 Old West End Day Care Center II [email protected] Notice: Ohio has a very broad public records law. Most written communications to or from 539 Broadway City of Toledo officials/employees regarding City business are public records available to the public and media. Your email communication may be subject to public disclosure. October 27, 2010 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 17 A Blow to Area Entertainment: No More $6 Movie Tuesdays By Michael Hayes Minister of Culture atres. One where most new concession stand with your ticket and still have Instead of just burgers, ledo theaters to Rave Cin- major motion picture re- the elephant ears, cinna- change left over from a fries and pizza you could emas and the dark clouds leases wound up and an- mon and regular pretzels. $10 bill. also get ice cream. gathered quickly. First on other reserved for films Yes, it was expensive as National Amusements If you ended up taking a the chopping block was the likely to have cult follow- hell but I’d be lying if I tried graciously allowed Toledo date to the movies and you still pristine and immensely ings but not major com- to act like I didn’t spend to keep its $2 movies out at had time to kill, there was popular Maumee 18 multi- mercial appeal. loot on chicken tenders and Spring Meadows for a few a restaurant on hand with plex. WIMX Mix 95.7 and Northtowne Mall was dy- pizza at an alarming rate at years and the city rewarded plasma screens on the WJZE Hot 97.3 routinely ing, but the movie theatre the Maumee location. the chain’s generosity with walls. held large promotions on there was still a main at- Still, the jewel of the faithful patronage. However, slightly higher the radio which attracted traction. You could be on city’s cinema collection It made Toledo feel like ticket prices and the emer- hundreds of Toledoans to that side of town and not wasn’t the sparkling new it had a fighting change at gence of bootleg DVD’s the theater for sneak peaks have to worry about driv- structure on Conant Street. becoming… dare I say, helped to turn an already and movie debuts full of Going to the movies in ing to west Toledo to see a Toledo’s most cherished fun! recession-stricken city giveaways and fun. the 419 will never be the flick. cinema tradition in recent We may not have a lot away from the theater. Wasn’t enough, I guess. same again. When both of those memory was the $2 mov- of concerts, but at least we But when the DIS- Next order of business I remember when the closed, it was painful but it ies at Super Cinemas. have the $2 movie! COUNT TUESDAY pro- for Rave, kill off $6 Tues- Blair Witch Project came wasn’t exactly the end of You know it was some- In 2008 that all went gram was unveiled, hope days. out, friends and I went to the world. We still had the thing special because you away. was once again restored. After October of 2010 see it three cars deep. Franklin Park Mall, Secor would go there and see Now this even had a National Amusements there will be no more dis- Toledo had so many movie and theaters just outside people you haven’t seen in greater affect on yours was a cruel mistress, play- count movie days. theaters that this film was the city limits. When the years, the lines were nearly truly because from 2003 I ing with our emotions all of At this point, the entire considered to be a niche Maumee 18 Cinema out the door and the cheap had been going to the mov- these years but, here they country is experiencing fi- film, so it only played at the opened with all of its two- price made you go so often ies for free! Because I were, finally tossing us a nancial limbo. art theater. story glory and huge lobby you felt like royalty. review movies for The treat after so much de- They say jobs are re- That’s right, for those area, the most important Then they lowered the Sojourner’s Truth I was spair. turning, things are rebound- of you who don’t remem- part was the arcade. price of the food to match issued a critic’s pass, and Now, you could go to ing but until it hits the aver- ber Southwyck Mall actu- Well, no, actually the the $2 theme so now you after a few years of thor- the movies on a Tuesday age person’s bottom line ally had TWO movie the- most important was the could eat, drink and get oughly enjoying that privi- and see whatever you even the ballers are feel- lege National Amusements wanted for $6 all day long. ing kinda broke these days. ended most of the fun for a Discount meals at In a city like Toledo large amount of movie crit- Applebees, Frickers and a where things are slow and Holiday Parade and Kris ics nationwide. few other area eateries entertainment options are But even with things coupled with discount tick- already a challenge, this is Kringle Village Launch looking so gloomy, our ets at the cinema started a blow to the self-esteem newly-renovated mall making Tuesday the un- of the area. (which most of us, no mat- official recession friendly Wow, is a cheap movie Holidays in Downtown ter what age, will never date night in Toledo. ticket really that important? refer to as ‘Westfield’) Well, it was fun while it Yes, yes, it is. Toledo made the movie-going ex- lasted. perience in Toledo some- National Amusements Email or facebook: For the 23rd consecutive year, the city will herald the start of the winter holidays with thing to look forward to. sold all of its greater To- [email protected] the largest balloon parade in the Midwest. Toledo’s annual Holiday Parade will march the streets of downtown again this season, thanks to a partnership involving The Blade, Taylor Automotive Group, and other prospective sponsors. Marching bands, clowns, equestrian units, dance troupes and more will step off at Summit and Jefferson Streets at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 27, traveling north on Summit to Jackson and finishing on Huron. Along the way, children and adults will enjoy a festive array of multi-storied helium balloons, fun floats, high jinx by the Shriners and Distinguished Clown Corp and, of course, the parade’s biggest star: Santa! Local marching bands, including the University Toledo, will provide the holiday music. Singer, dancer and actress Alyson Stoner will serve as Grand Marshal. Known by her fans as a star of Disney Channel’s Camp Rock movie, 17-year old Alyson Stoner is a multi-talented artist who has performed as the voice of “Isabella” in Disney’s award-winning animated series Phineas and Ferb, and as the infamous pig- tailed dancer in the Missy Elliott music videos. This summer, she starred in the first-ever 3-D dance movie - Step Up 3D - in which she reprised her role of Camille Gage. Also this year, Alyson appeared in Disney Channel’s Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam and The Little Engine That Could. Stoner’s many additional credits include a recent episode of House, Cheaper By The Dozen 1 & 2, The Alyson Stoner Project, Kung Fu Magoo, The Suite Life of Zach & Cody and Alice in Alice Upside Down. She recently released her first two singles, Flying Forward and Make History. At the conclusion of her duties as Grand Marshal, Alyson Stoner will perform live at the Erie Street Market as part of the day’s second family-themed event, Kris Kringle Village. Now in its second season, Kris Kringle Village offers a selection of activities, including magic shows, demonstrations by the Imagination Station, photo opportunities with Santa, gingerbread house building for children, a coloring contest, cookie decorating, a bounce house, and carriage rides. Thirty-five gingerbread houses will be on display, featuring a 6-foot tall house constructed by the culinary students of Penta Career Center. While there, visitors can vote for their favorite. Kris Kringle Village is open from noon to 6:00 pm at the Erie Street Market. Admission is $6. Infants one year old and under are admitted free. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Interested parties wishing to sponsor bands and units in the parade, or who wish to participate as sponsors for Kris Kringle Village, should contact Mark Peddicord at The Blade at 419-724-6394. Page 18 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010 In Word (Continued from Page 9) Judge Cosme, in describ- tirelessly on issues of voting positive mainstream experi- Those who challenge dition that “none of us would Perryman, D.Min, at ing her judicial philosophy rights, health, violence ences. Kaptur’s long and produc- like to see.” [email protected] states: “Any judge must be against women and economic McGee-Brown has staked tive service have not been Contact Rev. Donald fair and impartial. We are a development. Brown also un- out an urban agenda with held accountable. We have nation of laws and they must derstands the disadvantages plans to focus on issues re- not continued to ask them Sales Reps/Account Managers be enforced. Yet it is impera- experienced by communities volving around cities such the hard questions. One such tive to have diversity of cul- of color and has initiated leg- as education, the economy question is what kind of cul- Our company is looking for part time work from ture and of background expe- islation and other interven- and infrastructure revitaliza- ture shall we have? home. Account riences in the court system. tions to address the socio- tion. Shall we continue on this Managers, Bookkeeper and Sales Representa- The more representative of economic issues that cur- Governor Strickland has politically conflicted and ra- tives are needed to work on their own the community it serves, the rently plague our community. brought $6.2 million to Lucas cially tense journey? flexible schedule time. It pays $3000-$4000 a stronger the judicial system Governor and Lieutenant, County and invested over $55 And shall we continue to month plus benefits and becomes. I understand the State of Ohio: TED million to create jobs in North- allow the gap between takes only little of your time. consequences of rulings. My STRICKLAND and YVETTE west Ohio, including 21st cen- “haves” and “have-nots” to Please contact us for more details. life experiences and broader MCGEE-BROWN tury renewable energy swell farther and farther apart? Requirements - perspective allow me to un- Governor Strickland and projects. Technology, media culture * Should be a computer Literate. derstand the actual impact charismatic running mate U.S. House of Represen- and a base-minded appetite * 2-3 hours access to the internet weekly. and to see a broader world Yvette McGee-Brown, bring tatives: MARCY KAPTUR for reality TV has made the * Must be 19 yrs and above of age which helps us to analyze the a much needed perspective If Kaptur, who has sup- experiences of the “haves” * Must be Efficient and Dedicated If you are legal issues being presented to a community dispropor- ported almost every piece of readily visible to the “have interested and need better.” tionately affected by the af- federal legislation with a posi- nots” while leaders and more information, Ohio State Senate, District termath of the Wall Street- tive effect on the poor and pitchmen, instead of “actu- Please send your resumes to 11: EDNA BROWN initiated financial crisis. people of color, had done ally accomplishing things, [email protected] Longtime Toledo native The tandem, each born nothing of substance, the fact often settle for the appear- and public school graduate poor, understands that their that her opponent appears to ance of accomplishing Wanted to Buy: served four elected terms in eventual success was related stand against civil rights and things” by hiding problems Diabetes Supplies the Statehouse as a repre- to strong family protection of alongside those who have or masking intentions. Earn up to $12 per box of 100 test strips sentative of the 48th District. their aspirations, a warm and attacked the heart of social Eventually this will degen- Must expire after Aug. 2011. Leave labels on Brown imbues the collective supportive church commu- justice and equality, makes erate into “expressions of dis- boxes. vision and aspiration of the nity, and nurture and guid- supporting her candidacy content” and we will find our- We remove and shred. community, having worked ance, including exposure to mandatory. selves, as a nation, in a con- Call 419-740-7162 and leave message.

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INVITATION FOR BIDS Bus Driver Tap into our The Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority is seeking bids from qualified Part time School Bus iincrediblencredible energy. contractors to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment for the following project: driver which may lead to Re-Roofing at Weiler Homes Day Care Center fulltime employment. Job Number 210066 BBuilduild a careercareer yyouou ppointoint ttoo wwithith ppride.ride. Walk-Thru Date October 26, 2010 at 10:00am Must be able to work Bid Due Date November 4, 2010 @ 11:00am with students K-8 and Bids will be opened and reviewed in the Modernization Department, at 201 submit to a criminal his- Columbia Gas of Ohio is a subsidiary of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), a Fortune 500 company engaged in natural gas transmission, storage and distribution, Belmont Street, on the date shown above. Contract documents and technical tory check. Must have as well as electric generation, transmission and distribution. Forward- specifications/drawings will be available from the Modernization Department, and appropriate credentials thinking and positive, we now seek a: will be provided upon request. (certified CDL Class B, SENIOR FITTER OPERATOR Each bid shall be accompanied by cash, an approved surety company bid bond, passenger endorse- Toledo, Ohio – Starting Wage: $24.81/hr. or a certified check upon a solvent bank, made payable to the Lucas Metropolitan ments and Airbrake). Looking for customer-focused, team-oriented candidates with positive Housing Authority in an amount equal to five (5) percent of the bid, tendered as a attitudes to take Columbia Gas of Ohio in Toledo to the highest level of safety, customer service and productivity. Duties include natural gas pipeline bid guarantee (if required) that the bidder will, if the award is made to him, enter into Send resume to Star tie-ins, leakage repair, pinpointing leakage, replacing services or portions a bona fide contract with Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority for this work and of mains and will involve operating all light earth-moving equipment. You Academy of Toledo 1850 will also maintain equipment, perform transfers and disconnects, do reads/ furnish proper guarantee bonding as required under the specifications within a Airport Highway, Toledo, rereads, locate/repair curb boxes, remove meters and collect on delinquent period of ten (10) days after the awarding of the contract. accounts or disconnect gas service. Job requires working in all weather Ohio 43609. conditions and is subject to DOT Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention The prevailing wages for this locality, as established by the Department of Labor Plan (AMPP) regulations. The ability to respond to emergency calls and work as Wage Determination OH20100028, as modified, must be paid all persons overtime is essential. Valid Ohio Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), motor We are an equal op- vehicle record check, background check and drug test required. You must employed for this work. portunity employer. live within 25 miles of Toledo to qualify. The selection process involves an The Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all Underrepresented minori- interview and applicable testing. bids, or to waive any informality in the bidding. No bids shall be withdrawn for a ties and women are en- To apply, go online to: www.NiSource.jobs and search for the Senior Fitter period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of the bids. couraged to apply Operator posting, Job #906683. All bidders shall be required to meet the Affirmative Action requirements and All applications must be completed Equal Employment Opportunity requirements as described in Executive Order no later than 11/8/2010. #11246. Each bidder must insure that all employees and applicants for employ- ment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex, YOUR AD national origin, disability, handicap, age, ancestry, creed, or military status. Assistant to the Treasurer HERE Washington Local Schools. Duties include bud- LUCAS METROPOLITAN HOUSING AUTHORITY 419.243.0007 get, receipts, bank reconciliations, correspondence. MODERNIZATION DEPARTMENT Minimum of four years experience in accounting/ related field required. Must be proficient in bookkeep- ing, accounting, Excel, Word. Apply online only by Account Payable Rep AOD THERAPIST 11/11/2010 at www.wls4kids.org (employment link). Account payable rep needed in our firm. Candi- Unison Behavioral Health Group, Inc. is seeking date must have at least high school or college an experienced AOD Therapist to provide individual, degree. The position offers 200 dollars per week plus family and group counseling and case management Elementary School Positions benefits. services. (K-8) Send resumes to [email protected] if interested Star Academy is looking for quality K-8 teachers Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree, (primarily k-3) who are creative with their craft. Appli- Master’s Degree preferred and have a minimum of two cants need to have a current Ohio License, must be Doves Manor Apartments years experience working with adults with mental Seniors 62+ and better! creative, passionate, motivated and team oriented. health and chemical dependency issues. Dual men- We are an equal opportunity employer and individu- One Bedroom Apartments tal health (LSW, LISW, PC, PCC) and chemical als from underrepresented minority groups are en- Now Accepting Applications dependency licensure (CDCA, LCDC II, LCDC III or couraged to apply. Please send letter of interest, Rent based on income, utilities included. Newer LICDC) required. resume and copy of license, transcripts and refer- building has secure entry, laundry, extra storage, ences to the attention of Gaye Dobson, Principal Star central air conditioning, wellness clinics, fitness cen- Send resume or apply to: Academy of Toledo 1850 Airport Hwy Toledo, Ohio ter and MORE!! 43609. Call for an appointment and more details. 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REQUIREMENTS: H.S. diploma/equivalent and se- EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL OP- Applications are now being curity-related exp. or educ. (prefer 2-year degree in PORTUNITY EMPLOYER accepted. Call 419.872.3510 Law Enforcement). Position starts at $17.60/hr (hrs. or 419.874.4371 will vary w/evening & weekend work required). See Or email complete requirements at www.lucaskids.net. Send www.abundantlifeperrysburg.org resume to LCCS, Human Resources, 705 Adams St., Science Instructor Toledo, OH 43604 or fax to 327-3291 by 9/30/10. EOE valuing diversity. High School instructor sought (certification pre- RN (FT, PT & CONTINGENT) ferred) to teach OGT Science Preparation: Physical/ Lucas County Children Services is seeking can- General Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics didates to assess/document medical care of children for the University of Toledo Upward Bound Program, in care. Requirements: Valid Ohio R.N. lic. Exp. in Tuesday Evenings, 5-7:30 pm, January 10 - May 16, Pediatrics preferred. Knowledge of ambulatory health Place your classified ad in 2011, $20.00 per hour plus an additional 1hr paid care helpful. Work hrs. based on hire status, plus on- The Sojourner’s Truth planning. Interested individuals please email letter of call. Additional info available at www.lucaskids.net. Call Pam at 419-243-0007 interest & resume to [email protected] or con- Send resume by 7/7/10 to: LCCS, 705 Adams St., tact at (419) 530-3810. Toledo, OH 43604; Fax: 419-327-3291 EOE Valuing www.thetruthtoledo.com Diversity Page 20 The Sojourner’s Truth October 27, 2010 Virginia and Novarro Gibson Celebrate 50 Years of Marriage By Brittany Jones Sojourner’s Truth Reporter can be the most blissful phase young adult, one just thinks As a child, it is the element of life ever experienced. and romanticizes about it. As which creates that “happily Marriage – that fer- an adult, when it happens, it ever after” in fairytales. As a vent and intimate bond be- tween two people willing to spend the rest of their lives Ladies & Men’s Shoes together. Fashions with a flair In some cases, it actually does last for a life- to time. Fit Your Feet Making it to 10 years in a marriage is a mile- stone these days, but going strong for 50 is something all its own – a phenomenon. This is what Virginia and Novarro Gibson have ac- complished with their union. On Saturday, Octo- ber 23, 2010, their family hosted a wedding anniver- sary celebration for the couple at the home of daughter, Sheila Gibson-Lewis. They met in Chicago and after a date at the art museum, the Gibsons dated “I feel blessed for Gibson is also a Civil grandkids and my two great- for some time and then relo- this wonderful union we War re-enactor. grandkids,” Novarro said. cated to Toledo where both share,” Virginia said. “It is so They are optimistic “I’m concerned about mak- shared a career at Toledo exciting.” for the future especially when ing sure that they can meet Public Schools. Currently, Virginia is it comes to their family and this future head on, be ready Novarro was a Span- retired and Novarro is still their well-being. for it because things are ish teacher as well as an artist teaching Spanish at various “I’m thinking about changing.” while Virginia was a para-pro- nursery schools, working my three kids [Raymond, fessional for 28 years. with three and four year olds. Sheila, Angelo], [nine] African Art Has Arrived!! Hundreds of wood carvings from Ghana have recently arrived at The Truth Gallery – masks, statues, village scenes! All at unbelievably low prices!

The Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4 PM See more art online at www.thetruthtoledo.com

The Truth Gallery 1811 Adams Street 419-24250